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(Single Copy, 5c. 6 Months, 80e) SPRINGFIELD AND PEORIA, ILLINOIS, SATURDAY, DEC. 4, 1915. ($1.50 per Year in Advance Published Weekly in Springfield and Peoria Historical Society State House THE VOL. 11. NO. 43 (Single Copy, 5e. 6 Months, 80e) SPRI Published W VOL.11. NO.43 JOHN H. HARRIS SHERMAN GAINING POPULARITY United States Senator L. Y. Sherman who has covered 22 states, is fast gaining popularity as a republican candidate for president. It is being more clearly seen that a western man with progressive proclivities, must be chosen in order to get the support from the rank and file republicans of the nation. Sherman is proving to be the man on whom we all can rely. The Southern brothers are urged to support Sherman. It now looks like Sherman will be the high man at the Convention. JOE CAMPBELL CONVICTED JOE CAMPBELL CONVICTED Joe Campbell, who is serving a term in the Joliet penitentiary, and who was accused of the death of the Warden's wife, Mrs. Allen, was convicted by a jury of Will Co. men this week. The trial consumed several weeks and the evidence adduced, seemed very poor to hang a man on, but Joe seemed to be the easiest person on whom to hinge the crime therefore he must suffer the penalty. We are of the opinion that few persons believe Campbell killed Mrs. Allan or contributed to her death. The general belief is that it was an accident or some one higher up did it. At least a number of persons are of this opinion. Camybell had able counsel, but it seems that he had a very poor set of men to weigh the evidence. However, it is not for us to judge, we can only state our opinion as it appears to us, afar off—but time will tell, though it will not bring back a life unless he gets a new trial and a fair trial. DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON The thousands of telegrams and speeches that filled the air at Tuskegee, Ala., laudatory of Dr. Booker T. Washington, are and ought to be, an inspiration to every colored youth in America and the world, and, not only Negroes, but an inspiration to everybody, regardless of race, color or nationality. He lived a life of usefulness and wrought mightily in a few brief years. History will place him along-side with the world's greatest men. May his life and works radiate to every home in the land and may the great work for which he gave the last full measure of devotion, never be checked or retarded. ```markdown ``` "Be Ye Doers and not Sayers only." SPRINGFIELD AND PEORIA, ILLINOIS, SATURDAY, DEC. 4. Weekly in Springfield SHERMAN CLUB HAS ROUSING MEETING At a regular meeting of the Sherman Club, Tuesday evening, Nov. 23, a large and enthusiastic meeting was held. About fifty members were reported by the membership committee and the following resolutions were presented by Rennick Vires and adopted: Whereas, the State of Illinois has, in the person of Hon. L. Y. Sherman, and the Republican party, a most able exponent, a man who is equal to every emergency, a fearless and experienced statesman, scholar and diplomat, as a candidate for President of the United States and a man in our opinion fully capable of meeting and mastering the complex questions now before the nation, Therefore, be it resolved by the colored Sherman Republican Club that we most heartily endorse the candidacy of the said L. Y. Sherman for President of the United States and, Whereas, it is the consensus of opinion that there is no question but that Sherman is the most able available man now considered, and in offering him to the colored voters of the entire country, we have no apology to make for his record stands out in bold relief, unscarred and unblemished. Be it further resolved, that, as a republican, he is staunch and fearless, and as an American he is courageous and patriotic—a type of Abraham Lincoln, both in appearance and Statesmanship. In advising the colored people to support Sherman we assure them that in him we have a second great commoner, in whose wisdom and judgement, the destiny of this great republic and the principles of Lincoln, Grant, Logan, Sumner, Yates, McKinley and rest, who labored and died to save the Nation, rest secure and tranquil. Be it also resolved, that we realize that this country now faces a graver crisis than she has ever before faced since 1860, when the nation was torn assunder at the behest of Jefferson Davis and his cohorts who attempted to secede 11 states from the Union plunging us into a great civil war, the equal of which has not been recorded in history. In reviewing the panoramic scenes of the last fifty years, we find the Negro has played a conspicuous part in choosing and electing the repubublican