St. Louis Palladium

Saturday, November 24, 1906

St. Louis, Missouri

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ST LOUIS PALLADIUM WRIGHT & BOLEN. Druggists. Telephone Number Central: 5265 LEARN IT NOW. POLO RACING WHEN WILL THESE BE DISCHARGED FOR SOME SUPPOSED WRONG? Vol. XXII. No. 50. Is Now WHEN WILL T The Negro Press Is Speaking Throughout the Country The Negro Press Is Speaking Throughout the Country The "American Baptist" shells the president and denounces his actions. The Cambridge Mirror denounces the action of Roosevelt. The Chicago Broad Ax is strongly opposed to the action of the president. The Detroit Informer speaks against the action of President Roosevelt. The Rising Sun of Kansas City, Mo., denounces the action of the president. The Wichita Searchlight strikes hard licks against the action of Roosevelt. The Richmond Planet condemns the actions of Roosevelt and the war department in sharp language. The Christian Recorder digs at the president's actions in a mild way, but firmly holds that the president's way is wrong. The Atlanta Independent is utterly opposed to the cheap politics played by Roosevelt in discharging Companies B, C and D. The Interview, of Richmond, Ind, the motto of which paper is "All Men Up," says: "President Roosevelt was as dumb as a clam on the Atlanta riots, where scores of innocent Colored people were murdered in cold blood, but was quick to break his silence by issuing an order compelling the Colored veterans to expose their comrades who ventured to resent unbearable insults or be dishonorably disbanded. The whole navy was sent to Cuba to hold down a few Colored insurgents at the cost of millions of dollars. But not even a sentimental or sympathetic word was uttered in defense of innocent or helpless American citizens at home. Strange logic this. Where is the 'Square Deal' and the 'Dor of Hope' that we have heard so much about when the good president was begging for our votes?" The Dallas Press, one of the best and most widely-circulated papers in the south says: "Mr. Roosevelt has at last shown his hand. He has dismissed a whole battalion of Negro troops in the effort to make the innocent ones 'squeal' on the guilty. Mr. Roosevelt has changed the logic of the centuries and the morality of ages. It has always been held that better let one thousand of the guilty escape rather than punish one of the innocent. Not so with the strenuous one. Let us suppose a case. Where would the president have been if one of the battalion of Colored troops 'squealed?' Could he have on the testimony of that one convicted the re-remainder of the soldiers? Suppose that a majority even had consented to aver that certain soldiers were guilty of the crime at Brownsville, could the president under the law have fixed responsibility and administered punishment? The only reasonable answer is, No. Considering the matter from this viewpoint, it is WRIGH ST.LOUIS,MO.,SATURDAY,NOVEMBER 24,1906. apparent to all rightthinking men that to say the least the president has acted rashly in his decision, and the pity is that there is no remedy for the innocent whom he has consigned to disgrace on account of the acts of the guilty." Negro Soldiers Shed Tears When Dis armed. El Reno, Okla., Nov. 11.—The members of Companies B, C and D of the Twenty-fifth infantry (Negro), recently ordered dismissed by President Roosevelt, as a result of the riotous disturbance at Brownsville, Tex., August 13, were formally disarmed at this place. Many of the men, some of whom had been in service more than twenty years, shed tears when they gave up their guns. To-morrow the disarmed troops will have battalion drill without arms, and will be discharged immediately upon receipt of the official order from Washington, probably Monday or Tuesday. The second battalion of the Twenty-sixth infantry, under command of Major Charles J. T. Clarke, which arrived last night from San Antonio, has gone into camp just outside the garrison limits of Fort Reno. The Negro troops have shown no disposition to be ugly.—Globe-Democrat. This is one of the saddest things that has ever fallen from the hands of our friend or foe. These companies—B, C and D of the Twenty-fifth infantry—have been the flower of the regular army, as brave and as fearless as any men that ever enlisted, and to see that hundreds of them are compelled to suffer for the wrong-doings of a few men. The recommendation, while admitting that many of them were innocent, declares that they, too, should suffer. This sweeping order by the president is something that 10,000,000 of Negroes cannot understand, and the adjustment must and should be made soon, before it becomes an eating cancer. Never in the history of any country was there such an order rendered to the defenders of their country. We hope that some senator or congressman will, at the convening of congress, the first Monday in December, 1906, introduce a resolution restoring these brave men to their former positions. Y. M. C. A. Notes. Last Sabbath was a very healthy day at the Association. Rev. T. J. Brown is a great worker for humanity in the service of the Lord. He is the Bible class teacher now. He is a power. Come and hear him at 4 p. m. each Sabbath. Dr. J. L. Griffin gave an excellent lecture on last Sabbath at 5 p. m. Each of us enjoyed the lecture, and it is hoped that it will do us much good while the days are going by. Do not neglect your soul. The noonday prayer meeting at the Association is proving to be of much help to the Association men. God grant that it may. Rev. T. J. Brown is in charge of the noonday services. Next Tuesday evening is ladies' night. The Congregational ladies, headed by Miss Henrietta Momon, will have charge of the programme. It is being whispered around the building that the ladies are preparing to give the young men an agreeable surprise The officers, members and friends of the Association are requested to be on hand at 8. The weather was against us in the grand union mass meeting and rally at the A. M. E. Z. church on the 19th inst. Notwithstanding that fact, the meeting was a remarkable success. A large number of the leading and smaller churches, with a goodly number of of the societies, were present in the person of their representatives. The pastors and heads of societies, who brought good returns to the Association, which we hope to report in next week's notes, by which time we hope to have heard from all churches and societies. Kindly send any amount you may desire to donate to Thomas T. Thompson, general secretary. Please Give Me Central, 7890. "Hello; who is this?" "This is an agent for the Palladium. I have a few subscribers; can you take them over the 'phone?' "Well, I think I can. I can take anything on this line except bad money." "All right. Send the papers to No. 6 Beaumont street, 2807 Laclede, 518 S. Ewing ave., 3217 Caroline street, 628 S. Garrison ave., 1547 Gratiot, and also to Evansville, Ind., and Springfield, Ill. That is all at present, thank you." "What is the news in your district," "Oh, it seems as if everyone wants to read the Palladium." "All right; good-bye." "Oh, hello! Here is an 'ad,' Chas. L. Clark of 2315 Market street; he also desires the paper; and the 'ad' of McGregory & Horn, 7547 Gratiot street." Floral Wedding and Bowl Party. A novel floral wedding and bow party was given by Mrs. A. L. Parquette and Miss Vashti F. Lockett at the residence of Mrs. C. C. Carroway, 2809 Lacede avenue, in honor of Mrs. Willie Porter, a sister to Mrs. Carroway. Among those present were Mrs. William Curtaindoll, Mrs. Nellie Bernard, Mrs. Nannie Burgess, of Indianapolis, Mr. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Knowles, Misses Buelah and Carrie Walaker, Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Wright and Messrs. Lous Guest and F. W. Groves. Miss Buelah Walker won the prize in the floral contest. Mrs. Porter left Sunday morning for Chicago, Ill. Gone Back To Chicago. After spending two weeks visiting Mrs. Bailey, of 2842 Laclede avenue, Mrs. Ella Irael returned to her home in Chicago. She was in St. Louis principally on business, but was royally entertained by her many friends while here. She was formerly a teacher in the Elliot Avenue Sunday school, and took quite an interest in the Epworth League. Her beautiful daughter, Miss Ada Watkins, who is attending school in Chicago, will graduate in June. Her mother is also educating her in music. Met Death When Least Expected. Mrs. Hoffman, of 4306 Cattage avenue, was burned and died from the effects. She was one of the oldest citizens of St. Louis. She leaves a husband, son and daughter and many friends to mourn her loss, and the church has lost in her death a good member and an upright Christian. May she rest in peace. Three Are After Her, but the Flower Man Is Ahead Our advice to Lord Overton is: Get papers for your bird, put her in a cage or you will lose out. The man chapel, and the man that brings the flowers; one or the other might get city hall papers first. A hint to the wise is, or ought to be, sufficient. Use Pickett's Laxative Viburnum for Famale Troubles. CITY NEWS. Notes and News Concerning Our People--Weekly Record of Social Events Written Especially for St. Louis Palladium. See the ad of Maxwell. Have you ordered your dozen? Furnished rooms for rent at 813 North Sixteenth street. Mrs. Taylor, of 2830 Easton avenue, has been very ill for several days. Mrs. Mary Gray, of 2805 Scott avenue, has moved to 2733 Walnut street. Mrs. Elgin has moved from 2834 Adams street to 3917 Fairfax avenue. Miss Louise Benton, formerly of this city, is now residing in Chicago. Mr. Simms, who has been very ill at the Provident hospital, is convalescent. Mrs. Morgan has moved from 1518 Chestnut street to 201 South Fourteenth street. Mr. C. H. Tandy has been quite ill for several days. We hope for his early recovery. Miss Florence Rennaker has returned to the city after an extended visit in the east. Little Myrtle Adams represented The Palladium at Natatorium Rink last Friday night. Mrs. Bailey, of 2842 Laclede avenue, has decided to keep her little niece, Grace Harris, with her all winter. Miss Lizzie Nash, of 318 Channing avenue, will visit Mr. and Mrs. Renfro, of Lebanon, Thanksgiving, November 29. Neatly furnished rooms for rent very reasonable; with bath and gas; for a man or man and wife. 4416A Lucky street. Mr. Cordie Watkins, formerly a clerk in the postoffice, left Tuesday night for Albuquerque, N. M., in search of health. Mr. L. J. Calloway arrived Sunday night from Ironton, O., where he visited his mother, who was quite ill. He left her much improved. Mr. Wm. Hyatt, who has been sojourning in the east for quite a while, returned to the city about a week ago. He will spend the winter in St. Louis. Mrs. C. H. Tandy, of 1224 Bayard avenue, left last Wednesday for Louisville, Ky., to visit her sister. She received a telegram that she was very sick. Mr. Wash Williams, of Quincy, Ill., has been visiting his daughter, Mrs. Hallams, of 1715 Gratiot street. He will leave to-morrow for his home. Mrs. Hallams is quite a prominent member of the S. M. T. She is D. D. of the juvenile department. Despite the steady downpour last Saturday and the bad condition of Handlan's park, the Nashville-Sumner game was played, the result of which was a score of 11 to 0 in favor of Summer high. There was a fairly good crowd, but nothing compared to the one they would have had if the weather had been more favorable. The Central Missouri Teachers' association will hold its second annual session at M. E. church, Montgomery City, Mo., November 30 and December 1, 1906. All teachers are cordially invited to attend our session. On Saturday evening a grand reception will be tendered the teachers by the citizens of Montgomery. Mr. S. A. Collins, the loving husband of Mrs. S. A. Collins, of 3230 Hickory street, has been confined to his bed for several weeks. Mrs. Collins has been much concerned about his recovery. We hope to see him out soon. He is a member of several lodges, also the A. U. K. and D. of A., of which his wife is Western Supreme Grand Queen. Drugg $2.00 Per Annum, Single Copy 5 cents: in the West. Telephone Number Central: 5265 LEARN IT NOW. The T. C. S. club, at Abyssinia hall, Nov. 28. Be sure and be there. All that like fun will be there. The Masons have all secured tickets for Monday, Nov. 26, at Abyssinia hall. Come early and get your ticket. It is reported that the John Brown Amusement company at 10½ N. 8th street, is making a success. We hope so. Miss Lyda Slaughter, proprietress of The Leader Hair Dressing Parlor, 2806 Laclede avenue, is doing quite a business. The record-breakers, the T. C. S. club, at Abyssinia hall, 18 S. 10th street. All St. Louis will be there, as will be the Palladium man. We can not publish a paper on wind, so when you have an ad. printed in The Palladium we want our money and not a whole lot of chin music. The Twenty-fourth infantry infantry, United States soldiers, the second _____, want to see Denny Mack and Warrington, the St. Louis record breakers. Mr. William Gales, the colored cigar manufacturer, should be patronized by all business men. By giving him your patronage it will enable him to employ more help. Mr. George Williams has opened a new bar at Twenty-first and Chestnut streets. Don't forget to patronize him at his new resort; also at 715 North Twelfth street. Mr. Copeland of 29 Johnson, an old member of the Masonic order, has been ill for many months at the residence of Mrs. Worthington. We trust that the Masonic order will look after him. Miss Davis, the beloved daughter of Mrs. Davis, of 2736 Mills street, has been confined to the house sick for several weeks. At times the mother was greatly depressed, thinking that the end was approaching for her dear child, but we are glad to say she is convalescent. Don't miss the entertainment by the Negro Masonic Hall association, for the benefit of the new Masonic hall fund. This is a long-felt need, a respectable entertainment hall for the public and an up-to-date place to meet. Will you be there? Mr. Walter B. Mitchell, of Chicago, was visting Miss Elveola Richardson, of 2609 Market street last week. He spent a very pleasant time during his short stay and departed very much pleased with our city, and says that he expects to make St. Louis his future home. Miss Louise Benton, who formerly lived in St. Louis at 2634 Lawton avenue, is living in Chicago with relatives. We hope she will like her new adopted city, but we are of the opinion that she will return to our old St. Louis, for, as the saying goes, "There is no place like home, sweet home." Mr. and Mrs. Frank H. Marshall and daughter, Miss Willetta V. Tolles, entertained a few of the Williams & Walker Company and their son, Jas. R. Marshall, who is also a member of the company, at their home, 2925 Belle avenue, on last Thursday evening from 12 to 3 a.m. with a luncheon. Among those present of the company were Misses Alice Clark, of Chicago Ill., and Kashlyn Jones, of Philadelphia; Messrs. George Catlin and Henry Tapley, of Chicago. Several ladies asked us this week why we don't change the president of the "Dead Beats' Society." There have been several elections since the society was organized, but as Richard Williams has more shares than any two members and they vote their shares. Richard Williams votes for himself, therefore he wins. W. S. Walton, the usher at St. Paul chapel, has tried hard to get to be president, but failed. Richard Williams has 48 shares; W. S. Walton, the plumed knight of St. Paul chapel has only 15 shares, so you see we can not remove Richard Williams, better known as "Little Breeches." The ST. LOUIS PALLADIUM Is Recognized As The Leading Afro-American Paper Of The West. NEGRO JUDGE IS DEFEATED Ferdinand L. Barnett, the Negro assistant state's attorney, who, according to police returns, was elected judge of the new municipal court at the recent election in Chicago, has been unseated by the canvassing board. The police returns gave Barnett a plurality of 499, but the official count compiled shows that Thomas B. Lantry, democrat, was elected by a plurality of 304. Barnett was the only republican defeated for a city office. The Natatorium Skating Rink, Friday, Nov. 16, '06. The rink was crowded on the evening of the masquerade, many of our best ladies and gentlemen being present, masked and costumed in all descriptions. In all more than 400 persons were present. Several prizes were awarded. Mrs. George B. Jones was awarded the first prize for being the best and finest dressed lady. The second prize was awarded to Miss Minnie Taylor, for the most graceful skater. Mr. George Nichols and Young Louis Clay received