Wisconsin Weekly Blade

The Wisconsin Weekly Blade VOL. II THE NUMBER JOHN SAW' By Jos. L. Bouler. A few weeks ago, Dr. S. W. Bacote, one of the foremost ministers of this country, was reelected to succeed himself for the twenty second time. Dr. Bacote enjoys the distinction of having built the largest church in the West, and he has freed it from debt. This magnificent, temple is at Kansas City. But hat is not the point. Through years of sacrifice and infinite toil, he has built a monument for the race; he nurtured it with the passion of his soul and the intrinsic labor of his hands. He had seen his visions crystallize into rare realities. Success came tumultously and meteor-like. His hair is greying now, and is growing thin; grotesque lines are deepening in his face. His nerves are unsteady, for he is old now. Twenty two years ago with all the impetuous fires of youth, with the eternal restlessness of it, and with a wonderful vision, he came to a little basement. Now with the implacable hatred of sin and in the rich experience of age, he stands, like Savonarola hurling his invectives against sin. A membership of nearly three thousand, and the genuine respect of his entire city are his heritages sweet; and after a reflective pause, sad, because of his tremendous struggles. Malignant opposition arose in his church, as it always will, and like a trenchant flash of lightning, it threatened to crush him. His enemies were powerful and respected, but their hostility was not apposite nor was it rooted in justice nor reason. The inevitable crash came when a church meeting, the largest in his church's history, convened. The real motive was sordid and unchristian. Men and women wept. It looked as bad as it did for Luther at Worms, but the Christian life of Dr. Bacote loomed large even in the eyes of his enemies who were overwhelmed. When the vote was being taken, an old member feebly yelled: "That's the number John saw." It was. Officers were unable to count them. The good old doctor's vindication was complete. More men of his type are needed, for it is upon those that the mantel of the Christ of God rests. MR. AND MRS. J. A. ADKINS and family Bessmer. Ala.. In Madison. . . The reception tendered the Adkins upon their arrival from Ala was one, well deserved and fitting. They were met at the station by friend and a genuine hospitality was shown them. They found things congenial to their desire their home furnished awaiting their arrival J. A. Jr was employed the next after arriving at a $2.50 per day and the father has the refusal of more than 4 jobs at a handsome salary. They are sending through the columns of the Blalde these truth of encouragement to their Ala friends. A real live Newspaper has much to do with the making of a town. Citizens should appreciate this fact and encourage the enterprise in every possible way. Of course, you are going to find things in the paper that do not meet your approval, but remember that same article pleases the other ninety and nine. That our efforts are appreciated is evidenced by the circulation department, where figures stand to prove our assertion. The Blade is Wisconsin's largest and greatest Weekly. SMOKE ONE OF THE FOLLOW- IN BRANDS MADISON CIGARS. JULIUS CAESAR, EL CRISPO, LA. FLOR, DE CUBA, SIGNO, ART, GINGER, ROYAL HONOR. A NATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPINION AND CIRCULATION MILWAUKEE -- MADISON -- BELOIT Kentucky LEXINGTON, KY. Mr. Adam Kelly, one of Lexington influential young men will handle The Blade. Dr. Mary Britton, the only colored lady Physician in Lexington, amidst her pressing engagements, sacrifices a portion of her time for the advancement of good causes. She is Clerk of the Church, President of the Woman's Improvement Club and Sec'y, of the Colored Orphan Home Board. Get a copy of the Blade at the Peoples Drug Store, 118 N. Broadway or Dr. Craigs on Deweese St. Mr. Dr. Gilmore and wife, of Fort Mr. Gilmore and wife, of Port Springs, were in the city Saturday. Mrs. Lydia Mack has a very artistic alter on which there is a cussion pad. Like "Daniel" one may kneel. Mrs. Mack uses the alter three times a day for prayer. If the sale of The Blade continues as last week, we can use ten boys to sell them this summer. Mr. Robt. McClarkey left last week for the training camps. Wife is still running the Shop on Broadway. Hon. Roscoe Simpson in company with Mr. Pat McCan, motored from Paris to Lexington last week. Quite a number of boys passed through Lexington last week