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THE BYSTANDER Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXIV No.17. BEATING BACK. There's a sot on the groun' He's an outer-an'down, Once hearty an' soun' But the curse of drink, Gave his breath a stink, Made his char'cter ink. See 'im rise again, Sick o' shame an' sin— Will the fight begin? See! he lifts him straight, An' steadies his gate— Brace up! it taint too late. He's beating back From the awful rack To the main line track; Wine, winmen an' song Got his soul in wrong, Sent him down headlong. Don't take his skelp, Nor whale a whelp, Lend a hand an' help; Don't make a speech, Nor pray an' preach, Take a holt an' reach. He's headed, nec' 'n nec' To his self-respec'— Now say a text. He's goin' strong From the ways of wrong— Whoop up with a song. He's beaten back, Hell's bayin' pack, They've lost his track; You preachin' clan, Now take a han' An' save a man. C. Bertram Johnson, Kirksville, Mo., No. 186. 31ST ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF A. M. E. CHURCH AT ST. PAUL, MINN. Bishop Coppin Holds Excellent Session of Chicago Conference.—To Meet in Evanston, Ill., 1918. Pursuant to the arrangements the thirty-first session of the Chicago annual conference met at St. Paul, Minn., in the St. James A. M. E. church, R. v. M. Henderson, D. D. pastor. The opening sermon was delivered by the Rev. J. S. Woods, who has been a member of the conference for about thirty years. H etook for his text I. John 5:4, "And this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith." The sermon was replete with wholesome advice and counsel. After the sermon the Holy Communion was administered. The conference organized with the following; Rev. Lewis Owens, secretary; J. D. Peterson, recording secretary, and the Rev. Robert Thomas, statistical secretary. The conference reported by districts the first day of the session. Total dollar money, $6,501.58, an increase over the year of $833.00. Total Woman's Mite Missionary money special effort, $600.00; brought to conference, $1,919.02. Grand total by Mite Missionary, $2,519.02; increase over last year of $282.92. Over $800.00 sent to the parent body treasurer, and the same amount to the conference treasurer for the missionaries. The Woman's Mite Missionary society of the Chicago conference branch sent to the parent treasurer the largest amount of any conference branch in the connection. The Chicago conference had for distribution to the men of the conference, $4,077.98. Increase along all lines marked this session. Accessions and conversions. Mr. O. C. Hall gave a Bible as a present to the charge making the largest increase of conversions. Rev. Lewis Owens won the prize. He brought in over one hundred per cent increase. As was stated Rev. J. S. Woods preached the opening sermon; Rev. J. C. Anderson the missionary sermon; Rev. H. E. Stewart the educational sermon. All the reports were par excellent. The educational report was read by Dr. F. G. Snelson; temperance report by Dr. H. E. Stewart; state of the country by Dr. J. C. Anderson; state of the church by Dr. W. D. Cook. The reception to the conference was a splendid affair. All the addresses were well delivered and received. Bishop L. J. Coppin delivered the ordination sermon, text "We would see Jesus." The sermon was a masterly effort and left a profound im- pression on the vast congregation. The following were ordained deacons: Harvey Evert Walden, William Morris Majors, Casper Johnson, Enoch Arch., Wilbur Johnson, William Standard Page. Elders: Charles William Carpenter, Henry Clay Boyd, John Fletcher Augustus, John Bell Easly, William Thomas Bailey. Dr. W. D. Cook preached at 3 p. m. Rev. Dr. B. U. Taylor preached at 8 p. m. At the close of the sermon a few items of business were adjusted, after which Dr. Snelson read the report of the committee on resolutions. One item of the committee's report met the hearty endorsement of the entire conference; that item was the endorsement of the Rev. A. J. Carey, D. D., for bishop in 1920. The resolutions were unanimously adopted, with great enthusiasm. Special Mention. Dr. Evelyn Thompson-Coppin, the bishop's wife, made a mastery address to the conference. The impression made will result in lasting good to the conference and the good people of St. Paul. Dr. Coppin won the hearts of the people of St. Paul and endeared herself to the entire conference. Theodosia received a hearty welcome and won the harts of all. Dr. S. L. Birt reported the sale of the old church at Des Moines, Iowa, and the purchase of anew site including aparsonage with all modern improvements. The new church is to cost about $25,000. Dr. Birt presented to the bishop on behalf of Des Moines district $40.00, as an anniversary gift. St. Stephen's A. M. E. church, Chicago, St. Mary's, Chicago, were reported out of debt, and the church at Evanston was reported ready to burn the mortgage some time in November. Rev. Harvey Walden organized a new church at La Crosse, and Rev. Thomas White a new church at Freeport, Ill. With the following presiding elders, R E Wilson, James Higgins, N J McCracken and John H. Ferribee, the coming year will be one of great success. The conference will meet next year in Evanston, Ill. Appointments. E: Quinn chapel, J. C. Anderson. Bethel, W. D. Cook. Institutional, A. J. Carey. St. Mary, F. G. Snelson. Wayman Chapel, T. T. Reeves. Grant church, T. L. Scott. Hyde Park, W. H. Griffin. Joliet, W. H. Saunders. Harvey, Ill., J. N. Goddard. Morgan Park, J. T. Merritt. Blue Island, E. T. White. Trinity, R. J. Allen. Turner Mission, Charles Johnson. St. James Mission, C. H. Fountain. St. Paul district, Rev. James Higgins, P. E. St. James, St. Paul, J. M. Henderson. St. Peters, Minneapolis, T. B. Stovall. Evanston, Ill., H. E. Stewart. St. Peters Mission, Minneapolis, B. Lewis. St. James Mission, St. Paul, J. S. Strong. Milwaukee, R. B. Moreley. Elgin, J. L. Wharton. Duluth, Minn., G. I. Holt. Madison, L. J. Phillips. Beloit and Delvin, J. S. Mitchem. Rockford, P. M. Lewis. Garey Mission, Wis., Chas. Carpenter. Waukegan, Andrew Webb. Racine, J. A. Easley. Lake Forest, Harry Johnson. Superior, William Majors. LeCrosse, Harvey Walden. Keokuk district, N. J. McCracken, P. E. St. Stephens, B. U. Taylor. Keokuk, S. B. Moore. Galesburg, J. H. Garrison. Monmouth, J. A. Viney. Moline, T. W. Lewis. Burlington, J.H. Bell. Aurora, Lewis Owens. Clinton, W. W. Williams. Rock Island, A. Boyd. La Grange, D. E. Butler. Maywood, Walter Thomason. Ft. Madison—R. B. Penn. Kewana, L. W. Route. Dubuque, J. A. Franklin. Des Moines district, J. H. Ferribee, P. E. Washington, I. W. Bess. Muscatine, Robert Thomas. Cedar Rapids, J. P. Simms. Carney, O. Coleman. Ft. Dodge, M. R. Rhonenee. Clarinda, R. B. Manley. Osceola, N. B. Jones. Waterloo, H. C. Boyd. Yankton, S. D., N. R. Morgan. Sioux Falls, J. W. Norris. Des Moines, S. L. Birt. DES MOINES, 1OWA, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1917. COL. DENISON. The above cut is a true likeness of that gallant soldier, distinguished lawyer and true American, Col. F. A. Denison, at present the only colored colonel in the United States of America that is commanding a regiment and he has the unique distinction of commanding the famous Eighth Illinois federal regiment, which is the only colored regiment in the United States entirely officered by Negro officers from colonel on down. Col. Denison is a veteran of the Spanish-American war and was on the Mexican border last year and by virtue of his legal ability and knowledge was appointed by the government of the U. S. as judge advocate of the military districts of the island The above cut is that of one of the successful candidates at the Fort Des Moines training camp, which has just ended, Capt. Chas. G. Kelly of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute. Capt. Kelly has been connected with this great institution since 1902, and is one of the pillars of this wonderful school. When the training camp opened he gave up the position of assistant business agent of the institution and entered earnestly into the task of becoming a reserve officer and as above sated has been successful. He was born at Paducah, Ky., in 1875, and is a graduate of Sumner high school of St. Louis, Mo. He is highly esteemed by the officials of Tuskegee institute and will be considerably missed by this school during his stay in the army. We all join in wishing Capt. Kelly a successful career in his new field. Mrs. I. W. Brown and J. B. Weakly entertained at a 10 o'clock breakfast last Friday morning in honor of Mrs. Lena Bratchet of Omaha, Neb. Covers were laid for ten. The out of town guests were Mrs. Crocket of Texas and Mrs. Bratchet of Omaha. East Des Moines, H. A. Perry. Buxton, J. J. Evans. Oskaloosa, G. W. Brown. Albia, J W Dowden. Council Bluffs, J. Peterson. Sioux City, E. R. Edwards. Boone circuit, J. F. Augustus. Mt. Pleasant, B. F. Hubbard. H. E. Stewart, Reporter to Church Papers. 