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THE FORUM C. F. MOR C. F. MORTIMER 2023 Endorsed by The Forum for Congress. EIGHTH REGIMENT DOES EXCELLENT WORK. Week Spent in Camp a Most Pleasant One—New Drill a Feature. The famous Eighth Illinois Regiment arrived in the city Aug. 26 aglow and with great gusto they drilled and entertained the people. Col. Marshall, of Chicago, has charge of the regiment. A large crowd of white and colored people were out Sunday and the men did fine on the parade grounds. Monday's and Tuesday's work was also good. Thursday was Governor's Day and the biggest crowd for years past was out. Governor Deneen and staff reviewed the troops. Adjutant General Dickson paid the boys a special compliment for meritorious services. The new exercise drill, known as Butt's Manual, was a feature and a novelty. Co. H makes good record. A large number of visitors were present. (Continued in next issue.) The Eighth Regiment's Record. The Eighth Regiment, I. N. G., made an enviable reputation here last week, both in general department and efficient field work. The Governor's Day exercises were pronounced grand. The exercise drill from Butt's Manual elicited great applause. The colored people showed their appreciation by turning out in large numbers. The music by the band was a feature. The evening concerts HON. L. Y. SHERMAN. May Be Candidate for U. S. Senate. --- Vol. 8, No. 26 [Single Copy 5 cents] drew large crowds. The Second Battalion, under Major Duncan, won special honors for excellent work. The down staters are fast forging to the front. Political Forecast for 1912. BY DR. J. H. MAGEE. Springfield, Ill., Aug. 8, 1911. In answer to the question, "Who will be our next state standard bearers" by Mr. Chas. Smith, assistant secretary of the Railroad and Warehouse Commission, I answer: Chas. S. Deneen, James A. Rose, W. H. Stead, J. C. McCullough, present incumbents, will in all probability succeed themselves. It will take the united strength of these strong men to land the ship of state in the Republician harbor in 1912. Each of these men has made good in administering the affairs of their respective offices, and I believe the people will give their approval by a re-election of these faithful and efficient men in 1912. K. of P.'s Military Ball a Big Success. The military ball given at Arion Hall by Capital City Lodge, K. of P., was a big success. A large host was out. The deportment of all reflects credit upon the lodge and the committee of arrangements deserve special credit for the success. There may be another soon. TO THE PUBLIC. The Square Deal Restaurant has just opened at 117 North Eighth street. Regular meals 25c, lunches 15c. Short orders at all hours. Meal hours, 7 a. m. to 10 a. m. 12 m. to 3 p. m., 6 p. m. to 9 p. m. The best eating house in the city. Give us a trial. WALKER HILL, Propr. NOTICE—REMOVAL. The Forum office will be located in rooms over Tobin & Canham's jewelry store (in rear), $521 \frac{1}{2}$ E. Adams street, hereafter. Telephone Old 0000. Entertains Miss Alsene Wilford entertained last Wednesday, Aug. 30, the Rose Bud Art Club and their friends for Miss Ruth Davis, of Missouri, who has been spending her vacation with her parents. She will leave soon to resume her school work. Quite a pleasant evening was spent. The out-of-town guests were: Mr. Ranson of Missouri, Mrs. Johnson of Lexington, Miss., Mrs Rufus Lashley of Bloomington Mrs. Cummings of Decatur, and Mr. Goins of Lanesville. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." WOOD RIVER BAPTIST ASSOCIATION. In Session at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 18th and Cass Sts. Large Crowds Attending. Deneen Makes Address. The Wood River Baptist Association, which opened here Monday, was among the most effectual sessions held for years. There was a large number of ministers and ladies present. Tuesday afternoon Rev. S. S. Sission of Danville preached the sermon to the ministers and deacons and delivered a very appropriate sermon. Tuesday night Hon. Sydney S. Breese made the welcome address for Mayor Schnepp, and was responded to by Dr. E. H. Borden, D.D., of Paris, in a most scholarly and masterly manner. During the session Dr. Braden of Chicago addressed the association and made a fine argument against worthless men and the dereliction of parents to children. He said that 12 and 14 year old colored girls are doing untold harm by their looseness, freedom and immorality. He referred to this class of girls loitering around the soldiers and other places where they have no business. He pointed out the fact that this class and this species of sin are as a millstone about the neck of the race. He also denounced many of the shortcomings of the preachers and declared for good and able men as ministers. Gov. Deneen addressed both the ladies' and men's meetings at 3 p. m. Wednesday and was heartily received. He was introduced by Mr. S. J. Williams and responded to by Rev. T. L. Smith of Quiney. (Continued in next issue.) Farmer Family Visits Indianapolis Aug. 20. Mr. John Farmer, proprietor of the Farmer Carpet Factory, and wife, W. H. Farmer, his son, and Miss D. Farmer, his daughter, were in Indianapolis on the above named HON. JAS. A. ROCE J. B. Will be a candidate for re-election to the office of Secretary of State. Mr. Rose has filled that position for 16 years and has given the State Creditable service. It is conceded that he is har dto equal. date and "took in the city." The occasion was celebration of Mr. Farmer's 67th birthday anniversary. Mr. Wm. H. Farmer showed the party over the city. They were the guests of relatives. Family Reunion. A family reunion was held Wednesday, Aug. 23d, by several families of this city. It was originally intended to be held at Washington Park, but on account of the inclement weather it was held at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church. Among those present were Mr. Chas. Ellis and family, the Moses Smith family and the Faro family. A most enjoyable time was had by all. Hon. Shelby M. Cullom has arrived in the city and opened headquarters in the New Leland Hotel. That he will be a candidate to succeed himself is self-evident. He will be a hard man to defeat. Deneen will in all probability be a candidate for re-election. JACKSONVILLE, ILL. Mr. Thomas Waggoner has been offered a nice position as piano player in a theatre in Pittsfield, Ill. He will accept the position. Miss Grace Roberts, of South Clay avenue, will resume her studies at the High School again this fall. Miss Nellie M. Early of East Henry street and nephew, George Miller, have returned from a pleasant visit with her cousin, Mrs. Ed. Wright and family, at Sinelair. Miss Jessie B. Carter of East Chamber street, continues to be poorly. Mr. Chas. Lewis, of Pittsfield, was a Jacksonville visitor recently. