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THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Bldg Historic Roan XXV No.39 During the recent Tuskegee Negro Conference which was held there, Dr Bradford Knapp, Chief of the Agricultural Extension Work in the South, announced in his address the appointment of three colored men in an advisory, capacity to him and also as representatives of the Farm Demonstration Work among Negroes in the South These three colored men will be known as Field Representatives of the United States Department of Agriculture, and include T. M. Campbell, who will act for the Department in the work in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi and Tennessee; J. B. Pierce, of Hampton Institute, who will act for the Department in the work in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina and South Carolina; and E. L. Blackshear, of Prairie View Institute, Texas, who will represent the work in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. They are to support and assist all Negro extension work in the territory allotted to them, and also to ascertain and report on the general condition of Negro farmers in this same territory. At regular intervals these three Negro special representatives will be called to Washington for conferences on the various aspects of their work. The work in each state is in co-operation with the State Agricultural College and the Negro Land Grant Colleges. These three men will represent the Department in co-operation with these institutions as to work with the Negro people. The recognition which thus comes to the Negro race from the Agricultural Department is an outgrowth of the idea of having special assistants in several of the departments at Washington. The appointment of Mr. Emmett J. Scott as Special Assistant to the Secretary of War, and the appointment of Dr. George E. Haynes as Director of Negro Economicia in the Department of Labor, brought the attention of the Department of Agriculture to the necessity of having a representative colored man in the same capacity. FAREWELL ADDRESS BY CAPT. Farewell address to Company A of 366th Inft., by Captain George A. Holland, who was trained at the Ft. Des Moines officers training school and who was stationed at Camp Dodge. It is indeed a very fine and beautiful tribute to our soldiers: Men of Co. A: This is one of the proudest and at the same time saddest moments of my life. I am proud to have commanded men who are, such worthy descendants of illustrious warriors as were your forebears. You have met the greatest military machine ever designed for the conquest of mankind since the days of the Roman Empire, and like your forefathers in those days you have assisted in tearing it to pieces. You are worthy sons of your sires who fought over nearly the same ground with the Numidian horse in the palmy days of glorious Rome. In your veins runs the blood of some of the irresistible Marmedukes of the days of that other empire that started out to rule the world, Napoleon. If it is true that after death the spirits of warriors gather around in the festive halls of Valhalla as German legend has it, your ancestors are there quawing from the golden bowls and being acclaimed as the equals if not the superiors among the bravest of the brave. In Holy writ it is inscribed as the greatest accomplishment of man that "he lay down his life for his friends." You are the super-men. You have willingly given your all for the man who has not always proven himself your friend. In far too many instances he has poisoned sentiment in the back areas while you defended him in the front lines. He has libelled you. Submitted you to restraint that he thought necessary because of his personal prejudices, you have shown the greater manhood, you have submitted because you knew your black officers were being held responsible for your conduct without the power to ameliorate your condition. You were loyal to them because you desired to refute the age worn lie that you of all the animals in creation did not desire your own to rule you or command you. We, your officers, suffered with you and for you. Now you are returning with not a stain on your banner. Go home resolved that the constitution of America is the greatest document published by man, resolve that you will work with the forces that are trying to see that it is enforced—trying to make America safe for you, your children, your women folks. For this you fought, for this you will continue to fight. America may need your strong arms again. I will be there. You will come back if need be and you will gladly join the movement or any movement that has for its purpose the purification of our land from the many evils it now suffers. You will fight as you fought the Hun, drunkenness and its kindred evils, you will keep yourselves as pure as you have returned from the temptations of France. You will be an asset to your community, striving by your labors to give your children the benefits of an education denied many of you. You will prepare them to face the great problem of the future in order that this world may be better for them than it has been for you. And now, my comrades, farewell. Back home to those who love us and can appreciate us most let us go and take up the task where we left off with a better knowledge of how it can be accomplished. George A. Holland, Captain 366th Infantry, Commanding Co. A. INFORMATION AND EDUCATION SERVICE. Investigations of Negro migration to the north during the war, just issued by the Department of Labor, indicate that the total migration may have been as great as 350,000, extending over a period of about 18 months during 1916 and 1917. That figure is fixed as the maximum limit, and 150,000 as the minimum limit, and the estimate of James H. Dillard, who had charge of the inquiry, is 200,000. The movement had been under way for a long time before any effort was made to determine the number of Negroes moving north. Moreover, so many left separately and unobserved that complete statistics would have been impracticable. The investigator in Georgia estimates that between 35,000 and 45,000 Negroes left that state in 1916-17, and the number to leave Alabama during the same time is estimated at 75,000. State officials, however, made higher estimates, placing the number to leave Georgia at 50,000, Alabama 90,000 and Mississippi 100,000. Lack of labor in the north, due to the cessation of immigration, was the principal cause, the investigators agree. Among the causes operative in the south to induce migration were general dissatisfaction with conditions, the ravages of the boll weevil, floods, change of crop system, low wages, poor housing, poor schools, unsatisfactory crop settlements, rough treatment, cruelty of the law officers, unfairness in court procedure, lynchings, desire to travel, labor agents, aid from Negroes in the north, and the influence of the Negro press. The movement of large numbers at the same time was due largely to labor agents, but after these initial group movements Negroes kept going north in small numbers, attracted by the letters from their friends who had already gone. Better wages were important. "Every Negro who made good in the north, started a new group on the way," one of the investigators reported. PARIS. MO. Last Week. Mr. and Mrs. L. Donaldson are invited to a grand ball in Moberly, Mo. They left Tuesday evening on the 44. Miss Jessie Vaughn is home from St. Louis, Mo. Miss Eliza Patton has a government job in St. Louis, Mo. Miss Eunice Maupin of Madison, Mo., has the lung trouble. She isn't any better. She cann't even lie down. She has to sit up all the time. Mr. Willie Butler has his fishing hook out. Paris is thinking of organizing a cooking club among the young