St. Louis Argus

BE SURE AND VOTE AT PRIMARIES FIRDAY Duty Of Every Voter To Exercise Right Of Suffrage Legal Protection Guaranteed. Revision and Primary. Same Day. VOL. V. NO. 46 BE SURE AND AT PRIMAR Duty Of Every Voter To The Legal Protection Guaranty Same Day. More Affidavits 0 In his address at the Pythian Hall, Wednesday night, John Schmoll, chair of the Republican City Committee, urged his hearers to go to the polls Friday, March 9 and cast their ballots without fear or favor, stating that the Republican City Committee was behind every note in the exercise of his lawful rights of suffrage. The new registration lists just published show that several hundred names of Colored voters have been scratched. Any voter who finds an "X" after his name, will have to appear at the polls on Primary Day and swear that he still resides at the address given. The polls will be open from 6 a. m. until 7 p. m., but voters who have been scratched cannot have their names revised before 8 a. m. Every effort is being made by Republican officials to forestall any attempt to intimidate or illegally prevent voters from casting their ballots, as was done in the November election. These officials are in possession of hundreds of affidavits, showing that there was a wholesale intimidation of Negro voters at the last election. November 7, 1916. Col. William Young, Eighth. Chief of Police. Sir:— About 6:25 o'clock this morning, Sergeant Kavanagh and Officer Hastery arrested William Jennings, Colored, age 48, married, a laborer, residing at 3125 Lacule Ave., on complaint of Charles Mills, Colored, of 3141 Lawton Ave., Democrat Challenger at the polling place of Ward 17, Precinct 11, located at 3149 Lacule Ave., where Jennings was attempting to vote. Milla states that Jennings was sentenced to serve 60 days in the City Workhouse on September 21, 1905, for petition larceny. He was brought to this station and placed in the holdover pending further investigation. Respectfully, (Signed) James Johnson, Capt. Comd'g District. Sergt. John J. Kavanagh. Pat'n. Luke Hastey. November 7, 1916. Col. William Young, Eighth. Chief of Police. About 7:05 o'clock this a. m., Officer Hastay arrested at the polling place of Ward 17, Precinct 11, located at 3149 Lacule Ave., Lawrence J. Taylor, Colored, age 31, single, a porter residing at 3110 Pine St., on complaint of Charles Mills, Colored, of 3141 Lawton Ave., challenger at above polling place, who stated that Taylor has served six months in the City Workhouse, having been convicted of grand larceny, on March 3, 1904. Taylor had not voted. He was brought to this station where he is held pending further investigation. Respectfully, (Signed) James Johnson, Capt, Com'g. District. Pat'n. Luke Hastey. State of Missouri, SS. City of St. Louis. Julius M. Weil, being duly sworn, upon his oath deposes and says, that: I reside at 3027 Laclede Avenue. That I am a registered and qualified voter in the 11th Precinct of the 17th Ward, City of St. Louis, Missouri. That on the 7th day of November, 1916, I served as a Republican Challenger in the said precinct and ward. This polling place is located at 3149 Laclede Avenue. When Lawrence J. Taylor presented himself to vote, about 6 o'clock in the morning, he was immediately challenged on the ground that he had served three years in the penitentiary. The challenging was done by Chan A. Mills, the Democratic Challenger, who had a slip of paper in his hand from which he read Taylor's name. Denial of the charge was made by Taylor. Taylor was requested to vote by the Republican officials of the polling place, if the charges preferred were not true. Mills insisted that if Taylor voted he would be arrested. Seeingly he was afraid of arrest and for that reason said he "would first investigate and come back later and vote." He left the polling place. As he went out of the door, Sergeant Kavanaugh said to the officer, "go get that fellow and lock him up for false registration." The officer ran out and arrested Taylor. In the afternoon Taylor came back and presented himself for the purpose of voting. He voted. To my mind the officers seemed very anxious to make arrests. William Jennings, of 3125 Laclede Avenue, came to the polling place about six o'clock and offered to vote and was immediately challenged by the Democratic Challenger on the ground that he had been convicted of some offense and had done time, which information he got by referring to a list in his possession. Jennings denied this and insisted upon voting. He was given a set of ballots, which he prepared and returned to the judge. His ballot was put into the box. As soon as his ballot was put into the box he was arrested. William Davis, of 3013 Laclede Avenue, came to the polling place about 7:30 in the morning and offered to vote. He was challenged by the Democratic Challenger, Chas. A. Mills, who stated that he had been convicted of some offense and was not entitled to vote. Davis denied same and insisted upon voting, saying that he "would either vote there or die there." Upon voting he was arrested. The attitude in his case of the police, was the same as in the previous cases, seemingly unusually anxious to make arrest. Davis was held in the polls for some time, I presume they were waiting for the wagon. I telephoned for the election commissioners to come out to the polls, which they did. Upon their arrival they cited the law pertaining to such cases and Davis was released. Howard Franklin, of 3002 Pine Street, presented himself at the polling place about 7:30 in the morning. He was challenged by Chas. A. Mills, the Democratic Challenger, on the ground that he had been convicted and had served time in the workhouse. He denied same. He was given a set of ballots and returned them to the judge. Mills said then, "do not put that ballot into the box." Mills kept insisting that Franklin was not a qualified voter. The Republican judge put the ballot in the box. Mills ordered Franklin's arrest. He was held in the company of Davis and they waited for the patrol wagon. After the arrival of the election commissioners, when the law was cited, Franklin was released. (Signed) Julius M. Weil. Subseribed and sworn to before me this 16th day of November, 1916. Homer G. Phillips, Notary Public. My commission expires March 2, 1917. (Continued on page 4.) MASS MEETING Y.W.C.A. MAR.11 A great mass meeting will open publicity week at Wheatley Branch Y. W. C. A., Sunday, March 11, at 3 p. m. Strong addresses will be delivered by Mrs. Solden P. Spencer, Rev. J. W. Martin, Mrs. J. J. Fisher and Miss Mary E. Colt. Special soloist. Everybody welcome. CITIZENS RELIEF ASSOCIATION The Citizens' Relief Association has launched a vigorous campaign to secure subscriptions for the benefit of the St. Louis Colored Orphans' Home. Several churches have responded by lifting a special offering and a large number of persons have promised to regularly contribute to the support of the home. A small contribution by many persons will hurt no one, yet it will be a great blessing to the unfortunate little ones. Rev. E. J. Dodson, Pres., E. K. Boyd, Vice-Pres., and chairman of the campaign committee; C. E. Graves, See'y, J. E. MeWorter, Treasurer. Y. M. C. A. There will be a reunion of all the Y. M. C. A., team workers at Douglas Hall, Tuesday evening, March 6th at 8:00 p. m. Each team will have its table just as it did during the campaign. A flash light picture will be taken of the workers after lunch. Every worker is urged to be present. THE CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH Dr. Stevens, who has been shut in with the grip for several days, expects to man his pulpit on next Sunday. The Bible study will be resumed in earnest on next Wednesday night. On this approaching Sunday the great Spring rally will be started at Central. On last Sunday, all day, the Rev. Zac. Harris filled Central's pulpit in the pastor's place, most creditably. ST. LOUIS, MO., FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 1847. ROSENWALD SAVES NEGRO COMPANY Mound Bayou, Miss., Feb. 27, 1917. (Special to the Argus) Dear Sir: As a director of the Mound Bayou Oil Mill and Manufacturing Company, we are glad to report to you that through the great generosity and the kindness of heart of Mr. Julius Rosenwald, of Messrs. Sears, Roebuck & Company, Chicago, Ill., our mill here has been saved to the Negro people, and all of its floating debts have been settled, and it owes nothing now except for the bonds which he holds. It is completely in our charge and management, and up to us to operate. Too much credit cannot be given to Mr. Emmett J. Scott, secretary of the National Negro Business League, and Dr. R. R. Moton, president of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, both of whom were largely instrumental in securing Mr. Rosenwald's support. We are calling a meeting of the Board of Directors at the company's office, Thursday, March 15, for the purpose of devising ways and means for the operation of the plant the coming season. It is hoped that every member of the Board will be present, as we are now on solid footing, and much business of importance is to be transacted. Isaiah T. Montgomery, President, Chas. Banks, Manager. After having spent several weeks at Kansas City and Kansas, Mrs. E. Slaughter Gamble has returned home and reports a very successful trip. Her principal business was at Kansas City, where she was present to assist Mrs. Malissa Salad Warren in opening a beauty parlor, at 1608 E. 18th St. It is said that Mrs. Warren owns the most beautiful and up-to-date hair-dressing parlor in Kansas City. She made her start, and is using the Slaughter System of Hair and Beauty Culture. In speaking of Mrs. Warren, Mrs. Gamble said: "She is one of the best agents we have; she has won signal success by the use of our preparations." MRS. E. SLAUGHTER GAMBLE During her brief stay Mrs. Gamble visited several cities in Kansas including Topeka, where she spent several days as guest of Mrs. Mathew Green and Mrs. J. A. Wilson, who are agents of the Slaughter System. Notwithstanding the fact that her trip was a purely business one, her many friends and admirers arranged and carried out many social functions in honor of Mrs. Gamble. She stated that she was well pleased with her work at Kansas City and only had words of praise for the hospitality shown her by those with whom she came in contact. A grand concert was given by Mrs. Martha Roberson, February 20, at the Hod Carriers Hall, Lambdin and Kennery, for the benefit of Bethel Baptist Church, B. W. Roberson, pastor. Those who were not there missed a great treat by not seeing little Geneva Bland in tableaux, "Rock of Ages" surrounded by beautiful angels. The Three Graces: Faith, Hope and Charity, were so beautifully represented by Miss Verline Fort, Miss Georgia Shepherd, and Miss Bessie Bland. Miss Adline Williams sang a song, which represented a son to Mrs. Roberson in "Mother o' Mine," with the greatest skill. Miss Alberta Busby made a great hit in "Want of a Servant." Little Louise Hadley sang beautifully, "If I only had a home, sweet home." Miss Victoria Cady gave a pathetic reading, which was very touching. Mr. Albert Goodwin and Mr. Will Walker were the comedians and kept up a roar of laughter. A lovely quilt was given away as a prize and won by Mrs. Martha Roberson. Receipts at the door were $30. We thank all for their great help. WATCH YOUR STEP! When at New York City visit the Woman's Exchange and Beauty Parlor, 135 W. 123d St. Mine. R. B. Fields Voting, Prop. "Phones M-199. The most spectacular event of the season will be given at Union Memorial Church, Friday evening, March 9, under the auspices of Team No. 10, of which Mr. John Bracy is the captain. This team is one of the many teams working to clear the church of all in- debtedness. Mr. Bracy is offering a beautiful wrist-watch to the one selling the highest amount of tickets over twenty dollars ($20.00). The affair will be under the personal direction of Mrs. Grace Key Carlton, who is well known for her excellent work and success in handling such affairs, and you may look forward to being well entertained. The play, was written by Mrs. Carlton, the name of which is, "Cause and Effect." The playlet deals with the nations engaged in the present war, with music especially arranged for the play. Admission, 10 cents. NEGRO FARMERS AT LANE COLLEGE Jackson, Tenn., Feb. 24, 1917.—The fourteenth session of the Lane College Farmers Conference was held here Thursday and Friday. The attendance was larger than ever before. Farmers, teachers, doctors, ministers and others came from almost every county in West Tennessee. Reports showed that great progress is being made. Popular addresses were made by Mr. S. M. Roberts, of the Experiment Station; Dr. R. H. Boyd, of Nashville, and Mrs. McDonald, of Nashville, Dr. S. A. O'Neal, of Kentucky, Bishop N. C. Cleaves and Dr. W. T. Vernon, of Memphis. The following is a part of the declaration of principles the conference sends out to the country: "We deeply deplore the fact that so many of our people, in recent months, have become nomadic in spirit, are leaving the Southland, moving to the congested districts of the North, and settling in environments to them entirely unknown. To those of the other race who would like to know the cause and help us to check this efflux, we respectfully suggest the following as the most probable causes: Mobrocracy, injustices at the judicial bar; educational facilities, and the lack of certain economic, civic and political rights that are inalienable to a free people. It is not The Million Dollar Mystery or The Shielding Shadow, but better than either of these. It is the famous "Poro" movies that are to be shown at Lane Tabernacle, 3966 Fairfax Ave. Monday evening, March 5, at 8:30 prompt. Then, at Antioch Baptist Church, Brooklyn, Ill., Tuesday eeying, March 6, and again at St. James A. M. E. Church, corner St. Ferdinand and Pendleton Avies, for the benefit of Clubs No. 7 and 8, Friday evening, March 30. It makes no difference if you have seen these movies once, come and see them again; you really will not know them now, for the Film Editor of "Poro." College has wasted no time in adding reel after reel to what the college first had, thus enabling him to give you a much better entertainment than before. You will really miss a wonderful treat if you fail to come and see these pictures. Admission each showing, ten cents. The Ways and Means Committee of the Supreme Lodge Entertainment Committee, reported progress at the regular meeting at Pythian Temple last Wednesday night. Capt. J. A. Shackelford, chairman, stated that his committee was busy and that by the next meeting, a good report might be expected. This report coming from the chairman was enthusiastically received by the committee of the whole. General Chairman W. W. Buckner stated that Captain Shackelford and