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IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. VOL. XVI, No 42. CITY NEWS. (N B. I you have relatives or friends visiting in the city or going to make a visit, please inform us; we solicit all your local news—Ed.) Mrs. John Brown is on the sick list this week. Prof. Brown, 1018 Walnut street, professional advice, letter writing and composition. John Spencer of Grinnell, the cement contractor, is a visitor in our city this week. Mr. Roland Johnson of Marysville, Mo. is visiting his sister, Mrs. John Redmond of this city. Prof. L. H. S. Brown has moved his family to 1028 Twelfth street; but still retains his office at 1018 Walnut. Mrs. Luther E. Perry of St. Joseph, Mo., arrived in our city this week to visit her daughter, Mrs. Oscar Glass. L. W. Williams, Grand Chancellor of the k. of P. for Iowa of Boone spent Sunday in our city attending the k. of P. annual sermon. Mr. Le Roy Tucker, secretary of the Y. M. C. A. of Buxton, is in our city undergoing an operation. He made the Bystander a pleasant call. The delegates to the Miners annual state convention from Buxton which are holding their annual conventions are E. M. Hendrix, W. H. Brown, J. A. Baker, Tom Watson, C. W. Rodgers, Jake Wilson. Messrs. Earl Comley and Frank Nott of Webster City came down to spend a few days in our city. They were the guest of Mr. Branam Hyde. The I. O. B. club met at the residence of Mrs. John Redmond on Mulberry street Tuesday morning from 9 to 11 o'clock. Next meeting at the home of Mrs. Geo. Wells in Highland Park. Henry Coleman of Boone, the student at Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, Ia., was in our city last week to deliver his prize winning oration "The Philosophy of the Race Problem" before a society here. He made a favorable impression among the Des Moinesites. He called at the Bystander office. The M. C. T. club will hold a public meeting on Monday April 4, at the residence of Mrs. Green, Fourteenth Place and Crocker street. The subject for the evening will be music. The friends are also invited to hear this program. The members are all requested to be present. The regular meeting will be held in the afternoon of the same date with Miss Hyde on Thirteenth street. Rev. F. Douglass Woodford, pastor of Burn's M. E. church, Twelfth and Crocker streets, will preach his farewell sermon Sunday night, April 8, at 8 p.m. He will leave Monday night for Kansas City, Mo., to attend the Central Missouri Annual Conference, which will be held in the Centennial M. E. church April 6 The Y. M. P. Association gave their initiatory opening last Thursday evening in their new room, Ninth and Park, which had been overhaul and fixed up for the association. Their hall was crowded, every seat was taken and standing room was at a premium. It was simply a reception to the public in order that the public might know just what this association stands for and the work they are endeavoring to do. The program was very short: Prayer by Rev. H. W. Petter; violin solo by L. McGuire; address by John L. Thomp son; solo by Miss Edna Alexander; reading by Miss Edyth Comley; short talk by the president, Dr. A J. Booker, Mr. E Tracy Blagburn was master of ceremony. A very enjoyable time was had by all. The Des Moines Negro Literary Convention will hold its third session at the residence of Dr. J. H. Williams, 819 Thirthews street, Monday evening for the purpose of devising plans for the city literary contest to be held on May 27th. All committee chairman will be prepared to report their work so far as they have gone. By order S. Joe Brown, Chairman. Miss Beess Mason, Sec. Rooms for light housekeeping. L. J. Shelton, 1913 Jefferson Ave. Mrs. Price Alexander is quite sick the past week but improving now. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Smith of South Dakota returned to our city last week on business. Mrs. J. C. Williams is on the sick list but is much improved at this writing. Rev. Mason of Monmouth, Ill., was in our city this week attending the Western Baptist Association Board Meeting, also Rev. W. S. Wilson of Toseka, Kansas and Rev. Bacote of Kansas City, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Kitchens were host and hostess to the following friends to an Easter party. Easter breakfast was served at 9 o'clock a.m. to the party consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Buckner, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Cottoms Mrs. J. H. Perkins, Mrs. S. F. Thomas of Highland Park and Mr. Paul L. Carter of Keokuk. KEOKUK NOTES. A more ideal Easter could scarcely be imagined than the mild, balmy, spring-day enjoyed by Keokuk people last Sunday, not in many years have new gowns and pretty head wore proverbal of the occasion he so smiled upon by the church. Mrs. Mary "The Virgin" corner 14th and high streets a celebration of the Holy Eucharist was observed at 6:45 a.m. the church was pretty decorated with cut flowers. At the church street beautiful Easter services were held all day, a special program was rendered at the Sunday Lecture club, which was greatly enjoyed. The children's program in the evening was the feature service, a beautiful cantata being rendered which was the delight of every one who attended. The children were everywhere in evidence. The services at all three of the Baptist churches were largely attended and was strict in keeping with the day, being profusely decorated in ferns and cut flowers. Mr. John Alden of Milwaukee, Wis, is visiting at the home of his mother, Mrs. M. Alden, 1407 Morgan street. My Miss Tyrangle is very ill at her home, 611 N. 5th street, little hope is entertained for her recovery, much to the regret of her many friends. Miss Dainy is the mother of Mrs. M. Alden, 1407 Morgan street. She gave a splendid talk at the Young Men's Sunday Lecture club Easter Sunday which was well received. Mr. Ben James is very ill at his home 16-Franklin street, it is feared that an operation be necessary. Mr. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. is visiting at the home of Mr. Hardings' Sister Mrs. Geo. Ashley 1307 Morgan street. SIoux CITY ITEMS. Easter day dawned on us Sunday with not a cloud in the sky to mar its beauty. The Easter exercises in all the Sunday schools throughout the city was held either in the evening or afternoon. Most of the churches were decorated in white and green, palms and potted plants and lilies helped to make up the trimming. Mr. C. B. Hosner of Prof. Booker T. Washington's Normal and Industrial Institute of Tuskegee, Ala., is in our city soliciting and meeting with good success, he will go from here to Des Moines, Ia. The A. I. P. club met with Lrs. Hudson Friday afternoon, it being time for the annual election, the work of electing officers was taken up. The following one were elected namely: Mrs. Hudson, President; Mrs. LuLa Lee Corres, Secy; Mrs. Hog, Recording Sey; Mrs. Anna Norris, Treasurer. The club wl meet next Friday with Mrs. Costs Rew. J. W. V. Dowd, pastor of the M. E. church he spent six months in his field of labor, he met much discouragement when he took up his work, for the church was run completely down, but with abiding faith in Christ he went forward doing this good work, up to the present time he has built the work up in all of the departments of church, his consecrated charge and the Sunday he built up and the member he has been increased in the church department, he and his wife have won many friends both in and out of the church since they came in our oldist. May God bless the work. HUMAN LIFE include Alfred Henry Lewis, Charles Edward Russell, Rufus H. Gilmore, Le Verne A. Bar- ber, William T. Prosser, Anne Pathway, Edwin Wildman, and a host of others. The Syndicate Cafe DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 1910. Summer weight union suits, cru color, short or long sleeves, $1.00 values selling at 69c. Mrs. Francis Coleman formerly of Sioux Falls S. D., but now a resident in our city expects soon to open up a home for orphans and aged people, watch for further write up, or visit for Okt-wa, L., where he has accepted a call from the baptist church of said, his many