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THE FORUM Charles S. Gibbs. Attorney at Law The above cut is a good likeness of Charles S. Gibbs, one of the Colored lawyers of our city. Charlie, as he is called by all his friends, is a fair example of what pluck and perseverance will do for any man who strives to win in this life, and a good history of his life could be written from the subject of "FROM THE JUNGLE TO THE BAR," for the maternal grandfather of Mr. Gibbs was brought from the wilds of Africa by a missionary, so Mr. Gibbs is but a short remove from the primitive man. Mr. Gibbs has tried many cases since admission to the bar with great success, and has his office at 2231 South Fifth street. Old phone 1963. THE 49TH ANNIVERSARY OF FREEDOM Capt. R. A. Byrd Rev. E. C. Cole Rev. Wm. M. Collins Mr. W. T. Scott Mr. T. W. Warrick Mr. E. L. Rogers Mr. Henry King Mr. H. K. Wilson Dr. S. A. Ware Dr. J. A. Henderson Capt. Emmett E. Perkins Mr. H. T. Bowman Dr. N. B. Ford Attorney C. S. Gibbs Attorney A. Morris Williams Mr. A. W. Naylor Mr. Samuel J. Williams Rev. S. L. Edwards Mr. James E. Thompson Rev. A. Taylor Maj. Otis B. Duncan Rev. W. F. Walker Capt. Hodge Rev. E. C. Cole Rev. J. H. Sydes Committee of Arrangements. Mr. John Mosby Dr. J. H. Magee Mr. Barney Clem Mr. Geo. W. Donagan Vol. 8. No. 39 The above cut is a good lik Charlie, as he is called by all his for any man who strives to win i subject of "F for the maternal grandfather of so Mr. Gibbs is but a short rem Mr. Gibbs has tried many o flee at 223½ South Fifth street. Mr. J. Harold White of this city affords an excellent example for the young men of Springfield. Mr. White is a graduate of the Springfield high school and has held several lucrative and honorable positions, always conducting himself in a manner commensurate with the position which he held. Among these are: Manager of E. L. White's grocery; clerk in the THE 49TH ANNIVERS Will be celebrated at St. Paul's January 1, 1912, at 7:30 o'clock Admission 15 cents. The pr Refreshments at the close in Pro Opening Song, "America"..... Invocation .... Single Copy 5 cents] kness of Charles S. Gibbs, one of his friends, is a fair example of what in this life, and a good history of FROM THE JUNGLE TO THE BENEFIT OF Mr. Gibbs was brought from the move from the primitive man. Cases since admission to the bar were Old phone 1963. "FROM THE JUNGLE TO THE BAR." county treasurer's office, and clerks in the postoffice department at Chicago. Mr. White is twenty-five years old, is thrifty, industrious and worthy of emulation. He has never been idle or indifferent, and is at present a director and assistant cashier of the Enterprise Savings Bank of this city; has been for several years K. of R. S., Capital City Lodge No. 12, K. of P., and is a member of the Colored Y. M. C. A. and the U. B. F. The Forum joins with his many friends in wishing him a happy and successful New Year. THE ELKS' BALL There can be no mistaking in the idea that the Elks' annual ball of this city is the one great social event of the year which can always be looked forward to with the greatest anticipation, an occasion on which every one knows before the first sweet strains of the lyre have soothed the early evening air that the "time of his life" is about to be enjoyed. Now and then some other city may equal ERSARY OF FREEDOM. A. M. E. church, Monday evening, sharp. public cordially invited. the lecture room. Program. United Choirs Rev. J. H. Sydes "Be ye doers and not sayers only." SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1911 this, but none can surpass this annual affair. And very much to the credit of this organization it can be said that from the standpoint of location, music, order and general environments, they present the people with a condition of things that is worthy of the appreciation of every pleasure-loving man and woman. Outside of Chicago the hall is the largest and best that can be secured in the state the music was inspiring and enchanting; the assembly was well dressed, congenial and orderly; and the Elks were at the height of hospitality. Usually at entertainments of this nature people become tired or exhausted, but Monday night there seemed to be about as many on the floor at the finish as there were at the start. Every one lingered and clung like grim death to the excellent music, the well waxed floors, and the evering. There were men with hoary hair, middle aged men, and young; there were old ladies with hair of snowy whiteness, and young and middle aged women. All in the prime of life or the zenith of youth and beauty. Chiffon, broad cloth, silk and satin prevailed. And when the last faint strain of music had died away, and the last can had driven from the vestibule, and the great brilliant are lights had been extinguished, the huge swinging doors closed behind a social throng that can not soon forget, but long remember, what the Elks of the Chas. Young Lodge No. 103 made possible for them to enjoy on the last Monday night in the year of 1911. MR. JAS. W. GRADY Senior Member of the Firm of Grady & Webster, Barbers, 821 East Washington Street. Mr. Grady is a very progressive young man who believes in keeping abreast with