1107 Emerson St., Evanston, Ill. of Cuba. He was also assistant attorney general of the state of Illinois, appointed by Atty. Brundage. He now has his regiment above full quota in Chicago, where most of the companies are awaiting orders from the U. S. government. He is a splendid product of a true American and loyal to his race. Col. Denison was instrumental in building the fine barracks known as the Eighth Illinois armory and has done his part in the social development of the colored race in Chicago and the middl ewest. We are sure there are even greater things waiting the colonel in the near future. In the near future we may run the cut of his entire famous Eighth Illinois regiment HAPPENINGS TWENTY YEARS AGO. Mrs. R. Wilburn left last week for Albia to visit her daughter, Mrs. Annie Jones. Mr. Hall of Washington, Iowa, was a Sunday visitor in our city. Mr. H. lived here about five years ago. Miss Hallie Bird of Knoxville, Iowa, spent the 4th in the Capital City, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Early on B street. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Shepard spent Monday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Richardson in Clive, Iowa. An enjoyable time is reported. John L. Thompson has been selected by the committee to deliver the Emancipation oration in Mercer county, Mo., August 26th. This will make the fifth time that he has been selected by that town. He accepted. Mr. Joseph Hopkins, one of the aspiring young men of Ottumwa and assistant bookkeeper in the Ottumwa packing house, spent the Fourth of July in our city visiting old friends and making new ones. He returned home Tuesday well pleased with his visit. Mr. James Hamilton, a well known and highly esteemed citizen of Ottumwa, spent the 4th in our city visiting his daughter, Mrs. Henry Clay. He enjoyed the visit, as his friends, especially Messrs. Mills, Clay, Lewis Blagburn and Weeks, made it very pleasant for him. He left Tuesday evening for home. The Misses Gains, who have been teaching school in Missouri the past school year, have just returned to their home to spend the summer. They are very intelligent and industrious young ladies. They will spend a few days visiting in Indianola. Mr. P. Hudlin arrived in our city Wednesday. His wife, Mrs. Julia, will come today. They may reside here. J. H. Sheffey and Mr. Jones of Muchakinock, Iowa, is here attending the races this week. The picnic given Monday at Greenwood park by Mr. and Mrs. Holt and others was a success. Quite a number were present and all enjoyed themselves nicely. In the evening some of the young men gave a pavilion dance. Mr. Moore, an intellient young man of Winterset, Iowa, is visiting here this week, the guest of George Dunn. Mr. M. has read law for three years with a strong law firm in Winterset. He also graduated from high school in the class of '96. He intends to take this year's in law college. The colored choral society of forty voices will sing on music day, July 9th. A. B. He formerly served with the Panama Canal Commission on the construction of the Panama canal and is ex-field secretary of the Western Baptist Convention. He is now chairman of Topeka Red Cross unit; commander of the colored Kansas state home guard company and the only colored member of the International Poultry Instructors and Investigators association, with headquarters in London, England. For a number of years Rev. Russell has been one of the state speakers for THE MILITARY CAPT. SEWELL. The above cut is that of Samuel Fletcher Sewell, who was in training. He was sergeant of troop A, 10th cavalry, who will receive his commission as captain Monday. He is a resident of Tucson, Arizona, and a very highly respected and esteemed in his home. He is very deserving, having served in the regular army fourteen years. He was with Gen. Pershing's expedition in Mexico, saw service in the Philippine islands two and one-half years. Captain Sewell is a man of political influence in his state. He owns some very valuable property in Tucson and we congratulate him. Force of Habit. Friend—"I will return your pleasant call." Young Author (absently)—"But I have given you no postage!"—Puck. VOTE YES, OCT. 15 The Saloon is the Enemy of every citizen Colored voters should sup- port the constitutional amendment to the last man. Settle the question for all time VOTE YES, OCT. 15 Price Five Cents the republican state committee and for sixteen years he has been a speaker for the national committee. Last year he was the only colored speaker, west of Chicago, with the New York republican national committee headquarters. Mr. Russell is in the state this week working for the allied temperance state committee. He is the only colored man with prohibition national speakers bureau. He was entertained at luncheon Thursday by the Y. M. C. A. officials at Ft. Des Moines. COLORED OFFICERS Who Have Been Assigned Here at Camp Dodge. George A. Holland, George W. Winston, Byrd McD. Hart, George McCall, Alonzo Heard, George C. Hall, Charles W. Owens, Samuel J Tipton, Frank W. Love, Dee Jones, Edward C. Dorsey, William Hill, Charles J. Scholes, J. William Gillum, Anderson M. May, Charles J. Kelley, William T. Johnson, Clarence W. Harding, G. S. Homan, William Jones, Walter Hill, Charles Young, Willie Johnson, Anderson Trapp, Hal Short, Elias A. Morris, Victor Long, Elbert L. Booker, Earl W. Mann, Harrison J. Pinkett, Victor J. Tulane, Amos B. Madison, Pierce McN. Thompson, Herman L. Butler, James C. Arnold, Clifford W. Jones, John F. Rice, Mallalue W. Rush, George O. Robinson, Guy W. Canady, Isaiah S. Blocker, Charles P. Howard, Harry B. Wilson, Carter N. Brown, Edward Turner, Charles J. Adams, Harry C. Ellis, Christopher C. Winbush, William H. Clarke, Charles A. Shaw, James A. Coltrane, Benton R. Latermire, William T. Burns, Clyde R. Brannon, Henry H. Proctor, John Q. Lindsey, William F. Nelson, Thomas J. Henry, Jr., Julian R. Rodgers, John P. Walker, Cuby Martin, William H. Benson, William H. Dinkins, H. B. Holder, Marshall Meadows, Andrew B. Callahan, James E. Ivey, Harry W. Short, Hugo B. Stokes, Edward L. Goodlett, James B. Morris, Joseph S. Sanders, Earl H. Nash, Wade H. Powell, Major Williams, Clifton S. Hardy, Vivian L. Jones, J. Wardlaw Mitchell, Elliott B. Sanders, Charles J. Ellis, James L. Elliott, Frank L. Francis, John W. Bundrant, Robert B. Cado, James C. Bedeon, James H. Peyton, Maceo A. Richmond, Jesse H. L. Gaines, Clarence K. Howard, Currence W. Allen, William N. Brooks, Ralph Mizell, Austin Simms, William H. Johnson, Charles S. Parker The Best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west THE BYSTANDER THIS "HELIO" WAS CHARMED BYSTANDER PUBLISHING CO., PUBLISHERS DES MOINES, IOWA JOHN L. THOMPSON, EDITOR FRIDAY, OCT. 12, 1917 Published every Friday by the By stander Publishing Company, Des Moines, Iowa. Office in Chemical building, corner Seventh and Mul- berry streets. Phone, alnut 899. Official name of the M. W. U. Grand Council of Iowa, A. F. & A. M., and International Grand Congress of Heroines of Jericho of America, and Western Baptist Association. Entered at the postoffice as sec- ond class matter. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. One year ..... $1.50 Six months ..... 75 Three months ..... 50 We will not return rejected manuscript, unless accompanied by postage stamps. Send money by postoffice order, money order, express or draft, to The Rystander Company. All subscriptions payable in advance. Advertising rates for display ads 25 cents per inch, for each insertion. Three to six months' contracts, 15 cents per inch. Local advertising 10 cents per line for each insertion, counting seven words to a line. 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EDITORIALS EDI ELECTION MONDAY. h Next Monday the citizens of Iowa will be called upon in a special election to state whether we want state constitutional prohibition as enacted by our legislature. It is true that we now have driven the saloon from Iowa, so let us keep it hat way by constitution and vote Yes next Monday. We are in favor of the state constitution and sincerely hope that every good and thoughtful citizen will vote Yes. OUR COLORED MEN COMMISSIONED. Just as we go to press those who are to receive commissions are known, but as the commissions have not yet been delivered and will not be until Monday, the officers will not give us the official list. However, we have it semi-officially that 625 of the 900 who were in training until this week will receive commissions. We also know all of the Iowa candidates will receive commissions except two, and they are from Des Moines. Next week we will run the full list, with the rank that they will get. However, in another part of this paper we are able to print the list of those officers who will be at Camp Dodge this winter training the conscript, and the Bystander is the first paper to publish this list, which is official. 