friends in our city wih him success in his new field of labor. Mr. D. R. Williams who is in the service of the R. R. company was called suddenly to Chicago Friday on importation. The social entertainment given by the I. O. O. R. fodge last Thursday evening at Siltzer's hall was largely attended and was a success both socially and financially. Miss I. C. Brooks who has been missed by Mr. Anna Norrise and uncle Mr. T. H. Sturgis the past six months left for Chicago Tuesday for a short visit with relatives before returning to her home in Eufaula, Ala., she made many friends while in our city even cupid got busy. Mrs. Uailman Sullivan I. C., Ia., can afford to city visit week and expects to remain in our city a week, she is the guest of Mrs. J. C. Reid while here. The exercises at the A. M. E. church throughout the day on Sunday were very nice. A special program was rendered in the evening. The sum taken up for missionary work was $110.00 in the city and $100.00 west to Sioux Falls Monday for a few days visit with his mother. DAVENPORT ITEMS Rev. D. A. Holmes of the 3rd Baptist church returned Sunday after visiting his wife and baby in Fort Madison, and giving a two weeks service in Bloomington, Ill. He filled the stand in the morning and observed the Easter program in the evening. His wife was not to travel yet, so he did not bring her. Mrs. A. Highy and Miss Elsa Baker or Omahn, Nebb, who have been visiting their sister and sister-in-law, Mrs. F. Baker for the past week returned home last Sunday evening. They were very royally and highly entertained by the bishop. To please the bishop, Bethal A. M. E. church observed Easter services Easter morning and evening. Rev. T. B. Stovall delivered the Easter sermon in the morning. The morning program was carried out by the bishop's, addresses being read by Mrs. Wm. Shepherd, and a solo "Lean Kindly Light" was given by Mr. R. T. Haskins. The Sunday school student brought in flowers and held in the chairs by the choir of the Allen league. The church was beautifully decorated with ferns and cut flowers, and the draperies were beautiful. The program was nicely carried out. A solo was given by Mr. R. T. Hastings and by Mrs. G. Washington. It was one of the great works held in the church. The church was fullest capacity. The officers and teachers deserve great credit for their work. FT. MADISON Special to the Bystander. On last Wednesday night a very pleasant surprise was given in honor of Mr. James Sanders of 710 Fifth street. All arrangements having been previously planned by his estimable wife wife, Francis Sanders, at the appointed hour of 10:30 a.m. in his home of Mrs. Win Stewart, marched in a body to the cosy home of Mr. and Mrs. Sanders, after having sung There's a Stranger at the door, they walked into the house and took possession. Mr. Sanders stood speechless as each one began to congratulate him on the happy occasion. The man he had gained his speeck, frankly admitted that the surprise was a complete one. After which Mr. Chas, Eubanks, in a very pleasing manner and with a few well chosen words presented to Mr. Sanders a beautiful chair which the man had brought with enough to BYSTANDER TWO— bring with them. The first part of the evening was spent in general conversation, the latter part in devouring the good things Mrs. Sanders had prepared to eat. She served a menu which consisted of oyster patties, fruit salad, deviled ham, coffee, ice cream, assortment of fruits, and desserts. The present were Rev. J. W. Evans and family; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Henry; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Eubanks; Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Jackson; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Dunlap; Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Jackson; Mr. Bert Henry and family; Mrs. Henry Stewart; Mrs. Edgar Dunlap; Neuny; Miss Marae Stewart and Miss L. E. Williams. Mrs. Sanders was assisted by Mrs. Wm. Stewart, Mrs. Fred Henry, Miss Marae Stewart and Miss L. E. Williams. At a late hour all returned to their homes pronouncing Mrs. Sanders an agreeable hostess, and wishing Mr. Sanders many happy birthdays. MARSHALLTOWN ITEMS. Mr. Tom Lowry of Toledo, In., spent Monday in the city on buns. The Dunbar Progressive club met with Sadie Warn. A program was given. A luncheon was served by the hostess assisted by Mrs Wilda Warn, Mrs. H. Men's $1.00 Shirts, 49c: Broken assortment of attractive colored shirts in light and dark patterns, cuffs attached, coat style; $1.00 qualities, special, 49c. Gould of Des Moines was guest of the club. Mrs. H Gould of Des Moines was guest of Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Brown over Earle Brown. Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Brown entertained Thursday evening in honor of Mrs. H. Gould of Des Moines. The evening was spent with music, games and playing whist. A delightful time was had with the children in the huestes assisted by Miss Grace Gray. Miss Jess Walker entertained at a three course dinner Easter Sunday in honor of Mrs. Gould of Des Moines. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Brown, Wilda Warn, Missers Earl Brown Earl Humphrey and Harry Carter. Mrs. Henry Flippings entertained at a six o'clock dinner Sunday, covers were laid for eight. The man who has been quite ill at the hospital is improving. Mr. Carl Brown went to Cedar Rapids to attend the ball March 29. DAVENPORT NOTES Rev. C. W. Dowell of Wayman chaple, and evangelist, Mr. Harris of Chicago who are holding revival meetings at Wayman chaple took tea with Rev. T. B. Stoval Tuesday afternoon. They meeting quite a success with their meetings. Rev. D. A. Holmes of Third Baptist church left Sunday for Fort Madison where he will visit his wife and baby who are visiting their mother. From there Rev. Holmes will go to Bloomsburg where he attended the funeral of her sister. A branch of the W. C. T. U. was organized Sunday evening among the colored women, by Mrs. Chogen one of the women who were elected at Bethel A. M. C. church, President, Mrs. C. H. Marshall; Vice President, Mrs. E. Stoval; Secretary, Mrs William Shepherd; Treasurer, Miss Florence Martin. In addition and Widowens convention was held a success last week at Bethel A. M. E. church. The convention was opened by a selection from the chair. Invocation by the pastor Rev. T. B. Stovall, an address was delivered by G. W. Scott, Mayor of the city. The marriage was held. The advantages and advantages of being a widow was the subject for discussion. It was opened by Mrs. C. H. Marshall followed by Rev. D. A. Holmes, Paper by Mrs. C. B. Lewis, president of the Colored Women federation, closing remarks by Rev. T. B. Stovall, who was served in the dining hall. Mrs. G. Perkins entertained the E. L. D. club last Friday afternoon, after the regular routine of business a two course luncheon was served by the hostess. Mrs. G. Perkins wore Howard, at which time the ladies entertain their husbands. Pastor and members held cottage prayer meeting with Mr. H. McGaw, who is unable to be our last Saturday, and who is unable to work. Plasterers and Carpenters are at work Plasterers and Carpenters are at work again at Bethel A. M. E. church. ALBIA NEWS. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Grayson of Hosking Hawen. Harven of Hosking, Sunday Mr. Brown of Hocking spent Sunday in Albia at Easter services. Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Washington of Hocking spent Sunday in Albia, assisting with the Easter services. Sawyer Spears and the Hicks of Brionville visited Albia this week on business and also the guest of Mr. Ed. Butler. Mr. and Mrs. Castron of Hitteman attended Easter services at the A. M. E. church. Mr. Casterton read a very interesting paper on "The Origin of Man." The Easter services at the A. M. E. church Sunday were very nice, in the afternoon Prof. C. L. Washington assisted Miss Ora Lewis at the organ with his cornet, while the children rendered some interesting pieces, in the evening the choir furnished some nice music while several excellent papers were read. Mr. C. L. Washington held an opening in Albia Saturday showing hair goods, manicuring, shampooing and messages and all toilet articles. There are some few strangers in our town at present. Mrs. Jones Downing Davs will give a piano recital in Albia the first of June. The second Sunday in April is Quarterly recording at the A. M. E. church. Mr. Brittian Thomas returned to Philadelphia this week. For Constipation. Mr. L. H. Farnham, a prominent druggist of Spirit Lake, Iowa, says "Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are certainly the best thing on the market for constipation." Give these tablets a trial. You are certain to find them agreeable and pleasant in effect. Price, 25 cents. Samples free. For sale by all druggists. Men's 50c Suspenders, 25c: These suspenders are made of fine quality of webbing, assuring comfort in wear and serviceability; 50c qualities priced at 25c. New Poet of Rare Power Young Walter Everett Hawkins' Volume of Poems on Various Themes Considered by Critics to Be of Exceptional Literary Merit—Introduction by F. H. H. Murray. By "BRUCE GRIT." In the person of Walter Everett Hawkins of Warrenton, N. C., who has written a book of poems of some eighty-one pages, the race has a new poet. In every page one discovers the fact that a real genius, a master painter, one thoroughly in earnest and in love with his work, was behind the pen that put life and vigor into them. The young man, who is just twenty-four, is the son of a noble, manly, God fearing father, one of the "seldom sort" who did not fear the face of clay, who was a man in the broadest acceptance of the term and who bequeathed to his talented son those noble and manly qualities of head and body which compel one's admiration. Nature made him a poet, and he supports a commerce with the muses which reveals to all lovers of true poetry the fact that nature has dealt with him most generously. The title of this charming collection of poems is "Chords and Discords," and it is dedicated to the elder Hawkins in these words: "To the memory of a resolute father, whose stern Christian character finds agreeable balance in WALTER E. HAWKINS. the plant devotions of a kindly mother and to a galaxy of brothers and sisters whose kind induligences have inspired my dreams. I dedicate this volume.' R. H. H. Murray, publishes of the poems, wrote the introductory, a scholarly and masterful presentation of the claims of our newest poet to public favor. Among some of the best poems in the book are "A Song to Our Women," "Immortality," "Ode to Ethiopia," "Remember Brownslaw," "To Booker Washington," "To the Boston Guardian," "To Dr. W. E. B. Dubois" and "Where Freedom Is." As a matter of fact, these are fiery but copious (entertaining)DED to those cited because of their deep significance, their racial and patriotic fervor, their bold and courageous trend and the truths they breathe. SUCCESS OF C. C. WHITE. Young Violinist Scheduled to Appear In Washington May 9. Musical organizations, professional singers and instructors of music in many sections of the country are begin- ning to manifest keen interest in the homecoming of Clarence Cameron White, who has been abroad pursuing a special course in violin study about the history of music. Before going to America, Mr. White was easily one of the forest violinists of the race in America. His progress in the art of music has been simply wonderful, and his suc- cess under M. Zacharewitsch, the re- nowned Russian violinist, has been great. Mr. White will return to Washington in time to make ample preparation for his first public appearance at home, which will be in the nature of a welf- concert at the Metropolitan A. Park, on Monday, May 9. He will be assisted by Professor Henry Thacker Burleigh of New York and other noted vocalists. Institute For V. M. C. A. Workers. With Lyman L. Pierce as instructor the Central Young Men's Christian association, Pittsburgh, will open an institute for prospective Y. M. C. A. secretaries, committeemen and other workers in an official capacity. This is a splendid opportunity for our young men to equip themselves for the work of the branch for our people. The sessions will be held on Monday nights at the Central Y. M. C. A. building, Pennsylvania avenue and Seventh street. Craftman Given Third Degree. Craftman from several lodges in the Second Mr oncle district, New York, with Wilds Sonn's sonde, No. 11 recently in Brooklyn, at three times the age of Craftman, Weshnell Moore, and William D. Adams were presented for the third degree. The team consisted of five men from the Craftman's club of New York and ten of the lodge conferring the degree. The closing lecture was given by Past Master Turner R. Smith Home Problem In New York Federation of Workers Among Colored People Hold Important Meeting—Comforts of Home Life Crowded Out by Lodgers, Says Miss Cora B. Jackson in an Able Address. By N. BARNETT DODSON. By far the most pointed and helpful meeting held by the Federation of Workers Among Colored People in New York was the one which took place recently in the rooms of the Young Women's Christian association on West Fifty-third street. Besides being well attended, the gathering was notable on account of the presence of a number of prominent persons who are acknowledged leaders, who have achieved success in the work of uplift along many lines among our people. Among the speakers were such well known persons as Mrs. Frances R. Kegan, Mrs. J. D. Layton Mrs. R. C. Ranom and the Rev. Dr. Victor Filin. The principal address was made by Miss Cora B. Jackson, secretary of the West Fifty-third street branch of the Young Women's Christian association. Miss Jackson's speech showed that she had given close attention to the condition of affairs relative to the home, social and economic life of those whom the organization is seeking to make better. In the course of her address Miss Jackson said: "There is little or no home life in New York. The cause is first due to high living and to the overcrowded condition of the people, who in many instances have to fill their homes with lodgers in order to make their expenses. That means so many MISS COBRA B. JACKSON. others in a family. There is no social life among them on account of all having to work for a living. There is actually no room in the house which is used for the comfort and pleasure of the young people; therefore the amusement for the working girl is becoming a problem. There is no opportunity for the restraining influences which protection gives. Again, there are so few means of employment for our girls. There is little or no incentive for them to work. It is different with the southern girl from what it is with the northern girl. The former has plenty of room, plenty of time and plenty of fresh air and sunshine, because it does not cost so much to live; hence she can have more room, more comforts. Many of our young girls do not know anything about responsibility or moral obligation. They do not realize what reliable transactions mean. There are very few amusements which are in themselves uplifting, as many of their enjoyments bring them in contact with the lower stratum. The dance halls, cheap theaters and buffet fats are complicating our proper account. Many of our better class keep their classes closed to these girls, while the lower class opens theirs. We should get acquainted with the keepers; these lodging houses. Many of the girls accept advice, while others resent it. Not having friends when they reach here, they often make the wrong class. The White Rose mission, the W. Y. C. W. and similar institutions must be made social centers for young women." Notable Event For Women's Clubs. The most notable event in women's club circles in Brooklyn for the week ending March 20 was the visit of Miss Elizabeth C. Carter of New Bedford, Mass., who was the guest at the auctions of the Forest Home Missionary society of the Concord Baptist church, where a magnificent reception was given Miss Carter before she left the city for Washington, where she will address the famous Bethel Literary and Historical society. Republicans Will Yet See Fiery Day. The Savannah (Ga.) Tribune makes the following political prology: "It is said, that every dog has his day. It is also true that some of the fellows who are now endeavoring to kick salds representative colombian Republicans who have faced all sorts of foes for the party in the past are going to have their day, and we predict that their kind will be the few kind which is unattractive." Price Five Cents. MORE ABOUT AFRO. HAPENINGS Dear Moines, In. March 28, 1910 Dear Mr. Editor: I noticed an article in your last issue in 1. gard to the Afro American Happenings that appears in the Register and Leader. Now I don't think that you have said half enough. Why. I have noticed children on the streets in a digressive condition. I don't think that you have her time with clubs. I also notice that it is the height of our people's ambition to see their names in the white paper. We sure are getting tired of seeing those club notes. What do they care about what Mr. and Mrs. So and So entertained the Old and So club. It is getting as old as the Old Oaken Bucket. It is also the cause of some of our problems in position to know. Keep it up Mr. Editor and I think the good thinking people will be with you.