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THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Bldg Historic Beau Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXV No. 10 The U. B. F. Holds One of the Most Enthusiastic and Successful Sessions Ever Held. The 48th annual grand session of the United Brothers of Friendship of Missouri and jurisdiction opened its regular session at the Second Baptist church, promptly at 10 o'clock. The following grand officers answered present as their names were called: Grand Master, Dr. J. H. Williams, Kansas City, Mo. Deputy Grand Master, C. W. Black, Plattsburg, Mo. Grand Secretary, Duke Diggs, Jefferson City, Mo. Assistant Grand Secretary, Rev. John Goins, Kansas City, Mo. Grand Treasurer, Dr. J. T. Caston, St. Louis, Mo. Grand Medical Register, Dr. G. W. Brown, Kansas City, Mo. Grand Chaplain, Rev. H. W. Botts, Booneville, Mo. Grand Senior Marshall, C. H. Wilson (acting), Des Moines, Iowa. Grand Junior Marshall Davis, Lexington, Mo. Grand Right Supporter, H. C. Samuels, Columbia, Mo. Grand Left Supporter, B. C. Slaughter, St. Louis, Mo. Grand Inside Sentinel, W. W. Turk, Malta Bend, Mo. Grand Outside Sentinel, H. E. Reynolds, Jacksonville, Mo. Grand Sword Bearer, Wm. Hagwood, Lexington, Mo. After the usual formalities in opening the lodge, the grand master appointed the following committees, of which we will name the chairman and secretary of each committee: Committee on Dedication—Dr. T. H. Phillips, Keokuk, Iowa, and Rev. O. T. Reed, Columbia, Mo. Committee on Greetings—Attorney C. C. Calloway, Kansas City. Committee on Returns—J. C. Groves and Dr. H. E. Johnson. Committee on Rules—Committee on Credentials—Wm. Pitts and F. J. King. Committee on Special War Service—H. C. Vaughn. Official Reporter—John L. Thompson, Des Moines, Iowa, and Dr. H. A. Longdon, Moberly, Hon. Nelson C. Crews, Kansas City. The grand master then introduced all new members who had never attended the grand session before, which numbered about 25. He then introduced some of the distinguished members who are visiting this grand body, as follows: Capt. C. H. Tandy, one of the oldest past grand masters, of St. Louis, a venerable sage of 85 years. Dr. T. H. Phillips of Keokuk, Iowa, one of the first grand masters. B. K. Bruce of Leavenworth, Kan., one of the first grand masters. Dr. J. T. Caston, past grand master and present grand treasurer, of St. Louis. Prof. C. G. Williams of Booneville. A. M. Schweich of Columbia, the oldest member of the U. B. F. lodge in point of membership. The session adjourned until 3 o'clock, when they went to meet in a joint session in the Princess theater. The Memorial services were held at the Second Baptist Church Wednesday night, with Grand Master Williams presiding. Rev. S. L. Brooks read the scripture. The roll was then read showing that there were 95 deaths in the lodge, 149 deaths in the Sisters of the Mysterious Ten's and 16 deaths in the Juveniles. A duet by Mrs. C. H. Wilson and E. K. Knox of Des Moines was followed by eulogy on behalf of the Grand Lodge by Atty. C. C. Callaway of Kansas City, and the eulogy on behalf of the Sisters of the Mysterious ten's by Mrs. Sarah Dixon of Hannibal. The Memorial sermon was preached by Rev. G. W. Clemons of St. Louis. Benedict by Rev. J. W. Hurse of Kansas City. A Word About the Ladies' Auxiliary. Monday was given over exclusively to Royal House, which is the higher branch of the order, and may be com- Bradford's Barber Shop 228 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 Services Golden Rule Prices PHONE MARKET 1488 600 Eight Street Des Moines, Iowa DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 1918. posed of both men and women. They held their 13th annual session in the A. M. E. church. At 10 o'clock the Most Excellent Grand Queen, Jessie M. Jones of St. Louis, Mo., assisted by A. B. Bolden, Most Noble Grand King, and other officers, proceeded to open the Royal House. After which the various committees for the session were appointed. Then the various Grand Officers made their official report, which showed that the Royal House was progressing and its membership greatly increased. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Most Noble Grand King, Prof. A. B. Bolden, Moberly; Most Worthy Excellent Grand Queen, Mrs. Jessie M. Jones of St. Louis; Most Excellent Grand Scribe, Leualla D. Mills; Most Excellent Assistant, Sarah L. Bartell; Grand Safe Keeper of Finance, M. E. Walker; Grand High Priest, Forest Sturman; Grand First Muid of Honor, Mrs. Missouri Ford; Grand Second Maid of Honor, Mrs. Laura Slaughter. Sisters of Mysterious Ten's. The 35th Annual Grand Session of the Sisters of the Mysterious Ten's of Missouri and jurisdiction met in the A. M. E. church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, and was opened by the Most Worthy Grand Princess, Mrs. M. E. Bolden, Moberly, assisted by her Grand Officers. After which the roll was called, to which about 500 delegates responded. J. W. (Blind) Boone of Columbia was then introduced and played several selections on the piano. The United Brothers of Friendship was organized August 1, 1861, in Louisville, Ky., by Marshall Taylor and several other negroes and has a membership in the state of Missouri of 15,000. In the United States our numerical strength is 1,000,000. Addresses were delivered by Capt. T. H. Tandy of St. Louis, Dr. T. H. Phillips of Keokuk, Hon. Nelson C. Crews of Kansas City, and the Hona John L. Thompson of Des Moines. Afternoon Joint Session. This session was presided over by P. G. M. Dr. T. H. Phillips of Keokuk, who asked P. G. M. B. K. Bruce to introduce the present Grand Master, J. H. Williams, who read his annual address, which was good, concise and business like. He stated that he had organized twenty new lodges and temples and that when the United States government through President Wilson asked its first liberty loan that the United Brothers of Friendship through him loaned the government $10,000, which was the first fraternal organization to respond to the government's request and was the largest amount loaned by any colored secret organization in the United States. He was invited to Washington, D. C., by the Secretary of the Interior, for consultation. He was the only colored man present in a group of a thousand business men. The lodges and temples of Kansas City presented him with a diamond ring for his successful administration. At this juncture several cash prizes and badges of honor were given the various temples who had increased their membership to more than 25. The temple having the largest amount of cash money in its treasury was the Jefferson City temple, which reported $460. Then Mrs. Etta M. Bolden, Worthy Grand Princess, made her report, which was very good. She too was presented with a diamond ring by the lodges and temples of Kansas City. Next was the report of the Grand Secretary, Duke Diggs, of Jefferson City, which in brief is as follows: 154 lodges, 218 temples, 118 juveniles. Total deaths for the year, 600. Total members received for the year, 1,205, making a grand total membership of 12,126. Total amount of money received from all sources, first quarter, $14,245.88; second quarter, $14,243.33; third quarter, $14,234.77; fourth quarter, $20,169.37. Grand total for the year, $62,893.35. Total liabilities, $7,384.84. The secretary of the Grand Temple, Mrs. Leota Caston, St. Louis, reported as follows: Total amount received from all sources during the year was $2,236.06. Disbursements, $711.86. Leaving a treasury of the $1,524.20. The Grand Treasurer of the U. B. F., Dr. J. T. Caston, reported the total amount of money received from all sources this year to be $4,704.48. The total amount paid for burials, benefits, etc., to have been $50,980.12, leaving a net balance in the grand treasury of $33,724.36. There was a spirited contest as to the next meeting place between Hannibal, St. Louis, St. Charles and St. Joseph. Finally