Evening Star Newspaper, December 9, 1898, Page 6

THE EVENING STAR WASHING FRIDAY. CROSBY 8. NOYES... THE EVENING STAR bas a regular and permanent Family cul much more than the combine: enlation of the otber Washington datises. As a News and Advertising Medium it has no competitor. [7 In order to avetd detays, on ac- count of persona! absence, letters to THE STAR should not be addressed to any indi connected with th office. but simply to THE STAR, or t tbe Editorial or Business Depart- ents. according to tenor or purpose. ‘The Cuban Ponds Again. It was p expected that in the wi up Paris a last installment of yarns would be paid out to the pul ‘The way of the peace commission has been liberally marked with them all along. Now it Ing and now another. ery »wer has in turn been represent- eve of taking Spain’ Whe. 2 scheme of checking mga has been threat- ions have been on the eve enty different times. And yet grossment and third reading” of a peace treaty have been ordered, and nstri t will then’ be put upon its passage. So runs the world away A last effort to produce a sensation and rig the stock market relates to the so- called Cuban bonds. They are largely heta in France, and the report in Paris is that after t @ treaty is signed the French government will hold the United States re- sponsible ment. Nothing could be mc side from the fact that t government eady has its r business, it could find for such a course. The refused to assv » that debt it it to be saddled upon Cuba Spain was powerless to enforce n to that effect, but beed 1 on was in itself preposterous. by renewing i would give it nor per: siveness. It has ‘ ely rejected. There will be no European suggestions of consequence to follow th tribunal unless th are invited by the United States. if opposition to the work of the n commissioners should take ag- © and influential form when the ty reaches the Senate, and most espe- cially if the treaty should be hung up or then the whole matter will be » again to discussion and to re- If we question the work our- weigner wiil privileg t to be ted. There is nat the United States will be sub- h humiliation. The treaty will wd and ratified, and those European in France and elsewhere, put up their cash to help Spain + unsubdu will have to look reimbursement. + = ——__ hey Are Again Divided. case of Prof. Norton again demands a word. The luded to it and pointed out rebuk be entitled same rs 2 for 1g and nator ha the professor's ling in a S about the coun Was 4a noteworthy ¢ ause it is seldom that a scho! i up in the study of art makes 4 great lawyer on the py al € government. t news is that the two men ariance. Prof. Norton has ground now and declared for expa r. what is the same thing, for he courageous acceptance by this govern- ment of th Sponsibilities incurred by the war. He eves. too, that we shall be able to turn form of his declara- ton is repo wz that “while abat- « jot his opposition to the war, he ion policy as inevitable, jeuce in our success + making some blun- a paying for them will be seen, leaves Senat He “pt t 3 to ace blic will date from of William McKinley nds between the two men summed up thus: Senator but is opposed Prof. Norton 1 denounced war, fruits of nd does no’ ove equal t The nd the more tarry wher He ought move up issue, of his friend. If Prof. mber of the Senate evidently the Senate the ) and now Spain resenis She should not be so par sources of the bless’ Ss giv- » days of their scarcity. see ‘The Senate tor the Canal. ste in the other ¢ erday er to side stor Morgan's motion to mak» the on a «ua canal 6ill the unfinished bus- Iness of the Senate, was sufficiently de- cisive to indicate a large majority in that body for the construction of the cana! un- der the co Kovernment. It is entir-ly proper that this measure should be Made practically the first business of the ig. for it was the uy advanced in the Pres s calling for immediate narily the motion to adjourn 1s hot necessarily a test of a question reasons for or against dis for Ay main » fact th did ad- vote ¢ motion showed that the Senate was willing to exp eren the canal bill in that manner. It Woutd be nishing if. after th» dem- enstrations of fact which. have followed each so rapidly during the pust few mor to prove the abs te nec this 1, either branch of should express any disinclina: to pro- coed n> task « ing its comple- tion as a government enterprise. ‘The press ef the country is practically a unit in favor of the immediate performance of this duty. A vigorous discussion is in progress at present