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THE BYSTANDER Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXIV No. 51 A SOLDIER'S FAREWELL. By James J. Clayton, Corporal Co. L, 366th Inf. Former Student Tuskegee Institute. name of M of the D State Fede The name Tuskegee Institute. It's hard to leave you, little wife, It's mighty hard to say good-bye; I know it makes you sad and blue, For there is a tear drop in your eye. Perhaps some day I shall return, If God takes care of me, And what a grand reunion We'll have, just you and me. And I shall always think of you When I am way over there, But, little girl, before I go, I'll say a little prayer. Oh, God above, take care of her, Wherever she may be, Guide her and protect her, For she is all the world to me. Bless her and keep her from all harm, Don't let her go astray; Keep her in the straight and narrow path, For I'll come back to her some day. Bless her and keep her, oh, Lord, Till I return again. She is mine and I love her. This is my prayer. Amen. Oh, say, little girl, please don't ery, I know it's hard to say good-bye, But tears can't hold me back, you know, My country calls and I must go. So good-bye till we meet again, And please now don't you cry, And always remember, I love you. God bless you, little wife. Good-bye REPORT OF THE 17TH ANNUAL SESSION OF THE IOWA FED- The report of the Federation published last week was not the one the Press Committee desired to be published, but one given to the editor by some unknown party as it was incomplete. The chairman of the Press Committee is having the right report published this week. The 17th Annual Session of the I. F. C. W. C. convened May 27-29 at the Union Congregational Church, corner 8th and Park Sts., with Mrs. Helen Downey president, and Mrs. Jessye E. McClain, first vice president. In accordance with the spirit of the times the meetings were opened with patriotic demonstrations. A beautiful service flag was presented by Mrs. J. B. Rush, honorary president, and accepted by Mrs. S. J. Brown, honorary president and regimental mother of the 366th Infantry. The flag contained 123 stars, is made of red and white satin; the stars are blue and each one is embroidered and represents a Negro boy of Iowa now in active service. The flag was donated by Mr. Isaac Jackson, the father of Mrs. Helen Downey, the state president. It was made by the I. B. W. Club of Ottumwa. On Tuesday evening the president delivered her annual address and on Wednesday evening Atty. Woodson of Buxton addressed the Federation. The various committee brought in excellent reports on Food Conservation, the Liberty-Loan drives, Thrift Stamps and Red Cross activities. Mrs. Elnora Gresham of Cedar Rapids, third district chairman, was awarded the medal offered by the Federation to the district raising the largest amount of money during the year. Among the things accomplished was establishing a scholarship fund, available for worthy Negro boys and girls desiring to secure a college education. The newly elected officers were installed by Miss Jessie E. Walker of Marshalltown, honorary president. The 1919 meeting will be held in Marshalltown. CORRECTION. In last week's issue we published the 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. Roy E. Handy J. W. Bland Handy and Bland Funeral Director Golden Rule Sereices Golden Rule Prices Phones Office Wal. 2295 Residence Red 6440 600 Eight Street Des Moines, Iowa name of Mrs. Mattie Warricks as head of the Department of Health of the State Federation, which was a mistake. The name of the head of that department was Mrs. Mable Robinson of Hocking, Iowa. You are hereby notified that the Second Annual Convention of the Madam C. J. Walker Agents will meet in the city of Chicago, August 1st, 2nd and 3rd, inclusive, at which time the winners in Madam C. J. Walker's great prize contest will be announced and prizes awarded. Agents expecting to attend the convention are urged to write Mrs. Lucy Simms Bates, 4433 South State street, Chicago, Illinois, President of the Madam C. J. Walker Club of that city, for all information as to place of meeting, accommodations, etc. Clubs are expected to send one or more delegates to the convention. Sincerely, Madam C. J. Walker. WESTERN BAPTIST CONVENTION. The Western Baptist Convention will meet with the Calvary Baptist Church, Monmouth, Ill., Rev. C. Lindell, pastor, Monday evening, July 15th, closing Friday evening, July 19th. The people of Monmouth are preparing to give a royal welcome to the delegates. Matters of vital importance to the denomination will be under consideration. We hope the attendance will be good notwithstanding the advance in passenger fares. Those attending should come for the entire time. The Women's Auxiliary will meet each forenoon, the convention each afternoon. Conventions open jointly on Monday evening, the Women's Auxiliary will have Tuesday and Wednesday evening, and the convention Thursday and Friday. We hope for excellent contributions for Western College and for foreign missions. T. L. Griffith, D. D., President, Topeka, Kans. J. Goins, D. D., Cor. See., Kansas City, Mo. N. A. A. C. P. TO HOLD BIG MEETING. What promises to be one of the best programs ever rendered in the city will be given on Tuesday evening at the Corinthian Baptist Church, Fifteenth and Linden street, in the interest of the Des Moines Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The exercises, which will be free to everybody, will be in charge of a committee of white citizens, headed by A. J. Small, state law librarian. All the numbers on the program will be given by white persons who are members of the Des Moines Branch, or who interested in the work the National Association is doing. Councilman E. A. Elliott will deliver an address. Among the others who will appear are Miss Ruth Russell, contralto; Edward C. Lytton, baritone; Ralph Mullen, tenor, and John Norsberg, pianist. The Mary B. Tolbert Club will meet Tuesday, June 18th, with Mrs. R. N. Hyde. All members are urged to be present. Business of importance. Dear Co-Workers: It has been nearly ten months since we left Des Moines, Iowa. As your president and as the time is swiftly gliding by and God has been so good to us all, after passing through a very severely cold winter safe and secure in the arms of Jesus, and with the beautiful incoming spring, new life awakes in my soul a yearning to do more this year than ever before to make our work go. I met the Kansas Board with our Board in Kansas City, laid plans for a great work, and the women of Kansas, with their loyal and loving president, Sister Emma Gaines, all in line with our plans, we are depending on Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Minnesota, Ohio, Washington, California, Oregon and Colorado to fall in line. My dear co-workers, much depends on you. We can do nothing alone. We received a letter from our field secretary, Sister Brown, and we hope great things from her. Our secretary, Mrs. I. B. Frazier, is doing her best to get in touch with each state. Please don't turn her notices down, but send in your portion. We ask your prayers once a day throughout the West for our work this year. I want to say that with the workers we have in Illinois, she will be on the map, so we beg you again to get ready and meet us in Monmouth, Ill., with your president, your prayers and your money. Prayers in Iowa has the state banner for raising the largest amount of money in 1917, we hope every vice-president of the states will try to carry out the honor of wearing the convention medal which will be awarded at our meeting in Monmouth, Ill., July 15, 1918. Iowa devoted yours in the work for ST. PAUL BUDGETARIAN. Don't think we are dead or "asleep at the switch" because you have not heard from us. We are very much alive, keeping abreast with all things NOTICE. NOTICE. DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 1918. the head of the stake. Apart-Hock- the Secadam on the and win-great and the con-Luey street, the city, meet- ne or ker. ION. will church, pastor. pertaining to the war and otherwise. St. James A. M. E. Church just closed a very successful rally in which they raised almost $1,000, the amount asked for. The churches of the Twin Cities held a very successful union revival during the last two weeks of May. Nearly 200 conversions and accessions were the results. We had as evangelists Rev. Ellington of Nashville, Teenn, and Rev. Bray of Chicago, who were ably assisted by our local pastors. The Union Benevolent Association held their eighth annual services at Pilgrim Baptist Church Sunday evening. Rev. D. E. Beasely preached an excellent sermon. The many friends of Rev. B. N. Murrel, formerly pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church, regretted very much to have to give him up. The Rev. was called by Uncle Sam to do Y. M. C. A. work and will soon be on his way to France. A reception was tended Mrs. B. N. Murrel Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Henry High, under the auspices of the Literary Aid Social Club. Mrs. Murrel leaves this week for her home in Peoria, Ill., until fall, when she will take a special course at Howard University. see Mrs. Payne Saturday. A fine program was rendered Sunday evening by the children of the A. M. E. Sunday School. L. Henry of Davenport brought a pretty bouquet of flowers over to Mrs. G. Payne Monday evening. The 23d of this month is St. John Day. The Masons here have extended invitations to Monmouth, Galesburg Kewanee and all the surrounding little towns. G. Alnutt of Cedar Rapids is here visiting her sister, Mrs. F. Perkins. Mrs. Mary Pearson is having trouble with one of her eyes. The Colored Jazz Band will not be out to the Tower this week; will be here later on. T. Whitney spent Sunday afternoon at Mrs. G. Payne's home. Mrs.' O. Jackson is not feeling so well this week. B. Edmunds received a card from Cedar Rapids from Mildred Lamb of Muscatine. She was the Sunday School delegate to the convention that met in Cedar Rapids. HOCKING NEWS. (Special to Bystander.) Those who attended the I. F. C. W. C. Mrs. Mary B. Talbert of Buffalo, N. Y., president of the N. A. Colored Women, arrived in our city last week and is a guest of her sister, Mrs. W. R. Hardy, 518 St. Anthony avenue. Sunday morning Mrs. Talbert addressed a large and appreciative audience at St. James A. M. E. Church, and Sunday evening at Memorial Baptist Church. Monday afternoon she spoke to the ladies of the Literary and Social Club at the residence of Mrs. Caldwell. Tuesday afternoon she was a guest of the Adelphi Club at the home of Mrs. S. Williams. Wednesday evening she addressed the club ladies of Minneapolis at St. Peters Church. Thursday evening she spoke to a large gathering of ladies at the home of Mrs. Mattie Wade Hicks, 953 Rondo street. We were very glad to have Mrs. Talbert with us, and will long remember her visit. She leaves here for Omaha and Buxton, Ia. Miss Cornelia Gordon has been indisposed the past week, but is better. Miss Alberta Bell, one of our most popular young ladies, left Monday evening for Louisville, Ky., where she will be