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METROPOLIS WEEKLY GAZETTE JURY INDICTS LYNCHERS. W. VA.. WHITE MOB LYNGHES THE SON OF A WHITE JUDGE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS LIBRARY AUG. 16 1920 MK VOLUME XXIIII JURY W. VA., W AUG. 16 1920 MET VOLUME XXIII. NO URY VA., WHIT DULTH GRAND JURY INDIGTS 12 WHITES FOR JUNE LYNGHING Finds That Man Held As "Important Witness" Was Put To Death By The Mob. Mr. and Mrs. A. Y. Benberry of Grand Rivers, Ky. are in the city visiting the latter's brother Mr. Newton Cork, for a few days. Duluth, Minn, July 28. The special county Grand Jury investigating the lynching of the three Negroes here on June 15th returned indictments against twelve white persons in connection with the lynchings, grand jury also indicted seven in connection with the alleged attack upon a white girl! The grand jury declared in its report that Isaac McGhie, one of the Negroes hanged had no part in the attack on the girl. Evidence brought before it convinced the grand jury the report said that McGhie was only held by the police as an important witness. Will V. Rush Announces In the regular announcement column will be found the announcement of Will V. Rush, of Metropolis, as a candidate for County Commissioner. Mr. Rush, is an old citizen of Massac County having been reared here. He has always been a true and tried Republican and is making the race on said ticket. He is a practical farmer with wide and varied experience owning a large farm in Saline county where he lived for some time, but has been a resident of this county for some time. He lives in the city but owns a farm about two miles west of Brookport. Mr. Rush is a high class American citizen and those who know him best are his most ardent supporters. We wish to say the members of our Race, that we have known him for several years and if he is elected he will give every one a square deal and we ask every voter to consider his claims before casting your vote. The Way to Interest Mothers in the Gradle Roll Mr. President, officers, and members of the Fifteenth annual session of the National Baptist Sunday School Congress. I come to present a few thoughts on a subject that to my mind is the equal of any in the entire list of subjects on the program. It has been said that the time to begin the education of a child is twenty years before he is born, that dictum of course goes into a subject to be dealt with by science, but we must --- Ohio Negro Candidate Wins Fight For Name On Ticket Columbus, Ohio, July 28. The Ohio Supreme Court has handed down a decision in the mandamus proceedings instituted by Harry C. Smith, of Cleveland, Ohio, to compel the Secretary of State to place his name on the ballot for secretary of state, to be voted for at the primary election August 10. The Supreme Court directed that Harry Smith's name be placed on the ballot. It will be recalled that the Secretary of State, Judge Harvey C. Smith, who is the Republican candidate for renomination ruled Harry C. Smith off the ticket on the charge of "collusion," holding that Harry S. Smith with the same initials as his, had been induced to enter the race to confuse voters. The decision rendered by the State Supreme Court makes it possible for colored voters in Ohio to vote for one of their race on the State ticket. The attorneys were L. H. Godman Columbus and Harry Thomas, of Cleveland. all concede that we have been just a little too derelict in our duty toward the little infants of the cradle the germ of the future church. Just how to interest mothers in the cradle roll is not so easy to explain, unless the one who attempts to give the direction has really accomplished something that is especially good and which he thinks would work well in other schools, not having this to offer, I shall necessarily confine myself to the theory of the subject rather than the more practical side. The intent and purpose of the cradle roll is to enroll the children under age for immediate induction into the class room work into the membership of the school in order that they may as they grow up have a constant reminder that they are some day expected to take their places in the regular classes of the school. Now, to have the mothers of these children actively interested and working with the head of the cradle roll department to the end that the child when he becomes of proper age to enter the school will have his desire to take his place so well edged and developed that he will be a little bunch of enthusiasm when he first enters the school. Something must be done to hold the mothers interest if we are to have any such happy results as that above pointed out. And in accomplishing this, there is work for the pastor, the Sunday school superintendent and the teacher of the primary class. The effort to attain the above goal should not be spasmodic but constant. The interest display should be real, and the manner or appeal should be so real that the people approached will have soft MOTTO: "HEW TO THE LINE, LET THE CHIPS FALL. WHERE