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ST.LOUIS PALLADIUM. A. J. T. THE CHURCH OF THE NATIONAL SCHOOL FOR WOMEN ST. PAUL CHAPEL, 2800 LAWTON AVENUE, Where Conference Will be Held, October 7, 1903. Pastor of St. Paul's chapel, leading church west of the Mississippi, has made the grandest success of any pastor since the organization of this church. His integrity and Christian bearing have taught the people of St. Louis to love and respect him, regardless of denomination. A.M.E. CONFERENCE. The conference of the A. M. E. church, known as the Missouri conference, will open next Wednesday at 9 a.m. Bishop C. T. Shaffer will preside. Religious services will be conducted by Rev. B. W. Stewert, who will preach the sacramental sermon. The Lord's supper will be administered by Bishop Shaffer. From all indications, this will be the most harmonious conference that has ever been held for years. Although the delegates to the general conference will be elected, that feeling of jealousy does not exist. The Spirit of Christ seems to pervade the minds and hearts of the brethren. The most competent and Christ-like men will be selected as delegates. CONFERENCE DIRECTORY. The Forty-ninth session of the Missouri Annual Conference of the A. M. E church will convene in St. Paul chapel A. M. E. church, corner Leffingwell and Lawton avenue, Wednesday, October 7, 1903, at 9 a. m. The members of the conference will be entertained as follows: Rt. Rev. C. T. Shaffer, D. M. D. and Rev. D. P. Roberts, by Mrs. D. P. Roberts, 15 North Leffingwell avenue. Rev. J. Allen, P. E., by Mrs. J. W. Thompson, 2812 Adams street. Rev. J. D. Barksdale, P. E., and N. C. Buren, P. E. by Mrs. A. Austin, 2605 Lawton avenue. Rev. H. B. Parker, and J. C. C. Owens by Mrs. Elmira Napier, 2633 Pine street. Rev. William Hawkins by Mrs. Victor Pleison, 2332 Wash street. for Johnson, 2352 Wash street. Revs. I. N. and H. H. Triplett by Mrs. Geo. W. O'Hara, 2641 Morgan street. Rev. James Madison by Mrs. James Madison, 2602 Baldwin street. Revs. Wm. Martin and C. L. Jack- son, by Mrs. C. Clark, 3924 Fairfax avenue. Revs. E. W. Clemens and J. M. Townsend, by Mrs. C. Baker, 2636 Lucas avenue. Revs. A. A. Gilbert, by Mrs. S. B. Berrier, 4000 Finney avenue. Revs. H. H. McAlister and J. M. Collins, by Mrs. Theo. Williams, 2727 Wash street. Revs. J. E. Christopher and E. Thomas, 6120 Minnesota avenue. Revs. J. R. Hopkins, P. W. Chester and A. T. Lewis, by Mrs. Jerome Ross, 2603 Lawton avenue. Revs. J. B. Wallace and G. W. New- man, by Miss M. A. Brown, 3224 Law- ton avenue. Rev. B. W. Stewart, by Mrs. Geo. Thomas, 3019 Clark avenue. Rev. C. N. Douglass. by Mrs. J. ROBERTS. Bennings, 4339 Cottage avenue. Rev. T. L. Watson, by Mrs. T. Turner, 2505 North Lefflingw avenue. Revs. James Chandler and J. R. Randalls, by Mrs. J. H. Parker, 4306 St. Ferdinand avenue. Rev. L. P. Duke, by Mrs. L. P. Duke, 2611 North Lefflingw avenue. Rev. W. H. Spurlock, by Mrs. H. Armstrong, 2646 Shenandoah avenue. Rev. L. H. Harris, by Mrs. L. H. Harris, 2807 Lambdin avenue. Rev. W. F. Hamilton and J. E. S. Reed, by Mrs. Viola Saunders, 2329 Market street. Rev. Wm. Alexander, by Mrs. J. R. Jones, 315 South Twenty-first street. Rev. J. F. Sage and M. McFerrin, by Mrs. Wm. Jones, 4228 Kennerly avenue. Rev. P. Thurman and L. J. Johnson, by Mrs. Alice Preston, 3412 LaSalle street. Rev. E. R. Vaughn and W. T. Vernon, by Mrs. W. L. Hartgraves, 4405 St. Ferdinand avenue. Rev. G. W. Cross, by Mrs. Cross, 1406 Poplar street. Revs. J. C. Caldwell and A. O. D. Steel, by Mrs. Gee. Mckoin, 6145 Ella avenue. Revs. W. C. and C. A. Williams, by Mrs. W. C. Williams, 2509 Pendleton avenue. Rev. and Mrs. S. L. Bean, by Mrs. C. J. Johnson, 24 South Leonard avenue. Revs. P. W. Weaver and S. S. Pitcher, by Mrs. Ellen Elders, 2621 Morgan street. Rev. F. E. Clark, by Mrs. F. E. Clark, 723 North Twenty-second street. Rev. S. L. Watson; by Mrs. S. L. Watson, 2315 Papin street. Mrs. E. Howard; by Mrs. E. Slemmons, 4354 Cottage avenue. Rev. R. Phillips, by Mrs. Emily Stauthers, 703 North Twenty-second street. Rev. H. Moman by Mrs. H. Moman, 2820 Olive street. Revs. I. H. Johnson and W. B. Long, by Mrs. J. B. Bennings, 4334 Cottage avenue. Rev. J. W. Wiley, by Mrs. S. Douglass, 4344 Cottage avenue. Rev. D. J. Gordon, by Mrs. S. Mack, 2610 Wash street. Revs. H. McTassel and W. L. Fisher, by Mrs. E. Delany, 2664 Lucas avenue. Revs. C. Cummings and J. H. Foster, by Mrs. Lang, 3226 Lawton avenue. Rev. E. S. Brown, 2636 Baldwin street. Rev. P. North, 3858 Washington avenue. Rev. J. W. Wheeler, 2617 Lawton avenue. Rev. Benj. King, 5236 North Broadway. Rev. O. M. Harris, 1738 North Twelfth street. All others not assigned will please report to pastor of St. Paul chapel. PROGRAMME —Wednesday, October 7, at 8 p. m.— Welcome Address, His Honor, Mayor Rolla Wells. ST. LOUIS, MO., SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 1903. Response, Rev. W. T. Vernon, D. D., president of Western university; Rev. S. W. Parr, pastor Leonard Avenue Presbyterian church. Response, Rev. L. H. Harris, Belmont, Mo.; Prof. Arthur D. Langston, principal Dumas school; Rev. J. D. Barksdale, D. D., P. E. Kansas City, Mo. Respectfully, REV. D. P. ROBERTS Pastor CITY NEWS. Notes and News Concerning Our People--Weekly Record of Social Events, Deaths, Marriages and Births--Written Especially for St. Louis Palladium. W. C. WILLIAMS and J. H. ALLEN P. E. IN BUSINESS Mr. W. J. R. Orey and Mr. Thomas Mason, of Dallas, Texas, are here in business at 2220 and 2222 in the rear of the Rose Bud saloon, on Market street. The two gentlemen are professional caterers. They formerly were always selected as caterers at the Dallas fair. They have two large public dining rooms and one private dining room. This is the finest cafa in the city. You can get anything that is in the market at your own price, from 5-cent up to 50-cent dinner. Don't fail to call and see for yourself. NEWS FROM NEWPORT. Newport has passed another quiet Sabbath, with the exception of a single street brawl, in which one of its school girls participated. Too many of our girls consider such actions smart, thereby losing all respect for good morals. Some one credits one of Newport's educational leaders with having no sense. If he hasn't any sense, he at least has not been credited with anything immoral. If attempting to raise the moral and educational standard of the race is an indication of a lack of sense, perhaps he is guilty. The Madison board of education promised a committee of the Booker Washington league to appoint a truant officer to look after the children of Newport schools. Parents will learn that information given them through The Palladium and Supt. Baer is no untruth. Citizens of Newport are cordially invited to attend the league's course of study in civics, from 6 to 8 p. m., at G. W. Young's hall, Sunday evening. Mr. Lewis Watkins, The Palladium agent in Newport, is an enthusiastic one, and is determined to have his friends and citizens in general subscribe for it. A gentleman of Newport wishes to inform the public there that a certain family is harboring his wife. He has two little boys, who sadly need a month's care. Interfering between husband and wife is like playing with fire. It is a dangerous proceeding. # 國民革命軍元帥 Ex-clerk of the court of criminal correction, and one of St. Louis' honored citizens. AN ENJOYABLE EVENT. One of the most pleasing and fashionable events of the past week was the reception given the Minuet club last Friday evening at the home of Miss Viola Hyatt, 4026 Lucky street. The house was very prettily decorated. Mrs. Meltonia Mason presided at the piano and an enjoyable evening was spent. Dancing and instrumental music were the main features, followed at 11 o'clock, by supper. Among the ladies and gentlemen present were: Okie Johnson, Oscar Ficklin; Mamie Walton, Dave Douglass; Julia Harris, Henry McGill; Pearl Louis, Eckle Louis; Maud Smith, Earnest Walker; Beatrice Hindlin, Edward Levey; May Robertson, Mose Hillard; Bob Bramhain, Horemah Mallory; Tom Irving, Justina Freman; Ida Savage, Hagel Donalison; Jennie Meyer, Eugene Newton; Dorrie Irving, Ralph Stone; Pearl Alexander, Will Hyatt; Henrietta Harris, Edgar Poke; Laura Shelton, Ralph Price; Viola Langfore, Leroy Hyatt; Jennie Hunter, Henry Langfore; Clara Louis, Levis Hunter; Jessie Johnson, Marion Brown; Viola Hyatt, Calvin Lewis; Lura Boddy, Edgar Stovall; Milton Mason, Elwood Johnson; Clothtall Huddling, Wiley Williams; Cora Louis, Mitchel Hyatt, Tom Crawford, and others. CITY NEWS. Notes and News Concerning Our People--Weekly Record of Social Events, Deaths, Marriages and Births--Written Especially for St. Louis Palladium. Lawyer Farmer is considered a good lawyer by all. PHOTO OF GRAND LODGE, U. B. OF F. AND S. M. T. Mrs. Alice Sims will soon be called to teach in our public schools. Dr. S. P. Stafford has the largest practice of any doctor in St. Louis. Mrs. M. A. Lawrence is somewhat indisposed, but hopes to be out in a few days. Dr. J. W. McDowell seems to be the busy doctor. He is always anxious to do good. Dr. Scott, of Twenty-third street, has a good practice. He is wide-awake to business. We have hope of the good people of Madison, Ill. Our reporter is on the look-out. Lawyer Jones is said to understand and know more law than any of his associates. Miss Annie Brockway is teaching school this year. Her friends all wish her success. Mrs. Frankie Phelps, of 1728 Morgan street, is sick. She is a member of Adah temble No. 32. Mrs. Florence Carron, of 1310 Gay street, is sick. She is a member of Adah temple No. 32. Mrs. C. McKinney, who has been ill since April, is able to be up again. We hope for her entire recovery. A new second-hand furniture store has been opened at 806 North Fourteenth street by L. W. Vinegar. Miss Manie Clemmens left last Wednesday to visit her mother in Mo., also her brother. Our old friend and brother, W. T. Curtis, will soon embark in the saloon business. Watch The Palladium. We wonder where The Eagle bird is. We haven't heard of those people for some time. Answer, J. D. Miller. The Ladies' Noonday Social club will meet with Mrs. A. Tillman, 4010 Finney avenue, Thursday, October 8. Dr. W. P. Curtis spends much of his time looking after the charitable institutions and our people generally. Mr. Hugh Mally, our efficient mail clerk in the post office, stands at the head, and is one of the best in the office. The Paladium man has resolved to look upon the bright side of the picture, and be blind to all faults, except his own. Mrs. Hattie Williams has been appointed deputy mistress of the order of the S. M. T. in St. Louis. We wish her success. The Sumner high school girls, take them all in all, stand ahead of all other high school girls for modesty and good behavior. W. C. Gordon, the undertaker, is doing a good business. Yes, he knows how to gain the people's good will. No. 2218 Morgan street. We would like to have the cuts of prominent business and professional men, to appear in the St. Louis Pallathem at the World's fair. The mysterious social given by the executive board of the Women's convention, last Monday evening, at Sexton's garden was quite a success. The Ruth club will serve dinner next Sunday. The president, Mrs. Leath Newcum, will consider it a pleasure to serve all who attend. Miss Emily Brockway, of 3508 Bernard street, who has been at Provident hospital, in Chicago, has completed her course as a trained nurse. The photo of Grand Lodge, taken by Mrs Denslow, of Macon, Mo., is an excellent reproduction. Every member ought to have one. Price, 65 cents. Mr. L. Allen, of 2623 Thomas street, will entertain the Gentleman's Social club, Monday evening, October 5. All members are requested to be present. Mr. Allen Harris and J. D. Russell will manufacture head and foot boards for graves. Call at 702 North Sixteenth street. Phone; Kinloch C957. The Carnation club gave a Chinese paper waist party last Tuesday evening. It was quite a success, Mrs. M. J. Grant, president, Mrs. E. L. Vauple, secretary. Miss Jennett Myers, of 2622 Lawton avenue, was the belle at a party given on Lucky street a few days ago. She stands unimpeached as the star of Lawton avenue. Anderson Russell, the undertaker, is doing a fine business, and will make his mark, as he is yet a young man. Some woman will soon, soon! Well, he is not married. No. 2120 Market street. Mr. A. Tillman, in company with six of the N. D. S. club ladies, spent a very pleasant evening at Sexton's garden. While some of the unknown club members are at home, Mr. Tillman is enjoying life. A FRIEND. The clubs of First Baptist church—Ruth, Pleasant Workers,Carnation and Gentlemen's—will give a fair soon, for the purpose of raising $2,000. This will be one of the grandest affairs ever given in the city. The officers of the St. Louis B. P. Y. U. are requested to meet at the residence of Mr. A. W. Washington, 2011 Walnut street, at 3 p.m., on the third Sunday in October. Mr. Washington desires those who will attend to inform him at once. Lookout for the most intelligent girls of the city "The W. X. Y. Z girls, who organized their club a year and a half ago in Elleardsville. They are better known as "The Vills," and will again very soon show their faces to the public. In due time the predictions of The Palladium are coming true. What's that? School girls and boys or men don't go together. When girls can spend half of the night in a ball room, and glanting men and boys on the street at night, Summer high school has no use for them. The Palladium man had made up his mind to let the matter of the school girls rest, but since a few would-be women pass The Pallidium and never speak, we will again start on these upstarts, and show them and the public that they can fool the mother and father, but not the Palladium man. We know more than we shall tell. So, so, so! J. F. C. The Jumper Fishing club of South St. Louis of late has met with wonderful success, catching fish in abundance, weighing from one pound up. The champion fisherman of this club is Henry Sealy. He can't be beat. Sunday last he caught fish enough to supply all the members of the club and their families. The club consists of four members, Henry Sealy, president; Horace Gray, vice-president; secretary, William Berzey, treasurer, Ben Long. Don't fail to see the Jumper Fishermen when they go on a fishing tour this fall. Uniform bright yellow jumpers, blue trousers, white caps, red fishing poles and sinkers to match. The next meeting of this club will be held Saturday evening October 3, at the Red Light club rooms, on Second street, of which Walter Sandalls is president and general manager. S. M. T. Elizabeth Temple No. 12, of S. M. T., meets the first and fourth Fridays in each month. This is the leading temple in St. Louis, having a membership of over 100. For the splendid condition of this temple, Mrs. Hattie Williams is much the cause of its success. She is respected and loved by not only members, but by the entire order, as she has been deputy mistress for a number of years. She is vice-grand princess of the order in this state. She has a co-worker in the person of Mrs. Lula Brunner, secretary of the temple. She is indeed the pet of the temple, whom all delight to honor. Every officer and member of this temple adds much to its success. W. P., Mrs. Hattie Williams, residence 703 North Garrison avenue. Mrs. Lula Brunner, secretary, residence 2836 Bell street. WEDDING. A very pretty wedding was the center of attraction Wednesday, the 23rd, Miss Edith Floyd, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Floyd, being united in marriage to W. Wallace McIntyre. Miss Anna Choen was bridesmaid, and Mr. W. Washington best man. Mr. and Mrs. McIntyre left the same evening for their new home in East St. Louis. They received many useful and valuable presents. We wish them a long and happy life. ST. LOUIS HELPING HAND AID SOCIETY Will give a grand rally at Webster Groves, Mo., Sunday, October 4, 1903. All ministers and their congregations are cordially invited to attend. MRS. E. KIMBLE, President. MRS. A. M'ALISTER,Vice-President. MRS. ARBUCKLE, Secretary. REV. J. KENNEDY, Pastor. [Name] [We are indebted to the Globe-Democrat for the cut.] Christian Peper sank into rest Saturday afternoon, after a short illness, with bronchial pneumonia. The pioneer tobacco merchant was born in Germany, but came to this country when he was 13 years old. We would be ungrateful to ourselves and untrue to manhood if we did not give the utterance of our heart in the loss of such a good man as Christian Peper Since the 17th of July, 1867, Mr. Peper had been a firm friend of the Palladium man. It was through his influences that J. W. Wheeler was appointed as overseer in the street department, which position he held for nine years, and when in reverse circumstances he sought Mr. Peper and was always guided by his instructions. No better man ever lived than Mr. Peper, and we say his place can never be filled, for in our heart and memory his advice and instructions will forever live. He was always the same true friend, and no one knew him except to love, honor and respect him. Once in speaking to an old friend, he asked him