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Sharp of West Lafayette avenue visited friends in Hannibal, Mo., recently. Mallory Brothers furnished some excellent music recently at a big picnic in Franklin, Ill. Nettie Hall attended the Federation Clubs at Monmouth, Ill., recently. Mrs. Burnkten and family are now residing on South West street. Mrs. Mary Spencer has returned from Chicago, Ill. Mrs. W. B. James and daughter, of Chicago, are the guests of Mrs. W. M. Briscoe of East Wolcott street. The chicken fry given August 17th by members of Mt. Pisgah Church was largely attended. Rev. and Mrs. Miller and daughter, Margarette Vivian, were Pittsfield visitors recently. Mr. Westley Davis left recently for his home in Pittsfield, Ill. Rev. Miller, of Washington street, attended the conference at Hannibal, Mo., last week. Miss Zelma Novel, of Clarksville, Mo., visited Miss Maud Allen and other friends recently. Among the prominent men who are employed at the Capps factory are Chas. Moore of Goltra avenue, Isaac Gorum, John Haithman, James Young, Frank Fry, Ora Moore and George Parker. All are well liked and have been employed there for a number of years. Mrs. Troy Geeter, of North Pine street, was in Quincy recently. Mrs. Josephine Butler was completely surprised at her home on Lincoln avenue by Miss Ethel Stewart. A good time was enjoyed by all who were present. Mrs. John Williams left recently for her home in Enterprise, Iowa. Her sister, Mrs. Ovenia Hyatt, accompanied her. The supper given August 15th on the Fourth Ward School lawn by the Mt. Emery Baptist Church members was quite a success. Mrs. Elizabeth Hall, of South Lurton street attended the Bowling Green fair recently. Anna Lynch, Mrs. Alma Wright. Mrs. Lucinda Wright and Ada Bell attended the Bowling Green fair. Miss Josephine Haskell will leave Sept. 1 for Atlanta, Ga., to attend the Normal there. Mrs. Steel and Mrs. Dixon of New Orleans, La., visited Mrs. Troy Geeter recently. Home-Coming Reunion Friday, Sept. 22, at Irwin's Park. The program is made up of literary, musical and athletic novelties. Watch for the bills. The following speakers have accepted the invitation to be present: Ex-Gov. Richard Yates, Major Otis B. Duncan and Hon. C. S. Gibbs. SAMUEL ALEXANDER, Chairman of the Day. M HON. RICHARD YATES. Will Speak at Irwin's Park Sept. The following is a partial p the forenoon: Two big base ball games. L. 1904. Other speakers: Otis B. H. Bellamy, "The Nation's Wro Progress of the Negro." The f Dr. S. A. Ware, will be a feature and complete program later. I will be there. Plenty fun and a play. Samuel Alexander is cha 's Park Sept. 22—Emancipation "Lincoln." is a partial program for the all games. It is to be the ones: Otis B. Dunean, "The Nation's Wrongs;" C. S. Giro. "The famous musical be a feature of the program later. It is hoped the very fun and amusements. The under is chairman of the d M. B. Will Speak at Irwin's Park Sept. 22—Emancipation Day. Subject, "Lincoln." The following is a partial program for the day, beginning in the forenoon: Two big base ball games. It is to be the biggest affair since 1904. Other speakers: Otis B. Duncan, "The Negro Soldier;" B. H. Bellamy, "The Nation's Wrongs;" C. S. Gibbs, attorney, "The Progress of the Negro." The famous musical extravaganza, led by Dr. S. A. Ware, will be a feature of the program. Watch for bills and complete program later. It is hoped that all the ex-slaves will be there. Plenty fun and amusements. The best orchestra will play. Samuel Alexander is chairman of the day. BLOOMINGTON. ILL. Mr. Harry Lewis, who has been employed at the Claypool hotel at Indianapolis, returned home Friday, the 25th, to prepare for encampment with Co. G of which he is Second Lieutenant. Mr. C. E. Jackson spent Thursday in Indianapolis. Mr. W. O. King, captain of Co. G, returned home Friday from Indianapolis. Mrs. Laura Walton visited in Chicago last week. Mr. Moses Patton was a Chicago visitor Sunday. Mr. Louis Hodge returned to Bloomington Saturday from Kentucky. Miss Wright of Jacksonville is visiting Miss Lora Pierson. Mr. George Crawford died at his residence on S. E. street Tuesday morning. The funeral was held at the Baptist church, with Rev. Carr officiating, assisted by Rev. G. Hoagland, which was the family request. Mr. Crawford was a member of the K. of P., No. 24, of this city. Miss Bertha Pollard and Mr. Clarence Johnson were recently married at Peoria, which was quite a surprise to their many friends. They are residing on S. Oak street with Mrs. Savage. WAN 500 More P ANTI More People to SIDE OF THE RAC WANTED This is also the Best Colored Paper in which to advertise. We cover Decatur, Peoria, Lincoln Danville, Jacksonville, Bloomington, etc. Historical Society. State House. 22—Emancipation Day. Subject, Lincoln." Program for the day, beginning in it is to be the biggest affair since Duncan, "The Negro Soldier;" B. Angs;" C. S. Gibbs, attorney, "The famous musical extravaganza, led by of the program. Watch for bills it is hoped that all the ex-slaves musements. The best orchestra will man of the day. Mr. Watkins of Decatur visited Mr. Elia Pierce last week. Mr. Watkins is a real estate man of that city. Mrs. Young visited in Decatur last week. Miss Blonton and Miss Bass visited in Decatur last week. Mr. Chas. Burres of Gibson City drove over a Stoddard Dayton Sunday. Mr. James Shaffer is driving for W. L. Evans on N. Main. The Bloomington colored boys defeated the Normal colored boys in a ball game at O'Neal park by a score of 13 to 1, Sunday morning. Sunday afternoon Bloomington boys played the west side (white boys) and were defeated by 5 to 4. Mr. Elmer Williams of Chicago spent two days in the city last week visiting Mrs. Cora Osborn and friends. First Grand Annual Outing of Rising Sun Lodge No. 26, K. of P., of Lincoln, Ill., to be held at Wooded Grove Tuesday, Sept. 12, twelve miles north of Lincoln. Illinois Traction System direct to grounds. Round trip from Peoria, Bloomington and Springfield for $1.00. Base ball between Springfield and Lincoln. Music by Nix's Orchestra. Committee, Budd Orendorff, Jas. Hummer, W. C. Russell. 