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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Abolish the Laureateship.

The Star holds no brief as the coun-
selor of monarchs and monarchies. and at
this time of mourning in the BRUSH
world would not obtrude advice or sus-
sestion unless beyond dispute such ad-
vice were sound and sautary. There
might justly be difference of opinion
whether the peers should go or stay,
whether the civil list should be shorten
ed or heightened, and whether the
Asauth budget should be or not be beat
en-. These are questions which should be
left for settlement by the English
But the matter of. the laurea teship is
one that concerns the whole world of
poetry. and it is in this respect that the
British empire needs reform. Every man
who writes poetry-and nearly every
man on the occasion of his first love and
when the buds were fresh in spring has
committed this NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. how
difficult it is to write good poetry when
he must. rather than when the inspira-
ton lays hold upon him. Often mans
muse is balky or sulky and will not at
tend him when he beckons. Every poet
appreciates the hardship of Mr.. Alfred
Austin in being under the necessity of
composing poem on royal events. and
every poet will Sympathize with Mr.
Austin on the occasion of his poem on
King Edwards death. There are many
poets in Washington who could have
done this work better. The Star has re-
gretfully returned to the writer's with
thanks many samples of poesy that were
just good or just as bad as Mr..
Austin's latest essay in rhyme.
1t may he questioned whether the post
Of poet laureate is at this day vital to
the integrity and interests of the British
empire.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
American Folk Songs.
From the Boston Herald.

FROM the Boston Herald.
As yet no ballad writer has appeared
in America that rivals kipling the
pre- eminent Burns. The product we
have from professed ballad singers is
mediocre. But out in the far corners
of the land there are to be found the
folk songs, true ballads whose au-
thorship will never be known The
course of our national development and
tie inherent romance of the fields and
forests has inspired the ordinary Tyre
to lofty songs. And the life of isolated
communities and the common if narrow
interests of the men who work I'm gangs
under all sorts of dangers have given
rise to song and chant that SAVIOR of
the blood. The English department of
Harvard University has commissioned
John A. i.omax, associate professor in
College Station. Tex, under the Sheldon
Fellowship, to gather together these typi-
cal ballads. The old cowboy ditties. the
chanteys of the coast, the gulf and the
great lakes are what he wants. There
are also army songs. lumberjack chants,
the songs of voyageur, miner and vasa-
bond All these serve to characterize
vividly life that is passing. And II may
be that thorough search will reveal I'M
suspected treasures.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
A Suburban Sorrow.

Twas ever thus. since childhood's hour,
The poet sang so sweet.
Whene'er plant a garden flower
1t proves to be beet.
Tomato plants with care brought out,
Far from the climate rude.
When in the sunshine set about
Are only cut-worm food.
The sweet corn and the cabbage sprout,
Now cherished with such glee,
VIII furnish dainty food, no doubt,
But not for YOU and me.
That market basket once despised
Well carry as of yore,
The place where hopes are realized
Is in the grocery store.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
The NAVY.

Good for the Senate. Let us keep
the navy up To the mark. Such policy
does not mean war, but peace. The
greatest peace influence and peace
maker of the day has just gone to his
grave leaving his country's navy in
the highest state of efficiency, and his
son and successor charged with the
duty of continuing in the same line.
What place would King Edward have
occupied in history if he had preached
disarmament instead of preparedness
for war? What would nine years of
such a course have done for British
prestige among the nations? The ques-
tionS answer themselves.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
MUSLIN and Scrim
Curtains.

We are offering excellent values
in Scrim and Muslin Curtains.
The goods are new and fresh, and
the patterns very desirable.
Plain Scrim Curtains. with neat edge.
FAR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 81 ="
Ruff1ed Dotted Muslin Curtains, in
four size dots. Pair .............S1.0 90
Plain Hemstitched Muslin Curtains.
Pair 90
Tamboured Muslin Curtains, in neat
effects. Pair NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. 30
Other excellent values in Muslin and
Scrim Curtains, in prices ranging
from 81 30 to $1,000 pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
= General Safeguard.

