Iowa State Bystander

IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. CITY NEWS Mr. John A. Spencer of Grinnell was a visitor in our city Friday on business. Mrs. L. R. Denny has again taken a relapse and is worse again. Att'y. J. B. Rush is out speaking and working for Theodore Roosevelt in Iowa this week. Mrs. Thomas Jones of Keytesville, Mo. is the guest of her son, Mr. Jas. Dysart of 1051 4th Street Place. Mrs. Julia Martin of Buxton has been visiting Mrs. E. M. Hendricks at 1645 Buchanan street the past week. Mrs. Peter Bell, who has been very sick so long, had a relapse the past week and is now somewhat better at this writing. Mrs. Azor Johnson of Keytesville, Mo. is the guest of her sisters, Mrs. Harry Seamore of 1327 Crocker and Mrs. Richard Erickson 1602 Des Moines street. Presiding Elder W. S. Moore of Galesburg, who is the presiding elder of the Des Moines district of the A. M. E. church, was in our city en route to Yankton, S. D. The M. C. T. club will meet Monday evening with Mrs. J. L. Perkins on West Eleventh street. All members are urged to be present. Mrs. I. M. Jones very delightfully entertained a few of her friends at a Halloween party Wednesday evening. The evening was spent in playing whist, after which a toothsome lunch of fried chicken was served. Mrs. Clae Lewis had a paralytic stroke last Sunday while at church. She was taken to her home, Nineteenth and Carpenter avenue, and is resting as well as could be expected. The Dramatic Art club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Geo. Patton and studied Chapters 1B to 22 of the Book of Job. Meet next Tuesday with Mrs. Rush. Lesson, Chapters 23 to 29 of the Book of Job. The revival meetings at the A. M. E. church is progressing very nicely with increasing interest and attendance. Rev. Taylor is doing a good work, assisted by all the local city ministers, Everybody invited to come and help in the meetings. Mr J. A. Tolbert of Fayette, Mo., was called to our city last week on account of the illness of his mother, Mrs Hatties Wagner of 829 W. 12th street. Mr. Tolbert lived here several years ago and his many friends were glad to see him. The rummage sale given last week week was a success and they thank the North Star Masonic Temple Association for their kindness in donating them the use of their building. Mrs. Price Alexander, Chairman of Committee. Mrs. Amelia Dewey of 1051 4th St. Place, and her son and daughter, Mr. Major Marmaduke and Mrs. Henry Starks, were called to Keytesville, Mo. Oct. 21st to attend the funeral of Mrs. Dewey's son, Jefferson Dewey. Jessie Graves of our city spent Sunday in Buxton. It was his first visit there and he thought it was a great town. The town did not only please him, but also that young lady, Ask the Des Moines school teacher that is teaching there. Roscoe C. Simmons, who was formerly editor of the New York Age, an eminent orator and educator and a nephew of Booker T. Washington, will address the colored people of Pok县 in the interest of President Taft at the old Y. M. C. A. Friday evening, November 1st, at 8 o'clock. The Negro Lyceum will meet with Mrs. S. Joe Brown, 1058 Fifth street. The subject of t he program for the evening will be "Mother's Pension." Discussion by Attorney Rush and Miss Mary Perkins. The Hallowe'en Festival given by the members of the Intellectual Improvement club last Friday evening at the residence of Mrs. J. B. Rush was much enjoyed by the members of the club, their husbands and friends who were present. The principal features of the program were the paper on Hallowe'en by Mrs. S. Joe Brown and the Progressive Story opened by Mrs. R. E. Patton and closed by Mrs. O. G. Glass. Miss Bessie Garrison, field secretary in charge of all the work of the Woman's Home Missionary Society of the white Methodist church among colored people, was present and addressed the meeting, after which refreshments were served appropriate for the occasion. from a disordered condition of the stomach, and can be cured by taking Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Get a free sample at any dealer's and try it. MRS. HUEGLE FOR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT. For years our court house, our schools and our board of supervisors have been run by a political ring, Jennie Steele Huegle made first fight against them. The people elected her county superintendent in 1906, but the county ring was determined to punish her for beginning this fight, and threw her out of the office and put one of their political tools in the place to which the people had elected her. He drew her salary for fourteen months. The political ring, school book trust and teachers' agencies defeated her nination, but her friends knew that both pupils and parents wished her to be elected, and they insisted upon putting her name on the Progressive ticket. Mrs. Huegel has lived in Des Moines nearly all her life; is a graduate of East High school; for ten years a teacher and for eighteen years principal in Des Moines schools. She has been county superintendent for over three years, and parents, pupils and teachers say she has done more and better work for our schools than any superintendent we have ever had. She had fourteen first grade certificates when elected. She has since had two more by state examination. She now holds a first grade certificates from the state of Iowa, validated for life, dated October 11, 1912. The county schools are better than they have been for twenty years. SHANKLAND FOR REPRESENTATIVE. Hon. Frank S. Shankland of our city, one of the present members of the legislature from Polk county, is a candidate for his second term on the republican ticket. He is one of the bright young lawyers of our city and has made a great record in the legislature two years ago. He is a progressive and is now asking for his second term and his friends are asking you for your vote for Mr. Shankland on next Tuesday. BROCK FOR CLERK OF COURTS. One of the young active men of our city is Charles H. Brock, who is a candidate for clerk of the district court on the progressive ticket. He is well qualified to fill the office and will give everybody a square deal if elected. HEWITT FOR JUDGE The name of Hon. James P. Hewitt is on the regular republican county ticket this fall. He was first appointed by the governor to fill the newly created office and has served on the bench since that time. He has made an excellent judge, fair in all his decisions, highly trained in the Mrs. Matilda Mitchell, who has been very ill the past week, is im. proving slowly. The Golden Gate club met at the home of Mrs. Avery Pleasant on last Wednesday evening and enjoyed a profitable and very pleasant session. The Misses Ethel and Helen Mackay of Chillicothe, Mo., are visiting their mother, Mrs. Wm. Palmer. The Industrial Art club will hold their annual election of officers on next Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. Josie Bland, 136 S. Sixth street. Members please attend. ALLEN FOR STATE SECRETARY Hon. William S. Allen of Fairfield, the regular republican candidate, is a self-made man of exemplary character, an able lawyer of high standin. He is a friend of the common people and no doubt will treat the colored people right. He has a strong personality, is conservative and keeps close to the people. He has great COSSON FOR ATTORNEY GEN-ERAL. M. W. H. Pinkard, one of the leading attorneys of Omaha, spent a few days of last week in our city on legal business. Mrs. Brown of Marceline, Mo., is now at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Beshears, 714 Dewey avenue. After her mother spent about a week with her at her home they decided that she could get better medical treatment here. Mr. John Baker, a former resident of this city, but now of Omaha, was shaking hands with his relatives and many friends for a few days last week. Mr. Fremont Quarles, after an illness of several months, died Sunday LOVE HERE LOWEST PRICES BUY YOUR STOVE HERE LOWEST PRICES Detroit Jewel Prince Oak heater, 14 inch size revolving duplex grate and shaker ring. This is an Air Blast ring above fire bowl, making it r longer life than ordinary oak stoves. It comes with nickel trimmed screw franks in an feed door; top feed door mounted with nickel, nickeled top ring, foot rail and loose leg base. 