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THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Blvd Historical Room Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXV No.48 Tribute To The 92nd Division The following poem in honor of the 92d Division, composed of colored men, was written by Lea Donaldson, a colored musician of Paris: You've heard about the greatest war upon the land or sea, Of how our soldiers fought and died to bring us victory, Of how the idea fostered in a great satanic brain To plunge the world in battle just to serve his selfish gain. You've heard about poor Belgium and how she was betrayed By beings "scrapes of paper," which the German lords had made. You've heard the stories of the war of Canada and that. Brave bunch of heroes that she gave by name, "The Princess Pat." You know about the sturdy French, her soldiers tried and true, Of England's navy, who controls the ocean blue. You've heard of the Italian armies scattered left and right, And then how they redeemed themselves and put the Huns to flight. And now a word of Uncle Sam, the men who turned the tide, Who sent his men so thick and fast, the Huns' eyes opened wide. Just thirteen hundred thousand men he sent to yonder shore And said that's just a starter, we have twice as many more. And when the kaiser saw this steady increased flow of men He quietly slipped away from home so that the war could end. The armistice is signed, the war is over now, I reckon, But I would like to say one word about the Ninety-second. This was a bunch of colored boys whom Uncle Sam did send Three thousand miles away from home, their country to defend. Good natured, laughing set of boys and who were to be placed In the front ranks to meet the hard trained soldiers face to face. Some of these boys a hundred miles from home had never been, And they were sent so far away to battle there with men. They were not tough or hardened like the German's crack brigade, For every man that's born on German soil's a soldier made. The Prussian Guards, the Crown Prince's crack and well trained regiment, Were what these laughing jolly boys to battle with were sent. But did they hesitate or stop? No—onward was their cry, They knew what they were sent for, they were there to do or die. Von Hindenburg, the Lord of War, Von Hindenburg the Great, Who boasted that he had a line no one could penetrate. This bunch of fighting boys went right on out across "No Man's Land," Right through Von Hindenburg's pet line; the Hun's retreat began. Let history record these facts in whipping out the Hun, A braver bunch than these boys, never did shoulder a gun. Now listen, have you ever heard or have you seen it beat, The Ninety-second colored boys, one inch did not retreat. then Let others praise their heroes, and I think it is just, and right. no better in a sight. Now mark this on the record when the armistice was signed. This bunch of fighting colored boys was nearest to the Rhine. But then it's not so hard to see, it's plain as day I reckon, That all the Devils out of Hell could not stop the Ninety-second. Biliousness and Constipation. "For years I was troubled with bili- liousness and constipation, which made life miserable for me. My appetite failed me. I lost my usual force and vitality. Pepsin preparations and cath- artics 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 func- tions, 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. 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. OTTUMWA BRIEFS Last Week's News. A very profitable day was spent Sunday at Mt. Zion A. M. E. church, May 11. Rev. E. R. Edwards preached an instructive sermon in the morning on "Mother." The Sunday school and choirs of both Methodist and Second Baptist churches furnished music and literature in the afternoon. Mr. Eugene Bailey, the noted tenor soloist of Ottumwa, assisted by Miss Etta Searcy formerly of Ottumwa, who is now attending Iowa Wesleyan College, gave a musical at the A. M. E. church at Mt. Pleasant Thursday evening, May 8, 1919. They report splendid success. Mr. Bailey was a graduate with the 1918 class of the Ottumwa high school. Soon after his graduation he was called to the colors of his country. He went to Howard University and took military training. While in school he took a very active part in glee club work. It was in this way that his talent was scattered among the white population. Since that time he has been called upon to sing for them in different towns and cities. Miss Searcy was a graduate with the 1917 class of Ottumwa high school. She soon afterward went to I. N. C. in order to complete her education. Miss Searcy is among the best talented pianist found most anywhere and a very interesting orator. She delivered a very successful original oration on "The Negro and Larger Democracy." It dealt with the Negro problem and the issue of war. We feel sure that through our co-operation and backing given these young people that success will be theirs. Ottumwa can say boldly that she is proud of them. The Lyceum Literary Society held its first public meeting at the A. M. E. church Monday, May 12, 1919. The purpose of this meeting was to acquaint the public with the object and to obtain more membership. This society is a newly organized club with Mr. L. A. Hall president. Several very enjoyable musical numbers were rendered. The audience was favored with a short spirited lecture by Corporal Curtis Williams, who has returned from overseas in the past few months. Addresses were given by the president, Mr. L. A. Hall, and the pastor of the church, Rev. E. R. Edwards. This is a very promising society. But let us ever keep before us that through unity there is strength. The following officers have been elected: Rev. E. R. Edwards, president ex-officio; Mr. L. A. Hall, president; Mrs. A. Bibb, vice president; Miss Lelah Downey, secretary; Mrs. H. Owens, treasurer; Miss Leonora Williams, chairman of program committee. Mr. McKinley Weews was a visitor in Albia Sunday. Mrs. Henry Milton arrived home Friday from Cedar Rapids. She brought with her her two grandchildren, little Dorothy and Dicky Warren, of Cedar Rapids. The colored base·ball team, the "Browns," went to Kirkville Sunday and played the white team, "The Kirkville Blues." From all reports the Kirkville team was left quite blue, the "Browns" winning with a victorious score of 24 to 9. Mrs. Lutie Franklin is opening a hair dressing parlor at 101 N. Court street. We are indeed sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. David Wilson, who died Tuesday morning at €1.15 o'clock at the Ottumwa hospital. Mrs. Wilson leaves a husband and ten children to mourn her death. Miss Anna Curtis of Chariton is visiting her mother, Mrs. Ruben Curtis, of Ottumwa. Miss Curtis is enroute to Chicago with Miss Cecelia Wagon. Mrs. Holmer Ganaway of Ottumwa is visiting friends in Kansas City. The Good Samaritan Club met at the home of Miss Alice Hicks Thursday. The evening was spent in music and literature, after which lunch was served. OSKALOOSA, IOWA. Last Week's News. Miss Edna Jones, after several weeks stay in Washington in the home of her sister, Mrs. Theodora Turner, and a week's visit in Ottumwa, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Chas. Wilson, arrived Thursday accompanied by her nephew, Master Cedric Wilcox, whose stay is indefinite. stay is here Mrs. Sallie Cowan is much improved. The churches are holding regular meetings well attended. meetings, well attended. Mrs. Susan Allen has moved from the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Franklin, and now is pleasantly located in the home of her son, Henry Allen, and family. Rev. J. D. Peterson