Il am glad to see your interest in a safe
and sane Fourth of July said the man
who gives advice. 1T will save the chill
dren from much danger"
Not only that" replied the city Official
but it will protect the parents who want
to show off before the children every
year
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

In arranging for safe and sane Fourth
of July it is wise to include certain
amount of public pageantry and fire.
works No small boys enthusiasm can
be wholly satisfied by listening to the
Declaration of Independence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
At the Ball Game.

Charley, dear said young Mrs. Tor
kins, 81 want to ask you something. Sup
pose the man who throws the ball hits the
man behind the bat
.Yes?"
Does he get Gig, or anything?''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

The railway president who says that
comm utcrs represent a loss to the road
has created a painful situation. /; will
be hard for the men who have prided
themselves on being regular patrons all
these years to accept the theory that
they have been objects of philanthropy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Circumstances prevented Mr.. Roose-
welt from undertaking to show France
and Germany how to remodel their Ian
suages on spelling reform lines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Serious Business.

where's your father" asked the man
on horseback.
Up the river fishin.'' answered the
boy
,''Where's your big brother?''
Down the river ishin'."
What are you doing?
'Diggin bait
Hasn't your family anything to do but
amuse itself?"
Mister, if you think we're dom this
for fun, you wait an hear what nav
says if we come home without any fish"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Fashion experts say that blondes are
becoming less numerous. Professional
ethics prevents the chemists from con-
tributng any information on the subject.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
A Disturber.

do you think comet exercises a dis
turbing influence On human affairs?''
Undoubtedly. 1t causes lot of people
to lose much-needed sleep while looking
for it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Colonial Iced Tea
I urrlbler Special.

We have just opened a new.
clear Colonial Iced Tea Tun1bier.
OF excellent lines and weight.
which is offered at the special
price OF
Csc the dozen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Decorated
Toilet Sets.

A complete showing OF shapes
and decorations. Desirable r.
piece Toilet Sets for Summer Cot
tage homes are in especially large
variety.
1915 the set, upward.
Fifth d0or
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Couch and
Hammock Cushions.

Showing a pretty line of pillows COW
cred with cretonnes. crepes and Texas
cloth Very desirable for hammocks,
porches, couches and canoes.
SI.oo to Sis each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Several gentlemen whose responsibilities
hold them TO the Ballineer-Pinchot in
vestigation will envy Mr.. Root his quiet
sea voyage.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Slip Cover
Special.

We will make to order. for a
limited time, Slip Covers for the
average 5-piece parlor suite, Of
fine imitation linen stripe-ft and
quality guaranteed-at the
Special price, $3.50 the suite.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

II AN ex-governor can he fined for
small smuggling, there ought TO be no
difficulty in landing big interests that
indulge in duty lodging
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

TIE time when the collection of duty
from returning European tourists was
more or less of joke has permanently
passed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

$11 TTENTION is directed the fact that max
I exceptionally quick deliveries of Specially Made
XIV toOrder w. & Window and Door Screens Our shops
being located the premises under personal super
enables place the day the order
with the skilled workmen to deliver them
in the shortest possible time.
Special features OF Window Screens Guaranteed
rses cloth thoroughly seasoned No. white pine frames
finished woodwork; mosed and slip tenon joints;
waterproof glued fitted with uength guides admitting OF
taon either top bottom OF window: cloth secured
frames with spne making impossible for the cloth to
adjusting of work smoothly and easily all
kinds of weather. thoroughly guaranteed respect "
show models, and estimate phone message or postal
will bring representative immediately.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Seasonable Attire.

The fashions which this year We note
Are calculated to confuse;
A straw hat and an overcoat,
palm leaf fan and rubber shoes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

DR.. Cook has at last managed to attain
the comfortable obscurity that makes his
address a matter of no curiosity
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Mr.. Bryan seems inclined to prepare
himself for a presidential career by get
ting some experience as a globe trotter
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Mr. Ames Of Massachusetts introduces
a little variety into the list of subjects
for reform by his demand for polite
politics.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Copenhagen has been rejoicing in OPP
portunities to celebrate without fear Of
being obliged to issue retraction.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Senator Baiieys silk hat attracts a
most as much attention as the first straw
hat of the season.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Kill the Flies.

