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THE FORUM We Mourn The Loss of Our Departed Mayor; bright light blown out! VOL. 4. NO.20. SPR We Mourn The L Pulaski News. Some Thrity Farmora of Southern Illinois. Mr. Wesley Clark, a prominent farmer, has a fine farm of over 100 acres. It is all bottom land. You may know the value of the land when he refused $60 an acre for it. When he went out there, the general impression was that it was nothing more than a frog pond. But with his strong resolution and grit, he has made it as good there is in Pulaski Co. Mr. Clark is also a strawberry grower and has many peas for shipping. He has the greater part of his farm in wheat and the rest in grass and corn. He sells a number of hogs and cattle every year. Come on boys, let us have some more Wesley Clarks in Pulaski. D. Perkins, another up to-date farmer, is a corn and wheat grower. Mr. Perkins has much timber land and with his fine teams he spends much time in felling, gathering and selling wood. Unlike some people, he sells to railroads instead of wasting and burning the wood. Mr. Perkins has his business in fine shape. We wish more men were like him. Mr. Albert La Font is a race lover. He is nowhere behind in his business. He has several lots which he is selling on reasonable terms which any one could pay. He takes his pay in money or stock. His residence is the finest on Pearl street. Mr. La Font rented a building here for the purpose of entering the grocery and restaurant but says he must have corn and grass to feed his hogs. He does not fail to plant it either. When Mr. Gus Ewings and his brother first settled here, they bought a place which in the center of "Egypt" and many gave it a trifling name, but Mr. Ewings has as fine a farm as there is in Pulaski county. Villa Ridge News. The following excellent pro gram was rendered at the New Hope Baptist church, Sunday, June 9: Opening song—"We come again," reading, Effie Watkins, recitations, Misses Annie Prior, Bessie Watkins, Lizzie Walton and Loena Williams, song, "Stepping in the light." Bible reading, Misses Pearl and Mamie Roper, song, "The Comforter," Mrs. Henry Ray, Misses Effie and Jessie Watkins, reading, Mrs. Lottie Prior, song and chorus, "Beautiful robes," essay, Jessie Watkins, song, "Lead me Savior," essay, Mrs. Ray reading Grant Prior, song. "When circles are broken." New Hope will not stay behind. M. D. Watkins, a good mechan- "Be ye doers and not sayers only." ic, has spent most of his time in carpentering, this has been his trade all his life and he usually has all he can do. Old age has begun to show itself. He is giving his ideas of the trade to his son Mitchell. Mr. Watkins has not forgotten his lessons of virtue and thrift. His family shows the receiving of such lessons. Let all be up and doing for the better. Rev. Manuel Preaches Sermon Before Woman's Club-Declares Character in Man or Woman is Highest Gift. Sermon one of the Finest Ever Before Heard at Union Church. Last Sunday before a large congregation, Rev. Manuel, pastor of Union Baptist church, preached the annual sermon before the Woman's Club. He is a pulpit orator of no mean ability and held his hearers in rapt attention while he most eloquently spake. He took the motto of the Club, "Lifting as as we Climb," and emphasized the good work that may be and is done by the club. He denouced the clubs which tolerated card playing, wine drinking and other frivolities, the incubators of sins and vice. He spoke in high terms of the pure home and the virtuous women, as being the most precious jewel on the face of the earth—but listen, 'the virtuous women,' a woman who has good cha acter and lives an up-right life. He declared that the cause of so many daughters going astray is because their mothers opened the way before them. There he sounded the naked truth. He let them also know that clubs amounted to naught, unless they have noble purposes, and the majority, if not all, of their personnel was not composed of women of virtue and moral worth. Another fine point made by Rev. Manuel was that the older people find too much fault with the young people, when they themselves are worse than their posterity. He declared the purest specimen of the human family is the Negro womanhood, and that every Negro should die by a virtuous colored woman—note however, he always emphasized on 'virtuous'—denounced the Negro 'dude' that dragged young girls too often into places of ill-repute. We commend Rev. Manuel for his courage, his conviction and his high premium placed upon virtuous women and men of character. These are the kinds of sermons Springfield and the colored race are thirsty after. VIRGIL MOTLEY, Solicitor. Springfield. Steps are being taken to organize a gigantic Loan and Banking Co., in this city by colored men and they will do it or we will do it. We ask only for "valiant soldiers," men who have business proclivities. This is quite a needed enterprise. Let those who believe it can't be done stay