St. Louis Argus

AT CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH SUNDAY 3 P.M. Every man in St. Louis should hear this wonderful gospel preacher. He will preach every night next week until Thursday night. On that night he will close his labors with Pastor Stevens by delivering his famous lecture on "Little Foxes." Program for the week: Sunday, February 21, 11 a. m. "The Power of the Spirit, The Need of the Church." Sunday, February 21, 3 p. m. "An Awful Whirlwind." (Great Men's Meeting.) Sunday, February 21, 7:45 p. m. "Looking for Rest." Monday, February 22, 8 n, m. "Receiving. Jesus." Tuesday, February 23, 8 p. m. "The Valley of Dry Bones." Wednesday, February 24, 8 p. m. "The Power of the Blood." Thursday, February 25, 8 p. m. Dr. Powell will deliver his most popular lecture on "Little Foxes." There will be a small admission fee that night and a chorus of fifty voices will sing. The Brotherhood of Union Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, Leffingwell and Pine St., met in regular session Sunday evening, the 14th inst., and was attended by the largest gathering of men in the annals of its existence. The meeting was enthusiastic throughout. Aside from the regular devotional exercises, the matter of "civic pride" was discussed. After having heard expressions from several members, Dr. I. Garland Penn, of Cincinnati, Ohio, was asked to say something. He responded in his characteristic manner by commending the members of the brotherhood for the fine attendance, and explained the relation of the Brotherhood to the various machinery of the Methodist Church, and showed no part could advantageously be dispensed with. Dr. Penn related several instances in connection with his personal experience, to show that where-pride is taken in the cleaning and beautifying of the home, by planting flowers, sowing grass and keeping clean the lawn, there have been less objections raised to the purchase of property in any community by that class of people, regardless of their color. A motion was offered by Pastor Abbott that a committee be appointed to invite the co-operation of the various churches in the city to do what they could toward ausing an interest amongst their members and followers to make a greater effort to keep their homes and yards in an inviting appearance by the small outlay of ten or fifteen cents for grass seed. The motion carried. Brother L. S. Williams, the undertaker, made a short but impressive talk, in which he excoriated the young men (of which he found a large number) for not having registered, and urged that they do so at once. There were ten young men who were admitted to membership. Whereas, the voice of the people, as well as the voice of God, is calling for human improvement, and whereas, "Civic Pride" is a manifestation of good citizenship; And whereas, we believe in the three great institutions for the guidance of mankind, (1) the family, (2) the state and (3) the church, all three of which we hold to be divine. Therefore, Be it Resolved, that we, the Brotherhood of Union Memorial M. E. Church in regular meeting assembled, appeal to the pastors of the various colored churches of the city the necessity of starting a clean up campaign amongst its members and followers, to the end that our desert-looking yards be transformed into beautiful lawns and the health conditions thereby rendered more safe. Reasoned further: That a commit- METROPOLITAN A.M.E.Z.CHURCH Great Preacher at Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church. Dr. Shaw and Congregation will move into their New Church Home Sunday, March 7th. Dr. John W. Wood, the whirlwind preacher, is conducting a wonderful revival at the Metropolitan Church, and many souls are being converted and added to the church. Dr. Wood is now preaching a series of sermons from the subject, "Christ Weeping Over Jerusalem vs. Weeping Over St. Louis." Now is the time to be saved. Hear this wonderful preacher, whose great slogan is, "Turn on the Light." Dr. B. G. Shaw, the pastor, is making every possible move to make March 7 a great historical event. He and his board of trustees and workers have made complete arrangements for moving into their new and magnificent quarters, Sunday, March 7. The whole church is now working as one person. Full account of opening exercise will occur in these columns next week. The pastor will deliver his farewell sermon in the old church next Sunday. Hear him! Odd Fellows Band Concert Sunday Sunday afternoon at Pythian Hall the third of the series of band concerts under the management of Major M. C. Elroy and the Odd Fellows Band will be held. Interesting programs are being rendered each Sunday. The Pythian Cadets will be the program. Program 1. March—"Under the Double Eagle" Wagner 2. Overture—"Bellmont" 3. Manana Chilton Dance Spanish M. Missid 4. Waltz—"Heart Throbs" E. C. Lesser Address, R. H. Cole 5. Overture—"Living Picture" Dolbsy 6. Solo—Master Wilson Robinson, accompanied by his sister, Miss Esther C. Robinson. and Popular Melodies Remarks—R. D. Brown, Ex- Grand Master of the Odd Fellows of Missouri. 8. Trombone Solo—"Why did you make me care." Alfred Solman Master Harvey Lankford 9. Selection—"Rhinefels" R. Gruenwald of 467 10. Polk di concert—"I am here." Triple fuge Polke E. Brooks 11. Selection from Fauil Pilgrim Chorus Gounod 12. Joyes 7th Regiment March—Boyer P. B. Lankford, Director. Ernest Patillo, Master of Ceremonies. Major McElroy, Commander. Admission 10 Cents tee from each church be appointed to co-operate with the original committee of the Brotherhood. Be it Further Resolved, That the name of said committee when organized shall be the "Citizens' Social Welfare Committee." Resolved, further, that the duties of said committee shall be determined in the meeting of the committee of the whole. Respectfully, Wm. T. Boykin, R. Mayea, L. E. Simma, S. A. Carneal, Committee. L. L. Landay, Chairman. NOTICE All communications for the current issue of the Argus must be in this office not later than Wednesday noon each week. Out-of-town correspondents must send their news so as to reach us not later than Tuesday noon. Editor. TURPIN WINS IN SUPREME COURT Wednesday, February 10, the Supreme Court at Jefferson City passed upon the writ of prohibition in the Powers-Turpin contest. Powers attempted to prevent the opening of the ballot boxes and the counting of the votes in the Fourth Constabulary District. The Supreme Court denied the writ and ordered the ballots counted, and the count began Friday morning at 9 o'clock. There is a discrepancy of several hundred votes in this district, which the count will show, and it is believed a recount will show that Charles Turpin was elected Constable. The count should be completed by the middle of next week. Self Interest First Step Toward Success Watkins Tells His Experience In Piano Business in the Capacity of Salesman Since Abraham Lincoln delivered his proclamation all Negroes should be free, the Negro has traveled considerably fast. We have a few examples in the city of St. Louis that have proven it and will teach you just what the Negro can do, provid- ing he takes the advantage of industry. We have a colored laundry that gives the same satisfaction of any white laundry, same inducements, also better work. We have a colored theater, consisting of just as good vaudeville as our white theaters. We have colored printers giving the same satisfaction as any of our white printers; but there is something we must do yet, we must become more interested in each other, also in our own individual selves, if we expect to scale the mountains of success. It makes no difference how much the public is interested in you, if you are not interested in yourself, you may not expect to succeed, and you must first be interested in yourself if you want the public to be interested in you. Also I would like to know just what the intention of one-tenth of our young men is that our schools and colleges are turning out today. Their mothers and fathers worked night and day to educate them and the minute they become competent to take some good position they go to the billiard halls, begin learning billiards, or begin loafing in some saloon, as if to say my education is finished, and I have nothing else to do. Do they need an education for that? His hardest work has just begun, for he must go before the public and show them what he has strived for these many years and just what use he is going to make of it. When I came to St. Louis seven years ago I began working for Story & Clark Piano Company for $6.00 per week. Since that time, up until January 1, 1915, I have been able to get my wages increased until it amounts to $5.00 per day and seventy-five cents expenses per day. There are only three things that accomplished it, reliability, ambition and true honest methods. Also since my time in business I have been able to contribute over $200 worth of publishing to the St. Louis Argus, and I have made the white man pay for it all and I do not feel that that company owes me anything or any free publishing, for I have received considerable results from it. I am glad to say. I am working for the benefit of our younger ones as well as for myself, for I am going to leave a clean record that will follow the white man day and night. The Negro is competent of filling any position that the white man can, providing opportunity presents itself, and when that opportunity presents itself, he should take advantage of it and apply himself to his surroundings as if the work he is doing for his employer was his own. Since my time in St. Louis I notice three more young men have been permitted some chances which I hope may make good. I am not going to say that it was from my wonderful work I have been carrying on or my legitimate business I have been doing, but I will leave it to the public to say. Although I am thanking my many patrons for their patronage in 1914, I trust I may get the same results in 1915, for I see nothing that can spring up before me in life now that can prevent my success but death, for I have what the public demands—I am game. See me at Story & Clark Piano Cq. C. H. Watkins, 1107 Olive St. One of the most extraordinary incidents in the life of a white insurance company, was the recent appointment of the second colored man to the office of District Manager of the St. Louis district. Mr. E. Hawkins, the fortunate individual, came to St. Louis, March 1, 1913. After working for various firms of note, he connected himself with the Clover Leaf Casualty Co., of Jacksonville, Ill. During his relations with that company, Mr. Hawkins has written such a volume of business as to win for himself the high esteem of the company. He has also won several prizes offered by the company from time to time. He has nearly every minister of note in the city on his list, as well as many business and professional men. A few days ago, one of the attaches of the company arrived in St. Louis, and after disposing of other business matters, called the Clover Leaf agents together and surprised them all, as well as Mr. Hawkins himself, with the announcement that Mr. Hawkins had been appointed the new District Manager. The news was received with much enthusiasm by all. In this responsible position, Mr. Hawkins will have under him some of the best colored agents in the city, most of whom have been his fellow-workers up to this time. They are as follows: E. H. Newsome, J. M. Weil, G. W. Smith, H. Gully, R. W. Buck, Luther LeClaire, L. P. Holloman, W. S. Fearance, W. K. Patterson, E. R. White, A. W. Polk, S. R. Stanley, B. Sutton and Wilson Dawson. In addition to his present list of agents, he is now looking around for a few more live men; and from his past record, there is every indication of great success for the company under his leadership. Mr. Hawkins succeeds Mr. J. J. Allem, who has given three years of useful service to this work, and who has now been promoted to take charge of a larger work in the Kansas City district. Mr. Hawkins has the distinction of being the only colored man, who ever held the position of checker in the freight department of the Wabash Railroad in St. Louis; and so satisfactory were his services, that when he left the company, Mr. E. J. McDowell, the agent gave him a strong recommendation. He is also clerk of St. Paul A. M. E. Church and secretary of New Light Lodge. No. 67, K of P. PIANO PLAYING CONTEST AT KEYSTONE CAFE Ladies. Only Will Compete For Prize Friday Night, February 26. Cash For All Entrants Charles Mills announces a piano playing contest, for ladies only, to be held at the Keystone Cafe, Friday night, February 26. A first prize of $5.00 will be given to the winner and every lady who enters will receive $1.00. The patrons and friends of the beautiful cafe are invited to be present. Miss Edna Freeman and Thomas Mills will assist in entertaining. All ladies who wish to enter the contest are requested to send their names to, or call on, Thomas O. Mills, master of ceremonies, Keystone Cafe, Compton and Lawton Aves. The next big feature on the Keystone calendar, however, will be the Washington's birthday party, Monday night, the 22nd. Old George's souvenirs will be very nifty. Everyone attending will get a little hatchet and the Washington hats will be made a feature by Mills. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy themselves, Supreme Court Rules Against Segregation Georgia Supreme Court Holds Atlanta City Council's Segregation Ordinance Unconstitutional Violates State and Federal Law. Atlanta, Ga., Feb. 13., Special to Argus.—The Georgia Supreme Court yesterday held unconstitutional an ordinance passed by the Atlanti City Council to segregate the residences of white and Negro persons. Four of the judges concurred in the opinion. It was cited that such a measure was in violation of the State and Federal Constitution. National A.A.C.P. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People held their annual election Tuesday night at Central Library, 14th and Olive Streets. The following officers were elected. Gustavas Tuckerman, president; A. Burgess, 2nd vice-president; Mrs. Henry A. Smith, secretary; Chas. Brown, treasurer. Executive committee, C. A. Pitman, Dr. T. A. Curtis, Prof. D. E. Gordon and Miss Jessie Moller. The Association has taken up the question of segregation and definite steps were taken to fight the proposed legislation. Everybody who is opposed to segregation should join the Association, that their protest may be felt in a strong body. TO PUBLISH NAMES OF SEGRE GATION PETITION SIGNERS A number of citizens are preparing to request from the Board of Election Commissioners the names of all who sign the segregation petition now being circulated. It is their intention to publish these names so that everyone may know them. An appeal will be made for financial assistance in a few days and all who can should donate. Pullman Porters' Annual Banquet The second annual banquet of the Benevolent Order of Pullman Porters was held on Tuesday evening, 16th inst at Pythian Temple auditorium. About three hundred persons including Mr. F. E. Cook, district superintendent and Messrs. Graefe and Stile, of the official staff, were present. An interesting program of addresses and musical numbers was rendered, after which an elaborate dinner was served. Dancing completed the evening's entertainment. Messrs. Robt. Eaton, Jno. Hammond, L. Dunbar, T. A. Crenshaw, J. H. Thomason and others spared no pains to make the affair a most enjoyable one. NTED BIG CHARITY NIGHT GRANT'S LATEST IDEA Drama, Opera, and May Party on Same Evening in May For Charity Mr. James Grant has decided to give a big charity benefit. A date to be selected will be known as Charity Night. On that evening a double bill consisting of drama and opera will be presented at one of the large downtown theaters, and a May party at one of the halls. These three entertainments will be given on the same evening about the last of May for the benefit of charity. Mr. Grant will have full control, and be responsible for their success and will divide the proceeds among the following organizations: St. Louis Orphan Home, Old Folk's Home, St. Francis Orphan Asylum and Provident Hospital. A competent committee will be appointed to look after the finances which will be divided equally as a gift to the above charities. St. Louisians can look forward to another big, if not its largest, social event in this affair. Gates & Manual Add Automobile Ambulance Gates and Manuel, undertakers and embalmers, at 4107 Finney, have added an automobile ambulance to their service. They enjoy the distinction of being the only Negro firm in the city with this accommodation and can furnish an automobile ambulance, at a moment's notice, to any part of the city. They also furnish automobile funerals at the same price as horse drawn; also can give white hearse and as many white teams as desired. Negro Business League. AT UNION M. E. CHURCH SUNDAY "Race Loyalty" will be the subject of Dr. Abbott in a special sermon, Sunday morning, to the Negro Business League, who will attend the eleven o'clock services in a body. All business and professional men, as well as women, are cordially invited to attend. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH One of the largest congregations of the season gathered last Sunday morning, and the pastor preached a sermon rarely equalled for pointedness and power. In the evening, the pastor exchanged pulpits with Rev. P. W. Dunavant, of the Leonard Avenue Baptist Church. A large audience greeted Dr. Dunavant, who preached most effectively. Next Sunday morning, Dr. Martyn will speak on "The Go Between." In the evening, the African prince, Umfraena Kaba Rega, will deliver his lecture on Africa. A most cordial invitation is extended to all, especially strangers and visitors in the city. L. L. S. CLUB ENTERTAINS AT SILVER GRILL MARDI GRAS M. L. S. Club held their second annual Valentine party on Tuesday, February 16, at Silver Grill. Members present: Mesdames Mary J. Bradford, Elizabeth Saunders, Julia Prince, Elk V. Tyler, Libby Craddock, Josie Lee, Leonora Penn, Mary W. Baxter, Nannie Trace, Lucille Grimstead, Mayme M. Polk. Guests: Mesdames Florence Davis, Estelle Gordon, Maud E. Brown, Vera Brown, F. H. L. Jones, H. J. Guye, Sam. McKinnis, Maud Washington. Messrs J. D. Saunders, J. W. Tyler, J. Prince, Lloyd Baxter, H. J. Guye, A. L. Lee, W. Morrell, Grant Smith, Edw. Chase, F. H. L. Jones, Sam. McKinnis, Drs. Craddock and Gordon. The evening was delightfully spent in games and music. Many were in full dress. Next regular meeting Thursday, February 25, at the residence of Mrs. Craddock, 4183 West Belle Pl. Lucile Grimstead, See. Mayme M. Polk, Pres. Church Directory 2 BAPTIST CHURCHES First Baptist Church—13th Street and Clark Ave. Preaching, 11:00 a.m. m. and 8:00 p.m. m. Sunday-school 9:30 a.m. m. Prayer meeting, Friday, 8:00 p.m. m. Rev. F. P. Martyn, pastor Central Baptist Church, Washington and Ewing avenues. Preaching, 11:00 a.m. m. and 8:00 p.m. m. Sunday-school 2:00 p.m. Rev. George E. Stevens, D. D., pastor. Bethel Baptist Church, 725 S. Third street, Services 11a. m. Sunday School at 1 o'clock. Y. P. U., 8:30 p.m. m. Manual services, 8 p.m. m. Rev. T. W. Lee, pastor Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Elliott and Wash St. Preaching, Sunday 11:30 p.m. m. 7:30 p.m. m. Sunday school 1:00 p.m. Prayer meeting, Wednesday 7:40 p.m. Rev. J. K. Parker pastor Compton Hill Baptist Church, 3141 La salle St. Preaching, 11:00 a.m. m. and 8:00 p.m. m. Prayer meeting Wednesday 8:00 p.m. Rev W W Perry, pastor Aptish Baptist Church, North Market and Goode Ave. Preaching at 11 a.m. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Prayst meeting Wednesday 8:00 p.m. Rev Wm. Perry pastor Fifth Baptist Church, 4125 Papin St. Preaching 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. school 10:00 a.m. Prayst meeting Thursday 8:00 p.m. Rev J. E. Bannett pastor Chambers Street Baptist Church, 10th and Chambers St. Preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Prayst meeting Wednesday 8:00 p.m. Rev David Johnson pastor New Hope Baptist Church, 2719 Morgan St. Preaching 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday-school 10:00. Prayer meeting 8:00 p.m. Rev. Harden Smith. pastor. Magdalene Bartist Church 5529 Bernard St. Preaching 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 18:00 p.m. Prayer meeting Friday 8:00 p.m. Rev Willis. pastor. Patterson Ave. Baptist Church, 5223 Patterson Ave. Preaching 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Prayer meeting Thursday 8:00 p.m. Rev. Charles Wilson. pastor. Shiloh Baptist Church, 4279 Garfield Ave. Preaching 9:30 a.m. Sunday school and 8:00 p.m. preaching Prayer meeting Thursday evenings Rev Geo W. Benton. pastor. Pilgrim Baptist Church, 4227 St. Louis Ave. Preaching 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Prayer meeting Friday 8:00 p.m. Rev E. J. Goldsby pastor. El Bethel Baptist Church, 638 Athlone Ave. Preaching 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 8:30 a.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday 8:00 p.m. Rev W Alexander pastor. Gallifee Baptist Church. — Preaching 11 a.m and 7:30 p.m. Sunday School. 9:30 a.m. Services 7:30 Wednesday Prayer meeting Friday 8 p.m Rev M Owens pastor. First Baptist Church, Kinloch. Mo. Preaching 11 a.m and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 10:00 a.m. Prayer meeting Tuesday 10 p.m. Rev Wm Anderson pastor. First Baptist Church, Chayton Mo. Preaching 11:00 a.m and 1:00 p.m. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Prayer meeting Thursday 9:00 p.m. Rev W L Rhodes pastor. First Baptist Church—Services. Sunday, 11 a.m. preaching; 1:30 p.m. Sunday school, 7:45 p.m. preaching. Wednesday, 8:45 p.m. preaching. Friday, 9:45 p.m. Prayer meeting Dr. W Fhaw W B. D pastor. 1 Southern Mission Baptist Church, 2211 Pine street, Service Sunday 11 a.m. 8 p.m and 8 p.m. m. Sabbath School, 1:30. B Y P U 4 30 Tuesday and Friday, prayer meeting 8 p.m. Rev. T. B. Mollison, Pastor St. John's Baptist Church, 940 Hodiamont Ave, Services 11:30 a.m. and 8 p.m B R 2 30 p.m. Y. U. 6:30 p.m. Rev. F. C. Christmas, Pastor Sample Ave, a bPtist Church at 2311 N Sample, Prayer meeting on Tuesday and Friday night, Preaching at 11 a.m and 8 p.m B Y P U at 6:30 p.m. Leonard Avenue Baptist Church, 2858 Leonard avenue, Preaching 11 a.m and 8 p.m Sunday school, 11 a.m. Prayer meeting Tuesday night, Preaching Thursday night B Y P U Sunday 8 p.m Corinthian Baptist Church, 1003 High street, Preaching 11 a.m and 8 p.m Street school, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Preaching 11 a.m. Friday, prayer meeting 8 p.m Women's Mission Circle, 7 p.m Sunday All are invited Mr. Olivec Baptist Church, Pigrott avenue, Preaching 11 a.m. and 8 p.m Sunday school 8 a.m. B Y P U, p.m Rev. F. C. Cheers, Pastor Meacham Park First Baptist Church Kirkland Mo. Services 11 a.m. 2:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 10:08 a.m. Mission Circle first Thursday in each month Rev Edward Dishleidlea Pastor Providence Baptist Church, corner Kennedy ly and 11 a.m. churches Presching 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday school, 8:30 p.m. Prayer service, Thursday 7:30 p.m. Rev Geo W. Smith, Pastor Second Baptist Church, Kinloch Park Presching, Sundaya, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. sunday school 1 p.m. Weekly meetinga Wednesdays and Fridays, 8 p.m. Rev M Crawford Pastor First Baptist Church, Bridgeton: Service, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday- school, 1:30 p.m. Laura Green, Clerk: Rev W L. Bolden, Pastor. Campbell Chapel Presell Will M. E. Church 22nd and Adams streets. Sun. m. Sunday school. 1 p.m. Christian Bendover 9 p.m. Weekly services Wednesday night prayer meeting: Pr day night class meeting. P. Office addre sion 1000 Wortherville avenue METHODIST CHURCHES. St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Lefflingwell and Lawton Ave. Preaching 10:45 a.m. m Sunday班会 8:00 p.m. Class meeting Tuesday 8:00 p.m. m. Rev. B. G. Shaw, D. d. pastor. St James A. M. E. Church, St. Ferdinand A. M. E. Church, Redmond街 Preaching 10:45 a.m. m and 7:00 p.m. Sunday school 8:00 a.m. Class meeting, Tuesday 8:00 p.m. m. Teachers meeting, Thursday, 7:00 p.m. Choir practice, Friday 8:00 p.m. m. Rev. A. G. Albert, pastor. Union Memorial M. E. Church, 28th and Pine St. Preaching 11:00 a.m. m and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 1:00 p.m. Ribba class Tuesday 8:00 p.m. m. Rev. B. F. Abbott, pastor. Washington Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, 26th and Morgan St. Preaching 11:00 a.m. m and 8:00 p.m. Class meeting Friday 8:00 p.m. m. Rev. B. G. Shaw, D. d. pastor. Lane Tabernacle C. M. E. Church, 8966 Fairlax Ave. Preaching, Sundays 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Class meeting, Friday 8:00 p.m. Rev. J. W. L. Love, Pastor St. Peter's A. M. E. Church, Millot and Montgomery streets / Preaching, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday School, 1 p.m. Pastor. Quinn Chapel A. M. E. Church, 32 Bowen St. Preaching, 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 9:00 a.m. Rev. S. B. Anderson, Pastor. Barnal M. E. Church, 8275 N. Broadway. Preaching 11:00 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday school 9:00 a.m. Class meeting Thursday 8 p.m. Rev. Goff, pastor. Bethel A. M. E. Church Mission Preaching 11 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 1:00 p.m. Rev. E. L. Clark pastor. Jones Chapel A. M. E. Zion Church 4280 Lerking Ave. Preaching at 11 a.m. and Sunday school 1:30 p.m. Prayer meeting Fridays 8 p.m. Rev. R. P. Christian, pastor. Wayman Institutional A. M. E. Church 14th and Morgan St. Preaching 13:00 a.m and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 10:00 a.m. Prayer meeting Thursdays 8:00 p.m. Rev. B. W. Stewart pastor. Quinn Memorial A. M. E. Church. Brooklyn Preaching 10:45 a.m. 7:20 p.m. Sunday school 2:00 p.m. C. E. 6:30 p.m. Class, 11:30 a.m. Prayer meeting, Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Choir meeting, Friday, 7:30 p.m. Board meeting, Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Communion, first Sunday Rev Wilbur T. B. Harewood, Pastor Allen A. M. E. Mission Church, 1419 N. Sixteenth street. Preaching 11 a.m and 8 p.m. Sunday school 1 p.m. Rev O. W. Harris, Pastor St. Mary A. M. E. Zion Church, 770 Bernard street. Preaching, 11 a.m. 8 p.m. Class Friday, 8 p.m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. S. D. Davis, 224 S. Lefflingwell ave. Pastor. Grant Mission A. M. E. Church. Bleak avenue, Penton, Mo.—Preaching. 11 a m and 8 p m.; Sunday school. 1 p m. weekly meetings. Wednesday. 8 p m. Rev J. W Graham. Pastor. Pillarr J. Church, 1601 Baker avenue, East St Louis II. Preaching. 11 a m. Sunday school, 9:30 a m. Preaching. 7:30 p m. Rev T. Paris. Pastor. St James M. E. Church, 4212 Papin. Preaching services at 16:45 on Sunday morning and 7:45 p m. Sunday school at 2 p m. Class meeting every Friday night Christian endeavor at 6:45 p m. Rev. John Boone. Pastor, 4222 Papin street St. Luke's A. M. E. Mission. Sunday school 10 o'clock. Preaching 11 o'clock. Class, 8. B prayer. Meet meet night. Night. League. Friday night. Red. Room. Wesley Baker, Minister. Ellwood. Park. EPISCOPAL CHURCHES All Saints Episcopal Church Garrison and Locust Sta. Sunday: Holy Communion 7:30 a. m. Prayer and sermon 11:30 a. m. Munday school 1:30 p. m. Evening prayer and sermon 8:00 p. m. Wednesday: Litany 10:30 a. m. Evening prayer 8:00 p. m. Friday Litany 10:30 a. m. Thursday M. C. Mason vector WAYMAN CHAPEL A. M. E. Sunday: Prayer meeting, 6 J. M. Sabbath School 9:30 A. M. Sermon 10:45 A M. Allen Endeavor League 6:30 P. M. Preaching 7:30 P. M. Tuesday. Class Thursday, prayer: Friday, choir. J. W. Carter, D. D., Pastor. All Souls Spiritualist Church holds services every Wednesday and Sunday evenings at 7:45 p. m. in their new chapel at 341 Pine street. Message services by Mrs. C. Armstead. J. B. Rates Pastor. CATHOLIC CHURCH St. Elizabeth Catholic Church - Sun- day mass. Mass a 2 m; second Vesak at 8:30 a.m. with short sermon. Last Mass (High Mass). 9:30 and sermon. Sunday mass. 9:30 and sermon. Daily meeting and benediction (Blessed Sacrament); week day. Mass a 2 m. CHRISTIAN CHURCHER Contenant Christian Church 4299 Kenne- certy Ave. Preaching 11 a.m. m Sunday School 9:30 a.m. m Evening sermon. n.m. m. Sister 7 a.m. m Communion at noon N. A. Mitchell, Pastor THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD at 2113 Division street Preaching at 11 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. m Sunday school 11 a.m. Midwinter meeting Wednesday and Friday nights Rev. I. W. Johnson Pastor Magdalene Baptist Church 3528 Rev. Baptist Church 3528 A. M. and S. P. Sunday School of P. M. Praver Meeting every Thursday night Rev. J. R. Starke, pastor Mount Olive Baptist Church 1428 11th street Preaching every Sunday 11 A. M. S. P. M. and S. P. Sunday School 11th street Praver Meeting every Thursday Clore fourth Sunday in each month Rev D. W. Morra, pastor PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHES Berea Presbyterian Church 8015 Pine St. Sunday worship 11:00 a.m. m. and 8:00 p.m. Bible school 12:30 p.m. m. Praise meeting Sunday 8:00 p.m. m. Rev. W. Pair pastor McHester Memorial Presbyterian Dunleavy Good and Brilliant Sunday Monroe Good and Brilliant Sunday Jonesville 8:00 p.m. m. Sunday school 12:30 p.m. Praise meeting Sunday evening Bee 7:30 p.m. Washington teacher Home Ribble Sunday School, 2019 How a street Ribble to give away. All children and elderly people cordially in attend Sunday school at 1:30 p.m. and attending Sunday and Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Frank Cal- man manager LUTHERAN CHURCH BOTHERAN CHURCH Sutheran Church, Grace Ev. Miaslon Moran, Sunday-school. 3:20 p. m. Service. 8 p. m. Rev. G. A. Miaslon THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON (BY R. O. SELLERA. Acting Director of Sunday School Course Moody Bible In- stitute, Chicago.) LESSON FOR FEBRUARY 21 THE DEATH OF ELI AND HIS SONS. LESSON TEXT-I Samuel 4:1-13, 12. GOLDEN TEXT-Be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deluding your own selves.-James 1:23 R. V. The Philistines in the days of Eli overran Israel pretty much at will. All Israel, God's people, soon knew that God was speaking through this new prophet. 1. No Help at Ebenazer, vv. 1, 2. Ebenezer was that place where Samuel later set up the stones of commemoration (I Samuel 7:12). Here the aggressive Philistines overcame and put to rout the Israelites. Israel had sinned and needed correction (chapter 7:3; Ps. 106:40, 41). When God's people neglect him they weaken themselves and easily become the prey of their enemies. Full often the church of today stands defeated and disgraced, nay even turns its back to the enemy, because it harbors sin and sinners in its ranks (Josh. 7:12). II. Seeking Help. vv. 3-9. If Israel really desired to know the cause of their discomfiture they did not need to go far to seek it. The trouble was that they were not willing to see and own it (L. Cor. 11:31). The reasoning upon the part of these elders seems to be, "Why have we, Israelites, been smitten by these Philistines who are not God's chosen people?" It was absurd and unjust for them to have to suffer. We hear this same sort of reasoning today, whereas God would have us probe deeper and search our hearts, for if we regard iniquity in our hearts the Lord will not hear us. At Shiloh, Ell is caring for the ark, and with the fatalism and superstition that will govern the ungodly, Israel sends for it that it may save us" (v. 3). The ark contained the tables of the law and was the symbol of the presence of God (Ex. 25:10-22). Their trust was in the ark and not in the danger of formalism in religion. To carry the ark about Jericho trusting in Jehovah, was quite different from harboring the sons of Ell, yet thinking that God could not let the ark be captured. The churches of our land are the saving salt, but "if the salt hath lost its savour," if Hophnl and Phinehas bear the ark, nothing but defeat and disgrace can be expected; though the enemy may tremble (v. 8). The Philistines were strong enough to smite because of the weakness of Israel. They recognized the shouts and remembered the mighty deeds of Jehovah, which exploits would have been repeated had Israel truly turned to God. There was good reason for the Philistines to fear. But God was not on the side of Israel at that time. The Philistines began to exhort themselves. Their call (v. 9) was a good one and was used later by Paul (1 Cor. 16:13). For them not to do anything was to be captured by their former slaves. If they fought, they could but die. III. The Lost Battle, vv. 10-11. God would not succor his chosen people, nor defend the symbols of religion when the spirit and heart of that religion had departed (Pa. 78:56-64). The two reprobate sons of Ell were slain as a punishment for their sins and in fullfillment of the word of God (chapter 2:12; 3:13, 14). Their punishment came in connection