married to Dr. J. S. King of Knoxville, Tenn., after which they will return to Knoxville, where the doctor is a practicing dentist. She carries with her the best wishes of a host of friends. The State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs will convene in their thirteenth annual session June 26-27, at Memorial Baptist Church, this city. Mrs. Jessie M. Williams of Duluth will preside. Mr. and Mrs. Quitman Hicks have moved into their new home recently purchased at 953 Rondo street. The board of managers of the Crispus Attucks Orphanage and Old Folks Home held a meeting at the home Monday. They arranged to give a picnic and dinner July 4th on the Home grounds, which are very beautiful and adequate to the occasion. ALBIA NEWS. The little baby of Mr. and Mrs. Will Gordon has been very ill for the past two weeks. Mrs. Allie Bowman of Muscatine has been at the home of her dangiter, Mrs. Zoe Hollingsworth, since the illness of the Gordon baby. Miss Edith Harris returned Sunday evening from the District Sunday School Convention in Cedar Rapids and will leave Wednesday for the Missionary Convention with Mrs. Mary Harris in Des Moines Wednesday. Mrs. Hattie Bennings and Mrs. G. A. Davis entertained the Mite Missionary Society at the home of Mrs. Bennings on Thursday. Sunday evening was missionary program evening, conducted by Mrs. Mary Harris. Social by the Aid Society at the A. M. E. Church on Monday evening. Mrs. Henry Jones has been ill the past two weeks. Lame Back Believed. For a lame back apply Chamberlain's Liniment twice a day and massage the muscles of the back over the seat of pain thoroughly at each application. Service of Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday School began at 7:30 p. m. Excellent sermon delivered by Dr. G. E. Green. Text, 19th Pts. 1st verse. The day was spent in joy. Superintendent, T. J. Thompson; committee, Mrs. G. W. Montague and Mrs. C. Taylor. The Children's Day program of the Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday School was very interesting and each one did his part in a fine manner and deserves great credit. ROCK ISLAND NEWS. The high school banquet will be held at a later date. Mrs. C. Golden, Sr., is getting along fine. Mrs. J. Slaughter is improving very nicely. Mr. and Mrs. G. Payne welcome a baby girl into their home, Friday, June 7. Mrs. F. Patterson and baby were to see Mrs. Payne Saturday. A fine program was rendered Sunday evening by the children of the A. M. E. Sunday School. L. Henry of Davenport brought a pretty bouquet of flowers over to Mrs. G. Payne Monday evening. The 23d of this month is St. John Day. The Masons here have extended invitations to Monmouth, Galesburg, Kewanee and all the surrounding little towns. G. Alnutt of Cedar Rapids is here visiting her sister, Mrs. F. Porkins. Mrs. Mary Pearson is having trouble with one of her eyes. The Colored Jazz Band will not be out to the Tower this week; will be here later on. T. Whitney spent Sunday afternoon at Mrs. G. Payne's home. Mrs.' O. Jackson is not feeling so well this week. B. Edmunds received a card from Cedar Rapids from Mildred Lamb of Muscatine. She was the Sunday School delegate to the convention that met in Cedar Rapids. HOCKING NEWS. Those who attended the I. F. C. W. C. from Hocking were Mrs. Mable Robinson and daughter Alberta, and Mrs. Eva Roper. The Willing Workers Club gave a social at the home of Mrs. Thomas Lowrey Saturday. It was a success. Mrs. Emma March of Cedar Rapids has made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Mable Robinson. Mrs. Nellie Taylor has returned home from Des Moines, where she was called on account of the death of her mother, Mrs. Person. Mrs. Walter Burns is having great success canvassing "The Emerson Compound Extract Medicine." Mrs. Alice Robinson has returned home from Buxton, where she was attending her sick daughter, Mamie. Miss Albertha Robinson returned home from Des Moines Tuesday, where she was visiting with her aunt, Mrs. Clora Davis. Pussy Cat Indicted American foresters present a very strong argument against our friend, the pussy cat, as being by far the most destructive of animals, wild or tame, of the birds, and every forester considers the birds as the greatest friends of the trees. Without the destruction wrought by the birds on the insect enemies of the trees there would be after a generation no tree left for the insects would multiply fearfully and demolish every growing tree and plant. —Grit. Indian Raised Cotton and Tobacco. The Indian farmer, especially in the Southwest, carried the cultivation of the American variety of cotton to an advanced state. His culture of tobacco, on which was based a profitable industry for the early colonies, had been developed to a high state of efficiency. How to Teach a Dog. Kindness, firmness, and patience are necessary qualities in teaching a dog. Nothing can be done by cruelty, and if you lose your temper you will never teach him anything. It is very little use trying to teach an old dog. Begin when he is young and do not overtire him. Also do not overfeed him, for most of the lessons have to be taught by a system of small rewards in the shape of tit-bits of food. Sparrows Eaten in England. Sparrows are often eaten by English country persons. They are captured easily in fine mesh nets stretched over the ground and baited with grain, or in nets hung at night around their roosting places in ricks, hedges and ivy-clad walls. Also, the ground can be baited and a crowd of feeding sparrows laid low with a gun, using fine shot for the purpose. Chronic Constipation. Perhaps you have never thought of it, but this disorder is due to a lack of moisture in the residual matter of the food. If you will drink an abundance of water, eat raw fruits and take lots of outdoor exercise, you may be able eventually to overcome it entirely. In the meantime use the most mild and gentle laxatives. Strong and harsh cathartics take too much water out of the system and make a bad matter worse. Chamberlain's Tablets are easy and pleasant to take, and most agreeable in effect. Give them a trial. Mrs. E. J. MIXON Madame Walker's Hair Grower A Scientific and Sanitary treatment of the Scalp and Hair. MANIOURING AND FACIAL MASSAGE Phone Walnut 6976 Residence 840 W. 13th St. J. F. DEEMS Food Administrator for Iowa. MRS. FRANC Mrs. Francis E. Whitley of Webs committee for the United States FO president of the Iowa Federation of the work of signing up Iowa for the led all the rest. In Other Days. MRS. FRANCIS E. WHITLEY. Whitley of Webster City, Iowa, cha- nneated States Food Administration Federation of Women's Clubs. Ip Iowa for the food pledge last f THE NEW YORK TIMES Mary Ann Mrs. Francis E. Whitley of Webster City, Iowa, chairman of the Women's committee for the United States Food Administration for Iowa. Formerly president of the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs. She was in charge of the work of signing up Iowa for the food pledge last fall, in which this state led all the rest. Until a New Jersey man tried to corner the potato crop of his neighborhood the mosquito was considered the most undesirable predatory insect produced in that section of the country. Washington Star. You Needn't Have Don't let your beauty be spoiled plexion can be made as fair and soft Dr. Fred SKIN W SKIN WHITE Whiten dark or brown skin, remove all b AGENTS MAKE BIG MONEY! Miss writes: "I sold my package out the day I rec Palmer's Skin Whitener, Skin Whitener Soap Don'tHaveADar beauty be spoiled by a dark or ashy as fair and soft as velvet by applyin Dr. Fred Palmer's SKIN WHITENER AND SKIN WHITENER SOAR on skin, remove all blemishes and leave the BIG MONEY! Miss Mabel A. Jones, of out the day I received it, and am writi skin Whitener Soap and Skin Whitener Powd advanced it is 25c each. 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She was in charge of good pledge last fall, in which this state Mrs. Fashionplate—"Poor, dear Mrs. Upperton is to be buried today. Are you going to the funeral?" Mrs. Etta Quet—"I really can't you know. I have just discovered she owed me a call."—Los Angeles Times. Be ADark Skin by a dark or ashy skin. Your com- sure velvet by applying Palmer's WHITENER AND ENER SOAP mixtures and leave the skin soft and beautiful. Mabel A. Jones, of Crystal Springs, Miss. yelts and an unwilling for some more of Dr. and Skin Whitener Powder. Send me this at once. PHARMACY CO., Atlanta, Ga. (1) The Best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Bldg Historic Rose XXIV No. 51 A SOLDIER'S FAREWELL. By James J. Clayton, Corporal Co. L, 366th Inf. Former Student Tuskegee Institute. It's hard to leave you, little wife, It's mighty hard to say good-bye; I know it makes you sad and blue, For there is a tear drop in your eye. Perhaps some day I shall return, If God takes care of me, And what a grand reunion We'll have, just you and me. And I shall always think of you When I am way over there, But, little girl, before I go, I'll say a little prayer. Oh, God above, take care of her, Wherever she may be, Guide her and protect her, For she is all the world to me. Bless her and keep her from all harm, Don't let her go astray; Keep her in the straight and narrow path, For I'll come back to her some day. Bless her and keep her, oh, Lord, Till I return again. She is mine and I love her. This is my prayer. Amen. Oh, say, little girl, please don't ery,( I know it's hard to say good-bye, But tears can't hold me back, you know, My country calls and I must go. So good-bye till we meet again, And please now don't you cry, And always remember, I love you. God bless you, little wife. Good-bye. The report of the Federation published last week was not the one the Press Committee desired to be published, but one given to the editor by some unknown party as it was incomplete. The chairman of the Press Committee is having the right report published this week. The 17th Annual Session of the I. F. C. W. C. convened May 27-29 at the Union Congregational Church, corner Rock and Park Sts., with Mrs. Helen Downey president, and Mrs. Jessye E. McClain, first vice president. In accordance with the spirit of the times the meetings were opened with patriotic demonstrations. A beautiful service flag was presented by Mrs. J. B. Rush, honorary president, and accepted by Mrs. S. Joe Brown, honorary president and regimental mother of the 366th Infantry. The flag contained 123 stars, is made of red and white satin; the stars are blue and each one is embroidered and represents a Negro boy of Iowa now in active service. The flag was donated by Mr. Isade Jackson, the father of Mrs. Helen Downey, the state president. It was made by the I. B. W. Club of Ottumwa. On Tuesday evening the president delivered her annual address and on Wednesday evening Atty. Woodson of Buxton addressed the Federation. The various committee brought in excellent reports on Food Conservation, the Liberty Loan drives, Thrift Stamps and Red Cross activities. Mrs. Elnora Gresham of Cedar Rapids, third district chairman, was awarded the medal offered by the Federation to the district raising the largest amount