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Historical Society, State House. THE FORUM VOL. 3, NO. 43. SPRINGFIELD, ILL., SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1906.15C A MONTH Logan Hay For Mayor Young Attorney and State Senator Elect Most Available Man. Carries Sangan on County and Every Ward in The City Amidst Democratic Landslide. In presenting the name of Logan Hay to the people of Springfield and especially the Republican party, The Forum feels intuitively that a man of moral, intellectual, business and administrative worth, is the presentee, possessing that political integrity and economic keenness, so essential to the well-fare of this municipality. In the first place, he has ability and courage and is a native of this city. He carried every ward in the city on Nov. 6, last and also carried the county—he and E. C. Pruitt being the only Republicans elected. In the second place, the reason The Forum offers the name of Logan Hay for mayor is this: Heretofore the Republicans have chosen their candidates through strife and through a sea of gore, as it were, and have lost the city since 1903. simply on the account of domestic wrangles, when normally the city should go Republican by a handsome majority. Here is a young man that will win and if elected execute laws with rare judgment and sublimi- The Coming Cify Election. One of the most interesting elections in the history of Springfield, is the coming city election. For near four years Springfield has grown wonderfully and interurban lines have been constructed from St. Louis to Clin to via of this city, and just now another road has its bid in, the Springfield Southern. It is of vast import that good, capable responsible men be chosen and elected. There are seven aldermen, six supervisors, city attorney, city clerk, city treasurer and mayor to be elected next spring. We want good men, honest men, men not tantalized with factions, to aspire and we desire them to come forth early that they may be known. It might have been. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." ty, without fear or favor, but all times to the best interests of Springfield and her progressive people. Third: He is the only Republican representative from this county in the General Assembly which convenes in January and to him alone can the party hope for appropriations congenial to the Republicans wishes. He has served as alderman from the 5th ward for some time, resigning last spring on account of the fact that he moved into the 4th ward. Hay is the most logical man for mayor and The Forum is certain that all the Negroes of any sequence will support him in preference to another. The wisest thing the party can do, will be to decide on some man without a fight at the primary for the nomination, thus avoiding possible family friction. It is nonsense for the party to lose all these elections by internal eruptions and contributory negligence. Hay is the man that can beat Caesar. News From Petersburg John Miller of Tallula, visited friends here Sunday. Mrs. Landon Davis is visiting in Springfield and Buffalo Hart, this week. Frank Dixon and wife nicely entertained a few of their friends at their home last Monday. The Forum would like to enlarge its circulation here. So please give it a trial. June Anderson is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Bettie Adams is on the sick list this week. Thanksgiving Day, as it is best understood, has to deal with the natural things of life-a plenteous crop, a bounty of the sup- porting things of life, stored away, as against the night of the year, when man finds it difficult to work. Saved against the unproductive days in the ideal, and which was born out of the agricultural period of the country when it applied with a greater force. However, the principle is not destroyed. Most of us look forward with dread to the winter days, fearful that something will be neglected that might lessen the prospective severity. All nature gets busy, thicker grows the furs of the animals, and "the birds homeward fly." It is but natural for man to give thanks in feeling that he has been preserved against a threatened harm or defeat. Nannie Ardella Davis. Quincy News Letter. Mrs L. Johnson spent a few days in