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METROPOLIS WEEKLY GAZETTE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS LIBRARY MAR 15 1921 M VOLUME XXIV. Wood River Baptist B. N. Murrell, Cor. Secretary Quincy, Ill. I give here "a historical sketch" of the Association: The association was organized in St. Clair county, Ill., on April 27, 1839, at the home of Samuel Vinceus, with the following churches represented: Union Baptist, Alton, Ill.; the churches at Ridge Prairie and Ogle Creek. The first meeting of the association was held in the Mt. Zion Baptist church of Ridge Prairie, Madison county, Ill., on Friday, Sept 13, 1839, Elder John Livingston, moderator. The annual session of the Wood River Baptist association to be held in the Eighth and Elm street Baptist church beginning August 29, 1921, will be the 82nd annual meeting of the organization. The corresponding secretary is giving out this historical data that the constituency of the association may be be set right as to the correct date when the association was organized. The dates given on the minutes of the sessions for years are incorrect. This fact was discovered in 1912. There was an effort made to thoroughly acquaint the charches of the district with this information but the change brought about in 1914 by the death of aged workers (having valuable records in their possession) and pastors going to other states, throttled the effort. Not yet are the minutes ready for the press. The delay is not due to any indifference or neglect of mine. The pastors and churches are assured that just as soon as all necessary records can be had and those turned over to be verified the manuscript will go to the press. Very respectfully yours, B. N. Murrell, 812 N. 8th St., Quincy, Ill. Twenty Fourth Year With this issue of the Gazette it enters its 24th year, having been running successfully since March 4th 1898. With J B. McCrary, founder and publisher. He decided the first of the year to turn the publication of the paper over to his wife, son and daughter-in-law, and give his entire time to the ministry. From this issue on they will have full charge of the paper. They will endeavor to put the paper on a more solid financial basis. All persons who owe for the paper are requested to make immediate payment to Mrs. M. J. McCrary, manager, those failing to pay with in the next ten days will be dropped from the list and the account placed in the hands of a collector. We thank all those who have supported this paper so long and ask for the new management the same good will and patronage that was given to us. Respectfully yours, J. B. McCrary. Harrisburg The revival which is being conducted at the Macedonia Baptist church by Rev. Dorsey, of Carbondale, Ill. who preached several strong sermons. We are thankful to have such strong gospel sermons, he preached only sound coctrine, which reached the hearts of men. The Sunday School is getting on nicely. Our pastor Rev. C. W. Scates is doing all he can to bring souls to Christ. There is a great revival being held at the A. M. E. church. The revival was conducted by Rev. Miller. Emma Mazes. Reporter. How Woman Professor Compared Intelligent Negroes to The Whites. Pittsburg, Pa. Feb. 16.—What is superiority? Is it a matter of color? A woman professor in an Eastern school thinks not, and she proceeded to tell her class, and The Leader comments most interestingly on her point of view and what happened following her expression: She said, "that a physically perfect, well educated, intelligent Negro, of sterling moral character, undoubtedly is superior to a physically imperfect, unintelligent, uneducated, low-moralized white man. This by way of emphasis of her biological point that the claims of the individual, plant or animal, cannot be submerged or lost in the claims of the mass, whether plant species or human races. The point she stressed was that the question in such cases is not of the race in its totality, but individual specimens of the race. This was not in Mississippi county, Arkansas, but the large medical college in a large and by courtesy, intelligent, educated and civilized city of the Atlantic seaboard. It might be supposed that medical students concerned exclusively with biological factors would listen to such a verbal illustration and grasp its purpose and point. It might be supposed that medical students would have intelligence enough to seize the essentials of this illustration—merely to drive the scientific point—and make it available to more advanced knowledge and thought. "The supposition would be wrong—all wrong. The class—sophomore be in name could not at first believe in name could not at first believe it had heard the professor right. But the more her words were recalled and pondered the more convinced the students became that they had remembered correctly a good Negro is better than a bad white man. The students held a meeting. They decided they could not in justice to themselves to any more