Presidents of the Nation, and he yet has that power and privileged. Therefore be it resolved, that we, the officers and members of this club, collectively and singly, pledge ourselves to go forth like Spartans to war, to do all in our power in the furtherance of Senator Sherman's candidacy for nomination at the convention and election in Nov. 1916. G. A. Barksdale, Pres. E. L. Rogers, Sec'y. Rennick Vires, Treas. GIBBS TENDERS BANOUET TO FRIENDS Atty. C. S. Gibbs tendered a coon and o'possum banquet to 14 of his friends at Hotel Brown last Thursday evening. A long table at which the guests sat was replete with viands, tempting to the eye. The coon and o'possum were surrounded by sweet potatoes and, after the affair was over, there was nothing left to tell the story. All praised Gibbs in the highest, G. A. Barksdale made a talk laudatory of the host, praise was also given the lady manager of the cafe. Read Our Advertisements --- ($1.50 per Year in Advance 20 Cents per Month) and Peoria Best and Most for Your Pay-Day Money High Grade Groceries Prompt Service 50 lb. Sack Dip- Iomat Flour - $1.45 100 lb. Sack Hen Scratch - $1.75 LARD, No. 3 pails 38c; No. 5 pails 60c; No. 10 pails $1.15 50 lb. can $5.75 5 lbs. New Rolled Oats ... 25c 5 lbs. Flaked Houn- iny ... 25c 3 lbs. Large Rice ... 25c 3 packages Pancake Flour ... 25c COFFEE Arbuckles ... 15c American Cup ... 27c Wilson ... 27c 5 ¼ pounds good Coffee $1.00 3 boxes Matches ... 10c 4 lbs. Soap Chips ... 25c 3 lbs. Ginger Snaps ... 25c 3 loaves Bread ... 10c New Mixed Nuts, lb ... 18c 2 for ... 35c Mince Meat, lb ... 10c English Walnuts, lb ... 20c Bacon, Sugar Cured by side or half, lb ... 17½C Hams, Sugar Cured per Pound ... 18½C We are in no way connected with our former store at Fourth and Monroe Sts. NEW YORK GROCERY & PRODUCE CO. WE DELIVER 706-708 E. Washington St. Bell Phone 631; New 531 The Store of the Christmas Spirit Lochman Bros. 210 SOUTH SIXTH ST., SPRINGFIELD, ILL. The finest line of Jewelry in Central Illinois awaits your inspection at this store of great values and low prices. Watches Ladies, fine Gold filled Watch Bracelets, warranted, up from $5.00 Ladies' 20-year Gold filled case jeweled movement $7.50 Ladies' Elgin movement in 20-year gold filled case $10.00 Ladies, 14 K solid gold case fitted with fine movement $17.00 Men's 17 Jewel Elgin movement, warranted 20 year, gold filled case—Special $10.50 Men's 20-year gold filled case, 12 size, 17 Jewel Illinois $15.00 Men's 14 K. solid gold case, 17 jewel, Elgin; special $20.00 Men's 20-year gold filled case, fine movement $6.50 Ivory Toilet Articles Comb, Brush and Mirror Set, large size, silk lined case $3.50 Nail Files and other manicure articles, 50c and 2 c Jewel Boxes in French Ivory Ivory Picure Frames $1.00 Large Ivory Toilet and Manicure Set. $6.50 Ivory Travelling Set, fine leather case, $2.50, $5.00 and $7.50 Ivory Clocks for Dresser $1.00 Ivory Mirrors, large size $1.50 Solid Gold Jewelry Ladies' Diamond Rings, up from $5.00, $6.50 $7.50 and Men's Diamond Rings, up from $9.00, $12.50 and Diamond Scarf Pins $3.50 Solid Gold Set Rings, set ruby or sapphire $1.50 Solid Gold Link Buttons, up from Solid Gold LaVallier, set with full cut Diamond, with chain $4.50 Solid Gold La Valliers with chain set with ruby or pearl $1.75 Gold Filled Jewelry Gold Filled Brooches, up from 50c Gold Filled Hat Pins, pair 50c Gold filled Scarf Pins, up from 50c Ladies' Metal Fobs, up from $1.25 Men's Gold Filled Fobs, up from Gold Filled or Stirling Friendship Links 25c Beauty Pin Link Buttons, special design. 50c Dorine Boxes, Silver with enamel tops, 10c, 75c and $1.50 Tatting Shuttles, silver or ivory 50c CHRISTMAS EDITION OF THE FORUM OUT DECEMBER 19TH. 1915 Published every Saturday at 819 12- E. 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SATURDAY, DEC. 4, 1915 Roosevelt Grieved at Death of Was' ington Colonel Theodore Roosevelt made the following statement on the death of Booker T. Washington: "I am deeply shocked and grieved at the death of Dr. Booker T. Washington. He was one of the distinguished citizens of the United States, a man who rendered greater service to his own race than ever had been rendered by any one else and who, in so doing, also rendered great service to the entire country. I mourn his death and feel that one of the most useful citizens of our land has gone." The Lincoln of the Negroes There is analogy between the lives of Abraham Lincoln and Booker T. Washington. Both rose from poverty and ignorance to greatness. Both overcame tremendous—apparently insurmountable obstacles. Both devoted their lives to the betterment of humanity. Both died poor in worldly goods but rich in achievement. Washington