THEY MAY." KANKAKEE INTER-STATE FAIR A COMPLETE LIVESTOCK AND AGRICULTURAL EXHIBITION August 16,17,18,19,20,1920 FIVE DAYS FIVE EVENINGS This Fair is the World's Greatest Outdoor Entertainment Come to the Fair—Mingle With the Throng, 150,000 Strong—August 16-20. Reduced Rates On All Railroads Magnificent Farm Display Excellent Draft Horses. Pure Bred Cattle Shows. Sheep, Swine and Poultry. Brilliant Horse Show 75 Wonderful Classes. Thoroughbred Harness Horses. Beautiful Riding Horses. Afternoon and Evening Shows. Speedy Horse Races Five Days of Racing. Hotly Contested Heats. Big Purses, Large Fields. fidence that the aim is to help in the moral and spiritual education of the children and not personal popularity or gain. Thus you see that the personal element is one for consideration in the election or appointment of the head of this department. The person appointed should enjoy the full confidence and respect of the mothers of the congregation whose children pass under said officers supervision. Again the records kept should be accurate and complete; and should be so kept that they will be of value for futre reference in the matter of births, ages etc., then the person at hand of the cradle roll should be watchful and see to it that the infants are all recorded and that a certificate is made and given to the mother as a constant reminder that the child belongs to the Sunday School, thus the mothers interest would be stimulated. An early acquaintance should be formed with the child, the main object of interest, and every device for gaining and holding the good will and winning the love of that child should be employed and this should be kept up until he graduates into the Sunday School. The one who undertakes this most important task should have real love for children and a sympathy with them born of God for he really with the most precious material in the world, the moral and spiritual life of a human soul. Man can serve God only through service to man. And he who serves his fellow most serves God best. This would entail the practical the practice of self denial and give the zealous christian worker a prize opportunity for constructive service. A proper attention to the cradle roll department will do much if not ev LEN. SMALL The Farmer Candidate for Governor of Illinois, for 25 years Secretary of this Mammoth Agricultural Exposition. erything in the matter of assuring real live Sunday Schools and devoted christian workers for the church of the future. Much more might be said but time will not permit Our hopes, our prayers, our very future is bound up in the success of the Cradle Roll. The State's Attorney's Race. The policy of this paper has usually been in primary fights, to take no stand for either candidate. But in the present state's attorney's race the Gazette feels it a moral duty to take a decided stand. When the candidates for an office are equally matched, so far as ability, fair dealing are concerned, and when no particular harm could be done in the selection of either, this paper has always preferred to leave hands off. But where one of the candidates is really a big man, of fine ability such as Mr. Fred R. Young, then the Gazette feeis it an imperative duty so to advise the people. Mr. Roberts, his opponent, in his former race, pleaded that he was untried and was a poor man, and that he ought to be given a chance and there was some room for such arduement. But Mr. Roberts has been tried now, and he can no longer plead that he was untried. He has been tried, and the Gazette is sorry to say, has been found wanting. This office is too important for the county to experience with a weak officer. The Gazette without hesitation, urge the preferment of Mr. Young. Golconda, Ill., July 22, 1920 Editor Gazette, will you kindly sound this key-note to all the Baptists and their friends, tht they all may know of the great Big Republican Rally G. O. P. Gathers on Wednesday, Aug. 18. Great Political Day. Republican Chieftains Invited. Thrilling Aviation Ruth Law Leading Aviatrix. Al Wilson Jumping From Plane to Plane in Midair. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Only. World's Leading Productions Each Afternoon and Evening. A Wonderful Entertainment. Door Entertainment Strong—August 16-20. Financial drive that is now on, for education. Home and foreign Mission $25,000; for Education $25,000; Home Mission $25,000 Foreign Mission on $25,000; Church Extension $25,000. The Evangelical Board $15,60. In fact every department of the National Baptist Convention Uninccrpora-ted will share in the financial, and Brother editor as one of the Trustees of the National Baptist Training School, Nashville, Tenn., and moderator of the Old Historic Mt. Olive Baptist Association, your word will be of much worth. The Baptists are realizing the fact since the dust has cleared away, and they have clear vision of your worth, as Moderator, and the official staff that has stood by you; Elders J. D. Davis, C. W. Norment, P. B. French, S. H. Prewiti and others whose names I cannot