From the Milwaukee Sentinel.
The birth of ny may mean the death
of a baby; kill the flies and let the babies
live.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
.etal=frame Screens.

The Sherwood MetaI-frame Window
Screens are the best ready adj
Unstable screens on the market. They
may be used on the outside as perma-
nent screen or placecs>under the sash
in the usual way. The frame is of
black japanned pressed steel and filled
with good grade black japanned wire
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
China and Japanese Mattings
From New York Auction Sale.
1 NUMBER of rolls of Fine China and Japanese Mating
1l New York auction sale, and oere
SV at prices ranging from
Is to 33L3% Less

Than usual Every roll and neutrality-suspicious. of
best mating makers in the orient Among them will be fou
of the richest coongs and pretties designs introduced
18o-warp Doubedyed Fine Japanese Matng rich and
ractive.
Special price, 25c yard. by the roll. Value, $50
15o-warp Double-dyed Bingo Mating.
Special price yard. by the roll Value soc
Ioo-pound Lintan Pamed Mating
Special price. 25c yard, by the roll Value 4oc
oo-pound Iintan Palmed Mating.
Special price. 2211c yard by the roll. Value, soc.
60 pound Palmed Seamless Mating.
Special price yard. by the roll. Value CSC
zo-pound Seamless Mating. good quality.
Special price, we yard. by the roll Value 221ac.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
F1ammOcGks of All Kinds.

M OR summer comioft 4
sir Hammock is needed. but
mi it should be a substantial
W. one-one that will give
long and satisfactory service. We
show a large assortment OF this
kind. including a full line OF
Couch Hammocks. which are the
acme OF solid comfort
Navy Couch Fl m m o c 5,
made of heavy army duck, and
complete with mattress and
chains. \ strong, well made and
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Aft. Steel-irame Lawn Benches.
with new device that prevents the
bench from sinking into the lawn
we'll braced. with hardwood slat
seat and back; bolted construction
throughout.
81 20 each
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Extra Deep Covered
Galvanized Garbage
Buckets.


This is an especially deep cover
we have had made for protection
against proving animals-no
greater cost than ordinary covers.
65c each, upward.
Small size. regulation covers,
45c each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
MUSLIN Bed Sets.

Sheer Muslin Bed Sets with dainty
colored borders. give a cool appearance
to any bedroom. We are showing a very
attractive line. with full valance and
colored appliqued borders of pink, blue
and yellow, at Observation-Disclosures.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
'sWudOr" Porch Shades

The 'Vudor" is the most practical
porch shade made. 1t is light and dura-
BILE. and works easily. 1t admits the
air freely, and excludes the sun. 1t in
sures privacy; in fact, adds another liv-
ing room for summer. 1t is finished in
a soft. pleasing shade of green that is
weatherproof and that will not fade.
6x7.8-ft., $500 each.
8x7.8-ft., $500 each.
1ox7.8-ft., $3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Armchairs, $500 to S12.5o.
Side Chairs, S5.75 to $500.
Magazine Chairs, 5000 to
$1,000.
Settees. 5000 to $4,000.
Tables. $3.50 to $500.
Reclining Chairs, 5000.
In addition to our regular stock
we are offering a number of spe-
cial values.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Open Stock DimnerWare.

sTl1T1 devote special attention this important part OF
II II Chinaware and inspection of
\1NAS generous shapes. decorations
now being shown To the following we direct more
English Porcelain Willow Copenhagen
Meissen Chinese Hawthorne India Tree
uun These patterns especially desirable summer homes
and cottages.
Service for Persons, SS.75 Upward
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Cr0ss=stripe Curtains

Light Airy Draperies. in soft. restfui
colOringS do much to make the summer
home cool looking and inviting. We
are showing a very comprehensive line.
in a variety of desirable colorings, green's
reds. pink, blue tan, etc. Excellent val
ueS at
SI.OO. Sic 81 90 and S2.OO a pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Garden Tools.
Sturdy Construction and Serviceable.
"CnatDnam'' and "JeWel"

