Evening Star Newspaper, February 15, 1898, Page 4

4 THE EVE WASH TUESDAY NING STAR. a INGTON. February 15, 1898. CcRospy s. THE EVENING STAR has a regular of the other Washington Advertising Medium it has no eempetitor. o7In order to avoid delays, on ac- count of personal absence, letters to THE STAR should not be addressed y indAvid connected with the imply to THE STAR, or to al or Business Depart- cording to tenor or purpose. A Telephone Investigation. ‘The House acted commendably yesterday when ‘t provided for a thorough investiga- tion of the local telephone problem. The addition to the resolution for an inquiry into gas matters is at least as important as the original resoiuticn itself. Represen- tative Dockery sounded the note of sugges- tion when he said that the House wanted to be well fortified witn facts and figures In regard to telephones in order to meet the action of the Senate on the amendment to the District appropriation bill lowering the rates, in case that action should be un- favorable to the reform, as the records of the past all foreshadow. The manner in which the House adopted this resolution, as thus amended, indicates that the represen- tatives are thoroughly aroused upon the subject. Indeed the debate showed that it is the intention of the House that the in- quiry be begun at once and concluded with- out delay. The telephone investigation, ac- cording to the brief speeches delivered, 1s to take precedence for the present over that pertaining to the gas suppiy. ‘There is no limitation as to the scope of this inquiry into the "phone service. The committee is to have power to “send for persons and papers” and “determine what cught to be fair and sufficient rates for furnishing telephone service in the Dis- trict of Columbia, and what ovght to be fair and reasonable use of telephones by the This means the entire controversy, as r rentals and the “regulations” of the com- pany. With such powers and such a range @ well-chosen committee ought with rea- eonable industry to be able to present a complete summary of the telephone situa- tion within a very few weeks, before the House is called upon to act on the confer- ence report ou the District appropriation bill. The present question of greatest in- terest to the citizens is as to the personnel of the investigating committee. This body is to consist of five members of the House, not necessarily members of the District committee, to be appointed by the Speaker. It should not be difficult for Mr. Reed to find five men, three members from the ma- jority and two from the minority if political Ines are to be observed in the matter, who can be relied upen to attack this subject in all feirness and to report conclusions just to both the citizens and the telephone company. It all depends upon the make-up of the committee. however, whether this inquiry will be a water-haul or will produce good and lasting results. The citizens will lend the members every aid in their power to enable them to reach the truth. With the “power to send for persons and papers” it ought to be possible to extract some in- formation from the company as to the Profits of the business. ——~+e—____. The House Resolution. A notable feature of the action of the House yesterday with respect to Cuba was the fact that it represented the unanimous Sentiment of that body. The resolution had been brought in by the unanimous vote of the Foreign Affairs Committee, and it wes {crthwith adopted without a dissenting voice in an unusually full House. The country this, through the House, presents @ solid frent to Spain in the matter of American interest in an early settlement of the Cubin question, and Senor de Lome’s slurs about jingoism and the “rabble” are Well disposed of. If interest in Cuba is an evidence of jingsism and the “rabble,” then the whole American people may be arraigned ‘The information sought through the res- olution of the House ts already before the country. It may serve a purpose to have it formally certified to. The condition of the reconcentrados is as unhappy as it is in human power to conceive. The appall- ing story Is not invention bu: its absolute truth stands attested by eye-witnesses of the highest credibility. Spain, indeed, con- fesses ic the unusual situation by opening her customs doors free to outside contribu- tions for the succor of the people of the island. Rellef measures under American auspices are on foot in several of the leading provinces. Cuba, outside of the cities and towns, is a waste. Giving the people liberty to return to their former homes is simply te condemn them to new hardships. There remains netther shelter nor sustenance for them where once they were comfortable. As for the “progress’ of autonomy, no such thing is possible