Col. Chas. A. Mills were "live wires" and he felt that they were the right men for the right place. A great responsibility rests upon the Ways and Means Committee and the eyes of the public are upon the two "live wires." Capt. J. A. Shackelford, Chairman. Col. Chas. A. Mills, See'y. CARD OF THANKS To all St. Louis, patients and friends: I am very much gratified to say to you that through your many faithful prayers, my individual prayers, will power and faith in the Almighty God, I am again on my feet and at my post of duty. For these many prayers, which you sent up for me, for the blessings which you invoked so earnestly upon me for my recovery, for the many tokens of friendship and interest manifested by many flowers, an abundance of fruits, etc., and financial help (from patients) words are indeed inadequate to express our heart-felt thanks to one and all. Again, we wish to say, that for the many kindnesses, consoling words and sympathizing expressions, which seemed to have emanated from souls of much magnanimity and sincerity of Christians' hearts shown my dear and beloved wife during such an ordeal, when at first death seemed almost inevitable and during my subsequent long period of confinement and disability, our hearts were made to rejoice, to feel that our social relations, our business contact, fraternal, Christian and professional dealings with the good people of this city irrespective of creed, color, classes or political opinions, have been of such a character so as to have the sympathies and good will of such a large throng of Christian believers and for these expressions, we again thank you. To the fraternal orders, Odd-Fellows, Masons, Elks, Pythian and U. B. F.'s, with which I am personally identified, I am doubly grateful to you for the brotherly attention you gave me throughout my entire confinement. You were frequently at my bedside ever-ready to lend a helping hand. My faith in your real-worth to the sick has been increased a double fold and we can only admonish every good meaning, man to become identified with some one of these good orders. As above stated I am again at my post of duty, not completely well, but now able to resume duties. I hope to continue to have your same hearty support which you have given me for the past four years and if I am trusted with that self-same confidence as an humble physician, I shall spare no pains to fully equip myself to your general satisfaction in that self same humble manner with which you were formerly served. Respectfully, Dr. J. T. Breedlove. LENTEN PREACHERS AT ALL SAINTS CHURCH NEVER WERE As usual during Lent the week day services at All Saints Church are attracting many who are not communicants in the church. Wednesday night, March 7, at 8 o'clock, Rev. Henry W. Minner, in charge of St. Stephens House, at 6th and Rutger Streets, will preach at 8 o'clock. On Friday night, March 9, Rev. Geo. P. Taylor, of Grace Church, Holy Cross House, in north St. Louis, will be the speaker. Each of these preachers will have an interesting-message on account of the character of the work they are engaged in. All are cordially invited to attend. Rev. N. L. Smith, pastor, will preach at both services Sunday. A cordial welcome is extended to all strangers, visitors. All members are urged to be present. The plans for the spring rally have been outlined and are now ready to be put into operation. Every member will be expected to do their full duty. On Monday evening, March 5, Prof. and Mrs. A. E. Malone, of Poro College, have kindly consented to put on exhibition "The Poro Movies." They have traveled extensively and are better prepared to give the public a high class entertainment than ever before. Members and friends are asked to attend. MES. GRACE KEY CARLTON FORO MOVIES Any one knowing the whereabouts of lettie Holmes should notify Capt. Johnson of the Lacelde Station, or Argus Flee. Her daughter, Luman Brown at erre Haute, Ind., wants her. PRICE 5 CENTS BIG RALLY OF REPUBLICANS PYHIAN HALL WED. MAR. 7 Under Auspices of the Precinct Organization of the Missouri Republican League. Club. Mayor Kiel, Dr. Chas. H. Phillips and Other Prominent Speakers Will be Heard. Big Parade Before Meeting. There will be a monster Republican rally given by the Negro Republican voters of St. Louis, Wednesday evening, March 7, at Pythian Hall, 3137 Pine St., under auspices of the Precinct Organization of Missouri Negro Republican League Club. The grand parade will form at 2329 Chestnut St. at 8 p. m. and all of the Colored Republican Clubs with four bands. The principal speakers will be Hon. Henry W. Kiel, Rev. B. G. Shaw, Dr. J. M. Benson, Rev. S. A. Moseley, Dr. C. H. Phillips, Hon. Chas. Dause, Rev. P. W. Donavant and Hon. John Schmall. Benj. Barrow will introduce the permanent chairman, Hon. C. K. Robinson, who will preside. J. C. Covington, secretary. Music by Acme Quartet, who will render catchy campaign songs, G. Young, H. Campbell, S. Bradford, Ed. Jackson. Dr. C. H. Phillips, president; Missouri Negro Republican League Club; Cline E. Smith, Secretary, I. H. Bradbury, chairman preinct organization, Jeff Covington, secretary, W. H. Robinson, chairman organization committee, Ira Dorsey, chairman of publicity committee, W. B. Cathrell, chairman of speakers' committee. Ladies are especially invited. ELECTION RETURNS AT THE ALABAMA KITCHEN You can go to the Alabama Kitchen, 1039 N. Whittier, next Friday night and get the election returns. Arrangements have been made to receive the count as it is being tabulated. The Ministerial Brotherhood A Social Service Movement to Help the Negro New-comers From the South. Mass Meeting at Central Baptist Church Monday Night, March 5. There will be a great mass meeting on Monday night at eight o'clock at the Central Baptist Church to complete plans to direct the great exodus of Negroes which may be expected to pour into St. Louis this spring and which has already set in. All the pastors and laymen without regard to denomination are urged to be present. The new-comers already here are urged and cordially invited to be present. The Railroad Committee, the Employment Committee, the Publicity Committee and the Committee on, Housing the Strangers are to be filled out on Monday night. SUPREME COURT RULES AGAINST TURPIN IN CONSTABLE CASE Jefferson City, Mo., February 26. The Supreme Court today dismissed the contest of Charles H. Turpin against Anthony W. Powers, of St. Louis for the office of constable in the Fourth District. Turpin was a Republican candidate and Powers a Democratic candidate at the November election, 1914. Powers was elected on the face of the returns by fifty-four votes and took office. Upon a recount he was declared elected by six votes. In the contest Judge Rassieur held Turpin had a plurality of twenty-seven. Powers appealed and the Supreme Court held Powers was elected by eleven votes. The court disregarded thirty-eight ballots cast for Turpin upon the ground the voters had written their names at the bottom. Judge Graves wrote the controlling opinion. Mr. Turpin announces that he will file a motion for a rehearing at once. If this fails, others steps will be taken. POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT A general mass meeting of 'Negro Republican voters will be held at the Douglass Hall, Beaumont and Lawton, Sunday, March 4, 3 p. m. Prominent speakers will discuss local political conditions. All candidates invited. W. M. Moore will preside. SUT OF TOWN NEWS. 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Wk c % . ae : : rs = " 4 es : By George Samuels, Jr. 2 ‘a ‘party waa given at the “Baptist Church, notay night, 20. ‘The older podple wore ‘as children and all/enjoyed’s evening.....A minstrel: show ‘at Crows Hall on Washing- day, February 22, by’ Camp- ypel Chureh.: A large number t' and enjoyed the exercises; for selling the most number ets were won by Misses Maggie and Minnio Mays,......The Baptist Church Sunday School ‘a patriotic meeting Sunday ‘morn- February 25, directed by the su: tenident,, ‘Mra. Dore Laury. A ¥ program was rendered, after the ‘pastor, Rev. G. ©. Maaon od an excellent sermon on patriot- Excellent music was furnished by ‘5 quartet and others. Mr "Talboot presided. .... «Quarterly ‘was held at Allen Chsipel’ San- february 25. | Presiding Eldey ‘éf Springfield, and wife, were BT. OLATB, Mo. > By Pashiolee V. Murray Masonic Lodge hada memorial Sunday...-Mrs. Chas, Murray returned home after a pleasant visit ‘Mra. Lyles and daughters, of Web- Groves. ..:Mudames 8, E. Bell: end ‘urray, Miss Cora Lyles were the guests of Mrs, P: Brooks, of Kinloch Park last Saturday... .Mrs. Rosie Gen- ‘erally was the guest of Mra. Lucy Jack- ‘gon Tuosday. ST. MARYS, MO. ; By BG. B. ‘ ‘There were quite @ number of social events in our little city the past woek. ..+.Messra. John and Henry Burgette, of St, Louis, were recent visitors. ... ‘Mrs, Edward Coffman was painfully in- jured last week but is improving. .:. +Mr. Antwine Burgotte is Very ill at present...Mr. John Mitger, of Ohestor, visited here Sunday. ...Do you wish tc know the events of your race without the sensation? Then become = reader of the Argus. It is the subscriber's ‘best companion and the, advertiser’ mediom. | COFFMAN, MO. - By Miss 0. Valle After closing: very Successful term, of school, Miss Corrinne Wilkins has returned to her home in Farmington... Miss Edadna Lewis, of St. Genevieve, is the guest of Miss Mildred Chappelle... Miss Augustine Swink attended church ‘at River Auxvasse, Suaday.....Mrs. ‘Matilda Chappelle returned home Tues- ay from Farmington, where she had been attending her sister, Mrs. E_Douth- HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE JOHN® , The Waslagion Bay program and box supper at Glade. was quite ‘@ success,...Mrs. Virgie Black, of St. Louis, visited homa folks here last wook....Mr. Peter Swink, of Farming- ton, spent the week hero visiting rela- tives and friends” RoRARE, TEN. | ~" py s. E Jones | ‘Dr..W. A. Lewis spent Sunday in Columbia as the guost of his mother, Mrs. Poeler....Mrs. Frank Taylor died Friday, February 23, at the age of 70 years. Ske had been a member of tho ‘A. M. E, Church for 44 years from which the funesal Anrrione wore hald, Rev. J. D. Sinclair and Dr, T. W. Stephens, ‘officiating, ...:..Rev. Jerry Ballentine preached at tho A. M. E. Chureh Sunday night... .Miss ‘Myrtle Anderson, of Nashville, is visiting friends here and in Aspen Hill. ...Rev. Sandy Thomas ‘preached at Mt. Zion Baptist Chureh Sunday... “Mr. Edward Serggs is out of town on business. ... Dr. J, L. Leach and Mr, Henry King hhave-bought out Mr, L. D. Young’s in- torost.in the undertaking business... : Prof. Watson gave a motion picture ai several of the churches-last week.... ‘Master Floyd Martin, cut off his thumb while splitting wood ‘last week, CLARKSVILLE, TENN. By Robt. J. Ramey Mr, Robt. Bowling, one of the, old- est and highest ‘respected members of Herbron Lodge 1711 G. U. 0. O. F., died Wednesday, February 21. The funeral was held from the Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Rev. J. 8. Swift, pastor, officiat. ing.. Mr Bowling was a member of said church for 34 years. ...Miss Col- linda Hester, of the A. and I. State Normal, Nashville, Tenn:, is spending the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W..Hester....Mr. Jul. 1 Bowling, of Indianapolis, Ind, was calied to Clarksville on account of the death of his- grandfather, Mr. Robt Bowling. ...Bishop B. F, Lee, D. D., of Wilberforce, O., filled the pulpit at St Peters A. M. E. Church Sunday. W: are always glad to have the bishop wit! us...:Mr. Roberts, a prosperous mer chant, has-been a littlo ill but is con valescent....Mrs. J. E, Orisp and son J. EB, Jr. returned to their home ir Gary, Ind, ‘after sponding sovera weeks with friends hero.....Mrs, Susi Pettus has been conflmed to her bed fo several days. ,.Misses Erma and Cosm ‘Meriwether mado a flying trip to Elk ton, Ky., and greatly enjoyed the socia affairs while there. ..Mrs.-Mary Dixoz Rife of Hon. Nace: Dizon, is. reporte PESTUS, MO. Mrs. Samuel Ross is still confined to her bed....Little Lottie Jackson, who was shot accidentally by her little five year old brother, is improving....The Methodist Church is) now engaged in a revival. Rey. Poston was called to assist the white ministers of our city who sre eugaged in a revival service. March'S, Rév. Reynolds, of Farming: ton, will appear on the battlefield. Festus is expected to bé benefited by his presence. ...Last Sunday afternoon, the Masonic Order held memorial serv: ives of the late M. O, Rickets. The eulogy of his life was given by Prof. B. F, Adams, a brief sketch of his life by Mr. A. N. Charleston, followed by other. sclections....Mra. E. Matthews ‘ig again suffering with a severe misery in her hoad....Miss Essio Jackson met with a painfal agcident by dislocating her knee, ‘WEBSTER GROVES, MO. Sunday, March 4, at 3 p. m., Black- well Chapel A. M. E. Zion Church, will have their, Sacrament Services...... Bishop L. W. Kyles preached a splen- did sermon February: 22, tho collection was $7.00....A large audionco was spir- itually fed_by a- wonderful sermon de- livered by Rev, BF. Abbott, of Bt. Louis, at the M. E, Church, Feb. 25, at 3 p. m.. Rev, Burnette, of Kirkwood, Rev. Clark, of, Wellston, Rev. Person, of Webster; Rev. C, F. Collins, of, Web- ater and Rev. J. H, Payne, of Howard Place Were present. Collection for the day was $25.50. Rev. Brooks reports good work in raising benevolence. ... Rev, and Mri, Grant’ Morrison enter tained with ax elaborate 6 0’clock din ‘ner on February. 22, Bishop L. W. Kyles Rey. 8. D, Davis, Prof. J, W. Martin ‘of St. Louis, and Rev. 0, F. Collins, of Wobster....Mr. and Mrs. Albert Os born entertained with an claborate din: ner last Sunday, Rev. and Mrs. J. E, Buckner and Rev. Denny, the African minister, who delivered a wonderful sermon at) First Baptist Church’ las Sunday...