"Cnathanll" AND "yeWel'
Fireless Cookers.
Not only are far more econonn-
cal and change hot kitchens to
comfort, but they actually cook
food better than a stove. And the
reason is simple; the cooking is
constant at lower uniform heat,
and all flavor is retained.
The "Chatham' or Jewel"
bake, roast, stew. holland do it
without attention from any one.
5000 each. upward
"Cookerette' Fireless Cookers-that will
boil or stew.
SI65 each. upward.
We are demonstrating these great
kitchen aids, and will be glad to have
you inspect them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Ready rmade
Window Shades.

Ready-made Window Shades of best
water-color opaque cloth. mounted on
good Hartshorn rollers. in full line
of colors: complete with fixtures. and
ready to hang; size, 3x6 feet.
CSC each.
American Holland Shades. mounted on
good spring rollers; in dark green. ecru.
Spanish olive, drab and white; complete
with fixtures; size, 3X6 feet.
ROC each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Closely Woven Hammocks,
with pillow. Each. 81 90
Our "Special" Hammock, with
spreader. pillow and valance.
Each So 90
Baby Hammocks, with frame
and netting. Each. $3.50
Fourth foor. Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Ruff1ed Muslin Curtains. with
borders to match these bed sets.
SI.5O a pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Entered as second class mail matter at the post
office Washington ID. C..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
II
Woodward & Lothr0p.
Furniture
And Other Comforts
For The
Summer Home.

mfCRN1TCRE for the Sum
1N mer Home and Cottage
,|Nj shown in pleasing variety
W. "Old Hickory. Rattan.
Birch. Prairie Grass. etc. for the
living room. the library. the par
Tor. the porch. the vcranda-ln
fact, for every place where it will
add to your comfort. pleasure and
satisfaction during the long. hot
summer.
Also showing attractive assort-
ments of other hot-weather COM
forts. such as Refrigerators. Ice
Chests. Nursery Refrigerators,
Lawn Swings. Tents, etc: and full
lines OF outing and sporting
goods.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24

Canvas Hammocks, in white
and khaki, with sprea d e r.
Each. .SI.75
Baby Hammocks. Each. .75c
Other Hammocks up to $500
each,
Hammock Stands. Each. .$4.o5
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-05-24
Rich Gut Glass.

Rich Gut GLASS.
Weca the collection of Gift Glassware
separate tables offering the best values obtanabe
S2.75, S3.e5 and $500.
Other Pieces Up $1,000
Each piece, irrespective OF price, is first quality
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-05-26
LOCAL HAPPENINGS

Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Fink were in town
Tuesday
Elmer Francis was in town Wednes-
day.
Mrs. John Caple visited in Glare the
later part OF last week,
L. A. Sharp and d. l.. Johnson were
i'll Saginaw last Tuesday
Mr.. Thompson visited at the home of
Mrs. Chapman, Sunday.
Mrs. George Bromar's mother visited
at the formers home last week,
Walter Vliet spent Saturday and Sun
day with his family in this city.
Fred Wilkinson of Ithaca spent Sun
day at the home of A. l., Hutchinson,
Mrs. Julia Bell and nephew Lee
hummer, were i'll Breckenridge Sunday
Elmer Pettyjohn of Ann Arbor spent
Sunday with friends and relatives here.
Joe Watkins of the Alma Elevator
Co., spent the first OF the week in White
Cloud.
Alfred Scattergood of Petoskep visited
his uncle, A. B. Scattergood of this
city last Saturday.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. a. Wilke and John
Baumaster and wife spent Sunday in
bay City.
Steve Bennett and Charlie Murphy
were Saginaw visitors Tuesday of this
week,
Wool is coming i'll quite freely this
week and buyers are paving from 20 to
26 cents per pound.
George Argent expects to leave next
Monday for Valparizo, Ind. where he
will take ? course III Chemistry.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Moore are the
parents of a baby boy which arrived
Thursday motning.
Miss Lizzie Gaffney returned to De-
troit Monday after spending the winter
with friends and relatives here
Miss Bessie Chapman, who is attend
ing the normal at Mt Pleasant spent
Sunday with friends and relatives here.
Kate Wynn who has been teaching
, near Rochester City returned home
Saturday, school having closed for the
summer.
The Ladies Guild of St. Johns
church will meet the first Tuesday in
June with Mrs. II. 9. Richardson at
her home 10l East Downey street.
Mrs. h. 7. Lamb entertained a mum.
Der of friends at her home on State
street last Friday afternoon. The party
was in the nature of a farewell TO Mrs.
Floyd Glass who leaves soon for Mason
which city will be her future home.
Peter G.. Glow was remembered by
his friends and neighbors on his birth
day May 13, by post card shower. He
received IS. Mr.. Glow was % years old
36 of which he has lived in Gratiot
county.
Judge Mitchell of Port Horon the
oldest Masonic Post Grand Commander
in Michigan and who is active at the
age of % was among the Alma visitors
Tuesday and while i'll the city made our
townsman A. w. Wright a pleasant
call.
The Misses Helen -Knowlton, Jessie
Ring and Helen Stark together with
Messrs. Amassa Rust, Norman Rupp.
S. @. NJ. Kimberly of Saginaw and
Howard Smith of Bay City were guests
at house party at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Francis King last Saturday and
Sunday.
Mrs. Ely Brewbaker entertained the
members of the school board at a six
O'Clock dinner last Friday evening.
Prof. Ellsworth was present and with
the other members of the board
thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality of
the hostess. Bridge and five hundred
kept all busy after the dinner hour
until time to depart for their various
homes.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1910-05-26
Otto SanderhOf
The Cash Hardware Man.

Earnest Siddell of Mantou was a guest
at the home of f. o. Parker Tuesday.
Mrs. c. H. Washhurn who has been
i'll with measles is better again.
Charles Conover of Coldwater was a
visitor in this city Tuesday.
VIM. Powers and Bernie Stocking of
Elk Rapids were Alma visitors Tuesday.
Carlyn Delavan is carrying mail on
route while the regular carrier is
taking his vacation,
The Mt. Pleasant Normals met defeat
at the hands Of the college team Wed.
nesday, at Alma, by the score of S to 3.
Miss Violet Sandy left Wednesday for
st. Is mace to coach the graduating
exercis es for commencement at the
Ursnline Academy.
There will be meeting of the civic
Improvement league in the free reading
room, between the hours of three and
four Friday, June 3rd. 1629t2
J. II. Lancashire and daughter Lilah
left last Thursday for New York city at
which place they join Mrs. Lancashire
and family and go to their summer
home, Manchester by the sea-
Robert Smith ond Harvey Hubbard
have rettrned from their western trip
and eace now are in possession Of a claim
to a Montana farm. They expect to
leave to take possession of their claim
early in the fall.
A Lansing dispatch to the Detroit
Free Press of last Sunday said in speak
ing of Sandy Duncanson of Alma
Without exception, Duncanson is one of
the best pitchers seen here this year and
inquest onably the best hitting pitcher
seen here in some time,
Miss Traps grade from the central
school building marched throug Main
street Wednesday afternoon with flags
flying and preceded by drummer boy.
They were on their way to the Opera
House for practice in their part of the
Decoration Day exercises.
Hundreds of people have availed them
selves of the great opportunity to pur-
chase dry goods. suits. jackets. skirts,
rugs carpets, linoleums, curtains, shoes
and etc. during this week at Pollasky's
20 per cent discount sale, thus saving 20
cents on each and every dollar purchase.
This proves rare chance to purchase
clean new goods at wholesale prices.
Herman +. Schroeder of Wells Con-
servatory of Music of Milwaukee, one
of the best violinists in this part of the
country, has located in Alma and
opened a music studio in the Opera
House block. Mr.. Schroeder and wife
come to Alma highly recommended
and will undoubtedly receive a hearty
welcome from our music loving people.
Mr.. Schroeder intends organizing an or
chestra of 30 or more pieces in this city
and already has the work well under
way. Success to the effort.