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IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. VOL. XVII, No. 44 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.) Furnished rooms for rent 1411 Park. Mrs Jas B. Mitchell. Mr. E. M. Buckner of Kansas City, arrived in the city this week for a visit with his brothers. The M. C. T. club will meet Monday afternoon, April 24th, at the home of Mrs. Perkins, on 11th street. The West End Bridge club will be entertained at the home of Mrs. Joseph Stone, Friday evening. John Mitchell left Thursday to join Ringling Bros. circus for the season, as trap drummer. Miss Tabitha Mash, a forerun Des Moines girl, who has become a trained nurse with headquarters in Kansas City is visiting in our city. The Grand court of Hersines of Jericho will hold their annual grand session in our city, June 13-14-15. On the 15th the session will close with a grand entertainment at Cycling hall. Mrs S. Joe Brown, who was operated on for tumor at Mercy hospital, Monday day morning. She is doing very nicely at this writing, and expects to return to her home in a couple of weeks. She is being attended by Dr. A. J. Booker. Rev. Simeon Terry, who has been employed at the State House all winter, left Tuesday for his home in Boone. The reverend made quite a number of friends while in our city. The party that was to be given Saturday afternoon by Miss Marie I. Bell for the Kinder Garten department of Union Congregational Sunday school, will be postponed on account of the death of little Charley Turner, who was a member of that department. Rev. Geo. W. Slater, Jr., the brilliant orator, will deliver his famous lecture on "The Race Problem" at the hall of the Young Colored Men's Christian Association, Tuesday evening, April 26. Mrs. James B. Mitchell entertained a few of her friends Tuesday evening at her home on Park street in honor of Mr. John Mitchell, and Mr. and Mrs. B. Johnson. Mrs. Loyd Morton and Mr. Mitchell rendered several beautiful selections, after which a three course luncheon was served. Master Charles Turner died at the home of his parents on Day Street Wednesday morning, after a lingering illness of several month. The funeral services will be held from the residence this afternoon. The Rev. H. P. Pinckney of Kansas City, Mo will presach at Union Congregational church Sunday morning and evening. He will also deliver a series of sermons the coming week, to which the members, friends and the public are cordially invited to attend. The Bystander force has been greatly crippled this week by the serious illness of the editor, John L. Thompson, who has been confined to his bed all week. The manager, J. H. Shepard, was taken suddenly ill Sunday evening, and thus far, has been unable to occupy the editorial chair. The rest of the force do not feel like a hive of bees. Hats Made to Order All Work Guaranteed J. KIRKPATRICK PRACTICAL UNION HATTER Hats Cleaned, Dyed and Reshaped. ALL THE LATEST STYLES Hats at Factory Prices Best $2 Hat on Earth 819 GRAND AVENUE (Near Ninth) Watches..... That you will be proud to carry and at prices that you can afford to buy. Come in and see the wonderful showing we are making on $10.00 to $32.00 watches. If you are thinking of buying a watch now—or later, your chance is here now. You will have no better opportunity this Spring. Come in now and pick it out. Schlampp's Sixth and Locust St. The Colored ministers of Des Moines met in the month of November, 1910 and organized a Ministerial Alliance, for the purpose of looking after matters spiritual, and otherwise affecting our people in Des Moines and vacinity. The Alliance holds regular meetings on Monday after the first, third and fifth Sundays in each month. Rev. I. N. Daniels, President Rev. LeRoy Woolrich, Sec.-Treas. The Phillis Wheatley club will meet Sunday afternoon with Bernice McDowell on 8th street, at 4:30 o'clock, at which time the life of Mrs. Booker T. Washington will be discussed by Miss Catherine Windsor and a reading from Paul Lawrence Dunbar by Miss Lorna Wilson. This club recently organized by Mrs. S. Joe Brown, State organizer of Iowa Federation of Colored Women clubs, will give their first entertainment in the nature of a "May Party" Monday evening, May 1st. Further announcements will be made later. The Benefit Musical "Maids of Blackville" with a chorus of 17 girls played to a packed house at the Y. C. M. a. auditorium 9th and Park streets, Friday evening. The Misses Manual Rhodes, Gertrude Hyde, Aurora Brooks, Nell Stanton, Bessie Mason, Ida Davis and Nell Lefridt, responded to encorces with their songs. Miss De Mae Lee and Miss Shackelford were prominent in the Indian scene. The Callanan Industrial club met with Mrs. Elliston, 1011 Walnut street, Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Massey was the guest of honor. The club completed their arrangements for the "Jolly Fishing Party," to be given at Saint Paul's A. M. E. church, May 1st. The next meeting will be with Mrs Elliston and a full attendance is desired. City Convention. The City convention met on Monday April 10th with Mr. Branham N Hyde, at his home on 13th street. The convention decided to hold the annual city contest, which is a preliminary to the Interstate at the St. Paul A. M. E church Monday, June 12th. The convention decided that the names of all the contestants must be in by Monday, May 8. The convention adjourned to meet Monday, May 8, at the home of Mrs. Werrick, 1006 13th street. DES MOINES NEGRO LYCEUM DES MOINES NEAR LUCEUM The Des Moines Negro Lyceum met Tuesday, April 18th with Mr. Branham N Hyde at his home on 13th street. The program for the evening was a very interesting one and was well received. The Misses Letty Carey and Ada Hade, students at the State University, and honorary members of the Lyceum, were present and participated in the program. The Lyceum will meet Tuesday, April 25th with Miss Alice Mitchell, at the home of her sister, Mrs. Gus Watkins, 2118, mansion avenue, at which time the following program will be rendered: Quotations. Miscellaneous. Vocal sol, Mrs. Allen Coleman. The Negro Watrink, and why he is being shut out from the hotels, Mr. Arthur W. Branham. Discussion led by Mr. W. P. Warrick. Current events. Report of critic. ALBIA NEWS Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Calloway and daughter, Maggie of Chicago are the guest of Mrs. Washington, for a few days of this week. Rev. R. R. Manley was called to Chicago on last Friday on account of the illness of his daughter. Mr. Sim Jeffers of Des Moines is visiting in Albia a few days. Mr. Will Benning's entertained the Dunbar club, Thursday afternoon at her home. Mr. Lon Franklin was a Hiteman visitor Sunday. Mr Will Richie of Buxton spent Sunday in Albia. In cases of rheumatism relief from pain makes sleep and rest possible. This may be obtained by applying Chamberlain's Liniment. For sale by all dealers. Boost the East Side Baltimore Woolen Mills Co. 422 EAST LOCUST ST. Makers of Men's Clothing to Order No $15 Lower All new goods—Hundreds of styles to select from. Have your suit made and get what you want. E. S. Nabers, Prop. D. Hyman, Mgr. REGARDED AS PEOPLE'S FORUM Large and Influential Church in Baltimore Makes New Financial Record by Raising $6.510.31 at Rally—Founded Over a Century Age—Pastored by Many Eminent Divines. By FRANKLIN F. JOHNSON. Baltimore—Bethel A. M. E. church recently closed one of the most remarkable rallies ever held in a Baltimore church. The rally opened when the congregation moved into its $50,000 home, Drudg Hill avenue and Lanvale street. Churches of all denominations joined in the effort to make the rally a success, and of the $6,510.31 raised $2,317.46 was contributed by other churches and societies. Bethel church is one of the oldest congregations in the country. It had BV. DR. D. G. HILL. its inception in 1785, when a number of colored men withdrew from the M. E. church. When it was incorporated in 1811 the membership was 600. Rev. Daniel Coke., who was the leading spirit in the early activities of the church, was at one time elected to the bishopric, but declined the office. The church grew in numbers and influence, and on or about its fifteenth anniversary the congregation erected on Saratoga street what was considered for many years the finest church structure owned by colored people in this country. The edifice seated over 1,200 people, and were it not for the fact that the colored population had drifted to the northwest section of the city and that other churches had been set apart by Bethel the congregation would still be located in its old home. Nearly every movement of any importance to the colored people in this city and state had its origin in the church church in many years it was regarded as the forum of the people. Among its pastors have been the foremost men of the denomination. These men include the late Bishops BETHEL A. M. R. CHURCH. Daniel A. Payne, John M. Brown, James A. Shorter, A. W. Wayman and Edward Waters, Theophilus G. Steward, retired chaplain of the United States army; Bishop James A. Handy, Benjamin T. Tanner, C. T. Shaffer and Levi J. Coppin and John Hurst, financial secretary of the denomination. The negotiations for the present new home of the church were begun during the pastorate of Rev. A. L. Galnes. When Rev. D. G. Hill became pastor of the church the negotiations were resumed with the result that a piece of property that cost $125,000 to build was secured for $50,000. Dr. Hill, the present pastor, is a native of Hagerstown, Md. After receiving a preliminary training in the schools of that city and at Storer College, Harper Ferry, W. Va., he entered Lincoln university, where he received the degree of bachelor of arts in 1889. Among the members of that class were Harry W. Bass, a member of the present Pennsylvania legislature, Dr. George C. Hall of Chicago and City Councilman Harry Cummer of the University of Hill. He then entered the theological school of his alma mater, graduating in 1889. During the twenty years he has been a member of the Baltimore conference he has been regarded as one of its most influential members. He has served as pastor of the Metropolitan church, Washington; presiding elder of the Hagerstown district, and pastor of the Trinity and Belt churches, Baltimore. He served a number of years as secretary of the conference and for the past five years has been treasurer of the same. He is regarded as a model minister of inescapable character. Dr. Hill has a large family, presided over by Mrs. Margaret Peck Hill, one of the most active religious workers in the state. COSMOPOLITAN SOCIETY. President Miller and D. M. Webster Give Facta About Abbreviation. The subject for discussion at the April meeting of the Cosmopolitan society in Brooklyn was the "Blending of Japhetic and Hardiic Blood In the Southern States." President George Frazier Miller presided and in the course of his introductory remarks cited many cases of which he knew in Charleston, S. C., New Orleans and other southern cities where amalgamation has been practical for generations and exhibited over fifty photographs showing the various types of progenic amalgamation, which varied from the Indian to the blue eyed Anglo-Saxon type. He told of a family in Charleston where one brother was white and the other was black, and he counseld each of them. Counselor D. M. Webster, the next speaker, said that at the close of the war there were 4,000,000 of known colored people and thousands whose identity has never been accurately recorded. This question of color, said he, is no longer confined to the south. The north is becoming more and more intensified each day. Especially is this condition seen in Boston, the very cradle of liberty and justice. The tendency to cater to the prejudice of the south in public places has increased with alarming rapidity. New York is the largest southern city in this country, and its influence as such is plainly seen in the many people in New York that many other city in the United States, and they have brought their bysterical prejudices with them. While the arts, etc., have been more highly developed by the lighter races, to the darker races belong poetry, music and spirituality. IMPORTANT COMING EVENT FOR CITIZENS OF ST. LOUIS Educators to Hold Eighth Annual Convention There July 26-30. Unusual interest is being taken at this early date in the forthcoming eight annual convention of the National Association of Teachers in Colored Schools, to be held in St. Louis from Wednesday, July 26 to 30, inclusive. The convention will be the guest of the city teachers, who will act as a reception committee. Professor R. H. Cole, principal of the Simmons school, is chairman of the committee. Summer high school, in which the sessions of the convention will be held, is admirably adapted for such gatherings. The fact that Dr. Booker T. Washington is to be one of the principal speakers has created an occasion for the association, and the attendance will doubtless exceed that of former years. The officers of the association are President, W. T. B. Williams, agent of the Slater fund, Hampton, Va.; vice presidents, Inman E. Page, president of A. and M. college, Langston, Okla.; N. B. Young, president of Oka; M. college, Talahassee, Fla.; L. S. Clark, president of Baton Rouge college, Baton Rouge, La.; F. L. Williams, principal of Summer high school, St Louis, and I. M. Terrell, supervisor of