THINK GERMAN RETREAT IS man front, both north and south of St.
UNDER WAY ALONG FIRST LINE Quentin, has greatly increased. The
town of St. Quentin itself, which has-
Paris, May 18.-The desperate Ger- been gradually burning for the last
man counter offensive that has been few weeks, is overhung with heavy
going on since day before yesterday in smoke clouds. These facts are con-I
the region of Laffaux is considered in siderpd indications of a retreat, being
competent quarters here as intended similar to those which preceded the
to mask a further retirement of the last retirement in which the Germans
German first line on other parts of the left a vast area of devastation.
front.t
During the last few days the num- There is opportunity in The Michi-
ber of fires in villages behind the Ger- gan Daily Ads Read tnem.



SECRETARY MCADOO ASKS FOR
PURCHASES OF CERTIFICATES
Washington, May 18.-Banks and
trust companies were asked today by
Secretary McAdoo to make preliminary
purchases of short-time treasury cer-
tificates up to at least 50 per cent of
their anticipated subscriptions to the
liberty loan bonds. These certificates
are to be used in making payments for
the bonds, converting the certificates
back into the treasury.

Resorts to Continue Despite War

This practice, it is said, will pre-
sent violent derangement of the money
market and facilities in floating the
immense loan with minimum economic
disturbance.
Says German Boat Sunk on North Sea
London, May 18.-A German tor-
pedo boat sank last night in the North
sea off the Dutch coast, says a Central
News dispatch from Amsterdam to-
day. The craft either struck a mine
or was torpedoed.

Petoskey, May 18.-Despite the war
and under strained business condi-
tions, northern Michigan resorts are
laying plans for one of the biggest re-
sort seasons in recent years. Because
of the dangers of ocean travel, hotel
and resort proprietors in this vicinity
believe that vacationists will flock to
the northern beauty spots in un-
equaled numbers.
Try The Daily for service.


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considered one of the best
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Crothers, in which he will
the Whitney theater Tues-

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SPECIAL NOON
LUNCHEON AND
DINNER IN THE
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LOVELY SUMMER
DRESSES OF COOL
VOILES AND TISSUE

GINGHAMS
Brand New

at 60c

Served from 11:00 to 1:00
noon and from 5:00 to 7:00
the evening.

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The rigid merchandising policy of the Millinery Salon
does not permit even a single shape to be carried over from
one season to another.
That is why customers can choose, today from a wonder-
ful collection of trimmed models from Phipps, Knox, Joseph,
Vogue and other noted designers at just

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Clam Chowder
Cream of Chicken Soup
Consomme with Home Made-
Noodles
Fried Lake Huron Trout with
Tartar Sauce
Roast Loin of Pork with
Apple Sauce
Shoulder of Veal with
Brown Gravy
Prime Rib of Beef an jus
New Wax Beans
Creamed New Carrots and Peas
Rice Croquettes
Lettuce and Cucumbers
Bananas and Nuts
Pickled Peaches
Cherry Pie
Chocolate Layer Cake
Swiss Meringue
Peach Tartlet Surprise
(Seeond Floor-Annex)

A QUICK CLEARAWAY OF THE
SEASON'S TRIMMED HATS

Indescribable summer

quite as original and distinctive as
they are dainty and charming.
Flowered, figured, striped and
Persian patterns in delicate colors
-rose, blue, green, tan; gold and
black. Often there are combina-

ONE-THIRD

Less Than -Regular Prices

styles

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Women who come early are certain to be delighted with
the abundant varieties and distinctive styles.

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Large organdy, net or voile col-
lars. Velvet or ribbon girdles.
Dainty lace trimming and insertion.
The skirts are in tunic or full
shirred effects with bands.


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ALL CLOTH SUITS NOW HALF!

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Priced $3.50 to $15.00.

THE NEWEST
PAJAMAS FOR

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>lay deals with Irish people,
principal character is Dennis
a country barrister. As the
awyer he becomes the foster
f Mona" Cairn, xa girl many
junior. He falls in love with
is unwilling to stand in the
Ier happiness on accoint of
-er age. The play ends, how-
a very satisfactory manner.
lcott will introduce some of
successes in the performance,
ng them will be "A Little Bit
en, "Who Knows," "Irish
Love," and "A Broth of a

YOUNG

WOMEN

"THE COSMOPOLITAN"
, I~In a variety of ways these
lovely sleeping garments
prove their superiorityin
the smartness of their styles,
in the fine, soft texture of
their materials, in their care-
ful tailoring and thoroughly
comfortable design.
$1.98 and $2.75 for pink,
white or lavender models.
T $7.00 for models of exquis-
" I4 ite pink silk.
(Corset Shop-Second Floor)

