Iowa State Bystander

THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Bldg First Rivers Boost Pay and read The Bystander With The Colors By Gus Durdan, Des Moines, Iowa Son's Diary. Can a man be a Christian and be a good soldier? This question has puzzled many men and will continue to puzzle many more, so long as men are called Christians in so far as they live up to the creeds of the existing churches. If only those are to be called Christians, I am convinced that there is no place in the army for Christianity; but if a Christian is a man whose actions are instinct with humility, unselfishness, love and self sacrifice, only the Christian can develop into a good soldier. No longer is the good soldier the one who drills the best, bullets the men around, and whose only claim to leadership is his vocabulary of "guss" words. Equally so has the time of the Christian, who knows himself to be a Christian because he has lived up to the doctrine of his church, passed. Just as the war has broken down many of the conventions of society, so will it break down many of the church rituals and ceremonies. In the army there can be no serving of God after the old theory. The whole system of military training tends to break down the existing theories of religion. In a crowded tent, surrounded by so many disinterested men, how can a man assert his religion according to the old theories? The religion of the soldier must be practical. It must consist of more than the repetition of morning prayers, communion, and sermons. The soldiers must be assured of something more than going to heaven when they die. Do not so misunderstand me as to think that the soldiers are near the quick sands of infidelity. They are far above these. Their feet are firmly planted upon the solid rocks of love and service. There are no persons in the army better liked than men who love their comrades, and go out of their way to bring a canteen of cold water to quench their pal's thirst, or write a letter home for the boys who are so unfortunate as not to be able to write for themselves. And the most hated man in the army is the Chaplain who tries to make the boys think that death will be instant unless they join the Christian band. Very seldom is the Chaplain enough an emulator of Christ to get among the boys, gain their confidence, and give them sound advice about how to bridge the many pitfalls of life. A bit of reading matter—'Tom—The Letter He Got When He Left His Mother for 'Somewhere in France''—a good moral lesson, has had more influence upon the boys than the combined efforts of two army Chaplains. Steeled as the soldier is, not to fear death, makes him live for the present. He is little concerned with what people in the time of the prophets.thought, did, or should have done. What he wants to know is, how will Christianity help him to fight his battles, will it enable him to best protect his home, his country, and humanity? (To be continued) Do You Enjoy Life? A man in good physical condition is almost certain to enjoy life, while the bilious and dyspeptic are despondent, do not enjoy their meals and feel miserable a good share of the time. This ill feeling is nearly always unnecessary. A few doses of Chamberlain's Tablets to tone up the stomach, improve the digestion and regulate the bowels is all that is needed. Try it. Had something on George. Had something "Ive got it all over George Washington in one thing," Harold told his playmate. "How's that?" he was asked. "Well, he couldn't tell a lie and I can." Bradford's Barber Shop 126 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. Phone 600 Red 6440 Eight St. Roy E. Handy Funeral Director ITALIAN METHOD OF EMBALMING Des Moines, Iowa M. M. HON. FRANK SHANKLAND. The above cut is that of our old friend and one of the best known attorneys of this county, Frank Shankland. He is a self-made man and has by his honest dealings and fair play won for himself a state-wide reputation. He has served Polk County two terms in the House of Representatives and now wishes to be promoted to the Senate, hence his name is appearing as candidate for State Senator from Polk County. Mr. Shankland is a graduate of the Drake University School of Law and was the only member of the Iowa legis- THE NEW YORK TIMES JAMES B. WEAVER FOR REPRESENTATIVE The above cut is a true likeness of Hon. Jas. B. Weaver, present member of the assembly from Polk County, who is the candidate for his second term, subject to the Republican primaries. Mr. Weaver is the son of General James B. Weaver, who was well known in Iowa. He was born in Bloomfield, Iowa, Aug. 19th, 1861, and attended the public schools and graduated from the State University at Iowa City in 1882 and entered the law office of Banoeroff The daughters of the Golden Shield Tabernacle gave a very unique reception on Friday evening, May 3rd, at the Tabernacle hall, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Harris. The hall was beautifully decorated with pink and white. Large palms and vases of flowers were placed around the hall, which added to its beauty. The bride wore pink silk dress trimmed in mull and carried a large bouquet of flowers. The groom wore in the usual costume. The bride was remembered by the name lature to become prominent by always working for the best interest of the common masses. It was largely through Mr. Shankland's influence we were able to defeat the famous Jim Crow bill that was introduced in the Iowa Legislature a few years ago and the Colored people of the state feel greatly indebted to Mr. Shankland in taking the initiative and his many friends who supported his position. As a member of Polk County, I feel that the Colored People of this county could select no better Representative than Mr. Shankland so far as their interest is concerned. THE NEW YORK TIMES & Gatch and has practiced in this city ever since. He is active in the public movements and is a true friend of the Colored race, having inherited this from his famous father, General Weaver. There was no question in the legislature two years ago that concerned the rights of any people but what Mr. Weaver would be found making a fight for their fair play, and his many friends solicit your support, as no doubt he is entitled to the unanimous vote of the Colored people. of Miss Nellie E. Parks. Mr. David C. Harris and Miss Nellie E. Parks were united in marriage on April 4th at the home of Mrs. M. M. Brewton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. L. Woolrich, in the presence of a few friends. What to Give "Give to your enemies forgiveness, to your opponent tolerance, to your friend your heart, to your child a good example, to your parents deference, and to everybody sunshine."—Selected. Candidate for Secretary of State. The name of Hon. William S. Allen, present Secretary of State, is presented for re-nomination for the same office at the primaries June 3rd. Mr. Allen is a man of broad interests, good, strong, painstaking and careful of his office, and because of these facts he has operated this great office on a very economical basis. He is an active republican worker and has been a member of the state legislature, having been in both the house and senate, and stands upon his record in public life to win your support and assistance in the coming primaries. W. S. Allen has been and is a friend of the Colored race and has always been found willing to grant to any class of people equal justice. He has made a splendid state officer and there is no doubt if he is supported and nominated that he will be the better able to do even more for the State of Iowa. His friends solicit your support. THE MEMORIAL The above cut is that of First Lieutenant Jesse Taylor, oldest son of Mrs. Dora McGuire, and has been identified with the famous 8th Illinois for the past five years, which is now somewhere in France. She has another son, Loyd McGuire, who is also a member of the 8th Illinois. Thus another mother