schools, Fort Worth, Tex.; secretary, Ida C. Plummer, city schools, Washington; assistant secretary, Mrs. J. E. Porter, city schools, Okmulek, Oka; corresponding secretary, J. E. R. Lee, director academic department, Tuskegee institute, Tuskegee, Ala.; treasurer, J. A. Martin, principal city schools, Jackson, Miss.; registrar, G. H. Garvin, principal city schools, Winchester, Ky.; chairman executive committee, M. W. Dogan, president Wiley university, Marshell, Tex. Young Afro-Americans of Real Worth. The race takes pride in the success of the following young Afro-Americans who will graduate from the several departments of the University of Pittsburgh this summer. They willHubbard Holloway, Hiley College and Wooten, Wooten, college and educating department; William Writt, Jr. and S. Rosemond Davis, medical department; Leo P. Philips and Mr. Primo, pharmaceutical department, while Daniel W. Hall gets his certificate for a special course in the industrial arts from Carnegie Technical schools. MOLINE ILINOIS GREETINGS. Easter service, under the auspices of Eureka Commandry, No. 13, of Rock Island, Ill., was held at St. Paul's A.M. E. church, Moline, Ill., at 3 o'clock. The following program was rendered: March Organist Artist By Choir Invocation Rev. Madison Welcome Address. Rev. Wm. Saunders Response Rev. Madison Easter Service Commandery Anthem Choir Address Rev. Wm. Saunders Anthem Choir Sermon Rev. B. Walkup Anthem Sira King and Morrison Benediction Rev. Zimmerman The Missionary society held a meeting with Mrs. L. B. Tarver Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Tomlin and Mr. Jeff Thompson, of Muscatine, were Moline callers Sunday. Mr. Homer Houston entertained 24 young students at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ford. Friday evening in honor of his cousin, Mr. John Houston of Chicago. The evening was spent in music and games and at a late hour a dainty little luncheon was served. All present report a good time. Messrs. Houston departedSaturday for an indefinite visit with relatives in Des Moines. Easter exercises were observed by the Sunday school at the regular school period Sunday. Mrs. John L. Jones entertained the H O. B. club, at a business meeting Thursday afternoon. A concert and supper was held at the Baptist church Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Bassett were the guests of Miss Clara Tarver, Thursday. Mr. Scott Madison departed for Chicago, Monday morning, after a months visit with his parents. Mrs. B. F. Bettles entertained the Aid society at her home, Friday afternoon Mrs. B. F. Cranshaw departed for home in Mattoon, Ill, Monday, after a weeks visit with her son and the guest of Mrs. L. B. Tarver. Miss Goldie Bates is reported on the sick list. OTTUMWA IOWA Easter was fittingly observed in the A. M. E. and Second Baptist churches Sunday. The alters of both churches were attractively decorated with suitable plants and flowers. Impressive dermons and excellent programs were heard by large crowds in the afternoon and evening. Miss Ethel and Maud McDonald of Bushnell, Ill., are the guests of Miss Cecil Spots, 321 E. Main St. Miss Cecil Oaboone left this week for Chicago to visit relatives indefinitely. Mr. Grant Henson and Mr. Reginald Clark of Peoria, Ill., have returned home after spending Easter with their parents. Quite a number of young people attended the grand Easter ball in Oskaloosa, Tuesday evening. Mr. Frank Henson has returned from a few week's stay in Hot Springs, Ark. 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 dealers. MOLINE ILL. GREETINGS. Mrs. D. S. Delward of Davenport made fashionable calls in our city last Wednesday. At her home 620 Railroad avenue, Thursday evening occurred the marriage of Miss Heatrice Kelsoe of this city and Mr. Rufus Bassett of Rock Island. Promptly at 8 o'clock to the strains of Lohngrin's wedding march which was played by Miss Clara Tara, Miss Isabelle Morgan as Maid of Honor, Miss Myrtle Madison, as brides Maid, and Lawrence Tarver as best man, preceded the bridal pair to the left wing of the parlor, where the solemn rites were performed by Rev. W. H. Saunders, in the presence of fifty guests. After the ceremony hearty congratulations were extended Mr. and Mrs. Bassett. The bride was gowned in pale green silk messaline, trimmed in real Irish lace and carried a beautiful bouquet of roses and ferns, which when thrown were captured by Miss Hannah Davis. Miss Morgan were pale green batiste, trimmed in insertion and lace. Miss Madison were a beautiful white embroidered dress. At a late hour an elaborate two-course supper was served. Mr. and Mrs. Bassett were recipients of many beautiful gifts consisting of linen, silver, glassware, and china. Mr. and Mrs. Bassett will be at home to their friends after the 15th, Rock Island. Mrs. B. F. Cranshaw of Mattoon is the guest of her son this week. Mr. Lawrence Williams. The Tr-City Sunday School association held its regular monthly meeting at St Paul's A. M. E. church Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ford entertained sixteen young people at their home, Saturday evening. A pleasant time was had by all. At a late hour a two-course luncheon was served by the hostess. Mrs. John L. Jones slipped on her door step last week, and is suffering quite badly with her back. Mrs. Harris, of Rock Island was the guest of her mother last Friday. AFRO-AMERICAN COUNCIL PROGRAM The Tenth Annual session, IowaState Afro-American council, Cedar Rapids, May 21-26. Council called to order by Rev.J. Cornelius Reil, President. Music. Invocation—Rev. I. N. Daniels. 10:15—Address of welcome on behalf of the city—the Mayor. Address on behalf of churches—Rev. J. H. Ferebee. APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEES: 11:30—Reports of State officers. 12:00—Noon recess. 13:00 p. m.—Report of committee on credentials. 1:45—The education of our young people.—Delegate from Iow City. 2:00 - Discussion of paper led by Mrs Allie Mallary, Cedar Rapids. 115- "The Negro Farmer" - Hon. W. H. Milligan, Cedar Rapids. W. H. Mulligan, Cedar Rapids. 2:30—Discussion led by M. J. P. Johnson—Muscaticine. 2:45—The Negro in business—Mr. G. W. Black, Washington, Ia. 3:00—Discussion led by Mr. Luther Lowery, Cedar Rapids. 3:15—"The work of Colored Womens clubs."—Mrs J. H. Warrick, Des Moines, Iowa. 3:45—Discussion led by Mrs. Harry Horn, Cedar Rapids. 4:00—"Moral Training among the Race, Prof. Wilbur Norris, Slox City. 4:15—Discussion led by Mrs. Allie M. Boyd, Cedar Rapids. 4:30—Election of officers. 5:00—Afternoon races. 8:00 - Music. Invocation—Rev. T. L. Griffith, Des Moines. Address—Atty. G. H. Woodson, Oskaloaa. Installation of officers. Music. Benediction. SECOND DAY. 10:00 a. m. - Report of committees. 10:30 a. m. - Unfinished business. 10:45 - Paper by Mrs. Hellen Downey, Ottumwa, "Our Faith," in Dr. Booken T. Washington" Discussion led by Mr. J. W. Holmes, Colfax. 11:15 - Address, Atty. Jas. L. Speers, Buxton - "The future Outlook of the Race" Discussion led by Mrs. Harry Owens, Ottumwa. 11:45 - Address, W. S. Page, State Organizer, "The Crisis." Discussion led by Mrs. W. A. Brown and Mrs. Gertrude Rush. AFTERNOON. Delegates will view the city. 8:00 p. m.—Mass meeting. Vital issues of the Race will be discussed in 10 minute speeches by the following well known race men: Atty. B. R. Bush, Dr. A. J. Booker, Dr. E. A. Carter, A. G. Clark, Rev. S. Bates, Rev. W. F. Bates, Rev. L. J. Phillips, Rev. P. M. Lewis, Rev. D. E. Butler, Leroy Tucker. Report of the committee on resolutions. Reception to delegates after meeting. N. B.—Any literary society, with 10 or more members may be represented with one or as many more delegates in proportion to number represented. STREATOR. ILL. Our Spring elections are on. Why are we so interested? Mr Yeiser, who buried his boy on March 28th, has since his arrival, almost been considered the most popular young man in Streator. He came from Iowa about two years and a half ago to become first fireman at the bottle factory, at a salary of $60 a month; since then he has been raised and friends who ought to know, say for the last six months he has been drawing $75 a month. Mrs. Yeiser, who has been very ill since the death of her baby, at the advice of her physician, left for Kewanee on Saturday last. If her health is such to admit, after a visit of a week or so in Kewanee, she expects to leave for a visit of three or four weeks visit with relatives and friends in Iowa and Missouri. The marriage of Mr. Bell of Bloomington and Miss Evelyn Morrin occurred a couple of weeks ago. They quietly ventured to Rev. Martin's home and were married before any one could so much as get a nickles worth of rice. They attented for it, for they gave a swell reception a few nights later at which about fifteen couples were present. They have a host of friends who join in the congratulations and well wishes toward them. Mr. Robert Glenn of Topska, Kansas, who has been employed by the Santa Fe here for the last year and a half, will return on Sunday or Monday. "Our baby cries for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy," writes Mrs. T. B. Kendrick, Rasaca, Ga. "It is the best cough remedy on the market for coughs, colds and croup. For sale by all dealers. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Buckner of Keokun and Mrs. Starnes of Kansas City visited Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. K. Bartlett. A family reunion was held at the home of Mrs. Reece, Monday evening. Those present were Mrs. Amanda Reece Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Reece, Mr. and Mrs. J. M Watts, Mr. Will Reece. Miss Anna Reece, Genievie F. Hertel Walts and little Memories Reece. Mr. Will Reece of Chicago is visiting relatives and friends here. Miss Winnie Cats of Chicago is visiting her parents here, Rev. and Mrs. Coats. (This week) Rev. S. B. Moore of Oaklaoas, was here Sunday morning and preached a very interesting sermon. Wm. Reece left last Tuesday for Chicago after a few days visit with relatives. Mrs. Green Terrell of Ottumwa, spent Sunday here at the home of Mr, and Mrs. K. Bartlett. A very good program was given at the Second Baptist church, Sunday afternoon. It was well rendered and very interesting. In the evening the A. M. E. Sunday school gave an Easter program which was very interesting and enjoyable. Mr. Ed. Pickett said one of his homes on W. Lee St. to H. Keith. Mr. Pickett is one of the prosperous men of the town. KEOKUK ITEMS. Easter services were held in the local churches Sunday. In some of the churches no special program other than an Easter sermon was adhered to, but in other places elaborate musical program were carried out. One of the pleasing features of the A. M.E. church services was the splendid program arranged by the Sunday school; also special music in the evening. Pilgrim Rest church had special music at all services. Mrs. Ethel Brooks and Mr. Lewis Watkins, both of Keoku, repaired to Kahoka, Mo., Wednesday and was married. Wm. Spencer has been seriously ill with lagrine at his home 412 N. 12th street. He is improving slowly. Mr. Ed. Roberson opened his ice cream parlors, Saturday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, at 1123 Main street. He respectfully solicits his patronage. A large crowd greeted him both Saturday and Sunday. While working in the planning mill last Monday morning, April 10th, James Adams, who resides at 1630 Ridge St., backed into a circular saw and his left arm was severely cut in several places. It was first thought that amputation might be necessary, but this report was discouraged by word from Graham hospital to where he had been taken that afternoon. Mr Adams was at work cleaning around the saw at the time of the accident. He is 68 years old and a highly respected citizen and his many friends deeply regret the fortunate circumstances and hope for him a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs Charles Wilson of Des Moines, formerly of Keokuk, who was in the city a few days last week visiting Mr Wilson's mother and greeting old friends, returned to their home in Des Moines, Monday morning. Mrs. Margaret Stainns who has been visiting in the city for some time, left for home in Kansas City, Kansas, Monday night. Josephine Washington, who has resided in the city but a short time, passed away Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs J. B. Mathew 2127 Bank St, of taurebulosis. She was well stressed and a membep of Pilgrim Rest church, from which place the funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. The Rev. T. L. Smith, of Quincy, officiating. The deceased was 57 years old, having been born in Louis Co. Mo. May 30, 1854. She is survived by her husband, Isaac, two daughters and three sons. OTTUNIWA ITEMS Electa Grand Chapter order of the Eastern Star, State of Iowa will hold their fourth communication beginning Tuesday, May 16th, at 9 o'clock sharp, in Davenport, Iowa. All chapters take notice and be well represented, as there is business of importance. Send names and number of delegates from your chapter at once to the Grand Secrpty, Mrs. Ruth Bright, 1106 Ripley Street, Davenport, Iowa. Mrs. Mate F. Clark, W. G. M., 118 W. Div. St. Ottumwa, Iowa CLINTON, IOWA. (Special to Bystander) the members of Bethel A. M. E. church and citizens of Clinton, Iowa, are planning to tend Rev. and Mrs. Geo. W. Slater's Jr., who were recently married, a farewell reception, at the home of