prizes for being most comical dressed young men. The reporter for the Palladium was there and we still *hink that Miss Hattie White*, who was dressed in red and blue, with white stars all over her entire dress, was the most graceful skater. We watched them all for over an hour and in no instance did we see this most wonderful skater falter. The judges surely could not have seen her skating. W tried to get her name before we left, but she did not unmask. The flower of the evening was lil'tie Myrtle Adams. She represented the Palladium and had a scarf made of the headlines of the Palladium. She is a splendid skater and father and mother are proud of their little child, and the Palladium man was proud of his little mascot. Mrs. Effie Chandler was ticket seller, and she had the eyes of an eagle, and when she once sees a person they are in her memory and cannot step in on pass checks. The several officers and members of the firm are working hard to make the rink a place of pleasure for those who like skating. Mr. A. A. Brooks is general manager and keeps things in order, so if you are not a Jim Crow Negro go to Brooks' skating rink. Next week new attractions, commencing Monday and continuing to the 30th. The main feature will be graceful skating and other nice and harmless features. Pythian Temple Crowded. The Sunday concert drew a large audience last Sunday afternoon. An excellent program was rendered. The remarks by Prof. David E. Gordon elicited frequent bursts of applause. The program for next Sunday will be of special merit. The special features will be an address by Hon. Hugo Moench and several vocal and instrumental solos. SPIRITUAL CHRISTIAN UNION. The Spiritual Christian Union is to draw together all persons in bands of love and sympathy, uplifting all out of darkness into light, showing all the true light, the giver of all life. Those desirous of living on a higher plane are asked to join us. Come with cheerful hearts overflowing with love for others, thereby receiving a blessing in return. Lectures and tests by J. S. Weatherford and Mrs. E. Brooks at the Masonic building 2720 Morgan street every Friday evening 8 p. m. All are welcome. Our Advertisers Are All Reliable And You Will Be Benefited By Patronizing Them. 2734 Morgan Street. If you have doubts as to business or love affairs, consult the World's Greatest Clairvoyant, Leon Devoux. If undecided, consult Leon Devoux. U. B. F. & S. M. T. St. Louis Royal House Meets the first Friday night in each month at the U. B F. Hall. MRS. A. D. HYATT, M. E. J. MRS. J. M. MILLER, M. E. L. ELIZABETH TEMPLE NO. 12 G. M. T. Meets the Second Monday in the afternoon at 2:30 p. m., and the Fourth Friday night at 8:00 p. m., in each month, U. B. P. Hall, Lucas and Jefferson avenues. MRS. HATTIE WILLIAMS, W. P. 3812 West Bell Boulevard. MRS. LULA BRUNER, Secretary. 2035 Easton Avenue Queen Esther Temple OF THE S. M. T. Meets the first and third Wednesday in each month at N. B F Hall. MRS. CARRIE STEVENSON, W. P. MRS. MARILLA MACKLIN, SECRETARY. S. M. T.'S Meets the 36 Wednesday in each month at 8 p.m. at U. B. P. Hall. All visiting sisters and brothers are welcome. Msg. MRS. EMMA ELKINS, W. P., Wheeler Grene. CELIA BROWN, Sec., 2225 Walnut St. ST. ARENA TEMPLE NO. 48, S. M. T. Meet the Second Monday night in each month at Pythian Hall, Lucas and Jefferson Ave. MARY E. WILSON, W. P. 1431 MORGAN ST. JULIA TYLER Secretary, 1004 Morgan Street. Ruth Temple, No. 163 OF THE S. M. T. Meets the Fourth Friday in each month at U. B. F. Hall, Jefferson and Lucas Ave. MISS JESSIE MILLER, N. P., 4350 Cottage Ave. IDA DORDEN, Secretary, 2943 Atlanta Street. S. M. T. Adah Temple No. 32, Meets Second Friday in each month at PYTHIAN HALL, LUCAS and JEFFERSON AVE., at 2 p. m. All sisters and brothers are invited. MRS. ANNIE E. HALLAM, W. P. 1715 Gratlot St. NETTIE WHITE. Secretary, 3955 Fairfax Ave. Sina Temple 124 meets the 2d Tuesday at K. of P. Hall. MRS. KATIE BOSWELL, W.P., 4222 Maffitt Avenue. MRS. ALLICE BELLINGER, Sec'y. 1521 Clarke Ave. Rising Sun Council of East St. Louis. Ill., meets the second Wednesday in each month. MRS. JOSEPHINE JONES, M. E. LILLIE MASSEY, M. W. R. All are invited. Olive Leaf Drill Corps OF THE S. M. T. Meets for drill every Thursday in each week of every month at 2727 FRANKLIN AVENUE. Odd Fellows Hall. CAPT.—MRS. MARY E. MONROE. 2645 LaSalle Street. MRS. L. A. BRUNNER, Recorder. Eureka Temple No. 137 S. M. T. Meets first Friday in each month in the afternoon at 3 o'clock. MRS. M. J. MITCHELL, W. P. 2621 Finney Avenue. MRS. JENNIE JONES, Secretary, 709 North Jefferson Avenue. A. U. & D. of A. meets at Geary's Hall, 126 North Main street, East St. Louis, Ill., every 2d Wednesday and 4th Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m. Visiting Knights and Daughters welcomed. A.U. K.and D.of A. St. Joseph Council meets the third Wednesday at 8 p. m. at 2720 MORGAN ST. ..... Visiting Knights and Daughters are Welcome. MARY BUCKNER, E. L. ADA HARRIS, Recorder. A. K. & D. of A. Good Samaritan Council No. 400 meets first Wednesday night in each month at 9 o'clock at 2720 MORGAN ST. ... S. A. COLLINS, M. E. Q. ... 2220 Hickory Street. M. L. BOYD, W. R. ... 1706 Newstead Avenue. A. K. & D. of A. The D. L. Martin Juvenile No. I meets the third Saturday in each month at 2 m. at 2720 MORGAN ST. S. A. COLLINS, M. Q.. 3220 Hickory Street. BAINE PITTS, P. P. 3229 Hutger Street. MAMIE WILSON, W. R. Grand Royal House Officers. A. D. Hyatt, M. E. G. Q., St. Louis. E. D. Hudson, M. N. G. K., Kansas City. H. H. Thompson, G. N. F. H., St. Louis. A. Williams, F. M. of H. L. Cliff, S. M. of H, Kansas City. M. Harris, M. E. G. S., Hannibal. C. Stevison, E. A. G. S., St. Louis. J. Coleman, S. K. of F., Columbia. N. Smith, E. H. of P. R. A. Morton, G. H., Kansas City. M. Douglas, F. K. G., Fulton. M. Canterbury, S. K. G., Kansas City. M. Bartholomew, F. C., St. Louis. M. Monroe, S. C., St. Louis. F. Clay, F. A. L. True, S. A., St. Louis. Grand Trustee Board. Jessie Miller, St. Louis. M. E. Bolden, Moberly. S. More, Kansas City. THE CLUB 1929½ MARKET STREET is an up-to-date club. Billiard Tables and other conveniences for the amusement of the gentlemen that attend. MR. CHAS. NARCIS, Manager. Douglas Skating Rink OPEN FOR THE SEASON. It is the only first-class colored rink in the city. It has a lovely balcony for those who wish to sit and look on, and do not care to skate. Best of order kept. Instructors on Hand. Matinee Every Saturday Afternoon. Skates 25c. Wraps Checked Free. Good Music by Prof. Lankford's Band. W. M. BELL, Manager. CORNELIUS A. BROWN Lunch Room AND ICE CREAM PARLOR. Privileges Bought to Serve Hot Sandwiches at Balls, Parties, Picnics, Etc. Residence and Stand: 1114 S. Compton Av. Bell Phone, Grand 1397. Everything Strictly First-Class. Missouri Bell Temple NO.208 OF THE S. M. T. Meets the 2d. Friday in each month at Hall, Jefferson and Lucas Av. at 8 p.m. U. B. F. HALL. Alice Connon, W. P. 4355 Maffit Avenue Carrie Rowen, W. R. MAURER MEAT and PROVISION CO. CASH MARKETS. 1 and 10 South Jefferson Avenue. Bomont 269M. Kin. D-725 No. 5 South Fourteenth Street. Main 2103A. Kin. D-25. 1402 Market St. 2606 Franklin Ave. 2830 Easton Ave. Kin. C-720. Pork House, 3858 Garfield Avenue. R. R. HATCHER Union Credit Company 410 Colonial Security Bid's FORMERLY HOLLAND BUILDING MONEY FURNISHED To Salaried People Without Security. All Transactions Confidential St Louis Phone: Olive 89 MAJOR BROWN TEACHER MANDOLIN AND GUITAR 2616 Leffingwell Ave. International Drum and Bugle Corps Are open for all Engagements and Campaigning at 105 N. 15TH STREET. E. KING, - Manager DOUGLAS HOTEL CAFE DOUGLAS HOTEL CAFE Makes a Specialty of Sunday Dinner. Fruits Seaved in Season. All Kinds of Sandwiches Served. FIRST CLASS ACCOMMODATION Beaumont and Lawton Ave. MRS. CHAS. BRYANT, Prop. ST LOUIS, Mo. OUR MERCHANT MARINE OUR MERCHANT MARINE OUTPUT OF OUR SHIPYARDS LARGEST FOR YEARS. NUMBERS 25,006 VESSELS Of 1,221 Vessels Built in the United States Last Year, Only Three Were Ocean Steamers. Washington—The annual report of Commissioner of Navigation Chamberlain states that on July 30 last the documented merchant vessels of the United States numbered 25,006 of 6,674,939 gross tons. The report urges the enactment of the merchant marine commission bill, which has passed the senate, including the provision for American mall lines to South America. A summary of the report says: "The year's construction was 1,221 vessels of 418,745 gross tons. Only three ocean steamers were built. On the great lakes 40 steamers of 232,265 gross tons were built. The tonnage built during the current fiscal year up to Nov. 19 aggregates 203,000 gross, and if the present rate of construction is not checked by strikes or delays, the output of our shipwards will be the largest in half a century and will be close to the output of 583,000 tons in 1855, the year of our greatest construction. During the year only 12 per cent of the exports and imports of the United States are carried in American vessels." Commissioner Chamberlain publishes a full list of all the vessels in trade between the United States and South America during the first six months this year. An American merchant steamer, he says, is never seen in the ports of Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile or Peru. Predicts Ship Building Boom. Predict Ship Building Demos New York—A great improvement in ship building in the United States for the coming year was predicted by Rear Admiral Francis Bowles, president of the Society of Naval Architects, in an address at the opening session of the society's fourteenth annual meeting here. INCOMES OF RAILWAYS The Returns from 220,026 Miles for the Past Fiscal Year. Washington—A preliminary report of the interstate commerce commission on the income account of the railways of the United States for the year ending June 30 last, contains returns from companies operating 220,026 miles of lines, or about 99 per cent of the mileage that will be covered in the final report. The total gross earnings of the roads were $2,319,760,030, being equivalent to $10,543 per mile. Passenger earnings were $618,555.934, or $2,811 per mile. Freight earnings $1,640,942,862, or $7,458 per mile. Operating expenses were $1,532,163.153, or $6,963 per mile. The net earning of the roads were $787,597,877, being $3,580 per mile, and nearly $7,000,000 more than the corresponding amount for the previous year. Income from other sources than those of operating aggregated $132,624,982. The dividends paid amounted to $229,406,598, and taxes $383,208,838. WRECKED DURING STORM A Steamer Found Beached on Coast of Superior, Crew Missing. Detroit, Mich.—A Detroit News special from Marquette, Mich., says: "With her rudder gone, her upper works washed away and her crew missing, the steamer Panama, of the Davidson fleet, has been found beached on Mineral Reef point, 14 miles west of Ontonagon. The wreck lies on an uninhabited stretch of coach, the nearest settlement being Iron River, many miles away. The wreck was discovered by the crew of the tug Tramp. The Panama's tow-barge Matanzas was cast away Wednesday, when the two vessels were laboring in the big storm that swept the lakes. More fortunate than the steamer, the Matanzas kept float until Thursday, when she was sighted near Ontonagon, and towed safely into port. NOT ENOUGH TOWBOATS. Millions of Bushels of Coal Remain in Pittsburg's Harbor. Pittsburg—With many millions of bushels of coal yet in the harbor, shipments of coal to southern markets had to be discontinued here on account of a shortage of towboats. During the last three days about 18,000,000 bushels have been started for the south, and river men hoped that all the coal in the harbor, estimated at 30,000,000 bushels, might be shipped. TRAIN GOES INTO RIVER. Two Killed in a Bad Wreck at Corning, N. Y. Elmira, N. Y.—In the New York Central yards at Corning, a northbound freight collided with an empty engine on the main track. The freight engine and ten cars plunged down an embankment into the Chemung river. Engineer Samuel Doolittle and Brakeman Edward Spencer were killed and Firemen Drake and Baker were badly injured. ROARINROME BOMB EXPLODED NEAR THE HIGH ALTAR IN ST. PETER'S. SAINTS' TOMBS SHAKEN SAINTS' TOMBS SHAKEN Panic Followed, but the Vastness of the Edifice Enabled the People to Scatter, Preventing Rome—A bomb was exploded in St. Peter's Sunday. The edifice was crowded, and an indescribable scene of confusion followed. There were no fatalities. As soon as the echoes of the tremendous roar had ceased, a canon sought by reassuring words to quiet the people, but in vain. They fled in all directions, and a number of women fainted. The church is so large, however, that there was ample room for the crowd to scatter. No trace of the perpetrator of the deed has been found. Since St. Anacletus erected an oratory in 90, A. D., on the site of the present basilica, to mark the spot where the remains of St. Peter are buried, no such dastardly occurrence is noted in the annals of the church. Sunday was the anniversary of the dedication of the basilica to St. Peter, and it was beautifully decorated for the occasion. Holy relics were exposed and a large number of the faithful attended the services. Like a Thunder Clap. As a canon turned to bless the communicants, there was a tremendous roar, which echoed through the lofty arches of the immense dome like a thunder clap. At the same time a dense smoke spread throughout this portion of the basilica, and a strong odor of gunpowder filled the air. Confusion and panic at once seized the people. The canon at the altar tried to stem the tide of fear. He shouted out, "Do not be afraid! It is nothing—merely the noonday gun!" His words had little effect. They were refuted by the smoke, and the pungent smell of powder, and the people continued their headlong flight. Where the Bomb Was Placed. As soon as the smoke cleared away a hasty examination showed that nobody had been hurt in the crush, and furthermore that no one had been wounded by the explosion. Calm was gradually restored, and people returned to view the extent of the damage. It was discovered that the bomb had been placed under a scaffolding that had been erected to facilitate repairs to the roof exactly over the celebrated tomb of Clement XIII, by Canova, which consists of a figure of the pope, and which is the most remarkable piece of sculpture in the basilica. This tomb ranks among the finest efforts of modern sculpture, and by its execution Canova established his reputation. The bomb contained about two pounds of powder and three pounds of nails. Pope Prayed for the Perpetrator. The pope was engaged in his regular noon hour devotions when the bomb went off. He heard a muffled sound which surprised, but did not alarm him. Mgr. Miscatelli, sub-prefect of the apostolic palaces, and Mgr. Bislett, major domo of the vatican, at once hurriedlf entered the pontiff's chamber. Thef were so pale that the pope immediately asked: "What has happened?" "Do not be alarmed, holy father," was the answer. "A bomb has exploded in the basilica, but fortunately there are no deaths to deplore, and no one has been wounded." The pontiff asked anxiously if the church had been injured. Upon being reassured, he fell on his knees, saying he must implore mercy for the misguided perpetrator of the deed. Beveridge Plans to Abolish Child Labor Richmond, Ind.—At a meeting here of representatives of the Young Men's Christian associations of Indiana and Ohio, Senator Albert J. Beveridge stated that on the opening day of the coming session of congress he intended to introduce a bill prohibiting the labor of children throughout the country. He said the child labor bill would provide that no railroad, steamship, steamboat or other carrier of interstate commerce should transport, or accept for transportation produce of any factory or mine that employed children under 14 years of age. President Visits Porto Rico. Colon—President Roosevelt and his party have sailed for Ponce, P. R., on board the United States battleship Louisiana. The president will land at Ponce, Porto Rico, Wednesday. From there he will cross the island to San Juan by automobile for a day's visit to the capital. He will embark at San Juan for Hampton Road on Thursday and expects to reach Washington Tuesday, Nov. 27, in time to spend Thanksgiving day at the White House. Wants New Treaty with Japan Want's New Treaty with Japan. San Jose, Cal.