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THE FORUM Woodriver Baptist S. S. Convention In Session This Week at Union Church, 12th and Mason St. Beautiful Auditorium Packed Each Night—Many Able Papers Read and Sermons Preached. A Large Crowd of Delegates. VO. 5, NO. 21 Woodriver S. S. In Session This Church, 12th Beautiful Auditorium P Able Papers Read and A Large Crow The fortieth annual session of the Woodriver Baptist Sunday School Convention. Teachers' Institute, B Y. P. U., and Mothers' Union, convened at the Union Baptist church, 12th and Mason streets. Tuesday morning. It is indeed, a large and intelligent body, composed of some of the brainiest men and women of the state. Rev. G. C. Mason, president of the convention, delivered the annual address which was indeed a masterpiece of oratory. The paper "Making the Sunday School Efficient," read by Mrs. Childs of Evanston, was excellent. The lady is highly cultured though young, and we bespeak for her a bright and prosperous future. The sermon Wednesday night by Rev. Fisher of Chicago, was greatly enjoyed by all. The welcome address by Miss Anna Carey was delivered in such a manner that it fully portrayed the highly cultured qualities of the reader. The paper Thursday morning "How to get a Child's Attention in the Sunday School," read by Miss Stella Maxwell, this city, was very instructive indeed. The paper, "Special Life," read by Miss Ardell Parsons of Peoria, and "The Literature of Teachers," by Miss Minnie E. Hunter of Alton, were indeed grand: Flashlights From the Convention. The Mothers seemed to think that they were not recognized by the body because they had no space on the program. Rev. M. S. Scussen of Danville preached an able sermon Tuesday evening, emphasizing the fact that the laity as well as the clergy, must be intelligent, he is right but the clergy's intelligence must not only supercede that of the laity, but it should excel theirs. "Go ye into all the world and preach my gospel," teaching men, it is plain that you must know something. Excepting the humorous part, he preached quite an able sermon, explicit and forcible, however his humor was well received. His text being: "Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think ye have eternal life; and they are they that testify of me." The paper "Organization of Sunday School Work" by Mrs. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." Tucker of Chicago, Herman, was indeed interesting. The discussion was led by Mrs. A. W. Williams of Springfield, Zion; followed by Mrs. J. C. McClain, Union, Springfield, and several brethren and sisters. The musical program by Decatur. Anthem, "Wine is a Mocker" choir; vocal solo, Elmer Watkins, Mrs. Jones presiding at the piano; vocal solo, "Raise me Jesus to Thy Bosom." Mrs. Montgomery; vocal solo, Ada Murrell; vocal duet, Mesdames Bell and Oliphant; vocal solo, Elmer Watkins, song, choir. The paper "Tardiness an Obstacle to Sunday School Work," was read. The lecture "The English Bible and How to Use it." by Prof. E. H. Borden, was indeed a masterpiece. He divided the bible in four classes: Name, language, contents and style. Prof. Borden was eloquent in his address and many went home with a better knowledge of how to use the "English Bible." "The Religious condition of the Negro in America," read by Charles Stewart, A. M., was one of the grandest as well as most practical ever read before any audience. The expression "The black man shall stand equally side by side with his brother in white, in finance, intellectual development and morally, called forth great applause. Mr. Stewart is at home on the rostrum, and is indeed, a bright star in the constellation of brained men. He is one of the greatest stenographers of the United States. The conventional sermon by Rev. Boyles of Rock Island was quite interesting. He took for his text, Matthew 11th 4. verses. Rev. Boyles, though young, is a pulpit orator. He spoke extensively on the progress of the race. He said that while we, as a race had made great progress in 40 years, still we had not made the progress we should have made. Rev. Broyles kept the attention of his audience through out the entire sermon and all pronounced it grand. The solo by Miss McBride of Macomb, was one of the best rendered during the assembly of this convention. The Juvenive Choir. One of the most interesting features of the convention was the juvenile choir. The children's voices blened lovely. We cannot praise them too highly. "Train them in the way they should go." The paper "Teachers' Meeting and how to Get Teachers to Attend," by the delegate from Jacksonville, was worthy of note and interest. "What should the Sunday School do for the Church," by the Quincy delegate, and "What Constitutes a Modern Sunday School," by Chicago, Olivet, were ably discussed. The address Friday afternoon, "The signs of Christ's Approval of Sunday School Work" was eloquent and ably handled. The messengers made many able remarks on the impression made by the convention. The conventiod adjourned to meet in Paris, Illinois, Tuesday, before the second Lord's day in July, 1909. Rev. G C. Mason, president and Mrs. Florence Mc Bride, recording secretary. The Mothers' Union will hold quite an interesting program today, July 12. These ladies are necessary auxiliaries to the Sunday School conventian, and are doing a great and noble work, under the leadership of such prominent women as Mesdames V. C King, A. W. Williams, A. L Stewart, and J C McClain. May God ever smile upon the convention and its auxiliaries and prosper them in their great and noble work — L. E. Barksdale Hon. W. D. Ryan [Name] Repubican Candidate For Congress. Mr. Ryan has just returned home from