with the same holy service they had defiled. IV. The Death of Ell, vv. 12-18. The aged Ell, now ninety-eight years old, was anxiously awaiting news of the battle. "for his heart trembled for the ark of God." This anxiety was quite unnecessary (v. 13). God can take care of his ark. Ell had reason, however, to tremble for Israel and his wicked sons. He is an illustration of those indulgent parents who refuse to use discipline in the care of their children. The ark did not return to Shiloh. After its various vicissitudes it found an aiding place in the house of Abinadab, whose son Eleazar was sanctified to take charge of it. Later it was taken to Jerusalem, and in the meantime Shiloh passed into oblivion. The Golden Text. That we learn to do by doing is a fundamental principle in pedagogy. Mere human words do not change character. Youth does not acquire purity of character by listening to beautiful statements about the virtues. Religion is not a last resource. It must be practiced in youth if it is to give strength, courage and comfort in old age. It is not a matter of creed and formula but a life; it is not a convenience but a course of action that governs all of life. It is not the turning in life's testing times, to those forms from which all life has departed. Parents today seem to be lax in discipline. Too often it is the child that brings up the parent. We need to accustom the child to virtue and obedience, to teach him truth while at the knee, that when 'he is old he may not depart' therefrom. While some children of good parents go astray yet this is not the rule. A true Christian atmosphere and spirit of service in the home, the Sunday school and the church are the greatest possible safeguards for the young. Walking in the Light By REV. JANES M. GRAY, D. D. Dear of Montgomery Bible Institute Chicago TEXT—If we walk in the light as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his son, cleanseth us from all sin—I John 17. What is meant by walking in the light? According to this inspired by walking in the to this inspired apostle in the first and second chapters of this epilite. it means: P (1) To perceive and confess sin in the faith of Jesus Christ — 1:8 — 2:2. If a man says he has no sin he is not in the light, but in darkness. The Christian believer has indeed no sin "on" him, since its guilt has been borne by his substitute, Jesus Christ, but he still has sin "in" him. To "confess" this sin is different from simply asking forgiveness for it. A man may ask forgiveness without ever identifying his sin, but when he confesses them he enters into detail and brings himself into the place of judgment for each. But to hold fellowship with God in such confession is to know Jesus Christ as the propitiation for sin and the ever-living intercessor for his people. He is the way, the truth and the life, and no man can come unto God save through him. Jasua the Carpenter. (2) But in the second place, walking in the light means keeping God's commandments (2:3:6); and this is not limited to an external observance of the decalogue, but includes heart surrender to all his revealed will. It is walking, even as Jesus walked, who did always those things that pleased his father. Nor does this mean only the public Jesus, the Jesus of the three years' ministry, but the private Jesus, the Jesus of the home, the village school, the shop. it means Jesus, the carpenter, who, as Campbell Morgan says, "never made a yoke that called an ox." It was because the father was well pleased with those silent years at Nazareth that the greater honor of the public ministry was conferred. God gives the Holy Spirit to them that obey him. (3) Walking in the light means loving the brotherhood, verses 7-11. By the brotherhood here is meant those that are in Christ. To love one's neighbor is an old commandment, but the "new commandment," of which John here speaks, is loving the brethren. This love is not an emotion or passion. It is not a natural, but a supernatural experience. We see it defined in I Corinthians 18, as including such simple things as long-suffering, kindness, humility, courtesy, unselfishness, meekness and the like. I am with the priest who publicly rebuked a college president for advising the graduate that the way to get along was to push and crowd other people out of the way. That may be the way of the world, but it is not the way of Christ, and he who acts upon it will never know fellowship with God. (4) Separation from the world thus becomes a fourth means of walking in the light, verses 15-17. There is a proper love for the world, but it is not that which is incompatible with the love of the father. There are two arguments against the love of the world: first, it passeth away and the justs thereof, and second, "he that doeth the will of God abideth forever." Chauncey M. Depew was defending the second marriage, late in life, of his colleague, Senator Platt, and said that a time came when the love of power, of wealth, of fame, of pleasure receded, and left nothing to a man but the companion of his fireside. The difference between Chauncey M. Depew and the apostle John is this, however, that in the one case we have the world slipping away from the man, and in the other the man is slipping away from the world. It is the last that understands and appreciates the fact of fellowship with God. D. L. Moody's Memory. On the tombstone which marks the grave of D. L. Moody at Round Top, Northfield, Mass., is engraved that inspiring sentence of John, "He that doeth the will of God abldeth forever." How true it is that D. L. Moody abldeth still in the hearts and lives of thousands in this country and Great Britain, whom, by the grace of God, he won to Jesus Christ, and in the missionary and philanthropic enterprises which were set in motion as the result of his great evangelistic work. But he himself abldeth in another sense—the literal sense that John meant, because the life of God was communicated to him through his son, Jesus Christ. In this sense it is the privilege of every one of us to abldeth forever. "Because I live," and Christ, "ye shall live also." "The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life." Who would not accept this gift so freely offered through the son of God? ```markdown ``` Phone, Bomont 2323 Large Padded Van MOVE YOU AS REASONABLE AS ER BARNEY MOVING AND EXPRESS and Storage. 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The union revival, which is in progress here, has done much good. One hundred and forty-eight persons have been converted. The revival will continue until May. The weekly sacred concert of the Nightingale Social Club was held at the usual hour. Sunday afternoon. The program consisted of a paper by Miss Amelia Freeman, vocal solo, by Miss Mary Edwards, remarks by Geo. C. Andersen, paper by W. J. Oliver, vocal, solo by Miss Nora Johnson and an address by P. Abernathy. Many visitors were present and added a word of encouragement to the members. These meetings are held each Sunday afternoon. The teachers and parents met at St. Luke A. M. E. Church Sunday evening in a get-together meeting. Prof. Hughes was chairman. The teachers rendered an excellent program during which the chairman allowed 15 minutes to the parents to express their determination to kelp improve the school. Mrs. Bowles and Mr. Abernathy spoke for the parents. The church was crowded and many had to stand. Mrs. Mary Hennings and Mrs. Alice Milner, of Russel Avenue, are confined on account of serious illness. Mr. J. C. Caston, 1510 Exchange Avenue has been ill. Prof. Crawford appeared before a nice crowd Monday evening at St. John A. M. E. Zion Church in Shakespearean recital. Mrs. J. Jones, of N. 4th St., has returned from Chicago where she has been attending Barnes College. TUPELO. MISS Malinda Wilson Mrs. Lillie Mae Lawrence was taken with a severe case of la gripe on February 13....Mrs. Henry Whitaker was taken seriously sick after returning home from Meridian....Mr. C. A. Caffey and Mrs. Luella Parris are improving....Mrs. Henry Ware and Jennie Miller, Rev. J. P. Watson are on the sick list....Abraham Lincoln's birthday was celebrated at St. Paul M. E. Church, February 12, under the auspices of the Epworth League, Tupelo Business Association and the G. T. C. The church was decorated with ferns, United States flags and white, green and red ribbon. Music by Tupelo B. B. Several papers were read. Dr. F. N. Turner, Dr. E. M. Barnes and Prof. W. M. Wade made some excellent talks. The meeting was directed by Pres. S. W. Scott and Mrs. J. P. Watson. Everybody enjoyed a nice bowl of cream. COLUMBIA. MO., NEWS By E. Robert Douglas Places where you can get the St. Louis Argus every Saturday and Sunday, Rummans Barber Shop, P: Kelly Manager, Mexican Chili Parlor, Geo. Merritt, Prop. The Willing Workers' Club of the Second Baptist Church met and were entertained at the home of Mrs. Albert Hansley's on West Allen St. Thursday night of last week. After business was transacted, Mrs. Hensley served the members and guests with a most delightful luncheon.... The Baptist Missionary Society, met at the home of Mrs. Hugh Williams on S. 5th St., Friday night of last week. A number of members were present. A good collection was taken and refreshments were served in abundance.... Mr. William Homsley is reported as being very ill....Mr. David Moore had quite a painful accident Tuesday of last week. While watching a pencil, the knife in some manner slipped cutting a small portion of his forefinger off.... Mrs. Flora Jackson returned Tuesday of last week from St. Louis, Mo., where she has been several weeks at the bedside of her mother who recently underwent a successful operation.... The Columbia Blues Baseball Association are planning to open the baseball season April 4th, or soon there- after, any teams wanting games write Geo, W. Scott, IS N. 6th St., Columbia, Mo. as Columbia has a strong team they are open to all challengers. . . Revival services are being held at the St. Luke M. E. Church. The public are invited to attend. . . The Utopian Clash met and were entertained at the home of Mrs. J. Z. Mosley's on N. Garth Ave., Friday afternoon of last week. This church was organized some time ago and is strictly a charity organization under the leadership of Mrs. J. Z. Mosley, president; Mrs. Gertrude Williams, secretary; The Civil War Veterans held their annual bean supper at the St. Luke M. E. Church Friday night of last week. FARMINGTON NOTES Dayse F. Baker ' Miss Annie Busch has returned from a trip to St. Louis.....Miss Mary Barnes, of Washington, Mo., is the house guest of Mrs. T. L. Watson....Large audiences gathered at the M. E. Church Sunday to hear Rev. A. L. Woolfolk who conducted quarterly meeting. Rev. Woolfolk is an energetic young minister who needs our encouragement....."Grandma Evans" is stricken with paralysis and is unable to speak yet she is conscious and shows a desire to converse as her many friend administer unto her wants....Prof. J. C. Staten is not able to be in the school room. He is at home for recuperation.....Rev. Blowes, district superintendent, was here Monday night and held the last quarterly conference for this conference year. He also preached an interesting sermon at 8 o'clock....While at play Rossie Madison received a cut on his left hand which has caused him great pain.....Miss Melview Kennedy has returned to her home at Greenville.....Miss Dayse F. Baker was hostess for the Clever Bees Thursday evening, at which time Miss Hadassah Bridgeas sang a solo and Miss Lorenne Staden addressed the ladies.....Rev. Brooks and Rev. Woolfolk were visitors at school Monday. The latter addressed the student body.....The friends of Mrs. Robt. Simpson are delighted to have her here again. She and her husband reside in Chicago. Mrs. Simpson will remain until her mother recuperates.....Mrs. Laura Kennedy is visiting in De Soto and St. Louis this week. The angel of death visited the home of Mr. Randall Wilburn and took away his wife at an early hour Sunday morning. Three small children survive her. She had been ill more than six months with tuberculosis. Rev. T. L. Watson conducted the funeral services Monday afternoon....Some of the gentlemen of our city are preparing to organize a club for social comfort. It is much needed.....Mr. J. F. Sutherland is back on his job.....Mrs. D. Buford is yet ill....The reason you did not know it had happened is because you do not read the Argus. It is a paper that will keep you posted as to the happenings and it will also while away those lonesome moments you have when you feel that you just have to visit Sister B to learn the news. ST. CHARLES, MO Miss Orrie Bain, of St. Louis, was a visitor in St. Charles last Wednesday....Mrs. Minnie Jinkins spent Saturday and Sunday in St. Louis....Boyd Jones was in St. Charles Saturday and Sunday....Mrs. G. B. Clay spent Saturday in St. Louis....Rev W. M. Alexander was called to Case, Mo, to preach the funeral of Mr. Charles Claborn....Mrs. and Mr. Florence Green were called to Case, Mo., on account of the death of her father, Mr. Charles Claborn, who died Saturday night, age 84 years....Mr. Jesse Williams, of Creve Coeur, visited his cousin Mrs. S. Robinson....Mrs. Maggie Wright, of St. Louis, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. May Jessie....Mrs. L. Marsh entertained the Mothers' Club last Friday at her home on West Washington St. The afternoon was spent in needle work after which a dainty luncheon was served....Mr. Joe Fola spent Sunday with his mother, Mrs. Marah Fola. COFFMAN NOTES By Charlotte Valle After closing a very successful term of school here, at what is known as Glade School, Miss Cornelia Cole returned to her home at Festus, Mo... Mrs. Sarah J. Kimmel has completed a course in hair culture...Mr. Ruben Staten spent Thursday and Friday with his daughter, Mrs. Cora Swink, at Minnith...Mrs. Agnes Edwards lost a very valuable horse last week. Those that are on the sick list this week are Mesdame Laura Valle, Cora Swink, Allie Swink and Ed. Staten. You should subscribe for the Argus for one dollar a year; it is cheaper than riding two and a half miles to borrow it to read. Think it over and let us hear from you who are doing the like. COLUMBUS, MISS The masquerade dance given by the R. A. R. Club Tuesday night, February 9th, was nicely directed by the president, Mr. Allen Wright, with a large crowd who spent the hours joyfully...Mr. Johnnie Craddoote, having been ill for a few days, taking worse, had to be put under an operation, but is resting fine now... Master Willie Coverington was thrown from a horse Sunday, February 7th, and was badly hurt...The Misses R. S. Walker and Juanita Mitchell entertained the B. L. L. Club at the home of Prof. and Mrs. J. A. Mitchell Thursday night, February 11. After a few games of what a dainty little four course luncheon was served. The entertainment was artistically arranged by Miss Juanita Mitchell, Miss Curlie B. McCrary and Geo. Cooper, prize winners...Mr. A. B. Vasser was the happy guest of Dr. J. D. Alexander on the 12th and 13th, on business...The "Chop House" opened Thursday night with a large crowd to receive the dainty refreshments of cake and punch. CAPE GIRARDEAU. The funeral services of Mr. Owen Bush, Sr., was conducted from the Second Baptist Church Thursday, February 11. Mr. Bush was 81 years of age. Miss Alice Cowan, of Jackson, spent the week end in the Cape visiting her brother, Mr. W. M. Bell and wife. Miss Eva Rowan, who has been teaching school at Minnith, Mo., is at home again. Her school being out for this term. Miss Josephine Brassfield left Sunday for her home in St. Louis. Rev. and Mrs. Chandley, of the sick list, are slowly improving. The new names for the week are Mesdames Bettie Abernathy and Wiley, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Wilkerson, Mrs. Lizzie Davis and husband, little Una Parks. The revival meeting at the A. M. E. Church is still in session. Rev. Clinton, of Belmont, arrived Saturday. He will conduct the meeting this week. One more convert has been added to the number making it 12. Rev. Toby Turner, of Poplar Bluff, is a Cape visitor this week. Excellent services were enjoyed at both churches Sunday. At the B. Y. P. U. meeting Miss Nancy Jones and Mr. W. M. Bell acquitted themselves unusually well. Dr. W. H. Lawrie, the president, is anxious to make our union the banner union of the district. Mrs. Roxy Pollard entertained Mrs. R. X. Arthur Monday afternoon with a light luncheon. The B. Y. P. U. will celebrate Washington's birthday on February 22 with a drill and an entertainment. This drill was postponed on account of the meeting at A. M. E. Church. - WEBSTER GROVES Miss Leola Laird Mr. Philip Whalen is still ill... Miss Susie Crockett spent last Saturday and Sunday in Litchfield, with her mother, who has been confined to her room for several days... Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Calvin, of Meacham Park, were the guests of Mrs. Sadie Harris last Sunday... The revival at First Baptist Church has been very successful. Good services each night. A large number of converts have been added to the church... Mrs. Mollie Inge has moved in the house that was owned by Mrs. Lucy Gardner. She will be pleased to see her friends... Miss Lillian Grey, of Kirkwood, was the guest of Misses Florence and Cynthia Rhodes last Sunday... Mr. John Henry and Sandy Pointer are on the sick list... Mr. John Allen has organized a Boy Scout troop at Douglass School... Mr. Ben Parks is able to be out again. JACKSONVILLE. ILL By Nellie Early Mr. and Mrs. John King, of W. College St., received a grand victoria as a Christmas gift from their son Carl, who has a position in Decatur. They are proud of their beautiful gift....The North End Social Club was treated to a splendid talk from Miss Katharine Johnson of N.Y. The meeting was held February 12, in the afternoon, at McCabe Church. The club members were lucky to secure her excellent service....Word was received here of the death of Mrs. Tilda Smith, at Omaha Neb. She was formerly a resident here....Mallory Brothers donated a very nice light to Mt. Emery Baptist Church, which all appreciate very much....Carl Spencer rendered a vocal solo entitled "One Sweetly Solemn Thought" at the J. H. S. recently. He sings in all the chorus there and also the Glee Club. He is special member.. COME TO KINLOCH Take your choice and begin business that will win a fortune for your self. 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 torture 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 3036 Finney. Tea rooms in the big city shopping districts are serving some new varieties of the always popular club sandwich. While the principal ingredients remain the same each style of club sandwich differs from its fellows in some detail which makes it distinctive. What is known as a French club sandwich is served with a toasted English muffin substituted for the usual slices of toasted bread. It is set down before one garnished with a few sprays of parsley, pressed deep into the yielding surface of the half muffin which tops the substantial filling of chicken, bacon, mayonnaise, lettuce and sliced tomato. Watercress is used in similar fashion, the spray of green in either case being embedded in the toasted muffin so firmly that it seems to be a little flower holder. Two halves of crumipet are used for a similar sandwich and filled with the same combination, making a sandwich still more hearty. Where toasted bread is used variety is given to the club sandwich by reason of some other meat or fish being substituted for the usual foundation layer of breast of chicken. Thinly sliced duck is delicious with the bacon and other ingredients, and turkey is also another good substitute. Strips of rare beef, either cold or freshly cut from a hot roast and moistened with horseradish may also be used, and strips of rare steak are equally appropriate. An oyster club sandwich has for its distinctive feature two or three large fried oysters. These are laid on the under slice of toast, sprinkled with lemon juice and then topped with two strips of bacon, two lettuce leaves, a spoonful of mayonnaise and then the second slice of toast. For those who do not care for fried oysters the oyster club sandwich comes in still a different form, the oysters being poached in their own liquor until the gills curl, when they are drained of moisture and used for the foundation of the sandwich. If preferred oyster club sandwiches may be served with Russian dressing instead of mayonnaise, as the addition of the tomato flavor in the chill sauce is particularly agreeable with oysters, either fried or poached. Sardine club sandwich is made of large boned sardines sprinkled with lemon juice and arranged as usual and finely cut lobster, either hot or cold, offers still another variety. The egg club sandwich is usually served with a basis of an egg fried on both sides, and seasoned well with salt, pepper and paprika before the other materials for the sandwich are added. Hard-boiled eggs, sliced or chopped, result in a sandwich less rich. In both cases the eggs should be served hot. Economy Helps In most households greater economy of time and energy can be practiced by cooking larger amounts of food at one time, and this means a saving in the fuel bills as well. Enough mayonnaise dressing for all the salads you will make in a week can be made on one day. It is just as easy to cook a kettleful of potatoes that will last two days as it is to prepare only enough for the midday meal. There is hardly a vegetable one can think of that cannot be cooked in large quantities to advantage and that will not lend itself readily to warming over in a variety of ways. And on those days when the oven is being used for baked dishes in which the vegetables play an important part, double portions of puddings should be baked. What is not required that day can be served a few days later, steamed over the vegetable pot, and it will be just as appetizing, if not more so, as if freshly made. Fruit Cream. Cook the juice of three lemons and three oranges with two cupfuls of sugar, set aside to cool. Soften two tablespoonfuls of gelatin with milk, then heat over hot water until dissolved. Whip two cupfuls of cream, add the fruit juice and gelatin, stir until well blended, then pile high in a deep dish or mold if preferred. Steamed Dried Beef Here is an unusual recipe, but a very good one. Prepare a spiced vinegar as for fruit pickles, only less highly seasoned. Cut very, very thin slices of dried beef in narrow strips, diamond or any fancy shape, and cut with scissors. Steam the beef in the vinegar for one hour. Serve hot with toasted wafers. Stuffed Celery Wash tender celery hearts and put them into cold water to become crisp. Mash. fresh cream cheese, then add chopped nuts and chopped olives to taste. Stuff the celery just before serving and serve with toasted crackers. For Removing Machine Grease. To remove machine grease from delicate fabrics use cold water, ammonia and soap. This will not cause the color to run. AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS One of the very important phases of the work of the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth is a summer school, held for the rural school teachers during July of each year. To this come about a hundred teachers from the rural districts, men and women, who are heart and soul in the work. Some of these teachers are well trained and competent, but the greater number are wholly unfit to teach. Many have had no training above fifth grade, and often can only read and write with great difficulty. During the winter of teaching, they often have to travel many miles to their school houses, which are usually meager displaced frame buildings, neither wind nor rainproof, where they are compelled to teach all grades and ages in one room. For this they receive pitifully small salaries, and if they want to add any special work over the regular curriculum, the pennies of the children, with a share of their own small income, are forced to meet the added expense. They must find enough inspiration during this one short month at the summer school to carry them through their trying winter. The state of Virginia contributes to the work. Besides this summer school, there is held for these rural teachers of northern Virginia, a Teachers' institute during the Christmas holidays, where all questions relating to school life and work are discussed by prominent speakers, as well as general discussions on subjects of school hygiene and teaching methods. There is no doubt that the work accomplished by the school, both in its training of the children and in the broader field of its community work, is of vital importance to the people of northern Virginia—not alone to the colored man, but to the white man as well. That the white man fully realizes this can be judged by the fact that the mayor of Manassas says that the colored community all love and work for the school, and forget to get drunk and get into jail. One mayor told a friend of the school, some years ago, that he attributed his empty jail to the influence of the Manassas Industrial school. The great financial stress confronting this country on account of the European war, and the diverting into foreign channels of much of the support which in ordinary years goes to our own philanthropies, has forced Manassas, as well as other schools of this type, into a very difficult position. The vitality of this work is too strong to let it die, but if the struggle for existence becomes too great, the work must suffer. There is danger of the cripping of one of our most valuable institutions, which has only gained power for good through years of untiring effort and sacrifice. White citizens of South Carolina have contributed $10,000 for a hospital for Negroes, to be erected at Columbia. There are 75,000 colored people in the state who are without hospitals where they can go for treatment, as the hospitals for white people do not admit them. In Kansas 17 per cent of the women are married, 14 per cent separated, divorced or widowed, and 69 per cent are unmarried girls. Fifty-four women have received medals and rewards for heroism from the Carnegie Hero Fund commission during the past ten years. Although the most intelligent leaders of the race are proud of the folklore songs as the rhythmic cry of the slave, there are those who feel ashamed of them because they hark back to the days of ignorance, superstition and childlike trust. Doctor DuBols says of them: "They are the music of unhappy people, of the children of disappointment; they tell of the death and sufferings and unvoiced longings toward a truer world of misty wanderings and hidden ways. They are the most beautiful expression of human experience born this side of the seas." Special emphasis is placed on these songs in all the southern colored schools, especially in Tuskegee, Hampton, Spellman and Fiske university, to which the Negro folk-lore will always be indebted for its revival. The Fiske jubilee singers sang the slave songs so deeply into the hearts of a half-credulous world that it can never wholly forget them again. Fifty St. Louis women have formed a league with the object of cleaning up that city of rats. The Henry S. Denison memorial building for medical research at the University of Colorado has now been made ready for use. It contains laboratories for research in bacteriology, pathology, physiology, chemistry and clinical methods. Spain has just given assurances to the officials of the Panama-Pacific International exposition that her participation in the exposition will proceed according to original plans, and that the war will have no effect on Spanish participation. The New Jersey state board of education decided that the Bordentown Industrial School for Colored Youths shall be made an industrial institution in fact and not merely a school for the academic training of Negro residents of the state. Contemporaneously, with this decision the board accepted the resignations of James M. Gregory, principal of the New Jersey school; Mrs. Gregory, the matron, or preceptress, and J. Francis Gregory, teacher of English, Mr. and Mrs. Gregory had been associated with the school for 18 years, or practically since its inception. Both admitted that, although they had been trained to teach academic branches they did not feel equipped to care for the needs of a purely agricultural and mechanical arts school. Attempta to choose a successor to Principal Gregory precipitated a wrangle in the board and the matter was laid over for a month. The committee on the Bordentown school recommended the selection of William R. Valentine, a Negro educator of Indianapolis, who was graduated from Harvard in 1904. He is now a supervising principal, having charge of a number of schools, and for three years has been vice-president of the National Education Association for Colored Teachers. Former Senator Joseph S. Frelinghuysen and John P. Murray thought that more than one name should be presented for consideration. He also advocated making the selection from Tuskegee institute with a view of bringing the Bordentown school into closer touch with Booker T. Washington and his associate educators. The committee was disposed to resent the comment of the objecting members as a reflection upon its judgment. The Bordentown school, as recently brought to public attention, has been an object of serious criticism for its seeming failure to accomplish the aims for which it was established. In short the industrial features, including agriculture and the mechanical arts, were subordinated to the teaching of academic subjects. The situation is to be exactly reversed, according to the plans for the future outlined by the state board. Never to have had instruction in art and yet ability to paint well enough to have a picture hung at the Charcoal club's exhibit in the Peabody institute at Baltimore, the fortune of Ernest Atkinson, a Negro porter. "It must be natural instinct," said Atkinson, "for I never had any instruction and never saw an artist work. I just studied other paintings, and what I observed in other paintings I applied to my own work." Atkinson is twenty-eight years old and was born in Kingston, Jamaica, where he lived until eight years ago. He then took to the sea and it is to his memory of those years that enabled him to reproduce his present work. His work is an ocean scene, showing the waves breaking against the shore and two boats in the background, one beating against the wind and the other running before it. His talent was first discovered by Charles H. Webb, an instructor in the Maryland institute, when he was asked to criticize one of Atkinson's paintings. Mr. Webb was astonished at the skill shown, and suggested that it be submitted to the Charcoal club's exhibition. It was submitted without any name on it, and was one of the 82 selected out of the 210 offered. Talk of cutting down next year's cotton acreage in the South—which may be an economic necessity—comes largely from white planters. What the mass of poor Negro tenant farmers will do is a distressing problem, as Booker T. Washington has said. They have never been taught to plant any crop but cotton, and the system under which they borrow money in the spring to carry them and their families until the harvest is based on cotton growing exclusively. If many of them cannot plant cotton in the coming year they will be idle and plunged into the deepest poverty. The North now has its une ployed; the South may have a horde of Negroes to look after before the end of 1915—Springfield Republican. Mrs. Mary S. Howarth of Chester, Pa., just admitted to practice in the supreme court of Pennsylvania, is the first woman in that state to be so honored. Corsets worn by the women on the islands of Malayasia are made of telegraph wires. Bakers in Rotterdam have started to make bread composed of equal parts of flour and potato. They like it. Potatoes there are cheaper than wheat flour. Dr. M. D. Edwards of St. Paul has served 40 years as pastor of Dayton Avenue Presbyterian church, his first and only pastorate. More than 46,000,000 bunches of bananas were imported into the United States last year, or about 40 bananas for each man, woman and child. 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 under the act of March 3, 1879. cond-class matter April 5, 1912 at the Post Office, 1879. Entered as second-class matter April 5, 1912 as the Perf. of the act of March 3, 1879. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION DUTY A PERSONAL MATTER Louis XIV of France used to the grand monarch sald in his pre-say in his humility—I am the Sire. In England, the king is in place in power. In the United States people are in power. Hence, the people deserve the and deserve the blame when affair the responsibility or abdicate the in the purple and called to rule by we must accept the responsibility of statute books, we are largely to action; if not actively, then passively we are also at fault. We do not in this indifference and preoccupy is the chief danger to our liberty of men are too busy with material in and thought to civic and political. The need of the hour is the most duties a personal matter. When through these columns, to attend that call means you. It is a pers. The Negro population in St.ition. It is made up of fifty-odd one member, but many—eyes, ear, vital organs. But these members,ctors say; that is, they all work to a common end. That's our cue—all work together one head. So far, we have from organization and federation. There is generalship on the threaten us are organized and alliation—war, commerce, business, except the Negro. Is it any wonder we are corworsted, when we have never defensive and defensive purposes? IV of France used to say, "I am the St. Monarch said in his pride, every American humility—"I am the State." And, the king is in place, but the House of the United States, whoever is preside of power, the people deserve the credit when affairs of the blame when affairs go wrong. Nor can liability or abdicate the throne. Born like one and called to rule by a diviner right than he accepted the responsibility of power. If bad laws, we are largely to blame. We permit actively, then passively. If good laws are at fault. We do not insist upon their exact difference and preoccupation on the part of danger to our liberty and our rights. Other busy with material interests and pursuits than to civic and political interests. And of the hour is the making of race interest personal matter. When the call comes, these columns, to attend a meeting of counsellors you. It is a personal matter. Negro population in St. Louis is not an absurd made up of fifty-odd thousand yous. They are, but many—eyes, ears, nose, mouth, hands. But these members work co-ordinately, that is, they all work together, under one wield. Your cue—all work together, with a common mind. So far, we have lacked the power wization and federation. Us generalship on the other side. The dares are organized and allied. So are all factors commerce, business, politics, education, Negro. My wonder we are continually assailed and when we have never federated for great or defensive purposes? Louis XIV of France used to say, "I am the State." What the grand monarch said in his pride, every American citizen may say in his humility—"I am the State." In England, the king is in place, but the House of Commons is in power. In the United States, whoever is president, the people are in power. Hence, the people deserve the credit when affairs go right, and deserve the blame when affairs go wrong. Nor can we shift the responsibility or abdicate the throne. Born like other princes in the purple and called to rule by a diviner right than other kings, we must accept the responsibility of power. If bad laws go on the statute books, we are largely to blame. We permit the legislation; if not actively, then passively. If good laws are unenforced, we are also at fault. We do not insist upon their execution. This indifference and preoccupation on the part of most of us is the chief danger to our liberty and our rights. Otherwise good men are too busy with material interests and pursuits to give time and thought to civic and political interests. The need of the hour is the making of race interests and civic duties a personal matter. When the call comes, by mail or through these columns, to attend a meeting of counsel or protest, that call means you. It is a personal matter. The Negro population in St. Louis is not an abstract proposition. It is made up of fifty-odd thousand yous. The body is not one member, but many—eyes, ears, nose, mouth, hands, feet and vital organs. But these members work co-ordinately, as the doctors say; that is, they all work together, under one will, towards a common end. That's our cue—all work together, with a common object, under one head. So far, we have lacked the power which comes from organization and federation. There is generalship on the other side. The dangers which threaten us are organized and allied. So are all factors of civilization—war, commerce, business, politics, education, everything—except the Negro. Is it any wonder we are continually assailed and frequently worsted, when we have never federated for great common offensive and defensive purposes? THE NEED OF UNITY Once again we call for united famous measure which it is proper. Single or divided efforts will fort to grapple with the wealth against us. Was it not Schiller who said, notes, and it becomes a lullaby for one quick peal, and the loyal soul. This hatred is so deep-roof prejudice on its side so vast, that washed out until it is washed out freedom will be like Egypt's, wh place, his right hand clothed in it was echoed by Egypt's wailing for. How hard it is to reach the hard to rouse the blinded conscience value than duties, and social sta Holy Writ! gain we call for united effort and action again, secure which it is proposed to enact against, or divided efforts will not avail; it needs a people with the wealth, influence and power. not Schiller who said, "Divide the thunder, it becomes a lullaby for children; but pour seal, and the loyal sound shall shake the heart is so deep-rooted, the weight of it its side so vast, that we sometimes fear it until it is washed out with blood; that our will be like Egypt's, when "God came forth right hand clothed in thunder," and the jubilee by Egypt's wailing for her first-born. Hard it is to reach the callous heart of selfish use the blinded conscience which makes dolls duties, and social standing a stronger arp. Once again we call for united effort and action against the infamous measure which it is proposed to enact against us. Single or divided efforts will not avail; it needs a united effort to grapple with the wealth, influence and power arrayed against us. Was it not Schiller who said, "Divide the thunder into single notes, and it becomes a lullaby for children; but pour it forth in one quick peal, and the loyal sound shall shake the heavens." This hatred is so deep-rooted, the weight of interest and prejudice on its side so vast, that we sometimes fear it will not be washed out until it is washed out with blood; that our day of real freedom will be like Egypt's, when "God came forth from his place, his right hand clothed in thunder," and the jubilee of Israel was echoed by Egypt's wailing for her first-born. How hard it is to reach the callous heart of selfishness; how hard to rouse the blinded conscience which makes dollars of more value than duties, and social standing a stronger argument than Holy Writ! Provident Hospital. Mr. Lewis Tate, 6108 S. Broadway, is still confined here, he is now able to sit up out of bed. Mrs. Brancia Houston, 3355 West Belle, underwent a very serious operation Monday. She is now doing nicely. Mr. Henry Nichols, 3125 Marneese Pl., underwent a serious operation last Thursday. He is now doing well, being able to sit up in bed. Miss Lizzie Jamerson, 20 Lenox Pl., is still confined here, but her condition is improving rapidly. Mrs. Della Mitchell, 4541 Cottage, is confined here for a few days. Mr. Jas. Findley, 3302 S. Jefferson, was admitted here Friday, suffering greatly. His condition now is much improved. Mr. Friedburg Harrison, 2621 Pine, was rushed here late Saturday night for an operation. He is now doing fine. --- ON RATES: $1.00 .75 .40 .05 s for one dollar urnished on Request so say, "I am the State." What hide, every American citizen may state." Face, but the House of Commons, whoever is president, the peo- he credit when affairs go right, wars go wrong. Nor can we shift throne. Born like other princes a diviner right than other kings, of power. If bad laws go on the blame. We permit the legislature. If good laws are unenforced, insist upon their execution. ocation on the part of most of us and our rights. Otherwise good interests and pursuits to give time interests. making of race interests and civic in the call comes, by mail or a meeting of counsel or protest,onal matter. Louis is not an abstract propothousand yous. The body is not hers, nose, mouth, hands, feet and a work co-ordinately, as the do-together, under one will, towards another, with a common object, un-lacked the power which comes another side. The dangers which led. So are all factors of civiliza-politics, education, everything—continually assailed and frequently derated for great common of- effort and action against the in-posed to enact against us. It not avail; it needs a united ef- influence and power arrayed "Divide the thunder into single for children; but pour it forth in and shall shake the heavens." Added, the weight of interest and we sometimes fear it will not be with blood; that our day of real men "God came forth from his thunder," and the jubilee of Israel r. her first-born. Callous heart of selfishness; how once which makes dollars of more funding a stronger argument than Mr. Luke Brockway, 3524 Bernard, is confined here for a few days. Mr. Benj. Howard, 817 Barth, was admitted here Monday, suffering from injuries of arm and lower limbs. He is now some better. Mrs. Nannie Mitchell, 3208 Pine St., underwent a very serious operation Tuesday. She is now resting quietly. Mr. Willie Jones, 9 S. 23rd St., and Mrs. Oro Abernathy, 2901 Lucas Ave., were discharged from the hospital last week, each having undergone operations. Files For Alderman Attorney L: Shields has filed for Alderman from the Twentieth Ward. Mr. Shields was one of the attorneys who volunteered his services to help Chas. Turpin in his recent contest for Constable. He is the son of Judge Shields, and a man who is broad and big enough for the office he seeks. Cyrus Tyler, 4279 Cote Brilliante, 52. Chaudge Harney, 3929 Finney, 22. Cora Price, 4126 Washington, rear, 3. Ransom Hayes, 4157 Lexington, 72. Grant-Russell, 2011 Chestnut, 36. Edmonia D. Phillips, 4257 Garfield, 61. Annie B. Hawkins, 2225 Chestnut, 63. Baby Clark, 4212 Fairfax. Mattie Clark, 4212 Fairfax, 24. Martha Tiggs, 1931 St. Charles, 36. Eliza J. Boisneau, 3031 Laclede, 79. Ida B. Williams, 3038 Lambdin, 32. Edward Holten, 2324 Chestnut, 23. Baby Smith, Meacham Park, Mo., 7 mos. Rosetta Abernathy, 2804 Adama, 75. Balley Hilliard, Lovejoy, Ill., 27. Juanita Cooper, 2813 Scott, 1. Robert Mallory, 6011 Minnesota, 33. James W. Thompson, 2922a Morgan, 30. Wm. Watts, 4360 Cote Brilliante, 62. Conrad Nahar, City Infirmary, 62. Anthony Brown, 4407 Garfield, 88. Julia Belger, Clayton, Mo., 7. Leroy Chester, City Hospital, 7. GATES AND MANUEL Nindertakera. 4107 Finney Ave. Friens, Dev. Jilly Lindell 5690 OLD CITIZEN PASSES AWAY Anthony Brown, of 4407 Garfield, died February 11 after a week's illness. He was 87 years old and a deacon in the Central Baptist Church, from which he was buried, Saturday morning. He had been employed by a daily paper since 1878 and was a member of the Masonic Lodge. CARD OR THANKS Mrs. Fannie Brooks Holman, 4257 Garfield, desires to thank her many friends for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of her beloved mother, Mrs. Edmonia S. Phillips, who entered into rest February 13, 1915, at 1:05 P. M. Mrs. B. Simmons Ball, formerly of 2129 Market, has removed to 4297 Finney. IN MEMORIAM In loving remembrance of our dear mother, Luevina Beal, who departed this life February, 1906, just nine years ago. Silently the shades of evening gather Around our lonely door, Silently they bring before us That face we see no more. Sadly missed by daughters, Sallie J. Douglass, Mary Price. IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of our darling daughter, Nadine P. Mitchell, who departed this life, February 20, 1912. Three sad years have passed away, And time brings no relief; Darling, we miss you more and more With sad and bitter grief. We miss your coming footsteps, We miss you everywhere; The home is not what it used to be Since our dear child is not there. Sadly missed by mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Bland, also grandmother and grandfather and uncles and aunts. IN MEMORIAM In memory of our dear husband and father, Jos. L. Allen, who fell asleep February 18, 1914. Just one year ago you left us, How we miss you, dear, And remember all your kindness, As we drop a silent tear. More and more each day we miss you, Friends may think the wound is healed; But they little know the sorrow That lies within our hearts concealed. Sadly missed by Mary B. Allen, Wife, Thos. H. Allen, Jas. Wm. Allen, Geo. A. Allen, Jos. P. Allen, Sons. DIED Mr. James Thompson, of 2922a Morgan St., died at his residence on Foby. 17, 1915. of Pluresy. He is survived by a loving wife and a sorryful family. GATES AND MANUEL Undertakers. 4107 Finney Ave. Phones. Del 922; Lindell 5690. Notice Professor Felix Von Luschan, of the University of Berlin, will speak at Sumner High School on Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. This distinguished scholar is making a study of the various races and is now in St. Louis taking a close range view of the American Negro. An unusual opportunity will be offered in his address Sunday. So hear some of his impressions. Admission will be free. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a monochrome photograph of a person, but no discernible details can be made out. DR. JOHN W. WOOD The image provided does not contain any text or recognizable content. It appears to be a blank or unmarked area with no visible details. THE MUSEUM OF THE WORLD The Life of Damon and Pythias will be shown at Pythian Hall, 3137 Pine Street, February 24, at 8 P. M. High-class moving pictures, under the auspices of the K. P. Lodges of St. Louis, for the benefit of the poor and destitute of the city. This will be a The men of the Association willattend the Men's Meeting at Central Sunday, February 21, and for that reason no meeting will be held at Dougless Hall, but the following Sunday Dr. B. G. Shaw will address the Men's Meeting at Douglass Hall. The Y. M. C. A. Glee Club, under Mr. Keeton, continues to be a strong drawing card at the Y. M. C. A. Building on Monday nights. The Y. M. C. A. Basket Ball Tournament begins February 19 and ends April 7. All the games to be played in the Sumner High School gymnasium. The final game will be played in connection with the athletic meet, which will be held at Batchman's Hall. The following is a schedule of games: Friday, Feb. 19, Hawks-Scouts; Central-St. Paul; Tennis Club-Turtles. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Garnet-Tiger Babies; Tramps-Pirates; Gym-Tigers. Friday, Feb. 26, Hawks-Tiger Babies; Central-Big Scouts; Tennis Club-Scouts. Wednesday, Mar. 3, Hawks-Garnet; St. Paul-Turtles; Gym-Pirates. Friday, March 5, Scouts-Tiger Babies; Tigers-Big Scouts; Tennis Club- Tramps. Wednesday, March 10, Scouts-Garnet; Central-Pirates; Turtles-Gym. Friday, March 12, St. Paul-Big Scouts; Tennis Club-Tramps; Tigers- Tramps. Wednesday, March 17, St. Paul- Tigers; Turtles-Pirates; Big Scouts- Gym. Friday, March 19, Big Scouts- Tramps; Tigers-Turtles; Gym-St. Paul. Wednesday, March 24, Central- Gym; St. Paul-Tennis Club; Central- Tramps. Friday, March 26, Central-Tennis Club; Turtles-Scouts; St. Paul- Tramps. Wednesday, March 31, Tennis Club- Gym; St. Paul-Pirates; St. Paul-Turtles. Friday, April 2, Pirates-Tennis Club; Tigers-Tennis Club; Gym- Tramps. Wednesday, April 7, Tigers-Pirates. St. Louis, Mo., Feb. 10, 1915. Editor of the Argus: Dear Mr. Mitchell, Would you permit me to say, through the well edited columns of your valued paper, for the benefit of those, in whom I know you are interested, namely, your dear readers, that in the city of St. Louis, there Y. M. C. A. Notes THE NEW YORKER rare opportunity for every one to witness the exciting scene of Damon and Pythias, for the small sum of 5 cents and at the same time give them a chance to help a good cause. is one, Judge Mayo, of whom I know to be the best friend the race has had since the days of Lincoln. Now let me say, that I have had business dealings with this gentleman, and found him to be one of the finest, and most pleasant of men to deal with, but, above all, I will say that he and his company are offering the colored people today, what I think every broad and fair-minded colored man or woman should ask, and that is, an even chance in the race of life for an honest living and fair, impartial dealings. What more could be asked? Then why halt at some slurry remarks by anyone. I am sure I need not tell you to, but by this time, you have investigated his proposition, and that you will find it, as well as those associated with him, sound to the core. CARONDELET NEWS Miss Anna Dorsey has returned home (6714 Idaho), after spending a week with her mother, Mrs. A. Knight, of Alton, Ill. The stork visited Carondelet last week and left a bouncing baby boy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Black, 6011 Pennsylvania Avenue. Mother and boy are doing fine. Mésdames E. Shores, G. W. Porter, E. Baker and Brisco are on the sick list. We are glad to know that Mr. J. Uband is up again, after a severe attack of pneumonia. The Bandanna Supper given at Quinn's Chapel last Thursday night by the Christian Endeavor was a decided success. Mr. M. J. Gilliam was present and gave a talk at Corinthian Baptist Church Sunday morning. His timely and instructive remarks were enjoyed by all. Mr. Mallory, the beloved brother of Mrs. J. H. Parker, of 6011 Minnesota Avenue, departed this life Monday evening. Our sincere sympathy to the family. Miss Lovetta Henson entertained the P. W. Club last Saturday from 2:30 to 6:00 P. M. Twelve members were present. Miss N. Whitman was a visitor. After the regular business the hostess served a three-course luncheon. The next meeting will be with Miss Z. Shoulders, 4309 Garfield. Miss R. L. Harris, Pren. Miss Carrie P. Hopson, Sec. --- Chas Allmon, Promoter, Rufus Morehead, Asst. A. Russell, Treas. 