15 cents Per Month Attend the 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 postoflice at Springfield, Ill, under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879, One Year 2. ...0ceeesees + 1.50 One Month ...........++-- 150 Wa Cope hi stecsee tin, E. L., Rogers, Editor and Manager. J.B. Osby, Associate Editor. ‘Felephone, Old 3806 ice Thursday, September 7, 1911, EDITORIAL | The Governor of Arkansas, be- fore the Negro Business League, advised the colored people to buy’ land, get steady employment, open businesses of their own, accumulate wealth, and for the colored women to be neat and tidy and become skilled housewives, ete. This was the best advice he could have given. We say ditto to that. Negroes must learn that cardinal principle. Mr. Van Lee and wife and daughter, of Decatur, were in the city Sunday, the guests of relatives and attending the encampment. Watch The Forum for announce- ment of a Grand Exeursion by Illinois Traction System to East St. Louis, IIL, to attend the Ilinois Conference, Sunday, Sept. 24, 1911, Dr. J. H. Magee and Quiney Bradley, committee in charge. Death of Raymon Martin in Decatur. Raymon Martin, employed at the Decatur Hotel saloon as porter, was found in an unconscious state Thursday of last week under the window of the hotel. he De- catur papers tell a weird tale. It was stated that Martin was in a room on the third floor of the hotel with some traveling men, having gone there to carry up some drinks. ‘The men were gambling, it is said, and Martin was invited to join the game. He did so. They further state that Martin was ordered by the proprietor of the hotel to va- eate and refused. The proprietor said: ‘‘I will get the officer,”’ and started down, They said Martin said: ‘‘I will beat you down,”’ and stepped out of the window, thinking that he was stepping out into the fire escape, falling fifty feet. below. Few people believe this story, but, on the contrary, they believe that Martin was play- ing with this erew and was win- ning, and they became involved in an altercation and threw Martin out of the window. It looks sus- picious, because there was no thor- ough investigation. When they found out that it would involve those traveling men and the pro- prietor of the Decatur Hotel they were quiet. It is a real fish story. When the truth is known you will find out that Ramon Martin was shamefully murdered at the hands of Mr. Stubbs et al., in a room in the De- eatur Hotel. This seems to be the way it looks, If not suspicious, why don’t they make a thorough investigation? Furthermore, why don't they arrest the hotel man- ager for allowing gambling to: go on in his hotel. It is the bounded duty of the State’s Attorney and other officers to probe the matter to the core and bring it before the grand jury. When colored people do crimes the papers become vig- ilant committees and help run them down, too often getting inno- cent men. In_ this: instance the papers obseured matters. But time will tell, Who killed Raymon Martint T. W. Quinlan Moves Office. T. W. Quinlan has moved his law office to the Hay Bldg., 6th and Washington streets. The African Movement. Some few weeks ago a colored man was through here advocating the establishment of a colony in Europe or Africa or any other place outside of America. He does not argue that it is feasible to move all of these 10,000,000 col- ored people, but he does think it a good idea to have such a colony as a refuge. We have not given the project serious consideration, but. Polaye that the idea is not altogether a bad one. America is the Acbareot home of the colored people who help develop her. re sources and make her institutions HON. CHAS. 8S. DENEEN. Ris: =a na e <a | ee Ro le a I cam baat tae oe a = 7 o i * ey . r a - ro 3! ie Batic ys: ies 7 ae ; ee i oe ‘ Sa aa ay cea eee PRG ae. Se ee * Ca tial ca ila : cae att BS aes ae w Pes Re Ber tate: Nee Bs ' Ra ae ae Se: Beh a oa ROP e Were iwc ta Pinay, Bae ees has Ree Po ae bis igi : a aaa es ale’ , ICS, G ee 7 nS ae ; ie ara sia Ie a : ee | eS) ee = ae eet. | a | Reviewed 8th Regiment Thursday and was entertained at Regi- mental headquarters by the staff and the officers of the regiment Wednesday he addressed the Wood River Baptist Association. Sunday, Aug. 3, the Governor broke a bone in his left leg in an auto aceident. oes what they are, by sacrificing the srauinen Santiat Chura best blood it produced. ‘They are Rav. Ec. Coun B,D, Paster. a part and parcel of the nation | gorvices, Sunday at .......:...12300 a. m. and will always be a factor in the | 8.,¥.(P. Us at 0000202000000 7300 p.m body politic, but a colony estab- Prayer Meetihig’ Wednesday” ak 8:00 p.m. lished is not inimical to our wel-| chin, COmmunion ASE Sunday oF each fare. ‘Sunday School at 2:30 p. m. ——————_— Zien Baptist Church. DECATUR CHURCH DIRECTORY.| xinih ‘ana carpenter Streets Aree, Lois CHURCH. | sunday goriiee at ecseesser dh & m ing Ave. Ninday, School at. vscvsevesses 100 ym Rev. J. A. Crockatt, Pastor, Bvening. Service ag "0220000002" ge bem Res, 846 West Decatur St.| Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p. m. R, Oliphant, Chureh Clerk, New: Hops Bapétat CHUPER) Ree. 920 Clinton 6t. Highth and Miller Streets, Edward Motley, Superintendent Sun- enone Pees beara e ‘a.m. day School. Peniey Benen 6:5. .-sen rion. Se SUNDAY SERVICES. Suhay. Bohol ..../+i..0602 9180a0m Precohing ....0. 0 eeeeseee++11:00 0, m. BOM. P. Weseccecceccsseees 6:80pm Preaching ....., ..-s.++++++ 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 Sew- ing Circle. Mrs. M. Kemp, Secretary Sewing Circle. Mrs. Bertha Benton, Church Chorister, Miss Willie Pearson, Church Organist. 