his age. The man said: "I am 56 years of age." "Why, that is nothing," replied Mr. Peper. "you are just in the prime of life. I am 77 years old, and yet feel strong and vigorous." But it was only a short time after that he left this world of toll, and we say with true earnestness: "Good men will die and leave behind them footprints on the sands of time." The funeral services took place from the family residence, 4445 San Francisco avenue. Tuesday afternoon. The house in which Mr. Peper died was the family residence for 40 years. His many friends will mourn his death with the six children he left. The interment was made in Bellefontaine cemetery. ANTIOCH CHURCH NOTES. The B. Y. P. U. is doing nicely under their faithful leader, Mr. Allen Tillman. Rev. Brown, pastor of Pilgrim Baptist church, will preach at Antioch next Sunday, at 11 a.m. Antioch church is receiving a new coat of paint. Will the officers see that it is kept clean? Attorney J. A. Smith preached Wednesday evening, the 23d, at Antioch church, from the 29th verse of the 18th chapter of II. Samuel. The young man handled the subject well. People who say property is high now are 'way off. They mean rent. I still have some bargains in houses. Buy, and make money next year. HUTCHINS INGE, Lawyer and Real Estate Agent, 1107 Clark Avenue and 2633 Pine. CHARITY. Next week The Palladium will contain an item from all the ministers of the conference. So watch out for the conference issue. Miss Isabel Morgan, of 2627 Papin street, will soon be a regular teacher, as she has been called out several times this week. Our reporter called upon our North St. Louis reporter for news, but her beau was present, and she could not leave the room—2605. Rumor has it that they will soon be one. Next week we will publish the condition of the Hospital, and a full list of those who contribute to this call of charity. Everybody should contribute, that their names may go before the world a lover of charity. St. Louis Palladium. J. W. WHEELER, Editor and Manager, ST. LOUIS. & MISSOURI. After an absence of 13 weeks spent at Oyster Bay, N. Y., President Roosevelt returned, on the 28th, to Washington, D. C. Superintendent Elliott Woods was, on the 26th, instructed to have the capitol building ready for a session of congress November 9. Postmaster-General Payne, on the 29th, informed the president that he would have ready for him the report of the post office investigation by October 20. Sir Michael Herbert, the British ambassador to the United States, died, on the 29th, at Davos-Platz, Switzerland, after a long and plucky fight against consumption, which terminated with tragic suddenness. The civil service commission has received a call from the Philippines government for 150 male teachers, and will hold examinations at various cities on October 19 and 20. The salaries range from $900 to $1,200 per annum. The incendiary has made his appearance thus early on the St. Louis World's fair grounds. An attempt was made, on the night of the 27th, to set fire to the Agricultural building, supposedly by some discharged workman. Two big special freights left Salina, Kas., on the 26th, for western Kansas to relieve wheat congestion. Elevators were filled, and thousands of bushels were on the ground along the track. Like conditions unknown before. Immigration figures for the first two months of the fiscal year show an increase of 38 per cent. over the corresponding period of the last fiscal year and cause the prediction that the total for the present fiscal year will exceed 1,000,000. According to an address delivered by the United States treasurer, Ellis H. Roberts, to assembled bankers in Washington, the nation has more gold in the treasury than any country on earth; nearly as much as any other two powers combined. Notices were issued at Terre Haute Ind., on the 26th, of an advance of 25 cents a ton in the price of coal at the mines in the Linton (Ind.) field, to take effect October 1. It was understood that there would be advances elsewhere in the state. H. Melville Hanna, a brother of Senator Mark Hanna, on the 29th, gave $100,000 to the Western Reserve university at Cleveland, O., the income of which is to be devoted to the promotion of instruction and research in anatomy and kindred subjects. A mass meeting of protest against the situation in Macedonia was held in St. James' hall, London, on the 29th, and was presided over by the bishop of Worcester. Resolutions were adopted urging the government to take action looking to the putting an end to Turkish rule in Macedonia. The Harris county (Tex.) has approved a fee of $100,000 for Baker, Bott, Baker & Lovett for legal services renewed the estate of W. M. Rice, the millionaire, who was murdered in New York several years ago by Albert T. Patrick. This is the largest fee ever allowed in Texas in a single case. The 1903 crop of broom corn was reported, on the 26th, to be moving rapidly at $100 a ton, one of the highest prices ever paid for brush at harvest time. One farmer sold his crop of 50 tons at Arcola, Ill., at $100 a ton. The weather for harvesting was ideal, and the crop gathered was in good shape. The secretary of the interior, on the 29th, informed the department of justice that the Creek Indians had been selling allotted fands without the approval of the secretary, which was against the law and the treaty. The attorney-general advised that the deeds were void and would not put them on record. James H. Tillman, former lieutenant-governor of South Carolina, and son of former Congressman George D. Tillman and nephew of United States Senator Tillman, was put on trial in Lexington, S. C., on the 28th, for the murder of N. G. Gonzales, editor of the State, the chief newspaper of South Carolina. George Matthews, an architect, widely known in his profession, died in Kansas City, Mo., on the 29th, from injuries received in a street car accident, aged 43 years. He was a native of Brunswick, Me. All the buildings of the Kansas City Southern between Siloam Springs, Ark., and Port Arthur, Tex., were erected under his direction Gen. J. C. Jamison received word, at Suthrie, Okla., on the 26th, that the car-load of Oklahoma Elberta peaches consigned to London (England) parties during August sold for $21 per bushel. In the lot were two cases for King Edward and United States Ambassador Choate, and the commission firm took advantage of that fact to advertise his Oklahoma consignment. A combination of grocers in Ohio Indiana and Kentucky, with a capital of $3,000,000, was organized in Cleveland, O., on the 29th. The combination was composed of retail men, some of them having as many as 50 stores, and its announced purpose was to protect itself from the recent combination of the wholesale grocers of the middle states, who recently organized under a New Jersey incorporation. THE GREAT LOSS OF TWO NATIONS Slr Michael Herbert, British Ambassador to United States, Dead. DEEPEST SORROW EXPRESSED His Great Ambition Was to Promote in Every Way Good Relations Between Great Britain and the United States. London, Oct. 1.—Sir Michael Herbert, the British ambassador to the United States, died Wednesday at Davos-Platz, Switzerland, after a long and plucky fight against consumption, which terminated with tragic suddenness. The first announcement of the ambassador's untimely end was made at Wednesday afternoon's session of the Alaskan boundary commission. Lord Alverstone, with trembling voice and tears coursing down his cheeks, announced that Sir Michael Herbert was dead. Maps and boundaries were SIR MICHAEL HERBERT utterly forgotten. With dramatic pathos, the international contestants became fellow sympathizers, listening in sunned amazement to Lord Alverstone's tribute to the man whose death none even expected. Rather than trust to extempore expression, Lord Alverstone had jotted down a few sentiments, which he read, as follows: A JUST TRIBUTE. Lord Alverstone Expresses the Sentiment of Both Countries. "The members of the tribunal have just learned with the deepest sorrow of the death of Sir Michael Herbert, who, in behalf of Great Britain, negotiated and signed the treaty by which this tribunal was constituted, and under which it is at this moment sitting. I can not trust myself to express the feeling of grief which this announcement has caused to every member of this tribunal, and to many others who had the great privilege of Herbert's friendship. It is no language exaggeration to say that no man ever brought to the discharge of his duties higher ideals, and, if any, greater qualifications. His Majesty and the British nation have lost a devoted public servant and many of us have lost a cherished personal friend." Honed Till the End. Sir Michael had been at Davos-Platz about five weeks. When he returned to London from America he confessed that he felt far from well, but his physicians still held hopes of his conquering the consumption. The ambassador expected to leave Davos-Platz a week or so ago, in order to greet the Alaskan commissioners here, but he contracted bronchitis. Of this he wrote only a few days ago, quite slightly, saying it was only annoying because on account of it the doctor insisted on his not going to London to see his American friends. Lady Herbert intended to leave Switzerland a short time ago with her children, but she apparently changed her plans and remained at Davos-Platz. Body Will Be Sent to England. Lady Herbert was with her husband and Sir Michael Herbert's brother, the Earl of Pembroke, and the Countess of Pembroke were also at his death bed. Lord Pembroke telegraphed to Foreign Minister Lansdowne, announcing the ambassador's sudden death and asking the foreign office to arrange with the Swiss and French authorities for permission to transfer the remains through their territories to England. The funeral will probably occur at the family estate at Salisbury. President Grieved at the Death. Washington, Oct. 1.—The following statement by authority of the president, was issued at the White House Wednesday: The president is deeply shocked and grieved at the death of Sir Michael Herbert, both because of his personal affection for Sir Michael and because of his high appreciation of him as an official. State Buildings Going Up St. Louis, Oct. 1.—State buildings now in course of erection on the World's fair grounds are: Missouri, Ohio, Iowa, New Jersey, Arizona, Connecticut, Kansas, West Virginia, Louisiana, Kentucky, New York, Illinois, Washington, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Indiana and Nevada. Fire and Loss 21 Life. Williamson, W. Va., Oct. 1. -Fire Tuesday night, destroyed the Norfolk & Western hotel, 12 residences and a brewing company's plant. Loose, 150, 000. One negro perished. MISSOURI STATE NEWS. Arrested on Serious Charge. M. S. Glenn, charged with using the mails to defraud, was arrested at Mountain Grove by Deputy United States Marshal W. H. Thomas and taken before United States Commissioner Pepperdine, of Springfield, to answer to the charge. It is claimed that two years ago, while Glenn was manager of the Missouri Blank Co., at Mountain Grove, he sent circulars to job printers in various parts of the state, claiming that he had bought No. 1 envelopes in carload lots at very low prices, and would sell them in lots of 1,000 or more for 50 cents per 1,000, cash. As this was less than half the regular price, Glenn was soon covered up with cash orders. That would be the last until the parties who had sent in orders would get*tired waiting and begin writing him, then he would write them offering various explanations for the delay in the arrival of the goods. This he kept up until the parties got out of patience and began sending in accounts for collection. Asks 850,000 Damages. Lawrence M. Jones, of the Jones department store, Kansas City, has brought suit in the circuit court against David Lanznar, of St. Louis, for $50,000, alleging slander. The suit is the outcome of a mercantile transaction, and it is contended by Jones that Lanznar spoke about him in a malicious and slanderous way. The suit is in five counts, $10,000 being demanded on each count. Mr. Jones states that on October 1, 1901, Lanznar spoke these words about him: "Mr. L. M. Jones cheated me out of my stock of furniture and stoves. He misrepresented the value of his real estate and induced me to trade my stock for much less than it is worth." The second cause is alleged to have taken place on December 6, 1901. The foundations for the other three causes of action are said to have taken place in St. Louis. On each of the five counts $5,000 actual damages is demanded and $5,000 punitive damages. Safe Crackers at Work. Burgulars held high carnival at Plot Grove. They visited four places and cracked two safes, but obtained only $30 for their work. Neither of the explosions attracted any attention, and the thieves departed without leaving any clew. They broke into Zehringen's blacksmith shop and procured the tools with which to drill a safe. They then stole powder and fuse from Schilb & Becker's hardware store with which to do the work. The safes at the M., K. & T. depot and Beyer Bros.' drug store were blown. Attempted Horrible Crime. Attempted murder. The home of Mrs. S. E. Fairfield, a widow, was entered by two burglaries at Linneus, and she was forced to surrender $80. After pouring kerosene on the bedding, she and her little grand-daughter were locked in the house, which was fired by the miscreants. Mrs. Fairfield and the child were all escape, and she says that she can identify one of the men. Three arrests were made. Rids for Post Office. Says a dispatch from Washington, D.C.: "Bids for the construction of the new post office at Kansas City have been advertised by the office of the supervising architect. The sum of $400,000 is available for the new building, $140,000 of which was appropriated by the last congress, the difference being secured through the sale of the old Kansas City post office. Bids will close on November 9." Trio Arrested Three strange men entered a saloon in St. Joseph, ordered drinks and tendered postage stamps in payment. One of the two tried to cash a batch of the 2 and 1 cent denominations. A few hours later detectives rounded up the same men on the charge of robbing the post office at Morrill, Kas. Clever Burglar Caught. George Wilson, one of the cleverest house burglar's the police have any record of confessed to numerous robberies in the criminal court at St. Joseph, and received a sentence of three years in prison. He is 35 years old and was raised in St. Louis. Politician Dror: Dead. William Hamilton, representative of Davies county in the Fortieth and Forty-first assemblies of Missouri and a leading attorney and democratic politician, dropped dead in front of his office in Gallatin. Heart failure is said to have caused his death. Granted Sick Pardon. At the recommendation of the board of prison inspectors, and upon the request of the prison physician, Gov. Dockery granted a sick pardon to John Sanderson, sent up from Platte county in 1902 to serve three years. James E. McHenry. James E. McEnry, aged about 70 years, a pioneer citizen, died suddenly at Jefferson City. Mr. McEnry for several years was state register of lands and was at one time editor of the Jefferson City Tribune. Bond Issue Carried. In the special election at Kansas City, the proposition to issue bonds, amounting to $2,175,000, for public improvements, carried by a big majority. Negro Gambler Shot. Henry Farmer, a negro gambler, who attempted to escape from the St. Charles jail, was shot and seriously wounded by officer Charles Becker. Resisted Arrest. Martin Head, a prominent saw mill man, was seriously wounded by Policeman William Kelley at Carruthersville while resisting arrest. A Fatal Fail. D. H. Dearing, a farmer, fell from the loft of his barn, west of Palmyra, and was so badly injured that he died several hours later. DISGUSTED MILLIONAIRE George W. Vanderbilt Tired of Being Robbed by Employes. He Has Decided to Close Up Blittmore, His North Carolina Estate, and Go to Europe For a Time. Asheville, N. C., Oct. 2.—Biltmore, the country home of George W. Vanderbilt, two miles from Asheville, on which Mr. Vanderbilt has spent millions of dollars, is to be closed at least for one year and probably for a longer period. In connection with it comes the report that a large number of employees of the estate have been discharged and that the improvements that have been going on several years are to be curtailed. They will not be stopped entirely. The forestry department has not been touched, owing to the fact that the owner of Biltmore has practically nothing to do with it. In it are a large number of young men from the east learning forestry under Dr. Schenk, the head forester of the estate, who receives fees from those students in person. A story generally believed is that Mr. Vanderbilt is disgusted with the discovery made some days ago that the estate has lost $9,000 at least through one employe. The investigation of the books is proceeding, but whether a larger defalcation than the one first discovered has been found can not be stated. Mr. Vanderbilt will not prosecute the man suspected of the defalcation. The servants at Biltmore house, with few exceptions, it is understood, have been discharged. The house will be closed on Saturday, at which time Mr. Vanderbilt will depart for New York. It is understood that he will sail for Europe and not set foot in the Biltmore again for a year at least. No estimate as to the exact number of men who were discharged can be obtained on account of the close-mouth order which, it is said, was issued as soon as the defalcation was discovered. The Biltmore estate proper consists of $5,000 acres, all of which is improved. On it is situated a mansion which is said to have cost its owner from $3,000,000 to $5,000,000. The whole estate comprises between 100,000 and 125,000 acres. HAZING WILL HAVE TO STOP. Capt. Brownson is Determined to Put a Stop to Hazing at the Naval Academy. Annapolis, Md., Oct. 2.