the bride, 833 Harrison street, Friday night, April 21. The bride, Mrs. Missouri Slater, has been a faithful member of the church for twenty-five years and is held in the highest respect by both race-varieties of Clinton. Lame Shoulder is nearly always due to rheumatism of the muscles, and quickly yields to the free application of Chamberlain's Liniment. For sale by all dealers. BIDD varlie the man tak Gr dewts at the We wick ring M am time light Wt f k. case bee cast New exam atay ames P. re "Suc Lus las las A C this thick ick s, r i, r r. R m ta r s. r state state Wee islant of 20 we de de Sus th that thition Bu nua that that the tool ca a r P or in w he and st R and of the nea says ang be s i. R how Jr are uria eria wis this Po ex C ex A J A J A y spect h h h E y spect h h h E y Iowa State Bystander BYSTANDER PUB. CO., Publishers DES MOINES. . . . IOWA The lofer is not afraid of spring faver gerns. It looks as if the barem skirt it to be hobbled. The trouser skirt is not popular even on the Paris stage. The silk hat is threatened, but threatened hats live long. In catching a street car a barem skirt has a hobble skirt skinned a block. There ought to be no trouble in get- ting a little light on the so-called match trust. New uses are continually being found for radium. All that is needed is some radium. Sometimes when you think that opportunity is knocking at your door it turns out to be a collector. The meanest man has been found in Texas. He was arrested for stealing milk from an orphan asylum. A hospital physician declares that everybody is crazy and then. So it isn't always the other fellow. An unusual happening is reported from Connecticut. A woman found $3,000 in her dead husband's pockets. To teach the young idea how to swim Chicago educators think is quite as important as teaching it to shoot. The harem skirt has been causing riots in Rio Janiero, but Buenos Ayres appears to be making an effort to take it tranquilly. Now we are told that a woman's skirt is her crowning glory. All of which is our notion of no place to wear a skirt. In parts of Nova Scotia automobility is allowed four days each week. The rest of the time the roads are perfectly safe. You can send a day letter by telegraph now, but old-fashioned people will cling to the "arrived safety" and "am well" formula. A New York physician promises to make bad boys good by proper breathing. It is a far cry from a strap in the woodshed to a breathing exercise. A foot race has been arranged for one-legged men from Minneapolis to St. Louis. And thus the great work of the twentieth century goes on. A New York office boy made $50,000 speculating in Wall street, but they got $20,000 of it away from him the next day—and he is still fooling around in Wall street. In New York a woman is trying to prove that she loved a man and she offers in evidence letters in which she called him her "ugly monkey" and her "curly bear." It must be splendid to be loved like that. By an astronomer it is alleged that because comets are composed merely of dust collisions with them need not be feared. Just the same they give the solar system the appearance of needing a vacuum cleaner. Winsted, Conn., has a fisherman who claims to have caught a pickler because the latter mistook his nose for bat and jumped in. It strikes the fisherman must have consumed a vast amount of bait to acquire a nose so brilliant that a pickler would jump at it. Under the new law it costs $10 to carry a pistol in New York instead of only $2.50. But those who expect to see the difference reflected in a decrease of shooting affrays will probably be disappointed. If the fee was a small amount, and it was not enforced more strictly than the $2.50 one, it would be just as ineffectual. Sir Hiram Maxim is still singing the praises of that great American dish—pork and beans. Some of these days the humble and much-abused ple will find an authority abroad who will suddenly make us ashamed that familiarity and tradition have made us bellicite the hidden sweetness and light we have with us. A jilted Brooklyn man is suing the fickle fair one for the time lost in courting her. She pleads by way of defense a woman's inalienable right to the pursuit of happiness by changing her mind. In face of this constitutional right the unlucky swain has no case. All the courts appealed to this issue have hitherto uphold this right, which, indeed, antedates everything but the creation. King Sodulich Choon Fe Mahua Zalajvah, of Slam, cables thanks for sending an American representative to his late father's cremation. That is nothing. We are quite willing, on general principles, to send representatives to more cremations of oriental potentates, considering that the Orient has such potentates to burn. But it is to be hoped that Siamese court etiquette will not require an American tongue to get twisted around His Majesty's given name. A gallant court in Pennsylvania has decided that a woman with beautiful eyes can use them in any way she pleases. There is a large measure of prudence in the gallantry, for no court under Heaven could keep beautiful eyes from being used. Richard von Arkovy, a Hungarian bounty arrested in New York the other day for carrying brass knives. Bridely he had heard of the Dresse-Beresford fistic encounter and wanted to be prepared when he broke to American society. INDUSTRIAL GAIN Census Gives Marshalltown Lead Of All Cities of Size in State CLINTON GETS SECOND PLACE First City's increase in Amount of Capital Invested Leap From $1,441,000 to $2,558,000 in Ten Years. Marshalltown.—According to the government census of manufacturing industries, reported from Washington, this is the most rapid strides industrial of any city placed in the same class in Iowa. Clinton, Keokau, Fort Dodge and Boone, the first three of which are larger than Marshalltown. Marshalltown's gain in amount of capital invested jumped from $1,441,000 in 1904 to $2,558,000 in 1909, an increase of 78 per cent. Clinton showed the next largest gain of the five cities cited, and its increase was only 49 per cent. In the amount of wages paid Marshaltown shows a gain of 73 per cent, paying out annually in wages $1,103,000. Kookuk, the next largest in gain, increased only 34 per cent. Marshaltown shows an increase of 56 per cent in the value of her manufactured products in 1969 over 1954; the value of the value used to materials by the manufacturing process; 54 per cent increase in the number of wage earners employed, and an increase of 20 per cent in the number of salaried officers and clerks employed. Iowan's Death Causes Suit. Waterloo....The administrators of the estate of Henry Austin, founder of Austinville, and at one time one of the wealthiest men in Iowa, have brought suit against the Chicago Great Western railways for damages in the sum of $32,225, for his death and the demolition of a valuable auto-museum. Austin was struck by a switch rail at the Mulberville street crossing Feb. 22, and died three days later of his injuries. Thirty Are Initiated Woodbine—Thirty candidates were given first degrees here in the Independent Order of Odd Fellows lodge, the Woodbine drill team doing the work. Two large delegations, one from Logan and one from Dunlap were in attendance. Grand Master Herbert C. Ring of Fort Dodge and Deputy Grand Master Stevens of Council Bluffs were in attendance and gave short addresses. The local lodge has 250 members. Nevada May Get Factory Nevada.—A factory for the mana facture of manure spreaders, small gasoline engines and numerous other implements will be one of the new enterprises to be started here soon. The Commercial club has become interested in a proposition made by capitalists who hold patents on a manure spreader and is preparing for the establishment of a plant here. The company will be capitalized at $25,000. Farmer Hurt In Runawa Perry—John Hansen, a farmer living east of the city, was badly hurt as he was returning to his home, when the horse which he was driving became Frightened at an automobile. The animal turned quickly, upsetting the rig. His right leg was broken. The fracture was a compound one, the fracture being through the flesh. He was taken to a hospital in Des Moines. Moore Repeats Charges Cedar Rapids—Rep. E. R. Moore reiterated his charges against Prof. Holden of Ames, and declared an investigation would prove more than be had alleged. Local members of the state board of education declined to discuss the matter for publication, but admitted that an investigation probably would be made at the next meeting of the board. Assaulted for Revenge Mason City—It develops that the assault upon Dr. J. C. Freeman of Glenville, Minn., was not because of alleged trouble between him and his wife, but was the work of thugs who used the doctor because of his work for warriors and his desire to drive out the bootleggers in that locality. Church Will Have "Gym" Griswold—Union church here will install a "gym" at once and the training will be in charge of T. B. Homan superintendent of the city schools. The "gym" will be free to young men and women of the town. Telegraphers Will Meet Cedar Rapids.—June 9, will see the city filled with members of the Order of Railway Telegraphers, who will celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the organization of this order. Fully 500 are expected. Great Farmer Makes Talk Independence.-Charles W. Willis, of kite track fame, now the largest farmer in the world, preached to large congregations at the Presbyterian church. He has 33,000 acres of land in Canada. Morse Chosen Delegate Estherville.—At the Emmet county Modern Woodmen of America convention held in this city recently J. W. Morse, a prominent attorney, was elected as a county delegate to the convention to be held in Doe Monies, May 3. Albert L. Lindner Elen. Iowa City.—Albert L. Lindner, formerly grand worthy patron of the Greeley, suddenly at Greely, Colo., of heart cording to a telegram received here. Arrested On Honeymoon Trfp. Arrested On Honeymoon Trip. Keckuk-A. a sensational scene was created on the streets of Keckuk and in the police station when Joseph F. Geltz and Pansy Ferguson were arrested and loaded into a parachute on as they were into the bridal tour. They on Chicago to custody at the instance of former Jaller George Ferguson, father of the bride, who said his daughter was only 16 years of age. James Burrows, a justice of the peace, acted as witness to secure the license and then married the couple. Love Letters On File. Marshalltown. —Declaring that the cost bond in her $10,000 breach of promise case against B. L. Pyle, a wealthy farmer of Marletta township, is too high. Mrs. Alma Clark of Dotton, Cook county, Illinois, has filed a resistance to the proposed bond. To show her good faith, Mrs. Clark filled out a letter to Mrs. Clark of Pyle's alleged love letters. The letters are filled with tender messages. Mrs. Clark is a young woman, and Pyle is almost 70 and a grandfather. Judge Directs Verdict. Dubuque.—A motion by the defendant to direct a verdict in the case against Charles Phillips charged with embezzlement, was sustained by Judge Kintzinger. Phillips was charged with the embezzlement of funds of the Singer Sewing Machine company. The alleged crime was committed in Allamakee county, but the failure to return the money to the Dubuque office brought the trial here. Will Build New Plants Ames--The Ames Engineering company has finished the plans and specifications for the two new plants it is to install soon. One of the plants is at Jewell and is to be a $12,000 plant. It is to be a city plant for lighting and power and is controlled by a syndrome. The other plant to be installed is at Marengo, which is being built at Marengo. This plant is to cost about $2,000. Wealthy Farmer Is Sued. Iowa City—Mrs. Helene Coglan, the wife of John Coglan, a wealthy farmer, has sued the latter for a divorce and $10,000 alimony. She alleged that Coglan is disposing of nearly all of his $50,000 worth of property to his son, Timothy, in order to keep the money from his estate. He lent transfers of $15,000 worth of farm lands near Marengo and $8,000 worth near Atlantic, Ia. George S. Terry Dead. Sloux City.—Discouraged by the fact that his son had tuberculosis, his daughter had lost her position with the Singer Sewing Machine company and he himself had been forced to accept a revised contract with the same company. Alfred Dixon, of New York, wrote a pathetic letter to his family, shot himself in the head and died instantly. Boston Woman Is Matron. Marshallown. — Commandant Horton of the Iowa Soldiers' home appointed Mrs. Rachel L. Lyman of Boston, Mass., matron of the woman's dormitory at the home. Mrs. Lyman is a former Council Bluffs woman where she lived for many years. She is the widow of Major Lyman, who commanded a battalion of the Twenty-ninth Iowa infantry. Iowan Dies in Chicago Town Falls—Robert Caine, who was taken to Chicago for an operation the first of last week dived there, and the remains were brought here for interment. Mr. Caine was 40 years of age, and came to this country in 1915. He came to Ellis township, where he engaged in farming up to the present time. Boy, Scouts Take "Hike." Council Bluffs—Roy Scouts of Council Bluffs, in command of Scout Masters Hutchins, Mauer and Sayles and Secretary Eastman of the local Y. M. C. A., and State Secretary Paulson of the Y. M. C. A., held their first camp and jollification at Big Lake, a few miles north of the city. The party "hiked" to the lake where it went into camp. Former Iowan Honored. Mason City—W. A. Brandenburg, former, superintendent of schools of this city and prior to that principal of one of the schools in Des Moines, has been appointed a member of the board of education of the state of Missouri and added to the superintendency of the schools at Oklahoma City last year. Presbytery To Hold Meeting Lenox.