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THE BYSTANDER Mrs. Mary B. Talbert Delivers Forceful Address to Enthusiastic Audience Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXVI No. 31. Mrs. Mary B. Talb ful Address to Ent Tuesday evening, Jan. 20 at Corinthian Baptist church in catholicistic audience of 3000 people listened to one of the most forceful lectures ever given in the city by Mrs. Mary B. Talbert, president of the National Federation of Colored Womens clubs. She told, in her wonderful pleasing manner, of the work of our brave boys in France. She enlightened a great many our minds as to the real conditions and treatment of our boys while fighting for democracy. Mrs. Talbert was the only accredited representative of Colored women at the peace conference in France, and is the race's foremost club woman. The message she brought to us and the plea she made to us shall not leave our minds on heart for many, many a day and perhaps in a great many, never. LECTURES AT AMOS HIATT JUNIOR HIGH Tuesday morning Mrs. Talbert was in- New York Negroes Plan $1,000,000 Bank New York, N. Y., Jan. 23.—At a meeting of 1,000 Negroes in the Palace Casiano, 135th street and Madison avenue, under the auspices of the Pioneer Development corporation, a movement to promote a bank capitalized at $1,000,000 for the exclusive use of Negroes was inaugurated. The Dixon said that although the Negroes put $17,000,000 annually into banks now they are unable to borrow money for commercial and business purposes from the banks operated by white men. John W. Lewis, the Negro president of the Industrial Savings bank, of Washington, D. C., said his institution has 6,082 depositors, with total deposits of $25,000, affording the Negroes of Washington an opportunity to borrow Lonely with which to compete in business with the whites. FRIED CHICKEN COMPANY GOES UNDER New York, N. Y., Jan. 23.—The Banks Southern Fried Chicken operating four restaurants in this city is now in the bands of receivers. Some time ago Mr. Banks incorporated at $100.00 capital and retaining 51 per cent of stock attempted to sell the remainder at $10, a share. Only $3,000 was sold in this way. Prohibition is said to have caused the death of the Banks restaurants. BLACK STAR LINE SHIP MAKES ROUND TRIP Brings Assorted Miles Thirty-three Passengers. It is alleged the Garvey Co. has departed from Its Former Principles by Employing White Stevedores. The steamship Yarmouth of the Black Star Line fleet has completed her maiden trip and is today safely moored to her docks in the North river. The Yarmouth brought back thirty-eight passengers in addition to her cargo and in good seaworthy condition. The trip was completed on Tuesday night, but the ship faced a cold snake inside the harbor entrance for some time on account of the ice flows in the Hudson river at New York City. There is said to be friction in the camp of the Black Star Line over what is claimed to be a departure from the principles of the organization, which involves the employment of a white man as cargo supervisor. The colored man, a member of the corporation who held the stevedore's contract of the firm and who lost $124 on the resurrection action, was replaced by a white stevedore engaged by the cargo supervisor. Latest reports intimate a threatened suit against the corporation. Another ship is expected to be added to the fleet. The new ships to be known as the Marcus Garvey MAMMOTH ENTERPRISE Liberty Life Insurance Company Latest Business Adventure. (By Alfred Green.) The prospects in the life insurance world for 1920 look brighter for our group than ever before in its history. A respective view of one of the fore most life insurance organizations which had its birth in this city clearly-indi- cates the remarkable growth of busi- ness which came as a result in the premi- ses of one man's effort. The Liberty Life Insurance company, 3515 Indiana avenue, can be pointed to with pride Are you holding $1000? It will apply as FIRST PAYMENT on Six Room Strictly Modern Stucco Bungalow and Garage on W. 17th St. East front fine lot Paved Street. Price $7000, or Fine 6 Room House on E. Walker St. Lot 50x150. Fruit and fine shade, Asphalt pavement, close to schools. Other bargains in any part of city. SEE OR CALL ME. E. Tracy Blagburn Real Estate Agency Phone Drake 774 1827 Jefferson Ave. Pioneer Drive 741 1200 Jackson Ave. vited to speak to the pupils at the Amos Hiatt junior High school. Promptly at 11:30 the principal called an assembly and Mrs. Talbert delivered a very interesting lecture to about six hundred Junior High school students, the majority of them being white. Working with Mrs. Talbert talked to the club women of the city at the Tenth street Y. W. C. A. center. She left the city Thursday morning for Sioux City, Iowa, where she is scheduled for a lecture. The Mary B. Talbert club, one of the oldest clubs of the city and the first club out of several throughout the United States which bears her name to take the initiative in entertaining Mrs. Talbert while on her lecture tour, entertained at a 1 o'clock luncheon Tuesday noon at the home of Mrs. Emma Mayweather. as an institution born of creative genius and destined to become the greatest financial institution operated by our people in this country. Personnel of Company. A careful survey of the caliber and financial standing of the business and professional men of this city who are interested in, as well as directly responsible for, the promotion of the Liberty Life Insurance company, gives the insider's economic validity and reliability which makes it an acceptable commercial investment for any one who desires to interest themselves in a stable proposition. And the fact that the company is at the present time under state supervision should be sufficient proof to eliminate all doubts in the minds of our people as to the soundness and safety of the investment. An investigation of the company's books disclosed the fact that they are receiving a large number of subscriptions of the United States. It was pleasing also to note that the substantial and conservative men and women of our city are securing large blocks of stock in the company. Approved by Public. The launching of the Liberty Life Insurance company is one of the largest financial efforts ever attempted by our people in America. That it has no surprise, and the success is unqualified proof that there is no limit to the amount of money that can be raised for a reliable business institution by our people when a legitimate enterprise is presented for public approval with the right class of race men behind it. COLORED CATHOLIC PRIESTHOOD LIBELLED Holy Ghost Rector Declares That Colored Pries has Never Been a Success Anywhere in the World. New York, Jan. 14. That the reason why it is impossible to have colored men trained for the priesthood in the Catholic church is the opposition of the United Catholic councils is made plain in a letter printed in the current issue of the Crisis. George Joseph MacWilliam, a colored man living in Philadelphia thrust the rector of his church, St. Nicholas, applied to the Holy Ghost Fathers at Crenwell, Pa., and the United Colored students, and are not going to take any. Almighty God does not want a colored man for a priest. He is absolutely unfit morally, physically and mentally. Prejudice, sentiment and authority are against it, and one with a sound mind ought to know that God does not want him. Colored people do not want them and white people can't use them. This is the decision of the United Catholic councils if you do not accept it you are well. When asked about some of the colored Catholic priests already at worn, the reply was, "A colored man has not been successful as a priest anywhere in the world, not even in Africa. Mr. MacWilliams says he has spent eight years trying to get a chance to the Catholic priesthood, and in this time he has made pleas to Cardinals and Arch-Bishops, and to the Josephite Father in Baltimore. The Josephite Fathers in Baltimore agreed to accept the application of a colored man providing he would pay $250 per year tuition although white boys were being received free and tuition. He agreed to up the $250 annually for MacWilliam, and then the Reverend Superior Justice McCarthy refused him admission. In making an appeal to the Apostolic delegate in Washington, John Bonzano, a reply came that this matter was beyond the scope of his providence and power. Mr. MacWilliam ends his letter by saying that the Catholic church is making every effort to keep the Negro in ignorance. "We are governed by the most prejudiced men on this continent, who impose their conditions on us and tell us it is God's will." EACE MEN TO FORM POLITICAL CLUB IN THE SOUTH Houston, Tex., Jan. 23—The recent action of the republicans of Texas has caused the Negroes in various sections of the south to organize political clubs for the purpose of bringing pressure to bear on the republican national committee to see to it that they get representation. It is charged that the republicans of the south are coming up with schemes to keep the Negro off of different committees. Word has been sent down the West Des Moines High Graduates Cincinnati Man Builds Model Homes for Negroes Race Man Named District Attarney J. Frank Wheaton is Appointed Asst. District Attorney in N. Y. New York City, Jan, 23—Hon. J. Frank Wheaton, lawyer, of 28 West 137th street, has been appointed assistant district attorney of New York county at an annual salary of $3,500. This makes two colored assistants in the district attorney's o'ce, the other being Richard O. McQueen, his man, at $5,000. It is the first time in the city's history that two colored men at a time have held this important position. Both are democrats and were appointed by Judge Swann, the democratic office holder, as district attorney. Mr. Wheaton is past grand exalted ruler of I. B. P. O. E., and is a lawyer of national reputation. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota. He served in the Minnesota legislature from 1899 to 1901, being twice elected in an overwhelmingly white district, against a white opponent. Mr. Wheaton was in the last election democratic nominee for assembly in the Heights Court, but lost to John Clifford Hawkins, also colored, by 3,000 votes. Mr. Hawkins was the candidate supported by the United Civic league. It is anticipated that Mr. Wheaton will be assigned as the assistant district attorney in the Heights Court, which embraces all the Negro district of upper New York. There will be two colored graduates at the mid-year commencement of West Des Moines High school this year, Mr. John Brown, grandson of Mrs. Walker Dyer of 838 Twelfth street is one of West High's honor graduates. He is the grandson of Mr. Walker Dyer, who was the first colored policeman of Os- kaleosa, Iowa. He has been raised in this city by his grandmother, Mrs. Ella Dyer of 838 Twelfth street. St. Paul's A. M. E. Sunday school counts this young man as one of their best members. He has since early childhood been quite active in Sunday school work and was for several years Sunday school librarian. John is considered the brightest boy not only of his class but of West High. Cincinnati Man Bu for Ne (Cincinnati, Ohio, Jan. 23.