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THE FORUM News by Correspondents Gathered by The Forum's Live Force of Special Correspondents Historical Society State House VOL. 10. NO. 42 News by Co Gathered by The Forum's Live PEORIA, ILL. Rev. S. B. Jones is correct when he says by inference, that the great lack in the negro community is a ministry able to cope with the times and render real service, Rev. Jones avers that the falling off of church attendance and the lukewarm interest in the church is caused from the weekness and inefficiency in the pulpit, he says the magnitude of the work required by pastor is such that the majority of the colored pastors are not able to render commensurate service. This we believe is a true statement and a true presentation of the facts and the conditions. Our preachers, most of them, mean well, but do not know how or what to give the people. Most of the preachers have not a thorough education, that is, they have not gone far enough in their preparation for their chosen work to overbalance their parishioners, therefore are not able to teach, to impart light and to inspire; the people will listen to you, if you say something and say it with force and effect and live yourselves above suspicion. Do not let anybody point their finger at you and say: "Thou art the man" I caught in a questionable place for a man of his calling, preachers are human beings like editors and other men, but we must practice what we preach more. We are glad that the preachers see the cause and will proceed to efface it. Rev. L. E. Christy of the St. John's A. M. E. Chuch of Springfield, was very much right when he said the people have no more right to accept the inferior work from a preacher than they would accept from a carpenter, plumber or any other artisan, if a preacher can't render service why do you keep him. If you order printing and it is not what you bargained to pay for it you raise all manner of "fuss" and will not pay for it If the Forum misses you, you raise "sand" and will not pay 5c over, then why do keep preachers filling space, who do not deliver the goods? You will not buy from our grocery-men if they are 1c higher than other men. Why do you pay for and keep ministers who can not come up to the test? At the State House and in most of the public offices a man must stand examination and if he can't pass, some one who can pass gets the job. Hence everybody prepares for the "test." Go prepare for the gospel dispensing, and come and get your orders. HON. W. T. VERNON AT PEORIA (By THE EDITOR.) We had what we shall ever consider the rare pleasure of be- ing in Peoria, August 21, 1914, and listening to an address of Hon. W. T. Vernon, at the G. A. R. Hall on Hamilton St. It was an occasion we shall never forget, but ever cherish as the rich heritage of our life. Dr. Vernon was there at the instigation of Rev. S. B. Jones, pastor of Ward Chapel, A. M. E. The people of Peoria are obligated to Rev. Jones for bringing such a man as Dr. Vernon to Peoria, this act alone by Rev. Jones is worth more to Peoria than imagination can comprehend. There was not a large crowd as we anticipated for such an occasion, but is was composed of the cream of Peoria. Before we go further, we must pause to remark that our limited vocabulary is not able to truly and adequately, describe this mighty man, this eloquent orator, this historian of the first degree. The services opened by singing two verses of "My Country Tis' Of Thee," after which, Mr. Lewis, a young High School Junior, recited one of Dunbar's favorite pieces with surpassing ability and mastery. Mayor Woodruff then made a few remarks of welcome and Rev. Jones who was presiding official introduced Sen. Daily. This introduction by Sen. Daily was a master piece of eloquence, surcharged with a true "heartfelt" sympathy which was so pronounced and forcefully presented that it almost raised you from your seat. Never before have we sat and listened to higher tribute paid one man to another and when Senator Dailey was speaking he spake with much feeling and spake as a great Webster. He is himself, a great and good man; Peoria and this great state should feel proud to possess such a man, a man who, some day, will rise high, and shine luminous upon the firmament. O, that I had the command of English possessed by Fred Douglas or Vernon that I might tell what I want to say. Senator Dailey described him (Vernon) as a great pacificator, a man honored by two presidents, on account of his worth, his character and his ability, a great leader of his people, a man who is doing much to uplift not only the colored man but the white man. Judge Hilton, L. M. Hines and a few other white men were out and it was meet that they were out, for truly Dr. Vernon was a great orator, the greatest, we believe, we have ever heard before. If we had the language of a Douglass we would say his argument was as strong as iron and the pessimistic world might dash itself against it's (the argument's) network, a compact body, without breaking the least fibre of its various parts. To say his speech was a masterpiece of historical and literary eloquence, is to put it mildly. He is truly a great man, "Be Ye Doers and not Sayers only." SPRINGFIELD AND PEORIA, ILLINOIS, SATUR Weekly in Spring doing a great work. He began at the dawn of civilization and marched down the war beaten centures, like school childreen following the narrow path from the country school house around the hill to their huts on the hill-side far away, but sure. His historical portrayals, enumerations of great characters, his figures of speech, his painting of wars on the canvas, his characters presented for comparison, stand out in bold relief, unexcelled. Judge Stone and Sen. Dailey pronounced it to be the greatest and most masterly speach they have ever heard. Among the finest contrasts and comparisons we ever heard of, or saw, was that of Crispus Attucks and the other three Negroes who fell at Bunker Hill, and Robert G. Shaw, 28 years old, who fell at Waggoner; the one for the liberty of the white man, the other for the liberty of the black man. And no finer picture was drawn than that of Sambo changing his name, enough to stir the blood and make any negro proud, yea, make him cry out. "Hosanna for ever more." Dr. Vernon, the silvertongued, was even moved, himself, by the most high tribute paid him by Sen. Daily, and stated that he had been introduced by many Mayors, Senators, Governors, and other men of high places, but had never received a higher tribute than the one paid him by Sen. Dailey, and, he hastened on to say, that the colored people were extremely fortunate to live in a community where men of such calibre dwell. With what we have attempted to say, you may judge this was a great occasion. After the address by Dr. Vernon, which was 1 hour, 15 minutes or more in duration, the audience repaired to the lectureroom and partook of refreshing delicacies, such as, ice cream, cake, frappe, etc. Seated at one table were Dr. Vernon, Senator Daily, Judge Stone, Judge Hilton, Mr. Newman, Co. Treas., L. M. Hines, Rev. Jones, and the writer. It was indeed a happy occasion for we were with great of good "hearts," souls that beat in harmony and aspire to go forward, onward and upward together. That Taylorville brick laying expert gang ought to see these colored brick layers here under Bretz, in 1 minute and 20 seconds Cass Williams and his "Cohorts" laid a whole block. WEEKLY POEMS. (For your Reflection) Full may a gem of purest ray serene, The dark unfathomed cave of ocean bear; Full many a flower was born to blush unseen, And waste its sweetness on the dessert air. —Gray's Elegy. WEEKLY POEMS. (For your Retlection) Full may a gem of purest ray serene, The dark unfathomed cave of ocean bear; Full many a flower was born to blush unseen, And waste its sweetness on the dessert air. —Gray's Elegy. CHAS. W. BYERS Candidate for County Clerk. Record good. --- ```markdown ``` Peoria, Illinois, Political Happenidgs, a Brief Summary of the Social News Peoria, Illinois, Political Happenidgs, a Brief Summary of the Social News Dr. Vernon Speaks at G. A. R. Hall Peoria is among the leading cities in the west. There are many who look upon Peoria as a mere "town," but such is