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THE BYSTANDER Pay Boost and read The Bystander XXIII No. 22 EDITOR'S OBSERVATIONS UPON leaving Macon we arrived in Moberly, Mo., which is the largest railroad center in north central Missouri. There are about 12,000 people of which nearly 2,000 are colored. There are four churches, two Baptist one A. M. E. and one M. E. All seem to be doing fairly well. They are holding union services in the afternoon on Sunday. There are two doctors. Dr. J. S. Peay has been here for several years. He has a good practice and owns valuable property. Dr. H. A. Longdon, the other physician, is a young man and has been here but a short time, yet he has made many friends. He is a college man and will win success. Mr. S. E. Boone is now an ordained preacher and has charge of one of the churches outside of this city, and is doing well. His brother still owns the pantatorium. He is also doing nicely. They are both active in church and society work. E. J. Alexander is still in the contracting business. He has built a beautiful home on West Coats street, and he is a cousin to Price Alexander of Des Moines. The public school is presided over by Prof. L. P. Quinn, a bright young man, who has three assistant teachers under him. They have a new school building and their attendance this fall is larger than any previous years. Mr. Quinn owns valuable property on Foster avenue. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Kirby on Fiske avenue are still living there and doing nicely. Mrs. A. B. Brooks, one of the oldest settlers, lives here and her only son is living in Des Moines. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bass still run the hotel on North Ault street and he is doing nicely. Mrs. Althouse is still there and owns valuable property. Mr. Hardin Alderson is doing well, also R. W. Kirby. They both own nice homes. Mr. A. Tymony owns their home on West Lee street. The restaurant is still at the same place in Dr. Paey's building, and is doing well. Many of our people are working at the round house and for the Wabash railroad company and seem to be progressing. We next made Mexico, Mo., a live little town with nearly 1,800 colored people. One colored grocery, three restaurants and doing as well as could be expected under democratic times. This is the home of the famous Thos. Bass, the famous horse owner. He owns a beautiful home and a large barn, where he has about fifty head of fine horses all the time. He was out making the fairs, and only his wife and son are home, with other help necessary to run the place. They have a room that is fairly decorated with silver and gold cups and medals of all descriptions, along with fully 500 badges of first and second prizes, that Mr. Bass has won in the past twelve years. In fact I do not know of another white or colored man who has so many first prizes as Mr. Bass. It was the greatest sight that I have ever seen, to see so many first prizes all by one man. Mr. Cooper and Mr. Douglas still run their first class tonsorial shop, and are doing well. Rev. Hayes owns a nice home. They were not at home when I was there. Our next stop was in Huntsville. This is a nice community. Many own their own homes and others are buying. Prof. Pettigrew, who is the secretary of the U. B. F.'s, lives here, and his wife, who has been sick, is much improved. They own a beautiful home. Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Robinson are old settlers here and own a beautiful home. Their daughter is well known in Des Moines and attended school there. Mr. Robinson is a very fine man and well liked. M. F. Metlock is doing nicely. Rev. J. S. Moore has charge of the Second Baptist church and is a very able and scholarly divine, and the church under his supervision is advancing. Mrs. Mansfield owns a beautiful home and is doing nicely. Mr. Joe Oliver, Ed Whitfield and J. D. Carmichael are all doing nicely. BUXTON, IOWA. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Miles celebrated their first anniversary at the home of Mrs. Mary Miles on Monday evening, November 6. They received many beautiful gifts and every one present reports a pleasant time. Rev. Ferribee, ex-pastor of the A. M. E. church, is in the city for a few days. Mrs. Dr. Carter has gone to Columbus, Ohio, to visit relatives for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Alice Carey entertained the Organ club Friday afternoon. Officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows: Mrs. Annie Humbles, president; Mrs. Roberta Bailey, vice president; Gussie Mardis, secretary; Mrs. Ada Miles, assistant secretary; Mrs. Pearl Carter, treasurer. A dainty two-course luncheon was served, after which they adjourned to meet with Mrs. Josephine Lewis on November 17th. Miss Lola Hart, who was called to Davenport owing to the illness of her father, has returned. Miss Esther Calloway of Moberly, DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1916. Mo., is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Lizzie Ashby. Mrs. Henrietta Jones entertained the Self-Culture club last week. Mr. Joe Sorrell has gone to join his wife in Milwaukee, where they will make it their future home. Miss Gussie Mardis has begun working at the Monroe Mercantile company store again. Mrs. Rebecca Bingham entertained the Progressive club last Wednesday afternoon. A two-course luncheon was served and those that participated report a pleasant time. A republican rally was held at the Y. M. C.A. last Monday night. A full house was entertained by several noble republican speakers. Music was furnished by the Buxton concert band. Mr. Wm. Bailey, master of ceremonies. After the meeting adjourned the Progressive club served and it was a success financially. FORT MADISON NOTES The masquerade concert given at the A. M. E. church Hallowe'en night was a decided success. Mrs. M. Payton entertained Rev. L. W. Routt and family at a 1 o'clock dinner Sunday. A missionary society was organized last Thursday afternoon at the A. M. E. parsonage. The following officers were elected: President, Mrs. L. W. Routt; vice president, Miss Ruth Mack; secretary, Miss Jennie Harper; assistant secretary, Mrs. Richard Anderson; treasurer, Mrs. C. Payton; collecting committee, Mrs. R. Harper, Mrs. C. Johnson and Mrs. H. Sanders. The following officers have been elected for the A. M. E. Sunday school for the ensuing year: Superintendent, Mr. D. Isom; assistant superintendent, Miss Jennie Harper; secretary, Miss Madge Goodwin; assistant secretary, Miss Lola Wyett; treasurer, Mrs. M. Payton; organist, Mrs. Lucy King; chorister, Mrs. L. W. Routt. Rev. E. Butler of Keokuk, the conference missionary, delivered a soul-stirring sermon at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday night. Mrs. Geo. Harper entertained Rev. Butler, L. W. Routt and family at 6 o'clock dinner Sunday evening. Messrs. Clarence Alden, Dewey Holmes and Walter Butler of Keokuk were Fort Madison visitors Monday. The spelling match given under the auspices of the People's Forum at the Baptist church last Monday night was a decided success in every way. Miss Ruth Mack received first prize. DAVIDSON'S IOWA'S LARGEST FURNITURE STORE 412-414-416-418 - WALNUT-ST. This Marvelous Cole's High Oven Hot- Blast Range Burns the Cheapest Fuel with Wonderful Results Expert Demonstrators will gladly show intersted housewives how this Cole's range Heats, Bakesand Cooks at the same time, why it bakes uniformly, how the heat is regulated, how all gas as well as the fuel is consumed, and used to best advantage 6-pc. Aluminum Set FREE WASHINGTON, IOWA, NEWS. Mrs. H. H. R. Crayton has returned from a ten days' visit with relatives at Hedrick and Ottumwa, Iowa. The Ladies' Aid of the A. M. E. church gave a social for the benefit of the trustees one evening last week and was successful in the effort. The King's Jewels had a social time in the lecture room of the church on Hallowe'en. The youngsters had a jolly time. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ballew on November 4th. Both mother and child doing nicely. Mrs. Wm. Greenway, Jr., of Muscatine has returned to her home, after a short visit at the Walter Williams home. Mrs. Walter Williams is home from the hospital, where she had a very serious and successful operation. She is doing nicely and improving every day, much to the delight of her many friends. Mrs. Eliza Haines is home again, after a siege of sickness at the hospital, where she was well taken care of. Mr. and Mrs. John Mondy have moved from route No. 1 to a residence on East Third street, city. Saturday night at the residence of the bride's father, Henry Campbell, occurred the marriage of his daughter, Margaret, to Mr. Chas. Mckain, Rev. H. D. Morgan of the A. M. E. church officiating, in the presence of a few relatives and friends. The couple were unattended. The new Mr. and Mrs. McKain will make their home in the second flat of the Campbell home, where they are at home to their many friends. Mrs. Sarah Stokes is visiting friends in Muscatine. Miss Marie Whaley has a taffy pull at her home this Friday evening, when all the youngsters of the city will congregate at the Whaley home. All the people of this state should be proud of our athletes who are attending the several colleges in the manner in which they are carrying off the plums in the football scrimmage, especially Ashby and Butler, Hurrah for our side! As solid as Gibraltar should have been the pass word among the voters Tuesday in favor of S. Joe Brown for the judgeship and a precedent will have been established that would have its weight in gold for the near future. United we stand, and win; divided we fall, and lose. CLARINDA, IOWA Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Jones of Red Oak motored to Clarinda on Sunday and visited friends. Mr. L. W. Williams expects to make a business trip to, Ottumwa on Thursday. The ladies of the Crochet club met at Mrs Give Nowling's on last Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Williams of Shenandoah, also Miss Vance and Mr. Forbes visited with Mrs. Gertrude Cason on Sunday, driving back in their car Sunday evening. Dick Morris is shaking hands with his Clarinda friends. Mrs. Dick Johnson of Gravity visited between trains with Mrs. G. N. Nowling on Sunday. Subscribe for the Bystander. Mr. Louis Montgomery and (wife, also MissCattie and Lydia Montgomery and Miss Francis Mitchell, motored to Marysville on Sunday and spent the day. Rev. Mitchell, pastor of the Second Baptist church, is helping with revival meetings in Buxton, Iowa. Miss Eva Looney entertained the High School club Monday evening. OMAHA. NEB. Misses Ethel Brown, Beatrice, McGown, Mattie and Willie Henderson entertained at a Hallowe'en party Tuesday evening at the residence of Miss Mattie Hendrickson, 3211 Pinkney. Prizes were awarded to Mr. Willie Nolan, who made the best girl, Myrtle Woodson the best boy, Muriel Brown the neatest, Frank Moore the most comical. The guests departed, reporting a grand time. The Bethel Baptist church held baptism and dedicated the new church bell Sunday, November 5th. There was a crowded house to encourage Rev. Thomas Taggart. Clarence Cameron White while in th ecity was thequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph LaCour, who have just moved into their beautiful newhome, 2411 Maple street. He was also a dinner guest of his cousin, Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Smith, of 1516 North Twenty-fifth street. Mrs. Minnie Brown and daughter spent Sunday in South Omaha worshipping and visiting friends. Anyone having news for the Iowa Bystander call Web 2362. Miss MurielBrown, 2216 N. Twenty-seventh avenue. ALBIA NEWS. Mesdames Virgine Burns and Robinson and daughter. Miss Alberta Robinson, of Hocking, was in Albia on Thursday. Miss Viola Young from Des Moines is visiting in Albia for a few days. Mr. Bud Scott and Mr. Edmunds of Foster were in Albia on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Carthon and children and Mrs. Andrew Stovall of Hiteman were in Albia on Thursday. Mr. Clinton Taylor and friend from Omaha spent Saturday in Albia and left Sunday morning for Des Moines. left Sunday morning for Des Moines. Mr. William Bennings of Fort Dodge is in Albia the past week and moved his family to that city. Mr. and Mrs. John Allen and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Washington spent Sunday in Buxton. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Butler entertained Mrs. Ora Anderson of Buffalo, N. Y, and Miss Jewett Lewis to a 12 o'clock dinner on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Smith of Albia motored to Ottumwa on Saturday. Mr. Spencer of Grinnell spent a few hours at the home of Mr. Walter Bennings on Sunday before returning to his home. (Special to Bystander.) Miss Cora Bates of Buxton was a visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Lewis on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Butler entertained Mrs. J. T. Anderson and Miss Jewett Lewis to dinner Sunday. The Young People's club met at the social center Sunday afternoon. An interesting meeting was held and she life of the late Paul L. Dunbar was discussed. A special meeting will be held next Sunday and all who are interested in the work are urged tobe present. CHILLICOTHE, MO., ITEMS. Mrs. James Robinson of St. Joseph, Mo., spent the week-end with her sister, Mrs. Clem Brown. Mrs. Geo. W. Wright of Mexico, Mo., visited the week-end with Mrs. James Burton. Mrs. Maude Wilkerson of Des Moines, Iowa, grand matron of the O. E. S. of Iowa, was a visitor with her brother, Mr. W. W. Rowland. Mrs. Myra Douglas of Minnesota was a visitor with Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Rowland for a few days. Grand Master W. W. Fields and Mrs. Fields and Mr. Fields, a nephew of W. W. Fields, motored over Sunday from Cameron and spent the day with Mr. V. E. Williams and family. Mrs. Fannie Murray spent the week-end in Kansas City, Mo. Rev. S. D. Lovell of Lathrop arrived Monday to be here on election day. Miss Artie Boone, a pupil of Garrison school, has gone to St. Louis to make her home with her aunt. GALESBURG. ILL. The A. L. C. was entertained at the home of Mrs. M. Fletcher on Thursday, November 9th. The Thimble circle was entertained at the home of Mrs. A. Johnson on Friday, November 10th. The P. W. club was entertained at the home of Miss Arvine Crawford on Wednesday, November 8th. Rev. J. H. Garrison, pastor of the A. M. E. church, and wife were surprised by sixty friends Friday evening. The party was in the nature of a gift party, each one coming with a pound of staple groceries. John H. Washington, on behalf of the church, presented the gifts to the pastor and wife. The gifts were greatly appreciated. The stewardess of the A. M. E. church, assisted by the evening choir, gave a reception Tuesday night in honor of the Rev. and Mrs. Garrison, who have just come to the pastorate of the church, and in honor of Rev. and Mrs. S. B. Moore, who will leave soon for Keokuk, Iowa. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served. The ladies of the As You Like H Crochet club and their husbands enjoyed a Hallowe'en party Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Bell. The trip to the country was in a truck. Everyone carried a horn and made plenty of noise. The party were returning home and about games were indulged in. The honors of the evening going to Mr. J. Wilder. Victoria music was furnished by E. Fletcher. Supper was served at the close of the evening. All departed, feeling that the Bell home was a most enjoyable one. Mr. and Mrs. J. Smith and Mr. and Mrs. J. Wallace of Monmouth, Ill., were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. Lewis on Sunday. About 9:45 the party weer returning home and about three miles from Monmouth the car turned over. All were badly shaken up. Mr. Smith was seriously hurt. Mr. Smith just purchased the car a month ago. Mrs. M. Murphy and baby of Monmouth are visiting relatives. Mrs. M. Berry departed for her home in Peoria on Monday, November 7th. The E. R. club gave a Hallowe'en party at the home of Miss I. Maupin on Friday evening. The evening was spent in various games and dancing. The party departed at a late hour. NDE 1916. All report a grand time. Those on the sick list are B. Harrison. Mr. G. King had the misfortune to break his ankle while at work. Please pay your subscriptions. When wishing to pay call 539 or New 2059 White. FORT DODGE. Albert Gordon is confined to his bed with pneumonia. Mr. W. H.Jamerson is convalescing at this writing. There were sixteen at the mothers' meeting at