St. Louis Palladium

ST LOUIS PALLADIUM Is Now the Official Organ of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. Also the A. U. K. and D. of A. in the West. WRIGHT & BOLEN. Druggists, Telephone Number Central: 5205 LEARN IT NOW. Is Now the Office Jaccards Diamonds, Jewels, Watches, Silver a ble, appropriate and desirable articles fo offer the BEST VALUES. Gifts F Gold and Silver Jewelry Jaccards Xmas Suggestions Jaccards Xmas Suggestions Diamonds, Jewels, Watches, Silver and Chinaware, Cut Glass, Statuary, Art Goods, Bric-a-Brac, etc., of useful, suitable, appropriate and desirable articles for gifts. If you will compare our goods and prices, you will be convinced that we offer the BEST VALUES. Gifts From 25c to $25.000 Solid Silver Hinge Bracelet. Bracelet can be opened to put on; a splendid value.....$3.00 Other Solid Silver Bracelets from $2.00 to.....$10.00 Solid Gold Brooches Solid Gold. 5 Imitation Rubles or Emeralds. Price is $3. Other Solid Gold Brooches from $2 up to $15. HAT PIN HOLDERS Elegant designs and richly ornamented; fine quadruple plate, bright burnished or satin inished. 75c Book of Gifts Mailed Free on Request Mermod, Book of Gifts Mailed Free on Request----Write for it today. Mermod, Jaccard @ King Broadway Corner Locust Will Meet in St. Louis December 26. The constitutional committee of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. will meet at Pythian hall, 3137 Pine street; also the board of managers. By order of Prof. B. K. Bruce, chairman of the committee, and Prof. S. T. Pettegrew, chairman of the board. Mr. H. H. Thompson, of 2117 Pine street, will leave to-day, December 22, at 11:30 a. m. for Chicago to spend the holidays with his wife and friends. On Sunday they will attend church, where Rev. D. P. Roberts is pastor. Mr. H. H. Thompson is D. D. G. Master of the U. B. F. in St. Louis. We wish him a pleasant trip. Little Bobbie, the dear little pet of Mrs. M. Canterberry, of 912 North Twelfth street, wishes for Santa Claus to bring him a red ribbon for Christmas. A Merry Xm St. Louis, M You and your friends are invited to take at the New Century Cafe, 2315 Market Street. Yours respectfully A Merry Xmas St. Louis, Mo., Dec. 25, 1906. You and your friends are invited to take Christmas Dinner at the New Century Cafe, 2315 Market Street. Yours respectfully, H. L. FERGUSON, Mgr. Menu Served from one to eight P. M. Soup, Rice-Tomato. Radishes. Prime Roast Beef, Brown Gravy. Roast Turkey, Cranberry Sauce. Barbecue Pig and Sweet Potatoes. Pine Apple Fritters. Corn. Cream Potatoes. Lima Beans. Cheese and Crackers. Pumpkin Pie. Nuts and Raisins. Black Coffeet. Vol. XXIII. No. 2. The Douglass Hotel, corner Beaumont and Lawton avenues, St. Louis, Mo. The largest hotel in the west for colored people. Neat and clean, electric lights and steam heat. Rates $1.50 per week and up. Douglass Building, Hall and Hotel Co., Prop. Address all communications to the company. Douglass Hall, for concerts, entertainments and parties; hardwood floor, good stage, well ventilated; $25 per evening. ST. LOUIS, MO., SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1906. Umbrellas for Gifts All Tight Roll, Best Steel Rods and Frames, with Case and Tassel to Match Cover. Umbrellas from $2.00 up to $135.00. Solid Silver and Pearl Handle Fine all Silk Cover. Price $4.00. Gone to the Windy City. Scotch Furze or English Boxwood Handie Tafetta Silk Cover. Price $2.00. Santa Claus at Orpheus The regular Christmas souvenir—handsomer this year than ever before—will be presented at Orpheus Academy to all who may attend for the four consecutive Friday nights of the Orpheus festival season. The Orpheus Christmas tree will be tripped Friday night, Dec. 28. All who wish to give gifts to friends or relatives may bring them to the office of True Reformers hall, where they will be receipted for and duly placed upon the tree. THEY DO SAY It is reported that the manager of the John Brown Amusement Co. was put out because of some shortage. We would like to know who loses the money? We pity the many dupes who have been caught in the trap. General Request Season [Name] WM. BLUE, Conductor. TABLE $4.50. Mug and Brush, Boxed, $4.50. Butler Finish, Gold Lined Soap Cup with Brush to match. in Black Leatherette Covered Box, Satin Lined. Other Shaving Sets from $3.50 to $10. SALT AND PEPPER SETS Exceptional values in superior quality; heavy silver plated on nickel; 2-inch-lined case ..... $1 Main Open Every Evening Till 9 o'clock. King' Broadway Corner Locust EN. Drugg Y. M. C. A. Notes. The membership campaign is now on and the membership committee will be very much pleased to have you call and have your name placed on our roll book. Any man from ten (10) years up is eligible to membership. Membership fees $2.50. Call by the 1st of January, 1907, please, so that you will be in-line with hundreds of others. On Christmas night the Congress will conduct a symposium on "The Birth of Christ," which will be interspersed with music as follows: Overture, Mokanank, brass choir; Christmas story (original), Miss M. L. Jones; violin solo, Mr. Eugene White; paper, "Birth of Christ," Miss Catherine White; (a) trombone solo, "Romance," brass choir; (b) baritone solo, "Challenge," brass choir; paper, "Birth of Christ," Attorney G. L. Vaughan; 'bass solo, Mr. Barringer; paper, "Birth of Christ," Prof. Chas. Hunter; Christmas choral, chorus; poem (original), Prof. E. W. Newsome; over'ture, "Sweet Brier," brass choir. THOSE BAD NIGGERS Last week we said that we will soon run out some of the worse Negroes in St. Louis, of whom some were preachers, doctors, etc. One old bandy shank Negro woman said to a gentleman: "Dat man better not say anything about my preacher or I'm gwine rite down dere and whip him, for my preacher is all right." This is the trouble now. A lot of old handkerchief-headed, bandy shank Negroes that haven't sense enough to carry corn to a dead bear without getting scratched. They had better serve God than continue serving man. 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. $2.00 Per Annum, Single Copy 5 cents. in the West. THE NEW YORK TIMES BUY ALL YOUR XMAS GOODS AT FAMOUS And make sure of their sterling quality and satisfying properties. The largest and best lines of Hol- iday goods. Famous has ever shown now await your choosing here--you'll find our values un- equaled in the city. We give and thoroughly guar- antee Eagle Trading Stamps. Famous BROADWAY AND MORGAN. CITY NEWS. Notes and News Concerning Our People--Weekly Record of Social Events Written Especially for St. Louis Palladium. Room for rent for two gentlemen. Call 20 Mrs. Alex Terry, of 4556 North Market street, is on the sick list. See the Famous' ad. Almost all people get their goods from this firm. Mrs. Mary Porter, of 2810 Sheridan avenue, has moved to 3115 Bell avenue. Mrs. Susan Rogers has moved from 5219 St. Louis avenue to 4331 Maffitt avenue. Nicely furnished room for two gentlemen, with or without board. Call at 2614 Lawton ave. See the ad. of Jaccard. The goods you get from this store are equal to cash money at all times. Mrs. Alice Loyd, of 4614 Labadie avenue, is somewhat indisposed. We hope she will be out soon. Miss Vella Crawford, of Cottage avenue, is contemplating a very pleasant trip to Chicago for Christmas. Mrs. Alice Cannon, of 4355 Maffitt avenue, expects to spend a part of the holidays with friends in Illinois. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ransom, of 2909 Bell avenue, have removed to 3625 Cozzens avenue. They have a beautiful residence. Mrs. Mary A. Thornton, of Edwardsville, Ill., attended missionary meeting at Antioch Church last Sunday. The circle is doing very nicely. The husband of Mrs. Pearl Grant, 2227 Morgan street, died last Sunday after an illness of a few weeks. He leaves a widow, two children and many friends to mourn his loss. Mrs. Grant was formerly a member of St. Paul's choir. The Woman's Noon Day Social club will hold their holiday meeting at the residence of Mrs. Perry B. Randell, 2319 Division street, at which time the club will present Mrs. Randell a wedding present, as is the custom. All members are expected to be present. --- All of Miss Ella Ruck's customers may expect a call from her Saturday, Dec. 22. Mrs. Hammond, formerly of 2325 Pine street, has removed to 3001 Lawton avenue. Nicely furnished room for rent for two gents or married couple. 2632A Lawton avenue. Mrs. Katie Paccard, of Douglass hotel, continues quite feeble. We hope for her early recovery. Miss Ruth Thomas, of 2712 Lawton avenue, will spend the holidays at her old home in Louisville, Ky. Misses Eva and Dimple Richardson, of 3004 Lawton avenue, entertained their whist club on Wednesday evening last. The Bohemian club will give its annual Christmas ball Christmas night at True Reformers hall, Jefferson avenue and Pine street. John S. Myers has returned from a trip through Texas. He spent several days in Dallas, visiting the Actors' Alliance of that city. Mr. Maurice Barnes, one of the best agents that the Palladium can boast of, has been ill for more than a week. We hope for his immediate recovery. Mr. James W. Grant, our old favorite, is always to the front with something unique. So don't fall to visit Orpheus academy during the holiday season. Misses Lucile and Gladys Woodson, of Webster Grove, Mo., who are attending Lincoln institute at Jefferson City, will return home for the holidays. Miss Izella Cole, the only daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Cole of 3527 Lawton avenue, will be married Christmas morning to Mr. Clifford Evans, of Kansas City, Mo. They will be at home after Jan. 15, 1907, at Kansas City. Mr. Thomas Thornton, brother to Mr. James Thorton, is in the city on an extended visit. He has been sojourning in Providence, R. I., for the past several years. Mr. Thornton intends visiting the principal cities on the Pacific coast before returning east. The T. C. G. C. girls were extended a very cordial invitation to visit Louisville, Ky., during the holidays. Among those who accepted the invitation were: Misses Ruth Thomas, Katie Harris, Hazel Richardson and others. Lucile E. Herriford TABERNACLE 50. 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 Paper Hanger of prominence, but he is also engaged in PAINTING, WHITENING AND KALSOMINING..... Give him a call. 3990 PAPPIN STREET 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, 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 OR 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, —Dealer in— Groceries, Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Tobacco. Meat and Vegetable Market. 119 and 1121 Morgan Street, St. Louis, Mo. --- 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. Bartholonew, 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. CORNELIUS A. BROWN Lunch Room AND ICE CREAM PARLOR. Privileges Bought to Serve Hot Sandwiches at Balls, Parties, Picnics, Etc. Residence and Stand. 114 S. Compton Av. Bell Phone, Grand 1797. 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. THE CLUB 1929½ MARKET STREET is an up-to-date club. ..Pool Tables.. and other conveniences for the amusement of the gentlemen that attend. MR. CHAS. NARCIS, Manager. 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 Makes a Specialty of Sunday Dinner. Fruits Seaved in Season. All Kinds of Sandwiches Served. MRS. CHAS. BRYANT, Prop. ST LOUIS, Mo MAURER MEAT and PROVISION CO. CASH MARKETS. 8 and 10 South Jefferson Avenue. Bomont 269M. Kin. D-725 No. 5 South Fourteenth Street. Main 203A. 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 Bldg FORMERLY HOLLAND BUILDING 211 N. Seventh St MONEY FURNISHED To Salaried People Without Security. All Transactions Confidential St Louis READERS OF THIS PAPER DESIRED TO BUY ANYTHING ADVERTISED IN IST COLUMNS SHOULD INSIST UPON HAVING WHAT THEY ASK FOR, REFUSING ALL SUBTITUTES OR IMITATIONS. 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. WHITE DEATH HEALTH COMMISSIONER OF NEW YORK MAKES A STARTLING STATEMENT. 400 DIE EVERY DAY Tuberculosis More Devestating Than War—Is Preventable, and Can Be Banished from the Boston—Speaking before the Twentieth Century club, Dr. Thomas Darlington, health commissioner of New York, said: "It has been estimated that 400 persons die every day in the United States from tuberculosis. This does not mean today only, but yesterday, the day before, the countless days before that and tomorrow and the countless days to come. If It Were War. "Were we in the midst of a devastating war with a battle every day leaving the field strewn with 400 dead, the type of our daily newspapers would prove inadequate in size to emphasize the horror of the calamity. The country would rise in its might and demand that the carriage should cease. The carriage is premeditated, for the disease is preventable and could be entirely eradicated." How to Combat. Dr. Darlington advocated in combatting this disease: First—The education of the state and the education of the individuals. The state must be appealed to on the ground of political economy. It has been estimated, he said, that in the United States the annual loss in money from deaths from tuberculosis is $320,000,000. Second—Instruction by public lecturers, circulators and other methods as to the true nature of the disease, its prevention and cure. Third—The co-operation of the department of education to distribute to each child in the public schools of the city a small, simply-worried card giving easily comprehended rules for the prevention and cure of tuberculosis. Then It Would Banish. "It is almost an undisputed proposition," said Dr. Darlington, "that were all sputum from tuberculosis patients cared for and disposed of in the proper manner, tuberculosis would vanish from the face of the earth." DECLARED IT IDIOTIC. Lacey Opposes Holiday Adjournment, and Clark Talks About Jobs. Washington—In the house Representative Lacey, of Iowa, took a pronounced position in opposition to the adjournment of congress for the Christmas holidays, declaring that "it is idiotic for the house to adjourn, and then jam all legislation through under whip and spur during the closing days." Mr. Lacey declared that, owing to the policy of holding the principal work on the appropriation bills until the closing days of the session, the enrolling clerk had worked 48 hours in succession, and he contended that under such circumstances mistakes were to be expected. Mr. Clark, of Missouri, declared that the "statement made by Mr. Lacey about the idiocy of adjourning at holidays was the most sensible thing he had said for the past twelve years." Speaking of appropriation bills, Mr. Clark said he believed it would be a wise thing if a rule were adopted prohibiting the passage of any appropriation bill later than five days before the adjournment of congress. He thought "the unseemly jobs that creep into appropriation bills during the closing hours of congress would be eliminated by such a rule." Mr. Tawney, of Minnesota, chairman of the committee on appropriations, asked Mr. Clark to specify some of the "jobs" that had gotten into appropriation bills during the closing hours. "Well," replied Mr. Clark, "I will get some specific jobs and bring them in here for the gentleman's edification, and I will make a speech on the subject, too." AN ARKANSAS BANK ROBBERY. Held Up Cashier and Took Four Thousand Dollars. Texarkana, Ark.