in the cireumstances. Au- fonomy stands rejected by Spaniards and Cubans alike. It is at most a mere proc- lamation—a thirg on paper. Even if it were altog-ther genuine its practical value could not be determined in Cuba at this time. The conditions essential to proving it are peace and acceptance for trial by the people. But there is war in Cuba, and the people reject autonomy. Whether the first election under the scheme takes place next week, next month, or whensvever, matters nothing. It will be a farce. The Folls will be in the hands of one party, and that party. backed by bayonets, will write the result. Senor de Lome knows all about autonomy, and he confe: s hicpe in Cuba is not founded on autonomy, but in some striking achievement in the field. As he appraises the situation, one thorot gh drubbing administered to the in- surgents were worth all the promises of home rvle anywhere held out. @ case ts one of extreme gravity for this country. The insult of Senor de Lome has added nothing to our obligations in the premises. Before he unbosomed himself to his friend, Senor Canalejas, we stood committed to interference in a certain con- Ungency. The sole question now relates to whether or not that contingency has fi ‘The situation in Cuba could not be @risen. worse short of riot in the cities held by Spain. The United States alone can com- Mand peace for Cuba. Shall the word be Spoken? The American people will sustain it if spoken. +42 A disavowal of the sentiments in the de Lome letter should not be any more diffi- cult for Spain than the avowal concerning autonomy some time ago. ——__~+«+ Tramp Writing. The police authorities of Kansas City are greatly puzzled over a mysterious bit of chirography that has just fallen into their hands, intended for a man now in jail awaiting trial for murder. This document is supposed to bs from an accomplice of the prisoner, now in hiding. The letter is e@ddressed and signed in English, but the text fs in hieroglyphics such as tramps use in thelr communications to each other on freight cars, barn doors, fences, and othsr e#uch materials for conveying information. The characters are of the most elementary Geseription, somewhat resembling the sym- boils the North American Indians us:d in connection with their picture-writings. ke problem of the Kansas City police now is to decipher the missive, which may bear upon the crime in an important manner. The local newsp2p2rs have published fac similes of the document and rewards are offered for its translatien. Inasmuch as this sign language is known only to the tramps and their kindred, it is not to be questioned that some sort of explanation of the myst:ry may soon bz forthcoming, under the stimulus of an offer of payment, but it is doubted whether much credence eculd be given to any solution offered from such a source. The “hoboes” are notor- jously loyal in all r2lations among them- selves, and any testimony as to the nature of the letter would be more than likely to be unreliable. The subject of tramp writing deserves study by som? such expert as M. Bertillon of Paris, world-famous for the develop- ment of a system of measurements where- with criminals are identified. It seems, from a recent publication, that he has added to his form2r Knowledge of criminal mat- ters an acquaintance with the handwriting of tke classes most commonly found in prison, and his researches have led to some interesting and suggestive results. It is, of course, doubtful whether M. Bsrtillon could readily master the intricacies of the American tramp vernacular in addition to ecdifying the word symbols in use on th> highways of this country. But his studies sugg2st that there is in this line a field for the investigations of s¢me enterprising American investigator. If it should become apparent through the disclosures in the Kansas City case that tramp writing is in ccmmon use among this fraternity, it would seem to be th> part of wisdom for the po- lice authorities of the country to combine in an effort to reduce the symbols to a sys- t2m. Some person with the genius of a Poe for deciphering cryptograms could probably achieve this result if he could collect suffi- cient genuine material to work upon. ——++2e—____ Seeretary Gage in Demand. The demand frcm different parts of the country for Secretary Gage as a speaker contradicts the assertion now and then heard that no popular interest attaches to the question of currency reform. Mr. Gage is not an orator, nor even a trained political campaigner. He stands conspicu- ously at this time for but one public ques- tion, and that he presents in a plain and straightforward business way. But he is evidently interesting his audiences, as is evidenced by the attention he is attract- ing, and by the