The Monitor

THE MONITOR A Weekly Newspaper Devoted to the Interests of the Eight T in Omaha and Vicinity, and to the Good of the The Rev. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS, E $1.50 a Year. 5c a Copy. Omaha, Nebraska, July 15, 1916 The Colored Soldier In American History Has Bravely Borne the Battle's Brunt on Many a Hard Field and Never Faltered. MAINTAIN HONORABLE RECORD Brigadier General Burt Writes an Interesting Story of Valor of Black Troops. The daring work of the Colored regulars, the 10th Cavalry which has figured so prominently in recent events in Mexico, recalls the part the Colored soldiers have played in the history of American wars beginning with the revolution. Most sources attest to the Colored soldiers' bravery. In some cases they are said to exhibit such thoroughgoing daring as to be regarded almost as reckless. A short pamphlet, issued by the late Brig. Gen. Andrew S. Burt, U. S. A., retired, relates the story of Colored regiments in American history and describes incidents of bravery in which they were the actors. It reads, in part, as follows: 10th Cavalry Famous. "We have in our regular army four regiments of Colored soldiers, the 9th and 10th cavalry and the 24th and 25th infantry. The two cavalry regiments have fine records in campaigns on our western frontier in the old days of Indian warfare. These troopers also have splendid records made in Cuba and the Philippines. It is whispered abroad that the 10th cavalry arrived on the field of Santiago in the nick of time to save a much heralded cavalry command from being wiped out or otherwise roughridden by the Spanish forces. That kindly help by the Negro troopers has not, to my knowledge, been bruited about with any very loud acclaim. Noble Record of 24th Infantry. "The 24th infantry has likewise made an enviable record in Indian warfare, in Cuba and in the Philippines, not only for its fighting, but as well for its law-abiding conduct wherever it has served in this country and in foreign lands." Gen. Burt then relates the service of the 24th in nursing white soldiers afflicted with yellow fever in Cuba, The Colonel asked for 60 volunteers and every man in line volunteered. When half of these Colored soldier nurses had taken the fever the Colonel called the 24th out, explained this condition and asked for volunteers. Again every man volunteered. Never Showed White Feather. "The 25th infantry has made a record for fighting at El Caney, in Cuba, at Mt. Aryat, O'Donnell and in numerous skirmishes in the Philippines. Speaking of the Negro soldier generally, I can find nowhere in the history of American wars a single instance where a Negro regiment showed the (Continued on eighth page) Omaha, Nebraska, July 15, 1916 Hummel Takes B His Jim Crow Promises That There Will Be No regation at Municipal Be Hummel Takes Back His Jim Crow Order Promises That There Will Be No More Segregation at Municipal Beach. Municipal beach has been opened for two years, offering equal, free and unrestricted bathing privileges to all citizens of Omaha, who would conduct themselves in an orderly manner and wished to avail themselves of these privileges. full responsibility for this order which he said he was advised would make for harmony. When it was pointed out to him that it was in direct violation of The Nebraska Civil Rights Bill, and was objectionable from the point of being The beach has been popular. Our own people, not in great numbers, but some have gone in bathing. They were chiefly boys and a few men. They have created no disorder. There has been no disturbance. But two weeks ago it seems that some imbecilic and impecunious individual or individuals importuned Commissioner Hummel to issue an order to restrict Colored bathers to one section of the beach, and Joseph B. Hummel, much to our surprise, proved weak enough to fall for it. The rule was established and its enforcement undertaken chiefly in the case of some small boys who could thus easily be imposed upon. Saturday afternoon, however, one of the life guards, acting, as he said, under Mr. Hummel's direct orders, which upon investigation proved to be true, attempted to enforce the rule against a well known citizen who refused to recognize it. The outcome of the matter was this: Dr. J. H. Hutten, Attorney Amos P. Scruggs and the Editor of The Monitor interviewed Mr. Hummel Monday afternoon. Be it said to Mr. Hummel's credit that he did not try to place the blame upon any of his subordinates, but he himself assumed Rowdvies at Beach Were White Not Colored Attendance at the Municipal beach Tuesday evening was of such proportions that Park Commissioner Hummel and Superintendent English find it necessary to adopt stricter regulatory features, with a view of conserving the best interests of patrons of the beach. On Tuesday evening the crowd in the water was estimated at nearly 2,000, and nearly 3,000 spectators lined the shore. An attendant counted 250 automobiles there at one time during the evening. A crowd of enthusiastic men started splashing to the women's side of the water. The guards admonished the revelers against an excess of enthusiasm, but this warning was of no avail. A policeman in uniform went out in a patrol boat and he was disregarded by the crowd of thoughtless splashers. Chief of Police Dunn will be in attendance himself this evening and will make an example of any who mistake liberty for license and take kes Back Crow Order Will Be No More Seg- nicipal Beach. full responsibility for this order which he said he was advised would make for harmony. When it was pointed out to him that it was in direct violation of The Nebraska Civil Rights Bill, and was objectionable from the point of being the entering wedge for other discriminations in parks and public places which we as taxpayers help to support, Mr. Hummel consented to rescind the order at once, assuring the committee that full privileges should be accorded us in common with all classes of citizens. This assurance, which we believe was made in good faith, was satisfatory to the committee. It may be well to state here that while the committee made no threats, if this order had not been rescinded they were prepared to carry it to the courts. Fortunately this was not necessary. And here a word or two to our people may not be amiss: We are here to fight your battles, which are ours also, and stand up uncompromisingly and unflinchingly for the right. We must see to it that we conduct ourselves always in a manner to command respect. In our taking advantage, as we should, of the opportunity for recreation offered us in our parks and other places of amusement, let us see to it that our conduct is above reproach. Then if just privileges are denied us, if our conduct has been what it should be, we will be in a position to demand redress, and get it. delight in spoiling the pleasure of others. "We are running this beach for the benefit of those who know how to use a privilege. We intend to put a stop to rowdyism. The demonstration of Tuesday night will not be repeated without atcion on our part," stated Commissioner Hummel.