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THE IOWA BYSTANDER PICTORIAL CHRISTMAS PAGE DEC. 25th 1921 THE ONLY NEGRO GOVERNOR DEAD FOR THE BAD YOU DO READ OTHER PAPERS FOR THE GOOD YOU DO READ THE BYSTANDER XXVIII. NO. 19. THE ON 19. E ONL REV. A. W. HACKLEY. Presiding elder of the Des Moines district of A. M. E. churches. He is doing effective work among the churches in his ditsrict. A. B. MRS. J. B. RUSH. Mrs. J. B. Rush, the only woman lawyer practicing in the city and the only colored lady lawyer in the middle west. MRS. H. E. GRAVES. The president of the Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota state Sunday School Convention. A great church worker. X ```markdown ``` FAMILY PHOTO PRINCIPAL LAURENCE C. JONES AND FAMILY. Principal Jones and wife went south to Mississippi from Iowa and founded a school for colored boys and girls in the heart of the blackbelt. Today the school has grown from a two-room log cabin to an institution with a number of modern brick buildings, machinery and apparatus to do, broom-making, basket-making, laundrying, printing, scientific farming, engineering, etc. It is remarkable as t what has been accomplished in that small corner of the vineyard. Dr. Griffin is the pastor of the St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, the largest church of its kind in the city, having a membership of about 1500. During the short time he has been pastor the church has gained new life, large amount of financial work has been done, and greater work is being planned. No doubt Dr. Griffin is a promoter and a great thinker. With Mrs. W. H. Griffin as a helpmate the work that they put their hands to do, will be done with honor and credit. C CHURCHES UNITE IN EMANCIPATION MEETING The Des Moines Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored Peole have succeeded in securing the co-operation of all the colored churches in the city in bringing to the city Hon. Henry Lincoln Johnson of Atlanta, Ga., for the monster emancipation celebration which will be held January 2 in the St. Paul's A. M. E. church at Twelfth and Crocker PRINCIPAL LAURENCE Principal Jones and wife went south a school for colored boys and girls in school has grown from a two-room log of modern brick buildings, machinery & ket-making, laundrying, printing, science markable as t what has been accomplished. PETER H. BURGESS REV. W. H. GRIFF Dr. Griffin is the pastor of the S church of its kind in the city, having a short time he has been pastor the chur financial work has been done, and gr Dr. Griffin is a promoter and a great helpmate the work that they put their and credit. HRISTMAS 1921 HRISTMAS 1921 streets, which will seat only about fifteen hundred people, hence those desiring to hear this great race leader should secure their tickets in advance as admission will be by ticket only. Tickets are in the hands of representatives of all the churches and forty percent of the proceeds of the ticket sales will be distributed among the church in proportion to the number of tickets they have sold. C. JONES AND FAMILY. In to Mississippi from Iowa and founded in the heart of the blackbelt. Today the cabin to an institution with a number and apparatus to do, broom-making, basalite farming, engineering, etc. It is re-visited in that small corner of the vineyard. FAMILY. From Iowa and founded blackbelt. Today the institution with a number of broom-making, bas-steering, etc. It is re-ent corner of the vine- Re-Corin the Forson, build heart-perfect church 1,000 Robi I the ley, Chris Moine W Christ "the Christ I —A tenant MARY HARRIS IN AND WIFE. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, the largest membership of about 1500. During the which has gained new life, large amount of latter work is being planned. No doubt thinker. With Mrs. W. H. Griffin as a hands to do, will be done with honor. A. Church, the largest out 1500. During the life, large amount of planned. No doubt s. W. H. Griffin as a be done with honor All paya Co. D who ity, paid A Com MoI MAS 1921 Washington, Dec. 23.—(Associated Press)—Benton Stewart, Pinchback, Negro governor of Louisiana from Dec. 6, 1872, to Jan. 15, 1873, died here Dec. 21. He was 84 years old and had lived in Washington for the last thirty years. Rev. G. W. Robinson, pastor of the Corinthian Baptist church of the city, the next largest church of its kind. For the four years work by Dr. Robinson, it's pleasing to know that he has built a wonderful influence in the hearts of his laymen. Plans are being perfected to build a great Corinthian church. There is a membership of about 1,000 strong, under the guidance of Dr. Robinson much will be done. I take this method of extending to the presiding elder, Rev. A. W. Hackley, pastors and members of the Allen Christian Endeavor league of the Des Moines district, greetings: Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior which is Christ the Lord." I am yours for Christ and the church.—Anna Mae Morris, district superintendent A. C. E. L. TO OBEVERE CHRISTMAS The members of King Solomon Commandery of Knights Templar and King Solomon Guild of Heroines of the Templar Crusades, the ladies auxiliary of the commandery, will hold their annual installations jointly at North Star Masonic Temple, tomorrow, Friday evening, Dec. 23. On Sunday, Dec. 25 they will jointly celebrate the nativity by attending service at St. Paul's A. M. E. church in a body and in full uniform. The Sir Knights will assemble at their asylum promptly at ten o'clock and march to the church where they will be joined by the ladies at 10:45. All members will take notice and govern themselves accordingly.—By order C. C. Johnson, Eminent Commander; Helen Hudson, Princess Captain. NOTICE TO OUR ADVERTISERS It is very important that you see that all communications are addressed directly to the Bystander Publishing Co. All checks and money orders made payable to the Bystander Publishing Co. It will protect you as well as us. Do not pay those that represent us who cannot show credentials of authority. Demand a receipt for all money paid to agents. Address The Bystander Publishing Company, Chemical Building, Des Benton S. Pinchback Passes REV. G. W. ROBINSON. CHRISTMAS GREETINGS KNIGHTS TEMPLAR X ```markdown ``` Helo! Bill That's All The Elks are preparing to take care all deserving kiddies, those that are not fortunate to have what they would like for Christmas. Arrangement has been made for a big Christmas tree given by the Elks at Community Center, Thirteenth and Crocker streets Monday, Dec. 26. Do you know some kiddies that are deserving and appreciative to have the Elks give them a treat. Help them this much by sending in the application blanks below. Be sure that you address your letter direct to the Elks Christmas Editor Bystander Publishing Company, 201 Seventh street, Des Moines, Iowa. (Sign your name.) To the Elks Christmas Editor: These are the names of kiddies that are unfortunate and they will appreciate your treat Christmas, Dec. 26: Name ..... Address..... Name ..... Address..... Name ..... Address..... Name ..... Address..... Very truly, Signed. Church. Superin- Name ... Address...... Name ... Address...... Name ... Address...... Very truly, Signed. ◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊ MES. CLARA CRAWFORD. Most Noble Governor of the Households of Ruth No. 347, Secretary of the Educational Committee of the Baptist Association. Mrs. Crawford has a wonderful business ability in her line of work. ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` PRICE FIVE CENTS EAD THE BYSTANDER Publishing every Thursday by the Bystander Publishing Company, Des Moines 1877. Office in Chemical Building, Corner of Seventh and Mulberry streets Weekly news letters must be received not later than Tuesday of each week. Vivian L. Jones, Funeral Director Calls answered promptly day or night. Tele Office—Walnut 2767. Residence—Walnut 4964. 1208 CENTER STREET. WORLD'S BEST NEWS. The angel said unto them, Fear not; for, Eschold, I bring you good tiding of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord—Lake 2:10-11. GREETING The Lord bless thee and keep thee. The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.