girls of Paris. They need to organize something for they can't make biscuit nor corn bread either fit for company to eat. I have seen some high minded dogs that would refuse to eat that kind of bread. The Agricultural Club met Monday night at the Baptist church. They are doing fine so far. Tom House began selling eggs last month and up to the 10th of March had sold nine dozen from only seven hens. Prof. Geo. Donaldson has a splendid Sunday school at the Methodist church. Both Sunday schools are doing well now. New ones drop in often. Mrs. Annie Butler is thinking of going to Galesburg, Ill., soon to see her daughter, Mrs. Bertha Jewell. Mr. Ruby Long and Mr. Roxie Kipper, Mr. Willie Moore and Mr. Garfield Moore will leave for Chicago, Ill., in the near future to work. Miss Anna Bassett is out again. Mrs. Annie May Webster is better now. Pvt. Glessner Grant of the 3709 Inf. has returned fro mover seas. Also Pvt. Sherman Gooch and Sergt. Bryant Harvey and Sergt. Raydell Collins of the 372d are again with us. Three cheers for our brave heroes who have fought and lived to fight another day. Corp. Pomp. Williams, Sergt. Geo. Althouse. Pvt. Russell Taylor, Louie Brown and Lovel Viley have notified relatives of their arrival in New York. Mr. Jordan Derrick was reported early ill today. serious. Mrs. Bluff Newby suffered a slight stroke today. Mrs. Mayme Goodrich became suddenly ill Monday, but is bet-this writing. Mrs. Corene Estell is visiting rela- tives in Kansas City. Mr. Otis, Johnson was returned to his home, in Glasgow from France. He is visiting Mr. Sylvester Cooper a few We are glad to learn Mrs. Minnie Green is much better. church is a spiritual success. All of the churches are progressing nicely. nicely. We are glad to say Lincoln school has IOWA OFFICERS JUST RETURNED FROM FRANCE THIS WEEK Reading from left to right, top row, are Lieut. J. B. Morris of Des Moines; Lieut. Hal Short, a graduate from Iowa State University; Lieut. Walter Hutchinson of Des Moines, formerly the northern agent of Tuskegee; Lieut. Harry S. Wilson of Des Moines, winner of a distinguished service cross; Lieut. Maceo Richmond, former football star of Des Moines College; J. O. Redmon, the Grinnell orator, of Colfax; Lieu Campbell of Iowa City. Lower row, beginning at left is Lieu Charles N. Howard, East High and Drake University football star; Jess Graves did not enter the service; Lieu A. J. Booker of the medical detachment; Atty. S. Joe Brown (did not enter the service); Lieut. Harry Short Lieut. V. L. Jones of this city, the local undertaker, and Lieut. E. H. Colbert of Iowa City. paid for their beautiful piano. This speaks well for the faculty and pupils. We understand they are going to furnish their dining room. Success to Lincoln school. Rev, and Mrs. A. W. Ross of Fulton, Mo, are visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Diggs of N. Firth St. Mr. Bob Peuny remains on the sick list. DAVENPORT, IOWA Sunday was a glorious day at Bethel A. M. E. church, both financially and spiritually. In the morning the day seemed as though it would be an unprofitable one, as it was dark and cloudy, often showers of rain fell. But about morning service time the sun began to force its way through the clouds and about 3 p. m. it was fully shining. Thus the day turned out to be a prosperous one. Our presiding elder was unable to be with us till Monday. But, however, there was plenty of help to assist our pastor, Rev. Moore. Three fine sermons were preached during the day and all report a fine religious time. A number of our "across the river" friends spent the afternoon with us. Monday evenin gour presiding elder held our second quarterly conference, which was well attended. Excellent reports were read from the different church auxiliaries, and the financial reports were above par, having raised over $400.00 this quarter. The presiding elder is holding the Moline quarterly conference tonight, assisted by Rev. Moore (Tuesday). The T. L. O. Club has awakened to its great sense of abilities and are going to favor the citizens of Davenport with a grand bazaar on April 15th at the A. M. E. church. They are planning to have a fine time. They have secured Mrs. Martha White of Indoniana as the speaker of the evening. They wish to have each and every one present. Wake up, a Dvenport, and patronize this society. Another great concert is being prepared and under the auspices of the Missouri Club. This concert is to be held on April 1. Of course it doesn't mean that all fools stay away, but both wise and foolish are to come. The concert program is composed of only men. Therefore ladies please come and patronize the gentlemen. The Negro race has been making great progress since the shackles of bondage fell off and not by any means stopped. Rev. S. B. Moore was invited to the banquet of the Tri-City Ministerial Association and at the election of officers for the association Rev. Moore was elected vice president of the Tri-City Ministerial-Association. The citizens of Davenport feel quite proud of the fact. It is also quite a boost to the colored race. The colored scouts of troop No. 26 are now fully organized, having fourteen in the said troop. The boys are making rapid progress and are very anxious to pass the second class tests. Further details will be told in the next issue. Ralican's Habits The pelican is commendably regular in his habits. The parent birds catch fish, and, after eating their fill, fly to their young, who eat by thrusting their bills down the mother's throat and feasting on the half-digested food. COUNCIL BLUFFS NEWS At the Bethel A. M. E. church March 12 the young people of the church give an entertainment Wednesday night for the boys from over sea. As the boys were brought to the front of the church Mrs. H. V. Besse played "My Country, Tis of Thee," and all standing, after which the Rev. M. H. Rhonence offered invocation. Solos by Miss Hazel Stewart and Miss Hazel Tanner. Mr. Charles F. Davis, master of cere- the Grinnell orator, of Colfax; Lieut. Campbell of Iowa City. Lower row, beginning at left is Lieut. Charles N. Howard, East High and Drake University football star; Jesse Graves did not enter the service; Lieut. A. J. Booker of the medical detachment; Atty. S. Joe Brown (did not enter the service); Lieut. Harry Short; Lieut. V. L. Jones of this city, the local undertaker, and Lieut. E. H. Colbert of Iowa City. monies. The speakers of the evening were Lawyer Tinley, followed by Attorney A. W. Lewis, after which the boys were introduced, Corp. John Russell and Corp. Clyde Ashford, both of the Rainbow division, better known as the Blue Devils, who made excellent talks of their experiences. Other soldiers there were Elmer Allen, Malcie Davis, Oscar Parks, and Eldwin Lambert. There was a full house and filled with joy over the homecoming of our boys. A dainty lunch was then served to the boys. The Christian Endeavor held an entertainment Friday the 14th at the home of Mrs. Roduriquez, 1230 Sventh Ave. Everyone reported a good time. The Bethel A. M. E. Pastor's Aid gave a mock male wedding the 17th at the church. It was pronounced by all as being the best entertainment ever given in connection with the church. The characters who took part in this play were all young men, with the exception of Master Chas. Rhonencee, who acted as ring bearer, playing his part well. An unusual crowd was at the church to hear it. Door receipts $28, clear receipts $45 The young ladies of the Pastor's Aid are to be complimented on the tremendous work they are doing. Mrs. Minnie Herndon, president; Mrs. Corrine White, secretary; Mrs. Ellen Roduriquez, treasurer. Bethel A. M. E. church people are making ready to put on their rally for the addition which is soon' nto be made to the church. All auxiliaries of the church are still prospering in the name of God and hope to grow stronger. Rev. J. P. Jackson, pastor, and members of the Tabernacle Baptist church are glad to say they are on the verge of completing our church. They are going to give an entertainment Friday the 21st for the finance side of the church. Lieut. Andrew Reed will speak of his experience across the seas at that time. Three churches from Omaha will be with Rev. Jackson on Sunday completing his one thousand dollar rally OSKALOOSA, IOWA, NOTES. Mr. A. J. Reed was elected delegate by Shorter A. M. E. church to the district convention which convenes in Council Bluffs during the month of June. Sunday, March 9th, was quarterly meeting at Shorter A. M. E. church. Three splendid sermons were delivered by the Rev. J. H. Farribe. 