-Mrs. Emma Brown, of W Shady Ave., had as her guest Friday Feb, 23, toa dainty luncheon, Mrs Lillie Molton, of St. Louis. ...Ther was a joyful evening spest Thursday February 23, at the. residence of Mr and: Mra. Stone, during-a re-union o their children and grandchildren... ‘The home of Mr. W. F. Frierson wa: completely destroyed by fire Feb. 27 -.. Mrs, Wm, Bowers is in Barne Hospital for medical treatment. ...Mr Ben Parks and Mr. Jesse Gleason ar convalescent after a brief illness... Mr. Willis Harris accidentally eut on of his hands Inst Sunday on a piece 0 glass....Mr. Wm, Bowen is improving having met with an accident last weel while riding in an automobile. ...Sub scribe for the Argus and tell you friends of one of the hest papers of ou race. Help to make it so. PROGRESSIVE HAIR GROWEE. Special inducements to new customers in hair dressing wud weaving. A trial is all Task. Mra Jas. N. Beasley, 1100 N. Cornell avenue, Webster Groves. POPLAR, BLUFF, MO. By Mrs. ©. P. Jackson Prof. J. Sylvester has returned home By. Mra. Leola Laird ‘'& business. trip. in Houston, Tex., nd Foneaboro, Ark... .Rey. A, R, Sten- son ix quite ill at home on Alico'St.... Mi. Walter Johnson, after “several weeks’ conflnement with small-pox, is able to be out. again....Rey, J: HL. Meg presched at.Pleasant Hill- Bap- tist Church Sunday ‘inorning and Rev. W, T. Easley at night....The union re- vival closed at tho A.M. E. Church Sunday evening and began at Contral Baptist Church Sunday night and will 80 continue until every church in city in reached, ...Rey, T. Parrish left Mon- day on a business trip in E: St, Louis. seshe Proachers’ Conference _ met with Rev. Parish, of 914 Benton: St... Hs. Stewardess Board of the A. M. E. Chareli, was highly entertained. Inst Tuesday night by Mrs. 8, E, Townsend, at her homo om Alice 8t., a two-course ‘menu was served by tho hostdss..... Ladies’ Community Club met at the residence of Mrs, J.J. Redmond Mon: day, with 10 members presqat. Mes dames A. E. Alexander nod. Paria wore guests of the club. The clut donated during the year of 1016, $23.03 for charity, leaving a: remainder o $8280. The next meeting will b Mareh 12, at the home of Mrs. W. R Wyatt. There will be clection of -of figers and lunch will be served for tor ‘cents. Mrs, M. B. Wyatt, President. CAPE GIRAEDEAU, MO. By Miss H. N. Jones eS ce Me eal See eit at ey A Literary Society was organized at Lineoln School Inst Monday, among the seyenth and eighth grade pupils......| Mra, E. A: Parks Drasdale spent the week end visting her husband, and at. Allenville Saturday. ..Mrs, Susie Hicks has returned to her former homé in Jackson.....Mr. anf. Mra, Lafayette Hamn’s six-year-old daughter, Crysta- lee, died at their home after a five weeks’ illness....Sunday Rev. Brew- ster was pleased to welcome the Sunday school scholars as they gathered at Pleasant Green Baptist Church; the president of the district Sunday school convention, Dr. W. H. Lowrie, was pres- ent and took part in the service..... Rev. M. 8. Smith, Mr. Henry Isom, Prof. and Mrs. 0. 0, Nance and K. D. Townsend attended the quarterly mect= ing services at Jnckson, Sunday..... Mrs Addie Baker, of St. Louis, is visit: ing her brother, Mr. John Rice, EDWARDSVILLE ILL. By E. E, Williams Miss Hazel Asbrooks, of St. Louis, is the guest of Miss Mildred Robinson. s.+.Mra, Wm. Brown is on the sick list. (Continued on page:6.) Vital Importance To The Ladies If you wouhd Hike to have more lsetsous, fewing, beautifel, lene. swetght heir; wae ene jer of Zymol Mair Grower and Steaightenes. Prive, 90 cents, sent prepaid everywhere. Re- Inble agents wanted Zynel Toilet Products Go. 6 South Ewing Ave, Be. Lewis, Mo. ex » A SCIENTIFIC » HAIR GROWER ‘ See ear sceta ee ey \ TEN YEARS ON THE MARKET ‘, AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Mrs. Victoria Clay-Haley PRICESOCTS. 209, Jefferson Ave. St. Louts, Mo. BROWNIE DRUG Co. CMAS. G. WATSON, Prop. ‘The Big Cut Rate DRUGGIST. - Everybody Welcome | New Lecated at COMPTON and LACLEDE AVE. { WY a ae i a) iif y ‘ N ys iy ate) | RS \ S Say iG er CS / Boom Ee ALAA ; aS , ke a We. l yas \ : [rouse AMO CLEAN UP Tats] ) on } (rl | EP , & ace ayy sy, wb | [ete ye Lest | nes WZ iS \ GN ee Nm ny yee" AN \ ie Py ee > iy 3~s 4, ees ee. —aacont AY Oe SOUTH KINLOCH PARK I8 BOOM- ma * White people who have bought more than one thousand lots in old Kinloch Park have becn paying the same prices on’the same terms as the Colored peo- ply who have bought in Bouth Kinloch Park, If there is any difference, the Colored people have been: getting the best of it, because South Kinloch Park is nearer the city and has better street car service, : ‘The good Colored: people of South Kinloch Park have built themselves a little city of which they have a right to be proud. ~ c ‘More thas a hundred homes, three eburehes, and a splendid public school have been built in the last few years. And now we have something new that is going to mean a bigger and bet- ter South Kinloch ins ‘ ‘We have been able to induce.a num- ber of white people of good standing to come in with us and co-operate with us—to help with their money, their in- fiuence and their good will to make South Kinloch Park a bigger and bet- ter place for the self-respecting. Negro to live and make his home, = * ‘We havo given these people a big share of our profits in order to get their help, because wo believe it is for the benefit of everybody concerned. ‘Wo have always been ready to give land to the churches at a nominal price —beenuse wé belioved they ‘would hel; South Kinloch Park. ‘We have always been rendy to giv fand to schools and public institution | at a nominal oe wo believe: they would Bouth Kinloch Park ‘And now we are giving land to-« cer tain number of white people of goo: standing at a nominal price. becaus we believe their money, their influenc and their good-will are going to hel; South Kinloch Park. \ It you have any friends who hav been thinking of buying, urge them % Baga %\ mene wth jo. 20. Welcome come out now, because there are bigger ‘and better things in store for South Kinloch Park. OLIVE STREET TERRACE REALTY COMPANY. ‘ FREE EVENING SOHOOL © ‘The sooking and sewing classes of the Baaneker Evening School, Lacas -and Ewing Aves. offer splendid opportual thes to women and.young girls wishing instructions in those branches. The sehool is open every Monday, Wednee day aad Friday trom 7 to.9 pom Everything is frea ‘SUIT FRE | We: one of these outs ia wes et nig veer towns, at fe es = ae $2,800.00 a Yoar and Two Sults For Yourself | Hare's Rent ee pete ase e Ts SU $20 18 $40 PER WEEK Being made selling now Mistery of ao SSS ior'terms and tree oetie. een Seal Se F Street, Weshing- toa, DB. FoR YOUTH AND BEAUTY | Mer-Tene Yount Brewn Siu | Powder and Vanishing Cream Price We. Made only by Evelyn Morten | Mfg. Oo, 4188 W. Balle , Place, | towis, Me. Liberal terme to agents. q Te OY J. R. MITCHELL.....Managing Editor HERBERT T. MEADOWS.....City Editor and Advertising Manager WILLIAM HAROLD KING.....Associate Address all Communication to ARGUS PUBLISHING CO. 2341 MARKET ST. ST. LOUIS, MO. Phone, Bomont 1452 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year.....$1.50 Six Months.....1.00 Three Months.....5.00 Single copy.....0.05 Advertising Rates Furnished on Request Enforced as second-class matter April 5, 1912 at the Post Office at Saint Louis, Missouri, under the act of March 4, 1912. MEMBER NATIONAL BORO PROG ASSOCIATION DOES THE AMERICAN NEGRO STAND APPROACHING CRISIS? How many American white men and women who note the disgraceful manner in which Negroes have been treated, are somewhat alarmed and doubt, as to whether Negroes will remain, ease of war with any foreign nation; these feel that in view of the many wrongs that the American Negro since his emancipation of the opportunity in some manner to get rid of this mental unrest and at the same time indulge in this thought, that the American Negro old malice like the American white man, into the past, that the future may be clearly early sixties, after more than two hundred in ignorance, bought and sold like so many that many fought nobly to help preserve our now enjoying, while many others revered their plantation like a true and faithful dwelling and daughters while the masters beg to keep them in slavery. IF THERE WERE FOR THE NEGRO TO SEEK REVENGE WHEN. The news of the proclamation freeing all of America, and slaves were told that they are where they cared to go. Negroes did not for more than two centuries had driven slave lash, and treated them as though their bodies were but things to be abused,ange, the Negro, like a child who for the first kicks alone, toddled out into a great big head,enniless, some hatless, some coatless and their feet; some wandered away from a delirium of aimless joy, and like ailenly been liberated, they knew not wither, that they were free. Others, dazed and aided that they were no longer slaves, and to undergo the torture of the overseers who made condition and frightened at the door to a cold and unfeeling world, unknown, begged to be allowed to remain with them these held no bitterness in their hearts and ears ann those who had misused them. America's wars, during slavery and after Negro race have shown their loyalty to the slave tone; for when ANY man, be he white, enough to give his life's blood, for his country, time that he is not treated as other men, or his loyalty? Negro was loyal to this country when his clan in the block to the highest bidder, when his for gold and when his daughters would be almost before his eyes, why should he be disgusted into the world, with the unsympathizing and the hot-headed, revengeful [southerner] take his way the best he might and later, despite the many obstacles strewn in his ring the right way toward fullfledged citizens that ordinary obstacles were being turned in the despised Negro, the unsympathizing [no without a dissenting voice saw the hot-heatier resort to mob law, burnings and nightriest protested these drastic measures, the impatient to make laws that would strip the Negro, infamous jim crow laws, freak and unwisef of his right to vote; not to speak of the and county ordinances all aimed at a people. REMAIN LOYAL TO AMERICA IN CASE! Understanding all of these humiliations, the Allied upon to uphold the integrity of America, he will remain as he always has been, being for revenge, for God said "VENGEANCE" American Negro STILL believes in God. He is American white man has for ages blinded and led him to hope for that dispensable but a myth,—GOD HAS EVER BEEN A LEYER PROMISE. New York office, Frost & Frost, 32, East 28th Street; Chicago office, Frost & Frost, Boyce Building Atlanta office, Frost & Frost, Chandler Building; Nashville - ce, Frost & Frost, Independent Life Building. HOW DOES THE AMERICAN NEGRO STAND IN THE APPROACHING CRISIS? A great many American white men and women who have taken the pains to note the disgraceful manner in which Negro subjects of this country have been treated, are somewhat alarmed and in agreat measure, in doubt, as to whether Negroes will remain loyal to the country in case of war with any foreign nation; these white men and women feel that in view of the many wrongs that have been heaped upon the American Negro since his emancipation, he will avail himself of the opportunity in some manner to get revenge. To alleviate its mental unrest and at the same time to prove to those who indulge in this thought, that the American Negro does NOT hold malice like the American white man, it behooves us to delve into the past, that the future may be clearly understood. In the early sixties, after more than two hundred years a slave, steeped in ignorance, bought and sold like so many cattle, history tells us that many fought nobly to help preserve the Union which we all are now enjoying, while many others remained upon their master's plantation like a true and faithful dog, guarded the master's wives and daughters while the masters were at the front fighting to keep them in slavery. IF THERE WAS EVER A TIME FOR THE NEGRO TO SEEK REVENGE, IT WAS SURELY THEN. When the news of the proclamation freeing all slaves went flashing over America, and slaves were told that they were free and could go where they cared to go. Negroes did not turn upon the men who for more than two centuries had driven them at the end of the slave lash, and treated them as though they were inhuman and their bodies were but things to be abused; instead of seeking revenge, the Negro, like a child who for the first time successfully walks alone, toddled out into a great big heartless world, untutored, penniless, some hatless, some coatless and some without shoes on their feet; some wandered away from their former slave homes in a delirium of aimless joy, and like a captive bird that has suddenly been liberated, they knew not wither they went; but only knew that they were free. Others, dazed and stupefied by the knowledge that they were no longer slaves, and would no longer have to undergo the torture of the overseers whip, knowing their destitute condition and frightened at the thought of going out into a cold and unfeeling world, unknown, unwelcome and uneducated, begged to be allowed to remain with their former masters. Even these held no bitterness in their hearts toward their former owners-ann those who had misused them. In all of America's wars, during slavery and after slavery the men of the Negro race have shown their loyalty to the country in no uncertain tone; for when ANY man, be he white or black is patriotic enough to give his life's blood for his country, knowing at the same time that he is not treated as other men, can any sane person doubt his loyalty? If the Negro was loyal to this country when his children were being sold on the block to the highest bidder, when his life would be bartered for gold and when his daughters would be prostituted and raped almost before his eyes, why should he be disloyal NOW? Shoved out into the world, with the unsympathizing northerner on one side and the hot-headed, revengeful [southerner on the other; left to make his way the best he might and later, when it was found that despite the many obstacles strewn in his pathway, he was treading the right way toward fullfledged citizenship, when it was seen that ordinary obstacles were being turned into stepping stones by the despised Negro, the unsympathizing [northerner sat idly by and without a dissenting voice saw the hot-headed revengeful southerner resort to mob law, burnings and nightriding. Seeing that no one protested these drastic measures, the impulsive southerner began to make laws that would strip the Negro of his manhood rights; infamous jim crow laws, freak and unwise laws to rob the Negro of his right to vote; not to speak of the thousands of petty city and county ordinances all aimed at a people who are expected to REMAIN LOYAL TO AMERICA IN CASE OF WAR. Notwithstanding all of these humiliations, the America Negro can be counted upon to uphold the integrity of America in case of trouble; YES, he will remain as he always has been, LOYAL. He is not looking for revenge, for God said "VENGEANCE IS MINE" and the American Negro STILL believes in God. He realizes that even if the American white man has for ages blinded him with false promises and led him to hope for that dispensation of justice which seems but a myth,—GOD HAS EVER BEEN TRUE AND KEPT EVERY PROMISE. THE COMING PRIMARY. A voter should avail himself of the opportunity being primary on March 9th. To neglect by one vote is a crime, not only to one self, but to the ones and his friends. Allot is a powerful weapon and a mighty used, therefore, every man should anxiously try to cast his vote, without fear or favor, seek his suffrage. In the coming prime the race for the Board of Aldermen and Every voter should avail himself of the opportunity to vote at the coming