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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

session Of Congress for compulsory edu-
cation here.
| This. decision means, apparently, that
the board Of education may, after COM
putting the number Of teachers neces-
sary to insure full day Of instruction
for every child of school age in the Dis
trict, proceed to name that teaching
force, regardless Of whether the Com
missioners estimate and Congress ap-
/ propriates for their payment, thereby
Establishing an obligation for subsequent
appropriation that must be met through
! deficiency enactments.
/ The question at once arises whether
this power to provide teachers irrespec
tive of the estimates of Commissioners
and appropriations by Congress, thus
defined by the Districts highest court,
does not extend to the provision of
buildings for the accommodation of full
day schools for every child. 1t would
assuredly seem so, if the compulsory edu-
cation Law is to be carried into effect.
Yet at present the provision Of school
buildings is wholly under the control of
the Commissioners, subject to the limi-
tation of appropriations. The board of
education is not even consulted in re-
spe.t to the designing or placing of
buildings, save occasionally as matter
of courtesy.
1t is hardly to be believed that Con-
gress contemplated the creation Of
wholly autonomous board of education,
bound by no restrictions as to contrac-
tual obligations and empowered to in
cur Deficiencies. Yet the Court of APP
peals has read the law logically in its
present ruling The decision emphasizes
the anomaly of board of education
named by the court and thereby sep
arated from the municipal administra-
ton.
This ruling at least points to the me-
cessity of appropriations for schools in
Sufficient volume to enable the board of
education to comply with the full-day
instruction and the compulsory educa-
ton laws, whoever names its members
and controls its policies regarding school
finance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
In War Work All Stand Together

In Buffalo, labor's representative
body applauding President Wilson's dec
iaration that Eve must stand together
night and day until this job (the wary is
finished" Around Newark, 10000 labor
ers leaving their jobs on shipbuilding
work, an immediate and vitality essen
tial feature Of winning the war.
These are two violently incongruous
situations set forth by the news reports
today. events Of yesterday.
The logic Of them should be to direct
at once the attention Of the Department
Of Justice to possible enemy machina
tions. The labor section of the shipping
board and other federal agencies Of con
Citation will adjust the Newark differ
enees. Meantime search should be made
for their cause to ascertain If they are
attributable to pro-German propaganda
in any degree.
Newark shelters large alien popula-
ton, some Of it unquestionably enemy
alien, some Of doubtful loyalty. Wit
ness the case Of one of the candidate.
for commissioner, under the proposed
form Of commission government there
who is under Indictment now for al
legged treason in the publication Of dis
loyalty sentiment In his newspaper. His
counsel does not deny the publications,
but claims that the written word is not
amenable to the law against treason.
Recent disastrous CONGREGATIONS In
food supply depots and war manufac.
tories about Now York city; tho Same
in grain elevators and wheat storage
warehouses in tho west, with labor un
rest In scores of places, indicate the
renewal Of German propaganda to Grip
pie our war preparations.
The Department Of Justice should pro-
coed with utmost celebrity to investigate
and prosecute with unrelenting vi9or
when found all cases Of seditious crim,.
nality.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
An Autonomous School Board.

Fa19eaching in Its effect may be the
deciaon Of the District Court of APP
peals tn the Marsh case to the effect
that the board Of education is an in
dependent agency and is not bound by
tho law which forbids the District Com
hnissioners to create contract obligations
h snesss Of existing appropriations,
having power to employ sufficient num-
: bsr e1 teachers from time to time to
fssp the schools In operation. This
ruling Is based upon the provision Of
ne ossanis lsw Of 1905 that all children
ef school aGs being Instructed in the
District schools beyond the second grade
shaI1 Be given . whole day session, eou-
pied with an act passed at the same
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
The Speaker and tho Session.

eve won't get through until next Sep
tomber" This was the prediction made
by Speaker CLARK Saturday on his re-
turn to town from visit home. He was
discussing the coming session Of Con-
gress.
The Speaker, It will be remembered.
"hit the black" respecting the length Of
the special session. When, at the be-
ginning, some were guessing two months,
others three, and still others four, he
guessed October, If. indeed, the special
did not run until the regular session be-
gan. October proved to be the time.
September win be late for senators
and representatives aspiring to Ye-elec-
tion. They will want more than two
months. in which to canvass their baili-
wicks. Still, in that time, If their rec
ords are on straight, they should be
able to give full account Of them.
selves to the homo folks.
II il going to be . very interesting
and important session. It Will differ
from the special session In the fact that
party spirit will begin to show. We are
approaching q partisan campaign. Ap-
peals for control Of the next Congress
will be partisan appeals, and the record
Of the regular session will enter into
them. Hence there are certain to be par
tisan divisions and maneuverinss ~ ~
speets many questions presented.
But. for that matter. partisanship was
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
Conserve Labor Supply.
!. PHILADELPHIA Pres,

