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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
Give the Full Fund!

Washington is responding generous
ly to the call for funds for the work
of the seven organizations which are
engaged in keeping the men in the
American military and naval service
supplied with comforts and diversion.
This city's quota of the main fund Of
$40, 5O0,O 900 is 100000, and at latest
reports the contributions here had
amounted to $220, 200.
Washington should be as prompt and
generous in its subscription to this
most essential service as it has been
in all its other war gifts. Should it
equal its record in this case it will
give fully million dollars.
The fact that the hostilities have
been suspended and that the draft
calls have been Cancelled and that the
men now in the camps are soon to be
disbanded and returned to their
homes does not in the least lessen the
need of maintaining all the activities
for which this fund is requested. Every
one Of the seven services must 60 on
to the end, which will be when peace
is declared and the armies have all
been demobilized and returned home.
In one sense it is even more essen
tial to keep this work going now than it
was while the soldiers and sailors were
stimulated by the actual work of war.
They must not be allowed to grow home
sick for lack Of comforts and enter
tainments and wholesome surroundings.
Every dollar Of the amount called for
is needed and should be and doubtless
will be forthcoming.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Of hostilities Sooked rsunetA The com
mittee, therefore, worked under the IN
fuence Of that prospect.
Its work was unanimeusly Endorsed
BY the House, but In q perfunctory
way. b was criticised In debate even
by some Of those who had helped pre-
pare it and were now On the eve Of
voting to send it to the Senate.
The Senate committee received the
measure, with full knowledge Of the
circumstances Of its preparation and
Endorsement by the House, and also Of
the fact that the measure was not a.
ceptable to the general public; that
the business world in particular was
protesting it and asking for changes
in it.
The finance committee, responding to
some of these requests, had agreed upon
certain changes, and had hoped to be
able to report the revised measure yes
terday. But it halted in the presence
of the armistice, and is now awaiting
developments.
In its present shape, the measure 10
probably what neither House nor SEN
ate would prefer; what neither would
prepare If beginning work in the light
of the latest developments. This
makes the difficulty very great, and
counsels the utmost care in all future
proceedings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
Last Weeks Election Result.

Last Weeks Election Result.
Two things are charged with the do.
feat Of the democracy in last weeks
elections: O The Presidents partisan
appeal for votes; and (2) the power
and influence of the south in matters
Of legislation.
Undoubtedly. the appeal affected the
party unfavorsbly. It was wholly un-
justified. The republicans had met the
supreme test Of the situation. They
had voted for full war supplies, and
for all measures that had been pro-
posed at the administrat'cn's instance
for enlarging the Presidents war au-
thority. With the desire 10 win the
war, they had gone the limit in his
behalf. They had not deserved black.
listing; and at the polls the country
so decided.
As for the south in Congress, the
case is familiar, and has often been
stated in response to the criticism now
again current. The south is a power
there, in both House and Sanate, BE-
cause she 10 tbs steady" Of tho d.
moefacy. She never fails the party.
Whatsoever the ticket Of the platfe1m.
she votes the label. Mr.. Cleveland Tor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
Washington's Jubilee Plans.

In preparation for the peace jubilee
now planned for the 21st or 23d Of
the month it will, Of course, be borne
in mind that the real celebration of
victory will take place much later,
when the peace has been actually
signed and when our troops come homo.
Yet it is we'll to provide a spectacle
to signify the public rejoicing some
what more formal and orderly than
the spontaneous manifestation Of Mon
day night.
Participation in this demonstration
is now planned for all the city bodies.
It is to be chiefly civilian in its char
acter, though doubtless there Will be
. representation of the military and
naval forces. Although the time is
short there will be opportunity for the
people to prepare striking displays and
to this end the scheme of organization
should be fastened to the utmost.
Washington is peculiarly favored in
sll matters Of this kind. It has the
advantage Of the presence here of the
chiefs Of national affairs. The Presi-
dent reviews the parades and will on
this occasion mark the local demonstra-
ton as virtually official by his pres
ence. It therefore is fitting that those
who plan and take part in the demon
stration should do their best to make
it adequate as a manifestation of pub
lie rejoicing over the achievement Of
victory.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
The Revenue Question.