—Numbers 6:24-26. THE U. B. P. TO MEET IN DES MOINES 1922 The United Brotherhood of Friendship, the most prominent lodge among our people in the middle west, will hold its fifty-second annual convention in Des Moines next August. The organization comprises 200 grand lodges, 212 Royal Houses, 369 sisters of the Mysterious Ten and 223 juveniles, from the states of Missouri, Nebraska and Iowa. Of the total membership of 20,000, one,150 delegates will attend the session here. At the 1921 convention at Kansas City, the order was invited to meet in Des Moines in 1922 by Atty. John L. Thompson. The local arrangements committee is headed by John L. Thompson, 202 Waterson building, and its secretary is C. W. Harding. The convention which begins on August 14 and ends on Aug. 19, will be the largest colored gathering ever held in the state and will bring to Des Moines a number of Negro bands and marching units. COLORED POLITICAL WOMEN ORGANIZED At the open meeting of the League of Colored Women Voters held at the Tenth street center on last Thursday evening, interesting talks were made by the women who rendered special service in the recent street car franchise election among these being Mrs. Alice Graves speaking of her work at the second precinct of the third ward; Mrs. Laila Weeks of Third; Mrs. Hazel Mackenzie of Fourth and Third; Mrs. Lillian Burrell of the Fourth and Mrs. Addie Jones of the Fifth of the Sixth. Added interest was given when Mrs. Pamie Toulin speaking for the Fourth of the Second, told of her part, followed by Mrs. Mary M. Scott of the Fourth of the Fourth. Mrs. S. Joe Brown, chairman of the League who was responsible for this service, urged the women to stick together and prepare themselves for other political services that they would be called upon to render in time to some. Mrs. Brown then read extracts from the address of President Harding as recently delivered in congress in the conference on the "Limitation of Arm- $500,000 IN CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB The Iowa Loan & Trust Company Bank, Des Moines, through its Christmas Savings Club will distribute nearly one-half million dollars to over twelve thousand six hundred members. This would be equal to a check to one in every ten citizens of Des Moines. Thousands have learned the value of systematic savings through the Christmas Savings Club idea as adopted by the Iowa Loan & Trust Company Bank, and the growth of the club from a membership of five hundred in 1916 to over twelve thousand this year, be speaks well for this bank the old saying." "If a man can preach a better sermon, write a better book, or build a better mouse trap than his neighbor, the world will make a beaten pathway to his door." The club operated by the Iowa Loan & Trust Company Bank is among the large clubs in the United States, being several thousand larger than the largest club in Chicago. The larger clubs in the country are in Detroit with a membership of 35,000 and 22,000, a club of 20,000 at Pittsburg, and a club of 23,000 at Louisville. These are the only clubs known to be larger than the Des Moines club. The bank anticipates a larger membership for the 1922 club now forming as each year has added to the growth of the membership roll. Editorial Section Advertisers will find this paper an excellent medium in which to display their bargains and make their wants known YOUR PRINTING is A Valuable Asset of Your Business We Help Our Customers to Success With Presentable, Profitable PUBLICITY My This Simple Test One Reason Why GASGARA QUIMINE Acts On The Spot HLL'S C.B.Q. Tablets are best by test. Try this simple experiment: 1. Drop a C.B.Q. Tablet in a glass of clear water. 2. Intensely the tablet begins disintegrating or "breaking up." 3. In 10 seconds the medical proportion are thoroughly mixed with water. Thus, Milt's C. B. Q. Tablets not immediately, give rapid without delay and begin cleaning Calde and La Grigo long before ordinary tablets, by natural text, are absorbed by the stomach juices. To prove this, subject other than C. B. Q. Tablets to the test, and observe that in most instances an hour or more is required for complete disintegration. Demand C. B. Q. Tablets in red and brown bearing Milt's portrait and signature. Singing of Concernia. 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 success that have withstood washings in hot water, and has mended a telescope lens of fairly large size with this unique cement. torial SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE COLORED COMMUNITY CENTER FOR THE WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 25, 1921. Monday, Dec. 19—2-4 p. m., sewing classes; 3 p. m., playground Christmas tree; 7 to 8 p. m., drum and bugle; 8:30 p. m., Community Band No. 1; 8:30 p. m., Elk's ministrel practice. Tuesday, Dec. 20—2 to 4 p. m., sewing class; 8 p. m., Community Band No. 2; 8:30 p. m., American Legion; 8:30 p. m., ladies auxiliary American Legion. Wednesday, Dec. 21—8:15 p. m., Elk's ministrel at Auditorium; 8:30 p. m., boosters. Thursday, Dec. 22—2-4 p. m., sewing classes; 3 p. m., playground; 8 p. m., dashing eagles (Boys Club). Friday, Dec. 23-24:30 p. m., sewing classes; 3 p. m., playground; 2 p. m., Pollyyanaas; 7-8 p. m., drum and bugle; 8 p. m., Sunday school Girls club; 3:30 p. m., Community Band No. 1. Saturday, Dec. 24J10 a. m., Juvenile exercises; 8 p. m., Asbury church Christmas tree. Sunday, Dec. 25-4 p. m., Music Lovers Forum; 7-8 p. m., Asbury A. M. E. church. Last Sunday was a great day at the A. M. E. church, the occasion being the first quarterly meeting for this conference year. Mr. L. A. Jones preached at the morning service and took in a member. The Sunday school was held at 10 o'clock and there was a good attendance present. The Allen Christian Endeavor meeting was held at 6:30 p. m. Much interest was taken by the members in the discussion of the subject. The presiding elder addressed the meeting commending the members for the interest that they manifested in the society. The meeting was led by Miss Estella Dabner, Master Johnnie Gibbs will lead the meeting next. Sunday. The presiding elder preached the communion services at 7:30 p. m. to a full house. The quarterly conference was held on Tuesday evening and the receptions were good in every particular. The Ministerial association has promised to help the church in a similar manner as the church at Washington is being assisted. The presiding elder and the pastor appeared before the assistant on last Monday morning and laid the matter before them and they have appointed a committee to deal with the matter. 10,860 Members are deciding this question this month. Nearly $400,000.00 being distributed now Don't Envy The literary society met on last Monday evening the interesting feature of the program was a bedate, "Resolved that woman should have equal rights with man," the affirmative side was well taken care of by the following: Mr. Geo. Johnson, L. P. Quinn and Mrs. I. Green and the negative side was defended by Samuel Sykes, Mr. Lee Owens and Mr. Van Lissel. The following persons were selected as judges, Mr. Bennett, Miss Carrie Van Lissel, Mrs. R. E. Price, Mrs. Turner, Mrs. R. Turner, Miss Hazel Smith and they gave decision in favor of the affirmative. All items for the Bystander must be given to the pastor at the parsonage, 403 South B street not later than Monday of each week. JOIN THE CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB Iowa Loan—Trust Co. --BANK-- Hippo Mile. Mrs. Roof doing her to severely castrated painful, but writing. Mrs. Max sick is rep. The Fire planning to a Christmas 24. Mme. L. Mrs. Roe Cunningham last week while doing her washing had the misfortune to severely burn her hands with concentrated lye, which has been very painful, but are improving nicely at this writing. Mrs. Mamie Jones, who has been very sick is reported to be much better. The First Baptist Sunday school is planning to render a program and have a Christmas tree Saturday night, Dec. 24. Mme. L. H. Hughes, our hair dresser is being kept very busy these days, in her profession. Mrs. Lula Best has been very sick, but now, is improving nicely. The brotherhood in God's churen are holding revival meetings in the miner's hall. It is reported they are having large attendance. CATARRH OF THE STOMACH PE-RU-NA IN SERVICE FIFTY YEARS TABLETS OR LIQUID SOLD EVERYWHERE Che Y.M.C.A. The Young Men's Christian association among our people in Des Moines is facing an important factor in the lives of the men and boys of our city. You will note a schedule of the activities that are being promoted: Sunday, 4-5, Men's meeting by religious work committee. Monday afternoon, 3-5:30—Social hour and games for boys. Monday night, 8-9:30—Glee club and Atty, J. B. Morris. Tuesday afternoon, 3-5:30—Social hour and games for boys, E. C. Robinson. Tuesday night, 7-8:30 — Orchestra practice. Tuesday night, 8-9—Men's Bible class, Atty, S. Joe Brown. Wednesday afternoon—Social hour and games for boys, E. C. Robinson. Wednesday night, 7:30-9:15—Bible tudy and games for boys, E. C. Robinson. Thursday afternoon, 3:5:30—Social and game hour for boys, E. C. Robinson. Thursday night, 8:30-9:30 — High school club, E. C. Robinson. Friday night—Open for public af- fair. Rev, J. Z. Benson, president of G. A. B. Des Moines will be the speaker Sunday evening Dec. 25 at 4 p. m. A special invitation for ex-service men to be present. Subject, "What God Has Wrought." There will be a large number from the white clubs and G. A. R. posts of the city| Ladies are especially invited. Come and see for yourself. The famous Y quartette will be at its best they have been turning up for this occasion. HOW TO INVEST IT One who receives A Christmas Check. Have money yourself—save by a system—our club plan makes it easy. Community Service ATTY. H. B. WRIGHT in charge. FAIRFIELD IOWA MYSTIC IOWA OU CANT ENJOY LIFE with a sore, sour, biolated stomach. Food does not nourish. Instead it is a source of misery, causing pains, belching, dirziness and headaches. The person with a bad stomach should be satisfied with nothing less than permanent, lasting relief. 