St. Louis Argus

Promptly at 8:30 Monday night Bandmaster Wm. Blue will give the signal for his big band of musicians to take up "The Old Campaigner," specially written for the occasion. Incidentally the greatest entertainment of the kind ever given in St. Louis will have begun. Thousands of lovers of music and patrons of the art de terpaichore have waited long for this grand event. The immense wax canvas has been installed. The bandstand is almost finished and everything is in readiness for James H. Grant's Band Concert and Furlana-Tango. It is predicted that several thousand persons will attend. A great big informal gathering, for which we are-told to dress just as we please. Everybody is invited. Mayor Henry W. Kiel will be present and will deliver an address. Mesdames Ollie Smith and Ella May will render vocal duets and the band will offer a repertoire of popular and classic selections. The grand march for the Furlana-Tango will begin at 9:30 and one of the grandest spectacles ever witnessed is in store for those who attend. Nearly all the box seats have been sold. Those at 75c each include admission to the concert and ball. Among those who have reserved boxes with their friends is: Prof. Edw. S. Williams, Mrs. O. J. Marshall, Prof. and Mrs. J. L. Usher, E. R. White, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Cole, Mrs. W. J. Ray, Albert Burgess, M. A. Grant, W. A. Scott, S. R. Nelson, Mrs. A. L. Hughes, J. C. Lucky, Mrs. L. A. Drew, A. U. Grant, Mrs. J. C. Richardson, J. C. Scott, Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Bell, J. W. Williamson, Mrs. Thomas Hayes and many others. The general admission is 50 cents, which includes admission to the concert and ball. None but the box seats are reserved. To relieve the expected rush at the door, general admission and single box seats are now on sale in the Coliseum office on the Jefferson Avenue side, second floor. SPECIAL RULES Entrance on Washington Avenue only. Refreshments served in cafe on west side of Building and to persons seated in the audience. Only dances as announced will be permitted. Informal—Dress as you please. Ladies' and gentlemen's dressing and check rooms in charge of H. A. Pendleton. Ladies' hair dressing parlor in charge of Mrs. Lulu V. Wilkerson. Members of clubs and fraternities are requested to wear their colors or badges. Doors will open at 7:30. Every one should try to be in their seats when the concert begins at 8:30. CHECK YOUR WRAPS AT THE COLISEUM MONDAY NIGHT No wraps will be permitted on the ballroom Door at the Coliseum Monday night. We have provided a ladies' and gentlemen's check room and a large force of courteous and reliable attendants to care for them. Check rooms just inside the entrance. Henry A. Pendleton, In Charge. HIRE A LIMOUSENE CAR FROM W. H. Huff has the most desirable limousine closed car in the city. He has made five weddings already this week. Special attention given to parties. Engage your car now for the Furlana-Tango. Phone Bomont 1914 MING-MASSY NUPTIALS Kirkwood, Mo. Special to the Argus: February 3, Sanford Ming and Miss Clara Bell Massy were married in Clayton today. Freeman Ming, who was stricken with paralysis January 26 is much better. REV. WINTERS CONDUCTING LANE TABERNACLE REVIVAL Rev. Winters, of Chicago, formerly pastor of Lane Tabernacle, is conducting the revival services at that church for a few nights. A Furlana-Tango Lunch will be served at Silver Grill, 2321 Market Street, from midnight Monday, until 4 o'clock Tuesday morning. A specially prepared menu of delicious viands will be served for the benefit of those who attend the Coliseum. Persons may reserve tables in advance by telephoning the management. DON'T FORGET The Academy Boys' and Girls' Grand Masquerade Carnival at Douglass Hall, Mardi Gras night, Tuesday evening, February 16, 1915. Tén valuable prizes awarded. Jesse J. Johnson, Master of Ceremonies. ATTENTION—HALT! LISTEN— GARY, GARY, GARY Call at Room 313 Fullerton Building, 7th and Pine. Ask for Mr. C. C Parrish, for information. REMOVAL NOTICE Dr. E. S. Bailey has removed his office and residence from 811 N. Jefferson Avenue, to 2845-47 Morgan St., where he will be pleased to see his patrons at the same hours. Phones, Bell, Bomont 1020; Kinloch, Central 466. PROVIDENT HOSPITAL ITEMS Mr. Wallace E. Wilson, 2822 Walnut, is still confined here. His condition is somewhat improved. Mrs. Arie Abernathy, 2901 Lucas, who underwent a very serious operation, is doing fine. She is now able to sit up in bed. Mrs. Brancie Houston, 3955 West Belle, underwent an operation here Saturday. She is now doing very nicely, being able to sit up. Mrs. Mattie Elliot, 2907 Lawton, is confined here for a few days. Mrs. Julia Belger, Clayton, Mo., was brought in Monday-seriously ill. At this writing her condition is somewhat improved. Mrs. Teny Ware, 115 N. Channing, Mrs. Maggie Lawrence, 2933 Lucas, and Mrs. Warner Walls, 2243 Thurman Blvd., were discharged from here last week, each having undergone serious operations, but recovered from same. My opinion has been asked regarding Judge A. C. Mayo and his associates who are now in St. Louis doing business in real estate and from my opinion relatively to their propositions concerning their business transactions I have carefully investigated in such transactions and from a legal point of view I found them reasonable and good. (Signed) N. A. Mitehell, Atty. at Law. STEVE ADAMS DIES Steve Adams, troop one player at the Booker Washington, died at his home, No. 7 S. 22nd St., Monday evening, from congestion of the brain, after four days' illness. Mr. Adams was well known and his death came as a shock to his many friends. He was one of the very few good theater orchestra trombonists in the country, and his chair will be hard to fill. He was buried from St. Paul's Church Thursday. LADIES' BASKET BALL A charity benefit will be given by the Ladies' Basket Ball Team, Saturday, February 13, 1915, at 8 p. m. sharp, at Batchman's Hall, Beaumont and Morgan. Come and see the fun. Captains, Mrs. Chas. Herriott, Mrs. W. A. Giles. Coach, Mr. W: A. Giles. Admission, 25 cents. THREE BOOKS Why Jesus never married? There is a reason. Send ten cents in stamps for booklet. Also Truth About the Bible, $3.00; Sexology of the Bible, $2.00; Why Jesus Was a Man and Not a Woman, $2.00. By Sidney C. Tapp, 406 Reliance Bldg., Kansas City, Mo. ST.LOUIS,MO.,FRIDAY,FEBRUARY 5,1915. NOTED EVANGELIST AT CENTRAL BAPT. CHURCH SERIES OF REVIVAL MEETINGS FEB. 10 TO 25 Dr. A. Clayton Powell will assist Pastor Geo. E. Stevens in his revival meetings this year. Dr. Powell is one of the most successful evangelist-pastors in the Baptist denomination. He will preach his first sermon on Wednesday, February 10th, and preach each night through I February 25. The meetings have been going on for two weeks and many have confessed Christ. 'The men's meeting from twelve to two o'clock each day is most remarkable for attendance and spirit and results. The First Baptizing of this soul-winning campaign will take place at Central on next Sunday morning after service. Special emphasis is being placed on the song service; a large chorus of singers has been formed. Maid to the Wife of Ex-President Ulysses S. Grant. Her Mother the old Family Nurse Was Honored by Special Place in Line Following Next to the Calson's in the Grant Obsequies by the Citizens of St. Louis, at the Time of His Death Phillis Pittte was born in St. Louis County on Dent's farm now known as Grant's farm, at present owned by the Busch's Estate, on the Gravine Road, Feb. 15th, 1841. She departed this life Tuesday, February 2nd at 4 p.m., 1915. During her early life, she was the slave of Dr. Dent, the father of Miss Julia Dent, later the wife of General Ulysse S. Grant. The Grant family consisting of the children, General Ulysse and Fred Grant have always held her in high esteem and have never failed to seek her and inquire of her during their visits back and fourth to St. Louis and rendered her assistance during the life of Pres. Grant and his wife. Her mother, the old family nurse, gave valuable and historic data of the Grant family to the citizens' committee that had charge of the Grant obsequies in St. Louis, and was honored with a special carriage immediately following the Calson's in the big parade at the time of his death. She was married to Simon Pitts early in life and by this union six children were born, three boys and three girls. All have passed away with the exception of Fred Pitts, the youngest. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother; untiring in her efforts and an undying devotion to them all. How well she loved them they all know. She leaves to mourn their loss, a son, two son-in-laws, Bacus Johnson and C. K. Robinson; 13 grand children, among them, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Q. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. Alphonse Bailey, of Chicago, Ill., and nine grand children, the offsprings of Mrs. Emma Pitts, the wife of her oldest son, the late Bayne D. Pitts, and a host of other relatives and friends. During the past 25 years she has been intimately connected a trusty employee, treated as a member of the family in the household of the late Fred P. Kaiser, of W. Pine Blvd. She and her sainted mother were among the pioneers of Wesley Chapel, now Union Memorial Church. Funeral from the Union Memorial Church. Friday, February 5th, at 1 p.m. Y. W. C. A. NOTES Pay your subscription now to Wheatley Branch and help us claim our $5,000. Our Collection Campaign is launched for the week in an effort to collect the required amount before we can obtain the second $5,000 gift. Let every friend and subscriber rally to the cause, for we must not fail. Miss Eva D. Bowles, our national worker, is here in the interest of the Collection Campaign, and will be glad to confer with any worker. Our Physical Culture and Choral Clubs met Tuesday evening and both fun and enthusiasm are well mingled together in these clubs. Be sure to visit our clubs, even if you do not want to become a member. FREE LECTURES The third lecture of the series of free lectures given by the Elleardsville Civic League will take place Sunday, February-7, at 4 p. m., at St. James' Church, Pendleton and St. Ferdinand Aves. The speaker will be Dr. Edgar J. Swift, of Washington University. The public is invited. winning campaign will take place after service. Special emphasis is large chorus of singers has been Odd Fellows' Band To Open Sunday Concerts Sunday afternoon at Pythian Hall, the band concerts will open under the management of Major P. L. McElroy with the boys of the Odd Fellows Band. Everything is ready and a good program is arranged that will suit the public generally. Prof. P. B. Lankford Musical Director. PROGRAM Welcome Address...Charley Lawson Response, R. D. Brown, Ex-Grand Master G. U. O. of O. F Master G. U. O. of O. F March ..... "Silver Trumpets" Overture ..... "Arcadia" Zuirita ..... "A Mexican Dance" Waltz ..... "Symphia" Violin Solo by Master Wilson Robin- Holy, Holy, Holy, and Where is My Boy Tonight. Boy Tonight. Remarks..... Mayor Henry W. Keil March ..... "American" Baritone Solo, "Crown Jewel," by William Walker. Remarks, A. W. Lloyd, Grand Chance- cellor K. of P. Overture . . . "Poet and Peasant" Solo . . . Miss Georgia Wheatley Trio by Altos, "Glowing," Eli Tay- Trombone Solo, "The Turkey Trot," by Charley Lawson. March ..... "Chicago Tribune" These concerts will be given each Sunday afternoon, 2:30 o'clock, at Pythian Hall. Next Sunday Col Hughes and the Pythian Cadet will have charge of the program. The public is cordially invited to attend these concerts and encourage the boys. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH There will be baptizing next Sunday morning and covenant and communion service in the afternoon Dr Martyn, the pastor, will preach both morning and night. Strangers and visitors in the city are especially welcome. RECEIPTS FOR THE PROVIDENT HOSPITAL FUND STILL COME IN Previously acknowledged $242.42 U. B. T. and S. M. T. (addi- tional) 11.05 Sprig of Myrtle Court No. 13, O₄ O. C. 6,35 St. Paul Court, H. of J. 1.00 Rev. J. K. Parker 2.00 Mt. Zion Baptist Church 1.25 New Hope Baptist Church 1.00 All organizations and individuals employed are urged to respond to this appeal to relieve suffering and destitution during the winter. Will not all institutions that have taken collections for this worthy endeavor report promptly to the treasurer, Mr. Anderson Russell. 