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THE FORUM GOV. D. 8x11 Who May Call Another Extra Session. County Coroner Rhoades, who was elected to that important office three years ago, has made one of the best officials this county has ever had. During his tenure of office there has been many mysterious accidents and deaths, all of which called for speedy and careful, as well as impartial, attention. He has met all of these cases and rendered impartial decisions. His work is generally approved. The colored people have no complaint to make, but, on the other hand, desire to give Mr. Rhoades due credit for his manner of fair dealing. Wherever he thinks colored people are entitled to recognition or consideration, he gives it. This is an important office and such men are needed to fill it. NIX'S ORCHESTRA Nix's Orchestra, which furnishes music for four-fifths of the dances and other similar musical affairs, went to Lincoln Nov. 15 and played for the entertainment there. This is our most popular musical set in the city and considered the best. Whenever you advertise it, "Nix's Orchestra will play," everybody smiles. LINCOLN ITEMS By Lucile L. Duke. Mrs. Nancy Crippens departed the early part of the week for a short visit with relatives and friends at E. St. Louis and St. Louis, after which she will go to Metropolis for a several weeks' visit with her parents. Rev. H. Lachey departed Wednesday morning for Springfield to attend the Stewardess' convention. Rev. Lachey will spend a day in Jacksonville visiting friends before returning home. Mrs. Alfred Dyer and Mrs. Mary Hummer left Wednesday morning to attend the Stewardess' convention, which convenes in Springfield, Wednesday and Something L Charley Anderson complaint of the colour a reputable place at He has opened a Something Long Needed Charley Anderson is trying to stop the complaint of the colored people by having a reputable place at which they may eat. He has opened a First-class Chili Parlor and Restaurant at 819 E. Washington St. Give Him A Call. Springfield, Vol. 8, No. 34 [Single Copy 5 cents] Thursday. Mrs. Dyer was elected delegate from Allen chapel. The Dramatic Club of Allen church gave a novelty social at the church last Tuesday evening. The nature of the social was a "peanut hunt." The one who was successful in finding the most peanuts would be given a prize. Mr. Lee Orendoff secured the gentleman's prize, while two ladies made a tie, so the drawing of straws was carried out, giving the ladies' prize to Miss Izora Rogers. Mr. Ben Hite is spending a few days in Lincoln visiting his mother, Mrs. Harriet Hite, on E. Broadway. Mr. Hite is porter on the I. T. S. road. Mrs. Mattie Lamb, Mr. Washington Goins and Mrs. Ida Hummer have opened a lunch room and refreshment stand on W. Broadway, over the Chinese laundry. Short orders and ice cream and soft drinks will be served. The Dramatic Club has been requested to repeat "Under the Laurels," their five act drama, on Thanksgiving evening. The admission will be the same, 25c. Mrs. D. L. McKinney, who resides on E. Pekin street, who has been ill for the past few weeks, is now able to be up and around. Mrs. McKinney was able to be up town the first of the week. Her friends are glad to know she is improving so nicely. Mrs. Ida Hummer received a letter from her little children at Danville. The children are well pleased with their new home and are all well and going to school every day. Mrs. Henry Smith of East Broadway, has been confined to her home for the past week with a severe cold. WANTED—To know who Warren Bibbs claims as his best lady friend? Springfield, Ill. "Be ye doers and not sayers only." The Holiday Number of The Forum Will be out about Dec. 21st Set your Xmas ads ready We hope to make this A Big Success The Concert and Ball at Lincoln. Mr. Budd Orendorff and J. Orendorff and Jas. Booth, managers of the concert and ball given at Lincoln Nov. 15, desire to thank the public for its liberal patronage. Also a special word of thanks to the Springfield people who were there. The affair was a very nice one and was only disturbed a little by a few young "upstarts" who think it indispensable that they make fools of themselves by drinking whiskey, which they hope to do their talking. If the young fellows knew how ridiculous they appear they would go to such things and act like they had common sense, but with that exception it was a very pleasing affair. John Myers and Jas. Foster contested for the cake. Myers taking first prize and Foster second. Chicken and o'possum were served at lunch. Nix's Orchestra furnished music. Thanksgiving ball, Nov. 30. The F Num The F Will be Dec. Get your Xm We hope to A Big DECATUR, ILL Mr. Elder Higgins is yet holding forth at the Transfer Station. He believes in giving his easy earned money to the church. Fifty cents in