—News item in Omaha Evening Bee, Wednesday, July 12, 1916. We desire to call attention to the fact that Colored patrons of the beach took no part in this rowdyism. For the two years the beach has been opened not a single case of disorderly conduct has been charged up to our people and yet they want to segregate us. Suppress rowdyism by all means, gentlemen; segregate rowdies and "rough-necks," but please do not try any segregation stunts or "Jim Crow" regulations for self-respecting, wellbehaved, law-abiding Colored citizens or their children.—Editor Monitor. and Colored People nunity Vol. II. No. 3 (Whole No. 55) Omaha Man Who Nominated Hughes Some Unpublished Facts Which Prove That This Distinguished Honor Belongs to Nebraska. KING AND HITCHCOCK MEET Their Chance Conversation Reported for First Time in Monitor Throws Light on Nomination. Do you know that an Omaha man is really responsible for the nomination of Hughes? Well, it's a fact. And you could never guess who that man is. It's safe to say ninety out of every one hundred persons would say it was Victor Rosewater of the Omaha Bee. A few others might give the credit to R. Beecher Howell. Between the partisans of these two leaders, local controversy has run high as to which of the twain was the original Nebraska Hughes "discoverer," and therefore by "right of discovery," if not "by right of conquest," is entitled to the honor of bringing to pass Mr. Hughes' nomination. Not Rosewater but King To Victor Rosewater undoubtedly belongs the credit of arousing, sustaining and organizing the Hughes sentiment in Nebraska. He was instant and insistent in season and out of season for Hughes. And the chief laurels for winning Nebraska for Hughes belong to Victor Rosewater. And yet without any desire to rob Mr. Rosewater of that which is his due, The Monitor claims that the man who is really responsible for the nomination of Hughes is not a man of national reputation like Rosewater, but a man who, while highly respected and well known locally, is practically unknown outside of the state, and that man is W. Scott King. Who Is King? W. Scott King? Who is he? And what did he have to do with Hughes' nomination? What "pipe dream" is this? Like the sparrow-pestered parrot, let us repeat: "One at a time, gentlemen, please, one at a time." W. Scott King is a civil engineer and surveyor, who for many years was in charge of the South Omaha Stock Yards. One of the South Omaha builders, promoters and pushers and incidentally, at one time quite active in local politics. A thoroughbred manly fellow with lots of grey matter under his hat. He is interested in some mines in Arizona, or at least his sons are. King Meets Hitchcock In January, 1915, please note the time, Mr. King was in Tucson, and while there he was introduced to a "Mr. Hitchcock," whom he found to be a wide-awake, pleasant, affable and well-informed man. Mr. King learned subsequently that (Continued on Page 3) We Are Always Glad To See You at the Alamo Ice Cream Garden. Yes, sir, that is precisely what we mean. We have opened an up-to-now ice cream parlor at the Alamo Hall. We serve ice cream, ices, and all kinds of soft drinks, in fact, anything to suit your taste. We are positive you will find it the coolest, neatest place in the city. Our prices, courteous service and entertainment will more than please you. MUSIC AND ENTERTAINER every Sunday evening between 8 P.M. and 12 P.M. Bring your friends. Come out and have a good time. Hall for rent at reasonable prices. We solicit special parties for the afternoon and evening. Dancing every Monday night. Admission 25c. Telephone Webster 604. The Alamo Ice Cream Garden General Race News 24th and Grant Streets 2 NEGRO CONTRACTORS DO LARGE BUSINESS Philadeiphia, Pa., July 15.—Records kept by only one organization in this city show that Negro contractors have handled in Philadelphia during the past two years, more than $150,-000 in contracts. This by no means represents the volume of work done by Negro workmen, but is simply the amount of contracts given to Negro contractors, who were meeting in open competition, the most successful contractors of the white race. "Many thousands of dollars paid to Negro workmen cannot be included in this total because the workmen individually secure employment from other sources than from the Negro contractor. Last year Negro contractors, on work that came through the officers of the Armstrong Association of Philadelphia alone, carried out contracts to the amount of $65,000. Already this year, however, the figures have reached $85,000. The largest single item totalled $17,000, but a large dairy plant now being figured on will cost approximately $30,000, and other business operations will aggregate more than $50,000. Reference is made to the fact that in 1913 the buildings of the Emancipation Exposition, entailing an outlay of $50,000, were erected in the remarkable time of forty-four days, the work being handled by a Negro contractor. The Armstrong Association through THE MONITOR which these contracts were secured, has offices at Fourth and Chestnut streets, and at 1519 Lombard street. John T. Emelen is the secretary and treasurer and A. L. Manley is the industrial secretary. NEW ATHLETIC STAR Seattle, Wash., July 15.—Followers of athletics in Seattle are wondering if another Howard Drew has been discovered in Ed Johnson, a Colored youth of 19, who is a member of the Broadway high school squad. The sensational work of the young athlete has attracted general attention and sporting writers have devoted ocnsiderable space on their sporting pages describing his prowess. Following are the events in which Johnson has won first place in meets with other schools to date: 100-yard dash, 200-yard dash, discus (state record), quarter mile, broad jump and high jump. Besides these, Johnson has run in the relay. In the first dual meet of the season in which he entered, Johnson won all five events in whihe he was entered. Johnson will enter the University of Washington next spring. WHITE DESERTERS COMMAND MEXICANS El Paso, Tex., July 15.