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The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1917-04-25

come Of the wildly and the
childer with no pay Saturday
night? It's a sorry day whin the
mon of the house is taken away.
as mony strong mon is, Mike,
for the wildly and the little
childer who love their Daddy so
much"
A sober look came over Ryan's
wrinkled face as O'Connor with
true Irish volubility followed up
his argument: "And do you
think, Mike, whin We take that
long trip and, sittin' up there
in Heaven wild all the angels
around, We look down at the lit
tie home that was so happy and
We see the wolfe and the little
childer wonderin' what to do
not only without Daddy but
without the pay envelope, that
yell feel that We did just the
right thing-did all We could?
"And, Mike, man, whin yere
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1917-04-25

We, Ryan, when a mon goes to
his days work, after a noice
breakfast that his wolfe has
cooked for him, and she brings
his dinner pail to him at the
door as he laves in the mornin'
ard gives him a noice kiss on the
cheek, it gives a mon a good
send-of for the days work; and
when he takes out his dinner
pail at noon, after the hot and
hard marnin's work, and finds
the noice lunch she has put up
for him, with a good pace of ap-
pie pie at the bottom, and he
thinks of the home he'll be goin'
to when the days work is over
and the wee childer that will
meet him at the door and throw
their arms around the legs OF
Daddy, it's a proud mon that We
might have a right to be. And
whin We take off yere coat and
sit down to the supper that yere
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1917-04-25

wolfe gets and hear the childer
teIlin' their Daddy about the
days schoolin' and all their
pranks and prattle, it gives We
a heart for the days work and
makes We feel that loife is WORTH.
while"
Ryan shifted uneasily in his
chair and O'Connor continued:
did We ever think, Ryan, that
the tonne will come whin there
will be no Mike to come home
on Saturday night wild the pay
envelope for the wolfe? And
that whin yere up in Heaven,
wild the BLESSED Virgin and all
the little angels, that the wildly
Ryan and the wee childer will
have no Daddy to see off in the
marnin' or to throw their arms
around when he comes at night
And whin We go on the long
journey from where yell niver
come back, Mike, what will be-
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1917-04-25
How O'Connor Sold
RYAN A Gate Check
To the Great Beyond
1t May Have Been A Clever Irish
Trick, But 1t Was For Wildly
Ryan's Good.

O'Connor called on his friend
RYAN on July afternoon, just
as Ryan came home for his sup
per from his days work. With
characteristic Irish hospitality
Ryan asked O'Connor to stay
for supper.
Supper was over and while
the wife was clearing away the
dishes, O'Connor and Ryan went
out into the shade on the front
porch. AS Ryan settled back in
lis chair and began to puff on
his pipe, O'Connor said: 81 tell
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1917-04-25

Of absence from Heaven for we
to go down on earth again and
sign the paper that ye wouldn't
sign thin, Mike, would We do
it,"
Mike turned around with a
look of assurance: "Sure |
would" said he.
"Then," said O'Connor, the
insurance agent, mike, mon,
sign it now; yell not have that
other chance !"-Contributed.
On Sunday, April 20, leaving
Minneapolis over 500 Line at
11:45 A. M. special excursion
train to Kenmare, N. D., and
return. $3.50 round trip. For
further information write J. S.
Murphy, immigration Agent for
500 Line, Minneapolis, or L. M.
Summerville, 700 First National
500 Line Building, Minneap-
oils. 39-2t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Liberty Loan Publicity.

The United States government has
bonds to sell. The people are to buy
them. In business parlance. Uncle Sam
is displaying his goods in the national
market and the question of publicity is
paramount. What is the best method
Of letting the buying public know that
bonds are for sale and the terms on
which they are to be bought, If this
were an ordinary commercial transac-
ton there would be no doubt Of the
procedure. The seller would advertise
his wares through the most effective me-
dunn, the newspaper. Owing to in
herent difficulties, the United States
government has decided not to attempt
Newspaper advertising Of the liberty
loan on its own account, and has util-
lied the patriotic energies of citizens to
bring the fact, the necessity and the
conditions Of the loan wildly and in
sistentiy before the people. Yet the
value of advertising in such q case is
realized so keenly that the business men
Of Washington are devoting full pages
Of their own space in The Star to this
end. For this publie-spirited enterprise
there should be the fullest appreciation.
As . token of that appreciation every
reader Of The Star should promptly buy
. bond
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Roosevelt and Bryan.