of money during the year. Among the things accomplished was establishing a scholarship fund, available for worthy Negro boys and girls desiring to secure a college education. The newly elected officers were installed by Miss Jessie E. Walker of Marshalltown, honorary president. The 1919 meeting will be held in Marshalltown. CORRECTION. In last week's issue we published the 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. Roy E. Handy J. W. Bland Handy and Bland Funeral Director Golden Rule Sereices Golden Rule Prices Phone Office Wal. 2295 Residence Red 6440 600 Eight Street Des Moines, Iowa Boost Pay and read The Bystander name of Mrs. Mattie Warricks as head of the Department of Health of the State Federation, which was a mistake. The name of the head of that department was Mrs. Mable Robinson of Hocking, Iowa. NOTICE You are hereby notified that the Second Annual Convention of the Madam C. J. Walker Agents will meet in the city of Chicago, August 1st, 2nd and 3rd, inclusive, at which time the winners in Madam C. J. Walker's great prize contest will be announced and prizes awarded. Agents expecting to attend the convention are urged to write Mrs. Lucy Simms Bates, 4433 South State street, Chicago, Illinois, President of the Madam C. J. Walker Club of that city, for all information as to place of meeting, accommodations, etc. Clubs are expected to send one or more delegates to the convention. Sincerely, Madam C. J. Walker. WESTERN BAPTIST CONVENTION. The Western Baptist Convention will meet with the Calvary Baptist Church, Monmouth, Ill., Rev. C. Lindell, pastor, Monday evening, July 15th, closing Friday evening, July 19th. The people of Monmouth are preparing to give a royal welcome to the delegates. Matters of vital importance to the denomination will be under consideration. We hope the attendance will be good withstanding the advance in passenger fares. Those attending should come for the entire time. The Women's Auxiliary will meet each forenoon, the convention each afternoon. Conventions open jointly on Monday evening, the Women's Auxiliary will have Tuesday and Wednesday evening, and the convention Thursday and Friday. We hope for excellent contributions for Western College and for foreign missions. T. L. Griffith, D. D., President, Topeka, Kans. J. Goins, D. D., Cor. See., Kansas City, Mo. What promises to be one of the best programs ever rendered in the city will be given on Tuesday evening at the Corinthian Baptist Church, Fifteenth and Linden street, in the interest of the Des Moines Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The exercises, which will be free to everybody, will be in charge of a committee of white citizens, headed by A. J. Small, state law librarian. All the numbers on the program will be given by white persons who are members of the Des Moines Branch, or who are interested in the work the National Association is doing. Councilman E. A. Elliott will deliver an address. Among the others who will appear are Miss Ruth Russell, contralto; Edward C. Lytton, baritone; Ralph Mullen, tenor, and John Norsberg, pianist. The Mary B. Tolbert Club will meet Tuesday, June 18th, with Mrs. R. N. Hyde. All members are urged to be present. Business of importance. Dear Co-Workers: It has been nearly ten months since we left Des Moines, Iowa. As your president and as the time is swiftly gliding by and God has been so good to us all, after passing through a very severely cold winter safe and secure in the arms of Jesus, and with the beautiful incoming spring, new life awakes in my soul a yearning to do more this year than ever before to make our work go. I met the Kansas Board with our Board in Kansas City, laid plans for a great work, and the women of Kansas, with their loyal and loving president, Sister Emma Gaines, all in line with our plans, we are depending on Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Minnesota, Ohio, Washington, California, Oregon and Colorado to fall in line. My dear co-workers, much depends on you. We can do nothing alone. We received a letter from our field secretary, Sister Brown, and we hope great things from her. Our secretary, Mrs. I. B. Frazier, is doing her best to get in touch with each state. Please don't turn her notices down, but send in your portion. We ask your prayers once a day throughout the West for our work this year. I want to say that with the workers we have in Illinois, she will be on the map, so we beg you again to get ready and meet us in Monmouth, Ill., with your president, your prayers and your money. As Iowa has the state banner for raising the largest amount of money in 1917, we hope every vice-president of the states will try to carry out the honor of wearing the convention medal which will be awarded at our meeting in Monmouth, Ill., July 15, 1918. I am devotedly yours in the work for the Master. MRS. EVA C. HICKS. 4445 Langley Ave.. Chicago, Ill. ST. PAUL BUDGETARIAN. Don't think we are dead or 'asleep at the switch' because you have not heard from us. We are very much alive, keeping abreast with all things NOTICE. DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 1918. the head of the stake. Apart-Hock- Seecadam in the and win-great and con-Lucy pertaining to the war and otherwise. St. James A. M. E. Church just closed a very successful rally in which they raised almost $1,000, the amount asked for. The churches of the Twin Cities held a very successful union revival during the last two weeks of May. Nearly 200 conversions and accessions were the results. We had as evangelists Rev. Ellington of Nashville, Tenn., and Rev. Bray of Chicago, who were ably assisted by our local pastors. The Union Benevolent Association held their eighth annual services at Pilgrim Baptist Church Sunday evening. Rev. D. E. Beasely preached an excellent sermon. see Mrs. Payne Saturday. A fine program was rendered Sunday evening by the children of the A. M. E. Sunday School. L. Henry of Davenport brought a pretty bouquet of flowers over to Mrs. G. Payne Monday evening. The 23d of this month is St. John Day. The Masons here have extended invitations to Monmouth, Galesburg Kewance and all the surrounding little towns. G. Alnutt of Cedar Rapids is her visiting her sister, Mrs. F. Perkins. Mrs. Mary Pearson is having trouble with one of her eyes. The Colored Jazz Band will not be out to the Tower this week; will b The many friends of Rev. B. N. Murrel, formerly pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church, regretted very much to have to give him up. The Rev. was called by Uncle Sam to do Y. M. C. A. work and will soon be on his way to France. A reception was tended Mrs. B. N. Murrel Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Henry High, under the auspices of the Literary Aid Social Club. Mrs. Murrel leaves this week for her home in Peoria, Ill., until fall, when she will take a special course at Howard University. Mrs. Mary B. Talbert of Buffalo, N. Y., president of the N. A. Colored Women, arrived in our city last week and is a guest of her sister, Mrs. W. R. Hardy, 518 St. Anthony avenue. Sunday morning Mrs. Talbert addressed a large and appreciative audience at St. James A. M. E. Church, and Sunday evening at Memorial Baptist Church Monday afternoon she spoke to the ladies of the Literary and Social Club at the residence of Mrs. Caldwell. Tuesday afternoon she was a guest of the Adelphi Club at the home of Mrs. S. Williams. Wednesday evening she addressed the club ladies of Minneapolis at St. Peters Church. Thursday evening she spoke to a large gathering of ladies at the home of Mrs. Mattie Wade Hicks, 953 Rondo street. We were very glad to have Mrs. Talbert with us and will long remember her visit. She leaves here for Omaha and Buxton, Ia. Miss Cornelia Gordon has been indoressed the past week, but is better. Miss Alberta Bell, one of our most popular young ladies, left Monday evening for Louisville, Ky., where she will be married to Dr. J. S. King of Knoxville, Tenn., after which they will return to Knoxville, where the doctor is a practicing dentist. She carries with her the best wishes of a host of friends. The State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs will convene in their thirteenth annual session June 26-27, at Memorial Baptist Church, this city. Mrs. Jessie M. Williams of Duluth, will preside. Mr. and Mrs. Quitman Hicks have moved into their new home recently purchased at 953 Rondo street. The board of managers of the Crispus Attucks Orphanage and Old Folks Home held a meeting at the home Monday. They arranged to give a picnic and dinner July 4th on the Home grounds, which are very beautiful and adequate to the occasion. ALBIA NEWS. The little baby of Mr. and Mrs. Will Gordon has been very ill for the past two weeks. Mrs. Allie Bowman of Muscatine has been at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Zoe Hollingworth, since the illness of the Gordon baby. Miss Edith Harris returned Sunday evening from the District Sunday School Convention in Cedar Rapids and will leave Wednesday for the Missionary Convention with Mrs. Mary Harris in Des Moines Wednesday. Mrs. Hattie Bennings and Mrs. G. A. Davis entertained the Mite Missionary Society at the home of Mrs. Bennings on Thursday. Sunday evening was missionary program evening, conducted by Mrs. Mary Harris. Social by the Aid Society at the A. M. E. Church on Monday evening. Mrs. Henry Jones has been ill the Lame Back Believed. Lame Back Relieved. For a lame back apply Chamberlain's Liniment twice a day and massage the muscles of the back over the seat of pain thoroughly at each application. SCANDIA, IOWA. Service of Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday School began at 7:30 p. m. Excellent sermon delivered by Dr. G. E. Green. Text, 19th Ps. 1st verse. The day was spent in joy. Superintendent, T. J. Thompson; committee, Mrs. G. W. Montague and Mrs. C. Taylor. The Children's Day program of the Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday School was very interesting and each one did his part in a fine manner and deserves great credit. ROCK ISLAND NEWS. The high school banquet will be held at a later date. The supper at the Baptist Church Wednesday, June 5. was a success. see Mrs. Payne Saturday. A fine program was rendered Sunday evening by the children of the A. M. E. Sunday School. L. Henry of Davenport brought a pretty bouquet of flowers over to Mrs. G. Payne Monday evening. The 23d of this month is St. John Day. The Masons here have extended invitations to Monmouth, Galesburg, Kewance and all the surrounding little towns. G. Alnutt of Cedar Rapids is here visiting her sister, Mrs. F. Perkins. Mrs. Mary Pearson is having trouble with one of her eyes. The Colored Jazz Band will not be out to the Tower this week; will be here later on. T. Whitney spent Sunday afternoon at Mrs. G. Payne's home. Mrs.' O. Jackson is not feeling so well this week. B. Edmunds received a card from Cedar Rapids from Mildred Lamb of Muscatine. She was the Sunday School delegate to the convention that met in Cedar Rapids. HOCKING NEWS. Those who attended the I. F. C. W. C. from Hoeking were Mrs. Mable