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IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. Trunk Factory Prices always reasonable and the goods the best 312 Seventh Street Send us your Mail Orders SUIT OR OVERCOAT TO-ORDER 15 NO MORE LESS THE GLASGOW 319-6TH AVENUE MONESIA XMAS PRESENTS For Everybody Your Choice Free Fancy Salad Dishes, Hand Decorated Plates, Big Story Books, Dolls, Lace Dresser Scarfs Any one given with one pound of Baking Powder. Come in for your Coffees, Teas and Baking Powder and get your Xmas Gifts. Grand Union Tea Go. 200 STORES 3,000 WAGONS Phone Walnut 1091 504 W. Walnut Bayless The Live Druggist The Live Druggist S. W. TENTH & CENTER Fancy Holiday Goods Candies, Soda and Hot Bullion Phone Walnut 4746 Picture Framing A SPECIALTY AMING ALTY foods lands Myst Holiday Goods Of All Kinds The Up-To-Date Book Shoppe H. Jesse Miller 801 LocustSt Phone Wal. 1565 Capital City State Bank Bank Building, East Fifth & Locust Des Moines, Iowa - Established 1878 Capital, fully paid..... $150,000,000 Surplus and Profits..... 35,000,000 Shareholders Liability..... 150,000,000 HENRY WAGNER, President J. A. McKINNEY, Vice President D. J. VAN LIEW, Cashier GEO. W. RICHTER, Asst. Cashier SMITH & HOWARD PIANOS SMITH & HOWARD PIANOS Our third floor store saves you $50.00 to $75.00 on your purchase SOLE AGENT FOR A. B. Chase, Behning and Ivers & Pond GOOD PIANOS $150 UP "SHOPS" 8TH & WALNUT ST. CUT RATE RATE DRU We save you money on all your drug buying John McNerne cNerney, 6TH & John McNerney, 6TH & GRAND AVE. The Boston Market Co. The Boston WHERE QUAT Meats, Poultry, Fish State agents for Cuts your butte PHONE Walnut 763 THE VALLEY N Corner Walnut WHERE QUALITY COUNTS Meats, Poultry, Fish and Delicatessen Goods State agents for Creamo Butterine Cuts your butter bill in half PHONE Walnut 763 320 Sixth Avenue THE VALLEY NATIONAL BANK Corner Walnut and 4th Streets What better Christmas family than a savings a 4 Per Cent YOU CAN SAY By bringing your LAUNDRY 407 Grand Avenue 704 Mulberry Street 306 West Ninth 541 Sixth Avenue By bringing your LAUNDRY to our Office 407 Grand Avenue 704 Mulberry Street 306 West Ninth Street 541 Sixth Avenue or 772 West Ninth Street Respectfully, Fike & Fike DES MOINES NEW and OLD BOOK DEALERS Books bought, sold and exchanged 307 Fourth St. Phone Red 1434 Patronize THE Mystic Theater Where You are Welcome 11th and Center Sts 5c Black Label 5c and 10c La Pintura 10c Phone Maple 13 Twining's Drugs are Dependable OLD RELIABLE STORE Down Town Prices Center Street Phone 294 Walnut Give Us a Chance to Please You DRUGS y, 6TH & GRAND AVE. CHRISTMAS GREETING Boston Market THERE QUALITY COUNT Poultry, Fish and Delicatess State agents for Creamo Butterine Cuts your butter bill in half Walnut 763 320 St VALLEY NATIONAL Corner Walnut and 4th Streets Combined Capital. Surplus $650,000.00 better Christmas present to yourself or than a savings account in this bank. What better Christmas present to yourself or your family than a savings account in this bank. 4 Per Cent Interest Paid YOU CAN SAVE 35 Per Cent ringing your LAUNDRY to our Office 407 Grand Avenue 704 Mulberry Street 306 West Ninth Street 541 Sixth Avenue or 772 West Ninth Street Respectfully, YOU CAN SAVE 35 Per Cent ronize THE Theater MOKE X Label 5c and Vintura 10c Maple 13 ning's Dependable ABLESTORE SMOKE Phone Maple 13 Willcox- Hawkeye of Firem Fire, Lighten Surety Bonds a Accident Insura N Market Co. QUALITY COUNTS Bread and Delicatessen Goods for Creamo Butterline better bill in half 320 Sixth Avenue NATIONAL BANK Nut and 4th Streets Total Surplus $650,000.00 is present to yourself or your account in this bank. DAVE 35 Per Cent DRY to our Office Street Ninth Street Avenue or 772 West Ninth Street Respectfully, Northwestern Laundry THE CHRIS Willcox-Howell CITY Hawkeye & Des M of Fireman's Fund Fire, Lightening, High V Surety Bonds and Accident Insurance Blount-E THE CHRISTMAS PARTY CHRISTMAS Hawkeye & Des Moines Fire Ins. Dept. of Fireman's Fund Insurance Company. All grades of de at the yards AL PHONE W PHONE WALNUT 1430 CO. S n Goods At the close of business Capital Stock Surplus ..... Other Profits Dividends Un- Deposits .... BANK your CH At the low They are the are most a grown tree trees cut f will be deli of-town cu Towa S East Des Mo TH CHRISTMAS P Howell-Hopkins CITY AGENTS & Des Moines Fire De- n's Fund Insurance Eng, High Winds, Tornadoes Phone 202 Des nt-Evans 1005 CENTER STREET grades of domestic coal on yards ALL THE TIME NE WALNUT 1 All grades of domestic coal on hand at the yards ALL THE TIME People's Savings Bank At the close of business LIABILITIES Capital Stock ..... $100,000.00 Surplus ..... 100,000.00 Other Profits ..... 54,403.05 Dividends Urpaid ..... 47.25 Deposits ..... 2,349,543.69 $2,603,993.99 OFFICERS CHAS. H. MARTIN, President; FRANK P. PLYNN, Vice President; EDW. A. SLININGER, Cashier; GEO. V. HARRITT, Asst. Cashier CHRISTMAS At the low prices for Christmas they are the least expensive item in are most appreciated by the children grown trees, much more symmetrical trees cut from the forests. Call an will be delivered at your convenience of-town customers on request. Towa Seed Co. 613-615 Locust St. East Des Moines Branch, 415 E. L. DO YOUR TRADING AT OUR CHRISTMAS TREES At the low prices for Christmas trees every family should have one. They are the least expensive item in Christmas shopping, and yet they are most appreciated by the children. We have a choice lot of nursery grown trees, much more symmetrical and sturdier than the small trees cut from the forests. Call and choose the one you want and it will be delivered at your convenience. Price list mailed free to out-of-town customers on request. Towa Seed Co. 613-615 Locust St East Des Moines Branch, 415 G. Locust Des Moines, Iowa Telephone Maple 1253 DO YOUR TRADING AT OUR MOST CONVENIENT STORE BARGAIN CENTER Oranskys Department Store 313-315 Walnut Street MAS PARTY Hopkins Company AGENTS Bines Fire Ins. Dept. Insurance Company. Bands, Tornados and Cyclones Phone Walnut 1082 202 Des Moines Life Bldg. estic cool on hand THE TIME LNUT 1430 TANDER 1913. Price R My EXPERIENCE YOUR GUIDE My GUARANTEE YOUR SAFETY We Match We Match Your Hair Switches Transformations Puffs, Bangs and Wigs PRICES ARE RIGHT Franz's 705 Locust street SUIT OR OVERCOAT TO ORDER 15 NO MORE NO LESS THE GLASGON 319-6th AVE. DES MOINESIA. AS TREES trees every family should have one. On Christmas shopping, and yet they can. We have a choice lot of nursery critical and sturdier than the small and choose the one you want and it price. Price list mailed free to out- Des Moines, Iowa Locust Telephone Maple 1253 MOST CONVENIENT STORE SUIT OR TO O NO MORE THE C 319-6th A HAIL THE YELLOW WAG Send us your Fine Linens. Send us your Shirts Rough Dry 6c Per Pound All flat pieces such as sheets, pillow slips, table cloths, nap finished FREE LOW WAGON Find us your Shirts and Collars. Per Pound table cloths, napkins, handkercheifs HAIL THE YELLOW WAGON Send us your Fine Linens. Send us your Shirts and Collars. Rough Dry 6c Per Pound All flat pieces such as sheets, pillow slips, table cloths, napkins, handkercheifs finished FREE 816 Phone Grand Ave. Wal. 173 Miller's Saundry CHRISTY'S LEATHER 819 Locust Street DES MOINES AGENTS FOR INDESTRUCTO BAGGAGE "LEATHER SUGGESTION" Pillow Covers Pass Books Manicure Sets M Wall Hangers Coin Purses Traveling Watches Art Skins Card Cases Collar Bags Music Rolls Foot Gloves Tie Racks Portfolios Watch Guards Drinking Cups Men's Wallets Money Belts Gloves Fitted Traveling Cases Ladies Fitted Hand Bags Plain and "If Its Leather we have it" Diamonds as an Investor The Investment Fature of a Diamond is Often The Savings Bank pays 4 per cent per annum on you The Farm Loan pays 5 per cent. A Chattel Loan pays about 8 per cent. For the pa- monds have perceived at the rate of 11 per cent per annu- Did you ever think of it before? We have 6,000 diamond rings, pins, charms and brooc- each. Every one sold under a positive guarantee as to MOSE LEVICH DIAMOND 220 W Merchant's Laundry We Specialize EATHER STORE At Street INDESSTRUCTO BAGGAGE BUGGESTIONS" Micricure Sets Men's Slippers Traveling Watches Table Runners Dollar Bags Leather Pennants Tie Racks Trunks Drinking Cups Suit Cases Gloves Traveling Bags Hand Bags Plain and Hand Stamped belts extensive line of Fur Caps, Fur Gloves, Fur Coats, Fur Sweaters, Etc. PHONE WAL. 2492 An Investment Diamond is Often Overlooked per annum on your Savings. Cent. For the past 15 years Dia- per cent per annum. charms and brooches on sale at $35 the guarantee as to size and quality. CH DIAMOND BROKER 220 West Walnut St We Specialize New Articles CHRISTY'S LEATHER STORE DES MOINES AGENTS FOR INDUSTRICTO BAGGAGE "LEATHER SUGGESTIONS" Pillow Covers Pass Books Manicure Sets Men's Slippers Wall Hangers Coin Purses Traveling Watches Table Runners Art Skins Card Cases Collar Bags Leather Pennants Music Rolls Foot Gloves Tie Racks Trunks Portfolios Watch Guards Drinking Cases Men's Wallets Money Belts Gloves Traveling Bags Fitted Traveling Cases Ladie's Fitted Hand Bases Plain and Hand Stamped bumps *If Its Leather we have it*¹¹ Waxed fabric inserts easy to wear. Fur Caps, Fur Glove, Fur Doats, Fur Socks, Fur Boots, Fur Sneakers, Sweaters, Etoes. Diamonds as an Investment The Investment Frature of a Diamond is Often Overlooked The Savings Bank pays 4 per cent per annum on your Savings. The Farm Loan pays 5 per cent. A Chattel Loan pays about 8 per cent. For the past 15 years Diamonds have increased at the rate of 11 per cent per annum. Did you ever think of it before? We have 6,000 diamond rings, pins, charms and brooches on sale at $35 each. Every one sold under a positive guarantee as to size and quality. A full line of Loose Leaf Ledgers, Price Books and Binders Blank Books of all Kinds Will H. Zaiser Spcialty Co. 309 4th Street Des Moines, Ia Phone Walnut 3027 ost economical right see Das Company Seventh Street Taft's For the best, most econom and servicable light see Des Moines Gas Comp 412-416 West Seventh Street For the best, most economical and servicable light see Hand Made "The kind your Daddy never smoked." "They did not make them in those days. Tin of 25 Perfectos, 5c... $1.00 The Globe-Clothiers Corner Fourth and Walnut DES MOINES IOWA ```markdown ``` state Capitol Blog Hist. Mem. "Iowa's Oldest Piano Dealer" Established 50 Years. Grand Ave. 617 EAST GRAND AVENUE Phone Maple 1447 Good work guaranteed TEL. WALNUT 202. Best Patent FARM NET FOSTERCO NT 36808 FALCON FLCUR Shannon & Mott Co. Des Moines, Iowa For good bread use most any flour, but for best bread you must have Falcon Flour Price Five Cents. Phone Wal. 173 nts. air ;s ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` TS ut IS GROWING BETTER Each Christmas Sees Nearer Ap- proach to Ideal. Humanity Affected by Teachings of Him Whose Birth Is Celebrated— @pleit of Helpfulness Prevalle ‘Manuals ‘ACH year brings the world nearer to the Ideal of the Princo of Puace, the idea! y of universal brotherbood. ‘ Ware may occur. from time to time and nations k continue to arm them selves, but steadily the thought derelops in. the minds of mea throughout the rango of civilization that fgbt tng is a wasteful, senseless, tncom lusive method of adjusting ditter fences, and that rightcousnoss and fustico can be maintained by other means ‘Over nineteen hundred yeara have passed since Christ was born, bring {ng the message of peace on earth fand good will to mex. Beforo his time ‘the world knew no such doc: trine. There was the law of might, and might prevailed. There were rights, but rights were dependent up- fon the etrength of arme and often suf fered. The strong arm governed. In the affairs of men. The doctrine that Christ preached was one of enlighten gent, an appeal to the reason, ad- Greased to the higher self of man. | These who are discouraged by the becasional outbreaks of strife between tone should take comfort inthe yght that there ia a steadily tn- sing sentiment for pacific adjust ta, that the essential spirit of istianity ts at work throughout fihe world to. bring men Into more able relations, and that in the foternational as ell ao the private eonditions of life the doctrines that FREE et pewoted an den cston jundred years ago are becoming fteadily more dominant. Christmas day naturally causes a jection upon the state of humanity Bs affected by the teachings of him hose birth is celebrated. Men are fnquestionably kinder and more Houghtful toward one another now {han ever before. There is more ‘charity in the world, and more jus- jee, and more earnest disposition to ing humanity up to a higher level. ere in more widespread. education ‘@ result of this spirit of helpful eat, and there is lesa suffering. fen are devoting themselves and ir lives to the study of the needs the leas fortunate and to the oration of thelr condition, In lands practleal Christianity 1s orking to the end terally of bring: peace on earth and good will to ‘The observances of Christmas are ‘tokens of the essential apirit of ‘ay, which ts more than the mere venty-tour hours of this particular jendar time, and extends through- t the year. No matter how elabor or costly the gifts that are ex- wed, how deautiful and mpres ive the services in the churches, Ww extensive the decorations, Christ: {sno more sincerely commemo- -d than by him who on this day ees to remember what it means, o pays tribute ia his soul to the Hous example of Christ's life and Ives to conduct his own as nearly ‘possible in imitation of it. It is 1¢ personal Christmas celebration ft counts, the Individual effort to ply to everyday life that whlch un- erlies the occasion, that whlch began Bethlehem over nineteen centuries (CHES LESSON OF LOVE hhriatmas the Season of All Others ‘Where Ite Beauties May Be Learned Anew. TPIT OVE Is the keynote of the Bee Ai ‘Christmas season. The FNAL retent mystery ot ito ta I love. Who has not sought L to sound its unspeakable Age depths? Who has not felt DES, its all-compelling power? (BERT) Wno has not surrendered | Romances are built about it Wars vo been fought for It and religions upon It. Love fs the dream of the poet, the yuszle of the philosopher, the theme pt the novelist and the song of the strel. Love links all the human race. Its of victory 1s heard in the royal and In the peasant's cottage. [he song of love is on the lips of the proudest queen and of her humblest ect. [Pitts cio stimutus of parental altec Hon in (he home and of patriotism in naticn. Brave men die for it and ble women perish that they may its sweet Incenso with them to grave, ‘How sweet and tender fs this splen- (4 attribute of mankind! In its smll- 1% presence, anger, bitterness and fo melt away, How much more the world to hope for from love from envy, malice and hatred! Jp this period of world-wide dis ft, of resentment against econo: conditions, of protest against eu: ty, human and divine, and wide deftance of law, can we not aside at this Christmas season ‘8 moment and learn anew the les of love? ‘When we shall have learned that mn, we shall also know the better fuller meaning of obedience, con- tment and peace. Py en the Yulslog burns upon the hearth, ‘with carol, chime and Christmas . cheat, {Ae should kindle in each soul ‘Go gladden all the coming year. —Loulsa M. Alcott. Safe and Safe. "The movement which proposes to 3¢ to children the giving of sifta would, at least, bave merlt of dolng away with « lot of | hypocrisy, ae Ones Followed Year After Year in Many Homes, Big Wicker Basket Which Receives Presents of Viitore Opened With Fitting Ceremony—One Estab- Wehéd by Little Girt. In many homes the same customs are followed year after yoar at Christ mas. Thus in one home, whore there ‘are always visitors for tho holidays ‘an enormous aguare wicker hamper, ‘which has done service {0 the same ‘capacity for twenty years, Is brought ‘from the storeroom and piaced tn the [foucral ball. Festive: holly, wreaths ‘are tied to the bandles and to the top with big red bows, giving it a declded- Ty hollday appearance. As gifts ar rive they go at once into the hamper. On Christmas morning, after break fant, the father of the family opens the hamper and with ftting ceremony and bumorous remarks distributes the sift ‘A largo bag resembling a mall pouch and made of brown and tan denim with “U.S. Mail” marked in ‘large. black letters on ft hangs each Christmas season near the fireplace in the large living room of another ‘house. Into this are slipped family ‘presents and those sent by outsiders. ‘The leather strap which fastens the bag fs regarded as sacred and n0 one ‘would think of tampering with Santa ‘Claus's property till Christinas morn ing. ‘A huge red Christmas stocking, large enough to hold all the family sits, makes Ite annual appearance tn & western home. Tt is constructed of 4 frm bright red cotton cloth and barrel hoop encircles the top, holding Atopen, It ie suspended by wide red ribbons from the second floor stairs landing and before Christmas boxes and packages of all sizes and Kinds are dropped In from above. On Christmas morning the family gathers beneath this well filed receptacle, which fs lowered and dragged by the Hdbons Into tho center of the living Foom, where the contents are distrib- uted. ‘Several years ago, the young daugh- ter of another family established a ttle custom which is stll carried out each Christmas ove. On largo red placards, bung with red ribbons, she writes with phosphorus the names of the diferent members of the family. ‘These she places about the room. ‘The mother’s card hangs over tho plano, on which her gifts are to be Iai. Over the Mbrary tablo Is. sus- pended the father’s card designating his allotted space. ‘The deep window feat, the davenport, etc, are other places assigned to other members of the family, Late Christmas eve all the lights, except dim flcker In the hall, are extinguished, the armfuls of presents are brought down and by means of the bright signs the gifts fare put in their proper places. For the past ten years, a miniature neigh, drawn by ix papler macho relndeera has appeared on tho Christ- mas breakfast table of a New Eng- land family. Surrounding jolly ttle ‘St. Nick, who, seated in the sleigh, hoids the red lines, are piled the choice gifts, those that fit into emall packages, such as jewelry and money. The boxes are opened before break- fast {s served and the Christmas treo festivities come later In the morning. ‘A pretty custom observed by se¥- eral musical families is for the entire houscholé to come downstairs toxeth- er early in the morning singing Christmas carols. Tn some homes the celebration be- ins on Christmas eve. At a country Place near New York the custom is to have a small treo hung with joke gifts in the center of the dining room table, Piled about the tree Is tho cok lection of substantial worth while re- membrances. After the Intter have been distributed, the family and house ‘guesta adjourn to the main room, which is hung with garlands of holly’ and mistletoe. ‘Then tho Yale tog Is brought fn and laid on the and- trons of tho big Areplace. The lights from the blaze and from numerous candles furaish the only fMlumination. While the gifts are taken from the minature tree and the attached sen- timenta read, steaming punch {s terved and tho health of Santa Claus ts drank. ONE THING LACKING. RpQUSSSoonass i asly OXF 6 os i aan: j NM! Lae ex hy Sen 1s om y 7 2 q PA H Wie” f) Bug mf 0 K y W p % ooooaosoononooay “On, Kitty! it we only bad a piece of candy to put on it, wouldn't 1t’be fst lovely! A YEAR OF PLENTY. ‘Phe Chritman trees od ine Brese: acanay tran them Boye ARE Iolke declare: they ely. bear ihe Heaviest of crepe * Siieiphta Bulletin. ‘Booryediire:: Brerywhere, everywhere, Christmas tonight— Christmas in lands of tho fir tree and pine, Christmas in lands of the palm trees and vino, Christmas where snow peaks stand solemn and white, Christmas where cornfields. ie ‘and bright— Everywhere, everywhere, Chris tonight. © —Phillips Brooks, i Sie G and | é Pe - aa ef ‘ Ci iS ey 7 j ww \tl. Ke. ff S. Se stn 7 r relict ; ioke fustin FA % the prow tamed his back on freedom and gazed loging Iy at tho. gravstono “pestontary which seemed to be slipping away from bis and. growing nmaler en Covir ar data Tent tho enenae Sent of porapectiv fois lonelinos or Melcahyataed "by" ber war ory lonely Indeed. Every mo Sone that tho wat widend betwee Bim ‘and the prison it eaened” th finance trom the ity abd. Srnutas ore tho man know that he eps, biting with antogonten fold and strange tod: bony with Feliu ounson ould bo enon hit ted i aod hin'hoart with a same ten dren at flr a, bo bad only baa to blame tor tis tury" "Good be Sivtor" that wae th thing that ba tavned im love from a confortab Tome, three square mecla' Gay, aa ib companions of the query ic'ho had oly trabngronecd fo laws, broken staple ral or two, a fick have boon, well Ho ih fave caien Christina aioner wi Tony th Syke, Boilon, ac an th wile “appy sfow who Bad contrive Ditpend anster Chrisman in th “pen” through trifling indiscretions <Sarmitied in defiance of te teopes Theao redesions were interrupted by the sharp teeth of the wind snap- ping at bis legs through the thin EToers and th tneadbare coat Tho ativered en ho boat docked, and thon tor slong brouth an bo alk ty th gannianh and et inten a meaom siraiog ‘aroro D oar wan ony tee to go anrmbore bat’ thoes people "h that” home tog tor each ha soparato“neniten that 'there thor ‘wore warmth an {oed‘and human hinge 0 ilk to Tie abet hs ren for an Inman a0 staiod bravely tp tho bly rret ty fed'to Fine avebao. Then sugeeN tvsage thing happened. He for Le" anh Br wreteted_ home Eickoon, AL arate sous’ reali Sest"tn intuenco wan, then he rc ented tne sothing and thiatiepi tae ell of ops tat poured ove Min tes hot breath from tho Ore try on the nxt strect Thin prompt Tout which wan fonmedatly fo lowed bys sary movement Sfalcaky minded hs of tbo fade avosdlay bil be bd fait pocket tio tnt bounty" af tho good om tcroe the iver, He pulled out en Woted at itrprereated two wooks anda bal ot fy that in bo caleistet ta Gaon wan Soktng for 8 fb outa prove food and sbetr tor him Whe wodee anda oboe ha thought ended ith lok toward th fiver and again bo sum the "pen! ta anatherthoght ocurred ti at ho dst anything to, could go back to tho "pen" be bom tae lm in Nov ho sou Gor thts io aquared hls raate Shoulders an If uvtag to rit sper tote though, for there was rem A ae eee ee. sinalt ue Mistletoe in