Metropolis Weekly Gazette
Friday, August 6, 1920
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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
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VOLUME XXIIII
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AUG. 16 1920
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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
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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
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Magnificent Farm Display
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Brilliant Horse Show
75 Wonderful Classes.
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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
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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.
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East St. Louis Gazette
Mr, D. L. Tandy, is improv-
proving nicely from his recent at-
tack 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 tthe anoual meeting of the
Grand Chapter of O. E. S.
Uncle George Askew. an old
and respected citizen of Union-
ville, died last Friday and was
buried Monday, He had been in
poor health fortwo 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
his loss. Undertaker George Mc-
Crary had charge of the body.
Peace to his ashes.
A big rousing Republican meet-
ing 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 evi-
dent from the interest manifested
by the large audience was in hear-
fy accord with the addresses of
the speakers and that a large votg
will be cast for Len Small and the
entire ticket. All parts of the
county were represented by the
woters of all walks of Ife Many
women were in the audience. No
doubt that this will be a hot cam-
paign.
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| Rev J. Bo McCrary, held his
regular meeting at Unity Baptist
church Brookport, Saturday and
Sunday ad the church and S. S.
have put on new life and. is grow-
ing numerically and_ financially
under the corps of officers and
teachers. The church is putting
forth efforts to assist. rhe “Bazaar
‘club to burn two one hundred dol-
lar notes Suriday Aug. 15, at 2°
30 p.m, Kev. Leigh, pastor of
the white Baptist church and. his
‘congtegatioa have promised to be
present and address the meeting,
‘alo Judge Lackman, has been in-
ited to give a short address.
|All the churches have a standing
inyition to be present as follows:
Bethel A.M, E, church, and°pas-
tor Brookport, Siloam, Union-
ville; Free Baptist, Shady Grove ;
Mt. Hebron, and pastor, Round
Knob, ist Baptist and pastor,
Antioch and pastor. St. Paul A
M. E. and pastor, Free Baptist,
lchurch, Metrapolis; Presbyterian,
jand pastor, Choat; churches and
pastors, Mermet; Clover Leaf ard
pastor. Joppa. Efforts are being
made to raise $100 00 on that
day and if you can’t be present
send us an offering gieator small,
it will be appreciated. We ask
and expect every member to give
$2. on that day. Let us go over
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The old Mr. Olive hasa founda-
tiop and a record behind it, as it
was founded on solid facts and not
en bate and misgepresentation.
‘Its early founders stood for some-
thing inthe daysof yore. .'*Woe
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Mariog iil, July 17, 20
}To the variops circles of thc
East Mr. Olive Dist, Adssociation
et writing this to remind you
thar the association is only” about
14 days-off, convenes the 31d of
August. * >.
} Task 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, *
Mra’ Mattie North.
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Centralia, Il.
Rev. J. McCrary
Editor of Gazette
© The third anniversary. of Rev
W.H. Carter as pastor of the
second Baptist was ‘nade knows
by a selected program consisting
ofreading of Scrip.ure, prayer,
songs and solos, Rev. Carter a:
pastor-Deacon M. Claiborne, As:
sociated pastors Rev. J S Cum.
mins; Ministerial Alliance C. A
Myers. ‘
Rev. Carter, as financier,
sWe were favored with sermons
by Rey. Robt, Williams, Duquoin
much to our delight.
We remain yours in Christ
Rey W. H. Carter, pastor
J. Scott, Clerk
Boaz.
Prof. Ransom, wife also Mrs.
M. Hope, of Grand Chain, Mr.
and Mrs. Mose Adams, of Lev-
ings, were the guests of Mrs Ean-
nie Walker of Boaz. After din-
ner they made a flying trip to
Mermet, and Grinnell, in the pro-
fessor's new Ford Sadan car,
Medames Ransom, Hope, Walk-
er 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 Mts, Walker
was refreshed as they retired with
the hopes of returning and seeing
more of the county in the near fu-
ture,
Colp. 4
July goth ’20.
Dear Editor: Please allow us
‘a space in your paper to. say that
on the 4th Sunday in this month
was Dedication day cf 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. ajtend-
ance which we appreciated, and
ve gratetul tothe God of all
Blessings, We regreted very
much the absence of our modera,
tor J: B. McCrary, and vice mod-
erator P, B. French, We had
with us Elders C. C. Phillips, Dor
ney Prewitt, Parnell, and Moody.
_ Dr. Moody preached the Dedi-
catory sermon; Dr, Dorsey pray-
ed the prayer; Dr Phillips was
tre master of ceremonies; Dr.
Prewitt, preached a strong sermon
at 11:00; Dr. Parnell preached
for usat 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
ofthe 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 ehirch needing a good
pastor and a Splendid preacher, a
man of high ideals and broad vis-
ion, we can recommend Rev, Jno.
Bruen, of Mt, Vernon, Iil,, who
successfully pastored Shiloh Bap-
tist church of that city for 5 con-
secutive years. His address is
tort Herbert, St,
We want to put The Gazette
ato every home in the city with-
in 30 days. Will you help. us
neighbor? Special inducements
will be given. , Let every reader
help us to get subscribers. Build
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fash‘onable photog-apher, & he looked
over some recent pictures, “tha? there
are ome very vel> features in thls
‘pusiness.””
