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THE FORUM VOL. 3, NO. 6. "The Queen of Africa." Elite society turned out Valentine night to witness Mrs. Fannie Munday's performance of her own production, "The Queen of Africa." The hall was crowded. The play, which is a melo drama of 3 acts, sought to show the perfidity of an American bishop doing missionary work in Africa, his fickle mindedness and easy beguilement by the sarcastic and siren like overtures of her majesty's sister, whom Mrs. Cora Kirby impersonated with characteristic realism. After the queen had been duped by the wily bishop and her coquettish sister, she bestowed her blessing with that Christianity so devoutly taught her by the eminent prelate from America. The close was a fitting climax to the whole. Mrs. Munday is possessed of histronic ability that the Wednesday night's performance failed to bring to the service. She makes an elegant stage appearance and has the best voice it has been my fortune to hear. Her execution is devoid of that mechanical exertion so prevalent with renown songsters wheresymphoniousness is as lacking as the hee-haw of Maud, the kicking animal of the mule persausion. Her smiles are estatic, but when driven to bey she is as ferocious as a tigress. Versatility, hardly expresses her abilities. Richard White of Quincy, with his teaching the heathen queen and her subjects of the Deity and of the hopes beyond, as Bishop Landers, was equal to the task. The acoustic properties of the hall detracted from the singing. In monologue, Alex Bender was easily the hit of the evening in his Irish character sketch. Then too, he has a lyric tenor voice that is beautiful. Arval Terrell's work, was neat but, there was that hankering to imitate Geo. Walker His parody on the "Holy City" was original. The same is true of Sherman Hickman. His paramount object seemed to be to interpret Bert Williams' "Nobody." He was repeatedly encored. One of the pleasing renditions of the evening, was solo by Miss Casey. She has a beautiful voice full of pathos and harmony. Her enunciation was excellent, and attached to these, she possess genius and feeling. Another instance where the acoustic proprieties of the hall proved disadvantageous, was in the singing of Miss White. The violin solo by Leo McKinney, with piano accompaniment by his little sister, Armello, was commendable. Mrs McCoo as a pianist, improves wi h age. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." MEMORY GEM, THE PEBBLE'S LESSON. How smooth the sea-beach peebles are! But do you know, The ocean worked a thousand years To make them so? girl ure a fault .—Sel. ek's Forum ed upon basis of equality and And once I saw a little girl Sit down and cry Because she couldn't cure a fault With one small try.—Sel. Governments not founded upon basis of equality and justice to all, will perish. Over the rugged road to the White House. The Inter-marrying of races. $3 to Chicago and Return $3 Via Chicago & Alton. Feb. 17, 06. 'Coming and going' the Alton is 'The Only Way.—D. G. Campbell, Ticket Agent, C. & A. R'y., Springfield, Ill. A Night with the Germans in Germantown. On next Monday evening, Feb. 19th, the ladies of the Social Sunlight Circle will give a typical Dutch entertainment at the residence of Mrs. Chas. Ellis, 1417 E. Monroe St. The ladies of the club will be dressed in the old German style, short skirts and wooden shoes will be seen as well as the head dress of the Dutchies. Full German lunch in every particular will be served. The public is cordially invited to be present, Sour kraut, weiners, rye bread and coffee will be served to those with Dutch blood in their veins, while ice cream and cake will be served to those that are too English to be Dutch. You are also invited to lay under the Anhauser Busch which will be sung by the chorus. Subscribe for the FORUM. Col. John R. Marshall of Chicago, was in the city this week. The Inter-marrying of races. The maids attending the queen were home folk and they performed their parts befittingly. Mrs. Munday is loud in her praises of this city, its appreciative demonstration of her production Shiloh Court is to be commended for the pleasing evening's entertainment. It was a decided success and when the stellar perfomers, the queen and the devout bishop, shall have returned to Quincy they can say that we say—and it is the concensus of opinion—that they established themselves in the good grace of the people of Springfield. Never Sought the Place. In calling the attention of the first ward voters to the candidacy of Otis B. Duncan, it must be borne in mind, the fact, that he did not usher himself upon the people, but was made a candidate by his friends and then endorsed by the city committee, therefore, he is entitled to consideration and support. This is the best chance we had to elect a colored man. Anthony declares if he is defeated he will work for Duncan and this is the kind of talk desirable. Let there be no fight after the primaries; one Republican against another. Subscribe for the FORUM. 