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THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Blug Historia Roo XXIV No.21 Company No. 2 historic camp the Officers' Traini SONG. Company No. 2 of Ft. historic camp that you Officers' Training Camp. C Company No. 2 of Ft. Des Moines Officers' Training Camp. This is only one of the many groups of this historic camp that you will see in the new book we have just published, entitled "History and Views of Colored Officers' Training Camp. The year has leased to June; Twilight and the moon, Every gift and boon In the sphere of eye and ear, In the reach of touch and speech. Lilac sweetness of the wood, The clover-scented lea, Noisy with the bee; Rain strings, whence the wind, The old harpist by the sea, Lures sweet melody. In the air, everywhere Breathes a vocal prayer; Ye who fret and strive In your self-filled hive, Come with me, hear and see, Life in every tree. The Master comes along, Thousands round him throng, Dare the current stem You may touch his garment's hem. C. Bertram Johnson. QUINCY, ILL., ITEMS. (Last Week.) Mrs. Marie Hughes is very sick at this writing. The funeral of Mrs. Chas. Johnson, whose death occurred last Thursday in Milwaukee, Wis., was held at Bethel A. M. E. church Monday morning at 10 a. m, Rev. G. T. Shaw conducting. The body was in charge of H. H. of R., No. 213, of Quincy, of which Mrs. Johnson was a member, having served as M. N. G. Messrs. John James and Albert Webb, two of Quincy's drafted men, left Saturday for Camp Dodge. Rev. Summers, pastor of Wayman Chapel, is ni Pittsfield, Ill., this week. Mrs. Myrtle Fields has arrived in the city for an extended visit. Miss Mary Taylor of La Grange is in the city visiting Mrs. Elizabeth Benton and other friends. Miss Marie Majors, teacher of room 6, gave a picnic at her home for the pupils of her room last Saturday. All had an enjoyable time. The funeral of Mrs. Mattie Clark was held Sunday afternoon at Bethel A. M. E. church, with Rev. G. T. Shaw conducting Through the columns of this paper we extend sympathy to the bereaved ones. While in attendance at the funeral of Mrs. Mattie Clark on Sunday, Mesdames Harris and Wells were hurt in a runaway. Mrs. J. E. Dahner of Indianapolis, after an extended visit among her friends, departed for home via Chicago. Mrs. Emma Caldwell, D. P. M. N. G. of Illinois, and Wisconsin, H. H. of R., Eden district, No. 18, is in the city, having accompanied Mr. Frank Johnson home on his sad mission from Milwaukee, Wis. Mrs. Bell Edwards of Kansas City, Mo., is visiting Mrs. M. E. Jackson and other friends. Mesdames Edith Willis and Carrie Cook of Chicago are visiting their father, Mr. George Mills. The first quarterly meeting of this conference year will be held at Bethel church November 11th. Mr. Louis Spencer and Miss Carrie Liesure were united in holy wedlock Saturday night by Rev. G. W. Brown. Congratulations. Mr. John Vinson and Miss Elizabeth Roberts were married Saturday night by Rev. S. M. Duke at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Noils. DAVENPORT ITEMS. Mr. Grant Hart remains very sick at the hospital. Messrs. Oliver Richardson, Henry Pitts and Wm. Pitts left Saturday morning for Camp Dodge. Mrs. Oss, the mother of Mrs. Piper and Mrs. White is slowly improving, but is yet dangerously ill. Mr. S. S. Furr of Newport News, ```markdown ``` most Pay and read the Bystander Va., has been in the city two weeks in the interest of his school. The Lend-A-Hand circle of Bethel A. M. E., church were able to turn over to the stewards and trustees about $50 as the net proceeds from their Harvest Festival of four nights' duration. Mrs. Matilda Miller entertained at dinner last Sunday at the home of Mrs. Calloway complimentary to several of her lady friends. Mr. Henry Walker met with an accident last week at the Rock Island arsenal, where he is employed. Mrs. Lydia Applewhite and Mrs. Sadie Washington entertained at the home of the latter, complimentary to Mrs. Matilda Miller, who left Saturday afternoon for Los Angeles, Cal., to remain indefinitely. If you have news for the Bystander telephone 4047 Y. The A. J. Carey Improvement Rally workers are out with the folders soliciting funds for church improvements Mrs. Geo. Jones is captain of the club and Rev. Manley is captain of club number 2. The Allen C. E. League was organized last Sunday. Its regular hour of meeting n future will be at 6:30 p.m. The newly elected president, Mrs. Maggie Manley, is highly pleased with the ladies of her M. M. society, and she is planning already to do a needed local work in the church. Presiding Elder Farribee will hold quarterly meeting Sunday, October 11th. Miss Mabel Johnson of Gravity has a folder and is soliciting for club 2. Snow fell a day last week. Makes a person think real winter is here. Mr. Page of Shenandoah and Mr. Cagen and Virgil Lewis of Shenandoah attended the dance given at K. P. hall Monday evening, given by Arthur Gibson. Mrs. T. G. Jones and husband and daughter, Miss Mary, of Red Oak, spent a few days in our city, guests of Mrs. T. G. Jones. Mr. Smyth of Marysville spent a few days in our city. Mrs. Ed Cheetwood Pemberton is on the sick list. Mr. Geo. Wilkerson, who has been visiting in St. Joe and Topeka, returned back to Clarinda the first of the week. Mr. Frank Wilkerson spent a few hours here Monday visiting friends and relatives. The McLaughlin street force of men who have been stopping at R. T. Lane's departed for Lincoln on Tuesday. Miss Funches of Clarinda is visiting her uncle, Willis Cason. Thursday evening Miss E. Bains was hostess to the Pleasant Hour club. Cards furnished the diversion of the evening, the games being played a three tables. Miss V. Pearson, Mr. L. Henry and Miss M. Stoffer were the most successful and received favors. A repast was served at the tables. The Eastern Stars had an oyster supper Thursday evening at the residence of Mrs. A. Ivy. Mrs. Mary Pearson was to call on Mrs. Hobbs on Wednesday afternoon. Miss M. Terry was calling Thursday afternoon in East Moline. Mrs. L. Black had company in Friday