recall. But at any rate the Baptists for most the most part see the Mt. Olive Association the greatest in her history, and too, Dr. W. P. Washington; Moderator of the East Mt. Olive Baptist Association and peerless leader, and financier, preacher and pastor can always be depended on in a move of this sort. There are others too, but I am addressing you two as leaders of the rank and file of us Baptists in this end of the State. Let us reach every Baptist in this district, and say the right thing to them and they will "Come across." May I not suggest to the pastors in this district, to appoint local directors in your local fields to look after this matter for you. I am writing letters to those whom I cannot meet personally, and too, the State work must not be neglected. I remember of quite a number of the messengers of the State As --- Mob Lynches the Son of a White Judge Had Confessed and Was Sentenced for Life-Victim was Editor's Daughter. Fayetteville, W Va., July 26 William Bennett, Jr. white, of Fayetteville, under a life sentence for the murder of his wife was taken from the jail yesterday by a mob and lynched. The jailor had previously been summoned to the sheriff's office by telephone. When he arrived he was confronted by the mob, which demanded his keys. He was guarded while the jail was stormed and Bennett taken out. Bennett pleaded guilty to the murder of his wife in court July 23, and was sentenced to life imprisonment. William Bennett, Jr., of Fayette County. His wife whom he atmjitted killing was the daughter of J. Alfred Taylor of Fayette. well known throughout the state as a writer and editor. sociation going to the Lincoln's Home and Monument, and regeristing their names. Why? Because he is regarded as the great emancipator of four million slaves. The old saying goes that the stroke of his pen the shackles of 4,000,000 slaves dropped off. Will every Baptist in the district or this end of the State sign their name to the National ledger for at least $1.00 or more in honor of Him who died for the whole human race and to save all that trust in Him? Remember the National Baptist Convention Unincoporated meets in Columbus, Ohio, September 1920. Now brethren, and sisters, do not give this article transit notice attention, but your prayerful con ideration. The local directors will report to their pastors and the pastors report to Brother C. C. Phillips, and he will report to Dr. J. W. Boyd National directors. Rev. H. E. McWilliams, has been appointed State financial director of Illinois for the Educacational drive for the (Unincorporated) National Baptist Convention, I have just been informed that Dr. C. C. Phillips, is the director for Southern Ill nois for the greet financial drive of $25,000 000 in ten years. Rev. J. B. McCrary, is the trustee of the National Baptist Theological Training School, Nashville, Tenn. We desire to see Illinois take the lead in the financial drive. Subscribe for The Gazette. Now Page Two Metropolis Gazette PUBLISHED ON FRIDAY BY THE GAZETTE PRINTING CO. METROPOLIS. ILL. MRS. M. J. MOCRARY, MANAGER. GEO. L. B. MOCRARY, EDITOR FRIDAY AUGUST 6, 1920. Office 9th and Pearl Streets, Metropolis, Illinois. Interfered as second-class mail mat- met Metropolis, Illinois, Postoffice. Address all communications to J. E.Mo- Ry. 903 Pearl St. Metropolis, Ill. The names and addresses of contributors must be known to us in every instance, in order to secure publication. We want the news of your vicinity week TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION: One Year.....$2.00 Six Months.....1.00 Three Months.....50 Single Copy.....05 In Advance. ADVERTISING RATES. made known on application. You must mail copy on Mondays to secure publication. POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. We are authorized to announce K. C. Remals of Eldorado, as a candidate for the Legislature in the 51st District; subject to the decision of the voters at the Republican Primary election to be held September 15, 1920. We are authorized to announce C. L. Rew of Harrisburg, Illinois, as a candidate for the Sate Legislature in the 51st District, subject to the decision of the voters at the Republican Primary to be held September 15th, 1920. We are authorized to announce the name of Claude F. Lacey, of Metropolis, Massae County, as a candidate for the State Legislature of the 51st Senatorial District, subject to the decision of the voters of the Republican Party at the Primary Sept. 15th. States Attorney. We are authorized to announce Fred R. Young, a candidate for the office of States Attorney of Massac County, subject to the decision of the September Republican primary. Circuit Clerk We are authorized to announce A. Z. Bruner as a candidate for the office of Circuit Clerk of Massac county, subject to the decision of the September Republican primary. We are authorized announce the name of I. A. Sturgis as a candidate for re-election to the office of County Commissioner of Massac County, subject to the decision of the voters of the Republican