collection isn't anything for him. He makes the young boys look like a rusty thirty-cent piece. Don't worry, boys; stick on, you are capable of bringing up the rear at any rate. Since Miss Roberts retired from the city to her home in Mounds, Ill., Uncle Sam has been looking for a special mounted carrier to deliver mail from the Federal Building to Mr. Samuel Musky-vally, the expert counter man at Singleton's cafe. We wonder what will happen soon. He will be obliged to take two weeks' vacation, then there will be something doing. Mrs. Vergie Mooreland has moved her belongings from 1876 N. Wilbur street to W. Jefferson. She enjoys her new home. Perhaps she will decide to rest there this winter. Mrs. Dora Doolin, of 1126 East Wood street, has been looking for another resting place for the past three months. We wonder if she will get settled in a new home by Xmas. Mrs. Thomas royally entertained the ladies of the Sewing Circle Thursday afternoon, the 9th, at her residence, 516 South Church street. That was her birthday, being her thirty-first anniversary. She was thankful to be here. The afternoon was pleasantly spent by all present. They told riddles and jokes, and played a few games. Those present were the following Holiday ber of Forum out about 21st mas ads ready to make this Success Mrs. Vernon, Mrs. Maggie Kemp, Mrs. Hartin, Mrs. Cousins, Mrs. Andrew, Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Stewart. A three-course luncheon was served before the ladies departed for their respective homes. Mr. Stewart of North Gurliich street, an old resident and citizen of Decatur, is ill at his home. He is all alone, without the aid of a nurse. His sickness is not serious at present. Miss Roberts, of Mounds, Ill., writes that she will be back in the city again Friday, the 10th. Look out Musky. A revival meeting will soon open at the Antioch Baptist Church. May God revive that church. Mem- Do You Read "The Crisis?" A Literary Gem Edited by the Brainiest Men of the Colored Race. 10 cents the copy For Sale at Thompson's and The Forum bers get your swords in order, bring sinners to Christ. Some soul is lingering now. Mr. Wm. Walters of 547 South Water street, has some new guests. They arrived in the city Friday. the 10th. His residence is now well filled with roomers. Cash is what he is looking for, so that's what's coming. Mr. Jameson of 543 S. Water street, is not at the Review Office any more. He is now living on the interest of his surplus money. JACKSONVILLE NEWS Mrs. Gray, mother of Mrs. Chas. Jackson, of East College street, left recently for Quincy. Her many friends were sorry to see her leave. The following are the members of the Freeman's Orchestra: Herbert Hyatt, Margaret Dewitt, Samuel Boberts, Addison Berry, James Ellison, C. H. Freeman, Carl King, Carl Spencer, Neivira Reveris and Henry Nasby. The coffee at Company L's Hall Nov. 6th was made by John McCree, and was excellent. The committee on buying for Thanksgiving dinner with Mr. Postley as captain is Mrs. D. D. Thomas. Mrs. Dallas Lee is on the Arrangement Committee. The Sewing Circle of the Second Baptist Church meets on Thursday afternoons and the choir meets on Friday nights. The literary program Nov. 7 was in charge of Mrs. Della Harris, and was as follows: Song Service, Prayer, J. Taylor; reading, Mrs. Chas. Sharp; debate, "Should Women Vote?" Negative, J. Taylor; affirmative, Mrs. A. H. Kinniebrew; reading of critics, Mrs. A. H. Kinniebrew. Mr. Chester Brooks of Spring-field paid a visit to Jacksonville friends. Little George Lewis of S. West street is suffering from a severe cold. Mrs. Bates and Mrs. Elizabeth Hall are some better at this writing. Miss Mamie Salle is now taking music lessons from Mrs. J. Kirk. She is doing some good work in music. I wonder why H. H. stopped going with J. H.? Mr. F. L. J. and Mrs. L. M. J. are living together again. The entertainment given by Mus. Mattie Morrison recently for the benefit of McCabe Church was quite a success. The fish fry and supper given Nov. 6 by Hicklin Tabernacle at the A. M. E. Church was a success. 15 cents Per Month A good many hot shots were heard at Company L's Hall Nov. 6th. Miss N. Marie Early, of 627 E. Henry street, is slowly improving from her illness. The funeral of Mrs. Amanda B. Taylor was held Nov. 9th at Bethel Church, in charge of Rev. Shaw, assisted by Rev. Bolden. Music was furnished by Mrs. Guy Washington and Miss Mamie Sallee, with Mrs. J. Kirk as piano accompanist. The flowers were many and beautiful, and the interment was made in the East Cemetery. John Blue, of N. Sandy street, who was injured recently, is getting along nicely. A grand mass meeting was held Nov. 6th at Company L's hall and was largely attended. The chairman was Rev. Allen Miller. The following program was rendered: Invocation, Rev. E. M. Harlis; speech, John