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Evening star., 1917-05-18
Bonds Enough for All.

As result Of the first big rush for
bonds Of the "liberty loan," subscrip-
tions being received for immense sums
from individuals and financial institu-
tions, an impression seems to have
spread that the issue has been already
fully taken, and that there is no chance
for the small bidder, the citizen who
wants perhaps only a $50 or 800 bond.
This is not the case. The issue is not
yet quite half subscribed, and there are
plenty Of bonds remaining for the peo-
pie Of small means, who patriotically
want to do what they can toward sus-
tanning the government in the war. They
can subscribe through the banks or di-
rectly. They can Join bond clubs. They
will be assured Of equal consideration
with those who have taken hundred
thousand or haf-million lots. In fact,
the small buyers are actually more well
come than the big purchasers, for the
reason that it is desired that this issue
be spread over the entire country, and
that the largest possible number Of in
dividual citizens subscribe to it. As
soon as the fact becomes known that
the issue is not taken the demand for
bonds will doubtless come in such q vol
ume as to exhaust the supply.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
The New Revenue Estimates.

The embarrassments of the ways and
by revised estimates Of revenue needs
sent in by the Secretary of the Treas
ury. They total nearly half billion
| dollars. Although by comparison with
other figures current this figure is not
staggering, it yet is large. If insisted
upon. where shall the money be found 2
Confusion has thus been added to
confusion. That the ways and means
committee had no firm grasp of the sub
ject or situation was disclosed by the
bill it reported. But has the Treasury
Department. What accounts for this
new request before even one house of
Congress has had time to vote on the
request based on the earlier fgures7
And before the subject is disposed of
by the two houses may not a revision of
the revised estimates be sent in. What
may be the final amount requested of
Congress before the President is asked
to signs
There is a growing opinion that Con-
gress is attempting to raise too much
money-far too much-by taxation. It
is acting under excitement. 1t is seek
ing to impose too heavy a burden on
the present generation. 1t is shutting
its eyes to what there is in all this for
posterity. Why pay so heavily as we
got We are already paying heavily
without counting the weight imposed by
the war.
1t was clear before, it is altogether
clear now, that the Senate should recast
the bill; Should go into the whole sub
Ject; should act in the light, which the
ways and means committee denied it
self, supplied by the business interests
of the country; should consider the
needs of business along with those of the
army and navy, since all interests are
now interlaced; should, in word, shape
measure against which there could be
no pronounced and justified protest in
any quarter.
We all know that money in large sums
is needed by the government. The size
of the new undertaking is beginning to
be appreciated. The people will pay the
necessary bills. but have right to de-
mand equitable assessments. Anything
smacking Of class, or section, or con-
fscation will sow the seeds Of discord
and increase trouble everywhere. For
the taxgatherer goes everywhere, and is
not enthusiastically welcomed anywhere,
even when he presents a bill drawn in
reason and in support of cause gen
orally approved.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

feet in that it did not long postpone the
offensive and therefore was not wholly
successful. At present the Germans are
being thrown into the assault with ap-
parently reckless disregard Of life. En-
tire divisions are being moved forward
in prodigal waste of man-power, evil
IDENTIFY for the purpose of staying the
advance which threatens the German
front dangerously. It has undeniably
stemmed the French and British tide,
but, as Gen. Maurice, British chief Of
war operations, states, the policy Of the
allies is to wear down the German force
and this furious series of attacks by
the enemy plays actually into the hands
Of the entente by Fastening the process.
If another retreat is contemplated it
will carry the German front back close
to the Belgian border, opposite Arras,
and perhaps will send it far behind Cam
brai and st. Quentin. The moral effect
of another general retirement and yield
ing of a large area Of French territory
cannot fail to be seriously disadvan-
tageous to Germany at home.
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plain to anybody; that we are feeling
our way along; that there is as much
danger in too great speed as in too slow
pace.
In such situation there is good rea-
son for discussion; and discussion gen.
crates heat. Men Of convictions when
under the influence Of fancied discover
les "sing out" They start something.
They challenge men of other convic-
tions. They are not soldiers. 1t is theirs
to reason why. They have right to
know what is in hand, and it is their
duty to offer such changes as they may
think advisable. And out Of it all
should, and often does, come something
the more valuable because of the heat
in which it was fashioned.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Better Prospects in Russia,

