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THE FORUM A New Proposition. Begin with the year to prepare to send your preacher to conference or the association by buying your shoes from the East End Shoe Store. Register your name with amount purchased and you will not be forgotten in your rallies and other spec contributions. For further information call on your pastor or at the East End Shoe Store, 1707 E. Capitol Ave J. P. Roberts, Proprietor. NOTICE-There will be a recital at Union Baptist church Tuesday night at 8 o'clock, given by Mrs. Bowling and daughter, Lucile. Mrs. Bowling is from Pittsburg, Kaus, a former student of Harpers Ferry, W. Va. Her daughter, Lucile, only ten years of age, will perform on the piano and will be a rare treat to hear her. Come one, come all and hear the recital. She will be assisted by some of our best citizens. BLOOMINGTON. ILL. Mrs. A. W. Moore is on an extended visit to Danville. Mrs. Carl Stearles of Decatur, is visiting her mother Mrs. Young and cister, Mrs. Rufes Lashley. Miss Snell of Mouna, City, is visiting her cousin, Mrs. Louis Barkley of N. Center street. Miss Della Wilson entertained the Elite Thimble Club at her home on E. Market street. Rev. J. P. Carr, the newly elected pastor of the Mt. Pisgah Baptist church, preaches his first sermon in the new year. All are cordially invited. The Syndicate Pleasure club will entertain New Year's evening with a 7 o'clock dinner at the home of Miss Belle Calhoun of N Center St. Miss Elva Stanton of Springfield is the guest of her mother and sisters, during the holidays. Albert Hoagland and Miss Alberta Wyche attended the grand ball in Peoria last week. Mt. and Mrs. Newton Gaines are the happy parents of a baby boy. Messrs. Walker Duff and John Randolph of Pontiac, spent Xmas day in the city. All subscribers of The Forum are requested to be able to receive the agent if the amount is ever so small it will be appreciated. The agent can be notified by the new telephone 168-L. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." Mr. R. S. Donaldson is indisposed this week at his home on W. Canedy St. Mr. Samuel Barbour of Pittsfield, was the guest of his son last week. Roy Harris of Missouri, arrived in the city a few days ago for the holidays. D. S. Bailey, Benj. Harrison, of the State House, spent Xmas at their respective homes. They have all returned. Dr. Ford and family spent Xmas at Camp Butler with Maj. G. W. Ford. Mrs. Mary Lee is spending the holidays in Chicago, the guest of her daughter. Miss Mabel Wright, domestic science teacher at the Lincoln Manual Training Shops, is visiting friends in Madison, Ind. Mrs. Lottie Crittendon is visiting her parents in this city. A later report: Louis Moore died in the hospital from wounds received in Lee's saloon Dec. 25. Dr. J. E. Henderson has been out of the city for the holidays Mrs. E. L. Rogers is making preparation to render a musical and literary program at Grace M. E. church which will be a rare treat. Some of the ablest young men and women will participate. Mrs. Dr. Ford was taken to the hospital Wednesday and was operated on by Dr. Ford. She is doing nicely. Dr. Ford performed an operation on Mrs. Jarman at St. John hospital this week for appendicitis—the operation was successful and the patient is much relieved. Dr. S. A Ware attended Louis Moore and sewed up the awu wounds causing the man to live three or four days The work was a piece of fine surgery. The Benedicto Musical Study Club will keep open doors at the residence of Miss Adelaide Price 622 E. Mason street, New Year's day. Hours 3 to 7. All friends are cordially invited to call. On Wednesday evening, Dec. 22, Mrs. Matilda Jackson entertained a number of young people Woman's Club Notes. The Philanthropic section met at the Home. Monday with the chairman in a potato shower. The chairman Mrs Julia Duncan, ask those holding envelopes to bring or send them to the Home, New Year's day. This section will receive calls at the Home. New Year's day from 2 till 6. Those receiving: Mesdames Ivory, J. C McClain, Roie Hunter, Venie Warren, Susan Davis. Those having charge of receiving envelopes: Mesdames E. O McKinney, Lzzie Taylor Brooks. The business meeting will be held at the Home, Monday at 2 30 at which time all the members are requested to be present Mrs. J. C. McClain, President. The members invite the public to call New Year's day and spend a social hour at the Home.Leanah Outland, reporter. Mr. and Mrs. Watson Entertain. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Watson of E. Moffit Avenue, entertained a number of invited guests on the 25th in honor of their 25th wedding anniversary. A large number were present and the host and hostess were the recipients of many valuable presents, both ornamental and useful for practical purposes. Mattoon News Notes One of the most excellent programs ever rendered was that at St. David's Chapel Sunday evening. Every number was well rendered. Miss Zella Powell and Mr. Lance Williams presided at the organ. Rev Cooper and wife received many beautiful and useful presents. Among them being a set of ilver knives and forks, given by a few friends. Grandmaster G. H. Jessee was in Carmi last week on lodge business, A Masonic lodge was organized in that city. Mrs. McKenney and niece, Beatrice of Union Town, Ky. are guests of the former's daughter, Mrs. W. Elliott. Mrs Towles of Harrisburg, is in the city. Mr. Wm. Huffman and wife of St. Louis, and Alexander Huffman of Danville, spent Xmas day with Mr. Chas. Parker and wife. Society and Local A at her residence on S. 9th street, in honor of Miss Ada Barks. The evening was very pleasantly spent in social games, music, etc. Light refreshments were served. Mrs. C. A. Brown. 1208 S. 16th street, tendered a reception in honor of Mrs. E. J. McCoo of Chicago. Hours 2 to 5. Those present had quite a pleasant time. The Lincoln Old Folks and Orphans Home hold open doors today. The vaudetta given by Miss Retta Davis for the brnefit of the O.d Foks Home. was largely attended and proved to be a financial success. Don't swear off. Just quit. DECATUR NEWS. H. A. Watkins, Chief Deputy of the Grand United Order of True Reformers, was in Lincoln last Tuesday night, in the interest of the order and to install the officers for the ensuing terms. Lincoln has one of the best lodges in the western Grand Division, and is doing a fine work. Let other members join them and see Mr. Wm. H. Fuquia, and make application under the dispensation. Dr. E. T. Cottman, P. E., will be in Decatur Sunday to hold Quarterly meeting. Mrs. Jas. Crockett is still on the sick list; she has our best wishes. Mrs. J. T. Morrow is in Chicago, visiting her friends this week. There was a grand entertainment given by Miss Lizzie Jones last Tuesday night for the benefit of the Baptist church. Mrs. Mollie Mitlock will give an entertainment Friday evening for the Baptist church and three young ladies will be in the contest for the prize, the contestants being Miss Bessie Bell and Miss Lizzie Jones of Decatur and Mrs. Marguerita Payne, of Cleveland, Ohio. Don't forget the celebrating of the Emancipation Proclamation at St. Peter's A. M. E. church, Monday, Jan. 3, 1910; the best talent of the city, both white and colored, will take part. Don't forget to subscribe for the Forum, a clean-cut negro paper. Leave news at H. A. Watkins' office. We want some member of our race to write articles for the Forum. Mrs. C. V. King, 1124 S. Pasfield St., will entertain on this afternoon the Woman's Missionary Circles of the W. R. B. A., and the ministers and their wives. There will likewise be an election of officers of the circle. Memorial exercises in honor of Mrs. Annie Payton will be observed at Union Baptist church, Sunday, January 2, at 4 p. m. The public invited. Mrs. Thomas Walker is visiting her niece, Mrs. Chester Johnson, So. 17th St. Rev. C. M. Thomas, of Cincinnati, Ohio, is visiting in the city, the guest of Mr. Chester Johnson. THE FORUM weekly magazine paper devoted to the interests of the whole people. Entered as second-class matter, February 24, 1904, at the postoffice at Springfield, Ill., under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. ROGERS & BARBOUR Preprieters One Year.....$1.50 One Month.....15c Per Copy.....5c OFFICE: 305 1-2 S. Sixth St. Phone Main 904 THE FORUM'S STAFF. B. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. Will H. arbour, Associate Editor and Secretary. Thompson Bros., Branch Omce. Gemann The Printer 305] So. 6th St. EDITORIAL Saturday, January 1, 1910. GOVERNOR DENEEN PRAISED. Governor Deneen deserves the praise of all law-abiding citizens for the firm stand taken by him in the lynching cases at Cairo, Ill. The laws of the state of Illinois requires that when a sheriff of a county delivers a prisoner to a mob that he thereby forfeits the office. There was a great deal of influence brought to bear on the governor to have Mr. Frank E Davis, the sheriff, reinstated, but Governor Deneen flatly denied the petition and thus preserved the dignity of the great state of Illinois. This will teach other sheriffs of that state what their fate will be should they become derelict in their duties.