instructions of that kind. They protested. They demanded that the assistant professor retract the teaching, apologize to the class or resign." In Memoriam Which the past could ere erase. He had come to search for health, 'Round mother's quiet place to pray, And from thence his greater wealth, MOTTO: "HEW TO THE LINE, LET THE CHIPS FALL WHERE THEY MAY." COMING! The Negro's Famous Orator. See him and above all Hear him! Don't Forget Day and Date. In the happier land far away. He had come aye the earth, Visibly the spirit called, Though unseen of etheral birth. Wafting soft good bye, To wife, mother-in-law and all. Susie Freeman. Notice. I wish to notify the circles of the East Mt. Olive Baptist Association thru the Gazette, that the Board of said Association will meet on the 11th and 12th of March, which is Friday and Saturday before the second Sunday, at Paul Chapel Marion. Each circle is asked to pay the sum of $1.00 for expenses Mrs. M. B. Taylor, Pres. Sarah Price, Cor. Sec. Warning to the Negro Public of America A man claiming to be Prince Madarikan Deniyi, alleged to be a native Prince of Lagos, Nigeria, West Africa, is traveling through the United States lecturing to the Colored people and asking for financial help. This man appeared in Liberity Hall, New York, some months ago and received a public collection from the Negroes of this city, stating that he was a native prince of Africa and that he was about to return to Africa to work in the cause of his people. Information to hand proves that this man is not a prince from Africa, he is an impostor. It is now alleged that he is a propagandist receiving money to preach disunity among American and West Indian Negroes so that the educated Negroes of this Western Hemisphere may not concentrate upon the redemption of Africa, but allow the White Nations of Europe to control and exploit the contrinent. All Negro organizations and chinches are asked to look out for this map. Notice is hereby given that the Executive Board of the Mt. Olive Baptist Association will convene with the St. John Baptist church Mounds, Friday before the 3rd Sunday in March. 1921 With Rev. C. W. Norment, pastor Please send up money for Missionaries and for expense of the Board, Let make this meeting a success Rev. C. W. Cole, Cor. Sec. J. B. McCray, Moderator. Notes by the Wayside By Dr. C. C. Phillips Goleonda Ill. Feb. 19 h 1921. On the tenth we preached a few nights for the Mount Pleasant Baptist church Goleonda, of which Eld. A. J. Bowers is pasto ; there was a general awakening and one convert, the finance was good. We have not been advised as to the amount of money that was raised. From there we Sundayed with pastor H. J. Norton and his church Carrier Mills, they are doing nicely, they are preparing to entertain the East Mount Olive Baptist Association. They are repairing their church too which will be at a considerable cost. We closed a very profitable board meeting with the Shiloh Baptist church Colp. Elds. J. D. Davis and D. L. Braxton presiding mod. Eld. J. D. Davis, opened the meeting with a good sermon, Eld. D. L. Braxton president of the Institute reflected credit on himself and the body, as well as mod Davis. We have heard from the following churches:—Murphys boro, Hallidaysboro, Carbondale, Pittsburg, Marion, Shawneetown, Golconda and Dewmaine. Quite a number of the deacons as well as ministers attended the meeting. Dr. W. P. Washington preached a good sermon, in fact all of the brethren preached well. Money collected from all sources $132.50 and there is a little money in the treasure to do a little charity for the aged minister's of the denomination. St. John church of which Rev W. M. Bell is pastor said, they were not at the top of the hill but we are rising. To the Women's auxiliary convention of the General State Association, my dear sisters: There is only three months until we meet at Evanston, Ill. and let us come siuging for a great meeting spiritual and financial. Our five departments are very much in need of finance as follows: (1) Home Mission (2) Foreign Mission (3) Education (4) Agged Minister's Home (5) Convention Expense. I am asking every sister to send $100 for the work. Sisters let us watch, work and pray. Yours in His service, Eva C, Hooper. 