—Capt. Brown- Annapolis, Md., Oct. 1.—Capt. Brown- son, superintendent of the naval academy, is pursuing an investigation into recent hazing by the dozen upper class men who have been here for the last month awaiting the examinations. The Chesapeake has been fitted up, and if any more hazing occurs it is said the whole third class will be quarried on this ship, which would be a virtual imprisonment. "Every third class man, as he reports at the academy is now required to sign a pledge that he will not do any hazing." WERE REQUESTED TO LEAVE. Two Strangers Found Taking Expert Notes of the Battleship Connecticut. New York, Oct. 2.—It is reported from New York navy yard that two strangers, who gained entrance through the regulation visitors' pass, have been surprised in the act of taking expert notes on the battleship Connecticut now being constructed. One of the men was observing the work through a glass and dictating notes to his companion. The matter was reported by a foreman and the visitors were requested to leave the yard immediately. NATIONAL BANK FAILURES National Banks at Greenfield, Mass., and Bolivar, Pa., Placeed in Hands of Receivers. Washington, Oct. 2.—The comptroller of the currency has received telegrams announcing the failure of two national banks, the Packard national bank of Greenfield, Mass., of which Bank Examiner Frank L. Fish has been appointed receiver, and the Bolivar national bank of Bolivar, Pa., of which Bank Examiner John B. Cunningham has been appointed receiver. The president of this bank telegraphed the comptroller that his bank was insolvent and he had closed its doors. Coal Prices Soar Higher. Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 2.—Formal announcement of another increase in cool prices was made Thursday. The new prices are effective throughout the southwest. Arkansas semi-anthracite jumped 50 cents, to $6.50 a ton, and bituminous coals to $4.75, an increase of 25 cents. Pennsylvania anthracite is $11 a ton now. The dealers predict further increases. Faally Wounded. Paduchac, Ky., Oct. 2.—Charles Allison, of Bowling Green, Ky., watchman of the steamer Thomas Nevins, was shot and perhaps fatally wounded here by First Mate John Bennett Wednesday. The trouble started over the removal of a line from the boat by the crew of another boat. Found in Santa Cruz Bay. Santa Cruz, Cal., Oct. 2.—The body of Bertha Page, a young society woman, who disappeared from Sun Jacks three weeks ago, was discovered floating in the bay here Wednesday. VAN WORMER BOYS ELECTROCUTED Three Brothers Met Death Like Stoics in Electric Chair. SHOWED NO SIGNS OF FEAR They Paid the Penalty For the Murder of Their Uncle and Benefactor, Peter Hallenbeck, on Christmas Eve, 1901. Dannemora, N. Y., Oct. 2.—The three youthful Van Wormer brothers were electrocuted Thursday morning for the murder of their uncle, Peter A. Hallenback, on December 24, 1901. They have been preparing for the end for the last few days, after all hope of executive interference at Albany had gone. They embraced the Catholic faith, made confession of their sins and wrote pathetic letters of adieu to their relatives and friends. Then they made ready for the electric chair, to which they were led one after the other. First, Willis, the oldest and most impressionable of the three; second, Frederick, the youngest, who has seemed to be the most hardened; third, Burton, the second in point of age. At 9:30 it was reported by the warden that the men were in the best possible condition, both of mind and body, and well served for their ordeal. In the Death Chamber. Willis Van Wormer entered the death chamber at 11:34:30, the current was turned into his body one minute later, and at 11:37 he was declared dead. At 11:41:30 Frederick entered the death chamber, at 11:42 the current was turned on, and he was declared dead at 11:43:30. Burton entered the death chamber at 11:47, the current was turned on at 11:47:30, and he was declared dead at 11:48:30. The entire proceeding, from the start of the first man from his cell to the doctor's declaration of the death of the last, consumed but $15\frac{1}{2}$ minutes, and no untoward incident marred the execution of the law. The Van Wormers' Crime. On Christmas eve, 1901, with their cousin, Harvey Bruce, the three brothers drove from their home in Kinderhook, some 14 miles, to the hamlet of Greendale, in Columbia county, where lived Peter A. Hallenbeck, an uncle of the Van Wormers. On the way they stopped at the Greendale church, where they stoie from the vehicles of the farmers a number of robes and whips. At Their Uncle's Home. Thence they went on to the Hallenbeck house, where Mr. Hallenbeck, his wife and his aged mother, were sitting in the lamplight in their living room. Both the women saw them drive past. A few moments later there was a knock at the door, and Mr. Hallenbeck answered it, to find masked men before him armed with revolvers. Burton Van Wormer led the way, and with him the old man grappled. At once all four began a fusilade of pistol shots, which fairly riddled the body of Mr. Hallenbeck. Mrs. Hallenbeck, the wife, ran into the kitchen, and the brothers shot at her but missed. Her husband ordered her to flee, and she ran upstairs, whither the older woman had preceded her, and the two barricaded themselves in the attack. The Murderers Ban. Mr. Hellenbeck, although mortally wounded, broke away from his assailants and went to the landing of the stairs, where he kept a loaded shot-gun. The assailants saw him get the gun and fled. The old man fell to the floor and died. The four young men were soon after arrested, betrayed by their footprints in the snow, and because they were known to have harbored bitter feelings and to have made threats against their uncle. They were brought to trial before an extraordinary term of the supreme court appointed by Gov. Odell and presided over by Justice Alden Chester, of Albany, on March 30, 1902. The Convicting Evidence. Harvey Bruce turned state's evidence, and it was to a large extent upon his testimony that the conviction of the Van Wormer brothers was secured. He swore that upon the ride back from the scene of the crime each of the brothers boasted of having shot the uncle. It was shown that the bitterness which the brothers felt toward their uncle was due chiefly to his having foreclosed a mortgage upon the property in Greendale owned by their stepmother, the loss of which compelled their removal to Kinderhook. On April 8 all three were found guilty and sentenced to be put to death in the week ending May 30, 1902. Their appeal to the court of appeals acted as a stay, and the case went over to the present year. --- Maxwell Leather Company Bankrupt Chicago, Oct. 2.—The property of the Maxwell Leather Co., of Chicago, was placed in the hands of Henry L. Wilson, as receiver in bankruptcy. Thursday. The liabilities are estimated at between $75,000 and $100,000 and the assets at $25,000. The Jury Disagreed Alton, Ill., Oct. 2.—The jury in the case of Mrs. Julia Edwards vs. The Alton Light and Traction Co., a $5,000 damage suit for alleged injuries received, disagreed, and a plea for a new trial has been entered Sangamon County, Illinois, Grand Jury Give Gamblers a Jolt: Mayor Deveraux and Sixty Others Indicted the Former for Malfessance in Permitting Gambling. Springfield, Ill., Oct. 2.—Mayor Harry Devereux is indicted. This was the sensational revelation made in the report of the Sangamon county grand jury, which adjourned Wednesday. In addition to the indictment of the mayor, indictments were returned against 23 persons for keeping gaming houses and gaming, and against 43 for keeping slot machines. Special Grand Jury Report. In a special report the grand jury calls attention to the instructions given at the beginning of the term to investigate the charges that gambling was going on in the city. It finds that gambling has been going on, and recommends to the court that the maximum penalty be imposed in every conviction. The indictment of the mayor embodies the charge of malfeasance in office and specifically charges him on three counts with allowing gambling resources to run and making no attempt to enforce the law against gambling. He is indicted on one count for permitting and protecting slot machines, and indicted on one count for permitting a pool room to operate. Owing to the fact that State's Attorney Shutt is an intimate friend of Devereux, the court will doubless name a special state's attorney to prosecute the indictments against the mayor. Sample of "Good Government." The remarkable feature of the indictment of Mayor Devereux is that when he was elected last spring, by nearly 2,000 plurality, is was on a "good government" platform. Before an audience of 10,000 people he declared that he would "make the best mayor Spring field ever had." Prior to his election he was teller for the Ridgely national bank. Never was a young man given such a popular demonstration of support at the polls. He had not been in office a week, it is alleged, before the gambling houses were running full blast. A poolroom next opened, and about that time from 100 to 260 slot machines were installed in the city. It is reported that one of the most remarkable gambling combines in the history of the state was formed, and that the city council was manipulated to prevent interference The sheriff and state's attorney did nothing with tangible results. The entire police force was manipulated, it is alleged. The indictments mean that the people of city and country are aroused, and it is a body blow to the gamblers' combine. A Defiant Alderman. Another sensational development was the arrest of Alderman Tom Brewer who, it is claimed, opened a gambling resort just about the time the indictment was being returned against the mayor. Brewer was able to furnish bond, and is said to have gone back to the gambling resort and resumed the game. MURDER IN FIRST DEGREE Mrs. Ida Guller Indicted for Murder In First Degree for Causing Death of Ewart Checksfield. Bunker Hill, Il., Oct. 2.—The grand jury has held Mrs. Ida Guller for mour- der in the first degree. The woman accused of poisoning Ewart Checks- field, a six-year-old boy. The Gullers had charge of a St. Louis dairy com- pany's milk depot here. The compa- nent Mr. Checksfield to take charge of the property, and the Gullers were pre- paring to make the transfer. Little Ernst went to the depot for milk and upon returning home was seized with convulsions. He told his parents that Mrs. Guller had given him some bitter candy. The boy died in a few hours and Mrs. Guller's arrest followed. CATTLE EMBARGO RAISED. Gov. Yates of Illinois. Has Raised the Live Stock Embargo on Certain Eastern States. Springfield, Ill., Oct. 2.—Gov. Yates has revoked his proclamation of December 1, prohibiting the importation of cattle, sheep and swine from certain eastern states. The Illinois board of live stock missioners reported that the disease in question had been eradicated from states in which it existed. Gov. Yates revocation followed promptly. Chicago Centennial Ended. Chicago Centennial Exhibition Chicago, Oct. 2.—A banquet to the visiting mayors and a concert by the Marine band, followed by a public gathering at the Auditorium, Thursday night, at which Mayor Seth Low of New York was the principal speaker, brought the centennial celebration to a close, with the exception of the fireworks display, which will be given on night. Tom Horn to Be Hanged. Cheyenne, Wyo., Oct. 2.—The state supreme court has denied the motion of Tom Horn, the detective convicted of the murder of little Willie Nichols in the iron mountain country, and sentenced him to be hanged on November 20. "Old soldiers" by Springfield, Ill., Oct. 2—Wednesday was "old soldiers" day at the state fair. The attendance at the fair brass all records. The estimated paid em- missions were 22,000. Gov. Yates held a big public reception. St. Louis Palladium. J. W. WHEELER, Editor and Manager ST. LOUIS. MISSOURI UNAVAILING. It's kind o' hard to understand the case of Ezry Jones. We thought that he'd grow up to be a reglar hairy bones. But his father felt quite hopeful when he saw him out one day. Actolin' with a golf-stick an' declarin' it was play. He'd stop and hit that little ball a most tremendous lick An' then he'd run up hill an' down, all on the double quick. To see him so industrious done his folks a heap o' good. It's plain he isn't lazy; but he won't chop wood. He started in for ping pong, an' his enter- prise, was such. The doctor said as how he'd have to quit or use a crutch. An' as fur pool an' billiards' I have seen him, I declare. A-toilin' hard fur hours an' holdin' one foot in the air. The neighbors when they used to go a visitin' would brag About the scientific way he hit the punchin' bag. But there's Jes' one thing about him that we never understood; He's got a heap o' muscle, but he won't chop wood. You'd think that any one with such a wonderful right arm Would look on it as fun to help a bit around the farm. He never sits down idle from the dawn till set o' sun; There' a alius somethin' doin', but he don't git nothin' done. As' Bery aim't the only one whose tal- ents goes astray. You see a lot o' folks a-keepin' busy, day by day; You look for them to do things; you are certain that they could; But at last they disapp'int you, 'cause they Washington Star. The KIDNAPPED MILLIONAIRES A Tale of Wall Street and the Tropics By FREDERICK U. ADAMS Copyright, 1901, by Lothrop Publishing Company. CHAPTER XXIII.—CONTINUED. "The next day I became acquainted with the captain, a man named Parker, and found him a mighty good fellow. By leading the conversation gradually up to contractors, and to my friend Hestor, I learned that Col. John McIntyre was the contractor, and that he lived in Havana. It seems the schooner was loaded with lumber for Col. McIntyre. The second day out it turend and blew a gale and carried us away off our course to the southwest. It was late in the afternoon when we passed a steam yacht, which seemed to be headed for New Orleans. She passed us to starboard. Capt. Parker sized her up through a glass and said: "There is that yacht you were talking about, Seymour. That is the "Shark"." "He was positive about it. The first mate also said it was the 'Shark.' She was about a mile and a half away, and they could not make out her name. Both knew the 'Shark' well, and were dead sure they could not be mistaken. "The gale set us back so much that we did not reach Havana until Tuesday morning. Col. McIntyre was not at the pier, and I had considerable trouble finding him. He lives out on Vedicola street, and I jumped into a carriage and went out to his house. He had just left to go into the country. I went after him. It was noon before I stood him up." "Where is Col. McIntyre now?" asked Chalmers. "He will be here soon," said Mr. Seymour. "Jack Stevens has gone out to his house for him. When we found you were in the harbor, Jack went for the colonel, and I came to pay my respects to Miss Carmody. I am never looking for the worst of it." Mr. Seymour raised his hat and saluted Miss Carmody. "But to my story," continued Seymour. "I found Col. McIntyre a gruff old dog, and he tried to stand me off. He said it was none of my business whether he had built a house for Hestor or not. I saw it was no use trying to 'con' the colonel. He was too wise. So I told him the whole story. You should have seen his eyes stick out. At first he wouldn't believe a word of it, but finally he changed his mind. He said Hestor was such an erratic fellow that he would not put anything past him. Then he thawed out and told me everything." "What island is the house on?" asked Miss Carmody with suppressed excitement. "It is not on any island," said Seymour. "It is on the coast of Mexico, south of Vera Cruz. From Col. Mcintyre's description, it is a place you would not find in a thousand years. The Mexicans and Indians never go near it. They imagine that it is haunted by the ghosts of some old ruined city, which is said to be near there. There is a small inlet opening into a bay. You cannot see this inlet unless you are close to the shore. There is only one pilot, except Capt. Waters of the 'Shark,' who knows the way in through the rocks and shoals. Any boat drawing more than five feet