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THE FORUM CHAS. A. BROWN Attorney at Law. The above is a good likeness of Chas. A. Brown, who passed the examination for admission to the bar at the October session held by the State Board of Law Examiners for admission to the bar in the State of Illinois on the 11th and 12th days of October A. D. 1910. Mr. Brown will, no doubt, prove to be an able lawyer as time rolls on. He is a graduate of the Central High School of Texarkana, Texas, but gives credit for his success in the legal world to the Hon. H. Clay Wilson, who was the tutor of the Harlan Law Class of which Mr. Brown was a member. Mr. Brown also gives much credit to Dr. J. H. MeGhee for assistance in literary work while Dr. MeGhee was the principal of Ambidexter Institute in this city. Mr. Brown is the third member of the Harlan Law Class to be admitted to the bar in this State, and will, on or about the first day of November, 1910, form a law partnership with Chas. S. Gibbs under the firm name and style of Gibbs & Brown. Mr. Brown is a scholar, a student, a jolly good fellow, and, withal, a modest, unassuming fellow, with honesty, integrity, commonalty and tenacity as the predominating traits of his character. This combination, together with the fact that both of the members of the new law firm are well and favorably known, will, no doubt, cause a stream of clients to flow into their offices at No. 2231/2 S. Fifth street in this city, and THE FORUM can assure the public that every one will get a square deal and honest, conscientious service from the new law firm of Gibbs & Brown. A WORTHY CANDIDATE. From time to time during the weeks that remain before the election day, "the Forum" will endeavor to give its readers a few facts regarding some of the qualifications of the nominees on the Republican ticket and the reason why they should receive the vote of the Negro race at the coming election. We stand first and always for the Republican party, and if a presidential campaign was on we would set out our reasons in full. We stand for the Republican nominees because they are men of character and our friends, and one of the first on our list for fairness in all matters in which our people are concerned. We are glad to place Representative Thos E. Lyon, who served during last session, was renominated on Sept. 15th, and who will be re-elected on Nov. 8th if the voters do their duty and give him the share of votes that belong to REV. J. M. SMALLEY These Church Rally at Grace M. E. Will Take Place Tomorrow. him. He is a young man who has made an enviable reputation, both in the House, as a lawyer and as a business man. Nothing that he has ever done has been subject to criticism; he has endeavored at all times to render the very best service to his immediate constituency, as well as to the State at large. He is a young man with a clean, spotless reputation and strong character. He aligns himself only with those citizens who stand for right things, moral elevation, and progressive measures, and these are the paramount issues in the cause of good government. The Colored people ask for nothing because they are "Colored," but we want a fair deal and we may say for a fact that in the person of T. E. Lyon they have a true friend who is always ready to help them to earn an honest living at any honorable work. CANDIDATES WHO STAND FOR PRINCIPLES We call your attention to the following candidates and their respective offices, advising you to support them on their merits and on their respective fitness for the office to which they aspire: For State Senator, Logan Hay, a man well known not only in Sangamon and Morgan counties, but over the entire State for his sterling qualities and excellent ability; he stands out squarely for advanced ideas and progressive measures; his platform may be seen and read in the daily papers and in this paper. He stands for the best interest of the "Common people." The Colored people know the Senator and admire his manhood. He stands firm on all of the paramount vital issues. He is a safe legislator. Harry W. Wilson is making a good legislator. He has proven a friend to the peer and the laboring man. Henry Mester, the candidate for Sheriff, is a man highly recommended by the citizens of this city and county. Mr. Mester has the highest endorsement of this paper. C. W. Byers, a young Republican product of this county, is a candidate for County Clerk, and stands well. He has striven to uphold the best interest of the city and the county at all times. He solicits the Republican vote of the county. He has the ability to fill the place creditably and efficiently. He will do it. His past record will guarantee the promise. Julius Mester is an old reliable resident of Springfield who is aspiring for Probate Clerk, a very able man so far as being able to handle the office is concerned. Chas. H. Edmands, for County Treasurer, received the nomination by acclamation, thus verifying the fact to the Republicans that he is their unanimous choice. Mr. Edmands is highly respected by all who know him, and is a young man thoroughly competent in every respect to discharge the duties encumbered upon the County Treasurer. If elected to that office he will give all a square deal. He solicits the votes of the people of Sangamon County. H. Clay Wilson, the Republican candidate for Congress from the Twenty-first Congressional district, is so well known and equally so well liked that it is hardly necessary for us to extenuate along the line of introductory. Mr. Wilson should be elected by all hazards. C. H. Jenkins, candidate for Probate Judge, is a very popular young man. Since being elected t. the office of Police Magistrate he has made for himself an enviable reputation. Mr. Jenkins is an able man, well educated. J. B. Weaver, candidate for County Judge, stands high, is a man of ability and a lawyer of note and experience. He, too, has become very popular since being elected Justice of the Peace. To avoid having a "tainted" legislature is to avoid voting for "tainted" men. The election comes off soon. Remember the ones who are endorsed by the people, in whom you have confidence, and vote only for such men. You must not vote for any other. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1910 Gov. Chas. S. Deneen Gov. Chas. S. Deneen J. Who is making Stump Speeches in the interest of the Republican State and Legislative Tickets. REV. J. H. NICHOLS, D. D. A Good Man Gone to His Rest Meets Tragic Death—Deceased Well Liked By All—Widow Left Comfortable. On last Wednesday afternoon, in a country village near by Urbana, Illinois, the Rev. J. H. Nichols, D. D., for a long time pastor of the Salem Baptist church, of Champaign, Ill., and recently pastor of the Baptist church in Petersburg, Ill., and more recently missionary for the Wood River Baptist Association of this State, met his death while assisting in moving a house on the Thornburn farm, near Leverett. Dr. Nichols crawled under the house to adjust a large roller used in moving the house, and by some unknown means got his hand caught under the roller, and the driver, being deaf, could not hear him when he gave the cry to stop the horses, so the roller continued to roll on him until it rolled over his head, mashing it as flat as a pan cake. Death was instantaneous. The city of Champaign was fairly shook from center to circumference. Dr. Nichols was easily the most prominent colored person in the city, and was regarded a business genius by the white business men of the city. A letter to Mrs. Gov. Chas. Who is making St interest of the Republ lative Tickets. Nichols two days after the death of her husband contained matter of regard of the highest character. It was written to her by the two most prominent lawyers in the city, and it was their opinion that Dr. Nichols was the most scholarly and business-like of any of his race in the city. Dr. Thomas and Fisher, of Chicago, were the only persons out of the city, except an adopted son, who attended the funeral. The officers of the State convention and association did not get word in time to be present, as the body could not be kept longer than twelve hours. Dr. Nichols was well known in this city and will be mourned by it for days to come. It was his time to go. Let us not find fault with the Providence of God. —Contributed. "THE REPUBLICAN PARTY IN SPRINGFIELD." If the Republican party in Springfield, or the State of Illinois, hopes to win, that party will have to do the right thing by the Negro. We may as well concede the facts. The Negro has been a factor in Republican politics ever since 1860, and regardless of how anxious some ignorant lesser lights are to relegate him and minimize him, he remains a conspicuous factor nevertheless. Able Negroes helped to make the Republican party and, like Banquo's ghost, he will not down. If the party does not recognize this fact it will not win. The State of Illinois had better take notice. "THE BOY PREACHER." Washington Chavis, the youthful "Preacher," has been drawing crowds all over the city. He preached at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and a very large audience attended the services. This young boy is truly a phenomenon. SENATOR DOLLIVER DEAD U. S. Senator Dolliver, of Iowa is dead. He died suddenly and was just in the prime of life. Was a noted orator of the age. Senators Dolliver and Beveridge were the master orators in the Senate The former was a prominent Republican statesman, and all will miss him. FIRE DESTROYS GEM CAFE. Last Monday morning about 4 o'clock the Gem Cafe, owned and operated by G. E. Ousley, was totally destroyed by fire and water. All the restaurant fixtures were totally consumed and the quarters of the Y. M. C. A. above were badly damaged, as was also the room occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Gaskin. S. Deneen ump Speeches in the ican State and Legis- MATRIMONIAL Mrs. Retta Woodford Edwards, a very prominent woman in society and business circles in the city, was on Tuesday evening married to Dr. Croaker, of Chicago. The ceremony took place at 8:30 p. m. Tuesday, Oct. 18. A soft and sweet wedding march was rendered by Miss Hazel Bates as the stately couple slowly strolled across the floor diagonally and met to be united by Rev. Sydes of St. Paul's A. M. E. church. The decoration was pink and white. The house was artistically lighted with candles. Y. M. C. A. SERVICES Rev. Sydes, pastor of St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, was the principal speaker at the Y. M. C. A. last Sunday. His was a timely lecture and profitable. Rev. Collins was also present and made a few remarks in the interest of the Association. Very encouraging remarks were delivered by Mr. C. A. Ellis, who was present at the meeting also. Mr. S. J. Williams will continue his lecture on the Bible tomorrow. Rev. Slatter occupied the pulpit at Grace M. E. Church on last Sunday at 11 a. m. and preached an able sermon. Preached at Bufalo at 3 p. m. and Rev. Manuel at 8 p. m. Historical Society Sta "TO THE COLORED VOTERS OF SANGAMON COUNTY." In less than three weeks you will be called upon to cast your ballot and assist in selecting men to frame laws that will either assist in continuing the prosperity we now have, or usher in a regime of poverty and distress. It is your duty to march to the polls in a solid phalanx, and vote the Republican ticket. The Republican party, born of necessity, is the party of liberty and of human rights, and to her prowess and courage we owe our liberty. This grand old party buried the slave block, took from the blood-hound his commission, wrapped the Stars and Stripes around the Slave and gave him his liberty; clothed him with citizenship, and put the schoolhouse within his reach and made it possible for him to obtain an education. There may be those amongst us who complain, and perhaps the party has not done as much for us as it might have done, but it can be said that all that has been done for the Colored man has been brought about by the Republican party. The Republican party is not an experiment; she has been tried and proven true. It dignified labor when it enacted the eight hour law. The employee's liability law is a deed of the party. The delivery of mails in the rural districts has proven daily to be a two-fold blessing; first, it gives those in the rural districts the daily news of the world, and also stimulates counties and communities to build good roads, and makes cities and markets more accessible. The Postal Savings Banks, which are guarantees to the poor in order to have their savings properly protected, are but a few things done to ameliorate the condition of the poor. It is almost needless to discuss here the benefit that the Colored race received from the protective tariff. Without it this country would soon be flooded with pauper-made goods from Europe; the fires would be drawn from the furnaces, the mines would be closed, the whirl of machinery could not be heard, and millions would be thrown out of work. Lean face Famine would stare us in the face. Thanks to the Republican party standing in the defense of the American working man. Can the Colored Citizen afford at this time to turn away from the party, or stand idly by and see it defeated? I answer "No." The Democratic party has always been a foe of human rights and liberty, the party of retrenchment, wherever it has dominated, and could take the ballot from the Colored man, shamefully Jim Crowed him and fought against him in every possible way. You may say and believe it impossible for such conditions to exist in Illinois, but be put on your guard. Unless you, as men, do your whole duty—register, vote and get all others you can to vote the ticket, Illinois may be disgraced with Democratic stupidity. See to it that the upper and lower houses of the legislature are