-Spring meeting of the Corning Presbytery will be held here this week. Rev. R. C. Richardson of Miraj, India, is moderator. He will not be here and Rev. D. W. Cassat, willing, will deliver the opening sermon. Jowan Goes To Europe Ames—Prof. L. E. Ashbaugh, formerly an instructor in Iowa state college, has recently been sent to London, England, as the representative of engineering contractors of New York city. Pioneer Minister Retires. Clinton—Rev. E. J. Schultz, one of Iowa's ministers, has just been placed on the evangelical conference, at the age of 71, after fifty-one years of active work in ministry. Boy Dies: Sister Very Ill Manchester.-Fred, the 16-year-old son of John Scanlon, Silver Creek, is dead of Bright's disease, and a younger daughter is on her death bed. The Scanlon family is among the most prominent in this section. Not To Electrify Lake. Webster City.-Crooked Creek will not be electrified by the Fort Dodge, Des Moines and Southern at once as reported. All the money the company will be will be expanded on the main line. INTERNATIONAL MOTIVATION NOY'T HUM, CLEVER, BACK MY BIRDIE CHICAGO BUFFALO-DICAN BILL AIDS CONSUMER MORITY REPORT TO CONGRESS SHOWS FREE LIST WOULD RE- DUCE TARIFF $10,016,495. Reciprocity Not Enough to Lift Burden From the Farmers—Former Speaker Cannon in Speech Attacks Canadian Pact. Washington—Chairman Underwood of the ways and means committee submitted to the house the majority report of that body on the so-called farmer's free list bill. The report is an analysis of the proposed duty exemptions and a democratic political argument. The report shows that the bill would reduce the tariff revenue $10,016,495, based on importations for the last fiscal year, an amount described as "inconsiderable in comparison with the great saving and advantages to all of our people from the additions to the tariff." Quoting President Taft's recent Canadian reciprocity speeches, the report seeks to convey the impression that the administration is convinced that protective tariff rates are too high "In several public addresses," it says, "the president has admitted that tariff rates are too high, that such rates have resulted in excessively high prices for consumers in the increased cost of living, which now bears heavily on our people, and that they have not received the long promised benefits of domestic competition under high protective duties." Again the report declares: "The Canadian reciprocity agreement now before the house is a recognition on the part of the administration of the injurious effects of the extreme protection measures imposed upon the country, and an effort to mitigate its effects." The reciprocity agreement, the committee asserts, cannot afford the American people all the needed relief from high prices. "Action on the agreement involves the necessity of further and immediate action in removing a number of duties on imports from Canada, and the justice may be done to the great army of agricultural producers who, in the Canadian agreement, are to have all the alleged protection removed from their products without a corresponding or reciprocal removal of the protective duties on the commodities they must purchase to sustain their livelihood. Former Speaker Cannon vigorously in a speech attacked Canadian reciprocity. Aided by a large map of the United States and Canada, he played the role of schoolmaster to a crowded floor and filled galleries. Mr. Cannon assailed the proposed agreement as dangerous to American trade, inflicting a great harm to American farmers and certain to result in depreciation of American farm land. "Not since the war with Spain and all that followed it has there been considered by the house of representatives so important a bill as the one now pending," he declared. "On the action the house rests the well beaten ground of the people of the United States. Is it on slight consideration to vitalize into law an agreement that affects the prosperity of every home in the land?" To Expedite Parcels Post Washington.—By an order of the treasury department Chicago will hereafter handle all parcel post mails from Austria. Hungary, Germany, Switzerland, and probably Great Britain, directed to sons in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nebraska, Idaho, North and South Dakota, Montana, Utah and Wyoming. The order "ill become effective day, and is designed to facilitate the delivery of parcel post mails from European countries to far western states. Fire Chief Croker Quits New York.—Edward F. C. Croker, chief of the New York city fire department, tendered his resignation to take effect on May 1. Deputy Chief John D. Browne, designated by Fire Commissioner Waldo to be acting chief of the department. Russian Painter Hangs Himself Russian Painter Hange Himself. St Petersburg - M. Kryzhelsky, the landscape painter and member of the Russian academy, committed suicide in a fit of despondency. The artist hanged himself in his home. D. A. R. FIGHT CLOSE D. A. R. FIGHT CLOSE CAMPAIGN FOR PRESIDENT GENERAL TOPIC AT CONGRESS. Contest Between Mrs. Scott of Illinois and Mrs. Story of New York Promises to Be Lively. Washington—Washington is swarming with Daughters of the American Revolution. And they are busier than the proverbial bees. The twenty-fourth annual congress opened here with Daughters from nearly every section of the Union in attendance. Every day, the president, by the fair visitors and hundreds of private homes have been hospitably thrown open for the invaders. The delegates will be formally received by the president and Mrs. Taft at the White House. The delegates, with other members of the organization and of the Sons of the American Revolution, were given a reception by President-General Mrs. Scott. When the congress was called to order in Continental Memorial hall by Mrs. Mathew T. Scott of Illinois, the president-general, there began what is expected to be one of the stormiest meetings in the history of the order. Questions of "politics" have resulted in the formation of factions, each with its own ideas, radically different from those of the opponents. Naturally, interest can be generated by the president with Mrs. Scott, the presiding officer, in the strategic point of the conflict. Mrs. William Cummings Story of New York, defeated candidate for president-general at the last congress, will "carry the fight" to Mrs. Scott and her adherents. She has raised the cry of "oligarchy," and declares that Mrs. Scott is and has been attempting, through the medium of the governing board, to "rule the society against its constitution." As part of the campaign, Mrs. Story's field in her behalf, 100,000 letters have been sent to the members in the various states petitioning their support in the movement to "dethrone the ruler and her clique." BOYLES ALLOWED TO VISIT Man and Wife, Convicted of Whitta Kidnaping, Meet for First Time Since Incarceration Pittsburgh, Pa.—"Jimmy" Boyle and his wife, Helen, met for the first time since their incarceration in the western Pennsylvania penitentiary for kidnaping Willie Whitta of Sharon. Boyle was sentenced to life imprisonment and his wife to 25 years' imprisonment. The couple were persecuted as mass killers an hour together and hereafter they will be permitted a similar visit once every three months. The woman says she still loves her husband and her one desire is to be free so she can work for his freedom. A local attorney is preparing legal action looking to her release. Roosevelt Ends Long Tour New York—Col. Theodore Rosevelt arrived home from his seven weeks' tour of the west. As he stepped off a train from Chicago he came into contact with a crowd of outgoing visitors, many of whom greeted him with cheers. Nearly 200 persons followed the colonel to the carriage door and many grasped his hand just as he jumped into an automobile to be whisked away to Oyster Bay. Wants a New Constitution Washington.—Representative Berger, Socialist, want congress to have power to call a constitutional convention. He introduced a resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution granting that authority and characterized the Constitution as "antiquated and obsolete." Sculptor Carabelli Dies Cleveland, O.-Joseph Carabell, sculptor and former member of the Ohio legislature, died suddenly of apoplexy. Actress Is Shot Down New York—Vina Wray, an actress, while leaving the stage door of the Hipodromo was shot down and seriously wounded by an unidentified man who had been seen lurking near the theater. Her assailant was arrested. **Army Aviator Killed by Fall.** Versalles, France—Captain Caron of the French army aviation corps fell with his aeroplane from a height of twenty-five feet and was crushed to OPEN BIG CATHEDRAL CHOIR OF ST. JOHN THE DIVINE IN NEW YORK IS CONSECRATED. Many Distinguished Clergymen and Laymen Are Present—Two Beautiful Chapels Dedicated. New York. — The Cathedral of St. John the Divine, the largest church edifice in the western hemisphere, was formally opened here in the presence of distinguished pastors of the United States and Europe together with prominent personages from the various walks of life. Though the great structure on Morningside Heights may not be fully completed for 75 years to come, the completion of the "crossing" has given between the colossal granite arches of the tower a space where 5,000 people may congregate. It is this part the choir and the two finished chapels, that was consecrated. The largest and most distinguished procession ever assembled in an Episcopal church in this country was seen at the opening service. Among those who participated in the ceremonies were 26 bishops, 400 other clergymen and the delegates to the diocese convention. Among prominent laymen who attended the exercises were Mrs. William H. Dietz, President Taft could not arrange to be present. Among the bishops who took part in the ceremonies were: Warrell of Nova Scotia, Olmsted of central New York, Millspaugh of Kansas, Vincent of southern Ohio, Lyons of Newark, Burgess of Long Island, Harding of Washington, Mackay-Smith of Philadelphia, Grafton and Coadjutor Bishop Weller of Fond du Lac, Wils. Talbot of Bethlehem, Pa.; Whitehead of Pittsburg, Brewster of Connecticut, St. Michael of Lawrence, Massachusetts, Knight of Cuba, Sweeney of Toronto and Morris W. Libert, head of the Moravian church in this country. Much of the structure thrown open for use today is temporary. Parts consecrated are the permanent ones only. These are the choir, although that is not yet wholly complete, for much of the interior marble lining is not in; and two of the chapels, both permanent, the one erected by August Belmont, which is the middle one, and is known as St. Saulus's chapel, and the one used by Sir J. K. Mediately adoling and known as the Chapel of St. Columba. The other five chapels are not yet finished. The cost of the cathedral to date has been between $3,000,000 and $4,000,000. Some money has been set aside for endowment, and there is no debt. It is expected that the completed structure will cost a total of $15,000,000. So elaborate and colossal are the plans for the edifice that more than one notable feat of engineering had to be performed and othered yet to be solved. One unexpedient way of placing the keystone in the central dome, the largest all-granite dome in the world, without the use of scaffolding or false work. M'FARLAND BESTS MURPHY Chicago Boy Outclasses "Harlem Tommy" in Ten-Round Bout at New York. New York. — Pacey McFarland, the Chicago boxer, had the better of his ten-round bout with "Harlem" Tommy Murphy before the Fairmount Athletic club. It was a case of speed and cleverness against a man of the more rugged type, and the former proved the superior in a short bout. McFarland carried the fight to Murphy from gong to gong, and at the end of the session the little Harlem boxer had taken everything that Packey was able to inflict. Little damage was done to either man. Soch Bend, Ind. — Harry Forbes of Chicago, Former bantam weight champion of the Knocked out Young Jimmy Britt of N. Y., after ten seconds of fighting in the first round here, a right corner to the jaw finishing the eastern fighter. EDWARD A. MOSELEY EXPIRES Secretary of Interstate Commerce Commission Dies of Heart Disease, Aged 65 Years. Washington—Edward A. Moseley, secretary of the interstate commerce commission and originator of much labor legislation, died here, after a long illness. He was sixty-five years old. The immediate cause of death was heart trouble, superinduced acute kidney disease. As an intimate friend and personal adviser of presidents, cabinet officers, representatives, senators and other public officials during the last quarter of a century Mr. Moseley accomplished notable results, especially along humanitarian and philanthropic lines. May Halt Camerra Trials Viterbo, Italy.—The trial of the Neapolitan Camerists may be halted and a new investigation of the murder of Gennaro Cuoccolo and his wife ordered on the ground that the informer, Gennaro Abattamegio, was an accomplice in the crime. Paris Still Third Largest City Paris, France.