2732 Pine St. A list of all collections taken will be published within the next few weeks. Let everyone rally to share this responsibility within the next few days. MEMORIAL SERVICES Sunday. February 7, has been set aside by our National Board as Memorial Day in honor of Miss Grace H. Dodge, the late President of the National Board of the Young Women's Christian Association. This day will be observed by all Associations throughout the country. Wheatley Branch will hold its memorial service at Berea Presbyterian Church at the usual vesper hour, 4:45 p. m. The public is invited. SMOKER TONIGHT AT KEYSTONE CAFE FOR AFRICAN PRINCE A large number of dancers and piano players are already entered for the contests to begin at the Booker Washington Theater next week. The Rag Time Piano Players will compete each Wednesday night, the Buck and Wing Dancers on Thursdays and the Cake Walkers on Saturdays. These contests are to be of the elimination style. Every one who competes will receive a cash prize whether they win or lose. The winners each night will receive the grand cash prize and be retained on the list until the number narrows down to two persons who will compete for the championship of St. Louis, and a gold medal. The list is open to all comers, both male and female. The medals are being made by the Jeccard Jewelry Co., and the winners' names will be engraved on them. Among those who have entered the Rag Time Piano Playing Contests are: Owen Marshall, Robt. Hampton, composer of "Cataract Rag" and "Agitation Rag." Percy Wallace, George Goinis, Luella Anderson, George Renalds, Goddard Freeman, Paul Sedrick (alias Con Con), Raymond Hynes and "Sunny" Reeves. The buck and wing dancers to date are: Percy Wallace, Terry Murphy, Clarence Macklin, Ledrew Wellington, Lester Powell and Tag Hartgraves. The contests will be inaugurated next Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday nights and continue each week until the championships are won, and, as Mr. Turpin stated, "Each contestant will win if he loses, because everyone gets paid anyhow." Those wishing to compete should give in their names immediately at the Booker Washington box office or at Tom Turpin's 2333 Market St. Tom Turpin will play an exhibition ragtime piece each night, but will not enter the contest. SIMMONS SCHOOL PATRONS ASSOCIATION MEETING The Simmons School Patrons' Association will hold their regular monthly meeting at the school building, 4300 St. Louis, Ave., Tuesday evening, February 9 at 8 p.m. Addresses will be made by prominent people, among whom being a committee from the School Patrons' Alliance. All members and those interested in the school are invited and expected to be present. N. B. Wood, Pres. E. Howard, Sec'y SIMMONS SCHOOL GRADUATES Lucille F. Bradshaw, Horatio Evor Cannon, Alneeda Cooke, Maudell Lancaster Cox, Lily Mae Ewing, Eliza beth Givens, Virginia Mae Givens Hardy Virdelle Haywood, Geraldine N. Jones, Nannie Elenora Jones, Estella C. Madden, Letitia Patterson Lorraine Mae Reynolds, Lolita Smith Maudell Tibbs, Charles Moss COME TO KINLOCH Take your choice and begin business that will win a fortune for yourself. Kinloch Park wants a first-class butcher shop, dry goods store, grocery store, a post office substation, ice cream parlor, stationery and bakery shop, or can welcome any line of business. One or two women together can make a fortune in the bakery business. J. R. Miller is offering his two lots and store building to any desirable persons who wish to buy at a very reasonable price and on good terms for payment. Located at Jefferson and Scudder Aves. See Mrs. Sarah Davis at Kinloch, or call at 936 Finney. ST. PAUL REVIVAL Rev. J. P. Howard, the evangelist, will conduct the revival services at St. Paul A. M. E. Church every night, beginning Sunday, February 7. Rev. Howard is an able preacher and has had many victories, having led 25,000 souls to Christ - Hear him. THE TRADE MAKER PRICE 5 CENTS ONIGHT ONE CAFE CAN PRINCE Men From All Parts of The World Will Do Honor To Unfraena Kaba of British East Africa. A smoker will be given Friday night. Feb. 5, at the Keystone Cafe, Compton and Lawton, in honor of Prince Unfraena Kaba Rega, of British East Africa. This will be the first time in the history of St. Louis that so many men from different parts of the world have assembled at a public smoker to honor a foreign guest. $ ^{a} $ Mr. Mills' beautiful cafe will appear at its best for the occasion, and its perfect service at the pleasure of the guests on that evening. The entertaining will begin at 8:30 and continue until the closing hour. The general public is invited, and the speeches by the many experienced representatives should prove of inestimable value to all who attend. Major B. E. Watkins will be toast-master of the evening. Ralph A. Turner will make the welcome address, and Edward Smith the response. Among the guests around the banquet table will be seen: Prof. L. Baker, professor of German, Oklahoma; Jose Ferander and the Hon. Oscar Engleton, of Spanish Town, Jamaica; Dr. James St. Cathria, Jamaica; Wm. C. Moore, Port o' Spain, Trinidad; E. H. Gordon, Ph. D. Ph. C. M. D., of Great Britain and U. S. A., and Richard A. Hudlin, of St. Louis. A number of plates have been reserved for guests whose names were given too late for publication. Too much credit cannot be given Dr. Gordon for arranging the affair. RETINA THEATER OWNER 25th WARD CANDIDATE John H. Gentner, of 4944 Washington Avenue, was the first candidate to file for the office of alderman. Mr. Gentner is the proprietor of the Retina Theater, at 20th and Market Sts, and is well known as a practical business man. He will be a candidate from the 25th Ward. As the members of the Board of Aldermen will be nominated and elected at large, Mr. Gentner will have the advantage of a large favorable vote that should carry him over a winner. Y. M. C. A. NOTES Dr Edmond J. Kulp, pastor of the Lafayette Park Methodist Episcopal Church, will speak at the Y. M. C. A. men's meeting Sunday, February 7, at Douglass Hall, at 3:30 o'clock. Dr Kulp has a strong message for men and a large crowd of men is expected to hear him. "The Bundle of Life" will be the subject upon which Dr. Kulp will speak. The men turned out in large numbers last Sunday to hear Dr. F. F Martyn in his able address on "Christian Citizenship." Every man there went away with a quickened conscience as to his duty as a citizen. Under Mr. Keeton's direction the Glee Club continues to grow. This organization is open to any young man of the city who has an interest in music. All that is necessary is to apply to Mr. Keeton at the Y. M. C. A building on Monday night. At the meeting of the Membership Committee on Tuesday night, the men were unanimous in determining to raise the membership up to the three hundred standard. On Thursday night, February 11, there will be an important meeting of the members. The committee in charge has designated the affair as Members' Pop Night, as a popular program will be rendered. SPECIAL SERVICE AT ALL SAINTS' CHURCH Next Sunday, February 7, is Candlemas Day at All Saints' Church, otherwise known as the celebration of the Feast of the Purification. At 8 p. m. there will be a special service, with sermon by Rev. Father Cox, Rector of Trinity Church. There will be a solemn procession of the choir and Sunday-school through the aisles of the church with lighted candles. Special music will be furnished by the full choir. The public is cordially invited to attend. FULL DRESS SUITS rented for weddings, parties and all occasions. Clark and Smith, 2343 Market St. OUT OF TOWN NEWS: 7 EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. ARGUS BRANCH OFFICE 13 S. Rock Road With the Western Star of Zion | GEO. C. ANDERSON, Mar. MRS. NANNIE HALE Mrs. Nannie Hale, 126% N. Ninth Street, has furnished rooms for rent, with all modern conveniences, East St. Louis, Ill Notice All persons subscribing for. The Argus for one year (cash) will be given a handsome useful premium. Leave all subscriptions at the Peo- ple's Drug Store, 1322 E. Broadway, or 13 S, Rock Road. This applies to old as well as new subscribers. Good solicitors wanted. Geo. C. Anderson, Manager. ‘ MME. M. E. JACKSON Mme. Jackson, the famous hair cul- turist, will be at the service of her East Side customers at the residence of Mrs. Hale, 126% North Ninth St, East St. Louis, UL HAVE BEAUTIFUL HAIR Mme. T. M. Jordan's + WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER Grows Your-Hair in Six Weeks ' POSITIVELY GUARANTEE ‘To start your Hale Growing in six’weeks or re tundsour money. Write for particulars. Ou Of townlagent wanted. Agency for|Mme. T. J. Walker's Preparations. Mme, T. M. Jordan, 21.N. 10th St Phone. Bridie Fact St. Louis, I JACKSONVILLE NEWS By Nellie Early The North End Social Club cele- brated its anniversary recently at the home of Mrs. Marion Meadows on N. Cox St. An excellent program was rendered and a number of other club membérs were present, also other visitors. Mrs. A. Strong is Club president. In the buttonhole con- test Mrs. N. J. Blue won-the first prize and Mrs. Brook the second prize A number of friends met at the residence of Mr. and Mrs, Fred Davis, January 16 and from there proceeded to the residence, of Dr. and Mrs. R. H. Beverly to enjoy a pleas. ant evening. ‘The party being planned by Mrs, A. J. Jones and W. H. Wil- liams. It being a complete success shroughout. All the guests made themselves at home. Dr. and Mrs Beverly were truly thankful for the presents, About seventeen were pres: tnt. All reported a. delightful time s.+The Fourth Ward Minstrel Boys gave another grand minstrel at the home of Mrs. Mattie Carpenter on S. West St, January 28 These minstrel boys are making quite a hit. Ralph Brinkman is professor.... Mr. Ben- jamin Allen is. now employed at Mr. Boxell’s store on W. State St....... Mr. Robert Blue, who has been work- ing in Indianapolis, Ind. returned home. He is one of the most in- dustrious citizens in our town. TUPELO, MISS. © By Malinda Wilson The pastor and his wife, Rev.. J. P. Watson, wishes to thank the good people of their charge for the grand reception given them in honor of his third term year. It was through the kindness of Miss Nell B. Hooper and her .mother that on last Sunday they gave the greatest reception ever given in Tupelo of such occasion, under the skillful direction of Miss Jennie Mae Stovall, their younger daughter. Their apartment was thrown open to the guests, which had been trans- , formed into a scene of beauty. Soft music filled the room, where the hostess extended a gracious welcome to her guests. Ferns, forget-me-nots and Japanese vases made it a scene of beauty. Each guest found a love- ly souvenir card on their plate, with a olde bell attached, with a bow of ribbon. The hour was 2 p. m.; the dining-room was lighted with 14 can- dies. Five excellent courses were ‘ served. A host of friends were pres- ent..Mrs. Annie Dixon has returned fom Marianna, Ark., where she at- tended an operation performed on her nephew Mr. Romie L. Nunnelly, She is a successful nurse....Mrs. Paulin Turner, of Okotona, spent a few day: with her husband, Dr. Wallace Turn er....May W. Batts, five years old stuck an cight-penny nail". mos through her foot. She is the daugh ter of Mr. and Mrs. P. AL Batts.:. January 21 the stork presented M: and Mrs. Gusta Boyd with a fine bab boy. Died January 23:.......Mr. | C. Terrel was called to Lafayett Ala, to attend the funeral of his si ter, Lizzie Terrel, Janitary 30...... Mr. Albert Woodord, of Mempby Tenn,, employed by the C. T. X.% Co., is boarding at the James Hote --Mrs. Rosa Yates, of Little Roc Ark. accompanied by Mr. S. V Scott, was called to the bedside « her father, Rev. W. M. Thompsor who is very sick.,..The Tupelo Nt gro Busines’. Association was orgar ized January 25. Mr. J. A. Thoms ‘son, pres.; Dr. E. M. Barnes, vic pres; J. W. Porter, sre; Bo Weatherspoon, asat-.sec.; Prof. W* MM. Wade, treas. Theyomet February 1, Prof. Watson, of New Albany, Miss, made an excellent ‘talk. Responses by Geo, Allen and Pfof. W. M. Wade. ‘The tatter was also appointed:ta. rep- resent the Association at St. Paull M. E. Church, Feb. 12, wiiere. he Epworth League \will celebrate Lin- coln's birthday, > vee ee t HERCULANEUM . eee By Frances Craig Mrs. Addie Staten was taken quite ill Sunday night anal hae to ‘call. the doctor in. She is much\better at this writing..The Herculaneum All Stars Baseball Team has come together and has arranged things so as-to have a good baseball team this year. ‘The boys are awaiting the season so they can race around over the fields. Some of the boys say they are a little short and the others say they don’t believe there is much change in’ them...... Mr, W. M. Anderson. says he is go- ing to see who has changed and who has not. ‘ALTON NEWS . The Allen Chapel, A. M. E. Church, gave a banquet January 25. It was the best ever held in that church. Sixty-five dollars was cleared....... The Uganda Ladies’ Chorus- gave their annual midwintgr concert at the Union Baptist Church, January 26. They were ably assisted by Miss Phoebe Perry, of E. St. Louis, and Mr. Troy P. Gorum, of St. Louis. A large number attended, and all were well pleased. It was, without doubt, the best concert ever-given by the club......Mr. Scott, one of the Prominent undertakers gf St. Louis, pent aevéral’ days. jn thec-elty, it week, visiting Mr. Russell....A ban- quet was given at the Union Baptist Church, January 28. Quite a num- ber attended, and a pleasant evening was enjoyed by all......Mrs. H. B. Coats entertained the Civic League at her home Thursday evening, Janu- ary 28 A pleasant evening was spent. s MEACHAM PARK NEWS puctciinany = >: By Aline Rodgers Miss Sarah Ming, who has been ill is now able to be about.....Others who are on the sick list are: “Mis: Clara Ming, and also her father, Mr. Freeman Ming, Mrs. Woolery, whe has been ill for quite a while, is stil lingering......Rev. L. Hannah; of Meacham Park, preached a sermon Friday aight for the Mission Circle -..