Iowa State Bystander

THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Ridg Historic Roof Program 18th AnnualSession I.F.C.W.C. I pledge allegiance to my flag and the Republic for which it stands. One Nation indivisible with liberty and justice to all. At Marshalltown, Iowa. Motto: "Sowing Seeds of Kindness." Colors: Blue and White. MONDAY, 3 P. M. Meeting of officers of Iowa Federation. Report of program committee. MONDAY EVENING, MAY 26. ... Citizens Night 4—Welcome in behalf of city, Mayor Smith. 5—Piano solo, Miss Ruth Brown. 6—Welcome in behalf of Dunbar Prog. Club, Miss Jessye E. Walker. 7—Solo, Mr. D. N. Crosswaite, Jr. 8—Welcome in behalf of churches, Rev. McAllister. 11—Solo, Miss Glorene Lamprey. 12—Welcome in behalf of Baptist Ladies Aid, Mrs. Sadie Warn. 13—Piano solo, Mrs. Gertrude Raglan. 14—Response to welcome addresses. Mrs. A. G. Clark, 2nd vice president I. S. F. C. W. C. 15—Piano solo, Mrs. Grace Humphrey. 16—Reading, Miss Mary Roderick. 17—Announcements. 18—Song, "Star Spangled Banner." 19—Benediction, Rev. Patterson. TUESDAY A. M., MAY 29. 15 minutes devotion, Chaplain Mr. A. Allen, Des Moines, Iowa. Song, America. Report of credential committee, Miss Jessye Walker, chairman. Paper, Mrs. Alethea Moore, Esther ville. Boll call. Quotations. Miscellaneous. Minutes of previous meeting. Report of state committees, 5 to 10 minutes each. War Work, Mrs. B. Wells, Des Moines. Food Conservation, Mrs. E. Redd, Washington. Household Economics, Miss Ona Webb, Buxton. Duet, Mrs. Sophia Nichols and Mattie Woods. Address, chairman Red Cross, Marshalltown. Vocal solo. 2 minute talk, club presidents, Club Work in My Community. Child Welfare, Mrs. Grace Humphrey, Marshalltown. Suffrage, Miss Margaret Roberts, Des Moines. Parliamentary Drill, Mrs. M. Lowry Dea Moines. Minutes or previous meeting. President's address, Mrs. Martha F. White, Indianola, Iowa. Violin solo, Mrs. Johnnie Shaw, Des Moines. Tribute to T. Roosevelt, Mrs. E. Gresham, Cedar Rapids. Robosevelt a Citizen, Mrs. H. Downey. Roosevelt a Soldier and President, Mrs. Geo. Young. Roosevelt a Statesman, Mrs. Mattie Lewis. Music, patriotic. Paper, Mrs. Theresa Adams. Solo, Crossing the Bar, Mr. Fred Gresham, Cedar Rapids. Collection. Announcements. WEDNESDAY A. M. 15 minutes devotion. Roll call, quotations race men. Minutes of previous meeting. Report of nominating committee. Club reports. Reports of committees continued. Health, Mrs. Mabel Robinson, Hocking. Temperance, Mrs. Mary Miles, Buxton. Arts and Crafts, Mrs. Ada Mills, Buxton Report of music, Mrs. Mattie Woods, Dea Mojena. Roll call, quotations, race women. Minister of previous meeting. Report of Social Service chairman, Mrs. Ada Green, Cedar Rapids. Music. Report of State Historian, Mrs. Besse Hughes, Des Moines. Report of auditing committee. Partial report of finance committee. Report of nominating committee. Report program committee. Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXV No.47 At Marshalltown, Iowa. MONDAY. 3 P. M. 3—Invocation, Nov. 18th. 3—Selection, Male Quartette. WEDNESDAY P. M. Song. Invocation: Roll call. Reading of minutes previous meeting. Piano solo, Juanita White, Indianola. Paper, Christian Culture Club, Washington. Report of delegate to National Association, Mrs. Jennie Johnson, Davenport. Solo, Mrs. Minnie Gray, Cedar Rapids. Recreation and Amusements, Miss Adah Hyde. Installation of officers, Mrs. H. Downey, Ottumwa, Iowa, honorary president of I. F. C. W. C. "THE NEGRO ARTILLERY BRIGADE." Address by General John H. Sherburne, commander of the 167th Artillery of the 92nd Division, at mass meeting, Monday, May 5, 8 p. m., Carnegie Hall, opening National Conference on Lynching. At this meeting, whose purpose is to secure for the Negro fair play and equal protection of the law, it is my privilege as well as my duty to testify to the high achievement of the Negro in a line of military activity in which he had never before been tried. The fighting qualities of the coloured soldier are too well known to need comment, but until the German war their service had been in the infantry and cavalry arms and they had never served as artillery either in the American army or in any other army. When I was assigned to the 167th Field Artillery Brigade the artillery authorities of the expeditionary force were frank in saying that they considered the experiment an impossibility and I joined the brigade with a sad heart and a full certainty that the jaws of the trap had at last closed upon me. Even the ever kind French friends shook their heads in doubt. But after the first day with the brigade my barometer began to go up. The first impression was the marvelous spirit of the men, their neatness of appearance, their military courtesy and their discipline was most striking, and they were so carnest in their desire to learn and excel. The brigade never failed to do creditably any task it was called upon to do, and many appreciative and flattering things were said about it by the military authorities who observed its work. Perhaps the best testimony, however, is the fact that when the intelligence officer of the German division opposite came into our lines at the close of hostilities, he refused to believe that the artillery supporting the colored infantry was not French artillery. But perhaps beyond and above the performance of the merely technical duties was the splendid quality of the morale of the brigade. The courage of the men under fire was without criticism. The men looked for leadership but they did not show fear and were always ready to do what they were called upon for. In some instances gun crews and telephone lines showed a very notable courage and determination under fire. At all times and under all conditions the men showed a fine cheerfulness and willingness. Their conduct was almost flawless, and they left each billet with the good will and affection of the French civilians. I cannot pay too high a tribute to the splendid spirit of both officers and men of the brigade. The officers gave themselves to their task in the fullest measure, and the credit of the brigade's achievement is in-a large part due to their ward especially to Colonels O'Neil of the 349th, Prosser of the 350th, Carpenter of the 351st and Andrus of the Ammunition Train, but their inspiration was the spirit of the men who have shown throughout an eagerness to learn, a determination to excel and a fidelity to the rules and ideals of military service unequalled in by experience and measuring up to the highest ideal of American patriotism. SEVEN-BYSTANDER CRYPTORHILLE NEWS. The Mission Circle met in its regular business meeting Tuesday evening. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Wm. Cobbs in a social session. The circle is doing nicely and the president seems pleased over the work. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Nash entertained Rev. F. C. Bolling at dinner Wednesday at 12 o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. A. Jackson entertained Rev. Bolling at a 6 o'clock supper Wednesday evening. Rev. Bolling also preached for us Wednesday night. He left Thursday morning for his home in Buxton. Rev. Belling says he had a nice visit with friends while in the city and hoped to visit us again. Miss Frances Pullens returned home Sunday morning from a visit of two or three days with friends on the Milwaukee. wankee. Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Brown and son, W. E., of Mystic took dinner with her mother, Mrs. A. L. Crittenden, and family. They also attended services. Mrs. Elesta was calling on Mrs. Jackson Sunday. Bro. J. Saunders is some better at this writing. writing. Mrs. Ada Childs and Mrs. Mary McDonald are reported among the sick. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith are the DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1919. proud parents of another baby girl. Mark Corrington, Jr., seems a little improved. His brother Ellage returned to the capital city to resume his work. Mr. and Mrs. Abbott of Missouri is visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. P. Gooding and family. Mr. and Mrs. John Allen, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Brown and son, Mrs. Crittenden and daughter Olive were calling at the Mr. Gooding home. Mrs. Cobbs, Mrs. Price, Mr. Ridding called to see Bro. J. Saunders Sunday afternoon. Mrs. F. M. Mayfield and Mrs. Wm. Clark spent Sunday evening with Mrs. Wm. Kerney. Master James Crittenden has been on the sick list for two or three days. Everybody is getting ready to welcome Co. D. Home. A big time is expected. A special train will go from here to Des Moines to meet Major Glen Hanes on his return trip from service over the big pond. The C. C. Band is doing nicely. Mr. S. Lee and Mr. Wm. Clark are proud of their boys. They will also take part in the big event for the 168th boys. Mr. Theodore Lee is still making good with the school classes. He won third place in the track meet on May 1. Little Elton Tripplett also made a showing in the county track meet, he winning three places in it. Mrs. Clara Jones and Mrs. H. Cobbs called on several friends last week. The sad news of the death of Mr. Charley Brooks reached us and all the friends here and the members of Golden Rule Tabernacle were more than sorry to hear of his death and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. The ladies of the Mission Circle will hold services and program Sunday night at the church. Dr. Du Bois To Speak Here. Dr. Du Bois To Speak Here. Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois of New York, editor of the Crisis Magazine, secretary of the Pan-African Congress, scholar, author and lecturer, will speak at St. Paul's A. M. E. church, corner of Twelfth and Crocker streets, Tuesday evening under the auspices of the Des Moines Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Dr. Du Bois, who has just returned from a four months visit in France, will tell of his experiences, of the achievements of the colored troops and of the treatment accorded the Negro-American fighters by their countrymen. The meeting promises to be largely attended. NOTICE The Bystander collector will call in the following towns next week, in which every subscriber is asked to be prepared to pay him: Monday in Osceola and Creston; Tuesday in Clarinda and Wednesday in Red Oak; Thursday in Council Bluffs; Friday in Omaha, Nebr.; Monday, May 26th, in Sioux City; Wednesday at Yankton, S. D.; Thursday in Ft. Dodge. MACON. MO., NEWS. Mrs. Fannie Harris has a fine boy, who arrived at their home. The little man is to be named John Joseph, Jr., after his three uncles. Mother and son are doing nicely. Mrs. Valentine will entertain Friday eve in honor of her son, Owan, the Juniors. The K O. P. held their Thanksgiving sermon Sunday at Bethel A. M. E. church. Sunday at Vine and Broadway Baptist church the baccalaureate sermon of Dumas school will be held by Rev. J. W. L. Underwood. Miss Lucilia O. Harris has returned home from teaching school and closed a successful term of school; was re-elected for another year. Mrs. Myrtle Smith will entertain in honor of Miss Edith Harris and Mr. Owan Valentine Sunday afternoon from 3 to 7 o'clock. These are young graduates of May 20, 1919. She also had her Sunday school class. Quite a crowd attended the baptising in Admore, Mo., Sunday. Rev. Dean Thompson preached Sunday in Admore, Mo. Miss C. Alice Crewes will entertain Monday eve in honor of Miss Edith Harris, a senior, her class and the junior class. Western College commencement will start the 28th of May. Mrs. Nora Houston, Mrs. M. E. Smith, Mrs. M. Enix and Susie Howard motured to Admore, Mo., Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Tidgens, Mr. Belle and a large crowd motored to Admore, Mo. We are glad indeed to see Dr. A. J. Booker's photo once again in the Bystander and that he was highly honored over in France as lieutenant. Now waiting to hear or read his wonderful remarks again, although we enjoyed reading Dr. Wm. H. Harper and see his pleasing face. Miss Opal Donley has been real sick at her home, but is better. Mr. James Burton has returned from over seas. He has been resting in Mo- Graduation Gifts MAKE your graduation gifts from this rich and well selected display of fine jewelry, silverware, goldware, crystal and other fine pieces of home utility and ornamentation. You'll find only the newest and latest modes, patterns, designs and materials, and a selection here will not only be appreciated for its value and beauty, but Schlampp's trademark on a gift will also reflect your good taste and good judgement. A fine line of vabuable and useful gifts for young folks berly, Mo. James is indeed looking well. Mrs. Hattie Hagard from Oklahoma is visiting her mother, Mrs. M. Young. Mrs. Ella Maupin of Columbia, Mo., is visiting friends. Mrs. Bettie Burton has been sick but is better. She is able to be up and around as we go to press. Mrs. Booker and Mrs. Mary Ancel spent last Sunday in Columbia, Mo. Billiousness and Constipation. "For years I was troubled with biliousness and constipation, which made life miserable for me. My appetite failed me. I lost my usual force and vitality. Pepsin preparations and cathartics only made matters worse. I do not know where I shoul have been today had I not tried Chamberlain's Tablets. The tablets relieve the ill feeling at once, strengthen the digestive functions, purify the stomach, liver and blood, helping the system to do its work naturally."—Mrs. Rosa Potts, Birmingham, Ala. For a burn or a scald apply Chamberlain's Salve. It will allay the pain almost instantly and quickly heal the injured parts. AMES. IOWA. (Special to Bystander.) Mrs. C. A. Clegggett spent three days of last week at her home in Des Moines, Iowa. Mrs. L. Raglan of Fort Dodge was a business visitor in the city Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hueling invited their friends to a kodak picnic in the Griffiths woods Sunday. It being an ideal spring day, a very enjoyable time was spent by all. Private Robt. Morgan of Nogales, Arizona, has been spending his furlough of two weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Shipp. While in the city he was entertained at the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Harris, Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Gater, also by the A. M. A. Club. Mrs. M. D. Lowrie has been on the sick list. Mr. Anderson, an overseas boy, visited at the home of his sister, Mrs. Robt. Harris. Last Wednesday evening Mrs. M. D. Lowrie and Mrs. Arthur Marshall entertained complimentary to Mrs. L. Raglan at the home of Mrs. Lowrie. Cards and dancing were enjoyed by those present, after which delicious refreshments were served by the ladies. Mr. and Mrs. Martin and Mr. and Mrs. John Shipp have purchased homes in this city recently. We are glad to see so many of our people buying property in this little city. The ladies of the A. M. A. Club will be hostesses at their "guest night" next week. The main feature of the event will be the masquerade, in which all are requested to take part. An elaborate menu will be served by the ladies. Mrs. Myra Gater was the happy recipient of a beautiful designed sofa pillow cover, made by Corporal James Bacon of the U. S. general hospital, Fort Des Moines, last week. Corporal Bacon was unfortunate in losing one of his hands in a battle over there, but like others of our brave heroes are making the best of their opportunities. GALESBURG, ILL. Rev. Garrison is spending a few days in Burlington with Dr. N. J. McCracken, arranging the program for the district conference and Sunday school convention next month. Women's progressive gave a splendid Mother's Day program at Allen chapel Sunday evening. A number of girls and boys will give a minstrel at Old Fellows hall Tuesday, May 20. Miss I. Fletcher, pianist. Quarterly conference held at Allen chapel. Proceeds for the past six months report $1,350. Garrison Club will give a Maypole and concert at Allen chapel Monday, May 19. Electoral College will meet at Allen chapel May 21-22. A number of returned soldiers will give a dance at Central hall May 29. Music will be furnished by Paynes orchestra. Shelton Brooks, popular song writer and Horace George, king of jazz clarinetists, were booked at the Orpheum theater last week. Mr. H. Bryant and P. Livingston have returned home from overseas. Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Drury attended the funeral of Mrs. D. Dixon in Rock Island last week. Mrs. C. Mitchell and son of Kewance spent the week end in the city, guest of her sister, Mrs. B. Berry. Mr. and Mrs. J. Bell of Kewanee spent Sunday in Kewanee. MT. PLEASANT NOTES Mr. Fred Harrison, one of our oldest and highly respected citizens, passed away last Sunday. He had been in poor health a long while. He leaves to mourn his loss a widow, five children, and other relatives besides a host of friends. His funeral was preached from Baptist church, Rev. Jackson officiating. He was assisted by Rev. Weston. Those from abroad who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Bush and son of Des Moines, Mrs. Dorothy Harrison Brown of Chicago, Miss Eliza Harrison of Gary, Ind., Mr. James Harrison of Quincy, Ill., and Miss Anna Pate of Chicago. Mr. Eugene Bailey, the noted tenor soloist of Ottumwa, Iowa, assisted by Miss Etta Eareay of I. W. C., gave a musicale at A. M. E. chrush last Thursday eve under the auspices of King's Daughters. The musicale was all that could be expected. Everyone present felt they were well paid to hear these two highly talented young people. Miss Etta Searey was recently elected to Iota Phi, the Wesleyan honorary fraternity. She was elected both on account of her scholarship and campus activities. Miss Searey is the first colored student ever to be elected to this fraternity in Mt. Pleasant. Mrs. B. F. Hubbard of Fairfield came down Sunday on No. 6 and spent the rest of the day with friends. Mr. Eugene Bailey of Ottumwa was in the city last Thursday. Rev. J. Smith of Des Moines spent Sunday in Mt. Pleasant. Mrs. A. Bartlett, accompanied by her daughter, Miss Hester, has returned from Chicago,, where they spent the winter. Graduation Gifts for Your Friend our graduation gifts from well selected display of hardware, crystal and other decor and ornamentation. of the newest and latest m aterials, and a selection associated for its value and demark on a gift will also good judgement. abuable and useful gifts Shilampp's At the Corner of the big Glock LOCUST STREET AT SIXTH AVE. The best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west several days in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Burnaugh of Des Moines pleasantly remembered their mother, Mrs. Wm. Burnaugh, on Mother's Day by sending her a box of beautiful pink carnations. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Reesercer and Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Foster motored to Washington, Iowa, last Sunday and spent the day. Mother's Day was fittingly observed by Mothers Council at A. M. E. church last Sunday evening to a full house. A very nice program was rendered by mothers assisted by some of the children. Mrs. Robert Anderson entertained the King's Daughters Friday. A very pleasant time was held. The class in nursing held their examination Tuesday. We are all very anxious to know how we stood. Getting Worried. Clarence constantly played with Marguerite, one of twins, until his parents teased him about his "girl." One afternoon Clarence's mother was sitting on the porch. Clarence, Marguerite, and a few other children were playing in the yard. Suddenly he left the group and coming to his mother said: "Mother, when you marry a twin, do you have to marry both of them?" An Encore. Camera Man—"I'm sorry, Jack, but we'll have to do that business over again, where you fall off the roof into the rain barrel and are run over by the steam roller. My film gave out."—Life. Come In and see us the next time you are in need of good printing We are specialists in the kind of work that pleases. A trial is all we ask. THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Ridg Historic Roof Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXV No. 47 Program 18th Annual Session I.F.C.W.C. I pledge allegiance to my flag and the Republic for which it stands. One Nation indivisible with liberty and just ice to all. At Marshalltown, Iowa. Motto: "Sowing Seeds of Kindness." Colors: Blue and White. MONDAY, 3 P. M. Meeting of officers of Iowa Federation. Report of program committee. MONDAY EVENING, MAY 26. ... Citizens Night 4—Welcome in behalf of city, Mayor Smith. 5—Piano solo, Miss Ruth Brown. 6—Welcome in behalf of Dunbar Prog. Club, Miss Jessye E. Walker. 7—Solo, Mr. D. N. Crosswaite, Jr. 8—Welcome in behalf of churches, Rev. McAllister. 