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THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Blvd Historical Room XXV No.25 WHEN OUR BOYS GO BACK TO DIXIE. When our boys go back to Dixie, Tell me, will things be the same? Since they helped to win the victory, Won't there somehow be a change? Won't that "Jim Crow" law now van ish, Like the sunlight makes the dew! The democracy they fought for, Won't it benefit them too? Won't that lynching be discarded, Like old garments for the new? For our Dixie boys fought bravely 'Neath the old Red, White and Blue. When you give your boys a welcome On returning from the war, Don't forget our boys fought also, Side by side along with your's. Many a mother down in Dixie Has a son "somewhere in France." When the boys go back to Dixie, Give our colored boys a chance. Mrs. Mae Lewis, 1316 N. 4th St. West, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. NOTICE TO CLUB WORKERS. At the close of the annual session in May we found ourselves with less than $10.00 in our treasury. Since that time I have been asking women over the state to contribute something that our minutes might be paid for. The minutes are in the hands of club women. The publisher is asking for the money for publication of same. The minutes were $55.00. In a few days you will receive a notice from the corresponding secretary for each club and each City Federation to send in $1.00 towards this fund. Buxton Club has already contributed $1.00, Marshall-town $1.10. Please when you receive the notice respond at once. The minutes can not be published for 15 cents per capita as heretofore, when we were paying $30.00 for publication we were paying 15 cents per capita. Now, with all prices doubled, some trebled, we can not but see the need of more money to meet this deficit. All money to be sent to the treasurer, Mrs. L. Horne, Cedar Bapide, town, 715 17th Ave. East. The publisher wants the money by the first of the year. May I depend on you? Martha P. White. The Harvest Festival given by the Trustee Aid of Bethel A. M. E. Church went over the top financially, surpassing any previous effort. The T. L. O. Club sent a box containing apples, cookies, candy and chewing gum to the colored soldiers of Ft. Des Moines last week. Mrs. Alberta Carter is the newly elected chairman of the P. E. committee and they are making preparation for an entertainment. The Red Cross rooms in Bethel A. M. E. Church are open every Friday afternoon. The president, Mrs. Francis Baker, is anxious to get out a large number of refugee garments. The Dorcas Sewing Circle of the Third Baptist Church served dinner Thanksgiving. The receipts of the day were quite satisfactory. A wedding that brings forth best wishes from a large number of friends is that of Mr. Lawson Carroll and Mrs. Nettie Wright. Rev. S. B. Walkup of Moline performed the ceremony. Mr. A. D. Corbin of Chicago is in the city to remain indefinitely. Mrs. Ed Hall of St. Louis, who has been here assisting Mrs. Ida Cunningham in caring for her husband during his fatal illness, has returned to her home. Mr. B. F. Oney of Weskan, Kan., will hereafter reside in this city at the home of his son, Logan, 404 Bridge Ave. Thanksgiving was fittingly observed at Bethel A. M. E. Church. Rev. S. B. Moore preached a splendid sermon, the choir sang, and every one seemed thankful for their many blessings. Dinner was served in the dining room to a large number, all of whom seemed well pleased with their bountiful, well cooked, nicely served dinner. The P. E. committee will give a musical Dec. 19 at Bethel A. M. E. Church and serve supper also. The Willing Workers of Bethel A. M. E. Church were reorganized last Saturday with 24 members. The election of officers resulted as follows: Miss Emma Brown, president; Miss Orlevia Wilson, vice president; Miss Lorene Clifton, secretary; Miss Hazel Smith, assistant secretary; Mr. Raymond Moore, treasurer. The club made arrangements for a program to be rendered in the near future, also for a "Calendar Tea" during the holidays. Mrs. James Harding and daughter, Hortence, of Monmouth, Ill., were Thanksgiving guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Green. Mrs. Briggs of Elgin, Ill., spent Thanksgiving in this city visiting her husband, who is employed at the Rock Island arsenal. On account of the flu the missionary meeting was postponed until next week. The Junior Missionary Society will be reorganized at the same time. Mrs. Nelson Lewis of Mendota, Ill., is in the city visiting her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brooks. Mrs. Thompson is seriously ill with the influenza. Others suffering with the same disease are Mrs. Sarah Davey, Odessa Thompson, Mrs. Hockedy, Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Crowder and son, Master Balph, spent Thanksgiving day in the parental Smith home in Evans. Mrs. Chas. Wilson and children left Wednesday for their home in Ottumwa. Mrs. Wilson has been a victim of the flu for several weeks in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Jones. They were accompanied hom by her sister, Miss Edna Jones, who went on to Washington for Thanksgiving, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Theodora Turner. Mrs. Margrette Jones and daughter, Miss Louise, of Cedar Rapids, left Wednesday for a visit in the parental Horne home over Thanksgiving. Splendid services at the Second Baptist Church Sunday, after being absent five or six weeks owing to the quarantine. Two very able sermons were delivered by the pastor. It being the first Sunday, covenant meeting was observed Sunday morning after the sermon, Lord's supper in the evening. Rev. R. P. Palmer, pastor of the Second Baptist Church, and his people have entered again on their $1,000 drive for the purpose of building a new church. The pastor expects to devote much of his time this winter in raising the money. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bush entertained at Thanksgiving dinner Mr. and Mrs. Robt, Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Clark and guest of honor, Walter Smith of Chicago. Mrs. Paul Brown of Kansas City, Kans., is a guest of Miss Marie Breckner and daughter, Mrs. Brick Wooten. Mrs. Susan Stewart's grandchildren of Centerville were Thanksgiving guests. Rev. D. W. Brown was a business visitor in Ft. Madison and Keokuk last week. Mrs. Alonza Adams and sons, Masters Jesse and Robert, left Tuesday morning for Therber, Tex., for a two months' visit among relatives and friends. Geo. W. Jones spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. He returned Sunday night. Mr. H. H. Jeffries and wife entertained at Thanksgiving dinner Brow. D. W. Brecon and wife, and Henry Hookday and Wife. Atty. Geo. H. Woodson was in town Monday attending to business. Word came of the arrival of a baby girl in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Bledsoe, Marshall, Tex., Nov. 29. Mrs. Bledsoe will be remembered as the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Allen. Say grandpa to Frank, then watch for the grin. CLINTON, IOWA. Quarterly meeting will be held at Bethel A. M. E. Church on Sunday, Dec. 15th. It is hoped the services will be well attended. Relatives and friends were grieved the past week to learn of the death of Rev. Louis Routt of Kewaunee, Ill. No particulars have been received as to the cause of death. Clinton still has some delinquent subscribers. The Bystander has been patient beyond endurance. If you do not receive your paper in the future you will know the cause. The government demands all subscriptions cancelled that are delinquent up to a certain time. That does not release a subscriber, however, from paying his obligation. The supper scheduled for Wednesday evening by the Friendly Club was postponed on account of the alarming flu conditions, which made it necessary to place the city under a quarantine law. Mrs. S. V. Emerson, who was injured on the night of Nov. 11th by being knocked down by an auto, has been removed to her home from the hospital, where she is doing as well as can be expected. Recent advices from Chicago are that Mrs. Holland Williams, who went to that city to spend Thanksgiving with her mother and other relatives, has been stricken with the flu and is quite ill. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Culberson mourn the loss of their 2 year old daughter, Bertha Louise, who passed away Wednesday evening, Dec. 4th. She is survived by her parents, three brothers, Carl and Vincent of this city, and Clifford, in France; two sisters, Anna and Margaret, also of this city. A short funeral service was held at the home Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. W. W. Williams officiated. She was laid at rest in Springdale cemetery. Mrs. Scott Robinson spent Thanksgiving at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Easley in Freeport, Ill. The annual Christmas exercises of Bethel A. M. E. S. S. will be held on Christmas eve. Mr. Scott Robinson is around again after a slight illness last week. Mrs. Mayme Williams is nicely located in a lunch room and confectionery which she opened to the public a few days ago, where she hopes to meet all of her friends. Its location is Maple avenue between 2nd and 3rd Sts. For That Dull Feeling After Eating, "I have used Chamberlain's Tablets for some time, and can testify that they have done me more good than any tablets I have ever used. My trouble was a heavy dull feeling after eating."—David Freeman, Kempt, Nova Scotia. DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1918. der and giving These tablets strengthen the stomach and improve the digestion. They also regulate the liver and bowels. They are far superior to pills but cost no more. Mrs. Carrie Carter and Mrs. Martha Turner of Omaha, Neb., accompanied the body home of Miss Villa Oliver, who died in that city. Mr. and Mrs. John Burton left for CEDAR RAPIDS IOWA Mr. Gerald P. Baker was married at Canton, Mo., Dec. 4th. Baker expects to reside in this city. We wish he and wife success. Mrs. Lelia Brown has returned to her home in Minneapolis, Minn., after a pleasant visit with her father and brother, James and Leroy Warren. Mrs. L. D. Lowery returned from Marshalltown, Wednesday, where she was the guest of her mother, Mrs. Warn. Mrs. Katie Lee, who has been the guest of her sister, Mrs. Cora Mack, returned to her home in Carrollton, Mo. Attorney S. Joe Brown of Des Moines delivered an address at Bethel A. M. E. Church Friday night, and assisted in organizing a branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Attorney Brown is the founder and first president of the local branch in Des Moines. Mr. L. D. Lowery was elected president, Mrs. Anna Nelson vice president, W. A. Brown secretary and W. H. Milligan treasurer. Mrs. C. P. Harrison and daughter, Eloise, spent several days in Cacomb, Ills. Mrs. Adelaide Flowers returned Saturday evening from Macomb, Ills., where she was called on account of illness of her mother. Mrs. Cora Mack, who has been very ill, is much better. Those still on the sick list are Miss Lott, Mrs. Mattie Butler and Mrs. Floyd. Anyone having news, or subscribers wishing to pay, call 3069 W. ALBIA NEWS J. W. (Blind) Boone Concert Co., consisting of Blind Boone and three others, played in Albia on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at the Christian Church. The opening of a church by the people of Hocking on Sunday took Rev. J. W. Dowden and a number of his members of the A. M. E. Church in Albia. Miss Bernice Jones assisted in the choir service. The Sewing Circle Club met at the home of Mrs. Delia Thomas on Monday afternoon. There are a number on the sick list, but none with the Spanish influenza. Mrs. Mary Harris is in Buxton with her sister, Mrs. Alice Stevenson. (Special to Bystander.) Rev. C. Thomas, who passed away Sunday evening, Dec. 1st, at 6:30, was born in Mississippi, Warren county, in 1851. Was married to Miss Anna Lee, April 14, 1863. Came to Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, in 1864, and lived there seven years. Moved to Albia and made this their future home. He lived a conscientious Christian life up to his death. The last song he sang was "A Charge to Keep I Have, a God to Glorify" and "I'm Going Home to Die no More." He would ask the time and what day it