41 partook of the Lord's supper. The quarterly conference Monday night was largely attended, each department made good report. The Sunday school under the superintendency of Eugene Richards made an excelle tneport. Bro Richards is surely a Sunday school superintendent. Master Carl Moore is suffering with a severe cold. March 17th is Master Frankie Allen's 10th birthday anniversary. The regular meeting of Esther Chapter No. 6, O. E. S., Tuesday night, was well attended and indeed very interesting. Miss Gladys Cross has an agency for dry goods. Give her an order. Eugene Richards arrived home Sunday from Kirksville, Mo., and other points, where he has been attending to business and visiting relatives. Mrs. Susan Allen is back from Missouri, where she has been a guest in the home of her son. Mesdames Mollie Stewart, Anna Daniels and Miss Lizzie Adams were called Tuesday to Milan, Mo., by the severe illness of their brother William. They left Wednesday morning on an early train. All those reported sick are improving nicely. Younker Brothers Now in Progress The 9th Anniversary Sales In the Down Stairs Store NINE YEARS ago the first of these sales was held. They have grown in importance with every succeeding year until this year-regardless of increased cost--we firmly believe they are without an equal in value giving and interest to all who would make the most of their money. With its long-established reputation, for value giving, the money-saving opportunities of this sale measure up to the best. el, is expected soon. His many friends here will be glad to welcome him and listen to the message from him. Services at the 2nd Baptist church Sunday were well attended both morning and evening. The pastor delivered a strong sermon Sunday morning from the subject of God's love for man. Subject Sunday night, "The Destruction of the Wicked." The pastor seemed to be at his best all day. Sunday school progressing nicely under the leadership of Mrs. M. Crowder. The ladies of the church will serve a luncheon at the home of Mrs. Williams on S. D. St. Saturday eve. The Willing Workers Club consisting of the girls of the 2nd Baptist church headed the financeit list on rally day. Rev. R. P. Palmer and family are now-comfortably located at 1015 A Ave. West. We are glad to welcome the new comers in our city. Rev. Palmer expects to leave Tuesday to attend the executive board of the Iowa Baptist Association which convenes with Union Baptist church in Des Moines. MACON, MO. The Vine and Broadway Baptist church revival service being carried on under Rev. J. W. L. Underwood and Prof. Thompson, being one of the largest revivals that has been held in Macon for a long time. Under such loyal leaders a very large number united with the church. Baptism will take place Sunday night, March 30. Soldier boys home from France, Mr. Glessner Grant being first one to arrive from over seas. He spoke at Western College and the church very interestingly of the life of our boys in France. He was one of the 8th regiment and the Black Devils. Dr. J. E. Smith and daughter, Miss Kathryn, motored to Berier and Huntsville last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Rankins have moved back to Macon. Glad to have them again. Mayors Bro. home from France, Sergt. Claud and James, will be entertained at the church Tuesday night by the B. Y. P. U. young girls. There will be a program in their honor. These boys are the 92d division. They will also speak on the life of the black boys in France. The sheet and pillow slip entertainment held at the A. M. E. church was successful, Loyd Adams winning second prize, Willie Davis first prize. News reached here telling of the death of a Macon girl, Mrs. Bertha Washington, formerly Bertha Harris, died in Kansas City of pneumonia. Her burial took place there, her husband desired. She left this city about 12 years ago. Mr. Will Davenport still remains sick. Mrs. Annie Muldren Edwards of St. Louis visited her old home and friends in the city, guest of Mrs. S. Snell. ALBIA NEWS. On Monday evening at the K. of P. hall the Court of Planthan gave a social and program under the direction of Mr. Chas. Washington. Mrs. Eldrest Will left Albia on Monday for Moulton to visit with relatives and friends. Mrs. B. T. Lewis received a letter from Corporal Donald Thomas, Ldg. Co. 804th Pioneer Inf., stating that he was feeling fine and hoped to arrive in the States soon. A number of soldiers passed through Albia enroute to Des Moines on Saturday and Sunday. Among the number was Mr. Julius King of Ottumwa, from over sea. Mrs. King and Mr. Charlie Davis of Ottumwa were in Albia Saturday to meet him and spent the day visiting at the home of Mrs. Delia Thomas and Mrs. G. A. Davis. The trains have all been late from --- The best advertising medium to reach colored people in the west Price Five Cents Some time ago all clubs were requested to send $1.00 to the State Treasurer to help meet the deficit for the minutes. Some clubs responded, more did not. Will all club presidents see that their clubs send in the money at once? The publisher is asking for the money and is insisting that it be paid immediately. Martha White, Pres. I. F. C. W. C. the east and west here on account of the heavy rainfall. Cedar creek, three miles from Albia, is the highest it has been for years. Try This For Sour Stomach. Eat slowly, masticate your food thoroughly. Eat but little meat and none at all for supper. If you are still troubled with sour stomach take one of Chamberlain's Tablets before going to bed. DES MOINES Y. M. C. A. BALLY OPENS TODAY. The $6,000 drive for the branch of the Y. M. C. A. for colored people begins today. The teams have received their final instruction and are ready for action. This movement is to be conducted wholly among colored people. It is the first time in the history of Des Moines a project of this kind has been attempted by colored people. While the white people are manifesting great interest as to the result of this drive, the colored people are preparing to make a supreme effort to show the loyalty they have for their race. The board of management is composed of the following members: A. A. Alexander, Harrison Gould, S. Joe Brown, M. E. Cassell, E. R. Hall, Rev. J. C. Bothie, Rev. E. S. Hardge, Rev. J. H. Reynolds, John L. Thompson, Gus Watkins, E. S. Stewart, W. H. McCree, Dr. J. A. Jefferson, Frank Harris, George Davis, Dr. W. H. Lowry, president, A. M. White, secretary, J. H. Spriggs, treasurer. This board is assisted by an advisory board composed of the ministers of the various churches, viz: Rev. S. Bates, Maple St. Baptist church; Rev. H. E. King, Congregation church; Rev. G. W. Robinson, Corinthian Baptist church; Rev. S. L. Birt, St. Paul A. M. E church; Rev. H. A. Perry, Bethel A. M. E church; Rev. E. S. Hardge, First A. M. E church; Rev. M. Toomey, Union Baptist church. A. Pleasant. Physic. When you want a pleasant physic give Chamberplain's Tablets a trial. They are mild and gentle in their action and always produce a pleasant cathartic effect. very sufferer from wounds and died with organic pouch —should read this remarkable biography of a druggist, afflicted with Tuberculosis, who experimented on himself, seeking road to health. With his simple life, he racked, tortured person may find quick relief in a home treatment. Soothing, pleasant; it under plain directions. Just send name and address on postcard to ADDICT to Grand Central Trust Bldg. Columbus 88 Pounda UNDER PUBLISHING CO., PUBLISHERS DES MOINES, IOWA Published every Friday by the By- stander Publishing Company, Des Moines, Iowa. Office in Chemical building, corner Seventh and Mul- berry streets. Phone, Walnut 899. Entered at the postoffice as second class matter. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. One year ..... $1.50 Six months ..... .75 Three months ..... .50 All subscriptions payable in advance. Send money by postoffice order, money order, express or draft, to The Bystander Company. Advertising rates for display ads, 40 cents per inch, for each insertion. Three to six months' contracts, 35 cents per inch. Local advertising 10 cents per line for each insertion, counting six words to a line. For churches and secret societies where admission is charged, one-half of the above-mentioned rates. For professional, legal and announcement cards, yearly contracts, etc., terms are given on application. All advertising is to be paid in advance. 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. Official paper of the M. W. U. Grand Lodge of Iowa, A. F. & A. M., and International Grand Congress of Heroines of Jericho of America, and Western Baptist Association. We will not return rejected manuscript; unless accompanied by postage stamps. We are prepared to do first class job work at reasonable prices. All of our work is guaranteed. Communications must be written on one side of the paper only and be of interest to the public. "Brevity is the soul of wit," remember. Write the news of all and lay aside your personal whims or ideas. 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. FEW OF 366TH INF. RETURNED. The people of Iowa and especially Des Moines, both colored and white, were much disappointed over the fact that our 366th Regiment, which was organized and trained at Camp Dodge from October, 1917, until May, 1918, with their colored officers became well acquainted with the citizens of Des Moines they were almost a part of our city, in fact most of the Iowa officers were also stationed here at Camp Dodge. Therefore we all thought and expected that this 366th Regiment should have been returned here to be demobilized from where they were mustered in, especially when both races here ask that they be sent here as we were planning a big reception for them. Our mayor, governor, legislature and members in congress from Iowa ask that they be returned to Camp Dodge, but some military authority for some unknown reasons revoked the order that first ordered them here and sent all of them to southern camps to be demobilized except 116 which came here last Saturday night, notwithstanding the very short notice of a few hours that they were coming and the cold rain there were fully 2,000 citizens at the Union Station to receive them, and the mighty cheers and many tears that evening made the evening really historic. The detachment marched to the Interurban station, where the men entrained for Camp Dodge. Among the 116 soldiers who returned last night were many Des Moines men. The officers were Lieut. Maceo Richmond, former football star at Des Moines college; Lieut. Harry Wilson, winner of the distinguished service cross; Lieut. Nathan C. Smythe, former East High and Iowa University athlete; Lieut. Owen Redmond, Grinnell college orator; Lieut. Hal Short of Iowa university; Lieut. V. L. Jones, local undertaker; Lieut. Charles Howard, East High and Drake university fotoball star, and Lieutenants Brooks, Morris and Dr. Madison of Nebraska. LIEUT. JACKSON GIVEN MEDAL FOR VALOR. According to a citation just published at Washington, Lieut. Rufus B. Jackson will be presented with a distinguished service cross. Jackson was ordered to wipe out a German machine gun nest which had been resisting the advance of his company. He crawled to the enemy's lines to locate the nest and returned and directed the fire, silencing the guns. Lieut. Jackson is one of our home boys, having been with the old 8th Illinois, and we are doubly proud of him. Insultable Indication. When a man says he merely plays for pattinion, the indications are he --- EDITORIALS TYPICAL ANSWER OF THE SOUTH BERN "ORACKER." The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, through its secretary, John R. Shillady, of New York, states that the association has received from an anonymous correspondent a clipping from the Jackson (Miss.) Daily News of March 9. The clipping, after referring to the fact that a telegram of inquiry from the association had been received the previous day requesting information concerning the fate of Eugene Greene, a Negro, alleged to have been lynched at Belzoni, Miss., on Sunday, March 2, and as to what steps had been taken by the Mississippi authorities to deal with the situation, goes on to remark as follows: "The governor is not in the city and the telegram has not been answered. However, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People need not remain in the dark concerning the fate of Greene. He was 'advanced' all right from the end of a rope and in order to save burial expenses his body was thrown into the Yazoo river." The association's anonymous correspondent encloses a penciled memo, in excellent handwriting, as follows: "If this information does not suffice, we can give you the size of the rope and exact location of where this coon was hung." COLORED MECHANICS MAKE GOOD CITIZENS. By Homer L. Ferguson. By Homer L. Ferguson, President Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company. Hampton, Va., March 21.—There are 4,500 colored men working in the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company. This is the largest force of skilled colored men and the highest paid group of colored men working anywhere in industry. The shipbuilding plant is a memorial to Collis P. Huntington, who showed himself a friend to Hampton Institute and the colored people. The shipyard in Newport News is a testimonial to Mr. Huntington's belief in the colored man as an industrial worker—a man who would be successful. Mr. Huntington was told by many that it would be impossible to build ships with Negro labor. The ships that we are building are equal to those built anywhere in the world. Some of the colored men who are working in the Newport News shipyard have been with the company twenty-five years or more. Eight to ten are on the retired list and are receiving from one-third to one-fourth of their regular pay. The successful colored shipyard workers have built their own homes, have supported their churches, and have helped to develop one of the best colored sections in the South. No. 40 Hospital Ward G 2. To the Bystander: I returned from France on board ship Aquatania. Left on Feb. 22 at 3:15 p.m. and reached New York City at 4 p.m. Feb. 28 and was sent to Camp Upton Feb. 30 and from there to the base hospital, at which place I am getting along fine and having a nice rest. I expect to be in Des Moines in a couple of weeks. Yours very truly, For a Bad Cold. Take Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It has stood the test of time and can be depended upon. 