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THE FORUM Vol. 7, No. 36 [8] NEGRO VOTES HELD UP; CRISIS FEARED. Oklahoma Democrats in Plot to Beat McGuire and Morgan. G. O. P. OFFICERS SOUGHT Repetition in New State of Goebel Day in Kentucky Prophesied. Guthrie, Okla., Nov. 11.—A repetition in Oklahoma of the Goebel days in Kentucky is being freely predicted throughout the state tonight as a result of the action of numerous county election boards in holding up the returns from all precincts where Negroes voted last Tuesday. Twelve precincts are being held up in Logan county, sixteen in Kingfisher, two in Noble, and seven in Lincoln, in the First Congressional district. If thrown out, as is now the intention, it will defeat Congressman Bird S. McGuire for election, oust a half dozen or more Republican members of the Legislature and change the political complexion of two-thirds of the county offices. It would also increase the lead of Lee Cruce (Dem.) over Joseph McNeal for governor by several thousand votes. In this county, in seeking to throw out the precincts, it is charged that precinct election officials were intimidated and not permitted to enforce the grandfather clause. Orders have been issued also, it is said, to throw out precincts in Okfuskee, Wagoner, Muskogee, Seminole, Creek and other counties that have Negro voters and, in order to defeat Congressman Dick T. Morgan for re-election, to throw out Negro precincts in Blaine, Custer, Oklahoma and other counties in the Second Congressional district. The election boards of counties having a large Negro population are still being called to Oklahoma City for conference with state Democratic leaders. The Kingfisher county board passed through Guthrie today, en route to Oklahoma City. The Democrats are very anxious to secure a two-thirds majority in both houses of the Legislature, in order to be able to pass all emergency legislation desired, and also to prevent any hindrance in their redistricting the state. Many Polls Closed. It was learned tonight that several precincts were thrown out in Adair county, where there is a big Cherokee Indian population. The state election board was notified that in several precincts throughout the state the polls were closed entirely and no election held. Because the Osage full-blood Indians were disfranchised through not being allowed interpreters, a list of all officials who refused the interpreters has been sent to Judge John Embry, United States district attorney, and an investigation asked under the federal election law against conspiracy. Attorney P. A. Shinn, of Pawhuska, has been instructed to secure evidence in the matter, following a consultation in Guthrie between him and Embry. Indian citizens have personally complained to Judge Embry. Returns received today at Republican state headquarters show that Cruce carried Pottawatomie county over McNeal by only 32 votes, whereas Bryan carried it two years ago by over 1500. J. Harvey Maxey, of Shawnee, a democratic aspirant for the leadership, was defeated for re-election to the Legislature. If the precincts in the First Congressional district are thrown out as contemplated, it will disfranchise over 7000 whites in addition to Negroes. Joseph W. McNeal has not conceded the election of Lee Cruce as governor. He went to Oklahoma City today to be present when the official returns are received by the state election board. Jake L. Hamon, Republican member of the board, asked that McNeal, State Chairman Harris, of the Republican state committee, and National Committeeman Cash Cade, be permitted to attend the sessions of the board when the canvass is made, but the request was refused. Clause Applied to German. Seth Cordon, of Muskogee, secretary of the state election board, admitted today that instructions were issued, prior to the election of inspectors in precincts where trouble with Negroes was anticipated on account of their numbers D. and character to take no risk, but to close the polls, take the records and depart. In that way, he said, all trouble was avoided, whereas if the polls had been kept open, trouble would have ensued. It developed tonight that in this county two white men were refused votes because their ancestors were not voters in some foreign country prior to 1866. One of these was a German farmer. Both democratic members of the county election board in Guthrie resigned tonight in order to avoid trouble. SOCIETY NEWS. Mrs. Hattie Davis and her daughter, Hazel, of 1118 S. Passfield street, entertained the bride and groom (Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith) on last Sunday morning at a wedding breakfast. The family of the couple and a few intimate friends were present. It was quite an elaborate wedding breakfast, and was a sincere token of health and happiness to the wedded pair. Mr. Roy Smith and wife are enjoying a series of entertainments. On last Monday evening the bride and groom were entertained by Mr. and Mrs. John Slaughter, of N. 13th street. A delicious menu was served and quite a number of guests were in attendance to wish the "Newly weds" a safe and prosperous journey along the wedded path. The Court of Calanthe gave a reception in honor of Mrs. H. H. Pettit, she being the treasurer of the Grand Court of Calanthe. The reception took place at the home of Mrs. Julia Duncan, who had her apartments beautifully and tastefully decorated. The color scheme was pink and white. Quite a number of guests were present. The delicious menu which was served ranked in accordance with all the other pleasant features of the evening. CLUB NOTES. The Woman's Club held their regular meeting on Monday, Nov. 7, at Lincoln Old Folks' Home. The attendance was good, and the club completed arrangements for the appreciative reception to be tendered the following officers: Mrs. Roie Hunter, State Treasurer; Mrs. B. L. Ivory, ex-Pianist; Mrs. J. C. McClain and Mrs. Eva Monroe, ex-State Presidents of Illinois State