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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Lawn Mowers

OF known reliability at moderate
prices the same as we have offered
for a number of years. Fully guar
anteed and of superior construc-
ton throughout; with proper care
these machines will afford long and
excellent service.
High and low wheels. plain or
ball-bearing, according to price. A
very excellent Mower at
S2.25 each-and upward.
Lawn Mower Sharpeners. a5c
each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Metal=Frame
Window Screens.

Now showing our complete line of Sher-
woods Metal Frame Window Screens
These screens are adjustable and come
in sizes to fit any window. The metal
frame is only one-half inch in width. and
owing to the advantage of iron over
wood in the construction of the frame
much space is saved. giving more venti-
lation during the heated term. Neatness
is strong point with them, and then
they have strength and extra durability.
Made of the best black wire cloth, folded
in frame of galvanized iron. No give to
them. No sag. No swelling in wet
weather No tearing away from frames.
No falling apart in dry weather. No con-
tinued repairing. Wear season after sea-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
The Battleship Problem.

The President asks for four battIeships.
The House grants two and the Senate
committee concurs. Two it will be unless
the President makes this a vital issue and
brings all the power of his Office to bear
upon the Senate to override the naval
committee. Another message on the sub
ject is looked for. and there is ii prospect
of a lively time over this item. Some day
there may be striking historical sig
niticsnce in the ancient adage which AYERS
that two and two make four
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Ready=Mixed Paints,
Varnisfa Stains
and Enafnels.

Ready-mixed Paints, for inside
use, can................... 10c and nc
Ready-miXed Paints. for out
side use. can. .......................20 c
Ready-mixed Varnish Stains.
CdIi luz " oVC
Ready-mixed Enamels. for bath
tubs, can. .19c. 30c and. j0c
"Sapolin' Aluminium Enamel,
for frosted silver finish. can.
15c, zoe and 30c
C. or 'Sapoin" Stove Pipe
Enamel for enameling stove
pipes. iron work, etc, can. .1jc and &c
"Jap-a-lac" Wood Finish for
Jaoors, furniture. interior wood
work. ETC.. cam. to $50
Gidden's Light Hard Oil Fin
is}l. can...............-....... .3Oc to 9Oc
"Sapolin Wire Screen Enamel.
for window screens and doors.
does not clog the meshes: can. .l5c and &c
'Sapolin' Floor Stain. can.
PC, foe and s5c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Busse Patent
Chair Seats.

These seats were conceived by the in
ventor to meet the demand for a ready
made upholstered seat that required no
skill to attach to chair and to over
ing chairs to a repair shop. They are
rich In appearance. comfortable. durable
and cost much less than recaning.
They are upholstered with the best quail
ity of morocco grained leatherette. filled
with soft elastic fiber mounted upon a
foundation of 3-ply veneer. to which are
attached four wrought-iron steel clamps.
the device by which the seats are fastened
to the chair frame.
Coo to $I.25 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

lower courts have for years been en-
deavoring to work out some such system
by the taking of personal bonds. But
this is loose weak method and as far
as observed works little good. 1t may
operate satisfactorily as an admonition OF
the occasional offender. but it does not
reach the one who is drifting into habit
ual delinquency. In the upper courts the
suspended sentence occasionally serves
the same end
probation commission. consisting ex-of-
fcic of the District Supreme Court
judges for the time being holding GRIM
inal courts. the Police Court judges, the
Juvenile Court Judge and two citizens
body of five jurists and two laymen
to he charged with the duty of super
visinS the enforcement and administration
of the probation system. whereby delin-
quents may be placed under the guard
iaEship Of the probation officers, either
upon conviction or after serving por-
ton of the imposed sentence. upon show
ing signs of reformation. Suitable ad-
miEistrative agencies are provided. at
an estimated annual expense so small that
it will be many times offset by the eco
nomc saving to the District in the re-
tentiOn of workers in the ranks of pro-
ductivity.
The probation of juveniles has worked
we'll here. Remains now only the ex-
%ersion of the system to adults to give
,he District full opportunity to rescue
from the wasteful and often demoralizins
influence of the penal institutions some
OF the individuals who are now cast there
in TO suffer confinement as the only
known method of holding them in check.
50 little of an experiment is this that
it is necessary only to look abroad to
find numerous examples of successful pro-
baton work, making good citizens out
of promising candidates for the peni-
tertiary and the gallOws.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Woodward & L0thr0p
ChinaWare,
HOusefurnishings and
Housecleaning Requisites.