on their way to Alabama. Rev. G. F. David, son and daughter-in-law, left for Oberlin to attend Commencement exercises. Mrs. Charity Smith, of Prince-town, was in the city Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson Bagby, formerly of Greenborough, Ala., are here running a restaurant. They have a splendid business. Mrs. Nellie Thompson and Mr. William Phoenix were married on the 14th. Rev. D. A. Walker officiated. Mrs. Lizzie White and Mrs. Douglass went to Midway Sunday. Louis Red Guy, of Midway, visited Marcus Douglas Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Barnett, of Frankport, visited Rev. and Mrs. Davis of North Upper St. Rev. Keitts, pastor of the Adventist Church, reports an unusual large attendance at Church Sunday night. Rogers Bros., gives satisfaction when it comes to blacksmithing. They have been in business 10 years. Horseshoeing is their specialty. Mr. Andy Brown, who was kicked by a horse at the Chenault stable, is some better. Mrs. Rebecca Lewis is reported some better. She was operated on recently. Mr. Jerome Washington left for Springfield Sunday. Mrs. Martha Howard is reported some better. The Odd Fellows will have their Annual Picnic at Millersburgh, July 20th. It is commendable to note that the costumes worn by the young ladies at the class exercises of the graduates of the Russell High School were made by themselves. Jnike Yates has opened a Barber Shop where he will be pleased to see his old friends. Miss Jessie Gatewood left for Leesburgh Saturday. Mrs. Liza Broadus went to Madison Saturday. HEDGES, KY., NEWS The U. B. F. Lodge sermon was largely attended yesterday. Several from Winchester and Winetown were there. Rev. Hughes, of Winchester, made a fine talk on "How Blessed it is for Brothers to Dwell in Unity". Mr. Charley Baker and daughter, Miss Fannie L., were in Winchester shopping Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Florence Jones has returned from her fathers in Bath Co. where she was called to the bedside of her mother. Miss Ethel Bush, Sallie Owens and Mr. Oscar Thomas are at home for vacation from K. N. I. I. of Frankfort, Ky. Mrs. Lucretia Keene and Mrs. Kittie Lee continue to improve to the delight of many friends anxious for speedy recovery. Mr. Epheron Estell received a very severe wound in stepping on broken glass. He was attended by Dr. J. H. Tyler, of Winchester, Ky. Having plenty of rain now-a-days, which makes farmers busy in mind. Mr. Marshall Britton, of Beek- marr. Mr. Marshall Britton, of Beek- nerville, continues very ill to the regret of many. Mr. Dillard Hampton's little son and daughter were in Win- chester Saturday, shopping. Messrs. Gordon and Paul Wills, and Mr. Richard Watkins were in Winchester Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. James Robinson and little daughter, Elizabeth, were the honored guests of Mrs. Florence Jones, Sunday. Mrs. Elizabeth Cooper and daughter, Mrs. Ella B. Hampton, are spending the day today with her daughter, Mrs. Florence Jones. CALVARY BAPTIST CHUR- Milwaukee, Wis. A SUCCESSFUL PLATFO MEETING. VARIOUS PASTORS PRES- BRINGING HANDSOME DO- TIONS TO AID ON THE CHURCH DEBT. On last Sunday a special ring was held and the follow Pastors delivered addresses, dering donations: Rev. J. E. Knechtel spoke of warm relation toward colored ple in general, contributed $1. Rev. W. T. Paullin spoke of association with some of the co-pastors in his Ministry. Rev. R. A. Aslworth spoke of readiness at any time to assist he was needed. Rev. Wm. T. Dorworth to his biography. REV. A. W. DAVIS North, Middleton, Ky. Rev. H. B. Mehster, pastor of the 1st Baptist Church is improving nicely. Mrs. Gus Hutchinson Neice, of Cleveland, Ohio, is here visiting. Mr. D. S. Miller is much better this week. Miss Louise Miller, of Toledo, Ohio, is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Miller. Misses Renicks entertained in honor of Miss Neilie Martin, Hanson St., who left for an extended visit to Detroit. There were about 24 present. After a number of games Strawberry ice and cake were served. Miss Ayres, of Cincinnati, is the pleasant guest of her cousin, Mrs. Jess Howe of Sileston Ave. Miss Lizzie Simon, of Cynthiana, Ky., was the guest of her sister last week, Mrs. Logan Ayers. Miss Sida Duncan, of Ownsville, Ky., was the guest of Misses Parkers of Thomas Ave. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Turner, of Thomas Ave., left Saturday for New York, New Jersey, and Helena, Mont., for a stay for the benefit of Mr. Turner's health. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH Milwaukee, Wis. A SUCCESSFUL PLATFORM MEETING. VARIOUS PASTORS PRESENT BRINGING HANDSOME DONATIONS TO AID ON THE CHURCH DEBT. On last Sunday a special meeting was held and the following Pastors delivered addresses, tendering donations: Rev. J. E. Knechtel spoke of his warm relation toward colored people in general, contributed $15.00. Rev. W. T. Paullin spoke of his association with some of the colored pastors in his Ministry. Rev. R. A. Aslworth spoke of his readiness at any time to assist when he was needed. Rev. Wm. T. Dorworth told of his warm relation as a Minister to the colored people and said after all we have one aim. Rev. E. R. Hanser spoke on his association with the colored Brethren in Illinois, and he wondered how the colored people accepted the White Ministers preaching as being true, when he felt that they close many doors of opportunities against their people, he also said, we should be more earnest at heart. God wants us to love all humanity and we can not love in words but in deeds and truth. I bring to you $25.00 from my church and promised to raise more money by next Sunday to aid the work in Milwaukee. Expressing his sympathy for the struggling Church and its pastor. Rev. P. J. Mackinney brought his choir. Rev. Mackinney said in his remarks: "We are striving for one great end and that is to gain the victory of Christ. The Master of Ceremonies, F. A. Haywood, fielled his place with dignity and said in part "That he was glad to come to Calvary Baptist Church at any time he might be called upon to serve in the worthy cause, whose indebtedness is $4550. Donators—Rev. R. A. Ashworth $15.00; Rev. J. E. Knechtel, $15; Rev. P. J. MacKinney, $10.00; Rev. O. E. Hauser, $25.00; Friends, $56.37, for which we are thankful. RALLY! RALLY! Every member, friend and well- wisher of Calvary are expected to assist the pastor and officers in their effort to raise funds to help liquidate the church indebtedness. Special Music. THE CRISIS MAGAZINE Historic Illustrations and Timely Stories Featured In Max Number The May Crisis is a notable and interesting number. It contains the concluding part of Jessie Fauset's striking novellette, "There Was One Time," and an article on a southern colored farmer, Taylor Henson, written by a southern white man, "The Looking Glass" has some interesting comments of the war from the point of view of colored people and a largely unknown story of the colored sallors on the Merrimac. Among the pictures is a page picture of the French African troops after the battle of Douaumont and also pictures of the new Douglass square, Boston, and the Agassiz school, Cambridge, of which Miss Maria L. Baldwin, a colored woman, is head. In "The Men of the Month" section are featured the late Drs. M. W. Gilbert and A. S. Gray, Mr. Battey, the photographer; Miss Knox, a school teacher; two constructing architects connected with the United States treasury and Dr. Waring, the new head of the Howard Orphan asylum. "The Horizon" has a picture of Blanche Deas and of several recent high school graduates, together with an unusual amount of news. Perhaps the most striking thing in the whole magazine is a new poem by Mrs. Johnson, "To the Mantled," which, picturing the future freedom of the Negro, ends with these lines: Like joyful exiles, swift returning home. The rhythmic chanson of their eager While voices, strange to ecstasy, long dumb, Break forth in major cadences, full sweet. Into the very star shine, lo, they come, Wearing the bays of victory complete! STANDARD LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY CONTRIBUTES ITS SHARE TO NATIONAL DEFENSE. Issued for Publication) The country wide publicity given to the patriotic activities of our different corporate interests does not intentionally neglect to mention Negro financial and industrial institutions. They are not mentioned in the Daily Press for the very simple reason that the average white editor and reporter has not yet been made to realize the existence of bona-fide negro organizations of more than casual size and wealth. Practically every Negro bank, trust company, and investment company has gone the way of all true American institutions in the early subscription for Liberty Bonds. Negro churches and schools all over the country have advised the purchase of these, in many instances, the first Negro investment in negotiable securities. Needless to say the many insurance companies have