was born a slave. He did not even have a name. He was of a despised race. Millions of men with immensely better opportunities complain of their lot and die obscurely. He started out with the intention of doing big things. He had a purpose, even when a boy of fourteen. He knew education was the first requirement. He acquired it by hard work and tireless zeal. The great need of his newly liberated race was education, and he set about providing it. He founded an institute. It was established in hen houses. He lived to see it housed in buildings worth $2,000,000. His life will stand for generations as an inspiration to negro youths. -News Record Booker T. Washington was one of the most striking of the contradictions with which mother Nature frequently gives pause to the investigations of scientists who endeavor to solve her secrets. Born in Slavery and reared in poverty. Washington's development as a man of wonderful intellect, force of character and ability to accomplish great things is a remarkable study. He smashed a score of seemingly impregnable barriers to the success of the black man and made for himself a name that is imperishable. Washington won against double odds. He had to combat prejudice among members of his own race. Negroes, even more than whites, doubted the wisdom of his plans for their betterment. His monument the institution which he founded, represents a triumph over what Washington must have felt, at one time were the limitations on his race. Illinois State Journal LINCOLN, ILL. Special by Staff Correspondent The 2nd, Baptist Church is still pressing forward. The Corner Stone was laid Sunday the 5th. There was a very large attendance. $68.70 was raised for that day. The societies are keeping busy. Another club was organized, namely, the Boosters club. Miss Tillie Gatewood is still in the hospital and seems to be about the same. Miss Tillie Duncan who has been in the hospital for several months is improving. Mrs. Ida Hummer is on the sick list. Mrs. Nannie Forman is gradually improving. Mrs. Lillian Ross was called to the bed of her sick father in Grandview, Ind. Rev. P. W. Fields was in Decatur a few days ago assisting Rev. J. A. Crockette in a series of Meetings, during the five nights he was there, fifteen were added to the church. Seemingly that the Almighty has made Rev. P. W. Fields a soul winner. The Baptist No. 2. hope to get there new edifice enclosed before Xmas. Mrs. A. Fields is very interested in all Societies of the Church. Furnished Rooms 206 N. 14 St. Mrs. J. M. Thomas, Prop. OPENS NEW CAFE Miss Lee Ethel Vaughn, of Streator, Ill. now proprietress of the Brown Hotel dining room 11 & Adams Sts; solicits the patronage of the public. Special attention given to parties, banquets and receptions. Meals at regular hours. Everything neat and sanitary. Sunday dinners a specialty. Home Cooking by Mr. Rennick Vires, experienced chef. BARBER SHOP When you are in Peoria make a visit to I. W. WOODSON'S SHOP Opp. City Hall 422 Fulton St. DR. WASHINGTON'S FUNERAL DR. WASHINGTON'S FUNERAL The funeral of Dr. B. T. Washington was held Wednesday, Nov. 17, 1915, a day long to be remembered at Tuskegee. The services were simple, by the Episcopal rites. It is said fully 8,000 persons were at the funeral. A move has been started in the South whose object is to raise $100,000 towards a suitable monument to mark the last resting place of the fallen hero. BARGAINS IN Shoes EDWIN CLA Out of High Rent District. I can save you 25 per cent on your shoe bill. A full line of Men's and Boys latest styles or shoes. I guarantee all shoes. We do Repair Work. I give Bank Certificates C. C. STOUT Cor. 6th & Monroe Sts Under Drug Store SALOON 1326 South 11th St. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. The LODGE LUNCH ROOM and HOME BAKERY, Moved 242 W. MAIN to 116 SO. FRANKLIN ST. Home Made Pies and Home Cooking A SPECIALTY Mrs. L. H. Warfield, Prop. DECATUR, ILL. ST. LUKE'S (EPISCOPAL) South Grand and Loveland Aves. Rev. FatherJ. H. Simons, Rector SERVICES 7 A. M. Holy Eucharist. Every Sunday except 1st. Sunday. 11 A. M. Matins and Sermon. 12:20 P. M. Sunday School. 8 P. M. Evensong and Sermon Ed. Carter's Saloon Mr. Edward Carter conducts one of the best stocked and best run and conducted places by a colored man, we have seen. The place is well located and near the Wabash Depot. He is quite courteous to all and his place has a large patronage. It is also headquarters for all of the travelers who partake of such as are kept in saloons. He carries a complete line of the choicest wines, liquors, keg and bottled goods also Cigars. FORFURTHERORDERSORINFORMATIONADDRESS. Bell Phone 2156. Office hours, 9 to 12 a.m., 2 to 5 p. m., 7 to 8 p. m. DR. N. B. FORD Special Attention Given Diseases of Women, Children and General Surgery. Room 1, Northwest Corner Seventh and Adams Streets, SPRINGFIELD, ILL. THE FREEMAN FLATS (Newly Completed) 100 Jackson St.