Hannibal, Mo, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Spencer. Miss Eva Ruffner left Saturday for her home in Evanston, Ill. The Loyal Legion met at the home of Mrs. Fannie Munday Wednesday where routine business was transacted. The Sewing Circle met at the residence of Mrs. Geo. Dabner, Thursday. Bishop A. Mack, D. D., of Kansas City, Mo., is in the city conducting revival meetings at the Union Baptist church. The meetings will go on until the first Sunday in December. Our Lincoln News Letter. The Baptist Sunday School has postponed its entertainment until Dec. 6. Messrs. Fant Bros. and Kirby of Elkhart, will give a grand ball on Dec. 6, at Hibernian hall in Elkhart. The A. M. E. Sunday School will hold their fair on Thursday and Friday, December 27-28. Claud Goins came home Sunday morning from Decatur in the lead of all the trains cryin, mama open the door, for I'm a-freezing out in the cold. Carl Fant was up from ElkHart Thursday evening transacting business. Mrs. Almeada Stanton is at home with her mother, Mrs. M. Fuvua. The young people of the A. M. E. Sunday School organized a Booker T. Washington club last Sunday with Mrs. A. Taylor as president. Harry Donagan transacted business in Elkhart last Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Ben English came up from Buffalo Hart accompanied by their little son, Don, whom they left at the F. M. Asylum for boys and girls. While in the city there the guests of Mr. Cicle and family. ANDREW RUSSEL Of Jacksonville. Spoken of as the most logical candidate for governor of Illinois in 1908. In view of the fact that Mr. Russel came to the convention last August with 7000 plurality, but tamely submitted to a M. change in the ballot on the second roll call, and went forth working for the entire Republican ticket being himself entitled to the nomination, makes him the most logical man and the suggestion is well taken. St. Jon's Church. This church is progressing finely and has good audiences. The choir is in gsod condition and improving—Mrs. D.O. Yates is intructor and Miss Marshall Yates organist. The Sunday School is also in a florishing condition. Last Sunday was song services and a creditble program was rendered. A creditable paper was read by Mrs. Isabella Pride. Osby's Building. Mr. J. B. Osby has built a substantial 2 story building, 40 x 60 ft. on Adams St. between 10 and 11 Sts., the same will be used for livery stable purposes. He is quite energetic and there is no doubt of his success. Don't miss The extravaganza at Masonic hall Thanksgiving. 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 Proprietors One Year ..... $1.50 One Month ..... 15c Per Copy ..... 5c OFFICE: 305 1-2 6; Sixth St. Phone Malu 998 THE FORUM'S STAFF. B. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. Will H. arbour, Associate Editor and Secretary. Thompson Bros., Branch Office. EDITORIAL Saturday November 24. 1906 A Social Decadence. The young people seem to be in a state of social retrogression Our young people all seem to be in a state of social lethargy. What is the matter with us? Most of the balls given are on the free for all plan,' for pecuniary considerations and of course, are not what you would call a social function. We are not prepared to focus this fault on any one save we young people ourselves We ought to be able to put on a classical play occasionally with the talent available here in this city. We should organize our society and have boundary lines and limitations—even though the lines be "imaginary." This is no fault of the parents nor the church, but the fault dear Brutus is in our stars. The President's Apparent Blunder. Probably the President will revoke his order and restore the colored soldiers after such a hard protest and slam from the pen of the leading papers of the north and a few from the south. The Negro press is unanimous in its vituperation of the once idol of the country. If he does no revoke his order, the spirit of the Negro will be not good and should the President run for a third term, as has been talked of and wished, it is very probable that he will not get the united support of the Negro. While they may not like to bolt the grand old party, many would argue, that it is just as bad to be killed in a railroad wreck as in a shipwreck. The case will no doubt, be brought before the Sixteenth Congress of the United States. Just because some one disagrees with some particular part or thing some other does in society or politics, for the alleged offended to try to kill his presumed adversary's business or source of sustenance, is not only despicable, but abject and not broad minded. Let us be men—make our arguments with logic. If you don't agree with your political opponent, be rational and conservative. "I will never again be a candidate for office."