was, then he reached out his hands for someone to hold them, and closed his eyes for the last and slept in the arms of Jesus. He was ordained by Bishop Benjamin W. R. Net at Moline, Iowa, in 1896. He then built a church in Indianola, Iowa, which he was pastor of. Born to the union of Rev. Thomas and Mrs. Indanna Thomas were nine children, Buragod, Lulua, Britten, Cora, Carrie James, Pearl, Anna, John and Arthur. He leaves to mourn his death a loving wife, Mrs. Indanna Thomas, two daughters, Mrs. Wm. McCarty, Mrs. Carrie L Griffith, three sons, Britten, Pearl and John, sixteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He died on his birthday. His remains were interred in Oak View cemetery, Albia, Wednesday, Dec. 3, 1918. MACON, MO., NEWS Mr. Celie Henderson and Monta Grant of Camp Funston are back home. We are glad to see them again. Mr. May Burton is better and waiting for that great turkey dinner for Christmas. The wedding bells will soon ring out again. Just "wait." Mrs. Ray Houston and Artmelee Jackson were shoppers Saturday in Moberly. Rev. Rox preached two excellent sermons Sunday morning and night and is wearing a broad smile for little A. R. Fox, Jr., who made his appearance last week for the world democracy. Mrs. Alberta Young of St. Louis is visiting her mother, Mrs. M. Young, a few days and will go on to Rock Island, Ill., to visit her sister, Mrs. L. Harper. Mrs. Minnie Davis, Myrtle Leland and Carrie McCampbell, Mrs. C. Ray are all victims of the flu. Somewhat better at present. Master Harris Xenophen Crewes is able to be up and getting along O. K. The little Williams girl, age 5 years old, died last Friday with the influenza and pneumonia, a little daughter of Jim Henderson. Mrs. Mildren Webster left today for Keokuk, Iowa, to be at the bedside of her daughter, Mrs. Smith. Rev. J. W. L. Underwood was able to be out Sunday, but did not preach. Mrs. Cora A. Harris entertained at dinner Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. John Burton of Omaha, Neb. RECORDS INCLUDED With a Big, High Grade PHONOGRAPH at $79.00 Mrs. Carrie Carter and Mrs. Martha Turner of Omaha, Neb., accompanied the body home of Miss Vila Oliver, who died in that city. Mr. and Mrs. John Burton left for Clarence to visit before going to Iowa. Mrs. Aleta Jackson and Mrs. M. Clark spent a few hours shopping in Moberly, Mo., last week. A WORD TO OUR DELIQUENT SUBSCRIBERS We have been running in our paper for the past few weeks an important notice to our delinquent subscribers, stating that unless you paid up to within one year your name will be cut off by the first of the year by order of the Government. We have sent personal letters to all urging them to pay, and we have received many responses, yet there are a few that have not answered our letter or paid any attention to the notice. This is not right. Those of you who are back more than one year should be fair and manly enough to pay within the limit. This is our last appeal through the Bystander and we have written you our last letter, so don't be alarmed if you receive letters from other sources. SIoux CITY, IOWA. (Special to Bystander) Mr. John Williams, an old pioneer settler of Sioux City, Iowa, died Monday afternoon, Dec. 2, at his home after a lingering illness. Mr. Williams was a well known citizen, having many friends and admirers among both the white and colored races. He was very prominent in church and secret societies. He was a most loyal and patriotic citizen, having served his time in the navy and being at the time of his death a member of the G. A. R. and also a member of the Malone Chapel A. M. E. Church and Masonic Order. When Mr. Williams first came to Sioux City he had charge of the post-office under Postmasters Crawford, Kirk and Nash, being the first janitor of the present building. He was also in charge of the First Presbyterian Church when they built their present new church and they wanted him to take charge of it, but because of the heavy work he had to refuse. He then took charge of Capt. Learddy's private car and kept in this capacity until his health called. His next job was at Mt. Sinana Temple, where he had worked for the past eleven years. He is survived by his widow and a sister. 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The Bystander is the only Afro-American journal published in Iowa, and the oldest west of the Mississippi River that has never missed an issue. It was established in 1894, and is read by nearly all the colored people of Iowa. This notice applies to all writers, contributors, agents and correspondents. Sign all articles, write only upon one side of paper, write a plain hand and spell accurately. Do not send in names of persons at parties event. Do not give an eulogy or write your personal comment upon classes, all societies, all religious denominations should be recognized. S imply tell the news or event in a brief, simple manner and let the readers of The Bystander comment. Write the news of all and lay aside your personal whims or ideas. We have correspondents in the followin- in towns: Albia ..... Miss May Davis Monmouth, Ill. Mrs. Bernice Metlock Clinton ..... A. A. Buah Mason, Mo. ..... Lucy Harris St. Paul, Min. Mrs. Hattie Hicks Rock Island, Ill. Miss B. Edmunds Davenport ..... Mrs. D. J. Johnson Oakaloosa ..... Mrs. Cora Moore Centerville ..... Mrs. A. L. Crittenden Omaha, Neb. ..... Mrs. Murel Brown Ottumwa ..... Miss Marguerite Davis Moberly, Mo. ..... Miss Lee Etta Owens Galesburg, Ill. ..... Miss B. Anderson Quincy, Ill. ..... Mrs. Mattie Lilly Baxton, Iowa ..... Edward Mills Knoxville, Iowa ..... Mrs. H. Bryson Council Bluffs ..... Miss Agnes Fountain Keokuk, Iowa ..... Miss B. Smith Mason City ..... W. L. Wiginton Cedar Rapids ..... Mrs. Cora Harrison Burlington ..... Mrs. Hale Moline, Ill. ..... Miss Hable G. Torver Heokuk, Ia. ..... Miss Mary Smith Ottumwa, Ia. ..... Miss Margrette Davis Chillicothe, Mo. ..... Mrs. Ruth Anderson Clarinda, Ia. ..... Viola Walker COLORED PROOPERS INVADE GERMAN SOIL. Somewhere in France, Nov. 10.