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For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord—Luke 2:10-11. GREETING The Lord bless thee and keep thee. The Lord make his face' shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.—Numbers 6:24-26. IN DES MOINES 1922 The United Brotherhood of Friendship, the most prominent lodge among our people in the middle west, will hold its fifty-second annual convention in Des Moines next August. The organization comprises 300 grand lodges, 212 Royal Houses, 369 Sisters of the Mysterious Ten and 223 Juveniles, from the states of Missouri, Nebraska and Iowa. Of the total membership of 20,000, some 1,500 delegates will attend the session here. At the 1921 convention at Kansas City, the order was invited to meet in Des Moines in 1922 by Atty. John L. Thompson. The local arrangements committee is headed by John L. Thompson, 202 Watrous building, and its secretary is C. W. Harding. The convention which begins on August 14 and ends on August 19, will be the largest colored gathering ever held in the state and will bring to Des Moines a number of Negro bands and marching units. COLORED POLITICAL WOMEN ORGANIZED At the open meeting of the League of Colored Women Voters held at the Tenth street center on last Thursday evening, interesting talks were made by the women who rendered special service in the recent street car franchise election among these being Mrs. Alice Graves speaking of her work at the second precinct of the third ward; Mrs. Lulu Weeks of Third; Mrs. Hazel Dixon of the Fourth of the Third; Mrs. Lillian Burrell of the Fourth of the Fourth and Mrs. Addie Jones of the Fifth of the Sixth. Added interest was given when Mrs. Fannie Tomlinson speaking for the Fourth of the Second Mary M. Searce of the Fourth of the Fourth. Mrs. S. Joe Brown, chairman of the League who was responsible for this service, urged the women to stick together and prepare themselves for other political services that they would be called upon to render in time to some. Mrs. Brown then read extracts from the address of President Harding as recently delivered in congress in the conference on the "Limitation of Arm- $500,000 IN CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB "The Iowa Loan & Trust Company Bank, Des Moines, through its Christmas Savings Club will distribute nearly one-half million dollars, to over twelve thousand six hundred members. This would be equal to a check to one in every ten citizens of Des Moines. Thousands have learned the value of systematic savings through the Christmas Savings Club idea as adopted by the Iowa Loan & Trust Company Bank, and the growth of the club from a membership of five hundred in 1916 to over twelve thousand this year, be speaks well for this bank the old saying." "If a man can preach a better sermon, write a better book, or build a better mouse trap than his neighbor, the world will make a beaten pathway to his door." The club operated by the Iowa Loan & Trust Company Bank is among the large clubs in the United States, being several thousand larger than the largest club in Chicago. The larger clubs in the country are in Detroit with a membership of 35,000 and 22,000, a club of 20,000 at Pittsburg, and a club of 28,000 at Louisville. These are the only clubs known to be larger than the Des Moines club. The bank anticipates a larger membership for the 1922 club now forming as each year has added to the growth of the membership roll. building Editorial Section Advertisers will find this paper an excellent medium in which to display their bargains and make theirwantsknown YOUR PRINTING Is A Valuable Asset of Your Business We Help Our Customers to Success With Presentable, Profitable PUBLICITY Try This Simple Test One Reason Why CASIONA QUININE Acts On The Spot H.R.L.'S C. R. Q. Tablets are best by test. Try this simple experiment: 1. Drop a C. R. Q. Tablet in a glass of clear water. 2. Intensely this tablet begins disintegrating or "breaking up." Thus, Mills C. B. Q. Tablets set immediately, give relief without delay and begin洗涤 Calde and La Gripe long before ordinary tablets, by natural heat, are absorbed by the stomach junction. To prove this, subject either C. Q. tablets to washing in water, which is in need of more or more in required for complete disinfection. Singlest of Camerria. 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 notes that he has mended success that have withstood washings in hot water, and has mended a telescope lee of finely large size with this unique cement. THE BYSTANDER, DES MOINES, IOWA torial SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE COLORED COMMUNITY CENTER FOR THE WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 25, 1921. Monday, Dec. 19—2-4 p. m., sewing classes; 3 p. m., playground Christmas tree; 7 to 8 p. m., drum and bugle; 8:30 p. m., Community Band No. 1; 8:30 p. m., Elk's minstrel practice. Tuesday, Dec. 20—2 to 4 p. m., sewing classes; 8 p. m., Community Band No. 2; 8:30 p. m., American Legion; 8:30 p. m., ladies auxiliary American Legion. Wednesday, Dec. 21—8:15 p. m., Elk's minstrel at Auditorium; 8:30 p. m., boosters. Thursday, Dec. 22—2-4 p. m., sewing classes; 3 p. m., playground; 8 p. m., dashing dales (Boys Club). Friday, Dec. 23—2:4:30 p. m., sewing classes; 3 p. m., playground; 2 p. m., Pollyannas; 7-8 p. m., drum and bugle; 8 p. m., Sunday school Girls club; 8:30 p. m., Community Band No. 1. Saturday, Dec. 24J10 a. m., Juvenile exercises; 8 p. m., Asbury church Christmas tree. Sunday, Dec. 25—4 p. m., Music Lovers Forum; 7-8 p. m., Asbury A. M. E. chureh. Last Sunday was a great day at the A. M. E. church, the occasion being the first quarterly meeting for this conference year. Mr. L. A. Jones preached at the morning service and took in a member. The Sunday school was held at 10 o'clock and there was a good attendance present. The Allen Christian Endeavor meeting was held at 6:30 p. m. Much interest was taken by the members in the discussion of the subject. The presiding elder addressed the meeting commending the members for the interest that they manifested in the society. The meeting was led by Miss Estella Dahner, Master Johnnie Gibbs will lead the meeting next Sunday. The presiding elder preached the communion services at 7:30 p. m. to a full house. The quarterly conference was held on Tuesday evening and the receptions were good in every particular. The Ministerial association has promised to help the Church in a similar manner as the church at Washington is being assisted. The presiding elder and the pastor appeared before the assistant on last Monday morning and laid the matter before them and they have appointed a committee to deal with the matter. HOW TO INVEST IT 10,860 Members are deciding this question this month. Nearly $400,000.00 being distributed now Don't Envy The literary society met on last Monday evening the interesting feature of the program was a bedate, "Resolved that woman should have equal rights with man," the affirmative side was well taken care of by the following: Mr. Geo. Johnson, L. P. Quinn and Mrs. I. Green and the negative side was defended by Samuel Sykes, Mr. Lee Owens and Mr. Van Lissel. The following persons were selected as judges, Mr. Beunett, Miss Carrie Van Lissel, Mrs. R. E. Price, Mrs. Turner, Mrs. R. Turner, Miss Hazel Smith and they gave decision in favor of the affirmative. All items for the Bystander must be given to the pastor at the parsonage, 403 South B street not later than Monday of each week. JOIN THE CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB Iowa Loan—Trust Co. --BANK-- Hippoo Bldg. Mrs. Roe Cunningham last week while doing her washing had the misfortune to severely burn her hands with concentrated lye, which has been very painful, but are improving nicely at this writing. Mrs. Mamie Jones, who has been very sick is reported to be much better. The First Baptist Sunday school is planning to reader a program and have a Christmas tree Saturday night, Dec. 24. Mme. L. H. Hughes, our hair dresser is being kept very busy these days, in her profession. Mrs. Lula Best has been very sick; but now, is improving nicely. The brotherhood in God's church are holding revival meetings in the miner's hall. It is reported they are having large attendance. CATARRH OF THE STOMACH YOU CAN'T ENJOY LIFE with a sore, sour, bloated stomach. Food does not nourish. Instead it is a source of misery, causing pains, belching, dizziness and headaches. The person with a bad stomach should be satisfied with nothing less than permanent, lasting relief. TABLETS OR LIQUID SOLD EVERYWHERE all Drugs are Dermatologically Tested The Y.M.C.A. The Young Men's Christian association among our people in Des Moines is facing an important factor in the lives of the men and boys of our city. You will note a schedule of the activities that are being promoted: Sunday, 4-5, Men's meeting by religious work committee. Monday afternoon, 3-5:30—Social hour and games for boys. Monday night, 8-9:30—Glee club and Atty. J. B. Morris. Tuesday afternoon, 3-5:30—Social hour and games for boys, E. C. Robinson. Tuesday night, 7-8:30 — Orchestra practice. Tuesday night, 8-9—Men's Bible class, Atty. S. Joe Brown. Wednesday afternoon—Social hour and games for boys, E. C. Robinson. Wednesday night, 7:30:9:15—Bible tudy and games for boys, E. C. Robinson. Thursday afternoon, 3:5:30—Social and game hour for boys, E. C. Robinson. Thursday night, 8:30:9:30 — High school club, E. C. Robinson. Friday night—Open for public affair. Saturday—Open day, 9:30 to 5:30. Y. M. C. A. Rev. J. Z. Benson, president of G. A. R. Des Moines will be the speaker Sunday evening Dec. 25 at 4 p. m. A special invitation for ex-service men to be present. Subject, "What God Has Wrought." There will be a large number from the white clubs and G. A. R. posts of the city| Ladies are especially invited. Come and see for yourself. The famous Y quartette will be at its best they have been turning up for this occasion. We shall expect you. 