erroneous, she is a thriving, clean, progressive city. At night her hundreds of cluster lights make her look like the star bedecked firmament. She has a large number of large manufactories and her growth is steady and substantial. She has many large department stores whose volume of business is astounding. She has a horde of lawyers and business men who are pressing forward to the mark of the high calling. Among the young progressive men, regardless of political affiliations, are such men as Shelton McGrath, John Gallagher, A. P. Miller, Louis J. Gauss and Gauss Bros., Hopkins Bros., Groceries; Mr. Moran, Meat Market; Joe Daily, City Attorney. Among the leading lawyers and men of affairs are: Daily & Miller, Chas. Stubbles, Robert Scholes, State's Attorney McNemar, Judge Sucher, Mr. Moore, Judge Stone, Judge Neihaus, Ex-Judge Otman, Circuit Clerk Thode, Judge Green, Judge Puterbaugh, Col. Fred Smith. Businesses who have made the town, so to speak, and who help all charities are: Proctor Lumber Co., The Breweries, The Distilleries, Larkin Co., I. W. Walker, the various Banks, F. W. Erxleben and the enterprising Star and Journal. These are only, however, a few of them. Peoria is a good city to emigrate to and build up a good business. Let everybody boost. The Forum will boost but we want your co-operation, tangible help. Peoria has two, what we believe to be, "live" ministers, Revs. Jones and Murrell of the A. M. E. and Baptist Churches respectively. Three good doctors: S. A. Askew, J. H. Shepperd and Cotton. We will do what we can to boost your city. What! will you all reciprocate. THE FORUM Special by Staff Correspondent 20 Cents per Month) AN OPEN LETTER TO ILLINOIS NEGRO BAPTISTS. Peoria, Ill., Aug. 25, 1914. To the Negro Baptists, State of Illinois. My Dear Brethern:- The Diamond Jubilee Anniversary of The Wood River Negro Baptist Association of Illinois, will be held in The Union Baptist church at Atton, Illinois, next week. The Session will open on Tuesday September 1, and close Sunday night, September 6. Beyond a doubt this will be the most unique session of Negro Baptists ever held in America. The Wood River Association is the mother organization of not only the Illinois Baptists, but it is also the oldest district association of colored Baptists in the United States of America. Hence the session next week will afford the public (those in attendance) an opportunity to see and hear the actions and the expositions of the ministers and layman and lay women who have to their credit seventy five years experience of independent denominational work. It will be an opportunity to hear these speakers apply these New Testament principle to new events and to new conditions. Every church in the Wood River district is expected to represent. Every church and every minister in the State of Illinois is invited to attend this session. Full and ample preparation is made by the Union church to entertain all who attend. It is understood that $1.00 will be exacted from every person as registration fee, before entertainment is furnished. In other words, each person who expects to receive meals and room must pay $1.00 for this entertainment. This applies to women, laymen and ministers indiscriminately. Upon registering the money will be collected and turned over to the church. This is a small amount for one week's board and lodging. It is, therefore, evident that no baptist will be prevented from attending this great meeting because of this small pittance. It is generally understood that the churches will send there most efficient workers as delegates to this Diamond Jubilee. With this amount of experience the public justly may expect a preponderance of intelligence in the whole proceedings of this session. This means that each messenger will be in his seat at the hour when each session is to be opened. Will the Moderators of Mt. Olive association, of East Mt. Olive association, of North Wood River association, of Land Mark association, and of Bethleham association together with the auxiliary organizations of each, send corresponding messengers? The Mother organization—Wood River association extends a hearty welcome to each of these younger bodies. Rev. George C. Mason D. D. pastor of the Union Baptist church of Alton, says, "All is ready. We are now waiting your coming." Very Respectfully yours, B. N. Murrell - Cor. Sec. 802 State street, Peoria, Illinois. 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MIKE MAHON. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Sangamon county, subject to the decision of the Democratic primary, September 9th, 1914. SIMEKON KECK. Buffalo. Sangamon County and This Congressional and Senatorial District. For Judge. I wish to announce that I am a candidate for re-nomination before the democratic primary, to be held Sept. 9, next for the position of Judge of the county and juvenile court of Sangamon county. If I am nominated and elected the business of the court generally and the dependent and delinquent children, who unfortunately must appear in court, will not suffer by my neglect. G. W. MURRAY. I am a candidate for the Democratic nomination for County Judge. ROBERT FITZGERALD. For County Clerk. Announcement is hereby made of my candidacy for county clerk, subject to the decision of the republican primary, September 9, 1914. CHARLES W. BYERS. Announcement is nereby made of my candidacy for county clerk, subject to the decision of the republican primary, September 9, 1914. WARD G. MURRAY. For County Treasurer. Announcement is hereby made of my candidacy for the republican nomination for treasurer of Sangamon county, subject to the decision of the republican primary election. GEORGE W. SCHWANER Springfield. For County Superintendent of Schools. I wish to announce myself as a candidate for County Superintendent of Schools, subject to the decision of the republican primaries, September 9, 1914. EDGAR C. PRUITT. A BEETER PEORIA ON THE COLORED SIDE. Yes, we are agreed. What Peoria needs is a righteous awakening, a rising up of the best element, that is, the most intelligent, the most in intellectual and progressive element, who stand for moral elevation and forward marching. Peoria needs a good leader to cope with those who lead to ruin. There is a great work to be done. But, are the Christians cowards? Do they intend to --- acknowledge that the evil forces are mightier than their's, the good forces? Is right to bow to wrong? Is God to be subdued by his Satanic Majesty? Never, all Peoria needs is Soldiers of the Cross. Peoria colored Peoria colored people (church and Society element) are to much divided and too lukewarm. In the language of Paul, we perceive that in Peoria, among the colored folks, there is too strong a denominational line. What do you care about my church affiliations, if I am doing something the result of which will be a rich legacy to you and your posterity? In Peoria you have as fine a set or community of white people that any state or city can boast of, which is a great asset. We appreciate these good white people and shall be pleased to help make Peoria a banner city, which she is destined to be. But, in order to be respected and assisted we must denounce and trample underfoot the worthless, dishonest negroes who come into the city and make things intolerable. We, as a race, must become assets to the community and not remain wards. Our good conduct sober habits, and industrious traits must make us sought as indispensable component parts of the body politic, not merely tolerated "pilgrims," who are excused for this cause and that. When this state of affairs begins to manifest itself, this low element and these "grafters and political leeches" will be buried with their heads in the sand downward. The Peoria Forum stands for the better things, good men up, and down with the rascals, white or blacks. The question which confronts the negro more seriously now, is not securing employment, but being able to do the work when employed. The average colored boy or girl is either too lazy and unreliable or incompetent, they do not do anything well, have not the ambition and patience to learn, and most of them are too "bull headed" to be taught, yet you are forever worring because your boy or girl can't get employment. They