in the rear and lose out and those who are ready to grasp opportunities. answer when their names are called. We say this will be done. not may be done The promoters will be colored people in Decatur, Lincoln, Bloomington and joining towns in a radius of 100 miles to take part. Watch for further particulars. Normal News. Rev. Brewer will leave this week for St. Louis. Kansas City and Kansas on a business trip. Mrs. William Dabney of Jacksonville, is expected in the city Sunday to spend the summer with her son and daughter. Mrs. Carter Harris leaves next week for Nashville, Tenn., for an extended visit. She will attend the Jamestown Exposition before her return. Mrs. Mabens eye does not improve. Mrs. Callie Washington of Dayton, Ohio, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Jennie Bates. Walter Whittaker will leave Saturday night for Wilberforce for a visit. Louise and Rosanna Davis will go to Chicago, Saturday where they will join their father. The young ladies have been attending school here. Bloomington News. Lucien Curtiss is agent for the United States medicine company. His medicines are healing. Bernie Lewis, brother of Mrs. Clara Smith. died Monday morning at his home of consumption. Mrs. Mary Nasby of Jacksonville, visited her brother, Marion Grigsby. Sunday. Rev. Hall and Charles Caldwell visited in Peoria, Sunday afternoon. Children's Day was observed in the various churches Sunday morning and evening. The 2d Christian church of Normal raised $10 for missionary purposes. Neata Dabney, Unice and Gertrude Gaston are enlisted on the dollar league. The 3d Christian church raised $7.25 for missionary purposes. Jessie Barnes of Pontiac, is the guest of Ione Johnson and Alberta Wyche. Don't borrow the Forum. Roy Williams has installed a soda fountain. Let no colored citizen say again that they cannot get a soda on account of his color because Roy will gladly serve you with as many sodas as you desire. Richard Calhoun who was kicked by a horse, is slowly improving. Willia Lewis, who has been visiting her cousin, W. Casey, has returned to her home in Albany, Georgia. The Household of Ruth worshipped with Rev. Adams of the Union Baptist Sunday. Rev Bates of Springfield, was in the city this week. Leona Watson of Springfield, visited her cousin, Rowena Watson, Sunday. Mrs. Hamilton of St. Louis, was in the city Sunday. The Don't Worry Club met with Mrs. Cowen last Friday and elected officers. The club is progressing finely. As many as can find it possible, will attend in a body, the convention to be held in Decatur June 28. A Sad Catastrophe. Seldom is a community more deeply saddened than on last Wednesday when our mayor, David S. Griffiths, was drowned in a creek, 10 miles from this city. Words are inadequate to express, in full, our heart grief. A young man of high moral persausions, a patriotic citizen, a loving husband! You have read the details—the funeral has been preached; the last requiem has been sung and the interment has been made in the city where the silent ever sleep. It was a sad affair. The large crowd to the funeral—the city wrapped in drapery and the closing of the business houses, attested this fact. We offer a sincere word of condolence to all his friends and especially to thosebleeding hearts of the mother and wife. "In the midst of life we are in death." Life is uncertain," but "cheers for the living, tears for the dead," we say. Mrs. Horaee Tucker entertained in honor of Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Lucas Thursday. THE FORUM weekly magazine paper devoted 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: 385 1-2 6; Sixth St. Phone Male 998 THE FORUM'S STAFF. B. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. Will H. arbour, Associate Editor and Secretary. Thompson Bros., Branch Office. Bammon The Printer 905; So. 6th St. EDITORIAL Saturday June 15, 1907 We favor the vagrant law. Blessed are they who have umbrellas for they shall not drown. The Bible says as a logical deduction, "he who eats must work." It's as liable to rain as the sparks are to go upward. Is that man Orchard a peach or persimmon? "Hide me O my Saviour hide From the noise and he a trum of city pride. While we think. wh are they going to give Caleb Powers a new trial What is more irritating than to have a news boy poke a paper in your face when you are both dead broke and hungry? The latest is to marry, get a divorce and court the same party and re-marry. Great Scott! what manner of man is man? As we said before, just because a girl is a graduate, she is not necessarily "a sweet girl graduate." Bryan is not much of a statesman. Did you know he says the the things he thinks the southern contigent approves. The soldiers will invade Camp Lincoln today. The 5th regiment will mobilize July 6, this is two weeks earlier than usual. People who don't study need not expect to make good percentage at their graduation. Nay they need not expect to graduate. The moochers are lying low in the