evening for supper. Mr. W. Morrison entertained at dinner Friday evening in honor of Dr. Slaughter. Friday evening the drafted men were the honored guests at a reception in Armory hall. Mr. A. Dawson presided at the program which was given. Short speeches were given by Clark's band, where the Progressive CLARINDA, IOWA: A. M. E. Doings. ROCK ISLAND ILL. DES MOINES, 1OWA, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1917. Art club ladies had a banquet in honor of our soldier boys. Saturday afternoon about 2:30 they departed for Camp Dodge. There were many mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, friends and sweethearts at the station to see Mayor W. McConochie, J. K. Scott, J. C. Searle and Rev. Boyd. At the conclusion of the program they were escorted to the Masonic hall by them off. Before the train got in Clark's band played some pretty lively pieces so the boys wouldn't get the homesickness blues. Saturday evening a few gents entertained their lady friends at a dancing party at Burris' printing office. We have another hairdresser in our city. She was away and learned her trade and is ready for business. You can reach her by phone. Mrs. L. Black is her name. Miss M. Terry has returned from Galesburg, where she attended a dance Saturday evening. She reporteda swell time. The P. H. W. club will be entertained at the home of Miss B. Edmunds on November 8th. Mr. Clyde R. Brannon, first lieutenant of the 79th division of Camp Meade, Maryland, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. F. Perkins on Sunday, October 28th. ALBIA NEWS. Last Week. Mr. McClain of Des Moines was an over Sunday visitor in Albia. Rev. J. W. Dowden conducted Ep- Mr. J. W. Bowden conducted Epworth League service Sunday evening. Miss Bernice Jones conducted prayer service Tuesday evening. Mrs. Alice Robinson is visiting in Des Moines this week with her daughter. Mrs. Effie Brown of Des Moines is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Virge Burns, in Hocking. Mr. Tommy Robinson of Hocking is in Cincinnati. He is also suffering from an attack of la gripe and is expected home as soon as recovered. Mr. Oscar Roper expects to move his family from Albia to Hocking in the near future, which will be a loss to Albia, as Mr. Roper is quite active in society and church work in Albia. They hope to see her often with us. The Red Cross ladies of Albia entertained twenty-five colored soldiers Friday, October 26th, at their hall. The speakers of the evening were as follows: W. S. Richmond, Hon. Geo. H. Woodson, E. T. Evert Music furnished by the Glee club and lunch served by the Red Cross ladies. There was a number of Buxton people over. Out of town visitors in Albia on Sunday were as follows: Mr. Alonzo King, Joe King and Robt. Parker of Buxton, Mr. Walter Williams and Rev. Green of Washington. Mr. William Miller, who was hurt in Buxton and brought to Albia to the hospital is much better. Mrs. Mabel Robinson of Hocking entertained at dinner Sunday for Mrs. Tennessee Robinson and Mr. McClain. Miss Alberta Robinson, who attends the Albia high school, spent Sunday in Hocking with her parents, Mrs. Mabel Robinson. The ewing Circle club met at the home of Mrs. Hattie Bennings on Monday afternoon, October 28th. After business a two-course lunch was served by the hostess. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Mrs. Delia Thomas, president; Mrs. Mabel Robinson, vice president; Mrs. Hattie Benning, secretary; Miss Ada Davis, assistant secretary; Mrs. Elizabeth Hollingsworth, treasurer. Meeting every two weeks on Monday afternoons. Many strangers in town the past week. (This Week.) The K. of P. Hallowe'en social at their hall on October 31st was a success and a very nice crowd from Hiteman, Buxton and Hocking was in attendance. The decorations were in autumn eaves and corn stalks and emblems of the different flags of countries, the art of Mr. Chas. Washington. Prizes for mask characters were first prize to Miss Edith Harris, the Indian lassie, second prize to Mr. Lawrence Butler, representing Charlie Chaplin. The next prizes given were for money collected, awarded to Miss Edith Harris, who handed in $9.50, the prize a gold bracelet; second prize to Miss Bernice Jones, amount handed in $2.50, second prize a toilet set. The Epworth League of the A. M. E. church was assisted on Sunday evening by the Epworth League of the Friends church (white) of this city. Thirty in number came down and assisted in conducting the services, also six from Buxton, came over and attended services, Mrs. Ball, four young ladies and one young man. Mr. Burns and Mr. Edmond of Hocking were in to services. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Grayson of Hocking, No. 3, were in Albia on Saturday. Quite a few strangers in town the past week. SIOUX CITY, IOWA. The Mt. Zion Baptist church has been having a rally. They were very successful in raising $273. Mr. P. Louneer, who was called to the colors, entertained at a farewell reception Friday evening, October 27. During the evening many of his friends called to wish him good luck and a safe return. The scries of revival meetings which have been conducted at the A. M. E. church have been closed. Mr. G. Smith has gone to St. Louis to visit friends. Mrs. J. D. Anthony, who has been residing in St. Louis, is expected to return to spend the winter in the city. Presiding Elder Ferribe preached at Malone Chapel on Sunday morning, while Rev. M. B. Jones preached in the evening. BUXTON MEN CALLED TO COL ORS. The first increment of Negroes of the new national army men from Buxton, Monroe county, Iowa, entrained for Camp Dodge at Albia on Saturday morning, October 27th. They were: James Rodgers, Clarence Boston, Elick Harvil, Wm. Clarence Price, Walter Frazier, Charles Garland, William Washington, Joseph N. Nicholas, Edgar Harris, Harry Miller, Earnest Eugene Carr, Herford Thoras, Herman Burks, Lawrence Bryant, Jr., William Washington, John McCoy, Benjamin Hubbard, Arthur Earl Brown, Nathan Glenn, Robert Lee Qualls, Samuel A. Rhodes. On Thursday evening, October 25, the Buxton