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THE FORUM Deneen Replies to Yates: M. B. At Vandalia, this week. Governor Deneen, reopened his campaign in a remarkably temperate mood, refuted the charges made against him by the Ex-Gov. and declared that Mr. Yates' assertions or charges are inconsistent He showed by figures and facts, the receipts and expenditures of the state and asked his gubernatorial oponent specify what items, receipts or expenditures to which he (Yates) desires rectified. Deneen is an able man and a shrewd competitor, here Greek has met Greek. Quincy, Ill., News, The A. M, E. church revival closed Monday night with a great 'Love feast' at which time 50 members marched in singing 'I want to be a soldier,' the fruits of the meeting. Rev. Sydes, pastor of the church feels very happy over the success. Rev. Giles the presiding elder of this district is in the city, he held quarterly meeting at the Methodist church. E. L Howard and wife left Monday for Keokuk, Iowa after spending a week here in the interest of the Colored American Magazine. A great rally is expected at the Eim St. Baptist church April 26, 1908 at which time the debt will be wired out. Mrs. L. Johnson who has been in the hospital for some time will be able to return home next week Rev Buckley of Keokuk was in the city the guest of his relatives Rev. T. L. Smith and wife. The funeral of Mrs. S. Holder was held at the A. M. E. church Monday, Rev. Sydes officiated The deceased was a faithful wife and was well spoken of by her friends and neighbors. Carlock's Big Sale. Your special attention is called to Carlock's Big Sale, explained in a page "Ad" in this paper. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." We make a special plea to our readers to go there and give your trade. The goods are of the high est quality—you do not want "shoddy stuff," that he does not keep. Quality considered, he is selling at prices that will make you marvel. As we have said before and in another column, if you will only patronize those people who advertise, you help us and even yourself. Surely you have no objection to helping your self. Try him and every one who does not help himself and us. we will make a present of a $100 bill How many of you see the logic in what we say and will act in accordance thereto? Editor Hughes Endorsed. Gov. Chas. E. Hughes of New York was endorsed by that state last week for President of the U. S. Several attempts to thwart the endorsement proved futile. Massachusetts sends uninstruct ed delegation, but in the conven tion assembled praised the National Administration and flung a bouquet at Taft. Jacksonville Items. The Ladies Art Club was postponed and will hold their meeting this week at the home of Mrs Martha Wilson in honor of Mrs. Eugene Hayden's mother, The woman's Club was entertained be Mrs. L. Postly at their club room. After the transaction of usual business a dainty repast was served. They are planning for a reception April 29. C. Ellias Winston spoke at Central Christian Church this week. A fair sized audience was present was present so hear him speak in the interest of the Christian Industrial and Business Institute of which he is principal. Ordinance for $1,000 License Alderman Newman of the 4th ward; re.introduced his $1,000 license fee before the city council last Monday, and many other moves were made regulating the operation of saloons. The Sunday closing is again up, and is but the enforcement of the statutory requirements. Mayor Reece will do himself good by acceding to law and enforcing Sunday closing. Bloomington News Sunday was quarterly meeting day at the A. M. E. Church—Elder Geo. Hoagland entertained the members of the colored Ministerial Association Mon'ay morning at a dinner. Business was transacted in the forenoon. Those present were, Elder Johnson of A. M. E., presiding elder Cottman of Springfield, Elder Herd of Normal Bethel church, elder Brown of Union, Baptist, elder Hall of Mt. Pisgah, elder S. Cheers of E. St. Louis. missionary of the Wood River Baptist Association and elder J. Jack—Last Thursday evening occured the death of Mrs. Price of N. East St. The deceased was only ill a week or so and her death was quite a shock to her friends. The body was taken to Rock Island where her relatives live ucco panied by Mr. Price and son, Harry—Miss Lillian Calhoun who was ill the early part of the week is much better.—Mrs. Delia Savage is much better.—Mrs. Wm. Caldwell is very ill at this writing.—Mrs. A. Stavenson is able to be up.—Mrs. M. Hasler who had the misfortune to sprain her ankle is much better.—Mrs. Wright of Stillwell St. is improving.—Mr. Bibbs has returned to New York City.—Mrs. Rowena Watson does not improve as well as friends would like for her to.—Sunday was rally day at Union Baptist church.—I. Witherspoon of E. Market St., who has been ill is some better.—When you have news please call 860L.—Elder Geo. Hoagland will fill the pulpit of the Christian church at Dobden Sunday. E. W. Wheeler of 118 S. 11 St. was called to Missouri this week to attend the funeral of a sister. Mr. Ben Rich. Mr. Ben Rich, our present Recorder is truly a deserving public officer. He has held and conducted the affairs of that important office so well thal no opposition is liable to come against him for renomination. The office is the key to our city'. possession and Mr. Rich always has the keys where they can be found. He will qe a candidrte for renomiatod before the primaries Aug 8. and let us uniqe on him for the place. He only asks his constituepts to refer to his record when ever a consideration is in mind as to his fitness, faithfulness and courtesies. Hon. Andrew Russel AMFHN CO. ST. LOUIS of Jacksonville, III. The Republican candidate for State Treasurer, who, it seems, may not have opposition in the Primaries, which attests his undaunted popularity. 15C A MONTH. Col. A. C. Matthews of Pittsfield [Picture of a man with a mustache and a dark coat]. For Lieutenant-Governor The above is the likeness of Col. Matthews, a Veteran of the Civil War. One among that host that marched over hill and vale, bearing the guns and cannons, fighting, yea, and dying for the perpetuity of the the republic. These men who stood as sentinels, guarding the future destiny of this nation cau not be too highly honored. The Forum asks of voters of this state to make the subject of this sketch Lieutenant-Governor for the good that he has done. Mrs. Sam Williams of Monmouth, Ill., has joined her husband here and their temporary abode is in apartments in the Ambidexter buildings. Remember on the 30 of this month at Arion Hall, the cantata King Saul, which promises to be the most classic presentation that we have had in the city for some time, even surpassing the Queen Esther of last year. Get your seats in advance. The Easter exercises of St. Paul's A. M. E. Sunday School will begin at 2 o'clock owing to the Knights sermon. Mrs. Harriet Jenkfns Dies in Pittsfield. Harriet Hamon was born in Virginia in 1821, and died at the home of her daughter in Pittsfield, March 25, 08. She was united in marriage with Isaac Jenkins during the civil war. She was the mother of thirteen children, two of whom survive her, Mrs Eliza Barbour of Pittsfield and Charles Jenkins of Chicago; a brother, Alfred Foreman of Chicago, one sister, Mrs. Malinda Smith of La Grange, Mo., and two grandsons to mourn their loss. Mrs. Jenkins united with the church when a girl and lived a consistent christian life and died in the triumph of faith. The funeral services were held at the A. M. E. church at Pittsfield on Tuesday, March 27, conducted by Rev. Giles of Quincy, and Rev. Sandy Osborne, the local pastor, after which the remains were laid to rest in the West Cemetery to await the final judgment day. I FOR RENT. 6 good living rooms, to families or individuals in Ambidexter Institute; 12th and Cass streets. Apply to Mrs. Dogan, on the premises, or to Dr. J. H. MaGee, 616 South Spring St. We have told you often to patronize the advertisers. We should have stated in our last issue that the 'Old Time' Methodist preacher was not arrested but it was a white Methodist preacher. Mr. Evans is the 'Old time' Methodist preacher, and quite a gentleman. J. L. Douglas, who has been to Boonville, Mo., to attend the funeral of his cousin, Isaac Douglas, who died at his home on S. Main St., Thursday, April 9th. He leaves a wife and two daughters to mourn their loss. The funeral services were held at St. Matthew's A. M. E. church of which he was a member. Rev. W. B. Brooks pastor conducting the services. 