Robinson and daughter Albertha, and Mrs. Eva Roper. The Willing Workers Club gave a social at the home of Mrs. Thomas Lowrey Saturday. It was a success. Mrs. Emma March of Cedar Rapids has made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Mable Robinson. Mrs. Nellie Taylor has returned home from Des Moines, where she was called on account of the death of her mother, Mrs. Person. Mrs. Walter Burns is having great success canvassing "The Emerson Compound Extract Medicine." Mrs. Alice Robinson has returned home from Buxton, where she was attending her sick daughter, Mamie. Miss Alberta Robinson returned home from Des Moines Tuesday, where she was visiting with her aunt, Mrs. Clora Davis. Pussy Cat Indicted. American foresters present a very strong argument against our friend, the pussy cat, as being by far the most destructive of animals, wild or name, of the birds, and every forester considers the birds as the greatest friends of the trees. Without the destruction wrought by the birds on the insect enemies of the trees there would be after a generation no tree left for the insects would multiply fearfully and demolish every growing tree and plant. —Grit. Indian Raised Cotton and Tobacco. How to Teach a Dog. Kindness, firmness, and patience are necessary qualities in teaching a dog. Nothing can be done by cruelty, and if you lose your temper you will never teach him anything. It is very little use trying to teach an old dog. Begin when he is young and do not overtire him. Also do not overfeed him, for most of the lessons have to be taught by a system of small rewards in the shape of tit-bits of food. Sparrows Eaten in England. Sparrows are often eaten by English country persons. They are captured easily in fine mesh nets stretched over the ground and baited with grain, or in nets hung at night around their roosting places in ricks, hedges and ivy-clad walls. Also, the ground can be baited and a crowd of feeding sparrows laid low with a gun, using fine shot for the purpose. Chronic Constipation Perhaps you have never thought of it, but this disorder is due to a lack of moisture in the residual matter of the food. If you will drink an abundance of water, eat raw fruits and take lots of outdoor exercise, you may be able eventually to overcome it entirely. In the meantime use the most mild and gentle laxatives. Strong and harsh cathartics take too much water out of the system and make a bad matter worse. Chamberlain's Tablets are easy and pleasant to take, and most agreeable in effect. Give them a trial. J. F. DEEMS Food Administrator for Iowa. MR8. FRANC Mrs. Francis E. Whitley of Webs committee for the United States F president of the Iowa Federation of the work of signing up Iowa for the ted all the rest. MRS. FRANCIS E. WHITLEY. Whitley of Webster City, Iowa, cha- nneited States Food Administration a Federation of Women's Clubs. up Iowa for the food pledge last f THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN Mrs. Mrs. Francis E. Whitley of Webster City, Iowa, chairman of the Women's committee for the United States Food Administration for Iowa. Formerly president of the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs. She was in charge of the work of signing up Iowa for the food pledge last fall, in which this state led all the rest. Until a New Jersey man tried to corner the potato crop of his neighborhood the mosquito was considered the most undesirable predatory insect produced in that section of the country.—Washington Star. You Needn't Have Don't let your beauty be spoiled plexion can be made as fair and soft Dr. Fred SKIN W SKIN WHITE Whiten dark or brown skin, remove all all AGENTS MAKE BIG MONEY! Miss writes:—I sold my package out the day I rec Palmer's Skin Whitener, Skin Whitener Soap Don'tHaveADar beauty be spoiled by a dark or ashy be as fair and soft as velvet by applyin Dr. Fred Palmer's SKIN WHITENER AND SKIN WHITENER SOAR on skin, remove all blemishes and leave the BIG MONEY! Miss Mabel A. Jones, of use out the day I received it, and an writin Skin Whitener Soap and Skin Whitener Powd advances, it is 25c each. 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The Iowa State Bystander is the oldest Afro-American journal published in Iowa. It was established in 1894, and is read by nearly all the colored people of Iowa. We have correspondents in the following towns: Albia Miss May Davits Washington N. L. Black Monmouth, Ill. Mrs. Bernice Matlock Clinton A. A. Bush Mason, Mo Leary Harris St. Paul, Minn. Mrs. Hattie Hicks Rock Island Ill. Miss Berna Edmunds Davenport Mrs. D. J. Johnson Oakaukee Mrs. Cora Carey Centerville Mrs. A. L. Crittenden Umaha, Neb. Mrs. Murel Brown Ottumwa Mrs. W. H. Thompson Moberly, Mo. Miss Lee Etta Owens Galesburg, Ill. Miss B. Anderson Quincy, Ill. Mrs. Mattie Lillye Buxton, Iowa Miss Gladys Mardis Knoxville, Iowa Mrs. H. Bryson Clintri Bluffs Miss Agnes Fountain Keokuk, Iowa. Mrs. George Caldwell 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 issues all societies, all religious events. 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 BRILLIANT WEDDING. EDITORIALS BRILLIANT WEDDING. Miss Lillian E. Colston Weds Leslie J. Stewart. The beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Courtney, 1011 Crocker St., was the scene of an interesting wedding Thursday evening when their daughter, Lillian E. Colston, was given in marriage to Leslie J. Stewart. Preceding the ceremony, Mr. Fred H. Gresham of Cedar Rapids sang "O Promise Me," accompanied by Miss Mildred Griffin, and at the conclusion sang "A Perfect Day," request of the bride. The bridal party to under an arch of smal Della Bryant played the from Mendelssohn. S o'clock the bride and g to descend the stairway orated with palms, bridesmaid, Miss Hazel peka, Kansas, sister of wore white embroidery silk and carried a bouquet tied with gold tulle. panied by the groomess Colston, who wore con Next appeared the m Mrs. Leona Mosby of F She wore white grimmed with white丝 white roses tied with w same the mother of the in white, wearing a con sweet peas. Following dressed in white georgeatin elippers with bead with a wreath of one invaliello set with a diag of the cream, and ear bonnet of white roses Mr. John Colston serve and wore conventional groom was also attired black, wearing a white The bridal party took their place under an arch of smilax, while Mrs. Della Bryant played the wedding march from Mendelssohn. Sharply at eight o'clock the bride and groom were ready to descend the stairway, which was decorated with palms, attended by her bridesmaid, Miss Hazel Stewart, of Topeka, Kansas, sister of the groom, who wore white embroidery net over white silk and carried a bouquet of pink roses, tied with gold tulle. She was accompanied by the groomman, Mr. Surgeon Colston, who wore conventional black. Next appeared the matron of honor, Mrs. Leona Mosby of Kansas City, Mo. She wore white goorgette crepe trimmed with white satin, and carried white roses tied with white tulle. Then came the mother of the bride, dressed in white, wearing a corsage bouquet of sweet peas. Following same the bride dressed in white goorgette crepe, white satin slippers with beads, her veil tulle with a wreath of orchids, wearing a lavaliere set with a diamond, the gift of the groom, and carrying a shawl, embroidered of white roses and orchids. Mr. John Colston served as best man and wore conventional black and the groom was also attired in conventional black, wearing a white garment in In front of the procession, and perhaps the attraction of the evening, was the little flower girl, Katherine Glass, dressed in white, carrying in her hand the Easter lily and a bouquet of white carnations to strew along the path of the bride. The ring ceremony was used and promptly at 8:10 the ceremony was performed by Hev. S. Bates of Maple Street Baptist Church, who has been acquainted with the bride for a number of years. After the ceremony the guests passed to the dining room, which was beautifully decorated with the National colors. A dainty luncheon was served to all the guests present, which numbered about 100. Mrs. Nora Gresham of Cedar Bapids had charge of the dining hall, assisted by Mrs. Harvey Brown. The bride was the recipient of many useful and beautiful presents. Any of the friends who wish to inspect the gifts will have the opportunity if they will call at the home of the bride within the next week. Mrs. Arthur J. Booker, Mrs. Mary Coalson and Mr. Spurgeon Colston were on the receiving committee. The Bystander has known the bride from girlhood up. She is a fine girl. The groom comes highly recommended from Topeka, Kan. He is a teacher in the George B. Smith College at Sedalia, Mo. We wish for them a happy and successful married life. At the residence of Mrs. J. B. Bush, 1542 20th st. Messrs. C. B. Lewis, Harvey Brown and Mrs. Rush gave a linen shower Tuesday p. m. from 2 to 6 in honor of Lillian Colston. Light refreshments were served in the dining room, which was decorated with the National colors. The bride received many beautiful pieces of linen. On Sunday evening, June 2, an auto party was given by Mr. E. Bowner, S. Colston, C. Higgins, in honor of Lillian E. Colston. The out of town guests were the Misses Alice and Hazel Stewart, sisters of the groom, and Mr. Thom, as Booker of El Paso, Texas. Mrs. Clara Wynn gave an auto party Monday eve in honor of Lillian Colston. The out of town guests were the Misses Stewart of Topeka, Kan., and Mr. Thomas Booker of El Paso, Texas, the father of Dr. Arthur J. Booker. Mrs. Harry Shaw entertained at a three course dinner last Thursday in honor of Misses Hazel and Alice Stewart of Topeka, Kan., Mr. Thomas Booker of El Paso, Texas, and Mrs. Robt. B. Hayes, wife of the president of Geo. R. Smith College. A most enjoyable time was had and all regretted leaving the home of Mrs. Shaw. It was one of the most unique affairs that was given for the visiting guests. At the home of Mrs. J. P. Hamilton, on Walker street, the bride and groom were entertained at a four course luncheon. There were a number of guests present, and Prof. and Mrs. Stewart enjoyed the evening as well as the other guests who were present. Those giving the luncheon were Messrs. Harvey Brown, J. B. Rush, C. B. Lewis and J. P. Hamilton. Prof. and Mrs. L. J. Stewart wish to thank all the friends for their kindness to them. Prof. Stewart feels very grateful to the people of Des Moines and he is so deeply impressed with them that it is rather hard for him to decide to leave the city. On last Sunday evening Editor John L. Thompson, accompanied by his wife, gave an auto party in honor of Prof. L. J. Stewart and his wife. They toured the city. After a joyful ride the bride and groom returned to the home of John L. Thompson, where they were surprisingly served with light refreshments. DES MOINES BOY MAKING GOOD. We are pleased to announce that another one of our Des Mohes boys who has joined the colors, in the person of Chas. S. Stewart, Jr., the only son of Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Stewart, on McCormick St. He was at Camp Funston and taking engineer and