586 Spring Ave. J. T. Morrow, Pastor, Res., Parsonage. SUNDAY SERVICES. Allen Junior League........ 9:30a.m Preaching ........ ...6.4+++10:45 a.m, Class Meetings ..,..........12:15 p.m. Sunday School ............. 2:30p.m, Allen Senior League........ 6:30 p.m. Preaching 0.0.0... secsseeee 745 Dem. OFFICERS. | Secretary Trustee Board—Rev. J, W. ‘Woodford; Residence, 509 H. 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,, $48 Colfax St. LITPRARY CLUB. Mark Cummings ...........-Preaident A.D. Cloel .....seseees504++- 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 Cholr Meeting, Friday.......7:30 p.m. Sewing Circle, Friday........2:30 p.m SEWING CIRCLE OFFICERS. Mrs. Jane King.............-President Mrs. Annie Browner.........Secretary CHURCH DIRECTORY. © @t. Luke's Eplecopat church, REV. R. 1. WILSON, Rector Gunday School <ossciscssscceeAQiQ0 a. sm, Sloratle “Prayer ‘aad “Sermonttoo wa Breen ae me bine ‘8:00 p,m. “Son, frst “Sunday ‘of each Ei ibwveend ted lees res Litany vith ‘ikuiriction every ednesday. St ie eer? 8:0) pm. Ladies "Gaud’ seete’” “every Principal sainta' “Daye are “obetwed! by the ‘celebration of Holy Communion, St. Paul's A. M. &, Church, REV. J. H, BYDES, Pastor Dek aera ee Oe bm. \inday Suck wae Ba Allen ohne tondoayor ‘wis: 4:88 Glass every. Sunday ‘at ..0+2..8:00 noo Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Bighteenth and Cass Sts. fe Rev. Epwanos, Lapeer Services, 8 ft eeteseseeclAiQQ. a.m. Bemus aah ccc Re Seerioe ad oot Bae. Meets cage Aah, bw: Grace M. &. Chureh, Fourteenth and Brown Sts, Rey. W. F. Watker services fat seveeesse AiO am. SRaiiants sid: ee Prayer mectings Weahesdey’ at, 100 p.m: Unien Baptist Chureh, ‘twelfth und Maxon Streets, Rev. KE. C, Cone, D. D., Pastor. Gervices, Sunday at .1..-.++4+412:00 a. m. BOY. Po OU. at v.eseccoccccssss 2200 p.m, Sermon at so... 00000000072 $200 p.m Prayer Meeting’ Wednesday’ at 8:00 p.m. oly Communion first Sunday of each Sunday School at 2:30 p. m. Zion Baptist Church. Ninth and Carpenter Streets REV. A. “W. WILLIAMS, Pastor. Sunday Service ats. scessees 4100 @ m Siinday, School at. v.cv..0..002 200 bm Beep tent sea tic ccisess 200 pe mm Evening: Service af 20222°2.55 $800 p.m Braver Meeting Wediieaday ‘ai 8:08 p.m New Hope Baptist Church, Highth and Miller Streets, Sunday ‘Services at sstesee rea” am Sunday School at s.0200l0ce. fa. asm Sermon ateeretcccccceccccc, OH pom Teaver Meeting Wednenday “at itv Bm. St. Jenn Ay M. E, Chureh, REY. WM, M. COLLINS, Pastor. Sunday Services at ........6.1045 a m. Sunday Senoot atte. 202000000 ge0 pla Bvening Service ‘ai 22000000010 1808 Bum Oficial Board Meeting Mon- paige abet praise eatae 2 ™ ‘Wenestage at. sees 8:00 p.m sunday Reno)” aah Being TWurndays, at sai $:90 pm choir Hehearsal Fridays ‘ai... 8:00 p.m. Old Time Methodist _Chureh. Niftfecnth'and cook: RY. N, GRIFFIN, In Change Sunday’ Séreloes tsesseseessess1OM0' mm, Sunday School ge Bam Broaehlings oo 2:0. ahd Fan Bm raver is. "Tuenday. ns $3 Holiness meoting over Thursds oventng. Hon. B. F. Caldwell is the strongest down state man the Dem- ocrats can get. SHOE REPAIRING. Call Bell Phone 3914 and_J. P. ae ey s . id ! fi een i pA Vy | | i i Roberts’ Shoemaker will call and get your old shoes and return them like new. Best leather used —it lasts longer. The best is the cheapest. Prices right. 1707 E. Capito) Ave. The Lincoln Manual Training School Telephone, Old 3309 1601 RAST WASHINGTON STREET Springfield, Tllinois INSTRUCTIONS IN Carpentering Painting Tailoring Bricklaying Shoemaking Drossmaking Cooking Laundry Work Hair Dressing Domestic Science Millinery i Other trades will be added as necessity demands Work Shop Open Daily (except Monday) from 8 A. M. to 4 P, M. E. 0. HAMILTON, Principal Church Directory. Pleasant Grove Baptist Chureh. Sunday School at 9; preaching at 10:30 a. m. and 7 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 5 p.m. Home and Foreign Missionary Society ‘Thursday at 2:30 p m. Prayer meeting Wednes. day, 7:30 p. m. Marching must be done for God and His ehureh. 1G Rey. 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Caldwell Nicholas, ‘There has recently settled as pastor of the Horton Street Baptist chureh, London, Ont., the Rev. J. Caldwell Nicholas, B. A. B. D. He comes ex- eellently equipped for the work and starts under the most encouraging con- ditions, us his people have already ral- lied around him. He is a young man and willing to throw all of his powers into his. endeavor to build up his church. Rev. Mr. Nicholas is from New Orleans, where he received the great- er part of his education, taking his arts at Leland university. ‘To prepare himself for the gospel ministry, to which he felt that he had been called, he came north to Richmond, Va., and took his divinity course at the Virginia Union univer- sity, which school offers the best course of the colored Baptist colleges. Desirous of getting the best for use among his people. he came to McMas- ter university, Toronto, where he did special work in systematic and pas- toral theology, at the same time tak- ing a course in voice culture and pub- lic reading at the Toronto school of expression. His decision to start his labors in Canada was reached through the lead- ings of Providence, for little did be dream when leaving for Tronto that he would have settled in a pastorate 80 far from his native state. On Thursday, March 2, in response to a call from his church, issued to the churches of the Amherstburg associa- tion and the city of London, an or- dination council met with bis people. and after a most thorough examina- tlon it was unanimously agreed to pro- ceed with his ordination. His council bad some of the strong- ‘est men of both races in the denomi- nation on it, and all fellowshiped his statements most heartily. Rev. B. E. Thompson of Windsor and Rev. 8. L. McDowell of Toronto were the mod. erator and clerk. respectively. The | latter, who was his classmate at Rich- ‘mond, preached the ordination sermon. The Baptists of Canada feel elated at having such additions to their minis- try and hope to see the other vacant pulpits filled with just such men. Rev. Mr. Nicholas is a very convincing preacher and has a bright future be- dence pi >, You won't find styles like the OS —————$<_—___ Laat ae Na = IMP E R IAL a 7 You won't find styles near re? eh as swagger. You won't find « IMPERIAL $3 HATS y be ij 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 Sal al the exclusive agency for them, TPN Ue Hats youn think s0 when you see the Ve | new Fall and Winter shapes that Me are ready. PETER MYERS & CO. 529 NORTH SIDE SQUARE Confidence In Leadership Important. If the elevation of the masses of our people in the south is to be accom: plished through the individual efforts of the leaders of the race a great respon sibility rests on them for proper guid. ‘ance and wholesome advice. Nothing ‘will do more to encourage and inspire the masses than confidence in those who lead the way In church, school. politics and business. It 1s possibly the most essential element in the ma- terial development of any race of people. J. B. OSBY ...Real Estate... Farm and City Property Bought, Sold and Exchanged. If you are Thinking of Buying a FARM or a CITY HOME please call and see me 5224 E. Adams St. ~ Bell Tel. 423 SPRINGFIELD, ILL. ‘Supremacy of Federal Constitution. There need not be any undue alarm ‘on the part of those American citizens in the various states whose civil and political rights are being curtailed for the time being, Just as sure as the union of states could not long exist half free and half slave just so sure is the time swiftly approaching when the federal government will strike a deathblow to all unjust laws in the states which are in confiict with the national constitution. Influential Musical Organization. We doubt if there is an organization of vocalists in the northern or New England section of the country which commands wider attention than the North Side Choral club of Pittsburg. The public functions of the club are always liberally patronized. To main- tain its already popular place in the public eye the members are at present busily engaged in rehearsing for their annual concert, which is to be held some time In May. Gade's “Spring Messenger” is the subject selected for the cantata this year. ENTERPRISE SAVINGS BANK We doa ue ie received subject to check. Interest paid on average balances quarterly. Penny Savings Department for children in which deposits are received from 1c up. ‘The ‘Black man's ee ieie s institution. ‘ | laventh and Washington Ste Join the K. of P. ? Why? Because They pay funeral and death benefits promptly. They own over a half million dollars of real estate. They protect YOU in life, YOUR family after death. They have 108,000 loyal members. They have 18,000 trained soldiers in their military department. They have 38,000 ladies in the female department. They have the cheapest, yet best, Endowment Policy. They are the best governed of any Fraternal Society. They have honest, thorough business-men officials. They succeed because They Treat You Right They Treat You Right If you wish to join this greatest and most progrissive of Negro societies, see E. L. ROGERS, C. C., or any K. of P. Dr. S. A. WARE, PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS. OFFICE—615½ E. Washington St. HOURS: 10 a. m. to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. 7 p. m. to 9. Telephone: (old). Office: 3329. Res., 1706-r-2 Calls promptly made. FURNISHED ROOMS — First class accommodations; modern conveniences. $ 1 1 0 3 \frac{1}{2} $ E. Washington street. Mrs. Jessie Ballinger, Prop. Mr. Hill of Chicago spent camp week with Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Morgan, 820 Spring street. Mr. C. H. Morgan was at home last week and attended the exercises at Camp Lincoln. Miss Blanche Hoagland of Bloomington spent last week in the city and attended the camp and other festivities of the week. FIRST CLASS upholstering and general furniture repairing. James B. Bondman, 2020 E. Kansas street, New phone 420. Mrs. Lashley of Bloomington was in the city last week, the guest of her cousin, Miss Daisy Donaldson. Mr. Williams of Alton spent a portion of last week in the city, also Mr. Holmes. Miss Cleota Dealy of Jacksonville spent last week, the guest of Mrs. S J Williams. Miss Gertrude Ferguson of Logan county, Kentucky, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Wm. Boyd, of Lincoln. Mrs. Hattie Manuel Clem has returned home from Green county. Let everybody pay up when the collectors come. You who promised to send in your money, do so. Address P. O. money order to E. L. Rogers, 119 N. Eighth street. Mrs. M E Minnard of Chicago, Most Ancient Matron of Shiloh Court No.1, will attend the Grand Court of Heroines of Jericho in company with her niece, Mrs. S. E. Cooper, Grand Junior Matron, held in Rock Island, Ill., Sept. 12. Capt. W. D. Hodge of North Second street, took seriously ill Thursday night of last week while in camp and is confined in bed. He is being carefully attended by the sick committee of the K. of P. lodge. Mrs. L. E. Barksdale, Beauty Culturist, Hairdressing, Chiropodist, Scalp Treatment, Physical Culture, Hair Straightening, Bust Development. Real Afro-American hair for sale at reasonable prices. Call or address 1703 So. 17th St. FOR RENT: 4-Room house, 1928 E. Stuart St. Apply to J. T. Roberts' Shoe Store, 1707 E. Capitol Ave. Old Phone 3914. Attorney at Law WILLIAMS' BLDG. 11th and Washington Sts. Springfield, - Illinois. They keep every promise. Chas. T. Baumann Edward Baumann PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Deutsche Apotheke) Both Phones 654 YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED Corner 7th and Washington Sts. We will save you money. If you cannot come to the store, call Bell phone 3914, and we will fit you in your home. Lest you forget, we carry a complete line of hosiery. 1707 E. Capitol Ave. Why Not Read The Courier- Journal? HENRY WATTERSON Editor. WE CAN FURNISH YOU ...THE FORUM... We can also give liberal combination rates with Dally or Sunday Courier-Journal. Write Courier-Journal Company, Louisville, Ky., for free sample copy of edition you desire, but be sure to send your subscription order to this paper—NOT to the Courier-Journal. ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM TIME TABLE We have the Paul Lawrence Dunbar books on sale at this office and all the leading colored newspapers.