Mr.. Roosevelt at "health farm" re-
ducing weight arouses interest. If at
homo losing weight without an effort he
would arouse anxiety.
News of this man, no matter its ma
ture, always commands attention. He
is many-sided, and hence for one rea-
son or another makes appeal all around.
Scholars, students, men Of action;
sports" gilded loafers, men about
town, all like him. He il q good man
for newspaper copy. He is always do
ing something. Rest is foreign to his
nature With him, rest would be rust,
In his case, while there is life there will
be work.
He is nearing sixty, and has been on
the jump from the start. At school, and.
later, on a western ranch, he was all
alive. As politician, he has set the
pegs for variety Of service and diligence
Of performance. His side lines have
been hT9ting and exploring, and in both
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
ton, and which he could not possibly
transfer to another.

ton, and which he could not possibly
transfer to another.
Equally true is it that he can well
afford to leave to others at present the
duty Of clearing up any obscurities that
may exist here and there on the subjects
Of the country's entrance into the war,
the later. and latest, purposes as to the
Army and Navy, and the necessity of
hostilities. Many competent and elo-
quent men are discoursing on those
points at popular meetings, and doing
what can be done to quicken war inter
est where sluggish, and create it where
lacking.
But in Washington are many boards
and commissions which look to the Pres
ident for guidance in their very impor-
tant and difficult duties. They are COM
posed Of excellent men, trained in va
rious branches of business, and eager to
render public service in the eountry's
great need. But as they are treading
new paths, and though handling famil
lar matters are handling them for new
and very large ends, they require in
their doubts and controversies referee,
so to say, occasionally. They turn to
the President naturally because of his
office and the authority he derives from
it. He is the court of last resort. With
his approval, thing goes
This is no leisure time for the Presi-
dent, and none will come his way while
the war lasts. The adjournment of Con
gress does not lessen his labors or anx-
ieties in any material degree. Work in
great volume, variety and eomplexity
remains for him TO do. He must keep
his eye on the gun. not alone because of
the pressing matters of the hour, but
for the additional reason that. when
Congress reassembles, ii and the coun-
try will expect from him message hav-
ing to do with all developments of the
war since the special session closed, as
they may have affected us and imposed
new obligations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Municipal Government.

The political sensation in Philadel.
phia continues Mayor Smith and sew
eral subordinate city officials, charged
with conspiracy to commit crimes against
the election laws and in connection
Herewith to commit murder, have been
held in heavy bail to await action by
the grand jury. This has been followed
by habeas corpus proceedings, and later
this month the eases will again be taken
up in court.
Although widely advertised as q con-
sentative city, and even joked as slow,
Philadelphia has long known a strenu-
Gus brand of municipal politics. Ma
chine control, with concomitant corrup-
ton and decentralization, has often been
alleged, and now and then reform eff
fort has won at the polls. As a rule,
however, the towns affairs for years
have been under machine domination,
and faction fighting has fourished.
The same is true of other large cities,
and it accounts for the fact that the
most conspicuous American failure is
municipal government. The wonder is,
and long has been, why politics should
be introduced into contests Of a munich
pal kind. 1t has no legitimate place
there, and should be barred. But it
manages to find place; and once it
gets its muzzle inside the flap it is soon
in complete possession of the tent.
just now warm contest is in progress
in New York city. Four years ago a
non partisan administration of the
towns affairs was agreed upon; and it
has worked excellently. The town has
had good government. Many citizens Of
intelligence and substance are SO we'll
satisfied they want a continuation of the
arrangement. Mayor Mitchers re-elec-
ton is asked as in the best interests of
all.
But vigorous opposition has set up.
The object of it is to throw the town
back into the clutches of the politicians.
Tammany, of course, is leading the
movement, and if it succeeds Tammany
will be the principal beneficiary. 1t has
often run the town, and wants to run
it again. 1t is hard UPON its uppers,
indeed-and again in control will rule
after its old and we'll known fashion.
Can it be possible that the majority Of
the people Of New York, with their ex-
perienee Of what Tammany rule means,
will vote Tammany backi The leader
ship is the same as when the organiza-
ton was last in power. The rank and
file arc very hungry, and the "pickings"
very tempting. Tammany today is re-
joicing In the division Of the opposition,
and in the hope that it cannot be healed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Mr.. Wilson Not to Stump.