automobile training and passed one of the highest. He was promoted to sergeant of ordnance, foreman and chief mechanic of repair shop truck No. 1 of M. O. R. S., 317th. He is now en route to France. DES MOINES HOTEL. The Des Moines Hotel, located at 121 W. 4th St., is now being operated by new managers, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Taylor, one of our highly respected citizens. They also have opened a fine cafe in the basement and guarantee first class service, first class meals, first class rooms, all new beds, at a reasonable price by day or by the week. Give them a call, No. 121 W. 4th St., or one half block north of Rock Island Railway and one block east of the Union depot. I am handing you the enclosed letter in the hope that its publication will assist some worthy young Negro in securing a location where he may be of service to God and to his race. Respectfully, S. JOE BROWN, Formerly Teacher in Bishop College. Marshall, Texas, May 25, 1918. Mr. S. J. Brown, 503 Mulberry St., Des Moines, Iowa. My dear Mr. Brown: We have a vacancy at Bishop College for a young colored man, single, who has a degree from a northern college and who is qualified to teach college classes in science, biology, general chemistry, physics and mathematics. We want a Christian man, a Baptist preferred, whose influence will be wholesome and unilateral. He must be free from the influence habit in all THE BYSTANDER In addition to teaching he would have a room in the young men's dormitory and assist in keeping order at night. He should have tact and common sense in dealing with young people. Scholarship is essential, but the other qualities are quite as essential. I thought you might know of some recent graduate that would fill the specifications. If so ask them to send full qualified statement of preparation* and references. Very truly, NEW MAGAZINE PUBLISHED "The Vindicator Magazine," a new magazine published monthly by the Vindicator Pub. Co., composed of Shedrick S. Stephens, Earl Baker, Ernest L. Dimetry and Arthur D. Williams, four very bright and intelligent young men, graduates of Tuskegee Inst., is a first class, up to date magazine, and these young men deserve great credit for such a piece of neat work as this is. The Bystander extends congratulations and wishes for them success. INSURANCE DEPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the OLD COLONY INSURANCE COMPANY, Located at Boston, in the State of Massachusetts. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance. THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAKEA, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... $ 600,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 1,483,800.74 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 1,141,343.80 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 2,309,550.28 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31. 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be..... 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the 1217, to be generate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 1,927,289.55 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. INSURANCE DEPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLI- CATION of the PROVIDENT WASHINGTON FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. INSURANCE COMPANY, Located at Providence, in the State of Rhode Island. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31. amount of said for 31, ..... $1,000,000.00 income or the ..... 5,725,463.48 expendi- pany to be. 4,982,092.36 amount said for 31, ..... 6,811,890.50 amount said give the safe- stand- for 31, ..... 1917, to be ..... 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be. 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be. 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 4,034,836.91 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. Stomach Troubles. If you have trouble with your stomach you should try Chamberlain's Tablets. 50 many have been restored to health by the use of these tablets and tablets in no little 5% cover that BY CLARENCE L. SPEED Secretary of the War Committee of the Union League Club of Chicago. One of the deep, underlying reasons —not just a diplomatic pretext—why we are at war with Germany is that for a generation Germany has been making war on us. Germany has made this war not openly, bravely or humanely, but secretly, treacherously and persistently. She has sought to create race discord, to corrupt and de- lie politicians and officeholders, and to create separate German communities within our borders. She has po- soned the minds of children in our schools in an endeavor to make Germans of them instead of have them grow up into loyal American citizens. She has invaded the sacredness of the pulpit itself in an endeavor to corrupt our people through the very leaders of morality to whom they are accu- stomed to look for guidance. These may be startling assertions, but they are all true, as you shall see from the documents of the Germans themselves. We all knew that it was a German fleet which stripped for action when Dewey sailed into Manila bay. We all knew it was the Germans who sought to bring about a European alliance against us when we were engaged in the war with Spain. Few of us relazed, however, that all these years Germany has been busy within our own borders, through editors, teachers and preachers, seeking to break down our national unity, so that when the time came it would be easy to defeat the United States in open warfare, to set naught our cherished Monroe doctrine, and to seize, in the Western hemisphere, anything that the land grabbing rulers of the German empire might desire. The climax of Germany's underhanded war on the United States came in 1913, more than a year before the outbreak of hostilities in Europe. This was the enactment of what is known as the Delbruck law, which provides that if an emigrant from Germany who is about to be naturalized makes application to a German consul, he may retain his German citizenship even after he has become a citizen of his adopted country. In plain words, this law, and the application of it, mean just this: A German goes into court in this country and solemnly foreswears allegiance to the kaiser and pledges his word—the temptation was to say, "of honor"—that he will become a loyal citizen of the United States. Then he slips around to the German consul and says: "You know I didn't mean that, at all. Those Americans are easy marks, and they fell for that stuff right off. But you just put me down on your list as a good, loyal German, and if the dime ever comes when I can prove it, you can count on me." So the German consul puts his name sown in the little card index of which the Germans are so fond, and this man—this creature who swears allegiance to the country which gives him an opportunity to make a real living and to become somebody in this world, and at the same time swears secretly to be true to Germany—is turned loose to work his will, while Americans go carelessly about their business and refuse to see the danger in the arrangement. Long before the passage of the Delbruck law, there was formed the Verein fur das Deutschtum im Ausland—the Union for Germanism in Foreign Lands. This organization, officially fostered in Germany, issued a quarterly magazine, which, in its very first issue, outlined its aims as follows: "The purpose of this union is the preservation and promotion of the Germanism of over 30,000,000 people of German blood dwelling outside the German empire." All it aims to do, you see, is to keep Germans who come to this country from becoming Americans. Away back in 1800 the Alldeutscher Verband, or the Pan-German league, was formed. It now consists of 268 chapters of which two now are—or at least were immediately before the war—in the United States, one in New York and one in San Francisco. To quote from the Alldeutsche Blatter, its official publication, "the Pan-German league is founded for promoting German National interests, both in Germany and in foreign lands." A few thinking Americans knew all the time what was coming—what must come. But America, as a whole, went along in that carelessness and indifference with which it treats all things unpleasant, and allowed this German war on our most sacred institutions to continue unchecked. So Germany stands today₁ with one foot on prostrate Belgium and the other on the neck of poor deluded Russia; with a bayonet planted in the heart of Serbia, and the point of its sword at the throat of Roumania, while it looks out over the vassal States of Bulgaria and Turkey to India and the Orient. 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There were primitive ditch which distributed the water. Children's Bedtime. Interesting statistics showing the time at which the children of Beverly Mass, between the ages of eight and twelve, go to bed, disclose that 13 to bed between five and six o'clock 5.240 between eight and nine; 156 between 11 and 12, and 45 between 1 and 1. It is to be hoped that there are no Beverly children who are not in their nighties, safely tucked up, to one o'clock—Boston Globe. Teaching Child to Read. A child is best taught to read in the natural method, by means of object. His words or short sentences counting the same words repeated in different connection, are written on the blackboard, and he quickly learns to recognize these and to read at six first words in script, then in type. When he is made to copy the blackboard words at each lesson, he learns to read and write both at the same time. 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. ‘Wanted—First class barber, Guar antee $14.00 per week. For Rent—12 rooms suitable for room. ing housé, 10th and Center. For Sale—Six room house on pay- ments. Lou Shélton, 509 Mulberry. CORINTHIAN BAPTIST. CHURCH NOTES. On account of the interior improve. ments in the church we were unable to worship there. The services were held in the auditorium of the West High school. ‘The services will be held at the West High school next Sunday. On the fourth Sunday we will be back in the church. We are going back to an almost new church, remodeled in and out. Every member and friend is asked on that day on which we return to give the worth of one-half day’s work. ‘Will you give yours? | Large crowds were at both services Sunday. One addition collection, $141.80. ss Rev, G. W. Robinson, Mr. F. J. Harris ‘Mrs. F. J. Harris, Mrs. H. R. Graves, ‘Miss Willa James, Miss Mary White are attending the Iowa Baptist Sunday Scliool and B. ¥. P. U. convention this week. ‘he pastor will be back for serv- ices tomorrow. Br. PAULA.ME. ee nee ee peeeene BE the mokning services. Pastor Birt used as his theme, “The Inquiring Greck.’? ‘The manifestation of the Holy Spirit was evident. ‘At the evening service Mr. MeBetle of the Anti-Saloon League spoke on the work of the league and national prohi- bition: It was ‘a clear cut argument and was a source of information to the temperance believer. The . Christian Church has stood for temperance from its ineipiency. ‘The A.M. E. Church at its Centennial General Conference (1916) in Philadelphia, Pa., created a temperance department. All the official organs of the church publish temper- ance news and are helping in the dis- semination of knowledge along this Tine. Children’s Day program waa greats: enjoyed at the 8. 