8th Regiment may not go to Indiana The U. S. Government having not, as yet, made any appropriation for the encampment of soldiers, it is a question whether the 8th regiment or any other regiments will mobilize at Indianapolis this year for camp manouvers, as reported in these columns not long since. The last call for the Grand Easter Ball, get in line for Tuesday Eve, April 21st. Services at the Colored Lutheran Church, 15 and Jefferson Sts. Easter Sunday, April 19. In the afternoon at 2 p.m. Divine service with the celebration of Holy Communion and baptism At 8 p.m. the Easter program will be rendered which will consist of Easter Anthems and solos by the choir, recitations by the Sunday School and the Easter oration by the pastor loci. One and all are invited and also requested to be present at these services. Rev Jas. H. Doswell, Pastor. Of course no one in the 4 h ward is expected to be caught drunk or drinking. Rev, E. M. J. Jones of Danville will preach at the New Hope church Sunday the 19, morning and evening. Everybody is invited to attend these services. Have Your Clothes Cleaned and Pressed —AT TAHE— Capital City Hanhatorium Monthly Terms Given. J. W. SLAUGHTER, Proprietor. Phones: Old 535, New 99 109 South Fourth Srteet and Local and Local SUNDAY AT THE CHURCHES. Every Sunday. St. Paul, 622 E. Mason St., Rev. T. Price, pastor. Union, 12th & Mason Sts., Rev. C. S. Manuel, pastor. Zion, 9th and Carpenter, Rev. Williams, pastor. Evangelical Lutheran Holy Trinity, 15th St., between Washington and Jefferson Sts., Rev. Jas. H. Doswell, pastor. Pleasant Grove, 18th and Cass, Rev. Bloodworth, pastor. St. John, 14th and Mason Sts., Rev. J. Bundy, pastor. New Hope, 8th and Miller, no regular pastor. Grace M. E., 14th and Brown Sts., no regular pastor. Sunday School at all the churches; the public invited to attend. Services at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. The MONARCH BUFFET The MONARCH BUFFET Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars— Everything First-class. We solicit the patronage of the people.—Will treat you right.—Value received Williams & Watts 11th Mason Sts. Mrs, Amanda Perkins, who has been visiting her daughter Mrs, Bettie Steadam of E. Stuart St. returned home this week, to Topeka Kan., after a very pleasant visit. Misses Julia Robinson and Alice Giles will leave next week for Hannibal to attend the wedding of Miss Robinson's cousin. Mr. Fred Long. They will also go to Paris, Mo., to visit her father and brother. Rev. R. E. Gillum, D. D., of St. Louis will be in this city Saturday and Sunday to hold the quarterly conference at the Grace M. E. church. We are glad to see our esteemed contemporary, The Quincy Advance, make its appearance again. May its days be long and its sailing unkroken down the tempestuous stream. Keep the banner waving to the breeze. Bro. Foster and do not give up the ghost every time a subscriber tells you. "I didn't order the paper," or "they aint nothin in the paper." [Name not visible] Eat Your Dinner at the Elk Cafe Best, Biggest, and Cheapest. Ice cream Soda at the Fountain. This advertisement, if presented at the fountain, will be good for one Sundae when you have first purchased a 10c dish of cream, or 2 sodas. Eat Your Dinner at the Elk Cafe Best, Biggest, and Cheapest. Ice cream Soda at the Fountain. No. 800 East Washington Street. Mrs. L. THOMPLON, MANAGER. Neal & Brown's Restaurant 728 E. Washington St. in new quarters. Now one of the best in city To our new quarters, we extend a special invitation to the public. No. 800 East Washington Street. MRS. L. THOMPLON, MANAGER. 728 E. Washington St. in new quarters. Now one of the best in city To our new quarters, we extend a special invitation to the public. To give the best meal; the best services and the best and most courteous attention to patrons. Regular Meals a specialty. Short orders served 21 meals by ticket, $3 00. Out of city trade solicited. We are prepared to serve for banquets and socials on request. NEAL & BROWN, Proprietresses. WANTED--A RIDER AGENT IN EACH TOWN and district to ride and exhibit making money fast. Write for full particulars and special offer at once. NO MONEY REQUIRED until you receive and approve of your bicycle. We ship to anyone, anywhere in the U. S. without a cent deposit in advance, prepay freight, and allow TEN DAYS' FREE TRIAL during which time you may ride the bicycle and put it to any test you wish. If you are then, not perfectly satisfied or do not wish to keep the bicycle ship it back to us at our expense and you will not be out one cent. FACTORY PRICES We furnish the highest grade bicycles it is possible to make to one small profit above actual factory cost. You save $10 to $25 middlemen's profits by buying direct of us and have the manufacturer's guarantee behind your bicycle. DO NOT BUY a bicycle or a pair of tires from anyone at any price until you receive our catalogues and learn our unheard of factory prices and remarkable special offers to rider agents. YOU WILL BE ASTONISHED when you receive our beautiful catalogue and study our superb models at the wonderfully low prices we can make you this year. We sell the highest grade bicycles for less money than any other factory. We are satisfied with $1.00 profit above factory cost. BICYCLE DEALERS, you can sell our bicycles under your own name plate at double our prices. Orders filled the day received. SECOND HAND BICYCLES, but usually have a number on hand taken in trade by our Chicago retail stores. These we clear out promptly at prices ranging from $3 to $8 or $10. Descriptive bargain lists mailed free. COASTER-BRAKES, single wheels, imported roller chains and pedals, parts, repairs and equipment of all kinds at half the usual retail prices. $8 50 HEDGETHORK • PUNCTURE-PROOF $4 80 SELF-HEALING TIRES A SAMPLE PAIR TO INTRODUCE, ONLY SECOND HAND BICYCLES. We do not regularly handle second hand bicycles, but usually have a number on hand taken in trade by our Chicago retail stores. These we clear out promptly at prices ranging from $3 to $8 or $10. Descriptive bargain lists mailed free. COASTER-BRAKES single wheels, imported roller chains and pedals, parts, repairs and sell youa sample pairir $1.80 (cashwithorder$1.55). NO MORE TROUBLE FROM PUNCTURES NAILS, Tacks or Glass will not let the air out. Sixty thousand pairs sold last year. Over two hundred thousand pairs now in use. 