11—Solo, Miss Glorene Humprey. 12—Welcome in behalf of Baptist Ladies Aid, Mrs. Sadie Warn. 13—Piano solo, Mrs. Gertrude Raglan. 14—Response to welcome addresses, Mrs. A. G. Clark, 2nd vice president I. S. F. C. W. C. 15—Piano solo, Mrs. Grace Humphrey. 16—Reading, Miss Mary Roderick. 17—Announcements. 18—Song, "Star Spangled Banner." 19—Benediction, Rev. Patterson. TUESDAY A. M., MAY 29. 15 minutes devotion, Chaplain Mr. A. Allen, Des Moines, Iowa. Song, America. Report of credential committee, Miss Jessie Walker, chairman. Minutes of board meeting. Announcements of committees. Report of state officers. Discussion of Woodson plan. Paper, Mrs. Alethea Moore, Esther- ville. TUESDAY P. M. Song. Invocation. Roll call. Quotations. Miscellaneous. Minutes of previous meeting. Report of state committees, 5 to 10 minutes each. War Work, Mrs. B. Wells, Des Moines. Food Conservation, Mrs. E. Redd, Washington. Household Economics, Miss Ona Webb, Buxton. Duet, Mrs. Sophia Nichols and Matti tie Woods. Address, chairman Red Cross, Marsh shalltown. Vocal solo. 2 minute talk, club presidents, Club Work in My Community. Child Welfare, Mrs. Grace Humphrey, Marshalltown. Suffrage, Miss Margaret Roberts, Des Meiner Moines. Parliamentary Drill, Mrs. M. Lowry. Des Moines. TUESDAY EVENING. Minutes of previous meeting. President's address, Mrs. Martha F. White, Indianola, Iowa. Violin solo, Mrs. Johnnie Shaw, Des Moines. Tribute to T. Roosevelt, Mrs. E. Gresham, Cedar Rapids. Robosevelt a Citizen, Mrs. H. Downey. Roosevelt a Soldier and President, Mrs. Geo. Young. Roosevelt a Statesman, Mrs. Mattie Lewis. Music, patriotic. Paper, Mrs. Theresa Adams. Solo, Crossing the Bar, Mr. Fred Gresham, Cedar Rapids. Collection. Announcements. WEDNESDAY A. M. 15 minutes devotion. Roll call, quotations race men. Minutes of previous meeting. Report of nominating committee. Club reports. Reports of committees continued. Health, Mrs. Mabel Robinson, Hocking. Temperance, Mrs. Mary Miles, Buxton. Arts and Crafts, Mrs. Ada Mills, Buxton. Report of music, Mrs. Mattie Woods, Des Moines. WEDNESDAY P. M. Music, by music chairman. Invocation. Roll call, quotations, race women. Minutes of previous meeting. Report of chairman Young Women, Miss Marie Williams, Cedar Rapids. Report of Social Service chairman, Mrs. Ada Green, Cedar Rapids. Music. Report of State Historian, Mrs. Besse Hughes, Des Moines. Report of auditing committee. Partial report of finance committee. Report of nominating committee. Report program committee. At Marshalltown, Iowa. THE D WEDNESDAY EVENING. Reading of minutes previous meeting. Piano solo, Juanita White, Indianola. Paper, Christian Culture Club, Washington. Report of delegate to National Association, Mrs. Jennie Johnson, Davenport. Solo, Mrs. Minnie Gray, Cedar Rapids. Recreation and Amusements, Miss Adah Hyde. Installation of officers, Mrs. H. Downey, Ottumwa, Iowa, honorary president of I. F. C. W. C. "THE NEGRO ARTILLERY BRIG. ADE." Address by General John H. Sherburne, commander of the 167th Artillery of the 92nd Division, at mass meeting, Monday, May 5, 8 p. m., Carnegie Hall, opening National Conference on Lynching. At this meeting, whose purpose is to secure for the Negro fair play and equal protection of the law, it is my privilege as well as my duty to testify to the high achievement of the Negro in a line of military activity in which he had never before been tried. The fighting qualities of the coloured soldier are too well known to need comment, but until the German war their service had been in the infantry and cavalry arms and they had never served as artillery either in the American army or in any other army. When I was assigned to the 167th Field Artillery Brigade the artillery authorities of the expeditionary force were frank in saying that they considered the experiment an impossibility and I joined the brigade with a sad heart and a full certainty that the jaws of the trap had at last closed upon me. Even the ever kind French friends shook their heads in doubt. But after the first day with the brigade my barometer began to go up. The first impression was the marvelous spirit of the men, their neatness of appearance, their military courtesy and their discipline was most striking, and they were so earnest in their desire to learn and excel. The brigade never failed to do creditably any task it was called upon to do, and many appreciative and flattering things were said about it by the military authorities who observed its work. Perhaps the best testimony, however, is the fact that when the intelligence officer of the German division opposite came into our lines at the close of hostilities, he refused to believe that the artillery supporting the colored infantry was not French artillery. But perhaps beyond and above the performance of the merely technical duties was the splendid quality of the morale of the brigade. The courage of the men under fire was without criticism. The men looked for leadership but they did not show fear and were always ready to do what they were called upon for. In some instances gun crews and telephone linesmen showed a very notable courage and determination under fire. At all times and under all conditions the men showed a fine cheerfulness and willingness. Their conduct was almost flawless, and they left each billet with the good will and affection of the French civilians. I cannot pay too high a tribute to the splendid spirit of both officers and men of the brigade. The officers gave themselves to their task in the fullest measure, and the credit of the brigade's achievement is in-a large part due to their ward especially to Colonels O'Neil of the 349th, Prosser of the 350th, Carpenter of the 351st and Andrus of the Ammunition Train, but their inspiration was the spirit of the men who have shown throughout an eagerness to learn, a determination to excel and a fidelity to the rules and ideals of military service unequalled in by experience and measuring up to the highest ideal of American patriotism. The Mission Circle met in its regular business meeting Tuesday evening. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Wm. Cobbs in a social session. The circle is doing nicely and the president seems pleased over the work. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Nash entertained Rev. F. C. Bolling at dinner Wednesday at 12 o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. A. Jackson entertained Rev. Bolling at a 6 o'clock supper Wednesday evening. Rev. Bolling also preached for us Wednesday night. He left Thursday morning for his home in Buxton. Rev. Belling says he had a nice visit with friends while in the city and hoped to visit us again. Miss Frances Pullens returned home Sunday morning from a visit of two or three days with friends on the Milwaukee. wainee. Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Brown and son, W. E., of Mystic took dinner with her mother, Mrs. A. L. Crittenden, and family. They also attended services. Mrs. Elesta was calling on Mrs. Jackson Sunday. Bro. J. Saunders is some better at this writing. Mrs. Ada Childs and Mrs. Mary McDonald are reported among the sick. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith are the DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1919. proud parents of another baby girl. Mark Corrington, Jr., seems a little improved. His brother Ellage returned to the capital city to resume his work. Mr. and Mrs. Abbott of Missouri is visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. P. Gooding and family. Mr. and Mrs. John Allen, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Brown and son, Mrs. Crittenden and daughter Olive were calling at the Mr. Gooding home. Mrs. Cobbs, Mrs. Price, Mr. Ridding called to see Bro. J. Saunders Sunday afternoon. Mrs. F. M. Mayfield and Mrs. Wm. Clark spent Sunday evening with Mrs. Wm. Kerney. Master James Crittenden has been on the sick list for two or three days. the sick list for two or three days. Everybody is getting ready to welcome Co. D home. A big time is expected. A special train will go from here to Des Moines to meet Major Glen Hanes on his return trip from service over the big pond. The C. C. Band is doing nicely. Mr. S. Lee and Mr. Wm. Clark are proud of their boys. They will also take part in the big event for the 168th boys. Mr. Theodore Lee is still making good with the school classes. He won third place in the track meet on May 1. Little Elton Tripplett also made a showing in the county track meet., he winning three places in it. Mrs. Clara Jones and Mrs. H. Cobbs called on several friends last week. The sad news of the death of Mr. Charley Brooks reached us and all the friends here and the members of Golden Rule Tabernacle were more than sorry to hear of his death and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. The ladies of the Mission Circle will hold services and program Sunday night at the church. Dr. Du Bois To Speak Here. Dr. Du Bois To Speak Here. Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois of New York, editor of the Crisis Magazine, secretary of the Pan-African Congress, scholar, author and lecturer, will speak at St. Paul's A. M. E. church, corner of Twelfth and Crocker streets, Tuesday evening under the auspices of the Des Moines Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Dr. Du Bois, who has just returned from a four months visit in France, will tell of his experiences, of the achievements of the colored troops and of the treatment accorded the Negro-American fighters by their countrymen. The meeting promises to be largely attended. NOTICE The Bystander collector will call in the following towns next week, in which every subscriber is asked to be prepared to pay him: Monday in Osceola and Creston; Tuesday in Clarinda and Wednesday in Red Oak; Thursday in Council Bluffs; Friday in Omaha, Nebr.; Monday, May 26th, in Sioux City; Wednesday at Yankton, S. D.; Thursday in Ft. Dodge. MACON. MO.. NEWS. Mrs. Fannie Harris has a fine boy, who arrived at their home. The little man is to be named John Joseph, Jr., after his three uncles. Mother and son are doing nicely. Mrs. Valentine will entertain Friday eve in honor of her son, Owan, the Juniors. The K O. P. held their Thanksgiving sermon Sunday at Bethel A. M. E. church. Sunday at Vine and Broadway Baptist church the baccalaureate sermon of Dumas school will be held by Rev. J. W. L. Underwood. Miss Lucillia O. Harris has returned home from teaching school and closed a successful term of school; was re-elected for another year. Mrs. Myrtle Smith will entertain in honor of Miss Edith Harris and Mr. Owan Valentine Sunday afternoon from 3 to 7 o'clock. These are young graduates of May 20, 1919. She also had her Sunday school class. Quite a crowd attended the baptising in Admore, Mo. Sunday. in Admore, Mo., Sunday. Rev. Dean Thompson preached Sunday in Admore, Mo. Miss C. Alice Crewes will entertain Monday eve in honor of Miss Edith Harris, a senior, her class and the junior class. Western College commencement will start the 28th of May. Mrs. Nora Houston, Mrs. M. E. Smith, Mrs. M. Enix and Susie Howard motored to Admore, Mo., Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Tidgens, Mr. Belle and a large crowd motored to Admore, Mo. We are glad indeed to see Dr. A. J. Booker's photo once again in the Bystander and that he was highly honored over in France as lieutenant. Now waiting to hear or read his wonderful remarks again, although we enjoyed reading Dr. Wm. H. Harper and see his pleasing face. Miss Opal Donley has been real sick at her home, but is better. Mr. James Burton has returned from over seas. He has been resting in Mo- Graduation Gifts MAKE your graduation gifts from this rich and well selected display of fine jewelry, silverware, goldware, crystal and other fine pieces of home utilitiy and ornamentation. You'll find only the newest and latest modes, patterns, designs and materials, and a selection here will not only be appreciated for its value and beauty, but Schlampp's trademark on a gift will also reflect your good taste and good judgement. A fine line of vabuable and useful gifts for young folks berly, Mo. James is indeed looking well. Mrs. Hattie Hagard from Oklahoma is visiting her mother, Mrs. M. Young. Mrs. Ella Maupin of Columbia, Mo., is visiting friends. Mrs. Bettie Burton has been sick but is better. She is able to be up and around us we go to press. Mrs. Booker and Mrs. Mary Ancel spent last Sunday in Columbia, Mo. Billiousness and Constipation. "For years I was troubled with biliousness and constipation, which made life miserable for me. My appetite failed me. I lost my usual force and vitality. Pepsin preparations and cathartics only made matters worse. I do not know where I should have been today had I not tried Chamberlain's Tablets. The tablets relieve the ill feeling at once, strengthen the digestive functions, purify the stomach, liver and blood, helping the system to do its work naturally."—Mrs. Rosa Potts, Birmingham, Ala. For a burn or a scald apply Chamberlain's Salve. It will allay the pain almost instantly and quickly heal the injured parts. AMES, IOWA. Mrs. C. A. Clegggett spent three days of last week at her home in Des Moines, Iowa. Mrs. L. Raglan of Fort Dodge was a business visitor in the city Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hueling invited their friends to a kodak picnic in the Griffiths woods Sunday. It being an ideal spring day, a very enjoyable time was spent by all. Private Robt. Morgan of Nogales, Arizona, has been spending his furlough of two weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Shipp. While in the city he was entertained at the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Harris, Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Gater, also by the A. M. A. Club. Mrs. M. D. Lowrie has been on the sick list. Mr. Anderson, an overseas boy, visited at the home of his sister, Mrs. Robt. Harris. Last Wednesday evening Mrs. M. D. Lowrie and Mrs. Arthur Marshall entertained complimentary to Mrs. L. Raglan at the home of Mrs. Lowrie. Cards and dancing were enjoyed by those present, after which delicious refreshments were served by the ladies. Mr. and Mrs. Martin and Mr. and Mrs. John Shipp have purchased homes in this city recently. We are glad to see so many of our people buying property in this little city. The ladies of the A. M. A. Club will be hostesses at their "guest night" next week. The main feature of the event will be the masquerade, in which all are requested to take part. An elaborate menu will be served by the ladies. Mrs. Myra Gater was the happy recipient of a beautiful designed sofa pillow cover, made by Corporal James Bacon of the U. S. general hospital, Fort Des Moines, last week. Corporal Bacon was unfortunate in losing one of his hands in a battle over there, but like others of our brave heroes are making the best of their opportunities. GALESBURG. ILL. Rev. Garrison is spending a few days in Burlington with Dr. N. J. McCracken, arranging the program for the district conference and Sunday school convention next month. Women's progressive gave a splendid Mother's Day program at Allen chapel Sunday evening. A number of girls and boys will give a minstrel at Odd Fellows hall Tuesday, May 20. Miss I. Fletcher, pianist. Quarterly conference held at Allen chapel. Proceeds for the past six months report $1,350. Garrison Club will give a Maypole and concert at Allen chapel Monday, May 19. Electoral College will meet at Allen chapel May 21-22. A number of returned soldiers will give a dance at Central hall May 29. Music will be furnished by Paynes orchestra. Shelton Brooks, popular song writer and Horace George, king of jazz clarinetists, were booked at the Orpheum theater last week. Mr. H. Bryant and P. Livingston have returned home from overseas. Mr. and Mrs. M, R. Drury attended the funeral of Mrs. D. Dixon in Rock Island last week. Mrs. C. Mitchell and son of Kewance spent the week end in the city, guest of her sister, Mrs. B. Berry. Mr. and Mrs. J. Bell of Kewance spent Sunday in Kewance. MT. PLEASANT NOTES Mr. Fred Harrison, one of our olodest and highly respected citizens, passed away last Sunday. He had been in poor health a long while. He leaves to mourn his loss a widow, five children and other relatives besides a host of friends. His funeral was preached from Baptist church, Rev. Jackson officiating. He was assisted by Rev. Weston. Those from abroad who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Bush and son of Des Moines, Mrs. Dorothy Harrison Brown of Chicago, Miss Eliza Harrison of Gary, Ind., Mr. James Harrison of Quincy, Ill., and Miss Anna Pate of Chicago. Mr. Eugene Bailey, the noted tenor soloist of Ottumwa, Iowa, assisted by Miss Etta Eearey of I. W. C., gave a musical at A. M. E. church last Thursday eve under the auspices of King's Daughters. The musicale was all that could be expected. Everyone present felt they were well paid to hear these two highly talented young people. Miss Etta Searay was recently elected to Iota Phi, the Wesleyan honorary fraternity. She was elected both on account of her scholarship and campus activities. Miss Searay is the first colored student ever to be elected to this fraternity in Mt. Pleasant. Mrs. B. F. Hubbard of Fairfield came down Sunday on No. 6 and spent the rest of the day with friends. Mr. Eugene Bailey of Ottumwa was in the city last Thursday. Rev. J. Smith of Des Moines spent Sunday in Mt. Pleasant. Mrs. A. Bartlett, accompanied by her daughter, Miss Hester, has returned from Chicago,, where they spent the winter. Rev. Handy of Waterloo, Iowa, spent Graduation Gifts for Your Friend our graduation gifts from well selected display of hardware, crystal and other y and ornamentation. of the newest and latest m aterials, and a selection ciated for its value and demark on a gift will also good judgement. abuable and useful gifts Sibilampy At the Corner of the big Glock LOCUST STREET AT SIXTH AVE. The best advertising medium to reach colored people in the west several days in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Burnaugh of Des Moines pleasantly remembered their mother, Mrs. Wm. Burnaugh, on Mother's Day by sending her a box of beautiful pink carnations. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Reeserc and Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Foster motered to Washington, Iowa, last Sunday and spent the day. Mother's Day was fittingly observed by Mothers Council at A. M. E. church last Sunday evening to a full house. A very nice program was rendered by mothers assisted by some of the children. Mrs. Robert Anderson entertained the King's Daughters Friday. A very pleasant time was held. The class in nursing held their examination Tuesday. We are all very anxious to know how we stood. Getting Worried. Clarence constantly played with Marguerite, one of twins, until his parents teased him about his "girl." One afternoon Clarence's mother was sitting on the porch. Clarence, Marguerite, and a few other children were playing in the yard. Suddenly he left the group and coming to his mother said: "Mother, when you marry a twin, do you have to marry both of them?" An Encore. Camera Man—"I'm sorry, Jack, but we'll have to do that business over again, where you fall off the roof into the rain barrel and are run over by the steam roller. My film gave out."—Life. Come In and see us the next time you are in need of good printing We are specialists in the kind of work that pleases. A trial is all we ask. Published every Friday by the Bystander Publishing Company, Des Moines, Iowa. 