-The Meacham Park B. Y. P. U is still progressing. Each Sunday a program is rendered, which is very interesting. ’ ST. CHARLES, MO. By Jenet Jones | Mrs. Sophie Miller has returned home, after spending a week with het sister in St. Louis....Mr. and Mrs. Edw. Smith are spending a few weeks in Sedalia, Mo.....Miss Alva Wise went to West. Alton Saturday... Boyd Jones and Gilmore Jinkins have re- tarmed-td St. Louis, after gpending a week in St. Charles....The Relief Association will hold their regular meeting in theif hall on West Madi- son St, Friday evening, February 5. :...Minnie Lee Dryden, the two-year old grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Wil- lis Thornhill, died at the home of his grandparents, Saturday, January 30. i ST. GENEVIEVE, MO - “By GJ. Messrs. Joseph Logan, of St. Louis, and Clarence Valentine, of St. Marys, Mo., spent a few hours here Sunday evening.....Mrs, Chas. Turnley, of St. Louis, Mo., was a recent visitor of Mrs. Virgie Wilson....Mr. Willie Brooks retugned home Sunday night, after atten the funeral of his brother-in-law last Thursday... Lit- tle Lucile Wilson is on: the sick list. -.Mr. Ezra Leak departed Friday night for Memphis, Tenn.....Mr Sylvester Roberson left-for St. Louis Saturday evening to visit his mother Mrs. Josephine Roberson... ..Misse: Anna Ribeau and Beatrice Ammour eux, of St. Louis, spent & few day’ with relatives......Mr. Burnside ar rived here Thursday night to teact the Lincoln public school... .Messrs Oscar Lee and Alfred McKinnie, o Chester, Ill, spent last Saturday an Sunday in our litle town.......Th stork visited the home of Mr. an Mrs. Joseph Ward and left a bab: \zirl. ~The mother, and baby are do Jing nicely. ms : WEBSTER GROVES be Mra Leola Laird Of the many beautifub graduates from Sumner High School last week we are glad to know that Webster has the honor of claiming one, in the person of Miss: Cleopatria Morrison We wish her much success:.....Mr John, Bowen and Miss Sophronic ‘King were quietly united in wedlock last Saturday afternoon. We wist theni a happy and prosperots life... Mr. A. D. Pierson is iM1-->-Mrs. An- nie Polk is convalescent. ‘THE 87./ LOUIA ARGUS Mra. Hattie “Duvall, of East St. Louis, was a recent visor of relatives here...,Mrs, Lizzie Blakelege,. of St. Genevieve, visited repeal this city recently....:Quite a of soctal Sections tata: Beek given” in Our little city in the last week: Am thers were’. Mr." and. Mee’ Hayes Evans entertained .in honor of Mrs. Lizzie Blakelege......Mr. and. Mrs, Richard Gasten | entertained ‘9: gam- ber of friends at their home.){- 1A number of friends gave a'surprise to Mr. Moses Riney on the 18th inst, in honor of his birthday. Mr. Riney was one of the Yboys in blue” during ing: the Civil: War, It isto. be-te- bretted that as reporter I was’ unabl to get the names of the guests wh. were present. ts The entertainment given by :Prof. Crawford, the world’s renowned didratic artist, who appeared at the E. Church last Thursday evening, was a success....Mr. Ernest Wilhams is ill at his home,...Mrs. L. EL Hen- derson, who has been very ill, is much improved......Mr, T. Cothren) docs not seem to improve very much,.., We are sure the ground hog did-not see his shadow in Kinloch, as’ it is snowing to beat the band. Oh, ob, oh, we are somewhat afraid...:We. are glad to know that Miss Virgié Hard- aman is able to be out again. She was missed very much at the M. -E. Sunday-school....We are glad to. say eleven souls were added to our list during our revival at the Second Bap- tist Church, Rev. M. Costello, Pas- tor.......The Missionary Society of First Baptist Church held theiy in- stallation of officers on last Saiday, The. mission: sermon was preached. Rev. P. Hopel, Pastor. CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO. Monday night, January 25, the young people of Heales’ Quarry, un- der the’ management of Mr. John Brown and R. D. Adkinson, presented to a large audience-a concert of un- usual merit, The program consisted of 15 original pieces, one especially good, was a song by the entire com- pany, “The Garden” of Roseé,”” the costumes and positions of the. sing- ers making it doubly beautiful, The play, “The Hungry Man and .the Bear,” as played by Mr. Brown and Mr. Adkinson, brought down the house. Quite a number of town peo- ple were present and all expressed themselves as being well pleased... Friday, Messrs. Philip; Fred and Mel- vin Miller were called to Carbondale, Ill, to attend the funeral services of their brother, Frank, who died Thurs- day....Mrs. Molly Grey, x cousin of the deceased, accompanied the broth- ers....Those added'to the sick list are Mrs. Lillie Brassfield, Louise Randol, the aged: nother of Louis Rando} and little Lorenine Jones.....The Young Ladies’ Mission Band, in spite of the incessant’ raining all day Saturday, went on with their entertainment, only the debate was postponed indefinitely. ..;.Rev, C. W. Cole left Saturday for Unionville, Il, upon receiving word of the serious illness of his daughter. -+.-Rev. G. W. Watkins occupied his. pulpit Sunday....Mr. E. L, Lambert, superintendent of A. M. E. Sunday school visited the Baptist. Sunday- school Sunday.....Rev. Watkins ad- dressed the children and women, sub- ject, “The Courage of Queen Esther.” “The Courage of Queen Esther” was, his subject Sunday night.....-Rev: Chandley was able to speak -t6 his people at the morning service and Rev. Morrison at night. He will as- sist the pastor in his meeting during his visit here. Sunday afternoon Rev. Chandley, By request of Rev. Cole, went to Heales and-united-in-holy. matrimony Miss Louise Smifth: and Mr. John Neal, both of this city... Misses Georgia and Mamie Gorner were the guests of Mrs. Satah Chand~ ley Sunday....The Ladies’ Aid will meet with Mrs, Eva Bollinger Fri- day. i COLUMBIA, MO., NEWS Places where you can get the Af gus. everx Saturday and Sunday: Rommans’ er Shop, P. Kelly, Mgr.; “Mexican Chill? Parlor, Geo. Merritt, Prop, es a Miss Gladys: Holmes, one_ of .the cficient tedcheds in the Fred Douglas School of this city, received quite s surprise last ‘Tharsday evening, that being the date of her birthday. She was invited to the home of Mr. atid Mrs. - Alex. Hicks-to: a*sie ie luncheon, and om «returning. to home at Mr. Henry Kirklings, she found a host of her friends and ad- mirers awaiting her, with many uae: el wea by Mrs. Kickin and " cou, prepare 4 daughter, “Mrs. Stella. Renfro. 4 most delightful time was-enjoyed by oo ladies of the a differ ent churches are planting for & the near-future, the eee to Rev. Reeves. of the ME. ( towards the church at these columns for date of en! a BEG R. © KINLOCH, MO. By E, Williams By. H. N. Jones By E. Robert Douglas nent. ~). Shee 2 Be: larkeen fe in! ent. «: Mire: 2H Jackgin Js In, Toi a Me tia ae wen: io be wt Ber mate, Whe Sesifully. weterwent an; operation ta that city -.- “Thanks: Son Scott, for pe Laat the Argus-;.;The young men re K. of P. Crup-have opened their dane- ing academy at tle. Ky P. Hall Mr. A, Nera oe Ary ere ey will have. the ‘of onder, p have changed the night, ‘tt be We day instead of Friday nights. cn by Prof: Drew.,..A number of news items were received too late: for this week's isgue.!" Watch. these columns for new week's issue of Columbia, Mo., happenings. (Reporter) >... The Argus reporter is always glad to meet Mr. C. CyBuckner, as (Butk) keeps posted, on all. happenings, .therefore, he always says save me a paper. ~ FARMINGTON, MO, = By Dayse F. Baker ’ The remains of Mr. Richartf Jones, who died at Fulton, arrived. here Tuesday. ‘The funeral setvices were held at the A.-M, E.. Church, ‘with Rev. T, L, Watson officiating. ‘Good- will Lodge had charge of the body, ...+Messrs. Goo, “Meyers and Louis Murehy ee a oer " with home folks Sunday...Mrs..F. D- pelle was~called here Mona Goths ‘on the account of the illness of her mother, Mrs. Buford. She. was ac- companied by her nieces, Misses. Ida and, Mildred Chappelle....A. letter from Mr, Lorillard Murphy, at. Indi- anapolis, states that he is well and happy....Miss Edith Cayce spent the week’s end with her mother, Mrs. T. Cayce....Mesdames. P.. Boddic and Eliza Overton are. among | the numbered ill,...Mrs. Randall -Wil- burn grows-weaker each week..Mrs. Lewist Murphy was hostess for. the Clever Bees, Thursday evening. Al- though there-was-a splendid-use-giv- en to the needle, much joking was in vogue. A delightful luncheon was served....News reached relatives - of Mrs. Sara’ Amonette, Mrs, Annie Yeager. and. son, Kenneth—of their being taken to the hospital as a re- sult of a bomb explosion, from which each received injuries, They reside in St. Louis...Messrs. Chas. Douthit and Ben Chappelle, of Coffman, were here the first of the -week......The Senior Class of Douglass School is preparing b present “Thompkins Hired Man,” a play: which will be quite interesting....Mr. Lewis “Hill received a fall Saturday which caused him..to -he..quité..a.cripple....Miss Amie Busch attended the funeral of her uncle, Mr. Peter Taylor, at St Louis, Sunday....Messrs. Wm. Ba: ker and Jerry Bridges were up from the camp. Saturday.,..The~ collector for the Argus will be around today; so, open up the old sack and~get teddy io ones ios alee COLUMBUS, MISS. Geo. H. Cooper. Mr, Morris Baldwin, —Vice-Pres- ident of the Cotton Men's Associa- tion of Aberdeen, Miss. spent sev- cral days in the cify on business... Miss Lillie Johnson and Mr.- Peter Floyd were united in holy wedlock on January 24....Mr. Jesse Harper and Miss W. H. Tate were quietly married ‘at their home on ,the 25th. ‘The habit is spréading fast....Miss Callie Burk, one. of the teachers of the Union Academy, passed away on the 27th of January, with her many dear friends to mourn. her loss. _ She was loved by: all. ‘The. funeral ‘was ‘held at the-M. U. Baptist Church on the 29th, Rev. A. Bell--officiated. Surviving her are a father, mother, sisters and brothers....Miss Jessie Bell Shannon, of Tupelo, was in the ‘city on the 29th to attend the funeral of Miss Bush; also her classmate, Miss Lillie Bell Wheeler,. of Oko- ens spent several-hours in the city nd atended the funeyal..,.Mr. John Lawfton passed away on the 3ist, af- ter a week's’ sickness of pneumonia. Migs‘ Lillie Galoin, of West Point, was the happy guest of Miss Willie- may Anthony, Stinday, the 3ist..... ‘Columbia withessed-a small flood on Sunday, the 3ist, with.a heavy rain ‘of five hours. ‘The water rushed in the streets from 12 to24 inches deep. 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She was born August 25, 1878, at Memphis, Tenn. She departed this life, Sunday, Jan. 24, 1915, at 1:20 a. m. She died in full triumph of faith. She was converted in August, 1892, at Memphis, Tenn. On September 22, 1892, she married Rev. J. K. Parker. It was she who led her husband to Christ in a few days after she was converted and they were both baptized August 16, 1892. Mrs. Parker was a diamond hid away and was the real power behind the throne. She ever kept three things before her, first, her God, and then her husband and her home. She was a doer of good deeds and not much of a talker. She was a lover of Sunday-school and very devoted to her class, No. 1. She was reconciled to death, for before going to the hospital she cleaned her house from bottom to top and said to her husband. "Now, dear, there will be lots of Pleasant Green's members and friends here and I want everything clean. I have fixed everything for you, that you may find them. Don't you worry, for I am all right. You pray and if I don't pull through you meet me in heaven." Saturday evening, after the operation, she revived and talked freely with all who came in her room, that is, to say the doctor, the nurse and her husband. Her husband asked her that evening, "Dear, do you love me?" She smiled and said, "Why, do I love you, I am just crazy about you." She said, O Jesus, a long time ago you told me you was going to be with me. Now I need you, for I know you saved me when I was young. Songs that she delighted in singing are, Am I a Soldier of the Cross, We Will Praise His Holy Name, and Nearer, My God, to Thee. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, a sister, an uncle, many cousins and friends and a faithful church. Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Ora Parker, wife of Rev. J. K. Parker, Pastor of Pleasant Green Baptist Church, this city, were held in Memphis, Tenn., on Friday afternoon, at one o'clock. It was very largely attended by members of the different societies, friends, ministers and citizens in general of that city. Mrs. Parker was born and reared in Memphis and the Daughters of the Tabernacle were largely represented, also the Household of Ruth and Mosaic Templars. Scripture was read by Rev. Cleveland, prayer by one of the leading ministera, obituary was read by Rev. Harris. A sketch of her life by Sister Alice Watkins, hymn by the Choir: "I Am Coming Home," remarks by Rev. Wright, Supt. of Sunday-school, remarks by Sister Bertha Rhodes of St. Louis. Sermon by Rev. Campbell, John 17:24. Song by Choir: "I Will Be There." Her pallbearers were those who assisted in her baptism twenty-three years ago. CLASS NO. ONE. HEAVEN RE TAINS OUR TREASURE Pleasant Green Baptist Sunday-school Class No. One the roll will be called and all will answer to their name but Sister Ora Parker, whose lips are chilled in death. It is indeed true, although yet we can scarcely believe it. A little while ago we had our treasure with us and we regarded her as one of the strong ones of our number, overflowing with spirit, a fountain of joy to our class. Now her poor earthly garment is soon to be laid in an earthly grave, and her generous, loving spirit can be with us only by the eye of faith. Wonderful is this dispensation of our heavenly Father's chastening hand, yet we can see many merciful preparations for it. She was a good and willing worker in her class, always ready and willing to assist in anything for the upbuilding of her class. Our hope and prayer is thought here to work with us no longer she may be a ministering angel in heaven. Here is one thing, however, that should soften the sharpness of our agony under such a sad bereavement. It is the reflection of the many times we have heard her say all is well with my soul. All that was mortal is changed now from our sight forever, but how great is our comfort in the well grounded assurances that the good Shepherd, who careth for his flock, has taken the gentle lamb to his fold. Oh, that we may all meet in that bright and happier world where sorrow, sin and suffering are alike unknown. Dear pastor, we sympathize with you sincerely in your great affliction, the loss of a loving wife is one of the severest trials to which a man of an affectionate disposition can be subjected to, but the blessings that make life desirable care of a briefer duration than life itself. It is, however, consoling to reflect that beyond this fleeting scene from which the estimable and good so often vanish soothes, there is a world in which no farewells are ever spoken and all tears are wiped away. I could say much of her excellent qualities but I forbear. Those who knew her best loved her most. Farewell, dear sister, we will miss you. Farewell in our hearts your love shall Farewell, in our hearts your love shall linger; Farewell, farewell, you have gone and left our hearts so sad. Farewell, it is God's will. But you have left a vacancy in our class, That never can be filled. Though you have been so sad and suddenly called away from us, we only pray that our loss has been your gain, and the gate through which you have passed stands ajar so that in due time every member of Class No. 1 may follow and help you to crown Him Lord of All. So sadly missed by your class, Dr. J. E. Hurt, Teacher, Sister T. Butler, Pres, Sister A. B. Hill, Sec'y. Pleasant Green Bapt Church St. Louis, Mo., Jan. 27, 1915. Whereas, it has pleased Almighty God, maker of heaven and earth, to call from labor to reward one of our beloved sisters. Be it resolved, that we, the members of Pleasant Green Baptist Church, humbly bow in submission to his infinite will, that once it is appointed to man to die and after this to judgment. Sister Ora Parker departed this life Sunday, January 24, at 1:20 n. m. She united with the church in 1904. She was ever faithful, ever true, heard the call and joyfully answered the summons. Free from sorrow, free from care, she ran with joy the shining way. Christian friends, our chain has been broken, a link is gone that can never be replaced, but we will fondly cherish her memory. To her bereaved husband and sister and friends you have our profound sympathy and we commend you to Him who said I will be a father to the fatherless, a mother to the motherless, and a husband to the widow, a friend to the friendless. He indeed will guide you all along life's uneven journey. Dear fellow-travelers in the track-wings of time, let us pause a moment and learn a lesson. Learn that the path of life wanders through a bright and beautiful world. A world where the fragrant flowers of friendship, nourished by the gentle dews of sympathy, grow. But through this bright world there flows a stream whose turbid waters cross the path of every pilgrim. It is the stream of death. But it is a part of God's plan, but when a soul passes into the great beyond that has been purchased by Jesus' blood we are comforted by these words: Jesus, thou Prince of Peace; Thy servant cannot die; Like Thee they conquer in the strife And reign with Thee on high. We shall sleep, but not forever; In the lone and silent grave; In the bright eternal city; Death can never, never come. In his own good time He will call From our rest to home, sweet home. It now behooves us to prepare to meet The last enemy of the human race. And that is death. And that is death. Sleep on, sleep on, Sister Parker, We will see you again. Farewell. Members of Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Martha Holt, Clerk. Sunday School. St. Louis, Mo., Jan. 26, 1915. The officers and members of P. G. Baptist Sunday-school met in call session at the church Tuesday evening, January 26, to assist in arranging for the funeral of one of our co-workers, Sister Ora Parker. Meeting opened with singing and prayer by Assistant Supt. G. W. Dixon. The Supt., E. D. Buford, presided. He announced the nature of the call and the following resolutions were adopted: Whereas, it has pleased the Almighty Maker of Heaven and Eearth to call unto Himself one of our beloved fellow-workers, be it, Resolved that, we, the teachers of the P. G. B. S. S., bow in humble submission to the will of Him that doeth all things well, be it further. Resolved, that we will miss her in our Sunday-school, her chair is vacant. We can call, she will not answer, her womanly form will greet our gaze no more. Her many virtues we will remember and over her faults we will cast the mantle of forgetfulness. To the bereaved husband and our pastor we offer our profound sympathy and commend him to His care, who sticketh closer than a brother. Be it further. Resolved that a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the face of our minutes and a copy be sent the bereaved family. Lola Shelton, Sec'y. E. D. Buford, Supt. Class No. 9 Sister Ora Parker was appointed as teacher of class No. 9, beginning Jan-filled with credit to herself and honoruary, 1914, which appointment she to her school. She was of a loving disposition toward her scholars and generous to a fault, and they loved her. Sister Parker, ever faithful, ever true, Heard the call and joyfully answered the summons, Free from sorrow, free from care She ran with joy the shining way. We shall sleep, but not forever, In the lone and silent grave, Blessed be the Lord that taketh, Blessed be the Lord that gave. In the bright eternal city, Death can never, never come, In His own good time, He'll call us, From our rest to home, sweet home. CONDOLENCE OF SUNDAY SCHOOL LITERARY There are moments when words are empty and meaningless almost, to give expression to an overwhelming sorrow, or a loss sustained that seems greater than we can bear: Life and death are always mysterious, but when the dread monster comes and takes from our midst one whose life was full of promise, full of good deeds unselfishly done for the good of their fellows, we find ourselves, in spite of our faith in God, looking up with sorrowful questioning and asking our Lord and Saviour, Why? Whereas, it has pleased our all-wise Heavenly Father to remove from our midst Sister Ora Parker, one of our esteemed and valued members, who departed this life Sunday, January 24, at 12 a. m. and Whereas, we feel deeply the sense of loss occasioned by her sudden and unexpected death, this earthly life has been fitly characterized as a pilgrimage through a vale of tears. In the language of poetry, man himself has been called a pendulum, betwixt a smile and a tear. Everything in this life is characterize- by imperfection. The best people have many faults. The clearest mind only sees through a glass darkly. The purest heart is not without spot. All the intercourse of society, all the transaction of business, all our estimates of human conduct and motive must be based upon the sad assumption that we cannot wholly trust either selves or our fellow-men. Every heart has its grief; every house has its skeleton; every character is marred with weakness and imperfection; and all these aimless conflicts of our mind and unanswered longings of our hearts should lead us to rejoice the more in the divine assurance that a time is coming when night shall melt into noon, and the mystery shall be clothed with glory. Be it resolved, that the S. S. L. extend to the bereaved husband and family our heartfelt sympathy in this sad hour of bereavement and loss. We feel that a life such as she lived was only triumphantly ended in heroically crossing the valley of death, and we point her sorrowing husband and famil yto the sustaining promise of the Master, who bids all sorrowing and suffering ones to come to him, 'Tis a blessing to live, but a greater to die; And the best of the world is its path through the sky. Be it resolved that a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the family, and one be filed with our records. Respectfully submitted, Organdy Abington, Pres., Alice Miles, Sec'y. CONDOLENCE From the Baptist Ministers' Union, Read Over the Deceased Wife and Dear Companion of Rev. J. K. Parker We here express our sympathies and sorrows for our dear brother and co-worker in the ministry, that the hand of death has severed from him his all and all, seemingly here on earth. When a dear wife is gone, all is gone. It is like a link broken in a chain, or a chord missing in music, only more. While he has lost a dear wife, the church an earnest worker, the Sunday-school a sweet and loving teacher, the community a good neighbor, heaven has gained another saint. Sister Ora Parker has gone where she can sing: "No pain nor sorrow enter in, The weary heart is free from sin, Although on earth the cross we bear, Eternal rest awaits us there." Like all of the sainted women and godly men, whose souls have been wafted away on the snowy wings of the angels, she can further sing: "Ah! who shall own these mansions fair. That we submit our will to Him who does all things well, and say like Job, "The Lord giveeth, and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord." Resolved, that a copy of this condolence be sent to our dear Brother Parker, that he may be assured that we are in the deepest sympathy for him. Be it further resolved that a copy of this condolence be spread upon the face of our minutes. Rev. G. W. Benton, Pres. Rev. W. W. Perry, Sec'y. Mosiac Templars. St. Louis, Mo., Jan. 27, 1915. Sister Ora Parker departed this life Sunday morning, January 24, 1915. She was a member of the Mosiac Templars, of A., the Carnation Chamber, No. 2394. She had been a member for one year. She was a good, dutiful, faith- ful, honest member. We feel our loss is heaven's gain. Our link has been broken. No more will she meet with us in our meet- ing. She has gone to rest in Jesus. She is sleeping. God who does all things well. God has visited the home and death has obtained the head of the family. Sleep on, Sister Parker, sleep on. The days of toil are over. Carnation Chamber hopes to meet you again in heaven. We resolve that a copy of these resolutions be spread upon our minutes and a copy be sent to the family. We heard her bid the world adieu, We saw her on the rolling billows; Her faraway home appeared in view, Although she pressed a dying pillow. Sister E. L. Gamble, W. Z. M. Respectfully submitted, Sister Agnes Jackson, Chief Recorder. Memphis. Tenn. PROGRAM OF THE FUNERAL SERVICES Rev. J. S. Story, Master of Ceremonies 1. Song by Choir: Looking This Way. 2. Scripture reading, Rev. S. Jackson. 3. Prayer by Rev. D. B. Cleveland. 4. Song by Choir: Nearer, My God, to Thee. 5. A brief biography of the life of Mrs. Parker, by Mrs. Alice Watkins. 6. Resolutions from St. Stephen's Baptist Church, by Mrs. Amanda Wilson. 7. Remarks by Brother Edw. Wright, her first Sunday-school superintendent, and who assisted in baptizing her, 8. Obituary, by Rev. H. Green. 