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. The regular price of these tires is $5.50 per pair, but for advertising purposes we are making a special factory price to avoid the $5.50 per pair. All orders shipped same day. 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. 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. 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. 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 trial order at once, hence this remarkable tire offer. the rider of only $4.50 per pair. You do not pay a cent until you have examined and found them strictly as represented. 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. 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. 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 trial order at once, hence this remarkable tire offer. IF YOU NEED TIRES don't buy any kind at any price until you send for a pair of the special introductory price quoted above; or write for our big Tire and Sundry Catalogue which describes and quotes all makes and kinds of tires at about half the usual prices. 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. J. L. MEAD CYCLE COMPANY, CHICAGO, ILL. 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. Cut me out and take me to Elk's Cafe EASTER GREETING This advertisement, if presented at the fountain, will be good for one Sundae when you have first purchased a 10c dish of cream, or 2 sodas. Easter Dinner, 25cts. Neal & Brown's Restaurant OUR MOTTO: To give the best meal; the bestservices and the best and most courteous attention to patrons. Regular Meals a specialty. Short orders served 2I meals by ticket. $3 00. Out of city trade solicited. We are prepared to serve for banquets and socials on request. NEAL & BROWN, Proprietresses. making money fast. Write for full particulars and special offer at once. NO MONEY REQUIRED until you receive and approve of your bicycle. We ship to anyone, anywhere in the U.S. without a cent deposit in advance, prepay freight, and allow TEN DAYS' FREE TRIAL during which time you may ride the bicycle and put it to any test you wish. If you are then, not perfectly satisfied or do not wish to keep the bicycle ship it back to us at our expense and you will not be out one cent. FACTORY PRICES We furnish the highest grade bicycles it is possible to make at one small profit above actual factory cost. You save $10 to $25 middlemen's profits by buying direct of us and have the manufacturer's guarantee behind your bicycle. DO NOT BUY a bicycle or a pair of tires from anyone at any price until you receive our catalogues and learn our unheard of factory prices and remarkable special offers to rider agents. YOU WILL BE ASTONISHED when you receive our beautiful catalogue and study our superb models at the wonderfully low prices we can make you this year. We sell the highest grade bicycles for less money than any other factory. We are satisfied with $1.00 profit above factory cost. BICYCLE DEALERS, you can sell our bicycles under your own name plate at our prices. Orders filled the day received. NEDGE THORN RECORD PUNCTURE TIRE DO PROOF PACKAG SELF HEALING U.A.A. ```markdown ``` Notice the thick rubber tread "A" and puncture strips "B" and "D," also rim strip "H" to prevent rim cutting. This tire will outlast any other make- SOFT, ELASTIC and EASY RIDING. 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. BOGERS & BARBOUR Proprietors One Year.....$1.50 One Month.....15c Per Copy.....5c OFFICE: 385 1-2 St. Sixth St. Phone Main 998 THE FORUM'S STAFF. B. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. Will H. arbour, Associate Editor and Secretary. Bentley Co-ordinator Thompson Bros., Branch Office. Bomana The Printer 1051 So. 8th St. EDITORIAL Saturday, April, 18 1908. Only one Negro holding a position in the city department is a paid up subscriber to any of the Negro papers that helped bring victory to the g. o. p, and yet these fellows expect the support of the press so that they can hold their jobs; when they lose their position they come running to the editor to say something good about them. What do you job holders think the editor keeps his family on? And how do you think we pay the printers for setting up those flowery articles about you? You are no better than the white man, he PAYS.— Advance Citizen. There are many of them in the state and county employ who are also guilty. What they are thinking about by so negligent or mean acts, we are at a loss to even imagine. While have not looked over the situation to see if the above is correct in the entirety, we are sure its too nearly correct to be objected to. As we have said often, it is hard to get colored people to even patronize the advertisers. If you would be remembered after life's fitful fever is o'er, after you have been laid to rest and all that is mortal of you has turned back to clay in your windowless abode—the grave, write your name in kindness, in love, in gracious deeds upon the hearts of those with whom you come in contact as you pass through life; do this, and you will not be forgetten. "To live in hearts we leave behind." says Campbell, "is not to die." Therefore if we wish to be remembered when dead, let us insure against oblivion by good and beautiful lives well lived.—National Baptist Union. "My country'tis of thee sweet land of liberty," are the opening words of one of America's great national hymns, and one which awakens in some degree more or less a patriotic response in every native born and true American breast. The words of that inspiring song do not now mean to us all that they do to men of other races, but we, as a people, and under the guidance of the God of justice, are going to stay here and grapple with the problems of opposition that are now curtailing our manhood rights as men, intelligent, law abiding ```markdown ``` THE FORUM thinking men, we are going to solve them. On every battlefield of this country where heroes have fought, bled and died that their children might be the recipients of the untrammeled blessings of the Christian civilization our fathers were there, the bravest of the brave, and paid the price, for their children, in deeds of surpassing valor, that the heritage of liberty might be the common heritage alike to all. N. B. Union. Equal Accomodations. President Roosevelt has done a commendable thing in sending a letter to the Department of Justice concerning the order of the Interstate Commission under date of June 27, 1907 directing that the railroads in question furnish equal accommodations for white and colored passengers. President Roosevelt's letter is as follows: "WASHINGTON, Apr. 8.