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That is why so many people are taking advantage of this opportunity to secure a high-grade used piano at a small investment. See our wonderful Easy-payment Phonograph offer - big all-record cabinet machine, with twenty selections of 10 inch $79 records - only THE BYSTANDER ARMY "Y" WORKERS SPEAK ON RECONSTRUCTION. On last Monday evening the members of the Camp Mothers' Association and the Chas. Young Auxiliary of the American Red Cross held a joint session at the residence of Atty, and Mrs. S. Joe Brown to perfect arrangements for the reception to be tendered the officers and men of the 336th Infantry this evening. At this meeting Secretaries Stewart and Curtwright of Army "Y" No. 89, Camp Dodge, were present and gave the ladies some valuable information in regard to the splendid work the Y. M. C. A. had been doing for the men while they were in training in the various cantonments and advised that they both personally and through their husbands lend every possible assistance to the campaign now under way for the establishment of a permanent Y. M. C. A. among the colored people of Des Moines, that the good work that had been started among these men while they were in the service might be continued after they return to civil life. THE FIRST SQUARE MEAL Last spring the Red Cross workers at Berne were busy arranging to care for the American soldiers who were taken prisoners by the Germans, and now the new exchange agreement means that Itallians from Austria on their way back to Italy are being cared for in hundreds. They are a pathetic lot, these "grand blesses"—the hopelessly wounded men—but they are always delighted with the prospect of going home, even though it may be going home to die. Nearly all of them are tubercular. The method employed is this: The Italian Government sends a train into Austria through Switzerland to gather up the men released under the exchange agreement. The train crosses the Swiss border and at Buchs is met by delegations from the allied Red Cross organizations, and under the present plan the food is furnished by the American Red Cross. To many of these men this is the first square meal that they have had for years. Clothing is also furnished them. Each man of the 360 which each train carries is given cigarettes and a small American flag, and many who have been in America, some of whom have taken out their first papers, are overjoyed at the bit of red, white and blue and most demonstrative in their delight. The representatives of the Red Cross remain on the train until it reaches Zurich, then return to Switzerland again. It is the food which America has sent over which gives to these men their first meal—food which has been saved by eating smaller portions, and by going without. Some one has said of the children of the devastated regions: "They are too sad, they must laugh or they cannot live." It is not enough to found hospitals and to provide food. They must be given wholesome recreation and their natural joy in life restored. This is what the American Red Cross is doing for the children of France. Children of France Millin Can Beautiful untrimmed black and colors. You w bans, mushrooms, poke is good will be found he from $3.00 to $5.50. Sp choice "See these before O 3 KEOKUK, IOWA. The meeting at the Bethel A. M. E. church has closed. Mrs. Amanda Palmer of Burlington, Iowa, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Brown. Rev. Clark of Colfax has been called as pastor to the First African Baptist church. At the present he and his wife are stopping with Mrs. Jessie Mathews. We are proud of two of our boys, the Toomes brothers. They are running a taxi service. We wish for them success in this undertaking. Mrs. Mary Fields is ill at this writing with la gripe. The Pilgrim Rest Mission Circle was entertained by Mrs. Carrie Smith and her mother last Friday. All reported a delightful time. Miss Imogene Wilson, who is attending school at Iowa City, is expected home to spend the spring vacation. Mrs. Molly Williams entertained the sewing circle of the First African church last Friday. Mr. E. A. Mason of Monmouth, Ill., is in the city enroute to Quincy with stereopticon views showing the progress of our race. Mrs. Maud Scott is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Amos. Private Samuel Berry has returned home from Camp Dodge. The Bethel A. M. E. sewing circle will meet at the home of Mrs. Dixson. Mrs. M. E. Moore is training the children for Easter. Subscribe for the Bystander. Sergeant Picket has returned home from over seas. 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And trimmed with ostrich feathers, flowers, wings and ornaments. See these hats before you buy elsewhere Special New Trimmed Hats most people who have seen our five or hats say that other stores are o ing from $7.50 to $10.00 for them. The way women are buying them proves it. Saturday we offer an entire ne for these choice hats. You will large, medium and small shape every color and shape imaginable. immed with ostrich feathers, s, wings and ornaments. See these hats before you buy elsew You Image ed hats of lisere, patent milan, will find sailors, tricorns, tur- effects, in fact any shape that are. These shapes usually sell special for Saturday only, your we you buy elsewhere." ransky 13-315 WALNUT ST. medal for bravery. The Phylis Wheatley Rescue Club met at the home of Mrs. Delia Johnson last Tuesday. Mr. Howard Burran is able to leave the hospital and return to his home. Pilgrim Rest church, under the leadership of that leader of leaders, Rev. J. Sterling Moore, are looking forward to a thousand dollar rally in May. When in Keokuk visit this little home like church, where there is a welcome awaiting the stranger within the gates. The Missionary Society of the Bethel A. M. E. church will meet at the parsonage Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock. ONION SEED SETS IOWA SEED OUR NEW HOME 5 agine? nilan, and Jap braids in $2.25 Y S ST. The Carnation Club will meet at the home of Miss Blanch Harris, Tuesday evening. Fowler Brothers EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS Successor to JONES & SAMUELS FRANK F. FOWLER Embalmer and Director L. FOWLER Manager Phone Maple 2548 117 East Walnut Street Des Moines, - Iowa ONION SETS Can be planted at any time. If set out in late spring they will produce large onions for winter use and furnish green onions during the summer. They are not expensive and you can afford to plant them freely. Put the large ones in rows for quick use and the smaller ones where they can grow to full maturity for winter keeping. Most valuable of all vegetables. Easy to keep and your surplus easy to get. GO. 209-211 Walnut Street DES MOINES, IOWA CITY LOCALS Barber Wanted—Apply to Mr. W. M. Johnson, 45 Public Square, Galesburg, IL For Rent—Four room bungalow, 2nd and Arthur Sts. Phone Red 7682. L. L. Davis. For Rent—Furnished house to a coloured couple without children. Inquire 338 W. 14th St. Phone Drake 6069, between 5 and o'clock p. m. Wanted to Sell—Schiller piano, made special to order, only used a few months, in excellent condition. Write telephone at once. The Bystander, O. W. 7th St., or phone Wal. 899. SICK LIST. Mr. G. W. Divers of 1327 De Wolf rest, who has been very sick for the two weeks, is not any better at his writing. Mrs. W. H. Lowry, wife of Dr. Lowry, dentist, is not much improved. CLUBS The Mary Church Terrell Club will meet next Monday night with Mrs. Jesse Davis, president. A meeting of the Old Maids Club will be held May 1st at St. Paul's. Everybody come and be entertained. It's aream. Home Makers League will meet Tuesday at the "Y." The League has been giving some very interesting meetings. Miss Mitchell, director of "Girls Activities" of the War Camp Community service, will be the principal speaker at his meeting. All members are urged be out. The Marchiel Neal Art Club met arch 19th with Mrs. Addie Anderson, 42small street. The meeting