the home of J. F. Guy. Next meeting will be with Mrs. Robinson, entertained by Mrs. Emerson Wright. Hope all will be present. New officers were elected as follows: Mrs. Harry Williams, president; Mrs. Hudson, vice president; Mrs. D. Lewis, chaplain; Mrs. P. Russell, treasurer; Rosa E. Guy, secretary. We have just learned that Mrs. Perkins' son, Lewis, who is in California, has gone crazy. We hope it is not so. Mrs. Perkins and daughter, Mrs. Fred Coleman, will leave at once for California. We ask the prayers for Sister Perkins. Mrs. Chas. Comly of Websetr City and Mrs. Edythe Strauther of Des Moines were in Fort Dodge on Sunday visiting their friend, Mrs. L. Buckner Wilson. Mrs. Ben Walker is on the sick list. Big bazaar at the Second Baptist church next week. Good program every night. Be sure and come. SIOUX CITY, IOWA The reception at Malone A. M. E. church Thursday night, November 2 in honor of Rev. J. H. Ferribee, Rev. E. R. Edwards and his family was largely attended. The program consisted of a song by the congregation; invocation, Rev. Toomey of Mt. Zion Baptist church; vocal solo, Miss Arabelle Dowdy; address of welcome on behalf of Allen Church Endeavor, Dr. J. W. Norris; duet, Mrs. Phalbia Pemberton and Mrs. Margie Dickerson; instrumental solo, Miss Stella Brown; welcome address on behalf of the church, Rev. R. K. Knight. Rev. Knight's address was excellent. Rev. Ferribee and Rev. Edwards responded in a most pleasing manner. Mr M. Askew was master of ceremonies. After the program all marched into the beautifully decorated dining room and enjoyed a dainty luncheon. The members of Malone A. M. E. church gave a surprise party on Rev. Edwards and family Monday evening, October 30th. They received a large supply of groceries, which they highly appreciated. Hon. W. L. Harding and Hon. Geo. C. Scott addressed the members of the C. S. C. Political club and their wives Sunday afternoon, November 5th. The audience sang the national airs and Mrs. Mansfield Askew sang a solo. Mrs. Priscilla Mack will be organist for Malone A. M. E. church. Rev. Edwards went to Council Bluffs on Monday to vote. Messrs. C. B. Watkins and M.Askew will attend the district school of instruction of the most worshipful United Grand Lodge, A. F. & A. M., at Council Bluffs on November 9th. CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA. One of the grandest social affairs of the season was the taxicab ball given by Mr. A. Gater at Dempsey's hall October 23. Miss Wilmuth Lavell and Miss Leona Smith presented each lady as she entered the hall with a bouquet, also presided at the punch bowl. Refreshments were served free. Mr. Arthur Jones and family Red Oak have moved to the city. At present they are making their home with Mr. Jones' sister, Mrs. G. W. Chipley. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Thomas have moved to Ohio. Mrs. A. J. Gray, who has been confined to her bed for some time, is able to be out again. Mr. Earnest Watson is in St. Luke's hospital. He was painfully hurt while working in the boiler room in the starch works. Mr. Harry Lavell has accepted the position as train porter with the Rock Island railway. The girls of Mrs. Anna Joyce's Sunday school class will give a masked Hallowe'en party at Mt. Zion Baptist church Tuesday evening. The different women's clubs of the city organized into a city federation on Tuesday, the 24th. Mrs. Pugh was elected president. The Trustees' Aid of Bethel A. M. E. church, composed of ladies, held their anniversary on Wednesday, the 25th. Owing to the weather the crowd was small. Mrs. Elenora Gresham is in Des Moines to attend the home board of directors meeting. Do You Have Sour Stomach? If you are troubled with sour stomach you should eat slowly and masticate your food thoroughly, then take one of Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper. Obtainable everywhere. The Best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west Price Five Cents IOWA CITY, IOWA. Mrs. Moore entertained Monday evening at whist. Hallowe'en refreshments of ginger bread and cider were served. Miss Farrel Lawhorn of Indiana won first prize. Miss Calhoun won the booby. The Kappa Alpha Psi entertained at a masquerade party Saturday evening. Kathryn Chandler, dressed as a Spanish dancing girl, won first prize. Mrs. Fisher was chaperone. The Christian Endeavor was brought to order Sunday evening with the president, Mr. Fields, presiding. There was a general discussion of the lesson. Miss Naomi Harper and Miss Graves each sang solos. A fair crowd attended the social at the church Friday night, which was managed by Mrs. Donnagan. The Old Gold Literary society will meet Friday night. After the meeting there will be a social hour in the church parors. Rev. Campbell will conduct services in Iowa City on Sunday. CENTERVILLE, IOWA Mr. John Nelson, who died at the Diamond mines, was buried Sunday, October 29th. He leaves a wife and three children. Rev. Carrington of the Second Baptist church preached an excellent funeral sermon. He was laid to rest in the Oakland cemetery. Mrs. Scott Richmond, who was on the sick list for a few days, is able to be up. Miss Cornelia Smith is able to attend Sunday school, and all were glad to see Miss Smith out again. Mr. Robert Smith, who has been in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has returned home. Mrs. Scott Richmond left Thursday afternoon for a visit with relatives in Chariton, Iowa. Her many friends regret to see her leave. The Hallowe'en entertainment that was given at the home of Sir Thomas Redding was well attended and they reported a successful event. A masquerade party was given at the home of Mrs. John Foster and was well attended. Sunday was Covenant at the Second Baptist church. We had a good turnout and three additions. Rev. M. Carrington preached a soul-stirring sermon Sunday evening. soul-stirring sermon Sunday evening. Rev. M. Carrington preached at the First Baptist church of Mystic on Sunday afternoon. Several from Centerville attended the services. There will be an entertainment given by the pastor and deacons on Saturday, November 11th, for the benefit of the church. They are planning good things. Brother Ceary Noah is reported on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Jones and daughter, Alden, visited with Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Brown of Mystic. Correction of last week about Mr. J. P. Gooding was: He attended Sunday services and every one was glad to see him out. Instead of Bro. J. P. Gooding attended services sign that some other dark skinned see Bro. Gooding after a long absence from church. Collector for Bystander will call on you Saturday. COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA. Services at the Tabernacle Baptist church were well attended Sunday. We had a fine covenant meeting. Collections for all day was $21.60. Rev. V. S. Cooper of Lafayette, Mo., closed a very successful revival meeting Sunday night, October 29th, and fourteen members were taken into the church. Rev. J. P. Jackson has been ill at his home with la grippie, but we are glad to say at this writing he is much improved. He was not able to attend the revival but three nights. Mr. Jeff Perkins is ill at his home on Eighth street. A quiet wedding took place Thursday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Turner when Nathan Turner and Miss Emma Bolin were united in marriage. Rev. J. P. Jackson officiated. We extend hearty congratulations to the happy couple. Mr. Edward Sublet and Mrs. Georgia Thompson were married Thursday evening, October 26th, by Rev. J. P. Jackson. Best wishes. There was a republican meeting Wednesday night at the colored Masonic hall. The speakers were Mr. B. K. Ward and Rev. J. P. Jackson. A delightful oyster supper was served. The committee were W. Herndon and J. P. Reese. Mr. Earl Peterson returned to Mason City, after a visit in this city. Mrs. Peterson will remain another week. Her Son Subject to Group "My son Edwin is subject to croup," writes Mrs. E. O. Irwin, New Kensington, Pa. "I put in many sleepless hours at night before I learned of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Mothers need not fear this disease if they keep a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy in the house and use it as directed. It always gave my boy relief." Obtainable everywhere. lady friends as visitors met the Sunday afternoon. The ladies attending the funeron of the trots between the ties and unhah for was killed JOHN L. THOMPSON, EDITOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1916 Published every Friday by the Bystander Publishing Company, Des Moines, Iowa. Office in Chemical building, corner Seventh and Mulberry streets. Phone, almut 899. Official paper of the M. W. U. Grand Lodge of Iowa, A. F. & A. 