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Mrs. Berry is a graduate of Oxford College and usea the Oxford treatments, which, in my judgment, are the finest in this section. Texarkana, Texas. 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 Mra. R. B. Berry, who has finished the course from that place, will work wonders with your hair. Respectfully, Do you wish to have long, beautiful hair? Permit, if you please, Mrs. R. B. Berry to use the Oxford treatment on your hair. My husband suffered with a bad case of Tetter. He scratched his head so until I was ashamed for him. We used everything anybne 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. 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 fail 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 counter when you read the new revised 1915 Negro Year Book. Price 30 cents. For sale at Mosby's Drug Store, 800 W. Jefferson; Harris' two stores, 4300 N. Market (corner Pendleton), and 100 N. Jefferson. Leave your order and book will be delivered. The Married Ladies' Needle Club gave a Valentine party February 12, at the A. U. K. D. of A. Hall, 2804 Pine St. The hall was beautifully decorated with Cupids and club colors, and as the club had observed that it was one of our noble president's birthday, the American eagle was not forgotten. The ladies were beautifully gowned in evening dresses. There were about sixty present. Refreshments of the season were served in abundance. The evening was spent with music and dancing until the wee, wee hours, then each lady guest was given a little Cupid souvenir, and the echo came back, home, sweet home. Mrs. A. G. Owens, Pres. Mrg. J. T. Curtis, Sec'y. Mrs. Ella Lewis, Reporter. Mrs. John Miller and Mrs. Samuel C. Hyter gave a Valentine party in honor of Mrs. Susie Smith, of Farmington, Mo., at the home of Mrs. John Mills, 4264 St. Ferdinand, Saturday evening. Music and games were the features of the evening. Two-course luncheon was served, which consisted of cream chicken in patty shells, stuffed olives, coffee and ice cream and cake and after-dinner mints. There were 18 present. A very pleasant evening was spent by all. Mrs. J. W. Lee, of 164 Marion St. gave a delightful luncheon Tuesday evening at her residence in honor of Miss Addie Jennison, of Jackson, Miss. Other guests were: Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Jennison, of 2605 Market Pl. Miss Addie Jennison will leave Saturday evening for Detroit, Mich., where she will reside in the future. Mrs. Emmett Henderson entertained The Violet Whist Club at her residence Wednesday, February 10. Prize won by Mrs. Albert Terry and Mr. T. H. Wood. All members reported spending a delightful evening. The next meeting will be held by Mrs. John Robinson, February 24th, at Silver Grill. Mrs. J. F. Johnson, Reporter. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Anderson have recently returned from Hartford, Conn., where they have been gone over a year. They will be pleased to meet their many friends at home, 4338 Garfield Ave. The oratorical contest, given by Harper-Pitts W. C. T. U., on Monday evening was a most enjoyable affair, despite the fact that some of the contestants failed to materialize. The program was interspersed with musical numbers which were especially fine. Mrs. Jennie Pitts, 709 N. Ewing is confined to her bed and would like to have her friends call to see her. Mr. and Mrs. Walton B. Cathrell have moved to 4048 Cook Ave. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Williams, 4921 Easton are the proud recipients of a baby girl. A very pretty party was given Sunday, Feb. 7, by Miss Mattie Agee, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. L. C. Fowler, in honor of Mr. Lawrence Woodson. The table was beautifully decorated. Chicken in pate shells, cream and assorted cakes and coffee were served by the hostess. Everyone seemed to have a pleasant time. The Married Ladies' Needle Club met at the residence of Mrs. William Morgan, 4445 Kennerly Ave., with 17 members present and one visitor, Mrs. Oscar Tatum. The menu served was a delicious one, consisting of turkey sandwiches, combination salad, ice cream and cake. The club adjourned to meet at residence of Mrs. E. R. Holister, 4052a West Belle. Mrs. A. J. Owens, Pres. Mrs. J. T. Curtis, Sec. Rev. Tony Perry is in charge of the A. M. E. Bethel Church, 6116 Wells Avenue. Mrs. J. H. Oden, 4279 Cottage, has recovered from a recent illness. The case of Miss Blanche Oden, against George Wright has been continued in the Circuit Court at Clayton until April 5. MARRIAGE LICENSE Robt Aldridge, 2023 Chestnut Anna Bunch, 2023 Chestnut. Victor Prescay, 2735 Lawton. Othella Hurt, 2302 Market. Grant Williams, 2222 Walnut. Bertie Trimble, 2220 Walnut. Mark Jackson, Cairo, Ill. Mrs. Belle D. Johnson, 2648 Pine. Ben Dill, 2004 Carr. Earlin St. Gem, 2010 Carr. John A. Skyles, 1525 Papin. Marie Rodgers, 1006 N 22d. FULL DRESS SUITS rented for weddings, parties and all occasions. Clark and Smith, 2343 Market St. THE DAMES ENTERTAINED Mrs. R. H. Cole, better known by her intimate friends as "Lady Cole" entertained the members of her club, the Dames, last Saturday afternoon at her home, 4210 W. Belle. Mrs. Cole has the reputation of being a charming hostess, but this affair was the best she has ever given, and was highly enjoyed by all present. Mrs. Cole's handsome residence was beautifully and tastefully decorated, and the subdued light made a charming effect. The entertaining features were games and songs from the great operas by the best vocal talent in the city. The menu, consisting of sweet-bread, salad, chicken croquettes, coffee, almonds, ice cream, cakes and mints, was served by Dorr and Zeller. Lady Cole, who is always at ease as a hostess, made her guests feel at home and all departed loud in their praises of the hostess, and, indeed, delighted with having spent a most enjoyable afternoon. The reporter overheard one lady say, "Lady Cole has put another one over us." Mr. Jesse Terry, 2620 Morgan, met with a painful accident Tuesday. Mrs. Gertrude Cousin Rains, of Chicago, is spending a few weeks in this city, visiting her mother, Mrs. Clara Cousin, 2634 Market Place. Mrs. Susa Baker, of 4155 Washington Ave., is much improved and able to sit up at this writing, and wishes to thank her many friends for their kindness. The Mound City Dental Society will have its regular monthly meeting, Tuesday, February 23, 8:30 o'clock, at Dr. C. L. Thomas, 2607 Lawton Ave. Mrs. Alice W. E. Jones, the beauty culturist is stopping at the Douglass Hotel, and is meeting with aplendid success. Among her patrons are many of St. Louis' fashionable women. Miss Mary L. Dickerson, 4285 N. Market, entertained several friends with a valentine party on Monday evening. Miss M. McKeever, of Kansas City, was a caller at the Argus office Thursday. She was called here on account of the illness of her father, Mr. G. W. Parker, who is ill at Provident Hospital. Mrs. Kate Edward. of 1601 Morgan Street, wishes to announce to her many friends that she has recovered from her recent illness and is back at her old stand. Mr. Alfred Wilkerson and Miss Rowena Watson of Carbondale, Ill., were quietly married at Belleville, Ill., on Saturday, February 15th. The happy young couple are residing with the aunt of the bride. Mrs. Gertie C. Wilson, entertained the board members of the Historical and Industrial Club at her residence, 4067 Finney Ave. Cadet Harry E. Wilson entertained with music, while a dainty lunch was served. Mrs. Julia Clark is president and Mrs. Willie Chandler, Secretary. Mrs. Rattie Wilson, who has been ill, is able to be up again and will be pleased to see her many friends at 1025 Pendleton. NOTICE All communications for the current issue of the Argus, must be in this office not later than Wednesday noon each week. Out-of-town correspondents must send their news so as to reach us not later than Tuesday noon. Editor. Mudam Francis E. Motin president of the Motin School of Expression was the reader on a Lincoln Day program at Decatur, Ill., February 12. Y. W. C. A. NOTES Pay your subscription now and help us get into our larger quarters The annual election of officers was held in the regular monthly meeting of our Committee of Management Friday, February 12. The newly elected officers are as follows: Mrs. Mamie O. Trice, Chairman; Miss Arsania M. Williams, First Vice-Chairman; Mrs. Lenora Hammond, Second Vice-Chairman; Miss Bertha P. Williams, Recording Secretary; Miss Georgia Brown, Corresponding Secretary; Mrs. Wm. L. Perry, Treasurer. Miss Eva D. Bowles, our National Worker, after spending a few days in St. Louis, left Tuesday night to answer an urgent call to Baltimore. Md. Largest Line of Hair Goods at Reasonable Prices Mme. Berzy-Brown 3029 Laclede A series of Special Vesper Services will be held during Lent. These services will be opened Sunday afternoon. Address will be made by Prof. A. E. Malone. Good musciel All are invited. Madam Lindsey Colored Trance Spiritualist Sh. can tell you what you would like to know She can instruct you in all business matters READINGS 50C. TRANCE READINGS $1. 6152 Minerva Ave., Wellston Our Membership Committee, with Miss Mary V. Mack as chairman, will entertain the full membership of our Association, Friday evening, February 26, from 8 to 10 o'clock. Don't let any member miss the Membership Party! M DIETERICH MOR TO TONY HAGENBROCK PROCERIES D TOBACCOS 4l0l-a Lexington Ave. Important Question Is U GET THE BEST BARGAIN? Going housekeeping? Come to our store at your earliest convenience and let me show you through our im- mense line of furniture, pianos, car- pets and stoves. BELL, CALFAX[295 ADAM DIETERIC SUCCESSOR TO TONY HAGENB STAPLE AND FANCY GROCERIES WINES, LIQUORS, CIGARS AND TOBACCOS 4101-a L The All Important Question WHERE CAN YOU GET THE BEST Take advantage of our semi-annual clearance sale that is now on. I will furnish your home complete on "easy payments" if you so desire. Remember this—I want to sell you the next bill of furniture that you purchase as I am sure I can please you if given a chance. I desire you to call for me when visiting our store as it is, of vital importance. If you can't think of my name just ask for the colored salesman. Phone Central or Main 354 ton T. Walker Salesman With CO. 12th And Olive St. plexion needs TT & RAMSDELL'S CT COLD CREAM of New York Society for twenty-three their favorite. Imparts health and smoothes away the marks of Time, bloom to sallow cheeks, discourages and wrinkles. Improve daily use. 10c., 25c., 50c. 50c., 85c., $1.50. Clinton T. Walk Salesman With MAY-STERN & CO. 12th A Your complexion needs DAGGETT & RAMSEY PERFECT COLD C Used by the elite of New York Society years and still their favorite. Impa beauty to the skin, smoothes away the brings Nature's bloom to sallow chee unwelcome lines and wrinkles. Improv your looks by its daily use. In tubes 10c., 25c., 50a. In jars 35c., 50c., 85c., $1.50. Used by the elite of New York Society for twenty-three years and still their favorite. Imparts health and beauty to the skin, smoothes away the marks of Time, brings Nature's bloom to sallow cheeks, discourages unwelcome lines and wrinkles. Improve your looks by its daily use. When you insist upon Duggett & Ramsdell's you get the best cold cream in the store. Let me send you FREE P Write today for a testing boil you FREE PERFUME day for a testing bottle of ED. PINAUD'S LILAC The world's most famous perfume, every drop as sweet as the living blossom. For handkerchief, atomizer and bath. Fine after shaving. All the value is in the perfume—you don't pay extra for a fancy bottle. The quality is wonderful. The price only 75c (6 oz.). Send 4c for the little bottle—enough for 50 handkerchiefs. PARFUMERIE ED. PINAUD Department M. ED. PINAUD BUILDING NEW YORK --- JOHN A. BROWN ED D&E THE OUR GRADUATES ARE FURNISHED WITH DIPLOMA AND OUTFIT. Don't Delay, Write for Fuller Particulars PHONE, BELL: BOMONT 1958 Mrs. E. Slangher-Gamble SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI AUTIFUL "DERMATAS" MISS WILLIE MAE WARREN Three Pictures will be shown in Practical Resale at 3001 LAWTON AVENUE LADIES WANT BEAUTIFUL HAIR MISS WILLIE MAE WARREN These Practices will be continued in Practical Routine at 3001 LAWTON AVENUE LADIES WANT BEAUTIFUL HAIR Then try Mrs. P. W. Dunavant's method of treatment for the scalp and hair. Give her a trial and be convinced. Satisfaction guaranteed. 2749 Walnut Street, St. Louis, Mo. A wo be found Dermat Price, 2 Thos. R. Otey & Bro. Dealers in All orders promptly attended to Office & Yard: 2805 Market k announces the opening of her Studio for Dancing and accepted forms of all New Dances Bot, Lu Lu-Fado, Canter Waltz, Tango 2109 Avenue Miss Bullock Mrs. Hall Pianists J. W. HUGHES Central 5415 Bomont 2925 TON & HUGHES Makers and Embalmers 20 LAWTON AVE. Miss Mack announces of her St. Dance Newest and accept New D Maxixe, Fox Trot, Lu Lu-k Phone Bomont 2109 3336 Lawton Avenue H. A, GORDON PHONES: Central 54 GORDON & Undertakers and 2620 LAWT back announces the of her Studio for Dancing it and accepted for New Dance Trot, Lu Lu-Fado, Ca 2109 Miss Avenue Mrs. SES: Central 5415 Bott TON & HU Stakers and Embl 520 LAWTON A Miss Mack announces the opening of her Studio for Dancing Newest and accepted forms of all New Dances Maxixe, Fox Trot, Lu Lu-Fado, Canter Waltz, Tango Phone Bomont 2109 Miss Bullock Pianists 3336 Lawton Avenue Mrs. Hall H. A. GORDON J. W. HUGHES PHONES: Central 5415 Bomont 2925 GORDON & HUGHES Undertakers and Embalmers 2620 LAWTON AVE. HIKE ANTISEPTIC Skin and scalp irritations, eczema, burns, pimples, ring worm, tetters, oak or ivy poisoning, chapped skin, and dandruff. Softens and medicates the skin. It is worth its weight in gold as a household remedy. Very good after Price, 2 Ask your Druggist Fa Gr W SALE OF Very good after shaving. Price, 25c a Tube Ask your Druggist to get it, or to be had at Famous & Barr Grand Leader Wolff-Wilson Drug Sotre SALE OF JEWELRY SPECIAL SALE SPECIAL SALE OF JEWELRY We are offering a large stock of Diamonds, Watches Chains, Necklaces, La Vallieres, Brooches, Tie Pins, Cuff Links, Bracelets and Lockets at very low prices. Diamond Rings Solid Gold Watches Gold Filled Watches A. & L. DUN 912-14 FRAN Open Until 9 O'Clock DUNN 14 FRANKLIN O'Clock Saturd DUNN MERCANTILE AND LOAN CO 4 FRANKLIN AVE. D'Clock Saturday Evenings. HIKE SINCE 1910 ANTISEPTIC CONTAINS IT HING HIKE CHEMICAL CO. ST. LOUIS, MO. Contains 1 P.O. 10 "LYDA'S HAIR BEAUTIFIER" I am the ONLY Hair Culturist that holds a Certificate of Proficiency in the Anatomy of Hair in Saint Louis. Our Parlors are the Most Complete; Largest Number of Patrons in the City. System taught; Rates the Cheapest; Success Guaranteed; Pupils solicited; Agents Wanted. This work offers the Most Facinating and Lucrative Field open to Negro Women. The demand for Skilled Operatives with "Guaranteed Preparations" is unlimited. A wonderful hair preparation may be found at drugstores or direct from Dermatas Mfg. Co., 2749 Walnut St. Price, 25 and 50 cents. Made to your order by experienced cap cutter and maker. Any style. Call or write. H. Montgomery, 4339 Labadie Ave. Undertakera. 