way in which his invita- tions are multiplying. His sole topic 1s currency reform, and he handles it from his standpoint clearly and courageously. It is to be hoped that Mr. Gage will neg- lect no opportunity to visit those who may desire to hear him on this subject. It is a subject of the highest importance, to which the country is just awakening. Partaking of both a political and a business nature, it calls for investigation on both of those lines. Mr. Gage probably treats it from the standpoint of a banker exclusively, but that is calculated to throw a great deal of light on it. The political side is certain not to be neglected, for as soon as the Congress campaigns open the politicians far and near will begin to present their views Whether this Congress gives it more than @ glance or not, currency reform is on the cards for action sooner or later, and full and fair discussion of the subject in Con- gress or out will have its value. The Ding- ley bill is beginning to justify itself. Busi- ness is good, taking the country by and large. The agitation of the silver question continues, but it is to be again warmly combated. Those who oppose free coinage at 16 to 1 agree that another victory for sound money will, if achieved, impose on the triumphant party the necessity of do- ing something for the currency, for then the currency will be the only question of the first consequence pressing for settle- ment. At the present time there are many dif- ferent views about what should be done, and some of them are urged with much vehemence and ability. Discussion, there- fore, will have the effect of pointing the way to the one measure which in the end must be evolved. In no other way can the necessary union of forces be effected. if those who differ with Mr. Gage as to method while agreeing with him as to thé necessity of some action will but come out as frankly tn explaration and support of their propositions as he does the country will benefit. ——_++-_.. A “Hello” Mass Meeting. It is proposed by some of the telephone subscribers of the city that a general mass meeting of all such subscribers be called to voice their protest against the continuance of the present high rates for 'phone service and the embarrassing restrictions just now placed by the company upon ihe service. While this is an entirely commendable project attendance at such a meeting should not be limited to those who are now subscribers to the telephone service. To be sure only such persons are entitled to be heard regarding the restricting “regula- tions” of the compeny, but the prime ques- tion of the Lime is az to rates and on this point the now ‘phone-lesa citizeus are en- titled to be heard. They are without tele- phonic connections at present, presumably because the rates are too high. They have a standing in the case, however, because they would become subscribers in iarge numbers if the tariff were reduced. The voice of the District people will sound louder and carry farther if it includes the contributions of every class. ———_++e____ It has been declared that Senor de Lome will not sell his furniture because he does not wish to have the “Washington rabble’ going through his house. It is also stated in the same connection that he will send his effects elsewhere because he thinks they will bring better prices. There is method in the senor’s exclusiveness. ——-_~+e-. The man who wrote a book advocating suicide and then took his own life had the courage of his convictions. But it is diffi- cult to see how he derived any satisfaction from an experiment which placed him where he could not convince his opponents of their error even if he demonstrated it to his own satisfaction. ——_+e. There is some apprehension that young Mr. Leiter's legerdemain with the bread supply will not be as comparatively harm- Jess and amusing as young Mr. Vander- bilt’s cake walk. —___+ = —___ The traditions recalled by Washington's birthday are respectfully submitted to the Spanisn gentiemen who promulgated prom- ises of autonomy. ——+>0e—___. The Rescue From the Veendam. Though accomplished speedily, without excitement and with perfect success, the transfer of the passengers from the sink- ing ship Veendam to the steamer St. Louis, of which news was received Saturday, was one of the most remarkable achievements in the history of seamanship. Two hun- dred and more people were taken in mid- ocean frem one vessel to another without a mishap. The difficulty of this deed is to be further appreciated in view of the dan- ger that the Veendam, which was hope- lessly disabled, might sink at any mo- ment. The awkward angle of her decks, the high sea then running and the danger lest panic might overcome the people all contributed to the embarrassment of the officers of