—Columbiar, Louisville, Ky. The political situation in this county is unchanged. There are scores of candidates but as yet in the background. The most important places are those of members for the legislature and the sheriff. The local option people will make a memorable battle this spring. If Cook really is faking, what a shock on the general reputation as to truth and veracity among the men of his race. If some other democrat is to run for president what will W. J. B. do? He isn't tired of running yet. Gov. Charles S. Deneen is also good presidential timber for 1912 or 1916. The National Baptist Review of Nashville, Tenn., has reached us, being three weeks old and 16 pages large. It is needless to say that it is a creditable journal, for anything Dr. Boyd and the National Publishing Board puts out are not otherwise. It need not be a hindrance but an asset to the Union. There is plenty of room for both papers. The prediction is that The Review will prove to be a review indeed and become a credit not only to journalism in Nashville, but in the entire nation. Herbert S. Hadley of Missouri, is spoken of as good presidential timber. THAT EAST ST. LOUIS AFFAIR. Don't let the E. St. Louis street car murder and robbery case turn out like the Hallam case in this city. We have spoken out againsthenious crimes and favor punishment for the guilty, but the guilty, not merely suspects There is a tendency among a certain element to turn sentiment against the Negro and they believe by committing dastardly crimes and charging them up to Neges is a road to success, but that trick will never work. It may just as well be known now as later, the Negro is a fixed part of this nation and the nation could not get along without him if it desired, but the nation does not desire to. This nation is cognizant of the fact that the Afro American is an essential component part of the government, in dissoluble. The Negro helped to make the first permanent settlements. THE LOCAL OPTION CAMPAIGN. The local option people have already shot off their big gun and the signal for war has been given. There will be one of the most systematic campaigns ever before waged in this city. Two years ago this spring the initial fight was made and quite a good showing was made for local option, notwithstanding the "wets" won by 1800 majority. There has never been such a strong band against saloons running, provided the law regulating them was enforced. As it is almost impossible to get this law enforced, the next alternative is the elimination of the saloon altogether. The saloons are said to be the incubators where nearly all vice and sin are born. The fight this spring will be a decisive one and should local op tion win. one of the fastest cities in the United States of its size will be on trial, testing whether or not saloons really help the progress of the city or retards it. If Springfield does go dry and times become generally better, farewell to the liquor traffic THE CUTTING SCRAPE. On Christmas day at the saloon at 813 E Washington street, Tom Wright seriousy cut up Louis Moore. From information gleaned, the fight or the murd rous attack, was without provocation. Moore is an aged man and the serious wounds he received is all the more deplorable, however, he is getting along fairly well and there is hopes of his recovery. INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MARRIED LADIES. Due to the fact that such a large number of married ladies have constantly made application and are earnestly interested in and desire to assist in promoting the industrial idea as demonstrated in the Lincoln Manual Training shops, after the holidays, two afternoons will be given to those who desire to pursue the trades taught. For further information as to time, etc., see E C. Hamilton, principal, at 15th and Washington steets. Mr Arthur Johnson i spending the holidays at his home in Jacksonville, Mo. TUCKER'S PLACE. Board and Lodging House. First class accommodations Regular meals at regular meal hours. 