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IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. VOL. XX NO. CITY NEWS For Rent—Large front room, furnished, kitchen, gas range and cooking utensils, water on same floor. All for $3 per week; 1008 Center St., N. Wiley Mrs. Allen Coleman of Winona, Minn., is visiting her sister, Mrs. E. L. Morgan of Milwaukee, Wis. Mr. Ford, an old veteran soldier from Oskaloosa, Iowa, was in the city during the Old Soldiers' reunion. Mrs. Wm. Smith of Pierre, S. D., is in the city at the home of her sister, Mrs. Price Alexander, who underwent an operation recently. Mrs. Jane Robinson of 761 Tenth street has been quite sick for several days, but is reported as being some better at this writing. Mr. Wm. Brown of Macon, Mo., arrived in our city last Wednesday to be the guest of his son, Mr. Harvey Brown, for a few days. Mrs. John Jackson presented the wedding cake to the Taylor-Davis wedding instead of Mrs. Emma Jackson, as stated in our last week's issue. Miss Artie Johnson of Chicago is in the city visiting her uncle, Mr. John Jackson, of 1311 Buchanan street. She will return home next week. Mrs. Price, Alexander, who has been quite ill at the Methodist hospital, is so much improved that she will be removed to her home in a day or two. The Draaamtic Art club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. M. E. Marshall and studied Cantos XII of Purgatory. They meet next Tuesday with Mrs. Geo. Patton and study Cantos XIV and XV. Dr. A. J. Booker will leave Saturday morning for Minneapolis to attend the American Medical Association. From there he will go to Chicago to attend the clinics and banquet of his Alma Mater. The Women's Political Study club will meet next Thursday evening from, June 19, with Mrs. J. B. Rush. Topic for discussion will be "Popular Government and State Schools." All women interested in politics are invited to attend. Prof. William R. Carter, principal of the Industrial Institute at Topeka, Kan., was a pleasant visitor in our city this week. He was en route to Buxton to attend the Baptist association. READ THIS—Do you want a paying business? If so investigate my plan. Des Moines has a population of 4000 Negroes and 5 churches with no grocery store or butcher shop. There are 8200 white people who are not influenced by nationality or color, but by quality and price of goods. For further information address, N. Wiley, 1008 Center St. Mrs. Mattie Brooks, the district grand high priestess of Iowa, left Wednesday afternoon for Mason City to make her annual visit to the Daughters of Tabernacle. From Mason City to Centerville, from Center- OUR CITY CHURCH SERVICES Corinthian Baptist church, corner of Fifteenth and Linden streets. Rev. T. L. Griffith, pastor. Morning services at 10:30. Sunday school at 12 o'clock. B. Y. P. Union at 6:30 p. m. Evening services at 7:30 p. m. Union Congregational church, corner of Tenth and Park streets. Rev. T. M. Brumfield, pastor. Morning services at 10:45. Subject, "Forfeited Life Restored." Sunday School 12 m. Subject, "A Worth While Ambition." Evening service at 8 o'clock. Asbury Methodist Episcopal church, 777 West Eleventh street. Rev. W. L. Lee, pastor. Morning services at 11 o'clock a. m. Sunday school at 10 o'clock a. m. Epworth League at 7 o'clock p. m. Preaching services at 8 o'clock p. m. St. Paul's A. M. E. church, corner of Second and Center streets. Rev. B. U. Taylor, pastor. Morning services at 11 o'clock. Class meeting immediately after services. Sunday school at 3 o'clock p. m. Allen C. E. at 6:30 o'clock p. m. Evening services at 8 o'clock p. m. Maple Street Baptist church, between Eighth and Ninth street on Maple street. Rev. S. Bates, pastor. Morning services at 11 o'clock a. m. Sunday school at 1 o'clock p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 6 o'clock p. m. Prayer meeting at 7 o'clock p. m. Rooms to Rent—We have good rooms to rent, furnished or unfurnished, at reasonable rates. Call and see us. Mrs. J. E. Roberts. 1224 Day St. ville to Clarinda, from Clarinda to Keokuk, from Keokuk to Council Bluffs. The Knights of Tabor will hold their annual services at Union Congregational church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The order will march from their hall on Eighth and Mulberry streets to the church, headed by the juvenile concert band of Enterprise . Rev. S. Bates will preach the sermon. Miss Mabel Johnson, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Johnson of Gravity, Iowa, returned home last week, after a week's visit in the Capital City, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Rush on West Twentieth street. She also had visited the Iowa State Federation of Colored Women's clubs at Davenport. Mrs. Fred Halcon gave a grand music recital of her pupils on Saturday p. m., June 7th, at her home, 516 East Walnut street. The pupils were as follow: James B. Mosely, Adah Newcomb, Myrtle Simmons, Mrs. G. A. Garth, Mrs. Anna Reeves Harris, Mrs. Frank Lewis. All responded to their parts in a splendid manner. The guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Mosley, Mrs. Calvin Simmons, Mrs. Dalza Hammit, Mrs. Vern Simmons and daughter, Lucile. Refreshments were served all. All visitors expressed themselves as having enjoyed the program. JUDGES FOR CITY CONTESTS. Elbert R. Hall, chairman of the City Literary Convention, has announced these persons as Judges in the annual city contests to be held at St. Paul's A. M. E. church on Monday evening, June 30th: Oratory, Hon. Harvey Ingham, editor of the Register and Leader; Rev. T. L. Griffith, pastor Corinthian Baptist church, and Prof. Frank E. Brown, College of Oratory, Drake university. Music: Mrs. William Coalson, Prof. W. H. Warricks and E. Tracy Blagburn. Poetry: Mrs. Luella Wilburn, Frank P. Johnson and Harold W. Hughes. Declaration: Mrs. Bruce U. Taylor, Rev. W. L. Lee, pastor Burns Chapel, and Geo. H. Mason. The winners of these contests will represent Des Moines in the interstate at Atchison, Kansas, next December. OUR COLLECTOR will be in Creton and Fedford, Ia, Wednesday, June 11; Clarinda, Thursday June 12; Shenandoah and Red Oak, Friday June 13; Council Bluffs Saturday June 14; Omaha Monday June 16, Sioux City Wednesday June 18; Ft. Dodge Friday June 20; Boone Saturday June 21 Of the Iowa State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs Held in Davenport, Iowa, May 26-29. (Continued.) (Mrs. Harvey Brown, Editress.) One of the most interesting features of the program was the demonstration in dressmaking by Madam Watkins and her assistant, Miss Percata Coalison, both of Des Moines. Tuesday afternoon Madam Watkins demonstrated the street dress which Miss Coalison wore. On Wednesday she demonstrated a beautiful evening gown in which she appeared. The demonstration was very instructive and everybody declared it was the finest they had ever seen and hope to have Madam Watkins again next year. I wish to make a correction on the arts and craft concerning the china that was donated by the ladies of the Federation and presented to Mrs. J. B. Rush, president, and Mrs. Alice Thompson, recording secretary, by Mrs. J. W. Hudson. It has been stated that the money raised on this china event went into the sinking fund, but instead the money was given to the owner of the china. Reliable Jewelry Buy Your Wedding or Graduation Present for your friends from a good reliable firm that will guarantee all their goods We do all kind of repair work. Our prices are reasonable--come and look over our large stock of the latest designs St. Hilampys All the Corner of the big Clock LOCUST STREET AT SIXTH AVE KEOKUK NEWS. Mrs. Ellen Johnson is convalescent, after a severe attack of acute inflammatory rheumatism. Rev. Samuel Johnson of the First African Baptist church left yesterday morning for Buxton to attend the Sunday school convention. Mrs. Elizabeth Gibson will attend also as a delegate. The Coleridge Taylor Music club will have a lawn fete entertainment on June 19th at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Holmes. All are invited to attend. We were recently informed of the death of Mr. Isaac Washington, which occurred a few weeks ago in Bloomington, Ill., to which place deceased had gone to reside about one year ago. His was a familiar figure upon our streets for several years and he was quite well thought of. Mrs. Washington preceded him in death about two years ago. Mrs. Isabelle South last week for Canton, Ill., to visit her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James South. The Sewing Circle of the First African Baptist church has been reorganized. The officers elect are: President, Miss Annie Marion; vice president, Mrs. Harriet Dade; secretary, Mrs. Ida Mitchell; assistant secretary, Mrs. Georgia Caldwell; treasurer, Mrs. J. C. Matthews. Miss Grace Buckner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Buckner, of New Boston will be one among the number of graduates to receive her diploma from the Kansas City high school. A very pleasant surprise was tendered Mr. Ralph Teebau last Friday evening by several of his friends. A most enjoyable evening was spent. Mr. Teebau, who is a recent graduate of Western college, Macon, Mo., was the recipient of numerous fond remembrances. The death of Mr. James Otis Neal, which occurred last Sunday afternoon, is mourned by relatives and many friends. He was a young man of industrious and sober habits and highly es teemed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Jessie Neal, and one son, Berl, and a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Bundy. The Missouri jurisdiction of S. M. T.'s held their annual election of officers last Thursday. Mrs. J. E. Phillips was re-elected M. W. P. for the eight consecutive year, which shows the mark of high earmen in which she is held by the sisterhood. Mrs. Nannie Jefferson, V. P.; Mrs. Alma Taylor, secretary; Mrs. Georgia Caldwell, assistant secretary; Mrs. Elizabeth Reed Jones, treasurer. Miss Florence Wilkinson, who recently graduated at Western college, has returned home, but is indisposed. We hope for her convalescence soon. Her sister, Miss Elizabeth Wilkinson, of Kansas City attended the graduation exercises at Macon and is now at home for a visit with her sisters and father. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Taylor visited relatives and friends in Quincy last week. Last Sunday was quarterly meeting day at Bethel. P E. Daniels was present and a good attendance was out to hear him. Rev. Wm. H. Van Derzee of Lincoln, Neb., preached two able sermons at Pilgrim's Rest Batist church last Sunday morning and evening. Rev. Van Derzee is a visitor at the home of Mrs. M. Davis. Miss Ellen Wilkinson attended the graduation of her sister, Florence, at Macon, Mo. Mr. Percy Harris, Archie Boyd, James Grigsby and Cyrus Boyd visited friends at Canton and Lagrange, Mo., last week. Mr. Raymond and Harry Black of Fort Madison were Keokuk visitors last Sunday. The Missouri jurisdiction of W. B. F. and S. M. T.'s sermon was preached last Sunday afternoon at Pilgrim's Rest Baptist church by the pastor. Rev. J. H. Helm. Mr. James Garnet, Jr., of Macon is the guest of Mr. Ralph B. Teebau. The Grand Court is now in session in our city. On last evening a reception was tendered the delegates at Masonic hall. Mr. J. H. Harris, the paperhanger, is kept quite busy these days. His son, Percy, is a good assistant. Mr. Fielding Johnson, who is on the mail service, has returned to his duties, after several days' vacation. Mr. Thomas Mills and Mrs. Susie Holmes are delegates to the grand lodge of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth, which convenes in Buxton. We are sorry to learn of the sad accident which has befallen Mr. George Smith. A piece of rock from blasting hitting him in the eye. We hope that the sight may not be impaired. Mrs. Lucy Diggs of Omaha is quite seriously ill. We hope for her convalescence soon. Mrs. Diggs formerly resided here for a number of years and is a member of Wisdom Temple. Dr. T. H. Phillips has a large library in which he has invested for the benefit of our young people. We hope they may take advantage of reading some of these valuable books. The death of Mr. Henry Terry, which occurred last Monday, removes another of our old residents. Mrs. Carter of near Sandusky is a sister of Mr. Terry. His remains were taken to her home, from which place funeral will be held. NOTICE To the lodge and members of the G. U. O. of O. F., D. G. L., No. 39, Iowa Jurisdiction, Greeting; Whereas on the second day of June, a letter was received from Loving Hope Lodge, No. 7066, Buxton, Iowa, stating they could not entofer by reasons of unavoidable circumstance; they therefore petition the executive committee to postpone said meeting until the fourth Tuesday in August, commencing the 28th-28th inclusive. The matter having been taken into consideration by the executive board, and by their consent it is hereby ordered and announced to all parties concerned that the meeting is postponed to the above mentioned dates in Buxton, Iowa, as aforesaid. Lodges and delegates will govern themselves accordingly. Given under our hand and seal this Given under our hand and seal this 9th day of June, 1913. G. O. Terrell, D. G. M. Dr. E. A. Lee, D. G. S. ST. JOSEPH. MO. We were surprised that some people were displeased because a few suggestions were made about the entertainment that was given at the Auditorium on the 23rd ult. It is very likely that the same organization may give other entertainments in the future and we thought a few suggestions might be of some value to that committee in arranging future programs, and all people should remember when you present anything to the public you must expect criticism, and if your feelings are so tender that they can't endure it, don't take part in any public programs. The Bystander representative has no apology, to make. When a good program is rendered we will tell you about it, and if it is not good you will read of it. We expect to tell the truth. What the people want is their money's worth, and if they don't get your patronage will be disappointed. All persons cannot attend the different entertainments, and if the newspapers don't give us that information what is the need of having them? Dr. W. S. Carrion attended the annual meeting of the State Negro Medical association, which met in Kansas City last week. From what the Kansas City papers say his address before that association was highly appreciated. Mrs. Green, a hypnotist of Kansas City, Kas., gave an exhibition of that science at the New Hope Baptist church lastuesday. A large crowd was present to enjoy the unique entertainment. Miss I. Garrett, who teaches the commercial course at the Bartlett high school, has returned to her home at Nashville, Tenn., to spend the summer. Mr. C. W. Black of Plattsburg, deputy district G. M. of the U. B. F. & S. M. T., spent several days of last week in this city. He says the membership continues to increase and they hope to have 20,000 members in this state before July 1, 1914. At present they have more than 18,000. The annual election of officers of the Wilkeron lodge, A. F. & A. M., was held on the 3rd inst. Dr. O. M. Ricketts, W. M.; Samuel Henson, S. W.; Louie Smith, J. W.; John Franklin, treasurer; V. C. Oliver, secretary. The latter two were re-elected. The annual communication of that lodge will meet here in August and both the lodges are making extensive preparations for the meeting. Miss Callie Wynn, one of our teachers, left last Sunday night for Denver to spend her vacation. Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Lawrie of 701 Pendleton street entertained a number of their friends last Friday night. Miss Strickland of Little Rock, Ark., was the guest of honor. Whist and dancing were enjoyed during the evening. The Misses Dorothy Watkins, Ruth Endicott and Lena Mosley, who are students at the Lincoln Institute, returned home last Saturday evening. Miss Ethylene Gross left last week for Kansas City. She will spend part of her vacation in Kansas and some time in Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. John Oliver, 1221 N. Eighth street, gave a farewell party for Miss Strickland, who has been the guest of Miss Rose Lawrie for the past fortnight, last Saturday night. A number of their friends were present to enjoy the evening's social melange. Mr. Joseph Perry is assisting John Owens with his work at the News Press, building. The Messrs. Louie Smith and S. rooks, after a few weeks in Des Moines, Iowa, have returned to this city. Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Hill, 1340 Buchanan street, entertained a few of their friends last Wednesday night. Mrs. Hill is expecting some of her young lady friends from Kentucky to spend part of the summer at her home and naturally the young men are pleased to hear such news. Mrs. H. Regan has returned from her visit to Sedalia, her former home. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. H. Coleman of 1821 Angelique street will spend most of their vacation in Colorado this summer. Miss Marguerite Perry is now convalescent, after a few weeks' sickness. Miss Celestial Simms spent part of last Sunday at Savannah. During the informal dinner given by the members of Moila Patrol and State Capitol Blvd Historical Room Shriners, who attended the recent meeting of the imperial council of the Shrine at Dallas, Texas, last Thursday night at the Hotel Metropole, the colored concert school rendered a few selections. Miss Olda Anderson, one of the teachers at the Douglass school, has returned to her home at Lawrence, Kans. Rev. E. M. Cohren was in Muskogee, Okla., last week attending the Baptist Sunday school convention. DAVENPORT NOTES. Among the recent organizations is the Alumni association, which was organized by Mrs. Lenora Sheppard and held its first meeting last Tuesday evening, June 3, at her residence on North Grand avenue. Those present and who constitute the organization are Mrs. Georgia Allen, Mrs. Lenora Sheppard, Mrs. Belle Hall, Mrs. Gertrude B. Lewis, Stevens, Rev. T. B. Stovall, Dr. R. S. Taylor, Mr. Oliver Richardson and Mr. George Young. Prof. J. H. Hamilton of Chicago was a visitor. The affair was a brillaint one. The evening was spent in discussing live issues of the day. After the guests partook of a splendid reap, which had been artistically prepared by the hostess, Mrs. Sheppard introduced Mrs. Gertrude Stevens, who acted as toastmistress, and proved herself an artist, introducing each speaker in a most eloquent manner. Mrs. Sheppard on Education of the Colored Youth in lines of her own composition. Rev. T. B. Stovall on the Educated Ministry. Mrs. Allen on Character Building. Dr. R. S. Taylor on Education Successful to Professional Career. Mrs. Hall on Graduates on the Increase. Oliver Richardson on the advantages of a Higher Education. George Young on Does Education Benefit a Community. Prof. J. H. Hamilton on Educate the Whole Body. A fair to run fifteen nights started at Bethel A. M. E. church Monday evening, June 9, 1913. All lines of merchandise are represented in one large country store. The basement of the church represents a department store. Mr. Bertie E. Bates and Miss Ethel May Smith were quietly married at the A. M. E. parsonage on June 5, 1913, by Rev. T. B. Stovall. Richard B. Harrison is to be at the Bethel A. M. E. church for the fourth time June 30, 1913. Mr. Harrison will favor the public with his latest and most humorous readings at this appearance. As w ego to press Miss Emma Beard and Mr. William Brooks of Davenport are being married at Burlington, Iowa. The Masonic order will observe St. John's day at the Third Baptist church on June 22, 1913. The Boys' Athletic club will meet the Intellectual club of Clinton, Iowa, in a debate in the near future. Subject, "Resolved, "That California was right in her position toward the Japanese." Can't Keep It Secret. The splendid work of Chamberlain's Tablets is daily becoming more widely known. No such grand remedy for stomach and liver troubles has ever been known. For sale by all dealers. SIQUX CITY ITEMS Sunday was Children's day at the A. M. E. church. An interesting program was rendered by the children. Mr. Albert Robinson left Monday for Minneapolis, Minn., to join an orchestra gotten up in said city. A memorial service was held at the A. M. E. church Sunday evening for the two late deceased bishops of the A. M. E. conference. Mr. and Mrs. Abe Casen have moved from our city to take up their residence in Minneapolis, Minn. We are sorry to lose such a nice family and old citizens which they have been for nearly twenty-six years. Sioux City's loss is Minneapolis' gain. Mrs. John Shoves has been confined to her home with illness the past week. The Ladies' Aid society met at the Mt. Zion Baptist church parlors Thursday afternoon. The A. I. P. club met at the home of Mesdames Mary Knight and Lulu Webb. A nice two-course luncheon was served by the hostesses. Miss Mabel Morgan, one of our promising young ladies, was among the graduates that stepped over the threshold of school life last Friday evening. Miss Golda Hackley was elected delegate to go to the Sunday school convention, which convenes in Des Moines on June 24th. There will be a trip around the world Wednesday evening, June 11th, given by Mrs. Mayo for the benefit of Mt. Zion Baptist church. They will visit the following stations: Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Stubbfield, Japan; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Jewell, China; Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Morgan, Europe; Mr. and Mrs. J. Wilbur Norris, California; Mt. Zion Baptist church, Africa. MT. PLEASANT. IOWA The trustees of the A. M. E. church gave a social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clay Reid on North Hamlin street Tuesday evening, June 3, which proved a financial success. Mrs. Mitchell and daughter, Miss Beulah, of Ottumwa were visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Harris. Mrs. Mahala Hunt is quite ill at this writing. Her sister, Mrs. Knight, of Des Moines is here with her. Mrs. Clay Reed entertained the Kings Daughters on Friday afternoon, June 6th. Light refreshments were served and an enjoyable afternoon was spent. Mrs. Julia Bartlett Hill of Chicago was an especially invited guest. Word has been received from Iowa City that Miss Hazel Logan is much better. She was accompanied by her brother and Mrs. Lowry. The Kensington met with Mrs. H. Hedge last Thursday. A very pleasant afternoon was spent and delightful refreshments served. Mrs. Mitchell and daughter of Ottumwa were especially invited guests. Mrs. H. P. Smith, Miss Wilma Brooks and Rev. J. M. Eaves left Monday for Buxton to the Baptist Sunday school convention. Miss Eulah Gay left Monday for her home in Auxvause, Mo., after completing her term in the local high school. Miss Fae A. Mosely is to be congratulated for her great achievement. She is the only colored graduate from the high school this year. Miss Demaris Reecee received a beautiful piano for her eighth birthday. Mrs. Lucian Cater is visiting her husband in Burlington. Mrs. Howard of Chicago has been here visiting at the home of Mrs. Mary White. NOTICE TO MASTER MASONS The twenty-sixth annual communication of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Iowa and Jurisdiction, A. F. & A. M., will hold their regular session in Keokuk, Iowa, July 8, 9, 10 and 11. All members of the Grand Lodge and all Master Masons are urged to be present by Monday evening, July 7th, for school of instruction. Program will be published later. By order of John L. Thompson, G. M., Des Moines, Iowa. FORT MADISON NOTES Sunday was Children's day at the A. M. E. church and an excellent program was rendered at the evening service. Miss Ruth Mack and Miss Rachel Woods of the A. M. E. Sunday school are delegates to the Sunday school convention, which convenes in Washington, Iowa, in June. Mrs. Charles Thomas was called to Davenport last week to attend the funeral of a nephew, Mr. John Young. Mr. Elmer Williams of St. Louis, Mo., has returned home, after a visit with his wife and daughter at the home of Mrs. A. L. King. Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Bowles spent Sunday in Keokuk and will go from there to Buxton to attend the Sunday school convention, which will convene this week. The Willing Workers club will meet at the home of Mrs. James Sanders on Tuesday evening. Mrs. Mae Street of Denver, Colo., is a guest at the home of Mrs. Lucy King for a two weeks' stay. The White Rose club was beautifully entertained at the home of Mrs. Robert Goodwin on Thursday afternoon. After the regular business session a program was rendered and the hostess served a three-course luncheon. The Second Baptist parsonage is progressing nicely. The officers hope to have it completed before fall. Rev. J. W. Bowles, pastor in charge, is working to make it a success. Mr. Ambrose Jackson is overseeing the work. Mr. Everett Cain and Miss Robinson of Davenport were entertained at dinner at the home of Mr. Charles Thomas on Sunday. His grand parent. GALESBURG ILL. Miss Revester Colston of Des Moines returned home Monday, after a visit with relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Jackson of Chicago visited a few days last week with Mrs. Jess Wilder. Missionary day was observed Sunday at the Allen Chapel. A splendid program was given by the ladies. Dr. M. H. Auter and Miss Mabel Summerfield were quietly united in marriage Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. Nellie McAtee. They will make their home on West First street. Mr. Geo. Proctor of Harrisburg spent a few days last week visiting friends here. Miss Marie Dunaway finished her course in high school Thursday afternoon. The Thimble Circle gave a reception in honor of Miss Dunaway on Friday evening at the home of Mrs. L. C. Carter. A short program was enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Anderson of Monmouth and Miss Nettie Perry of Burlington were present. Miss Helen Wilson left last week for Michillinda, Mich., where she will spend the summer. Mrs. W. H. Corn is visiting in Rock Island. The D. D. W. C. C. met with Mrs. A. L. Harper on Tuesday. A musical was enjoyed, after which light refreshments were served. The Mt. Olive lodge No. 17 elect The Mt. Olive lodge, No. 17, elect- ed the following officers: William Robinson, W. M. O. J. Thorpe, S. W.; Geo. W. Ashby, J. W.; Thomas Jackson, treasurer; H. A. Horne, secretary. Miss Maude Durran is employed at a Washington dairy lunch. Miss Ethel Hudson of Newton is visiting her sister, Mrs. Watson. Master Forest Lentinin won second prize at the field meet in the 100 yard dash. he prize was a beautiful silver metal. Good for Forest. Last year three of our young boys entered high school and this year we record three more, Masters Mayo Perkins, Forest Martin and Dewey Allnutt. With much pleasure the writer speaks of this and we as mother can do most to encourage these young boys to stick to the end. Success awaits you, boys. Mr. Edward Boyd met with an accident which proved to be very painful. We hope for his recovery soon. Mrs. Horace Flowers was out calling last week, much improved in health. Mr. Ace Collins' brother of Moberly, Mo., is visiting him. Circle No. 1, of which Mrs. Thorpe is president, gave an entertainment at Marshall's restaurant with great success. Mr. Perkins has at several times thrown open the doors of his restaurant for church entertainments. Many thanks is extended to him. Mrs. Alfred Horne is at home again, after a successful operation at Mercy hospital. Her many friends hope to see her out soon. Mr. Harry Horne will spend his two weeks' vacation in Chicago next week, the guest of his old friend, Mr. Wm. McCullers, at about which time Mr. McCullers and Mr. Eggerson will open up a barber shop in the new Y. M. C. A. Mrs. Wm. Fine was visiting her husband, Mr. W. E. Fine, last week. MASON CITY, IOWA Master Harry Hawkins is still very sick at this writing. Miss Agnes Robinon of Bedford, Iowa, is in the city for an indelinite time. Mrs. Fred Wright, who has been visiting in Maquoketa and Indiana, has returned home and reports a pleasant visit. Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Reeves of Omaha are in the city for a short visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bates. Mr. Reeves met with a serious accident during the cyclone, but is improving rapidly. Madam Gibson of St. Paul was a visitor in the city last week on special business. Mr. and Mrs. Lue Tyler entertained Mr. and Mrs. R. Fisher for dinner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mitchell have moved to Clear Lake, as Mr. Mitchell has accepted a position as cook at the Lake Shore hotel. Master Ester Woodford or Mexico, Mo, has come to spend the summer with his uncle, Rev. F. D. Woodford, of this city. Mrs. J. A. Durrough returned home last Tuesday from Cedar Rapids, where she has been visiting with her mother ever since March. Mr. C. Johnson from Cresco, Iowa, passed through the city last week en route to Omaha. Mrs. J. Beverly of East Seventh street returned home from Fort Dodge last Sunday. Perseverence lodge, No. 14, K. of P., will give an ice cream social on June 18th. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Eaton returned home Thursday from Rochester, Minn. Mrs. Mary Rogers of Des Moines is in the city visiting with Mrs. Martha Dixon. The stork has been very busy the past two weeks among our people. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cabbell, leaving a fine baby girl. Mother and child doing nicely. Mr. Harry Mitchell is on the sick list at this writing. The stork left a baby girl at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bates. Both mother and girl fine. Miss Nora Williams of East State street is reported on the sick list at this writing. Mrs. Mattie Brooks, the D. G. H. P. of Des Moines, is expected to visit Golden Shield Tabernacle on Thursday afternoon. The Golden Shield Tabernacle is making preparations for their annual sermon, which will be held Sunday, June 15th, at the Union Memorial church at 3 p. m. Rev. F. D. Woodford will preach the sermon and a special program is being prepared by the daughters. Everyone is welcome. Mr. Charley Cecil, who has been sick all winter with rheumatism, has returned to the city and is much better. Children's Day was observed last Sunday at the church. A special program was rendered Sunday evening by the children. The church was beautifully decorated with both cut and wild flowers. Much credit is due the Sunday school teachers for their earnest and faithful work. Mrs. Maggie Carter, Mrs. Ida Smith, Mrs. Paul Scott and Mr. Johnnie Crawford, teachers. Mrs. E. Williams will leave Wednesday for Omaha to visit her mother, who is sick, and to look after other business matters. Subscribe for the Bvstander Iowa State Bystander BYSTANDER PUB. CO. Publishers. DES MOINES. . . . IOWA HELP FOR THE MORTGAGER Satisfactory Method of Borrowing Money Which is Resorted To by Swiss Farmers. Swiss farmers find it comparatively easy to borrow money of the mortgage banks which exist in many of the cantons, Farm and Home remarks. The chief advantage secured by the farmer in placing a mortgage with the cantonal or state mortgage banks is that he escapes the necessity of re-aging the principal of his mortgage in a single payment, and he is practically relieved from the danger of foreclosure. The interest rate charged by the cantonal mortgage banks is about the same as that collected by other banks. For instance, a farmer wishes to raise a loan of $10,000 on his property. He secures the money for himself. He could probably do as well for himself if he went to the private sources, but here is where the cantonal banks help him out. If he went to a private bank to borrow money at 4½ per cent, for a stated number of years he would be required to pay that bank his interest each year, the full amount at the end of the term. Now, with the cantonal bank he is required each year, in addition to his 4½ per cent, to pay one per cent as amortization. After the first payment he owes the bank $10,000 less one per cent. Naturally, the second year he must pay interest, not on the $10,000, but on $9,000. However, his actual payment is still 5½ per cent of $10,000. Each year, however, a large portion of the 5½ per cent may to liquidate the bank, way way beyond the ultimately pays back the entire loan without having been burdened with one big payment in any year, as he ordinarily would have been. Only in very rare cases are the loans made by these mortgage banks on farm properties foreclosed. German School for Clerks. The Madgeburg Verenin Stellbandtier Kaufheur (Madgeburg Association of Independent Merchants) plans to open a school for the special training of women and girls destring to become shop clerks. The scheme of instruction contemplates courses in the courteous and intelligent treatment of customers, in the art of decorating, modern languages, mathematics, grammar, general commercial knowledge, commercial correspondence and bookkeeping. A one-year course, consisting of twenty weeks weekly, is to be given in the above mentioned subjects, the tuition amounting to $19. The cost of school materials will be about $5. In school, in providing its students with theoretical and practical knowledge certain to prove of great value to them in their future work, will bring about a bettermment in the social standing of shop clerks, and thus open a field for girls of higher intellectual and educational qualifications than has hitherto been the case.—From a Madgeburg Consular Report. Time Had Come A big, brawny Texan, known for his nasal twang and ability to make money, was paying court to a young woman of his town, when she left Texas for Vancouver, British Columbia. Some time later she married there. When the Texan heard of it—but let him tell his own story: "Now what I done? I got on the train and I went up there, and I went to see her. And dye know what I said to her? I said to her, 'I'm goin' to quit ye. I'm goin to quit ye right now!" Command "Keep Still" Cruel. Sir John Cockburn, speaking to teachers at the London Day Training college, said speech was called into function by the movement of the hand. "If you want to reach the brain you must do it through the hand, and if you disregard the use of the eyes and hands in education you are placing the brake on all mental development of the child. "The command to 'keep still' in a school is the greatest cruelty you can possibly impose on children, for to make children keep still for any length of time very often produces deformity." The Height of Obstinacy Representative Pujo was talking about an obstinate financier. "This man," he said, "is undoubtedly the most obstinate man in Wall street. I may say, in fact, that he is the most obstinate man in the world. Why. he is so obstinate and constrained that if he sees a newspaper advertisement headed: 'Don't Read This!' he doesn't read it." She Knew the Count. Mayor Whitlock of Toledo was talking about a Toledo heilress who had married a count. "Well, at an rate," said he, "the girl seemed convinced that the count had no unworthy motives. "Don't you know, a friend said to her some months before the wedding, don't you know that the count is simply marrying you for your money, so that he can pay his bills? "Nonsense!" she replied. "The count never thinks of paying his bills." The Latest Sport. Hunting game from an aeroplane will likely be one of the recognized field sports. In France recently an aeronaut was invited to take part in such an event, and while flying about the field he was struck in the eye by a bullet from one of the guns and painfully, though not seriously, injured. He managed to bring the machine safely to the ground, and then had his wound dressed by some surgeons who happened to be among the Postal Savings System Under Man of Experience. Fermer Governor Dockery, Who Devoted Many Years to the Banking Business, Now Supervise the Deposits. Washington.—For the first time since its inception the postal savings system is to be administered by an experienced banker. Third Assistant Postmaster General Dockery, before he became interested in wider political life, was in the banking business. As far back as 1866 he organized with the assistance of a coterie of his financial friends (the Farmers' Exchange, the National Bank, the Co. he became its cashier and remained such until 1882. While in many respects the postal savings depositories are widely different from banking institutions, in the ordinary acceptance of the term, still there is much similarity noticeable, and for this reason, more than for any other, it is said, Postmaster General Burleson was influenced to call to his assistance in the administration of the Deposits to the saving population of the country the experience of a trained banker. The last reports that may be said to be complete thus far cover the system up to March 31 last. At that time there were 12,823 depositories, located at 12,160 postoffices, of which 8,222 were of the presidential class and 3,938 were fourth-class offices. The 3,938 depositories were proximated 35,000, and the amount on deposit about $33,500,000, or an average of about $100 per depositor. C. AARIS & LUNDS Alexander M. Dockery. About $21,600,000, or more than three-fifths of the entire deposits, were held in 251 postoffs, each of which recorded deposits amounting to $15,000 or more; $15,000,000, approximately was held in 37 offices, each holding about $100,000 or more. New York leads the list with deposits amounting to $2,366,049, with Chicago eight, $1,689,024; Brooklyn third, with $761,091, and Portland, with $178,145. Washington ranks twenty-seventh, with $153,560, and Astoria, Ore, the lowest on the scheduled list, thirty-seventh, with $107,866. In addition a big sum in deposits amounting the savings of the country, so far as the postal system is concerned, $2,399,120 of the depositors' savings have been converted into interest-bearing 2½ per cent. United States bonds. While the faith of the United States government is specifically pledged to the return of the money when demanded, the deposits, under the law, are for the most part in solvent banks organized under national or state laws and subject to national or state supervision, including savings banks and trust companies due to building bulk portions of these building banks qualified as depositories, including 3,808 national banks, 2,412 state banks, 401 savings banks, 572 trust companies and 54 "organized" private banks. A story is going the rounds on Secretary of the Navy Joseph Daniels. It is said that after Should Change er an experience in a Washington hotel where he was to be one of the officers at a banquet the North Carolina secretary remarked that he is meant for the life of a country town. Arriving at the hotel, so the story goes, Secretary Daniels took an elevator for the banquet hall, where he was met by a distinguished looking man who apparently was a foreigner. With typical southern courtesy, the navy secretary bowed. "You, you," he said. "That foreign persons of distinction should take an interest in our politics is gratifying to me. We are a new people, sir, but—" The distinguished looking man interrupted. "Name, number, blease?" "Name and number?" repeated Mr. Daniels. "What number?" "Ze eat number," answered the other. Eat you gif me that, I'll find you and give you a walk." "Are you a waiter?" asked Mr. Daniels with amazement. "If you please, sir." "Then, by George, you should change your uniform so I could tell you the guests of honor," said Mr. Daniels. Gastronomic Feat: My niece, aged four years, saw her grandmother take some medicine contained in an unusually large capsule. When the feat had been accomplished the astonished child ran to me with the exclamation: "O aunty, grandma! swallowed her medicine—bottle and all."—Exchange. Missed It. "How do you like that joke I just now told you? It's a foreign joke." "Well, it's certainly foreign to me I don't see the point." I don't see the point. William C. Reddell, secretary or commerce, in commenting on the de- Exports and Imports Big. States for the month of March and the nine months ended March, said: "The figures are striking, both in their magnitude and in their details. The aggregate business, inward and outward, of the United States with foreign countries for the nine months was a RM17 in excess of $3,300,000,000—an impressive total, which if maintained at the same rate would bring the business to a year well in excess of $1,400,000,000. "Great Britain is our largest customer, buying from us over $478,000,000, and selling us over $234,000,000, an aggregate for the nine months in excess of $122,000,000, or a total business of nearly $80,000,000 a month. Canada is our second best customer, buying from us $300,000,000 in nine months, equal to nearly $1,300,000 every working day. A pretty fair customer, that. Then Germany comes third, buying $288,000,000 from us in nine months and selling us $146,000,000, but a pretty fair customer, too—buying us four times, four fourths comes France, to whom we sold $120,000,000, and from whom we bought $112,000,000. "The figures for the entire nine months are such as to give just pride to every thoughtful American to whose notice they come. Out of the total transactions of $3,300,000,000 there is a balance in our favor of a little over $500,000,000. Doing pretty well, that. But a few comparisons with 1912 make it look even better. For example, our sales of manufactures for further use in manufacturing increased over $66,000,000 and our sales of manufactures ready for use increased over the increase period last year $88,500,000, an increase in these two lines of manufactured goods alone of over $114,500,000, as compared with the same period of last year." In the number of deaths from typhoid fever for the year 1911 as being the lowest on record, a statement of the Typhoid Death Toll Reduced. sus declares, however, that this is far in excess of the mortality from this cause in progressive European country. This reduction, it says, "indicates that the public health officials of the country and the people who support their efforts are awakening to the necessity of wiping out this filth disease." The statement declares that in 1911 there were 12,451 deaths from this cause in the registration area. This is a death rate of 21 per 100,000 compared with 23.5 the year previous. Lower death rates are also noted in tuberculosis, measles, scarlet