The Russian crisis appears to be in
the way of settlement, without serious
disadvantage to the cause of the allies.
Quickly following the formation of a
coalition ministry, permitted by the re-
tirement of Miiukoff, has come the with
drawal of the designations of Gems. Brus-
iloff and Gurko, two of the ablest COM
manders of the Russian army They have
returned to their posts, greatly heartened
by the assurance of full support at
Petrograd and by the spread of confidence
in the new regime among the troops.
Mischievous interpretations of the cry
"peace without annexation" had been
given to the soldiers, who had come to
regard the change of government as
warranting no further offensive opera.
tions The immediate task of those who
control Russian affairs is to persuade
the men il the ranks that Russia can
find no peace and security save by con-
tinued fighting against the power that
actually seeks domination over her,
whatever may be the tempting sugges-
tions of friendliness and alliance sent
over the lines and through Sweden. The
fact that Germany still holds a large
Russian area should be convincing to the
Russian soldier that his safety and the
safety of his country lie in continued
exertions, especially promising of sue
cess in view of the advances of the
French and British, the renewed often
sive of Italy and the entry of the United
States into the war as an implacable
foe to German military autocracy.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
The Army Bill.

After q delay that has greatly dis
tressed some citizens Congress has
passed the bill providing for the Great
ing of a great army by selective draft.
This delay has not been caused by a
disposition anywhere to interfere with
the work of making an army or vigor-
ously prosecuting the war. The main
issue involved was of vital Importance,
and the legislation proposed in order to
meet it was revolutionary and tradition
shattering, and demanded thoughtful
consideration by the national legislation.
First came the issue between the vol
unteer and the draft systems. That was
settled deeisiyely in favor of form of
CONSUMPTION, insuring universal service.
Then came the question whether this
principle should be waived in particu-
lar case, to permit the enlistment of a
body of volunteers, under a particular
leadership not specifically named. but
plainly contemplated. That has been
settled in favor of the acceptance, if the
President wills, of such groups of volun-
teers. There were other issues, one re-
lating to prohibition of liquor and an
other, causing the last vexatious but
happily brief postponement of action,
bearing upon the pay of the soldiers.
easily adjusted in favor of a more lib
eral scale Of compensation.
Thus the bill has been wrought into
hnal form. It is remarkable per-
formance. 1t overturns the tradition of
volunteering, although that form of ten
dering service is permitted. 1t makes
every citizen liable to do his "bit" for
the country. 1t is a sound enactment,
and it will bring into being in a short
time great army, comprising the
younger Americans, with the least pos
sible interruption of business and the
country's necessary work on the farms
and in the mills.
Had the country been in imminent
peril Congress would assuredly have
acted more speedily. It may be accepted
that the delay has made for good re1
suits. It has enabled the government to
prepare thoroughly for the registration
and the draft, which can now quickly fol-
low. It has given time for more thor
ough provision Of the enormous guam
tity of supplies and munitions required
by such large force. It has given the
people time to adjust to the possibility
of change in personal conditions. And
moreover it has not actually injured the
cause Of the grand alliance.
There can be no question Of the pa
triotism Of Congress or the willingness
of both houses to stand squarely behind
the President on the principle Of liberty
and democracy for the maintenance of
which this country has gone to war. Our
process Of legislation may be leisurely,
but it is effective.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Getting Down to Cases.

