Iowa State Bystander

THE BYSTANDFR Statements of Principles Advocated by HON. H. M. HAVNER I am an active candidate for the republican nomination for governor at the primaries next June. I base my candidacy upon certain definite principles which I expect to advocate during the campaign and to carry out during my administration, so far as I am able, if elected. First among these is giving the people of Iowa a businesslike administration of their affairs. I am opposed to the trafficking of political offices to pay political debts, or the use of a public position to build up a personal political machine. Efficiency should be the basis of appointment to public office. There should be a fearless enforcement of the laws. This is particularly important during the present nationwide unrest, characterized by a general tendency to ignore the statutes and the growth of a spirit of lawlessness. There should be no leniency in Iowa toward radical organizations having as their aim the overthrow of our present form of government, and whenever our present statutes are to be detached with this menace, they would be strengthened. The I. W. and kindred organizations have no place in a democratic land and should be stamped out. For the organized strike or lockout, which breed discord and lawlessness, I would substitute a fair and impartial plan of arbitration, compulsory in all cases where public utilities or public necessities are effected. The right of labor to organize for its own protection should be recognized without dispute, and labor, as well as capital, should be asked, and if necessary, compelled to recognize its duty toward the public as whole. The women of Iowa should be extended full suffrage at the earliest possible date and given every encouragement assistance in entering into full participation in the political life of the state. I am opposed to an expensive and elaborate military establishment, or a large standing army, but favor the maintenance of our national defense through a well supported national guard or similar organization, free from the handicap of a militaristic autocracy. To those men and women who answered the call of their country in the late world conflict, and to the veterans of other wars, I offer my full co-operation in their active participation in public affairs believing that the qualities which they so gloriously displayed in time of battle are no less valuable to the state and nation in time of peace. I recognize no divided nationality in Iowa, and deplore any prejudices which may have arisen upon grounds of prior nationality or foreign descent. All loyal citizens are Americans, and the only distinction to be made should be based upon devotion to American institutions. For those who forget their responsibilities as Americans I have no sympathy, and the full strength of the laws of the state and nation should be invoked against them. I recognize no faction, no political clique, and uphold the republicanism of Lincoln, Grant, McKinley and Roosevelt. Nationally, I believe that the time is ripe for the republicans to again assume control, based upon the better fitness of the leaders of that party to administer, public affairs and I pledge my full support to the national candidates of the party in 1920. I feel that the governorship is not a political favor which the people of the state should bestow upon any man to greatly his own personal ambition. If I am chosen governor of Iowa, I ask that the choice be made because the principles I advocate and for which I stand are sound and will be of value to the state, and because I am deemed capable of putting them into execution. I ask the support of the citizens of Iowa in my candidacy, and the active support of all upholders of good government. Col. Ernest R. Bennett Subject to Republican Primary, June 7th Boost Pay and read The Bystander XXVI No. 49 Statements of Princ HON. H. M. TO THE PEOPLE OF IOWA: I am an active candidate for the race the primaries next June. I base my choice which I expect to advocate during the day administration, so far as I am able, if able. First among these is giving the petition of their affairs. I am opposed to the political debts, or the use of a public power machine. Efficiency should be the basis. There should be a fearless enforcement important during the present nationwide tendency to ignore the statutes and the There should be no leniency in Iowa to their aim the overthrow of our present present statutes are inadequate to be strengthened. The I. W. W. and kind democratic land and should be stamped out. For the organized strike or lockout, would substitute a fair and impartial process where public utilities or public labor to organize for its own protection and labor, as well as capital, should be recognized its duty toward the public as the Women of Iowa should be extended date and given every encouragement as a pation in the political life of the state. I am opposed to an expensive and a large standing army, but favor the maine a well supported national guard or similar cap of a militaristic autocracy. To those call of their country in the late world wars, I offer my full co-operation in their believing that the qualities which they still are no less valuable to the state and I recognize no divided nationality which may have arisen upon grounds of All loyal citizens are Americans, and the be based upon devotion to American insurrections as Americans I have no the laws of the state and nation should be I recognize no faction, no political of Lincoln, Grant, McKinley and Roosevelt is ripe for the republicans to again fitness of the leaders of that party to a my full support to the national candidate I feel that the governorship is not a state should bestow upon any man to give I am chosen governor of Iowa, I ask that ciples I advocate and for which I stand state, and because I am deemed capable. I ask the support of the citizens of support of all upholders of good government. PETER H. HARRIS Subject to Republican CANDIDATE FOR THE Republican Nomination as GOVERNOR of Iowa Before The Primaries of June 1920 BEATS JIM CROW LAW; GETS $537 VERDICT Savannah, Ga., May 28.—Claiming that she had been "humiliated, embarrassed and mortified" last July when the conductor of an E. & W. car instructed her to take a seat toward the rear of the car, in the compartment alloted for her race, Miss Genovieve Lowe, a teacher in the Cuyler school, brought suit for damages against the Savannah Electric company and was awarded $537. Miss Lowe stated that when she failed to obey the conductor's orders he stopped the car, called a policeman and had her arrested. The case was heard in Judge Dave Freeman's court. EX-CONSUL MAXWELL DIES ACTER A LONG ILNES AFTER A LONG ILLNESS Xenia, Ohio, May 28.—Campbell H Maxwell, consul to Santo Domingo dur ing the administration of the late pres ident Harrison and for years a mem ber of the Green county bar, died a his home 35 North Monroe street. He death followed a long illness. He was appointed American consu to Santo Domingo by President Harr son, and with his family moved to that island. He held the office for four years until his retirement under the administration of the late Presi dent Cleveland. After his retirement he returned to Xenia, where he engaged in the practice of law. He was born at Edgefield, Ohio, and received his education in Xenia city schools and from Wilberforce university. FORMER HAITIAN MINISTER LEAKES, WIDOW $15 LEAVES WIDOW $150,006 Philadelphia, Pa., May 28.—The will of John Stephens Durham, former Philadelphian, who died in London, England, Oct. 46 last, was admitt to probate recently. Mrs. Constance McKenzie Durham, his widow, who resides in this city, is named sole beneficiary. The estate is valued at $150,006. Durham after engaging in newspaper work for several years, entered diplomatic service. He was consul to San Domingo in 1890, and later was made U. S. minister to Haiti by the late rPresident Harrison. He was also the first membler of his race to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania, where he obtained a bachelor of science degree in 1866. PRINTED ON WRAPPING PAPER Topeka, Kansas, May 27.—Due to the shortage of newsprint the Topeka Plain Dealer appeared last week printed on heavy wrapping paper. INDIANAPOLIS PAPER REDUCES Indianapolis, Ind., May 27.