the times. Exclusive of Chicago, they have as nicely equipped tonsorial parlor as you can find in the State. owned and controlled by colored men. The shop is a veritable mirror, the entire room being admirably encased with fine heavy mirrors. Hot and cold baths, electric and hand massages are given, all the latest tonsorial devices and tonics being used. Their shop was headquarters for the men preparing for Christmas and the great Elks' ball. Their place is profusely illuminated at night, being one of the best lighted shops in the State. The Celebration of Emancipation. The Celebration of Emancipation. Your attention is called to the forty-ninth jubilee celebration program which appears in this issue of The Forum and which will be held at St. Paul A. M. E. church Jan. 1, 1912. You will observe that it is quite a lengthy program and quite a creditable one, composed of the best brain and oratory of the state. The music will be a feature. You are requested to be at the church house by 7 p. m. so as to secure a seat, as there will be no reserved seats. An overflow meeting is expected. The program will begin promptly at 7:30. Dr. Magee is manager and will see that everything is carried out to the letter. Be sure to come early. Notice! Programs for churches are charged for. We only make news notes free where matter is only from six to eight lines, etc. Ex-Gov. Yates to Speak. Ex-Gov. Yates will speak at the Colored Y. M. C. A. Jan. 10, 1912, preceded by a concert by Y. M. C. A. orchestra. His subject will be: "Smooth Stones from the Brook." A. B. MR. HARRY DONALDSON Who will appear on the program the evening of Jan. 1, 1912, at the 49th Anniversary Celebration of the Emancipation of the Negro. To Our Subscribers Again we ask that you forward us the money due on your subscription. We have sent you the bill and you can ascertain the amount due up to Jan. 1st by referring to the statement. We are anxious to pay up our bills and can only do so by you paying yours. You can't prosper if you wilfully neglect paying your honest debts. Your Bible enjoins you to sell out and pay your debts. Now let us hear from you at once. The installation of officers of Capital City Lodge, K. of P., will be held January 15. No meeting first Monday, January 1st. All members please take notice. Members of the Lodge who do not attend at least once a month are subject to fine. Be at hall January 15 by 7:30 o'clock. E. L. ROGERS, C. C. STATE HOUSE NEWS Col. Whittaker's son, who has been abroad in Paris and other European cities, is visiting his father in this city. Adjt. Gen. Dickson and family spent Xmas in Ramsey, their home. Hon. A. Russel, Assistant State Treasurer, spent Christmas at his home in Jacksonville. Hon. C. J. Doyle, State Fire Marshal, spent the holidays in Greenfield, Ill. Dr. J. H. Magee spent the holidays in Chicago. Wm. Terry is making good in the Civil Service department. EX-GOVERNOR YATES Who will speak at the Colored Y. M. C. A. Wednesday, January 10, 1912, at Masonic hall, 119 N. Eighth street, 8 p. m. sharp. Everybody invited. Y. M. C. A. orchestra will render several fine selections. Admission, 25 cents. Governor Yates' subject: "Five Smooth Stones from the Brook." Come early in order to get seats. Who will speak at the Colored Y. M. C. A. Wednesday, January 10, 1912, at Masonic hall, 119 N. Eighth street, 8 p. m. sharp. Everybody invited. Y. M. C. A. orchestra will render several fine selections. Admission, 25 cents. Governor Yates' subject: "Five Smooth Stones from the Brook." Come early in order to get seats. POLITICS TO OPEN UP IN FU Caldwell, Democrat for Governor, Has Earnest—Roger Sullivan Declines CULLOM SUPPOSED TO BE A CANDID BE OUSTED. Small, Hurburgh, Yates, Wayman, Glen the Supposed Candidates for Gover Ticket. POLITICS TO OPEN UP IN FULL BLAST SOON. Caldwell, Democrat for Governor, Has Begun His Campaign in Earnest—Roger Sullivan Declines Committeemanship. CULLOM SUPPOSED TO BE A CANDIDATE—LORIMER MAY BE OUSTED. Small, Hurburgh, Yates, Wayman, Glenn, Jones and Deneen Are the Supposed Candidates for Governor on Republican --- Mrs. Susan C. Davis spent Xmas and a part of the holidays with her daughter, Mrs. Armenta Thompson, of Chicago. LINGOLN ITEMS By Lucile Louise Duke. Mrs. Arthur Stewart, of Terre Haute, Ind., is spending the holidays in Lincoln with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Perkins, on East Clinton street. Mr. Allen Kennedy, of Morris, Ill., was a visitor in the city during Xmas. Miss Texana Fenter, of Little Rock, Ark., spent a few days in Lincoln the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Jay Stearles. Mr. Fred Brown spent Xmas in Peoria. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Foster of Fairbury are visiting the parents of the latter, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bibbs, on North Sangamon street. Miss Callie Mitchell, of Chicago, is a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Stearles. Mr. Albert Lowery of Springfield, Ohio, is spending the holidays in Lincoln, the guest of his brother, Chas. Lowery, of East Pulaski street. Mrs. Florida Gootch of East Clinton street entertained with a Christmas dinner. Those present were Rev. and Mrs. H. Lachey. Mr. and Mrs. A. Perkins and daughter. Miss Mae; Miss Rogers. Miss Bollen, and Mr. Chas. Trent The political situation is becoming more and more acute, but will soon come to a head. The primaries are to be held in April and those seeking office must hurry. Jones and LaFollette are to appear in Springfield next week. Lorimer's League will hold grand rally here Feb. 12 at Chatterton's opera house. Gov. Deneen has not announced himself yet for Senator or Governor. Lyon is out for re-election. Bell may be a candidate for re-election. Harry Wilson may also run. Kinsella is mentioned for the lower house. W. E. Sampson is endorsed for State's Attorney. Lee B. Elkin is a probable candidate for Circuit Clerk. Rich may seek re-election. J. W. Young is spoken of as the Republican candidate for Coroner. Clarence Rhoades will aspire for re- Historical Society. State House. 15 cents Per Month Y. M. C. A. Wednesday, January Eighth street, 8 p. m. sharp. Everystra will render several fine selec-Governor Yates' subject: "Five." Come early in order to get Mrs. Edward Johnson of East Broadway was hostess to a Christmas dinner at her home in honor of her niece, Mrs. Josie Russell of St. Louis. The out-of-town guests were Mr. L. H. Green of Springfield, and his sister, Mrs. Gertrude Blackwell of Chicago, Miss Coreine Johnson of Normal and her little nephew, Master Russell Reed, and Mrs. Russell of St. Louis. Mrs. Wm. Starkes of East Broadway entertained with a delightful Christmas dinner in honor of her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hazelwood of Peoria. Mrs. Chas. Lowery entertained with a Christmas dinner. The guests were Mr. and Mrs. J. Stearles, Mrs. John Taylor and mother, Mrs. Young, and Mr. Albert Lowery of Springfield, Ohio. Mrs. Wm. C. Davis of North Lincoln entertained at dinner the 26th in honor of her husband's birthday. Covers were laid for forty guests. After enjoying a delightful dinner the guests departed at a late hour in the afternoon wishing Mr. Davis many more happy returns of the day. The young people of the Second Baptist Church gave a novelty Xmas social at their church Tuesday evening. All who were present had a delightful time. Mrs. Ida Hummer, Messrs. John Orendorff, Frank Parker and Robert Foster attended the Elks' dance in Springfield Christmas night. IN FULL BLAST SOON. or, Has Begun His Campaign in Declines Committeemanship. A CANDIDATE—LORIMER MAY JUSTED. an, Glenn, Jones and Deneen Are for Governor on Republican ocket. election. There are seven members to be chosen on the Board of Supervisors. Edmund Burke is thought to be a candidate for re-election. T. C. Torrence will make the race for Police Magistrate. Hon. H. Clay Wilson will be a candidate for Congress and will likely have no opposition for the nomination. Congressman Graham will aspire for re-election, with probably strong opposition for the nomination. Judge Cook of the Supreme Court will no doubt be a candidate for re-election. His term expires in June. The Supreme Court having sustained the commission form of government, there will be no material city election before April, 1915, three years hence. THE FIRST CLEARANCE CLOTHING SALE OF TH YEAR COMMENCING TODAY, WEDNESDAY, DEC. 27, we will place our entire stock of MEN'S, YOUNG MEN'S SUITS AND OVERCOATS --- CHILDREN'S CLOTHING Come early and take your pick. They won't last long. HALL & HERRICK Springfield's Oldest Established Clothing Store Fifth and Adams Street THE FORUM ROGERS & OSBY Proprietors and Publishers 7281/2 East Washington Street 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, Dec. 28, 1911. EDITORIAL Passing of the Year 1911 Evolution and the course of events have wrought many changes in the development of human life, and today we find ourselves at the end of the 11th year of the twentieth century and standing on the threshold of the new year 1912, we take an optimistic view of the future. For this liberty we thank Him who holds the destiny of the nations in the hollow of His hands, and who also rides upon the stormy seas. The old year which is now dying in the lap of Father Time has witnessed, aside from the consummation of many gigantic undertakings in the field of human endeavor and thought, the inauguration of the first Republican Governor for Tennessee within a space of 30 years, war on the Mexican border line, war between the Italians and Turks, causing a heavy war cloud to lower over other foreign nations, a decrease in the lynehing industry, a completion of Taft's tour of 13,000 miles. Racial antagonism has left its slimy trace upon the history of the outgoing year and owing to the advanced age in which we now live contention between the races for supremacy in certain sections of the country has grown to the point of bitterness. All of which is due to the fact that there exists in America racial demarcations which are based solely on the idea of the Negro's inability to become a full-fledged citizen. The decree of evolution only will settle at the proper time the question of superiority of the races of the earth, and not the politicians of the Vardaman and Pitchfork Tillman types, who at best can merely engender race antipathy and strife. If we could but heed