of water would be smashed to pieces. Here comes Jack Stevens and Col. McIntyre." The new arrivals were welcomed on the yacht. Col. McIntyre was a thickset, broad-shouldered man, with an immense black mustache, and a complexion almost as dark as that of a mulatto. But his fierceness was all external. There was little to his story which has not been told. Hestor had contracted with him to build a bungalow on the shore of the Gulf of Mexico south of Vera Cruz. Hestor had prepared the plans, which, when slightly modified by Col. McIntyre, were sufficient for the purpose. He purchased the lumber and materials in New Orleans, and sailed with three carpenters for the site selected. Extra workmen were se- "IT IS NOT ON ANY ISLAND." cured at Vera Cruz. The three carpenters were then working for Col. McIntyre in Havana. "Can you take us direct to the place, Col. McIntyre?" asked Miss Helen. "I can take you there, but we could not take the yacht in without a pilot," said Col. McIntyre. "The surf is very heavy, and it is dangerous for small boats. We had a pilot from Tampico. My advice is to pick him up on the way down, and then we will have no trouble. When will you start?" "Just as soon as you are ready, colonel," said Chalmers. "We must take on coal, but that will not take long." "I am all ready," said Col. McIntyre. "I am a very busy man, and have some contracts on my hands which require my constant attention, but when Mr. Seymour told me about this I dropped everything. I am entirely at your service, Miss Carmody," said the gallant colonel. "I do not know how to thank you, Col. McIntyre," said Miss Carmody. "It is not necessary for me to assure you that we shall not permit you to suffer any financial loss on account of your kindness." Early in the afternoon the "Helen Carmody" glided swiftly out of Havana harbor and took a course almost due west. It was night before the ragged coast of Cuba faded in the eastern sky. The day was warm, but it was pleasant under the awnings and the six passengers thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. Mr. Seymour told some of his newspaper experiences, and kept the party in laughter and good spirits. In the evening Mrs. White took her place at the piano, and persuaded Miss Carmody to sing. Her voice was singularly sweet and sympathetic. Capt. Baldwin and several of his officers stood in the doorway and enjoyed the musical treat. Then Mrs. White played some familiar airs, and all joined in the chorus. It was midnight when the voyagers retired to their rooms. The weather continued fine the following day, which passed without incident worth recording. Mr. Chalmers seemed to have no difficulty in monopolizing most of Miss Carmody's time. This did not escape the attention of Mr. Seymour. "That will be the next kidnapping case," he remarked to Jack Stevens as Chalmers and Miss Carmody promenaded past them. Tuesday morning the snow-capped peaks of Mexico lifted their crests out of the ocean, showing faint and purple in the distance. It was late in the afternoon when the yacht dropped anchor in Tampico harbor. Col. McIntyre, Seymour and Stevens went ashore in search of the pilot, and Mr. Chalmers escorted Miss Carmody and Mrs. White through the streets of the quaint old Mexican town. Col. McIntyre made the discovery that the pilot had been in Vera Cruz, and would not return until late at night. There was nothing to do but wait. It was midnight when the schooner on which the Mexican pilot had shipped dropped into the harbor, and to the delight of all he was found on board. Col. McIntyre explained what he wanted, and when Chalmers offered the necessary financial inducements the pilot consented to make the trip. It was three o'clock in the morning before the "Helen Carmody" was headed in the direction of Vera Cruz. An early breakfast was served Wednesday morning. The pilot announced that they should be at their destination between 11 and 12 o'clock that forenoon, and all were excited. Miss Carmody was pale but composed. The hour was fast approaching when her hopes would be crushed or her happiness made complete. Her heart throbbed at the thought that all her hopes might crumble into nothingness. There was no positive proof that Hestor had taken his captives to the bungalow. The tears came to her eyes several times, but she checked her emotions, and laughed at some of Seymour's characteristic remarks. The yacht was running almost due south, and was about 15 miles off shore. There was a faint haze over the water, but it was lifting in the quickening west breeze. Mr. Seymour was seated near the bow of the yacht. "Look at that for a schooner yacht!" he exclaimed, pointing ahead and a little to starboard of their course. "That is a beauty! Look at those sails! Wouldn't they stop you! Capt. Baldwin what is the technical name for that class of ship? It is not classified in my marine books." Capt. Baldwin was studying the strange-looking craft through his glasses. He did not answer Mr. Seymour's question, but stepped to where Chalmers and Jack Stevens were standing. "Do you know the missing raan by sight?" he asked. "I do," said Chalmers. "Look at the men on that boat through this glass. They are signalling to us." Chalmers took one long, searching look. They were rapidly approaching the odd-looking craft. The men on board of it were frantically waving handkerchiefs and cloths. "It's them!" said Chalmers. "I recognize Sidney Hammond and Mr. Kent!" Chalmers rushed to where Miss Carmody and Mrs. White were seated abaft the rear deck house. "I think I have good news, Miss Carmody," he said. His face bore evidence more eloquent than words. "Do not get excited. I think we have found Mr. Carmody and his companions. Come along." Miss Carmody turned pale for an instant, and almost staggered as she started to rise. She took Chalmer's proffered arm and walked rapidly forward. The whistle of the "Helen Carmody" sounded a long, shrill blast. The motion of the engines ceased, and the yacht swung to port. As it did so the raft came into full view, not a thousand feet away. Eight men in yachting suits were standing on the roof of a low cabin, waving their arms and yelling like Indians. An answering shout went up from Seymour, Stevens and Col. McIntyre. Again the whistle sounded its welcome note, and the screw churned the gulf as the signal was given to back water. "There's papa!" exclaimed Miss Carmody. Her hand tightened convulsively on Chalmer's arm, but she did not faint or go into hysteries. This was not a Carmody trait. "There he is—God bless him!" she exclaimed, as Mr. Carmody waved his hand and shouted: "God is very good to us; they are all safe!" The sun broke through the haze, and every figure on the raft showed sharply in the flood of light. At the forward end of the craft a monkey tugged at his chain and jabbered in excitement. Sidney Hammond and Mr. Kent were cutting away the lashings of the dingy. The raft was now so near the yacht that Capt. Baldwin gave the order to go slowly ahead, so as to avoid collision. The boat-boom swung into place, and the gig was lowered. Four sailors leaped into the boat, and with lusty strokes were speeding to the raft. There was quite a sea on, and the gig had difficulty in approaching "The Jumping Jupiter." But in a few minutes Mr. Carmody, Mr. Rockwell, Mr. Haven and Mr. Morton were on board the dancing gig and on their way to the yacht. As the gig neared the "Helen Carmody," the crew and its guests lined up along the rail and gave cheer after cheer. A stalwart seaman "MR. CHALMERS IS TOO MODEST TO TELL THE TRUTH, PAPA." "MR. CHALMERS IS TOO MODEST TO TELL THE TRUTH, PAPA." helped them to a firm foothold on the gangway. A moment later, a big, sunburned man held in his arms his brave, beautiful daughter. "Oh, papa, are you sure you are not hurt, or sick, or anything?" asked Miss Helen, rather indefinitely, as she stepped back for an instant and through joyous tears looked into her father's rugged and happy face. "Do I look sick, my pet?" laughed Mr. Carmody. "I never felt better in my life. We are all in splendid health. This seems too good to be true." "But it is true, papa; it cannot be a dream, even though it seems like one," said Miss Helen, her voice trembling with rapture. "Oh, papa, I was afraid I should never see you again. I could dance for joy. But, papa dear, we must not be selfish. You must meet these splendid men who have worked so earnestly for your rescue." "So you do not take all the credit for the discovery of your old papa. Eh, pet?" "Not a particle of it!" exclaimed Helen. "All I did was to hope and pray and trust that God would be good." "You are a brave little girl," said Mr. Carmody. "To whom are we indebted for this splendid service? Ah, here is Mr. Chalmers! How do you do, Mr. Chalmers? Am I to thank you for this reunion with my dear daughter?" "Not at al," said Mr. Chalmers, as he shook hands cordially with the great capitalist. "You may thank the lucky star which influences the destinies of the Record." "Mr. Chalmers is too modest to tell you the truth about what he has done, papa," said Miss Helen, giving the young journalist a look which made him supremely happy. "He has worked day and night. When all looked dark he never lost hope. He thought of everything, planned everything, and everything has happened just as he predicted." "You are very kind to say so," said Mr. Chalmers, the blood mounting to checks seldom flushed by emotion. "But Miss Helen gives me too much credit. It was my good fortune to hold a responsible position on a paper which believes in 'doing things,' and this is one of them. Let me introduce you, Mr. Carmody, to the gentlemen who share with me the pleasure of having been able to unravel this mystery. Mr. Carmody, this is Mr. Bernard Seymour. Permit me also to introduce Mr. John Stevens." Mr. Carmody greeted these gentlemen heartily, and was introduced to Col. McIntyre. Mr. Rockwell, Mr. Haven and Mr. Kent joined the group. In the democracy of joy or peril, formal introductions are unnecessary. Everyone talked and laughed at once. Mr. Rockwell so far forgot his dignity and the polite conventionalities as to hit Mr. Carmody a vigorous blow on the shoulder-a liberty not in the least resented by that gentleman. Mr. Haven proposed three cheers for Miss Helen Carmody. As the sturdy yell was given there came an answering cheer from "The Jumping Jupiter." "What I want to know is this," said Mr. Rockwell, as they watched the gig approach the raft. "What is the name of that island over there?" Mr. Rockwell waved his hand to the west. The haze was lifted so that the shore was clearly visible. "What island do you mean, Mr Rockwell?" asked Capt. Baldwin. "The island we have been occupying for the past two weeks," replied Mr. Rockwell. "We tried all yesterday afternoon to run around it to the north, and when we woke up this morning it was still to the west of us." "That is a pretty large island," said Capt. Baldwin. "It is nothing more nor less than the North American continent. That is the Mexican coast over there. If you look sharp you can see the cathedral towers in Vera Cruz to the southwest. You must have run past Vera Cruz in the night." Mr. Carmody laughed heartily. "So we have been on the mainland all the time, have we?" he said. "Well, that is pretty good. But we might as well have been on an island. A rabbit could not get to 'Morton's Bay,' unless he knew how to swim. Well, we had a good time if we were kidnapped. Here comes Mr. Kent, Mr. Vincent, and Mr. Pence. Sidney seems bound to stick to 'The Jumping Jupiter' until the last minute. I suppose they are taking the gold off." Mr. Carmody explained the discovery of the gold idols in the old ruined temple. Mr. Carmody formally introduced L. Sylvester Vincent to Bernard Seymour. They shook hands. "Glad to see you on board the yacht," said Mr. Seymour. "I did not catch the name exactly." "Vincent—L. Sylvester Vincent, of Chicago." Mr. Vincent replied. "Oh yes, you are the man I arrested in St. Louis last week." Seymour then explained to the astounded Vincent the mistake that had been made, and all joined in the laugh which followed. [To Be Continued.] HER "YARB" TEA The Old Lady's Praise of the Young Doctor's Medicine Hardly Satisfied Him. Dr. Chase has not long had the privilege of writing "M. D." after his name, which may account for his belief in the correctness of his own theories. He is fond of experimenting with new drugs, and has a sturdy faith in his own methods and his own prescriptions. He had been working assiduously on a grip remedy, says the Chicago News, and was eager to prove its virtues to two skeptical colleagues. At length his opportunity came. Old Mrs. Luther, who had never been known to employ a doctor, sent for him. She undoubtedly had the grip. The doctor called twice a day, and watched closely the effect of his treatment. He reported the symptoms to his two friends, the other doctors, and told them how sure he felt of victory. The old lady did, indeed, begin to mend. Finally the day came when the disease was undoubtedly checked. Then the young doctor called in his friends. "Now just tell these doctors, Mrs Luther," he began, affably, "how pleasantly the medicine has affected you and all about it." The old lady fingered the bedquilt nervously, and finally said: "Well, the truth is, doctor, I took only one dose of your medicine. When my old man gets sick I have an awful time getting him to swallow the yarb tea I make, and when I tasted that medicine of yours and found it so nice and sweet I says to myself: 'Now the old man would take this without a bit of trouble. I'll save it till he needs it some time, and I'll go on drinking my yarb tea. It's only fair if I have the doctor that he should have the medicine.' And I've got along pretty well, doctor, now hain't I? The young man joined, although's rather lamely, in the laugh that folowed. ARNETT'S PLACE. Meals served in the Cafe as you wish them at all hours. Drinks of all kinds properly served in the Cafe. Open day and night. Phone, Kin. B-886. 2301 Morgan Street, St. Louis, Mo. The BANNER BASE BALL CLUB, JOHN DALE, Manager. E. L. ARNETT, Proprietor. ...The Jefferson Bar.. GEO. S. WILLIAMS, Proprietor. JAS. JACKSON, Entertainer. 715 LINDEN STREET. Private Reception Rooms for Ladies and Special Parties. NOTICE—Any enterprising colored man colored man can make money in St. Louis during the great World's Fair. The field is promising and offers wonderful inducements to men with money to invest. All inquiries along this line will receive immediate attention by sending your communications to the above address. First-ClassMeals,15c The only place where you can get the very best for your money. Give them a call. The American Mutual Aid Association. Free use of surgeon or physician to all members. Write for circular. St. Louis Dairy Co. Delivers exclusively in Bottles to the family trade 2008 Pine Street. R. J. RAYMOND, Attorney - at - Law, 1111 Clark Ave., St. Louis, Mo. STUDY MEDICINE AND PHARMACY AT THE Louisville National Medical College FIFTEENTH YEAR. Recognized by all State Boards. All buildings are the property of the School, and have been entirely remodeled with fully equipped Laboratories and Hospital. Nearly no Graduates in various parts of the country, every one of them enjoying a lucrative practice. School of Medicine, Four years of six months each. Session course. Four years of session is divided into four terms of three months each. Attendance upon any two terms entitles student to credit for one year's attendance. THE BEST LAWN SWING MADE AGEN Lawn Sw Chairs, Ironing $5 $45 Pays for professional lectures, board and room rent for one term. By the Quarterly System is offered unpriviled opportunities for those who must retain teaching positions as a means of livelihood, and yet desire to study Medicine. WE WANT a new exchange for a Lawn Swings and Settees, Hammock Chairs, Camp Chairs and Stools, Ironing Tables, Wash Benches, Etc. Agents easily make $5 TO $10 PER DAY. Will furnish samples at re- duced prices to those desiring agency. Exclusive territory given. Address, D. H. St. Louis Palladium. PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY. Entered at the postoffice at St. Louis, Mo., as second-class matter. Published Weekly by J. W. WHEELER, Manager and Proprietor. JOHN W. WHEELER, JR., General Collector and Solicitor. VIRGINIA BERZEY, In charge of PALLADIUM office. MISS BEATRICE ROSS, Secretary. 2617 Lawton Avenue. MISS KATE JOHNSON.....Editor. C. H. Tandy.....General Reporter Business matters pertaining to the paper should be addressed to The Palladium Office. Communications for publication must reach us not later than Wed- nesday. ADVERTISING RATES. For one inch, one insertion.....$ 50 For one inch each subsequent insertion.....25 For two inches, three months.....6 00 For two inches, six months.....10 00 For two inches, nine months.....14 00 For two inches, twelve months.....20 00 Standing and transient notices per line.....10 RATES OF SUBSCRIPTION. Per year.....