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He is a good friend of the colored people and merits their support and vote on next Tuesday. WOODSON FOR REPRESENTA- TIVE WOODSON FOR REPRESENTATIVE. For the first time in the history of Iowa we can with pleasure present the name of a colored man for the legislature of Iowa, Hon. George H. Woodson of Monroe county, who is on the regular republican ticket, having been honestly nominated at the primaries last June. We hope that every republican voter, and especially every colored voter will vote and work for Mr. Woodson on next Tuesday. We have been asking for a colored man to be nominated. Now we have a chance to elect one of the ablest men of Iowa. BURLINGTON, IOWA On last Wednesday evening Miss Lola Brooks entertained the Optimates club. En route from Chicago to Los Angeles, Cal., Mrs. Carrie Graves stopped over and spent a week with her brother, Rev. S. McDowell, who has been very ill for several weeks. Mr. Howard Conley and family of Chicago are here to spend the winter. Mr. Wm. Stoner of Rock Island, Ill., was in the city Sunday, the guest of Rev. and Mrs. S. McDowell. Mrs. Ida O'Daniels of Marshall, Texas, is here visiting her husband, Mr. James O'Daniels. DAVIDSON'S IOWA'S LARGEST FURNITURE STORE 412-414-416-41B-WALNUT-ST. J. Hon. George Cosson, our good EASY TERMS ON ALL STOVES evening, October 20th. He has been a resident of t his city for nearly thirty years. He was unmarried, a member of the Wilkerson lodge of the A. P. & A. M. He served as the W. M. of that lodge for several years. He was a member of the Francis St. Baptist church, which place the funeral was held. The pastor, Rev. E. M. Cohron, was assisted by the Revs. Gregg and McCullough. After the sermon the Masonic lodge performed their usual public service for their departed brother. The floral offerings were beautiful, and a large number THE NEW YORK TIMES ability as an organizer, for he has that get-together policy about him that holds the party strength. Mr. Allen stands on his legislative record and he can well afford to. He was one of the leading senators in the last general assembly, and his vote was always recorded for progressive legislation. He merits your vote and support. friend, is a candidate for attorney general for his second term on the regular republican ticket and merits your support and vote next Tuesday. of friends were at the church to pay their last respects and homage to one who was called to his reward. Mr. I. F. Ramsey, our undertaker, had charge of the funeral. Burial was at Mt. Mora cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Beard are now living at 515 South Seventeenth street. As stated in our previous "notes" in The Bystander, Mr. Beard is a mail carrier coming from Chicago. Rev. Shipp, pastor of the Baptist church in South St. Joseph, preached his farewell sermon last Sunday night. Three services were held on that day, and at the conclusion of the rally and services nearly $100 Is your husband cross? An irritable, fault-finding disposition is often due to a disorderly stomach. A man with good digestion is nearly always good natured. A great many have been permanently cured of stomach trouble by taking Chamberlain's Tablets. For sale by all dealers. The Women's Home and Foreign Mission Circle met with Mrs. G. O. Terrell last Thursday afternoon. The Benevolent club met at the residence of Mrs. Lou Morris last Friday night. Rev. G. W. White preached a very interesting sermon and a large congregation enjoyed the sermon. Mrs. J. J. Beasely was a Capital City visitor Monday. The Benevolent club gave a Hallowe'en social at the Odd Fellows hall last Saturday night. Raised $15. Mrs. Reeves, Mrs. Hilton and Mrs. Rakes of Des Moines were entertained at an 8 o'clock breakfast at the residence of Mrs. J. Broadus last Friday. The B. Y. P. U. is progressing nicely. Rev. W. H. Clark was elected president; Mrs. J. Broadus, vice president; Miss Bertha Duke, secretary; C. W. CLARKE FOR GOVERNOR. With pleasure we again run the cut of Hon. George Clarke, the present lieutenant governor, who is now a candidate for governor on the republican ticket. Mr. Clarke is one of the able lawyers of Iowa and has 1880 M. B. KETCHUM FOR RAILWAY COMMISSIONER. gives all sides consider hearings. He is an active Hon. N. S. Ketchum one of the members of the railroad commission of Iowa, is a candidate for re-election on next Tuesday. He is an honest man, careful with his duties and Gertrude Broadus, treasurer; Minta Johnson, organist; Mabel Welch, program committee. Mrs. W. H. Clark has returned from the east, after spending two weeks with her brother. Mrs. J. J. Beasley is on the sick list this week. During the BU I'll come up and look them over COME OVER AND TAKE 'This is your old Just got in from Buff of samples with me Come into town and tonight and look 'em The traveling sae the Bell Telephone to of-town customers. travel. the BUYING SEASON R AND TAKE DINNER is your old friend Cross, talking. from Buffalo. Got the best line with me this spring I ever had.own and take dinner with me look 'em over." veling salesman frequently uses ephone to get in touch with out-tomers. It saves him time and During the BUYING SEASON I'll Come up and Look I'm over! "This is your old friend Cross, talking. Just got in from Buffalo. Got the best line of samples with me this spring I ever had. Come into town and take dinner with me tonight and look 'em over." The traveling salesman frequently uses the Bell Telephone to get in touch with out-of-town customers. It saves him time and travel. IOWA TELEPHONE COMPANY ```markdown ``` IOWA TELEPHONE COMPANY IOWA VIEW VIEW MILL SYSTEM TELEPHONE & TELEMARKETING been a strong progressive worker for many years. By age and ripe experience there is none better fitted for the great duties of chief executive than Lieutenant Governor Clarke. He merits the support of the repub.lican party at the polls next Tuesday. gives all sides consideration in all hearings. He is an active republican worker, who has helped build up our party, also helped build up our great state. His friends ask your support for him. He is a good friend of the colored race and all honest people and merits your vote. ALLEN FOR SECRETARY. Mr. Geo. S. Allen, who is a candidate for state secretary, is a good, active republican, always a friend to the common people. He made a good record as state senator; has always given the colored people a chance in life. Remember him next Tuesday at the polls. Every Bell Telephone is a long Distance Station. IN SAME SPOT TWICE Forest Rangers Say Lightning Does Repeat Stroke. A Tree Once Struck in Theresy Renamed More Liable to a Second Bolt—Person is Safer Standing Under a Tree. Washington.—Lighting does strike twice in the same place, despite the old saying. Rangers in the national forests report that single trees are often struck many times. In the they say, because the has been damaged by a former stroke is more liable to a second attack; the dry, dead branches appear to be better conductors. In a report Fred G. Plummer, geographer in the forest service, explodes also the theory that in a thunderstorm a person is safer in the open than under a tree. "It has often been stated," he says, "the majority of persons killed by lightning are under trees, but this is a fact. More than one-half of such deaths occur in the open and less than one-quarter under trees." The tree under which the person stands catches and absorbs the force of the stroke. The greatest danger is from secondary shocks or from flying splinters from the shattered tree. A person standing out in the open, being the most prominent object, attracts and receives the direct stroke of any electric current that may come near him. Mr. Plummer says that lightning strikes more frequently in New Mexico and Arizona than in any other section of the country, though there are more thunderstorms in Florida and Illinois. He reviews some of the curious early and present beliefs and theories about the immunity of some trees from lightning stroke. Late experiments and observations actually established, it is considered certain that some trees are more liable to stroke than others. Fiber, structure, shape and degree of moisture probably account for the immunity or liability. On this subject he says: "From early times there has been a belief that certain trees more than others are likely to be struck by lightning. The elder Philal said: 'Lightning never strikes the laurel. This tree was also called bay, and wreathes of its leaves were worn by ancient rulers, both as a symbol of victory and as a protection from the lightning of the gods. Seneca and Plutarch held similar beliefs, which may be traced down even to modern times; but the theory as now held includes a number of similar in formation countries. This belief was so firmly established that such trees as the beech and lacest, supposed to be effective in ward off lightning, were planted near dwellings. "To this day there are many who still insist that the beech is never struck, while in parts of the United States the aspen is considered immune from lightning. On the other hand, it was believed that such trees as the oak, particularly cork oak, had been struck by lightning and this belief prevails even now. There is a proverb: 'Avoid the oak, flee from the spruce, but seek the beech.' And also: "Beware the oak, it draws the strokes: Avoid the sash, it courts the flash; Creep under the thorn, 'twill save from harm.'" Mr. Plummer reports that incomplete forest records show that 76,301 trees have been struck in the national forests of the west during the past four years. The records have not been kept for all the territory affected and under the supervision of the bureau. Lightning causes many of the destructive forest fires. GUARDS FOR McLEAN TOMB. On duty in Rock Creek cemetery at the tomb of Mrs. John R. McLean, who died at Bar Harbor September 19, is an armed guard to insure protection against murders. A rumor that Mr. McLean insisted he was stationed and locked inside the tomb is denied. however. He is simply hired to keep guard at the tomb entrance. Employees at Rock Creek cemetery recount