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THE FORUM VOL.12 - NO.18 WILLIAMS AND GIBBS HOOKS UP Attorneys A. M. Williams and Chas. S. Gibbs have again locked horns. Mr. Williams is sueing Mr. Gibbs in bihalf of Mrs. Rosa Moss, claiming that Nr. Gibbg failed to deliver to Mrs. Moss a certainain amount of money collected for her as her Attorney some time ago. As a rebutal, Mr. Gibbs has filed disbarment proceedings against Mr. Williams, alleging that the said Williams has committed a very grave act—a thing beneath the dignity of the profession. It is hoped that the matters and things contained in the respective charges will be settled amicably and without blood shed, HUGHES RAPS WOODROW Hon. Chas. Evans Hughes, republican Candidate for president, in a masterly speech last Monday reviewing the past history of the republican party briefly, and assailing the vacillating policies of the present administration, its blunders and retreats, accepted the responsibilities thrust upon it. National Convention held at Chicago June 7th last, and will be heard about for the next three months championing the cause and the principles of the republican party. No fairminded person can find anything illogical or vacillating in what Hughes says, his speech is a blow on the solur plexus of the Wilson regime—of course, the Register, the most radical, yet most vacillating morning champion of Democracy, says Hughes has done the greatest president since Lincoln, a grevious wrong, but the Register, like the leopard cannot change its spots. NEW YORK COLORED TROOPS MUSTERED IN The regiment of colored soldiers for the national guard of New York is to be known as the 15 infantry. Company A has been mustered in under command of colonel William Hayward, public service commissioner. RACE MAN OUT FOR CONGRESS Roscoe Conkling Simmons, the silver tongued colored orator with few equals and probably no superiors as a platform orator, is a candidate for congress from a district in Kentucky. Simmons is a native of Mississippi and a former resident of New York, but for the past few years has resided in Kentucky. Ex-Associate Justice Charles E. Hughes' letter to the Republican national convention, accepting the nomination, is a gem. It took all the wind out of Theodore 'Brownsville' Roosevelt's sails and wiped out the last excuse he can consistently offer for accepting the Progressives' nomination. One report says that Caranza will quit and another says he will run again. For goodness sake, what is aluring about the Mexican presidency? In all things for racial uplift, let us not be selfish but remember humanity--the major premise, first, "He that mastereth himself is mightier than he that taketh a city, Rufus Jackson of Litchfield was in the city this week. He contemplates moving to Dakota in the Fall. Local Brevities Mrs. Ollie Singleton, So. 14th Street, was indisposed Sunday, occasioned from the effects of being over come from heat. Just a little rain has fallen, but not enough to disturb the torridity of the community. The E. and W. Clothing Store, under the management of Mr. Marlowe, is making great progress and improvements along all lines. The store has been remodeled and will present one of the most beautiful fronts to be seen in Central Illinois. M. L. Hildreth, of Jacksonville, candidate for the General Assembly, was in the city this week, in the interest of his campaign. Mrs. A. Anderson, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, is visiting Mrs. Alice Anderson-Giles, 214 So. 14th St. C.B. Davis, and sister, Miss Nannie, of Petersburg, were in the city this week and paid The Forum office a visit. Thos. Burns a resident of this city, who has been employed in Grand Rapids, for some time, met his death July 31. While working on the Browning Hotel he lost his balance while bending over examining some cement work. He fell a distance of ten feet alighting on a beam sustaining injuries in the abdomen which caused his death. His body was brought here Thursday. Born to Leon C. Stevenson and wife of North 2nd St., Wednesday August 2, twin girls, third child. Rev. Jackson, who is charged with a confidence game was bound over to the Grand Jury by Justice Riley. Champ Grimmet, charged with assault was held to appear before the Grand Jury under $3000 bail. John Thomas was arrested this week charged with theft. Mrs. L. P. Andrews who formerly resided in South 16th, who is now living in Chicago, is visiting in the city. Quarterly meeting will be held at St. Paul church tomorrow. St. Paul church will celebrate its re-opening Aug. 20. The interior of the edifice has been beautifully remodeled. WELL KNOWN CHARACTER DEAD A victim of John Barleycorn and old Sol, "Deacon" Davis, a well known character, died Monday afternoon a police headquarters, after he had been found unconscious behind the Y. M. C. A. Morning. Davis has been a resident of this city for years and was seen daily winter and summer at 6th and Washington or 6th and Monroe, the latter being his favorite resort. At the Coroners' inquest it was found that his death was the result of alcohol and heat. The funeral services were held from Wallac's undertaking parlor Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Graham officeing. The Picnic at Bunn Park and dance at the Arsenal, Friday night, is reported as being being largely attended. Friday, the thernometer ascend ed again to 98 and 100 degrees, in the shade. The funeral of Thomas Burns was held at Pleasant Grove Baptist church, Saturday, Aug. 5, 230 P. m., Rev. J. J. chappelle, officiating. SPRINGFIELD, ILL., SATURDAY AUGUST 5, 1916 "Be Ye Doers and not Savers only." SEEK TO ENJOIN PARK BOARD A number of colored people were present in Judge Ferns court Wednesday afternoon on the argument on the case of Chas. Fred White et al vs. the Springfield Park Board, E. D. McNeil and James O. Sylvia which was brought last week to restrain the defendants from interfering with plaintiffs in their enjoyment of the bathing privileges at the Bunn Park Beach. Attorney B. G. Clanton presented the colored people's side of the case in a masterly manner. He defined the different kind of rights and distinguished the one here violated as a civil right, although his