—President Roosevelt today made public his letter of April 2 to the attorney-general, directing proceedings by injunction to compel certain railroads of the South to furnish equal accommodations to white and Negro passengers, The text of the President's letter is as follows: I forward herewith report of the Interstate Commerce Commission containing its orders of June 27.1907 and the report of the failure of the railroad company to obey this order under date of March 26, 1908, to gether with a letter of the commission of April 1, 1907. It appears that the Nashville, Chatanooga and St. Louis Railway Company has not complied with the order of the commission to furnish the same facilities to colored passengers paying first class fare that are furnished to white passengers paying first class fare. From time to time various complaints have been made to me by reputable colored people to the effect that the accommodations furnished to colored persons on certain railways are filthy and inadequate compared to the same accommodations furnished to white passengers paying the same fare. The commission has taken what is unquestionably the right of grounds; That where separate accommodations are provided for white and colored passengers the accommodations for colored passengers shall be as good as those furnished to white passengers for the same money. In other words, while there is nothing in the law which forbids separate accommodations these accommodations must be equal. This principle of equality of accommodations is set out explicitly in various State laws. For instance, the code of the State of Alabama provides that there shall be 'equal, but separate accommodations for the white and colored races by providing two or more passenger cars for each passenger train, or by dividing the passenger cars bp partitions.' The action of the commission has simply been to insist that the accommodations be equal in convenience and comfort, for the same money, wherever the separation is made. In this particular case where the railway has neglected to comply with the order of the commission it is important that compliance with this order be immediately obtained. I suggest that you proceed to enforce the order by injunction proceedings unless in your judgment some other course is preferable. Signed, THEODORE ROOSENELT Pay up please. If you're in doubt let us lead trump to you? The is always the proper hatnever alike two seasons together--except in price ---$3.00. 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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. Political integrity is the road but thieves reap what is sown. [Name not visible] No man in the state is contributing more to the livliness of the present campaign than is Fred E. Sterling of Rockford, who is seeking the Republican nomination for secretary of state. Fred is editor of the Rockford Register-Gazette, one of the leading Republican newspapers in Illinois, and he has been fighting the party's battles editorially, in season and out, for many years. He is a native of Illinois, having been born in Dixon. Lee county, June 29, 1869. For a dozen or more years he has been secretary and chairman, respectively, of the Winnebago county Republican central committee. Mr. Sterling's candidacy appeals to Republicans in all parts of the state from the fact that he comes from Winnebago, one of the largest Republican counties in Illinois, which has never had a nominee on the Republican state ticket. The indications, some people claim, are that northern and central Illinois where the Republican vote is cast, will line up al most solidly for Fred Sterling and he will also get go'd support in southern Illinois. He is conducting a personal campaign of Illinois and makes friends wherever he goes, for he is a good mixer. Some of the best news papers in every section of the state are giving him their cordial support. CHICAGO & ALTON RY. TIME TABLE Northbound. Arrive. Depart. *Alton Limited ... 11:52 am 11:53 am *Puhrie State Express ... 2:45 pm 2:45 pm *Bloomington Accom ... Starts 5:00 pm *Capital City Flyer ... 8:35 pm Stops *Palace Express ... 12:20 am 12:20 am *Midnight Special ... 2:43 am 2:43 am *Atlantic Express-Chi ... Starts 7:00 am *St. Louis Accom ... 11:35 am 11:35 am *Spfd-Eldred Accom ... 10:35 am Stops *Sunday Special ... 10:45 pm Stops Southbound. Arrive. *St. Louis Express ... 3:25 am 3:25 am *Midnight Special ... 5:05 am 5:05 am *Capital City Flyer ... Starts 9:15 am *Bloomington Accom ... 9:00 am Stops *Spfd-St. Louis Accom ... Starts 6:30 am 2:35 pm *Puhrie State Express ... 2:35 pm 2:35 pm *Alton Limited ... 4:16 pm 4:16 pm *Chicago Accom ... 8:40 pm Stops *Spfd-Eldred Accom ... Starts 5:00 pm *Sunday Special ... Starts 7:15 pm Peoria Division. Arrive. Depart. *Peoria accom ... 9:10 am Stops *Peoria Express ... 4:00 am Stops *Peoria Accom ... Starts 3:10 am *Peoria Express ... Starts 6:45 am *Sunday Special ... Starts 6:30 pm *Sunday Special ... 9:00 pm Stops C. & A. INTERURBAN SERVICE. Springfield-Lincoln Interurbans leave Springfield at 9:40 a. m., 12 p. m., daily. Springfield-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. THE FORUM Roy R. Reece M. Mayor of Springfield Who can and may be re elected next year should he desire, provided he enforce the state and city laws, and who, we believe, will enforce them. Mr. Reece, sometime ago prohibited pianos and women in saloons, last Saturday night he closed them at midnight. The next thing in his power is the Sunday closing. DON'T FORGET I am now doing a general Real Estate AND Loan Business Property in all parts of the City offered for the very Lowest Prices and best TERMS Loans made on Property or Anything of Value. Strictly Confidential Ladies Business solicited A. Morris Williams, Williams' Bldg. 11th & Washington Dr. S. A. WARE, PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS. OFFICE:—6271/2 East Adams street. HOURS: 10 a. m. to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. 7 p. m. to 9. Calls promptly made. THE FO READ THE FORUM PUBLISHED WEEKLY Largest Colored Circulation in the County. Price: per annum. $1.50; three months, in advance, 40 cents; per month. 15 cents. Office: 305 1-2 South Sixth Street. TELEPHONE MAIN 998, INTER-STATE 1092. WRITE ALL MATTER TO THE FORUM. E. L. ROGERS, Manager. PHONES: Office 2322 Res. 1763R2 A Morris Williams [Image of a man in a suit with a bow tie]. Attorney at Law. In many of our issues, we have presented the likeness of Mr. Williams as the leader in colored real estate here. He has done a remarkable work along that line, not only for himself, but in the way of teaching others the way. or 'breaking the ice.' He has done a good real estate business, and, as you have been told before, was the cause of the speedy erection of the colored Masonic Temple, the Williams' building and several good residence buildings. It is also a notable fact that he is the first to open a law office, making his way to the legal forum by hard and constant work. This young man deserves double credit, for he inaugurates all the progressive moves that has caused our industrial system to make such a phenomenal improvement. He is now doing an excellent legal practice, and his success in this, as in other pursuits, is assured. As a lawyer, he is shrewd and always confident of winning whatever case he gets and never thinks a case is too intricate. Dr.C.H.JONES, Contractor -- Builder Real Estate Rentals and Manager Peerless Ideal Portrait Co Business Letters, Deeds. Wills and Mortgages drawn. All business confidential. Office: 116 South Seventh Street. BELL PHONES: Res. 2595 r 3 TIME CARD WHOLE TRAGTION SYSTEM ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM. East. Bound for Decatur, Clinton and all intermediate points. *5:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:00 a.m. †12:00 noon. †6:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. †8:00 a.m. †2:00 p.m. *8:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. *9:00 p.m. †10:00 a.m. †4:00 p.m. *11:00 p.m. Springfield & Northeastern Traction Co. Northbound. Southbound. 