15C A MONTH The Culture Club. Last Sunday the Culture Club held a very good session, though the opening was delayed until after 5:00 o'clock on the account of a special sermon having been preached at the church. Undertaker Rhoden read a very excellent paper, which evoked much wholesome comment. Prince Mohammed also read a paper, enumerating the progress made by the Negro race since 1863. Speeches were then made on Abraham Lincoln, the first to rise being the Prince, who took a negative stand and astonished the audience by his untimely and unsubstantiated assertion that "Lincoln has done nothing for the Negro. Charles S. Gibbs, J. W. Smith and Prof. A. L. Steward, so completely over-showed the incongruous "chief" that he fled and cried for the rocks and mountains to hide him from the wrath. E. L. Rogers offered the following resolutions condoling the death of Paul Laurence Dunbar: Whereas, News come to us, bringing the sad intelligence that Paul Laurence Dunbar, author, poet and scholar, is dead at his home at Dayton, Ohio, and Whereas, The nation and colored race loses a genius, the poet laureate of the Negro race, and Whereas, His place is hard to fill; Therefore, Be it resolved by this Club and its members that we feel the great loss keenly and that we shall strive to learn of him and emulate his noble teachings. Be it further Resolved, That, in the near future, the Club celebrate his birthday anniversary in an appropriate manner. Be it further. Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions be added to the minutes of the Club and published in the papers. Springfield. 111. Feb. 11, 1906. The resolutions were unanimously adopted. A Card of Thanks. The members of Shiloh Court through this medium desires to thank the local talent for valuable assistance rendered in the production of "The Queen of Africa" at masonic hall the evening of the 14th. Beware of the street moocher. THE FORUM A weekly magazine paper devoted to the interests of the whole people. Entered as second-class matter, February 24, 1904, at the postoffice at Springfield, Ill., under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. ROGERS & BARBOUR Proprietors One Year $1.50 One Month 15c Per Copy 5c OFFICE: 305 1-2 S. Sixth St. Phone Maiu 998 THE FORUM'S STAFF. E. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. Will H. arbour, Associate Editor and Secretary. Thompson Bros., Branch Once. Homann The Printer 127 305½ So. 6th St. EDITORIAL Saturday, February 17, 1906. Death of Paul Dunbar. June 1872, at Dayton, Ohio, was born Paul Laurence Dunbar, the greatest Negro poet of the 19th and 20th centuries. Friday, February 9, 1906, he died at his home in his native city. Mr. Dunbar's poetry is to the Negro what Robert Burns is to the Scotch or what Whitcomb Riley is to Americans. William Dean Howells, George Barr McCutcheon, etc., have recognized his versatility and commented favorably, his writings. His "Lyrics from Lowly Life," "When de Corn Pone's Hot" and "When Malinda Sings," are among his productions in which he not only moulded sentiment. but has arranged in poetic measurement that harmony so characteristic of the masters. The race is in mourning and the nation loses an able contributor to its intellectual store house. Poet, author and scholar is dead. The news of his demise will pain us all—but his works and his name will ever live, a glorious heritage for the nation. The "Clansman" a Farce. Last Monday night at the opera house in this city, the infamous and notorious Tom Dixon's iniquitous "Clausman" was presented to a large audience, a goodly of whom went for curiosity's sake. The play is lacking in realism and is a perfect and complete failure as a lesson given. Nothing whatever to a fair-minded person, is brought out, unless it be that Ben Cameron won Elsie despite the fact that he was a murderer and a "clausman," over all the alleged wishes of Sam Lynch, the colored politician and the Lieut Governor of South Carolina. The comedy interspersions by Negro characters, was the best in reality. Ben Cameron endeavored to show the depraved side of ignorant Negroes, who were not responsible for the positions they held. The play aims to enrage one race against the other. The ideal is low. The author is a preach THE FORUM er, a rogue