-In an interview, Congressman E. A. Hayes said: "I expect to introduce a resolution at the coming session of congress asking the president to enter into negotiations with Japan for the purpose of making a new treaty between the two countries to settle this question of Japanese immigration in somewhat the same manner as we settled the question with China, which I believe to be the only feasible and sure way of preventing eventually serious trouble." WANT AMERICANS TO GO WANT AMERICANS TO GO GENERAL SPIRIT OF UNREST REPORTED IN CUBA. Leader of the Anti-American Sentiment Declares Cubans May Again "Take Up Arms." Havana—In spite of the fact that Gov. Magoon has received reports from the military commanders in towns that absolute tranquility reigns throughout the entire island, there is a general spirit of unrest abroad, due to the uncertainty regarding the future course of the United States. The liberals are becoming more restless day by day under the indefinite continuance of the government of intervention, the liberal leaders are clamoring that the moderates be ousted from office and replaced by liberals, and they are endeavoring to bring pressure to bear to secure the promise that elections will be head at the earliest possible moment. Threat to Take Up Arms. Gen. Loynaz Del Castillo, the leader of the anti-American sentiment, addressed a liberal meeting and made use of the phrase, "The Americans weigh on the welfare of the republic like a curse." He predicted that if the government of intervention continued for long the patriots of Cuba would again take up arms in the defense of their independence. There is a junta with headquarters at Cardenas which is said to be working under the direction of moderate leaders in New York for the purpose of organizing resistance to liberal influence in the provinces. FORTY-TWO LIVES WERE LOST. Only 37 of the 79 Passengers on Board the Dix Rescued. Seattle, Wash.—Forty-two lives were lost in Sunday night's disaster in Seattle harbor, off Duwamish head, when the little steamer Dix was run down by the Alaskan liner Jeanie. Thirty-seven of the 79 passengers on the Dix were rescued. Of the five female passengers on the Dix, the only one to escape was Alice Simpson, a 15-year-old girl. She is believed to be the only person who escaped from the main deck of the steamer, where more than half of the Dix's passengers were shut in when the fatal crash came. She could not swim, but her clothing kept her afloat until she was pulled aboard one of the two life boats lowered by the steamship Jeanie. It is believed that the 37 passengers who were rescued included every person who was on the open deck of the Dix when the little craft plunged down stern foremost into 100 fathoms of water. It is doubtful whether she can be raised. SECRETARY OF STATE ROOT SAYS Theodore Roosevelt Will Not Accept Renomination. Kansas City, Mo.—Secretary of State Ellhu Root, during an interview, was asked: "Will Roosevelt accept a nomination if tendered him by the republicans?" "No," replied Mr. Root. "He won't. His intention on that score has been definitely and absolutely given out. No, he won't accept it again." "Your name is mentioned a great deal," was suggested. "I am not a candidate and won't be" the secretary replied. STORM WRECKS TOWN. Henagar, Dekalb County, Alabama, Reported Wiped Out. Gadsden, Ala.—A tornado struck the little town of Henagar, in Dekalb county, at daybreak, and not a building was left standing. Stores and houses were reduced to splinters, and families were blown from their beds and hurled into the streets, while everything they possessed was carried away and scattered for miles around. Fifteen buildings were wrecked. A Serious Situation. Memphis, Tenn.—As more detailed reports are received from those portions of Alabama, north and central Mississippi and west Tennessee, swept by the wind and rain, the situation increases in seriousness. Practically the entire district is under water to a depth of several feet, and creeks and small streams are leaving their banks, and many of the poorer white persons, as well as scores of negroes, have been forced from their homes by the rising waters, seeking refuge in many instances in the trees. MRS. DAVIS' WILL. Leaves All to Daughter, with the Exception of Life Insurance. Vicksburg, Miss.—The will of Mrs. Varina, Jefferson Davis, wife of the president of the confederate states, has been filed here for probate. The will leaves to Mrs. Davis' daughter, Mrs. Margaret Howell Davis Hayes, of Colorado Springs, Col., all of the estate, with the exception of $10,000 life insurance. This sum is divided into numerous small bequests. Stops Discharge of Negroes. Washington—Acting under orders of Secretary Taft, Maj. Gen. Ainsworth, the military secretary, has directed that further discharges of the men of the three negro companies of the Twenty-fifth infantry, on account of the shooting at Brownsville, Tex., be suspended pending further orders. The action, it is stated, is in order to await the return of Secretary Taft to Washington, and is pending further advice from President Roosevelt, who has been communicated with on the subject INSOMNIA CURED Dr. Williams' Pink Pills Restored Wrecked Nerves to Normal Condition and Good Health Followed. The sufferer from sleeplessness too often resorts to habit-forming drugs in order to secure the coveted rest. But sleep obtained by the use of opiates is not refreshing and the benefit is but temporary at best. Mrs. H. A. Fletcher, of 59 Bloogst street, Manchester, N. H., is living evidence of the truth of this statement. She says: "I received a shock of an apoplectic character. It was so severe that the sight of my right eye was affected, causing me to see objects double. I was confined to my bed about four weeks, at one time being told by the doctor that I could not get well. When I could leave my bed in I was such a nervous state that I could not sleep at night. I would get up and sit on a chair until completely tired out and then go back to bed and sleep from exhaustion. "I had been under the doctor's care for six weeks when my sister, Mrs. Loveland, of Everett, persuaded me to try Dr. Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People. I began taking the pills with the result that I soon experienced relief. One night soon after taking them I lay awake only a short time and the next night I rested well. From that time I slept well every night and soon got well and strong. I have recommended Dr. Williams' Pink Pills a number of times, and my niece has taken them for weak nerves and poor blood and found them very beneficial." Dr. Williams' Pink Pills have cured many severe nervous troubles, headache, neuralgia and sciatica as well as diseases of the blood such as anemia, rheumatism, pale and sallow complexions and many forms of weakness. All druggists sell Dr. Williams' Pink Pills, or they will be sent by mail postpaid, on receipt of price, 50 cents per box, six boxes for $2.50, by the Dr. Williams Medicine Company, Schenectady, N. Y. The man of many parts seldom parts his name in the middle. Smokers appreciate the quality value of Lewis' Single Binder cigar. Your dealer or Lewis' Factory, Peoria, Ill. There's a lot of people so perfectly good they cannot give the rest of us a chance to be pretty good. Defiance Starch is the latest invention in that line and an improvement on all other makes; it is more ec nomical, does better work, takes less time. Get it from any grocer. Japanese Patent Medicines The Japanese, having discovered the possibilities of profit in patent medicines, are extending their markets for them in China, Korea and the south sea islands. With a smooth iron and Defiance Starch, you can launder your shirt-walst just as well at home as the steam laundry can; it will have the proper stiffness and finish, there will be less wear and tear of the goods, and it will be a positive pleasure to use a Starch that does not stick to the iron. Washington Monument Bends. The towering Washington monument, solid as it is, cannot resist the heat of the sun, poured on its southern side on a midsummer's day, with out a slight bending of the gigantic shaft which is rendered perceptible by means of a copper wire, 174 feet long, hanging in the center of the structure and carrying a plummet suspended in a vessel of water. Laundry work at home would be much more satisfactory if the right Starch were used. In order to get the desired stiffness, it is usually necessary to use so much starch that the beauty and fineness of the fabric is hidden behind a paste of varying thickness, which not only destroys the appearance, but also affects the wearing quality of the goods. This trouble can be entirely overcome by using Defiance Starch, as it can be applied much more thinly because of its greater strength than other makes. Treatment of Habitual Criminals The New Zealand minister for justice has introduced the habitual criminals and offenders bill, which provides that where a person has been twice convicted of a criminal assault or four times of wounding, robbery or burglary, he may be regarded as an habitual criminal and at the expiration of his sentence detained in a reformatory. After six convictions for vagrancy a man may be treated in the same way. Discharge from the reformatory will be secured only on the recommendation of the court, while the detained offenders will be made to work and wages will be placed to their credit or toward the support of their dependents. Fine Wireless Station. A Berlin writer states that a wireless signal station is now in course of erection at Norddeich for the German government postal authorities, which will have an effective radius of 932 miles, equal to the distance from Naples to St. Petersburg. The station consists of four iron towers, 213 feet high. DODDS KIDNEY PILLS FOR ALL KIDNEY DISEASES CURS RHEUMATISM BRIGHTY DISEASE DIABETES BACKACHE has discontinued the use of injections. The public may only use of medications. Sold only in buses. GEO. W. F. BULLOCK, Ladies' Barber AND TONSORIALIST 1920 Franklin Avenue. St. Louis. S. SEXTON LOCAL 44, A. F. M. West End Music Store 2129 MARKET ST. Instruments Bought and Sold. SHEET MUSIC A SPECIALTY. All Kinds of Repairing Done. ST. LOUIS. NEW DRESSMAKING 2726 MORGAN ST. Such as Ladies' Tailoring and Fashionable Dressmaking. MRS. MAMIE ALEXANDER. MISS NELLIE BOUYER. Telephone A-2064. FRANK MONTGOMER DEALER IN Coal and Wood. EXPRESSING DONE. 2621 Barnard St. St. Louis. MRS. R. WILKERSON. 3233a LASALLE ST. Cleaning Feathers For Men's and Ladies' Hats. P.S.PERKINS EVERYTHING CLEAN AND FIRST - CLASS. 924 North 21st Street. 004 N. 21st. St. MUSIC FURNISHED for Receptions, Balls and Parties. JOHN L. FIELDS, teacher of the Harp with the Great Western Band and Orchestra Musical Combinations to be hired for small parties and entertainments. Violin, Corned Harp. 1-YIOLIN AND HARP. 2-YIOLINS, VIOLA BASS. Bell Phone: Main 3268. Bell, Bomont 1481. PHONES: Kinloch C-397 LOUIS HENCKEN, (Successor to Theo. H. Tempel. GROCER, 2601 MARKET ST., Orders Promptly Delivered. St. Louis IF YOU BUY FURNITURE. AT Thuner's ITS GOOD. 2122-24-26 South Broadway PHONE: BOMONT 458. S. FORD Prop. "It's always fair weather When good fellows get together." Where are you going? I am going to the HOME COOKING KITCHEN TO GET A GOOD MEAL. Strictly Home Cooking Like Mother Cooks at Hunt Remember the Number. 2127 MARKET STREET. Meals at All Hours. OPEN DAY AND NIGHT. TELEPHONE A-2064. FRANK MONTGOMERY DEALER IN Coal and Wood. EXPRESSING DONE. 2621 Bernard' St. St. Louis. Bishops of the A. M. E. Church and Post Office Addresses. RT.REV. B. W. ARNETT, D. D. Wilberforce, O. RT.REV. WESLEY J. GAINES, D. D. Atlanta, Ga. RT.REV. WM. B. DERRICK, D. D. Flushing, Greater New York, N. Y. RT.REV. C. T. SHAFFER, D. D. M. D., Chicago, Ill. RT.REV. ABRAHAM GRANT, D. D. 3349 Pennsylvania avenue, Indianapolis, Ind. RT. REV. H. M. TURNER, D. D. LL. D. 30 Young, Atlanta, Ga. RT. REV. L. J. COPPIN, 738 South Twelfth street, Philadelphia, Pa. RT. REV. MOSES B. SALTER, D. D. 30 Yanderhorst street, Charleston, S. C. RT. REV. B. F. LEE, D. D., Wilberforce, O. RT. REV. EVANS TYREE, D. D., 13 North Hill street, Nashville, Tena. RT. REV. B. T. TANNER, D. D., 2908 Diamond street, Philadelphia, Pa. RT. REV. C. S. SMITH, D. D., M. D. 39 East Columbia street, Detroit, Mich. RT. REV. JAMES A. HANDY, D. D. 1341 North Carey street, Baltimore. M4 The Home Protective Association A reliable, progressive, fraternal asociation. Headquarters at Hannibal, Mo. Chartered under the laws of the state of Missouri and under the supervision of the Missouri Insurance department. Organized on a safe equitable plan that will perpetuate the Association. Imperial officers—C. R. McDowell Chief Regent, Hannibal Mo.; J. H. Pelham, Imperial Councellor, Hannibal Mo.; M. A. Lewis, Imperial Secretary, Hannibal Mo.; R. L. Beal, Imperial Treasurer, Hannibal Mo.; O. C. Queen, Medical Director, Hannibal Mo.; Geo. F. Nell, Imperial Organizer, LaGrange, Mo. Imperial Advisory Board—A. R. Chinn, Glasgow, Mo.; M. R. H. Smith, LaGrange, Mo.; W. H. Dixon, Palmyra, Mo. The official is a guarantee that it is founded on a business principle. We recommend the circulars to the public and ask that the people rally to their standard, they have been before the public for many years and they are doing a great work. We shall speak from time to time about this much made organization. Office at 3951 Finney Avenue, Rev. R. H. Sydnor. Sons and Daughters of Rebecca No. 3 meets at U. E. F. hall, Jefferson and Lucas avenues, on the second Wednesday in each month at 8:30 p. m. mrs. Sadie Harris.....President 1529 Gratlot Street. Mrs. Lula Wallace.....Vice-President 1529 Gratlot Street. ...Mills Henry.....Secretary 2014 Mills Street' Miss Sallie Hackney.....Ass't. Secretary 209 South Fifteenth Street. S. W. WILLIAMS, DEALER IN Gents' Furnishing Goods AND A FINE LINE SHOES A SPECIALTY. Call and Make Our Place Your Headquarters. 502 Buchanan St. TEXARKANA, TEX. OLD PHONE 405. 1409 Market Street B. MUNCHWEILER Dealer in LADIES' and GENTS' SHOES DON'T FORGET THE NUMBER We give Eagle Trading Stamps. A WEEKLY VISITOR Calling on 170,000 Colored People in the City of St. Louis, and the State of Missouri..... An Afro-American Newspaper, Published For The Good Of The Race..... ...$2.00. A YEAR... NEWS FROM MISSOURL Thanksgiving Proclamation. Gov. Folk has issued his Thanksgiving proclamation, designating Thursday, November 29, as the day when the "people of every class and of every creed are requested to refrain from their usual avocations and assemble in their accustomed places of worship to give grateful acknowledgement to God." The proclamation follows: Missourians should rejoice and give thanks unto the Giver of all good things for the maternal and moral prosperity so bountifully bestowed upon the people of this commonwealth. Lest we forget that we owe our wonderful advancement to the hand of Him, who has been guiding our destinies, it is appropriate that there should be set apart a day of thanksgiving to the Ruler of the universe, for His blessings, showered upon us, as a people. Therefore, the President of the United States, having appointed Thursday, November 29, 1906, that day is hereby designated as a day of Thanksgiving in Missouri, and the people of every class and of every creed are requested to refrain from their usual avocations and assemble in their accustomed places of worship or around their own fireside and give grateful acknowledgement in song and prayer to the God of our nation our state and our hearts, for all that we are, and hope to be. In testimony whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affirmed the great seal of the state of Missouri. Done at the City of Jefferson this 13th day of November, A. D. 1906. By order of the Governor. JOSEPH W. FOLK. JOHN E. SWANGER, Secretary of State. For School Legislation State Superintendent of schools W. T. Carrington in his report to the general assembly will urge legislation providing for a superintendent of rural schools in each county; for the uniformity of text books, state uniformity preferred, for the inspection of all high schools by the state superintendent and his assistants; for an increase in the required length of term from six months to eight months, if a levy of 65 cents on the $100 assessed valuation will provide it; for a minimum teacher's annual salary of $400 for all the districts that can pay it on a 40-cent levy; of $360 for all districts that can pay it on a 60-cent levy; of $300 for all districts that can pay it on a 65 cent levy. The penalty suggested for failure to comply with any of the requirements of the proposed law is forfeiture of all public monies to the district. To Be Hanged December 21. In the circuit court at Houston, "Jodah" Hamilton confessed to the murder of the Parson family October 12, and the jury promptly found him guilty of murder in the first degree