while a comprehensive administra-
lion reconstruction program is expect
ed from President Wilson in opening
fhe new session in December, leaders
ut the Capitol expect to act in the
meantime on several questions, prin-
eipaAy toward fetrenchment in expend-
a1ufes. The Senate finance commit
9ee favored delay on the war revenue
bill for . week or ten days until it
sEas determined whether prospective
Ietrenchment in the executive depart
ments will justify decreasing the tax
oates. Secretary McAdoo has promised
soon to submit estimates as changed
b. peace conditions"
taken the right action. It should not
report the revenue measure until adj
vised as to probable changes in the
general situation produced by the sign
ing of the armistice and the advance
ment thereby Of permanent peace con-
6itions.
These propositions are not in dis
pute: ~ Present needs Of revenue are
very great, and (2) future needs for
some years to come viii be very much
greater than ever before in times of
peace. We shah be carrying a heavy
debt. We shall be obliged to support
sur governmental establishment on a
lew and more expensive basis. We
cannot return to the old order. We
must not only determine the new or
der, but meet its requirements. These
Shings require no argument They
are self-evident.
As to the revenue measure now in
hand, the facts are these: The ways
and means committee began the shap-
ing of it last May, before the German
offensive had failed. Indeed, the Of
fensive was then in full swing, and
seemed assured Of success, The end
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

sound money, Nh. Bsy.a 1ss ftss a
yer. siiks rsestvsd Asf sappest Mr.
Cleveland was twice elected through
her instrumentality. Mr.. Bryan was
three times defeated through the do
feetions Of eastern and middle eoun-
try democrats
This adherence TO the party in an
weathers gives the south q settled place
in Congress. She is always there, and
always Q democrat. She tests men in
House and Senate, and when they meet
the test she keeps them in commission.
They become veterans; and in times
Of democratic control they reach high
committee places, not because they are
southern men, but because they are
experienced legislators.
Seniority rules in the ranks Of the
minority as we'll as in the ranks Of
the majority. For an instance, the
southern men now at the head Of com.
mittees villa in the next Congress be
at the head Of the minority member
ship Of those committees, and so pos
sess q certain influence, even in the
reduced grades Of their assignments.
Their experience viii be recognized
then, as it has been now.
The south is modest in the matter
Of the democracy's national tickets.
Although supplying the bulk Of the
electoral votes necessary to success,
she seldom offers an aspirant for
either the first or second place. But
in the matter Of Congress she demands
from that body when the democracy
e ntrols it the recognition she thinks due
to her by reason of her Importance to
the party, and due to the ability and
experience Of the men representing her
there.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
Be Patient!

k~<sSSt
with hostilities suspended pending the
final adjustment, there is danger Of
too much expectation on the part Of
the people Of this country, and Of i'm
patience with the slowness with which
life returns to the normal It can
not return to normal for many months.
For there is much work yet to be done
and there are more sacrifices to make
before things are as they were.
Do not expect the men serving in
France in military and civil capacities
to be returned at once. The Army's
work is not finished It must follow
the enemy out Of France and Belgium,
follow him clear to the Rhine and at
three points cross the Rhine and es-
tablish ~bridgeheads" on the far bank,
stretching thirty hlometers into the
neutral zone" A firm line Of mill
tary strength must be maintained, with
full equipment for the immediate re-
sumption of hostilities should the en-
envy show any sign of infdelity to the
terms he has just accepted. This line
must be held at least until peace is
finally declared, and after that there
may be work for our men.
Do not expect an immediate lessen
ing of taxes. For a long time this gov
eminent win be under an enormous
expense and heavy taxes are necessary.
The mere bringing back Of our forces,
If that were possible at once, would
cost an immense sum. Not only are
taxes necessary, but more bond issues
will be required to meet the extraordi-
nary drain upon the Treasury. These
bonds must be bought by the people
and the taxes must be paid, and all this
cheerfully as during the months of &C
tual warfare.
Do not expect the immediate lower
ing Of prices. The cost Of living will
remain high for some time. Nobody
can determine just when the scale viii
begin to turn downward. This cannot
happen until Industrial equilibrium
has been restored, until readjustments
have been effected and the costs of raw
materials and labor and transportation
are lowered.
Do not expect at once to enjoy the
former abundance Of foods of all kinds.
There il and for some time will be
need Of economies as we continue to
supply the peoples Of Europe who have
little OF NO food stocks of their own,
whose means Of provisioning have been
destroyed and must be replaced, whose
farms have been ruined by shellfre,
whose stock has been slaughtered or
scattered. We cannot feast while they
are suffering for bread.
Be patient Jubilate over victory
and be glad that the end is in sight.
But do not complain if the world is
not immediatsly restored for your COM
fort and happiness. If the process
seems slow hero bear in mind how
much slower it must be for the mil
lions Of Europeans to whom the war
has been a CHASTITY reality.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