—New phone 2184-B. 2231/2 N. Washington St., Rear. —New phone 2382. Electric Lights, Heat and Baths Peoria, Illinois. DENTIST Dr. J. H. Mitchell 713% E. WASHINGTON STREET Springfield, Ill. Hours: 9 to 12 m., 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays by appointment TELEPHONES: OFFICE 3329 RESIDENCE 1706 DR. H. A. CESS, Chiropodist ROOM 212, Second Floor 321 Main St. Peoria, Ill When in Lincoln always stop at Hardin & Bernard's Palace. The finest in Lincoln. Absolutely sanitary. Leesey's beer on tap. cold. Finest of wines, liquors and cigars, imported and home made. A strictly first class place. 200 Chicago Street. The very best courtesies to all. A few doors, from Interurban station, Cor. Chicago and Pulaski Streets. N. DYER'S Restaurant 122 Oak St. Champaign, Ill. Home Cooking . Best Service. Call when in Champaign. 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. THERE ARE NONE BETTER THAN THE BEST THERE ARE SOME BETTER THAN THE REST FOR QUALITY Stag 5¢ MORE CIGAR HAIR DRESSER Mrs. Beile Bass, Danville, Ill 1001 E Chandler St. SPECIAL TREATEMENT given in the Madame Walker system of HAIR AND SCALP TREATMENT Mrs. Bass has taken a thorough course and received a certificate or diploma. This treatment not only develops the hair growth and improves its looks im- mensely, but serves as a tonic. A Trial is Proof of Its MERITS Prompt Service, Day or Night Moderate Charges F. W. ERXLEBEN UNDERTAKER Funeral Director and Professional Embalmer 1119-1121 South Adams St. Both Phones, Main 1962 Peoria, Ill. OFFICE HOURS 8:30 10:30 A.M. 2:00 4:00 P.M. 7.00 8:30 P.M. SUNDAY 8:00-9:30 A.M. 2:00 3:30 P.M. OFFICE AND RESIDENCE 110 LINCOLN AVE. PHONE MAIN 3390 S. A. ASKEW, M. D. MEDICINE AND SURGERY PEORIA, ILL. REISCH BREWERY CO. SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS. Keg and Bottle Beer unsurpassed for health and strength. Their Bock Beer has a high reputation. Reisch's Gold Top ranks among the best in the country. Prompt deliveries and shipments made. Order direct from the brewery. Any one desiring to get an ad in the Freeman, the Age or Chicago Defender may do so by calling on or writing E. L. ROGERS, Agent for all Papers 819½ EAST WASHINGTON ST. Bell Tel. 2720 Notice! Short resolutions containing less than 50 lines will cost 6c per line; 50 lines and over $5.00 and up; card of thanks will cost 50c and up; obituaries will cost $1.00 and up; all announcements of businesses and matter not considered "news" will cost 1c a word. Please take notice and govern yourselves accordingly. 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. Send Your Orders for Printing to the HUB PRINTE INTERY HUB PRINTERY R PRICES PROMPT DELIVERY Largest Printing Office in Illinois Operated by Negroes MRS. JAS. W. GRA Prop. and Cashier 4 'Chair Imperial Barber S MANICURING A SPECIALTY 821 East Washington Street Springfield BARBERS: Horace Stone, Lloyd C. Jones, G. A. Barksdal W. GRADY d Cashier Special Barber Shop A SPECIALTY Springfield, Illinois d C. Jones, G. A. Barkdale, Mgr. 4 Chair Imperial Barber Shop MANICURING A SPECIALTY 821 East Washington Street Springfield, Illinois BARBERS: Horace Stone, Lloyd C. Jones, G, A. Barksdale, Mgr. The Palace Barber Shop Satisfaction Guaranteed in Connection. Springfield, Illinois Hot and Cold Baths. Satisfaction Guar Billiard Room in Connection. 815 E. Washington St. Springfield, A WELL-COOKED DIN is assured if you use Range. You don't dou a minute that a Gas Ran would save you a lot of work but do you know that it is cheaper to cook with Gas than any other fuel? $18.50 up A WELL-COOKED DINNER is assured if you use a Gas Range. You don't doubt for a minute that a Gas Range would save you a lot of work, but do you know that it is cheaper to cook with Gas than any other fuel? ```markdown ``` Shall we send a representative or a booklet? A postal will bring either Springfield Gas and Electric 4th and Monroe Sts. Springfield Gas and Electric Co. 4th and Monroe Sts. Edward Baumann. C. T. Baumann Baumann Bros. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Deutsche Apotheke) Your Patronage Solicited Corner 7th and Washington Sts. Chas. S. Gibbs ATTORNEY AT LAW AND NOTARY PUBLIC. Old Phone, 1963. Office: 723 East Washington Street Bell Phone 2322 B. G. CLANTON Attorney at Law Legal Business Carefully Attended To. 11th and Washington Sts. Enterprise Bank Bldg. MILLINERY Fall and Winter Stock IN LATEST STYLES AND DESIGNS TOILET ARTICLES American Hair Grower for Sale The Best, the Cheapest. Call and Inspect 206 North 14th St. POPULAR PRICES 105 S. Eleventh St. Electric and Hand Massage L. F. OSBORNE PROPRIETOR PHONE 6158 Hair Cutting, Shaving, Massaging, Shampooing and Bleaching—Electric Massages a Specialty. Easy Payments Shall we send a representative or a booklet? A postal will bring either Springfield Hot and Cold Baths PETER H. English Walnuts, per lb 19c Golden Age Flour, per sack $1.65 Cranberries, 3 quarts 25c Peanut Butter, per lb. 15c 10 bars Lenox Soap 30c 10 bars Oval Green Soap. 30c Snider's Pork and Beans, 3 cans. 25c Mince Meat, 3 jars. 25c Snow White Flour, per Sack. $1.75 Aristos, Pillsbury Flour. $1.70 Seal of Minnesota Flour. $1.75 Gold Medal Flour. $1.70 25 lb. Sugar, Finest H. & E. with order 1.55 Potatoes, finest white for winter keeping 85c per bu. We advise all our friends and patrons to buy potatoes now as potatoes will go up to $1.25 a bu. by next week. Buy your Coffee here as we have the most complete line of Coffees in Springfield. For STYLISH FALL FROCKS of contrasting ma- terials easily made at home from the New November McCall Patterns Fashion changes for the Fall and Winter are numer- ous. Last Winter's fashions are not this season's styles —the new McCall Book of Fashions (FALL QUARTERLY) NOW ON SALE Smart Afternoon Style McCall Patterns No. 6827. We are showing many other att ractive designs is authority on new styles. Profusely illustrated in color Attractive Model McCall Patterns No. 9495- 8790. One of the many new styles for November. R. F. Herndon & Co. Springfield, Illinois Hartwell's Leading Jewelry House of Central Ill. LARGEST STOCK LOWEST PRICES Watches, Diamonds, Jewelry, Solid and Silver Plated Ware, Clocks, Leather Goods, White Ivory, Umbrellas, Cut Glass and Fine China. POPULAR PRICES We are giving discounts of 10 to 30 per cent on all goods. We bought the well known Pierik stock at a heavy discount and are giving you the benefit. HARTWELL SUCCESSOR TO PIERICK'S. 216 SOUTH SIXTH STREET Bacon, by side, per lb..... 190 Pork Steak, per lb..... 15c Pork Chops, per lb..... 18c Pork Shoulder, per lb..... 15c Pure Lard, per lb..... 121c We handle a better grade of Meat than you can buy down town. Corn, Peas, Tamatoes, 2 for..... 15c All 5c Laundry Soap, 6 for..... 25c Pet Milk, 5 cans for..... 24c All other brands the same Tomato Soup, 3 cans..... 25c Nevy Beans, 3 lb. for..... 25c Lemons, per doz..... 20c Blackberries, new, 2 cans..... 25c Salt, 3, Sacks..... 10c Pancake Flour, 3 for..... 25c Buckwheat Flour, 3 for..... 25c We Deliver to all parts of the City CLARK'S TAILOR SHOP We can dress you up. Your money don't have to be flourishing. We will dress you up from $5.00 to $40.00 PHONE 7919 812 E. MONROE ST. GREAT FALL SALE AT PHILLIPS BARGAIN STORE The newest Fall Styles in Ladies', Men's and Children's Clothing will be placed on Sale special for Saturday at the lowest prices ever before advertised in Springfield. LADIES HIGH-CLASS FALL SUITS Running from $25 to $45 a Suit, special at this sale $9.75, $12.98, $14.95 Women's Silk Dresses, actually worth $12 and $18, sale price $4.98, $5.69 NEW FALL AND WINTER COATS We have just received a large shipment of Ladies' Coats in Plush, Astrakham and mixtures, short and long Coats values up to $22, sale price $3.98, $6.50 and $9.50 Milinery Headquarters at Phillips We bought the entire stock of the biggest St. Louis, Manufacturing place. These Hats are regular sellers at from $5 to $15, including Zibeline, Plush, Lyon Silk, Velvets, newest shapes, different kinds of trimming and styles. We will place these hats at this sale at 98c, $1.69, $1.98 and $3.50 NEW FALL SKIRTS We have a large assortment of Ladies' new Fall style Skirts values up to $10, sale price $1.98 and $2.98 We have a large assortment of the very best and latest styles of Furs. Sets of furs that you pay elsewhere $25 and $30 for, our sale price $6.98 and $9.50 We have a beautiful line of Men's Suits, regular price of $15 and $20 Suits, sale price $9.50 and $12.50 Men's Trousers, a big line, Tailor made, values up to $6.50, sale price $1.50, $2.50 and $2.98 MEN'S SHOES We have a special big line of Men's Shoes at the lowest prices in the city. Shoes you have been paying $2.50 for you get at this sale for $1.48 $4 and $5 Shoes at $1.98 and $2.48 PHILLIPS' BARGAIN STORE 121 SOUTH SEVENTH ST SHOE SHOP J. W. Green, 406 N. Adams St., Peoria, Ill., the premier Shoe Repairer and Shoemaker, is the man to see when your Shoes need doctoring. If you will only let Green be your doctor, you need not buy a pair of shoes until next November. Let Green, 406 North Adams Street' do your work. Subscribe For The Forum Our Telephone Number now is Bell 2720 Office—7181 E. Washington St PAY DAY SALE! $1.65—FLOUR—$1.65 Snow White, Aristos, Zephyr, Enterprise Golden Age and Pillsbury Best..... $1.65 Diplomat..... $1.55 Critic..... $1.20 Sugar 25 lb. Sack H. & E., with order $1.55 Potatoes, 75c bu., one bu. to each order Special on Canned Goods 2 cans Kraut No. 3..... 