-A Subscriber. OTTUMWA NEWS. Rev. J. C. Reid of Sioux City has accepted the call of the Second Baptist church. Rev. Reid will hold a revival for the next three weeks. Mr. Cecil of Fairfield spent Sunday in Ottumwa. Mr. Luther Williams and mother, Mrs. John Cheshire left Saturday for Hinton, Mo., to visit Mrs. Cheiresh mother. Rev. J. C. Reid cremated the annual sermon of the Knights of Pythias at the Second Baptist church Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Urn Woodley entertained the A. J. club Friday evening in honor of the twenty-ninth birthday of her husband. A deputy supper was served. A family supper was smoked smoking cabinet to Mr. Woodley. Mr. Dr. Clark of Oskaloosa is the guest of Mrs. James Johnson of West Main street. Mr. Arthur Phillips is visiting Mrs. Frank Smith. Mrs. Phillips has been visiting in Missouri and will leave Welcome Center in Boulder. Mrs. Eina Martin is playing piano at the Majestic theater in Red Oak, Iowa. Friends of Miss Poster are glad to see he rout once more. Mrs. Wyatt Smith and daughter Miss Marie spent several days last week visiting friends in Cedar Rapids. The "Fairfield Tau of the A. M. E. club will give an endeavor at the church for the purpose of paying off the debt on the piano. This organization will meet this week at the home of Mrs. Wolls Fowler. The A. J. J. club met last week at the home of Mr. Mayo Week and will meet this week at the home of Miss Eleanor Harris. The Golden of Buxton has been called home by the illness of her father Mr. John Bradshaw. Mr. Bradshaw is feeling some better. Mr. Herman Hackiday of Kirkville, Mo., was the guest of Miss Eleanora Harris, Caster. Easter was fttingly observed at both churches. Please do not overlook unpaid subscriptions. MINNEAPOLIS (MINN.) NEWS. Special to the Bystander. The ushers and men of Bethesda Baptist Church are involved in nurturing Literary and musical program to be given at the church, on Friday evening April 1, at 8:30 o'clock. Refreshments will be served by a corps of male members of the church. Admission, adults 15cents, children 10cents. Proceeds for benefit of the church. J. Blackburn of 23-West 29th street net with a very painful accident Wednesday of last week, while crumbling the table she ran a needle into the palm of her hand. At this writing she is doing nicely. The Afro American Women's Charity calf of this city met last Wednesday for Mrs. N. J. Wright 411th Ave. south. The Dorsus Society of Bethesda Baptist Church was entertained last Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. J. R. Wilson 2818 Chicago Ave. The members of Bethesda Baptist church are to try raise $250.00 by the first Sunday in next month in which they will be able to purchase the present home of the pastor is to be bought and moved to the rear of the church and be the home of the pastor and family of the church. Several of the members and friends of the church have books with which they are solitizing with so one every one is asked to help the good cause along. Anything from a penny with as you wish to give be encouraged. Mrs. R. J. Temple, Pres. of the Afro-American Women's Charity club gave a reception in honor of the club Thursday evening March 17, at her residence 609-Lyndale Place in Weymouth, entailing program we rendered to Mr. Harvey Burke was master of ceremonies, among the speakers of the evening wore Dr. S. Brown, Mrs. J. Allison, Mr. F. Donavan, Dr. Red, and Mr. H. Burk. 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All eyes are turned forward to the new booklets "A Calk to the West"; telling all about our wonderful land proposition. Representatives in every locality. PORTER LAND CO., Box N., Reinbeck, Iowa CHOICE FARM LANDS FOR SALE IN WESTERN N.D. DAKOTA & EASTERN MONTANA at $81.00 to $85.00 per acre. MISSUANI VALLEY CO., Dickinson, N.D. HIS SPEED. "He leads a terribly fast life." "Who is he?" "Mr. Paythefine's chauffeur." Physicians of State Said to Favor Abolishing It. WANT STATE HEALTH OFFICER Dr. Kime of Fort Dodge, Outlines Plan for a State Commissioner of Health, With Full Power to Act. Fort Dodge, Apr. 1—Dr. J. W. Kime of Fort Dodge while in Des Moines a few days ago, said that the doctors of the state, in their county associations, are now considering and individually have indicated favor for a plan to abolish the state board of health and to have appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate a commissioner of health with full power. Dr. Kime said that the proposition would be put up to the state medical society which holds its meeting in Des Moines the middle of May and he was confident that the society would adopt it. "We advocate the abolishment of the state board," said Dr. Kime, "and in this connection it is not unfair to claim that practically all of the doctors, and most of those on the state board itself agree with my statement, for the following reasons: "First—It is now strictly a political organization and is not made up with a view to efficiency in matters of sanitation. "Second—It has not the confidence and respect of the medical profession, of the people, or of the legislature. It is therefore without the efficiency it should have in matters pertaining to the health and life of the people." "Third—The system is wrong and out of date. We should have a health commissioner, with full powers to act, in the health department instead of a secretary to the board who has no powers at all. "Fourth—We advocate the Pennsylvania and New York state plans. These states have a commissioner of health and an advisory board. Both are appointed by the governor, but require the confirmation of the senate. This in a large measure takes it out of politics. The names of appointees lie over for a day or two for consideration upon the part of the senate. "One of the members of the state board is now drafting a bill to this effect which the doctors of Iowa will ask the legislature to pass." Asked and Given Plain Talk. Asked and Gliven Plain Talk, Cedar Rapids—General Manager Melcher of the Rock Island system, who visited here following the disaster in which fifty people lost their lives at Green Mountain was told some plain truths by the railroad men whom he called into conference. Manager Melcher asked the trainmen to be frank with him, and they were. The men, who are old and experienced employees of the Rock Island system, told him that the company tracks are in bad condition and that the motive power is in even worse condition. While the Green Mountain wreck was not on Rock Island tracks, the trainmen made it a point to tell him some very plain facts in regard to the condition of the equipment. They also told him what they thought of running engines backward. The trainmen suggested to Manager Melcher the need of more attention to the proper maintenance of right-of-way and equipment and less to attempting to make a financial showing to please a few stockholders. It is said Melcher gave the company employees a very respectful hearing, and indicated that a movement to better conditions would be undertaken immediately. Farmer Killed By Trolley Car. Farmer Killed by Trouble Car. Waterloo.