concerning the compl:xity which has been caused by the grant of a new con- cession by Nicaragua tn anticipation of the expiration of the present concession a little less than a year henc>. The almost unan- tmous American sentiment as voiced in t Newspapers {s that nothing must be allowed to stand ir the way of a solution of the problem which will bring about the carly completior of the canal under governmen- tal control. The President in his messace referred to the forthcoming report of the canal commission headed by Admiral Walker, which {s to form the basis, doubt- less, of the government's policy in this re- gerd. He urged that the status quo be pre- THE EVENING STAR, FRIVA1,; DeCEMBER 9, served until this report had been submitted, and it is evident from the context of the message that he had previously urged the me condition upon the foreign govern- ments interested. He-mentioned the grant @ new concession in terms which suggest that does not regard the act of Nic: as altogethér proper in’ the pre S, and he urged definite action at this session. Thi ion, it is premised, will he based upon the Walker report. Meanwhile the Morgan bill will serve as an excellent medium for the expression of views upon the question and is subject to such amend- ments as the nature of the commission's re- port may require, in the interest of «cer- tainty of results. This bill recognizes the Maritime company, the present holder of the concession, amends the charter grants to it ten years ago and adjusts the bonds in h manner as to give the government ‘ue first Iten upon the canal and control of its operations in time of war. It was this bill that was before the Senate when it was ‘e- cided to postpone action until a commission should visit Nicaragua and examine the route to determine its feasibility. The President's message accompanying the ccmumisston’s report will probably outline a specific policy designed to secure for this government the exclusive control of the Waterway and it will greatly aid in clearing up the atmosphere, wnitcn at present 18 somewhat murky. The following facts, hewever, shine forth clearly: that the canai is a necessity from both commercial and military stand-points; that it must-be suo- ject at ail times to the control of he United States; that the isthman govern- meuts must not be permitted to jeopardize tmis control by any aoume deaung; there is a decided majority in ine sel tor the early decision of the questions in- volved. + e+ —_ Street Raiiway Franchises. Such rows as that which now agitates Chicago and promises serious aevelopments bring the attention of thinking cttizens closely to bear upon the proniem of how best to reguiate the use of the streets by the transporiation companies. There is un- questionaniy a more pronounced spirit of independence abroad during the past few years with reference to the public control of the streets. The people are coming to look upon the thorougntares more decidedly as part of the common domain, not to be sod, leased or surrendered to une sureet car companies without a more adequate meas- ure of return to the community than has heretofore been obtained. There are va- rious Ways in which the city can control and dispose of the use of the streets. It may sell the franchise outright, perpetually, to the highest bidder. It may, in addition, exact a yearly tax. It may grant, with or without initial compensation, a franchise for a fixed term of years. It may charge a percentage of the receipts, or a certain rate of tax per car-mile. Or it may own and operate the street railroads itself. This last-named method obtains in some Euro- pean cities, but has never been a popular proposition here. There now appears a new plan, which ts in the way of compromise between the ownership and maintenance of the reads by the city and the absolute sur- render of the streets to the corporation. It is proposed that the city shall construct the fixed plants, the tracks, conduits, power generators and necessary appliances for operating the lines, and shall then lease to the highest bidder the right to operate the system for a definite term, say, of five years. It is proposed that the amount of property owned by the operating corpora- tion should be reduced to a minimum in erder to encourage active bidding for the franchise at the expiration of the term. Naturally, the company in possession, wich a heavy Investment in rolling stock and fixtures, would have a certain advantage over a newcomer in the bidding, and the nearer the competition is made equal the more