don't know anything. They will not go to school long enough to get a firm education and you can't teach them. If the negro or colored girl does not improve, negro business and professional men will be forced to employ white help. The average colored girl can't do of fice work efficiently, can't cook, can't keep house; as Dr. H. said, don't know anything, but we are not condemning you for not being accomplished, but you are not trying to be. You ought to be good in something besides imitation, and we are not good at imitation, because the most of us don't appear clean and tidy on the streets. We don't learn how to sew; we fail to see what good you girls are. What do you expect to do? Do you expect some good man to go "daffy" after you? If you do you are deceiving yourself. The trouble with you girls is, you give too much time to these trifling young negro men who have not got sense enough to lead a mule to water. GIRLS TAKE NOTICE Don't get the idea that you can be too honest—absurd. You can never rise to a vantage point but by honesty—"Don't you never let anybody turn you around." A. J. JONES, Peoria P. B. State Fair will be held on September 18th and on for Eight Days. Station for visitors are being made attractions will be superb. The securing ideal fair weather. Element is working assiduously to hold "Greatest Fair on Earth" the united co-operation of the Springfield's" fair but the state come. There will be convenience. W. Evans for County. Evans, candidate for the republican Judge, is a successful and co-working practiced in the city of Deer He was born and raised on Decatur with his parents when He has always taken an active party, but has never before soaking a vigorous campaign nomination are very favorable. Evans, as a boy in Decatur, on Decatur High School, carriying her work that a boy could get drug store after school hours, paper reporter. He completed town's Business College, and graphicer in the office of the State study of law under W. E. Honey. Being determined to location for the law, Mr. Evans of Iowa, where he worked his secretary to the Dean of the Law students' boarding club. Mr. University in 1907, and was his. He was for some time assoc the practice of law, but not as he formed a partnership with his name of Evans & Hamiltnn. lawyer for the past seven year legal training, Mr. Evans is en position of County Judge. Education, and association with their own way in the world, His empathetic view of human life. impartial and just Judge, and voters of his party. Ex-Constable, Republican Candidate for Sheriff Primary September 9th. Coal miner, working daily in the mine. He is well known to a large number of voters. He is making a clean honest campaign. He will represent the whole people regardless of clasg, color or religion. Ae will not ask a deputy to do anything he wouldn't do. The Illinois State Fair will be held in this City beginning September 18th and continuing for Eight Days. All preparation for visitors are being made and the exhibits and attractions will be superb. The early date is the hope of securing ideal fair weather. The mangement is working assiduously to retain the justified shibboleth "Greatest Fair on Earth," but to make it so requires the united co-operation of the entire state. It is not "Springfield's" fair but the state fair. Everybody are welcome. There will be convenience for all. Macon County Politics Macon County Politics John W. Evans for County Judge John W. Evans, candidate for the republican nomination for county Judge, is a successful and competent young attorney, having practiced in the city of Decatur for about seven years. He was born and raised on a farm, and moved to Decatur with his parents when he was fifteen years old. He has always taken an active part in the affairs of the party, but has never before sought public office. He is making a vigorous campaign, and the prospects for his nomination are very favorable. John W. Evans, as a boy in Decatur, earned his way through the Decatur High School, carriying newspapers and doing other work that a boy could get. Later, he worked in a drug store after school hours, and was for a time a newspaper reporter. He compleeted a business course in Brown's Business College, and was for some time a stenographer in the office of the State's Attorney and began the study of law under W. E. Redmon, then State's Attorney. Being determined to secure the best possible education for the law, Mr. Evans entered the University of Iowa, where he worked his way through by acting as Secretary to the Dean of the Law College, and managing a students' boarding club. Mr. Evans graduated from the University in 1907, and was admitted to the Bar of Illinois. He was for some time associated with A. G. Weber in the practice of law, but not as a partner. In July, 1913, he formed a partnership with Fred Hamilton under the firm name of Evans & Hamilttnn. From his experience as a lawyer for the past seven years, and his preparation and legal training, Mr. Evans is eminently qualified for the position of County Judge. His struggle to secure an education, and association with those who have had to make their own way in the world, has given him a broad and sympathetic view of human life. Evans would make a fair, impartial and just Judge, and merits the support of the voters of his party. J. W. SLAUGHTER A Prominent Business Man J.W.Grady Imperial Barber Shop WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF HAIRCUTTING, SHAVING AND SHAMPOOING-ELECTRICAL OR HAND MASSAGE AND BLEACHING-HOT AND COLD BATHS A WELL-COOKED DINNER Springfield Gas and Electric Co. 4th and Monroe Sts. Dunbar books Dunbar books, Dunbar books, at the Forum office and J.P. Roberts shoe store. All the best papers on sale at Roberts' shoe store. Res, Phone, 4946. Chas. S. Gibbs ATTORNEY AT LAW AND NOTARY PUBLIC. Old Phone, 1963. Office: 723 East Washington Street Bell Phone 2322 B. G. 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The dance given at Glen Oak Park was a success from every view point. Mr. Joshua Early, is reported on the sick list but is better at this writing. Mrs. Susye Calver and Grand-caughler Miss Verlie Stewart spent last week in Chicago, the guest of relatives. Miss Ina and Ruth Moody were the guests of Miss Madeline Neal, recently. The Every Wednesday entertainment given at the Zion church this week was fine. Mrs. Alexander is some cook. Miss Mable Dickey is a very talented young lady and we applaud her efforts with all our might. Mr. Barnett and Miss Beard deserve especial praise for their exquisite rendition of "Isle D'Amour." This is Mr. Barnett's first public appearance as a soloist. If all first appearances were successful as this there would never be an end to the encores. That such delightful programs can be given free to the public is almost incredible yet here they are. The Zion church is the proud possessor of three oil paintings the work of the present pastor. Rev. 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Vote for Chas, S. Trautman for Sheriff, J. H. McCoy for Co. Judge, W. E. Peabody for Co. Clerk, T. C. Buxton for the legislature, and Wm. B. McKinley for Congress. For political newe see Albert Clarke. John Evansand Alba Jones are out for Judge. Mr. Mooney is the leader for Co. Treasurer. J. H. McCoy is a thoroughly competent man for County Judge; he is experienced in public affairs, having received his training as Justice of the Peace. He is a man who disregards color, race or poverty and deals justly-Such a man is a fit man for Judge. Leave news notes for the Forum at S. T. Clanton's office, as you pass. Get the habit of taking the Forum and then you will get all the news. Leave your church notes, and religious news. Our people had just as well work up their own enterprises, because you will never get much through the other man's ingenuity. Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. We are going to offer you Decatur people a very admiring surprise soon. Decatur has all the advantages. She is clean and keeps on getting cleaners. Saloons or no saloons you can't keep up with Decatur. Wanted—A hustling news paper ad getter in Decatur. Write the Forum—also a competent lady to work in a new concern to be opened in Decatur soon. Address X Y Z Forum Springfield, Ill., and particulars will be given you. A stenographer preferred. G. A Smith and A. C. Crawford have returned from Charlesston, Ill., where they went to attend the races. Atty. S. T. Clanton was in Jacksonville and Sprig field the first part of the week. The progress of the work on the Powers Building is phenomena. Andrew Russel for State Treasurer is the slogan here in Decatur also. For Congress, 19th Dist. they are for McKinley solidly. Marcellus Polk may be gone to Germany—he was wondering how he could wade the Atlantic ocean. Why is Freddie P. so quiet now. Of course W. E. Peabody is O. K. Dr. T. C. Buxton is the republican candidate for the legislature from the 28 Dist., and the doctor has proven to be a very able man, well versed on all matters appertaining to legislature matters. E. R. Brown will not depart for Africa before Shiloh comes. During the encampment at Springfield, of the 4th Regiment, Langford Elwood, Richard Thorpe and Joe Pryor were there as cooks, for the band, and waiters. And they declare by the gods, that they enjoyed themselves beyond expression. This quartet is elated because the report has gone forth that the band's quarters were the cleanest and tidiest of and quarters this year. And these fellows were responsible for this said cleanliness and tidiness. You can't lose Decatur, I tell you. BLOOMINGTON The Misses Edith and Helen White of Springfield visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hoagland last week. Miss Kate McElroy of Springfield attended the funeral of Mrs. J. Henniger Tuesday. Mrs. J. Henniger of Normal died at the Brokaw hospital Saturday and was buried Tuesday morning at Beck's Chapel. Mrs. Henniger left to mourn her loss a husband, and two daugh- ters, Mrs. Maude Price and Mrs. Ethel Hodges, and two grandchildren besides other relatives and friends. Mrs. Henniger's funeral was conducted by Elder Thompson of the A. M. E. church of Normal. Miss Louis Davis cf Chicago is visiting her aunt Mrs. M. Bradshaw. Geo. Hoagland has returned from Nashville, Tenn., and says that Nashville is the place where the negroes are doing things. Dr. A. Kenniebrew of Jacksonville was a Bloomington visitor for a few hours enroute home from Chicago. Mr. S. B. Skinner left Sunday for Muskegee, Okla. to visit his brother and sister and to attend the Negro Business League. Mr. Skinner will be in attendance to a family re-union while there. The funeral of Mr. Clay Green brother of Mrs. Amanda Stanton was held Monday afternoon at the A. M. E. church Elder Bundy officiating. Miss Sara Grisby was hostess to a picnic Friday afternoon at Miller Park complimentary to the Hoagland sisters who will soon leave for the South. The choirs of the Bloomington and Normal Christian Churches are busy rehearsing "Ester" a cantata to be given in the near future. The Directors of the Physical Culture Club met at their rooms Tuesday evening to elect a new superendent to succeed Geo. Hoagland and also enlarge their present Board. They are soon to make preparations for a Fall opening to the public and hope to do a far greater work in the future thon has been done. The basket dinner at Mildred Park was well attended by the colored church members of the city, last Sunday. Rev. Leavell's sermon was very good considering the length of time he has been in the ministry and his preparation for the ministry. There can not be too many good folks in the world. An Open Letter to the Colored Voters of Illinois Why the Colored People should be and are for Andrew Russel for State Treasurer Dear Voter;—On the 9th day of September you are called upon to vote for the various state and county officers. You have the privilege to vote for whom you believe the best man; you generally use your best jndgment. Most men aim to select the fittest men. Men who, when elected, will give courteous treatment to the public, whose sereants they are; men of integrity and worth. Therefore we take this method in soliciting your attention to and support of the candidacy of Andrew Russel of Jacksonville for the said office. We know Mr. Russel both personally, politically and as a business man, and can say truthfully that we believe he is the man for you to vote for, because he is a man of unblemished character, liberal in his views and without prejudice regarding a man's religion, creed, race, color or previous condition of servitude. He is a republican politically and a true one, a republican of the old school who recognizes men on their worth and integrity and accords to every man, black or white, rich or poor, the hand of fellowship. He is a liberal man to all worthy causes and a pioneer in the development of our educational institutions in Jacksonville. A vote for Andrew Russell is a vote for a good man. For State Treasurer mark your ballot thus: State Treasurer ANDREW RUSSELL Yours truly, Yours truly, E. L. I Edith S M. H. MAGON COUNTY Everything is Chas. S. Troutman, republican canon County, was born and reared as lived on the farm his entire life; arms in Macon County and made it own brow, and honestly. His father died when he (Chas. S. Troutman, at 16 he began to look out for Mr. Troutman truly believes that minaetd, but is seriously in doubt other one of his two opponentes could defeat him for the nomination: Mr. Tandy has been connected with other public offices for 10 years, criticised on that account, while Mr. Troutman, unpopular with certain classes for, too, has been sheriff before, which is never held a higher office than actioneer. He is said to be the best auctioneer Macon Co. ever had. Mr. Troutman is highest integrity; whatever he highly respected and liked by all county and the colored people of county. Speak of him in the very day at his motto in dealing with men in every man accorded the same reuire deal to all. Race, color or color with according a man justice and his hands. He further assures the colored person part of the county, that, if affected, and if they rally to his caused and considered. In short, Mr. Troutman appears to—he is competent and we believeation. If the republicans want a with, Troutman aeems to be the one. He is also a man popular with de republicans, from one end of Macon Co. EX-GOV. CHARLES S. DENEED considered the State Leader of the COUNTY POW Everything is Astor S. Troutman For Sh Troutman, republican candidate, was born and reared in that farm his entire life; he has in County and made it by the honestly. died when he (Chas. S.), was one began to look out for hims, n truly believes that he can it is seriously in doubt about this two opponente even if o him for the nomination, and he has been connected with the public offices for 10 years or more at account, while Mr. McGor with certain classes for well k seen sheriff before, while he, M a higher office than road con to be the best auctioneer and Co. ever had. Mr. Troutman degrity; whatever he says is eed and liked by all of the the colored people of Decatu k of him in the very best ten in dealing with men is this, "“ recorded the same respect as all. Race, color or creed, has a man justice and impartia assures the colored people, wh of the county, that, if he is n they rally to his cause, they considered. Mr. Troutman appears to be a apetent and we believe entitle the republicans want a sheriff of an aeems to be the only chance man popular with democrats a one end of Macon Co. to the Who is considered the State Leader of the Regulars. MAGON COUNTY POLITICS. Everything is Astor Chas. S. Troutman For Sheriff. Chas. S. Troutman, republican candidate for sheriff of Macon County, was born and reared in that county and has lived on the farm his entire life; he has one of the best farms in Macon County and made it by the sweat of his own brow, and honestly. His father died when he (Chas. S.), was but 12 years old and at 16 he began to look out for himself. Mr. Troutman truly believes that he can be elected if nominaetd, but is seriously in doubt about the chances of either one of his two opponente even if one of the two should defeat him for the nomination, and gives this reason: Mr. Tandy has been connected with the sheriff's office and other public offices for 10 years or more and is being criticised on that account, while Mr. McGorray is quite aged, unpopular with certain