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Walker Co. West Street, Colis, Ind. t sent anywhere for $1.50. AN AGENT. Madam Walker's" ASKIN BLEACH lands of Madam C. J. Walk- ged her to perfect an effec- ponse to their demands she face Tan-Off on the market, three years of serious effort ends for frequent use, Tan- compound for brightening efficient treatment for tan, or clearing dull, lifeless com- vince you. Highly recom- dorsed. ed and unsecured. Applies and The church Bell met Wednesday evening at the residence of Mrs. W. Worrenymous with Mr. Thomas Burris mast. The next meeting with Mrs. K. M. Thomas, 3422 West Grand ave. that unique affair will be that of the "Coffee" given by the Monogram Guild at the parsonage Dec. 28 from 10 p. m. A variated program be-arranged for the affair. Little Virginia Jones was the winner of the Tempie Rivers doll and Mrs. Hazel Dixon the lucky recipient of the vouoir lamp. The Church Bell's meetings have been changed from Thursday to Wednesday again. The Usher Board met Tuesday with Ied Crews. After a very busy meeting the club adjourned after which a lovely luncheon was served to the hostess Sister Mrs. I. Williams. EMPLIMENTARY TO ST. PAUL'S A. M. U. E. MUSHER BOARD. Sum and Substance. Of all the club of St. Paul church like this one so very much," cried young lady the other day as she asked her napkin and went away. Another young lady who thinks with quick speed why certainly, I know yes, indeed. The women are good kids and everything. Their feasts always fit for a king. But another vamp said with sarcastic look. Huh! You don't know your IBC book. If you say that the eats one keep them. What about all those good looking browns. Why money is no object to them in the heart. They pay all kinds of prices for their feast when it comes to helping out all the ladies. They never know what it is to say maybe. Sometimes they are envised by passivity or a stone is hurled at them on the sly. But every knock is a boost to the old saying goes. But their parts are too big to yield to such But I know what it is that cheers them along And always in for more laughter and song It's that everlasting congeniality and love. In the minds of the Usher Board Club. —Jonnie Shaw. O little town of Bethlehem How still we see the heil! have thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by; let in thy street shineth the everlasting light; the hope and fears of all the years be met in the tonight. little mortals sleep, the angels keep their watch of wondering love. morning stars, together melaim the holy birth. and praises sing to God the King, and peace to men on earth! How silently, how silently, the wondrous gifts are given; the God imparts to human hearts the blessings of his heaven. So ear may hear his coming, but in this world of sin, Where meek souls will receive him still, the dear Christ enters in. D Holy Child of Bethlehem! Descend to us, we pray; out out our sins, and enter in, we born in us today. We hear the Christmas angels the great glad tidings tell; home with abide with us, the Lord Immanuel! BRISTIAN ENDEAVOR AT 6:30. Instead of the regular topic discussion the prayer meeting committee will use," supplemented with "Ghite gifts for the King." Silver offering, under a play "When the King everybody is invited. The missionary committee wishes to ask the members and many friends of the fruit, potatoes and donations that was given last Sunday. Whatsoever do to the lrest of my little niece do to me. Topic for January 1 "Better Christmas Endeavor societies," I Corinthian 327.68. (Consecration meeting). We trust that each member will do in part this year to help to make the best a better one. motto-Better endeavors makes better societies. tion topic, "Better Things to Seek Year," Luke 2:52. Locals Around Town Zaid Temple No. 90 of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine elected the following officers: Illustrious Potentate, T. T. Jones; Chief Rabban, B. N. Tyler; Assistant Rabban, Bert Harris; High Priest and Prophet, C. B. Woods; Principal Guide, Jas. H. Woods; Treasurer, Wm. Howard and Recorder, Ralph Burnaugh. The Home Makers league will meet in its usual headquarters, 314 South Fourth Street for the purpose of selecting officers for the ensuing year, and would like all members holding dollar ticket¹⁾ report to the one from whom you received the tickets or to Mrs Mary Manning at headquarters meeting at 2 o'clock p. m. Mrs. Manning was put in charge of the unfortunate children of her dislike for the Elks Christmas festival or the unfortunate, has completed her work and has turned her report over to Mrs. Sallie Gater by order of the Chairman, Mrs. Mandie Wilkerson, whose work Zied Temple No. 90. A.E.A. Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine Will give their Outstanding event of the season Dec. 29th at the Famous Cotillion Ball Room NUFF SAID Comittee:- Bert A. Harris, H. Seymore and R. Burnaugh Mrs. Manning also reports a very sick woman in her neighborhood in the person of Mrs. Mary Rodgers of 327 South West Fourth street and has sent her to the Samaritan hospital. She is the wife of a disabled soldier with an eight months old child. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH 122 Park street, Wm. H. Wheeler, pastor. Sunday school, 9:45 a. m.; Sunday 11 a. m., preaching, subject, "Signs of the Times." Come. Sunday was a glorious day at Corinthian. The message was wholesome and Dr. Robinson was at his best. The shut ins of the church were remembered and Christmas baskets are being prepared to make their Christmas a pleasant one. The collection was good, attendance was good. The Sunday school was much alive in both departments with more than 185 in attendance. Collection $9.80. Class No. 4 receiving the banner. The banner contest in the Corinthian Sunday school is quite an incentive. It creates much interest through every phase of the good work and makes the Sunday school a heavenly place to be, so when you fail to come to Corinthian Sunday school you are missing a blessing that awaits your coming. A cordial welcome to all. —C. F. Topson, superintendent. The Deaconess Board will meet Sunday, Dec. 25 at 5:30 o'clock in the pastor's study—Mrs. Lucy James, chairman. Miss Octava Rone, Miss Sara James, Miss Loraine Crawford and Miss Luda Spriggs. Best wishes for their success. The Ushers club installed new lights in the church at the cost of more than $90. Last year the club made a gift of $75 to the church for Christmas. Congratulations. The Altar Guild will meet with Mrs. Graves on Fourteenth and Crocker streets. The members are asked to attend. The Unity Circle held a very pleasant meeting with Mrs. Peterson on Scott street last Tuesday evening. After a brief business session they adjourned to the second Tuesday in January. Mr. Leonard Dixon of St. Louis, Mo. will be guest in the home of Mrs. Lucy James during the holidays, 127 Regart street. Notwithstanding Miss Sara James is wearing the broad smile. The sermon Sunday evening delivered to the Starlight band by our good pastor was very timely and much good was derived. The band under the leadership of Mrs. Ida MacOwens came out in full. The program preceding the sermon was rendered by the children. The duet by Elizabeth Gravces and Frances Holt was a rare treat and much enjoyed by all present. With Mrs. Lucy James as leader, a great number of the Corinthian members stormed the home of Dr. and Mrs. G. W. Robinson Tuesday evening Dec. 20 and with everything that could be thought of was carried by the group leaving the table heavily laden and the pastor with his lovely wife was made happy. All departed at the usual hour. Everyone well pleased and voted the evening well spent. Mission Circle No. 2 of the west side will give a sock entertainment Thursday evening, Dec. 29 at the residence of Mrs. V. M. Morrow, 1316 Laurel street. Fine menu served to everyone free. Admission free.