—The bank of Horatio, Ark., a small town about 50 miles north of this place, was looted by robbers, who covered the cashier with their pistols, and appropriated all the money in sight, about $4,000. The men then, hurriedly mounting their horses, rode away, with a posse of citizens in pursuit. It is bespose of citizens in pursuit Dropped Dynamite Cracker Savannah, Ga.-By the explosion of dynamite in the fireworks factory of Joseph Carbo and John Nivan, Italians, at 531 Anderson street, one fireman was burned to death, an assistant fire chief and two other firemen were seriously and possibly fatally burned. The proprietors were painfully burned, and a boy was struck in the face by flying debris and severely hurt. Carbo and Niva were counting torpedoes they had manufactured. One torpedo dropped, and caused the explosion of the rest. ARE WORTH MANY BILLIONS CROPS GROWN BY OUR FARMERS THE PAST YEAR. Up to December 1 There Had Been 10,024,868 Bales of Cotton Ginned. Washington—The final estimates of the crop reporting board of the bureau of statistics of the department of agriculture (in which preliminary est- mates made earlier in the year are re- vised and corrected) indicate the acreage, production and value in 1906 of the farm crops of the United States to be as follows: Crop. Acreage. Production. Term value Corn ..... 96,737,581 2,927,416,091 $1,166,626,479 Winter wheat. 29,599,961 492,888,004 336,897,651 Spring wheat. 17,705,868 242,372,966 153,897,679 Oats ..... 30,958,768 964,904,322 306,292,978 Barley ..... 6,323,757 178,916,484 74,235,997 Rye ..... 2,001,904 33,374,833 19,671,243 Buckweed ..... 908,208 14,641,937 8,727,443 Flaxseed ..... 2,505,927 25,576,146 25,899,165 Rice ..... 575,014 17,854,768 16,121,298 Potatoes ..... 3,43,150 808,038,382 157,747,392 Hay ..... 42,476,224 57,145,959 592,539,671 Tobacco ..... 796,099 682,428,530 68,232,647 (Cereals computed in bushels, hay in tons, tobacco in pounds) The average weight by bushel is shown by the bureau to be 56.5 pounds for spring wheat, 59.2 pounds for winter wheat and 32.0 pounds for oats. Washington—The cotton report shows: Number of ginners reported in operation this season prior to Dec. 13 was 28,322. The number of bales ginned by states was as follows: Alabama, 1,333,587; Arkansas, 670,423; Florida, 59,575; Georgia, 1,513,416; Indian territory, 323,849; Kentucky, 1,204; Louisiana, 763,999; Mississippi, 1,187,714; Missouri, 34,016; North Carolina, 546,645; Oklahoma, 313,848; South Carolina, 827,793; Tennessee, 219,971; Texas, 3,481,502; Virginia, 12,114. The sea island cotton for 1906, distributed by states, is: Florida, 21,880 bales; Georgia, 20,794; South Carolina, 6,656. The last report showed 10,027,868 bales ginned to Dec. 1, 1906. STICKNEY MAKES ESTIMATES. Says It Takes Shippers Nine Days to Unload a Car. Washington—President A. B. Stickney of the Chicago Great Western has submitted some interesting facts to the interstate commerce commission. In arriving at his conclusions, Mr. Stickney bases his estimates on the entire freight car capacity of the country. The average distance each loaded freight car is hauled is 250 miles. The average time consumed by the railways in hauling is one day, 24 hours. The average time consumed by shippers and consignees in loading and unloading each car is nine days, 216 hours. “As long as shippers consume nine days in loading and unloading each car,” says Mr. Stickney, “transportation will be delayed.” The Post Office Department. Washington—A reduction of more than $4,000,000, or 27.83 per cent, in the deficit of the post office department is shown in the annual report of Edwin C. Madden, third assistant postmaster general. The postal revenue for the fiscal year of 1906 shows an increase of more than $15,000,000 over 1905, the greatest increase in one year in the history of the service. Receipts from all sources were $167,932,732 and expenditures $178,449,778. The gross deficit, including losses by burglary and fires and through uncollected debts, amounted to $10,542,941. Mr. Madden still adheres to his recommendation for an increase on mail matter of the second class. He also recommends that ordinary postal stamps be used for special delivery. Miner's Pipe Blows Up Mine Miner's Pipe Blows Up Mine. Pittsburg, Kas.-In an explosion in Mine No. 1 of the Fidelity Coal Co., at Stone City, two miners were killed and 15 others badly burned. Five kegs of powder taken into the mine by a party of 17 men exploded at the bottom of the mine as the men were leaving the cage. It is supposed a spark dropped from a pipe one of the men was smoking into one of the open kegs of powder. The mine at the bottom was badly wrecked, but the damage has not been estimated at this time. Mount Vesuvius Caved in Naples—Another portion of the crater of Mount Vesuvius fell in and caused a great eruption of ashes, cinders and sand. It was not preceded or accompanied, however, by either detonations or earth shocks. For 20 minutes a rather heavy rain of ashes fell over Naples and another portion of the crater on the side toward Pompeii fell in. The rain of ashes created considerable alarm in the more populous quarters of the city. Women began praying to the Madonna and the saints. ☕ Made Many Recommendations. Columbia—The state board of agriculture held its forty-second annual meeting here. It adopted a resolution recommending many appropriations for college of agriculture. The board is by law an examining board for the college, and after examination the institution recommended the following appropriations: Agricultural building, $200,000; soil survey, $15,000; poultry barn, $10,000; experiments, $25,000; other departments, $16,000. A new dairy barn and the enactment of a pure food law placed under control of the experiment station were recommended. Carrington on Teachers' Salaries. Jefferson City.—State Superintendent of Public Schools Carrington, at the meeting of the Missouri educational council, at Moberly, will make a report on "Teachers' Salaries," and from the figures which will be embodied in that report he will draw certain conclusions, to be stated to the council. A bill, to be presented to the legislature, covering many of the features embraced in Mr. Carrington's report, will be submitted in detail for general discussion. Mr. Carrington's report is intended to give definite and adequate information touching salaries of teachers in Missouri. All Turkey Records Broken. Pilot Grove—More than 2,000 turkeys were sold here in one day, for which the farmers received nearly $3,500 from local merchants. All records for one day's business in turkeys were broken. The principal streets were blocked with wagons. A special car loaded with turkeys and 70 coops additional were shipped out. Demand 5.000 Scudi. St. Louis- Gaetno Fafato, a prosperous Italian, has received a letter informing him that the only way to live is to carry "5,000 Seudi" in his pocket ready to hand over to the first of his countrymen to step up to him and say: "Give me de scudi." He turned the letter over to the police and doesn't go out at night. Prosperous Flour Millers. Springfield—The Southwest Missouri Millers' association held a meeting here, discussing freight rates and the prices of wheat and flour. A comparison of notes disclosed that the flour manufacturers of this section were enjoying a prosperous season. Shook Hand of Daughter's Slayer. Springfield—Garland Moore, who killed Clara West at Bois D'Arre, was warmly greeted in court by the mother of the dead girl. Among those who crowded forward to shake his hand was the mother of the murdered girl. Two Men Asphyxiated. St. Joseph-James Smith, of Topeka, and William Showley, of Kansas City, iron molders, were found dead at a room in their boarding house, having been asphyxiated by gas which escaped from a heater. A Belle of Long Ago. St. Louis—Mrs. Amelia Chouteau Churchill, a member of one of the oldest families in St. Louis, and in her younger days a famous belle and beauty, died at her home in Louisville, Ky. Killed By a Blow. St. Louis.-Sixteen-year-old Thos. F. McCoard, of 2603 Hickory street, died as a result of a blow struck by the fist of Harry Gronefed, aged 22, of 2507A Hebert street. Folk Sues St. Louis. St. Louis—Gov. Joseph W. Foik has filed suit against the city of St. Louis to collect any salary that may be due him while he was circuit attorney of St. Louis. Child Drinks Acid and Dies. Chillicothe.—The three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wallace of Chula, drank a quantity of carbolic acid and died within fifteen minutes. School Teacher Hurt in a Wreck. Charleston.—An Iron Mountain train went into a ditch north of here. Miss Bertha Scheel, a school teacher, was hurt. Missionary Work. St. Louis.—St. John's Southern Methodist church has entered upon the task of supporting a college in Japan. Determined to Have a License. Cape Girardeau.—In order to obtain a marriage license for himself, Zachariah Quinn, 65, drove 20 miles on a cold night. Mrs. Louise M. Clough. Rolla—Mrs. Louise M. Clough died here, aged 64. Her husband, Judge Clough, died in Colorado 20 years ago. Dahlia Becoming Popular The dahila, that fine and large flower which adorns our autumn gardens, is reconquering the place which has been usurped for some years by its Japanese sister, the chrysanthemum. The gardeners have given to it what it formerly lacked, variety, and its shades now rival those of the more popular flower.—Le Figaro. Destroy Much Shoe Leather. Every day the inhabitants of the United Kingdom wear away $1,000,000 worth of shoe leather. R.T.REV. B. W. AKNETT, D. D. Wilberforce, 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 Vanderhorst street, Charleston, S. C. RT. REV. B. F. LEE, D. D., Wilberforce, Q. RT. REV. EVANS TYREE, D. D., 13 North Hill street, Nashville, Tenn. R.T. REV, C. S. SMITH, D. D., M. D. 39 East Columbia street, Detroit, Mich. R.T. REV. JAMES A. HANDY, D. D. 1341 North Carey street, Baltimore, M. BETHEL INSTITUTE, The Home Protective Association A reliable, progressive, fraternal association. 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 equit able plan that will perpetuate the Asociation. 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. Neil, Imperial Organizer LaGrange, Mo. Imperial Advisory Board—A. R. Chinn, Glasgow, Mo.; 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. B. F. hall, Jefferson and Lucas avenues, on the second Wednesday in each month at 8:30 p. m. Mrs. Sadie Harris.....President 1529 Gratiot Street. Mrs. Lula Wallace.....Vice-President Mrs. Dillen Street. Mrs. Annie Henry.....Secretary 2614 Mills Street* Miss Salle 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. 爱 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..... "THE PALLADIUM" An Afro-American Newspaper, Published For The Good Of The Race... ...$2.00 A YEAR... GEO. W. F. BULLOCK, Ladies' Barber AND TONSORIALIST 3320 Franklin Avenue. St. Louis. B. 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 PARLOR AT 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' Mats. 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, Piano and Guitar; now with the Great Western Band and Orchestra. 1621 LUCAS AVENUE Musical Combinations to be hired for small parties and entertainments. Violin, Cornei Harp. 1- VIOLIN AND HARP. 2- VIOLINS, VIOLA BASS. Bell Phone: Main 3268. Bell, Bomont1481. PHONES: Kinloch C-391 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 Home Remember the Number. 2127 MARKET STREET. Meals at All Hours. OPEN DAY AND NIGHT. FRANK MONTGOMERY DEALER IN EXPRESSING DONE. 2621 Bernard St. St. Louis. ALONE AT CHRISTMAS TIME By S. BARING-GOULD Is there—can there be—a man more lonely than one returned from a far country, who has been out of his home land for 20 years, and comes back when his parents are dead, his old friends dispersed, and the old nest has passed to other occupants? And can his loneliness be more emphasized than when his return syncronizes with Christmas? That was my condition when I revisited the mother country. With a beating heart and straining eyes I had looked for the first sight of dear old America after having left it as a lad, hardly a man, some 20 years ago. I was back—not to home—I had no home now. My heart began to fall me, my spills decline, when I reached the little country town near which I had been born, and where I had feeted the golden hours of childhood. No one knew me. In the churchyard I laid a wreath on the graves where lay dear old father and mother. I looked at our house. It had been rebuilt and was occupied by strangers. THE "You Are Very Good." I went through the village. The little shops had fresh names over them. The old rector who had baptized me was dead. The old school was gone. The ancient church had been renovated. The village inn was in new hands. The old Christmas was no more. No frost, no snow, no icicles; only sludge and a drizzling rain. I returned from my visit to the village in deep depression. I would haste to the rooms I had taken in a house in the town, and spend my Christmas Eve with my pipe and glass—alone, with not even an old dog to lie at my feet and look up with speaking eyes into my face and sympathize with me in my solitude. I would pass the evening before the fire, looking into the red coals, not building castles among them, but watching the tumbling down of old cottages, old farms, old reminiscences, into ash. I had done well in the other land, and had returned, not a rich man, but with a competence. It had been my wish, my ambition, to settle in the village about which DON WILSON clung all my sweetest and holiest thoughts; to buy there a little land, to tread the old paths, ramble in the same woods, look upon the same scenes, dwell among the same people, re-make a home in the same place. But now—? Could it be? As I walked back to my lodgings, through the street and by the market place, folk were hurrying in all directions, some with bunches of holly in their hands, a girl or two with a sprig of mistletoe slyly hid in her muff, a man wheeling a Christmas tree on a barrow, butchers' boys carrying joints for the morrow's dinner. Plum puddings and mince pies were displayed in the confectioners' shops. The chemist, the hairdresser, the seedsman, the draper had stuffed their windows with toys, toys, toys. He who had come to earth as a little child had filled every heart with thought of the little ones, and desire to make Christmas a day of joy to them. I had no tiny ones of my own, no little nieces and nephews, no small cousins for whom to provide anything. I was alone—utterly, desolately alone. As I pursued my way I saw a tall, slim girl walking before me with a basket on her arm, and I noticed that the bottom had come out, and that the contents fell on the pavement. Of this she was unaware. I stoope and picked up a little woolly lamb, then—a something wrapped in paper—then a silver match box breaking out of its covering. Gathering