primary on March 9th. To neglect by carelessness or indifference is a crime, not only to one self, but to the community, his loved ones and his friends. The ballot is a powerful weapon and a mighty defense when properly used, therefore, every man should anxiously await his opportunity to cast his vote, without fear or favor, for the best men who seek his suffrage. In the coming primary, there are many in the race for the Board of Aldermen and other offices. THE SIR LOUIS ARON Each is claiming your suffrage on Negro will be most interested in those on the question of Equal rights to information should be sought diligently not receive your support. THE BRAVE WHITE MEN Last Thursday morning as the between Germany, Mexico and Japan of the bravest white men in the About five hundred of them banded poor defenseless colored woman, seize body hanging to a tree. Their victim old of Hammond, La. Her offense Call on the same crowd of brave men will find themselves helpless because tied hand and foot, and they will not Such Is Their Bravery. KIEL INDORA MAYOR BY COLORE Each is claiming your suffrage on his record, and of course, the Negro will be most interested in those men whose hearts are right on the question of Equal rights to all men before the law. This information should be sought diligently, that the undeserving may not receive your support. THE BRAVE WHITE MEN OF THE SOUTH. Last Thursday morning as the news spread of a conspiracy between Germany, Mexico and Japan against the United States, a few of the bravest white men in the south went on the war path. About five hundred of them banded together and marched upon a poor defenseless colored woman, seized and lynched her, leaving her body hanging to a tree. Their victim was Emma Hooper, 45 years old of Hammond, La. Her offense was that she beat a colored boy. Call on the same crowd of brave men to defend the flag and they will find themselves helpless because they will not find the enemy tied hand and foot, and they will not have the advantage of 500 to 1. Such Is Their Bravery. KIEL INDORSED FOR MAYOR BY LEADING COLORED CITIZENS Men Of Prominence Sight Many Good Things Accomplished During The Present Administration. Business Ability, Honesty And Fairness Should Commend Him To Our People. True Justice Demands Another Term As City's Head. Mayor Kiel's administration has been one of splendid achievements. St. Louis, is not only holding its place as the fourth city of the United States, but will soon be a contender for third place among the great municipalities of the nation. Under Mayor Kiel's administration a consistent fight has been made for new industries, and a greater St. Louis. As St. Louis grows industrially and commercially our people will be the beneficiaries along with all the other people of this community in sharing the benefits of a well-conducted business administration. Under Mayor Kiel's administration the Free Bridge has been completed, and transportation over the river made free. Under Kiel's administration the water rates have been reduced, there by saving the people thousands of dollars. Mayor Kiel's administration has abolished the dangerous grade crossings, which have stood as death traps for many years. Under Mayor Kiel's administration the present system of universal transfers was adopted, and now we can go from one point to another over the various lines of the United Railways Company for one fare. Mayor Kiel's administration has recognized our race by appointing some of our men to responsible positions. We have now for the first time in the history of St. Louis, a man of our race filling the position as Assistant City Counselor under appointment made during the Kiel administration. We have in one of the police courts two men of our race filling positions as clerks. These men are in complete charge of the records of the court to which they have been assigned. We have men of our race filling responsible positions as clerks, inspectors and foremen in the various departments of the city. Some are filling positions never before held by Colored men. The City Hall, Municipal Court Bldg and Court House are in charge of Negro Custodians. Mayor Kiel has approved an ordinance for a community park and playground opposite Sumner High School and when completed, under present plans, will cose between $150,000 and $200,000. Mayor Kiel favors an extension of these playgrounds to all sections of the city, so that places of recreation may be easily accessible to a great number of people who can not afford to pay car fare to the larger parks. The mayor's conference committee is an advisory organization to confer with the mayor on matters pertaining to the interest of the city. This committee is composed of representatives from the civic, business and industrial organizations of the city. On this committee we have one of our race as a representative of our people. The position of Surgeant at Arms of the Board of Aldermen is filled by a man of our race. In view of the splendid record of Mayor Kiel's administration, and a disposition on his part to be the mayor of all the people regardless of race or condition we feel that a change at this time would be a backward step for our great city. Therefore, we take this method of indorsing the Honorable. Henry W. Kiel for mayor, and urge every citizen --- his record, and of course, the those men whose hearts are right to all men before the law. This recently, that the undeserving may MEN OF THE SOUTH. The news spread of a conspiracy Japan against the United States, a the south went on the war path. tied together and marched upon a sized and lynched her, leaving her tim was Emma Hooper, 45 years he was that she beat a colored boy. men to defend the flag and they use they will not find the enemy not have the advantage of 500 to 1. PRESSED FOR MY LEADING CITIZENS MAYOR HENRY W. KIEL PETER H. regardless of race, to support and vote for Henry W. Kiel at the primaries March 9. 1917. Rev. B. G. Shaw, pastor of Zion Church; Rev. Wm. Peck, pastor of St. James A. M. E.; Dr. Chas. H. Phillips, Harry G. Douglas, druggist; Dr. Jr B. Bell, Rev. E. C Cole, pastor of Providence Baptist Church; Robt. L. Phillips, Business Agent of Building Labor Local No. 3; Rev. A. H. Bostick, pastor of Baptist Church, 3932 Papin St.; Geo. W. McKoin, undertaker; Rev. J. Douglas Herben, 3130 La Salle St.; R. W. Kent, 2208 Chestnut; I. C. James, D. D. S.; Rev. W. L. Smith, pastor of Lane Tabernacle; Thomas Humphry, R. H. Brow, treasurer of Building Labor Local No. 3; S. D. Irving, trustee of Building Labor Local No. 3; E. S. Taylor, attorney; Dr. W. S. Brabham, Joseph Smith, attorney; Rev. W. B. Johnson, pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. church; Rev. H. H. Harris, Eugene Robinson, W. H. Thomas, Wilson Dawson, C. H. Thomas, Ben F. Barron, James Sykes, Glen Jackson, Sam Cristo, Chas. Foen Jackson, Thomas Holland, Ben Stovall Rufus Brawley, J. H. McDaniel, O. ingleton, Norris Thompson, Henry Tucker, Jake Meeafe, Tobe Williams, A. B. Easley, J. W. Catty, M. Bright, P. G. Johnson, E. H. Harris, druggist, A. E. Hawkins, Joseph Schaffer, H. M. Turner, J. L. Henderson, J. W. Beard, L. Harrison, J. Sanders, J. K. Parker, pastor of Pleasant Green Baptist Church; C. W. Williams, contractor; W. E. Smith, Gen. Wm. H. Butler, W. H. Umstead, Earl Williams, L. M. Jones, John Grayer, A. R. Oarker, Sherman H. Jacobs, O. L. Person, L. H. Hall, Clarence Jones, Arthur J. Smith, Chas. M. Wolfscales, Emmet Carr, Thomas W. Whiting, A. McClure, Morgan Baker J. Meade Benson, M.D., Jas. L. Velar, merchant; Henry Green, merchant; Edw. Goth, contractor of grading; Chas. G. Townsend, Moses Banks William W. Taylor, A. Carrow, J. M. Mountgomery, J. Tolivars, William H. Lee; Albert Lee, L. A. Bankins, R. L. Thomas, Edw. Hardy, H. Holland, C. A. Hunter, Allen Collier, Dr. Grisby, 3150A Laclede ave.; Rev. G. A. Conway. ST. JAMES CHURCH The auditorium was packed Sunday morning to listen to the wonderful and inspiring message of Dr. W. H. Peck. His theme was, "Power and Salvation." So vivid was the picture he painted, and so deep the impression made, at the conclusion when the invitation was extended, three united with the church. Two in the full bloom of life and activity, the other an aged veteran, whose sun is almost set, but eager to fight with the little strength left her. It was a beautiful sight. The endeavors are booming. You are especially invited to attend the Seniors, Sunday, March 4, 6 p.m. Consecration Meeting. The meeting will be led by Bro. B. A. Walton. He is an enthusiast and a splendid Gospel singer. We expect a spiritual feast. Mrs. Lottie Bell, an artist of merit will preside at the piano. We are delighted to report the return of our own Mrs. Fannie Peek, much improved in health, which we hope is permanent. The doctor is all smiles now, and is ready to roll up his sleeves and plunge might and main into the many stupendous duties. --- IN MEMORIAM (CORRECTION) In Memory of CHAS. H. BROOKS Who Died February 19, 1916 WHY SUFFER The horrors and turtures of Rheumatism when TERRA FIRMA gives you positive and im mediate relief. If you are a sufferer cut out and mail the attached coupon, if you are not and you know some one cut it out and give it to them. Prices: small bottle (50 cents), large bottle ($1.00). After trial make TEERA FIRMA your family remedy. Others have done so. If desired we will send you you their names and addresses. TERRA FIRMA MANUFACTURING CO. Box 71, Station L. Brooklyn, N. Y. Gentlemen: Please send me.... bottle of TERRA FIRMA. I hereby enclose $ as payment. Name Address City State Send for Trial Bottle Send registered letter, money order, stamps or check. Money returned if not satisfactory Affidavits (Continued from page 1.) State of Missouri, City of St. Louis; SS. William H. Harrison, being duly sworn upon his oath, states that: I reside at 3022 Pine Street, City of St. Louis, Missouri. That I am a registered and qualified voter in the 11th Precinct of the 17th Ward. That no the 7th day of November, 1916, I served as a Republican judge in the said precinct and ward. The polling place is located at 3149 Laclede Ave. When Lawrence James Taylor came to the polling place in the early morning, he was challenged by Chas. A. Mills, the Democratic Challenger, on the ground that he had been sent to the penitentiary. Taylor was marked on the books as a qualified and registered voter. He insisted upon voting, as did the Republican judges. Taylor denied the charge, but Mills still persisted that he would get in trouble if he voted. Taylor then left the polling place. He walked outside where he was arrested at Mills' order. The charge against him being false registration. William Jennings, of 3125 Laclede Avenue, came to the polling place about 6:10 in the morning. Chas. A. Mills, the Democratic Challenger, said that he had a police charge against him. I asked Jennings if he had ever served time in the penitentiary. He said "no." I then asked him if he wished to vote and he said "Yes." I told him to go ahead. Mills then had him arrested. The officers in this polling place seemed very anxious to make arrests. In the afternoon Jennings came back and inquired if his vote had been put in the box. I said, "Yes." William Davis, of 3013 Laclede Ave., came to the polling place about seven o'clock in the morning. Chas. A. Mills, the Democratic Challenger, had a list in his hand with Davis' name on it. He challenged Davis' vote and told him that if he voted he would get-in IN MEMORY (CORREL) In Memoriam CHAS. H. Who February TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH By Bessie Page Pastor Moseley delivered a splendid sermon last Sunday. Extensive preparations are being made for the next rally, members are asked to do full duty. Deacon Temple lost her favorite aunt, Hester Roach, of Central Baptist. Her niece, Mrs. Nanie Milton, of Philadelphia, was at her bedside. Pastor Moseley urges all men to be out Wednesday night. Don't miss covenant, March 4. Mr. Rhoda and Madam Page had a delightful visit in Kirkwood, Sunday. Visitors and strangers are always welcome. You are cordially invited to attend the A. C. E. at Wayman Chapel A. M. E. Church every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Mrs. S. B. Woodfolk, President; Rev. A. R. Dobbins, Pastor. LEONARD AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH Last Sunday was record breaker for WHY SUFFR The horrors and turtures of Rheum TERRA FIRMA gives you positive mediate relief. If you are a suffer out and mail the attached coupon, if are not and you know some one c it out and give it to them. Prices: small bottle (50 cents), large bottle ($1.00). After trial make TEERRA FIRMA your family remedy. Others have done so. If desired we will send you you their names and addresses No Address City trouble. Davis said he would vote "if they hanged" him. They arrested Davin. While he was waiting for the wagon, the election commissioners came and cited the law (concerning the fact that the vote of a majority of the judges is necessary to prevent a man from voting). Davis was then released. There was another man, whose name I do not recall, whose experience was similar to Davin'. When the election commissioners visited the polls they asked, "What is the matter here?" I replied that the Democrats had a list which they were using in the intimidation of Colored voters. Mr. Buder then asked who the Democratic Challenger was. I replied that there were two, Mills and Casey. Buder then asked who had the credentials. Mills replied, "I have." Buder then ordered Casey to leave. After the election commissioners left, Mills turned to me and asked me "why did you tell the commissioners that I was having these men arrested?" I told him that I had only mentioned his name as being one of the Democratic Challengers and that Casey was also included in the remark. Mills then said, "That is all right, I'll see you on the outside," and accompanied this remark by calling me a vile name which is unprintable. I paid no attention to this remark, but continued my work. In a few minutes he made several other remarks as to what he would do when he got me on the outside. I then replied "Well, Mills, I do not live here, I have to go home some time." Mills then said, "Well, I'll see." While I was working Mills made several remarks and all of them contained language that is unprintable. (Signed) Wm. H. Harrison. Sworn to and subscribed before me this 16th day of November, 1916. Homer G. Phillips, Notary Public. My commission expires March 2, 1917. ORIAM ECTION) memory of BROOKS Died January 19, 1916 the Sunday school, raising $25.00 for the month of February and turning it over to the church. A beautiful silk banner was presented to the primary department by the superintendent, Mrs. Alexander. Rev. T. B. Gardner delivered the morning sermon and Rev. L. E. Hancock the evening sermon. The chureh is progressing nicely raising for the month of February $150.00. Pastor Dunavant is able to be out again. The B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p. m. rendered a good program, the main speaker being Mr. Wilson Dawson. Spiritual Church, 2727 Lawten In connection with the spiritual service on Friday evening., February 23, a flower reception will be held. Some of the best mediums in the city will be present to advise. Special offering for the building fund J. S. Weatherford, Rector; Mrs. M. Harris, assistant. TERRA FIRMA MANUFACTURIN CO. Box 71, Station L. Brooklyn, N. Y. Gentlemen: Please send me. bottle of TERRA FIRMA. I hereby enclose $ as payment. me Mrs. Maggie Cannon has been on the sick list for the past week and is confined to her bed. Mrs. Annie Wheeler, of 3127 Lawton, who has been ill for some time, is now able to resume her duties. March 2, Union Memorial Brotherhood will hold a public installation; a special program will be arranged. G. W. Fullerton, of 3113 Pine, was called to Forrest, Ark., on account of the illness of his father, Richard Fullerton. Mrs. F. D. George, of 2721 Mills, was operated on for appendicitis Thursday, February 22.. Her condition is serious. Mrs. Helen McClure, of Chicago, who has been visiting her cousin, Mr. Geo. Lapsley, 4209 Finney Ave., is still in Barnes Hospital. Mrs. M. E. Brown, 2751 Market St., is visiting friends at Mound Bayou, Miss. While there she is the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Felton. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Marshall, who have been making their home in Cincinnati, Ohio, have returned to the city and are at home, 5514 Michigan. Miss Floy King, a teacher in the public schools at Jefferson City, spent the week's end in St. Louis, as the guest of Mrs. M. L. Christopher, 3019 Laclede. Mr. Roscoe Smith, brother of Mr. Walter Trice, returned to Seattle, after the burial of his mother; his sister, Lulu, accompanied him back. Mrs. Mary Cargille-Morton of Mortons Gap will spend a few weeks in the city the guest of her daughter, Mrs. J. W. DeWees, of 541 S. Ewing avenue. LOST.—A long leather card ease with small white purse on the inside, some small change and Yale-lock key. Return to Argus Publishing Co., 2341 Market. Please return the key by mail, if nothing else. Mr. and Mrs. Ruges Richmond Freeman, 4112 West Belle, are being congratulated upon the birth of a son whom they have named Ruges Richmond, Jr. Mrs. Freeman will be remembered as Miss Willie Barr. Mrs. Arlevia Williams, formerly Miss Marshall, of 4558 Cottage, has returned from a visit in New Orleans. While there she became the wife of Mr. Richard Williams, formerly, of 3450 Pine St. Mr. Williams will return about May I. Miss Anna Belle Chapman, of 4323 West Belle Pl., entertained at dinner, Sunday, in honor of her cousin, Mr. Chas S. Carr, of Cleveland, O. Those present were Miss Cornelia Harrison, Oliva Cooper, Diana Mae Route; Messrs. Rhey Orne and Tredway Street. Mrs. Sarah Washington, of 3311 Franklin, who left last Thursday for Kansas and Oklahoma, was greatly surprised at her home with a six-course dinner given by Messrs. Gains, Gillispie, Noland and Saunders; twelve guests were present and spent a delightful evening. Mr. J. Fred Crawford, of 4342 Mafft Ave., entertained the Motor Cycle Club, on Saturday, Feb. 24. After an interesting meeting, refreshments were served by the charming wife of the host. Cards afforded the amusements or the remainder of the evening. Mr. N. A. Robinson, a progressive young man who has for several years been the St. Louis representative of a Chicago tailoring establishment, will open his own store, at 1046 N. Pendleton Avenue, Saturday. Mr. Robinson is prepared to offer some very attractive materials and prices on Spring and Summer wear for men. Give him a boost. The E. L. C. Club met with Mrs. Etta Johnson, 4359 Finney Avenue, Monday, Feb. 19. The afternoon was spent transacting business. A palatable luncheon was served by the hostess. The next meeting will be at the residence of Miss Ocie Calhoun, 3108 Clark Ave., Monday, March 5. Miss Ocie Calhoun, Pres., Mrs. Ida B. Spivey, Reporter. 'Cornelias Hughes, 4010 W. Belle, sustained a broken arm, Tuesday by being 'kicked' while cranking his automobile. The Carnation Embroidery Club met in their regular monthly meeting February 23, at the residence of Mrs. Dora Priest, 209 S. Leffingwell. The members spent a delightful afternoon transacting business and also crocheting. Mrs. Lemer Gamble, Mrs. A. Leaxander, Mrs. J. L. Morgan and Miss Blanch White were guests of honor. A delicious luncheon was served by the hostess. The next meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. Annie Golden, 4322 Garfield. Mrs. A. Ransom, Pres., Mrs. L. L. Lombart, See'y, Mrs. Amanda Woods, Chaplain, Mrs. Viola Andrews, Reporter. A BIRTHDAY PARTY A birthday party, headed by A. Spencer Lueling was extended to Master Joseph Barnett on his twelfth birthday, February 25, at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Barnett, of Webster Groves. Those present were: Misses Bessie Barnett, Naomi Arnett, Master Alphonsus Agee, Albert Hill, Richard Agee and Claude Simms, Misses Fannie Agee, Mattie Agee; May Agee, Camilla Agee and Anna Mae Price, Mr. and Mrs. John Lewis, Jos. Logan and L. R. Inge, and also Miss Lizzie Thompson, his aunt. Miss Naomi Arnett had the honor of receiving the first slice of birthday cake. All left wishing Master Barnett many more birthdays. PRUDENCE CRANDALL CLUB MEETS The club met at the residence of Miss Nellie Greene, 1919 Goode. The following works of Wm. C. Bryant were reported on and discussed: To a Waterfowl, Forest Hymn, Fairy Tales, Little People' of the Snow, African Chief, June and Thanatopsis. His optimistic view of life characterizes his works. Miss M. V. Campbell, teacher. Review of Chapter on Actual Education of the Negro Prior to 1861, by Miss J. R. Davis. Visitors: Mrs. Jessie D. Robinson and Miss C. Harris, singing evangelist. Next meeting at the residence of Miss G. I. Dickson, 2751 Walnut, March 24, 1917. Subject: Woman in American Literature. Miss G. I. Dickson, president; Miss J. R. Davis, secretary. CARONDELET NEWS The news reached us too late last week to send to press, therefore, we have two weeks in one. The eighth grade class, of Delany School was the guest of Miss Ada McField at an old time candy pulling party, Sunday afternoon, the 18th inst. Mmes. M. Bradly, M. McCaully, and M. White were the guests of Mrs. McGifford, of Alaska Ave., Sunday evening. Many of the Corinthian members were in attendance at the revival at Compton Hill Sunday afternoon. This is a great meeting and much good is being done. Mr. Mrs. Wm. Dove, of Memphis, Tenn., are making their home here and have taken up residence on Pennsylvania Avenue. Mrs. Green Fields visited Mrs. Hattie Bowman, of Wellston last week. We are indeed glad to hear of Mrs. Bowman is convalescing. Mr. Hugh White met with an accident at his work by getting his foot mashed. Mr. Isaac Bates, the son of Rev. F. Bates is stopping with his father on Vermont Avenue. He was also a visit or at Corinthian Sunday. Come again, Mr. Bates. The sick are Mr. C. C. Black, Moses White and Mise Nannie Stepp, also Mrs. Annie Johnson. A SERIES OF MOVING PICTURES A series of motion pictures will be shown in St. Louis and vicinity beginning March 5 as follows: Every Monday night at St. James M. E. Church, 4212 Papin. Every Tuesday night at St. Peters/A. M. E. Church, Elliott and Montgomery Sta. Every Wednesday night at Newport, Ill., K. of P. Hall. Every Thursday night, Brooklyn, Ill., Lovejoy School. Every Friday night at True Light Baptist Church, East St, Louis. These pictures are specially selected to suit the occasion. Chas Allmon, ax- THE ST. LOUIS ARGIN WHEN CUPID IS HOST Boston, Mass., Special to the Argus. A very pretty and unique ante-Lenten party was given in the beautiful home of Mrs. Arthur B. Cassell, in Dorchester, on Monday, the 19th inst., with Mrs. Cassell and Mrs. A. J. Gossin, of St. Louis, as chaperones. More than a dozen young ladies enjoyed a delightful seven course luncheon, at which the decorations of St. Valentine and the color scheme of red and white were carried out. When the repast was nearly ended, there were found hidden in the sheerbert glasses tiny cards, announcing the engagement of Mr. Bernard Gossin, of St. Louis, and Miss Dorothy Carolyn Lee, of Dorchester, daughter of Mr. James Lee and niece of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Cassell. A novel game, entitled, "How to manage a husband," completed the festivities. The young ladies present were: Misses Dorothy and Helen Lee, Susie Gossin, Florence Terry, Ethel Marshall, Grace Washington, Mamie Tarby, Marjorie Barnett, Beatrice Walker, Mildred Crawford and Crystal Byrd. The day for the wedding has not been named, but some months will elapse before it takes place. A very pretty home wedding Friday of last week was that of Miss Maggie Woodfolk, 4174 West Belle, to Clinton C. Gilbert, of 12 Lenox Place, at the home of the bride, at 8 o'clock, Rev. Dobbins, of Wayman Chapel, officiating. The bride was handsomely gowned in a delicate net, trimmed in Valenciennes lace. The bridal veil of tulle was confined to the coiffure with a chaplet of pink roses; she carried a shower of Ophelia roses and carnations. Miss Johnie Lee White of Nashville, was maid of honor and wore a dainty net with an underlay of pink satin. She also carried a bouquet of pink carnations and sweet peas. Mr. James King acted as best man. A reception was held from 8 to 10 o'clock. Many handsome and useful presents were received. Hats mads to match any costume; also blocked. Any design copied. Shapes for sale, trimmed free. Prices reasonable. Mrs. Wm. Macklin, 4271 St. Ferdinand. The regular monthly meeting of the "Poro" Agents of East St. Louis, Ill. and this city, will be held at "Poro" College, Monday evening, March 5, at 6:00 p. m. Each agent must be present on time. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for words of sympathy and floral offerings during the illness and death of our daughter, Lillian, who departed this life Friday, February 23, 1917. We also extend our thanks to Dr. B. P. Abbott and Dr. N. L. Smith for their kind and consoling words. Mr. and Mrs. R. O. Person, 4346 Labadie. NOTICE DEATHS OF THE WEBK Minerva Chamberlain, City Sanitarium 59 years. Anna Strode, 2653 Shenandoah .47 Preston Davis, 4134 Papin .22 Lillian Person, 4346 Labadie .19 Wm. Winfield, 1023 Morgan .50 John Eddy, 3956 Fairfax .55 Allen Lamont, 4280 Kennerly .21 Emanuel Christwell, 209 S. 15th St.35 Mary Waters, 2725 Lucas .8 Sherman Briaseo, 5320 Northrup .2 Frank Washington, Kirkwood, Mo. 28 Della Girley, 4560 Cottage .40 Alberta McGull, 4000 Papin .26 Moses Sargent, 399 Papin .52 Maliaisa Marshall, 2327 Morgan .65 Rebecca Wilson, 1703 Morgan .74 Inft. Roberson, 4297 St. Ferdinand. Susan Finley, 1312 Morgan .57 Samuel Hodge, 6202 Wells .29 Caroline Vaughn, 2324 Pine St.68 James Barnes, 606 So. Garrison .2 George Smith, 2615 Wash .49 Clemons Burgett, 1033 Eureka .29 Daisy Smith Gold, 929 Brooklyn .35 Howard Crump, 2947a Clark .45 Frank Scott, 70101% Minnesota .35 Eugene Williams, 1110 Franklin .67 Benj. Crowler, 3418 Lawton .59 Hellen Chaphell, 3724 Rutger .1 mo. Frank Bowers, Jr., 4042 Cook .8 James Winston, City Hospital .45 Wallace Wilson, 237 Lucas .28 Susie Wilson, 2237 Lucas .47 Joe Wm. Banner, 2305 Walnut .16 Lee Travis, City Hospital .42 Rolla Harper, Kinloch, Mo.52 Frank Timmons, 5228 McKissock .41 MISS LILLIAN PERSON PASSED AWAY Miss Lillian Person, the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. O. Person, quietly passed away on the morning of February 23, 1917. She was sick only a short while, but she bore her sickness with patience. She realized from the beginning that she would not recover. Lillian was a sweet girl and true and affectionate to her parents. On last Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock a large audience assembled at Union Memorial M. E. Church to pay the last tribute of respect to this dear loved one. The funeral was attended by Dr. B. F. Abbott, her pastor, assisted by Dr. N. L. Smith. By her request the choir sang three of her favorite songs. She leaves a mother, father, seven brothers and sisters, other relatives and a host of friends to mourn their loss. But their loss is heaven's gain. Peace be to her ashes. Mr. William Isaac Clark, 2662. Lucas died Saturday, February 24, after a brief illness and was buried Thursday 9 a. m. from St. Elizabeth's Church. Deceased was 38 years old and leaves a wife, sister, Mrs. Rachel Brown, two brothers, Messrs. Henry and Felix Clark. The latter arrived from Chicago Sunday. Mrs. Mattie Cook, an aunt, of Sparta, ill., also attended. Mr. Wallace Wilson, 2237 Lucas, died Monday, March 26, and his mother, Mrs. Susie Wilson, who was a sister of Mrs. Albert Hedgeman, died the next day. A double funeral was held at St. Peters Church, Elliott and Montgomery at 2 o'clock Friday. Officer Anderson Logan, of Chief Al- leader's staff, was called, to Auxvasse, Mo., last Saturday on account of the death of his father. The remains were taken to New Broomfield and interred in the family cemetery lot. An elaborate floral offering was tendered, in respect to Mr. Logan, by the St. Louis Police Department. In loving memory of Alice Stephenson, who departed this life February 27, 1907. Had he asked us, well we know We should cry, Oh spare this blow! Yes, with streaming tears should pray, "Lord, we love her, let her stay." But the Lord doeth nought amiss, And since He hath ordered this, We have nought to do but still Rest in silence on His will. Sadly missed by her friend, Mamie A. Edwards. IN MEMORIAM In sad but loving remembrance of our dear sister, Bertha Tutte, who departed this life five years ago, March 5; 1912. Day by day, we sadly miss you, They may think the wound is healed, But they little knew the grief that within our hearts concealed; Not gone from memory, not gone from love, But gone to a Fatherly home above And while you rest in peace, Your memory we shall always keep. Sadly missed by Beaulah Hyter, sister; Carl P. Tutte, brother. CARD OF THANKS I wish to extend my sincere thanks to friends, neighbors and postal clerks for their sympathy and kindness and beautiful floral offerings; also Rev. A. R. Dobbins and Capt. C. H. Tandy for their kind words of comfort in the sad hour in the 185s of my beloved husband, Kizique W. Garrett. The bereaved wife. Agents Wanted To Handle DERMATAS HAIR and SCALP TREATMENT. AGE WILL BE 50 BIG MONEY For Particulars, address Mrs. P. W. Dempasst St. Louis Mo --- IN MEMORIAM Manicuring Facial Massage Do You Believe in Safety First in Hair Culture? If so Start Right and Insure Safety By Using "The Slaughter System" AND Lyda's Hair Beautifier Trade Mark, Reg. U. S. Patent Office Guaranteed to Grow Hair in Six treatments or money refunded. We handle Human Hair Goods at RETAIL and WHOLEALE PRICES AGENTS WANTED E. Slaughter Gamble BOMONT 1958 3001 Lawton Ave. St. Louis, Mo. $3.75 Up EXAMINATION FREE $3.75 Up For our guaranteed 22-k. reinforced Gold Crowns and Bridge work, includ- ing all treatments. $5 UP FIT AND SATISFACTION GUARANTEED We also guarantee that the teeth will not be con- tinually-breaking off. HOURS: 8 To 8:00 SUNDAY: 8 To 12:00 WE REPAIR BROKEN PLATES BRING OR MAIL THEM TO US The VAN-DOW DENTAL CO., 614 Olive St. FORMERLY WITH BOSTON DENTAL CO. (Your Child's new Restaurant on Olive). Same Dentist Walts on You Every Time You Come! FATHER DICKSON CEMETERY GRAVES—FIRST CLASS: Adult..... $ 10.00 Child over 5 years and under 10 years..... 