shade, waiting for their prey, though patiently. It is only one year off, boys—you can afford to starve that long, eh? Don't borrow the Forum. THE FORUM One thing is certain, Griffith belongs to the party that does things—did you known that this city looks better already? Honor to whom honor is due. What are you women do with your thin and white dresses for it is written that there will be rain and cool weather all summer. We ask the saloon people to keep women and boys out of their places. If we report you to the mayor you will call it a "knock." But we will do so or die. Robert Goodwin's duty is to see that the streets are kept in good condition, so the police will not get their shoes soiled and the autos will have easy sailing thru at 10 miles per hour. You should not expect the democrats, as a whole, to do as well as Republicans, though there are some 'mighty' good democrats, but they are too scarce to be a potential factor. Dr. O A. Seago, chief of police, is the kind of man we like he is making the office a business study and we look forward to the best police regulation we have ever before had. The analytical meaning of "truth crushed to earth shall rise again" is you cannot keep a man down who has noble, high and righteous aims. All good comes from God and hence must be a part of God. How do you like this subject for debate—Resolved that a Representative in Congress Should VOTE on all Subjects According to his own convictions and not according to the wishes of his Constituents." The Forum chooses the affirmative. You politicians who desire the office again should remember that "peace hath her victories no less renown than war," and whenever you can favor a deserving person, do so. Note 'deserving,' the fault lies in the most undeserving and unmeritorious too often carry off the spoic. Like Banquo's ghost, the right shall not be downed. The men will have no serious objection to women 'proposing,' as the leading New York ladies claim they have a right to, but a proposal carries with it an obligation, i. e., the one who proposes is supposed to support the one proposed to. A goodly number of women support their husbands anyway—and a majority of them are forced to support themselves even though they have strong able-bodied husbands. We hope the lawyers for the defense" in the Moyer murder trial will not take over 30 days with 3 days of grace to prove that Orchard is a liar or prove that his general reputation as to truth and veracity is bad. Maybe Orchard is simply telling the facts in the case. TUCKER'S Board and Lodge First class accom Regular meals at hours 206 Nor Board and Lodging House, First class accommodations Regular meals at regular meal hours. New Telepnone, 1478. 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 ...CAPITAL GEO. BOLLMAI Quality of work a livery. 723 E. Washington GEO. BOLLMAN, Proprietor. Quality of work and prompt delivery. 723 E. Washington Street. Both Phones, 207. An Advertisement in The Forum Brings Instant Results. H. TUCKER, Proprietor. "Imperial,, ER MYERS & CO 529 North Side Square --- LAUNDRY LLMAN, Proprietor. work and prompt de- Pablo Picasso "Oh, Douglas! Thou hast passed beyond the shore, But still thy voice is ringing e'er the gale-- Thou'st taught thy race how high her hope may soar, And bid them seek the heights, nor faint nor fall." Paul Laurence Dunbar on Fred Douglass. The Forum has opened a Business Men's Directory.—Cheap Enough for all to Advertise. DINNER SETS! Largest Display Ever Shown in the City. We import our immense stock of Dinnerware direct from France, England and Germany and by so doing are able to give you the jobber's profit as a present with your purchase. We positively guarantee our line to be the best that money can buy. START YOUR SET NOW These patterns are open stock and in this way you can buy additional pieces at any time or replace broken pieces. Traveling men tell us that we have the Largest Display in the State Outside of Chicago. We will appreciate your visit to our store. Odd Fellows' Build'g DIN Largest Disp We import our im France, England a give you the jobb chase. We po be A Beautiful Dinner Syracuse China As perfect as any china of any make and unexcelled for its delicacy daintiness and strength Made up in beautiful patterns of classic borders and flowers. Set of 100 pieces 6 Designs $60--down to--$15 Bavarian China These are the choiciest of all patterns made in Germany. The coloring is natural as life. $25--down to--$ 5 STA These patterns are open stock replace broken Largest Displa We Eighth Regiment Quincy, Ill. National Guards Have Grand Meet. Last Wednesday and Thursday the officers of the various cities over the State assembled at Quincy for the purpose of electing a colonel for the 8th Regiment and 2 Majors. The election was presided over by the Hon. Richings J. Shands. Col. of the 3rd Regiment. I. N. G. When the time came for voting Col. J. R. Marshall of Chicago, was re-elected unanimously by 29 votes, Lieut. Col. Jas