the fact that Mr. McLean kept guard at the tomb of his father and mother for several years after he was born. He has been any attempt to despair or rob any of the tombs in the cemetery for many years. One Possible Explanation An Australian correspondent sends Electrical Engineering the following: "Not long ago, somewhere in New Zealand, a firm ordered a number of house service alternating-current metern. It happened that the inside of one of these contained a loose piece of cast iron, which caused a fairly loud humming noise when the current was passed through the meter. The firm who had received it returned it to the wholesale house from whence it came, accompanied by a letter, which was dictated and evidently signed in a hurry, as it read thus: "I return you, your money, as many as you currently supplied, as this matter makes a dreadful noise and hums considerably. We think this must be due to the lamentations of the iron men." For a Purpose "But your stock is watered." "I know it is," admitted the promoter of the new distillery corporation. "We had to water it to propigate the temperature people." — Lippincott's Magazine. His Regular Position. "This," said Mr. Meekun, "is a photograph of my wife and myself." "But where are you, Mr Meekun?" asked the caller. "I'm-standing directly behind ARTIFICIAL HAY DRYING. That it is commercially profitable to dry hay by artificial means, thus eliminating the large waste due to damage by rain in the fields after cutting, is the belief of officials of the department of agriculture. For two or three years past experts of the office of farm management have been conducting experiments in southeastern Missouri with alfalfa hay, putting it through a kiln-drying process. For a time doubt existed as to whether hay could be dried in this manner on a commercially profitable basis. While the work of experimentation has not been concluded, officials are satisfied that kiln-dried hay gave the farmers of the country an enormous amount of money annually. The department has not formally announced the exact location of the government's plant. It is in the alfalfa belt of southeast Missouri and was under water for a considerable period of time during the flood, good food supply, however, it has been put into commission once more. It is expected that a formal bulletin dealing with the experiments will be published by the department in the near future. Hay artificially dried is subjected to great heat for a short period and combined with water retaining a rich green color. The juice is forced out and the larger part of it preserved. ORDNANCE FOR PANAMA. The ordinance department of the army is busily at work in the manufacture of ordance for the Panama Canal fortifications. This ordinance includes a number of 14-inch guns and guns of smaller calibers, mortars and their carriages. There also is underway its disappearing from the 14-inch built the ordinance department some years ago, which has never been used, it having been kept at the Sandy Hook proving ground since its successful test. The law under which this gun was built specifies that it shall be mounted in the United States. However, a carriage is being built for it, with the expectation that congres will authorize it to be mounted in the Canal Zone. Owing to the delay of congress in providing funds for the canal fortifications, these works will not be ready by the time the canal is opened. It is expected that some of the guns and their carriages will be sent to the Canal Zone and mounted in about six months, but it will be impossible to have all the ordinance ready by the time the canal is ready for traffic. The 16-inch gun carriage will not be finished for about two years. PROFIT IN PAPER MONEY. There are millions of dollars of currency outstanding, lost, destroyed or being preserved as souvenirs which the federal government never will be called upon to redeem, according to a compilation of figures by the register of the treasury. This indicates that the government makes a big effort to preserve the money. At the present time $15,222,092 is outstanding of the issue of fractional currency notes during the Civil war, familiar known as "shinplasters." The total issue of these notes was nearly $69,000,000. It is known that many people are saving samples of them as relics, and it is probable that very few of the outstanding $15,000,000 ever will be presented for redemption. Of the nearly $1,000,000,000 worth of gold certificates issued during the Civil war about $50,000 is still outstanding. There is also outstanding $1,095,000 of the $189,000,000 issue of gold certificates of the series of 1888. EXPENSE ACCOUNT TRIMMED. Uncle Sam announced the other day that he would not reimburse government employees for mosquito nets, whisky, shoes, clothing and medicines incident to traveling. Controller of the Treasury Tracewell rendered a decision to that effect in passing upon the expense account of Claude A. Thompson. Special assistant attorney general, who made a trip into Canada to attend the World Trade fair last month, Tobacco is allowed. Mr. Thompson's expense account carried the following items: One pair shoes, $$; field glasses and fly nets, $$; whisky for use on trip, $$; tobacco for men, $1. Darwin as Gide Read Him Miss Elizabeth Marbury, the dramatic agent of New York, said at the Colony club the other day: "It is an error to think that the intellectual girl is dowdy. Look at the girl graduates about you. Those with the high marks wear usually the sleek frocks. "I said one day to a Bryn Mawr girl: "How beautifully your pannier gown fits, dear. I thought you grave and reverend seniors were above such trifles" "Oh, no, said she. 'We all believe here in the survival of the best fitted.'"—New York Tribune Sad Looking Man—I see you have a sign out, "Maker of Women's Habits." Do you mean it? Jader, Tallor—Certainly I do. Ladies' Tailor—Certainly I do. Sad-Looking Man—Well, since my wife's been going to the club and I lost all the games one she had, and I wish the girl have a complete new set regardless of expense. And please include the habit of staying at home once in a while and mending my clothes. No Excuse. "Women are so unreasonable," said the baseball fan. "When I got home the other evening my wife was utterly upset. What about?" "That's what I'd like to know. Our team had won a beautiful game!" Heard at the Press Club. "It took me nearly ten years to learn that I couldn't write stories." I suppose you gave it up, then? "No, by that time I had a repa TSAI YUAN-BEN'S TREMENDOUS UNDERTAKING It is a hard task which confronts the commissioner of education in the first cabinet of the Chinese republic. The new commissioner is Tsiu Yuan - Ben, and there is no question but that much of the future welfare of China lies in his hands. It will not be so difficult for his follower, the commissioner of the cabinet to follow the other nations in mat- 華 ters of financial policy, etc. Comparatively few persons in a nation know or care a great deal about how the finances or the foreign relations of its government are administered. To these matters they seem indifferent. But in a reorganization of the educational system of China that nation's millions of people are well beheaded, they are well concerned. Then, too, such sweeping changes are contemplated that opposition is sure to be developed in strong measure. To overcome this sufficiently to carry his point and lead the Chinese forward and upward in the progress of nations is the tremendous task now before the new commissioner of education. The position is not one to create envy, for it is quite sure to bring forth more cures than blessings. People are very slow in movements, as a rule, and usually in remains for history to set forth the courage and noble zeal of those who lead in all such work for the uplifting of humanity in the mass. PRINCESS ALEXANDRA IS DUCHESS IN OWN RIGHT Princess Alexandra Victoria, Duchess of Fife, is the only woman in only woman in be made a duchy in be made a right. Her father, the Duke of Fife, married Louise Victoria, daughter of the late King Edward and Queen Alexandra. At the death of the duke, with assistance the duchy was bastowed on his eldest daughter. ess in her own right. Her father, the Duke of Fife married Louise Victoria, daughter of the late King Edward and Queen Alexandra. At the death of the duke, with out male heirs the duke's bounty beostowed on his eldest daughter Queen Alexandra's brother is King George of Greece and it is said that she is trying to arrange a marriage between the young duchess and her brother's grandson, Prince George of Greece, who was born in 1890. His mother, the Crown Princess of Greece, is a sister of the German emperor and hides everything English. Needless to say she is strongly opposed to the match. The young duchess was born in 1891. Bottled Ham Admiral Peary, we are told by a writer in the Woman's World, used only tea as a stimulating drink on his polar expeditions. The fact offers him frequent opportunity of telling what is said to be his favorite story. What questions he in regard to my arctic work, says the admiral, and I remark, "Tea is much better than Pebbles ham." "Pebbles ham!" he says, "What is Pebbles ham!" "Did you never hear of Pebbles ham!" I reply, and then go on: "There were two old Scotch women, Mrs McWhirter and Mrs. McBean, Mrs McWhirter and Mrs. McWhirter, Mrs McWhirter, said, Loah, wummen, ye's far free hame the day!" "Aye," said Mrs McBean, "I was justont at Pebbles. Saunders McNabb, o' Pebbles, keeps arule gudhm. Oor John, heen, ken, like a bit gudhm, an' is aye yammerin' about the ham bein' ower fat on ower auat." "Oor Tam," said Mrs McWhirter, 'it's never a rule gudhm.' There are gudhm him wl' his ham. Faith, I'll have ta gte McNabb a trial." "So Mrs. McWhirter journeys into Peebles, and she says to Saunders McNabb, the grocer, 'Gie us a pund o'yer best ham.' "What kind wad ye like?" asked Saunders. "Just the kind that Mrs. McBean gets," said Mrs. McWhirter. "McNabb smiled faintly." "A 'richt,' said he. 