Y. M. C. A., assisted by the ladies of the Self-Culture club, paid tribute to these men in the auditorium of the Y. M. C. A. They assembled with friends and admirers around specially prepared tables, and after an excellent repast were addressed by Attorney Jas A. Spears, Prof. A. J. Hicks and Secretary J. E. Mills. Beautiful canvas bound pocket testaments were presented to each of the honor men at the close of the program by Secretary J. E. Mills. On Friday afternoon they reported to the local board of Monroe county at Albia, and in the evening, together with their white comrades included in the first fifty-five per cent of the call from Monroe county, were entertained at Woodman hall by the business men of Albia, assisted by the adies of the canteen committee of the Albia chapter of the Red Cross. An excellent musical and speaking program was rendered. Attorneys W. T. Richmond, George H. Telephone Line May be Busy will be busy— phone is using the telephone called. other person on the party-line called is telephone. the wrong number and get a "busy" else is trying to get the line at the you are. 3. If you call the wrong number and get a "busy" line. 4. If someone else is trying to get the line at the same time you are. 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That democracy for which every worthy American would gladly sacrifice his life, his all. The friends from Buxton repaired to the court house at the close of the formal entertainment at Woodman hall, where final words of encouragement, admonition and God-speed were spoken by Secretary J. E. Mills of the Y. M. C. A. of Buxton. CLINTON, IOWA. The stewardess of Bethel A. M. E. church celebrated Stewardess day on Sunday, October 21st, with an interesting program rendered at the evening service. Mrs. Aline Henderson has been confined to her home for several days on account of illness. The Boys' Volunteer club of Bethel A. M. E. church met the trustees on Monday evening and presented them with $5.00 with which to assist in the liquidation of their indebtedness, for which they were thankful. The friends of Mrs. M. O. Culberson regret to know that she was compelled to again enter Agatha hospital for treatment this week. Hopes for the best are entertained. The officers of Bethel A. M. E. church met Monday night to arrange for the annual Thanksgiving dinner, electing the following committee: Chairman, M. O. Culberson; assistant chairman, J. T. Culberson; secretary and treasurer, A. A. Bush; ticket collector, Charles Thompson. Sherman S. Furr, traveling representative of the Newport training school at Newport News, Va., was in Clinton last week Sunday evening he gave a short talk at Bethel A. M. E. church. Subscribe for the Bystander. Mrs. J. B. Easley and Miss Ruth Weaver of Racine, Wis., are guests at the home of the parents of the former, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Robinson, on DeWitt street. Frankels Say --- The Best advertising medi- um to reach rech peopl west Price Five Cents Schiller Emerson was in Chicago recently on business. A new choir was organized recently for Bethel church. The following officers were elected: Director, A. A. Bush; assistant director, Mrs. Aletha Stewart; secretary, Miss Bessie Stewart; treasurer, Mrs. Frances Culberson. organist, Miss Bessie Stewart; assistant organist, Mrs. Aletha Stewart. Master Bige Junkins, a blind genius, appeared at the Second Baptist church on Monday evening, October 29th. J. N. Hancock of Morrison, Ill., was in Clinton last week. ROCK ISLAND NEWS. giving a patriotic concert at the A. M. E. church Tuesday, November 20. Miss M. Stoffer was hostess Thursday evening to the P. H. W. club. Miss F. Pearson, Mr. Garland and Miss V. Pearson received the favors. At a late hour a dainty repast was served at the three tables. Sunday afternoon a large number of our colored people were present at the football game to see the colored star who played with the Minneapolis marines. Mrs. D. Bowen was surprised Tuesday evening by a few of her friends. Mr. M. Pennington passed away at the tuberculosis hospital Saturday evening. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the home of his sister. Interment in Chippianock cemetery. Mrs. F. Perkins' brother of Cedar Rapids is sick at her home. The A. M. E. church took in Sunday morning as members Mrs. Channon and Mr. D. McGinnis. Mrs. P. O. Stuhlcik Tells How She Cured Her Son of a Cold. "When my son Ellis was sick with a cold last winter I gave him Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It helped him at once and quickly broke up his cold," writes Mrs. P. O. Stuchell, Homer City, Pa. This remedy has been in use for many years. Its good qualities have been fully proven by many thousands of people. It is pleasant and safe to take. Remember your subscription dues. Keep it paid up. 9 BYSTANDER PUBLISHING CO., PUBLISHERS DES MOINES, IOWA Published every Friday by the Bystander Publishing Company, Des Moines, Iowa. Office in Chemical building, corner Seventh and Mulberry streets. Phone, alnut 899. Official owner of the M. W. U. Grand TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. 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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 This notice applies to all writers contributors, agents and correspondents. Sign all articles, write only upon one side of paper, write a plain hand and spell accurately. Do not send in names of persons at parties event. Do not give an eulogy or write your personal comment upon classes, all societies, all religious de event. Simply tell the news or event in a brief, simple manner and let the readers of The Bystander comment. Write the news of all personal whims or ideas. EDITORIALS RACE SEGREGATION GETS COURT JOLT. Acts Barring Negroes Is Declared To Violate Federal Constitution. Washington, D. C., Nov. 5.