advisedly assumed their proportions of this duty in precisely the same spirit as have all other loyal concerns. The Standard Life Insurance Company, of Atlanta, Georgia, has authorized the purchase of $1000 worth of these bonds by their Treasury, and are facilitating installment purchases on the individual accounts of employees. Their 190 agents in nine different states have been directed to advise and instruct their policyholders and prospects as to the best methods of increasing the quality and variety of farm and garden products. Little imagination is required to realize the far-reaching effect of this missionary work in the most prolific agricultural territory in America and among a people not usually reached by the usual propaganda of this character. The Company has encouraged both office and field force to cultivate their own premises and as a result some of the finest gardens in the South are replacing bitherto neglected spaces. Their crowning achievement, however, lies in their contribution of manpower to the service of the Nation. Several of their agents are now in uniform with volunteer regiments while members of the Home Office force, Chas, A. Shaw, I. S. Blocker, and Carter N. Brown have qualified for the Officers' Reserve Corps. A colored corps of clerks under Mr. W. J. Shaw of the Standard Life Auditing Office registered 1,860 colored citizens on June 5th. This corps numbered thirty persons recruited from Negro enterprises, banks, insurance companies, etc., located in the Odd Fellows Building, the Standard Life alone furnishing fourteen clerks. MayorCandler personally visited the registration place FOURTH Milwaukee Please GRAND BOAT FR MILWAUKEE, WIS. Stopping at Rac Music on Board by Br It will be worth while to take th FOURTH of JULY Milwaukee Pleasure Promoters' GRAND BOAT EXCURSION FROM Music on Board by Brass Band—Refreshments It will be worth while to take the trip on STEAMER KANSAS A Ball Game in the Afternoon and A limited number of tickets will Boat leaves 2:9 East Water St., ing Chicago 10 P. M. of July o the Windy City. Chaperones will be in charge of Tickets on Sale at any of the BUY YOUR TICKET HAR H. B A Ball Game in the Afternoon and many other Sports. A limited number of tickets will be sold. Boat leaves 289 East Water St., July 3rd, 8 P. M. returing leaving Chicago 10 P. M. of July 4th, giving you a whole day in the Windy City. Chaperones will be in charge of the young people. and complimented it as the best organized and most completely successful unit in the City of Atlanta. This booth registered 1, 853 Negroes and 7 white persons, all of which constitutes a record of remarkable contributions for one Negro corporation. A SELF MADE MAN. Marcus D. Shephard, Milwaukee, Wis. Prominent Odd Fellow and Churchman. It is with pardonable pride that we present to our thousands of readers a short sketch and likeness of a man, who has made his way through the world single handed and today can boast of this worlds goods. He was born in Durant, Miss. His mother died when he was 5 years o fage. Although he ha dittle or no school advantages he learned to speak German, Polish, Spanish Surbian and several other languages, he is known as a big Dutchman Mr. Shephard is a Stationary Engineer by trade and has mastered the profession. He has traveled extensively, visiting nearly every State in the Union. He was among the first to get license in the city, more men like him are in demand in Milwaukee. Mr. Shephard, will in the near future send to "The Blade" an article on "Steam and its Power" watch for the "big smoke." BUY A CAMERA. HAVE YOUR WORK DONE BY THE PHOTO ART HOUSE, 212 STATE ST. BUY MADISON MADE CIGARS ED. TIFFIN LA POSA ZODIAC - CUBAN TIPS ROYAL HONOR. GINGER BY JINGO. Up-To-Date Tailor Shop. Cleaning, Altering, Pressing and Repairing. Suits Made to Order. Goods Called For and Delivered. Be convinced by trying me REV. SIDNEY WOODARD, 249 N. Limestone St., Lexington, Ky. 1 of JULY Tasure Promoters' LT EXCURSION FROM ., to CHICAGO, ILL. ine and Kenosha Brass Band—Refreshments the trip on and many other Sports. will be sold. July 3rd, 8 P. M. retiring leav- 4th, giving you a whole day in of the young people. business places. ETS IN ADVANCE BERRY BALLARD, Secy. B. KINER, Mgr. NO.2 A National Journal of Opinion and Circulation. Entered as second-class matter June 8, 1916, at the post office at Madison, Wis., under the Act of March 3, 1879. J. ANTHONY JOSEY, Editor and Manager. GEO. H. DE REEF. Contributing Editor. MILWAUKEE BRANCH H. B. Kinner. A. W. KNIGHT, L. J. OUSLEY, Staff Correspondents. D. F. WHITAKER, Traveling Representative. SUBSCRIPTION: One year ..... $1.50 Six months ..... 