certain the city is to obtain @ proper compensation for the use of the plant. Should such a plan be adopted, it is argued. the city would receive good service, for the renewal of the lease could be properly made subject to a satisfactory performance by the operating corporation. This factor would increase the advantage of # short- term lease. Such a plan would obviate the objection which is raised by many against the system of municipal ownership and n.aintenance, that it would soon be dete- riorated by political influences. It would have the added advantage of preserving to the community for all time the title to the Streets, for at any time, at the end of a lease period, the city could, if it desired, remove the tracks along certain thorough- fares without interfering with vested rights or charter privileges. The people of “ago, who are now confronted with the specter of a fifty-year extension of all the franchises, might find relief if s a plan could be adopted in their city. = os Local Prosperit The condition of the national banks of the District, as shown by the official sta printed in today’s news columns, is gratifying. Although there is bank less today than a y ugo—owing to the changes occurring a few months ago which resulted in the abandonment of the Bank of the Republic—the total of individu- al deposits was $2,084,705.96 greater Decem- ber 1, 1898, than on the same date last year. In every other item of the banking busti- ness, too, save those of “capital stock” and “bills payable and rediscounts,” the sta ment shows an increase over 1897. The av erage reserve is also slightly higher, while the gold holdings are over half a million in excess of those of last year. These sta- tistles are reassuring to the local business interests, for they show not only that the banks are on a sound basis, but that the local conditions continue to indicate a sub- stantial prosperity. Any community of this size which can point to an increase of over two millions In indiviaual bank deposits in one year is entitled to be congratulated. soe The Sultan of Morocco has advanced no- tions about the prevention of crime.. He compels all prisoners to fee the policemen who arrest them. This plan might perhaps succeed in some more conventionally civil- ized countries. one Zola’s ill-fortune in receiving but one vote for the vacant chair in the French Acad- emy may perhaps be ascribed to the preja- dice which exists in most communities against bestowing honors upon non-resi- dents. ————_ + + = —____ The Prince of Wales kindly gives a long advance notice of his intended visit to America to permit his fashionable friends on this side to accumulate appropriately large wardrobes for that momentous event. ne The recent great change in the Anglo- Americun sentiment is well illustrated by the fact that Sir Edward Monson has found a new and more dignified name for the “shirt-sieeve diplomac; of the Americans. ee The first test of votes on the Nicaragua canal question in the Senate gave the oppo- ion 4 strong resemblance to certain small change. —— 8 A Warning About China, Interesting statements come from Shang- hai from Mr. John Barrett, former United States minister to Siam, as printed in the news columns today. Mr. Barrett declares that Manchuria fs today no longer Chinese but Russtan territory and that the port of New Chwang, the chief northern inlet: for the movement of. American products, is likely to be closed any day by Russia. He thinks the situation is grave and that im- mediate action by all the powers opposed to the closing of China by Russia is im- peratively demanded. Of course England and Japan are more vitally concerned in this situation than is the United States, but it 1 From the Lende the American interests are heavy and this country would look askance at any move- ment tending to still further close China to the trade and civilizing Influences of, the western world. The United States is par- ticularly concerned in view of its recent en- trance into the eastern arena and Mr. Bar- rett's words may sound a note of warning which it would be well to heed. wee If Spain objects to the present status of the Maine question there’is nothing to pre- vent her from conilueting an. impartial in- vestigation on her own account to find out who really did it. soe ‘The Washington post office is a pretty big proposition for an investigating committee to tackle in one short session. +0]! SHOOTING STARS. An Explanation. “Why does the count always put ‘U. E. A.’ in the address when he writes you @ letter?” “You see.” answered the heiress, “my father had an independent fortune left him when he was a boy. His first wife was im- mensely wealthy, and the widow whom he subsequently married had ever so much money in her own name, besides what her husband left her when he died. The dear count can’t get over his habit of calling it ‘the United Estates of America.’ ” Consolation Rejected. “Every cloud has a silver Ifning,” marked the optimist. “Yes,” answered the man who used to be a populist, “but I don't see no prospect of persuadin’ the sky to wear its clouds wrong side out.” re- A Possible Reason. “I have never yet been able to guess,” said the man whose mind continually re- verts to the past, “what Aguinaldo wanted with a gold collar.” “Maybe,” said his fretful friend, “he wanted to get something that would come home from the laundry without cracked buttonholes and saw edges.” A Spaniard’s Solace. “Let not your grief be uncontroiled, Mid tempers rash. Think of the trouble we have sold For ready cash." “I don't think your country has produced as great a man as George Washington.” George Washington who could not tell a lie?" echoed the visitor from Paris. ‘Ah, my dear sir, other climes, other customs! ‘Think of what a figure he would have cut n the French army!” Chicago. Oh, life is uncertain and strongly perplexed, Tn Chicago. You never can prophesy what they'll next do In Chicago. Its residents tell you, from nabob to tramp,. It has been a “warm” town, quite secure against damp, Efer since that cow, very carele: over the lamp, In Chicago. Excitement’s a drug in the market, they say, In Chicago. : It Is something too fierce for police to allay, In Chicago. Obligingly, now they have put things in shape, You may range In selection, when seeking a scrape, From a common hemp rope to a piece of red tape, In Chicago. +e The Washtugton City Centennial. From the Providence Journal. One feature of President McKinley's mes- sage has to do with the approaching one hundredth anniversary of the founding of the city of Washington for the permanent capital of the United States. attention of the President was called to this a few weeks ago by a committee of citizens from the District of Columbia, and it met with executive approval. The Presi- dent desires that it be made a national event, to be celebrated by all the country and to this end he proposes that Congress appropriate necessary funds, and appoint committees, and also take steps to secure the active co-operation of the states, so us. to give the affair a broad significance. There is no good reason why such an event should not take place. It much more in order and more feasible than many of the peace jubilees and centennials that the arious parts of the d attention of our citizen: y, 100, would be a fitting time occupy in puntry ad s month in which to hold commemorative festt and the id the President that some permanent struc- ture be reared to st Sa reminder of the occasion and typify the progress of the nation along with the clty will probably ‘€ lon it deserves. the will be, at both entennial, t fon, 4 ents of world-wide me and influenc gre in their oute ————_ 202 The United Mail The United States deserve all praise for the commercial policy which they are pre pared to inaugurate in the Philippines ‘There will be no differential tariffs, but the “open door” for all. It need scarcely be $2! that this fs an act of friend iness 10 Fngland as well as io Spain. Our ships and traders will not be shut out from Manila as certain malicious French journals have bee! sinuating. It is also a sign hope for the policy of the “open door other of the new American acquisitions Cuba and Porto Rico. The offer of an indemnity of Spain for the Phillppines is a surprising act of generosity on the part of the United States. For the first time the victor in a war is prepared to pay the vayquished com- pensation for his conquests. But America will not lose by such action in the long run. If Spain rejects this handsome offer she must look for no more consideration. He: financial position is desperate: her nav bas vanished: her army 1s disorganized her internal politics are in confusion. The sooner she agrees with her great adversary the better for her, for England and for the world. States: Praixed. 