—Mrs. Ghee, chairman. thian Aid; recording secretary of M. M. No. 567; Noble Governor of District Household No. 21; president of Philis Wheatley of St. Mary Club; secretary of the educational committee of the Baptist association. Mrs. M. Crawford is a person of rare ability, dealing fair and on the square with those she comes in contact with. A strict out and out business manager, one who make things go. She is well known along the lines of bringing things to pass. Diligent in everything she undertakes, a faithful wife and mother. Mrs. Goggings is the teacher of the young peoples class No. 2 a year and a half ago had three scholars, Today thirteen. Some high school students and offers in the Sunday school; president of Welcome Committee, organized two years ago. Reorganized with five members now thirty-five. She has filled president of Herald association since Mrs. Fred Helton left the city. During the past three months has enrolled twenty-three new members. In the recent election of the Herald association. She was ere-elected as vice president. She is also a member of the Educational Committee, first colored Iowa to hold secretary of the Community Center; first to hold the M. N. G, of Rebecca of Household of Ruth No. 339 for three successive years. The W. H. and F. M. Circle will meet next Friday at 1 p. m. at the home of Mrs. Francis Brown on East Grand avenue and First street on the north side of Grand. All members be present. Visitors invited. Come praying. Bibles in hand. Lesson for the evening. "A Question in Five Words," latter clause John 5.6. "Wilt thou be made whole?" Other references are, John 6:37, I Corinthian 5:10, Psalms 49:6.7, Mark 10:52. At 3:30 baptizing here. All are invited at 5:30, the B. Y. P. U. will render a Christmas program, play, "The Bethlehem Play." Come out everyone and witness the affair on the Lord's blessed birthday. On Monday at 3 p. m. there will be a big brother and big sister dinner at the church here for the benefit of the children. Each grown-up is to pay for a dinner for some child that you draw their name from the basket with all children's name written and pinned on it. The ticket is 75c and it stands for your dinner and the child's name you draw. This dinner is given under the auspices of the Mapie street Sunday school. Let every grown-up help to make it nice for the little ones this Christmas by coming out and buying their dinner. This is a suggestion by our superintendent, H. Dudley. The Sunday school gave a splendid play under the leadership of Mrs. F. Dudley and teachers of the Sunday school. Bro. J. T. Toldman is still confined to his home on East Sixteenth and Lyon streets from injuries received in an explosion a few weeks ago. Mrs. Mattie Branch is sick at her home on East Twenty-first street. Mrs. Francis Brown is ill at her home on East First and Grand avenue. Mr. and Mrs. P. Washington one of the First Peoples Co-operative store folks lost their ten months old baby girl last Monday at 1542 Buchanan street. The two families, the former and Mr. and Mrs. King S. Range left Tuesday night for Chicago, their former home for the burial of their darling little daughter. These young people are members of Maple street and we do bow our heads in submission to the will of the blessed Lord for he knows best and the family has our heartfelt sympathy. Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Gross of 2014 Stewart street are the proud parents of a fine baby girl. Mother and baby are doing nicely. The Maple street eradle roll is rapidly increasing. Bates Hattie J. Bates was sick a few days with a cold, but is much improved. Rev. Bates has been bothered with toothache and rheumatism We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and may you all enjoy a many one to come. "For unto you is born this day in the City of the Lord a Saviour which is Christ the Lord, Luke 2:11. Sunday school lesson, "The Visit of the Wise Men," Matt, 2:1-12. Golden text, "And when they had opened their treasures, they presented him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrhr." Matt. 2:11, Practical truth, Christ is found by those who search for him, Topic, "The Most Joyous Day in the Year." B. Y. P. U., River of Salvation, Ezekiel 47:1-12. Golden text, Psalms 46:4. There is a river, the stream where of shall make glad the city of God. The holy place of the Tabernacle of the most high. MOLES WARTR BISTMARKS CUTICIDE. Read on your name and address. Use It No Work. If insisted, it must be insured by a police officer and name and address today. Big Sale! Eve MA N.W. Co In a The big W front Ducks - Geese - Chickens - Corn - Red beans - Tomates - Apples, Orang potatoes a Prices Big clean Get in Big Sale! The Event MAIN N.W. Cor. C In alley The big White front Mar Cut-F Ducks - 33c dree Geese - 30c dree Chickens - 30c dree Corn - - 10c Red beans - 10c Tomates - 13c Apples, Oranges Swee potatoes at cost Prices Cut Big clean new Get in on o THE Every-Day MARKET N.W. Cor. City Public Market In alley off Locust Street The big White tile front and Green front Market off Locust St. Ducks - 33c dressed Geese - 30c dressed Chickens - 30c dressed Pork chops - 25c lb. Fresh hams - 22c lb. Pot roast - 12c lb. Corn - - 10c can Red beans - 10c can Tomates - 13c can Apples, Oranges Sweet potatoes at cost Raisins - 25c Olives, large bottle - 27c Pineapples Peaches 4 big cans Apricots for 96c Big clean new stock to selecr from Get in on our OUR Big Sale Come one! --- UNION CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Tenth and Park streets, Rev. B. F. White, pastor. The pastor filled his pulpit the past Sunday morning an devening and brought to his people two splendid messages which were well received. His morning theme was, "The Overcrowd Inn," which was also his Christmas message. The members came out in goodly numbers who seemed to feel that it was indeed good to be at the house of God. For the next two Sundays the pastor will be away from his pulpit as he leaves for Dallas, Texas. Thursday morning where he will spend the holidays with his wife and friends of his home city, the church having voted him a two weeks' vacation at a recent business when he was also unanimously called to remain with the church another year. The pastor will be back in his pulpit Jan. 8 the second Sunday in the new year when the first com Prices Cut! Day MKT Public Market First Street ont and Green occust St. Sale chops - 25c lb. hams - 22c lb. oast - 12c lb. ans - 25c s, large bottle - 27c apples es 4 big cans ots for 96c Back Bottom to selecr from 2 Big Sale Come all! munion will be held and the presence of every member will be expected. The coming Sunday the pulpit will be occupied by Rev. J. B. Adkins, D. D., field secretary of the Congregational hospital. The public is invited tc hear Dr. Adkins. The annual business meeting of the church and banquet will be held in the basement of the church Wednesday Jan. 11 nt 7:30 p. m. Let every member be present. WEST SIDE REAL ESTATE For sale or for rent. Five room cottage with well, clistern, gas, cellar, shrubbery, garden spot and good out buildings. S. JOE BROWN 515 Mulbler St. Ph. 1181 Wal. Day ET Market street and Green st St. sale - 25c lb. - 22c lb. - 12c lb. - 25c e bottle - 27c 4 big cans for 96c Bottom ecr from Sale --- ee a ee en eneenmens ” ’s Who Des Moi % 4 Who’s Who Des Moines News * f. ‘ i BY MRS. NWA Man MORRIS Gall Bed 5324 or Walnut 899 BP Se @333€€€3333332€€333323333CCECcCaaace Mrs. Manning also reports a very thian Aid; recording secretary of M sick eee a nelghtorbood is, she M, Ae: ou siohle rie ie a bY erson oO} irs, lar, lodgers of trict lousehold No, 21; president of St Pal As MALE Che | Seth een Sh Wy a eT ee nD the wife of a disabled scldier wiit an) of the Baptist association. Mra, M REV. W. H. GRIFFIN, Pastor (| cight months old child. {of the Bay 8T, PAUL NOTES, The ehurch Bell met Wednesday evening atthe residence of Mrs. W Hieronymous with Mr, Thomas Burris as host. ‘The next meeting with Mrs G, M. Thomas, $422 West Grand ave ‘A very unique aftair will be that o! the ‘Coffee’? given by the Monogram Circle at the parsonage Dee, 28 from 20 10 p. m.