Indianapolis, and is in good spirits. He has not yet recovered from the effects of a fall received last Friday week in Indianapolis. He is well known and admired over Illinois, among the labor unions and the people as a whole for his affability and desire to aid the toilers who are the masses. He is well versed in the necessary legislation desired by the common people and a man of wide experience. BLOOMINGTON, ILL. Mrs. Harry Lewis, of S. Bunn street, entertained a party of friends Tuesday evening at her home. Those present from out of town were Misses Esslex and Thomas, of St. Louis, Miss Harris of Peoria and Mr. Harris, of Mason City. A dainty lunch was served and everyone left voting Mrs. Lewis a delightful hostess. The Neighbors' Orchestra gave a grand concert at the Washingtonian hall Wednesday evening which was well received. Mr. Chas, H. Parton, of Springfield, was in the city this week on business. Mrs. Sarah Patton's oldest daughter, Fidelia, is seriously ill at her home on E. Monroe street. Miss Patton is an inmate of the Soldiers' Orphans' Home in Normal, but since her severe illness she is staying with her mother. Mrs. Rufus Lashley, of W. Washington street, entertained the Woman's Club Tuesday evening. A delightful lunch was served and a good time enjoyed by all. Miss Alberta Wyche is anticipating a pleasant visit in Peoria soon. The choir of the Third Christian church went to Stanford July 4th and took part in the Chautauqua there. Mrs. E. Wilson, mother of Mrs. Henry Duff, of N. Morris avenue, returned home to Mattoon, Ill., after a pleasant visit. Mrs. Apallee Gaines entertained a party of girls and boys in honor of her sister and brother, Eva and Harry Graves. NORMAL NEWS. Mr. Washington Thomas stole a march on his friends July 4th by going to Springfield and taking himself a bride in the person of Mrs. Amanda Muirel, of Decatur. The bride is a hairdresser of that city, while the groom is the leading blacksmith of the town. Their host of friends wish them all the happiness in the world. The lawn social at Mrs. Bradshaw's was quite a success. The Misses Thomas, of E. Willow street, entertained Saturday evening in honor of their brother- and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. W. Thomas. Miss Esselex, a student from St. Louis, has returned home, having taken a term in school work. Messrs. Henry Cisco, Arron Moss and Benjamin Cisco were seen on our streets this week. Mr. and Mrs. William Reaves will leave soon to spend the summer at a resort in Michigan. DOSWELL TAKES ISSUE. Rev. Jas H. Doswell, Pastor of the Lutheran Church, takes issue with Dr. Magee and The Forum on the proposition that the body does not rise from the dead, the same identical body that was deposited in the grave, and holds that such a contention is detrimental. The Forum is not a theologian and will, therefore, not attempt to hold our saying irreretractable, but will search the scriptures and bring forth an elaborate editorial on that point in the near future. Elks' Moonlight Picnic. Wednesday July 15 at the Mildred Park. One of the pleasantest evening picnics and dances is promised next Wednesday evening at Mildred park, given by the local order of Elks, Charles Young Lodge No. 103. Mildred park is a beautiful place, and the cool dance pavilion for those who desire to trip the light fantastic is most enchanting. All the amusements at the park will be at the disposal of the picnicers, Dainty and cooling refreshments will be lavish. You take the S. 11th street car to the park. The entertainments given by this lodge are noted for their amusement, the management for its hospitality. Music will be furnished by Prof. Hagan's orchestra. Admission to the park is free. Admission to the pavilion will be 25c. The committee is: Otis B. Duncan, John Slaughter, Alexander Bender, Alfred Jackson, Lewis Baker, Wm. Bates, L. F. Osborne. 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 Prepicters One Year ..... $1.50 One Month ..... 15c Per Copy ..... 5c OFFICE: 305 1-2 & 5kth St. Phone Malu 998 B. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. Will H. arbour, Associate Editor and Secretary. Thompson Bros., Branch Office. Gomann The Printer 1051 So. 6th St. EDITORIAL Saturday, July 11, 1908. "Less order"—till that democratic process passes! What reconciled Roger C Sullivan—he has not been appointed to any fat job? After you get through with Joe James go after the saloons and the gamblers who manufacture such men as the culprit. Men took their overcoats to that Democratic National Convention—they knew it would be a hot time but a cold convention place. The question is will the democrats give the Republican party credit for honoring Luke E. Wright to the exalted position of Secretary of War. in a silent grave yard—yet by faith we are consoled, in which faith in Christ we have hope of a life eternal and that all will again meet and know each other in the spirit. There should be a fine imposed upon persons throwing bottles in the streets and on the side walks what is the matter with the police and detectives anyway that they never see, yet have eyes. Renick Vires says: 'It will be a land slide.' Vires you know, is not an authenticated prophet, so you who have money to let, put it on Deneen in order that you may be able to take in the Niagara excursion. Every time you read a good book, a good magazine, article or a good editorial, hear a good sermon or lecture, some of the good is infused into your mental reservoir and you are enriched to the extent that you imbibe the riches. The reverse is also true. We therefore, advise that you and your household, read and hear only, wholesome lectures and wholesome literature. School teacher, in days to come.