—The Forum. LOCAL NEWS Residence Phone 2819—R 3 Another Low Rate on the Forum Beginning Aug. 10, to August 30 The Forum, One Year For No Credit. Cash With Your Name We Are Determined To Raise Our Subscription List 1,500 More Before November. Edwin Archie Rose, son of Mr. and Mrs. Archie D. Rose, died Monday morning. The funeral was held from Rhoden's undertaking parlor Tuesday afternoon. Rev. J. H. Sydes officiated. Mr. Walker Hill has opened a restaurant at 117 North 8th street. Notice his ad, and give him a call. Mr. Rudolph, our new blacksmith, has as nice a shop as the city possesses. Mrs. E. L. Rogers, Miss Alice Giles and Rev. Walker have returned from the District Conference at Hannibal, reporting a most excellent session. Messrs. A. L. Walter, Jas. H. Johnson, E. C. Hamilton, W. B. Hicklin, et al., have returned from the Supreme Lodge biennial convention, held in Indianapolis. They had a glorious time, and don't you forget it. Mrs. Nancy Jenkins, 417 North 5th street, is visiting in Chicago. Misses Beatrice Osborne and Charlie B. Shelton, of Sebree, Ky., are visiting their aunt, Mrs. H. Tucker, North 14th street. Miss Marie Tucker has returned from Sebree, Ky., where she spent several weeks with relatives. Mesdames John Gaddie and Thomas, of Danville, are guests of Mrs. H. Tucker. Misses Cora and Daisy West- brooks of East St. Louis, teachers in the public schools, are visiting Mrs. Carrie Lee Hamilton. Miss Bertie C. Faro, of East Miller street, left Friday for a visit to Chicago. Much of our out-of-town items was left over this week owing to the lack of space. Mrs. Elizabeth Spiller will leave for Chester, Ill., Sunday, where she will resume her duties as teacher of Lincoln School. Call at Mrs. A. Belle's, 209-211 Harrison street, Peoria, Ill. Furnished rooms. Zion Baptist Notes. Mr. Editor of The Forum: Will you allow me space in the columns of your very excellent paper to announce to the public the coming of the greatest talking man of any race or nationality upon the earth? He is the mouthpiece for the National Baptist convention. Yes, Mr. Editor, he talks with his mouth, head, hands and feet. Sir, he talks all over. You just ought to come and see him talk besides hearing him! This talking man is the Rev. Wm. Beckham, S. T. D., Field Secretary National Baptist convention. Rev. Wm. Beckham, D. D., will preach at the Zion Baptist church Sept. 3 at 7:30 p. m. Don't fail to hear him. The public is cordially invited. You will be paid for coming. 60 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHT & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may quickly asserten our opinion free whether an invention is truly patentable. Our讼ions strictly confidential. HANDCOOK on Patents sent free. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Manu & Co. receive special notice, without charges, in the C. H. JONES Ice Cream Parlor Fruits and Soft Drinks, Candies and Cigars. 1103 E. Washington St. LEGAL Charles S. Gibbs, Complainant's Sollicitor. State of Illinois, Sangamon County—ss. Circuit Court, September term, A. D. 1911. Mattie Weldon vs. Daniel Weldon, in chancery. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Daniel Weldon, 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 Daniel Weldon that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said court, in the chancery side thereof, on the 2nd day of August, A. D. 1911, and that a summons issued out of said court against said defendant returnable on the first Monday of September next, 1911, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Daniel Weldon, 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 September, A. D. 1911, and plead, answer or demur to said compliant'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. Charles S. Gibbs, Complainant's Solicitor. State of Illinois, Sangamon County—ss. Circuit Court, September term, A. D. 1911. Rector Hubbard vs. Marguritti Hubbard, in chancery. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Marguritti Hubbard, 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 Marguritti Hubbard that the complainant filed his bill of complaint in said court, in the chancery side thereof, on the 2nd day of August, A. D. 1911, and that a summons issued out of said court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of September next, 1911, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Marguritti Hubbard, 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 September, A. D. 1911, 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. THRIFTY ORGANIZATION Annual Meeting of Society of Virginia Inns Shows Large Results The annual business and social meeting of the Ladies' auxiliary of the Society of the Sons of Virginia recently held in Granada hall, Brooklyn, was attended by an unusually large number of members and visitors. Mrs. Jennie Stewart, who has been re-elected for the fourth year as president, is rejoicing over the near accomplishment of the standard to which she has been earnestly working—that is, to increase the membership to 100 and the bank account of the organization to $1,000 during her administration. The annual reports revealed the fact that the membership is 104 and the treasury has $995.09 to the credit of the society. The social features of the meeting were greatly enjoyed after the installation of the following officers by the Rev. Dr. William M. Moss: Mrs. Jennie Stewart. president; Isabelle Quarles, vice president; Mrs. Polly Pass, recording secretary; Mrs. Arthur Q. Martin, assistant recording secretary; Miss Cora Robinson, financial secretary; Mrs. C. H. Turner, assistant financial secretary; Mrs. Annie Durrell, treasurer. CAPITAL CITY PANTATORIUM AND TAILORING J. W. SLAUGHTER, Prop. Don't order your Spring Suit before you see my full line of Staple and Novelty Suitings, Striped Trousering and Fancy Vestings. All Woolen Fabrics and a beautiful selection to pick from SUITS AT $18.00 AND UP Cleaning, Pressing, Repairing and Alterations of all Kiuds. 109 SOUTH FOURTH ST. BELL PHONE 535 FIELD, A. HARLO THE TAILOR its and Overco MADE TO ORDER, $18.00 AND UP Workmanship Guaranteed. French, Dry and cleaning. Special attention given to Ladies' W ORK CALLED FOR AND DELIVER A. A. HARLOW THE TAILOR Suits and Overcoats MADE TO ORDER, $18.00 AND UP. Fit and Workmanship Guaranteed. French, Dry and Steam Cleaning. Special attention given to Ladies' Work. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Perfection Under I. T. Block Protection Travel is Perfection Under I. T. Block Protection TATE FA at Springfield, Ill. t. 29 to Oct. 7, 1 Sept. 29 to Oct. 7, 1911 nois Tracti System Illinois Traction System Service in and out of Spr FAST FREQUENT TRAINS a Day regularly enter and Leave the Capit Special Service in and out of Springfield FAST FREQUENT TRAINS 105 Trains a Day regularly enter and Leave the Capital. During the Fair this number will be greatly increased. YOU CAN VISIT THE FAIR OVER THE TRACTION And go home every night cheaper than staying at a hotel. The Automatic Electric Block Signals Protect all Train Movements on the "ROAD OF GOOD SERVICE" Cleaning, Pr 109 PRINGEIEL A. A T Suits MAD Fit and Work Cleaning. WORK C Old Tel. 4346 ravel is Perfecl A Perfect Fit and Workmanship Guaranteed and Alterations of all Kiuds. Specialty. Ladies Work a Specialty. Goods Called For and Delivered. OURTH ST. NE 535 ARLOW AILOR Overcoats $18.00 AND UP. ed. French, Dry and Steam given to Ladies' Work. AND DELIVERED Prompt attention given to all work. Cor. 11th & Washington Sts. Block Protection When you think of the at Springfield, Ill. (McKinley Lines) Think of The ILLINOIS THE LEGEND OF THE WORLD Dunbar's Books are on sale at THE FORUM Office issued in Sept., tha concerning the PR PEOPLE in bu our Cut and Write-up. is to be issued in Sept., taking up the data concerning the PROGRESS OF OUR PEOPLE in business in this State . . . . . . . . . . Get Your Cut and Get in a Write-up. Grady and Webster Imperial Barber Shop If it is Tonsorial Wear Tonsor Chair No. 1, John Davie; Chair No. 2, Grady; Chair No. 4, We make a Specialty of Hair or Hand Facial Mass Hot and C E. H. Mitchell, Chiropodist 821 E. Washington St. For Plain and Fancy Sewing SEE Mrs' E. L. Rogers DONE AT 505 South 17th Street Satisfaction Guaranteed Charges Rewonable Social Work seek Tonsorialists Viria; Chair No. 2, S. P. Webb Chair No. 4, Prof. G. A. B. Specialty of Hair Cutting, Sh and Facial Massage and Bath Hot and Cold Bath Anthropodist H. B. Stone, Fancy Sewing Bell Phone 2156 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. Barkedale. We make a Specialty of Hair Cutting, Shampooing, Electrical or Hand Facial Massage and Bleaching Satisfaction Guaranteed Charges Reasonable Old Tel. 4622 It pays to advertise in The Forum. Beost home industry. ```markdown ``` A. B. Old Tel. 4622 The Forum in Sept., taking up ning the PROGRESS PLE in business in Cut and Get in a rite-up. Work see the Line of sorialists No. 2, S. P. Webater; Chair No. 3, J. W. 4, Prof. G. A. Barksdale. Hair Cutting, Shampooing, Electrical Massage and Bleaching Cold Baths. H. B. Stone, Shoe Shining Artist Springfield, Ill. 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 Out of town subscribers are being sent their bills. Please remit at once. A. E. DANVILLE, ILL., BUSINESS COLUMN. BEELER Transfer and Storage Storage, Express, Moving and Packing BEELER Transfer and Storage Storage, Express, Moving and Packing DANVILLE, ILL. DECATUR Edited by Johnnette Clanton. Miss Georgia Leftlet was at home Sunday afternoon for Miss Lucile Duke of Lincoln. The callers were Misses Florence Davis, Chicago; Johnnette Clanton, Pauline Nickens, Alice Johnson, Mildred and Prudence Sheen, Minnie Kelley, Blanch Woodford, Messrs. N. Rogan, C. Lawrence, O. Murrell, E. Gray, G. Williamson and R. Jackson. Light refreshments were served. Invitations have been issued by the Maple Leaf Social Club for a reception Thursday evening for visiting guests, Mesdames John Williamson, Lizzie Baley, Carrie Vance and A. M. Thomas. Miss Ethel Caldwell gave a birthday party for her sister, Miss Gussie Caldwell, and niece, Miss Leftlet, Monday night. The evening was spent in music, cards and games. Rrefreshments were served. Mrs. Bert Cousins entertained Wednesday night for her sister, Miss Lena Nickens, who left Friday for Muskogee, Okla., to teach school. Tuesday evening an opera party was given for the two girls, Misses Leftlet and Nickens, who left for their school Friday. Scraps of News. Two members have been added to the choir of St. Peter's A. M. E. church, Miss Gertrude Bledsoe and Mrs. Hammonds. Miss Kelley and Miss Ellen Mood have returned to the choir after their vacation trip. When these have become trained and the choir has regained its old footing, Miss L. Moore will take a vacation. Rev. Price preached at the A. M. E. church Sunday night. Mrs. Albright fell from her back stairs, turning her ankle. She sustained a badly sprained ankle. People You Know Misses Ellen and May Moore and Dolly Browner have returned from Niagara Falls. Mrs. Owens, the Grand Worthy Counsellor of Calanthe, was in the city visiting Mrs. Ganaways, also Mr. and Mrs. Thomas of Bloomington was their guests Sunday. Miss Lucile Duke of Lincoln is visiting Miss Lefflet. Miss Cora Neal was the guest of Miss Roberta Earnest Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rogan and daughter were in Chicago for Sunday. Mrs. Molly Rogan returned Sunday from Chicago from a visit to her son, James Hall. Misses Minnie and Blanch Kelley returned Sunday from Indianapolis. Miss Francis Cecil and brother are spending a week in Chicago with Mrs. McGowan. Miss Lena Nickens left Friday for her school in Muskogee, Okla., and will be gone until June. Miss Nickens will have charge of the graded work in a public school. Miss Georgia Leftlet left Sunday for Birmingham, Ala., for her school. Miss Leftlet will have charge of some of the academic studies in the Tugel College. The Tugel College is supported by the colored Pythians of Alabama and since Miss Leftlet is a true Calanthe, she will fill the position well. Miss Davis, a teacher in the public schools of Chicago is visiting her uncle, Mr. William King. WILL H. BEELER, Prop. LER and Storageress, Movingacking Miss Rosebud Hutchenson is visiting in Springfield. Miss Lola McGregory is visiting at Mt. Vernon. Mr. Metcalf has returned to the city. PEORIA NEWS The colored people of this city have been enjoying themselves most highly. Mrs. Ida Stanford, a resident