—The late Jacob G. Schmislapp built 402 model homes for workmen's families and they they house a population of 1,600. Years ago when Mr. Schmislapp was on the board of several colored school and organizations he decided that better housing for the colored people was most urgently needed and started to build model homes that would bring in a rental sufficient to earn not exceeding 5 percent. He desired that the proposition be placed on a business basis so that many others could be interested and the movement be enlarged. The homes for colored people now number 234—the rest are for white workmen. These colonies are located in Norwood, Oakley, Avondale and Walnut Hills and represent an investment of close to $600,000. Remarkable success has been achieved in those very features that Mr. Schmislapp was in mind: anxiety about-health, contentment, prevention of crime and communicable disease. Mr. Schmislapp was always ready to tell the reporters and his friends about the usual success of this venture. His office was decorated with pictures of these homes and his mind was filled line to all Negro political leaders to not stand for any double crossing by the lily white republicans of the south. It is charged that in several states that the white republicans are using the whole state to attack the white and that Chairman Hays will be called on to see that the race gets proper representation. Mr. J. L. Dameron, who has been ill with bronchial trouble, is able to be in school again. The Kappa Alpha Psi house has been Editor Howard Passes Indianapolis, Ind., Jan. 23.—John D. Howard, editor and owner of the Indianapolis Ledger, died Thursday, Jan. 8, at West Baden Springs, Ind., at the age of 50. His body was brought to this city and prepared for burial, after which it was removed to Union Baptist cemetery, Cincinnati, O., for interment. Started with Freeman. Mr. Howard evidenced his genius for newspaper work over 25 ears age, and for 40 years as a visiting police officer for the Freeman. It was largely through his uniting efforts that the Freeman was at one time recognized as one of the leading weekly journals of the country. His success along newspaper lines caused him to launch the Indianapolis Ledger, which, during the administration as editor and owner, has become one of the foremost journals of the country. Staff Takes Charge. Fortunately for the Ledger, the future management of its affairs is intrusted to the hands of his wife, Edgar competent worker, Editor Howard was born in Shalbyville, Ky., May 23, 1869. He is survived by his wife, one son, a sister and an aunt. His health had been failing for several months and death was due to a stroke of paralysis. Mr. Howard received his early training in the graded and high schools at New Albany, Ind., and Berean college, Berean, Ky. having finished the four-year course in three years. He was of great assistance to many of his less fortunate schoolmates and was always willing to assist them in their studies. His aim is to become a lawyer and to that end he will take the liberal arts course at Drake university next fall preparatory to taking law. He is not quite 17 years of age. The other graduate is Miss Viola Pendleton a young lady of unusual abil-ity. She is the daughter of Mrs. Ophelia Hill of 761 Eleventh street. Miss Pendleton has made an enviable record as a student and received the Remington award for excellence in typewriting. Miss Pendleton expects to continue her studies at the State University of Iowa. builds Model Homes egroes with an amazing mass of mathematical data about him. "See how fine these home are work- ing out," he said, with a great smile and match of his eloquence. "See how law-abiding the colored people saw in these nice homes. Among our colored tenants there was only one arrest for every 150 of the population, while in the average in the general community is one in every four or five. And our death-rate is only 10.17 per thousand, compared with 29 per thousand among the colored population in the rest of the city." The Rockefeller and Carnegie foundations and experts from Canada and all parts of the United States have come to Cincinnati just to study these model homes. Not a Sunday passed but Mr. Schmidtapp would visit them. He spoke as readily to the poor woman as he did to the greatest financial lead- er and. "His model homes form the most outstanding, not only this line in the country," said Bleck- er Marguerite of the Better Housing league with which Schmidtapp co-operated heartily. quarantined with influenza. Six of the bos are ill, Messrs. Fred Slater, Curtis Bush, J. K. Titus, Ralph Jones, William Morrissie, Joseph Fullay and Herbert Loudog. Mrs. Helen Dameron Beshears spent the week end in Cedar Rapids. The girls at the Delta Sigma Theta house, wilcome their new member, Miss Wilma Reed of Witchita, Kansas, who has entered the university this quarter. Miss Imogene Wilsay spent Sunday in Cedar Rapids. Rev. Ford of Cedar Rapids has been given charge of A. M. E. chureh quarterly meeting will be held Tuesday night. Rev. Stovall of Des Moines will be present to conduct the meeting. Little Colored Girl Selected as one of the Best of Forty Contestants Montclair, N. J., Jan. 23.—Miss Ethel Robinson of No. 40 Lexington avenue, a little colored girl, was selected as among the eight best pianists in New York City last week by H. O. Osgood and the musical faculty of the Musical Monitor from four players, following a series of concerts in the First regiment armory. Her first instrument was a 98 cent toy piano, a Christmas gift, and at six she was picking out tunes on her aunt's real piano. She has had regular lessons in the orchestra. She is a graduate of the musical art school in New York and holds a graduate di- AMERICAN LEGION There will be a meeting of Lincoln Port 126 American legion at the Community center, Ninth and Mulberry streets, Wednesday night, Jan. 28. This meeting will be held for the purpose of electing new officers. A general reorganization of the post and to stimulate renewed interest. It is urged upon all men who have not already joined as mell as those who are members to be present and give the post the benefit of their financial support as well as the moral support of all. DOES OUR NEWSPAPER WORK PAYS? It is frequently asked whether it is worth while to go into the newspaper work of our group. The newspaper that is most in demand day by day, but much of success depends on individual ability and push. Shakespeare wrote about giving to "airy nothing a local habitation and a name." One of the most notable examples of doing that is found with Tony Langston, dramatic editor of the Chicago Defender. A few years ago when Editor Robert S. Abbett was yet struggling to meet the weekly printer's bills, he turned over the dramatic section to Tony Langston, and told him to "go to it." All Langston had was a lead pen and a pad. Well, he had something else intangible, he had vision. With this equipment and an abdomen that was a gun, it was hard sliding in those days. People were not much interested in our newspapers, and the majority of those interested cared little for the theatre news. Publicity is the profession, while generous hearted to a fault, wish to be talked about where talking counts. Tony Langston met all the problems of the situation, handling them with such consummate skill that he was given the popular title of General Tony." With the constant growth of the Chicago Defender his section grew in importance and influence and value. He began with one column. Today his section occupies at least two full gase, and often more. Mr. Langston's secretary quickly completed the technical attractions and performers, and averages more than $2,000 per month in advertising. He has the distinction of being the highest paid newspaper emplove of our group. Does our newspaper work pay? Ask genial Tony Langston, who, by the way is a nephew of that distinguished statesman, the late John M. Langston. —Associated Negro Press. Y. W. C. A. Just around the corner of Tenth and Center streets the "Blue Triangle" marks the home of the Tenth Street Y. W. C. At center. A general meeting of all committees was called by the secretary for Thurs responded. After the general meeting, responded. After the general meetings, group meetings were held by the membership, religious and educational committees. The religious committee will have charge of the social hours, which will be every Sunday at 4:30 p. m. A special invitation is extended to the girls and young women who are working in Des Moines, but whose homes are not here. The educational committee is planning to put on a play "Ready for Service." It is hoped that all of our girl relatives will attend the membership committee is planning to build up the membership to one thousand members. There will be a general meeting of all committees, members, and interested friends the third Friday evening in each month at 8 p. m. to study the history of the young women christian association. The fourth Monday evening in each month the membership committee hold their regular meeting at the Y. W. C. A. center. Every member is urged to be present Monday evening. A party for all girl reserves on Saturday afternoon from 3 to 5, Jan. 31. Come on girl reserves and bring someone with you. Parents are invited also. There will be fun and eats for all. A stunt party for the High school girls and boys will be given Friday night at the Y. M. C. A. center. Don't forget the social hour Sunday at 4 p. m. N. A. A. C. P. The opening meeting of the educational campaign launched by the N. A. A. C. P. was held Sunday, Jan. 18 at the Bethel A. M. E. church. Attorney S. Joe Brown was the principal speaker. He hold of the plans the association made of the program. Lynching. A large number signified their intention of joining the association when the membership drive is launched The Best advertising medium to rech colored people in the west PRICE FIVE CENTS ploma also from the same school. While studying music, she also gave lessons to thirty-five pupils, both colored and white, and kept house for her father. After the third year in the high school, she was forced to give up day school and took special courses at the night school. Miss Richardson's music room at home now has as its chief article of furniture a baby grand piano. She is the organist at St. Mark's church, and still has the time between music pupils and the care of the house of her widowed father. Mayor keeps his Promise to Colored People Three Colored Candidates for Public Office were Blasted and Elected On Republican Ticket. Coatesville, Pa., Jan. 23.