Federation. The said reception to be held at the residence of Mrs. Bettie Watkins, of East Moffatt avenue. The following monies were collected: From Zion Baptist church, $1.00, presented by Mrs. L. T. Brooks; St. Paul's A. M. E. church, $4.05, presented by Deaconesses; total collection from churches, $5.05. The newly-elected officers were installed by Mr. J. C. McClain, retiring President. Tuesday, Nov. 15, 1910, the Home Culture section met at the residence of the chairman, Mrs. Roie Hunter. A very interesting meeting was held. A donation was presented by Mrs. J. C. McClain; cash money, $4.00, by the members and friends of the club. Some other articles were also donated. Those donating for the occasion were: Mesdames L. T. Brooks, C. H. Morgan, Hattie McTier, Roie Hunter, Laura Grady, Clara Kittiel, Miss Bettie Johnshon and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Noble. Mrs. Lou Green and Lula White donated a woolen skirt; Mrs. Eva Monroe and Mrs. Julia Duncan, linen handkerchiefs; and also Mrs. M. Parker. The Mother's section will meet at the residence of Mrs. Lizzie Taylor Brooks on Monday, the 21st, No. 1575 East Mason street. All members and friends are invited to attend. A BIRTHDAY PARTY Miss Ollie Randolph, of South 17th street, gave a birthday party last Tuesday evening at the residence of her parents in honor of her seventeenth birthday anniversary. Many of her young friends were out and a very pleasant time was had. SAY! LOOK! READ AND GET WISE! There is no place in the city of Springfield that you can enjoy Thanksgiving night any better than you can at Masonie Hall Music by Nix's full orchestra. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1910 MAKING GAME FIGHT. True Reformers, Rallying to Call for Loyal Support in Order to Save the Order—Big Meeting in Richmond—Outlook for Fraternal Department Bright. Special to The New York Age. Richmond, Va., Nov. 8.—Nearly fifteen hundred Negroes were present at the mass meeting held at the Second African Baptist church, at which resolutions were passed pledging the help of the race in the effort to keep the insurance department of the True Reformers intact and save the savings, bank, if possible. Among the speakers were Dr. H. L. Harris, Dr. W. F. Graham, Dr. D. M. Payne, Dr. Z. D. Lewis, Dr. W. H. Stokes and Dr. J. E. Jones. Under the caption, "Stand Firm, Be Not Dismayed," the Reformer, the organ of the order, published in this city, says: "We gave notice in our last issue of the Reformer that the Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain had been put into hands of receivers. "The accounts of the bank are being audited, after which a full and complete statement will be made. Until this is done, let decisions in the mater be withheld. "Rumors of many kinds may be brought to you; nevertheless you should stand firm and be unmovable. As sure as night follows day, the Righteous Judge of us all will decree and life will again be put into the greatest THE HON. V. (Registrar of the UNION BAPT (12th and WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER Negro institution known to the civilized world. Grand Master Holmes and his officers are working as Trojans to have the institution put in condition to meet every requirement of the law in this and such other states and cities that the Reformer's flag floats. "We appeal to every man of the institution, we appeal to every woman of the institution; we appeal to every friend of the institution to stand firm in your devotion and love for a cause which you have done so much to make grand and noble. Do not be persuaded to forsake nor leave your institution. But wait awhile, stand firm, be not dismayed, wait until the clouds roll by and you will see the Grand Fountain, like the great Solar system, sending forth her rays of light, carrying comfort, joy and happiness to thousands of homes, as it has done in the past. Let every fountain member keep up his dues as regularly now as ever; plans are now being arranged for every claim now due, or which may be due hereafter. The way we see it now, you have nothing to fear. Go forward to battle, stand to your guns ready to fire, when our General, A. W. Holmes, gives the order." Grand Master Holmes has given out the statement that in addition to the $200,000 due the order by the bank, there were $90,000 of good assets; that the Grand Fountain has a mortgage --- on Washington real estate worth at least $54,000, and equities in property in Richmond, Portsmouth, Newport News, Danville and Lynchburg, conservatively estimated at $40,000. It is said that the bank owes the fraternal order $200,000, and if the defunct institution pays 50 cents on the dollar the fraternal department will have assets amounting to $190,000. EAST END NOTES Miss Robbie L. Ransom of Grenada, Miss., is now clerking at the East End Shoe store, 1707 E. Capitol avenue. Notice! The Negro Business League will meet at the East End Shoe store, 1707 E. Capitol avenue, on Friday evening, Nov. 25 1910, at 7:30 o'clock. Subject for the evening will be, "Business Morality." Every business man is invited to be present. J. P. ROBERTS, Pres. The East End Shoe store is better able to accommodate its customers since Miss Ransom has been secured as clerk in the store. We will fit you with any kind of shoe you want at any time and if you can't come to the store, call old phone 3914. Will fit your feet up in your own home. If we fail to have exactly what you want, will get it for you, regardless of cost. Give us a trial. Respectfully, J. P. ROBERTS SHOE STORE, 1707 E. Capitol avenue Y. T. VERNON (The U. S. Treasury) IST CHURCH (Mason Sts.) Y EVENING R 23, 1910. DELIGHTFUL RECITAL Prof. L. Reie Schocei gave his first musical class recital at St. Paul's A. M. E. church on Monday evening, Nov. 14, 1910. The musicale was well attended and a large number of young people were out to enjoy the musical treat, and all seemed to appreciate the musical numbers rendered by Prof. Schocei