4107 Finney Ave. Phones. Del 922; Lindell 5690. STOPS ITCHING $5.00 to $500 $10.00 to $100 $5.00 to $25 ST. LOUIS NEGRO BUSINESS DIRECTORY W. GARFIELD ROGERS THE BARBER Now at 115 N. Compton, as Manager. JAMES BARNES. Barber, is now at 2630 Morgan Street. Friends, 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. Evans, shaving parlor, hand laundry, cigars and tobacco. All kinds of barber tools put in order. News stand in connection. 1719 Pendleton Ave.. St. Louis, Mo. CLASSIFIED ADS RATES ONE INSERTION Personal, Business and Professional Cards, Business Chances, For Sale or Rent Houses, Stores, Flats, 5c per line; minimum 15c. Help Wanted, Situations Wanted, For Rent Rooms, Rooms and Board, 3c per line; minimum 10c. Display Ads 50c per inch Special Rates on 4-time Ads. FOR RENT. 4 rooms on second floor. House also for sale at a sacri- tice. 4275 Cottage. FOR RENT 6 room cottage. Newly decorated Rent reasonable. Also for sale 4501 Cottage. FOR RENT: Nearly furnished rooms for gentlemen only. Heat; electric lights, hot water and all conveniences. 2736 Lucas. Mrs. Viola Jamerson. FOR RENT Furnished rooms. Free phone, modern conveniences, furnace heat. 4053a Cook. Lindell 4482R. 2-11-4T FOR RENT Nine ten room residence. 4034 Cook Ave. Rent $35. Call Cen. 4783R. ROOM FOR RENT: Two-room apartment. Rent furnished or unfurnished $2.00 to $4.00, per week. Two-room suite, $3.50 to $4.00. Telephone, bath and steam heat. Cafe in connection. 3500 Lawton Avenue. J. R. Allen, manager Telephone, Lindell 4424. WANTED TO ROOM: Two or three gentlemen known to each other and who would appreciate a home in a private family where no other roomers are kept. References exchanged. Modern conveniences. Mrs. S. E. Stokes. 2612 Morgan St. FOR RENT: Neatly furnished room, for couple or single. Steam heat, bath, gas, strictly first-class Mrs. Alice Garth, 4018 Cook. FOR RENT Two neatly furnished rooms. All conveniences, gas, bath, phone, furnace heat. Reasonable terms. Call 3417 Pine St. FOR RENT: One large and one small room, neatly furnished. Reasonable. Lindell 2342R. 4124a Finney. 2-5-4-H RENT ONE OF THESE tage $16.00 1618½ Morgan St. 3 large rms. 11.00 16154 Linden St. 3 fine rms. 9.00 2630 Baldwin, front 2 rooms. 7.00 2628a Baldwin, 2 nice rooms. 6.50 OREON E. A. B. COSTE COMMERCIAL HOTEL Will be opened on the 1st of December, with neatly furnished or unfurnished rooms. Washington Johnson, Prop., 2845-47 Morgan St. SARAH STREET SHINING PAR- LOR Cigars, Tobacco, Papera of all Kinds. Agent for Acme Shoe Polishes, Cleaners, Restorers and Dyers. WM. POWELL, PROP. 1012 N. Sarah Street. R. W. LOWE General Repair Shop and Jeweler 434 S. 14th Street We Repair Any Make of Sew- ing or Talking Machine for 75 cents or $1.00. W. L. MORGAN Upholstering, mattress making and general repairing. All orders will receive prompt attention. Goods called for and delivered. 2706 Market St. St. Louis, Mo. CHAS. S. PERKINS, Sign Painter and Interior Decorator First-Class Work. Prices Reasonable '3122 Fair Avenue What do you want for your dollar? A lot of worthless stuff, or one hundred cents' worth of good reading matter? You can get your money's worth by subscribing for the Argus. RICHARD CLAY Electric Wiring, Old and New Houses, Repairing. Ball, Barnet, 2640W bell, Bomont 2049W 2201 Eugenia St. St. Louis. FOR RENT Nicely furnished room, 4338 West Belle Place. FOR SALE. House and lot. Five rooms, 2 basement rooms. Store with living rooms. 2 story frame stable; 4 horses. Lot 25x100 feet; 2704 Clark Avenue. Call at Room 313 Fullerton Building, 7th and Pine. Ask for Mr. C. C. Parrish, for information. FOR SALE Rooming house in first class neighborhood. Income $70 a month. Full ot付-willing roomers. Will sell cheap as I desire to leave city. Address "For Sale" Argus office, 2341 Market St. 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, $150 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 band concert at Pythian Temple February 7. GATES AND MANUEL Undertakers. 4107 Finney Ave. Phones. Del. 922; Lindell 5690. 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. LADY UNDERTAKER ESTABLISHMENT Miss Judie Beal, only colored lady embalmer in the state of Missouri. Service rendered to ladies in any part of the city. Miss Beal is the daughter of A. L. Beal, Undertaker establishment at 2726 Lucas Ave. Carriages furnished for all occasions. Open day and night. Central, 5048, Bomont 2726. Watch the Argus for the lady undertaker establishment. A. L. Beal, Proprietor. 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 Bomont, 1644; Central, 8371. MISS ETHEL COOPER HAIR SPECIALIST Mrs. Ethel Cooper, 3421 La Salle Street, has completed the course in Hair Culture, of the Oxford System, and is now able to give special attention to the scalp and hair. Try her and be convinced. See that your printing is done on the shortest notice. Try the ARGUS PRINT, 2341 Market street. NOTICE, CHAUFFEURS! Atty. Geo. L. Vaughn, 2336 Market Street, is a notary public, and has all the necessary blanks on which to make application for chauffeur's licenses. Give him a call. Central 8371. Bomont 1644. LODGES FAR WEST CHAPTER No. 2, R. A. M., meets first Wednesday each month. All Royal Arch Masons in good standing welcome. Chas. Bolinger, H. P. Geo. Broomfield, Sec. Bell, Bomont 1131 A. BENJ. DAVIS Tuner, Repairer and, Finisher of Pianos Reed and Pipe Organ Expert Work Guaranteed. Headquarters Y. M. C. A. Building 2702 Lawton Ave. St. Louis. BookerWashington Expert Designers and Makers of Ladies' and Gents' Clothing HARRY M. HODGES, Prop.I Phone, Bement 1608 2305 MARKET ST. ACME LAUNDRY Try our new method of laundering shirts and collars, which gives a flexible finish on all shirts and finest velvet edge on collars and cuffs. Prolongs the life of linen and is unsurpassed in beauty and finish. Their prices are lower than you can get the work done for elsewhere. 2609 Pine. STRAIGHTEN YOUR HAIR BEFORE AFTER "PRESTO" STRAIGHTENS THE MOST OBSTINATE, STUBBORN, KINKY HAIR **PRESTO** *remove* Dandrew, Tetter, and other Skin Diseases of the SCALP* **PRESTO** *make* the HAIR GROW* **PRESTO** *in* Harroles, Cian and Lasting. **PRESTO** *is the Greatest Discovery Known to Mankind in this Line. Throw away your old pinching and pulling hot irons and the so-called electric comb, and stop burning your hair out, and get a package of **PRESTO** *THE KING OF ALL HAIR PREPARATIONS* **PRESTO** *will straighten your Hair the first application or we will refund your money.* The hair remains straight for months. Think of it, nothing in the world like **PRESTO**. Apply **PRESTO** *two or three times a year, that’s all.* THE LA FAYETTE MFG.CO EDENTON, N.C. AGENTS HERE IS THE MONEY MAKER! MENTION PAPER YOU SAW AD. IN FOR A DRINK OF Coffee With A Smack That gives A Satisfied Smile TRY ST. CLAIR'S SPECIAL 35 CTS. 4102 Finney Avenue HOW ARE YOUR EYES? HOW ARE YOUR EYES? You cannot afford, to neglect you eyes. If they bother you, have then tested free. Glasses fitted from $1.0 up. Fifteen years' experience. DR. WILLIAM KNIGHT. 2335 Market St. "FORSHAW" REPAIRS FOR "ANY OLD" STOVE 111 NORTH 12th STREET CENTRAL 3491-R MAIN 2043 PROPER COOKING OF MEATS Various Treatments necessary for Their Effective Preparation for the Table Fresh meats which are to be served cold should be put to cook in a pot of boiling water and boiled hard for 15 minutes, covered, then boiled gently until tender throughout. The season- ings may be any combination of herbs or vegetables desired. Salt and peper should be added when meat is half done. Salt meats take different treatment First soak over night in plenty of cold water. Then scrape and clean the next day, and put them on to cook in a pot of cold water. Cook tongue very gently until the small bones in the root can be easily pulled out. This is a matter of four hours. Leave in water until cold. Then lift out, trim, skin and serve. It may be put away, cold in the box, wrapped in a coarse clean cloth, or may be returned to some of the water in which it was boiled. This will help it retain its succulence. Ham, if very dry, may be soaked 48 hours, changing water once or twice. Put to cook in plenty of cold water. It should simmer five to eight hours. It is done when the small bone in the hock can be pulled out easily. When nearly cold draw off the skin; do not cut. Cover the top with a mixture of egg, bread crumbs, pepper, salt, sugar and a little made mustard, and set in a slow oven to brown. Baste frequently with two tablespoonfuls of vinegar and a little boiling water in the pan. Bake from one to two hours. Save ham fat from the pan. It is fine for frying potatoes, hominy or rice. Save the ham skin and use it to cover the ham under a coarse cloth. KEEPS DRAIN PIPES CLEAN Arrangement That May Be of Home Construction Has Been Recommanded. A device for the kitchen sink that has proved successful in keeping the drain pipes clean is made of a wooden frame and ordinary window screen. Make a wooden frame, about two inches high, just wide enough to fit nicely into the sink, and not quite as long as the inside of the sink. On one end of this nail a board, covering about half the length of the frame; on the other end, on the opposite side, nail a piece of wire window screen. This device may be kept in the sink always, the dishpan set on the wooden part, and anything poured on the other part will be strained before reaching the pipes. This may be easily cleaned, and the wire screening renewed at small expense, when worn through. It is better than the ordinary sink strainer, as it covers the bottom of the sink, and catches everything thrown into it.-Holland's Magazine. German Potato Salad. Boll in their jackets two dozen small potatoes until tender. Peel, and while hot, cut in thin slices and mix carefully with two white onions, a cucumber, a green pepper and half a dozen radishes, all sliced thin. Season with salt and pepper and while hot, mix with the following dressing: One-quarter pound bacon cut into small pieces, one-quarter cupful each of water, vinegar, sugar and one-half teaspoonful of mustard, one-quarter teaspoonful of salt, and a dash of cayenne pepper. Fry the bacon slowly until brown; then pour over both the bacon and the fat that has been fried out, the vinegar to which has been added the water. Mix the sugar, mustard, salt and pepper and add this mixture to the other. Cook until the sugar is dissolved and while hot pour it over the potatoes. Heap on a platter and around the sides of the dish; garnish the top and sides of the mound of salad with radishes cut like roses. Meatless Minca Pla. Half a cup of molasses, two-thirds cupful of water, two-thirds of a cupful of vinegar, one cupful of sugar, one cupful of breadcrumbs, one cupful of chopped raisins, one cupful of minced apples, one tablespoonful of cloves, one tablespoonful of cinnamon, one nutmeg grated, and add a piece of butter the size of a hen's egg. Mix all the ingredients and heat the mixture thoroughly, without really allowing it to cook, stirring it often. While hot, fill into the pie pans, baking it with two crusts. Liver Hash. One pint of liver, chopped coarse and measured after chopping. In frying pan melt one tablespoonful of butter, add one teaspoonful of flour and blend well. Now add one cupful of water gradually, while stirring, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the liver and simmer for 20 minutes. Just before serving add one teaspoonful of lemon juice. Making Dustless Dusters. Making Dustless Dusters. Wring out pieces of cheesecoloth in hot water and saturate with crude oil. Another way of making a dustless duster is to saturate the cheesecoloth with kerosene oil and hang it in the sunlight to dry. To Improve Chocolate's Flavor. A drop of cinnamon extract and three or four drops of vanilla added to a pot of chocolate will greatly improve its flavor. Good Thing to Know. An excellent way to remove the odor of onions from the hands is to rub them with a raw potato or parsley. We are interested in Beauty Everyone's MAJOR'S OXFORD COLLEGE OF HAIR CULTURE 4246 West Belle Place Saint Louis, Missouri Want you to write today for our Regular $25.00 Course Free. 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? QUINADE GROWS HAIR. REMOVES DANDRUFF QUINASOAP THE IDEAL SHAMPOO SOAP QUINACOMB HAIR STRAIGHTENER SHAMPOO CARE SEEBY DRUG COMPANY. NEW YORK CITY. N.Y. If the dark and gloomy days are hung over your head let the Oxford System bring you joy and happiness to your home regardless of where you live. The Majors Oxford System are making the little ones cheerful everywhere each day. This system always steps in just in time. A mother was discharged, without a penny, had had one to help her. Around her there was a number of little ones to be cared for. She at once thought of what she had heard of the Majors Oxford College. Finally she secured a newspaper, with an advertisement of the Majors Oxford College, which contained the address. 4246 West Belle Pl. St. Louis, Mo. She wrote for the free offer, how to grow hair and beautify the skin. Today no one can discharge her, she is earning from $15.00 to $25.00 per week. It looks impossible, but it is. I gladly furnish a testimony to the hundreds which I have: Dear Sir, I am more than delighted with my correspondent course, and only wish that all needy mothers and daughters could only see this opportunity. I gave up my school to devote all my time to my customers. My customers are carried away with mentions, and my own, hair in arriving St. Louis Has Been Withdrawal Postage paid any place QUIN GROWS REMOVES QUIN THE IDEAL QUIN HAIR ST SHAMPOO SEEBY DRUG COMPANY FREE THIS BEAUTIFUL LADD MIXER WORTH $1.75 We are going to give away 1,000 of these valuable mixers to our subscribers and their friends. This Add Mixer is constructed of a heavy and specially designed glass urn, with clear white fluted sides, full nickle plate polished top. Sanitary, and easily cleaned. Beater detachable, and can be easily cleaned. It is a strong, high-class article, recommended by Good Honsekeeping Institutes and Domestic Science Schools, because it is built on the right principles. It will make the tastiest mayonnaise in only four minutes. It will beat three eggs to equal four by any other method. Butter can be made in ten minutes from sour cream. Will whip cream in thirty seconds. It's a kitchen wonder. Beats everything. Sold all over the world for 11.75. WE OFFER 1000 FREE It matters not whether you are a subscriber or not. All you have to do is mail us four paid-in advance yearly subscriptions to The Argus, and we will send one of these wonderful mixers to you free of charge. Remember that the ARGUS is the best Write today for our regular $25 course free. Let the Majors Oxford System make you beautiful. If your hair is thin, short, or breaking off use the Majors Oxford Preparations. If you have a diseased scalp from the lacking of oxygen, or if you have a buddy complexion, let us help you. The Oxford System will quickly restore your youthful complexion, and make you feel years younger, after the first treatment. For luxurious growth of hair, beautiful complexion and charming white teeth use the Majors Oxford Beautifiers that thicken the skin. Special treatments may be had from trained agents all over the country, or direct from the college. Oxford preparations are manufactured in the Oxford laboratories, and are guaranteed by W. L. Majors, under the Pure Food and Drug Law. Write for illustrated circulars. College open the year round. The Oxford College is located at 4246 West Belle Ph. St. Louis, Mo. We have the only operating rooms equipped with electrical scalp purifiers. Operating rooms open from 8:00 a.m. to m. m. Miss Elinora Jackson, head operator. In writing please mention the Argus. W. L. Major, Pres. and Founder. NADE W HAIR. DANDRUFF ASOAP SHAMPOO STAP ACOMB LIGHTENER NEW YORK CITY. N.Y. O and cheapest weekly newspaper published for Negroes in the West. Only one dollar per year. It will be easy for you to get four of your friends to subscribe. TRY IT TODAY. This offer is good in any part of the United States. Send us a postal money order, or if you live in St. Louis, bring your four subscriptions to our office and take your $1.25 prize away. SEE IT IN OUR WINDOW. Direct your mail to THE ARGUS PUB CO. 2341 Market Street, St. Louis, Mo. P. S. This offer will be withdrawn when 1000 of these valuable miners have been given away, SO GET BUSY. WE CAUGHT YOU AT LAST HEY! AND NOW ILL FINISH YOU WITH CHLOROFORM IT DOESN'T EVEN PHAZE HIM! BY JOVE I FORGOT, I MUST COVER HIM WITH A BOX FIRST! GOSH BOSS! WOT'S DAT! MANGE CURE! THATS LUCKY! THERE'S JUST THE THING! NOW YOU DOG DIE!! HELP! I KNOWED ALL BE TIME DAT WAS A BEE HIVE BOSS! THE STEINER ENGRAVING CO. BADGES SEALS STAMPS STENCILS & METAL CHECKS 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 CAFE JUICE MIDY RELIEVES IN 24 HOURS D. PASSALAOUA DRY GOODS AND NOTIONS Ladies' and Gents' Furnishing Goods Denbie Eagle Stamps Every Saturday TOPSY HOSIERY Courteous Treatment to all 3146 Laclede Ave. (East of Compton) I wish to inform my friends that I am the city salesman for the Progress Tailoring Co. of Chicago. Having been with this company for over eight years, has qualified me for this work. Suits made to order for $12.50 and up. Orders are delivered eight days after being taken. Every garment you select from our line is sold with the absolute guarantee that the fit must be perfect; that the workmanship must be of the very beat and that the wearing quality of the material must be satisfactory. Clothes delivered by parcel post and express. Charges prepaid. Thanking you in advance for your patronage, N., A. Robinson, 4274 Finney Ave. DO YOUR OWN SHOPPING "Onyx" Hosiery Gives the BEST VALUE for Your Money Every Kind from Cotton to Silk, For Men, Women and Children Any Color and Style From 25¢ to $5.00 paid paid Look for the Trade Mark! Sold by All Good Dealers. WHOLESALE Lord & Taylor NEW YORK Have you seen the new 1915 "NEGRO YEAR BOOK?" Price 30 cts. At Mosby's Drug Store, Harris' two Drug Stores. COPYRIGHT FOR SALE On bookkeeping, small pamphlet, concise and clear; written by expert on accounting, and dealing with opening and other entries for set of books for individual, firm and corporation. Full and complete. Can be printed and sold at 25 cents a copy and clear 200 per cent profit. Will sell by states or as a whole. Address W. S. W., Argus, 2341 Market St., St. Louis, Mo. MOVING PICTURE SHOW Prof. H. Greer and Brother J. B. Greer have opened a moving picture show and vaudeville at Newport, Ill. Exhibit every Monday and Thursday nights during the winter season. Dancing after each show. Refreshments sold. At K. P. Hall. Everybody welcome. 