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We have correspondents in the following towns: towns: Albia ..... Miss May Davis Washington ..... N. L. Black Burlington ..... Mrs. L. M. Abel Monmouth, Ill ..... Mrs. Bernice Metlock Colfax ..... Mrs. Gertrude Broddus Minneapolis ..... Mrs. R. L. Buttner Clinton ..... A. A. Bush Macon, Mo ..... Lucy Harris Mason City ..... Mrs. Maud Brewton Keokuk ..... Miss Ruth Bland St. Paul, Minn ..... Mrs. Hattie Hicks Scardia, Iowa ..... Mrs. J. M. Montague Rock Island, Ill ..... Mr. Earle Reynolds Davenport ..... Mrs. D. J. Johnson Oskaloosa ..... Mrs. Cora Moore Centerville, Miss Cora Mrittenden Burlington ..... Mrs. Wm. Ashby Monmouth, Ill ..... Miss Bernice Metiock St. Paul, Minn ..... Mrs. Mattie Hicks Omaha, Neb ..... Miss Murel Brown Ottawa ..... Mrs. W. H. Thompson Moberly, Mo ..... Miss Lee Etta Owens Dalton, Mo ..... Prof. R. H. Payne Chillicothe, Mo ..... V. E. Williams Sioux City ..... Mrs. M. Askew Clarinda ..... Mrs. G. N. Nowling EDITORIALS We think Iowa went republican, while Polk county went democratic only on the president. Negroes neednot apply for a position now, but a chance to live. Mr. Harding carried Iowa by 150,-000, Col. Lowden carried Illinois by 100,000 and Mr. Whitney carried New York by 100,000 majority. S. Joe Brown, candidate for judge of the district court, seemed to have only received about 500 votes in the county, which is not even half of the Negro votes in the county. We are surprised that our own colored people did not take advantage of this rare opportunity of voting for a competent man of their race for the bench. We can truthfully say that Atty. Brown is better qualified legally and intellectually than either of his other opponents and his character and home life is ideal. Certainly there could be no good reason why the colored voters did not vote for him if they really mean to help one another. ELECTION RESULTS. As we go to press this morning the returns seem to point to the reelection of Mr. Wilson, the democratic candidate, by a very small majority. Yet the official count may change the resultto Judge Hughes. The facts are that Hughes carried the eastern and New England states by large ma- jorities, while Wilson, to the surprise of everybody, carried most all of the western states, which, with the solid south vote, may have elected him. We are indeed mortified, horrified and astonished at the election results. We could not believe that the American people would again be fools enough to vote for Wilson, especially as they seem to have done out in the west. Our prediction is that if Wilson is re-elected we will see some real democratic hard times and our race will see some real jim crowism, segregation and discrimination as it has never yet experienced. FAREWELL Farewell, farewell, farewell. Thy labor here is done; Thy soul's at rest in peace, Alas thy crown is won. Where parting is no more, There is peace, joy and love. Farewell, farewell, farewell. Thy passing we deplore. 714 Spruce St., Burlington, Iowa. Dedicated to the students of Tuskegee in memory of Booker T. Washington. The above was especially written to be read at the recent Booker T. Washington Memorial Bazar held in Des Moines last month. FEDERATION EXPOSITION GREAT SUCCESS. Without doubt the most elaborate affair of the kind ever put on in the city was the Iowa Federation Exposition held at theCrocker roller rink on Tuesday, October 31st, for the benefit of the Booker T. Washington painting. The doors were swung open promptly at 2 o'clock and all afternoon and until after midnight a large crowd of members of both races visited the beautifully decorated booths and purchased the articles the ladies had on sale, which included almost everything from a dish towel to ladies' party gowns and gentlemen's full dress suits, and from which they have cleared to date over two hundred and twenty-five dollars, with several reports yet to be made. Mesdames Harvey Ingham, H. H. Dodson and C. H. Morris, all prominent white club women, acted as judges on decoration and awarded to Mrs. Ethel Bowmer Smith the imported hand painted teapot for having the most artistically decorated booth. On account of the fact that all moneys have not yet been turned in the prize for the largest amount of money cleared from one booth has not yet beenawarded. FEDERATION BOARD MEETS. Pursuant to the call of Mrs. S. Joe Brown, state president, the board of directors for the Federation Home met at her residence on November 1 and discussed ways and means of securing possession of the property in this city which is still being held by the discharged board in open violation of the resolution passed at the session of the Federation held at Buxton last May, and heard the report of the committee of lawyers to whom the matter had been referred, to the effect that theyhad made several unsuccessful efforts to get the discharged board to agree to an amicable settlement of this difficulty; that the said board admitted having used $100 of the Federation's money in the purchase of said property and the committee gave it as their opinion that said discharged board should either turn said property over to the Federation board or refund to the Federation the $100, both of which they refused to do without litigation, which would be expensive and would give to the matter a degree of publicity that would probably not add to the dignity of the Negro womanhood of the state. The board therefore declined to take any action in the matter for hte present. Buxton Cafe 135 E. Grand Ave, A Good Restaurant and Rooming House H. D. WILLIAMS, Proprietor. (Known as Hustler William,) DES MOINES, IOWA Also has a Confectionary and Bar- ber Shop at Carney. More Earthquakes in Prang, Toulon—Slight seismic shocks occurred on Monday in Draguigan, ancluce and Puy-Ste-Repaura. No damage is reported, but the residents were pano-erreises. @feeplesane A good remedy for sleeplessness is to wet a towel and apply to the back of the neck, pressing it hard up against the base of the brain and fastening over this cloth to prevent too rapid evaporation. The effect will be prompt and pleasant, cooling the brain and inducing a sweet and peaceful slumber. Warm water is better than cold for the purpose. This remedy will prove useful to people suffering from overwork, excitement or any THE BYSTANDER THE ELECTORAL VOTE States Rep. Dem. Doubt Alabama 12 Arizona 3 Arkansas 9 California 13 Colorado 6 Connecticut 7 Delaware 3 Florida 6 Georgia 14 Idaho 4 Illinois 29 Indiana 15 Iowa 13 Kansas 10 Kentucky 13 Louisiana 10 Maine 6 Maryland 8 Massachusetts 18 Michigan 15 Minnesota 12 Mississippi 10 Missouri 18 Montana 4 Nebraska 8 Nevada 3 New Hampshire 4 New Jersey 14 New Mexico 3 New York 45 North Carolina 12 North Dakota 5 Ohio 24 Oklahoma 10 Oregon 5 Pennsylvania 38 Rhode Island 5 South Carolina 9 South Dakota 5 Tennessee 12 Texas 20 Utah 4 Vermont 4 Virginia 12 Washington 7 West Virginia 8 Wisconsin 13 Wyoming 3 May Be 20.000 In New Jersey. Trenton, N. J., Nov. 8.—Returns from Atlantic, Bergen, Burlington, Camden, Capemay, Cumberland, Essex, Gloucuster, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passic, Salem, Somerset, Union and Warren counties with 1,286 districts missing give Wilson 56,339, Hughes 67,397. Boston, Nov. 8.—The Post, a democratic paper, in an extra admitting Wilson's defeat and giving Hughee 278 electoral votes, says the republicans carried every doubtful state except Ohio and calls it almost a landslide for Hughes. Republicans Gain Congressman. Chicago, Nov. 8.—Late Illinois returns show the election of fourteen republicans and four democratic congressmen, a gain of two for the republicans, with seven districts still in doubt. The republican candidates for congressmen-at-large also are leading and probably are elected. North Dakota Republican. Fargo, N. D., Nov. 8.