them together, I ran after the girl and stopped her. "Excuse me," said I. "Are you a female Hop o' my Thumb, dropping tokens whereby your track my be known?" I showed her what I had collected. She colored and thanked me. Then I recognized her as the daughter of my landlady. "You must allow me," said I, "to tie my handkerchief round the basket, and to carry it for you. I believe that we go the same way." "You are very good," she replied. "We are about to have a Christmas tree for the children this evening, and I have been making some trifling purchases as presents for my brothers and sisters, and for papa and mamma, who must not be forgotten." "There go the candles!" I exclaimed, as a cataract of red, yellow and green tapers shot out of the basket. "And there's an orange!" said she, as one of these fruit bounced forth and fell, and rolled away into the gutter. We were forced to stoop and collect the scattered wax lights, and then to tie my large handkerchief about the basket. "What a fortunate thing," said I, "that I have got a good sized 'kerchief in place of one of the miserable little rags that do service nowadays. That is, because I cling to old customs, and when I was a boy my mother always gave me something like a dishcloth in my pocket." Then we proceeded on our way, and when we went into the house, she received the basket from me, and again thanked me. "You must not remove the 'kerchief till all is unpacked," I said, "or there will be another discharge of the contents, and then the children will see what you have provided for them." "Shall you be dining out to-morrow?" asked the girl. "I—oh, no! I have none to dine with. I know no one here." "And this evening. Shall you be going anywhere?" "I—oh, no! I have nowhere whither to go." So we parted, and I ascended to my room. I made up the fire, and sat down and reread the newspaper. There was much in it about the approaching feast. I had the illustrated papers. They had issued Christmas supplements, with pictures of happy family gatherings, of Old Father Christmas, of waits and carol singers. I might perhaps hear the waits and singers. I should certainly hear the Christmas bells. That would be all. I had done, with my papers. I sat before the fire in a brown study, and my spirits sank lower and ever lower. I recalled the old Christmas I had spent at home with my parents. I remembered how I had looked into my stockings on the morning to see if Old Father Christmas had visited me in the night and had left there some presents for the Good Boy. Alas! No Father Christmas would visit me now. All that was of the past—the utterly and irrevocably past. I did not light my candles. I could read no more. I needed no light for my thoughts, they were too dark to be illuminated thus. As I stood thus musing, I heard a tap at my door, and shouted: "Come in!" There ensued delay, and I called again: "Come in!" Then the door opened and I saw some little heads outside, with golden curls and flushed cheeks, and a child's voice said: "Please, Mr. What's your name, will you come to our tree downstairs?" "I!—I!" As I hesitated, the child said: "Please—Annie told us to ask you." And then I saw the tall girl whom I had assisted draw back into the dark behind them. "Most certainly I will, as you are so kind as to invite me." So I descended, and there were my landlord and landlady, radiant with happiness, and the five children danced before me and said: "He is come; is it not nice!" Behind, presently, entered Annie, somewhat shyly, and pretending she had come from the kitchen. I was witness of the delight of the little ones over their presents—the M. H. I Saw the Tall Girl. woolly lamb, a small cart, a cannon, a doll—the father over a pair of warm stockings of Annie's knitting, the mother over a shawl, also of her work; and I stood smiling and happy, when up sprang one of the children and plucked from the tree the silver match box. "This," said the child, "is for Mr. What's his name. Sister Annie said it was for him." I was moved more than I can say. So—some had been thinking of me, though I was only a ladder. "Look here, sir!" said the father, "you're a stranger in the country, and at such a time as this there must be no strangers. You must really sup with us, and dine also with us to tomorrow. I can promise you a good dinner, for it is of Annie's making." All was changed. I was a stranger and they took me in; I was lonely and they made of me a friend. Christmas day, 14.00. I returned to my room upstairs, made up the fire, and seated myself before it. I had spent a very pleasant day, and a pleasant evening before that. I did not now feel so discouraged, so hopeless. That was a nice family, very friendly and considerate. And I began to build in the fire. I no longer saw only ruins. I saw, as it were, a pleasant home rise out of the coals, and a pleasing face looked up at me out of them—very much like that of Annie. Ah! if the old home was gone, might I not build one that would be new. I need no longer live in the past, but look to the future, and next Christmas, please God—I would not be alone, that is if Annie—but I cannot say—will consent to put an end to my loneliness and help in building up a future. Of Interest to Stockholders. Jaspar—I hear that Santa Claus has given up his yearly rounds. Jumpuppe—You don't tell me! Jaspar—Yes. He has accepted a regular position on the "Salaries Committees" of various big corporations—Town Topics. SOUTHERN RAILWAY 10:00 A.M. 10:10 P.M. TICKET OFFICE: 719 Olive Street and Union Station. S. L. PICKETT. Fresh DRU 2601 LAWTON N. W. Cor. Jefferson Open Day and R. J. RAY Attorney - 1111 Clark Ave., Friedman Loan and PAWNBKO 1324 MARKET STREET Money to Loan on A At the Lowest Rate Dealers in Gold and Silver Watches, Chains, Diam Instruments, Clothing of Especially Low Interest on Large Loans. Business Confidential. We are the only thoroughly expe tically competent Colored U A. RUS Livery Boarding and UN Rish DRUGS DAY 2601 LAWTON AVENUE, W. Cor. Jefferson and Lawton A in Day and Night. R. J. RAYMOND attorney - at - Law 1111 Clark Ave., St. Louis, Mo. man Loan and Mercant PAWNBKOKERS, MARKET STREET, ST. LOUIS, to Loan on All Articles o At the Lowest Rate of Interest. and Silver Watches, Chains, Diamonds, Fine Jewelry, Guns Instruments, Clothing of Every Description. Interest on Large Loans. Unredeemed Confidential. Tel. Kin. only thoroughly experienced and the very competent Colored Undertakers in the A. RUSSELL, boarding and UNDERTA 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. We have our own conveyances and do all our o Carriages furnished for all occasions. 2322 CHESTNUT STREET, ST. LOUIS, MO. W. T. Curtis' Newport we have our own conveyances and do all our own w Carriages furnished for all occasions. NUT STREET, ST. LOUIS, MO. Phon Curtis' Newport B 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. Curtis' Newport Buffet, 2323 MARKET STREET. Wines, Liquors and C nes, Liquors and Ciga Wines, Liquors and Cigars. RESTAURANT IN CONNECTION Meals can be Ordered by Telephone, Kinloch C 1199 Also the Famous Anheuser Beers FURNISHED ROOMS FOR MEN ONLY BILL EVERYTHING STRICT The Brunsw G. W. HOLT, 1925 Market St Fine Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Tobacco TELEPHONE: KIN JAMES H. HARRISON, Phar. D. HARRISON & amous Anheuser Beer. 2323 N ROOMS FOR MEN ONLY. BILLIARD ROOMS IN C EVERYTHING STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS. Brunswick Sal G. W. HOLT, Proprietor. 5 Market Street, (Near Uni Liquors, Cigars and Tobacco. Phone TELEPHONE: KINLOCH A. 1275. HARRISON, Phar. D. GEO. HARRISON & McKOIN Also the Famous Anheuser Beer. 2323 Market St FURNISHED ROOMS FOR MEN ONLY. BILLIARD ROOMS IN CONNECTION. EVERYTHING STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS. The Brunswick Saloon, 1925 Market Street, (Near Union Station), Fine Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Tobacco. Phone Central 1653. Funeral Directors AND EMBALMERS, 2743 Wash Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. All Work First Class. Successful Embalm Calls Answered Prom THE JOCK 3924 SOPHIA WM. DOVER, -- Choice Wines, Liq BREAKFAST First Class. Terms Most Successful Embalming Guaranteed. Answered Promptly, Day o E JOCKEY C 3924 SOPHIA AVENUE. DOVER, - - - - - Propr Choice Wines, Liquors and Cigars AKFAST and SU All Work First Class. Terms Most Reasonable Successful Embalming Guaranteed. Calls Answered Promptly, Day or Night. THE JOCKEY CLUB Bread, Butter, Potatoes, Coffee, Tea or Milk with all Egg or Meat Orders. Oatmeal, with Breakfast Orders. Choice of Meats and Two Vegetables with all Supper Orders. GS Daily AVENUE, and Lawton Aves. Night. Both Telephones. DIMOND, at Law, St. Louis, Mo. Mercantile Co. WORKS, ST. ST. LOUIS, MO. All Articles of Value of Interest. Bonds, Fine Jewelry, Guns, Pistols, Musical very Description. Unredeemed Pledges for Sale. Tel. Kin. C-468. Relienced and the only prac- undertakers in the city. SELL, DERTAKING and do all our own work. or all occasions. MO. Phone Central 555. wport Buffet, STREET. and Cigars. 2323 Market St. HARD ROOMS IN CONNECTION. LY FIRST-CLASS. Black Saloon, Proprietor. Street, (Near Union Station), os. Phone Central 1653. OCH A, 1275. GEO. W. McKOIN. Mr McKOIN, Terms Most Reasonable. ing Guaranteed. aptly, Day or Night. KEY CLUB AVENUE. - - Proprietor. ors and Cigars and SUPPER St. Louis Palladium. PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY Entered at the postoffice at st. Louis la., as second-class matter. Published Weekly by J. W. WHEELER, Manager and Proprietor. 2611 Lawton Avenue. OLIVIA RICHARDSON Mrs. M. A. THORNTON, of 315 S. 22nd. St. is the Reporter and general solicitor for the St. Louis, Palladium. Mr. Charles H. Wheeler, general so- licitor and collector for the Palladium Business matters pertaining to the paper should be addressed to The Palladium Office. Communications for publication must reach us not later than Wed- nesday. ADVERTISING RATES. For one inch, one insertion.....$ 50 For one inch each subsequent insertion.....25 For two inches, three months.....6 00 For two inches, six months.....10 00 For two inches, nine months.....14 00 For two inches, twelve months.....20 00 Standing and transient notices per line.....10 RATES OF SUBSCRIPTION. Per year.....$2.00 Six months.....1.00 Three months......60 Single copy......05 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. BROOKLYN BROTHERS SEVEN POINTERS FOR THE READING AND ADVERTISING PUBLIC. (1) THE LOUIS PALLADIUM IS in its 20th year of regular publication. (2) Never has missed an issue. (3) No fake subscription list to "catch" honest advertisers. (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. What Has Caused It and What Is the Remedy? At no time can a man of business (Colored) approach a merchant and ask for an advertisement for a newspaper but what he is almost insulted about what some other fellow has done. When we are allowed to explain they begin to tell us about what and how some grafter fleeced them, and they never have seen the paper. After listening to them we have come to the conclusion that they have a just complaint. Newspapers that are controlled by Colored men ought to combine and drive these newspaper bloodsuckers and grafters out of St. Louis, and unless this is done the others newspapers will stand guilty of the same crime. The above editorial was written by J. W. Wheeler in 1898, and it is yet good. Eddie McNeil, of 709 Rutger street, is a young man whom all other young men should be proud of beside his parents. He attended the school of which Mr. John B. Vashon is principal. Having finished that school, he went to work in a foundry for $1 per day. He has worked there for four years and is now getting $1.50 a day. Such a young man is a credit to the race and by his strict attention to business, we predict for him a bright future. The young men of today must get to work, otherwise the race will loose by this wanton neglect for good men. Mr. Editor—We are proud to insert in our columns that at our election of officers at 2721 Washington avenue Monday night we again elected Rev S. Samuels as chaplain at the poor house; also his wife as our treasurer. They have done such good work that this is their fourth term. We are certainly proud of them because they are the first and only Colored people elected to any of our institutions. White Christian Willing Workers. Let Principle Rule. We hope that the Republican ticket that was voted for last month and was elected will listen to the will of the men who made it possible for your election. The Palladium is a terror to grafters, political bloodsuckers, jack-leg preachers and sharks, and they hate the name of the Palladium. Well, boys, you must start in a better business than grafting. This was also written in 1889. Let no man be appointed to office who has served a term in the workhouse or who has been convicted for crime in St. Louis or elsewhere. Let no man be appointed to office who has no visible means of support other than gambling or lying around places of vice. Hymn books and disciplines of the A. M. E. church for sale at 3224 Lawton ave. B. W. Stewart. Wright & Bolen are doing business at the old stand, 2337 Market street, where they will be pleased to see their friends as of yore. Mr. W. H. Mosby, of 809 N. Jefferson avenue, is a very pleasant gentleman, and will be glad to see his friends at the above number. We all, more or less, want medicine and toilts of all kinds. These articles may be purchased at Mosby's drug store, 809 Jefferson ave. 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. See Maxwell before the holidays and have your photos made. Prices are reasonable and courtesy is given all customers. Don't forget the number, 1407 Market street. The Honesworth Sisters are doing a good business. If you want your hair long and wavy go to them, for they are wonders. See their work. 2131 Market street. Mr. G. W. Robinson, of 4025 Easton avenue, is doing a good business. Last September he did more business in that month than in any month during his business as a furniture dealer. See the "ad." of the Southern Railway. It is the shortest and best line to many southern points: Florida, Louisville, Chattanooga, etc. Office 719 Olive street. Mr. C. C. Stewart, D. P. A. Mr. A. A. Brooks' skating rink, 2120 Market street, is crowded at every session. If there were not so many Jim Crow Niggers in St. Louis, the Douglas skating rink would also be in demand. We have several new applicants for membership in the edad beat society. The first week in January, 1907, an election will be held. One man has 260 shares—if he votes his shares for himself, he will be made president. Kinloch Park, Dec. 13, 1906. Dear Editor—We wish you a Merry Christmas and hope delinquent subscribers will pay up so that you may have a profitable New Year. Our Christmas exercises will begin at the school Dec. 21. Mrs. M. E. Jones, our teacher, will render an excellent programme, and Santa Claus will treat the children at the expense of the school directors. On the Friday night following the same programme will be repeated at the Baptist Church in Kinloch, and we hope all will come out and assist us. Everything is free except refreshments. Our school is progressing nicely under Mrs. Jones, who is interested in her work. Two of her pupils, Miss Sarah Brown and Ethel Bragg, graduated last spring. Miss Brown is now attending Sumner High school and ranks among the best pupils in her class. NOTICE! NOTICE! We hereby announce that the partnership of Harris & Mosby has been dissolved and in the future Mr. W. H. Mosby is sole proprietor of the drug store at 809 N. Jefferson avenue. This is one of the best drug stores that you can trade at. Mr. Mosby is a young man and one of the most progressive young men in the city. He is kind and pleasant to all and delights in making others happy and contented. We ask, for him, your patronage. USE PICKETT'S ANTISEPTIC OINTMENT For chapped face and hands, pimples, scrofa, tetter, ringworm, eczema, ulcers, rash, gallis, and all skin diseases. 