the injunction of Holy Writ, which saith, "From one blood all the races of earth were made to dwell upon the face of the earth together," there would be no question of race. Then, too, "if all men were born free and equal," as Thomas Jefferson wrote in the Declaration of Independence, there would be no logical reason for a question of race in this country, but a question only of fitness should command our attention. We are a united people in all things saving social equality, a circumstance that is determined by selection. All white people are not social equals, and vice-versa. Prejudices and fallacies will not stand the stern test of the ages and suffice it to say that it is high time we were building our castles on a solid foundation, which will fall not during the persistent storm of criticism and investigation. The year 1911, with its long train of events, passes into history.—Bluff City News, Memphis, Tenn. Progress In Memphis Among the many race enterprises of Memphis we note the following: Thirty-five groceries and meat markets, 6 undertake shops, 3 cemeteries, 6 blacksmith and horseshoeing shops, 10 shoe makers, 4 harness and saddle makers, 2 old folks' homes, 2 infirmaries, 1 hospital, 2 newspapers and 2 church organs, 50 boarding houses and 12 restaurants, 4 drug stores, 2 banks, 60 barber shops, 4 pressing clubs, 7 printing plants, 1 shoe store, 1 gents' furnishing store, 1 photo studio, a park theater, 4 jewelry shops, 12 coal and wood companies, 1 supply house and 1 swimming pool. Memphis has also to her credit 12 lawyers, 30 physicians, 4 editors, 60 preachers, 110 school teachers, 80 carpenters and woodworkers, 12 briekmasons, 80 dressmakers and mail carriers, 60 dressmakers and hairdressers; colored population, 52,000; real estate owned by 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. WOODS COAL CO. them, $3,000,000. This is not in any sense a bad showing.—Bluff City News, Memphis, Tenn. We should say that is not a bad showing. Memphis is all right. You will notice that there are quite a number of teachers and preachers. We hope they are doing good. Matrimonial. Mr. A. R. Garnett and Mrs. Susan Lyon were married Saturday, Dec. 16, in St. Louis, Mo. Mr. Garnett is a well known carpenter of this city, while Mrs. Lyon-Garnett is recently from St. Louis. They will reside at their beautiful new home, 1019 South Seventeenth street. PALACE PANTITORIUM and SHOE SHINING PARLOR Gents' suits cleaned and pressed, $1.00-$1.50. Ladies' suits cleaned and pressed, $1.25-$1.75. Special Attention paid to Altering THOS. WAGGONER, Prop. West and Morgan Streets Jacksonville, Ill. BEST PLACE TO EAT Best Hot Coffee Best Pies Best Sandwiches Best Chilli Best Treatment. Everything Neat and Clean 705 East Washington Street HOME RESTAURANT and FURNISHED ROOMS. Regular Meals. Short Orders. Home Cooking a Specialty. Good Service. MRS. SALLIE ROSE, Prop. 704 East Washington Street TELL IT TO SWEENY WELL FURNISHED or UNFURNISHED ROOMS For Light Housekeeping. Rented by the night, week or month. Only three blocks from the center of the city. Four separate houses. Very desirable location. MRS. D. L. McKINNEY 1006 E. Pekin St. Lincoln, Ill. New Year's Presents Men's Department Hats, Caps, Gloves, Shirts, Underwear, Suspenders, Hosiery, Handkerchiefs, Mufflers, Umbrellas. Ladies' Department Handkerchiefs, Auto Scarfs, Silk and Lisle Stockings, Gloves, Umbrellas, Hand Bags. China Department Art Decorated in a variety of Exclusive Patterns. White China and specialties for China Decorators. China Fired. PETER MYERS & CO. 529 NORTH SIDE SQUARE MRS. A. M. POPE. Four years ago my nair was only ainger length, and my temples were bald half way up my head. first began our wonderful work of growing all and all conditions of hair, even to the grow the head, many persons scorned the idea tha but we have grown the hair for hundreds, re proof of the value of our work is that we are persons whose own hair we have actually but they have very frequently mentioned us (saying that "theirs is the same" or "just a O." We advise you to use only "PORO" of its kind). See that the name "PORO" is without it. Prepared only by MRS. A. M. 3100 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo. When we first began our ties, all lengths, and all coiled places of the head, we was possible; but we have success. The proof of them and largely by persons we further fact that they have sell their goods (saying they ferred to "PORO." We are oldest and best of its kind not genuine without it. "Poro College," 3100 Pine S 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. BEWARE OF IMITATIONS. For Treatment, Call or Address MRS. M. E. WARRICK Bell Phene 3448. 922 S. Sixteenth St. IRS. M. E. WARRIO 922 MRS. M. E. WARRICK Bell Phone 3448. 922 S. Sixteenth St. LINCOLN PANTITORIUM. Cleaning, Pressing, Dyeing and Repairing. All work guaranteed. Called for and delivered. Join our Pressing Club and take advantage of our rates. 407½ Pulaski St. Phone 761 C. E. JACKSON, Propr. Lincoln, Ill. The Kentucky Restaurant and Barber Shop Meals and Short Orders at All Hours. Prices Reasonable. Open from 6 A. M. to 10 P. M. Satisfaction Guaranteed. 