Johnson wa also unanimously re-elected The matter became somewhat spirited but harmonious when ```markdown ``` THE FORUM ingfield's Only China St eraker & Keisac NER S lay Ever Shown ense stock of Dinner d Germany and by so er's profit as a present positively guarantee our st that money can buy r Set is an Ornament China Store. ker backe SET Shown in the of Dinnerware and by so doing present with y ntee our line to can buy. Ornament to Your Limoges China The supreme triumph of the French Manufacturers Art China of purest ivory white decorated in gold. For those who want the best. Set of 100 pieces 15 Designs $250 down to $25 COUPON. pieces as Set c 1 N. War Any one bringing this coupon to our store before June 15. will receive a discount of 5 percent. on the cash purchase of any DINNER SET RT YOUR SET ME and in this way you can buy addit pieces. Traveling men tell us that ay in the State Outside will appreciate your visit to our sto SET NOW can buy additional piece en tell us that we have the Outside of Chi visit to our store. it came to the election of the Major. The six companies from down states were solid and hence carried all their points, being victorious over some of Cook County's wishes. For Major: Jackson, 6 VanPelt 23, 1st Next Jackson 5, F. A. Denison 24 ballot. VanPelt elected. Dunan is a holdover officer whose term does not expire before 1909. The Regiment was banquetted and all had an excellent stay, Capt. Byrd Co 1 Quincy delivered the banquet address in an able manner and sounded the toscin for patriotism and good citizenship. He was responded to by Maj. Denison and Rev. J Chavis. Those attending from here were: Maj. Luncan, Capt. Byrd Capt. Hodge Qjieut. York, J. L. Morgan, Lieut. Ross. ```markdown ``` --- ETS! in the City. rware direct from doing are able to with your pur- line to be the to Your Home. Eng. Porcelain We guarantee these to not crackel or craze Nothing better is on the market at the price. Use these every day and save your finer service. Set of 100 pieces 12 Desings $20 down to $6.50 Warwick China These patterns prove the aggressiveness of the American Potteries. These Porcelains are almost as hard as China bodies. Will not crackle or craze. NOW personal pieces at any time or we have the of Chicago. re. Your attention is called to the large ad on local page of our high classed shoe repairer, A. J. Gordon. He is a shoe maker of note and all you need do is call—he has the goods and the work to repair—now, we ask that coored people, en masse, go there, build his trade, he will then have work for other men—white people also—I told you once we are one people 'one and inseparable.' A collector stepped into an office and seeing the debtor talking to a number of lady friends, waited till he had leisure. Whereupon the debtor turned to the collector with a very pleasant manner and said: "I will lend you this dollar today. Come again when you are hard up," and he smiled one of those smiles that crack a looking glass.—Ex. 2. 406 E. Monroe St. Set of 100 pieces 2 Designs $12 and $10 Diplomacy. A Boom for Decatur BY HARVEY WATKINS, DECAUR. Mr. Edward Jacobs yet has charge of the warehouse of the Moorehouse & Wells firm. Mr. Jacobs was for three years employed at the Main building as shipping clerk of the retail department proving himself competent was promoted as wholesale clerk, which position he now holds. Dr. H. C. Ganaway is the elected representatives of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 8 K. of P. at Alton next month. He is an earnest worker in the lodge and has made it what it is. Dr. Ganaway is a true lover of Pythianism. Mrs. Wm. Moore spent last Sunday in St. Louis We wish to see every Negro family in Decatur read the Forum and when the agent comes around subscrsbe for it and pay in advance, and let us help to make it a great paper, for now in its young stage it is not afraid to speak for our rights. Take the Forum and be loyal to it, The Sewing Circle of St. Peter's A. M. E. Church gave a fair last week, the fair was given on the 4th and 5th, and we are sorry to say the first night was stormy and the crowd was small. On the second night there was concert given by young girls between the ages of 6 to 10, and it certainly was a drawing card to the fair. The concert was gotten up under the instruction of Misses Lizzie Blue and Carmine Banton who never fail at anything they attempt to do. Both are members of the Sewing Circle and the fair enabled them to turn over $76.00 to the Trustee Board of the A. M. E. Church and by special request the young girl's Concert will be repeated on the 18th of this month. Mrs. D. Lee left for Indianapolis, her home, Tuesday to visit her people. Mr. Chas. Browner spent last Sunday in Lanesville, reported a good time. Mrs. Amanda Caldwell is on the sick list this week. Rev. W, H. Jackson was feeling at his best last Sunday and he did not fail to preach a rousing sermon both morning and evening. He is a power in Decatur and has done better work than any man who ever held this charge. This is a great deal to say for a man of his 82 years, yet it is true. His faithful work and earnestness has entitled him to the name of Stonewall Jackson. Miss Lillie Thorte is yet employed at the Wabash station, a position which sha has occupied for several years. Mr. and Mrs Benton who moved from here about three years ago to Champaign have moved back to live. Dr. H. C. Ganaway spent last Sunday in Springfield. We notice the Doctor is going to Spring field quite frequently of late. What's the trouble Doctor? Any one sick? *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. 