9. Sermon. RESOLUTIONS FROM SAINT STEPHENS BAPTIST CHURCH MEMPHIS, TENN. Brother Pastor and Members: We have met again today to show our last respect to our sister in church and society. Sister Ora Parker, who departed this life Jan. 24, 1915, at 1:20 A. M., age 36 years. The records tell she became a member of St. Stephens Baptist Church twenty-three years ago. Was baptized under the leadership of T. H. Scott when she was a mere girl. Her death came as a mighty earthquake, and still we realize it was the hands of the Lord. Though she was tempted like many of us today and allowed the old adversary to enter into her life, she, like a prodigal son, realized her mistake, immediately arose and said, "I will go to my Father." And since that time she has continued her good works, and there has been no one more comprehensive than she. Aside from her good works, a gospel minister co-operated with her to make it one love, one faith and one baptism. Through storms, rains and sunshine they fought their way together to the hills of success. Today Rev. J. K. Parker is pastoring one of the largest churches in St. Louis, Mo. The question is asked, To whom shall credit be given? First, the Lord, from whom we know all power is given. Her husband is a God-sent man, and that dear wife of his, no doubt, when turmoil and complications would come into life, she like a faithful wife, would sit at his side and whisper a word of consolation to him—Have faith; the Lord is on our side and he will fight our battle. Sister Parker stood by her husband and church like Moses stood by the children of Israel, unto death. Whenever Sister Parker would pay St. Stephens a visit, she always brought us good news from Pleasant Green Baptist Church, stating how closely she and her companion were connected with the church and that she was making her way to a better land. To this dear husband and relatives and a host of friends, we, the St. Stephens Baptist Church extend our sympathy, for we know what it means to lose a dear one. But remember the same God that took her will some day sooner or later take you and me. I cannot say, Do not weep, because Jesus wept at the grave of Lazarus, but I can say prepare to meet her. She will not come back to you, but you can go to her. To the faithful Ruths and Mosaics, you have done well your part. Go home and take your rest. To this noble high priest you have shown by your ways and actions in following her remains to this city that your Lodges appreciated her. May your --- good work ever continue. When Sister Parker contemplated going on the operating table she said: "Now, Lord, I am going where I have never been before, I want you to stand at my side and remember that contract that I made when I was a mere girl. I will not leave thee even unto death. I will not forsake Thee." I imagine when death, that grave monster, last Sunday morning at 1:20, walked in Provident Hospital in St. Louis and stared her in the eye and began to run his icy hands over her, she cried out, O, Lord hast thou forsaken me, what about our contract made twenty-three years ago? Jesus told death, handle her with care, I bought her with my own precious blood; and as she passed out of this life and viewed the sweet garden of Eden and saw around the dazzling throne a host of living saints dipping their robes and making them whiter, she began to sing, "I Am Nearer My Home and I Soon Will be There." Those who had gone on peeped out from under the altar and saw her cominfi and cried, Look who is coming. It is I, Ora Parker. Sleep on Sister Parker, sleep and take thy rest. Sleep, but do not slumber, but wake and tell those we are coming one by one. Sleep till God lets man quit fighting; sleep until we that are suffering will know no suffering; until we that labor have finished our toil. Sleep until all ministers will be ordered to preach no more. Sleep until your High Priestess refuses to rap her gavel; until time has been declared no more. Then your dear husband, relatives, friends church, society will meet you in mid-air to greet you with glad tidings, never to say farewell. The following is a sketch of the great sermon delivered at the funeral of Sister Ora Parker, at the St. Stephen Church, at Memphis, Tenn., by Dr. J. L. Campbell, Pastor: The pastor announced for his subject the Going Home of Saints, Scripture found: John 17:24. Father, I will that they also whom thou has given me, be with me and behold my glory which thou givest me for thou lovest me before the foundation of the world, the good man preached by describing the love Christ has for his people. So great was it that Jesus ask for them. Yes he mounts right away from all that is earthly and sets one foot on the beautiful streets of the heavenly Jerusalem and with the word will swing heaven's doors on swinging hinges and as he pushed them ajar he proceeded to make out his testamentary bequest. Asking for men and women who believed in his word. Wipe away your tears and look in the mirror of God's divinity and see in whose hand the magnet is held that is drawing our loved ones from this lowland country to the palace of the King above. We cannot always understand why is this constant thinning of our ranks, while the warfare is so strong, and the removal of our best saints when so much the noblest examples are needed. As we look through the glass darkly we can see the hand of the Lord plucking his apples of gold and placing them into his basket of silver. Yes, we see more than that, we see the heavenly Bridegroom transplanting his illies to that upper garden. Jesus asked for them and to him they must go. Thousands bowed in their seats and wept and screamed as Dr. Campbell delivered this great sermon. Dr. Campbell is regarded as one of the greatest pteachers in the South. Beautiful floral offerings from the various auxiliaries of the church and friends as follows: Officers of the church, Sundayschool, B. Y. P. U., Junior and Senior, Class No. 1, Class No. 9, Literary Club of Pleasant -Green, St. Louis Ministers' Union, Polar Wave Lodge L. B. P. O. E. W., Mt. Carmel Tab. 28, Rose of Sharon, Household of Ruth, 2264 Carnation Chamber of the Mosiac Templars, 2394, Mrs. Maggie Spencer, Mrs. Annie Story, Mr. and Mrs. O. McDonald, Bertha Brown, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Crawford, Miss Green, Blanche Bell, Young girls from the nut factory, Mission Circle of Pleasant Green Baptist Church, St. Stevens Baptist Church, of Memphis. Condolences were read from Mt. Carmel Tabernacle No. 28 of the International Order of Twelve, of which she was a member for 12 years, Rose of Sharon, Household of Ruth 2264, Mosiac Temple 2394. CARD OF THANKS I desire to thank all members and friends, the ministers of the city, for the kindness shown in my sad hour of bereavement in the loss of my dear wife, Ora Parker. I also extend thanks to the physicians who did all in their power to relieve her suffering. It was God who called her and she answered the summons. The nurses of the Provident Hospital were kind to her and I commend them for their service. The Lord giveth and the Lord has taken away, Blessed be the name of the Lord. Sincerely, Rev. J. K. Parker. ARGUS PUBLISHING COMPANY J. E. MITCHELL.....Managing Editor HERBERT T. MEADOWS.....City Editor and Advertising Manager F. F. MARTYN.....Associate Editor. ARGUS PUBLISHING CO. 2341 MARKET ST. ST. LOUIS, MO. Phone, Bomont 1452 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year..... Six Months..... Three Months..... Single copy..... Fifty-two Weeks for one SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year..... Six Months..... Three Months..... Single copy..... Fifty-two Weeks for one Advertising Rates Furnished on Request Entered as second-class matter April 5, 1912 at the Post Office at Saint Lopin the act of March 3, 1879. second-class matter April 5, 1912 at the Post Office at Saint Lopin 3, 1879. Entered as second-class matter April 5, 1912 at the Post Office at Saint Lopis, Missouri, under the act of March 3, 1879. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION UN-AMERICAN TESTS Under the above caption, there is issue of the Post-Dispatch. It appends "Immigration Bill" and adds: "It it restates forcefully the traditional gates of refuge and opportunity to sufferers from political, industrial, the democratic mission of the republic. To all which we say "piffle!" Post-Dispatch reads like a Fourth of school-boy. How can a daily paper such fiction! The American Negro constitutionlation. We number ten million "herers from political, industrial and certainly we are humble, for we blacks and porters, the servants and Man for man, our honesty with other race. There are individual average whites. There are individual age of the colored. The trouble is, we are judgedinal is punished and that is the end up as a specimen of his race. A necessary evil. A colored bad wood is morally depraved. That's for person, we repeat our honesty with any other race. As for aspiration, where is the and tried longer, in the face of every handicap, to aspire to its rightful place. Here, then, are ten million "herers"—a vital part of the America the inalienable rights of Americans. Yet "the gates of refuge and from political, industrial, and society. No civilized people on the great American Negro. Politically, he is disfranchised a political asset in a large part of Article 14, Section 1, of the Constitution or naturalized in the United States thereof, are citizens of the United States reside. No State shall make or enforce the privileges or immunities of citizenship. Any State deprive any person of life process of law, nor deny to any persecution of the laws." All this is one mighty "gate of lion Americans—not foreigners! In Article 15, Section 1, the elder prerogative of the citizen. "The right to vote shall not be denied or abstain on account of race, color, or another great "gate of refuge. The Federal Government itself right of equality, has closed the session" in the matter of segregation. But why multiply instances? wide of the mark but in the blindness the bull's eye. If there were any foundation Afro-American would stand before American—the peer of any Bourgeois Hohenzollern of them all. Not C. If "the gates of refuge and political, industrial and social oppression. But they are not! the above caption, there appeared an editorial in Post-Dispatch. It approves President Wilson's Bill and adds: "It is an important state power forcefully the traditional policy of America in refuge and opportunity to the humble, but honest, from political, industrial and social oppression, static mission of the republic." which we say "pifle!" This high-flying outburst reads like a Fourth of July effusion of an unintended How can a daily paper claim to print facts in America? American Negro constitutes one-seventh of the American number ten million "humble, but honest and free political, industrial and social oppression." Only we are humble, for we have been for fifty years reporters, the servants and washer-women of our or man, our honesty will surely average up to ten. There are individual colored who stand witness. There are individual whites who sink be colored. Double is, we are judged by the worst of us. A finished and that is the end of it. A Negro citizen of his race. A white bad woman is the evil. A colored bad woman proves that our world morally depraved. That's the way we are judged. We repeat our honesty will compare favorably to race. A aspiration, where is the race on earth that has anger, in the face of every obstacle, weighted down to aspire to its rightful place in the congress of them, are ten million "humble, but honest and vital part of the American nation—born American rights of Americans, under the Constitution—the gates of refuge and opportunity" are not political, industrial and social oppression." Utilized people on the globe are more oppressed Negro. Rally, he is disfranchised throughout the South and asset in a large part of the North. And this Section 1, of the Constitution, which says: "Allized in the United States, and subject to the citizens of the United States, and of the State, so State shall make or enforce any law which has or immunities of citizens of the United States deprive any person of life, liberty or property, law, nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction of the laws." This is one mighty "gate of refuge" which is close scans—not foreigners! Article 15, Section 1, the elective franchise is made up of the citizen. "The right of citizens of the United States not be denied or abridged by the United States account of race, color, or previous condition of such great "gate of refuge" closed. Federal Government itself, in the face of the equality, has closed the "gate of refuge from such matter of segregation. Why multiply instances? The Post-Dispatch has the mark but in the blindness of prejudice imagines. There were any foundation of the fact in its African would stand before the world—together with the peer of any Bourbon, or Guelph, or Born of them all. Not Caesar was more soverever the gates of refuge and opportunity" were open to industrial and social oppression." They are not! Under the above caption, there appeared an editorial in a recent issue of the Post-Dispatch. It approves President Wilson's veto of the "Immigration Bill" and adds: "It is an important state paper because it restates forcefully the traditional policy of America in opening the gates of refuge and opportunity to the humble, but honest and aspiring sufferers from political, industrial