and assessed his punishment at hanging. Judge Woodside set the date for his execution December 21. Aged Negress Dead. Mrs. Lucy Campbell, negress, aged 103 years, died here shortly after she had united with the African Methodist church and had been baptized. She was born in Tennessee in 1803, and during her early life was three times sold as a slave, and once traded by her master to settle a whisky debt, An Epidemic of Diphtheria. The public schools at Avalon, a small town southwest of Chillicothe, and a number of the country schools have been closed on account of diptheria. A number of the residents of the town and country are down with the disease and one death has occurred. Will Reorganize Board. A reorganization of the state board of railway and warehouse commissioners will take place early in January when "Rube" Oglesby is sworn in. It is deemed likely that the present secretary of the commission, Captain T. M. Bradbury, will be retained in that position, but there will be many changes in the grain department of St. Louis, Kansan City and St. Joseph, Millionaires in Legislature. The coming session of the general assembly will contain among its members at least two millionaires. One of these is Senator Tom Connor, of Jasper county, and the other is Representative Theron Catlin, of St. Louis. Junketing Committee Clerkship. Gov. Folk has appointed Joseph Goldman, editor of the Cole County Democrat, clerk of the committee to inspect and report upon the condition of the various state institutions. The position pays $5 per day and traveling expenses. Minister Wins a Case. A $30,000 libel suit against the Rev. Dr. B. F. Crissman, pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal church at St. Joseph was decided in his favor by a jury in the circuit court. During a crusade against fake hotels last summer Dr. Crissman caused the house of Mrs. Elva J. Nicholson to be raided by the police. He stated that he had reason to believe that persons of questionable reputation went there. For this she brought the suit which he failed to win. PRESIDENT IN PORTO RICO RECEIVES A WARM WELCOME FROM THE ISLANDERS. Delivered an Address at the City Hall in Ponce—Crosses Island in Automobile. San Juan—President Roosevelt arrived at Ponce from Colon on board the battleship Louisiana. He was visited on board the vessel by Gov. Winthrop, who extended a welcome to the island. The president at once came ashore, and was greeted at the pier by Mayor Oppenheimer of Ponce and a delegation of prominent officials and citizens. The town, which was profusely decorated in the president's honor, was crowded with people from the surrounding country, eager to greet Mr. Roosevelt. "Vive el Presidente!" In spite of the early hour, the landing place was crowded with an expectant throng, many of whom had been in their places all night, to witness the incoming of the Louisiana. As the president stepped ashore the crowd cheered him, crying "Vive el presidente!" When the greetings were over the president, accompanied by Gov. Winthrop, was driven to the city hall, Mrs. Winthrop and Mrs. Roosevelt following. The president was kept busy acknowledging cheers all along the two miles of march from the landing place to the principal plaza of the town. At the entrance to the plaza a huge arch had been erected from which little girls threw flowers to both the president and Mrs. Roosevelt as they passed. The President's Address. The President's Address. At the city hall an address of welcome was read to the president. He delivered his reply from the balcony of the building, addressing the largest crowd that had ever assembled in Ponce. The president said in part: "I shall continue to use every effort to secure citizenship for Porto Rico. I am confident this will come in the end, and all that I can personally do to hasten that day I will do. My efforts will be unceasing to help you along the path of true self-government which must have for its basis a union of order, liberty, justice and honor." In conclusion the president said: "I salute you from my heart as fellow citizens." The reference to citizenship brought out enthusiastic applause from the people. Visits Roosevelt School. Before leaving Ponce the president was driven to the Roosevelt school. Here several hundred school children had been assembled and sang "America" as the president drove up. The cornerstone of this school was laid in April, 1903, by the president's daughter, now Mrs. Longworth. The president was greatly pleased with his reception at the school, and made short address. The presidential party left Ponce at 10:30, the time set by the schedule, for the run to San Juan over the famous military road. Eleven automobiles conveyed the party. Stops of three minutes each were made at Juana Diaz, Coamo and Albonito. At each place the president was welcomed by the mayor and spoke briefly from his automobile. The president received a remarkable reception at Caguaas, the most important town on the military road. Here he spoke at length, reiterating his views on Porico Rico citizenship, Passing through the Caguaas and the Cayey tobacco district, where American capital has worked a wonderful development, the president was greatly impressed with the fertility and flourishing conditions of the plantations. At Caguaas Mrs. Roosevelt was showered with flowers and received many presents. Between towns along the military road scattering crowds eagerly awaited the chance of a fleeting glimpse of the presidnt. San Juan. At Rio Piedras, the last town before reaching San Juan, President Roosevelt received an enthusiastic reception from the school children, and the pupils and teachers of the Porto Rico normal school. To them he spoke facetiously about college life and outdoor sports. Arriving at the original entrance to the city of San Juan, where formerly stood the old city hall and gate, a huge arch had been erected by the city, and here Mayor Todd and the city officials extended their welcome to the president. A HANGING IN TEXAS. Scaffold Built Before Accused Was Found Guilty. Center, Tex.-Dick Garrett, the negro who killed Dr. M. M. Paul here, was legally hanged Wednesday afternoon. The grand jury returned an indictment Tuesday morning, the scaffold was constructed Tuesday night on the public square, the trial was held Wednesday morning, lasting from 9 to 11 o'clock, and the execution took place at 12 o'clock. Sold Arsenic to Poison Wives. Sold Armesic to Poison Wives. Bupast—The Central Institute of Medicine has just completed medical examinations of portions of 25 human bodies which have been exhumed at Knez, in the Mescar district, and found that every one bore strong traces of arsenical poisoning. As a result two peasant women have been arrested, and it is charged they made a regular practice of selling arsenic in this district to persons who desired it. Did themselves of their spouses, or real men have been arrested. SOUTHERN RAILWAY Shortest Line Trains Leave Union Station 10:00 A.M. 10:10 P.M. TICKET OFFICE: 719 Olive Street and Union Station. Fresh DRUGS Daily 2601 LAWTON AVENUE, N. W. Cor. Jefferson and Lawton Aves. Open Day and Night. Both Telephones. R. J. RAYMOND, Attorney - at - Law, 1111 Clark Ave., St. Louis, Mo. Friedman Loan and Mercantile Co. PAWNBKOKERS, 1324 MARKET STREET, ST. LOUIS, MO. Money to Loan on All Articles of Value At the Lowest Rate of Interest. Dealers in Gold and Silver Watches, Chains, Diamonds, Fine Jewelry, Guns, Pistols, Musical Instruments, Clothing of Every Description. Especially Low Interest on Large Loans. Business Confidential. Unredeemed Pledges for Safe. Tel. Kin. C-468. We are the only thoroughly experienced and the only practically competent Colored Undertakers in the city. have our own conveyances and do all our own we Carriages furnished for all occasions. NUT STREET, ST. LOUIS, MO. Phon Curtis' Newport B and do all our own work. or all occasions. MO. Phone Central 555. wport Buffet, We have our own conveyances and do all our own work. Carriages furnished for all occasions. 2322 CHESTNUT STREET, ST. LOUIS, MO. Phone Central 555. W. T. 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Communications for publication must reach us not later than Wed- nesday. ADVERTISING RATES. For one inch, one insertion ..... $ 60 For one inch each subsequent insertion ..... 15 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 The St. Louis Palladium is sold at the following places: 2617 Lawton Ave. 211 North Jefferson avenue. The Palladium is sold at: 9 North Seventeenth street. 2739 Wash street. Notice. Notice. We have been publishing the St. Louis Palladium for the past twenty years, and but few written contracts have been made. We have been so fortunate as to not have any misunderstanding with but two exceptions. One was with the Nelson Mfg. Co., which was due to the fact that the written contract was misplaced in our office. This fact was brought to light when our bill was presented, which naturally was ahead of time. In reply they told us of our agreement in the written contract, and upon careful examination of the books we found that we were in the wrong, and fulfilled the contract. The Nelson Co. has an ad at present in the Palladium. The second misunderstanding was in this city, which was adjusted. We are not accustomed to making written contracts. We have always taken a man's word, and should there be a misunderstanding, we have at all times been able to adjust the same, in a gentlemanly manner. That is why we have been successful in our efforts in publishing the Palladium. We shall watch events and hope for the best. Last Tuesday, at a meeting at 2727 Franklin avenue, the question of the dismissal of the three companies of the Twenty-fifth infantry was discussed pro and con. All admitted that the order was very damaging in every particular, and by that order the same did not enrich President Roosevelt, but it made the Negro very poor indeed. J. W. Wheeler spoke at some length on this question with much feeling and intimated that no such order could have come from the czar of Russia on his soldiers, after which a meeting was called for next Sunday, when resolution will be introduced in regard to how the Negroes of St. Louis feel about the act of the president. Now that the election is over, and the republicans have won, what will be the part of the Negro when the pie counter is set? Will the Negro be invited to take part, as he took part in the election, or will the Negroes of St. Louis be considered? Will he get any of the plums that he made it possible for the white republicans to enjoy for the next four years? These are questions that must be answered by the republican party in St. Louis, where the Negroes voted almost to a man the republican ticket. What we ask is to treat the 10,000 Negro voters fair at the pie counter. W. T. Vernon. When the national committee sends out speakers to the different states it ought to send out men who can enlighten the people on politics and morality, not men who can not stand the test. If W. T. Vernon, register of the United States treasury, had made a few more speeches in the state of Kansas-the state would have gone democratic. Don't you see? The next legislature that will convene will attempt to Jim Crow the state of Missouri, and the city of St. Louis on street cars. We guess the introducer thinks it is all right, as the three companies, H, B and C of the Twenty-fifth infantry, have been railroaded out of the regular army and Jim Crowed from further service to their country. Isabel and Taylor, two of St. Louis' young men, are doing good business at 1315 Clark avenue. Give them a call. To The Public. To The Public. Any erroneous rejection upon the character, standing or reputation of any person firm or corporation, which may appear in the colums of The Palladium will be gladly corrected upon being brought to the attention of the management. All articles sent to this office for publication, must have the writer's signature or otherwise such articles will be ignored. We are not responsible for the return of unsolicited contributions on any subject. Churches and others having news or notices will please have the same in the office by Wednesday to insure publication in the week's issue. Five cents per line for each insertion. Seven cents per line for each insertion. black face. It occasionally happens that papers sent to subscribers are lost or stolen. In case you do not receive any number when due, inform us by postal card, and we will cheerfully forward a duplicate of the missing number. What We Would Like to See. The Young Men's Christian association discontinue asking men to do things for them gratis. Men and women, when they are due for their paper, stop running across the street and getting their feet wet, when they see the editor, instead of telling him when they will pay up. When the republicans win, like they have in St. Louis, give some veteran men some positions. You know who was of much service to you during the campaign. The woman in the 5100 block on Lindell avenue stop her visits to Jefferson avenue, or she will get pinched some of these dark nights. The ministers who have large churches not to descend to politics for money, ranging from $30 to $50, as these politicians will tell and call you names, like some have already done. We know whereof we speak. The eagle bird start to flying. The editor seemingly gets his pork chops greasy, and looks as saucy as a kid of ten years. Old boy, take a tumble, won't you? Good Work of Mr Maurace Barnes Mr. Maurice Barnes, of 2739 Wash street, is agent for the St. Louis Palladium. Some years ago we gave him three papers to sell—at that time a paper called the American Eagle, was in his glory. Mr. Barnes sold the Eagle, the Advance and the Palladium, but in due time the ralladium got the lead, and today he sells 60 to 70 papers every week. Thus it shows what close attention to business will do. The Palladium stands ahead of any Negro paper in the West. In St. Louis the Palladium is read by over five thousand people. In St. Louis many persons will not eat their breakfast until the mail man brings the Palladium to them on Saturday morning. If you don't believe it, ask the letter carriers how eager the people are to get the Palladium. Ask any of our agents. So you see if people want the citizens to know that they are in business, advertise in the Palladium. Notice! Notice! The collecting for the Palladium is up to the manager, and we shall be on duty from 9 a. m. till 8 p. m. We hope that our many friends will so arrange to be of good cheer, and at all times make us happy. We shall endeavor to do what we can to give you the news of our people. We have the best list of subscribers of any Negro paper in the country, and they have the best collector. Laugh It Off. When you're suffering reversion Till it seems naught but diversion Is the only thing you need to keep your weary minds intact, Try a little healthy laughter Good o.d-fashioned, jolly laughter, And you'll find it bully medicine—a tonic, for a fact. When you can't make any headway, And each day seems like a dead day, And the thorns begin to pester till your nerves are shattered, racked Stop a bit; get busy quaffing From the bottle labeled "Laughing"— Get your fill and then start over— it's a tonic, for a fact. Are you grumpy? Are you grouchy? Do you feel like saying ouchy Every time some one gets near you? Have you lost the thing called tact? Try a cup of sunny chaffing, Sweetened up with merry laughing— It's the best thing on the market for a tonic, for a fact. USE PICKETT'S ANTISEPTIC OINTMENT For chapped face and hands, pimples, scrofula, tetter, ringworm, eczema, ulcers, rash, galls, and all skin disases. 25c. For sale by S. L. PICKETT. 2601 Lawton ave. NOTICE Any article sent to this office for publication must be accompanied by the money—5 cents per line—otherwise it will be thrown away. INDIAN STATUE The Indiana state building erected at the World's fair in St. Louis in 1904. NEGROES' LAST HOPE SECRETARY TAFT ORDERS THEIR IMMEDIATE DISMISSAL. ROOSEVELT STANDS FIRM Secretary States He Does Not Feel Justified In Longer Delaying Action. Washington, Nov. 21.