Primary Sept. 15th. We are authorized to announce the name of Will V. Rush, as a candidate for the office of County Commissioner of Massac County, subject to the decision of the voters of the Republican Party Sept. 15, 1920. We are authorized to announce Judge W. F. Ellis, of Murphysboro, is a candidate for the office of State's Attorney of Jackson County, subject to the decision of the September Republican Primary. We are authorized to announce John H. Searing, of Carbondale, as a candidate for the office of State's Attorney of Jackson County, subject to the decision of the September Republican Primary. Remember, the paper is $1.50 per year. The paper has taken another raise, postage will be higher, 3c for stamps and 2c for post cards. please pay up. Frank J. Cheney makes oath that he is senior partner of the firm of F. J. Cheney & Co. doing business in the City of Toledo, County and state aforesaid, and that said firm will pay the Sum of ONE HUNDR 3D DOLLARS for each and every case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by the use of IALLY'S CATARRH MEDICINE. FRANK J. CHEFEY. Sworn to before me and subscribed in my presence, this 6th day of December, A. D. 1886. A. W. GLEASON. (Seal) Notary Public. Hannah's Catarrh Medicine is taken in ternally and acts through the Blood on so mucous surfaces of the System. Send for testimonials, free F. J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O. Sold by all Druggists, The. Taake Hall's Family Pills for consti- tation. Lead The Ganette: $.00. To insure publication all correspondence should reach this office not later than Tuesday morning. The editor. All manuscript with a list of names should be accompanied with $1.00 to secure publication. The way that seemeth right unto men often leads to death. It depends largely as to the view once takes to right and wrong, much depends upon one's training. We have received many encouraging letters as to our stand for the Old time Baptist Faith, from laymen and the clergy not only in our Discrict, but thruout Illinois, telling us they are with us. We have the everlasting words of Christ, telling us He would be with us always, and to preach the Gospel, and we do though the heavens fall. Thanks for words of confidence. Walker's Indigestian Cure. Rev. J. B. McCrary is agent for Dr. Walker's Sure cure for Indigestion and Dyspepsia. 50c and $1.00 bottles. $1.10 by mail. We can cheerfully recommend it. Some men's sins goes before them and others come after them. Rev. Edgar McCrary, has been confined to his room for two weeks and we would thank all those who owe for the paper to settle at once and help us out as medicine and the doctors are expensive. Brother C.. D. Dassiter, of Belgrade, was in to see our son Edgar and thank him for the money left with us. It shows that our services are appreciated. The members of the Masonic lodg and Eastern Star are faithful in their duties toward aur son Edgar. Miss Azalia Sumner of Brookport, who teaches in Cairo, return ed from Wilberforce, Ohio. Sunday where she attended the Summer Normal for six weeks, also Mias Mae Roberts of this city. Mr. G. W. Long and daughter Miss Jewell were in Joppa, Tuesday where Jewell has been employed to teach this winter at $70 per month. The General Baptist Association of Kentucky will convene in Paducah, with Washington Street Baptist church Aug. 12th. The editor has been invited to Joppa, by the pastor, Rev. Cole, of Clover Leaf Baptist church to assist in the examination of Rev. J. H. Stamps, for the Gospel ministry on the 3rd Sunday but previous engagement at our church will prevent us from accepting the invitation, Rev G, W. Rowlett, is also invited. W. B. Baker, of Brookport, who visited in Chicago, recently with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Baker and his brother and sister, returned home last week and brought his three little nieces with him for a visit. Mesdames Ellen and Mary J. White, Mr. and Mrs. Indkanoid Daugherty of Brookport, motored to Metropolis, Sunday and visited the assistant editor Rev. E. S. B McCrary. These visits are quite cheering and appreciative, by him and the family and the kindness of all shall never be forgotten nor unrewarded. Mr. and Mrs. Sumner of Brooklyn precinct were in Wednesday to see Rev. Edgar McCrary, also METROPOLIS WEEKLY GAZETTE. METROPOLIS, ILL. We pity that soul whose religion will not bind him sufficiently strong enough to enable him to rise above his evil companions sufficiently high and long enough to allow his light, (life) to shine forth to illuminate the pathway of some poor sinner that will lead him into that path that shines more and more until the perfect day We have several good preachers that are idle that would make good pastors if they were given a chance. Every church large or small should have a pastor, and carry out the great commission of Jesus. Ye should be doers of his word and not hearers only. Heed this message and herald it to the lost and benighted world. Every church door in Southern Illinois should be thrown open at least twice every Sunday that the gospel might be preached to every creature. Let none hear you idly saying there is nothing you can do while the souls of men are dying all around you without any hope for the future life and happiness. Bro. C D. Lassiter, came in. BRO. C. D. Lassiter, came in. Mrs. Lizzie Lassiter, of Belgrade, is much improved from a recent attack. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Jefferson of Chicago, and daughter Miss Fay, motored here Monday and is the guest of the former's mother. Mrs. Sis Lowery of Ninth and Vienna Sts. Mr. and Mrs Elie Huff, Messrs. George Neeley, Johnie Fossie and Miss Viola Blackwell, visited the home of the former and latter's parents Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Blackwell of Belgrade, last Wednesday it being their father's 54th anniversary. Gifts were presented to him and the afternoon spent fishing and other amusements. May he live to see many happy birthdays. The East Mt. Olive Baptist Association is in session this week at Marion, and they are having a great meeting. The citizens of Metropolis, are ooking forward to a big day Saturday at the Emancipation celebration. We have some ministers who try to carry water on both shoulders and run with the hounds and hold with the hare. I mean in the Mt. Olive Association. They will go to the State Association and help to make the Contistution and long condemnation specches stating "No Open Communion. No Alien Immersion, No Federation," and then go home and do right to reverse of what they do and say. Are these men honest in what they do and say, or are they looking for popularity? Rev. Thos. Morris preached at the Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon at Choat. Several persons went down with him, they report a good time. Rev. Thos. Harmon, was at his post of duty Sunday. The revival is still in progress with a deal of interest manifested. Rev. A. H. Robioson filled the regular appointment for Elder Edgar McCrary, at Belgrade, Sun. as Elder McCrary, is confined. Alderman John S. Anderson, and Mrs. Margie Jones of this city and Mr. Anderson Bryant of Brookport, left Monday for Danville, to attend the annual meeting of the Old Hellows State Grand long that is in session this week. To W. E. M. Society Dear Co-Workers, of the W. E. M. Society of the Mt. Olive Baptist Association, I am asking you through the Gazette, to write me a personal letter or your desire Where are you? Will you not rise and shine for Jesus? Can't you hear Aim calling you as loud as peals of thunder. The harvest is great but the laborers are few? Go work in my vineyard, are his words. Be like Nehemiah, tell them that you are doing a great work and you can't come down We shall try and make this Associational year a banner one. Wake up and let us go over the top for God. First be sure that you are right and go ahead. Read Heb. 12.1, if we obey that verse we will have no time to do anything to any body, talk or write about anybody, only that which is good or edifying or will lift up some one. I hope that all the churches that were in the Mt. Olive Baptist Association are still with the old mother. I believe that you are, if not I love you still. I ask the pastors of our district to let us look in on you at your earliest convenience. Laura A. Leake, Pres., of Dist. 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Aching and Swell including Corns. Bun two sizes $1.00 and uh the mail for less guaranteed. J. McCrary St., Metropolis, Ill. L, Atlanta, Ga. PENCIL N METROPOLIS WEEKLY GAZETTE. METROPOLIS. ILL ADDITIONAL LOCALS Mr. D. L. Tandy, is improv-proving nicely from his recent attack upon himself and it is hoped he will soon be out of danger. Mrs. Janie Patterson of this city and Mrs. Ollie Aker, of Joppa, are to leave Sunday for Quincy to attend the annual meeting of the Grand Chapter of O. E. S. Uncle George Askew, an old and respected citizen of Unionville, died last Friday and was buried Monday. He had been in poor health for two years. He was a member of Siloam Baptist church and a brother of Sister S. L. A Owens. He leaves several relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Undertaker George McCryar had charge of the body. Peace to his ashes. A big rousing Republican meeting and speaking was held at the court house Tuesday night in the interest of Len Small for Governor and the candidates who are on the ticket with him and running on the same platform. It was evident from the interest manifested by the large audience was in hearty accord with the addresses of the speakers and that a large vote will be cast for Len Small and the entire ticket. All parts of the county were represented by the voters of all walks of life. Many women were in the audience. No doubt that this will be a hot campaign. Rev J. B. McGary, held his regular meeting at Unity Baptist church Brookport, Saturday and Sunday and the church and S. S. have put on new life and is growing numerically and financially under the corps of officers and teachers. The church