fever, catarrhal diseases and organic diseases of the heart. Increases were shown in the deaths from pellagra, suicide and violent deaths excluding suicide. The increase in the mortality from pellagra was large, according to the statement. During the early part of the decade, 1900 to 1909, the reported mortality from this disease was insignificant, two deaths being returned for 1900, two for 1903 and one for 1904. For 1908, 23 deaths were returned, all of which occurred in southern cities. A large increase was shown in 1909, during which 116 deaths were reported, and a still large number of 100 deaths were reported as due to this disease. The mortality of 659 for 1911, as compared with 368 for 1910, indicates an increase of 39 per cent. An important statement in the census bureau's paper is that organic diseases of the heart in 1911 caused more deaths, $3,525, than any other disease or group of diseases shown in the abridged international list, although the number of deaths from tuberculosis of all forms, $9,205, was considerably greater. However, the death rate from organic heart trouble in 1911 was slightly lower than that for the preceding year, but the rate for these two years is declared to be much higher than that of previous years. After reading that so many congressmen had obtained their election to the to hear one southern member the other day admit to a few intimates that if he were hailed before the bar of justice he would have to acknowledge that he had bought votes to secure his nomination and election. "It was a case of necessity, though," he added, "because my opponent was doing the same thing." The congressman went on to relate an incident of the last November elections. "I overheard my campaign manager talking with one of his assistants. The latter was protesting that a voter had taxed him $5 for his vote. "My manager exclaimed angrily: 'I won't stand for it. It is an outrage. We have never paid more than $3 for his vote. But then I suppose the other side has been after him. However, before we let the other party get him I reckon we will have to meet his figure. Hold him down, though, if you can." A new member of congress who was present was frankly amazed. "Suppose detectives should have heard your manager admit he was buying votes?" "Well," replied the other, "detectives did come to my district once, but the sherif arrested them for carrying concealed weapons." Mourned His Lost Youth In the ground of Sketty hall, near Swannee, Wales, the residence of the late Mr. Glyn Vivian, is a large, grass-tenwined gravestone which is probably unique. It was erected by Mr. Wheeler, the memoirist who lost youth, and on it is inscribed some pathetic lamentations in elegant verse. Senatorial Saving "Let me on the junkets of a country," says Senator Wombat, "and I will." PRESIDENT WILSON'S BUS:NESS MANAGER PRIVATE SECRETARY OF WILLIAM J. BRYAN DAUGHTER OF KAISER WEDS PRINCE ERNEST CUBA'S NEW PRESIDENT A CORNELL GRADUATE --- A round, elecutionary eye, blue in color, and an oratory mouth, the human appraiser would say, if there were such specialist, as he wrote the items down on the schedule of assets. To which he would add, as he proceeded to in-zentorize features and write them on materiaries, a good, tuneful voice, ringing and robust in both the higher would say, if there were such a specialist, as he wrote the items down on the schedule of sets. To which he would add, as he proceeded to in- sentorize features and character asteristics, a good tuneful voice, ringing and robust in both the higher and lower registers. In like manner he would specify two military shoulders, an energetic manner, a sky-blue necktie, a flax-colored mustache and a pair of thick, mahogany-colored side-whiskers. Drawing a line at the bottom of the column he would teal the volle in William Cox Redfield, the new secretary of commerce and the personal tariff counsel of President Wilson. A propensity for getting money and a talent for putting his active and progressive thoughts into language have removed Mr. Redfield from the overcrowded ranks of medicinity. Once Mr. Redfield was a teacher and the superintendent of a Brooklyn Sunday school for 20 years. All he had to do in politics was to change his subject, and, possibly, his coat and cravat, and then go ahead. Still it must be admitted that he has the gift of speak- The duties of the private secretary are more onerous, if not more im- and more, the beginning of an administration than at any other time. Also in most instances in the present administration the private secretaries, like the they are new to their places. PETER M. BURGESS As Mr. Bryan is premier of the cabinet, so to his new secretary fails the honor of being premier of the corps of private secretaries. This honor came not through seniority. There are other private secretaries who have been in service many years, while Manton M. Wyvell was appointed only recently. But he is rapidly acquiring experience, for regardless of the fact that the appointing powers of the secretary of state are the most limited of any of the ten cabinet members, the principal attack of the officeseekers has centered about Mr. Bryan's office. It requires a man of cast iron nerve and extended experience in the buffer busi- When the Princess Victoria Louise, Emperor William's only daughter and the apple of his eye, became the bride of Prince Ernest of Cumberland a few days ago, she was attended by a bevy of young women as distinguished for their beauty as for their exalted rank. P At the wedding were assembled proud monarchs and their glittering suites; kings and ruling princes of that mighty confederation of which the kaiser is the chief; special envoys laden with jeweled orders, queens and princesses famed for their pulchritude, shining with价leless gems, decked in super costumes. In the middle were grouped the bride and her four bridesmaids, fresh, blushing, fragrant, like rosebuds set in a gaudlly-enameled vase, "I shall choose my bridesmaids," said the girl whom Berlinda have de --- Gen, Mario G. Menocal was a few days ago inaugurated as president of Cuba. In his inaugural address the new executive contented himself with the declaration to devote all his energies to giving the country a clean business administration, which will foster the industries of the country to develop his splendid resources, which augural address the new executive contented himself with the declaration that he will devote all his energies to giving the country a clean business administration, which will develop its splendid resources, which will welcome foreign capital and immigration and maintain friendly relations with all nations, especially with the United States, to which Cuba is so closely linked by bonds of mutual affection and interest. General Menocal was born in 1866 at Jauague Grande, Mantanzas province. His family moved to the United States and he was educated at the college of Washington and at Cornell university. He graduated from Cornell as a civil engineer. Upon leaving Ithaca he went with his uncle, Aniceto G. Menocal, chief of the en Securing Household Efficiency A practical knowledge of the work to be done, an ability to convey that knowledge to servants, to observe without appearing to observe, to correct without nagging, and to show friendliness without familiarity—all these will enable us to give to a maid a sense of personal freedom and responsibility and a practical knowledge of the world to tend to dissipate the hostility engendered by years of misunderstanding. —Century Magazine. ing exceptionally eloquently. Two years ago Mr. Redfield came to the house of representatives. It is a principle in business that nothing overtakes the sensitive man who looks and stands back. The firing line of commerce has its own methods and point of view. Likewise its own causation, the principle of Redfield, besides, was filled with principles battling for utterance. He talked in congress right off. Better still, he was-heard. He was a manufacturer. Money came at his back and call. Maybe he would reveal the secret. Moreover, he was precise. Once he was a bookkeeper and a cent even could unbalance his accounts. By habit and by instinct he abinated errors of fact as he saw the truth. So he took the bookkeeper he thought he needed, and saw it on the spot. Wherefore he was also respected and privately feared. The secretary of commerce investigates the organization and management of corporations. He has no authority, however, over railroads. Furthermore, he is directed to scrutinize and foster commerce. He is the business man, it might be said, at the solemn table of the president's counselors. His eye, in a way, is supposed to be on iron, steel, oil, sugar, tobacco and produce, protect or less co-operate. The detection of corporate lawbreakers, because he must know their management, is one of the duties he is required to perform. Their prosecution is the employment of the attorney general. ness to fill the position of private secretary to William J. Bryan. Secretary Bryan picked Mr. Wyell on the ground, primarily, of his personal idulity. Mr. Wyell is a Bryan devotee. Nearly 13 years ago, when Mr. Bryan was making his second campaign for the presidency, he discovered Mr. Wyell, then a student at Cornell University, the Bryan club, an organization of vast activity and limited membership. Now, Cornell is one of the most prolific of the American universities in the production of Republican graduates. The principles enunciated from the chair long held by Andrew D. White, were distinctly anti-bryan, and it occurred to the anti-imperialist leader of 1900 that a man who could develop Bryanism in the atmosphere of Ithaca, must have the real spirit. There and then he picked upon Wyell as his disciple, and such a person, with the Man of 6 he reaped his reward by being able to serve his leader in the confidential capacity of private secretary. Mr. Wvryell is still young, hardly thirty-five, but he has been in politics ever since he left college. Last fall he ran for congress, but was defeated. His new position is his first federal appointment. lighted to call "Prinzesschen," "little princess," and "Her royal and imperial father, who bows to nobody else on earth, bowed his assent. Princess Victoria Louise has chosen wei. Her bridesmaids are Princess Mary of England, King Edward's daughter; Grand Duchess Olga of Russia, the czar's daughter; Princess Yolanda of Italy, King Victor Emmanuel's daughter, and Princess Elizabeth of Roumania, daughter of Prince Ferdinand, her presumptive to the Roumanian throne. These princesses are of distinct types of loveliness. Princess Mary, who is second cousin of the bride, is fair haired, with the ruddy, healthy complexion of which so many English girls boast. Princess Mary was sixteen years old last month. Grand Duchess Olga will be eighteen years old next November; she, too, is a second cousin of Princess Victoria Louise. Grand Duchess is a pronounced brunette, who will be hair and aye Princess Elizabeth of Roumania, who is nearly twenty, is of the brilliantly clear cascadian type, and is almost as lovely as her mother, the famous Princess Marie. engineering staff which made the survey of the Nicaragua canal, and worked with him. He returned to Cuba as an engineer for a French company. At Santa Cruz he joined the revolutionary forces as a private and rose rapidly until he became general of division. His military record was brilliant; he rendered great service to the Americans at the time of the Spanish evacuation, and General Manuel de Ocampo, the province, appointed him chief of police of Havana, a position requiring at that time great tact and ability. He managed a large sugar estate until a few weeks before his inauguration. Wise Saw Refuted. Mrs. Vastlea Rich (sentimentally)—Longfellow says: "We cannot buy with gold the old associations." Vastlea Rich—Don't you believe it, my dear. When I was on politics I found that cash would purchase the ancient organization on earth—Life. Soon Done. "If you'll give Thickwit time he'll tell you all he knows." "I give him about two minutes for Many Years' Loss of Memory: A Nevada case is reported where a man wandered away from his wife and three children. For ten years he was not heard from. Passing through the state again something seemed to snapp in his head and he knew himself again. He had gone to Texas, married and another jattle family, his wife and children before his knowledge of his real life returned. He attributed his loss of memory to overwork while figuring on complicated contracts. MANY QUEER CURES AVOID THE CROWDS Quaint Remedies of English Peasants Described. Keys With Pieces of White Bone, Copper Rings, Mole's Feet, First Tooth, Flint, and Witch Cake as Charms. Almight remedies for all manner of troubles and diseases declared by peasants in many parts of England to be most efficacious were described by E. Lovett in a fascinating lecture at a meeting of the Folk Lore society in London. Charms and amulets, relics of mediaeval superstition, still exist, it appears, in many of those counties which are washed by the North sea. They are, however, gradually dying out; but they still exist they provide a splendid field for research. Mr. Lovett uses him about 20 or 30 neat little glass boxes of which contained an object about which a wonderful story could be told. Old keys are regarded as powerful charms throughout East Anglia, and although Mr. Lovett offered five shillings for an example with a piece of white bone attached, which he saw in the keyhole of a barn, so great was the belief of the country people in its power that the rustic at once refused the offer. Great reverence is also felt for stones with holes in them. Round about Theford they are hung by a metal rod, the doors as a preventive against the visits of witches or the devil. For cramp it is averted that the one satisfactory cure is the skin of an eel, while at Brandon, when one is afflicted with rheumatism, immediate recourse is had to the simple expedient of tying up a potato in a cloth and carrying it about in one's pocket. The Norfolk peasants always regard pointed flints as thunderbols. So consistent are the simple folks