—What convention was that held at Denver, Colorado, July 1908? Apt pupil of the 7th grade.—The Bryan convention. Teacher.—Correct. The Ballard Murder. Joe James, a Negro desperado, stabbed and killed C. A. Ballard, white, early last Sunday morning. The murderer has been captured, his crime has been her aled to the four corners of the earth, editorial space has been given, comment has been lavish—even "lynch" has been heard from "infurited" anarchistic lips. The crime is a dastardly one and the man should be punished to the fullest extent of the law, before an impartial jury of his peers, according to the evidence and the law. If it is proven that he murdered Mr. Ballard in cold blood, maliciously and with premeditated design, which seems sure, let the law be carried out to the letter. The Forum has no extraordinary advice to give in this case, any more than it had in the Fairchild case, the Hinmans, the Billik case and many others, similar. Why even talk of lynching, is it not far more brutal to lynch than it is brutal to murder a man like James has done Mr. Ballard? Now how about the cause? Whisky saloons allowed to run open all night—men not arrested by lax policemen, desperados allowed to pay the "tip" and run at large. Ah gentlemen, you who have the law enforcement in your hands and do not enforce it, will not be held guiltless on account of these atrocious crimes committed in your sight and in the reach of your hearing. Enforce the law—enforce the law—the law. If, Mr. Mayor and Mr. Chief of Police, you do not enforce the law, what right and with what audacity doth you demand that the court and the jury, enforce the law. Joe James should be punished to the fullest extent and by the proper legal process: "Earth to Earth, Dust to Dust." How sad are the words above. How many of you bear witness to their sadness? Everything comes from and of the earth and must go back to earth and become a part of the earth. Every day poor little children and dear sons and daughters stand over a grave and hear after their kind have been lowered into the sepulcher. "earth to earth and dust to dust." They weep, for their poor minds are affected by the loss of a dear mother or father—should not they weep? Or why should they not rejoice, since it is the concensus of opinion, that we live eternal in the heavenly land and that we shall know each other better. But here is where the whole thing hinges—here is where we find so much divergence of thought. We all agree that, if we had a dear friend to die and knew and sincerely believed we would see that friend again in an eternal sphere, we would not have cause to mourn. But that is the question. After all has been said or done, we must come back to Job's question and ask: If a man dies will he live again? Yes, the words in the head of this article are sad words, the saddest words are they. Many of you have heard them and they have caused your heart, (figuratively speaking,) to bleed, it's awful to contemplate, in a sense—turning your back to your dear mother; and leave her in the cold ground The Deneen race is to win. TUCKER'S Board and Lodge First class accom Regular meals at hours 206 Nor TUCKER'S PLACE. Board and Lodging House. First class accommodations Regular meals at regular meal hours. 206 North 14 St. New Telephone. 1478. H. TUCK H. TUCKER, Proprietor If you're in doubt let us lead trump to you? The "Imperial,, is always the proper hat=never alike two seasons together--except in price---$3.00. PETER MYE 529 North Side ER MYERS & 529 North Side Square MYERS & CO. North Side Square For Fine Commercial Work HAMANN The Printer 305 SOUTH SIXTH ST. 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Has the largest and best circulation. Goes among influen among influential pe influential people Goes among influential people THE FORUM CH 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. Political integrity is the road but thieves reap what is sown. GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG MEN WHO DESIRE AN AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION. Many of the young men who have finished the course in agriculture at the Tuskegee Institute are commanding salaries ranging from $50 to $100 per month. The graduates of this department of the school are successfully employed as instructors, or as managers of important agricultural operations. The school has an agricultural faculty of twenty instructors; men who have received their training in the best agricultural schools of the country. Young colored men and women who desire to take courses in practical and scientific agriculture are now offered the best opportunity to pursue such courses in one of the largest and best equipped schools for practical and scientific agriculture to be found in the South. The following courses are offered: Dairying, three (3) years' course. In addition there is a special post graduate course of one or two years provided for graduates of high schools and colleges. We are especially anxious to have a large number of agricultural students who have finished high school or college courses. Any young man who is ambitious enough to finish any of the courses above mentioned can readily secure immediate employment at good salaries. Opportunities are now open to 500 young men and women who may wish to take any of the above courses of instruction. The cost of board is $6.50 per month. No charge for instruction. For further information, address: Tuskegee Institute, Alabama Mrs. Henry Perry of East Brown St. has returned from a trip to Indianapolis, Indiana. She reports a royal time, although she has not been very well since her return. 