—Secretary Taft Wednesday morning announced that he has ordered the immediate execution of the presidential order dismissing the negro troops. This action was taken, he said, as soon as he returned to Washington, and learned that President Roosevelt had declared he would not consider the case. A telegram was received from the president at 11 a. m. Wednesday in which he declines to suspend the discharge unless there are new facts of such importance as to warrant cabling him. He states that the action was taken after due deliberation, and that the only matter to which he can pay heed is the presentation of facts showing the original report to be in whole or in part untrue, or clearly exculpating some ind'-lual. If any such facts later appear, he can act as he deems advisable, but, thus far, nothing has been introduced to warrant the suspension of the order and he directs that it be executed. Secretary Taft made the following announcement explaining his determination to carry out the order dismissing the colored soldiers of the Twenty-fifth infantry: Taft's Statement "In the matter of the order discharging the enlisted men of three companies of the Twenty-fifth infantry, issued by the president, application was presented by the secretary of war by a number of persons of standing asking for a rehearing by the president of the grounds on which the action was taken. The secretary telegraphed the president of the application, and delayed the proceedings of the discharge until the president could indicate his wishes. The secretary was in the meantime called out of town. No answer was received from the president. The secretary on his return did not feel justified in further delaying the execution of the order of discharge, especially in view of the fact that the secretary then learned that the president had fully and exhaustively considered the arguments against the order of the persons who now apply for a rehearing. Accordingly, the secretary directed that the proceedings for discharge be continued without delay." A. B. Two years ago a school girl, but now married and has a little son, or, as the Palladium man calls the youngsters, pickaninny. Well, well, such is life. See Friedman's "ad." He is our friend Anything in life will a man give for money, and Mr. Friedman has the dough. Call and see him—1324 Market street. The telephone number of J. W. Wheeler's residence, 2617 Lawton avenue, is K. Central 7890. Call up that number and let us know when you want us to send the Palladium to you. Use Pickett's Laxative Viburnum for Famale Troubles. HARRY DENNY SONNY MACK NOAH WARRINGTON Grand Reception and Ball GIVEN BY THE FAMOUS RECORD BREAKERS. Twentieth Cent- tury Social Club, "T. C.'S." BETTER KNOWN AS THE Abyssinia Hall, Thanksgiving Eve. 18 SOUTH TENTH STREET. Tickets for Sale at Noah Warrington's 2111 Chestnut Street. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 1906. Two coops of fine turkeys will be raffled during the evening. Turkeys will be on exhibition at 26 South 14th St—Sonny Mack's house; at 204 North 14th St., at Sam, the Tailor. Eat your Thanksgiving turkey on the T. C.'s. All clubs with badges admitted free. HARRY DENNY Grand GIVEN IN Twentieth Century Social BETTER KNOWN A Abyssinia Hall 18 SOUTH TENTH STREET WEDNES Two coops of fine turkeys will South 14th St—Sonny Mack's ho turkey on the T. C.'s. All club RIP SAW COLUMN OF THE ST. LOUIS PALLADIUM Mr. Ed Levy, of 3016 Caroline street, was at a card party on Lawton avenue a few days ago. He had better take care of his child on Laclede avenue and not waste his time at such parties. The agent of the Rip Saw has been sending the same old news every week and it won't go. We must have fresh news every week. Some one must be ripped up the back each week, if it is no one, but yourself. A certain lady who was going to Chicago was asked by another lady how she could afford to go. Her answer was quite pointed, and she said because when I go to card parties my husband goes with me. While collecting last Saturday unfortunately I dropped all my receipts on 28th and Walnut streets. While in the act of picking them up I heard a screeching similar to that of a night cat, saying, "Wheeler, Wheeler." I watched and waited, and all at once they looked out of their window, and such maneuvers as she made with her hands to me, the niggers in the jungles of Georgia would not be guilty of. I have since learned the meaning of the same. Rooms at 409-11-12-13 North Levee. As we chanced to pass the above numbers, we were indeed struck with astonishment as we saw Mr. Wm. Lee, proprietors of these rooms—a club room with all the modern improvements, such as reading room and splendid library, at 409; next, 411, a fine barber shops; No. 412, billiard and pool room; up stairs a large room where clothing is bought and sold, also jewels, diamonds, watches. Really this is almost a department store. No. 413 is a splendid ice cream parlor and restaurant. On the third floor of 409 is a commodious hall, which is rented for all occasions. This is the largest and best to accommodate all occasions. Mr. Lee is a thoroughgoing business man, very accommodating, and when you get acquainted with him you will find one of the most congenial men you could possibly meet. Do not fail to visit his place of business. He buys and sells pianos on the most reasonable terms. Remember the numbers—409-11-12 & 13 N. Levee. INDIANA Providence Baptist Notes. There was a splendid congregation out Sunday morning, notwithstanding the threatening weather, and the pastor preached with unusual fervor. The funeral of Mrs. Celia Perkins, formerly of Cattleville, Mo., was attended at our church in the afternoon at 2 o'clock. This was the first funeral that has been at our church since our occupancy. The entire center pews of the beautiful church were filled with members of the several societies of which she was a member. The vestibule and isles were crowded with friends and visitors. The floral display was in every way beautiful. Resolutions of condolence were offered by the several orders, the choir rendered sweet and solemn music, and she was borne to her last resting place. Mrs. Perkins had promised to unite with our church, but death called her before she had a chance to carry out her desires. Peace be to her ashes and rest to her soul. The Chrysanthemum club met Sunday afternoon and made arrangements for Thanksgiving dinner, and we take this method in tendering the editor of the Palladium and the general public a cordial invitation. All old saints will be remembered with kindness, that may attend. There will be a grand rally in the interest of Berean association at Providence next Sunday afternoon. All pastors and churches are expected to attend. Rev. G. W. Crushon, D.D., pastor of Fifth Baptist church, will be the preacher of the occasion. D.S. begins promptly at 2 o'clock. Clubs Nos. 4, 7 and 9 were a financial success, thanks to our friends. A Sermon to Men. Rev. C. M. C. Mason, rector of All Saints' Episcopal church, will preach a sermon to men, Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. The general public is invited to attend. SENNEN POINTERS FOR THE READ (1) THE ST. LOUIS PALLADIUM IS in its 20th year of regular publication. (4) More bona fide 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. NOAH WARRINGTON and Ball SPEAKERS. C.'S." Thanksgiving Eve. Warrington's 2111 Chestnut Street. 28, 1906. Turkeys will be on exhibition at 26 the Tailor. Eat your Thanksgiving THANKSGIVING PARTY NEW IMPERIAL CLUB True Reformers Hall Thursday Night, Nov. 29th, M. Wm. D. Flowers, Pres., Andrew U. Grant, Sec., Jesse Johnson, Gen'l Agt Prof. Jas. W. Grant, (Specially engaged) Director of Festivities. 3137 Pine St. JAMES W. GRANT PRESENTS Blue's Concert Band Every Sunday Afternoon at 3:30. [Name not visible] WM. BLUE,Band Master. SPECIALS, SUNDAY, NOV. 25.—Hon. Hugo Muench, Miss Mabel Wheeler and Mrs. Edith Birney-Harrison. SPECIALS SUNDAY, DEC. 2—Prof. Arthur D. Langston, Mme. Lucia Barrow and Mr. L. W. Harris. FAREWELL CONCERT AND PARTY AT DOUGLASS HALL WEDNESDAY NIGHT, DECEMBER 5. M'GREGOR & HORN. 1547 GRATIOT ST. Dealers in Fresh Meats of all Kinds and Family Groceries. We solicit your trade, as we handle the best of goods at 1547 GRATIOT ST. Nicely furnished rooms to rent at 1234 Clark ave. Good neighborhood. Mrs. Bievens. Thirty hurt in a train wreck in Alabama. Negro porter blamed and threats made to lynch him. He flees into the woods. _- PROF. LEON DEyoOUX Born Seer and Past Master of Clairvoyancy BEHOLD STRANGE POWERS OF A STRANGE MAN. Lost @ Missing Friends Promptly Located GOOD Toa Who Visit the UGK Great Hindoo L. Clairvoyant and Paimist If you want to become orosperous, to find out what is best to do, then seek the advice of this lairvoyant, to whom many prosperous men and wo- nen owe their present suc- cess. He gives a plain statement of facts and shows you the way to help yourself. The troubled and unfortunate should seek his advice. There is uo home so dreary, no life so sad, no heart so lonely, no condition so hopeless that cannot be righted and kept aright after a vistt to this wonderful man. Is your husband or wife un- true? Does another share the love that is rightfully yours? Have you ene- mies? Haye you a doubt- *ul love affair? Have you lost your lover or sweet- heart? Do you want to yet them back? Then see this man. He will show you just how to do it, and how to bring about a speedy and happy mar- Te Ra gnc e ee pe Demonstrating the Occult Art of India in His Pri- riage with the one you vate Studio. love and should have. Through the source of his scientifie work he will tell you whom, and when you will marry, whether your friends are true or faise, your lucky days, months and years, where to go to gain happiness. He has assisted hundreds out of difficulties who had given up in despair. Al who are unsuccessful, or unlucky, who are undetermined, dissatisfied or confronted with any difficulty or trouble whatever, should see him at once, seek his advice and start aright. YOU SHOULD CALL On this gifted man. He will send you home happier, wiser and better than you ever were before. If you cannot call, write. PROF, LEON DE VOUA reading for Miss Magnolia Fair, of California, In 1902. Before she had married Mr. Scott, the Gold Mine King of Death Valley, Cal. SPECIAL—On presentation of this AD with- in ten days willentitJe ladies or gentlemen to a G thorough Biographical Reading. Formerly $5, for Correspondence. CONFIDENTIAL CORRESPONDENCE WITH PERSONS RESIDING OUT OF THE CITY. MEDIUMS DEVELOPED. 2734 MORGAN STREET, Between Beaumont and Leffingwell Ave. Hours: 9:00 A. M. to 9:00 P. M. ST. Louis. THE NATATORIUM Roller Skating Rink, 2118-20 MARKET STREET, isthe leading colored rink in the city. Was built and 1s owned and operated by colored. It has a special skating rink floor. Well lighted and ventilated. Good music and good order. A. A. BROOKS, Manager. NEGRO MASONIC HALL ASS’N. GRAND RECEPTION AND ENTERTAINMENT AT ABYSSINIA HALL, 18 S. TENTH STREET, Monaday Evening, Nov. 26, 1906. MUSIC BY HARMONY BAND. ADMISSION, 35 CENTS. For Fine Work in Tailoring See sah ; CHAS. Q. CLARK Merchant Tailor. 2315 MARKET STREET, = ” _ a - $T. LOUIS, MO. Kinloch Central 6322 =z Bell, Beaumont, 1987. nek ‘ . Lg _ | On \) meee . a. NL okt ow ‘ f . aaa Aue 4 roe: 5 - “ee i : a er ee <i i (iB: eis 4 @ o-. ea | en fa oN 4 i : | a ER ; | Mee aa se be ge 2 ~via ee \ 2g eres Sees haber = / eae ete le ae eS Ss a taeda ee ar sae Be 49 ieee 2 i] 4 Wivcan ek o aee ee eee i x oF | Fy PPagas i Sel fm (Uae 5 de ye | Pe a. SP gees ey 94 i san oe | Ee Oo a: wD ‘ el Ft og de cael i a ie Me Te ou a ag ; 4 See <a he PT i ee | ee ee Acie 7 pane The beautiful building of the state of Ohio, which was erected at the World’s fair in 1904. a FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NEWS. The financial rally will take place on the first Sunday in December. It is hoped that all of members and friends will give all they can to help out this laudable cause.. Remember, the Lord blesses the cheerful giver. Mrs, J. N. Harvey, an influential white lady, and a speaker of note, will address the B. Y. P. U. next Sun- day at 5:30 p. m. It is hoped that a large crowd will turn out to hear her, because she will say some good things OBSERVATIONS Changes in the cabinet to follow immediately after the return of Presi- dent Roosevelt. President Roosevelt stands by Secre- tary Hitchcock on the Indian Terri. tory oil lease question. Judge Clark, of Waco, Tex.,, in argu- ment in court, says that trusts abound in that state. Simon Guggenheim, smelter trust magnate, will be elected co senate from Colorado. Hurrican sweeps over the city of Marion, Ind., doing great damage to buildings and other property. A member of the government's “pol- son squad’ dies, and his mother de- mands heavy damages. President Hill of the Great North- ern testifies at Minneapolis before the interstate commerce commission in the grain elevator hearing. Caruso, Metropolitan opera tenor, arraigned in New York court on charge of improper conduct in 200 monkey house. Woman who caused his arrest can not be found. Eckles, in an address before the Bankers’ association at Omaha, _in- dorsed the issuance of credit currency as adopted by recent monetary com mission in Washington, For Rent—4336 Cottage avenue, three nice rooms, furnishedsor un. furnished, to first-class colored peo- ple. Sam, the Tailor, is the man that patronizes Negro business men, and our people ought tc patronize him. 204 North Fourteenth street. If undecided, consult Leon Devoux, the Great Hindoo Clairvoyant. He removes the Hoodoo and removes evil influences. 2734 Morgan street. Mr. William Martin, boot and shoe repairer, is now located at 2809 Man: chester ave. Mr. Martin is from Lit tle Rock, and his ad will appear in next week's issue of the Palladium. He has just passed the last civil service examination. Phone, Bell, 1684 Olive. = gm Isabell Q Taylor | PROPRIETORS q ea. Magnolia Bar. Geo. Isabell. es 4 Fine Imported and Domestic Wines, Liquors and Cigars CHAS. WINESTOCK, Manager. Night—ANDREW MARTIN. MIXERS. Day—ED. ISABELL. OPEN ALL NIGHT. 1315 Clark Avenue. St. Louis, Mo. 3 @ DEPARTMENT a STORE. 409—Barber Shop and Hall ‘on Third Floor. 410—Clothiers, Jewelry and Piano Store. 411—Confectiénery and Resturant. 412—Buffet and Pool Room. Open Day and Night Kinloch, Central, 5799. Bell, Olive, 1091 WM. LEE. ‘Proprietor _and ‘Manager. that will be of much interest to the race. , Rev. R. H. Cole preaches every Sunday at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. All of the members should be in their seats at that hour and receive the word of God to their souls’ content. The B. Y. P. U. is getting along very nicely. A nice crowd attends every Sunday, but the house ought to be full every Sunday. Dinner will be served Thanksgiving day at the church. Come one, come all, and get a nice dinner and be happy. Turner Coffee and Tea Co. 2717 A Lucas Avenue. Dealer in high grade Coffees, Teas, Baking Powder and Pure Spices. Buy your Coffees and Teas of the Turner TeaCo. We are equal to any in the city in price and quality. Our Goods are pure. | R. A. TURNER, Propietor. 2230 MARKET STREET Randall & Wells We have just received our_new Fall and Winter Stock of Gents’ Underwear, Top Shirts, Collars, Cuffs, Ties, Etc. We are prepared to handle the Colored trade of the city. Call and see our goods. Randall & Wells, 2230 Market St., St. Louis. ' ne ee eS Ohe JEFFERSON BAR..... Choice Wines and Whiskies Ge of the Best Brand. ~~ 115 North Twelfth Street DEAD BEATS Recently a mew — organiza- tion was established by the elite of our city, known as The Palladium Dead-Beats. President—Richard Williams. Vice-President—H. Steele. Assistant Secretary—R. Reese, of Chicago. ‘Treasurer—Howse, of Belleville. Seargeant-at-Arms—S. W. Walton, 4280 North Market. Chaplain—s. W. Williams, 913 Bld- dle. Secretary—Miss Brown, 1421 Mont- rose. z NELSONS. > : MAKES {ix PROMOTES HARSH. isc ae ae STUBBORN |] 3% ~~ || GROWTH HAIR |aeii| Nese ( OF THE E 2 rors) | HAIR SOFT |i | [Rin | a rae!) PREVENTS pik (4) ast) seri hi FT: i QI || 152! || SPLITTING > — ty | cs |) AND -¢ REMOVES ‘G| BREAKING DANDRUFF OFF Not New or Experimental, but an Old, Reliable Preparation of Proven Merit. 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Morris, 172 Marion street, $1. Mrs. John Johns, 172 South ‘Twelfth street, $1. Moved from there and left no ad- dress. Miss Hopkins, 1163 Walton acenue, moved and left no address, $1.40. George Black, 6118 South Vermont avenue, refused outright, after many promises to pay, 80c. Next week we will give a number of dead-beats that live in Webster Grove and Kirkwood. We intend tell- ing and let people see who these dead- beats are. SAM, THE TAILCR. Hes begun the making of spring and mmmer suits. You have your choice 8 40M) different eatara. WANTED—Two apprentice girls to learn sewing. 