the sinking ship. They appear from the reports to have discharged their difficult duty with perfect success and they are entitled to the congratulations and thanks of the people of both sides of the Atlantic. There have been so many lfe- destroying disasters at sea during the past THE EVENING STAR, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1898-14 PAGES. few years that such an achievement aa this, extricating many scores of people from the gravest peril, is to be admired and praised without stint. It was, of course, by the greatest of good fortune that the St. Louis hove in sight at just the time it did, when hope was abandoned and the ship could not possibly be kept afloat much longer. Had the relief not been at hand it is distressing to tmagine the plight of the people on the Veendam. They might have escaped from the vessel in the boats, tut with short rations, huddled closely to- gether in over-crowded boats and lacking the least of comforts, there is no foretell- ing what fate might have overcome them. —____«# +-«_—_-__ Mr. Yerkes and Mr. Kohlsaat evidently believe that, while the pen may be mightier than the sword, there are times when it is justifiable to abandon both and take an ax. ——__+ + —____ ’ It rests with this country to say whether Hawaii shall in years to come be a safe- guard or a menace to the Pacific coast. te If M. Zola ever has time he can write an interesting novel with himself as the hero. —_~ + >+___. SHOOTING STARS. Safety. “What in the world made you select such a heavy, uninteresting topic for your essay?” said one college girl. “It surely can’t be very congenial.” - “No,” was the answer. “It isn’t con- genial. But it is serviceable. If 1 don’t write about something interesting people won't take the trouble to understand my paper, and if they don’t understand it they won't try to criticise it.” Comparative Cost. Mourn not because that valentine Appeared to you a bit offensive. Rude products ever have been cheap; The polished tribute is expensive. A Practical Mind. “You see,” said the Spanish official who was disposed to be cautious, “we are a proud, hot-headed race; impatient when we are hindered and swift in our resent- ment. “That's very true,” replied the other. “So, all things considered, I think it might be a good idea to have the public printer get us up some blank forms of apology, so that they can be filled out with the least possible delay when anything of the kind is needed.” The boy's father was justified in adopt- ing a tone of serious reproof. “You ought to be ashamed,” he was saying, “‘to allow your idle vanity to carry you away in this manner. Here I find your name scrawled in lead pencil on the wall paper and scratched with a pin on the wood work. What satisfaction can that be to you “I can't tell,” was the penitent answer. “I thought maybe you might understand it without asking me.” “What, do you mean?” “Mother says that you went into politics and neglected your business and spent thousands of dollars, and that all you got out of it was the satisfaction of sce- ing your name in print a few times.” A Legislative Inquiry. Does he seek the silent study And as deepening shadows sink *Round the fireplace once so ruddy, Sit and think and think and think? Does he turn to volumes massive And their stored-up wisdom note With judicious mind and passive And with care proceed to vote? OR, Does he take an observation And perceive with practiced eye How things may affect his station When election day draws nigh? Does he vote before he'll bandy Reasons for what he's about; ‘Then, if good ones are not handy, Do the best he can without? —~e+2—_ Civilizing Influence of Bicycles. From the New Orleans Times-Democrat. France has just completed a bicycle cen- sus, which shows 329,813 bicycles in use in that country, an increase of 73,734 over the previous year. It is abie to make such a census, as the bicycles are taxed and regis- tered. ‘The total is large, but less than was expected, when we consider how much one hears of cycling in that country. There 4s only one bicycle for every 120 people; but, of course, the bicycles are unevenly divided, and Paris boasts probably of 100,000 of chem. In this new field, the manufacture of bi- cycles, the United States has easily ied, and controls a considerable proportion of the world’s bicycle trade. The American bicycle is to be found everywhere. Hono- lulu boasts of 1,500—all of American make —a very large number, considering how small a town it i: With bicycles-x0 good roads, and in this respect they are the advance agents of civilization and progress. Take the case of Central America and Nicaragua, for in- stance. The Nicaragitana some time ago took quite a fancy to the wheel, and a large number of Ameriezn makes