that they will often assure you that they picked them up red hot. They carry them in a bag, and about with them in the belief that this custom will prevent them from being struck by lightning. Around about Flamborough Head "witch cakes" are to be met with in almost cottage. These are circular shaped, with a hole in the middle and with spikes projecting on all sides. If you hang one up in your cottage and once a year burn it and replace it with another you will have good luck, we are told. At Scarborough there lives an old fisherman who is supposed to possess a special faculty for curing rheumatism. He sells the tools and supplies he has made per ring. A special feature is that on the ends of the bangle there must be wedged two small bore brass cartridge cases. The fishermen of Whitby have a special charm against drowning out of which they would never venture out of port. It is a little hammer shaped bone known as "Thor's hammer"—from the head of a sheep. In many parts toctache can apparently be cured by carrying a mole's foot, while in Sussex the same article will surely cure cramp. Two little hearts with small holes pierced in them, are worn by fishermen in the north as a cure for rheumatism. In Suffolk a girl always keeps the first tooth she loses—in some districts the milk tooth and in others the first "second tooth." When she marries and has a child she wraps the tooth in a dainty little silk bag and suspends it from the infant's neck while teething. It is said to bring instant relief. Mr. Lovett told of his difficulty in many cases of discovering what good patient endeavor before he could find what he wanted to know, so reticent are the country folks. In a discussion which followed other members told of wondrous charms and remedies. Amputed limbs are in some cases preserved so that in the next world the crippled person may not be deficient in that respect. In public houses in parts of the east and west, limbs are preserved, molested with beer and made up into one large ball. This, hung up, is a preventive against the visits of witches. Thistle heads carried in the pocket also cure toothache. Talked. In. Vain. "This, madam." said the house agent, "is the larder. You will observe that it has a brick floor and slate shelves, which keep the meat delightfully cool. The marble shabby cold mold we'll use of fish. That patient ventilator causes a constant current of fresh air to circulate round the game, so that your phantasms will never be too high for reach; and here we have hooks for joints not required for immediate use. The fact of its facing south is a great advantage, new-ailed eggs placed near the window in the morning will often turn into spring chickens during the winter. "You should spare me further details," remarked the lady, acidly. "We are strict vegetarians." Speaking of Footprints "Johnny," said the teacher, "what is meant by 'footprints in the sands of time?'" "I don't know," replied Johnny, "but I wish you'd have heard what father said about that party that stepped on our cement sidewalk before it was dry." Lost Money by Dishonesty. Some years ago, when silver had a much higher value than at present and the Mexican dollar was worth intrinsically about 95 cents, a counterfeit Mexican dollar came into the possession of the United States assayers at the Philadelphia mint. They assayed the coin and found it to be worth inexpensive. They mined from which the counterfeiters got their metal produced silver that was strong in gold. Thus the forgers lost money by making counterfeits. Danger From Pneumonia in Unsettled Weather. Great Menace in Street Care and They Should Be Shunned During the Rush Hours, and Especially While One Is Fatigued. The end of the winter, far from bringing a termination to the cause from pneumonia, in reality mars the beginning of the season when this disease becomes an extremely serious cause of increase of mortality, says the Journal of the American Medical association. This is true particularly in large cities. In recent years this increase has become more and more marked and is all the more striking because of the decrease in deaths from other infectious diseases. Pneumonia has been aptly termed the "captain of the men of death" displacing tuberculosis, which for no long occupied that "bad eminence." The most important problem before the introduction of treatment at present is the reduction of death from pneumonia. Considering the nature of the disease and the intense strain which it imposes on the heart, it is probable that the only hopeful look for any considerable reduction in pneumonia mortality is through the prevention of the disease. The prospect of a cure for it, in the popular sense of that term, has grown less as we have learned more about the disease. While pneumonia is a milder portion of the year it is not dependent on low temperature. The disease occurs at all seasons and in all climates, but is rather rare in the cold of high altitudes and is almost never known to occur within the Arctic circle. In spite of all their suffering from Arctic escapes this danger. Hence we must assume that cold acts in conjunction with some other factor in the production of the disease. Pneumonia is favored by lack of sunlight and it occurs among those who are much exposed to dust or who have to breathe the emanations from other objects (e.g., other processes affecting the air passages prepare the soil for the implantation of the germ of pneumonia. It is particularly a disease of city life and crowded living. With our present knowledge the prospects are hopeful for the control of pneumonia in the future through prevention. This is of special importance to the individual. The avoidance of pneumonia is largely a question of personal experience by the proper moment of the disease by lessening the predisposition to it. Men in middle life, particularly those above fifty, must learn in unsettled weather to avoid crowds, especially when fatigued and when they have been for a number of hours without eating. Late at night, when for any reason a meal has been missed, crowds are dangerously less lesson would be less pneumonia among the well to do classes. The principal danger comes in crowded street cars, which if possible should be avoided at rush hours. It needs to be emphasized that the danger from overcrowding is greatly enhanced by fatigue and going without food. In a word, the prevention of pneumonia is now much clearer than it was. Like all other infectious diseases, of being a more or less inevitable factor, it seems to come to be recognized as due to certain definite factors which can be greatly lessened by public and individual hygienic regulations. Cautious and Trust. A good story is being told of Mr. Gulland, M. P. the government Scottish whip. During a recent all-night sitting when everybody wanted to go home to bed, he couldn't, he passed a liberal M. P. reclining on a bench, half asleep. "Is this debate going on much longer?" the M. P. asked drowsily. It was one of those questions with which whips are forever being barded, for needless to say, no one—not evy! Mr. Asquith—could answer it with any degree of certainty. Mr. Gulland was equal to the occasion, however, for he glanced at his questioner with the most sympathetic air in the world, and answered, greetly: "I think we're getting nearer to the end of it."—Tit-Bits. The Healer A physician, at a luncheon in Prodence, told a dialect story: "A physician from the south," he began, "said he was glad that a new treatment was now better understood—that it was not locked on like the old one." "A white physclan, meeting Dr. Mose, said; "Well, Mose, where have you been?" "Been to see Clay. Mose replied. He busted a blood vessel wrestin' with Wash White." "Why, Mose, that's serious; what did you prescribe? asked the white doctor. "I fixed him up all with alum and gum arabic." Mose answered. "Am I to draw the pahts together, and the grip to stick 'em." Same Here. "Ella Wheeler Wilcox says that hundred years from now the eating of meats will be a thing of the past," Well, she is right so far as I am aware. Deadly Insult. It was an English ship with an English crew and an American passenger list. Two stewards were having a heated altercation and pouring forth anathemas upon each other's head, when as a crowning insult one said to the other, "Aw, you eats just like a passenger."—San Francisco Argonaut. Really the Whole Thing. All one woman cares in her critefam of another is that she looks well.—Manchester Union. AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS It has leaked out that a number of colored men have been investigating white slave conditions as they affect colored women in and about Chicago, and that they ran upon a number of cases involving a number of supposedly prominent white men in Illinois and other states. Some interesting revelations and startling disclosures are expected soon to be brought to light in the interest of the suppression of the traffic in women. While the investigation was started in behalf of the colored womanhood of Illinois and precipitated by the anti-marriage bills introduced into the Illinois general assembly, it is rumored that the investigations of the colored men will help the white women as well as the colored. It is said that a number of cases have been found more serious than that of Jack Johnson's and that much documentary and other evidences have been secured by the investigators which will be important in arousing the public to that moral awakening which will demand the protection of all the women of Illinois without regard to race, color, condition or nationality. At this time the colored people will be very glad to have the benefits of just such work as is reported as being carried on quietly, while their rights and liberties are being threatened at Springfield. The introduction of so many anti-intermarriage bills in Illinois, the only result of which can be the further lowering of the Negro citizen in the estimation of the general public, have angered and provoked the Illinois Negroes, as they have not been in many years. During the past six weeks two conferences were held at Springfield, composed of strong representative colored men and women from every section of the state. The principality of Montenegro is doing a plucky thing. The six great powers of Europe have demanded that the effort to take Sucurati shall cease, because the interests of the powers will be disturbed; but, though Montenegro is the smallest of the states of the Balkan alliance, her king and his cabinet have flatly refused to cease their warfare for the reason that she is fighting in the alliance for independence and freedom from the oppression of the "unspeakable Turk." She is determined to do her full part, unless she is overwhelmed by the great powers by violent force. The interests of the big powers, as we see it, can better afford some disturbance and readjustment than can the oppressed suffer longer postponement of liberty. The "interest" in all lands have demanded too much as against malienable human rights. Bravo! to Montenegro for her stand which she takes as against all big Europe, for her rights to secure and enjoy liberty. What kind of a Negro is this Montenegro anyhow? She is the right kind. The word means a region of black mountains. Mountains, mark you, not sand hills. Our African Methodist brethren are suffering just now, heavy loss of leaders. Bishop Salters has passed away in South Carolina; Bishop Turner of Georgia has been retired on account of senility and Bishop Derrick lies seriously sick at his home in Flushing, N. Y. The writer has long personally known these men, who have ranked well among the strong men of the leadership of the Negro race in America. We feel their passing from the stage as a part of the ordained tragedy of mortal life. Natural colored crash is made up into a bag which answers for a variety of purposes, since its drawstring top, when opened, discloses two pockets, one hanging somewhat below the other. In addition there are outside pockets lined with oil silk and sufficiently large to accommodate a pair of footholds or a few small pieces of soiled linen. These receptacles are crewel embroidered or decorated with an applique design in linen of a contrasting shade. The word has gone forth that the prospects are good for the ginseng crop of the present season. This crop is one for which there is no local demand whatever, but the entire product of this country, which is considerable, is sent to Hong Kong, where it is distributed over the entire Chinese kingdom. The amount exported in 1910, 94,000 pounds, was considerably less than that of the previous year which reached 160,000 pounds, and that for the year 1908 was 146,933 pounds. Uruguay imports much paper and syrup from the United States. The Parisienne is going to be perfectly happy this summer in a little toilet of five linen flax-cerise, khaki, green or violet. The perfectly cut coat is of plain linen, and is ornamental with raised cotton or soft woolen embroidery or soutaching. The skirt is short and, of one strip, of which must match the color of the coat, the other may be of white or mauve, or green, or blue, or white if you wish. The combination and idea are very work is simple. The embroidery on the coat should match the alternating colored stripe. Jesse Walker, a Frankfort (Ky.) Negro, has fallen heir to a 300-acre estate. Apparatus invented by a Paris scientist hatches chickens and protects them from all microbes until they reach a desired age. Electricity, in the form of continuous currents, has been found to drive moisture from clay, better than mechanical processes. Even a dull man has his good points. One of the finest audiences that ever assembled in Chicago was present at Orchestra hall to witness the first exhibition of the moving pictures of "A Day at Tuskegee." Both white and colored were seated in the boxes, on the main floor, in the balcony and gallery and from interviews of many present, the pictures were not only pleasing and instructive but gave a splendid idea of Tuskegee which has become the leading industrial institute of the world. Three thousand feet in three reels containing 100 scenes of