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 10:05 pm Going West. Arrive. Depart. Kansas City Express.....5:50 am 5:56 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 Steps Daily, aDaily except Sunday. Taking effect Sunday, December 4 Northbound. Arrive. Depart. *Diamond Special ... 12:35 am 12:40 am Midnight Limited ... 2:42 am 2:45 am aChicago Express ... 7:05 am Northern Ill. 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Daily Express . 8:10 pm 12:10 pm Daily Mail . 11:00 am 3:40 pm Daily Mail . 6:56 pm 7:35 am To and from St. Louis. Arrive. Depart. Daily Express . 12:10 pm 8:10 pm Daily ex. Sunday, Accom. 9:30 pm 6:30 am The Stalwart Pro- tective League. Meets First Monday of each Month at Odd Fellow's Hall, South Fifth Street. R. S. DONALDSON, Pres. DR. J. H. MAGEE, Secy. THE FORUM Lee's Theatre. The writer has had the pleasure of attending the above named play house and of witnessing the stellar performance put on under the able direction of Mr. Crawford. The show opens with a minstrel first part in which Pearl Hunter and Geo. Clark are the principal comedians. Both of the gentleman are funny and wok hard. Maggie Crawford is the leading soprano and her singing was meritorious. She has a beautiful voice, flexible, pliant, over which she exercised a masterly control. Then there is the only Loretta Smith, the brilliant soubrette with her "Iake Your Time," etc. She is in possession of a remarkable contralto voice which she uses exceptionally well. She dances with an easy grace that would remind you of Mattie Phillips or Muriel Ringgold. Maud Carter sings sweetly and enraptures the audience with bewitching and fascinating stage appearance. Nellie Clarke responded to an encore after her beautiful rendition of sentimental ballads. This lady as well as being the owner of an excellent voice, is a handsome woman J. J. scroggius sang several baritone selections commendably John Barbour is the musical director, and his piano playing is great. C. C. Lee is to be commended for giving to the public such a worthy performance. The star Theater will succeed if such shows are put on. See E. L. Rogers for the best sick and accident policies. $10 per week when sick or hurt. Get in the reading habit—Colored papers are for sale at: J. E. Thompson, L. F. Osborne's Pool Room, The Pekin Cafe, Brown & Neal's Restaurant. Eik I. Cafe. At these places you can secure the New York Age, Boston Guardian The Freeman. Richmond Planet, The Voice, The Colored American Magazine, The Forum, Etc. Rally at New Hope. The dollar rally at New Hope Church last Sunday was largely atteuded and the pastor was the happy recipient of nearly $70.00. THE CARD WILHOOLSTRACTION SYSTEM ACTION SYSTEM. Decatur, Clinton and all mediate points. 11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. †12:00 noon. †6:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. †2:00 p.m. *8:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. *9:00 p.m. †4:00 p.m. *11:00 p.m. Northeastern Traction Co. Southbound. 00 pm 5:00 am 3:30 pm 00 pm 6:30 am 5:00 pm 00 pm 8:00 am 6:30 pm 00 pm 10:00 am 8:00 pm 00 pm 12:00 noon 11:00 pm 2:00 pm for Carlinville, Gillespie, Shield. 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ROBERT CLARKSON'S drug store, 213 South 6th St., A. S. MITCHELL'S drug store, 5th and Monroe St., sell it—and recommend it. Price: 25 cents, Springfield, Ill. OUR ADVERTISING RATES. For display matter one time, 15c the inch; over one time, 10c, 6 months or one year, special prices made. Reading matter, one time, 7c the line; seven words to the line; over one time 5c; for long articles or church advertising, some reduction. For clubs, socials, ect., when matter contains over 75 words and under 200, send 50 cents if you desire it published in full. MANAGER. Petersburg News. Miss Cora Davis graduated from the grammar grade department of the public schools Mon- day evening. THE FORUM OUR EX Will be our Will be exc yourself and bu copies will be s Carnegie Librar EXPO be out in be excellent and business will be sent to e Library, (ne Divine Services at the Evangelical Lutheran Holy Trinity Church. On Fifteenth between Washington and Jefferson streets. Instruction in the chief parts of the Christian doctrines every Wednesday at 8 p. m. One and all are cordially invited to attend these services. $1.50 io