—G. W. Lehman, a farmer aged about 30, living eight miles northwest of here, was killed by an interurban car at the curve at Fosseman's sliding. He was lying face down across the rail and the body was severed at the waist. He was in Waterloo and got off an interurban car half a mile from the point where killed. Says Loose Rail Caused Wreck. Marshallown.—C. M. Marshall, master of equipment for the Rock Island railway, declared at the state railroad commission's investigation of the Green Mountain wreck, that the accident was caused by a loose rail, the end of which was struck by the wheel of the first engine's tender. Well Known Dubuque Man Dles. Dubuque.—Nicholas Matthews, aged 50, died after a short illness. The deceased was a brother of Judge Matthews on the district bench and well known Dubuquer. Files Suit for Slander. Nevada.—Claiming that he has been maliciously slandered by George Cole of Roland, Fred C. Rodgers, a canvasser, has filed a petition in the office of the clerk of the district court in which he asks damages in the sum of $5,000. Iowa City.—The senior class of the University of Iowa has decided to present "A Midsummer Night's Dream" as the class play in June, during commencement week. Resigns Railroad Position. Mason City.—G. R. Martin, for eleighteen years district passenger agent for the Iowa Central road, has resigned and will go into business in Chicago. He is the son of the late Henry Martin, former general manager of the road. Pottawattamie County Ditch Work. Avoca.—The big ditch that is being made to straighten the Nishnabotba river between Avoca and Carson is progressing rapidly, the crews working day and night. CHAMPION CHILD SPELLER Eleven-Year-Old Lucy Robinson, of Ryan, has Won Many Prizes. Ryan—Miss Lucy Robinson of Ryan, is the champion child speller of Iowa. She is a little past eleven years of age, yet this young girl has such a mastery of the dictionary and its big words that she permits none of the boys or girls to out-spell her and get ahead of her in her ability to correctly couple letters together and make big and little words properly constructed. At numerous inter-country contests inaugurated by the school superintendents Miss Lucy has al- MISS LUCY ROBINSON. Champion Child Speller of the State- ways won first prize and she is able to cope with some of the students who are much older than she. Not only is the little Ryan girl a good speller but she is a good story writer as well and has taken prizes for long and short stories which have shown much merit and cleverness. Educators are inclined to look up on the young girl as a marvel. She has always been able to spell correctly but how she comes by the gift no one seems able to explain. She spells with a sort of intuitive knowledge of words and their construction and when she is entered in a spelling contest she attacks every puzzler that is given to her to spell with a certainty and a precision that is simply amazing. Commercial Club Wins in Rate Case. Des Molnes.—The Des Molnes Commercial club won a victory in the hearing before Attorney General Byers in the case of the Minneapolis & St. Louis railway. The attorney general, after hearing the arguments of the representatives o the club and after reading the written argument submitted by General Counsel Severs for the railway company, announced that he will recommend that the railroad commission issue an order to the railway company directing it either to restore the service which was formerly given over the line between Ruthven and Des Molnes, or charge the short line fare for the long line ride, via Tara Junction and Fort Dodge. To Supply Their Own Meat. Rockford.—A cooperative beef club one of the first of the kind known in Iowa, has just been organized at Scola, near here, which is composed of from fifty to seventy-five farmers of that vicinity. The club will kill its own meat and deliver it among its members and so far have been able to do this at a cost of 7 cents per pound to each customer who is a member of the club. The capital to start with is small, each member buying a share at $10 each. This will strat the business. Aslightly increased price will be charged people not members of the club. Much Shipping from Dyersville. Dyersville.—Since Nov. 1, 1909, over 300 carloads of hogs have been shipped from Dyersville netting to Dyersville farmers approximately $350,000. Fifteen carloads of draft horses have also been shipped, for which the net proceeds amounted to $60,000. Gets Verdict for $1,000. Logan—The jury in the case of Lee Chapman against the Pitsab department store, returned a verdict for $1,000 damages. Chapman sued for the loss of his wife and children, who were killed by the explosion of a can of oil bought from the defendant's store. Sloux Rapids.-Mrs. C. E. Ryder, wife of one of the editors of the Republican Press, gave birth to three boys and the mother and babies are all doing nicely. Much Corn Testing. Bloomfield—J. R. Wallace, secretary of the Davis County Farmers' institute, says that corn taken from an ordinary crib when tested proved only 16 2-3 per cent good. Seed corn raised according to the experts' instructions 'averaged 66 per cent good. Celebrates Eightieth Birthday. Atlantic—Mrs. D. Finley of this city celebrated her eightieth birthday anniversary by a family reunion. At the special dinner in honor of the event were present her two sons. New Factory at Nevada. Nevada.—A new concern, to be known as the Wright Cabinet company, has just been launched in this city and its business will be the placing of the Wright store or clothing caginet on the market. Woman Goes to India. Iowa City.—Miss Marie Miller will leave her home in Iowa City to teach the heathen in India. Next year she will return to take the post-graduate work in Iowa and Minnesota universities for degress. WELL KIDNEYS KEEP THE BODY WELL. When the kidneys do their duty, the blood is filtered clear of uric acid and other waste. Weak kidneys do not filter off all the bad matter. This is the cause of rheumatic pains, backache and urinary disorders. Dean's Kidney Pills cure weak kidneys. SUPER-DOWN HIT A STORY Rev. Abram Weaver, Georgetown, Tex., former editor Baptist Herald, says: "At a Baptist conference at Jackson, Tex., I fell from a platform and hurt my back. I was soon over the injury, but the kidnery were badly disordered, passages painful and often bloody. Doan's Kidney Pills cured this trouble completely." Remember the name—Doan's. Sold by all dealers. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y. 50 cents a box. THEIR STATUS. Bobby—Say, pop, what does blood relations mean? Papa—It means near relations. Bobby—Then mom an' you must be the bloodiest relations I've got. NO HEALTHY SKIN LEFT My little son, a boy of five, broke out with an itching rash. Three doctors prescribed for him, but he kept getting worse until we could not dress him any more. They finally advised me to try a certain medical college, but its treatment did no good. At the time I was induced to try Cuticura he was so bad that I had to cut his hair off and put the Cuticura Ointment on him on bandages, as it was impossible to touch him with the bare hand. There was not one square inch of skin on his whole body that was not affected. He was one mass of sores. The bandages used to stick to his skin and in removing them it used to take the skin off with them, and the screams from the poor child were heartbreaking. I began to think that he would never get well, but after the second application of Cuticura Ointment I began to see signs of improvement, and with the third and fourth applications the sores commenced to dry up. His skin peeled off twenty times, but it finally yielded to the treatment. Now I can say that he is entirely cured, and a stronger and healthier boy you never saw than he is to-day, twelve years or more since the cure was effected. Robert Wattam, 1148 Forty-eighth St., Chicago, Ill., Oct. 9, 1909. Looking Ahead Josephine, aged ten, has a decided lisp. She also is very fond of attending the matinee. The other day she was giving a spirited story of the play to Marlon, who was aged nine. "My mamma says it isn't good for little girls to go to the theater," said Marlon with an air of self-righteousness, "I'm not ever going till I'm 18." "Humph," retorted Josephine without any hesitation, "th-pose you die when you're the teenenant, then you'll be thung!"