\ A, variated program be- ing arranged ‘for the affair. ‘Little Virginia Jones was the winner of the Tempio Rivers doll and Mrs. Hazel Dixon the icky recipient of the poudoir lamp. The Church Bell’s meetings have been changed from Thursday to Wed. nesday again, The Usher Board met Tuesday with Mr, Jed Grews, After a very busy meeting the club adjourned’ after whieh a lovely luncheon was served by the hostess Sister- Mrs, I, Williams, COMPLIMENTARY TO ST. PAUL'S ‘A.M. B, USHER BOARD. Sum and Substance, Of all the club’ of St. Paul chureh “Tlie this one so very much,’? cried one young lady the .other day as she folded her napkin and went away. ‘Another young lady ‘who thinks with quick speed why certainly, I know why, yes indeed. ‘The women are good cooks and everything, Their feasts are alwaya fit for a’ king, But another vamp said with sarcas- tie look. Huh! You don’t know your A-B-C book, If you say that the eats ‘alone keep them,. What about all those good looking browns. : Why money is no object to them in the heart, They pay all kinds of prices for their feast when it comes to help- ing ont all the ladies. They never, know what it is to say maybe. Sometimes they dre envied by pass- exsby or @ stone is hurled at them on the sly. But every knock is a boost as the old saying goes, But their hearts aro.,too big to yield to such procs. But I know what it is that cheers them along And always in for more laughter and song: It’s that everlasting congeniality and love In the minds of tie Usher Board Club. —Jonnie Shaw. little town of Bethlehem low still we seo thee liel hove thy deep and dreamless steep-~ he silent stars go by; et in thy strect shineth i he everlasting light; the hope and fears of all the years re met in thee tonight. For Christ is born of Mary, nd gathered all above, hile mortala slee;, the angels keep heir watch of wondering love, morning, stars, together roclaim the holy birth, 5 nd praises sing to God the King, nd peace to men on earth! low silently, how silently, he wondrous gifts are given; o God imparts to buman hearts he blessings of his heaven. Xo car may hear his coming, jut in this world of sim, Vhere meek souls will receive him atill, he dear Christ enters in, Holy Child of Bethlehem! escend to us, we pray; ‘ast out our sins, and enter in, je born in us. today. e hear the Christmas angels he great glad tidings tell; come with abide with us, ar Lord Immanuel! CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOE AT 6:30. Instead of the regular topie discus- ion the prayér meeting committee will came,’ supplemented with ‘Ghite ifts’ for the King.’ Silver offering. ender & play (‘When the King verybody is invited, ‘The missionary committee wishes to hank the members and many friends lor the fruit, potatoes and donations hat was given last Sunday. Whatso- jver ye do to tho Ireast of my little es ye do to me, i Topie for January 1 ‘Better Chris- Han Endeavor accicties,’? I Corinthian 5:57-58, (Consecration meeting). We trust that each member will do is part this year to help to make the ciety a better one. Moito—Better endeavors makes bet: | societies: Junior topie, (“Better Things to Seck i ape Seas Ae gah : ocals Around Town Zeid Temple No, 90 of the Ancient gyptian Arabic Order of the Nobles the Mystie Shrine elected the fol- wing officers: Illustrious Potentate, V. T. Jones;. Chief Rabban, B. N. ivde; Assistant Rabban, Bert’ Harris; ‘igh Priest andi Prophet, C, B. Woods; riental Guide, Jas, H. Wooda; Treas- rer, Wm. Howard and Recorder, Ralph urnangh. —=— The Home Makers league will meet Ht its usual headquarters, 314 South ‘est: Fourth street for the purpose of lecting oficers: for the ensuing veer. ind would like all members holding Gollar ticket”? report to the one from hom you received the tickets or to is. Mary Manning at headquarters ieeting at 2 o’clock p. m. Mre,/Manning was put in charge tthe unfortunate children of her dis- ict for the Elks Christmas festival the unfortunate, has completed her rk and has turned her report over to rs. Sallie Gater by order of th airman, Mrs. Mandie Wilkerson, icé-Woman. is o-o-@-4-¢ 0 6-40-60 © © #4 0 ¢ ¢ 2 Se Eee Look! Look! Look! — ; Zied Temple No. 90. A.E.A. Or- + der of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine Will give their Outstanding + event of the season Dec. 29th at } the Famous Cotillion Ball Room NUFF SAID Comittee:- Bert A. Harris, H. Seymore and t R. Burnaugh igh i pices, Manning also reports a very ‘sick woman in her neighborhood in the oon of Mrs, Mary ‘Rodgers of 327 jouth West Fourth street and has sent her to the Samaritan (hospital, ‘She is the wife of a disabled soldier with an eight months old child. ASBURY -M. E, OHUROH. 122 ‘Park street, Wm, H. Wheeler, pastor. Sunday school, 9:45 a, m.; Sunday 11 a, m, preaching, subject, “Signs of the Times,’ Come. Corinthian Baptist Ch — REY. G. W. ROBINSON, Pastor CORINTHIAN worse jon ihe es Gay at Corin- thian. ‘The message was wholesome and Dr. Robinson was at his best. The shut ins of the chureh were remem- bered und Christmas baskets are being Prepared to make their Christmas a pleasant one, The collection was good, attendance was good. The Sunday ‘school Was much alive in both depart- ments with more than 185 in attend- anee. Collection $9.80. Class No. 4 receiving the banner, The banner con- test. in the Corinthian Sunday school is quite an incentive, It éreates much interest through every:phase of the good work and makes the Sunday school a heavenly place to be, 80 when you fail to come to Corinthian Sunday achool you are missing a blessing that awaits your coming. A cordial weleome to all. —C, F, Topson, superintendent, The Deaconess Board will, mect Sun- day, Dee. 25 at 5:30 o’cléck in the pastor’s study.—Mrs, Lucy James, chairman, THE HIGH scHOOL GRADUATES FOR 1921 Miss Octava Rone, Miss Sara James, Miss Loraine Crawford and Miss Luda Spriggs, Best wishes for their success. The Ushers club installed new lights in the chureh at the cost of more than $90. Last year the club made a gift of $75 to the church for Christmas. Congratulations, The Altar Guild will meet with Mrs. Graves on Fourteenth and Crocker streets. The members are asked to attend. The Unity Circle held a very pleasant meeting with Mrs, Peterson on Scott street Jast Tuesday evening. After a brief business session they adjourned to the second Tuesday in January. Mr, Leonard Dixon of St, Louis, Mo. will be guest in the home of Mrs, Lucy Tanies “during the Holidays, 127 Rogart strect, Notwithstanding Miss Sara James is wearing the broad smile. ‘The sermon Sunday evening delivered to the Starlight band by our good pas- tor was very timely and much good was derived. ‘The band under the leader- | ship of Mrs, Ida MacOwens came out. in full. The program preceding the sermon was rendered by the children. | The duet by Elizabeth Graves and Franees Holt was a rare treat and much enjoyed by all present. With Mrs, Lucy James as leader, a great number of the Corinthian mem- bera stormed the home of Dr. and Mrs. G. W, Robinson Tuesday evening Dec. 20 and with everything that could be rhought of was carried by the group leaving the table heavily laden and the pastor with his lovely wife was made happy, All departed at the usual hour. Everyone well pleased and. voted the evening well spent. ‘ ‘Mission Circle No. 2 of the west side will give a sock entertainment Thurs- lay evening, Dec, 29 at the residence of Mrs, V, M. Morrow, 1316 Laurel street. Fine menu served to everyone free. Ad- mission free——Mrs. Ghee, chairman, Prof. H. R, Graves, chorister of Cor- inthian choir for more than fourteen years, has. made. wonderful progress. The choir consists of thirty-three voices ‘our different instruments at one. period of this time he held ithe congregation to- gether for six months with a pastor. ‘Mrs. M. Crawford is the business manager of the Herald " association; Most Noble Governor of Household f Ruth No, 847; president of Corin- : See Se PAVE AM AD osc thian Aid; recording secretary of M. M. No. 567; Noble Governor of Dis- trict Household No, 21; president of Phillis Wheatley of St, Mary Club; see- retary of the educational committee of the Baptist association, Mrs. M. Crawford is a person of rare ability, dealing fair and on the square with those ‘she comes in contact with, A striet out and out business manager, one who make things go. She is well Known along the lines of bringing things to pass, Diligent in everything she undertakes, a faithful wife and mother, Mrs. ‘Goggings is the teacher of the young peoples class No, 2 a year and @ half sgo had three scholars, Today thirteen, Some high sehool students and offers in the Sunday school; pres- ident of Weleome Committee, organ ized two years ago, Reorganized with five members now thirty-five, She has filled president: of Herald association sinee Mrs. Fred Helton left the city. During the past three months has en- rolled twenty-three new members. In the recent election of the Herald asso- ciation. She was re-elected as vice president, . She is also a member of the Educa- tional Committee, first colored Iowan to hold secretary of the Community Center; first to hold the M. N. G, of Rebecea of Household of Ruth No, 339 Yor thece buscemive vaets,. Maple Street Ch. MAPLE STREET Sa Sonn Seaman ‘The W. H, and P. M. Circte will meet next Friday at 1p. m. at the home of Mrs. Francis Brown on East Grand avenue and First street on the north side of Grand, AN members be pres: ent. Visitors invited. Come praying. Bibles in hand, Lesson for the even- ing, “A Question in Five Words.” latter clause John 5:6, ‘Wilt thou be made whole??? Other references are, John 6:37, I Corinthian 5:10, Psalms 4926-7, Mark 10:52. At 3:30 baptizing here. AM are in- vited at, 5:30, the B. Y. P. U. will ren- der a Christmas program, play, ‘The Bethlehem Play.’