—Hughes carried North Dakota yesterday by a plurality of approximately 10,000. Re-election of United States Senator Port J. McCumber seems assured. Lynn J. Frazier, republican, has been elected governor. Chicago, Nov. 8.—The Chicago Herald, which has supported President Wilson, admits that the president is from 50,000 to 100,000 votes behind Hughes on incomplete returns in Illinois. California Claimed for Hughes San Francisco, Nov. 8. — Chester H. Rowell, chairman of the republican state central committee, claimed California by 40,000 for Hughes. "Los Angeles is going better than we figured," said the statement, "and also Alamuda county. One or two interior counties are not coming up to expectations. Los Angeles should go, on present indications, at least 35,000 for Hughes and this will be largely increased by other counties in the south, San Francisco will fall far short of democratic claims. "For Governor Johnson it is of course a landslide." "Returns are very incomplete," the statement says, "but in most cases they about confirm our previous estimates. On present indications California is absolutely safe for Hughes." Hughes Safe in Indiana. Indianapolis, Nov. 8. — President Wilson lost Indiana to Hughes in the election yesterday by an estimated majority of more than 20,000. St. Louis, Nov. 8.—The St. Louis Globe-Democrat, republican, concedes Missouri to Wilson. Prohibition will be defeated unless the state vote outside of St. Louis and Kansas City is very large against liquor. New York State Results. New York, Nov. 8.—Hughes carried New York state by upwards of 100,000, though Wilson won in the metropolis by about 27,000. The democrats made gains in several industrial cities up-state, but the country districts remained overwhelmingly republican. The most notable increase in the democratic vote was in Buffalo, second largest city in the state, which Hughes carried by only 3,637, although it was carried by Whitman for governor two years ago by more than 10,000. Slight democratic gains also were shown in Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, the banner republican cities of the state. From early returns it was apparent that Charles S. Whitman had been reelected governor over Samuel Seabury, his democratic opponent. William M. Calder, of Brooklyn, a former congressman, was elected United States senator over William S. McCombs, former chairman of the democratic national committee by a large majority. Says Almost a Landslide. North Dakota Republican. Admits Defeat in Illinois. Hughes Safe in Indiana. Missouri Defeats Prohibition New York State Results. NOTABLE GAREER OF EDGAR A. LONG Tuskegee Graduate Ranks High as an Educator. DISCIPLE OF WASHINGTON Steps In the Life of Native Alabama Boy Who Rose From Messenger In Office of Tuskegee's Founder to Principalship of Large Normal and Industrial School In Virginia. Christiansburg, Va.—Professor Edgar Allen Long, principal of the Christiansburg Normal and Industrial Institute in this town, is a native of Tuskegee, Ala. His father and mother were both unlettered, though they had a passion for the education of their children. Young Long first went to school in the old church building on Zion's hill, on which Dr. Booker T. Washington founded the famous Tuskegee institute. With the advent of Dr. Washington into Tuskegee the whole course of Mr. Long's life changed. In those early Tuskegee days boys were taken from the model school to work in the office of Mr. Washington, and it was as a messenger in this office, coming into daily contact with the great leader, that fired young Long's ambition to try for the "heights by great men reached and kept." In 1887, two years after the first class had graduated from Tuskegee, Mr. Long was carried with his family to Birmingham, the "Magic City" which sprang up in northern Alabama following the opening up of the coal and ore mines. But the seed had been A. sown, and Long could not remain out of school. At the death of his father in 1889, leaving his mother and two sisters, the support of which fell upon his shoulders, it was a question whether he should stay home and support them or return to Tuskegee and complete his education. He wisely chose the latter course, and in December, 1891, he entered Tuskegee, his old home and school. Since he had no funds and no one to help him he set about to learn the printer's trade at Tuskegee, which he did in 1893. He had charge of the Tuskegee printing office during the summer months and was for several years business manager of the Student, the paper published by the school. Graduating from Tuskegee with second honors in 1895, he was immediately called to Birmingham, Ala., to take charge of the Alabama Publishing company that had been organized by the late Dr. W. R. Pettiford. Mr. Long was also the assistant bookkeeper at the Alabama Penny Savings bank and private secretary to Dr. Pettiford. It was while serving in this capacity that the call came to go to Christiansburg. Accepting this position, he entered upon his duties in the fall of 1897. He was gratified to take up his new work because there were several Tuskegee graduates there. The principal of Christiansburg, the late Charles L. Marshall, was a roommate, classmate and lifelong friend, and Anna Lee Patterson, who afterward became his wife, were classmates, and there were three other Tuskegee graduates at this school. Because of his experience as bookkeeper at the bank in Birmingham Mr. Long was made treasurer of the school, which position he held until upon the death of Mr. Marshall in 1006 he was elevated to the principalship. Mr. Long says he regards all work that he had done previously as a preparation for his life work at Christiansburg. Much of what the school is today is the result of his own efforts. When he was made principal the school's property was valued at $40,000, including land and buildings and equipment and an endowment of $5,500. Today the buildings and equipment alone are worth $75,000, and the endowment is $68,000. Mr. Long is prominent in educational circles. He is now and has been for six years president of the Virginia State Teachers' association. He is a vice president of the Negro Organization society, of which Major Moton is president, and is treasurer of the National Association of Teachers In Colored Schools. EDGAR ALLEN LONG. BROOKLYN THE NEW THOMPSON HOTEL No Combination of Reading Like It and $2.10 All For The Youth's Companion 52 ISSUES The favorite family weekly of America. 12 Great Stories, Groups in 1917, and 250 Short Stories, a thousand Articles and Suggestions, a thousand Funny- isms. Special Pages for all ages. McCall's Magazine 12 ISSUES AND A DRESS PATTERN The Fashion AUTHORITY followed by millions of American women. You will get the. Eremily issues of McCall's, making not merely a "de- partment" but a fashion magazine every month of 1917. 64 Issues and 15c. McCall Dress Pattern for ... Bond $2.10 (Express or P.O. 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Remember the name, Dr. Palmer's Skin Whitener. Made only by JACOBS' PHARMACY ATLANTA, CA. AGENTS WANTED WRITE FOR TERMS No Mure Gold Lace for Afghanne. The ameer has published an edifice which applies to all parts of Afghanistan, prohibiting the import into the country of all kinds of gold lace, including embroidered kullas lungis and embroidered shoes. The ameer is evidently actuated by a desire to prevent his subjects from spending their hard earned money on showy dress. It is the poorer classes who are notoriously addicted to this extravagance which his majesty has decided to check. The gold laced coat of the Afghan is decidedly handsome, and al though the ameer has acted wisely is bringing into general use clothing less costly, his majesty's orders will doubt less be received by his subjects with rather mixed feelings. Proper Bestowal of Charity Dickens: There are not a few among the disciples of charity who require in their vocation, scarcely less excitement than the votaries of pleasure to theirs; and hence it is that diseased sympathy and compassion are every day expended on out-of-the way objects, when only too many demands upon the legitimate exercise of the same virtues in a healthy state are constantly within the sight and hearing of the most unobservant person alive. In short, charity must