—Private Wm. Givens, Troop K, Tenth cavalry, states that the commander of a detachment of Mexicans at the Carrizal fight was a former soldier of the Twentieth U. S. Infantry. Givens was among the captured troopers at Carrizal and the prisoners were put in charge of the company commanded by this Ameriacn. Givens said he asked the man if he had not been at Columbus, N. M., with the Twentieth Infantry, and the white American admitted that he had deserted at Columbus. Givens stated that he had heard of other white Americans with the Carranza forces. OKLAHOMA DRUGGIST VISITS OMAHA Dr. A. G. Wallace of Okomulgee, Okla., where he is the proprietor of the Owl Drug Store, one of the best equipped stores owned by the race in the country, spent a few hours in Omaha July 4th. Dr. Wallace was the first Colored graduate from Fremont College, Fremont, Nebr., where he was graduated ten years ago. He was instrumental in helping to defeat the Grandfather Clause in Oklahoma, and says he will not stop until we defeat the Jim Crow law. He has done much to promote the welfare of the Negro in his community, although a young man tsill in his thirties. He spoke very favorably of Omaha, and was thinking seriously of opening a drug store in this city. Sunday, July 16th, is Woman's Day at St. John's. They will have charge of the entire day, with special program at night. The Rev. W. T. Osborne is asking all members and friends for dollar money on that day. Our furnished rooms—homey, comfy and desirable. Fontenelle Investment Co., 220 South 13th. Phone Douglas 7150.—Adv. Will N. Johnson, Lawyer, Southwest Corner of Fourteenth and Douglas Sts. Douglas 4956.—Adv. GO WHERE IT IS COOL CLEAN OMFORTABLE North Star Cafe 2414 North 24th St. OMAHA'S FIRST-CLASS RESTAURANT Sunday Dinner, 35c. Also Meals a la carte Count Wilkinson, Prop. V. F. KUNCL MEAT MARKET The Oldest Market in the City Tel. Doug. 1198 1244 S. 13th St. TAKE YOUR MEALS AT THE VENDOME The Best Place in the City A. Marshall, Prop. 1210 Dodge Street Open 6:30 a. m. to 9 p. m. OMAHA PRINTING COMPANY THE OFFICE SUPPLY HOUSE d To Danc Mr. Hitchcock was from New York. Mr. Hitchcock learned that Mr. King was from Nebraska, the state that William Jennings Bryan has put politically on the map. King did not know Hitchcock's first name and did not connect him with Frank H. Hitchcock, Taft's campaign manager, and one of the most skillful political leaders of the country. They, however, discussed politics. A Twelve-Mile Wagon Ride One day King and Hitchcock were two of a party who had to take a twelve-mile ride in a wagon. It was not "the band wagon," although we indulge the hope that that ride may land Scott King in a good substantial seat somewhere in the national republican band wagon, when Hughes is elected in November. King and Hitchcock rode together in the back seat and fell again to discussing politics. A Chance Conversation The following conversation took place: Mr. King—"Say, Hitchcock, you're from New York and in touch with the situation there; from your point of view, who do you think the next republican nominee for president will be? Mr. Hitchcock—"It's a little too early to say, but here are a few of the probable candidates. Root, Roosevelt, Cummings, La Follette and, of course, others, but in my judgment, the best available man, and the strongest man that can be put up is Root. He's my preference. He'll most likely be the man." Mr. King—"Root is very able and the biggest statesman in the country, but somehow people don't warm up to him; and for that reason I think his nomination would be a mistake. Mr. Hitchcock—"Well, who do you think it ought to be?" Mr. King—"Hughes! He's the man. He ought to have been nominated four years ago." Mr. Hitchcock threw up his hands and said: "By Jove, King, if we could get Hughes to take it he'd be just the man, but I don't believe he'd accept. No, he wouldn't accept it." No American Big Enough to Refuse Presidency Mr. King replied: "No American citizen is big enough to refuse to be President of the United States. If the nomination comes to him clean and unanimous you can just bet your sweet life that Hughes will accept it." Hitchcock Pulls for Hughes Frank Harris Hitchocck in a few days went east. He visited Hughes in Washington. Soon thereafter the Hughes' boom began. Frank H. Hitchcock became Hughes' campaign manager. Charles Evans Hughes was nominated clean and unanimously and accepted immediately as Winfield Scott King of Omaha said at Tucson, Arizona, in 1915, that he would. Conversation Leads to Nomination Who would have thought that a chance conversation between a New Yorker and a Nebraskan would lead to the nomination and of course, the election of the next republican president? We learned these facts in a conversation with Mr. King a few days ago and asked his permission to publish the story in The Monitor and we feel rather proud of the fact that we have the distinction of being the first newspaper in the country to publish this sidelight on the nomination of Mr. Hughes. THE MONITOR In the light of subsequent events we believe that W. Soctt King, of Omaha, Nebraska, is the man who really nominated Hughes. There will be a barbecue and free lawn social Saturday evening, July 29th at 39th and T streets. A free concert will be given by the Toussaint Dramatic Club No. 2. The public is cordially invited.—Adv. The Rev. Thomas Taggart is winning the approbation of the South Side people. He is meeting with much deserved success. Tomorrow he will deliver two sermons at his new charge, the Bethel Baptist Church. The text of his morning sermon will be "Though I Give Up My Body to be Burned," and of his evening sermon, "I Am Bound in Prison and How Shall I break Loose." Tell your friends about The Monitor. We wish to thank our many friends for their kindness during the illness of our deceased husband, father and brother-in-law, Mr. Jake Broomfield, also for the beautiful floral offerings. The Allen Chapel, A. M. E. Church, will hold special services in a large tent on the lawn back of the church. Everyone is invited to attend these services which will begin Sunday evening, July 16, 1916. Since sin is ever present, we must be ever busy trying to save others as well as the constant effort it takes to save ourselves. Rev. T. M. Reeves, of Hutchinson, Kansas, an evangelist of considerable renown, will be with us. Come over and help make this to be a comp-meeting to be remembered. Mrs. Roxy Casey of 6212 South 27th street is seriously ill. Mrs. L. Olliver, of 1514 Y street, died Thursday morning, July 13, 1916. No arrangement will be made for the funeral until the arrival of relatives. Master Mortain Russell, of Kansas City, who has been visiting his aunt in South Omaha for about a month, is spending this week with his little cousin, Master Robt. J. Graves, of 2803 Miama street. CHILDREN HAVE PLEASANT PARTY In honor of the sixth birthday anniversary of their daughter, Charlene, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O. Lewis, of 2604 North 25th St., entertained at a delightful children's party Monday. The afternoon was spent in playing games after which a dainty luncheon was served on the lawn. The little hostess received many beautiful presents. Forty children were present. Mrs. Lewis was assisted by Mesdames A. D. James, C. W. Dickerson, J. F. Smith, W. W. Peebles, L. E. Britt, B. Pegg, T. Phannix, L. E. Smith, J. Turner and H. W. Black. LEAVES FOR SOUTH AMERICA Mr. B. D. Webb left Tuesday evening for New York City. From there he will sail about August 1st for Buenos Aires, Argentine, where he expects to go into the automobile business. Mr. Webb is well equipped for his new ventures as he speaks Spanish well and knows automobiles from "A to Z." We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors for their many acts of kindness during our friend, Harry H. Cohn's illness. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Harrison SOUTH SIDE CARD OF THANKS MELCHOR--Druggist The Old Reliable Tel. South 807 4826 So. 24th St. Assist Us In Preventing Accidents We appeal to passengers to exercise care in getting on and off street cars and when crossing streets on which cars are operated. Carelessness in this respect often results in serious accidents. Omaha & Council Bluffs Street Railway Company BARBERING---THAT'S MY BUSINESS Up-To-Date Methods, Courteous Attention, Clean, Sanitary Surroundings. Five Barbers Who Know Their Business. This Is What My Shop Offers You. 3 Little King Hotel Prices, 15c and Up Mrs. E. Embree, Prop. 4832 South 26th Street. GUARANTEE FURNITURE REPAIR CO. Upholstering, Cabinet Work, Refinishing Prompt Service Tel. So. 4087 4318 So. 24th St. THE MONITOR A Weekly Newspaper devoted to the civic, social and religious interests of the Colored People of Omaha and vicinity, with the desire to contribute something to the general good and upbuilding of the community. Published Every Saturday. Entered as Second-Class Mail office at Omaha, Neb., under the THE REV. JOHN ALBERT W. Lucille Skaggs Edwards, William Pryor, Assoc Joseph LaCour, Jr., Advertiser SUBSCRIPTION RATE Advertising rates, 59 Address, The Monitor, 1119 N. Telephone Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter July 2, 1915, at the Post office at Omaha, Neb., under the act of March 3, 1879. THE REV. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS, Editor and Publisher. Lucille Skaggs Edwards, William Garnett Haynes and Ellsworth W. Pryor, Associate Editors. Joseph LaCour, Jr., Advertising and Circulation Manager. SUBSCRIPTION RATES, $1.50 PER YEAR Advertising rates, 59 cents an inch per issue. Address, The Monitor, 1119 North Twenty-first street, Omaha. Telephone Webster 4243. KEEPING UP PROPERTY It is gratifying to note the peculiar pride our people are taking in improving their property and keeping it in an attractive, sightly and good condition. This is especially true of the ever-increasing number who own, or who are buying, their homes. It is also true, in a large measure, of those who are tenants and are permitted to occupy respectable-looking houses. But very naturally a mere tenant does not take the same pride in the house he occupies as he would were he the owner. Of course there are many unsightly shacks, which are a disgrace to a progressive city, which are occupied by our people—and not necessarily a shiftless class either—and yet many of these places show that they are occupied by people with a love of the beautiful for familiar flowers and clambering vines are generously used to brighten up the premises and modify the unsightliness. As a rule, our people whether homeowners or tenants, are taking pride in keeping up the appearance of the property for which they are responsible. This is as it should be. A people proud of their personal appearance and proud of their home surroundings are a progressive people. Unfortunately, we have among us slouchy and shiftless people; but the great bulk are progressive and selfrespecting and the proof of this is the pride our people show in keeping up their property. WHY HER TAXES WERE HIGHER One of our women went to pay her taxes a few days ago and found that they were eight or nine dollars higher than those of last year. She wondered why. She was told that this was due very largely to the fact that playgrounds, bathing places, etc., for the benefit of the children were being maintained by the city. Having children of her own, she thought this a good thing and cheerfully paid her increased taxes. A few days thereafter her fourteen-year-old son, a manly and gentlemanly lad, went with some of his schoolmates, as had been his custom, to the Municipal beach, and was not permitted to go in bathing with his chums as he had always done before, because of a "Jim Crow" rule recently put into effect. Is it any wonder that the mother of this boy was indignant? It may be well to warn public officials that if they think our people are going to stand for this kind of business, their thinking apparatus stands in urgent need of repairs. If you have anything to dispose of, a Want Ad in The Monitor will sell it. --- 4 Matter July 2, 1915, at the Post-act of March 3, 1879. WILLIAMS, Editor and Publisher. B. Garnett Haynes and Ellsworth W. Associate Editors. Using and Circulation Manager. TUES, $1.50 PER YEAR Events an inch per issue. North Twenty-first street, Omaha. Webster 4243. The Church Advocate of Baltimore, Md., which has the unique distinction of being the only journal in the United States published in the interests of the work of the Episcopal Church among Colored people, contained in its July issue a most complimentary full page article on the Editor of the Monitor. We were deeply touched by the words of our good friend, the Rev. George Freeman Bragg, Jr., D. D., who is the talented editor of The Advocate. We sincerely thank him for his graecful tribute and shall do our best to deserve it. The professional prohibitionists are being probed and punctured in "Public Pulse" by our friend and namesake, Father John Williams. It may be that we are partial, but it looks to us as though this vigorous octogenerian keeps his many opponents busy dodging his vigorous blows. One opponent, in particular, is rapidly developing into a high vaulter. Segregation in the enjoyment of municipal privileges will not be tolerated and that must be distinctly understood. The Monitor gives fair warning that we will fight it from start to finish and will fight any man or set of men who advocate or are responsible for any measure or measures curtailing us as a people of our lawful rights and privileges. If Colored Americans misbehave themselves or violate the law they