—Paris retains its position as the third largest city in the world, the census takes last month showing a population of 2,845,986, an increase of 124,225 over 1906. Elect B F Bush David Elect B. F. Bush President. New York.—B. F. Bush, president of the Western Maryland Railway company for several years, was elected president of the Missouri Pacific Railway company at a meeting of the board of directors. Boxer Dies After Bout. Waterbury, Conn.—William Luke of this city, who took part in a boxing exhibition here, is dead. His death was due, it is said, to injuries received in his fight with Joe Clancy, also a local man. PEACE IS IN SIGHT MEXICANS WILL END WAR T AVERT UNITED STATES INTERVENTION. Government's Reply to Taft is an Apology for Battle on Border—Rebels Evacuate Acuare Priesta and Federales March into Town. Mexico City.—Peace is in sight. A proposition for an armistice, pending negotiations for a settlement of Mexico's internal troubles, was received by foreign relations from Washington, presumably from Dr. Vasques Gomes. The armistice is asked for to avoid "international complications" and is evidently caused by apprehension that the United States would take a hand in the mixup. The government has sent a reply to the request that it will be glad to receive and consider a formal proposal to negotiate a formal agreement. The suggestion from the Maderistas included a desire for arrangements for pourrarians for peace. It can be stated on the highest authority that the Mexican government will meet the Maderistas fully half way, that no difficulties will be encountered as to amnesty or as to the program, and that if the Maderistas are in the alightest degree reasonable peace is assured in a few days' time. The minister for foreign affairs, Francisco L. de la Barra, stated that the Mexican government in its reply to the note of the A-erican government with reference to the fatalities which had occurred during the first attack on Preta had corroborated its regret for the same and had offered to repeat the orders already given to its soldiers to avoid shooting in the direction of the American frontier, although it pointed out that the shots which had caused the fatalities in question were fired, according to official information corroborated by the Mexican authorities who form the majority of the so-called Lonez company of rebels. In its reply the Mexican government declared its surprise at the procedure of certain subordinate officials, a procedure opposed to the practices of international law and contrary to the friendship which existed between the two nations. Further, Mr. De La Barra expressed his conviction that these incidents will not affect the friendly relations between the two nations in the slightest, as their respective governments are animated by the most sincere sense of justice. Agua Prieta, Mexico.—The rebel army, following almost 18 hours of intense fighting, evacuated Agua Prieta, quite evacuated the during the night. It moved out silently and when day broke was nowhere to be seen. The Mexican national troops entered the city at dawn, encountering no resistance. The reason for the evacuation of the city after their all day defense of it was not at first apparent. The logical conclusion seemed to be that they had exhausted their ammunition. Later developments showed the rebel army to be disrupted. Its leaders gave up the fight and the men in the ranks appear to have fled in directions of their own individual choosing. The victorious federal force, which occupied the town, numbered about 1,200 men. Lleu Col. Reynaldo Rialdo was in supreme command. Under him were major Lulis Medina Barron of the rurales and Commandant Francisco Chipa, formerly prefect of the town of Moctezuma. The government losses may never be known. The federalals declined the assistance of the Red Cross, stating that the army would care for its own families in the fight" referring to the federalals remove, their dead and wounded to the rear. It is understood that those killed were buried on the field. None was brought into the bull ring at Agua Prieta. BIG FURNITURE STRIKE ON Union Men Start War in Grand Rapids, Mich., Bringing on Serious Labor Crisis. Grand Rapids, Mich.—The long-expected strike of the furniture workers of Grand Rapids, which has been hanging fire for several weeks, while a committee of citizens has endeavored to bring about an amicable understanding between manufacturers and men, was officially declared on. The union men in nearly sixty furniture factories, including woodworking shops, packed up their tools and walked out. Between 6,000 and 7,000 union men, including varnishers and finishers as well as cabinet-makers, carvers and woodworkers, went out. About 3,000 other employees who are not unionized are affected by the strike. Roommate of Lincoln is Dead. Bloomington, Ill.—Henry Brown, ninety-two years old, a roommate of Abraham Lincoln, when the latter was practicing law here, died on his farm near here. He had many letters written to him by Lincoln. Seek to Impose Warden. Lansing, Mich.-By a vote of 77 to 19, the house of representatives adopted a resolution presented by Representative Straight calling for the impeachment of Warden James Russell of Marquette prison. Two Killed in Auto Mishap. Cleveland, O.-W. S. Gorton, secretary and general manager of the Standard Welding company, and his chauffeur, Moses Lee, were instantly killed when a Lake Shore train struck Gordon's automobile at West Seventy-sixth street. Bryan Refuses to Meat Bailey. Fort Worth, Tex.-William Jennings Bryan refuses to engage in a debate with Senator Bailey on the tariff. Bailey supporters had strongly urged the debate. ARCHIBALD'S AGATHA BY EDITH HUNTINGTON MASON AUTHOR OF "THE REAL AGATHA" CHAPTER XII.—Continued. "So you were the man in the draw room the other night?" she exclaimed, when he had finished telling her, and she opened her beautiful gray eyes very atypical at young Murray. "By Jove, yes!" I added, "and it wasn't old Terhune, after all!" "And it wasn't old Terhune, either, who was with Agatha First the day you saw the red automobile in the woods," she said. "By Jove, no!" I said excitedly. "I knew I'd seen that machine of Brancepeth's before." And as I glanced at it again the whole significance of the mystery we had made in regard to Agatha First and Arch came to me with the force of revelation. I turned to explain it all to Dearest, but, as usual, she was ahead of me. "It was you all the time!" she said to Arch, "I knew such an incredible belief that I wondered, until she turned to Arch and I saw what bearing that fact had on the situation in regard to Agatha Sixth and Terhune's aunt's property. "I'm so sorry!" she said, holding out her hands to the old boy. "We did you an injustice, Mr. Terhune!" And she told him briefly of the scene she and I and Agatha Sixth had been witness to the other night in the drawing room and our suspicions of him in connection with it. It took him a moment or two to discover that the meant, and what her discovery that our suspicions were unjust might mean, and I spoke before he did. "And now it will be all right, Dearest, I said, "about Agatha Sixth. She will see that she was unjust to Arch and you will tell her, won't you?" And I looked at her eagerly. But to my surprise, just as I thought everything explained, everything arranged and the road clear to a reconciliation and engagement between my friend and my wife's friend, toward the accomplishing of which object we had invited both parties to come to Castle Wykhoff, Dearest seemed inclined to spoil the whole thing by refusing to act as mediator between the two. And a mediator between the two. If they to be brought together in time to make the engagement a fact before the fatal hour had arrived, for Miss Lawrence was still locked in the fastness of her room. "I say! I implored, seizing Dearest's hand," don't hesitate now! At such a crists. Go and tell Agatha Sixth the news and get her to come down before it's too late! By Jove, it is hard on old珀 Terhene to lose a fortune because you choose to have whims! "I was so earnest I was almost angry. "One would think a fortune was a matter of no importance to him at all!" "That's just it!" replied my wife sadly; "it's of too much importance! The only reason that I hesitate to do anything is because I am alone along that the fortune has been the only important thing to you men! What a pity!" And the eye I love best in the world filled with tears. And It was then that the whole thing came to me and I saw at once what was the other obstacle I had to face in my attempt to obtain a fortune for my friend. Now that Agatha Sixth's mistake in regard to his fondness for Agatha First had been dissolved by Brancépee's revelations, the only impairment to the satisfactory conclusion of Arch's affair Dearest's refused to co-operate with more than once because of her belief that Terhene's wish to marry Agatha Sixth was purely a mercenary one. And as I as lengthen comprehended what I had only seen a long time ago if I had only stopped to think. I understood in a second her scornful and almost resentful attitude toward myself on several occasions, for apparently supporting my friend in his meretricious designs. With this new grasp of the situation suddenly given to me, I couldn't begin fast enough to understand what I had so later learned myself, that Terhene sincerely loved Muss Laurence. As cleverly as I could speak I began to tell her, as proof, of Arch's repudiation of my suggestion in regard to asking Agatha First instead, a moment ago in the hall. I judged, 10.15 During This Meal We Gathered Further Details. an, judged rightly, as events proved, that the recital of this incident from my lips would convince my wife as nothing else could, that I was right in believing that Terhune had come at length to see that love, more than anything else in the world—even fortune—was the only thing worth considering when it came to a question of getting married. "Don't you see," I ended, "he refused to do as I suggested, refused to go and Agatha First, although he believed only that she would accept him, solely because he was in love with Agatha Sixth, and would rather have had no ostrich at all. I feared with any other girl?" I held my hand on her arm appealing. My last trump had been played, but not in vain. Grasping my meaning with lightning like rapidity, Dearest was on the instant action. "The time, Wilfred, the time!" she urged, her cheeks afame, aer gray eyes black. "Six minutes of one," I answered, as she pulled the watch from my hands. "Archibald Terhune! Do you hear that?" she almost shouted to Arch in uncontrollable excitement. "It's six minutes of one! Find Agatha Sixth and ask her to marry you, for heaven's sake! Then, as Terhune only stood and stared at her with dropped jaw, she stamped her foot vehemently. "Don't stand and stare like that!" she cried. "Do as I say! Hurry! Run for your life!" And Arch was gone at the word, though I don't think he had until then any idea that there was still time to retrieve the day and a fortune. To do him justice, I don't think he had any other thought subsequent to Brancéphte's story and the revelations that fo'waked in regard to Agatha sixth!, season for refusing him, than he would easily try to change her min' and marry him, then he suspicions had profound unfounded. And this thought, to give him all his fate, had been sufficient to make him happy without any thought of his aunt's property. In fact, I think he During This Meal We G bad forgotten the latter in the first bliss of the moment, but when Dearest raised her warning and inspiring cry he had realized that after all a fortune like that his saint's property represented was quite well worth the having, I'm not attempting to deny, you see, that there was enough of his old self left, in spite of the changes love had brought about, not to make him rather certain, now that Dearest and reminded him that a small farm would not make half a bad sort of wedding present. At least I noticed that he lost no time in obeying her mandate, for no sooner were the words out of her mouth than Terhune was in full cry for the stalckase, with Dearest and myself hard after him, while a couple of fox terriers that had sprung from dear knows where added to the confusion by yapping at our heels and otherwise impeding our progress, in a praiseworthy attempt to be in at the死. An enemy, as I tripped the confession and whoohed with Dearest, I heard that brunched of a Br攀eout on the stoop shrieking, "Gone away!" Gone away!" as if he were! It is no wonder, then, having admitted the childish state of excitement in which Terhune's last throw for a fortune against time had thrown us, that in the confusion we all three succeeded in running into Agatha First, as she came round the corner of the hall on her way, I suppose, to find out what all the noise was about. Do I stopped a moment of things her heart did see over my shoulder, and I hurried after Arch, that the two had given each other a swift embrace before Agatha First hurred on to meet her lover. We had just reached the staircase, however, when Dearest overtook us. "What are you going to do?" she asked Arch, who was just about to ascend. "Go up and find Miss Lawrence," replied the distracted lover, "as quick as I can." But Dearest gilded