opponent of the opposite race attempted to confuse the court by asserting it to be a "personal" right. In the light of all the decisions and statutes cited by the complainants, however, this was an absurd contention. The civil rights statute of Illinois defines the right to be accommodated at, "inns," "restaurants," "bath houses," etc., as a civil right, and Atty. Clanton and Charles Fred White had numerous other authorities to support their case. So thorough was Atty. Clanton's presentation of the contentions of his race, represented by the complainants, that Mr. Catron, the Park Board's attorney, was left with hardly a foothold to stand upon. His argument was literally riddled by the hot shot from his colored adversary. The matter in controversy arose out of the refusal on Thursday, July 27th by E. D. McNeil, one of the concessionairs of the Bunn Park pavilion and bathing beach, to rent bathing suits or dressing rooms to White and several others, or even to allow them to swim in the lake if they furnished their own suits. The suit for injunction was entered to secure them their rights. After listening very attentively to the argument on both sides, Judge Ferns said that he would render a decision within a few days, after he had examined the briefs of the two attorneys. The candidacy of Frank O. Lowden seems to gain impetus daily. More sane teaching by the fire-side, of your children, is imperative. They are the men and women of to-morrow. You can't be too polite and affable. Too many people are afraid they will treat others more politely, than they, themselves are treated, by others. You are enriched by what you do righteously, not by what is done to you. HON. ANDREW RUSSEL Republican Candidate For State Auditor Mr. Russel, candidate for State Auditor, is one of the best known men in the state, and one of the most competent men for the place. He has been engaged in a business fitting him for such a position, for forty years. He is known far and wide as a man of congeniality and affability; He has thousands of colored frieds over the state who have always supported him because of his kindly disposition, and inclination to to give them a square deal whenever the opportunity presented itself. No man in the state is more highly regarded by the colored people than Mr. Russel. He JACKSONVILLE NEWS Rev. Willis, of Mexico, mo., and Miss Palastine Hobbs, of Louisiana, mo., were married July 27. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride's mother, in Louisiana. Miss Cornelia Wright, E. Railroad St., has returned from a very pleasant visit in Hadley, Ill. Mrs. Maggie Dickinson, of Hannibal, mo., was the guest of Mrs. S. Rhodes and family, recently. A fish fry was given at the home of Rev. Hancock, of E. Madison St., July 28. Miss Bevie Ross was a recent visitor in Galesburg, Ill. Mrs. Amy Darnell attended the Christian church convention, at Hannibal, mo., recently. She also visited friends while there. Mrs. Samuel Rhodes, of 650 So. West St., was a visitor in Hannibal, July 29tn and 30th. Rev. R. Hancock attended the convention of the Christian church at Hannibal. Bennie Shanon is on the sick list. mrs. S. Brown, was a visitor in Hannibal recently. mrs. Georgia Taylor, of Richard, Ind., was in Jacksonville recently. She was called here by the illness of her mother, Mrs. Mandy Bell. mr. and Mrs. S. Stewart have purchased a new Ford car. Other Jacksonville residents who are on the sick list are mesdames G. Young, Hayden, Stella Hayden, L. B. Fountain, M. Ritchie, martha Stewart, and Emma Florence. miss Opal Bell has returned from a pleasant visit in Chicago. The Fourth Ward club of the 2nd Baptist church gave a successful chicken supper, July 27, at the church. mr. and Mrs. Edward Lewis are the proud parents of a daughter. Lloyd Wallace, of Chicago, was a guest of Mrs. Nettie Branum, recently. Walter Patterson has gone to Omaha, Neb., where he expects to make his future home. Mrs. Bell Jackson, and children, have returned from Vandalia, mo. Miss Irene Campbell, of Chicago is visiting in Jacksonville. Died, July 24, in Peoria, Ill., mr. Daniel Burton, of this city. He is survived by his wife, sister nephew. He was 74 years old. In Memory Of Mr. Burton. On the 24th day of July, the Gentle Voice said, "come unto me. Your work on earth is finished." And the Angel of Death came and gathered our loved one unto His Breast. We loved him, but God loved him best. Weep not, dear friends, for God gives consolation to all who mourn. has always stood for a high standard citizenship and has never proved recrent to the cause of the colored man or any other cause he espoused. He has always stood for the right. The Grand session of the U.B.F. Lodge will convene in Quincy Aug. 15. Why do some candidates continue to fight their opponents—can they find nothing else to talk about. When your friends come to visit you, call 5279 and tell us. It won't cost you a cent. Samuel Watts, 1120 So. 16th and W. cheatem, 17th and E. capitol Ave have recovered and resumed employment. W. Edgar Sampson, attorney at law, who is one of the best known young men before the Sangamon county, is a candidate for States Attorney of this county. Mr. Sampson hails from Menard county, from which place he came here about ten years ago. He was reodily recognized for his ability and integrity, and upon the death of the late Judge Stevens, appointed to fill the vacancy in the office of Probate Judge, serving out the remainder of the term. He was also recognized by Attorney General Stead and was made one the assistants in the Atty. Generals' office, giving eminent satisfaction. He was a candidate for this office four years ago and received the nomination, but was defeated with the entire 'republican ticket, excepting Co. Auditor, on account of the Progressive party. No one will question Mr. Sampson's ability, his integrity or his staunch republicanism. Adv Up in the heart of Michigan, the recognized summer resort state of the Middle West, there nestles a little group of summer cottages, around a pretty clubhouse. This little resort is known as Idlewild, the exclusive summer resort for Negroes. Surrounded by cool forests, rich farm lands, whose tenants welcome you warmly, and