should be arrested and made to pay the penalty of their crime just as any other law-breaker; but the offense of the individual must not be charged up to the race or group of which he is a member. Hats off, gentlemen, to German ingenuity and resourcefulness. The successful cruise of Der Deutschland from Bremen to Baltimore must command the admiration of the world. If there are any weeds around your home, get busy and hew them down. Live as much as you can in the open. Can you swim? Better learn, then. If your subscription is due, pay it. Swat the 'skeeter. Be pleasant. LINCOLN, NEB. Mrs. Willier Clark has returned home after a visit in Wichita, Kans. She was accompanied home by Mrs. Wm. Clark, her mother-in-law. The O. S. Club will meet at the residence of Mrs. Earl McWilliams. --- THE MONITOR a ha. due, pay it. WE WO JEN --- Mrs. Wm. Williams has gone to visit friends in Iowa. Mrs. Van Bowding and little Lela Mary have returned home after spending a few days in Wichita, Kans. Mrs. John Galbraith has returned home after visiting Kansas City and Lexington, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley entertained a number of their friends Thursday evening, July 6th, in a very delightful manner. Japanese lanterns, cozy nooks, with natural flowers about the yard and porch, made a pretty set- Half-Pr of men's and young men's Surpasses All Past Achievement the BEST Highest Class Clothing E in the Every broken line is in this m entire stock included in this great $10.00 Suits $18.00 Suits $5.00 $6.25 Broken "Kuppenheimer" "L System" and Superb productions—without que world, are a $20.00 Suits $22.50 Suits $10 $11.25 $30.00 Suits $32.50 Suits $15 $16.25 The Berg Cl 15TH & Half-Price Sale Every broken line is in this mammoth collection. 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Mr. and Mrs. Stanley received a great many compliments for a most pleasant evening. Mrs. Seraha Browning, of St. Joe, spent a few days in the city. Mr. Will N. Johnson has returned to Omaha after spending a few days with his mother, Mrs. Laura Johnson. Mrs. E. D. Shipman has gone to Omaha to spend the week with Mrs. Martha Smith. Miss Mary Green, of Brownsville, Nebr., is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Joseph Burton. Price Sale spring and summer suits events. ...It's the BIGGEST and Sale of the Master Made ever Offered West ammoth collection. Practically our weeping reduction. $15.00 Suits $18.00 Suits $7.50 $9.00 ines of "Society Brand" and "Collegian" tion the greatest makes in the so included, $25.00 Suits $28.00 Suits $12.50 $14 $35.00 Suits $40.00 Suits $17.50 $20 nothing Co. DOUGLAS GROCERY CO. and Vegetables. Telephone Douglas 1098 ave the most stylish summer Foot- AND OXFORDS sweltering weather. You will be quality and service. YOU SEND YOUR FAMILY NG TO FAMILY LAUNDRY (Wet and Dry Wash) 3c Per Pound 4½c Per Pound illustrating their new method of Events and Persons In Which You Will Be More or Less Interested. News for This Department Must Be Received by Wednesday Night. Mrs. V. S. Wheatley left Saturday for Kansas City, where she goes to attend the Grand Chapter O. E. S., as delegate from Hiawatha Chapter, of which she is royal matron. En route she will visit relatives in St. Joseph, Mo., and on her way home she expects to visit relatives in Atchison, Kansas. Mrs. Volney Carter, who underwent an operation last week at the Lord Lister hospital, is improving rapidly. She is now able to leave the hospital. Buy a vacant lot, $6 down and balance monthly. Tel. Douglas 2842. Adv. Mr. Wallace L. Turner, 2813 Cuming street, left for Buffalo, N. Y., Friday, July 7, to attend the funeral of his mother, Mrs. Anna Chester Turner. The burial took place in her former home, Cincinnati, O. Mr. Turner's wife being unable to travel, sent beautiful flowers by her husband as a tribute of affection. Harry H. Cohn, who has been sick for fifteen months, but only took to his bed seven days prior to his death, died at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Harrison, 1819 Izard street, July 5, and was buried from the Banks and Wilkes undertaking rooms Friday, July 7, the Rev. W. T. Osborne officiating. Visiting cards, 25c per hundred, Russell's Printery, Webster 1797. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Thompson have gone to Detroit, Mich., where he is employed at the Wayne Hotel. A very pleasant lawn social was given Saturday evening at the residence of Mrs. H. R. Roberts, 2610 North Twenty-eighth avenue, complimentary to Miss Madeline Roberts, and for the purpose of increasing Miss Roberts' vote in the Free Trip Contest. A pleasant evening was spent by the large number who attended. Some one has said about three million mosquitoes were also present, but they simply added music and zest to the occasion. Mrs. Walter Seals, of North Twenty-fifth street, was on the sick list this week. Virgel Elizabeth, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. P. Johnson, was baptized at St. Philip's Church Sunday morning. Sergeant and Mrs. I. Bailey were the god-parents. St. Maria Tabernacle Club wishes to thank the public for their patronage at Hibbler's Park, July 4th. It was a notable success. The first prize of diamond ear rings was won by Miss Bessie Dudley, who turned in $36.00 for tickets; second prize, a beautiful lavallier, was won by Miss Victoria Quindellon, who turned in $20.00 for tickets. Mrs. E. Britton. Get your bedding plants, bulbs, vines, hanging baskets at Swanson—the Florist, 1410 North 18th St., Webster 4829.—Adv. Maceo Pinkard left Tuesday evening on a short business trop to Des Moines, Ia. He will return Sunday night. THE MONITOR and Persons More or Less Interested. Be Received by Wednesday Night. Mr. and Mrs. J. O. D. Newland celebrated their thirty-third wedding anniversary Wednesday, July 5th, at their home, 2917 Grant street. A few friends were invited, including Prof. Desdunes band, which furnished the music for the occasion. Ernest J. Banks, a waiter who was internally injured June 20 on Union Pacific train No. 22, between Ogden and Denver, underwent an operation at the Swedish Mission hospital July 6th. He is slowly recovering. Miss Evelyn Jones entertained a party of friends Sunday, July 2nd, in honor of her sixteenth birthday. Those present were the Misses Florence Murray, Rossie Moore, Etta Davis and Adele Davis. Mrs. Rosie Rose, the mother of Mrs. Smith, 2217 Howard St., has been very ill. Miss Constance Wigginton returned last week from Lincoln Institute to spend her vacation at home. Miss Margaret Smith has been quite ill. Mrs. A. Hicks, 2716 Miami street, gives scalp treatments and hair culture. Individual instruction given along this line, as no two scalps are alike. Webster 6426.