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 PHONES: Office 2322 Res. 1768R2 A. Morris Williams, Williams' Bldg. 11th & Washington The Dunbar NewsCompany Is the place where all colored papers and magazines can be had. Call at 815, 813 E. Washington, or $306 \frac{1}{2}$ S. 6th. I purpose, step by step, to create a regular news store, handling all colored literature, books, etc., also the big Sunday dailies, and leading white magazines. Telephone 998. E. L. Rogers, Manager. Piano Instructions Given. [By Mrs. Etta Brown Starnes] Experienced music teacher,—anyone desiring music lessons from the 1st to 7th grade, can get thorough instructions. Special care given to all pupils. 1016 East Carpenter St. Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Bell, also of Chicago, are visiting with Mrs. Hitt. Mrs. Arbuckle, Alton, Ill., is spending a week with Mrs. Hitt. Rev. T. A. Clark, of Chicago, an influential man, who is traversing the state in the interest of Hons. A. J. Hopkins, Chas. S. Deneen and John J. Brown, passed through the city Thursday, enroute to East St. Louis and other southern points. He spoke in Decatur this week. He is jubilant over the prospects of his candidates' chances. Mrs. L. E. Barksdale is the local and special agent and editress of The Forum; give her matter for the paper, subscriptions, advertising, etc. R. A. Boyd was in Decatur this week, where he spoke in the interest of Gov. Deneen. Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Lucas were in Lovejoy, East St. Louis and St. Louis, Mo.. July 4-5th, the guests of Mr. Lucas' mother, whose home is at Lovejoy, St. Clair Co. He also celebrated his birthday anniversary with his mother, which is July 4th. Mr. Lucas thinks Deneen is gaining in St. Clair Co. and observed an almost unanimous Rose sentiment. We acknowledge receipt of a letter from Rev. C. F. Boisson, from Petersburg, Va., where he went to recuperate his health. He will remain at the springs of the mountains of that state until about the first of August, when he expects to return and take active charge of St. Augustine Episcopal Mission. Miss Allene White was hostess to the Teachers' Board of St. Paul's Church Tuesday evening. After the usual business was transacted, the hostess served delicious refreshments. Mr. R. S. Donaldson, who is convalescent slowly, was the recipient of a delicious basket of fruit, presented by the Teachers' Board of St. Paul Church, this week. He was also remembered in a substantial way by some of the white members of M. E. Church. He and his family are very grateful to kind donors and friends. Mr. Harry B. Harts, the young republican candidate for Probate Judge, is a man whom the office is seeking—it will be a credit to Sangamon County to place him in that place, because he is one young politician out of many, who is not tainted nor beguiled with the word "graft," unblemished reputation he has. This is saying a great deal, but who are you that can deny it? BRUCE-SURLES PIANO CO. The Big Piano and Organ Dealers 309.311 South 6th St. Announce A BIG Clearance Sale of New and Second Hand Pianos Matushex Upright Ebony Case $ 75.00 Fine Mahogany Case Piano Former Price $300 now $125.00 Square Pianos 5.00, 10.00, 15.00 20.00 and up. Second Hand Organs 2.00, 3.00, 5.00, 10.00, 15.00 and up. The opportunity has arrived to buy a Piano or Organ at your own price. Easy payments. Call Early - Remember the place Opposite Post Office Subscribe for the Forum THE FORUM Robbers at Large 2. Last Sunday morning witnessed many daring deeds—the colored man Joe James killed Mr. Bannard, robbery presumably, his aim. A colored man also beat Mr. Jamison of the 1st ward severely, robbery his apparent desire. A colored man entered Neil and Brown's bed room over their restaurant, 728 E. Washing ton St, robbery being his aim. He was discovered by Ms Nancy who saw him at the foot of her bed. appa entry searching for money and valuables. It was a bold undertaking as the sun had risen it being about 5 o'clock am. The burglar succeeding in escaping, having for his trophy Miss Brown's gold chain and gold watch. She screamed and yelled for some one to catch the burglar who was chased to Johnston & Hatcher's where he was no more seen. Our police system should put on glasses and keep a close watch on people's premises and enforce the vagrant law. Tnere are too many Negroes and white loafers and gamblers hanging around. THE CONDITION OF THE NEGRO OF 1908. By Otis Browder We are still perplexing our brain as to the future course which we shall pursue, to solve the many problems that arise betwixt us and our white brethren. From the beginning of Adam's time to the present day of modern time, it is so fated among men that there is a continual rising and falling in the human race, and each and every human being will or have shared in the category of human events. Almost twenty (20) centuries ago as recorded by historians we learn of the birth of Christ, and from that time to the present day the human race has had a progress which we look on with amazement. Some of the events that have taken place have swelled us with exhilarating admiration, other events have won us glory and honor, and with pride each nation jealously points out the names of those that have spent their time and energy for the betterment of their people. No nation has ascended the ladder of success, has escaped all the obstacles that lie in the path of progress. The men that have helped to solve these difficulties are hailed with profound respect, and are looked upon as leaders and men among men. After all as Longfellow terms it, Life is not an empty dream, but is a life full of activity and energies. In 1620 marked the beginning of the Negro in America, and many sorrows have been his fate, and at the present time seem