5:00 am 3:30 pm 5:00 am 3:30 pm 6:30 am 5:00 pm 6:30 am 5:00 pm 8:00 am 6:30 pm 8:00 am 6:30 pm 10:00 am 8:00 pm 10:00 am 8:00 pm 12:00 noon 11:00 pm 12:00 noon 11:00 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm TRACTION CO. Cars leave Springfield for Lincoln: †5, 7, 9 and 11 a. m.; 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 p. m. Southbound, for Carlinville, Gillespie, Staunton, Litchfield, Edwardsville, St. Louis, and all intermediate points: *5:00 am *10:00 am 3:00 pm 7:00 pm $8:00 am 1:00 pm *6:00 pm *8:30 pm 7:00 am $12:00 noon 5:00 pm 10:00 pm *6:00 am 11:00 am $4:00 pm +11:30 pm, local, and sleeper *Daily except Sunday. $Limited cars, stopping at towns only. $Limited cars, making all stops. $Corp Belt Limited for St. Louis. $Capital City Limited. **Local through car making all stops. NO DUST DIRT SMOKE CINDERS Read TO-MORROW MAGAZIN A medium of new thought—Learn fundamental thinking, logical deductions and science. A high class magazine of transcendent ideas for literature and further instruction and information. Write WALTER H. SERCOMBE, Sociologist Instructor, 139-141 E. 56 St., Chicago, Ill. Forum's Decatur, Ill. Branch Office. H. A. Watkins Agent, Haworth Building. H. A. Watkins Agent, Haworth Building. READERS OF THE FORUM. We want to make it a credit to Decatur. We will do it. Telephone or bring all business to Harvey Watkins, Advertising Solicitor. Papers can be found here for sale at all times—sample copies free. Other colored literature on hand. 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS Copyrights Co. Anyone sending a sketch and description no. quickly ascertain our opinion free whether an invention is probably patentable. Communications strictly confidential. Handbook on Patents sent free. Offest money for scouring 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. Terns, $3 a year; four months, $1. Sold by all newadcaler. MUNN & Co. 361 Broadway, New York Branch Office, C25 F St., Washington, D.C. Every club woman should get The Freeman and reed the Woman's Department. Some Prominent Colored Men Mr. Harmon, residing at 1614 8. 17th St..has one of the mast beautiful residences in that sec. tion of the city. It isa modern house, and a credit to anyone to own such a house. Mr, Harmon also has other property, and his energetic wife conducts a small store in the same block, We hope they will get our peoples sup port and build up a real live bus- iness. Mr. Harmon is a brick maron, plasterer and coal miner and his possessions should be an incentive to other young men to elevate themselves, and sirive to become desirable citizens of some consequence in the communities wherein they reside. Solomon White. Mr, White is another creditable man in our city’ A pious Christian, ever striving to higher things. He ow&s some good property over the city, and stands well in the city among all the pecpie H+ is adevout member of St, Pau A, M. E, church, a mason and a prominent republican of the Ist Ward, whom the colored people have been anxious to get to run for Alderman, but Mr White is somewhat reluctant in dabbling in politics, as politics has been so defiled, that he who enters is. likely also to become somewhat svained by its indelible spleen, The Freedman’s Bank. The announcement that the Senate has passed a bill for the distribution of the Freedman’s Biot and Trust Company fund which amounts to upwards of $1,000 000. will b2 weie»me news to thousands of Negroes through out the South, who iost thsir ali in that ill fated enterprise. , This hage sum of m mney, Which prop. erly belongs to the depositors aad the descendants of deposit. ers has been tied up in the Uni. ted States Treasury fora uumber of years and heretofore all ef forts to have it distributed am ong those who could show proofs Vhat they were depositers in the Freedman’s Bank at the time it failed have proved abortive. Now that the bill has passed the Sen sx? Lodging Bost services and accommoda tions—all necessary conveniences —good water—good location— the place to Stop when in our city. Mrs. McKinney 1006 Sherman St. LINCOLN, - - ILLINOIS re Call at Thompson’s, 815 Bast Wash ingtuu st. for colored papers LAND SALE, 1 20-acre farm with good timber suitable for farming. $50 per acre farm at Illiopolis. Apply to or write We can secure any one houses for rent or sale also, in Springfield or out. BT. ROGERS. THE FORUM SS ate it will go tothe House of} Let) Representatives where, itis to be | the call hoped, it will receive similarly}in lang favorable action, — Nashvillejand m Globe. means | What manner of man is this|‘ion, e Roosevelt? That shooting up of |S°uth, Brownsville has stirred the na. camene P ed in th tion. Miss Blanche Hoagland ese | —. OY dm Poe eh Pe = Ae ee ae ee a [ —- - Re of Bloomtngton, Ill. Our agent and correspondent who has done a good work, and whose punctuality and accuracy make her a very promising young lady in the affairs of life. Repaint your house: Do not depreciate the value of property, just bacause it does not belong to you, Such is the cause many people will not rent to colored people. We have urged you many a time aud earnestly to call at this office or 815 4. Washington St., and get all manner of colored pa. pers, and magazines, and white, Ray Stannard Biker contributes to the American Magazine, we informed you that’ Tne maga zine could also be delivered to you by us atthe same price as you piyat the book store, yet you fail to heed. What manner ‘of people are you? sauapem senate cai ii ie st emma a a a G.EDW. BAUMANN # a > CHAS. T, BAUMANN Baumann Bros.... Prescription Druggists. (Deutsche Apotheke) Norner 7th and Washington Sts Both Phones 654 Your, Patronage solicited. $1.50 io Bast Sb. Louis every Sat urday and Sunday ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM You may give news matter or mo- ney you have for the Forum to Miss Daisy Donaldson; also all kinds of typewriting; orders or colored papers. Magazines, treating on the mu- lattos of the colored race and the cause, at Thompson's and this of tice. Let Mr. Taft come forward, at the call of his name, and explain in language not so ambiguous, and more academic, what he means by his oft repeated asser- tion, especially when in_ the south, that che ‘‘fearof Negro domination is no longer entertain- ed in that section,” ———$—$____. Yates vs. Deneen is the cry. HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO BUY A HOUSE LOT IN BOSTON. For $10 cash. The lots are situated in the best residential section of the suburbs of Boston. Best electric apd railroad service. Nothing like it are offered to investors. In a short time these lots will be selling for 20 times as much as you pay for it today. Only a few lots selling for $10. Full infor- mation by E. L. Rogers, Agent. —_——— The Dunbar News Company Is the place where all colored pa- pers and magazines can _ be had, Call at 815, 813 EK. Wash. or 3064 80 6 I purpose, step by step, create a regular news store; handling all colored literature, books ete, al. so the big Sunday dailies. And leading white magazines. Telephone 998, EK. L. Rogers, Mgr. Divine Services at the Evangelical Lutheran Holy Trinity Church. On Fifteenth between Washington and Jefferson streets. Bible Reading, 11 to 12 a, m. Preaching at 8 p. m. 