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Evening star., 1918-02-13
Street "Cleaning."

The District did bit of street "clean-
ing" this morning on Pennsylvania ave-
nue.. 1t was not particularly effective
bit, however. A squad of white wings
ran their scrapers over the pavement in
front of the Post Office Department,
where the dirt had accumulated during
several weeks of inevitable inattention,
and drove the muck into piles in the
middle of the driveway. There it lay
for several hours, subject to the spread
ing influences of the traffic, which soon
distributed it again over the surface.
In conditions like the present the
most effective street cleaning is done by
the flushing machines and the "sque-
gees" or revolving rubber brushes, aided
by water streams. By these means the
filth is sent into the cutters and thence
in a liquid form, into the sewers. The
streets of this city have been in con.
dition for at least two days for atten-
tion of this sort, and neglect of them
cannot fail to be injurious to health as
well as to cause vast deal Of discom.
fort.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Local Food Prices.

Food administration figures indicate
that Washington prices are as near nor
NAL as it is possible in these times to be.
In general they are close to the average
Of the country IN most commodities,
higher in some and lower in others. In
some respects, however, there is dis-
ference that remains to be explained.
Why, for instance, should pork chops
here cost 4l'3 cents pound as against
346 cents throughout the United States
and $50 in Maryland2 Why should ham
cost 45 cents pound, as against 42.1
cents throughout the country and 40.5
cents in Maryland, or round steak cost
36.7 here, as against 297 in the United
States and 31.2 cents in Maryland; or
lard 36.7 cents here, as against 33.2 in
the United States and 33.5 cents in Mary
land or butter GLIB here, while only 55.3
cents in the United States and 5S.S in
Maryland7 These questions are peril
nent. There is no plain answer. Price
differences between separated localities
are easily understood. Many considera-
tions enter into the price equation, dis
tance from supply, difficulties of dis
tribution and the like. But between
Maryland and Washington there is no
such difference as to justify higher rates
here in staple commodities than prevail
in that state, considering that in the
main their sources of supply are iden-
teal The food administration, local or
federal, might proftably seek the cause
of these discrepancies with a view to
remedying them and giving Washing
ton the benefit of the lowest prices pos
sible.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
The Spirit on Capitol Hill.

Every day now adds to the interest
det in the proceedings of Congress.
Measures are on the calendar, or on the
way there, covering some of the most
important Of the new problems pro-
duced by the war. The people are e1-
pecting action. A good deal depends on
what action is taken. The country will
be Judged by it abroad. The legislators
will be judged by It at home. A con-
gressional election is only ten months
away. Nominations for the Senate and
for the House will soon be in order.
The opening Of campaigns will shortly
follow; and, when opened, those cam
paigns Will be hummers.
Let US all rejoice in this. It is Of good
Augury. Congress has been under fire
for some years. While much Of the CEN
bure has been unwarranted, the bulk and
sven the reckless character Of it have
made an impression. The great ma.
5ority Of people have been brought to
believs that Congress has lost its in.
1idnslitK that for pus xsa,oa-ee-an
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Moving Toward Suffrage.

Both of the national committees hav-
ing declared in favor Of federal woman
suffrage the two parties stand aligned on
this issue on equal terms The other
day the executive committee Of the
democratic party voted five to two in
favor Of suffrage, while q poll Of the
full national committee showed twenty
eight for and fourteen against the An.
thony amendment and six unreported
The republican national committee II
st. Louis has just adopted a resolution
virtually to the same effect, commencing
the votes Of those republican member.
Of the House who favored the amend
ment. These declarations must have an
effect upon the Senate, which is soor
to vote on the proposed constitutions,
amendment Converts to the cause are
lbsins xsportsd from tina h E@A
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Some Displays of Good Feeling.