has done her full bit for this country. GALESBURG. ILL. Rev. Garrison reports excellent services all day at Allen Chapel. Presiding Elder Rev. H. McCraken preached in the morning. Quarterly meeting services were in the afternoon. Rev. Wharton of Monmouth preached sacramental services. People responded nicely. Total collections for all day were $63.00. The Garrison Club gave an entertainment at the home of Mrs. G. Glenn, Thursday, May 9. Mr. W. A. Frye of Keokuk was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. Wilder Sunday. G. A. R. will give a drill at Odd Fellows Hall May 10. Mrs. L. Fisher, chairman. Mrs. W. Brown and Miss G. Green are visiting in Minneapolis. Messrs. P. and O. Fletcher, D. Peters, R. Ashby and W. Webb attended the dance in Burlington. A May program will be given in O. F. hall Thursday, May 16. Misses Florence Fletcher and Beatrice Anderson, chairmen. Mr. and Mrs. H. Jenkins motored to Peoria Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. B. Jackson received word from his brother, Richard, that he arrived overseas safe. Miss R. Pettiford, Ohio's reader, will appear at the A. M. E. Church Monday, May 13. Admission 25c. Mrs. B. Allen entertained Mr. W. A. Frye of Keokuk at dinner Sunday. Progressive Club will give a Mother's Day program at Allen Chapel Sunday, May 12. Mrs. I. Corn, chairman. H. H. of Ruth and Odd Fellows will hold their annual sermon at Allen Chapel Sunday, May 12. Rev. J. H. Garrison will preach the sermon. Those on sick list are Mr. McGruder and Rev. W. B. M. Scott. Mrs. R. Ashby and Miss V. Allcon attended the dance in Burlington. A large number attended the May dance at Central hall Wednesday, May 1. Miss G. Crawford received word from Mr. F. Green of Peoria that he arrived in France safe. As soon as possible after the injury is received get a bottle of Chamberlain's Liniment and follow the plain printed directions which accompany the bottle. Nothing New Under Sun. The strings of blue beads that the modern girl dons to ward off bronchitis are merely new versions of the strings of blue beads worn in Egypt 1600 years before Christ to keep diseases of the chest at bay, says a writer in the Philadelphia North American. The tiny sealed bottle of mercury which she carried to ward off rheumatics had its prototype in bottles of a strange elixir used in India 30 centuries and more ADDISON M. PARKER. Hon. Senator Parker Is a Candidate for His Second Term as Senator From the 30th District, Which Is Polk County, Subject to Coming Primaries. Senator Parker is a Des Moines boy, having spent most of his time here, having graduated from the East Des Moines High School and of the Law department of Drake University. He is a bright lawyer and capable young man and is a good friend of the Colored race and stands on his past record in the legislature. His many friends are working for his nomination and ask your support in his behalf. ROCK ISLANDS NEWS. Mrs. J. Works was hostess to the Aid Friday afternoon. The Progressive Art Club met with Mrs. Harding Wednesday afternoon, May 2. After the meeting a repast was served. The next meeting will be held in two weeks. The farewell banquet in honor of Rev. G. W. Saunders Thursday evening, May 2, was a grand affair and will long be remembered by Rev. Saunders and others also. A nice program was rendered, after which a lovely supper was served in the dinner room by the ladies. A large number of young folks attended the dance in Davenport May 1 given by the drafted boys. Mrs. J. Slaughter is expecting to leave the hospital soon. Mrs. L. Payne and daughter spent Thursday with Mrs. B. Morton. K. Kelly, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Kelly, is getting along fine at this writing. The King's Daughters will give a patriotic entertainment May 16 at the A. M. E. Church. Rev. Saunders preached Sunday afternoon to the soldiers and drafted boys. Not many of the boys were out, but many who will never be in the draft were out, the ladies of course. The ladies of the Sewing Circle had an entertainment Thursday evening, May 2, at the A. M. E. Church. Rev. Saunders preached his farewell sermon Sunday evening to a large congregation. Rev. Walkup preached Sunday evening at Rev. Boyd's church. Revival meetings started Monday evening at Rev. Boyd's church, so come out. The Lend-a-Hand Club presented a bible to Rev. Saunders before his departure from the city. The Reynolds sisters had some soldiers to call Sunday afternoon. A number of Davenporters were over here Sunday and we welcome them to our city. Earl W. Bassett, one of our home boys, is over in France. OTTUMWA. IOWA. On April 26 the C. G. M. Sir Edward Roberson of Marshalltown, came to our city and set up Silver Leaf Temple No. 586, composed of twenty-one members. Sir Lewis Kipper, C. M., and Sir Charles Wilson, C. S. After the installation a dainty luncheon was served. In the afternoon of the same date he reorganized Ottumwa Pride Tabernacle No. 585, with Dt. Green, H. P.; Dt. M. E. Chesire, V. H. P.; Dt. Mary Marshall, I. M., and Dt. Ritter, C. R. What They May Claim Pennsylvania claims to contain the Hercules of the nation as well as the Vulcan. New York will no doubt put in a claim as the Midas of the land, Washington as the Jupiter, Boston as the Minerva, and Oskaloosa, Iowa, as the Venus. And Chicago, with ten changes of weather at each performance, will put in its claim as the Mercury. Some Strategy. Marie Willis (at the beach)—"Kit is quite a clever social general." Jane Gillis—"Yes. She went through last season's campaign without the loss of a man."—Life. The Best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west ALLIED FOOD SHIPMENTS REACH LARGE TOTAL A general idea of the quantity of food sent to European allies by the United States from July 1, 1914, to January 1, 1918, is given by figures just announced by the U. S. Food Administration. In that period the United States has furnished complete yearly rations for 57,100,933 people. In addition there was enough extra protein to supply this portion of the diet for 22,194,570 additional men. The total export of wheat and wheat flour to the three principal allies is equivalent to about 884,000,000 bushels. Pork exports for the 3½ years amounted to almost 2,000,000,000 pounds. Exports of fresh beef totaled 443,484,400 pounds. The amount of food exported to Russia is negligible compared with that sent to the western allies. --- ONLY AMERICA CAN HELP. "On your side are boundless supplies of men, food, and material; on this side a boundless demand for their help. "Our men are war-weary and their nerves have been strained by more than three years of hard, relentless toll. "Our position is critical, particularly until the next harvest, but the United States can save us. "You Americans have the men, the skill, and the material to save the allied cause." SIR JOSEPH MACLAY. British Shipping Controller. Great Wheat Stocks Isolated. Great Wheat Stocks Isolated. It's the shortage in ships that is putting the Allies and the United States on wheat rations. Great stocks of wheat are isolated in India, and Australia. At great sacrifice in ship space and use the Allies are forced to secure some wheat from Argentina. On January 1, Australia had stored 100,000,000 bushels of wheat that was ready for export—but there were no ships. Then came the new crop with an exportable surplus of 80,000,000 bushels. Now Australia has approximately 180,000,000 bushels waiting for ships. India, at the same time, had 70,000,000 bushels of wheat stored for export. During April 50,000,000 bushels more out of the new crop will be added to the pile. Argentina closed the last shipping season with 11,000,000 bushels of wheat left in the stock available for export. The new crop will add 135,000,000 to the left over. It is not a problem that the wheat does not exist in the world—it is entirely a problem of shipping, which has thrown on America the obligation of dividing our stock with the Allies. The True and the False. The president of a bank, when asked by a young clerk how he could distinguish the counterfeit bills from the good, said: "Get familiar with the good bills, and you will recognize the bad bills at sight." Here is a vast volume of general wisdom summed up in a single sentence.