America, Mistletoe becomes scarcer and more expensive In the United States each year, although {t flourishes to such an ‘extent in Franco that the government at one time gave ordors to have every particle of it destroyed. ‘This raised ‘such a protest among the French flor {ste that the order was not carried out. It fourisues in rampant luxuriance ‘along the road between Paria aud Fon- ta{nbleau, and in one place for a mile or two the great poplars have fairly had their lives squeezed out by the {OWA STATE BYSTANDER and a desperate struggle to keep his feet on the globe had frayed its edges, No, he determined to go back there honorably, ag he had left. He might get a Job shoveling snow—but alas! {t Was ono of those cheerless Christ: ‘mases, and nature had not even sup- plied the people out of work with snow to shovel. ‘Muleaby had worked all his fe. He was fifty now, and, as he unrolled the long catalogue of calamity which other people might have called his career, he found that the only year of his life that had been a happy one was bis last in jail. ‘These thoughts and the haunting smell of hops brought Mulcahy to Fouth avenue and a saloon. It was twelve o'clock, and corned beet and cabbage-leat being slated for lunch on ‘a blackboard under a Satyrish-look- Ing bock and a life-sized “schooner,” determined the man, and he stepped inside, ‘Tho story will move much more rapidly If we do not follow Mulcahy and wait for him to eat his corned beet and philander with a spirit moro of bis ilk than any he bas met for tho last year, a spirit that seemed al- ‘most fabulous when dreamed of in the “pen”—to-wit, the bartender. But look where Mulcahy emerges half an hour later, the inner man lulled by the succulent cabbage and beef, but a melancholy gnawing at the outer man, whose clothes are slight protection’ againat tho increasing wind, ‘As the day drow her portals slowly together he fell to trembling again. How. was he going to face the night? All alone in ono of those ten-cent beds which promise so much to a eo WT dL. Li Poses, Ae i] oe. Ml EX IS a Wis Bot Ny) = he eae NNN a i : y , | EW, weary body that soon discovers the Ceg-shell substance of the promise? THe shuddered and burried down a sido” street of Amerlean-basomont houses, with thelr dainty Boston ferns fand yews, pretty windows with costly cartaine that sealed happy homes from the profane eyes of the publlc. ‘And thie ‘atmosphere. gavo Mulcahy topo. ‘The Ingpiration bora of des Bair took root Ho intended to abandon all thoughts ot getting work until warm weather. Tt was worse than Bopoless to think he ‘could get work now—why, the weather, bis age, all wero agalost It He would go back to the “pen” If ho had literally to "steal" his way back. The thing to do now was to conjure Up some reasonable. offense, some ‘ining tranagrension that. would open ‘tho tron gates of the prison, 08 alt seat of entrance as It was of exit, and tide him over the wlater months. "Shut what could he do? Not a single branches of this green parasite cling Ing to them, “Thin part of the road ts known as Lovers’ Delight, from the fact that the traveler ia always “under the mistletoe.” ‘The English spectes of the plant is perhaps the most beau- Uta, Dut the genuine articles ta rarely seen In this country. Tho American Supply comes from the southern atates fand abounds in large quantities in the ‘Dismal swamp of Virginia, Its branches [are more symmetrical than the import- ed variety, but the berries are smaller Gad asa Ceanaoatiat? [aareaia as — a ly ae r ele Coa Pole i a Se ire Pe | mk, Hy Ly iz raeeey rt ¥ Sy Nae ne a «Sc he Sie ae -— ie Ae Z (ami os, E i ey (pu Pos ie 4 ee ee ee misdemeanor suggested itself to his ‘overwrought brain. If he could only steal something long enough to get arrested and sent to the Island! But how? When, and above all where? | Broadway ‘and Thirty-third street with Its triangle of shops, answered ‘that question. It was very late, but he know that a week before Christ mas the shops would be open until late. In the hope that his clothes would contribute thelr help toward arousing the suspicions of the store detectives, he quickened his steps feverishly, Inside the shop was warm, brilllant, ‘and jammed with people. ‘The incom- Ing and outgoing crowds jostled and pushed Mulcahy as if he were a rub berwasher between the bub of a wheel and tho linch-pin. Presently he found himself at the notion counter, swept there by the tide of customers. Ho wondered at the confidence of the storekeepers who took no trouble to protect their wares set forth In little compartments. Now he was backed into a lttle case of tooth-brishes. He felt his fn- gers close on something; mechanical ly he placed the thing in his pocket, ‘and then let himself drift along with the crowd, ‘He had stolen something! Was it a cake of soap—perhaps; but with a sickening sensation of impotence he remembered that one cake of soap might not unlock the fron gate of tho “pen.” Mulcahy sighed. Now he was in tho Jewelry department. It yielded vast possibilities as far as valaubles ‘were concerned, but these were care- fully protected by glass cases. True, there were some Iittle trays of gold- filled pine and bracelets scarcely worth the effort of attalnment. And yet a handful of theso trifles, flagrant- ly abstracted, might attract the at- tention of a detective, Perhaps there were no detectives, after all. This thought smote to him in the act of reaching out a trembling hand toward a delicate gold-filled dangle. Then ho paused, and in that ‘moment of hesitation he felt a twitch at bis coat, and, turning to face what ho felt must be authority olther in plain or blue clothes, he perceived at his side a very pretty little girl. ‘She was well dressed; and after the first shock he felt on looking into her clear blue eyes, Mulcahy saw a beautiful locket and chain clasped around her neck. In the mean time she has possessed herself of his coat-pocket aa if it were his hand, and clung to bim as she asked: “Have you seen my mama?” Her vole was smothered by the crowd that prossed around her, and Muleahy had to lift her up in his arms to make bimselt heard. “No,” he replied, his taco close to her pretty neck and ear. “Shall we go and look for her?” he added, touched by the sudden moisture that blurred her eyes, ‘As he spoke ho carried her to the revolving-door. Once out in the street, sho told him that sho had been shop- ping with her mother and had got lost, Sho lived, sho sald on Fittieth street, between Madison and Fifth avenue. She didn't know the number, Dut thero were green trees at the door, and it was a white house, ‘You musn't think that this esca- pade diverted Mulcahy from bis origl- al scheme. Only he wanted to be of uso to the child, and ho also saw a much better way of obtaining hie ar rest and entrance to prison, Tho locket and chain he know would serve his purpose, for he in- tended stealing them as soon as he had found her home, There were four dollars and ninety conte left from the “pen's" munifieence, but he spent enough of it in a candy-store to have provided for himself for two days, Over a congenial glass of {cd cream soda the little girl gave him her name Violet Van Twiller. ‘The telephone book iid tho rest in the matter of lo- cating tho Van Twiller mansion, whither Violet was escorted by her ae wee Christmas-Tide, “The twelvo days of Christmas,” ‘embracing the period between Christ- mas eve, December 24, and Epiphany, of Twelfth Night, January 6, 18 un- known as Christmastide, Great ns the feast of Christmas {e, nothing can be definitely traced as to its origin, nobody knows who first celebrated ft, or when or where, or how. We find that various communities of Christ tans Kept tho day on difterent dates ‘until about the middie of the fourth century, when Pope Julius established Afterward, when Mulcahy left her standing at the door of her hom: waving at bim and smiling in her sweet, frank way, he wondered how he had found it in his heart to steal the necklace; but there it was tt this hand, atill warm from contact with her throat, ‘Then ho darted away from the street, and, clasping the locket tightly, flew to the first police station and gavo bimselt up. ‘Tho judgo did not conceal his dis gust when he learned that Mulcahy had robbed a child; and when he uttered sternly, "Six months on the {sland for im,” ho marveled at the brutality of a man who could smile at the sentence. 1. Meantime, Violet’ Van Twiller had been received with tho tears and re Joleings of a hysterical and loving tam fly and diligently interrogated con. cerning the events of tho evening. ‘Over and over again she repeated the story of the “kind, ragged gentle. man” who ha¢ bought her candy and soda and had found her home for her Later, Mr, Van Twiller discovered that Violet had mysteriously lost her locket; but, though he suspected her J tes ' i ‘ strange friend, he was so grateful to tho "ragged gentleman’ tht the nex day he advertised in all the paper that he wished to reward the perso who had restored hie daughter to her fama. But Maleaby never learned of this golden apportualty whlch might bave sien him s now wart in ite, though Ke gave the oMeer who accompanied ‘him to the island the name and ad- dress ‘of the iltle owner of tho neck Ince, and ft was sont fo her ‘The next day saw Mleaby_sately aboard the Fidelity aod headed for tho wee ‘At the ond of the week: he was lt ting: atthe ‘ristmas dinner” whieh had seemed a fantom on that dread ful day he wan set at Ibert. Between mouthfuls of fat turkey snd cranberry sauce he. boasted to Sorry the Spike, Hank, and Botles of how bo had hoodwinked fuatie, ‘When he reported for work, a fom days later, the Keeper who presided Jover tho men engaged "in breaking Stone remarked casually to 8 fellow keeper: “"Dseo Mushy te back on the fb.” “Yen the other replied; "ho. was nvoratea eek ago, and’ now hi back again. tll 90u this place fs tineh for those fellows, ‘Theyre de tng lito on the instalment plan you duinped the whole eaboodlo Int the wast river and told them to ew to New York, they'd all tira ike a ot of ris and squeak {0 come back the "en ase the festival at Rome, on December 26. ‘Tho holdays of the year aro the red Totter days of its calendar. Among them all, Christmas 1s unique, inae much as’ St brings universal joy and good will. Tet the nations, theratore, Fejoice and be glad in tho gitt of the world’s greatest llfe—Jonnle Day Haines, Egyptians, Romans and Grooks of antiquity were famillar with tho usé of wigs which wero made of natura! hats, sey ee, J Allison, ee eA] = / ea ae ert) mit tar! cae ta Eomeie SSE ht belo QUOTE eed 00" vit “Allen, Selle. Allison, when ber ‘husband had gong Upstairs ater tossing package poo the library table, “1 wonder ‘what this is?” She did not per mit her curlosty to remain long um satistted, “For gooduesy sake," she ejeeg ated to berelt, With the package ae dea aa ‘hasn't gone and bought a whole year's supply of neckties! And 1 wea yosg to got him neckties “for Chritnat ‘That's fust tho man of It. | dor'tsce why be couldn't have waited’ ine, while, “Let me see. 1 suppose til hee to get him a fob or somethin that, now." i It was on the following evening tat Frederick Allison suddenly. turret, hls wile, aiter dinner, saying “Oh, Jullet, 1 want to show sou a fob that I bought for mssvit today ite just the thing {'ve been wauting org long time." ullet’s enthusiasm over it as mued forced, as her husband misit cit have seen, and perhaps did se. ‘Alte they had dropped the subject she toy pened to glance at hls searipin and new Joy sprang up within tr, She would get him a acartpin for Cori mas, for his old one was rather ot ot style and never had been an expensive one, anyway. “By the way, dear," sald Allison the next evening, “I bought something day that Td like to ave you look at” Of course, it was a seartpin. Julet mew It would be the moment she sae the tissue paper package which by fished out of his vest pocket. She pre tended, with a brave heart, to tak was very pretty, but she fancied tat the could have made a better selttog It he had only permitted her to have the ehance, ““Oh, well” she replted, as she wat letting down her hair that night * can get him a smoking jacket. ‘On the following afternoon one ot Sellum, Chargit & Co's delivery ag ous was stopped In front of the alison residence, and Juliet, looking out at the boy, who, with « good-stzed par eel was’ coming toward her, sald, dressing nobody in particular: “allison?” asked the boy with the package, "Yes," ‘Well, of all thinge!” she exclaimed, after opening the bundte. "A smoking facket!” ‘At the oflce Allison had told the boys of the splendid plan he hat bt upon for the purpose’ of keéplng bis wife trom buying impossible things fa the shape of Chrlatmas preseats for hhim, and i was with great saletaction that he reported day after day how be wae progressing, Christmas was only a week amay and Juliet lay awake a long tio» that night trying to think what preeat she could get for her husband, There were the now books, but he had i Tormed her that he didnt want books, ‘They had all the standard works inthe library, and he never read any" of the ‘Genk wee ik ‘came to her, Some where sho had seen a metal box in which elgars could be kept fresh and moist, She would get a box of that kind for Frederick, dear old fellow. It_happen- ed, however, that Frederick came home the next eve. ning with a metal elgar box and enough cigars, as “SH Ns Gi (/ CON 1 ve ? vey, formed her, to last bim al) We ‘Then tt wan that the ron extred JY Tle Alllaon's soul. ‘She decided tat up the fdon of making her busbacd # Chrletmas. present. that woul, be 1 ny mine elatintive. sho would et ty eet hina pair of gloves and 2 haps a few handkerchtots, Hardly bad tho adopted this resolution, hover Bofors ho turned to her asing: wT happened to be in Withersoot® this afternoon to get some shirts, «x4 Tehought Tight an well ay In 8 50 fly oftglovee, bandkerchlete and se penders. They'll probably be sent oat tomorrow." mo glad" replied Juliet, "Tot ect glover and handkerchief, tO TouraesT dont. know #0 such sat four suspenders, and 1 suppoes 7! ought athe hale-hone youll" "Fee, Tforgot to mention that. 1% a dozen pai” Xnd you havo all che cut butst ang: Huge and such thlogs that 6 need, haven't your” “SBaough to Tast mo a ifeie” ‘Shoe went back to her chair and at for long time guzing at tho fast! which flickered around tho gas lof Te taily paper was iyng onthe wile at her elbow, and her glance at length thupon some large, back ete that? presently resolved. tmtelt Tart opdns Then whe read ths adres tisement: PUREE Arran imonags | TUNERS ATER on tit Ree | QUSAPENCRE Sout Your eat 1 BeCHD ERtCRS saints | : ‘GuarantesToLAR & cusriD, : LAR & CUSPID., | On Christmas morning Fredeee Allison was somewhat surprised Bee is wite handed him a small plas cease, eaying: Tere, dear, 18 a set of things that you probably didn't think of when 391 Aare buying everything you thought { might possibly want to give you {ort Present, "You don't need them yet Dut preserobably will some day, 03d f Thought It would bo nico to get there Tow. seeing that they were offered st bargain.” Ste opened the case, Tooked at (3 het of teeth it contained and sald: Sxrots go to breakfast, 1 want 2 ‘wih into something > we AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS In Alabama the negroes of various communities, realizing that old, broken down shacks are not suitable structures in which to educate their children, have set to work and built creditable schoolhouses, with their own hands. Clement Richardson, head of the English department of the Tuskegee institute, tells in the Southern Workman an interesting story of the improvements that have been wrought in this fashion. Most significant, perhaps, is the effect that this industry has had on the community. It indicates that colored people will be respected when they respect themselves, Mr. Richardson writes: "The attitude of the white people in many of these localities is both interesting and highly encouraging. The proverbial sneer of the southerner at negro education is not seen here. Some of the white people give money, some nails, some lend their mules and wagons to aid in hauling the lumber. Better than this, they actually attend many of the exercises held at the school, in instance, the principal of the white school not only attended one of the pay entertainments, but brought along many of his pupils. At another one of these entertainments several of the trustees were present at Leachapoka, while none came in, a good number of white citizens sat on the back doorsteps near the pulpit and listened attentively throughout the exercises. Probably nothing will better express the sentiment of many of the Macon county white people than a letter to the mayor of Notasulga to M. Calloway, defining the Notasulga schoolhouse. He writes: "In behalf of the good citizenship of Notasulga and vicinity I wish to express to you the appreciation we feel for the assistance you have given the colored people here in erecting the beautiful new school building which they are just completing. It is a credit to the town and I feel sure that you are in need of a building not only your race, but ours as well. No race can hope to accomplish its highest destiny without being properly trained and equipped, and I am truly glad to see your people taking such an interest in preparing their young people for the duties of citizenship. "Following the lead which Dr. Washington has set, the negro race has, in this portion of Alabama, made progress in the education and financially in the last decade, and I believe that the results of his work are just beginning to show." --- The colored people are more amenable to training and education than some are willing to concede, writes a correspondent of the Houston (Tex.) Post. Yet these same people will demand the most rigid punishment for the negro criminal, showing that they regard the negro as being morally acclaimed. The black people received excellent training. American negro slavery was really a school, a primary school of civilization for savage Africans. The old master wrought well and the negroes still bear the impress of their teaching, in that the great majority are hard working people, a lesson and habit learned in slavery. Slavery was not a vast convict camp, as some thought, where negroes were driven friendlessly to even the lightest task. Scottish fields annually produce about 250,000 tons of fuel oil. White women in all parts of the world are opening millinery shops. I want to see a large number of our bright ambitious colored women do the same thing. There are openings for starting 1,500 millinery stores. We already have over 350 drug stores, but 1,000 more could be started and would be sustained. We have already more than 60 nego banks, but 150 additional banks should be organized. In cities like Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, Washington, Memphis, New Orleans, Atlanta, Charleston, Savannah and Mobile three or four banks in each city properly organized and conducted could be supported. The land, the forests, the minerals, the streams, sun and rain from which original wealth comes draw no color line.—Booker Washington. Fbony is always soaked in water from six to 18 months as soon as cut. It comes chiefly from Mauritius and the East Indies. Exports of champagne from France average from 32,000,000 to 35,000,000 bottles annually. Although there are nearly 53,000,000 sheep in the United States, they represent less than five per cent. of the total number of domestic animals on the country's farms. In China a man cannot, by will, dispose of his land in favor of any one person, whether relative or stranger; it must be distributed among all his male children without exception. The Chinese have many uses for empty tin cans, fashioning them into various household utensils. More than $100,000,000 has been spent on the scheme to make Russia independent of American cotton imports. All efforts to enlarge the area of cultivation of cotton in the kingdom and the trans-Caplan territories in Aslatic Russia have turned out useless. Widnes, England, sells gas to its consumers at from 22 cents to 26 cents for 1,000 cubic feet. The town now wishes to spend $5,000,000 enlarging its plant, as consumption is increasing rapidly. Horace Greeley's "Go west, young man," finds a parallel in the summons of the great leader of the American negro to "Go south." In Booker T. Washington's recent letter to the Times he set forth the peculiar advantages to black men inherent in the southern field. It is a great empire, equaling Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain combined, filled with people who understand the negroes and who are anxious to have them aid in the development of the south's rich natural resources. In the cotton-grown regions, especially he says, labor has "sought the colored man, rather than his having to seek labor." One hardly ever finds a member of the once enslaved race who has not paying employment ready to his hand. He adds: "There are places for at least 700, 000 independent, self-supporting negro farmers. When I was in the far west recently nothing impressed me more than to note the large number of educated white men who were beginning life as farmers. Often they started in a little hut or 'dugout,' and suffered many privations, but they were sticking to it. These are the people who in the future make the great kings of industry." Besides the unrivaled agricultural opportunities in the great south, as excellent for the negro as the great west offered to the white pioneers, there are possibilities of manufacturing and trade such as had to be slowly developed in the west. Doctor James in the west offered registration, enumerates the thousands of openings for the establishment of groceries, shoes stores, dry goods and millinery stores, restaurants, hotels, drug stores and banks, besides the opportunities in the trades. His letter presents a spirit-sirving appeal to the young colored men of the north.