206 North 14 St. H TU H TUCKER, Proprietor. Imperial 5 Hats MYERS & CO. 529 North Side Square PETER MYH 529 N For Fine Commercial Work HAMANN The Printer Phone 998 time, 15 6 months ade. Office Old Phone 518 Gilbert Ave 2812 "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. high heights, no Call at The --- --- New Telepnone, 1478. For Fine Commercial Work 305 SOUTH SIXTH ST. OUR ADVERTISING RATES. For display matter one time, 15c the inch; over one time, 10c, 6 month 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 o 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. You can always depend on The Forum to stand for principle above all else. You won't find styles like the IMPERIAL You won't find styles near as swagger. You won't find Imperial $3 Hats at any other store because we have the exclusive agency for this town. We believe it's the best $3 Hat made. That's why we secured the exclusive agency for them. You'll think so when you see the new winter shapes that are ready. $1.50 to East St. Louis every Saturday and Sunday ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM Call at this office for type-writing, work. 305 1/2 So. 6th St. Old phone 998. short hand and general stenographic TO THE LAWYER. Special—The Forum will be pleased to have that legal notice, divorces, etc. It is a paper of general circulation; careful in reading proof; no errors shall occur. Published regularly and out on time. Office Old Phone 518 Gilbert Ave: 2812 C. H. JONES CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER Real Estate, Rentals and Investment Loans H. Henshaw, Solicitor TERRE HAUTE IND Special services at Episcopal church Sunday-don't miss it Everybody invited 7:30, out by 8:45 or 9 P.M. Gall at The New millinery shop for the latest style hats. 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Capitol avenue, can be found the col- ored papers, magazines and tracts. Stop over there while ordering shoes and call for something to read. The Dunbar News Company Is the place where all colored papers and magazines can be had. Call at $15, $13 E. Washington, or 306% S. 6th. I purpose, step by step, to create a reg- ular news store, handling all colored literature, books, ete., also the big Sunday dailies, and leading white mag- azines. Telephone 998. E. L. Rogers Manager, If the average colored person will expend as many dollars in some kind of business as he will readily do for lodges and socials, his children wil! have a job when they grow up, eh? “How to Talk”—for sale at Thomp- son’s and Neal & Brown's. Price be. ‘The pastor and members of St. John A. M. E. church extend a standing in- vitation to you, one and all, to attend their services every Sunday. Services open promptly at 11 o'clock and you are out by 12:10 p. m. Dr. S.A. WARE, PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS, OFFICE:—627% East Adams street. HOURS: 10 a. m, to 12 m. 2p, m. to 4 p. m. 7 p.m. to 9 Telephone: (old), Omive; 3329 a “te Res., 1607-r-2 Calls promptly made. SOMETHING EVERY YOUNG MAN SHOULD HAVE, We are selling, as agent of one of the greatest and best publishing houses in this country, a few books we think should be in the library of every home, especially young men who have aspirations and desire inspiration, and more especially men who de- sire to be speakers and appear in the That Negro Business Men's League is the timeliest thing of the last dec- To Peoria -VIA- ] © ° e Illinois Traction System. $100 ONE WAY $195 ROUND T uP Fe ie re Cars Leave Springfield ~— 5:40—6:40—8:40—10:40 A. 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Remember the place: 7i9 is the Colored House on the North side Of street Miss Pearl Loomis, Ticket Seller, 719 BE. Washington St. - Springfield. [1]. forums and on the stump. Here are the names of some of the books: “Famous Orators of the World ani Their Orations,” “Dunbar’s Complete Works,” “This Country of Ours,” “Farming by Inches,” “Hiawatha,” 75 ture," by 100 colored young men; “Young People’s History of the World,” “Mastenpieces of English Oratory,” and anything else not listed, call on or write E. L. ROGERS, Agent, Cuas. S. GipBs Attorney and Counsellor at Law. NOTARY PUBLIC Office 2233 S. 5th St. Rear of White Dental Parlors. Old Phone 1963 The Forum's Staff. E. L. Rogers, Editor-in-Chief and Business Mgr. Will H. Barbour, Asst. Editor. MISS DAISY DONALDSON. Proof Reader and Stenographer. Address matter for the paper to The Forum, 3051/2 So. Sixth St. Matters of business or information to E. L. Rogers, Mgr. TIME TABLE OF THE SPRINGFIELD CONSOLIDATED RAILWAY CO. For East Capitol avenue every 12 minutes from 6:12 a. m. until 11:30 p. m. Owl cars at midnight and 12:30 a. m. For North Ninth street. For North Ninth street every 12 minutes from 6:30 a.m. until 11:24 p.m. For West Washington street every 15 minutes from 6:00 a. m. until 11:15 p. m. Owl cars at 11:45 p. m. and 12:07 a. m. For Governor street every 15 minutes from 6:07 a. m. until 11:37 p. m. Owl cars at 12:30 a. m. For South Eighth street every 15 minutes from 6:00 a. m. until 11:30 p. m. Owl cars at 11:37 and 11:52 p. m. and 12:30 and 12:52 a. m. Cars leave Fifth and Washington: For South Eleventh street every 15 minutes from 6:07 a. m. until 12:52 a. m. For Rutledge street every 15 minutes from 6:07 a. m. until 11:22 p. m. Owl cars at 11:52 a. m. and 12:23 a. m. 