15c 2 cans Pork and Beans No. 3..... 15c 2 cans Kidney Beans No. 2..... 15c 2 cans Peas No. 2..... 15c 2 cans Corn No. 2..... 15c 3 cans Hominy No. 3..... 25c 3 cans Pumpkin No. 3..... 25c 3 cans Tomatoes..... 25c Salt, 3 Sacks for..... 10c Matches, 3 boxes for..... 10c E. G. Stove Polish, 3 boxes..... 25c Beans Navy, Kidney and Lima, 3 lbs..... 25c Coffee Bell, Bunny, Old Reliable, English Breakfast, Veri- best, Beverly Club..... 28c Bulk Coffee from 10c lb. to..... 45c Sauer Kraut, quart..... 5c Pickles, Dills, Sweet, Sour, each 1c Brooms, 25c up to..... 50c Meat Specials Lard, guaranteed pure..... 12½c Compound Lard, lb..... 10c Armour Breakfast Bacon, side or half side, lb..... 18c Soap and Soap Powder 10 bars Lenox Soap..... 30c 10 bars Sail Soap..... 25c 10 bars R. N. More Soap..... 35c 10 bars Swift's White Soap..... 35c 6 pks' G. M. Wash Powder..... 25c 6 pks. R. N. More Wash Powder 25c 6 pks. R. N. More Soap Chips 25c 3 cans Japo Cleanser..... 10c Milk Veribest, Beauty, Fox River, Car- nation, Honey Bee, 3 large..... 25c 6 small..... 25c Home Made country Pork Sausage, lb..... 17c Veal Steak, lb..... 25c Veal Chops, lb..... 20c Veal Stew, lb..... 12½c English Mutton Chop, lb..... 20c Mutton Stew, lb..... 12½c Chuck Steak, lb..... 15c Chuck Roast, lb..... 14c Round, Loin, Porter House Steak, lb..... 22c Boiling Beef, lb. 10c and..... 12½c Good Fresh Oleomargarine, lb. 25c Tub Butter, nice and sweet, lb. 30c NORTH SIDE GROCERY&MEAT MARKET Bell 2568 Ninth and Reynolds Ave .Interstate 380 WE DELIVER TO ANY PART OF THE CITY PUBLIC STENOGRAPHY WORK DONE AT THE FORUM OFFICE Work Typewritten in first class *order. Circular Letters Written The Best workmanship. Guarantee Satisfactory work. E. L. Rogers, 713% E. Wash. St. FOR SALE Colored Womag's Magacine of Topeka, Kan. The Crisis, New York. The Defender, Chicago. The Age, New York. The Freeman, Indianapolis. The Guardian, Boston. The Planet, Richmond, Va. 713 1-2 E. WASHINGTON ST. --- "THE QUALITY SHOP" Christmas Suggestions This is, in every sense, a man's store. We have leaned to know, by time and experience, just what most men want. We have gathered an array of Christmas gifts superior to any we have ever had. Shirts, $1.00 to $7.50 Bath Robes and Lounging Robes $3 to $20. Night Shirts, 50c to $5 Holiday Gloves, 50c to $10 Holiday Hats $3 to $10 Fur and Seal Caps, $2 to $20 Golf Caps, 50c to $1.50 Boys' Fur Caps, $1 to $1.50 Pajamas, $1 to $5 Ladies' Silk Hose, $1 Men's Half Hose, 25c to $1.50 Leather Novelties, 25c to $10 Men's Jewelry, 25c to $6 Fine Canes, 50c to $7 Fancy Vests $2.50 to $10 JOHN Hatter and JOHN LUTHER er and Habero JOHN LUTZ Hatter and Haberdasher The funeral was held at St. Paul A. M. E. church Wednesday. Nov. 24. As survivors she leaves her mother Mrs. Armanda Nelson, four sisters, Miss Luceja Nelson, Mrs. Salona Patterson of Chicago, Mrs. Virgie Cumming of Decatur and Mrs. Jessie Payne of this city; one aunt, Mrs. Mary Fry, and two uncles, Robert and John Fry, all of this city, and many other relatives and friends. Editor Julius Taylor of Chicago was in the city this week on business. Mr. William Blackwell, who was accidently shot a few months ago, is slowly improving. Anderson, the speeding autoist, who ran over the Barksdale children recently, had a hearing in court this week and was bound over to the grand jury under $2,000 bail, not having a bondsman he was remanded to jail. The Legislature has taken a recess until February or further notice. Get in the Xmas Forum, Dec. 18. Mrs. M. J. Waldron is on the sick list. Mrs. James Marshall who has been ill at her home for several weeks is able to be about again. Mr. John English and wife and son Marshall and little daughter Cody who have been visiting at the home of his brother Mr. Ben English and family have returned to their home in Cecilia Ky. Mr. and Mrs. James Graves spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Galbreth. Mrs. John Townley of Springfield was the guest of her sister Mrs. James Marshall Sunday. There will be a box supper given at the St. Pauls M. E. church Saturday evening. Miss Edith Almer English is visiting at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Ben H. English. Miss English will leave the latter part of the month for New Orleans La. to attend Flint Medical College of New Orleans University --- --- 204 S. 6th St. PERSONALS Mrs. D. O. Yates, who was here attending Mrs. Maggie Neal, has returned