'Whaur's yer bottle?'—'Youth's Companion. Lion and Mouse. In the Berlin zoo a mouse was put in the cage of a lion to test whether, as the old stories assert, there was a natural affection between them. The experiment was rather astonishing. The mouse saw the bar and was after him instantly. Away went the little fellow, squeaking in fright. When he had gone a few yards the lion headed him off, and this was repeated until the mouse stood still. The lion then stood over him, studying him with interest, and presently he brought his paw down on the mouse, and nearly killed it. It was played with the mouse, now letting him run a few inches and stopping him again. Suddenly the mouse changed his tactics and instead of running when the lion lifted his paw, sprang straight at the big animal's head. The lion, terrified, gave a great rush and was held in extreme fright, while the little mouse made his escape. Of the two the lion was the more frightened. He May Later. Rural Landlady—If some of your acquaintances in the city are looking for country board I hope you'll mention my place. Departing Guest—I will; but I don't recall any one that I have a grudge against just now. Paradoxical Sentiments. "The man who has just been assigned his flat in the new apartment house, seems grouchy. What's the matter with him?" "He's sour on his suite." DUCHESS OF MANCHESTER HAS PRICELEE JEWELS The beautiful Duchess of Manchester, a daughter of Eugene Zimmerman, the Cincinnati millionaire, does not lack for jewels to adorn her personal charms. Besides the famous heirloom of the noble house of Montagu, which are the appenance of the reigning duchess, and her own private collection of gems, thus the privilege of decorating herself with the priceless els to adorn her personal charms. Besides the famous heirlooms of the noble house of Montagu, which is the pungue of the reigning duchess, and her own private collection of gems, she has the privilege of decorating with the priceless necklaces, bracelets, and earrings of her predecessor, on the strict condition that at all times she must insure them against fire and burglary. These jewels are held in trust in accordance with the will of the late duchess who died in November, 1909. She also bequeathed to the duke a life interest in the $84,240 of her estate. Like the present duchess, who was married in 1909, she is Consuelo Yenaga of Razegas, La. The Manchester titles were granted by the first of the Stuarts and by the first of the Hanoverians for services rendered in connection with the establishment of these alien monarchies in England—viscount and baron in 1620, duke in 1719. The noble turccoots evidently believed in judicious trimming and doubtless feathered their nest well in the process. SIGNORINA LABRIOLA'S SUCCESS AS LAWYER The new feminists have another victory to record. After a determined flight Signorina Teresa Labriola, professor of philosophy, and a leader of the feminist movement in Italy, has succeeded in asserting the right of women lawyers to plend before the courts. Her debut has meant that place before the military tribunal, where she defend- WILLIAM H. ed a private accused of having slapped his servant in the face. The court was crowded chiefly with officers and lawyers, who eyed the slim and attractive-looking young Porta with curiosity. Signorina Labriola with a black silk costume trimmed with old lace, and a large picture hat. She was entirely self-posed. Indeed, the president Colonel Delfina, and his fellow judges, appeared far more perturbed than she. The charge was a very serious one, and the procurator-general asked for an exemplary sentence—four years' imprisonment—but after an impass who was often interrupted by aplause, the accused got off with only four months. William Penn a Socialist The ideas of William ePun are not often accounted heretical, and yet part of his political creed as announced in the following citation must appear concholastic indeed to many persons today, while others are surprised to find him so well abreast of the times. He said, "Every government should provide for every subject the means of living both honestly and at ease. We should bring out of every man and every creature as much utility as we may. Now utility will never be produced, unless we render life easy and comfortable. If all men and women would labor six hours in the twenty-four, some mentally, some corporally, setting apart one day in the seven, all men and women must be requisite for our innocent and rational desires. . . . I tell the thing is possible, and is done."—Christian Science Monitor. His Profession. "You have been walking about this great city for six weeks, and haven't found work?" said the kind woman, feeling. "Yes!m," replied the seedy man at the kitchen door. "And you would do any kind of honorable work. I presume?" "May I ask what your profession is?" "I'm in the domino line, mum." "Domino line?" "Yes'm; I put the spots on the double blanks." He Knew "Rlfentick." During the cotton picking season in Texas a colored brother who had gone into the country to work returned very much disgusted. "Didn' yo git no offahs ter pick no cotton!" asked a friend. "Sech ex de was. White man done offered me one-third o'wat Ah could pick. Ah done tak a look at de field an 'saw dut wen it wah all picked it wouldn't amount to one-third. So Ah done out ter home!" "Oo-all was in luck not ter git fooled none." "Yassuh. Ah done went ter school an' studied riftentick when Ah was young." At the Show Proprietor—Here we are waiting for the first feature of the program. Where's the -human -fly? Stage Manager—He sent word he can't come, sir. His wife's been swaiting him. The Evasive Compliment. Doctor—If the patient was deter mined on mental science treatment why did they send for me? Family Friend—I suppose it was be come they thought the case was hope less. MACARONI AND CHEESE DISH NOT SERVED AS OFTEN AS IT DESERVES. Excellent for Luncheon or for the Evening Meal Without Meat—Italian Method of Preparation Somewhat Too Rich. Macaroni with cheese is the most usual combination. This is a dish sufficiently nourishing to be served for luncheon cr or for an evening meal without meat. It is too heavy to be served with other starchy vegetables, as potatoes or beans. The foreign wheat roasting the macaroni and drain and return to the saucepan with enough gravy or rich stock stock to nearly cover. All low this to simmer until the gravy has been absorbed. Prepare a cupful of grated Parmesan and other cheese mixed. Put one-half with the macaroni until the cheese is melted. Add the remainder and a good amount of the cheese around in the pan in one direction until the cheese is thoroughly melted. Serve hot. Americans, preferring a less rich dish, simply boil the macaroni, drain and put it back into the saucepan with grated cheese. It is served when the cheese is melted, but not hard'-red. We call this macaroni an gratin or gratin dishes料理, are scrolled around with bread cracker crumbs as well as cheese. Baked Macaroni and Cheese.