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, Don't Worry Twelve is composed of of the elderly married ladies-meets weekly. THIMBLE CLUB. Meets every two weeks on Friday. Besides needle work a social and literary program is rendered. GERTRUDE WADE, Pres. MARTHA CHANDLER, Secy. Don't wait to hear what the public thinks before you express your opinion. Say what you think if you believe you are right. We are with the right, as was Lincoln, and the right will win. PRICES FOR POLITICAL 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. Parties will please enter into no business transactions for this paper with anyone save authorized agents Please don't put the collectors off When the collectors come, pay them. The Negro Business Men's League meets every two weeks. We have extended an invitation to all manner of business people and you have no excuse. Call at Thompson's, 815 East Wash ington st for colored papers. A New Grocery Opened Give Us a Call Partial Contents. New Phone z Queries and answers. The Art of Conversation. Shall and Will: Should and Would: New Phone 2044 1106 E. Mason St Neal & Brow Resta Have Moved to 117 N. 8th To our new quarter cial invitation OUR M To give the best m ices and the best a attention to patr Regular Meals a specialty. 21 meals by ticket. $3.00. 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Neal&Brown's Restaurant To our new quarters, we extend a special invitation to the public. OUR MOTTO: 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. $300. Out of city trade solicited. We are prepared to serve for banquets and socials on request. NEAL & BROWN, Proprietresses. Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fresh Country Produce. The best goods at the lowest prices. Goods Delivered to all parts of the city. Hanselman & Robinson. Proprietors. PETER A. ```markdown ``` After Using ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM—CARS leave Springfield: East. North. South. 5:00 a.m. 5:00 a.m. *5:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. *6:40 a.m. 6:00 a.m. *7:00 a.m. 7:15 a.m. *7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. *8:40 a.m. 7:30 a.m. *9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. *9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:40 a.m. 9:30 a.m. *11:00 a.m. *12:40 p.m. *11:00 a.m. 12:00 m. 2:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. *1:00 p.m. *2:40 p.m. *1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. *4:40 p.m. 1:30 p.m. *3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. *3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. *6:40 p.m. 3:30 p.m. *5:00 p.m. 9:25 p.m. *5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 11:40 p.m. 6:00 p.m. *7:00 p.m. *7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 11:20 p.m. 11:00 p.m. †11:30 p.m. *Limited. †Sleeper. All others local. NO DUST DIRT SMOKE CINDER Brown's Restaurant Masonic Hall, n Street ers, we extend a spe- to the public. NOTTO: meal; the bestserv- and most courteous rons. Short orders served Out of city trade solicited. banquets and socials on request. N. Proprietresses. Fish! Fish! Fish! The East End Fish Market—Fresh and Fried, all hours during the day and until 11.30 p.m. at night. 1519 E. Mason street. Bell Telephone 3439 S J. Fisher, Proprietor. Millinery & Taught by Mrs. Clark Thompson. 1207 E. Washington Y. M. C. A. March. We have yet a few copies the Y. M. C. A. March by that brilliant young composer, Maurice . Thomas. This is one of the prettiest compositions we have heard in recent years if the piano lovers will give it a trial, we are satisfied that it will go big in this city. This music is for sale at this office. Residence Phone 2819—R 3 Office Phone 2322 A Morris Williams Attorney at Law. WILLIAMS' BLDG. 11th and Washington Sts. Springfield, - Illinois Royally Entertains in Honor of Musical Club and Gentlemen Friends. The Benedicto Musical Study Club, after attending 12 o'clock mass at St. Luke's Episcopal church on Christmas eve, proceeded to the palatial home of the president of the club, Miss Hazel Bates where the early morning hours were spent in musical renditions and parlor games of harmless amusements. At 3:30 a.m. a delicious break fast was served consisting