7.00 " " 1 year " " 5 "..... 0.00 " " 1 "..... 3.00 GRAVES—SECOND CLASS: Adult..... 8.00 Child over 5 years and under 10 years..... 5.00 " " 1 " " 5 "..... 4.00 " " 1 "..... 2.00 TO HAVE ALL THE MODERN IMPROVEMENTS: FREE TENT in rainy weather, lowering devices, Employees in uniform and other latest equipment. Every effort is being made to give our people a well kept, high-grade cemetery. Substantial improvements have been arranged for, and the work will be begun early in the spring. FRY'S Busy Cut Rate Drug Store Service, Our Motto We Deliver the Goods EWING and MARKET ST. Central 5298 Bomont 1256 WAYMAN CHAPEL Rev. S. G. Means, D. D., Georgia's noted evangelist, is now holding a great revival at Wayman A. M. E. Church, 23rd and Wash. Dr. Dabbins, pastor. Great crowds are attending and much is being done. He is ably assisted by Miss Evangeline Harris, the sweet Gospel singer. Dr. Means has a message for the women of St. Louis and will deliver the same at said church, Sunday afternoon. Subject, "The Elect Lady." At the same hour Miss Harris will talk and sing to men only at St. Peters A. M. E. Church, 2603-N. Leffingwell, Rev. S. P. Picker, D. D., pastor. Monday night, at Wayman A. M. E. Church, Dr. Means will preach a sermon "On Nails." Every person is asked to come and bring a nail. At this meeting a silver offering will be taken. Don't fail to hear this sermon, 7:30 will be the hour. A person and a nail! A person and a nail! Page 0 ST. PAUL A. M. E. CHURCH Sunday, March 4, is Quarterly Meeting. The presiding elder will be present. Communion at 3 p. m. Rev. W. H. Peck, pastor of St. James Church, will preach the communion sermon. All are invited, especially the persons joining the church during the revival. Love feast Monday night. The revival which has been going on for two weeks closed Monday night with much success. Dr. S. G. Means and Miss Harris, the singer, proved quite a spiritual power in our midst. Dr. E. S. Bailey will address the League Sunday at 6:30 p. m. AN APPRECIATION In appreciation of the many customers who have found that Re-Nu stands on its own merit, I am inserting my card for the benefit of the public. Mrs. Lulu O'Dell, hair culturist, 2710 Lawton Ave. Phone: Romont 1493. “.. §, LouIs . Negro Business DIRECTORY sage 6 ONE INSERTION Personal, jess and Pro- fesisional oe Business Ssences, For or_ Rent 3, Stores, Flats, 5c per Tine; minimum foe. Help Wanted, Situations Want- | Jed, For Rent Riams, Reams apd Board, 5c per line; mini- pam 1c. Di Als 30c inch Sool Bates natume Aas _ @ULVEY'S DRUG STORE The old. Pickot, store, Jefforssa and Lawton Aves. Out rate prises. ‘This wore is often imitated, but never equaled. A BIG BARGAIN ‘Fer sale s beautiful lot 502190, with a nin three-soom house, cellar, water in howoe, gas, ad good cistern water oa the outside, two porches om north and aeath sides. Granitold in froat, near Geurt Mouse. Worth $2,200, can be bought for $1,800 cash. all and te 5 483 Boshomme Ave. ‘Apply of Benbomme Aye., Clayton, Me. Ask for Dazisl White. (19) FOR SALE: The owner says ‘‘sell.’? This is the best bargain on W. Belle. A‘five and six room single flat. Gas and electric fixtures. In first” class condition, Térmy to suit. See J. E. Mitchell, 241 Market, Phone, ‘Bom, 1452. FOR RENT: Furnished room, secon floor, Newly decorated with all mod ern convenience. 4052 West Belle Lindell 28238. (C4) FOR. RENT.—Three single rooms and bath, furnished; oleetrie lights telephone free, Forest 3805M. yy MEN WANTED WANTED.—25 building wreckers. Steady employment. Good wages. Cohen-Swartz Rail and Steel Co., 23 Branch St. . WANTED—Men ‘or sewer work, steady job, two years’ work. Apply ‘at the Gilt Edge, NoWws'Co., 2303 Mar. ket street: * FOR RENT.—Nestly — furnished room, hot and cold water, furnace heat, dlectrie lights, for gentleman, 4174 _ West Belle, 15-17 ‘FOR RENT.—Neatly fale rooms, modern convenience, . and third floor front. Mra, Eblen, Sil. Lucas Ave, Bomont 2702, 1-5-17, FOR RENT.—Nicely furnished rooms; heat, phone and electric lights. 4329 West-Belle. Phone, Lindell 5554. $ 324 FOR RENT.—Neatly furnished room, modern convenience. No other room: cra. Mrs, Sunford, 4026a West Balle, Lindell 1253. 324 MEN WANTED: Colored men 21 tc 35 years of age, wishing positions ‘as sleeping’ car porters or train porter en Missouri roads, write for applica tien blank and information. No ex perienge necessary. . INTERRAILWAY, DEPT. i10 Indianapolis, Ind. PARTNER . WANTED.—Want 4 business partner with enh of $300, to ge one-half. Interested truck farm ing, poulty and hog-raising, with stand at 2994 Laclede Farm at Barnhart, Mo., 90 miles from: St.. Louis. RS. ‘Hamilton. ‘ FOR RENT: Family of two have neatly furnished rooms for couple or gentlenien. 4221 West Belle. Phone, Lindell 1964W. we 5 ee FOR RENT.—A nice furnished fom) second’ floor, for gentlemen. Call|Sun- @uy, 3969 Cook Ave. Phone, Lindell 3811 or Bomont 2396. 2 7 + FOR RENT: Neatly Furnished rooms front and back with all conveniences ‘3228 Pine St. 7 . FURNISHED ROOMS: For rent, Electrie light, free telephone, hot and W. Belle. (293-4) FOR RENT: Neatly furnished’ room, find floor back, gentleman preferred. ‘Modern conyenioner, 2903 Laclede ‘Bomont 17928. (2834). PIPE FITTER rece rass ' £. M. Paschal . 48i4-aLacky St. Louis, Me 4 ¥ 4: A. BENJ. DAVIS Tuner, Repairer and Finisher of Pianos Reed and Pipe Organ Expert Work Guaranteed. Headquarters Y. M.C. A. Duildise 202 Lawton Ave. St. Louis, CHAS &. PERKINS Sign Painter and Interior Decerater | Pirst-Olass Werk: Prices’ Reasonable 3132 Fair Avenue, i HOW ARE YOUR EYES? You canaot afford to neglect yous eyes, If they bother you, have them tested free, Glasees fitted from $1.80 up. Fifteem years’ experience. DR. WILLIAM KNIGHT, “ 2335 Market. Se . ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded, electrica contracter. We will wire your ok or new house and furnish you fix tures and give you six months to om year to pay for it Fans rented, sol and repaired. |. “The rose is red, ‘The violets arc bine, I need your work ‘And others do too.” Call or write me, 2311 Morgue Reamoat &70R. Chas H. Smith Beal gold-Glled eyeglasses for oaly one dollar. Money back if you wast it, Sale Monday and Tuesday at Harry @. Douglass, Preseription Drag- gist Quality and Serviee Store, 2400 North Pendleton Avenue. _ We actually sell you the genuine gold-filled eyeglasses’ or. spectacle frames, guaranteed ‘te asmy 1-20th 18- ‘karat gold filled, and to wear for ten years, Similar glasses cleswhere, 02.50 up. With these frames ina pair ef our genuine periscopie crystal lenses, fitted free by our expert optician, who has had years of experienes in. fitting ga. For. only one ‘Bpesial xtra. $3.50 bifocals, 2 Simin ea 6o +. ; Ss [Ee § wr 8 fie om f) E 28 Aad: REPAIR SHOP - MOams LAMErKDNS, Prop 2117 Markt St. EW PENSION LAWS Ths New: Pension Law takes in #1d- ows and Colored sobdiers as well se ‘others. Write us for’ eepy ef new law ‘and. know your rights. Send 20 cents. Send to Fitagorald & Delp, Pénsiga Agency, Indianapolis, Ind. For Sale Best bargain on W. Belle. © ag5 and 6 room) flat, Real Cheap. - /° 3.8. Mitchen, Tan SF. L008 Anawe Dy Me FREE!) € ree 5 “ — Z SF CIT \ = 7 We Set Hair Foada S saree ren meron eataess wer ai eee Ta Sates, eaters setae HALd Waid CoheeNy Laie come (ona SESSERE Sar Fin is ame icelngnaaeemensiimiceoe oDD PELLOWS: BALL Odd Fellows’ Hall 2923 Morgan Stre@, ‘Newly decorated lodge rooms and reception hall for rent. Special attention te private ‘recep- tions, Rent very reasonable. See janitor or call the secretaty’s office Phone, Delmar 4299) = Secure « nice, warm,) furnished. ream forthe winter. Consult the Advertise ing columas in the Argus, S 4 ’ TOO MUCH ‘CHARGE’ This Handy Way of Buying Often Cause for Those Sleepless ~ Nights of Worry. WHAT ONE DOLLAR WILL DO Every Person Realizes Part Credit Plays in Commerce and Bad Re- sult of Unpaid Bille—So Pay- Up Yours Now. ‘The Practice of having a “Pay Up week” each year has taken well all over the country—and it has now be- come a national habit to consider the Importance, in a business sense, of & Pay Up week. ‘Too many of us get in the habit of having things “charged.” It Is a0 handy, so convenlent—seems like get- ting things without pay. We are all inelined to feel that we are going to have much more money some other day than we find’in our pockets today. ‘The reason that Pay Up week takes so well is because it has been found of faestimable help to the world of credit., One of the principal slogans used for the occasion has come to be: “Til Pay My Bilis, So You Can Pay Yours." A’ moment's reflection “will show what-a splendid things this ts ‘Think of how many times a single dol- lar may turn over in a single day, with a°prdctice lke this. You may owe the Jeweler a dollar for repairing a clock; and the jeweler may owe'the shoemaker a dollar for repairing his shoes; and the shoe maker may owe the butcher a dollar for the last bacon he got; and the butcher:smayowe the tinner'a dolldr the may owe ‘Clothier the druggist fora bottle and the druggist may owe you ¢ doilal —so, don't you see, you get back your dollar—and what a wonderful -lot ot debts it has paid in the meantime, and you still have it. “And you can go on for yourself ir this line, showing the illimitable goo that a “Merry Dollar” can do in 1 day, by paying’ neglected bills. Every thinking person realizes, the part thai credit plays in modern commercialism and. the baneful result of unpaid bills Credit has been so abominably abuse¢ that every business man and citizen feels the drag of the heavy credit loa he ts forced to carry.“ ; Hurrah for “Pay Up Week.” * WONDERFUL Spirit Medium © Pumeved of SAA GS Segre, NTS Wee derdal than ever. Koicon sow Seba et ‘te Greet Maise Chale ot Blak Peto of Indin und ms recognized uy the beater Siew ob tne loader of Oocait Sefenea: ‘President of the Mediums World Amoctation, ene ceeee ree eae Sect teed Sasi ene Fear wn wt benim, ore rhea aad whes Yos'wal earch ant Tare Une peu ae one seat = ‘chars. oat GET ay ecamaennl Meee — i ++ -Mea,' Lena Ward was in hay l= Louis last week with her sister, Moxley, -who is quite sick....Mrs. Eva Cook, of Bt. Louis, and Mrs, Lels Smith, of Omahe, are visiting their parents, ‘Mr, and Mrs. George Crittenden. ...,. Miss Georgia Searcy spent Tuesday, visiting Lineoln High School in Bast St. Louis. Ne ‘Mz. Frank Washington. died- Satur- day moraing, February 2,-after an ill- ness of several months. He was a mom- ber of Olive Chapel A. M. EB. Church. ‘He is wurvived by a wife, Mrs, Addie ‘Washington, and mother, Mrs, Harri- son, of Webster Groves. The funeral was held ‘Tuesday aftertoon at 2 p. my which was largely attended. Rey. Barnett, pastor, officiated. Burial = at Father Dickson’s. Cemetery... .Mr. and Mrs, Jas, Forkuer, and little son, Jas. Jr., of. Greenwich, Conn., are the guests of their father, Mr. W. B: Davis: Sinee their arrival Jas. Jr, has been ill with bronchial trouble and Is grippe but is steadily improving by the close watehing of Dr. McClellen, of St. Louis, +»++,Several days ago “Mr. Forkner bought the beautiful seven room reai- dence of the Inte Mr. Wm. Edmonds, who died three years ago, also the four apartment flats owned by: Mr. Ed- monds.at a sale price of $3,500.,..Miss Alice Jones entertnined Tuesday night in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Jaa: Forknor, of Greenwich, Conn, A delitious lunch- con was served. i FARMINGTON, MO. By Miss Dayse F. Baker ‘Miss Sophia Mudd was hostess to the Art Club, Monday evening, at which time delicious refreshments were served...,Master Clarenee Reynolds entertained a number of his friends at his home Saturday evening, with games and luncheon....'The friends of Mr. Fred Madison are very sorry to learn of his serious illness. His sister, Mrs. George Maul, and’ niece, Mrs. Rosie Madison, of Bonne Terre, visited him Sunday....Rev. Spurlock was success- fal in reaching his father’s bedside be- fore he passed away. In the absence of the pastor the congregation enjoyed a sacred program, Sunday, rendered by the young people... “At theWashington Social, ‘Thursday evening, Mrs. An- toine Murphy won the can of cherries... Mr, and-Mrs. Chas. Baker enjoyed’hav- ing their son, Booker, spend’ the week’s ond with them....Mra, Susié Smith, of St. Louis, attended to busi- ness here Saturday and returned home Monday....Miss Cosetta Boddio is quite ill at her home. in:South Farm- ington....A number of ladies went to Bonne Terre Friday in answer to the aniouncement of the demise of Mra Greenlee, wife of Rev. Greenlee, The remains were taken tp Omaha, Neb., Saturday morning... .Mrs. Charlotte Clay received the news that her grand- son, James Hill, of St. Louis, got. his foot broken while running an elevato¥. +---The A. M. E. Church observed Washington Day with a tea: party... There -ure only fifty-five more days of school. Avail yourself of the oppor- tunity to visit school....Mr..and Mrs. “Gabriel Cayce have returned from St. Louis, where the latter has been taking medical: treatments. ...Mrs, David Bu- ford, and daughter, Laura; enjoyed a Week's. visit at* Coffman, the guest of om ge ee ‘néas hero Saturday. Ciss “Eaith ipeat' the week Send with he Gad reteset tat Mined “Polat ‘Monday... Mrs. Sectt Cole and Master Kossuth Baker are the guests of Mra, Lucile Martin, of Bt. Louis... Mr. Onon Poston has-employment in St. Louis... Regardless of the high ‘cost of living, Cupid is busy. Somebody’s hope chest is being replenished. ~ ‘ By Miss BR. Loper Rev. C. M. Miller, pastor of the Bap- tist Chureb, preached » special sermon to the-Stewardegs sisters. A néat sum was realized....Miss Louise Ellis, of this elty, has become the bride of Mr. Johnson, a letter carrier of Springfield. sy--Bev. A.M: Todd, of the M. ‘E. Church, was the visiting preacher st Bridgeton Sunday... .Dr. B. F: Abbott, of Union Memorial, ;8t. Louis,” will speak at a special rally. here’ on. the 10th....The. Tyler-Fola \Coinedy - was well attended and tho: boys are highly pleased witl. their success... .Miss Josephine Winn and “Mr. Ban Izeinas were united in matrimony this week, .. Mry. H. 0. 