There are contentious in the country
produced by the war, hut very many
more, and some very striking, manifesto
tions of good feeling. Partisanship in
the larger matters has never been more
conspicuouslv absent Take a few Illus
trations
Theodore Roosevelt is as downright
and positive an individual as the coun-
try contains. As partisan in partisan
controversies he Is sworn by, or at, with
great vigor. He has been sharp critic
of the administration war activities
but not as a partisan. lie is warm
advocate of the war, and wants it prose
cuted with all energy. Stricken sud
denly with a painful ailment and hid
on his back, he at once became the OBJ
jeet of universal solicitude. His early
restoration to health and strength is the
universal wish, and has been expressed
in numberlesS messages. one from the
President. He viii emerge from the
hospital more popular than ever
The leader of the House minority is
one of the most capable and aggressive
politicians in Congress. In party mat
ters he is partisan of partisans But
since war was declared he has acted with
respect to war questions without regard
to party. Appearing in the House the
other day after an absence caused by 4
temporary indispositlon, Mr. Mann was
received by both sides in the most cor
dial manner. The manifestation was
unusually complimentary.
Champ Clark is in party matters an
other partisan of partisans But as
Speaker of the House he presides with
ont thought of party. and as a sturdy
American he enjoys the admiration of
all. His son left his post in the House
for a commission in the Army, and is
in training for service in France. The
patriotic women of Cleveland. Ohio, took
notice of the young mans act; and yes
terday flag conmem Grating it was pre-
sented to the Speaker in the open House,
all present rising and cheering. The
presentation was made by republican
member of the House, and this added
to the felicity Of the occasion.
As people. when we divide we divide
strongly. And. equally, when we unite
we unite strongly There is union now
upon the broad proDosition raised hv
the war. Both parties are responsible
for and pledged to hostilities. The
leaders Of both are active in efforts to
develop and coordinate all the resources
OF the country for war purposes. The
only contentious existing relate to
methods; and methods are in process of
improvement where faulty, and of being
strengthened where greater strength is
required. The general tone Of public
feeling is good.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
The Washington's Birthday Parade


An opportunity is afforded by the
proposed public celebration of Wash
ington's birthday next week for the peo-
pie of the capital to do honor to the
men who represent this District in the
National Army, now quartered at Camp
Meade, and for them to pay their tribute
particularly significant. This country is
at war and Washington's memory is q
potent influence now in the guidance of
the national councils. Arrangements for
the parade of the District men in this
city week from Friday can easily be
made if facilities are provided for their
transportation to Washington. If this
cannot be done by means of automobiles
or the Army trucks the cost of bringing
them here and returning them by rail
will not be so great as to be beyond the
possibility of public subscription,
which should readily be raised This
afternoon meeting is to be held be-
tween the Commissioners and representa-
tives of the civil organizations. There
is time enough to organize for this pa
rade, and every effort should be exerted
to bring it about and to make it a
success. All Washingtonians will doubt
less be proud to contribute to fund
for defraying the necessary expenses in
order that tie capital may thus ade-
quately commemorate an occasion which
in national meaning is second only to
Independence day.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

though not identified, for the campaign
ers for the women's cause are shrewd
enough to keep their captures" undis-
closed to prevent pressure from the
other side. It is known that the situa-
tion is very close, and the fact that NO
move is being made at present to bring
the resolution to q vote suggests that
its advocates are not quite sure of hav-
ing yet the necessary two-thirds. Suf-
frage, however, cannot be Indefinitely
postponed. 1t is bound to win eventual
ly, so why not now7
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Reliable Publication,

Oh, summertime's a-comin'-cause I read
it in book,
An somewhere there's a fshin' line an
somewhere there's a hook.
An somewhere there's a fish or two
a-swilnmin' round in state
An there amt no tax whatever on the
regular kind O. bait.
Oh, summertime's a-comin,. Though the
February chill
Lingers on through March and April
there is sunshine on the hill
Though in lots o. things that's printed
Of faith feed lack,
You can put your full dependence in
thA eped old almanac
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Abdul Hamid was a great advocate of
frightfulness, but his methods compared
to those of the Hun were old-fashioned
and conducted on limited scale.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Whale meat is likely to get into the
market ahead of the hippopotami that
were TO be introduced into Florida and
fattened en- water hyacinth.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

The present relations of Berlin and
the bolsheviki enable Trotzky to feel
safer about the large sums he had on
deposit i'll German banks.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

If the house of Hohenzollern is not
hideously haunted, the students of
psychic research may as well give up
hope of proving that there are ghosts.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

It is safe to predict that Carranza
and the kaiser will not think so well of
each other when they get better ac-
quainted.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Same Bows.