-Take about one-half as much macaroni as will fill the baking dish. Break into short pieces and boll for twenty minutes in salted water. Drain. Put into a baking dish with butter, salt and a quantity of cheese. Cover with milk and bake until the milk is absorbed and it is brown on top. Cheese canapes are small slices of bread fried in a little butter until golden brown. Then they are covered with grated cheese and placed with salt and oil and placed in the oven to soften the cheese. Some add a little French mustard to the cheese to give it pliability. Cottage cheese is becoming more and more popular for salads at dainty affairs. It lends itself to any decorative scheme so nicely, it is delicious and cooling to the palate. The simplest way to arrange this salad is to molisten with French dressing and chop lettuce with French egg shape and arrange in crisp lettuce leaves. With a little green vegetable coloring extract the balls of cheese may be delicately tinted to resemble birds' eggs. Cottage cheese lends itself to many combinations of chopped nuts, chopped olives, green or red peppers. It will mix with French dressing or mayonnaise and can be molded into a fruit salad. It is a nice accompaniment to a fruit salad or is a salad in itself. Noodles With Ham. Grease a pudding dish well with fat or butter, place in the dish a layer of ham choped very fine, then one of cooked noodles until the dish is full, having for the top a layer of ham. Then pour a cupful of cream over it. Bake in the oven for thirty minutes. To make the noodles for the above, break one egg into a bowl and stir in enough sifted flour to make a stiff dough and add one-quarter teaspoonful of salt. Knead it until it is dry. Divide it into two pieces, place piece very thin and let them dry cloth. When dry roll them up like a jelly roll and slice into pieces one-half inch wide. Then unroll them and let dry. These can be kept for some time in a covered bottle. If they are wanted for soup they must be cut very fine. Russian Steak Pudding. A rather stiff paste of two pounds of four, one and a quarter pounds chopped fat of kidney of beef, and one-quarter pint of water is made. When mixed, this is rolled out to a round layer, a quarter-inch thick and put in a buttered pudding dish. The lean beef is cut in pieces and arranged in the basin in layers. Cover with water, and put layer of paste over top. The seasoning must be carefully done, salt, red pepper, butter and a curious cream splotch is poured in. Wash. Put pudding in a buttered cloth and place it in a saucepan of boiling water. Cook it for three hours if the beef is tender, and for four hours if not. Preserved Quinces. Wipe the fruit and pare and cut in quarters. Be sure and cut out all hard parts of core. Put all seeds, cores and parings into kettle, cover with cold water and simmer until they are cooked so the goodness is all in the water. Strain them out to throw away and use the water for your sipup. Weigh the fruit and use pound for pound. Put the sugar with your sipup, and put the quinces in a steamer and steam until they are about half cooked, then put them in your sipup and cook until dark garnet, thick and To Cleanse Wooden Palla. To take the woody taste out of new wooden pails fill the pail with boiling water till it is well scalded and let remain till it grows cold. Then empty it, dissolve some lumps of washing soda in lukewarm water, adding a little lime to it, and thoroughly wash the inside of the pail with the solution, again scald and rinse well and dry before using and you will have no more trouble with the "woody" taste of water contained in it. Baked Squash. Put a layer of thick slices of summer squash into a baking dish which has been nicely buttered, then salt and peper and dot over with pieces of bread and dot layer over the dish is full. Cover and bake two, one-half hours. Carmelized Peaches. Peel six peaches, put into the oven, cover with three tablespoonsful sugar and just enough water to keep them dry. Bake at 350°F for five or six hours in a slow oven. AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS The negro commercial opportunity is by far better than the Jew was at the beginning. In the first place, the negro has a mighty constituency. There are 10,000,000 persons of his own race to be fed, clothed, doctored, drugged, sheltered and burdened. At the lowest estimate, take ten dollars per month to feed, shelter and cloth in person, or $120,000,000 per race, let alone there is a profit of five per cent, net of the volume of business; if so, that would yield $6,000,000 annually in the hands of the business men who controlled negro trade. This would give 3,000 negro merchants a living income of $2,000 per year. The Jew had to go outside of his race for business. He had to override racial barriers to succeed commercially. The negro can turn his race disadvantages to advantages. The negro can succeed commercially among his own people — like the numbers. But, the Jews never were an industrial factor in society. They were, and are, too few in number to figure in the labor market, the agricultural field and in the industries. The negro has a monopoly, to a large extent, on labor. He has physical strength and endurance. He has numbers to man large jobs. He can furnish labor for a Panama canal or transcontinental railroad. He is a reliable, tractable laborer. He is the best country needed by the Jew. He is the best laborer that the world knows, free from strikes and lockout. This country is dependent upon negro labor. This makes the negro independent. With these points of advantages the negro can enter into the commercial world and succeed, provided, of course, there is racial co-operation. And this there should be. Not every negro will stand by negro enterprises, for this would be impracticable and inexperient. Let the negro take advantage of race problems, plain not mention, while white裤 insult men and will not clerk them corrective treatment, let the negro simply go ahead and build a store of his own. If a store, owned by a white person, will not treat negroes as other patrons are treated, then let a negro open a shoe store; and if all the negroes buy shoes of the negro merchant. Someone will miss the trade. We might carry the illustration further, detail, by the puff stick. The negro has not inviting commercial opportunity. Will he see it? If he does, will he seize it?—From the 'Southwestern Christian Advocate. Misery is so fond of company he'll walk two miles terend spend de day wid you, but when you can see him comin' desell him it itm' no' sociable day an' slam de door in his wrinkled old face. *Arizona Constitution.* Crime antedates civilization and almost began with creation, and has grown in proportion to humanity. It seems like the Good Master in creating man created in him a weakness that he has never been able to overcome. It seems that our greatest men suffer from the same malady that has so long infested man—namely, crime. We don't believe that crime is always committed because of a malicious or malignant desire for some, but oftentimes because of inability to resent Man's mind conscience in very might is right and under such pressure he is often led into temptation. —Memphis Bluff City News. Woman doesn't care to shy her hat into the ring. "What she most wants is to set her finger into one." It has taken the women of Greece many centuries to win for themselves a place in affairs comparing in importance to that their ancient sisters held, but Catherine Panagiotaton shows they are succeeding. There never was a woman physician in modern Greece until Miss Panagiotaton gained permission to practice. Her road was not easy, for recognition of her ability came only after a long stay in Egyptian hospitals, where her success at last attracted the attention of the profession. The young woman's goal was a professorship in the University of Athens, where no woman before her time had been admitted to the faculty. The Grecian gray marmalade dresses bowed in the end to her undeniable ability, and a petticoat now has a place on an Athens lecture platform. Ridicule is the weapon of a small mind, but, nevertheless, it is sufficient to hinder many men in a righteous career. A Chicago woman leaped into the water to save a man who she discovered was her husband. But she was game, even then, and brought him ashore. When a man's wife goes away for a week, he doesn't really call it a vacation for him. He calls it a parole, or a reprieve. Woman addicted to "high society" habits are undesirable life insurance risks in the eyes of leaders in the American Life convention. Knowledge is an uncomfortable thing when it tells a man that 'he is wrong. Usually the stickers on a suit case show where the traveler has not been. The man who draws on his salary before payday is living in advance of his time. Giving advice is like taking quinine to save a slick friend from tasting the poison. The negro in business has been making unusual progress. In 1911 the American negro, engaged in farming, merchandising, real estate, manufacturing, lumbering, insurance, printing and publishing, engineering and banking, contributed over $700,000,000 to the wealth of the nation. Through persistence, initiative and co-operation, thousands of negro men and women in all parts of the United States have worked in business ventures into substantial business enterprises. They have saved and invested money carefully; they have put into their everyday business life the suggestions given them by Dr. Washington and other men who are vitally interested in the race's welfare. Today the outlook for the negro in business is not only bright but actually inspiring, says the Survey. Negro men and women are quietly getting a firm hold on the essentials of success in business—the buying of homes, the extension of business, the opening of factories, the establishment of banks and the better appreciation of commercial pursuits. Dr. Washington has enamored them with the negro in business becoming the owners and users of their share of the 720,000,000 acres of unused and unoccupied land in the south and west. He declares that if white men can establish and operate sawmills, coal mines, brick yards, lime kilns and other enterprises so as to secure wealth and happiness, he can see no reason why the negro should not engage in similar work and reap some of the benefits which come to those who own, develop, manufacture and trade in the natural resources of the country. He declares that at least 25 places in the south and west negroes may build towns and cities similar to those in Mississippi in