—The Indianapolis Freeman appeared last week reduced to magazine size. The reduction was due to the shortage of newsprint paper. LINCOLN WHIPS HOWARD IN TIMELY D ATLANTIC Sity, N. J., May 28- In a debate on the mission of Resolved, the compass arbitration of cultural trial disputes should become a national policy,' Lincoln university defending the negative, defeated Howard university, the affirmative. The debate was held at Ashbury M. E. church, this city, and was under the auspices of the Artic avenue Y. M. C. A., C. M. Cain, secretary. The virtidet was unanimous in favor of the Lincoln team. MEMPHIS BANKS HAVE $2,000,000 New Directory Shows That City Has Eighty-two Grocery Stores, Memphis, Tenn., May 20.—A new directory published by Dr. W. H. Wright of this city shows that colored people have two million dollars in colored banks and own $8,000,000 worth of property in the city. According to the directory there are twenty-eight colored dentists, eighty-nine physicists, seventeen lawyers, eight drug stores, four jewelers, 107 churches, sixty-six of which are Baptist, eighty-seven barber shops, two candy manufacturers, fourteen undertakers, seventy-six sailors, sixty-six dressmakers, 130 restaurants, twenty music teachers, twelve taxi stands and four newspapers. Out numbering all kinds of business the hairdressers have 210 establishments. DUBOIS WINS SPINGARN MEDAL Award To Be Made Next Tuesday In Atlanta, Georgia New York, May 25—The Spingarn medal was awarded to W. E. B. DuBois for the most distinguished service renacred to the colored race during the year 1919 by a colored American, to wit—the founding and calling together on February 19, 20 and 21, 1919, in Paris, France, of the First Pan-African congress—and for his share in the drafting of the wise and statesmanlike code of laws laid down by that congress for the government and development of the Negroes of the earth. The Spingran medal committees in this congress a service to all the active world, colored and white, an believers that it contains in it the germ of an organization which may be of incalculable value in the development of the new order of society. The committee that awarded the medal was composed of Bishop John Hurst, chairman ex-President Taft, Mr. John Hope, Dr. James Dillard and Mr. Oswald G. Villard. Dr. DuBois is internationally known as the editor of the Crisis magazine, official organ of the N. A. A. C. P. and is the author of many books, among them 'Darkwater,' which created a sensation last month in the reading world. He is fifty-two years of age and is a graduate of Fish and Harvard universities. Could not obtain May 28 TEMPORARY INJUNCTION First step in the Dorothy Quail segregation real estate won by Thompson & Woodson. On last Saturday in Judge DeGraff's court the first legal battle was staged in the important real estate segregation case known as Arch I. Madden vs. Dorothy Quail et al. In which the plaintiff attempts to anual a contract for the sale of property purely upon the ground that the defendant is a Negro girl or of African decent. The plaintiff also filed a temporary injunction restraining the defendant to go upon, take hold or collect or use said property at as owner. So on last Saturday the defendants having previously filed a motion to quash the writ and dissolve the injunction. The defendants had a written brief supporting their motion to quash which was ably presented by Hon. Geo. H. Woodson. After both sides had presented their arguments the judge sustained the motion and ordered the possession of this property back into the hands of Dorothy Quail (who recently married and is now known as Dorothy Gross). This is a great victory won in the first step of this great case. Thompson and Woodson have now filed their answer to the main petition and the great battle will soon be staged. The colored people of Polk county and of Iowa ought to be proud in the way that these lawyers have managed this case. POLITICS. Chicago, IL, June 4,—"Lily Whitism" has made its official pre-convention bow in Chicago and the city standing politically agast at the spectacle. Old timers call it a "sorry sight" others more temperate in speech declare it "an impudent assumption of political authority" that cannot but give a freshened impetus to whatever temper of radicalism has, undoubtedly, began to show its fangs among the younger element of the Negro vote." No one here has been able to put his hand on the fuller significance of this latter declaration. One thing is certain, however, dissatisfaction is being openly expressed by colored men who heretofore have been willing to swallow anything that was rammed down their political throats if it bore the stamp "Republican." FRANK HITCHCOCK SCORED. FRANK HITCHCOCK SCORED. Frank Hitchcock is being soundly scored on all sides. He is said to be the arch-conspirator in a plan which aims to eliminate the southern Negro voter as a directing influence in the councils of the party south of the Ohio river, Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi and Texas are said to be the fields to which he has been giving special attention and where his partner brand of political campaign with "sifter" and far-reaching results. His action is said to have been determined by the discovery that the old time "nigger delegate" isa bird that has flown to the swamps. The jingle of the silver dollars has lost its magic power and, upon the refusal of the "bird" to listen to its siren shimmerings, Mr. Hitchcock lost his temper, called the creature a d——buzzard and then hide himself over, bag and baggage, to the camps of the "illy whites." "Small loss," chimmed the "birds," "he was double crossing the Wood people, anyway." 118 CONTESTS 118 contests are to be decided before the big convention gets under way. This is the number that were filed with the national committee last week. The list includes the Arkansas four at large; the entire delegation of eight from Florida; fourteen of the seventeen from Georgia; Louisiana's entire delegation of twelve; two from the tenth district of Minnesota; the entire twelve from Mississippi; two from the fourth district of Missouri; six district delegates from Oklahoma; the entire delegation of eleven from South Carolina; two delegates from the sixth district of Tennessee; the four delegates at large and two from the eight district of Virginia; three sets contesting for two seats for the district of Columbia; the entire delegation of fourteen from Alabama; and the twenty-three from Texas are among the contests to be passed upon. Ninety-nine split votes will also come under scrutiny of the committee. The advance guard of the delegates are beginning to arrive. Perry W. Howard was among the first to appear. The doughty Mississippi starred the turf flying right off the reel. He made no concealment of his intentions to make it uncomfortable for all and any who questioned his claims to represent hi state in the convention. There is no pussyfooting and no whispering in the character of the campaign Howard is waging and it is believed he will win his fight. Bob Church from Memphis urbane and gracious as usual is also upon the scene full arrayed in fighting togs to the latest cut. He says but little yet, whenever his contest is mentioned, there comes a momentary flare of indignation to his handsome face which augurs ill for his enemies. Dr. Ferguson and the rest of the Virginia men came to town Saturday eager for the scap and they were closely followed by the South Carolina "Black and Tans" equally eager for the fray. Henry Lineol Johnson and Ben. himself, got here Tuesday, took off their coats rolled up their shirt sleeves and calmly announced "We are here." By the end of the week the city will be full of fighting delegations and contests will then be the order of the day until the convention starts. MISSOURI WILL BE HEARD FROM Bill Hueston, Bill of Kansas City, came to town last Friday. The news he brought from the state that contains St. Louis and other points of interest set the wiseneres to wagging their heads. For all that might be otherwise known Missouri may be the first commonwealth in the north to be represented in congress by a Negro. At least the fight is on and the district threatened with the innovation is the 'Dyer District' of St. Louis. Of M. JOHN F. DEEMS Is Our Candidate For Governor Republican Primaries June 7th, 1920 BEN WOOLGAR Continued on page 3 course this bit of news has little to do with the stress of things in Chicago at this time, and yet it is a ripple that may be the forerunner of a political torm that would startle the entire country if it got under headway. Dr. J. A. R. Crossland, of St. Joe will sit on the Missouri delegation as a delegate at large. PRESIDENTIAL PREDICTIONS. Leonard Wood still holds first place in the predictions of the knowing ones Frank Lownies lie far back in the con- GUY E. CLIFT M.D. For CORONER YOUR VOTE WILL BE