100,000 to ————__ 2 02 ‘The Monroe Doctrine. From the San Francisco Chronicle. The Monroe doctrine depends upon the physical ability of the United States to maintain it. Great Britain might have dis- regarded St in 18H, and it was fortunate for the United States that she did not. Any old world power ts free to disregard it now, but if any nation does so it must take the con- sequences. The United States may decline to admit that its acquisition of the Philip- pine Islands impairs in any degree o right to protect other American countr from the encroachments of a European power. As European nations did not formulate the | Monroe doctrine and have refrained from recognizing it as a part of the international code, they are at Mberty to object to the American interpretation of it. Whether they can make any objection they may see fit to make, if it holds in the ultimate ar- bitrament, is one of the problems of the future. >> ____ Speaker Reed’s Tyranny Again. From the Chicago News. Congress _is in session. Hence abuse of the hated Speaker of the House fs in order. Immediately after calling the Hause to or- der Mr. Reed announe-d: “The chaplain w'h offer prayer.” This arbitrary act shows that the vacation has brought no softening to the Maine man’s callous heart. He is as determined as ever to rule or ruin. He did not ask the House whether ft wished prayer offered. He did not ask the chaplain whether he wished to pray. He simply an- nounced: “The chaplain will offer prayer.” Thus the palladium of our liberties is again trifled with. ——___ +2 —____ ‘The Constitation Equal to It. From the New Orleans Picayune. The Constitution has never been strained, nor even stretched, in acquiring new terri- tory or in making new states. It is equal to every emergency in maintaining free in- stitutions and the true principtes of human liberty, and in extending to other lands the blessings of that liberty and those free in- stitutions. 7 ° ~~ Beveridge’: Before ~ the Rush Begins. 1215 F St. OW is the time to do N your NMAS SHOP- , VING. Our stocks are fuller and you have a greater range in taking selections than will be possible later. Tn our large and compre- hensive stock of Rich Cut ~ Glass, Rare China, Art Goods, Bric-a-Brac, Sterling Silver Articles and Silver-plated Ware will be found many Xmas Gifts ~beautiful in design—at very mexpensive prices. Nowhere else, perhaps, can } you find such a great variety of desirable gifts as. here. w.Beveridge POTTERY, PORCELAIN, GLASS, ETC.. 1215 F St. and 1214 G St. it Dulin & Martin, Managers. = Se a enmaa PRR Potatoes, ‘doc. Bushel. fest Sugar-curcd 2AM! ‘Old Time’? FLOUR. cans BAKED 3 cans fancy M. 5 ibs. LIMA TE (20: ths. “HOMTN’ 10 Iba. Best RUCK, ‘4 Ibs. MINCE MES (J.T. D. Pyles, Al2 Sth ge. A ere are a ancl det-f,mdew-28 PREIS CROCKER’S, 939 Pa. Ave. i tL Ow * > rH 34 & Md. ay. ne, UM} PPERS. ppers galore, and SLI We alin to make redue- tions when goods are in de- mand in onler that the greatest mumber of our customers may reap tho “benefit Just ike us to cut slip: per prices when the gift buying season is at ite height You can't think of a acceprable gift for Poe anwecut Slip Our price, High-cut wlippers $2.50. Gur price, $1.79. ROCKER, i Shoes Shined Free, 939 Pa. Ave. A man will ° be pleased ~ =to have a pair of MILITARY HAIR - BRUSHES for We have splendid cnes—from 75e. wp. C7 All winds of HAIR BRUSHES— Atwer-ean, English and French make— with ivory, cellulotd and wood backs —xnd long, medium and short bristles. 50c. up. W. S. THOMPSON, PHARMACIST, 703 15TH ST. de)-28d value, glass article makes an ad- mirable gift—sure to be appreciated. Our cut gléss is, of the finest char- acter—the deepest and most brilliant cutting. We handle the productions of the best a iiand a gift of this sort from oftf stock means getting the best. thagsme@ney can buy. We have an immense-variety of articles in cut glass—you couldn’t want to see a greater assortment. Gifts in. ‘~~ Prench chin Many appropriate articles in the Galitiest of French china for gifte— come for a look. Dainty Pudding Sets, which consist of 3 pleces— baker, bowl and plate. (Can be put to very many other uses—a very practical gift. All our Pudding Sets are made of French China. Prices, $3.25. up. a. | Chas. R. Edmonston, 1205 Pa. avenue. 