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Historical Society, State House, THE FORUM VOL. 3, NO. 42. SPRINGFIELD, ILL., SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 1906.15C A MONTH Grand Secretary of the H. of Jericho of the Illinois Jurisdiction. B. church; all the big guns were in attendance and so was, (at that time) Miss Jennie Coleman. We asked Rev. Amos Johnson who the little lady was with the big voice, and he informed us. Ever since that memorable convention, in a casual way, we have watched her actions and have observed with delight, the same spirit of self-reliance, conscientiousness, business tact, superinduced by an extensive experience, etc. She takes an arduous delight in performing the duties imposed upon her as secretary of the above named Order and has shown much adaptability in the compilation of the minutes of the Order, etc. 1900 B. church; all the big guns were in that time) Miss Jennie Coleman. We a who the little lady was with the big veil. Ever since that memorable convention, watched her actions and have observed spirit of self-reliance, conscientiousness ed by an extensive experience, etc. Sh in performing the duties imposed upon above named Order and has shown muck pilation of the minutes of the Order, etc. Mrs. Susan Vaughn G. Junior Matron G. G. H. of J., Who Resides in Lovejoy. One of the most able workers along this line in the noble organization; well versed in the ritualistic work and is a model woman in every respect. She will no doubt fill her office with credit to the Order. Will be Married in Petersburg. The engagement of Miss Hattie Penick of Petersburg and Edward Motley of Lincoln, has been announced and their many friends are surprised at the announcement. The bride to be, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Penick, one of the most prominent colored families in Petersburg. The wedding will take place November 29th at the home of the bride. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." Mrs. McClain, aside from her fraternal affiliations, is an indefatiguable worker in all that is for the betterment and uplifting of the race. She was a delegate to the National Federation of Women's Clubs which met in Buffalo, N. Y. a few years ago where she met all the women of national reputation and established herself in the field of national labors. We remember when we first heard Mrs. McClain in a notable gathering, it was in 1892. The association of the Western States and Territories was in session at the U. was in session at the U. were in attendance and so was, (at We asked Rev. Amos Johnson big voice, and he informed us.ention, in a casual way, we have served with delight, the same business, business tact, superinductc. She takes an arduous delight upon her as secretary of the own much adaptability in the com. der, etc. Mrs. C. M. Valentine Grand Court Treasurer of Illinois. — This lady resides in Decatur and is one of the leading hairdressers of that city. She is M. A. M. of Grand Most Ancient Matron of of the G. C. of H. of Jericho of Illinois and Jurisdiction. M. by all who known her. She is Past Grand or and has filled many other offices of note. Access the incoming year. Chicago and is loved by all who known her. She is Past Grand Secretary of this Order and has filled many other offices of note. We wish her success the incoming year. St. Francis Court No.10, Heroines of Jericho. She has held the office of G. M. A. Matron in the Grand Court of the H. of J., and is now the Grand Treasurer. Mrs. Valentione is one of the leading women of Decatur in church and society work. Preparing for Thanksgiving -George C. Young in the City. E. B. Motley and Claud Gowing left last Sunday morning for Decatur where they will reside in the future. Mr Motley is employed in the news stand and likes his new job fine. Booker Bently returned Wednesday afternoon with the four boys who ran away Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. Miles were the guests of Mrs. Miles' parents ```markdown ``` Mrs. Dempcy was unanimously elected for this office at the last session held in the city of Chicago, Sept. 11 13, 1906. Mrs. Dempcy is one of Chicago's own women. Her father, Rev. McIntosh, one of the early Methodist preachers, passed away many years ago, but left behind him some very bright and active worker among his children, and this is one. Mrs. Dempcy is president of the Old Settlers' Club of Lincoln News Items. Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rudolph. Mrs. B. Bentley is still very low at her home. Messrs. G. C. Young & Co. will open their new and up-to-date store Saturday morning. Let us all spend what money we can with him and at the same time treat his place of business with decency becoming gentlemen. Don't forget to leave your order for the Forum only 15c per month. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Young are at home over the State bank on Broadway. Let us welcome such people to our city. The Second Baptist Sunday School is preparing for a grand entertainment on Thanksgiving eve in Pat Casey's hall. Rev. G. Bass was called to Decatur by telegram Wednesday evening. Subscribe for the Forum. THE FORUM 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 Preprictors One Year ..... $1.50 One Month ..... 15c Per Copy ..... 5c OFFICE: 305 1-2 No. Sixth St. Phone Malu 998 THE FORUM'S STAFF. B. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. Will H. arbour, Associate Editor and Secretary. Southern Business Committee Thompson Bros., Branch Office. Boston The Printer 1051 So. 6th St. EDITORIAL Saturday November 17, 1906 Will J. A. Hall appoint a colored man as book keeper in the County Treasurer's office to even up with the Republicans? Most of the colored papers are severe in their vituperation of President Roosevelt for discharging the battalion of colored soldiers and view it as the "most unkindest cut of all." The cartoons representing F. L. Barnett of Chicago, as a monster and all the howl by the papers concerning his resignation, shows one that Tom Dixon and James Vardaman are not the only fools who are absorbed in race prejudice, especially when they know the man personally to be a man with ability. Why is there no cry against John F. Smulski? John Sharp Williams of Mississippi, thinks if they can get a "desirable" set of immigrants to take the place of Negroes as tenants, farmers and laborers, etc., the solution of the race question question will be had. Whenever a person sees his finish, he grabs at every straw and every imaginary line. There is no one troubled about the race question as to its ultimate solution. We have come to Kersand's finale: "Going to live anyhow until we die." McGirt's magazine for November comes in a new dress with about sixty pages and is a credit to journalism. It is called the National Baptist Publishing House Number and has excellent cuts of Dr. Boyd and his printing establishment at Nashville, Teun. The Baptist Publishing House is the best equipped in the country owned and operated by colored people and is a credit to the church. Dr. Boyd and the entire race. This number of McGirt's magazine is printed on good paper and the press work is excellent. Negroes Turn Democratic Mr. Editor—The Negroes it must be admitted, turned democratic in large numbers. W. T. Scott of Cairo, was leader and C. H. Jones, formerly pastor of New Hope Hope Baptist church, made speeches and worked arduously. Mr. Scott was candidate for president of the United States on the Liberty party ticket two years ago. Are these Negroes trying to drag this country back into the throes of democracy?—A reader. If John the Baptist was a Baptist preacher, and he baptized Jesus, then the only administrator of baptism is a Baptist preacher. If we would follow the original precedent, we are safe in saying all who administer the rite of baptism other than Baptist preachers are doing so with out the confirmation of the spirit. Such inconsistencies Baptists cannot afford recognize, and call themselves old landmarkers. Only Baptist preachers are New Testament preachers; they alone therefore, are capable of performing the act of immersion. National Baptist Union. RooseVelt's Violation? The President was the guest of a foreign power this weekand the question naturally arises as to whether he has violated the constitution of the United States or not? We think that the trip to Panama is an open violation and is subject to impeachment. There is no logical reason why this breach of faith should have been made, and is to be deplored. W. Jennings Bryan and his cohorts will use the same in their campaign literature for 1908; W. R. Hearst, the would-have-been governor of New York, will herald the trip as a great big scare-crow to frighten the weak-kneed, etc. The trip was a great big blunder and is to be really and truly regretted. What About the Revision of the Tariff? It may be expedient to consider the revision of the tariff somewhat, there may be too much duty charged on some articles. What we want is the best results from our tariff legislation. We want to charge duty to protect home industries. But let there be an equitable adjustment or regulation. We do not want to suppress our foreign competitors. The purport of the tariff law is simply to protect home manufactures, who pay so much more for labor that they cannot compete with England, France, Germany, etc., in the sale of raw or manufactured goods. But the question is: There are many articles on which the duty can be reduced. For with so high a tariff, the foreigner will not sell to us and yet we cannot duplicate that particular article. Senator Cullom has already advised that attention be given this matter as early as possible. Lucien Palmer, a Negro, was elected to the Wisconsin legislature from the Milwaukee district. This is the richest and most aristocratic in the state. He was put on the Republican ticket as a mere joke, or mock recognition and the white Republicans and democrats elected him over his democratic opponent, who was not very popular. The Negro elective representation made a visible rise in the last election three men being elected in Cook county. Grand Thanksgiving Attraction! On Thursday, 29th at Masonic Hall. Will be given the skit "Twenty Minutes from Washington Street." As the name implies, it will be rich, rare and racy. It will be put on by a company of efficient performers, assisted by the best talent of the Capital city. Watch next issue for further particulars. If you're in doubt let us lead trump to you? The is always the proper hat-- never alike two seasons together--except in price ---$3.00. PETER MYE PETER MYERS & CO For Fine Commercial Work HAMANN The Printer 305 SOUTH SIXTH ST. Telephone 998 A A : CR Best Coffee, Tea, milk or cocoa, Pies Cakes Ect. "Imperial" 529 North Side Square A. A. CRIPE'S 729 East Adams Street. Meals or Short Orders Served. Best Attention Given to All Customers Pablo Picasso YERS & CO When you want a copy of the Forum, The Freeman or the Negro magazines, drop in at The Keystone, 121 So. 4th St. Four Negroes are employed as motormen and conductors, respectively in street railway service at Cleveland, Ohio. THE RIPE'S ...CAPITAL GEO. BOLLMAN Quality of work and livery. 