$2.00 Six months.....1.00 Three months......60 Single copy......05 No Excuse for Non-Payment. From the present time on, all who live south of 200 avenue, will please settle their St. Louis Palladium bills with Miss Kate Johnson, 2627 Papin street. Mrs. M. A. Lawrence, of 3944 St. Ferdinand avenue, is the Reporter and General Solicitor for the St. Louis Palladium. SEVEN POINTERS FOR THE READING AND ADVERTISING PUBLIC. (1) THE ST. LOUIS PALLADIUM IS in its 20th year of regular publication. (2) Never has missed an issue. (2) Never has missed an issue. (3) No fake subscription list to "catch" honest advertisers. (4) More bona fine subscribers than any other Negro paper in St. Louis or State. (5) The ONLY Negro newspaper published in St. Louis as the organ of the Republican party. (6) Because it is the official organ of Wright Cuney Political Club. (7) Because it is fearless in denouncing crime regardless of consequences. We call special attention to the ad of Mr. Wm. Dover, 3924 Sophie avenue, who has his grand opening tonight. Every Saturday night customers will be furnished hot free lunch, consisting of opossum and sweet potatoes. Get off the Spring avenue cars and walk two blocks north to 3924 Sophie avenue. The representative Negroes of Atlanta, Ga., have formed an association to see that the vicious and criminal members of the race are brought to justice in order that the respectable Negroes may not suffer from the acts of these criminals.—California Independent. The Negroes of St. Louis have got to do likewise, and they only can point out the Negro men and women who live on their wits, and who seek the downfall of young girls. E. L. HAMLIN IS DEAD Mr. E. L. Hamlin died last Tuesday, after several weeks of suffering. He was one of the best-known men in St. Louis, known as a first-class contractor. Thus they pass out, one by one, in the great beyond. He was a member of Shaw post. He was also connected with many other benevolent orders. He leaves a widow, one sister and brother to mourn his absence. WALTER S. FARRINGTON. Walter S. Farrington is doing a great business on Leonard and Channing avenues as a Veterinary Dentist, Clipping, Braking and Styling Horses. He is an expert at his business. Express and Coal business on Channing avenue between Olive and Locust streets. All orders are promptly attended to. 308 North Leonard avenue. --- The day of a $2 a year weekly newspaper has passed. The standard price for weeklies now is $1 per year, which is all that should be asked.—Columbia Professional World. The following leading newspapers rank from $1.25 to $2.40 per annum, thus showing that the Professional World speaks at random: Metropolis Gazette, Colorado Statesman, New York Age, Altanta Age, Chicago Conservator, St. Joseph Spectator, Chicago Broad-Ax, Galveston Times, Omaha Progress, Kentucky Standard, Christian Recorder, Washington Bee, Omaha Enterprise, Freeman's Journal, the Fort Worth Hustler and many others. KENTUCKY RESTAURANT. Mrs. N. Young, from Bowling Green, Ky., has opened a first-class restaurant at 1528% Morgan street, where she will be glad to accommodate the general public. Everyone likes the good old Kentucky cooking. Go taste it. 1528% Morgan street. For Rent. One of the most beautifully-furnished flats in the city; it is occupied by Mrs. Christiana Gille, of No. 2614A Stoddard street. Call and see her, married couples or single gentlemen. Ladies' terms reasonable. A New Restaurant. Mrs. N. N. Sydnor, of 2741 Wash street, has opened a new restaurant. She is from Memphis, and we believe she will prosper. Meals to suit all. Prices from 15 cents to 25 cents. The A. M. E. conference, known as the Missouri conference, will convene in St. Paul's chapel, October 7. Dr. D. Roberts and other ministers are making preparations to receive the visiting divines. We are confident that citizens generally will make things pleasant for all. TRUE REFORMERS' HALL, ROOM 2, SECOND FLOOR.MADAM IRVING'S HAIR-DRESSING PARLOR. Shampooing, straightening, scalp massaging a specialty. Braids and bangs to match in color and quality. Call and see her work The St. Louis Fair from all indications the St. Louis Fair will excel any ever held in this city. The officers of the fair are well pleased with the many applications for space. Many, doubtless, will be denied, for lack of space. SAY, FRIEND, Mr. Jeff Smith, of 1201 Morgan, wants to see you. Go there and inquire. Mr. Geo. Williams, of 715 Linden street, told us to tell you to see him. He has something for you. We have been looking for it. Holt's Saloon, 1925 Market street. Something new. The Jockey Club, 3924 Sophia avenue. Wm. Dover, Proprietor, is always ready to fill you up. The Gem Saloon—Hugh B. White, Proprietor, is the place to rest the weary head—1911 Market street. The Palladium wants ads. If our true friends wish to assist us, they will secure ads., A fine place of resort is 1911 Market street, where you can get either an "eye-opener" or a "night-cap." Hugh B. White, Proprietor. J. M. H. Dorsey Wood, Coal & Ice, EXPRESS WAGON Hauling to all Parts of the City 2629 Morgan St. Mrs. J. W. Wheeler. MODISTE. Dressmaking, Designing, Cutting, Fitting, Purchasing. --- THE MUSEUM OF THE WESTERN UNION LINCOLN INSTITUTE-MISSOURI STATE SCHOOL FOR COLORED YOUTH. ADVANTAGES. Competent Teachers, Good Location, Free Tuition, New Dormitories, with Modern Im- 3320 Franklin Avenue, St. Louis. Nicely Furnished Room for Gentlemen Only, Sexton & Maxwell, First-class Photographers 1407 Market St. 1326 Morgan Street, ST. LOUIS. MO. MR. A. L. LEE, Representing the PALACE LANDRY G. W. ROBINSON, Second-Hand Furniture Wanted manage business in this county and ad- dy known house of solid financial and expenses, paid each Monday by dense money advanced; position perma- n Bldg., Chicago, Ill. Manager Wa Trustworthy lady or gentleman to manage bus joining territory for well and favorably known standing. $20 straight cash salary and expense check direct from headquarters, Expense money agent. Address Manager, 610 Monon Bldg. Manager Wanted Trustworthy lady or gentleman to manage business in this county and adjoining territory for well and favorably known house of solid financial standing. $20 straight cash salary and expenses, paid each Monday by check direct from headquarters, Expense money advanced; position permanent. Address Manager, 610 Monon Bldg., Chicago, Ill. The "Owl" Saloon Choice Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Bottled Beer Everything Genuine Remember the Place Northeast Corner 11th and Chestnut, for Society and Club Meetings, Social Parties, Etc. Entrance to hall 106 N. 11th St. Hall well supplied with dishes and cooking utensils. The Rosebud Bar, 2220 Market street, Tom Turpin, proprietor, can "dress you up" with all that makes a man lively—good beer and whiskey. --- Carpenter and Builder, And General Repair Work. All work promptly attended to. Call and see me. 2837 MANCHESTER AVE. Shop-2816 Walnut Street. THE PHOTO Grand Lodge and Temple Denslow Art Studio, Blees Block, Macon, Mo. W. M. DENSLOW, Proprietor. Telephone—Kinloch C-397. THEO. H. TEMPEL, Dealer in GROCERIES 2601 Market Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. California Canned Goods a Specialty. BOUGHT AND SOLD. Moving and Expressing, General Jobbing and Repairing of Furni- ture, Ranges, Stoves, Etc. 4025 EASTON AVE., ST. LOUIS. 33 South 20th Street Phone Kinloch C 43 WILLIAM JAMES and MR. R. SAUNDERS, Managers CHARLEY HARRIS, Proprietor The Palace Hotel 1424 Morgan St. Mrs. Sarah Sprague is conducting a rooming house. Mr. Wm. P. Dye's Buffet, 2801 Manchester avenue, is the place to rest your weary head by taking good cigars and beer. Wood-working, Blacksmithing, Machinery, Shoe-making, Farming and Gardening, Printing, Typewriting, Sewing, Cooking, Laundering. 2336 WASH ST.-Furnished rooms for rent to men; rooms comfortably furnished; on second and third floors; with or without board. T. T. Thompson. GEO. W. F. BULLOCK, Ladies' Barber AND TONSORIALIST With or without Board. 2718 Wash Street. S. P. PERKINS, Tennessee Shaving Parlor Everything Neat, Clean and Up-to-date. PALACE LAUNDRY guarantees satisfaction and prompt service. The best Collar and Cuff work in the city. Please address all communications to 2825'St. Louis avenue. ROOMING HOUSE Of the city for Gentlemen and the general traveling public. Every convenience desired by patrons of high-class rooms at moderate cost. 12 S. 15th Street. MRS. HATTIE L RAMSEY. Proprietress. A. B. C. NOTICE HALL FOR RENT J. W. Scruggs, Agent. provements, Buildings Heated by Steam, Diplomas are State School Certificates, Board only $8.50 a month. Three hundred and eighty-nine students last year. Twelve states represented in student body. Opens September 7. For catalogue and further information write to PRESIDENT BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ALLEN, A. M., Jefferson City, Mo. Wednesday evening. Prayer Meeting. Friday evening, Young People's Prayer Meeting. Rev. Fred, McKinney, Pastor. J. A. Smith, Clerk. All church notices must be mailed to this office on or before Wednesday of each week. Reporters will be sent wherever requested. Only notify this office. CHURCH DIRECTORY. St. Paul's, A. M. E., Leffingwell and Lawton; Rev. D. P. Roberts, pastor. St. Peter's, A. M. E., Elliott and Montgomery, Rev. James Madison, pastor. St. James, A. M. E., Pendleton and Ferdinand; Rev. W. C. Williams, pastor. Quinn's Chapel, A. M. E., Carondelet; Rev. J. A. Christoper, pastor. Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion, 2625 Morgan; Rev. E. D. W. Jones, pastor. St. John's A. M. E. Zion, 113 Eiler St.; Rev. R. P. Christian, pastor. Colored Methodist, 3966 Fairfax avenue; Rev. O. Heavlow, pastor. Lexington Ave. A. M. E. Zion, 4214A Lexington Ave; Rev. Donovan, pastor. M. E. Centennial M. E., Elliot and Washington; Rev. Gilliam, pastor. BAPTIST. Central Baptist, Twenty-third and Morgan Sts. First Baptist, Fourteenth and Clark Ave.; Rev. E. C. Cole, pastor. Fifth Baptist, 4117 Papin St. Pilgrim Baptist, Kossuth and Pans St.; Rev. Brown, supply. Antioch Baptist, 4223 Kennerly Ave.; Rev. F. McKinney, pastor Mt. Pleasant Baptist, foot Dock St. Pleasant Green Baptist, 711 N. Eleventh St. Baptist Church, 110 S. Leonard Ave.; Rev. Perry, pastor. Chambers Street Baptist, Tenth and Chambers; Rev. Cox, pastor. Compton Hill Baptist, LaSalle St. El Bethel Baptist church, 638 Athlone Ave. Ruck's Church, Baptist, 14th and Morgan; Rev. Rucks, pastor. Bethany, Presbyterian, Nineteenth and Wash Sts.; Rev. Washington, pastor. All-Saints, Episcopalian, 2135 Wash- Washington Ave.; Rev. C. M. C. Mason, pastor. Missionary Baptist True Reformers; Rev. J. L. Cohen, pastor. KENTUCKY RESTAURANT MEALS 15c, 20c AND 25c The Best in the City for the Money MRS, NANCY YOUNG, Prop. MRS. L. CLARK'S Hair Dressing Parlor ! She treats the scalp, stops the hair from falling out. Best of attention is given to all-ladies' work. 2115 Lucas Ave., St, Louis, Mo. "Follow the Flag." Banner Route To the Great Gateways Kansas City, Chicago, Omaha, Toledo & Buffalo. Through sleepers to New York and the East. Magnificent Equipment and Train Service. Ticket Office, Eigth and Olive streets. MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILWAY KNOWN AS THE GREAT SOUTHWEST SYSTEM. Connecting the Commercial Centers and Rich Cities of MISSOURI, The Broad Corn and Wheat Fields and Thriving Cities of KANSAS, The Fertile River Vallies, Trade Centers and Rivers of NEBRASKA, The Grand, Picturesque and Enchanting Scenery, and the Famous Mining District of COLORADO, The Agricultural, Fruit, Mineral and Timber Lands, and Wonderful Springs of ARKANSAS, The Sugar Plantations and immense Rice Fields of LOUISIANA, The Cotton and Grain Fields, the Cattle Ranges and Wonderful Springs of TEXAS, Historical and Scenic OLD AND NEW MEXICO, And forms with its Connections the Popular Winter Route to CALIFORNIA For descriptive pamphlets and samples any of the above States, address Company Agents, or H. C. TOWNSEND, General Passenger and Ticket Agent. ST. LOUIS. WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Curly Hair Made Straight By TAKEN FROM LIFE: HERE IS YOUR MULE. We are getting ready for another Load of Deadheads. We are getting ready for another Load of Deadheads. The St. Louis Palladium is sold at following places: 2617 Lawton avenue. 209 South 15th street. 1208 Wash street. 2626 Milk St. THE TURF STATION, 3939 Fair Avenue. Choice Wines and Liquors. FIRST-CLASS POOL ROOM IN CONNECTION. MORTO NICHELS.....Day Mixer JEFF HAMILTON.....Night Mixer OLIVER LEWIS.....Proprietor JOHN H. CLARK.....General Manager Do You Play Pool and Billiards? If so, go to the THE BALL TABLE FURNISHED ROOMS FOR MEN ONLY. BILLIARD ROOMS IN CONNECTION. EVERYTHING STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS. EVERYTHING STRICTLY The Brunswic BILLIARD ROOMS IN EVERYTHING STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS Brunswick Sa The Brunswick Saloon, G. W. HOLT, Proprietor. 1925 Market Street, (Near Fine Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Tobaccos. Market Street, (Near U uors, Cigars and Tobaccos. The Greeley Fine Wines, Liquors Excursionists give us a call. Hea Ask for it, you'll 1201 Morgan St., Set Street, (Near Union Station), and Tobaccos. ST. LOUIS. The Greeley Saloon. Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars. cursionists give us a call. Headquarters for sports. Ask for it, you'll get it. 201 Morgan St., ST. LOUIS, MO. 1925 Market Street, (Near Union Station), Fine Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Tobaccos. ST. LOUIS. The Greeley Saloon. Excursionists give us a call. Headquarters for sports Ask for it, you'll get it. Jas. Williams, MIXERS Chas. St. Clair. GEO. FOUNTAIN, Mgr. JEFF. SMITH. Propr. S. L. PIC Fresh DRUCK 2601 LAWTON N. W. Cor. Jefferson a Open Day and S. L. PICKETT Sh DRUGS E 2601 LAWTON AVENUE, Cor. Jefferson and Lawton Day and Night PICKETT. DRUGS Daily AWTON AVENUE, Jefferson and Lawton Aves. and Night. Both Telephones. Fresh DRUGS Daily 2601 LAWTON AVENUE, N. W. Cor. Jefferson and Lawton Aves. Open Day and Night. Both Telephones. Keystone Hotel First-Class Accommodation for Colored People Only. Hot and Cold Baths. 2305 Chestnut, St. Louis, Mo. CHILI CON CARNE, SPAGHETTI, M. ROBINSON, Prop. Ruth Temple No. 163, of S. M. T. meets the fourth Friday in each month at the True Reformers' Hall. Mrs. Jennie Irving, W. P.; Ada B. Dardy, secretary. All are invited. FURNISHED ROOM—Gentleman, at 2636 Lucas avenue. Millinery. Up-to-date Hate. REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER B. BELKER, Dealer in Groceries, Wines, turn the skin will imply or very soft spoils re you get ration. S. WAFFIELD, Prop. S. J. LANE, JR., Mgr Waffield & Lane that pocks in every one dollar box is enough to make anyone's hair grow long and straight, and keeps it from falling out. Highly perfumed and fragrant, it soft and so easy to use. Of our customers it comes in our dollar boxes in worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar box. THE NO-SELL thrown in free. When we send us one dollar in a letter or Post Office money, we express money order or registered letter, we will send it through; the mail postage prepaid; or if you want it sent C. O. D. will come by express, 250, extra. In any case we will tailor to what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Broad Street, RIGHMOND, VA. --- --- --- They are the leaders of the city for pass-time pleasure. No salon connected. Strictly first-class. Hall No. 1 at 1323 Market St. Hall No. 2 at 2326 Market St. A. A. BROOKS, Proprietor. PETER H. DR. S. B. BELL, Barber Shop and Bath, In the True Reform Hall. First-class Barbers. S. W. Corner Pine Street and Jefferson Avenue. The Real Mexican Dishes, at 2718 WASH STREET. Old Shady Place. Mrs. Susan Gross, 2609 Pine Street. Trimmings and all material in that line. Liquors, Cigars and Tobacco. Meat and Vegetable Market. ii19 and ii21 Morgan Street. St. Louis, M BARBER SHOP 2310 Morgan Street First-Class Work Guaranteed FANNIE LEE, World's Fair artist. Pictures of all kinds called for and delivered. All sizes crayon, pastel, water color and oil paintings, a specialty. Fine frames and high grade work. Terms reasonable. Cash or credit; also lessons given. Call or write to 456 N. Sarah st. H. W. Sexton and R. M. Mitchell. These two gentlemen are graduates from an art and drawing school—Mr. Sexton from Cleveland, O., in 1895; Mr. Mitchell from the art and drawing school in 1892 and S. A. Calman. These experienced gentlemen now have a study at 2605 Lawton avenue, and the collection of their drawings has excited the most skeptical mind which proves their wonderful genius. It would be well for any person to call at their studio that they may be convinced that they are truly two great artists, and their work will commend them to the lovers of oil paintings and art in every particular. Of course, most persons have their doubts as to the genuine work by them, but if you will visit their studio you can see them with brush in hand at work on some of the most difficult pictures. You will then be convinced for their profession. They invite you to call and see for yourself at 2605 Lawton avenue. Electa Temple, Electa Temple, No. 31, S. M. T. Meets Second Thursday of each month at 8:00 p. m., Knights of