10TH CAVALRY GOOD SHOWING. Out of fifty men left at the officers' training camp, forty-seven received commissions, as follows: Twenty received captaincies; twenty-three first lieutenants, four second lieutenants, three to be sent home. Terrific Bombardment by Germania Failed to Put Supposed Signaling Party Out of Commission. One morning—it was along the Alsne early in the war—a sudden burst of sun from a bank of cloud found two British officers lying on a grassy ridge enjoying a respite from the usual soden weather and overcast skies. Together, says Mr. Frederic Coleman in "From Mons to Ypres," they gazed on the entrancing panorama. As they looked down the wooded hillsides into the lower land that bordered upon the river, one of them suddenly called out: "Look! A hello!" From a hedge behind Moussy came the flash, flash, flash of a hellograph, in regular intervals. "Must be some fool sort of code," said the junior officer. "I never saw anything like it before." As they watched it the Germans saw it, too. Bung! went a big, black "Jack Johnson" not far from the spot. Smash! came another. Still the flashes twinkled from the surrounding green. The first two shells were the forerunners of dozens that crashed through the hedge and into the turf all about the tiny center of light. And then the clouds shut out the sunshine and the flashes ceased. The next morning a brief ten minutes of sun caused eyes on the ridge to wander valleyward again. Sure enough, two flashes, intermittent and apparently quite without coherence, came from the spot at the hedgeside. Soon the enemy howitzers played on the vicinity more fiercely than before, and after the sun had gone from sight they kept up their bombardment of the unfortunate spot for half an hour. Dozens of shells fell thereabouts, then scores on scores. That afternoon a cavalry officer had a journey to make, which took him to General Monro's headquarters, near Moussy. When his work was done he continued a few hundred yards and sought the spot that had suffered the awful shelling. It was not hard to find. The hedge was smashed and great, black holes gaped in the green fields round it. No sign could be seen of the hello party; but that was not surprising, since for more than half an hour shells had fallen all about the flickering light, until it seemed that no man could live in its vicinity. The staff officer strolled over to a battery position not far distant and asked for news of the signalers. The gunners had wondered at the heavy shelling, but had seen no human beings near the hedge before or after the bombardment. Nonplused, the officer walked back to the devastated area, and, just as he was leaving, discovered the cause of all the trouble. There, caught on a twig of the hedge, swinging lazily in the wind, was a bright-bottomed, empty sardine tin, thrown carelessly aside by some satiated luncher. The sun, catching the bright bit of moving tin, had made of it a tiny reflector. Surely, never had so insignificant an object caused the Germans so great an expenditure of costly ammunition. Industry of Genius. Most writers recognized as possessed of genius or of great talent have been voluminous producers. In most cases their talent or genius, as a rule, after being stimulated by success, has literally taken possession of them and forced them to work hard and persistently. Balzac used to have rages of industry lasting for many hours and leaving him exhausted. Scott's prodigious industry was due mainly to his determination to pay off a heavy indebtedness. Dickens was marvelously industrious. But Thackeray was lazy and used to suffer greatly from the thought of work undone. His rages of work were not voluntary, like Balzac's, but inspired by desperateness. But he could take a theme for a novel and stick to it till he had produced a monumental work. If he had loved his work more, however, he might have made the world even richer than he did by his unique gift and he might have discovered in himself unsuspected veins of genius.—Exchange. The War Garden. Representative Mason of Illinois said in Chicago the other day: "One way to keep down prices is for every family to set up its own vegetable garden, but the trouble is that most of us are as ignorant of gardening as the chap who wrote to the seedsman: "As I wish to do my bit for the allies by growing my own provisions on a strip of rocky ground back of my house, please send me, f. o. b, b one dozen potato seeds, one bee with hive complete, one dozen fruit seeds assorted, ten square yards of grass, one path, six feet of wall flowers with wall, and one dozen flour plants. I am especially particular about the grass, which should be green, and not the brown kind I see in so many gardens." Most fruits contain from 75 to 95 per cent water, and a balance of woody fiber or cellulose, fruit sugar and minerals. Thus the free use of fruit daily insures a greater supply of water to the body, says the Popular Science Monthly. The cellulose of the fruit supplies bulk and a mechanical stimulation which promotes waste elimination. Acid fruits, such as oranges, lemons, limes and most berries, contain a certain chemical compound called "vitamines," in a very stable form. These vitamins are believed to purify the blood and to prevent scurvy and varicus skin diseases. THE BYSTANDER EDITOR'S OBSERVATIONS. Monmouth is a quaint little city of about 12,000 inhabitants. The county seat of Warren county, located upon the level prairie. The Monmouth college, a well known educational institution, is located here. About 800 colored people live here and the peculiar thing is that nearly all of them own their own homes. They are mostly old settlers. More of them own automobiles than any like number of colored people that we ever seen. One automobile garage repair shop is owned and operated entirely by colored help, Messrs. Barnett and Starr. They are both active, experienced young men, well liked and are crowded with work all the time. They are good mechanics. Mr. J. K. Turner is still running his second hand and upholster store, doing an increasing business. Mr. Samuel Cox, the pioneer carpenter contractor, is still having a large trade, more work than ever. He and his family are indeed fine representatives of the advancing American Negro. He owns valuable property and has a seven-passenger automobile. Mr. Richmond is an old citizen, perhaps the wealthiest colored person in this county. He is still running his grocery store in the suburbs of the city. He owns a large farm in Canada. His uncle, John Richmond, a younger man and a far more of a real race man than the older Richmond, is also well to do. He is in the carpet cleaning business and real estate. He also owns a farm in Canada, also one down in the southland. They have a nice home, an automobile. The Catkins, who have lived here for many years, have all moved away. Prof. C. C. Payne has a musical orchestra and does playing at parties. G. W. Jones, the house doctor, is still living here, doing well. He is one of the best informed men in this section of Illinois on current Negro and white literature. As a rule he takes and reads all the journals and magazines published by our race and many by the white race. Ye editor enjoys stopping there, with his good wife as a cook. Mrs. J. E. Smith is still in the catering business, enjoying a large trade. They have a fine seven-passenger car. Mrs. Daisy Lash recently united in marriage to Mr. Mason of Davenport, Iowa, was the first in this city to buy the new book in Galesburg, Ill., entitled "The History and Views of Officers' Training Camp in Ft. Des Moines." She will be agent in this county. Mrs. J. T. Peoples is one of the active secret society and church workers here. There are two fine churches; indeed they have just been built and are the most up-to-date and modern colored church buildings you will find. The A. M. E. has just erected their edifice that able Christian minister, Rev. Mr. Thompson, a young man full of energy, who is doing good work here. The Baptist church is pastored by Rev. C. Lindell, a very scholarly and able young minister, who came here from Ft. Madison. It was his eloquence that won the next year's annual meeting of the Western Baptist association, which was held in Des Moines in August. Monmouth needs a good restaurant and rooming house, a physician. Miss Bernice Metlock will chronicle the news for the Bystander again this year. We next stopped in Galesburg, the capital of Knox county, a city known for her high educational institution, the Knox college, the Lombard university and several others that I cannot now recall. We have here about 1,000 colored population, with three churches, namely the Second Baptist, a new church just building, and they are planning to move in their new building the first Sunday in October and hope to dedicate it free of debt some time next spring. This church has had a hard struggle, as you see from a special write-up soon to appear in the Bystander. Yet though the hard work of their able and highly educated minister, Rev. W. B. M. Scott, B. A. B. Th., this church has been able to raise more than 5,000 this year and their slogan is to raise $2,000 more this year. The A. M. E. church is built a new building, only been a beautiful new building, located in the west end of the city. No pastor. Dr. Auter, their physician, is a very sick man. He was taken to the sanitarium to his parents' home in Indiana. Mr. C. M. Watkins is still running his electric and Turkish bath parlor in the Union hotel, doing nicely. U. G. Davis is still working in the gas plant, where he has worked for the past thirty years. Hsi brother is a mail carrier. They own a beautiful home. G. W. Kidd is still in the barber shop and wishes to be remembered to his Iowa friends. Miss Nettie B. Franklin, a