723 E. Washington Both Phon THE MOST PERFECT News-Gathering System IS THAT OF THE ST. LOUIS GLOBE- In addition to the service of the Association respondents everywhere and covers the events than any other paper. 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If there is any one way for a fellow to spend a little money and never regret it, let him attend the Thanksgivin enterterment at masonic Hall. THE FO Is now the Lea Paper in the C Is now the Leading Colored Paper in the City. Has the largest and best circulation. Goes among influential people. THE MISSING A good, reliable hair-grower. It i food for the hair roots, thereby ca sing it to grow and presn t a t rous, healthy appearance. If your hair is long enough, you cannot do without it, as a fine perfume dressing, at a very reasonable price. ROBERT CLARKsON's drug store, 213, south 6th st., A. s. MITCHELL's drug store, 5th and Monroe sts., sell it—and recommend it. Price: 25 cents. springfield, Ill., THE NEW YORK TIMES Illinois' Governor. Trifling colored people are not wanted in Springfield from the fact that we have our share. $1.00 Per Week _ $1.00 Per.Week _57YearsintheLead _ THE GREAT CHARTER OAK STOVE + aie ANDRANGES = —__. fee oe AND DAINGES — ot Gee Charter Oak stoves and and ranges have stood the test for 57 years. Ther9 isiho range on the market that equals them in durability or serv- ice. The Charter Oak rangé’ teceived the en- dorsement of the special agent. Of the United States government expert cook at World’s fair, St.Louis. The Charter Oak stoves and ranges ~ have.taken the premium at every fair where exhibited. This greatrange has always sold = — . for spot cash, for the first Nae 7) _._ time in 57 yeads itis plac- ey wip, ©@ within reach of the @| masses who are not able 7 ft | ae" topay cash for a first See class. artiole.., re | Ge) A e Your old stove taken in exchange. $1.00 per wk. ) oe 5 IT ue = buys the greatest range ofmodern times. A i WN e My Th stove with a record of over a half century. { oa = ee NEW PHONE, 2039. Persons wishing to buy the best stove that money can buy, can now get a Charter Oak cook stove, range or heater at $1.00 per week and have‘the use of the range while paying for same. Call on or phone T. L. EWING, 128 NORTH SEVENTH ST. Springefild, Illinois Wilson's New Place Restaurant Staple and Fancy Groceries and Ice Cream Regular Meals and Short Orders Homemade Pies—Candies Fine Cigars Morris Wilson, Proprietor. or. 11t and Madison. William's Hotel First class accomodations. Hot and Cold Baths. Rooms modernly Furnished. 11th and Washington Springfield, Illinois. Remember Casey book, Lulu Goins of Kentucky, is still on sale here. Read The Springfield Evening News Greatest evening paper in Centres Illinois. The news for all the people sent for 10c per week. Dellvere promptly. War specials. FOR THE MANAGER.. Telephone Main 998 Street No. 3051 South 6th St A. M. 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To each subscriber we will send the Republican National Campaign Text Book and all documents issued by the Committee. Help us achieve a great victory. JAMES S. SHERMAN, Chairman. P. O. Box 2063, New York. Notice! Notice!! Parties who do not get their paper as late on 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. Taken Here. M. B. 812 E. Washington St By the bushel or large quantities Nice screened Coal. T. R. THOMPSON, Casey's book is for sale here. The book is a thrilling narrative of the early life of Walter Casey, now in prison, charged with killing his wife, whom he makes the heroine of the "drama." If there is any one way for a fellow to spend a little money and never regret it, let him attend the Thanksgivin enterterment at masonic Hall. Coal Orders (CASH WITH ORDER $4.85) NO MORE TROUBLE FROM PUNCTURES. Result of 15 years experience in tire Result of 15 years experience in making. No danger from THORNS, CACTUS, PINS, NAILS, TACKS or GLASS. Serious punctures, like intentional knife cuts, can be vulcanized like any other tire. Two Hundred Thousand pairs now in actual use. Over Seventy-five Thousand pairs sold last year. DESCRIPTION: Made in all sizes. It is lively and easy riding, very durable and lined inside with a special quality of rubber, which never becomes porous and which closes up small punctures without allowing the air to escape. We have hundreds of letters from satisfied customers stating that their tires have only been pumped up once or twice in a whole season. They weigh no more than an ordinary tire, the puncture resisting qualities being given by several layers of thin, specially prepared fabric on the tread. That "Holding Back" sensation commonly felt when riding on asphalt or soft roads is overcome by the patent "Basket Weave" tread which prevents all air from being squeezed out between the tire and the road thus overcoming all suction. The regular price of these tires is $8.50 per pair, but for advertising purposes we are making a special factory price to the rider of only $4.80 per pair. All