with a number of lakes and small rivers, where the disciples of Walton can follow their calling, the little village bids fair to become one of the most popular places, in the summer, in the country. The mayor of this little town is B. F. Mosely, a prominent Chicago Attorney, and a man well-known in the middle west, Mr. Mosely has always tried to get the better things for the race, and Idlewild is the realization of one of his many plans for aiding his people in finding pleasure. Since the resort opened in June there has been a constant flow of visitors to inspect the cottages already built, and to select sites for their own cottages. Some, prefering an even simpler style, are erecting tents for housing purposes. It is to be hoped that we are so fortunate as to become one of the pilgrims to this race mecca are the season closes, and that next season will find Idlewild with its population increased many times. homefolks. Regular preaching services will be held at U.B. Church Sunday Aug. 6, by the pastor, Rev. T. O. Lewis. This will be the last sermon before the annual Conference Most of the farmers in this vicinity have finished threshing which practically means the harvest is finished. Mr. Elder and cross two coal miners from Missouri have moved to Springfield. AN OPEN LETTER Springfield, Ill., Aug. 3, 1916. To whom it may concern: The colored taxpayers of Springfield, met at the Forum office for the purpose of investigating the discrimination of the Park Board or the officers for interfering with the colored citizens, of enjoying the bathing beach and also the rights of the park on their day, which was set apart for them to enjoy the refreshments and outings for the Sunday School Superintendents, teachers and scholars, which is only once a year for all the colored people of the city, to come together and enjoy themselves and to make plans for the following year. But in the place of that, they were grossly insulted, after which they met at the Forum office and authorized the attorneys to go ahead and investigate and take what steps they see necessary. The Journal speaks of six being present but there was a large crowd. The colored taxpayers or citizens want to know whether they shall pay taxes to build pleasure parks for the white people, Portuguese, Japanese, and Chinese and put bars against the black face. A. HOLMAN FOWLER NOTES Miss Helen Worman of Augusta visited with her friend Luella Lewis of this city. W. S. Smith our local grocery man and poultry dealer mrde a business trip to the Gem city recently. Mrs. E. S. Foltz is enjoying a summer in the west. A snake which measured over four feet in length was killed by one of the boys in the village durieg hay harvest while at the home of J. C. Yeargain, who resides a few miles north of town. William Corn came down from Galesburg on a short visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ace Corn. Fred Pickett of Quincy visited for several weeks with relatives at their farm. Quincy Chautauqua July 30 to Aug. 6 inclusive. Mrs. John Worman and daughter visited with relatives at Moline several weeks ago. We are glad to note there has been several improvements made for the betterment of Fowler during the past few years, by the construction of better sidewalks, new buildings and lastly that one of the main streets has recently been oiled which makes the dust less troublesome for the residents in that part of town. Rev. T. O. Lewis and wife, accompanied by Mrs. S. A. Smith motored to Quincy one afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Shrader are at present having a new bungalow built on their farm near Menden. The W. M. A. is held at the United Bretheren Church the first Thursday in every month. Mrs. Rosa L. Viar entertained Coaasburg relatives at her home. Two wolves were seen recently by Mrs. C. H, Schroeder at her farm North of town. Lander Nelson has been quite busy assisting the farmers with harvest work. Helen Worman sang a solo at the U. B. Church and was accompanied by her friend Miss Lewis at the organ. The annual School Commencement will be held at Baily Park, Camp Point, Saturday Aug. 12, The following pupils from Fowler receive their diplomas on that day: 7th grade, Leota Stahl, Grace Scott. 8th grade - Cora Heaton Bessie Farrell, Vinnie Worman, James Robertson, Lester Mittleburg. Miss Addie Wilkins of Quincy visited a few days with PRICE: FIVE CENTS M. FOR STATE'S ATTORNEY IDLEWILD RATES One Year $1.50 Six Months 80c Three Month 50c One Month 20c Weekly paper devoted to the interest of the whole people. Entered as second-class mail matter Feb. 24, 1904, at the post office at Spring- field, Ill., under the act of Congress of March 3, 1879. The Park Board should apologize for refusing or allowing their agents to refuse colored persons of their Constitutional rights—if they really did it, while yet the Negroes' blood may be seen coagulated at Carrizal, for the protection of the very flag that floats over the beach. Our men are loyal—we want only justice. Give us that which to us belongs. How can you afford to ill treat us? Enemies are lurking around to crush this nation—we are fighting to sustain this nation—and you are wont to fight your own protectors. Oh, judgment, thou art fled to brutish beasts and men have lost their reason. President Wilson accepts every proposal Carraza makes and acquiesces in every proposal Carranza breaks. Wilson is an extreme coward pacifist. The Park Board declares that there is no discrimination at the parks—that the men were ordered out in order that the water might be "treated chemically" to purify it--Oh generosity, thou art a jewel. A laborer entered into a heated discussion with another of the horn handed sons of toil on the question of Preparedness and Prosperity, when the first speaker delivered himself of an opinion that the rich had their troubles, whereupon the second speaker said; "Oh, well, the Lord will take care of the rich, the poor can work!" The white women of the South are opposing the granting of suffrage to women. We are not worrying about the matter anyway. Whether they vote or do not vote, the women will come pretty near getting what they want. President Wilson should have followed his "flag