—Woman's Companion. Undesirable Acquisition. A scientist who lost his pet dog put a little notice in the paper headed, "Warning," which charitably described the animal as having "strayed," and added: "It is of no value, not even to the owner; but, having been experimented upon for scientific purposes with many virulent poisons, a lick from its tongue—and it is very affectionate—would probably prove fatal." The dog came back next day. Distemper In all its forms, among all ages of horses and dogs, cured and others in the same stable prevented from having the disease with Spohn's Distemper Cure. Every bottle of cream, over $50.00, written acid last year, $8.00 and $1.00. Good druggists, or send to manufacturers. Agents wanted. Write for free book. Spohn Med. Co., Spec. Contagious Diseases, Gohen, Ind. Identification. "Why do doctors wear Van Dyke beards?" "So they won't be mistaken for bankers with side-whiskers."—Boston Herald. How's This? 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The recent annual report of the central branch of the Young Women's Christian association in Brooklyn reveals some very interesting facts. For instance, at the central there are 116 life members, 37 sustaining members, 247 active members, 1,389 associate members and 120 junior members. The eastern district branch has 38 sustaining members, 24 subscribing members, 81 active members, 214 associate members and 103 junior members. The Lexington avenue branch, which membership is wholly made up of Afro-American women, has 9 auxiliary, 15 active, 27 junior and 218 associate members, which brings the total number of members in the association up to 2,910. The point which strikes our attention most forcibly in the above count is the amazingly large number of associate members. Think of it! Out of a total membership of 2,910 only 1,139 hold church membership, or, in other words, are Christians. This fact of itself should be sufficient to arouse the interest and activity of Christian workers throughout the country to labor more fervently to win souls to Christ. NEW HONOR FOR R. I. DRAKE. Former Member of Tenth Cavalry Appointed to Responsible Position. Among the progressive and influential men of our race in Cleveland, O., Robert I. Drake occupies a conspicuous place. Mr. Drake became a resident of Cleveland a little less than ten years ago, but his influence and activity and the headway which he has gained along many lines of usefulness would indicate a much longer period. Unlike many of our young men, Mr. Drake nourished the spirit of ambition and self reliance which fired his youthful breast at his home near Lexington, Ky., and which was rekindled during his residence in Chautauqua, N. Y., from whence he went to Cleveland. He is well educated and has won oratorical honors. Mr. Drake won the prize for oratory at Oberlin college in THE BROOKLYN HERALD the seventeenth annual union oratorical contest. His subject was "Our Heritage From the Greeks." Besides being a brilliant orator, scholar and politician, Mr. Drake is a soldier, having been a member of the "Fighting Teenth" United States cavalry during the Spanish-American war. He married in the well known Sides family of Cleveland. In his new position as sanitary patrolman Mr. Drake wears his honors like a veteran. Independent Willing Workers' Circle Will Give Drama For the Benefit of Home For Aged Colored People. Perhaps no organization conducted by women has done more for the financial support of the Home For Aged Colored People in Brooklyn than the Independent Willing Workers' circle. For a score of years this circle of women has been doing charitable work along various lines, and many needy persons have been the recipients of its beneficence. The twentieth annual dramatic entertainment of the circle will be held on Tuesday evening, April 19, at Prospect hall, Brooklyn, for which ample preparation has been made. The literary entertainments given by the circle are always of a high order, both pleasing and instructive. The drama for this occasion has been thoroughly rehearsed, and those who are to take part are among Brooklyn's favorite amateur players. The proceeds are, of course, for the Home For Aged Colored People. Notable Event For Bethel Church. At the ninety-first anniversary and recital of Bethel A. M. E. church, to be held at Palm Garden, New York, on Wednesday evening, April 27, a cantata entitled "Joseph the King" will be rendered by a large company of young amateur artists and professional persons. The Rev. Dr. R. C. Ranson, pastor of the church, and the various official boards are leaving nothing undone which could possibly contribute to the success of the celebration. For Constipaton, Mr. L. H. Farnham, a prominent druggist of Spirit Lake, Iowa, says "Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are certainly the best thing on the market for constipation." Give these tablets a trial. You are certain to find them agreeable in effect. Price 25 cents. *ompure* true. For sale by all druggers. 1 New Field For Making Money Afro-Americans May Engage in the Poultry and Egg Business—Success of John O'Lacey, Who Has Won Valuable Prizes From State Fairs and Poultry Associations. BY FRANIS H. WARNEN. "The poultry and egg business is one which colored Americans seem to have eschewed except in a most desultory manner," said John O'Lacey to the writer upon his return to Detroit recently from the Buffalo poultry show. "Out of 4,000 or 5,000 persons who attended that show not one colored person was among them." A visit to Mr. O'Lacey's city apartments at 55 Beacon street, Detroit, disclosed the fact that this celebrated poultry fancier has won over 400 prizes during his career in the business, including state fair ribbons and poultry JOHN H. HARRIS JOHN O'LACEY. association loving cups, medals and other valuable prizes. The walls of these apartments are literally covered with emblems of Mr. O'Lacey's success in Michigan and elsewhere. Some of the facts of the business gained from my talk with him are as follows: There is no color line in the poultry business. The business has reached the proportions of $400,000,000 per annum. One chicken will net $2.40 a year. Fresh eggs for table fetch from 25 to 50 cents per dozen. Fancy eggs for sitings bring from 50 cents to $3 a sitting. It costs $1.40 a year to feed one chicken at the present high cost of foodstuffs. It is as easy to hatch 200 chicks by incubator as it is to look after two sitting hens, and there are no lice in the machine to sicken the brood. When the business is understood it is as easy to take care of 500 chickens as it is to care for fifty. The profits on 100 chicks will not fall below $240, and on 1,000 chicks it will be $2,400. That this is a conservative statement is proved by the showing made by one poultry farmer who attended the Buffalo show and demonstrated that he earned over $0,000 during the preceding year and had only 1,900 chickens to start with. This is a profit of $4.50 a chicken, or $2 higher than the estimate above given. Mr. O'Lacey is a regular exhibitor at the state fairs and exhibitions of the Michigan Poultry association. For four years he has been assistant superintendent of these exhibitions and has been engaged as one of the managers LOVING CUP (PBIZE.) of the poultry show to be held in Chicago this year from Dec. 8 to 14, inclusive. Mr. O'Lacey has never operated on a large scale, and several of his friends are trying to secure his active assistance as manager to organize an Afro-American chicken and egg company and commence operations with a capital of from $10,000 to $25,000. With the experience of the Buffalo concern in mind it is confidently believed that 100 per cent could regularly be made on such an investment. Then the establishment of such a farm would serve as a sort of training school for poultry raisers. The field is an unlimited one, and