orders shipped same day letter is received. We ship C.O.D. on approval. You do not pay a cent until you have examined and found them strictly as represented. DESCRIPTION: Made in all sizes. It is lively and easy with a special quality of rubber, which never becomes porous without allowing the air to escape. We have hundreds of tires that their tires have only been pumped up once or twice in an ordinary tire, the puncture resisting qualities being prepared fabric on the tread. That "Holding Back" sensation or soft roads is overcome by the patent "Basket Weave" that squeezed out between the tire and the road thus overcoming tires is $8.50 per pair, but for advertising purposes we are made of only $4.80 per pair. All orders shipped same day letter is. You do not pay a cent until you have examined and found it. We will allow a cash discount of 5 per cent (thereby making FULL CASH WITH ORDER and enclose this advertised plated brass hand pump and two Sampson metal puncture puncture closers to be used in case of intentional knife cuts at OUR expense if for any reason they are not satisfactory. We are perfectly reliable and money sent to us is as safe Banker, Express or Freight Agent or the Editor of this paper these tires, you will find that they will ride easier, run faster than any tire you have ever used or seen at any price. We that when you want a bicycle you will give us your order, order at once, hence this remarkable tire offer. OOASTER-BRAKES, built-up-wheels, everything in the bicycle prices charged by dealers and repair men. Write for our business but write us a postal today, bicycle or a pair of tires from wonderful offers we are making. It only costs a postal to Mead Cycle Company, Depot, Illinois THE CHRIST FORUM Will afford you an extra opportunity to advertise your businessments Out about We will allow a cash discount of 5 per cent (thereby making the price $4.55 per pair) if you send FULL CASH WITH ORDER and enclose this advertisement. We will also send one nickel plated brass hand pump and two Sampson metal puncture closers on full paid orders (these metal puncture closers to be used in case of intentional knife cuts or heavy gashes). Tires to be returned at OUR expense if for any reason they are not satisfactory on examination. We are perfectly reliable and money sent to us is as safe as in a bank. Ask your Postmaster, Banker, Express or Freight Agent or the Editor of this paper about us. If you order a pair of these tires, you will find that they will ride easier, run faster, wear better, last longer and look finer than any tire you have ever used or seen at any price. We know that you will be so well pleased that when you want a bicycle you will give us your order. We want you to send us a small trial order at once, hence this remarkable tire offer. DO NOT WAIT but write us a postal today. DO NOT THINK OF BUYING a bicycle or a pair of tires from anyone until you know the new and wonderful offers we are making. It only costs a postal to learn everything. Write it NOW. MEAD CYCLE COMPANY Dept. "J. L." Chica- o Illinois THE CHRISTMAS FORUM Will afford you an extraordinary opportunity to advertise your busines and entertainments Out about Dec.15th A Birthday Anniversary on Mrs. Lethers on occasion of 42 year. There were at 1100 So. 17th St. at the residence of Mrs. Lethers last week quite a nice birth das entertainment, the following persons were present: Rev. Bates Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Ləvels, Mr. and Mrs. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. King Mr. and Mrs. Oliver, Mr. and Mrs. Hart Mrs. Fulton, Mr. burns and wife Mrs Porter, Miss Annie Davis. Miss Dora blackwell, Mr. McNight, Mr. Jones, Mr. Johnson, Mr. S. Robinson R Douglas, Mesdames Leavels and Douglas and the Miss Leavels. Watch for entire program of hits of Thanksgiving entertainment next week's Forum. or on any kind of terms, until you have received our complete Free Catalogues illustrating and describing every kind of high-grade and low-grade bicycles, old patterns and latest models, and learn of our remarkable LOW PRICES and wonderful new offers made possible by selling from factory direct to rider with no middlemen's profits. WE SHIP ON APPROVAL without a cent deposit, Pay the Freight and allow 10 Days Free Trial and make other liberal terms which no other house in the world will do. You will learn everything and get much valuable information by simply writing us a postal. We need a Rider Agent in every town and can offer an opportunity to make money to suitable young men who apply at once. deliverly and easy riding, very durable and lined inside becomes porous and which closes up small punctures hundreds of letters from satisfied customers stating for twice in a whole season. They weigh no more than ties being given by several layers of thin, specially back" sensation commonly felt when riding on asphalt ket Weave" tread which prevents all air from being overcoming all suction. The regular price of these roses we are making a special factory price to the rider the day letter is received. We ship C.O.D. on approval. and found them strictly as represented. thereby making the price $4.55 per pair) if you send this advertisement. We will also send one nickel metal puncture closers on full paid orders (these metal knife cuts or heavy gashes). Tires to be returned not satisfactory on examination. We is as safe as in a