—The fact is not generally know that a recent election hold here three colored men were ousted. A colored real estate assessor, to office. A colored real estate assessor, to office. This, too, happened in a city that sometime ago was disgraced by a lynching. For which a large majority of its people now deeply regret. Much credit is due to Dr. Wm. A. Creditt for recent results. He came here some months ago and had a conference with out-going mayor, and got the mayor would place the name of three colored men on the ticket with himself and he kept his word. The mayor also promised to improve the streets where our people reside. This he will also do. All of which prove that what is really needed in every city is his leadership. Next will be found to be comparatively easy. Mrs. Hall, chairman of the educational committee aws present and gave a talk. The three high schools of the city have been secured in which to present speakers for the cause. Ex-Governor Clark will speak at West High next Wednesday and Dr. Medburry will speak at North High later in the week. Following week, Harvey Ingham will speak at High High next churches of the city have opened their doors and meetings will be held the second or third Sunday in February. The meetings committee of which Mrs. George Young is chairman are making plans for the Lincoln-Douglas program to be held in the church, Feb. 12. Red Howland Hanson and Secretary Erast Robinson will be the principal speakers. The religious training institute is still moving on with great success. Rev. Geo W. Robinson so vividly put before us the outstanding traits in the Life of Paul. From his birth to his death seemed as real as one living today when he was 18. Sunday night will be used as follows: 7:30 to 8 lecture "The Sunday School and the Pupil," Rev. D. Howland Hanson. First Baptist church. 8 to 8:40 departmental study. 8:40 to 9:20 lecture, "Old Testament Characters," Rev. Dr. S. L. Birt, St. Paul's A. M. E. Last Sunday afternoon from 3 to 5 was held a most interesting men's biography. Headquarters, 782 West Ninth street. Dr. W. H. McCree and Deacon J. S. Beverly led the discussion which was indeed well led. Round table talks followed. Mr. Malcolm Griffith was our pianist and we had excellent singing. We cannot forget to mention the wonderful solo, "Deep River" rendered by Mr. Carroll Green. Sunday at 3 p. m. will be another great meeting at Crocker Street "Y" 782 Ninth street. Dr. J. A. Booker will talk on "Social Evils." Mr. Malcolm Griffith will give for the benefit of the public synopsis of the Clarence Cameron White recital Fev. 1 at a public gathering. He will give the history of the video of a short biography of the video of a short biography author of his selections. He will also these selections were composed. Mr. Curtley will aid him in his program with solos. West High gymnasium will open up for all boys and men who will take out membership in Y. M. C. A. basket ball, volleyball, boxing, wrestling and in-house basketball. We will the activity Sign with Secretary Robinson at 782 Ninth street now. Committee of management meets at 8 o'clock. All members are urgently requested to present. General Secre- tary Merle Marsh of central Y. M. C. A. will meet with them. THE FAMOUS Iowa Cleaning Co. Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing Hats Cleaned and Re-bloced Shining Parlors for Ladies and Gents. Auto Delivery Service 922 Center St. Phone W.1792 CHAS. O. WHITE, Mgr. THE BYSTANDER Published every Friday by the Bystander Publishing Company Des Moines, Iowa. Office in Chemical Building, Corner of Seventh and Mulberry streets. Phone Walnut 899. Entered at the Post Office of Des Moines, Iowa, as Second Class matter. EMERALD E. MASH Managing Editor SUBSCRIPTION RATES: To any part of the United States one year, postage paid ..... $1.50 Six Months ..... .75 Three Months ..... .50 ADVERTISING RATES Weekly news letters must be received not later than Wednesday of each week. Display, per inch Reading Notices, per line Contract rates given upon applications. All Advertisements paid for in advance. THE IMPENDING In many ways the impending presidential campaign more deeply concerns the colored people in these United States than any previous one since the adoption of the 14th and 15th amendments to the constitution. The accumulating evidence of increasing presecution of the race in the south, and discrimination in the north, and the apparent "leave it alone" policy of the party with which we have long been a lied—and which has had our solid support in national elections—as bearing on those questions calling for a solution by the granting of constitutionally vouchafed rights and privileges, has made our race somewhat skeptical as to the future. The world war, out of which we thought, and confidentially believed, would issue a much tauted world democracy—as applicable to our race, that gave millions to finance it and more than four hundred thousand men to fight for it, left, instead, in its wake a trail of racial prejudice wider, deeper and more engulfing than existed before. The leaders of the republican party, no less than the leaders of the democratic party, have, apparently been more concerned with economic questions which concern other countries—the feeding and uplifting of peoples in foreign countries—than with the question of justice for the American colored man who loyally bore the brunt of the battle in the heat of the day. Unless we succeed in influencing the republican party to write into its platform, to be adopted, at Chicago in June, a plank designed to secure equal justice for the race, and a solemn pledge that such a plank shall be strictly adhered to, we will have failed in our duty to the race. There will be four parties to go be the voters of our country for endorsement this coming fall—the republican, democratic, labor and socialist. With the second, which is most responsible for all our lills, past and present, we cannot consistently ally ourselves. With the socialist there are inseparably associated too many radicals who are styled bolsheviks, soviets, syndicalists and I. W. W.'s. The labor party, although the American federation of labor has gone on record as favoring a recognition, within the ranks of organized labor, of colored labor on equal terms with whites, yet appears impotent, even though there is much in its policies that is idealistic, to secure for us quick and permanent justice. The republican party, providing it is reconstructed—brought back to those principles that actuated and controlled it under Lincoln, appears to be the only safe ark upon which we may take safe passage to a hoped-for millennium. Practically all of the avowed presidential aspirants in the republican party have sounded their keynote, but in none of them has there been a single note of encouragement, even by inference, for the more than 12,000,000 collated people. The burden of their song has been antagonism to the "reds" who would, as bolsheviks, soviets, syndicalists and what not, overthrow our government. Unintentionally, perhaps, they have made no reference to the "rebels"—those in this country who rebel against the dictates of the constitution. Before the republican convention convenes we ought to assemble from every state, as a race and banishing all fractional strife among ourselves—ignoring every and all personal differences—by speech, action and resolution impress upon the party that we must be given only that recognition the constitution specifically provides, and which our loyalty, service and sacrifices have paid for in full. There must be no recognition of a "southern policy" by any future republican president in contra-distinction to a national policy of justice for all. 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Marie Willis (at the beach)—"Kit to quite a clever social general." Jane Gillis—"Yea. She went through last season's campaign without the loss of a man."—Life 200,000 LIVE AGENTS at once to sell Dudley's Famous Auto Polish For Furniture, Piano's, Church Pews, Hardwood Floors and hundreds of other things that have a varnish surface, shining them to look like new. Live-wire agents make $50.00 to $75.00 per week selling Dudley's Polish to furniture dealers, drug stores, hardware stores, churches, housekeepers. ital affairs, under the delusion that such a policy will best solve the race problem only for those who refuse to concede that the American colonists' slogan, "No taxation without representation," is as sound today as it was in 1776. The same opportunities and rights must be accorded the two millions of colored people in the north that are accorded the whites who are no more citizens of these United States than are the colored, and the same opportunities and rights due to the ten million colored people who live in the south, and that, too, without reservations. The republican party preaches a "one and indivisible country," and we, the colored people, must see to it that the party recognizes our race as a component part of that "one and indivisible." It is up to us to impress, by unity in resolution, and demand of the republican party that it act concertedly and effectively to conserve every right and privilege that the constitution vouchsakes us.