was well attended and a delightful luncheon was served by the hostess. Club will meet arch 26th with Mrs. Daisey Beverly, 414th St. Place. NOTICE. Mrs. Jessie E. McClain, newly appointed chairman of District No. 1, Iowa State Federation of Colored women's Clubs, will hold a meeting of a district at her residence, 1327 Crock-St, Friday afternoon, March 28th, at 30 p. m. All club workers interested in the progress of the Federation are urged to attend. Jessie E. Meclain, Chairman District No. 1. The U. A. Guy Club of the War Camp community Service have been making operations for the past month for a Bazaar which will be held Saturday afternoon, March 22nd, and evening their club room at the Army Club. use young girls are having this bazaar in order to replenish their treasury entertain our boys after they are all turned to Des Moines. They are trying to do their bit in this great world's so, why not do your bit by attending this bazaar. There will be no hats a sale for less than $1.00 and they are all been trimmed by the girls themselves. Mrs. Gus Nichols, club leader. The Dramatic Art Club will meet tuesday afternoon, March 25, at the AUCTION SALE 1,000 Unclaimed Express Packages by the American Railway Express Company at 515 Mulberry street, Des Moines, Iowa, Saturday, March 29th. Sale will commence 9 a. m. and continue until all packages are sold. D. K. Brown, Superintendent. D. T. Clark, General Agent. A. K. Noland, Auctioneer. SAM BURNS The TAILOR & CLEANER GENTS FURNISHINGS Phone Walnut 3441 772 West Ninth Street Bradford's Barber Shop 226 W. 3rd Street FIRST CLASS WORK BATHS Bradford's Pool Hall M. J. BRADFORD, PROP A LINE OF TOBACCO, CIGARS & SOFT DRINKS Phone Wal. 1916 757 W 9th St. DES MOINES. IOWA. Protection Home. Under the direction of Miss Mitchell, director of the girls activities of the War Camp Community Service, the girls club room at Army Club No. 2 looks as though a fairy God Mother stretched her rod and made to appear an entirely new room. The old club room on third floor has been moved to second floor, two new oriental rugs with Chinese design have been laid on a newly painted floor. Beautiful new figured voil curtains have been made and hung and the entire room transformed into a delightful, cosy, restful club room for the young girls. I'm sure it will create new enthusiasm among our community workers and new endeavor to conduct their activities in such a beautiful room. Miss Mitchell is to be highly congratulated. The doors of the club room were thrown open to the public Friday night. SOCIAL. A series of dances have been given at the Army Club the past week in honor of our returned heroes. All of them have been largely attended. Mr. and Mrs. Hurbert C. Gater were the proud parents of twin girls Thursday, March 20th. Their names are Josephine La France and Agnes Loraine. Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Alexander have just purchased a lovely new five passenger chummy roadster. We are always glad to note the progress of our worthy citizens. Mrs. W. R. Arthur, who spent several days visiting her husband, Dr. Arthur, secretary of the K. C. building, Camp Dodge, returned to her home in St. Louis, Mo., Sunday night. While in the city she made many friends. The young men, members of the "Syndicate," gave a dancing party at Dreamland hall Wednesday night which was largely attended and very much enjoyed. Lieut. W. T. Jones of the 366th Inf., who was sent south with troops to be demobilized at Camp Ogilthorpe, Ga., arrived in the city Thursday morning. Others who were sent south will return to Des Moines shortly. Lieut. Jessie H. Taylor-McGuire, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. McQuire, 780 W. 11th St., arrived home Tuesday morning. Lieut. McGuire is of the old 8th regiment and was wounded while on active duty in France. On his return wounded, Lieut. McGuire was the first of the old 8th to set foot in this country. A group of young people spent an informal evening of dancing and playing cards last Friday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Watkins in honor of Mrs. W. R. Arthur and Miss Rosa Arthur, wife and daughter of Dr. W. R. Arthur, secretary of the K. C. building at Camp Dodge. The Hostess House No. 2, Camp Dodge, threw open its doors Friday night to the War Camp Community girls for a dancing party in honor of our returned heroes. Almost a hundred Community Service girls attended. Musician Henry W. Massey of the 360th Infantry paid the Bystander a very interesting visit Thursday p. m. He was formerly of Fargo, N. D. He left Thursday night for Fargo. RECEIVES CONTRACT. Mr. Archie Alexander, C. E., our only contractor, has been awarded the bid on putting in a concrete bridge in Marshalltown by the city council. Mr. Alexander has done a great deal of work for the city, all of which has given highest satisfaction. We are indeed very proud of Archie. In the Charlott-Hawkins-Brown ticket selling contest Mrs. Gus Nichols sold the largest number of tickets and received first prize. Mrs. Mary Manning sold the next largest number and received second prize. Both of these ladies are zealous workers for anything that is uplifting and beneficial to the race. The United Brothers of Friendship and Mysterious Ten will give a reception next Monday eve in honor of Lieut. Harry C. Wilson, just returned from France, at their hall on 11th and Center. The largest financial drive ever inaugurated by the colored people in Des Moines starts tonight for Y. M. C. A. and will last one week. $6,000 is needed. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Watkins entertained last Saturday evening at their lovely home in honor of Mrs. W. R. Arthur and Miss Rosa Arthur of St. Louis, Mo., who were visiting Dr. Arthur and Mr. Julian Arthur, secretaries of the K. C. building at Camp Dodge. A delightful evening was spent in playing progressive whist. Mrs. John L. Thompson and Dr. W. R. Arthur were winners of first prize, and Mrs. Roxanna White and Mr. Trotter won the booby. A delicious luncheon was served and guests departed very pleased to have met two such charming ladies as Mrs. Arthur and Miss Rosa. The members of the Mary Church Terrell Club entertained their husbands and friends at a delicious three course dinner Monday evening at the McCree Tea Room. Covers were laid for thirty. The menu consisted of roast leg of lamb, mint jelly, potato boats, hot rolls, olives, St. Patrick salad, wafers, Sultana rolls, cake, coffee and after dinner mints. Mr. Archie Alexander was toastmaster. The honored guests replying to toasts were Lieut. V. L. Jones, Lieut. R. Harris, Sgt. Dobson, all returned heroes from France, Dr. Wade H. McCree and the club president. Mrs. Jessie Davis. After dinner cards were played, Mr. Branham Hyde and Miss Gertrude Hyde receiving first prize and Mrs. Lula McCree and Mr. Archie Alexander receiving the booby prize. While the guests were still at the dinner tables, flash lights were taken of the group. PROTECTION HOME PROTECTION H Clubs or Church Auxiliaries wishing so meet at the Protection Home please make engagements a week ahead. Notify either Mrs. G. E. Rush, Mrs. R. White or Miss H. Hudson so dates can THE BYSTANDEE The ladies of the Protection Home will give a public informal reception next Thursday evening at the Protection Home on 11th and Park St. A fine program. Eeverybody is invited. Maple Street Missionary Society will meet Friday afternoon at the Protection home. St. Paul's A. M. E. Deaconess Auxiliary will meet a tthe Protection Home Wednesday, April 19. The regular services at Union Congregational church will be held Sunday morning. The pastor, Rev. King, will deliver a splendid sermon. Let all the members and friends come out at 11 o'clock prompt. Asbury M. E. church will hold a big