25c. For sale by S. L. PICK-ETT, 2601 Lawton ave. If undecided, consult Leon Devoux, the Great Hindoo Clairvoyant. He removes the Hoodoo and removes evil influences. 2734 Morgan street. Our Advertisers Are All Reliable And You Will Be Benefited By Patronizing Them. Sam, the Tallor, is the man that patronizes Negro business men, and our people ought to patronize him. 204 North Fourteenth street. For Rent—4336 Cottage avenue, three nice rooms, furnished or unfurnished, to first-class colored people. Isabel and Taylor, two of St. Louis' young men, are doing good business at 1315 Clark avenue. Give them a call. The ST. LOUIS PALLADIUM Is Recognized As The Leading Afro-American Paper Of The West. 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. Use Pickett's Laxative Viburnum for Famale Troubles. M. B. . A Merry Christmas to All. The manager of the St. Louis Paladium wishes his many subscribers and advertisers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We have en deavoured to publish the Paladium in a way that will please all, yet we have made many realize the fact that they are not the whole show. Our * The past ear has brought many to success, and many to ruin. Many a rich man has been made poor and many a poor man has leaped into wealth. Many have met obstacles that were almost insurmountable, but by continuous work they have succeeded and are today as happy as any mortals that live. This time last year we were duped out of much money, so that on Christ mas day we were as poor as a church mouse. Every dollar that we have made this year has been placed in some crevice to clear up a hole that was made last year, and if we are permitted to carry forward the work laid down on the tressel board next year, we will be thankful and "Praise God from whom all blessings flow." By the aid of a Kinloch telephone, the agent of the Palladium has not husband or your beaux a I have his measure a $4.00, $12.00. LES Q. MERCHANT TAILOR 1-2 MARKET ST 1684 Olive. abell & Taylor PROPRIETORS Give your husband or you X-Mas present. I have his cheap. Prices----$4.00, $12.00 CHARLES MERCHAN 2315 1-2 MAI Phone, Bell, 1684 Olive. Give your husband or your beaux a fancy vest for a X-Mas present. I have his measure and will make it cheap. Prices----$4.00, $12.00. CHARLES Q. CLARK MERCHANT TAILOR 2315 1-2 MARKET STREET Magnolia Bar. and Domestic Wines, Lic CHAS. WINESTOCK, Manager. RTIN. MIXERS. OPEN ALL NIGHT. MARKET Geo. Isabell. Fine Imported and Domestic CHAS. WINEST Night—ANDREW MARTIN. MI OPEN AL 1315 Clark Avenue. 2230 MARK 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. 2230 MARKET STREET 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. To Ladies: PETER H. BURKE aim has been to take a high moral stand and we purpose to keep that stand. We have not catered to any one man or woman, or set of men and women. We hew to the line; let the chips fall where they will. Again we wish you a Merry Christmas, hoping that you all may have many more such merry days as the 25th day of December, 1906. had so much walking to do in collecting, as many of our subscribers have telephones in their homes, and they tefl us when to call. Now we have had the Bell phone put in also. Beaumont 3117 is ready for use in the residence of the Palladium Man. Our Kinloch number is Central 7890. Now you can reach us from any part of the city and by both lines of telephone. We trust that our subscribers will be ready, as we collect from 9 a. m. until 8 p. m. No excuses; ;when you see the Palladium man coming, get out what you owe him, as we must keep on the move, as we have about 1,500 persons to collect from, and we thank you very much. I am with respect, the collector and reporter for the St. Louis Palladium. Residence, 2617 Lawton avenue; Kinloch, Central 7890; Bell, Beaumont 3117. our beaux a fancy vest for a measure and will make it Q. CLARK T TAILOR MARKET STREET Wines, Liquors and Cigars STOCK, Manager. KERS. Day—ED. ISABELL. L NIGHT. St. Louis, Mo. A. E. B. WINTER SUITS I Have Them In THE ORIGINAL SAM THE TAILOR. SAM WEISMAN, Prop. J. WEISMAN, Manager. 204=206 N. 14th Street. Is Now ReadY To Make your WINTER S all inducements, and over 2,000 your means. Satisfaction guaranteed o THE ORIGIN SAM W J. WEI 204=206 N. What is the Matter with your hands and face? They seem to be all chapped. Get a bottle of Carr's celebrated cream it will cure them in one night, and keep the skin soft and smooth. For sale at all Colored Drug-stores. Put up only by LEWIS CARR 2636 Randolph St., Louis, Mo. Anderson & Jacksons Dealers in COAL, KINDLING, ICE AND EXPRESS. Light Moving. All Orders Promptly Attended To. Coal by Basket or Ton. Telephone: Kin Central 6648 L. OFFICE: 2822 EASTON AVE., St. Louis, Mo. E. M. Hawkins SHAVING PARLOR AND BATH. DOUGLAS BUILDING. 2645 Lawton Av. ST. LOUIS. 2645 Lawton Av. U. B. F. and S. M. T. S* Louis Royal House No. 1 meets the first Friday night in each month at Free Reformers Hall, Pine and Jefferson 3rd floor at 8:15. All members invited to be present. Mrs. A. D. Hyatt, M. E. Q. Miss Jessie Miller, M. E. Scribe. A. U. K. and D. of A. Sunlight Council No. 603 meets the fourth Friday night of each month. Mrs. Lula Lee Chatman—E. Q. 1525 Pine St. Jennie Jones, Sec, 700 Jefferson Ave. Ruth Temple No. 163 S. M.T. meets the fourth Friday afternoon in each month at Free Reformers Hall, 3rd floor,at 2:30. All members of U. B. F. and S. M. T. are invited. Miss M. B. Miller, W. Sec. Miss Jessie Miller, W. P. Henry Young 4017 EASTON AVENUE. Professional Sodder and Gardener, Will Give Perfect Satisfaction. WOOD. COAL. EXPRESS. All orders promptly attended to. The Tailor. 204 N Fourteenth St Winter Suits SUITS I Have Them In patterns to select from. Prices to suit or money refunded. Courtesy shown. NAL SAM THE TAILOR. WEISMAN, Prop. ISMAN, Manager. . 14th Street. A Barber Wanted For a Colored Shop and one for a White Shop. Salary for Colored Barber $12 to $15 per week. It pays Address Nicholson. Miss., for further information. The Oriental Barber Shop First class work guaranteed. JOHN H. WATTS, The Haircutter, Proprietor. 617 N. BEAUMONT STREET. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished Room at 2744 Walnut Street. MRS. MARY GRAY. NICELY FURNISHED ROOMS BY THE DAY, WEEK OR MONTH. PLEASE GIVE US A CALL. PALMER, 2117 CHEST- NUT ST. 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. The "Leader" Barber Shop. 1417 MARKET STREET HOT, COLD, SEA-SALT, and Shower Baths, 25c. Shaving, 10c. Mustache Dyed, 25c. Buff Hair Cut, 25c. Children's Hair Cutting, 15c. All Shines, 5c. J. H. KENT, Proprietor, ST. LOUIS, MO. Yours in F.C. & B.; A.F. & A.M. THE LEADER POOL ROOM. 8 and 10 S. 14th St. J. H. KENT, Manager _-- PROF. LEON pEyouxX ~~ Born Seer and Past Master of Clairvoyancy Lost @ Missing Friends Promptly Located GOOD TOALL Who Visit the LUCK Great Hindoo ) Clairvoyant and Palmist To gg Ck ie anne eee ee a Seg ee ne eee Sem PL OEE RSME Sie ire c cage aie hat 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 false, 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. All 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. Be hz a4 ~ =] Reap iag ed La es ce. — re me y X ee I. Bee eee | 7 : Eryn | —_ P Cine cancd i PROF. LEON DE VOUX 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 willentitle 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. Roller Skating Rink, | 2118-20 MARKET STREET, isthe leading colored rink in the city. Was built and is owned and operated by colored. It hasa special skating rink floor. Well lighted and ventilated. Good music and good order. A. A. BROOKS, Manager. Mr. George Williams Has opened asfine bar at 2034 Che stnut Street, and a fine Cafe in con- nection. A specialty: Chile Con Carne, Spaghetti and Oysters in every style. Don’t forget the number, 2034 CHEST NUT STREET. . ee Both ’Phones. Pht gh ; . Friedman Loan & Mercantile Co. PAWNBROKERS | Money to loan on all personal prop erty at lowest rates of interest. Spe- cial sale on unredeemed overcoats, Ladies’ suits and cloaks from $1.56 up. 1324 MARKET ST. . oo : | _ te pea fy ee & ie 7 oe day : eager: 7 — ie < Gen ee er , | oe If you_want to become wrosperous, to find out vhat is best to do, then eek the advice of this dlairvoyant, to whom many srosperous 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 no home so dreary, no life 30 sad, no heart so lonely, no condition so hopeless that cannot be righted and kept aright after a visit to this wonderful man. Is your husband or wife un- true? Does another share the love that is rightfully yours? Have you ene- mies? Have you a doubt- ful love affair? Have you Jost 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- riage with the one you i ¢ | 3 CY ee. a We i 5 ea! bE 7 ? a at : LITTLE RUTH THOMPSON OF 2608 PINE STREET. “Hello, Hello! Maxwell's Studio?” “Yes, The holiday rates have begun, for 60 days only, beginning Nov. Ist, ending Jan. Ist. All Portraits at greatly reduced prices.” One-half cab, sizes, $1.50 to $2.50 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 doz ‘The holiday trade is always a rush, and to avoid being disappointed, place your orders early. Gall and inspect before going elsewhere. Remember the place, MAXWELL § sexrOe°S*haxwer. | 1407 [Market St. W. H. Mosby Has Full Possession of the Drug Store at 309 N. Jefferson Ave. Go There and Try His Goods. OF THE 1 ot Pigeon is back at the Newport. ‘That is because ‘young Bradshaw Is always on deck. Get 25 or 30 cents—borrow it if you must—but don't miss the Xmas din- ner at the Century Cafe, 2315 Market street. ‘The La Salle street girl has dropped the red paint—but the white lead is thick as the hair on a dog's back. Yet this same girl is out at 11:30 at night eating and drinking like the common mules. Another Not So. Far Uut. ‘The lady west of Thirty-ninth, on Finney avenue, had better stay off Walnut street, in the 2100 block. At least you should not stay out all night with ——, You say a woman, but others say otherwise. Why is it that J. C. Hobbs is at the New Century every night inquiring about some lady whom he claims as his sister? You had better look out, “Old Boy,” we are on to you. She may be and she may not be your sister . You'll have to explain. WHY Is IT That the Laws of the State of Mis- souri Are Not in Accordance With the Laws of God? One of the greatest evils tnat is now undermining the society of the Chris tian community is the unholy state of affairs that the laws of Missouri sanction the act of man and woman living together and not being married. If there ever was a time in the his. tory of Christian civilization that the better class of people should rise up and enter their solemn protest against this growing-evil now is the time. This is a matter that should be stamped out for the good of the ris- ing generation—this thing of man and woman living together in such a state, and people knowing the same. They should be responsible for this grow- ing evil. ‘The pastors of the churches dare not speak of it in the pulpit for fear of offending some of his good contrib: utors. We shall enter this, our sol emn vow, for the good of the race, to ask that all law-abiding citizens will assist in ridding the community of such. Children that are born ont of wed- lock are continually making excuses of their birth through life. | Pe Ge ee | 3 pei SU con TS eas : "RLS eae Oy “ai as A a so : SACO ied eel pa Se i es | Pe ——— gees ot eas _ oy See oe P am ees pe seo ereeeanaae oe ae oe “=e ws Se 1 UNE Cir, ‘ | 0 Rees: ee cee | ee ae aes pe Ee P/ es es So! ies 2 ee | i Be ee a | Sven ae fe A a Sonar ; | a | | | i | : Providence Baptist Christmas Doings. Christmas tree and concert in the evening. ‘The special features of Sunday morning's service will be a plea for the race by. Dr. Cole. Tuesday morning, 11 o'clock sermon and special Xmas muste by the chor, followed by a grand dinner. Thursday evening, ‘Dee. 27, the church will celebrate the pastor's 15th wedding anniversary with one of the finest literary and musical concerts of the season. Come early and avoid the rush, Admission 15c. : ee Z=®, a SS ee) oem Ee “SN a eM e F 3 S nie a g es => 7 x ; A oO) @ \ A Delightfully Perfumed Hair Pomade SEAN + PREPARED ESPECIALLY FOR COLORED PEOPLE. i This old, reliable preparation has been in constant use for over ten years, and is considered a necessary ‘oilet article in thousands of homes. It is guaranteed free from all injurious drugs or chemicals. NELSON’S HAIR DRESSING makes harsh, stubborn, kinky, curly hair soft, pliant and glossy, enables you to comb it with ease and to do it up in any style consistent with its length. It is perfectly safe and harmless. By supplying the needed oils directly to the roots of the hair, NELSON’S HAIR DR! SSING tones up, invigorates and nourishes the scalp, stops the hair from falling out, increases its growth, and prevents the hair from splitting and breaking off at the ends, and gives the hair new life and-vigor. NELSON’S HAIR DRESSING removes Dandruff, cures Tetter, Itching and Scaling of the Scalp, etc. 2 There is nothing experimental about Nelson’s Hair Dressing; it has been thoroughly tested and is endorsed by thousands of satisfied users. ‘Try a box and be convinced that it does all and more than what we claim for it. WHAT THOSE WHO KNOW HAVE TO SAY: Miss Willie L. Giiter, McMinnville, Tena. . | selling article 1 ever sold.” Teruel mga bce | ya ratios tac {for colored people. ‘There are others, but gone like | ee ft is tee only ome that Sone ny MAL NELSON'S HAIR DRESSING is put up in 4-ounce square tin boxes and sold SR at all drug stores for 25c. a box. If you cannot get it at your drug store, send us 30c. in stamps and we will mail you a box. ‘We want good agents (male or female). Write for prices, terms, etc. Address NELSON MANUFACTURING CO., Richmond, Virginia. J @ DEPARTMENT WM. LEE’ S2rore. : 409—Barber Shop and Hall on Third Floor. 410—Clothiers, Jewelry and Piano Store. 411—Confectionery and Resturant. 