day" proclamation fixing a memorial day for victims of the Lusitania and of the massacre in Columbus, N. M. It is said that Principal, R.R. Moton, is very busy at Tuskegee. It will be well for him to keep at it until the 12,000,000 people of his race recovers from the Pullman car incident. When it comes to a fight, the average preacher takes to it like a duck to water. Yet they are the exponents of the Prince of Peace. A headline says; "Villa's arms dug up." But the troops will probably be withdrawn without getting his body. Be sure to read carefully the 'Doings of the race' deparament in this paper. It alone is always worth the price of the paper. The automobile craze is on the increase. It is a very satisfactory way to get rid of surplus money and to get a large supply of smiles from the ladies. Do not forget in passing that during the past 4 years, for the first time since 1892, we have been tormented at Washington because of the fact that we gave been forced to tolerate a Democratic Senate, House and President—a very rare and unusual thing—also a very costly experiment. Don't forget that Nov. 7te. Rememder that the teachings in the Bible are intended for every day application here on earth. Paul said; "As many as are lead by the spirit of God, they are the sons of God, and of course converse ly—if you are not, you are not. READY FOR BUSINESS LEAGUE MEETING Kansas City, Mo.—Arrangements are practically complete for the reception and entertainment of the National Negro Business League which is to meet the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, August 16, 17 and 18, 1916. The business and professional men of the city have enlisted in a mighty effort to make this year one long to be remembered by those who visit here in August. When it is remembered that several of the most important organizations of Negroes in the country are to gather here, the desire of the citizens of Kansas City to accord a welcome worty of their city is easily understood. Their plan to meet in the Midwestern City during the month of August, The Missonri State Grand Lodge of Masons, The National Medical Association, the National Alliance of Postal Employees, and and the National Negro Business League with its affiliated bodies The National Negro Press Association, The National Negro Funeral Directors Association, The National Negro Insurance Associations, The National Negro Retail Merchants' Association and the National Negro Bar Association. These organizations represent the moa prominent of the business and proffessional activities of the race. Those who compose them are men and women who are intellectual and economic leaders in their several communities,—men and women who occupy foremost places in the thought and achievement of the race. The gatherings therefore promise to be high in character and rich in information and good accomplished. Kansas City boasts a large Negro population. In all the city's activities the colored peoplel share. They enjoy exceptional educational facilities and are prosperous in many lines of commercial enterprise. They have been making plans for several months to receive the delegates of the organizations referred to above, and those who visit Kansas City during August may be assured that nothing will be left undone to make their stay thoroughly enjoyable. A Banquet to the officers and delegates of the Business League, and an Automobile Ride through the city's parks and over its boulevards are among the entertainment features assured the visitors. Arrangements are being made to care for the delegates in the homes of the representative people of Kansas City. Occupying a conspicuous place in the plans of those who are arranging for these meetings is the coming session of the National Medical Association. The arrival of deligates who plan to attend this meeting is awaited with eager expectation. A certain sense of pride is manifested in being host to such a learned body as this association of medical men, along with the organization of business men. The same high degree of interest which always makes these sessions well worth attending will characterize the meeting of the National Medical Association this year. The program being arranged will contain many features of peculiar significance to the medical fraternity. Live subjects intimately associated with the everyday habits of the race will be discussed. Men who are experts in their chosen lines will direct these discussions. Individvals of high standing in their profession will be present. It will be an occasion from which no Negro physician can afford to absent himself. The officers of theNational Negro Business League invite every Negro physician, pharmacist and dentist to join with its delegates in making up special parties for the trip. Delegations going to the Business League sessions are already making plans to take advantage of the comfortable accommodations which the railroads have offered, announcement of which has been printed in the public press According to these plans the various delegations fro he several States and sections of the country will meet at St. Louis, Mo., the morning of August 15th, and leave from that point over the Missouri Pacific Railroad at 9:00 o'clock. At St. Louis a special Negro Business League train will be made up of the vorious Pullman Cars which bring the delegates to St. Louis. Delegates intending to be present during the sessions of the National Negro Business League are urged to write Mr. J. H. Simmons, Chairman, Housing Committee, 1516 E. 18th Street, Kansas City, Mo., so that proper arrangements for home accommodations, etc., may be bone in advance. Mail intended for delegates may be addressed to them care of League Headquarters, 1516 East 18th Street, Kansas City, Mo. The program of the Business League is now on the press, and is in every way representative of the great organization which brings together so many successful colored business men and women each year. SMILES The summer orator was working over-time—he was sweating. His theme was 'War and Preparedness.' He waded through all the facts known and as he entered the realm of speculation, he said: "There may be some doubt about the number of battleships and dread