Pythias Hall, Lucas and Jefferson Aves. Mrs. Annie D. Hyatt, M. W. P. Lulu O. Dell. See'y. Art School, 2605 Lawton Ave. Now Open for Pupils. Terms Reasonable. Fine Oil Paintings for sale, Portraits Enlarged in Crayen, Pastel, OH. Sam, the Tailor, is the place to get your FALL SUITS, Made to order. One of the Best 204 North 14th Street. IF YOU BUY FURNITURE. AT Thuner's ITS GOOD. 2122-24-26 South Broadway A SIGNAL EN Ratification and Endorsement A SIGNAL ENTERTAINMENT. Ratification and Endorsement of the Victorious Champinos The 400 Base Ball club, a practically new-born organization of Negro athletes, whose achievements have placed them in the forefront of ball players. Grand Ball and Cake Walk at Stolle's Hall, Monday evening, October 5, 1903. We would give especial force to this announcement because of the worth of the promoters and the attractions of the entertainment The "400" Base Ball club has brought more trophies to the Negro race than any other organization of any other class, sort or description, that has gone on a scalphunt; their victories have been cleancut and pronounced. They are, in their field, the unquestioned champions. At their affair at Stolle's Hall they promise, and we have every reason to believe they will present, absolutely new features in the familiar and well-nigh ancient art of Cake Walking, and we believe this promise will be faithfully kept. They have surely secured as the caterers of the feast the pre EVILDING OF LOVISIANA FV 1803 ST. LOU VAN BRVNT & HOWE AR BVILDING OF VARIED INDVSTRIES LOVISIANA FVRCHASE EXPOSITION 1803 ST LOVIS MISSOVRI 1903 VAN BRVNT & HOWE ARCHITECTS KANSAS CITY MISSOVRI MUSEO DE LA REPUBLIQUE DE MADRID The Illinois building will stand on high ground. A broad veranda surrounding the building on all sides will form the lower tier of a pyramid. The apartments will form a second tier, and a square dome will crown the edifice. Gigantic statues of Lincoln and Grant will flank the main entrance, and on each side of the drum of the dome will stand great THE RAMSEY ROOMING HOUSE. We take pleasure in presenting to the public Mrs. Hattie Ramsey who has come to St. Louis to enter into business. Mrs. Ramsey is from McMinnville, Tennessee. She came well recommended by some of the leading men of that state, namely: Dr. R. Boyd, Dr. Crawford, Dr. Noel, Dr. Martin and others. She fully comprehends the task before her and contemplates a success. She is a thorough business woman. She is now at 12 South Fifteenth street. She is buying her home and will soon be fitted up from bottom to top with the most elegant furniture. We wish her success. S. L. Pickett's. Drugs fresh daily. Don't pass his door—2601 Lawton avenue. TERTAINMENT. of the Victorious Champinos mier of the art, Messrs. Dan Washington, Jessie Ford and Louie Hall, and in our opinion a revelation in Cake Walking will be demonstrated. Mr. Dick Kent has lent the force and melody of his vigorous drum corps to lend TIMBRE to the occasion. What is "timbre?" Come and see, or ask C. W. Williams, president the 400 Base Ball club. The humble undersigned, who surely believe they can tell you as thoroughly as they knew they can assure you this is the best affair of the sea. VARIED·INDVSTRIES ORCHASE·EXPOSITION VIS·MISSOVRI·1903 CONTECTS KANSAS CITY MISSOVRI JEFF N. SMITH, GEO. WILLIAMS, HY BRIDGEWATER, GEO. HOLT TOM TURPEN, JAS. JACKSON, CHAS. NORCISE, HY TAYLOR. sculpture groups symbolical of agriculture and other industries. The main entrance leads to a rotunda reaching from the mosaic floor up through all three floors to the vaulted dome. The state room just behind the rotunda has an area of 50x60 feet, inclusive of foyer and stage. Its ceiling will be deeply paneled, and its walls will be ornamented with mural paintings—an epical frieze six feet wide telling the his- THE JOCK 3924 SOPHI CHOICE WINES, LIC JOCKEY SALO 3924 SOPHIE AVENUE. WINES, LIQUORS AND CHOICE WINES, LIQUORS AND CIGARS, One Block West of Fair Grounds. WILLIAM DOW TURF EX 2807 Man Choice Win AND O CHAS. CA JOHN DAN INTERNATION SIMON BROWN, Proprietor 1600-1602 M POOL ROOM IN PINK BUF THOS. A. HEAGEN, Proprietor. FRANK BOYD, Night Mixer. NAM DOVER, Proprietor RF EXCHANGE 2807 Manchester Ave. ce Wines, Liqu AND CIGARS. CHAS. CARSON, JOHN DANDRIDGE, Proprietor INTERNATIONAL SAL N BROWN, Proprietor and General Manag- -1602 Morgan St OOL ROOM IN CONNECTION PINK ROSE TURF EXCHANGE, 2807 Manchester Ave. Choice Wines, Liquors, AND CIGARS. CHAS. CARSON, JOHN DANDRIDGE, Proprietors. INTERNATIONAL SALOON SIMON BROWN, Proprietor and General Manager, 1600-1602 Morgan Street. POOL ROOM IN CONNECTION. PINK ROSE BUFFET, THOS. A. HEAGEN, Proprietor. SIMON BROWN, Manager. FRANK BOYD, Night Mixer. NORA WARRINGTON, Day Mixer. 2300 Morgan Street, CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS. The schedule of autumn examinations by the civil service commission, among which will be held examinations for railway, mail, departmental and post office clerk and carrier. There are an unusual large number of Colored applicants applying for these positions, several of whom are under the care of Newsome and Randals, receiving instruction and qualifying themselves for the position. Call and see them at their office, 4265 St. Ferdinand. V 1 tory of Illinois. It will have parlers included in a men's suite and women's suite, smoking and writing rooms, an executive suite, commissioner's room, a hospital room, private room for the commissioners, storage rooms, janitors' rooms, closets, etc., and is to cost $75-000, of which $25,000 will be expended in furniture and decorations. Watson & Hazleton, of Chicago, are the designers. VER, Proprietor EXCHANGE, Lchester Ave. es, Liquors, IGARS. PERSON, DRIDGE, Proprietors. NAL SALOON or and General Manager, Organ Street. IN CONNECTION. ROSE FET, Simon Brown, Manager. Nora Warrington, Day Mixer. ST. LOUIS, MO. If you wish to help he good cause along, go to old friend Jeff Smith, 1201 Morgan street, and get good drinks. Then we see the Pink Coat Bar, Twenty-second and Market streets. Williams and Head will do you up fine. Jeff Smith's is the place to go—1201 Morgan street, Don't orget Teresa, the Florist, 1308 Olive street, the best in the city. ) SLA. ae NOKIA Ie tg adi)! a ee HOV Wen) Pe onl) EUS SaaS oe ETHICS OF WIDOWHOOD. One frequently hears that the wear- Ing of mourning 1s no longer fashion- able, “They who doubt should visit among the smart set in New York. On the day of the funeral a long Eng- lish crepe bow is attached to the Imocker, with white Japanese chrys- anthemums arranged at intervals down the streamers, For the first pe- riod of mourning the coachman and footman are obliged to appear in black. The New York widow is graceful and quiet, She understands the chic effect much better than her western sisters. She has an air of individual- ity which enchants even the casval ob- server, She always uses correct ma- terials— and appropriate trimmings. Her veil is draped with a coquettish effect, but it is only in the first weeks of her sorrow that it is ever permit- ted to hang over her face. Soon she discards it, and a becoming short veil of Brussels is used instead. ‘The New York widow is never seen with that narrow edge of white set in her bonnet. She looks on it with re- pugnance, because it attracts atten- tion It tells all the world that she is a widow in the second stage of grief, and that is not consistent with the ethics of unhappiness. All tae toilets of her first black”are trimmed with English crepe, an expensive mel- ancholy material that clings to the figure in a most graceful way. She be- lieves in being eminently proper and doing all that etiquette desires of a mourner. When second mourning days arrive she wears soft folds of white creve lisse at the throat; then come lay- oS Gis .. THE MOURNING LAMP, ender and all the attendant shades of violet. ‘There are many eccentric ideas in regard to the relations in New York, and in search for some of these nov- elties the corresrondent has come across a most unique bit of furniture. It is in the shape of a mourning lamp. In the New York home of a well- known society matron, whose sister died abroad a few years ago, there is room furnished in remembrance of the deceased relative. Everything in the room is black, save the carpet, which was made to order and has a violet background, with black flowers standing out upon it in somber relief. ‘The furniture is of richly carved eb- ony. The curtains are black satin brocade, and all the ornaments are black. But, says the Chicago Record-Her- ald, the oddest bit of decoration is the lamp, the only light producing orna- ment in the room. It is black enam- el, and stands 18 inches high. The shade is made of China silk, and a miniature of tke sister is painted upon it. Fach year at the anniversary of her yelative's death this New York ma- tron has memorial services held in the room, which is the only time that It is ever entered. waren 4 damaal heiie aenieaees No word is so common in these days ‘as neurasthenia; yet it is not easy to define, and many of those who use it have only the vaguest idea of what it means, ‘The word originated with a New York physician and the malady indicated thereby has usually been re- garded as a distinctively American ‘one, though it is found in most coun- tries of the civilized world, and the unfortunate Mrs. Carlyle is now de- clared by Sir James Crichton Brown to have been “neurotic.” Wear and tear, storm and stress, a badly regu- Iated life, in short, are the causes usu- ally assigned for this derangement of function resulting from the exhaustion of nervous energy, but defects of nu- trition have much to do with it, and ihe solution of the problem, as in many other cases, may rest ultimately with the cook.—Chicago News. A Change for the Better. “Farewell, them;” he cried, melodra- matically, “you will regret your refusal of my proffered love. I shall take to drink, and then—suicide!” “Oh, don't say that!" the fair girl pleaded. ~ “{ am resolved,” he said. “I shal! not change my plans unlees—” “Oh, change them just a little. I shonld hate to think I drove you to drink; try suicide first.”"—Philadelphia Ladger. a UNIQUE MUSIC RACK. How a Bright Woman Utilized Broora~ xtleks and Brains to Excel- Jent Adyantaze. What a perplexing combiration it fs, that of luxurious tastes and consump- tive pocketbooks, and how many of us suffer (rom it in different degrees! To the Very poor it is, of course, a tragedy, but to that great army of people whose moderate incomes supply them theneces- sarles of life, but o whom the luxuries are a forbidden joy, it is formidable enough. How often the wife or daugh- ter sighs for some dainty addition to the parlor or sitting-room, which the many demands on the purse make impos- sible. To such a timely suggestion, to- gether with a small amount of confi- dence and clever fingers, is invaluable and will work wonders. Broomsticks and brains are especially a happy com- bination. I have in mind a long cherished dream of my own, now brought to full realiza- J 5 44 OTB (17) Ae sl | emcee aaa eae i { Toe a i. \ VM 2 eam Sem eels ee (Ga Git Ney Nok ee 7a Ns ee tT ga Sticks marked 1, 3 and 3 shouid be 28 Inches longi 4 and’s, 9 Inches: 8 and 7, 22 Inckes; Sand 9, 23 inches, and 10nd 11, 28 Inches tion through the avove medium, the telling of which may beneitt some ambi- Uious sister. I had the parlor and the piano, which are necessities, but I want- ed a music rack or case, which in the condition of my finances then was alux- ury, so I set my wits to work, and this is what they evolved—a _music-rack which answers every possible require- ment of uillity end beauty. Having collected 11 broomsticks, 1 cut them to the lengths desirec—three of them 28 inches long, two 39 inches, two 32 inches, two 23 inches, and two 18 inches, and whittled the ends round. ‘Then with a simiet I bored holes, and fastened the sticks toxether with screws in the manner illustrated. At the cen- ter crossing of the sawhorse I fastened a thin, smooth board about two inches wide, and another on each side, making a sort of trough for the music to stand in, When completed it is just three fest high and two fect two inches long, and when painted white with a coat of enamel, it makes a pretty piece of furni- ture, A dash of gold paint or a bright ribbon ‘wound between the sticks would -further-improve Its appearance. Now, I am only a girl, neither men- tally brilliant nor physicaliy strong, but ‘the idea is original with me, ard my own hands did the work. The result was a piece of furniture that invariably calls forth the remark: “Where did you set stich a quaintly pretty music-rack?" ‘Try it, sister, and I think you will be pleased.—M. Estelle Smith-Hymers, in err AeA VALUE OF SOUND FEET. Deauty Don'ts for Women Who Want fo Have ‘Trim Feet and Sing ise an Don't neglect the care of the feet. There is an intimate connection between the feetand thecomplexion. Itis only when the former are in good condition thata woman looks her best. Den't fail to put on a fresh pair of stockings daily. A single night's ex- posure to the air is insufliciont to free stockings of moisture, Don't wear wcolen stockings. Cotton ones are always preferable, except for persons who suffer from perspiration. Don't wear tight, stiff or ill-fitting shoes or boots. They are the commen cause of corns, causing pressure cr fric- Uon on the projections of the bones. ‘Don’t wear rubber overshoes in the honse. Remove them at once. They interfere with the proper ventilation of the feet, as they are air-tight. If worn too much they cause terde> feet, dizzi- ness and headache. Don't spend so much thne learning the art of manicuring that there is no opportunity to practice vedicuring. ‘Take a few lessors from anexpert chirop- odist. Don’t attempt to treat a corn without first bathing the feet in warm water. Don’t use the chisel when a bit of pumice stone will answer the purpose. Don't cut thenails round. Makethem square. If rounded like finger naile there is danger of their growing in, and nothing is more painful than an in- grown nail, Don't go to bed with cold, camp feet, if you wish to preserve your health. From a hygienic point of view, a wet back should be less shunned than wet or cold feet. Don't stand for any length of time on snow or ice or the cold ground. Many diseases may be traced to cold suddenly applied to the feet. Don't think that a foot is beautiful be- ‘cause it isemall. It must be in propor- tion to the stature—the instep inoderate- ly high, the toes regular, the heel non- protruding and the genera! onilinegrace- ful.—St. Louis Giobe-Democrat. White Spots on Furniture. White spots on polished furniture may be removed by rubbing the spot with spirits of camphor until the cotor is restored. EB What a Question, Maud—I drove 'way over there to get him and then he was gone! Alisc—He couldn't have seen you com- ing, could he, dear?