Oklahoma on this constructive work negro men and women from the colleges and universities are needed. Negroes must organize. There are places in the south today, according to Dr. Washington, for 5,000 additional negro dry goods stores, 8,000 grocery stores, 3,500 drug stores, 2,000 shoe stores, 1,500 millinery stores and 2,000 bankers. Whoseword is sensible of his own faults cars not at others' fallings. Tuskegee institute has no more enthusiastic admirers than Dr. P. A. Johnson and Dr. E. P. Roberts of New York, who attended the recent session of the National Medical association, which was held at the institute. While at Tuskegee they had an opportunity to see what a great work the school is doing for the race, and they have returned home declaring that Tuskegee institute is one of the most interesting places in the United States. "No one could properly estimate the value of Tuskegee institute with its many and varied activities first having seen it," Dr. Roberts stated to an Age representative. "The institute, comprises a area of 3,000 acres first having a vast number of cozyly building and a natural scenery that is strikingly picturesque and fascinating. The science of agriculture, chemistry, mathematics, geology, geometry, my, zoology, hygiene and sanitation is taught and the results from such teachings are startling and exceedingly gratifying. Practical Christianity is taught, and the entire community is enveloped in a spirit of mutual helpfulness and friendly rivalry in their scientific and industrial pursuits. In a flirtation between a woman and a man she always thinks he is in earnest because she isn't. In his promotion to the rank of major, just announced at the war department, Charles Young of the Ninth cavalry, a negro, becomes the first man of his race to attain that grade in the regular army of the United States. Major Young is also the only negro officer of the army who was graduated from the military academy at West Point. He has served with the Ninth cavalry. Tenth cavalry and Twenty-fifth infantry, all negro regiments, during his entire service, with the exception of a year’s service in the Seventh cavalry, a white regiment. He is now attached to the American legation at Monrovia, Liberia, and at the request of the Liberian government has been permitted to assist in the organization and instruction of the Liberian army. His record, it is said at the war department, is without blemish. Other women are nearly always suspicious of a beautiful blonde who has long, dark lashes. Sometimes a girl gets a fine reputation for propriety, when, in fact, it's because she has a complexion that will kiss off. The person who doesn't worry much about what folks think of him is usually pretty well thought of. The words of wisdom are not hard for the simple to understand, if received in simplicity. The man who's back from vacation has that much worry off his mind. Some wives won't resort longer away than reduced long distance rates. The bravest are the tenderest, but the cowardly are not always the toughest. If some men get their way twice running they think they are running the world. Telephone service between London and St. Petersburg recently was established VOTE FOR CHARLES GUTH, County Recorder M. J. "ED' HALL--Candidate on Democrat ticket for Sheriff of Polk County M. H. BLEAKLY FOR AUDITOR. It is a pleasure for us to present to our many readers the true likeness of Hon. John L. Bleakly, who is a candidate for the office of audiitor of state for his second term. He Notes From the Tabernacle Baptist Church. We have been very busy this week doing mission and club work. We had with us this week Rev. T. L. Griffith of Des Moines and Rev. M. J. Burton, the missionary. Rev. T. L. Griffith preached for us on Thursday evening, which was quite a treat to us. We are always glad to have such strong men with us as Revs. T. L. Griffith and Burton. Our pastor, Rev. J. W. Morton, was in Omaha on business and visited Revs. W. F. Botts and W. C. Howell. On return Rev. J. W. Morton, Rev. Griffith and Rev. Burton were invited to Mrs. E. Walker's, 1317 W. Broadway, this city, for 6 o'clock dinner, where they enjoyed a nice time. We have had a hallalujah time at the church services today. Our pastor preached a good sermon this morning and this afternoon at 2:30 the funeral of Sister Rhodes was well attended and was conducted nicely by our pastor, Rev. J. W. Morton. She leaves in this city to mourn her loss one daughter, Mrs. Ida Giles, a husband and many other friends. We all regret the loss of Sister Rhodes, who was a faithful Christian. And we had a soul-reviving time Sunday night. Good attendance, good collection. We are just doing fine. We are so proud of our little pastor, Rev. Mor. is really a true and tried friend of the colored race and has always stood out for and defended the worthy members of our race. Therefore we can honestly urge all the colored voters to vote for him. He is the republican nominee. ton, and the church is just growing stronger each time. We ask the prayers of all friends for our success in our work here. ALBIA NEW Mr. Alfred Grayson has just Albia for Knoxville, Ill., to visit a few months with Mrs. Perry. The Mite Missionary society had two of their members visit the Christian church Missionary society this week, namely Mrs. R. B. Manly and Mrs. B. T. Lewis. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Grayson anson, Ben, of Hocking were in Albia Saturday. The Sewing Circle club met at the home of Mrs. Chas. Washington on Monday of this week. Presiding Elder Moore of Ottumwa preached at the A. M. E. church on Wednesday evening. Visitors in Albia from Oskaloosa this week were Mrs. Bush, the guest of Mrs. Roper, and Mr. Harris and another lady. They all attended the A. M. E. church. Mrs. Stevenson of Buxton and a few other visitors from Buxton spent Sunday in Albia. Hon. Geo. H. Woodson of Buxton was with Hon. Kenyon and other speakers in the court house on Saturday at the republican rally. Mrs. Brown was a visitor of Ed Butler's over Sunday. Mr. Meably of Lovilia spent Sunday in Albia. The R.B. Manly Literary society has renewed its chart and Mrs. Nellie Estes is elected president for the first term. Meets every Tuesday evening at A. M. E. church. Quite a number of strangers in town the past week. COLFAX, IOWA. Mrs. Ira Nelson from Enterprise and her son, Mr. Chas. Turner, from Des Moines were visiting her daughter and his sister, Mrs. Susie Vertrees, and other friends in our city Sunday. Mr. Jas. Mason of Enterprise was an over Sunday visitor in our city. Mr. Joe Harris of Greenfield, Iowa, was an over Sunday visitor in our city, the guest of his sister-in-law, Miss Stella Pierson. Mrs. Jas. Beasley entertained at Sunday dinner Mrs. Ira Nelson of Enterprise and Mr. Chas. Turner of Des Moines. Miss Stella Pierson, accompanied by Mr. Joe Harris, left for Des Moines to visit Mr. and Mrs. Perry Pierson and other friends for several days and will also visit Mr. Harris' mother, Mrs. Amanda Bartlett, at Oseola, Iowa, on their way to Greenfield, where Miss Pierson will visit several days at the parental home. Rev. White preached to a large audience Sunday evening. St. John's A. M. E. Church Notes. We are very much pleased with our new pastor in the person of Rev. J. L. Wharton. The church seems to take new life since he has been with us. The Sunday school, Endeavor and the clubs all are doing nicely. We mean to work hard to try to encourage him to stay with us. The Self-Culture club met at the residence of Mrs. Anna Humbles last Wednesday and a very interesting time was had. New officers were elected. Mrs. Humbles were re-elect. ed president. Judging from her work in the past she will lead us to success in the future. They will meet next Wednesday at the residence of Mrs. J. T. Johnson, No 20 E. Fifth street. The stewardesses served dinner in the Y. M. C. A. Saturday, having a grand success. They took in $24 Sunday was the trustees' rally day and a large attendance was out both morning and evening. Total collection for the day was $62.75. Rev J. L. Wharton, our pastor, preached a wonderful sermon at both services. Bro. Richard Stewart cast his lot with the A. M. E. church Sunday by coming forward and taking the obligations of the Methodist faith in good Christian spirit. Bro. Stewart has a wonderful sweet basso voice and Prof. Oliver will do his best to get him in the choir. The St. John A. M. E. choir is progressing nicely under the choisership of Prof. Richard Oliver. Several new members have joined since he has taken the choir in charge, namely, Miss George Blackburn, Miss Nellie Leftridge, Mrs. Hattie Claybrooks, Mrs. Ruth Lucas, Mr. Cal. Hurst and Mr. U. Price, making a total of twenty-three members. They are rendering some very fine music. The church is very glad to have him back as their choister and he is planning to have the best choir obtainable. The roster of the choir is as follows: Prof. Richard Oliver, choister; Mrs. Alberta Lee, organist; sopranos, Mrs. Rosa Guy, Mrs. Lena Brown, Mrs. Anna Humbles, Mrs. Ada HON. W. S. KENYON, United States Senator, who is a candidate for re-election. See that your Republican Representative to the legislature is elected M. H. [Name] Wade, Miss