have its romance, as the novelist do the playwright must have his. THE YOUTH'S COMPANION 52 Issues of THE YOUTH'S COMPANION treas after eating. Chamberlain's Tablets relieved him of these spells r.ght away" writes Mrs Thomas Casey, Geneva, N. Y. Obtainable everywhere. OMPSON HOTEL European Plan The Public is Invited. AGENTS WANTED For our new book, *Progress and Achievements of the Calendar People*. Showing the wonderful doings and new opportunities of our race, low price, many pictures, lightning售价, $10.00 per day, ask for terms, write quick, Austin Jankins Co., 6th St. Washington, D. C. muffy to chug "When you feels any tempi- cation 'songin' along," said the friend and no riser, "you mus' say: 'Get thee behla' me, Satan." "De's what I done said," answered Mr. Erastus Pinkley, "an' den imagine I hyms Satan answer me back: 'De's all right. We' both gwine the same way, notow, as it don't make no diffunce to me which leads to examination." Rare Washington Post A rare and curious mezzotint portrait of George Washington in the library of the late Lafayette S. Richardson of Lowell, Mass., was auctioned on last year in Boston. It is entitled "George Washington, late president of the United States of America, etc" and was published March 14, 1801, by J. Hinton Lindon. It is a small folio and is colored by hand. It looks as much like George III, as it does the Father of His Country. Baker, who wrote the "Engraved Portraits of Washington," says that only one impression of this mezzotint has come under the notice of the writer. It was in neither the Clarkson nor the Caron sale of Washington portraits. Insist on Yellow Flour. Charles Christadoro, an expert on flour and grits, sounds the keynote of the new situation brought about by the bleached flour decision when he says in a communication to the editor commenting on the bleached flour decision: "The housewife will now insist on yellow tinted or creamy flour and will learn to realize that a natural flour very white can in no manner compare with the creamy or yellow flour in so far as glutens and muscle building values are concerned. "As from 65 to 90 per cent. of the large flour mills of the country were using this bleaching process, the decision is far-reaching."—National Food Magazine. Relieves CATARRH of the BLADDER and all Discharges in 24HOURS Each capsize bears the name CT Reserve of MIDY Need be all travelers. No Combination of Reading Like It and All For $2.10 Youth's Companion 82 ISSUES The favorite family weekly of America. 12 Great Serials or Groups in 1917, and Mrs. Tillie Lee is on the sick list this week. Have you paid your subscription this year for The Bystander. Rev. M. W. Alexander has been suffering from an ulcerated tooth. Our collector will be in Buxton on Mondayto collect, also Albia, Hiteman and Chariton. TO LEET—Two furnished rooms, 815 28th street. Mr. Holbert Mitchell was the guest of his sister, Mrs. R. E. Patton, last Friday. We have mailed statements to all of our delinquent subscribers, asking them to remit. We can't see why you have not settled up for 1916. Mrs. Gresham of Cedar Rapids left: Thursday morning for her home, after a pleasant visit with Mrs. Geo. C. Young. Rev. John Gaines, the new pastor at Corinthian Baptist church, left Monday for Jefferson City to make arrangements to move his family here. Mr. Albert Cage left Thursday for Keokuk, where he has accepted employment in one of the largest hotels in that city. The first meeting of the new executive committee will be held at 1058 Fifth street on Monday evening, December 4th, at which time the new list of standing committees will be named. Mrs. Laura Bundy of 934 14th Street Place, received news that her home in Missouri was partly destroyed by fire. The damage amounted to $800 which was covered by insurance. The Misses Lucile Morrison, Velma Hall, Jessie Scott and Dora Nucombe were hostesses of a Halloween party given at the home of Miss Hall on Thursday, November 2. They entertained about fifty of their friends. The Triple H club will meet Tuesday, November 14, with Mrs. J. H. McDavell, 909 Eighth street, at which Mrs. Robert Miles will have charge of the program. Subject, "The Negro." The Maple Street Baptist church wishes to announce that they are still holding services in the same place and they are prepared to accommodate all who wish to attend. The comforts are the same as usual and everybody is welcome. They will serve their regular annual Thanksgiving dinner. Atty. A. G. Ciark or Oskaloosa, grand custodian of Iowa Negro Masons, stopped over in the city Wednesday evening en route to Council Bluffs to hold a school of instruction for the Fifth district, including the lodges of Omaha, Council Bluffs, Sioux City and Clarinda. While here he was the guest of Grand Master S. Joe Brown. The High School Girls' club met Sunday at the social center, 1058 Fifth street. It was moved that a notice be sent to all members who have not been out in the last four weeks. A book was donated to the club by Mrs. S. Joe Brown, "The Girl and Her Mother," for study. Club adjourned to meet Sunday with the president, Miss Osceola Jones. Mrs. J. B. Rush, chairman of the Charity League, announces that the league is preparing to take care of a large number of destitute families on Thanksgiving day. Those knowing of worthy families please send their names to the following committee: Mrs. J. P. Hambleton, C. B. Wood, J. E. Ousley, L. J. Courtney, Mrs. Mollie Watkins, Mrs. W. H. McCree, G. W. Stanton, Richard Johnson, Harvey Brown, H. R. Graves, Mary Woods, C. W. Rodgers, J. W. Campbell, Lucy James, J. E. Roberts. The St. Mary's Christian Home society, No. 1, met at the home of Mr. I. C. Burrell on Friday, November 3. A goodly number was present. The president presided. A chapter of the Bible was read by the vice president, Mrs. Francis Houston, Leviticus 25th FOR SALE OR TRADE I have two vacant lots, one in the business district on a corner one block from the depot, the other in residence district; will trade for Iowa property. For full particulars write J. B. Johnson 502 S. 6th street, Knoxville, Iowa. REMEMBER THE Palace Sweet Cafe UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT is the best place to go for Good Home Cooking Everything First Class Special Sunday Dinner 25c and 35c. Red 1367 1012 Center Street Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Erlckson, Props. chapter. Ten new members were received, making twenty-five in all. Sandwiches and coffee were served by the hostess, Mrs. Burrell and her assistants, Mrs. Winslow and Mrs. Todd, after which we adjourned to meet Friday, November 17th, at Mrs. Roy A. Todd's at the Thompson hotel, Ninth and Park streets. Mary M. Scott, president; Zellia White, secretary; Catherine Mease, corresponding secretary. The Eliza E. Peterson Union, a branch of the W. C. T. U., will give a union service at the St. Paul's A. M. E. church Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. We heartily solicit your presence. This being the world's temperance Sunday a program has been arranged for the occasion. Song by the Union, "Sign the Pledge." Paper by Mr. C. B. Woods, superintendent of the A. M. E. Sunday school. Solo, "Only Jesus," Ophelia Graves. Recitation, "Touch Not the Cup, Boys," Marian Brown. Remarks by Mr. C. F. Topson, superintendent Corinthian Baptist Sunday school. Reading, Hortense Woods. Trio, Beatrice, Mary and Zedia Cassell. Recitation, Ruth Davies. Duet, Lucile and Lola Green. Miss, Solie Willa James. Song by the Union. Song by the Corinthian Sunday school choir. N.A.A.C.P. At the annual business meeting and election of officers of the Des Moines Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, held at Union Congregational church Monday evening, the following were for a second time re-elected officers for another year, viz: President, Atty. S. Joe Brown; vice president, A. A. Alexander; secretary, Mrs. Jessye E. McClain; treasurer, W. H. McCree, and Dr. A. J. Booker, Jesse A. Graves and Mrs. John L. Thompson were re-elected members of the executive committee for three years. ATTY. BROWN IS THANKFUL. Editor Bystander: Kindly permit me through the columns of your loyal paper to extend my heartfelt thanks to my many friends throughout the city and county who so kindly and gratuitously gave me their vote and their