passed through the city Monday enroute from Marshall-town to Washington, where he will visit in the home of his brother, Rev. F. J. Peterson. Rev. Peterson while in the city was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. D. W. Brown. Rev. Peterson pastored here three years ago and it would have been a great pleasure to his many friends to have visited with him. Esther Chapter No. 6, O. E. S., meet in regular session Tuesday night. Much business transacted. Initiation Tuesday night, May 20. Rev. and Mrs. D. W. Brown were guests in the chapter Tuesday night. Visitors always welcome. Cora Moon, W. M. Stella Ringo, Sec. DES MOINES, 1OWA, FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1919. KAPPA ALPHA PSI BANQUET AT WILBERFORCE. (Special to Bystander.) The social history of Wilberforce University reached its zenith in the annual banquet of Delta Chapter of the national Fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, at Emery Hall, Wilberforce, Ohio, Saturday evening. Wilberforce and its vicinity were treated to an affair which surpassed any social event which has ever graced the halls of the institution. It is the general concensus of opinion that the banquet was the most elaborate and unique event that Wilberforce has ever experienced. Everything was novel, from the method of decorations to the Kappa Alpha Psi Kewpie favors. The Western College commencement will start May 28 and end June 5. Mr. Frank Blair of Berier, Mo., colored, was stabbed by a white boy Sunday. He died instantly. They had been quarreling. The Admore team played Western College Saturday, but W. C. won. Miss Flora Jackson of Admore, Mo., will visit her mother, Mrs. M. McCarr, Tuesday and attend the exercises. EXTRA! The City Council The parlors and reception rooms of Emery Hall were profusely decorated with festoons of crimson and cream, the fraternity colors. Palms and ferns were everywhere and also masses of sweet peas, the fraternity flower. One of the parlors was converted into a Kappa Alpha Psi forest, by means of these decorations; and from the depths of this woodland glade, punch was drawn and served from a rustic well. In another one of the parlors, from behind a screen of ferns, came the sweet strains of music, furnished by Parker's orchestra of Columbus. After the guests had assembled, the way was led to the dining room. Here also the garlands of crimson and cream stretched to every corner, and the very walls themselves were hidden by roses, palms and sweet peas. The color scheme was carried out in the table decorations, which were decidedly beautiful. While the orchestra furnished the guests with beautiful selections and the latest popular airs, a delightful six-course banquet was served. During the course of the evening a program was rendered. Among the numbers were the solos by Miss Doris Wells and Mr. J. M. Bard, and an address by Mr. R. A. Braxton, Polemarch of Delta Chapter, and a few remarks by President Scarborough and Dean Jones. The main feature of the evening was the Grecian dance by Miss Yvette Jones. (This number deserves special mention because of the beauty, grace and emotion with which it was endowed.) The members of the fraternity favored their guests with the Fraternity and Chapter songs. The banquet was brought to a close at the hours of midnight and the guests left the hall (feeling that never before had there been any superior event and that never again can there be one which will surpass that which they had just enjoyed). Besides the Kappa Alpha Psi members and their ladies, and the members of their sister sorority, the Alpha Kappa Alphas, the guests of the evening were the members of the faculty and wives. Among the out of town guests were the Misses Gladys Brummell of Indianapolis, Vandalia Wallace of Washington, D. C., Grace Gothard of Columbus, Ruth Callender of Xenia, Ella Avery of Dayton, Margaret Speaks, Katherine Jones, Irene Brown from Springfield, Ohio, Lts. Eurpin of St. Louis and Clay Hunter of Yellow Springs, Messrs. E. E. Simpson and Clyde Minor of Columbus. ALBIA NEWS. The stewardesses had charge of the meetings on Sunday evening at the A. M. E. church. Miss Alberta Robinson of the senior class from Hocking attended the exercises at the Albia high school on Sunday evening, their yearly serman for seniors. T. S. C. C. met at the home of Mrs. G. A. Davis on Sunday afternoon and elected Mrs. Delia Thomas as delegate to the State Federation of Colored Women. Mrs. Mabel Robinson of Hocking was in Albia this week on business. Mrs. B. T. Lewis received word from her son, Mr. John E. Lewis, formerly of Madison, Wis., that he had accepted a position as linotype operator in the largest newspaper firm of Racine, Wis. He is the only young man of the race who has ever held the position with the firm. The A. M. E. Sunday school will give their picnic at Urban park on Thursday, June 26th. The skating rink will be open to all who care to skate. Mr. Leonard Ford of Oskaloosa was a guest of Miss Ila Lewis Monday evening. The C. E. League gave an interesting program on Mother's Day and talks were also given by a few parents. Mr. McKinley Weeks of Ottumwa was a Sunday evening guest of Miss S. Naomi Lewis. Quarterly meeting services will be held on June 1st. Mr. John Lewis of Oskaloosa was an Albia visitor Monday. MACON, MO., NEWS. The Daughters of Tabernacle held their annual sermon at the A. M. E. church Sunday. Rev. J. W. L. Underwood preached the baccalaureate sermon to the Dumas high school. His subject was "Education," which was enjoyed by all. Dumas high school will hold their exercises at the opera house May 20. Mr. H. Chin spent Monday in Macon 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 valuable and useful gifts for youngs folk. The Western College commencement will start May 28 and end June 5. Mr. Frank Blair of Berier, Mo., colored, was stabbed by a white boy Sunday; He died instantly. They had been quarreling. The Admore team played Western College Saturday, but W. C. won. Miss Flora Jackson of Admore, Mo., will visit her mother, Mrs. M. McCarr, Tuesday and attend the exercises. EXTRA! The City Council has granted the Colored Y.M.C.A. the privilege to erect a temporary building on the play ground at 9th & Park Sts. Arrangements are being made to boost collections in order to erect building as soon as possible. CLINTON, IOWA. Sunday, May 11, was Trustee Day at the A. M. E. church. A rally was on all day. In the evening a highly interesting program by the choir was rendered, assisted by other local talent. The trustees are elated over their success financially as they are practically out of debt. Leah Chapter, O. E. S., have announced a June party to be given at Bethel A. M. E. church on the evening of June 7th. A pleasant time is promised those who attend. Wm. Robinson of Chicago is visiting for a few days at his home in Lyons. Rev. W. W. Williams and A. A. Bush will attend the Electoral College session in Galesburg this week. Mass was said Monday morning for the late Mrs. Ella Robinson at St. Mary's church, Father Coleman celebrant. Sunday was Stewardess Day at Bethel A. M. E. church. In the evening a good sized congregation listened to a program of merit rendered by local talent. The results financially are gratifying to the stewardesses. Miss Lillian Hamilton, who has been a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ike Robinson, on Elm street, for the past few months, left last week for Kansas City, Mo. Clinton people regret to lose her, as she has appeared on different occasions on the several programs rendered and became quite a favorite. The Woman's Mite Missionary Society will give an entertainment on May 30 at the A. M. E. church, at which time a play will be given by the girls club in charge of Mrs. Lillie Wilder. Get your money ready for the collector. He will soon call on the subscribers. At a regular meeting of the official board held Monday night, arrangements were made for a supper to be given on Saturday, June 21. Mother's Day was appropriately observed at the Second Baptist church when an interesting program was rendered at 3 o'clock. A large number were present. Now is the time to place your name on the roll as a subscriber to the Bystander. KEOKUK. IOWA The Odd Fellows hold their annual Thanksgiving sermon at the First African Baptist church. The serman was preached by Rev. Clark, who is gaining in the hearts of the people. Mrs. Bates of Louisiana is visiting her son, Mr. Orie Bates, called here owing to the illness of her son, Frank Bates. Mrs. Shortridge has returned from Chicago after a visit with her daughter, Mrs. Jiles. Rev. Cain White and wife of Kansas City are in the city. Mrs. Bennet, one of our old residents, doesn't seem to improve. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Harris ahs returned from a short visit with Mr. Harris' mother at Jacksonville, and Mrs. Marris' parents at Havana. Mrs. Maud Scott Quincy is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Amos. Sunday was quarterly meeting day at Bethel A. M. E. church. The presiding elder was present on this occasion. Rev. Cain White of Kansas City preached an excellent sermon at the First African Baptist church Sunday. Mrs. Anne Math spent a few days last week in Burlington with her sister, Mrs. Palmer. Mrs. Martha Sanders is recovering from an attack of rheumatism. Seventeen pupils of the Bethel A. M. E. Sunday school went on a hike Saturday, chaperoned by Mrs. Rosie Piles and daughter, Miss Anne Piles, and Mrs. Lulu Mershon. Sorry to say our little friend Buddy Bucknay is sick with the measles. Mrs. John Thomas is ill at this writing. Rev. J. Sterling Moore preached two excellent sermons Sunday to an appreciative audience. Glad to say that Mrs. McCuetcheon is better after a serious illness. The Carnation Club of the Bethel A. M. E. church meets at the home of Mrs. Johnson this week. Mrs. Elizabeth Davis of Galesburg is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Shelton, at Argle. Graduation Gifts for Your Friend our graduation gifts from well selected display of hardware, crystal and other y and ornamentation. for the newest and latest m aterials, and a selection ciated for its value and demark on a gift will also good judgement. valuable and useful gifts f Shilppy At the Corner of the big Clock LOCUST STREET AT SIXTH AVE. The best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west Price Five Cents Dr. Du Bois Gives Lecture. Dr. Du Bois Gives Lecture. Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois of New York City, editor of the Crisis and secretary of the recently held Pan-African Congress, delivered a forceful address at St. Paul's A. M. E. church Tuesday evening to an over-crowded house. The lecture was given under the auspices of the Des Moines branch of the N. A. A. C. P. The seating capacity of St. Paul was over taxed, there being 1,600 seated and many were turned away. A short program was rendered before Dr Du Bois was introduced by Hon. Harvey Ingham, editor of the Register and Tribune, who had performed this same office on a former occasion fifteen years ago. Dr. Du Bois severely criticised the carrying of American prejudice against the Negro in civilian life to the army and to the handling of troops in France. He said, "Now that the war is over it is opportune that we find ourselves and determine what we may have lost or gained. It is not over stating to say we have gained much. The Negro has a better chance to work, and a better opportunity to prove that he is an American than he had before the war. The troops made a good record wherever given an opportunity to do so." After the lecture refreshments were served and a short reception held in the church parlors for Dr. Du Bois, after which he was banqueted by the Roosevelt Club at the Army Club. Others present outside of the club were Dr. E. A. Carter and Dr. Willis of Buxton, Miss Lottie Pearl Mitchell, Mr. Elbert R. Hall and wife, making a total of 48. Dr. Du Bois came to Des Moines from Gary, Indiana, where he spoke, and left for Lincoln, Nebr., to deliver another lecture. NOTICE TO CORRESPONDENTS. Owing to the fact that next Friday, May 30th, is Decoration Day and a legal holiday, all news items to be published in the Bystander and all other items to be published must be in the office not later than Tuesday evening, May 27th. CEDAR RAPIDR IOWA Mr. James Baker received word from his son, Chester, that he had arrived safe from overseas. Mr. Harry Martain of Omaha visited his mother, Mrs. Laura Alkens, Sunday. The Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth held their annual Thanksgiving sermon Sunday at Mt. Zion Baptist church. Sermon by Rev. J. P. Sims. It was largely attended. Collection $35.00. Silver Leaf Chapter No. 5, O. E. S., will give a box social May 21 at K. of P. hall. Admission 25c. Patronize Our Advertisers THE BYSTANDER State Capitol Blvd Historical Bouw Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXV No.48 Tribute To The 92nd Division The following poem in honor of the 92d Division, composed of colored men, was written by Len Donaldson, a colored musician of Paris: You've heard about the greatest war upon the land of sea, Of how our soldiers fought and died to bring us victory, Of how the idea fostered in a great satanic brain tanie brain To plunge the world in battle just to serve his selfish gain. You've heard about poor Belgium and how she was betrayed By beings "scrapes of paper," which the German lords had made. You've heard the stories of the war of Canada and that Brave bunch of heroes that she gave by name, "The Princess Pat." You know about the sturdy French, her soldiers tried and true, Of England's navy, who controls the ocean blue. You've heard of the Italian armies scat- tered left and right, And then how they redeemed them selves, and put the Huns to flight Who sent his men so thick and fast, the Huns' eyes opened wide. Just thirteen hundred thousand men he sent to vonder shore And said that's just a starter, we have twice as many more. And when the kaiser saw this steady increased flow of men He quietly slipped away from home so that the war could end. The armistice is signed, the war is over now, I reckon. But I would like to say one word about the Ninety-second. This was a bunch of colored boys whom Uncle Sam did send Three thousand miles away from home, their country to defend. Good natured, laughing set of boys and who were to be placed In the front ranks to meet the hard trained soldiers face to face. Some of these boys a hundred miles from home had never been, And they were sent so far away to battle there with men. son's a soldier in war. The Prussian Guards, the Crown Prince's crack and well trained regiment. Were what these laughing jolly boys to battle with were sent. But did they hesitate or stop? No—onward was their cry, They knew what they were sent for, they were there to do or die. Von Hindenburg, the Lord of War, Von Hindenburg the Great. Who boasted that he had a line no one could penetrate. This bunch of fighting boys went right on out across "No Man's Land," Bight through Von Hindenburg's pet line; the Hun's retreat began. Let history record these facts in whipping out the Hun, A braver bunch than these boys, never did shoulder a gun. Now listen, have you ever heard or have you seen it beat, The Ninety-second colored boys, one inch did not retreat. Let others praise their heroes, and I think it's just and right, We'll praise the Ninety-second, there's no better in a fight. Now mark this on the record when the armistice was signed, This bunch of fighting colored boys was nearest to the Rhine. But then it's not so hard to see, it's plain as day I reckon. Bain as day 1 That all the Devils out of Hell could not second. Biliousness and Constipation. "For years I was troubled with bili-ousness 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 shoulde 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. 