is putting forth efforts to assist the Bazaar club to burn two one hundred dollar notes Sunday Aug. 15, at 2:30 p. m. Rev. Leigh, pastor of the white Baptist church and his congregation have promised to be present and address the meeting, also Judge Lackman, has been invited to give a short address. All the churches have a standing invitation to be present as follows: Bethel A. M. E. church, and pastor Brookport, Siloam, Unionville; Free Baptist, Shady Grove; Mt. Hebron, and pastor, Round Knob, 1st Baptist and pastor, Antioch and pastor. St. Paul A. M. E. and pastor, Free Baptist, church, Metrapolis; Presbyterian, and pastor, Choat; churches and pastors, Mermet; Clover Leaf and pastor. Joppa. Efforts are being made to raise $100 00 on that day and if you can't be present send us an offering great or small, it will be appreciated. We ask and expect every member to give $2 on that day. Let us go over the top indeed. The old Mr. Olive has a foundation and a record behind it, as it was founded on solid facts and not on hate and misgrepresentation. Its early founders stood for something in the days of yore. "Woe unto the Shepherd that divide my sheep." Notice Marion Ill. July 17. 20 To the various circles of the East Mt. Olive Dist. Aossociation I am writing this to remind you that the association is only about 14 days off, convenes the 3rd of August. I ask each circle to bring something for all departments. We hope they are prepared to bring their $5.00. We hope by the help of the Lord to have a great meeting. Your humble servant. Mrs. Martie North Centralia, Ill. The third anniversary of Rev. W. H. Carter as pastor of the second Baptist was made known by a selected program consisting of reading of Scripture, prayer, songs and solos, Rev. Carter as pastor-Deacon M. Claiborne, Associated pastors Rev. J S Cummins; Ministerial Alliance C. A Myers. Rev. Carter, as financier, We were favored with sermons by Rev. Robt. Williams, Duquoin much to our delight. We remain yours in Christ Rev W. H. Carter, pastor J. Scott, Clerk Boaz. Prof. Ransom., wife also Mrs. M. Hope, of Grand Chain, Mr. and Mrs. Mose Adams, of Levings, were the guests of Mrs Eannie Walker of Boaz. After dinner they made a flying trip to Mermet, and Grinnell, in the professor's new Ford Sadan car. Medames Ransom, Hope, Walker and Prof. Ransom, went out on a picture tour and took several sceneries as they went through those little burgs, afterwhich they returned home and Mrs. Walker was refreshed as they retired with the hopes of returning and seeing more of the county in the near future. Colp. July 30th '20. Dear Editor: Please allow us a space in your paper to say that on the 4th Sunday in this month was Dedication day of our church. We are pleased to say that we had a high time in Zion all day. God blessed us with fine weather for the occasion and a large attendance which we appreciated, and feel grateful to the God of all Blessings, We regreted very much the absence of our moderator J. B. McCrary, and vice moderator P. B. French. We had with us Elders C. C. Phillips, Dorsey, Prewitt, Parnell, and Moody. Dr. Moody preached the Dedicatory sermon; Dr. Dorsey prayed the prayer; Dr Phillips was the master of ceremonies; Dr. Prewitt, preached a strong sermon at 11:00; Dr. Parnell preached for us at night one of his great sermons. We raised in Cash $230.51, in subscriptions $275.00 to be paid in six months. We the members of the Mt. Olive Baptist church and friends in the community must say that our pastor Rev. J. D. Davis, has a success in whatever he undertakes. May God bless and still add success to this great man of God. Rev. J. D Davis, Pastor, Mary E. Gregory, Clerk. Any church needing a good pastor and a splendid preacher, a man of high ideals and broad vision, we can recommend Rev. Jno. Bruen, of Mt. Vernon, Ill., who successfully pastored Shiloh Baptist church of that city for 5 consecutive years. His address is 1011 Herbert, St. We want to put The Gazette into every home in the city within 30 days. Will you help us neighbor? Special inducements will be given. Let every reader help us to get subscribers. Build up your Race Enterprise. Quite True. "I have to face the fact," mused the fashionable photographer, as he looked over some recent pictures, "that there are some very ugly features in this business." SHAKESPEAR SAID: "All The Wor Grant the truth now as then. In that case w shifted once in a Why not let t be your " COURTEOUS, EF ILLINOIS TRA (McKinle BIG REPUBLICAN GET-TOGETHER Kankakee Fair to Stage Man- moth Event—Wednesday, August 18th. Grant the truth of that statement now as then. In that case we need the scenes shifted once in a while. The biggest Republican Get-Together during the primary campaign will be held at the Kankakee Inter-State Fair on Wednesday, August 18th. Republicans from every one of the 102 counties of Illinois will attend. Big Round-Up. For that day Len Small, Secretary of the big exposition, will stage a mammoth round-up for the Grand Old Party. It will not be a talk-fest, nor