—Compulsory separation of the Negro and white races in residential districts is a violation of the constitution, the supreme court held today in an unanimous opinion declaring invalid the Louisville, Ky., segregation ordinance. The measure, which prohibited persons of either race moving into blocks in which a majority of residents were of the opposite color, is similar to ordinances now in effect in St. Louis, Baltimore, Richmond and many other southern cities. Such laws, the court decided, would not prevent the amalgamation of the races as was claimed by the Louisville authorities, or prevent race conflicts. "Desirable as this is and important as is the preservation of the public peace," said the opinion, "this aim cannot be accomplished by laws or ordinances which deny rights created or protected by the federal constitution. Laws providing for the separation of races in public conveyances and in the public schools where equal privileges are given, the court pointed out, have been upheld, but it asserted that such legislation must have its limitations and cannot be sustained where the exercise of authority exceeds the restraint of the constitution. The court's action was reversal of the lower court, which held the ordinance to be a reasonable exercise of the state police powers. Thus step by step the Negro is beginning to regain and legally establish some of his rights and privileges that the prejudiced south has deprived him of. Right and justice (though often trampled upon by prejudice and greed) will ultimately triumph. EDITOR'S OBSERVATIONS. On leaving the soon to be metropolis of the western hemisphree, I next set my weary feet in the city of Peoria, the second largest city in Illinois. Here dwells about 3,000 Afro-Americans, mingling with the almost 100,000 other peoples here, some doing well and of course some doing not so well. There are two churches, the Baptist and the A. M. E. Each has nice valuable property and brick edifices. I did not get the name of either of their pastors, as they were new ministers in the city Mr. H. F. Johnson is still on the mail service as a carrier, having been working in this capacity for the past thirty years. He is highly respected and a master Mason. Capt. I. C. Harper is still running his pantatorium, having moved to a new location. As Captain Harper has charge of the colored company M, which is a part of the famous Eighth Illinois regiment, his time is now fully devoted to the rounding up of the company for war, and his wife is managing the pantatorium. Dr. Cotton is still practicing here. Mr. Warren still runs his saloon and hotel. Mr. James has a nice restaurant. Our good friend and former editor of the Bystander, Chas. Ruff, formerly of Des Moines, is working here in an lrage factory. He says that the colored people here do not get the political recognition as in Des Moines. They have no colored policemen, no colored men employed in the county or city administration in clerical positions. Mr. Adam Bragg is a fine old pioneer here, an old soldier of the civil war, formerly lived in Iowa. Mr. B. Wright is doing well. Mrs. F. Simmers is still at the same place. Geo. Fields and Henry Hayes are also doing well, as is also L. R. Wagoner and Mrs. Gasberry. We next stopped in Quincy, Ill., one of the largest cities of Illinois, located on the Mississippi river. Here lives about 2,500 colored people, mostly old citizens, and many owning their own homes. The Prof. Brent home is one of the oldest and most valuable properties owned by colored people. He recently died at a ripe old age. His youngest daughter is a teacher in the Quincy public schools. One of his sons-in-law is W. W. Fields, formerly of Kekouk, Iowa, who runs the only first class grocery store doing a large business. There are three churches, two Baptists and the A. M. E., all seemingly doing well. Mrs. Kittie L. Robinson is doing well, as is L. W. Robinson. Mr. J. R. Bass and wife are still running the tonsorial parlor, doing nicely. Mr. Edward Duncan is running his hotel and saloon. He owns his hotel Mrs. F. G. Munday, M. E. Young and Mrs. L. Williams are all doing well. They are leading families here, also J W. Tutt, who has recently entered the ministry. There are several small restaurants operated by our people. Prof. J. R. Roberts is principal of the colored public school, the Attucks. He has the same assistants as last year, four in number. Here they have separate public schools, but mixed high school. There are two physicians here. Back to Iowa, "Beautiful Iowa," we returned, stopping at the most southeastern point of Iowa, Keokuk, better known as the Gate City, and recently dubbed the "Dam City," by virtue of the famous dam across the Mississippi river, which was constructed by the U. S. under the supervision of that great engineer, Mr. Cooper, at a cost of several millions of dollars, which is claimed to be one of the greatest pieces of modern architecture ever undertaken. tThis ci y has a population of about 10,000 people, of which about 1,500 are colored. The famous statue of old Chief Keokuk, who was the greatest chief of his tribe of Indians, stands upon the highest point overlooking the great father of waters, which can be seen for many miles in all directions, like the famous Black Hawk statue which stands in Rock Island, Ill., overlooking the same mighty deep. Thus Indo laire would say one facing the setting sun and the other facing the rising sun. Here in this county was the beginning of the first colored settlement, along with those at Muscatine and Fayette counties. Here is where was fought out many equal rights for the Negro. Here is where the separate school laws, along with the black laws, were first knocked out. Here is where the first colored Masonic lodge was set up, also the first colored church, and here more colored people have graduated from the high school than any other one town in the past fifty years. We find four colored churches here, namely, St. Mary's Episcopal, an active little church, with an active band of loyal followers of some of the best and oldest families in Keokuk, pastored by Father ......... (white), a very able rector. The old Second Street Baptist church recently moved out to Seventeenth and Main, the oldest Negro church in Iowa, now pastored by our good friend and