Republican. Don't grow indifferent and stay at home on election day thinking it to be all right. It will not be all right until you have done your duty as a man. Stand by the party that has so loyally stood by you in all these years. You owe it to yourself and country. Think of the State being the cradle of the Republican principles that gave as her sacrifice the immortal Lincoln to be offered up on the altar of human liberty. Now if you can prove disloyal to the party it is left to you. But let the "Colored" man of this State, and especially of Sangamon County, see to it that the State be saved to the Republican party. MARY STOUT GETS 15 YEARS. Mrs. Mary Stout, charged with the murder of Jno. O'Conner, deputy game warden, on last July, bad her day in court last week. She was ably defended by Attorney John Freidmeyer. According to evidence adduced she was a bad 'and woman, who had for obvious reasons, with malice aforethought, murdered O'Conner. She also proved to be another character of the lower strata and caused a deal of trouble and received the very light sentence of only fifteen years in the penitentiary. HENRY BLAIR Cadidate for Instruction to the Office of State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Mr. C. A. Brown, of 1208 South Sixteenth street, who was admitted to practice law in the State of Illinois, is a young man of whom the city is proud. He has worked with patience assiduously for the past decade, taking care of his family, buying a home and studying law. He never waged. He joined the Harlan law class February, 1904, and kept on pushing and persevering until he achieved the object for which he set out to obtain. His success should be inspiration to young men in the various avocations in life. All delegates who were appointed by Governor Deneen to the Educational Congress at St. Louis last August are requested to meet at Zion Baptist Church next Wednesday evening, Oct. 26, at 8 o'clock, for the purpose of organizing the State of Illinois into districts. Hon. J. C. Napier of Nashville, Temn., is to succeed the Hon. Wm. T. Vernon as register of the U. S. Treasury. Mr. Napier is one of the most prominent men of the South and he, as well as Tennessee, is to be congratulated. The successful operation of the Wright biplane is a wonder of the age and a revelation to the world of what might be accomplished in aerial navigation. Brookins' and Hoxsey's flight from Criege to Springfield and from Springfield to St. Louis, respectively, establish new records, not only for speed, but also for sustained distances. We may expect aerial stations and passengers traveling from here to various points in the next decade. Remember we want a man elected to the office of sheriff who will not draw the color line. A county treasurer also. We, as a race and a part of this county, have practically no representation in these places. If the men who seek these offices expect the Colored vote, it is their duty to let the Colored man have assurance that he will give them something tangible in the way of remunerative employment. No hot air promises go. Who Will Conduct the Bible Study for the Y. M. C. A. Sunday. J. C. NAPIER TO SUCCEED THE SCIENCE OF AVIATION. THE SHFRIFF'S OFFICE. M. B. THE FORUM ROGERS & OSBY Proprietors and Publishers 119 N. Eighth St. A weekly paper devoted to the interests of the whole people. Entered as second-class mail matter February 24, 1904, at the postoffice at Springfield, Ill., under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. One Year ..... $1.50 One Month ..... 15c Per Copy ..... 5c E. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. J. B. Osby, Associate Editor. Saturday, Oct. 22, 1910 THE NEGRO PREACHER THE NEGRO PREacher. Charges have recently been made against a high church official here and there, and as a result volumes of denunciation have been heaped upon the Negro preacher. There are rascals among the Negro preachers, just as there are rascals in all other professions and callings, among all races. We should not too hastily condemn the Negro minister. He has come up through many trials. He has served a people who until recent years have been notoriously too poor to compensate him for his services; for twenty-five years, immediately succeeding the war, he was in many localities the teacher, lawyer and private secretary of the community in which he lived. He calculated the amount due by his members for wages, as his share of the crop or in settlement for his contract. He advised about the purchase of property, induced the wayward son and daughter to return to the parental roof, counseled with the family when one of its members was in trouble or death had broken it up. He wrote letters for those who could not write and read letters for those who could no read. He kept family secrets and put heart into many a discouraged man. These things should not be forgotten, now that the public school has in temporal matters made us to some extent independent of the Negro preacher.—Spokane (Wash.) Forum. THE NEGRO WHO CONVINCED A PRESIDENT THAT HE WAS RIGHT. The first Negro to serve in the United States Senate was the late Blanche K. Bruce. Elected a member of that body, in 1875, from Mississippi, when that state was undergoing reconstruction, he remained a senator until 1881, when he was appointed registrar of the treasury by President Garfield. That position Bruce was still holding when Grover Cleveland was inaugurated president for the first time. There was a good deal of interest in the purpose of the new president respecting the office of registrar. It was known that several colored members of the president's party who had some political influence were anxious to serve as registrar, yet many of the president's friends predicted that he would keep Bruce in the office. However, another appointment was made in due course, and not until McKinley became president did the former registrar emerge from private life, when he again became registrar of the treasury, remaining in that position until his death the following year. And yet, for all that, Bruce was not reappointed registrar by President Cleveland, the latter very earnestly desired that the colored man should accept reappointment. Shortly after his inauguration, and while he was considering various minor though important appointments, the president sent a messenger to the regis Edgar C. PRUITT M. B. For County Supt. of Schools. trar of the treasury asking that official to call upon him. Bruce responded promptly and was received with great courtesy. "Senator Bruce," said the president, "I have had many applications from my personal friends to appoint some one of my own party as registrar of the treasury. But I have had only one mind about this appointment since my election. I am going to reappoint you. And no appointment that I could make would give me more gratification." Bruce was clearly taken aback. "Why, Mr. President," he