-Christian Herald. A Question. Said the near cynic: "Judging from the time some of the young blood of this town arrive home in the morning, it's hard to tell whether to call them night owls or larks." Madam Beatrice Crank's BEAUTY SHOP 920 CENTER STREET Manufacturer of all kinds of HAIR GOODS Shampooing, Hair Dressing, Facial Massage and Manicuring. YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED FRESH EGGS Next winter when eggs are at top prices, not fresh ones at summer prices. EGG BRESERVER Kegs eggs for preaching, belling, frying or whipping for leaks. Guaranteed for ten months. Preserving eggs hot in par. dry the mouth. Kegs clean eggs. Buy from your druggist or greeter, or send order direct to Norwich & Whitworth, Broadway, Dunbarton, Ireland THE BYSTANDER Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXIV No. 46 With The Colors By Gus Durdan, Des Moines, Iowa Son's Diary. SON'S DIARY. Can a man be a Christian and be a good soldier! This question has puzzled many men and will continue to puzzle many more, so long as men are called Christians in so far as they live up to the creeds of the existing churches. If only those are to be called Christians, I am convinced that there is no place in the army for Christianity; but if a Christian is a man whose actions are instinct with humility, unselfishness, love and self sacrifice, only the Christian can develop into a good soldier. No longer is the good soldier the one who drills the best, bullies the men around, and whose only claim to leadership is his vocabulary of "guss" words. Equally so has the time of the Christian, who knows himself to be a Christian because he has lived up to the doctrine of his church, passed. Just as the war has broken down many of the conventions of society, so will it break down many of the church rituals and ceremonies. In the army there can be no serving of God after the old theory. The whole system of military training tends to break down the existing theories of religion. In a crowded tent, surrounded by so many disinterested men, how can a man assert his religion according to the old theories? The religion of the soldier must be practical. It must consist of more than the repetition of morning prayers, communion, and sermons. The soldiers must be assured of something more than going to heaven when they die. Do not so misunderstand me as to think that the soldiers are near the quick sands of infidelity. They are far above these. Their feet are firmly planted upon the solid rocks of love and service. There are no persons in the army better liked than men who love their comrades, and go out of their way to bring a canteen of cold water to quench their pal's thirst, or write a letter home for the boys who are so unfortunate as not to be able to write for themselves. And the most hated man in the army is the Chaplain who tries to make the boys think that death will be instant unless they join the Christian band. Very seldom is the Chaplain enough an emulator of Christ to get among the boys, gain their confidence, and give them sound advice about how to bridge the many pitfalls of life. A bit of reading matter—"Tom—The Letter He Got When He Left His Mother for 'Somewhere in France'"—a good moral lesson, has had more influence upon the boys than the combined efforts of two army Chaplains. Steeled as the soldier is, not to fear death, makes him live for the present. He is little concerned with what people in the time of the prophets thought, did, or should have done. What he wants to know is, how will Christianity help him to fight his battles, will it enable him to best protect his home, his country and humanity? Do You Enjoy Life? A man in good physical condition is almost certain to enjoy life, while the bilious and dyspeptic are despondent, do not enjoy their meals and feel miserable a good share of the time. This ill feeling is nearly always unnecessary. A few doses of Chamberlain's Tablets to tone up the stomach, improve the digestion and regulate the bowels is all that is needed. Try it. Had Something on' George. Had something on George. "I've got it all over George Washington in one thing," Harold told his playmate. "How's that?" he was asked. "Well, he couldn't tell a lie and I can." 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. Phone 600 Red 6440 Eight St. Roy E. Handy Funeral Director ITALIAN METHOD OF EMBALMING Des Moines, Iowa M. THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN HON. FRANK SHANKLAND. The above cut is that of our old friend and one of the best known attorneys of this county, Frank Shankland. He is a self-made man and has by his honest dealings and fair play won for himself a state-wide reputation. He has served Polk County two terms in the House of Representatives and now wishes to be promoted to the Senate, hence his name is appearing as candidate for State Senator from Polk County. Mr. Shankland is a graduate of the Drake University School of Law and was the only member of the Iowa legis- THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN JAMES B. WEAVER FOR REPRESENTATIVE The above cut is a true likeness of Hon. Jas. B. Weaver, present member of the assembly from Polk County, who is the candidate for his second term, subject to the Republican primaries. Mr. Weaver is the son of General James B. Weaver, who was well known in Iowa. He was born in Bloomfield, Iowa, Aug. 19th, 1861, and attended the public schools and graduated from the State University at Iowa City in 1882 and entered the law office of Baneroft Mason City, Ia., May 8, 1918. (Special to Bystander.) The daughters of the Golden Shield Tabernacle gave a very unique reception on Friday evening, May 3rd, at the Tabernacle hall, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Harris. The hall was beautifully decorated with pink and white. Large palms and vases of flowers were placed around the hall, which added to its beauty. The bride wore pink silk dress trimmed in mull and carried a large bouquet of flowers. The groom wore in the usual costume. The bride be remembered by the name lature to become prominent by always working for the best interest of the common masses. It was largely through Mr. Shankland's influence we were able to defeat the famous Jim Crow bill that was introduced in the Iowa Legislature a few years ago and the Colored people of the state feel greatly indebted to Mr. Shankland in taking the initiative and his many friends who supported his position. As a member of Polk County, I feel that the Colored People of this county could select no better Representative than Mr. Shankland so far as their interest is concerned. THE BROADWAY & Gatch and has practiced in this city ever since. He is active in the public movements and is a true friend of the Colored race, having inherited this from his famous father, General Weaver. There was no question in the legislature two years ago that concerned the rights of any people but what Mr. Weaver would be found making a fight for their fair play, and his many friends solicit your support, as no doubt he is entitled to the unanimous vote of the Colored people. of Miss Nellie E. Parks. Mr. David C. Harris and Miss Nellie E. Parks were united in marriage on April 4th at the home of Mrs. M. M Brewton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. L. Woolrich, in the presence of a few friends. What to Give. "Give to your enemies forgiveness, to your opponent tolerance, to your friend your heart, to your child a good example, to your parents deference, and to everybody sunshine."