rally March 23 at 10th and Park Sts. All the churches will help u Rev. G. W. Robinson, D. D., pastor of Corinthian Baptist church, will preach for us at three o'clock p. m. Maple Street Baptist choir will render several selections. Asbury choir will sing at 7:45 p. m. All members and friends are kindly asked to come and help us. Rev. F. D. Woodford, pastor. Rev. Robinson of Corinthian Baptist church will deliver the second of a series of sermons on marriage, Sunday night, subject, "How to Choose a Husband." Those who heard his sermon last Sunday on "How to Choose a Wife" were greatly pleased. He would have you hear this instructive sermon because it is important that young women, these days, should try to make a wise selection with the one they are to journey through life. Come early to get a seat. The Christian Endeavor of Union Congregational church has taken on new life and are having some very interesting meetings. One of the prominent features of this Sunday's program will be the orchestra from "Y" 89 at Camp Dodge with M Washington as leader. Come and enjoy a pleasant hour with us from six to seven. Miss Dorothy Hughes has charge of a musical program to be rendered. Come onen and all. Christian Endeavor subject will be "Character Building." Mr. Arthur Trueheart, leader. Special services for soldiers will be held. DES MOINES WOMEN SING AT CAMP DODGE. On last Saturday afternoon Miss Ethel Bowmer, Mrs. Florence Gater White, Miss Osceola Jones and Mrs. Harry Burnaugh, chaperoned by Mrs. S. Joe Brown, chairman of the Colored Camp Mothers' Association, braved the rain and thunder storm to go to the Base Hospital at Camp Dodge, where they spent the afternoon carrying cheer to the sick and wounded of both races in the various wards with music, song and readings by Mrs. Burnaugh. In the evening they were motored down to "Y" building No. 89, where they were met by Atty. Brown and where a similar entertainment was given to a large number of able bodied men, who in addition to the musical program enjoyed helpful and encouraging addresses from Atty. and Mrs. Brown, for which Secretary Stewart on behalf of the men thanked the visitors. DAVIDSONS March Sale of LINOLEUM NOW ON! Cheers up the KITCHEN. Brightens up the DINING ROOM SAVE 1-2 to 1-3 On New Linoleum Pro-Linoleum Print Linoleum Inlaid Linoelum All Grades---All Patterns An entire carload now selling at big reductions. BRING FLOOR SIZES DAVIDSON'S JOHN'S LARGEST FURNITURE STORE 412-414-416-418-WALNUT-ST. be registered. CHURCHES Mrs. Alice Sylvester Stepney, wife of Ezekiel Robinson, died at the home of her son, Carl Robinson, 1038 W. 14th St., Des Moines, Iowa, Feb. 23, 1919, following six days illness of pneumonia. She was born in Aurandal Co., Maryland, Feb. 28, 1848. Funeral services were held at Harbach's chapel, conducted by Elder Ostrander, pastor of the Seventh Day Adventist church, of which she was a faithful member until her death. The remains were taken to Jefferson, Ohio, her former residence, for burial. The you're gone, dear mother, you are Thank God for faith which teaches us. 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Thompson, president. Evening services at 7:30 p. m. Mid-week prayer meeting Wednesday. Everybody invited at all of these services. St. PauFs A. M. E. Church 12th and Crocker Sts. Rev. S. L. Birt, D. D., Pastor. 10:45 a. m.—Preaching. 12:30 p. m.—Class meeting. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 8:00 p. m.—Evening worship. Union Baptist Church Sixteenth and McCormick. Rev. M. Toomey, Pastor. 9:30 a. m.—Sunday school. 11 a. m.—Preaching. 6 p. m.—B. Y. P. V. 8 p. m.—Preaching. First A. M. E. Zion Church. Rev. E. S. Hardge 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. H. 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. 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. Forgot What He Needed. From the Republican, Mt. Giliad, Ohio: The editor had an interesting experience some time ago, when a young gentleman came to this office and asked for a copy of the Morrow County Republican. He scrutinized it carefully when a copy was handed him, and then said: "Now I know!" "What is it you are looking for?" we inquired. "My wife sent me after a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, and I forgot the name. I went to several stores and the clerks named over everything in the line on the shelf except Chamberlain's.' I'll try again, and I'll never go home without Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.' The Republican would suggest to the proprietors of stores, that they post their clerks, and never let them substitute. Customers lose faith in stores where substituting is permitted, to say nothing of the injustice to makers of good goods and the disappointment of customers. Spanish Influenza can be prevented easier than it can be cured. At the first sign of a shiver or sneeze, take HILL'S CASCARA QUININE BROMIDE. Standard cold remedy for 20 years—in tablet form, made sure, no opiate—breaks up a cold in 24 hours—sulfur grip in 8 days. Many back if it falls. The genuine but blue Red top with Mr. Hill's picture. At All Time Shops. RUN THE HOUSEHOLD ON BUDGET SYSTEM Keep Careful Accounts and Divide Family Income Wisely—Suggestions for Various Salaries. A budget is absolutely necessary to the wise and well-proportioned running of a household. No budget can be made to fit all families, even families of similar size, legality, etc., but the well-proportioned budget provides a fair financial basis, a starting point from which to begin the work of wisely dividing the family income. The main thing is to get the budget started, to keep careful accounts—in a way that will permit analysis of expenditures—for at least several months; a year, if possible. Many people keep accounts, personal and household, only in a way that balances cash and shows how it has been generally expended. A budget should do better than that. An exact budget is difficult to provide at present, with all living prices in a state of flux but with a prevailing upward tendency. Figures differ greatly in various sections of the country, frequently in various sections of the same state. But in strictly industrial centers, it has been authentically computed, food usually consumes about 43 per cent of the ordinary income, shelter 18 per cent, fuel and light 6 per cent, and the various "sundries" so grouped because so difficult of more exact classification, 20 per cent. In the following suggestive budgets for varying incomes the "saving" item has been piced first as most necessary where the family income is not too large and is practically inelastic. This item may include life insurance, savings bank accounts and such inevitable income-bearing governmental securities absolutely necessary with the kind of incomes noted—as Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps. Expenditure Budgets. Yearly Monthly Saving ..... $ 102.00 8.50 Shelter ..... 360.00 80.00 Fuel and light ..... 190.00 15.00 Food and service ..... 720.00 60.00 Clothing ..... 240.00 20.00 Carfare ..... 60.00 5.00 Recreation, church, charities, etc ..... 90.00 7.50 Emergency or house- hold maintenance fund ..... 48.00 4.00 Total ..... $1.800.00 $150.00 Annual Income $2,000. Yearly Monthly Saving ..... $ 120.00 $ 10.00 Shelter ..... 390.00 32.50 Fuel and light ..... 210.00 17.50 Food and service ..... 780.00 65.00 Clothing ..... 270.00 22.50 Carfare ..... 60.00 5.00 Recreation, church, charities, etc ..... 108.00 9.00 Emergency or house- hold maintenance fund ..... 68.00 5.60 Total ..... $2,000.00 $166.66 Annual Income $2,500. Yearly Monthly Saving ..... $ 198.00 $ 16.50 Shelter ..... 540.00 45.00 Fuel and light..... 240.00 20.00 Food and service..... 900.00 75.00 Clothing ..... 300.00 25.00 Carfare ..... 