and a thief, trying to steal from the Negro what God has given him. A continuous fight against the colored people will not be fruitious to the white race for while the Negro is in the minority now fifty years hence he will still be here among men, from balmy Florida to icy Canada, and will remain a part and factor in the body politic. Suppose some day he decides to retaliate, Dixon will be swalled up. The revival of the Klu klux klan! is this anarchistic feature of the south a noble one? "We could have fought a hundred years," says the demon, Dr. Cameron, is this not a threat against the government? The Negro has never forced himself upon white women but white men have forced themselves on Negro women and white women have forced themselves on Negro men. For proof for the former statment, go to Memphis, Atlanta, New Orleans, Birmingham and all over Mississippi, and for proof of the latter it can be verified in this city. Woman's Place-Her Requirements Woman's place is, has been and will ever be, the home—"Home Sweet Home," depicts before the eye, the mother sister and sweetheart; not at the forum, in the shop nor in legislative halls. Would that there were not a woman allowed to enter a shop. Think of the tender young girls wrapping tobacco leaves, cutting shoe leather and prowling around rum shops. 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NELSONBROTHERS The Largest and most Complete up-to-date store in the South East part of the City. Their Cash store at cor. 17th and Brown, is as cheap as any store in the City, a God send to poor. Try them and be convinced. Are You Posted CALIFORNIA LESS THAN HALF OF REGULAR RATES 15 to April 7, and Sept. 15 to Oct. For complete particulars call upon or address AMPBELL, Ticket Agent, Chicago & Alton Railway, SPRING N L. JONES FURNITURE niture, Carpets, Stov Furniture, Carpets, Stoves. Ranges, Trunks, minds of house furnishing g credit everybody. Will wait k or out of employment. 'Phones New, 707----1849. OF REGULAR RATES 11 Sept. 15 to Oct. 31, 1906 years call upon or address Set Agent, Hilton Railway, SPRINGFIELD, ILL. Get The Weekly Courier-Journal, of Louisville, Ky., Col. Watterson's great paper, and The Forum, one year. for only $1.50 until Jan 1906 ONES TURE CO.arpets, Stoves. furnishing goods. ly. Will waiton you employment. Open Odd Fellows' Installation The 28th Annual Public Installation of Lincoln Monument Lodge, No. 1824, GrandUnited Order of Odd Fellows. To Be Given At Their Hall on South 5th St.,(over Kimbal's paper store) Wednesday, February 21st.,1906. Supper will be served FREE. The Committee will spare no pains in making every thing pleasant. Music by Odd Fellows Band Admission: Adults, 35cts; Children, 20c Don't fail to come out and bring your friend and spend a pleasand evening. Committee of Arrangements: St. Mark Jones, Wm. Johnson, James Wright, Louis Baker, Go. Leavells, Grant Martin, Rob Washington, Albert Murrell, Josh Douglass chairman. Prominent Chicagoan Dead. Richard Dawson, a prominent Negro lawyer and ex judge of an Arkansas court, died in Chicago this week. The Ladies' Social Sunlight Club met with Mrs. Chas. Brown 15th and Kansas Sts., last Wednesday and report an excellent time—her repast was very elaborate and delicious. Next meeting with Mrs. U. G. Cabbell, 14th and Adams Sts. RILEY RAPE'S SALOON. TERRE HAUTE BEER ON TAP. 2012 EAST STUART STREET. Fine wines, liquors and cigars. Lunch Saturday nigh s. Give Him A Call. FRANK NEEF HAS OPENED A New Meat Market AT 11th & MADISON STS. Give Him A Call Subscribe for the FORUM. THE FORUM Fellows' In annual Public ment Lodge, of Odd Fellow Be Given At h St., (over K , February 2 be served F are no pains ant. Music b Adults, come out an pleasand ev arrangements: St ouis Baker, G o. ert Murrell, Josh Ambidexter News. ' Inst public Inst lge, No. 1 wellows. On At The ver Kimba ary 21st., ed FREE ains in sic by Ode ults, 35cts ut and br and evening St. Mark G o. Leavel Josh Dougl A fine program was rendered Friday evening, Feb. 9. The house was full of visitors and all expressed their appreciation of the program. The teachers held their regular weekly meeting, Saturday Feb. 10. A fine paper on music was read by B. M. Jones, teacher of the intermediate department. He defined music as the food on which the soul feeds and stated that music allays pain and that no life is perfect without it. Messrs. Williams and Saunders were visitors at the school on the 10. The pupils attended services at Pleasant Grove, last Sunday, Feb. 11. Miss Edith Timberlick was called home to Illiopolis, Feb. 11th by the illness of her mother. Visitors Sunday, the 11, were Miss Naomi Sanders and