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THE FORUM Historical Society State House . 1910 VOL. 12 - NO. 22 RESIDENCE OF A. In presenting to you a list of the business and professional men of Springfield, no individual has a more conspicuous and radiant record than A. Morris Williams, lawyer, banker, real estate dealer, and general business promoter. Mr. Williams is a native of Virginia, the Old Dominion State, the State of presidents. He came here in 1902 and began at the very bottom of the ladder of business and thro his indomitable business acumen, revolutionized the industrial fabric among colored people here and caused a phenomenal progress in the commercial field of our people. As a real estate man Mr. Williams has probably done more than any other colored man in this county, in the line of erecting buildings and residences. He is the direct cause of many of our people buying and owning their homes. Most of the creditable buildings occupied by colored people were conceived and constructed by his business genius and energies. We cite you to the Masonic Temple, the present building owned by L. F. Osborne, the building at 1026 E. Washington St., and the Hotel Brown, a monument to that part of Eleventh St. Residences have been erected by and thro him in all parts of the city. Last year he erected for himself a beautiful modern residence in the extreme S. W. part of the city Mr. Burrell Clark, proprietor of Clark's Tailor Shop, located at 812 E. Monroe St., is another young man who has come to our city but recently, and is making a record worthy of note and emulation. About four years ago Mr. Clark embarked into the present business and has stuck to the job, building up a crditable, paying enterprise which gives employment to several persons. His success is due to two things, mainly: Efficiency and the careful attention to business. When you take work to his place you can be assured that it will be done well and promptly delivered. Young men of this type should be encouraged by your patronage. When you patronize these enterprises you help yourself, because these men are giving employment to our young men and women. We note with interest that LaRue Willis is again in the employ of Myers Bros., the well-known clothiers. Mr. Willis was in their employ some time ago, but left them to take a position in the Ferguson Bldg. This makes two colored men in the employ of this firm, with Mr. Bert Singleton who have been with them for a number of years. When a firm appreciates the services of colored people, then the colored citizens should appreciate the firm's business. in the plat known as Hawthorn Hill, at a cost of $10,000, by far the prettiest Colored home in Central Illinois. Mr. Williams started the first colored insurance Co., in this part of the state. He started the first Enterprise Loan & Savings Co., and developed that institution into the Enterprise Bank, the 2nd colored bank for Illinois. The bank did a good business for 4 years during the time of his offical connection but after his resignation the bank soon collapsed. Mr. Williams contemplaces reopening the bank this fall. Mr. Williams studied law, beginning in 1904 and was admitted to the bar in 1907 and since practiced in connection with his other business. He has never taken an active part in pdltics, but has always been a consistent republican and supported the republican candidates. He has attended nearly all of the sessions of the Notional Negro Business League and is known far and wide over the country as a man who does things successfully. Immediately following the riot, in 1908, Mr. Williams went to the front, as a lawyer, and secured for more than 40 victims of the riot, claims for damages. He has a fine law office with a large and complete law library, worth over $1000. McDANIELS INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE. CHICAGO Rev. G. H. McDaniel, former president of Ambidexter Institute of this city, is still pressing forward, in the same lime of work, to the mark of the high calling. It will be remembered that he did a great work here and did a great good. He is now located at 3731 Elmwood St., Chicago, where he has been prosecuting this great work for over 8 years, with uninterrupted success, turning out many useful boys and girls annually. He is a man of rare ability and indomitable will and courage — sagacious and magnanimous, ever ready to do that which will help posterity, in years to come. They are now buying a beautiful building at 38th and Vincennes Ave. The people of this city, who appreciate noble efforts, will be pleased to learn that he is doing well in the work for which he has so assiduously striven to make a success, and for which he has sacrificed so much, both in time and money. His efforts are bound to bring forth fruit in due season. Misses Elise, Vera and Hallye Ford have returned from a visit in Decatur with Mrs. Myrtle Stewart-Harris and Mrs. Zoe Houston-Glass. George Neal is visiting in Chicago. SPRINGFIELD, ILL., SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 2, 1916 "Be Ye Doers and not Sayers only." CHAMPAIGN NEWS Mrs. L. A. Riley and Mrs. Ed. Riley attended the funeral of the former's son, in Chicago. Thomas Adams, grandson of Mrs. Louise Gubbs, of Omaha, Neb., died Aug. 26 1916. Mrs. S. R. Jones, a cousin, attended the funeral. Mr. John Willise died Sunday morning. He is survived by a wife and five children. The community is in sympathy with them. The Local Clubs are making elaborate preparations for the Ill. Federation of Colored Womens' Clubs. Miss Frieda Baldridge and Miss Florence Johnson are visiting relatives in Rantower, Ill. Mrs. Foults of N. Poplar St. has been visiting relatives and friends in Former City for the past two weeks. Miss Arfreta Miller D. G. M. N. G. of Ill., Wis. district grand House Hold, No. 18, spent a few hours in Champaign Aug. 26. Mrs. Ethel Boroughs is the guest of her sister, Miss Mabel Johnson of this city. Mr. and Mrs. David Dean entertained the Salem Baptist Church Choir in honor of Miss Woodroff of Little Rock, Ark., Thursday evening. Oases No. 3, Pilgrim Children of the Holy Cross, spent Aug. 24 in Danville as guest of Grand Temple and Grand Lodge, of the Pilgrim Knights of The World. Rev. Clanton, Rev. J. Rivers and Mrs. E. T. Dean, will attend the the Association in Danville. Miss Lula Carter is preparing to attend the National Training School at Wash. D. C. Oct. 2. If you want the Springfield Forum, see Mrs. E. T. Dean. Mrs. L. A. Riley and Mrs. Amanda Clark have been on the sick list this week. GEO. J. BEARD Mr George J. Beard, the subject of this sketch, was born and reared in this city; educated in the public schools here and is well known and respected by all the people of this city and state, with whom he is acquainted. He has, from manhood, taken an active part in politics and has been allied with the Democratic party every since 1894, when Altgeld was governor—22 years a Democrat. During all of these eventful years, he has stuck with the democrats and voted that ticket in every election. In the secret orders, he has taken a conspicuous part and held the highest places in those orders, being a past D. G. E. R. of the Elks; he has held many minor offices in thet order and the K. of P's. and is the present Master of Finance of Capitol City Lodge, K. of P. Mr. Beard has a creditable military record, being a veteran of the Spanish-American war, of the 8th Illinois regiment, having an honorable discharge, registered at the War Department. Local Brevities Wheeler Richards and Paul Payne spent last Sunday in St. Louis, Mo. Dr. Jas. E. Henderson has purchased an automobile. Mrs. Wm. Johnson, of E. Stuart St., is on the sick list. Rev. T. L. Smith, of Quincy, was in the city Monday, enroute to Danville to attend the the Association. Harry Brentz spent Sunday in Decatur with his aunt. The following persons left this week for Danville, to attend the Woodriver Baptist Association: Revs. S. C. Manuel, W. H. Carter, H. K. Wilson, Mesdames, William Watson, Hattie McTier, Bertha Hall, Fannie Johnson, Daisy Alexander, Annie Sallie, Misses, Eulalia Osby, Flossie Watson, and Mr. Thornton Coleman. Notice the advertisers in this issue, please discriminate in their favor. Dr. Turner, a young chemist, has a preparation, his own make, which is meritorious. Try a box. The Adams St. Grocery, owned by Mr. Khulman. should get a part of your steady trade. Read over the ads and trade with the advertisers. Mr. Watts, of Rockford, Ill., is in the City, visiting his wife. Herman Wilson and Watts, of Rockford, motored to Decatur last Sunday and had a very pleasant trip. In this special edition, in the Jacksonville column, appears the ad of Hugh Green, a young man aspiring for member of the 50th General Assembly. Mr. Green is a promising young man, and we believe, an honest man, who will be a credit to the state and an honor to himself and the district he seeks to represent. The Lecture at Union Baptist Church, Sunday afternoon Sept. 3rd, by Miss Elizabeth Freeman, representing the National Association for the Advancement of Colored people, against lynching, should be heard by all. Go prepared to contribute something. Dr. S. E. Turner has returned from a trip to his home in West Virginia, visiting several adjacent cities. Attorney B. G. Clanton was in Madison and St. Clair Counties last week on legal business. R. M. Sullivan, who has been away for some time in the interest of his health, has returned, very much improved. Little Jennie Osby is attending the Association at