East St Louis every Sat urday and Sunday ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM. Mrs. Baker of Jacksonville, was the guest of Mrs. Charles Gaines last week. Miss Marie Gaines of Springfield, visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gaines last week. Mrs. Edward Motley of Decatur, was the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Frank Penick last week. Mrs. Robert Smith of Springfield, visited relatives and friends here last week. Mrs. Susan Graham is making an additional improvement to her residence. Miss Ella Rainey, who has been quite ill, is much imprsved at this writing. W. E. Penick visited in Lanesville Sunday. Henry Hughes and Walter Daniels visited in Springfield Sunday. James Motley of Camelville, --- --- 326 South Sixth St FANCY DRY CLEANING AND Dyeing In ALL Its BRANCHES PRESSING and REPAIRING Goods called for and delivered. Join our $1.00 per month Club. Old phone, 909: New; 1593. Ky., is visiting relatives here this week. Mrs. William A. Motley was a Springfield visitor Sunday. Robt. Bailey of Springfield, was in the city Wednesday. Miss Luella Jackson is visiting in Jacksonville this week. Mrs. Lula Wade and George Smith of Springfield, were visitors here Sunday. Miss Sarah Maek is on the sick list. Mrs. Cliffton Motley and daughter, Arene, departed last Tuesday for Decatur where they will reside. Don't fail to attend the old fashion supper, to be given Wednesday, June 19, at the residence of Mrs. S. Sims, 931 So, Pasfield St. Be sure to attend. A rare treat. You will be served with delicacies abundant, for only 15cts. Supper served from 6 to 10 P. M. Benefit of St. Paul. Mesdames B. Johnson, B. Clem and S. Sims, Ladies in charge. JUNE RALLY. U. G. SUGATER. FINE PORTRAIT COUNTER. LANDSCAPING, WATER COLOR PAINTING All Kinds of Scenic Painting. SEE me for Special Work 125 North Water St. Decatur, Ill. Here's Another Weather Bill. This is in order for the month: June 2 to 7-Moderately warm. June 8-Very heavy thunder storm followed by falling temperature. June 9 to 13-Coldest summer weather for many years in June, but too cloudy for frost, though almost cold enough for snow June 13 to 15-Pleasant June 16-Warm, showery. June 18 to 22-Pleasant. June 34-Warm and showery. June 24-Heavy thunderstorms. June 25 to 27-Very cold for summer. The Exposition number of the Forum promises to be one of the very best advertising mediums we have ever before launched. If every colored business will take a space, use cuts, etc., this will be equivalent to sending exhibits, or to our own city having a representative there, as we are to send several copies to the exposition and retain about 50 copies to send to Topeka, Kans., to the Negro National Business League. People outside of Springfield will do well to get in their write ups. Begin early and we shall be better enabled to give you good work. --- HUMBLE THINGS. Humblest flowers have fragrance rare Lowliest hearts, rich love may bear Naught is worthless, so beware Meanest things to treat with care. Is a violet in the grass Where your footsteps daily pass? Turn aside, and let it live, Great the joy its breath may give. Does a lovely heart and poor Pay its homage at your door? Bid it welcome to your hearth It may make a heaven of earth. Do not light the lowly things Ugliest worms have brightest wings The smallest bird oft sweetest sings And lowly service, blessings brings. —CORA J. BALL. Again Again Our readers will again excuse mistakes. In the last issue there were several. In the Ambidexter article it should have read: 'we saw germinated,' and 'Desmonie' should have been Desdemonia. In the editorials optimistic was spelled optimistic. In the Bloomington letter Dr. Dovington was used for Dr Covington, Searles should have been Stearles. In the Hillsboro letter R was used where R belonged. In the Irwin park article erroneous was spelled eronious.—Ed. According to the laws of mentality, if a person continues to think he will succeed or whatever he strives to obtain or whatever heights he endeavors to attain, he must continue to think he will do so, and he will. So whenever you are "broke" just think your are not, keep thinking so and you will find you only thought you were The reason so many people are bad and do evil things is because their minds are impregrated with bad thots. As a man thinketh so is he We are always elated. yes estatic to receive the Morning News from Hopkinsville Ky. It is one of the ablest papers, from a standpoint of journalism and brainy articles we get, but Bro. Phil Brown only sends it once a week We are only weekly, of course, but would be pleased to have him feed us daily and by and by we shall gladly repay him with interest compounded. Last Sunday's State Register. We are indeed glad to commend our contemporary, the Illinois State Register and congratulate the management for so brilliant, so newsy and so able a paper as they presented Sunday, in the Greater Springfield edition. The effort demands praise