brother, F. C. Bolding, who is doing well considering all things. The Shiloh Baptist is pastored by Rev. J. H. Helms, who has been here several years and has built up a large following and is doing nicely, and the A. M. E. church, pastored by that fine Christian minister, Rev. S. B. Moore, formerly presiding elder of Des Moines district. He has made a success at this church YM BYSTANDER Fort Madison is our next stop (but not in the penitentiary). Here we find the colored people doing well. They have two churches, the A. M. E. and Baptist. Mr. Harper's folks are doing well. They have a new five-passenger Ford automobile. Miss Jennie is still our agent. Rev. C. A. Payton, a retired A. M. E. minister, lives here Gus Anderson and father are doing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. M. Mack own a beautiful home on Des Moines street. Mrs. McKinney, C. W. Arnold and Mr. A. James are good, reliable citizens citizens. Mrs. Eubanks is still running her hair dressing parlor WASHINGTON, IOWA, NOTES. The Rev. Peterson and family are nicely located in the parsonage and are at home to the friends. It's an ill wind that doesn't blow good to somebody and in this case it was Washington that was fortunate. Since the coming of the present pastor the church body has taken on new life and the interest manifested is incomparable to the past. All the auxiliaries are at their work with a zest that is a marked improvement over anything that has been done in recent years. Raymond Hall is the new church clerk, the Misses Katherine Turner and Elizabeth Redd are the ushers, the choir has been reorganized and at work, the stewardesses are busy, and the missionary society revived. All are glad. On Tuesday evening, October 23d, the Christian Culture club had a reception to present the pastor of the A. M. E. church to the people of the city. There were short talks by the members of the club, as well as from some of the guests. A two-course luncheon was served and all enjoyed the evening. It was at the home of the president, Mrs Jennie Green. The Ladies' Aid of the A. M. E. church gave a Hallowe'en social in the lecture room and a grand good time was had. A neat sum was added to the treasury. Mrs. Lucy Jeffers of Oskaloosa visited with her sister, Mrs. Emma Black, a few days last week and attended to her wants while she was convalescing. She returned home and Mrs. H. Hocked came from Oskaloosa and is caring for Mrs. Black. Mrs. Black has been sick for abut a month, but is getting better now. Walter Williams and Henry Green journeyed to Albia on the 27th alt. to attend the K. P. lodge meeting, and Mr. Green was initiated into the mysteries of Pythianism to the tune of a "lot" of pleasantry to the members or the lodge who were present. Green says they had a good time. On Wednesday evening, October 31, Walter Williams' birthday was celebrated at the country home, where he is employed, by the host and hostess with a few invited guests. A nice chicken dinner was served, which all enjoyed, and many remembrances were left for him. Cordelia Whaley and Marie have returend from attending the funeral of a sister in Missouri. Mrs. Emma Johnson, nee Whaley, was formerly a resident of Washington, and a more jolly person never lived, and she was liked by all who knew her. She will be greatly missed in the community in which she lived. Ollie Gentry was at home over Sunday recently from his work at the arsenal at Rock Island. Philip Rushing is also employed there. Mrs. Henry Campbell enjoyed a short visit from her daughter, Grace, recently. The Rhodes family have moved back to town from the country. Mrs. Ollie Turner visited in Ottumwa last week. Notice to Redeem from Tax Sale State of Iowa. Polk county, ss. To J. M. Turner, the person to whom property is taxed. You are hereby notified that at a sale of lands and lots for taxes on the 7th day of December A. D., 1914, by the treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, the following described real property, situated in said county, to-wit: Lot forty-nine (49) in Lakeside an addition now including in and forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa, was sold to L. Thomas, who assigned the certificate of sale on January 7th, 1915, to the undersigned Ellis Levitt who now owns and holds the certificate therefor and that the right of redemption will expire, and a deed for said premises will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service of this notice. Dated this 20th day of October A. D 1917. Ellis Levitt, Owner of Certificate. To D. H. Harris the person to whom property is taxed. You are hereby notified that at a sale of lands and lots for taxes on the 7th day of December A. D. 1914, by the treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, the following described property, situated in said county, toit: Lot twenty-three (23) in Gray's subdivision of Lot sixty-one (61) of Brooks & Company's addition, now including and forming a part of the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa, was sold to the undersigned E. Levitt who now owns and holds the certificate therefor and that the right of redemption will expire, and a deed for said premises will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service of this notice Dated this 20th day of October, A. D. 1917. E. Levitt Owner of certizcate. NOTICE TO REDEEM FROM TAX SALE. State of Iowa, Polk county: ss. To Farmers Trust and Savings bank, of Bouton, Iowa. the person in whose name property is taxed. You are hereby notified that at a sale of lands and lots for taxes on the 7th day of December, 1914, by the treasurer of Polk county, Iowa, the following described real property, situated in said county, toowit: Lot thirty-nine (39) in block sixteen (16), in York's Choice, an addition to and now included in the city of Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa, was sold to the undersigned, Ellis Levitt, who now owns and holds the certificate therefor and that the right of redemption will expire, and a deed for said premises will be made, unless redemption from such sale be made within