—Adv. Mr. S. L. Bush returned Monday from Lincoln, where he was the guest of his cousin, Mr. J. W. Bush. Mr. A. C. Wilkinson has opened an up-to-date cafe at 24th and Erskine Sts. Mr. Wilkinson is an old railroad man and he is well experienced in this line. The Rev. W. F. Botts left Tuesday evening for Kansas City, Kansas, to attend the Western Baptist Convention, which convened there July 11th. The floor of the Mecca Hall has been planed down so that it is now one of the best dance floors in the city. Mrs. R. K. Lawrie has been ill. Garden party, July 27, for St. Philip's Church at the residence of Mrs. H. R. Roberts, 2610 North Twenty-eighth avenue. Further particulars later.—Adv. The fine new home of Mr. John Norman at 2214 North 27th St., is nearing completion. Mr. John Dickerson is the contractor and builder. Messrs. J. S. Crabb, Chas. P. Williams and S. L. Johnson, of the Williams Jubilee Singers, stopped at the Patton Hotel. Harry C. Underwood is forming a stock company which will present vaudeville, musical comedy, and tabloid. The rehearsals are under the direction of Miss Laurinstine Ford. The company will be ready for the road this fall. Last week Mr. Underwood entertained at the Carnival given by the Elks at Florence. Next week he is engaged by the Elks for their South Side Carnival. Mr. Underwood is a veteran performer and by the way, one of the best in the --- LAWN MOWERS SHARPENED Called for and Delivered ARTHUR DORN Locksmith and Gun Repairer Electric Bells, Bicycle and General Repairing We Will Open the Most Complicated Locks Phone Webster 4509 2420 Lake St. A TRIUMPH IN PURITY Storz BEER PROMPT DELIVERY TO PRIVATE FAMILY TRADE MAIL ORDERS SHIPPED IMMEDIATELY CHAS. STORZ CONSUMERS DISTRIBUTOR 1827-29 SHERMAN AVE. 'OMAHA. NEB. PHONE WEB. 1260 “I’ll Use the Extension” An extension telephone up-stairs saves the climb. It’s a matter of health as well as comfort and convenience. The Doctor Says It Pays. Residence Extension 50 Cents a Month. NEBRASKA TELEPHONE COMPANY Straw Hats at $1.50 and Up. Genuine Panamas at $3 and Up Cook Hat Co. 222 South 14th Street. To Rent, Sell, Buy or Exchange Real Estate Call or See Morgan Doug. 2466 1916 Cuming St. A GOOD PLACE TO EAT YOUR SUNDAY DINNER Dinner served from 12 m. to 6 p. m. At 25c, 35c and 50c. HOME COOKING S.R. Jackson's Lunch Room 2122 No. 24th St. Webster 7971 JOE LEWIS---TAXI New Easy Riding Seven-Passenger Car 3 P. M. to 11 55 Peoples Drug Store, Doug. 1446 12:05 A. M. to 5 A. M. Midway, Doug. 1491 or 3459 5 A. M. to 3 P. M. Residence, Web. 7661 Events and Persons Mr. and Mrs. John Bundrant left last Friday for St. Paul, where they intend to make their home. Frank Blackwell returned Wednesday evening from Kansas City. Mr. William Bell spent a few days in the city. Mrs. Eliza Mabray, the mother of Mrs. Desdunes, left this week on a short visit to the South. James Bell has bought a new automobile. Garden party July 27.—Adv. A trolley party will be given Tuesday, July 18th, by Club No. 6 to Fairmont Park, Council Bluffs. The cars leave 24th and Lake at 8:30 p. m. Round trip ticket, 25c.—Adv. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Harris of 2414 Blondo, are the proud parents of a little daughter. Arthur Cherry returned Sunday from Topeka, Kansas, where he was visiting relatives. Miss Corinne Thomas will leave Monday on a short visit to Dallas, Texas. Mr. A. L. Harold, Deputy Chief Grand Mentor of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, with a delegation of fourteen, left Sunday to attend the annual session of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, which convenes at Wichita, Kansas. A huge rally will be held tomorrow at the Zion Baptist Church. Rev. W. F. Botts hopes to raise $1,000.00. Mrs. Silas Robbins, after a pleasant three months' visit with her mother and sisters in the east, returned Thursday morning. She visited points in Michigan and Pennsylvania. When at the Alamo be sure to ask for and get a Monitor special. HOUSE FOR SALE. Five-room cottage, just painted and papered and in first class condition; 2 large lots; has city water, cistern, electric lights and gas. Only $2,250; located at 40th and Parker strets. SCOTT AND HILL CO., Ground Floor McCague Bldg. Doug. 1009. WILLIAMS JUBILEE SINGERS PLEASE LARGE AUDIENCE Between five and six hundred people were present at the concert given Monday evening by the Williams Jubilee Singers at the Grove M. E. Church. We are not counting in this the large number both white and Colored, which listened from the outside. A varied program of popular, classical and Negro folk songs was given. The pleasing personality of the singers combined with their remarkable singing and the ready wit of the inimitable Williams proved a performance which will not be soon forgotten. To say the least, it was an excellent performance and well worth the money. The Rev. G. G. Logan desires to thank his friends for their support, the ticket sellers especially, Miss Mattie Childs, Mrs. Gertrude Jackson and Mrs. R. D. Allen; The Monitor, Centimeter and all others who helped make the concert a success. --- THE MONITOR CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES—1½ cents a word for single insertions, 1 cent a word for two or more insertions. No advertisement for less than 15c. Cash should accompany advertisement. New 5-room bungalow, furnace,oak finish, paved street, $250 down, balance like rent. Tel. Douglas 2842.—Adv. Nearly new 8-room modern house, corner 25th and Lake Sts., large lot on paved street, $350 cash, balance like rent. Tel. Douglas 2842.—Adv. Nicely furnished front room. Modern except heat. 1630 North Twenty-second street. Webster 1171. Modern furnished room for rent. Mrs. M. C. Sands, 2709 Corby street, Webster 5017. Modern furnished rooms for rent, $1.50 and up. Miss Hayes, 1826 No. 23rd St. Webster 5639. Nice furnished rooms. 2715 Douglas street. Harney 2155. Clean, modern furnished rooms on Dodge and Twenty-fourth street car lines. Mrs. Annie Banks,, Douglas 4379. Mrs. L. M. Bentley-Webster, first class modern furnished rooms, 1702 N. 26th St. Phone Webster 4769. Buy a vacant lot, $5 down; balance monthly. Tel. Douglas 2842.—Adv. WANTED—Girls or women for sorting paper. Call at Omaha Paper Stock company, Eighteenth and Marcy streets. WANTED—Position by first class practical nurse. Good in all confinement cases. Call Harney 4682. Mrs. Mamie Jasper, 2813 Cuming street. THE NEW WONDER Makes the Hair Soft and Straight Directions—Wash the hair every two weeks and apply the Oil three times a week. Comb with straightening comb. It promotes growth of the hair, and keeps the scalp in healthy condition. Compounded by MRS. D. LYONS 8 Blain St., Kansas City, Kan. Agents Wanted. FLORIST Plants, Cut Flowers, Designs, Decorations Greenhouses, 30th and Bristol Sts. Phone Webster 1795. 