said, "I had not expected anything like this. And I thank you from the bottom of my heart, and I shall always remember with gratitude this proof of your confidence in me. But, Mr. President, it is impossible; you must not make this appointment." It was the president's turn to show surprise. And he did it. "But why?" he asked. "There is no good reason why you should not serve under a Democratic administration." "No good personal reason, Mr. President," responded the registrar, courteously. "But there is an imperative political reason why I should not accept the office." Again the president showed plainly his surprise. "What is that?" he queried. "I don't understand. I can think of no reason whatsoever that should deter you from taking an appointment from me." "Mr. President," said Senator Bruce, "I don't like to say it to you, and I hope you will understand that I say it only to make clear my position to you, since you have offered me this appointment—but if I should accept office—any office whatever—under a democratic administration, and especially after holding office under a republican administration, my people could never be persuaded that I had not berayed them." For a considerable period the president looked steadily at the Negro before him, and the longer he looked the less certain was Bruce of the effect of his explanation on the president. But at last the latter spoke. "Senator Bruce," he said, "if that is your feeling, you can not afford to accept my offer. And though I had not looked at the matter in that light, you have convinced me that your reason is a good one—that your decision is the only proper one. But let me tell you that the day is surely coming when your people will not regard it as a betrayal of trust for one of their race to accept high appointment from a Democratic president." WELCOME HOME The Irish never knew but one soul whom they fully trusted. Let royalty warm him to its bosom, kings and princes call him brother, or red?lipped queens beam upon him the seductive smiles that overthrow kingdoms and of thrones make altars of carnage. Dublin knew that Ireland was dearer to the heart of Daniel O'Connell than all of pomp and glory and empty splendor. As Ireland and the Irish held O'Connell first before or since the holy day that he arose to be a prince and leader among them, so do the sad, dark millions upon this continent hold their Washington, the undisputed apostle of Ethiopia's reviving glory, and one of the precious few immortals the new world has contributed to time and to fame. He gave to his people a battlecry; he advanced in their behalf to the bitter lines drawn by the aggressive and embittered of the conquering tribes of men, and turned curses into peace. He gave to his people a system of education, led them in the ways of progress, and built for them a press whose tones sound from the Atlantic to the Pacific. He was yet, and is, stout hearted against the slanderous, and unwavering in the pursuits of his philosophy, the essence of which is true freedom and the end of which is that justice whose exaltation is its chief defense. Welcome home! "A poor Virginia cabin gave the seed;" Europe, its kings and princes, its wealth and culture, its queens and the minds that direct its affairs, have paid their tribute to the man! The world has measured him, and the world accepts him as a son worthy of the wreaths garlanded for the great. Welcome home! The shafts of envy rest in vulgar hands, nor can they do him harm. The wretch is alone who would rob him of one note of praise; the blackguard is not of righteous men who would impute to him one motive not fair to behold. Where one would say him nay, millions revere him as not only their Moses, leading them out of the wilderness of poverty and ignorance, but likewise their Joshua, leading them into a land of plenty and peace and liberty. If Europe crowned him with its respect and regard and understood how marvelous a man moved among them, his country and his people crowned him long since with a crown of love that can never die. Welcome home! Welcome to the country whose womb gave you to time, and whose bosom nurtured you to fame. Welcome from the race that knows no other voice on the battlefield of struggle. Welcome from the millions that know a fame like yours, one people, one race nor one country can claim alone. Welcome to the castles of the rich and the cabins of the poor. 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FOR—Catarrh, Croup, Colds, Coughs, Lagrippe, Quinzy, Tonsilitis, Sore Throat, Congestion of Lungs and Pneumonia, Hay Fever, Asthma, Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Pains, Lame Back, Sprains, Bruises, Stiff or Sore Muscles, Blood Poison, Uleers, Old Sores, Carbuncles, Boils, Cuts, Wounds, Fever Blisters, Sores in Mouth, Insect Bites, Burns, Scalds, Eczema, Earache, Headache, Toothache, Teething, Frosted Feet, Corns, Bunions, Female Diseases, Childbirth, Fever, Sleeplessness, Sore Eyes, Lumbago and Kidney Trouble, Piles, Tetter, Ringworm, Itch, Ivy Poison, Complexion and Pimples, Cracked or Chapped Hands, Sore Breast and Nipples, Erysipelas, Sore or Itching Scalp, and Cold, Sweating, Burning or Aching Feet. 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 $3.00 Hat made. That's why we secured the exclusive agency for them. You'll think so when you see the new Fall and Winter shapes that are ready. YERS & CO. SIDE SQUARE enting Pretective League Representing ATTENTION THERE WILL BE A GRAND ENTERTAINMENT GIVEN BY CENTRAL LODGE No. 3 A. F. & A. M. THURSDAY EVENING, NOV. 2, 1910 AT MASONIC HALL, 119 N. EIGHTH ST. MUSIC BY NIX FULL ORCHESTRA REFRESHMENTS SERVED ADMISSION 35c COMMITTEE Abner Naylor, Chairman James C. Adams Major Otis B. Duncan J. W. Slaughter Samuel Alexander A. M. Williams Forrest Cooper, Secretary FURNISHED ROOMS. With or without Board, 1203 E Washington Street. MRS. E. TERRELL. Prop. BOLLMAN LAUNDRY 723 E. Washington St. Does first class work and prompt service. Our prices are reasonable. Give us a trial and be convinced. Call up 207, both phones. Geo: Bollman, Prop. & Mgr CHURCH DIRECTORY St. Luke's Episcopal Church. REV. R. L. WILSON, Rector. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning Prayer and Sermon at 11:00 a.m. Election Day and Sermon at 8:00 p.m. Celebration of Holy Communion, first Sunday of each month at 11:00 a.m. Ladies' instruction every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Ladies' Guild Meets every Friday at 2:00 p.m. Principal Saints' Days are observed by the celebration of Holy Communion. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, REV. THEOPHILUS PRICE, Pastor. Preaching every Sunday at 10:45 a.m. and Sunday School at 2:45 a.m. Alien Christian Endeavor at 6:30 p.m. Class every Sunday at 12:00 noon Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. REV. D. W. BLOODWURTH, Pastor Services, Sunday at ..... 1:10 a. m. Sunday School at ..... 