influence in the very brief campaign of only a few days' duration terminating on last Tuesday, at which time I received 4485 votes for the high office of judge of the district court of Polk county, which votes were scattered throughout forty-one precincts of the county. S. Joe Brown. COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA The Tabernacle Baptists have had another revival boost. Rev. V. S. Cooper of Fayette, Mo., preached eleven sermons and took in fourteen members, six for baptism. Rev. Cooper notwithstanding the certain change in weather had a full house every night, and his last night we hardly had standing room. The Council Bluffs people feel that Rev. Cooper is somewhat out of his place pastoring, but think he is an evangelist. Rev. J. P. Jackson has been very sick with the la gripe and ptomaine poisoning. He is slowly recovering. Mrs. Jackson wishes to thank the people for their kindness during the illness of her husband, Rev. Jackson especially, Mrs. Willie Mixon and Mrs. M. Morton for the splendid manner in preparing so many good things to eat at their home and brought them to parsonage and put on an old time spread. After all had eaten there was baskets of fragments left. We can't forget Bros. Field and Bottoms, Mrs. Wright and Mrs. Moore for their kindness. The Sunday school will meet in the afternoon during the winter season. The Missionary society and the Dorcast Sewing society will give the Thanksgiving dinner at the church. Mr. Brockman, who has been on the sick list for some time, is able to be up and around. Mrs. White, who has been confined to her bed for the last two months, is much better at this writing. Miss Mary Ward is very sick at her mother's home on Union street. Rev. Cage is up and at his post again. Sick Headache: This distressing disease results from a disordered condition of the stomach, and can be cured by taking Chamberlain's Tablets. For sale by all dealers. The Mother's Congress met with Mrs. J. W. Fields last Saturday and elected officers. It was a very interesting meeting. Mrs. Campbell was elected president; Mrs. Hammitt, vice resident; Mrs. J W. Fields, treasurer, Mrs. Cottoms, secretary and Mrs. Hyde reporter. Mrs. Geo. C. Young and Mrs. Gresham of Cedar Rapids were visitors. One new member was added. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Cottoms first Saturday in December. All mothers invited to attend. The South Side Crochet club met at the home of Mrs. Marrin Jennings this week and a dainty lunch was served. The rest of the afternoon was spent in crocheting. Mrs. Sadie Blackburn, Pres. Mrs. Marrin Jennings, Sec. Subscribe for and read your own Bystander and quit borrowing your neighbor's or quit going to the public library to read it. THE BYSTANDER CONFERENCE ON EDUCATION. Program For Meeting at Durham, N. C. Nov. 21 Will Be Elaborate. In calling the presidents of universities, colleges and secondary schools to meet in conference as the guests of the National Training school, Durham, N. C., from Tuesday, Nov. 21 to 24, inclusive, Dr. James E. Shepard, president of the institution, has found the key to the maze in the educational problems among our institutions. The response to Dr. Shepard's invitation has been liberal, and many men who have gained wide reputations as educators and leaders of thought will attend the conference. The program of speakers and their subjects will be in part as follows: Hon. J. Y Joyner, superintendent public instruction, Raleigh, N. C., "Preparedness of Negro Teachers." Hon. P. president, Trinity college, Durham, N. C., "Religious Instruction In Schools." President W. L. Tottat, Wake Forest college, Wake Forest, N.C., "Religion In Education." Rev. Dr. W. Y. Chapman, Newark, N.J., "The Place of Religion In Modern Education." President J. B. Rendall, Lincoln university, Pennsylvania, "To What Extent Should Religious Instruction Be Carried on In the Various Schools?" Dr. J. W. E. Bowen, vice president Gammon Theological seminary, Atlanta, Ga., What Should Be the Standard of the University, Washington, Teacher Training and Secondary School?" Dr. Kelly Miller, Howard university, Washington, "What Should Be the Standard of the University, College, Normal School, Teacher Training and Secondary School?" President W. S. Scarborough, Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, O., "What Should Be the Standard of the University, College, Normal School, Teacher Training and Secondary School?" Principal W. G. Pearson, Whitted High school, Durham, N.C., "What Should be the Standard of Secondary Schools?" Principal Daytona training school, Daytona, Fla., "Duplication of Work In Schools and Various Communities." Dr. Robert E. Jones, editor Southwestern Advocate, New Orleans, "The Duplication of Schools." Dr. I. Garland Penn, secretary Freedman's Aid society, Cincinnati, "Negro School Duplication-a Remedy and a Plan." Professor N. C. Newbold, Raleigh, N. C., superintendent rural elementary schools of North Carolina, "To What Extent Should Classes Devoted to Teacher Training Be Encouraged?" Principal William Sutton, New Bern, N. C., "Better Trained Teachers For the Schools." Dr. H. C. H. Cyman, secretary International Sunday School association, "Sunday School Teacher Training Schools." Professor J. E. Clayton, Manor, Tex., principal Clayton Industria School, the University of Idaho is Doing for the Education of the Colored Youth." Dr. A. M. Moore, Durham, N. C., secretary of the Association For Improvement of Rural Conditions Among Schools, "A Study of the Rural Schools of North Carolina." Professor C. H. Moore, Greenboro, N. C. state inspector rural schools, "The Need and the Remedy." President Harry Andrews King, Clark university, Atlanta, Ga., "A General Clearing House For Aid For Negro Schools." Special addresses will be delivered by Professor J. E. Spingarn, Amenia, N. Y. (tentatively). Judge Gilbert T. Stephenson, Winston, N. C. "Education and Crime Among the Negroes." Principal A. Eugene Thompson, D. D. Lincoln institute of Kentucky, Lincoln Ridge, Ky. President Philip M. Watters, Gammon Theological seminary, Atlanta, Ga. Hon. V. O. Gilbert, state superintendent of public instruction, Frankfort, Ky. Rev. W. H. Franklin, president Swift's Memorial college, Rogersville, Tenn. Principal I. Alva Hart, Lincoln academy, King's Mountain; N. C., "A Leader's Backing." Principal D. H. Kane, Holsey Normal and Industrial Institute, Cowpens, S. C., "How Our School Has Improved the Community Life." Bishop George W. Clinton, D. D., Charlotte, N. C., "Race Preparedness." PEOPLE WIN BIG VICTORY. Mayor Rockwood of Cambridge, Mass., Bara "Birth of a Nation." The interest which our people are taking in matters of public moment in regard to their rights as citizens is becoming more and more intensified. They are using to good advantage the right of protest against wrong and petition for relief granted by the federal constitution. Results are being obtained along many lines where injustice, like a wolf, walks in sheep's clothing to strike down the innocent without warning. Once more by the united efforts of our people the photo play known as "The Birth of a Nation" has been refused permission to perform. A news dispatch from J. Thomas Harrison, editor of the Cambridge (Mass.) Advocate and national committeeman for Massachusetts, representing the National Negro Press association, to N. B. Dodson Oct. 26 stated that the colored people of 'Cambridge, ministers and business men, led by T. S. Harten, appeared before Mayor Rockwood at the city hall and protested against the play above named being permitted to show in one of the theaters in Cambridge and that, after hearing the objections to the play, the mayor refused to let the promoters stage the play in Cambridge. The people had become aroused as to the danger and injustice of the show to the colored people through the editorials of Editor Harrison in the Advocate. Thus again the power of the press in behalf of justice has brought good results. Campaign For Y. W. C. A. Members. The Young Women's Christian association in Indianapolis launched a campaign on Sunday, Oct. 15, for the purpose of increasing the membership to 800. Since the provisional branch was organized in 1914, with the understanding that the work would not be put upon a permanent basis until the membership reached 800. Miss Viola Chaplin has the work well in hand and expects to enroll more than the required number of new members before the campaign is over. Ver. WM. L. HARDING SWEEPS STATE His Plurality is Estimated at Exceeding 100,000 REPUBLICAN TICKET WINS After a Valiant Fight E. T. Meredith, Democratic Candidate for Governor, Caes Down to Defeat—Legislature Republican—Congressional Results. President—Chas. E. Hughes. Governor—W. L. Harding. State Ticket All Republican. Lieutenant governor—E. R. Moore, Cedar Rapids. Secretary of State—W. S. Allen, Fairfield. Auditor—F. S. Shaw, Toledo. Treasurer—W. C. Brown, Clarion. Attorney General—H. M. Havner, Marengo. Railroad commissioner—J. A. Gui- her, Winterset. Supreme judges—W. D. Evans, Hampton, in doubt between H. E. Deemer of Red Oak and William Theo- philus of Davenport. Third—B. E. Sweet, rep. Waverly, G. W. G. N. Haugen, rep. Northwood. Tenth—F. P. Woods, rep., Esther ville. Eleventh—In doubt between Geo W. Scott, rep., and T. J. Steele, dem. both of Sloux City. Des Moines, Ia., Nov. 8.