—Selected. HON. WILLIAM S. ALLEN. Candidate for Secretary of State. The name of Hon. William S. Allen, present Secretary of State, is presented for renomination for the same office at the primaries June 3rd. Mr. Allen is a man of broad interest, good, strong, painstaking and careful of his office, and because of these facts he has operated this great office on a very economical basis. He is an active republican worker and has been a member of the state legislature, having been in both the house and senate, and stands upon his record in public life to win your support and assistance in the coming primaries. W. S. Allen has been and is a friend of the Colored race and has always been found willing to grant to any class of people equal justice. He has made a splendid state officer and there is no doubt if he is supported and nominated that he will be the better able to do even more for the State of Iowa. His friends solicit your support. THE BATTLE OF THE BAY OF BAY The above cut is that of First Lieutenant Jesse Taylor, oldest son of Mrs. Dora McGuire, and has been identified with the famous 8th Illinois for the past five years, which is now somewhere in France. She has another son, Loyd McGuire, who is also a member of the 8th Illinois. Thus another mother has done her full bit for this country. GALESBURG, ILL. Rev. Garrison reports excellent services all day at Allen Chapel. Presiding Elder Rev. H. McCraken preached in the morning. Quarterly meeting services were in the afternoon. Rev. Wharton of Monmouth preached sacramental services. People responded nicely. Total collections for all day were $63.00. The Garrison Club gave an entertainment at the home of Mrs. G. Glenn, Thursday, May 9. Mr. W. A. Frye of Keokuk was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. Wilder Sunday. G. A. R. will give a drill at Odd Fellows Hall May 10. Mrs. L. Fisher, chairman. Mrs. W. Brown and Miss G. Green are visiting in Minneapolis. Messrs. P. and O. Fletcher, D. Peters, R. Ashby and W. Webb attended the dance in Burlington. A May program will be given in O. F. hall Thursday, May 16. Misses Florence Fletcher and Beatrice Anderson, chairmen. Mr. and Mrs. H. Jenkins motored to Peoria Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. B. Jackson received word from his brother, Richard, that he arrived overseas safe. Miss R. Pettiford, Ohio's reader, will appear at the A. M. E. Church Monday, May 13. Admission 25c. Mrs. B. Allen entertained Mr. W. A. Frye of Keokuk at dinner Sunday. Progressive Club will give a Mother's Day program at Allen Chapel Sunday, May 12. Mrs. I. Corn, chairman. H. H. of Ruth and Odd Fellows will hold their annual sermon at Allen Chapel Sunday, May 12. Rev. J. H. Garrison will preach the sermon. Those on sick list are Mr. McGruder and Rev. W. B. M. Scott. Mrs. R. Ashby and Miss V. Alleon attended the dance in Burlington. A large number attended the May dance at Central hall Wednesday, May 1. Miss G. Crawford received word from Mr. F. Green of Peoria that he arrived in France safe. For a Sprained Ankle. As soon as possible after the injury is received get a bottle of Chamberlain's Liniment and follow the plain printed directions which accompany the bottle. Nothing New Under Sun. The strings of blue beads that the modern girl dons to ward off bronchitis are merely new versions of the strings of blue beads worn in Egypt 1600 years before Christ to keep diseases of the chest at bay, says a writer in the Philadelphia North American. The tiny sealed bottle of mercury which she carried to ward off rheumatics had its prototype in bottles of a strange elixir used in India 30 centuries and more ago. ADDISON M. PARKER. Hon. Senator Parker Is a Candidate for His Second Term as Senator From the 30th District, Which Is Polk County, Subject to Coming Primaries. Senator Parker is a Des Moines boy, having spent most of his time here, having graduated from the East Des Moines High School and of the Law department of Drake University. He is a bright lawyer and capable young man and is a good friend of the Colored race and stands on his past record in the legislature. His many friends are working for his nomination and ask your support in his behalf. ROCK ISLANDS NEWS. Mrs. J. Works was hostess to the Aid Friday afternoon. The Progressive Art Club met with Mrs. Harding Wednesday afternoon, May 2. After the meeting a repast was served. The next meeting will be held in two weeks. The farewell banquet in honor of Rev. G. W. Saunders Thursday evening, May 2, was a grand affair and will long be remembered by Rev. Saunders and others also. A nice program was rendered, after which a lovely supper was served in the dinner room by the ladies. A large number of young folks attended the dance in Davenport May 1 given by the drafted boys. Mrs. J. Slaughter is expecting to leave the hospital soon. Mrs. L. Payne and daughter spent Thursday with Mrs. B. Morton. K. Kelly, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Kelly, is getting along fine at this writing. The King's Daughters will give a patriotic entertainment May 16 at the A. M. E. Church. Rev. Saunders preached Sunday afternoon to the soldiers and drafted boys. Not many of the boys were out, but many who will never be in the draft were out, the ladies of course. The ladies of the Sewing Circle had an entertainment Thursday evening, May 2, at the A. M. E. Church. Rev. Saunders preached his farewell sermon Sunday evening to a large congregation. Rev. Walkup preached Sunday evening at Rev. Boyd's church. Revival meetings started Monday evening at Rev. Boyd's church, so come out. The Lend-a-Hand Club presented a bible to Rev. Saunders before his departure from the city. The Reynolds sisters had some soldiers to call Sunday afternoon. A number of Davenporters were over here Sunday and we welcome them to our city. Earl W. Bassett, one of our home boys, is over in France. OTTUMWA, IOWA. On April 26 the C. G. M. Sir Edward Roberson of Marshalltown, came to our city and set up Silver Leaf Temple No. 586, composed of twenty-one members. Sir Lewis Kipper, C. M., and Sir Charles Wilson, C. S. After the installation a dainty luncheon was served. In the afternoon of the same date he reorganized Ottumwa Pride Tabernacle No. 585, with Dt. Green, H. P.; Dt. M. E. Chesire, V. H. P.; Dt. Mary Marshall, I. M., and Dt. Ritter, C. R. What They May Claim Pennsylvania claims to contain the Hercules of the nation as well as the Vulcan. New York will no doubt put in a claim as the Midas of the land, Washington as the Jupiter, Boston as the Minerva, and Oskaloosa, Iowa, as the Venus. And Chicago, with ten changes of weather at each performance, will put in its claim as the Mercury. Some Strategy. Marie Willis (at the beach)—"Kit is quite a clever social general." Jane Gillis—"Yes. She went through last season's campaign without the loss of a man."