Tho President, it is stated, will not 20
on tour, either in behalf of the liberty
loan, or any other feature of the war,
but remain at his desk here and give
a$tsntion to the details of many of the
matters now in the hands Of boards and
eemmissions.
This Is wise decision. Stamping for
~ loan is in full swing, and in charge
u men entirely competent for the work.
oswstary MeAdoo is leading the pro-
eoggaon. and among his aids are the
0o0 prominent politicians and business
~ h he country. Were the Presi-
6sos % join the procession, he would
ea6uE q course. become it, first figure.
- - tins would be taken from other
Mho 1sssias hssvily upon his alton
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
he has achieved something. His bag has
usually been full, and his discoveries
out of the ordinary.

he has achieved something. His bag has
usually been full, and his discoveries
out of the ordinary.
A natural question is, How did so &C
tive man fall victim to superfuous
flesh: The only answer is, he has the
flesh, and is getting rid of all he does
not need Success to the effort.
The only man III our public affairs
matter of energy and constant activity
is Mr.. Bryan. And he, too, is carrying
more flesh than when he first flashed
upon the stage. Then he was as slender
as racer, and as full of speed. He
struck a gait that made older men gasp;
and he has been keeping 1t up ever
lines of the racer long ago disappeared,
Interest in Mr. Bryan, too, keeps up.
Although not a many sided man, he
makes wide appeal. News about him
what he is saying and doing gets a
good place in the newspapers, and
catches the eyes of their readers. lie,
too. is nearing sixty, but without any
slaekening of energy. He still makes
a good score, notwithstanding his three
score.
Which will slaeken first? 1t is ques-
ton, and might serve as the basis for Il
bet. Mr.. Roosevelt at the health farm
is only training for new, and even in
tenser, effort. They may slow up to-
gethcr, making it dead heat. And
when they retire. neither will leave
likeness in politics behind. Each has
run an original course, and put things
to his credit out of the range of con
ventionaI endeavor and achievement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Washington's Growth.

Especial Importance attaches to the
police census of the District which will
be taken on the lst of November, for
Washington is in q marked state of
change and growth, and it is essential
that as close an approximation as pos
sible be had of the population. There
has been an unusual growth during the
past three years and particularly during
the last six or eight months, ever since
the break with Germany. Various esti-
mates have been made of the increase
due to the enlargement of the govern
ment's organization and the development
of a special war administration, rising
as high as 400, 900 from the census bu
reau's estimate of 365,000 made last
year
Washington has probably grown
faster in the Hast eight months than any
other Of the large American cities. in
consequence of this governmental ex-
pansion, though some of the smaller in
dustrial centers have undoubtedly in
creased at more rapid rate in the
course of the development of plants fill
ing war orders. This increase is of a
practically permanent character. While
there may be some shrinkage of the de-
partment forces after the war the gov
eminent organization will not return
to its former status
More than mere curiosity as to the
size Of the city justifes particularly
careful, thorough census at this time.
Washington has closely approached if
1t has not actually reached the limit of
its housing equipment. There is. in
deed, an actual shortage due in large
part to the governments taking over
apartment houses, both new and old.
Some provision must be made for the new
arrivals and the natural increase in the
population. While nothing is practicable
in this way Immediately on large scale,
owing to the scarcity of labor and the
excessively high cost of building ma
terials, it is imperative that plans be laid
now for an expansion of the city's hous-
ing facilities.
In this connection it is to be noted
that the housing problem board of the
Council of National Defense has decided
to exclude Washington from its activi-
ties, concentrating on the industrial CEN
tiers and leaving the capital to the local
defense council, which has already IN
dertaken survey of the field. No more
important matter is now in view. A
conference should be held at once be-
tween the municipal authorities and the
local real estate owners and builders to
determine what can be done toward new
constructions in short order. With the
practical assurance that Washington will
not 60 back in population after the war
lin proof of this it is but necessary to
look at the local experience after the
civil war, when this city more than dou-
bled in populations program of e1-
pansion for the early relief Of the city's
congestion should be possible
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Disloyalty in Action.