Mr. Nichols. Dr. MaGee and Mrs. Outland were visitors on the 12. Dr. MaGee is one of the leading men of the race and has done much for the betterment of our people. He delivered a fine lecture that was highly appreciated The students assembled in the chapel the 12th at 7 p.m. to commemorate Lincoln's birthday anniversary. Papers were read and short stories of incidents in his life were given by the pupils. --- --- Installation No. 1824, G ws. At Their Hall Kimbal's paper 21st., 1906. TREE. The in making by Odd Fellow 35cts; Child and bring you evening. . Mark Jones, W Leavells, Grant Douglass chairma M. A. H. Roberts. Who will speak at St. Paul A.M. E. Church tomorrow evening. Smoke The Foul Tip Cigar, 5 cents. HOMEWADE. P. E. COLEMAN Dealer In Home Killed Fresh, Salt and Cured Meats. Vegetables in season. 1430 Adams St. Springfield, Illinois. Both Phones 850 Type-Write your speeches & Essays. If you desire your Essays, orations or business letters type-written, call to see The FORUM. Will guarantee satisfaction. Price: 10cts. per. foolscap page. Office, 3051 So. 6th Phone, old, 998 New, Res. 1092 A Card of Thanks. The members of Shiloh Court through this medium desires to thank the local talent for valuable assistance rendered in the production of "The Queen of Africa" at masonic hall the evening of the 14th. Beware of the street moocher. Conservatism Vs. Radicalism. This is an age of conservatism, because this is a free country and every one is allowed to express his opinion—even old Dixon. The radical man has a hard time. We are in favor of the former. But one should not be too conservative. Don't dodge the truth to escape being called a radical. Lincoln was conservative. John Brown, Sumner, Phillips, and Garrison may be called radicals. Webster was too conservative. Calhoun, Jefferson Davis and the entire slavery coterie were too radical. Booker T. Washington is conservative. The north is conservative—Tillman. Money, Carmack, M'Henry, Davis. Bailey of Texas, et al., are too radical. Vardaman is a fool and so is Tom Dixon—we don't class them as statesmen worthy of being mentioned. The best thing is to be conservative, but not too conservative. Anthony's Candidacy. To the FORUM— It is true that any man has a right to be a candidate for office provided they comply with the requirements. It is equally true that men should not oppose logical candidates made so by perpetual loyalty to Republican principles. Just what issues Mr. Anthony proposes to inject into the campaign, or for what service rendered the party he is asking for the suffrage of Republican voters, is a matter of conjecture. There is nothing that he can bring to bear that would in any way have a tendency to detract from his opponent's reasonable claim. Ambition is to be lauded wherever it crops out, but ambition of the kind that is a detriment to success, should be given that sort of quietus that will be final. If for any logical reason Mr. Anthony can show why he seeks to disrupt the party in the first ward, the writer will agree to use whatever influence at his command to help him win the fight. At this time the prospects are bright for the election of a Republican alderman. Conditions existing between the city administration and ex-Alderman Mike Daughton—who is a candidate—makes Daughton easy to defeat and if J. J. Rathbone is the nominee, the probabilty is that Mike Daughton will use his influence to defeat the administration candidate. All of this makes things look bright for the Republican candidate, provided there is the proper methods used. But I had forgotten this one phase whereby Mr. Anthony might hope to inject into his campaign something tangible(?) that of the organized labor and upon this I hear he has based some hopes. If this be true, he is using the principles displayed in Tom Dixon's 'Clansman' It is ill-timed and not advisable. In times of peace, no strife should be brewed. Then too, there was a call for a mass meeting in which a choice was to be selected. Otis Duncan was the choice of that meeting and Mark Anthony was conspicuous for his absence. All of this is history. I think Mr. Anthony's candidacy is ill-timed and I hope that after he is de- THE FORUM feated, he will use that loyalty that should characterize his manhood, and aid in the election of Otis B. Duncton and thus prove to the party to which he has allied himself that he is a man. First Ward Voter. St. Paul's Sewing Circle. The Woman's Sewing Circle of the St. Paul church was entertained last week by Mrs Mary Minnard at her cozy home on E. Jackson street. We are pleased to report the school steadily growing in attendance, there being present twenty-two