and his pupils. The program rendered was, all in all, strictly classical, and quite pleasing to those who were in attendance. One rare treat of the evening was the famous Moonlight Sonata, rendered by Miss Ethel White. This selection is considered one of Beethoven's most rare and sensitive compositions, and when connected with the story, which is the basis of the composition, makes it divinely touching. Miss White succeeded in rendering it so that it expressed its deepest meaning to the heart and soul. THE LINCOLN MANUAL TRAINING SCHOOL The Lincoln Manual Training School, 15th and Washington streets, is progressing nicely. The attendance is increasing. The school is opened evenings for those ladies desiring to attend, but are compelled to work during the day for a livelihood. They have for sale cheap nice jellies, canned fruits, etc., which were prepared by the students last summer. "Call and See and Buy." The principal is doing all he can to fill the school with pupils. STANDARD OIL CO.'S CASE AGAIN REVERSED. Judge McCall, of Jackson, Tenn, "Revises Case Downward." Jackson, Tenn., Nov. 15.—The indictment of the United States against the Standard Oil company of Indiana on the so-called grand junction concession charge, by which it was sought to have assessed penalties aggregating $30,084,000, tonight stands shorn of its magnitude. The prosecution met reverses in a ruling of Judge John McCall in the United States Circuit Court late today as to a point of law which in one sweep dwarfed to monetary features of the issues by exactly $29,134,000, and in a general way played havoc with the bill of charges as set up by the government. Settlement Constitutes Offense. In effect, it was the ruling of Judge McCall that within the meaning of the Elkins law governing interstate commerce, the statute which forms the basis for the suit, a settlement and not an individual shipment constitutes an offense. In the indictment as returned, it is charged that the Indiana corporation committed 1,524 offenses, basing each of the counts on a railroad shipment of petroleum or the products of petroleum from the company's refinery at Whiting, Ind., to points in the southeast through Grand Junction, Tenn. Evidence declared admissible shows only 46 settlements all by monthly transactions, between the Standard Oil company and the carriers named in the bill during the years covered, 1903 to 1905. Hence, should the defendant company be found guilty on all charges now standing, the maximum penalty possible to be assessed would be $920,000. For each offense the statute provides $20,000 may be taxed. The minimum is $1,000. Indictment May Be Quashed. Of secondary importance in that a final ruling was not made. Judge McCall also held tentatively that dates shown in the indictment should conform to the proof tendered. If made finally it would develop a variance fatal to the indictment, its allegations being timed in accordance with the dates the shipments left the Whiting refinery, while the settlements for the freight charges were made several weeks later. The trial along the restricted lines will be resumed tomorrow. The prosecution, it is announced, will now endeavor to have the much debated thirteen cent rate from Whiting to Grand Junction "for points beyond" proved illegal, and that even should this rate in itself be legal, another rate, a higher commodity tariff applying from Evansville, a point along the line traversed, would make the thirteen cent rate illegal. THANKSGIVING DAY SERVICES Divine services will be held at Grace M. E. church Thursday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev J. M. Smallley, the pastor, will preach. A thank offering will be taken. The public is cordially and urgently solicited out. LOST! LOST!!! LOST!!! Between the post office and the Gem Cafe, a leather bag containing $9.60 in money, a gold band ring and a ticket to the Thanksgiving entertainment at Masonic Hall. Finder can keep the money and ring if they will return the ticket. Rev. Chas. H. Pope, of Washington, D. C., will preach at the Union Baptist church Sunday, Nov. 20, both at the morning and evening services. The subject of his discourse for the evening service will be, "Absolam and the Prodigal Son." Come and hear him. The annual sermon of the Elks will be held at St. Paul's A. M. E. church the fourth of December at 3 p. m. The Illinois Traction Company is building a coal submerging and storage plant at Mackinaw Junction, Ill., midway between Peoria and Bloomington at the intersection of the line from Springfield. An excavation 250 feet by 100 feet is being made. The 15 cents Per Month sloping sides of this excavation and the bottom will be covered with concrete, so that when the excavation is filled with coal water may be pumped in to protect the fuel from deterioration or spontaneous combustion. Mechanical apparatus for reloading the coal will be provided—Scientific American. Seldom is an advertised preparation under estimated, yet strange as it may seem, there is at least one remedy that we know of which is hardly given the credit due it. This remedy is Ford's Hair Pomade, a preparation that has been on the market for over fifty years, and during that time has without a doubt been the means of helping the colored people more than any other remedy in this line. Ford's Hair Pomade, manufactured by the Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., of Chicago, Ill., is a preparation that will make harsh, kinky hair softer and more pliable, easy to comb and put up in any style that the length will permit. No lady can afford to be without it, especially if her hair is harsh and unpleu. No one need be afraid to buy this old-time tried remedy for short and curly hair, for, as we have said, we honestly believe that it will do even more than the manufacturers claim of it, and if ever there was a remedy that is underestimated, Ford's Hair Pomade is the remedy. A good fault, we will admit, and it affords the pleasure in saying these few words in behalf of a good thing for his people. Try it. A TREAT FOR SPRINGFIELD. Dr. W. T. Vernon, Register of the United States Treasury, will speak in this city Wednesday night, Nov. 23, at the Union Baptist Church. He is one of the greatest orators upon the American continent. Full particulars will be given later. Every colored man and woman in Springfield should hear this great man, who's signature makes millions of dollars good, which would be no good without it. THANKSGIVING PROGRAM A delightful program to be rendered at the Zion Baptist Church Thursday evening, Nov. 24th, for the benefit of the church. You will see the dumb bell drill, which will be a grand affair. The following persons will take part on program: 1. Opening song by the Choir. 