From the Philadelphia Press.
The new draft regulations arc . very
welcome acknowledgment that the
government has at last recognized the
question Of labor supply as Of serious
Importance. Before tho hrst draft wa
completed. and. in fact, during all OF
the preliminary stageA the attention Of
those in charge was called to the
necessity of conserving the labor sup
ply Of the country and preventing the
drafting Of those who were necessary
to tts Industries. These appeals were
far from successful The exemption
boards and the examining boards and
the appeal boards all seemed to regard
with suspicion any application for sx-
smption. either BY the applicant him.
self or By his employer
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
Washington.

The President closed his serious ad-
dress at Buffalo on note semi-joeular.
Taking his cue from q theatrical re-
quirement of the day he decided on Il
happy curtain. He said:
"And SO. my fellow citizens, the rea-
son that I came away from Washing
/. ton is that / sometimes get lonely down
there. There are so many people III
Washington who know things that are
not so, and there are so few people
in Washington who know anything about
what the people of the United States
are thinking about, I have to come away
to get reminded of the rest of the coun-
try; I have to come away and talk to
men who are up against the real thing
and say to them. i am with You II you
are with me- And the only test OF be
ing with me is not to think about me
personally at all, but merely to think
Of me as the expression for the time
! being Of the power and dignity and hope
Of the United States"
majority of the persons he confers with
at the White House are not Washing
tonians, but visitors from all sections
Of the country, who have come to town
on business with him or members of his
cabinet, and, therefore, are in the
humor to make themselves agreeable. 1t
: Is from them he hears "things that are
not So" They do not with any bad mo
tive mislead him. Sometimes they are
!. carried away by his presence, and un-
der his spell give him roster view of
things in their localities than the facts
strictly warrant.
aWhen self the wavering balance shakes,
IT'S rarely right adjusted
A they have come for favors, and are
unused to meeting Presidents, they do
the best they can in a difficult situa-
tton.
It Is among the drolleries Of our poll
tics that the people of Washington are
not In touch with the country at large;
that they are without knowledge of
@what the people Of the United States
are thinking about. The President
merely repeated an old charge often
made. As matter Of fact, those peo-
PIE Of Washington whose business it is
to find out what the people Of the
United States are thinking about" have
sexseptional means, and employ them, for
keeping In touch with the country. Wis
itors to town, who are always welcome,
do not talk to them as sometimes they
feel compelled to do to officials with
whom they have business. They are on
even terms with private citizens, and
therefore in franker mood in converse
tion. A resident Of Washington,
charged with observation and the col
Letting Of information about what is
going on in the United States would be
. dull fellow II much out Of plumb and
behind the times.
Mr.. Wilson's fate Is the common fate
Of all Presidents. All have complained
a. he complains, and probably with the
same reserved appreciation Of the real
situation. No harm is DONE Indeed,
It Is gratifying to see the chief magis-
trats mbend In this way. and "jolly" an
sudienss In everyday fashion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

War has left the kaiser's SIX sons I'M
harmed, up to the present time. Ap-
parently they have done some service
in keeping out Of the way Of the men
who are really trying to fight.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

The islands ara powers. England's po-
htical sway has extended to remote par,s
Of the world Japan now expects TO
regulate to q considerable degree the
customs and economies Of Asia. The
Island Of Manhattan has long assumed
to regulate both society and finance for
the entire North American continent,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

Judge Hylan declares ne WIN not at
tend public dinners. This Is another
ray of sunshine in the life Of Mr.. Hoover
and his staff Of food economists
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
A Fishernan.

n AbH0SAu1As
once went a-hshin' an didn't muah
care
For anything. 'eeptin' tho sunshine N
air.
I'd fish all the day.
An be happy an gay,
Feelin' rather relieved II tho dkh gcd
away.
I now 90 a-fshin' with serious mind.
For hsh are not cheap and 20 easy "a
find.
As my line I extend,
I'm aware, In the end.
That my dinner on what can catch may
depend.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
Women's Day Goats and
Evening Wraps
In the Most Charming New Models.