The debates in Congress are growing
warmer-fairer and warmer. It 10 .
good sign. Let all welcome It. It viii
make for better legislation. Men when
on their mettle, in Congress and else
where, do their best work. Ginger is in
valuable in a statesman. Without It he
is inclined to browse and drone. With
it he can be depended ON not to let any.
thing Of an Objectionable character get
by If he can prevent it. Everything is
safer when the man on guard is awake
eyes and ears open, and all his faculties
in hand.
He was Of this description, and had
gone to town meeting held to consider
town affairs. He remarked to himself
. lack Of spirit in those present. No
very positive statements were made, aud
NO very positive objections uttered. He
stood it a. long aa he could, and thsn
whispered to the man sitting next:
HPm going to start something. This
sort Of thing won't do for me- Well
never get anywhere BY this route"
There must be men to start something.
In Congress just now they have duty
to perform. The country has gone on q
new and most important tack. Too
much should not be taken for granted.
Reasons should be asked and given.
Whatever Is cloudy should be cleared.
Many new things are necessary, but
newness ID mot Of itself recommends
ton.
It Is assumabls that everybody wants
the country to get somewhere. Both
PARTIES declared for the war, and their
leaders since have given repeated proofs
pf Diligence and sincerity. But it is a
act that the course il not altogether
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Soft. pure. odorlsss pillows and
pretty pillowcases. These are
great aids to baby's rest and COM
Tort, and mothers will have the
satisfaction Of knowing they are
the best.
White Curled Hair Pillows, GOV.
cred in white drilling: . cool. soft
and restful pillow for hot days:
size 13x17 inches. @1.o0.
Pink and Blue Silk Pilloweases to
at pillow sise 13x17 inches. o1.oa.
White Lawn Pillowcasss.. en-
broidery spray in corner and ern-
broidery rune. e1!00.
White Lawn Pillowcasss, with mar.
row embroidery insertion rune and
dne lace insertion and edge. sASk
White Lawn Pillowcasss, hand
made and trimmed with hand sprays,
featherstitching and seAllops4 edge.
e8y00,
Handmade White Lawn Pillow.
cases, beautifully hand-embroideroA
sprays and scalloped edge fastsA
with small pearl buttons. eS6e.
Third 6oof r strset.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Signs Of Another Retreat.

h~'~s-N~s'
Dispatches from France state that
there are indieations of preparations be.
hind the German front lines Of another
general retreat on the northern sector,
fires being noted in a number Of places
similar to those that preceded the re-
tirement Of February. This gives ad-
ditional significance to tho removal Of
the civilian population Of the town Of
Menin, on the Franco Belgian boundary.
reported from Amsterdam. Il such =
movement is in contemplation doubtless
the allied airmen have noted the prepa-
rations. The British and French were
undoubtedly surprised in February by
the general removal Of the German
armies from the Somme front. That
movement was executed with remark
able skip but Il failed Of IT, full ef-
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Austrian Hard Candies
Reduced to 4Oc pound.

We have been selling these
Candies at CSC pound. But we have
on hand q larger stock than we
should with the approach Of hot
weather. Therefore. this reduction
in price.
Made in this country after the
same recipe that has long made
these Candies famous-40c pound.
ENGLISH WALNUT MEATS
selected selected Sn,ons, Wnols naives az ana ans
wiches and fruit salads. We are
Offering quantity Of choice ones.
SOC DouAA.
Fifth door. Tenth street.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Plain-Colored Parasols-
Rainproof and Sunproof,

Carry Parasols like these on dry
days, rainy days or any day. They
are the most useful
Made of splendid quality pure
silk on 10-rib brass frames. The
coiors are the best of the season
myrtle, hunters green, navy, royal,
garnet and black. finished with
ebonine handles. The price, $a.Se
each.
Main aoor, G street sstrases.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Models that it will be delight for
the girl to wear on this important occa-
sion selections made especially with her
needs in mind.
Petticoats-pnk and white crepe de
chine and washable satin, in many new and
attractive models, $500 to S10so.
White Tub Silk Klosft Pettcoats--with
double panel back and front and deep piait-
ed and rufaed hounce, $500.
White Tub Silk Petticoats. with double
panel and deep rufled aaring flounce, Sz95.
Third floor, street
Evening star., 1917-05-18

The readers of reckless or disloyai
newspaper ought to be dependable for
the sort of censorship that rapidly puts
a publication out of the way of doing
mischief.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Loans from Uncle Sam should be Of
some assistance in mobilizing the enor-
nous resources for which Russia has
long been distinguished.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

a,b The American destroyers now in the
war zone give assurance that the ability
Of the United States to formulate and
carry out big enterprises rapidly is not
limited to times Of peace.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

It would interfere with some time
honored traditions IL senators were
formally barred from saying on the floor
anything that could not with propriety
be given out for publication.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
The National Came
Base Ball.

You will hnd the right things here
to play your best game.
Base Ball Gloves. Soe to o4.ee eaeA.
Mitts, 600 to oD00.
Fielders' Gloves, 31.71 to e7.o0.
Boys Base Bail Suits In all sizes.
410E to 4z.0o.
Base Balls, from Es quality 70 the
ofllcdal Base Ball, o1.26.
Heel and Too Plates, Zoe paiR.
.catchers' Body Protectors. s1.6o
saeh.
Catchsrs' Masks. tee T. e1.Se.
Base Ban Bats, loo 10 91Jo0 each.
Louisville SluggsP Bats, Ne to
Sl.00 escA.
Fourth door, csatss. ....
Evening star., 1917-05-18

This is the year when the world would
particularly like to find the phrase
"bumper crop" figuring in the American
news.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Women's Silk and
Chaimoisette Cloves.