1898—16 PAGES. Woodward & Lotbro, oth, 11th and F Sts. N. W. Beginning Monday next, store will be kept open evenings until Christmas Saturday is Children’s Day, And tomorrow the day will be especially interesting to the children because the great ] fourth floor and Christmas dear to their hearts—and they are invited to see them Parents will find some very e pecially desirable for Xmas gifts. ptional offerings in Boys’, Girl A special invitation is ¢ alf, Toy Store on re filled with all sorts of new playthings—the thousand and one things that make children happy and Infants’ Outfitting Departments. es tended the parents. Purchases made now will be carefully stored and delivered when it suits you best, up to and including Christmas eve. Our Great Xmas Toy Land, That half-acre store on fourth floor, is teeming with playthings from every toy center of the world, many of which are of our own direct importation and haven't a counterpart hereabout: \ the thrown-together-trashy kind) that can be seen in Washington or elsewhere is to be found here make a point to collect toys that cannot be secn anywhere else liberal assortment; but w will be shown tomorrow. S Noah's Ark Tops. antern X spacious, easy-running ele Store. Vators go right to the Toy jodel Makers. Each. . » Boxes, Each nowith Magnetic, Fun with Electricity Roller Skat Raymond's China Dishes, he Each LL Litoe! to $1.50 Jha Ki Rifles. to $6.00 Be. to $8.00 | to $1.00 | Every sort of Toy (1 rring and in Several of these ‘arts, Doll Carrin Patrol Wagous Swinging Horses, Blackboards. Bach | _Kestner Full Batljolated Dole, curly wi, clostag eves, shoes and stockings. ‘The best value eer } fered. Each Kestner Kid Body Jointed Dolls. shoes s ings, curly wi, closing eyes. Kinch Kestner Kid Rote Dolls, cork stutfesl, es, shoes and stockings. Bach ted Dolls, enrly hair, shoes and st Fach...... a Risque Dons. Each Bet Dolis, with de ach. <ineas a Katmenta, Se © xheet 4 Paper Dolls, dressing seties. Sot Buys’ Clothing as Christmas Gifts. There are many cases where clothing would make a much better present for a boy you could give him, and almost an have a splendid stock of Suits, Ree -fers, Overcoats, Wa boy would be pleased with a nice suit or a warm reefer or ulster. s, ete, and values such as w than anything else We e never been able to name characterize the entire stock. We have prepared some especially good things for Saturday’s selling. Very handsome and dr breasted Sufis, for littl Vv Special price, $2.95. fine Ali-wcol Cheviot § and dark © nteod t nd $4 50, Special price, » Chevtot well m ‘izes S to 16. Special price, $3.75. rd tleor v and Double- All-wwool materials 10. ee Its, neat patterns, heavy winter weight and; ll, Sizes 7 to 16. Usu 50. Suits, neat and dre perfect fitting; Navy Bine Cheviot 3-piece breasted: strict ed throughout with si Special price, Its, y made and 10 to 16. 00. A beantiful as bys from ment of F: ears of ag: ney Sults lors, for little Brownt ear sizes and worth up to $6. Special price, $5.00. single or } E nd Stanleys; elecaut materials; trimmed in | the latest and most effective manner, A spectal Jot | of these elezant Sailor and Brownie Suits from 8 to An elegant line Coats, win welght. In Coverts, Irish Friezes, Cheviots vers, black pd tan: very styl dressy; cut ; 1 made and sewed thr wear thing gs present season, hence up to date in every particular. Special Sale of Girls’ Fine Long Cloaks. We have just secured a lot of Long Cloaks (Gretchens) for girls 4, 6,8 and to y enables us to sell them at price of 33 1-3 per cent. Th Chinchilla Reefers, in all styles. j Mgh collar of same | around th latest sty Sizes 3 to 16, velvet collar or material as coat to turn up throat and ears. AM new goods, cut in all wool and guaranteed fast cole: All-wool Hand@knit Tams, pretoy, bright for little bows or girls. All sizes, Special value. Ene ars ones . oon All-woel fal as t vol > 1 Caps, all sizes, made mat e usual SOc. caps. Each Canadian Tobezcan Toques, extra heavy; all wool; Jest the cap Sor skating oc thr any eet-deer Gr nn y Mor ‘Tame; many stylen; all-wool coe, cours ail sits Ea SLO Girls’ Clothing as Christmas Gifts. e are splendidly equipped for the holidays in this department with practical, sensible, comfortable and just now are offering some very exceptional values—and everything is new, made for the rs old, at a reduction in Less Than the Manufacturer’s Wholesale Price. They are made in the very latest styles, of the finest Kersey handsome furs. No cheap goods in iris’ the lot—only strictly high and Cheviots, and many are trimmed with Ss garments. All-wool Blue Blouse Dresses, with | Girls’ All-wool Fawey is: Cheviot Reefers, | Girls’ Navy Blue Military Capes, with hood, lined ar 2 ree Th ws } broad sailor “1 with brald, bands of | with red silk. Sizes S te TS. 0 nis is ; ie Reet al ‘'e | contrasting shades of cloth and arm tions. A <= 3 =r $7.50 each for all sizes. $6.00 each. Girls’ All-wool Flannel Seb = — — | troni, d collar, trimmed wi and be . Sizes 6 to 14. | $4.50 each. $4.50 each. Third tloor. i . oa NY, Children’s Men’s Neckwear Corsets Millinery. For the Holidays. For Xmas. We are devoting particular atten- We would call attention to our} The marked increase in the sale tion to Misses’ and Children’s Hats] very attractive lime of Neckwear.