81 UST offering laborsaving devices OF
invention distinctive and particular
q Of me- to recommend
The several kinds of goods including the thousand and
practical little things less helpful tive
conduct of the well arranged and Systematically
classified the selection and peasurable.
The the consistent with the character
quality of the merchandise.
We quote the many excellent values be
and invite inspection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Garden Hose.

Rubber or Cotton Hose Tor the
lawn. garden or street. We make
no effort to offer the cheapest
make OF hose. but the most worthy
and satisfactory at as moderate
price as can be named.
Inferior hose is decidedly poor
investment.
Ioc foot upward.
Special attention is invited to
our Colonial Hose at
I5c loot.
as representing a very superior
quality.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
"Cedarine," the Ideal
Moth Preventive.

Cedarine is the heart OF southern
red understanding cedar. chem
ically prepared i'll chip shaving
form. and impregnated with pure
gum camphor, to enhance its cf-
hcacy as a protection against
moths.
Cedarine is an absolute prcserva-
tive of clothing and all WOODEN
goods from moths.
25c package.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Garden Tools.

rrowels. upward from. ............-..... SC
Weeders. upward from. ................. sc
Wooden Rake-. upward from............ .,5c
Metal Iakes, upward from. ........... lcC
Grass Shears. upward from. ............. 25c
Pruning Shears, upward from. ........... g
Watering Pots upward from.
HOES. good QUALIFY steel upward from. -. , SC
Spades good quality steel. upward from. SOC
Wire Border wickets, green. dozen. 4Oc
Plant Sticks, green. each. Sc anu lOC
Plant Boxes, green and rustic. upward SIC
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Special Sale of
Lace Curtains.

Small lots OF Lace Curtains lief,
from this seasons selling offered
at very special prices. Included
are Renaissance, Irish Point, Ara
bian and Net.
Renaissance, ST. 50 and $500.
Values. 800 and 5000.
Irish Point, $3.50 and $1,000.
Values, $500 and $500.
Arabian, So. 50 and $4,000.
Values, $1,000 and $3.50.
Net, $2.25. Value, $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Motf7=fighting Materials

Manahan's Tarine Sheets. large doz. .S'c
Manahan's Moth Bags. medium. each. soc
Manahan's Moth Bags. large. each. SIC
Manahan's Moth Bags. extra large.
Lavender Camphorated Flakes. pckg. loc
Oriental Crystallized Camphor pckg lSc
Cedar of Lebanon Camphor. pckg. ....loc
Crystalline Camphor. pckg............. &c
Sulphur Candles. esch.................... Sc
Sulphur Candles, large size, each.......l0c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Linen Couch
and Table Covers.

Couch and Table Covers for summer
use; made Of pure Belgian linen, with
plain centers and borders Of blue. red or
green.
Table Covers, fringed; ~, 6oc;
Ga. SIPS: 8-4, $500.
Couch Covers, plain edge, $500
each.
Couch Covers, fringed, .S2.75
each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
His Dignity Hurt.