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The Southern signers and representatives especially, comprising Hugh M. Dorsey, governor of Georgia, ex-Governor Emmet O'Neal of Alabama, who delivered a notable address at the opening mass meeting in Carnegie Hall on the evening of May 5, Bishop Thirkield of New Orleans, Jack C. Wilson and J. B. Bingham of Mississippi, and Bruce R. Payne, president of Peabody College, Nashville, Tennessee, represented the growing sentiment of the progressive South against the shameful practices of mob violence and murder. It needs only to mention the names of Charles Evans Hughes, Elihu Root, Charles W. Eliot, Henry W. Taft, Nicholah Murray Butler, Dr. Anna Howard Shaw, Dr. Henry Van Dyke, and Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer of the North, Davir Starr Jordan and Benjamin Ide Wheeler of California, Ben B. Lindsay of Colorado and James P. Goodrich, governor of Indiana, as well as of the numerous other signers and representatives of position and renown, to establish the nation-wide character of the sentiment which found its expression in the conference. cine internally for chronic and muscular rheumatism, and about ninety-nine out of a hundred cases are one or the other of these varieties. All that is really necessary to afford relief is to apply Chamberlain's Liniment freely. Try it. It costs but 35 cents per bottle. Large size 60 cents. HAMPTON CELIBRATES ITS SEMI- CENTENNIAL. Our Oldest College for Negroes. By Wm. Anthony Avery. (Special to Bystander.) Hampton, Va., May 16—Hon. William H. Taft, president of the Hampton Institute board of trustees, speaking in "Ogden Hall" at the fifty-first anniversary exerciges of Hampton Institute, which included the celebration of the school's semi-centennial, paid tribute to the work of Armstrong, Frissell and Gregg. He said: "Hampton is a great national instrument of progress, invented by General Armstrong and perfected by Doctor Frissell. It is given to few schools to be a pioneer in education, as Hampton has been. Hampton is the mother of a new system of education. General Armstrong conceived the possibility of uniting mental training with that of the hand in useful trade." Rev. Dr. M. Ashby Jones of Atlanta, speaking for the white South (outlined "Hampton's Contribution to National Education." Dr. Jones said: "The glory of Hampton is that she is the first to give the Negro an opportunity to speak for himself. Hampton said: 'We do not know what the Negro is capable of, for he has never had an opportunity to speak for himself.'" Dr. Robert R. Moton, principal of Tuskegee Institute, declared that General Armstrong hoped that "through Hampton's work there would come a better understanding between the North and South and a more sympathetic and helpful relation between the two races"—and the hope has been realized. Dr. Lucien E. Warner brought greetings from the American Missionary Association, "the mother of Hampton Institute," which in 1867, at the request of Samuel C. Armstrong, bought the tract of 157 acres on which the Hampton School has been built. Homer L. Ferguson, president and general manager of the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company, was elected a Hampton trustee. The board has authorized on the recommendation of Dr. James E. Gregg the institution of an advanced, two-year, teacher training course. Dr. Gregg announced the following gifts: From the family of Robert C. Ogden, appropriate platform furniture for the completion of "Ogden Hall;" from the family of Capt. Charles B. Wilder, $20,000; from the General Education Board, $25,000, for the maintenance of "Ogden Hall;" and from the Hampton Alumni Association, $3,500 for scholarships. Moorfield Storey of Boston spoke to the alumni on the value of co-operation between white and colored people. "I have been astonished and inspired," said Mr. Storey, "by what I have seen. The lesson which Hampton is teaching this country is the lesson which every citizen ought to learn." "Ogden Hall," which is a $200,000 auditorium with a seating capacity of 2,500, designed by Ludlow & Peabody and built by the Whitney Company of New York, and is also a national tribute to the memory of Robert Curtis Ogden, was dedicated with addresses by Rev. Dr. Wilton Merle-Smith of New York, Isaac Fisher of Fisk University, and Chancellor Kirkland of Vanderbilt University. $10,000 FUND TO FIGHT LYNCHING. A $10,000 fund has been raised to fight lynching in the United States, it was announced yesterday at the headquarters of the National Conference on Lynching, 70 Fifth avenue. Of this $5,000 was contributed by Madame C. J. Walker of New York City and $1,000 by Scott Bond, a wealthy Negro farmer of Arkansas. The remainder of the amount was subscribed and pledged in amounts ranging from $5 to $100. The National Conference on Lynching is proceeding with the appointment of a committee to represent every section of the country, which will draw up an address to the American nation on the subject of lynching. Moorfield Storey of Boston, ex-president of the American Bar Association, will announce in a few days the names of a committee of prominent lawyers who will frame a proposed federal antilynching law. ORIGINAL NOTICE In the District Court of Polk County, Iowa. Amy L. Richey, Plaintiff, vs. Verne H. Richey, Defendant. To Verne H. Richey, Defendant: You are hereby notified that the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause is now on file in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Polk County, Iowa, claiming of you a divorce on the grounds of desertion. For full particulars see petition. And that unless you appear and defend on or before noon of the second day of the next, July, 1919, term of this court, which will commence at Des Moines, Iowa, on the 7th day of July, 1919, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. Dated at Des Moines, Iowa, this 15th day of May, 1919. Fabrio Air Ducts. Pebble air ducts have been invented for use in underground construction, having the advantage that they can be easily removed if blasting is to be done and as easily. NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE ON SPECIAL EXECUTION. STATE OF IOWA, Polk County, ss. District Court of Polk County, Iowa. R. V. Gray versus Chas. A. Kilgore and Bert Inman. To above named defendants: You are hereby notified that by virtue of a Special Execution to me directed, issued by the Clerk of the District Court of Polk County, Iowa, in favor of R. V. Gray, and against Chas. A. Kilgore and Bert Bentman, on a judgment rendered by said Court on the 25th day of March, A. D. 1919, wherein it was ordered, adjudged and decreed that to satisfy said judgment the following described property be sold, to-wit: One (2) Cadillac, Type 53, Eight (8) cylinder, 1916 car, factory number 35542. Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that unless the said Defendants appear at my office in Des Moines, on or before the 10th day of June, A. D 1919, at ten o'clock a. m. of said day, at which time said above described property is hereby advertised to be sold, and pay off the amount of said Execution, with interest and costs. I will sell said property, or sufficient thereof to satisfy said Execution, with interest and costs, at public outey, to the highest bidder, at Gray's Garage, West 7th and Chicago, Rock Island tracks, in Des Moines, Iowa, for cash in hand to pay off said Execution. Published and printed by The Bystander. Date of publications, May 16 and May 23, 1919. On last Thursday night the stewardess board of Bethel A. M. E. church gave a fine and most extraordinary concert, assisted by the young people. The stewardesses realized a neat sum of $30.00. Again the streets of the downtown section were strutted over Sunday afternoon when the G. U. O. of O. F. and the Household of Ruth paraded through the above and thence to the A. M. E. church preceded by the color band of Rock Island, where they had their annual sermon preached. The coffers were filled with a bristling sum of $49.05. The Misses Emma Brown, Hazle Stoaks and a number of friends served upon Mrs. Brown a most delicious party in honor of her birthday. Wednesday night many friends of Mr. Sir Snow, who has just returned from the base hospital in France, will have a party in his honor. Altho he is crippled in the right side it shows that Dick Snow helped to share his blood which goes to make that bright world of democracy. The famous Missouri Club will once more spread the fingers of the great hand of success when they come forth in grand array in the spectacular concert they will put out on May 22nd. They have great hopes and they are going to run over their quota. The last concer they gave they obtained $60.00. They also will entertain the returned soldiers of the tri-cities at the same event. If you haven't seen the returned fighters, see them now. Perhaps your long looked for will be there looking for you. MYSTIC, IOWA. Mrs. Sylvia Miller, who has been absent for nearly a year, staying with her daughter in Milwaukee, Wis., has returned to the home of her son, Mr. Lee Miller. Mrs. Julia Hammond of Chicago, Ill., was called here by the illness of her mother and brother, Mrs. Sallie Massingale and Mr. Dee Massingale. The latter is reported some improved at this writing. Miss Gertrude Clark was visiting relatives in Centerville, last Sunday. Mrs. Elizabeth Rowe, formerly a resident of Keokuk, Iowa, but was recently staying with her daughter, Mrs. Cora Willis, departed this life Sunday, May 4th. Funeral services were held in the U. B. church (white) Tuesday, 3 p.m., conducted by Rev. J. W. Wood of Centerville. Mr. Carson Rowe of Keokuk was called here by the death of mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Rowe. Miss Nellie Pullen of Centerville is visiting her cousin, Miss Gertrude Clark, this week. Mrs. Rhoda Clark, Mrs. Martha Hughes and Mrs. Lula Best went to Harksi Saturday to attend the funeral of the baby of Mr. and Mrs. Commodore Cambridge. Mr. E. F. Brown has returned home from a business trip to Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Rhoda Clark made a business trip to Centerville Monday. Those reported on the sick list are: Mrs. Sallie Massingale and her son, Mr. Dee Massingale, Mrs. Sylvia Miller and Mrs. Lula Johnson. Subscribe for the Bystander and read it and learn what the race people are doing in the state. WATERLOO, IOWA. Trustees' rally of the A. M. E. church Sunday, May 11, 1919, was a grand success. We had two clubs organized, namely: Bishop Herd and Lee. Bishop Herd Club led by Capt. Martha Hart and Bishop Lee's Club led by Capt. Carrie B. Bright. The amount raised by Bishop Lee Club $187.25, and $186.15 raised by Bishop Herd Club. This amount will clear all of the trustees' indebtedness, for which w are highly slated. The Holy Spirit ran at high tide all day. Mothers' Day program at 9 p. m. Rev. H. C. Boyd, pastor. DAVENPORT. IOWA MYSTIC. IOWA. WATERLOO, IOWA. PRESCRIBE EXERCISE FOR THE WOUNDED PRESCRIBE EXERCISE FOR THE WOUNDED "PLAY-THERAPY" IDEA IS BEING TRIED OUT IN CAMPS OF CENTRAL MILITARY DEPARTMENT. Chicago.