yhe N6RB.
Defeated in their endeavors to terrify
American citizens and SO make the war
unpop lar by the circulation Of base
less rumors Of disaster to American
troopships, the pro-German dissemina-
tors of verbal poison now center their
efforts on slandering the Red Cross and
other agencies that are working with
splendid devotion to help the soldiers
in the field. The masked enemies of
the country are spreading abroad about
a dozen stock stories of graft, dishon-
esty and Incompetence that are care
fully calculated to impress the tgno-
rant and in a measure discredit an in
valuable service.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
A Student of Celebrities.

A Student of Celebrities.
"Did you ever hear of Helen Of
Troy7"
"Who's shep inquired Gladys.
"The most beautiful of women.
"Well, it's funny a fan like me hasn't
seen her. She must be in picture
that's only just been released"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

A superb Long Tuxedo Collar is OF fine
net with a hand embroidered border of
flet. 1t is III yards long. Price, $3.50;
A Real Thread Fiiet Lace Straight-roll
collar, Tuxedo style, for the back Of the
pric. $500. A Long. Straight Collar.
edged dyed in fiiet. Price. s12,bo An elegant
Jseanese trimming is Black Chiffon, en-
broidered in gold. green, old rose and
cenrpette Crepe is embroidered IN brown,
sreen and gold. Price. yard, $3.50. An
ornament. Of the kind now in much favor
AS trimming. is one of the unique shapes.
n ia beaded on black net. with coral.
green. white and gold beads: All Jap
snese. price. $500. One in deep pointed
shape is wrought of gold, silver, blue,
green and sapphire beads. Price, si.ao.
First Floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Economic Views.

Economic Views.
care you a socialist"
eyes"
"And what are the opinions of So
cialists"
"Same as those of a republican or a
democrat. He thinks he could run the
government great deal better if he
could only get hold of it."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
The Kaiser!

From the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
The world might pity, could it forRet
the crimes this man has committed
against humanity. Instead, the world
merely grits its teeth and resolves n
see the task through with unabated
energy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

The cables do not transmit informa-
ton as to whether German sailors re-
fuse to serve on a submarine because
they are afraid or because they are
ashamed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
A Wish.

Used to hate the quarreIing
That the folks was dom;
Used to fear the talk they'd bring
When their wrath was brewing.
But how peaceful seem those days
At the present writing!
How we miss those old-time ways
Since folks went to fighting.
All the languages on earth
Used to spoil the quiet;
Worked for all that they were worth
To promote riot.
Now those hours seem mild and bright
And correct in morals.
Wish the world would stop its fight
An resume its quarrels
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

No American should assume that he
is doing the government favor to in
vest in liberty bonds. Such an invest
ment is a, financial opportunity as well
as a patriotic obligation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

No matter how nations may fight, that
little matter Of the worlds base bali
championship must be settled without
postponement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

s,nerh Cameo Pin has n very rich
,sa,,nd ~ cold and black enamel, and
to Price, $3.50. An exquisite
NECKLACE that. brings thought OF the
nda,.s Of four coral roses. Price.
sssasn'S A q Necklace of Seed Pearls has
a pendant Of three medsllions. Price.
$4,000. A Dainty Imported level Box ~, Is
Constructed of leather, IN delft blue. The
velvet lining is blue. The adjustable tray
is on gilt hinges. The, several compart.
vents are so arranged that quite lot of
1ewelry can be stored. Price, $1,000. First
Floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