—Life. The Best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west Price Five Cents ALLIED FOOD SHIPMENTS REACH LARGE TOTAL A general idea of the quantity of food sent to European allies by the United States from July 1, 1914, to January 1, 1918, is given by figures just announced by the U. S. Food Administration. In that period the United States has furnished complete yearly rations for 57,100,933 people. In addition there was enough extra protein to supply this portion of the diet for 22,194,570 additional men. The total export of wheat and wheat flour to the three principal allies is equivalent to about 884,000,000 bushels. Pork exports for the 3½ years amounted to almost 2,000,000,000 pounds. Exports of fresh beef totaled 443,484,400 pounds. The amount of food exported to Russia is negligible compared with that sent to the western allies. --- ONLY AMERICA CAN HELP. "On your side are boundless supplies of men, food, and material; on this side a boundless demand for their help. "Our men are war-weary and their nerves have been strained by more than three years of hard, relentless toll. "Our position is critical, particularly until the next harvest, but the United States can save us. "You Americans have the men, the skill, and the material to save the allied cause." SIR JOSEPH MACLAY. British Shipping Controller. Great Wheat Stocks Isolated. It's the shortage in ships that is putting the Allies and the United States on wheat rations. Great stocks of wheat are isolated in India, and Australia. At great sacrifice in ship space and use the Allies are forced to secure some wheat from Argentina. On January 1, Australia had stored 100,000,000 bushels of wheat that was ready for export—but there were no ships. Then came the new crop with an exportable surplus of 80,000,000 bushels. Now Australia has approximately 180,000,000 bushels waiting for ships. India, at the same time, had 70,000,000 bushels of wheat stored for export. During April 50,000,000 bushels more out of the new crop will be added to the pile. Argentina closed the last shipping season with 11,000,000 bushels of wheat left in the stock available for export. The new crop will add 135,000,000 to the left over. It is not a problem that the wheat does not exist in the world—it is entirely a problem of shipping, which has thrown on America the obligation of dividing our stock with the Allies. The True and the False. The president of a bank, when asked by a young clerk how he could distinguish the counterfeit bills from the good, said: "Get familiar with the good bills, and you will recognize the bad bills at sight." Here is a vast volume of general wisdom summed up in a single sentence.—Christian Herald. A Question. Sald the near cynic: "Judging from the time some of the young blood of this town arrive home in the morning, it's hard to tell whether to call them night owls or larks." Madam Beatrice Crank's BEAUTY SHOP 920 CENTER STREET Manufacturer of all kinds of HAIR GOODS Shampooing, Hair Dressing, Facial Massage and Minimizing. YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED FRESH EGGS Next winter when eggs are at top prices, not fresh ones at summer prices. Egg BRESERVER Keep eggs for poaching, boiling, frying or whipping for saline. Guaranteed for ten months. Preserve eggs just as per use. Use the strength for 30 dozen eggs. Buy from your druggist or greener, or send order direct to Northern & Midlancs, Dus Blowes, London THE BYSTANDER BYTANDER PUBLISHING CO., PUBLISHERS DES MOINES, IOWA JOHN L. THOMPSON, EDITOR FRIDAY, MAY 10 1918 Published every Friday by the Bystander Publishing Company, Des Moines, Iowa. Office in Chemical building, corner Seventh and Mulberry streets. Phone, alnat 800. Entered at the postoffice as second class matter. Send money by postoffice order. money order, express or draft, to The Bystander Company. All subscriptions payable in advance. Advertising rates for display ads 20 cents per inch, for each insertion. Three to six months' contracts, 18 cents per inch. Local advertising 10 cents per line for each insertion, counting seven words to a line. For church and secret societies where admission is charged, one-half of the above-mentioned rates. For professional, legal and announcement cards, yearly contracts, etc., terms are given on application. 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A three days business trip in a few of our neighboring towns revealed the fact that the Negro Race of the North are fast entering into the business and industrial life of the country. Chariton, the county seat of Lucas County, has about 2,200 population, of which there are about 80 colored people. Though few in number, they are doing well. Mr. Geo. D. Newman is one of the oldest citizens of this town and is an expressman, Mr. Martin is another substantial man. Mr. Jackson still runs the lunch room and has a large trade. He is making good money. He also owns some valuable property. Mr. Roy White is one of the new settlers here and is working for the Rock Island Railroad, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Harris own valuable property on South 15th St. G. W. McKee works for the C. B. & Q. Co. and is doing nicely. Mr. H. Martin lives on Oseceola Ave. and is farming this year. Mr. Spears is doing well. There are two families of Spears here. Our next stop for a few hours was in Albia, but since we have a regular correspondent, who is one of the most proficient, I will not give observations from that town. After leaving Albia we next stopped for a short while in Buxton. Buxton is waking on new interest again and there is plenty of work for every one at good wages, so everybody is happy and making money. I dare not say they are saving any as that is up to them. Mr. Wm. Bailey, dubbed as the Mayor, is justice of the Peace, and is the sole agent for the Des Moines and Chicago daily papers and several weekly papers. The schools have finished this year's course and had their commencement just before I reached there on Thursday. day night at the Y. M. C. A. There are three school buildings here. Two have all Colored teachers and one with white teachers. They held their commencement exercises together. The central school is the largest one with Colored teachers, has as its principal Miss Georgia Blackburn of Des Moines. Her assistants are Miss Gertrude Lucas of Bedford, Iowa, Miss Lola Heart of Muscatine, Iowa, and Miss Grace Harris of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. The 11th Street school has Mrs. W. H. London of Buxton as principal, assisted by Miss Mayne Findly of Buxton. The Company store has more Colored employees at present than for several years. The names of the clerks are as follows: The regular clerks are Gussie Mardis, Susie Roberts, Emma Smith, E. Bruce and Walter Blaney, who have all worked for several years at the store. Mr. E. Bruce is head of the Soda Fountain and the following are employed under him: Misses Bessie Tate, Lucille Hawkins, Odessa Brooks, and Mr. Jas. Busby, formerly of Michigan. The extra help on Saturdays and busy days are Mazie Johnson, Zelma Tate and Malinda Washington. The Colored people in business here are enjoying good trade and are doing well. Mr. E. A. London is one of the most successful business men here. He also has a business in Des Moines. The Church work is up to the average. The Y. M. C. A. is doing good work with Mr. E. A. Mills as Secretary. He has accepted the position as agent for the Bystander, therefore we feel sure we will have news from Buxton hereafter. I desire to announce that I am a candidate for nomination for a second term as State Senator from Polk County, subject to the republican primaries June 3, 1918. ADDISON M. PARKER. WOMEN AND THE LIBERTY LOAN By MARION LUCE. American women are protected from the hardships of the trenches by the courage of the American men. It will never be necessary to recruit an American Battalion of Death—but in the other two branches of war service women can and must take their places. Women are taking men's places in the workshop, the office, even in the fields. Wherever there is work to do, American women will do it. No other nation has given its women so much—none other deserves so much from them. Women can invest in Liberty bonds. Women can curtail waste and stimulate thrift, and invest in more Liberty bonds. When women save money to invest in Liberty bonds, they serve doubly, for they release all the labor and the materials that would have been used in manufacturing the things they didn't buy, at the same time aiding their government in continuing America's holy war. Women Must Save and Work. Women, stand beside our fighting boys in spirit! Keep up the morale of our army by unfinishing courage and heroic devotion at home. The Third Liberty loan points your duty—the third nation-wide call to universal service—the third sword sharpened for victory in the forge of freedom. America must win—it dares not fail—it is America, the unconquered, that calls. Women, it is said, spend nineteenth of all the money that is spent. Let every woman scrutinize her family budget. She must