3 IN ONE OILS. CLEANS. POLISHES. PREVENTS RUST. 3-in-One is a light, pure oil compound that never gums. 3-in-One lubricates perfectly sewing machines, typewriters, bicycles, locks, clocks, guns, lawnmowers—everything that ever needs oiling in your home or office. No grease. No acid. A little 3-in-One on a soft cloth cleans and polishes perfectly all varnished furniture and woodwork. Sprinkled on a yard of black cheesecloth it makes an Ideal Dustless Dusting Cloth. 3-in-One absolutely prevents rust on gun barrels, auto fixtures, bath room fixtures, gas rings, everything metal, indoors or out, in any climate. It sinks into the unseen metal porous and forms a protecting "overcoat" which stays on. Free—3-in-One—Free. Write today for generous free bottle and the 3-in-One Dictionary of uses. 3-in-One is sold in all good stores in 3-in-1 bottle: 10c (1 oz.), 25c (3 oz.), 50c (8 oz., pint). Also in new patented Handy Oil Can, 25c (3½ oz.). 3-IN-ONE OIL COMPANY 42 DA Broadway New York City MONEY Advanced Salaried People C. BERRY Room 810 Holland Bldg. 211 N. Seventh C. E. Lenhart, Grocer The Boss-Corners for best goods at lowest prices. A trial order and you will be convinced Kinloch, Gentral 4307 Lindell 1290—Bell Phones—Bomont 18 Meals Served at All Hours MRS. MATTIE ALLEN Meals 25 cents All Home Cooking 2641 Market Place St. Louis, Mo. M. C. 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. 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 stc. We Give Eagle Stamps Lindell 377 Lindo 772 Delmar 1808 Bull Bull Kintech DORR & ZELLER CATERING CO. WEDDINGS AND PARTIES SUPPLIED ON SHORTNOTICE 3924 Washington Boulevard St. Louis A. RUSSELL UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER Livery Garrettes Purchased for All Occasions: 2723 PINE STREET. Phones: Kinloch, Central 558. Bell, Bomont 1426 For the newest and most up-to-date styles in Ladies' and Men's Apparel visit FRIEDMAN'S The L. Erdle Bakery and Confectionery 1500----MARKET ST.----2000 They will also loan you money to buy that Spring Outfit for 1964. 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 Henry Braun for lowest prices in Staple and Fancy Groceries 1700 Goode Avenue AUTOMOBILES Chauffeurs' Club Call Bomont 1995 3125 Pine St. 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 short orders a specialty. Home Cooking and Quick Service WM. E. GOODLOE, Prop. B. F. WILSON, Manager. BE INDEPENDENT Learn to compose music. Lessons in harmony, counterpoint, form and instrumentation according to latest methods. Call Delmar 3952X. 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. 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 486. GATES AND MANUEL Undertakers. 4107 Finney Ave. Phones, Del. 922; Lindell 5690. Bomont 1005 Kinloch: Central 4653 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 Season 2140 MARKET ST. Louis Hencken 2601 Market Street Handles a First-clas Line of Goods Orders Promptly Delivered W. L. Wilson Sign & House Painting Co., interior decorators, paper hangers plasterers, and whit- eners, are now located at 2639 Market St. W. L. Wilson, Pres. N ATHLETICS AND AMUSEMENTS By H. T. M. BOOKER WASHINGTON TIM AND HESTER MOORE KEEP UP THEIR FUN SPREE WITH NEW ACT Virginia Liston Playing Single. Gilpin and Woods, Tolliver and Chappelle Good Acts "Baby Snookums" is the title of the vehicle Tim and Hester Moore are traveling in this week and it contains a barrel of fun. Tim keeps up the merriment by breaking out at intervals singing "Lovin', Lovin', Now and Then" and is not satisfied until Hester puts over the entire song for him. It's a big scream. In the closing part Tim plays the baby and the house goes wild. Virginia Liston, appearing single, this week, is pleasing with three song numbers. Gilpin and Woods have a good act entitled "Matrimony and Insurance." It is built around a misunderstanding of Gilpin's object in calling at the insurance office conducted by Miss Woods, and affords much merriment. Gilpin makes a big hit singing "A Fool There Was." The act is very good. Tolliver and Chappelle, in a singing and talking act, are excellent singers and win much praise with their several song numbers. There is plenty of class to this team and they score nicely. Special feature nights at this theater are having a stimulating effect upon the attendance. The Renfax pictures on Mondays, "Zudora" on Fridays and the All Negro Pictures on Saturdays are all big drawing cards. Wednesday night, last week, had the biggest crowd, however, when the house would not hold the crowds who came to witness the first of the piano playing Contests. Charles Tompson was declared the winner. In the buck and wing dancing, Thursday night, Taggart Hartgraves won the senior and Eddie White the junior bouts. Chas Lacey and Miss Florence Clay carried off the cake walk prize on Saturday. These contests will be continued on the nights mentioned for several weeks until the city championship is decided. "Aladdin Jones," a 2 reel burlesque on Aladdin's Lamp will be the all Negra picture for Saturday night, February 20. Special feature pictures for Sunday matinees only are the latest treat for the patrons. The first will be "Bitter Sweets," February 28. Then will follow "Test of Manhood," March 7. "Cruise of the Hellship," 14th. "Square Triangle," 21st. "Message of the Mines," 28th and "The Vengeance of Flames," April 4. Montgomery and McClain passed through the city Sunday. The James Marshall involved in the Becker Case, in New York, is the husband of Ora Criswell; he appeared here with her a short time ago. Thomas Tolliver, cornet player, left last week for American Falls, Idaho, where he will play this summer. A match game of English billiards was played Friday night at the Monarch, 2311 Market, by Eugene Thomas, 301, and Henry Nelson, 270. High runs made were, Thomas, 45, and Nelson, 37. Charles Peterson, champion fancy shot of the world, introduced the players. Peterson also gave an exhibition and was warmly greeted. Several women were in attendance. A match in some hall is contemplated for the near future. Big progress is being made on the new Giant's Baseball Park out at 6100 N. Broadway, during these nice days. A dozen men are at work building stands and fences. The grand stand will extend from the first around to the third base, and will have a row of comfortable boxes. The equipment will be a model of comfort and convenience when completed and will accommodate 5,000 persons. Bert Williams, the premier Negro comedian of the stage and the one big feature of The Follies Company is drawing crowded houses here this week. Mr. Williams ranks high in the salary list. It is claimed that he receives $2,500 per week for his services. U. B. F. & S. M. T. CONCERT CO. The U. B. F. and S. M. T. Concert Co. will show at the Pythian Hall, Thursday, April 1. A special prize will be given the lodge member who sells the largest number of tickets. The company is under the management of Tom Turpin. NEW CAFE AND RESTAURANT A first class cafe and restaurant has been opened for colored at 1417 Market St. Regular meals at popular prices are offered. P. J. Dill, former chauffeur for Crittingden Clark, is the manager. LADIES PIANO CONTEST At The Keystone Cafe COMPTON AND LAWTON Friday Night, FEBRUARY 26 MR. CHAS. A. MILLS requests the presence of his patrons and friends at his function. The occasion will be one of the grandest ever given in St. Louis. LADIES ONLY To assure an unbiased decision the judges will be blindfolded Miss Edna Freeman, assisted by Thomas O. Mills, will Entertain PRIZE To Winner $5.00 Each Contestant Will Receive $1 ,Win or Loose All Ladies who wish to compete will send names and address to, or call on Thomas O. Mills Master of Ceremonies KEYSTONE CAFE Compton and Lawton THE RETINA HIGH CLASS MOVING PICTURES. Ladies and Children are Especially Invited. 20th and Market Sts. Admission 5c. WHO IS THE CLUTCHING HAND? The supercriminal Elaine Dodge and Craig Kennedy, world's famous detective must be captured to avenge Elaine's father's murder. The perila 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. 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. THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS The pastor, Rev. J. P. Watson, and wife, wish to extend their highest regards to their good members and many loyal friends, for the many and much needed catable things they brought to the parsonage last Monday night. We could not help from shedding tears, when, at 11 o'clock at least 45 people were heard singing "God, Will Take Care Of You." They came in and the dining-room table could not hold the many good things they brought in. Indeed this is the largest storm ever gotten up at this church. Too much praise can not be given to Miss Anthonette Slack, and Miss Wenona Shumpard for getting up such a great storm them. After they had worked awhile they realized that they were in need of someone to help them make it a great success so they called on Miss Lelia Clifton, one, of the teachers of the City High School and the organist of our church. She willingly assisted the two little ladies and they walked over the city and something was doing. Those who gave are as follows: Lucy Robbin, A. W. Wallace, wife, son and daughter, Ben. J. Kirksy, Elijah Wilson, Bessie Shumpard, Burnice Hayes, S. T. Pocter, Lucan Gilmore, L. Reece, G. D. Shannon, W. L. Brown and wife, Ben Thurman, Clara Robbin, K. C. Clifton, M. L. Robertson, Addie Kennon, Mary Bradford, Jessie Shannon, F. Cleveland, Tolston and Rogers, Leslie Perry, Cora Terra, Troy Owens, Oscar McWilliams, Tennie Williams, L. Walker, T. Hadley, Ossie Sample, Lina Wilson, Nellie B. Hooper, H. Giles, W. D. Sykes, E. Rogers, H. Henry, Willie Thomas, E. Lequey, S. W. Scott, Ann Williams, Epworth League, H. Allen and wife, Willie Thornton, Annie McCamby, Herbert Glifton, H. Betts, A. McClain, C. H. Dukes, D. McCamby, Mattie Givan. Our State-wide Negro Farmers' and Country Life People's Institute and Conference holds its Eighth Annual Session at the Bartlett Agricultural and Industrial School, Thursday and Friday, February 25 and 26, 1915, at Dalton, Mo., Chariton County, on the main line of the Wabash Railroad, 32 miles west of Moberly, and 30 miles east of Carrollton. All friends of farm and country life betterment are invited. This yearly Conference has done real good in opening the minds of many farmers for larger crop yields and for bettering their homes and life. All will be freely entertained during the entire Conference. PROVIDENT ASSOCIATION RELIEF FUND INCREASES The Commission, headed by Dr. B. F. Abbott, is still pushing the movement. Previously acknowledged ..... $265.07 Reports for this week: St. Paul A. M. E. Church ..... 35.00 Young Married Ladies' Thim- ble Club ..... 5.00 Thimble Club ..... 5.00 N. T. Mumford Lodge, K. P ..... 8.15 Perseverance Lodge, G. U. O. O. F. ..... 5.00 Gibraltar Lodge, G. U. O. O. F. ..... 3.00 20th Century Lodge, G. U. O. O. F. ..... 1.00 Teachers' Fund ..... 1.00 Total $323.22 Let everyone rally to make the windup total the amount required from the colored citizens. Grease Spot on Woolen Clothing. For removing greasy spots on black woolen clothing the following is excellent: Make a solution of borax and warm water and wash the wooled article in it, then rinse in clear water and dry in the sun. This is a good way to clean man's coat collars. Add a tablespoonful of ammonia to every two quarts of warm water. Don't use soap. Dip garment up and down, and when it looks clean place in clean water, rinse and iron before dry. To Clean Copper. Copper articles that have become discolored can be made to look new again by rubbing them with lemon dipped in salt and afterward rinsing in clear hot water and polishing with a soft cloth. When Boiling Milk. When boiling milk, if a few spoonfuls of water is put into the saucepan, first letting it boil rapidly for a few minutes before the milk is added, the milk will not burn, however hot the fire may be. To Keep Silver Bright. To keep silver bright that is not in use, lay a piece of gum camphor in the drawer or box in which the silver is kept, and you will find that the silver will not require so much polishing. To Wash White Silk To Clean Copper. When Boiling Milk 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, 109 N. Jefferson and Twenty-Second and Market. Wm. Powell's shining parlor, 1012 North Sarah. Mercantile cigar store, 2319 Market. Goode's news stand, 2305 Market. Simmons' delicatessen, 2129 Mar-Moaby's drug store, 809 North Jefferson. Bolar's grocery, 2630 North Leffing-well. Jones Drug Co., Pendleton & North Street. Sarah-Pinney Pharmacy, 4100 Finney. Mr. George Smith, 4283 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. To Get the Best Clothes For the Lest Money SEE N. A. Robinson Money back unless satisfied. 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Truly predicts the success or failure of new inventions, patients, pending pension claims, etc.; tells whether you will receive fair dealing with partners. If you desire to know what business you shall follow to be successful, be prepared to go and whom to avoid if you intend to start or to start a business, buy or sell properly, or in fact, take any important step, don't fall to consult W. L. Gladstone. His advice may be the means of saving 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 truthful revelations of all love affairs, settles lovers' quarrels, enables you to the esteem and affection of anyone you desire, nurtures your marriage, 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 Developed. NOTE—Those calling for past, pious and frivolous persons are only waiting 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 Europe. 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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 THE FOOD ABAMA KITCH N. Dollar Meals at all Hours 1039 Whittier St. GEO. FRANKLIN, M. Jr. R'S BAR LIQUORS AND CIGARS 3200 Pine Street MOBILE SERVICE WAYS 88 DELMAR 853 3634 Pine St. at the finest car in rental service Fur, Pursuits, Limenines and Touring Cars STAND AT HARRES' DRUG STORE Knitting Co. PICTURES OF Bry and Underwear The product sold direct from the Mill State, St. Louis Representative We will call if desired 4288 FINNEY Kinloch, Delmar 1496 vegetable :: Market KEY AVENUE IN CHICAGO You will find The Argus at 3640 State Street, at Mr. Hayes', the newsidealer. Channing Avenue Lunch Room 124 N. CHANNING Regular Meals and Short Orders served at all hours. Orders delivered, within one block, any hour, day or night. Mrs. Laura Allen, Mgr. W. M. Ranson, Prop. CENTRAL 7821-R