naughts and submarines which thia country can command in time of war, but fellow-citizens, of one thing be assured, we have two as fine bodies of water (one the Atlantic, the other the Pacific) upon which 'to fight as any nation on earth.'" "My brethren and sisters, you need not be sitting away back there in the amen corner so joyfully," said the minister. "I am not going to preach about the 'Sweet Bye and Bye,' but the 'Nasty Now and Now,'" and the congregation settled down to it usual solemnity. A little boy had an annoying cold, and sniffled all the time. On the car, a very pompous lady stood it as long as she could, then turned and said severely, "Little boy, have you a handkerchief?" "Yes, ma'am, but mama says not to lend it to everybody." ed, and hurriedly left the ear. Since the Mexican scare, they have tried to get recruits regardless of color, creed or previous condition of servitude. Therefore, when a certain recruiting agent spied Mose, a well-built colored youth standing in the town square at peace with the world, he approached him and began explaining all the glories of army life to him. Mose looked mildly interested, and said, "What do ah wants to be a soldier foh? I aint mad at nobody." "Strong fellows like you ought to fight for their country." , Uh huh, ' said Mose, " Dat's de kind of tolk to hand dese farmers. Dey's de ones to fight fob de country." "Why should a rural citizen fight for his country quicker than you for yours?" "Who? Me? Ah aint got no country. I was raised in Chicago, and if dey's any in dat, Ah aint never seen it." The recruiting officer walked hastily away. I ATHK YOU Flirtationh brimths on all the laths The girlths wear today, Make clear, beneath the dath- ling charmths Which bluthing cheeks betray. Tranthparent are the wanton wileths Of every dainty belle; Why not, on polymorphic stylthes, Flirtationh thirths ath well? Economy Cleaning and Tailoring Co. CLEANING, PRESSING & REPAIRING Special prices on Ladies' and Gentlemen's Clothing' Call for Price List BERT STEWART, Prop. Bell Phone 4266 802 E. WASHINGTON ST DR. H. A. CESS, Chiropodist ROOM 212, Second Floor 321 Main St. Peoria, Ill. P. A. JAMES B. OSBY Republican Candidate for CORONER I want and need your vote, will you please help me PRIMARY, SEPT. 13, 1916 Mrs. Lafferty—"Tin stitches did th' doctor take in me ould man." Mrs. O'Hara—"Tin, was it only tin? Sure whin th' doctor seen me poor husband as he was carried from the wreck on the railroad, he sez, sez he, 'Do there be wan here wid sucha ting as a sewing machine?' Husband(returning to Ill. after two months on the border) My wife! But you don't seem to know me my dear. (Unbuttons raincoat) Wife ( heaving sigh of rsliief) Sure, it is, after all! Now I recognize them bow legs. Summer boarder to boy milking cow—Why are you not at the front, my dear boy? Boy (in a patient tone) Cause there aint no milk at that end, Miss. MORE MONEY FOR SOLDIERS Washington,—Increased pay for officers and men of the regular army and national guard in active service for the Mexican emergency, improved camp conditions to safeguard their health, and authorization for them to vote in the field at the coming presidential election were provided in amendments to the army appropriation bill agreed to today by the senate. By a vote of 44 to 13 the senate also suspended the rules to adopt an amendment changing the age minimum for enlistment in the regular army from 18 to 21 years without the consent of parents or guard. Under this provision boys under 21 now serving in the army would not be retained in the service unless they filed within thirty days the written consent of parents or guardian. BOY WANTED An honest, industrious boy wanted, to learn the shoemaker's trade—one who has self control. Apply at 1707 E. Capitol Ave. Or call 3914, old phone. J. P. Roberts. The Forum's Tel. number: 5729. 109 South Eighth Street. If you want to save money read advertisements in the Forum. These Merchants appreciate you patronage. Big Illustrated Mid Summer Number THE FORUM 10,000 Edition A copy of THE FORUM will go into every colored home in the State outside Cook County. This edition will surpass anything in the newspaper line before issued by colored people in Central Illinois. Special attention will be given to busiconcerns of Springfield, Decatur, Peoria, Jacksonville, Danville and Bloomington. ORDER YOURS NOW! Mrs. Jas. W. Gra PROPRIETOR 4 Chair Imperial Barber Sho 821 East Washington Street Spring BARBERS: Horace Stone, Lloyd Jones Grady Barber Shop Springfield, Illinois Lloyd Jones Mrs. Jas. W. 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Blouses for dress and sport wear. that were 2.50 section of fine exclusive dress and OATS .....$3.95 up to $15 .....$5.00 .....$3.95 WOMEN In a big in all the white G and Wax styles, f pockets, skirts b from our quick se of our $ included $3.98 Av and $6.99 Over 500 Summer Blouses that were $3.98 and $4.50 reduced to $2.50 A wonderful high-class collection of fine Blouses, plain, colors and exclusive stripe effects. Blouses for dress and sport wear. CLEARANCE OF COATS Stripe Silk Sport Coats.....$3.95 Silk and Cloth Coats, values up to $15 for.....$5.00 Linen Dusters, $1.95 and.....$3.95 CLOTH SUITS Stripe Silk Sport Coats.....$3.95 Silk and Cloth Coats, values up to $15 for.....$5.00 Linen Dusters, $1.95 and.....$3.95 R. F. HERN ERNDON R. F. HERNDON & CO. BELL 1446 —when your lawn n —when you want a —when you want a The special edition of the Forum the 19 of this month will be a Gem. Sent the ad in yet? ```markdown ``` N. C. COLE Among the many candidates for Coroner is J. E. Young, a resident of the 6th ward for many years; but now being at 1204 S. Spring St. He has lived here in Springfield for over 25 years and is well known, having been engaged, for some time, in the real estate business. He is a very pleasant man to know and is experienced in the work, requisite of the position of coroner. No candidate running has a longer colored acquaintance or more friends among the colored people than J. E. Young. Four years ago he made the race and was beaten by only a few votes. Mr. Young met the colored colored voters in their different clubs and addressed them and pledged them if nominated and elected, the colored man would receive a square deal and an equitable share of recognition, and that no discrimination will be permitted at all. The club was well pleased with Mr. Young's address. Mr. Young is well qualified and will make it pleasant for all. It seems that he is making a good impression with all of the voters. $11.95 and $14.00 Dresses for..... $7.50 $15.00 and $17.50 Dresses..... $10.00 quick clearaway has resulted in extraordinary price cutting. $15 and $20 Suits at.....