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 Orchard Thursday in Council Bluffs; Friday in Omaha, Nebr.; Monday, May 26th. in Sioux City; Wednesday at Yankton, S. D.; Thursday in Ft. Dodge. OTTUMWA BRIEFS. Last Week's News. A very profitable day was spent Sunday at Mt. Zion A. M. E. church, May 11. Rev. E. R. Edwards preached an instructive sermon in the morning on 'Mother.' The Sunday school and choirs of both Methodist and Second Baptist churches furnished music and literature in the afternoon. Mr. Eugene Bailey, the noted tenor soloist of Ottumwa, assisted by Miss Etta Searcy formerly of Ottumwa, who is now attending Iowa Wesleyan College, gave a musical at the A. M. E. church at Mt. Pleasant Thursday evening, May 8, 1919. They report splendid success. Mr. Bailey was a graduate with the 1918 class of the Ottumwa high school. Soon after his graduation he was called to the colors of his country. He went to Howard University and took military training. While in school he took a very active part in glee club work. It was in this way that his talent was scattered among the white population. Since that time he has been called upon to sing for them in different towns and cities. Miss Searcy was a graduate with the 1917 class of Ottumwa high school. She soon afterward went to I. N. C. in order to complete her education. Miss Searcy is among the best talented pianist found most anywhere and a very interesting orator. She delivered a very successful original oration on "The Negro and Larger Democracy." It dealt with the Negro problem and the issue of war. We feel sure that through our co-operation and backing given these young people that success will be theirs. Ottumwa can say boldly that she is proud of them. The Lyceum Literary Society held its first public meeting at the A. M. E. church Monday, May 12, 1919. The purpose of this meeting was to acquaint the public with the object and to obtain more membership. This society is a newly organized club with Mr. L. A. Hall president. Several very enjoyable musical numbers were rendered. The audience was favored with a short spirited lecture by Corporal Curtis Williams, who has returned from overseas in the past few months. Addresses were given by the president, Mr. L. A. Hall, and the pastor of the church, Rev. E. R. Edwards. This is a very promising society. But let us ever keep before us that through unity there is strength. The following officers have been elected: Rev. E. R. Edwards, president ex-officio; Mr. L. A. Hall, president; Mrs. A. Bibb, vice president; Miss Lelah Downey, secretary; Mrs. H. Owens, treasurer; Miss Leonora Williams, chairman of program committee. Mr. McKinley Weews was a visitor in Albia Sunday. Mrs. Henry Milton arrived home Friday from Cedar Rapids. She brought with her her two grandchildren, little Dorthy and Dicky Warren, of Cedar Rapids. The colored base ball team, the "Browns," went to Kirkville Sunday and played the white team, "The Kirkville Blues." From all reports the Kirkville team was left quite blue, the "Browns" winning with a victorious score of 24 to 9. Mrs. Lutie Franklin is opening a hair dressing parlor at 101 N. Court street. We are indeed sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. David Wilson, who died Tuesday morning at €:15 o'clock at the Ottumwa hospital. Mrs. Wilson leaves a husband and ten children to mourn her death. Miss Anna Curtis of Chariton is visiting her mother, Mrs. Ruben Curtis, of Ottumwa. Miss Curtis is enroute to Chicago with Miss Cecelia Wagon. Mrs. Holmer Ganaway of Ottumwa is visiting friends in Kansas City. The Good Samaritan Club met at the home of Miss Alice Hicks Thursday. The evening was spent in music and literature, after which lunch was served. OSKALOOSA, IOWA. Last Week's News. Miss Edna Jones, after several weeks stay in Washington in the home of her sister. Mrs. Theodora Turner, and a week's visit in Ottumwa, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Chas. Wilson, arrived home Thursday accompanied by her nephew, Master Cedric Wilcox, whose stay is indefinite. Mrs. Sallie Cowan is much improved. The churches are holding regular meetings, well attended. meetings. Mrs. Susan Allen has moved from the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Franklin, and now is pleasantly located in the home of her son, Henry Allen, and family. Rev. J. D. Peterson passed through the city Monday enroute from Marshall-town to Washington, where he will visit in the home of his brother, Rev. F. J. Peterson. Rev. Peterson while in the city was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. D. W. Brown. Rev. Peterson pastored here three years ago and it would have been a great pleasure to his many friends to have visited with him. Esther Chapter No. 6, O. E. S., meet in regular session Tuesday night. Much business transacted. Initiation Tuesday night, May 20. Rev. and Mrs. D. W. Brown were guests in the chapter Tuesday night. Visitors always welcome. Cora Moon, W. M. Stella Ringo, See. DES MOINES, 1OWA, FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1919. KAPPA ALPHA PSI BANQUET AT WILBERFORCE. (Special to Bystander.) The social history of Wilberforce University reached its zenith in the annual banquet of Delta Chapter of the national Fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, at Emery Hall, Wilberforce, Ohio, Saturday evening. Wilberforce and its vicinity were treated to an affair which surpassed any social event which has ever graced the halls of the institution. It is the general concensus of opinion that the banquet was the most elaborate and unique event that Wilberforce has ever experienced. Everything was novel, from the method of decorations to the Kappa Alpha Psi Kewpie favors. The Western College commencement will start May 28 and end June 5. Mr. Frank Blair of Berier, Mo., colored, was stabbed by a white boy Sunday. He died instantly. They had been quarreling. The Admore team played Western College Saturday, but W. C. won. Miss Flora Jackson of Admore, Mo., will visit her mother, Mrs. M. McCarr, Tuesday and attend the exercises. EXTRA! The City Council The parlors and reception rooms of Emery Hall were profusely decorated with festoons of crimson and cream, the fraternity colors. Palms and ferns were everywhere and also masses of sweet peas, the fraternity flower. One of the parlors was converted into a Kappa Alpha Psi forest, by means of these decorations; and from the depths of this woodland glade, punch was drawn and served from a rustic well. In another one of the parlors, from behind a screen of ferns, came the sweet strains of music, furnished by Parker's orchestra of Columbus. After the guests had assembled, the way was led to the dining room. Here also the garlands of crimson and cream stretched to every corner, and the very walls themselves were hidden by roses, palms and sweet peas. The color scheme was carried out in the table decorations, which were decidedly beautiful. While the orchestra furnished the guests with beautiful selections and the latest popular