vocational activities were exhibited, now making it possible for millions of American citizens to get an opportunity to see just what has been accomplished at this world famed school. Plans for the entertainment had been artistically arranged and carried out to perfection. The splendidly trained chorus opened with a selection, "Eothopa." During the changel of the reels, folklore songs were rendered to the delight of the large and appreciative audience. The pictures began by showing a life size photo of Dr. Booker T. Washington, followed by the shack in which the school was started in 1881, and continued through the evolutionary stages to the institute's growth with its increasing buildings, departments and trades to its present mammoth growth and development. The activities of the school were vividly portrayed in all its departments and phases with its scores of teachers and pupils at work in class rooms, at play and upon the drilling fields. It was indeed a wonderful exhibition of the mighty brain of a Negro, his management and achievement. Members of the race seemed greatly encouraged at the thrilling and inspiring sights and the white people took as great a part in the applause as did colored people. The pictures were educational from every viewpoint. --- The negro of Texas can best advance his own interest by developing a spirit of enterprise. Enterprise has changed Texas from a wilderness to a civilized country. It felled the trees, built the cities, banks, railroads and schools. The negro has the ability to do anything that man has done. He is well adapted to the climate; his physical makeup is well developed, full of strength and vigor. He can think keenly and quickly. What he needs is energy, initiative—a spirit of enterprise. In nearly every line of business there is a place for the man who will take it, and make good. The negro can have real estate offices if he will be truthful, honest and energetic—if he will go into it with energy, with enterprise, put life into it, make it go. But he must work out and shape his own destiny. Take the farm, for instance: If the negro farmer in Texas will put his brains into the soil and use up-to-date farming methods; if he will have his lands analyzed and see what it takes to make it produce cotton or corn, potatoes, or wheat, rice or barley; if he will send to the factory and get fertilizers and work them into the soil, he will make one acre of land yield more than four times as much as it would under the old-fashioned method. The negro should buy every foot of land he can get in Texas, become a citizen, an owner of land. It will give him self-respect. A second electric railway is to be built to connect Jacksonville and St. Augustine, Fla. It is quite certain that potatoes will not mix in the hill any more than chickens will mix in the nest, but this does not prevent a change in potatoes in the hill, not due to mixing, but to the tendency of all living things to "sport." There will be occasional ears of red corn when no red kernels are planted, and red corn can be propagated by planting these red kernels; so will there be variations in potatoes, and new varieties may be propagated by planting these sports. Ordinarily, new varieties are obtained by planting the seeds grown on the potato tops, and these seeds will mix because they are seeds—the potatoes are merely swollen places in the roots. For preparing grape fruit for the table quickly there has been invented a knife with a curved, saw-edged blade. An Illinois inventor has patented a box that unfolds and displays each piece of candy it contains. Widows oft rush in where young girls fear to tread. A device small enough to be carried in a soldier's knapsack, yet powerful enough to capsize an aerosplane high in the air, has been invented by a French scientist. Jacksonville, Fla., has equipped its city engineer with a camera to take pictures of districts where new street paving is demanded by citizens. The surest way to determine the age of a painting, according to a London chemist, is to analyze the pigments. Egypt last year exported 1,165,000 pounds of cigarettes. The first electric railroad in the canal zone is being built from Panama City to La Boca. What is said to be the largest clock in the world forms a part of an electric sign in Boston. During last year the sum of $30,000,000 was expended in New York City in the erection of office buildings alone. MAKE OLD LIKE NEW BOME SUGGESTIONS ABOUT RE- FINISHING OF OLD FURNITURE. Much to Be Done Before the Actual Work of Putting on the Enamel is Beun—Cleanliness Most When old furniture is to be enameled to give it a new lease of life there is a good deal to be done before the actual putting on of the enamel, and upon this preliminary preparation depends the success. Begin by giving each piece a thorough good scrubbing with hot water, soap, and a strong bristle brush. This scrubbing brings away any dirt and chips of paint, leaving a surface clean, but chipped where the bits of paint have come off. Then take a piece of fine sandpaper and rub the furniture all over with it, and it must be a really fine sandpaper, as a coarse piece would scratch and spill the surface. Then if your furniture is to be enameled white the next step is a coat of white paint. not enamel but just flat white paint. Put this on first with a small brush, filling in all the chipped places, and letting them dry before putting on the whole coat. This will take several hours to dry, but it must be left till quite firm. first the spots and then the coat of paint. Before opening the enamel tin shake it hard, so that the contents may be thoroughly mixed, then give the enamel a good stir with a piece of stick, pressing out any little lumps against the side of the tin and getting the whole mixture as smooth as cream. For putting on the enamel use a soft, flat brush, and work always in the same direction. Put on a thin first coat, trying to use as little as possible, and be very careful not to leave puddles or thick dabs in the corners. The first coat of enamel may take several days to dry thoroughly. When it is quite dry sandpaper it over very lightly indeed and put on another coat. This second coat is sometimes not necessary; it depends on the condition and former color of the piece of furniture to a great extent, and must be judged of by the painter herself. Closet Room In planning a house let the women of the family have something to say about the arrangement, number and size of the closets. They know, or should know, how much housekeeping is simplified when there is plenty of well-arranged closet room. Closets should, if possible, be ventilated and lighted by means of windows. In addition every closet in an electrically lighted house should have an electric light. Have the linen closet fitted with shelves provided with drop fronts; have the fronts hinged by means of chains at the sides held at just the angle to transform the fronts into additional shelf room where they are dropped. To Clean Vases. Glass flower vases are apt to become much stained in time, especially if such flowers as mignonette and forget-me-nots are left in them for a few days without changing the water. To remove the stains few methods are better than that of placing a handful of used tea leaves at the bottom of the vase with a little vinegar, and with the hand placed across the top, shaking it until the marks have disappeared. If not completely eliminated, this should be repeated, while in addition a rag wound around a stick and pushed into the crevices will effectually remove the most obstinate stains. Care of Matting. Try sewing your new matting with raffa, says a writer for the Modern Priscilla. Dampen and split each strand. This will make a fine seam that will look well on either side. When laying new matting one can prevent ridges and wrinkles if, after putting down as smooth as possible, you will wash with a pail of hot water to which a cup of salt has been added. Leave quite wet and in drying the matting will shrink into place. The salt toughens it. Wash with the grain of the matting. Never sweep matting with an uncovered broom, as it will split the fiber, but cover the broom with a soft canton flannel bag and dip in salt water to brighten it. Stewed Carrots. One quart cut carrots, one tablespoonful butter, one tablespoonful flour, one teaspoonful chopped parsley, one teaspoonful salt, one-quarter teaspoonful white pepper will be needed. Wash, scrape and cut the carrots into pieces one inch long. Put on to boil with water enough to cover, boil until tender without a cover. Drain and save the water in which they were cooked. Put the butter into saucepan, melt, add the flour, mix well, add one cup of the carrot water slowly, mix the carrots and sauce and add the salt, pepper and parsley; cook three minutes. Sand Tarts. One cup sugar, one-half cup butter mixed with sugar. In a separate dish put one egg, one-fourth cup sour cream, one-third teaspoon soda, a few drops maple syrup and a pinch of salt. Mix together, then add the sugar and butter mixture and two cups flour. Roll thin and over the top spread the beaten white of one egg, then sprinkle with sugar and chopped nuts. Pass rolling pin over lightly and cut in any shapes desired. Place in moderate oven and bake, but do not let brown. Cheese "Dreams." Perhaps some readers have never heard of "dreams." They are composed of thin slices of bread spread with cheese and placed together sandwich fashion, then browned on both sides in the chafing dish. Cherry Cocoa Tea Cakes Cream one cup sugar with one-half cup of butter, or substitute for butter one-half cup milk, two small cups of sifted flour, with two teaspoons baking powder, two tablespoons PHOTO BY T. FOURNIER "Texas" Russell is one of the few recruits of this season to "make good." Russell was picked up by Comiskey after he had shown unusual ability while playing with the Fort Worth team last fall. BASEBALL Fournier is rapidly getting to be a first-class fielding first baseman. The operation on Jake Stahl's foot is said to have been a complete success. Looks as though tall Cy Falkenberg is trying to win the flag for the Naps single-handed. Secretary Robert McRay of the Red Sox has become an ardent devotee of golf. Cooper, the young left fielder of the Baltimore club, is leading Dunn's club with the bat. Western league followers can foresee a close finish between the team this year. Mike Kelly is proving himself to a wizard as head of the Indianapolis team of the American association. Western newspapers are making most as much fuss over the Fede-league as they do over the two majors. Scotty Ingerton, who was once Kid Eiberfeld opines that Nap Lajoie hits the ball harder than anybody else that ever took a bat in hand. "Fresh" Regh, the youngster whom the Pirates sent to St. Paul, hit for 400 in his first 11 games in the American association. Bobby Byrne, the Pirate third baseman, says he will not be a poorer batsman as the result of being hit by one of Joe Wood's shoots. Manager Connie Mack has only three players on his team who are hitting 300. Eddie Collins, Ira Thomas and Struck are the three. Pete Knisely, the heavy-clouting outfielder, who goes to the Birmingham team, should break up the Southern league this summer. There are so many has been major leaguers in the Federal league, that some persons are thinking of calling it the G. A. R. league. Big Jim Vaughan is pitching winning ball for the Kansas City Blues. He would hold the Highlanders this year if he were only with them now. "The Athletics do not display the dash of last season; they must improve to win the flag," says one Washington critic, who apparently believes what he is saying. --- Danny Murphy predicts the flag for the Athletics this year. Danny fears the Senators, though, and even concedes them a possible chance to beat out his team. Ty Cobb having advised ball players not to go on the stage, it is believed theater patrons will raise a purse of $15,000 per annum if Ty can prevent these calamities. New York fans say that beating Washington these days is a grown-up man's task. They claim that the Senators play as if they knew the penant was within reach. . . . Larry Lajoie beat out a bunt the other day, which feat called for full-faced type. A Lajoie bunt? Gee, don't you know what it is, anything that stays inside the fence. St. Paul has released Pitcher Elmer Steele, who failed to come back. Steele hopes his arm will get in shape with warm weather and he will make a other try, possibly in the New York State league. Red Ames has lined up with George Wiltse to bear witness to the fact that the veteran Giant pitchers are still able to stand up and bring in a win or two. Matty, Ames and Wiltse may be making Marquard and Tesreau blush yet. Two shortstops with wonderful arms are in the field together when Bill Stump of the New Yorks and Heine Wagner of the Red Sox, are in the same game. Stump can whip the ball across with as much power as the noted Bostonian. Secretary Robert McRay of the Red Sox has become an ardent devotee of golf. Cooper, the young left fielder of the Baltimore club, is leading Dunn's club with the bat. Western league followers can fore- see a close finish between the teams this year. Mike Kelly is proving himself to be a wizard as head of the Indianaj is team of the American association. --- Western newspapers are making most as much fuss over the Fedeal league as they do over the two majors. --- Scotty Ingerton, who was once a member of the Cubs, has been sold by the Indianapolis club to the Louisville club. He is a great pinch hitter, but is too slow for a regular. Ganzel, son of Charley Ganzel, the old Detroit catcher, is Hugh Duffy's first baseman on the Portland team. Duffy says he has a club that will make the going very fast in the New England league. ```markdown ``` Bostonians now are calling little Maranville "the Rabbit." Also they are rising to proclaim that he is one of the very few men in the game who really can "place" a hit, which overcomes his inability to smash the ball quite as hard as some of his larger contemporaries. SPORTING WORLD Brown easily outpointed Wesleyan in their annual dual track meet, winning 68 to 58. Prizes