A great many Of Bernstorff's letters
telling the kaiser Of his fine work in
corrupting Americans were the merest
scraps of paper.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

The use of alcohol is being discour-
aged the world over. This is the first
time in the history of nations that Mars
has gone on record as prohibitionist.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

By this time the Mexicans have no
doubt become reconciled to the idea of
not having Texas turned over to them
along with few iron crosses.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

Germany's government has had long
time in which to make itself popular
with Alsace-Lorraine, but has secured
no results whatever.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

It was mistake for Holland to dab
BILE in shipments of metal and building
material when she was doing the bust
ness of the world in tulip bulbs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

The pickets have given Supt. Whit
taker national reputation as an over
worked man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

Boys in the German army are young
enough to be listening to fairy tales;
and they have been doing so.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON
A Gay Deceiver.

A Gay Deceiver.
"Do you think that diplomat ever real
ly deceived anybody"
eyes. he deceived his own govern
ment into the belief that he was deceiv-
ing another government"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

new Checker Board. intended especi-
ally for travellers, is Il folding case on
each side of which are the squares form
ing the board. In each square is a hole,
into which the blocks are securely fitted,
thus preventing their losing place with
me moving of the car. Price, Soc. Fourth
Floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
A Confused Impression.

A Confused Impression.
"How do the German soldiers get iron
crossesW asked Broncho Bob.
"They have to win 'em"
"Win 'em! knew they were right
plentiful. But I had no idea the bows
were usin' 'em for poker chips"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

The Chinese invented gunpowder, but
they did not go to the extremes now
witnessed in high explosives.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

shade Pulls of oriental make are
adorned with flowers and birds, making
DAINTY window ornaments. They are Sits
Second Floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

An elegant Old Gold Silk Sweater has
An vide girdle. finished with a
Of Gran sne ss r sas
is "A inches wide. Price SOW yard. Eros
rFsps' yard an essa Liberty dause in pale
pinSs 40 inches wide. Price. yard, $500:
Heavy Liberty G Gause. in in rich blue; q a
IIhertv Velyets, in all rich and durable
ani"rs suitable for the most superb
toilets. are 40 inches wide. Price. yard,
$500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Eoonomiziug.

From he Atlanta Constellation.
Tho pocketbook anticipated Hoover in
telling US what to eat and when,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

A Klever Kraft Silver Dessert Saucer
hns lining of cut glass in floral de-
sign The silver mounting has ball feet,
Price. Sl.l5. Fifth Floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
Resignation.

Resignation.
Although the profit holsters thrive,
My courage is not lost
So long as can keep alive
I shall not mind the cost.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

An exquisite Silk Embroidered Edging
for dress trimming is in real Japanese
style. The c"lors are blue, gold and old
rose, most artistically combined Price,
per yard, Toe. First Floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13

Low Comport Sherhct Glass has an
optlc glass lining. very richly cut The
Never Kraft silver mounting is of an
exceptionally attractive shape Price
Sl.35. Fifth Floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-10-13
AMONG THE NEW THINGS.

Unique and beautiful is Metallic I'm
bossed Ribbon, in a new combination OF
blue, green and violet. with gold thread.
designing an elaborate floral pattern. IL
is ten inches wide. Price, yard, $500.
One in gray, blue, cerise and gold has
the peacock feather effect. Price, yard.
500, A. rose design in silver. on
brocade OF violet, green and rose brecade
is S3,75 yard. wonderfully unique de
sign is the Indian Navajo blanket pat
tern. in all the richest Indian colors. IL
is the genuine Swastika Good Luck de-
sign. Price. $3.50 yard. These new Rib
bons are greatly sought for trimmings.
collars, cuffs and girdles. also for fancy
bags. They are imported. First Floor.