a formal reception, but will be a large get-together for the purpose of having a good time and getting acquainted. There will be no speeches. There will be one of the best outdoor entertainments ever seen in the country. It will consist of all the departments of a vast agricultural fair. The barns will be filled with excellent thoroughbred horses and cattle; sheep, swine, poultry and farm product exhibits will be there in great numbers. The crowds will be entertained by horse races, a magnificent fancy horse show, the world's leading productions in outdoor attractions. Particular importance attaches to the Republican Day at the Kankakee Fair, due to the fact that Len Small, for 25 years the secretary of the agricultural exhibition, is a candidate for the Republican nomination for Governor of Illinois. His many enthusiastic friends plan to make this day the biggest event in his campaign for the nomination for governor. They will come from far and near intent on nominating him by a handsome majority in September and electing him by a great lead in November. Kankakee Fair Promises Stellar Attractions The week of August 16th to 20th will see one of the most brilliant entertainments at Kankakee, for this will be the week of the far-famed Kankakee Inter-State Fair. Of all amusement enterprises in the country none stand out with brighter pre-eminence than does the Fair at Kankakee. Celebrated by amusement journals, approved by entertainment critics, its outdoor circus surpasses all others, in variety, in quality and in magnitude. This year's attractions comprise premier vaudeville acts; feats of strength and agility; startling acts of daring and courage, and offerings of unparalleled beauty. Delightful Trip to Kankakee—Excellent Entertainment. During the week of August 16th to 20th autoists will have an opportunity to make a very delightful drive. A drive to the Kankakee Inter-State Fair affords a pleasant experience and combines an entertainment of the highest order. Spectacular Aviation Spectacular Aviation. The most fearless aviator in the world—Al Wilson—will fly at the Kankakee Inter-State Fair three days, August 17th, 18th and 19th. He jumps from one airplane to another while both are speeding through the air. This he does without the aid of rope, ladder or other apparatus. Leading Fair. The Kankakee Fair, the peerless agricultural exposition, will be he'd August 16th to 20th. --- Big Round-Up. Leading Fair 图 World's A Stage." of that statement we need the scenes while. me I. T. S. property man"? ICIENT SERVICE. CTION SYSTEM. y Lines. ) Publicatnon Notice. State of Illinois, Massac County, ss. Circuit Courl of Massac County. August Term, A. D. 1920. Aaron McCrory, vs. John Mollankamp, in Chancery. Affidavit of the non-residence of John Mollankamp, one of the defendants above named, having been filed in the office of the Clerk of said Circuit Court of Massac County, notice is hereby given to the said nonresident defendant, that the complainant has filed his bill of complaint in said Court on the Chancery side thereon on the 22rd day of July A. D. 1920, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the Fourth Monday of August A. D. 1920, as is by law required. Now, therefore, unless you, the said John Mollankamp, shall personally be and appear before the said Circuit Court of Massac County, on the first day of the next term thoreof, to be holden at the Court House in the City of Metropolis, in said County, on the 23rd day of August, A. D. 1920 and plead, answer or demur to the said complainant's bill of complaint, the same, and the matters and things therein charged and stated, will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. WILLIAM LOREN SMITH, Clerk of the Circuit Court. FRED R. YOUNG, Complainant's Solicitor. Dated July 23rd A. D. 1920. Please allow space in the Gazette to say to the presidents and members of the various circles in our district, that the National cion, also the District Association are nearing and we with our obligations to the various work in the district and State, beg to you to bestir yourselves and let us undertake greater things this year than ever before for the Master's cause and let us go over the top, along lines, put on a big program and rally all together for the 4th Sunday in August. Get your pastor to consent to invite all the sister churches that are near you to put the money in for any purpose needed, especially the National Baptist Convention and District Association. This is my plan to offer you for the advancement along financial lines. I am your servant, Lapra Leake. District President. 603 Commick St. A preacher who will pretend that he is mad with the editor to keep from paying an honest debt made by his own voluntary acts, is a man not fit for leadership. We must have our money or the ac- count goes into the hands of a collector. Subscribe for the Gazette ```markdown ``` Page Three Notice. SERVICE IS IMPORTANT In times of family stress unusual problems often arise where those in charge require unusual service that can be promptly, efficiently rendered by our organization. 