Coats of exquisitely rich and sun,ptuous
fabrics expressly modelled for the woman de-
string the height Of elegance in her costuming.
They have the distinction and grace that can
only be impaired by the finest designers and
tailors. Many are handsomely trimmed with
furs In original effects, and the fabrics embrace
all the elegant weaves; all superbly lined with
fancy silks or peau de cygne. Some of the
coats are fashioned on more tailored lines.
Prices range from $45 to $195.
Evening Wraps of elegance and refine
ment, luxuriously fur trimmed; fabrics Of sur
passing beauty in weave and color.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

II Col. Bryan continues to advocate
soft drinks when cold water would
serve. Mr.. Hoover should send him a
special card.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

German kultur has given no evidence
Of ever being able to create works Of
art to replace those it SO ruthlessly de-
stroys.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
Ovsroptinixinx.

On happiness We must insist,
And yet, to speak my mind Alright,
I do not like the optimist
Who smiles and viii not work or feh,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

French tobacco has given out in Parfs.
This gives Santa Claus another oppor-
tunity for some fine work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

some men," said Unsle Eben, II .
good natured dat dey Kin impose On
most anybody
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

A number Of demonstrations make It
look as II I. W. W. stands Tor II Wor-
ship Wilhelm"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PH1LANDER JOHNSON.
Man and His Appetite,

Man and His Appetite.
"Has your husband told you that you
must economize on the tablet
.Yes. But he never says . word shout
Il lust before dinner"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
Imitation.

Limitation Is the sinoerest fattares
Nonsense If real butter knew what
imitation butter tastes like, It couldnS
possibly be fattered."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
Women's Evening and Dinner Gowns
That affirm the vogue for rich simplicity

Gowns for the opera, the teater the exclusive social
Junction. the dinner the ballroom Classic simplicity of line
and all the wealth of and richness of color in
these understandable shades and metallic
tons enjoy especial distinction Each individual gown
distinct triumph by its entire originality The beau
full Evening Gowns Of nets silver cloth, Asatn
Satin and Georgete and Vevets Beadngs, hand embrod
cries. sequins and brliants of them have trains
$500 to $50.
showing Of Serge and Jersey Dresses fur trimmed
and braid plated and unc skrts-the very latest modes
$500 to $500.
q snst
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

Kerensky came baskI and rather
sooner than expected
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

Tho Huns threaten to destroy ITALY,
Tho threat Is a historic habit
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

The German navy continues to Lie low,
hoping tho U-boats will do the work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

Reports from Mexico indicate that
Villa has gotten together at least enough
resources TO pay q press agent weeks
eshxy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13

An Assemblage of High-cass Models in
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semidttng coats beled and seni-beled
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Specialization.

'Now that your wife has tho vote,
what political policy does she advocated"
II don't know" replied Mr.. Meekton.
aMy impression Is that she has special
lied on woman suffrage and DOESN'T care
much about politics In generals
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-13
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The Great Fashion of
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Brushed and Knitted Wool Sweaters,
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The Suits Women
Wear for Horseback Riding

Should have .nannish tailoring and dignity Of
line, and Of smart design and fabric. See how
well these models measure up to the standard.
Oxford Cloth, Gray Mixtures, Brown and
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coats. plain or faring from the waist line, some
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The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13
The Indian Problem

10 our issues of August 23rd and
3Oth. we printed the letter Of Mr..
Wade Hamptsn Gibbes,|ex inspect
or OF the Indian service, to Secre-
tary Lane and Commissioner Sells.
Mr.. Gibbes says be entered the
service with Il sincere desire and
purpose to aid in its betterment,
and felt impelled to address the
officials with the same end in
view."
After his appointment, he had a
brief talk with Mr.. Sells, who
asked him to report upon the
shortcomings of the Indian Office
as we'll as of the field. Mr.. Gibbes
claims to have done so, and adds,
Il have never had word of ap-
prevail or rebuke for the many
radical faults l have found and
The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13