of— Escalloped Oysters Salad on Lettuce Leaf Pickles Sandwiches Coffee Ice Cream Assorted Cake Pretty Xmas card were given as souvenirs to each guest. At half past four the joly club attended mass at the Catholic church and at six attended services at the Trinity Lutheran church. Each member of the club speaks in highest terms of the hospitality of the president, Miss Bates' entertaining of the club, however, was a fitting observance of the anniversary of the Christ. But, born with those inberent proclivities, the results of a lineage given to hospitality, it was expected and bountheously appreciated. The Xmas of 1909 will ever be remembered by the Benedicto Musical club in after years when hoary heads will recall reminiscences of the past. Let your motives be pure, girls Let come what will. Until the future unfurls, The sweet essence of a conscience sweet essence of a conscience trap.quil. At The Lincoln Theatre The vaudeville attractions will be eliminated for lack of patronage. This is to be regretted. The Negro's race pride seems to wane along some lines. The night for amatuers will be Wednesday, when those who are desirous of furthering their theatrical ambitions will be given a chance. Apply to the management. Decatur Notes The Temple Builders of St. Peters A. M. E. church rendered one of the finest musical programs last Friday evening ever given in Decatur. The readings given by Mrs. Harry Johnson and Miss Pauline Chisen could not be excelled, and the program in general was a treat to Decatur. Let the race learn to appreciate its talent and encourage them by giving them your presence. Miss Jessie and Arthur Buckner have been in Kunkakee visiting their parents. They returned last Thursday. Miss Daisy Jackson Faunt who was reported sick last week, died last Sunday morning. Her funeral was held from St. Peters A. M. E church, the service being conducted by Dr. J. T. Morrow. Her many friends mourn her loss. Mrs. Dr. H. C. Ganaway left Friday morning to spend Xmas in Nashville, Tenn. The grand jurors indicted 32 soft drink stands for selling intoxicating liquor and so far the state has lost every case. This is what local option is doing for Decatur, running the city and county in debt. Yes, the moral condition of the city is worse than ever before. Rev. J. M. Smapley pastor of Grace M. E. church Springfield, will speak at St. Peters A. M. E. church Monday evening January 3, 1910 at the celebration of the Emancipation Proclamation Go out and hear him. Rev. J. T. Morrow is working very hard to get ready to celebrate the Emancipation Proclamation Monday, Jan 3. Let the Negroes of Decatur turn out and encourage his work. We feel proud of Dr. Morrow and his wife and wish to say through the Forum that he is one of the most intellectual ministers of the gospel that Decatur affords. He knows his business; and, when his five years are out we will make arrangements to keep him five more. So those who have their eyes turned this way had better look otherwise. Miss Lila Potee accompanied Miss Ada Barks to her home in Pittsburg, Pa. They will remain during the winter. Christmas Thoughts Christmas Thoughts At the Christmas sacred song service given by the choir of the Second Baptist church. Sunday, December 26, the following paper was composed and read by Mrs. Wm. Osby, formerly of this city- WITH the coming of the Christmas season. the whole atmosphere seems filled Abraham braham Linc Abraham Lincoln A. B. The Martyred President. Today 47 years ago, Abraham Lincoln, the pro- not only of his party, but of the nation, issued the u- September 22. 1862, he had issued the conditional Davis, giving Davis 90 days to accept or reject. attention to the compromise protocol and hence Emancipation Proclamation went into effect January. Let Lincoln's name ever be held sacred. On his 101 birthday will be celebrated. 47 years ago, Abraham Lincoln, the pro is party, but of the nation, issued the upl. 1862, he had issued the conditional Davis 90 days to accept or reject. the compromise protocol and hence Proclamation went into effect January Lincoln's name ever be held sacred. On day will be celebrated. Today 47 years ago, Abraham Lincoln, the peerless leader not only of his party, but of the nation, issued the ultimatum. On September 22.1862, he had issued the conditional edict to Jeff Davis, giving Davis 90 days to accept or reject. Davis paid no attention to the compromise protocol and hence the immortal Emancipation Proclamation went into effect January 1.1863. Let Lincoln's name ever be held sacred. On February 