$5.95 $25 and $30 Suits at.....$9.95 No approvals. WOMEN'S WASHABLE SKIRTS In a big Cleanup Sale, wning stripes in all the most wanted fabrics. Plain white Garbadine, Pique, Honey-comb and Waffle Cloth. A wide range of styles, full flare models, slit or patch pockets, pearl buttons. These are not skirts bought for a Sale, but taken from our regular stock and priced for quick selling. Prices from $1 to $5. All of our $6.95 and $7.50 Skirts will be included in this sale at $.500 $3.98 Awning Stripes for $2.00, $5.00 and $6.00 colored Pique Skirts reduced to $3.98. CALL THIS NUMBER WHEN when your lawn mower needs sharpening or re when you want a key made or a new lock when you want a door bell repaired if your typewriter balks and won't work if your office desk is locked up and you have key (ever do it?) if you cannot open your safe if you need anything of a mechanical natu call this number to get 100 per cent efficient so WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF FES, BICYCLES & BICY SUNDRIES A. Mussillon & B —when your lawn mower needs sharpening or repairs —when you want a key made or a new lock —when you want a door bell repaired —if your typewriter balks and won't work —if your office desk is locked up and you have lost your key (ever do it?) —if you cannot open your safe —if you need anything of a mechanical nature repaired call this number to get 100 per cent efficient service WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF SAFES, BICYCLES & BICYLE SUNDRIES 408 E. ADAMS STREET Tickets good going and returning on any train date of sale via NEWS FROM THE MEXICAN BORDER "SOMEWHERE IN TEXAS" "ANKLE DEEP IN MUD" SAN ANTONIO, TEX.. JULY 26 '16 Dear Girl: Your letter advising me to cut out the lonesome noise and send you something interesting arrived this morning, so I shall follow your advice and send you a little information about life at Camp Wilson, in particular and San Antonio, in general. In the first place this is the "land of bugs, proper." Sciomon said something about "When the voice of the turtle is heard in the land," but he never knew about these mosquitos, ants and other insects that abound in Texas. But since I have given it a thought I dont reckon he knew anything about the whole blamed United States, much less this cracker state. Speaking of bugs and etc., only yesterday I had an experience that might have proved tragic for your dusky "soldier boy." I forgot to shake out my shoes when I arose, and in my hurry rammed the right one on, when my toes felt something about as wiggly as they are, and I kicked the shoe through the tent flap. On cautious investigation, the said wiggly, wiggly intruder proved to be a small but venomous prairie snake. Do they bite? Well, I never stopped to see, because I sent that one to the happy hunting ground with the heel of the cast-off shoe, but a friend from this region says they are one way of committing suicide. After this there will be a self-appointed committee of investigation to inspect all articles of clothing ere they are donned. Camp life certainly doesn't kill you with comforts. I am certainly longing for some real food again. We have almost lived on potatoes since arriving here. It is potatoes, potatoes, potatoes, for every meal: Sometimes we have peaches or prunes, but they are canned, and your telling of the orchards of plums and peaches up there sure makes me feel like "packing my grip," etc. Today the Ladies' Hero Club, of San Antonio gave us quite a treat. We were served ice-cream, cake, claret, salad, punch and sandwiches. Were we grateful? I sneeze we were. Only three men from a company are allowed to go to the city at a time so the other evening after the "hike" we went. You know who "we" signifies—the three inseperables. Of course we had to "skip," and as a result missed supper, and just did miss the guardhouse. We did some sightseeing in the city, and if it doesn't bore you, I'll tell you about it. First we visited the Alamo. You remember the story, don't you? (You should, for it was to learn that, you and I had to stay that night, when I talked out loud, and you wouldn't tell what I said. But that belongs to other days.) The Alamo consists of six or seven rooms on the same floor, and each room, with its bullet-riddled walls has a separate history. As there is said to be a negro in everthing, I was not surprised to be told that it was in one of these rooms that the General, his wife and negro servant hid. Hereafter "Remember the Alamo" will be more than a mere war cry with me. Next we visited the market place, and this we found was almost all Mexican. With the mingled wares and odors, it was not altogether attractive, but was a bit fascinating to me. The senoritas, who had charge of most of the booths, reminded me greatly of the Italian women you see on the streets up there. They wear all sorts of garbs, and some were most amusing to me. There is the so-called river flowing through the city, but to me it resembles one of the creeks around Springfield. There is not as much prejudice here, or at least, it is not demonstrated as I that it would be. We met very little insult in our roaming, and it was quite extensive, believe me. We rode on a Jim-crow car for the first time, when we started back to camp. We wouldn't have been passengers then, but the sword of Damocles, in the form of the guardhouse sentence, was hanging heavily over our craniums, so we we thot it best not to take too much time on the homeward journey. The theatres here have separate floors for colored and white. How would you like that? Believe me, if they gave me San Antonio for a birthday gift, I'd hand it back and say, "I dont want it." Being mayor of the city would make life