Danville. Miss Sarah Alexander is visiting her aunt in Danville, Ill. Misses Eulalia and Jennie Osby visiting in Danville, the guest of Miss Genevieve Nicholis. They attended the Woodriver Baptist Association which convened in that city this week. Miss Williams, of Elksville, a teacher in the Carbondale Public Schools, was in the city recently, the guest of Mrs. Annie Sallie. Miss Williams has been attending summer school at Normal, Ill. Misses Geneva Brown and Genevieve Sheen were recent visitors in this city. Attorney B. G. Clanton left Thursday night for Chicago on business. It seemed that Att'y. Gibbs was the orator for the occasion a while last Thursday evening. Mrs. Lawrence Smith, formerly Miss Anna Burke, was the guest of Miss Edythe Asey, recently. A CHAS. S. GIBBS The subject of this sketch needs no introduction to the citizens of Springfield. A trip to any of the Courts during the eleven busy months of the year, will make the visitor thoroughly acquainted with the large, stooping ungainly figure of Chas. S. Gibbs, the man of the common people, the laboring man's riend, the lawyer and hail fellow THE HOTEL HOTEL BROWN WILSON & LEWIS, Props. This beautiful 3 story hotel building was erected in 1914 and is one of the most commodious and convenient hostelries for colored people, in the state. Finest and largest Corlored Hotel in Illinois. Steam heat, bath and electric lights. Everything THE Mme. Mary F. Clarke, subject of this sketch, was born in Charleston, W. Va., daughter of Edward Lucy Penn, well-to-do residents of that city. She received her early education in that city, later going to New York where she took special courses in dressmaking and millinery, receiving her diploma in these arts. She married Harrison Clarke, in Charleston, then moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, where she followed her work with much success. Here one daughter was born, Ethel Clarke, a young woman of no mean ability as a massuese. Mrs Clarke came to this city a few years ago as an instructor in the Ambidexter Industrial Institute, and began a career of prominence with which we are all acquainted. At present she is located at 1030 E. Washington St. where she displays the latest styles ```markdown ``` PRICE: FIVE CENTS The image provided does not contain any text or visual content. It appears to be a blank or empty space with no discernible features. well met among the boys. Mr. Gibbs lays no especial claim to any distinction, except that of being true to his friends, his clients and his conscience, and only points to his life as a lawyer as the advertising card of his business. He can be found in his office from early morning until late in the evening, working tirelessly, fighting fearlessly and earnestly for the cause of his clients. new and up to date. Rooms by the day or night: 50c, 75c and $1.00, including free bath. Rates by the week, $2.50 and up. Cafe in connection. European plan. The management respectfully solicits the patronage of the public. Special care and attention given transient trade. ```markdown ``` in ladies' headgear as well as plies a flourishing business as a dressmaker and modiste. She was one of the exhibitors at the Half Century Exposition and we are informed that she was given special praise as being the only woman representative from this city. In addition to the above mentioned arts, Mrs. Clarke is a master of all needlework and displays the latest novelties in crochet and embroidery. She also, is an agent for the exclusive line of jewelry manufactured by J. F. Hartwell & Co., successors to J. Pierik, and is their only colored saleswoman. CHATHAM ILL Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Riddle, of Dennison, Tex., are the guests of Mr. Riddle's sister, Mrs. Edw. M. Williams. Mrs. Riddle left for Continued on Page 6, col. 5 Springfield, Illinois. 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. T. E. LYON Mr. Thos. E. Lyon, who has represented the people of Illinois in the Legislature from the 45th Senatorial District for several terms, is a candidate for re-nomination at the primaries held Sept. 13th. There has never been a man to that body with a cleaner record; he has never been accused of betraying a trust or being indifferent in regards to the things which make society better and government more nearly ideal. We can not but speak in the highest terms of him and commend him to the voters of Sangamon and Morgan Counties. TAXING OUT THE NEGRO While some newspapers in the south have bemoaned the threatened emigration of Negroes from that section to the northern states, there are others who view with alarm the proposed immigration of Negroes from the north to the south. It appears that a project is on foot to colonize certain lands in South Carolina with northern Negro farmers. This brings from so liberal a journal as the Columbia State the remark that as South Carolina's population is already 55 per cent black, what is desired is that it should become preponderantly white. After admitting the right of any one to buy South Carolina land and sell it to northern Negroes, the State adds: "Justice under the law should be done to any lawful undertaking, but that is no guaranty that equity will be done by the tax assessors of a county or a township where the enterprise is unanimously regarded as a nuisance and a public injury." Thus, added to the disfranchisement of the Negro, is the threat of taxing him out of the state. THE NATIONAL POLITICAL SITUATION THE NATIONAL POLITICAL SITUATION Hughes Has Completed First Itinerary The National campaign has become interesting. Hughes has ended his first swing across the continent, well pleased with the results. Fairbanks was notified, officially, last Thursday, that he is the Vice Presidential Nominee on the Republican ticket. Col. Roosevelt will make several speeches for the republican party—6 or 8 at least. It will be the most remarkable, and spectacular, political battle, in our history. The Republican seige guns are ready for action, and will resound around the world. The Democrats are ready with their heavy artillery, and with president Wilson's foxy tactics, will attempt to prove that all that glitters is gold. How they will shout the harvest home on the "kept us out of war," prosperity and other imaginations, credited to Wilson. The German-American vote will play an important part and Wilson has used the greatest strategy possible to win that vote. We fail to see how he can hope, however, to poll a single Negro vote. A colored man who will vote for such an indifferent sedate proposition as His excellency, is a fool. Mr. Wilson has not opened his mouth and uttered one word against the greatest out rage of modern times—the crime of lynch law. When Booker T. Washington, one of the greatest Americans, died, he never sent a word of con- dolence. He is a weak, vacillating, cold, obdurate, coward, yieldin to the sentiment of the South. He has proven to be a dangerous man for chief Executive. He has been out witted by Carranza, and bluffed by Germany. There is nothing else to do but retire him—if not, what shall we do to be saved? Springfield's new High School building is being rapidly constructed and will be a monument to our educational pride. A large corps of workmen are busy daily. CLAIRE E. HUTCHIN For Representative, 28th Senatorial District Mr. Claire E. Hutchin, of Decatur, a young Attorney-at-law, well known and liked by all, is a candidate on the Republican ticket for the Legislature. His district comprises the counties of Macon, DeWitt and Logan, and to the colored voters of these counties, we most highly commend Mr. Hutchin, and solicit for him their unstinted support. The colored people of Decatur speak in the highest terms of this young man and say that he represents the high type of American youth, and that the colored man can be assured of a "square" deal when it comes to legislation and recognition. Therefore, with such a reputation, we feel that the colored citizens, as well as others, can afford to support this young man and give him a chance to show to the world, what manner of man he is. J. B. QUINCY, ILLINOIS. Candidate For The Republican Nomination For Attorney General State's Attorney for Adams County 1896-1900, Corporation Counsel of the City of Quincy 1907-08, State Representative 36th District, 46th, 47th, 48th, and 49th General Assemblies. Chairman Temperance Committee of the House. Had Charge of the Woman's Suffrage Bill on the Third Reading in the House; Also of the Legislative Program of the Committee on Uniform State laws of the State Bar Association. Member of the Board of Governors of the State Bar Association. Lay Delegate to the General Conference of the Methodist Church at Saratoga Springs in May. Member of Bodley Lodge No. 1, A. F. and A. M. Georgia legislators have refused to pass a bill providing for the removal of any sheriff in whose county lynching occurs. Reputation is reputation and must be protected at any cost, says the state that failed to punish the lynching of Leo Frank. Illinois State Journal Why single out Frank? This is the same Georgia that burned Sam Hose to a stake 19 or 20 years ago; the same Georgia that lynches more men each year than any other state. The same Georgia where hell has reigned for 30 years. Mr. Andrew Gordon, of East Reynolds St., is making some very extensive improvements on his house. MINISTER WRITES COMPLETE DRAMA Literary Work of Dr. W. S. Smith Shows Merit. REGALLS CIVIL WAR SCENES Promoters of Interesting Play- Take Name of Frederick Douglass, Whose