211 N. Washington St., Peoria, Ill. MRS. A. HERBERT ROBBINS, Restaurant. A. HERBERT ROBBINS, King of All Hair Cutters. 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 522 $ \frac{1}{2} $ E. Adams St. Bell Tel. 423 SPRINGFIELD, ILL. We do a general banking business. Deposits received subject to check. Interest paid on average balances quarterly. Penny Savings Department for children in which deposits are received from 1c up. MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. Four years ago my hair just covered my shoulders. MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. Four years ago my hair just covered my shoulders. growing all kinds, all quali- to the growing of hair on the idea that such a thing andreds, rapidly achieving that we are being imitated actually grown, and the tioned us when trying to or "just as good") or re-port "Hair Grower (the "PORO" is on every box; S. A. M. POPE-TURNBO, RRICK 922 S. Sixteenth St. The Original HAIR GROWERS We Grew Our Hair, Now Let Us Grow Yours "With TRADE MARK Registered Ladies' and Gents' Clothing Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired. 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Devoted to the interest and protection of the Negro race. Protects against Sickness, Accidents, Permanent Disability, Accidental Death, Natural Death. E. C. COLE.....President H. K. WILSON.....Vice President A. M. WILLIAMS.....Secretary J. HAROLD WHITE.....Assistant Secretary S. J. WILLIAMS.....Superintendent of Agencies W. W. WILSON Up-to-date Barbershop 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Mr. Wilson has recently been issued a patent on a new hair tonic, Serial No. 654553, guaranteed under the pure food and drug act, to destroy the dandruff germ, and can be applied to the scalp in an effectable manner; to cure dandruff and other scalp diseases; to stimulate and promote the growth of the hair. There is an art in shaving and we are masters of the art. Come in and let us give you a nice smooth shave. HOT AND COLD BATHS. Call at 728 E. Washing ton Streets, Springfield, Ill. Call at 728 E. Washing ton Streets, Spring Phone 535 P Call at 728 E. Washing ton Streets, Springfield, Ill. J. W. 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Prompt Delivery The Lincoln Manual Training School Telephone, Old 3309 1501 EAST WASHINGTON STREET Springfield, Illinois 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 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. 1706-1-2 Calls promptly made. FURNISHED ROOMS — First class accommodations; modern conveniences. 1103½ E. Washington street. Mrs. Jessie Ballinger, Prop. Edward Baumaon Chas. T. Baumann BAUMANN BROS. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Deutsche Apotheke) Both Phones 654 YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED Corner 7th and Washington Sts. LOCAL NEWS. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Ford, of St. Louis, Mo., spent the holidays with their relatives here and at Riverton. Mrs. F. W. Evans, 156 West Jefferson street, Decatur, has gone to Des Moines to visit her sister-in-law for a month. We have copies of the Christmas Crisis for sale Mesdames Earley and Broyle of Mounds, Ill., mother and sister, respectively, of Mrs. Quincy Bradley, spent Xmas with Mr. and Mrs. Bradley. Rev. T. L. Smith, of Quincy, was in the city this week on business. Mr. A. W. Naylor, musical composer and writer, has written a play, set to music, entitled "Zambo." The comedy is in three acts. Watch this paper for further notice. If the people will just trade with advertisers. Mrs. Harriet Floyd, 1908 East Stuart street, entertained with a family reunion. On Christmas day. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Floyd, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Floyd, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Alexander and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Peters. There were five grandchildren present, two great grandchildren were present, and a few friends. A most joyous time was experienced. Every one who has received his bill will please remit at once. We stated that we would not have out an edition this week, but found that there was too much business to go over. FIRST CLASS upholstering and general furniture repairing. James B. Bondman, 2020 E. Kansas St. New phone 420. Miss Hallie Ford, of Okmulgee, Okla., teacher there in the high school, spent the holidays at home here. Big political edition of The Forum out in January, 1912. Special Peoria whole page. Miss Annie Price, of St. Louis, Mo., was the guest of Miss Georgic Wilson of South Seventeenth street during Xmas. Rev. W. F. Walker of Grace M. E. Church, preached at Buffalo Christmas day at 3 p. m. WASHINGTON CASEY French Dry Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing. All work strictly guaranteed. Called for and delivered. Front and Madison Sts. Kinloch Phone 2044. Bloomington, Illinois. --- Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Williams entertained at an "at home" Thursday evening of this week to a few of their friends. Those present were: Rev. and Mrs. W. F. Walker. Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Savage, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Rogers and Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Williams, the host and hostess. The hostess served a delicious repast, and a delightful evening was spent in music and conundrums, etc. Mrs. E. L. Rogers entertained the Missionary Society of Graces M. E. Church last Friday evening. A program suitable for the occasion was rendered and a light repast was served. Mrs. Mark Cummings and children, of Decatur, spent Xmas and the holidays in the city, the guests of Mrs. Cummings' mother and sisters. Judge J. J. Bird, one of the best informed historians and politicians of this state, who has been seriously ill this fall, has about totally recovered. Mrs. T. W. Warrick spent Xmas in Cairo. Mrs. Ferguson, of 1904 East Stuart street, entertained the Missionary Society Friday evening of last week. A goodly number were out. A dainty repast was served. Mrs. H. Tucker left Saturday for Sebree, Ky., her former home, where she spent the holidays. The Christmas trees were in evidence at all of the churches and little tots had a joyful time. Mrs. Virgie Cummings and children, of Decatur, spent Xmas and the holidays in the city. Rev. H. Sallie and Mr. Jas. Foster, of Lincoln, spent Christmas in Peoria, the former being the guest of his sister. Christmas tree festivities were observed at the following churches Xmas day: Grace M. E., St. Paul A. M. E., St. John A. M. E., Zion Baptist, Union Baptist. Saturday evening, Dec. 24, at Pleasant Grove Baptist, at St. Luke's Episcopal, at New Hope Baptist, at H. G. E. Lutheran. Appropriate programs were rendered at each church. Some of the out-of-town attendants at the Elks' ball were: Jno. Orendorff, Mrs. Ida Hummer, Lee Dent and brother, Lincoln; Carl and Chas. Fant and Miss Mary Cecil, Mt. Pulaski; Josh Crittenden, Decatur; R. Wheatley and wife, Elkhart, and Roderick Ortis; Miss Wheatley of Buffalo. Leaders and all members of Church Choirs are invited to attend a grand rehearsal of War Songs to be sung at the 49th anniversary of our Emancipation, to take place at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church on the evening of Jan. 1, 1912, at 8 o'clock. Rehearsals on Sunday, Dec. 24, also on Sunday, Dec. 31, at 4 o'clock p. m. at St. Paul's Church. ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM TIME TABLE ILLINOIS TRACTION SYSTEM—CARS leave Springfield: East. North. South. 5:00 a.m. 5:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 7:15 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:40 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:40 a.m. 12:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 12:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:40 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 4:40 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 6:40 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 9:25 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 11:40 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 11:20 p.m. 11:00 p.m. †11:30 p.m. *Limited. †Sleeper. All others local. NO DUST DIRT SMOKED CINEMAS --- Call J. Edward Thompson for your Candies, Nuts, Oranges, Figs, Dates and Groceries. Everything Fresh. Phone, Delivery Prompt. Old 1329 need of shing, Shoes and urnishing go to Jo Selberman's St. Springfield, Ill. Best and Cheapest ce in the City THE ENTERPRISE MILLINERS When in need of Clothing Furni go Phillip Se 121 So. 7th St. The Best an place in The Best and Cheapest place in the City The Care of the Clothing g in a bright room (not in the sun) and you moths, as the moth hunts the dark places to which will be immune from enemies. Never pack; the spots decay the cloth and form a diet clothes in the shade and the colors will not run.; the dust that accumulates in them works in, makes them stiff and unpleasant to the touch. the amount of impediments they must carry. on one pocket, as they make a foolish bulging. chief, fold it neatly and place it in the outside your clothes on good sensible cloth-hangers. the man, but neatness in dressing brings its respect. Happy New Year, and have your clothes CLEANING CO., La Rue Willis, Prop. Old Phone 5452 HOT WATER BOTTLES CANDIES CIGARS SUNDRIES Etc., at Street Pharmacy E. E. GAFFNEY, Prop. Street Springfield, Ill. carefully compounded. U. S. Sub-Postal Both Telephones 1814 Hints on the Car Hang your clothing in a bright will not be troubled with moths, as deposit eggs where they will be in any clothes that are soiled; the spice for the moth. Dry your clothes in the Brush your clothes often; the dust spoils the cloth and makes them sicken. Men should distribute the amount. Do not put everything in one pocket. In folding the handkerchief, fold it breast pocket. Hang your clothes. Clothes do not make the man, but ward and commands respect. We wish you all a Happy New cleaned and pressed by THE WILLIS CLEANING 417 N. 5th St. PURE DRUGS PERFUMES CANDIES Eto Adams Street R. E. GAFE 1427 East Adams Street Prescriptions carefully coated Station No. 7. Both Telep Hints on the Care of the Clothing Hints on the Care of the Clothing Hang your clothing in a bright room (not in the sun) and you will not be troubled with moths, as the moth hunts the dark places to deposit eggs where they will be immune