Dunn; recitation, Mrs. H. Davis; piano solo, Margaret Dewitt; address, Dr. A. H. Kinniebrew; address, Rev. Shaw; vocal solo, Mr. W. Lurton; vocal solo, Mrs. J. MeCree; addresses, Mr. Dankin and Rev. R. T. Sharp; music, by quartet; address, Mr. Chas. Herman; music, by Freeman's Orchestra; addresses, by Mrs. M. Richardson and Rev. Dewitt. SONG. "SALOONS." Tune, "Glory, Glory, Hallalujah." Good-bye Saloons for another three years. We fought hard to win the battle, But never the less, A. H. K. and B. D., Good-bye Saloons, we bid you all skiddoo While we voted dry, others did cry, That we're for saloons but knew not why. not why, Unless it was for more dry And that's the reason why We all voted dry. The great mass meeting at Company L Hall aroused us all. With hurrahs and shouts we made a big start and won right off. The wets were sore as never before, as the ballots were counted and it was said right off that they had lost. By votes of 157 we won and skint them every inch to many a pinch. So we have been happy ever since, and they have been sore and pinched. Composed by Nellie Early, 627 East Henry street, Jacksonville, Ill. Notice of Night School Instructions are given at Lincoln Manual Training School on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7 p. m. to 9 p. m. d "The Crisis?" Vary Gem Bainiest Men of the ROGERS & OSBY Proprietors and Publishers 5221/2 E. Adams St. A weekly paper devoted to the interests of the whole people. Entered as second-class mail matter February 24, 1904, at the postoffice at Springfield, Ill., under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. One Year ..... $1.50 One Month ..... 15c Per Copy ..... 5c E. L. Rogers, Editor and Manager. J. B. Osby, Associate Editor. Telephone, Old 3806 Thursday, Nov. 16, 1911. EDITORIAL UNIONISM AND THE NEGRO. The fundamental law of the labor union is all right, but the spirit of the organization is inimical to the welfare of the Negro or colored race. (Some "colored" people claim that there is no such race as "Negro.") They claim to be organized specifically for the benefit of the laboring people—the "common people," but they are organized against their best friends, the capitalists and the colored man. Therefore, they may expect for the capitalist and the Negro to be antagonistic in self defense. Union labor federations have plenty of good men who believe in a square deal for all, but the majority do not. We do not believe that union labor as an organization can live and retain potentiality, because the spirit of the organization is not democratic, but despotic and monopolistic—the very thing they cry out loudest against. Editor Forum:—A questionable mode of entertainment for some of the people of Springfield is given by an afternoon paper which shows very plainly its attitude toward our people. This paper, in its efforts to increase its subscription list, offers us without the slightest compunction, a gratitious insult, which they would not dare offer any other race. Verily we are at the mercy of thugs, both the plug ugly kind who assault us on the streets, and the near Christian thug who more cruelly assaults us from his sanctum. Stand up, all of you, and be counted, who will continue to support this sheet by your subscription. GEO. W. FORD. The aim is to make the Thanksgiving Ball this year the best ever put on. Millinery and Hair Dressing Department at Lincoln Manual Training School. One of the special features added to the Lincoln Manual Training School for this school year is the department of millinery and hair dressing. Mrs. Edward Lee, a very competent specialist, has charge of the hair dressing department. This is something that every young and elderly lady is personally interested in. Call and enroll your name and arrange to take the instruction at whatever time suits your convenience. 15th and Washington streets. REPUBLICANS WIN IN MARY LAND. Famous Diggs Disfranchisement Measure Defeated—Gormanism Repudiated. The victory in Maryland for the Republican party is significant. The entire Republican state ticket was elected and the Diggs measure buried. This places Maryland to the front, and owing to the fact that that state has a tremendous Negro vote, places the colored man on higher ground and makes the Negro vote a factor in the next national campaign. Massachusetts and Kentucky were both lost to the Democrats, but Foss of Boston was very popular and the Republicans of the Bay state had become a little derelict. Democrats, however, made several gains in municipal elections. Republicans made gains in New York. It had been hoped that the G. O. P. would retain Kentucky, but the entire Democratic state ticket was elected. The Democrats also have both branches of the legislature, yet the Blue Grass state may go Republican next year. Remember our office is 522½ E. Adams