2. Invocation by the Pastor, Rev. A. W. Williams. 3. Duet by Misses Houston and Alexander. 4. Recitation by Miss Alberta Davis. 5. Solo by Ollie Polk. 6. Address by Prof. Hamilton, Manual Training. 7. Solo by Miss Gertrude Nelson. 8. Recitation, Sarah Alexander. 9. Solo, Mrs. L. Moss. 10. Paper, Mrs. J. Blanford. 11. Solo, Arthur Holdman. 12. Solo, Instrumental, Miss May Smith. 13. Bass Solo, W. M. Rederrick. 14. Solo, Mr. Robert Johnson. 15. Recitation, James Gentry. 16. Solo, Miss V. Alexander, Dumb-Bell Drill. 17. Solo, Miss Beechem. Admission 10 cents. Committee, N. Roberson and R. B. Williams. PROGRAM For Vernon Lecture at Union Baptist Church, Wednesday Evening, Nov. 23, at 7:30. C. S. Gibbs—Master of Ceremonies. Song—Union B. Choir. Invocation—Dr. J. H. MaGe. Vocal Solo—Miss Leota Singleton. Welcome in behalf of Business League—Mr. J. E. Thompson. Introduction of Speaker—Capt. R. A. Byrd. Address—Hon. W. T. Vernon, Registrar of the U. S. Treasury. Piano Selection—Miss White. Benediction—Rev. M. H. Spencer. C. A. Brown, Acting Pres. E. L. Rogers, Acting Gen'l Sec'y. THANKSGIVING PROGRAM AT NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH 1. Opening Chorus—Company. 2. Instrumental Solo—Mrs. Pearl Nelson. 3. Quartette — Mesdames Coleman, Watson, Messrs. Coleman and Gross. 4. Recital—Mr. D. O. Yates. 5. Voice—Mrs. Roie Hunter. 6. Violin Solo—Miss Alene White. 7. Voice—Rev. M. H. Spencer. 8. Voice—Mr. O. Gross. 9. Female Quartette—Mesdames N. Coleman, V. Yates, Coleman and Hunter. 10. Instrumental Solo—Miss Effie Nelson. 11. Duet—Mrs. N. Coleman and Mrs. V. Yates. 12. Recital—Mrs. Carrie Hamilton. 13. Voice—Mrs. Rufus Nelson. 14. Closing Chorus—Company. Admission 15 cents. Mrs. Nancy Coleman Manager. NOTICE To Whom it May Concern: This is to certify that Hughes & Thompson, representing the Federal Casualty Co. of Detroit, Mich., have this day paid me the sum of $23.33 for seven (7) days' confinement at my home. I heartily endorse the company, and think it advisable for all classes of men, regardless of their position, to hold one of these policies. Yours truly, Signed, E. E. PERKINS, Governor's Office. 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 Saturday, Nov. 19, 1910 EDITORIAL A QUESTION FOR TEXAS. "Appetite grows with what it feeds on." When mobs began burning men in Texas nearly twenty years ago, it was predicted that, if persisted in the habit would, in the course of time, cease to draw the color line in selecting victims, and in designating but one offense as meriting the torture of death by fire. The answer was a loud outcry for "a white man's government" and "the sanctity of the home," neither of which was in serious danger in Texas, where enemies of the white man's government could be overwhelmed at the polls and violators of the sanctity of homes would find short shrift at the hands of injures. There have been other burnings during the intervening twenty years, but all of black men, and for the unspeakable crime. It had begun to appear that those who had warned the state that such passion and fury, if unchecked, could not be held within color lines or lines of degree in crime, had been at fault. But the burning of the Mexican, Rodriguez, at Rock Springs, shows how the madness, once allowed to creep into the blood of Texas, has spread. Rodriguez was not a negro, and the crime charged against him was not the one heretofore held to be the only one justifying the stake. He was burned for murdering a woman who had refused him food. The witnesses testifying against him left no doubt of his guilt in the minds of the mob, but neither would they have left doubt of his guilt in the minds of a jury. It is written so plainly that he who runs may read, that the idea of burning Rodriguez would never have occurred to the men of Rock Springs if it had not been inculcated by burnings in Texas of other human beings in the last score of years. The mobs which set up their own statute of limitations have now repealed it. Will they adopt a new one, making the murderous "greaser" type of Mexican the new limit? And if they do, what will the new limit be worth in the face of provocation to break over it? There is blood, brain and brawn in Texas. It is a state of which every American, with knowledge of its vast extent and vaster resources and the many sterling qualities of its people, is proud. To all such, news of the world-wide evil advertising of Texas through the burning of Rodriguez, and the reprisals against Americans in the City of Mexico, is a rude shock. Nowhere will there be more sincere regret than in Texas that any act of Texans has involved Americans anywhere. If a rescuing party of Texans could settle the difficulty, one could be quickly raised. But the question goes much deeper. The sovereignty of Washington can take care of the Americans in Mexico. But what of the sovereignty of Texas? Will the sovereignty State of Texas continue to permit mobs which, after defying its laws as against its own citizens, have now reached the point of widening the scope of their lawlessness so far as to bring reproach upon the Texan name the world over? This is a question for Texas to answer in a way