740 Belleforte Ave. Oak Park, Ill. Sunday School Institute The Sunday School Institute was a grand meeting. The spirit of God was manifested in many ways. The subjects were ably handled by the conductor of the Bible Conference, Rev. Wm. Moody, of Carbondale. The first subject, 'How to study the Bible,' was made plain by Rev Moody. He suggested that the Bible should be read by books, viz Law, Prophecy, Poetry, and Doctrine. He explained the divisions of Psalms as follows: 1st Division 1-41 2nd '' 42-72 3rd '' 73-86 4th '' 90-106 5th '' 107-150 Each division closed with the Doxology. Joppa This being the fourth Sunday Rev. J. O. Griffin, of Paducah, Ky, preached three strong sermons for us, total amount raised for the day $41.00 Rev. Griffin also brought his wife Mrs. E. N Griffin with him. She is a hair dresser Rev J. W. Williams, of Jackson, Tenn preached Wednesday evening Feb. 23, collection $14.95 Rev. Winston, of Memphis, Tenn. preached at the St. Paul Free Baptist church Thursday and Friday nights. The amount contributed was $12.60 The Ladies Aid of the First Baptist church met with Mrs. Ellen Barnett on Monday Feb. 28th. Rev. J. W. Williams, of Jackson, Tenn. will be back to preach for the Clover Leaf church on the second Sunday. Everybody is cordially invited. Rev. J. H. Stamps returns back from Mermet where he pastors. He is doing a great work at that church. Mr. Seigh Bly, of Galesburg is in the city visiting his brother Manuel Bly. Reporter Mound City. Sunday was a high day with us Rev. Cole was at his best, and preached a soul stirring sermon at 11 o'clock. At 2:30 o'clock we had covenant meeting, closed with a short sermon by Rev. Stoval. At 7:30 the pastor preached an excellent sermon to a large crowd. During the two weeks revival services Rev. Cole preached every night, and seemed to be stronger spiritually every night, and during the time he has had charge of the church there have been sixty two additions. Miss LaVerne Thorpe, spent the PROGRAM Of The State S. S. and B. Y. P. U.. Ex. Board to be Held With Mt. Olive Church, Colps. 9:30 a. m. Devotionals by Supt. or messenger Rock Hill Carbo- dale and Paul Chapel Marion. 10:00 a. m. Meeting called to order by Pres. Appointing of committee to arrange program for State meeting. Paper "Influence of front line Sunday Schools in immigration centers." Prof. Major Singleton Mt. Vernon. Followed by round table talk. 10:30 paper "The necessity of a home dept. in every S. S. J. W. Corneal. 11:00 "How to make boys and girls life members of the S. S.? Mrs. Ruth Donlow, Brookport. 11:15 "How to make the S. S. go. M. Dunean, Coln. 11:36 "How to finance the S. S." A. Bradley, Dewmaine. 11:45 Assignment of messengers to their homes. Collection and adjournment. After-noon 1:30 Devotional by Murphysboro and Metropolis messenger. Report of committees. 2:30 Paper "Why have a B. Y. P. U." Mrs. D. G. McClain. Carbondale. The Group plan of organization Mrs. M. Hudson, Colp. Round table talk led by Mrs. Mattie North, Marion. The purpose and scope of the State S. S. and B. Y. P. U. D. H. Holley. Dewmaine. 7: p. m. Literary Program. Mrs. G: E. Brown, Eva King, M. E. Gregory. Naomi Alston, Lillie Waters. Remarks by Pastor J. D. Davis, Col. Adj. past week with her parents. Aunt Rebecca Curtis, an old resident of this city died Friday Feb. 25 Funeral services were held Monday at First Free Baptist church. Rev A L Morgan officiated. The body was laid to rest in National cemetery. The Ladies Aid met Tuesday evening at the home of sister Clara Howard Notice. There will be an Executive Board of the General Baptist state Sunday School and B Y. P. U. convention, which will be held at Mount Olive Baptist church, Colton on Saturday before the first Sunday in March to arrange a program for the State meeting in Evanston, also to atteud to other business as may claim our attention. Yours in Christ. J. W. Greer, Pres. 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We have received many encourag ing letters as to our stand for the Old Time Baptist Faith, from laymen and the clergy not only in our Discristrict but throughout 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. 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 Enterprise. The prayers of the righteous availeth much.—Bible Dr. W. P. Washington of Rhode Casey avenue. My Vernon Jill has moved to Dedham unto enter upon his new work as pastor and is now a minister of the church good work to do. ```markdown ``` To insure publication all correspondence should reach this office not later than Tuesday morning. The editor. 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, HI, who successfully pastored Shiloh Baptist church of that city for 5 consecutive years. His address is 1011 Herbert St. In this issue appears an advertisement of the "Old Reliable" St. Louis Globe Democrat, to which we request your attention. The Globe-Democrat bases its claim for your subscription on its absolute fairness in printing all the news in an unbiased uncolored way. There have been great and important additions to its news gathering facilities, both at home and abroad. There have also been added a number of new daily features. There is always a good continued story, news of the world in photographs, daily comic cartoons and many other regular features for men, women and children. For participants we urge you to read the advertisement, and then send in your orders at once to the Globe Printing Co. Publishers St. Louis, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Fossie have returned home, after a few days absence from the city. Mr. Maurice Martin, of Indiana Harbor, Ind arrived in the city Sunday, to visit his sister Mrs Larry Rodgers, and