and social oppression. It exalts the democratic mission of the republic." To all which we say "piffle!" This high-flying out-burst of the Post-Dispatch reads like a Fourth of July effusion of an unsophisticated school-boy. How can a daily paper claim to print facts in the face of such fiction! The American Negro constitutes one-seventh of the American population. We number ten million "humble, but honest and aspiring sufferers from political, industrial and social oppression." Certainly we are humble, for we have been for fifty years the boot-blacks and porters, the servants and washer-women of our brothers. Man for man, our honesty will surely average up to that of any other race. There are individual colored who stand above the average whites. There are individual whites who sink below the average of the colored. The trouble is, we are judged by the worst of us. A white criminal is punished and that is the end of it. A Negro criminal is held up as a specimen of his race. A white bad woman is tolerated as a necessary evil. A colored bad woman proves that our whole womanhood is morally depraved. That's the way we are judged. Person for person, we repeat our honesty will compare favorably with that of any other race. As for aspiration, where is the race on earth that has tried harder, and tried longer, in the face of every obstacle, weighted down with every handicap, to aspire to its rightful place in the congress of mankind? Here, then, are ten million "humble, but honest and aspiring sufferers"—a vital part of the American nation—born Americans, with the inalienable rights of Americans, under the Constitution. Yet "the gates of refuge and opportunity" are not open to us "from political, industrial, and social oppression." No civilized people on the globe are more oppressed than the American Negro. Politically, he is disfranchised throughout the South and treated as a political asset in a large part of the North. And this in spite of Article 14, Section 1, of the Constitution, which says: "All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States, and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty or property without due process of law, nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws." All this is one mighty "gate of refuge" which is closed to ten million Americans—not foreigners! In Article 15, Section 1, the elective franchise is made the absolute prerogative of the citizen. "The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied, or abridged by the United States or any state on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude." Another great "gate of refuge" closed. The Federal Government itself, in the face of the constitutional right of equality, has closed the "gate of refuge from social oppression" in the matter of segregation. But why multiply instances? The Post-Dispatch has merely shot wide of the mark but in the blindness of prejudice imagines it has hit the bull's eye. If there were any foundation of the fact in its editorial, the Afro-American would stand before the world—together with the white American—the peer of any Bourbon, or Guelph, or Romanoff, or Hohenzollern of them all. Not Caesar was more sovereign than he! If "the gates of refuge and opportunity" were open to us "from political, industrial and social oppression." Phillis Pitts, 3414 Hickory, 72. Ruth Shivers, 2235 Walnut, 4. Randolph Lindsey, 3505 Lawton, 2. Nancy Rhodes, 1445 Francis, 56. Minnie Scruggs, 3028 Pine, 49. Charlie Matthews, 2808 Walnut, 80. Charlie Gordon, East St. Louis, Ill, 35. Blanche Ewing, City Hospital, 23. Peter Taylor, 4033 Fairlax, 53. Cook Rose, 2624 N. Newstead, 65. Steven Adams, 7 S. 22, 26. Robert Pullans, 2717 Mills, 57. Isaac Bowman, 2637 Papin, 53. Ben Bell, 2828 Adams, 3 weeks Henry Perryman, City Hospital, 22. In memory of Clifton B. Hobbs, who departed this life February 5, 1913: Just two short years ago you left me, How I miss you, husband dear, And remember all your kindness As I drop a silent tear, But I know that you are happy In the mansion of the blest, Where there is no pain or sorrow, In one sweet, eternal rest. His loving wife, Addie S. Hobba. IN MEMORY Of little Melba Lee Johnson, who expired one year ago, February 8, 1914. O how sad to know the one you loved has gone And gone, never to return. I often look at her vacant space And think how hard it is to know She can never fill her place. Sadly missed by Mother, Brother and Other Relatives. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends and relatives for their kindness during the illness and death of our husband and brother, B. F. Bondurant, who departed this life January 24, 1915. And also for the beautiful floral offerings. Mrs. B. F. Bondurant, Wife. Emma Davis, and Ethel Bondurant, Sisters. GATES AND MANUEL Undertakers. 4107 Finney Ave. Phones. Del. 922; Lindell. 5690. M. B. Hair Grower Grows, straightens, thickens, stops falling hair. For sale by St. Louis druggist. Price, per bottle, 25 cents; by mail, 28 cents. Agents lot 75 cents, $1.50 and up. For particular phone Bomont 2939, or write Miss M. B. Berry, Manager, 2927 Lucas Ave., St. Louis, Mo. Agents make half. Encourage your boy by attending the hand concert at Pythian Temple February 7. 7 MASTER JOHN D. WILKERSON John D. Wilkerson has just finished his studies at the grade school and entered High School. He is a very bright and intelligent youth, and is very ambitious. He sells the Argus each week and is saving his money. We predict for him a useful career. 1 MASTER OWEN DUPREE Master Owen Dupree, the thirteen-year-old son of Mn. and Mrs. S. Dupree, 4319 Labadie Ave., has finished the eighth grade in the Cottage Avenue School in seven years. He was not tardy during that period of time. He is a faithful member of the Bohen Presbyterian Church, and is also a Boy Scout of America, and is a very promising boy. Hair Culture Oxford College TESTIMONIALS: Dear Madam—This is to certify that I have been taking treatments from Mrs. R. B. Berry, for the last five months, and can say that my hair has greatly improved. Mrs. Berry has finished the Oxford College Course, which, in my judgment, is the best course I know. If you want your hair to grow, take treatments from Oxford College graduates. Yours very truly. Dear Madam—I wish to express my gratitude to those who are head of Oxford College for the help they have been to me through Mrs. R. B. Berry. To have seen me when I began the treatments, and to contrast the difference now, you would say I have a new head. Respectfully, Mrs. Essie Wheeler. Texarkana, Texas. To Whom It May Concern—This will inform you that I have been taking treatments from Mrs. R. B. Berry for the last five months. To look at my hair and contrast the difference of five months ago, you would not think it the same head of hair. Mrs. Berry is a graduate of Oxford College and uses the Oxford treatments, which, in my judgment, are the finest in this section. I wish to inform the public concerning Oxford's treatment. It is something wonderful, for it has worked wonders on my short, stubby hair. Respectfully. The Oxford College treatment, when applied by Mrs. R. B. Berry, who has finished the course from that place, will work wonders with your hair. Respectfully, Harriet Thompson, Texarkana, Tex. 720 N. 6th St. Do you wish to have long, beautiful hair? Permit, if you please, Mrs. R. B. Berry to use the Oxford treatment on your hair. Mrs. Nancy Pettis, Texarkana, Texas. My husband suffered with a bad case of Tetter. He scratched his head so until I was ashamed for him. We used everything anyone would tell us. A friend was telling me of Mrs. Berry's treatment, so I thought I would try it, and I found it the best food for the scalp I ever used. The Tetter is gone and the hair is growing nicely. May God bless this wonderful treatment. Mrs. Albert Wise. Oxford treatment has done more for my scalp than any other scalp food I ever used. I had a very bad case of Tetter; it would almost run me crazy; I could hardly sleep at night. I have been using the Oxford treatment for six months. I never fall to recommend it to my friends. I can't praise Oxford treatment too highly. Yours very truly, Mrs. T. A. Smith. Texarkana, Texas. You can't afford to miss the opening of the Boys' Band Concert at Pythian Hall, Sunday, February 7. Good literature is essential for self-development. The men and women who are most successful in life are those who have been inspired by reading good books. Uplifting encouragement comes when you read the new revised 1915 Negro Year Book. Price 30 cents. For sale at Mosby's Drug Store, 809 N. Jefferson; Harris' two stores, 4300 N. Market (corner Fendleton), and 100 N. Jefferson. Leave your order and book will be delivered. looked not for death, but for the coming of the Lord. True, those who are with Christ are in a blustless state, resting from their labors, "at home with the Lord" and enjoying the sweets of Paradise (Phil. 1:23:2, Cor. 5:8 R. V. margin; II Cor. 18:4). But "man was made for cor- looked not for death, but for the coming of the Lord. True, those who are with Christ are in a blissful state, resting from their labors. "at home with the Lord" and enjoying the sweets of Paradise (Phil. 1:32, 3. Cor. 5:8 R. V. margin; II Cor. 13:4). But "man was made for corporeity" and will not reach perfection until clothed with a glorified body. The text exhibits some privileges of the finally redeemed who will dwell in "the holy city, new Jerusalem." "His servants shall serve him." The common idea of heaven is as a place of rest, and it will be so. Earth is full of weary ones, and the millions who follow Buddhism, with its teaching of annihilation as the final blessedness, are evidence of the craving for rest. But heaven may be a place of rest and of service too. Says Maarlen: "Work at its intensest, which is pleasurable work and level to the capacity of the doer, is the truest form of rest. In vacuity there are stings and torments; it is only in joyous activity which is not pushed to the extent of strain and unwholesome effort that the true rest of man is to be found." What will the service be? Those who are faithful over a few things will be made rulers over many. In "the regeneration," the apostles will sit on thrones, judging the 12 tribes of Israel (Matt. 19:28); and we hear of saints who will rule over five cities or ten (Luke 19): this seems to point to millennial times, when the glorified will share the government of earth. Again, Ephesians 2:7 shows we have been saved "that in the ages to come he might show the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus." Wondering angels will magnify the grace of God in us. One of large vision says, "We know not what new worlds may be created, what new spheres may be opened for the exercise of the powers of those who shall reign in life." "His servants shall do him priestly service," is the literal meaning of the phrase before us. While it will be all work, it will be all worship. It will be the happy estate of Mary and Martha combined. Work will be worship and worship will be work, yet in both we shall rest, sitting at Jesus' feet. Vision. "They shall see his face." This seems to contradict some scriptures which tell us man will never see God. True, in a sense we can never see God. God is a spirit and cannot be seen corporeally: we may never behold more than a symbol of him, as Stephen saw "the glory of God," yet this would not preclude our knowing him, for "spirit with spirit can meet." Moreover, we shall not see God in the sense of finding him out to perfection; he is infinite and we shall have always before us the joy of discovery. But while this is true, we shall see Jesus, who said, "He that hath seen me kath seen the Father." He is the word by whom God is revealed. We see now through a glass darkly, but then, face to face. We would not minimize the work of the Holy Ghost in us, revealing Christ, but the early Christians longed to behold the face of their Lord: their cry was, "Even so, come, Lord Jesus." Knowing as I am known, How shall I love that word, And oft repeat before the throne— "Forever with the Lord." Likeness. "His name shall be in their foreheads." This speaks of ownership. But it suggests likeness, too, for in Scripture the name stands for manifested character; we shall have God's image stamped upon us. We seek to be holy now, but there we shall have attained. "We shall be like him." There is no sin in heaven: Behold that happy throng. All glorious in their spotless robes. All holy in their song! "Our light affliction, which is but for a moment, workketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal. For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens" (II Cor. 4:17-5:1). (By E. O. SELLERS, Acting Director of Sunday School Course Moody Bible Institute, Chicago.) LESSON FOR FEBRUARY 7 RUTH CHOOSES THE TRUE GOD. LESSON TEXT—Ruth 1:5-18. (Read on the page. GOLDEN TEXT—Thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God—Ruth 1:8. The book of Ruth is a great love story, full of deep spiritual suggestiveness. Amid the tales of war, deceit, success and failure, this story most beautifully illustrates another side of the life of the Israelites. The author of the book is supposed to have been the same as the writer of Judges, perhaps Samuel. 