—Carrying every congressional district in the state, and possibly every one of the 99 counties, W. L. Harding, republican candidate for governor, was elected by an overwhelming majority of votes, over E. T. Meredith, the democratic nominee. From the beginning of the first returns, which came in a few moments after the 7 o'clock closing of the polls, Harding took a lead over Meredith which was held hour after hour until it became certain that his final majority when complete returns are in, may run to 100,000. Harding carried such wet counties as Scott and Crawford, and such dry counties as Dallas, Page, Greene, and Warren. He ran ahead of Hughes in all sections of the state. One of the great surprises of the election came in Polk county which gave President Wilson a majority for a second term. The city of Des Moines overturned all previous records and gave the democratic electors a 2,000 lead over Hughes, but Harding carried the city by 2500 and the county by 3500. Webster county, where a special organization was formed early in the campaign, and where it was said 750 republicans had pledged themselves to vote for Mr. Meredith, came into the Harding camp early in the counting with an estimated majority of 2,000. The campaign now ended was one of the most strenuous, and at times the most vitriolic of any ever carried on in the history of the state. In its intensity and because the republican national committee considered Iowa as a sure state, the presidential contest was nearly lost sight of. Early in the state fight, upholding the declarations of its candidate for governor, the democratic party based its whole fight on the so-called "wet" and "dry" issue. The republican party and its candidate declared that the saloon and liquor were not issues in the campaign, that the saloon was gone from the state, and that it never would return. Both parties were pledged to the submission to the voters of a constitutional prohibitory amendment. The incoming legislature will be strongly republican in both branches and undoubtedly the amendment resolution adopted by the 36th general assembly, will be adopted by the 37th which convenes next January and will be submitted to the voters in 1918. The balance of the nominees on the ticket with Mr. Harding were all elected, with majorities some what under that given on the governorship. --- W. L. HARDING The result by counties, according to latest returns is as follows: Totals ..... 55,805 88,905 1693 CONGRESSMEN RE-ELECTED Only One District in the State in Doubt. Des Moines, Nov. 8.—Returns so far received from congressional elections in Iowa yesterday indicate that Iowa has sent a solid republican delegation to congress, though both parties are claiming the Eleventh district now represented by Congressman Steele, a democrat. His opponent, George Scott, of Sioux City, is claiming the election. In the Second district, Harry Hull, the present republican representative, had a close call, his opponent being M. E. Cronin of Muscatine. Some Legislators Elected. Des Moines, Nov. 8.—Members of legislature so far reported elected, are: John Price, republican, state senator. Monroe county. W. E. Gltner, republican, state representative, Monroe county. Kimberly, republican, state representative, Scott county. H. C. Wilson, republican, state representative, Mitchell county. W. D. Miller, republican, representative, Boone county. Ben Edwards, republican, senator, Boone county. Latest Iowa Returns Des Molines, In., Nov. 8. The vote for president from 911 precticts out of 2,297 in the state give Wilson 96,130; Hughes, 122,902; estimated plurality for Hughes, 67,000. Dead Man's Vote Counted. Sloux City, Ia., Nov. 7. —Clarence Peterson, 27, intended to go to Vermillion, S. D., Monday night, but he also wanted to vote. Peterson left his ballot in County Auditor Homer's office Monday as an absent voter. On his way to Vermillion Monday he was injured in an automobile accident which resulted in his death early Tuesday morning. A few hours after Peterson's death his vote was counted and is declared by the officials to be legal. Iowa Militia for Wilson. Brownsville, Tex., Nov. 7. —Iowa troops complete give Wilson a majority of 5 over Hughes. Harding leads Meredith by 635. College Course in Politics College Course in Politics The Columbia university belongs the credit of offering the first course designed to give students a practical knowledge of the conduct of political affairs. That institution has asked the bureau of municipal research in New York to give the members of the class the benefit of the experience it has derived from the study of the affairs of that city, and the invitation has been accepted. The growing demand for the adoption of the scientific methods of city governments lends support to the view that college men will be in demand in this department of the public service, hence the propriety and usefulness of a university course established on the lines indicated by the innovation at Columbia. Haltlana a Laa. Lot. Sydney Brooks, writing to the London Chronicle about Halti, says the Halitians were the first people in the world to abolish slavery, and Mrs. C. R. Miller, writing in Leslie's Weekly, says of Halti: "In that little republic covering about 10,000 square miles within five days' sail of New York, one may encounter more strange complications and a greater disregard for human life than in the remote countries of the east. Situated in the vory heart of the West Indies, where civilization exists in a high degree, Halti alone has kept her doors closed to progress. She became an independent state more than 100 years ago. Her rich lands were already under cultivation, but the lazy natives allowed the plantations to go to ruin, and for ests have grown up instead." Farm Employment for Criminals. Gov. Harris of Ohio believes that criminals can be employed on a farm with advantage to themselves and the state. He proposes that prisoners in the penitentiary who are not conformed criminals be transferred to the reformatory and put to work on the state farm. "It is the conditions of our cities that breed crime," says the governor. "Most of it can be traced to idleness and drink, and idleness is frequently the cause of drink. There is little drink in the country and practically no idleness. If the young man has slipped over the bounds of a law were taught scientific farming he would come to like it and escape the associates who carry him down when he returns to the city." Milk an Intoxicant New York City alone consumes an usually 840,000,000 quarts of milk. We drink 2,300,000 quarts a day. And this does not include mothers' milk for infants; just cows' milk—watered and unwatered, for both infants and adults. "Lilik," says Emerson. "I readily made intoxicating in warm climates simply by agitation. This feature was quickly discovered." It being placed in a skin and slung from the shoulder or over the back. It was agitated by the motion of the hunter and cementation was soon well under way. The skin was undoubtedly none too clean, some milk of the previous day being left in it, which would set it on a table. The Bystander collector will be in your city in a few days. Please see and pay him your subscription. 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