women. Mesdames Ed Moore and Etta Groves were enrolled as members of the circle. Mrs. J. P. Jones was welcomed as vice president of the circle to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mrs. Jane Morrison. Mrs. Jones was elected at the meeting last week. Mrs. Oliver Singleton was elected assistant secretary and Miss A. Willford, reporter: The women are preparing to give an elaborate "Martha Washington Tea Party" Feb. 22d at the church. Leopold H. Green will personify G Washington and Miss Wheeler will personate Martha Washington. She will serve tea and wafers to all who visit her booth. Mrs. White and her assistants Mrs. J. P. Jones and Miss Salome Nelson are preparing for one of the best programs ever rendered in the city. Don't forget the date. After being served with a delicious repast by the hostess the meeting adjourned to meet with Mrs. Geo. Groves, 1301 E. Capitol avenue. Reception in Honor of Mrs. Munday. The reception tendered Mrs. Munday, organizer for the state federation of Woman's Clubs of Quincy, Feb. 12th, at the Old Folk's home, was a brilliant affair. The decrations were club colors and pot plants. Mesdames E. Naylor and D. O. Yates favored the callers with several musical selections. Miss Karlie Hairgrow and Mrs Clara Yates rendered very excellent vocal solos. Much credit is due Mrs. Carrie Lee-Hamilton and sister. Miss Blossom Lee, for their readings on this occasion. Both afforded much amusement. More than 50 guests were received and Mrs. Munday was highly pleased with the beautiful institution in which she was being entertained and said the Springfield club was considered the ideal club of the state. Refreshments were served in abundance. The president, Mrs. Venie Warren and her committee deserve much praise. The new piano selected by the finance committee, is a very high toned one, and so far, has met the approval of all. The concert at night, which pleased the large audience, was furnished by inmates of the home with the exception of a paper read by Miss Grace Holman. All present enjoyed the drama and plantation scene. The children were well trained and each one played his part well. The door receipts amounted to about $6. The remarks by Mrs. Munday were very encouraging. The musical section will be entertained next Monday, the 19th by Mrs. J. C. McClain, 400 N. 4th St. Miss Nancy Brown will be present and sing a solo, also Mrs. D. O. Yates and daughter Marshal. The Lee sisters, will furnish comic readings on this occasion. The members are invited to come out and bring a visitor.—Reporter. Colored Historical Society. The Colored Historical Society will render a program at St. Paul's A.M.E.churuh, Thursday, Feb. 22nd., under the auspices of the Ladies' Sewing Circle. J. W. Crowder, Dr. J. H. MaGee, Judge G. W. Murray and Rev. T. Price, will make short addresses. Fire and Accident Insurance Losses Promptly adjusted. Office room, No. 504. Telephone, 1476. Myers Bros. Building, Springfield, Ill. Dr. J E. Henderson Office: 107½ West Side Square. HOURS: 9 to 11 a. m.; 3 to 5; 7 to 8 p. m. FIRST WARD PLACE: 218 North 13th Street. HOURS: Till 8 a. m.; 12 to 1 m.; 5:30 to 6:30 p. m., and at night. Telephone Main 11229 6. EBWARD BAUMANN CHAS. I. BAUMANN Baumann Bros. Prescription Druggists Cor. 7th and Washington Sts. Tel. Main 654 115 West Side Square Tel. Main 653 F. REISCH & BRO. City Brewery Their Bottle Beer is Fine Bock's Special Can't be Beat Try it! Roy M. Seeley Attorney at Law. 5231 North Side Square Both Phones 1503 S. Benjamin Deutsche Apotheke Wednesday, March 7th, 1906. "The Book Agent" A Musical Comedy STAGED BY HENRY PETITT. 30---PEOPLE---30 Introducing Big Minstrel First Part. Read The Springfield Evening News Greatest evening paper in Central Illinois. The news for all the people sent for 10c per week. Delivered promptly. War specials. ..FOR THE MANAGER... Telephone Main 998 Street No. 305 $ _{2} $ South 6th St Put an "Ad" in the FORUM and watchthe results Notice! Notice!! Parties who do not get their paper as late as Mondays, call at Thompson Bros. 806 E. Washington, St., or at this office, or call up old phone 998, res. new phone, 1092, and be supplied. You can also buy papers and magazines at these places. MGS. Notice Notice! All subscribers at Quincy who fail by any means to receive the paper, get one from Mrs. F. E. Cook or at Decatur by calling at the Decatur Grocery Co. J. W. McKinney MERCHANT TAILOR Suits $18.00 and up. Coats and Vests $14 and up. Cleaning. Dyeing and Repairing short notice. Give him your order. 