? Come out’ every- one and witness the affair on the Lord’s blessed birthday. On Monday at 3 p. m, there will be a dig brother and big sister dinner at ‘the chureh here for the benefit of the children. Each grown-up is to pay for 2 dinner for some child that you draw their name from the basket’ with all ebildren’s. name. written and -pinned-on it. The ticket is 75¢ and it stands for your dinner and the child’s name you draw. This dinner is given under the auspices of the Maple strect Sunday school. Let every grown-up help to make it niee for the little ones this Christmas by coming out and buying their dinner. This is a suggestion by our superintendent, H, Dudiey. ‘The Sunday school gave a splendid Play under the leadership of Mrs, F. Dudley and teachers of the Sunday school. Bro, J. T. Toldman is still confined to his home on East Sixteenth and Lyon streets. from injuries received in an explosion a few weeks ago. ‘Mrs, Mattie Branch is sick at_her home on East Twenty-first street. Mra. Francis Brown is ili at her home on Fast First and Grand avenue. Mr, and Mrs. F, Washington one of the First Peoples Co-operative store folks lost their ten months old -baby girl last Monday at 1542 Buchanan street. The two ‘families, the former and Mr. and Mrs, King 8. Range left Tues- day night for Chicago, their former home for the burial of their darling little daughter. ‘These young people are members of Maple street and we do bow our heads in submnission to the will of the blessed Lord for he knows best and the family has our heartfelt sympathy. ‘Mr. and Mrs, 8. P. Gross of 2014 Stewart street are the proud parents of a fine baby. girl. Mother and baby are doing nicely. ‘i ‘The Maple street cradle roll is rapid- ly increasing, 3 Little Hattie J. Bates was sick a few days with a cold, but is much “im- proved. i Rev. Bates has been bothered with ‘CHF Every-Day N.W. Cor. City Public Market In alley off Locust Street The big White tile front and Green ’ front Market off Lecust St. Cut-Rate Sale Ducks - 38c dressed |Pork chops - 25 Ib. Geese - 80c dressed |Freshhams - 22c lb. Chickens - 30c dressed | Pot roast - 12c Ib. Corn - - 10c can | Raisins - 25¢ Red beans - 10c can | Olives, large bottle - 27c Tomates - 18c can | Pineapples Apples, Oranges Sweet | Peaches 4 big cans potatoes at cost Apricots for 96¢ Prices Cut to Rock Bottom Big clean new stock to selecr from Get.in on our OUR Big Sale Come one! Come all! £25 BYSTANDER ae meee BYBTAWDER (2 Srna toothache and rheumatism, We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and may you all enjoy a many one to come. “For unto you is born this day in the City of David a Saviour which is Christ the Lord, Luke 2:21, Sunday school lesson, ‘The Visit of the Wise Men,’’ Matt, 2:1-12, Golden text, ‘(And when they had opened their treasures, they presented him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh,’? Matt. 2:11, Practical truth, Christ is found by those who search for him. ‘Topic, “The Most Joyous Day in the Year.’? B. Y, P. U,’? River of Salvation,’? Eerkiel 4721-12, Golden text, Psalms 46:4, There is a river, the stream where of shall make glad the city of God. The holy Mace of the Tabernacle of the most high. "BQ ata aiTamanss MOLES EEE se See ee Wousven'onud’co: pert ae UNION CONGREGATIONAL ' ‘OHUROH, Tenth and Park streets, Rev, B, F. White, pastor. “The pastor filled his pulpit the past ‘Sunday morning an devening and brought to his people two. splendid messages which wero well received. His morning theme was, ‘<The Over- crowded Inn,’? which was also his Christmas message. The members came ‘out in goodly numbers who seemed to [feel that it was indeed good to be at [the house of God, For the next two Sundays the pas- tor will be away from his pulpit as he Teaves for Dallas, Texas’ Thursday morning where he will spend the holi- days with his wifo and friends of his home city, the church having voted him a two'weeks’ vacation at a recent business when he was also unanimous: ly called to remain with the churel another year. ‘The pastor will be back in his pulpit Jan. 8 the second Sunday in the new yeat when the first com munion will be held-and the presento of every member will bo expected, ‘The coming Sunday the pulpit ‘will be occupied by Rev, J, B, Adkins, D. D,, field secretary ‘of the Congrega- tional hospital. The publie is invited to hear Dr. Adkins, ‘Tho annual business’ mecting of tho chureh and banquet will be held in the basement of the chureh Wednesday Jan. 11 at 7:30 p. m, Let every mem- ber be present. 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TIES—Narrow Silk Ties with open ends—fashionable narrow knits—all colors .....$1.00 SILK SHIRTS—Broadcloths, Crepe de Chines, Jersey, Pussy Willows; checks, stripes; plain—up from $7.50 HOSE—Phoenix Silk, 75c to $2.00; Silk and Wool Mixtures at .....$1.00 and $1.50 BATH ROBES—Blanket Robes in checks, plaids, stripes and Indian Patterns .....$10.00 Frankel's 513-515-517 WALNUT ST. Sefren's Christmas SALE OF FURS 25 to 33 1-3 per cent off As fur manufacturers on a large scale selling direct to the people, we always give better values than you can obtain elsewhere. Now during this great Christmas sale our already low prices are cut 25 to 33 $ \frac{1}{2} $ per cent, making bargains you cannot possibly duplicate. Remember you may select from the largest and finest stocks of furs ever assembled in Des Moines. If you are thinking of furs as Christmas gifts you should attend this sale. Local Happenings Am friends. Rev. Jones was at a loss to find words to express his utter surprise and gratitude for such a pleasing Thanksgiving gift. Mrs. Gil Harris, famous for her southern creole delicacies, prepared an elaborate dinner which was served during the day and enjoyed by all. The evening was very uniquely spent. A very informal program participated in by all present was quite a feature. Mr. Geo. Perkins suggested three minutes' discussions on some one of the national issues of the day which was really interesting as well as instructive and entertaining. Thusly the day was spent and each one present voiced the sentiment of the others that it was the most enjoyable day spent in the history of the community. While the older people were in the assembly hall, the younger ones were having the time of their lives in the gymnasium. Quite a neat sum was realized. Mrs. Gid Harris presented to the church for use in the cafeteria all the needed tableware, kitchen utensils, etc. Too much cannot be said in praise of Mrs. Harris for her loyalty and liberality. She is not a member of our church but is a true and tried friend and is always willing and ready to render whatever assistance possible. Christmas program service from 9:30 a. m. to 10:20 p. m.; Scripture reading Matthew 2:1-10; Lord's prayer in concert led by Deacon C. T. Clark; subject, "Is It Right to Give Gifts to the House of the Lord?" by Deacon O. Gray; solo, Mrs. A. Pleasant; Rev. G. E. Douglas will speak on Christmas and what means to man, Luke 2:14; song, ladies quartette; duett, Deacon J. H. Dunn and Mrs. F. Thompson; solo, Mrs. C. Clark; remarks, Rev. Green. Brunk's Boo 502 WALNUT STREET EIGHT ANNERVERSA Is Now In Full Sway With Prices for Every Purse During this sale we are offering exceptional values in high class merchandise up to the last minute in style. Wigwam Pumps in patent and gun metal $3.95 Ladies' Black and Brown Suede Pumps $6.85 Nettleton Shoes of worth. Correct styles for men $12.50 Bostonian's Shoes in all styles and leather $4.95 to $9.85 CHAMBERLAIN'S COUGH REMEDY FOR THE RELIEF OF Coughs, Colds CROUP. WHOOPING COUGH, NO ARSENESS, BRONCHITIS. THIS REMEDY CONTAINS NO NARCOTIC Manufactured by Chambertain Medicine Co. Manufacturing Pharmacists. Des Moines, Iowa, U. S. A. PRICE, THIRTY-FIVE CENTS. [Copyrighted by Chambertain & Co. 1892.] Sunday, December 11 the services well attended at both church it being rally day at the Second Baptist church at 2:30 o'clock Rev. Hubbard, pastor of the St. Jacob's A. M. E. church filled the pulpit and preached a soul stirring sermon which lighten the hearts of his hearers. The rally was a complete success. The Mission Circle of the Second Baptist church met Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Albert Castor. A very pleasant time was enjoyed. The hostess served a two course luncheon which was enjoyed by all. The ladies of the Second Baptist church gave an entertainment Saturday evening at the Keystone hall. A neat sum was realized. Sunday, Dec. 18 being Stewardess THE FYSTANDER NOTICE. The news of the below listed towns will appear next week. FT. DODGE ITEMS. Coppin Chapel A. M. B. Church. Ft. Dodge, Iowa.—We are proud to say that our church is progressing remarkably. Unto God we are succeeding. Thanksgiving day was very fittingly observed and a long to be remembered one for those who were present at the festivities. The Rev. N. B. Jones, pastor, designated the day as "Get Acquainted Day." The morning service was quite impressive and helpful. Rev. Jones was at his best. The choir rendered special numbers which thrilled the audience. After the devotional exercises the proclamation of President Harding was read by Mrs. Casler. The sermon was very inspiring and eloquent. At the conclusion of the service Mrs. Oscar Williams requested to speak and to the utter surprise of everyone approached with a large sack which has a very suspicious aspect. She then read a beautiful poem, "Let Him Know It," and spoke of the "pig" the sack contained. Mrs. Geo, Perkins was requested to present the sack to our beloved pastor, Rev. Jones and with some deliberation and reluctance, amid laughter and suspense. He opened the sack which revealed a handsome sweater jacket. It was really an agreeable and pleasing surprise which shows the appreciation of the membership and (To be continued next issue). 