nurse, formerly from Bedford, Iowa, lives here. Mr. Chas. Anderson is still in the grocery store in the west end and doing a good business. His wife and daughter, Miss Beatrice, assist him. Miss Berlin is also the Bystander agent and we hope those of you who have promised me that you would pay the agent, please do so and don't put her off with a promise to call again. Rev. W. W. Willian was indisposed the past week, having a very severe cold. Mr. Henry Robinson of Sioux City. CLINTON, IOWA. a former resident of Clinton, visited a few days ago with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Robinson, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Anna S. Brown of Cedar Rapids, who is field secretary of the Woman's Work of the Western Baptist convention, also president of the Woman's Work of the Iowa-Nebraska association, will be in Clinton this week. She will address an audience at the Second Baptist church on Wednesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Culberson are cosily located at $202\frac{1}{2}$ North Third street, where they have started housekeeping. Rev. W. W. Williams is busy making arrangements for the year's activities in his church. An Edison concert will be given at the Masonic hall on the evening of October 25th, under the auspices of McNiel lodge. Carl Culberson, chairman. Mr. David Winfield, an old and well known resident of this city, is ill at his home on Maple avenue, as a result of a stroke which he suffered on last Friday. Mrs. C. V. Bush returned to her home in Chicago last week, after a several weeks' visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Bush. The trustees of Bethel A. M. E church will give a social on October 20th. The trustee helpers are the committee in charge. Send us your name as a subscriber to the Bystander. The Second Baptist church was filled to its capacity on Monday evening, October 8th, by an appreciative audience, gathered to listen to the concert "In and Out of Bondage," given under the personal direction of Mrs. F. J. Nott. The program, which was varied, consisted of music, recitations, scenes and drills. A number of children took part, who elicited great applause. The marriage of Miss Anna Culberson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Culberson, of 678 Tenth avenue, to Mr. Vero Monteiro of San Francisco, Cal., was solemnized in Davenport on last Friday. The wedding comes as a surprise to the friends of the bride. It is the culmination of a romantic courtship by mail. The groom is reputed to be wealthy. He is now in the east on a business trip, where, if he finds business to his liking, he may locate Otherwise he will return west. He is a native of Portugal, being born on Cavere Island. Congratulations are extended to the happy couple. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Robinson gave a most delightful dinner to their children and their families on Sunday, September 29th, in honor of their son, Mr. Henry Robinson, of Sioux City. Mr. Carl J. Culberson is a recent subscriber to the Bystander. Subscribers in Clinton are indeed glad to see that the correspondents are waking up. The value of a newspaper depends a great deal on the activity of its correspondents. Let us hear from you often. McNeil lodge, A. F. & A. M., met in regular session Tuesday night. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Donnelly have moved from Maple avenue to Camanche avenue. J. T. Culberson has been nursing a sore hand. Rev. Viney returned to Monmouth last Saturday. Board meeting Monday night at 8 o'clock at the home of Mr. Holly. Teachers' meeting Tuesday night. Joint meeting of the stewardesses at Mrs. Mary Neil's. Prayer meeting Wednesday night. Meeting of the Sewing Circle on Wednesday afternoon. Choir rehearsal Friday night. Calvary Baptist News. The People's Forum met last Thursday evening and will have their next meeting Tuesday night. About seventy-five friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Mason, who were recently married, surprised them with a shivaree last Thursday night. Mrs. Mary Neal, in behalf of the Agnes Moody club, presented them with a cut glass dish. Refreshments were served and a pleasant evening enjoyed. Mrs. Viney May was hostess to a whist party on last Thursday evening. Mrs. Berenice Metlock, the correspondent here, was called to Burlington on Thursday night by the illness of her grandmother. Mrs. Mary Edwards. Mr. Carl McWilliams and Walter Hubbard were Macomb visitors on Western Union Telegraph Co. Colored messenger boys wanted by the above company from 16 to 18 years of age. Must be of good appearance and willing to work. Boys can make from $50.00 to $75. per month. and will be given every consideration by thier employer. Sunday. James Hardin and Everett Murphy motored to Keokuk on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Hubbard, Mrs. Eliza Smith, Mrs. Anna Wallace and Mr. James Johnson were among those who attended the dedication services of the Zion Baptist church in the "Burg" on Sunday. Mrs. G. T. Brown is better at this writing. Mrs. Sarah Flood and son, Clyde Wallace, are both able to be out again. Please telephone your news to 4809. Boston Woman Recomending It To Her Friends Popular Boston Lady Says Toneline Has Proven a Godsend To Her. It is always interesting to listen to the statements of our friends, and especially when you know they are sincere and honest in what they say. Added interest is created in a stat- ment coming from one who has spent a life in Boston, where she is well known so- cially. Such a person is Annie Stewart, who resides in Boston, and is possessed of the respect and confidence of her associates, and is for her to verify her to follow the instructions featured! CALENDAR Of the second quarterly conference of Des Moines district A. M. E. Zion church: First church, Des Moines, Iowa, Rev. E. S. Hardge, P. C., Sept. 21 and 22. St. Matthews, Enterprise, Iowa, Rev. R. W. Rowe, P. C., Sept. 29 and 30. Birks Mission, cement plant, Iowa, Rev. J. W. Hill, P. C., Oct. 6 and 7. Buxton Mission, Oct. 28 and 24. Melix Temple, Perry, Iowa, Rev John Hillard, P. C., Oct. 27 and 28. Brethren, our motto is to save souls and build churches. Each of us is expected to raise one-half of our general claims by the setting of the district conference and sent to the departments. Keep the law and the law will keep us. I am praying for a success. I am your brother in the gospel bands. O. G. Moss. Presiding Elder. Bradford's Barber Shop 226 W. 3rd Street FIRST CLASS WORK BATHS Bradford's Pool Hall M. J. BRADFORD, PROP. A LINE OF TOBACCO, CIGARS & SOFT DRINKS Phone Wal 1916 757 W 9th St. DES MOINES, IOWA. REMEMBER Lud Strothers' Cafe 417 W. Third Street Meals and Short Orders at all hours. Quick Service. We serve on the European style. L. G. Strothers, Proprietor Des Moines "Sudden pa over-stra Every Housewife or Mother is ever under that Nervous Strain which so often results in Headaches, Dizzy Sensations, Faintness, Depression and other Nervous Disorders. Dr. Miles' NERVINE is Highly Recommended in Such Cases. IF FIRST BOTTLE FAILS TO BENEFIT, YOUR MONEY WILL BE REFUNDED. For Chapped Hands. Chapped skin, whether on the hands or face, may be cured in one night by applying Chamberlain's Salve. It is also unequaled for sore nipples, burns and scalds. For sale by all dealers. When in Daveuport Stop At Mr. & Mrs. Ensy Green 110-114 East 5th Street First Class Restaurant and Rooming House Davenport, Iowa To Satisfy You SAM. BURNS THE TAILOR & CLEANER 772 West 9th St. Popular, Priced Gents Furnishing 1012 Center Street Phone Red 1367 New Monarch Cafe DONALD C. MORTON M nager Best quality quick service good treatment. Special attention given to private parties. DES MOINES, IOWA Phones: { Wainut 1145 Res. Drake 5058J Dr. W. H. Lowry DENTIST Office 757 W. 9th. Des Moines Thompson Hotel Iowa SPECIAL SALE On Diamonds, Watches Wrist Watches For Soldier Boys & Their Sweet hearts $3.00 and up Diamond Rings, Laveliers, And Broaches, $5.00 and up Suit Cases, All Kind $1.00 and up. Trunks, All Makes, $3.00. to $15. Regulation Army Trunk $7 to $10.00 Every Article Guaranteed. O. COHEN 308 Walnut St. in BADLY RUN DOWN. "I had become greatly run down and my nerves were in terrible condition. I had frequent headaches and became very weak and was unable to do anything. I bought a bottle of Dr. Miller's Nervine. I soon began to feel better, my nerves were quieted. I recovered my strength, and have since recommended Dr. Miller's Nervine to many of my friends who have used it with satisfactory results." MRS. FRANCES WHITLOCK, 179 Broadway, Schemectady, N. Y. · CITY LOCALS Mr. Henry Clay left last week for a two weeks' visit with his daughter, Mrs. Louise Gray, of Chicago. The Home Makers' League, will meet Tuesday p. m. with Mrs. Fannie Humbard, 2701 Chester avenue. Miss Helen Shaw of Colfax was the over Sunday guest of her sister, Miss Hazelle and brother, Mr. Howard Shaw. Mrs. Brice U. Taylor of Chicago, formerly Miss Zella Davis of this city, is here visiting relatives and friends. They are all pleased to see her looking so well. Mr. John Renfro and nephew, Clark Yeiger, of 108 W. Thirteenth street left Saturday night to attend the world series and returned home