classes for well known reasons, and, too, has been sheriff before, while he, Mr. Troutman, has never held a higher office than road commissioner and auctioneer. He is said to be the best auctioneer and road commissioner Macon Co. ever had. Mr. Troutman is a man of the highest integrity; whatever he says is gospel; he is highly respected and liked by all of the people of the county and the colored people of Decatur and Macon county. Speak of him in the very best terms. He avers that his motto in dealing with men is this, "Every man up; every man accorded the same respect as he merits it: a square deal to all. Race, color or creed, has nothing to do with accordin$^a$ a man jusrice and impartial treatment at his hands. He further assures the colored people, who ard a component part of the county, that, if he is nominated and elected, and if they rally to his cause, they shall be recognized and considered. In short, Mr. Troutman appears to be absolutely honest—he is competent and we believe entitled to the nomination. If the republicans want a sheriff of their political faith, Troutman aeems to be the only chance. He is also a man popular with democrats as well as Republicans, from one end of Macon Co. to the other. We rest the case with you voters. --- X E. L. ROGERS, Editor Forum, Springfield, Ill. SPARTA. ILL. SPARTA. ILL. Mrs. Lena White and mother of St. Genevive Mo. were visit, ing friends last week. Mr. and Mrs. Beecher Stewart of the Mt. Pleasant Fruit Farm departed for Indianapolis, Ind., last Saturday to visit relatives of Mrs. Stewart. The Sparta Stars played the Coulterville' white, team Sat., week. The score was 11 to 7 favor of the Stars. Thus making it one for each, as they played them in June and Coulterville won. Last Saturday a very spectacular game was played by the Stars for championship of Randolph County. The best players from all the teams were their opponents. Score 5 to 0—nine innings—one hit was made by opponents and seven by the Stars, including a home run by Edward St. James, center fielder. The Stars are scrapers and have won several games from the St. Louis Giants, Du Maine, Carbondale and a white League team from St. Louis. TAYLORVILLE Mrs. Chas. Hollis who been visiting Mrs. John Chas lins departed for her home in Decatur Sunday evening. Miss Dora Mason attended the party given by Miss Della Wheatly of Assumption Friday. Messrs. Edward Cook and Mimis Artis of Elkhart were visiters here Sunday. Miss Della Wheatley spent the first of the week with,Taylorville friends... Mrs. Grace Reed went to Springfield Friday for an indefinite time. Mrs. Rictor Erving who has been in Chicago for some time is at home to friends. The rain Wednesday broke up the picinic and interfered with the arrangements of another. However the later was held Thursday at the home of Mrs. Niece Stewart's south of town which really proved more agreeable than a really, country picinic. Baskets were brought and dinner was served in the basement dining room. Mrs. Stewart furnished ice cream and a piano and the musicians among the picnicers furnished the music. Games were played and it being so near town a large number was present. Miss Julia Smith of Springfield was visiting relatives and friends Thursday. ASSUMPTION Mr. Roderick Wheatley and wife of Elkhart spent last week with the parents of Mr. Wheatley. Messrs. Mimes Artis and Edward Cooke of Elkhart were week end visitors of Mr. Raymond Wheatley. A very novel entertainment was given for a number of friends of Miss Della Wheatley at her country residence Eriday of last week. A barn near completion; the party was held on the second floor. There being no roof over head except the rafters, thus making it a delightful airdome. It was beautifully lighted with Japanese lanterns strung on brilliant colored ribbons suspended from the rafters. Dancing was the program for the evening, music was furnished on stringed instruments. Ten girls and boys came over from Taylorville on a hayrack. Sandwitches, salad, ice cream and cake were served at a late hour at the house. The guests departed soon after bestowing many pleasing compliments on Miss Wheatley, her parents and obfiring little sisters. RAILROAD DISCRIM INATION Judge Smith of the Sixth Judicial District of Kentuckey, who tried the case at Hopkinsville, against the L. and N. Railway Company, for failure to provide first class accommodations for Colored passengers, in commenting upon the merits of the case sald. "The principal involved in these prosecutions is whether or not a Colored man will be forced to receive a half a pound for the price of a pound, and whether a dollar in the hands of a black man is worth any less than a dollar in the hands of a white man. It is just as wrong to give a Colored man inferior transportation for the maximum fare as it would be to give him half-valued merchandise for the top price." "I mean to push these prosecutions against all the railroads in my d strict until the evil is abated, without regard to whose ox is gored. If these cases are not sufficien', I wi t indict them again." The case was decided against the Railroad by a jury that spu fifteen minutes deliberating on the case. Such men as Judge Smith are few and far between; but is a source of encouragement to a struggling race to know that occasionally some man rises up whose conception of justice and human rights leads him fearlessly to take high grounds upon constitutional rights as they relate to the black man. The outcome of that case will have a great effect, we trust, upon conditions out of which issues the treatment of Southern railroads towards their Colored patronage. COST OF HASTY ACTION It is difficult to estimate the cost of hasty action. While it is true that delays are risky, yet patience is a safeguard that will carry us over many rough places and over many perilous seas. Hastiness is dangerous at all times. It is better to be slow and sure than to be so fast as to border on recklessness. Negroes, as a rule are too hasy in reaching political conclusions. Leading men will rush to the support of candidates before knowing their views on great questions and especially as it relates to the rce. We should have clean understanding on all questions that corner us as a people. It ought not to be necessary to do so, but it is a fact well known that special consideration is given our cause. If not so, we are in most cases legislated for separate and apart from all others. In view of these facts it behooves us to be on the elect lest the leap in the dark to discover our mistake after it is to late. —Nashville, Tenn. Globe. Governor Dunne P. Who is given great credit for the new 8th I. N. G. Armory at Chicago soon to be dedicated. Governor Dunne is all right. James Osby is visiting his grandparents in Litchfield. Misses Hallie, Elise and Vera Ford, Miss Ethel Mishem and Bruce Ford were Decatur and Macon visitors Sunday. Miss America Lane, a young school teacher of Oklahoma, is visiting relatives in this city. Fred Scott and wife, of Mansdale Ohio were city visitors recently. Mrs. M. F. Clark is entertaining her niece Miss Penn, of Charleston W. Va. A "paper shower" is now on at New Hope Baptist Church. Each member and friends are supposed to give as many rolls of paper as possible and pay for the hanging. All but a few rolls have been pledged. Loyd and Granville Gaddy, of Danville have returned home after a delightful visit in this city. The young men are very popular with their old friends. They were the guests of their grand-parents Mr and Mrs. Sam Alexander. They were also accompanied by their mother Mrs. Nettie Gaddy, who is well known owing to her very talented musical abilities. Little Miss Malbe Dickey gave an excellent recital at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Thursday evening. We welcome Miss Dickey to the musical circle of our city. M. H. H. County Superintendent of of Schools E. C. PRUITT BASE BALL Union Giants vs Dawson In the 5th game of the season with Dawson last Sunday, the Giants were defeated. Cansler was not able to play, having sustained an injury and Hennington was absent, Wallace and several of the boys were not in trim, and to, Dawson is a team of fast players. The 2nd baseman was an untrained man. Poston did'good work, but was not sustained well. The score was 8 for Dawson and 4 for the Giants. It took 2 hours to play the game because there were many arguments over decisions. St. Louis tomorrow. LINCOLN, ILL. Special by Staff Correspondent LINCOLN, ILL. Special by Staff Correspondent Clifford Quisenberry for The Legislature. 