past me and stood in front of him on the stairs, barring the way. "Wait!" she commanded. "She's in her room, you can't do that! You can't go and scream the good news through her door very well. It wouldn't do at all. You must have more regard for the appearance of the thing!" "But, good heavens!" cried poor Terhune, "this is no time to think of appearances—it's three minutes of one!" But my darling paid no attention to him. "Hold him, Wilred," she ordered him, applying to obey to a gone in the shadow of the hall she stood. Two and a half minutes later, and not a second after, she appeared, leading Agatha Sixth by the hand, though it is true the latter looked weepy-eyed, to say the least, and gave every appearance of reluctance. This vanished, however, at sight of Terhune, red-faced and somewhat warm from his vain efforts to free himself from my embrace, and she flew down the stairs to meet him and by sheer force of arms, not to be fea-tious, compelled me to relinquish my fear of fire. Something I was jolly well pleased to do, by the way. Arch is a hard man to hold when he’s riled, and that two and a half minutes of suspense had made me his debtor for a couple of knocks and one well-kicked shin. But just how the miracle of Agsiax Sith’s change of heart had been accomplished, or in what manner Dearest had so presented her case as to achieve such speedy results, I am not prepared to state, on one hand, that I had expected of the cleverness of my wife, and as for Terhune, I mlkh he was too happy to know or care. CHAPTER XIII. As for the rest of us, including Solicitor Barnes, who had been rescued from the library by some maid or footman, we repaired immediately to the dining room, where the wedding luncheon, of Darest's creation, awaited us, and had all taken our places be by the big club on the dining room. Of course the bridal nature of the table decorations made a hit—as my Americanized wife persists in saying—with those two ardent lovers, Brancepeth and Agatha First, and they admired and exclaimed quite as if the whole thing were gotten up for their especial benefit. And it was during this meal that we gathered around the table, admiring the variations that had beset the path of this new happy pair, which explained and Gathered Further Details. accounted for many hitherto unacountable happenings of our own experience. Among other things it appeared that the man was of course the owner of the checked coat I had seen in the automobile in the woods, and that the coat we had found in Terhune's closest later had only borne a resemblance to it. The young man had run down from his uncle's place in his machine that day, he told us, to meet Agatha First in the woods, by prearrangement with her husband, and to business of her assumed headache and refusal to go to Northbury with us. They had been obliqued to keep their attachment a secret evidently enough on account of Brancepeth's uncle's determination to marry him to Miss Simplin. But when we protested against their having left us out of their confidence, Brancepeth explained they had thought it best because they feared that Cecil Chiltern, who, it seemed, was a great friend and political ally of his despicable uncle, would find out from us, probably through my wife's friend ship for his wife, about Brancepeth's engagement to Agatha First, in which Brancepeth felt convinced Chiltern would feel it his duty to inform despicable uncle, "Thereby," as the young man himself put it, "raising the deuce of a row for nothing, don't you know." (TO BE CONTINUED) Your Thoughts. Don't go to sleep with a frown on your brow. A drawn-down mouth and screwed-up eyes help to bring wrinkles. But really one needs to think pleasant thoughts in the daytime, too. Pleasant thoughts bring a serene expression to the face, which, as the years go on, becomes permanent. The people you meet who have pleasuring faces are the ones who have never allow hard or unkind or contented thoughts to find a resting place in their minds, and there is urgent necessity for cultivating serenity to fall asleep with. WIT AND HUMOR THE WAYS OF WOMAN. With a quarter in her silver mesh purse, she can shop all day, buy nothing, and come home and tell you all about it. She'll narrate it all without a trace of regret at not having purchased at least half she saw, and she'll appear as happy as a lark over the mere pricing. She'll give you in detail the gown of every woman she met, added to its choice bits of personal history—no, not gossip—and snatches of conversation At the same time, she will have stopped at the grocer's, the butcher's the caterer, and she has a fluent acquaintance with everything the mark affords. Yet in our blindness, we only state that gonius is mascu line. THE STUDENT. I have learned that wise men always allow women to think they're easily managed. There's only a step between recklessness and danger. Some girls flirt simply because it is expected of them. Wonders never cease while a man's in love—after that, he ceases to wonder. Women are only interesting when they are personal, and yet some fool men find fault with that. There's a tragedy for every wrinkle in a woman's face, and a comedy for every coat of powder she smudges on to conceal it. UNFAIR WOMAN. Men tell the truth when in their cups; women, when in tears. A young woman believes nothing a fatterer says; an old one, everything. A woman's justice is like her most fashionable wrap; fastened sideways. The wise woman gives careless advice, knowing that it won't be followed, anyhow. A girl would rather share her chum's sorrowful confidences than her confectionery. Most women run after the fashion so swiftly that they're too much out of breath to converse with them when they meet. SAYS THE OLD MAID. When a woman recommends man- ring to you, sometimes it's a sign of trouble. The woman who can fancy herself always in love gets real enjoyment out of life. The disillusions a woman has to suf- fer is nothing to the illusions she keeps on nourishing. The girl of many seasons generally has many reasons for not taking any man for granted. It’s awfully sweet to sew on baby clothes, if you can put aside thoughts of future trouser-patches or filmsy wedding gowns. THE CUD CHEWER. Many are called and more are bluffed. Money never did one thing we all want; bring back youth. Wit is pure when strained through the tissue of human kindness. Anybody that loses heart at the first heat isn't fit for a good race. Some people are accused of being thick-hided when they're merely doing their best to hide where the whip burts. PROSPERITY. Prosperity is a leaver. The man who is after a great fortune may not amass it; but he who is in search of progress generally finds it. When a fellow wants to make a good showing, all he has to do is to invest in gold bricks, but solid success comes only with deep digging. CYNICAL SAL. An after dinner proposal may be as sweet as dessert, but it is just as soon gone. The flirtatious young man is never happy unless he's making many miserable. A man will tell you the most impossible things and yet you have to wear a plausible look. GOOD WORKING MOTTOES Aviator's—Onward and upward. Real Estate Man's—Deeds, not words. Blacksmith's—Keep forging ahead. Tailor's—Dun or they'll do you. Money Lender's—Never a day without an advance. Burglar's—Do your work quietly and without ostentation. Politician's—Never give in till the office gives out—Ex. NEGROES ON THE COAST OF SOUTH CAROLINA (BY RICHARD CARROLL.) As the Jews do not change their old-time custom in their worship—adhering strictly to their fathers and Mosaic ceremonies—so negroes on the islands and on the coast of South Carolina hold to their old-time customs. Some of their practices and superstitions were brought over from Africa. Many of them believe in "Root doctors" or "Hoodoo doctors." On last Sunday I met one of these old "Hoodoo" doctors on the public with a fellow with a liberal sympathy of roots and herbs. "The physicians" claim they can cure all diseases, give you good luck, tell one his future, tell who are your enemies, tell how long you will live; they keep off "witches"; they can punish your enemies or bless your friends for you; they can tell how many deaths you are going to have in your family; they can give you a certain root or rabbit foot to carry in your pocket to give "good luck." Many of these people believe in "ghosts or spirits." Superstitious Practices Hearing of the superstitious practices of some in the graveyards, I went to a cemetery to investigate. When persons are buried one can see many pieces of glass, pottery, and other thenn vessels on the top of the graves. On one I observed several spoons, out of which the sick person took medicine. Here were the glasses, the pitcher, cup, and on some of the graves I found medicine and I was informed that this was the medicine left in the bottle after the death of the person. On Sunday morning I went to considerable trouble to find some of the pastors on the island. I succeeded in finding some, of whom the most prominent were Revs J. Brown and Washington. These preachers could not give me any reason for placing these articles on the graves, and they claimed that it was impossible to give any reason out of those who practice this superstition. One old woman, about seventy-five years old, told me that she came into this world and found the people "doing that," but she did not know for sure what people do many things without giving a reason for so doing. There is one thing remarkable about colored people everywhere, they seldom go to a graveyard, unless they go to bury come one. No individual goes there alone, unless he goes to seek religion. Religious Worship on the island. There is as much dignity, decorum and quietness in a colored congregation in the cities of Charleston, Georgetown and Beaumont as one will find in the average white assembly. One would be surprised to see a congregation of colored people on the islands assembled for worship in their temples. They make no demonstrations while preaching is going on; they make no noise; they do not even shout in the churches, as negroes do in the upper part of the state. You will not bear a groan nor a sigh, if they are not moved by "hery eloquence to storm preaching. Before you speak, you must be quiet as Quaker. There is little or no whispering in the congreation. One old preacher said to me, "did you cut preach till you bust, you wident grit a groan." Where They Do Shout: The colored people have on each plantation on St. Helena's island a "praise house." Here they meet for prayer and praise every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday nights. This custom has been kept up on the islands and plantations for nearly 200 years. If one desires to see shouting come with me to one of these "praise houses." There are about thirty of these places for "praise" on St. Helena, and they were a "praise meeting" going on last Saturday night anew to write to see how these worship. Prof. J. E Blanton and I left our bedroom after 12 o'clock and went off to the meeting. Many earnest prayers were made from 10 p. m. to 1 a. m., interspersed with old spiritual or plantation melodies that made me feel that I was at the very gates of Heaven. Here were many old-time women with the old-time "bundana" handkerchief and the old-time an away-bleed men. There was nothing strange in this mode of worship; but strange things happened later on. One of the leaders of the meeting noticed that the writer was in the audience, and he demanded that I "jine in and do sumtung to show wedder I was for de debleb or God." He requested of me a speech or a song or a prayer. After making three or four demands, I decided to have a talk. After speech, and the benediction was announced, then the "shouting" began and lasted till five o'clock Sunday morning. Sinner. You Better Get Ready. Sinner, You Better Get Ready. I shall here relate what happened. The benches were moved from the building or put in the loft. The old people sat on a line of benches, close to the wall or up in a corner; many of them lit their pipes and began to smoke. Some went to a nearby house Many women, otherwise clever with the needle, think it difficult to reline a jacket. It is in reality simple. Rip out one-half of the jacket lining for a pattern, cut a complete lining by this, leaving the other half attached to the jacket for a guide. Sew the lining together, leaving the underarm seams open. Now base L2. one-half, fitting it smooth and seams bottom to bottom of the jacket, then rip out the half of the lining and bast in the same way. How to Reline a Coat. to get something to eat. Lunch houses are kept open all night at these "praise houses" as a rule. One of the old women started a song entitled, "Sinner, You Better Get Ready." The young men, boys and women who had been standing on the outside during "praise meeting" came in, and, catching each other by the hand, began to march around in a ring in the middle of the ring and led the singing. I was informed that half of them in the ring were "sinners" and not members of any church. To me this shouting resembled an oldtimer "cake walk" or dance. The old men and women, being stiff in the knees and not active in the legs, did not participate in the shouting, because they could not move around fast enough; but they cheered those that were in the ring. Occasionally one would get high spirited and lift his voice up, and he heard