1 Reporter. Mr. and Mrs. Goo. Bailey left last Saturday morning for their home in Ottumwa to spend the holidays. Mrs. Fred Price and baby have returned to Mt. Pleasant from Burlington. Presiding Elder A. W. Hackley accompanied by Rev. C. P. Jones came down from Fairfield Saturday afternoon and remained until Sunday afternoon. Last Saturday evening Presiding Elder Hackley assisted by Rev. C. P. Jones conducted general class and love feast. Although the attendance was small the meeting was good all felt the spirit was present. Quarterly conference was held at the close of the meeting. Mr. Eugene Patterson was elected as a delegate to represent his church at district conference while Mr. Watts was elected alternate. Last Sunday morning was quarterly meeting Presiding Elder Hackley preached one of his fine sermons. Everyone received a pentecostal shower. Capt. G. Thomas and wife of Jefferson City, Mo., state slum worker and county jail chaplain of Missouri spent several days in the city. While here he and his wife were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clay Reed. Captain Thomas occupied the pulpit of the A. M. E. church last Sunday evening in the absence of their pastor, Rev. C. P. Jones. The missionary ladies of the Second Baptist church met last Monday afternoon at Mrs. Nettie Thompson on Division street. Mrs. Eugene Patterson is slowly improving. will break a Cold, Fever and Grippe quicker than anything we know, preventing pneumonia OTTUMWA, IOWA. Reporter. Mrs. Elizabeth Downey is still ill on the sick list. We are glad to state Mrs. Minnie Bibb is improving. The funeral service of Mrs. Hattie Bates was held at the Second Baptist church Sunday at 2:30 o'clock. The funeral service of Mrs. Hattie Benton was held at Mt. Zion A. M. E. church Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock, Rev. E. R. Edward officiating. WATERLOO, IOWA. Reporter. Services were well attended at the A. M. E. church last sabbath and I am sure everyone who had the pleasure of hearing Kev. P. M. Lennis, pastor at the morning service was more than lifted up with "joy unspeakable." Dr. Lewis in his usual manner of eloquence delivered one of the best sermons ever heard. And before he completed his discourse our souls cried out in the language of David, "Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation." May God bless the message and messenger. At 7:30 after remarks by pastor the anniversary program of the B. F. Lee club rendered some beautiful selection. Solo, Mrs. Thorton; reading, Mrs. Cooper; solo, Dr. London, accompanist, Mrs. Fields; reading, Mrs. P. M. Lewis; paper, Mrs. Sineil; paper, Mrs. Spencer; paper, Mrs. Harper; installation of new choir officers, president, Mrs. Freda Bell; vice president, Mrs. Ida May Bergg; secretary, Mrs. Sirrell; treasurer, Mrs. Spencer, after which the captains of the classes reported on the trustee rally, class No. 1 and 2, $18.75; class No. 3 and 4, $19.50; class No. 5 and $21.08; grand total, $70.83. The pastor praised the captains and members for the splendid way in which they co-operated in this special effort for the trustees. The Christmas tree and program of the church will be Saturday evening, Dec. 24. The parents are asked to be present to hear their children deliver their Christmas praises. The Antioch Baptist church will hold their Christmas tree excercises Dec. 24 and also have a three nights fair, Dec. 26, 27 and 28. Everybody is cordially invited. Friends are glad to know that Mr. Geo. Bigg is improving at his home, 92 Adams street. Mrs. G. H. Burke has returned to Waterloo after spending several weeks in the south visiting relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bright of 906 Iona street entertained at dinner Dec. 18 Mr. Scott Mardis and Miss Gussie Mardis. Friends of Mrs. Ada Wills are glad to see her out again. Little Miss Pauline Mills is suffering with a cold and could not be at her Sunday school post Sunday. rally at St. Jacob A. M. E. church at 3 o'clock Rev. H. J. Handy, pastor of the Second Baptist church preached a splendid sermon which was enjoyed by all. The rally was quite a success. The Mite Missionary society of the St. Jacob A, M, E church met Monday afternoon with Mrs. B. P. Hubbard. A very interesting meeting was held and two course luncheon was served by the hostess which was enjoyed by all present. Everyone leaving reported a good time. We are glad to say the two churchs are working together and everyone seem to have a good spirit have new pastors and they are co-operating together. We regret to report that Rev. H. J. Handy is somewhat indoposed with a bad cold. We pray for him a speedy recovery. The Masonic lodge No. 33 are installing their officers Monday evening Dec. 19. Supner is being served by the Eastern Stars. SPORTING GOODS A few suggestions that will help you decide on your Christmas Gifts SWEATERS Coats with shawl col- lar ..... $11.00 Slip Overs with Shawl Collar ..... $9.50 V neck Coats ..... $10.00 Travelo Jackets, warm, elastic, not bulky, very nice looking. Price ..... $8.00 Lice looking. Price ..$8.00 FISHING TACKLE Steel & Bamboo Dogs ..$7.00 to $16.00 Reels ..$30.00 to $1.55 HUNTING EQUIPMENT Hunting Coats $18.50 to $4.00 Hunting Caps .$0.50 to $1.50 A FEW THINGS ESPTCIALY FOR BOYS Official Footballs Now .$6.60 (Nothing you can buy will please the real live boy more than a Football.) And we have Footballs down to $1.50. (Pump!) .$3.95 DAISY (Military) .$3.95 AIR (Single Shot) .$2.25 RIFLES (1000 Shot) .$2.50 (350 Shot) .$2.50 SKATES .$2.25 to $2.50 SWEATERS, Boys, slip overs with shawl collars. .$7.50 SLEDS, Flexible Flyers. .$7.00 ...$4.25, $5.00, $6.50 A FEW GAMES FOR EVERBODY Combination Game Boards .$8.00, $6.50, $6.00, and $5.00 Quarterback, (Its Foot- ball) $2.00 Golfo, (The new Golf Game) Baseball Game $1.00 Chess $18.00 to 75 cts Checkers $4.75 to 25 cts Dominoes $6.00 to 25 cts Dart Games $3.50 CHILDREN'S VEHICLES Velocipedes, Tricycles, Kiddee Kars, rubber tired and plain. 618 Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa HOPKINS' BROS. CO. HOPKINS BROS. OSKALOOSA, IOWA. Reporter. For the first time in the history of the Second Baptist church we were able to entertain the executive board of the Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota association. Fifteen ministers is attendance. Much important business was attended to. Able sermons were delivered by Dr. G. E. Green of Burlington, Dr. F. K. Nicholson of Davenport and Rev. F. C. Bolling of Buxton. Much good was done here by the board. The board expressed their appreciation of the untiring efforts of the pastor Rev. Palmer and the church in pushing forward the work. It was quite surprising to many of the brothers when they beheld the new Baptist church May God bless the board and Rev. Robinson who is the guiding hand of the Baptists of the states. The Willing Workers club of the church rendered an excellent program Thursday evening. Refreshments were served which was enjoyed by all present. Services were well attended Sunday at our church. Two able sermons were delivered by the pastor. We were all filled with the Holy Spirit from the subject, "God Great Love to Man." Those on the sick list are as follows Mrs. Ida Palmer, Mrs. Carter, Mr. Goodwin and Mrs. James Smith. The Sunday school is preparing an excellent program and a Christmas tree which will be rendered Saturday night Dec. 24. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor will leave for Memphis, Mo., visiting relatives. Mrs. J. B. Woods is expecting to visit her daughter in Des Moines. The Sunday school officers of our churches are looking forward to a more pleasant time Christmas eve with the kiddies. While Christmas supplies are costly it makes no difference the little people must have them. Mrs. Morris, district superintendent of the Allen Christian Endeavor society will be delighted to know that her Deaver society is second to none in the district. Grace Coleman is a most excellent president, and is leading children on to victory. On last Sunday the society donated to the trustee $15 on coal. Mrs. Estella Broomfield is now the mother of the society as rendering excellent service to its vanance, Gladis Cross, the choice of the organizer has filled the office we as treasurer. Mr. Frank Allen, a contractor, and member of our race has been awarded the contract to plaster the Lincoln Eighth grade school, there were his submitted for the work by contractors from Des Moines, Ottumwa and all local contractors, Mr. Allen, being the only Negro in the group. The building will cost $75,000.00 when completed. Mr. Allen has much opposition because of his racial identity, while his enemies are cavling concerning him, he keeps cool head gets the work and coins the money, and lets his work talk for him. Mr. Allen owns a modern home, has an auto truck to use in his business, also a first class auto for the pleasure of himself and family.