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"Why Many Wossin Will Not Wed | By LAURA JEAN Linsey : ‘There's another class of women who will not wed—those whé think that every mau who crosses their path is not quite.good enough. ‘They are look- ing for. prince or a millionaire, and ‘are of the kind who will not take Shakespeare's advice, “Sell. when you can, for youth and beauty's fleeting.” Some women are restrained from marrying because of the load which they are carryitig on their shoulders, fearing that a husband would not care to relieve them from the support of aged parents or helpless younger broth- ers and sisters, ‘Thus they go unwed- ded, martyrs, to duty. ‘Vast numbe:s of women refuse good offers of marriage, for reasons that are ludicrous, if they were not so pitiful. Absurd would be a better word for it. One pretty girl told me in all serious ness that she had refused an exemplary young man because she féared her at- tractiohs would fade early, as did her mother’s.“ When’ her beauty went, she would not be able to attract Bim long- er, Another girt refused a fine young man for the reason that he had two young sisters of whom he was very fond. “He would think as. much of them as he did of me,” she’ confided. “That would make my life miserable. I shall never marrytnless it be'a man who has norliving relative. I could be reasonably sure of such a man's un- divided heart." She is still single: Her {deal man is not likely to materialize. ‘These women are happy in thelr own ‘way, no dott. Marriage does not lure cant and : Labor the Greatest Blessing in Life 2 ‘ By REV. JENKIN LLOYD JONES 7 | Work is not the conséquince of sin, but the trimmph of man. Labo ead of being @ curse is the 'profoundest blessing in life. om Human labor thén is no commodity, a thing to be bought and sol cofton or corn, Back of the:hand isthe digeting bev basin ‘Work is not the consequence of sin, but the triumph of man. Lebor instead of being @ curse is the ‘profoundest blessing in life, Human labor thén is no commodity, a thing to be bought and sold like cotton or corn, Back of the hand is the directing brain, behind the sweat ‘are human longings, the love of human hearts, and the thirst of. human minds. Capital, the exploiter of labor, is but the labor of yester- day ‘It is canned’ industry. i ‘The unholiest combination the world has ever known is the selfish combination of the toil of yesterday, dotiymanized under the name of capital, against the throbbing, thrilling toil of today, the uncenned wealth held in solution in the sweat of today. ~ A 3 Peace between labor and capital will come only in a larger combine, a higher fraternity, that will recognize the common interests between the section man with his pick and the president with his pencil and his “Ready Reckoner” of percentages. Se a wey | EAGi OR jy ea Alas! the love of women!"it Is known ‘To be @ lovely and a fearful thing: For all of their's upon that diets thrown. ‘And if "Us lost life has no mors to brin ‘To them but mockeries of the past sione, The majority of men believe. that most women look forward to matri- mony as the:solu- Gaga) tou of thelr -tife P i] happiness. or ‘un i] happiness. But, i] let me tell you, f }| there are quite as ae | many women who ma} would not wed } il the best man ev | stepped in shoe leather as tho who are anriou i | to ona heart mates. The, rea- H sons why som : i} Women won't wed | | are many. Not few of those who [sy } are well-todo li as i} look upon ‘would ce, VOU Of thelr tte P {| happiness. or ‘un- j] happiness. But, | let me tell you, f H] there are quite as BRN) many woota wis would not wed } i] the best man ever I stepped in shoe leather as those who are anxious i | to ana heart mates. ‘The, rea- H sons why some . {| women won't wed | | are many. Not a i] few of those who Rees are welltodo li as i} look upon ' would- ~, be suitors as for- tune hunters, heartless: creatures who are not on love intent, but are only con- corned in fading out Bew mech & wort an is ‘Though'a man doe’ fall in I@fe with such a one, she is not in- clined to give his honesty of purpose the benefit of the doubt. ‘Other women fall Jn love with.ne’er- do-wells, but are wise enough not to marry. They solace themselves with courting over a long period of years. During that time, affection merges into friendship. But: they.do not realise Se ee, ee Friday, By REV. B. B. SUTCLIFFE Assistant Superintendent of Men, Moody Bible Institute, Chicago TEXT—So I prayed to the God of heav- and I said unto the King—Neh. i:4. 5. made, when we must speak or act on "the spur of the moment." The Christian who would meet emergencies wisely would do well to study how Nehemiah used what might be termed emergency prayer. PETER HARRIS It was unspoken by the lips and, as far as we know, it was not formed in words. He had suddenly been asked a question by the king and he must answer at once. Upon his answer depended the fulfillment of his hopes, the realization of his desires and the banishment of his sorrow. Everything depended upon the way in which he met this emergency. How easily and wisely he met it he tells us in the text, "I prayed to the God of heaven and I said unto the King." Character of Prayer. It was necessarily a short prayer and a very definite prayer. He had no time to "beat round the bush," he must come to the point at once. It was very sudden, for emergencies do not allow time for preparation; but they are never too sudden for God. We will never find God unprepared for our emergencies. He is always there before they arrive. He says for our comfort: "Before they call I will answer." The writer received a telegram in Chicago one morning at 9:25 which had been sent from Pittsburgh at 9:30 the same morning. He received it before it was sent because of the difference in central and eastern time. God hears our prayers before we utter them and no emergency can ever arise so suddenly that it finds God unprepared. Of what unspeakable value if every time an emergency arose we could have at once the wisdom of omniscience to guide us? What confidence and assurance we would enjoy knowing just the right way to act and the right word is say in all our, emergencies? Circumstances of Prayer. Circumstances of Prayer. They were not conducive to prayer. A banquet was in progress at a heathen court and Nehemiah was in the midst as the cup bearer. The world's festivities are not calculated to arouse a prayerful spirit nor are they suggestive of prayer. The galley and laughter, the jest and song, the whole atmosphere of amusement in which Nehemiah found himself would not be conducive to prayer. Nor did the circumstances permit of his retiring alone and privately shutting himself away from such surroundings. But here in the midst of the noise surrounding the worldly world he could pray. We sometimes think that we could pray if we could only get alone and quiet away from the noise and the rush of people. But the value of emergency prayer is to be able to have the ear of God and to hear the voice of God in the midst of any circumstances. No emergency, however suddenly it may arise nor however thronged the surroundings may be, need find us shut out from the Lord. Conditions of Prayer. First of all, Nehemiah was a man of habitual prayer. He was in the habit of taking everything to God. When he heard the distressing news of the condition of his beloved city, he prayed. When his enemies would stop his work, he prayed. When they plotted and schemed against his life, he prayed. In the second place, Nehemiah was in the habit of listening to God in his Word. He could remind God of his promises, as his prayer in the first chapter reveals. It is necessary to speak to God, it is perhaps more necessary to allow God to speak to us. He has said "He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be an abomination." If we close our ears to him he will close his ears to us. He who has God's ears for any sudden emergency is the mar whose ear is to the Book. In the third place, he was a man of faith, as the last two verses of the first chapter of his book show. He believed God was what he was and would do what he said, and this gave him quietness and peace at all times. He was habitually prepared for any emergency. Can this be said of us? Is it not true that we move with uncertainty and speak with hesitancy when sudden emergencies arise? Are we not often distressed in mind after a sudden decision has had to be made lest we have decided wrongly? What confidence and assurance, what quietness and rest we might enjoy in the face of those emergencies so frequently met if we had the enjoyment of emergency prayer. It does not need any spoken words, it does not depend on conducive circumstances, it does not demand an outward privacy, but can be used when there is not time even to form the words of the shortest prayer in the midst of the busiest activity or in the heart of the thronging crowd. INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL (By R. O. SELLERS, Acting Director of Sunday School Course of Moody Bible Institute.) (Copyright, 1817, Western Newspaper Union.) LESSON FOR MARCH 4 JESUS FEEDS FIVE THOUSAND. LESSON TEXT—John 6:11-14 GOLDEN TEXT—Give us this day our daily bread.—Matt 6:11. This parable marks the high level of the year of our Lord's popularity. It is such an important miracle as to be the only one recorded in all four gospels. Be sure to use a good harmony. The retiring twelve (Matt. 11:11) are taken by their master to a desert place that they might find rest (Mk. 6:31) and that he might comfort their hearts over the death of John the Baptist (Matt. 14:1-12). The multitude would not grant them the right use of their leisure, but flocked to this retreat in the desert. They followed that they might listen to his gracious words, and perhaps behold some new wonder (v. 2). Carlisle said he saw in England "forty millions, mostly fools." Jesus saw the multitude, and was moved, not with sarcasm, but with compassion which took a tangible form of service. Mark tells us (6:34) that Jesus was first of all teaching the multitude. It is better to teach a man how to help himself than to help the man. We should not be surprised at Philip's slowness of faith. Moses in a like manner was once nonplussed as to how to feed the multitude in the wilderness. (Num. 11:21-23). It is not so much how great the need nor how little we possess; rather, is that little given over to God? Andrew, who had revealed Jesus unto Peter, discovers as though in desperation a boy whose mother had thoughtfully provided him with a lunch, consisting of five barley biscuits and two small herring (v. 9); at least that much remained. This is a great commentary upon the tide of interest at this time, that the boy should not have eaten his entire lunch, for the boy's hunger is provisional. It seems to me through Jesus summons the that he may show his power. His command "Give ye them" (Mk. 6:37) teaches us that we are to give such as we have, and not look to others nor to do our charity by proxy (Prov. 11:24:25). Again the Savior asks his disciples as though he would teach them the resources of his kingdom. Give what you have, and he will bless and increase it to the supplying of the needs of a multitude. The secret of success was when he took up the loaves, and, "looking up" God also saw that day and blessed it. We need to observe the systematic procedure. The people are seated or reclining upon the ground in ranks or in companies, the master blessing and breaking the boy's cakes, giving first to the disciples. God works miracles through human agencies only. The result of this systematic procedure was that they were all satisfied, "filled" (v. 12): Luke adds that "all did eat" (Lk. 9:17). Not alone, however, was there divine order and lavishness, but there was economy and thrift as well, for Jesus gave careful direction as to the fragments. The lavishness is shown by the fact that the baskets into which the fragments were gathered were each probably large enough in which to sleep. This conservation process was a stinging rebuke to the improvident orientals and to present-day prodigals: of that wonderful bounty with which God has blessed our land. God gives to us that we may use for other. Joy dies unless it is shared. Jesus is the living bread (John 6:48), and will satisfy hunger and life even as bread generates in the human body heat, vitality and power; so he would still feed the hungry soul of mankind. We have at hand the word, and it is for lack of it that men die in the deepest, truest sense of that word. The poverty and perplexity of the disciples in his presence and in the presence of this great need are being repeated over and over today, and yet it is absurd. We have not enough to feed the multitude. Our few leaves of amusements, mental activities and social service will not feed them, but when we break unto them the Living Bread, they have enough and to spare. The difficulty with the distribution of material for the needs of mankind is not that there is not enough grain, but rather that in the process of distribution certain companies of men can control the fruits of the earth, and withhold them from the consumer for their own profit. Is there not a parable in this for the church in that it is so much concerned with its own joys, pleasures and profits that it is withholding from the mass of mankind, especially in the foreign field, the bread which alone can bring life and immortality to light? Summary: (1) The hope of the world's salvation is in the wonderful power of God in multiplying the little we give to him in the way of service. (2) If we bring no gifts how can God bless man? Compare this boy's service with the service of the little maid in Naaman's household. (3) Conservation of the fragments, using well or wasting the fragments of time, of opportunity, etc., makes all the difference between success and failure. (4) Let nothing be lost. The refuse of petroleum is today worth more than the oil product. Church Director St James A. M. E. Church, St Ford- inand and Pendleton Streets—Sunday, Sunday-school, 9:30 a. m. Preaching, 11 a. m., and 5 p. m. Young Peoples' Societies, 5 to 7:30. Class meeting, Tuesday, 8 p. m. Rev. William H. Peck, pastor. Northern I. Street—Sunday, ing, 5:30 a. w. and 8 p. m. B. Y. P. U., 7:30 p. m. e. p. m. each W Ward Chapel A. M. E. Church. Kin- Sunday-school, 1:30 p. m.; Thursday. Class meeting, 8:00 p. m. J. W. Garver, pastor. Joeh, Mo.—Sunday, Preaching 11 a. m. St. Peters' A. M. E. Church, Elliot and Montgomery Sts., Sunday: Preaching, 11:00 a. m., and 8:00 p. m. Sunday-school, 2 p. m. Rev. S. S. Pitcher, pastor. St. Marks A. M. E. Zion Church, Loffingwell and Bernard St—Services at 11:00 a. m. Sunday-school at 1:00 p. m. Class meeting, Friday evening at 8:00. Reverend F. W. Alstork, the pastor, will preach special sermons, morning and evening. QUINN CHAPEL A. M. E. Church, 321 Bowen (St. Preaching, 11:00 a. m. and 8:00 p. m. Sunday-school, 9:00 a. m. Class meeting, Thursday. Rev. T. L. Watson, Pastor. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH, 6216 Wells Ave.—Preaching Sundays, 11 a. m., and 8 p. m. Sunday School, 1 p. m. Prayer meeting, Thursdays, 8 p. m. Rev. E. L. Clarks, pastor. Grant's A. M. E. Church, 6726 Bleek Ave.—Sunday preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday-school 3 p. m. Mr. Blackwell, Supt. Rev. W. H. Pearson, pastor. Residence 3024 Pine St. Wayman A. M. E. Church, 23rd and Wash Street.—Preaching 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Endeavor 6:30 p. m. Class meeting Tuesday, 8 p. m. Prayer meeting Thursday, 8 p. m. Rev. A. R. Dobbins, pastor. Sunday school, 1:30 p. m. First Baptist Church, 1829 Clark Ave.—Sunday preaching 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday-school, 9:30 a. m. B. Y. P. U. 6:30 p. m. Preaching, Wednesday night by local preachers. Prayer meeting, Friday 8 p. m. Rev. W. O. Davis, pastor, 4384 Lucky St. First Baptist Church of Kinloch, Mo.—Sunday, preaching 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday-school at 10 a. m. Bible reading at 6:30 p. m. Weekly meetings, Tuesday and Thursday at 8 p. m. Communion, second Sunday in each month. Rev. P. Hople, pastor; E. L. Brown, elerk. Leonard Avenue Baptist Church: 36 S. Leonard Age.—Sunday, Preaching 11:00 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday School 1:00 p. m. B. Y. P. U. 6:00 p. m Prayer Meeting Wednesday night. Mount Zion Baptist Church, 2624 Papin St, Sunday: Preaching, 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Sunday-school 1:30 p.m. Prayer meeting, Friday, 8:00 p.m. Dr. J. Douglass Herben, Pastor. Lutheran Church, 1701 Morgan St. Sunday preaching 8 p.m. Sunday- school 3 p.m. Catechetical Instru- ction, Thursday, 8 p.m. Day School, every day, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Rev. G. A. Schmidt. Asbury Memorial M. E. Church, 4291 Cottage Ave. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; preaching 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Epworth League, 7 p.m. Class meet- ing and Bible class, Wednesday, 8 p. 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Mount Oliva Baptist Church, 1429 N. 12th Street—Preaching every Sunday, 11 a. m., 3 p. m. and 8 p. m.; Sunday-school, 1 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m.; Mission Circle, fourth Sunday in each month. Rev. D. W. Morris, Pastor. Antioch Baptist Church, North Market and Goode Ave. Preaching, Sundays at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday School at 1 p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p. m. Prayer meeting, Wednesday at 8 p. m. Communion Services, Second Sunday in each month. Rev. Wm. L. Perry, M. D. Pastor. Third. Corinthian Baptist Church, 13th and Biddle streets.—Sunday, prayer meeting, 5 p. m. Preaching, 11 a. m. 3 p. m. and 8:30 p. m. Sunday school, 1 p. m. Prayer meeting, Tuesday night. Preaching, Thursday night. Fourth Sunday in each month Covenant and Communion. Rev. J. W. Hall, pastor; M. C. Crosby, clerk; Pete Brown, treasurer. Providence Baptist Church, Kennarly and Pendleton Avenues—Sunday, preaching 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday-school, 1 p. m. B. Y. P. U. 7 p. m. Prayer meeting, Friday 8 p. m. Covenant and Lord's Supper, fourth Sunday 3 p. m. Mission Circle Prayer Meeting third Friday, 8:30 p. m. Rev. E. Calvin Cole, pastor, 3121 Fair Ave. Corinthian Baptist Church, 445 Antelope, Sunday Preaching, 11:00 a. m. and 8:00 p. m. Sabbath school, 10:00 a. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6 p. m. Wednesday: Preaching 8:00 p. m.; Friday: Prayer Meeting, 8 p. m., Mission service, third Friday, 8 p. m. Business meeting Friday before the fourth Lord's day in each month. Rev. Wm. Anderson, Pastor. Mt. Olive Baptist Church No. 2, 1405 Morgan St. Sunday, prayer meeting, 5 a.m.; preaching, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Sunday-school, 1:30 p.m. Prayer meeting and Mission Circle, Tuesday night. Prayer and praise meeting, Friday night. Third Sunday in each month Covenant meeting. Fourth Sunday communion. Rev. A. Dickson, pastor, Thomas Miller, clerk SPIRITUALIST CHURCHES Spiritual Christian Union Church, 2727 Lawton Avenue. Sundays 8 p.m. Fridays, 8 p.m. J. S. Weatherford, rector; Mrs. M. 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VIVAUDOU'S For a generous trial help of the exceptional tooth paste, send it to the store under the name of VIVAUDOU'S, Dep. 5, Broomfield, New York, N. Y. NEW MOVIE THEATRE MARKET NEAR JEFFERSON THE HOUSE OF SELECTED PHOTOPLAYS Saturday, March 3 "THE SEVENTH SON" A Historical Drama of the Civil War and "DIVORCE AND THE DAUGHTER" Sunday, March 4 W. S. HART In the "Apostle of Vengeance" A Master Production with a Master Actor and Others Monday, March 5 THE EVIL WOMEN DO Blue Bird Master Photoplay Fifth Episode of PATRIA WITH MRS. VERNON CASTLE and HAM AND BUD Tuesday, March 6 Eleventh Episode of PEARL OF THE ARMY and Keystone Comedies Wednesday, March 7 SECRET KINGDOM—GRANT, POLICE REPORTER and LEW FIELDS IN "THE OLD DUTCH" Thursday, March 8 "THE HERO OF SUBMARINE D2" A Timely Production and Beatrice Fairfax Friday, March 9 First Episode of "THE AMERICAN GIRL" The Serial Supreme With the Entire Cast of "The Girl From Frisco" Series COMING TO THE COMET Tuesday, March 6 The great renowned stage and mov- ing picture actress Every Wednesday "A LASS OF THE LUMBERLANDS" Featuring Miss Helen Holmes Every Thursday "THE PURPLE MASK" Every Friday "THE CRIMSON STAIN MYSTERY" The Pendleton PENDLBON & FINNEY The Home of the Best—The Place Where Nice People Go SPECIAL Sunday, March 4 "THE LAW DECIDES" Based on Domestic Difficulties, in seven very interesting parts. CHANGE OF PROGRAM DAILY Coming Saturday, March 10 Mrs. Vernon Castle, in "PATRIA" SEVEN CHURCH BAPTIST UNION The Seven Church Baptist Union meet February 26, with the Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 1405 Morgan St., Rev. A. Dixon, pastor. The meeting was called to order by President Hall. An excellent paper was read by Sister Hall, the president's wife. This was followed by a powerful and wonderful sermon by our dear Rev. G. W. Clemmons, theme, "God's Plan to Save the World." The Holy Spirit was with the speaker and he brought a burning message. It's wonderful to attend the meetings of this union and listen to the glorious singing and Gospel sermons. Rev. S. A. Love was a pleasant visitor and gave a very instructive talk. We want the public to know that the union is marching on in the strength of a mighty. God and we cordially invite you to come and be with us. Next meeting to be held with the New Hope Baptist Church, Rev. J. W. Ellington, pastor, 1602 Morgan St. Sermon by Rev. Robinson, pastor of Bethel Baptist Church. Don't forget the Women's Meeting at the Bethel Baptist Church, Sunday, at 2 p. m. Collection, $12.00. Benediction, Rev. Clemmons, Rev. J. Hall, president; E. Molton, secretary. ATTEND Railroad men's annual sermon at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, Sunday, March 4, at 11 a. m. Subject, "The Gospel Highway." Jno. Hammond, chairman; Robt. Eaton, treasurer; T. A. Crenshaw, secretary, Pullman Porters' Benefit Association; C. H. Thomas, president; J. E. Jacke, treasurer; G. J. Alexander, secretary Benevolent Order of Pullman Porters; Rev. B. G. Shaw, pastor. ATHLETICS AND AMUSEMENTS By H. T. M. THEATRES THE BOOKER WASHINGTON THEATRE SHOW THIS WEEK The vaudeville show at the Booker Washington Theatre this week is just passable, barely so. Ora Brown, a singer, who opens the show, presents three song numbers and does a little dancing. Her act up to the average of female singles. Watts and Ringgold, a team that is capable of featuring any ordinary bill, is rather disappointing this week, on account of staleness. Miss Ringgold has always been a favorite in St. Louis, because she is a hard working, original and conscientious actress, but since teaming with Watts she has failed to take on new and up-to-date dope and theatre goers are tiring of "the same thing over again." The Great Adams, a trick bicycle performer, closes the show with a sure enough "big time" act. Adams does about everything imaginable with his bicycle as a whole and in parts. Many of the stunts are of the 'Dare Devil' variety and furnish enough thrill to keep the patrons' nerves on edge. He closes with a dance on a single wheel and gets plenty of deserved applause. THE UNBORN The photoplay "The Unborn," being featured this week is truly a powerful and convincing sermon on the evils of unnatural birth prevention. The story is constructed around an erring son, who must suffer for the sin of adultery. He forsakes an innocent girl to marry one whose social activities make childhood undesirable. There is no happiness in this childless union and he longs for, seeks and finds one whom he adopts; only to find, after a brief spell of pleasure that he has taken his own son, born of the little girl he forsook, into his own home. The discovery breaks the union, for the son refuses to remain with the man who ruined his mother. The situation is intense and brings tears to the eyes of the hardest heart. There is not an objectionable scene or action in the entire drama. It is a lesson, carefully detailed without offense. There will be a matinee, with lecture, for ladies only Saturday afternoon, beginning at 2 o'clock. Everybody will be admitted at the Saturday and Sunday night shows and the Sunday afternoon matinee. The play should be seen by every one. The moral lesson taught will save many a young man and woman from degradation, and save many a married couple from an unhappy existence. NEXT WEEK AT THE BOOKER WASHINGTON THEATRE The complete bill for next week's show at the Booker Washington Theatre had not been made up when the argus went to press. The program will include Clark and Kinky and Edoua Henderson and Edith Briscoe, a sister team. The balance of the bill is being picked with care, as Mr. Turin says another "knoek out" shows due. NEW SERIAL AT MOVIE "The American Girl," a series of two part Western dramas, will start at the New Movie Theatre Friday, March 9, and will be shown every Friday. The members of the cast are the same used in "The Girl From Frisco." Critics say it is better and will achieve greater popularity than the risco serial. BREAKS NEW GROUND New Orleans, La., Feb. 19.—After playing the All-Race film, The Trooper of Troop.K., in every "mixed" theater in this city, the local manager of the Lincoln Motion Picture Company, went one better by booking the great feature into a theater which plays to "white" people only; not in a dream, but in actual reality. For the first time in history a solid white audience in the south has sat through and applauded a race feature, the work of Noble M. Johnson and his capable company having created a distinct sensation, the three-reel thriller being featured on an all-star vaudeville bill. It would have done the heart of the readers of the Argus good to have passed the No Name theater and to have seen the heavy billing of the all-colored cast, photos and lithos. This theater, is located on Canal Street, the Broadway of the south, and the fact that the picture went over great shows the truth of the adage that "Ability means success." It drew a record attendance. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH By Miss Sadie Pillow We had a glorious meeting last Sunday, Rev. S. J. Johnson, of Greenville, Mina, delivered a very interesting sermon to a very acceptable congregation of members and several visitors. Two joined, Bro. Epps, Jr., a candidate for baptism, and the other a lay Christian. All enjoyed the visiting pastor's sermons and showed their appreciation by being in their seats at a proper hour. Rev. Watson, of Louisville, Ky., will preach Sunday. All are welcome. THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS OLYMPIA 1420-22 MAY The Biggest and Best with it 9 pieces of good orchestra Rightly we can say, that we give the b SUNDAY A Triangle—Kay Bel Drama Thomas H. Inge Production A Keystone Comedy A Tom Mix Western Drama And One Reel Detective Drama MONDAY OLYMPIA THEATRE 1420-22 MARKET STREET The Biggest and Best with its $7,000 Orchestration equal to 9 pieces of good orchestra, including Pipe Organ. A World Feature The Girl From Frisco TUESDAY A Fox Wonder Play and the Crimson Stain 10,000 UNIFORM IN CAMP AT 40,000 VISITORS AUGUST 1 19th Biennial Session Supreme Court 9th National En- Uniform Rank K Jurisdiction, N. A., S. THE FOLLOWING CONCER- LOCATED ON THE CAMP G Souvenir Programs Restaurant Melons Ice Cream And 25 more good concessions and d Headquarters Ways a CAPT. JAMES SHACKELFO Chairman 3141 Lawton Ave UNIFORM KNIGHTS IN CAMP AT ST. LOUIS, MO. 40,000 VISITORS ONE BIG WEEK AUGUST 19th To 25th 19th Biennial Session of the Supreme Lodge Supreme Court of Calanthe and 9th National Encampment of the Uniform Rank Knights of Pythias Jurisdiction, N. A., S. A., E., A., A., and A. THE FOLLOWING CONCESSIONS FOR SALE TO BE LOCATED ON THE CAMP GROUNDS. A CITY IN ITSELF: Souvenir Programs Country Store Barber Shop Restaurant Official Photos Pressing Shop Melons Ice Cream Chewing Gum Pop Corn and Candy And 25 more good concessions and displays. Address all communications Headquarters Ways and Means Committee, CAPT. JAMES SHACKELFORD COL. CHAS. A. MILLS, Chairman Secretary SALE FOR STORAGE CHARGES. To Mrs. M. A. Bell, lot No. 772; Carl Duisickler, lot No. 1656; Geo. Holbrooks, lot No. 1572; Amanda Jones, lot No. 1417; Walter Johnson, lot No. 1369; Oscar Klages, lot No. 1316; Edw. Murphy, lot No. 1643; Pauline Milton, lot No. 1469; J. P. Mullen, lot No. 1258; Mrs. W. E. Nevels, lot No. 1627; Martin Ransom, lot No. 1211; E. M. Shelly, lot No. 1608; Lillie Smith, lot No. 1399; Lillie Smith, lot No. 1580; F. H. Shilders, lot No. 1347; E. G. 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THEATRE MARKET STREET s $7,000 Orchestration equal to tra, including Pipe Organ. best program for our attractions in the city. WEDNESDAY A Vitagraph Supper Production And The Scarlet Runner THURSDAY Triangle Drama, A Keystone Comedy and Beatrice Fairfax FRIDAY Pathe Gold Rooster Feature than the Iron Claw SATURDAY A Fox—Powerful Drama and the 'The Shielding Shadow,' better Yellow Menace. KNIGHTS ST. LOUIS, MO. ONE BIG WEEK 9th To 25th of the Supreme Lodge of Calanthe and campment of the Knights of Pythias A., E., A., A., and A. SESSIONS FOR SALE TO BE ROUNDS. A CITY IN ITSELF: Country Store | Barber Shop Special Photos Pressing Shop Drawing Gum, Pop Corn and Candy Displays. Address all communications and Means Committee, RD COL. CHAS. A. MILLS, Secretary - St. Louis, Mo. WOMEN, READ THESE GLAD TIDINGS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THIS ONE OF THE GREATEST NEWS-PAPERS. 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