ninety days from the completed service of this notice. Dated this 20th day of October, A. D. 1917. FINAL NOTICE OF CANCELLA TION OF CONTRACT. To A. E. Atkinson and his wife, Mrs. A. E. Atkinson: You are hereby notified that you have failed to perform the contract and the agreements on your part contained in the contract entered into by you with J Levitt on June 21, 1917, for the purchase from it of the following described real estate situated in Polk county, Iowa, toit: Lots 4 and 5, block 13, York's Choice, in the city of Des Moines, Iowa, and because of your failure to perform the agreements and stipulations therein contained on your part, the said J. Levett does now in accordance with the provisions of section 4299, title 21, chapter 8 of the code of 1897, cause the service upon you of this notice of its intention to cancel the said contract thirty (30) days after the completed service of this notice, unless within the said thirty days you perform all the obligators on your part now delinquent under said contract and make all payments of principal and interest and keep all the agreements now due and to become due within the said thirty days. Unless you perform all the obligations as above, your rights under the said contract and interest in and to the real estate therein described will be declared null and your rights shall cease and determine. Dated at Des Moines, Iowa, the 29th day of October, 1917. J. Levitt. Published in the Bystander on Nov. 2, 9, 16 and 23, 1917. 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. Blackwell Chapel, Scandia, Iowa. Rev. J. W. White, P. C., Oct. 13 and 14. Oralabor Mission, Oct. 20 and 21. Buxton Mission, Oct. 23 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. 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Phone Drake 2420 J, or call at 957 W. Sixteenth street, city. The Intellectual Improvement club will meet Friday, November 9th, at Mrs. H. W. Hughes', on Fourteenth Street Place. The Corinthian Baptist church choir went to Valley Junction on Thursday night to sing at a convention of white people and they acquitted themselves with honor. Mrs. J. H. McDowell was taken home Monday, after undergoing a serious operation for gall stones at the Methodist hospital, which will be good news to her many friends. The Marshall Neal Art club entertained a few friends at a Hallowe'en party at the residence of Mrs. Harry Hammitt,' 3116 N. Union street. The evening was spent in music and games. Our city collector will start out next week upon his annual city subscribers delinquent collection. Please be prepared to pay up on the first call. Don't put him off. Look for and pay for your paper now when we call. Mrs. T. D. Lewis, the wife of a wealthy farmer in Fayette county, Iowa, has been spending a fortnight in our city visiting her two daughters, Mrs. J. S. Coleman and Mrs. Maud Howard, of 1300 West Twentieth street. "The Great Decision," a drama in four acts, written and staged by Miss Sarah Eliane Woods of Milwaukee, Wis., at West High school, Fifteenth and Center streets, Tuesday evening, November 20th. Proceeds for the benefita of new St. Paul's A. M. E. church. A very nice reception was given last Wednesday by Mrs. John S. Coleman and her sister, Mrs. Maud Howard, at the former's home in honor of Mrs. Blanche Morris of Watseta, Ill., a sister, who formerly lived here and was here visiting her sisters. An enjoyable time reported. The Marshall Neal Art club met at the residence of Mrs. Harry Hammitt, 3116 N. Union street. Miss Adalaide Jegeries, hostess. The usual routine of business was transacted, after which refreshments were served and the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Ike Shelton, Fourteenth Street Place. ANNOUNCEMENT. All members of the Mothers' Congress are requested to meet at the residence of Mrs. S. Joe Brown, 1058 Fifth street, Saturday, November 10, at 3 p.m. for election of officers. Miss Mary Ely, social science worker, and Mrs. Ruby Tillman of the Red Cross society will also be present and address this meeting. Rev. G. W. Robinson returned from Buxton on Saturday, where he assisted Rev. F. R. Woodard in a successful revival meeting. The Corinthian Baptist church, of which he is pastor, voted him a leave of absence for two weeks, in order that he might assist Rev. M. H. Wilkinson in Omaha in his meeting. Rev. Robinson left on Tuesday morning for Omaha. HOME MADE QUILTS FOR SALE. I have home made quilts at $5.00. I also make quilts at $1.00 to place if thread and material are furnished. 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E. church last Monday evening Miss Katherine M. Johnson, who organized the Branch three years ago, was present and gave an address on the recent race riot at East St. Louis, at the conclusion a collection of $20 was raised for the relief of the victims of this brutal massacre. After the lecture the annual election of officers was held, as follows: President, Mr. E. R. Hall, vice president, Dr. W. H. Lowry, treasurer, Rev. H. A. Perry; secretary, Mrs. S. L. Birt. Much enthusiasm was caused by the announcement of the president of the recent decision of the United States supreme court nullifying the pernicious segregation ordinance of Louisville, Ky., in the case which has been fought by the national association with funds, a portion of which were contributed by the Des Moines Branch. What Would You Do? In case of a burn or scald what would you do to relieve the pain? Such injuries are liable to occur in any family and everyone should be prepared for them. 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Mr. John People left Monday evening for Chicago. Miss Celia Cook has improved very much since a serious attack of illness. KJRKSVILLE, MO. Mrs. Jessie Alexander of Hannibal, Mo., is visiting her parents here, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Henderson. The Halloween entertainment given by the Sunday school proved a success. The children masked were a funny sight to see. Miss Bernice Nichols won the prize. a handsome toilet set, for the nearest masked girl for the occasion. A fine mug was given to Master James Westfield for the most ragged boy. The committee realized a sum, clear of expenses, of $3.00. Miss Gladys Cross, who spent several days with her grandma, Mrs. Carrie Appelton, returned to Oskaloosa, Iowa, where she goes to school. Rev. C. B. Johnson preached at Monticello on Sunday. The Aid society met at the home of Mrs. R. M. Stokes. The guests spent an enjoyable evening of sewing. A dainty luncheon was served, after which the guests departed, after spending an enjoyable evening. Rev. B. C. 