—In the battle raging today in the American advance towards Motz, the 92nd division, one of the colored combatant divisions over here, played a big role. Not only was its black infantry and machine gun units up at the front, in the thickest of it, but its artillery, the 167th brigade of field artillery was on the line, behaving like veterans, laying down a barrage for the infantry that was marvelously effective, and they established a reputation which has been made by but few, among French, British or Americans, of laying down a barrage that did not entrap, and fatally so, their own men. This has been a glorious day for the black soldiers. The fighting is still on, and I have just received the intimation that the casualty toll may be heavy, depressingly so, for Metz, and the sector around about it, is strongly fortified by the Germans, and resistance determined. Metz is considered by experts to be the strongest fortified city in the world, almost, if not so, as impregnable as the fortifications of the Dardanelles. But the Americans are hammering away at it, and only the signing of the armistice terms by the Germans, by eleven o'clock tomorrow, will save Metz from falling. Even as it is, colored soldiers are now on German soil. The busky invaders include the colored soldiers of the 92nd division, embracing the "Buffaloes" or 207th, the 365th and 366th regiments of infantry and the 167th brigade of field artillery, composed of the 349th, 360th and 351st regiments and the 317th trench mortar battery, and all are conducting themselves with a fortitude and valor that have won for them high praise from their commanding officers every time they have been put to any test. TO CLUB WORKERS I was enabled to place the H. A. Hower message with every club president. Also to Bed Cross auxiliaries in towns where no club exists; into towns where we hope to organize clubs, and to interested women where numbers are insufficient for organizations. Literature from national and state headquarters was sent out for Conservation week, also the conservation program was requested carried out. Through national and state headquarters we will endeavor to keep in close touch with war activities. Very gratifying indeed are the letters from women of the state who stand ready to co-operate in every way. I wish to join the Red Cross organizations and convalescent boys at Fort Des Moines hospital in thanking the War Work chairman, her committee, and all women of the state who so kindly remembered to share their blessings with those who sacrificed so much. Also the citizens of Des Moines who opened their homes at Thanksgiving. Christmas plans are under way. Let each one feel responsible for the happiness of those far removed from home and friends on this day of "Peace on earth, good will to men," which this year will have a new meaning. CENTERVILLE NEWS. Sunday was a beautiful day and all services were well attended. Rev. M. Carrington preached two soul stirring sermons. The social given by the janitor committee Saturday night proved to be a great success. The Sunday School is preparing for their Christmas program. Bro. Joseph Saunders is on his road to recovery. Mrs. Clara Leek is reported very ill at her home on W. Garfield St. Mr. and Mrs. Ceary Noah and Clifford Thompkins took dinner with Mr. and Mrs. J. Hicks Sunday, Dec. 8. Mrs. J. Davis has done some remodeling on their home, also installed electric lights. Mr. Guy E. Noah arrived in the city Sunday morning from Camp Dodge, where he has been stationed for several months. Mrs. Lizzie Jeter and Miss Helen Jeter were calling on Mrs. H. Bruce Marshall Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Clara G. Jones and Mrs. Hannah Cobbs ate supper with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Triplett Sunday evening. Mr. G. Johnson, Jr., arrived in the city Tuesday afternoon from Camp Dodge, where he has been for several months. Mrs. Millie Longly and Miss Ida Connelly and Mr. Roy Massingale of Mystic were all visiting in the city Sunday. Miss Isabelle Connelly and Mr. Leroy Foster were quietly married Saturday night, Dec. 7, by Rev. J. W. Woods. We all wish Mr. and Mrs. Foster a long and happy life. A large number attended the Blind Boone concert held at the Drake Ave. theater Monday night, Dec. 8. Mr. Wm. Kearney is reported somewhat better, also Bro. Joseph Saunders. The Sunday school will give an entertainment Saturday night, Dec. 14. Mrs. S. H. Jones and daughter Aldeen, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Brown and son William were calling on their mother, Mrs. A. L. Crittenden. Miss Christina Crittenden is able to be out again after suffering with a severe cold. Mrs. Ursula Mays is reported some better, also little Joseph Brown. Mrs. Tillie Thompson is reported on the sick list. The B. Y. P. U. are planning on having a debate New Year's. Mr. R. T. Terrell received word from his son Clifford, who has been sick with the Spanish influenza at the home of his mother in Des Moines, stating he is somewhat better. MYSTIG NEWS. (Special to Bystander) Mr. Roe Cunningham has returned home from the north, where he has been working for the last six months. Mr. Lee Miller was visiting in Ottumwa, Saturday and Sunday. Miss Marion Franklin, daughter of Rev. B. Franklin, died Friday, Dec. 6, and was buried Saturday the 7th. We extend to the family our heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement. Mrs. E. J. Tibbs is feeling some better at this writing. Rev. J. W. Wood preached two spiritual sermons at First Baptist Church Sunday. The pastor's 'Aid Club' met at the home of Mr. Wm. Hookday Thursday evening and a very pleasant evening was spent. A short program was rendered, after which luncheon was served. C. E. Best received an appointment as substitute mail carrier in Centerville, but owing to being a non-resident and also the entrance salary would not meet the present high cost of living, he resigned the appointment. Those reported on the sick list are Mrs. E. Tibbs, Earl and Isaac Clark. 