—"I prescribe an hour of volley ball for your stiff wrist this morning," is being heard now in a dozen of Uncle Sam's camps wherein wounded soldiers are convalescing. Or, if may be that the prescription is something like this: "Boy, your knee joints are pretty stiff and the hinges of your hips don't work right. Suppose you play arch ball for an hour today and tomorrow and then prolong the period of play a bit. This will do more for you than anything else." Dr. H. F. Kallenberg, chief of Y. M. C. A. physical directors in the central military department, with headquarters in Chicago, is receiving word almost daily that the latest method of treating wounded men in government hospitals in such cases as demand exercise of joints, fingers, wrists, legs or arms, is doing wonders for the soldiers. They not only are throwing off their ailments but are taking on cheerfulness and a new interest in life, he declares. The treatment is "new" in that medical men examine each case and prescribe certain games to fit the needs of that case. No playing at games requiring exercise of muscles or joints is done save under the direct supervision of a medical officer, Doctor Kallenberg asserts. "Physical directors of the Y. M. O. A. are helping the government in these matters at this time," explained Doctor Kallenberg. "I understand the application of our theory that the playing of certain games mend certain alliments is being demonstrated with success at various camps in the plain reconstruction of the physical man. We do not under-rate massage, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy or manual therapy, but we are finding that specified exercise in play works wonders in loosening joints and brings the man to a normal state." At the following camps the new treatment of "play-therapy" is being used successfully upon hundreds of wounded soldiers, sailors and marines: Taylor, Dodge, Great Lakes, Fort Sheridan, Fort Des Moines, Fort Benjamin Harrison, U. S. General hospital No. 21, Denver, and plans are being made now to establish the treatment at Camps Funston, Sherman, Custer and the big Ford hospital, Detroit. It is reported that Major Kelley at Camp Grant has set aside two large two-story barracks for a gymnasium and will ask the Y. M. C. A. for two men to assist in directing wounded soldiers in their games. Savings Societies Important SAVINGS SECRETES IMPORTANT Organized effort along the lines of thrift and wise spending by the thousands of war savings societies located in all cities and towns of Iowa will be, in the opinion of members of the Iowa War Savings committee, one of the big factors in keeping the state's name well toward the top of the list on sales of Thrift and War Savings stamps this year. The early organization of hundreds of additional war savings societies in the industrial concerns of the state, through which employees are induced to compete in saving and the elimination of needless expenses, is now being actively planned. In the schools of the state war savings societies generally are keeping up the good work started last year. In some of the city schools the year's campaign has been opened with a week's drive to sell stamps and arouse interest in the thrift educational effort. Educators, bankers, business men and political economists all over Iowa are interesting themselves actively in the government's great 1919 thrift campaign and the Iowa plan of putting a household budget in every home in the state. Turned from habits of wasteful spending by the experiences of wartime, thousands of persons who never before saved anything now are investing weekly and monthly a certain and sure part of their earnings in Thrift and War Savings stamps, upon which investments the government pays an unusually high rate of interest. The value to any community of these savers and these thrifty families is readily recognized by business men and students of community prosperity. In all parts of the state leading men have indicated their desire to aid in the state's campaign to increase the thrift and saving habits of its people. Keeping Dollars at Work Interest coupons on Liberty bonds of the third issue, payable on March 15 will be accepted in payment for Thrift or War Savings stamps at all post offices in Iowa. The coupon on a $100 bond calls for the payment of $4.25. This coupon, representing the interest paid to the bond owner by the government for the use of his money for the past six months, will pay for one $5 War Savings stamp and entitle the holder of 11 cents change. Many owners of bonds of the third issue are planning to convert their coupons into War Savings stamps on March 15, thus making their interest earn more interest. Postoffices heretofore have been permitted to accept only cash for Thriff and War Savings stamp purchases. Helping Government Indorse Savings Idea. KINNEY'S BIG SHOE VALUES N Ladies Stylish Pumps, Patent, Dull and White. $2.98 to $4.98 Hi and Low Heels. Buckles to Match These at 25c to 98c. Ladies' Oxfords in Patent, Dull and White $2.98 to $4.98 Hi and Low Heels. ... Ladies' Street Shoes and Boots. Black, Brown, Grey and White. Hi, Medium and Low Heels. $2.98 to $5.48 Ladies' "Keds" Tennis Shoes One-Strap Slippers, Rubber Soles $1.19 & $1.49 Tennis Oxfords, White, Black and Brown 98c Tennis Shoes, White, Black and Brown $1.29 Ladies' Hosiery, all wanted styles and shades— Exceptional Values 29c to $1.98 OUR STOCK OF CHILD'S AND MISSES' SHOES. THE LARGEST IN THE STATE. EVERYTHING FOR THE CHILDREN. Our stock of Children's Shoes the largest in the State. Everything for the children. Misses' and Child's Patent and Dull Baby Doll Slippers 8½ to 2— shoes 98c to $2.48 Misses' and Child's White Canvas Slippers and Oxford$—8 1/2 to 2— 79c to $1.98 Misses and Child's "Keds", Tennis Shoes and Oxford. SPECIAL-All Leather Play Oxford$—5 1/2 to 2 69c to 98c 85c to 98c OUR MEN'S DEPARTMENT CAN FILL YOUR WANTS AT A SAVING OF SEVERAL DOLLARS PER PAIR. Men's Dark Officer's Shoe $5.48 Men's Dark English bal $4.98 Men's Dark Blucher, full toe $4.98 Men's Dark Oxfords, English $4.98 Men's Dark Oxfords, full toe $4.48 & $4.98 1 $2.98 to $4.98 $2.48 to $4.98 $3.98 to $4.98 $1.98 to $3.98 $1.08 to $1.39 BOY'S DEPARTMENT Boys' Dress Shoes, Brown and Black. Wide and English Toes— 8½ to $1.69 to $3.48 13½ . . $1.69 to $3.48 Same in sizes 1 to 5½— $2.48 to $3.98 Boys' Army Shoes $2.98 to $3.98 Boys' Tennis Shoes and Oxford, "Keds" 49c to $1.19 We Save You More BOOT G.R. KINNEY CO. # Men's Gun Metal English Men's Gun Metal, Blucher full toe Men's Tan Army Blucher Men's Work Shoes Men's Tennis Shoes and Oxfords, 'Keds' a ern re pees «J FOR BENT. quree room apartment with some gar- dea, $18.00-per week. Phone Wal, 7140, FOR SALE. Tree 4-room houses on payments. one $-room house with sun porch, nice ince for chickens, beautiful Jawn and garden. Cheap for'eash. Phone Black 1405. PERSONALS. * Mrs. Wm, Smith of North Dakota was ‘aalled to the city on account of the ill ness and death of her mother, Mrz, Susan Reynolds. fi Mrs. C. A. Glegget of Ames, Iowa, was in the city a few days last week. ‘Miss Marjorie MeOlgin and Mr, Rob- at Harris of Greenfield, Iowa, were married May 4th at the home of Mrs. Bertha Hanger. Lieut. Jesse Taylor-MeGuire, of the " sfoth Infantry, better known as the old th Iinois, has been invited by Lieut. Governor Moore to address the citizens “of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, May 21st. We feel this a great honor not only to ‘Lieut. MeGuire, but to the entire race, and we congratulate him for we know he will deliver the goods. Mrs. Katie Montgomery of Chicago js visiting at the home of Mrs. Gus Nichols, 1707 Pleasant St., for the sum- mer. Mrs. J. H. McGuire of this city and Mrs, Etta Smith of Oklahoma City, Okla, left -Wednesday evening for ‘Oklahoma City, where they are convey- jng the body of their mother, Mrs. Susan Reynolds, for burial. NOTICE. Dr. Arthur J, Booker wishes to an- nounce his resuming practice at 1011 Crocker St.’ until October, when he will move to a down town location. Office hours 9-10 a! m., 2-5, 6-7 p. m. Sunday by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Phone Walnut 6135. Mrs. T. H. Sceavers of Buxton, Iowa, is in the city visiting with Mrs. Bertha Lee, Rev. F. B. Woodard of Cedar Rapids was in the city this week attending the meeting of the Board of Managers of the Iowa State Convention. Mrs. J, S. Dixon and children left this week for Clarksville, Tenn., to visit her mother and relatives. She has not been there for seven years. Mrs. Callie A. Jones of Omaha is vis- ting her aunt, Mrs. Jane Brown, and ister, Miss Roctta Burleigh, at 523 8. E. 20th St. Mrs, G. W. Brown and ‘granddaugh- er, Wamba Henry, will leave Sunday ve for a few weeks visit with her sis- er in Morrell, Nebr.- Mrs.'8..Joe Brown, who left the city vo Weeks ago for New York to attend conference of club and war workers or the purpose of outlining a recon- QUILTING. £ See Miss Morris for quilting at her ‘new residence, 523 So E. 20th St. Will give prompt and good -service at her mother’s home, Mrs. Jane Brown. Roy E. Handy J. W. Bland Handy and Bland | Funeral Director Golden Rule Services Golden Rule Prices @ PHONE MARKET 1488 600 Bight Street Des, Moines, Towa NEUES ee onl a au if) ig / See SAM BURNS for an up-to-date box back suit, cloth im steck for your selection. We have ahigh grade line of furn- Ashings and shoes, We do cleaning Pressing and all kind of remodeling | 72 WEST oh st. PHONE WALNUT 3441 Bradford’s Barber Shop 226 W. Sd Street FARST CLASS WORK BATHS Bradford’s. Pool Hall M.J. BRADFORD, Prop ‘A MINE OF TomACCO, CIGARS & SOFT DRINKS E Ph me Wal.i916 757 W oth St, SMOINES,. - IOWA. Struction program, to be carried out by the women of this country during the reconstruction period, returned to. the city this week much-enthused over the future outlook, Mrs. Brown, who is one of the’ charter members of the Des Moines Branch of the N. A, A. C. P. and one of the official representatives of the national association, also attended a conference held by representatives of this organization from yariouf sections of the country. A full report of these conferences will appear in next issue. While in New York Mrs, Brown with Mrs. Mary B, Talbert was the home guest of Mme. C. J. Walker at Villa Le Waro at Irvington-on-Hudson, Mrs, Brown also reports that Mme. Walker, who has been dangerously ill, was much improved when she left her, and that Mrs, Talbert sails for France Friday morning to attend the National Couneil of Women and carry a message of cheer to our booys who are yet over there. CLUBS. NOTICE. Mrs, Jessye E. McClain, first viet president of the Iowa Federation of C W. ©., is in receipt of a communicatior from Mrs. Joanna Snowden-Porter, Chi cago, IIL, president of the Northwest ern Federation, announcing the conven tion of that body in Grand Forks, N D., July 1, 2 and 3, 1919, as