other relatives Rev. J F. Drane, of Bowling Green Ky., State Missionary of the Western District of Kentucky, is in the city to preach a few nights in a meeting at 1st Baptist church. He paid this office a pleasant call in company of Rev. T. M. Moses. Rev. J. B. McCrary, was a business visitor of Paducah, Monday. Coal. W. F. Wadeking handles cooking, nut and lump coal. Delivered at 71.2 per bushel. Rev. Thos, Harmon, is conducting a meeting at Round Knob, with good prospects for a splendid revival. He had several mourners Sunday night. Mrs. Ellen Barnett, of Joppa, was in the city this week. Rev. J. B. McCrary, will preach for Rev M. E. Parnell of Coulterville next Monday night March 7th All manuscript with a list of names should be accompanied with $1.00 to secure publication. Little Miss Necie Belle Duke who was indisposed is better. Rev. J. B. McCrary, is at home this week from Springfield. There were good services at the First Baptist church Sunday. The Pastor preached a wonderful sermon at the morning service, followed by Communion and Covenant meeting in the afternoon Rev. Elmore Routen, preached at the evening service. The way that seemeth right unto men often leads to death. It depends largely as to the view one takes to right and wrong, much depends upon one's training. Rev. and Mrs. J. O. Griffin, of Paducah, Ky. were in the city Monday. Miss Ethel Williams, formerly of his city, now of Chicago, is in the city visiting friends. Mrs. and Mrs. Ben Maxwell and children of Brookport, spent Sunday in the city. Mrs. Margie Stanley, is indisposed this week. METROPOLIS WEEKLY GAZETTE, METROPOLIS, ILL. You are hereby notified, that at a sale of Real Estate made by the Sheriff, at the door of the Court House, in the City of Metropolis, County of Massac and State of Illinois on the 9th day of June A. D. 1910, O. S. Butler and R. B. Lytton purchasers the following described Real Estate, situated in the said County, for the Taxes, Interest, Penalties and Costs due and unpaid thereon, for the year A. D. 1918 assessed in the name of W. F. Sexton. Lots 5 and 7 in Block 18 in Hattfield addition to Pope's addition, to the town of Joppa, Massac County Illinois, that O. S. Butler now holds certificate of sale for first and last of above described parcels of ground by purchase, and the remainder by assignment from purchaser at tax sale. The time allowed by law for the redemption of said Real Estate will expire on the 9th day of June A. D. 1921. O. S. Butler Purchaser and Assignee. The churches to carry out their mission, as divinely instituted organizations must not forget the poor and needy. If a church or an individual shuts up the bowels of compassion against the widow forphan and the poor, How dwelleth the love of God in them? is a question to be answered. How church small or large should collect money every Sunday for which to assist the worthy poor both of its flock and the community. Most churches offer they are exempt from this responsible duty if they only pay their pastor and pay off the debts of a father's church; it is a very sad mistake as Jesus has said. "The poor you have always as much as to say. You have them as your charge and you are responsible to see that they do not suffer. That church which fails to perform its duty in making the needy feel that they can find a friend when in a penniless condition has fallen short of its missions. The chief duty of a church is to save souls and next in importance is to feed the hungry and clothe the naked. If some of the so-called church members, and would be christians would drink less "White Mule" Wine of Pepsin and the many kindred home made brews, and help the poor among them there would be a great deal of happiness in the world and the church. Rev. Thos. Turner, is at home this week from Elkville, where he preached several nights. Mr. Ellis Shelton, is on the sick list The little baby of Mr. and Mrs. Lomas White is sick. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Maxwell, Mr. and Mrs. Indileenofs Daugherty, Mr. and Mrs. Alonza Donlow, Mrs. Ellen White, Miss Nellie Manktain and Mr. Dan Hamilton, of Brookport, motored to Metropolis to attend the revival at First Baptist church. Mrs. Rulas Mitchell, formerly of this city, now of Cairo, is reported to be dangerously sick. We pray for her a speedy recovery. Mrs. Georgja, Mai Morgan, left this week for Lorraine, Ohio, to join her husband. Rex, B. C. Long, of Choat, returned from his church at Hickory Grove, Ky. Monday. He reports a good meeting. Revi, M. Su, McCauley who is giving half time to a Presbyterian church at Mayfield, Ky. returned Monday. He reports the work in a fair shape. Notice to Circles. To the Circles of the East Mt. Olive Baptist Association. Dear Sisters, I write you through your churches and to the pastors asking their co-operation I would have to visit your circles as the time is fast advanced and there is much to be done for the Masters. also death in my family this year; but I