Labors For the Freedom of His Race Bridged Two Continents—Story of Love and Romance. The story entitled "The Colored American Winning His Suit" is the first and only drama of its kind written, directed and played by colored people in the United States. It portrays the progress of the race in its rise from the depths of poverty and ignorance to remarkable heights of prosperity and education. The author of the story is the Rev. Dr. W. S. Smith, pastor of the Monumental Baptist church, Jersey City, N. J. The promoters are known as the Frederick Douglass Film company, so named in honor of Frederick Douglass, the great abolition orator and statesman who fought for the freedom of the colored race in America from slavery. The story of the play in brief sets forth in part that at the close of the civil war Bob Winnall's father and mother found themselves free, but A. E. REV. DR. W. S. SMITH. poverty stricken. Bob's father, full of determination, was not to be daunted and began his life of freedom by renting a farm from his former master, remaining in the same log cabin in which freedom found him. Later on, humble though his home, two children—Bob and Bessie—came to bless it. The family prospered, and years later Bob's father bought his former master's homestead from the son, and thus became the owner of the estate on which he once lived as a slave. Desiring to give his children a good education, he sends his daughter, Bessie, to Spellman seminary, Atlanta, Ca., and his son, Bob, to Howard university, Washington. Four years later Robert Winall returns to his home at Overway, Va., from the law department of Howard university. A few days later his sister, Bessie, comes from Spellman seminary at Atlanta. She brings her class and roommate, Miss Alma Elton, as vacation guest, both having just graduated. Bob falls in love with Alma at first sight. He had heard much of Alma through Bessle. Bob, Bessle and Alma spend their vacation happily, talking over their future plans, riding out, and entertaining friends. In the meantime, Bob and Alma become engaged, and he gives her the ring. Alma's parents write her to come home to take charge as principal and teacher of the high school. Alma leaves for home. A home coming reception is held in the Elton home for her, to which a much talked of young man was invited, namely, James Sample. He was the son of a wealthy cotton farmer and had gone to Upton as a contractor and builder. Without Alma's knowledge, her parents had selected him as a fit man for a son-in-law. Jim, the contractor and builder, aided by Alma's parents makes every effort to win her love. Bob writes Alma that he has decided to come to Upton to practice law. At the dictation of her mother, she writes Bob not to come, stating that she did not think it a good place to build up a law practice. Bob surmised that Alma's love for him had grown cold, and he determined to go and rekindle the flames of love. Bob goes to Upton, finds a place for his office. A day or so later Alma and the contractor pass that way. She is surprised to see a new sign that reads, "Robert Winnall, Attorney-at-Law." Bob called to see Alma three or four times and learned why she wrote him as she did. They quarrel and make up. But the rich contractor, Jim Sample, continues pleading at the bar of Alma's heart, aided by her parents, who were continually holding before her eyes the dazzling light of his wealth in comparison to the poverty of Bob, the lawyer. At last Alma tells Bob that she loves him still, but her parents have educated her, and she wishes to be obedient to them. So she returns the engagement ring. Alma's father is in the express business. He is the rival of one Mr. Hinderus, who at one time had all of the express, business of Upton. One day while Elton's men were making delly- eries a small box containing a $1,000 necklace fell out of the wagon and was found by little children on the street, who did not know its value. They put it on their doll. A day or so later Elton's men were arrested, accused of the theft. Elton was out of town. Mr. Hinderus had the men released so as to get the theft upon Elton. He arouses suspicion that Elton knows where the necklace is. He talked with the lawyers on the matter and persuaded them not to take Elton's case. Bob was not considered. A warrant was issued for Elton's arrest. Detectives were watching his house and office. Alma and her mother were much worked up over the situation. They sought to counsel with the different lawyers, but they refused to take the case. As a last resort Mrs. Elton goes to Bob. He takes the case, saying, "We must have a bondsman." Mrs. Elton tells Bob that her husband and Colonel Goodwill are lifelong friends. Colonel Goodwill is the rich man in town. He had helped Elton to get his start in business. Bob goes to see the colonel, who said, "Yes, I will go Elton's bond and take the stand for him and testify to his good character." Elton returns to Upton, is arrested on the street and brought into court. Bob and the colonel appear and fix the ball. Bob gets the colonel to offer a reward for the lost necklace. In the meantime Boi learned that the necklace had been found by children who were playing in the street, and he sent a detective to bring them and the necklace to the court on the day of the trial. The grand jury had indicted Elton. The case was called. Colonel Goodwill appeared for Elton. Bob made a strong plea, and in the nick of time the detective with the children and necklace came into court while Elton stood at the bar. The judge dismissed the case. Bob had won all. A few days later Bob and Alma stood before the minister who made them one and who said, "Mr. Winall, you have proved your right to the name you bear." Bob and Alma are last seen standing in loving embrace. Bob's first suit in court and courtship was won. He had won all. Dr. Smith was greatly aided in his manuscript work by Dr. George E. Cannon, Mr. Walter E. Carter and others. BELIEVES IN EQUAL CHANCE Discrimination Against Colored Chauffeurs Called Rank Injustice. A patron of the Brooklyn Dally Eagle expresses the following liberal and favorable sentiment for the colored chauffeur in a recent letter to the Eagle: In reading the communication in your paper today I was attracted by the one signed "L. J. W." on "The Colored Chauffeur." I am greatly interested in the progress and welfare of the Negro. Last winter I got into conversation with one of them, and in the course of our talk he informed me of just what your correspondent "L. J. W." had written—the discrimination practiced against Negroes at suburban hotels. It was his opinion that the chief source of this opposition came from white chauffeurs, who did what they could to prejudice the proprietors of country inns against Negro drivers. He said that it was the belief of large numbers of white chauffeurs that the Negro chauffeur worked cheaper than they and, besides, was compelled to do chores around the house. So it appears to me that the desire to eliminate the Negro as a chauffeur springs from an economic reason. Nevertheless I consider it a rank injustice that efficient and respectable Negroes should be driven from their means of livelihood. OFFICIALS UPHOLD THE LAW Mayor and Judge at Chester, Pa., Bar "Birth of a Nation." The colored people of Chester, Pa., are to be congratulated on winning their recent fight against the production in Chester of the film play called "The Birth of a Nation." Mayor McDowell issued the order for bidding the production of the play on the ground that it might cause trouble. There are about 10,000 colored people in Chester and the leaders among them stuck to their contention that the play is a base reflection upon the character, thrift and intelligence of the race, and besides it is not true from a historical standpoint. Judge Johnson refused the preliminary injunction asked by the theater in which the play was to be shown, declaring that the courts cannot assume that the police are mistaken in thinking that the play will create disorder. It is asking the court to say that the fears of the police are groundless. Judge Johnson's decision is the first of the kind made in Pennsylvania. HOWARD P. DREW'S ILLNESS Hope For Noted Sprinter's Recovery Is General Among All Classes. A Los Angeles dispatch of Aug. 22 states that Howard P. Drew, the sprinter and holder of the world's record for the 100 yard dash, is suffering from a stroke of paralysis and will be unable to take part in future track contests. His left side is affected. Howard Drew holds the record of 9 3-5 seconds for the 100 yards and has equaled the record of 21 1-5 for the 220 yard dash. He was a member of the American team at the Olympic meet at Stockholm in 1912. Besides his work as an athlete Mr. Drew is an earnest student of books and is fond of music. Much regret is expressed over his illness and hope for his recovery is general among all classes. William J. Butler Republican Candidate for Lieutenant Governor FEARLESS. COURAGEOUS. HONEST He appeals to you as man to man He never forsakes a friend. He but is grateful to his friends. He crite. He was born in Springfield all his interests lie. There never lican—a man who believes abso- party as originally enunciated; he hearted that race, creed, color o does not swerve him from the r in that speech Lincoln made a C He went to the Legislature in was instrumental in securing an permanent location of the S He was a bank examiner for several states. In 1914 he was s The best thing that we can say our opinion, he is the man for t