APPRECIATED [Name] The Best advertising medium to reach colore people in the west Price Five Cents T. DEEMS vernor es June 7th, 1920 PASS STATE BAR EXAM. Mr. Howard Drew and Mr. Charles P. Howard both of the Drake university law school and Mr. John Redmon of the Howard university law school and who is at present located at Sioux City In., passed the state bar examination Thursday morning and were duly admitted as attorneys by the supreme court of Iowa at the state capitol. Both Mr. Drew and Mr. Howard have been prominent in Drake university athletics for several years. Mr. Drew holds the world's record as a spinner and Mr. Howard has won letters as a football, baseball and track man. EASTERN STAR TO HOLD THE grand session of the O. E. S. of Iowa and jurisdiction will convene in Oziel chapter No. 9 and Princess Zorah chapter No. 10 as hostesses. The sessions will be held in our Circle ball and this city June 8-9-10 with Princess Mrs. Sue M. Brown, grand matron will preside. GREGATIONAL CHURCH Mr. John Coleman ..... Piano Selection Mr. Harry Shaw ..... Cello Mr. Malcolm Griffith ..... Piano Selection Dr. Linford R. Willis ..... Clarinet Male Quartet Messrs Knox, Shelton, Mason and Blagburn. Address ..... "Americanization" Dr. A. E. Liles pastor of Union Congregational church. OOLGAR epublican Candidate For SHERIFF OF Polk County I am resting on my record as a Police Commissioner for the past four years. Your vote will be appreciated at the Republican primaries June7th. 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. MERALD E. MASH Managing Editor Display, per inch .....10 Reading Notices, per line .....10 Contract rates given upon applications. All Advertisements paid for in advance. Weekly news letters must be received not later than Wednesday of each week. ```markdown ``` THE NEGRO'S GIFT TQ MUSIC. (By Laurence C. Jones.) (By Laurette) One of the most interesting facts in the world is that the greatest things in the world have come from little things. The greatest sculpture that the world knows anything about came from the little country of Greece. The greatest damaera ever produced in the world came from the immortal Shakespeare, when England was not the British Empire upon which the "sun never sets," but when its was just a little tiny country that we love to think of as "Merry England." The greatest music of the German nation did not come from the German Empire, but what was then a little separate German state of kingdom. Many of the great laws of today came down from that time when Rome although it was thought itself the entire world, was the little part of the world. The steam engine, the telephone, and the telegraph were not present in the days when our own United States has become a world power, but back in the early days when we were but a little group of people, and when it was time for the Christ come, it was not in the greatest country nor the greatest people of that day but in a little country just a little group of people in comparison with the world, that He came to earth. And so we could go on and on and trace many, many other great things of the world to their origin, and find that these things came from the small countries and small people and more often the humble people of the world. Melodies Of Peasants. How few people when they are sitting charmed with wonderfully beautiful music of some grand opera, realize that the basic of that greatest of all music was from the simple melodies of the peasant people—the humble people of the country. The real music of every nation is built from the folk songs; no matter how high nor how classic, the basic bars are from the humble homely songs of the peasants. From just a simple motive a great opera is written; that is just a few bars from some quaint old folk song furnishes the basic element upon which the splendid music of the grand opera is built; this motive and few bars made the main thought and character of the entire play. In the German, Wagner built all his wonderful music from the simple folk songs. Tanhauer probably his greatest ode; is built upon a simple old Hungarianody; the motive of the whole opera is from the quaint old folk song "Is now done home I with rapture behold Tree." Much Italian music is based upon the simple old Italian love songs—the songs of the gondoliers, Littzz Hungarian, Rhapsodies are built entirely upon the old Hungarian folk songs. The French writers reached out and used the folk songs of other nations, as well as their own, (that is they were ingenious and took every thing that they could get from the folk songs of other nations) and worked the themes into very artistic productions. Always From Simple Life. Always From Simple Life. Not only is it true that the greatest music in the world is based upon the music of the folk songs, but the great paintings of the world are of subjects from simple life of the peasant's peasant Rembrandt's great figure of the peasants and the life of wonderful in mother instinct and anxiety that we the cow's mother eyes, in the worth of literature there is nothing that surpasses Bunyun's Pilgrims Progress; its greatness is its simplicity Dovak the great Bohemian composer has built wonderful music upon the simple Negro melodies or songs of the Negro peasants of the South. One of his greatest productions is the "Humoresque" based upon "The Suwance River." His "New World Sympony" has for its basic elements the old Negro melodies. Indeed the humble life of the American Negro is recorded in folk songs and it is the only source upon which America can build a real distinctly American music uninfluenced by that of any other country or school. Music built upon these melodies will be the only distinct national music that we can have which we can call thoroughly American. It is not influenced by European art in any way, and from the Negro can come the only real American music. The two basic motives of the whole Negro melodies are the religious and the sensual. The melody "Deep River" has a wonderful motive with it for a great religious opera; a Wagner of a Beethoven could take a few bars of "Deep River" and build a wonderful opera. Indeed these wonderful old plantation melodies that have come out of the heart and mind of the slaves of long ago are a real and great contribution to our own America. Treasurers of Negro Folk Songs. It is chiefly through foreigners that Americans have been shown the rich treasure of this Negro folk music. It remains fora native American to develop this vein of precious ore. And who should so fully enter into that great work for American art as those native Americans of African descent 20TH CENTURY SILVERROID WATCH $3.25 This 1920 model Men's or Boys watch has an Art Deco design with a silver polished din model case, open face, steel wind and set, position adjustment. This is a real time watch not to be a clock or rebuilt movement. $3.25 C. O. D. A written guarantee with every watch. Present given with each watch and present is yours. We refund your money if not satisfied. CONSOLIDATED WATCH CO., Dept. 90, 160 N. Welles St., Chicago among whom this folk music has taken its form. Here is a great opportunity for the Negro. To make use of it he must become a trained musician skilled in harmony and in orchestration and in all forms of musical compositions. Theymuststudy ylacemomenesojalon. They must study harmony because it is the first step which teaches what notes chords harmonize with other combinations and the compass and the possibility of instruments. The study of orchestration will teach them the putting of the whole together in one grand symphony. Then there are special form that will need special study such as “Fugue” which means to follow for instance in Rossini's Stabat Mater” where the bass and tenor follow one another. Then the Negro composer may build out of his crude materials, forms of beauty and significance for himself, for America, and for the world—Jackson. Miss., Daily News. THE OUTLOOK IN NEGRO EDUCATION What should be the aim of the education of the Negro? Obviously, first oval, the student should be fitted to make a definite contribution to the life of the community to which he is to go. Evidently he can do this only if his individual powers are developed to their highest point. In Negro schools, accordingly we ask for recognition of the fact that all individuals are not alike, and for courses of study which will enable each student to be of most service to his fellow-men. Whatever might be the special field, the training should be absolutely thorough. We would rather see a boy plane a board correctly than have him work a problem in trigonometry