airs, a delightful six-course banquet was served. During the course of the evening a program was rendered. Among the numbers were the solos by Miss Doris Wells and Mr. J. M. Bard, and an address by Mr. R. A. Braxton, Polemarch of Delta Chapter, and a few remarks by President Scarborough and Dean Jones. The main feature of the evening was the Grecian dance by Miss Yvette Jones. (This number deserves special mention because of the beauty, grace and emotion with which it was endowed.) The members of the fraternity favored their guests with the Fraternity and Chapter songs. The banquet was brought to a close at the hours of midnight and the guests left the hall (feeling that never before had there been any superior event and that never again can there be one which will surpass that which they had just enjoyed) Besides the Kappa Alpha Psi members and their ladies, and the members of their sister sorority, the Alpha Kappa Alphas, the guests of the evening were the members of the faculty and wives. Among the out of town guests were the Misses Gladys Brummell of Indianaapolis, Vandalia Wallace of Washington, D. C., Grace Gothard of Columbus, Ruth Callender of Xenia, Ella Avery of Dayton, Margaret Speaks, Katherine Jones, Irene Brown from Springfield, Ohio, Lts. Eurpin of St. Louis and Clay Hunter of Yellow Springs, Messrs. E. E. Simpson and Clyde Minor of Columbus. ALBIA NEWS. The stewardesses had charge of the meetings on Sunday evening at the A. M. E. church. Miss Alberta Robinson of the senior class from Hocking attended the exercises at the Albia high school on Sunday evening, their yearly sermon for seniors. T. S. C. C. met at the home of Mrs. G. A. Davis on Sunday afternoon and elected Mrs. Delia Thomas as delegate to the State Federation of Colored Women. Mrs. Mabel Robinson of Hocking was in Albia this week on business. Mrs. B. T. Lewis received word from her son, Mr. John E. Lewis, formerly of Madison, Wis., that he had accepted a position as linetype operator in the largest newspaper firm of Racine, Wis. He is the only young man of the race who has ever held the position with the firm. The A. M. E. Sunday school will give their picnic at Urban park on Thursday, June 26th. The skating rink will be open to all who care to skate. Mr. Leonard Ford of Oskaloosa was a guest of Miss Ila Lewis Monday evening. The C. E. League gave an interesting program on Mother's Day and talks were also given by a few parents. Mr. McKinley Weeks of Ottumwa was a Sunday evening guest of Miss S. Naomi Lewis. Quarterly meeting services will be held on June 1st. Mr. John Lewis of Oskaloosa was an Albia visitor Monday. MACON, MO., NEWS. The Daughters of Tabernacle held their annual sermon at the A. M. E. church Sunday. Rev. J. W. L. Underwood preached the baccalaureate sermon to the Dumas high school. His subject was "Education," which was enjoyed by all. Dumas high school will hold their exercises at the opera house May 20. Mr. H. Chin spent Monday in Macon visiting. 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 valuable and useful gifts for youngs folk. The Western College commencement will start May 28 and end June 5. Mr. Frank Blair of Berier, Mo., colored, was stabbed by a white boy Sunday. He died instantly. They had been quarreling. The Admore team played Western College Saturday, but W. C. won. Miss Flora Jackson of Admore, Mo., will visit her mother, Mrs. M. McCarr, Tuesday and attend the exercises. EXTRA! The City Council has granted the Colored Y.M.C.A. the privilege to erect a temporary building on the play ground at 9th& Park Sts. Arrangements are being made to boost collections in order to erect building as soon as possible. Sunday, May 11, was Trustee Day at the A. M. E. church. A rally was on all day. In the evening a highly interesting program by the choir was rendered, assisted by other local talent. The trustees are elated over their success financially as they are practically out of debt. Leah Chapter, O. E. S., have announced a June party to be given at Bethel A. M. E. church on the evening of June 7th. A pleasant time is promised those who attend. Wm. Robinson of Chicago is visiting for a few days at his home in Lyons. Rev. W. W. Williams and A. A. Bush will attend the Electoral College session in Galesburg this week. Mass was said Monday morning for the late Mrs. Ella Robinson at St. Mary's church, Father Coleman celebrant Sunday was Stewardess Day at Bethel A. M. E. church. In the evening a good sized congregation listened to a program of merit rendered by local talent. The results financially are gratifying to the stewardesses. Miss Lillian Hamilton, who has been a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ike Robinson, on Elm street, for the past few months, left last week for Kansas City, Mo. Clinton people regret to lose her, as she has appeared on different occasions on the several programs rendered and became quite a favorite. The Woman's Mite Missionary Society will give an entertainment on May 30 at the A. M. E. church, at which time a play will be given by the girls club in charge of Mrs. Lillie Wilder. Get your money ready for the collector. He will soon call on the subscribers. At a regular meeting of the official board held Monday night, arrangements were made for a supper to be given on Saturday, June 21. Mother's Day was appropriately observed at the Second Baptist church when an interesting program was rendered at 3 o'clock. A large number were present. Now is the time to place your name on the roll as a subscriber to the Bystander. KEOKUK, IOWA. The Odd Fellows hold their annual Thanksgiving sermon at the First African Baptist church. The serman was preached by Rev. Clark, who is gaining in the hearts of the people. Mrs. Bates of Louisiana is visiting her son, Mr. Orie Bates, called here owing to the illness of her son, Frank Bates. Mrs. Shortridge has returned from Chicago after a visit with her daughter, Mrs. Jiles. Rev. Cain White and wife of Kansas City are in the city. Mrs. Bennet, one of our old residents, doesn't seem to improve. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Harris ahs returned from a short visit with Mr. Harris' mother at Jacksonville, and Mrs. Marris' parents at Havana. Mrs. Maud Scott Quincy is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Amos. Sunday was quarterly meeting day at Bethel A. M. E. church. The presiding elder was present on this occasion. Rev. Cain White of Kansas City preached an excellent sermon at the First African Baptist church Sunday. Mrs. Anne Math spent a few days last week in Burlington with her sister, Mrs. Palmer. Mrs. Martha Sanders is recovering from an attack of rheumatism. Seventeen pupils of the Bethel A. M. E. Sunday school went on a hike Saturday, chaperoned by Mrs. Rosie Piles and daughter, Miss Anne Piles, and Mrs. Lulu Mershon. Sorry to say our little friend Buddy Bucknay is sick with the measles. Mrs. John Thomas is ill at this writing. Rev. J. Sterling Moore preached two excellent sermons Sunday to an appreciative audience. Glad to say that Mrs. McCuetcheon is better after a serious illness. The Carnation Club of the Bethel A. M. E. church meets at the home of Mrs. Johnson this week. Mrs. Elizabeth Davis of Galesburg is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Shelton, at Argle. 