bank. Ask your Postmaster, toror of this paper about us. If you order a pair of easier, run faster, wear better, last longer and look at any price. We know that you will be so well pleased as your order. We want you to send us a small trial up-whools, saddles, podals, parts and repairs, and ing in the bicycle line are sold by us at half the usual write for our big SUNDEY catalogue. postal today. DO NOT THINK OF BUYING a of tires from anyone until you know the new and is a postal to learn everything. Write it NOW. CHRISTMAS FRUM extraordinary opportun- r business and enter- about Dec. 15th --- ```markdown ``` Notice the thick rubber tread "A" and puncture strips "B" and "D_r," also rim strip "H" to prevent rim cutting. This tire will outlast any other make- SOFT, ELASTIC and EASY RIDING. Cold and chilly was the day, When in the tomb they did lay, My soul's only light— Little Ella Mae. Elmer J. G. PATTERSON, Druggist. FINE TOILETARTICLES BEST CIGARS Best attention and courtesies giv en our customers. Prescriptions Filled Cor, 16th St. and Capitol Av. Peoria Division. Arrive. Depart. *Peoria com 9:10 am Stops †Peoria Express 4:00 pm Stops †Peoria Accom Starts 3:10 pm *Peoria Express Starts 6:45 am sSunday Special Starts 6:30 pm sSunday Special 9:00 pm Stops C. & A. INTERURBAN SERVICE. Springfield-Lincoln Interurbans leave Springfield at 9:40 a. m. 12 p. m. daily. Springfield at 9:50 a.m. 12 p.m. daily Springfield-Lincoln Interurbans arrive at Springfield at 11:50 a.m., 5:50 p.m., daily. *Daily. †Daily ex. Sunday. sSunday only. For folders, rates and further information call upon or address D G. CAMPBELL Ticket Agent Chicago & Alton Ry.. Springfield, m RAILWAY TIME TABLES. WABASH Depot Tenth, between Washington and Jefferson streets. Going East. Arrive. Depart. *Buffalo Fast Mall. 2:15 am 2:16 am *Chicago Express Starts 7:30 am *Continental Limited 9:45 am 9:50 am *Lafayette Accom Starts 1:40 pm *Decatur Accom 4:30 pm 5:15 pm *New York Express. 10:00 pm 10:06 pm Going West. Arrive. Depart. *Kansas City Express. 5:50 am 5:55 am *Clayton Accom 8:41 am 8:44 am *Springfield Accom 11:35 am Stops *Kansas City-Denver Lim.12:30 pm 12:35 pm *Continental Limited 5:45 pm 5:50 pm *Chicago-Springfield Exp. 9:10 pm Stops *Daily. Daily except Sunday. ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILWAY. Taking effect Sunday, December 4 Northbound. Arrive. Depart *Diamond Special .....12:35 am 12:40 am Midnight Limited .....2:42 am 2:45 am Chicago Express .....7:06 am Northern Ill. Express .....11:25 am 11:30 am *Daylight Special .....2:45 pm 2:48 pm *St. Louis & Sp'fd Accom. 8:45 pm Stops Southbound. Arrive. Depart *Diamond Special .....3:50 am 3:55 am Midnight Limited .....4:45 am 4:50 am *St. Louis & Sp'fd Accom. Starts 7:00 am *Daylight Special .....5:05 pm 5:10 pm *St. Louis Express .....5:30 pm 5:35 pm *Chicago Mall .....10:25 am Stops *Daily, aDaily except Sunday. B. & O. S. W. RAILWAY. Eastbound Trains. Arrive. Depart. aRoyal Blue Limited..... 7:30 am 7:30 am *Wash. & New York Lim.. Starts 8:00 pm *Beardstown & Puna Ac..... 8:25 pm 8:25 pm bSunday Passenger ..... 8:00 pm 8:00 pm Westbound Trains. aRoyal Blue Limited..... 7:25 pm 7:25 pm *Wash. & New York Lim.. 8:30 am Stops aPana & Beardstown Ac.. 10:30 am 10:30 am Sunday only ..... 8:50 am 8:50 am *Daily. aDaily, except Sunday. bSunday. C., P. & ST. L. RAILWAY. To and from Peoria. Arrive. Depart. Daily Express . 3:10 pm 12:10 pm Daily Mall . 11:00 am 2:40 pm Daily Mall . 6:55 pm 7:35 am To and from St. Louis. Arrive. Depart. Daily Express . 19:10 pm 8:10 pm Daily ex. Sunday, Accom. 0:20 pm 6:20 am GREAT CENTRAL. Trains arrive and depart from Chicago & Alton depot as follows: Westbound. Arrive. aNo. 32. Indianapolis Mail & Exp. 2:00 pm *No. 34. Cincinnati Exp. sleeper. 6:30 am aNo. 42. Sidell & Decatur Accom. 10:50 am Eastbound. Depart. aNo. 33. Indianapolis Mail & Exp. 9:45 am *No. 35. Cincinnati Exp. sleeper. 9:30 pm aNo. 42. Decatur & Sidell Accom. 3:30 pm Nos. 34 and 35 carry sleeping car be- ween Springfield, Indianapolis and Cincinnati. *Daily. aDaily except Sunday. PRICES FOR POLITICAL AN- NOUNCEMENTS. State and National Offices.....$ 10.00 County Offices..... 5.00 Mayor of Springfield..... 5.00 Regular write-ups. 10c per line. Ten line notice one time, with an THE FORUM Dr. J. E. Henderson Office: 107% 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 line Opportunity for Young Men. The demands in all parts of this country, and in several foreign countries, for well trained men of our race in the direction of scientific and practical agriculture are so great that this institution is willing to offer exceptional advantages to young men who wish to come here and take either a regular or post-graduate course in agriculture. We cannot begin to supply the demands that come to us for trained men in the direction of agriculture. The positions for which these trained men are wanted are those in almost every case which pay high salaries. We wish to get hold of men who have received as far as possible, a good education before coming here, and are ready to enter on a thorough course in agriculture. Persons, however, can pursue the literary studies at Tuskegee, while taking the course in agriculture. For further information address. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Principal, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. CONSOLIDATED STREET CAFE ROUTE.] Points of Interest Springfield's attractions and How to Reach Them. Lincoln home, cor. 8th and Jack son streets—take so 8th car. Lincoln Monument, Oak ridge Cemetery--take north 5th street cars at 5th and Monroe streets. PARKS and PLEASURE RESORTS Washington Park, south west of city take So. 2nd, or Lawrence Av. cars. resevoir Park. north east of city. Take North 7th Cars Camp Lincoln. The permanent camp grounds of the Illinois Nationsl Guards. Take Rutlege or Camp Lincoln Cars. state Fair grounds North of city. Take North 7th cars White City Park. East of the city. Take E. Capitol Av. Cars at 5th and Monroe. STATE GARDEN HENOLSTRACTION SYSTEM EAST BOUND. A. M. P. M. †5:00 1:00 6:00 *2:00 7:00 3:00 *8:00 *4:00 *10:00 *6:00 *10:00 6:00 11:00 7:00 *12:00 9:00 .... 11:00 SOUTH BOUND. A. M. P. M. †5:00 1:00 6:00 2:00 7:00 3:00 8:00 4:00 9:00 5:00 6:00 11:00 7:00 12:00 9:00 11:00 ROUND TRIP TICKETS sold on the cars by conductors to all points, at 1% per mile. $10 FARE BOOKS, sold at ticket offices for $7.50, good for individuals, limit one year, good for families, limit six months. COMMUTATION BOOKS of 52 rides sold at ticket offices at 1c per mile. ROUTE YOUR SHIPMENTS via the Interurban Express. Express service at freight rates. NO DUST DIRT SMOKE ELK CAFE 728E. Washington-st. Stewed Chick Mashed Potatoes Tea Served from 5:30 till 8 Mrs. Josie Jackson has been confined to her bed but is some what improved now and able to be up. Mrs Hardin Long is improving gradually. Hurrah for Chicago Negroes Who have energy, push and grit Who can put a Black man on the [judge stand] Who is capable honest and fit. The entertainment given by the sewing circle Thursday night was quite a success. A very enjoyable grogram was rendered a neat sum realized. We meet next Thursday with Mrs. Jones at 730 So. 18th St The Don't Worry Club met at the residence of Mrs Katie Lee on Wednesday and opened a very pleasant afternoon. Mrs. Eliza Wright and Mrs. Henry Brown were guests of the Club. A delicious menu was served. Miss Dessie Lee and mother are delightful hostesses. Mr. Chas White who is attending Williston Siminary at Easthampton, Mass., has recently been elected associate editor of the paper published in the interest of the school, and not long since was easy winner at the annual fall track team meet. He is now studying Greek, Latin, German and French, and is making a good record. So much for a Springfield boy. If there is anything on earth that you can't do, its slip thro the bunch of girls that are to sell you tickets to the Twenty minutes from Washington St. show. The reportorie of the Thanksgiving entertainment compires nearly everything from good old operatic selections to the ever and always popular street songs. Lawrence Brandon Proprietor East End Sample Rooms Northwest cor. 11th and Mason sts. ▲ choice line of WINES, LIQUORS and CIGARS. Ice Cold Reisch Beer on Tap.. Table de Hote for Sunday, Baked Redsnapper Stewed Chicken, Home Style Banana Fritters, Elk Sauce Served from 5:30 till 8:00 p. m. 25c, to all. Enthusiasm. edsnapper en, Home Style Coffee 100 p. m. 25c. to all. Rev. C. H. Jones was in Decatur this week. The Juvenile section will please meet on time Nov. 17 as we will be there with scissors in hand and also render a short program Mrs. Cottman, Supt J. C. Mclain, Asst Mother Shipp is much improved. Her sister Mrs. Booth also her neice Mrs. Renfro of St. Louis paid her a visit last week. Quincy III. A jolly good time in store for all who attend the Autumn Fair at 8th and Elm st. Church, 20-24 November. Mrs. Geo. Dabner delightfully entertained at luncheon Sunday in honor of Miss Eva Ruffner of Chicago. Mrs. Julia Wheeler left Saturday for an extended visit with relatives and friends in Eolia Mo. Mesdames Williams, Peppers anp Emily Willhght are numbered with the sick. Mr. and Mrs. Richard White have returned home after an extended trip in the North on business. Rev. T. L. Smith and family have move one door south on 7th St. The Coal man will deliver your coal at masonic hall on Thanksgiving eve. entertainment. Girls he looks good and acts better, so come early and get a frong seat. Remember the thanksgiving entertainment will afford amusement for young and old. One of the performers direct from the Pekin Theatre, Chicago, will deliver the good, at the masonic hall on the 29th. 60 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may quickly ascertain our opinion free whether an invention is probably patentable. Communications strictly confidential. HANDBOOK on Patents sent free. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive special notice, without charge, in the Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest circulation of any scientific journal. Terms, $5 a year; four months, $1. Sold by all newsdealers. MII Co. Away York --- Ice Cream Stewed Corn Coffee Teddy on the Sea. Teddy on the Sea. Our Teddy's on the deep, blue sea, He took a man-of-war, And sailed away right rolly, To distant Panama. Our Teddy's on the deep blue sea, All smiling a bow'n', He's gone to distant Panama, To view that ditch of our'n. The Forum and its Politics. Since the inauguration of The Forum and hitherto, we have endeavored to run a clean sheet, and have ever stood pat for the amelioration of crime, ignorance, superstition and licentiousness among our people. We believe in the broad principles as enunciated in the Republican party, but have not as yet, made