street, Room 4. ALCO SYSTEM CLOTHES A Fashion Revelation We offer our customers for this Fall and Winter a showing of Suits and Overcoats so novel and distinct that it is nothing short of a Fashion Revelation. Every garment is strictly and carefully tailored in every detail and you can always feel assured of a correct fit and individuality of style. The models illustrated are merely suggestive of the values we have assembled ready for your inspection. Just the Suit you want is here at just the price you want to pay. $10.00 to $35.00 The latest creations in Boys' and Children's Suits and Overcoats. One whole floor devoted entirely to Boys' and Childrens' Knee Pant Suits. All the latest Styles in Hats and Haberdashery FOUR FLOORS OF CLOTHING HALL & HERRICK CO. Regulated Saloons Help Colored People. For the saloons to be run orderly and under strict regulations, is a great asset for the colored people. In any town or city where saloons are run "wide open" and the people are allowed to drink and do as they please, the colored people are the sufferers. If a drunken thug kills a colored man in a saloon, they swear lies and the murderer is acquitted. The same is true of mobs. So don't forget to help protect yourself. The "Crisis" reports that a "Negro aviator is flying at Memphis and Macon Ga." We thought it time some colored man had gone "crazy," too. Pastors may send in a short outline of their Sunday services every week to the Forum, 5221½ E. Adams street. Colored people can't eat promises any more than white people, and the Republican party must not hope to retain its Negro contingent on this kind of "food," because we do not intend to ignore men because they are allied with the Democratic party, when such men are our friends and are willing to give us nutritious food to eat and not promises only. In Massachusetts they are again calling for the Negro vote to help regain that state into the Republican column. MORTUARY. Mrs. Polk, of North 12th street, died very suddenly last week. The funeral was held at the Union Baptist church, Rev. E. C. Cole officiating. People in all the adjoining towns will kindly send in their subscriptions or be ready to pay when the collector comes. Don't fail to see Eugene Dumont, the great Hypnotist and blind-fold driver, at Masonic Hall Nov. 21 and 22, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. The Lincoln Manual Training School Telephone, Old 3309 1501 EAST WASHINGTON STREET Springfield, Illinois Carpentering Painting Tailoring Bricklaying Shoemaking Dressmaking Cooking Laundry Work Hair Dressing Domestic Science Millinery Other trades will be added as necessity demands Work Shop Open Daily (except Monday) from 8 A. M. to 4 P. M. E. C. HAMILTON, Principal Fifth and Adams Streets. The insurance in Peoria Fidelity, Beneficial and Protective League of Springfield is progressing nicely under the management of C. H. Jones. Many are taking the thought of doing something for themselves in the interest of their own race. NEW THE SEWING MACHINE OF QUALITY. NOT SOLD UNDER ANY OTHER NAME. HOME WARRANTED FOR ALL TIME. If you purchase the NEW HOME you will have a life asset at the price you pay, and will not have an endless chain of repairs. Quality Considered it is the Cheapest in the end to buy. If you want a sewing machine, write for our latest catalogue before you purchase. 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Manager 520 East Monroe 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 thihk so when you see the new Fall and Winter shapes that are ready. ERS & CO. SIDE SQUARE Property Bought, Sold and changed. Buying a FARM or a case call and see me t. Bell Tel. 423 HELD, ILL. ERPRISE S BANK business. Deposits received on average balances quarterly. or children in which deposits are lies in this institution. SAVINGS BANK eleventh and Washington Sts. eee Join the K. of P. ? Because They keep every promise. 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 88 00 ladies in the female department. They have the -heapest, 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 If you wish to join this greatest and most progrissive of Negro societies, see E. L. ROGERS, C. C., or any K. of P. Bdward Buumaon Chas. T. Baumann BAUMANN BROS. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Dentsche Avotheke) Both Phones 654 YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED Corner 7th and Washington Sts. Courier: Journal ? HENRY WATTERSON Editor, WE CAN FURNISH YOU «se THE FORUM... ‘Weekly Courier-Journal Beth one year for $2.00 We can also give liberal combination rates with Dally or Sunday Courier- Journal. Write Courier-Journal Com- pany, Louisville, Ky., for free sample eopy of edition ~ desire, but be sure eo sect, subscription order to this paper—NOT to the Courier-Journal. a N OTe fE TR iP” ea \ " i “AN RES SHS Q DP, we i ey TION Sy TIME TABLE ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM—CARB Weave Springfield: ey North. South. 