—New York Times. One excellent feature of the campaign at New York is that it contemplates the diversion of $250,000 of the sum raised to Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. buildings for negroes. One Chicagoan, Julius Rosenwald, has aided this movement notably, having given $50,000 to the New York fund, specifying that his contribution be used for the buildings for the colored people. But it is not only the whites who are active in this excellent movement for the uplifting of the negro race. The negroes of New York themselves are appreciative of the enormous amount of good which these buildings and the ethical and moral efforts which will center in and about them will do for their race and they are supporting the movement enthusiastically and vigorously. Much of the contributions for the more branches has been given by negroes, testifying at once to their enthusiasm for substantial betterment of their race and the progress it has already made. This means much, for as "God helps those who help themselves," the negroes are evidently not counting upon Providence and the generosity of their white neighbors alone to improve their condition, but are giving vigorous and constant aid to the uplift movement themselves, not only by contributing of their substance to further it but by leading lives which demonstrate the worthiness of its purpose. Sydney lighthouse has the most powerful electric light on any lighthouse—130,000-candle power. The growth of the mulatto population is the most hopeful sign in relation to the problem of the colored man in this country, said Prof. Frank Boas of Columbia university, in a lecture in the University Museum at New York. The lecture was the second of a course on "American Race Problems." He said: "The greatest handicap under which the colored man works is his importation into this country, where he has a new and strange environment. The native African has a high mentality in comparison with that of many of the primitive peoples of Europe. He has developed a high degree of cultivation, also absolutely remote from the white man's influence. Professor Boa showed stereotype views of basket work, wood carving and pottery of native Africans, illustrating the high degree of art and workmanship attained by primitive tribes. Native literature, he said, compared favorably with that of Europe in its early stages. More than 600,000 men are employed in working the railways of the United Kingdom. Official German statistics show that the average yearly income of the railway maintenance workers in Baden is $260 in Wurtemberg $250 in Bavaria $230 in Saxony $335 in Prussia $210. Kindergarten in Worcester, Mass. cost on an average $3.15 a pupil for the year, elementary grades cost $54.01, high schools $68.50. The earth and rock taken out of the Panama canal would fill a tunnel 14 feet in diameter bored through the earth at the equator. In 1910 there were $9,170 negroes in Greater New York city. The num- ber today is estimated at 100,000. Letter carriers in Russia are paid from $12.50 to $17.50 a month. American egg output is valued at $1,000,000,000 a year. Milwaukee is to have a new hotel to cost $5,000,000. Hungary has almost 3,000,000 women workers. SEARCH FOR INSECT Australian Scientists Seek an American Pest. World's Search for an Insect That Will Destroy the Prickly Pear Cactus Has Brought Australians to the United States. Washington—Two scientists from Australia have arrived in America in their world's search for an insect that will prove destructive to the prickly pear cactus. They have just consulted with Dr. L. O. Howard, entomologist of the department of agriculture, and he has recommended two insects which he thinks will furnish what they have failed to find after a search through India and southern Europe. While the prickly pear cactus is considered such a devastating pest in the Antipodes that every possible measure is being taken to eradicate it, in the United States it has come to be considered a crop having a high feeding value. The plant has had a varied history in this country. Formerly it was cultivated particularly as a food for the insect that furnished the coloring matter known as cochineal. This insect was of great economic importance until there came the decadence of the cochineal industry. Then, for a time, the cactus plants were considered a valuable crop. In 1880, a cochineal was introduced, Australia, as they occupied land that could be used to advantage for valuable crops. Thus, in a few years the plant changed in character from a valuable one to a weed while all insects that destroyed it, including the producer of cochineal, came to be considered beneficial merely because they eradicated the weed. Within recent years in the United States there has been another revolution in the attitude taken by humanity toward the prickly pear. It has been recognized for many years in the southern portion of the United States that the plant furnished a food supply for cattle during drought that frequently prevented the starvation of cattle. In the experiment station in Arizona began an investigation of the feeding value of the prickly pear. It was soon found that the plant had a surprisingly high feeding value. The greatest practical difficulty in the use of the plant for forage was the spines, but it was found possible to eliminate this difficulty by singing the plants, or by running them through machines which chopped them into small pieces. Then it was discovered that the prickly pear responded readily to the heat taken up on a considerable scale and the insects that prey on the plant again assume a new role. They are now considered as pests. There are 324 species of insects which are associated with the cactus plant. These divide themselves naturally into five classes, as follows: Species injuring the plant.....92 Parasites of injurious species.....28 Scavengers.....73 Flower visitors.....40 Species only incidentally associated with the plant.....91 From this wide selection of insects Dr. Howard has chosen two which he considers particularly destructive to the prickly pear, and these he has recommended to the Australians. The first is the longicorn beetle, a hideous looking, wingless, robust, shining black insect, which attacks the cactus and does considerable injury by gnawing the edges of the newly formed joints. This injury, however, is insignificant in comparison to the stems and roots by the larvae of the beetle. The other insect which Dr. Howard recommends is cheilidea vittigera. It resembles the common squash bug and attacks the joints of the prickly pear externally. The scientists who hall from Australia are both from Brisbane, Queensland. They are Dr. T. Harvey Johnston of the biology department of the University of Queensland, and Dr. Henry Tyron, the government entomologist of Brisbane. They will leave Washington shortly for Texas, Arizona and New Mexico, where they will examine at close hand the work of the two cactus-destroying insects, and if they find them satisfactory, will consider the introduction into Australia as a beneficial insect of two plant-destroying pests of the United States. ENORMOUS TRADE IN FILMS Twenty-five thousand miles of motion-picture films, enough to stretch around the globe at the equator, will be the export record of the United States in the calendar year 1913. The United States is the world's greatest manufacturer of motion-picture films, probably three-fourths of the entire films of the world being manufactured. The world's largest quantity of films are sent out of the country, both as blank or unexposed films, and as finished films ready for use in the stereopticon. The rapid increase in this branch of the export trade of the United States resulted in the establishment by the bureau of foreign and domestic commerce, department of commerce, of a detailed record which shows the quality, measured by feet, and the value of films exported from the country; the plain films and those ready for export; the finished films, the ports through which this distribution is made. This record shows a total exportation in the nine months ended with Septem- "Glorious News" From Leipzig. In honor of the arrival of the glorious news of the defeat of Bonaparte at Leipzig, Captain Rudolph's rife with the news of the defeat of Bath, and fired three de joe. The spot they fixed upon was immediately before the house occupied by the French king and Ms. suite. The national air, "God Save the King," concluded the joyous ceremony, during which the window and made several marked obsequies to the corps, and to the IOWA STATE BYSTANDER ber of 65,500,000 feet of unexposed or plain films to be used in other parts of the world in taking motion pictures, and 23,500,000 feet of exposed or finished films ready for use in the stereopticon, making a total of 89,000,000 feet during the period. For the single month of September, the total exports of 14,500,000 feet and shaded remaining months of the year make a similar record, the total exports of the year which ends with next month would be 133,000,000 feet, or slightly more than 25,000 miles, the distance around the earth at the equator. In 1912 the first full calendar year for which figures are shown, the total length of films exported was 62,250,000 feet, or less than half the prospective total of 1913. LUMBER INDUSTRY RANKS HIGH. Final statistics of the lumber industry in the United States for 1899 are presented in detail in a bulletin soon to be issued by Director Harris of the bureau of the census department of commerce. It was prepared under the supervision of W. M. Stewart, chief statistician for manufactures. For the lumber industry as a whole for 1899 four classes of establishments are distinguished: (1) Logging camps and merchant sawmills; including sawmills operated in connection with sawmills; (2) independent planing mills; (3) wooden packing box factories; and (4) custom sawmills. The establishments in the lumber industry as a whole numbered 44,804 in 1909, had a total capital of $1,182,300,552, gave employment to an average of 757,825 persons, of whom 702,109 were earned, and paid out $387,863,055 in salaries and wages. The cost of the materials used in the industry as a whole was $682,912,458, gave employment to an average of the total value of products ($160,644,628) and the value added by manufacture; that is, the value of product less cost of materials, was $652,429,475. In addition to the above products, lumber and its more elementary products to the value of $5,667,950 were reported for 1909 by establishments engaged primarily in the manufacture of other products, chiefly furniture and refrigerators, fancy and paper boxes, and planes and organs and materials. The lumber industry, measured by value of products, was the largest in the United States in 1909, being exceeded only by slaughtering and meat products and foundry and machine shop products. RARE METALS. The production of tungsten ore in the United States during 1912 was equivalent to about 1,320 short tons carrying 60 per cent. of tungsten trioxide, valued at $602,158. The output for 1912 was larger than that for 1911, when 1,339 tons, at $407,985 were produced. The total amount of tungsten produced in the world in 1912 was 9,115 short tons. Tungsten finds considerable use in the manufacture of tungsten incandescent lamps, which have now become common even on street and railway cars, where the usage is especially severe. An account of the tungsten industry in this and foreign countries is contained in an advance chapter from "Mineral Resources," 1912, on the mining of tungsten, nickel, tantalum, titanium, tungsten, uranium, and vanadium, just issued by the United States geological survey. The uses which these metals have found in the arts and industries, their production throughout the world, and advances in methods of recovery and refining are accurately described in the chapter, a copy of which may be obtained free on application to the director of the geological survey, Washington, D. C. GLUCOSE AND STARCH. Final statistics of the manufacture of glucose and starch in the United States for 1909 are given in detail in a bulletin soon to be issued by Director Harris of the bureau of the census, department of commerce. It was prepared under the direction of M. W. Stuart, chief statistician for manufactures. Of the 118 establishments canvassed in 1909, 93.2 per cent. were engaged primarily in the manufacture of starch, but the value of products of these establishments formed only 32.5 per cent. of the total value of products reported for the combined industry. The eight establishments engaged primarily in the manufacture of glucose formed only 6.8 per cent. of the total number of establishments, but the value of their products represented 67.5 per cent. of the total value of products for the industry. The establishments in the industry as a whole in 1909 gave employment to an average of 5,827 persons, of whom 4,773 were wage earners, and paid $4,079,722 in salaries and wages. The capital invested amounted to $28,866,419. The cost of materials used in the industry as a whole in 1909 was $36,898,771, and the total value of products was $4,799,311. Made In Germany. "I hear you went to see the educated horse the other day. How did the beast make himself understood?" "Oh, it was very simple. Just as a Frenchman does. Only instead of talking with their hands they talk with their feet."—New York Evening Post. ine and Outs of It Mrs. Burke Roche, at a luncheon in Newport, summed up an automobile accident neatly. "We went out for a ride," she said, "but miles from anywhere the car broke down, and we found we were in for a walk." exulting populace, who gave him repeated hurrahs!--From the London Globe of November 6, 1813. It Might Be. "Your legal department must be very expensive." "Yes," sighed the eminent trust magnate, "it is." "Still," I suppose you have to maintain it." I don't. I don't know. Sometimes I think it would be cheaper to obey the law."-Publisher's Weekly. TO BE MADE WITHOUT EGGS They Are Not Necessary Either In Cab bags they are not necessary or Bur- prise Molassees Cab Cabbage or Salad Dressing—Melt in a double boiler one generous tablespoonful of butter. Add to it one tablespoonful of flour, one teaspoonful of sugar, one half teaspoonful of made mustard, three dashes of parilla, one quarter teaspoonful of salt, white pepper to taste. When these are well blended add slowly, instilling constantly to avoid lumps, one half pint of boiling water and three drops of Worcestershire sauce. Continue stirring until thick. Cook for six minutes. Cool in little water. Should the dressing be for cold sauce put it white not over finely shredded cabbage; if for salsads use when cold Surprise Molasses Cake—Put into a deep agate pan one-half pint of baking molasses, two generous tablespoonfuls of sweet lard, the grated rind of one orange, one quarter teaspoonful of salt and one teaspoonful of baking soda. Put these on the fire for two minutes to melt; remove; heat for two minutes; pour in one gill of boiling water, stir up and add one pint good measure of sifted flour, heat long enough to remove lumps. Grease the pan with butter, which will seem thin; bake 20 minutes in a brisk oven; take care that it does not burn. HOT COLD WEATHER DESSERT Either Apple Pudding Without Eggs or Apple Pudding With Eggs Pudding Will Be Appreciated. Apple Pudding Without Eggs: One cup of beef suet chopped quite fine, one cup of sifted flour, one-half teaspoonful of salt. Mix these ingredients with a very little water, making a stiff dough; roll out to one-fourth of an inch in thickness, heap the center with three or four apples sliced very thin, fold the edges of the dough over the apples, tie up the edge of the dough, which has been wrung out in cold water and then lightly sprinkled with flour; set in a kettle of boiling water, and let boil an hour and a quarter. Serve with cream and sugar. Steamed Chocolate Pudding: One egg, add gradually one cup of milk, sift into this two cups of flour mixed with three level teaspoonful of baking powder and one-fourth teaspoonful of salt; add one tablespoon of melted butter, two squares of malted chocolate and one well-hultered melon mold and steam for two and one-half hours. Serve with vanilla sauce. Baked Breast of Mutton. Sew up a breast of mutton in a very thin cloth, put it into a saucepan, pour over it enough cold salt water to nearly cover it, and let simmer, allowing ten minutes to each pound. Then take it out of the saucepan and pour it into a large dish, rub it over with mutton drippings, butter or savory fat, sprinkle some flour over it, and bake for one half hour in a hot oven, basting frequently with its own broth. Five minutes before taking it out of the oven strew fine dry bread crumbs thickly and then cover with water and there, and let it brown. Serve with a brown sauce made from the broth in which the meat was cooked. German Noodle Soup. Boll a nice soup bone with an onion, pepper and salt. When the meat is done remove the meat and strain the liquor and put back in kettle. Cut the meat in small pieces and add. Make your noodles while the bone is boiling. Beat two eggs with a bit of salt and cook until the eggs are soft. Cut into halves, flour your board and roll thin as for pie crust and let it dry a little; then turn over and dry the other side. Cut in strips and put the strips on top of each other and slice them. Use the other half the same, and put them into boiled salt water. Heat the meat in a pan and then the meat and liquor. Heat up and add a little nutmeg and chopped parsley. A. Chef Confides That celery roots grated and saturated in vinegar and salt make a delicious and economical rellish on cold meats. Oysters dipped in boiling butter and lemon juice are invariably much improved. Mushrooms are much improved (to the taste of some palates) by steeping them in olive oil preparatory to cooking them. The short cheese and lettuce hearts is a course by itself at well regulated dinner parties. Coleslaw. Cook one teaspoonful of flour in one tablespoonful of butter two minutes; add half a teaspoonful each of sugar, mustard and salt, a quarter teaspoonful of celery salt and a few grains of cayenne pepper; then pour into it slowly half a cupful of boiling vinegar. Stir until smooth, and one beaten egg, cook a minute longer and pour while hot over chopped cabbage. Delicious Breakfast Muffins One-third teaspoon salt and one-half teaspoon of soda dissolved in one-half cup of hot water, one tablespoon of molasses, one tablespoon of melted butter, one well-beaten egg, one cup of milk, one cup of bran meal and 1½ cups of graham meal. Bake in gem oven for 25 minutes. This will make plush. Mushroom Sandwiches Cut the mushrooms into small pieces and cook in butter until tender. Season with salt and paprika, and add enough to make a suitable consistency for spreading. Add a little lemon juice and the least grating of nutmeg, and spread on thin slices of bread. Muffins. Beat to cream two tablespoonfuls of butter and two of sugar, add two well beaten eggs, one cupful of milk, one scant quart of flour, two teaspoonfuls of baking powder and a pinch of salt; beat batter with egg whisk and into hot, well greased muffin pans. Bake in quick oven. AS JOHN PURROY MITCHEL'S MOTHER SEES HIM CARNEGIE IS 78. SPENDS A OUIET BIRTHDAY CARNEGIE IS 78. SPENDS A OUIET BIRTHDAY HIS STEAK TASTED LIKE WASHED MONEY SHOWS UP ABSURDITY OF A FOOLISH QUESTION --- The mother of Mayor Mitchel of New York city is an unfamiliar figure in public life. She has kept in the background. She did not desire a marriage with her son. She dreamed of being a great lawyer and jurist, but when he accepted public office she prayed for his evement of good. JOHN W. HARRIS Mary Purroy Mitchel is a woman of broad sympathies and practical common sense. Simplicity is the keynote of her life. One feels this from the moment of crossing the threshold of her home on Washington Heights, where the mayor spent most of his boyhood. To meet Mrs. Mitchel under her own roof-tree, garbed as is her wont in black of almost nun-like severity, with only a bit of lace at her throat and her soft gray hair coiled simply on the crown of a finely shaped head, is to see Whistler's favorite type of womanhood off the canvas. But her physical charm is the least remarkable thing about the mayor's mother. She is an intellectual woman and notably a student of Irish literature and art. Affection for her husband's race is deep in her. She knows, too, and thinks about the social and economic problems of this country. One afternoon shortly following a big mass meeting during the recent campaign, Mrs. Mitchel was discussing in her home, in West One Hundred and Sixty-second street, the problem of rearing children, when she was asked for her "recipe" for making a baby doll. The quality of the amusement quality was the beginning of her answer. "That's a secret," she went on after a pause, "but I will reveal it, and when I do you may think it only a random paradox. Raise your boy for something else and then maybe he will turn out a mayor—a good mayor, as I pray God. I planned for my son to be a lawyer—a great jurist."