to comport with the character of her average citizenship and the many glorious pages written in her history. —St. Louis Globe-Democrat. We are afraid yet that the spirit of mob violence will cripple this nation. Whatsoever a man soweth that shall he also reap. A VICTORY INDEED The colored Knights of Pythias won in the courts of Mississippi last week their hardest fight, when the chancellor, without excuse or extemation, refused to enjoin them from the use of the titles, etc., of all Knights of Pythias. The case was brought by the white Pythians. Able lawyers were employed on both sides, former Judge Cochran, an ardent Vardaman partisan, summing up for the Negroes. His associates were Senator Leroy Percy, the leader of the State bar, and his distinguished brother, and S. A. T. Watkins, the brilliant supreme attorney of the Negro Knights. Opposed to them were former Judge Percy Bell, of the Washington County bar, and several able associates. Senator Percy's connection with the case has been heralded as a crime against the "Anglo-Saxon," and the dema gogue has been free in calling on the people to defeat the Senator for reelection because of this connection. The Senator's reply to the slander has been an eloquent silence and absolute loyalty to his clients, who retained him long before he became a Senator Otherwise he would not be a Percy. To those not acquainted with the local situation the complete significance of this victory cannot be embraced. The triumph is not a triumph for one organization alone, but for many another, including the Odd Fellows. The battle was waged on hostile ground; the fight was forced by the powerful against the weak; the judge was of the blood of the power; the advocates were of the bosom of the powers; the pleadings alone came from the pen of the weak. The court was not a Federal court, but a State court, and the jurisdiction that will bear the appeal that the white Pythians have taken is the State Supreme Court. Unless all precedents are broken, and the plaintiffs are prepared to go from Jackson to Washington, the case is closed and settled. The interests and rights of the Negro are safer with the Supreme Court of Mississippi than they are with the Supreme Court of the United States. When the Jackson Court ergs, it ergs on the side of the weak—New York Age. PRESIDENCY FOR 1912 The Democrats are jubilant over their most flattering victory on Nova 8th, and are justly so, no doubt. They are speculating on who shall be their standard bearer. Harmon of Ohio is a probable man, and Dix of New York also. These are able men, but how about the Hon. W. J Bryan? Bryan has not said that he will not, under any circumstances, be a candidate again, has he? What is the matter with Champ Clark? The Democrats should do something to commend themselves to the people before speeclating on the Presidency. The people have not forgotten the chaotic condition that this country was in under the Hon. Grover Cleveland, one of the best Democrats this nation ever produced. The Republican party is yet the dominant party, and will have a hand in the choosing of the next President. The Republican party is not dead and the result in the East on Nov. 8th is no sign of a decadence of the party that made this nation great. We can read the handwriting on the wall and interpret the same. CANDIDATES FOR MAYOR. The talk for mayor of Springfield is already much. There are several candidates spoken of on the Republican ticket. Among that number are L. L. Flinn, Wm. Childers, Aov M. Seeley, W. J. Butler, J. Emil Smith. We shall not comment on the qualities of these men for that important office so soon, but one thing is certain, we shall not support any man whom we believe to be too small or too narrow for the place. Every man named is well known to the people. W. J. Butler is one of the best men for the place in the city and that commitment does not lessen the qualities of the other men. THE COMMISSION FORM OF GOVERNMENT. A special election is called for Jan. 2nd, 1911, to allow the voters to say whether or not we shall have the commission form of government. A very small per cent of the people understand thoroughly the proposed method of government, and we shall not say, for a while, whether it is a good form or bad one. We are not thoroughly informed ourselves on the proposition. Some think it is not good to have the proposed new law enacted, but we shall have more to say later. BETTER LIGHTS AND MORE LIGHTS. The attention of Aldermen Staab and O'Neill, of the Sixth ward, is called to the fact that there is much need of more are lights and better are lights over that ward; the sidewalks are defective in many places, and the crossings are horrible in many instances. Everybody should be forced to put down a sidewalk or cinders. It is the duty of these aldermen to see after this. We also call the attention of the people to the fact that they should be more careful in the preservation of property. Don't burn up your fences and sidewalks. THE BEREAVED REGISTER Our esteemed contemporary, the Register, is belated and disturbed over the "bi-partisan vote" which defeated the democracy of Sangamon county. That there was dissention in the ranks of the Democrats no one prior to the election, except the Register, doubted and we do not deny the assertion that many Democrats voted for Republicans, but is it not true (observe the vote in the Fourth and Fifth wards) that many Republicans voted for Democrats? We also ask the Register if it were not a bi-partisan vote that gave New York and the other Republican states to the Democracy? Give us consistency, O Register. DOES A BUSINESS OF $465,000. Montgomery, Ala., Nov. 1—The Alabama Penny Savings Bank, located in Montgomery, has, during the eight months that it has been in operation, done a business of $465,000, and the business of this bank is growing every month. While the outside world hears little of Montgomery, still progress is being made. Nineteen-twentieths