200 a.m. 6:00 am. *8:00 a.m. AQ em 0 oe $93 om ee om. 7:16 a.m. 97:00 a.m. op em: = 80am. | Ta) am. 300 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 99:00 a.m. eee BBE hee 00 am. 1240 Dm. “14:09 am. 128 2:00 pm. 11:30 a.m. eo pam, 2:40 pm. *1:08 pam. 2:00 p.m. 94:40 Dm. 1:30 p.m. oo. p.m. 6:00 p.m. 93:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. °6:40 p.m. 3:20 p.m. 8 pm 9:25 p.m. 96:00 p.m. ae pm, 1140 Ba 4:00 p.m. “198 bm. 1:08 pum. ast pm: 38 pm 11:08 p.m. +1138" pum. *Limited. Sleeper. All others level. _—_-—- * post DIRT SxOKR CINDERS ) g, 80 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE ‘Trape Manne Desions - Copyricnts &c. gare es my aes HAS Pa en faten throug Munn. & Co. recetve Scientific American . akon tearast pet Yaz iii tee a 36 1Broadway, MAUNA & Co seiecsten New Yor Dr. S.A. WARE, PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS, OFFICE—615% EB. Washington St. HOURS: 10 a. m. to 12 m. 2p. m. to 4p. m. 7p. m. to 9 Telephone; (old), Office; 3329. we 8 Bessy 1706-12 Calla promptly made. FURNISHED ROOMS — First class accommodations; modern conveniences. 1103% E. Washing- ton street. 5 . Mrs. Jessie Ballinger, Prop. LOCAL NEWS. Mrs. Ed, Andre and _ little daughter, Elrena,, of Nampa, Idaho, are the guests of her sister, Mrs. W. H. Pendergrass, of South 17th street. Miss Oda LaCara of 1526 S. 17th street, and aunt, Mrs. Andre, are visiting their uncle, Mr, A. Stephens, of Chieago, after which Mrs. Andre will return to the west. FIRST CLASS upholstering and general furniture repairing. James B, Bondman , 2020 E. Kansas St. New phone 420. All the young folks are prepar- ing to attend the show at Masonic hall Nov. 21-22. Eugene Dumont, the traveling wonder, will be the attraction. Tramp Social, Friday evening, Dee. 8, 608 South 9th street. The great wonder will be ‘at Masonie Hall Nov. 21 and 22. Every one who has reveived his bill will please remit at once. Engene Dumont, the great whirlwind hypnotist, will appear at Masonic Hall Tuesday and ‘Wednesday, November 21 and 22. After the show the young people will be entertained with musica! specialties. «3 ‘Thos. Nix’s orchestra will per- form at the annual Thanksgiving ball Nov. 30. Don’t forget to come. All parties for whom bills have been sent will please remit at once. See the magician at Masonic hall Tuesday arid Wednesday, Nov. 21 and 22. The world’s won- der. Remember the Elks’ Ball will be at Arion Hall, Monday evening, Dee. 25th (Christmas). Remember the Thanksgiving ball at Masonic hall Nov. 30. Remember our office is 522% BE. Adams street, Room 4. Eugene Dumont will appear at Masonic hall Noy. 21 and 22. He is conceded to be one of the finest performers of his art on the stage. WANTED—A competent, ener. getic, reliable man as advertising solicitor and hustler for the Forum, A hustler can make a good salary. Mrs. Preston Clay has been on the sick list, but is improved. The annual sermon of Charles Young Lodge, I. B. P. 0. E., will be held at Union Baptist church the first Sunday in December, preached by Rey. Cole. Officer Jas. Loomis in on the sick list. Pearle Carr hus recovered. Mrs, A. W. Williams is yet con- fined in the hospital, Our : pe New Fall Ne SHOES —.. Are now ready for vour inspection F.M. Legs Shoe Co. | 125 West Side Square Springfield, Ill. : ; Another Low Rate ; on the Forum Beginning Oct. 10, to December 30 The Forum, One Year For . $1.25 - No Credit. Cash With Your Name ; We Are Determined To Raise Our | Subscription List 1,500 More Before January, 1912. Get your Christmas ads. in early. First class steam heated rooms with bath, in center of the city. Prices reasonable, Best_rooms in city. Call and see me, Old phone 2569. Mrs. Josie Brummell, 149 E. Main St., Decatur, Ill, DECATUR NEWS. cae Minnie Cordel Kelley. The colored people of Decatur should feel very proud of our col- ored lawyer, Attorney B. F. Clan- ton. His first case, taken last week, was won by him. ‘‘A good beginning is the best assurance of a good ending.”’ We trust, that great things await him in his ca- reer as a lawyer. 1 Wouder—_ Who wrote that postal to C. L.? If everything is all right with P.S, and 0. M.? What is the matter with Mr. M.? Why R. H. didn’t have to go home with another Sunday? ‘What was E. D.’s hurry Sunday night? ‘Who has F, L.’s ring? Where is J. P.? Please address all news items to 848 S. Colfax Street, city; old phone 1492. The Antioch Baptist church is like a bee hive, always busy. Much eredit is due to the pastor, Rev. J, A. Crockett. He has been pastor of this church for the past seven years and has won the hearts of his congregation. . Read The Forum—all the news. E. 0, HAMILTON, ¢ ’ Wiese rk ag Who is Urging You to Send Your Children to the Manual Training School, DO YOU PLAY CARDS? If so, you should secure the Souvenir Playing Cards issued by the ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM. Three colors, gold edges, air cushions or ivory finish, telescope ease, $25¢ per pack. Two colors, air cushidn or ivory finish, 15¢ per pack, These cards can be secured from any agent or will be sent post- paid on receipt of price. Send four (4) cents to cover mailing for set of Souvenir Postal Cards—nine views. Address Traffic Department, Springfield, Ill. “The Road of Good Service.’’ SEE YOUR DOCTOR FIRST Stop trifling with your health by taking medicines that you don’t know anything about. When you are sick, see your doctor at once; he’s the man who prescribes meedicines to suit your exact condition, ‘We are the people who can fill the prescriptions that he writes with drugs of highest quality and purity. Many a serious illness may be averted by seeing your doctor in time, and bringing the prescription to us. “See your doctor—then see us.” OLARKSON'S MODERN DRUG STORE 213 S. 6th St. Springfield, lil. | LEGAL Charles §S. Gibbs, Complainant's Solicitor. 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 ot 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. 191i, agd that a summons ts sued out of sata court against said de- fendant returnable on the first Mon- day 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 there- of, 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 com- pliinant’s Lill of complcint, 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. 8. T. JONES, Clerk. Bell Phone 535 Prompt Delivery J. W. SLAUGHTERS Capital City Pantatorium and Tailoring Establishment | ; 3 aoe ) / A fall line of seasonable Woolens always on hand. Suits and Overcoats Tailored to your own taste From $15.00 Up. | ; Fit and Workmanship Guaranteed. French Dry and Steam Cleaning. : Repairing and Alterations of All Kinds. Special Attention given to Ladies’ Work. | 109 SOUTH FOURTH ST. | SPRINGFIELD, = : ILLINOIS: A. A. HARLOW THE TAILOR : eee ree 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. WORK CALLED FOR AND DELIVERED Prompt attention given to all work SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Old Tel. 4346 Cor. IIth & Washington Sts. . a > ? . ? > 4 + * + oN ° . is ? . ¥ ? . + - q * > ’ . * 250 ALR 200 : . NG a ¢ . it Ne 7 ie ° - J bd L ° » No More = R NoLess 4 4 oe ; . % ° . 7 + . ° - oe) ° a e a * - e ; Redmond The Shoeman : * $ Who has solved the problem oi how to sell high grade Shoes ¢ * for men and women at half-price. 4 $ _ _ He conceived the idea of selling them up in an office % * building. Buys only stocks, cancelled shipments and samples, ¢ ¢ and thereby saves every purchaser from $1.50 to €2.50 on 4 ¢ every pair. $ . 4 . pica ‘ > 4 . 4 : ALL THE SEASON'S 4 : Newest Styles, All ‘ > worth $5 or $4, for 2 0 ‘ * WR Giesei ces ce stan eo ‘ > 4 . 4 > 4 : ebeepinass P . a > 4 > 4 : R j 9 Sample Shoe } . e ond Ss Parlors $ ° 4 : Second Floor, 2244 South Sixth Street. ’ : Climb the stairs and save DOLLARS ‘ - ? SHEE EEHESESSESEEEEESEEEEE HEHE SEE OS ‘Bell Phone 2156 {eget Ottice Hours }2 te 5 FM. : 709 PM. Dr. N. B. FORD PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Special Attention Given Diseases of Women, Children aod General Surgery Room 1 N. W. Cor. 7th and Adams Sts, ‘SPRINGFIELD, . ILLINOIS REISCH BREWERY Co City Brewery Their Bottle Beer is Fle Bock’s Special Can't be Beat Try it! You Men Why Don't You Read These Ads? Don't you want to save on your Shoes too—like your wife does? That's why I bought 56 dozen Men's Fall Shoes for—to give you an assortment to choose from varied enough to suit every man's tastes. Tan, Patents, Dull Leathers, Vici Kid, Buttons, Lace All of them in the new short vamp pup toe lasts so popular this fall. Every one made to sell at $4.00. My price, $2.45. See them. REPAIRING done right—done quickly—no long waiting—packages delivered anywhere. We do the best work in town at the lowest prices. Jerald's Sample Shoe Shop Corner 5th and Monroe Under Mitchell's. "The Place to Buy Shoes." Grady and Webster The Tonsorial Work see the L Tonsorialists , John Davis; Chair No. 2, S. P. Webster; Chair Grady; Chair No. 4, Prof. G. A. Barkedale. Be a Specialty of Hair Cutting, Shampooing, or Hand Facial Massage and Bleaching Hot and Cold Baths. Whitehell, Chiropodist H. B. Stone, Shoe Shinl Washington St. Spring OAL! COA If it is Tonsorial Work see the Line of Tonsorialists Chair No.1, John Davie; 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 COAL! COAL! LUMP COAL.....$2.50 per ton NUT COAL.....$2.25 per ton EGG COAL.....$2.25 per ton MINE RUN.....$2.00 per ton PEA COAL.....$1.75 per ton CORD WOOD.....$5.00 per cord WITH EVERY ORDER WE WILL GIVE VOTES FOR THE FREE AUTOMOBILE, DIAMOND RING, PIANO, WATCH, IN THE MERCHANTS' BUSINESS BOOSTING CONTEST. 