to mark him with a problem which is so complicated that our brain is taxed to the utmost in an effort to solve the question. Some say it will remain ever thus, and others say the contrary, but it remains for us, the living, to show our white brethren that as fast as time rolls on we are progressing to an extent that since the time the shackles of slavery were loosened and unfastened from us, forty years ago, we are rapidly fitting ourselves to be able to cope with a problem to which the answer shall have moved the stone wall that is built up of race hatred lying between the Negro and the white man. Every day it seems that the white brethren cry build it higher, and their energies are propelled in a manner that barrier after barrier is added to it. To scale this wall we must prepare ourselves in the right manner. Some of us are looking for a miracle to take place, and some hoping for something to turn up. It is a daily occurrence to find in newspapers, magazines and books, some solution in regard to what is termed "The Negro Problem." (Continued in next issue.) Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Douglass spent the fourth in St. David, visiting friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. McFarland, of South 17th St., have returned home after a pleasant trip to Peoria. Mesdames Jas. W. Grady and Mary Osby were honored guests of Mrs. Wyatt Johnson and her niece. Mr. H. W. Osborne of Ottumwa, Iowa, is in the city visiting his mother and his two infant children. Mr. Frank Chandler is remodeling his home on South 17th St. Mr. J. D. Cooke, editor and publisher of the Wisconsin Weekly Defender, Milwaukee, spent Thursday of this week in Springfield. Mr. Cooke is just returning from a trip south, where he has been studying racial conditions. He paid the Forum a visit. Elks' Moonlight Picnic. Wednesday July 15 at the Mildred Park. One of the pleasantest evening picnics and dances is promised next Wednesday evening at Mildred park, given by the local order of Elks, Charles Young Lodge No. 103. Mildred park is a beautiful place, and the cool dance pavilion for those who desire to trip the light fantastic is most enchanting. All the amusements at the park will be at the disposal of the picnics. Dainty and cooling refreshments will be lavish. You take the S. 11th street car to the park. The entertainments given by this lodge are noted for their amusement, the management for its hospitality. Music will be furnished by Prof. Hagan's orchestra. Admission to the park is free. Admission to the pavilion will be 25c. The committee is: Otis B. Duncan, John Slaughter, Alexander Bender, Alfred Jackson, Lewis Baker, Wm. Bates, L. F. Osborne. Mr. Henry Perry, of East Brown St., is contemplating a business trip to Quincy, Ill., in a few days. His home is undergoing repairs and is looking quite beautiful. Word has been received in this city from Petersburg, Va., that Rev. Boisson, rector of St. Augustine's Mission, East Grand Ave., is improved in health and will return to this city about July 27th. Miss Florence Pamplin, of Danville, Ill., cousin of Mrs. William McFarland, is a delegate to the Sunday School convention and a guest of Mrs. McFarland. Mrs. Lizzie Davis, of Champaign, has returned to the city. Rev. and Mrs. B. P. E. Gayles of Evanston, Ill., are delegates to the Sunday School convention and guests of Mr. and Mrs. Nobles on East Brown St. Dr. S. A. Ware and Mr. G. A. Barksdale, were delighted to meet their former school mates of Roger Williams University, Nashville, Tenn., Rev. and Mrs. B. P. E. Gayles of Evanston, Ill. The Thimble Club met at the residence of Mrs. M. Walker, 911 S. Third, Friday, July 3d. Mrs. C. Brown read an eloquent paper. They spent quite an enjoyable afternoon. Orange ice and cake was served. They will be entertained next Friday afternoon by Mrs. Willis, North 5th St. Rev. Mrs. Edwards, Mesdames Hattie Wells, E. T. Deane, Mr. and Mrs Massey, of Champaign, are delegates to the S. S. convention and guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Williams. Mr. B. F. Crushon, of Moline, is a delegate to the S. S. convention and a guest of Mrs. L. A. Waters. Mrs. J. H. Johnson and Mrs. Chas. Davis and daughter, of Chicago, are spending two weeks with Mrs. May Hitt. Ballamy Entertains Tuskegee Representative at Lurcheon. Benj. H. Bellamy, of this city, student of Arkansas Baptist College and a prospective lawyer, entertained Mr. Hosmer, financial agent of Tuskègee Institute, last Thursday at six o'clock luncheon, at the Neal & Brown Cafe, 728 E. Washington St. The following menu was served: Sirloin steak, French fried potatoes, mashed tomatoes, milk biscuits, bananas and cream. Flinn is for Deneen. Alderman L. L. Flinn, a staunch young republican and an influential politician, chairman of the city finance committee, has come out for Deneen. Hopkins Speaks to-night. Hon. A. J. Hopkins, candidate for U. S. Senate, is to speak tonight at Arion Hall in the interest of his campaign. Everybody desiring to hear the issue discussed, be out. Is said to be the largest concern of its kind in the world. They turn out more Razor Strops annually than all others combined nes is one of the credited authorities on "Barbering" in this country, it is said that it was him who designed the Hoffman House Barber Shop which has recently been completed at a cost of ($30,000) thirty thousand dollars. The "Haynes!" Razor Strops are exclusively used in all the leading Barber Shops of the country, also many of the "Royal Families" of Europe. All who wishing one of these great strops will please note advertisement in this issue. The Haynes' Razor Strop Co., of New York City e d e Blonde Charlie's Big Parley In a Montana Poolroom. Big