All $25.00 Values Marked..........................$12.59
All $30.00 Values Marked .......................$15.09
All $35.00 Values Marked .........................$17.50
All Higher Priced Models (Silk Suits Excepted) Propor-
tionately Low.
The great Suit Clearaway has progressed so swiftly and
steadily that today it enters into its final phase-EVERY-
THING HALF PRICE-several weeks in advance of the
regular schedule. Nothing much can be said that will
add further significance to the prices noted above. There
are still plenty of handsome models in a full range of the
season's best fabrics and colors. Here are the same smart
styles, the same distinctive trimmings and original features
that scored tremendously during the hight of the season.
Call early to make your selection. Plenty of salespeople
will be on hand to insure prompt service.

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is the last time the war
will be seen at the Majestic
cture depicts the horrors of
ells how they can be averted.
,000 take part in the battles
es. The working parts of a
e are shown, together with
arge of a torpedo.
All THE ARCADE
Lupin," Paul Potter's play
le Williams as the likable
the well known detective
the offering at the Arcade
day.
the story of the most crafty
ing thief on the continent.
he time he masquerades as
1, the great detective. In
nture, he assumes the title
ke de Charmerace, takes over
nd estates, becomes engaged
,ughter of an art collector.
robberies and is discovered.
extricates himself from this
makes the plot of the story.
)REAN SEEDS ARRIVE
0TANICAL GARDENS USE

FIRST GREA T DAY OF THE
MAY UNDERMUSLIN SALE


NEW COA T PRICES-FOUR AMAZING GROUPS

New undermuslin styles will be introduced and opportunity afford-
ed for women to prepare summer wardrobes at savings that come only
once during a season. You are Invited to take generous advantage of
these splendid May values.
$1.00 Gowns at 79c-Made of excellent muslin and trimmed with
dainty laces and embroidery.
$1.25 to $5.00 Gowns at 95c to $2.98-Slip-over and high neck styles,
including exquisite hand worked models from the Philippines.
$1.00 Chemises at 79c-Envelope styles trimmed with lace inser-
tion and edging.
$1.25 to $3.00 Envelope Chemises at 95c to $1.98.
$1.00 Skirts at 79c-Neat, full width models trimmed with em-
broidery ruffles or lace insertion.
$1.25 to $5.00 Skirts at 95c to $2.98.
50c to $1.50 Muslin Corset Covers at 39c to 95c.
$1.98 Nainsook Corset Covers trimmed with organdy inserts at
$1.29.
(Corset Shop-Second Floor)

Silk Coats and English Cravenetted Tweeds are the only exceptions in our complete Spring collection;
all others are included Saturday in one or another of these four great divisions:

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$7.50 to $10.00 Values at
$4.75
Black and white checks, mix-
tures and navy serges.
All have large collars of self
material, silk or broadcloth.
They are belted, pocketed and
smartly ornamented with novel-
ty buttons. Irresistable values.

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$20.00 and $22.50
at $12.50

Values

SPORT GIRDLE

$12.50 to

shipment of seeds has been
at the botanical gardens from
rhe plants, which are used
ine by the native doctors of
e practically unknown to the
rofession of this country.
eds will be planted at the
and will be used for experi-
determining if the plants can
or medical purposes in this
This work is carried on in
n with the Severence Med-
ge of Seoul, the capital of

Golf in it; ride in it; swim in it; wear
it for all forms of outdoor exercise. Feel
how carefully it supports without hinder-
inig the slightest movement of the body.
Know the full joy of real out-door life.
See this newest summer luxury.
Plain white coutil or pink brocade. All
sizes.

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$15.00 Values at
$8.50

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Wool jerseys, summer velours,
serges and tricotines in navy,
honey, chartreuse, green, rose
and checks.
Full flaring styles with large
square or round collars and
single or double belts.
$25.00 to $30.00 Values at
$17.50
Wool and cut velours, poplins,
serges, wool jerseys and gunni-
burls in gold, apple green, Kel-
ly green, honey, sand, delft blue
and rose.
High waist and full loose belt-
ed models with cape or pointed
collars and sashes or belts.

Serges, wool velours and pop-
line In navy, honey, checks and
plaids.
Shirred styles with pockets,
pleated back effects, and coats
that flare gracefully from the
shoulder and are belted in front.

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All Higher Priced Cloth Coats at One-Third Less
(Fashion Salons-Second Floor)

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