SPECIAL - Sixteen-button-length
Black and Whne Silk Gloves,
in splendid Quality silk, care
fully made and sized.
Special price, 6Sc pair.
Women's l6-button-length Chamoi-
sette Gloves, in white and
natural.
75c pair.
Women's Two-clasp Chamoisctte
Gloves, white, with self-em---
broidery and white with three
rows Of fancy embroidery.
75c pair.
Msia Soor, eentsr.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

There would be no danger Of food
shortage if all the grain upon which
Chicago speculators figure profits and
losses were in actual existence.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

German treatment Of Belgium con-
tinues to be warning Of what the world
might expect at the hands Of Prussian
eonquerors.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Envelope Chemise, flesh color and white,
in many pretty lace and ribbon-trimmed
styles. Sz.z5 to s675.
Camsoles-Washable Satin and Crepe de
Chine; the regular camisole design and those
with satin ribbon straps; exquisitely designed
and trimmed, S1.oo to $z75.
Crepe de Chine Gowns-hesh and white
low neck and short lacy sleeves; empire and
full flowing; particularly attractive type for
the young girl is sleeveless, and has low neck
surrounded by sheer, lacy yoke, s3.es to
$3.50.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

The prices Of all Intoxicating bever.
ages have been advanced. King Alcohol
is evidently determined to have one
farewell high old time.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

The man with the hoe has drifted out
Of the attention Of the painters and
poets and has been taken up by the po-
litical economists.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

The United States government has fos-
tered much prosperity, and 1t Is now
time for prosperity to reciprocate in the
form Of taxes.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Let Baby Be Comfortable
in q Couch Hammock.

A Couch Hammock will mean as
much to the comfort and pleasure
Of the baby AZ 1t does to you. A
Couch Hammock handles baby with
the most tender care. II is q gentle
swinging couch bed in reality, easily
placed in the airiness and brightness
Of the porch or the lawn. or used
indoors.
We show Baby Couch Hammocks
with and without adjustable
canopies, and In 2 variety OF excel.
lent models and attractive colorA
Priced from s. to $18.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Where the Potatoes Are.
A man who plants . vacant lot
No longer tolls for pleasure.
He stands and contemplates the spot
As one Of buried treasure.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

The Hindenburg line cannot attain
even the dignity that attaches to red
taps.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

2. 2 Awakening American thrift recog-
nizes the liberty loan as presenting an
opportunity as well as an obligation.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Col. Roosevelt dislikes the word
Stacker" as much ~ he did the word
Gmollycoddle."
Evening star., 1917-05-18
SHOOTING STARS,
By PHILANDER JOHNSON.
A Solace to Pride.

A Solace to Pride.
"You have made some powerful enc
mies.n
''That's all right" replied Senator sor.
ghum. "In so doing have at least
demonstrated that I couldn't be whipped
by the little fellows"
Evening star., 1917-05-18

The U-boat has yet to demonstrate
that 1t can hold It's own in an actual
fight.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Cod. Gardner has done everything pos
sible to prove that he is no mere theorist
in the doctrine Of preparedness.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Seeking Novelty.
Poor Rations.

From the Chicago Herald.
In default Of a sufficient food supply
German militarism Is continuing to feed
the German people on official misrepre.
ssutations.
Evening star., 1917-05-18

THE NEWEST MODES IN
SUMMER FURS.
Large shapes in collars, collarettes and
capes are the newest modes in Furs, and are
considered the elite of fashion. They are
made to set away from the neck, thus giving
elegance and accentuating the beauty Of the
costume, but minus the warmth of winter
furs.
Especially interesting are the new ar
rivals, showing the smart new shades now
SO much in vogue.
POX ScARFS-IN BLUE, PEARL GRAY,
SLATE, TAUPE AND HUDSON BAY BLUE;
NEW SHAPES, NEW :COLORED SILK LIN
INGS; SMART NEW MODELS
Priced from $500 to $500.
Third Aoor street
Evening star., 1917-05-18

A Croquet Set
Affords Plenty of Pleasure
The good old game Of Croqust IL
as popular today as 1t was years
ago-young and old like It Four
and Eight Ball Sets.
Priced ut 91.25, 11S0, S1.eS
42.25, e1.k0, o8.00, @3.6O, S8.o6
and $4.0S each.
Fourth door, Elsventh street.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
W0o6w@r0 & Totbrop
New York
Noso Rsody-Display Of
Mems
WHITE FOOTWEAR
Canvas and BucIksjkin,
$3.50 to s..
Main door, Tenth street.
SEASONABLE SUMMER APPAREL
FOR THE BOY.