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ALLEN Pocket Billiards 100 N. 21st St. EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. For Hot and Cold Lunches and Ice Cream, Etc. CALL AT THE RESTAURANT OF C. Smith 102 N. 21st St., EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. 9 Poro System METROPOLIS WEEKLY GAZETTE, METROPOLIS, ILL Administrator's Notice. Estate of Wade Hamilton Deceased The undersigned, having been appointed Administratrix of the estate of Wade Hamilton, late of the county of Massac and the State of Illinois, deceased, hereby gives notice she will appear before the County Court of Massac County, at the Court House in Metropolis, at the October Term on the first Monday in October next, at which time all persons having claims against said estate are notified and requested to attend for the purpose of having the same adjusted. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment to the undersigned. Dated this 22nd day of July, A. D. 1920. Publication Notice. State of Ithaca Massac County. Chicut Court of Massac County August Term, A. D. 1920 In the Matter of E. H. Foss, vs. Birdie Hardy, William, Hardy, Effie Lyons, Mary L. Hobson, Rose Howard, Frank Hardy, and John Hardy, in Chancery. No. $15. To Foreclose Mortgage. Phone 364 Affidavit of the non residence of Rose Howard and John Hardy, two of the defendants above named, having been-lived in the office of the Clerk of said Circuit Court of Massac County, notice is hereby given to the said non resident defendants, that the complainant filed his bill of complaint in said Court on the Chancery side thereof on the 6th day of July A. D. 1920, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said Court against said defendants, returnable on the 23rd day of August A. D. 1920, as is by law required. Notice to Circles. I am asking that each circle of the East Mt. Olive District to get busy and bring up $2.50 this year over and above the annual dues, which is $2.50 making a total of $5.00. We want to do more for foreign mission this year than ever before. Let this be the banner year. This is the plan I hope your circles will accept. Begin this month and raise .50 each month until the month of June. If your circle has five active members that will be .10c per month above the monthly dues if your circle has 10 active members that would be 5c; now this is to be paid once a month by this plan. Each circle can bring up the annual meeting $5.00 within 90 days. Report to me how you are getting along. Now, therefore, unless you, the said Rose Howard and John Hardy shall personally be and appear before the said Circuit Court of Massac County, on the first day of the next term there of, to be holden at the Court House in the City of Metropolis, in said County, on the 23rd day of August A. D. 1920, and plead, answer or demur to the said complainant's bill of complaint, the same, and the matters and things therein charged and stated, will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. WILLIAM LOREN SMITH Clerk of the Circuit Court, WALTER ROBERTS Complainant's Solicitor. Dated July 22nd A. D. 1920. Mrs. Mattie North, Pres. Church Fair and Note Burning Beginning Monday night Aug. 9, and continuing until Sunday night August 15, 1920 at the Unity Baptist Church. There will be something different every night. Monday night the opening gun of the County Republican candidates will be fired. The candidates are all invited and will be present also their "Boosters" The candidates for the State Legislature are expected. Come and meet these Orators. as a big time expected each night. Fun for young and old at the Big Fishing Pond. Be sure and bring bait. The Old Folk's Concert, Tom Thumb Wedding, Literary Program, Draw Supper, Post Office, will be among the many attractions each evening A Whole Week of Fun! Come out and enjoy yourself and help us in the work. Saturday night will be the crowning feature of the week, an Old Folk's Concert. Large crowds will motor up from Metropolis, each night and help to swell the crowd and enliven the occasion. Services Sunday all Day. Prominent Preachers invited. Sunday School 9:00 a. m. Preaching at 11:00 and Collection lifted by four young ladies assisted by the officers. At 3:00 p. m. Elder W. A. Leigh, pastor of the Baptist church, (white) will deliver an address also Judge Lackman. A note burning will take place by Bazaar Club after a short program and offering. Some old time Jubilee singing by Metropolis choirs. Don't fail to hear Profs., Neil, Garner, Jones, and Fossie who are in a class to themselves when it comes to singing. Furnished Rooms to Rent And Light Housekeeping Board if Required Mrs. C. Smith 215 N. 7th St. EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. Phone-St. Clair 850 Staple and Fancy Groceies Fresh and just off the Markets. Lowest Prices and Courteous Treatment FEARN & JERNIGAN 2217 Missouri Ave., EAST LOUIS, ILL. 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