St. Joseph, Mo., won the 1919 meeting. The following officers were elected: Grand Master—Dr. J. H. Williams. Deputy Grand Master—C. W. Black. Grand Endowment Secretary—Duke Diggs. Assistant Grand Secretary—J. G.ains. Grand Treasurer—Dr. J. T. Caston. Grand Medical Register—Dr. G. W. Brown. Grand Chaplain—Rev. O. T. Redd. Grand Senior Marshal—Wm. Taylor. Grand Junior Marshal—Robert A. Davis. Grand Right Supporter—D. E. Samuels. Grand Left Supporter—R. A. Morton. Grand Inside Sentinel—W. W. Turk. Outside Sentinel—E. H. Reynolds. Grand Sword bearer—Wm. Hagwood. Board of Management—Second member, C. G. Williams. Board of Trustees—First member, Dr. J. E. Smith; second member, Robert Renfro; third member, S. H. Lampkins. Election of officers and the selection of Mound City for the next annual convention consumed the entire day yesterday for the grand lodge of United Brothers of Friendship now in session in the court house. The new officers elected are: Jordon W. Tutt, Quincy, grand master; John R. Keller, Chicago, deputy grand master; B. L. Yucas, grand secretary; J. C. Peoples, Monmouth, assistant grand secretary; J. C. Steele, Mound City, grand treasurer; J. W. Smith, Detroit, junior marshal; C. E. Dickerson, Rock Island, senior marshal; Marion Coen, Jacksonville, and J. F. Brown, Davenport, supporters; E. Duncan, Quincy, J. Miles, Springfield, and J. Smith, Quincy, trustees; G. McWilliams, Monmouth, and H. Shaw, Chicago, sentinels; J. E. Bish, Chicago, organizer; H. W. James, Peoria, chaplain; B. G. Clauton, Springfield, attorney; S. A. Ware, Springfield, medical examiner; J. W. Monroe, Quincy, member of endowment board. The grand temple Sisters of the Mysterious Ten did not complete its election last evening and will resume voting this morning. The list as selected: Rhoda M. Johnson, Quincy, state princess; Eliza Jackson, Chicago, vice princess; Georgia Harding, Chicago, secretary; Mary Byrd, Springfield, assistant secretary; Rebecca Hart, Cairo, treasurer; Ella L. Holmes, Chicago, chaplain; Katie Croly, Chicago, organizer; Mary Harsh, Chicago, Susie Cousins, Peoria, and Anna Muhson, Des Moines, trustees. All delegates and visitors were guests at a banquet held at Ward chapel last evening. OTTUMWA BRIEFS Mrs. Anna Johnson of Clinton, Ia., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson, who reside on Ferry St. Master Johnnie Cason of Clinton has been visiting his grandparents for some few past weeks. Rev. R. H. Cato has been called to the funeral of his daughter, who desired in Madison, Wis. A farewell party was given at the residence of Mrs. Helena Downey for the boys who left for Camp Dodge this past Monday. Mrs. Grace Robinson and Mrs. Sandford Robinson were over Sunday visitors in Des Moines and Camp Dodge. Mrs. J. T. Henderson was a visitor in Des Moines and Camp Dodge. Mr. Henderson has a son in the U. S. army, Sergeant Arthur Henderson, with whom he visited. Mrs. Ida E. Davis and daughter, Miss Margaret E. Davis, were over Sunday visitors in Des Moines, the guests of Mrs. Anna Allen. They also visited Camp Dodge, where Mr. Wallace Davis, a former Ottumwa boy, is a member of Co. 804, which regiment entrained for New York Wednesday. Mrs. Davis had not seen her boy for eight years. Their meeting was a joyous, yet sad one. Misses Bessie Johnson and Juanita Allen are visitors in Des Moines. Miss Bessie Owens left for her field of labor in Kansas City, Mo., where she has been employed as teacher for a few years past. Subscribe and pay for the Iowa State Bystander. Be ready when the agent calls to pay your back subscription, please. Mr. Earl Wagner left for his home in Chicago, Ill., this week. SIQUX CITY ITEMS Mrs. Noble Green has been visiting friends in Des Moines. Mr. and Mrs. H. Jewell and children of Holstein, Iowa, were in the city Sunday, the guests of Mrs. E. Walker. Mrs. A. L. Morgan of Yankton, S. D., passed through the city last week on route to Kansas City. Mrs. J. Boyd has returned from Des Moines, where she visited her husband, who is stationed at Camp Dodge. Corporal Boyd accompanied his wife home for a few days furlough. Mr. and Mrs. John Shores are spending some time in Norfolk, Neb., on business. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Ford have moved to St. Louis, where they will make their future home. We regret losing Mr. and Mrs. Ford, as they were very ardent church workers and always ready to help those in need. Mrs. Horace Green entertained at a party in her home Monday, August 19, in honor of Mr. Green's birthday. A number of relatives and friends were present and wished Mr. Green many more happy birthdays. Mr. and Mrs. E. Ward had as their dinner guests Sunday Miss Laura Askew and Miss Helen Dowdy. The members of Mt. Zion Baptist church have a reception Friday night in honor of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Fort, who departed Sunday for St. Louis, Mo., to live Rev. Toomey of Des Moines was a business visitor in the city last week. Mrs. J. W. Paterson, who had her throat operated on last week, is better. sr. and Mrs. J. H. Shores, Mrs. D. Shores and little daughter departed EDITOR'S OBSERVATIONS. By John L. Thompson After a vacation of two weeks from my quill I again take my pen in hand to let the world know what the better class of colored people are doing. Our next stop was in Galesburg. Here we have about 2,000 colored people. Most all own their homes and are doing well. Mr. U. G. Davis and his brother own valuable property. The former has worked as engineer in the gas plant for more than a quarter of a century. His brother is a mail carrier and owns a beautiful modern home. Mr. G. W. Kidd is still in his barber shop, doing the best he can under war conditions. Mr. Robt. Anderson is still in the grocery business. His daughter, Miss Beatrice, is our agent. Mr. Thompson is out on South Halton, still lives there, doing well. Rev. J. H. Garrison has charge of the A. M. E. church, doing well, while Rev. I. B. Scott, until recently pastor of the Baptist, is appointed U. S. chaplain. This church is without a pastor. Mrs. A. Hawkins is doing well at the same place, also Mrs. Martha Maupins. Mrs. M. C. Malone, wife of the late presiding elder, Rev. Malone, is back from Canada, spending the summer with her relatives. Mr. C. E. Fletcher is doing well as usual. Nettie Franklin, a former Bedford, Ia, girl is still here. Mr. C. M. Watkins, formerly in the Turkish business, has quit and will soon move to Chicago. We next motored over-to Monmouth. Here as in the other cities and towns we found but very few young men left because of the draft call. This is one of the little quiet towns of Illinois where the colored people are well fixed and doing better than most other towns. Mr. Richmond is still running his grocery store. He is perhaps the wealthiest colored man in western Illinois. His cousin is also well to do and a much better race man. Mrs. Smith, the cateress, is well fixed. Mr. Samuel Cox is a big contractor. J. W. Wallace owns a valuable farm at the suburbs of the city. All of these men own their own large automobiles. There are two churches, both new, modern and are located within three blocks of each other, the A. M. E. and Baptist. Rev. Whorton is the pastor of the Methodist, while there is no pastor at the Baptist. G. W. Jones, the well known house doctor, is still here doing well. He is a well read man, perhaps one of the best informed men of this country. Miss Mary Brown and folks still live here. They are doing well. The Mr. Skinners are still here, also Chas. Brooks. Mrs. Bernice Metlock is still our agent. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Peoples are still here. They are active and influential. Mrs. L. Able lives here. Mrs. Daisy Lash Mason still lives here. They own valuable property. Isaac Dover and J. T. Wallace are here working at the same place. Mr. Waters still runs the barber shop. Our next stop was across the Father of Waters in Burlington. The Eliza E. Peterson W. C. T. U. will meet Thursday, Aug. 4, with Mrs. Anna Allen, 1215 Park St. All members are urged to be present. Annual election of officers. By order of the president. Mrs. Anna Allen. CLINTON, IOWA. Mrs. Ike Robinson returned Sunday from Des Moines, where she has been the guest of relatives and friends. Rev. and Mrs. W. W. Williams and son William have returned from Buxon, where they were called on account of the death of their daughter and sister, Mrs. Hattie L. Brown, who passed away suddenly on Aug. 17. They were accompanied home by their two little granddaughters, daughters of the deceased. Jno. L. Thompson and son Nelson of Des Moines spent a short time in Clinton a few days ago. Mrs. Jno. Sayles and granddaughter, Josephine Davis, returned to their home in Canada last week after several visits visit with relatives and friends. Advices from the Clinton boys at Camp Dodge are that they are all doing well. The trustees of Bethel A. M. E church met Monday night in monthly session, at which time they were enabled to pay off all indebtedness in their department, due to the successful rally conducted by the pastor which ended Aug. 5th. Our people are under obligations to him for the effort put forth. This comes as a fitting close of his third year as pastor. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Robinson, who visited here a few weeks ago, have returned to their home in Sioux City, after visits in Racine, St. Paul and Milwaukee. Rev. W. W. Williams officiated at the wedding of Miss Viola E. Richardson and Mr. Louie Howell, both of Davenport, the ceremony taking place Aug. 16th at the A. M. E. parsonage. Mr. and Mrs. Peyton C. West of Chicago are guests at the home of Mr. and Tuesday for Norfolk, Nebr. Mrs. D. Shores will visit in the home of her mother, Mrs. Ellis. The Ladies Aid of Mt. Zion Baptist church will give a barbecue and concert September 12. Come one, come all. Mrs. W. Mock has returned to St. Paul, Minn. Mrs. A. A. Bush. Announcements were received in Clinton this week of the marriage of Miss Mary Ardella Taylor, oldest daughter of Rev. and Mrs. P. P. Taylor of Chicago, to Dr. Clarence G. Robinson. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, Aug. 21st. Clinton friends extend congratulations. Eddie Mitchell and Hunter Mitchell Sundayed in Clinton from Camp Grant. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Curtis are establishing quite a reputation as to the meals served at their 4th St. restaurant. Give them a call when in the city. MACON, MO., NEWS. Mrs. Dr. Smith, Mrs. S. Mott, Mrs. E. Oliver and Mrs. Georgia Brown have returned from the grand lodge at Moberly, Mo. Mrs. Ewing Dysert of St. Louis is visiting Mrs. Ella Homan and friends. Rev. Williams has been called to Ardmore, Mo. Miss Edith Harris received a letter from Mr. Jim Johnson saying he arrived safely over seas, and now, somewhere in France. Mrs. Draften of Benton, Mo., formerly Mannie Carter, and two children are here visiting their mother, Mrs. Mary Carter. Mrs. Thomas Adams entertained at 8 o'clock breakfast a number of friends, Dr. Fox and wife of Hannibal, Mo., Rev. Fox and wife of Macon, Mo. Mrs. Lena Caston of St. Louis and two children and Mrs. Buckner are visiting her mother, Mrs. Jane Finney. Mr. Harvey Evans is resting at Mrs. Vina Smith's home and friends. Macon is now real proud to hear of our friends receiving honors. Our past president of mission work, Mrs. Daniel L. Howard, was elected president of the North Missouri Woman's Association. Also Rev. Underwood elected president of Ministers Union. Mr. Arthur Bell elected treasurer of Ministers Union. All returned from the Baptist Association that met in La Grange, Mo., and report a nice time. Honorable Nelson Crewes of Kansas City passed through Macon in his car. Mr. Jake Maxell is real sick at his home. Mr. May Burton remains a little better. Miss Hazel Nickles is on the sick list. Mrs. Mary H. McCain received a letter from her son Harry saying he arrived safely over seas. Mrs. Victoria Brazel was called to Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, to be at the bed side of her sister, who is real sick. Mr. Link Gray passed away at his home in Macon, Mo. He leaves to mourn his loss three brothers, Frank of Seattle, Wash., Robert of Chicago, Ill., and Harry Gray of Macon, Mo., and relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held by Rev. Fox. Miss Annie R. Price entertained at supper Mrs. Emma Dysert of St. Louis. The all day dinner that was given at Vine and Broadway Baptist church, under direction of Mrs. McCony, the president of Missionary Circle, proved a success. Quite a large sum of money was taken in. Mrs. Rankins and Miss Ruth and Anthony are moving to St. Louis. Will leave Thursday. Windell Braggs will leave Sunday for Camp Dodge, Iowa, for training camp. Wates Davis was home Sunday from Camp Funston for a visit. Mr. Tobe Harris has been on the sick list. Chillicothe, O., Aug. 26, 1918. To Bystander: Words of "Love and Mispah." By Mrs. Joseph Lowe, 566 Mill Street. Chillicothe, Ohio. Also "A Message of Love" in last week's issue was that of Mrs. Joseph Lowe. Luke 8:16. No man when he hath lighted a candle, coverth it with a vessel or putteth it under a bed; but setth it on a candlestick, that they who enter in may see the light. Words of scorn pass up love. Liars eat the corn. Money exchanges shut up the words. But God won't let justice fall. Where is God we might say today? My bible tells me in Exodus, 15th chapter, 3rd verse: The Lord is a man of war; the Lord is his name. What more do we want, and how long shall God reign? Exodus, chapter 15, 18th verse, says: The Lord shall reign for ever and ever. Then hush your fuss and get into the gospel. You will do well. "Mizpah, united with love." I am endeavoring to say God said there will be one tongue and one language, so beloved the winds echoed to me not long since that language and tongue would be American language, and he said who have striven, to send missionaries to teach the foreign nations of God, and it echoed America, and the song entitled "You," by Ilo Ilo Lowe, Red, white and blue, America, I wish I were you, etc. Beloved, who wouldn't love our own red, white and blue, this God blessed native land, as the poet wrote, land where our fathers died. God bless our homes, our presidents and may we always have presidents of God, who exercise God's beauty in the truth of holiness, such as President Wilson. Farewell to all till next time. CENTERVILLE NEWS. Mrs. J. N. Baker and mother, Mrs. John Hicka, were called to Camp Dodg The Best advertising medium to reach colored people in the west Price Five Cents by the serious illness of Mrs. Baker's husband, Private J. N. Baker. The Knights and Daughters of Tabor hold their public installation Monday night, August 19, at the Moose Hall. The moderator, Rev. S. Bates, was in the city Thursday night and preached for us. While in the city he was the guest of Mr. and Wm. Noah. Sister Luke Baker is still improving. The entertainment given Saturday evening for the benefit of the church was successful. Mr. D. F. Brown of Mystic, Iowa, visited at the home of his son, Elwood F. Brown, Sunday afternoon. There will be a lawn social given by the Court of Calanthe at the home of Mrs. Clara Leek Monday night, Aug. 26. The delegates, Rev. M. Carrington, Sister Shelby Noah, Sister A. L. Crittenden and Sister M. J. Thompson, left Monday afternoon for Des Moines to attend the Iowa Baptist Association. Mrs. Gertrude Cassen of Clarinda, Iowa, is visiting in the city at the home of her son, Harold Brown. Private J. N. Baker of Depot Brigade, Co. 69, of Camp Dodge, passed away Thursday night at 10:15 at the base hospital. His body was sent to this city Saturday morning. Funeral was held at the Second Baptist church Sunday afternoon. Sermon preached by Rev. M. Carrington. Burial at Oakland cemetery. The floral offerings were beautiful, especially the pillow of flowers