What do you think of local option
now" asked the visitor.
It's a good thing" said Col. Stillwell.
but it's depressing. tell you, sir. it's
an awful thing, sir, for a man Of my
years and experience to be compelled to
take ice cream soda water seriously"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Merry widow hats are demonstrating
practical qualities. They hid a church
altar fire from the rear worshipers and
prevented panic the other day. Another
has just served as a rescung raft for a
puppy marooned on a rock. Further evil
derce of the remarkable qualities of this
amazing style will doubtless be filed as
the season wakes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

A man arrested in New York for failure
10 pay a board bill of $50 declares in de-
fense that the hotel actually owes him
money. Possibly he reckons IN the tips
he has paid to walters. and assesses them
as wages paid by him to the hotels en-
r,loycS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

From the baltimore Sun
Baltimore has been literally advertised
in recent years as "a city without graft
II It is indeed entitled to this unique dis
tinction among cities, then 1t IL the bust
ness of this administration to maintain
it as ascity without graft And the graft
ers' can only be kept out of the city by
eternal and never-ceasing vigilance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Mr.. Bryan is entirely within his rights
in drawing distinction between himself
as a candidate and as editor Of the Com
moner, in the matter of the charges that
money is being used to defeat his NOM
ination. There is a material difference.
In the Commoner Mr.. Bryan must say
we" AS a candidate he has only to use
the singular pronoun to include not only
himself but a large section of the democ-
racy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Screen Doors.

Screen Doors. complete with fixtures in
the following sizes: 2.6X6.6. 2.Sx6.S, j. 1Ox
$40. 2.Sx7 and 3x7 feet.
$I.25, $I.5o, $3.50 and $500 each.
Cabinet-made Stock Screen Doors made
of well-seasoned hardwood and best rust
less wire. Sizes 2.Jx6.6, likes. 2.Bx6. 10,
2.7X7 and 3x7 feet.
1915 and $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
VitrOphane.

: A perfect substitute for stained glass.
A material that shuts out everything but
the light If there Is window in your
house that commands an unattractive or
offensive view. it can be entirely obliter-
ated by the use of this material. and also
give a decorative appearance to the win
dow. 1t comes in a variety Of patterns
and is sold either by the yard or roll 1t
is SO simple to apply that any one can
do it with perfect results.
18-inch, $50 a'yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

The cheapening of diamonds to place
them within the reach of the masses Will
not materially help the people who are Of
fering their jewels for quiet sale in order
to raise the price of new automobile or
to meet interest demands.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Rivals in Fame.

They are making great stir about
the pianist"
Yes. The advertisements make almost
as much fuss over him as they do over
the make Of piano he plays"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
japanese China Cup
and Saucer Special.

A lot of richly decorated Japa-
nese China Cups and Saucers, in
the popular OXIDE shape.
25c per cup and saucer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
$3.50 the suite.
Upholstery Fabrics.

Exceptionally good values in Upholstery
Fabrics, consisting of Velours, Armures.
Gobelin Tapestry, ETC. Suitable for library
and dining room furniture, etc.
$I.75 to 1915 the yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

kYIn order to avoid delays on account
Of personal abseucs letters GO THE
STAR should not be addressed to any
individual connected with the ONCE Dus
simply to THE STAR, or to the EdisoT1sI
Or Business Department. according 70
tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Considerate.

DO you want to see your wife permit
ted to vote?''
Not right away" answered Mr.. Meek
ton. Henrietta gets SO much enjoyment
out Of lecturing about it that 1t would be
a pity to stop it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Sweeping
Day Outfits.

A lot OF Sweeping Day Outfits
consisting. Of L good broom, i
long handled wall brush. 1
japanned dust pan and / wire
drawn dust brush. Offered at the
special price,
43c the Outfit
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Imported Madras.

Imported Madras. in rich cathedral and
stained glass effects: suitable for spring
and summer hangings.
$1.oo to ST 50 the yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

One might get the impression from
some newspapers that the American pub
lie is really interested in Prince Helie
de Sagan.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Members of Congress will have to work
hard between now and ad-
journment to prove to a suspicious pubic
that they are worth $500 a year more
than heretofore.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Affinity" Earle is about to go on
lecture tour. his subject being My Ideas
of Matrimony." 1t is understood that he
will furnish his own net, and thus relieve
managers of halls of all responsibility.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
A Logical Conclusion.