of the persons employed as clerks and letter carriers in the Montgomery post office are Negroes. This does not look as if they were going backward in regard to political positions—Exchange. A HYMN OF THANKS. For the blessings thou hast lent us, For the sorrows thou hast sent us; For the love that lights our way, For the darkness, for the day; For the laughter, for the tears, That have filled our yester years; For the hope for better things, For the faith-that lends us wings; For the hurt and for the healing, Loving thoughts, and wounded feeling; For all things that life hath brought, For all lessons it hath taught, Be they learned through love or hate, Kind or cruel seem our fate; Yet, dear Lord, our voices raise Unto Thee our grateful praise, Yet to Thee our thanks we bring As a votive offering. CORA J. BALL. It is shown by the returns of the election that the colored vote of this county has been loyal; that vote has stood by the G. O. P. We have fought a good fight, we have kept the faith; now for reciprocity. Will the newly elected officials treat all right? That remains to be proven. We believe they will, and that they are a set of young men who appear to be honest. Our Telephone is: Main, Bell 3806. A news item appears in this paper to the effect that Rev. B. L. Ivory will start another Baptist Church here. We do not believe the report. Rev. Ivory is too intelligent a man to do such, or rather, attempt such. People get out rumors that have no authenticity attached to them. There are too many churches here now for the population. Two good, strong Baptist Churches will flourish here. We have already four. We denounce the rumor and do not believe Rev. Ivory would think of such a thing. Missouri's going Republican, while several rock-ribbed Republican states in the East went Democratic, is quite a compliment to Gov. Herbert S. Hadley and Missouri. Well, the Republicans will have to return to their principles, unite their forces, harmonize and get ready for the big fight in 1912. The Republican party has always stood the test and weathered every storm. Cheer up boys. It would be a gross injustice to operate a grandfather clause against any one of the colored men who went into Oklahoma on the opening day, or against any of their descendants. And there were not a few of them between Guthrie and Kingfisher. These pioneers are surely entitled to some consideration — St. Louis Globe-Democrat. LOCAL NEWS Messrs. O. P. Berry and Ed. White attended the birthday anniversary of Mr. Chas. White, of Decatur, Monday night. Rev. Edwards, of the Pleasant Grove Baptist church, will baptize several candidates at Mildred park Sunday, the 21st. Dr. E. T. Cottman, Presiding Elder of the Springfield District of the A. M. E. church, held the district stewardess meeting last week at Pontiac. Much good was accomplished, and all reported a nice time. Miss Leona Watson, of 1600 E. Mason street, is improving, and will soon be out mingling with her many friends. Rev. Jason Bundy, of Edwardsville, was in town seeing his many friends and looking after his property. Mrs. Marie Perry, of East Brown, has fully recovered and is able to be out again. The reception committee for the Vernon lecture: E. Hall, Attorneys C. A. Brown, A. M. Williams, Messrs. J. E. Thompson, E. L. Rogers, Capt. R. A. Byrd, B. H. Lucas, Dr. N. B. Ford, Revs. B. L. Ivory, D. J. Tate, J. H. Sydes, W. M. Collins, G. E. Ousley, H. Sallie, B. H. Bellamy, H. H. Long. Sergeants-at-arms: John Cole, Chas Renfro. Chief, usher, Joe Overby; assistants, Edwards Gorum, Grant Martin. The above parties will please take notice and be on hand and in readiness. Wanted—Agents and Correspondents for The Forum at Peoria, Jacksonville, East St. Louis, Bloomington, Champaign, Danville, Alton, Quincy, Chieago, St. Louis, Edwardsville and all cities and towns in a radius of 200 miles of Springfield or more. Liberal commission paid. Address THE FORUM, 119 N. 8th St., Springfield, Ill. FORD'S HAIR POMADE THE OLD RELIABLE DRESSING FOR KINNY OR CURLY HAIR, IT'S USE MAKES STUBBORN, MARSH HAIR SOFTER, MORE PLIABLE AND GLOSSY, EASY TO COME AND PUT UP IN ANY STYLE THE LENGTH WILL PERMIT. WRITE FOR TESTMONIES, TELLING HOW THIS REMARKABLE REMEDY MAKES SHORT, KINNY 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. 5 8 CHICAGO, ILL. AGENTS WANTED. Residence Phone 2819—R 3 A. Morris Williams Attorney at Law WILLIAMS' BLDG. 11th and Washington Sts. Springfield, - Illinois. Edward B uma n Chas. T. Baumann BAUMANN BROS. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Deutsche Apotheke) YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED Corner 7th and Washington Sts. The PEERLESS Ice Cream Parlor AND- Resturant Doing a Regular, Good, Steady Business Fish! Fish! Fish! Served in Any Style 1325 E. Mason St. MRS. L. FISHER, Prop. Cora Wells Chile Parlor and Short Orders 302 N 12th St. ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM * East. 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. a.m. * 8:40 a.m. 7:00 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 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. * 2:00 p.m. * 2:40 p.m. * 1:30 p.m. p.m. * 4:40 p.m. * 3:00 p.m. p.m. 6:00 p.m. * 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. * 6:40 p.m. * 3:00 p.m. p.m. 9:25 p.m. * 6:00 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. NO DUST DIRT SMOKED CINDERS A. A. HARLOW THE TAILOR French and Dry Steam Cleaning PRESSING ALTERATIONS AND A REPAIRING SPECIALTY Old Phone 3309 N. E. Cor. 15th and Washington Bell Phone 2156 Office Hours 9 to 12 A.M. 2 to 5 P.M. 7 to 9 P.M. Dr. N. B. FORD PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Special Attention Given Diseases of Women, Children and General Surgery Room 1 N. W. Cor. 7th and Adams Sts. SPRINGFIELD. - ILLINOIS Today is Saturday, pay for THE FORUM. The Lincoln Manual Training School INSTRUCTIONS IN Carpentering, Painting, Tailoring, Shoemaking, Dressmaking, Cooking, Laundry Work, Domestic Science, PETER MEYERS & CO. 329 NORTH SIDE SQUARE Has been Remodeled and Refurnished Now Serving the best Meals at Lowest Cost. HOME COOKING AND PIES A SPECIALTY. The Public is especially invited. Fine Thanksgiving Dinner will be served. 