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, Rev. Jas. H. Doswell, Pastor. De Witt Couny, Illinois—Waynesville, One fine piece of residence property. Modern house in good condition $450.00. Easy terms, One hundred and forty-five acres rich farm land in fine state of cultiva- tion, one mile from Waynesville, no house, $150.00 per acre, easy terms. One hundred and sixty acres 3% miles from Waynesville, improved, twenty acres in pasture, at $115.00 per acre. Rents for $900.00 per annum. Terms easy. Cc. H. JONES, 116 S. 7th St., Springfield, Il. JAS. SMITH (SALOONIST, ) 8th and Washington __, Btrests Invites the public to make this place their headquarters @ @ Choice Wines and liq. uors. Svandard brands of domestic cigars. The Public Invited. A. C. CoRNELL 10c Meals They Can’t be Beat 111 South 7th St. Subscribe for the Forum. FOR SALE, Many Foot Troubles May be relieved and corrected by wearing my Special Shoe properly con- structed to give support to the weaken- ed part and eventually restore same to its normal condition. It matters not whether flat, deformed or tender feet— broken down arches—or lame—my system of Plaster Paris Lasts, the exact duplicate of your own feet rec- tify these misfortunes and permit walking as others do. Physicians and surgeons are invited to inspect my system of shoe building. Illustrated Booklet for 4c to Pay bs Postage. MARTIN LARSON Expert Shoe Specialist, 54 Fifth Avenue, near Randolph St., Chieago, Il. Notice This paper is represented by ‘the Busher Advertising Co, Public Stenogra- _phy. Done at This Office. ee Short-hand. typewri- ting and amanuensis work. Business let- ters, accounts itemiz- ed, Essays, speeches or Sermons. written on machine, Sive usa Trial. The FORUM, 305 8.6 MISS DAISY DONALDSON, Stenographer, Old ’Phone, 998. Springfleld Illinois The New Skat- ing Rink. Mccaw & BRowWDER, PRoPS.- | Open every afternoon and night. Good Order Will Be Had. No Profanity nor Boisterousness Al 7 lowed. The Public Invited. 15th & Washington Streets, POLITICAL ANNOUNCE MENTS. FOR CORONER, I hereby announce myself a candi- date for coroner of Sangamon County, subject to the decision of the Repub- lican primaries, Aug. 8th, ’08. JOHN C. CANFIELD, —_—— “THE FLAMING SWORD.” An ably edited religious magazine, which deals with future existence of man, and the coming of Christ, and contains also, the strongest and best information on Christian origin ever before advanced, secial and po- litical questions of the day — it is a fine authority on the most perplex- ing subjects of the day. Price: 1 year $1.00; 10¢ a copy. White “The Flam- ing Sword Co., Estero, Lee County, Fla. St, Augustine’s Mission, 1430 South Grand Ave., Hast. Ser- vices every Sunday, Sunday School, 4 p. m,; Divine services, 7:45 p. m. All are invited. Conducted by Rey. GARDEN SEEDS Pure and Fresh; Easter Flowers of All Kinds A. C. BROWN's Seed and Flower Store, 217 South Sixth Sræt. THE FORUM Clothes Make The Man Sometimes. They Will Make You "always" if construc ted by ourexpert tailors. This is just a "hint" for wise men to follow--just a cordial invitation for you to come and see our new Spring line of over 400 all wool and all worsted novelties. A saving for your pocket-book and gratification of your own individual demands, is ours to offer and yours to possess. Don't forget our name and address; it's worth money. LOUIS N. REISZ, 427 East Jefferson Street, Springfield III. The Cheapest and the Best. The More You Want to Eat. Hartman's Bread Made in Springfield HARTMAN BROS. The Old Reliable Bakers. 900.902 East Washington Street. Both 'Phones 527 A. B. In the presentation of the subject of this sketch we reproduce the words of Hon. B. F. Rose, county judge, at Williamsburg, Kentucky, who was introducing him to a Kentucky audience, October 6, 1896— "A true friend, a relentless enemy, a tireless campaigner, a forceful speaker, a black republican in whom the black is only skin deep, I present to you this horny handed coal miner, Charles S. Gibbs." Mr. Gibbs was born of ex-slaye parents in Doughterysville, Hawkins County, Tennessee. At the age of four years he was given to a white family with whom he lived until he was nine years of age. His mother being the first colored school teacher in that part of the state, young Gibbs was early imbued with a thirst for knowledge and after finishing the course in the common schools, entered Morris Brown Institute for a term of three years, working in the coal mines during vacation periods. He then entered Morristown Normal and Industrial college and pursued his studies forging himself ahead until failing eyesight forced him to leave college. He entered the mines again and at once took a prominent part in the councils of the Miners' Union, and held many responsible positions therein. From boyhood. Charles was ambitious, energetic and self-willed, and after reaching this age he sought a field with better opportunities for advancement and usefulness. Accordingly in 1893, he went to Kentucky and in a short time was appointed treasurer of school funds of District C, Whitley county, and the present high standing of the schools of that district show the results of his labor. His ability and usefulness was soon recognized in other avenues and he was in great demand by the republicans of the state in their hot test political battles. He stumped the 2d Congressional District for Hon. H. R. Gibson for Congress in the memorable Gibson-Hook campaign and toured the entire state for Hon. W. Q. Bradley when he ran for governor of Kentucky. Still seeking larger fields and better opportunities, or "more worlds to conquer," as it were, he migrated to Illinois and to Springfield in 1902. Being a keen student of the possibilities of his race and with that foresight acquired by constant study and action, he quickly discovered that this was the field for a colored lawyer. With that indomitable courage that he is known to possess, he began the study of law under the instruction of the Hon. H. Clay Wilson. He passed the examination at Ottawa, Feb. 25 and 26, '08, and was admitted to the bar. He is now a full fledged attorney-at-law, and all who know him predict for him a brilliant future. His ability as a campaigner and orator was readily recognized by the leaders of the republican party in this locality, and he has rendered invaluable service to the party and its candidates in every campaign during his residence here. He is an unqualifying republican, a man of honesty and integrity, endowed with every qualification to receive the utmost respect and encouragement of the colored citizens of Springfield and destined to make his mark as a leader of his race. In recognition of his worth to the republican party, Governor Charles S. Deneen, appointed him to a position in the State Game Warden's office which he now holds. On Dec. 21, 1898, Mr. Gibbs was joined in marriage to Miss Emmu R. Osment, a most estimable young lady of Knoxville, Tenn. During their residence here, she like her husband has made her stay useful. A devoted church worker and a member of several ladies' organizations, she will prove a valuable helpmate to her husband in his chosen profession. They reside on N. 14th street, New telephone No. 428. Capitol City Lodge, No. 12, K. of R. meets every second and fourth Monday night of each month in Masonite hall on North Eighth street. Special meetings made knowl. by K. of R. & S.. I hereby announce myself a candidate for nomination for the office of state's attorney, subject to the decision of the Democratic voters of Sangamon County. THOMAS L. JARRETT. TWO YEARS FOR $1.25 TWO YEARS FOR $1.25 A complete history of TWO history-making years. Every detail of the National Campaign of 1908. The inauguration of President Roosevelt's successor. The settlement of the Financial question. 