—The Cleveland Advocate. WESTERN RAMBLER (continued from last week) Dear Editor: I am now continuing my communication of last week. Leaving La Junta, Colo., my first stop was Hutchinson, Kan. The pastor, Rev. J. E. Allen had been called away on the death of his mother, hence no arrangement had been made. I spent two days with the pastor and was entertained by him and several of his members. The pastor and I were entertained at the following homes: Mrs. W. G. Reniro, Mrs. Guy Davis and Mrs. Claud Caton. On leaving Hutchinson, I took a swing for Topeka, where I had an apchurch. Rev. W. H. Young pastor. Rev. Young had only been on the field for a short time and had not gotten a grip on the people, yet we had a very good attendance. I spoke on the subject, "The Power of Knowledge," which seemed to have captured the audience. The collection was good for those present. I made a mistake in saying i left Hutchinson for Topeka, it was Wichita instead of Topeka. Topeka's report follows Wichita. At Wichita I found the pastor of Calvary Baptist church, Rev. S. B. Butler, off on his vacation. Rev. Pinkney of Colorado Springs, Colo., had been secured to deliver a message for the Lord. I was given a few minutes to present our work and make an appeal. The respond was as usual as it is the custom of Calvary to do her part. The same evening I visited New Hope Baptist church, Rev. E. T. Fishback, pastor and has proven himself loyal to any cause tending to advance the Master's kingdom and bettering mankind. From Topeka I took another rumble and found myself in Emporia. Here I found the Kansas Baptist state convention in session, being presided over by that broad-minded Christian gentleman, Rev W. A. Bowmen. This was my first time to visit that distinguished body of co-workers, and I must say it was a treat to be among such strong men and women of the denomination. Here I was introduced to the convention and given an opportunity to present the claims of the western Baptist convention. The brethren responded at once to my appeal. The amount will appear in my report. From there I took another swing and found myself in Sioux City, Iowa. Here I was met by that stalwart Baptist preacher, Rev. J. W. Crushon, at whose church I was billed Sunday afternoon. The pastor had spared no pains to give the meeting a wide publicity. We had a splendid meeting and it was said that that was my best lecture ever delivered in that city. Collection good. In the morning I visited the "mission" church on the east side. They seem to be doing well, but needed some new life injected in their services. This is a young church, the outlook is promising. In my swing from Sioux City, Iowa, I found myself in Fort Dodge. I had made a previous engagement here, but on account of confusion between the pastor and church my appointment was recognized because it was announced by the pastor, that is the appointment was sent to the pastor, who had resigned. On my arrival there, Rev. Brown of Albia had been engaged for A RYSTANDER 100 GENUINE ASPIRIN TABLETS SPECIAL OFFER $100 from 100 Genuine ASPIRIN TABLETS Agently the secret Pine Bottle... 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The parsonage was being repaired and the church yard cleaned which gives everything a dif-though Rev. Gipson is making some noferent aspect. The indications are that the Second Baptist church at Mt. Pleasant has decided to take her place in the Baptist vanguard as one of the soul-saving stations of Iowa. The collection was a little under twenty dollars. May the blessings of the Master rest upon Rev. Handy and his congregation Sunday morning Oct. 26 I visited the McKinley Baptist church, Rock Island, Ill., Rev. S. H. Gipson, pastor, I was given the morning hour. I spoke on "Co-operation." This was the first time in two years I had an opportunity of visiting this church. It does seem that the people are hard to reach. It seems they are on the standstill order, ble efforts to put life in them. Rev. Gipson is proving to be master of situation. He too, has lead his people onward that they have secured a parsonage. This every church should have. The collection was the best ever collected there. Sunday evening I found myself in the Third Baptist church, Davenport, Iowa, Rev. F. K. Nicholson, pastor. Rev. Nicholson being sick I spoke for his congregation. They seemed to enjoy the message. This was dreary evening with light rain hence the congregation was not large. This is one church in Iowa where the pastor has preached and talked tithing until the people are beginning to give tithes and by so doing they are raising more mon y and the church is getting along better. Collection was good for the congregation. I was invited by the secretary of the Y. M. C. A. Brother B. G. Smith, to lecture the young men. I did so and had a nice audience. They extended me an invitation at my earliest convenience. Collection good. Inez, the 10 year old daughter of Mrs. Julia Smith, died of Bright's disease Saturday, Jan. 17 at the home of her mother, 915 South East Fourteenth street. The funeral was held Tuesday, Jan. 20 from the Kyles A. M. E. Zion church South East Eighteenth and Ecstreet streets, Rev. Hardge officiated. Interment was made in Glendale cemetery. LUDA MICKLE BOONE. The funeral services for Mrs. Luda Mickle Boone, who passed away at Provident hospital Chicago, Ill., Sunday, Jan. 11 was held at Delevan, Wis., Friday, Jan. 10. Interment in Delevan cemetery. Her sisters, Mrs. H. Allen of Minneapolis, Minn., Mrs. L. Barber of Chicago, Ill.; Mrs. Zora Johnson of Cincinnati, O., and Mrs. J. E. Ousley of Dcs Moines, Iowa, were present at the funeral Mr. Lewis Payne an old resident of Des Moines dropped dead Wednesday noon at his home, 835 West Twelfth street. Although he had been in poor health for some time his death comes as a surprise to his many friends. He is survived by a wife. Funeral announcements will be made later. Loans from $15 to $300 Money to any resident of this city on short time notice. Don't worry about security. Just prove to us that your intentions are right. 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Asphalt pavement. All specials paid. $2,750.00—$300.00 down, $25.00 per month. Other bargains in west side property. E. TRACY BLAGBURN Real Estate Agency Boyd's Cafe Special attention to theatre parties. OPEN ALL NIGHT Furnished Rooms for Rent JOHN BOYD, Proprietor 1104 Center St. COME TO McCree's Drug Store For Careful Prescription Service, Wadam Walker's Hair Grower, Kashmir Preparations, Fresh Brown Goods, Black and White Preparations, and Straightening Combs. Prompt Mail Order Service. Rite and Center St, Des Moines Market 1485 WADE H. McCREE Prescription Druggist CITY NEWS Mrs. B. Rogers of 2645 Sixth avenue is convalescing. Mrs. Lizzie Glass, who has been very ill at the home of her son, Mr. O. L. Glass of Ridge street, is very much improved. Little Mack Wilson of 2710 Sixth avenue is convalescing and will be able to re-enter school soon. Mr. Clyde Leroy Glass of Kansas City, who was called home on account of the illness of his mother, has returned to his duties at Quindaro university. Mrs. F. P. Johnson returned home last Tuesday after a ten day visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson of Gravity, Iowa. Mr. G. H. Edmunds, who has been spending considerable time in the south, returned Monday to Birmingham, Ala., where he will spend the remainder of the winter. Mrs. Minnie Mills-Clay was called to Buxton, Iowa, last Thursday on account of the death of her mother, which occurred Friday, Jan. 10. Mr. Arthur Esthers, who has been ill at his home Twenty-ninth and Ingersoll avenue, is improved and is able to be out again. Little Marguerite Esters, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Esthers and a violin pupil at Drake university appeared in a student's recital Friday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Howard are the parents of a daughter born Sunday, Jan. 11. Mr. Howard is a Drake university law student and prominently identified with the athletics of the university. The residence of Mrs. N. E. Morton, 779 Tenth street was slightly damaged by fire Wednesday noon. The origin of the fire is unknown. Mr. Vinzant who recently moved to our apartment in Alabama is ill at his home 830 Eleventh street. Mrs. Mary Manning, who was painfully injured by a fall while visiting the sick at the Methodist hospital several weeks ago is able to be out again. Mrs. J. E. Ousley, who was called away very suddenly last week by the death of her sister, Mrs. Ludee Micklec Ebenee of Delevan, Wis., returned home Tuesday morning, when her dear son, the month of October, Mr. Maceo Pinkard, popular composer of New York City, joined his wife here who is visiting her father, Mr. Price Alexander. The Elks lodge held a smoker at the North Star Masonic hall, Eleventh and center streets Wednesday night, in concert which will be held at the Union Congregational church Sunday, Feb. 1, 1920 under the direction of Miss Ethel Bowerman. Mr. Price Alexander of 3635 Cornell street has been ill at his home. Mrs. Maceo Pinkard of New York City, who is visiting relatives and friends in the city is ill at the home of her sister, Mrs. V. L. Jones, 700 Grand View street. Mrs. J. B. Morris is quite ill at her home, 1064 Fourteenth street. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Shelton of 843 South East Twenty-sixth street purchased the beautiful seven-room modern home at 952 West Sixteenth street. SOCIAL. Mrs. Hershey Fowler entertained twenty friends Wednesday. Jan. 14 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Burnan, 1063 Seventeenth street at a dinner party of her husband's birthday. A large number of useful gifts were received in serving the course dinner by Mrs. Burnan. Dancing concluded the pleasant evening. Miss Ruth Bell Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Davis, celebrated her ninth birthday anniversary Saturday, Jan. 17 by entertaining twelve of her little friends at an informal dinner party. The afternoon was pleasantly spent in playing games. Miss Doris Alexander of New York City was an ont of town guest. Mrs. Harry Bentham entertained a number of princesses at a dancing party Wednesday night at her home, 835 Twentieth street in honor of her husband's birthday. THRIFT MEETING. A representative group of club women heard Mrs. Willa Jackson, chairman at the girls work of the city federation make a most eloquent and convincing talk and urged for a continued program Sunday at 3 p.m. at the community center. Mrs. Jessye E. McClain, presided. Wishes to announce that until he can close out his practice in Buxton, he will be iu Des Moines with Dr A. J. Booker, 907 Walnut St. Thnrsday, Friday and Saturday of Each Week. Portia Robinson Hair Culturist and Manicuring Mme. C. J. Walker's System Residence Work a Specialty Call Walnut 6272 Residence 385 6th Ave By Ada F. Hyde PAN DES MOINES CLUB The Pan Des Moines club secured the use of the large auditorium on the third floor of the building at the corner of Ninth and Center streets, formerly known as Galley building. This hall has a seating capacity of 1,000. Supplies are being made to hold regular campaign age. A program of reputable speakers is being arranged for the season. Look for further notice. SCORES BIG HIT. Dysart's jazz orchestra is scoring a big hit at the chemists convention which is being held at Hotel Savery III this