1. "There Was a Famine in the Land." This famine drove Ellimelech, his wife Naomi and their two sons, Mahlon and Chilion, into the land of Moah, even as Abram before them "went down" into Egypt. The immigrant sons married in that land, one of them becoming the husband of Ruth. Through this Israelitish alliance Ruth learned of the true God and the record of this book reveals God to all who turn to him in sincerity and truth. This suggests the essential missionary character of the Old Testament. After the death of her husband and sons Naomi, hearing of returning prosperity in the homeland (1:18), elected to return to her own people. II. "Entreat Me Not to Leave Thee." This story puts to silence all of the mother-in-law jokes. When Naomi thought they had gone far enough she sought to dismiss the younger women and expressed to them the tender affection which existed between them. A woman in an eastern land can find rest only in the house of her husband and these young widows stood but poor chance of securing husbands among those who hated their race. Moreover we must remember that they were penniless. There seemed to be nothing for them to gain if they proceeded any farther (v. 12). Orpah reluctantly and tearfully turned back but Ruth clave to Naomi (v. 14). This illustrates our experience when we have to decide whether to leave friends, home and everything that we may follow Christ or, on the other hand, have to choose the things which are good and refuse to follow the best. (Matt. 10:37; Luke 14:33). III. "Whither Thou Goest I Will Go." Naomi gave Ruth another opportunity to. go back to her people and this time bases her appeal upon the love of Ruth for Orpah (v. 15). The word Ruth means "friendship," and one of the strongest motives for a loving nature to forsake the Lord is the love for those that are of the world. Many young men and young women have had such loves but they usually result in making shipwreck of faith. Read II Cor. 5:14, 15; Rom. 10:37. This test caused Ruth to count fully the cost (Luke 14:25-33). No more beautiful nor immortal words can be found in all literature than Ruth's reply (vv. 16, 17). Ruth's words are still sung as best expressing our song of life devotion. They have furnished inspiration for countless lives, sermons and stories, and for some of the earth's greatest musicians as well. They most wonderfully illustrate our attitude towards him "whom not having seen ye love" (I Peter: 1:8). Like the Sequel. At Bethelehem Ruth had no other thought than to cling to her mother-in-law, even in poverty and a life of lowly service. She did her menial duties faithfully, and displayed more of the real heroism of faith than that shown in the daring exploits recorded in the other history (Judges) of her day. The truest hero is not the reckless participant in Europe's battlefields, nor is he found in the mad struggle for commercial supremacy, but more often in the self-sacrificing acts of tender women and in the common round of life's duties. Ruth in a humble hut with Naomi was better off and better satisfied than to have lived in the finest palace in Moab (Phil. 1:23). Through all of this love and devotion Ruth was being fitted for a larger sphere of influence in which she was enabled to give to Naomi the happiest life possible to her. Not once is Ruth's beauty suggested but she had the more attractive attributes of goodness, kindness and courtesy. She may have had personal beauty but her character far outshine the physical. This lesson is a suggestive one for Decision day in our Sunday schools. Give all an opportunity to choose and to follow even as Ruth did. For the little folks tell the story simply "as to a little child." Emphasize the beauty and value of lovingly serving our elders. Naomi is no less a heroine. Her name means "pleasant, winsome." True, she suggested a new name Mara. "Bitterness," but her sorrow was not for herself but for others.—"It grieveth me much for your sakes" (1:13). Naomi made the religion and worship of Jehovah so attractive as to win a most notable convert. It is our privilege to make religion attractive. This gift cannot be bought nor commanded, but by the power of the holy spirit and through the fellowship of Christ may be the experience of all. ST. LOUIS NEGRO BUSINESS DIRECTORY W. GARFIELD ROGERS THE BARBER Now at 115 N. Compton, as Manager. JAMES BARNES. JAMES BARNES, Barber, is now at 2630 Morgan Street. Frienda, call and have your work done while you wait. K. P. Shop. EDWARD A. NEAL, Carpenter and Builder. General repairing. All work promptly attended to. Call and see me. 2335 Randolph Street. NEW ADDRESS OF THE ARGUS 2341 MARKET ST. PHONE BOM.1452 Prof. John N. 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When a man begins to pose it is time to dispose of him. An income tax in Russia ought to bring in pecks of kopecks. Some of the war news is about as distracting as the war itself. The war cables are being put to a severe strain to tell the truth. A woman doesn't begin to show her age until she begins to try to hide it. The ship that has been most talked about so far in the present war is the censorship. Cotton having been provided for, some way of valorizing poems ought to be devised. Don't blame the newspapers men for poor war news. Give them a chance and they'll get the facts. An optimist is a man who thinks he's flirting with prosperity when he has a dollar in his pocket. It is believed that a lot of folks talk about economics who wouldn't know one if they stumbled over it. Greece will have to put up something better than an earthquake to attract attention these days. Alas for the rubber plant that the head of the household forgot to bring in on the night of the big frost! Some of these patriotic women think that a cotton dress would look perfectly lovely under a sealskin coat. Bestowing the iron cross on horses may not be as foolish as it looks, as all they get out of war is the glory. John Kaminski, aviator, proposes a flying trip around the world. Well, John, good-by; take keer of yourself. Some people are so mobbish that they would rather be run down by a six cylinder limousine than by a cyclecar. The famous song, "We Won't Go Home Till Morning," is said to be 205 years old; much younger than the habit, at that. A government statistician says 5,000 bees will weigh a pound. Next time you buy a pound of bees you had better count them. Ohio court records show that one marriage out of seven is a failure, and there's no telling what the dictograph records would show. The government reports that we spend half a million dollars a year on medicines, and there is not much wrong with us at that. Power opera stars are loeing their diamonds and finding ambergris on the seashore this year than in ever so many previous seasons. Ducks are said to be useful in fighting mosquitoes—and they're not a dead loss when employed for the purpose, as is the case with kerosene. We know a girl who is having trouble with her French, but we hate to think of the trouble the Parisians will have with it when she gets to Paris. The Baltimore American says the names figuring in the war news are a pronounced nuisance; but that is not simply the kind of nuisance they are not. A California naturalist is authority for the statement that skunks like to be petted; but that is an instance where abent treatment ought to work just as well. An American engineer says Krupps are building guns to throw shells 21 miles. If they keep on Germany will be able to whip the rest of Europe without leaving home. Scientists on the Pacific coast are trying to solve a murder mystery a thousand years old. Why not tackle some of the modern ones while there's a chance to get the criminals? A university professor denounces automobiles and joy rides as inimical to students. And a student is much more apt to get his neck broken in an automobile than he is on the grid-fron. One reason why some people who don't know where their next meal is coming from are happy is because their digestions are good and they know they'll be able to enjoy it when it does come. The Lick observatory reports that its astronomers have reached considerable slims which "relegate the nebular hypothesis to the scrap heap." Upon what ground the nebular hypothesis is accorded that summary treatment we do not know; but if it must go to the scrap heap the ordinary and unstable nominal world will try to bear it with fwttitude. I WANT TO BENEFIT ONE THOUSAND MORE HOMES BEFORE I WITHDRAW MY OFFER—I WANT EVERY FAIR-MINDED WOMAN TO READ THE TRUTH. WOMEN, WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO BETTER YOUR .PRESENT CONDITIONS? 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Sal street 501 Pine St. and Floor Bell Way 2523 - Knoloch Cent. 2845 STEINER ENGRAVING & BADGE CO. BADGES, SEALS, BUTTONS & PINS, STAMPS, STENCILS & METAL CHECKS $1.99 Factory 20 & Mulianphy St. Bell Tyler 718 Knoloch Cent. 6897 Lawton Ave. Pressing CLUB J. SAMS, Proprietor Cleaning, Dyeing and Repairing of Ladies and Gents' Garments. A TRIAL IS ALL WE ASK OF YOU 2922 Lawton Ave. SUPERIOR TO COPAIBA & INJECTIONS SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY RELIEVES IN 24 HOURS D. PASSALAOUA DRY GOODS AND NOTIONS Ladies' and Gents' Furnishing Goods Double Eagle Stamps Every Saturday TOPSY HOSIERY Courteous Treatment to all 3146 Laclede Ave. (East of Compton) 1930 We found in 1913 that our future selling piano would be our player, and our president, Mr. E. H. Story, spent $150,000 making a tour of the world to find the latest and most improved patent players. From French inventors he obtained a player with the five motor attachment. This can be found, in St. Louis, only at the store of Story and Clark Piano Co., 1107 Olive St. This is the most improved instrument on the market today—is everything but human—and has had a tremendous sale. Among the colored people who have purchased the new style player during 1914 are the following: Mrs. Wilkerson, 3302 S. Jefferson; Mrs. Alexander, 4280 N. Market; Miss Ruth Washington, 3306 Pine St.; Miss Rosetta Thompson, 4230½ Cote Brilliante; Mr. John Engalman, 2655½ Bernard; Mr. Thomas Brown, 3504 Lawton; Miss Zenobia Shoulders, 4309 Garfield; Mrs Beard, 2308 Chestnut; Mrs. Hollester, 4053a W. Belle; Mr. Robert Chathing, 1014 Pine (white). We are also offering a line of upright pianos at prices which cannot be duplicated in St. Louis for the quality. If you cannot call at our store, phone or write me a card and I will call on you. Respectfully, CHAS. H. WATKINS, Story & Clark Piano Co. 1107 Olive St. Phones Central 2422 Olive 497 C. E. Lenhart, Grocer The Boss Corners for best goods at lowest prices. A trial order and you will be convinced Kinloch, Central 4307 Meals 25 cents All Home Cooking 2641 Market Place St. Louis, Mo A. H. OECHSLE GROCERY AND MEAT MARKET Cor. Bernard and Lefflingwell We carry the Best Grade of Groceries for those who demand high quality. We cater to the best trade as well as those in moderate circumstances. Saloon in rear in connection with store We Give Eagle Stamps Gives the BEST VALUE for Your Money Every Kind from Cotton to Silk, For Men, Women and Children Any Color and Style From 25c to $5.00 per pair Look for the Trade Mark! Sold by All Good Dealers. WHOLESALE Lord & Taylor NEW YORK The L. Erdle Bakery and Confectionery 2806 MARKET STREET Get your holiday orders in now and avoid the rush. We can save you time, labor and money; and guarantee you absolute satisfaction. All kinds of Cakes and Pies. PHONE, CENTRAL 8439-L 3 IN ONE OILS. CLEANS. POLISHES. 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WHITLOR KINLOCH: DELMAR 983-L BELL, FOREST 23639 Moving Vans, Packing and Shipping STORAGE FURNITURE SOLD ON CASH OR TIME PAYMENTS 2520 NORTH TAYLOR AVENUE A. RUSSELL UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER Livery Carriages Furnished for ALL Occasions 3733 PINE STREET. Phones: Kinloch, Central 555. Bell, Bomont 1438 For the newest and most up-to-date styles in Ladies' and Men's Apparel visit FRIEDMAN'S 1500-MARKET ST.-2300 They will also loan you money to buy that Spring Quilt for 1914. You can always depend upon Henry Braun for lowest prices in Staple and Fancy Groceries 1700 Goode Avenue AUTOMOBILES Chauffeurs' Club GET THE HABIT AND EAT EARLY MORNING BREAKFAST Goody's 10c, 15c, and 20c Meals -at the NEW IDEAL RESTAURANT For Ladies and Gents 1312 CHESTNUT STREET Open day and night. S hort orders a specialty Home Cooking and Quick Service WM. E. GOQDLOE, Prop. R. F. WILSON, Manager. BE INDEPENDENT Learn to compose music. Lessons in harmony, counterpoint, form and instrumentation according to latest methods. Call Delmar 3952X. "BEN-G THE FEDERAL MUSEUM OF ART MR. H. H. GREENE Mr. Greene, manager of the Carolina Express and Moving, 816 N. Channing Avenue, is enjoying a successful business, regardless of the hard times. His courteous treatment and prompt service has established a reputation that is expanding over the entire city. For service phone office, Bomont 2412, Central 6948. Residence Bomont 834W. "DERMATAS" A wonderful hair preparation may be found at drugstores or direct from Dermatas Mfg. Co., 2749 Walnut St. Price, 25 and 50 cents. Undertakers. 