1.00 Three months ..... .50 NOTICE. The D. G. L. is not responsible for any financial obligation of The Blade. Address all communications to THE WISCONSIN WEEKLY BLADE, 312 N. Henry St. Money sent by express money order, or registered letter at our own risk, otherwise at risk of the sender. AN OLD FASHIONED SOUL Not her's the New Time's lofty lot To questions big replying; She only knows to keep the cot And soothe the children's crying. Not her's to stand in temples bright, And strife for strife returning; She only knows the lamps to light And keep the home fires burning. Not her's to move with iron will In paths of strange endeavor; She only knows that home is still The sweetest name forever! There are her joys and there her tears. A life so sweetly human The world shall whisper through the years, "God bless that little woman!" —Atlanta Constitution BLADELETS "Little flakes make de deepes' snow." Be a man, a monkey or a long-tailed rat. "The human race has elimited to its present heights on protests. Now that you have registered for the draft, why not register to vote. No woman can hope to survive the reputations upon which some men thrive. To buy men at their true worth and sell them at their own appraisement is to rival the Standard Oil Company. How can we complain against a double standard of morality for white and black when we employ it for man and woman? Did it never occur to you that the merchant who places an advertisement in your paper will welcome your trade? Courage is oftimes a matter of environment. We have seen many a six foot giant quail before a little wisp of a woman weighing less than ninety pounds. We have been tryin to devise something that will give the average group of women more pleasure than a discussion of the latest scandal. It can't be done! BEST OF BARGAINS IN MEN AND BOYS' SHOES AT TIEDMAN'S. 516 E. WILSON ST. REMEMBER. We are incorporating into our own editorial columns the following from The Georgia Baptist of May 17th 1917, for the reason that it expresses our thoughts and does so far better than we might hope to do. We trust that it will be seen and read, as it deserves to be, and with beneficial results: To The Colored Brother Going North. Remember that you represent a race that is on trial and who will go up or down, in the estimation of mankind, as you succeed or fail. Remember that your failure, in your new field, is already being predicted by Southern white people and by a certain type of Southern Negro leaders. Remember that if you make good in the industrial and agricultural field, if you make good as servants or in whatever you may apply yourselves—that you will win a permanent place for yourselves and for your race in the labor markets of the North. Remember that this is the first real industrial opportunity offered you in the North since freedom and that you are going to be watched and your efficiency measured was never true in the South and as was never true of the foreigners whose places you are largely taking. Remember that unless you are the very best exponents of law and order and show it in your daily lives that prejudice against the race will be engendered and you will find yourselves hedged about by the proscriptive and repressive laws and conditions, which you have suffered in the South, and which you hoped to escape in the North. Remember that liberty does not mean license and that the conservative man is appreciated North as well as South. Remember that money has got to be earned, that nobody ever gets something for nothing and the man who sticks on the job and who delivers the goods is the man who always has a job. Remember that there are six working days in a week and not five nor four nor three and the employer of labor wants men who are going to work the full week. Remember that honesty, reliability and industry are cardinal virtues, the possession of which, will surely bring success. Remember that your brothers in the South are praying for you and for your success and that unless you make good, you will not only greatly disappoint them, but you will make much harder and more difficult, the struggles which they are making to raise the status of the race everywhere. And finally remember that God is over all, that "He watches over Israel and slumbers not not sleeps." Put your hand in His and strive ever to merit