—Town Topics. A Cluster of Windmills Ss fe Jabs pe SR $2315 MA Bre 1, Fis 2. : ieee mee) a ie wees) Ree < 4 A MePic: 5 z eT Oop ie e WHICH ONE WAS RIGHT? Four little girls, all in a row, Before the blackboard Jetty; One little word they had to write, ‘They thought and thought with all thel might; when R ard T and T and B, ‘The first one spelled triumphantly, And “Good!” the teacher said, said she ‘To lnughing Uttle Letty, ‘The second looked, and frowned a bit, Although she wasn’t fretty. Should she begin with R? Instead She wrote a W at the head, And “Good!” again the teacher said, ‘To happy lUttie Hetty. Now to the third each little word Looked very smail and petty; Bo WRIGHT, A long, long word she wrote In glee, ‘And “Gocd!” the teacher said, said she, ‘To knowing little Netty. ‘Then, last of aii, alittie matd, With blue eyes soft and pretty, ‘Took off the W, left the G, And wrote it, RG HT, ‘And “Good!” the teacher said, said she, ‘To bonny Uttle Betty. Four little girts all wroathed in smiles, They teft the blackboard jetty; For here's the funny thing I've heard About that very funny word— Though cach one's spelling, az you see, Was different from the other three, Each wrote it RIGHT, From Letty down to Betty! Youth's Companion, PUSSY WINDS THE CLOCK. Intelligent Kitten Never Forgets to Perform Household Duty Allotted to Mer, This is a picture of a cat that winds a clock. She does not forget it, but when the hour draws near in which she is accustomed to wind itshe ceatshereelt in front of eand watches until the hands point to the exact time. Then, climbing wy GMO Ye i (| ane ees — nn. TTT i lf ee | | KITTY AY THE CLOCK WEIGHT, up, she catches the welgnt in her paws and drags it down. Theclock is then wound up for another 24 hours. This valuable pussy belongs to a North Da- ota farmer, who thinks she is worth FR ea TEER OH EIR ee Nantucket Rich in Names, Nantucket, island and town, isin Nan- tucket county. Some of the places in that county worthy of mention are Coatue, Coskata, Nauma, Wauwinet, Poromo, Squam, Quidnit, Quaise, Sa-| chacha, Sankoty Head, Pulpis, Siascon- set, Pochick, Tom Never’s Head, the ter- | titries of the late sachems Wannoch-| mamock, Autapscot and Potconet, te Shearing Pens, Shawkemo, Shimmo, Mozomoy, Massasoit Bridge, Nopaue, | Wannacomet, the Washing Pond, No Bottom Pond, Saul's Hills, Cain's Hill, | Folger’s Hill, Hencdale, Popes Het Hills, Trot’s Hill, Eel Point, Madde- quet, Whale House Lookout, Miacomet | Pond, the Haulover, Tuckernuck, Mus- | Keget, Abram's Point, Jeremy’s Cove, Wigwam Ponds, Egypt, The Gut and ‘The Pincs. A Cluster o ae HIS is one of the nicest toys a boy could have, and one of the best thifigs about it is that he can easily make it for himself. Get a thin strip of wood about two feet in length and tack it to four crosspieces, | the upper piece being six inches in length, the second piece’ nine inches, the third 12 inches and the fourth 15 Inches. This will complete the frame- work for the windmill. Now get some stiit paper of various | colors and cut 15 pieces, each three Bel. Ex faches square. Slit each piece as shown in Fig. 1. Then out of colored tissue paper cut three round pieces, about the | size of a silver dollar, for each of the | 45 mills, and with @ dull knife scrape | their edges until they eurl like the | petals of @ rose, Ifyou crinkle the cen- ter of the pieces they will look still more ihe a rose. Laying the three pleces one om top of the other, thrust a big pin through thom, and draw them well down over | COLLIE MATHEMATICIAN. “Guess” Can Add, Subtract and Mule tiply and Rarely Makes a Min= take in Figures, “Guess” is one of the most intelligent dogs ever known in this section of the country. She is a black Scotch collie, and is now five years old. She can doall of the ordinary dog tricks promptly upor being told, but where she particularly shines is in mathematics. By giving her slowly a long string of numbers she will not orly add, but sub- tract and multiply, siving the answer, in- variably correct, in sharp barks. Wher any member of the family goes after a meee Ve ey Ree RS pail of water she will take her pail and accompany them without being told. She will also take parceis to any mem- ber of the family by name, bring ker master his slippers each evening as soon as he sits down, and when ready for bed will go to the kitchen get and bring in her mattress and give any one occupying her chair clearly to understand that she wants it. Guess never forgets a friend or for- gives an enemy. In her mathematical accomplishments she is alert and obsery- Ing of every move made and rarely makes a miss in simple figures.—Clintor (Wis.) Letter. AN ACT OF CHIVALRY. ‘True Kindness of Heart Depends Neither on Age, Edveation ‘Saw santas Stkwdtna: Altruism is a pretty high sounding word, but the feeling that it represents is not all confined to the upper classes, as the following, taken from the Bap- tist Commonwealth, shows: It was a fatiguingly not day, and only those whose business was urgent were found upon the scorching hot streets. Presently a little newsboy ap- peared in sight. He was not alert and bustling, as is the ideal newsboy; on the contrary, he moved along as though each step he took was painful to him. Meeting an acquaintance, he stopped to exchange greetings under the friendiy shade of an awning. “What's the matter with you to-day, Jack? You get along "bout as fast a¢ a snail.” “So would you, I guess, Tim Ragan, it your fect Were full of blisters wall ing on the hot sidewalk. Every time 1 put a foot down it’s like to set me cry- ing,” the other answered. Tim looked down at the bare feet in question, and glanced at his own, en- cased in a pair of shoes that had cer- tainly seen duty, but which still af- forded protection from the heat of the dazzlirg pavement. Quick as a flack he dropped down on a step, and the next minute was holding out his shoes to Jack. “Here, you can wear them until to-morrow. My feet ain’t biis- tered. Take ’em, Jack, it’s ail right,” and away he went, crying: “Three o'clock edition of the Post,” at the top of his Voice, seemingly unconsefous that he had just performed a brave dasa: Undoubtedty. “He seems to have been the victim ot cirenmstances,”” “How 50?” “The jury convicted him on cirexm- stantial evidence.”—Puck. the pin’s head. Then, bending the oppo- | site corners of each square of paper until they all rest over the central dot marked on each (see Fig. 2), force the pin, with the flower on its head, down through the five thicknesses of paper, and drive it well into the wood of the frame. Be careful not to crease the curved edges of the mills. ‘The mills are arranged on the frame, as shown in Fig. 3. If you find it inconvenient to get many colors of the paper for the mills, us) h Satdo z Spank ‘ Sty de e852 5 2, Fie 3, common note paper—ail of one tint, or even white—and use pink tissue paper for the roses. This will give a neat and pretty effect. You may even use com- mon manila wrapping paper, if you choose, without the flowers, and you will have a cluster cf mills that will turn Deautifully in a light wind, In putting up the frame—out of doors, of course—tack it securely go that a nist of wind may not tear it dowa.— Louisville Courier-Jourasl, STRAIGHT FO THE SPOT alu Servant Stortes, ‘The Zulu boy servants are much ep preciated in Africa, but they have dif ficulties with the English language ‘Their special weakness is the confusion of the letters “I” and “r.” Asa result, instead of saying that “breakfast is ready” they announce, to the astonish- ment of the stranger, “Black-faced lady, baas.” They make excellent serv- ants, One particularly faithful boy was always very careful as to whom he admitted info the house. One day three visitors called, one of whom had come without a card. He ushered the first two into the drawing-room, but insisted on the other staying in the hall. “Two misses,” he explained, “got ticket; you got no ticket, you wait out- side!” “The wise boy knew quite well that he himself wouldn’t be allowed in « saleon without a ticket; why, then, ehould he admit white ladies?—London Globe. PR RTS Leal ITE One of the well-known magicians not tong ago hed a queer thing to happen, but the people in the theater had more fun out of it than he did. One of kis tricks was to shake a sack to show that It'was empty, and then to draw out of it an egg, after which he would always reach in again and bring out the hen that laid the egg. Of course, he had to have help in this, and one night he had a new man who did everything just as he had been told until he came to this act. Reaching into the bag, he drew forth the fowl at the usual time, but in- stead of the hen an old rooster hopped down onto the stage, ruffled its feathers and strutted about, crowing with all his might, while the audience laughed, and the magician went out to hunt his new delper.— Cincinnati Enquirer. ‘wien denth: Atlan: watbven: | “Nothing,” says a man who spent many years in South Africa, “gives a native greater pleasure than to read the countenance of a white man when he knows the latter wants information. For a piece of tobacco he will trump up an exciting story, and for an extra quarter he will lay it on thickly, Ihave often seen them at this game, their eyes twinkling with delight while they have been imparting some confidential statement to myself and others; and it is quite clear that they are making wild statements as to these supposed bat- tles and the terrible loss of life which has been inflicted upon the enemy.”— N. ¥. Sun. ee Pleked ‘Too Soon. A devoted Cieveland uncle took his very small nephew out in the country one bright day not long ago, and his friend, the farmer, suggested he should go out and hunt for eggs. Of course the small nephew went along. The uncle knew where to go, and, though he is fat and scant of breath, managed to gather a number from ail sorts of hiding places. Presently he stooped and picked up a bantam’s egg. ‘The. small nephew saw it. “Put it back, unk,” he shrieked. “Don’t oo see zat one isn’t ripe yet!”— Cleveland Plain Dealer, ius ae ec The average reader will be amazed to learn that little New Hampshire, with less than 10,000 square miles, has no less than 406 lakes and ponds, 154 brooks, 58 rivers and 294 mountains. Colorado, a big state, has 556 creeks. ‘Texas has comparatively few rivers, Jakes and creeks. Alabama has 663 creeks and 87 rivers. Minnesota has 222 lakes and 104 rivers.—N. ¥. Press. Comets. 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Two travelers started on a tour With trust and knowledge laden; One was a man with mighty brain, And one a gentle maiden. They joined their hands and vowed to be companions for a season; The gentle maiden's name was Faith, The mighty man's was Reason. He sought all knowledge from this world, And every world anear it; All matters and all mind were his, And hers was only spirit. If any stars were missed from Heaven His telescope could find them; But while he only found the stars, She found the God behind them. He sought for truth above, below, All hidden things revealing; See only sought if woman-wise, And found it in her feeling. He said: "This earth's a rolling ball", And so doth science prove it; He but discovered that it moves— She found the strings that move it. He reads with geologic ease The record of the ages; Unfolding strata, he translates Earth's wonder-written pages. He digs around a mountain base And measures with a plummet; She digs it with a single bound And stands upon the summit. He brings to light the secret force feature of lunar lurking; And holds it to his onward car To do his mighty working. He sends his message 'oer the earth, And down where sea gems glisten; She sands hers to God Himself, Who bends His ear to listen. All things in seekence, beauty, art, In common they inherit; But he has only clasped the form, While she has clasped the spirit. He tries from earth to forge a key To ope the gate of Heaven! That key is in the malden's heart, And back its Ultis are driven. They part! Without her all is dark; His knowledge, vain and hollow; For Faith has entered in with God, Where Reason may not follow. -Ebizell York Case, in Thrift. THE LIFE DIVINE. Breaking the Laws of God Brings Failure to the Individual- The Truth We Know. There flames upon every man occasionally a spiritual consciousness of the life divine. This may occur again and again without producing any definite results, but it is sure, says Christian Work, to occur in every life. There is not a man of mature years who has not had such a consciousness of his spiritual nature at times, and that quite apart from any mere preaching of the Word. It may come through some personal affliction, some sudden and overwhelming calamity, or some present peril, or, on the other hand, it may come without anything of the kind at all. But even in the most godless life there will come such a consciousness tingling through the man's whole nature, and when it does come, even for a moment, there is a threefold consciousness—of sin, of righteousness and of judgment. What has Christianity that is new? It is the message it bears to this consciousness of the divine life. There was never a day when so much was written about sin as to-day—and perhaps there never was less real consciousness of sin. How are we to account for that? It is due to the attempt to solve the question of sin by philosophic methods. It is similar with righteousness. No one can say that men are talking too much about judgment to-day, for they are not. In fact, they are attempting to ignore it. What is it that we must do to avoid sin? Obey the Ten Commandments? Yes, and a great deal more. The law that you know in your physical and mental life is the law of God. To break that law is sin. The terribly successful effort that we so often see a man make to take his own personality out of the realm of law and govern himself—that is sin. You may call the result making a failure of life, you may call it continuous abnormality; call it what you will, it remains true, whether stated in the Bible words or not, that all the misery that we see in the world is the result of breaking the laws of our life, which are the laws of God. HELPEUL AND TRUE. God is a good worker, but He loves to be helped.—Basque Proverb. Remember that to change thy opinion, and to follow him who corrects thy error is as consistent with freedom as it is to persist in thy error.—Marcus Aurelius. Disappointments are shafts sent to the very bottom of our souls and whatever is there, whether gold or only copper, they bring it to the surface.—Edmund Garrett. If instead of a gem, or even a flower, we could cast the gift of a lovely thought into the heart of a friend, that would be giving as the angels must give.—George Macdonald. "As I have loved you," means love that is sweet and gentle to all men, who have many rudenesses and meannesses, who are selfish and faulty, who have sharp corners and vexing ways.—Rev. J. R. Miller. D. D. Kindness adds sweetness to everything. It is kindness which makes life's capabilities blossom and paints them with their cheering hues and endows them with their invigorating presence. —Frederiek W. Faber. Sereneness will never come to me in this world. Yet I have such possibilities of calm! But it would be very selfish to sigh for quiet when it is a most undeserved blessing that one is permitted to work, to be a co-worker with God. —Gall Hamilton. AN OPPORTUNITY. Story of Isaac Watts and His Hyacinth —The Boy Who Turned a Rebuke to Advantage. When Isaac Watts was a boy of 18 he went away from the service of a Sunday morning in the little independent chapel where his father was a deacon, dissatisfied with the character of the singing. The hymns employed were those of an early Congregational minister, William Barton by name, whose work is now almost forgotten, but is said by hymnologists to have been of considerable value in the introduction of hymns, more rhythmical and melodious than the hard and unmetrical versions of the psalms then in use. Young Isaac ventured to say that the hymns were not as good as they ought to be, and received the answer, intended to put him to silence: "Give us better hymns if you can, young man." Such a rebuke, from a church official, would have silenced many a self-confident young worshiper of the time of Watts, says the Youth's Companion, but Watts accepted it as an opportunity. When the congregation assembled in the afternoon it was invited to sing a new hymn composed by him that day, the first lines of which read: Behold the glories of the Lamb Before His Father's throne; Prayer new honors for His name, And praise Him. And songs before unknown. It was far from being his greatest hymn, but it was the beginning of his work as a hymn-writer. From that time on "songs before unknown" flowed from his pen almost every week, and were used, first In the church of which his father was a deacon, and later in that of which he was the minister. No other man made such contributions to the riches of English hymmody; and excepting Charles Wesley, no one else has produced such a volume of songs that have survived through later generations. Lofty hymns of adoration, like "The heavens declare Thy glory, Lord!" rose from his reverent soul. Songs of heroic service, such as "Am I a Soldier of the Cross?" summoned the hearts of men to action and self-denial. Songs full of inspiration and cheer, like "Come ye that love the Lord and let your joys be known," made the religious life one of solemn pleasure. Songs of historic retrospect, like the common version of "O God, our help in ages past," established the confidence and trust of those who sang. It may be hard for us to realize the comfort which millions of mourners received from "Why do we mourn departing friends?" The quaint tone "Chira," to which it was sung, is almost alone among surviving hymn-tunes of this period. But few can fail to appreciate the comfort of such hymns as: "There Is a Land of Pure Delight." All these hymns, and hundreds more came from the pen of the lad who accepted a rebuke as an opportunity. The courage with which he took up the task assigned he illustrated in the freedom with which he broke from past traditions and gave new power and dignity to the art of hymn-writing. Wherever the English language is spoken his name is loved, and his hymns have been translated into many of the tongues in which the Gospel is preached. It is not to be supposed that none of these things would have happened had Watts failed to write his first hymn when the opportunity offered itself, nor are we free to say what occasion might later have called out his slumbering power. We can measure the good that follows the opportunity accepted, but we can rarely determine the loss which comes from its neglect. With every opportunity in life might well be remembered this motto: "The future may offer to thee honorable service, but this choice comes but once." Conduct and Profession. Dr. J. Wilbur Chapman, speaking of the importance of making our lives conform to what we profess, says: "There can be no abiding power until that day comes when we keep our conduct abreast of our profession; there must be something back of our profession; that something is a consistent life. It is a beautiful thing to hear one who is gifted in speech and in prayer in the prayer-meeting, but I am persuaded that there is something far more beautiful, and that is, for one to be able from Monday morning until Sunday night to live Christ. Here is a power infidelity cannot assail nor unbelief deny. If you are traveling through an orange country, you are sensible all the time of the fact that the orange blossoms are about you; the fragrance is wafted to you the last thing at night, the first thing in the morning, and it even makes you sleep the sweeter, and there is a sweetness like that about the life that is truly 'hid with Christ in God.'" The Winds of God Rev. E. W. Work, D. D., speaking on the subject, "The Winds of God," said: "There is somewhere a high tabelland of the soul whence there blows now and then upon our life a breeze of inspiration. We hardly understand it, but we know that our life must be breathed into or inspired. There are high moments of the soul, when every sluggish element is set in motion, when all that is within us is awake and eager to be at work. It is the spirit of God rebuking our indolence and bidding us go forward. After faith and conviction there must need come inspiration and feeling. Blow, O winds of God, upon the sails of our faith, that we may feel and stir and be inspired to do our best! Let no man despise those high moments of his Christian life when feeling grows strong and there is 'a sound of a going.' Better a cockle-shell that moves with wind and wave, than 'a painted ship on a painted ocean.'" Memory. A long memory for merces is often found with a short one for malice.