3216 Lawton avenue. Call at once. Meets the 2nd Tuesday night in each month at 8 p. m. at Taborian Hall, 11th and Franklin avenue. GRACE E. MULLIGAN, H. P. LULA LEE CHATMAN, C. R. MR. JAME A. SYDNOR I NOT ONLY A Paper Hanger of prominence, but he is also engaged in PAINTING, WHITENING AND KALSOMINING.... Give him a call. 8951 Finney Av. THE POPULAR Barber Shop 1331 POPLAR ST. First-Class Work and Up-to-Date Barbers. G. W. HOOD, Proprietor. Wm. KNIGHTS Jewelry Store at 211 N. Jefferson Av. is the place to go. Ten years experience. G. W. ROBINSON, Second-Hand Furniture BOUGHT AND SOLD. Moving and Expressing, General Jobbing and Repairing of Ranges, Stoves, Etc. a Specialty. 4025 Easton Avenue ST. LOUIS, MO. Louis Deppe, Importer and Dealer in FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC Wines, Whiskies, Brandies, ETC. ETC. Southeast Corner of Market St. & Jefferson Av. St. Louis, Mo MR. H. YOUNG. Coal, Kindling, Wood. HAULING AND EXPRESS WAGONS. TRUNKS CONVEYED FROM OH TO UNION STATION. Office: 4017 Easton Avenue. Mrs. Susan Gross 2600 Pine St. Millinery. Up-to-date Hats. Trimmings and all material in that line. WILLIAM T. DAVIS, SHAVING PARLOR, 2811 Manchester Avenue. First-Glass Barber Shop and First-Glass Work Guaranteed. Mrs. W. E. Mack, 26 S. 14th Street, NEATLY FURNISHED ROOMS. St. Louis, Mo. BELL, OLIVE 1438. MAXWELL, First-Class Photographer 1407 Market Street. B. BELKER, —Dealarin— Groceries, Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Tobacco. Meat and Vegetable Market. 1119 and 1121 Morgan Street, St. Louis, Mo. A Thanksgiving THANKS be to Thee, O Good Not that Thou set the Of countless stars, in But that some soul who su- Sees one star through the And, by that gleam of hope Thanks be to Thee, O Good For throbbing music which But most for melody which The bird in deepest wood- A child to sleep, far from Of Fame's great chorus, cl Thanks be to Thee, O Good For wondrous beauty which But most for loveliness in A green spot in the parch' Of some pure, saintly life In haunts of wickedness w Thanks be to Thee, O Good For Autumn harvest men l For love, for home, for lau- But most of all for seeds w Of Winter, wait for sun an Holding potential growth f THANKS be to Thee, O God! Not that Thou set the darken'd sky with light Of countless stars, framed in solemnity— But that some soul who suffers in the night Sees one star through the window's little pane And, by that gleam of hope, first prays to Thee. Thanks be to Thee, O God! For throbbing music which the world's voice thrills; But most for melody which sings, alone— The bird in deepest wood—or song that stills A child to sleep, far from the grand refrain Of Fame's great chorus, chanting tunes well known. Thanks be to Thee, O God! For wondrous beauty which Thou gave the earth, But most for loveliness in barren sod; A green spot in the parch'd grass—the birth Of some pure, saintly life not lived in vain In haunts of wickedness which know not God. Thanks be to Thee, O God! For Autumn harvest men have toiled to reap; For love, for home, for laughter through our tears, But most of all for seeds which, in the sleep Of Winter, wait for sun and Spring-time rain, Holding potential growth for coming years. In the busy rush of living very few people find time to be thankful for or realize the everyday and vital blessings that are ouring in upon them. The Puritans must have recognized this even in their day, when they inaugurated a custom that has become as firmly fixed as the constitution of the United States. While the adherents of the Pilgrim church, which was exiled from England in 1608 and sent a colony over to New England in the Mayflower in 1620, are unquestionably to be credited with our national Thanksgiving day, which appeals so deeply to the heart of the patriotic American, the custom of thanksgiving was undoubtedly suggested by the Hebrew "Feast of the Tabernacles" or "Feast of Ingathering" at the end of the year. Occasional thanksgiving was not unusual in Europe. After the first harvest of the colonists at Plymouth in 1621 Gov. Bradford sent four men out fowling that they might rejoice and celebrate in feasting together. In July, 1623, a day of fasting and prayer was appointed on account of the drought. Rain came while the people were praying and the governor appointed a day for thanksgiving which was observed with religious service. There was a similar change of fast-day into Thanksgiving in 1631, when supplies came from Ireland. All of these earlier appointments, however, were made at various seasons of the year and for special purposes—usually for the timely arrival of ships with supplies—but in later years on account of the harvests. This substantiated a fixed Thanksgiving day late in the fall after the harvest time was over, and also the celebration of the day by first a religious service and then a feast. When the revolutionary war began Thanksgiving had become a national holiday and was annually recommended by congress. However, after the general thanksgiving for peace in 1784 there was no national appointment until 1789, when President Washington by a request of congress, recommended setting aside a day of thanks for the adoption of the constitution. In later years, during the civil war, Lincoln issued a proclamation recommending a special thanksgiving for victory in 1862 and 1863. Since then proclamations have been made by the president and governors of the various states, and custom has fixed the date on the last Thursday in November. It is 284 years since that first Thanksgiving dinner in New England was eaten, but to many of us the aroma of the turkey as we gather around the table, surrounded by family and friends to offer up thanks for the abundance of worldly goods with which our households have been supplied, will recall the legends of the old New England days and review the customs of that Thanksgiving in Plymouth in 1621. With a little stretch of the imagination one can almost discern that throng of sober-looking bearded men, clad in dark colored garments and wearing steeple-crowned hats, with here and there among them the women with quintly shaped hoods and devoid of ribbons, jewelry and ornaments. It was such a gathering as that the Hester Prynne faced when condemned to wear the scarlet letter. Stern and unrelenting—themselves ex- ```markdown ``` A ship sails on the sea under a cloudy sky. A group of people stands on the shore, watching the ship. C God! the darken'd sky with light named in solemnity— suffers in the night window's little pane me, first prays to Thee. the world's voice thrills; sings, alone— or song that stills the grand refrain anting tunes well known. Thou gave the earth, barren sod; grass—the birth not lived in vain which know not God. have toiled to reap; fighter through our tears, which, in the sleep and Spring-time rain, for coming years. Edith Livingston Smith. iled from the mother country on account of their religious tenets, they brooked no breach in those fundamental laws that formed the basis of their theological system. The laws of New England must be obeyed and justice, cruel, swift and certain, fell upon the evil-doer. The genius of a Hawthorne has painted in our minds this picture of the Puritans. The green-clad mountains and the waving trees are brought before us. We sigh for poor Hester and pity the young minister's struggles between manhood and self, while the witch antics of Mistress Hibbins recall vividly those dark days of superstition at Salem. Then has another master hand conjured up for us those scenes—In the old colony days in Plymouth, the In the old colony days in Plymouth, the land of the Pilgrims. land of the Pilgrims. We have followed the courtship of Miles Standish and have heard the message of love borne by John Alden for another. The struggle of the fair-haired youth has been as our own. We have heard him plead the cause of his friend before the "Puritan flower," Priscilla, while his own heart was breaking for the love he would not tell. We have smelled the sweetness of the Plymouth woods; we have heard the brawling of the brook over pebble and shallow at the ford. We have seen the bloom of the May flowers and we have caught the sacred anthem sung by the sweet-voiced malden. Our hearts have gone out to John Alden and we fain would have spoken for him. Then we have laughed, too, when amid her spinning— Archly the maiden smiled, and with eyer overrunning with laughter. Said, in a tremulous voice: "Why don't you speak for yourself, John?" Thus has the immortal poet led us through the paths of love in that quiet New England village. But it was not always the songs of peace that he sang for he tells us how Paul Revere says to his friend: * * * If the British march By land or sea from the town to-night Hang a lantern aloft the belfry arch Of the North church tower as a signa. Through every Middlesex village and farm For the country folks to be up and to arm. In like manner have the songs of Whittier depicted those early days in the land of the Pilgrim fathers. By the magic of his pen he brings clearly to our view the everyday life of that sturdy race. We see the old homes and the farms. In our fancy: Still sits the schoolhouse by the road, A ragged beggar sunning; Around it still the sumachs grow And blackberry vines are running. And then it is an easy step in our reveries to join Ik Marvel, that prince of bachelors, in his reveries over the wood fire in his quiet farmhouse in New England. One almost can see that broad bachelor bedstead now, with the soft warm feathers upon it, and hear the crackling of the oak and hickory on the hearth, between the whistling of the wind through the broken panes of glass. Thus we are led through sweet dream memories to a better understanding and a dearer appreciation of that rugged stock which has been the bone and sinew of this great, strong, progressive American people, and we teach with pride our children and our children's children the homage due to our sturdy ancestors on this great national Thanksgiving day. ```markdown ``` World's Temperance Lesson Sunday School Lesson for Nov.25,1906 Specially Prepared for This Paper. LESSON TEXT.~Isaiah 5:11-23. Memory verse 1. GOLDEN TEXT.~I keep under my body and bring it into subjection~— 1. Cor. 9:27. TIME—Probably during the reign of Alazh, who following a time of great prosperity, had introduced, or favored vice, luxury, idolatry, and intemperance. Alazh began a reign, or Alzh began after the founding of Rome, PLACE—Jerusalem and Judea. A Drunkard's Loss. Our lesson committee directs us to read with this lesson 1 Kings 20:13-21. Here we have an illustration from his history substantiating the words of the prophet before us, about the loss of temporal prosperity by one who indulges in strong drink. About 150 years before Isaiah gave the prophecy in Judah the Syrian king, Benhadad, had come with the 32 tributary kings and a great army, to overthrow and capture the city of Samaria, the capital of the kingdom of Israel. The Israelitish king, Ahab, seemed paralyzed with fear, and was ready to grant all that proud conqueror demanded. But his elders counseled resistance, and then Benhadad boasted that he would pour out upon Samaria so great a host of warriors that if each man were to take but a handful of earth, Samaria would be carried away. "Let not him that girdeth on his armor boast himself, as he that putteth it off," was Israel's answer. The proud monarch, and his kings and generals, gave themselves up to drunken revelry, so sure were they of victory. By noontime the besiegers' camp was a scene of wild debauchery. Then the Israelites, with only 232 young men at their head, rushed out and completely routed the hosts of Syria, and King Benhadad barely escaped with his life. Woes Accompanying Intemperance. 1. Poverty.—Prov. 23:11; Isa. 5:15. 2. Disease.—Prov 23:29. 3. Degradation.—Isa. 28:14. 4. Defilement.—Dan. 1:8. 5. Weakness.—1 Cor. 9:25. 6. Mental disorders. — Prov. 20:1; 23:33; Isa. 5:20; 28:7. 7. Bodily death.—Isa. 5:14. 8. Remorse.—Prov. 23:32. 9. Separation from God.—Num. 6. 2:4; Isa. 5:12. 10. Spiritual blindness.—Isa. 28:7; Dan. 5:1-3; Titus 1:7. 11. Spiritual death.—Hab. 2:5; 1 Pet. 2:11. 12. Loss of heaven.—Gal. 5:21; 1 Cor. 6:9, 10. Upon Whom Woe Will Fall. 1. The wicked.—Isa. 3:9, 11; 5:18; Micah 2:1. 2. Drunkards.—Isa. 5:11-14; 28:1; Prov. 23:29, 30. 3. Tempters.—Hab. 2:15. 4. The rebellious.—Isa. 30:1; 45:9. 5. The dishonest.—Jer. 22:13; Hab. 2:6, 9, 12. 6. The false.—Isa. 5:20; Ezek. 13:3; Jude 10:11. 7. The indolent.—Amos 6:1. 8. The proud.—Isa 5:21. 9. Oppressors.—Isa. 5:8; 10:1-3. 10. Those who hide from God.—Isa. 20:15; Hos. 7:13. 11. Hypocrites.—Matt. 23:13-16, 23- 29. 12. Unfaithful pastors—Jer. 23:1; Matt. 23:16. 13. Those who neglect opportunities—Matt. 11:21. Intemperance and Crime. About 82 per cent. of the convicts of the United States privately confess their frequent indulgence in intoxicating drinks. The fact here is to be declared boldly that the intoxicating effect of alcohol prepares the way for the commission of crimes of every kind. Elisha Harris, M. D. The Fall of Ancient Nations.—Historic records of the nations of antiquity are replete with proofs that the chief destroyer of national prestige was strong drink. Assyria was a world power until her early characteristics of manliness, patriotism and morality were sapped by drunkenness and debauchery. She fell before Babylonia and Media. Ere long drunkenness characterized the Median court, which fell before the wine-hater, Cyrus the Persian. Babylon's fall is attributed in Scripture to the same vice (Dan. 5). Then Persia, weakened by wine, passed under the conquering hand of Alexander. But full soon this Greek hero was also overcome by intemperance. Attractive Sin—Sin as a caterpillar is bad enough, but sin as a butterfly is a thousand times worse. On every wing there is a rainbow of light and beauty. The poets call the butterfly "a flying and flashing gem," "a flower of Paradise." But the butterfly is often a caterpillar beautified with wings. It is only a painted worm decked in a velvet suit and adorned with sparkling gems. If sin in its grossest forms be dangerous, what must be the unmeasured power of sin when it puts on the robe of beauty? Sin often wears the wings of wit, the wings of fashion, the wings of attractive names."—Rev. David Gregg, D. D. Copper Popular Copper is the smart material now, and it comes in such attractive guise that it is running silver a close race as favorite for wedding gifts. There are copper candlesticks in quaint design, copper trays of rare beauty and much usefulness, copper jugs and jars in odd and picturesque designs, copper chafing dishes, copper cases, copper lamps, copper incense burners and probably the smartest of all are the copper coffee sets, consisting of pot, sugar bowl and cream pitcher on a tray. These are gold tined. ```markdown ``` 2317 Market St., St. Louis, Mo. Phone: Kin. D-153. M Meets at 310 North 11th. Prince Hall Lodge No. 1, St. Louis, Mo., meets first Monday in each month. Masons in good standing are invited. John Merrilweather, 707 N. 16th street, W. M.; Harry Lawless, secretary. Affet and Pool Room Liquors and Cigars, of service offered. 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DO NOT BUY A BICYCLE from anyone, or on any kind of terms, until you have received our complete logues illustrating and describing every kind of high-grade and low-grade bicycles, old patterners and latest models, and learn of our remarkable LOW BICLES and wonderful new offers made possible by selling from factory direct to retail. WE SHIP ON APPROVAL without a cent deposit, Pay the Freight and allow 10 Days Free Trial and make other liberal terms which no other information by simply writing to us will learn everything and get much valuable We need a Rider Agent in every town and on offer on opportunity MIDDLESEXER MAINTURC PARTS 411-717-1000 (CASH WITH ORDER #4438) NO MORE TROUBLE FROM PUNCTURES. Result of 15 years in tire mending. No longer from THORNS, CACTUS, PINS, NAILS, TACKS or GLASS. Serious punctures, like intentional knife cuts, can be vulcanized like any other tire. Two Hundred Thousand pairs now in actual use. Over Seventy-five Thousand pairs sold last year. DESCRIPTION! 