our paper a partisan one. We have always as a whole stood out boldly and conspicuously, for the Republicans and have done more for the onward march of the g. o. p. than we have had reciprocated. Our people are ardent supporters of worthy enterprises of this kind as a whole and do not pay for such food for the brain as they should; yet when a campaign comes along, if a democrat man desires to run an advertisement in our paper and help them to maintain a worthy enterprise, they stigmatize us. The Republican party of Sangamon county knowns that the management of this paper has never betrayed them nor have we ever forsaken them. It is true we do not close our columns to any man on account of party when the man is, in our honest opinion, a clean man. When the Negro will come to front as a whole and support our worthy enterprises, then we shall be able to stand alone. We have no objection to expressing his views, but most people are too radical. The Negro is a man and has a right to support whom he desires, yet we are for the Republican party until a better one with more congenial principles bobs up—but this does not say there are no democrats worthy of your support, especially in states like Illinois. Tuesday's Election. From many stand points, the election last Tuesday, Nov. 6th, was the most exciting election in the history of our great republic in an off year. The fight was made strenuous and the work done arduous. The democrats were after as much as possible to reinforce their power 2 years hence, when again we elect a president. All eyes were centered on New York and Massachusetts; both of these states elected republican governors, but their pluralities were so small that "uneasy still lie the heads that wear the crowns" at Washington. Hughes is a man of strong personality, rare ability and an able statesman—he is a presidential possibility. --- V. A. D. By W. A. D. Teddy's on the deep blue sea, A-sailing by his lone self; Ye whales and fishes all look out, He is a whale his own-self. Oh! Teddy play your trump of, spades, Before the fates bewitch you And while you view that disditch, The folks at home will ditch you. Who? Vivacious 'Retter' When first I met 'er, I thought in my soul She was extremely bold. Society Galore. What bids fair to remain the most important society event of the season was the sumptuous banquet given by the Social Sunlight Circle. This is an organization composed of 20 prominent of the city, married and single. On several occasions these ladies have tendered to their husbands and gentlemen friends, repasts, but not on such an elaborate scale as the one served at the Elk Cafe, the leading colored restaurant in the city, formerly the Kentucky restaurant operated by H. Tucker and J. E. Thompson. Recently I. C. Crittendon bought Tucker's interest and the place has been thoroughly renovated, and on last Wednesday evening presented a lovely appearance with its beautiful electric and gas arc lamps blending with the magnificent costume and jewels worn by the guest. The proprietors have spared niether time nor money in beautifying their place of business, and the public seems to appreciate their efforts. Games and plenty of music enlivened the occasion and Miss Retta Davis, the chief priestess and moguel, was ready at all times and at all places to see that the guests were cared for. Those present were: Mesdames D L Ward, E J Craddook, Chas Brown W Johnson; Misses Hattie Lobbins Fannie Johnson, A. Dukes, Mrs. Susan Davis, Mr. H. Tncker and wife Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Rollins, Mrs. Hagen, Clark-Thompson, Page Richard Douglass, Stokes, Stuart, U. G Cab bell and wife, Prof. Byrd and Mrs E. B. Smith, Mr. Penelton, Miss Steele, E. L Rogers, Miss Brewington, Mrs Barrow, Mr. J. E. Thompson and wife Mr. A M Williams and wife Mrs. A V Smith Miss Retta Davis, I. C. Crittendon Mr Harris Walter Holmes Otis Duncan Emmet Perkins. Dr. C. H. Jones, CONTRACTOR & BUILDER. Real Estate, Rentals and loans Manager Peerless Ideal Portrait Company. Business Letters, Deeds, WillS and Mortgages drawn. All business confidential GENERAL TEAMING. Room 45 Myers' Building. THE FORUM JOHN L. J FURN Furniture, C Ranges And all kinds of hous We credit everyb when sick or out of nights until :30. 626 JOHN L. JONES FURNITURE CO. And all kinds of house furnishing goods. We credit everybody. Will waiton you when sick or out of employment. Open nights until :30. Springfield, NEWSPAPER LAW. 1. Subscribers who do not give express notice to the contrary are considered as wishing to continue subscriptions. 2. If subscribers order the discontinuance of their periodicals, the publisher may continue to send them until all arrearages are paid. 3. If subscribers neglect or refuse to take their periodicals from postoffice to which they are directed they are responsible until they have settled their bills and ordered them discontinued. 4. If the subscriber moves to another place without informing the publisher, and the papers are sent to the former directions, they are held responsible. 5. The courts have decided that the refusing to take periodicals from postoffice, or removing and leaving them uncalled for, is prima facie evidence of international fraud. 6. If subscribers pay in advance they are bound to give notice to the publishers, at the end of their time, if they do not wish to continue it otherwise the publisher is authorized to send it, the subscriber will be responsible until an express notice with payment of arrearages is sent to the publisher. 