do the major part in taking her family's share of Liberty bonds. Upon the women of America must rest, in a large measure, success of the Third Liberty loan. To the American Mother A boy, yours or your neighbors, lies shivering in the trenches "over there." Wet, cold, weary, or, worse yet, on the stretches of No Man's Land, wounded, alone, dying. You cannot bear for him one agony; you cannot give him life, health or happiness. But if all America does her duty you can give to every American lad who goes over the top the glory of hope—the reasonable certainty of victory—the emulation of knowing that he does not die in vain—that America has risen as one to make the world fit for life, fit for home, fit for freedom. Invest in Liberty bonds now. Subscribe until it hurts. Take what you can outright, and take on the installment plan as many as you can stagger under. Remember—it's no longer "do your bit," but do your all. Hold fast for victory! Uncle Sam's Note. When the government sells bonds, it takes no money out of the country. What it does is to ask the farmer, the manufacturer and the laborer to sell their products on time and it gives an interest-bearing note in advance, until you and those other producers can make the supplies to conduct the war. The war department can't shoot houses and lots and grain at the Germans. It asks the producers to grant it the credit first and then get busy and make the supplies it needs, and when your government has on its hands the biggest war the world ever knew, there is no time for trifling. Invest in bonds and see Uncle Sam and yourself through. Bonds Are the Farmer's Friend. Every farmer should purchase Liberty bonds. By doing so he lends his government money to provide a merchant marine to carry his produce to the four corners of the world. 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We received word that Mrs. Mary Tinley of Minnesota, who formerly lived here, is very sick. Miss Rush of Knoxville is stopping on this city indefinitely at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sheats, 1503 Capitol Ave. The Home Makers League will meet Tuesday, May 14th, at the home of Mrs. Thornton Adams, 922 23rd St. Mrs. Mease Scott is reported ill at her home on Fourth street place. She is suffering from a nervous break down. The Booker Washington Knitting Hub will give a basket social at the home of Mrs. R. N. Hyde, Thursday, day 16th. Mrs. Effie Watkins, who has been very sick for a fortnight, is very low. Her many friends are much alarmed over her extremely dangerous condition. Rev. R. A. Carew and family of noxville, Iowa, passed through our city en route for Lincoln, Minn., where he has purchased a farm and will farm. Mrs. L. J. Courtney announces the engagement of her daughter, Miss Lillian foiston, to Prof. Leslie Stewart. The edding date will be announced later. All the young mothers of the Young Mother's Congress are urged to meet at the home of Mrs. Jessie Davis, 914 14th st. place, Thursday afternoon at 2:30 prompt. The Triple H. Club will meet Tuesday, May 14, with Mrs. J. H. McDowell, 09 8th St. All members are requested to be present. By order of Pres. Mrs. Harry Burnum. Mr. Archie Alexander, our popular contractor, has just received a contract to build a concrete bridge in Marshallown on the Lincoln road, which is one of the largest bridge contracts that has been let. It certainly goes to show that his young man is producing the goods. The Calahan Industrial Club met at the home of Mrs. Gus Nichols. A paper in "How the Government Is Run," which was discussed by the members, after the regular business a dainty reast was served. Club will meet with Mrs. Tillie Lee, 1210 18th St. All members urged to be present. Mrs. Mabel Strickler entertained the helping Hand Club of -Asbury M. E. church at her home, 1181$^{2}$ 7th St. After the business a very social hour was spent by all who were present, in which a dainty luncheon was served. the club will meet with Mrs. M. earnest Tuesday, May 15th. NOTICE All clubs are urged to elect their delegates as soon as possible and send their names to Mrs. Bess Hughes, chairman on home, 931 14th St. Place, Des Moines, Iowa. The D. Y W. Y. K. Art Club met with Mrs. Lena Wilkinson this week. the afternoon was spent in knitting and crocheting. Mrs. Lena Wilkinson was elected delegate to State Federation. Next meeting will be with Mrs. ella Bryant, 1012 8th St., next Friday. The Phlyis Wheatley Club met this week with Mrs. May Bell on Stewart t. Knitting, crocheting and discussion of Longfellow's poems was the program or the afternoon. Mrs. Wm. Shackleord was elected delegate to State Federation and Mrs. Emma Podd as alterate. Next meeting will be with Mrs. green on McKinley avenue. E. A. London's BARBER SHOP SEPERATE FROM POOL HALL complying strickly with City and Camp Dodge Health Regulations. 229 West Third Street Phone Wal. 2314 J. Hobson W. L. Berry LONDON'S POOL HALL Choice Line of Cigars, Candy and Soft Drinks, J. W. SMITH, Prop. The Charity League will meet Monday, May 13th, at the Protection Home, 1055 Park street. An address, "The Value of a Home for Women and Girls," will be delivered by Rev. H. A. Perry. All members are urged to be present and bring their dues. Friends are cordially invited to attend. ADDRESSES A LARGE AUDIENCE. Last Friday afternoon Mrs. J. B. Rush returned from Waterloo, Iowa, where she was called to give a patriotic address to the officers of the Citizen Welfare Bureau. The address, "Our Patriotic Duty," was delivered to an overcrowded house of between 300 and 400 people and many were turned away. NOTICE TO PUBLIC All cards of thanks or resolutions of condolence sent to be published in the Bystander must be accompanied by fifty cents to pay for setting and printing of same. Heretofore we have been publishing same free of charge, but owing to the high cost of paper, ink and type setting we are compelled to charge for same. BYSTANDER PRINTING CO. The Mary B. Talbert Club met at the home of Mrs. Juo. Mayweathers, 1064 14th St., Tuesday. After the business a paper was read on the "Two Most Noted Colored Blind Musicians." Mrs. Newman, wife of Chaplain Newman, made an interesting talk. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Mackey on Day St., at which time the members will indulge in a round table talk. COMPANY MOTHERS TO HOLD OPEN MEETING. The Company Mothers of the 366th Infantry met with the Regimental Mother, Mrs. S. Joe Brown, last Monday afternoon and listened to reports from the various Company Mothers, and also from Division Mothers' meeting held by Mrs. Zoe Pearl Park at the Y. W. C. A. on Thursday preceding. They will hold an open meeting with their assistants and their husbands at 1058 5th St. next Friday evening at 8 o'clock, at which time the activities of these acting mothers will be reviewed. RED CROSS CLASSES The classes in Red Cross first aid, nursing and dietetics, being organized by Mrs. S. Joe Brown, will meet at her residence, 1058 5th St., on Thursday evening, May 16th, at which time enrollments will be taken and instruction commenced. Mesdams Marshall and W. O. Finkbine of Red Cross headquarters will be present. All persons interested in any of these lines of work are cordially invited to become members of these classes. the play, entitled "For One Night Only," Robert M. Baker's four act comedy-drama, under the direction of Prof. Edwin Barlow Evans and Rev. Harold Barr of Drake University, which was rendered at West High Auditorium Monday evening, May 6th, was a capital success. Howard P. Drew, world's champion sprinter, was excellent in the role of Spartan Spurgius Spotts. Mrs. Archie Alexander could not have been better in the role as Rosa, a maid. Mr. Rufus B. King was good as Prof. Martin Goldwhinny, as were the rest of the caste, who were Mason J. Hall as Dr. Leopold Newman, Carroll E. Curtley as Mr. Chas. Harkins, Alden Blagburn as Jack Harkins, Mrs. V. L. Jones as Mrs. Martin Goldwhinny, Miss Beatrice Hogsette as her daughter Paula, and Mrs. Elbert Hall as Mrs. Newman. The play was given for the benefit of Des Moines Branch, N. A. A. C. P., under the efficient management of Elbert R. Hall, president of the Des Moines Branch. Those who failed to see it missed a wonderful treat. The Young Men's Bible Class had a splendid meeting last Thursday at 8:00 o'clock, and the class is growing. Two new members joined the class. The class has taken the studies in the Gospels and Acts. We are very desirous that those who are going to join the class come in at once so that we may send for the book at once. The class is planning a hike in the very near future. Sunday, May 12, Hon. Frank Shankland will speak to men. All are cordially invited to be present at 4:00 o'clock to hear. Report of the Park Street Branch, Y. M. C. A., for the month ending April 30th 1918: From cots ..... $ <.75 From public collections ..... 