28th Senatorial District, Comprising the Counties of Macon, De Witt and Logan - Democratic Ticket. Mr. Quisenberry was born and reared in Logan County. He is 36 yrs. old and is a graduate of the University of Ill., class of 1900. He is at present County Treasurer of Logan County and was elected 4 year ago, the first democrat to be elected to said office since 1890, signifying personal popularity as well as fitness for the place. He worked 7 years in in the Lincoln National bank and was signally honoree for his abilities and business tact. Mr. Quisenberrys business is that of a farmer and draft horse raiser. and he knows the needs of both the Urban and Country people. MATRIMONIAL Dan Cupid is very busy this month in the vicinity of Springfield. We are informed that he has placed two of our young people in the happy craft of Love and pushed off into the endless bliss of the Sea of Matrimony. The couple in question are Herbet Renicks and Miss Mae Yates, both residents of the southeast part of the city. Mr. and Mrs. Renicks will reside on South 18th street. We wish them a happy and untroubled voyage. Another piece of work has also been credited to him. The marriage rites of Mr. Warren of Oxford, Ohio, and Miss Pearl Anderson, formerly of this city, now residing in Nelwood, are the outcome of his plotting. We extend heartiest congratulations to the bride and groom and wish that they may always find life a continuation of their honeymoon, one long sweet song. Other folks are acting strange and we shall not be much surprised to hear of like happenings in a few days. That's right, Dan, old, boy, keep it up, for as the poets say, 'While there is love there is life, and while there is life there is hope,' and we add, "while there is hope there is ambition, and rightful ambition means glory for the race." Go it, Dan, we'll stick by you. And again has Dan been meddling And the sly little fellow led two young blissful parties to St. Louis where he tled a true lover's knot. The people in question are Mr. Robert Hennington, the well known member of the Union Giants, and Miss Irene E. Florville. Mrs. Hennington was at one time in the employ of this office. We wish them much success on the marriage diamond and may they always hold the score. What has become of Melrose Park and its promoters? Are you folks going to celebrate Labor Day with another "grand barbecue," with a handsome dancing pavilion, handsome electric illuminations, and ten-piece orchestra, and speeches by the pastors, with the candidates invited to appear for good measure? If you are, please don't advertise it, and it will be an agreeable surprise. Uncke Mose says always look for the opposite of the advertisements you see around Springfield, especially when it is an outdoor outing. Course the city editress believes Uncle Mose, seeing that they are pretty good friends, almost relations. Who said Union Picnic? This is a sad affair, is it not? "One flew east, one flew west." FOR RENT—Desk room and a room for a man or two men. Apply at 819% E. Washington street. WANTED—Men and women of good common sense. Apply at every man's door in the morning. WANTED—At once a Barber, and a man to drive wagon and handle coal and ice. Will pay good salary to right man, P. White, 216 S. Center street, Bloomington, Ill. There is quon tesion but th he will render the very best services at the capitol should he be honored with the toga he seeks. He has a large colored acquaintance, knowing practically all of the colored population, who speaks of Mr. Quisenberry in the very highest terms. The colored people receive the very best treatment at his hands and will, to a large degree, support him, if he gets the nomination, it said, on his worth, ability and fairness toward all men irrespective of color creed. His, (Mr. Quisenberry's) reputation, is the very best. Mrs. Cain and children, of Peoria, are visiting their relatives, Mr. and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Starks. A very fine musical was given at the A. M. E. church last Tuesday evening, under the auspices of the Woman's Improvement Clubs. Mrs. Arthur Stewart, of Terre Haute, Ind., is visiting her mother, and father, Mr. and Mrs. A. Perkins. Mrs. Albert Perkins is on the sick list—Rev. P. C. Cooper is O. K. So is Rev. J. W. Wesley and family. Lincoln, Fawler and several local notices will appear in big issue next week—get your matter in by Tuesday. Big Politticial meeting Tuesday night, Aug. 31, 1st ward on Monroe St between 11 and 12sts. W. H. Pollard Mgr. the best sick and accident Insurance, open to colored people, in this State. Drop in and get the inside dope. Insurance is like other business. They may be beneficial, and vice versa, according to what kind of premiums and benefits you get for your money. Central Illinois' Big Pre-Election Political Number of THE FORUM Will be out September 5th For the Benefit of Candidates, Busisnes Men and Firms Cities: Peoria, Springfield, Decatur, Lincoln, Jackson ville. On good paper to show cuts up. Parties desiring space in this Special Edition please don't procrastinate. If you don't see our representative write the Forum. Forum Office: 1224 S. Adams St. NEW PHONE O. K. BAKER, Manager Oria Socially, Financially, Religious, Industrially, Politically Peoria Socially, Financially, Religiously, Industrially, Politically GET READY FOR Springfield, Ill., Sept. 18-26 BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER Low Rates---Special Service SPECIAL SERVICE will be provided in addition to the frequent Traction Schedules. There's a train into and out of Springfield any hour. AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BLOCK SIGNALS protect you on your journey. A COOL, CLEAN, COMFORTABLE TRIP, with no smoke or cinders is assured when you ride the '.Traction." Look for 'Traction" Announcements HOTEL BROWN Convention Headquarters A Popular Hotel for Colored People Rooms by the Week or Month Sleeping Accommodation 100 Lodging 50c and 75c Dining Room in Connection F. C. BROWN, Proprietor Cor. 11th and Adams Sts. Springfield, Ill. WILLIAMS COMPANY BROKERS, LOAN AND INVESTMENT BANKERS—REAL ESTATE, MORTGAGES, STOCK AND ESTATES HANDLED—MORTGAGES BOUGHT AND SOLD LOUIS J. GAUSS M. B. Republican Candidate for County Treasurer ON SPRINGFIELD STREET CAR ROUTE. Points of Interest—Springfield's at tractions and how to reach them; tractions and how to reach them: Abraham Lincoln's Old Homestead —Corner of Eighth and Jackson streets. Take Eighth street cars at Sixth and Monroe streets. Lincoln's Monument—Oak Ridge cemetery. Take North Fifth street cars from Fifth and Monroe streets. State House—Capitol avenue and First street. Take Spring, Governor, South Second street, or Lawrence avenue car. State Arsenal—Second and Monroe streets. Take West Washington, Governor, Spring street or Lawrence avenue cars. Colored Orphans' Home—427 South Twelfth street. Take South Eleventh street cars at Fifth and Washington streets. Colored Masonic Temple—117-119 North Eighth street. Take South Eleventh or North Sixth street cars from Fifth and Monroe streets. Parks and Pleasure Resorts. Washington Park—South-west of the city. Take South Second street and Lawrence avenue cars. Reservoir Park—North-east of the city. Take North Ninth street cars. White City Park—East of the city. Take East Capitol avenue cars from Fifth and Monroe streets. State Fair Grounds—North of the city. Take North Ninth street cars. Camp Lincoln—The permanent camp grounds of the Illinois National Guard. Northwest of city. Take the Rutledge street car sfrom Fifth and Washington streets. ADJUSTMENT NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS Sangamon County ss. To Sept. Term of Circuit Court, A. D. 1914. Fannie Belle Mumphus vs. Samuel Moses Mumphus in Chancery. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Samuel Moses Mumphus 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 Samuel Moses Mumphus that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 31st day of July, A. D. 1914, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of September next, 1914, as is required by law. Now, unless you, the said Samuel Moses Mumphus 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. 1914, and plead, answer or demur to said complainants 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 pray. er of said bill. J. H. DRENNAN, Celrk. CHARLES S. GIBBS, Complaintant's Solicitor. Sangamon County 85. To Sept. Term, of Circuit Court, A. D. 1914. Tinnie McGee vs. James McGee in Chancery. Avifidav of the unknown residence of James McGee defendant above named having been filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the said County, Notice is hereby given to the said James McGee that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 31st day of July, A. D. 1914, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendnnt, returnable on the first Monday of September next, 1914, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said James McGee 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. 1914, and plead, answer or demur to said complainants bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therein charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a degree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. J. H. DRENNAN, Clerk. CHARLES S. GIBBS, Complaintant's Solicitor. HON. F. G. BLAIR. Republican Candidate for Supt. of Public Instruction. STATE OF ILLINOIS Sangamon County ss. To Sept. Term of Circult Court, A. D. 1914. Mary Brewer vs. Robert Brewer in Chancery. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Robert Brewer 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 Robt. Brewer that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 31st day of July, A. D. 1914, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of September next, 1914, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Robert Brewer 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. 1914, and plead, answer or demur to said complainants bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therein charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a degree entered against you, according to the prayer of said bill. J. H. DRENNAN, Clerk CHARLES S. GIBBS, S. GIBBS, To Sept. Term, of Circuit Court, A. D. 1914. Lottie Poston vs. Henry Poston, in Chancery. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Henry Poston, 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 Henry Poston that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 31st day of July, A. D. 1914, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of September next, 1914, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Henry Poston shall be and appear before the Sangamon County Circuit Court, on the first day of the next term there, to be holden at the Court House, in the City of Springfield, on the first Monday of September, A. D. 1914, 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. J. H. DRENNAN, Clerk. CHARLES S. GIBBS, Complainant's Solicitor. FOR STATE TREASURER CHARLES E. HOOK OF OTTAWA Candidate for Republican Nomination. Primary election Sept. 9, 1914. Qualified by training and experience. Banker 34 years. Cashier First National Bank 13 years. Assisted in conducting last two state campaigns as Republican State Central committeeman, 12th Congressional District. Mayor of Ottawa six years. Has never sought nor held state office. E. Hazel E. 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Monroe St. THE HOME CIRCLE. | Mrs. C. S. Gibbs left Thursday for Knoxville, Tenn, from there she will go to Boston asa delegate to the B. M. C. Mr. Fred Scott, formerly of Tay- lorville, now of Ohio, is visiting the city for a while. Rev. W. F. Walker has returned from conference, reporting an ex- cellent meet, he preached at Mil- dred Park for Pleasant Grove Sunday. Mrs. Eva Monroe has returned from Moline, where she attended the session of the Woman's Fed- eration of Clubs, Miss Margaret Beard entertain- ed at her home 2234 S. 6th street last Tuesday evening for Mrs. Violet Watts of Rockford. The enterta‘nment was in the form of adainty 5 course dinner, which was served to the seven guests at 8o'clock, The table appointments were dainty and the service char- ming. Mrs. J.P. Roberts of 1707 E. Capitol Ave, has returned from Greueda, Miss. where she has been visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Monroe Franxun of Greuda, Miss., is the guest ofhis sister and brother-in-law Mr, and Mrs. J. P. Roberts, 1707 E. Capitol Ave. Miss Mary Asey come home Tuesday for a two weeks visit. She has for some time past been located in Chicago. Mrs. Holly of Chicago who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. J. L. Morgan of W, Williams St. left for Chicago last Saturday, accompan- ied by Mrs. Morgan, who will vis: it for two weeks. Capt. W.D. L. Hodge, Co. H left for Kansas City for treatment ata Sanitarium. He will visit his sister there. Mrs. H. T. Bowman has filed suit for divorce and asks for ali- mony. Several allegations are set forth in the bill, Mrs, S.C. Manuel, wife of the mew pastor at Union B. Church died Wednesday and was buriec ‘Thursday, She was very ill wher she was recently brought her from Richmond, Va. Rev. Manue has the condolence of all. Messrs. W. Hickman and R. W Jackson were in Jacksonville Sun day. Clyde Jackshn, of Jacksonville was a guest thls week of Fre Moore of E. Adams St. Mrs. Zephra Willis and Mrs. B Liggins are visitors in the Wind; ity. How many of you colored peo- ple have ever gone thru the Su- preme Court Temple, the State Arsenal, (Museum,) State Library and Lincoln's home aud Tomb? CIRCLE MEMBERS ENTERTAINED. The members of the St. John A.M.E. Sewing Circle were en- tertained at an informal reception given by Misses Gladys Saunders and Amanda Wells and Messrs. C. W. Wells and William Cansler, at the residence of Miss Saunders Wednesday evening, August 26th. Those present outside of the circle members were Madams Julia Oli- ver, Ben. E. Taylor, Mrs. Smith and daughter, house guests of Mrs. Ollie Price. An appetizing lunch- eon was served and every one reports an enjoyable time. NOTICE How long are you going to let Adams-st. be torn asunder? Until after the fair, eh? Nearly every main street in Springfield needs repairs. It is time for us to go to Decatur, Peoria or some other town and see their good streets and come back home and be as- hamed of these gullies and holes of ours. GRAND LODGE U. B. F. RE-ELECTS SAME OF. FICERS WITH BUT FEW EXCEPTIONS The Grand Lodge U. B, F, and S. M. T. in session at Mound City last week elected all of the same grand officials with but few excep- tions: Grand Deputy—Mr. Lucas being succeeded by another gen- tleman. THE SOUTH AFRICAN ROYS._ | Stoppidg at EB, R. Brown's last Monday night were 5 native Afri. can boys, 4of whom could not speak English and whose ages seemed from appearnace to range from 8 to 12 years. They were very bright, intelligent looking boys dressed very neat and hav. ing almost perfect manners, They were all of different tribes and colors. Ooe was a mullato, one brown, and one between dark and brown, and the other med. dark, They looked better than the average Negro chapof Am. erica.—very intelligent, They had an interpeter who appeared to be 14 or 16 years old—knee pants on, who spoke Engtish well, these boys were in the care of, and travelling with, a Mr, Balmer (white of London, whois making Chautauquas and exhib. iting the boys to show well, they are being civilized. Mr, Balmer is under the auspices of the Geol- ogical Society of London and is being detained in this country on account of the Kuropean war, In conversation with this young Soutn African we asked him if tbe colored people varied in col- ors and be replied, 'O, yes,” ac. cent on the “yes”, as the African does, more so than here. And we said to ourselves “There now, this amalgation goes on apace wherever the Aryan race gces, and what are we going to dc about ii? By gingoes! nothing Let ‘em go,” Then we asked the young South African if the kids had parents—he replied that some of them bad, and inferred that others had parents but new not of them, We surmised then to be illigitimate especiolly th light ones, So there you are they were from Rhodesia, Cape Colony, Transval, and Orang |Free State, none had straigh | hair, however- They look-d ex ceptionally bright and and adver '|tised as wonderful Kaffir boys | There is something surpassing]; grand about the Afircan, anyway |the native African,—Editor, JACKSONVILLE (BY NELLIE EARLY) Mrs. Mary Banks entertained royally in honor of Mrs. O. P. Berry, of Springfield, who has been visiting in this city. Those present were Misses Maude Allen | and Margaret DeWitt, Mesdames J. Dunn, C. H. Freeman, J. Bra- num, M. Spencer, L .Plant, Lena Johnson, Lida Moore, F. John- son, L. L. Kennibrew, C. M. Sharp and G. Young. Mrs. Ollie Brown, of Ashland Ave. entertained at dinner Aug. 23. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. George Houston and little nieces of Springfield. Mrs. Wm. House of N. Cox St. entertained Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Houston and little nieces of Springfield, on August 23, She also entertained other friends. Eugene Wilson returned from ‘Lake Matanzas where he cook- ed for a party of campers, Among the sick and convale- cent are; Miss N. Johnson, Mrs. A. Barly, Mrs. R. Hyatt, Mrs, Shaw, James McDaniel and H. ‘Hyatt. We wish for their speedy recovery. _ Word was received from Mr, Moxley, who is in St. Louis, that he is progressing nicely. _ Mr. Cornelious Herman has ree tnrned from a pleasent trip to Hadley, where he visited James Washington. ~ Harvey Brinkman has return. ed from Ottawa. Misses Ethel and Susie Flor- ence of Chicago have returned home after a visit with Mrs, Brinkman and relatives in this city. Miss Bessie Weir and Anna Brinkman returned from Peoria. | Hore, Brown Arrivars The latest registered guests al Hotel Brown are; Ed White, Chi. cago, A. P. Cansler, Chicago, A. H. Jfhnson, Geraldine S. Hester and Horace Coleman, Philadelphia, Pa. Ernest E. King, Birmingham, Ala E. D. Hamilton, St. Louis, Mo., D. Powell, Troy Collins, Taylorville J, S. Cheek, Stiliwater, Minn., A. S. Cook, Riverton, R. Brown, H. Hammand, Canton, John Davis, Peoria, J. H. Mitchell, Chicago. ANDREW RUSSEL FOR STATE TREASURER The attention of colored vot- ers in particular, and all repub- lican voters in general, is called to the candidacy of Andrew Russel, of Jacksonville, for State Treasurer, | Mr. Russel is an honest, up- right, able man, a man of the highest type, a true republican and a man of the highest _poli- tical intergrity. In politics. as well as in pri- vate life, he has an unimpeach- able record, not one just adverse word can be heard against him he is a business man, a great citizen who believes in accord: ing to worthy men, equal treat- ment and courtesies. In endorsing Mr. Russel through this papaer, we do sc with pleasure and in sincerity. Russel for State Tréasurer— everybody out for Russel, 4 sriendlier and a kindlier man, jIllinois does not possess. State House News Mr, 8. H, Boykin, of the state library, has been on the sick list, but is back at his desk Wm, Fisch, of the printer ex. pert's; flice is on his vacation, he is expected to return Monday, More colored persons should visit the State Library and the other educating places. COUNTY TEACHERS IN. STITUTE OF SANGAMON COUNTY. The annual Teachers’ Institute was held in representative hall all of this week, And is one ot the greatest educational influen- ces possible. Able addresses were made by able men. There were 500 teachers in attendance: Next year Co. Supt, Pruitt in. tends to have a tri county teach. ers meet and have a thousand in attendance, REISCH BREWERY CO. SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS. Keg and Bottle Beer unsur- passed for health and strength. Their Bock Beer has a high repu- tation. Reisch’s Gold Top ranks among the best in the country. Prompt deliveries and ship. ments made. Order direct from the brewery. THE FREEMAN FLATS “ (Newly Completed) 100 Jackson St—New phone 2184-B, 2234 N. Washington St., Rear. —New phone 2382, Electric Lights, Heat and Baths Peoria, Tlinois. Edward Baumann. C. T. Baumann Baumann Bros. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Deutsche Apotheke) Your Patronage Solicited Corner 7th and Washington Sts. fe are the largest Importers ani We the I I id manufacturers of colored .people’s hair. We guarantee perfect satisfac tion or money refunded. This hair Is positively superior to any on ‘the mar- ket, and will stand combing and wash- ing the same as your own. We sell hair by the pound; hair nets, tollet articles and straightening combe at wholesale prices. Agents wanted. ‘Send two cent stamp for Illustrated aoe ‘on hair at once, Humania Hair Co. Dept. 76. 23 Duane St. lew York. Promipt Service, Day or ‘Night Moderate Charges F, W. 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CAMERA CYCLE COMPANY CHICAGO, ILL. AMERICAN CLEANERS. Cleaning, Dyeing and Repairing— All Work Guaranteed—French Dry Cleaning of Ladies’ and Gents’ Cloth. Ing—Goode Called for and Delivered —Prices Reasonable, ©, P. BERRY, Prop. Old Phone 3632, 1808 E. Monroe St, Bell Phone 2156. Office hours, 9 to 12 am., 2 to 5 p. m., 7 to 8 p. m. DR.N. B. FORD Physician and Surgeon. Special Attention Given Diseases of Women, Children and General ‘Surgery. Room 1, Northwest Corner Seventh and Adams Streets, SPRINGFIELD, ILL. “The Road of Good Service” ‘Time Table. Inurno1s TRACTION Effective June 10, 1913. Subject to change without notice. Trains leave Illinois Traction Sys- tem station, corner Monroe and Ninth streets, Springfield, as follows: NORTHWARD. For Lincoln, Peoria, Bloomington and intermediate points. t11:15 PM $4:15 A.M. *10:55A.M. *94:55 P.M *@:50A.M, °*12:565P.M. °7:05 P.M °8:55 A.M. *2:55P.M, °9:00 P.M $8t. Louls-Peoria Sleeper and Lim ited, *Limiteds make local stops. tLocal to Lincoln. **Parlor car Limiteds for Peorla; no local stops. | For Carlinville, Hillsboro, St, Louis and intermediate points. W ABODY> . bo Pe Republican Candidate for County Clerk, Decatur, Macon County, Illinois MR PEABODY was born and reared in Christian County and has been| aconsistent republican, He served as County Treasurer of Christian County! and made a good record. He is well known and well liked by those who) Know him, and will make a good Clerk. He has a pleasing disposition and) treats everybody with equal cordiality. He is Street Commissioner now and’ avote for him will be right. He is well known and liked by the colored| voters and has their best regards. $2:25 A.M. 9:30AM. 5:06 P.M "5:00AM. *11:05 A.M. 6:05 P.M $0:00A'M. = *1:05P.M. 97:15 P.M *T05AM. 2:05 P.M. 9:00 P.M 7:30AM. *3:05 P.M. 11:00 P.M. 7:30AM, *3:05 P.M. §11:00 P.M. *9-05 A M. 2:20 P.M. ss f REAL ESTATE FOR SALE QR TRADE—EXCHANGES A | SPECIALTY—FARMS, INCOME PROPERTY AND MER- 7 CHANDISE throughout the United States and Canada, Now, if you have anything to sell and it has a value, | remember I make it a Business of Selling Any- thing with Market Value, large or small, far or near. See Me. JAMES B. OSBY. 217 1-2 South Fifth St. Springfield, Til. ‘Tel. 7218 ae ae ewes Se car attached for Limited passengers. *Limited. To Carlinville only. Limited through to St. Louis. St. Louis Parlor Cars leave 7:05 @, m, 11:05 a m, and 6:05 p.m. BASTWARD. For Decatur, Champaign, Danville ‘and intermediate points. 5:00 A.M, #1:00 P.M. *6:30 A.M. *3:00 P.M 8:00 A.M. 4:00 P.M 9:00 A.M. *6:10 PM. 10:00 A.M. 6:05 P.M 11:00 AM. 97:10 PM 12:01 A.M. 9:10 P.M, 11:15 P.M, SOUTHWARD. Parlor cars for Deort:r and Dan- ville leave 9:00 a, m. and 5:10 p, my Enterprise Bank Pantatorium REPAIRING NEATLY DONE. ‘ WORK CALLED FOR AND DELIVERED. CLEANING, PRESSING, DYEING AND TAILORING LADIES’ GARMENTS A SPECIALTY. J. E. BUSH, Proprietor Old Phone 1080 East Washington Bt. Office Phone 717: A. Morris Williams Attorney at Law. 109 South Eleventh St., Springfield, tI. Dunbar books, Dunbar books, Dun- bar books, at The Forum office and J. P, Roberts’ shoe store. All tthe best papers on sale at Roberts’ shoe store. UNION GIANTS’ Base Ball Club Own their own baseball park at 18th and Moffit avenue. Larger seating capacity. Grand stand covered, Games every Sunday and holidays. ©. C. Renfro, president. /W. E. Mitchell, manager. For. games and other informa. tion, write W. EB. Mitchell, 214 N. llth St., Springfield, Tl. Let us have your Printing Prices right :