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Even in Japan Feminine Workers Are Invading the Factories, Stores and Offices. A writer in the New East pictures the coming of Japan's "new woman" in ways that would be impressive were there no Europe and no world war. We have heard before that bound feet are no more in China, that Peking believes in education for girls and that all through the Flowery land the American sewing machine is giving a good account of itself, we are now assured that Japan, politically modernized for well nigh half a century, is deep in the task of completing the emancipation of her women from the patriarchal system, says a writer in the Boston Herald. Vast numbers of them have found occupations in the factories; other contingents are at work in the offices and in that newest innovation of all, the department store. The age of business has at last dawned for the island empire, and the click of the typewriter is heard in the land. Meanwhile there is a rush of women to the professions. It is the women now who are sought for the stage, and the demand has been found large enough to warrant the formation of dramatic schools attached to the large theaters. A woman doctor used to be an impossibility in Japan. At this year's examination for medical practice in Tokyo 27 out of 39 candidates who passed were women. And the call for woman teachers in the schools grows apace. Compare this peaceful type of evolution with the changes which have come to the western people under the stress of war. In our own land the women, once socially active mainly through their churches and clubs, are now fast closing up into a great cooperative organization which has food conservation for its detail and national defense for its unifying spirit and end. At a demonstration given the other day by English women in Hertfordshire 1,000 of them gathered to show their proficiency in trimming ditches, hoeing roots, carting, and a dozen other kinds of farm work which they had taken up to liberate the men, and an eyewitness describes the remarkable showing made by these "bands of lith-limbed maidens, with brown faces under slouch hats, marching in knee breeches and leggings or 'puttees.'" On the battle front American women are helping the allies as drivers of ambulances and motorcars; in both France and England women run buses, conduct trains and function in scores of occupations that have been hitherto reserved for men. What would the war amount to were it not for the army of woman workers in the munition factories? Then think of Russia, which sends out woman warriors to show her men how battles are won. It should be plain that after this struggle the world will never again be exactly the same for women. We shall have the steady evolution of social and industrial structure such as Japan is now displaying, but we shall also have a new view of the so-called "limitation of sex." Complete recognition of the fact that women are also human beings is assured beyond peradventure. The fact that Brig. Gen. Clarence R. Edwards, commander of the Northeastern department, has been regarded lately as an anarchist was revealed when he told a number of newspaper men that on account of the red flag with the white star which files from the hood of his motor car, he has been continually hailed by young America along the highways and byways of New England as a "desperate character," the Boston Advertiser states. In conformity with military regulations, it is required that all brigadier generals fly a red flag with a white star in the center, in the front of their conveyance. Major generals are distinguished by a similar flag with two white stars, leittenant generals have three stars and generals four. When the president occupies a car, it is the custom to display a red flag with an American eagle and four stars. As Mr. Jones unlaced his boots he remarked casually to his wife: "Have you heard about the catastrophe which happened at the Smiths' house tonight?" "No. What was it?" asked Mrs. Jones. Jones paused for an aggravating moment to pull on his slippers before he replied: "Why, Mrs. Smith gave the baby a bottle to play with, and while she was out of the room it fell from the cradle and broke its neck." "What! The poor little baby?" shrieked his wife. "No; the bottle!" replied Mr. Jones, with a flendish chuckle. Little Basil was allowed to sit up on to the table with his fond mamma on the occasion of a little luncheon party. His manners were generally very pretty, and mamma was horrified when she caught the child stuffing his food into his mouth with his knife. "Basil," she cried reprovingly—"Basil, where's your fork? You ought to use your fork!" 