unbearable for me. The girls here aren't like those up there in Chicago and, Springfield either. The Illinois girls certainly receive the flowers or good looks compared to these dames down here. Dont entertain any fears about me losing my heart to any of them. I expect we will be moving from here before long, and I only hope it is back home. I like to answer the call "to arms," but I would rather it be your arms, than the country's. I can see your reproachful glances, and as it is time for "Taps" I'll leave you to peace. Enjoy the picnic the Fourth for me, and please don't add insult to injury by any more descriptions of picnic lunches, or they will count me with the missing around here. Regards to all and love for yourself. Your "Soldier Boy." Mrs. Viola Barnett, of Virden, was in the city this week. Hon. B. F. Mosely, of Chicago, was in the city this week. Mr. Mosely is representing the interests of Medill McCormick, for Congress man at large. Budd Orendorff, of Lincoln was in the city last week. At the session of the grand lodge last week, Colonel Marshall was dropped from the list of supreme representatives and J. W. Robinson, of Chicago, was elected in his stead. Mr. Hunter, of Chicago, was in the city Saturday, the guest of J. H. White-being enroute home from the grand lodge. Alex. Perry and wife, and J. W. Walker and wefe, have moved their membership from Zion Baptist Church to Union Baptist Church. Atty. B. F. Mosely, of Chicago, was in the city this week, and called at the Forum office. The young men of St. Paul's A. M. E. Church rendered an excellnet program at the church, Sunday evening, July 30, 1916. The young ladies will render a rival program Sunday evening Aug. 6. We have been having considerhot dry weather for sometime which would make a heavy rain much appreciated by the people of the community. The Candidacy of Hon. C. F. Mortimer for States' Attorney, presents itself to the voters of this county, unmarred and unhampered gy any political pollution or intrigue. His voice has been ever heard in no uncertain tones, for the success of the party to which he has always been proud to claim allegiance. FAIR WILL BE BEST IN YEARS Officers Have Assurance That Grounds Will Be Filled With Exhibitors. SUPERINTENDENTS ARE BUSY Sept. 15 to 23 Dates For Fair, and Information May Be Had on Application—List of All Officials Given. Members of the state board of agriculture are conservative in saying that the Illinois State Fair, which opens Sept. 15 and closes Sept. 23, will mark a new record in State Fair attendance and educational exhibits. The board has been actively at work ever since the closing of the 1915 Fair and announce that all space is taken, and that by the best of exhibitors. With the hoof and mouth disease stamped from the state, the cattle, swine and sheep will be back at the Fair grounds again this year. This absence led many to remain away from the big exposition in 1915, officers say. This year all room in these classes has been taken. The executive officers of the board who have been working hard on details are: President, Len Small, Kankakee. Treasurer, J. F. Prathe, Williamsville. Secretary, B. M. Davison, Springfield. The vice-presidents from the various congressional districts of the state are First district, Martin Conrad, Chicago. Second, B. H. Heide, Chicago. Third, John McCord, Cook county. Fourth, Frank M. Mares, Chicago. Fifth, August W. Miller, Chicago. Sixth, John Dill Robertson, Chicago. Seventh, J. J. McComb, Chicago. Eighth, Louis P. Wilk, Chicago. Ninth, J. F. Cam, Chicago. Tenth, W. E. Davis, Libertyville. Eleventh, vacant. Twelfth, George H. Madden, Mendota. Thirteenth, J. E. Taggert, Freeport. Fourteenth, Frank Thornbern, Monmouth Fifteenth, W. F. Aten, Ray. Sixteenth, J. P. Code, Bradford. Seventeenth, Heft B. Taylor, Fairbury. Eighteenth, Thomas G. Vennum, Wat seka. Nineteenth, William Dighton, Monticello Twentieth, Elias Watkins, Petersburg. Twenty-first, C. M. Woods, Springfield. Twenty-second, John S. Culp, Bethaio. Twenty-third, Thomas S. Marshall, Carbondale. Twenty-fourth, John W. Shaw, Harrisburg. Twenty-fifth, Joab Goodall, Marian. The superintendents of the various departments to whom information queries may be sent in case it is not furnished, at the general offices of the state board of agriculture at the state house are: Class A, cattle, section 1, beef breeds, Joab Goodall. Class A, cattle, section 2, dairy breeds Thomas G. Vennum. Class B, horses, section 1, heavy horses. J. P. Code. Class B, horses, section 2, light horses, H. B. Taylor. Class B, horses, section $, jacks and jen- nets, Elias Watkins. Class B, horses, section 4, speed, George H. Madden. Class C, sheep, Thomas S. Marshall. Class D, swine, John S. Culp. Class E, poultry, John McCord. Class F, mechanic arts, William Dighton. Class G, farm products, John W. Shaw. Class H, horticulture, J. J. McComb. Class I, floriculture, John W. Shaw. Class J, relics, J. W. Miller. Class K, fabrics and amateur arts, A. W. Miller. Class L, education, J. D. Robertson. Class M, machinery, B. M. Davison, secretary. Class N, dairy products, Frank M. Mares. Class Q, apiary, culinary and pantry stores, W. E. Davis. General superintendent, B. H. Heide. Marshal of the ring, C. M. Woods. Superintendent of colseum, J. F. Rehm. Superintendent of gates, J. E. Taggert. Superintendent of tickets and admissions, Louis F. Wilk. Superintendent of boys' State Fair school. John D. Robertson. Superintendent of permits and privileges, W. F. Aten. Superintendent of grand stand, Frank Thornbur. Superintendent of members' restaurant. J. F. Rehm. Superintendent of forage, B. H. Helde. Superintendent of emergency hospital, vacant. Superintendent of women's building, C. M. Woods. Auditor, C. M. Woods. The Boys' State Fair school commission includes: Francis G. Blair, president; George F. Tullock, Edgar C. Pruitt, Eugene Davenport and H. A. McKeene, secretary. Board of lady managers: President, Mrs. S. E. Winser, Princetown. Vice-president, Mrs. Grace Viall Gray, 5621 Maryland avenue, Chicago. Treasurer, Mrs. Clarence G. Goodwin, 7542 Ridgeland terrace, Chicago. Secretary, Miss Laura A. Gonterman, Edwardsville. POLICE PROTECTION AT FAIR. Safety of Visitors