which he may aspire. LOWDEN G SLOGAN C He appeals to you as man to man and asks for your support. He never forsakes a friend. He does not claim to be perfect, but is grateful to his friends. He is sincere and not a hypocrite. He was born in Springfield: he was educated here; here all his interests lie. There never was born a stronger Republican—a man who believes absolutely in the principles of the party as originally enunciated; a man who is so broad and true hearted that race, creed, color or condition, previous or present, does not swerve him from the right as he sees it. He believes in that speech Lincoln made a Gettysburg that afternoon. He went to the Legislature in 1894. During that session he was instrumental in securing an appropriation of $225,000 for the permanencen location of the St'te Fair in Springfield. He was a bank examiner for a number of years covering several states. In 1914 he was again sent to the Legislature. The best thing that we can say for W. J. Butler is that in our opinion, he is the man for this or any other position to which he may aspire. LOWDEN GOVERNOR; SLOGAN OF VOTERS Pledges Efficient Service to People and Works for Party Success. Frank O. Lowden, measuring four-square, is pre-eminently the man for governor of Illinois. That the Republican voters of the state realize this and are giving him a support that will insure his nomination in the primary PETER H. FRANK O. LOWDEN. Wednesday, September 13, is dally evidenced by the reports from every section. No Abuse or False Issues. He has not indulged in personal abuse nor raised false issues. He has not attempted to belittle, malign or be smirch any other Republican candidate and he will not do so. Col. Lowden takes the position he would rather be defeated at the Republican primary than resort to methods that will jeopardize the success of the Republican party in Illinois at the November election. Working for Party Harmony. Working for Party Harmony. Col. Lowlen is devoting himself to a discussion and advocacy of Republican policies, national and state. He is pursuing a course which means party harmony and party success. Republicans in every part of the state are commending him and newspapers. "You've tried Now try the For making St Soft and Turner's Ha fills the bill. A Tr "You've tried the rest, Now try the best" For making Stubborn Hair Soft and Glossy Turner's Hair Pomade fills the bill. A Trial is convincing. POST PAID 25c CALL OR WRITE THE TURNER CHEMICAL CO. 1009 E. WASHINGTON ST. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. AGENTS WANTED. and asks for your support. He does not claim to be perfect. He is sincere and not a hypo- fold: he was educated here; here was born a stronger Repub- lutely in the principles of the a man who is so broad and true or condition, previous or present, right as he sees it. He believes Gettysburg that afternoon. 1894. During that session he a appropriation of $225,000 for tute Fair in Springfield. a number of years covering again sent to the Legislature. by for W. J. Butler is that in this or any other position to GOVERNOR; OF VOTERS outside the city of Chicago, are almost universally endorsing him. No Factional Control. "I am not and will not be the candidate of any faction, and I will take no part in any factional contests," says Col. Lowden, "either in Cook county or in any other county. I will not be a party to any slate ticket. As a candidate I shall make no promises, either express or implied, and shall have no alliances, either direct or remote, which will embarrass the free exercise of my best judgment in discharging the duties of governor should I be nominated and elected." High Government Ideals. Let the voters of illinois ask themselves if a more direct or explicit statement could be made in the cause of good government? Every charge of factionalism is without basis, made not with intent to state a truth, but for the sole purpose of misleading the voters of the state in an effort to have prejudice rather than fact direct the casting of their votes. Man of Broad Experience. In Col. Lowden the Republicans of Illinois not only have an experienced business man, a lawyer of force and wise counsel, one selected because of his manifest qualification to fill the chair of Federal Jurisprudence in Northwestern Law School, but also a farmer, not in theory, but versed in the practical problems of the farmer and stock breeder. Represents All Classes. Not only have the small merchants of the country, cities and villages, the tollers and workers of the state, opportunity in supporting Col. Lowden to secure an active champion and one who by reason of his residence in the country understands the problems which beset them as distinguished from those of the big cities, but the farmers of Illinois have opportunity of making governor a man who knows the problems of the farmer, not as a theory, but from 15 years of active work in the development of farming, dairying and live stock breeding along approved practical lines. He Is Practical Man. Farmers of this state who have been privileged to hear Col. Lowden speak at gatherings where the needs of agriculture and modern farming have been considered, attest the statement that he proves himself a practical man—a surprise to those who are not intimately acquainted with Col. Lowden's activities in agriculture. As one farmer sald, who heard him address a meeting of farmers: "He talks our language; he knows our business." Where, we ask the voter in every line of work, can you find a man better equipped than Col. Lowden to serve you? From every standpoint it is clear he is the man to vote for and to be the Republican nominee for governor. the rest, best" rubborn Hair Glossy hir Pomade orial is convincing. DECATUR,ILL. W. H. BLACK Republican Candidate for State's Attorney Has Strong Endorsement From Leading Colored People Hon. W. H. Black, Attorney-at-law for a number of years, and a prominent man of Macon County, formerly Master in Chancery, is a Candidate on the Republican ticket for State's Attorney. That he is thoroughly competent and possesses every qualification, there is no question. Mr. Black has lived in Decatur, and practised law here, for over 25 years and is a pioneer of this City and County. The principles of the Republican Party have been espoused by him all of his mature life. In speaking of Mr. Black, to the representative of The Forum, some of the most loyal and representatives colored citizens have said: "W. H. Black is the friend of the Colored man, or rather, he is a man who is fair to all. He makes no discrimination and believes in giving a square deal to all. That is the sort of man we are for, and we endorse. The Colored people never had a better friend than Black. Yes he will poll a large number of colored votes." Such a statement argues well for a candidate, especially when such statements were voluntary and unsolicited. With these testimonials, we are pleased to commend him to the constituency of Macon County. The colored people, however, have said nothing detrimental against the other candidates, and declare they will support the nominee, whether Black, Deck or Walters. Mr. Black, they say have proven himself to be a man of the highest and most valuable type, an unswerving Republican and a patriotic American. He stands for the progress and uplift of the city, and will prosecute, but not persecute, anyone who is an offender. W. E. COMBE Republican Candidate For Coroner Well Qualified To Fill The Office. Can Be Relied Upon To Do The Square Thing Mr. Combe is a business man and is known and well thought of by the people of Macon County. Of Mr. Combe, the colored people are speaking in the highest terms. They believe he will make an official against whom there will be no odium. He is credited with a reputation which is an honor to any man. Therefore, it will be well for the colored people of Macon County to think well before casting a ballot for any other man. NICKENS & SON GROCERS We are still doing a flourishing business, being in the 4th year of of our business. Meat Market in connection. Fresh country produce. Staple and Fancy Groceries, Candies, Gum, Cigars, etc. We desire to thank the colored people who have helped this enterprise and we want those who have not assisted, to wake up to the sense of their duty. 169 W. Decatur St. Decatur is doing a good deal more paving. They will soon have the best and greatest amount of paving of any town in the State. Now take a look up N. Main St., or N. Water St., at night. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Payne, of Cincinnati, O., are visiting Mrs. Payne's father, J. W. Walker, 1419 S. 15th also other relatives. J. L. DECK Republican Candidate For Re-election. Has Made Splendid Record. Highly Endorsed State's Attorney Deck is closing his first four years of work with a record that will compare favorably with any in the State. He has been an indefatigable worker and has proven to be fair and impartial to all interests, making the duties of the office and the people's interests uppermost, thus winning the praise of all fair minded law abiding citizens. He is worthy of re-nomination and election, and it seems almost certain that he will be the successful candidate. If a square deal, strict attention to business, impartial enforcement of the laws and prosecution of criminals, appeal to the people, then you should re-nominate and elect Mr. Deck to the office to which he aspires, States's Attorney of Macon county for four more years. It will be no easy matter to get a better man. You may get one who will not measure up to the high standard attained by Mr. Deck. NEW BUSINESS VENTURE Mr. Mrs. Robert Earnest have purchased the valuable and beautiful piece of property at 479 South Main St. They have built a store-room on the south portion of the property and opened a first-class grocery store. Here they will handle a complete line of staple and fancy groceries and produce. The store is to be known as the "4 ways" grocery. The colored people of Decatur should give Mr. and Mrs Earnest praise for this very modern and pleasing business enterprise. There is no question but what they will receive a large patronage because Mr. and Mrs. Earnest are very cordial persons and know how to treat people. They are already receiving a large patronage from the white people, who live in the vicinity. The colored people are showing their appreciation by gradually giving substantial patronage. The correspondent has been informed that segregation is a thing of the Past in Decatur theatres. It should not exist anywhere, and will be eliminated everywhere when the people become truly civilized, Christianized and baptized in the Golden Rule. Some few weeks ago, E. R. Browne took the matter to the courts and it costs the theatre managers about $500 and a lot of trouble, so they have reached the conclusion that segregation is too "darned" costly. All evil is sin, and all sin is costly. GEORGE R. FLINT Republican Candidate For CORONER We desire to call your attention to George R. Flint, Candidate for Coroner. This is a very important office,-an office which requires the services of a man who investigates sudden deaths, or accidents which terminate fatally. For such an office you desire a man of affability, good temperament and equipoise. Mr. Flint is such a man He has been spoken of, in the most favorable terms by colored men who know him, and who have dealt with him. He will also recognize colored men to the extent of placing them on the Coroner's jury. This is the information advanced by colored friends of Mr. Flint who are advocating his nomination. He is well qualified for the office. Mr. Flint is a chemist and has been in the business of manufacturing chemicals for several years. Therefore, in supporting Mr. Flint, you need have no fears of going wrong, or getting a man who will fail to measure up to the requirements of the office. The new wall paper and paint store, opened by A. Page on W. Main St. is a new enterprise worthy of comment, Mr. Page is an enterprising man and this new addition to Decatur's Negro enterprises, adds much to the onward march of our people. Mesdames Love and Pearson, two enterprising ladies, have rented and remodeled the building formerly occupied by Mr. Chase, overlooking the transfer station, in the heart of the city and have a very elegant and commodious place—each room has been well renovated and the place is now a credit to Decatur—a very convenient place for transient people. The place has 19 rooms. The ladies propose to keep the place in first class condition and will be pleased to have the public make this their stopping place when in Decatur. Rooms will be let by the day week or month. Remember the place, opposite transfer station, cor. W. Main and N. Main up stairs. Page&Son Wall Paper & Paint Store 240 W. MAIN ST. A fine assorted line of beautiful paper to select from. The best Oil and Lead for painting. We do Plastering, Brick Work and Jobbing of any kind in our line. Bell Phone 511 Residence Phone 2699. NEGRO STUDENTS SAVE ONION CROP Amherst, Mass.—A force of 300 Negro students from the Hampton Instituté, Va., and 500 other Negroes from the South, farmed and harvested the onion crop in a portion of Connecticut this year, when the regular farms hands left the fields for higher wages in the munition factories of the state, according to a statement of J. W. Alsop of Avon, Conn., before the Onion Growers of Hampshire and Franklin counties yesterday. Mr. Alsop said: "When our laborers went to the factories we raised $8,000 and sent to employment agents in the cities. The men provided were worse than useless. Then we sent to the South and got 300 students from Hampton Institute and other schools and 500 other Negroes. "These students went to church, sang well and by their gentlemanly conduct won the good will of the community and the praise of their employers." LINCOLN. ILL. Representative Clifford Quisenberry died here this week after an illness of six weeks following an operation. He was well known and popular. JACKSONVILLE Mosley & Son Dealers in Second Hand Furniture, Stoves, Rugs, Chinaware Shoes and Clothes, respectfully solicits the patronage from the public. 212 South Mauvaisterre St. MATTHEW L. HILDRETH JACKSONVILLE, ILL. Candidate for the Republican Nomination For the Legislature For the Legislature from the 45th Senatorial District, Sangamon and Morgan Counties. Endorsed by the Morgan County Republican Central Committee for the office to which I aspire. I will greatly appreciate your your support at the PRIMARIES SEPT. 13, [Political Advertisement] LITTLE DOUGLAS TEA ROOM The Little Douglas Tea Room 225 Sandy St. is a late enterprise run by Mrs. Jas. Mallory. It is a prosperous little business and is run on first class order. Lunches are served at all hours. In connection there is an ice cream parlor where all the delicacies of the season, such as soft drinks, cream, watermelon etc. are served. When in Jacksonville this is a very convenient place to visit and to be served. Phones: Bell 436; Ill., 194. BASKET'S LUNCH ROOM Morgan and Broadwry, Sts. The lunch stand conducted by Mr. and Mrs. H. Baskett, which specializes in Hambergers, is a prosperous business. Mrs. Baskett was formerly Miss Katie Johnson, of 537 W. Williams Bl. Springfield, is the wife of H. Baskett, and has developed into a strictly business woman—she conducts the business outright. She has been at the business steady for 4 years and is making a success. She shows what it takes to be a strictly business woman and attend strictly to business. Their trade is made up of the best white and colored trade in the city. Mrs. Baskett was always ambitious to go into business. They invite you to their stand and will always treat you courteous and give good service. PEORIA NOTES Bishop Spaulding, one of the fore most prelates of this state, died at his home here last week. Peoria has the honor to have been the home of many great churchmen—also the honor to have possessed Robert G. Ingersol, a man of contrast opinion. The constant improvements along the river front adds much beauty to that part of the city. Peoria colored young people are doing wisely—attending the high schools and Bradley Polytechnic Institute. Vote for HUGH GREEN For Member of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 45th SENATORIAL DISTRICT, SANGAMON, MORGAN and GREEN HUGH GREEN, Jacksonville, Ill., for REPRESENTATIVE Primaries Sept. 13, 1916 Andrew Russel LOGICAL CANDIDATE FOR STATE AUDITOR A Friend to the Colored people and a Man Thoroughly Competent in Every Respect REPNBLICAN PRIMARIES SEPTEMBER 13.1916 Forty years of bank and bookkeeping experience. The office of State Auditor needs a man who fully understands business account. If nominated and elected, he will devote his undivided attention to the office and a vote for him will be a vote for efficiency and economical methods. M. help himself; if nominated and elected, people of Sangamon counties a worthy re HUGH GREEN, Jacksonville, Primaries S GEO. W. WRIGHT DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR CORONER Solicits your Vote in the Primary Election Andrew LOGICAL CANDIDATE AUDI A Friend to the Co- Man Thoroughly Every I REPNBLICAN PRIMARIE Forty years of bank a perience. The office of State A who fully understand If nominated and vote his undivided a fice and a vote for for efficiency and e VOTE FOR Jacob Frisch (DRUGGIST) Springfield, Illinois Republican candidate for REPRESENTATIVE 45th Senatorial District PRIMARY SEPTEMBER 13 DR. H. A. CESS, Chiropodist ROOM 212, Second Floor 321 Main St. Peoria, Ill. JACOB FRISCH W. A. PAVEY THOS. E. LYON MATTHEW L. HILDRETH I. S. DUNN HUGH GREEN Hugh Green; Lawyer; Jacksonville, Ill.; born, southern Illinois, 1887; encouraged to make the race by repeated suggestions from numerous voters in the rank and file of the party; left fatherless at age of three; trained up by mother; educated in district; common and high schools, college in Jacksonville, law school in Chicago; worked for principal part of money required to pay his own way; as farm hand, slerk, common laborer, steward, collector, library attendant, contestant for cash prizes; unsuccessful candidate for Republican nomination for representative in 1914; after defeat, active as a speaker and worker for party; experience in justice, county circuit, appellate and supreme courts; always voted "dry"; is in favor of county option, woman suffrage, constitutional convention; evision of revenue laws, protection of industrial workers, good roads, civil service, economy; attendant Methodist church; a tireless worker for a record of energy, integrity, self-reliance; enthusiastically helped by many good people because they have seen that he strives to he would no doubt; strive to make the representative. , Ill., for REPRESENTATIVE Sept. 13, 1916 C. W. BOSTON Democratic Candidate for CIRCUIT CLERK Solicits your Vote in the Primary and Election New Russel DATE FOR STATE EDITOR colored people and a ly Competent in Respect DES SEPTEMBER 13, 1916 and bookkeeping ex- Auditor needs a man ands business