promised the Lord through storms arise I would take my cross and follow on. I desire to visit your circles. Dear Christian pastors I ask that you do not shut up your church at the hour the circle as to meet and say we have no spare time for the missionary. I hope that I shall have a letter soon from some president saying come and visit our circles. God bless the work. E. M. LONG, State Missionary 519 E. Howard St., Centralia, Ill. WHICH SIDE ARE YOU ON? We want to ask you solemnly what are you doing for the cause of Jesus! HE DIED FOR YOU. Have you given to His cause to satisfy the demands made upon your Heart, Mind and Soul by Pity, Sympathy, Humanity and Religious obligation! Bring Me all the tithes into the storehouse and prove me now herewith, faith the Lord, of host, if I sit open you and kindly of Heaven, and pour you out a blessing that there shall not be room enraged to receive it. Mal. 3:10. God never allows one to be in His debt. You cannot beat God giving. God helping me I shall try and do my full duty this year, by helping those on the foreign field and those that desire to go. National Baptist Foreign Mission Board, N. B. © 330 S. 8th St. Louisville' Ky. New Vigor Vim and Vitality Follow the use of DR. MILES' Heart Treatment If you are suffering from any weakness, irregularity or distress of the heart you should try this reliable medicine. Thousands have been benefited by its use: Mrs. Mary E. Sheafer, West Philadelphia, Pa., found great relief. 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You can eat what you want when you take Dr. Walker's Medicine. We guarantee it. Sit right down and order a $1, bottle MRS. M. J. McCRARY, Agent 903 Pearl St. Metropolis, 1h Tax Purchaser's Sale Notice Metropolis, Ill. Feb. 14, 1921. To W. F. Sexon, Charlie Thompson Mrs. Mary C. Anderson and Tabitha Beasley: You are hereby notified, that at a sale of Real Estate made by the Sheri- f at the door of the Court House, in the town of Metropolis, County of Massac and State of Illinois on the 9th day of June A. D. 1919. S. B. Kerr, Jesse Gurley, W. F. Cummins, Wm. Wright and W. F. Smith purchased the following described Real Estate, situ- ated in the said County, for the Taxes Interest, Penalties and Costs due and unpaid thereon, for the year A. D. 1918 assessed in the name of W. F. Sexon, to wit: Lots 1, 2, 4, 6, and 8, in Block 18, also balance of Block 18, in Hatfield's addition to Pope's addition to the town of Joppa, Massac County, Ill. That S. B. Kerr, now holds certificate of sale for first and last of above described parcels of ground by purchase, and the remainder by assignment from purchasers at tax sale. The time allowed by law for redemption of said Real Estate will expire on the 9th day of June A. D. 1921. S. B. Kerr, Purchaser and Assignee. Publication Notice. Metropolis, Ill. Feb. 9th 1921. To Eugene Munson, William George, Wyphelm Honnefe, John N. Hackman, Agte to whom it may concern, to all parties interested and unknown owners You are hereby notified, that at a sale of Real Estate made by the Sheri- f at the door of the Court House, in the town of Metropolis, County of Massac, and State of Illinois on the 9th day of June A. D. 1919 William Wright purchased the following described Real Estate, situated in the said County, for the Taxes, Interest, Penalties and Coats due and unpaid the coin, for the 9th year A. D. 1918. Assessed in the name of Eugene Munson to wit: A parcel of ground 225 ft. X 225 ft. X 200 ft. in Postlethwaite and Mortons addition to City of Brookport, Massac County. Illinois, being part of S. 1-2 N. E. 1.4 Sec. 14, Towp. 16, S. R. 5. E. 3rd P. M. formerly owned by John W. Holmes; record title now in Wilhelm Hoelle, see deed record "34" page 544. Afterward certificate of purchase assigned to S. Bartlett Kerr. The time allowed by law for the redemption of said Real Estate will expire on the 9th day of June 1921. Metropolis, Ill. Feb. 9th 1921. To Brownlow Roberts, to Mortgages and all parties interested: You are hereby notified, that at a sale of Real Estate made by the Sheriff at the door of the Court House, in the town of Metropolis, County of Massac, and State of Illinois, on the 9th day of June A. D. 1919, William F Cummins purchased the following described Real Estate, situated in the said County, for the Taxes, Interest, Penalties and Cost due and unpaid thereon, for the year A. D. 1919, assessed in block 202, Fairmount addition and City of Metropolis, Massac County Illinois, Afterward certificate of purchase was assigned to S. Bartlett Kerr. metropolis, Ili. Feb. 9th 1921 To Henrietta McKee, Anna Loan and Improvement Association of Anna, Ili. You are hereby notified, that at a sale of Real Estate made by the Sherri at the door of the Court House, in the town of Metropolis, County of Massac and Stats of Hirirois on the 9th day of June A.D. 1921 purchased the following described Real Estate, situated in the said County for special assessments, Taxes, Interests, Penalties