and we unreluctantly give it to them. It is a credit in particular to Hons. H. W. Clendenin and Thomas Reece and to our city and state in general. The edition is made up of five parts; 52 pages, and sirs, we doff our hats to you and say grand! most excellent is that number and we do not wait until you die to give you credit. "Evil things which men do live after them, But the good is oft interred with their bones." The Forum does not believe in allowing Shakespeare's immortal THE FORUM lines to hold good all the time upon all occasions. Our aim while living is to praise the praiseworthy and ever hold aloft the good deeds done by men and to cheer them up while they are on these mundane shores. Hughes Most Brilliant Luminary, says Raymond The Political Prognosticator of the Tribune. Gov. Hughes, of New York, appears now as the strongest man in the republican galaxy, which galaxy is composed of great men, of great political potency. Raymond says Hughes has done more effectual work than any other Governor of New York or any other State. Raymond has turned from Teft and now avers that Hughes may go, or can go to the next National Republican Convention, with the solid New York delegation in his vest pocket, which delegation, is of course the largest of any single state in the Union. The Forum predicted some time ago that Hughes is the greatest and strongest man for President in the Union, of course we are for Foraker or Hughes, while we believe Hughes is the strongest of the two, and the strongest man in the Union today. He being free from faction and personal animosities or any sequence, we therefore hail Hughes for first place on policy grounds and Foraker for second place or his retention to the Senate. There are also other men equal as good for second place— Deneen, Cummings. Beveridge and H. Clay Evans of Tenn., are among some. Our Exposition Number will be gotten out July 6 instead of June 22, thus prolonging it two Weeks. We hope to have this number elaborate and colored people who expect to get write ups accompanied with cuts will make same known if we do not call on you do so immediately. We expect to have a goodly number of white peoples "ads as usual, but as we desire to make this the Exposition Number, we will be glad to get some kind of an ad or write up from every colored business house or prospective business man. You are aware that we have always in part if not in the entirety, carried out our plans. The white people who desire our readers patronage will also appear herein. We hope the colored people, will learn the value of advertising like the white people. To be plain that is why colored people fail or stand still as it were, in business. Business is a thing of evolution You must study to treat your customers courteous. Smile even if you have a stack of unpaid bills "mountain high," give people good measure, try to win you enemies to become your friends and above all use "horse sense." Big number, 3000 copies July 6. All the soldier boys and officers should be shown up. Take a retrospective view, the people who do advertising are the people who do the business. We must not spend so much money on Excursions. The Special Edition. Listen,A $5,00 The finest ever before ple regardless of The National Li Listen,A $5,000 Proposition. The finest ever before offered to all people regardless of race or color. The National Life Annuity Co. All Policies $5,000 I will permanently disabled you draw this heirs or assigns draw it monthly. Accident policies on record. 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CONSOLIDATED STREET CAR ROUTE. Points of Interest Springfield's Attractions and How to Reach Them. Lincoln home—Corner Eighth and Jackson streets—take South Eighth car. Lincoln Monument, Oak Ridge Cemetery—take North Fifth street cars at Fifth and Monroe streets. Washington Park, southwest of city take South Second or Lawrence avenue cars. Reservoir Park, northeast of city—take North Seventh cars. Camp Lincoln. The permanent camp grounds of the Illinois National Guards. Take Rutledge or Camp Lincoln cars. State Fair grounds, north of city. Take North Seventh cars. White City Park east of the city. Take East Capitol avenue cars New Ideas In The Latest Design Price 17 Jewel Illinois. 18 snze 11 Jewel Illinois. 16 size, 20 ye 15 Jewel Illinois. 12 size, 20 ye 15 Jewel Illinois. 10 size, 20 ye Fine 15 Jewel, 12 size, Fancy d Solid Gold Chatelain Watch Pie Silver, Gold Filled, Enamel and Tobin & The Popular P 522 So. Side Sq. In The Latest Designs at Reasonable Prices 17 Jewel Illinois, 18 snze, 20 year guarantee $12 11 Jewel Illinois, 16 size, 20 yerr guarantee.....