account. elected, he will de- attention to the of- him will be a vote economical methods. Mr. David Giles of N. Smith St. has returned after a three weeks trip to his old home in Virginia, also Washington D. C. and N. Y He reports a nice time only his visit was marred by the sudden death of his brother C. Frank Giles of Washington D. C. Mrs. W. H. Anderson returned to Danville Saturday after a four weeks visit with relatives. She had accompanied home by Mrs. A. W. Anderson, of Tulsa, Okla. who has been visiting in this city. Married, August 21, 1916, at the home of the bride, Rev. J. J. Chappelle, officiating, Miss Jessie Doug las and Floyd Watson, both of this city. Capital Cash Grocery and Meat Market New Phone 540 Golden Age Flour Aristos, Snow White Pillsburys Flour Gold Medal Flour Corn, Tomatoes, Peas We carr Louis L. H MT. V SUG n Age Flour s, Snow White urys Flour Medal Flour Tomatoes, Peas, We carry a comp is L. Emmer Louis L. Emmerson MT. VERNON Republican Candidate for SECRETARY Louis L. Emmerson, candy Secretary of State on the primaries in 1916, was born in Illinois, December 27, school education and growing to Mt. Vernon, Ill. in merchantile business continue he organized the Third Nai of which he is now and h dent. He is a member of the has the honor of having degree, Lnights of Pythias, Loyal Loyal of Moose, Elks and Sangamo Club of Spring Registers. RETARY OF STATE Cummerson, candidate for the new State on the Republican tide 1916, was born at Albion, Ea- December 27, 1863. He obta- tion and grew to manhood to Wernon, Ill. in 1887, where he business continuously unti- n the Third National Bank of this now and has been for some Member of the Masonic order, nor of having received thir- dits of Pythias, Red Men, Wor- d of Moose, Elks, Hamilton Clu- b Club of Springfield.—Mt. SECRETARY OF STATE Louis L. Emmerson, candidate for the nomination for Secretary of State on the Republican ticket at the primaries in 1916, was born at Albion, Edwards county, Illinois, December 27, 1863. He obtained a high school education and grew to manhood there, removing to Mt. Vernon, Ill. in 1887, where he engaged in merchantile business continuously until 1911, when he organized the Third National Bank of Mt. Vernon of which he is now and has been for some time, president. He is a member of the Mesonic order, in which he has the honor of having received thirty third and degree, Lnights of Pythias, Red Men, Woodmen, Elks, Loyal Loyal of Moose, Elks, Hamilton Club of Chicago and Sangamo Club of Springfield.—Mt. Vernon Daily Register. A. Prof. G. H. L. NELSON, City Health Inspector Mr. Nelson is Springfield's first colored Health Officer, and during the year he has held that important and delicate position has made an enviable record for efficiency and courteous discharge of duty. He has gone, in an official capacity, into some of the wealthiest and most cultured homes and has been repeatedly commended to his superiors by the inmates. He has done much charity among the poor of both races and has displayed a kindness of heart and sympathy that was previously unknown save to his most intimate friends. In an interview with the editor he said, "My highest aim is to so conduct my official duties as to make it possible for a Negro to succeed me when I am relieved of my present position." Frank Rudolph. Practical Horseshoeing. 227 N. Seventh St. Bell 3479. ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` CITY OF STATE Candidate for the nomination for the Republican ticket at the seat at Albion, Edwards coun-1863. He obtained a high way to manhood there, remov-1887, where he engaged in unusually until 1911, when national Bank of Mt. Vernon has been for some time, presi- Mesonic order, in which he ing received thirty third and Red Men, Woodmen, Elks, Hamilton Club of Chicago Engfield.—Mt. Vernon Daily [Picture of a man in a suit and bow tie]. John Cole, plain clothes police officer—a man who can be relied upon to do nothing but the right and honorable thing. In appointing him, the city made a wise selection. JAMES B. OSBY Republican Candidate for CORONER I want and need your vote, will you please help me PRIMARY, SEPT. 13, 1916 I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of Auditor, for the county of Sangamon, subject to the decision of the Republican primaries. Wed. Sept. 13. A. R. Drennan. $1.00 , Spaghetti and Noodles 25c cks for 25c packages 25c kies, per lb. 12 $2c sh and Salt Meats Stone & PROPRIETOR 4 Chair Imperial 821 East Washington Street BARBERS: Horace Stone & Jones PROPRIETOR Chair Imperial Barber Shop Hington Street Springfield, Illinois BARBERS: Horace Stone, Lloyd Jones 4 Chair Imperial Barber Shop 821 East Washington Street Springfield, Illinois BARBERS: Horace Stone, Lloyd Jones E. Hazel Wallace FUNERAL DIRECTOR PROMPT AMBULANCE SERVI Prices the Lowest 119 NORTH PT AMBULANCE SERVICE—CHAPEL IN CONNECTION est Satisfaction Guaranteed 119 NORTH EIGHTH STREET PROMPT AMBULANCE SERVICE—CHAPEL IN CONNECTION Prices the Lowest Satisfaction Guaranteed 119 NORTH EIGHTH STREET Dr. J. I. Miles DENTIST Special Attention given Children's Teeth Rooms 1-3 Nelson Bid'g. SEVENTH and ADAMS STREET Furnished Rooms 206 N. 14th St. Mrs. J. M. Thomas, Prop. Dunbar Books, Dunbar Books, Dunbar Books, at the Forum office and J. P. Roberts Shoe Store. Al! the best papers on sale at Roberts Shoe Store. 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 When in Lincoln always stop at Hardin & Bernard's Palace. The finest in Lincoln. Absolutely sanitary. Leisey's wine on tap, cold. Finest of wine, liquors ann cigars. imported and home made. A strictly fist 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 Hair Cutting, Shaving, and Hand Massage a Specialty. 1030 E. WASHINGTON STREET WASHINGTON STREET PEORIA, ILLINOIS. Electric and Hand Massage BELL PHONE, 6350 Office, Bell 2156 Economy Cleaning Old Phone 839 Hot and Cold Baths CALLS PROMPTLY ANSWERED Bell Phone 2322 A. Morris Williams Attorney at Law. 115 South 11th St. 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. Office Phone 3327 Residenee 4338 B. G. CLANTON $ 8 1 5_{2}^{1} $ E. Washington Street ATTORNEY AT LAW $ 7 2 3_{2}^{1} $ E. Washington THE FREEMAN FLATS (Newly Completed) 100 Jackson St.-New Phone 2184-B. VOTE FOR L. A. [SHUG] BRAWNER Candidata For CORONER SANGAMON COUNTY Subject to the Decision of the Republican Primaries, September 13. 1916 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 larger 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 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. W. T. Scott, editor of the Leader is a B. M. C. delegate and will leave Sept. 9 to attend the 18 biennial session, which meets this year in Washington, D. C. Springfield will be the center of attraction for the Labor Day Celebration for Central Illinois this year. Lloyd Jones was ill last Saturday, being absent from the shop. Miss Izetta Duncan, 115 S. 11th St. returned last Saturday from a visit to Chicago. C. B. Davis, of Petersburg, was in the city last Saturday, on business. In another column of this paper appears a full Negro ticket in Tennessee. It is a very timely thing. It is "The Thing." The colored people of the South should have done this long ago. Bruce Ford has returned. Bruce says he has been "everywhere" with Chicago the center. Over certain sections of the South, during the past week, 6 or 8 colored men and women were mobbed and put to death without a trial, and for mere suspicions. This affair has been tolerated by the people of this government about as long as the colored people can stand it. We sincerely believe it is aimed for National intervention. If the Government of the U. S. does not do something to remedy this condition, the 10,000,000 Negroes will be found seeking redress from a source which is liable to embarass the government of the U. S. Among the many business acumen and tenacity, Mr. N. Dyer proprietor of the restaurant and lunch room, is chief. This business has been the main colored restatrant in the city, giving employment to several young men and women every week, for the past 4 years. Men like Mr, Dyer deserve credit for having maintained their business and making it such a success. We do not know of two men to whom the colored people are more loyal than W. J. Butler and C. F. Mortimer, the one a candidate for Lieut. Governor; the other for State's Attorney. Both are men of true Americanized souls—rooted and grounded in the principles enunciated at Gettysburg, on that memorable afternoon when the sun had almost set. J. H. H. MR. DAVID WILLIAMS of Chatham, one of our pioneer Farmers FOR REPRESENTATIVE. In announcing my candidacy for the 49th general assembly I will say that I stand for square law enforcement, equal political rights for all, and the greatest good to the greatest number. All this subject to the will of the Republicans as expressed at the primary Sept. 13th. M. L. HILDRETH WILLIAM H. E. E. STALEY Former well known shoe man, announces himself a Candidate for the Republican nomination for AUDITOR of Sangamon County. He has always been a staunch Republican, and in 1913 was a member of one of the best Boards of Supervisors Sangamon county ever had. If nominated and elected, Mr. Staley will make Sangamon county a first class efficient county officer, one that will be a credit to the Republican party. A. R. DRENNAN CANDIDATE FOR AUDITOR Mr. Drennan, who has been a candidate for the Republican nomination for County Auditor for several months, is making an active campaign and will no doubt prove a very