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Harvey Ingham, editor of the Register and Tribune, who had performed this same office on a former occasion fifteen years ago. Dr. Du Bois severely criticised the carrying of American prejudice against the Negro in civilian life to the army and to the handling of troops in France. He said, "Now that the war is over it is opportune that we find ourselves and determine what we may have lost or gained. It is not over stating to say we have gained much. The Negro has a better chance to work, and a better opportunity to prove that he is an American than he had before the war. The troops made a good record wherever given an opportunity to do so." After the lecture refreshments were served and a short reception held in the church parlors for Dr. Du Bois, after which he was banqueted by the Roosevelt Club at the Army Club. Others present outside of the club were Dr. E. A. Carter and Dr. Willis of Buxton, Miss Lottie Pearl Mitchell, Mr. Elbert R. Hall and wife, making a total of 48. Dr. Du Bois came to Des Moines from Gary, Indiana, where he spoke, and left for Lincoln, Nebr., to deliver another lecture. NOTICE TO CORRESPONDENTS. Owing to the fact that next Friday, May 30th, is Decoration Day and a legal holiday, all news items to be published in the Bystander and all other items to be published must be in the office not later than Tuesday evening, May 27th. GEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA Last Week's News. Mr. James Baker received word from his son, Chester, that he had arrived safe from overseas. Mr. Harry Martain of Omaha visited his mother, Mrs. Laura Alkens, Sunday. The Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth held their annual Thanksgiving sermon Sunday at Mt. Zion Baptist church. Sermon by Rev. J. P. Sims. It was largely attended. Collection $35.00. Silver Leaf Chapter No. 5, O. E. S., will give a box social May 21 at K. of P. hall. Admission 25c. Patronize Our Advertisers CITY LOCALS FOR RENT. Three room apartment with some gar- den $ 3.00 per week. Phone 714-7400. HELP WANTED Wanted—2 reliable colored chambermaids, also colored first cook and dishwasher for first class hotel cafe. Address L. Jorgensen, Shenandoah, Iowa, stating lowest salary acceptable. Neatly furnished rooms for rent at Mrs. Mollie Parker, 317 E. 15th St. CHURCHES UNION CONGERGATIONAL CHRIS TIAN ENDEAVOR. At the regular meeting of the Union Congregational Christian Endeavor, Sunday, May 18, 1919, the following officers were elected to hold office for six months: President, Mr. Hudson; vice president, Mr. Trueheart; secretary, Miss Natalie Franklin; treasurer, Mrs. Thompson; chorister, Miss Johnson, reporter, Mr. John Brown. The Christian Endeavor is doing much to employ the minds of the young people who are members. In addition to its regular Sunday evening meetings, it has arranged for a social, which is given every Friday evening at the Congregational church. As soon as the weather is more agreeable, these socials will be held at a park. So you can see what is in store for the members of the Christian Endeavor, not only in Christian training, but also in recreation. Young people! come, learn and enjoy yourselves! Wilson Lodge No. 282, U. B. F., Phillips Guiding Star Temple No. 341, S. M. T., and Juveniles will hold their annual thanksgiving services May 25, 1919, 3 p. m., at the Maple St. Baptist church, East 9th and Maple Sts., Des Moines, Iowa. Rev. F. D. Woodford will deliver the sermon. All members of the U. B. F. are requested to meet at the hall, 11th and Center Sts., at 1 p. m., Sunday, May 25, and they will proceed from there to march to the church headed by the Capital City Band. Be sure and bring with you 75 cents for the band and 15 cents for the pastor's services. This amount must be paid by each member before leaving the hall. The members of the S. M. T. will meet at the church at 1 p. m. James W. Franklin, See. Program at Union Congregational church Sunday afternoon, May 25th, 3 p.m. Admission free to all lovers of music: 1. Orchestra selection. 2. Quartette, Religious Folk Songs. 3. Folk songs, A Priceless Legacy, Mrs. Margaret Patten. 4. Orchestra selection. 5. Solo violin. Where Sweetest Flow- 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. Handy and Bland Funeral Director Golden Rule Services Golden Rule Prices PHONE MARKET 1488 600 Eight Street Des Moines, Iowa THE NEW YORK TIMES an up-to-date box back suit, cloth in stock for your selection. We have a high grade line of furnishings and shoes. We do cleaning pressing and all kind of remodeling 772 WEST 9th St. PHONE WALNUT 3441 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 1910 737 W 9th St. DES MOINES. IOWA. ers Grow (Greenlaw), Mine Alone (Burleigh), Mrs. Johnnie Shaw. 6. Quartette, Religious Folk Songs. 7. Big Lady Moon (Burleigh), Life and Death (Burleigh), Mr. Carrol Curtley. 8. Solo, piano, Minuet (Burleigh), Miss Mary Ellen McCree. 9. Solo, Jean (Burleigh), Mother o' Mine (Burleigh), Deep River (Burleigh), Mrs. Colleen Jones. 10. Solo, violin, Mr. Julian Arthur. 11. Solo, Just Because (Burleigh), Death of Minnehaha, from Hiawatha (Coleredge Taylor), Mrs. Joburness Kelso PERSONALS Mrs. C. B. Lewis of Kansas City, honorary president of the Iowa State Federation, will be an over-Sunday guest at the home of Mrs. Mixon, 840 13th St., on her way to Marshalltown, where the federation meets. Mr. Jno. L. Thompson left the city Monday morning on a ten day trip throughout the state in the interest of the Bystander. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Alexander motored to Ames, Iowa, in their new chummy roadster and spent the day with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Madison. Mrs. Alexander's sister, Mrs. Wm. Moss of Denver, Colo., accompanied them. Miss Fay Johnson of Davenport, Iowa, has arrived in the city to make an indefinite visit with her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Watkins. Miss Coleen Kelly left the city this week for Chicago enroute to Kokoma, Ind., where she will visit relatives and friends for an indefinite stay. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. McGuire and family have purchased a lovely home at 1320 Laurel St. Dr. and Mrs. J. Alvin Jefferson have purchased a beautiful Grant Six sedan. Mr. E. S. Morgan and Mr. E. B. Elliston have recently purchased the E. L. Shaw barber shop at 1110½ Center street. Mr. Geo. Perkins of Fort Dodge, Iowa was a visitor in our city the past week. Mr. H. Gould has just returned from the Electoral College session of the Chicago conference A. M. E. church, which was held in Galesburg, Ill., Wednesday, May 21st, for the purpose of electing two lay delegates to the general conference which convenes in St. Louis, Mo., in May, 1920. Those who were elected are as follows: Delegates, J. A. Easton of Quinn Chapel, Chicago, and Eugene Green of Davenport, Iowa; alternates, T. Marshall Smith of St. Stevens, Chicago, and C. E. Enoch of Rock Island, Ill. It was a most interesting session. SOMETHING THAT WILL INTEREST THE OLD AND YOUNG. A comedy of "The Old Maids Club." A play that is more than funny. Given at St. Paul church Tuesday, May 27th. CLUBS. The Mary Church Terrel Club' met with Mrs. Anna Perkins Monday evening, at which time a very large number of members were present. An interesting meeting was held. Mrs. John Mayweather was a club guest and gave some very interesting and highly appreciated remarks. After refreshments, club adjoined to meet next Monday night with Mrs. Johnnie Shaw. The meeting of the State Federation at Marshaltown, Iowa, which convenes May 26th, is being looked forward to by many of the city clubs. Des Moines clubs will be well represented and hope for an interesting session. The Des Moines Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People are still in their big membership drive. The National Association is working hard for a membership of 100,000. The total membership at present is 51,000. The Des Moines Branch has a membership of 445, altho