were shipped there. There are no roads worth calling by that name in the southern repuolic, and the natives were confined to bicycling on a few of the streets of San Juan del Sur and the beach, but they liked the exercise so much that they are demanding better roads to use their wheels on, and are likely to get them. If the so-called “craze” keeps up it will give us good roads throughout the world. There is even reason to hope that it will stir up public sentiment in Louisiana in time and give us something better than the almost impassable high ways we have here for the greater part of the winter. _ TS Oo A National Quarantine Law. From the Medical Record. There is just now not so much a necessity for educating the public in sanitary mat- ters as for perfecting suitable police regu- lations for threatening epidemics. Thus it would naturally appear to be reasonable to elaborate, strenghten and amplify what we may already have in thet line, rather than to alm at some new, untried and obviously unwarrantable measures. From such a point of view the bill of Senator Caffery, “granting additional quarantine powers and imposing additional duties upon the Marine Hospital service,” deserves the support of every one who may hope for a logical set- tlement of the great question at issue. This bill has for its purpose such a development of the Marine Hospital plant as will make it possible for the general government effi- ciently to control all maritime and inland quarantine, and is framed on the practical basis of aiding and advising the local au- thorities and not interfering with them, un- less in cases of emergency or when large districts of country are affected and when @ general impartial and uniform system of Protection is demanded. —>+o____ ‘Twenty-One to Three. From the Chicago Post. On the first trial the jury in the case of Luetgert stood nine for conviction to three for acquittal, although in one ballot the number for conviction rose to ten. The jury on his second trial brought in a unani- mous verdict of guilty. It also stood 11 to 1 for the death penalty, finally compromis- ing on imprisonment for life. Out of twen- ty-four men chosen with infinite pains who beard all of the evidence, twenty-one have been convinced beyond a reasonable doubt of Luetgert’s guilt, on3 was in doubt and two would have acquitted him. The final verdict {s a grateful relief to the community and the character of the penalty saves to all those who cherish any @oubt as to Mrs. Luetgert’s having b2en murdered at all, any anticipation of vn- availing remorse should she reappear. ——--s—____ Our Dangerous Lumber. From the Savannah News. It ‘s said that Germany, through her rail- roads, is discriminating against American lumber, charging higher freight rates upon it than upon similar woods which are re- cetved in that country from Sweden, Nor- way and other countries. Will Germany contend thet our lumber is buggy, and that Lenk y afraid the bugs will eat the steel Beveridge’s, 1215 F St. Reductions in Cut Glass. A few rare bargains that those of our’ patrons who have a’neéd for rich cut glass can’t afford to miss. Ice Cream Saucers—were $25 doz.. $18 $9 $0 Tce Cream Tray—was $13.50...... Rich Cut Dish—was $14........ se Tin, Square*Plates—were $3.60... $2.50 Water Bottle...... et eer Sd $9 $7 $5 Several patterns in WINE and CLARET GLASSES at $ regular prices. Rich Cut Glass Vase—was $18..., S10 American Cut Glass Table Salts.. 50C. Sterling Silver Salt Spoons...... 25C. (For Table Salts.) Very best quality THIN BLOWN TUMBLERS— regular price, 50c. doz.—only 3c. each, : Our Bargain Tables. We call special attention to our tables of Y¥pric2 goods—including the rich as well as the inexpensive. Values can readily be determined by Pe ts ss th th SoS an_fnspection. - . Our 25c., 50c., Te. and $1 Bargain ‘fables are being replenished daily % by the addition of most desirable ar- = & ticles. é Bs 4 3 M. id & :w. Beveridge, ¢ POTTERY, PORCELAIN, GLASS, Ete. $ z 1215 F St. & 1214G St. 53 Se T. C. Dulin—W. H. Martin—Managers. 1t é r 38c. Coffee —— Is just such Coffee as you'd expect to find in a store like ours, where everything is finest. It is Coffee that 'we never hesitate to recom- mend to the most exactinj seur. It's a Wend of old Java and Mocha— of exquisite flavor and aroma. 38c. i lite —-— enough to ask for a pound of such delicious Coffee. Mail and telephone orders filled — promptly. W. B. Hoover, 1417 N. Y. Ave. fe15-t,th,s-14 ¥ot “Chocolate, 6c. cup. “S. & S.” CORN ce of our! standard preparations that we have sold’ for years with the utmost satisfaction to our patrons. It is a sover- eign remedy for coras—removing both hard and soft corns without the least pain. Onl; Booth’s Hyomel Inhalers (complete), 85c. Barnard’s Complexion Cream, 18c. * STEVENS’ Pharmacy, Cor. 9th & Pa. Ave. te15-284 ANNUAL DONATION DAY The Nat. bincia® and Emergancy Hospital. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16. CONTRIBUTIONS OF MONEY, PROVISIONS AND OTHER SUPPLIES fel2-3t SOLICITED. ( Portieres Drop to $2.85. Portieres when draped effectively and ar- tistically beuutify and “‘finish-off” a room considerably. Here's a chance to buy such “beauty” cheap. 2 to 6 pairs of each pat- tern in new spring styles of regular $4.50 11 colorings, Derby Portferes, 0 to first ee at Such a bargain js rarely the Houghton ~. te15-200 1214 F St. eee Bu rbank Potatoes, NANTICOKE TOMATOES—fresb, ods 12 cans for Ose. | Imported PEAS and (USHROOMS—extra fine—to go at the sj 1 price of 2 cans for 25c. GAL. FRUITS— kinds—19¢e. can—3 cans for S0c. ‘Cream Wheat,”’ 16c. pkg. *‘Wheatena,” 23c. pkg. 7 Private Stock” Whisky, 75c. quart. Jas. D. Donnelly, 14th & I. *Phene 934. Orders filled promptly. fe15-t,th,s-20 DOOOOO OD > 5 CASE OF 24 BOTTLES—ONLY $1. QQ Baste choice al eeor eee KK Ok KK KKK * KKK **** Ts our dark beer * *** —that has abso- **** lute purity and **** delicious flavor **** to recommend * * * * **** it, “A great fav- **** * * ** ofiteeverywhere. * * * * Well ‘deliver 24 bottles * in unlettered wagons for Write or tele- $ eater Q 4th & F Sts,.N.E. ’Phone 2154. fe15-t,th, ow SOoOooo + D> Wednesday’s Candy Bar- gain. 10c. Box. to take ad- lave you ever Chocolate Mints, Cream Mints, Chocolate Wi , Gream Wintergraeas, Will you be one mai fthis inducement ? Tried Gill's make? tried ° 921 F St. and Gill’s, 1333 os Ave. Not how cheap, but how good. de15-8t Messrs. Curtice Brothers’ Company are_ exhibiting their delicious Soups at my store and all are invited to test them. —~ N. W. Burchell, 1325 F St. ' ‘ Woodward 1oth, 11th and *«4 Lothrop F Sts. N. W. Business hours from now on are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m Reception in Infants’ Parlors, Begun Monday, Continued Today and Wednesday. Hundreds of the prettiest little garments have been gathered. Out- fits from birth to four years of age. Styles for every day or show-off time. Quaint, picturesque toilettes—odd shapes in Frocks, Coats, High- class Novelties, Cute Little Party Dresses for the two to four-year-old- sters, exclusive one-of-a-kind styles for babies that only such things are good enough for, practical, low-priced things and numerous other pretty and dainty accessories to the baby’s wardrobe. An exhibit of the choic- est and most elegant collection of Paris, London and Vienna “Wee Folks” needables ever shown in Washington. You'll enjoy the sight. Second floor. Another Special Sale of Housefurnishing Goods. We have brought together a number of special items for this week's selling, and invite the attention of housekeepers generally to the standard makes of Housefurnishings, China, Glass, Lamps, etc., which are now offered at special sale prices. We quote in part the following: Fruit Pressers. Another lot of the Gennine Henis Fruit and Potato Mashers at the very low price of 19c. Each. Japanned Trays. Large size (22-inch) Deccrated Japanned Trays in two shapes, 19c. Each. Seamless Saucepans. Heavy 4-quart Seamless Retinned Saucepans, complete with cover, 23c. Each. Towel Arms. Also another gress of those, strong Kitchen Towel Arms, with patent fastener and with 8 long arms, which can be opened when ready to use and be dropped down when not needed, 10c. Each. Formerly 25c. each. Thin China Cups and Saucers. ‘One case of new thin Japanese Cups and Saucers, in choice decorations and best ovide shape, at 15c. Each. Toilet Sets. » one lot of choice White Toilet Sets. in new tase “and full S2piece combination, including large covered jar with side handles, only $2.95 Per Set. 100 others styles, $1.50 to $15.00. Fifth floo:. Japanned Coal Hods. Heavy Black Japanned Coal Hoda, in the fall 17-inch size, complete with Jong-handled Bleck Japanned Shovels, 24c. Complete. 15-inch size only 19c. a set. Ash Cans. Large Galvanized Ash Cans (almost as large as a barrel). complete with best galvanized iron Ash or Coal Sifter, $1.85 Complete. “If they’re Rich’s shoes they’re proper.” Ten-two F. The new spring styles are beginning to show themselves now—every day sees new ar- rivals to the list. We have striven to eclipse every pre- vious season's showing—and we think you'll agree that we've surely succeeded. We'll be glad to have you come in and see these advance styles of the correct spring footwear—just to get an ink- ling of what's going to be proper. The fame of Rich's footwear seems to grow each day—from every part of the United States come orders for our shoes from people who are not con- tent with any other sort. And in striking contrast to the usual dullness at other