6.01 For hand bills ..... $ 3.50 For Gold Dust ..... .60 For soap ..... .10 For telegram ..... .53 For Prompt TAXI SERVICE To and from Des Moines Hotel TO Depot, Camp Dodge, or any other destination at any hour DAY OR NIGHT The West 68 Decatur Hotels At the last meeting of the Eliza E. Peterson W. C. T. U. the following delegates will represent the Union at the Iowa State Federation: Mesdames Anna Allen and E. L. Green; alternate, Mrs. Robert Hogsette and Mrs. Thornton Adams. The next meeting will be Thursday, May 16, at 1215 Park St. Ruth Arline Law, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Law, died Saturday afternoon, April 27th, at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Law, 105 Holcomb Ave., age 10 months and 13 days. While suffering with pneumonia, she had a sweet baby smile for everyone. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, April 29th, from the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Law. Rev. Robinson of the Corinthian Baptist Church conducted the services in a very impressive way. And Baby Ruth was laid away to rest at Glendale to await the coming of father and mother and her grandparents. But Jesus loves a true best. Good night, good night, good night Sunday, May 5, marked the Third Quarterly Communion services of this conference year. P. E. Farribee preached at the morning and evening services, which were a source of inspiration to all who heard him. Rev. Woodfork of the M. E. preached the communion sermon at 3 p. m., which was greatly enjoyed by the number present. services of this E. Farribee and evening source of in- lief him. Rev. preached the p. m., which the number best and most history of old and financial 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. This closes one of the best and most eventful quarters in the history of old St. Paul, from a spiritual and financial point of view. A living monument to the glory of God. Let the faithful communicants gird up their loins and do greater service in the next three months. Let the church boards—Trustee, Steward, Stewardist, Class leaders; and the departments—Sunday School, Missionary, Allen C. E. League; the auxiliaries—Sewing Circle, St. Paul Aid, Church Aid, S. L. B. Club, Alter Guild, Mothers' Council, and St. Paul choir (last but not least), work and pray for the new St. Paul, that your joys may be larger at the close of the fourth quarter. The funeral of Mother Elizabeth Gardner was held from the church Sunday at 1:30 p. m., Rev. S. L. Birt in charge. Thus closes the last chapter of a faithful Christian life. Mother Gardner united with the A. M. E. Church in the state of Missouri fifty years ago. She was among the first to pay on the new St. Paul. The subscription book shows $4.55 to her credit. Auntie Carter, who passed from the stage of this present life last quarter and who was cared for by Mrs. Adam Dixon in her declining years, is missed from her accustomed seat. These two elderly women's simple, child-like faith will ever be cherished by those who frequented the class room. "Peace to their ashes and felicity to their soul." Rev. Birt is taking a much needed rest at Excelsior Springs, Mo., this week and will be in charge of the pulpit Sunday (D. V.). The captains of the Rally Clubs are requested to keep tag on all your workers. If they are not working, encourage them by planning for their success. The Sunday School will give a bazaar and musicale Tuesday evening at the skating rink. Beautiful and useful home made articles on sale. Cafeteria service. Public invited. Bro. C. B. Woods, chairman. The choir will give a box social at the parsonage Monday evening. Public invited. May Day Fete at the home of Mrs. Alex Griffin, Walker St. Dainty aprons and caps on sale. The S. L. B.s in charge. Remember the date, Friday. The subscribers are asked to make regular payments on the building fund. The pay roll of the workmen must be met. The pastor is anxious to have the indebtedness lifted, if possible, during his administration, so that St. Paul may not spend long years wrestling with a heavy indebtedness. This calls for a united effort on the part of every member. Keep at it. S. L. Birt, Pastor. Mrs. J. E. Ivey has returned from a month's visit with relatives in the South. Mrs. E. C. Jones was hostess to the Officers' Wives Association Friday, May 10th. Capt. J. A. Kennedy, M. R. C., has been granted ten days leave and is spending it in Chicago. Mrs. H. Fletcher, wife of Corporal Fletcher, B, arrived in the city Saturday, May 3rd, from Huntsville, Ala. The doctors of the 366th spent Wednesday on the target range. Lieut. Moore qualified No. 1 for distinguished rifleman. Lieut. Butler was unexpectedly called away last week to the bedside of his wife, who left very recently for the South to visit. Privates First Class Lightfoot and Readers, B Co., have returned from Huntsville after a twelve days visit Returned from five days visit Address Dept. 61 ORITUARY. Sleep on, Baby Ruth, CHURCH NEWS. St. Paul A. M. E. CAMP DODGE NOTES Mrs. G. W. Winston, Reporter. Phone Drake' 1650 J. ( with relatives. We wish to thank our many friends who so faithfully stayed by us in the death and burial of our darling baby, and for the many beautiful flowers sent by kind friends. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Law. Mr. and Mrs. George Law. Card of Thanks We wish to extend our sincere thanks to our many friends, especially the Master and members of the Masonic Lodge of Cedar Rapids, In., and Cedar Grove Lodge No. 18 of Buxton, for their assistance during the illness and death of our beloved husband and father, also for the beautiful floral offerings. Biliousness and Constipation "For years I was troubled with biliousness and constipation, which made life miserable for me. My appetite failed me. I lost my usual force and vitality. Pepsin preparations and cathartics only made matters worse. I do not know where I should have been today had I not tried Chamberlain's Tablets. The tablets relieve the ill feeling at once, strengthen the digestive functions, purify the stomach, liver and blood, helping the system to do its work naturally."—Mrs. Rosa Potts, Birmingham, Ala. WITH OUR CHURCHES CHURCH DIRECTORY. MAPLE, ST. BAPTIST CHURCH. East Maple Street. 8 p. m.—Evening worship and preaching. Rev. H. E. King, pastor. 11 a. m.—Morning worship. 12:15 p. m.—Sunday school. Christian Endeavor at 6:15 p. m. Lieut. M. H. Thompson, president. Evening services at 7:30 p. m. Mid-week prayer meeting Wednesday. Everybody invited at all of these services. 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. 6:30 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 8:00 p. m.—Evening worship. Union Baptist Church Sixteenth and McCormick. Rev. J. H. Reynolds, Supply Pastor. 9:30 a. m.—Sunday school. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 6 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m.—Preaching. First A. M. E. Zion Church. Rev. E. S. Hardge. Pastor. 511 S. E. Fourth St. 11:30 a. m.—Preaching. 