of this city for many years, is about to enter the newspaper business. May success be with her in her business enterprise. Mrs. Lizzie Shields, the widow of Mr. Geo. W. Shields, has been most successful in her rooming house enterprise. The colored soldiers of this city were in Springfield for a week's encampment last week. Many of the "fair sex" of the city went to Springfield during the encampment to help entertain the soldiers. The business men of this city will find it pays to give this paper an ad. or two. The subscribers of this paper are invited to get new ones. You will be paid for service and will find it a profitable pleasure. If you want to buy or sell something, put an ad. in The Forum—it gives results. BOLLMAN LAUNDRY. Does first class work and prompt service. Our motto is to please. Goods called for and delivered. Our prices are reasonable. Give us a trial and be convinced. Call up 207, both phones. Geo. Bollman, Prop. & Mgr. HOME RESTAURANT Meals 15c and 25c, and short orders. Home cooking a specialty. Home-made pies and hot homemade rolls. Best coffee. Sunday dinners special. Ice cream served Saturday nights and Sundays. Meal tickets (21 meals), $3.00. MRS. SALLIE ROSE, Propr. 802 E. Washington Just Opened for Business J. T. O'NEIL 1114 E. S. Grand Ave. New and Up-to-Date Chili and Ice Cream Parlor. Fresh Fish Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Home-made Pies and Pastries. Fresh Milk Daily. Short Orders a Specialty. REISCH BREWERY CO City Brewery Their Bottle Beer is Fine Bock's Special Can't be Boat Try it! Phones 955 Residence 2236 MRS. H. TUCKER 206 N. Fourteenth for nice hats in all the latest styles. Prices very reasonable. Hats trimmed or made to order. Call and see for yourself. Mrs. Mattie Tucker, Prop. Sunday School at 10:00 a. m. Sunday Morning prayer and sermon at 11:00 a. m. Vesper service at 5:00 p. m. Litany and Woman's Guild, every Wednesday at 8. There will be no services on Sunday night during the Lenten season. American Cleaners Cleaning, Dyeing and Repairing All Work Guaranteed French Dry Cleaning of Ladies' and Gents' Clothing. Goods called for and delivered. Prices reasonable. MANAGER. One Brings Another CHAS. ATTORNE AND NO O. P. BERRY, Prop. 1808 E. Monroe St. Old Phone 3632 Office: 223 1-2 South Fifth Street AMERICAN HAIR-GROWER and SHAMPOO SOAP 25c a Jar and 25c a Cake For Sale by all Druggists Springfield, Illinois The Original HAIR GROWERS We Grew Our Hair, Now Let Us Grow Yours With 'PORO' TRADE MARK Registered sul work of growing all kinds, all quali- hair, even to the growing of hair on us scorned the idea that such a thing he hair for hundreds, rapidly achieving our work is that we are being imitated hair we have actually grown, and the frequently mentioned us when trying to is the same" or "just as good") or re- o use only "PORO" Hair Grower (the at the name "PORO" is on every box; only by MRS. A. M. POPE-TURNBO, s. Mo. IMITATIONS. Call or Address WARRICK When we first began our wonderful work of growing ties, all lengths, and all conditions of hair, even to the bald places of the head, many persons scorned the idea was possible; but we have grown the hair for hundred success. The proof of the value of our work is that it and largely by persons whose own hair we have acted further fact that they have very frequently mentioned sell their goods (saying that "theirs is the same" or "ferred to "PORO." We advise you to use only "PORO oldest and best of its kind). See that the name "PORO not genuine without it. Prepared only by MRS. A. "Poro College," 3100 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo. BEWARE OF IMITATION For Treatment, Call or Address MRS. M. E. WARR Bell Phone 3248. A NEW PIANO FOR When we first began our wonderful work of growing all kinds, all qualities, all lengths, and all conditions of hair, even to the growing of hair on bald places of the head, many persons scorned the idea that such a thing was possible; but we have grown the hair for hundreds, rapidly achieving success. The proof of the value of our work is that we are being imitated and largely by persons whose own hair we have actually grown, and the further fact that they have very frequently mentioned us when trying to sell their goods (saying that "theirs is the same" or "just as good") or referred to "PORO." We advise you to use only "PORO" Hair Grower (the oldest and best of its kind). See that the name "PORO" is on every box; not genuine without it. Prepared only by MRS. A. M. POPE-TURNBO, "Poro College," 3100 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo. PIANO FOR SALE BY THE FORUM Any Price--Any Style you Terms made known on Application Easy Weekly or Monthly Price Special Inducements to Church First to Come will be First to be Given Go Style you Wish on Application or Monthly Payments to Churches or Lodges to be Given Consideration Any Price--Any Style you Wish Terms made known on Application Easy Weekly or Monthly Payments Special Inducements to Churches or Lodges First to Come will be First to be Given Consideration SECRET SOCIETIES. 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. Charles Young, No. 103, H. R. U. L. 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. 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, G. M. THOMAS WARRICK, C. S. Meets every second and fourth Tues day 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. E. L. ROOGES, C. C. J. Harold White, K. of R. S. NOTICE. Long articles of an advertising nature will cost the usual rate of 7c per line. Cards of thanks will cost you the regular rate of 7c per line. Please take notice. MANAGER. Hardly a day passes but some customer brings in a friend to acquaint them with our store. The reason is that in no other place are you served in a more satisfactory way, so you are not satisfied to trade anywhere else again and you want your friends to know it. CLARKSON'S Modern Drug Store 213 South Sixth Street MRS. A. M. POPE. Four years ago my nair was only a finger length, and my temples were bald half way up my head. SEE CHAS. S. GIBBS ATTORNEY AT LAW AND NOTARY PUBLIC MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. Four years ago my hair just covered my shoulders. 922 B. Sixteenth St.