8. hour. The Hctle girls looked especially pretty in their lacey frocks. All connectional day re- ‘eeive due consideration in this cbureli. The next to be observed is ‘Endow- ment Day,’? in September. Let the boys of the Sunday Schoo} get busy. ‘The box social was all that if was advertised to be. The Missionary La- dies realized #8.35. The musicale Tuesday evening wes enjoyed by an appreciative andienee. ‘Miss Frances Galloway, Chicago Con- servatory, was the star performer. .She was assisted by a reader from Drake and a quartette from our own church choir. Miss Ethel Bomar is to be con- gratulated on this high class program, and also licr untiring efforts to pre- sent the best to the public. A number ‘of Des Moines’ young music students were noticed in the audience—Mildred Griffin, Enola Thompson and others. This is the day of big things, the day of supreme cfforts along all lines. ‘Men are learning more than ever the meaning of sacrifice. The U. 8. govern- ment has conducted the third Liberty Loan drive, which called for sacrifice. St, Paul A.M. E, Chureh is following along similar lines, and is now entering ‘on its third drive for finances. At the rally held May 26, $1,348 was realized. ‘Phe interdenominational rally in April, $425. : Some of the captains fell far below the quota asked for—$100. Two men over the top. The four captains rais: ing the largest amounts ai the May rally have been selected to marshal the church—Miss Bomar, J. L. Edwards, Mrs. Gus Nichols and Mrs. Izora Mack: ey. All members are asked to get in Tine and work. We will enter our new Zion the third Sunday in July. At that time we must’ lay on the altar $2,000. Bishop L. J. Coppin of the Fifth Epis- copal District is expected. All Joyal and progressive African ‘Methodists thronghout the state of, Towa; and ministers of the Chieago An- nual Conferenee are cordially invited ta be present on that day. Remember the ‘‘Big Four Rally,’? and the date—July 21. Rey. Birt left Thursday morning for Wilberforce, Ohio, and will be present at the annual Trustee Board meeting | and: attend: the 55th annual commence- ment exercises, He will visit the old Ross homestead, Bowersville, Ohio, and other points east. He will be gone a little over ten days. -. The Steward Board of the church, at the request of Mrs. Adam Dixon, con- ducted a rally Sunday for the benefit ‘of the pastor’s trip—865 was realized. Stewards Gould and Woods engineered ‘the rally. Many thanks. ‘The delegates to the district meeting ‘at Cedar Rapids returned home very E. A. London’s SEPERATE FROM POOL HALL Complying strickly with City and Camp Dodge Health Regulations. ' 229 West Third Street Phone Wat. 2318 R. Hobson W. L. Berry LONDON’S POGL HALL Choice Line of Cigg}s, Candy * (and: Soft Dri fis. SS WOSMITHAProp, Mauch elated over the success of the oenvention and the hospitality extend: ed them, Many thanks to Pastor Sims ‘and his good members. Mrs. J. L, Edwards was. re-elected district superintendent of Sunday Schools; Mra. Andrew Morris, district superintendent A. ©. E. League; Mrs. lzora Mockey, district superintendent Mite Missionary Society. All of these ladies reside in the city of Des Moines and are especially fitted for their work, strong in faith and doctrine and well informed in thelr line of work. Great things are expected in the district. Success to the broad minded and lib- eral hearted P. E. ‘The Chicago Conference Branch of the Worhen’s Mite Missionary Society of the A.M. E. Church will meet in St. Paul Church June 26-28. A most inter- esting group of women from over’ the Chicago Conference will be in attend- ance, Mrs, H. E, Stewart, Evanston, UL, Pres.; Mrs. Minola Asbury-Bell, Burlington, Ta, See. ‘This organization works for the Christianizing of the home field, and the evangelization of Africa. ‘They support missionaries and contribute to the denominational schools in Africa. Mrs. Nora Taylor of Chicago, who has traveled both at home and in the for- eign field, will be present. All societies in the Des Moines dis- trict who will be represgnted, please send in name and number of delegates to the chairman of the Home Finding Committee, Mrs. Adam “Dixon, 1056 Enos Ave, P. E. Farribee will preach Sunday morning and evening. Come and hear the P. EB, The members are urged to subscribe and read the Bystander. Look out for the Bystander collector. Atty. Geo. H. Woodson of Buxton was in ont city on business this week. Atty J.B: Rush will leave Saturday for Texas to visit in several cities for two weeks. / Rey. J, Burley of Ft. Dodge, Towa, is in the city and paid the Bystander a very pleasant call. Miss Cleo McCanse returned to her home Sunday morning after spending 14 months in this city. Mrs, Anna Allen of St, Paul, Minn., is visiting Mra, Bert Lollis, 2266 E. University Ave, _. Mrs. Effie Watkins, who has been sit- ting up, convalescing, has had to return to her bed. Mr. Lee and’ wife, Mrs. Marguerite Fields-Lee, are in the city visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Ficlds, 760 W. 11th St. Rev. 8. L. Birt, pastor of St. Paul A. AM. E. Church, left Thursday for a visit to Niagara Falls and Wilberforce, where he will attend the graduating ex- ereises at Wilberforce University. Mrs. B. L, Gibson of Birmingham, ‘Ala, is in dur city, visiting with her sister, Mrs, A. J. Thompson, of Ora- Aabor. z Word has been received of the mar- riage of Miss Lula Vaugh, a former Des Moines girl, in Boston. She was mar- ried to Mr. Mitchell of that city. ‘The candidates i the officers rtaining ‘school at Camp Dodge were entertained at the Army, Club last Saturday night with dancing. ‘The Mason Improvement Club of Maple Street Baptist Chureh will have a tag day June 22. Everybody is in- vited to take an artive part. Pledse help. ‘Don’t be a slacker.’? Miss Mary Ellen MeCree, who hag been studying in the Musical’ Conserva- tory of Drake University, left for her home in St. Louis, Mo, last Sunday morning. “ Mrs, Edith Comley-Strawthers, who ‘has been sick at Methodist hospital, is ‘steadily improving and if she con- tinues friends will be allowed to visit her about Sunday. When in our city stop at the Des Moines Hotel, 121 W. 4th St., for good rooms, first class meals. Everything new, clean and neat. Don’t forget the place, 121 4th St, or phone Walnut 3618. | Miss Carrie Watson, who has been ‘teaching school at Mound Bayou, Miss. arrived in our city Monday. She was ‘aecompanied by Miss Marr, also a teacher at Mound Bayou. They are taking the summer teachers? course at Drake University. Mr. T. S. Boone of Fort Worth, Texas, was the only colored graduate from the Des Moines College, this city, receiving the degreeof A.B. on May 29th. Mr. Boone is the third colored graduate from this school. Miss Etta Florence Hanger, daughter of Mr. L. Hanger, arrived in our city from Tronington, Ohio, to make her home with her parents, Miss Hanger is a graduate of the Stanton Institute, Stanton, Va. eS The Eliza Peterson W. 0. T. U. will meet ‘Thureday, June 20th, with Mrs. ‘Anna Allen, 1215 Park St. All mem- pers are urged to be present. Business of importance. By order of President, Mrs! Ania Allon. Bernice McDowell President. gpd ae ‘Mr. Lucian Brows, formerly of this ity, but now in the undertaking busi {jn Davenport, Tows, and Mr. Ern- aes, Dimetry, editor of the very fine THE BYSTANDER DE —— magazine, <The Vindicator,”” which ial published at Davenport, Iowa, in the in- terest of our people, stopped over in the WITH city on their way as delegates to the Towa Baptist Sunday Schoo! convention CHU which convened this week in Sioux City, | Iowa, They paid the Bystander offce|maprR g acall. 5 g NOTICE. Rev. § Madam M. Brooks wishes to announce) 11:00 a. x that after July 15, 1918, her course in} 1 p. m— scientific hair growing will be $25.00, 6 p. m— instead of her former price, $15.00, All| 7:30—Pre who desire taking her course before| Prayer m July 15th are urged to begin at once. ‘Cornit Write her at 1623 Searle St, Des Fifte Moines, Iowa. Phone Mayle 1805. G.¥ ee lla. me The Mary Church Terrill Club met|° 1p, m— Monday evening with Mrs. Pearl] 6:30 p. m ‘Thompson. A splendid report of the] g p,m State Federation which met in this city | preaching. was given by the delegate, Miss Ger- a trude Hyde. Miss Adah Hyde, one of] Gnion ¢ our honorary members, who has been Te teaching school in the East, was pres-| Rey H. ] ent and made brief remarks. After re-| 37 g. m,- freshments the club adjourned to mect |, 19:15 p. next Mouday with Mrsc Nelle Matar. | ceca ‘The B, Y. W. ¥. K. Art Club met at the home of Mrs. Naoma Douggles on Fremont St. and had election of officers. ‘Those clécted were: President, Mrs. Bertie Wells; vice president, Mrs, Scott; secretary, Mrs. Della Bryant; corre- sponding secretary, Mrs. Dudley; treas- urér, Mrs. ‘oliver; chaplaip, Mrs. Douggles; sergeant at arms, Mrs. 8. Bates; parliamentarian, Mrs. Wilker- son; reporter, Mrs. Shackelford. Next meeting will’ be entertained by Mrs Shackelford and Mrs. Toliver at Union Park in two weeks. fh ares Miss Aurora Brooks, soprano, pupil of Mrs. Lawrence DeGraff, will give a song recital, assisted by Miss Mildred Griffin, pianist, on Thursday evening, June 20th, at the St. Paul Church, / The ushers will be the members of the Step Lively! Girls Club, ‘The small amount of 15e will be charged at the door. All musie lovers are invited. Miss Brooks’ accompanist will be her instructor, Mrs, DeGraft. : NORTH STAR MASONIC LODGE ELECTS OFFICERS. The following officers were elected in North Star Lodge No. 2 (Mason): W. M,, ©. B, Wooils; 8. W., 8. W. Rhodes; J. 'W, ©. Carl; Treasurer, Fred Gra ham; Secretary, H. B. Jacobs. 