it is hoped members of the race will give more attention to this particular industry and emulate the splendid example set by Mr. O'Lacey. A Healing Salve for Burns, Chapped Hands and Sore Nipples. As a healing salve for burns, sores, sore nipples and chapped hands Chamberlain's Salve is most excellent. It allays the pain of a burn almost instantly, and unless the injury is very severe, heals the parts without leaving a scar. Price 25 cents. For sale by all druggists. Subscribe for the Bystander. Essie Mason ended an instrumental solo, Mrs. C. Henry read a paper on philanthropic works and its benefit Mr. H. Brown sang a very beautiful solo, Mrs. J. Jackson read a paper on Scattering the Sunshine, Mrs. C. A. Ford, Secretary gave a beautiful report of the club and its work, Mrs. R. J. Temple extends a card of thanks to the club and friends for their grand and noble support. Sunday will be the first Sunday after Easter , the Bethesda Baptist Sunday school hours will be changed from 12:30 noon to 9:30 a. m. The public schools here have been closed all week giving the pupils their spring vacation. WE MOVE this WEEK and we still have more pianos at 513-515 Locust than we can crowd into our new Walnut street store. Come now and help us out. We will make it an object to you. Save $75 to $100 on a PURCHASE Easy terms, liberal extensions in case of sickness and a great sacrifice in profits. READ THE PRICES PEASE, upright, fine old make, Rosewood $350 style, good tone, fair action, now $75. RICE HINZE fancy walnut, large $360 style, Wessex fruit tone made, now $125. BALDWIN case, grant fancy oak case, beautiful tone, cost new $300, used only short time, now $139. ESTEY, mahogny case, fine old standard make, in good condition and must have cost new $400, now $148. REMBRANDT, mahogny, $285 size, used short time, fine tone, now $163. BRADFORD, concert size, mahogny, new, $290 sample from wholesale department now $167. SWEETLAND, concert size, elegant walnut case, lately entirely refinished like new, now $198. STEINECK, new, fancy mahogny a sale, lots of beautiful, fine tone, case slightly marred. Agents sell for $400, now $237. PRICE & TEEPLE, beautiful plain colonial case, double veneered, brass trimmed, new, $350 sample from wholesale department, now $248. SCHILLER, conservatory "SPECIAL" handsome plain mahogny case, empire top, artist's choice, $385, case slightly damaged, now $237. Thirty other bargains that range in price from $40 up will be sold on easy payments under our liberal guarantee. A Healing Salve for Burns, Chapped Hands and Sore Nipples. As a healing salve for burns, sores, sore nipples and chapped hands Chamberlain's Salve is most excellent. It allays the pain of a burn almost instantly, and unless the injury is very severe, heals the parts without leaving a scar. Price, 25 cents. For sale by all druggists. TREES Fruit, Ornamental and Evergreen trees: Shrubs Roses Vines Everything in the Nursery Line, Beautifully Illustrated Catalog and Price List Special! 45 Concord Grapes $1 13 Peach trees $8. Write us TO DAY WRAGG NURSERY CO. Des Moines ORIGINAL NOTICE. In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, May Term, A. D. 1910. Florence Brown Plaintiff, versus John Brown Defendant. You are hereby notified that on or before the 20th day of April A. D. 1910 the petition of plaintiff in the above entitled cause will be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, Iowa, claiming of you a divorce from the bonds of matrimony on the ground of adultery and for the adultery. For further particulars see petition; and unless you appear thereto and defend before noon of the second day of the next term, being the May term of said Court, which will commence at Des Moines on the 2nd day of May 1910, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered theron. S. Joe Brown, Attorney for plaintiff. ```markdown ``` of extra large handsome shrubs of many of the choicest varieties. Ask for special price list. LAWNS Sow lawn grass seed now. Ask for descriptive, circular. Sow lawn grass seed now. Ask for descriptive circular. What is Home Without A Garden A good garden gives pleasure, health and profit. Prepare for it early this year and the first thing necessary is to send for a copy of our large descriptive catalogue and select the varieties wanted. ONION SETS. Every family and especially those who reside in the country should be provided at all times with a bottle of Chamberlain's Liniment. There is no telling when it may be wanted in case of an accident or emergency. It is most excellent in all cases of rheumatism, sprains and bruises. Sold by all druggists. 60 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & G. Anyone seeking a stethoscope or other quick access to our opinion free whether an application is timely pondered. HARDWARE on Patents sent free. Oldest agency for securing patients. Patents taken through A&C. Receive special notice, without charge, in the Scientific American. Illustrated weekly. Journals. calculation of any scientific journal. Terms. $3 a year; four months. $1. Sold by all new dealers. MUNN & Co. 301 Broadway, New York Branch Office, 60 St. F. Washington, D.C. THE WORLD'S GREATEST SEWING MACHINE LIGHT RUNNING NEWHOME If you want either a Vibrating Shuttle, Rotary Shuttle or a Single Throne (Chain Slitch) Sewing Machine write to THE NEW HOME SEWING MACHINE COMPANY Orange, Mass. Many sewing machines are made to sell regardless of quality, but the New Home is made to wear. Our warranty never runs out. Sold by authorized dealers only. FOR SALE BY D. S. RUTTER & CO., Des Moines, Ia. The New Wardrobe Cleaners and Dyers Office and Works 814 Locust, Des Moines. Phones 1791. ED. CRAWFORD, Prop Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Grown Gold, Straw, and Wigging Cough. Ford's Hair Pomade Fifty years of success have proved the merits of this preparation. What is more attractive than a beautiful head of hair? It has been the ambition of women in all ages. The use of Ford's Hair are small, marsh, kinky or curly hair softer, more pliable and glossy, easy to comb and arrange in any style desired consistent with its length, as long as the Formula remains the hair. The result may be obtained by one thorough application according to directions. Two to four applications a month will keep the hair in satisfactory condition, and two to four bottles, regular size are suitable for a year. Directions with every bottle. Ford's Hair Pomade removes and prevents dandruff, invigorates the scalp and keeps it from getting harsh and dry, stops itching and prevents the hair from falling out or breaking off and gives it new life and vigor. Absolutely harmless. Use with splendid results even on children and infants. Delicately perfumed, its use is a constant pleasure. A most satisfactory toilet preparation for ladies, gentlemen and children. Don't buy anything else alleged to be "just as good" if you want the best results but free is a visit. Please look for this next life. "Charles Ford Press." on every package. If your druggist or local dealer cannot supply you with the genuine, we will send you One bottle, regular size, for ... $ .50 Three $ ... $ .140 Six $ ... $ .250 One $ ... $ .25 We pay postage and express charges to all points in U.S.A. When ordering and Postal or Express Money Order. All orders shipped promptly on receipt of price. Address: The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. 115 West Kline St. Chicago, IL FOR$ HEAT FOMADE is made only in Chicago by the above firm. Agents Wanted Everywhere. What is Home Without A good garden gives pleasure, it early this year and the first thing Sweet Peas Several choice new mixtures at 35 cts to 75 cts per lb. Free. Go. Molnes, Iowa. Colored Men and Women, LISTEN If You've Got a Job You've Got a Chance! And the better the job, the better is your chance of improving your condition and getting ahead. The International Liberty Union of the World THE ILU will help you get a job if you haven't one, and will help you to a better job if you have one. IT'S UP TO YOU whether you want what the ILU members are working for and getting. Big Cash Benefits Family Protection Self Education Co-operative Buying Co-operative Selling Mutual Uplift This opportunity is open to every one without regard to sex, color or nationality, be- tween the ages of fifteen and sixty years. Send ten cents for three months' subscription, to our official magazine. THE UNION JOURNAL, and circulars and full particu- lars of our offer will be sent you. Write Us Today I-L-U GRAND LOOGE. 