DR.. Solf found great satisfaction in
reminding the Germans of the sad sit
uation into which Prussian leadership
has betrayed them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

A number Of nearby countries for
merly under Germany's thumb would
enjoy contributing their services to
whip the Prussians should they try to
start another war,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

A place Of solitude where no books
or pictures were permitted save those
describing Hun atrocities would be q
fitting residence for the man who
claimed Sdivine right"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Having lost German support, Trot-
sky and Lenin must assert themselves
frankly as individual leaders Of the
mob.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

As the Fourth Of July recedes in
public attention year by year the
nth Of November comes forward to
sake its place.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Revolution is apparently % easy that
the Germans ought to have managed
one long ago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Nobody believes anything the Huns
say. But everybody believes Foeh
sRhen he says he has them beaten.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

No coup d'etat could ever restore
Wilhelm as a figure Of commanding
dignity in middle Europe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Even the direct intimations that
heavy taxation is to go on, peace or
no peace, could check the enthusiasm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Tho necessity Of enduring one an
.bther's society is some punishment for
Wilhelm and his sons.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

This will be the record-breaking No.
vember for ThanksgivingA
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
Professional Pride

Professional Pride,
do you think the HohenzolleYns
are trying to play politiesf"
II hope not" replied Senator sor-
ghum. 'Td hate to see good old poll.
tics disgraeed by any sueh crowd q
that"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
SHOOTING STARS.
By PHILANDHR JOHNSON.
YMaliAfion.

Voealizstion.
al should think your conscience
would remind you that it's wrong to
demand such a salary"
"oh, no." answered the prima donna.
"The still small voice Of conscience Is
very well in its way. But nobody buys
tickets at the box Office to listen 10 it.n
MANY q man." said Uncle Eben,
talks dc biggest when he's actin do
smallest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Reminder.
The war won't bs over for come little
while
Not until We are done
With some words that the Hun
Has impressed on our minds with dig
ai6eaaos vile.
Tho war wont Be over until ~ are
through
With "kultur's" disgrace,
And "sunk with no trace;
Strange phrases which surge into mem
ory anew.
We may not forget till an OCEAN Of
tears
Has lowed into the dssp
Where brave men 4s asleep.
The war won't be evss tor many long
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
Tho EX.Kafs@.

In luxury You ride away,
While poor Huns jump the fences.
Oh, Wilhelm, say, who's going to pa,
Your travelling expensesf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13

Il bet Joshu be glad to get home, !"
said Mrs Corntossei.
II don't doubt ii" replied her hus-
band; "only bein' used to that soldier
fare I'm afraid he amt goin' to be
satisfied with the way Mr.. Hoover lets
us homo folks eat"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
$3.50 HeaUy.Weight
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
Up to $1O.98 Boys
Salts, $8.75

Boys Fancy Cashmere Sash
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-11-13
CSC CRIB Blankets. 69c Pr.

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Wash Boards, z9c

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$3.50 and $500 Lace
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Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1918-01-09
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

Sealed bids will be received for the
construction Of the Improvement of
certain part of Cornell street in the
south part Of the City of Ottawa, BY
grading, draining. curbing and paving
the same, by the Council of the City
OF Ottawa, until the 18th day Of Jan
uary, A. ID. l5lS. at the hour Of ten
O'Clock A. NJ, at the City Once in
the Central Lite Building in said City
of Ottawa, Illinois; at which time and
place said bids will be publicly
opened.
1t is estimated that there will be
about the following amounts Of work
to be done and materials to be fur
nishcd 5Nl GU. yds. Of excavation.
$3.50 lin #. cement concrete cDmbirod
curh and gutter l2S Gu yda concrete
foundation, IS en-. yds. sand. llG2 SO.
yds. Of yijritied brick paYcmcn, qrou'
filler for Ice 81 yds. brick pave
ment, | ton Of asphalt
Said Improvement shall he con.
struggled and made N accordance with
the ordinance providing for the same
and the maps, plata, plans and speci-
fications for tho same on file in the
Office Of the Public Engineer Of said
City Of Ottawa.
Proposals must be made on blanks
furnished by said Council, and in
compliance With the instructions
thereto attached which can be had on
application to the Public Engineer,
and must be accompanied by cash
or by cdeck payable 10 thc order Of
tie Mayor Of the Ci.y OF Ottawa. in
his official capacity, certified BY re-
snousible bank for an amount OF not
less than ten per cent O0&) of Tie
aggregate Of The proposal
The contractor shall be- p"d IN
bonds, bearing Interest at me .u. 1T
five per cent t5H) per annum
No bid win be received unless The
party offering II. shall furnish cVi.
dcnce that he has the necessary ia.
cilNos, ability and pccuniary re-
sources to fulIill the conditions ," tho
contract and execute the work, should
the contract DC awarded 10 him.
Bidders will examine the ordi.
nanccs. maps, pIats plans. spcciica-
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1918-01-09
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