sent by his company. We all extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved wife. Private Le Roy Hicks, Co. I, Camp Dodge, arrived here Friday night to attend the funeral of his brother-in-law, Private J. N. Baker. He has a five day furlough. Mrs. Rachel Turner of Fairfield, Ia., arrived in the city Sunday morning to attend the funeral of Private J. N. Baker. She will remain in the city a few days. Mrs. Hazel Pennison is visiting in the city with her friend, Mrs. J. N. Baker. Private John Leek of Camp Dodge, Iowa, visited over Sunday with relatives and friends. Mrs. Mildred Mayfield arrived home Saturday from visiting a friend in Promise City, Iowa. Mr. Ceary Bolden, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Bolden, left for Camp Dodge, Iowa, Friday morning. Cure for Dysentery. "While I was in Ashland, Kansas, a gentleman overheard me speaking of Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy," writes William Whitclaw, of Des Moines, Iowa. "He told me in detail of what it had done for his family, but more especially his daughter who was lying at the point of death with a violent attack of dysentery, and had been given up by the family physician. Some of his neighbors advise him to give Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy, which he did, and fully believes that by doing so saved the life of his child. He stated that he had also used this remedy himself with equally gratifying results." MEN 18 to 45 Will be especially interested in knowing they may have their hair made straight by a professional hair straightener and without the use of hot irons. Call Walnut 4860 and get your appointment. Mrs. C. C. JOHNSON 825 W. 14th Street. DES MOINES, IA. CASH PAID For old Gold, Silver and Broken Watches DES MOINES CURIO CO'S FIX-IT-SHOP 518 Grand Bvd. WHEN IN DAVENPORT GO TO THE ELITE CAFE FOR GOOD MEALS AND SHORT ORDERS ALSO BARBER SHOP & POOLHALL 516 Barrison Street Mr. & Mr. B. H. JOHNSON DAVENPORT, IOWA Successor to JONES & SAMUELS FRANK F. FOWLER Embalmer and Director L. FOWLER Manager Phone Maple 2548 17 East Walnut Street Des Moines, Iowa Published every Friday by the Bystander Publishing Company, Des Moines, Iowa. 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Perhaps next week nearly all of our public schools along with the high schools will open wide their doors for this new school year, and we feel it our duty as a citizen and a father to urge upon every child, old and young, to enter these various schools at once when they do open, and every father and mother or guardian should see to it that their child is there on the first day when the doors open, for the very important reason that we as a race are almost standing in front of the great door of opportunity that will soon be flung open to us as a rage, and we are afraid that many of us or our children will not be prepared to take advantage of this opportunity and fill the position efficiently when that door is opened to us. Don't keep your child out of school because it has a good job. Prepare him or her for the bigger job while young. Go to school. Keep in school and finish, is my word today. August 28, 1918. Dear Editor of the Bystander: Please allow me space in the columns of your paper to say a word about our church work in Valley Junction. We are renting a store house, but we are raising money to buy a lot so we can build us a church. We are thankful to the good bishop, Rt. Rev. L. W. Kyles, A. M. D. D., for the return of our pastor, Rev. John Hillard, and for returning to us Rev. O. G. Moss as presiding elder of the Des Moines district. On the 26th and 25th our first quarterly conference was held and great was the success. We only have ten members, but we are trying to do our part. We raised in the quarter $38.00 and paid the full quarterly assessment. The P. P. preached twice during the day, at 3 p. m. and at 4:30 p. m. After the night sermon one night came forward and was baptised and joined the church. At 3 p. m. he preached from the 8th chapter of Romans, 32d verse, "The Price of Human Redemption." At 8:30 p. m. 63d Asa., "Mighty to Save." It seems that the whole congregation enjoyed both services. And again I must say that I am president of the stewards board and we sisters are going to see to it that the skirts of St. John A. M. E. Zion Mission shall not trail in the dust. My dear editor, we cordially invite you to come out at your best convenient time. I beg to remain. Truly, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL The colored people at Camp Dodge will enjoy the comforts of a new hall to be opened this evening (Friday) known as Knights of Columbus Hall No. 2, Camp Dodge, first Knights of Columbus building just north of the Colored Y. M. C. A. building. This hall will be under the management of Dr. W. R. Arthur and Bearl Guillot, very fine and efficient young men. They will have movies, library, checkers, dominoes, base ball, basket ball, boxing, music, makings, etc. The public is invited. We are glad of this movement and trust that our citizens will call at this hall when at the camp. 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Soldiers of every nation, men, men, men, all one ever sees. We have been getting along just fine. Nice place in camp and good food. Our training has been very intensive and it keeps one at work. But all are well and in fine spirit, with nothing to fear, for when our time comes to go to the front we have acquired the necessary training and possess that real confidence that knows no failing. This a. m. I am on my way to school, 30 miles from my company and 10 miles to go. I spent week end with them. You know we are not permitted to mention names here, so you understand. After four weeks in school I shall be with company again. The captain is with me, so I am not very lonesome. Sgt. Gruner is well and in my shoes as he doesn't know anyone, Oh, yes. I must come home you can talk to me. But I must learn it first. Really, it's a very fascinating language and I have learned one word anyway, "wee-wee" in French meaning yes, yes, in our language, Ha, Ha. Do you think you will like it. 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S imply tell the news or event in a brief, simple manner and let the readers of Tho Bystander comment. ‘Write the news of all and lay aside ‘your porsonal whims or ideas. A WOED TO OUR CHILDREN. Perhaps next week nearly all of our Public schools along with the high ‘schools will open wide their doors for this mew school year, and we fee! it our uty as a citizen and a father to urge upon overy child, old and young, to ‘etiter these various schools at once when they do open, and every father and mother or guardian should sce.to it that their child is thero on the first day when the doors open, for the very im- portant reason that we as a race are al- Most standing in front of the great door of opportunity that will soon be flung open to us as a rage, aud wo arc afraid: that many of us or our children will not be prepared to take advantage Sf thie opportunity and 61) the position efficiently wlien that door is opened to us. Don’t keep your child out of school because it had a good job. Prepare him or her for tho Digger job while young. Go to school, Keen in school and finish, fa miy ‘Word! today. RO ear ‘August 28, 1918.” Dear Bditor of the Bystander: Pleaso allow me space in the columns ‘of-'your paper to say a word about our ‘ehureh work in Valley Junction. We ‘are venting a store house, but we are ‘raising ‘moncy to buy a lot so we can Quild us a cliitch. We are thankful to ‘the good bishop, Rt. Rev. L. W. Kyles, A/M,, D. D., for the return of our pas- tor, Rev. Johb Hillard, and ‘for return’ Sng to us Rev. 0. G. Moss as presiding 4% of tho Des Moines district. On th’ and 25th our first quarterly jee was eld and great was the We only have ten members, But we aro/trying to do our part. We yalsed in tho: quorter $38.00 and paid the-foll quarterly asscosment. Tho P- EL preached twice during the day, at 3 em sil 449;20 p.m," After the nignt sermon ove AMlt came forward ax baptised and joined the church, At 8 p. m, he preached from the 8th chapter of Romans, 32d verse, ‘The Price of Human Redomption.’