18th and Izard Tel. Douglas 1702 ALL KINDS OF COAL and COKE at POPULAR PRICES. $5.50 Johnson Special Lump $5.50 Best for the Money FREE CONTEST "HOPE CHEST The "Hope Chest" was gotten up as a reward for real labor in the Free Trip contest. We thank our friends for contributions and will gladly receive others as it was hard to reach all who were interested in the contestants. Send articles to Mrs. Louise H. Grey, 2610 Seward street. The following is a complete list up to date of gifts for the "Hope Chest," Toilet articles—Terrell Drug Company; People's Drug Store and Gordon's Drug Store. Sport suit—Mrs. T. S. Riggs and Mrs. Irvine Grey. Combination suits—Miss Lena Paul and Mrs. W. L. Johnson. Dressing sacque—Mrs. James Turner. Aprons—Mrs. Thomas Phillips and Mrs. Mary Dickerson. Camisoles—Miss Gladys Blackwell, and Mrs. G. Wade Obee. Night dress—Miss A. D. James. Silk hose—Mrs. M. D. Marshall, Mrs. Wm. Newman and Mrs. W. H. Ransom. Boudoir caps—Mrs. A. R. Hopkins, Mrs. Freeda Campbell and Mrs. S. B. Canty. Facial massage—Miss Lutie M. Bryant. Shampoo—Miss Susie Smith. Manicure—Miss Jennie Robinson. Chiropody treatment—Mrs. Fleming. Medical attention—Dr. L. E. Britt. Dentistry—Dr. C. H. Singleton. Handkerchiefs—Mrs. Luther J. Dillard. Undesignated gifts—Mrs. T. P. Mahammitt, Mrs. Philip Letcher, Mrs. R. T. Walker, Mrs. H. Smith, Mrs. Dan Desdunes, Mrs. Leon A. Smallwood, Mrs. J. C. Donley and Mrs. W. Newsome. Please have all articles in by July 20th. Thanking you again in behalf of the N. W. C. A., we remain Respectfully yours, Mrs. Martha Taylor Smith Mrs. H. R. Roberts Mrs. E. R. West Mrs. R. H. Workuff Mrs. M. D. Marshall Mrs. Irvine Grey Committee. WILL OPEN THEATRE Louisville, Ky., July 1.—Enterprising members of the race will soon open a well-equipped up-to-date theatre in this city. It is to be called the Palace. LEGAL NOTICE. Amos P. Scruggs, Attorney, 220 So. 13th St. Doug. 7150. PROBATE NOTICE. In the Matter of the Estate of John Carter. Deceased: Notice is hereby given: That the creditors of said deceased will meet the executrix of said estate, before me, County Judge of Douglas County, Nebraska, at the County Court Room, in said County, on the 30th day of August, 1916, and on the 30th day of January, 1917, at 9 o'clock a. m., each day, for the purpose of presenting their claims for examination, adjustment and allowance. Six months are allowed for the creditors to present their claims, from the 29th day of July, 1916. BRYCE CRAWFORD County Judge. J. P. Palmer; Attorney 779 Brandeis Theatre Bldg. PROBATE NOTICE In the Matter of the Estate of Hattie Peters, deceased. Notice is hereby given: That the creditors of said deceased will meet the administrator of said estate, before me, County Judge of Douglas County, Nebraska, at the County Court Room, in said County, on the 13th day of September, 1916, and on the 13th day of February, 1917, at 9 o'clock a. m., each day, for the purpose of presenting their claims for examination, adjustment and allowance. Six months are allowed for the creditors to present their claims, from the 12th day of August, 1916. BRYCE CRAWFORD, County Judge. FOR SALE—REAL ESTATE WANTED. J. A. Edholm E. W. Sherman Standard Laundry 24th, Near Lake Street Phone Webster 130 HAIR GROWER CHAS. EDERER C. S. JOHNSON 7 Whatever your habit may have been in the past You Cannot Afford Now to Trade in Other Than A Reliable Store We Guarantee Everything We Sell Thomas Kilpatrick & Co. ASK FOR AND GET SKINNER'S MACARONI 36 PAGE RECIPE BOOK FREE SKINNER MFG. CO., OMAHA, U.S.A. LARGEST MACARONI FACTORY IN AMERICA BUY YOUR HAY AND FEED Coal and Kindling From I. ABRAHAMSON 1316 North 24th Street Webster 46 Prompt Delivery ASK YOUR GROCER FOR Tip Top Bread Best Bread Made Phone Douglas 1652 W. J. CATTIN CO. PLUMBING AND STEAM FITTING 910 No. 24th St. Omaha, Neb. Tel. Red 1424 Will L. Hetherington Violinist Instructor at Bellevue College Asst. of Henry Cox Studio Patterson Blk. YOUR PATRONAGE IS SOLICITED BY THE BELMONT LAUNDRY QUALITY AND SERVICE Call Webster 6900 I. M. Gershater, Proprietor 2314 Charles Street. EMERSON LAUNDRY F. S. MOREY, Proprietor 1303-05 North 24th Street Phone Webster 820 OMAHA TRANSFER CO. "The Only Way" BAGGAGE Checked to Destination YES — ICE CREAM any style, for any occasion J. A. DALZELL Quality First 1824 Cuming St. Tel. Doug. 616 8 FRANCES SHAW WINS Wednesday evening at 12 o'clock the most exciting and hotly fought contest which Omaha has ever witnessed closed with Miss Frances Shaw as winner, with 4459 votes and Miss Madeline Roberts second with 2148 $ \frac{1}{2} $ votes. Miss Shaw was awarded the Free Trip as first prize, and Miss Madeline Roberts twenty dollars in gold as second prize. The other contestants stood as follows: Oletha Russell .....387 Blanche Lawson .....258 $ \frac{1}{2} $ Hazel Hall .....226 Ruth Jeltz .....118 Olga Henderson .....106 Pearl Ray .....80 $ \frac{1}{2} $ Ozelia Dunning .....64 Over $500.00 worth of coupons were turned in within three hours. A total of over $800.00 was raised. A complete detailed statement will appear in next week's issue of the Monitor. About 400 people were present. Miss Cecelia Jewell presented an excellent program of five varied, well given acts. The headline feature, the Buford Ballet Company,a difficult dancing act, was well presented by the Misses Merriam Gordon, Hazel Perry, Venus Crop and Beatrice Majors. Mrs. Jessie Moss and Mr. Andrew Reed appeared in a clever one act sketch entitled "Somewhere," which literally "stopped the show." The Pavlowa Gavotte, an artistic dancing act presented by Mrs. Buford and Clarence Gordon, was exceptionally well done. Miss Darlene Duval pleased the audience in a selection of popular songs. Another classy dancing act which won the approval of the audience was presented by Miss Hazel Perry and Charles Hill. Mrs. Jewell provided a program of which Omaha should feel proud. Mrs. Martha Smith is another member of the association to whom a great deal of honor is due in helping to make the contest a success. COLORED COOKS CANNOT GO WITH TROOPS Mt. Gretna, Pa., July 15.