412—Buffet and Pool Room. Open Day and Night Kinloch, Central, 5799. Bell, Olive, 1091 WM. LEE, Proprietor and Manager. Ghe JEFFERSON > RAE... Choice Wines and Whiskics of the Best Brand. ~~ * (15 North Twelfth Street REV. COLE SPECIAL NOTICE ‘The many friends of Mr. Mosby will be pleased to know that this beautiful drug store is now controlled by a company of three, like the Palladium. Mrs William is president; Mr. Hous- ton is secretary; Mr. Mosby is treas urer, They will start out as having the finest and best equipped drug store. Their goods are first-class and fresh, being the best that can be se- cured, and We take this pleasant op- portunity to ask, for him, your patron- age. Remember, as you make your rounds each day, don’t forget’ to pass into his place of business and remind him that you saw these several no- tices in the Palladium. If you should ‘read this in your neighbor's paper go to his place and he will show you his splendid assbrtment of goods at 809 N. Jefferson avenue. Queen Esther Temple OF THE S. M. T. Meets the first and third Wednesday in each monday at 1 p.m. U. E. P. Hall. MRS. CARRIE STEVENSON, W. P. MRS. MAHALIA MACKLIN, Secretary. St. Louis Temple No. 184 OF THE Ruth Temple, No. 163 OF THE S. M. T. eager to enjoy themselves. The country was sparsely settled, and there was little to be had that was good to eat or drink nearer than the town of Florida, on Salt river, where Squire Clemens, the father of Mark Twain, kept a store. They danced all night under the hospitable roof where sat old Uncle Rhuebin Reddish, Aunt Lou extending them a warm welcome; then they went home with Rube Purvis to eat bear meat, and from there to Uncle Harry's and Aunt Edy's, where venison was broiling and bee gums had been robbed. Christmas eve day was bright and pretty. The sun broke through a rift of clouds and the revelers were fairly intoxicated with joy. They intended to spend the night and Christmas day at the Widow Mackelroy's, where there was plenty of room and an abundance of good things to eat and drink. MRS. ANNIE E. HALLAM, W. P 1715 Gratiot St. NETTIE WHITE. Secretary, 3955 Fairfax Ave. Sina Temple 124 meets the 2d Tuesday at K. of P. Hall. The Widow Mackelroy was with the crowd. She had left Uncle Ned and Aunt Polly to look after her house, telling them that if they went away to close the doors. The faithful old servants were not liable to go farther than some cabins occupied by colored people, and the widow knew that they would answer the summons of the ranch bell. Though it was Christmas time she never dreamed that the negroes would leave the place. Old Ned and Aunt Polly did leave the house, and a big black bear must have been watching them when they walked away. He had doubtless scented the odor of a 'Christmas feast. It was easy for bruin to smash one of the kitchen windows and enter the apartment unmolested. After feasting upon such things as had not been securely hidden away, the bear probably prowled through the house until his curiosity was satisfied, and then, finding a dark corner under the stairway in the hall, he laid down and closed his eyes to pleasant dreams. Olive Leaf Drill Corps OF THE S. M. T. Meets for drill every Thursday in each week o 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., 3921 Finney Avenue. MRS. JENNIE JONES, Secretary, 200 North Jefferson Avenue. This audacity was the result of careless training on the part of one James Irvin, an old bachelor of the vicinity, who had made a pet of this same bear, Bolivar, as the bear was called, frequently answered the call of the wild. In his youth Bolivar was an interesting pet. He was capable of performing many tricks, and he was an accomplished wrestler. The crowd of Christmas ramblers reached the Widow Mackelroy's house about dark on Christmas eve. The lively young widow led the way to unlock doors, and the boys and girls followed, snowballing and singing Christmas carols. The widow was in the act of making some interesting discoveries in the kitchen, and a dozen couples of dancers were moving over the parlor floor in harmony with music that was loud and fast, when shrieks and screams echoed through the rooms, and those who were able to command their senses saw a monster black bear entering the parlor on his hind feet and swinging his forelegs invitingly, as if seeking a partner for a waltz. The ballroom instantly presented a scene of the wildest excitement. Boys and girls who were near windows lost no time in making their escape. The bear cut off the retreat of a considerable crowd and hemmed them in a corner of the room. Bolivar pranced in front of these, licking froth from his red lips and glaring into the faces of the screaming girls as if he were trying to select a dainty one for his Christmas supper. George Ely, a young man who was proud of his strength and his ability to hit hard blows, ran forward and struck the bear on the side of the head. Bolivar shook his ear as if he were tickled, and, turning about, he seized the amazed young man with his powerful amazed y 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. 3813 West Bell Boulevard. MRS. LULA BRUNER, Secretary, 2986 Eason Avenue S. M. T'S Meets the 83 Wednesday in cash month 8 p.m. at U. B. F. Hall. All visiting sisters and brothers are welcome. Mrs. C. A. VARRS, W. P., MRS. EMMA BELKINS, 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 Fythian Hall, Lucas and Jefferson Ave. MARY E. WILSON, W. P. 1431 MORGAN ST. JULIA TYLER Secretary, 1004 Morgan Street. 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. 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. KATIE BOSWELL, W.P. 4222 Maffitt Avenue. MRS. ALLICE BELLINGER, Secy. 1521 Clarke Ave. Rising Sun Council of East St. Louis IU., meets the second Wednesday in each month. MRS. JOSEPHINE JONES, M. E. LILLIE MASSEY, M. W. R. All are invited. A. U. K. & D. 01 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. JOSEPHINE JONES, M. E. Q. WM. TAYLOR, Secretary. 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 4 o'clock at 2720 MORGAN ST. ... S. A. COLLINS, M. E. Q., 3220 Hickory Street. M. L. BOYD, W. R., 1706 Newstead Avenue. A. K. & D. of A. The D. L. Martin Juvenile No. 1 meets the third Saturday in each month at 8 p. m. 2720 WUHGAN ST. S. A. COLLINS, N.Y. BAINE PITTS. 3220 Hickory Street 3220 Hutger Street MAMIE WILSON, W. B. FRONTIER CHRISTMAS A man in a suit stands in front of a fireplace, facing a bear that is standing on its hind legs, with its mouth open as if it is snarling. The man appears to be in a defensive posture, with his hands on his hips. The bear is standing on its hind legs, with its mouth open as if it is snarling. The man appears to be in a defensive posture, with his hands on his hips. George Ely Ran Forward. HE times were flush; there had been good crops, and an abundant harvest had been gathered and stored away. The people on old Lick creek, in Ralls county. Mo. were happy and paws and d bear was would soon George's be heart had Mary God with George J paws and drew him to his breast. The bear was becoming angry, and he would soon have crushed every rib in George's body if the youth's sweetheart had not come to his rescue. Mary Goodwin had been dancing with George Ely and when the bear entered the room the thoughtful girl ran to the fireplace and seized an iron poker. It proved a good weapon. It was an iron bar about four feet in length, and it had been in use so long that one end had worn to a sharp point. Its effectiveness had been improved by a young man who had stuck the sharp end in the fire for the purpose of using it to take the chill from a pitcher of hard cider. When Mary Goodwin saw her lover's face distorted with pain as he struggled to get loose from the mad bear's powerful arms she ran to his assistance, "Help! For God's sake, help me, boys!" shouted George. The bear was trying to fasten his teeth in his victim's throat, when the brave girl thrust the red-hot point of the iron bar behind the monster's foreshoulder and threw her whole weight upon it. The sharp point slipped between the bear's ribs and entered his heart. With an angry growl Bollivar sank in a heap upon the ballroom floor, and George Ely staggered away, to fall, gasping for breath, in the arms of his quick-witted, fearless sweetheart. Bolivar was barbecued on Christmas day, 1854. During those same holidays George and Mary were married. Bits from the Trees Hence the Mistletoe. Florence—Don't you remember that last Christmas you broke your engagement? Geraldine—Yes; but I'm a year older now. A Mildred—Oh, dear! I wish I knew what to give Mr. Slowboy for a Christmas present. Helen—Why don't you give him your heart, dear? Mildred—The big goose has it already, but he doesn't know it. Nickler — Christmas mathematics are puzzling. Bocker — Yes, you put down tens and carry everything. "Women are naturally more artistic than men." "Yes," answered the matter of fact person, "that's why so many of us look funny when we wear our Christmas neckties and smoking jackets. Our wives want us to look artistic." Specially Prepared for This Paper. LESSON TEXT.—Luke 24:36-53. Memory verses 46-48. LESSON TEXT.—"While he blessed them, he was parted from them, and was received up into heaven."—Luke 24:51. FUME.—The ascension was on Thursday, May 18, A. D. 30. PLACE.—From the Mount of Olives, V. 36. "They." Cleopas and his friend who had seen Jesus at Emmans. "Thus spake." As they told how he had walked and talked with them, had explained the Scripture prophecies of His sufferings and death, and finally, "how He was known of them in breaking of bread." "Jesus Himself stood in the midst." Jesus was no longer under the limitations which hampered His body before death. "Peace be unto you." This common Hebrew salutation carried new force as it fell from the lips of the risen Saviour. Jesus had been born "the Prince of Peace." V. 37. "Terrified and affrighted." Frightened, as mortals generally have been by the supernatural. "A spirit." We would say, a ghost; a being lacking material substance. V. 38. "Why are ye troubled?" If you are sad because you thought me forever gone, why are you not glad at my return? "Why do thoughts arise?" Why do you seek to reason away what simple faith should accept with great joy—the fact that still live? V. 39. "Behold My hands and My feet." These bore still the nail-prints and proved His identity. "Handle Me." Divine love and patience were willing to do anything to satisfy and convince these doubting ones. V. 41. "Believed not for joy." First astonishment, then fear, and now joy hindered the action of their faith. V. 43. "Did eat." The apostles referred to this as a convincing proof of their Lord's resurrection (Acts 10:41). their Lord's resurrection (Acts 10:41). V. 44. These verses give a condensed summary of the teaching Jesus gave the disciples during the 40 days following his resurrection. "These are the words which I spake." In the light of these events you understand the words I spoke to you long ago (such as Luke 18:31-34). "While I was yet with you." While I visibly dwelt on earth as a man. "Must be fulfilled." Jesus' life, death and resurrection were necessary to man's salvation, and as such had been minutely foretold in Scripture. "The law . . . prophets . . . psalms." The accepted Jewish divisions of the Old Testament. Each division of the Old Testament teaches of Jesus. V. 45. "Opened their understanding." Jesus had gained new power through his death and resurrection. V. 46. "Thus it is written." In many prophetic words, such as Gen. 3:15; Ex. 12; Isa. 53, etc. "To suffer . . . and to rise." These are the two essential features of the Gospel. V. 47. "Repentance." Sorrow for sin and turning from it. "Remissions." Forgiveness of sin and escape from it. "In His name." On Jesus' authority, and because through Him men are enabled to escape from sin. "Among all nations." This commission is more explicitly given by another evangelist. "Beginning at Jerusalem." It was most important that in the very city where the great events connected with Jesus took place, their full import should be fearlessly and triumphantly proclaimed. V. 48. "Ye are witnesses." The apostles had been with Jesus several years witnessing His miracles and listening to His teachings; they witnessed His crucifixion, His resurrection, and were soon to witness His ascension. V. 49. "The promise of My Father." The promise of "another comforter," the Holy Spirit (John 14:16, 26). "Tarry ... until ye be endured with power." It would be vain for them to go forth with only their own wisdom and strength. V. 50. What is recorded in these verses occurred 40 days after Jesus' resurrection. "As far as Bethany." Some place on the Mount of Olives, near Bethany. "Blessed them." All the years of His earthly life Jesus blessed men—made them happier and better—and His parting act was that of blessing. He still lives and still blesses. V. 51. "Was parted from them." By a slow, continuous motion, He arose above them until he disappeared in a cloud (see Acts 1). V. 52. "Worshipped Him." They now gave Him that deep, adoring love which is due to God alone. "Returned .. with great joy." Their joy is a most remarkable evidence of their faith. V. 53. "Continually in the temple." For some reason, Jewish priests did not molest them. They were regular in attendance at the temple at the hours of worship. Jesus whom they worshiped was the same God to whom this temple had been dedicated. Practical Points. V. 36. Only as we abide in Christ can we know peace with God, peace with men and peace of conscience.—Eph. 2:14. V. 39. Even to this day Jesus is the same as when He walked in Galilee. —Heb. 13:8. V. 41. Human language cannot tell the joy of those who know the living Christ. —1 Pet. 1:8. V. 47. Not mere escape from punishment, but release from sin, is what we need and what Jesus gives. —1 John 1:7. L. S. WILLIAMS. Undertaker & Funeral Director. M 127 N. 3rd St., East St. Louis, Ill Phone: Kin. St. Clair 802. AND 2317 Market St., St. Louis, Mo. Phone: Kin. D-153. FINISHED FOR ALL OCCASIONS. "Banner." 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 Merriweather, 707 N. 16th street, W. M.; Harry Lawless, secretary. Fifet and Pool Room liquors and Cigars, of service offered. Borton Avanue NIA 18 SOUTH TENTH ST. The Douglass Buffet a Fine Wines, Liquors and the best of service 2645 Lawton A ABYSSINIA ss Buffet and es, Liquors and the best of service off 5 Lawton Av SINIA Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars and the best of service offered. 