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The return proceedings of ALL THE Issue RAT each Tuesday Pre-eminent the principles TH Resta tion First 809 E. unce YOU DEN 00 $125.00 --- THE ANNE THE ANNEX BUFFET THE ANNEX BUFFET Restaurant in rear- tions reasonable--T First class Salo- Fine Wills Liquors, and Domestic Cigars, famous SCHLITZ BR Springfield famuos New Telep EDWARD WHITE BIG FREE LUNCH EVEN 809 E. Washington Street, Restaurant in rear--Hotel Accommodations reasonable--Try our 20c eals EDWARD WHITE, Jr. PROPRIETOR. BIG FREE LUNCH EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT. 809 E. Washington Street, Springfield, Illinois No Color Line in Civil Service. President Roosevelt Investigates Alleged Racial Discrimination on Part of Commission. At the special request of President Roosevelt, the United States Civil Service Commission, under date of March 20. has sent the President a report bearing upon the complaint that, under the regulations of the Civil Service Commission, marks or discriminations of some kind are placed upon the examination papers of colored applicants so as to identity them from other persons who may take the civil service examinations. The Commission reports that "In no instance is any notation made on examination papers to indicate the color of the person examined. In all examinations the examiner is required only to verify the statements made by THIS IS A TRADE MARK YOU CAN LOOK FOR THE DENTISTS. TALK FOR WHILE ABOUT THE PLACE THAT is THIS IS A TRADE MARK by WHICH YOU CAN LOOK FOR THE WHITE DENTISTS. TALK FOR A WHILE ABOUT THE PLACE THAT is WAKING up THE TOWN. WHITE DENTISTS 224½ LOWEST PRICES OUT SIXTH STREET SPRINGFIELD PHONE 2461 BY DO. NG THE HIGHEST GRADE OF DENTAL WORK. AT PRICES THAT RANGE FROM HALF TO TWO-THIRDS THE USUAL CHARGE. Just Watch us for 1908. That's all today. (Hctel in Connection.) Fine Wines Liquors—Choicest Imported and Domestic Cigars. I am handling the famous SCHLITZ BEER, that is making Springfield famuos the competitor on the personal question sheet, giving facts concerning age, height, weight and color of eyes and hair, which are called for for the purpose of identification and to initial the starements." President Roosevelt's action in this matter is in line with his oft repeated statements that he shall be recognized in the various departments of the Government without regard to their race, color or creed. IMPERIAL BARBER SHOP. 821 East Washington St. Best Attention Given all Customer Will make this the most desired and sought after shop in the city Will be Kept in First-Class Style All First-Class Artists Your Trade Solicited J. W. Grady S. P. Webster Proprietors E. H. Mitchell, Chiropodist. THE FORUM A LAS eae IN: 2 SO RR SI ee O° OE a | (ge » 9 : es hig Y Ne Z8 fos) Mh Us YI e e re Pe Decide to Quit SUS AGS: A ed Was GAR AP SRY ay NS a aA < ‘ é THU, iis ARN ie h..- The Furnishing Goods Business Ue PN After many rounds of desperate fighting for success against great ee ; ” : 3 odds, ‘‘Panic,” the most feared of all fighters, delivers a sleep . producer and Carlock is now counted out. SS THE FIGHT BY ROUNDS: e Bog aS 4 ee 2 MRAM RU 77 eT mE LT eeemnpemae ees Tee eee ese | Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round4 | Rounn 5 May 15, 1907 Oct. 1. 1907 Nov. 15, 1907 Jan. 15, 1908 | April 5, 1908 Carlock enters the ring Carlock forces the fignt- Round is a red hot one. Round opens with Car- | Garlock Knocked Out strong and confident | ing. Gives opponents some || Carlock is floored by one lock on the defensive. \| Round opens with both - | awful jolts with his high}| of Panic's” favorite |p, » forces fighting || fighters tired but deter- ! Mach Aparring fot the quality and low prices.|| uppercuts, and stays oute oe ara | mined. ‘*Panic” received opening. Public watches Crowd standsup and yells.|| down for the count of and Carlock looks tired 1netee oabeneacus from sup a lls. ae aaa kk Hite enced 3 eagerly for a mixup, | Bveryone admires the fast | nine, Panic shows up || 294 groggy. Some terrific | wis arecnds, Epos: Op: Crowd applauds when || fighting put up by/|| strong in a fierce mixup fighting follows and Car- \| Carlock takes a terriffic fighters warm up. Round Pela la: Fash- | and Carlock shows signs |} lock tries to wear down || SWing Pp apie aun allpe ; 3 ieee fon Shop.” In the mix- | of distress. Panic hits || his opponent. Carloek | money The crowd holds ends with Carlock playing || up Carlock knocks ‘*Faile| | || its breath and looks for for vital points and his | ure’ down with a hard|| !°W and is warned by || gets in some good punch- | the finish. Carlock slow- a right to jaw and gong|| public. Only bulldog || es near Holiday time, but || ly gains bis feet anh Pan- chances good for placing |eeveenin opponent from a|| pluck saves Carlock as || loses his advantage. Round Ske de nein omoned an early knockout, | knockout. gong sounds. closes with honors even. | out. SEE > 66 99 Cie gh a | Carlockh’s ‘“‘Shop for Men Loita an cany KnNOCKOUL, | KUOCKOUL. I gong sounds. I closes with honors even. I} out. | a a ee ee 1 - » cmsccas ay p TI Carlock’s “Shop for Men” Ki Ea} yee ee oe 4 oy 4 ay Has decided to quit and the entire stock of new goods and furnishing I , a (sine LAER LAW RESP \=-7 Go0ds fixtures are for sale. We expect to continue Juhe Ist. with the largest -b se ey F/ 4 lines of woolens in Central Illinois, and s beautiful line of 22.00 and $3,00 Hats. vA \ ahs w Ly ‘ If you need goods, and we're sure you do, now is your opportunity. | Nothing Pa lg a Rey a sae | has been in this shop longer than eight weeks. The newest things for Easter } \ ong ge oa y 3 oH have just arrived, Everything will be sold at cost and below. “LO i 7 ie >) Here are a few Prices-- Ke |S Bea A \ ogee : g =X A a ig (4 , Comein Monday “ Hei f ot A $2 Safety Razor With Every $5 Purchase Any 81,75 or $2.00 Shirt in store............$1.15 Fe ea a d Any Hat in store diecast etree aia Oe OS Any $1.50 Shirt in store.............0.cee0e 00 95E ean \ / Any Vest in store ..... cssesssssseseeeeeets.$2,68 || Any $1.00, 81,50 or $2.00 Neckwear. ..........65¢ | $ Me FS cn Any $2.50 or $3.00 Shirt in store............$1.45 Any Tic Neckwear in store.......+.. .e.-+0.... 236 Meee 3 pret Re Fe ess fe ss B i“ All Underwear Marked Down! All Woolens Reduced! 1 eee Everything Must Go Quick ! Remeber, our stock is the finest ever brought to Springfield. If you can’t appre- ciate fine goods, don’t come to this sale, We know our goods are new. We know they are of the highest quality and style and we will give the goods free to anyone who will show where we misrepresent a single article. Get Here Early Se ne | CARLOCK’S | 35" Sixth Men a RR A A A FOR SALE: My equity in the three best lots in Booker T. Washington at Louisville Kentucky. June 18th on the occasion of the commencement exercises at the Eckstein Norton Institute. at the above named city Booker T. Washington is to deliver the address of the occasion, which promises to be a memorable one. Great preparation is already making and people are securing seats two months ahead. Verily, he is a man of the age. T. V. McCalister of Jackson, Miss. has been reappointed by President Roosevelt, Receiver of Public Moneys at the federal post, a fat job formerly held by the late Hon. Jas. Hill and Hon. I. T. Montgomery, but subsequently held by a white man. Mississippi, take notice, is a strong anti.Taft state. "It may be a mystery, but the sun does move" The question is: Shall the Chicago convention be anti, Taft? Vote Yes. In Uganda, Africa, a common laborer is getting good wages at $100 per month, and no one has been known to cry, "strike." We ought to be satisfied with $150 and $2.50 per day. some are born to trouble, some hunt for trouble, and some marry into the Gould family. Steamship companies seem to be bringing in immigrants faster than the country can assimilate them.