from enemies. Never pack any clothes that are soiled; the spots decay the cloth and form a dist for the moth. Dry your clothes in the shade and the colors will not run. Brush your clothes often; the dust that accumulates in them works in, spoils the cloth and makes them stiff and unpleasant to the touch. Men should distribute the amount of impediments they must carry. Do not put everything in one pocket, as they make a foolish bulging. In folding the handkerchief, fold it neatly and place it in the outside breast pocket. Hang your clothes on good sensible cloth-hangers. Clothes do not make the man, but neatness in dressing brings its reward and commands respect. We wish you all a Happy New Year, and have your clothes cleaned and pressed by THE WILLIS CLEANING CO., La Rue Willis, Prop. 417 N. 5th St. Old Phone 5452 Our specialty is our Home Cooking. We have opened business at 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. --- HOME RESTAURANT Lincoln, Ill Your last chance to secure your WINTER HAT To be sold at cost. Don't lose this opportunity to save money on your winter Millinery. We carry a full line of Hats and make a specialty of MRS. M. L. CLARK-THOMPSON and MRS. J. B. OSBY 1103 East Washington Street Our Office Has Been MOVED TO ROOM 5 $728\frac{1}{2}$ East Washington Street THE FORUM. THE PEERLESS CAFE The Home of Good Eatables Short Orders, Soft Drinks and Confections. 1325 E. Mason St., Upstairs. MRS. LENORA FISHER, Proprietress. Competent instructor in all lines of the work. Superior Hair Dressing Parlor 3409-3409 $ _{1/2} $ State St., Chicago, Ill. All correspondence promptly attended to. Remember our office is 72812 E. Washington Street, Room 5. Patronize Ra Our Service is Da Ice Cream and Ices Best Chili in the City Our Famous 6 o'clock Sun tables decorated with flowers, 3 The only place of its kind our people. CHAS. P. A 819 E. Wash Give Him A Call. Ronize Race Industry Our Service is Dainty and First Class. In and Ices Cakes and Pies Chili in the City Daily Lu Famous 6 o'clock Sunday Dinners, with M Decorated with flowers, 35c. Only place of its kind in Springfield op e. MAS. P. ANDERSC 819 E. Washington St. Tim A Call. Springf Grady and Webster Imperial Barber Shop Tonsorial Work see the L Tonsorialists John Davis; Chair No. 2, S. P. Webster; Chair Grady; Chair No. 4, Prof. G. A. Barksdale. a Specialty of Hair Cutting, Shampooing, or Hand Facial Massage and Bleaching Patronize Race Industry Our Service is Dainty and First Class. Ice Cream and Ices Cakes and Pies Best Chili in the City Daily Lunches 15c Our Famous 6 o'clock Sunday Dinners, with Music and tables decorated with flowers, 35c. The only place of its kind in Springfield operated by our people. CHAS. P. ANDERSON 819 E. Washington St. Give Him A Call. Springfield, Ill. If it is Tonsorial We Tonsor Chair No. 1, John Davis; Chair No. 2 Grady; Chair No. 4, We make a Specialty of Hair or Hand Facial Mass If it is Tonsorial Work see the Line of Tonsorialists Chair No. 1, John Davis; Chair No. 2, S. P. Webster; Chair No. 3, J. W. Grady; Chair No. 4, Prof. G. A. Barksdale. We make a Specialty of Hair Cutting, Shampooing, Electrical or Hand Facial Massage and Bleaching Hot and Cold Baths. E. H. Mitchell, Chiropodist 821 E. Washington St. Singer Shoe Is the Biggest, the Best and machine work done while you w Half Soles, tacked..... Half Soles, Sewed..... Best Quality of Leather us large supply of new Sample S price. Mitchell, Chiropodist H. B. Stone, Shoe Shinier Washington St. Spring THE Logger Shoe Repairing Biggest, the Best and the Cheapest in town work done while you wait. less, tacked..... less, Sewed.... 50 Quality of Leather used. All work guaran- ply of new Sample Shoes, worth $4 and $ Is the Biggest, the Best and the Cheapest in town. Fast machine work done while you wait. Best Quality of Leather used. All work guaranteed. A large supply of new Sample Shoes, worth $4 and $5 at half price. 110 S. Seventh Street New Phone 798 Springfield, Ill. When you think of New Years When you New Year Think of Cla When you think of New Years Think of Clarkson's He has everything you need 1900 New Phone 798 Politicians must not mistreat the Negro so if he is to be moulded into a good citizen. FEMALE HELP WANTED Colored Help for House Work Laundry Work And all kinds of Day Work Office $307\frac{1}{2}$ South Sixth St. Bell Phone 1083 ce Industry enty and First Class. Cakes and Pies Daily Lunches 15c Day Dinners, with Music and 5c. in Springfield operated by INDERSON hington St. Springfield, Ill. and Webster Ber Shop Work see the Line of Specialists S. P. Webster; Chair No. 3, J. W. Prof. G. A. Barksdale. Cutting, Shampooing, Electrical Image and Bleaching M. B. Stone, Shoe Shining Artist Springfield, Ill. Repairing Co. the Cheapest in town. Fast ait. .35c 50c and 65c d. All work guaranteed. A oes, worth $4 and $5 at half Springfield, Ill. Mothers' Cure For Asthma Henderson's Asthma and Cold Relief Mrs. Jennie Henderson of Springfield, Illinois, a home remedy which is a sure cure for Asthma and After suffering for 32 years with this dreaded spending many dollars for various patent medicines, disgust and began to experiment with various I when, to her great surprise and