2645 Lawton Avanue ABYSSINIA 18 SOUTH TENTH ST. ENTERTAINS Monday and Thursday nights of each Night rent reasonable for The best and largest hall Apply to B. BANKS, 18 S THE DOUGLASS Beaumont and Lawton FRESH DRUGS and TOP Prescriptions Carefully and Acura Ice Cream Soda a Spe CREWS @ BARRET Turner Coffee a day nights of each week. it rent reasonable for any best and largest hall in the INKS, 18 South DUGLASS PH mont and Lawton Ave GS and TOILET s Carefully and Acurately C Ice Cream Soda a Specialty @ BARRETT, Coffee and of each week. Admission, 25c. reasonable for any use. largest hall in the city. 18 South Tenth St. ASS PHARMACY and Lawton Avenue and TOILET ARTICLES and Acurately Compounded Soda a Specialty BRETT, Druggists e and Tea Co. Monday and Thursday nights of each week. Admission, 25c. Night rent reasonable for any use. The best and largest hall in the city. Apply to B. BANKS, 18 South Tenth St. Turner Coffee and Tea Co. 2717 A Lucas Avenue. Dealer in high grade Coffees, Teas, Spices. Buy your Coffees and Teas of the equal to any in the city in price and qua R. A. TURNER, The White L 1501 Gratiot S CHOICE WINES, AND CIGA SAMUEL E. LEONARD, grade Coffees, Teas, Baking coffees and Teas of the Tu- city in price and quality. TURNER, Pro White Lilie Oi Gratiot Stree WINES, L AND CIGARS. LEONARD, - ENT® IS ALL IT to write for our big showing the most BICYCLES, TIRES LOW any other manufacturer or dea- DO NOT BUY A BIG kind of terms, until you have recei- lustrating and describing every king old patterns and latest models, and a and wonderful new dresses, a brider with no middlemen's profits. UP ON APPROVAL without a cen- Days Free Trial and make other formation by simply writing us a town a Rider Agent in every money to suitable young men who a NCTURE-PROOF Ees, Teas, Baking Powder and Pure Teas of the Turner Tea Co. We are e and quality. Our Goods are pure. NER, Propietor. Lillie Bar Patiot Street. NES, LIQUORS CIGARS. RD, - - Propietor. IS ALL IT WILL COST YOU to write for our big FREE BICYCLE catalogue showing the most complete line of high-grade BICYCLES, TIRES and SUNDRIES at PRICES manufacturer or dealer in the world. BUY A BICYCLE from anyone, at any price, until you have received our complete Free Cate- describing every kind of high-grade and low-grade and latest models, and learn of our remarkable LOW future new offers made possible by selling from factory OVAL without a cent deposit, Pay the Freight and frial and make other liberal terms which no other do. You will learn everything and get much valu- able writing us a postal. Agent in every town and can offer an opportunity able young men who apply at once. PRE-PROOF TIRES ONLY $4.80 Dealer in high grade Coffees, Teas, Baking Powder and Pure Spices. Buy your Coffees and Teas of the Turner Tea Co. We are equal to any in the city in price and quality. Our Goods are pure. R. A. TURNER, Propietor. The White Lillie Bar 1501 Gratiot Street. CHOICE WINES, LIQUORS AND CIGARS. SAMUEL E. LEONARD, - - Proprietor. CENT IS ALL IT WILL COST YOU to write for our big FREE BICYCLE catalogue showing the most complete line of high-grade BICYCLES, TIRES and SUNDRIES at PRICES BELOW any other manufacturer or dealer in the world. DO NOT BUY A BICYCLE from anyone, or on any kind of terms, until you have received and complete Free Catalogues illustrating and describing every kind of high quality bicycles, old patterns and latest models, and learn of our remarkable LOW PRICES and wonderful new offers made possible by selling from factory retailers with no middlemen's profits. WE SELL WE SHIP ON APPROVAL without a cent deposit, Pay the Freight and allow Days Free. Trial and make other liberal terms which no other in the country will offer you will learn everything and get much valuable information by simply writing us a postal. We need a Bidon Agent in your city. MEDICHTHORN RECORD FOREST TIME 10:00 10:00 (CASH WITH ORDER $4.85) NO MORE TROUBLE FROM PUNCTURES. Result of 15 dress experience using making. No dress experience 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. all sizes. It is lively and easy riding, which never becomes porous and wavy. We have hundreds of letters for jumped up once or twice in a whole seashell. We have hundreds of letters for the patent “Basket Weave” tread that the road thus overcoming all such obstacles. We have shipped same day letter is received we have examined and found them strung of 5 per cent (thereby making the patent more useful). We two Sampson metal puncture closers, case of intentional knife cuts or heave or are not satisfactory on our money seals or the Editor of this paper are they will ride easier, run faster, we know you will give us any price. We know we will give you your order. We wavable tire offer. We built-up wheels, waddles, cycle repair men. Write for our UWIT to write us a postal today. DO N cycle or a pair of tires from anyone lively and easy riding, very durable and lined inside becomes porous and which closes up small punctures hundreds of letters from satisfied customers statuing cities being given a season. They weigh no more than 10 pounds. The back's sensation commonly felt when riding on asphalt teak Wewetre tread which prevents all air from being compressed by the action. The regular price of these poses we are making is $15. The day letter is received. We ship C.O.D. on approval, and found them strictly as represented. We ship the price $4.55 per pair) if you send it this advertisement. The metal puncture closers on full paid orders (the metal nail knife cuts or heavy gashes). Tires to be returned to us is as safe as in a bank. Ask your Postmaster, author of this paper about us. If you order a pair of shoes, run faster, wear better, last longer and look better, know that you will be so well pleased as your order. We want you to send us a small trial r. wheels, saddles, pedals, parts and repairs, and in the bicycle shop at half the usual price for our big SUNDRY catalog. Postal today. DO NOT THINK OF BUYING it from anyone until you know the new and a postal or learn everything. Write it NOW. DESCRIPTION: Made in all sizes. It is lively and easy riding, very durable and lined inside with a special quality of rubber, which never becomes porous and which closes up small punctures without allowing the air to escape. We have hundreds of letters from satisfied customers stating that the price of the price in a whole season. They weigh no more than an ordinary tire, the puncture resisting qualities held by several layers of thin, specially prepared fabric on the tread. That "Holding Back" sensation comes from a few years of air from the other type of soft roads is overcome by the patent "Basket Weave" tread which prevents all air from being squeezed out between the tire and the road thus overcoming all suction. The regular price of these is about $100 per pair. All orders shipped are made in the same as the special factory price to the rider of only $4.50 per pair. All orders shipped are made in the same as the special factory price to the rider. You do not pay a cent until you have examined and found them strictly. We ship C.O.D. on approval. We will allow a cash discount of 5 per cent (thereby making the price $4.50 per pair) if you send FULL CASH WITH ORDER and enclose this advertisement. We will also send one nickel puncture closers to be used in these Sampson metal puncture closers on full paid orders (these metal puncture closers are not in case you have not received a new gashes). Tires to be returned at OUR expense if for any reason they are not satisfactory. If the price is not subject to any addition, we are not subject to any reduction. We are perfectly reliable and money sent to us is as safe as in a bank. Ask your Postmaster, Banker, Express on Freight Agent or the Editor of this paper about us. If you order a pair of lights, the price will be at $100 per pair. If you order a pair of finer than any tire you have ever used or seen in your 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-up-wheels, saddles, pedals, parts and repairs, and everything in the bicycle line are sold by us at half the usual prices charged by dealers and repair men. Write for our big SUNDRY catalogue. DO NOT WAIT but write us a postal today. 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 1 or lo lo P P wh wh to $8.50 Regular Price $8.50 per pair. To Introduce We Will Sell You a Sample Pair for Only Meets at 310 North 11th. MGhee 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. Notices the thick rubber tread "A" and puncture strips "B" and "D," also rim strip "H" to prevent rim cutting. This will not cutlash any other make-NOFT, LASTIC and EASY RIDING. Spent Over $100 in a Vain Search for Health. Miss Frances Gardner, of 369 Jackson boulevard, Chicago, Ill., writes: "Gentlemen: I heartily indorse Doan's Kidney Pills, as I have found by personal experience that they are an ideal kidney remedy. I suffered with complications of kidney complaint for nearly five years, spent over $100 on Gentlemen: I heartily indorse Doan's Kidney Pills, as I have found by personal experience that they are an ideal kidney remedy. I suffered with complications of kidney complaint for nearly five years, spent over $100 on useless remedies, while five boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills cured me in a few short weeks. I am now enjoying the best of health, have a fine appetite, the best of digestion, and restful sleep, all due to your splendid pills." Sold by all dealers. 50 cents a box. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y. When a man is broke his friends are always ready to give him—advice. Lewis' Single Binder cigar—richest, most satisfying smoke on the market. Your dealer or Lewis' Factory, Peoria, Ill. Three Principal German Cities. The three largest German cities are Berlin, with a population of over 2,040,000; Hamburg, with 803,000, and Munich, with about 540,000. Defiance Starch is the latest invention in that line and an improvement on all other makes; it is more economical, does better work, takes less time. Get it from any grocer. Cost of Weather Forecasts. The "weather forecasts," which appear in the morning papers of Great Britain each day cost the country $30,000 a year. Playwright's Complaint Bronson Howard lays the blame for an inferior stage upon the tired business man who has to be amused. He lately said: "I hate the tired business man. He is the cause of plays being produced that keep four other men at home. I wish he would go home and rest. The drama has no future in this country until we cease to cater to the tired business man." Starch, like everything else, is being constantly improved, the patent Starches put on the market 25 years ago are very different and inferior to those of the present day. In the latest discovery—Defiance Starch—all injurious chemicals are omitted, while the addition of another ingredient, invented by us, gives to the Starch a strength and smoothness never approached by other brands. Squirrels as Walters. It has taken Fisk Goodyear of Burchtown, Pa., two years to train his pet squirrels, but his efforts are now repaid, and on Thanksgiving he treated his friends to a surprise. Gathering half a hundred or more gray squirrels, Mr. Goodyear taught them to go into the woods and pick up nuts, carrying them to his home. On Thanksgiving night at a dinner his guests noticed a small board running from a window to a nut bowl. The host gave one knock on the table with his knife. A squirrel hopped down the plank and dropped a chestnut into the bowl. Two raps brought a squirrel with a walnut, three knocks a shellbark. Finally, a grave old squirrel took his place and cracked the nuts, winding up the performance by brushing off the crumbs with his thick bushy tail. BROKE THE WILDCAT'S BACK. Philadelphia Man Victorious in Hand-to-Hand Combat. Unarmed and alone, Thomas Dykes was attacked by a wildcat on Locust mountain, south of Mount Carmel, Pa. He had been in Ashland and started to drive home. His horse stepped on a nail and he put the animal in a stable. Then he started to walk home and was on the mountain when the cries of a wildcat alarmed him. A few minutes later he saw the beast ten feet in front of him. The animal finally sprang. He jumped aside and as the body of the cat struck the road he leaped upon it. For several minutes the fight between the wild animal and the man went on. At length by a quick swing he broke the animal's back. A physician dressed the several deep scratches on his face and hands, but otherwise he was uninjured. DODD'S KIDNEY PILLS FOR ALL KIDNEY DISEASES CURES RHEUMYISM BRIGHTS DISEASE DIABETES BACKACHE Please disconnect the use of our product package. The public may rely on one of imitations. Sold only in dexesters. PATENTS Gire Protection FOR 12 YEARS, AT LITTLE COST SEND for free booklet. Milo B. Stevens & Co. 904 4th St. Washington, D. C. Branches 904 4th St. Washington, D. C. 1864. No patent, no fee for our services. THE CHURCH AT WORK BREAKING HER IDOLS. Light Which Came to Little High- Caste Hindoo Girl. A pretty story is told of Dr. Anandabal Joshee, the first unconverted high-caste Hindu woman who left her country. She came to America in 1883, and three years later was graduated from the Woman's Medical college, of Philadelphia, says the Youth's Companion. Then she returned to her own country, and was elected physician in charge of the female ward of the Albert Edward hospital at Kohlapur, but died shortly after her arrival. Yamuna, as Dr. Joshee was called in her childhood was the daughter of a wealthy and cultured Hindu. Her father owned many villages, and for the benefit of servants and peasantry, kept a household priest to offer sacrifices, instruct the people, and keep clean the shrines and sacred images. One day, when Yamuna was very young, she was playing with her dolls near the priest, who was setting in order a shrine. The little girl watched the old man as he washed the little images of jade or metal, oiled them carefully and set them back in their places. Suddenly it flashed across her mind that there was no difference between those images and her dolls. They did not move, neither did they cry out when they were rubbed so hard. She questioned her father about*it. "Father, how can a god bear to have his face washed by a man?" she aked. "Those images are not gods," he replied. "They are made to hold the thoughts of men to God when they pray. Some represent love, some the justice of God. My little daughter, can you pray to God without looking at any of these images?" "Yes, indeed!" exclaimed Yamuna. "Then they will be of no use to you. You need never think of them again." "And I never did," said Anandabal Joshee, in telling the story. The rewards of faith are not given for the service of fear. THE SUPPLY OF MINISTERS. General Falling Off of Conditions in All Denominations. Rev. G. D. Matthews, D. D., general secretary of the Presbyterian Alliance, has taken pains to collect full statistics bearing upon the question of the supply of ministers, with a look toward the future needs of the church; and he finds that the decline in candidates for the pulpit is not local nor denominational, but universal and nearly uniform. For example, the falling off of candidates in the Presbyterian church of the United States of America in the last five years is 77, about eight per cent. since 1900. In the United Free Church of Scotland it is 17 per cent. in the Church of England it is 13 per cent. But it should be noted that, as a rule, the drop between 1895 and 1900 was greater than during the years 1900 to 1905. For the last five years the Southern Presbyterian church and the United Presbyterian church have kept the level of 1900, but they lost heavily in the five years preceding.