Apostrophe Not Needed
by Dave Pelland on July 23, 2010
Pity the poor apostrophe. It works mightily to help us shorten two words into contractions, and to indicate possession. Unfortunately, it often gets pressed into extra duty and is asked incorrectly to identify a plural, or is tacked on for no apparent reason.
We’re kicking off an occasional feature we’re calling “apostrophe abuse” in which we highlight instances where an apostrophe is used in a way Nature never intended.
Unless the Lions Club has only one member, the apostrophe is not needed.
Sears. Apostrophe-free (except at this mall) since 1886.