—Mrs. Mitchel's dark eyes sparkled and slowly she repeated. Andrew Carnegie, capitalist, philanthropist, author and philosopher, on November 25 passed another milestone — the seven tyrannies, on his journey through life. He observed the day quietly in his New York home with his wife and daughter. He is in good health, as well as he has felt in years, as he discovered the nineteen our friends who called during the day to offer congratulations. November 25 passed another milestone as a city-length, on his journey through life. He observed the day quietly in his New York home with his wife and daughter. He is in good health, as well as he has followed as he declared to the numerous friends who called during the day to offer congratulations. Although it is now many years since he retired from active business, Mr. Carnegie says has not yet reached the point he can afford to sit by the fireside and take life easy. There are few bucker men in New York than the former Not that Representative Robert F. Broussard of Louisiana is ficky about his food; far be it from anything of the sort. Mr. Broussard likes all food, some more than others, but it is good, it good, and the subject to him is ever interesting. PETER M. BURGESS Good matured always, it is not for him to complain. No man in public life has more reason to be contented with his lot. He is rounding out his eighth term in the house and has nicely buttoned up a six-year term in the senate following Secretary of War Garrison is one of the quickest men on record in show- on record in showing up the absurdity of a foolish question. Recently a group of newspaper men were questioning him, and the interrogations were falling like bomb-shells. The secretary is it patiently for a while. Then one of the newspaper men asked: "What is going to be your policy in the Philippines, Mr. Secretary?" PETER H. HARRIS "What do you mean?" asked the secretary of war. "Your policy," repeated the news. Top Hat for Cecil Rhodes' Statue. Among the stories in a book which the duchess of Aosta is publishing is one relating to the celebrated statue of Cecil Rhodes, which stands in the main square of Bulawayo. The empire builder is figured in a compulsion of the achievement, with head bared. The whole district had been obviously plagued by drought for over a twelfth month when the natives got up a great agitation and marched in enormous numbers to the square, and thronging around the "I great jurist. But I never so much as dreamed of his being the mayor of New York. "From my son's earliest years I endeavored to instil in him a respect for other people's property, other people's property, and other people's faiths. I might say those precepts compose my personal doctrine of American citizenship." Mrs. Mitchell's eyes are kind eyes, but they flashed as she pronounced this creed and an expression of austerity set her mouth and chin. One felt that she would know how to drive it home. When John was a boy," she continued, "he loved all the outdoor boy games. He loved the country, the open, the mountains. He was a boy. But, for instance, he had to understand and did understand that he could not go on other people's property to play unless by explicit permission. If he batted or threw a ball over a fence into a neighbor's yard didn't follow it and trample down everything in sight. The ball had to stay there." The mayor's mother is opposed to corporal punishment. "I never whipped my boy. I don't believe in whipping children," was the way she put it, and her expressive eyes flashed when she spilled children. My boy was a normal American boy and of course he had to be punished sometimes. When those times came I deprived him of some pleasure—something I knew his heart was set on doing or obtaining. But I must say honestly that John never gave me any serious trouble in life, and I would great deal of love surrounding him, and I do not believe that real love ever spoiled man or woman. Take the average boy and give him a great deal of love—not fitful spurts of violent affection, but just constant, tender love—have faith in him—expect the finer things from him—practice the essential things you love—have faith in all things or striving to be so—and the boy will do the rest. "There is a great difference between humoring a boy and encouraging him, just as there is between overindulging a boy and properly providing for him. Overindulgence spoils; so does attain it." Is this a random paradox? steel master. While supposed to be enjoying the customary vacation in Scotland the last summer, Mr. Carnegie in reality was scurrying hither and thither on the continent, attending the sessions of the peace congress at the Hague and incidentally running over to Berlin to have a confidential chat on world affairs with the German emperor. During his winter residence in New York Mr. Carnegie regularly puts in six hours or more each day looking over his voluminous mall and considering appeals for assistance, pilanthropic and braries, colleges, organizational and countless individuals in almost every part of the world. That many of these appeals meet with a substantial response is evidenced by the fact that Mr. Carnegie's gifts thus far in 1913 amount to many millions of dollars. The grand total of his benefactions probably never will be known, since there are many educational contributions and contributions for charity in which the public is not taken into his confidence. that. Contented? Why, that's his middle name. But the other day he struck a steak in the house restaurant that did not appeal to him. Sadly he pushed it away from him. That's the matter with it, Bob? asked the new member who was lunching with him. "I don't know," said Broussard, "but it tastes like washed money." Sartorial Swiftness "A feller has to hustle to keep up with the perception, don't he?" mused Ote Wheat. "I ain't never tried," responded Ezr- Sr. Scocum. "Last fall, when I went to the city, continued Ote, 'i noticed that my cowl was six inches too short. So I took part of my pig money and bought a long one. And, by gum! when I went back this fall, the durn thing was six sixes too long."—Judge. paper man. "I want to get simply general information on it." The secretary of war looked at him fixedly for a moment, and then smiled his almost Roosevelt smile. "How long is a piece of string?" he asked. "I haven't an idea," gasped the newspaper man, trying to figure out the meaning. "Neither have I." replied the secretary of war, still smiling genially, "and I think we'd better wait until we get some ideas before we begin to answer those questions." Too Much "Ere, you," said the bus driver to a man on top, "don't you want the public library?" The passenger, who showed no sign of resting, down "Well," retorted the conductor, "come down for it. I can't bring it out for you."—Punch. statue, insisted that the statue of Cecil Rhodes should immediately be given a top hat. They said that "heaven respects this great creator of empire far too much to send the needed rain while he stands there bare-headed." But She Didn't. "Henry, if you stay out late tonight I shall certainly speak to you." I shall certainly speak to you." "Very well, my dear, if you will confine your remarks to 'Howdy do,' I shall be very grateful." By Dr. A. J. Booker. The Christmas season, with its cheer, its spiritual richness, its reminder of the fulfillment of the prophesy is again come. With all the grandeur the awful solemnity, the promise of peace and good will, the season has degenerated into one of carelessness, frivolty and disworship. This period should be one of spiritual enjoyment. At no season do the heavens more beautifully show "forth the handiwork of God." Christmas should be a condition of the mind; its joy should permanently characterize the soul. What more fitting season than this to renew our faith in God, to keep the soul up to the high tide of good; when does one find a season more in keeping with the practical policy of "Peace on earth, good will towards men?" If a man have the element of charity, of largeness, of true worship, he will find no more auspicious occasion than this season to flower into forgiveness, into love, and make more harmonious his deeds and thoughts with the birthday of the King. Once in the attitude, keep the high resolve to let "Christ Mass" be celebrated every day in the heart, and life will smile; and friends will come, and all rancor and bitterness will depart utterly and we shall be free indeed, because we will be in harmony and league with the source of life, which is love and goodness. All life shall then be gay and glad, from within—from within when all joy and sorrow; all hope and disappointment; all truth and distortion; all charity and malice come. No man, nor disappointment, nor evil can make me unhappy, because my happiness radiates from me, instead of being attracted. It is the spirit which came to earth to dwell among men. It is the spirit of remembrance which should make us happy, not the gift. It is the spirit of friendship, not the form that enriches life. "Though I speak with the tongue of men and angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass and a tinkling symbol." Let the spirit of Christmas abide continually in our hearts. Do not overheat; do not drink any liquor; it goes without saying; radiate happiness; get the habit. Let it always be Christmas with you. Finally and personally, I wish to thank my friends and patrons for the biggest and most successful year I have ever spent. A sane and merry Christmas. A happy and big continual New Year. Joy, health and prosperity be yours and every one's. Let us always keep the windows of our soul open to the east and we shall hear the music choiring "Hosanna to God in the highest, and on earth peace and good will towards men." OTTUMWA JOWA Mrs. Helena Downey is slowly improving. Mrs. Cleo Thompson was able to leave the hospital and is getting along nicely. Mrs. Q. B. Taylor is still very sick at the hospital. Harry Owens, leader of class No. 4 of M. Zion A. M. E. church, gave a reception at the church for his members. Covers were laid for twenty and all had a lovely time. An interesting program was renamed, consisting of recitations and singing, an address by Rev. A. N. Webb, "What Influence Has a Christian Father in the home," and Mrs. Mary Green, "How Old Should a Child Be To Become a Christian." After which a two-course luncheon was served to the guests. Mrs. Owens was assisted by Mrs. M. Marshall and Mrs. Owens. The Second Baptist church gave an entertainment at their church on Monday evening, December 15. An interesting program was rendered. Instrumental solo, Miss L. Downey; vocal solo, Mrs. T. Carr; instrumental solo, Mr. H. Cason; paper, "Power in Great Example"; talk, Rev. T. Carr; benediction, Rev. A. N. Webb. Committee served rib pie supper. Please give news to Mrs. H. Owens, 814 West Mill street. Mrs. L. Williams is reported to be getting along nicely. Mrs. Minnie Bibb, 832 Fellow street, delightfully entertained friends last Tuesday at a four-course turkey dinner. Covers were laid for twelve Among the friends present was Presiding Elder Moore. The day was thoroughly enjoyed by all and Mrs. Bibb voted a royal entertainer. QUINCY. ILL The revival at Bethel A. M. E. church, though drawing near a close seems, by the great interest, being manifested, to be in its zenith. Dr. R. A. Adams is still preaching those wholesome truths and continuing to save souls and awaken the Christians to the sense of Christian duty. Revs. T. Price and T. Smith have both expressed themselves that one of the greatest needs of Quincy is being supplied, "A great spiritual awakening and revival." During the revival of two weeks and two nights one hundred and twenty-four souls have made a start towards the Heavenly goal. Dr. Adams is truly a God-fearing man, preaching the truth as he onward goes. On Monday night Dr. Adams commends the people of Quincy for the large audience on that night. Sunday was quarterly meeting at Wayman Chapel A. M. E. church. Rev. T. Price filled the pulpit in the afternoon, preaching an excellent sermon. Miss Cora Vaughn, teacher of the school at Sharpsburg, Mo., spent Saturday in the city with her brother, Mr. Charles Vaughn. Mr. Geo. Allen spent Sunday in Paris, Mo., his former home. Mrs. Mary Wilson is on the sick list. On Thursday the photograph of the gospel choir, under the supervision of Dr. R. A. Adams, was taken in front of Rethal. vere cold. The Christmas exercises and tree will be held on Christmas eve, under the management of Mrs. Emma Heron and others, at the A. M. E. church by the pupils of the Sabbath school. Mrs. E. Carter is reported on the sick list. Mrs. Geo. Guy is somewhat improved after an illness. We are sorry to learn that Miss Laura Junkins does not improve very rapidly. Give your friend or yourself an appropriate Christmas present by a subscription to the Bystander. The many friends of Rev. B. U. Taylor are pleased to learn of his great success in his church work, as chronicled in a recent issue of the Bystander, as he was a former pastor of Clinton. While here his unstinted ambitions and capabilities were recognized by the work accomplished during his pastorate. Opportunity was all that was necessary for greater achievements. Des Moines should feel proud of such a pastor. A grand concert will be given on December 29th at Seaman's hall for the benefit of the Second Baptist church. It is intended to make this concert a memorable one in every respect, given under the management of Mrs. Bina Burns and Mrs. Joe Robinson. Mr. and Mrs. Ike Robinson are the happy parents of a daughter, born on December 9th. Mother and child doing well. A nice present to The Bystander would be for the delinquent subscribers to pay what they owe. Who will be the first to ask the agent for a receipt in full? Miss Gila Robinson expects to leave Thursday for a visit in Kansas City with her brother, Albert. One of the most favorably known young men in the state of Iowa, as well as in the middle west. Mr. Alexander was educated in the public schools of Des Moines and at the State University of Iowa, taking from the latter institution in 1912 the degree of bachelor of civil engineering. Since graduation Mr. Alexander has been employed as one of the foremen with the Marsh Engineering company of Des Moines. He is still making the "required gains" out in the world as was his wont on the "gridiron" at the university. The above cut is Miss Wilda Warn of Marshalltown, Iowa, the older daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Warn, who was born in Wright county, Iowa, and later moved with her parents to Marshalltown, where she received her education. She is an active church, Sunday school and society worker, a prominent member of the Women's club. She is chairman of the rescue committee of the Iowa State Federation of Colored Women's clubs, a graduate of the Marshalltown high school and a very pleasant and interesting young lady. The Ladies' Aid society of Mt. Zion Baptist church purpose to give an entertainment Monday evening; December 29th. Mr. C. E. Stubblefield was elected president of the Letter Carriers' association at their meeting last week. The A. I. P. club met Friday afternoon with Mrs. John Jones at her residence, 900 West Seventh street. At the close of the afternoon the hostess served a two-course luncheon. The Literary society of Mt. Zion Baptist church met last Tuesday evening to discuss the question. Resolved that education is more beneficial to the American Negro than money, which was decided in favor of the affirmative. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Horace Green, Wednesdav, December 10th, a daughter, at Highland Park. A musicale was given last Thursday evening, under the auspices of Mrs. M. Askew, for the benefit of the choir. A splendid program was MASON CITY NEWS. Miss Eunice Cecil was taken seriously sick last Wednesday, but is much improved at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Eaton, who have spent several months in Fort Dodge, are now in the city visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Davis. Mr. Eaton is also on the sick list. Mr. Harry Mitchell, after spending several months in Kansas, returned back to the city and is at the home of his sister, Mrs. M. M. Brewton. Mrs. J. A. Durdough and baby left for her home to spend the winter with her mother in Cedar Rapids. Mds. Henderson of Oklahoma, who has been in the city for a few weeks at the home of Mrs. Thomas Allen, accompanied Mrs. Durrough to Cedar Rapids on Saturday. Mr. Thomas Allen left for Iowa Falls, where he has a large contract on a school house. He spent Sunday and Monday and Tuesday with his wife and left Tuesday evening for Iowa Falls. Mrs. Martha Dixon has moved from West Bell street to 421 West First street. Mrs. Mary Wright is spending a few days on West First street with her son, Victor Wright. Mrs. Edna Stratton of Manly is spending a few days in the city with her mother, Mrs. J. D Reeler. The Knights of Pythias issued invitations to attend a Christmas tree and social at Woodman hall on Wednesday, December 24, 1913. Mr. Hosmer, the representative for the Booker T. Washington school, spent a few days in the city. While here he was at the home of Mrs. J. D Reeler. Mr. J. A. Douglass, who recently moved here from Sheffield, has accepted a position as janitor at the McKinley school on North Main street. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bates, who have had the whooping cough for several weeks, are reported much better. A. H. This is a true likeness of Mrs. Maud Wilkinson, one of the representative and active progressive ladies in our great busy city, who came from Missouri a few years ago and has made good. She is the wife of Mr. John S. Wilkinson. She was born and educated in Chillicothe, Mo. She is an active secret society worker; was worthy matron of Princess Zorah Chapter, No. 10, of the O. E. S., and the most ancient grand matron of the Heroines of Jericho of Iowa and jurisdiction, holding her second term. She has many friends throughout Iowa and is one of the rising young women. FORT MADISON NEWS The White Rose club will meet at the home of, the president, Mrs. Bowles, on Wednesday afternoon, at which time will be election of officers. Every member is requested to be present. The play, Up From Slavery, at the Grand on Tuesday evening, December 16th, for the benefit of the A. M. E. church. Chorus of fifty voices home talent. It should be well patronized. Rev. J. W. Bowles has been on the sick list, but is improving. He was able to hold services at the Union church at Keokuk on Sunday. The White Rose club met with Mrs. George Mack last Tuesday night in their annual reception. Everyone enjoyed themselves and want to go again. Lavender and white, the club colors, were used in decorating. Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Jackson entertained Mrs. E. J. Thomas at dinner Sunday. Mrs. Eubanks has been quite indisposed this week, but is able to do her work in the hair dressing parlor. On Monday, December 8th, occurred the death of Mr. Harvey Johnson, aged 20 years, 9 months and 8 days. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Johnson, 271 Third street. He was born in Shelbina, Mo. His death was due to tuberculosis. The family have the sympathy of all the friends. The remains were taken to Shelbina. Mo., for burial. Mrs. T. J. Thomas is planning to leave soon for Los Angeles, Cal., to reside permanently. The members of the Second Baptist church surprised their pastor and wife, Rev. and Mrs. Bowles, on Monday night. Their birthdays being close together, it was a double surprise. The evening was spent in conversation and story telling. CLINTON, IOWA. The services at the Second Baptist church were well attended last Sunday. The evening congregation was especially large and enjoyed the sermon delivered by the pastor. Roy Watts and Curtis Bush were in Fulton, Ill., Sunday, the guests of Eddie Mitchell. Mrs. M. O. Culberson is not feeling quite so well, having contracted a se- A. A. ALEXANDER. 14 SIOUX CITY, IOWA THE HOME OF THE MOTHER OF THE FAMILY THE MUSEUM OF THE WORLD IOWA STATE BYSTANDER rendered, after which a chicken dinner was served by the Servo club, with Mrs. T. H. Sturgis as chairman. The ladies met with much success, having raised $30.00. On December 5th Mrs. Margaret Thompson, who has been suffering from a slight attack of paralysis, was pleasantly surprised by the A. I. P. club, of which she is a member, with a donation party, consisting of $3.00 in cash and a quantity of provisions. Residence of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Thompson of 1306 West Twentieth street The above is another one of the beautiful homes owned by colored people of Des Moines. Pleasant home The Iowa Syncopated Trio, better known as the Morgan Brothers' Orchestra through Iowa, are now working at Howard's Palm Parlor, 214 Fourth street, Milwaukee. Mr. L. L. Gaines, the sharp clarinetist of Buxton, Iowa, is now a member of the Iowa Syncopated Trio. Mr. Gaines is well known and recognized in the theatrical business. They also have a very clever woman entertainer working with them. Miss Mattie Early of Indiana, who is featuring the following songs: To Have, To Hold, To Love; Dinah and My Yellow Jacket Girl, the great MOBERLY, MO., NEWS. Dr. J. T. Caston, grand master of the U. B. F. & S. M. T. of St. Louis, Mo., was here on business Thursday. While here he was the guest of Prof. and Mrs. A. B. Bolden. Mrs. Mattie Frazier still remains very ill at her home on Molton street. The S. M. T. met Friday evening, December 12, at Coleman hall. Quite a number of members were present. All report a pleasant meeting. Mrs. F. B. Coleman, W. P.; Mrs. A. C. Black, secretary. The Royal House gave their annual banquet at Coleman hall on North Fifth street. The supper was highly appreciated by the members and out of town visitors. Prof. S. T. Pettigrew of Huntsville was here visiting Friday and attending the banquet given by the Royal House. The E. A. E. club were entertained on Thursday evening by Madam A. C. Black at her beautiful bungalow on South Ault street. All report a pleasant time. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Wm. Bartlett. Mrs. Mayme Quinn, president. Mr. Isaac Black and Mrs. D. P. Tymony, Jr., still remain on the sick list. Cards are out announcing the marriage on Christmas day of Miss Ruth Buckner and Prof. George Jones, teacher at Higbee, Mo. Mr. Carl Head is very ill at his home. BUXTON REVIEW. We are sorry to say there is about 300 men out of work this week from No. 12 mine on account of a breakdown. Probably they will not get to work until about the first of the year. Mrs. Maggie Walters of Mt. Pleasant was in our city a few days visiting her cousin, Mrs. Lillie Williams. Mrs. Lillie Williams leaves our city to go home to stay for the winter. Mr. John Graves is still on the sick list. Miss Minnie Tansil is still in the hospital and is improving and hopes to eat her Xmas dinner at home. Miss Fannie Woodford and Anna Washington have returned home from Des Moines and report a pleasant visit. Miss Carrie Ross has just returned from a pleasant visit with friends at Carney. Mr. Merford Thomas and George Miller were the delegates to the Y. M. C. A. convention at Washington, Iowa, last week. All made a splendid report. Master Oliver Thomas is sick at this writing. St. John's A. M. E. Sunday services were well attended. Rev. J. L. Wharton preached an excellent sermon. The choir sang beautiful Sunday morning. The Sunday school had a fine lesson this Sunday. The Christian Endeavor was well attended at 6 o'clock sharp. Services again at 7:30. Quite an interest has been stirred up in the literary society every Thursday night. The Sunday school children are getting ready for their Xmas tree. Mrs. Mattie Carter, wife of D. M. Carter, departed this life Sunday. Funeral over the remains was held at St. John's A. M. E. church, of which she was a member, Tuesday at 10 o'clock. The funeral party left on the 12:25 train for Virginia, where the remains will be buried. Mt. Zion. The weather permitting, we had a good attendance at all the services Sunday. Pastor Woodard preached in the morning and Rev. Hodge at the evening services. One joined. Bless- THE FARM surroundings are second to no influences that make for high standards of living. Mr. Thompson is editor of The Iowa State Bystander and stands high in the counsels of secret societies throughout the state. Chinese sensational song. L. B. Morgan (better known as Banty Jim) latest composition is the Intermission Rag, featuring clarinet and trap drums. Enza L. Morgan, Iowa's favorite trap drummer, taps some drums. I Bond You, Milwaukee Says You May Tie Them, But Beat Them Never. With due respect to our home state, we send our best regards to all in and out of the profession a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year. Yours musically, Iowa Syncopated Trio, (Signed) L. B. Morgan. ed the work of the day. Last Thursday the Mission Circle was pleasantly entertained in the home of Mrs. Fannie Wright, 22 E. Twelfth street. Mesdames R. Stewart, Anna Williams and T. Williams worshipped with us Sunday night. The Athetic Literary society is having some real interesting meetings each Thursday night. The Social Glee club met on Monday afternoon in the home of Mrs W. A. Brown 9 E. Third street. Tabernacle Sunday was a glorious day in Zion, Rev. Northcross at 11 o'clock a.m. preached a stirring sermon from the 24th chapter of St. Luke, 32d verse. At 6:30 the B. Y. P. U. had a good subject. At 7:30 Rev. Bote, the traveling evangelist from Hudson, Kan., preached a wonderful sermon. Dr. Willis and choir rendered some fine music at both services. Brother Paris Williams is making the Sunday school a success. The Mission Circle met at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Darden this week. The state executive board convened at the Tabernacle Baptist church. The contribution for Sunday was $21.00. W. R. RUSH This holiday season we are presenting to our many readers W. T. Rush formerly in the pantatorium business in Keokuk, but who has recently moved to Cedar Ranids, where he is employed in the Douglass Starch factory, having charge of the dry department, where fully thirty men are working under him. LOVELL, SOUTH DAKOTA. December 8, 1913 (Special to The Bystander.) Will you allow a wee bit of space in your valuable paper for the Dakotans? We are a few homesteaders in the northwestern part of South Dakota, Mead county, and as we are former Iowans we would like our Iowa friends to hear from us through your paper. Also to know that we are still alive and God is in our midst. We have a missionary band of Christian workers. We began with a number of nine and God has added to this number eight more, and we certainly feel this a blessing. The Christian band was organized last June with the leadership of Rev. Clark, formerly of Colfax, Iowa, but now of Lovell, S. D. Rev. Clark is an able man in the good work and we certainly appreciate him. Yours truly, Mrs. Mary Edgar. THE BOSTON EDITOR WADE H. McCREE. Is a native of Tennessee, but now resides in St. Louis, Missouri. Mr. McCree took his bachelor of arts' degree at Fisk University in 1911 and has recently been graduated from the College of Pharmacy of the State University of Iowa. Mr. McCree has been so thoroughly impressed with "Des Moines' doing things" that he will in the near future establish a drug store here. FROM THE FAR AWAY ISLANDS OF HAWAII. The Hawaiian islands, noted for their beauty and known as the "Paradise of the Pacific," are indeed properly named as far as beauty is concerned. The scenery is absolutely unsurpassed and the climate delightful; the thermometer hovering around 70 degrees and above the year round. The trees are all of tropical species, most of them blooming the whole year and producing large clusters of red and yellow sweet scented flowers, from which many of the expensive perfumes are extracted. Fruit trees are also in abundance, producing some of the most palatable fruits in existence. Oranges, limas, bananas, papayas, coconutus, mangoes, pineapples, mountain apples and water lemons are to be found growing everywhere. These fruits are sold very cheap, two dozen bananas being sold for 5 cents any time. Now in regard to the people. Scarcely a nation is left unrepresented. The American white people, the Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, the Hindu, East Indians, Hawaiians, Negroes, the Filipinos, Spanards and Koreans make up the variety list. Of all the nations here, the Japanese outnumber them all, there being 17,000 of them on the islands, 12,000 of which are in the city of Honolulu. The Chinese follow close upon the Japs, for Honolulu shelters about 7,000 of them. The Filipino follows third in number, the Portuguese fourth, and so on down the list, with the American Negro being least in number. At least ten different languages are spoken in Honolulu. The Japanese and Chinese cling to their native dress more than any other nation, especially among the women; while the men adopt the American styles of dress more readily. The Hawaiian is the most interesting of them all. He is very peculiar in customs as well as speech and appearance. He is of a medium brown color, with thick, coarse black hair and grows to ordinary height. Also very large and healthy looking, the women in particular being large and fleshy. Their main food is a substance called poi, which is made from the terra root. This root resembles the American sweet potato somewhat. It is pounded to about the consistency of jelly, then strained, after which it is ready for food. This poi is dark gray in color, very sticky in texture, the odor of which resembles that of fresh yeast and tastes just the least bit sour. Hawaiians eat poi at every meal and never tice of it, while Americans seldom fancy this cherished native dish. Hawaiians dress in American style all to- When You Buy Your Piano What Will Influence You Most? CONSERVATIVE buyers demand more than APPEARANCE in the piano of their selection—they know that QUALITY must underlie the outward finish! That is the prime essential—the principle upon which the Kohler and Campbell piano is made and sold. That's why 140,000 are in use today—that's why we sell more of this make than any other and recommend it to your consideration. Here are some of its features: DAVIDSONS LOXAS LARGEST FURNITURE STORE 412-414-416-418 WALNUT-ST. Mahogany, Walnut or Oak Case. Copper Wound Bass, Genuine Ivory Keys, Genuine Ebony Flats. Parlors Second Floor together, though a good many go barefooted. On a whole the Hawaiian is very lazy, doing only what is necessary for life. He hasn't any particular occupation and doesn't hunt for any. Of course, education has exlightened the majority of the young Hawaiians, but the old Hawaiians have set ways. Most all the people are religiously inclined, the majority believing in the Catholic faith Honolulu has nineteen churches, eight of which are American. It also boasts of eightteen schools, ten of which are public, while the remainder are institutes of various sorts, including the St. Louis and Oahu colleges. Other cities on the islands are likewise supplied with churches and schools for the benefit of the many foreigners. **apaupunua duna** *Honolulu*, H. I. FOR ```markdown ``` An Exceptional Opportunity to buy a Wardrobe Trunk for Christmas Genesee $19.95 Regularly $30.00 Key West $24.85 Regularly $40.00 BAGS--from $1.50 to $65 Some Fitted. Toy Trunks and Hand Bags for Little Folks Suit Cases from $1.50 to $50.00 in large variety. These make suitable and practicle Christmas Gifts. See our windows for suggestions We pay postage on Mail Orders Likly Luggage Company 721 Locust street CONSERVATIVE buy ers demand more than APPEARANCE in the piano of their selection—they know that QUALITY must underlie the outward finish! That is the prime essential—the principle upon which the Kohler and Campbell piano is made and sold. Victrolas and Records Bystander for $1.00 for one year. Oh what warm, beautiful weather this month Mr. Walter Birney continues to be a very sick man. Mr. Homer De Van is able to sit up, after four weeks' illness. Mr. W. H. Milligan left Monday for his home in Cedar Rapids. Mrs. John Griffin is much improved. She is again able to be up and out. Miss Hardy of Oskaloosa, Iowa, is the guest of Miss Gertrude Hyde. Mr. John Wright of Buxton, Iowa, was in our city Thursday on busi- ness. We wish all of our readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Mrs. Clay Lewis, who has been so very sick, is a little better at this writing. Miss Lillian Neal spent Sunday out on the farm, the guest of Miss Florence Griffin. Mr. Fred Johnson, a rural mail carrier, spent a few days in our city this week gettin ghim a bride. We can afford accommodation by January 15, 1914.—Chas. Alberts, 914 South Dubuque street, Iowa City, Iowa. Mrs. J. L. Lucas will leave December 26th to visit relatives and friends in Missouri and Illinois, to be gone several months. Remember that the best Christmas present you can give is The Bystander one year for $1.00. Send in your order now. There will be a Christmas tree and program by the children of the Union Congregational church Wednesday evening. All friends and visitors are invited. Mr. W. K. Perry, one of our well known citizens, has been appointed on the city public works. We congratulate Mr. Perry and know that he will make good. Miss Reed of Kansas City, Mo., has been the guest of Miss Carrie Watkins this past few days. She attended the private dancing party given by the Bridge club girls. We were very sorry to learn of the illness of Mrs. Susie Hodges of 1243 Fourteenth street, but are glad to inform our readers that she is somewhat improved at this writing. On December 18 occurred the birthday of Mrs. C. Davis of 819 Thirteenth street, which was her 80th birthday. She is very thankful for having lived to see his 80th year. Mr. John A. Spencer of Grinnell spent Tuesday in our city on business. He has been selected by the Masonic Temple association to travel over Iowa to sell shares and to enlighten the public about the association. A telegram just received from West Superior, Wis., Thursday, announces the death of Mr. Bert Davis, a former Des Moines boy. The remains will be brought to our city for burial, which will take place Sunday. Atty. S. Joe Brown of this city has been invited by a committee of St. Joseph's leading business and professional men to deliver the principal address at a monster Emancipation meeting to be held in that city on January 1st. Mrs. Mollie Watkins of Albany, Mo., is in the city visiting her daughter, who is stopping at her brother's, Mr. Gus Watkins. She came to attend the dancing party given by the young girls of the Wednesday Night Bridge club. We are building a solid brick rooming house, which will have twenty-one rooms when completed, including two bath rooms, electric lights in each room, furnace heat and Bell telephone. Strictly up to date; especially for the accommodation of the colored race. Mrs. McGrew, wife of the secretary of the Y. M. C. A. of Buxton, is in our city, the guest of Mrs. James Smith on Thirteenth street. The Bystander enjoyed a very pleasant call from her, also Mrs. James Smith, Mrs. Rivers, Mesdames Adam and Baker Dixon. The play given by our home talent, entitled "The Girl From Porto Rico," under the management of Harrison Gould last week, was a great success in attendance and finance. Each part in the play was well acted. Many are asking Mr. Gould to repeat it again ever so soon. The M. C. T. club met at Mrs. Edith Strawhers' on Monday evening. After the study of the lesson lead by Mrs. H. R. Graves, dainty refreshments were served. Club adjourned to meet with Miss Tabitha Mash. Study of lesson will be "The Fair Queen," by Spencer. Mrs. J. Davis, leader. The recently elected officers of King Solomon's Commandery, No. 6. were duly installed Thursday evening by District Deputy Grand Commander E. T. Banks. After the installation the twenty members in uniform marched to the Dysart Cafateria where they were treated to a delicious repast by the newly elected officers. Mr. Wade H. McCree, who is contemplating going into the drug business here, left this week for Buxton, Iowa, en route to St. Louis, Mo., his former home where he expects to spend Christmas. Mr. McCree assisted The Iowa State Bystander in getting their holiday issue up, for which we appreciate very much. The article in the Thursday evening Tribune is absolutely groundless and erroneous. The church officials know nothing of its source. Acting upon certain false complaints that came to the city ball, the official engineer of the city carefully looked over the building and concluded that it is safe and in good condition. However, in order to be doubly sure of public safety and to check certain malicious rumors, the church is going to take immediate steps to brace the wall in question. T. M. Penfield, Hornsby CHRISTMAS PARTY What promises to be a most enjoyable holiday season was ushered in by the brilliant party of the Wednesday Night Bridge club at Elks hall on Wednesday evening, December 17. The hall was beautifully decorated with palms and Christmas greenery. Society was out en masse, with many beautiful gowns, to enjoy the gala event. Frape was dispersed throughout the evening from a bower in the center of the hall by Miss Spoonie Williams. The hostesses were assisted during the evening in receiving their guests by several of the older set, who acted as patronesses. Thy-Rous orchestra furnished dance program of eighteen numbers and three extras, which included the tango, castlewalk and ladies and gentlemen's tag dance. Following the reception great interest and surprise was aroused in the guests by Mr. H. S. Clay, father of one of the club members, in announcing the marriage of his daughter, Miss Gerada Clay, to Mr. Fred Johnson of Gravity, Iowa, which had occurred a few hours previous to the party. The out of town guests present were Miss Jenne Hardy of Oskaloosa, Ia., Miss Anna Reed of Kinsa City, Mo., Ora Finney of Macon, Mo., Mrs. C., H. C. Conley of Webster City, Ia., Mr. Fred Johnson of Gravity, Ia., and Mrs. McKeever of Boston, Ia. UNION CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Morning worship, 10:45. "Christ's Redeeming Love." Sunday school at 12 m. Sunday school at 12 m. Evening worship at 7:30. A Christmas Message to be delivered by the Rev. H. M. McCraven. RUFUS JACKSON An honor which should not be regarded lightly has been conferred upon Rufus Jackson by the students of East High. Mr. Jackson has come all the way up through the graded schools of Des Moines and will graduate next June from the high school The appointment to office as Interviewer on the "Quill" staff, the official organ of the student body, serves as a testimonial to his ability as well as affability. Mr. Jackson expects to enter the agricultural department at Ames next fall. Gifs That are Sure to Please FOR MEN— Suits $10.00 to $20.00 . Overcoats $8.00 to $25.00. Shirts 50c to $1.50. Neckwear 25c and 50c. Suspenders in Holiday Boxes 50c. Over bard and supporter in boxes, 50c. Socks in Holiday Boxes, 4 for $1.00. Mufflers, 25c to $1.00. Mackinaws, $7.50. Cloth and Fur Caps. Raincoats, $5.00 to $18.00. FOR BOYS— Suits, $1.75 to $6.00. Overcoats, $3.00 to $6.00. Shirts, 50c. Sweaters, $1.50. Caps, 25c to $1.00. A. Rothschield Shoe Store Clothing Store 521 East Locust 523 Read the Iowa State Bystander, the greatest and newsiest weekly in the west. EDITORIALS --- CHRISTMAS To our many readers the scribe or time has brought us around again to good old Christmas time, when the young, and the old, rich and poor black and white, all to some degree rejoice and celebrate our Natal day. In the labyrinth of the human mind we can but dinkly see what the birth of Our Saviour was to mankind. Little do we think of the great sacrifices that this Saviour underwent for us and less do we as a Christian nation appreciate His great love, compassion and pity that He has given to us. Then as ambassadors of this Great Man how careful ought we to be in our conduct, actions and department. We should seek to spread sunshine in the souls of our fellowman, to assist those the farthest down. Let our kindness and good deeds be like the tails of that memorable star that guided the wise men to the manger, which furnished light to Bethlehem. So let us all rejoice and be happy over the fact that we have lived through another year and can celebrate the natal day of our beloved Saviour and shout Hallelujjah, Hosanna in the Highest. IOWA BAR ASSOCIATION THE thirteenth annual meeting of the Iowa association held their meeting at the home of the president, John L. Thompson, 1306 West Twentieth street, on Monday evening, December 15th. A banquet of twelve plates was served. Another one came later. The lawyers invited the three physicians of this city, who were present. And Atty. Woodson of Buxton had Rev. T. M. Brumfield and wife as his guests. A very enjoyable and profitable meeting was held. Some fine speeches were made by the lawyers and doctors. Mrs. Brumfield played a piano solo, little Enola Thompson recited a recitation. A fine course dinner was served by the well known cateress, Miss Mayrie I. Bell. After the banquet the following officers were elected for the year: President, John L. Thompson; secretary, S. Joe Brown; treasurer, J. B. Rush; chairman of legislative committee, Hon. Geo. H. Woodson. A committee was appointed to consider the advisability of merging the Bar association into the Iowa State Professional Men's association. The committee was as follows: S. Joe Brown, Dr. A. J. Booker, Rev. T. M. Brumfield, Wade Hampton McCree and Mrs. J. B. Rush. COLORED STUDENTS IN THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA. Never in the history of the State University of Iowa has there been so many colored students in attendance as is the case this year. This is one of the encouraging features when the future of the Negro is taken into account. The parent and student realizing today, perhaps, as they have never before, the larger freedom when comes through education, are willing to make almost any sacrifice in order that the boy or girl may have the advantages of a liberal education. The young men and women who are enjoying these privileges this year are more active than ever in perfecting organizations through which they hope to have their influence felt, not only in the college, but in the communities throughout the state. Recently the young women have organized the "Mary Church Terrell club," whose purpose shall be to inculcate high ideals in the girls. The work will be along literary lines, with emphasis placed upon the achievements among Negroes. The officers elected to carry out the policies of the club are: Miss Graves (Soph), president; Miss Southall (freshman), secretary, and Miss Iva McClain (sophomore), sergeant-at-arms. The young men have organized the Euclid club, pending the securing of a charter from the National Association of Colored Greek Letter Fraternity. Communications from Messrs. Crump, Tymony and Fields relating to organizing a fraternity are very encouraging. GRANT TO THE STREET CAR A REASONABLE FRANCHISE Corporations are like individuals they bear a distinct personality to the community in which they are located and the active life of a corporation in the community wields a mighty power in the development of human society. Reading the past history of this American republic we see beyond a doubt that the development of our great states in this union in so short a period of time has been due to the active influence of organized capital and organized industry. Our great city of Des Moines is making rapid strides to become one of the best of our American cities. It was the first city to take on in full the commission form of government with the initiative and referendum, with a recall clause attached and within the past few years she has made rapid and wondful growth; and our street car company, which is one of the corporations, has made perhaps a larger growth than any other known industry. The present company has spent over $1,000,000.00 in extending and equipping the system here, which is a great credit to any city, and it is no more than right that the common sense, reasonable thinking business men should unite and grant to this corporation a reasonable franchise to operate their cars so that they will not be unsettled as to the duration of its existence. When they are assured of this fact they will be willing to spend even more to build up our great city. At one time the Editor of this paper was favorable to municipal ownership, but after more experience and better information I believe it is for the best interests of the people that private organizations should own its public utilities than the city, because the management of our city IOWA STATE BYSTANDER water company and other large companies and corporations have demonstrated to me that we get better service and a more even like administration and less political combinations which border upon graft. I hope that the sentiment of this city will so manifest itself in favor of granting all of our public enterprises that have invested their money and are willing to continue to invest their money, a fair franchise to work under and that we as individual citizens will use our influence to see that the sentiment will be so strong that the city council will call an election and the people will be willing to grant to this corporation a reasonable franchise that is right and up in the premises. ANNOUNCEMENT Harsunt to the degree of the Rt. Eminent Grand Commander of Knights Templar for Illness and Iowa, King Solomon's Commandery, No. 6, of this city will hold special Christmas exercises at the hall of North Star lodge, corner West Tenth and Center streets, on Christmas morning at 11 o'clock. The Rev. L. W. Bess of Waterloo, a member of the commandery, will be present and deliver an address upon the "Relation of Knights Templarism to Christianity." All Master Masons in good EIGHT—Bystander—standing are cordially invited to attend. THE LYCEUM. The regular semi-annual business meeting of the Des Moines Negro Lyeum association will be held at 1058 West Fifth street next Tuesday evening, with Mr. Rufus Jackson as host. In addition to the regular officers, alternate delegates will be elected to the Inter-State Literary meeting at Atchison, Kans., December 29th and 31st. All members are urged to attend. THE HOME OF THE HERITAGE CENTER THE HOME OF THE MOTHER OF THE GROUND The beautiful residence of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Gould, 955 West Sixteenth street. Mr. and Mrs. Gould came to Des Moines sixteen years ago and as a result of thrift and economy have ac- NEBRASKA HEARD FROM Editor of Bystander: Since the black hand of race prejudice is lifted against us in so many quarters north of Mason and Dixon's line, it may be of interest to your readers to know of our occasion for rejoicing in Lincoln, Neb. In this city, named after the immortal Lincoln, is located our state university; within her classic halls and protecting walls whoseover will may enter and equip themselves for the battle of life. Notably in the present student body is a young law student, Clinton Ross, a member of the football team and a formidable guard, whose absence would materially weaken the team. To this end the Jayhawkers bent their energies, flatly refusing to play our Cornhuskers unless they eliminated their Negro guard, Clinton Ross, on racial grounds, pure and simple. They have, however, failed, for Chancellor Avery has openly declared that race or color is no bar in the University of Nebraska, and the regents have supported him in his contention. In pursuance of and to foster this liberty loving spirit, a representative number of race loving citizens met on the 12th inst. in the Mt. Zion CENTRAL STATES BANK James Smith's Cafe 117 W. Locust Steet (up stairs) Open to the Public Good Service and Courteous Treatment to All. SIMON CASADY J. D. HISENAND H. B. HEDGE GRANT MEPHERRIN M. B. Mr. Jones was born at Oakalosa, Iowa, and received his early education in the public schools of that city. In 1907 he was graduated from Wilberforce university. Later Mr. Jones took a course in embalming at Barnes Enfaitaline College at Chicago, one of the best known in the country. His nearly three years of straightforward business dealings in Des Moines has placed him in the front rank among the successful men. For That Dull Feeling After Eating. I have used Chamberlain's Tablets for some time, and can testify that they have done me more good than any tablets I have ever used. My trouble was a heavy dull feeling after eating—David Freeman, Kempt, Nova Scotia. These tablets strengthen the stomach and improve the digestion. They also regulate the liver and bowels. They are far superior to pills, but cost no more. For sale by all dealers. 