to her home, Charleston, Ill. Bruce Ford has returned to Meharry Dental College. Mrs. Della a Grady was indisposed a part of last week. Mr. Wilson and wife from Webster Grove Mo. are in the city stopping at Mr. G. W. Jones of N. 15th St. Mr. Bruce Ford spent Thanksgiving and a few days in the city from Nashville, where he is attending School. Mr. R. H. Oliphant, of Decatur, was in the city last week, on business. The Sherman republican Club has, already, about 50 or 60 members. The club purposes by Jan. 1st. to have an enrollment of 200 names on the roster. Officer Amos Duncan was recently called to Washington, D. C., to attend the funeral of a brother, who was burned to death in a fire. A splendid program was held at Pleasant Grove Baptist church Thursday evening, (Thanksgiving Day). All the churches, (col.) served Thanksgiving dinners. Congressman L. E. Wheeler and wife left, last Sunday for Washington, D. C. United States Senator L. Y. Sherman who has made an extensive campaipn left last week for Washington to resume his duties at the National Capital. Married, Wed, Nov. 24 at the Grace M. E. Church parsonage Rev. w. F. Walker officiating, Mr. J. C. Houston, E. Ash St. and Miss Marguriet Grimett, of Missouri. Mrs. Fannie Watkins 1023 So. 17th St. who has been ill for several months, died Tuesday Nov. 30 at St. John's hospital of a complication of diseases. Funeral was held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Thursday afternoon, Dec. 2nd., Rev. J. J. Chappelle officiating. Burial was at Oakridge Cemetery. Died, at 7:05 o'clock Monday morning, Nov. 22, 1915, at the family residence, 530 W. Canedy street, Miss Alice Nelson, aged 39 years and 3 weeks. Combination Sets, 50c to $1 Holiday Suspenders, 50c to $1 Suspender and Garter Sets, $1 to $2 Ladies Handkerchiefs, 10c to 50c Ladies' Fancy Silk Handkerchief's 35c, 3 for $1 Fine Umbrellas for Ladies and Gentlemen, $1 to $10 Smoking Jackets, $3.95, $4.95, $5.95 $6.95, $7.95 and $9.95 Men's Handkerchiefs, 10c to $1 Men's Fancy Silk Handkerchiefs 50c to $1 Holiday Neckwear, 50c to $2.50 Mufflers and Reefers, 50c to $7.50 Men's Sweaters, $2 to $10 Boys' Sweaters, $1.50 io $3.50. BUFFALO Springfield, Ill. Mr & Mrs. Geo. Harris Have opened the lunch room in the rear of 815 E. Wash. St. Adjustment Notice Estate of Lillie Coleman, deceased. The undersigned having been appointed Administratrix of the estate of said deceased, hereby gives notice that she will appear before the Probate Court of Sangamon County, Illinois, at the February term thereof, which will be held at the Court House of said County, beginning on the 7th day of February, 1916, at which time all persons having claims against said estate are hereby notified to attend for the purpose of having the same adjusted. All persons indebted to said estate are also requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. Dated this 22nd day of November, 1915. NANCY COLEMAN, Administratrix B. G. CLANTON, Attorney. STATE OF ILLINOIS } 88 Sangamon County Circuit Court, to January Term A.D. 1916, Ida Powell vs. in Chancery, Russell Powell Affidavit of the non - residence of Russell Powell, defendant a bovena named, having been filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of said County, notice is hereby given to the said Russell Powell, that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 29th day of January, A.D. 1915, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of January next, 1916, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Russell Powell, 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 January A. D. 1916, and plead, answer or demur to said complainants bill of complaint, the same and 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, Complainants Solicitor Notice of Final Settlement Estate of Wyatt Johnson, Deceased. Public notice is hereby given, that the undersigned Abraham M. Williams, Executor of the estate of Wyatt Johnson, deceased, will attend before the Probate Court of Sangamon County, at the Court House in Springfield, Illinois, on the 3rd day of January, 1916, for the purpose of making final settlement of said estate. At which time and place will ask for an order of distribution, and will also ask to be discharged. All persons interested are notified to attend, and examine the settlement now on file in said Court. Springfield, Illinois, November 19th, A. D. 1915. ABRAHAM M. WILLIAMS, Executor --- We must insist upon you puying the collectors, whoever they may be, and please don't tell the collector you will see the editor. The reason we hire help is because we have not the time or rather conveyance to cover the territory and look after the other business connected