Georgie Blackburn, Mrs. Mrs. Ruth Lucas, Mrs. Hattie Clay, Anna Cary, Mrs. Mary Miles; altos, brooks, Mrs. Nellie Leidridge, Mrs. MAHER FOR COUNTY CLERK. Mr. Joseph Maher, the genial and good county clerk, is again a candidate for clerk of courts. He has made such an efficient and obliging [Image of a man in a suit with a bow tie]. FRALEY FOR REPRESENTATIVE. Hon. S. H. Fraley, one of the present members of the legislature from Polk county, is a candidate for his second term. Mr. Fraley has made a good representative and stands up- Wade, Miss Georgie Blackburn, Mrs. Anna Cary, Mrs. Mary Miles; altos, clerk that all who know Joe think he should be elected unanimously, yet he has some opposition, and we should not forget to vote for him next week. 1920 on his past record in the legislature. He has always been friendly to the colored people and has always employed them in his business in this city. He will give everybody an equal chance and ask for your vote. Mrs. Ruth Lucas, Mrs. Hattie Claybrooks, Miss Nellie Leftridge, Mrs. Addie Johnson, Mrs. Minnie London, Mrs. Lucy Ewing; tenors, W. H. Shepard, A. J. Claybrooks, R. G. Potter, Cal Hurst, U. Price; bassas, J. R. Newsome, W. Wheels and John Roulette. BUXTON BRIEFS Mr. Walter Mayes was hurt in the mine last week, but is able to be out on crutches at this writing. Mrs. Gertrude Stanton, who visited with her mother-in-law, Mrs. Chas. Webb, left Saturday for Enterprise, where she will join her husband. Mr. Ad Poe was in Des Moines and Oralabar last Tuesday on business. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Barber are the proud parents of a fine firl, born the 18th inst. Mother and daughter doing nicely. Miss Hester Carter, stenographer for Attorney Geo. H. Woodson, made a flying trip to Des Moines last Friday to attend to some business for that gentleman. Mr. Geo. Rhodes was hurt in the mine last Wednesday. It was found necessary to amputate the small toe on one of his feet. However, he is doing nicely at this writing. Mesdames Roberta Bailey and Ada Wade were in Albia last Saturday shopping. Editor Thompson and his friend, Mr. Jesse Graves, arrived in the city Saturday. The editor was on business connected with the paper and Mr. Graves to see his "lady love," Miss Blackburn. He had just returned from New Mexico and brought her a very beautiful handbag made of fine satan covered with polished cantaloupe seeds, beads and snail shells very artistically designed, made by a Mexican lady. He also brought a pretty little jabot that would make any young lady wish Jesse was her beau. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Wilson spent Sunday in Des Moines visiting Mrs. Wilson's parents. Mr. Edwin Strauss of Chicago national president of the Garment Workers Union, addressed a large audience of ladies and gentlemen at the Y. M. C. A. auditorium Sunday p. m. on the subject, "Union and the Church." The stewardess board of the A. M. E. church served a chicken and oyster dinner at the Y. M. C. A. on Saturday and the gross receipts were $25, with not a great deal of expense. The Progressive Women's club met in the home of Mrs. Stewart Bingham last Wednesday. They are planning a large entertainment for the very near future. Watch the Buxton briefs column for later announcements. "Under Arizona Skies," a four-act drama, composed of Buxton talent, showed Saturday night in Lovilia to a fairly good audience, and in Buxton on Monday night to a "record breaking" audience for home talent. Many were heard to express that they had seen no better show, not even from professional people. Every act from first to fourth was great, and each character deserved and received many hearty applauses. Mr. Summy, the manager, in speaking of the show, said that he had put the same show on in several cities with novices, but the Buxton talent excelled any with whom he had ever worked. Those taking part in the show were Mrs. Bertha Watkins, Misses Gusye Mardis, Pearl Mardis, Messrs. Walter Blaney, Morris Desleet, Chauncey D. Monroe, Scott Mardis and Earl Southall, while Miss Ruth Southall played the piano. Special numbers were put on by Ernest Watson, Miss Ad Mardis and Clarence Smith, better known as "Pewee." Everyone left feeling that they had their money's worth. The fourth anniversary service held at Mt. Zion Baptist church Sunday was a success spiritually and financially. Rev. M. J. Burten, state missionary, preached the anniversary sermon at 3 o'clock in the afternoon and the closing sermon in the evening. Rev. Roberts of Des Moines was visiting in the city and preached at the morning hour. $58.41 was raised in the rally. Mrs. Laura Jackson was on the sick list last week, but is much improved at this writing. It was a pleasure to many to see Mrs. Nelson Carter in the service Sunday morning. Mrs. Carter was stricken with paralysis some months ago, but has so sufficiently recovered that she is able to go on crutches again. Tabernacle News Mrs. Julia Arbuckle entertained at dinner Thursday, Rev. J. T. Roman of Marshalltown, Mesdames Nannie Curry and Anna Austin of Virginia. Mrs. Clara Tate left Saturday morning for Des Moines to visit her uncle, who is quite sick. Mrs. Elizabeth will leave for Spooner, Wisconsin, Monday, November 4. Miss Blanche Allen of Des Moines is visiting her sister, M. Bertha. Mrs. Ada Taylor of Enterprise was in the city last week visiting her daughter, Mrs. June Wimsey. She was the guest of Mrs. S. B. White on Saturday. The Sunday school is progressing nicely. The superintendent, Mr. W. Hotel Buxton A new modern steam heated hotel—Everything first class Cigars, Soft Drinks, Lunches etc Open Day and Night O. PETERSON, Phone 261 Proprietor Buxton, Iowa ```markdown ``` W. Jones, and Mrs. S. B. White, assistant, have installed the graded lessons and thus far it seems to be working nicely. Magnolia Harris is a *pawly* added alto singer to the choir. Rev. L. G. Garrett of Ogden has moved his family to the city and they are located at 15 E. Fourteenth street. The choir held its rehearsal in the home of Mrs. Lizzie Cross last Friday evening. Mrs. Ad Poe is on the sick list. The pastor preached a splendid sermon in the morning and Rev. Romans of Marshalltown preached at the evening hour from Jer. 8:20, this being his closing sermon after two weeks' effort in assisting Rev. Mendenhall in a revival, in which many were added to the church. The baptizing will be held next Sunday at Mt. Zion church at 2 p. m. Mesdames Julia Arbuckle, Mary Carter, Leola Wilson, Rose Allen and Mr. Thomas were visitors at Durfee on Sunday. Mrs. Sally Darden entertained at dinner Sunday Revs. Roman and Mendenhall. OTTUMWA, IOWA. On Monday evening, October 8, Mr. and Mrs. Obie Gooch entertained at supper Rev. S. B. Moore, P. E., and Rev. and Mrs. M. I. Gorden. It was a delicious repast and many deliciou delicacies of the season were served. Rev. M. I. Gorden made a trip last week to South Dakota, stopping at Elk Point, Gayville and Yankton, returning home Friday, feeling much refreshed. He reports fine crops and many of the colored farmers doing well. The Faithful Few society met at the home of Mrs. Minnie Bibbs on Fellows street. A good attendance was reported and quite a number of visitors. A very enjoyable evening was spent. Refreshments were served. Next meeting with Mrs. M. F. Clark. Miss Gertie Wagner is confined to her home with appendicitis. Mr. Wells Fowler has returned from Chicago, where he has been visiting relatives. Mrs. Fowler expects to return in a few days. Mrs. Q. B. Taylor has returned from a visit to Albia with friends. The Benevolent club celebrated the success of the rally recently held with an indoor picnic Thursday evening, October 17, at the home of Mrs. Dycie Myers, on East Division street. The evening was pleasantly passed with music and an impromptu program. Mrs. Tina Abner was the guest of honor and was presented with a silver sugar shell and butter knife as a token of appreciation for services rendered the club during her stay in the city. Rev. T. J. Carr made the presentation on behalf of the club, which was responded to by Mrs. Abner. Rev. T. J. Carr preached a very able sermon Sunday night to a large and appreciative audience. The church, under the leadership of Rev. Carr, is steadily increasing in every way, and he is to be commended for the zealous work he is putting forth towards the uplifting of humanity. Mrs. Helena Downey has returned from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where she has been visiting her husband, Wm. Downey. She spent a few days in Mason City and Des Moines. Mrs. M. B. Cheshire and Mrs. Tina Abner of 624 West Mechanic street entertained the Benevolent club Thursday afternoon, October 24, at a 5 o'clock luncheon. Rev. Woodard of Buxton was present and spoke a few encouraging remarks which were well received by those present. Rev. Woodard, who has been conducting the revival meetings at the Second Baptist church, left for Buxton on Saturday. Mrs. Logan of Macon, Mo., is spending a few days in the city visiting relatives and friends. She beautifully sang "The Song I Heard on Sunday Morn" at the Second Baptist church Sunday evening. There will be special services at the A. M. E. church beginning Wednesday