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 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 nighties, safely tucked up, by one o'clock—Boston Globe. THE BYSTANDER R. C. COOKING "HITS" FRANCE JUST RIGHT Expert Dietitians Device Palatable Menus for Soldiers in Hospitals and Canteens. France is much interested in American cooking, which is truly a gratifying compliment to a nation which prints its fashionable menus mostly in French. The two hundred and more American Red Cross canteens detting both the French and American lines of communication have been a success with the Pollu as well as the Yank, and that well known French organisation for the wounded, known as the Blen-Extre du Blesse, has opened a number of model kitchens in French hospitals, usually in charge of amateur dietitians, who consult a professional dietitian provided by the American Red Cross, who goes about among these hospitals and offers suggestions and advice. Three hundred trained dietitians are now in service in hospitals, canteens or kitchens on Red Cross hospital trains in France. The American Expeditionary Force took with it a trained dietitian for each base hospital. These women are civilian employees of the Army, recruited through the Bureau of Dietitian Service of the American Red Cross. Red Cross Model Farms. For the double purpose of providing enough fresh milk and vegetables for sick soldiers in hospitals and well soldiers in canteens and providing healthful outdoor exercise for the patients well along in their convalescence the Red Cross has established a number of farms and dairies in connection with hospitals. Beaides their great practical value they have given an enormous amount of entertainment to the men. The French government, more than interested, has loaned some thousands of cows, and altogether it is a scheme which appeals to everybody. But it is not alone for the soldiers that the Red Cross does some of its thinking in terms of cooking and food stuffs. The Bureau of Dietitian Service has helped to solve the food problem of civilian refugees. The American Red Cross in France thinks in terms of huge figures, marvelous systems of transportation, tons of shipping space, and it also thinks in terms of the white of egg or orange juice for one single boy. That is why 22,000,000 people have affiliated themselves with the American Red Cross and why Christmas this year in the United States is marked by the Red Cross Christmas Roll Call. MANY LIVES SAVED IN MINNESOTA FIRE Herolic devotion to duty on the part of Red Cross workers in northeastern Minnesota saved hundreds of lives, soothed untold pain and fed, housed and comforted tens of thousands of homeless refugees in the awful forest fires which devastated a district of 160 square miles. The Duluth Red Cross immediately formed a committee, opened the armory, the churches and the courthouse as a temporary refuge for the victims. The canteen service in Duluth and also in Superior, Wisconsin, served hot meals. The First Aid Department of the Nursing Service had physicians and nurses ready to meet all the incoming trains, and the Motor Corps scoured all the roads leading out of Duluth, bringing in hundreds of people who were exposed to extreme peril, and worked for 24 hours without pause for rest. UNIVERSAL MEMBERSHIP. The purpose of the Red Cross Christmas Roll Call, expressed in the fewest possible words, is to see that every man and woman in every city and community throughout the United States, and wherever Americans may be, has the opportunity to join the Red Cross or to renew his or her membership. Nothing short of universal membership is the goal. A 1919 Red Cross membership button is to be given to each person enrolling, as well as a Red Cross Service Flag, with a cross for each member of the family enrolled. Every home in America and every business office should have on display a Service Flag the week before Christmas, when the Roll Call will take place. The Greatest Mother in the World Join the Red Cross All You Need is a Heart and a Dollar STATUTORY NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF THE BANKERS RESERVE FINANCE CORPORATION, OF DES MOINES, IOWA. To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given of the organization of a corporation for pecuniary profit under the provisions of Chapter 1, Title IX, of the Code of Iowa, and acts amendatory thereof and supplemental thereto, as follows: The name of this corporation is the BANKERS RESERVE FINANCE CORPORATION, and its principal place of business is at Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa; its Articles of Incorporation are of record in the office of the recorder of deeds of Polk County, Iowa, and also in the office of Secretary of the State of Iowa, and a certificate of incorporation has been duly issued pursuant to law. The object and purpose of this corporation shall be the handling of securities of every kind and description, and especially securities in which banks, trust companies and insurance companies may lawfully invest; it shall have the right to purchase or otherwise acquire, hold, handle, sell and otherwise dispose of all forms of negotiable paper or other securities of every class or character; to deal in warehouse receipts, bills of lading, patents, trade marks, and copyrights; to borrow, or raise money, by the issuing and selling of bonds, bills of exchange, notes, certificates and other commercial paper or corporate obligations, and to secure the payment thereof by mortgages, deeds of trust or otherwise; to act as bailie of money, securities or other things of value, and to provide safety deposit boxes for its customers; to act as fiscal or financial agents, and as holding company for others; to purchase, or otherwise acquire, hold, develop, deal in, manage, operate, develop, sell and otherwise dispose of real estate and real estate interest; to guarantee and defend the title to real estate; to act as real estate or insurance agents; to promote and give financial aid to corporate enterprises of every kind and character; to investigate the credit, financial solvency and sufficiency of borrowers. (See Article III of the Charter.) The amount of Capital Stock of this corporation is One Hundred Thousand ($100,000) Dollars, divided into nineteen hundred (1900) shares of Common stock of the part value of Fifty ($50) Dollars each, and one hundred (100) shares