Mr.. Pursington says he believes man
should pay as he goes"
Judging from the way he gets in debt.
he must be accustomed to travelling back
ward
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
The orator's Advantage.

An epigram!" they shout with glee,
When some old truth he CLOSES Ger.
II it were said by you or me
'Twould be q chestnut; nothing more!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

George Ade's play slang has to be trans
lated 10 the London audiences who now
are being treated to it. Some Of il might
profitably be glossaried for the benefit Of
American hearers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Spring Not Here.

From the Omaha Bee. 4
1t is a sure sign of spring when you
quit counting the strawberries served In
an order at the restaurant.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Harry Thaw is asking to be released
from the prison for the criminal insane.
He is not as sensational in his later moves
as formerly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Insult.
From the Mil~.usee sentinel.

From the Milwaukee Sentinel.
We are afraid Mr.. Bryan will regard
the sending of Alton b. Parker to Dem
yer as delegate-at large as another and
even grosser 'impertinence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

The frequency of democratic rows in
New York shows that the party is get
ting into campaign form.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

The sensational suicide is becoming too
frequent for comfort
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Imported Salad or
Fruit Bowl Special.

A variety OF dainty shapes and
decorations.
Choice. 75c each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

The sultan can always be depended on
10 back down at the psychological mo-
ment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Washington feels quite at home with
the D. A. r. in session.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
New Summer Mattings
And Mating Rugs.

HESE ideal floor coverings for ready
great diversity of patterns coors and weights Some
~ for beauty others for service Ali remarkably good
Chinese Mating for hard
Japanese Mattings for bright carpet effects:
Mattng the artistic delicate coorngs
duced
Prairie Grass Mattng for with mission furniture
Napier Mattngs, for kitchens. Railways
Matng for public and business places the best wearing
mating made.
Japanese Mating Rugs i'll 3x6, 6No and it, sizes
Mating Rugs, in all regular Sizes from I8x36nch
l2xIsft.
Prairie Grass Rugs in all regular Sizes from Sx3o-nch
I2xI5 it.
We shall place Wednesday. morning
Fine Japanese Reversible Rugs,
through in attractive designs
$1.OO each. Value, $l.5O.
Also 40 rolls of the
Finest 6-Warp Mattings.
in fine small patterns An excellent grade of mating
140O roll Sold elsewhere up to $4,000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Ready=Made
Window Shades.

Ready-made Window Shades. of opaque
and Holland cloths. i'm all the desirable
colors. mounted on good spring rollers;
size 3X6 feet.
Opaque Cloth, 25c each.
Holland Cloth, roc each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Decorated
Pitchers

For table use. Shown in a large
variety OF Shapes and decorations.
Choice. 25c each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Window Screens to Order.

The Woodward & Lohrop Highgrade Cabinetnade
Screens are manufactured workrooms and have
usual resisting qualities Made
match the woodwork: and filled with that
and price submitted
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Slip Cover Specials:

Slip Covers made to order. for
the average 5-piece .parlor suite, of
best Belgian Cotton Stripes, al
lowing IS yards for the making, at
the special price,
$3.50 the suite.
Slip Covers made to order, for
the average 5-piece parlor suite, OF
imported cretonnes, allowing IS
yards for the making, at the spe-
cial price.
SII.75 the suite.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Window Shades to Order.

Our stock of Shade Fabrics for spring complete request
will send with samples
bic prices for high-cass work.
All shades Hartson rollers and finished
with herrngbone-stc hem This stitch prevents the hem from
ripping and adds to the durability of the shade.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Mantel and
Piano ScarfS.

Scarfs for the mantel and piano in rich
plain colors and pretty figured and ORR
entail effects, finished with deep fringed
valance.
$3.50 to $50 each.
Fu,rth floor q 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Straight tips are often the crookedest
kind.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Wooden and Metal
Reels.

Wooden. upward from 65c
Metal, upward from $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Decorated French China
Covered Dish Special.