4107 Finney Ave. Phones, Del. 922; Lindell 5690. Bomont 1005 Kinloch: Central 4563 Rob't. P. Fritschle JEWELER Diamonds, Watches Etc. 2716 LACLEDE AVE. ST. LOUIS SEIDEL'S GROCERY AND MEAT MARKET French Vegetable Poultry and Game in Seasons 2140 MARKET ST. Louis Hencken ```markdown ``` GROCER 2601 Market Street Handles a First-class Line of Goods Orders Promptly Delivered REMOVAL NOTICE Dr. W. P. Curtis has removed his office from 2300 Market Street to 2336 Market Street, in same building with his brother, Dr. T. A. Curtis. Phone: Homont, 1644, Central, 8371. AL" BOOKER WASHINGTON Booker Washington Theater patrons are getting a variety of song, dance and comedy this week that is pleasing all through and especially strong. GRANT AND RECTOR open the show with a repertoire of fashionable dances and win much applause and admiration as they glide and whirl through their artistic evolutions. They are a very graceful pair and can well be classed with the best in their line that have appeared at this theater. THE HARRISON STEWART PLAYERS are appearing to still better advantage this week than last. Their current offering, "Private Bullet Head," is a military burlesque, bubbling over with rich humor and graced with some very creditable acting. Harrison Stewart is better than ever as "Private Bullet Head." Will A. Cooke, as "Capt Jack Johnson," is more comic than in his tramp character and the female members are proving their versatility by keeping up their standard of work. The act is scoring a big hit this week. THE WOMAN MISS URSEL BURNETTE BOWMAN & BURNETTE, in a singing and talking act, are a pair of genuinely worthy artists. Both have excellent voices, stylish stage appearance and graceful movements. Their four song numbers are well rendered and their dialogue is spicy and catchy. JONES & LISTON close the bill in hilarious fashion. Mr. Jones does quite a bit of eccentric dancing and keeps up much merriment on account of his comical lingual. Miss Liston goes big in her two feature song numbers, "That Roving Rag" and "The Titanic Blues," which she is singing by request. They are making a hit this week. Dude Kelly and Amon Davis have purchased a half interest in Tom Turpin's saloon. They expect to put on a stock company at the theater here in the near future. The U. B. T. and S. M. T. concert company, a musical comedy organization is booked to appear here soon. Charles Lacey (Evvysing) and Florence Clay, former champion cake walkers; Eddie Hellems and lady, old St. Louis favorites, have entered the cake walking contests at the Booker Washington. NEXT WEEK AT BOOKER WASHINGTON THEATER TIM & HESTER MOORE In a New Lot of Blamed Foolishness ED PEAT Late of Peat and Hayes. Featuring His Own Peculiar Style of Gro- tesque Dancing SAM DAVIS AND WILL GREER The Medicine Men in a Medical Absurdity HARRISON STEWART PLAYERS In "Smoky, the Politician," Another Big Scream, in Which Stewart Will Feature His Police Made to your order by experienced cap cutter and inaker. Any style. Call or write. H. Montgomery, 4339 Labadie Ave. By H. T. M. The supercriminal Elaine Dodge and Craig Kennedy, world's famous detective must be captured to avenge Elaine's father's murder. The perils they undertake to bring this criminal to justice are being shown each Monday at the Movie Theater, 2351 Market St. RUNAWAY JUNE AT THE COMET THEATER "Runaway June" the big thriller being shown at the Comet Theater, 21st and Market, every Monday is proving the banner card of that theater's existence. This is one of the most exciting serial pictures before the public at present. THE SHOOTING STAR "The Shooting Star," a screamingly funny All Negro Motion Picture, featuring Burt Murphy, who sang, "He's In the Jail House Now," Florence McClain, Frank Montgomery and many other well known performers, will be shown at the Booker Washington, Saturday night, February 6, only. W. HENRI BOWMAN The following policy-holders of the Clover Leaf Casualty Co. have recently been paid for both illness and accident: Mr. Chas. Q. Clark, of Clark-Smith Co., Mrs. Almetta Banks, of 2901 Laclede Ave., Mr. Monroe Jackson, of 3221 Lawton Ave., Mr. Edw. Smith, of No. 7 N. Garrison Ave., Mr. Jake Brade, of 3321 Lawton Ave., and Mrs. Bessie Sledge, 2903 Laclede, and in every case the claimant was satisfied because they got just what they asked for, and the Clover Leaf was more than pleased to comply with the claimants' request, as they are with all just claims. All of the above claims were insured by Mr. E. Hawkins, one of the agents of the "Clover Leaf." W. L. Wilson Sign & House Painting Co. interior decorators paper hangers plasterers, and whiteners, are now located at 2639 Market St. W. L. Wilson, Pres. NEW RESTAURANT Mrs. O. Chambliss has opened a new, first-class specialty restaurant at 2808 Lucas Ave. The patronage of private parties is solicited. Every convenience to handle same. We make a specialty of home cooking. A Christmas turkey dinner with all the trimmings for 35 cents. Bom. 1049. 2808 Lucas. Have you seen the new 1915 "NEGRO YEAR BOOK?" Price 20 cts. At Mosby's Drug Store, Harris' two Drug Stores. THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS Of course the fans want to know what is doing in the local baseball situation and the Argus would like to keep them posted, but we found Mr. Mills so snowed under with applications this week that he hardly knew where he was at and would give out no additional information. The reporter got into his private retreat however and discovered at least 50 letters from ball players throughout the country seeking positions. We doubt whether Mills knows anything of their ability. There are some letters, however, from such well known players as Chappy Johnson. Tully McAdoo, C. Crawford, Leon Proctor, of Tallageh College, Ala., and Jimmie Lyons. Joe Hewett, short-stop, and Sam Bennet, outfielder, are in St Louis and it's dollars to doughnuts Mills will sign them. In an interview with Conrad Kuebler, one of the owners he was over jubilant, but he would not talk. He says Mills is the boss and he is confident he will put a good team here. Kuebler says he is busy on the stands and grounds. One hundred and ninety-two box seats are being placed in the grandstand and general remodeling going on. Mills promises to tell something that will tickle the fahs soon. MONEY Advanced Salaried People C. BERRY Room 810 Holland Bldg. 211 N. Seventh IN CHICAGO People N. Seventh Retina Theatre, 23 Special Feature Motion Comet Theatre, 22 Cowboy, Indian, Dom Pictures. Movie Theatre, 2351 boy, Indian, Domestic tures. Silver Grill, 2321 M. High Class Cabaret. You will find The Argus at 3640 State Street, at Mr. Hayes', the newsdealer. TEL THE ProgressiveTa OF CHICA Will be opened on the 1st of December, with neatly furnished or unfurnished rooms. Washington Johnson, Prop., 2845-47 Morgan St. Channing Avenue Lunch Room 124 N. CHANNING Money back unless santeed by the Oldest Best known Cash Tr in the world FOR APPOINTMENT Hours: 5 to 5 Saturdays: 2 to 4274 FINNEY Star Knitting Co. 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Call or Write, St. Louis Representative Meat :- and : Vegetable :- Market 4105 FINNEY AVENUE 21st And Market MOVIE THEATRE 2351 Mar Latest and PHOTO HIGH CLASS COWBOY, INDIAN, DOMESTIC MOVING PICTURES "THE MASTER KEY" EVERY THURSDAY RUNAWAY JUNE Every Monday 5c THE RETINA HIGH CLASS MOVING PICTURES. Ladies and Children are Espe cially Invited. 20th and Market Sts. Admission 5c. COMMERCIAL HOTEL Williams' Grocery & Meat Co BEST QUALITY PURE FOOD LOWEST PRICES Phone: Lindell 2652 4300 FAIRFAX AVENUE Where to find the Argus Street Bros.' Pharmacy, Newstead and Cottage Aves. Harris, two busy drug stores, 100 M. Jefferson and Twenty-Second and Market. Wm. Powell's shining parlor, 1012 North Sarah. Mercantile cigar store, 2819 Market. Goode's news stand, 2305 Market. Simmons' delicatessen, 2129 Mar-Moeby's drug store, 809 North Jefferson. Bolar's grocery, 2630 North Leffing-well. Jones Drug Co., Pendleton & North Market. Sarah-Finney Pharmacy, 4100 Finney. Mr. George Smith, 4285 St. Ferdinand. A GOOD LOCATION For a saloon and cafe for a colored man. Apply Columbia Brewery. Ask for Mr. Kist AMUSEMENT PLACES Booker Washington Theatre, 23rd and Market. High class vaudeville and Motion Pictures. Retina Theatre, 21st and Market. Special Feature Motion Pictures. Comet Theatre, 22nd and Market. Cowboy, Indian, Domestic and Serial Pictures. Movie Theatre, 2351 Market. Cowboy, Indian, Domestic and Serial Pictures. Silver Grill, 2321 Market. Cafe and High Class Cabaret. The Keystone, Compton and Lawton. Cafe and High Class Cabaret. THE ProgressiveTailoring Co OF CHICAGO To Get the Best Clothes For the lest Money see N. A. Robinson Money back unless satisfied. Guaranteed by the Oldest, Largest and Best known Cash Tailoring House in the world FOR APPOINTMENTS Hours: 5 to 9 p. m. Saturdays: 2 to 10 p. m. 4274 FINNEY AVENUE Knitting Co. 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Quality and Quantity Guaranteed GOODS DELIVERED AT YOUR DOOR BORN WITH A DOUBLE VEIL Standing Challenge $5,000 for 1His Equal. CONCERNING BUSINESS AFFAIRS He gives dates, facts and figures, reliable and important advice and information on all matters of interest in business transactions, law suits, contested wills, life insurance, damage suits, divorces, deeds, mortgages, claims, collections, speculations, adventures, stocks and all financial difficulties. Truly predicts the success or failure of new inventions, patients, pending pension claims, etc.; tells you will receive fair dealing with partner you desire to know what business you shall follow to be successful, where you shall be to avoid, if you intend to make a claim or to start a business, buy or sell property, or, in fact, take any important step, don't fail to consult W. L. Gladstone. His advice may be the means of saving you thousands of dollars and a great deal of trouble. LOVE, COURTSHIP AND MARRIAGE. If affairs of the heart or emotions of love interest you, he gives the exact and full revelations of all love affairs, settles love, and enables you to win the esteem and admiration anyone you desire, causes speedy and marriages, tells if the one you love is true; also date of marriage; restores lost affection, peace and confidence to lovers and discordant families; gives you the full secret how to control, fascinate and charm the one you love; also those you meet, and how to make a person at a distance think of you. Lady Attendant. West Mediums Developer. NOTE.—Those calling for pastime, curious and frivolous persons are only wasting time calling on Prof. Gladstone. Strangely fascinating are the words that come from the cultivated lips of this most interesting man whose journey of life has already taken him through all the renowned psychic schools of Egypt, India and Africa, and as his knowledge must come from his own world of which we all would know, yet longing, cannot know. He looks far away, into the dim mysterious future—the great beyond—across the dark chasm which separates the human body from the fitting soul—and that which is to be is told. The separated are brought to 6128 EASTON AVENUE JUST 30 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY Office hours: Daily, 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. and Saturday to 7 p. m. Low Fee, 50c. THE EXPLOIT Greatest of all Se STARTS MOVIE THE 2351 BE SU When you want to learn all the latest dances get in connection with Miss J. Mack, 3336 Lawton, or call Bomont 2109. EAT GOOD WHOLESOM AT THE ALA Short Orders and Regul WILLIAM L. HUSSEY, Proprietor Phone: Lindell 1719 A gather, foes are made friends, lost property is recovered, the mist is brushed away from business ventures, the hand is so guilded that failures are averted, the earth's surface is explored, its treasure mind, to his mysterious perceptive mind, and to his names, dates, facts and figures, his vision is founded at the revelations he make to him. He is surely a man of the passing time. GLADSTONE is not a chairvoyant from choice, but because fate has so decreed it. His ancestors were powerful mediums and have for ages handed down their wonderful power of gift from generation to generation. So he has received the rich inheritance together with the combined knowledge and priceless experience of generations. No matter what your present trouble may be or what your past experience been, you will save time and avoid disappointment by at once consulting Gladstone. NOTE—Gladstone answers no letters. If you cannot call in person, do not write, as his time is fully occupied with his personal callers. TAKE WELLSTON HODIAMONT OR HAMILTON CARS Sunday, 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. Wednesdays