'U. B. F. LODGE ELEOTS OFFICERS, ‘The Wilson Lodge of U. B. F. of this city held their annual election last Monday and resulted as follows: W. M., Chas, H. Wilson; D. W. M., F, H. Harris; B. Support, W. Cromley; L. Support, E. K. Knox; Treasurer, P. H. Goggins; Seeretary, J. W. Franklin. The delegates clected to attend the Grand Lodge in Moberly, Mo., are Chas. H. Wilson, John L, Thompson and J. W. Franklin, The ladies of 8. M. T. also elected their officers for the ensuing year, as follows: W. Princess, Mrs. C. B. Woods; W. Vice Princess, Mrs. Maud Taylor; Secretary, Mrs. Kata Wilson; Asst. See., Myrtle Hieronymus. ‘There ‘will be held a joint installa- tion next Saturday, June 15. ARMY DEPARTMENT Y.M.C. A. On May 30th the Y. M. ©. A. Bible Class had their first hike, leaving the Army ¥. M. C. A. at 6:30 a. m, reach- ing their destination about 9:30 and proceeded to bait their hooks. As a re- sult they hauled ,out one very small erawdad. When this exeitement had died down.the boys discovered that they had not eaten any breakfast. The chef made a fire and wrapped the exes in paper and put them in the sand, Each member of the party made himself a wooden fork on which to fry his bacon, Eggs done and bacon fried, the race began. ‘Strange to say, the smallest ‘man won the race. Guess who he was. Good times, boys, let’s go again. Sunday afternoon, June 9th, 1918, at the Army Y. M. C. A., Rev. G. W. Rob- inson spoke to the men on his trip to the South. ‘The men present had a great treat. He made special mention of his visit to the different cantonments, and the spirit and condition of the men in cath eantonment. After this address the men were given a treat—a mandolin solo, ‘‘Nearer My God to Thee,’? with variations, by Mr. Frith. ‘The young men hope to have their tomnis ground ready by the 9th. Sunday, June 16th, Rev. Woodfort of the Asbury A. M. E. Chureh, will. speak to the men. Mr. J. 8. Coleman will fur- nish musie for the oceasion, All men are invited. Rev. Perry’s church turned $2.50. Total, $94.89. Dr. Craig Morris, first liteutenant D. R. C., and his brother, Wilber Morris, of Omaha, Neb.. were visitors at Camp Dedge Saturday, where their brother, Elmer Morris, is a candidate in the 4th 0. T. @, Dr. Morris was en route home from the east and expects to be called to active duty in’the near future. Look for and pay for your paper now when we call. Frank F. Fowler EMBALMER AND FUNERAL ‘DinECTOR” __. Successor 10 JONES & SAMUELS Phone Maple 2548 117 East Walnut Street. Des loines, : lowa WNOTICE. | WITH OUR CHURCHES CHURCH DIRECTORY. ‘MAPLE ST. BAPTIST CHURCH. East Maple Street. Rev. Samuel Bates, pastor. 11:00 a, m.—Preaching. é 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6 p. m—B. Y. P. U. 7:30—Preaching. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Cornithian Baptist Church Fifteenth and Linden Sts. G. W. Robinson, Pastor. 11 a. m>~Preaching. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m—B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m—Evening worship and preaching. Union Congregational Church. Tenth and Park Sts. Rev. H. 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. on prayer meeting Wednes- 7 Everybody invited at all of these services. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church Becond and Center Rev. 8. L. Birt, D. D., Pastor. 10:45 a, m—Preaching. 12:80 p. m.—Class meeting. 1p. m—Sunday school. 6.30 p. m—Christian Endeavor. 8:00 p. m—Eivening worship. Union Baptist Church Sixteenth and McCormick. Rev. J. H. Reynolds, Supply Pastor. 9:80 a. m.—Sunday school. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 6p. m—B. ¥. P. U. 8 p. m.—Preaching, First A. M. E. Zion Church. Rev. E. S. Hardge, Pastor. 6118. E. Fourth St. 11:80 a, m—Preaching. 1:00 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—V. C. E. Society. 8 p m—Preaching. ASBURY M. 5. unUacH. Worshiping temporarily in Masonic hall 11th and Center Sts. Rev. F. D, Woodford, Pastor. Residence 844 13th St. 10:00 a. m.—Sunday School. 11:00 a. m.—Preaching. = 12:00 m.—Class meeting, g 6:30 p. m—Epworth League. 7:30 p. m—Preaching. Bethel A. M. E. Church Sixteenth and Filmore Stu Sixteenth sud Slimore Ot 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. 7:80 p. m.—Evening worship. Sore Nipples. Any mother who has had experience with this distressing ailment will be pleased to know that they may be re- lieved by applying Chamberlain's Salve as soon as the child is done nurs- ing. Wipe it off_with a soft cloth be- fore allowing the babe to nurse. Many trained nurses use this salves with best yeaults. mS All cards of thanks or resolutions of condolence sent to be published in the Bystander must be accompanied by fifty cents to pay for sctting and print- ing of samo. 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. Sponges In Australasian Seas, | Sponges are known to be very abundant in’ the Australasian seas, especially is this the case with the horny or-highest form of sponges. * LEER Lo» Q For f hee Switches, Bangs | toe Wigs and i alma). WANSTORMATIONS BY covonen reopurs' Hain ‘High Grade Only — F. W. Franz em Room 206 Flynn Bids. Corocr Th ad Locest Sts, STYLE. BOCK --- HAIR --- To Golored Women| ‘We are the larrest manufacturers of Golored Women’s Tae, Our iatert, ‘book: showisw new styles im ait dreming seat free. e = gaan’ ghowid have ‘ne, Wo sell trou ‘Sine our hat and follet articles. 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A survey of the state has been made and the county agent can give informa- tlgn regarding the location of the near- est mill and as to seed supply. ‘The sorghum industry was at one tlme an important one in this state, but with the advent of corn sirup at a low price, the production of sorghum strup waned ‘decidedly. . ‘he sugar in eorghum {s principally cane sugar while the sugar in corn sirup 1s glucose. i It 1s well-known that cane sugar Is much superior to glucose In sweeten- ing qualities. According to Hoover the comparative sweetness of cor sirup and sorghum at the same density is in the ratio of approximately 7 to 10 In favor of sorghum. A yleld of from 100 to 150 gallons per acre.ts not uncommon, and at present prices sorghum 1s a profitable as well as a much-needed crop in Iowa, ‘A clay loam or sandy loam produces excellent quality of sirup and of a lighter color. On heavy bottom lands Uncle. Sam needs our men. . 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Magic Hair ff Grower grows hair on bald places of the head. If you wee [f these preparations once. you will never be without them. i At Magic Hair Grower and Scraightening Oil are manufactured |f , by Mesdames South and Johnson. We also do scalp treating. fj S reo Magic Hair Grower, 50c. Straightenixg Oil, 350. as All orders promptly filled; sced 10c for postage. Money musteacormpany all ucders. se Agents wanted—Write for particulars Lae MAES! Wecar in the latest inchio Sa Re) Nesezcmateg eben: bee H] We make switches, puffa, tinnsforma- ‘Ss {| ton curls, coronet braids, and combings Yl jj] made to orcer, pee ee te | Soa ae : ‘ei ] 2416 Blondo St, Omaha, Nob. es = Phces, Webster 808 the ylelds are excellent, but the sirup is not of the best quality. Like the bean, sorghum Is distinctly n hot-weather crop, and should not be ‘Dlanted until the soll becomes thor oughly warmed, ‘The last halt of May Is a good time for planting for sirup ‘tn Towa, : Planting. Plant one inch deep and four inches apart in a firm garden fine seed bed. ‘On thinner sols give a six-to-clght. Inch spacing. ‘The rows are the same ‘width ns for corn. A hand drill or « corn planter with special putes may, be used. In case of a large acreage {t 18 well to spread the planting over @ period of two to three weeks In or der to allow more time for harvest. Ing. 3 ‘Two pounds of seed per acre Is am ple. Avoid’ seed mixed with non saccharine varieties. The State Agri~ cultural college 1s getting a carlond of seed. It costs 25 to 50 cents a ponnd, only. Cultivation, ‘The plant is rather slow in etarte ing. ‘The cheapest way to fight the weeds is by killing them before plant~ ing. Get thé ground ready ahead of time and allow the weed seeds to germinate, Then harrow just before planting, Do not allow the weeds to smother the young plants, Usually one hand weeding and: thinning are required. Cultivate as for any gar den crop. 76 SIMON SIMPLE'S FIRST LESSONS IN CLOWNISN NOW BOYS! YOU'RE ON FOR A GYROSCOPE RIDE! I AM GLAD IT VAS NOT A TRICK DONKEY RIDE YES? WHY! THERE'S NO GYROSCOPE ABOUT THIS! HAW! HAW! GET A MOSS! IT'S JUST A PLAIN BICYCLE! NOW WITH THE SIMPLE TWIST OF THE WRIST! VAT IST? AND THE TWIRL OF THE WHIP AND — THERE, YOU HAVE THE HUMAN GYROSCOPE! OUCH! OH! TAKE IT OFF! WELL! THERE'S NO FLIES ON THAT ACT — WE'LL TRY IT AGAIN! OH PLEASE STOP DER GYROSCOPE SO DOT I CAN GET OFF! NOT IF I CAN HELP IT YOU WON'T! In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, July Term, A. D. 1918. John H. Hecking, plaintiff To Mrs. De Lennie Haakins: You are hereby notified that on or before the 20th day of April, A. D. 1918, the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause will be filed in the office of the clerk of the district court of the state of Iowa, in and for Polk county, Iowa, claiming of you an absolute divorce from the bonds of matrimony now existing between you on the ground of desertion. For further information see petition on file in the office of the clerk of district court of the state of Iowa in and for Polk county, Iowa. And unless you appear thereto and of said court, which will commence at Des Moines on the 1st day of July, 1918, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. Dated this 4th day of April, 1918. John L. Thompson, Attorney for Plaintiff. ORIGINAL NOTICE. In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, July Term, A. D. 1918. Maud, Knight. Plaintiff. You are hereby notified that on or before the 15th day of June, A. D. 1918, the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause will be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, Iowa, claiming of you an absolute divorce from the bonds of matrimony. For further particulars see petition, and unless you appear thereto and defend before noon of the second day of the next term, being the July term of said Court, which will commence at Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, on the 1st day of July, 1918, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. Dated this 6th day of May, 1918. John L. Thompson. Attorney for Plaintiff. INSURANCE DEPPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA Located at Philadelphia, in the State of Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insur- 76 SIM NOW BOYS! YOU'RE ance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of Mareh, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1917, to be ..... $4,000,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 21,108,762.33 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be. 16,071,168.21 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 28,523,025.89 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 19,523,025.89 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. (SEAL) J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance. INSURANCE DEPPAARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the THE MERGANTILE INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA, Located at New York, in the State of New York. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance. THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... $ 100,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 1,661,193.64 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 1,464,283.87 1917, to be ..... 1,377,332.23 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. (SEAL) J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance Make a regular habit of eating slowly, masticate your food thoroughly, and you may have no further trouble. If you should, take one of Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper. INSURANCE DEPPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the NATIONAL UNION FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, Located at Pittsburgh, in the State of Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... $1,000,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 4,021,155.71 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be.. 2,986,441.37 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. (SEAL) J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance. INSURANCE DEPPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the (U. S. BRANCH) THE NORTHERN ASSURANCE COMPANY, Located at New York, in the State of New York. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement show- E'S FIRST WHY! THERE'S NO 1917, to be 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, 1917 to be ing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... $ 200,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 4,437,168.87 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be.. 4,281,711.63 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 6,629,317.50 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 4,399,101.44 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. The Western College closed Friday, June 7th, with much success. Miss Zelpha Redd of Kansas City, Mo., spent the week end in our city to attend the commencement of W. C. The sad news reached our city Saturday last of the death of Mrs. B. P. E. Gales of Evanston, IL. Miss Ella Carter departed Saturday for Evanston, IL, to attend the funeral of Mrs. B. P. E. Gales. The wedding of Miss Hattie Young of our city and Mr. William Haygood of Okmulgge, Okla., occurred Monday at the home of Rev. J. W. L. Underwood. Mr. and Mrs. Haygood departed the following night for Okmulgge, where they will make their home. Misses Cassie Shanon, Zelpha Fenis and Lorcne Shanon of Brookfield, Mo., spent the week end in Macon to attend the commencement of W. C. The North Missouri Sunday School Convention will convene the 20th and 21st in our city; also the B. Y. P., which will convene the 19th. Mrs. Ed Harris and children left Monday for Callo, Mo., on account of the death of Mrs. Harris' niece. Mrs. Mary Davis of Louisiana, Mo. spent a few days in our city. Mrs. A. B. Brown of Colfax, Iowa, has returned to her home after a visit with relatives. Blind Boone Concert Company performed Monday evening at the A. M. E. Church to a well filled house. Subscribe for the Bystander. MACON, MO., NEWS. Electa Grand Chapter of the Iowa O E. S. will hold their annual meeting in Waterloo in June. Eleventh biennial meeting of the National Association of Colored Women will meet in Denver, Colo., July 8-13. 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John G. Haskins, plaintiff, vs. De Lennie Haskins, defendant. To Mrs. De Lennie Haskins: You are heroby notified that on or before the 20th day of April, A. D. 1918, the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause will be filed in the office of the clerk of the district court of the state of Iowa, in and for Polk county, Iowa, claiming of you an absolute divorce from the bonds of matrimony now existing between you on the ground of desertion. For further information see petition on file in the office of the clerk of district court of the state of Iowa in and for Polk county, Iowa. And unless you appear thereto and of said court, which will commence at Des Moines on the 1st day of July, 1918, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. Dated this 4th day of April, 1918. John L. Thompson, Attorney for Plaintiff. ORIGINAL NOTICE. In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, July Term, A. D. 1918. Maud Knight, Plaintiff, vs. John Knight, Defendant. To John Knight: You are hereby notified that on or before the 15th day of June, A. D. 1918, the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause will be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, Iowa, claiming of you an absolute divorce from the bonds of matrimony. For further particulars see petition, and unless you appear thereto and defend before noon of the second day of the next term, being the July term of said Court, which will commence at Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, on the 1st day of July, 1918, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. Dated this 6th day of May, 1918. John L. Thompson. Attorney for Plaintiff. ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA Located at Philadelphia, in the State of Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insur- ance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1917, to be .....$4,000,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be .....21,108,762.33 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be.16,071,168.21 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be .....28,523,025.89 5th. The aggregate amount 1917, to be ..... 19,523,025.89 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. (SEAL) J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance. INSURANCE DEPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUB- LICATION of the THE MERCANTILE INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA COMPANY OF AMERICA, Located at New York, in the State of New York. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be $ 100,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be 1,661,193.64 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be 1,464,283.87 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be 5,608,888.50 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, THE BYSTANDEA 1017, to be ..... 1,377,332,23 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. (SEAL) Commissioner of Insurance. To Prevent Belching. Make a regular habit of eating slowly, masticate your food thoroughly, and you may have no further trouble. If you should, take one of Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper. INSURANCE DEPPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the NATIONAL UNION FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, Located at Pittsburgh, in the State of Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement showing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be.....$1,000,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be.....4,021,155.71 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be..2,986,441.37 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be.....5,332,591.21 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 3,659,883.65 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. (SEAL) J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance. INSURANCE DEPPARTMENT OF IOWA Des Moines ANNUAL CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLICATION of the (U. S. BRANCH) THE NORTHERN ASSURANCE COMPANY, Located at New York, in the State of New York. WHEREAS, the above named company has filed in the Insurance Department of Iowa, a sworn statement show- E'S FIRST To Prevent Belching. ing its condition on the thirty-first day of December, 1917, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4, Title 9, of the Code of Iowa, relating to Insurance Companies; and whereas said statement shows that said Insurance Company has complied with the laws of this State relating to insurance, THEREFORE, in pursuance of law, I, J. F. TAAKE, Commissioner of Insurance, do hereby certify that said Insurance Company is authorized to transact the business of Fire Insurance in the State of Iowa, by agents properly appointed and duly licensed, as required by law, until the first day of March, 1919. I further certify that the statement shows— 1st. The actual amount of paid-up Capital of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... $ 200,000.00 2d. The aggregate income of said Company for the year 1917, to be ..... 4,437,168.87 3d. The aggregate expenditures of said Company for the year 1917, to be.. 4,281,711.63 4th. The aggregate amount of the Assets of said Company, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 6,629,317.50 5th. The aggregate amount of Liabilities of said Company, including the amount required to safely reinsure all outstanding risks, December 31, 1917, to be ..... 4,399,101.44 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office at Des Moines, this 1st day of March, 1918. The Western College closed Friday, June 7th, with much success. Miss Zelpha Redd of Kansas City, Mo., spent the week end in our city to attend the commencement of W. C. The sad news reached our city Saturday last of the death of Mrs. B. P. E. Gales of Evanston, Ill. Miss Ella Carter departed Saturday for Evanston, Ill., to attend the funeral of Mrs. B. P. E. Gales. The wedding of Miss Hattie Young of our city and Mr. William Haygood of Okmulggee, Okla., occurred Monday at the home of Rev. J. W. L. Underwood. Mr. and Mrs. Haygood departed the following night for Okmulggee, where they will make their home. Misses Cassie Shanon, Zelpha Fenis and Lorcne Shanon of Brookfield, Mo., spent the week end in Macon to attend the commencement of W. C. The North Missouri Sunday School Convention will convene the 20th and 21st in our city; also the B. Y. P., which will convene the 19th. Mrs. Ed Harris and children left Monday for Callo, Mo., on account of the death of Mrs. Harris' niece. Mrs. Mary Davis of Louisiana, Mo. spent a few days in our city. Mrs. A. B. Brown of Colfax, Iowa, has returned to her home after a visit with relatives. Blind Boone Concert Company performed Monday evening at the A. M. E. Church to a well filled house. Subscribe for the Bystander. LESSONS HAW! HAW! GET A Electa Grand Chapter of the Iowa O E. S. will hold their annual meeting in Waterloo in June. Eleventh biennial meeting of the National Association of Colored Women will meet in Denver, Colo., July 8-13. The Iowa Masonic Grand Lodge will hold their annual meeting in Council Bluffs, Iowa, in July. National Negro Business League will meet in Atlantic City, N. J., August, 1918. The U. B. F.'s of Missouri and Iowa will hold their annual session in Moberly, Mo., in August. The biennial conclave of Knight Templars and Shriners will hold their meeting in Kansas City, Mo., in August. Iowa-Nebraska Baptist Association will meet in Des Moines in August 28 to September 1. Iowa-Nebraska Sunday school convention will meet in Sioux City, June 11-14. National Baptist convention will meet in Washington, D. C., September 5th. Des Moines District Conference Sunday School, District Missionary and Allen C. E. League Convention will meet in Cedar Rapids, Ia., June 4th to 7th. The Grand Lodge of K. of P. and the C. of C. will convene in Davenport July 23, 24 and 25, 1918. Can't sleep! Can't eat! Can't even digest what little you do eat! One or two doses ARMY & NAVY DYSPEPSIA TABLETS will make you feel ten years younger. Best known remedy for Constipation, Sour Stomach and Dyspepsia. 25 cents a package at all Druggists, or sent to any address postpaid, by the U. S. ARMY & NAVY TABLET CO. 260 West Broadway, N.Y. MACON, MO., NEWS. Carter's Little Liver Pills You Cannot be Constipated and Happy A Remedy That Makes Life Worth Living Small Pill Small Dose Small Price CARTERS LITTLE LIVER PILLS. Genuine bears signature ABSENCE of Iron in the Blood is the reason for many colorless faces but CARTER'S IRON PILLS will greatly help most pale-faced people "BLUE BONNETS"—A New Fabric with New Features. 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