and Costs due and unpaid thereon, for the year A.D. 1921 assessed on the name Henrietta McKee viz. Lot 100 in Block 12, of the city of Metropolis, Massac County, Indiana. The time allowed by law for the redemption of said Real Estate will expire on the 9th day of June A.D. 1921. J. H. MIZZEL, Purchaser. J. D. SMITH, R. WOODS. The life of, Cuba is largely sustained by raisins, its people consuming the fruit more generally than any other of the Spanish-American colonies. Dear Pastors, and Churches, composing the General Aassociation of Illinois. This comes to say my tours through the Southern parts of the State in the interest of our State work has met with much success, yea beyond my anticipation. The brethren where I have been have met me with open doors, hands and hearts, and the interest that is being manifested for our State Work has been an eye opener to me, since I have been out for our State work. May God bless, the brethren so the good work may go on. But listen Brethren, I regret very much that I cannot come to all of my brethren and do justice to my own pastorate, and yet. I must reach you some way before our meeting in Evanson May next. So I am trying to reach you by this letter to say I am asking all of the churches that are affiliating with our State Association to give your humble servant at least a five or ten dollar hearing if I get there in person, and if I cannot get there in person but come thru the mail please give me the same consideration as if I were there in person. I am doing what I can to make our next meeting a financial success. May I have your cooperation? God bless all for everymore. W. P. Washington Admipistrator's Notice. Estate of Mary F. Coulter Deceased The undersigned, having been appointed Administrator under Sec. 9. Chap. 86 R. S. of the estate of Mary F. Coulter late of the County of Masac and the State of Illinois, deceased, hereby give notice that he will appear before the County Court of Masac County at the Court House in Metropolis, at the March Term on the first Monday in March 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 requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. Tax Purchaser's Sale Notice To W. F. Sexton, Charlie Thompson Mary C. Anderson and parties interested: You are hereby notified, that at sale of Real Estate made by the Sheriff at the door of the Court House, in the City of Metropolis, County of Massac, and State of Illinois on the 9th day of June A. D. 1919; J. H. Mizell-purchased the following, described Real Estate, situated in the said County, for the Taxes, Interest, Penalties and Costs due and unpaid thereon, for the year A. D. 1918 Assessed to W. F. Sexton, town-town of Joppa, lot 9, block 18. And the time allowed by law for the redemption of said Real Estate will expire on the 9th day of June A. D. 1921 Manager of Gazette Deat Madam. I hope this will find you and family well. Please find inclosed the balance of $1.00 for one year's subscription and please publish same so she can see that I sent it to you. I hope to send in more soon. We are thankful to you for the interest taken in securing subscribers. If every subscriber would do likewise it would help us out financially. Read The Garette METROPOLIS WEEKLY GAZETTE, METROPOLIS, ILL. General Baptist State Associat'n Read Carefully and Act Quickly. Centralia Dear Editor: We are pleased to mention the East St. Louis Gazette To the Pastors and members of the churches belonging to the General Baptist state Association of Illinois There are only four months until we meet at Evanston IL and there is great need of money for Missions and Education. We drive not done all we could do no not half. We have been telling the people that we are loyal Baptist and proud of our State Association. Let us stop telling the people with our tongue and from now until the annual session tell them by our work. Can we work? Yes. But will we work? Every pastor and member is asked to join your corresponding secretary in a drive for christian missions. If you are interested in the advancement of our state association, now is the time to show it. Send me your name and address and I will send you the plan to work for the success of the drive. I assure you it will not interfere with your local church work in any way, but will prove that your church and yourself are really interested in the work. Why not make this the banner year for the Genertl Association We must not wait for something to turn up for our own success. We can make this drive a big thing if every officer in the state association will at once send in their names and set to work, it is a very hard pull without cooperation, send me your names by return mail and get busy on the job. The Metropolis Gazette Publishing Co. has Established a Branch Office East St. Louis. Here a Job Office will be operated under competent management. Splendid inducements have been assured us by the leaders of the city. We have plenty machinery and force to take