blonde Charlie Ellson, the plunger, who nowadays will send in as high as $50,000 on the thing he thinks looks right, but who in the old days used to play 'em around the old aint Louis alleys on the four-bits basis to a race, once stack d himself up against a slow-music, very E-flat combination ticket. This, too, after he was going good and was there with the superstructure of the immense bankroll he has now scraped together. Ellison was playing them in a poolroom in Helena, Mont., for a spell that summer, and Helena poolrooms never were pikerish dumps. One morning there were several things on various racing cards that looked pretty easy and gluey to Charles Three of them were to run at Sheepshead Bay that day—Thomas Cat, Kinnikianick and the mighty Ornament—and at Louisville May Hemp stead, that tremendously fast mare, was to contest the Louisville Oaks with a fast crowd of her sex. Frank Hoskins, the owner of the big-store poolroom of Helena, glanced over Ellison's little list. "I'll lay you 30 to 1," he said to Ellison. "How much d'ye want of it?" H. C. Haynes in London to Open Branch Office for European Trade. For the past few months the leading newspapers and magazines have highly commended Mr. H. C Haynes who is the moving figure of The Haynes' Razor Strop Co. The race should be proud of Mr Haynes and every Negro barber in the country should use his Razor Strops not only from the standpoint that they are made by a Negro but from a merit standpoint also. Mr. Hay- lies on "Barbeting" in this country, it is the Hoffman House Barber Shop which has of ($30,000) thirty thousand dollars. The very used in all the leading Barber Shops of "Families" of Europe. All who wishing please note advertisement in this issue. Maynes Razor Shop y Street. New Y send order to The Forum 305½ S. 6th St "Guess I'll bet about 2,000 men on it," said Ellison hoskins wasn't a man to show surprise at anything, and it didn't take him five seconds to scratch Ellison his $60,000 to $2,000 ticket. Thomas Cat, Kinnikinnic and the wonderful Ornament all danced by on the blackboard in beautiful rotation, and then something happened that gave even the imperturbable Hoskins a shock. Most of the real contenders in the Louisville Oaks had been scratchee out because rain had made the track a sea of mud. Only two were left in it, May Hempstead and The Rush, and naturally May Hempstead's price came in at 4 to 8 which was what made Hoskins look chagrined for a minute or so. Hoskins walked over to where Ellison was standing in the room. "Selling, Charlie?" he asked Ellison. "Uu-huh," replied Ellison, nonchalantly. "I'll sell you my ticket for $61,000." Nice mare, then, this May hempstead, eh?" said Hoskins. "Bully," said Ellison. "She's home now." Hoskins walked away, and just then the operator began to call out the race. The Rush in the lead, The Rush at the quarter by five lengths, The Rush at the half by ten lengths The Rush at the three quarter by fifteen lengths, The Rush in the stretch by fifteen lengths. The Rush wins, eee-easy by fifteen lengths. THE FORUM NOTHING BETTER FOR EASY SHAVE or Strop Co. w York, N. Y. 6th St., Springfield, Ill. Not only had the great May hempstead been unable to untrack herself in the deep going, but she's been unable to even sprawl in the mud, so to speak, and she was beaten from the first jump. The blow may have healed, to a certain extent, but, still, even folks who know Elison quite well never venture to become reminiscent about that nice little mare May hempstead when he's around. Well, nearly all of the hard-luck stories of the running turf come under the general head of "sporting life." But combination bets don't. They fall under the double-column head of "bug-logy." -From the Sporting Extra of Wednesday. Who Will Be President? This is a Presidential year, every man must read to keep posted on politics. The Courier-Journal, (Henry Watterson, Editor) is a Democratic newspaper, but it prints the news as it develops. One dollar a year is the price of the Both 1 Year For $1.50 both one year for $1.50 if you will give or send your order to this paper —NOT to the Courier-Journal. The Daily Courier-Journal $6.00 a Year. Sunday Courier-Journal $2.00 a Year. Cars leave Fifth and Monroe streets as follows: For North Fifth street every 10 minutes from 6:00 a. m. until 11:20 p. m. 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Of 410 weekly papers, 830 are for Deneen and 80 are for Yates.—The Illinois State Register. LOST-Three one dollar bills some where in the first ward on Reynolds or Mason streets. If the finder will return the same to The Forum office a reward will be given. Our contemporary, the Register, is a better theological than political writer. Bro. Clen' you were called to preach Christ and not Bryan and Jeffersonian democracy—don't you think? Windsor, Ont., July 9—Glimmer at 11 to 5, beat Ellicot, the favorite Solon Shingle, and Clell Turney in the feature race at Windsor yesterday Many of the Latonia regulars were on hand, which materially swelled the attendance. Miss Florence McBride, of Macomb, spent the week in the city. THE FORUM Union Program Opening, July 11th Baptist Church. ...Choir ...Rev. Madison ...Choir ...Mrs. R. B. Williams er Duties in the Home." ...Mrs. Warrick ...Rev. A. L. Stewart ...Miss Hazel Davis ...Mrs. Julia Oliver Future Usefulness." ...Mr. Alex. Bender ...Rev. E. H. Borden, A. M. American Life." rs. E. S. Harris, Joliet, Ill. (A B) The outlook The score And then A sickly s A straggling Clung to the They thoug We'd put But Flynn And the for So upon th For there But Flynn And Blake And when There was Then from It rumbled It knocked For Casey. There was There was And when No strange Ten thousand