Sealed bids Will be received for
the construction Of the Improvement
OF parts of La Sale street and other
streets in the North Central part of
the City OF Ottawa, by the Council
OF the City of Ottawa until the 18th
day Of January, A d. 1918. at the
hour Of ten O'Clock A. NJ at tho City
once in the Central Life Building in
said CITY Of Ottawa, illinois; at which
line and place said bids win be pub.
iiclv opened
Il is estimated that there viii be
about the following amounts of work
to be Gone and materials to be fur
nlshed; 2259l So, yds. Of excavation,
3,l4l In. &C. 0. sandstone curbing. re.
setting $50 lin. It. sandstone curbng
".""2 Gu yds, concrete foundation
l,31l en-. yds. sand, IS street inlcts.
% 9a1 So vas Of yitrilied brick pave
meat srout filler for 22.99l So. yds
brick pavement. ~ tons of asphalt.
said Improvement shall be con.
stiucicd and made in accordance with
the ordinance providing for the same
and the maps plats, plans and spccif.
cations for the same on file in the
Office OF the Public Engineer of said
CITY Of Ottawa.
Proposals must be made on blanks
furnished by said Council and in COM
plldnCc with the Instructions thereto
attached which can be had on appli
cation to the Public Engineer and
must be accompanied by cash or By
check payable 10 the order OF the
Mayor Of the City Of Ottawa in his
official capacity certified By q re.
sponsible bank for an amount of not
less than ten per cent U0fo) of the
aggregate of the proposal!
The contractor shall be paid in
bonds, bearing interest at the rate Of
five per cent (5fs) per amman
No bid will be received unless the
party offering it, shall furnish evil
dence that he has the necessary fa.
cilities ability and pccuniary re.
sources y .uldll the conditions OF The
contract and execute the work, should
the contract be awarded TO him.
Bidders will examine the ordi-
nances, maps, pats, plans. specihoa
tons ana also the locality in which
said work is TO be done and judge
for themselves all OF The cordl MS
and circumstances affecting ,he cost
and nature Of the work
The Council Of the City Of Ottawa
reserves the right to reject any and
all bids, as authorized by law
Dated OF Ottawa. Illinois, Ia End
day Of January. A. d. 1918
e. f. BRADFORD,
Mayor.
w " CURTIS,
city Clolk.
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1918-01-09

10 listen while within me nv heart
died with terror. Again came the rap.
ping; and then | heard the voice o.
Andre Brodeur:
''Dr. Bloss, Dr. Bloss,'
"What is it,"
With tremendous effort, for all
my vital forces seemed spent | laid
the body of Alexandra on the bed,
stood up and answered..
''Oh. you're there, are you?r An.
Dire exclaimed angrily. What is the
meaning of all this? Why have you
locked this door,"
Panic.stricken, | heard him trying
the latch. The moment. | knew. was
heavy with critical situations. Only
too well realized what might now be
in store for me. had lied to him col.
corning the most vital matter of his
life-Alexandra's condition. had
told him the patient was asleep, and
inferred that she was still in her
bandages, when really she he'd been
freed from them and was even then
vergng toward catastrophe.
mn .JE. ..<,\pI
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1918-01-09
CHAPTER XVI.
Terror,

To this summons | paid no heed.
Some little time passed--how much |
knew not--as | still remained there
on the bed, my arms about the poor
ruined body that but a few hours be
fore had been the most wondrously
perfect woman the world had ever
produced woman it had never
seen; woman that my eyes alone
had witnessed in her briet time OF tri
umph. so still held Alexandra to my
heart--our bright and splendid butter.
fly that had emerged from the dark
chrysalis only to flutter a few brief
moments gladly, hopefully, then to
go back to darkness and to silence
once again was overcome with grief
and with guilty thoughts that |. and
alone was responsible for this crush
ing tragedy Again | heard the per-
emptory knocking at the outer Gals.
son.door
Silence followed | raised my head