Shown in a variety OF choice
shapes and decorations.
Choice. ST 90 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Packing Department.

qo have unusual facilities for packing all its branches
HIH1 Our packers and shippers of long experience
A and careful workers. and qualified pack all kinds
of art goods brcabrac, pictures. chnaware etc, en-
tire satisfaction being guaranteed
Those contemplating moving leaving the city and have
goods character pack will do we'll consult
No orders large small receive and careful
sideraton. Estimates cheerfully furnished upon
Packing Boxes Casks Hogsheads Barrels Excelsior Wrap
ping Paper and other packing requisites reasonable
quantity desired
Easement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21
Imported Cake or
Bread Plate Special.

Io-inch Cake or Bread Plates. in
lowered and tinted effects, offered
at the special price.
I5c each. Value, 25c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

this class of work is properly done matter of
makes Rugs and Carpets much longerrestoes them
their original color and softness
For the past years have had the of Ar
who repairs Rugs by hand every that
detect the mended place The cleaning and washing done b
which kills the coors
sheen and gloss
We will be pleased call and give estimate
Rugs and Carpets
Fouthh st
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-21

Five=Shell Oyster
Plate Special.
Daintily Decorated Imported
China Oyster Plates, offered at the
special price.
CSC each.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1908-04-21
MAccAHEEs NOTICE

There win be a special meeting of
the knights Of the Maccabees, FrV
night April 24 am members are urged
to be present for the is business ot
importance to be transacted.
M i. BUNNELL.
Deputy State Commander
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1908-04-21

The NJ. B. "a. lodge win hold a called
meeting at the Postofice lodge hall
Friday night Of this week.
Wash, is the guest Of his brother, s.
Perry w. Cardwell Of Walla Walla,
T. Cardwell Of the Model Drug store.
He expects to spend two weeks here.
e. p Crittendon, 5Ol South Fifth
street, has moved with his family to
Mangum.
J. H. Cunningham, formerly fore
man for Hollingsworth & Co, has ac-
cepted a position with A. F. Book.
Miss Alma Smith has returned home
after a two weeks visit with relatives
in Fort Worth.
Miss Hazel Shelton win arrive from
Topekatomorrow to spend a few weeks
with her sister Mrs. A. A. Zinn
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1908-04-21

Mrs. Mary e. Mayer and daughters.
Misses Carrie and Edna, have arrived
from Denlson, Tex, and viii make
thier home with Mrs. III. b. Miller.
who is the daughter of Mrs Mayer.
J. B. Whitonack and family, Of 1927
South Fifth street, are visiting in Gle
burne, Tex, this week.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1908-04-21

Pro9ero t0 enjoy ihe best musical
treat of the season-the Kingasher
glee club. 4-17-4t
Vacant lot bargain; east front; $3.50
will buy it this week. S. W. Bird &
Co. 4-2O-3t
For fire and tornado insurance. farm
loans and abstracts, see Sparks &
Greer, 113S. Third 4-3-tf
Cabbage plants for sale. 424 Mime
sofa avenue. 4-21-6t
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Conover Of Ana
darko, visited friends here yesterday.
Miss Vashtia Berry came home yes
terday and visited her parents, return
ing to Fort Cobb today.
Secretary Cad Allard is attending
the industrial convention in Shawnee.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1908-04-21
JERsEY cows

They are now at the North Firth
Street Wagon yard Come and see
them Now is your chance to get
choice Of the lot If you keep a COW.
why not set a Jersey; one that will
do you some good? Come and see
them at once j r. cason. or E. J.
Hubbard
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1908-04-21

FOR RENT-One broom cottage;
newly papered; bath and gas; corner
Eighth and Iowa J. r. Abercrombie,
4-21-5t
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1908-04-21
EVANGELIST BENNETT
AT GUTHRIE

Guthrie Leader: Rev. ]. H. Bennett,
the Chickasha Baptist evangelist, ar
rived here this afternoon to assist
Rev. e. D. Cameron in the revival
at the First Baptist church
here this week.