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We will also send one nickel plated brass hand pump and two Samsonium metal puncture closers (these metal puncture closers to be used in case of intentional knife cuts or heavy gashes). Tires to be returned at OUR expense if for any reason they are not satisfactory on examination. We are perfect. We are more than we are as sale as in a bank. Ask your Postmaster, be the President of Agriculture the Editor, or about us. If you order a pair of tires, you will find that they will ride easier, run faster, be easier, longer and look finer than any tire you have ever used or seen at any price. We know that you will be so well pleased that when you want a bicycle you will give us your order. We want you to send us a small trial order at once, hence this remarkable tire offer. COASTER-BRAKES, built-in wheels, saddles, pedals, parts and repairs, and prices charged by dealers and repair men. Write for our big SUNDAY sale are sold by us at half the usual DO NOT WAIT but write us a postal day. DO NOT THINK OF BUYING a bicycle or a pair of tires from anyone until you know the new and wonderful offers we are making. It only costs a postal to learn everything. Write it NOW. MEAD CYCLE COMPANY, Dept. "JL" CHICAGO, IL. Meets at 310 North 11th. McGhee Lodge, A. F. and A. M. St. Louis, Mo., meets fourth Monday in each month. G. W. Porter, W. M., 6100 Charles avenue; E. S. Brown, secretary. "Banner." Notice the thik rubber tread "A" and puncture strips "H" and "D," also rim strip "H" to prevent rim cutting. This must contrast any other make- NOFT, LASTIC and EASY RIDING. ECHOES FROM RELIGIOUS FIELDS WINNING JEWS TO CHRIST. A Spiritual Awakening in Damascus— Reports by Missionaries. Encouraging news comes from the missionaries of the Irish Presbyterian mission at Damascus in regard to an interesting spiritual movement among the pupils of the Jewish and the Gentile mission schools. Mr. Fransen, an American evangelist who has been visiting foreign mission stations in various parts of the world, recently held some meetings in Damascus for the deepening of the spiritual life. According to the Christian (London), a deep impression was made when he addressed the senior pupils in some of the Presbyterian schools, as well as several public meetings in the church. The senior pupils of the Jewish boys' school attended, and two of them were brought to an open confession of Christ, while all were deeply moved. A general spirit of inquiry came over all the boys of that school, and many came to the teacher to have the Scriptures explained to them, so that it became apparent that the Spirit of God was at work in their hearts. At the same time, Jewish men, hitherto almost unreachable, asked directly for the services of a Bible reader. An equally encouraging spiritual movement is taking place among the boys in the Gentile boys' school at Damascus. One of the Moslems was deeply touched, and the lads made a little meeting among themselves twice a week for Bible reading, prayer, and to hear short religious papers written by one or two of their number. In the Gentile girls' school a similar movement has been going on and we trust will continue to spread throughout this ancient city. The Lord's lambs do not need to look sheepish. ARE HIGHLY ESTEEMED. The Real Status of the Missionary in China. To cite one other proof of Chinese official approval of the missionary enterprise: In the later commercial treaties, rendered necessary by the floxer uprising, foreign missionary organizations are permitted to acquire real estate in all parts of the empire and "to erect such suitable buildings as may be required for carrying on their good work." No similar concession has been made to any other class of alien residents, says Chester Holcombe, in the Atlantic. In many years of intimate official and friendly intercourse with all classes of Chinese in every part of the empire, the writer has never heard even one complaint of or objection to the presence of American missionaries in China, or the character of their work. He has heard himself, and all other foreigners of every nationality and calling, cursed in the most violent terms for having fastened the opium horror upon the Chinese race and the suggestion made, in a paroxysm of anger and hate by some human wreck wrought by the drug, that foreigners "would do well to take away that awful curse before they had the impudence to talk to the Chinese about their Jesus." But, aside from crazed and mistaken denunciation, no Chinaman within his hearing has had anything but pleasant words to speak regarding the missionary enterprise, as conducted by Americans, in his land. You will never find the kingdom by looking for it in a cash box. Future of Christianity: The future of Christianity depends on the faithfulness with which Christians exhibit its pure spirit and exemplify its exalted principles, says Philip S. Maxom, in North American Review. That is a matter which comes home to us all. Our religion must make men and women of the highest character and a social order which is at once benign and just, or it will stand disproved by the judgment of the world as inadequate to the demands of human life; and the fault will not be with Jesus or the doctrines which he taught, but with us. To the Christianity which we have made will be applied—is being applied—the supreme test: "By its fruits we shall know it." The Message. Church Becomes Lighthouse. Church becomes Lighthouse. In Sussex county, Md., the first Catholic church has just been erected. It fronts the sea and has been furnished with a powerful light which serves as a mariners' guide. Canadian Methodists The membership in the Canadian Methodist church is now 317,717, and shows an increase of 25,882 for the quadrennium, most of the increase having been made in the last year. The general conference consists of 264 delegates, comprising ministers and laymen in equal numbers. Will Not Picture the Devil. Pictures of Satan and minor devils and all other diabolical agents are to be boycotted hereafter by the National Bill Posters' association A MISSOURI WOMAN Tells a Story of Awful Suffering and Wonderful Relief. Mrs. J. B. Johnson, of 603 West Hickman street, Columbia, Mo., says: "Following an operation two years ago, dropsy set in, and my left side was so swollen the doctor said he would have to tap out the water. There was constant pain and a gurgling sensation around my heart, and I could not raise my arm "Following an operation two years ago, drops set in, and my left side was so swollen the doctor sald he would have to tap out the water. There was constant pain and a gurgling sensation around my heart, and I could not raise my arm above my head. The kidney action was disordered and passages of the secretions too frequent. On the advice of my husband I began using Doan's Kidney Pills. Since using two boxes my trouble has not reappeared. This is wonderful, after suffering two years." Sold by all dealers. 50 cents a box. Foster-Milburn Co. Buffalo, N. Y. Women at Strenuous Tasks. On the western coast of the United States, at Monterey, Cal., Mrs. Fish keeps the lamps lighted in the Point Pinas lighthouse. On the eastern coast, at South Portland, Me., Mrs. Gordon earns her living by working as a deep-sea diver. Sprinkled over the country between these two women are thousands of other members of the female sex who deserve to be enrolled as auxiliaries to Mr. Kipling's corps of "Unafraid Gentlemen." And then, from the woman in Utah who is sheer and hangs murderers, to the woman in Chicago who bosses a gang of Italian street cleaners, he tells the role of women who are engaged in strenuous occupations in the United States. Wherever man has tried to wrest a living from unwilling nature there woman has also left the impress of her daring exploits—Technical World. A Well-Known Remedy. One of the oldest, safest and most favorably known remedies in the world to-day is Brandreth's Pills—a blood purifier and laxative. Being purely vegetable, they can be used by old or young with perfect safety, and while other remedies require increased doses and finally cease acting altogether, with Brandreth's Pills the same dose always has the same effect, no matter how long they are taken. One or two pills taken each night for a while is the best thing known for any one troubled with constipation, indigestion, dyspepsia or any trouble arising from impurity of the blood. Brandreth's Pills have been in use for over a century, and are for sale everywhere, plain or sugar-coated. Big Dividends from Mines. Some remarkable results have been obtained within the last half dozen years by those who had the enterprise and nerve to assist in the development of southwestern copper mines. The Calumet and Arizona mine at Bisbee, Ariz., which is now paying dividends every year of $2,400,000, has made a profit of 3,300 percent in four years to those who bought its stock. The man who put $100 in to assist in the development of the Calumet and Arizona in 1902, now has a holding worth $3,300, which is paying him an annual income of $480—Nearly five times his original investment. — Leslie's Weekly. After Many Trials. Johnny had been fighting. His mother was telling him of the evils of resorting to violence to obtain redress for a wrong. "I don't care," said Johnny, "he took my ball." "Did you try to get it from him peaceably?" "Yes'm." "How many times did you try, Johnnie?" "I tried once, twice, thrice and force; and I didn't get the ball till the last trial." Likes Her Departure. "There's one thing about Miss Sharp tongue—she looks fine on a horse, doesn't she?" "Yes, especially when its headed the other way."—Detroit Free Press. COFFEE IMPORTERS Publish a Book About Coffee. There has been much discussion as to Coffee and Postum lately, so much in fact that some of the coffee importers and roasters have taken to type to promote the sale of their wares and check if possible the rapid growth of the use of Postum Food Coffee. In the coffee importers' book a chapter is headed "Coffee as a Medicine," and advocates its use as such. Here is an admission of the truth, most important to all interested. Every physician knows, and every thoughtful person should know, that habitual use of any "medicine" of the drug-stimulant type of coffee or whisky quickly causes irritation of the tissues and organs stimulated and finally sets up disease in the great majority of cases if persisted in. It may show in any one of the many organs of the body and in the great majority of cases can be directly traced to coffee in a most unmistakable way by leaving off the active irritant—coffee—and using Postum Food Coffee for a matter of ten days. If the result is relief from nervous trouble, dyspepsia, bowel complaint, heart failure, weak eyes, or any other malady set up by a poisoned nervous system, you have your answer with the accuracy of a demonstration in mathematics. "There a reason" for Postum. You Look Prematurely Old Because of those ugly, grizzly, gray hairs. Use "LA CREOLE" HAIP RESTORER. Price, $1.00, retail. Carpets can be colored on the floor with PUTNAM FADELESS DYES. Ask your druggist. 10c per package. Terminal facilities of wasps are not very large, but they are ample for their purpose. Lewis' Single Binder — the famous straight 5c cigar, always best quality. Your dealer or Lewis' Factory, Peoria, Ill. The people are losing much of life where the prophets are afraid of losing life. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. For children teething, softens the gums, reduces in examination always pain, cures wind colic. 5cc a bottle. Revenge as contemplated may be sweet, but it is always more or less bitter when realized. Defiance Starch—Sixteen ounces for ten cents, all other brands contain only 12 ounces for same money. Vast Area of Empire. The United Kingdom measures 121, 089 square miles; the British empire covers 11,908,378 square miles. Give Defiance Starch a fair trial— try it for both hot and cold starching, and if you don't think you do better work, in less time and at smaller cost, return it and your grocer will give you back your money. Immense Pecan Orchard. Maj. John S. Hortbeck, of Charleston, S. C., is said to own the largest bearing pecan orchard in the world. He has more than 60 acres in bearing trees and his main grove consists of 550 acres. $100 Reward. $100. The readers of this paper will be pleased to learn that there is at least one dreaded disease that science has been able to cure in all its stages, and that is the cancer now known to the medical fraternity. Cataract being a constitutional disease, requires a constitutionally, acting directly upon the blood and unconscious surfaces of the system, thereby destroying the foundation of the disease, and giving the patient the opportunity to live a normal, healthy nature in doing its work. The proprietors have so much faith in its curative powers that they offer One Hundred Dollars for any case that it fails to cure. Address F.J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O. Solid by all Druggists, 75c. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation. Veteran Driver Has Record. James H. Johnson of Washington, who drove the remaining members of the Davis family at the funeral of Mrs. Jefferson Davis, in Richmond, has driven the Davis carriage at the funerals of each of the members who have gone before. He drove at the funerals of Jefferson Davis and Miss Winnie Davis. He has never missed attending a Confederate reunion since the war. Sheer white goods, in fact, any fine wash goods when new, owe much of their attractiveness to the way they are laundered, this being done in a manner to enhance their textile beauty. Home laundering would be equally satisfactory if proper attention was given to starching, the first essential being good Starch, which has sufficient strength to stiffen, without thickening the goods. Try Defiance Starch and you will be pleasantly surprised at the improved appearance of your work. Boston Society Fad. Dealers in pet stock say that suburban residents of Boston are adopting as the latest fad the raising of game chickens. The stately carriage and brilliant plumage of these belligerent fowls make them valuable for decorative purposes on the lawn to people who would, however, never dream of putting their combative qualities to the test. The dealers are prophesying that before long the old-time fancy of keeping gamecocks chained with silver chains on the lawns of country houses will be revived—Boston Record. AWFUL SUFFERING. From Dreadful Pains from Wound on Foot—System All Run Down—Miraculous Cure by Cuticura. "Words cannot speak highly enough for the Cuticura Remedies. I am now seventy-two years of age." My system had been all run down. My blood was so bad that blood poisoning had set in. I had several doctors attending me, so finally I went to the hospital where I was laid up for two months. My foot and ankle were almost beyond recognition. Dark blood flowed out of wounds in many places and I was so disheartened that I thought surely my last chance was slowly leaving me. As the foot did not improve, you can readily imagine how I felt. I was simply disgusted and tired of life. I stood this pain, which was dreadful, for six months, and during this time I was not able to wear a shoe and not able to work. Some one spoke to me about Cuticura. The consequences were I bought a set of the Cuticura Remedies of one of my friends who was a druggist, and the praise that I gave after the second application is beyond description; it seemed a miracle for the Cuticura Remedies took effect immediately. I washed the foot with the Cuticura Soap before applying the Ointment and I took the Resolvent at the same time. After two weeks' treatment my foot was healed completely. People who had seen my foot during my illness and who have seen it since the cure, can hardly believe their own eyes. Robert Schoenhauer, Newburg, N. Y., August 21, 1905." The man who laughs last falls to see the joke first. FEARFUL PAINS Miss Nellie Holmes Mrs Tillie Hart Ask Mrs. Plukham's Advice - A Woman Best Understands a Woman's Ills. SUGGESTIONS REL Miss Nellie Holmes While no woman is entirely free from periodical suffering, it does not seem to be the plan of nature that women should suffer so severely. This is a severe strain on a woman's vitality. When pain exists something is wrong which should be set right or it will lead to a serious derangement of the whole female organism. Thousands of women have testified in grateful letters to Mrs. Pinkham that Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound overcomes woman's special pains and irregularities. It provides a safe and sure way of escape from distressing and dangerous weaknesses and diseases. The two following letters tell so convincingly what Lyda E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound will do for women, they cannot fail to bring hope to thousands of sufferers. Miss Nellie Holmes, of 540 N. Division Street, Buffalo, N. Y., writes: Dear Mrs. Pinkham:— "Your medicine is indeed an ideal medicine for women. I suffered misery for years with painful periods, headaches, and bearing-down pains. I consulted two different physicians who get at my relief. A friend from the east advised me to try Lyda E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. I did so, and no longer suffer as I did before. My periods are natural; every