1:20 p. m. Easter School at ..... 7:30 p. m. Prayer meeting Wednesday At ..... 8:00 p. m. Grace M. E. Church. REV. J. M. SMALLEY, Pastor Services, Sunday at ..... 11:00 a.m. Sunday School at ..... 9:30 a.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at ..... 8:00 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at ..... 8:00 p.m. Unien Baptist Church. Twelfth and Male School, REV. A. W. INVOCY, Pastor. Services, Sunday at 11:00 a.m. B. Y. P. U. at 7:00 p.m. Sermon at 8:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Holy Communion first Sunday of each month. Sunday School at 2:30 P. M. Zlen Baptist Church. Ninth and Carpenter Streets. REV. A. W. WILLIAMS, Pastor. Sunday Service at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School at 1:00 p.m. Sunday School at 9:10 p.m. Evening Service at 8:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. New Hope Baptist Church, Eighth and Miller Streets. REV. D. J. TATE, Pastor. Sunday Services at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School at 9:10 p.m. Sermon at 8:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. St. John A. M. E. Church, REV. G. W. JONES, Pastor Sunday Services at 10:30 a.m. School at 2:00 a.m. Evening Service at 7:45 p.m. Official Board Meeting Mon. School at 8:00 p.m. Prayer and Praise Meeting Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. Sunday School Teachers Rehearsal Fridays at 8:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Fridays at 8:00 p.m. REV. N. GRIFFITT, In Charge. Sunday Services ..... 10:30 a. m. Sunday School ..... 1:30 p. m. Preaching ..... 3:00 p. m. and 7:30 p. m. Prayer Meeting, Tuesday ..... 8:00 p. m. SECOND SEVENTH DAY ADVENTI- IST CHURCH. Fifteenth Street, Between Brown and Stuart Streets—Elder L. W. Browne, Pastor. Sabbath School ..... 10:00 a. m. Sabbath Service ..... 11:00 a. m. Missionary Volunteer Soci- ety Meeting ..... 3:30 p. m. Prayer Meeting, Wednesday ..... 8:00 p. m. Sunday Evening Service ..... 8:00 p. m. REV. J. H. DOSWELL, Pastor. Services Every Sunday at ... 8:00 p. m. Sunday School at ... 2:30 p. m. Instruction Every Wed., at ... 8:00 p. m. Cora Wells Chile Parlor and Short Orders 302 N 12th St. ATTE THERE W GRAND ENT GIVE CENTRAL L LOCAL NEWS. Patronize the advertisers. Today is Saturday, pay for THE FORUM. Our women should not make "Good hair" per se, a virtue. Drop in and see G. Washington Jones, Twelfth and Madison Sts. City Attorney Roy M. Seeley was married this week to Miss McGowan. See Mrs. E. L. Rogers for dress- making, plain or fancy. Old Tele- phone 4622. Mr. Clarence Leggins, who has been ill for the past fortnight, is convalescing. Mr. Clarence Taylor, of St. Louis, Mo., is visiting Miss Sydes for several days. The Y. M. C. A. is making preparations to have Hon W. T. Vernon here in November. Mr. Green Johnson and his wife are returning to Springfield after a protracted stay in Quincy. Tomorrow the services of the Association will be held at Masonic Hall, 119 $ \frac{1}{2} $ North Eighth street. We insist on a better home and moral training for the youth. This applies more directly to the Negro. Miss Mable Bigby and Mr. Harlem Bigby of Chester, Ill., were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Nelson during the Fair. WANTED—Colored girls for cooks and housework. Apply at Illinois Free Employment Bureau, 305 $ \frac{1}{2} $ South Sixth street. Mrs. A. Jackson, of Madison, Iowa, is here visiting her relatives, Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Williams, of 1416 East Brown street. Mrs. Fannie Woods received the sad news Sunday of the death of her brother, Joe Corbin, in Jacksonville. She left at once for said city. Mrs. Mary Williams, of Chicago, and Mrs. Addie Woods made a flying trip to St. Charles, Mo., St. Louis and East St. Louis last week. Rev. C. H. Jones, who has been engaged in real estate business in Terre Haute, Ind., is returning to Springfield to cast his lot amongst his old friends. On account of the damage by fire to their barber shop, Messrs. Grady and Webster and their assistants have been on an involuntary vacation this week. WANTED—Agents to sell new towns in the oil fields of Oklahoma. Reference required. M. O. & G. Town Co., 646 Randolph Building, Memphis, Tenn. 6 Mrs. Manuel, of Grace M. E church, will give an entertainment at her residence on East Stuart street tonight for the benefit of Club No. 4. Come out and assist her. The Gem Cafe, which was destroyed by fire, will reopen as soon as the place is put back in readiness. Work is going on removing the debris and overhauling the place. Please do not expect us to run your church advertisements as "news." You have no more right to expect that class of advertising free than you do your lights and fuel free. The Misses Edna and Grace Hogan, Ioda Harrison, Henrietta Jenkins, and Lalitte Chambers, from Peoria, spent Sunday in the city. All were the guests of the Misses White and Bates. The Zion Baptist church is preparing to give a grand Thanksgiving and Contest Rally on Thursday and Sunday, November 24 and 27, 1910. We sincerely desire the patronage and the presence of all. Mrs. Hardin Long, 1512 South Seventeenth street, entertained Saturday evening, Oct. 8, in honor of her guest, Mrs. W. M. Conway, of Peoria, instead of the parties mentioned in last week's issue of THE FORUM. The officers and members, assisted by the "boy" preacher at the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, had the successful rally Sunday. The boy preacher entertained a large audience. "A little child shall lead them." The New Hope Baptist Church, corner of Miller and Eighth streets, is now engaged in a revival service, under the leadership of Rev. Tate, their pastor. There are several eminent divines to assist Rev. Tate during these services. Miss Bessie Jones, of Frankfort, Ky., who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. T. Taylor, of the east end of the city, was entertained by Miss Lovina Watts Saturday evening from 8 to 11 o'clock. A number of guests were present and all enjoyed a delightful time. THE FORUM office has been moved to 119 North Eighth street, Masonie building. We are ready for that printing. We propose to give a good paper—better than ever. Will you reciprocate? Our phones will be placed in as soon as possible. You can reach the editor's residence by calling Old 4622. The following young people participated in an outing last Saturday and had a delightful and enjoyable time. A delicious luncheon was served on the grass, and the refreshing water was brought from a nearby spring. The vales and dales near Mechaniesburg rang with merriment. Those present were: M. B. Ford, G. A. Arthur, and N. Goin; the Misses G. Eulilia, M Osby, Elise A. Ford, Effie and Lelia Goin, Miss Medeira Goin, chaperon. J. B. OSBY WINS CIVIL RIGHTS CASE. J. B. Osby, ex-Supervisor and a member of The Forum Printing Co., won his suit in East St. Louis last week. Last summer