their quota in the 100,000 drive is 850, and to make up their quota they must secure 395 more memberships. For anyone who secures 100 or more members there will be given $20.00 in gold, for 75 members $15.00; for 50 members $10.00; for 25 members $5.00, and for 10 members $2.00. Join. and be one with us. V. M. C. A. NOTES. Friday evening. May 16, twenty boys left the city and made their way up the Des Moines river to the "Y" but, arriving there about 7:30 p.m. This location is about two miles from the end of the Urbandale car line. After each boy was assigned his cot for the night, fires were built, and supper prepared. When the meals were all over some of the boys engaged themselves in fishing, while others gather around a big glaring log fire and told and listened to many interesting ghost stories. At eleven o'clock they were ordered to retire for the night. This they did without a single protest, but their joyful laughter and talk seemed to have been intensified by their retirement. About 2 o'clock Saturday morning, when toil had forced a quietness in the quarters, one boy who perhaps had a surplus supply of energy, was still awake. On looking out he saw the rising moon and exclaimed in a loud voice, "Boys, it's day, I see the sun." To this false alarm, all in one accord joyfully responded. Fires were built, breakfast prepared, and the story telling of the night before continued until the beams of the bright sun light began to creep into their quarters. The morning hours were spent in carrying out the following program. From 7 to 9 a.m. the smaller boys enjoyed the games of both indoor and outdoor base ball, while the larger boys engaged themselves in bird study on a quiet island. Many species of birds were reported. From 9 to 11 the marking and following of "The trail" then the woods were carried out. THE BYSTANDER in a most interesting manner. From 11 to 12 all, who could, enjoyed a nice swim. At 12:30 o'clock the party started for home, reaching the vicinity of Center street about 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon. All seemed to have had a great time and are anxious for the next trip. Let the boys have their pleasures in the right way, for "all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." Union Congregationall Church. Tenth and Park Sts. Rev. H. E. King, pastor. 11 a. m.—Morning worship. 12:15 p. m.—Sunday school. Christian Endeavor at 6:15 p. m. Lieut. M. H. Thompson, president. Evering services at 7:80 p. m. 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. A trial is all that I ask. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Mrs. BERTHA ALLEN LEE. Graduate of Des Moines Conservatory of Music. 1215 Park St. Phone Red 7435 The Y. M. C. A. promises the boys many good things, one of which should be mentioned here, and that is the summer camp to be held near Boone, Iowa, July 21 to 30. All the pleasures that the boy should have will be given him under the direction and management of Christian men. For full particulars concerning same see Secretary E. C. Robinson at McCree's drug store, 1014 Center St. Phone Market 1485 or Market 1979. CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to our neighbors and many friends who so kindly assisted during the illness and death of our dear husband and father, also for the beautiful floral offerings. We especially thank the Tabernacle, Household of Ruth, Eastern Star and Local Union No, 1, U. M. W. of America, of which he was a member. Signed Mrs. Mattie Brooks. Miss Aurora Brooks. Mrs. Olivia Devan. Mrs. Lolah Morris. CARD OF THANKS. Mrs. D. R. McGuire and family, also sisters, Mrs. Wm. Smith of North Dakota and Mrs. Etta Smith of Oklahoma, wish to thank the many friends who sent flowers and helped during the illness and death of their beloved mother, Mrs. Susan B. Reynolds. OBITUARY. Mrs. Nancy Jane Wright died May 14 of blood poisoning, at the age of 71 yrs., 9 mos and 10 days old. Deceased was born in Tennessee. She was married to Rev. C. Wright and was an old resident of this city. She leaves to mourn her death a husband, three sisters, the Misses Winnie, Mary Elizabeth and Lucy Blair of Agar, S. D., and three brothers, Messrs, John, Ben and Henry, two in Agar and one in Minneapolis, and many friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 17th, at St. Paul's A. M. E. church, of which she was a member, and remains were shipped to Agar, S. D., for burial. The Bystander extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. Plow Evolved Slowly. The plow evolved slowly from a crude instrument of wood into the steel tool of today. In many parts of the world even today a very primitive form of wooden plow is still in use. Hope the Expense! As George folded the fair young creature to his heart a dull, cracking sound snothe his ear. "Ah! It is goodbye to those cigars in my vest pocket," he said grimly; "that hang the expense at a moment like this." Pussey Cat Indicted American foresters present a very strong argument against our friend, the pussy cat, as being by far the most destructive of animals, wild or tame of the birds, and every forester considers the birds as the greatest friends of the trees. Without the destruction wrought by the birds on the insect anemones of the trees there would be after a generation on tree left for the insects would multiply fearfully and demolish every growing tree and plant—Grit. Dr. A. J. Booker ANNOUNCES His resuming practice at 1011 CROCKER ST. Hours 9 to 10 a.m. 2 to 5 and 6 to 7 p.m. SUNDAY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Phone Walnut 6135 Piano Lessons Are you planning to take piano lessons? If so, why not study with a teacher of experience? My delight is to teach piano and teach it right. Fowler Brothers EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS FRANK F. FOWLER Embalmer and Director L. FOWLER Manager Phone Maple 2548 117 East Walnut Street Des Moines, Iowa WITH OUR CHURCHES CHURCH DIRECTORY. East Maple Street. Rev. Samuel Bates, pastor. 11:00 a. m.—Preaching. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 7:30—Preaching. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. G. W. Robinson, Pastor. 1 a. m.—Preaching. 1 p. m.—Sunday school. 6:30 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m.—Evening worship and preaching. 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. U. 8 p. m.—Preaching. S. E. 19th and Scott Sts. Rev. E. S. Hardge, Pastor. 10:00 a. m.—Sunday school. 11:00 a. m.—Preaching. 6:30 p. m.—V. C. E. Society. 8:00 p. m.—Preaching. 8:00 p. m. Friday—Prayer and class meeting. Bethel A. M. E. Church Sixteenth and Filmore Sts. 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. Prayer, Wednesday, 8 p. m. Epworth League, 6:45 p. m. Asbury M. E. Church. Services in Congregational Church, 10th and Park Sts. CHURCH OF GOD AND SAINTS OF CHRIST. 928 12th St. Elder E. W. Pittman, Pastor. Preaching every 4th Sunday A. M. 11:30. Preaching every Sunday evening, 7:30. 