won at the Olympic games at Stockholm by James Thorpe, the Carlisle Indian athlete, will be awarded to the men who finished second in the events. . . . Coach Pat O'Dea of the Leland Stanford university oarsmen, is booming a project to pull off an international college boat race on Oakland estuary in 1915. . . . Princeton won the intercollegiate gun championship with a sweeping victory over Yale and Dartmouth. The team scores were: Princeton, 407; Yale, 312; Dartmouth, 294. . . . The announcement of the proposed revival of racing on the big tracks of the Empire state has resulted in a booming of the thoroughbred markt of New York that has not been equated since 1910. . . . English 'polo hopes' have received a severe backback through the injury of walter S. Buckmaster, rated head and shoulders above any of the challenging team. Buckmaster may be unable to play at all. An intercollegiate athletic meet will be held on the iake front on July 1 and 2 in connection with the international athletic games under the auspices of the International Athletic Championships association. . . . The Naval Academy tennis men defeated Swarthmore by taking four strings of singles and two of doubles. The midshipmen repeated their peer performance against Johns Hopkins and Dickinson by winning every set. --- Many critics believe that if the Army-Navy game is scheduled at the Polo grounds or any big baseball plant, that interest in the crack gridiron attraction will lag. The spectator will be taken too far away from the play to enjoy it. GOLF DREAM THAT CAME TRUE The Drive Made by an Englishman Was Regarded as Impossible Achievement. A story of a golfer's dream that came true comes from the Rochford Hundred Golf club, near South-end-onSea. One of the members, E. Simpson, entering the club house, said he dreamed the previous evening that he had drove a ball over a sheet of water bounded by a high hedge and a wire fence, on the green and into the hole in one shot. "Of course, that is the Pond hole, the short fifth," laughed the members. "What is the betting against your dream coming true?" asked one. "I give you a hundred to one in sovereigns." "And I give a thousand pounds to ten pounds," said a sporting city marmate. Mr. Simpson could see nothing in these tempting odds except the sure loss of his money. To hole out in one comes to few golfers in a lifetime; so he made no bets. How keen is his chagrin on this score may be imagined when what followed is related. He went out to play on the crowded course. At the Pond hole tee his partner reminded him of his vision and Mr Simpson laid down his ball for an easy iron shot, the hole being a "bogey three." He said afterwards that he felt an eerie sensation, and shook at the knees. He was sure he did not keep his "eye on the ball," or rather his "mind's eye." The couple in front stood near the green awaiting eventualities. Straight for the pin came the ball. It dropped gently on the grass 20 feet away, and, with its last revolution, trickled into the hole. A wild whoop and frantic gesticulations intimated to Mr. Simpson that his dream had been fulfilled; also that he had lost a small fortune by declining the bets offered him—London Express. A Cascade of Stone A remarkable calcareous formation is to be found in Algeria about sixty miles from Constantine, the ancient Cirta. It looks like a magnificent causee with the water in violent motion pouring over a rocky cliff in turbulent and riotous confusion, and yet the cascade is motionless and silent. It is as though a great waterfall had suddenly turned to stone. Naturally the natives look upon this phenomenon with great awe. They have given it the name Hamman-Meskhtin, which means "the bath of the damned." They have a legend that the waterfall was turned to stone together with the members of an impious tribe who had incurred the wrath of Allah. At night these petrified individuals, according to the story, are restored to life and resume their normal shapes. The petrified waterfall has been produced by the calcareous deposits from hot sulphurous and ferruginous mineral springs. The springs have a temperature of 95 degrees centigrade. The deposits have, of course, been making for many centuries. The hot springs were known to the ancient Romans—Scientific American. Against the Antis Miss Inez Milholland, the suffrage leader of New York, said the other day at a luncheon: "This forcible feeding inflicted on the English suffragettes makes my blood boil. The men who can do such things—the men who on the one hand can refuse woman the vote, and on the other hand can break her nose and give her inflammation of the lungs by forcibly feeding her—well, such men are not of the highest type. They are of the brutal, hoggish type. They remind me of the sailor. "This sailor, a sneaking bigamist, sat in the forecastle, examining carefully by the light of the forecastle lantern the photographs of his eight wives. After looking these photographs over carefully the sailor laid them back in his chest, frowned and muttered fiercely: "What if they ain't all true to me!" Disposing of Competition A male student competing with 30 girls in a bread-making contest at the University of Nevada the other day won the second prize and came very near to getting the first. We do not know whether the young student in question will eventually make the manufacture of the staff of life his life's work, but the outcome of the contest convinces us anew that the modern woman, no matter whether she got her education at some university or some county district school, knows very little about the art of bread-making. The girls of today rather play tennis or study lbsen than bother their pretty heads about bread-making, knowing full well that if they ever get married they can procure better and more wholesome bread than they could over hope to produce themselves. Slighted Johnson Men who become suddenly rich should be judged leniently. They have many temptations from which the rest of us are, happily, delivered. Mr. John Johnson, a man of this class, was desirous to be known as of a literary turn of mind, and to that end proceeded to purchase a library. One of his purchases was an old dictionary, which, being somewhat out of repair, was sent to the binder's. When it was returned to the purchaser he found printed on its back the words, "Johnson's Dictionary." The slight threw him into a furious passion, and he demanded of the messenger: "Why didn't he put the full name on, John Johnson's Dictionary?" His Trouble. Church: "I see New York has six blind operators at telephone switch boards." Gotham: "I bet they are not going to tell us how many deaf ones they have." Self-Made. Son of the House (to caller)—"I wanted to see you 'cos father says you made yourself." Caller—"Yes, my lad, and I'm proud of it." Son of the House—"B-but why did you do it like that?"—Punch. ```markdown ``` SLAVERY IN SOUTH AMERICA Aborigines of the Forest Arc Bought and Sold Freely-$300 the Average Price. The Madre de Dios is a majestic waterway, some 400 yards wide at Puerto Alianza. Later on it joins another river to become the Beni; farther down again, it flows into the Marmore, and finally—more than 1,000 miles below Alianza—is merged into the mighty Amazon. On the banks of the Amazon there are large towns boasting of a so-called civilization, but in the remote reaches of the affluents and sub-affluents, and in the great forest tracts along these spacious waterways, force and nature reign supreme. Human, animal and plant life battle hard for existence. In this vast and little known region law and order are not codified; they are merely the product of self-defense, says a writer in the Wide World. If an evil doer be caught retribution is swift and terrible. And slaves—the aboriginal forest savages—are bought and sold freely. When I was in the Madre de Dios the market price of a man was $300, a woman $200, and a child $50, although for good men, used to collecting caucho (low grade wild rubber), much higher prices prevailed. One land owner I know had just bought 20 families—say 80 persons in all—for $15,000. I myself was offered 100 people by their master, who was retiring from business. He appeared quite surprised when I told him that Englishmen did not deal in human flesh. Nevertheless, it must be confessed that these slaves are not, as a rule, unhappy. Instead of wandering wild about the woods, they are brought into the rubber camps, given some clothes, a gun, and introduced to alcohol. Then they are sent out into the forest to cut down caucho trees and collect the rubber that flows from the trunks. It is true that, in some places, flogging and other ill treatment follow when the quantity of rubber picked is small, and on the other hand, increased supplies of alcohol, good guns and ammunition, and finery for the women are attendant on a good crop. Moreover, if the ill treatment be excessive—that is, more than the men think they deserve—the next morning may find the master assassinated. During my stay in the district two slave owners and their staff met their fate in this way—all were wiped out in a night. Throws Child to Wolves. Throwing his child to the wolves, a father committed a desperate act near Volchunt, Russia, some days ago. A peasant named Gruslejoff, accompanied by his wife and four-year-old child, was traveling by sleigh to Volchunt. Towards dusk, when only a few miles from the town, he suddenly came on a pack of wolves. Gruslejoff's wife, in her terror, suggested that he should appease the famished beasts by flinging them the child. This, however, the man at first refused to do, continuing to belabor his horses. At length, seeing that the wolves were gaining on the sleigh, he flung the child into the road. His sacrifice was in vain, for the wolves, discarding the living bundle, flew to the attack with renewed fury, and at length dragged the peasant from the sleigh. When the horses arrived in the town the woman was found lying unconscious in the sleigh. The child, which had not suffered the slightest injury, was found lying peacefully sleeping on the road. He Got Damages. An amusing case was heard at Castlepollard (County Westmeath) the other day. Thomas McCann claimed compensation from Mrs. Mary Brady for injury to his stock by a sow. "Your warships," said McCann. "the sow ate a goat of mine and made a great fool of me. The sow is such a terror that if any of my children were out she would eat 'em too." The magistrate: "Is she a tiger?" McCann: "Bedad, your worship, she's worse. I tried to get one of the kid's legs before she was gone altogether, but she was so smart swallowing my poor kid that I couldn't even get a bit of ner." Mrs. Brady gave evidence defending her sow. McCann: "Didn't she eat a kid's back and her stomach, her paws, and even swallowed her eyebrows? If she gave my little children she would have eaten them to their boots. Why, she would eat my house!" Mrs. Brady: "She could eat anything." McCann: "I believe that." McCann was awarded half a crown and costs. His Lack of WILL. "I used to think my husband had such a strong will," she complained "He has never seemed to me," her friend replied, "to be a man who was lacking in will power. Is he a slave to drink or tobacco or anything like that?" "Oh no. He gave up smoking three years ago, and I got him to go on the water wagon at the first of the year. He hasn't tasted any kind of liquor since." "It seems to me you ought to be proud of him. A man who can give up smoking and absolutely retrain from tasting any kind of strong drink must have a will that is extraordinary." "Perhaps it is as you say, but I have been trying for more than a year to get him to give up the habit of nodding in the affirmative when he says yee at the telephone. He just can't seem to quit it." Before Fame Game. A widely admired campaign speaker in Nebraska, who had been billed to make the principal address at a political meeting in Lincoln, was obliged at the last moment to cancel his appointment. William Jennings Bryan was chosen to fill the vacant place. Mr. Bryan, however, knowing that he was to act as substitute for an older and more popular man, was rather nervous. His apprehension was increased when the chairman announced him in the following manner: "Feller citizens: This here's the substitute for our gallant an' admired leader, unfortunately taken sick. I don't know what this gent can do; but time was short an' we had to take what we could sit." Mrs. Wilson was in Newton one day last week on business. Miss Marie Bell and Mr. Shepard from the Capital City were in our city today, the guests of Mrs. Wilmie the Battle House. Mrs. Luca Edgar, who has had appl. is for several months past, and a other bad attack Saturday night, which her many friends will be sorry to hear. trude Brodus will represent the Baptist Sunday school, which convenes at Buxton this coming week. Mr. G. O. Terrell and Miss Ger. The social which was held on the church lawn Saturday, June 7th, was not very largely attended on account of the rain and cold evening. A neat little sum was realized We understand that Mr. Matt Banks, who has been at the Capital City under one of the best physicians for the past several weeks, is expected back to our city soon. Mrs. Adlene Brooks from Buxton was in our city and spent Sunday at the parental home and visited with our friend, returning to Buxton on Monday. Wes Ethel Terrell, so we under-closed a very successful term pool at DeSoto, Mo., and has lived home to Colfax to spend vacation. Mr. C. C. Lewis from Grand Rapids, Mich., was a guest in the city the past two weeks. Mr. J. W. Holmes was a Capital City visitor Saturday, returning the same evening. Sore Nipples. Any mother who has had experience with this distressing ailment will be pleased to know that a cure may be effected by applying Chamberlain's Salve as soon as the child is done nursing. Wipe it off with a soft cloth before allowing the babe to nurse. Many trained nurses use this salve with best results. For sale by all dealers. Williams Restaurant For good meals and short orders at all hours. Barber Shop and Bath in connection G W. Williams, prop. 2215 3rd Ave ALBIA NEWS. and Mrs. Jackson of Mt. that are in Albia this week at time of Mrs. Eliza Hayes, who died on Monday afternoon at 2:30. Lawyers Geo. H. Woodson and James Spears of Buxton were in Albia a part of this week. Mrs. Geo. Hollongworth has been sick the past week. The S. B. Moore Mite Missionary society met at the home of Mrs. Lula Miller on Thursday, June 8th, for the transaction of business. The hostess, Mrs. Miller, served a delicious lunch, consisting of ice cream, strawberries and other things of the season. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Lucinda Jones on July 8th. The Sewing Circle met at the home of Mrs. Lucinda Jones on Monday afternoon. These ladies have turned out some very nice spring bonnets of 1913 pattern and are a credit to the church. Sunday, June 8th, was Children's Day at all of the churches and the A. M. E. church held their mission- and Children's Day program to- which consisted of music, ad- s, solos by the Sunday school notations from the Bible by the missionary members. The church is progressing very nicely in its dif- ferent branches and its pastor, Rev. R. B. Manly, is well pleased with his congregation and them with him. Mr. Walter Bennings is home over Sunday from Marshalltown, where he is working. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Grayson and children, Mrs. Young, Miss Viola Young, Mr. Young and a number of others from Hocking were in town to Children's Day exercises. Mr. B. T. Lewis is painting and repairing his home, making some improvements. 3tomach Troubles. Many remarkable cures of stomach troubles have been effected by Chamberlain's Tablets. One man who had spent over two thousand dollars for medicine and treatment was cured by a few boxes of these tablets. Price, 25 cents. For sale by all dealers. ROCK ISLAND ILL A very unique birthday party was given by Mrs. John Garland and Jackson at the beautiful home Mrs. Jackson of South Rock Island in honor of their mother, Mrs. Rice's fiftieth birthday. It is a pleasant surprise to the mother arrive at her daughter's home and find the members of the "In His Steps Circle" there to greet her. A most dainty luncheon was gracefully served by Mr. Frank Jackson, a son-in-law. In the center of the table was a large white birthday cake, inscribed on the top with the word "Mother" and the number "50." Mr. and Mrs. Willie Cain of Davenport were callers in Rock Island last week. Mrs. J. F. Brown while going down her cellar last week accidentally stuck a nail in her foot, but she is getting along nicely at this writing. Jonès Cafe The Old Reliable Place to get your meals PHONE RED 318 W. 3rd St 3027 Rooming House at 216-318 3rd St. DID NOT FIGHT IN THE OPEN. Louisville, Ky.-The Kentucky Anti-Saloon League has at last shown its hand. When the Webb bill was before congress, members of the league said that their only object in urging the passage of the bill was to stop the shipment of liquor consigned to persons for illegal purposes. In other words all it wanted to do was to cut out the bootlegger and the "speak-easy." It was especially emphasized at the time that the bill was not aimed at the man who wanted to purchase liquor for his own consumption. Now an active worker and prominent Kentucky member of the league has made the following statement: "It is not so much the bootlegger and the blind tiger peddler that we were after when we asked congress to pass the Webb bill. The local state authorities can always get after them, but what we want is some means of stopping shipments for personal use. What is the use of our going to the effort and expense of voting a county or a state "dry" if every man in such territory can order and get liquor shipped to him for his own use and the use of his friends and family. It is this practice which we intend to break up." Thus it will be seen that the Anti-Saloon League did not fight in the open when it urged the passage of the Webb bill. Whether the bill affects shipments for personal use depends entirely upon the law of each separate state. One prominent Anti-Saloon League man has stated, however, that a law which would affect absolute prohibition would be the death knell of the present temperance movement. And when the Kentucky Anti-Saloon League attempts to stop the private consumption of liquor it will find that it has taken upon itself a pretty hard problem. ANOTHER "PETITION" AT OSKALOOSA Oakalosa, Iowa.—Another petition of consent is being circulated in this city. As is usual, at the beginning, both sides are confident that they will win out, the wets that they will secure sufficient names and the dries that the required number will not be found on the petition. It took over a year to decide whether or not the last petition of consent was sufficient, and from the threats made by both sides it will probably be that length of time before the one now in circulation is decided. The fight is already growing strenuous, and the bitter feeling that usually follows in the wake of such petitions is becoming evident. These petitions of consent are keeping Oakalosa in a continual state of turmoil. Des Moines, Iowa.—The people who favored the Webb law with the understanding that the bill was only to affect the bootleggers and the illicit dealers are likely to become disillusioned. It seems that someone has dug up an old alleged law which requires every person who has liquor in his possession to have a certificate showing that he holds it for his own use only. Several applications have been filed with the state auditor asking for such a certificate. If the supposed law proves to be effective it will make it very disagreeable, to say the least, for a man to secure a case of beer for his own private use. A. PILE and RECTAL BOOK RENT FREE Explains the Mild Medical Treatment for all Rectal Diseases. Contains scores of testimonials from patients with whom you may correspond or go to see. My professional life has been devoted to the care of Rectal Diseases / / Rectal Diseases in Des Moines. Send for book today. DR. C. Y. CLEMENT Suite 402 Marguard Bldg. Bee Mines Ia. No more Gold Laurel men. The ameer has published an edict which applies to all parts of Afghanistan, prohibiting the import into the country of all kinds of gold lace, including embroidered kullas lungis and emboldened shoes. The ameer is evidently actuated by a desire to prevent his subjects from spending their hard earned money on showy dress. It is the poorer classes who are notoriously addicted to this extravagance which his majesty has decided to check. The gold laced coat of the Afghan is decidedly handsome, and although the ameer has acted wisely is bringing into general use clothing less costly, his majesty's orders will doubtless be received by his subjects with rather mixed feelings. Proper Bestowal of Charity. Dickens: There are not a few among the disciples of charity who require in their vocation, scarcely less excitement than the votaries of pleasure in theirs; and hence it is that diseased sympathy and compassion are every day expended on out-of-the way objects, when only too many demands upon the legitimate exercise of the same virtues in a healthy state are constantly within the sight and bearing of the most unobservant person alive. In short, charity must have its romance, as the novelist or the playwright must have his Ancient Use of Bloodhounds Although the use of bloodhounds for tracking criminals still survives, another ancient use of these dogs seems to have died out. Bloodhounds were at one time often called upon to assist an army in the field, the forces with which the earl of Essen suppressed the Irish rebellion in the time of Elizabeth, for instance, being accompanied by 800 dogs. In the Scottish clan feuds and the wars between England and Scotland bloodhounds were regularly employed in tracking fugitive warriors, and both Wallace and Bruce were hunted in this manner. Wallace is said to have baffled his pursuers by killing a follower and leaving the corpse for the hound to find, while Bruce adopted the less gruel plan of wading some distance down a stream and ascending a tree which overhangs the water. ABOUT BRYAN Claim He Misjudges His Guests and Doubts Their Self-Restraint. "THE WESTERN PURITANISM." Life:—Of course it is not at all important whether Mr. Bryan serves wine to ambassadors or not. They can always take a nip before they go to his house to dinner, and another when they get home, and that's plenty if they eat with due restraint. But Mr. Bryan's official hospitalities, like Mr. Marshall's speeches, perfectly illustrate the western Puritan attitude, that seems to say: My way is right, your way is wrong. You ought to be like me, and in so far as I can, I'll make you follow my pattern. This western Puritan conception of life is not big enough. It is cramped by inevitable limitations of experience and observation. There is not room in it for all the desirable varieties of human beings. It is not deep enough, not wide enough, not old nor liberal, nor civilized enough; but it's fairly sound, and fairly kind and strong and will come into its own, no doubt in the Lord's good time, and a good deal by way of the colleges and Europe. The west has inadequate experience of life, and it does not know it. Mr. Bryan has inadequate experience of polite life. He did what he thought was right about not offering wine to the ambassadors, and that is to be respected. But if he had been a more sophisticated man he would have realized that the ambassadors were fully competent to use discrimination about beverages, and that it was no part of his duty to restrict their choice while they were his guests. LINCOLN BECOMES A WET CITY Lincoln, Neb.—After several changes back and forth, this city has gone "wet" again. Prohibition in several forms and under the most favorable circumstances has been tried out numerous times, but after a more or less lengthy period of it the city has always returned to regulation. The reason for this is that prohibition in Lincoln has never proved to be a success. Although the home of William J. Bryan, an earnest advocate of temperance, who favored the abolition of the saloon here, each succeeding year has proved more and more the failure of the scheme. Lincoln is not what might be called a wide open town. A large majority of its citizens are law-abiding people. They believe in morality and good citizenship. Yet a law which would regulate their personal habits has in the main proved "obnoxious to them and they have resented such drastic regulations. It has also been well established that when prohibition has been substituted for regulation the illicit dealers have grown in proportion. The people here believe that regulation in the open is better than prohibition which does not prohibit. Exchange:—Lindley M. Garrison, secretary of war, has issued an order which will abolish all saloons in the Panama canal zone during the coming fiscal year if carried into effect. In a report issued by Col. Geo Goethals, commissioner of the canal zone, and a man who more than anyone else is credited with the success of this gigantic undertaking, it was stated that since the regulated saloon had been established in the zone conditions were vastly improved over what they formerly were when no saloons existed. Col. Goethals stated that drunkenness had decreased and the men were orderly and quiet. Mr. Garrison, who issued the recent order, is in Washington, while Col. Goethals, the man who says regulation is the best, is the man on the job. He lives there, gives his personal attention to that wonderful organization and has an opportunity to see the practical effect of any rule that may be made. Which is apt to know the more about it? Mrs. A. M. Pope-Turnbo Results of "Pore" Treatment "PORO COLLEGE" Largest College of its kind in the world. See Pore STREET, ST. LOUIS, 184. "PORO COLLEGE" Largest College of its kind in the world. See Pore STREET, ST. LOUIS, 184. When a telephone line is electrically charged the telephone acts as a condenser. The winding serves as one plate of the condenser, the frame of the receiver as the dielectric and the person who is holding the receiver to his ear as the other plate of the condenser. In order to prevent this condenser from discharging through the person, a German inventor provides a grounded metallic cover to the receiver, the capacity of which somewhat greater than that of a body. (Special to the Bystander.) Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Short entertained at 6 o'clock dinner Sunday in honor of Mr. McCrea, who graduates from the college of pharmacy on June 8th. Those present were Mr. McCrea, Mrs. Ella Moore, Miss Daisy Lowe, Hal Short and Robert Wheaton. Mrs. H. R. Moore entertained Mrs. McCrea at 8 o'clock breakfast Tuesday, June 10th. Those present were Mrs. McCrea, Mrs. and Mrs. Lowery of West Virginia, Mrs. James Morton and Mrs. H. D. Short. There is a saying that "rapid eating is slow suicide." If you have formed the habit of eating too rapidly you are most likely suffering from indigestion or constipation, which will result eventually in serious illness unless corrected. Digestion begins in the mouth. Food should be thoroughly masticated and insalivated. 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Anamosa Does Not Like Twenty-One Per Cent. to Control. WANT MAJORITY TO GOVERN Anamosa, Iowa.—Seventy-nine per cent of the voters of this city signed the petition to substitute the regulated saloon for the present conditions that exist here, yet under the law the request was denied. In the meantime over 6,000 empty whisky bottles have been picked up on the streets of Anamosa since the first of the year. Now there is a well defined movement to circulate a petition over the entire county in an effort to secure a petition so that saloons may be operated in the various towns. It is stated also that a good many citizens who are not partial to saloons have signified their intention of signing it, as a protest against the law which would let such a small minority govern so large a majority. When twenty-one per cent of the people of the town have absolute control of the personal habits of so large a majority there is always discord. 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