His Divine favor. LIEUTENANT - COLONEL YOUNG. Just as we are congratulating ourselves that we will enter this war with at least one officer of high rank, word reaches us that our own Lieutenant - Colonel Charles Young, the only Army Officer of color, a graduate of West Point, has been sent to the hospital "for observation." He is "thought" to be suffering with heart affection. This is indeed most unfortunate and very inopportune at this time. If the "thought" should prove a reality, Col. Young will be retired and with his retirement will go a glimmering all our hopes for one Brigadier General We have recently witnessed so many peculiar stunts pulled off where we were concerned, that we may be pardoned if we entertain a suspicion that this is but another subterfuge to hold our military asperations in check. If Col. Young is really affected with heart trouble, it is passing strange that the same was not discovered until now—now when the prospects are most auspicious for his promotion to the command of one of the brigades of colored men that will necessarily be formed under the selective draft. If he is not asking to be retired, why the solicitude for him at this time when officers are so badly needed. It may be that we are unduly moved in the matter; we trust that we are. But if our fears are confirmed and he is retired, we shall pursue a policy of "watchful waiting." The Blade is operating an employment agency; all kinds of work furnished. SCISSORED THOUGHTS. Milwaukee Leader (R. A. Dague)—Will any of those men who burned persons and murdered the deaf and dumb negro be punished by the courts? Will they be denounced by the Democratic press and clergy? Oh, no, not seriously. They never have been in the past for like offenses. I have no doubt the great majority of that mob are both very religious and very loyal. They go to church regularly and vote the Democratic ticket without a scratch, and they hate Socialists and do not have any consuming love for the "damned Yankees." But now let me say, I have no in feeling toward those white Democrats of the south. They are the victims of a government and religion which, for two or three centuries, enslaved the African and whose courts decided that a "negro had no rights that a white man was bound to respect." For generations negroes were bought and sold like animals; their testimony against white people was not permitted in the courts; negro girls and women were outraged by white men and the poor victims had no redress. Ida Crouch Hazlett, who recently spent some time in the southern states, studying the political and industrial conditions, in a published article said in part: "In a hundred years they have never attempted to enforce law in the south; but have abandoned that benighted section to the powers of illiteracy, rape and murder. Rape is no less rape because it is perpetrated upon black women; and the practice is universal, by the 'chivalrous' gentlemen of the south, who are sadly in need of the cloak of chivalry to cover their dark deeds—and darker progeny." Milwaukee Free Press — The Milwaukee Journal on Wednesday printed a Memorial day cartoon entitled "A Memory and a Dedication." In the center a veteran of '61 was displayed in the act of handling over the American flag to a volunteer of 1917. In the upper left hand corner one beheld a negro suspended by his wrists while a conventionalized Simon Legree lashed him with a whip of thongs. This picture was labelled "The Slavery which caused the war of '61." In the other corner a woman with arms upraised in supplication was shown kneeling beside the dead body of a maiden and within the shadow of a ruined home. The word, Belgium, fixed the scene and, in the background, German soldiers were marching—the evident authors of the crime. This picture was labelled: "The worse than slavery which challenges us to arms today," though in reality it was a challenge to justice and to reason. At the very time that it was published black citizens under the constitution, and living under the guarantees of state and federal laws, were being hounded from their homes, shot in the public streets and dispossessed of their personal and property rights as if they were so much cattle. These crimes were not committed in Russia under a czar but in free America under a republican form of government. They were committed against a background of lynch law, of men and women burned at stakes and torn to bits by frenzied mobs, with a devilry that no Simon Legrée of fiction