Mr. Osby was in East St. Louis on business and stopped in a restaurant to get a meal. The proprietor, or his agent, refused him, whereupon suit was brought under the statute, which forbids any place, known in law as a "public place," refusing to serve a man or person merely on account of race or nationality. Attorney W. A. Barnett had the case. The victory is significant. THEATRICAL NEWS Has Nervous Breakdown Bob Cole, of Cole and Johnson's Theatrical Co., suffers as well as others in the theatrical world, with a nervous breakdown, caused, it is said, by too much mental work and strain. At present he is resting in a private sanitarium and is not serious. It is reported that he will return to the stage soon, if not done so already. We are sorry to learn of this, the second great Negro show to be crippled thus. THE ECHO CONCERT. The Echo Concert, rendered at Union Baptist church last Monday evening, under the auspices of the Woman's Club, was a flattering success. All of the speeches, or reports, were pointed, informing and instructive. A fairly good audience was out. Special comment should be given little Miss Moore, whose vocal rendition was surpassingly fine. Her piano accompanist was Prof. Schucke, of Decatur. M. H. SPENCER WITH THE FORUM. Rev. M. H. Spencer has been secured on The Forum staff, and is duly authorized to do business for the same. He is to represent the paper in all capacities. You will so recognize him. FORUM. 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. "It is no benefit to have given me something, but it is a benefit to have enabled me to obtain something for myself."—Emerson. Parties will please enter into ne business transactions for this paper with anyone save authorized agents 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 ex- cuse. ENTERPRISE SAVINGS BANK ILLINOIS SAVINGS INVESTMENT ENTERPRISE LOAN & SAVING COMPANY ENTERPRISE SAVING Our bank will receive deposits from the smallest to the largest amounts, interest will be paid on average balances every three months with checking privileges. We especially call your attention to our penny savings department for children, which will be inaugurated on the day of the final opening, in which deposits from one cent up will be received, on which accounts, interest will be paid as on other accounts. Let everyone begin teaching their children the habit of saving. We earnestly ask the co-operation of the public generally in our great work in the future as they have seen fit to give us in the past, which has brought us from the institution of a few dollars to our present position of thousands, we guarantee them the same attention, protection, care and profits as they have received in the past, about which we respectfully refer you to any and all of our stockholders, and customers. Let everybody deposit something. LEGAL In Chancery. CHARLES GIBBS, Complainant's Solicitor. State of Illinois, Sangamon County, ss. OCTAVIA BEECHAM VS ROLLA BEECHAM—In Chancery. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Rolla Beecham, 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 Rolla Beecham, that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 15th day of August, A. D. 1910, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of September next, 1910, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Rolla Beecham, 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 November, 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. CHARLES S. GIBBS, Complainant's Sollicitor. State of Illinois, Sangamon County, ss. PEARL LUCAS VS. SIMON LUCAS —In Chancery. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Simon Lucas, 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 Simon Lucas, that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 28th day of September, A. D. 1910, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Mnday of November next, 1910, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Simon Lucas, 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 Huse, in the City of Springfield, on the first Monday of November, 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. J. W. WATKINS CONTRACTOR Cement Sidewalks, Gistern Building, Etc. 1007 S. 17th St. Springfield, Ill. LEGAL CIRCUIT COURT. November Term. A. D. 1910. CIRCUIT COURT. November Term, A. D. 1910. Old Phone 3802 PENNY SAVINGS DEPARTMENT will receive deposits from the smallest test will be paid on average balance checking privileges. Usually call your attention to our penny men, which will be inaugurated on the rich deposits from one cent up will, interest will be paid as on other teaching their children the habit of easily ask the co-operation of the public the future as they have seen fit to giveught us from the institution of a few of thousands, we guarantee them thee and profits as they have received in effectfully refer you to any and all of o Respectfully yours, ENTERPRISE SAVINGS 11th and Washington Sts., Spring Hartmann Bros. Wholesale and Retail Bakery Both Phones 527 900 and 902 E. Washington St. Springfield, - Illinois Outside Shipping Orders a Specialty. Respectfully yours, ENTERPRISE SAVINGS BANK 11th and Washington Sts., Springfield, Illinois. FORD'S HAIR POMADE THE OLD RELIABLE DRESSING FOR KINKY OR CURLY HAIR. IT'S USE MAKES STUBBORN, NARSH HAIR SOFTER, MORE PLIABLE AND GLOSSY, EASY TO COMB AND PUT UP IN ANY STYLE THE LENGTH WILL PERMIT. WRITE FOR TESTIMONIES, TELLING HOW THIS REMARKABLE REMEDY MAKES SHORT, KINKY HAIR GROW LONG AND WAVY. BEST POMADE ON THE MARKET FOR DANDRUFF, ITCHING OF THE SCALP AND FALLING OUT OF THE HAIR. BEWARE OF IMITATIONS, GET THE GENUINE, PUT UP IN 25* AND 50* BOTTLES WITH CHARLES FORD'S NAME ON EVERY PACKAGE. SOLD BY DRUGGISTS. IF YOUR DRUGGIST CANNOT SUPPLY YOU,WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU DIRECT AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES,SMALL SIZED BOTTLE,25¢ LARGE SIZED BOTTLE,50¢ THE OZONIZED OX MARROW CO. 216 LAKE ST.DEPT. 58 CHICAGO,ILL. AGENTS WANTED. Coal, Wood, Hay, Gr Country Produce Chickens, Etc. CALL OLD PHONE YOUR TRADE SOLICITED Satisfaction Guaranteed Goods Delivered Free H. I. Mc 223 N. Thirt WHEN IN NEED OF Is a new enterprise, opened in the Colored center of the population, and guarantees to sell as cheap, if not a little cheaper, than up-town stores. Our service is good. Will you please call or telephone and let us have the next order? We are making places for your high school, business and college girls and boys—see. OUR GOODS ARE FRESH DAILY The UNION GROCERY Co 18th and Cass Sts. Tel. Old 1840 W. W. WILSON. Up to date Barber Shop. Razors put in shape, as good as new. Thirty years experience. Hot and Cold Baths, 20c. 813 Washington St. Springfield, Illinois. REISCH BREWERY CO City Brewery Their Bottle Beer is Fine Bock's Special Can't be Beat Try it! Today is Saturday, pay for THE FORUM. Hay, Grain Produce,ens, Etc. LD PHONE cELROY teenth Street You no doubt