— Chicago Tribune. S. W. Starks Dead. Supreme Chancellor, S. W. Starks, of W. Va., head of the K. of P. Lodge of the Wood (col. Dept) is head. This sad intelligence will be received by all Pythians the nation over with regret and extreme sorrow He was highly educated and a man of secret order fame, and respected pythian, commanding the respect, obedience of the entire subordination It appears that a goodly num ber of colored papers are "fall in line" for Taft not because they want him, but because they fear he will get the nomination despite their opposition. We do not believe in such ziz zag politics. We never started out as a favorite of Taft's and will only accept Taft as the last alternative. Taft is no dangerous man, but we stick to Hughes or some other man until they are defeated, if defeated they be. We do not as yet believe Mr. Taft will get the nomination, but, so far as The Forum is concerned, it will support the nominee of the party if the nominee is no worse a man than Taft. We believe there are better men than Taft, but that does not imply that Taft is not fit. Most colored politicians err by aiming to go along with the current, down stream, easy sailing. Stick by your man until he says well done. Old. Old. OLD. Oh how sad that word to him whose by gone days are bountiful with evil and minus everything worthy to recall; sad, THE FORUM yes, indeed, is old to that man whose children are thugs, thieves drunkards and jail-birds, because he, their sire, lived a shameful life, sowed wild oats—they are but his harvest—him, only reaping the fruit which he, in beautiful youth had sown—contrasted. Blessed is old to him whose life past has been glorious, to him who taught high ideals and guided all the foot steps of his off spring, beautiful old age. What mighty deeds thou hast done. Behold the off spring's station in life—some holding positions of trust, some preaching Christ, some doing honorable business—all a blessed heritage. This too is a harvest, reaped, however, only that was sown. "Whatsoever a man soweth that shall he also reap." Negro Business League. There is no question but that this very essential organization should be revived in this city. There are in the neighborhood of 50 or 60 Negroes in business in this city and yet we have not any fountain head, or in other words organization where our forces could be centralized or concentrated for mutual benefit. Mr. Editor some time ago through the columns of your paper we made an effort to awaken energy among our business men but failed. The editor of the Advance Citizen several times since that has referred to the advantages that would accrue from such an organization working jointly with our National organization under the splendid leadership of the greatest of all great Negroes the indomitable Booker T. Washington. There is great strength in cooperation. We could aid very materially one another and also cooperate with the white Men's Business Association and Chamber of commerce in bettering and raising the standard of our beautiful city in every respect. Let us organize. It is this unity of strength that has made these United States of America the undisputed mistress of land and sea and the greatest commercial nation in the world. Unity is the watch word of the twentieth century, Lawyers, doctors, farmeas, editors and all men and women en. engaged in any legitimate business are entitled to membership. Mr. editor suggest a meeting place through the columns of your paper next week. Let us get busy. Often and emphatic have we urged you to patronize the merchants and businesses who advertise thropgh colored papers, showing their appreciation on the one hand for colored enterprizes, recognizing the colored man in this art; on the other hand, inviting you to come, and assuring you that you are welcome. As a general rule, a place of business that refuses to advertise in a colored paper says, indirectly, that it does not want you You will never see Huskey's restaurant, Loper's, Seibert's Saloon and many other places in a colored paper. They do not want you. The dry goods and big stores and Furnishers shoe stores whose "Ad" you never see, stay out of them. Help the people who apreciate your trade, and will not grin in your face, take your money and then say ugly things about you behind your back. Do likewise in politics. Retaliation is inevitable some times to guar. antee justice and liberty. Everyone that have not received a program for the Grand Easter Ball will procure them at the door. "Oh, Douglas! Thou hast passed beyond the shore, But still thy voice is ringing o'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. See Him Go and see the Wonderful Clairvoyant and mind reader, and Fortune Teller; is able to tell you anything you want to know. Gives you good luck in any respect, takes off spells caused by any evil influence which has been caused by witchery or hoodoo. Call on W. M. Martin, at once, 170 East 53d street. --- E. L. Rogers, Editor-in-Chief and Business Mgr. Will H. Barbour, Asst. Editor. W. L. EDWARDS, Political writer. MISS DAISY DONALDSON, Proof Reader and Stenographer. Office Clerk, Bookkeeper Mrs. E. L. White, Contributo. H. A. Donegon, Lincoln. MISS BLANCHE HOAGLAND, Bloomington Agent and Correspondent. Address matter for the paper to The Forum, 305½ So. Sixth St. Matters of business or information to E. L. Rogers, Mgr. CONSOLIDATED STREET CAR Springfield's Attractions and How to 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. Parks and Pleasure Resorts. 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 at Fifth and Monroe. PRICES FOR POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS. State and National offices.....$10.00 County offices ..... 5.00 Mayor of Springfield ..... 5.00 Regular write-ups, 10 cents per line. Ten-line notice one time, with Don't wait to hear what the public thinks before you express your opinion. Say what you think if you believe you are right. Chicago, Ill. The Forum's Staff. ROUTE. Points of Interest Reach Them. Parties will please enter into no business transactions for this paper with anyone save authorized agents Furnished Rooms Board by day or week The Patronage of the public Solicited. Good accommodations; courteous Treatment. Give me a trial. Tel. New, 1457. Mrs. J. E. Smith 416 E. Madison St. Octavius V. Royall, A. Morris Williams, Royall & Williams LAWYERS Wiliams' B'ld'g. Old 'Phone, 2322. 11th and Washington streets, Springfield; Illinois. The Clubs, Social and Otherwise. Ladies' Sunlight Social, meets every Wednesday at the residences of its members, discusses art, culinary, and home circle questions. St. Paul Sewing Circle meets every Thursday at Lecture room of St. Paul church, discusses all important home circle questions. Mothers' Literary, meets every month, auxiliary to St. Paul Sewing Circle. The Woman's Club, meets every week, is the oldest club—has been and is a rescue club for the fallen, a philanthropic agency, this club has a social and juvenile section, Mrs. C. H. Morgan is president, Mrs. Higginbotham is chairman, of the social section; Miss Clara Blackwell is press reporter for this club. The None-Such, is a social club among the younger society folk—meets every Thursday. "Don't Worry Twelve" is composed of the elderly married ladies—meets weekly. Lodges and their meeting nights and place of meeting will be carried for 25c the month. We have all manner of lodges here. 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