? At 8:30. p.m. 68d Asa, {Mighty 10'Save."% Tt seems that, the whole congregation enjoyed both services. And again I must say that I am president of the stewardess board and we sisters are going to see to it that the skirts of St.John A. M. E. Zion Mission shall not trail in the dust. My-dear editor, we cordially invite you to come out at your best convenient time. I beg to remain, Truly, Mrs, Dasia Reed, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL. ‘Pho colored people at Camp Dodge will enjoy the comforts of a new hall to be opened this evening (Friday) known as Knights of Columbus Hall No, 2, Camp Dodge, first Knights of Colum- bus building just north of the Colored ¥. M,C. A. building. This hall will be under the management of Dr. W. R. Arthur and Bearl Guillot, very fine and efficient young men. ‘They will have movies, library, checkers, dominoes, base ball, basket ball, boxing, music, makings, ete, The public is invited. We are glad of this movement and trust that our citizens will call at this ‘hall when at the camp, Y UNCLE SAM’S { | Somewhere in France, July 21, 1918. My Dear Darling Mother: ‘Your dear letter forwarded me from, Camp Upton, New York, and believe me it was the dearest and sweetest. letter you have ever written me, and oh! how very much I did enjoy it, cach line, every little word. It was just like you to stay up Inte to write me. And I was indeed pleased to Jearn that all was well and you would not forget me, over here. Firat I must say that I have been real well and as our mail is censored there is lots I must keep from you that I should have you know. But if I write it it would be eut out and you would only re- ceive the remaining few lines. So I will just refate that which I hope the cen- sorship ‘may approve. We have been here some time. Well, since 20 days after leaving you for Upton, and I have seen some of this place, France is in- deed a beautiful place. Its scenic beauty is indeed marvelous, wonderful. But after all give me old clean America and you. Soldiers of every nation, men, ‘men, men,’ are all one ever seca. We have been getting along just fine, Nice place in camp and good food. Our train- ing has been very intensive.and it keeps one at work. But all are well and in fine spirit, with nothing to fear, for when our time comes to go to the front wo have acquirgd the necessary training and possess that. real confidence that knows no failing. This a, m. T am on my way to school, 30 miles from my company and 10 miles to go. I spent week end with them, You know we are not permitted to mention names here, 80 you understand. After four weeks in School I shall be with company again. ‘The eaptain is with mo, so I am not very lonesome. Sgt. Gruner is well and ia my shoes as he docan’t know anyone. Oh, yes, I must send you a French book, Iso when I come home you can talk to me. But I must learn it first. Really, it’s a very fascinating language and I have Jearn’d one word anyway, ‘‘wee-wee! in French meaning yes, yes, in our lan- guoge. Ha, Ha. Do you think you will like it. Well, mother, there’s nothing I want unless you want to send me some smokes. Fatimas or anything, You can’t buy but one package at one time here as there are so many soldiers to supply. Your package to me can’t weigh over seven pounds. Hello and love to Mother B. and M. J. and will write them when first chanee presents itself. Always with love by the oodles for you and you shall have my picture when I get back from school and you will hear from “me often direct, not through my sister, for am I not your son? 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Retail Store 209-211 Walnut St. Greenhouses Sist and Crocker Sts. ‘That Was the Reason. “The paper states that you pleased @ big audience #2 the banquet last night.” “The paper is wrong. I did ‘not appear.” “Um, I guess the paper ds right.” _ Re. RSS Rca hints oe etic oo Se ees. ar EEN es ee EN a ae ee at ae Bree me recast Ce eee aS ae Pe eS eres: See ian Ear seem es past Cer Raa N Sr Se , % By) a ae ree ay ree Oe ee i Sansa RR a ee ae Ge ico Ss eo ee EA ns ee sini Ae ch onary la wenty” {Pe el ‘ a BP SI AE ES ell ee I ee ag ESS od engee. PR EE ARS) saan ese Be ~~ we re 6 +L coher es . Bee. How Does a Soldier Feel i : ler Feel ina as Life-and-Death Crisis? congng'ou alte, He thoaght oe ‘only one chance in a million of soldier think of in a life dd isis’ feelt_ What docs he do? 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When the condi- don of dryness came they would con struct a rough temporary dam of log, with which they could divert the course of part of the stream Into their lands. ‘There were primitive ditches whieh distributed the water. ‘The Candelilla Plant The wax of the candelilla plant 1s used in making candles, phonograph records, wood and leather polishes, floor wax, certain varnishes, linoleum, rubber compounds and celluloid, and it also enters into use in pharmacy and In the making of electrical insulation. The candelilla plant grows on the poorest quality of soll, and before it was found to have a commercial value for the wax contained it was consid- ered a pest LEMO W EN Any woman can make up this bleaching lotion for a : few cents ‘he juice of two fresh lemons strained into a’ bottle containing three ounces of orchard white makes a whole quarter int of the most remarkable lemon skin Picach at about the cost one must pay for a small jar of the ordinary cold creams. Care’ should be taken to’strain the Jemon juice through a fine cloth. so gi, }emon Pulp gets Sn, then thin lotion ill keep fresh for “months. Brery woman knows that lemon juice is to bleach a darkened skin. Just try it! Get three ounces of orchard white at any drug store and tivo lemons from the grocer and make up a quarter pint of this sweetly fragrant Iomon. lotion, and it daily into the Taco, neck, arms and hands, = ‘The Best Plaster. A pieco ‘of flannel dampened: with Chamberlain’s Liniment and bound on over the seat of pain is often moro ef- feetnal for a lame back than a plaster. and does not cost anything like as much. | NEGRO SOLDIER IN OUR WAR Published in July (new book). eile all about tho war; it is fair to Golored peoples everyone buys; m tre trendous seller, “Price only 4205, with ESLORED MAN NO SLACKER: Free: fr, chotve of other tbe pictures, agents taking YP to 428 pet day. Send 200 Gulck Zor agent's complete outfit. > AUSTIN JENKINS CO, 525 sth St, Washington, D.C. SAM. BURNS TAILOR & CLEANER ‘We have now a special sale on Men's Shirts, Caps, and Athletic Union Suits, COME IN AND SEE THEM 772 West 9th St. When in Buxton, Iowa Go TO Mrs. Hattie Watkins No. 11 West ist. Street ONE Block WEST OF Post OFFICE FOR GOOD MEALS AND GOOD ROOMS TONE CALLS GIVEN FROME ATTENTION BUXTON, - IOWA By Degrees. . ‘acmsniwould onaee af the mighty things which have been done by de- grees and gentle augmentations. Dili- gence and moderation are the best steps whereby to climb to any excel lency.—Owen Felltham. ips Ah cr te) Ae 2. c Ar I~ ye ay GN (ae al 5 ay Ld ADE Sir UKeL uae) i SOFT.LONG,SILKY be ae eee Bee ae Fie acai oa earaar Bf hstaeee See eae B teuase neces HEROLIN ee eee saris ar 2a a rou 29 cents scar. sil Sten, Coy Avani ae AGENTS (2 2a. Pina oa Relieves CATARRA of; “ BLABDER SANTAL \ nischarges .o eA OUES: CITY LOCALS We wish that every subscriber in the city would make a strong effort to pay the collector part if not all of their delinquent subscriptions as we need the money. 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. For neatly furnished rooms, strangers and soldiers? wives look me over. Mrs. S. Cooper, 1312 Center St. Furnished rooms for rent. 750 W. 10th St. Phone Market 2031. Wanted: Hair Dresser, Poro System to act as assistant. Give references and wages expected. Address, Mrs. Susie Byrd Jackson, 1214 Morgan St., Keokuk, Iowa. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES. Last Sunday was a memorable day in the history of St. Paul. The members and friends worshiped for the first time in their beautiful new church edifice. The pastor used as his theme, "Gratitude and Courage." He preached a forceful sermon and five united with the church. The contribution amounted to $445. Large crowds were present at all the services and inspected the new building from pit to dome. St. Paul, located in the metropolitan city of Iowa, is coming into her own as a metropolitan church. A few members met at 7:30 a. m. Sunday to bid the old site farewell forever as a church home. Amid prayers and tears the parting words were said and the little company marched in silence through Crocker street, and on the brow of Crocker hill behold the new St. Paul bathed in the morning sun, her stately pillows pointing heavenward, and as a bride adorned for her husband. Bro. J. L. Edward brought his camera along and took the group of silent followers. Wednesday prayer services were well attended. Bro. J. H. Evans was a visitor. Come to prayer service. Bring your Bible. Sunday services will be at the usual hour. Be on time. Enjoy every hymn, prayer, decalogue, sermon and contribute your share. Be a lively stone in the building. Dinner will be served. The Mite Missionary Society will hold their monthly meeting Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 in the new St. Paul. Devotional services, business and program. Reports from the membership campaign will be made. We are doing business for the King, so be prompt. The Chicago annual conference convenes in Evanston, Ill., Sept. 18, at which time pastor Birt will render an account of his stewardship this conference year. Members are asked to pay their Dollar Money claim. Ross Birt celebrated his 6th birthday on the 29th inst. He will enter first grade at Franklin school at the opening. The stewardist gave a grand entertainment on the 29th. Soldiers and Red Cross nurses galore. A nice sum was realized. The Callanan Club will celebrate their 16th birthday on the 3rd of September at the new St. Paul. Invitations are out. Rev. J. J. Evans of Buxton and Sister Crutchfield of Paducah, Ky., were visitors at the parsonage. All the clubs are,working over time. Let every member of St. Paul enroll with some one of the church clubs and also subscribe to the building fund. We can soon put St. Paul over the top. Robt. Johnson of Oskaloosa, Ia., spent Sunday in our city to visit his son at Camp Dodge. Mr. S. Hudson of Ft. Dodge, Iowa, spent Wednesday in our city visiting the State Fair. W. H. Bailey of Buxton spent Wednesday in our city. He visited the State Fair. Mr. J. H. Baker, a business man of Cedar Rapids, Ia., spent a few days this week in our city. Miss Martha S. Jackson of 1300 Delaware St., is visiting friends in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids this week. Miss Mable Johnson of Gravity, Ia., was in the city this week visiting her uncle, Mr. Jeff Logan. Mr. J. W. Franklin was called to Bedford, Iowa, on account of the illness of his father, Mr. J. W. Franklin. Mr. J. W. Patterson, wife and little daughter, along with Miss Mable HeGav of Davenport, spent Sunday in our city to visit their son at Camp Dodge. Mrs. G. Board of Columbus, Ohio, who has been visiting her aunt, Mrs. Anna Lewis, left Wednesday night for her home. The Callanan Club will hold a call meeting Saturday p. m. at Mrs., Gus Nichols, 685 14th St. Place. By order of the Pres., Mrs. Fred Stewart. Miss Tabitha Mash, our only registered nurse, has been attending the National Colored Nurses Association which met at St. Louis, Mo. Mr. Leon Abbey and Mr. Ollie Ray of Minneapolis are visiting in the city. While here they are the guests of Mildred Griffin, 1513 Walker St. Mrs. Georgia Billing, formerly Miss Curtley of this city, but now of Tacoma, Wash., is very sick. An operation was performed on her last week. Mrs. Wallace Gordon of Quiney, Ill., who is visiting her husband at Camp Dodge, is the guest of Miss Hazel Butler on Buchanan St. Mr. and Mrs. Reed and Miss Junkins of Fort Dodge motored to Des Moines in their car to visit friends and relatives at Camp Dodge. They returned home Wednesday. Miss Tabitha Mash returned Monday from a ten days visit in St. Louis and Kansas City, Mo. She attended the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses which convened in St. Louis Aug. 20-23. Mesdames Grace Robinson and Lelia Robinson of Ottumwa visited the State Fair and cantonment this week. They were the guests of their cousin, Atty. S. Joe Brown. The Home Makers League met Tuesday, Aug. 27, at the home of Mrs. R. N. Hyre. One of the important features of the program was prayers offered for our boys in France. Lieutenant Harry Young of Illinois, and newly brought from Louisiana, arrived in our city last week to take up work at Camp Dodge. They are making their home with Mr. and Mrs. John L. Thompson on 20th St. Mr. R. Goodlow, a wealthy farmer of Montgomery county, spent a few days this week in our city. He has lived in Iowa about nine years. He owns 250 acres of fine Iowa land. He stopped at the Des Moines Hotel while here. Mrs. T. H. Phillips and little boy, Thomas, and mother, Mrs. Bailey, of Keokuk, Ia., spent a few days in our city visiting old friends, also the State Fair and Camp Dodge. While here she was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Buckner. NOTICE: Our City Collector will call on every city subscriber during September, so please pay up. Don't put them off or ask them to call again, but lay away your subscription money for our collector. This means everybody who owes the Bystander. Mr. J. T. Henderson of Ottumwa spent last Sunday in the city visiting his son, Arthur Henderson, who is mess sergeant in the 69th Co., 18th Battalion, 163rd Depot Brigade, and his nephew, Atty. S. Joe Brown. Atty. J. B. Rush, Des Moines' oldest Negro lawyer, was taken to Mercy hospital last Monday, where he underwent an operation for appendicitis. Dr. R. A. Dobson, his physician, says he is doing nicely at this writing, but will probably not be out for two or three weeks. Many homes were made desolate and many family ties were broken when most of the Des Moines boys members of the 804th Infantry, Camp Dodge, were entrained Wednesday for somewhere over there. Mr. John E. Bradford of Davenport, Iowa, Deputy Grand Master of Masons of Iowa, and wife spent Sunday and Monday in our city. They came to visit their boys that were out at Camp Dodge from Davenport, numbering 39. The Colored citizens and Hiram Masonic Lodge sent up presents to every one, also cigars, etc. While in the city Mr. Bradford and wife were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Thompson. Mrs. Maud Taylor, Mrs. J. H. Reynolds, Mrs. S. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Wilson, Editor John L. Thompson and E. K. Knox returned home Saturday from Moberly, Mo., where they had been attending the U. B. F. annual session. Those who left this city Monday to attend the D. G. H. H. of Ruth No. 21, which convenes in Cedar Rapids, were Mrs. Carrie E. Law, D. G. M. N. G. of D. G. H. H. of R. No. 21, Mrs. Della Bryant, D. G. W. R., Mrs. Frinetta Goggins, Mrs. Gus Nichols, Mrs. Lena Wilkinson. Mr. Henry Clay left Tuesday for Cedar Rapids, where he will attend the Iowa Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows. Master John Jones of Buxton spent several days this week visiting with his uncle, John W. Wilson, 1328 Jefferson ave. Mr. R. Irvin Johnson of Gravity, Ia, the son of Richard, a well to do farmer, passed through our city Tuesday en route to Clinton, Iowa, to re-enter the high school, from which he will finish this year and then enter the Iowa State University. He called at the Bystander office. Mr. and Mrs. T. F. Fowler on Chester Ave. are having some remodeling done on their home. They came here from the south nearly three years ago and have made wonderful progress in so short a time. Mrs. Fowler is a sister of two of Des Moines' highly respected citizens, Mr. Walter Humbard and Mrs. Maria Nesbit. J. W. Franklin of Des Moines, Ia., arrived home this evening after spending four days in Bedford, Ia., his boyhood home, visiting I. W. Franklin and Miss Lulu Franklin, his father and sister, also John H. Franklin, a brother, who is home on a furlough from Camp Grant, at Rockford, Ill. On Monday evening, Aug. 27, about twenty friends of the family gathered at the Franklin home on West Main St. as a surprise party on Mr. John H. Franklin to bid him farewell and godsend on his way across the brinley deep. Co. D, 804th Inf., of which he is a member, expects to start within a very few weeks. The party was a very quiet affair, as I. W. Franklin, the father, is just recovering from a very bad spell of sickness. The friends present presented Mr. John H. Franklin with a very fine edition of the Holy Bible, one of pocket size, that he can carry with him, and also a $1.00 Smilage book, as a token of their friendship and in memory of his departure from home to foreign lands in defence of his country's honor. Granulated Sore Eyes Cured. "For twenty years I suffered from a bad case of granulated sore eyes," says Martin Boyd, of Henrietta, Ky. "In February, 1903, a gentleman asked me to try Chamberlain's Salve. I bought one box and used about two-thirds of it and my eyes have not given me any trouble since." Condensed milk applied to the edges of the pieces of broken chinn will keep the article as intact as the majority of cements on the market today, writes Edwin W. Ely in a letter to the Electrical Experimenter. Mr. Ely adds that he has mended saucers that have withstood washings in hot water, and has mended a telescope lens of fairly large size with this unique cement. When a manufacturer or other producer of real wealth does a profitable business and turns his profits back into the business, he gives employment to men and creates more real wealth as he progresses year by year. He does more real good for his fellowmen than he would if he gave all his profits in charity, because it is better to make people self-supporting and independent than it is to give them something for nothing no matter how worthy the motives may be. "My young friends," said a member of the board of trustees, who was addressing the school, "let me urge upon you the necessity of not only reading good books, but also of owning them, so that you may have access to them at all times. Why, when I was a young man I used frequently to work all night to earn money to buy books, and then got up before daylight and read them." "Alma Mater." The phrase "alma mater," as applied to colleges and universities, is said to have originated in the University of Bonn, Germany. A statue of the Mother of Christ—the alma mater, or beloved mother, stands over the doorway of that famous seat of learning. From it the phrase received its origin. 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 go to bed between five and six o'clock, 5,240 between eight and nine; 156 between 11 and 12, and 45 between 12 and 1. It is to be hoped that there are no Beverly children who are not in their nightlies, safely tucked up, by one o'clock.-Boston Globe. All members of the Virginia Picnic Association will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. Owing to the high cost of living, we, the Virginia Picnic Association, at a regular meeting held at the home of S. C. Cary, that we will hold a family picnic this year. All members are requested to bring your baskets well filled. Picnic will be held at Union Park Monday, September 2, 1918. Our next meeting will be held at the S. C. Cary home, 215 Oxford St., August 11 at 4 p.m. All members wishing to join will be at that meeting. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Mr. C. H. Roane, President; W. K. Perry, Vice President; W. W. White, Financial Secretary; Mrs. Bell Drew, Treasurer; C. P. Jones, Recording Secretary. The Japanese do not sleep on European beds, but on many thick, soft puffs piled one on top of each other upon the floor. For bed covering they use more of the same kind of puffs. It is said that the Japanese emperor has 20 such puffs. One of those which cover him is made in the shape of a kimono and has a velvet collar. Probably he creeps inside of this, if he feels cold in the night. In Greek mythology Astraea, daughter of Zeus and Themis, was the goddess of justice. She is represented with a pair of balances in her hand and a crown of stars. She was the last of all the goddesses who left the earth when the golden age had passed away and men began to forge weapons and commit acts of violence. Indian Raised Cotton and Tobacco. 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. Instruments on an Airplane. The instruments on an airplane usually include an altimeter, for indicating the height; clock; compass; revolution indicator, showing the speed of the engine; speedometer, indicating the air speed of the airplane; and petrol and oil gauges, indicating the amount of fuel in the tanks. Simplest of Cements Put the Dollar to Work. Difficult Achievement "Alma Mater." Children's Bedtime. NOTICE Japanese Have No Beds Goddess of Justice. WITH OUR CHURCHES MAPLE ST. BAPTIST CHURCH. East Maple Street. Rev. Samuel Bates, pastor. 11:00 a. m.—Preaching. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 7:30—Preaching. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Cornithian Baptist Church Fifteenth and Linden Sts. G. W. Robinson, Pastor. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m.—Evening worship and preaching. Union Congregational Church. Tenth and Park Sts. Rev. H. E. King, pastor. 11 a. m.—Morning worship. 12:15 p. m.—Sunday school. Christian Endeavor at 6:15 p. m. Lieut. M. H. Thompson, president. Evening services at 7:30 p. m. Mid-week prayer meeting Wednesday. Everybody invited at all of these services. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church Second and Center Rev. S. L. Birt, D. D., Pastor. 10:45 a. m.—Preaching. 12:30 p. m.—Class meeting. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 8:00 p. m.—Evening worship. Union Baptist Church Sixteenth and M.Cormick. Rev. M. Toomey, Pastor. 9:30 a. m.—Sunday school. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 6 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m.—Preaching. Rev. E. S. Harrage Pastor. S. E. 15th and Shaw. 11:00 a. m.—Preaching. 1:00 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—V. C. E. Society. 8 p. m.—Preaching. Prayer and Class Meeting Friday night at 8 o'clock. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH. 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 a. m.—Class meeting. 6:30 p. m.—Epworth League. 7:30 p. m.—Preaching. Bethel A. M. E. Church Sixteenth and Filmore St. Rev. H. A. Perry, Pastor. 11 a. m.—Morning service. 12:30 p. m.—Class meeting. 1:00 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 7:30 p. m.—Evening worship. CHURCH OF GOD AND SAINTS OF CHRIST. 928 12th St. Elder E. W. Pittman, Pastor. Preaching every 4th Sunday A. M. 11:30. Preaching every Sunday evening, 7:30. Preaching every Wednesday evening, 7:30. Preaching every Friday evening, 7:30. Services all day Saturday. Mrs. Minnie Rainey 616 Des Moines Street OREO HAIR DRESSER Call Maple 3669 SATISFACTION GUARANTEED I USE THE OREO SYSTEM All cards of thanks or resolutions of condolence sent to be published in the Bystander must be accompanied by fifty cents to pay for setting and printing of same. Heretofore we have been publishing same free of charge, but owing to the high cost of paper, ink and type setting we are compelled to charge for same. BYSTANDER PRINTING CO. FREE STYLE, BOOK HAIR To Colored Women With the latest manufactures of Colored Women's Hair. Our latest book show--new style, dressing set free. Every colored woman should have we all have sands our hair and toilet articles. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back. We make the best sold Brass STRAIGHT ENING combs, with extra heavy back, fully guaranteed. With each comb we give lamp cap FREE. Send money address: MONDAY BACK IF NOT SATISFACTORY. $147 postpaid. 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Mrs. Oscar Roper was called to Muscatine on account of her brother's death, Lynchon Taylor. Mrs. Nora Robinson and Mrs. Minnie Singleton were Sunday visitors at the home of Mrs. Hurts at Rizorville.* Miss Ruth Singleton and brother, Master Virgie, were Sunday visitors at Hiteman at the home of Miss Ethel Lewis. Mrs. Eva Roper and mother and children will attend the State Fair at Des Moines Tuesday. Those wishing their hair straightened and cleaned call on Mrs. Eva Roper. Price reasonable. Mrs. Nancy Burns and Mrs. Thomas Lowrey and husbands were at Buxton a few days last week. ALBIA NEWS Prof. Russell S. Bailey of Camp Dodge was a guest of the Misses Lewis Sunday evening. Mrs. Eldest Walls returned Sunday night after a week's visit in Moulton. She was accompanied to Albia by Mr. Walls, en route to Camp Dodge. The A. M. E. Sunday school and colored citizens of Albia with the Hock- ing people gave a picnic at Hagan Park and Skating Rink on Thursday of last week. The Monroe County Fair closed here. A number from Hocking, Hiteman and Buxton were in. A number from Hiteman visited at the home of Mr. Lou Franklin on Sunday. Ten coaches passed through Albia en route to Des Moines for Camp Dodge Sunday. ORIGINAL NOTICE In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County. September Term, A. D. 1918. Chas. Higgins, Plaintiff, vs. Ella Beatrice Higgins, Defendant. To Ella Beatrice Higgins: You are hereby notified that on or before the 1st day of September, A. D. 1918, the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause is now 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 a divorce from the bonds of matrimony on the ground of desertion and adultery. For further particulars see petition, and unless you appear thereto and defend before noon of the second day of the next term, being the September term of said court, which will commence at Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, on the 3rd day of September, 1918, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. GALESBURG. ILL. Allen Chapel reports excellent services all day Sunday. Rev. Garrison returned from down states, where he spent several days in Quincy, Canton and Bushnell. Rev. Garrison is busy collecting his conference claims. Mrs. M. Jackson will give a program at Odd Fellows Hall Friday evening, Sept. 6. Imperial Orchestra under the direction of Miss Fletcher will furnish music. Admission 25c. Mrs. Garrison is expecting Mrs. A. A. Green of Council Bluffs, Iowa, to spend a few weeks. Hurburgh meeting will be held at Chas. Anderson's store Tuesday, September 3. Mrs. L. Fisher will give a patriotic program for the benefit of Allen Chapel some time in the near future. Mrs. A. Allen visited her husband, Alfano, at Camp Dodge last week. He is enjoying camp fine. All the Galesburg boys sent their best regards to all. Miss M. Scott of Keokuk is the guest Miss M. Scott of Keokuk is the guest of Miss Florence Fletcher. Miss V. South of Keokuk is visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. South. Night Choir of Allen Chapel will give a program Labor Day. Five o'clock dinner will be served. Public is cordially invited. Miss B. Anderson and Mr. H. Pruitt entertained about 25 friends Saturday evening in honor of Miss M. Scott of Keokuk. Evening was spent in cards and dancing. Mr. Lawrence Hazel and sister Hortense of Duluth, Minn., are visiting relatives and friends. THE BYSTANDE Miss I. Fletcher entertained a large number of friends at a picnic in honor of Miss M. Scott of Keokuk. A party was given in the evening at the home of Mrs. G. G. Fletcher. The evening was spent in dancing. Out of town guests were Miss V. White of Keokuk and Miss J. Brown of Peoria. Funeral services of the late Mrs. Elliot were held at the residence Sunday afternoon, Rev. Scott officiating. She left to mourn her death a husband and son. Burial was made in Linwood cemetery. Wood River Baptist Association is in progress. Monday evening reported forty delegates. A large number is expected to be present before the week end. Mr. T. Watters, Jr., who has been taking special course at Wendell Phillips college in Chicago, spent Sunday in the city. They will leave Chicago for Georgia Wednesday. Mrs. George Castleman is in a critical condition at this writing. Mr. H. Johnson was stricken with a paralytic stroke Sunday. He is able to walk around in the house. Mrs. F. Williams, Flemmings, Berry and Hazel are on the sick list. They are much improved at this writing. Mr. F. Williams was called to Buxton by the death of his sister, Mrs. H. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. E. McGill left for Hannibal, Mo., to visit her parents. Mr. T. Bates of Chicago is visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. D. A Dishman and Miss Wynn entertained 40 guests last Tuesday evening. The evening was spent in cards and other games. The guests of honor were Mr. Walter Dishman and daughter of Elgin, Ill. After a three course luncheon the guests departed, voting Mrs. Dishman and Miss Wynn most delightful hostesses. Mrs. George Tyler and Miss Bessie Coleman of Boone, and Miss Coleman, one of St. Louis' school teachers, were visiting their brother, Fred Coleman, this week. Mrs. J. W. Neoley is reported ill. Mrs. Frank Hill entertained in honor of Miss Bessie Coleman and Mrs. George Perkins Friday evening. Services were well attended Sunday night at the A. M E. Mission. DAVENPORT ITEMS. Mrs. Lucas of Chicago is visiting her son-in-law and daughter, Rev. and Mrs. C. R. Waters. Rev. R. B. Penn of Ft. Madison was in the city Monday, a dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Johnson. Mrs. Emma Brooks, W. P. of Constellation Temple, and M. E. Queen of the Tri-City Royal House, has returned from Peoria, where she attended the Grand Temple of S. & M. T. Mrs. Brooks was elected First Chamberlain of the Grand Royal House. The Young People's Lyceum met with Mr. Ernest Demitry last Wednesday night. Mr. Arthur D. Williams, business manager of the Vindicator, has gone to Kansas City to visit his mother. Mrs. Ella Fqua has been quite sick again, but is recovering. Four of our boys were sent to Camp Dodge for training last week and seven FORT DODGE, IOWA DAVENPORT ITEMS. are called to go Saturday of this week. Mr. D. S. Johnson was in Muscatine last week to see his niece, Mrs. Luba Crowder, who underwent an operation at the Mercy hospital. Hiram Lodge No. 19, A. F. & A. M., sent John E. Bradford to Des Moines to take a large donation of smokes and stamps to the drafted boys from Davenport at Camp Dodge. Hiram is known for its generosity. Mrs. Gertrude Stevens is on the sick list. Next Sunday is a dollar rally at Bethel A. M. E. church for the benefit of the trustees. Mrs. Nona Cain, W. M. of Naomi Chapter No. 1, will leave very soon for Chicago to join her husband, Wm. Cain. Thus Davenport loses one of its best families. Roy Smith, who is in training at Camp Dodge, was a visitor in the city last week at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Howard. John E. Bradford, D. G. M., Dr. Robert S. Taylor, D. S. Johnson, Chas. Shepard, Maley Marshall and M. O. Culberson, Jr., of Davenport went to Muscatine to constitute Pearl City Lodge No. 39. Mrs. Maggie Rice, East Locust St., has returned from Peoria, where she attended the Grand Temple of S. of M. T. Mrs. C. H. Marshall attended the Grand Chapter of O. E. S. at Rockford, Ill., and reports a splendid session. Mrs. Marshall visited Camp Grant and is loud in her praise of the boys stationed there. 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