formidable candidate. He was born in Pawnee, Illinois in 1881, and is the son of Dr. D. A. Drennan who practiced medicine in that vacinity for many years. In 1902 he was united in marriage with Miss Marian Allyn, a daughter of Nelson L. Allyn, and has one son twelve years of age. For the past seventeen years he has been employed in clerical capacities, the last six of which has been as a deputy County Clerk. This experience has familiarized him with the operation of the different County offices and he is well qualified to fill the position of Auditor, efficient. Mr. Drennan has always been affiliated with the Republican families in the County. His great grandfather was one of the first County Commissioners and helped locate Springfield as the County seat of Sangamen County. No member of his family has asked for or held a county office since. Mr. Drennan and family are members of the First Methodist church, and fraternally, he belongs to the Masonic Order and Springfield Lodge of Elks. CHAMPAIGN. Homer J. Tice A01-2-1918 REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR THE NOMINATION FOR STATE AUDITOR Vote for Homer J. Sice who is a Republican every day of every year. Vote for Homer Tice whose record of twelve years service in the Legislature is without one word of censure or criticism. Vote for Homer J.Tice of whom LegislativeVotersLeague says: "Down state Republican leader. Hard working, conscientious and devoted to interests of the state." Vote for Homer J. Tice an educated, experienced business man. Vote for Homer J. Tice whose ancestors before him and who all his life has been and is a friend of the colored race. You know Homer Tice. Vote for this man whom you know. Chas. Metzger MEAT MARKET All kinds of first class Sausage a specialty Both Phones 286 627 E. WASHINGTON ST. has moved from 811 E. Washington St. across the Street to 810 E. Washington St. In a larger and more convenient place State Fair Eating Headquarters. Plenty of Tables for Ladies MEALS AND LUNCHES AT ALL HOURS. THE SAME PROMPT AND COURTEOUS TREATMENT PLATE LUNCHES FROM 11 A. M. TO 3 P.M. Noted Tenth Cavalryman Made a Lieutenant Colonel. LONG RECORD OF SERVICE Commander of a Squadron of His Regiment In General Pershing's Expedition In Mexico—Reaches Highest Rank Ever Attained by Any Colored Man In United States Army. Mayor Charles Young, the commanding officer of a squadron of the Tenth cavalry in General Pershing's expedition in Mexico, has received many high compliments from army officials and private citizens since his recent promotion to the rank of lieutenant colo- nel in the United States army. His long and honorable record as a soldier forms a most interesting chapter in American military history. By his promotion he has attained to the highest rank in the regular army of any member of the colored race in the United States. Lieutenant Colonel Young is a graduate of the Military academy at West Point, having finished with the class of 1889. Colonel Young, however, is not the only colored man who has graduated from West Point. Henry D. Flipper and John H. Alexander were graduated from West Point several years previous to Colonel Young's entrance into the military service of the government. Henry D. Flipper graduated with the class of 1877 and was assigned as second lieutenant in the now famous Tenth cavalry. John Alexander graduated with the class of 1887 and rose to the rank of second lieutenant in the Ninth cavalry. Lieutenant Alexander died in 1894. There are nine other colored men who are commissioned officers in the United States army, two being line officers. These officers are Chaplains Washington W. E. Gladden. Twenty-fourth infantry; George W. Prioleau, Twenty-fifth infantry, and Oscar J. W. Scott. Tenth cavalry, who have the relative rank of captains, and Chaplain Louis A. Carter, Ninth cavalry, with the relative rank of first lieutenant; Chaplains Theophilus G. Steward and William T. Anderson, retired; Major John R. Lynch, retired; Captain Benjamin O. Davls, cavalry, and Captain John E. Green, infantry. Chaplain Steward has the relative rank of captain and Chaplain Anderson that of major. Major Lynch is a former officer of the pay department. Captain Davis and Captain Green both received their commissions through competitive examination. Captain Davis was a first lieutenant in the Eighth United States volunteer infantry from July, 1898, until March, 1899, and the following June enlisted in the Ninth cavalry. He underwent the examination for second lieutenant and was appointed in May, 1901, being assigned to the Tenth cavalry. Captain Benjamin O. Davis is serving as professor of military science and tactics at Wilberforce university, Wilberforce, O. Captain Green also served in the ranks in the army, enlisting in the Twenty-fourth infantry in April, 1899. He was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Twenty-fifth infantry in 1901. Captain Green is serving as military attaché to Liberia, where he succeeded Major Young, who is now a lieutenant colonel. Cause of Labor Exodus From the South Out from Savannah, Ga., recently there has come a strong walling protest against the efforts of some northern agencies, which the writer of the protest claims are luring the colored laborers north at an alarming rate. Draining the south of Negro workers, the letter says, and to it is due the unsettling of labor conditions. Be this as it may, let no one be deceived as to the exact cause of the great exodus of colored people from the south, says N. B. Dodson. In this connection many injustices to the race must be borne in mind, and among them are lynching, segregation, low wages and the political crucifixion of the colored voters of the south. The generation of young, educated colored men of the present will no longer continue to submit humbly to such unfairness. Mount Carmel Baptist Church Selected For Great Uplift Meeting. For the purpose of conferring on important questions and conditions of deep concern to the colored people a conference of men and women of the race who are engaged in business, the various professions and others not thus engaged will be held at the Mount Carmel Baptist church, Third and I streets, northwest Washington, from Sept. 14 to 16. The promoters of the conference in issuing the call emphasize the fact that the signs of the times in church and state demand racial unity. The first of the conference will begin at 10 o'clock on Thursday morning, Sept. 15. The Baltimore and Washington ministers' conference, in joint session as early as June 26, indorsed the movement and authorized the call. Every ministers' conference and every fraternal organization and all other Negro organizations interested in the uplift of the race are urged and asked to send a representative. Every phase of the Negro status in the United States will be carefully considered with a view of memorializing congress and other lawmaking bodies to wipe out unjust legislation against our people. Prominent men and women of the race will be present and address the conference. The Rev. Dr. W. H. Jernagin, pastor of the Mount Carmel church, is chairman of the committee of arrangements, and Dr. William M. Alexander of Balti-more is the secretary. MEETING OF BAPTISTS. National Body, Unincorporated, Convenes at Kanaas, Mo. Sept. 6. Kansas City, Mo., *Patrolotism* has already begun to show itself in the preparations for the entertainment of the national Baptist convention, which is to meet here from Sept. 6 to 12, inclusive. This was evidenced when the committee, consisting of Drs. J. W. Hurse, J. B. Beckham and J. R. Williams announced that the national colors had been adopted as the decoration for the two Kansas Cities during the week of the convention. In addition to this they have decided to placard the homes of the citizens on which they are to use the photos and drawings of the most distinguished men of the denomination. Dr. Beckham stated that the committee wanted that the people of the west should see the "little unknown R. F. D.'s, who would be in Kansas City at the national Baptist convention, unincorporated." While he declared, as did the others working with him on the committee, that there would be some of the most stalwart figures in the religious world at the meeting, many of them had perhaps not been seen on a public platform as members of the national Baptist convention. It is said that this meeting will bring out more intellect, more culture, more wealth, more men that have achieved big things for the Negro Baptists than at any similar meeting. The committee has received information of more than a half dozen special train movements. There will be three solid special trains from Texas, one from southwest and west Texas, one from south and east Texas, another one from north Texas; two special trains from Louisiana, one emanating at New Orleans, that would bring the south Louisiana, Mobile and Alabama delegations, the other from north Louisiana, that would take in a portion of Arkansas and Texas; another special train from Mississippi which is to be made up at Vicksburg, the home of the president, Dr. E. P. Jones, which will come direct through to St. Louis and from there to Kansas City. Another special from Tennessee that is to start at Nashville will go through to St. Louis. The Florida special starts at Jacksonville and is said to be coming over the famous Dixie Flyer route. The Carolina' special train is to take the "Carolina Special route" by Cincinnati and St. Louis. The Kentucky delegation will blaze the way and call it the "Blue Grass