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MONK! WOW! THE PIE'S ARE MINE! TALK ABOUT YOUR HORN OF PLENTY—I GUESS THIS IS ONE ALL RIGHT! International Cartoon Co., N. Y. 171 Last Wednesday night the big silvery moon looked down in good harmony upon the home of Dick Snow, a returned soldier who formerly belonged to the Eighth regiment, where the site of a most beautiful party was going on. The many friends of Mr. Snow arrived at the home of the latter and proceeded to have a very nice time. The evening was spent by them in a very pleasant way. The first course of the evening was candy and peanuts, the latter of which didn't last very long. But all report a nice time and that the handling of a party has not left Dick Snow, although he has been wounded by the Germans. Sunday was stewardess day all day. The stewardesses have always gone over the top in the collections and they are glad to say that they are fully repaid in their treasury by their earnest efforts put forth. Sunday will be a great day for the U. B. F. Society as they will hold their annual sermon preached by the Rev. Dr. S. B. Moore at the Bethel A. M. E. church. There have been two societies who have occupied the seats of the church and both have been well attended so much so that there was not standing room, therefore come early and get a good seat. The Allen Endeavor is progressing quite rapidly and all are working hard for the welfare of the organization at the Allen Endeavor convention in Burlington. The famous Missouri Club will show the public their spirit and growth since their last concert by giving a reception to the returned soldiers of the tri-eities and also presenting a spectacular concert on this coming Thursday. They 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. are expecting to over the top as they did last time, but they will grab more coins to help to swell their coffers. Let every one come out and patronize their soldiers. GOVERNMENT INSURANCE FOR EX-SOLDIERS AND SAILORS. Soldiers and Sailors! Keep Your Government Insurance. The time for converting government insurance into a permanent form is approaching. The plans are formulated and the government is only delaying the opening of conversion until every little detail is perfected. The government's plan is to have the system working so smoothly that a man may send in his premium and his policy will be sent to him within a week. This insurance is the result of a great deal of labor and effort on the part of some of the biggest insurance men in the United States. It is the best insurance a man can buy and is recognized and approved of by all the leading old line companies. The government is offering six different policies which embrace substantially all insurance. They are: Ordinary Life, Twenty and Thirty Payment Life, Twenty and Thirty Year Endowment, and Endowment at the age of sixty-two. The present term insurance may be converted into any one of these policies or may be split up into any number of them. This conversion may take place any time within five years after peace is officially proclaimed. If the present term insurance has been lapsed through lack of information or any other reason it may be reinstated by paying all back premiums. No medical examination is required. All ex-soldiers and sailors who are interested in obtaining information concerning their government insurance may do so by calling or applying to the Navy Recruiting Station, Des Meines, Iowa. 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. McHENRY & BOWERS, Attorneys for Plaintiff. (Special to Bystander.) Do Your Best. Everyone should do all he can to provide for his family and in order to do this he must keep his physical system in the best condition possible. No one can 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 get a package of Cham- THE BYSTANDE berlain's Tablets and Follow the plain printed directions, as you will soon be feeling alright and able to do a day's work. Camp St. Luce, Nantes, France May 2, 1919. Mr. C. T. Gooch. I think that it has been over a week since I wrote you a scratch, but in that time I have seen more of France than I expected to see. At that I cannot tell all that I have seen. Last week I was at the beautiful city of Paris. Believe me, it is some place and I would not have missed it for anything since I have been there. As to people and the business it is very much like any other place that is large and all the time on the go. Street cars, subways, omnibus, taxi, everything in the way of transportation. But the big scenes of life are their historic and memorial buildings. The buildings once one has seen them are a knockout. The travel from here to Paris is not as comfortable as on the train in the States. But since that we were going to Paris we did not mind the way we had to travel at all. Leaving at 10:45 in the evening we arrived at Paris the next morning at 7:00 a.m. We were lost birds in Paris. We wandered about for about an hour without finding what we were looking for. Then after being tired of looking around we finally caught a taxi and rode up to the A. P. M. As usual we were on the wrong side of the town to find anything. Then we went on our way to find a hotel, which was very easy to find as we had address in our pockets. The hotel was managed by a woman, as are a great many things over here. Then we started out to look the town over and believe me we got lost two or three times the first time. It was three days before we could get onto the ropes of the palatial city. But by that time we were ready to go back to town or I should say the village of Nantes. I don't know how many bridges Paris has, but it has enough to count on your fingers and your toes. And every one had some kind of statue work of great art. And the historic places were simply grand. I will have to start to read history again before I can attempt to tell anything about what I saw at the buildings and churches that I saw. There must have been a hundred or more and all were famous for their architecture or age or some great man that had brains for designing great things that one can never appreciate unless extensive study has been put on the subject. The greatest place of them all was Versailles, built in Napoleon's time. The buildings and the lakes and all the palaces take up over a mile square. Everything is artificial, but very wonderful. A man is free to go anywhere that he pleases in Paris as long as money will carry him. There is no prejudice of any kind that I could see and for the most part the American Negro got more respect than the whites and the whites feel it, and they can not understand how such things could happen. In every case they have tried to spread the old hatred. It works until the French are enlightened and then the whites have a hard time to get anything from the French. A good many of the boys are planning to stay over here, and I have heard more than one boy say that he is coming back over here, and you can't blame them. I have been thinking very strongly of getting in the Y. M. C. A. work over here. That means six more months if I take it up. I am giving it time and consideration. I do not wish to jump at things in a hurried way. If I do it will be for the betterment of myself and an inkling or what the work is over here. I will wait and show you the pictures of Paris before I can give you a description of any of it. Look for them most any time and maybe I will follow them and again I may not. I did not feel like writing tonight, but I felt like I ought to by all means as the longer that I would put it off the harder it would be to get to OUR NEW HOME PENDLETON AVE. ST. 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Take good aim—the lips meet, the cyas close, the heart opens, heaven itself opens before you., and the art of kissing is learned.—Exchange. f.xaggerated. When we reflect upon the white of an egg that has been sitting around in the refrigerator, apparently waiting to be used up in something, almost ever since we can remember, we think that all this talk about the American housewife's reckless extravagance is somewhat exaggerated after all—Columbus (Ohio) State Journal. NEGRO SOLDIERS IN OUR WAR (New Book) Tells all about the war; it is fair to colored people. A tremendous seller. Price only $2.50. Agents making $8 to $15 a day. Send $20 quick for agents outfit.