—Twenty-five Negro cooks, employed in the commissary department of the Third Brigade, Pa., N. G., mobilizing here for the service in Mexico, have been discharged. Some of the men have been in the employ of the National Guard for many years. It is alleged that orders for this action came from the War Department at Washington. THE COLORED SOLDIER IN AMERICAN HISTORY (Continued From First Page) white feather or refused to charge the enemy when called on to do so. General Grant's Testimony. "You will recall Gen. Grant's testimony before the congressional committee on the conduct of the war of the rebellion. He said, in part: 'If the black troops had been properly supported by the white troops at the springing of the mines of Petersburg, that day we should have gone into Richmond.' Fought in Revolutionary War. "Baron von Clausen, a German army officer who visited this country during the revolution said: 'Of the 20,000 soldiers in Washington's camp, 5000 were Negroes and the best drillcd and disciplined regiment was Col. Greene's RhodeIsland regiment, three-fourths of which were composed of Negroes.'" In War of 1812. "In the war of 1812, Commodore Perry on Lake Erie and Gen. Jackson at New Orleans have testified in THE MONITOR signed communications to the war and navy departments of their unflinching ocurage. Jackson's victory at New Orleans, which carried him to fame and the White House, he owed largely to the desperate valor of the black regiments under him. Jackson was boosted up the ladder of fame by the faithful, patriotic fighting Colored man. Won Place in Army of Potomac. In the civil war, 187,000 Negroes were enlisted. They participated in 213 battles and engagements, and never permitted the union colors to be dishonored by cowardice or treachery. Their brilliant achievements at Forts Wagner and Olustee, Fort Hudson and Milliken's Bend made them welcome into the flower of the union army—the army of the Potamac in the closing months of those bloody conflicts in front of Richmond and Petersburg. In the battles of Wilson's Wharf, Deep Bottom, Chambeirs Farm and Hatchers Run they won for themselves, immortal glory. "So profoundly impressed was Gen. Robert E. Lee over the fighting qualities of the Negro soldiers that in a letter which he wrote to Jefferson Davis urging the passage of a bill authorizing their enlistment, then under debate in the confederate congress, he said: "In our own country much of the desperate fighting at Port Hudson was done by those Negro soldiers under the leadership of Negro officers in those regiments recruited in Louisiana, which became popularly known as the Corps D'Afrique." In Spanish-American War. In the Cuban campaign many of the ocpanies of Negro soldiers were led by Negro non-commissioned officers, and there is no doubt that, among the 300 Negro officers of volunteers commissioned during the war with Spain, there were men who would have measured up well in any emergency. In the present trouble with Mexico the Colored regiment, 10th cavalry, has won much praise in the newspapers and other publications. At the outset of the punitive expedition, it was the Negro troopers of this regiment that made up Col. Dodd's flying column in his chase for the bandit Villa. For days, the Colored soldiers not only ate in their saddles, but in them actually took what little sleep they got. Col. Dodd and his flying column have on several occasions been almost within reach of the Villistas, but were held up because some new situation had arisen. It is said that Gen. Funston had chosen the Colored soldiers because of his confidence in their physical endurance and determination. With them, it was believed, mountain passes could be climbed, hard riding could be accomplishel, and without a moment's respite, Villa could be captured. Fought to Last Ditch at Carrizal. In spite of this, however, the Colored troopers have kept up their courage. And, just as in previous wars, they have in this Mexican affair shown remarkable bravery, in some cases almost recklessenss. In Carriazal many of them were slaughtered by Carranzistas and 17 were taken prisoners. There they were ambushed with their white officers, and fought to the last ditch. There is not a word from any of those superior in command that could lead one to think that disaster was due to lack of bravery or to the Colored men being thrown into panic.—From the Boston Traveler. Funston Picks Colored. In Dodd's Column. The Busin Business Enterprises Conducted Grow by Yo Business Enterprises Conducted by Colored People-Help Them to Grow by Your Patronage. Annie Banks Cecil B. Wilkes BANKS-WILKES Funeral Directors and Embalmers Lady Assistant Satisfaction Guaranteed Phones, Res, Doug. 4379, Office Doug. 3718 1914 Cuming Street TERRELL'S DRUG STORE Graduate Pharmacist Prompt Delivery Excellent Service Web. 4443 24th and Grant Auction Every Saturday North Side Second-Hand Store R. B. RHODES Dealer in New and Second Hand Furniture and Stoves Household Goods Bought and Sold Rentals and Real Estate 2522 Lake St. Omaha, Neb. Automobile and Open Horse Drawn Hearses Day and Night JONES & CHILES Funeral Home Lady attendant Calls answered promptly anywhere Phone Web. 204 2314 No. 24th Street Res. Phone Colfax 3831 Office Doug. 7150 AMOS P. SCRUGGS Attorney-at-Law 220 South 13th Street (Over Papa's Drug Store) Omaha, Neb. "THE OL W M J. SWO PHONE D Theo. B. Russell Robt. H. Lee The Russell-Lee Realty Co. REAL ESTATE, RENTALS, LOANS AND INSURANCE Tel. Webster 1797 2526 Lake St. "THE OLD RELIABLE" Metz Beer WM J. SWOBODA RETAIL DEALER PHONE DOUGLAS 222. OMAHA. NEB. J. E. WAGEN Fresh and Smoked Meats We dress our own Poultry Doug. 1602 2215 Cuming St. I TAKE PLEASURE in thanking you for your patronage. I want your trade solely upon the merits of my goods. You will profit by trading here. H. E. YOUNG Phone Webster 515 2114-16 N. 24th St. HENRI H. CLAIBORNE Notary Public Justice of the Peace Tel. Red 7401 Res. Doug. 6188 512-13 Paxton Block STATE FURNITURE CO. Corner 14th and Dodge Sts. as the most reliable, accommodating and economical furniture store to buy from. The Business World We recommend the DR. CRAIG MORRIS DENTIST 2407 Lake St. Phone Web. 4024 The People's Drug Store 109 South 14th Street Drugs, Cigars and Soda Tollet and Rubber Goods Special Attention to Prescriptions We appreciate your patronage Phone Douglas 1446 THE CASTLE THE BROOMFIELD HOTEL 116-118 South Ninth St. Strictly modern and up-to-date Prices moderate Phone Douglas 2378 RELIABLE Beer BODA RETAIL DEALER DUGLAS 222. OMAHA. NEB. Thos. A. Douglas GENERAL WATCH, CLOCK and JEWELRY REPAIRING Cuming Hotel Phone D. 2466 1916 Cuming St. YOUR SHOES NEED REPAIRING Call Red 2395 H. LAZARUS 2019 Cuming Street Work Called For and Delivered C. H. MARQUARDT CASH MARKET Retail Dealer in Fresh and Salt Meats, Poultry, Oysters, etc. 2003 Cuming St. Doug. 3834 Home Rendered Lard. We Smoke and Cure our own Hams and Bacon. SHOES MADE LIKE NEW with our rapid shoe repair methods, one-fifth the cost. Sold uncalled-for shoes. We have a selection; all sizes, all prices. FRIEDMAN BROS., 211 South 12th St., Omaha. ORRIE S. HULSE Harney 6257 C. H. T. RIEPEN Harney 6564 HULSE & RIEPEN Funeral Directors Doug. 1226 701 So. 16th St.