evening, preparatory to holding a revival. A number of young girls met recently at the home of the Misses Wagner and organized an embroidery club to meet each Saturday afternoon. Miss Maggie Davis and Miss Lella Downey are the promoters and instructors. They have a membership of fifteen, with Miss Marguerite Putane, president; Miss Hazel Wagner, treasurer; Miss Lilla Clark, secretary. Next meeting with Zella Clark, 321 W. Division street. Young Mr. Cheatham, who was brought to the Ottumwa hospital a short time ago from Eldon, where he had been run over by a freight train, had his foot amputated and has recovered sufficiently to be sent to his home in the south. Mrs. Chas. Wilson has been on the sick list for several days. Mrs. Mary Green, Mrs. Frank Henson and Mrs. Cleo Tompson spent last Thursday at the Clark home tacking comforts. Amost enjoyable day was spent. Come again. C. E. DICKERSON'S RESTAURANT when in Rock Island Everything Good To Eat Ice Cream Soda and Soft Drinks—Cigars and Tobacco —ICE CREAM WHOLESALE— 624-9th St. C. E. Dickerson Prop. Rock Island, Ill. ROOSEVELT JOHNSON John L. Stevens Theodore Roosevelt Hiram W. Johnson GUTHRIE FOR COUNTY ATTOR- NEY. Our good friend, Thomas J. Guthrie, is a candidate for county attorney for his second term. He has made a good man and has at all times treated the colored people with the same courtesy as other people who come into his division of the court. He merits your support on election day, next Tuesday. FRASE FOR COUNTY AUDITOR The name of Harry Frase, the present county auditor, is a candidate for re-election next Tuesday. He is an active working republican and treats all classes fair who come to his office. His friends solicit your support for him. MARTIN FOR TREASURER. We take pleasure to present the name of P. H. Martin to our coloured voters, who is a candidate on the republican ticket for county treasurer. Mr. Martin has been a citizen of Polk county for the past thirty-five years and has never before asked or run for any office. He has made his way up through life as a laboring man, who worked in the coal mines and later he entered into business of his own for the past seventeen years. He is hnest, capable and a good progressive, well qualified, and should have the support of all the colored voters, for he makes no difference on account of color. MASON CITY, IOWA. Rev. W. H. Wheeler, the presiding elder, will hold quarterly conference here Wednesday and Thursday. Mrs. John Stephenson of Ninth street served dinner for the men who were working on the church. 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Attorney Edward A. Lingenfelter, one of our leading young lawyers, is a candidate on the progressive ticket. official you must have, f able man. John A. Lal ures up admirably to know it are finding it deserves the assurance avass. COUNTY for county made man ingenfelter, capable to lawyers, is if elected. assive ticket next Tuesday. Do? V To have a good public official you must have, firstly, a good man; secondly, an affable, courteous, capable man. John A. Lawless, democratic candidate for county treasurer, measures up admirably to these requirements, and the voters who do not already know it are finding it out as the campaign progresses. Mr. Lawless well deserves the assurances of support he is receiving in his quiet, gentlemanly canvass. LINGENFELTER FOR COUNTY for county attorney. He is a self-ATTORNEY. made man, a good lawyer and fully Attorney Edward A. Lingenfelter, capable to do justice with the office, one of our leading young lawyers, is if elected. 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Pure Food and Drugs Act. 10. Federal meat inspection. 11. Navy doubled in tonnage and greatly increased in e- clenzy. 12. Battle-sh'o' fleet sent around ...e world. 13. State militia brought into co-ordination with army. 14. Canal Zone acquired and work of excavation pushed with increased energy. Some of the Notable Acheivements of the Roosevelt Administration DEYOE FOR STATE SUPERIN- TENDENT The name of Prof. A. M. Deyce, the present state superintendent, will be on the republican ticket as a candidate for his second term. He is an able educator and has made the office of state superintendent helpful and instructive to all the teachers and county superintendents of Iowa. He is courteous and thorough with his duties and merits the support of the people of Iowa. THEODORE ROOSEVELT The greatest living man in America today and the most popular man among the masses of the human family in the world; the man who says "All men up and no man down"; who says "That he will not close the door of hope or opportunity against any man on account of color, race or creed." Who also says "That human rights are above property rights." He is our choice for president. He stands for the eternal principles that Lincoln stood for, that Grant fought for, that Garfield died for, and he was attempted to be assassinated for. Vote for Theodore Roosevelt. JUDGE HEWITT. When the governor appointed Judge Hewitt to preside over the newly created fifth court for Polk county, the selection was universally commended. No just criticism has been offered in the campaign that is to determine his successor. He has been diligent, he has presided with dignity and impartiality, he has taken the greatest care to acquaint himself with the needs of every controversy. 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Development of civil self-government in insular possessions. 16. Second intervention in Cuba; Cuba restored to the Cubans. 17. Finances of Santo Domingo straightened out. 18. Alaska Boundary dispute settled. 19. Reorganization of the consular service. 20. Settlement of the coal strike (Special to Bystander.) Miss Martha M. Anderson of the Rock Island arsenal entertained the Hallie Q. Brown club on Thursday evening, October 17, 1912. The hostess, after introducing her guests, Mesdames Colquist, Walkup, William Maxie and Ingram, the club was opened by prayer by the president, Mrs. Ella Wood, song by the members of the club, "The Oranie and the Black": select reading by Mrs. John L. Jones. Quite a number of Dunbar quotations were rendered. The closing remarks were made by Mesdames John Curd, Wood, Robinson, Jones and Miss Martha Anderson. After an adjournment was in order the ladies were invited out to the spacious dining room, where the table was beautifully decorated with cut flowers and an elaborate five-course dinner was served. The guests, Mesdames Colquit, Walkup, William Maxie and Ingram, responded to the hostess. A delightful evening being spent, the Don't waste your money buying strengthening plasters. Chamber.lin's Liniment is cheaper and better. Dampen a piece of flannel with it and bind it over the affected parts and it will relieve the pain and soreness. For sale by all dealers. L. H. S. BROWN JACK DAVIS Brown & Davis Headquarters for Cigars and Tobacco Billiards and Pool Phone Walnut 2314 229 Third St When in Keokuk, Iowa, go to Everything First Class Meals and Lunches at all hours. No. 8 and 10 Main Street R. H. DARDEN Prop. Keokuk ORIGINAL NOTICE. In the district court of Iowa, in and for Polk county, November term, 1912. Myrtle V. Needham, plaintiff, vs. Charley Needham, defendant. To Charley Needham: You are hereby notified on or before the 22d day of October, 1912, the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause will be filed in the office of the clerk of the district court, in and for Polk county, claiming of you an absolute divorce, on the grounds of desertion, for a period of two years, habitual drunkenness, and such inhuman treatment as to endanger the life of this plaintiff. For particulars see petition when filed. and unless you appear thereto and defend before noon of the second day of the next term, being the November term of said court, which will commence on the 4th day of November, 1912, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree will be rendered thereto. 2d day of October, 1912. Sampson & Dillon, Attorney. Stevens tions of the Roosevelt of 1902. 21. The government upheld in Northern Securities decision. 22. Conviction of posto--ce grafters and public-land thieves. 23. 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W. not 899. Eighth Street church, Rev. T. L. Smith attending. He leaves a sister, Mrs. R. Turner, and brother, Mr. D. Turner, residing in this city, and a host of other relatives to mourn his loss. We, the undersigned, desire to thank our friends in Des Moines and our friends in Keyteville, Mo., for their kindness in the sorrow that came upon us in the death of our beloved son and brother, Jesse Jefferson Dewey. (Signed) Mrs. Amelia Dewey. Mrs. Henry Starns. Mrs. E. H. Carter. Major Marmaduke. Blaine Dewey. Fannie Spence. Hot Home-Made Bread all day with those delicious home cooked meals. When in Chicago, Ill. Everybody eats at the 12 West 31st St. Near State St. Columbia Hotel Bldg., Chicago Moderate Prices Quick Service Phones—Aldine 3368—Automatic 73-174 Falcon Flour is without a superior Ask your Grocer SON Johnson- 29. Negotiating twenty-four les of generay arbitration. 30. Reduction of the interest-bearing debt by more than $90,000,000. 31. 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