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, Ulcers, 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. PRICE 50c HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR SALE BY LEVI FRAZIER 1506 S. 17 th.St., Springfield, Ill. At 1015 E. Washington St. TONIGHT ALL INVITED CHAS. A. GIBBS CHAS. A. BROWN GIBBS & BROWN ATTORNEYS AT LAW AND NOTARIES PUBLIC OLD PHONE 1963 Office: 223 1-2 South Fifth Street The Lincoln Manu Telephone 1501 EAST WASH Springfield INSTRUCTION Carpentering, Painting, Dressmaking, Coor Domestic Other trades will be add Work Shop Open Daily (except Monday from 8 A. M. to 4 P. M. Imperial 5 Hats PETER MEYER 329 NORTH S BY THE WEEK RATES REASONABLE Mrs. Sheffey, Prop. Old Tel. 2226 LOOK NATIVE SALVE DISCOVERED 3500 feet down in the earth. When the doctor fails try a box 25c, 50c, $1 Mrs. P. Taylor, Agt. 1721 E. Kansas Av. Central Training School Old 3309 WINGTON STREET Id, Ilinois ATIONS IN Tailoring, Shoemaking, King, Laundry Work, Science, ed as necessity demands. Classes Tuesday and Thursday Eve. from 7 to 9:30 P. M. 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. WERS & CO. BIDE SQUARE em Cafe -opened ed and Refurnished Meals at Lowest Cost. O PIES A SPECIALTY. Specially invited. Fine Dinner will be served. G. E. Ousley, Proprietor. For the Most Trouble E SALVE and useful every day BY D., Fairmount, Ind. Boughs, Lagrippe, Quinzy, Tonsil- ungs and Pneumonia. Hay Fever. MEN'S WINTER UNDERWEAR ments and Union Suits for men in the various textures to suit the requirements of all classes. The fabrics are Balbriggan, Merino, Cashmere, Worsted Silk Mixture and Pure Silk. :- Separate Garments 50 cts. to $7.50 Union Suits - - $1.00 to $12.00 Men, Ladies, Boys, Misses REPAIRING DONE WHILE YOU WAIT Shoes half-soled of the best leather 35c by Skilled Workman 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 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 WE HAVE never been in better readiness to meet the demand of winter than right now, when counters and shelves are fairly groaning under their weight of fresh new Undergar- ments and Union Suit textures to suit the re The fabrics are Balbri Worsted Silk Mixture Separate Garmen Union Suits - JOHN HABER AND H 204 South LOOK! Good Line Sample Shoe Men, Ladies, REPAIRING DONE Shoes half-soled or by Skille “Prompt Service and E. S 110 South 7th Street Shoe Style You No matter how long you will retain their style and y White Over BENNETH H. If it is Tonsorial W Tons Chair No.1, John Davis; Chair N Grady; Chair No. We make a Specialty of H Massage E. H. Mitchell, Chiropodist 821 E. Washington St. H Suits for men in the various requirements of all classes. Briggan, Merino, Cashmere, Pure and Pure Silk. :- ments 50 cts. to $7.50 - - $1.00 to $12.00 N LUTZ BERDASHER O HATTER th Sixth Street LOOK! One of Up-To-Date Shoes at Half Price For ... S, Boys, Misses ONE WHILE YOU WAIT One of the best leather 35c called Workman and Good Attention," my Motto SINGER Street New Phone 798 Sales That You Will Like you wear a pair of our Shoes, they 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 qual- ties. "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 SCHWEINGLES F. S. MANDERSON F. M. IEGG SHOE CO. 125 W.S. - SPRINGFIELD. [Name] All Work see the Line of Consorialists Chair No. 2, S. P. Webster; Chair No. 3, J. W. No. 4, Prof. G. A. Barksdale. Of Hair Cutting, Shampooing, Facial Image and Bleaching Artist H. Terréll, Shoe Shining Artist Springfield, Ill. DECATUR NEWS. The Allen League of St. Peter's A. M. E. Church closed its year Sunday, Nov. 6. Tuesday evening they held their monthly business meeting and elected officers for the year. The report showed $173.75 raised through this department during the year. Sunday morning at 9:30 the juniors gave their annual program. At 6:30 there was a mass meeting and a program given in which Miss Minnie Kelly spoke on "The Allen League, It's Present Condition, and It's Future Possibilities. Monday there was a reception given in honor of the newly elected officers. The Juniors were entertained from 3:00 to 5:00 p. m., and the Seniors from 8:00 to 11:00 p. m. A very enjoyable evening was spent in games and music. The house was decorated in the league colors of dark blue and white. Refreshments were served. Miss Minnie Kelly is to be congratulated to a very great extent on the successful year just ending, as probably no other person devoted so much of their time to the great work of this organization as did Miss Kelly. And with the faithful assistance of Dr. Morrow a great work has been accomplished, and the league has been placed upon a very substantial basis. Mrs. Jacobs, wife of the veteran barber of Decatur, has been seriously ill for the past week, having suffered a "set-back" which proved more serious than was at first suspected. Mrs. Jacobs was unable to lie down for several nights and was compelled to obtain her nightly rest in a sitting position. Her son, Roy, however, reports a bright outlook for the near future. Mrs. Ballard, of 511 Spring Avenue, spent Sunday in Champaign on a pleasure trip. The Peerless Improvement Club of the Antioch Baptist Church met last Tuesday evening in a very enjoyable meeting, at which time Mr. Walter Stranger read a paper to the club, much to the enjoyment of the assemblage present. It has been hinted at that Mr. Stranger is to be another of our young ministers emanating from Decatur. Rev. Fields sang a solo, and there was a discussion by the members of the club. The club is preparing for a banner evening net Tuesday. The Decatur people last Friday evening were treated to an excellent rendition of "His Humble Servant" by the unsurpassable Otis Skinner. Unfortunately a very few