have used Cough Syrup, and some you were afraid of, but my has been used for years. Does not contain any poisonous drugs. You can give it to your grand parents, you can take it yourself, you can give it to your smallest children and get quick results. Prices, 25c. and 50c. The 50c. size contains 3 times as much as the 25c size. Try it, use it and be convinced. Prices, 25c. and 50c. The 50c. size contains 3 times much as the 25c size. Try it, e it and be convinced. J. F. BOOTH Manufacturing Pharmacist Booth Block Springfield, Illinois. AMERICAN HAIR-GROWER and SHAMPOO SOAP 25c a Jar and 25c a Cake For Sale by all Druggists and OO SOAP and 25c a Cake Wm. Groceries and Feeds Ki Springfield, Illinois LOOK! LOOK! Men's Shoes Half Soled 35c Sample Shoes $3.50& Repairing Done While You W Done in 10 minutes Work C 35c e Shoes $3.50 & airing Done While You W 0 minutes Work C Repairing Done While You Wait Done in 10 minutes Work Guaranteed NEW PHONE 798 E. SIN 110 South 7 Between Washington Shoe Styles You No matter how long you w will retain their style and you E. SINGER 10 South 7th. Street Washington and Adams Styles That You Will how long you wear a pair of o air style and you will surely like 110 South 7th. Street Between Washington and Adams Streets Shoe Styles That You Will Like No matter how long you wear a pair of our Shoes, they will retain their style and you will surely like them. Every man in our employ is an experienced shoe fitter, who knows how to fit shoes right. Every pair of shoes we sell were selected for their wearing qualities. "Walk-Overs" and "Hanaus" are more popular this year than ever before. Get your Fall and Winter Shoes from us. You will surely like their style. D. SCHWENGLES F. G. MANDRASONS F.M.LEGG SHOE CO. Grady We Grady and Webster Grady and Webster Imperial Barber Shop If it is Tonsorial Work see the Line of Tonsorialists Chair No. 1, John Davis; Chair No. 2, S. P. Webster; Chair No. 3, J. W. Grady; Chair No. 4, Prof. G. A. Barksdale. We make a Specialty of Hair Cutting, Shampooing, Facial Massage and Bleaching N. POSKOVER High Class Shoe Repairing afraid Prices for Half Soles Men's Sewed on Machine, 50c Ladies' Sewed on Machine, 40c Half Soles Tacked, 35c Opposite Grand Hotel All Work Done Promptly 110 N. 7th St. times Try it, ist American Cleaners Cleaning. Dyeing and Repairing All Work Guaranteed French Dry Cleaning of Ladies and Gents' Clothing. Goods called for and delivered. Prices reasonable. O. L. BERRY, Prop. 1808 E. Monroe St. Old Phone 3632 Wm. TODD Groceries, Flour and Feed of All Kinds. Use Williamson's Water Power Flour. Both Phones 392 823 E. Washington Street. LOOK! 35c es $3.50 & $2.00 one While You Wait es Work Guaranteed SINGER 7th 7th. Street Boston and Adams Streets Does That You Will Like you wear a pair of our Shoes, they you will surely like them. Every man in our employ is an experienced shoe fitter, who knows how to fit shoes right. Every pair of shoes we sell were selected for their wearing qualities. "Walk-Overs" and "Hanans" are more popular this year than ever before. Get your Fall and Winter Shoes from us. You will surely like their style. D SCHWENGLES F. G. MANDRASSON F.M.LEGG SHOE CO. 125 W.S. - SPRINGFIELD. ady and Webster Special Barber Shop LOOK! DECATUR NEWS. Mr. C. H. Sheen, an ex-pastor of St. Peters Church of this city, preached here last Sunday for kev. Morrow at both services. Mr. Sheen is a Jamaican by birth, having been educated in England. He came to this country about twenty five years ago, and has become thoroughly Americanized. His discourses last Sunday were enjoyed by the large audiences present at both occasions. Rev. Sheen does not speak long but to the point, driving the thought home to his hearers in a very forceful manner. The young people gave a party last Tuesday evening in honor of Freeda Phoenix, this being her sixteenth birthday anniversary. There was quite a number perent and all had an enjoyable time. Miss Phoenix is very popular among the younger people, both in Decatur and in Springfield, and deserves the honor which was bestowed upon her. Rev. Ward, of this city, former pastor of the Baptist church in Clinton, went over to take charge last Sunday, after a short absence in preparation of the church. He carried about sixty people from here with him who conducted the meeting with solos, short speeches, and the like, Rev. Crookette making the principal address. Rev. Crookette never fails to make a good talk, but on this occasion he more than did justice to himself and to those who had gone over there with him to hear him make that talk. He spoke on the language of the flowers, comparing earthly flowers with the "Flowers of the soul." He warned against the growing of weeds in one's life. He advocated the broad-minded views of the Christian in regard to the sister churches, advised patience in time of adversity, an even temperament at all times, and paid a glowing tribute to Rev. Ward and his hosts. Harve Watkins, Decatur's wideawake real estate man, is closing a deal this week with Dr. A. B. Cleage of Indianapolis, whereby Dr. Cleage is to come and take up the practice and office of the late Dr. Ganaway. Dr. Cleage expects to be able to open in a few days, or as soon as he can close up his affairs in Indianapolis. He is at present connected with the city hospital in that place, and only one other colored man ever held that position. A dancing school was opened here last Friday night where the different "steps" will be taught in the future. Mr. Westly Ball, recently of Cairo, Ill., is working for Monte, the tailor. Mr. Ball is a nice, gentlemanly kind of a man, and impresses all who meet him as a young man of some ability and refinement. Mrs. Josie Brummell has added another flat to the one she already had and expects to have more room in the future for her friends. Miss Etta Green, of Bloomington, was in the city this week on business. For news matter you desire to appear in the Decatur column of THE FORUM, extra copies, etc. telephone or call on Karl Monte, the Tailor, West Main street, staff correspondent. MATTOON NOTES. A birthday surprise was given in honor of Rev. Cooper on last Saturday evening. He received many gifts, and all spent a pleasant evening. Grand Master Geo. Jesse was reelected for the fourth term. Miss Jessie Lee, accompanied by Miss Jessie Barnes of St. Louis, spent Sunday with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. Wm. Lee. Mr. Carl Perry, one of the best vocalists of this section of the State, is reported to have won high honor by having taken an active part in a concert in Indianapolis. Prof. Koch, his instructor, has great hopes in store for his pupil. Mr. Perry is now preparing to leave for Germany, where he will complete his course. The noted student has the hearty best wishes of all of his friends. Mr. and Mrs. E. Norton and their daughter, Josie, were the welcome guests in the city on last Sunday, visiting Mrs. Julia Norton. Miss Iva Smith and H. Gumm had a pleasant visit to see their friends in Charleston. Young man! your attention is called to the fact that the Y. M. C. A. reading room is now open. You are permitted (member) to go there and take your friend, at any time. Good magazines and books are accessible. If you desire special write-ups of social or church affairs, with all details, no condensation, etc, see the manager, as there will be some charges. DECATUR CHURCH DIRECTORY. ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH. 620 Spring Ave. Rev. J. A. Crockett, Pastor. Res. 846 West Decatur St. R. Oliphant, Church Clerk. Res. 920 Clinton St. Edward Motley, Superintendent Sunday School. Miss Bedith Bell, Secretary Sunday School, Res. 827 W. Marrtilla St. SUNDAY SERVICES. Sunday School.....9:30 a. m. Preaching.....11:00 a. m. B. Y. P. U.....6:30 p. m. Preaching.....8:00 p. m. WEEK MEETINGS. Willing Workers, Tuesday.....3:00 p. m. Prayer Meeting, Wednesday.....8:00 p. m. Sewing Circle, Friday.....2:30 p. m. Choir Meeting, Friday.....7:30 p. m. Mrs. Mollie Medlock, President Willing Workers. Mrs. Felta Thompson, President Sewing Circle. Mrs. M. Kemp, Secretary Sewing Circle. Mrs. Bertha Benton, Church Chorister. Miss Willie Pearson, Church Organist. ST. PETER'S A. M. E. CHURCH. 363 Spring Ave. J. T. Morrow, Pastor, Res., Parsonage. SUNDAY SERVICES. Allen Junior League..... 9:30 a.m. Preaching..... 10:45 a.m. Class Meetings..... 12:15 p.m. Sunday School..... 2:30 p.m. Allen Senior League..... 6:30 p.m. Preaching..... 7:45 p.m. OFFICERS. Secretary Trustee Board—Rev. J. W. Woodford; Residence, 509 E. Wagnor St. Secretary Steward Board—D. W. Mc- Murray; Residence, 1209 W. Decatur St. SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFICERS. Carl L. Watkins.....Superintendent Miss Caddie Kelley.....Secretary LITERARY CLUB. Mark Cummings .....President A. D. Cicel .....Secretary CHOIR OFFICERS. Mrs. E. N. Morrow .....Chorister Miss Corrine Blanton .....Organist WEEK MEETINGS. Official Board, Monday .....8:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting, Tuesday .....8:00 p.m. Literary Club, Thursday .....6:00 p.m. Choir Meeting, Friday .....7:30 p.m. Sewing Circle, Friday .....2:30 p.m. SEWING CIRCLE OFFICERS. Mrs. Jane King .....President Mrs. Amie Browner .....Secretary SECRET SOCIETIES. Central Lodge No. 3, A. F. and A. M. Meets every first and fourth Wednesday night at Masonic Hall, 119 North Elmth street. Eighth street M. VANTREACE, W. M. WYATT JOHNSON, Sec'y. St. John's Chapter No. 2, H. R. A. M. Meets every third Wednesday night at Masonic Hall, 119 North Eighth St. THOMAS DONNIGAN, Sec'y. Ivanhoe Commandery No. 3, Knights Templar. Meets every fourth Wednesday night at Masonic Hall, 119 North Eighth St. WM. NOBLE, E. C. THOMAS DONNIGAN, Rec'dr. Charles Young Lodge No. 103, I. B. P. O. E. Meets every first and third Tuesday at Masonic Hall, 119 North Eighth St. A. Bender, Exalted Ruler. J. W. GRADY, Sec'y. Lincoln Monument Lodge No. 1, G. U. O. F. Meets every first and third Tuesday at Thirteenth and Madison Sts. GEO. ROLLINS, N. G. A. BENDER, Secretary. Golden Gate Temple No. 2, Knights of Tabor. Meets every first and third Monday at Masonic Hall, 119 North Eighth St. F. H. HART, C. M. THOMAS WARRICK, C. S. U. B. F. Meets every second and fourth Tuesday at Masonic Hall, 119 N. Eighth St. BENJ. LUCAS, W. M. E. T. GORUM, W. Sec'y. Capitol City No. 12, K. of P. Meets at Masonic Hall, 119 N. Eighth St. every 1st and 3d Monday. H. SALLIE, C. C. J. Harold White, K. of R. S. HURRAH! THE UNION WINS! No matter where you live—or what you do—you should know all about the great Union movement that is now sweeping over the country by leaps and bounds. Over 1,000 Unions already chartered—more than 60,000 memberships issued—all groceries and supplies furnished at wholesale cost—sick, injury, accident and death benefits—and "every honest claim paid before sunset on the day of final proof." 50c a month and up—easy to carry—you cannot afford to stay outside—get all the facts at once. A Few Field Marshalships Open. Join and you may have a Field Marshalship. Will have all benefits—also make money getting others. Hurry and be first. Write for complete plans. Send 10e (coin or stamps) for the Union Journal Magazine three months, with full particulars for taking out Beneficial and Protective membership with Field Marshalship. Address: The International Liberty Union of the World, 329 First Nat'l Bank Bldg., Photos, Post Cards and all Varieties of Novelties Madame Clark-Thompson 728 E. Wash JOHN L. JONES Furni Carpe Stove We Credit Everybody $100.00 worth of goods $8.00 50.00 " " " 4.00 25.00 " " " 2.00 New P 214 North Sixth Street At J. Edw. FREE! FRE Until Now With a $10.00 Cash 25 lb. sack of Kelley Aristos Flour free. order today and a $5 and let us deliver you flour FREE. 728 E. Washington St. L. JONES FURNITURE Furniture, Carpets, Stoves, Etc. Everybody Our T 0 worth of goods $8.00 down, $8.00 per 0 " " " " 4.00 " 4.00 " 0 " " " " 2.50 " 2.50 " New Phone 1458 Sixth Street Springfield J. Edw. Thompson E! FREE! F until Nov. 1st, 19 $10.00 Cash Order I will g back of Kelley's Best Gold M Flour free. Purchase a $5 day and a $5.00 order ne us deliver you a sack of this EEE. JOHN L. JONES FURNITURE At J. Edw. Thompson's FREE! FREE! FREE! Until Nov. 1st, 1910 With a $10.00 Cash Order I will give you a 25 lb. sack of Kelley's Best Gold Medal, or Aristos Flour free. Purchase a $5.00 cash order today and a $5.00 order next week and let us deliver you a sack of this splendid flour FREE. Goods Delivered Promptly J. EDW. THOMPSON PHONE, OLD 1329 STORE 1101 EAST WASHINGTON ST. EDW. THOMPSO 329 STORE 1101 EAST WAS PHONE, OLD 1329 STORE 1101 EAST WASHINGTON ST. M. THE FORU has been 119 N. 8 THE MAS THE FORUM OFFICE has been moved to 19 N. 8th Street THE MASONIC BLDG. New Phone 000 THE FORUM OFFICE has been moved to 119 N. 8th Street THE MASONIC BLDG. New Phone 000 Old Phone 000 We will soon be neatly arranged for the reception of customers and friends Bring your Job Work and matter for publication to 119 N. EIGHTH STREET Washington St. FURNITURE CO. ture, ets, s, Etc. Our Terms Easy 0.00 down, $8.00 per month 0.00 " 4.00 " " " 5.00 " 2.50 " "" phone 1458 Springfield, Illinois Thompson's FREE! FREE! v. 1st, 1910 Order I will give you a us Best Gold Medal, or Purchase a $5.00 cash 5.00 order next week a sack of this splendid THOMPSON 1101 EAST WASHINGTON ST. JUDGE G. W. Murray Candidate for County and Juvenile Judge We have heretofore called attention to the fact that Judge Murray is a candidate for the re-election to the County and Juvenile Judge. It will be wise for the people to act intelligently in this matter. It is known that the Judge is trying to be a friend—but the friend to only those who obey the law. His policy is to obey the law. He makes no discriminations. UM OFFICE moved to 8th Street ONIC BLDG. phone 000 ---