Wednesday morning. Mr. Geo. F. Shaw of Colfax was in the city Monday evening, called here by the illness of his brother, Mr. Enoch L. Shaw, who has been quite sick at the home of his son on Chester avenue. The Callanan Industrial club met October 3rd at the home of Mrs. Thornton Adams. The hostess served a dainty repast. The club will meet Wednesday, October 17th, at the home of Mrs. Hazelle Hammers, 2623 Chester avenue. The Marchiel Neal Art club met at the residence of Mrs. Harry Hammitt, 3110 W. Union street. A very interesting program was rendered, after which refreshments were served and club adjournment to meet with Mrs. Harper, 4031 N. Fifteenth street. Des Moines will bid farewell to *toose who have received their commissions at the officers' training camp at Ft. Des Moines at the regular officers dance at Masonic hall, Eleventh and Center streets, Saturday evening. Good music and a refined atmosphere THOMPSON HOTEL GUESTS. W. Watkins, Hiberian club; Thomas Elois, Texas; Mr. Jesse Mathews, Mr. and Mrs. Ruffer, New York; J. C. Banks, Lloyu Garnes, L. B. Watkins, M. Montgomery, James Stewart, Ft. Des Moines. The many friends and clients of Atty. S. Joe Brown will doubtless be pleased to learn that he has been discharged from the officers' training camp at Ft. Des Moines and will be found at his desk in its office over 607 Mulberry street on and after The soldiers' welfare meeting was held last Monday evening at Union Congregational church. A very enthusiastic meeting was held. Very enthusiastic meetings were given by Dr. Geo. W. Cabaniss and others. The meeting will be held next Monday at the residence of Mrs. David Bowmer, at which time material will be on hand for knitting and sewing. Mrs. Pearl Parks will also be present. All ladies of the city who are interested in the work are asked to be present. BIRTHDAY PARTY. Saturday evening Mrs. L. Watson and Mrs. E. Mash entertained at a surprise birthday stag in honor of Leut. Wm. A. Harris. Cards and music were the features of the evening, after which a Dutch lunch was served. Covers were laid for Lieuts. Harris, Hodge, Ward, Jones, Sergt. Kelly, Mr. Peters, Mr. Watson of Co. No. 7 and Mr. Mash. The City Federation was organized Monday evening, October 5th, at the home of Mrs. Jesse McClain, and the following officers were elected: President, Mrs. Jessey McClain; vice president, Mrs. Lulu McCree; corresponding secretary, Mrs. Maude Ross Birt; recording secretary, Mrs. Margaretowery; assistant secretary, MissJasilla Sears; treasurer, Mrs. R. N. Hyde; reporter, Mrs. Gus Nichols; chairman executive committee, MissJayne Belle; committee on homes, Mrs. Bessie Hughes, Mrs. Jessey Davis, Mrs. Ina Mixon; committee on meeting place, Miss Margaret Robtis, Mrs. Mary Woods, Mrs. Maudeoss Birt. ARTISTIC DANCERS HERE. The Masonic temple was the scene a very unique affair Saturday afternoon, when Mrs. Lieut. Dr. A. J. poker entertained a number of theutenants of the medical corps and middates of the officers' training mp of Fort Des Moines and their ves. The hall was very tastefully corored, the color scheme being the FOR SALE Hair-dressing and Chiropody business. Established 15 years WEALTHY PATRONS poor health is reason for selling Mrs. M. STEWART 623 W. B. Way Council Bluffs, Iowa national colors. Dancing started at 2 p. m. and continued till 5 p. m., at which time a buffet lunch was served. The guests were from all parts of the United States. One of the best features of the afternoon was an exhibition dance given upon request of their friends by Mr. and Mrs. Curtis M. Carpenter of Baltimore, Md. They are the most graceful dancers that has visited Des Moines in some time. The olive drab uniforms of the gentlemen lent a lovely background to the beautiful dance frocks of the ladies. FT. DES MOINES CAMP NOTES The soldier boys at the Medical Training Camp for Officers and Enlisted men at Ft Des Moines are taking an active part in every class of athletics from pitching horse shoes to foot ball. Some of the best stunts have been staged by the boxers among whom are several state champions and many near champions. In this list are such fearless scrappers as: "Club-house" Carrigan, "Yellowhammer" Johnson, "Limber Jack" Grier, "Eve Glade" Brown-the heavyweight champion of the southeast; "Coonie" Blackburn, one of the toughest and swiftest featherweights who ever put on a glove; John A. Ferland, better known as "Baltimore," who holds the Tri-State championship of Virginia, Pennsylvania and Maryland, says he is better than ever. "Slambang" Peacock and "Knockout" Maybank will be on the job. There has been a great deal of talk and argument as to who is best in each class and it has been decided to let them fight it out Saturday night, October 13 at the Auditorium in Des Moines. If you do not like a scrap do not come, because these boys know of nothing but mixing things from start to finish, always trying for a knock-out. The program will include bouts at all weights; also at least one battle royal. Doors open at 7:00 p. m. Admission 50c and $1.00 Sour Stomach. Eat slowly,masticate your food thoroughly, abstain from meat for a few days and in most cases the sour stomach will disappear. If it does not, take one of Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper. Red meats are most likely to cause sour stomach and you may find it best to cut them out. CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA. Mrs. Carter of Clinton, Ill., is the guest of her uncle, Mr. J. B. Nelson. Mr. Silas Lowden motored to Des Moines on Friday. Messrs. J. W. Harrison, Alfred Horne, Elbridge Horne and John Harrison, Jr., were in Chicago to the world's series ball games. Mrs. Anderson of Missouri is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Wilkerson. Mr. Harry Lavell returned Friday from Newport, Va. Mr. Lavell has an honorable discharge. Physical disqualification, due to defective eyes, is the cause of his rejection. Mr. Lavell enlisted as truck driver. Mrs. Mary Horne was hostess to the Art and Literature club Monday afternoon. A dainty two-course luncheon was served. Mr. Morse Wicks of Eldon is visiting his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Carter. Mrs. Mattie Butler has returned from Keosauqua, where she was called to the bedside of her mother. Mr. Edward Boyd and Miss Audrey Morgan received first prize at the skating rink Monday evening. Mrs. Bessie Watson received second and Mr. Geo. Clark third. First prize, $4.00; second, $2.00; third, $1.00. Mrs. Flora Lavell wa sburned very panifully Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Mack have purchased a beautiful home on the West Side. Mrs. Anna Joyce is on the sick list this week. Atty. Geo. Woodson, P. M. V. P., and district grand attorney of Iowa district grand lodge, No. 30. G. U. O. of O. F., was in the city Friday and spoke at the Odd Fellows' entertainment. Mr. Geo. Terrill was also a visitor in the city and one of the speakers. The Monroe County Quartet rendered the music for the Odd Fellows on Friday evening IOWA CITY. The university girls, due to the inability to find a suitable place, have decided to start a home on a modest plan for university girls. The home will not only be for this year, but for all time. Anyone who wishes to help this project along will be doing something for the higher education of Negro girls in Iowa. House furnishings or donations of any sort will be appreciated. We plan to move October 12, Saturday, to 432 E. Market street. A letter addressed to any girl will reach her there. Do you know of a woman who would come and live with us and be our matron? That is one of our great needs. ANNOUNCEMENT. Dr. A. J. Booker wishes to announce that Dr. R. A. Dobson, formerly of Sioux City, has taken over his practice. Dr. Dobson at present is temporarily located at the home of Mrs. J. W. Fields, 760 West Eleventh street. Phone Red 4615. After October 1st he will be permanently located on the corner of Twelfth and Center streets. THE BYSTANDER If your children are subject to croup get a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, and when the attack comes on be careful to follow the plain printed directions. You will be surprised at the quick relief which it affords. CHURCH DIRECTORY. MAPLE ST. BAPTIST CHURCH. East Maple Street. Rev. Samuel Bates, pastor. 11:00 a. m.—Preaching. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 7:30—Preaching. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Cornithian Baptist Church Fifteenth and Linden Sts. G. W. Robinson, Pastor. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m.—Evening worship and preaching. Union Congregational Church Tenth and Park Sts. Rev. H. M. McCraven, Supply Pastor. 11 a. m.—Morning worship. 12 m.—Sunday school. Everybody welcome. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church Second and Center Rev. S. L. Birt, D. D., Pastor. 10:45 a. m.—Preaching. 12:30 p. m.—Class meeting. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 8:30 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 8:00 p. m.—Evening worship. Union Baptist Church Sixteenth and McCormick. Rev. J. M. Eaves, Pastor. 9:30 a. m.—Sunday school. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 6 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m.