care of the situation. Rev. Edgar McCray, is now in the city perfecting arrangements. We have 25 years experience in type setting, job and newspaper work — The Editor. Office 1318 E. Broadway, East St. Louis, Ill. Phones Bell, E. 187, St. Clair 1969. Call or Phone us the news and your next Job or $^1$ Ad. Rev. Edgar S. B. McCrary, Editor and Manager. ST. LOUIS PHONES EAST ST. LOUIS PHONES Bomont 3148 Night Calls Office: Bell. E. 1987 Central 3798-L Promptly Answered St. Clair 1969 R. M. C. GREEN FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER Free Funeral Parlors Automobiles For All Occasions Office: Office: 2635 Market St. 1318 E. Broadway ST. LOUIS, MO. E. ST. LOUIS, IL. Dr. Hall's Liniment Rheumatic and Neuraligia Liniment. Good for Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Aching and Swelling Joints. All Local Palms, including Corns, Bunions and Toothache. There are two sizes $1.00 and 500 bottles. No order sent through the mail for less than $1.00. This Liniment is guaranteed. Distributor for Illinois, MRS. M. J. MUCRARN 903 Pearl St., Metropolis, Ill. DR. ERNEST HALL, Atlanta, Ga. The editor received a letter from Mrs. Louise Mitchell, telling him of her illness, which he, as well as others were sorry to hear, and we hope to hear soon that she has recuperated. Rev. J. B. McCrary. Moderator of Mt. Olive Baptist Association and Pastor of Unity Baptist Church, Brookport, Ill., wishes all of the pastors and members of the District Many Conversions. Notice. To the workers of the Woman's State association, auxiliary to the General Missionary Baptist association. It is the purpose of our president, sister E V. Hooper 746 Beltorte ave, Oak Park, Ill., to pull off a mass meeting March 18th in the interest of our State work. We have distributed mission boxes throughout the State in the interest of this meeting. But if any individual member who is interested in the State work may send in any amount you have to the president not later than March 15th or go and carry it to the meeting to be held in Ebineezer Baptist church, Chicago. Welwant to raise $300. Come to the front loyal Baptist women, and let's pull on a big program for the Master. To A. C. Ferguson, and all whom it may concern. You are hereby notified, that at a sale of Real Estate you by the Sheriff at the door of the Dutra House, in the City of Metropolitan Council missac, and State of Illinois on the 11th of day of June A. D., 1919, A. B. Mizell, purchased the following described Real Estate, situated in the said Coun- tries, the Taxes, Interest, Penalties and Costs due and unpaid thereon, for the year A. D., 1918 Assessed to A. C. Ferguson, 1918. S. W. N. E. Section 30. Townp. 14 Ranges B. Of. 2rd Prm. M. Containing 38 acres. Underwriters Mutual Insurance Co., They are Steady and Reliable. Pay all Sick and Death Claims Promptly. 1902 Market Ave. L. R. LESLIE, Dist. Supt. Phone St. Claim, 1069 L. EAST ST. LOUIS, TN. And that the time allowed by law for the redemption of said Real Estate will expire on the 9th day of June A. D. 1921. Trade with those who advertise with Us We are pleased to mention the visit made by Rev. J. B. McCraary during our revival, and also the great sermon delivered by him to the delight of the large congregation out to hear him. The church welcomes Rev. McCraary at any time he has an opportunity. The revival was quite a success. We had 15 converts and four by relation. Much praise is given Rev. McCraary, Payne, Barnes, Anderson, McKee, and Carter for their excellent leadership. A rally Sunday last enabled us to realize $93 of which we are very proud. Rev. W. H. Carter is leading us to victory. We remain yours in Christ, Rev. W. H. Carter, Pastor. Galatia, Ill., Feb, 28th 1921 Brother J. B. McCrary, Editor of the Gazette The Sophomore class of Dunbar High School, organized Feb. 25, 1921, a class club for the purpose of beautifying the walls of Dunbar High School. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Hazel Jamison, President. Selene Skinner, Secretary. Lucinda Jones, Treasurer. Artie Lyons, Chairman of stirring committee. The Suuday School Institute The S. S. Institute of the Mt. Olive Baptist Sunday School convention, met in Duquoin, Feb. 25-26 with Mt. Zion Baptist church, with Rev. W. F. Moody, pastor. The meeting was a grand success from start to finish. Bro. M. Duncan, the Pres. presided over the meeting. Several of the district workers and Superintendents were present. Among them were State S. S. Pres., J. W. Greer, Colp; Dist. Pres. of Mt. Olive S. S. Convention, J. W. Corneal, Centralia, Wm. Macklin Supt. of New Hope S. S., Sparta, Rev. Wm. Moody, Pastor of Rock Hill Baptist church. Carbondale; Mrs. Laura Leake, Pres. of W. E. and M. convention of Mount Olive Baptist Association, J. B. McCrary, Institute Conductor, and many of the pastors and superintendents and teachers of the local Schools. Every effort was put forth by the pastor, the young men and women of the church and the pastor, Rev. Hunt