$11.00 15 Jewel Illinois, I2 size, 20 year guarantee..... $13 15 Jewel Illinois, I0 size, 20 year guarantee..... $14 Fine I5 Jewel, I2 size, Fancy dial., 20 year guarantee ..... $10 Solid Gold Chatelain Watch Pin fine movement..... $10 Silver, Gold Filled, Enamel and Gum Metal Chatelains $5 to $12 Tobin & Canham The Popular Price Jewelers 522 So. Side Sq. Springfield Ill. Society and Local Miss Johnson of Little Rock, Ark., who has been the guest of her sister, Mrs. O. J. Singleton, returned to her home last week. Miss Benson of Cleveland, Ohio, has returned to her home. Miss Leota Singleton who has been somewhat indisposed is convalescent. The new management of the Delmonico restaurant, 107 N. 7th street, will be glad to have all give them a trial call. Mesdames Julia Duncan, J. C. McClain, C. H. Morgan, Lucy Young. Roey Hunter, Eva Monroe, attended the State Federation of Women's clubs in C hampaign this week. M s. Sarah Work of N 3d St., was in Jacksonville last Sunday visiting her son, William Petitu who is in the hospital there. She him much improved. WANTED-A smart colored buy with bicycle to work on Saturdays-good reference required good pay; must be reliable. Apply to E. L. Rogers, 3051 S. 6th street. Mrs. B H. Lucas returned home a few days ago after some week's visit in Chicago. Rev. C. H. Jones preached at Zion Baptist church last Sunday morning and evening. Special Election. According to the law, there must be held a special election to fill the vacancy of mayor of this city, caused by the sad and tragic death of our late highly esteemed mayor. The Forum hopes that absolute harmony will prevail in the Republican party and that clean able and influential men only will be reckoned with. Such men as Roy Reece, John Black, John L. Phillips, Logan Hay, Jesse K. Payton, etc. The Alton letter will appear in the next edition. Owing to certain unavoidable circumstances we are compelled to leave out several articles this week. I Notice. Signs at Reasonable ces e, 20 year guarantee $12 err guarantee.....$11.00 ear guarantee.....$13 ear guarantee.....$14 dial,,20 year guarantee ..... $10 in fine movement.....$10 Gum Metal Chatelains $5 to $12 Canham price Jewelers Springfield Ill. Celebrate your 4th of July at Masonic Hall at night. Bring your friends to the Masonic Hall on thh eye of July 4th. Delmonico Cafe One of the best in city 107 S. 8th St under new Management. Regular Meals 20c Sundays 25c We invite the public and we will serve you nicely and promptly. Furnished rooms at 416 E Madison Street, Springfield, Illinois. Mrs. J. E. SMITH. Propritress. Telephone. new, 1457. The Pekin Cafe and Ice Cream Parlor. 1024 E. Washington street. Special Dinner for Sunday, June 16. This cafe has been purchased by Messrs. Johnson and Hatfield, and has been remodeled and refurnished, and is one of the finest in town run by colored people. They invite the public and are prepared to serve you satisfactorily. The best courtesies, best services. Stop in from church Visitors to the city especially invited For a good time visit Masonic Hall July 4th. I Bought This at Carlock's. You did? For $——? Is that so? Your attention is called ever, when you want the prettiest styles, most beautiful to the eye, and the most durable men's summer clothing, hats ties, etc, to the above named place. Ask Dave Moore of the Leland about Carlock's or your friend, the editor of this paper. We recommend our readers to Carlocks for reasons heretofore given. What we mean by all right, is: Fine goods, courteous and appreciative treatment, fine men, prices, best. That means it all. Summer School at Ambidexter? Persons desiring to review any studies in the common branches or to continue their studies during the summer, consult the und rsigned. Hours of rectal can be arranged to suit your convenience. It is necessary that we be well versed in Arithmetic and Grammar in order that we may calculate and speak and read correctly. For further information, call over new phone or write, JAS. B. WALKER, Ambidexter Institute, 902 So. 12 St. Springfield, Illinois. THE FORUM onable $11.00 $13 ...$14 ...$10 ...$10 s $5 to $12 m lers eld Ill. [Image of a man with a dark head and light face, wearing a suit and tie. The background is a plain black surface with a white border. There is no text or additional details in the image.] --- Champion Shoe Have Your Soles Sewed on while you wait by the CHAMPION SEWING MACHINE, which makes your Shoes look like New. also make them flexible and easy on the feet and wear better than Nails or Pegs and cost but little more. The Up-To-Date Shoe Man 822 E. Washington St. Springfield, Ill. Don't fail to attend the old fashion supper, to be given Wednesday, June 19, at the residence of Mrs. S. Sims, 931 So, Pastfield St. Be sure to attend. A rare treat. You will be served with delicacies abundant, for only 15cts. Supper served from 6 to 10 P. M. Benefit of St. Paul. Mesdames B. Johnson, B. Clem and S. Sims, Ladies in charge. Monthly Terms Given Your Old Shoes Made Like New By our Modern Repairing Machines Best White Oak Leather Used All Work Guaranteed First-Class Shoes Called for and Delivered Promptly. ANDREW J. GORDON Benefit Lincoln Colored Old F. and O. Home. Thursday, June 27, 1907. ALWAYS THE Choicest And Best. Clarkson's, Remember the place, 213 South Sixth Street.