803 E. WASHINGTON ST. Next to Booth Drug Store OVERCOAT SAMPLE SALE Ovescoats Below First Cost heavy Winter Pants, - - - - - Coat and Jacket, - - - - - Leather Gloves, lined, - - - - - Leather Mittens, lined, - - - - The Lowest Price for Hones Extra' eavy Winter Pants, - - - - $1.00 up Sweater Coat and Jacket, - - - - 39c up Men's Leather Gloves, lined, - - - - 25c up Boys' Leather Mittens, lined, - - - - 15c up The Lowest Price for Honest Goods in the City. --- If it is Tons of Chair No. 1, John Dale Grady! We make a Speech or Hair E. H. Mitchell, C. 1921 E. Washington St. COAL LUMP COAL..... NUT COAL..... EGG COAL..... MINE RUN..... PEA COAL..... CORD WOOD..... WITH EVERY THE FREE AU WATCH, IN THE CONTEST. WOOD Gaiety Theater B Ameri OVER Extra 'eavy W Sweater Coat and Men's Leather C Boys' Leather M The Le ```markdown ``` OAL! ...$2.50 per ton ...$2.25 per ton ...$2.25 per ton ...$2.00 per ton ...$1.75 per ton ...$5.00 per cord IVE VOTES FOR ROD RING, PIANO BUSINESS BOOSTING L. CO. Both Phones 31 in Store SALE - - $1.90 up - - 39c up - - 25c up - - 15c up Honest ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` Imperial Barber Shop DELIVERED Mothers' Cure For Asthma Henderson's Asthma and Cold Relief Mrs. Jennie Henderson of Sp a home remedy which is a sure cut After suffering for 32 years spending many dollars for various disgust and began to experiment when, to her great surprise and reents contained in the above reme Mrs. Jennie Henderson of Springfield, Illinois, has discovered a home remedy which is a sure cure for Asthma and Colds. After suffering for 32 years with this dreaded affliction and spending many dollars for various patent medicines, she gave up in disgust and began to experiment with various home remedies, when, to her great surprise and relief, she compounded the ingredients contained in the above remedy and was entirely cured. PRICE 25c PER BOTTLE. GRAND "BOOSTER" CONCERT Thanksgiving Night, November 30, 1911. St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Springfield, Ill., 8:00 o'clock sharp. A union of attendance, by all Pastors and their congregations, is requested to help in this grand climax of a glorious Thanksgiving day. Program. Organ Prelude—Mrs. Pearl Nelson. Invocation—Rev. J. H. Sydes. The Spirit of Thanksgiving—Dr. J. H. Magee. Solo—Dr. S. A. Ware. Oh, Give Thanks—The Church Choir. Felicitation—Rev. E. C. Cole. Solo—Elmer Kneale. Plantation Melody—The Church Choir. Solo—Rufus Nelson. General admission 15c. Everybody invited. Come early and secure good seats. Booster Committee—John Mossby, Chairman; Quincy Bradley, Edward T. Gorum, Benj. Johnson, Geo. W. Donagan, C. C. Renfro, Edward Lee, Jesse Mann, Mr. Belger, A. King, W. E. Reed. Benediction—Rev. Wm. M. Collins. BLOOMINGTON NEWS Mr. Fred Rush, Frank Osborne and Mr. Payton entertained Misses Bertha and Edna Hunter, of Normal, and Mrs. Hattie Rush, of Bloomington, at a surprise after opera luncheon. The party of six attended the Majestic Theatre at 7:30 and after the show went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rush where a dainty and up-to-date lunch was served by Mrs. Wilson of S. East street. Mr. and Mrs. William Reeves left recently for the South to spend the winter. Mr. W. O. King has taken Mr. Reeves' position at the City Hall. Mr. Geo. Collins and Mr. C. Philips are working at the National Hotel in Peoria, Ill. Mr. Julis Maybon, who has been in Detroit all summer, is back home at the old job on E. Front street. (When you leave home, boys, always leave so you can come back.) Mr. Willie Rush has sold out on W. Front street and moved over on W. Washington street. (Closer to the Court House.) Mrs. Minnie Watson is sick in the hospital. Chauffeurs' News. Mr. Thomas Morgan, who has been in New Orleans for the past three months with a 40 Loco, returned home Sunday night. Mr. Morgan reports a fine trip and that he fell in love with the country. He expects to go back for the winter in a week or so. Mr. Hubbard Wright is seen quite often on the street with a Loco 40. Mr. Harden Riley is driving a Baker Electric. Mr. Filmore Headly still holds the honor of being the neatest chauffeur in Bloomington and Normal. W. S. Moore left Bloomington Sunday at 11:05 for Duck Islands. He went as far as Manito, where his car got stuck in the sand, a heavy rain then came up and he was forced to remain over night. The party he was driving took the train at Manito and returned to 527 So. 12th St. Program. Solo—Rufus Nelson. Springfield, Illinois, has discovered cure for Asthma and Colds. with this dreaded affliction and patent medicines, she gave up in with various home remedies. relief, she compounded the ingredi- and was entirely cured. Bloomington Sunday night. Moore started home Monday by the way of Pekin and Peoria, and while in