week. The piano, saxophone, xylophone trio feature "You'll Be Surrounded and I Need a Boulder Shaking Blues" are being well received. CLUBS The Mary Church Torrell club met Monday night at the R. N. Hyde home on Thirteenth street. Important business was transacted and placed on the coming year. On account of the illness of Miss Margaret Roberts who was to have been hostess the next meeting will be held at the same place with Miss Roberts as hostess. The Home Maker's league will meet Tuesday, Jan. 27 at the protection home. All members are requested to be as the allocation of officers will be held. The following officers will be installed by Mrs. Brown retiring president; Mrs. Mary Manion president; Mrs. L. L. Bowles, vice president; Mrs. Johnnie Shaw, secretary; Mrs. B. Reynolds, assistant secretary and Mrs. Law, treasurer. The Callanan Industrial club met Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Henry West, 1212 Center street. Election of officers for the coming Year: President, Mrs. R. N. Hyde; vice president, Mrs. R. N. Leather; secretary, Mrs. Mable Stewart; treasurer, Mrs. Powell, chapain; Mrs. Gross, reporter; Mrs. T. Adams, chairman of program committee; Mrs. Henry West. The next meeting will be with Mrs. J. Alvin Jefferson, 1:22 Day street. A beautiful concert will be given by the Callanan club in the near future at the Maple Street Baptist church. An announcement will be made later. The Tumblers, a newly organized club of twenty young women met at the community center Wednesday night and perfected their organization. The club has been organized for the purpose of the Maple Street Baptist Mr. Toussaint Howard of the syndicate basketball team will coach the young women. A great deal of enthusiasm has been manifested by the young women and they are hoping to have some speedy contests this winter. LODGE INITIATES. The Phyllis hodge No. 18 held an initiation Tuesday, 20 at Castle Hall, 1117 Bast Walnut. The grand chancellor commander, I. H. Gose presided. The following candidates were given the degrees of Knighthood. All Gaiter, Geo. Thomas and William Willinns. NOTICE. I have a few copies of Kelly Miller's history of the world's war for sale at $1.50 each. Persons desirous at this low price telephone Red 5527 and the books will be delivered at any time—Mrs. N. M. Wilson, agent. DU BOIS ASSOCIATION The Du Bois association met at the Franklin school, Jan. 21. An enthusiastic group of youthful mothers were present, as well as a number of teachers. Mrs. Mary Coalson, who for years has been interested in sociology gave an inspiring address, as well as Miss Vaughn of the Lincoln extension school and Miss Olivia of the department officer. Plums were laid for a dance nursery for all nationalities in the Franklin district, where so many of the older children are kept out of school to care for the younger children while the parents work; and committees appointed by the chairman to find a nursery location. A kindly matron in charge. The financing of the nursery is being discussed by estimable women with prominent philanthropists of the city and will be reported at our next meeting. Feb. 11. COMMUNITY SERVICE The S. L. Birt club entertained a number of their friends with luncheon at community center, Jan. 8. Our executive committee was well received at the welfare banquet held at Fri. Jan. 10. The Pollyanna club of thirty young women had their first club meeting Friday afternoon at community center and have chosen Friday as their regular meeting day. A new club of twenty-two women have organized the Community Savings club. This club will meet each Thursday at community center. The club played the south side boys 8 to 6 in a well played game of basket ball Friday night a community center. They play the white Y. M. C. A. team this week. From the present indications we will soon have a community band of fifty and the boys are doing fine. The Syndicate club gave their second of a series of parties Saturday night. They plan to give a big party in their room in which they have invited the public. The Mt. Moriah tabernacle entertained their friends with luncheon at community center Jan. 12. Our 56journer Truth girls had their first lesson in art Monday. The Twentieth Century Progressive Art club met for the first time Monday and spent a pleasant hour with their instructor, Mrs. Geo. Wells. Tuesday, Jan. 13 Mrs. Maude Jones entertained at whist and luncheon. Rev. King of Union Congregational church, Rev. Claybrook of the Bethel A. M. E. church, Dr. Wm. H. Lowry, the booth of the Stl club; Mr. Allegra Bleghurst presiden dicate club, and Mr. John Ronch, president of the Silver-Leaf club were the principal speakers at the booster reception, Wednesday, Jan. 14. The Bystander Pneumonia often follows a Neglected Cold KILL THE COLD! HILL'S CASCARA QUININE BROMIDE Standard cold remedy for 20 years in tablet form—safe, sure, no opiates—brass up a cold in 24 hours; collect grip in 3 days Money back if it fails. The genuine box has a Red top with h. Mr. Hill's picture. At All Drug Stores being organized with Mrs. H. R. Wright as club leader and instructor Mrs. Wright will teach her girls Spanish. The community band will give a minstrel Friday, Jan. 23. The purpose of which is to raise money to buy more instruments. Community orchestra made their first appearance Sunday at the women's club mural held in the girls club room at community center. All lovers of music are requested to meet at community center Sunday, Jan. 25 at 4 p.m. The following organizations are now making use of community center: Male organizations, Syndicate Community club Silver Leaf Community club, Bloomer Community club, Boosters Community club, community band, Charity lodge Odd Fellows, Silver Leaf lodge Odd Fellows. Female organizations: Sun Shine service, Sojourner Truth, Pollyanna, Twentieth Century Art club, Community Savings club, Young girls aid, Friendship community club, Rebeecas, Beautiful Light, La Senorites, Community orna- ture, Community Glee club, and the Browns. Besides these regular organizations the center has been and is being used by churches, lodges and social organiz- tions for special functions. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors for their services and floral offerings during the sickness and death of our daughter and sister—Mrs. Julia Smith and family. "The THINGS WORTH WHILE." The Harriet Beecher Stowe club adopted as its slogan for the year 1920 "The Things Worth While." The members contributed ten dollars to N. A. A. C. P., ten dollars to the Brownie Browman fund and ten dollars to Ida Wells Barnett for the Arkansas riots. We received the following acknowledged letter from Mrs. Barnett: Dear Madam: am happy to report that I have received a letter containing 410 as contribution to the fund which we are trying to raise for the twelve condemned men in Arkansas. I should have acknowledged this receipt earlier, but having other things to do I have found it impossible to do so. The Defender has had your name for some two weeks, but each week the list has been crowded out of the papers. I am not sure of the names will be published this week. We have not thought it wise to give the names of the places from which the money was sent. In some way the white people will be sure to get a hold of it, and in a way make trouble. While we thank you very much for your donation, we regret to report that the contributions have not come in as expected. We will need the would. By this time we should have from $5000 to $10,000. Instead of that I have only received $100. We have been able to get a stay of sixty days in which to allow the lawyers time to prepare the case for the Arkansas Supreme Court, so that the men will have at least until February 15 in which to fight for their lives if they are not sure they we ought to be able to do something. Again thanking you for your contribution and urging you to do all you can to increase it, I am Yours very truly, IDA B. WELLS BARNETT. ST. PAUL SUNDAY SCHOOL NOTES (I. E. Edwards, Sept.) Are you a Sunday school school? If so why not attend some Sunday school! The St. Paul's A. M. E. Sunday school extends an invitation to all citizens of Des Moines especially the children. Solomon wrote in Proverbs, "Train up a child in the way he should go, and teach him to do what he desirest it." If we are to have a strong church we must have t strong Sunday school. The Sunday school is the church we must have a strong Sunday year to build up a strong and prosperous Sunday school and this can only be done by the citizens of Des Moines who are Christian and have their children attending some Sunday school. The St. Paul Sunday school convenes for an hour every Sunday from 1:30 p. m. to 2:30 p. m. CORINTHIAN NOTES Two large congregations worshipped at the Corinthian church last Sunday. People enjoy this meeting house because everyone is made to feel welcome. The pastor, Rev. Dr. Robinson, delivered two splendid sermons. 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Are you satisfied to always remain a wage earner, working for someone else or will you take advantage of the opportunity given you by the Swigart Land Company of Chicago, to obtain a farm home in Michigan on the easiest terms. 10 acre tracts near railroads and schools. Small payment down; balance easy monthly terms. Good productive land well suited for poultry, vegetables, fruits and general crops of all kinds. Already hundreds of colored people have purchased land of us. Write today for copies of letters we have received of them and see what they think of the country, Swigart Land Co., T1263, First Nat'l. Bk, Bldg., Chicago, Ill. members. Little Owens, the pastor's oldest son has been sick all week. At this writing he appears to be a little better. The Corinthian aid circle deserves credit in the way they handled the large crowd at the Mary B. Talbert's reception. It is the aid always that does things. The pastor B. G. W. Howin goes to Baxton to install Rev. James A. Myers as pastor of the Mt. 