incorrectly; and on the other hand we would rather see a student construe Homer with precision than keep a dairy that is not perfectly clean. Finally let us remember the peculiar problems of those whom we educate. No real attainment can be made by any race or nation without a wholesome basis of self-respect nor can the Negro advance to the greatest heights so long as his ideals are wholly those of another people, however cordial or friendly. I believe in the study of Nrgo history, in the preservation of Negro music, and in the cultivation of ...egro art. Teach our boys something of the struggles of Booker Washington and Paul Dunbar, of the heroism of Crispus Attuckes and Sojourner Truth and Harriet Tubman, of the greatness of Toussaint L'Ouverture, and a new vision will come into their lives a new hope into their eyes. GOSE FOR STATE AUDITOR. "DESERVES PROMOTION" Gate City (Keokau): Erik W. Sose, Gate of Greene county, at present deputy auditor of state, will be a candidate for nomination for state auditor in the republican primaries next June. Mr. Gose has been deputy state auditor since 1915. Before that he was county auditor in Greene county for eight years. So it would seem that his training has been such as to fit him for the job he seeks. A good workman in one department deserves promotion to higher position in the same line of work, and this fact should be recognized by republican voters when they enter the polling room next primary day. It will be of interest to the colored voters throughout the city and state to know that Mr. Gose is a member and a strong advocate of the Des Moines branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored people and has been for several years. He has taken his stand for us so let us be loyal to those who have our interests at heart. He has the strong endorsement of Hon. Frank S. Shaw the outgoing state auditor. To missionary societies throughout Des Moines district, greetings: This comes to say that our annual district meeting will convene in Bethel A. M. E. church this city from June 22 to 25, 1920. This will be one of the most interesting sessions of our history. Our new presiding elder, Rev. J. E. Stovall with his Christian enthusiasm and the beginning of the new quadrenium, and with our beloved bishop returned to us again should stir us up to action. Let every society be represented, and let your reports be commensurate with the splendid opportunities you have had to work for the Master. Already the field is ripe for the abrvest. Come praying that our meeting will be guided by the Holy Spirit. Yours in Christ. Mrs. Izron Mackay District President. Des Moines, In. 1022 Thirteenth street. COMMENT. Editor the Bystander: I see in reading the last issue of your paper that the proprietor of the Eagle cafe was forced to remove an anoxious sign. I see that the sign was removed by the order of the sheriff when the matter was reported by Mr. W. H. Hammitt. I am very glad to hear that the sheriff had the sign removed. I also see that the sheriff is a candidate for sheriff. Would this matter be acted on just as quick six months after his election as it was at this time being a candidate for re-election? Please answer. If that is the kind of sheriff you have keep him in office for ever and two days over, Respectfully, Dr. G. W. Jones. Hopeless Economy may be practiced constantly, but no one ever seems to be come expert in it. THE BYSTANDER D. HAU American Candidate Represent Second Term Will Be Aprec Primary June 7th 128 A. O. HAUGE Republican Candidate State Representative Second Term Your Vote Will Be Apreciated Primary June 7th Continued from page siderations of the "colored man and brother" and, when pressed for a reason, shoulders are shrugged an dthe matter silently dismissed. Hiram Johnson, Senator Harding have a few ardent admirers on the ground but their number is negligible when placed in contrast to the Wood's host. CAMPAIGN FUNDS. The campaign fund inquiry is, apparently, of small importance to the colored men who are to take a hand in the selection of a candidate. Hitchcock's failure to corral the colored delegates is offered as prima facie evidence that campaign funds have not the force or argument with colored men active in political circles that they are alleged to have formerly possessed. A speech of four minutes length delivered to a convention of colored men seems to have formerly possessed. A spemwypppw been the lodestone which has drawn the colored vote to the Wood banner. This may be an unusual situation, but there it is and what is to done about it? ENTERTAINMENT FOR DELEGATES Cotored Chicago will outdo itself in the entertainment it has planned for the delegates. The Appomattox club is the leader in this program, a long line of the prominent men and women in the city have been enlisted in the cause and, as a consequence, the visitors will be given the "time of their lives." The associated Negro press will entertin the press members and has planned a banquet for the pen welldowners of the "fourth edition" that will be a heartbreaking its way. HEADQUARTERS. The Appomattox club house in rGand boulevard, the Vineennes hotel at Thirty-sixth street and Vineennes avenue, and the Idlewild hotel at Wabash avenue and Thirty-sixth street will be the principal headquarters for the various groups of delegates and visitors. Corinthian members and friends heartily congratulate Miss Mary Woods one of our leading young church workers here for being one of the prize winners at the pageant given recently at the Methodist conference. She is also one of the East High June graduates. Come out early Sunday evening the Mother's have prepared an excellent program which will b rendered at 5 o'clock. We are glad that all the sick members are on the mend. Don't fail to attend Corinthian services at least once during the Sabbath you will hear good singing by the choir and instrumentalists by the pastor, Rev. G. W. Robinson. On or about June 15 one of the most thrilling dramas ever played 'will be staged at West high. Some of the best local talent in the city are taking part in it. Tickets on sale soon. Given under the auspices of the Corinthian Herald association. The school was well attended on the 30. Children were greatly in evidence. The primary room was nearly filled. The increase in that department as in all departments of the school is due thereof. Regular attendance on the part of the teacher, and a message to give in an attractive way. That teacher say will never lack pupils. I sat and watched a certain teacher on last Sabbath as they arranged their classes and the pupils sat spellbound as this teacher talked to them about Jonathan and his armour bearer. We Important discoveries. Cheapened metallurgical processes will probably make available as new materials a number of metals now little known. Magnesium, for instance, is likely to become one of the common metals very soon. --- Continued from page 1. CAMPAIGN FUNDS. HEADQUARTERS CORINTHIAN ITEMS ST PAUL A. M. E. SUNDAY SCHOOL Important discoveries. 128 IAUGE candidate representative Term Be Apreciated y June 7th regret very much for this school's sake that Mrs. Fred Jackson has decided to go west for the summer. She is one of our most faithful teachers. She like the rest of us must have some rest. The school needs young men and young women teachers. We have four excellent teachers in the primary department but we need still another young woman in that department. Not someone who is merely looking for a place and name but one who will accept the place and work for the love of serving. You can do but little for Christ unless you lose light of yourself. Even as he himself did though he was a son. He made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. There is no place for big people in the church of my God. The lesson for June 6 subject "Saul's failure." First Samuel. Fifteenth chapter, golden text. Than thou has rejected the word of Jehovah and Jehovah hast rejected thee. First Samuel 15:26. Don't forget the Chil- dren's day program. OUR NEW HOME PORO COLLEGE PENDLETON AVE. ST. FERDINAND AVE. 25,000 MORE PORO AGENTS WANTED. Equipped with the Very Latest Apparatus for Teaching the Poro System of Scalp and Hair Culture and all Branches of Beauty Culture Terms Moderate Diplomas Given Write Today for Further Information "PORO COLLEGE Poro Corner "Dept. A-5" St. Louis, Mo. Otto Staringer. I desire to announce my candidacy for second term as representative from Polk county on the republican ticket. I was born, reared and educated in Des Moines, Polk county, and my life book. is an open tool I stand for one hundred per cent American. I stand for making one dollar worth one hundred cents. I favor close relationship between the producer and consumer, thereby in the high cost of living. reducing the high cost of Believing my record in the thirty seventh assembly, entitles me to a second term, and feeling that I am fully qualified, and as such ask your consid eration. Yours respectfully, Otto Starzinger. FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE I hereby announce myself as a canidate for the representative from Polk county for a second term, subject to the approval of the republican voters at the primaries on June 7, 1920.