State" route. There is to be an Indiana special from Indianapolis, while the eastern delegation from as far as Hartford, Conn., will come direct on the famous New Yorker and will be joined by the Virginia, Washington and Maryland delegations, which come from New York to St. Louis without change. The Illinois delegation will join the Chicago people on their route, as it is understood there will be as many as seventy-five out of Chicago who will swoop down on the Santa Fe, going through without change. An Oklahoma special is to come over, starting at Muskogee and Oklahoma City, coming together en route. Then the Missouri delegation, starting at St. Louis, is to bring up the rear. The Autobiography of J. D. Corrothers. James D. Corrothers, the well known writer and preacher, whose remarkable autobiography is about to be published under the title of "In Spite of the Handicap," has included a chapter on the late James Whitcomb Riley. Dr. Corrothers' book presents an interesting side light on the race question in the United States, offering strange glimpses into little known conditions—the unguessed psychology of a burdened race. Young Odd Fellows' First Anniversary. Juvenile No. 30, Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, Pittsburg, observed its first anniversary, Saturday, Aug. 26. The reports for the year were encouraging. Senior members of the order and of the Household of Buth were in attendance. Test the three Branches of our Business Cleaning Pressing Repairing There's something for you to gain by doing so. UNEXCELLED SERVICE liver Whitm B N. FIFTH ST. Bell McNama GROCERIES Oliver Whitmore 318 N. FIFTH ST. Bell Phone 976 "OLD RELIABLE" 'Nuff Sed' NEW PHONE 1061 OLD PHONE 10 th and Corner St NEW PHONE 1061 OLD PHONE 1081 14th and Carpenter Street School Supplies SIMMON'S EAST SIDE SQUARE 417 E. MONROE ST. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. W. A. PAVEY W. A. 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He can not be too highly endorsed or too largely supported. The 45th Senatorial District comprises the counties of Morgan and Sangamon. We have always regarded Mr. Lyons as a man whom the colored people could safely rely upon for absolute fairness when it comes to legislation and other considerations. Mr. Lyon has the highest regards from the two colored members of the house, Turner and Jackson, and was supported by them in all his bills. BIG LOWDEN MEETING One of the most enthusiastic political meetings of the campaign, was held last Thursday evening at the Masonic hall, in the interest of Frank O. Lowden, for Governor. Att'y Gibbs was chairman and in his own inimical way, introduced the speakers. Several local candidates made short talks. Attorney Carter, of Chicago, was the principal speaker, and in his able manner, discussed the issues and extolled the high character of Mr. Lowden. A large crowd was present. --- --- 1900 - A. H. T. E. LYONS M. B. COUNTY AUDITOR Son of a civil war veteran Successful Business man. Employer of Union labor. I will appreciate your support. Primary Sept. 13, Low Sunday Rates From Springfield $2 St. Louis and return Peoria and return $125 Tickets good going and returning on any train date of sale via ILLINOIS TRA TION SYSTEM ]McKinley Lines] Edward J. Brundage Candidate for Republican nomination For ATT'Y. GENERAL Impetus has been added to the Republican candidacy of Edward J. Brundage for attorney general by the solid endorsement recently accorded him by the regular Republican organization of Cook County. Its phalanx of workers, numbering close to 15,000 in the 2,200 precincts of the largest county of the state, already are campaigning vigorously in his behalf. 1869 Born at ampbell, New York. 1884 Moved to Chicago where he has ever since resided. 1892 Admitted to the Illinois Bar. 1893 Graduated from Chicago College of Law and entered practice of law. 1898 Member of House of Representatives in Illinois Legislature 1901 Vice Presideut from Illinois and As a The Legislative Voters' League, in 1904 "Edward J. Brundage, Republican, I 96 to oppose gavel rule; voted again Bill by amendment; voted for Enable representatives of majority to invest continuance in Legislature." As President of Board of C Excerpts from Editorials in Chicago New "Mr. Brundage, as president of the c His work has been praised most highly of his public service. A conspicuous ev court house."—The Chicago Daily New 'Edward J. Brundage has made a rema He will make equally good one as chief 1893 Graduated from Chicago College of Law and entered practice of law 1898 Member of House of Representatives in Illinois Legislature 1901 Vice Presideut from Illinois and ue, in 1904, published the follow- republican, lawyer, resides at 22 noted against all attempts to for Enabling Act, Charter A to investigating committee. Bard of Commissioners: Chicago Newspapers: nt of the county board, has m ost highly by those who know apicious evidence of Mr. Brune Daily News, Oct. 31, 1906. made a remarkable record as Pre- as chief of the city's law de The Legislative Voters' League, in 1904, published the following endorsement: "Edward J. Brundage, Republican, lawyer, resides at 225 Osgood St. One of the 96 to oppose gavel rule; voted against all attempts to kill State Civil Service Bill by amendment; voted for Enabling Act, Charter Amendment, and to add representatives of majority to investigating committee. An excellent record. His continuance in Legislature." "Mr. Brundage, as president of the county board, has made an enviable record. His work has been praised most highly by those who know in detail the character of his public service. A conspicious evidence of Mr. Brundage's ability is the new court house."—The Chicago Daily News, Oct. 31, 1906. "Edward J. Brundage has made a remarkable record as President of the couty board He will make equally good one as chief of the city's law department." Tribune Among the many candidates for Coroner, none is better known or more thoroughly competent than C. T. Branson, who has been a staunch republican all of hss life, and none have worked harder for the success of the party than he. He is seeking the nomination and election on his merits. He is.. pledging only to administer the affairs of that office with even handed justice and absolute fairness to all. He is committed to the proposition that all men shall have a square deal; that there shall be neither discrimination nor unfair dealings to any person, race or nationality; that the colored man is entitled to the same treatment of every other man; that the colored man shall receive his just dues in all things whatsoever they are. He believes in recognition being given all. He has given employment to colored men in his present busi- --- --- 309 PEI C. T. DICK BRANSON REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR CORONER member of Board of commissioners to Pan-Americau Exposition. 1902 Elected to second term in Legislature. 1904 Elected Pres. of County Board. 1906 Re-elected Pres.of County Board 1907 Appointed Corporation counsel. 1911 Resnmed private practice of law 1915 Appointed member of Court of Claims. As a Legislator HIS LIFE Swing endorsement: 5 Osgood St. One of the Skill State Civil Service Amendment, and to add An excellent record. His s of Cook County made an enviable record. in detail the character vage's ability is the new president of the couty board department." Tribune ness and the colored people have shown their gratification to him for his considerate actions. He solicits your vote on his record. Chicago Wednesday noon and Mr. Riddle will remain for a few days visiting his sister, Mrs. Williams. Mrs. Riddle was the guest of honor at a breakfast given at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. David Williams at Chatham, Tuesday morning, with the following ladies present: Mesdames Mary Moore, Barney Clem, Carrie Smith, Edw. M. Williams, G. W. Ford, Aleen Birdsong, A. M. Williams and Miss Hallie Ford. A four course breakfast was served, and everyone expressed themselves as having had a very delightful morning. 3024 LDF Chris Ungerer REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT OF SANGAMON COUNTY PRIMARY SEPT. 13, 1916 Having served four years as Deputy Clerk and five years as Bailiff, I am familiar with the duties of the office of Circuit Clerk I Respectfully Solicit Your Support Old Phones 7755-7756 New Phone 1655 ILLINOIS DAIRY CO. F. E. Shuster, Manager Pure Pasteurized Milk and Cream for Family Use a Specialty 330 North Fourth Street A. J. Marshall GROCERIES Free Delivery to all parts of the city. Telephone 6852 1324 South Eleventh St. Office Phone Bell 1271 Residence 6821 GEORGE STAAB, Jr. Plumbing, Heating and Gas Fitting. Repair Work a Specialty Estimates Furnished. 528 South Eleventh Street CHILLI PARLOR Chilli Molds 10c 1129 E. So. Grand Avenue CABARET BARBECUE 11th AND WASHINGTON ST. All Night during Fair The Best in the State. Served by Lee Harris Cleaning, Repairing, and Pressing MISFIT CLOTHES FOR SALE I. KESSLER 112 North Seventh St. THE ROBINSON 'STEELINE' FOLDING BATH TUB On Exhibition at Agency 1216 EAST SO GRAND AVENUE PRICE $10 Word has been received in this city, of the marriage of Miss Ida Parker, of Logansport, Indiana. It will be remembered that Miss Parker was the very charming young lady who taught at the Seven Days Adventist's School last year. At the same time Miss Parker was united in marriage to Harry Ford, her sister, Miss Claudina Parker, was united in marrige to William Holland. The double wedding occurred on August 17, 1916.