—Interior. The cure for our own cares is care for others. The Power of the Churches. A timely illustration of the tremendous and effective power which may be wielded by the churches when they unite is afforded by the closing of the gambling dens at Saratoga, a result brought about by the action of the church federation of Saratoga county, says Leslie's Weekly. Thus a condition which has been a notorious scandal and disgrace to the states for years, which has hitherto successfully defied all efforts at reform and had come to be regarded as practically hopeless has been effectively remedied by the joint action of the churches. What has been done at Saratoga can be done elsewhere in a similar way. The case is also an excellent example of the practical usefulness of church federation, local, state and national, and a good reason why the federation movement should receive the cordial support of all good citizens. The only way to lift life is to lay life down. Gospel for Minnesota Indians. Minnesota Baptists are trying to open up work among the 5,000 Indians in that state. To this time no Christian effort has been put forth in their behalf by any of the religious bodies. Monument for Dunbar's Grave. The Rev. Dr. David W. Clark, of Cincinnati, is making an effort to secure sufficient money to erect a monument over the grave of the late negro poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar. Mr. Clark's father was a slaveholder, but he says "the man who wrote 'When Mandy Sings' and 'When the Corn Pone Is Hot' deserves a monument." Next World's Y. M. C. A. Meeting. The next world's Y. M. C. A. conference will be held at Barmen-Elberfeld. Germany. in 1909. You Look Prematurely Old ATTRACTIONS OF WESTERN CANADA. Magnificent Crop Returns for the Year 1906. The manner in which the Canadian West has attracted settlers in recent years has caused many of our journals and public men to "sit up and take notice," to use a current phrase. From every European country and from almost every State in the Union large number of settlers have flocked to the prairie provinces of Canada, where free homesteads and wide opportunities are open to all who desire to avail themselves of them. The greatest factor in attracting settlers lies in the inherent richness of soil and suitability of climate for producing what is universally considered to be the finest wheat in the world—the "No. 1 Hard" of Canadian growth—and other cereals that rank in the very first class. This year the harvest returns were: Wheat, 90,000,000 bushels; oats, 76,000,000 bushels; barley, 17,000,000 bushels; and when it is considered that the entire population of the three provinces—as evidenced by the quinquennial census just completed—is only 810,000, it is easily seen that the lure of the Canadian West is in its agricultural potentialities. Another feature which attracts the settler is that railway construction is proceeding with such rapidity that almost every district is within easy reach of outside markets, and that good prices for all lines of farm products rule practically from the commencement of agricultural operations. This is a factor which did not prevail when the earlier settlements in the West were made in Canada and in the United States, and has given a great impetus to Canadian Western settlement in recent years. The free grant system of homesteads which prevails in the prairie provinces, by which every settler who is able and willing to comply with the conditions of actual settlement (by no means onerous) is given 160 acres free, except $10 for entry, is a great drawing card, and in the last fiscal year gathered in over 189,000 additional to the western population, of which 57,796 were from the United States. The further fact, as is strongly brought about by the agent of the Canadian Government, whose address appears elsewhere, that a splendid common school system, practically free, prevails throughout the entire country, and is easy of access in even the most remote districts, is another great inducement to the settler who has the future welfare of his family in mind, and this, coupled with the fact that western Canadian law and order are proverbial, completes a circle of good and sufficient reasons why the tide of immigration has set in so steadily toward the country to the north of our boundary line. A. Remarkable Lighthouse. At the entrance of Odessa harbor is a sunken rock which has been the source of danger to navigators for centuries past. The Russians have decided to erect on this rock a lighthouse which will rival in originality and interest any lighthouse of ancient or modern times. This is to be a gigantic figure of Christ, holding aloft in his left hand a cross. The light, one of exceptional brilliancy, is to be placed in the center of the cross. What more fitting emblem for a lighthouse can one conceive than this figure of the light of the world guiding the mariner on life's sea to the port of safety! The Evils of Constipation. are many; in fact almost every serious illness has its origin in constipation, and some medicines, instead of preventing constipation, add to it. This is true of most cathartics, which, when first used, have a beneficial effect, but the dose has to be continually increased, and before long the remedy ceases to have the slightest effect. There is one preparation, however, that can be relied upon to produce the same results with the same dose, even after fifty years' daily use, and this is Brandreth's Pills, which has a record of over 100 years as the standard remedy for constipation and all troubles arising from an impure state of the blood. Brandreth's Pills are the same fine laxative tonic pill your grandparents used, and are for sale everywhere, either plain or sugar-coated. One Peril of Ballooning. One of the strange experiences of a balloonist is that of falling into "a hole in the air," which Mr. Rolker reports as follows: "So you continue sailing, enjoying the present with little thought of the startling surprises that may be before you. Ahead of you, unseen, may be what the balloonist calls a 'hole in the air', resembling the vortex of a maelstrom, and down this you may literally fall at a rate which is terrifying until, by sacrificing two or three bagfuls of sand at once, your pilot checks your downward flight. But those 'holes' are scarce, and, as a rule, the atmosphere is of uniform carrying power."—American Magazine. Half Pay for British Officers. All British officers on the effective list of the army that are elected members of the House of Commons are to be placed on half pay from the date of their election. A man's conscience is his private watchman. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. For children teaching, softens the gums, reduces inflammation always pain, cures wind colic. See a bottle. Blushes may come and blushes may go, but freckles hang on forever. Anyone can dye with PUTNAM FADELESS DYES; no experience required; success guaranteed. Says a woman: "I care not who does the thinking so long as I am permitted to do the talking." Lewis' Single Binder straight 5e cigar is good quality all the time. Your dealer or Lewis' Factory, Peoria, Ill. As a rule, when people say what they mean a lot of explanation is necessary. National Pure Food and Drugs Act. Serial No. 384, assigned by the Government, and Guaranty that the preparations of the Pure Food and Drugs Act requirements of the Pure Food and Drugs Act appear on every package of the Garfield Tea Company's preparations. Ambitious Youthful Violinist. Miss Selma Gustafson, of Delhi, Ont., a youthful violinist, has applied for the leadership of one of the orchestras the Colorado Midland railroad is organizing. 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. Gas Engines on Canal Boats. Canal boats propelled by gas engines supplied from plants on the boats which make the gas from coal, are used in Germany. For slow boats of moderate capacity the system seems efficient and economical. Catarrh Cannot Be Cured WITH LOCAL APPLICATIONS, as they they reach the seat of the disease. Catarrh is a blood or constitutional disease, and in order to cure it you must take internal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken in the form of a spray on the surfaces. Hall's Catarrh Cure is not a quick medicine. It was prescribed by one of the best physicians in the city. It is composed of the best tonics known, combined with the best blood purifiers, acting directly on the mucous surfaces. The perfect combination of the two ingredients is what produces such wonderful results. F. J. CHENEY & Co., Props, Toledo, O. Sold by Drugstores, price 75c. Fine Silver Service for Cruiser. One thousand five hundred ounces of metal will be used in the silver service to be presented to the new armored cruiser Washington by the people of the state after which the ship is named. The service is composed of 53 pieces, and will cost $5,000. The chief piece is the punch bowl, in the shape of a gallot, ornamented with a figure representing Triton, the trumpeter of Neptune. 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. The Highest Bridge. Work is now in progress on a suspension bridge over the famous "Royal gorge" of the Arkansas river, in Colorado, at a point where the channel is only 50 feet wide at the bottom and 230 feet wide at the top. This bridge will span the river 267 feet above the surface of the water, and will be, therefore, by far the highest bridge in the world. The material will be of flat steel and steel cables, the curved girders finding secure attachment in the solid sides of the canyon. The floor of the bridge will be of plate glass one and one-half inches thick, to afford visitors the pleasure of looking down the chasm. On each side will be strong, high steel railings. The bridge is part of an electric railway scheme. TORTURED WITH ECZEMA Tremendous Itching Over Whole Body —Scratched Until Bled—Wonderful Cure by Cuticura. "Last year I suffered with a tremendous itching on my back, which grew worse and worse, until it spread over the whole body, and only my face and hands were free. For four months or so I suffered torments, and I had to scratch, scratch, scratch, until I bled. At night when I went to bed things got worse, and I had at times to get up and scratch my body all over, until I was as sore as could be, and until I suffered excruciating pains. They told me that I was suffering from eczema. Then I made up my mind that I would use the Cuticura Remedies. I used them according to instructions, and very soon indeed I was greatly relieved. I continued until well, and now I am ready to recommend the Cuticura Remedies to any one. Mrs. Mary Metzger, Sweetwater, Okla., June 28, 1905." First Author—"Oh, the unutterable monotony of existence! I am thoroughly disgusted with it all. Would that I might completely disappear for a while!" Second Author—"Then why don't you marry a famous woman?"—Judge. SIGK HEADACHE Positively cured by these Little Pills. They also relieve Dizziness from Dyspepsia, Indigestion and Too Heavy Eating. A perfect remedy for Dizziness, Nausea, Drowsiness, Bad Taste in the Mouth, Coated Tongue, Pain in the Side, TORPID LIVER. They Pretty Veggieable. regulate the Bowels. Purely Vegetable. SMALL PILL. SMALL DOSE. SMALL PRICE. CARTERS LITTLE LIVER PILLS. Genuine Must Bear Fac-Simile Signature Brewwood REFUSE SUBSTITUTES. A Positive CURE FOR CATARRH Ely's Cream Balm is quickly absorbed. Gives Relief at Once. It cleanses, soothes, ELY'S CREAM BALM CATARRH ROSE COLOR RAY-FEVER READ DRINKS SO CTS. TRANS LIP. 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NO MORE STOVE POLISH TROUBLES I ```markdown ``` NEW WHEAT LANDS IN THE CANADIAN WEST 5,000 additional miles of railway this year, largely increased territory to the progressive farmers of Western Canada, the comment of the Dominion continues to give ONE HUNDRED AND FARMS IN WESTERN CANADA THE COUNTRY HAS NO SUPERIOR Coal, wood and water in abundance; churches and schools convenient; markets easy of access; taxes low; climate the best in the northern temperate zone. In order prevail everywhere. For advice and information address the SUPERINTENDENT OF IMMIGRATION, Ottawa, Canada, or any authorized Canadian Government Agent. J. S. CRAWFORD, No. 125 W. Ninth Street, Kansas City, Missouri, or C. J. BROUGHTON, Room 430, Quincy Building, Chicago, Illinois. YOU CANNOT CURE all inflamed, ulcerated and catarrhal conditions of the mucous membrane such as nasal catarrh, uterine catarrh caused by feminine ills, sore throat, sore mouth or inflamed eyes by simply dosing the stomach. 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. Paxine represents the most successful local treatment for feminine ill ever produced. Thousands of women testify to this fact. 50 cents at druggists. Send for Free Trial Box THE R. PAXTON CO., Boston, Mass. READERS of this paper desiring to buy any materials that they think its columns should insist upon having the same text, refusing all substitutes or imitations. PENSION JOHN W. MORRIS Washington, D. G. Successfully Prosecutes Claims. Late Principal Examiner U. S. Pension Bureau. Dainty, Crisp, Dressy Summer Skirts are a delight to the refined woman everywhere. In order to get this result see that the material is good, that it is cut in the latest fashion and use Defiance Starch in the laundry. All three things are important, but the last is absolutely necessary. No matter how fine the material or how daintily made, bad starch and poor laundry work will spoil the effect and ruin the clothes. DEFIANCE STARCH is pure, will not rot the clothes nor cause them to crack. It sells at 10c a sixteen ounce package everywhere. Other starches, much inferior, sell at 10c for twelve ounce package. Insist on getting DEFIANCE STARCH and be sure of results. Defiance Starch Company, Omaha, Nebraska. GRAND LODGE United Brothers of Friendship AND Sisters of the Mysterious Ten OF MISSOURI AND ITS JURISDICTION FIRST QUARTER Office of the Grand Secretary of the Burial and Endowment Department of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. of Missouri, 323 West Johnson street. Postoffice box 42. Sedalla, Mo., Dec. 1, 1906. To the Officers and Members of the Grand Lodge and Grand Temple, Local Lodges and Temples and Juveniles. Greeting: In accordance with Article 5, Section 1, of the Constitution of the Order, I hereby submit the following report for the first quarter: [Name] S. T. PETTIGREW. G. M. Riley Vivian—W. P. Brooks Lodge, 96, Fayette. J. S. Lowthan—Excelsior Lodge, 109, New Franklin. Anderson Moore—Exodus Lodge, 64, Wellsville. Wm. Smith Mackay—Silver Moon Lodge, 160, Keytesville. John Groomer—Sedalia Lodge, 148, Sedalia. Lewis Robard—St. John Lodge, 7, Rocheport. Lee Davis—Golden Eagle Lodge, 125, Osage City. Annie Lewis—Bright Light Temple, 109, Fayette. Rhoda Schrader—Cleopatra Temple, 119, Liberty. Bettie White—Gilbert Temple, 60, Kansas City. Sallie Plater—St. Elizabeth Temple, 3, Hannibal. Sallie Simms—Eureka Temple, 137, St. Louis. Ethel Scott—Olive Branch Juvenile, 76, St. Louis. Mamie Edwards—Queen Sheba Juvenile, 76, St. Louis. Venore Watson—Barak Juvenile, 53, St. Louis. Ernest Bibb—Noble Workers' Juvenile, 89, St. Louis. Warren Taylor—Malta Bend Juvenile, 93, Malta Bend. Lee Davis—Eagle Lodge, 125, Osage City. Sleep on, United Brothers of Friendship, Sisters of the Mysterious Ten. Never in the history of the Grand Lodge has there been a more successful quarter. The lodge paid in during the first quarter $2,045.25. Eighteen deaths were reported from all quarters of the order. The six lodges paying the highest amount for the first quarter were: 1. St. Paul Lodge, No. 3, Hannibal, Mo., $95.20. 