Five thousand Then, while Defiance g And now t And casey Close by th "That ain' From the Like the b "Kill him! And it's li Secretary The most enjoyable thing of the season for an outing, promises to be the Elks' moonlight picnic at Mildred park, Wednesday evening, July 15. W. M. REEDICK'S New Restaurant Everything is first class Served all Hours Ice cream Daily and Sunday, special We solicit patronage from the public. We try to give satisfaction. W. M. REEDICK, PROP. 814 East Washington Street Hair Work. I do: Hair dressing, Scalp-treatment and all kinds of hair beautifying—handle: wigs, braids, pomadours, curls, puffs etc... Satisfaction guaranteed. Give me a call. I have also, nicely furnished rooms to let. MRS. F. J. NOTT. 225 W. Wash St DR. C. H. JONEs Contractor and Builder—Real Estate Rentals, Loans and Insurance. Busineis Letters. Deeds, Wills and Mortgages drawn. All busines confidential. Office: 116 south 7th street Old Telephone; Res., 2595 r 3. Springfield, Illinois The Merchant's team failing to ap pear on the North park field yesterday's game between the Lawyers and Merchants was forfeited to the prac titioners by a score of 9-0 by Umpire George Fish. Lexington, Ky., July 9—A match race between May Earl, 2:10½, and Sweet Marie, 2:02, may start off the trotting season of the Grand circuit campaign. Sunday Courier-Journal Sunday Courier-Journal MRS. A. W. WILLIAMS VISIT MEALS, 10 cents. Hair Work. DR. C. H. JONEs The outlook wasn't brilliant for the Mudville nine that day; The score stood four to two, with but one more inning to play. And then when Cooney died at first, and Barrows did the same, A sickly silence fell upon the patrons of the game. A straggling few got up to go in deep despair. The rest Clung to that hope which springs eternal in the human breast; They thought if only Casey could but get a whack at that—— We'd put up even money now with Casey at the bat. But Flynn proceeded Casey, as did also Jimmy Blake, And the former was a lulu and the latter was a cake; So upon that stricken multitude grim melancholy sat, For there seemed but little chance of Casey's getting to the bat. But Flynn let drive a single, to the wonderment of all, And Blake, the much despised, toore the cover off the ball. And when the dust had lifted, and the men saw what had occurred. There was Johnnie safe at second and Flynn a-hugging third. Then from 500 throats or more there rose a husky yell; It rumbled in the valley, it rattled in the dell; It knocked upon the mountain and recoiled upon the flat, For Casey, mighty Casey, was advancing to the bat. There was ease in Casey's manner as he stepped into his place; There was pride in Cases's bearing and a smile on Casey's face. And when responding to the cheers, he lightly doffed his hat, No stranger in the crowd could doubt 'twas Casey at the bat. Ten thousand eyes were on him as he rubbed his hands with dirt; Five thousand tongues applauded when he wiped them on his shirt. Then, while the writhing pitcher ground the ball into his hip, Defiance gleamed in Casey's eye, a sneer curled Casey's lip. And now the leather-covered sphere came hurling through the air, And casey stood a-watching it in haughty grandevr there. Close by the sturdy batsman the ball unheeded sped—— "That ain't my style," said Casey. "Strike one," the umpire said. From the benches black with people, there went up a muffled roar, Like the beating of the storm-waves on a stern and distant shore. "Kill him! Kill the umpire!" shouted someone on the stand; And it's likely they'd have killed him had not Casey raised his hand. With a smile of Christian charity great Casey's visage shown; He stilled the rising tumult; he bade the game go on; He signaled to the pitcher and once more the spheriod flew: But Casey still ignored it, and the umpire said, "Strike two." "Fraud!" cried the maddened thousands, and the echo answered fraud; But one scornful look from Casey and the audience was awed. They saw his face grow stern and cold, they saw his muscles strain, And they knew that Casey wouldn't let the ball go by again. The snear is gone from Casey's lip, his teeth are clenched in hate; He pounds with cruel violence his bat upon the plate. And now the pitcher holds the ball, and now he lete it go. And now the air is shattered by the force of Casey's blow. Oh! somewhere in this favored land the sun is shining bright: The band is playing somewhere—and somewhere hearts are light, And somewhere men are laughing and somewhere children shout; But there is no joy in Mudville—mighty Casey has struck out. 50 Per cent. DISCOUNT On thirty-five thousand rolls of new up-to-date 1908 designs, which we purchased from the Manufacturers' Wall Paper Co. Come early and get a choice selection. CALDWELL Wall Paper Co. 620 East Adams Street. Casey at the Bat. From The Sporting Extra. Are You Democratic are Republican? Our esteemed contemporary, the Springtield Record, is play. ing opossum. It is ambiguous as well as itis audacious, You know the reason why. The Rec. ord has quit talking democracy aud began villifying Deneen, Peaising Yates. Is the Record to be for the Republican nominee or for the democratic nominee? That is the question. If it is not to be for tue Republican nomi nee then whatit nas to say for Yates and egtinst Deueen is not efficacious; uot sincere and mere ly from a subsidized pen that does not write from inspiration and love of party priuciple, but for so much per———§ Think of the Record, trying tu antago. nize* Deneen with the federation of laboraow, puerile, how abject, how mean in sucn depraved men. The people know Yates—they know Deneen, They love the right and they hate a coward— they hate low methods of decep- tion All of the schools have closed, The sweat girl graduate had her day, and now, with the hot weath- er to encourage them, ‘The Nashville Brand’ will come out in all the beauty of those flimy summer dresses, such as oniy the “Nashville Brand’? wear. ‘Do they wear sheath dresses?” We Opiue the Springfield Forum wants to ask. No sir! That is, not on the streets.