Cool Clothing and Accessories for the warm days OF sum-,
Any boy who has apparel of this kind will
not be satisfied without it.
PALM BEACH COOL CLOTH SUITS. with
years Very aracvy priced. s6ss
BLUE SERGE SUITS dependable fastsolor fab Norfolk
KNICKERBOCKERS; ideal trousers;
shades Sizes to $so
BOYS n'a51; MILITARY 3 (, DR11s ri ]; s. SHIRTS
Ls,: Black sateen at 75e
Psamss; stripes and al-white; frog fasteninss sIse
DRESS SHIRTS BLOUSES........-.... s1os
BOYS BATHING SUITS and piece slss to $500
SMALL BOYS WASH SUITS.
Handsome and Boyish New Models in
fine colors. Moderately priced
GENUINE PANAMA HATS-Ecuador braid; finely Special
floor sire
CHILDREN'S ''IRON CLAD" SHOES
ARE ECONOMICAL.
Economy cheapness of price but the best article
for the money always been right that should say
true of Iron Cad Shoes These shoes made please
our looks service cost The largely in
creased sale proves that patrons know what is
economy.
The summer showing is complete.
ANKLE Russia eafskin black Russia eskn patent
cotsn buckkn and white made orho-
p Sizes to 8, turn sole, spring heel, ss.s p.r:
Sizes Sizes e to e s g so s,e ow ssss he hss. se si ana $780,
sis eskn black Russia
well! s es s z9d to sG12s lo sssa &c. and $3.50 pair
GROWING GIRLS PUMPS,
skin white canvas Goodyear and low, fat hees
nor,T Tent
Evening star., 1917-05-18
THE MORNING CUP OF
COFFEE
That Pleases and Satisfies.

COFFEE
That Pleases and Satisfies.
We pride ourselves on being able to select
and offer for our patrons choice-GOOD COZ
FEE And we take such interest in it and
our patrons wants that we will
Continue to Offer Coffee
of fine favor and aroma
even though we are closing out our Pure Food
Department. This means that you are sure of
obtaining your favorite Coffee of as in the
past. It will be even better than it has been,
as we are going to devote our efforts to smaller
number of brands, but they will be the very
finest obtainab1e.
Three special w. 4 L. Blends Of Coffee
Very much below usual prices for these qualities.
Blend A-A careful blending of several of
the very finest Coffees grown; flavor is rich,
light, tasty and satisfying
35c pound; 3 lbs, $1.O0.
Blend B-This is perfect blending of care
fully selected grades.
3Oc pound; 4 lbs. for $1.00.
Blend Can elegant quality Coffee at
popular price.
26c pound; S lbs. for $1.15.
Fifth door, Testh street.
Evening star., 1917-05-18
Sense Of Nestness.

Sense Of Neatness.
Doesn't 1t annoy you to be obliged
to get under your automobile and try to
adjust the mechanismi"
"No," replied Mr.. Chuggins. Il don't
mind that part Of it. But don't think
It's right for my wife to make mo stay
there in hiding till dark, so that people
can't see how mussed up ! am"
Operatic Opulense.
"You must love art to pay such enor-
nous salaries to grand opera singers"
"Tm not sure;" replied Miss Cayenne,
whether it it-indicates love for art or
an indifference to money"
"a lazy man ain likely to be happy;n
said Uncle Eben. aHe generally gifts .
bad disposition tryin' to scare other peo-
pie into doin' de work."
Seeking Novelty.
The weather man now says with glse.
They've put the matter up to mo;
With censorship. men cannot CHOOSE,
They must depend upon my newsi
And so try my very best
To meet full well my daily test,
And make my statements such % win
Awaken q surprising thrill.
For May my cold wave Gag set.
I may hail June as colder yet.
And, while I'm doing things like these.
July I'll schedule for freeze"
Evening star., 1917-05-18

Prevent Loss; easily sewn on to all kind
Iof Linen, Woolen and Knitted Articles.