saying, "Trow dot foot, gal, don't let dog outshout you; *" mind, boy, dat gal is kuming at you." Many of them were patting their hands and stamping their feet, while the shouting was going on. Many of them shouted till they were exhausted, while others were washed down in perspiration. Stripping for Action. After the first go-round the shouters "stripped for action." The men pulled off their coats and piled them up in the corner of the house. The women took off their coats and burdensome clothing. One old fellow cried out, "Now, Brudder Carral, you will see some shouting." As late as 2 a.m. m. people were "coming to the "praise house," while a few of the originals longing to see it is that the priors do not attend these prayer meetings. The majority of the preachers do not approve of this mode of worship. One can preach "till he hests" on this practice, but it will go on just the same. There is no people in the state that I delight more in being among these members of my race on the coast. They are exceedingly polite; they respect persons who are in authority and they are far superior to them. They are the divine worship in the church. In churches they act like "white folks," but in "praise houses" they are "cake walkers." OF INTEREST TO MEN With the coming of the pretty days, men are beginning to think of their spring and summer clothes. Uppermost in their minds are the kind of suits to wear. Cheviots, worsted, cashmere, Scotch cutlings, will all be used to a greater extent. This season will denote the passing of the spring, worsted, and a narrow stitch will be in fashion. Tans, blues, grays and canary shades will be the fashion. The Chantierler is still the rage among the well dressed men. No summer passes without the fancy vest. They are always worn by the well dressed man. There are a number of samples shown by the leading tailors of the city. Dark, colored vest, white, black, while the gray skiwaletcoat is among the array of patterns. Summer will bring flannels and will be worn by the fastidious dresser. A man is said to be "genteel" when he is elegant in men, appearance and dress. Fashionable clothes of today make a man look as though he was worth millions, when his clothes are cut to fit and are in the height of fashion. A good tailor can bring out a man's individualities and make him look as though he was "just from a bandbox." Most all men are thinking keenly about their haberdashery; this is because they see the windows filled with the latest styles and fashions. Men are equally as curious now about their dress as women. They look with joy to the coming approach of summer when they can wear their low quarters, negile shirts and pretty neckwear. In neckwear, the Alice blue, the musk, watermelon and gray will be among the colors worn. "Girls and sweethearts" will play a big part in the making of neckties for men. No knitting machine can beat the delicate hand of the woman in making and knitting neckties, and the young men will no doubt be pleased to receive a tie for a birthday remembrance. Earliest derbys are black, brown and gray. Alpines are in good form. Shapes in all headgear are generous, crowns and brims bespeak an amplitude of material, although this liberality is not overdone. The chamois glove is cool and will be worn a great deal this spring. Lisle, in gray and black, is cultivated and will be worn by the "well dressed" man. Sew the new lining all around bottom, neck and fronts. Any fullness will go into the armholes and under-grain seams, which should be sewed last of all. Cut the sleeves from the old lining and attach at the top and bottom, finishing the armhole first. Be sure to have the lining larger than the sleeves, so as to allow plenty of room at the elbow. How many thousands of dollars are farmers going to lose by letting the stock run 1. Business Men of Muscatine Want The Militia Recalled AFFAIRS ARE MOST CRITICAL The Situation Is Now Just As It Was Before the Recent Riots and The Subsequent Movement Muscatine, Ia., April 21—All negotiations between the local manufacturers and their employees are again off following a meeting of the union last night when the men unanimously voted not to return to work until a better understanding had been reached. State Labor Commissioner Van Duyen through whose efforts a working agreement looking toward a settlement of difference was reached Tuesday, arrived in the city, but found himself unable to readjust matters at this time. Before returning to Des Moines, Mr. Van Duyen expressed the belief that before long a new and better understanding between the two forces might be reached and it is understood he stands ready to lend his services toward affecting such an agreement at any time. In the case of situation remains as it was before Mr. Van Duyen's efforts to effect a settlement began. Strikers do not want the militia to return and enforce martial law. But the business men do. Reports are that a committee from the Commercial club will ask that the soldiers be rushed back to enforce a respect for the law. The manufacturer will state their position, other than to say that the union will never be recognized. Just as firmly the unionists say they will have "the right to live" or secure revenge upon the owners. Affairs are most critical. An outbreak is feared tonight. What would happen if the strikers should let loose the militia? The terror. Sheriff Vanatta and his deputies would probably be powerless to cone with the situation. WILL NOT LOSE IN CONGRESS Iowa Had Close Call Being the Lowest on the List, Just Coming Within the Limit. Des Moines, April 21—Dispatches from Washington state that Iowa escapes without the loss of a single member in the re-apportionment bill as it was reported to the house. In order to get Iowa and a number of southern and eastern states in without decrease it was necessary to raise the number of members of the house from three hundred and ninety-one to four hundred and thirty-three, and add forty-two members to the growing states. Iowa was the lowest on the list, just coming within the limit, 211,877, from each of her districts. Anticipate the Moon Law Des Moines, April 21—Anticipating that the report of the legal department as to the effect of the recent supreme court decision under the Moon law would be unfavorable to them four months ago, salons and other places there. There are others affected by the Moon law who may decide to close their places today. Former Lawmaker Dead Oksalaoske, April 22.—R. W. Gleason, city solicitor, prominent in Masonic and Grand Army circles, died here of bright's disease. He was a member of the 12th New Hampshire Infantry and represented Mahaska county in the 17th General assembly in 1877 and the 1878. May Abandon Line Mason City, April 21.—it appears that the projected railway, known as the Forest City, Fertile & Mason City line, has been abandoned. S. Baldwin and J. W. Murphy, who have been promoting the line, left for Sloux City. Fertile people claim the road will be built. Elles Big Damage Suit Webster City, April 21—Frank Taylor has filed suit against the Webster City Brick and Tile company asking $10,000. The sum is asked for alleged injuries which it is claimed have incapacitated Mr. Taylor for working. Eagles' State Convention Here. Des Moines, April 21—Eagles from all Moines will leave their aerials on June 6 to meet in Des Moines for the annual convention to be held in Des Moines. Two thousand delegates are expected to be present at the three days' meeting, June 6, 7 and 8. Judge Clark Indorsed Mason City, April 21—Judge J. J. Clark has been indored by the Methodists of this part of the state as the conference delegate to the general conference of the church, which is to be held in May. Great Dental Programme **Great Dental Programme.** Des experts from several outside states will be on the programme of the forty-ninth annual meeting of the Iowa State Dental society May 2, 3, and 4 at the Coliseum. Boone Saloon Patition Boone, April 21—The saloon petition was fled last night containing 223 names more than necessary. The Civic league is copying the names and hopes to secure withdrawals to kill the petition. Sentiment seems to be that the petition will win. **Saloon War Goes On.** Ottumwa, April 21—The war between the drys and wets over the new saloon petition goes on and a decision by the court is expected in May. IOWA FEDERATION OF COLORED WOMEN'S CLUBS. Ninth Annual Session to be Held at Cedar Rapids, Iowa, May 22, 22, 24. The Practical in Education—D. Y. W. Y. K. Des Moines Moral Force— W. Y. The Teacher as a Moral Force— WILLIAM, Buston The Educational value of Newspapers and Periodicals—Violet R. C., Davenport. The Benefits of Manual Training—M C. T., Des Moines. The Ideal Club Woman—E. L. D., Davenport Announcements; Adjournment. Board meeting, 4:00 o'clock. CITIZEN'S NIGHT, MAY 22, 8 P. M. Chorus—Bhel Choi. Welcome on Behalf of City Federation—Mrs. E. C. Thomas. Solo (vocal)—Naomi Harris. Welcome on behalf of Church—Rev J. K. Plano Solo—Mrs. Jessie Smith. Address on Behalf of Fritternies—Mr. Luther Lowery. Vocal Solo—Mrs. Addie Gray. Response on Behalf of Address—Diana Dehner B. H. S. Des Moines. Vocal Solo—Harold Price. Address, Foundation of Good Homes —W H. Milligan. Piano Solo—Mrs Hattie Warren. Reading—Mrs. Fannie Hawkins. Vocal Solo—Mrs E. B. Elliston. Announcements—Adjournment TUESDAY MORNING, MAY 23. Credential Committee—8 to 9 o'clock. 9 o'clock—Opening Session. Music—State Song. First Report of Credential Committee and Seating of Delegates. Reports of Officers. Dear Grace Humphrey and Buth Brown. Discussion. What Attributes are Necessary for Ideal Federation Offi- cation? What Attributes are Needed City; Intellectual Improvement, Des- Moines; Self Culture Club, Buxton. AFTERNOON SESSION, MAY 23, 1:30 P. M. Piano Solo—Mrs. Mable Horne. Prayer. Roll—Minutes of Previous Meeting Report of Chairmen of Standing Conferences Piano Solo—Mrs. Adelaide Perkins. Paper—Mrs. Clara Price. Discussion, "Better Parentage" Good Intent Club, Ottumwa; Callanan Industrial, Des Moines; F. B. W. Club, Buxton. Piano Solo—Miss Annie Perkins. "Where Reform is Most Needed" Five minute talks by delegates from following clubs: Mutual Assistance, Keosauaud; Indianola Progressive, Indianola; Dunbar Club, Muscatine; Woman's Loyal Club, Clinton. 4 o'clock—Club Reports. TUESDAY EVENING, MAY 23, 8 P. M. Music—Iowa Beautiful Land. Prayer. Roll. Minutes of Previous Meeting. Piano Solo—Helen Roberts. Annual Address of State President, Miss Jessie E. Walker, Marshalltown. Piano Solo—Mrs. Grace Brown Humphrey. Echoes of National Association of Colored Women—"Our National," Mrs. C. B. Lewis, Davenport; "The National Association as a Practical Demonstration of the Progress of Negro Womanhood," Mrs. S. Joe Brown, Des Moines. "What Some of the Clubs are doing"—Mrs. J. B. Rush, Des Moines. Music—Jackson's Orchestra MORNING SESSION, MAY 24, 9 A M. Music. Invocation—Chaplain. Roll. Minutes of Previous Meeting. Business. 11 o'clock—Symposium, "The Boy Problem"—Ten Minute Talks. "Quitting School" - Toussant L Overture, Davenport. "Helping Boys to Save"—Benevolent Club. "Crossing the Bridge to Manhood" —Fidelity Club, Buxton. Going into Society—J. B. W. R. C., Ottumwa. AFTERNOON SESSION, MAY 24, 1:30 P. M. Music. Roll. Minutes of Previous Meeting. Piano Solo—Miss Alice Thompson Business. Election of Officers. EVENING SESSION. 8 P. M. Minutes of Previous Meeting. Due—Mrs. Ella Lucas and Miss Mabel Price. Recitation—Ruth Boyd. Vocal Solo—Erma Lavelle. Recitation—Mrs. Fannie Hawkins. Violin—Mayo Perkins. Report of Resolution Committee. Installation of Officers. Adjournment. CLARINDA ITEMS (Last Week.) The W. H. and F. Mission circle met at the home of Mrs. Ella Nowling, Friday afternoon. After business was over light refreshments were served by the hostess. Mr. Clarence and Miss Anna Baker visited relatives in Red Oak, Sunday. Miss Florence Howe, who has been ill tor some time is able to out again. (This week's items) The A M. E. church celebrated Easter Sunday with a special sermon by the pastor, Rev. J. H. Bell. In the evening the Sunday school furnished a very nice program. At the Second Baptist church a special sermon by the pastor, Rev. Evans. In the evening the Sunday school rendered a special program and music by the choir. Collection for the day was $20.00 Messrs. Hess Molders, Charlie Chapell and Jujet Alexander, of Red Oak spent Sunday in this city. Mrs. Ibby Montgomery of Coin visited relatives in this city Sunday. Mrs. Eliza Carson, who has been ill for some time, is able to be out again. Mrs. McClain and daughter of Des Moines are the guests of Mrs. Jeffers and family. A crowd of young men from Red Oak attened the Woodmen lodge meeting in this city, Tuesday night. Best Patent FALCON FLOUR Shannon & Mott Co. Des Moines, Iowa Helping to Build a City. DO YOU HELP US? Order from your grocer. Meet us at the Home Products Show, Coliseum April 25th to 29th. SHANNON-& MOTE CO., Millers Mr. Emmett Stewart of Villisca visited relatives in this city Sunday. Mr. Wilber Gibson returned from Minn., Saturday night. Mr. Wm. Steven's returned to his home in Red Oak, last week. BUXTON BRIEF. The Self Culture club met in the home of Mrs. Lucy Ewing's 12th E Second street, last Wednesday. After the regular opening of the meeting, the remainder of the business was disposed of and the ladies began at once to make ready the beautiful quilt for the bazaar. After