—Nashville, Tenn. Globe, Our schovls have closed and our girls have been out in their ‘filmy’? attire, but up here, up to June, one day is coid, and the next is hot or raining—the ‘mer. ry widows never saw a more tur buleot time. The ‘Nashville Brand” is not‘ in it,” however, with the Springfield ‘ beauts,” but the editor of The Forum does not know very much about ‘Sheath dresses.” In electing aldermen hereafter, care should be taken that men only, whose qualifications are commensurate with the gigantic issues that confront the council —men of high intellectual and moral qualities—in fact, men of ability to cope with the requi: sites of the office be chosen, But nov only as aldermen, but in al] the positio s—men unqualified are detrimental to the city. The Leader is in erzor when it says Cleveland appointed more Negroes tc office than all other presidents combined. Mr, Cleve. land recognized many able north. ern Negroes, but President Me. Kinley appointed more colored men in one year than Cleveland appointed in eight, or more thar the democratic party has appoint: ed since the party’s birth. W. T. Scott of this city 1s to call aside show meeting of Ne. groes at Denver to oppose Taft. Why not join the big circus with Bryan, Vardaman, Tillman, Bai- ley, Carmack, etal, they are all opposed, not only to Taft, but to the entire kepublican party. What good can a rump Negro democratic, middie-of.the-road, propaganda, do there under cold Pike's Peak? Now is an opportunity to stand by your man, union labor men W. D. Ryan is of you for and by you. You know him well—as well as you know any man in this district. He represents the great est party in existence, Now what are you goitg to do about iv? Roger ©, Su livan, Guff -y. ‘Par. ker and Sheehan, et. al. their got bames in the paper often and conspicuously, but in vain we looked for our old friend and democratic warrior, the Hon, W. T. Scowt’s vame and picture Four years ago Mr, Scott was a candidate for president, and after all, has not Mr, Scott done as much and as well as the other democrats—Bryan & Co., who also, only were candidates for president. The Leader says; Now is a good opportunity tor Negroes to defeat Taft, giving his reasons. which aie infinitesimal as compa. red with the reasons why they should 10: suppors Bryan. But Leader simply says ‘Tatt should not be supp rced without say ing who shoula be, Are you for Byran? If so why? we are againsi Bryan because Bryan is ou tuck et of a party with history whose pages are blank so far as good results are concerued; he is with the partv dominated by Hok Smith, Jeff Davis. Jim Vardiman Joe Bajiey, Tillman and Th mas Dixon Jr. These are our reasons for not even considering Bryan s party at this period of our politi- cal existence, Is my life a blessing or a curse to those about me? is a vital question every man should ask himself. For his relations to his fellowmen must perforce be one or the other; and he that makes this inquiry is awakened or awakening to the noble purpose for which it should staund.—N. B. Union, Negroes Havea Right to be on Jury So Says the Supreme Court of the United States. To the Colored People of the South; The Supreme Court of the United States has decided in the recent cases of Rogers vs, Ala- bama, and Carter vs Texas, that the exclusion of qualitied Negroes from jury service on grand and petit juries on account of their race and color, is a denial to Ne. groes on trial in courts where such exclusion is allowed, the equal protectioa of the law; and the trial and conviction of a Ne gro under such circumstances will be set aside and anuiled, as being in violation of the 14th amendment of the Constitution of the United States. The same is also true in a civil trial in a court whcre such discrimination is allowed, will be set aside on appeal or writ of error to the Supreme Court of the United States,—Colored Alabamian, The candidacy of Harry B. Harts, A, B Cochran, appeal to the progressive minds—the peo- ple who believe in clean politics. with much force—The Forum has always indicated a reformation in politics—the chosing of men on their Jmerits as the legai me- diators and reflectors, Sund-y Courier-Journal THE FORUM a The thing to do is io take iis | yourself and friend tothe Eiks’ ub | pienic— it will be sweil— Wed yw) nesday evening—July 15—Mil ut| dred Park. The members of House Hold of Ruth No, 190, are requested to meet at their hall July 14 at “30 p.m, Phe oD. M. N.. Gy, will visit the lodge that evening. Jennie Douglas, M N. G., Retta Davis, W. R. | REPUBLICANS ; Y j) Clerk ¢. Appellate Court oa Thus: A\[X|ceorce L. T1pTON “Oh, Douglas! Thou hast passed be yond 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 _ Frec Douglass. The Forum’s Staif. E. L. Rogers, Editor-in-Chief and Business Mgr. Will H, Barbour, Asst. Editor. W. L. Epwarps, Political writer. Miss Daisy DONALDSON, Proof Reader and Stenographer. Me « Office Clerk, Book- keeper ~. Ma. Mrs. E. L. White, Contributo.. 4. A. Donegon, Lincoln. MISS BLANCHE HOAGLAND, Bloomington Agent and Correspondent. \uuress matter tor the paper to The Forum, 305% So. Sixth St. Matters of business or information to E. L, Rogers, Mgr. 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 Cem- etery—take North Fifth street cars at Fifth and Monroe streets, Parks and Pleasure Resorts. 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