100 quired this beautiful home. Mr. and Mrs. Gould are unassuming and represent that type of citizenship that is always willing to be of service for good. Mrs. Gould is one of the leading catereses in the city and enjoys a splendid patronage. Baptist church. After devotional exercises, led by Rev. Runyon, the writer was made chairman and Major Moore, secretary. A number of ringing speeches followed, by Wm. Woods, Profs. Gulley and 'Powell, Clinton Ross, the "bone of contention"; Revs. Bell and Burckhardt and others Committee on resolutions, Dr. H. H. May, pastor of the church, Rev. O. J. Burekhardt, Wm. Woods, P. L. Moore and Prof. Gulley. On presentation, H. C. Collins, Wm. Woods and the writer. Wm. H. Van Derzee, 2151 So. 10th St., Lincoln, Neb. November 14, 1913. EARLY DAYS IN IOWA Through the urbanity of a friend living in the city by your big power dam, I am in receipt of a recent issue of The Bystander. I am always glad to welcome a representative of the race, even if in newspaper attire, particularly so when they hale from the Hawkeye state, for I came very near being born in Iowa, and really if I had to be born again, and Nebraska was not on the map I would choose Iowa, if I was consulted, as Protective Device). When a telephone line is electrically charged the telephone act 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 for the receiver, the capacity of which is somewhat greater than that of the body. - President Vice-President Vice-President - Cashier YOUNKER BROTHERS YOUNKER BROTHERS THIS store is essentially a "Gift Store for Men," being one of first importance in the things most appreciated by womankind. No doubt, "she" would prefer that "her" gift would come from "her" favorite store. We feel an equal responsibility with you, in the selection of Christmas gifts, and extend that assurance of ultimate satisfaction which means gratifying rememberance in it deepest sense. All Jewelry Gifts Are Appreciated There is no stock from which you can select pleasing gifts with more ease and pleasure than at Schlampp's Jewelery Store. Here are gifts for the mere tot to the most aged. Appropriate gifts, showy gifts, gifts of intrinsic merit. "At Schlampp's It's Right" The recipient's pleasure is certain if the gifts are selected from a stock of high quality. The Schlampp imprint on the Carton is an assurance of genuineness, quality and value. Frank Schlampp Company Sixth Avenue and Locust St. Telephone, and spread good cheer, For Christmas comes but once a year. Ask "Long Distance" for rates anywhere. IOWA TELEPHONE COMPANY my birthplace. The presence of The Bystander on my table revives and stirs old memories, and Davenport as I knew her in 1857 is a living picture My father, Wm. Van Derzee preceded my sister and the writer from New York; just one year brought us to our new home in the west, and it new it was, no railroads, no street cars, no electricity nor gas "no nothing" but the virgin soil and a few willing hands; but the work of those hands and those stout hearts stand out today in modern Davenport. Father was a contractor and builder, a first class mechanic. He soon made a name for himself and was made foreman in the construction of what was then the Burtis opera house, displaced their white foreman, who had proved his incompetency. I hardly need say that a number of men quit the first day, and a few the second, but their places were promptly filled by others. That kind of medicine proved to be a healthy tonic, and all went well thereafter. The separate school question was sprung at that early day but father circulated a counter petition that settled that matter in favor of mixed schools. I recall vividly the ostracism given to a Miss Hackey, who taught in the old Third street school, a stone building, because she made no difference as to race or previous condition. She was a heroine indeed. When John Brown was executed, father held the first sympathy meeting ever held for that apostle of the oppressed, and despite the fact that father was threatened with mob violence, he hired a hall, contrary to the advice of friends, and faced the mob, and in a speech that sang with the convincing truth, he drew from his audience the tear of remorse, and he was not harmed. I presume the old guard of those days are all mustered out. I recall E. M. Franklin, a livery man of distinction; John Warwich, then owner of the finest barber shop; Albert Knuckolls, the polite man; James Garland, Henry Polite and others. Rev. Henry Simonds and P. C. Cooper were the pioneer Methodists of Davenport. Backward has turned Father Time in his flight. I am a child again just for tonight, Memories green with but little alloy Many the blessings since I was a boy. Wm. H. Vag Derege October 17, 1913. Lincoln, Neb. Subscribe for The Bysander and know what is going on in the other Jaliet Wilbor Tompkins, 34 was always a FI sero j IC haat ee Beto Sm “andr ey faerie se ZED RGD) ime he vent BOTS SY yaueron S44 4 a is on the whole successfully, a burglar. He did not take trom the poor; he had never found that worth while. His victime were always those who could afford to lose—and to have. It cannot be claimed that he belonged to the chivalric type that abandons loot in order to save the baby, oF, touched by feminine gentleness, re turns gems by mail the next day. Nor ‘was he the burly ruflan for whom the timid look nightly under the bed. A ttle black grease, and be might ‘ave passed for a plumber's assistant. His most marked trait was bis extrar ordinary thinness, a valuable feature, leaving much room on his person for packages, and destined to prove of ‘even greater service on this partieu- lar Christmas Eve. It was not Ignorance of the hours kept by the rich that started him out as early as ten o'clock that evening. ‘Tom read the society columns to good purpose; he knew that if the Kitt ridges were giving a Christmas Eve all, among those present would as- suredly be Mr. and Mrs, Douglas Whit- timore and thelr daughter, Miss Evan- geline Whittimore, who would proba- diy be charming in rose chiffon and pearls, This meant that the Whitt! more house would be empty of the Whitt!mores that evening. A careful inquiry into the ways of the Whitt: more servants suggested that most of them would be off the moment the carriage had left the door. It looked such a pleasant opening that Tom de: elded not to take a confederate with him, but softly let himselt in by a ‘window in a shadowed angle, selected earlier in the day. He found himeelt in a dining-room. @ark except for the light in the hall beyond. Riches glimmered dimly on the sideboard, but Tom seldom both: ered with plate. Crossing the room with the noiseless agility of a cat, he paused by the door, his head thrust forward on its lean neck, his eyes lowered, his mouth slightly open, bis thin, uncurled ears seeming to die tend with the intensity of bis listen: tog. ‘The aflence was absolute; not even the ticking of a clock could be heard. After three minutes his head drew back with somewhat the movement of turtle’s, his Jaws came together, fand he deliberately scuffed one foot slong the polished floor, producing 8 dull, Indefinite sound that might mean anything. Again the tense listening: then, with a businesslike quietness wholly free from slinking, he crossed the hall and went swiftly up the great, alm stairs. ‘The Whittimore Christmas presents, ett lurking in drawers and decks, of fered an unusuas ly wide selection, and Tom browsed peacefully among them for half an hour. ‘Then, add- ing to his pocket collection Miss Evangeline’s few: el case and two hundred dollars from Mr, Whitt more's desk, he slipped down the ‘stairs again and made the mistake of pausing in the dimly lighted drawing-room tc fee if he had ‘overlooked any: JA Nx all Pe YAN iy A ‘thing important. Tt was Just the faintest Iittle mouse ke click, but it meant a latch-key tn the front’ door, not twenty feet away, and Tom had to act on the instant The only refuge was a heavy. plush curtain suggesting @ concealed door fand be darted behind its folda. The door was locked on the other side. ‘The front door bad opened now, and any change of position was impose dle. Tom blessed his leanness, nd ing that by standing straight in the narrow space he made no perceptible bulge in the plush. With his pocket xife he deftly allt a peephole in lime to see a young woman come ith uick, cautious steps into the room. Obviously this was Miss Evangeline: rore pink and pearls made a dazzling pleture as she pushed back her long white wrap and paused under the chandelier. ‘She was panting a little, her hands pressed nervously together, her teeth working at the lower lip. She began to pace up and down, very softly, with tense excitement in'every line. Sud. Genly she paused, listening, her eyes Girerted straight at the plush hanging Tom, nerved for a feminine shriek, poised himself in readiness to set out ft the first note; but she turned and ‘went swiftly to the front door. An tn stant later she came back with young man, a very young men, to evening dress, looking as perturbed as herself. “Well?” sald the newcomer quickly. She drew away from the arm he had put about her. “Oh, I don't know! I don't know!” ‘She beat her hands softly together. Hie face fell. “1 won't urge you,” he sald. She Jala imploring hands on bits arm. “But do you think father 1s tyrannt- eal? That it's silly to’ wait three ‘yearn, when we're sure now? That we have a right to do tt, if we're will {ng to be poor and—and all that” He stroked the hands in silence for ‘a moment, then gently removed them and turned away. "Lean tell what 1 think, 1 want you wo much that don’t (rust my own judgment. It haa seemed to me that hho was—unfatr. 1 could be bolder tf ‘only 1 didn't realize how utterly un worthy—" eae | gho ran to him, and he took her into ‘hn arma, Tom retreated from bis peep hole with « suppressed sigh ot ennul. When he returned to it they were ait: ting together on a white and gold couch. “Bhe lifted her head reluctant iy. “Now I will run and get on another Areas; you walt here,” she sald. “And, dear, Iam golng to bring my Jewels. ‘They are truly mine, and if we are too poor—" “rhate to have you take them,” be protested. ‘Tom also hated to have her take them, The cate was at that moment in his righthand pocket, torether with several other tries from her dressing table. “Tl be back o five minutes,” she was saying, drawing away reluctant hands When she hed gone as far as the oor, Tom took charge of the situation Ho threw back the curtain, lifting ® cautioning hand at her faint scream. “Srit you want to keep this quiet from ‘tne servants, no row, please,” he sald ‘with digolty. “I'm sorry, young feller, but I'm a detective employed by the sare apa to stop this very thing— fee? T have to do my dooty.” ‘The young man stared helplessly, Miss Evangeline clutching at his cost. “But—but—" be stammered. "You aee, the old gentleman got wind of {t and asked me. to step round,” ‘Tom explained. "He. don't want any fuss, "The young man's color had changed Avoin dleuinyed. white 00 angry ved. Re | NL iS mM said clearly. “I he does that sort of thing—" “Exactly,” ech oed Evangeline proudly. “We will wait till my fath er comes home, and have it out with him, Detee tive, Indeed!” They sat dows on the couch and glared at Tom. I made him uneasy “Lookee here, ‘he began. cost dentially, “you seem like a pretty nice young couple, and I ain't one to spoil sport. If you want to skin out Just as you are now, inside of sixty seconds, T don't know but I might—look the other way, see?" “We don't wish anything of the Kind,” sald Miss Evangeline haughtlly. The young man merely stared; he was evidently preparing speeches for her father. Tom edged toward the door. “Well, I dunno as I need to walt, ‘then. Family rows is for the family only, Teay. I'done my job, and—" “Hold up!” commanded the young man. “I wish you to stay. Here!” ‘Three swift steps had taken Tom to the front door. He clutched it open— and nearly landed In the arms of Miss Evangeline’s mother and father. Thelr portly presence left no loophole, even for the thinnest. Directly behind him was the young man, cutting off pas- sage to the dining-room window. Tom clutched at bie nerve and Jerked out a bow. “Thought Td save you finding your key, alr,” he sald. “I done my Job ‘—but the young folks is pretty mad.” “When It comes to shadowing us with a detective, sir.” the young man began Imposingly: then temper over- threw diction, “I'm hanged if I'll stand for it!" he burat out, “Detective? Are you crazy?” he ex- claimed. ‘Tom fell back a step toward the Aining-room. “Oh, if you want to go back on me, sir, I ain't nothing to say. But I stopped this here elopement and T've earned my pay. I'll call for {t to morrow.” He achleved another step. Mr. Whittimore seemed short of breath. “Elopement? Detective? Good God, Vangy, I never hired a detective in my Ife.” It's some infernal blun- der!” “Well, here he i,” said Miss Evan- geline coldly. “It you will let us get married, we'll overlook it. Other wise—" She drew herself up, and Tom achieved another step. ‘The old gen- tleman's temper began to show signs of wear. “Marry any one you please! But tor mercy's sake don't say I—" ‘A scuffle and a crash interrupted. A whirling heap on the floor resolved {itself into Tom Patterson on his back, with Miss Evangeline’s lover kneeling on his chest, a hand at his throat. “Sorry to make a row.” apologized the young man breathlessly, "but caught on fust in time. He's a sneak thet!” “You seem to be a—a fairly upand: coming young fellow,” stammered Mr. Whittimore. “Look a here, Mr. Whittimore,” broke in Tom peaceably, “you don't want all this tn the papers.” “All bat, you scoundrel?" “Blopement in the Four Hundred— Milas Evangeline Whittimore, daughter of—see? Now you got the swag, you got the girl; what more d’you want? Outside a police court, I ain't likely to talk. You think about it.” His captors did think about {t, with Alemayed faces. The two women on the stalrs exchanged horrified glances. Mr, Whittimore pinched his. chin, scowled, sighed, then nodded heavily. Slowly and reluctantly, the last pocket emptied, the young man arose from ‘Tom's chest. ‘Two minutes later Mr. Thomas Pat- terson, hurrying through tho dark. smiled to himeelt ae he inserted care- ful fingers Into « remote crevasse of his structure, where the contribution from Mr. Whittimore’s desk stilt lurked in a compact wad. “They didn't know I had that,” he reflected, “but I guess I'll keep it for hush money. Two hundred dollars ts more'n that young dude.earns in an evening, anyhow!” o (Copyright, Frank A. Munsey' Oa) x ,_DRAWING, GH. HEYER> See OT S| ol Vi ae nT pt hie 7 q wee) al yr) i Ny ag ( | ie Pe Nee BY ONE SS “ e S be. nC) ap WED dn tbe Bit Winter Ale Rooe the Tha Calton Volo L | —évewniecal'te bal outs soe wee sin avesry, rue | olgninl= 9) CI este Este mrad sora, 7 rset tne nora | neath it?" he demanded angrily, and i edb eee k ing—" “Goold!” echoed little Thad, and wr ultte to] then seaentytnking the sooner be 1 we eee tacks ie be be 4 “Hark, the her-| voice: I ald—" “Hark, er heral dangel—" WA» —_~rnatl beuer-| senuyier ibrant a band ‘over Bl YS RS ee "he aa dagusedl. “Do Reap RN >] “Hark, the herald | you want Elea to come out and sneak Oy Meee haart nat Sa to the sie: | ACT caawil 0 elape a8 S\¢ 2A i (as _Serapuing, cant you texe plece of candy out of Thad's mouth? He nearly choked himself just then You can have ft back, Thad, when you've sung two verses. Don't be fauch a baby! Now, good and loud!” “Hark, the herald angels sting—" Sebuyler bellowed lustily and beat time with a drumstick. Seraphina sang with much fervor and many false notes; while little Thad followed the tune manfully, and substitued a “lala Ja" when the words proved elusive to Ils four-year-old memory. ‘The second verse brought to a suc cessful issue, Schuyler dismissed the chorus and turned to the door. “You see ‘ft you can’t teach Thad the words of that second verse while I go downstairs and get some joss: aticks for the censer,” he told Sera phina. Schuyler Van Brunt was working un: der difficulties. Doctor Post had told ‘him of the old English custom of sing: ing carole in the streets on Christ mas morning. It had taken a strong hold on the boy's fertile imagination— 80 strong a hold that he had planned to smuggle Serapbina and Thad from the house, when Christmas came, and to sing a carol outof-doors in true English fashion. ‘Then, Just when he needed Doctor Post's advice most, there had been some vague trouble between the doc tor and Aunt Margaret. Aunt Marga ret no longer wore the diamond ring on tho third finger of her left hand ‘and Doctor Post came no more to the house. It was very disheartening Schuyler wanted to ask Doctor Post # score of questions about the carols Did the people who sang them weal surplices, Ike the choir boys in the Christmas procession at St. Jude's’ Did they stand still or march around while they sang? These and other points sadly taxed bis elghtyearold Intellect. But his determination tc sing that carol In the street neve faltered. Hence the secret rehear sals In the nursery. ‘After much deliberation, he decid ed that surplices would lend dignty to the occasion, and this decision wat furthered by the thought that night gowns would make very passable sur plices. Then, a tomato can suggesting possibilities, he added a censer to th properties. A tomato can punched ful of holes, swung on the gilt cord tha comes about candy boxes, and file with burning Joss-sticks, would make a beautiful censer. It was Christmas Eve, and Schuy ler's plans wore complete. He fel sure they would put up a very credit able carol in the morning, even if Doc | tor Post's advice had not been obtain able. As he crept upstairs with th Joseatick, which he had begged fron ‘Agnes, the second girl, he felt tha the last obstacle had been surmount ed. “Come on now, once more," he sai ‘as he entered the nursery door. “Ela will be up with supper In a minute We've just time before she comes Stand up. Thad. Yes, I'l let you hav f plece of the joss-stick If you'll sin good and loud. Now!” m, Very early In the gray of the Christ mas dawn Schuyler awoke, bounce out of bed, and began to rouse his co horts, He tiptoed to Seraphina’s lit tle white cot and indulged in a serie of vigorous shakes and punches. “Get up! Get up, Seraphina! It’ time to go out and carol,” he while ered hoarsely. ‘Seraphina arose, and, sitting on thi aide of her bed, blinked at him re proachfully. Little Thad was alread; awake and ready for anything whiel savored of exciting novelty. The tw elder children dressed hurriedly, an between them they managed to pu on little Thad’s clothes. Then Schuy ler crept nolselessly to the hall belov and returned with coate and hats an mittens. When thoy had bundle | themselves into these outer garments | each donned a “surplice.” At the las moment Schuyler bethought him o the brilliant cord on his father's bath robe, and at the !mminent peril of dis covery he stole Into Mr. Van Brunt’ Gressing-room and returned with th | coveted cord enctreling bis smal walet, This finishing touch, he fel | sure, made him quite lke the alta boys at St. Jude's. He fished boncat! his bed and drew out the tomato cai center filled with the Josestick. “Come on!" he whispered, and loi the way down the wide stairs. With a caution worthy of bette things, he shot the bolts and opene the front door. ‘The three grotesqu figures stole silently out and stood 01 the stoop in the cold Christmas dawn ‘Tho air was still and biting: the s! lence of the streets appalling. Sera phina's mind reverted to the luxury 0 the bed she had just quitted, = “Oooh!” she chattored “It's ool IOWA STATE BYSTANDER ]—awawful e-cold to be out in your | voice: ak eee “Ninny! To no one in particular.” ae met ing out its reek of burning joss-stick. | ‘The doctor's eyes twinkled, ere we im oe oe as Let ee et she Gores ae a 1st A STARTLING TOTAL. 