Peoria met his friend, Ernest Calborne, who is employed at the Peoria Dress Club, and persuaded him to accompany him home, which he did, and they arrived in Bloomington at 1:00 a.m. Tuesday. A. R. Rhoads is using the cut out on the Kissel constantly. MATTOON NEWS NOTES. Izetta L. Smith. Madames P. C. Cooper and Geo. Jessie left Wednesday for Chicago, to attend the missionary convention. Mrs. Cooper is sent as a delegate from the Springfield district. The funeral services of Jack Coleman, who died Wednesday evening, were held Friday afternoon, conducted by Rev. William Lee. Mrs. Stella Ward has returned from a visit with her mother in Mound City. Miss Izetta Smith spent Sunday in Charleston, the guest of Miss Ona Portee. Mrs. Sarah Potts entertained in her usual delightful manner Friday afternoon the S. F. Club. Mrs. Charles Hadley of Evansville, Ind., will arrive in a few days to be the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Utterback. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Yates, former residents of Springfield, are now living in Charleston. Geo. White of Charleston spent a few hours Sunday evening in this city. Grand Master G. H. Jessee was out of the city a few days last week. Your attention is called to the fact all of the colored papers can be had by calling at Thompson's grocery store, 11th and Washington streets. Remember the colored people of this county must "consolidate." LOW RATES on the ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM (McKinley Lines) SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS account GRAND LODGE MEETING, I. O. O. F. Tickets good going Nov. 19 to 22. Return limit Nov. 25, 1911. Ask the Agent for particulars. Ride the "ROAD OF GOOD SERVICE." HOME RESTAURANT Lincoln, Ill. Our specialty is our Home Cooking. We have opened business at 412½ E. Broadway St., and cater to the public. Special attention given to visitors, parties and banquets. Best Hot Coffee and Home-made Pies. Regular Meals and Short Orders. MISS E. HUMMER MRS. LAMB W. GOINS Proprietors. Springfield, Illinois. Men's Suits.....$ 7.50 to $25.00 Men's Coats.....10.00 to 25.00 Ladies' Suits.....15.00 to 30.00 Ladies' Coats.....10.00 to 30.00 Ladies' Hats.....2.50 to 6.00 Boys' Suits.....3.00 to 8.00 Boys' Coats.....3.00 to 10.00 Also Household Goods for 50c a Week H. Wolfson Credit Co. 210 $ \frac{1}{2} $ S. Sixth St. Over Lochman's Jewelery Store. Our Fall and Winter MILLINERY GOODS Are now in. Come early and make your selections. American Hair Grower for sale here. MRS. H. TUCKER. 206 N. 14th. THE SOUTHERN WONDER Star Hatter and Tailor—Resident Steam Cleaner and Dyer. I have dyed for others—let me dye for you. Expert repairing neatly done. Work Called for and Delivered. Yours for the work CLEVELAND L. JONES 200 E. Decatur St., Decatur, Ill. 10 The Original HAIR GROWERS We Grew Cur Hair, Now Let Us Grow Yours With 'PORO' TRADE MARK Registered MRS. A. M. POPE. Four years ago my hair was only a finger length, and my temples were bald half way up my head. When we first began our wonderful ties, all lengths, and all conditions of bald places of the head, many person was possible; but we have grown the success. The proof of the value of o and largely by persons whose own further fact that they have very free sell their goods (saying that "theirs ferred to "PORO." We advise you to oldest and best of its kind). See the not genuine without it. Prepared o "Poro College." 3100 Pine St., St. Louis 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-TURNEO, "Poro College," $100 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo. BEWARE OF IMITATIONS. For Treatment, Call or Address MRS. M. E Bell Phone $448. A NEW PIAN BY THE FORUM Any Price--Any Terms made known Easy Weekly or Special Inducements t First to Come will be First 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 Office Phone Residence Phone 2822 2819-R 3 A. Morris Williams Attorney at Law WILLIAMS' BLDG. 11th and Washington Sts. Springfield, Illinois. St. Luke's Mission 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. O. P. BERRY, Prop. 1808 E. Monroe St. Old Phone 8683 CHAS. S. GIBBS ATTORNEY AT LAW AND NOTARY PUBLIC OLD PHONE 1963 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 MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. Four years ago my hair just covered my shoulders. sul work of growing all kinds, all qualifi- hair, even to the growing of hair on us scorned the idea that a thing the hair for hundreds, rapidly achieving hair for us 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 reo use only "PORO" Hair Grower (the at the name "PORO" is on every box; only by MRS. A. M. POPE-TURNBO, is, Mo. WARRICK 922 S. Sixteenth St. Style you Wish on Application or Monthly Payments to Churches or Lodges to be Given Consideration Residence Phone 2819—R 8