of Founder's stock of the par value of Fifty ($50) Dollars each. No stock shall be sold for less than 100% of its par value, and no certificate shall be issued for such stock until the corporation has received payment thereof in cash, or property; and before any such stock is issued for anything other than cash, authority for such exchange must be secured from the Executive Council of the State of Iowa, as by law provided. This corporation commenced business on the 24th day of October, 1918, and shall continue for a period of twenty years thereafter unless sooner dissolved by a majority of the holders of the Founder's stock issued and outstanding; provided, however, that the corporate period of this corporation may be extended for the time and in the manner, as provided by law. The affairs of this corporation shall be conducted by a Board of Directors consisting of nine members, elected by and from the stockholders, which shall be held on the third Tuesday of October, 1919, at o'clock P. M., at the office of the company in Des Moines, Iowa. The Common shareholders are entitled to elect four directors, and the holders of the Founder's stock shall be entitled to elect five members, or one more member than the number elected by the holders of the Common shares. An Executive Committee, consisting of three members, elected by and from the directors, shall be vested with all the powers of the Board of Directors, and enjoy all of the rights and privileges of the Board when the same is not in session, and when a meeting of Founder's stockholders is not being held. An Advisory Board, consisting of not less than fifteen nor more than twenty-five members, shall be appointed by the Board of Directors from the stockholders, and shall meet with the Board of Directors or Executive Committee in an advisory capacity. The Board of Directors shall elect from their own number the three members of the Executive Committee, a chairman, a president, a vice president, a secretary, and a treasurer; and also from the stockholders, the members of the Advisory Board; and also such other officers, representatives and employees as the Board may deem necessary. Until formal action is taken by the Board of Directors, the Board of Directors shall consist of J. G. 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The Peerless Walker System, Ready MONEY and the Door way to Prosperity. A Diploma From Lelia College of Hair Culture, is the Magic Key. DRESSMAKING WANTED — Mrs Irane Taylor, 1421 Crocker St. When in our city stop at the Des Meines 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 8618. For neatly furnished modern rooms for strangers and soldiers' wives look me ever at 811 W. 14th St. Also for good meals call at my Cafe, 922 Center St. Mrs. Louise Cooper. FOR SALE-A SNAP. A seven room modern house with a barn for a garage in a fine part of the city, North Des Moines, on 6th Ave. Inquire at the office for this location and splendid terms. CITY SUBSCRIBERS We have been calling on all of our delinquent subscribers in this city the past month and many are not at home when we call, and many have been at home and have gladly paid, but still a few whom we have been unable to see have not telephoned us or called in to the office and paid up yet. We now ask that those of you who are back, please call in this month and settle up or telephone us when you can come. Please attend to this at once. Mr. Jesse Estelle, who was sick last week, is better. Mrs. Nellie Esters has been on the sick list the past week. Mr. J. B. Thompson has been confined to his home on account of illness the past week. The Thompson Hotel at 9th and Park Streets, a modern hotel. Rooms by the day or week. Call up Market 1399. Mrs. Broyles, Proprietor. Mr. Gus Nichols, who has been very sick, is improving this week, which is good news to his many friends, as Gus is seldom sick. The Royal House of U. B. F. Lodge will hold their regular meeting Tuesday, Dec. 17, at their hall. Every member is requested to be present. Business of importance. Mrs. B. E. Reynolds, E. Q. Our holiday issue will appear next week. Those having letters from our soldier boys from France or any other contributions, please send them in at once. Abury M: E. Church third quarterly meeting will be held Dec. 15th at 3 p.m., 10th and Park Sts. All churches and their congregations and pastors are asked to be present, Rev. F. D. Woodford, pastor. Rev. Geo. W. Robsnson, Rev. S. Bates and Rev. G. W. Reynolds returned Wednesday from a business trip to Keokuk, Iowa, where they attended the board meeting of the Iowa Baptist Association. The Phyllis Wheatly Patriotic League met with the president, Mrs. Emory J. Jackson, 1223 McKinley St., Dec. 11th. Adjourned to meet with Mrs. Lewis Jackson, 2726 Cleveland Ave., Dec. 18. Mrs. R. B. Smith of 2720 South State St., Chicago, Ill., the wife of Rev. R. B. Smith, is at the home of Mrs. L. Barbee, 2036 East Lyon St., to attend the funeral of her brother, Mr. L. Barbee. Mrs. R. B. Smith of Chicago, Ill., was in our city this week attending the funeral of her brother, Mr. L. Barber. She made a pleasant call at the Bystander office in company with Mrs. L. Barbee and Mrs. Earnest De Van of Carney, Iowa. The E. D. S. S. Girls met Wednesday at 3:30 p. m. and spent the afternoon in hemming towels for the Hostess House and in planning for the opening of the girls' club rooms, which will occur some time this month. One new member was added to our roll. Captain, Leodia Rodgers; secretary, Della Manuel. On Thursday, Dec. 6, the S. S. Club Bradford's Barber Shop 428 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. Fowler Brothers EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS Successor to JONES & SAMUELS FRANK F. FOWLER L. FOWLER Embalmer and Director Manager Phone Maple 2548 117 East Walnut Street Des Moines, Iowa went to Ft. Des Moines to visit the wounded soldiers and made them happy by meeting them in the Y. M. C. A., where they distrubuted to those boys six dozen doughnuts and 24 Hershey bars of candy and 40 cheer up cards. The boys sang songs for the club. Captain C. C. Cooper, who was recently appointed morale