5) \ uk Ae Na, ; ORY TRNNL SWZ A oe a | RSIS | Tiga ~S | Chom aman ever iearaed‘the raiment of arith mt Dinke—What were you dolng? Winke—Adding up tho number 0 say relatives who expect Christa wy se er SAG REO Tromas LMasson geag TE © commen =) ea mistake to sUp- 2 hy tote tac ner 4 NID rotea'by reason \ In realty, we are fale, ‘Gur &, Siva "as forces oe to cot 4 iy clusions which N& fsa seem to be tases Ke Sos seers, be LOS Rar aarapyet FERONR| Soucy “of 0 SES) See st el. {mpinging upon I (1h). Wien our minds. It {had been @ reasonable being, | ‘should never have fallen in love with Miss Galbraith. It was an fllogica proceeding, because it made my pres! deney of the Bachelors’ club, whict Thad formed threo years before, ex tremely uncertain—or, at least, 1 seemed to make {t uncertain, Nothing was more desirable than my club. We had every comfort, I ‘addition to good fellowship; and the fact that we were all members did no! preclude us trom the society of wom ‘en. Indeed, it gave a zest to that 80 clety, for ft seemed to surround ws with ‘an additional safeguard. Miss Galbraith’s father had left he several millions. She owned the building in which our club was quar tered. The agent had called on mt only three weeks before Christmas t¢ tell me that we must elther sign an. other three years’ lease, or vacate 00 the Ist of January. ‘There were twenty-two of us, and we had already agreed—it was in the constitutlon— that the club should be Immediatels isbanded if any member got_ mar ried. We all knew Miss Galbraith and we were all in love with her: but fas yet no man had been sufflctently Aisioyal—or successful—to break the spell. 1 caught Fenson, our vice-president, calling on Miss Galbraith one night; and afterward, in the club rooms, we had It out. “Look here, olf man," I sald, “I seems to me that you are taking chances. Of course, you dor’t car¢ about the money; but you can't play around fire. Why, the future of this club depends on your keeping away from that girl!” “You're a nice man to talk.” said Fenson, “What in the world are you doing around there? You ought to set a better exemple.” “Of course, you ought," repeated Van Olcott, coming up. “Why, I had ‘eine. cenee Ch nom or about it myself; but when I saw you going, 1 made up my mind that I might as well go, too." “That's the way you fellows al reason,” 1 sald hot ly. “Why, during the week, the en: tire club is around at Miss Gal: braith's! The oth: er night we couldn't get a quo: rum to discuss the renewal of our lease. At any mo ment some mem: ber may get her.” 1 sald this with out much fear. 1 iad reason to be Neve that if the club was disband. ed, it wouldn't be anybody's fault but my own, “She's bothered ‘tb death.” t aadan a Ec a “Its & shame, fellows, for able-bodied men Itke you to annoy a young girl lke that!" I felt 60 sympathetic about it, tn- deed, that the next afternoon I called on Miss Galbraith to learn the facts. “Is it true,” I asked, “that the fel lows in my crowd come around here constantly? I suppose it must be so, fas I meet them here all the time. ‘That's the reason why I came this afternoon,” I added softly. “The even- Inge are too crowded.” ‘The dear girl looked tired, "Yes, it 1s true,” she replied. “You know that twenty:two young men, con: stantly succeeding one another, are rather trying.” “It's wearing on you, tsn’t It?” I said. “Dreadfully. I am going away.” I experienced a sudden shock of pain. “Oh, don't say that!" 1 exclatmed “1 do something about it. Til make them pass a resolution that they aren't to call so often—say, one man a week during the year. Anything te keep you here!” “oh, I'm only going away for Christmas!” she sald, “Just for a rest. Dear old New York!’ i hate to leave it ot this season, but I know how It will be. They never could keep away, and I shall break down if I don't get a few days off." ‘The thought made me boll “By Jove!” I exclaimed. “This 1s a pretty mess, fen't it? Here's a bach- elors’ club, sworn to remain single. and all of us working nights to go dack on ourselves and to bother the Ufe out of you, We're actually driving you away from town at the best time of the year. It's a shame!” “Never mind," she sald softly. “t need a change, anyway. I am going to open up my country place, and have ‘a real country Christmas." She looked fat me appealingly. "How would you Mike to run down there for the holt days?” Her words went through me like fan electric shock. 80 I was the chos: fen one! I had auspected it for some time, “Do you really mean it?" I asked, I could see even then the magnitl ‘cent stretches of country surrounding her beautiful estate, and the stately mauaion In the center. Everything was there that the mind or heart could wish, and I was to be lord of it all Not that I cared for the money—I felt that she knew that, “Certainly 1 mean tt. You can run down the day before and stay over for & few days. My aunt will chaperon us, Now, you must go, as I have some business to attend to.” It weemed too good to be true, For the next week I went about as one in dream, Luck was with me, even to ‘the elements, for the day before Christmas dawned unclouded, and gave me the opportunity to run my car down to Miss Galbraith's Instead of taking the train, which 1 detest. It was only a seventy-mile run. I ar rived at six o'clock. As I stepped into the hall, I noticed an unusual com: motion. Suddenly, from behind a pik ar, @ form sprang forth. It was that of Fenson, “Hello, old man! All the’ boys. are here!” “The boys!" exclaimed, “What the deuce do you mean?” ‘At that instapt 1 gazed around me. The ball was piled with merchandise, like a warehouse. Boxes of candy of every conceivable shape mounted to the celling like a pyramid, A mass of the latest holiday books towered aloft on the other side, and in the center were flow- ere, ranged in ge0- metrical masses. Her Christmas an, a u.| | wood heavens:" I cried again. a8, from all the four corners of the es tablishment there issued, one by one the twenty-two members of my club “Can it be?" ‘They sorrowfully grouped them: selves about me, and Fenson, burying ‘his head on my shoulder, almost wept as he replied: "Yes, old fellow, it ie too true, She has Invited every man Jack down here to spend Christmas with her, and an hour ago she skipped back to town all by herself!” ‘There was a solemn pause, The truth was painful, but we felt that we must meet it like men, “Boys.” 1 whispered, “we could fol low her back; but, inasmuch as we are all in the same boat, I move that wo ‘stay here for the holiday and have a ripping old time, and that the secre tary be Immediately empowered to tel ephone her agent that we will take ‘another three years’ lease.” “Second the motion.” said Fenson. And it was carried unanimously. (Copyright, Frank A, Munsey Co.) RECIPE FOR CANDY PUDDING How to Make and Serve a Delicious Confection for the Christ- ‘ois Seuhen., ble slab. Boll together two cupfuls of ing dropped into cold water, remove eres Beem LOOKED THE PART. ae Uf U/ Oe { . f " ‘ Fe; A rg Stranger (in the wild west)—Who ces a oon ae te es oe SiGan ne Chavous Cuan we eed ant mae wee ans Santa Claus makes the heart grow tonder. ‘A fair exchange fs no Christmas sitt, ‘The Kissed girl doesn't dread the mistletoe, Onehalt the world doesn’t know how the other half spends Christ mas. A pretty girl needs no mistletos. ‘A Christmas present in the stocking 4a worth two In the store window.~ | Woman's Home Companion, | vend BASAL By THOMAS L. Aston, gy, SO iNT ine ees eB ire 4 | es { oy: eer ae Ly) N, And 900 west SP nonce Oe tf Det SE Pettey tn leo me tO Prom wo mo that" yt Won't ve me Christmas pretty tate years eet Whittier loosed her husband tt Dphatieally"t nee fe ake aor “Absolutely TAL YOU wey give me any? nt pled Waitnes perimentaly | "Postney Soy fa wodeaeet ‘was just going out, shut the dacr, came back, and sat down In tra ite vite “My dear tr” he on, *1 am gat that you have brought thy une we may aa well welll tow ae Sther time. "You taow thar me, we bave boon doing tha wt ork very Christmas, "About tne tat both declare that we wont weet ether anything: then, Just beet Christmas, werent eit ont att us Diya the other's prensa Tas wil be the seme. Wo Saat falttully not todo; bat haat sa tate, Wo shal breck occa ‘De you mean tosay"decaed Ma, Whither “hat we caniot sun teas exhibition of weaksese’ “Lam simply calling your atta to the facta, tant hat fat Bve been doing?" “Bat this year" “AR! Jont go buck twelve toy, and you will dicorer that tne precisely what wo auld thes, Tears Der it well 1 wan sling oe Gent lted my right band an" wetes freasing a fudge, and" “Don't” {remember alone of this alarming fact that wo ae" Darentiy the slaves ots yeaty ae What havo you to sopeent® simply thle—tiat we ech of agree now to buy the olters peat mr know that You wll ge Sones thing Tdoa't want!” And 1 know that you wil dos same;. Dut fant that what we toe been dolng all long? “"tuen I don't‘eoe. thet wo daw sained anything Havent wot Why not? Arestey doing te opealy? “Thiol ofthe nant ou" Mrs, Whittle ebook her bea MT'don't agree wih Jou te wi v1 think i "would "be much bee ts fo eolect ouraciees ine resmanee want, If you like, you can cine tie while f get mios” “Nonsense! That won't data fa absolutely necessary fort '6 ety tut the clement of serie, Ther fome sneaking, contemplbie alt Rumen ssture which mater a ra nce a year, to surprise eles. Tad fot tha baslo of all Chrsos dy Te a klad of impulsive, ireqeasis Aitctde which tupela Us to bay oot {lng that. we. delude.ousevs it belleving’ tho recilent i crs ft wile all the tine we oupt oot that te probably te, last tg ot arth he or ee wants. Would got) fo both ot thie Nendah piasus? Never! The only thing to do lato Feral, Wnahire aeiew ae that I am going to surprise you with a present; and you must promise to do the samo with me.” Mrs, Wai ttler considered. “Well,” she sald ‘at last, “I suppose that {8 really the best thing for us to do, and I here by agree to doit.” ‘When Christmas eve came, there: ee ee aie i when the Whittlers were accutt to “epring” thelr annual surrise— fench of them bore that perfectly coe fident and identically jostul alt xb usually preceded the presentation Something. we think the other en has been longing for. Whittier advanced with a sail My dear," he sald, “hare (be prise of a lifetime for you." Oh, do tell me!” said Mrs. Wale, with a hypocritical alr of eat Sf ntlcipation, although inwardly shrank from the ordeal, “kor Ei something that T want!” “What do you sunpose it" Mf husband cheerfully inquired “Haven't the least 1.” srWell—it is—it e—guets” “Oh, Teoulda’t! Tell me, queK “Well, it's absolutely nothing. Now tant that a surprise? 1 made UP ST nina that no matter what I €8"™ 305 Tewould bo something You det Want; to T thought 1 would su7i Jou by giving you something tbe Zenda posetbly find fault wi other words, nothing.” Mrs Whittier burst into tet MYou horrid thing!” abo exsist “4 hall never forgive you!” als “Bowe you know that it 0, value of the thing. 1 might £01 Tih iey but the thought cat 260 trled te. please. me would Dae We SRerything. 1 didn't do that 10200 SP as only joking." be exciag breathlessly. “Honest, 1 was oa Ink What have you fot for me, ‘She drew from 8 neighboring ct a Sressingsack, oer which VBS 2 arthnto rapture, al the te fs set ermtnal. Then, with & CE, A so Grew trom his pooket & =O oliar bil. : you don't Ike 1." ho eal ean exchange it for someting re. Whittier shook ber Beat “You didn’t intend to sive 4 s and I'm not going to take it ner Satd,, "Tt was an afterthoustt “But—" Fe phe folded 1 up and pat it BPE ny waisteoat pocket. i Sait forgive you this me.) iy, smiled: “but remember. mF 407 ey fois very much Detter 10 60 07,1 4 te very Matving each other after vegon want than to sty treak up an old bablt; whlch, a0, Pootien ne Te soem, 18 founded OP Corulne human sentiment”, a Bea tnt, by the Frank A Must MOLINE, ILL., NEWS. Mrs. Katherine Bell was pleasantly surprised at her home Thursday evening by a number of tri-city young folks. The evening was spent in music and games. A two-course lunchon was served. Mrs. Bell was the recipient of many beautiful presents. Mr. Henry Ritchie or Peoria spent a few days last week with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Ritchie. Quarterly meeting will be held at the A. M. E. church Sunday, December 21st. Mrs. Jane Pope was a guest at dinner Sunday at the L. B. Tarver residence. Princess Hattipa chapter, No. 35, O. E. S., held their election and installation Friday evening. The officers are: W. M., Mrs. Ella Tarver; W. P., J. W. Ingram; secretary, Mamie Ritchie; treasurer, Mrs. Ella Wood; conductress, Mrs. Mollie Ingram; associate conductress, Mrs. Mollie Robinson. Mr. Joe Alexander of Springfield is in the city, the guest of his daughter, Mrs. Goldie Tarver. Rev. and Mrs. Boyd are on the sick list. Mr. Henry Robinson spent the week end in Peoria. The Tri-City association met at the A. M. E. church Monday evening. A short program was given by the Sunday school. Refreshments were served. Mr. Jonas Marshall has been on the sick list. Prof. and Mrs. J. Hayes Robinson were at home a few days, after a two months' engagement in vaudeville work. They departed again Monday to fill some engagements in the east. How To Bankrupt the Doctors. 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His real worth of character enlisted the interest of business men and "Jake" had the advantages of a high school training. He was the first colored graduate of the local institution. He is survived y his wife and two children, Hazel and Webster, in addition to his brother, Thomas J., and his sister, Mrs. C. H. Marshall, all of this city. Mrs. Sarah Bean of Crystal City, Mo., who came here to attend the funeral of J. R. Busey, returned home Sunday night. Mrs. Ella Delward came over from Galesburg to attend quarterly meeting at Bethel church Sunday and returned home Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stewart of Fairfield visited over Sunday in the city, attending quarterly meeting services at Bethel A. M. E. church. Mrs. Mabel Harver of Galesburg, Ill., is visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Scott McGaw. Miss Oddy McGaw and Mr. Carl Culberson were over Sunday visitors in Galesburg, Ill. Rev. W. H. Saunders of Rock Island and preached the communion sermon at Bethel church Sunday afternoon. Rev. I. N. Daniels, P. E. of the Keokuk district, preached morning and evening. Rev. F. K. Nicholson held monthly communion at the Third Baptist church Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. J. O'Neal entertained Revs. Daniels and Stovall for dinner Sunday. Mrs. Fred Wright joined her husband here Sunday a. m. Mrs. Jennie Johnson returned from Fairfield and Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Friday evening. Rev. A. Boyd assisted with the quarterly meeting at Bethel church Sunday. Mrs. Ella Delward was the guest of Mrs. Rosa Corbin whi le in the city. CLARINDA. IOWA. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Jones spent Thanksgiving in Des Moines, the guest of J. L. Thompson and wife. Mr. Richard Drake has been somewhat indisposed this week. Rev. Mitchell filled his pulpit at Oregon, Mo., Sunday. An entertainment was given on Thanksgiving day at the D of T. by Mrs. Otto Baker. The Trustee Aid gave a dinner and supper at the A. M. E. church Thursday. A neat sum was realized. Mr. Charlie Parrott of Essex is visiting friends a few days. Rev. Mitchell's son of Maryville visited a few days of last week. Mrs. Carrie Reed returned home, being called here by the serious illness of her sister, Mrs. G. Cason. Mrs. Della Couter is reported better. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. S. Stewart, a daughter. Mother and child doing nicely. Mrs. Lizzie Robertson is building a neat little house on her lots in East Clarinda. Little Virginia Pemberton has been on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Robt Franklin spent Thanksgiving in St. Joe. Mrs. Addie Able has been on the sick list. Misses Johnson and Arnett have been visiting friends in Omaha. Little Alice Jones has been ill. 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 OSKALOOSA, IOWA. Mrs. Etta Cheek, who has been here taking care of her mother, Mrs. Sarah Williams, who has been sick for some time, has recovered enough to go home with her daughter, who lives in Chicago, where she will get more care for the winter. Sunday was quarterly meeting, Presiding Elder Moore was here and had three services during the day. 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The public installation of the officers will be held at the first regular meeting in January. An excellent program will be prepared, after which refreshments will be served. The place of the meeting will be announced later. Admission will be free and both men and women are invited. The rally that was conducted last Sunday by the officers, members and friends of the Francis Street Baptist church was very successful, considering the time of year. More than $300 was secured. Mr. Howard Walker says that he went to Leavenworth, Kans., for a visit. From all reports most everyone who attended the Masonic conclave at Kansas City had a pleasant time. Laurie said, "Our team did not get a NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE ON SPECIAL EXECUTION. State of Iowa, Polk county, ss. District court of Polk county, Iowa. Robert Fullerton vs. E. A. Lockwood, Dora Lockwood, Elias Shriver and E. J. West. By virtue of a special execution to me directed, issued by the clerk of the district court of Polk county, Iowa, in favor of Robert Fullerton, and against E. A. Lockwood al, on a judgment rendered by said court on the 9th day of September, A. D. 1913, wherein it was ordered, adjudged and decreed that the following described property be sold to satisfy said judgment, towit: Lot sixty (60) of North University Park, an addition now in and forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Iowa. Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that unless the said defendants appear at my office in Des Moines on or before the 14th day of January, A. D. 1914, at 10 o'clock a.m. of said day, at which time said above described property is hereby advertised to be sold, and pay off the amount of said execution, with interest and costs, I will sell said property, or sufficient thereof to satisfy said execution, with interest and costs, at public outey, to the highest bidder, at the east front door of the courthouse, in Des Moines, Iowa, for cash in hand to pay off said execution. J. F. Griffin, Sheriff of Polk County, Iowa. By J. H. Kelley, Deputy. Sheriff's office, Des Moines, Iowa. Date of first publication, December 12, 1913. Published and printed by The Bystander Co. ```markdown ``` The Largest Stock of Elgin, Hamilton, Longines and Howard Watches In the State in Watches urs us starts Monday morning, used complete in guaranteed 0.00. account of its usefulness and the standard, reliable Elgin $10.00. face styles in all the differ- els of beautiful patterns to they will not last long at be most advisable. all time pieces and have us is back of every watch. mes. ERY STORE FLEMING BUILDING prize, but everyone knows that they did good work." Alonzo Allen said there were many pretty girls there. He did not see very much of the drill James Austin says: "Boys, I never saw so many pretty girls at one place before." Sam Brewer said the drilling was fine, but it continued until so late that he could not finish his dance program and with so many good dancers present it was sad when 'Home Sweet Home' was played. It is very likely that the transportation companies between here and Kansas City will benefit by the frequent trips of some of our young men to that city. A certain young man is expecting two young lady guests during the holidays. What if they should come at the same time? A large number of persons from this city will go to Atchison, Kans., to attend the Inter-State Literary society. A very timely and interesting program was rendered by the members of the Business Men's League at the Masonic Temple, Nineteenth and Angeline streets, last Monday night. A paper, subject "What the Professional Men, Ministers, Teachers, Doctors, Lewyers, Etc., Can Do To Assist the Business Men and Women," was read by E. W. Thompson, druggist. After the discussion of that subject by different persons, Mrs. Lane recited one of her good recitations. The League will meet next Monday night at the Francis Street Baptist church and on the 22nd at the First Baptist church in South St. Joseph. The meetings of the League are opened promptly at 8:30. The annual bazaar at the New Hope Baptist church was held last week and though it rained every night, yet the attendance was large and a nice sum of money was secured to assist in building a new church. The pastor, Rev. J. H. Brooks, said the contract would be let this week for the erection of a building. Since the excavation is completed, if the weather remains good they can complete the basement in a few weeks. Rev. Bryant, P. E., held the first quarterly meeting of this conference year at the Ebenezer A. M. E. chuarch last Sunday. Mrs. Prince McGaugh and brother, Mr. Edward Pugh, returned from their visit at St. Louis last Monday night. Fit His Case Exactly. "When father was sick about six years ago, he read an advertisement of Chamberlain's Tablets in the papers that fit his case exactly," writes Miss Margaret Campbell of Ft. Smith, Ark. "He purchased a box of them and he has not been sick since. My sister had stomach trouble and was who benefited by them." For sale by all dealers. We handle a complete line of jewelry at prices that are the lowest Our Motto HONEST GOODS AT HONEST PRICES Boyson Jly. Co. NORTH WESTERN WATCH INSPECTOR Buxton and Bell Plaine 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 CEDAR RAPIDS Mrs. Charley Turner has returned from a week's end in Lincoln, Neb., visiting her brother. She reports a pleasant visit. Mrs. Flo Lavell is ill at her home on Eighth avenue West. We hope to see her out again soon. Mr. and Mrs. French Perkins have been suffering the past week with la gripe. The choir will have special singing Sunday. All are invited to attend. Rev. Peterson preached Sunday night to a large audience. As Cedar Rapids is blessed with so many preachers they are about to organize into a club of their own. Mr. Fred Perkins is reported on the sick list. 