—William Randolph Hearst. THE FORUM Should Tillman be Stopped? Chicago Negroes made strenuous efforts to prevent Senator Tillman from speaking at Union Hospital, on the presumed grounds that his speech would be incendiary and provoke race troubles. A committee of Negroes waited on the Hospital authorities and had them change the senator's subject from the race question to 'Shall Cuba be Annexed,' and the Negroes continued to clamor for a curtailment of the engagement. We are of the opinion that our people should not be too radical nor limitless in their agitations—they should be swayed by reason and common sense. As the hospital for whose benefit Senator Tillman is to speak, opens its doors to all, our people should not let their imagination submerge their reason. Tillman's subject has been changed as per the request of the Negroes, now let them acquiesce. Let Tillman go ahead and speak and bv leave of (him) "Brutus and the rest" let "Antony" speak.—The people. The article elsewhere in this issue speaking of Logan Hay for mayor next spring, should be read by every voter. The National Baptist Publishing House in Nashville, Tenn., is the finest in the United States owned by colored people. Certain church reporters have often made us say that certain preachers preached strong sermons whether they were or not In some cases the reporter was the preacher himself. The Forum is amply large if some praises are needed but a pigmy if it does not meet the approval of some radical on any subject. Let us be broad-minded that our narrow-mindedness shall not over-shadow the broad mindedness You may say what you please, but the fact remains, that public men and parents do not conduct themselves before the young people that there can be no question as to their moral savoury, truth and veracity. The young people are being led down to perdition and officers are not doing their duty. We are going to petition Mayor Devereux to fire the worthless officers and put on men who will arrest all young boys and girls found in wine rooms. The saloon keepers are accessories before the fact for allowing minors to frequent their places and such men are dr gging society down will you stop? The Forum is small and we are aware of this fact. Those who make criticisms or insinuations, have not as yet reached any gigantic dimensions. Our motives are pure, despite any one's trying to trail us in the dust. --- It might have been. Grand Thanksgiving Attraction! 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 Mason hall for further particulars. If you're in doubt let us lead trump to you? The "Imperial" 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 ...CAPITAL LA GEO. BOLLMAN Quality of work and livery. 723 E. Washington Both Pho GEO. BOLLMAN, Proprietor. Quality of work and prompt delivery. Immoral public men have proven to be the greatest contamination to our social and religious fabrics and the body politic. Why were Brutus and his cohorts so anxious to defend their bloody deed before Antony said the funeral oration? —Guilty. 529 North Side Square 723 E. Washington Street. Both Phones. 207. 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. L LAUNDRY AN, Proprietor and prompt de- ington Street. phones, 207. The indications are that President Roosevet will not revoke his order but what he has written he has written. Come to Sangamon county and locate on these rich farms, O my people. WE WANT YOUR TRADE! OFFER·CHURCHES. New York Dressed Turkeys, per pound, 22 cents. C. & A. INTERURBAN SERVICE. Springfield-Lincoln Interurbans leave Springfield at 9:40 a. m., 12 p. m., daily. Springfield at 5:40 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, Ill. RAILWAY TIME TABLES. THE FORUM r. J E Henderson Place: 107% West Side Square. HOURS: 9 to 1 a.m.; 3 to 5; 7 to 8 p.m. IRST WARD PLACE: 218 North 13th Street HOURS; Till 8 a.m.; 12 to 1 m.; 5:30 to 6:3 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. Principal, Tuskegee Intitute, Alabama. Dr. S. A. WARE, PHYSICIAN and SURGEON. OFFICE: 6271 East Adamsstreet, HOURS: 10 a. m. to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. 