— Ram's Horn. 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Courthouses were built with little regard for the needs of the counties. Out in western Kansas is a courthouse costing $20,000. With scarcely a load of wood in the county, there is a handsome fireplace in every office. The total population of the county is but 1,800, and the bonds of the county have not yet been reduced. Several courthouses, through the process of mechanics' liens and other legal processes, have come to be owned by individuals, who have been puzzled to know what to do with them.—Charles Moreau, in Harper's Magazine. A Liquid Air Explosive When liquid air containing from 40 to 50 per cent. of oxygen is mixed with powdered charcoal it forms an explosive which is said to be comparable to dynamite and can be exploded by means of a detonator. This new explosive has been tested in a coal mine at Penzburg, Germany. The liquid air evaporates so rapidly that the explosive cannot be stored, but must be used within a few minutes after it is prepared.—Youth's Companion. Two Ways of Looking at it. "Mr. Addemup," said Mr. Spoteash, severely, to the bookkeeper, "I have spoken to you before of your careless manner of smoking in the office. You threw a lighted match in the waste basket a little while ago, and it set a lot of papers on fire. Such work as that might start a big blaze some day." "It was heedless," replied the bookkeeper. "I will see that the office boy keeps that waste basket empty hereafter."—Chicago Tribune. Louisiana. The province of Louisiana was granted to Anthony Crozart for 15 years by Louis XIV., September 14, 1712, afterward to the Western company (Company of the Indies) for 25 years, and was then eeded back to the crown in 1730; to Spain, February 10, 1763. Formal possession was given August 17, 1769; Louisiana receded to France by treaty of St. Ildefonso, October 1, 1800. A Summer Story. Aunt Harriet—For mercy's sake, where have you and Mr. Sweetser been all the afternoon? Miss Knice—Oh, we have only been hunting for four-leafed clover. We have had such a lovely time! "And how many four-leaved clovers did you find?" "Why, come to think of it, we didn't find any, did we, Charley?"—Boston Transcript. No Danger. "I would worry less about Henpeck going to war," said his fond mother, "if he could only speak Spanish. It might save his life some time." "Don't you worry about him," snapped Mrs. Henpeck. "He'll never get near enough the Spaniards to talk to them."-Detroit Free Press. A Late Visitor "We heard a burglar at our window last night, and what do you think my wife said?" "Goodness knows—what was it?" "She said: 'Don't scare him off, Henry—maybe he can tell us some war news.'"—"Detroit Free Press" THE MARKETS. New York, Oct. 2. CATTLE-Native Steers. $ 4 25 @ $ 5 40 CATTLE-Middling. @ 13 FLOUER-Winter Wheat. 3 75 @ 4 30 FLOUER-No. 2 Red. 82 @ 58 CORN-No. 2. @ 41 OATS-No. 2. @ 41 PORK-Mess (new) 14 00 @ 14 75 ST. LOUIS. COTTON-Middling. @ 8% BEEVES-Steers. 4 00 @ 10% Cows and Heifers. 2 25 @ 4 50 CALVES (per 100 lbs) 1 50 @ 6 50 HOGS-Fair to Choice. 5 25 @ 7 50 SHEEP-Fair to Choice. 2 55 @ 4 75 FLOUR-Patents. 4 00 @ 11 Other Grades. 3 20 @ 3 95 WHEAT-No. 2 Red. 86 @ 87 CORN-No. 2. @ 45 OATS-No. 2. @ 39% RYE-No. 2. @ 56 WOOL-Tub Washed. 20 @ 30 Other Grades. 12 @ 20% HAY-Clear Timothy (new) 9 00 @ 12 BUTTER-Choice Dairy. 14 @ 17 BACON-Clear Ribs. @ 10 EGGS-Fresh. 17% @ 12 LARD-Choice Steam. @ 10% PORK-Standard Mess(New) @ 12 00 CHICAGO. CATTLE-Native Steers. 4 50 @ 6 00 HOGS-Fair to Choice. 5 55 @ 6 55 SHEEP-Fair to Choice. 5 55 @ 6 55 FLOUR-Winter Wheat. 3 90 @ 4 10 Spring Patents. 4 20 @ 4 00 WHEAT-No. 3 Spring. 78 @ 85 No. 2 Red. 76% @ 75 CORN-No. 2. @ 41 OATS-No. 2. @ 39% PORK-Mess. 11 50 @ 11 75 KANSAS CITY. CATTLE-Native Steers. 4 65 @ 5 20 HOGS-Fair to Choice. 5 60 @ 6 10 WHEAT-No. 2 Red. @ 80 CORN-No. 2 Mixed. @ 40% OATS-No. 2 Mixed. 39 @ 41 NEW ORLEANS. 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But, as he paid his check at the desk, he remarked to the boss barber: "Say, you want to give some nerve tonic to the fellow who just shaved me." "Oh, don't mind him," replied the boss, "He's from Colorado and he's used to shaving consumptives. He was telling me the other day that he's been in the business for over 20 years and has shaved everything drunkard, but he his nerve went back on him when he drifted into Colorado Springs and started to shave the consumptives who hang out there. Ever since then a man with a cough gives him cold chills. Out there, he tells me, not a day goes by that some "lunger" give a gash in his throat while being shaved. "I Found It So." McCormick, Ill., Sept. 28th.—Miss Ethel Bradshaw, of this place, has written a letter which is remarkable for the character of the statements it contains. As her letter will be read with interest, and probably with profit by many women, it has been thought advisable to publish it in part. Among other things Miss Bradshaw says:— "I had Kidney Trouble with the various unpleasant symptoms which always come with it, and I have found a cure. I would strongly advise all who may be suffering with any form of Kidney Complaint to use Dodd's Kidney Pills, a remedy which I have found to be entirely satisfactory. "This remedy is within the reach of all and is all that it is recommended to be. I found it so, and I therefore feel it my duty to tell others about it. Mr. Dawray, of London, Ill., uses Dodd's Kidney Pills as the regular practice, and says they are the best medicine for Kidney Troubles. He claims they will cure Diabetes in the last stages." Too Personal. Moneybags—How did your banquet go off, Barikluck? Bankkurk—Not as well as it might, you know. The toastmaster called on a gentleman who had lost an arm and a leg to an injury. "Our Absent Members."—Stray Stories. Cheap Excursion to the South On Oct. 20th the Kansas City Southern Ry. (Port Arthur Route) will run a cheap excursion from Kansas City and all stations in Missouri and Kansas to Lake Charles, Missouri. The route will be the rate for the round trip will be $15, limited to 21 days from date of sale, good to stop on over on going trip at all points on route, provided final destination is reached inside of 15 days from date of sale. This exceptionally low rate, together withibibit offers, will ensure a great crowd, especially in view of the fact that this is the most delightful season of the year to visit the Southland. Similar low rates will probably be placed in effect from points north and east of Kansas City: Ask for a tour. Every effort will be made by the Company to secure the safety and comfort of its patrons. All inquiries relative to desirable locations to visit or other information will be cheerfully furnished. Address either S. G. Parner, T. P. & T. A., F. E. Roeder, T. P. or J. H. Morris, T. P. A., Kansas City Mo. His Failure. 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Mr. Bouyer leaves a mother, two sisters, five brothers and four children to mourn his loss. Mr. Bouyer's wife died about two years ago, leaving four children to his care. Now that he has passed away, that duty devolves upon the grandmother, Mrs. Bouyer. May he rest in peace. A MOST REMARKABLE CHARACTER. Mr. Robert Johnson, of 209 South Fifteenth street, was born in 1815; therefore, was a slave 45 years. He passed through the civil war in the commissary department, and since that time, through friends, he has secured several good positions. In 1881 he was employed by the late Hon. John W. Turner, street commissioner under Mayor William L. Ewing; then under Hon. D. R. Francis, who was mayor of St. Louis. For the past ten years he has been a patient sufferer, not being able to do any hard work, yet he was always willing to do something for a living. He is now a newsdealer, selling papers. By that means he makes a fair living. 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She is now ready to receive guests, both single and married. Don't fail to give her a call. She will give general satisfaction to her many guests. Remember her number—200 South 14th street. Mr. John Fitzhugh, of 2354 Chestnut street, has opened a coal yard. Mr. Fitzhugh's legs were broken at the Century building, May 30, 1902. He has been confined to his home for eleven months. He is able to get about and has opened a coal yard. We trust that the good people will help a worthy at 2354 Chestnut street. ```markdown ``` THE 400 Gall! Gall!! A Coal Yard. Way back in the year 1858 the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow was used by Colored people in the north, and is now used all over the country from Maine to Texas and Oregon to Florida. The continued use of the preparation for such a long period of time is a positive proof that it gives perfect satisfaction to all. It makes kinky or curly hair straight, soft and beautiful. Stops falling hair, cures dandruff and makes the hair grow. Never fails. Warranted harmless. Only 50 cents a bottle. Get it from your dealer or send us 50 cents and we will ship you a bottle express paid. Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 76 Wabash avenue, Chicago, Ill. We take pleasure in presenting to the public Geo. S. Williams, who has been conducting a saloon at 715 Linden street. He has been in the business for years, and is known to keep an orderly and quiet place. You will do well by calling at his place. We will have more to say about him in the future. Stop that cough. Pickett's Cough Syrup. BUFFET, and MARKET STS. top. Electric lights. Largest accommodation of our people. Williams & Head, Props. Pink Coat Bar. Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars. POOL ROOM. S. E. Cor. 22d and Market Streets, ST. LOUIS, MO. Stop that cough. Go and get Pickett's Cough Syrup. United Brothers of Friendship and Sisters of the Mysterious Ten and Knights and Daughters of Tabor. My Dear Brothers and Sisters: I am pleased to announce that we have been given an important function in the Quincy Regalia Manufacturing Company. This company is the first to recognize the standing of fraternal orders among colored persons, by the establishment of a department designed to serve the interest and meet the special conditions of the race. In excellence of goods, appropriateness of designs, accommodation to peculiar conditions and reasonable prices, this company challenges competition and invites your patronage. My long official relation with these orders enables me to know and appreciate the wants and requirements of my brothers and sisters, and since I am devoting my entire attention to these interests, I can guarantee you entire satisfaction in the choicest goods at the lowest prices. Write for catalogue, price list and descriptive circular. Thanking you in advance for your co-operation in outfitting and raising our fraterna: orders to a higher plane, I am yours fraternally, QUINCY REGALIA COMPANY, Per WILLIS N. BRENT, Rooming House FOR GENTLEMEN ONLY Gas and Fuel Furnished in Winter Hot and Cold Baths Board if Required Strictly First-Class 4008 Finney Avenue Afro-American Dept. MR. JAMES R. CLEMONS. What's the best thing to do in a hurry? Nothing. Why are women like salad? Because they both need a lot of dressing. When is a man's pocket empty and still have something in it? When it has a hole in it. How can you stop a rooster from crowing on Sunday? Get him stuffed on Saturday night. Why is a postage stamp like a lady? Because one is a mail fee and the other a fee male (female.) M. M. H. How many feet has 40 sheep, a shepherd and his dog? Answer—Two (The dog has paws and sheep have hoofs.) Why is kissing a young lady like the game of seven up? Because, if you want to kiss her you beg, and if she thinks she can gain her point, she will give you one. FIRST BAPTIST CHRUCH NOTES. The B. Y. P. U. had its semi-annual election last Sunday evening, but owing to some misunderstanding it will he held a second time. Rev. Dr. Baterson, of Memphis, preached to an appreciative audience last Sunday evening. His sermon was full of logic. All eyes are turned to 3939 Fairfax avenue to-night. John H. Clark and Oliver Lewis will have a grand opening. The World's Fair band will furnish the music for the occasion. [Name] DR. S. P. STA. FORD, One of St. Louis' best doctors. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: G. M., S. T. Pettitgrew, Dalton; D. G. M., Dr. J. E. Perry, Columbia; G. S., W. H. Harrison, Jefferson City; A. G. S., C. C. Hubbard, Louisiana; Treasurer, Dr. O. C. Queen, Hanniball; G. C., Rev. O. T. Redd, Macon; S. M., Robert Vaughn, Paris; J. M., R. A. Morton, Kansas City; R. S. G. W. Montgomery, Gooch's Mall; I. S., Dr. J. D. Sexton, Macon; I. S. Robert Watson, Boonville; O. S., H. A. Lewis, Wellsville; Grand Organizer, J. H. Williams, Centralia; G. S. B., Thos. Stemmons, Hildale; Trustees, G. L. Greene, Old Franklin; Robert Renfro, Mobery; P. L. Given, Bunceton; Board of Management, B. K. Bruce, Brunswick; Dr. J. T. Caston, Fulton; William Rice, St. Louis; J. S. Lothan, New Franklin. New officers of Temple: W. G. P. Kate M. Moore, Columbia; V. G. P. Hattie Williams, St. Louis; G. S. Olivia Watson, Minneapolis; A. G. S. Carrie Stevenson, St. Louis; G. C., Bell Thompson, Moberly; Treas, A. M. Williams, Mexico; G. J., S. A. Pettigrew, Dalton; Trustees, S. A. Mott, Macon; Julia Coleman, Columbia; Ida Garnett, Jefferson City; Sarah Jackson, Kansas City; F. M. Brashears, Columbia. We wish to say that the officers elected for the U. B. F. and S. M. T. should rally around the grandmaster and let the good work proceed. We take pleasure in mentioning the Denslow Studio of Macon, Mo. A picture of the members of the Grand Lodge and Temple was taken by Mr. Denslow. They are only 65 cents. Everyone should secure one of these photos. See his ad. MISSOURI STATE BUILDING + STLOUIS-1904. Building proper ..... $140,000 Refrigerating plant ..... 20,000 Sculpture ..... 15,000 Electric fountain ..... 8,000 Mineral decorations ..... 5,000 DAVE YOUNG, Night—MIXERS—CHAS. TURPIN, Day. We are the only thoroughly experienced and the only prac tically competent Colored Undertakers in the city. 2118-20-22 Market St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Telephone, C-390. 2801-3 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, Mo. Telephone—Kinloch B-1812. Maurer Meat and Provision Co. No. 5.8. Fourteenth Street. Branch: 3204 Lacede Ave. TELEPHONES: TELEPHONES: At 1911 Market St. (Opposite Union Station) Choica Wines, Liquors, Gigars, and the best up-to-date. Billiard Room. Remember the Gem, 1911 Market. TOM TURPIN, Prop. We are the only thou tically competed A Livery Boarding We have our o Carri 2118-20-22 Market S Fine Wines and Liquors. Buffet a 2801-3 Manchester Maurer M C 1402 N No. 5 S. Fourteenth TELEPHONE BELL, Main 2103-A KING 2606 FRANK 8 and 10 BIG SU BRAD THE GREATE A. E. WHITAKER, Manager, 1012 Olive St THE ROSEBUD BAR. Pool Room in Connection. thoroughly experienced and the only praised Colored Undertakers in the city. A. RUSSELL, ing and UNDERTAKING Our own conveyances and do all our own work. Carriages furnished for all occasions. Set St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Telephone, C-390 Imported and Domestic Cigars. DYE'S and Pool Room, WM. P. DYE, Proprietor. Wester Ave., St. Louis, Mo. Telephone—Kinloch B-1812. SEE Meat and Provision Co. CASH MARKETS: 22 MARKET STREET. North Street. Branch: 3204 Laclede Ave. NES: KINLOCH, D-25 BELL, Lia dell 1004-A KINLOCH D-1022 BANKLIN AVENUE. KINLOCH C 720. d 10 South Jefferson Ave. SUMMER SALE. ADBURY PIANO CO. TEST VALUES EVER OFFERED. New Pianos, upright and square. ERADEURY ERACEURY Pianos, used but a few weeks will be disposed of at heavy discount. 1012 Olive Street. HE GEM. H B. WHITE, Proprietor of and BILLIARD HALL