'Zion Baptist church. Revival meetings start at Corinthian on Feb. 8. Much sickness prevails with a large number of Corinthian members and friends. The mothers meeting will be held at the church Sunday evening, Jan. 25 at 5 o'clock. How can We Make the Mothers Meeting a Success," will be read by Mrs. G. W. Stanton. All mothers are urged to be present. On Monday evening Jan. 19 the Ushers association held a very effective meeting at the home of Mrs. Bertha Watkins, 1108 Center street. A large membership was in attendance and plans were discussed for ensuing year. Mrs. Wm. Woods was a guest and addressed the association in her usual pleasing manner. The February monthly meeting will be with Mrs. Minnie Watkins, president; Solma C. Brown, secretary. The Corinthian aid will meet at the residence of Mrs. R. F. Patrick, 1170 Third street, Friday, Jan. 30. All members please be present. The Mission circle will meet at the residence of Mrs. L. J. Woods Monday, Jan. 30. FUN FOR ALL C2J THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL These youngsters had the time of their lives at a party given recently by Community Service in the Thomas Garret Settlement House in Wilmington, Delaware. There were grownups at the party, too. But, they were there just to help the young folks enjoy themselves. Community Service includes colored men, women and children in its work throughout the United States. The work for them is carried on by colored workers trained by Community Service. aine, Earache, Neuralgia, Lumbago, Rheumatism, Neuritis and Pain generally. Always say "Bayer" when buying Aspirin. Then look for the srty "Bayer Cross" on the package and on the tablets. Handy tin boxes of twelve tablets cost but a few cents. Druggists also sell larger packages. R. N. Hyde & Son Co. 821 13th Street Dealers in REAL ESTATE We have a large number of places for sale and houses to rent. Phone W. 6254 g and Dyeing Co. STREET WAL 2939 to the best cleaners and Dyers in the and service are Superior—do not dis- them—do not take chances—we know our prices are right. FOR THE COLORED MAN. home? It means an independent life. gart Tracts are located in a healthful ools, roads, transportation. A single aid for many a farm. Are you satis- ner, working for someone else or will unity given you by the Swigart Land farm home in Michigan on the easiest lands and schools. Small payment down; good productive land well suited for general crops of all kinds. Already purchased land of us. Write today for of them and see what they think of ., T1263, First Nat'l. Bk. Bldg. On last Wednesday evening, Jan. 14 about forty friends celebrated the birthday party of Mrs. J. W. Capmbell in her beautiful home, 703 South East Twenty-sixth street. Many beautiful presents were received. A dainty two-course meal was served at it. Lake Hall will depart soon, wishing Mrs. Capmbell many more happy birthdays. Mrs. W. M. Robinson of 936 West Eleventh street and daughter, Pharon and Mrs. Mary Stanton of 1208 Pleasant street left the city Monday to visit relatives and friends in Omaha. The children of our pastor, Rev. G. W. Warren La Vern Crawford is also on the sick list. Mrs. Charles Ford on Eleventh street still remains quite poorly. The cantata to be given by the Corinthian choir, Jan. 29 promises to be a rare treat. Well prepared and music from Monday evening, Duncan Springs is also due to the Herald association and the evening was well spent socially. CHRIST DECLARETH HIMELF TO BE THE BREAD OF LIFE This is the work of God that ye believe on Him whom he has sent in the midst of our people in the city to try to establish a Second Christian church. Jesus wants us to lift high his royal banner and we as Christians and followers of Christ want every man and woman who are members of any Christian church to meet us on Sunday, Feb. 1, 3:30 p. m. at the Lincoln school, Tenth and Mulberry streets. Signed by your Christian brother, Mr. J. W. Johnson. 23 Hudson Street North Fourth Street Kokau, KS Phone Bed 810 Koookuk, Iowa Phone Bed 518 An Agency for the MORAL PROTECTION, GUIDANCE AND TRAINING of Lone Colored Women and Girls coming as strangers to Iowa for work or visit. WRITE US, and we will assist you to find A BLEE TO WORK; A HOME AND THE CHURCH YOU WANT in any of our Iowa town. Southern girls not qualified for services in modern northern homes can receive training in our Housekeeper's Emergency Course—Bible Training and other subjects also taught. This Institution supports a Free Reading Room, Bureau of Information and place of Christian recreation. Open afternoons daily. For all Christian workers. When in Koookuk come to the mission. This means you. MISS SIDNEY J. DAVIS, Supt. Adv. IOWA NEWS DAVENPORT ITEMS. (Last Week's News.) Third Baptist church, Rev. F. K. Nicholson, D. D., pastor. To the great Baptist family throughout the state of Iowa and the west: We are in the midst of the greatest revival known in the history of the church, Rev. William H. Harvey, D. D., the great pastor-eagle who is preaching the glorification of the son of God each night and the people are crowding the church to hear this man of God. Sinners are being converted. Back-siders reclaimed, and the church revived it is said by people who have been here for years that never before has Davenport been awakened religiously as she is today. Men and women who have been out of the church twenty-eight or thirty years are coming home. Old men some who came home visit their relatives heard the gospel, obeyed the call and were baptized during the services and like the Eunuch went on their way rejoicing. Our church is in a better condition today than ever before. The master is blessing us both spiritually and financially and numerically. Dr. William H. Harris of St. Louis, Mo., is indeed and intruth a great rivalist. Our meeting will probably close Sunday, Jan. 18 at which time we will baptize the great host of men and women who have found the Lord. KEOKUK NOTES. Mrs. Jennie Toombs is able to be around in the house on crutches, but is much better than she has been. Her ankle has been sprained two or three times. Pearl Demier was called to Des Moines on the account of the illness of his sister but has returned home and is all smiles. Mrs. W. H. Clarke left for Des Moines today to be at the bedside of her sister. The family of Samuel Brown has been much concerned about the illness of Mrs. Amanda Brown Lindsay at Burlington. Howard Lindsay came for the mother and she and Mrs. Anna Mott hurried to her bedside. Mrs. Anna Quiney Lasley and two children Horatio and Eugenia are spending the week's end with Mrs. Jarietta Morton. Much sickness pre-Among whom are Ralph Reed, Cairls among the people of the city. Buckney, Sarah Smith and Mamie E. Moore. And Mrs. Cole Lear are the proud parents of an eight pound daughter. Don't forget to call 217 or Red 1007 for Taylor's taxi service. Sunday services were well attended in all of the churches this week. The pastors filled their own pulks Sunday morning. Rev. W. H. Starkes preached Sunday night at Bethel A. M. E. and a splendid cantata "The Beautiful City," was rendered at Pilgrim Rest church. The latter church was taxed for seating room. Mrs Mamie E. Moore, superintendent, was at her post and Mrs. Cecil Bates ally supplied. Mesdames Carrie Smith, V. Olive Phillips and Miss Marie Broadus were the leading ladies, Mrs. Carrie Smith and Miss Mary Smith were soloists. The chorus and other parts were performed by Theodore Bryant, John Bryant, Milvin Smith, Miss Gayle Broadus, Alma Battle, Marie Scott and Mesdames Ida Byrd, Birdie Williams, Mamie Bryant and Maceo Berry and Idaook, Leonard Berry and Mamie M. E. Berry, rendered a solo by special request, Miss Marie Scott with Miss Verlin South as pianist also rendered a solo. Rev. W. H. Clark and her congregation are still rejoicing over their annual report for the year beginning Jan. 1 and ending Jan. 1 $1,100 was the entire amount raised last year. Several are planning to attend the Scott-Smith wedding at Quincy next Tuesday. The many friends of John Bland will be pained to learn that his condition is by no means encouraging. Henry Johnson, Mr. Dean and Mrs. Barnes remains much indisposed. Electa officers of chapter No. 17 for the ensuing years are as follows: Mrs. Cyrilda Craig, W. M.; Mrs. Katherine Ware, A. M.; Harry Ashby, W. P.; Mrs. Barrie Johnson, cond.; Mrs. Mary When in Sioux City A Good Place to stop is F. B. Brown First Class Hotel 711 W. SEVENTH ST. Sioux City, Ia. WHEN NEURALGIA ATTACKS NERVES A little, applied without rubbing, will be applied immediately, rest and potherly. Sloan's Liniment is very effective in allaying external paints, strains, bruises, aches, stiff joints, sore muscles, limbago, neuritis, sciatica, rheumatic twinges. Keep a big bottle always on hand for family use. Druggists everywhere. 35c, 70c, $1.40. Sloan's Liniment Keep II handy Ashby, A. Cond.; Mrs, Ollie Gross, treasurer; Mrs, Rita Ashby, secretary. The officers for the Self Culture club are as follows: Pres. Mrs, Naomi P. Fields, 1st Vice Mrs, Artrah Busch, Sec. Vice Mrs, Katherine Ware, Sec. Mrs, Pearl Johnson, Treasurer, Mrs, Mary Ashby, Critis, Mrs, Rita Ashby. CLINTON ITEMS. The last of the series of four sermons on the mountain railway was delivered by Rev. R. Thomas on Sunday evening Jan. 4 to a large congregation. The sermons have been the means of creating a great interest in church service. The attendance contest which was waged during the series was won by the Blues over the Pinks as a result according to prearrangement the defeated side will entertain the winners at a supper. Plans have been made for the event on Thursday evening, Jan. 15, which is looked forward to as a gala occasion, as the Pinks know how to do things. Mrs Holland Williams is entertaining her mother, Mrs. Edna Moreland of Chicago at her Third avenue home. Emancipation day was observed in an appropriate manner at Bethel A. M. E. church on Jan. 1 at 8 p. rp. A most entertaining program was rendered. Musical numbers being rendered by the Misses Isabelle Thompson and Elizabeth Stewart. The principal was given by the Mons. L. F. Sutton and the Mons. W. F. George F. Tucker and G. W. Slater, Jr. The emancipation proclamation was read by Mrs. Nora Easley. Invocation by Mr. A. W. Judon, chairman of the evening, A. A. Bush. The singing of the national anthem by the assemblage was one of the pleasing numbers of the program. Some of our young people were guests at an informal party new years in honor of the boys home for the holidays, at the home of Fred Slater on Barker ave. Our delinquent subserviers are slow in responding to the request to settle their obligations. Show the spirit that you wish to do by others, as you would help them unto you. Mrs. Anna Allen is reported on the sick list. Her many friends wish to see her out again soon. Fred and Henry Judon spent the hol-after the business sessions with refreshments. Several of our people are on the sick list being affected with severe colds. The Iowa Social club and ladies of the Twentieth Century club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Mitchell Monday evening on North Third street. Social hours were spent before and idays with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Judon. FAIRFIELD