122 I-L-U BM'd. Dayton, Ohio, U.S.A. Diarrhoea should be cured without loss of time and by a medicine which like Chamberlain, s Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy not only cures promptly but produces no unpleasant after effects. It never fails and is pleasant and safe to take. Sold by all druggists. DIXIE LIQUID BLEACH (Acohol 16-10; per cent) A High Class Complexion Beautifier For Ladies and Gentlemen of All Races. Before Using After Using ```markdown ``` Before Using After Using This preparation will not make you white, but will make your complexion fair. For removing pimples, blackheads, ring worms, and sun burn, wrinkles, bumps, chapped hands and tetter, or exema, also liver spots. Keeps the skin soft and youthful, makes people good looking. CONTAINS NOTHING THAT IS HARMFUL TO THE FACE. 4 OZ. BOTTLE, PRICE 50 CENTS If your Drugstreet hasn't it, send Money order, to address below. We will send it to you either by mail or express, charges prepaid for price, Owenboro Banking Co. Owenboro, Ky. Serial No. 27065, guaranteed by JONES, WESTERFIELD & CO., Owenboro, Ky. under Pure Food and Drug Act, June 30, 1900 Dixie Liquid Bleach Made Only By JONES, WESTERFIELD & CO. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets assist nature in driving all impurities out of the system, insuring a free and regular condition and restoring the organs of the body to health and strength. Sold by all druggist. Home out A Garden ure, health and profit. Prepare for anything necessary is to send for a copy of our large descriptive catalogue and select the varieties wanted. Now is the Time to start Tomato, Cabbage, Celery and other plants in the house as well as Pansies, Asters, Verbenas and other flower seeds. Plant Peas, Radish, Lettuce, Onion, Spinach and other hardy vegetables just as soon as the soil can be worked, and set out plants of Rhubarb, Asparagus, Horse Radish, etc. This is also the time to set out Onion Sets for early use and our stock is nice this year. ONION SETS Official paper of the' M. W. U. Grand Lodge of Iowa A. F. & A. M., and International Grand Congress of Heroines of Jertcho of America. Published every Friday by the By- stander Publishing, @o. Des Moines, Iowa. Office in Chemical Blids, cor. 7th and Mulberry Sts. Iowa Phone 899-323-6200. J. L. THOMPSON, EDITOR. J. H. SHEPARD, MANAGER. Entered at the Postoffice as second class matter. We are prepared to do first-class job work at reasonable prices. All of our work is guaranteed. Advertising rates for display adds 20 cents per inch, for each insertion. Three to six months contract 15 cents per inch. Local advertising 10 cents per line for each insertion, counting seven words to a line. For churches and secret societies where admission is charged, one half of the abovementioned rates. For professional, legal and announcement cards, yearly contracts, etc. terms are given on application. All advertising is to be paid in advance. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. One year ..... $1.50 Six months ..... .75 Three months ..... .50 Send money by postoffice order, money order, express or draft, to the Iowa State Bystander Publishing Company. 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It was established in 1894 and is read by nearly all the That Necessa —for the thinking man—f for the busy busine family; in short That Necessary Magazine the thinking man—for the professional man— for the busy business man—and his family; in short, it's for You THE AMERICAN REVIEW REVIEWS EDITED BY AUGUSTA THE NECESSARY MAGAZINE $3.00 a year The Review The Review of Reviews first, because it is a necessity—that is the rule in magazine buying of America's intellectual aristocracy. It is indispensable to the busy business man, who must keep abreast of the times, because it gives him the real neus of the day in concise, readable form; it is invaluable to the thinking man, who demands only the truth and then drawn his own conclusions, because it gives him just plain, straight facts. It is helpful to the whole family. In it you will find a monthly picture OUR 1909-10 C of all American magazines is a money-save year without first seeing it. If you apprici maximum magazine value for the fewest dollars. The Review of Reviews of all American magazines is a money-saver. You can't afford to order for next year without first seeing it. If you appreciate superior agency service, and demand maximum magazine value for the fewest dollars, write for it—today. It's free to YOU. CUT FLOWER! We carry a full line of cut flowers for every occasion. Of all kinds for the flower and vegetable Gardes. Bulbs and Bedding Plants. 7THAND GRAND AVE. GUTHRIE-LOREI ```markdown ``` When we first began our wonderful work of growing all kinds, all qualifies all lengths, and all conditions of hair, even to the growing of hair on the places of the head, many persons scorned the idea that such a thing was poor; but we have grown the hair for hundreds; rapidly achieving success. The proof of the value of our work is that we are being imitated and largely persons whose own hair we have actually grown and the further fact that they have very frequently mentioned us when trying to sell their goods (saying theirs is the same or "just as good") or referred to PORO. We advise you to use only PORO Hair Grower, (the oldest and best of its kind.) See that the name PORO is on every box, not genuine without it. Prepared only by M. A. M. POPE. 25 cents per copy colored people of Iowa. We have correspondents in the following towns: Davenport, Mrs. C. H. Marshall. St. Paul, Mrs. Q. H. Hicks. Minneapolis, James Wilson. Mt. Pleasant, Miss Ethel Harlow. Keokau... A. J. Fields. Rock Island... Mrs. Wm. Taylor. Moline, III... Miss Mable Tarinier. Ottawa... Miss Lorena Vinson. Sloux City... Mrs. Etta Gritt. Clinton... A. A. Bish. Mommouth, Ill... E. F. Birdett. Gesburg, Ill Miss Mayne Richardson. Albay... Miss May Daris. Cedar Rapids, Mrs. Adelaine Perkins. Ft. Madison... Anna Harper. Oakaloo... Loula B Franklin. Washington... N. L. Black. Burlington... Mrs. J. E. Johnson. Moberly, Mo. Prof. A. B. Bolden. Prompt relief in all cases of throat and lung trouble if you use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Pleasant to take, soothing and healing in effect. Sold by all druggists. We are the Authorized Agents in Des Moines For the CELEBRATED COOPER PREPARATIONS Introduced with such re- markable success by Mr. Cooper in leading cities throughout the United States. Cooper's New Discovery $1.00 per Bottle. Engleen-Eade Drug Company. 406 Walnut 516 E. Locust. Magazine for the professional man— ness man—and his t, it's for You $3.00 a year of Reviews of men and affairs by Dr. Albert Shaw, in his comprehensive editorial, "Progress of the World;" a clever cartoon history of the month; book reviews; the gist of the best which has appeared in the other magazines and newspapers of the world; pithy character sketches; and interesting articles on the all-important topics of the day. Authoritative, non-partisan, timely and very much to the point, "it's a liberal education," is the way subscribers express it. CATALOGUE aver. You can't afford to order for next state superior agency service, and demand, write for it—today. It's free to YOU. s Company, New York THE ORIGINAL HAIR GROWER PORO TRADE MARK REGISTERED. mark of growing all kinds, all qualifi- een even to the growing of hair on hair, the idea that such a thing was pos- tured; rapidly achieving success. Tho- we are being imitated and largely be- grown and the further fact that they trying to sell their goods (saying tha- referred to PORO. We advise you to st and best of its kind.) See that tha- without it. Prepared only by Ma- mitations. less mail to $3.00 a year We Grew Our Hair Now Let Us Grow Yours with