relief, she compounds contained in the above remedy and was entire he Henderson of Springfield, Illinois, which is a sure cure for Asthma and ring for 32 years with this dreaded dollars for various patent medicines, began to experiment with various I eat surprise and relief, she compound in the above remedy and was entire 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. Address Mrs. Jennie 527 So. 12th St. Edwin That’s All Graser rs. Jennie Henders Spri EDWIN CLAPP & CO. For Him Mrs. Jennie Henderson 527 So. 12th St. Springfield, Illinois. dwin Cla Sho All raser & Reis 105 South Fifth Street NOTICE OF MOTION TO CHANGE NAME. In the Circuit Court, March Term, A. D. 1912. Circuit Court of Sangamon County, Illinois, in the City of Springfield, on the fourth day of March, A. D. 1912. Notice is hereby given that in the first day of the March Term thereof, or as soon thereafter as the Honorable Judge presiding at said term shall hear me, will petition the Court for an order or leave to change my name to my original name, Mary A. Hickman, according to the statute in such case made and prescribed. MARY A. CARTER. Notice, Lodge Members. On account of the Emancipation celebration at St. Paul A. M. E. Church Monday evening, Jan. 1st, the regular meeting of Capital City Lodge, K. of P., will not convene, but every member is re- 1. 1. AMBULANCE H. RHODEN THE BROOKLYN BROTHERS ```markdown ``` sicilius ringfield, Illinois, has discovered are for Asthma and Colds. with this dreaded affliction and patent medicines, she gave up in with various home remedies. lief, she compounded the ingredi- dity and was entirely cured. Henderson Springfield, Illinois. For Him A Pair of Clapp Shoes Reisch quested to be present Monday evening, Jan. 15th. You are also requested and hereby notified that the January endowment is due and must be paid on or before Jan. 15. See Master of Finance T. R. Thompson, or pay J. H. White, K. of R. S., at Enterprise Bank. J. H. WHITE, K. of R.S. E. L. ROGERS, C. C. Haircutting Shampooing Electrical Face Massage Hot and Cold Baths, - 20 Cents POOL ROOM IN REAR 1028 E. Washington St. L. F. OSBORNE, Prop. Old Phone 4167 Springfield Illinois springfield 1. The Negroes of Springfield and the State of Illinois should be proud of the fact that they possess a Negro Undertaker who is fully capable in every line of the profession. A graduate of the Chicago Post-Graduate College of Chicago, class '04, Mr. Roden came to Springfield nearly eight years ago. Starting in business on practically nothing, he has gradually placed his business in an enviable condition. Mr. Roden carries a full line of stock, has recently ordered a new buggy which he intends using in his profession, already possesses a modern funeral car, well equipped, and an ambulance second to none. By giving him an opportunity to serve you, you not only help Mr. Roden but advance the race as well by showing due appreciation for a well, full equipped Negro funeral director. Mr. Roden can be reached in his office any hour of the day or night by calling either phone 1950. 116 S. 2nd St. On Credit! 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. H. Wolfson Credit Co. 2101 $ S. Sixth St. Over Lochman's Jewelery Store. MRS. EMILY WILSON. Furnished Rooms and Hot Baths. House Heated by Hot Blast Furnace. Comfortable Year Round. 313 S. East St. Phone 859-L. Bloomington, Illinois. Call on MRS. JENNIE DICE For a Good, Well, Home-Cooked SQUARE MEAL. Best the Market Affords. Breakfast .....15c Dinner and Supper.....20c 315 S. East St. Bloomington, Ill. G. W. EUBANKS GROCERIES AND MEAT MARKET Fresh Country Produce, Eggs, Butter and Milk. Eighteenth and Brown Streets. H. Sallie FURNITURE, STOVES AND NISHING Sold for Cash AGENT FOR MOTORCYCLE REPAIRING Reliable, Well-established, and HOUSES FURNISHED WITH THE BALANCE TO BE Call and Ex Old Phone 3820 726 E. W AMBU H. RHODEN Dealer in FURNITURE, STOVES AND ALL KINDS OF HOUSEFUR- NISHING GOODS. Sold for Cash or Easy Payments. AGENT FOR MOTORCYCLES, BICYCLES AND SUNDRIES. REPAIRING OF ALL KINDS. Reliable, Well-established, and Prepared to give the very Best Service. HOUSES FURNISHED WITH SMALL PAYMENT DOWN; THE BALANCE TO BE PAID AS YOU GET PAID. Call and Examine Our Stock. Old Phone 3820 726 E. Washington St. Springfield. Ill. Mr. Roden Undertaker Mr. Roden Undertaker less of Springfield and the State of that they possess a Negro Under- ly line of the profession. A graduat- College of Chicago, class '04, Mr- eily eight years ago. Starting in bu- ne has gradually placed his business. Roden carries a full line of stock, has which he intends using in his profess- funeral car, well equipped, and an- viving him an opportunity to serve yea- but advance the race as well by sho- ll, full equipped Negro funeral direc- in his office any hour of the day or 50. 116 S. 2nd St. Office Phone 2322 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 3632 CHAS. S. GIBBS ATTORNEY AT LAW AND NOTARY PUBLIC 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 aler in AND ALL KINDS OF HOUSEFUR- ING GOODS. For Easy Payments. BICYCLES AND SUNDRIES. OF ALL KINDS. And Prepared to give the very Best service. Residence Phone 2819—R 3 Attorney at Law WILLIAMS' BLDG.