7 p. m. to 9. Phones:—— WANT BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Calls promptly made. PRICES FOR POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. 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 TIME CARD IHENOIS TRAGTION SYSTEM EAST BOUND. SOUTH BOUND. A. M. P. M. A. M. P. M. †5:00 1:00 †5:00 1:00 6:00 *2:00 6:00 2:00 7:00 3:00 7:00 3:00 *8:00 *4:00 8:00 4:00 *10:00 *6:00 9:00 5:00 *10:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 11:00 7:00 11:00 7:00 *12:00 9:00 12:00 9:00 ...... 11:00 ..... 11:00 ROUND TRIP TICKETS sold on the cars by conductors to all points, at 1½ per mile. $10 FARE BOOKS, sold at ticket offi ces 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 16 per mile. ROUTE YOUR SHIPMENTS via the Interurban Express. Express service at freight rates. YOUR TRA DUST DIPT SYCOKE Don't Miss It. The Thanksgiving attraction at Mason hall will be the best ever seen as the admission fee is in the reach of all, a good time is assured to all that will patronize the entertainment. A program will be given that will please the most fastidious. There will be fun from the rising of the curtain until the going down of the same. The songs are catchy and as there will be a good orchestra in attendance everything promises to be lovely for the entertainment of both young and old. Be sure and come early as the program will commence promptly at 8:30 p.m. Price $4.00 per year. CONSOLIDATED STREET CAF Springfield's attractions and How to Reach Them. Lincoln home, cor. 8th and Jack son streets—take so 8th car. Lincoln Monument, Oak ridge Cem eterv--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 Nations 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. DE! AS ea Pett THE FORUM an oe ee ee) |, Overcoats, Suits and Furnishing Men’ . (2, Ga ENCOURAGED by our el tet h J ens Suits rig Pa increasing businessand i, Cr Ae figuring on many new cus- Ath 2 ee N and Overcoats OES ae — a tomers sure tobe attract- “ieee att f i EAN aes FN ed by the bargains we are sletly all. wool at $5.00 [es f os offering in Clothing, we $7.50, $10, $12, $13 50, /* i ee have decided tomake spec- $15 and $18.£0. Xe a eee ial inducements as heread- J oe Hee oe vertised. == die BL ee — ee ; [REE AE aa We ask nothing more of | 3 a pa ee Extra Value you than to come in’ and a amily | | Given in examine our Suits, Over- le. he eee sass fe RSA coats and Cravenetts. and Re. nog PEGE Underwear you will soon find that you i, sod i ie eee | Single piece garments in can save from $3.50 to $5 Vee eee heaxy. or medipm..ribbed enour oa t B/S& \ HPS eS ee and fleeced lined cotton, & rments, and at ey a a pet dark mixtures or silver same time get a material ~ J x greys, 25c to 5€c. style and workmanship ~"% ee i Men’s and Ladies’ Union better than you can get ee ps Suits $1, 25c and 50c. elsewhere. Mivry sates Misses’ 25c. SILLER CONE, CO. Childrens’ 25c. = ee eee ae Big Values in Winter Footwear We have some very pretty styles in inexpensive Footwear that can be depended on ne es’ fine patent colt L dies’ Iii e Kid Shoes, heavy sole Men’s solid Calf Shoes, a big value Serviceable school shoes Boys’ Suits $3, 2,50,.2 00/150 wnd...... 7-00 We are strong in our TWetiesy conn Boys’ Ovoreoats, 200, 2.50 and..........8.00 ( We Tare Cann Or The Boys ) Movs oud Boye Cie abiée, fic eet ese «SC LOVOS Department > Me vs and Boy’s Sweaters. $2, 1.25, 1,00 75¢€ Gloves 25e¢ to $1.75, Leather, Fur, Buckskir 600d hei Monu’s Pants $8 50, $3, 2.50, 2, 1.50, 1.25.1,00 Kid, Calf, Horsehide, Muleskin, Cotton gloves £0) veer wh Me Bovs’ Kave Pants, 23¢, 89¢ and...4.