—Preaching. 511 S. E. Fourth street. 10 a. m.—Sunday school. 11:30 a. m.—Preaching. 8 p. m.—Preaching. Rev. W. L. Lee, Pastor. 10 a. m.—Sunday school. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 12 m.—Class meeting. 6:30 p. m.—Epworth League. 7:30 p. m.—Preaching. Bethel A. M. E. Church Sixteenth and Filmore Sts. Rev. H. A. Perry, Pastor. 11 a. m.—Morning service. 12:30 p. m.—Class meeting. 1:00 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 7:30 p. m.—Evening worship. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy the Most Reliable. After many years' experience in the use of it and other cough medicines, there are many who prefer Chamberlain's to any other. Mrs. A. C. 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D. 1911, the following described real estate, toit, Lots 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25 of Richmond's sub-division of a part of lot 6 of the official plat of lots 4 and 7 of the Thompson estate in section 27, township 79, range 24, west on the 5th p. m. Iowa, now included in and forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Iowa, was sold to L. E. Gray for the payment of the taxes for the year 1910 thereon, and a certificate of purchase was duly issued to him by the treasurer of said Polk county, Iowa, thereof, which certificate is now lawfully held and owned by W. H. Meredith. That the time for redemption from said sale will expire and a deed for said lot will be issued to him by the treasurer of said Polk county, Iowa, unless redemption from said sale be made within ninety days from said sale be made within ninety days from the completed service of this notice. Dated September 25, 1917. W. H. Meredith. By W. L. Baugh, His Duly Authorized Agent and Directed by Him. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. To Alfred S. Renshaw, the person in whose name the real estate described below is taxed: You are hereby notified that at a regular tax sale held in and for Polk county, Iowa, on December 4, A. D. 1911, the following described real estate, toowit: Lot 6 Douglas addition, now included in and forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Iowa, was sold to Des Moines Trust Co. for the payment of the taxes for the year 1910, thereon, and a certificate of purchase was duly issued to him by the treasurer of said Polk county, Iowa, therefor, which certificate is now lawfully held and owned by them. That the time mor redemption from said sale will expire and a deed for said lot will be issued to him by the treasurer of said Polk county, Iowa, unless redemption from said sale be made within ninety days from the completed service of this notice. Dated September 27, 1917. Des Moines Trust Co. By W. L. Baugh. Agent For and Directed by Them. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. To Alfred S. Renshaw, the person in whose name the real estate described below is taxed: You are hereby notified that at a regular tax sale held in and for Polk county, Iowa, on December 4, A. D. 1911, the following described real estate, towit: Lot 5 Douglas addition, now included in and forming a part of the city of Des Monies, Iowa, was sold to Des Moines Trust Co. for the payment of the taxes for the year 1910, thereon, and a certificate of purchase was duly issued to him by the treasurer of said Polk county, Iowa, therefor, which certificate is now lawfully held and owned by them. That the time mor redemption from said sale will expire and a deed for said sale will expire and a deed for said lot will be issued to him by the treasurer of said Polk county, Iowa, unless redemption from said sale be made within ninety days from the completed service of this notice. Dated September 27, 1917. Dated September 21, 1911. Des Moines Trust Co. By W. L. Baugh, Agent For and Directed by Them. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. To W. K. Wallace, the person in whose name the real estate described below is taxed: You are hereby notified that at a regular tax sale held in and for Polk county, Iowa, on December 4, A. D. 1911, the following described real estate, towit: Lot 1, Douglass addi- lation, now included in and forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Iowa, was sold to Des Moines Trust Co. for the payment of the taxes of 1910, thereon, and a certificate of purchase was duly issued to him by the treas- urer of said Polk county, Iowa, there- for, which certificate is now lawfully held and owned by them. That the time mor redemption from said lot will be issued to him by the treasurer of said Polk county, Iowa, unless redemption from said sale be made within ninety days from the completed service of this notice. By W. L. Baugn. Agent For and Directed by Them. DANDRUFF QUICKLY STOPPED There is only one way to cure dandruff and that is to kill the germs. There is only one hair pre-treatment that will all give great results and is Mildredina Hair Remedy. This unusual hair restorer with its record of thousands of curls will grow hair on any where where hair is damaged. It dandruff, and fading hair and itching of the scalp in three weeks or your money back. It is the most pleasant and invigorating tonic, is not sticky or greasy and is used extensively by ladies of refinement to dress and to keep their hair soft, lustrous and熠iant. Every druggist is selling Mildredina Hair Remedy on a positive guarantee to remove or modify or more or less hair in a bottle. Out-of-town customers supplied by mail. CENTERVILLE NEWS Mission Circle met at the church on Tuesday evening, Oct. 2 and quite a number were present. The Circle is progressing nicely and several have added their names to the list. The Mayflower Tent was entertain- Wednesday, October 8, at the home of the queen, Mrs. Lula Jackson, on S. Eighteenth street. The Calthians gave a social at the church Saturday, October 6th, and quite a number were present. Quite a number attended services Sunday. Rev. M. Carrington preached an excellent sermon Sunday night to a well filled house. The church is progressing nicely. They have finished paying off the debts for the paving and all other debts. Much credit is due the paving committee for their faithful work. Mrs. Whn. Noah leaves for Des Moines to visit her sister and children, Mrs. George Henry and son, Rozelle, who is employed at the training camp at Fort Des Moines. Mrs. Anna Kearney and sister, Mrs. Fannie Rae, were out calling Monday afternoon. Mrs. Samuel Lee is visiting relatives and friends in Missouri. A lunch will be served Wednesday night after prayer meeting for the benefit of the chair. Mrs. E. F. Brown was visiting in one city Monday. Master Carl Jeter and James Crittenden weeing in Mystic on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. J. P. Gooding took dinner Sunday at the home of Mrs. E. F. Brown of Mystic, Iowa. Those reported on the sick list are Miss Bessie Nash, Mrs. John Langly and Mrs. Susie Williams. We wish to thank our many friends for their kindness during the sickness and death of our dear son and brother, Harry Jeter, also for the many beautiful floral offerings.—Mr. N. Eter and Family. GALESBURG I.L. Sunday services were well attended at the A. M. E. church. Rev. Jamerson, presiding elder of Springfield, ill., conference, filled the pulpit morning and evening. Rev. and Mrs. Garrison returned Wednesday evening from a very pleasant visit in Council Elfus. While there they were the guests of Mrs. A. A. Green and Mr. and Mrs. Hall. Rev. Jameson gave a very interesting talk at the A. M. E. church Sunday school. He gave them 15 points on teaching. S. M. T. give a fish fry at Odd Fellows hall on Tuesday, October 16. The Garrison club was entertained at the home of Mrs. Wells on Friday, October 12th. The A. M. E. choir is preparing a Hallowe'en party, "Feast in the Wilderness." October 31. The members and friends of the A. M. E. church surprised Rev. Garrison and wife by giving a pound party Wednesday evening. About thirty-five were present. Miss L. Watts of Kewanee is spending a few days in the city, the guest of Mrs. Bolder. Impressive openin gservices held at Second Baptist church Sunday, October 7th. A large number of friends and members from the city and from out of town filled the room. Musical numbers were furnished by the choir and by a double male quartette from the city, under the direction of Prof. W. F. Bentley. Many ministers of the city gave short addresses. Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Drury and nephew, Mr. and Mrs. H. Jenkins, motored to Rock Island on Sunday. The reception given at the home of Mrs. B. Nelson in honor of Mrs. A. Davis and M. Watkins, officers of the State Federation, was a decided success. Those attending voted the hostess a royal entertainer. Cards were received in the city announcing the marriage of H. L. Watts of Mt. Pleasant to Mr. R. Slaughter of Centerville, Iowa. The bride has relatives and a host of friends in this city, who join and wish them a long and prosperous life. Mr. E. Watts of Kewanee, Ill., was the guest at the Chas. Anderson home Sunday. The A. L. club was entertained at the home of Mrs. J. H. Washington on Thursday, October 11th. Typhoid Cases. Miss M. Smalley is much improved at this writing. F. Smalley is not much improved. V. Leonard is able to sit up. D. McKenzie, operated on for appendicitis, is much improved at this writing. Please may and subscribe for the Bystander. If you have any news for the Bystander please call Bell 2140 M. SIoux CITY, IOWA. Rev. E. R. Edwards has returned from conference, which convened in St. Paul, Minn. We are glad to welcome Rev. Edwards back to our city and hope that he will have another successful year. Mrs. M. Thompson and Mr. A. Webb are on the sick list. Mr. D. Jackson entertained at a delightful party Friday, October 5th. The hours were spent with music and informality, at the close of which a dainty luncheon was served. The guests departed at a late hour, voting Mr. Jackson a royal entertainer. There will be a musical entertainment at the Malone Chapel Thursday, October 18th. A chicken and Kentucky oyster supper will be served. The entertainment is being supervised by Mr. F. W. Roberts. Owing to the efficient leadership of Mr. Roberts and the musical ability of the Norris or- THE BYSTANDER chestra, which will entertain, a large crowd is anticipated. The Ladies' Aid of the Malone Chapel will meet this week at the residence of Mrs. N. Green. Mr. W. Gordon has gone to Vermillion, S. D., to work. Sunday was covenant meeting day at the Vine Street and Broadway Baptist church. A glorious meeting was joyed by all. The following are on the sick list: Mr. Arthur Crews, Mrs. James Williams, Mrs. Johnnie Guy and Miss Tennie Brooks. Mrs. Harry Major and little daughter are expected home for the death of her father, Prof. E. W. Perkins. Miss Ruth Rankins departed Wednesday for Jefferson City, Mo., where she will attend Lincoln Institute. The death of Prof. E. W. Perkins principal of Dumas school, occurred Sunday evening at his home, after a few days of illness. Prof. Perkins has been in poor health for some time, but his condition did not become serious until Friday night. Prof. Perkins has been teaching here for a number of years, coming here from Trenton, Mo., where he conducted school there for a number of years. He was a graduate of Lincoln Institute at Jefferson City, Mo., and a man of splen was a member of the Masonic lodge and also a member of the G. U. O. of F. lodge, and also a good Christian and a prominent member of the A. M. E. church. He has a large circle of friends. He leaves to mourn his death a wife and four children, Mrs. Harry Majors of Pueblo, Colo., Master E. W. Inman, Jr., and Paul Perkins, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday afternoon from the A. M. church. Mrs. Price Ellenkin of Clinton, Iowa, spent a few days in Macon on business. Mrs. Jane Burton is visiting relatives in Fort Madison, Iowa. Mrs. Cassie Chambers spent a few days in Brookfield, Mo. Quite a number of Shelbyville young people motored to Macon on Sunday and spent a few hours. M isses Florida Warren, Mabel Harris and Florence and Viola Hayden have returned to resume their studies at Western college. Mr. Arthur Bell ehas returned from a visit in Des Moines, Iowa. Miss Minnie Mason of Manivilla, Iowa, is visiting in the city. Rev. Harris of Carrolton, Mo., accompanied his sister, Miss Mabel, to Macon on Monday. We are glad to have Rev. A. R. Fox, pastor of the A. M. E. church, with us again. Miss Lovena Arnold or Kansas City, Mo., spent a few days in Macon, the guest of her sisters, Missie Robie and Amatena, who oare attending Western college. Mrs. J. T. Ancell and Mrs. L. Brooker have returned from St. Charles, Mo., where they attended conference. Mrs. Zoe Hollingworth entertained a company of young people at her home on Saturday evening, complimentary to Mr. Hollingworth's birthday. Mrs. Joe Robinson of Hocking was in Albia two days of this week. Mr. Bert Jones of Hiteman was in town Friday and Saturday of this week Mr. Lou Morris has accepted a position in Fort Dodge and will move there soon. Mr. Cornelius Miller and family of Hawkeye visited at the Cornelius Thomas home over Sunday. Mrs. G. A. Davis returned from Hocking No. 3 on Monday. Miss May Davis visited Sunday at ocking No. 3. Mr. Roy Burns of Hocking was in Albia on Sunday. Mr. Thomas and a number of others from Buxton were in Albia on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Robinson were called to Cincinnati, Ohio, by the sickness and death of Mrs. Robinson's sister, Jennie Frances. They are expected to return in a few weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Brittian Thomas and Mr. Cornelius Miller and little Maxine McCarthy autoled to Hocking No. 3 at the home of Mr. Roy Grayson on Sunday. The Lend a Hand Circle realized a neat sum from their concert and chicken supper Thursday evening. Mrs. S. Lewis has returned to the city. She was away on business. did character and of much ability. He did character and of much ability. He Mrs. F. Walken called on Mrs. S. Mrs. E. Walkup called on Mrs. S. Mr. J. King and Mr. A. Dawson left Sunday night for Peoria, Ill., where the Masonic convention meets. Mr. M. Brown is back in the city working again. Mrs. M. Carter has been on the sick list. Mr. G. Johnston has two families in his flat on Thitreenth street and Fifth avenue. Mrs. L. Black has returned home, after several weeks' absence from the city. Mr. R. Bryson and his boy friend left Sunday night for Chicago, then to Detroit. Mrs. L. Payne and children, Mrs. R. Jackson and son, Miss B. Edmunds and Mr. L. Henry of Davenport were the guests of Mr. E. Bassett on Sunday afternoon. The afternoon was enjoyed by music. Mrs. Mary Pearson was to call on Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Moore on MACON, MO., NEWS. ALBIA NEWS ROCK ISLAND, ILL. Sunday afternoon. Mr. Willis of Davenport was over to the Baptist church Sunday morning to attend services. Rev. Madison preached Sunday evening at the Baptist church. Miss B. Sdmunds and Mr. L. Henry of Davenport attended Sunday service at the A. M. E. church in Moline. Rev. Lewis had an excellent text. Miss L. Coleman and others spent last Sunday in Muscatine at the residence of Miss S. Mason. Mr. G. Target, O. Richardson, M. Cain and H. Roberts of Davenport spent Sunday evening in Rock Island. Mr. E. Bassett received from L. Henry of Davenport a picture of himself in his track suit. Mrs. L. Gorman, daughter and grandson of Moline were calling in the city Sunday afternoon. The skating rink opened Monday evening with a large crowd that seemed to enjoy themselves on rollers. Every Monday evening is for the colored people only, so come out and try your luck on skates. Miss Maude Henderson is reported better at this writing. Rev. C. B. Johnson of this city preached at Monticello, Mo., Sunday. He has accepted the church for one Sunday. Mrs. S. M. Richardson was the guest of Mrs. F. Thompson on Sunday. Mrs. R. Wess is some better at this writing. Mrs. Lizzie Martin is visiting in Hampton, Iowa. Her husband is working there. Rev. W. R. Richardson has been sent to Hillsdale, Mo., and Rev. B. C. Anderson comes to Kirksville. Miss Ella Hawkins passed through Kirksville, Mo., en route to Jefferson City, Mo., to enter Lincoln Institute. Mrs. Annie Utley, daughter of Mrs. Phoebe Yates, is sick in St. Louis. Mrs. Yates expects to go there this week. Mr. Andrew Burris has purchased a new phonograph and regales himself with the best ni the musical world. Mrs. Smith Recommends Chamberlain's Tablets. "I have had more or less stomach trouble for eight or ten years," writes Mrs. G. H. Smith, Brewerton, N. Y. "When suffering from attacks of indigestion and heaviness after eating, one or two of Chamberlain's Tablets have always relieved me. I have also found them a pleasant laxative." These tablets tone up the stomach and enable it to perform its functions naturally. If you are troubled with indigestion give them a trial, get well and stay well. David said in 2nd Psalm, 1 verse: "Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?" This bank unity and charity means all that God can allow for our race, and there is nothing impossible with God. Together friends we stand as a people. There is nothing dark about this work but I shall endeavor at this writing to say more along the line. I was born of slave parents, my father for a number of years was a Deputy Sheriff in Ganpleue county, Texas, after the dark days of slavery he learned himself to read and write and keep his own books in his shop and could read and explain the bible from Gen. to Rev. and yet he was a sinner. But in his dying hour his only brother Rev. P. J. Mayo asked him how did he feel toward the Lord and his reply was "Oh, Peter, I feel alright and if it had not of been for the Lord I would not of been here this long. His name was Samuel Johnson. In slavery there was a lot of those half brothers. My father was one to Rev. P. J. Mays, Baptist minister. My mother's name before she was married was Maggie Clark and she taught school two years in Seguin, Texas in the country school. I am 35 years of age and am trying to establish, analyze and explain all I can for my race. It may seem a poor way to reach them but what am I to do, we do care for holiness says some. I don't want to be bothered with the soldier's wives, cries another, and still another