12 his 101 birthday will be celebrated. Governon Charles. S. Deneen M. Illinois chief executive, who is being commeded generally for his failure to reinstate Sheriff Davis of Cairo, and for his ardent advocacy of a direct primary law. Governor Deueen is proving to be quite a constructive politician. with perfumes of beautiful thoughts, those of love and good will. Each though should be as pure as the little snow flakes that fall. At Christmas time many gifts are given and received. To us it is a beautiful day, a joyful day. When great men pass away a mournful dirge is tolled. Nations have days which they observe. But once in the year, the whole world stands still to commemorate the advent of Life that claims the world's undying remembrance. Christmas day is the day that cannot be erased from our calendar. The beauty of this day is simplicity. It is a day that appeals to every man and woman. Even the little child understands this joyful day. In the home, in the Sunday school, they are told the beautiful story of the shepherds and the wise men and their beautiful gifts to Christ, the new born King. In their little minds beautiful thoughts come which are as pure as the beautiful snow. On the streets as they pass to and fro, you can hear their merry voices and sounds of many stamping feet. They are happy and gay, for it is the joyous Christmas season. The little canary in its cage seems to warble its sweetest song on Christmas day. The little sparrow as it flits from tree to tree, their little chirps seem sweeter on Christmas day. And as we listen to the chimes of the bells across the gristening snow, their chimes seems sweeter and clearer on Christmas day. And as the bells swing to and fro, to all they seem to say— "Peace on Earth Good Will Toward all men" As we pass places of worship t day, we can hear sweet strains (Continued on page 6) Ladies' Work a Specialty All Work Guaranteed FIRST WARD Brown Br Ladies and Gents Clothing Work called for FIRST WARD PANATORIUM Brown Bros, Props. Ladies and Gents Clothing Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired. Work called for and delivered. Christnas Thoughts. (Continued from page 5 ) from the organ, and many voices from the choir within. And in their song they seem to sing 'Glory to God in the highest, and Peace on Earth Good Will Toward Men.' With our happy thoughts are mingled sad thoughts, for in some home, at some table, there is a vacant chair, in the church, there is a vacant pew. A mother, father, some loved one is absent today. Some are in climes far away and some have gone to that Beautiful Isle of Somewhere. Yet with our sorrows, the year has been a beautiful one. It is the year of the Lord. This joyous Christmas season will soon be o'er. It is quickly passing away. The old year must go. Those same bells that rang so sweetly on Christmas day, will be changed to somewhat a mournful dirge and could their many tongues speak, I imagine they would say: Good-bye, Old Year, Good-bye to all. Having enjoyed the Christmas festivities of the Christmas season, let us continually praise the name of Christ, the new born King, with prayer and with song. If at any time or anywhere, we can one kind word do, one ray of sunshine take, one comforting word leave, let us these do. Let us live not for self a one, but for the good we can do others, and many stars will be added to our crown. To me the following verse is a beautiful one, in it are thoughts which should dwell in the hearts of everyone. Let us in the future let this verse be our daily motto— If I can stop one heart from aching. I shall not live in vain. Mrs. Maggie Bowling and daughter Lucile of Pittsburg Kansas, are in the city visiting their sister and aunt, respectively. Mrs. Clark-Thompson, 1207 E. Washington St. The Tailor Cleaning, Dyeing, Repairing and Pressing..... While You Wait Of Ladies and Gents Garments Second hand clothes to sell also new ones for Ladies and Men. Hats cleaned and Blocked. Prices vety cdeap on all articles. 112 N. 7th St., Springfield, - Illinois. Old Phone 1550. Old Phone 1456 S. W. Corner 15th and Reynolds Sts. Or help one robin, Into its nest again, I shall not live in vain. B. Kirman. PANATORIUM Pros, Props. Clearned, Pressed and Repaired. and delivered. THE ADVERTISER. Your attention is constantly called to the people and the firms who advertise through the Forum. We carry some of the best and most reliable firms in the city and will take it as a special favor if our readers and our friends would make our advertisers their trading places. When convenient, mention the fact that you saw the ad. in the Forum. Today is Saturday. pay for the Forum. The King Walker Shoe For Men 1 A HAND SEWED SHOE Modern in every detail and built to wear. For sale at the East End Shoe Store. J. P. Roberus, Proprietor 1707 E. Capitol Av. Old Pnone 3914 FURNITURE STORE We have a complete line of New and Second hand furniture. Heating Stoves, Cook Stoves and Ranges We have a nice line of house furnishing goods Sold for cash or on easy payments. 