¢....50€ and mittens, 5¢ to 10c. Large assortment of ist RTABLE fc . Men's Corduroy Suits,.................750 Flannei Overshirts, all colors and sizes, from nour oe aN Meu's Duck Coats, $1, $1.50 aud......,,2.00 $1 to $2 Good heavy Jersey Overshirts, blue a ie ) € Men’s Leather Coats....................5,00 and Black only 50c. Full assortment of over- eigen Men's Sheep Lined Coats $3.50 and,,,,..3.00 ails, blue, black and striped 50c. Rices {3 i —e fy wef 52s D r REENBUR f | Cy Gres. ; fi ie - : Tisdinan s Shoe Co. 2° North Side Between 6th and 7th. 7 ST Louis . as in gto I } doors E, Sangamon Loan & Trust Co THE FORUM in the Lead CHARTER OAK SOVES RANGES and ranges have stood There is no range on the em in durability or serv- range received the en- cial agent of the United expert cook at World's fair, ter Oak stoves and ranges um at every fair where range has always sold 57 Years in the Lead THE GREAT CHARTER OAK SOVES AND RANGES Charter Oak stoves and and ranges have stood the test for 57 years. Therə is no range on the market that equals them in durability or service. The Charter Oak range received the endorsement 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 great range has always sold for spot cash, for the first time in 57 yeas it is placed within reach of the masses who are not able to pay cash for a first class article. Your old stove taken in exchange. $1.00 per wk. buys the greatest range of modern times. A stove with a record of over a half century. NEW PHONE. 2039. t stove that money can buy, can now range or heater at $1.00 per week and 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 CHARTER OAK RANGES $1.00 Per Week New Shoe Store. 1024 E. Wash. A full line of Children's Shoes and Overshoes. Women's Shoes from $1 up. The Dr Reed's Cushion Sole shoe, the Parten shoe and many others. Men's shoes from $1,50 up; the Uuiversity shoe, King Quality, Kriffendorf shoes, 1024 E. Washington J. G. PATTERSON. FINE TOILET ARTICLES BEST CIGARS Best attention and courtesies given our customers. Prescriptions Filled Cor. 16th St. and Capitol Av. 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. Remember Casey book, Lulu Goins of Kentucky, is still on sale here. Read The Springfield Evening News Greatest evening paper in Centra 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 A. M. WILLIAMS, Real Estate,Loans and Insurance. Office and Residence: 2nd Floor. Williams' Bdg "For good work, quick work, easy work, and all kinds of work, give me the Remington," says the experienced operator. ```markdown ``` Remington Typewriter Company THE FORUM H. A. New Shoe Store. Fredman THE FIRMMAN SHOE THE MARK OF MERIT 27Q A full line of Child shoes. Women's Sho Roy M. Seeley Attorney at Law. 5231 North Side Square Both Phones1503. AMERICAN HAIR GROWER. THE WEEKLY PRESS A good reliable hair-gr w r it is fo d for the hair roots, thereby causing it to grow and present a lustrous, 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., Coal Orders Taken vere. J. B. 812 E Washington St y the bushelor large quantities. Nice screened Coal. T R. THOMPSON, 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. Subscribe for the Forum. Married or Single You should call at H. A. SIX'S Account of the Famous International Live Stock Exposition, Dec 1 to 8 Tickets good going Nov. 30 to Dec 5 inclusive. Return limi Dec. 10. This opportunity to "take in the International" and visit Chicago should not be overlooked by anyone in our state. The fine stock show is more than worth the nominal price of railroad transportation. For complete particulars call upon or address W. H. ABEL Dist. Passenger Agent, Springfield, Ill. Grand Thanksgiving DINNER. On Thursday, 29th at Elk Cafe Soup Cream of Oyster Roast Turkey, Cranberry sauce Mashed Potatoes Creamed Cabbage Coffee Tea Ice Cream 30c to all 12 m. to 8:30 p. m. SIX'S 1024 E. Wash. We carry a full line of high class Gents' Furnishing goods. A fine line Millinery department. Call and see our goods. Best attention to all. ren's Shoes and Over- All games 212 c. per cue, except Alameta, 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 Hello! Hello!! Did you say you were going to ---THE--- "KEYS To play All games 2 1 2 c. per cue, with a cigar. "I guess that's slack. All winners of games will be will entitle the holder to one fine. You can't lose. Everybody will 121 South BENJ. JACKSON COA COA By the tor BENJ. JACKSON, Proprietor. CHAS. A. ELLIS New 'Phones, 1504 or 326. Society and Local We are glad to note that the Neal and Rucker restaurant is doing fairly well. Mrs, M. F Clark-Thompson expects to open a dressmaking and millinery department at Ambidexter Dec. 1st. All persons desiring to become students may apply at 1722 E. Mason St., or telephone 1882 R1 old. Mrs. U. G. Cabbell, 207 S. 14th entertained a number of her lady friends at a Sunday luncheon last Sunday at 7 o'clock. For rent—Nice furnished room in good location. Apply to Effie Graves, 1529 S. 14. 