60.00 5.00 Recreation, church, chagites, etc..... 150.00 12.50 Emergency or house- hold maintenance fund ..... 111.66 9.33 Total ..... $2,500 $208.33 Annual Income Yearly Monthly Saving ..... $ 240.00 $ 20.00 Shelter ..... 720.00 60.00 Fuel and light ..... 270.00 22.50 Food and service ..... 960.00 80.00 Clothing ..... 360.00 30.00 Carfare ..... 90.00 7.50 Recreation, church, charities, etc ..... 180.00 15.00 Emergency or house- hold maintenance fund ..... 180.00 15.00 Total ..... $3,000.00 $250.00 For the initial preparation of a budget household co-operation must be obtained. The exact disposal of certain larger items, such as rent, fuel, food, must be decided, plans only changed thereafter when proven impracticable as at first arranged. A full account of personal and household expenditures should be kept for future reference and possible budget readjustments. Fairly, justly tried, the budget system will lift many a family from a financial Sough of Despond to sunshiny financial heights. Lots of Money in America. There is more money in America than ever before in its history. War Savings Stamps are being offered. By putting our money into these government securities the nation will be helped, the funds will be safely and profitably invested and the thrift habit will be given a further impetus. THE BYSTANDER and unless you appear thereto and des- fend before noon of the second day of the next term, being the May term of said Court, which will commence at Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, on the 5th day of May, 1919, default will be entered against you and judgment and de- ree rendered thereon. Dated this 19th day of March, 1919. JOHN L. THOMPSON, Attorney for Plaintiff. NOTICE TO ANNUL CONTRACT. To J. E. McBride: You are hereby notified that you have failed to perform the contract with the undersigned date April 9, 1918, for the purchase of Lot 4, Block 2, Rollinson-Garden Addition to North Des Moines, now included in and forming a part of the City of Des Moines, Iowa, and because of your failure to perform said contract, the undersigned, A. E. Noble, does now in accordance with the provision of Section 4299, Title 21, Chapter 8 of the Code of 1897, cause the service upon you of this notice of intention to THE MPO 720-722 W Friday a latest Millinery Event beg er to every woman and m table selection of newest tr day and Saturday sure. Great Sale of New $1.00 Veils at 69c For Frid The Season's greatest Millin Friday. We offer to every the most remarkable selection here. Come Friday and Sa Great Sale of New $1.00 Veils at 69c The EMPORIUM $5 Novelty Rough Sailors in all Colors; Friday & Sat. $2.95 For Friday and Saturday The Season's greatest Millinery Event begins at this wonderful Emporium at 9 o'clock Friday. We offer to every woman and miss of Des Moines and surrounding territory the most remarkable selection of newest trimmed and untrimmed hats ever exhibited here. Come Friday and Saturday sure. To demonstrate our value giving supremacy we offer over 200 beautiful trimmed hats in the newest styles and colors, elaborately trimmed, including astonishing values to $12.50. Latest Sailors cleverly tailored; fine flower trimmed hats and pattern hats. See our window of these famous "Wonder" Hats now at..... Very special sale of newest values to $1.69. At... New arrival for Friday and $4.95, $7.50 and up. Don't fa For Fri Saturd 100 extra special values; a f trimmed hats in Mitzis, W flower and fancy trimmed h Opening Of Th of newest veils in black At...... Friday and Saturday of Fri p. Don't fail to see these Friday saturday O values; a few priced to Mitzis, Watteaus, Sailo trimmed hats. While th Of The Great Sale In O Very special sale of newest veils in black, taupe, brown and navy; values to $1.69. At..... 98c New arrival for Friday and Saturday of Fisk, Gage, Landsco and New York Sailors at $4.95, $7.50 and up. Don't fail to see these. For Friday and Saturday Only 100 extra special values; a few priced to $8.50 in latest trimmed hats in Mitzis, Watteaus, Sailors and beautiful flower and fancy trimmed hats. While they last at ..... To the fifty women attending this great Subway sale we offer choice of 50 wonderful new Spring and Summer trimmed hats worth to $3.95 at, choice $1 Subway $1 Su 55c $1 —Subway— —Subway— Japanese Have No Beds. 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. ORIGINAL NOTICE. In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, May Term, A. D. 1919. Lillian I. Murray, Plaintiff, vs. Herman B. Murray, Defendant. To Herman B. Murray: You are hereby notified that on or before the 15th day of April, A. D. 1919, the petition of the plaintiff in the above-entitled cause will be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, Iowa, claiming of you an absolute divorce on the grounds, desertion and drunkenness. For further particulars see petition, Great tables of fine untrimmed shapes, best colors, newest styles; values to $1.95, for Friday and Saturday opening Subway Sale at only The POR 722 Walnut St ent begins at this and miss of Dee newest trimmed a sure. $4 n black, taupe, ay of Fisk, Gage see these. ny an Only iced to $8.50 i s, Sailors and b While they last at Greatest n Our H $ 4 95 200 sensational values in ladies and misses' shapes, worth to $3.95, in all colors and styles for Friday and Saturday in Subway— $1.55 —Subway— cancel said contract thirty days after completed service of this notice; unless within the said thirty days you perform all the obligations on your part now delinquent under said contract and make all payments of principal and interest and keep all agreements now due and to become due within the said thirty days. Unless you perform all the obligations as above your rights under the said contract and interest in and to the said real estate therein described will be declared null and your right, title and interest in said contract and property shall cease and determine. Dated Des Moines, Iowa, this 7th day of March, 1919. In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, May Term, A. D. 1919. Faud Holmes, Plaintiff, vs. Dorothy Holmes, Defendant. To Dorothy Holmes: You are hereby notified that the pe- the ORIUL alnut Street and Satu ins at this wonderful Emp iss of Des Moines and surr rimmed and untrimmed ha 4 95 taupe, brown and navy; sk, Gage, Landsco and Ne test Subway ur History .55 55c way— Subway— $5 Novelty Rough Sailors in all Colors; Fri- day & Sat. $2.95 saturday ful Emporium at 9 o'clock and surrounding territory mmed hats ever exhibited nd navy; 98c o and New York Sailors at $ 3 95 way Millinery Children's real fine Milan shapes, values to $1.48; for Friday and Saturday in the Subway— Special lot of chil- dren's fine trimmed hats at— $1 A. E. NOBLE. ORIGINAL NOTICE. tition of the plaintiff in the above-ent- the Clerk of the District Court of the titled cause is now filed in the office of State of Iowa, in and for Polk County, Iowa, claiming of you a divorce from the bonds of matrimony on the grounds of desertion and adultery. For further particulars see petition, and unless you appear thereto and def- end before noon of the second day of the next term, being the May term of said Court, which will commence at Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, on the 5th day of May, 1919, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. S. JOE BROWN, Attorney for Plaintiff Bad Taste in Your Mouth When you have a bad taste in your mouth you may know that your digestion is faulty. A dose of Chamberlain's Tablets will usually correct the disorder. They also cause a gentle movement of the bowels. You will find this to be one of the best medicines you have ever become acquainted with. 100 fine trimmed hats, worth to $5, in our great Subway Friday and Saturday— $2.55