"Well," remarked Mrs. Corntossel as
she finished reading the letter, "if that
isn't just like JOSH"
"What do you meant" asked her hus-
band.
"The first thing he did when he got
to the trenches was to get his clothes
all muddyw
Evening star., 1918-02-13

'Paris by April" sounds like an effort
to cheer up some of the Germans who
think they have had about enough Of
trench life.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
The Psychology of 1t.

whats the use of profanity? You
don't really dislike the mule, you know!"
"Of course, not. AM the mule knows
it. But ordinary conversation amt goin'
to appeal to him. You got to act agi-
tated am make him feel that he's of
some importance"
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Censorship may limit the revelation
Of facts, but it has not cut down the
supply of reading matter.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

1t is feared that Count Won Hertling
is so callous as not to care what even
the most distinguished men may think
Of his ethical and moral delinquencies.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Carrying mail by aeroplane will rem
der the Post Office Department indie
pendent of the locomotive that gets
stuck in snow drift.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

In making separate peace Germany
did not 60 to the trouble of guarantee
ing Russia's debts.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Too Easy.

Although pessimist may prove
An irritation deep,
The optimist I do not love
Who loafs and goes to sleep.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Proceedings at st. Louis prove that
the G.. o. P. has adopted the "business
as usuap idea.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Having put an end to the war, the
rioting in Russia can 60 on without in
terruption.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Owing to long and severe winter all
fears that coal might be boarded proved
groundless.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
SHOOTING STARS.
By PHILANDER JOHNSON,
Credulity.

"What makes you think the prima
donna has confding nature7"
"She actually believes everything the
press agent says about her"
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Monday will soon resume its old rank
as the busiest day of the week.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Csc Cuff Buttons, 14c
Pair

Mems and Boys Link Cuff But
tons. gold plated; lever end style,
in many pleasing designs. Wear
guaranteed. First Floor, Jewelry
Dept.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
25c Cretonnes. l9c

Yard-wide Cretonnes. soft finish
grade, for covering comforts, and
draperies. In the best patterns and
various colorings. Fourth Floor.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Csc Pin Sets, 12c

Gold-filled Beauty Pin Sets, three
in set: fine Roman gold finish;
neat designs. First Floor.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
.SI.95 Couch Couers. SI.29

Heavyweight Linene Cloth WASH
able Couch Covers. so inches wide.
full length: seamless woven stripe
and border designs, in green. blue,
and brown. Plain or fringed
STYLES. Fourth Floor,
Evening star., 1918-02-13
$3.50 Crepe de Chine,
.S1.29

40-inch Box Loom Crepe de
Chine, heavy, rich, crepy-finish
grade, guaranteed not to slip.
In white, ivory, cream, pink, flesh,
black, etc First Floor.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
$l.75 Storm Serge, $1.39
19c Turkish Toruels, 15c

Bleached Turkish Towels. in
plain white with hemmed ends:
good absorbent grade. First Floor.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
SI.89 French Serge. $I.49

42-inch All-wool French Serge,
an extra fine India twill quality,
the most fashionable material for
dresses, skirts, etc. In all wanted
colors. including plenty OF navy
blue and black. First Floor.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
29c Pillo,vcases, 23c

45x36 Bl a ch d Pil1owcases,
large size; hand torn and ironed.
First Floor.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
SIS Brussels and VelUet
Rugs, $l3.75

7.6x9-ft. Brussels and Velvet
Rugs. all seamless; in floral. me-
dallion and conventional designs;
colorings to suit any room decor
ations. Excellent size for rooms
in apartments. Fourth Floor.
Evening star., 1918-02-13

Entered second-ciass mail matter at the pos
Office at Washington. ID. c.
Evening star., 1918-02-13
Waist Aprons, 29c