ITEMS. First quarterly meeting under the new presiding elder. Rev. T. B. Stovall proves an inspiration. He came with lots of pep and a vision for greater things. After a soul stirring sermon Sunday morning, Jan. 11. He took charge of the offering explaining to the people that he had been before he finished the people were so eager to co-operate with the system. The following walked forward and laid down $1 each as follows: L. P. Quinn, T. B. Crawford, Wm. Dabner, Mrs. Charles Alexander, Lee Owens, Mrs. L. P. Armistead, Mrs. L. Greupn, H. C. Stewart, Mrs. C. Gibbs, Rev. B. F. Hubbard, Mr. and Mrs. Charbers, 50; Mr. Geo. Colson, 50c; public offerings other wise, $4.30; total quarterly meeting alluring, $8.30. Total gathered from all sources during the quarter, $298.03. MACON ITEMS. The remains of Aunt Phillis Henderson, who died in Temple, Texas, was brought to Macon for burial. She lived there four years. Deceased was 70 years old. Mrs. Belle Jackson came with the remains of her mother. She returned to Texas Tuesday night. Mr. Cap Austin is doing real nicely. Mrs. Minnie Davis is visiting in Macon. Mrs. Carrie Campbell is visiting in the city. Miss Corine Wright will leave for St. Paul Saturday. Macon women club will meet at Mrs. Georgia Brown's Saturday, Jan. 17. Rev. J. W. L. Underwood preached two excellent sermons Sunday. The executive board of W. C. college will meet Jan. 20. HUNTSVILLE ITEMS (Last Week's Name) Mrs. Annie T. Manuel gave a dinner in honor of Mrs. Minnie Hobbs of Hannibal, Mo., and Mrs. Bertha Cooper of Macon, Mo. The Second Baptist church served dinner and supper Christmas day. At night a concert and Christmas tree were enjoyed. Those in charge were, Mrs. T. Saunders, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Watts, Mrs. Burnereur, Mr. I. Robinson and William Rucker. Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Taylor of Iowa accompanied by their two daughters and son from Illinois spent Christmas in the The Bystander city. Mrs. Minnie Hobba spent a week visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Hickens. Mrs. Bertha Cooper and children are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Williams. The K. of P. lodge gave a reception Wednesday night, Dec. 31. Miss Gouch of Salisbury and Miss Annie McManuel of Des Moines, Iowa visited her grandmother and aunt, Mrs. A. Manuel and Mrs. Buvender. Mr. Smith and son of Detroit, Mich. visited friends in Huntsville. Great plans were laid last week by the 'K. A. F. fellows, and we are sure the freshmen are sorry that we were not able to carry them out. Last Saturday night was set aside as a 'Indian' night, but we unfortunate hindrances were passing heavily indulgences. Quite a number of the fellows have been stifled by the power of illness, and were rendered absolutely unable to help themselves. But it is now indeed with great hope and unqualified anticipation that we say, they very much improve and will be more educational pursuits, the purpose for which they have come here.' The sick list: Mr. H. H. London, Mr. J. K. Titus, Mr. Fred Slater, Mr. Joseph Fulton, Mr. Ralph Jones, Mr. Curtis Bush and Mr. Morrison, memorializing the Delta Sigma Pi society sent to the sick a large box of fruit, which was one of the main things in bringing the ill to enjoy such a swift change. The fellows have already alleged that they miss so very much their visits that they grow the most resentment to believe that the D. S.'s want some K. A. P. visits too. Delta Sigma Theta's please be patient. The many friends of Mrs. A. W. Draine are, glad to know that she is about herself again. Mr. W. H. Saylor was called to Kansas City on the account of the illness of his sister. Those on the sick list are: Mesdames Mannio E. Moore, C. R. Waters, V. Olive Phillip B. Buckney G. Foe, Leon Loomis Dawson, Mollie South, Shanninghouse (Mrs. Holmes) mother) and Messrs. Ralph Reid, Carl Buckney, Claude Bland and his family, W. H. Jones and Miss Mary Smith. Mrs. George Jackson and Mr. James Byrd have gone to Honey Island, Miss, to visit their home folks. Mrs. Selby Johnson has received many congratulations on winning the first game. "How to Better the Bystander-Contest." Mrs. Amelia Handy and children have returned to Des Moines after an extended visit at the John Bland home. Mrs. Sarah Smith is able to be out again, also G. D. Foster. Mesdames Mann Bryant and Ida Bydwyn to Quincy, Tuesday night to attend the wedding of the former's sister. Miss Elizabeth Smith to Rev. Scott of Galesburg Ill. The series of meetings will start Wednesday, Jan. 21 with Bethel A. M. E. People, A Rev. Mr. Jeltz will be in charge. Rev. W. H. Clark is out of the city for en days. His wife is still at the beldise of her sister in Des Moines, K. W. C. C. C. C., r. and David Malone are yet indisposed. Mr. Gardener died at St. Joseph's hospital and was buried Tuesday. The first leap year entertainment of the ladies of wisdom temple and sister of the mysterious temple at the Masonic hall, Thursday, Jan. 29 promises to be a great affair. Great credit is due the public in general for the interest manifested in the wives of Rev. Fell Moore and Waters, who are sick at present and especially Mrs. Fell Moore, and are pneumonia. Both are improving nicely the crisis seemingly has passed with the former. Mesdames Addie Hedge and Mary Bunnell are indisposed at this writing. (By Miss Mary F. Davis). Mr. Shackelford was in Albia this week canvassing. Mr. Pearl Thomas sang at the United Bredford on Sunday evening. The Sewing Circle club met at the home of Mrs. Geo. Hollingsworth on Monday afternoon. The hostess served. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Butler, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Washington, Mr. Laura Butler and Miss White were Hiteman visitors at Mrs. Randolph's on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Washington celebrated their twenty-fifth anniversary of marriage on Friday, Jan. 16 at their home, and Miss White was Hiteman visitors at Mrs. Randolph's on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Washington prevented some from attending. Visitors from Ottumwa were Mrs. Bradshaw and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Mos; from Hiteman, Mrs. Randolph and her sister, Mrs. Boal from Waterloo, Miss Lewis and her two brothers, Mr. Lewis Hiteman. Presents: A set of silver tea spoons, two berry silver spoons, and a silver sugar bowl several pieces of Mrs. Boal's Silver Server by hostess in Catherian style. Many are sick in Albia from colds, laig and hooping cough. Almost from one to two in every family. Have Soft STRAIGHT HAIR HEROLIN POMADE HAIR DRESSING FOR WOMEN AND MEN WITH A HEAVY DRESSING FOR A LONG TIME HEROLIN You Can Have Long, Straight Soft, Lustrous, Beautiful Hair By Using Pomade Hair Dressing Stops Falling Hair, removes Dandruff, long, scaly. Try a big bag today. Sold by dring stores or sent by AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write for Particulars HENOIR CO., ATLANTA, GA. KAPPA ALPHA PSI IOWA CITY IOWA. KEOKUK ITEMS. ALBIA ITEMS Henry Bennett is suffering with rheumatism. William Crump returned Thursday evening to Davenport after several days in the city attending to business and social affairs. Miss Tresola Taylor left Saturday morning for Des Moines where she has accepted employment. James Smith received a telegram Friday stating the death of his sister, Mrs. Ed. T. Mills of Buxton. He left Saturday morning for that place. Mrs. Alonza 'Adams and' children of Des Moines are guests in the W. W. Henderson. Mrs. E. E. Jones is home from Chicago, Burlington and Ottumwa, where she was visiting relatives. The grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Franklin are victims of hooping cough, also Miss Roberta. Mrs. Abram Stewart is expected her sister, Miss Lizzie Adams for a ten days stay and Mrs. D. W. Brown are entertaining their daughters, Mrs. Patterson and Miss Minnie Brown and their granddaughter, Miss Patterson. M.T. PLEASANT ITEMS. Mr. Dennis Page has returned to the city from Des Moines. Rev. and Mrs. Hubbard and two sons, Lloyd and Louie of Fairfield were in the city Saturday to attend the game supper given by the B. A. & K. D. clubs. Mrs. Ed. Reeser is on the sick list this week. Miss Robert Anderson is better. Miss Viola Harms is nursing a pet boil on her chin. A game supper consisting of eoon, opossum and chicken was given by B. A. & K. D. clubs at the A. M. E. church last Saturday evening. The supper was well attended especially by our white frends. It was a success social and financially. A neat sum of $42.30 was We were glad to observe that Mr. Eugene Bailey of Ottumwa, who is here attending college, was one of the thirty-six picked voices that composed the vespere choir that gave a recital at college. It was a delightful musical program. The annual meeting of the Y. M. C. A. was held on the 15. The following men were elected to the board of directors: C. G. Southall, Thomas Lighon and J. F. Baker. The program for 1920 was submitted by general secretary, W. L. Hutcherson. The associator is looking forward to a year of great activity and achievements. Dr. E. A. Carter, M. D., Ph. B., who has been the local physician and surgeon of the C. & N. W. railway and the consolidated coal company for eleven years is moving to Detroit, where he has bought a home and expects to practice. Mrs. E. T. Miller, one of the much respected and pioneer citizens of Buxton, died Jan. 16, at her home on East Third street. She leaves a husband, three sons, two daughters, one brother and one sister. Mr. and Mrs. Everett Clay was called here by the death of the latter's mother. Mr. Ben Butler of Canada and Sal Butler of Dubuque, Iowa, (brothers) are visiting friends in Roew Island. Their friends are always glad to see them. Sal Butler, the star athlete of Dequigui college, is taking a post-graduation this year will probably be his last year at school. Mr. Butler has a bright future before him. Mrs. Norris of 1311 Thirty-sixth street, Rock Island enjoyed the visit of her sister, Miss Mary Cycle of Toledo. Ohio. She was much surprised to find her brother-in-law ill by an accident occurred while at his daily occupation. Mr. Norris is a dining car waiter. They are having revival services at Wayne A. M. B. church Alcommercial last week. They are having good services every night. All are invited to come out and give the devil a run for his life. On Friday Mrs. J. Strother, 1419 Five and one-half avenue entertained Miss Mary Cycle of Toledo, Ohio, at dinner. Miss Cycle is an old schoolmate of Mrs. Strother. Both were delighted that they had met again in life. The honored guest