yells no woman shall fill my stand so what am I to do. Yes, every writing that has been printed in this paper for God's name sake cost dollars. Where did it come from—a sacrifice made from our home. One tenth of Joseph S. Lowe's pay has been for nearly four years been spent by his wife for "unity and charity" and not one penny has been received up to date of this writing, October 5, 1917. Should any of it be received after this date may God bless you. I want to state some facts about this work. In Pacific Grove, Calif., this bank will be built. Why? Because God gave me the work in Pacific Grove—sanctified me there. I have written to hundreds and hundreds of people in business and of different denominations about this work for nearly four years and with all that has been said nothing has been done. We say we love our race, thinking of the many homes, have suffered since then the first book I wrote I wanted to get 1000 orders at 25c a piece, no response. The second 25c, no response, at which I was out $8 and many hard words and thoughts that only God can replace. I worked in a sick ladie's place to try help raise money to get 100 books to send to 100 colored churches, but sickness, death KIRKSVILLE, MO. "A MESSAGE" CONGRATULATIONS GRADUTE OFFICERS It must be a matter of great pride to each of you men that so large a percentage of those who attended your training camp qualified so magnificently for the commissions you are now to receive. We Can Now Be of Service in providing such Officer's Equipment as you will immediately require and will be pleased to have inspect our stock of Officers' Bed Rolls Wool Trench Blankets' Gold Medal Cots Kupoc Silk Mattresses Officers' Army Lockers Pillows, Toilet Cases, Ftc of my mother and other relatives overthrew the plan, again I come to you all as an empty pitcher asking the attention, "weight hte work." It is no harm to write of one day when I was in California in 1909. August a church was being dedicated to God. I was seated in that church in the choir, two or our white friends were conversing before services began, between each other. One said, these people will have a real nice church when they get it all payed for and I delight in it. I gave $50 and today I am going to give $25. I am willing to give $150 more to see the building go on. And while talking he said I would love to see something the colored race did by themselves, as a race. The other man said Well, in Los Angeles, I am told they it was built by each colored person in have a fine church built by them and the town giving a penny. Shaw, says the other don't you believe that they ask everybody; though that was great but I know that they don't love one another that well that they will trust anybody before they will their own. No, this isn't what makes me say unite and do charity for each other that was in 1909, August and in February 5th, 1914 God delivered me this message. Beloved I have fought this work along for God and to glorify his name and to show love for God and attention, "weight the worm." I am still praying, fighting alone. Think of our city, churches and clubs dicerent benevolent societies. Can they supply all the poor. "No" Do they help you. But what a difficult and a strain it is on the city, churches, etc., four and five times a month, extra calls for aids. All God wants to do is to have us unite and do as he says. We say everybody is grafting now for money. Here is one that is not after money but only to do God's will. The cards explain sympathy and love through hJesus Christ, our men harden their hearts, our women say all foolishness, no class, our uyong girls say dress swell, our churche close their doors. God is going to send a greater plague on our rice if we won't except him. Four years of toil and work for Jesus means a proof and a reward to a true worker. We can heap this work on the trash pile, call it a raeck division but God knows all about its struggles and He will be with it in the end as he was in the beginning. He opened this door to our race and he has power to close it. The mail carrier passes my door twice a day. No orders for cards, no, no orders. Though, when I think of Noah who built the ark of God when I think of how he preached 120 years and never got discouraged why should I stop. I have heard the old people say even the hammer and nail rang. Repent. Repent, and as I look more deeply into the holiness there was. Christopher Columbus said the world was round. What a hard time he had and the first establisher of all time work have more than we could average and our great hero Abraham Lincoln, and George Washington and I had a vision sent to me by a white friend in which she thought she would be expected to place in the book God directed me, George Washington's picture. I am endeavoring to raise a million dollars by summer. This bank is to help all who deserve by gift or loan. No interest is fixed on loan money, only a request when you say loan, please return. I believe that is why the Lord says, "The Lord our Right-owners." The building is expected to be three stories, brick, third floor furnished rooms, second floor hall and reception room, etc. First floor, cafe and bank. Are you willing to sacrifice and beside beloved in 3 parts I have written a moving picture. We don't believe in moving picture. No, are we not to reach our young race, hearts in purity, some way. Won't you get understanding about this affair. This is the light God gives to Joseph S. Lowe to preach the gospel. We say I never see any pictures of black angles, no colored movies and yet we God's ways aren't equal Wool Trench Blankets Kupoc Silk Mattresses Pillows, Toilet Cases, Etc. to the races of the earth have received God in every way to reach their own. And we are standing still back biking and condemning one another thru evil hearts and thoughts and hell-fire ignorance. All work of God is purity, if we make God a liar we surely deceive ourselves. We want to listen to God's message. Yes, I have had saints tell me I lacked something because I wrote through Jesus Christ moving picture manuscript we are just standing still in this manner. A little boy whose name was Jimmie liked to go swimming. His mother was afraid her only son would get drowned, so she asked him one day why did he he go in swimming when he knew his mother loved him so and objected. Of course he didn't know, so his mother told him the very next time Jimmie you go by the river and something tell you to go in, that's the devil and you just say, "Get thee behind me Satan," and you will resist temptation nad the devil will flee. Well, he went down to the river, jumped in with all his clothes on, this bank, but we let the devil handle give him a lie to tell. Mother asked Jimmie, Didn't I tell you to say "Get thee behind me Satan." Yes, I did and the old devil got behind me and shoved me into the water. Isn't that us; we can all build this bank, but we let tre devil handle us for an instrument of his. David said in 84th Psa., 10th verse. For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a door-keeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. Some of the things we do and leave those whom we say we delight in a much more condition that at first and we prove it by St. Matt. 12:43 to 45th verses. First I will say some things we do, and how we do after we succeed in our self-will, and that part of our work falls on stony ground, we sign our names to close our saloon-keeper out of business. Yes, we do it boldly and when he is out of business who feeds his family, who clothes him. We then say God is punishing him for his misdeeds. He sold my husband gin, my son whisky, etc. Have you considered when we take a man to make a better life of his we must first be prepared. Provide a way to help his home or else, read St. Matt. 12:43-45 verses. When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places seeking rest and fineth none. Then he saith, I will return into my house from when I came out, and when he is come he findeth it empty, swept and garnished. (To Be Continued.) CLARINDA, IOWA. Mrs. Harris of St. Joe, Mo., came up and spent the Sabbath with her husband, who is working for McLaughlin & Co. Rev. Manning is the new pastor of the A. M. E. church. We welcome him an this dhis to our city. Mr. Richard Johnson spent a few hours here last Monday. The ladies of the A. M. E. church gave an entertainment at Masonic hall Saturday night. They had good success. Mrs. Susie Lucas is employed in our town for the winter. Wedding bells, we learn, will soon ring again. If you have any news for the Bystander please call Bell 272 R. The Ladies' Needle Craft club will hold their first meeting Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. E. B. Cook on Sixteenth street to elect new officers and do all kinds of fancy work for winter. Mr. Ed. Pemberton has been on the sink list. Mr. Henry Able went up to Council Bluffs on Saturda to spend Sunday with his sister. Ural Montgomery spent the Sabbath in Marysville, Mo. A handkerchief shower was given on Mrs. D. W. Brown by the ladies of the Sewing Circle before her departure. A reception was also given Thursday evening on Kev. Brown and wife by the Eastern Star ladies and Masonic order.