2. C. H. Williams Lodge, No. 105, Lexington, Mo., $55.25. 3. A. B. Moore Lodge, No. 122, Jefferson City, Mo., $52.70. 4. Crespus Attucks Lodge, No. 62, Columbus, Mo., $49.30. 5. Elijah Lodge, St. Louis, Mo., $42.50. 6. Peaceful Path Lodge, Kansas City, $42.50. These are the banner lodges and the masters and officers and members work together for the good of each other, and the Grand Lodge in general. The Temples paid in the Grand Rebecca Temple, No. 2, St. Louis, Mo., $61.20. Thus we can see where the brain and sinew of the order is. It is an undeniable fact that there is no order in America doing the amount of good that is being done by the order of U. B. F. and S. M. T. Juvenile lodges paid in this quarter $391.40. The leading Juveniles are: Perfect, Hillsdale, Mo., $10.62. White Rose, New Madrid, Mo., $9.60. Aron Green, Bunceton, Mo., $9.00. Busy Bee, Kansas City, Mo., $8.70. Hugh, Boonville, Mo., $8.10. RECEIPTS. Money received from lodges. $2,045.25 Money received from Templs. 3.262.96 ROOMS FOR RENT Nicely furnished room for rent at 2736 Lawton avenue. Two gentlemen. Call. Nicely furnished front room for rent with bath at 3230 Lawton avenue. DEATH ROLL. Lodge for the first quarter, $3,262.95. Thus the sisters of the S. M. T. are yet leading and they pleasure in holding up the arms of the Grand Master and the Grand Princess. The six Temples paying in the highest amount are: Elizabeth Temple, No. 12, St. Louis, Mo., $104.55. Bright Light Temple, No. 109, Fayette, Mo., $94.70. Mary Magdalene Temple, No. 10, Boonville, Mo., $68.00. Elizabeth Temple, No. 3, Hannibal, Mo., $73.00. Money received from Juven- iles ..... 291.40 Total received from all sources ..... $5,599.61 Paid for board secretary en- dowment ..... 25.00 Paid for 1,000 2-cent stamped envelopes ..... 21.40 Other expenses ..... 11.36 Total ..... $ 57.76 Paid to O. C. Queen, Grand Treasurer ..... $ 5,541.85 Amount brought forward from last year ..... 11,359.68 Amount paid treasurer this quarter ..... 5,541.85 Grand total in treasury ..... $16,901.53 Disbursements. Money paid for burial ..... 775.00 Money paid for endowment ..... 1,554.50 Total endowment and burial ..... $2,—329.50 Disbursements Per General Expense. To Dr. O. T. Fields ..... $35.00 To J. E. McQuitty, supplies ..... 67.50 To board of management meeting ..... 142.26 To W. H. Harrison, salary and board ..... 20.00 To S. T. Pettigrew, official trip, railroad expense ..... 18.00 To J. E. McQuitty, supplies for grand lodge officers ..... 60.25 For fitting up Orphans' home ..... 347.50 Total expenses ..... $3,020.01 Total in treasury ..... $16,901.53 Disbursements ..... 3,020.01 Cash balance in treasury. $13,881.52 Notice. The assessment of 85 cents on each lodge and temple member and 15 cents on each Juvenile is due and payable to this office Dec. 1—not later than 15th—Part III., Art. 2, Sec. 2; also part IV., Art 5, Sec. 1 of constitution. Industrial and Orphans' Home at Hannibal. The Industrial and Orphans' Home of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. of Missouri is now furnished and equipped and ready for those who must depend upon living there. The home is ready to receive donations from Lodges, Temples, Juveniles, Royal Houses and Camps. If any of the above named care to send donations, feel free to do so, anything will be accepted—cabbage, meat, flour, meal, potatoes, apples, bed clothing, dishes, etc. Be sure to pay the freight or express. Mount Leonard 180, Mount Leonard, Mo.; Capitolean 181, Jefferson City, Mo. TEMPLES. Waverly 213, Waverly, Mo.; Eunice 214, Mount Leonard, Mo. JUVENILES. Waverly 97, Waverly, Mo.; Shephers' Delight 98, Mount Leonard; True Blues 99, Blackburn; Merry Workers 100, Pennysville. Yours in L. M. and T., S. T. PETTIGREW, G. M., Huntsville, Mo. C. C. HUBBARD, Secretary Fund Dept., Sedalia, Mo. If you have counts as to business or love affairs, consult the World's Greatest Clairoyant, Leon Devoux. LEE'S LAXATIVE COLD CURE For Coughs and Colds. 25c. S. L. PICKETT. Ant. 2601 Lawtor ave. TEMPLES THE LATEST Furnished rooms for rent at 3938 Finney avenue. Mrs. W. M. West. Miss Hazel Bryant, of 714 Webster Grove, Mo., returned home after a pleasant visit of six weeks with her sister, Mrs. Birch, of Kansas City, Mo. Mr. Daniel B. Smith, who has been attending Dartmouth college in New Hampshire for the past two years, will return to St. Louis to spend the holidays with father and brothers. A member of Rising Sun Council of East St. Louis, A. U. K. and D. of A., had his leg broken last Thursday in St. Louis. Mrs. Josephine Jones, E. Q., is looking after him. The dashing Miss Clara Thompson, who graduated last June, has since been rusticating in Pacific, Mo. She will return soon, and we hear that she intends to go to school. Well, who would have thought—that—it Mrs. Katie Paccard continues very ill, and as soon as she has gained enough strength she will undergo an operation. We trust that the same may be successful and she will return to her home again at the Douglass hotel, 2645 Lawton avenue. Miss Lizzie Nash, the dashing waitress at the Little Diamond, 2713 Laclede avenue, is also a dashing skater. Time will tell. My advice to her is: One thing at a time can only be done. You cannot get religion and skate on Sunday nights. The owl is yet awake. When Negro men happen to make a few dollars off what they call the common Negroes, and then they want to live in a white neighborhood to get away from his people, then the Negroes should give their money to men who are not afraid to live among them. Alfred, the little soh of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Edison, of 4230 San Francisco avenue, is able to return home from the Washington University hospital, where a very successful operation was performed. The little fellow became quite a favorite while, at the hospital and is praised for his bravery. We passed the dear little one on Walnut street last Tuesday. Oh, you should have seen how sweetly she smiled upon us. That same smile won us and in the future we will say all the good things that we can bring to our command. We always thought she loved or had great respect for us. I will call upon her soon and ask that she subscribe for the St. Louis Palladium. We were surprised to hear of the death of Mrs. Pat Smith, 1234 Presston street, Louisville, Ky. Yet such is life. We pass into the great beyond one by one. We deeply sympathize with her husband and her sister, Mrs. Hattie Taylor. May the God of Heaven care for those left here on earth, and when the parting comes here on earth, may they meet their loved ones in the Heaven of Heavens. Some years ago several of our preachers were duped into what was called "The Egyptian Club." The Palladium struck at it and in a few days they were in court and the whole thing was exposed. Another like child has been formed in St. Louis. Just wait, we are heading that way and in a few weeks the Palladium will have head-lines that will cause another concern to wind up their business, like the Freedman's bank; then who will be the loser? Only those who were duped. Mrs. Squemia Davis, president of Chamber Street Church Circle, visited Antioch Circle Sunday, Dec. 16, and presided over the elections of missionary officers, which are as follows: Sisters Mary White, president; Anna Williams, vice president; ;Carrie Bray, secretary; ;Ella Randell, assistant secretary; ;Susan Rogers, treasurer; Adi Jenkins, chaplin; Jennie Williams, chairman of sick committee; Hester Williams, chairman of lookout committee; Francis Hunt, chairman of ways and means committee; Andrew Jackson, sergeant-at-arms; board of commissioners, Rev S. P. Anderson, Rev Lewis and Joseph A. Smith. Western lines, in view of increased cost of operation, including wages, decide upon policy of rigid economy in the coming year. Has begun the making of spring and summer suits. You have your choice at a 460 different colors. First Baptist Church of Kinloch Park, Mo. Church Directory. Sunday school at 10 o'clock a. m. Preaching at 11 a. m. Evening service at 8 p. m. Mission Circle every fourth Sunday at 3 p. m. Church meeting the Saturday before the second Lord's day in each month. Rev. S. A. Lewis pastor. 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. Meets the first Tuesday in each month. Admission fee, $1. Mrs. Ethel buckle, 2623 Papin street, secretary. Kimble, 2739 Lacade, president; Chas. H. Athle, 3527 Scott, avenue, treasurer; Mrs. Katie Johnson, 4262 Sacramento avenue, vice-president; Mr. F. Ar- PICKETT'S NUMBER NINE (NO. 9) For the Bowels and Liver. Safe and speedy purgative. Gives quick relief; does not grple. Relieves biliousness and headache, caused from overeating or drinking. Removes uric acid and phlegmatism from the systemm. Aids digestion. Price 10c. M. Mr. J. H. Kent, the barber, has moved his barber shop from 11 North 14th street, to 1417 Market. A splendid location for a first-class barber shop. Mr Kent is always doing something to improve the business of the Negro of St Louis, and that is the way to do it, by establishing new business enterprises among our people. 12 The Actors' Alliance of Dallas, Tex. gave a banquet in honor of Mr. Myers, president of the alliance of this city. They have done such good work and the Majestic Theater of Dallas. The official staff of the Actor's Alliance of Dallas are: Messrs. George Barrett, president; Rector Patterson, vice president; Sim Vickers, secretary; Frank Johnson, treasurer. Electa Temple No. 31 of S. M. T. meets the second Thursday evening of each month at 3 p. m. at U. B. f. Hall. Grace E. Mulligan, W. P., 1417 Pine street; Lula Lee Chatman, U. P., 1524 Pine street; Evelyn Horten, secretary. [Picture of a man in a suit and bow tie, wearing a bowler hat. The background is a blurred outdoor scene with trees and a building.] Young Men's Social, Musical and Literary Club, Geo. Vashon, Vice-Pres. Wm. H. Fields, Secy Ed. Carlton, Asst' Secy. Hainesworth Sisters HAIR GROWERS. Special Attention Given to Cleaning the Scalp and Shampooing the Hair. 2131 MARKET ST. (Up Stairs) Does you hair split and break off? Nelson's Hair Dressing is the best remedy. A. B. For Newly Furnished Rooms with all Coveniences. 705, 707, 709 North 14th Street. Branches: 1428% Linden Street and 1710 Lucas ave. Residence: 2116 Chestnut Street. H. C. CURTIS, Proprietor. MONROE MOTLEY, Manager. ALPHONSE GARDNER, Clerk. WILLIE KING, Night Clerk. Phone: Bell Olive 1294. PETER H. HARRIS Suits Made to Order. CLEANING, Dyeing, Pressing and Repairing FOR LADIES AND GENTS. If you want to buy a Fullman Suit, Call on me! If you want to sell a Pullman Suit, Call on me also. RIVERS, the Tailor, 3 South Twentieth St. . ST. LOUIS MISSOURI. ```markdown ``` 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. Call or Write. 2613 N. LEFFINGWELL AVE. J. Merriwether The Main BARBER SHOP 105 N. 15th St. For General Satisfaction. Shaving, 10c. Hair Cut, 2¹c. Mustache Dyed, 25c. Children's Hair Cutting, 15c All Shines, 5c. MRS. J. W. WOOD of 4003 Fairfax Ave. IS IN THE Hair Dressing Business PURE HAIR BRAIDS MADE TO ORDER. FIRST-CLASS SERVICE. FOR SALE—3014 Luiú Avenue, near Greer Avenue. Patronize The Merchants That Advertise In This Paper. Bishop Seymour Very Low. Springfield, Ill., Nov. 28—The condition of Bishop Seymour is very critical. ```markdown ``` 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. We will soon present several pictures in the Palladium of a number of the worst Negroes in St. Louis. Some of them are lawyers, doctors and preachers. Watch for we will pay 25 cents to any one that will guess who we will present. PROF. ANTHEN JOHNSON HAS TAKEN CHARGE OF THE Abyssinia Dancing School. We will endeavor to keep the best of order. LESSONS TO-NIGHT. When persons are arriving or leaving, please do not be bystanders, as it is against the city rules. ABYSSINIA HALL, 18 S. 10th Street. MADAME IRVING MILLINERY, Manicuring, Hair Dressing, Scalp Massage. Guarantee to Grow Hair on Thin or Buld Spots. BRAIDS, WIGS AND POMPADOURS MADE OF COMBINGS OR CUT HAIR. GOOD PRICE PAID FOR COMBINGS. TRUE REFORMERS BUILDING, 2600 Pine Street, St. Louis. Mo. FORD'S HAIR POMADE Formerly known as "OZONIZED OX MARROW" SO STRAIGHTENS KINKY or CURLY HAIR that it can be put up in any style desired consistent with its length length. "And"s Hair Pomade was formerly known as "OZONIZED OX MARROW," and is the only safe preparation known to us that it is made of the same material, and it is shown above. Its use makes the most sturmless, harsh, kinky or curly hair soft, pimpy, and so much as it can be obtained from one treatment: it may be obtained from one treatment: it is 4 bottles are usually sufficient for a year. The OX MARROW is removed and prevents danzeers fromونglory, invigorates the scalp, and makes it grow and, by nourishing the roots, gives it little and good, being elegantly fennelled and has lessy. "But"s the same process for ladies, repletmen and children, the MARROW? has been made and sold continueally since about 1888, and label: "OZONIZED OX MARROW," and is the name of the most common States Patent Office, in 1874. In all that long past, the name of some has never been a bottle of sturred from the same. The same has, and the same, been sold, for FORD'S HAIR POMADE remains the same as effective, no matter how long you keep it. Be the same as the same. "But"s the SIGHT SOFT, and makes the before and after the "OZONIZED OX MARROW"s hair Pomade. "That, Ford's Hair Pomade" (OZONIZED OX MARROW) is put up only in 50 ct. size, and the name of the name of the same is "OZONIZED OX MARROW." But, in the same way, the genuine has the signature, Charles Ford. Pre-told on each package. Refuse all others. Full distribution of the same. "But"s the same for the same. The Gold Sold by drugists and dealers. If your drugist or dealer can not supply you, he can be made to the same. The same is made to the same, and the same is for three bottles of one or six. The express charges to all points are, for the express charges to all points, a.p. postage. When orderment is presented, express money orders are the same. The paper. Write your name and address plainly to The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. (None genuine without my signature) Charles Ford Press 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. Agents wanted everywhere. M. B. H. HENRY BROWN, Neatly Furnished Rooms 703 and 711 NORTH 14th. Street. Branches 1433 and 1519 Lucas Avenue. ST LOUIS, MO HENRY BROWN. DELIA BROWN. Provinceterrera THE MAGIC SHAMPOO HAIR DRIER After a bath or shampoo the hair can be Dried and, if required, with the Shampoo Drier, wash on device that will straighten curly hair without jy to the hair or apply, dried natural appearance. The Shampoo Drier can be used with attic cement containing a skim of balm in comb. By mail, price $1.00. Agent is wanted. MACIC SHAMPOO DRER MFC. CO. 48 Century Bldg. Minneapolis, Minn. Mrs. Julia A. Gibbs, 2607B Short Market street, is general agent for the Hair Drier in this city.