11243 Abner Naylor was in Jacksonville last Sunday the guest of his wife who has been there for the past three weeks to rest and recuperate her health. Mrs. Naylor is much improved. Mrs. C. S. Gibbs has been visiting in Knoxville, Teun., for the past month, has returned. Mr. Matthews and bride arrived last Sunday from Indiana. Every person who goes to D. Greenberg's and mentions the Forum as the cause of your seeing the 'ad' will greatly assist us and you will be treated better. Mrs. Perry of E. Brown St., is still on the sick list. Miss Elizabeth Williams has taken a position as book keeper for the Capital City Pantitorium. Miss Hattie Goodbar is on the --- TONE" by pool? except Alameta, 61 point, 10c ow." e given a coupon, 25 of which French briar pipe. ins I solicit your patronage. n 4th St N, Proprietor. L!! COAL!!! n or bush- el. and Local The Ladies' Social Sunlight Club was hntertained this week at the residence of Mrs. Emma Craddock. A sumptuous repast was served. Misses May Bell and Ethel Clark are very seriously ill, the former having typhoid pneumonia. We hope they may soon recover. Dr. Ware has remoned his office, to the old location on E. Adams street, and has a nicely furnished office. Mesdames Young, Harris, Workes and Anderson were in Decatur two days last week attending the Stewardess's convention. They report having spent a very pleasant time in the interest of Christianity. All parties wanting a writeup with picture in the Christmas Number, will let us know early See next week's Forum for particulars concerning the Christmas edition. The Ladies Court will meet at Masonic hall the 1st Thursday in December. The formal opening of the Elk Cafe last Thursday was a very creditable affair. The menu was elaborate and delicious. It is claimed and not denied, that Mr. Francis, formerly head waiter at the Leland, who is yet confined at St. John's hospital, has a wife, who is here attending his bed-side. This report has caused much comment, as he is reported to have been engaged --- THE FORUM Elk 728 E. W Crittendon & A first-class p Best Best attention Everything Regular Meal Baked Chick New En Coffee Served from 5:30 TUCKER Board and First class Regular meal g. Harris, 206 N H. TUCKER, Metropol will meet at st Thursday 1. A. The image shows a group of people standing in a line, likely participating in a sports event or a public gathering. B. The image depicts a person sitting on a chair, possibly resting or taking a break. C. The image includes a person standing with their hands on their knees, indicating a posture of meditation or prayer. D. The image shows a person sitting on a chair, possibly resting or taking a break. A first-class place in every respect. Best service. Best attention given to all customers. Everything neat and clean. Regular Meals and Short Orders Table de Hote for Sunday, Baked Chicken, Oyster Dressing New England Boiled Dinner Baked Chicken, Oyster Dressing New England Boiled Dinner Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Served from 5:30 till 8:00 p. m. 25c. to all. CKER'S PLACE. Hard and Lodging House, First class accommodations dlar meals at regular meal hours. Served from 5:30 till 8:00 p. m. 25c. to all. TUCKER'S PLACE. Board and Lodging House, First class accommodations Regular meals at regular meal hours. New Telephone, 206 North 14 St. tropolitan Barber Shop Metropolitan Barber Shop 107 South Eighth Street. the best service. Shop kept in first-class style. Competent Barbers—4 chairs. BATHS! BATHS!! BATHS!!! Hot and Cold Baths at all times. We give best service. Shop kept in first-class style. Competent Barbers-4 chairs. BATHS! BATHS!! BATHS!!! Hot and Cold Baths at all times. ```markdown ``` Coffee Vegetable Soup Steamed Rice Ice Cream Proprietor. H. TUCKER, Proprietor.