and Property to Be In Charge of Experienced Man In Charge of Experienced Men. Protection of health, happiness and safety of visitors at the Illinois State Fair. Sept. 15-23, and also fire protection, will be of the same sort and efficiency as one can have in his home town. Police, fire and hospital service, with full equipment, has been arranged for. The utmost care will be taken of visitors. Beside fire stations, ambulance and hospitals, there will be two departments of police, one a uniformed company, the other plain clothes. They will all be men of experience, competent to deal with every case of possible emergency. A hospital corps will be stationed in the exposition building, and automobiles in parking places will be guarded. REGAL PRINTING COMPANY REGAL PRINTING COMPANY This is the only incorporated business concern operated by colored people, in the city and is the result of the consolidation of the Forum and the Hub Printery. The proprietors of the above firms thank the public for their past patronage and in the future they will be better prepared to render prompt satisfactory service to their patrons. The policy of this concern is to give more merchandise and service for the money than can be obtained elsewhere. The Regal Printing Co. represents a combined business career of 16 years in Springfield. I. E. FOSTER, President E. L. Rogers, Sec'y.-Treas. 109-11 S0. EIGHTH STREET De Carno on Pole One Hundred Feet High HE WILL APPEAR AT THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR. Office, Bell 2156 Dr. J. I. Miles DENTIST Special Attention given Children's Teeth Rooms 1-3 Nelson Bia'g. SEVENTH and ADAMS STREET Political Announcements. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of Auditor, for the county of Sangamon, subject to the decision of the Republican primaries, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 1916. A. R. Drennan. Miss Ora Finch of Murphysboro is the guest of her relatives in this city. Mrs. cora Washington is visiting in chicago. The Forum's Tel. number: 5729. 109 South Eighth Street. Capital Cash Grocery and Meat Market New Phone 540 Golden Age Flour Aristos, Snow White Pillsburys Flour Gold Medal Flour Corn, Tomatoes, Pea We can [INCORPORATED] ed business conce the result of the co SUGAR 13 lbs. with Order $1.00 JACKSONVILLE Jacksonville is certainly a commendable little town, situated 34 miles west of Springfield, over shadowed by gigantic and hoary-headed oaks, whose rugged bows bespeak of many years they have to be what they are. We find the city still very prosperous—the white and colored people being very friendly and cordial. It is a town of schools, colleges and assylums—a very dry place, rain or shine. Among the enterprises that are a credit to the town and to the colored people in particular, are the Home Sanitarium and Mallory Bros. Dr. Kennibrew has one of the finest and most complete and convenient private hospitals to be found in this state. There are 19 rooms; living room, private patients' rooms, operating room, sun room, and all modern conveniences. He is worthy of being praised and worthy to be emulated. mallory Bros. are making steady gains—they have installed a modern electrical signs, which adds greatly to the appearance of that block. There are many other reputable businesses among the colored people. Anderson Banks conducts a large wall paper business. Howard Underwood deserves credit for his business success. The ministers are progressive and a large percent of the colored people own their homes. BUSINESS CARDS Office Phone 3327 Residenee 4338 B. G. CLANTON LAWYER 81512 E. Washington Street Bell Phone 1963 CHAS. S. GIBBS ATTORNEY AT LAW $ 7 2 3_{2}^{1} $ E. Washington Edward Baumann. C. T. Baumann Baumann Bros. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Deutsche Apotheke) Your Patronage Solicited Corner 7th and Washington Sts. Bell Phone 2156. Office Hours, 9 to 12 a.m., 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. A. Morris Williams Attorney at Law. 115 South 11th St. THE FREEMAN FLATS (Newly Completed) 100 Jackson St.—New Phone 2184-B. Electric Lights, Heat and Baths PEORIA, ILLINOIS. at Hardin & Bernard's Palace. The finest in Lincoln. Absolutely sanitary. Leisey's beer on tap, cold. Finest of wines, liquors ann cigars, imported and home made. A strictly fisrt class place. 200 Chicago St. The very best courtesies to all. A few doors from Interurban station, Cor, Chicago and Pulaski Streets. Barksdale & Curtis Proprietore of THREE CHAIR Eureka Barber Shop Hair Cutting, Shaving, and Hand Massage a Specialty. 1030 E. WASHINGTON STREET REGAL PRINTING IS BEST SPECIAL EDITION AUG. Old Phone 839 25c 25c 25c 12 $ _{2}^{1} $ c t Meats LEGAL NOTICES Estate of David Roberts, Deceased. The undersigned, having been appointed Conservator Ex-Officio Administrator of the Estate of said Deceased, hereby gives notice that he will appear before the Probate Court of Sangamon County, Illinois, at the September Term thereof, which will be held at the Court House of said County, beginning on the Fourth day of September 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 5th day of July, 1916. A. M. WILLIAMS, Conservator Ex-Officio Administrator. Estate of Ezra Holman, Deceased. 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 September Term thereof, which will be held at the Court House of said County, beginning on the 4th day of September 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 saidEstate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. Dated this 5th day of July, 1916. ANDERSON HOLMAN, Administrator B. G. CLANTON, Attorney. ADJUSTMENT NOTICE 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 September, 1916 Term thereof, which will be held at the Court House of said County, beginning on the Fourth day of September, A. D. 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 Twelfth day of July, 1916. LUCRETIA E. DAMMON, Administratrix CHARLES S. GIBBS, Attorney 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. JacobFrisch (DRUGGIST) Springfield, Illinois Republican candidate for REPRESENTATIVE 45th Senatorial District PRIMARY SEPTEMBER 13 Furnished Rooms 206 N. 14th St. Mrs. J. M. Thomas, Prop. 19, ORDER IT NOW!