some time had been spent in quilting the hostess served the ladies with a three-course luncheon which was enjoyed by all present. Mrs. Maggie Jones and Miss Veetta Step were in Albia last week doing some Easter shopping. Mrs. Elizabeth Downey Burkett and daughter, Beatrice, who have been in Buxton for the past year, have returned to Ottumwa to live in their own beautiful home The funeral of Jno. Randolph, seventeen years old, was preached in Mt. Zion Baptist church last Sunday afternoon by Rev. Woodard. The boy had been sick about two years but was not confined to his bed all the time One day last week he felt a great deal better than usual and came down town, and while out contracted a cold that caused his death. He leaves a mother, father, two sisters, one brother and a number of his young companions to mourn their loss. Mrs. Leonora Graves of Minneapolis, Minn., is visiting with Mrs. M. E Oliver. Rev J. W. Prowell of Macomb, Ill., will be in the city Thursday to assist Rev. Woodard in a meeting. Mrs. Susie Rodgers of Pittsburg, Pa., sister of Mrs Robert Lowery, will arrive in the city Friday, to visit a few months. The Y. P. S. E. was quite well attended at St. John's church last Sunday. The newly elected President, Miss Gussie Mardis is taking hold of things in a way that seems to bring success to the society. The topic, "The spirit of the Resurrection" was led by Miss Mardis Mrs. A. P. Sharp is the leader for next Sunday. The Knights of White Vests has charge of the offerings during the revival meeting at St. John's church. Services were quite well attended at Tabernacle Baptist church last Sunday. The pastor prescheduled from Mark 16:15. Subject: "Go Preach the Gospel." There were two additions making a total of twenty-five in all during Kev. Calloway's pastorate here. Their Easter program under the management of Mrs. Calloway was rendered from 6:30 to 8:00, Sunday evening. The church was beautifully decorated in green, yellow and white. At the evening service Rev. J. B. Lucas of the A. M. E. church preached an excellent sermon from this subject: The Triumphant Jesus. The quilt contest given by the Mission Circle of Tabernacle church netted them $51.00. Mrs. Minnie Watkins solicited $18.00 which was the largest amount and therefore received the prize. The circle donated $20 on the bill of furniture purchased for the parsonage. Mrs. Calloway will entertain the circle next week at the parsonage, No. 4 W. 11th street. Miss Gusie Mardis is a new slealsley in Monroe Mercantile Co. store. The latest report from Mrs. John Rowlett, who is in the hospital at Iowa City, is that she doing nicely. Many new and beautiful hats, suits and shoes were worn by Buxton people last Sunday. It really looked like Easter around here. The Easter exercises at Mt. Zion church were delightful. The program was rendered at 3:30 p. m., and many witnessed it and heard some splendid singing by the children. Mrs. Brown When a medicine must be given to young children it should be pleasant and friendly. Cough commonly is made from loaf sugar, and the roots used in preparation give it a flavor similar to maple syrup, making it pleasant to take. It has no superior for colds, croup and whooping cough. For sale by all dealers. received many compliments on the way the children had been trained. A large nest was licked on a table and twenty dozen eggs placed therein for the children. The Mt. Zion Mission circle met in the church last Thursday a m., at 11 o'clock. The meeting was well attended and the subject led by Mrs. Mamie Devorse. They meet with Mrs. James Shade 29 E. St., next Thursday. Everything seems to be in readiness now for the erection of the new company store building. The contractor is on the grounds and they were driving stakes Monday. Many of the Buxton people are getting their gardens in shape and planting some seeds. 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Farnham, a prominent drug giver of Spirit Lake, Iowa, says: Cham- berlan's Stomach and Liver Tablets are certainly the best thing on the market for constipation. Give these tablets. You are certain to find them acceptable and useful in effect. Price: 25 cents. Samples free. For sale by all dealers. GARDEN SEEDS Tools for the Garden and Lawn — Poultry Supplies INCUBATORS — BROODERS Foods, Remedies, Louse Powder and Liquids, Sprays— Everything for the Garden and Poultry Yard. THE EAST SIDE SEED STORE DES MOINES SEED STORE 409 and 411 East Fifth Street Phone 1953 East Catalogue Free CLINTON HAPPENINGS. (Last week) Dist. S. S Superintendent, M. O. Culberson has made the appointment of the following persons as Sub. District Supta: Dist. No. 1, Mrs. McGruder of Galesburg, Ill Dist. No. 2, Mrs. G. W. Hack of Washington, Iowa. A quiet home wedding took place Monday evening at 5 o'clock when Miss Nora Robinson and Mr. J. B. Easley, both of Lyons, Iowa, were united in marriage at the home of the groom 509 South 6th street, where they will reside. Rev. S. B. Moore, pastor of the A. M. E. church officiating. Following the ceremony a three-course supper was served. They were the recipients of a number of wedding presents. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Robinson. The Bystander extends best wishes to the newly wed couple. Jesse Mitchell of Fulton was in Clinton Sunday, while enroute to Davenport. Rev S. B. Moore spent last week in Galesburg. Otis Thompson who was burned so severely several weeks ago as the result of a gasoline explosion, Sunday, April 2d at 2 o'clock. Short services were held on Monday at 3 o'clock, at Clark's Undertaking rooms, at 5 o'clock. The body was shipped to Ottumwa where the funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon. Deceased was 30 years old at his death. He had been a resident of Clinton for the past three years, residing with his brother Charles, on 8th avenue. He leaves to mourn his death, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson of Ottumwa, J. E. Thompson of Peoria and Chas. of this city; four sisters, Mrs W. E. Fine of Newton, Mrs W. A. Searcy, of Monmouth, Ill; Mrs. Jas Cason and Miss Minnie Thompson of Ottumwa. Quarterly meeting, April 23d. We hope for a revival of the work spiritually and temporally. WASHINGTON, IOWA. Childrens Day was observed at the A. M. E. church last Sunday, in a very entertaining way The S. S. gave a nice program in the afternoon and the ladies Mite Missionary society assisted by the choir gave a fine literary and musical program. The "Beauty Machine" a little 2-Act Comedy was given in the A. M. E church, last Friday night to a large audience, and each of the performers did his part well, to say the least. There was not a hitch in the play and old residents say it was the best thing ever given in the church by home talent. The participants were, Una and Pearl Cissell, Nettie Campbell, Marie Redd, Helen Motts, Iota Phillips, Luba Gwinn Marie Whaley, Elizabeth Redd, Katherine Tirover, Fred Williams, Samuel Hall, Jr.; and Phillip Rushing. After the entertainment refreshments were served in the parsonage. These two functions were the result of the united efforts of the young folks of the church and was for the purchase of new song books for the church and S. S. The net proceeds amounted to $13.75. Mrs. F. D Motts and daughter, Helen entertained the choir at a dainty little 3-course luncheon, one evening last week. Music was indulged in as the pastime. Mr and Mrs. Horace Spencer entertained a few friends Monday evening in honor of the Misses Edna Jones and Jennie Hardy of Oskaloosa. The Misses Mary Cissell and Maud Buckner of Fairfield came over to see the play, Friday night and remained Sunday visiting friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Turner accompanied the Misses Edna Jones and Jennie Hardy to Oskaloosa Tuesday morning. The young ladies spent Sunday at the Turner home. Louis Wallace, who has been sick is getting better. Homer Stephens of Fairfield visited with "friends" in the city over Sunday. WASHINGTON IOWA NOTES. James Redd has purchased an interest in the O K barber shop. It is Black & Redd, again. Mr. Earney Buckner of Kansas City, Mo, visited at G. W. Black's home a few days this week, leaving Wednesday for Oskaloosa for a short visit. Miss Nettie Campbell expects to visit friends in Ottumwa, Easter Mr. Robert Greaver is another new reader of the Bystander. Mr G. seems to have become a fixture in Washington We need more of his like. Rev. L. J. Phillips, Presiding Elder, was home a few days last week, packing their household goods preparatory to moving the family to Davenport to reside. Mr. Burkley of Montana is here visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Burkley. The A. M. E. church choir consists of the following: Horace Spencer bass and conductor; Harry Spencer, baratone; Walter Williams and Samuel Hall, Jr., tenors, Mrs. Curry and Mrs. Horace Spencer; sopranoes, Mrs. Walter Williams and Miss Iota Phillips; altos, Miss Pearl Cissoir soprano and Miss Helen Motts, organist. They make some music. The Bon Ami club expects to give a banquet on the evening of May 18th Sunday, April 2, was quarterly meet- ing at the A. M. E. church, and the pastor was sick and no one was here to assist him, so he asked Mr. Horace Spencer to fill in with a program, which he hastily prepared and was enjoyed by a full house. Mr. Black was chirman. FAIRBURY, NEBRASKA. Special to BVstander. On Sunday evening, April 9th a small gathering of the (colored) people assembled at the home of W. E. Morgan to welcome one E. S. Morgan, a Des Moines resident, who is visiting here, with his son, William, who is employed on the Rock Island at this point. The evening was spent in singing and piano selections until a late hour. The feature of the evening was a song by Master George Chinn, five years old. ALBIA, IOWA. Miss Margaret Davis of Ottumwa, was the guest of Misses Mildred and Ora Lewis, last week. While in the city Miss Davis was entertained at the home of Rev. and Mrs. C Thomas and Mrs. Oscar Roper. Mrs. B. T. Lewis entertained the Stewardess board, Monday, after the usual business had been transacted a delightful luncheon was served by the hostess. The out of town visitors were Rev. M. I Gordon and Miss Margaret Davis. Mrs. Joe Nance left Saturday morning morning for Des Moines. Mrs. Moss Johnson entertained the ladies of the Trustee Aid Society on Wednesday afternoon. The A. M. E. Sunday School scholars gave their Easter program at the A. M. E. church on Sunday evening Mr. and Mrs. Roy Grayson and son, Ben was in town over Sunday. BURLINGTON, IOWA. Sunday was one of the prettiest Easter's that the Burlingtonians have enjoyed for years. The weather was ideal, and the display of gowns and bonnets were elaborate. Easter services at St. John A. M E. church. Preaching at 10:45 a.m. Subject: "The Sovereign Jesus." Text: John 2:17. Evening services, 7:89 p. m. Miss Hazel Woods arranged the Easter program. Gertrude Cowden presided at the piano and Mildred Graham lead the Easter March. The entire program was beautifully rendered Mrs. R. Woods has returned from Galesburg where she was called to attend the funeral of Mrs. Fred Woods' —a daughter-in-law. Fred Woods, who was quite ill, accompanied his mother home and is improving. Mr. Woods has the sympathy of his many friends. Mr Heartley Johnson and J. Brown departed last week. Mr. Brown went to Omaha, while Mr. Johnson will make Sioux City his home. Mr. and Mrs. J. Ray entertained Mr. and Mrs. S. Vaughn, Mr. and Mrs. Tyler, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin and niece; Miss Oneita Berry, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Johnson, Tuesday evening. Cards was the evening pleasure. A dainty lunch was served and a fine time enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. G. Tyler entertained the Ortonates last week. Mr. W. Dixon of Keokung spent a couple of hours with Mr. and Mrs. L. Washington Sunday evening. He was enroute for St. Paul. Imagine Wilson returned to her home in Keokuk after a weeks visit with her mother, Mrs. D. Wilson. Mrs. Ruth Brooks of Buxton was the guest of her uncle, Mr. J. Ray, Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Ray entertained a company Saturday evening in Mrs. Brook's honor. At the A. M. E. church, Monday Eve. Mme. Fowler Morie, dramatic soprano will give a recital. She will be accompanied by C. Marion Morie. Mr. Emmett Clay has opened a pool room in East Jefferson street. 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Sydney Brooks, writing to the London Chronicle about Haiti, says the Haitians were the first people in the world to abolish slavery, and Mrs. C. R. Miller, writing in Leslie's Weekly, says of Haiti: "In that littl' republic, covering about 10,000 square miles, within five days' sail of New York, one may encounter more strange complications and a greater disregard for human life than in the remote countries of the east. Situated in the very heart of the West Indies, where civilization exists in a high degree Haiti alone has kept her doors closed to progress. She became an independent state more than 100 years ago. Her rich lands were already under cultivation, but the lazy natives allowed the plantations to go to ruin, and forests have grown up instead." Farm Employment for Criminals. Gov. Harris of Ohio believes that criminals can be employed on a farm with advantage to themselves and the state. 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