—A. A. C W Rhoads. C. W. Rhoads. C. W. Rhoads candidate for county auditor. Twelve years deputy auditor. Subject to Republican primaries. A. G. RIPPEY For County I will be a candidate for renomination, second term at republican primaries, June 7, 1920, for the office of county attorney of Polk county, Iowa. A. G. RIPPEY. Jean W. Stewart, John W. Stewart, for sheriff of Polk county, a friend of every man, rich or poor. Subject to Republican primaries. Charles Saverude. Charles Savagee Republican candidate for sheriff of Park county, Iowa Homer Thompson. Candidate for coroner, subject to Republican primaries. During the sickness and death of Claude Koons I did the work as a Justice of the Peace (substitute) and understand it thoroughly. W S Manbeck. W. S. Manbeck Vote for W. S. Manbeck for sheriff of Polk county subject to Republican primaries June 7. W. M. Hammill. W. M. Hammill announces his canvass for county treasurer subject to Republican primaries June 7. 1920 James B Weaver JAMES B. I hereby declare my candidacy for re-election as state representative subject to the approval of the Republican voters of Potk county. FARNEST R BENNETT Candidate for County Treasurer of Polk county, subject to primaries June E. A. Lingenfelter. E. A. Lingufelter candidate for election as state representative subject to Republican primaries June 7. Fifteen years practice of law in Des Moines, Ia. Sheriff—1 am candidate for sheriff of Polk-co, subject to the Republican primaries June 7, 1920. I am free from combinations and political rings. I stand for the interests of the people and am running strictly on my own merits. E. E. BAKER. SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY CATARRH of the BLADDER relieved in 24 HOURS Each Cap-sule bears the name MIDY Beverage counterfeits J. B. EDWIN S. GOSE (OF GREENE COUNTY) Now Deputy Auditor FOR AUDITOR OF STATE Mr. Gose is strongly endorsed in all sections of the State. He was for eight years Auditor of Greene County. Has been Deputy Auditor of State since 1915. A faithful officer. Deserves promotion. Remember The Name. --- ORIGINAL NOTICE In the District Court of the state of Iowa, in and for Polk county, July term, A. D., 1920. Fines Minor, To Fines Minor, Defendant. You are hereby notified that the petition of the plaintiff in the above entitled cause is filed in the office of the clerk of the District Court of the state of Iowa, in and for Polk county, Iowa, claiming of you an absolute divorce from the bond of matrimony on the grounds of desertion. For further particulars see petition, and unless you appear thereto and defend before noon of the second day of the next term, being the July term of said court, which will commence at Des Moines, Polk county, Iowa, on the fifth day of July, 1920, default will be entered against you and judgment and decree rendered thereon. Dated this fifth day of May, 1920. GERTRUDE E. RUSH, Attorney for Plaintiff. E. TRACY BLAGBURN CO. Notary Public REAL ESTATE AGENT Vacant Lots and Improved Property 1827 Jefferson Ave. Phone Drake 774 Des Moines, Iowa Attorney at Law and Notary Public Abstracts Examined, Real Estate for Sale CUT RATE DRUG CO. Willis Wolfe, Ph. G. Prop. Very Best Drugs in City 1000 Center St. Des Moines, Iowa Booms to Rend by Day or Week. Phone Walnut 5779. HUSTLERS HOTEL AND CAFE Meals at all hours H. D. Williams, Prop. N. W. Corner W. 2nd & Chestnut Sts. 1/2Block N. Interurban Station, Des Moines, Iowa. JOHNSON'S CAFE Meals at All Hours Popular Prices Mrs. Ethel Johnson, Prop. 308 W. Grand Ave. Phone Wai. 3545. BERT JOHNSON, Cleaner and Dyer Cleaning, Pressing, Altering, Bepairing Work Called for and Delivered. We do first class work. Ph. Wal. 7374 1108 Center St. Des Moines, Iowa E. H. Haskins H. J. Haskins "The Store of Quality" HASKIN DRUG CO. Successors to E. L. Twining Prescriptions Carefully Compounded Mall Orders on all Preparations Promptly Filled We live Northwest Corner Eleventh and Center. ATHLETIC BARBER SHOP Hair Cutting by Electricity Cigars and Soft Drinks Shoe Shining 919 Center O. WELDON & STONE BROS., Props. A New Soft Water Wet Wash Phone D. 572 V.L. JONES Formely of Jones ane Samuel Undertaker and Embalmer 725-9 Sixth Ave. Phone Market 820 Res. Walnut -4964 5 ROOM HOUSE FOR SALE Water and gas, Price $1700 $200 down $20 per month call: James B. Morris Phone W. 718 907 Wal. St. FOWLER BROS. Funeral Directors 117 East Walnut Street Phone Maple 2548 LADY ATTENDANT Our Motto is "Service" THE FAMOUS Iowa Cleaning Co. Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing Hats Cleaned and Re-blocded Shining Parlors for Ladies and Gents. Auto Delivery Service 414 E. Walnut St. Phone M. 462 CHAS. O. WHITE, Mgr. COME TO McCree's Drug Store For Careful Prescription Service, Madam Walker's Hair Grower, Kashmir Preparations, High Brown Goods, Black and White Preparations, and Straightening Combs. . . Prompt Mail Order Service. 11th and Center St, Des Moines Market 1485 WADE H. McCREE Prescription Druggist CITY NEWS By Ada F. Hyde TO OUR CITY SUBSCRIBERS; SPECIAL NOTICE We wish to bring to the attention of our readers the fact that the Bystander is mailed from our office not later than five thirty every Friday evening. After it leaves our office we have no further jurisdiction over it and if you do not receive it on Saturday it is the fault of the post office and not ours. We are anxious to give you prompt and courteous service and feel that we have done our duty when we get your papers into the post office by the above mentioned time—The Bystander Publishing company. PERSONALS. Mr. Price Alexander attended the funeral of Mrs. Mary Taylor in Ottumwa Friday May 28. Mr. Leonard Alexander son of Mr. Price Alexander is spending several days in our city. Mr. Alexander has been farming in South Dakota for a number of years but expects to enter business in Chicago in the near future. Mrs. Mary Scott and daughter, Mrs. Catherine Gater returned Thursday from the Iowa state federation of colored women's clubs much pleased with the successful session. DR. DOUGLASS MILLER RETURNS We are glad to welcome Dr. Douglass Miller who has just completed his course in dentistry at Howard university Washington, D. C. Dr. Miller is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Douglass Miller of Oakland street and a graduate of East High school. Dr. Miller is contemplating locating in Des Moines. Mrs. A. E. Liles wife of Rev. A, E. Liles, pastor of Union Congregational church arrived in the city Saturday from Washington, D. C. to join her husband. Miss Aurora Brooks has returned home after a delightful several weeks Notice to Stockholders of the American Co- Operative Inv. Co. The annual meeting of the Stockholders of the American Co-operative Investment Co., of Des Moines, Ia. will be held on Friday evening, June 18th, 1920 at 8:15 o'clock at Union Congregational Church, 10th and Park Streets. The annual reports and elections will be had. H E Wilson, Pres. J.G. Browne, Sec. REX'S CAFE REX'S CAFE 246 3rd, Ave. S. Minneapolis, Minnesota We are now serving Oriental, Chinese and American dishes such as, Chicken Chop Suey, Fing Coep Eegg Frugin Plain—Chop Suey. Service 7--12:30 Miles Etheridge, Pro. Expert and Experience CHIROPIDIST Mr. and Mrs. Speed Specialist We guarantee emediate releif and permanent cure Terms Reasonable Res. 2151 Layfayette St. Pho. W. 3024 Wateloo, Iowa FOR SALE Two ton master truck Reasonable Price Call Drake 1060 Do You Need Money? We arrange loans quickly and strictly privately on farnithre, pianos, and other personal property, without removal. PAY YOUR DEBTS with our money, and repay us in easy monthly payments. Write call or phone us for prompt, confidential and courteous service. Des Moines Loan Co. DES MOINES LOAN CO. Established 1904 812 Centnry Bldg. Wal. 1486 17 Walnut Street Over Frankels' Clothing Store. --- The Bystander Mr. and Mrs. Emery left Tuesday night to spend the summer at their home in Colorado Springs, Colo. Mrs. Joburness Kelso, and little son, Redmon returned