7. The latest postal laws are such that newspaper publishers can arrest any one for fraud who takes a paper and refuses to pay for it. Under this law the man who allows his subscription to run along for some time, unpaid, and then orders the postmaster to mark it "refused," and has a card sent notifying the publishers, lays himself liable to arrest and fine, the MOTTO: "It is no benefit to have given me something, but it is a benefit to have enabled me to obtain something for myself."—Emerson. Parties will please enter into no business transactions for this paper with any one save authorized agents vested with the power, and will pay no bills except to parties of the office personnel. Manager. Type-Write your speeches & Essays. Springfield is building fast, put some of your money in Real estate. It might have been. Furniture, Carpets, Stoves. 626'E. Adams Street Illinois. G. EDWARD BAUMANN CRAS. T. BAUMANN 115 West Side Square Tel. Main 653 --- NEWSPAPER LAW. MOTTO: Notice NOTICE! THE FORUM has opened a Business Men's Directory cheap enough for all to advertise. 1 inch 1 month .50 1-2 " 1 month .25 NO CHANGE. G. EDWARD BAUMANN Baumann Bros. Prescription Druggists Deutsche Apotheke Cor. 7th and Washington Sts. Tel. Main 654 REISCH BREWERY CO. City Brewery Their Bottle Beer is Fine Bock's Special Can't be Beat Try it! LODGE NOTICES. Price $4.00 per year. Capital City Lodge, No. 12, K. of P., meets every second and fourth Monday night of each month, in masonic hall, on north eight street. Special meetings made known by k. r of S. Hardin Long Chancellor Com. Roy Smith K of R and S. If you want to buy a house or lot or want to sell what you have or borrow money on your real estate, address Real Estate Agent, care of Editor FORUM, and the man will call and see you in person. Come to Sangamon county and locate on these rich farms, O my people. paw | : : T: ] ‘Hello! Hello!! Did you say you were going to -..-THE-+-- 6s , 99 KEYSTONE : To vlay pool? All games 21-2c. per cue, except Aldmeta, 61 point, 10c with a cigar. ‘I guess that’s slow.” All winners of games will be given a coupon, 25 of which will entitle the holder to one fine French briar pipe. You can’t lose. Everybody wins _I solicit your patronage. 121 South 4th St BENJ. JACKSON, Proprietor. COAL! COAL! COAL!!! _ Bythe ton or bush- | el. Cuas. A. Exuis ‘Néw ’Phones, 1504 or 326. | Society and Local We will ask that subscribors of the Forum who live nny where near JG, Patterson's drug store 16th and Capitol Av that you go there and Pe eoniae him and mention The Forum. Mr, Alexander Bender met with an accident last Sunday by -spraining his ankle. He will be compelled to use crutches fora month or more. Mr: C. H, Morgan of S Spring Street paid this office a visit this week. Mr. George W. Cross of Alton, Ill,, is.in the city in the interest of the Citizens’ Club, better known as the Alton School Com- mittee. He is working in the interest of the publie school fight, which has been in progress in that city since 1879. He is authorized to solicit.and will be glad to have the support ofall the coloréd ‘people. The Ross brothers who were incarcerated for assaulting Mr. Francis, have bean released on bail. A.M. Williams brougiat charg- es against police officer Gilmore who saw fit to run him in Nov. 6, Gilmore plead guilty and paid the cost, Mr. Francis, headwaiter at the Leland hotel, who sustained bad wounds, in the. melee last week, is still confined at. St. John hos- pital in a not much improved state. Attend the opening Thursday Nov. 22, Elks Cafe. Hours from 4p, m. to12p, m. The plate glass put in the front windows atthe Elk Cafe greatly improves the appearance within and without. Mrs. William P. Hennington, Jr,, has joined her husband in this city, Watch for entire program of hits of Thanksgiving entertain ment in next week’s Forum. potter ape es Aree Le eee IE News From Petersburg Fred Motley of Lincoln, visit. ed relatives here Sunday. W. E, Penick, accom panied by his sister, Miss Hattie, visited in Springfield last Sunday, Misses Ida Vaughn and Clara Brown, were Springfield visitors last Sunday, BA. Parks of Springfield, transacted business with ©, B. Davis Wednesday. Miss Nannie Davis is on the sick list this week. Henry Hughes and wife and Mrs. Pauline Wade attended the funeral of little Waneta Mayes in Taylorville Sunday. Benj, Abbington visited in Jacksonville last week, Miss Margaret West of Spring. field, visited friends here San. day. . The illuminations at: the Elk Cafe for the banquet Were gor- geous. # T THE FORUM Se ..Formal Opening.. Thursday, Nov. 22, Hours: from 4 until 12 p. m. Special Music for the occasion... Elegant Rooms for Rent, and may be used for games. Cs eee eae a Aah $ Soup Bouillon in Cups i | Celery Fish Pickerel | Baked Redsnapper Larded Beef, Anchovy ; Banana Fritters, Elk Sauce June Peas ; Mashed. Potatoes | Raisin Pudding, Brandy Sauce Port Wine Sherry Coffee Tea 4 TUCKER’S PLACE. Board and Lodging House, First class accommodations Regular meals at regular meal hours. New’ Telephone, 206 North 14 St. H. TUCKER, = Proprietor. Metropolitan Barber Shop 107 South Eighth Street. We give best service. Shop kept in first-class style. Competent Barbers—4 chairs. BATHS! BATHS!!! BATHS!!! Hot and Cold Baths at all times. H. TUCKER, . Proprietor.