W UISI HP7O5101 SO
Percale Waist sAprons. neat
stripes and checks; made with
pocket. Third Floor.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

is responsible for this campaign
In inviting these organiza,
tions to give this new evidence OF
! their patriotic cooperation,
said the president, II wish it
distinctly understood that their
compliance with this request will
not in any sense imply the surren-
der on the part of any of them of
its distinctive character and aut-
onomy, because | fully recognize
the fact that each of them has its
own traditions, principles and re
lationships which it properly
prizes and which, if preserved
and strengthened, make possible
the largest service. -
Thus the American people,
without regard to race or relig-
ious opinion, are invited to join
hands in carrying on a common
service for the benefit of our
soldiers. The reason for such a
cooperative movement is thus
succinctly summed up by the pres
ident:
"This point of view is sustain
ed by the necessity, which the
war has forced upon us, of linn
iting our appeals for funds in
such a way that two or three
comprehensive campaigns shall
take the place of a series of in
dependent calls upon the gener-
osity Of the country
All the details OF the coming
campaign, including the division
of the fund among the various or
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

CARNATIONS, were worked out in
conferences of the leaders in the
several agencies.
In the editorial on the United
War Work campaign, the Texas
| Christian Advocate, says
"The soundness Of this post
ion, in our Judgment, can not be
controverted The organizations
named are undoubtedly rendering
common service, in that they
are fostering and nurturing the
morale Of our soldiers. And mo-
rale is the secret Of an army 3
power Patriotic Americans, IN
this death-struggle should un-
stintedly welcome any organiza-
ton which makes better fighting
men of our soldiers. The one
business Of American Just now
is to fight, to fight hard, to fight
to the death that the world may
be made decent place to live in.
All hail. therefore, to every or
gani2ation through whose min
istries Americans boys are made
better fighters. Such an organi-
zation is a friend and not a foe.
Moreover, the distribution
proposed is equitable. A census
of the various army cantonments
reveals that Protestants, Catho-
lies and Jews are about in the
proportion in which it is pro
posed funds shall be raised for
the several Protestant, Catholic
and Jewish organizations. And
we submit that men who are
for their country are en-
titled to moral and spiritual sup
port without distiction Of race, I
Or religious opinion. " TO with
hold such support is to betray |
them and is to dishonor them
selves.
In view Of the foregoing con
we say that there is
,nly one position which we can
AXE, namely, UNSTINTED, UN-
QUALIFIED SUPPORT Of the
policy which our great president
las outlined. "
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25
THE UNITED WAR WORK
CAMPAIGN

During the week of November
lilo campaign will be waged
throughout the United States for
the raising Of a common fund
for the support Of the recognized
agencies il war work. The total
amount to be raised is $170,0O0,-
600 and it will be distributed
among the various agencies as
follows:
Young Men s, Christian Associa-
ton, $100,000,000.
Young Women S Christian AS
sociation ,$l5,000,000.
National Catholic War Council,
$30,000,000.
(Including the work of the
knights Of Columbus and spec
ial war activities of women.)
Jewish Welfare Board, $780,
600.
American Library Association,
$3,500,O0O.
War Camp Community Ser
vice, $15,000,000.
Salvation Army, $3,500,000.
MI of the agencies mentioned
above are carrying OH work which
serves practically the same pur-
pose, the maintaince of the mo-
rale of the American fighting
forces, although each is covering
field which is peculiarly its own
and in which it has demonstrated
its efficiency. President Wilson
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25
REDEEM YOUR PLEDGE

That the nation as we'll as the
army must be trained for war
was, one Of the first principles
laid down by our president.
Start your training by practicing
economy and invest the savings in
War Savings Stamps.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25
+ + + + 4 r + + + + + +
EXPRESS PAcKAGETTES