314 North Fifth St. SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS. New Phone 1663. DON'T FORGET! Ninth and Washington Streets. GIVE THEM A CALL. IVANHOE COMMANDERY K. OF T. Monday, February 26th, 1906, At Masonic Hall. The Program will consist of some of the best talent in the city and talent from out of the city. DON'T MISS THE DATE. Society and Local Mrs. Robinson and daughter of Topeka, Kas., are in the city the guest of Mrs. H. Tucker, 728 E. Washington street. Coming and Going $3.00. This is the rate to Chicago and return over the Alton Feb.17, 1906 For particultrs apply to D. G. Campbell, Ticket Agt., C. & A. Ry., Springfield, Ill.. Mrs. E. O. McKinney entertained to dinner Sunday, Mesdames Munday of Quincy. Josie Jackson and J. C. McClain; Miss Karlie Hairgrow of Quincy. Mr. Richard White of Quincy, who played the role of bishop in "The Queen of Africa" left for his home Thursday morning. Hons. E. H. Wright and S. B. Turner of Chicago were in the city Wednesday. Miss Elizabeth Williams has been sick for the past fortnight, but we are glad to see her about again. The election of officers at the Culture Club was postponed for tomorrow, the hour being too far spent last Sunday. They are coming, "Polite Vaudeville. Mr. George Jones, the general representative of the Freeman will give an extensive write-up of the progressive business men of this city in next week's issue of that paper. "Rich, rare and racy," will be the Polite Vaudeville, at Masonic hall next month. Mrs. H. Tucker was indisposed this week. ```markdown ``` FORGET! A. Brothers- LLS BREAD. Washington Streets. M A CALL. NDERY K. OF T. GIVE Musical, January 26th, 1906, Music Hall. consist of some of the city and talent of the city. THE DATE. Union Baptist Church Notes. Dr. Underwood will preach morning and evening. Subjects: 11 a.m. "The good fight." 8 p.m. "Words of warning." The Sunday school is planning for a grand cantata in the immediate future. Full particulars will be given later. Union will make an effort to pay off the mortgage this year. Every department of the church will assist in this work and it is expected that all obligations of the church will have been met before the year closes. The baptising at the Central Baptist church adds more new life to the church, and will greatly aid in the work of this year. All members of the church who read this report, are urged to enter the list, take up their part of the work, and at the end of the year, you can with becoming propriety say, our church If the plans of our pastor carry, we will have a church paper published every month.—Reporter. When you do not get your paper, telephone, Old 998, New 1092 Lee, Hicklin, Davis and Hamilton, male and female impersonators and imitators. Four great nations in song and dance at Polite Vaudeville. Mrs. Sadie Brooks of Decatur, is visiting relatives. Mrs. Wright of S. Spring St., is quite ill. Watch for Wa-wa, the big Indian Chief in Polite Vaudeville. --- THE FORUM St. Pa 1906, of the nt Now by It is ```markdown ``` St. Paul's Sewing Circle. The ladies of St. Paul sewing circle met Thursday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Geo. Groves 1301 E. Capital Ave. The meeting opened with Pres. in the chair, Mrs. C. H. Morgan singing, "I am thine O Lord. Prayer by the chaplain, after which arrangements were completed for the tea party. There was one addition, Mrs. C. H. Nelson. The visitors were: Mrs. Carrie Lee-Hamilton Mrs. McKinney. The club adjourned to meet at O. R. Singleton, 1023 S. 1st St. first Thursday in march. The hostess served a delightful luncheon. Now do not let by without HOME in our city of Sp It is a safe place to Call CHAS. 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Reasonab BATHS! BATHS!! BATHS!!! Hot and Cold Baths at all times. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN ALL KINDS OF ```markdown ``` A reception was tendered at Mrs. Roie Hunters' last night in honor of Mrs. Munday, by Mesdames C. H. Morgan. Mattie Johnson, Roie Hunter, and the ladies of the mysterious Ten. The Don't Worry Club met at the residence of Mrs. Katie Lee last Wednesday. A delightful time was enjoyed. Refreshments were serve. The next will be held at Mrs. Etta Harvey's home. Died at the St. John Hospital Friday morning, Mrs. Mamie D. Wright. The deceased is survived by her two children, Nadine and Brewster. Funeral arrangements will be announced in the dailies. let this year pass purchasing a our beautiful Springfield. e to invest your money. Call on A. ELLIS STATE, LOANS INSURANCE. Myers Building. Shop kept in first-class style. Int Barbers—4 chairs. BATHS!! BATHS!!! Old Baths at all times. Class Boarding House—Home Style. Rooms—Price. Reasonable. H. TUCKER, Proprietor. 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