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I think it is marvelous in making the skin soft and many shades lighter. I use the soap also. Yours truly, MISS LAZINCA BATES. Box 13. DO NOT ACCEPT IMITATIONS by drugstores or sent direct, for 25c, postpaid. Write JACOB'S PHARMACY, Atlanta, Ga. For Round Shoulders. An excellent exercise to straighten round shoulders—good for girls or women who have to sit a good deal—is performed by placing a thin stick or wand across the back and letting it run out through the bent elbows. The arms are bent so that the hands rest on the chest. Keep the arms and shoulders pressed back and down and walk about the room in this way for five or ten minutes. PARIS. MO. (Special to the Bystander.) Sunday was a pleasant day; good services, good attendance; $11.43 collection. On the 27th of October the ladies gave a reception in honor of the soldier boys, which was a grand affair. Several addresses by different persons, and the boys left Monday, October 29th, for Camp Funston, where they are now in training. Quite a crowd were at the station to see them leave, white and colored. For a Weak Stomach As a general rule all you need to do is to adopt a diet suited to your age and occupation and to keep your bowels regular. When you feel that you have eaten too much and when constipated, take one of Chamberlain's Tablets. MT. PLEASANT, IOWA. The Second Baptist church of Mt. Pleasant training class for service answered to the examination questions written by five pupils received and marked, The following are the grades, Mrs. Mattie Jackson, 95; Miss Frances Green, 85; Mr. Jesse Thomas, 70; Mr. Louis Thomas, 70; Miss Cecil Leasly, 70. For their faithful study their teacher, Miss H. P. Smtih, gave them a reception on October 6th, which was enjoyed by them and was an encouragement to go on with the study and do better next time. Sick Headache. This distressing disease results from a disordered condition of the stomach, and can be cured by taking Chamberiain's Tablets. For sale by all dealers. BUXTON IOWA To the N. G. & V. G., Officers and Members of Muchakinock lodge, No. 2209, G. U. O. of O F.: Resolution of Respect. It will be a feeble tribute that we shall pay to Brother George Brooks' memory today. We can only say a few words, which will in no wise express our feelings as to the loss sustained by this body, and by his family and the community at large in the death of this, our dear brother, George Brooks. Brothers, our golden chain of F. L. & T. has been broken by that grim monster death. We feel our loss is heaven's gain. Bro. Geo. Brooks was a good member. His principle and his character were the emblem of innocence and suggests two of the principles by which the good Fellow ought to be actuated. He believed in his intercourse with his brethren. He should manifest a spirit of innocence. He believed the grasp of the hand ought to be a correct evi- THE BYSTANDE and V. Leonard are able to be out again. Miss C. Hall is not much improved at this writing. A large crowd attended the dance Thursday evening. The Garrison club will meet at the parsonage Friday afternoon. New officers will be elected. All members are requested to be present. The Thimble Circle will meet with Mrs. P. Anderson on Friday, November 9th. The Autumn Leaf club will meet with Mrs. L. Harris on Thursday, October 8th. Mr. W. Tripplet and Mr. Maupin made a flying trip to Michigan last week. Mr. and Mrs. C. Fletcher entertained at a three-course dinner Sunday, November 4th, in honor of Rev. Leonard of Houston Texas. The Misses Saunders and Mr. Osburn and friend of Monmouth attended quarterly meeting services Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Johnson entertained at a four-course luncheon Sunday in honor of Rev. Leonard of Houston, Texas. The Feast in the Wilderness given by the night choir and Progressive club at the A. M. E. church Wednesday evening was a grand success. Persons holding the lucky numbers and receiving chickens were Mrs. Wells, Mrs. G. Allcon, Mr. Cohn and David Berry. The church was beautifully decorated. Each person represented something. Miss A. Berry received a box of candy for selling the most tickets. Mr. Arthur Bell and Leslie Harper left Saturday for-Camp Dodge, where they will start in training. Please pay and subscribe for the Bystander. When wishing to put in news call 539 or 2059 White. Pay before the new year. YOUR CREDIT is GOOD Pleasure T the Among Iowa ere to those about to furnish a home, assortments than at any other similar possible price. From Outfit Shown in Floor Cottage at is particularly appealing to those room for room, is an outfit which o LIVINGROOM, BE Containing all essen The Hoosier Kitchen Cabinet, Bed Mattress, and Bed Davenport are a YOUR It's A Plea Here An There's so much of interest here to those necessary is shown in greater assortments able tags bearing the lowest possible price. Our 4-Room Ou In the 5th Floor YOUR CREDIT is GOOD at DAVIDSONS It's A Pleasure To Plan A Home Here Among Iowa,s Largest Stocks There's so much of interest here to those about to furnish a home, that any idea of it proving a hardship quickly vanishes. Everything necessary is shown in greater assortments than at any other similar store in the middle west, and all things are marked with plainly readable tags bearing the lowest possible price. Our 4-Room Outfit Shown $195.00 In the 5th Floor Cottage at A TRIP WHAT A FUNNY LOOK- ING BIRD E TAKES A T dence of the feeling of the heart. Brothers, let us not forget the important lesson taught us. For age and want, while you may, no morning sun will last all day. Resolved that these resolutions will be sent to the Bystander for publication and a copy be sent to the family and a copy be spread upon the minutes. Be it further resolved that the hall be draped for thirty days. S. Guy, A. G. Rhodes Committee. GALESBURG, ILL. Three excellent services were held at the A. M. E. church all day Sunday. Prsiding Elder N. J. McCracken preached in the morning. The afternoon service was preached by Rev. Viney of Monmouth and the night services were preached by Rev. Berry of the Missouri conference. It was reported a high day at Zion. Total collections, $45. The stewardess board will give a social at the A. M. E. church Tuesday evening, November 6th. The Forward Movement Literary Society club will meet at the A. M. E. church Friday evening. A program will be rendered. Mr. and Mrs. M. Drury and nephew motored to Monmouth on Sabbath. A Hallowe'en party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. Crawford by H. Crawford, O. Fletcher and E. Lewis on October 31. Guests came in mask. The evening was spent in dancing. A two-course luncheon was served. All departed at a late hour, voting the boys royal entertainers. An oyster supper will be given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Anderson on Thursday evening, November 8th. 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