officer at Camp Dodge, has been confined to quarters on account of illness. Captain Cooper is the only colored captain at Camp Dodge and is held in high esteem by every officer in camp and has had many honors conferred upon him. He is commanding officer of Co. 22, Depot Brigade. After spending five days in Ames with Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Gater, 1125 Kellogg Ave., Private A. J. Weaver has returned to Fort Des Moines, where he is in the hospital. Mr. Weaver is a member of Co. I, 366th Inf., and has served eight months in the hospital, four months in the base hospital at Camp Dodge and four months at the Fort, and these five days he has been away is a great improvement to him. He reports a very pleasant trip. The S. S. Club will be hostess at the Army Club next Sunday during the Homey hour from 4 to 6 p. m. All members are invited to be present by order of Miss Bernice Carey, Capt. The Misses Bernice and Lillian Weeden of Townsend, Mont., arrived in our city last week to visit several months with their niece, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Morrison. The parents are pioneer ranchmen out there, owning a quarter section of valuable land there. BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT. The best Christmas gift is something useful and valuable. Such a gift is a book. We have a few new books entitled History and Views of Colored Officers Training Camp at Des Moines last year left over. They are a beautifully bound and highly illustrated with the pictures of all our colored officers that were commissioned at Ft. Des Moines and are now the officers over in France. The price, postage paid, is $1.50. Send in your order at once. A joint installation of the newly elected officers for King Solomon Commandery. No. 6 and G. H. Clegggett Chapter No. 30 was held last night at the Masonic Hall. The following newly elected and installed of the Commandery: E. C., W. C. Rhodes; Generalissimo, B. N. Hyde; C. G., James B. Mitchell; Treas, S. Joe Brown; Recorder, Harirson Gould. In the Clegggett Chapter: M. E. P., John L. Thompson; King, C. F. Topon; Scribe, Fred H. Graham; Treas, A. Wilson; Secretary, B. N. Hyde. Each officer was installed in full regalia and it was a beautiful sight. A banquet was served in McCree's Drug Store. RED CROSS TO HOLD CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE. On next Saturday afternoon and evening, Dec. 21st, through the kindness of the druggist and proprietor of the Model Drug Store, Mr. Wade H. McCree, the ladies of the Chas. Young Auxiliary of the American Red Cross will assemble in the Tea Room in this Model Drug Store at the corner of 10th and Center Sts. and hold a "Christmas Exchange," selling hand made sheets, pillow cases, towels, aprons, night robes, and various kinds of articles, including home made candies, plum puddings, pies and head cheese. All persons interested in helping bring cheer to the men in the base hospitals at Camp Dodge and Fort Des Moines are asked to patronize this affair and help these good women in this most worthy project. ORITUARY Leonard Barbee of 2036 East Lyon St., departed this life Monday morning, Dec. 9. He leaves a wife, two sons and two daughters, two grandchildren, one son-in-flaw, one sister, one brother, other relatives and a host of friends to mourn his death. We are very sorry to chronicle the death of Mr. Luther Rivers, who died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Rivers, Monday night. Luther has been a patient sufferer for some time. The Bystander extend their sympathies to the bereaved parents. Funeral was held Thursday p. m. at the residence. Interment at Glendale. Mrs. Ford, wife of Mr. John Ford, 12th and Day Sts., died Dec. 8th at ten o'clock, at the age of forty-three years. She leaves a husband, two daughters, two sisters and a niece. The funeral was held Thursday p. m. at Fowler's Undertaking Parlors, after which the body was taken to Louisville, Ky., for interment. The husband and daughter accompanied the remains. Stomach Trouble. "Before I used Chamberlain's Tablets I doctored a great deal for stomach trouble and felt nervous and tired all the time. These tablets helped me from the first, and inside of a week's time I had improved in every way," writes Mrs. L. A. Drinkard, Jefferson City, Mo. 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. THE BYSTANDER U. S. HEALTH SERVICE ISSUES WARNING Increase in All Respiratory Diseases After the Influenza Epidemic Probable. Influenza Expected to Lurk for Months. How to Guard Against Pneumonia, Common Colds Highly Catching—Importance of Suitable Clothing—Could Save 100,000 Lives. Washington, D. C.—With the subsidence of the epidemic of influenza the attention of health officers is directed to pneumonia, bronchitis and other diseases of the respiratory system which regularly cause a large number of deaths, especially during the winter season. According to Rupert Blue, Surgeon General of the United States Public Health Service, these diseases will be especially prevalent this winter unless the people are particularly careful to obey health instructions. "The present epidemic," said Surgeon General Blue, "has taught by bitter experience how readily a condition beginning apparently as a slight cold may go on to pneumonia and death. Although the worst of the epidemic is over, there will continue to be a large number of scattered cases, many of them mild and unrecognized, which will be danger spots to be guarded against." The Surgeon General likened the present situation to that after a great fire, saying, "No fire chief who understands his business stops playing the hose on the charred debris as soon as the flames and visible fire have disappeared. On the contrary, he continues the water for hours and even days, for he knows that there is danger of the fire rekindling from smoldering embers." "Then you fear another outbreak of influenza?" he was asked. "Not necessarily another large epidemic," said the Surgeon General, "but unless the people learn to realize the seriousness of the danger they will be compelled to pay a heavy death toll from pneumonia and other respiratory