|of Corsets fer Holiday presents this season, and ask inspection of! consisting of Puffs, Tecks, Flowing | obliges us to give more attention our line | Trimmed Hats. ‘The very late Wl must ping effects, includ- ing beautiful pleture bats, ranging in price from | $2.50 to $20.00 -each. | square aud round tops. Untrimmed Flat ~. $1.00 + DUE. h Feather Boas. We have just received a new in- voice of Black Ostrich Feather Boas, purchased for the holidays. They are particularly handsome, being extra full and fluffy and very rich and lus- trous. Charming Xmas presents. I yard long, $7.50 to $12.00 each. 1} yards long, $10.00 to $13.50 each. 14 yards long, $13.50 to $25.00 each. Netkwear Dept.—First ‘toor. Holiday Gifts For Baby. In Infants’ Department we have put up in pretty boxes various dainty, practical articles of wearing apparel, suitable for Xmas Gifts. The box enhances the appearance, and makes it more Christmasy. Included are Fine Nainsook Long and Short Dresses, Dainty Hand-embroidered Cashmere Sacques and Wrappers, Hand-knit and Crocheted Worsted | Sacques and Bootees, Shoes and) Stockings to match, in dainty colors, | Sweaters and Caps for little boys, | Leggins and Mitts, Carriage Robes, Crocheted, Knit, Hand-embroidered Cashmere and Eiderdown. Hand-crocheted Worsted Bootees, with silk trim- mings. Pair... x Hand-crocheted Worsted borders. Each Silk and Wool Mittens.” Pair. Worsted Drawer and Knee Leggins, white. Pair...... “3 ° Shoes, white and dainty colors. Pair. ¥ Also this special value in Baby’s Outdoor Outfits, Consisting of Long Cloak of Bed- ford Cord, trimmed with fancy cream braid; Silk Cap, tucked or embroid- ered; Hand-knit Mittens without thumb; Silk Veil. $2.85 Fe lete 4-piece outfit. SE eet e 4-piece ou black and End and Graduated Four-in-Hands, Batwings and others. of heavy satins and silks, in white, black and the rich warm colorings. 50. to $1.50 each. Tomorrow, Saturday, 10,000 Scarfs for Men, Consisting of Puffs, Knot Scarfs, Four-in-Hands, Narrow Bows, in every imaginable pattern, light, medium and dark effects. They are better values than usual for the price. 25c. each. Flannelette and Wool Petticoats, Night Gowns, etc. ; Practical garments, economically priced. Desirable for Ximas gifts be- cause of their usefulness. Women's Flannelette Gowus, Hubbard style, turn- down collar, deep cuffs, neat patterns. Each. 50e. Women's Kait Underskirts, solid colors, — fancy border. Each ce + Bue. nderskirts, a variety of col- Women's Wool Kuit ors, deep fancy border, crochet ‘edge on bottom. Each $1.00 Women's Extra Size Gowns, Hubbard style, dou- ble yoke in back, yoke of tucks and insertion In froni, ve and high neck, raffle of embroidery on aud sleeves. Ench. 1.00 Second foor, Young Folks’ Shoes. Handsome, serviceable shapes— modeled after styles in men’s and women’s high-grade shoes. Manly shoes for the boys and womanly shoes for the girls. Best and most comfortable shapes, for school, play and dress-up wear. Misses’ Rright Dongola Button Suoes, opera. toe, patent leather tip. Per pair. s+ $L15 Children's Bright Dongola B a ce Shoes, turn sole, wedge heel, opera and square toe, patent leather tp. Sizes 6 to 8. Per pair. ++ $1.90 Children’s Shoes, turn sole, square ronnd tue, patent leather tip and tip of same. Per pair.$1.25 Children’s Shoes, turn sole. cloth top, patent leather vamp, square and round toe. Per pat Materials are | Ties and; | than heretofore to this line of goods. We've a choice assortment, both for- cign and domestic. LC. Corsets, comtil, honed with whalebone, bust, short hips. Per pair. . PV." D. Corsets, coutll, heayily’ honed, | stoel pair qo 5 W. ©.C. Corsets, sateen, extra fou, methan an short, “Per puir LEER P. N. Corsets, gray conti, high bu Per_palr.... STN THING We CC. Corsets, “good “quality” “ coatit pair Baws aes : Latest styles Bustles. 2501. B5c.) B8e.) Su: Second floor. Pure Food List. We handle the very best goods only. Selling vast quantities enables us to keep an absolutely clean, fresh, up-to-date stock and to sell at the lowest price: Rest Mixed Nuts. § Ibs, for Best California Raisins, 2c. Rest Cleaned Currants, packag Best Seeded Museatel Raisins, package. . Beech Nut Hams, Ib.. cient Beech Nut Sliced Bacon, jar Select Queen Olives, bottie Pim-Olas, Stuffed Olives, bottle. 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