was Mr. and Mrs. H. Baker, Davenport; Mr. and Mrs. Brown, Davenport; Mrs. Norris, Rock Island. The table was beautifully decorated with flowers. The dinner was delicious and many compliments were passed on Mrs Strother for her hospitality. The evening was spent in games and social conversation. Mrs. H. Baker is all a happy new year and demanded a lunch once in Toledo, Ohio, Saturday morning. Mrs. D. G. Patterson has been on the sick list for the past few days, but is feeling better now. Under the pastorship of Rev. S. H. Gibson, the Second Baptist church has grown from fifty-six members to nearly a hundred and fifty. Raising over two thousand dollars in the past year. Most all young people. We love his motto, "Work." The church needs some repairing and they are taking hold of the work like old members. Rock will soon enjoy good seats and carpet on the floor. Let all pull together. Mr. G. T. Crayton, a visitor of our city is contemplating of staying and making Rock Island his home. He is a Christian young man and so will connect his membership with the church. Mr. N. Tolbert has returned to the city. He was a member of the Second Baptist church before going to Europe in the war. Mr. Tolbert was glad to see old friends and the young people taking such an interest in the Lord. He young man and saves "he is back, and they work in the church for Christ." Bro. Tolberti God loves faithfulness. Rev. Gibson gave a grand lecture to a crowded house in East Moline. Subject, "Thrift." At the Y. M. C. A. under the auspices of the Buvy Bee club a grand program was rendered. Miss Morene Anson of Rock Island played for the occasion. Miss Jennie Rice ssn. Others from Rossek Island: D. G. Patterson, Coleman. Refreshments were served free to all. We wish the club a success. BUXTON ITEMS. GALESBURG ITEMS At the suggestion of Mrs. Ashford and Mrs. John Howes the colored citizens of Bedford planned and served a four-course dinner at the home of Miss Lulu Franklin in west Bedford on the evening of Jan. 5. Every colored family was there with a well filled basket and enjoyed such a pleasant evening it was decided to make an annual fair. It was the greatest social gathering of Bedford ever seen. Mr. G. W. Luces is visiting in Buxton. The state missionary, Rev. T. J. Mott spent Sunday, Jan. 12 with us and delivered two soul-stirring sermons, which greatly revived and encouraged the church. The church, though small, has renewed allegiance with the Almity and with fresh vows started the new year. Mrs. John Howe, who has been on the sick list, is able to be put again. Mr. and Mrs. Thus. Mozzee are moving to St. Joseph this week. They are expecting to make that their future home. We are indeed sorry to lose them. Mrs. Jennie Ashford and daughter, Mrs. Faye spent the week with friends, writing in Clarinda. They report Mrs. Carrie Roberts an excellent entertainer. They also attended the revival at the Second Baptist church, MOBERLY ITEMS. We are very sorry to chronicle the sad death of Mr. William Smith, who died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. M. Etta Bolden, Friday, Jan. 16 at 6:30. The funeral was held from the A. M. e. church Sunday, Jan. 18, of which a number of sorrowing friends attended the funeral. He was laid to rest in Oakland cemetery. Sleep on those peaceful soul, sleep on. Mrs. Nancie Porter is still on the sick list at this writing. Mrs. Lovel Vile is up and able to be cut again after a few week's sickness. Mrs. Daisy Well has returned home after a pleasant visit in Jacksonville with relatives. Mrs. Katie Block was elected delegate to the annual conference which will be held in St. Louis, April 7. The Calander club had a leap year supper Friday night, last. Quite a crowd attended it. It was a great success. The Calander club of the Second Baptist Church is up and doing. President Miss Outa Carr. You who have news please call 668-W and the reporter will be glad to have all news of the city. Mrs. G. W. Cross was called to Lexington through the illness of her mother who is very sick at that place The Second Baptist church is making preparations to rebuild their church which was destroyed by fire in October. The Ladies aid of the Franklin St. A. M. E. church is preparing to give a leap year party Jan. 30 at the residence of Mrs. and Mrs. A. C. Block. Miss Jennie Algy, who had the misfortune to fall and break her ankle is much better than this writing. Mrs. Bettie Johnson of St. Louis is here attending the funeral of her father also Prof. Joe Johnson and child. Quite a few were over from Huntsville attending the funeral Sunday. Mrs. Maude Tymony, who has been very sick at her home on West Lee street is some better at this writing. Prof. Johnnie Smith is in the city. He was called here by the death of his father. Mr. William Smith. SALISBURY, MO., ITEMS. Rev. M, J. Smith preached two elegant sermons Sunday morning and evening. Sunday was quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church. Mrs. Lizzie Bailey, Celia Gooch, Sadie Walls and Miss Annie Brummall attended the funeral of Mrs. Lucy Ellington in Kansas City, Md. Mr. John Wesley Jones of Kansas City, Kan., was in the city Sunday, the guest of Miss Lizzie Myrtle Harvey, Mrs. Leona McHarg was a Mobberly shopper Wednesday. Mrs. Mamie Paige of Brunswick, Mo., was the guest of her sister, Miss B. F. McAdams over Saturday and Sunday. There was quite a few from here attended the funeral of Mr. Andrew Jackson of Forest Green, Mo. T. Resee, who was visiting his cousin Franklin Dewey, returned to his home in Sharon Springs, Kan., Saturday Rev. Raphel Hancock has started out doing his work of mission. Mrs. Louise Hancock and children have gone to Atchison, Kan., to spend the rest on the winter with her parents. H. G. W. Basshaw is still on the road to recovery. Mr. Morris Ellington of Orrick, Mo., was the guest. Miss Irene White from Friday until Monday. Mr. Jake Brummall stopped off for a few hours en route to Kansas City, Mo. PARIS ITEMS Mr. and Mrs. Leavitt Jowell of Galesburg, Ill., have a newcomer, who arrived Jan. 8. We desire all the correspondents of the Bystander to enter a two day's convention to meet in Davenport, Iowa, or Moberly, Mo., some time in July or August. There would be a program of speeches, songs and essays. What do you news reporters of Iowa, Illinois and Missouri think about the proposition? Write me what you think about it. Prof. Leon Donaldson left Sunday for Hastings, Neb., where he will play in a moving picture show at a salary of $30 per week. His family will poin him later. Mrs. Mande DLonaldson has returned home from a pleasant visit with her mother, Mrs. Nan Smith of Greggsville, Ill. Rev. Laws, pastor of the Second Baptist church, prescheduled a good sermon Sunday night. His text was frob Hebrew 12 chapter and 14 verse. His theme was "Peace." Mr. Roxie Kipper and Miss Emma Crow were married Monday night, Jan. 12. It was a very pretty wedding. It is rumored that Madnessa Butler was married in Jan. 12. Mr. Billy Tutt, formerly of Paris, died Monday Jan. 13 at his home in Quincy, Ill. He was the son of Rev. J. W. Tutt. Prof. Geo. A. Donaldson collected 275 eggs from twenty-five white leghorn bens from November to Jan. 29. Mrs. Annie Butler and little Georgia Read are visiting Mrs. Lulu Sharp of Hunnowell, Mo. Mr. Roger Batsell of Paris and Miss Reulah Curtwright of Holiday, Mo., were married this week. The country club had a pleasant time at the last meeting. Games were played and refreshments were served. A number of Paris folks went to Madison, Mo., to attend the show given by Charles and L. Dickerson of Palmyra, Mo., which is being held by the pastor, Rev. J. H. Reynolds and missionary, F. J. Nott. Mr. John Franklin, who has been spending a few days in Gravity returned to his home in Bedford last week. BARTLETT AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL NOTES Prof. J. W. Butler and Master Wm. Bruce at left Monday for Columbia, Mo. Principal N. C. Bruce left Saturday for Jefferson City, where he was asked to appear before the state board of agriculture, which was the first time that a Negro has been hired to appear that body. Prof. Bruce gave a brief outline of our needs and the great work done among our Missouri farmers and also at our institution. He was thanked by the board and promised help. Prof. Cobb and family were the guests at dinner Sunday at the home of Prof. and Mrs. J. W. Butler. Miss H. K. Patrick, director of H. H. economics for Missouri made an excellent address at the Mt. Zion Baptist church Sunday afternoon. The boys of the Athletic association are planning to give an entertainment soon so as to raise funds to help purchase suits and other athletic equipment. Velyn Chapman and Lillian Christopher were Keytesville visitors Saturday. The thirteenth annual farmers conference will be held here from Feb. 11 to 13. A large delegation is expected. OTTUMWA ITEMS Sunday was stewardess day at Mt. Zion. Two inspiring sermons were preached by the pastor, Rev. E. R. Edwards. The Allen Christian endeavor had a very interesting service. Subject, "My Best Psalm and Why." After the lesson an interesting program was rendered. Ottumwa's Allen C. E. proud to know the time of the elderly's arrival in our city, Ottumwa's Allen C. E. had the best quarterly report. Mrs. C. W. Washington of Albia celebrated their twenty-fifth anniversary Jan. 16. The guests from Ottumwa were Mr. and Mrs. R. Moss, Mrs. J. B. Bradshaw and Mrs. Agnes Linn. Mrs. Bessie Thompson the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Bradshaw is visiting her son, Mr. Harold Austin. The "Alfra Lambda Sigma" which was recently organized the following day, Lydia Harlan, presidiate; Miss Lavara Wilson, secretary; Miss Gladys Strother, treasurer, met at the home of Miss Ida Davis Tuesday. Light refreshments were served. Mr. Jordan Harlan of Nogales, Arl. Co. M. Twenty-fifth infantry is visiting his wife at the home of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. James Robinson. Mr. William Rheinhart has been some what indisposed for the past week. Mr. George Lewis is on the sick list for the past week. Mr. unt and Mr. Harry Owens, the energetic trustees, are busy raising money to plaster the church. Mr. Jas. Earl has the contract. Sunday was stewardess day. Mrs. Weeks, the chairman of the board, knocks to help. The services were well attended Sunday. The Sunday school is taking on new life under Mrs. Jemmia Owens, the superintendent. ORIGINAL NOTICE In the District Court of the State of Iowa, in and Polk county, March term, A.D. 1930 Fannio Wyatt, Defendant. 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