guests o! the Ladies Aid Society of the C. M. E church, Further announcement’ gives the in formation that old excursion rates will obtain and that the journey westward may be broken by the acceptance of an invitation to attend the Minnesota Fed eration June 25, 26 inclusive. Board, room and entertainment will be free to delegates. Mrs. McClain is urged by the presi: dent of the Northwestern Federation to ask all co-workers to give wide pub- licity to the meeting, to write for any information relative thereto to Mrs. J. Snowden-Porter, 3302 Rhodes Ave., Chi- cago, and above all to come. For place- ment send your name to Mrs. Bessie E. Turpin, 1007 4th Ave. Grand Forks, N.D. : ‘The Mary Chureh Terrell Club met Monday at MeCree’s Tea Room with ‘Mrs. Nellie Esters as president. After the regular business delicious refresh- ments were served. Club adjourned to meet next week with Mrs. Anna Per- kins. + NOTICE, The Step Lively Girls of the Com- munity League will have a eall meeting Monday evening. All members are urged to be present. The Old Maids Club will be given at St. Paul’s church May 27th. ; Young Wives Club will meet with Mrs. Bertha Terry next Tuesday, May 20th. All members urged to be present. he young girls of the U. A. Guy Club will give their May party atthe girls club roonis Wednesday night, May 21. The Marchiel Neal Art Club met Wednesday the 14th at the residence of Mrs. I, Shelton, 914 14th St. Place, at 8 p.m, The meeting was well attended, there being 14 members present. Club will meet fext Wednesday evening at 8 p. m. at the home of Mrs. Carrie Stone on Enos: Ave. ‘CHURCHES. ‘The Bethel A. M. E, church is having a most unique rally this week. The church park is beautifully lit up every night. Sunday will be the big closing ‘Two prizes will be given. Prof. C. W Rogers will be the speaker at the three o’elock services. Rev. Perry and Bethel expect and in vite their many friends to, be presen' at this the greatest rally in their short history. ‘Phe Christian*Endeavor of Unior Congregational church is steadily tak ing on new interest and the membershij is gradually increasing. The topic fo Sunday, May 18th, is ‘‘Life, the Schoo of God, and Its Lessons.’’ Psalms 119: 1-8, 33-40. Any one who is interested ig invited to attend these interesting meetings. : MUSICAL. ‘Miusie lovers of the city should avai themselves of the opportunity giver them by the I. I. Club to become ac: quainted with their own composers Sunday afternoon, May 25th, at Union ehureh,, a splendid program has been arranged by Mrs. H. W. Hughes, con: sisting of religious, folk songs, violin, piano and vocal selections. Program an- ounced later. ‘Yy.M. C. A. NOTES. Last Saturday morning at Viv o'clock twenty boys gathered at the Union Congregational church at Tenth and Park Sts. to begin the first of their series of hikes. Full of life and energy and with great anxiety to go, the party started at 10 o'clock, riding the street ear aé far as Fort Des Moines. From there they hiked two miles east and one mile south, camping in a green and shady pasture of a kind old farmer. Soon, stream of smoke were seen as they came from the fires built by the boys as they “prepared their own Junches, This with joyful yelling and Jaughter gave proof-of the boys’ grati- tude, Aftgr lunch was over the games ‘of both indoor and-outdoor base ball Dar se sore st ape te eA a Fowler Brothers EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS FRANK F. FOWLER L FOWLER Embalmer and Director Manager eet Phone Maple 2548 117 East Walnut Street Desfloines, - lows THE BYSTANDER were enjoyed by every ‘‘kid.’’ With games all over, a few wild flowers gathered, a rest up and the party started for home, reaching the city about five o'clock. They went direetly to the Central ‘‘Y¥’? building, where cach boy enjoyed a nice shower bath and a good swim, This of course they got by special permission from authori- ties of that department, The conduct of the boys is worth mentioning. Good behavior seemed to have been their slogan: throughout the day, One of the secretaries of the Central ‘*¥’? who went along with Secretary Robinson said that they were the best behaved buneh of boys that he had ever seen, Not a word of pro- fanity or vulgarity was heard among them, ‘The object of the Y. M. C. A. is to keep the boys elean in their habits by making a place for them to have clean sport and recreation. ‘SOOTAL. Last Sunday morning was such a beautiful day that a number of young people took a hike to Union park, where they cooked their breakfasts and ate it out under the clear blue sky. After breakfast kodak pictures were taken. These hikes have been interesting fea- tures, for the past two or three sum- mers, among the younger bunch. Mr. Chas. G, Brooks, who died at his home, 1623 Searle St., May 7th, 1919, was born in Brownsburg, Va., Aug. 4th, 1864. In 1884 he came to Muchakinock, Iowa, where he was married to Miss Mattie Rhodes. To this union were born three children, all of whom sur- vive him. They later moved to Des Moines, Iowa, where they continuously lived and the family are counted among the best in Des Moines. Mr. Brooks suffered for eight weeks prior to his death. Besides being an excellent father and provider for his home, he was an artist of rare ability and used this art in beautifying his lovely home. He leaves to mourn his death a lov- ing little wife, who is G. H. P. of the International Order of Twelve, and who is also manager of the Mme. Brooks Hair College, and a highly esteemed little woman, three daughters, Miss Au- rora Brooks, Mrs. Lalah Morris, and Mrs. Olive De Van, seven grandchil- dren, one brother and two sisters of ‘Virginia and hosts of other relatives and friends. ‘The Bystander cannot express its deep feeling of sympathy for this bereaved family in their great loss, however his sufferings are past and he is ‘Asleep in Jesus, peaceful rest.’? ‘The funeral was held at St. Paul's A. ‘M. E. church by Bev, 8. L. Birt, who spoke very beautifully, assisted by Revs. Bates, Ferribee, Robinson and King. Interment in Glendale. ‘Mrs. Susan B. Reynolds. was born in Missouri in 1834 and died in this city Sunday, May 11th, at the age of 75 Lyears. At the age of four years she With her parents ‘moved to Molton, Ark. where she grew to womanhood and at the age of twenty years was married to John P. Reynolds. To this union was born twelve children, five of whom, three girls and two boys, sur- vive her. In 1914 she came to Des Moines to make her home with her daughter, Mrs. J. H. McGuire, where she lived until her death. We could not Degin to tell of the many, many friends «(Grandma Reynolds,’’ as her more in- timate friends called her, had. With her bright and cheerful way, mingled with wit and humor, she won innumera- ble friends who will greatly miss her. She was an earnest Christian, being a member of St. Paul’s A. M. E. church, from which the funeral services were held Wednesday evening just before the remains were shipped to Oklahoma. She leaves to mourn their loss, three daughters, Mrs. J. H. MeGuire of this city, Mrs. Etta Smith of Oklahoma City, Mrs. Wm. Smith of North Dakota, two sons, eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and hosts of friends, Interment will be in Okla- homa City, Okla. The Bystander ex- tends its sympathy to the bereaved ones. ‘She is gone, but will never be forgotten.’’ The Sewing Circle Club met at the home of Mrs. H. Jones on Monday after. noon, also the Independent 8. Club, and elected their delegate for the State Fed: eration of Colored Women. The dele- gate, Mrs. Delia Thomas. ‘The Court of Calanthaus had & social at their hall on Monday night. ~ Quite a number of strangers in Albia the past week. Sunday was a banner day at the A. M. E. ehureh, it being ‘‘Mother’s Day.” ‘The entire day was celebrated for ou mothers, Rev. Dowden preached a very appropriate sermon at eleven a, m., tak ing his text from 2nd Sam. 20:19. Sub- ject: ‘(The Power of Christian Mother hood.’? In the evening the Christian Endeavor, under the leadership of Miss Sadie Lewis and Mrs. Jenetto Walls, rendered a lovely program. The young people deserve much credit for their in- terest in the singing and speaking. Col lections for the day was $58.59. The chureh ig getting along fine. Our quar terly meeting will convene June Ist. Piano Lessons Are you planning to take piano lessons? If so, why not study with a teacher of exper- ience? My delight is to teach piano and teach it right. A trial is all that I ask. SATISFACTION GUAEANTEED Mrs. BERTHA ALLEN LEE. Graduate of Des Moines Conservatory of Music. 1315 Park St, Phone Red 7435 SOOTAT.. OBITUARY. “ALBIA NEWS. jwita OUR CHURCHRS CHURCH DIRECTOXY. MAPLE ST. BAPTIST CHURCH. East Maple Street. Rev. Samuel Bates, pastor. 11:00 a, m.—Preaching. 1 p, m.—Sunday school. 6p. m—B. Y. P. U. 7:30—Preaching. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Cornithian Baptist Church Fifteenth and Linden Sts. G. W. Robtason, Pastor. 1° a. m—Preaching. 1 >. m.—Sunday school. 6:80 p. m.—B. ¥. P. U. 8 p. m—Evening worship and preaching. Union Congregational Church. Tenth and Park Sta, 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 7:80 p. m. Soul -week prayer meeting Wednes- 7 Everybody invited at all of these services. St. Pau?s A. M. E. Church 12th and Crocker Sts. Rev. S. L. Birt, D. D., Pastor. 10:45 a. m-—Preaching. 12:80 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. U. 8 p. m.—Preaching. St. John A, M. B, Zion Church, 8S. E. 19th and Scott Sts. Rev. E, 8. Hardge, Pastor. 10:00 a, m—Sunday school. 11:00 a m.—Preaching. 6:30 p, m.—V. C. E. Bociety. 8:00 p. m—Preaching. 8:00 p. m, Friday—Prayer and class meeting. Bethel A. M. B. Church Sixteenth and Filmore Sts. Rev. H. A. Perry, Pastor. 11 a, m.—Morning service. 12:80 p. m—Class meeting. 1:00 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:80 p. m.—Christian Endeavor. 7:80 p. m.—Evening worship. Prayer, Wednesday, 8 p. m. Epworth League, 6:45 p,m. Asbury M, E, Church, Services in Congrogational Chureb, 10th and Park Sts. 3 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. CHURCH OF GOD AND SAINTS OF CHEIST. 928 12th St. Elder E. W. Pittman, Pastor. Preaching every 4th Sunday A. M. 11:30, Preaching every Sunday evening, 7:20. Preaching every Wednesday evening, 7:80. ‘Preaching every Friday evening, 7:30, Services all day Saturday. For Sleeplessness. Drink # cupful of hot cocoa, with- out sugar, just before retiring, and you will not be troubled with sleep lessness. 