with the office. Manager. BEAUTY PARLOR Mrs. Della V. Grady, Proptr. Hair Dressing Manicurins Electric Massages Electric Hair Drying Scalp Cleaning a Specialty Oxford College Goods for Sale 819 1-2 E. Wash. St. Adjustment Notice. The undersigned, having been appointed Administrator of the estate of said Deceased, hereby gives notice that he will appear before the Probate Court of Sangamon County, Illinois, at the January Term thereof, which will be held at the Court House of said County, beginning on the third day of January, 1916, at which time all persons having claims against said estate are hereby notified to attend for the purpose of having the same adjusted. All persons indebted to said estate are also requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. CHAS. S. GIBBS. Attorney. Statement of the Ownership Management, Circulation, etc. Required by the Act of August 24, 1912 of THE FORUM, published weekly at Springfield, Ill. for October 1, 1915. Editor, E. L. Rogers, 713½ East Washington St., Springfield, Ill. Managing Editor, E. L. Rogers, 713½ East Washington St., Springfield, Ill. Business Manager, E. L. Rogers, 713½ East Washington St., Springfield, Ill. Publisher, E. L. Rogers, 713½ E. Washington St., Springfield, Ill. Owner: (If a corporation, give its name and the names and addresses of stockholders holding 1 per cent or more of total amount of stock. If not a corporation, give names and addresses of individual owners.) E. L. Rogers and J. B. Osby, Springfield, Ill. Known bondholders, Mortgages, and other security holders, holding 1 per cent or more of total amount of bonds, mortgages, or other securities (if there are none, so state.) None. E. L. ROGERS, Editor. Subscribed and sworn to befor me this 18th day of October, A. D. 1915. CHARLES S. GIBBS, [Seal] Notary Public (My commission expires May 16th, 1916. STATE OF ILLINOIS Sangamon County Circuit Court to September Term A. D. 1915, Emma Nora Baker vs. in Chancery, Benjamin Baker. Affidavit of the unknown residence of Benjamin Baker, 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, Benjamin Baker, that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said Court, in the Chancery side thereof, on the 23rd day of April, A. D. 1915, and that a summons issued out of said Court against said defendant, returnable on the first Monday of May, 1915, as is by law required. Now, unless you, the said Benjamin Baker, 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. 1915, 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 prayer of said bill. J. H. DRENNAN, Clerk CHARLES S. GIBBS, Complainat's Solicitor PHONE, OFFICE: BELL 2156 Dr. J. I. MILES Special Attention Given Children's Teeth Rooms 1-3 Nelson Bldg. 7th and Adams Sts. Springfield, Ill. REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR TRADE—EXCHANGES A SPECIALTY—FARMS, INCOME PROPERTY AND MERCHANDISE 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 Anything with Market Value, large or small, far or near. See Me. JAMES B. OSBY. 217 1-2 South Fifth St. Springfield, Ill. Tel. 7213 PAPERS FOR SALE. Parties desiring good, clean wrapping purposes, call at package, 100 in a bundle. Will Plea RUBI Women's and Children's now on 45 O'BRIEN & 5th and Under M Let us ha resiring good, clean large paper for purposes, call at the Forum Office 10 in a bundle. Will You Please-- UBBER 's and Children's New, Fresh H now on Sale at Parties desiring good, clean large paper for shelving or wrapping purposes, call at the Forum Office. 10c per package, 100 in a bundle. RUBBERS Women's and Children's New, Fresh Rubbers are now on Sale at RIEN & FIELDI and Mon Under Mitchells et us have you Printing O'BRIEN & FIELDING 5th and Monroe Under Mitchells Let us have your Prices right NOTICE We want the Colored People to read carefully the firms whose ads appear in this and following issues of the Forum. The men who advertise are the most progressive and should have your trade. Furthermore, the firms that advertise are our benefactors and also yours: We call your attention to the G. R. Kinney Shoe Co's ad. See their prices; these prices suit the conditions of the time. Frank R. Simons Book and stationary Store. R. F. Herndon Dry Goods. --- OLD You ase-- BERS 's New, Fresh Rubbers are Sale at 5c FIELDING Monroe Mitchells ave your ting Lochman Bros. Jewelers, one of the most reliable firms in the city, the proprietors are very cordial and affable men, Capitol Grocery and Meat Market at 16th and Capitol Ave. Economy Cleaning and Tailoring Co. We Can Dress You up for $2.00 and up We have all kinds of Suits, Pants and overcoats left on hand. Call and see us open from 7 A. M. to 9 P. M. 713 E. JEFFERSON ST. Springfield, Ill. 45c