128 N. 7th St. Od Phone: 2311 H SALLIE. Prop. WEEKLYCOURIERJOURNAL HENRY WATTERSON. Editor. Is a National Newspaper, Democratic in politics. It prints all the news without fear or favor. The regular price is $1.00 a year, but you can get the Weekly Courier-Journal and The Forum, both one year for $1.50 if you will give or send your order to this paper—not to the Courier-Journal. Daily Courier-Journal, a year, $6.00; Sunday Courier-Journal, a year, $2.00. We will give you a combination cut rate on Daily or Sunday if you will write this paper. --- Springfield, Ill For Sale! For Sale! Colored Papers from all over the United States. N. Y. Age, Freeman, Planet. Some of the best weekly papers in the Country. The Age gives you the most complete details of what the Colored people are doing worthy of note. Call at Thompson's, 815 Washington St. Neal and Brown's Resturant, Masonic Hall. Robert's Shoe store, 1707 E. Capitol Ave., L. J. Harris' store, 1015 So. 17 St. Round Oaks, Estate Oaks, Century Hot Blast, Garland Riverside Oak and many other well known makes. -OF- By the Ton $2.50. Prompt De liveries. Old Phone 2563 Residence 1707 East Lawrence Bell 'Phone: 2156 7th & Adams Sts Office Hours: 9 to 12 Room No. 1 2 to 5 P. M. Upstairs. 7 to 9 P. M. Dr. N. B. FORD, PHYSICIAN and SURGEON special Attention Given Diseases of Women, Children add General sur- gery. N. W. Corner 7th & Adams, Room 1. Springfield. Illinois. Chancery Notice. Charles S. Gibbs, Complainant's Solicitor. STATE OF ILLINOIS, Sangamon County, ss. Circuit Court, January Term, A. D. 1910. Lucy Williams, vs. In Chancery. Morris Williams, Affidavit of the non-residence of Morris Williams, defendant above named, having been filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of said County, notice is hereby given to the said Morris Williams that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 24th day of November, A. D. 1909, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of January next, 1910, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Morris Williams, shall be and appear before the Sangamon County, Circuit Court, on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the Court House in the City of Springfield, on the first Monday of January, A. D. 1910, and plead, answer or demur to said complainant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therein charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you, according to the prayer of said bill. S. T. JONES. Clerk. WANTED-Colored girls for cooks and house work Apply at Illinois Free Employment Bureau, 3054 S. 6th St. Lodges and their meeting nights and place of meeting will be carried for 25c the month. We have all manner of lodges here. REISCH BREWERY CO City Brewery Their Bottle Beer is Fine Bock's Special Can't be Beat Try it! —FOR SALE AT— Neal and Brown's The Freeman and the New York Age and all colored literature: including copies of the FORUM. Colored men, stand for better government. Subscribe for The Forum. Chancery Notice. Charles S. Gibbs, Complainant's Solicitor. STATE OF ILLINOIS. Sangamon County. Circuit Court, January Term, A. D. 1910. Amelia Sheffey, vs. In Chancery. Andrew Sheffey, Affidavit of the non-residence of Andrew Sheffey, defendant above named, having been filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of said County, notice is hereby given to the said Andrew Sheffey, that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 18th day of October, A. D. 1909, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of January next, 1910, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Andrew Sheffey, shall be and appear before the Sangamon County Circuit Court, on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the Court House in the City of Springfield, on the first Monday of January, A. D. 1910, and plead, answer or demur to said complainant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therein charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you, according to the prayer of said bill. 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