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(aes Sa AOL ROLL SOFT.LONG, SILKY , Sai ee See eee ee Aspe py inl Be ie ae af She, eee fess Wot ort Seer Ear ae fe site ae ae cone Ger aerial pee gd ee cae ie, rey tle one a Heat ncetite aia ares HEROLIN eae ere aoe es een er es 4exF 28 cents sik, Meet Seer AGENTS (7 Gabe Faag thet ea NG eg i LAOW z Crees Aa ae? a Ki Poet sed | Is Gl Us — ez esto, 1 ih; f Za ae 3 SIN Zee. | o te s ee oo ee r rae SSR GS ae ea a Ne ser iss 2 | aaa es net ee ee Batre icon Mu cee oie eee hes Peo ee i asin teal ae NR see eiapre : e a Bey Sieg ages FHSS : Nese ae ok aot | eS PROTECTION OF HEALTH. By Wn. H. Harper, B. 8., M. D. ‘*The post-slavery economic condition of the Negro was a factor in the devel- ‘opment of our race to such an extent that the physical qualification ranked higher proportionately for the Negro, according to army statistics, than for any other Face in Amerita,’? ‘This condition was forced upon us, ‘but we profited by it. In the working that we did and are doing in order to live, we are and have without a doubt as stated above, developed a race physi- cally that has no peer in this country. The old statement that wo are growing weaker and more degenerate no longer holds. If the war did no more than to show this much énvied fact, it, as far ‘a8 we are concerned, was not fought in vain. The argument that our death rate is greater than the whites, therefore we are a weaker. race, means. very little. If all things were equal and the Negro had the samo facilities for medical treatment as the whites, there would be a different story to tell. Ninety-nine chances out of a hundred, when a col- ored person becomes seriously ill, he dies for the lack of proper medical at- tention; a white person under similar cireumstances would likewise pass away. ‘We are working now, however, to eradi- eate this disadvantage. There are,few things that contribute more to the physical and mental well- being of the individual than properly regulated exercise. Muscular exercise stimulates circulation, promotes oxy- genation of the tissues, conduces' to physiologic metabolism, develops the muscles, reduces fat, and increases the activity of the brain. ‘Active exercise should never be taken ‘on a full or empty stomach or under conditions of great fatigue. ‘Exercise under the restraint of clothing is bereft of half its benefits, It should always, if possible, ;be made an occasion. of di- version and pleasurable emotion and varied according to inclinations. Soli- tary walks or monotonous processions with the sole object of exercise are too funereal to be of much benefit. The best time for exercise is after rest,—sleep, and refreshments, that is, in the morning. Walking, horseback riding, bicycle, swimming or even‘run- ning in moderation are among the best exercises for general effect. Of these Z Se SMAT TER? A ci IS é aoe SS 355 /¢ ‘@ eee eed |e : me ou) ie Ker : SS Si NESS A ‘walking has the greatest range’of use- falness, Horseback riding is exhilarat ing and salutary. Whenever weather Pareles, exereie fe better taken i0/open rs ‘Women in ¢ull vigor and properly clad may brave the elements and take some form of out-of-door exercise in all conditions of- woather. Dancing or games requiring the exercise of all the museles or even housework for women, if engaged in with pleasurable zest, may be of great service. Let us hold our own if no more, phy- sieally, by the proper exercise and mode of life and push ahead mentally and the time will not be far distant when we shall be able to stand and pass the mental test as wo have the-physical. ‘Do Your Best. Everyone should do all he ean to pro- vide for his family and in order to do this he must keep his physical system in the best condition possible. No one cam reasonably hope to do much when he is half sick a good share of the time. If you are constipated, bilious or troubled with indigestion got a package of Cham- berlain’s Tablets and follow the plain inted dirsafions, end yan’ will soon be feeling alrigM® and able to do o day’s work. BURLINGTON NOTES. | The largest, enthusiastic and most successful entertainment over given in our city occurred on Tuesday evening, April 29th, at the Armory hall, ‘The ‘Weleome Home’? of our’ colored sol- diers, Rev. B, C. Ransome was master of ceremonies. Tho address of wel- come was delivered by Rev. Osborn (white) in behalf of the city, the invo- cation by Rev. Wharton of Monmouth. ‘Address of weleome in behalf of ‘col- ored citizens by J. W. Dixon. Solos by Mrs. G. Halo and Mrs. Frank Cook of Hannibal, the latter's song being a pa- triotic “composition by. Mrs. Bessio V. Johnson. Tho committee, A. L. Cook, Dr. J. E. Johnson, Grant Clark, E. Cole and Al Woods, are highly congrat- ulated on the success of their efforts. "The play, ‘‘Kissing the Wrong Girl,”’ was given at the A. M. E. church under the directorship of Mr. J. H. Dunn. It was both a social and financial success. | ‘An, effort is being made by the Pro- gressive Club, assisted by Rev. “Ran- some-and the white Y. M, and ¥. W. to organize a Y. M. C. A. for the col- ‘ored people in onr city. "Rey. Broils of Hannibal, Mo,, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs, J. H. Dunn last week. Mrs. F. Cook of Hannibal is being en- tertpined at the A. L. Cook home. * ‘Mrs. L. Douglass, who has been a pa- tient at St. Francis hospital, has re- turned to her home on Stowe St. “Mothers Day’? was observed at. the A.M. B. church, it also being the third ‘quarterly meoting of the conference year. "The Mothers Day luncheon, an_an- nual event at the home of Dr. and Mrs. J. E, Johnson, wus postponed this year owing to tho illness of Mrs. I. B. Wash- ington, mother of Mrs. Johnson. ‘Mrs. Bernice Metlock of Monmouth was the guest ofo her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward, last week. ‘Mr. Fred Williams of Galesburg has returned to his home after a brief visit with his brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. E. Williams, THE BYSTANDER The Burlington Whist Club was en- tertained at the residence of Mr. and Mra. J. W, Dixon last week. ‘The B, J. Progressive Club was en- tertained by their president, Mrs. Lucy ‘Thompson, last Monday eve. Rev. Brooks of Hannibal, Mo. was an in- vited guest and delivered an excellent address. Word has been received by Mrs. Bes- sie V. Johnson from the general Y. at New York City that Miss Richmon, a colored Y. worker, would arrive in the city soon to assist in organizing 0 branch here. CARNEY, IOWA, ITEMS. Rev. W. W. Ewing preached a bap tismal sermon Sunday morning at the ‘Mt. Zion Baptist chuseh and immedi ately afterwards baptised in Carne} park, Rev. 8, Bates preached the sacramen tal sermon at 3:30 Sunday. ‘Mrs. W. A. Brown, president of. the Woman’s Home and Foreign Mission work of Iowa, visited the Circle Thurs day. Mrs. Nettie Davis 6f Des Moines was a visitor in Carney Sunday. Services every Sunday: Morning ser vices, 11 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; evening services, 8 p. m. 2 Mission Circle meots Thursday with Mrs. Howard, house No. 36, The Mission Circle held its election of officers Thursday. Mrs. Leola Ew- ing, president; Mra. A, Carey, vice pres- ident; Mrs. F. Rice, secretary; Mrs. J. Williams, treasurer. The luncheon given by Miss Mabel Crowder Tuesday night at her home for the benefit of the Second Baptist Sun- day school was a financial success. ‘Mrs. Ida Henderson ayrived home Wednesday night from a two weeks visit among friends and relatives in Kirksville, Mo. Mesdames Cora Franklin, Cora Moore and Miss Cora Franklin spent a pleas- ant afternoon Tuesday in tho home of Mrs. Cora Jones. Four Coras together at one time. “Dress and Moral Character of Young Women,’? by D Wm. H. Har per, in last week’s edition, is surely worthy of note and should be read by every Negro subscribed of the Bystand- er with heed. Some time ago we lost our cat, but she came back last week. Horace Franklin is home nursing three broken ribs, caused by falling slate in the Knoxville mines. Frank Allen, our Negro plaster con- tractor, is receiving much comment on the beautiful ‘Weleome Home Arch’? erected on the southeast corner of the square. Frand and his staff of work men put on the finishing touches. It is aurely a piece of work to bé proud of. SUBS euls 105 & VES Shh Buy a bottle of Chamberlain’s Colia and Diarrhoea Remedy before leaving home. Asa rule it cannot be obtained when on a hunting, fishing or prospect- ing trip. Neither can it be obtained while on board the cars or steamships and at such times and places it is most likely to be needed. The safe way is to have it with you. Mt aes a EE be ACS BOLDIN mI. gf a Wi) eZ), ZN Ht |) ZZ 7 SaaS —=n OSKALOOSA, IOWA. ‘Last Week. Little strokes fell great oaks. ver since dynasties have eximes there are records of kings having abét- tated from one cause and another. Far back in the misty pest one monarch gave up his throne because he was “wearied with dominion ;" another re tired out of preference for the free dom of private lite; a third lad down bis crown becanse his schemes failed ; still another abdicated in a fit of mel- encholy; and there are two instances lo which kings left thelr thrones be cause they were unable to cope with eatioral crises. Marie Willis (at. the beach)—“Eit ts quite a clever social general.” Jane Gillis—“Yea, She went. through last season's campaign without the loss ef a man.”"—Life. 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She was the Inst of all the goddesses who left the earth when the golden age had passed away and men-began to forge weapons and commit acts of violence, “children’s Bedtime, Interesting statistics showing the time at which the children of Beverly, Masa, between the ages of eight and twelve, go to bed, disclose that 18 go to bed between five and six o'clock, 5.240 between eight and nine; 156 be- tween 11 and 12, and 45 between 12 and 1. It is to -be hoped that thers are no Beverly children who are nof tn their nighties, safely tucked up, by ene o’clock.—Boston Globe. OUR NEW HOME A penny saved is = twopence cle, A pin ‘a day ia a groat s yoar, Subscribe for the Bystander, —__aee se ‘THIS Warc! Cae goes See neha See ae Siig ee Se eS ee NEGRO SOLDIERS IN OUR WAR ‘Tells all snout pratt 1s fair te oath AUSTIN JENKINS co, Bo winth Street, Washington, D. c.