1:00 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—V. C. E. Society. 8 p. m.—Preaching. 777 Eleventh St. 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. Sixteenth and Fifteenth 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. Look for and pay for your paper now when we call. Fabric Air Ducts. Fabric air ducts have been invented for use in underground construction, having the advantage that they can be easily removed if blasting is to be done and as easily replaced. STYLE & BOOK --- HAIR --- To Colored Women We are the largest manufacturers of Colored Woman Brown. Our latest book showing new styles in hair dressing sent free. Every colored woman can wear it. We sell souls our hair and toilet articles. 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The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hill and left a fine baby girl, and also left a nine pound boy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Baker. Mrs. Tom Franklin gave a theatre party for the ladies of the Eastern Star Chapter. We regret the departure of Mr. and Mrs. Ashuel Steppe for Sionx City, where they will make their future home. Their many friends will miss them very much. Mr. and Mrs. Steppe were entertained with a series of social functions. Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Dishman have moved to 1708 5th Ave. S. Mr. Tom Franklin was called to Springfield, Mo., by the death of his sister. Mr. and Mrs. Al Peters motored over from Rockwell City in their new Cadillac car and were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Nealy. Mrs. Ollie Buckner arrived home from Keokuk, where she was called to the bedside of her father, who was very ill. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Perkins and son have returned from Carroll, where Mr. Perkins has been playing with Bell's Orchestra. Mr. Perkins has started an orchestra called the Olio Orchestra and is meeting with much success. Their friends are very glad to have them back. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Griffin spent Sunday in the city. Mr. Eugene Freels and Mr. Santoes Dumont, from St. Joe, Mo., have arrived to join the Olio Orchestra. The Masons and Eastern Stars entertained for Mr. and Mrs. Ashuel Steppe. Mr. Louie Keith is able to be out. His foot was hurt by a fall down an elevator shaft. Mr. Verne McGill spent Sunday and Monday in Kewancee, the guest of Miss Anna Coleman. The Bethel A. M. E. Church carried on a revival the last two weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Allhouse are moving from Division street to their home on Pine street. Miss Rosie Roundtree will soon leave here to visit relatives and friends in Hot Springs, Ark. Miss Rebecca Mathews is on the sick list. Mr. Robert Watts and family have moved on a farm in Gary Ind. Mr. Henry Reed is looking for a house and he and his daughter are going to move here from Hannibal, Mo. Miss Daisy Ford and Miss Anna Coleman have joined the Junior Red Cross HOW TO KEEP WELL. We feel that we owe an apology to the readers of this column, because we have allowed several weeks to elapse between the last issue and the present one. During the last few weeks, it has been a physical impossibility to edit this column and at the same time do justice to the sick that has been under our care. We hope in the future that we shall be able to find time to keep this column at least half way up to date. A. During the last few weeks there has been a large amount of respiratory diseases; such as acute nasal catarrh, acute laryngitis, acute bronchitis, broncho and lobar pneumonia, pleurisy and tuberculosis. There have also been thousands of cases of la grip. We have been unable to explain satisfactorily to the laity just why such an epidemic has been made possible. To my mind the cause is evident. We feel quite sure that there is a discoverable cause for every case of sickness that the physicians have been called upon to treat. Large amount of it has been due to faulty housing conditions. Some homes do not get a thorough ventilation from November to March. Fresh air is indispensable. Why should we strive so diligently to keep it out of our bedrooms? If you have not been accustomed to sleeping with your windows open 365 nights in the year, try it. The old superstition that night air is dangerous, has had its bottom kicked out of it for a number of years. Night air is no more dangerous than day air. The same elements constitute both of them. Sleeping in unventilated rooms lowers one's vitality. You arise next morning feeling like one who has been on a drunk. Why? Because you have been inhaling over and again the exhaled air from the lungs and pores of the skin. There are some people who say they cannot sleep without a light. This is also bad practice. The light helps to consume what oxygen there is in the room and gives out carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas. One of the worst practices we find among hundreds of people, especially men folks, is the habit of sleeping in their underwear. If you ask why they do this, some will give one reason and some another. Here are some of the reasons that we have received: (1) "I am too tired to change at night;" (2) another says, "I will catch cold by changing;" (3) another says, "When I get up next morning my room is cold and I get chilled while dressing." Not one of these excuses possess a grain of logic. We are at a loss to assign any reason for such an unhygienic habit. We would not like to say that it was a case of laziness. Dear reader, have you stopped to think what a large amount of poisonous material is stored up in your underclothes during the day? 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The casket attendants were Harold Robinson, General Robinson, Norman Mitchell, Ralph Holder, Paul Porter and Hansen Guy. Mr. A. Helms has just recently purchased the business of the Ideal Cleaners, where he will be glad to meet his friends. His location is 6191⁵ South 2nd St. Mrs. Helms will assist her husband in the management of the business. Art Williams, who left for Camp Grant some days ago, has returned home, pleased with his trip. The Red Cross Club organized a few weeks ago is said to be progressing nicely. IN.CLOWN The Wonderful Art of Hair Growing A Complete Course by Mail or Personal Instruction. The Peerless Walker System, Ready MONEY and the Door way to Prosperity. A Diploma From Lelia College of Hair Culture, is the Magic Key. Short, Breaking Off Halling Out? Does your Scalp Itch? Have you had ruff? WALKER'S WONDERFUL HAIR All Scalp Diseases, Stops the Hair once to growing. These remedies Walker M'f'g Co. set, Indianapolis, Ind. SCIAL TREATMENT 1.50. Make all Money Orders pay- Send stamp for reply. AGENTS Mrs. Chas. Anthony has returned to her home after treatment at Mercy hospital. Mrs. F. J. Nott was reported as being quite ill last week. Her friends hope soon see her around again. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Anthony are a home to their friends now on Maple avenue, where they recently moved. Eugene Nott, son of Rev. F. J. Nott former pastor of the Second Baptist Church, occupied the pulpit at Betha A. M. E. Church Sunday evening, April 28th. Some of our people are considering the organization of a society of the Knights of Tabor. Mrs. Scott Robinson is a visitor in Jacksonville, Ill. Mrs. A. Helms is a recent new subscriber to the Bystander. The trustee rally at Bethel A. M. I. Church on last Sunday was a success. Three services were held on that day at 3:30 Rev. H. J. Handy of Waterloo filled the pulpit, delivering an interesting discourse. At 8 o'clock a patient program was rendered by the choir assisted by other talent. Miss Ruby C. Pettiford, heralded Ohio's favorite reader, will appear Bethel A. M. E. Church Wednesday evening. May 15th Force of Habit. Friend—"I will return your please call." Young Author (absently)—"But I have given you no postage!"—Pud HISN HA·HA