reported in no uncertain terms"
He concluded his letter with these
words, Entering the Indian ser
vice in the belief that the Indian
Office was designed and conducted
as benefaction to the race, l am
leaving it convinced that it is the
Indians Old Man of the Sea- who
will try to cling around his neck
in strangle held forever
The Indian Office as now con
Quoted because bound by tradi
tions and red tape, the accumula-
tiops of the years since the office
had its birth, is truly what Mr..
Gibbs became convinced it is. We
ask our readers 10 reread the. let
ter and ''inwardly learn, mark and
digest. The story of wrongs and
negllgences is new in the sense
that it came FROM official source,
but it is old in the sens, of having
been the theme of THE TOMAHAwK
for 10 these many years. The late
editor always Was certain of his
ground when he criticised the In
dian Office and the field, and par
ticularly the Chippewa field. A
passage in the letter of Mr.. Globes
has paragraph which The IONA
HAWK believes should be taken
with a bit of mental reservation.
He says, There are few superin-
tendents | have met who would be
unable to measure up to the need
ed standards of ability and effici
ency and those few could be easily
replaced" Perhaps, but how
does this statement comport with
the one, 'They tell me that l
saw the oest of the Indian service,
if this be true, may heaven hep
the worst" Mr.. Gibbes' terri
tory was confined to Michigan,
Wisconsin and Minnesota. In the:
Comparison that the gentleman in
The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13
apoli3.

Tommy, striving for perfection
as a base ball catcher, toughened
his hands by sleeping them in salt
water. One day he broke valu-
able plate glass window while play
ing ball. His father lad an inter-
view with him, when the seance
was over Tommy said with a deep
drawn sigh, II made a mistake, 1
ought to have sat down in the salt
water.''
Receipt-To escape wounded
feelings, battle the heart in salt
water. Apply at the government
warehouse for salt.
The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13
An Administrative House
Cleaning Needed.

With a world in process of social
and economic revolution, and with
great changes impending in the
policy of the Indian Office, this
seems a good time to begin genu.
inc reform in certain features of
the administration of Indian aft
airs. The strong grip of the law
should demonstrate to white citi-
zens that they must no longer en-.
croach upon Indian grazing and
mining land, that they must re-
spect Indian water rights and give
The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13
COURTESY.

There is Scotch saying which
runs thus, 'There's a chiel amang
We takin notes."
The present editor has been here
now over IA month and has heard
many things and likewise observed
personally some things. He OBJ
served for one thing, a stream of
reserve socially between official
dom and the plain folks.
This stream is daily getting more
and more frigid, and if the beams
of courtesy that should shine in
community are not given some
play, there will be frost that will
kill all that is best in human ma
ture in those resident here,
The writer hereof cannot COM
plain of receiving the cold shoulder
or the marble Stare, but then he
has not applied. so far at the
Agency office for information up
ON personal matters.
Complaint has been made that
one going to the Agency Office for
information meets with brusque
abrupt treatment.
There does seem to be senti-
ment of autocracy in Agency cir
cles, u party of Junkers which
affects to despise an Indian. A
civil service inaugurated to pro-
mote economic efficiency, has
paradoxically created an UNC1v1L
temperament.
Any self respecting person nat
urally rescnts lofty and lordly
airs. Gentlemen of the Agency
office, treat the ignorant Indian
who comes into the Office on busi-
ness, with degree of courtesy;
recognize bis right to know the
Continued on 9Th. Page.)
The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13

ferred, it must strike the reader
as a state of bad, and worse, Per
haps there are many superintend-
ents who if given some degree of
latitude would accomplish much
good for the Indians under their
charge, but there are many also
who from the arrogance which
comes from small mind set in
high place would outherod the
Herod at Washington.
There is a singular play of see
saw under present management of
affairs. A superintendent pleads
in most cases the inability to act
because bound by bureau rules, he
refers petitioner to the Indian
Office, and when the reference is
acted upon, he finds his communi-
cation referred back to the super
intendent for action thereon. LIS
regular ring around the rosy'
that DISCOUNTS the applicant for
justice and immediate action. The
Circumlotion Office that Charles
Dickens describes in one of his
novels is chain tightening by COM
parison.
And here is sentiment in the
letter of Mr.. Gibbes with which
we heartily agree, Each bonded
superintendent should be a local
executive in the full sense of the
word, with discretion limited only
by reasonable business regula-
lions.
The civil service will rarely
furnish the proper man, for this
service furnishes only the man
who has been too long tied hand
and foot by red tape, and sub:
serviency to pernicious system.
The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13

It. seems that parts Of Minneso.
ia have experienced earth tremors.
Inquiry sent from Brainerd to the
seismographic department of the
University in Washington brought
the answer that this department
had had NJ record of any tremor.
Perhaps it was only 'surface
shaking occasiohed by the tremb'
ing of slackers.
The Tomahawk., 1917-09-13

The picture of the kaiser still
appears in tho spelling books, but
the superintendent of the Chicago
CITY schools sent letters to the
principals, teachers and pupils in
viting them to tear out the the
offending picture and eulogy.
This was treason TO Mayor
Thompson and his master the
Kaiser. F., .@- -