SHAKESPEAR SAID:
“All The World’s A Stage.”
Grant the truth of that statement *
now as then.
In that case we need the scenes
shifted once in a while.
Why not let the 1, T. S.
: be your “property man’?
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Kankakee Fair to Stage Mant-
“Seah vert ated,
‘The tiggest Republican Get-Togeth-.
er durtng 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 Tlinols 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 entertain-
ments ever seen in the country.
It with consist of all the depart:
ments of a vast agricultural ‘fair. ‘The
barns will be filted with excellent thor.
@ughbred horses and cattle; sheep,
awine, poultry and farm product ex-
hibits will be there {n great numbers,
The crowde will be eatertained by
horee reces, a magnificent fancy bores’
show, the world’s leading productions’
in outdoor attractions.
{reiportant Bvente,
Particular tmportance attaches to’
the Republtean Day at the Kankakee
Fair, due to the fact that Len Small,
tor 26 years the secretary of the agri-
ealtural exhibition, 's a candidate for
the Republican. nomtuation” for Gov-
ernor of Titinots. His many enthusl-
astic 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 ma-
jority in September and glecting 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 en-
tertainments 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-emi-
nence than does the Fair at Kankakee.
Celebrated by ariusement journals, ap-
proved by entertainment critics, its
outdoor cirens surpasses all others, in
variety, in quality and in magnitude.
‘This year's attractions comprise pre-
mier vaudeville acts; feats of strength
and agility; startling sets '6f daring
and courage, and offerings of unpar-
aleled beauty. ;
Delightful Trip to Kankakee—Ex-
cellent Entertainment.
During ‘the week of Augiiai’ 16th to
20th autoists will have an opportunity
to. make a very delightfal drive.
A drive to the Kankakee Inter-State
Fair affords a. pleasant experience and
combines an entertainment of the
highest order. f
*Spectacular Aviation, 7 we
The most fearless aviator In the,
world—Al Wilson—will fly at the!
Kankakee Inter-State Fair three days,
August 17th, 18th and 19th, Re jumps
from one airplane to another while:
both are speeding through the alt.,
This he does without the ald of rope,’
ladder or other apparatus.
Leading Fair.
‘The Kankakee Fait, the peerless)
agricultural exposition, will be he'd!
August 16th to 20th. |
Page Three
Pubiicatnon Notice.
State of Illinois, Massac County, ss.
Circuit Courl of Massac County.
August Term, A. D. 1920.
on McCrory, vs. John Mollankamp,
in Chancery.
Affidavit of the non-residence of
John Mollankamp, one of the defend.
ants 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 nonres-
ident defendant, that the complain-
ant has filed his bill of complaint in
said Court on the Chancery side there-
of on the 22rd day of July A. D. 1920,
and that a summons thereupon issued
out of said Court against said de-
fendant, 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, tobe
holden at the Court House in the City
‘of Metropolis, in said County, on the
28rd day of August, “Av By 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 e decree en-
tered against you according to the
prayer of said bill.
Wittia Loren Sure,
Clerk of the Oireuit Court.
Frep R. Younc,
Complainant's Solicitor.
Dated July 28rd A. D. 1920.
Notice.
Centralia. iil.
Please allow space in the Ga~
zette to say to the presidents and
members of the various circles im
our district, that the National con
tion, also the District Association
are nearing and we with our obli-
gations to the various work in the
district and State, beg to you fo
bestir yourselves and let us under-
take greater things this year than
ever before for the Master's cause
and let us go over theztop:.along
lines, put on a big program aod
rally all together for the 4th Sua-
day in August. Get'ypur 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 planj to
offer you for the advancement
along financial lines
Lam your servant,
Lapra Leake
District President
503 Commick St
’ Ww.
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EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL.
GEO. 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.
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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.
AN OPEN LETTER
TO THE COLORED PEOPLE
We wish to say to our people of Massac County, and the surrounding territory, thereto. Having been solicited by a number of my people, also encouraged by some of my white friends who wish to see, and help secure employment for all returning soldiers, to enter the Undertaking business. I have finally decided to go into that business with a view of serving my people, as well as having an employment, feeling that I can give them better service than members of the other race, 'though I am in friendly relation with all the other undertakers, and expect to retain that relationship throughout my business career.
I am perfectly qualified to give unexcelled service and will guarantee satisfaction.
I was born and reared in Metropolis, on 9th and Pearl Sts. Educated in Metroplis Public Schools, graduating from Dunbar High School in 1912. I then entered the Barnes School of Anatomy, Sanatary Science and Embalming, Chicago, Illinois, from which I graduated August 14 1914, from which school I hold a Diploma.
We will carry a small line of caskets only, at present, owing to the advance price on these goods, but we have arranged with a large undertaking establishment to furnish us with anything needed on short notice.
We have a first class hearse at our command.
Calls answered day or night; distance immaterial.
We were in the U. S., Service for six months, trying to make this country safe for "Democracy," thereby insuring the colored man an equal opportunity with other races.
Phone 229-Ring 3.
Respectfully yours,
MCCRARY'S UNDERTAKING CO.,
Metropolis, Illinois,
GEORGE L. B. MCGRARY, Manager.
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