stores witness how busy we are— note the constant stream of buyers passing in and out our doors. Merely straws show- ing which way the wind blows. Those who are likely to need footwear during the next few months to come should take advantage of the reduced prices we've put on some of our fine footwear. $2.98 now buys the choice of any of the men’s shoes, which sold at $3.50, $4.00 and $4.50. Fine patent calf, willow calf and black calf. $2.48 now buys the choice of any of the ladies’ shoes which sold at $3.50, $4.00 and $4.50. Deerskin, box calf, enamel, wine and kid. OLR aE eee 3550OEa_o3u“u5450“un”asrs 00 12woE®EO@DOOOOO—"*"' | | B. Rich’s Sons, “High-art footwear for the elite,” Ten-two F Street. aE nS DAL Rr orm —~ Kitchen Sets. Also one case of bright-finish Kitchen Sets, consisting of oue extra quality Turner, one Mixing Spoon and one Heavy Meat Fork; all nicely finished with light wooden handles and with ring io end of handle for hanging. 19c. Complete Set. Feather Dusters. One case of Ostrich Feather Dusters, including those with 6-foot handles, complete, for dusting cellings, pictures, ete., 10c. Each. Kitchen Knives. One lot of fine quality Kitchen Knives, with strong riveted handles and 5-inch blades, 25c. Each. Japanned Canisters. Qne lot of German Japanned Canisters, in fancy decorations and assorted colorings, 10c. Each. Special Items in Men’s Department. ; Our last lot for the “Wamsutta Twill” | tpn ‘Stent sires, Night Shirts, | Rima™be_astregie fullness of size and cor- SOc. © Bie tom to's. 40 dozen of them—a 62}$c. Unlaundered Sees . grade of rts. we Dress Shirts, ETE A aye 50c. tinue. Sizes 14 to 19. A lot of Self-figured White Silk Puff Scarfs, elther for men’s or women’s wear — an ex- cellent value. Figured White Silk Puffs, 25c. * Band Bows and Club Ties, 25c. First floor. New designs in un- commonly good quall- ties of Band Bows and Club Ties, in figured satins, basket weave silks, striped silks, etc. Special Value in Women’s Umbrellas. An extra fine Silk Gloria, mounted on a metal rod, giving a close roll- ing effect, with a large assortment of handles, such as Madagascar, Congo Weichsel, Frieze, Dresden and Mourning, all shapes and styles. A very pretty, light and durable Um- brella. $1.00 Each. First floor. Women’s New Wrappers. We have just placed on sale the new spring styles in Wrappers and Tea Gowns, and call attention to some exceptionally good values, in connection with which we offer the balance of our Cotton Eiderdown Wrappers at reduced prices to close. Superior High-class Print Wrappers, in the new spring patterns; extra well made and finished; light and dark colors. Sizes 32 to 44. $1.00 each. Fine Black and White Print Wrappers, fast col- ors, new braide: yokes, ample skirt, new spring patterns. Exceptional value. $1.25 each. Fine Figured Percale and’ Lasrn Wrappers, new ruffled front style, in » large variety of new spring patterns. $1.50 each. Upholstery Department. Lace Curtains, Tapestry and Chenille Portieres in excellent as- sortment. Nooks and corners filled with fabrics and made-up things for cozy corners and dens; rare bits of stuffs for covering cushions and pil- lows; novelties and unique effects in Draperies, Hangings, etc. We announce the arrival of our 1898 Furniture Slip Linens, from which we are ready to take orders for Slip Covers. 500 Pillow Sham Holders, simplest and best im the market, 40c. each. 1,000 Brass Adjustable Sash Rods, Brackets and Sockets, complete, 15c. a set. 5,000 yards Knotted Rug Fringe, double head, all colors, I2c. a yard. 150 yards 50-inch Oriental Striped Tapestries, suitable for pillows, curiains, couch covers, dens, ete, 6oc. a yard. 25 pairs Oriental Tapestry Curtains, heavy fringe top and bottom, choice effects, $4.50 a pair. Were $6.00. Dae! fine Fancy Silk Pillows, filled with down, $1.50. Were $2.25. . 500 yards 50-inch Tapestry, for furniture cover- ings, good colorings, 37$c. a yard. spring rollers, ready to bang, 25c. each. We carry a full line of colors in the best Hand-made Opaques and Scotch Hollands, also Laces and Fringes. : Estimates on Window Shades and Slip Covers furnished free. Second floor. Special Opportunity For Buyers of Fiction. A fortunate purcahse of the past week has given us the choicest line of Good Fiction at lowest prices ever sold. Ninety titles—handsomely bound in cloth—12 mo., 200 to 400, pages in volume, gilt tops and clear type. Publishers’ price, 50c.a vol. Our special price, 20c.'a vol. A few of the titles: Wm. Black, | dose ii il | From the German. —— | - Rosa N. Carey.” We move anything movable. We Can Help You To Cut Down That Storage Bill. —— , We are satisfied Sith Just about 4 URS i hav her first-class storage warehouse. 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