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A good place to get Rooms and Board down town is at Mrs Ella Epperson 507 Grand Avenue Meals are Served to the Public Phone Red 4076. MRS. ELLA EPPERSON, Prop. Jonès Cafe 1 2 3 Iowa State Bystande Entered at the postoffice as sec and class matter Publisher every day by the by stander Publishing Company. De Maurice Iowa. Office in Chemical building, corner Seventh and Mul berry streets. Iowa phone. Wap 892. SIOUX CITY IOWA Rev. H. L. Houghton, secretary of the Associated Charities, preached at the A. M. E. church Sunday evening. Mrs. Margaret Thompson is suffering from a slight stroke of paralysis. Mr. A. L. Dorsey will lecture at the A. M. E. church Wednesday evening. The Chitterling supper given by the A. I. P. club was a great success. Thirty dollars was realized. During the evening a splendid program was rendered. The A. M. E. Sunday school is making preparations for its Xmas program. The Art and Culture club was entertained on Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. James Anthony. During the business session plans were made for a reception to be held December 30, which will be tendered to their husbands and friends. A two-course lunchon was served at the close of the afternoon. Mrs. Miller of South Sioux City, Neb., was hostess, entertaining the members of the A. I. P. club at their meeting on Friday afternoon. Following the business session, congenial friends found pleasure in an afternoon of visiting, as they busied themselves in fancy work. Light refreshments were served at the close of the afternoon. Mrs. Orpha Washington is visiting her son and family at Bay City, Mich. The stewardesses of the A. M. E. church will give a men's social on December 22. Prizes will be awarded to the largest, tallest and shortest man. Mrs. Walter Williams, who has been ill with appendicitis, is convalescing. Naomi chapter, No. 7, O. E. S., held its annual election and the following officers were elected: Worthy matron, Mrs. Anna Norris; worthy patron, T. H. Sturges; associate matron, Mrs. Irene Sturges; conductress, Mrs. A. M. Askew; associate conductress, Mrs. V. Shores; secretary, Mrs. Eta Grant, and treasurer, J. W. Norris. The Xmas program under the supervision of Messrs. O. Mullen and C. E. Stubblefield, will be rendered Xmas evening at the Mt. Zion Baptist church. Willie Morgan the little son of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Morgan, who underwent an operation for appendicitis at the German Lutheran hospital, has been removed to his home. BUXTON REVIEW. Mr. Morris Foster is somewhat better at this writing. Mr. J. W. Riggs has been on the sick list this week. Miss Ollie Smith from Des Moines was in our city a few days visiting Miss Georgia Blackburn a few days. St. John's A. M. E. Sunday morning services were poorly attended on account of the sudden change of the weather. But we had a nice service after all. The pastor preached from Luke, 4th chapter. Sunday school in the morning: Christian Endeavor at 6 o'clock. Meetings were quite interesting. Led by the president, R. H. Steward. The topic was, "Were the Ideal Christian." We hope to see as many out next Sunday. The Missoin Circle met at Mrs Paris Williams and the state president met with us, Mrs. W. A. Brown and gave us some helpful remarks on mission work, after which a delightful lunch was served. The B. Y. P. U. are doing nicely. The Y. is getting along nicely with its work. Bible class every Sunday. We had a nice attendance out Sunday. Discussion. Christ and the Nobleman. DAVENPORT NOTES Mrs. Munson of Monmouth, Ill., is visiting her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Harris of Wall street. The Third Baptist church is making arrangements for a baby contest during the holidays. The first prize will be $2.50 in gold; second prize, a gold ring. Mrs. Frances Baker will spend the holidays in Des Moines and Omaha, Neb. The Sewing Circle of the Third Baptist church meets once a week and is doing a fine work. Sunday is Stewardesses day at Bethel A. M. E. church. The program is quite full and will be very entertaining. Little Rex Henry is some better. Lyman Shepard remains quite sick. Rev. T. B. Stovall visited members and friends in Rock Island on Monday, taking dinner with Rev. W. H. Saunders and family. L. F. Phillips preached an able sermon at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday night. Mrs. H. O. Lewis and sons, Harold and Charles, of Detroit, Mich., are visiting Mrs. Emma Shepard of West Ninth street. Mrs. Hazel Stokes of East Des Moines, Iowa, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown, 2026 Cherry street. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Buckner entertained in honor of their second year's wedding anniversary last Thursday evening. Are you a subscriber to The By-Subscribe for Iowa State Bystander. ROCK ISLAND ILL. The services were very impressive all day Sunday at the McKinley Baptist church. The Sunday school was largely attended. Of course we are getting ready for Xmas. The pastor, Rev. J. W. Whitfield, requests all the children who attend church and who do not attend His Sunday school to be present next Sunday morning at the 11 o'clock services. On last Sunday evening the services at McKinley chapel were splendid. In connection with the revivals which have been going on for two weeks. Mrs. Mary Perkins is ill at her home, 712 Seventh avenue. Mrs. Guy Smith is ill at the home of Mrs. Collins, South Rock Island. Mr. Fred Hoskins will give a musical entertainment at McKinley chapel December 23. Everyone is invited to attend. Little Emma Brown of Davenport visited Saturday with Miss Carrie McComb at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hoskins. Don't forget to come out on next Wednesday evening to the Xmas tree at McKinley chapel. SALISBURY, MO., SCRIBBLINGS. Weather fine for the time of year. Quite a deal of sickness here. Mr. Wm. Dameron was called to Moberly on Sunday to attend the funeral of his brother, Mr. Henry Dameron, of 110 Horsely street. Mr. Charley Bailey is rebuilding his house that was burned the 27th of August. When completed it will be a beautiful two-story mansion. Mr. Oscar Hairgrow fell from a scaffold while at work on Mr. Samuel Lewis' house at Dalton on December 6th and broke three ribs on the left side. He is doing as well as could be expected for one of his weight and are. Mr. Ben Johnson of Dalton, Mo. and Mr. Albert Jones of St. Joseph, Mo., w ere Salisbury visitors Sunday. Prof. W. E. Bailey of Bartlett school of Dalton made a flying trip to Salisbury on Saturday. Rev. O. H. Ward, pastor of the A. M. E. church, had a rally Sunday. Money raised, $146.64. Be it said for Rev. Ward he is a wide-awake, up-to-date pastor, one of the coming young men. Prof. C. W. Hairgrow of St. Joseph, Mo., visited his father from Wednesday until Monday, owing to his father's serious accident, breaking of three ribs and otherwise hurt. Miss Ella Wills of Kansas City, Mo., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Harvey. Mr. M. M. Hurt of Omaha, Neb. and his sister, Mrs. C. Thompson, of British Columbia will spend Xmas week with their uncle, Mr. J. R. Harper. Miss Ella M. Logan and Miss Anna Lee of St. Joseph will visit Mrs. L. L. Hairgrow during the holidays. Mr. W. T. Moss is indisposed. Mr. John Page returned home from St. Louis, Mo., Sunday. Mrs. Celia Gooch returned home Saturday from Keytesville, after a three weeks' stay. Prof.J J. H. Bolden and his assistant, Miss B. F. McAdams, are doing some fine work in our public schools. They are the right teachers in the right place. May The Bystander ever live and prosper is the wish of the Scribbler. OSKALOOSA, IOWA The L. P. L. club met Friday afternoon at Mrs. Franklin's. They meet next Friday at Mrs. H. Poindexter's. The Second Baptist church gave an entertainment at their church on Saturday night. They are trying to get it finished before the severe cold weather. Miss Jennie Hardy, who has been sick for an ew days, is reported able to be out. Mr. W. M. Hart, who is visiting at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Oscar Roper, of Albia, has been quite sick. His daughter, Mrs. Willie Lewis, of St. Paul, Minn, has been down to see him and came through here to spend a few days at the home of Mrs. W. Thomas. The Wesley Chapel M. E. church will give their annual opossum supper December 11th. Mrs. Bell Bush, who has been quite sick, is improving slowly. Robt. Franklin and son, Horace, were home Saturday for a short visit, returning to Hoover on Sunday. WASHINGTON, IOWA, NOTES. Geo. Berkley is visiting at the parental Chas. Berkley home. Mrs. Robt. Armstrong of Chicago spent Sunday at the Sarah Armstrong home. Mr. Lewis Wallace has resigned his position at the Washington National bank. Mrs. G. W. Black has recovered from her recent illness. Nettie Campbell left last Wednesday for York, N. D., where she will visit at the Robt. Crump home till after the holidays. Mrs. T. L. Burnett, who was ill, is able to be out again. The Y. M. C. A. state conference was held in this city December 5, 6 and 7 and had an attendance of about 400 young men and boys. Some of the most noted workers among boys in the United States were the speakers and the convention was voted the best that had been held. Among those here were Messrs. Townsend, Mills, Price, Mills and Miller, representatives from the Buxton Y. M. C. A., of whom everybody felt proud of the part each had in the conference. On Sunday evening, December 7, Messrs. Townsend and Mills took the Young People's hour at the A. M. E. church and gave interesting and inspiring talks to the young folks. Last Sunday was quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church and three rousing meetings were held. Mrs. Carey, the evangelist, conducted the morning service and the Rev. S. B. Moore, presiding elder of the Des Moines district, conducted the others. 13 UNITED IN WEDLOCK. This announcement will no doubt come to our readers as a surprise in announcing the marriage of Mr. Fred Johnson of Gravity, Iowa, and Miss Daisy Jerada Clay, daughter of Mr. Henry Clay, a well known citizen of this city. The marriage was quietly solemnized Wednesday evening, December 17th, at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Louise Gray, of Day street, Rev. Brice U. Taylor performing the ceremony. Only immediate relatives and a very few friends witnessed the ceremony, after which the next morning the happy couple took their departure for their future home in Gravity. THE HOME OF THE MAYFIELD MUSEUM THE HOME OF THE FAMILY The spacious residence of Atty, and Mrs. S. Joe Brown at 1058 West Fifth street, which is the scene of many functions of the religious, fraternal and literary organizations of Des Moines, as both the heads of this home are very active along all these lines, Atty. Brown being Secretary of the A. M. E. e. church, past grand patron of the Iowa Order of the Eastern Star, Senior grand warden of This is Rev. Moore's first appearance here and the good impression made and the soul-inspiring, interesting and intellectual discourses rendered will be lasting in the hearts and minds of the people. Henry Rhodes has been confined to his bed since Sunday with a severe attack of rheumatism. It seems to have a good hold on him. His numerous friends are waiting on him and he is receiving the best of attention. A speedy recovery is hoped for. ALBIA NEWS. Mrs. Cornelius Thomas has been sick the past week. Mrs. Udell Lewis is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Oscar Roper, this week. The business meeting of the Mite Missionary society was held at the home of Mrs. M. F. Ward on Thursday evening. A very interesting paper was read by Mrs. Mary Harris on "Needs of Missionary Workers," after which a nice lunch was served by Mrs. Ward and Miss Pauline Thomas. Mrs. Ed Downs, who has been Early Xmas Buying Specials Don't wait until the lection, buy now while induce early buying we specials for Monday. Don't wait until the last day to make your selection, buy now while the choosing is good. To induce early buying we offer some very interesting specials for Monday. $1.75 Women's best quality Wool Felt Romeos, fur or ribbon trimmed, all good colors represented, special.....$1.35 $1.25 Women's Felt Romeos, Opera Slippers and Comfyfs, hand turned soles, special.....98c $3.00 Men's Foost House Slippers, Tan and Wine, full leather lined, turned soles, special.....$2.45 $1.75 Men's opera Everett and Romeos Vici Kid, hand turned House Slippers, all colors, special at.....$1.45 Kahler 519 W Notice Our W IOWA STATE BYSTANDER The bride is one of our charming and lovable young girls, who was born and educated in Des Moines, having attended the West Des Moines high school and one year at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial school at Tuskegee, Ala. The groom is one of our successful young farmers in Taylor county, where he was born, raised and graduated from the high school there. He is now a rural mail carrier and is perhaps one of the youngest carriers in the state among the colored carriers. He comes from a very fine family and is one of the rising young men in this state. The Bystander extends congratulations nad wishes this happy couple a successful married life. THE HOME OF THE HISTORIC MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA Iowa Masons and ex-president of the Inter-State Literary association of the middle west; while Mrs. Brown is president of the Richard Allen Aid society of the A. M. E. church, grand lecturer of the Iowa Order of the Eastern Star, organizer of the Iowa Federation of Colored Women's Clubs and superintendent of the social science department of the National Association of Colored Women. stopping with Mrs. Jameson with her sick husband, Mr. Ed Downs, returned to Buxton on Sunday. Mrs. Roy Grayson and two children, Ben and Leroy, of Hocking, were in Albia two days of this week at the parental G. A. Davis home. Rev. R. B. Manly dismissed his services on Sunday morning at the A. M. E. church to attend services at the Union Tabernacle, also the A. M. E. Sunday school was in attendance at the Union Tabernacle. The program of the Mite Missionary society on Sunday evening was very nice. Those in attendance from out of town were Miss Viola Young, Mr. Charles and Mr. Roy Young from Hocking and Mrs. McCarthy and little boy from Hawkeye. OTTUMWA, IOWA. A special communication of Eastern Star chapter, No. 4, Eastern Star chapter, No. 4, held their annual installation of officers last Tuesday evening at their hall, corner of Green and Main streets, as follows: Mrs. Mary Bailey, worthy matron. Mr. Geo. Bailey, worthy patron. the last day to make your se- the choosing is good. To e offer some very interesting $1.75 Women's best quality Wool Felt Romeos, fur or ribbon trimmed, all good colors represented, special..... $1.35 $1.25 Women's Felt Romeos, Opera Slippers and Comfys, hand turned soles, special..... 98c use Slippers, Tan and Wine, ed soles, spe- $2.45 Bryant Walnut Window Display Mrs. D. B. Johnson, associate matron. Mrs. Mattie Weeks, treasurer. Mrs. Emma Smith, secretary. Mrs. Mary Taylor, warden. Mr. Joe Weeks, sentinel. Miss Cora Hennington, Adah. Miss Birdie Williams, Ruth. Miss Adam Davis, Esther. Miss Flossie Williams, Martha. Miss Addie Elliott, Electa, for the ensuing year. Wheelock's E. L. DOUGHERTY Manager Christmas is only a few days away and never before have we had such a beautiful display of China and Glassware, German China plates in Floral and Gold decorations, just the thing for the dining room rail at 25c, 39c, 50c, 75c and $1.00. Sugars and Creamers in color and gold ranging from 25c to $1.00 a pair. Fancy Salad Bowls at 50c to $1.00 and $1.25. Fancy Japanese Baskets and Cut Glass. A CHRISTMAS PRESENT OF A IS ONE THAT CHEERS ALL THE YEAR ROUND. It takes the rough edges off your feelings when you go home after a disappointing day—it gives good cheer, a refreshing, quieting influence. GET ONE FOR YOUR HOME. Everybody enjoys a Victrola. $15.00, $25.00, $40.00, $50.00, $65.00, $75.00, $100, $150 and $200. Easy payments arranged any time. 316 Sevnth St. PHONE, 4373 WALNUT. PHILIS WHEATLY PETERS. Twas mercy brought me from my pagan land, Taught my benighted soul to understand, That there is a God, That there is a Savior too; Once I redemption neither sought nor knew; Some view our sable race with scornful eyes. Their color is a diabolic die. Remember Christian Negro black as Cain May be refined and jjoin its angelic train. This verse is a tribute from the oldest American Negro writer on being brought from Africa to America in 1761, between the age of 7 and 8 years old, without any assistance from school education and by only what she was taught in the family. She in sixteen months' time from her arrival attained the English language, to which she was an utter stranger before to such a degree as to read any of the most difficult part of the sacred writings, to the astonishment of all who heard her. She at an early age showed her talent as a verse writer and before twenty years of age she had written most of her verses and poems. In 1776 she paid this high tribute to the king of England in verse: Great God direct and guard him from all on high. And from his head let every evil fly. And may each clime with equal gladness see A monarch smile can set his subject free. She has written eight poems upon the death of friends. In one of these she has so beautifully expressed her own feeling and touched the hearts and expressed the feeling of so many others. What shall my sympathizing verse impart. Where is the balm to heal so deep a wound? Where shall a sovereign's remedy be found. Look gracious Spirit from thin heavenly bowr. And thy full joys into their bosom pour. The raging tempest of their grief control, And spread the dawn of glory through the soul, To eye the path the conferring riches and the royal bride Knit to my soul forever thou remain With me nor quit my regal roof again. My last recital from this oldest Negro American writer will be from her farewell address to America in 1773: But thou temptation hence away, With all thy fatal train. Thrice happy they whose heavenly shield shelf Secure their soul from harm And fell temptation on the field Of all its power disarms. May Mary Frances Davis, Albia, Iowa. California Woman Seriously Alarmed. "A short time ago I contracted a severe cold which settled on my lungs and caused me a great deal of annoyance. I would have bad coughing spells and my lungs were so sore and inflamed I began to be seriously alarmed. A friend recommended Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, saying she had used it for years. I bought a bottle and it relieved my cough the first night, and in a week I was rid of the cold and soreness of my lungs," writes Miss Marie Gerber, Sawtelle, Cal. For sale by all dealers. ```markdown ``` CHASE & WEST Let's Be Frank We want the colored people to come here and buy their funiture. There are lots of them buying here now--and they get the same courteous treatment accorded to all. Just now you are looking for Christmas gifts--then do not overlook the practical things that give enjoyment every day in the year. Below we offer a few Suggestions for Christmas Telephone Stands with Chairs Smokers' Sets Cellarettes Dressers and Chiffoniers Brass and Iron Beds Mahogany Beds Dressing Tables Bedroom Rockers Large Rockers and Chairs Davenports and Couches Magazine Racks Tea Wagons Pedestals Reed and Rattan Furniture Hall Seats and Mirrors Sewing Tables Medicine Chests Costumers Hall and Mantel Clocks Caloric Fireless Cookers Table Cutlery Carving Sets Kitchen Utensils Electric Curling Irons Electric Percolaters Baking Dishes and Roasters Electric Sad Irons Stoves and Ranges n's Presents s, Beds, Tables, Writing Desks, Shoo oll Carriages, Toy Pianos, Veloci- s, Hobby Horses, Sleds, Ete. GOODS AND TOYS TIME Texas Comes the Best One take it so much more Happy by house we've added hundreds of ly that you'll find very impres- ry age- old, young, alike, chief eano Children's Dressers, Chiffoniers, Beds, Tables, Writing Desks, Shoo Flies, Wagons, Drums, Doll Carriages, Toy Pianos, Velociopedes, Automobiles, Hobby Horses, Sleds, Ete. EVERY TIME Christmas Comes It Is Made the Best One This year you'll make it so much more Happy by Shopping with us, because we've added hundreds of the items in good quality that you'll find very impressive to the mind at every age- old, young, alike, Chief among which is the An attractive, instructive mechanical device for the development of a constructive mind. You, as well as your boy, will be much interested in this mechanical device. Buy One Now For Your Boy Don't pay high prices for useless stuff, but educate him if he shows mechanical bent. Prices from $36 down as low as $1.00 Toy Games Toy Games $5,000.00 Stock of Toys and Games Are On Display For Your Christmas Shopping Now. Cards, 10e to 50e. Card Games, 10e up. Skates, 50e to $3.50. Sleds, $1.50 to $4.25. Baseball Goods, 10e to $5.00. Foot Balls, 50e to $5.00. Jerseys, $1.00 to $2.50. Sweaters, $2.00 to $8.00. Caps, 50e to $1.50. Hunting Clothing, all prices. Pennants and Pillows, 25e up School Blankets, $5 and $6. Boxing Gloves, $1.00 to $8.00. Punching Bags, $1.00 to $8.00. Golf and Tennis Outfits. Pocket Cutter, 25e up Gun Cases, 50e to $5.00. Refrigerator Baskets, $5 up. Maniecure Sets, $1.00 to $8.00. Ice Hot Bottle, $1.00 to $3.50. Mechanical Toys, 50e up. KINS S. CO. 618-620 Locust St. INES, IOWA We have hundreds of other items suitable for Christmas gifts for the Boy, the Mother, the Sister or even yourself that will fill in where nothing else can. We want to show you. Subscribe for the Iowa State Bystander and quit borrowing your neighbor's paper to read. New and Used Pianos Piano Benches and Stools Victrolas and Records Record Cabinets Music Cabinets Sectional Book Cabinets Office Desks Ladies' Writing Desks Library Tables Pictures Mahogany Candlesticks Pictures—Mirrors Gentlemen's Chifforobes Blacking Cases Kitchen Cabinet Vacuum and Carpet Sweepers Cedar Chests and Waist Boxes Folding Screens Sideboards Dining Tables China Closets Set of Dining Chairs Andirons and Fire Screens Buy One Now For Your Boy Don't pay high prices for useless stuff, but educate him if he shows mechanical bent. Prices from $26 down as low as $1.00 Cards, 10e to 50e. Card Games, 10e up. Skates, 50e to $3.50. Sleds, $.50 to $4.25. Basketball Goods, 10e to $5.00. Foot Balls, 50e to $5.00. Jerseys, $1.00 to $2.50. sweaters, $1.00 to $8.00. Caps, 50e to $1.50. Hunting Clothing, all prices. MEMBER NATIONAL PRESS ASSOCIATION