and members of the St. Paul Baptist church to entertain the visitors. Rambler and Lyo. Win. Macklin were royally entertained at the homes of Bros. and Sisters. Those Jones and Hunter while in the city. Rev. S. H. Prunt; pastor of Mc Olive Bins. church came in at a late hour having been in a festival his church at Shawnee-town. This next Institute meeting will be held with the Macedonian Baptist Sunday School Heirschart by invitation on Fri- day and Saturday before the 4th Sunday in March 1921. At which time the Executive Board of the Mount, Olive S. S. Convention are requested to meet to arrange for the State, S. S. Convention which convenes in Evanson in May. Let every school send a messenger. A Crime Self-Punished. A brief entered a house, in Riverside Drive and stole five volumes of poetry. There's a crime that carries its own punishment—New York Herald. Page Three Mme. Nollie Parks Agent for Mme. C. J. walker's Hair preparations and Scientific Scalp Treatment. Every woman who wants hair can have it, no matter how short, how stubby or what condition the scalp. For long and Beautiful Hair, Use Wonderful Hair Grower. It is positively guaranteed to grow hair, many persons will tell you it is impossible to grow hair where the scalp is covered with dandruff or Tetter. Let us use her method, the Tetter Salve. and Dandruff Cure Get your Scalp in a natural healthy condition or let us use the Wonderful Hair Grower and see the results. Shampoo, Tetter Salve, Temple Grower. 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 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. 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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Bolden, 406 N, 17, St. Little Florence climbed upon her father's lap on her birthday and put her arms around his neck. Father always called her "Toodies," and until now she had answered to the name. But now she looked at him in surprise "Why, I'm three now! I should think you'd call me 'Threedies.'" she said "Thought and Kindness Fest. It is not written blessed as he that readth the poor, but he that considereth the poor. A little thought and a little kindness are often worth more than a great deal of money.—John Ruskin. [Image of a man with a mustache and glasses, wearing a dark suit and a white shirt with a bow tie. The background is a plain, light-colored surface.]] REV. C. W. NORMENT, Pastor St. John Baptist Church Mounds, Illinois. 100 Negro Boys and Girls Wanted as Reporters and Agents for The Gazatte. The largest and the best Selling Negao Newspaper in Southern Illinois. Agents wanted in every town and village. Liberal Commission. Keep own commission before sending to company Write for particulars if intersisted. MRS. M. J. McCRARY Manager 001 Pearl St. Metropolis, Ill CONDEMN HIGH PRIGED STOCK FOODS Prominent Hog Raiser Says Prices Charged Are Unwarranted-Makes His Own Food With Better Results "That he is all through paying fancy prices for stock foods and hog remedies and that he is raising some of the best hogs ever placed on the market" was the statement made recently by E. H. Beckstead, Well known hog raiser and authority on live stock. Mr. Beckstead's, hogs are the envy of his neighbors, and have "topped the market" for several years in Iowa. He states that for years he bought high priced hog fools and hog remedies, but he is all through paying extravagant prices for what he can make himself. He states that what the hogs need are minerals, and tells the secret of his wonderful success by explaining that he tweks about five pounds of ordinary mineraline (which is pure concentrated minerals and costs only a couple of dollars) and mixes same with enough bran ciller to make a hundred pounds. All hogs, and especially brood sows require minerals as they keep them free from worms, and in the pink of condition, and are essential to the hogs growth and a weel balanced ration. This inexpensive mixture p'aed in a shelttered box where the hogs can get it when they need it, will produce for bëtter results than any high priced so called stock foods. Send two dollars to the Mineraline Chemical Co., 1638 North Wells St. Chicago, Ill. and they will forward you by prepaid pareel post, enough mineraline to make a full hundred pounds. (Adv.) Financial Statement of 1st Baptist Church. Following is financial staten en of the F st Bapt st chu ch. From Nov. 24 1920 to Feb. 24, 1921 money taken in $741. 59; Men y paid out $421 65 Balance in Treis. $319 94 Misfit Name. Money Long in Use. Hindus for centuries have used new honey as a laxative and old honey as an astringent. Aborigines of Persia offered honey to the sun. Greeks still mix it with milk of water and use it as a libation to the dead. In one section of India milk and honey are handed to all bridegoosas as they arrive at the door of the bride's father, and in ancient Egypt honey was long a chief ingredient of embalming fluid. 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