diseases. Common Colds Highly Catching. "It is encouraging to observe that people are beginning to learn that orinary coughs and colds are highly catching and are spread from person to person by means of droplets of germ laden mucus. Such droplets are sprayed into the air when careless or ignorant people cough or sneeze without covering their mouth and nose. It is also good to know that people have learned something about the value of fresh air. In summer, when people are largely out of doors, the respiratory diseases (coughs, colds, pneumonia, etc.) are infrequent; in the fall, as people begin to remain indoors, the respiratory diseases increase; in the winter, when people are prone to stay in badly ventilated, overheated rooms the respiratory diseases become very prevalent. Suitable Clothing Important. "Still another factor in the production of colds, pneumonia and other respiratory diseases is carelessness or ignorance of the people regarding suitable clothing during the seasons when the weather suddenly changes, sitting in warm rooms too heavily dressed or, what is even more common, especially among women, dressing so lightly that windows are kept closed in order to be comfortably warm. This is a very injurious practice. Could Save 100,000 Lives "I believe we could easily save one hundred thousand lives annually in the United States if all the people would adopt the system of fresh air living followed, for example, in tuberculosis sanatorin. There is nothing mysterious about it—no specific medicine, no vaccine. The important thing is right living, good food and plenty of fresh air. Droplet Infection Explained in Pictures "The Bureau of Public Health, Treasury Department, has just issued a striking poster drawn by Berryman, the well-known Washington cartoonist. The poster exemplifies the modern method of health education. A few years ago, under similar circumstances, the health authorities would have issued an official dry but scientifically accurate bulletin teaching the role of droplet infection in the spread of respiratory diseases. The only ones who would have understood the bulletin would have been those who already knew all about the subject. The man in the street, the plain citizen and the many millions who toll for their living would have had no time and no desire to wade through the technical phraseology." USE THE HANDCROHEF AND DO YOUR BIT TO PROTECT ME! COLDS, INFLUENZA, PNEUMONIA, AND TUBERCULOSIS ARE SPREAD THIS WAY Copies of this poster can be obtained free of charge by writing to the Surgeon General, U. S. Public Health Service, Washington, D. C. On Diamonds, Watches, and Wrist Watches for Sold- lier Boys and their Sweethearts $3.00 and up Diamond Rings, Lavellers and Brooches $5.00 and up Suit Cases. All Kinds $1.00 and up TRUNKS, ALL MAKES $3 to $15 EVERY ARTICLE GUARANTEED O. COHEN 308 Walnut Street. In a recent letter Mra. D. W. Isley of Litchfield, Ill., says, "I have used Chamberlain's Tablets for disorders of the stomach and as a laxative, and have found them a quick and sure relief." If you are troubled with indigestion or constipation these tablets will do you good." 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 Sta. G. W. Robinson, Pastor. 1 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. Paula A. M. E. Church 12th and Crocker Sts. Rev. S. L. Birt, D. D., Paster. 10:45 a. m.—Preaching. 12:30 p. m.—Class meeting. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6.80 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 8:00 p. m.—Evening worship. Union Baptist Church Sixteenth and McCormick. 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. First A. M. E. Zion Church. Rev. E. S. Harage 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. Bethel A. M. E. Church Sixteenth and Filmore Sta. 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. Asbury M. E. Church. Services in Congregational Church, 10th and Park Sts. Rev. F. D. Woodford, Pastor. Residence 844 13th St. Phone Wal. 8241. Sunday School, 10:00 a. m. Evening Service. Preaching, 7:45 p. m. Class Meeting, Friday, 8 p. m. Prayer, Wednesday, 8 p. m. Epworth League, 6:45 p. m. 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. 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A big time is expected if the ban is lifted. A re-enrollment will begin in our church the first Sunday in the new year, and it will continue four Sundays and every member is asked to register within that time. Blank cards will be furnished at each service to each member, and they are asked to write their names on this card and hand them to your class leader or pastor before the last Sabbath in January. If we do not have your name we will take it for granted you have left the city or are deceased, therefore your name will be dropped from the roll of our church. Mrs. Geo. Snoddy is confined to her bed with a heavy cold. The daughters of Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Johnson are also sick. Mrs. Buckner, the vice president of the Stewardess Board, is much better. The Sunday School will have their rally Sunday, Dec. 1th. Every teacher is asked to bring five new people. Each pupil is asked to bring a new scholar. An announcement of the extraordinary coming, Mrs. Anita Patti Brown, the world's greatest singer, who will appear in Bethel A. M. E. Church on the evening of January 20, 1919. We want every citizen in Keokuk to hear her. COUNCIL BLUFFS NEWS. (Last Week) Rev. Matthew R. Rhonence preached the Thanksgiving sermon at the Tabernacle Baptist Church at 11 a. m. Subject: "The Duty of Church Membership—Is it my duty to unite with the church? Certainly, if you are converted; why not?" After such wonderful services at the Baptist Church, Rev. Jackson and his people joined Rev. Rhonence and his people at the Bethel A. M. E. Church in their Thanksgiving dinner and their THE BYSTANDER evening program. Sixty-five dollars and forty-five cents was realized from the entertainment and dinner. Rev. Rhonenee and wife were guests at a six o'clock dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Herndon, 2032 Eighth avenue. 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