3 + + + + + j. + = = 4 , 4. +
Oh, Wilhelm, why delay the game?
The time to Fly your kite has
came"
Your fate is hanging by a thread
Be careful lSst you lose your head.
You needn't waste any time wor-
rying over it-Foch and his fellow
workers are not going to fix any
soft place for the kaiser to light
Our information is that Gen.
"Flu's" forces are gradually being
driven back 1t is only a question
OF time till he must face uncondi-
tional surrender.
II Wilson throws out few more
hints, Wilhelm may at last get the
idea that the allies don't think very
well OF him
Col. Bill Dwyer, boss OF the Lib
erty bank, is just enough OF a prof
iteer to boost the price of War Saw
ings Stamps one cent every month.
The best way to beat his game is
to buy now.
-
the city dads would meet at once
and pass an ordinance prohibiting
"flu" germs from running at large
On the level, can you blame
man for being peeved if, after stand
ing in line for an hour or so and
finally getting to the bargain couu
ter, he fails to match the piece Of
goods his wife gave him?
ST Simp says he notices that the
weather always clears up after a
rain is over and the clouds drift
away.
Furthermore, the folks who have
been longing to sleep an hour later
won't need much urging to turn the
clock back Saturday night
Without approving OF his policy.
we'll have to confess that Ed Shee-
Gog has shown some courage in al
lowing his name to become identi-
fled with the anti-suffrage campaign.
We suggest that the local suffs tend
to his case.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25
FOOD NOTES

The United States Food Admins
tration appeals three times daily to
the individual responsibility OF 105,.
100000 intelligent people to continue
the greatest voluntary effort at food
control ever made by nation
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

We must send the allies and our
own forces overseas so per cent more
food this year than we sent them last
year TO do this we must eat no
more AZ home than is necessary for
health 8nd strength
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25
Want Ads for quick re-
suits is o. sure Winner.
BARGAINS IN UNREDEEMED
Diamonds

ALL SIZES AND STYLES
HOWARD, HAMILTON, ELGlN AND
WALTHAM BRACELET WATCHES
Highest cash prices paid for Dia-
monds. Remember Diamonds are
never second hand, but prices are, at
UNCLE SOILS
Next to corner Of End and Chckasha
Avenue.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

Let us put our shoulders to the
wheel and help Uncle Sam by saving
and conserving. Invest in War Saw
ings Stamps.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

Be proud to be food saver Be
content with a PATRIOTS PLENTY
and discontented with q SLACKER'S
SUPERFLUITY
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

The Food Administration does not
ask you to stop eating any particular
food; it asks you to use less of all
food.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

Surgeons agree that in cases Of
cuts, burns, bruises and wounds. the
FIRST TREATMENT is most impor-
tant. When an EFFICIENT anti
septic is applied promptly, there is
no danger of infection and the wound
begins to heal at once. For use on
man or beast, BOROzONE is the
IDEAL ANTISEPTIC and HEALING
AGENT. Buy it now and be ready
for an emergency. Sold by Wren
Drug Co. d&w
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

Every bit Of food unwisely bought,
wastefully cooked, or carelessly eat
en-. is that much taken from the al
lied table
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

and then rising to standing posi-
tion in perfect unison.
What are the. boys doing now p
she asked.
Why. those are the sitting up ex-
ercises," explained an obliging ser
geant.
"Humph, remarked auntie Looks
to me more like settin' down exer-
cises. Indianapolis Star.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

Loyal Americans are eating at a
common table with 120,O0O,000 allies.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25
= a STOLEN SMILE 'ER TWO
:,

Another War-Casualty.

Another War-casualty.
You don't seem to feel so enthu-
siastic as usual about speech-mak-
ing.
We'll" answered Senator Sor-
ghum times have changed and It
isn't so easy for a man in a silk hat
and frock coat to stand out before
a lot OF men in khaki uniforms or
overalls and assert that he is saving
the country all by himself. Wash
ington Star
A Little Of Both.
Aunt Nancy was visiting an army
camp and as she snnroached soUae
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

Express Want Ads bring results.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25
Best Workers Win.

Today it is the man who does the
most and best work who wins, wheth-
er he is a professional or business
man. The doctor with his horse and
buggy was better than walking, but
at that he often times arrived too
late. The successful doctor of today
has his automobile to arrive on time.
He prefers to arrive too soon rather
than too late.-Exchange
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1918-10-25

Oklahoma has not SOLD It's quota OF
w. S. S. Buy War Savings Stamps.