colored people were present, but it stands approved that those of them who did see this, the greatest of actors on the American stage, were much benefited by the performance, which told a plain story of every-day life so that, and in a way that every one could understand. Rev. Fields spent Sunday in Bloomington on business. What was supposed to be one of the best hunting expeditions of the season was taken by James Carter, Herbert Hurley and Otto Murriel last week. The trip extended into the wilds of Illinois and all over everywhere, where human toot had never trod before—this season. If the statements of the participants are to be taken as true, it is hard to believe that there are many more things to be shot at, at least in the borders of the grand old state of Illinois. But the people of Illinois owe these young trappers a debt which may never be paid, a just one, too. We can now venture outside of our doors at night without being at least afraid for Otto Murriel, James Carter and Herbert Hurley have exterminated the bear, the deer, the panther, and the wild cats from our midst. Children can now go unaccompanied to and from their schools and have not the least fear that the boo-goo man will catch them, because these young sharpshooters have made that a myth. The boys say they brought back their game and other spoils on a special, but no record of such a special could be found for THE FORUM correspondent. Next Monday evening Dr. Vernon, registrar of the U. S. Treasury, will speak to Decatur people at the Antioch Baptist Church for the benefit of that organization. Four colored people saw Maude Adams, the greatest American actress, last Tuesday night. That's all. The story told by Miss Adams in her new "What Every Woman Knows" was of especial deep heart-rending interest to every one with a heart. And was enacted in a manner all her own. 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 10c (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 Natl' Bank Bldg., Covington, Ky. CHURCH DIRECTORY. St. Luke's Episcopal Church. REV. R. L. WILSON, Rector. Sunday School ..... 10:00 a. m. Morning Prayer and Sermon. 11:00 a. m. Evening Prayer and Sermon. 8:00 p. m. Celebration of Holy Commun. last week. Sunday of each month at ..... 11:00 a. m. Litany with instruction every Wednesday at ..... 8:00 p. m. Ladles' Guild Meets every Prayer. Wednesday at ..... 2:00 p. m. Principal Saints' Days are observed by the celebration of Holy Communion. Preaching every Sunday at...10:45 a. m. and...7:45 a. m. Sunday School at...12:45 a. m. Sunday School at...6:30 a. m. Class every Sunday, Endeavor at...12:00 noon Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Eighteenth and Class C. REV. D. W. BLOODWURTH, Pastor. Services, Sunday at ..... 11:00 a. m. Sunday School at ..... 2:00 p. m. Services, Sunday at ..... 7:30 p. m. Prayer, meeting Wednesday at ..... 8:00 p. m. Grace M. E. Church, Union Baptist Church. Twelfth and Mason Streets. REV, B. L. IVORY, 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 (choose at 2:30 P.M. Zion Baptist Church. Ninth and Carpenter Streets. REV. A. W. WILLIAMS, Pastor. Sunday Service at 11:00 a. m. Sunday School at 8:00 p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 6:00 p. m. Evening Service at 8:00 p. m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p. *Miss Mary Baptist Church, Eighth and Miller Streets. REV. D. J. TATE, Pastor. Sunday Services at 11:00 a. m. Sunday School at 9:15 a. m. Sermon at 8:00 p. m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p. *St. John A. M. E. Church. REV. WM. M. COLLINS, Pastor. Sunday Services at 10:45 a. m. Sunday School at 2:30 p. m. Evening Service at 7:45 p. m. Odyssey and Meeting Mondays at 8:00 p. p. Prayer and Praise Meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p. m. Sunday School Teachers at 8:00 p. m. Meeting Thursdays at 8:00 p. m. Choir Rehearsal Fridays at 8:00 p. m. Old Time Methodist Church. REV. N. GRIFFIN. In Charge. Sunday Services ..... 10:30 a. m. Sunday School ..... 10:30 a. m. Praying School ..... 3:00 p. m. and 7:30 p. m. Prayer Meeting. Tuesday ..... 8:00 p. m. Holiness meeting every Thursday evening. 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. Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Fifteenth Street, between Washington and Jefferson Streets. REV. J. H. DOSWELL, Pastor. Service Every day at ..... 8:00 p. m. Sunday School at ..... 7:30 p. m. Instruction Every Wed. at ..... 8:00 p. m. DECATUR CHURCH DIRECTORY ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH. 920 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. Marita 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. M. Kemp, Secretary Sewing Circle. Mrs. Bertha Benton, Church Chorister Miss Willie Pearson, Church Organist ST. PETER'S A. M. E. CHURCH. SERVICE 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 Res., 848 Colfax St. LITERARY CLUB. Mark Cummins ..... 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.....8:00 p.m. Choir Meeting, Friday.....7:30 p.m. Sewing Circle, Friday.....2:30 p.m. SEWING CIRCLE OFFICERS. Mrs. Jane King .....President Mrs. Annie Browner .....Secretary UNION BAPTIST CHURCH. Rev. F. P. Thornton, Pastor. Residence, 1110 Woods St. SUNDAY SERVICES. Sunday School .....10 a. m. Preaching .....11 a. m. Preaching .....8 p. m. E. Y. P. U .....6:30 p. m. MID-WEEK SERVICES. Preaching, Wednesday .....8 p. m. Prayer meeting, Friday.....8 p. m. Lord's Supper each third Sunday. All are cordially invited to attend. M. B. H. B. HUGHES, General Agent. T. R. THOME Special Age Phone, Main 1963 HUGHES & THOMPSON will call on you in a few days you in one of the Strongest Sick and Accident panies on earth. $200,000.00 deposited in the Treasury to protect policy holders. 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If you k of the lot, and there are from in the O WINTER NE... to $35.00 coats at 1=2 Price prices on Furnishing Goods en by mail order houses Herrick ---