to her home in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, Wednesday after having spent the winter with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Redmon of Eighteenth and Center streets. Miss Mable Bland is attending her class reunion and visiting old friends at Tuskegee. Rev. S. L. Birt left Thursday morning for Keokuk, Ia on business. Atty. Geo. H. Woodson left Friday morning for Chicago to be in attendance at the republican national convention June 7. Mr. Ernest Smith and wife of Pittsburg, Kans., arrived in the city Wednesday night for an indefinite stay. Mr. Smith is a clarinet player and will be associated with Dysart's syncopated jazz orchestra, the most famous jazz orchestra in the state. Mr. Elbert R. Hall president of the Des Moines branch and Mr. George Edmunds are representing Des Moines at the national meeting of the N. A. A. C. P. which was in session at Atlanta, Ga., May 31 June 3. BIRTHDAY SURPRISE PARTY Mrs. E. Tracy Blagburn very pleasantly surprised her husband Tuesday night in honor of his birthday at their home 1827 Jefferson street. About forty people helped Mrs. Blagburn put over the affair which was a complete surprise. Dancing was enjoyed during the evening. Punch was served and at the close refreshments were served. TWO IOWA MEN HONORED. Hon. Geo, H. Woodson of the Sixth district at Buxton and Hon. John L. Thompson of the Seventh congressional district of Iowa at Des Moines have been appointed by the national republican committee to be assistant sergeant at arms at the national republican convention in Chicago, June 8, 1920. Princess Oziel chapter No. 9 and Princess Zorah chapter No. 10 will observe Esther day Sunday June 6 at 3 p. m. at the Maple street church. NOTICE. The grand lodge of the Knights of Pythias and the grand court of Calanthe will convene in Des Moines in session June 22-23-24-25. The sessions are to be held at the Trade and Labor assembly hall. Grand Chancellor L. W. William of Clarinda and Mrs. Eva Owens, grand worthy counsellor of Des Moines will preside. CLUBS. Miss Adah Hyde was hostess to the Mary church Terrell club Tuesday night Mrs. Colleen Jones and Mrs. Johnnic Shaw gave very interesting reports of the Iowa state federation at Davenport. The next meeting will be Monday June 7 with Miss Gertrude Hyde. The Callanan Industrial club met Wednesday afternoon with the president, Mrs. R. N. Hyde. Mrs. Mable Stewart delegate to the federation was present and gave the most interesting and comprehensive report ever given bya delegate from the club. The Phylis Wheatley art club met at the home of Mrs. W. H. Hammitt, 1409 Crocker street Wednesday afternoon June 2. A very enjoyable meeting was held. The delegate to the state federation was present and gave a very interesting report of the meeting and what is being planned for the race. The next meeting will b June 9 at the home of Mrs. F. Watson, 1219 East Eleventh street. All members are asked to be present as the election of officers will be held as well as other important business transacted. New members will be welcomed. On With The DANCE Union Park Monday June 7th '20 Music by Dysart's Jazz Ochestra Hours 8 to 11:30 Admission 50c Public Cordially INVITED Two 4-room cottages on St. Joseph's avenue, $1,350.00 each. Fine high lots 50x100. Brick pavement. Terms like rent. New five-room house in Lake Park. Natural wood finish. Lot 50x132. Close to car line, $1,700.00. $50.00 down, $17 per month including interest. Two 4-room houses in East Des Moines. Lots 50x132. Electric lights; good well. $1,300 each. $75.00 down, $15.00 month including interest. Five-room house on Amherst avenue, north of Hull. Electric lights, good well, lot 50x132, $1,900.00, $250,000.00 down, $20.00 per month. E. Tracy Blagburn Company Real Estate stay in St. Louis. Mo. ESTHER JAY NOTICE CLUBS. SOME BARGAINS. MALOOLM GRIFFTT RECITAL Mrs. Gertrude Hunoon, Nurse of the Drake university school of music presented her pupil Mr. Maleolm K. Griffith in a piano recital Tuesday June 1 at Howard hall. Of the varied and interesting numbers given the most interesting were two melodies by Coleridge Taylor "Take Nabundji and 'I'm Troubled in Mind," "The Barcarol" and "Dance Juba" by Nathaniel Dett. Mr. Griffith performed in his usual pleasing and sympathetic manner. An appreciative audience heard the very excellent program of this brilliant young artist. COMMUNITY CENTER BAND AND LEGION IN DECORATION PARADE The community center band headed the Lincoln post division of the American legion in the Decoration day parade Monday. The band which has made a number of appearances recently was the equal of any in the parade and received many favorable comments along the line of march. There was also a large number of members of the legion in the parade. CAST OF CHARACTERS APPEARING IN "THE FRUIT OF HIS FOLLY" (A drama in five acts) at West High School Auditorium June 15, 1920. Jack Dunning—A Victim of His Own Folly....Mr. Ed Brown Percy Ogden—A True Friend....Mr. N. C. Marshall Ashley Drayton—A Man of the World....Mr. J. B. Thompson Hiram Boggs—Owner of Cowslip Farm....Mr. Warrick The Hired Man. William Henry—Bell Boy....Mr. James Johnson Dorothy Dunning—Jack's Wife....Mrs. M. Crawford Alice Grandon—A Society Pet....Mrs. Ed Brown Malindy Jane Boggs—From Juniper- ville, Vt....Mrs. B. Reynolds Sara—Hiram's Better Half....Mrs. Allie Divers Polly Flinders—A Black Diamon....Mrs. Jessie Roberts Sbag service at 10 a.m. The provisional committee met Thursday evening. The reception planned for Thursday evening June 3 for Mrs. Corinne Lockman the general secretary of the central Y. W. C. A. and the membership of the Tenth street Y. branch was postponed on account of the illness of Mrs. Lockman, Watch for the next date. The Sunset and the Sunbeam corps of girl's reserves spent last Saturday at Union park. A very delightful day was reported. Forty tired but happy little girls returned home at 5 p. m. Miss Robinson was in charge. Monday Mrs. Frank P. Johnson hiked to Oak park with the Wide-Akake corps twenty-three strong. The day was spent in games. Eats at 3:30 the girls gathered under the beautiful oak trees and hold their regular meeting. Many of the girls are busy planning and saving for a week at Okoboji, Aug. 28. Des Moines should have the largest representation there. June 12 girls reserves picnic. Where —Goods park. Who—all the G. R's. When—from 2 to 7 p. m. Bring your supper. The girls will moll ice cream to can some money for camp funds. Parents and friends interested in the girlhood of the race please join us on that day. The Satellite corps of G. R. meets every Wednesday after school. This is a high school club. All high school girls are envied to join. Vescpsr Sunday June 13 will be conducted by the G. R.'s all the girl reserves are urged to be present on that day. The Y. M. C. A. building on Twelfth and Crocker streets is being constructed The first club room of the building is about completed. This club room will be used for the office of the executive secretary and for assembly until the main auditorium and other club rooms can be built. A cut showing the regular size and general outline of the building is now in the making and will appear in the next issue of this paper. The Inspiration club of the Y. M. C. A., a club of twenty high school boys will put on exhibition a sample of their talent in the form of a literary program Friday evening June 18 at the West high auditorium. The program will consist of quartet and glee club selections, readings, and a one act play. The main feature will be a debate "Resolved that a lawyer is not justified in defending a criminal he knows to be guilty." This is promised to be the greatest event of the season for the young people. Come out and encourage the young talent. Admission will be fifteen cents. Twenty boys of the Pioneer club under leadership of Mr. Alphonzo Spriggs enjoyed themselves at their regular meeting last Wednesday night. After their regular business they were served with lee cream and cake. They take their second over night like Friday qThattendingrwRaVrejrSsvdginemfwy Twenty boys left the city last Friday and spent a most enjoyable night and a part of Saturday, six miles up the Des Moines river at Camp Byers. It was the first over night of the season. UNION CONGREGATIONAL Program of the Congregational church Tenth and Park streets Sunday June 6. Services at 10:45 a. m. Preaching by the pastor. Sunday school 1 p. m. Special services at 3 p. m., pastor speaking to the Roosevelt club, subject. Pragratic value of Americanization. At 7 p. m. a short program will be rendered by the members of the Sunday evening forum. The public is cordially invited to attend. Choir will be under special music at each service. A. E. Liles minister in charge. E. Tracy Blagburn, director of music. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the Home Maker's league, household of Ruth, Court of Calanthe and many friends for the services rendered during the illness and death of our beloved son and grand son Mr. and Mrs. Joe H. Manning and Mr. and Mrs. William Manning, grand parents. --- Y. W. C. A. Y. M. C. A. ITEMS. M. Subject To Republican Primaries June 7th.1920 KEY JAMES BAY to announce that this law and real is also writing all ance, and is able friends with the sustainable at a p Insure your l furniture to-day. 718 907 ATTORNEY JAMES B. MORRIS Wishes to announce that in connection with his law and real estate business, he is also writing all kinds of fire insurance, and is able to furnish his many friends with the best protection obtainable at a particularly low rate. Insure your house and furniture to-day. Phone W.718 907 Walnut St. A N L. THOMPSON ATTY.-AT-LAW JOHN L. THOMPSON ATTY.-AT-LAW REAL ESTATE A SPECIALTY Buy Sell and Rent Property Room 202 Watrous Block 6th and Mulberry Has re-organized The Fastest Colored Ball Club in the State of Iowa We fill engagements for Home Comings Carnivals or any kind of Attraction with a clean Exhibition. Address all Communications To: M. J. Bradford, Manager. 757 West 9th Street DES MOINES, IOWA R. N. Hyde & Son Co. 821 13th Steet Dealers in REAL ESTATE We have a large number of places for sale and houses to rent. Phone W. 6254 ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` IOWA NEWS NOTICE. The Bystander representative will be in Dubuque, Ia., Friday and Saturday June 4 and 5 and in Davenport, Ia., Mon day June 7. Please be prepared to meet him. RED OAK ITEMS Mrs. Thurs G. Jones, Sr., left Friday on the noon train for Clarinda, Ia., to attend the graduation exercises of Miss Viola Walker and remain over until after Decoration day where she will decorate her children's graves. Mr. Manuel Keene is out of town on business. Mrs. Manuel Keene and daughter Bernice and two sons, Morris and Gerald left Saturday on the noon train for Bedford, Ia., to decorate their grave after which they will visit a few days with relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Jones and daughter Mary and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dale of this city motored to Clarinda, Ia., Monday May 30 where Mr. and Mrs. Jones decorated graves after which they all had supper at Williams restaurant attended night service at Rev. Reynolds church and then drove back to their homes in Red Oak, Ia., all reporting a good time and a fine ride. The Red Oak Industrial club have rented rooms on East Market street and held their first meeting there last Friday night. The club expects to put the rooms in shape to welcome strangers and out of town guests. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Brown and family motored to Clarinda Monday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Jones, Jr. Mr. Brown and family visited his mother and aunt which he had not seen for some time. Mr. Jones and Mrs. Jones visited relatives there also. Sunday school was held at Mr. Chap. a home room I to 3 p.m. A good lesson was enjoyed by all. A nice collection was taken up. Miss Mary Jones returned home Monday evening with her mother and father after a few days visit in Clarinda with relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dunn went to Clarinda Sunday on the noon train for decorate graves and stay over until Monday to look after business. BURLINGTON ITEMS Rev, H. C. Ransom of the A. M. E. church has returned home from St. Louis, Mo., where he attended the bishops council. Dr. R. C. Ransom Sr., and wife of New York City who have been visiting at the home of their son Rev. R. C. Ransom, Jr., and family have returned home taking Reverdy and Steward Ransom their grandons to spend the summer with them. A fine baby boy was born to Rev. R. C. Ransom and wife at the Burlington hospital. Mother and baby are at home now and getting along fine. Mr. Frank White and wife are the proud parents of a baby girl born to them in the Burlington hospital. Messrs John Trent and George Ducker of Kansas City, Mo., and Chicago, Ill., are in the city last Tuesday look-to California where they will spend the up old friends. They were en-route Mr. Peter King, who has been quite ill at his home, is some better at this writing. Mrs. Sophie Byrd who underwent a serious operation at the Mercy hospital some time ago, has been removed to the home of her sister, Mrs. Beatrice Johnson, where she is recovering nicely. Mr. Wm. Ashby who was operated on at Mercy hospital has returned home and is improving. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Johnson attended the funeral of their cousin, Mrs. Lottie Yeiser Carter, in Ft. Madison, Mrs. Carter was formerly of Burlington. She passed away in Chicago, Ill. A political club was organized in the city with the following members as officers: W. D. Wilson, president; G. Laws, vice president, D. H. Harris, secretary; Albert Woods, Jr.; treasurer. Mrs. Bessie Johnson received the sad news of the death of her aunt A. A. L. Yeiser of St. Paul, Minn. Mrs. Frederick Graham a graduate of the De Neal Modern Method of hair growing and beauty culture, has opened aparler at her home on market street. Those that have patronized Mrs. Graham, are very much pleased with her work. W. W. Gross of Keokuk, Ia., A. F. and A. M. grand master of town, made an official visit with Summer lodge, No., 3 last Tuesday evening. He was entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Wilson. Mr. Gross was enroute to Washington, Ia., to set up a Masonic lodge. St. Elmo chapter No., 3 O. E. S. initiated Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Wilson, Mrs. Edna Brown, Harry Irving and Leo Johnson into their order last week. After the work a social session was held and nice refreshments too were served. W. C. Dixon manager of the baseball team that was organized this spring is very proud of the boys. They have not listened misseason. The hall that was given last Monday night by Messrs. A, Rice and H. Moore was well attended, and a nice time was had by all that were present. Many attended from Monmouth, Qalesburg, and Ft. Madison. The B. Y. Progressive club give a ice cream social at the home of Mrs. E. Green last Wednesday night which was a financial success as well as social. Mrs. Grant Clark was hostess to the Willing Workers club last Tuesday evening. Mossrs James Brooks and George Shughtter and Mrs. Ida Baker spent Memorial day in Monmouth, Ill. Mr. and Mrs. Odell Smith, the newly weds of Ottumwa, Ia., passed through the city en-route east on their honeymoon. Mr. Smith is a former Burlington young man and has many friends here who wish for him and his bride a long and happy married life. Mrs. R. Van Dickerson of Denver, Colo. is visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Graham. Mr. Harry Irving is taking a much needed vacation. Mr. Henry Smith of south hill ran a nail in his foot while at work which has caused him much pain and a lay off of a few days from his work. Mrs. Tillie Jones received word from her daughter, Mrs. Anna Buckhardt, of Lincoln, Nebr., telling of the serious accident that happened to her husband Rev. Ollie Buckhardt who was run down by an automobile. Rev. Buck. ahrdt is in a hospital where the doctors give out hopes for his recovery. Antibaptist Baptist church Services were well-attended Sunday. Rev W. Wheeling of New Orleans preached Sunday morning. Dr. and Mrs. B. M. Speed entertained Rev. and Mrs. Ewing at breakfast Tuesday morning in honor of Rev. Wm. Whitfield of Jackson, Miss., covers were laid for seven. The Donkey entertainment at the church last Thursday was a financial success, $0.00 being realized. Rev. Ewing preached to a full house Sunday night. His text was from Gen. 22-8 which was enjoyed by all with two additional to the church. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Williams entertained Rev. and Mrs. Ewing at six o'clock dinner, in honor of Rev. Wm. Whitfield Tuesday evening. The church is progressing nicely under the present leadership of Rev. W. W. Ewing. Its financial as well as spiritual standing has been greatly increased. Prof. C. W. Rotger field secretary of the Western convention will be with us Wednesday. Professor C. W. Childress of Durand Miss. addressed the Sunday school Sunday morning which was very beneficial to the school. ALBIA ITEMS. Mrs. Ora Anderson of New York and her two children are visiting at the home of her parents, Mr. B. T. Lewis. Mrs. Charles Washington has returned from the convention in Davenport. At the Memorial day services held in King's opera house on May 30, Miss Bernice Jones opened the afternoon speaking with anoration on Abraham Lincoln. Piano recital at Hocking was given by Mrs. Eva Roper and her pupils on Monday night in which her two schools of Albia took part Miss Lucilla Gordon and Miss Bernice Jones a few Albia people attended the musical fete. On Tuesday May 25 was the birthday of Mrs. Lucinda Jones and Mrs. Delia Davis, also little Marcella Grayson the birthday club which has not entertained for some time surprised these ladieswith a party, also giving a reception in honor of visiting guest, Mrs. Allie Bowman of Des Moines and Mrs Will Beannings of Fort Dodge at the home of Mrs. Lucinda Jones, a social function long to be remembered. SIOUX CITY ITEMS. Services were largely attended Sunday at the A. M. E. church. In the evening, Rev. Areadaxn preached a wonderful sermon to a packed house. The Sunday offering amounted to $40. Mrs. Ella Walker P. M. of Suebam household of Ruth No. 4961 G. W. O. of O. F. was elected delegate to attend the D. G. H. H. of R. which convenes in Davenport, Ia, September 7, 1920. Mrs. Emma Curits departed Friday for Lincoln Nebr., where she will visit relatives and friends. Miss Leona-Tamwater appeared in her first vocal recital Friday evening May 28 at Mt. Zion Baptist church. There was an appreciating audience and we are forced to congrue that if left a host of friends, and will certainly be missed from Molone church. Mrs. Arthur Welch Nobel Grand of Sions City灯店 No. 4655 G. W. O. of O. F.灯店 elected delegate to attend the D. G. lodge which convenes in Davenport. September 7, 1920 Mrs. Bishop and family bade Sioux City adieu Saturday evening when left for Richmond, Ind., where they shall live in the future. She and family she continues, she will become a second Beack Patti. Mrs. Knight is out of the city for a few days she is visiting friends and relatives in Clarinda. Wednesday evening Miss Violet Fisher entertained Miss Fannie Mai Bishop Many friends were present. Mrs. Douglas was entertained by the Ladie's Aid society of the A. M. E. church Friday evening. Mr. Mansfield Askew, D. G. M. was elected delegate to represent Sioux City lodge No. 4655 at the B. M. C. which will convene in New York September 14, 1920. Mrs. Emie Moore was called to Des Moines to attend the funeral of her brother, Monday, and members and friends wish to express their heartfelt sympathy during her sad bereavebent. Miss Dondy and Miss Askew left Miss for Waukon, S. D. where they will observe Decoration day and visit the graves of their diseased . Rev. and Mrs. Washington of San Francisco, Cal., are in the city for a few days and were entertained Monday evening by Mrs. Mansfield Askew. ESTHERVILLE ITEMS. Mrs. W. G. Reid and three children, George, Lulu and Edith are visiting in Davenport, In. Mrs. G. W. Walden who has been a resident of this city for three years, died at the Birney hospital after a serious aperation. She leaves a husband, one sister and three brothers. She was taken to her home in Meridian, Miss. Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Reed will soon move into their new bungalow on East Walnut street. Mr. and Mrs. Leon Blake have moved to this city from Terre Haute, Ind. Miss Beatrice Moore graduated from Estchville high school. She was the only race student of the class. Mr. and Mrs. Miller have moved to this city from Waterloo. Mr. and Mrs. Arch have moved to this city from Waterloo. this city from Winterloo. Mr. James Kelley was a visitor in this city this week. Mr. Henry Brinker has just returned from a short visit in Oklahoma. Mr. W. H. Moore stepped from the step of the dining car and was slightly injured. Miss Lillian Moore is spending a few days at Lake Okoboji. Mr. John Colts left this city for Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Mrs. W. H. Moore has been on the sick list but is now much better. Miss D. J. Robinson has also been on the sick list but is better at this writing. Mrs. G. L. Clark will leave this week for Rochester, Minn. She will be accompanied by her two daughters, Beatrice and Versailles. Mr. Murphey left last Saturday for Cedar Rapids. Mr. J. Bailey succeeded him at Mr. G, W. Walderes tailor shop. THE BYSTANDER OTTO STARZINGR M. 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Right preparation demands adherence to truth and justice—the basic laws of this reconstructive task now in hand is, that of Aesop fable "unity" simple justice and a square deal to our racial institutions, especially those that are to fight our causes at the hand of the public. Then we come right down to the analysis of new things and conditions we find that the American press is responsible in part for all feeling whether contentment or unrest. Thousands of candidates are elected annually through says about them to the public—not a matter of personal appearance before the public but a matter of press publicity. That being the case we have come to the conclusion that a newspaper that will have for its policy to promote harmonious relationships now, ```markdown ``` M. JAMES B. WEAVER Solicits Your Support For State Representative Charles Saverude Subject to Republican Pimaries June 7th A. H. develop the right feeling of its readers stimulate their ambition—pointing out to them right living and clear thinking, not in a selfish way but in an abstract way, is a vital hammer which if slightly used could blow a many narrow-minded, near-sighted person into a field of better thought of things at large. We are struggling to raise the subscriptions of the Bystander to fifty thousand this summer. That is to say that we have launched a National subscription campaign. We are offering the public the best paper that is printed by colored people in this country, because we are the servants of the people in what ever way that is advisable. Our paper is absolutely constructive, always to advocate the colored man's cause in the right way, is prompt with its issues, seeks to serve others first and ourselves last and least. If you have a friend tell him about our campaign, urge him to subscribe and pass this article to others who do not know about the greater paper in this country for colored. For the bed you read other paper for the good you do read the Bystander. Come on and let's get that fifty thousand new readers, Prices, $1.50 per year, $7.5 for six months. This is the opportunity to make a dollar pay you three thousand cents. Yours for a greater Negro paper, Robert D. Durr, Circulation Dent. The Bystander. Des Moines, Ia Simplest of Cements Condensed milk applied to the edges of the pieces of broken china will keep the article as intact as the majority of cements on the market today, writes Edwin W. Ely in a letter to the Electrical Experimenter. Mr. Ely adds that he has mended saucers that have withstood washings in hot water, and has mended a telescope lens of fairly large size with this unique cement. SHERIFF OF Polk County Iowa Republican Candidate for SHERIFF ican Pimaries June 7th Abdications of History Ever since dynasties have existed there are records of kings having abdicated from one cause and another. Far back in the misty past one monarch gave up his throne because he was "wearied with dominion"; another retired out of preference for the freedom of private life; a third laid down his crown because his schemes failed; still another abdicated in a fit of melancholy; and there are two instances in which kings left their thrones because they were unable to cope with national crises. The Candellilla Plant. The wax of the candellilla plant is used in making candles, phonograph records, wood and leather polishes, floor wax, certain varnishes, linoleum, rubber compounds and celluloid, and it also enters into use in pharmacy and in the making of electrical insulation. The candellilla plant grows on the poorest quality of soil, and before it was found to have a commercial value for the wax contained it was considered a pest. Put the Dollar to Work. When a manufacturer or other producer of real wealth, does a profitable business and turns his profits back into the business, he gives employment to men and creates more real wealth as he progresses year by year. He does more real good for his fellowmen than he would if he gave all his profits in charity, because it is better to make people self-supporting and independent than it is to give them something for nothing no matter how worthy the motives may be.