ache and pain is gone, and my general health is much improved. I advise all women who suffer to take Lyda E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound." Mrs. Tillie Hart, of Larimore, N. D., writes: Dear Mrs. Pinkham:— "I might have been spared many months efficiency of Lydia K. Pinkham's Vegetable SICK HEADACHE CARTERS LITTLE IVER PILLS. CARTERS LITTLE LIVER PILLS. Genuine Must Bear Fac-Simile Signature New Wood REFUSE SUBSTITUTES. He Knows the kind of Waterproof Oiled Clothing that stands the hardest service Do You Know? TOWER'S FISH BRAND Made for all kinds of wet work or sport SOLD EVERYWHERE A TOWER CO. BOSTON U.S.A. TOWER CLOSURE CO. LTD. TORONTO CAN. ELY'S CREAM BALM CARTRIDGE COLD HEAD WONDER COOL MAY-FEVER BUTCHER BUTCHER BO CTS. BUTCHER ELY BROS. NEW YORK A Positive CURE FOR CATARRH Ely's Cream Balm is quickly absorbed. Gives Relief at Once. It cleanses, soothes, heals and protects the diseased membrane. It cures Catarat and drives away a Cold in the Head quickly. Restores the Senses of Taste and Smell. Full size 50 cts. at Druggists or by mail; Trial size 10 cts. by mail. Elm Brothers, 56 Bloom Street, New York. Ely Brothers, 56 Warren Street, New York. HICKS' CAPUDINE IMMEDIATELY CURES Headaches and Indigestion Trial bottle 10c. At drug stores Intricate Game of Chess. Chess, as played by the Japanese, is the most intricate game in the world. The board has 81 squares, 20 pieces are used, and the pieces change their value when they arrive at a certain position on the board. ooo ugly, grizzlv. gray hairs. Use despair often assails women, who suffer continually from the diseases that afflict their sex. After trying doctors and medicines in vain, they feel like giving up. Better try WINE OF CARDUI WOMAN'S RELIEF for it has relieved and cured thousands, where all else had failed. "My wife was given up to die ten years ago," writes J. F. Stone, of Lawrence, Kas., "but has taken Cardui ever since and is still alive and well." Try it. At All Druggists WRITE for Free Advice, stating age and describing your symp- toms. Chattanooga Medicine Co., Chattanooga, Tenn. CL21 CURE all inflamed, ulcerated and catarrhal conditions of the mucous membrane such as nasal catarrh, uterine catarrh caused by feminine lills, sore throat, sore mouth or inflamed eyes by simply dosing the stomach. But you surely can cure these stubborn But you surely can cure these stubborn affections by local treatment with Paxtine Toilet Antiseptic which destroys the disease germs, checks discharges, stops pain, and heals the inflammation and soreness. Paxitine represents the most successful local treatment for feminine ilis ever produced. Thousands of women testify to this fact. 50 cents at druggists. Send for Free Trial Box THE R. PAXTON CO., Boston, Mass. PLASTERS TO BLISTER. EXTERNAL COUNTER-JRITANT. MICUM LINE YENNE PEPPER PLANT WAYS READY CURE FOR PAIN—PRICE ALL DRUGGISTS AND DEALERS. OR POSTAGE STAMPS. DON'T WAIT —KEEP A TUBE HANDY. Hard or any other plaster, and will not pain-allaying and curative qualities of top the toothache at once, and relieve mend it as the best and safest external external remedy for pains in the chest uralgic and Gouty complaints. A trial it will be found to be invaluable in the used no family will be without it. Many preparations." Accept no preparation our label, as otherwise it is not genuine. WE WILL MAIL OUR VASE- ILL INTEREST YOU. NO MORE MUSTARD PLASTERS TO BLISTER THE SCIENTIFIC AND MODERN EXTERNAL COUNTER-IRRITANT. CAPISICUM VASELINE A QUICK, SURE, SAFE AND ALWAYS READY CURE FOR PAIN-PRICE 15c-IN COLLAPSIBLE TUBES AT ALL DRUGGISTS AND DEALERS, OR BAIL ON RECEIVE 15c-IN POSTAGE STAMPS, TUBES IN COVERS IN COVERS IN TUBES HANDY. A substitute for and superior to mustard or any other plaster, and will not blister the most delicate skin. The pain-alleying and curative qualities of the article are wonderful. It will stop the toothache at once, and relieve Headache and Sciatica. We recommend it as the best and safest external counter-irritant known, also as an external remedy for pains in the chest and stomach and all Rheumatic, Neuralgic and Gouty complaints. A trial will prove what we claim for it, and it will be found to be invaluable in the household and for children. Once used no family will be without it. Many people say "it is the best of all your preparations." Accept no preparation of vaseline unless the same carries our label, as otherwise it is not genuine. SEND YOUR ADDRESS AND WE WILL MAIL OUR VASE-LINE PAMPHLET WHICH WILL INTEREST YOU. CHESEBROUGH MFG. CO. 17 STATE STREET, NEW YORK CITY NO DUST DIRT SLOP SPILL NO SMOKE SMELL MUSS OR SPATTER W. L. DOUGLAS '3.50 & '3.00 Shoes BEFT IN THE WORLD W.L.Douglas $4 Gilt Edge line cannot be equalled at any price To Shoe Dealers: W. L. Douglas' Job- bing House is the most complete of this country Send for Catalog SHOES ESTABLISHED 1874 CAPITAL $300,000 **BOYS FOR EVERYBODY AT ALL PRICES.** Men's Shoes, $5 to $1.50. Boys' Shoes, $3 to $1.25. Women's Shoes, $4.00 to $1.50. Misses & Children's Shoes, $2.50 to $1.00. Two Children's Shoes, $1.00 to $1.00. Children's shoes; for style, fit and wear they excel other makes. If I could take you into my large factories at Brockton, Mass., and show you how carefully W. L. Douglas shoes are made, you would then understand why they hold their shape, fit better, wear longer, and are of greater value than any other make. Wherever you live, you can obtain W. L. Douglas shoes. His name and price is stamped on the bottom, which protects you against high temperatures. Ask your dealer for W. L. Douglas shoes and insist upon having them. Fast Color Geltools used; they will not wear brass. W. L. Douglas shoes. W. L. Douglas, Dept. 12, Brockton, Mass. y Old ,$1.00, retell. Compound sooner; for I have tried so many remedies without help. "I dreaded the approach of every month, as it meant so much pain and suffering for me, but after I had the Compound two weeks ago we come back and natural and am now perfectly well and free from pain. I am very grateful for what Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound has done for me." Such testimony should be accepted by all women as convincing evidence that Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound stands without a peer as a remedy for all the distressing ills of women. The success of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound rests upon the well-earned gratitude of American women. When women are troubled with pain or irregularities, displacements or ulceration of the organs, that bearing-down feeling, inflammation, backache, bloating (or fatulency), general debility, indigestion and nervous prostration or are beset with such symptoms as dizziness, faintness, lassitude, excitability, irritability, nervousness, sleeplessness, melancholy, they should remember there is one tried and true remedy. Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound at once removes such troubles. Refuse to buy any other medicine, for you need the best. Don't hesitate to write to Mrs. Pinkham if there is anything about your sickness you do not understand. She will treat you with kindness and her advice is free. No woman ever regretted writing her and she has helped thousands. Address Lynn, Mass. (Sixty-three Pounds to the Bushel). Are situ- ated in the West where Homesteads of 160 acres can be settled, every settler will willing and able to comply with the Homestead and During a portion of 160 ACRE FARMS IN WESTERN CANADA New Wheat Growing Territory HAS BEEN MADE ACCESSIBLE TO MARKETS BY THE RAILWAY CONSTRUCTION that has been pushed forward so vigorously by the construction industry. For literature and particular addresses SUPERINTENDENT OF IMMIGRATION, Ottawa, Canada, or the following authorized Canadian J. S. CRAWFORD, No. 125 W. Ninth Street, Kansas City, Missouri, or C. J. BROUGHTON, Room 430, Quincy Building, Chicago, Illinois. Mention this paper. PROTECT YOUR IDEAS DON'T DELAY TO APPLY FOR PATENT Sealed for the U.S. Patent Office, by MILO B. STEVENES & CO., 900 Mt. St. W. Washington, D. C. Branches at Chicago, Cleveland and Detroit. ESTABLISHED 1864. NO PATENT, NO FEE FOR OUR SERVICES DENSION JOHN W. MORRIS Washington, D. C. Successfully Prosecutes Claims. Late Principal Examiner U. S. Pension Bureau. A. N. K. (1906-47) 2153. SAM sn 204 Fourteenth St ‘jomosevo Winter Suits a WINTER SUITS ‘H25 in Mh snatch ak ner 2 yusteree ty seett Looms. Piiese 19 we prc! Wotan detelcdes ouienslaoh OF wees situated: Cputeor tatoe ‘ THE ORIGINAL SAM THE TAILOR SAN WEISAAN, Prop. 4. WESGDAN, Tanager. 204-206 N. 14th Street. ‘ee aa pada, te eg i sli Bi EO Hee i ra Pest, | a ne +00 ) : » , +34 oe ak Sh aaa 7 ; ; ‘il - f a j " yr ; : Ho 5 a LITTLE RUTH THOMPGON OF 2608 PINE STREET, “Hallo, Hello! Maxwell's Studio?” "Yes, The hohday rates have begun, for 60 days only, beginning Nov. Ist ending Jan, tet, All Portraits at greatly reduced prices.” One-half cab, sizes, $1.50 to $250 per doz, Full cab, sizes, $2.50 to $4 per doz, Cab, folders, $3.50 to $5 per doz, 8x10 folders, $6 per doz, The Season's Greetings, a very unique design, with or without calendar, $4 dos Tho Noliday trade is always a rush, and to avoid being disappointed, place your ordors early, Gall and inspect before going elsewhere, Romarbor to tine MAXWELL | gexf¥a°e'eistverr | (407 Market St. Kintooh ‘Phone, Central, 2603, The “Leader” Barber Shop. Wt] ULBLET STREET HOT, COLO, e GEA-GALT, “i t and Bhower > ig ADS 25c. gals here) Sharma, toe Aushache tryth, 1% CM Ben A, te ieee fiaer Cotton, Ie, J. H. KENT, Proprictor, @T. LOUIS, MO, Ymenat.G BBLAE b AK THE LEADER POGL ROOM. % and 10 $, lath St. $1. KENT, . + Manager A Barber Wanted pee tone Wikste bioe. Salary for Colored Bar- ber $12 to $15 per week. It pays Address Prof. F. R. Smith, sed ah. ite fleck oe Hainesworth Sisters HAIR GROWERS. Special Attention Given to Cleaning the Scalp and Shampoving the Hair. Bair Grown on Bald Heads. 2131 MARKET aT. (Up Maire) WE GET THE FsPEeS MAED 8 ee OFrice E408 wee = Wow Gee Wie hens oe Line Wes ee Progen Begs F Secs Te Beermen, Dict Ta shrews Citas, Seat, Tie Teetects Quereig, Kaserle Tae Mint Cry News Mengite Foon Vie Basie, Tura Syrian £8 Sonttere Cavities Baxctes. Oe sem, a Miatanary tear, Pillaceghia Pa Vien of Ration, Bile Bane. Kew York Sutemm Conary sates, integes tac, Ho Tie Saye, Calas Toon Keylie Wain care, erry ie, 2H ae Tata Pasatceg=. Tost. Keammcay Reyes. Gresasinms, Ky Tie Lites Sone cat Gatitie, Sse Sole Poramats, Ve Tae Teas Fremas. Houmas, Ter Waemes Beas somes, EL woe, Wie Tie Temes Gabe. Viewrn Tex | Fie Cambriige Mire, Comiriter. ee. Ss Te Home Mews Aleratee Ve Tie Demenaretor, Mou Bayon, ive | Tbe Cieret Oktaes, Bewsiie, Tere Tr National Mirror, Kesece Ory, he Tie Bas Ah Lam, Craters, SC. | Tee Bites Boe Kesees Cy. Mo Tie Comte Chae Bote. iseks, MB. 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The MMrokmerican Letger, Baltt uate, MA. touthern Watchman, Mobile, Ala Uirmingaam WideAwake, Birmisg har, Ala. ‘The Broak Ax, Chicago, Wl. ‘The Might, Vieksturg, Mies. fehalia Weekly Conservator, Be dalla, Mo. 4, Joweyh Katerprive, Bt. Joneph, Buchanan evinty, Mo. ‘The Cincinnat! Brotherhood, Cincin natl, 0. ‘Tae Vasily Doctor, or a Home Med. foal Aftviver, New York. Banday-achoo! Monitor, Nashville, Tenn. The National Domestic, Atlanta, Ga ‘The Volce of the Nefro, Atlanta, Ga McCall's Magazine, New York. ROOMS FOR REN? Nicely furnished room for rent at 276 Lawton avenue, Two gentlemen, Call, Nicely furnished front room for rent with bath at 2240 Lawton avenue. Nicely furnished rooms for rent at 2714 Lucas avenue; cold and hot baths. Mrs. u. Baker. Providing for the Future. An old woman who persisted in bow- ing during church gervice whenever the name of satan was mentioned, was reprimanded by the minister for #0 unneemingly a habit. ‘The reproot had no effect, and the minister finally, in desperation, asked her why sae thought It necessary to bow. “Well,” wae replied, “civility costs nothing, and you never know what will hap- pen.” if you have aounts as to business or Jove affairs, consult the World’s Greatent Clairvoyant, Leon Devoux. LEE'S LAXATIVE COLD CURE For Coughs and Colds, 26c, 8. L. OIKETT, Ant. 2601 Lawtor ove Weastern lines, in view of increased cont of operation, including wages, decide upon poliey of rigid economy in the coming year, Two Thankagivings in Mississippi. Nickwburg, Miss. Nov, 22—In an examination of the new Mississippi code, it 1s discovered that this state will have té observe two Thanksgiv- ing days this year, The framers of the new code unintentionally sald ‘Thanksgiving day should be on the fourth Thursday In November instead of the Jast Thursday. Consequently to- day will have to be observed ay well as Thursday of next week, which was the day designated by the president. Tee meigeng “ant Bamty Mews tte fee Tost ot month Atietesion Soe Si Mire Ete renin WES Page ee wereary Kamit, STM Laciete. promtenc: Chae. Z Mile, SE Sor even, wees: Mee Kate oe OE feeremers wrens Tamarestene Wr Fe FICAETTS WOWETS WINE (NC 2) For tee Bowcis ant Live Sele ent mets pepe oe uk set: tree aoe erg Eleven iitcmemens aul teeters cammet tom meracag or trnune Zee B es = eg yy” e PRESIDENT MYERS. President Uyers appeals to the Col ored ators ot % Louis to be clean, work, ant wap wing street comedians He tile them if thelr work can not bring them more than 54 cents or $1 « day, ge something else to do. Don’t pened om any one thing As some of you have families to care for, you can not properly provide on such earnings. NOTICE! From date, all matier sent to this office tor yublicatfin under the guise of church matters will be charged for. Free matter coming trom the churches, ¥. MC. A. or colleges will be allowed free for two inehes; over that we charge five cents per line. Bo don't send it unless the name of the parties are went, no we can eollect. Eiecta Temple No. 21 of 8. M. T. meets the second Thursday evening of cach month at 2 p.m. at U. B. F. hall Grace E, Mulligan, W. P., 1417 Pine street; Lula Lee Chatman, U. P., 1524 Pine street; Zvelyn Horten, secre- tary. FOR SALE+-3014 Lulu Avenue near Greer Avenue. Patronize The Merchants That Advertise In This Paper. Kt a | ee. ie es a , in 7. eo Mat Young Men's Social, Musical and Literary Club, 2018 Chestnut Street EMANUEL BKOWN, President. , pe ee THE LINDE! For Newly P@mished Rooms with a8 Coveniences ‘RS, TET, 709 Norte 14cb Seext Branches: 1425*. Lanéce Soreet ant 1708 Laces ave. Residence: 2116 Ceestent Sereet H. C. CURTIS, Proprietor. MONROE MOTLEY. Maxzger. Acmsomss Gamoece Clerk Was Kosa Nigh: Cee Phone: Bell Olive 1254. = ae Suits Made to Order. CLEANING. Dyeing, Pressing and Repairing RIVERS, the Tailor, _19 Market Steet, St Loss, Mon _ ‘W. A. MARTIN, Prop. THE North Side Furniture Store. NEW AND SECOND HAND FURNITURE, STOVES, CARPETS, Etc. Furniture Cleaned and Repaired Furniture Bought and Sold. 1526 &15282 MORGAN ST. Bell Ofive 1507. ST. LOUIS, MO. ; CATERER. A. HOOE, < FIRST-CLASS RESTAURANT MEALS AT ALL HOURS. 3946 FAIRFAX AVE. ST. LOUIS, MO W..L. PICKINS, _ JOB BRICK LAYING, Plastering and Vault Cleaning. ALL JOBS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. Cailor Write. 2613 _N. LEFFINGWELL AVE. j. Merriwether a the Main i es BARBER aes... SHOP. Gey cc ae Sls _ fag fi (aa Ren Bsc. Chidrens ‘a Cottey, te All Shines. 5c. MRS. J. W. WOOD of 4003 Fairfax Ave. Hair Dressing Business PURE HAIR BRAIDS | MADE TO ORDER. FIRST-CLASS SERVICE. PEST. SETEES ORR sec sanarcmates 9 ou Sys Wonca Saw. nc omy pe ss wll mata erties « eer eee an 2 TES BAS _ at Se eee CHAS. H WINSTON, rewmesn Barber Shop. PER. Comers Manage 138 Ferry Stree: MADAME IRVING MILLINERY. Samar, ar Groamg, Sap *2521- “ee meso EROS WIS AND POMPRIIIES MELE = LENE Re LT tn, SOCD FEICE FHI FOR Comemcs TRUE SEFORIERS BUILDING zie Pane Strect. 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Nee reeacne witieat wy apne) Chek Fork Bk ‘78 Wabash Ave, Chicago, Hi. § "Agente wanted cverrwmere. 5 66660660660006000000066+ > a ap a Bee oa Sa. 5 > Stn ¢ pie ee St fi eee er ee RENRY BROWN, Neatly Furnished Rooms 783 and 7M NORTH Mth. Sireet. Erawches 433 and 19 Lucas sveno-, ST LCuis, MO * rewar eronx, vELta Brows. meee oo What Is the Matter ee ——————— With Your Hand pei de bcc —-—— and Face? ——_—_—_—_— bottle of Care? Goebll cuapped., Gets will cure them in one night. Use it night Zn morn apd they wi ve UE again. It is absolutely pure, and will Heeprihe sign Aprolutely pure, So street, “St. Vouie Mac er 2s Rangole E'Notoyrs Crus Stites Fuentes Market “streets” and Soo NSW Sonar eed Se. "Feratnaas auaNacth setorgen, 4300 St. Ferdinand Avenue. Does you hair split and break off? Nelson's Hair Dressing is the best rem ody,