dared to equal. And for what? Because one negro stole a horse; because another refused to hitch his mother to a plow; because another killed a white man who took liberties with the black's sister—because of these reasons, and only in a minority of cases for the crime which the white shares equally with the black, were these human beings led to the medieval stake and their cries of anguish drowned amid the jeers and cheers of the white brutes who tortured them. The man who drew the Journal's cartoon did well to overlook this fearful truth. An American negro writhing on his funeral pyre in 1917 would not have been a pretty exemplification of the cause of '61. With this "worse than slavery" on American soil today—as slavery that defies not only the constitution but the most primal of human rights—it might have appeared somewhat far-fetched to talk to the "challenge" of Belgium who is largely responsible for the unfortunate military possession that has become her lot. THEGASRANGE IT IS CLEAN--for there are no ashes, no coal, wood or kindling, no soot, no smoke. The range itself is neat and clean and easily kept so. It does away with cause for worry both in keeping fires hot and in results of cooking. IT IS CONVENIENT for all heat wanted and is ready at the turn of the valve. The prices of the ranges are from $16 up. We have just the right size for your kitchen. IRONING MADE EASY WITH AN ELECTRIC IRON WHY? Why, simply because the Electric Iron cuts the work in two. Your iron is always hot. There is no waiting, no waste of energy, no dread of injuring fine clothes. It saves labor and clothes and gives you more time for other things. We are willing that you should see what the Electric Flat-Iron will do. We do not urge you to accept our word for it. Try it, if you will, in your home. A phone call will bring one. You decide if you wish to keeep it. 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For Sale Cheap Second Hand Overcoats Suits, Shoes, Hats, Ladies' Coats and Shoes also Rings, Watches and Suit Cases I buy anything you dont want JOE'S STORE ELVER HOUSE BASEMENT Opposite C. & N. W. Depot JNO. W. HILL Staple and Fancy Groceries Delivery to all partss of city 649 E. DAYTON ST. Phone 7975 Madison, Wis. The Oldest Trust Company in the State of Wisconsin The SavingsLoan&Trust Company Steensland Building, Madison, Wis Capital and Surplus, $300,000 Pays 4 per cent. for Your Money. Debentures, Certificates, Savings, Trusts Make your Deposits by Mail Money to Loan on Real Estate Security OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS E. B. Steenland, Pres. and Treas. W. A. P. Morris, Vice-Pres. J. G. O. Zehner, Vice-Pres. E. F. Riley, Sec'y and Trust Officer. I. M. Kittleson, Assistant Sec'y. W. D. Curtis Stanford P. S.arks A. E. Proffadt A. F. Menges S. T. Swansen Herman Pfund YOU WILL FIND REAL BAR- GAINS IN SKRING GOODS AT COHN'S GENERAL STORE, 754 W. WASHINGTON AVE. Wisconsin Mrs. A. N. Jackson, is in the city visiting her mother-in-law, Mrs. Mary E. Hines 312 N. Henry St. Mrs. J. G. Thurman returned home after a weeks visit with Mrs. Phoebe Lawrence. Miss Elsie Wallker, was on the sick list for a few days this week. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Roberts and Mrs. H. Ormes, spent Sunday in Baraboo visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Ed. Bright of Amerieus, Ga., is in the city. He is contemplating on making this his home. He was formerly a member of Big Bethel Baptist church, Rev. L. J. Chisolm, Pastor. Prof. E. Champ Warrifl has returned to Madison to enter the University summer school. He has been in New Orleans teaching all winter. Mr. Colvin Smith is up from Janesville where he has been attending school. Mrs. Sadie spent a few days in the city this week. Miss Ruby Thorton of Atichisen, Kansas, writes that she will be in Madison Friday to attend University summer school. Rockford, Ill. Mrs. John Robinson returned from a weeks' visit in Chicago. Mrs. B. F. Robinson entertained the Nonparil Club. Many uplifting topics were discussed. The installation of officers was held at the home of Mrs. A. Ross, of the L. S. Club, June 11th. A duet was sung by the Misses Hazel De Priest and Ethel Blake. Mrs. Ella Harris visited Freeport over Sunday. Lookout, The Bridal Wreaths are blooming, the Wedding Bells will soon be ringing. Mr. John Hackler visited Beloit on business. Children's Day was observed at the A. M. E. Church, a good progra wmas rendered. Mr. and Mrs. William Upshaw visited Chicago a few days. Mrs. Ed. Robinson was operated on for apendicitis June 11. She is doing fine. Oshkosh, Wis. Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Mathews and Mrs. J. W. Wright motored from Fond du Lac to Oshkosh last Thursday. Mrs. Earl Clendenon and Mrs. J. W. Smith were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Morris last week, near Fond du Lac. Mr. and Mrs. Morris are the parents of Mrs. Clendenon. Mrs. Ida Ray will leave Oshkosh soon to visit relatives and friends in Chicago. Messers. H. Smith and F. L. Hunter are spending a few days in Chicago with their families. Mr. Eli Rice received the usual welcome and a large number of applauses when he sang at the U. C. T. Convention here the 7-8th, and 9th of this month. Mr. Herbert Mitchell and Mr Joe Parker have succeeded in securing a desirable hall for our Odd Fellow Lodge that is to be set up here soon. Mrs. Eli Rice is expecting two of her sisters here to spend the summer. They reside in Lawrence, Kansas. Mrs. Norman Person, of Chicago, and Miss Lillian Young, of Goodland, Ind., will visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. William Smiths' in this city in July. 4% CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT Central Wisconsin Trust Company Madison, Wisconsin Fred M. Brown, Treasurer. L. Barnes, 2nd Vive-Pres. L. M. Hanks, President. Magnus Swenson, 1st Vive-Pres. B. J. alligan, Secretary. T. R. Hefty, Ass't Secretary. E. C. Dodge, C. R. Van Hise, H. L. Russel, A. L. Sanborn, P. B. Knox, A. O. Fox, H. P. Jamieson, Thomas Hefty, Joseph M. Boyd, T. C. McCarthy, E. Ray Stevens, H. S. Johnson, W. F. Pierstoff, A. E. Proudfit. Come in and Look Over Our Bargains. 50c Muslin Drawers 25c $1.00 Children's DRESSES 49c 50c Union SUITS 25c $1.00 CORSETS 49c New SMOCKS $1.98 All colors $6.00 Silk SKIRTS $3.98 $5.00 Georgette WAISTS $2.98 $2.00 Crepe KIMONAS 98c H. F. TIEDEMANN Boots and Shoes 516 East Wilson Street Telephone 850 Near New N. W. Depot Come in and Look O HILL'S A Shop for Ladies THE FASHION WEEKLY New Wash SKIRTS 98c to $3.98 $15.00 SILK POPLIN SUITS $5.98 50c Muslin Drawers 25c $1.00 Children's DRESSES 49c New SMOCKS $1.98 All colors $6.00 Silk SKIRTS $3.98 Hair Grows Long, Soft, Silky Gentlemen: I am sending you my picture to 14 you to send me the EXELENTO POMADE has done for my hair. It has grown 14 inches long and is very thick, soft and silky and I can see for my hair trays. I will use the hair grower in the world. LAUCA BANS. Don't be fooled all your life by using some take preparation, which claims to straighten kinky hair. You are just fooling yourself by using it. Kinky hair cannot be made straight. You must have hair first. Now this EXELENTO QUININE POMADE is a Hair Grower which feeds the scalp and roots of the hair and makes kinky nappy hair grow long, soft and silky. It cleans dandruff and crops Fellar Hair at once. Price 25c by mail on receipt of stamps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write for Particulars EXELENTO MEDICINE CO. ATLANTA, GA. COPYRIGHT BUY MADISON MADE CIGARS ED. TIFFIN LA POSA ZODIAC - CUBAN TIPS ROYAL HONOR. GINGER BY JINGO. Anything you don't want Joe will buy it. WANTED—Live energetic agents to represent the Blade. Liberal terms. Write the Blade Publishing Co., Madison, Wis. --- It Stimulates the Appetite It Builds Up Your System We Deliver To Any Part of the City HausmannBrewingCo Phone 33 SHOE EXTRA Large Size 98c Housedress New Wash DRESSES $3.98 to $12.75 New Silk DRESSES Values to $22.50 $9.50 New Extra Large SizeWash 98c Skirts $2500 SUITS $9.98 $20.00 CO A T S $8.75 50c Union SUITS 25c $1.00 CORSETS 49c $5.00 Georgette WAISTS $2.98 $2.00 Crepe KIMONAS 98c TRADE MARK It Stimulates the It Builds Up We Deliver To Any HausmannB Kentucky. The Cosmopolitan Cafe Corner Collins Street and Bellevue Place Is right in front of your face We sell delicious pies and cakes Tastful bread that the baker bakes Not only cakes, not only pies, We carry a full line of school Supplies. Cigars, cigarettes, tobacco and candy Nice delightful, sweet and dandy, Ice cold soda and Ice cream cones. All kinds of sandwiches and cinnamon buns. Bear it in mind The COSMOPOLI- TAN is easy to find. Phone 733 265 East Main St, Richmond, Ky. E. B. EMBRY, Prop. CURRY CAFE First Class Meals, Lunch and Rooms for Rent Board by the Day or Week Call on me when in Winchester, Ky. MRS. MARY W. CURRY, Proprietor The Cosmopolitan Cafe Corner of Washington and Maple Place Is right in front of your face We sell delicious pies and cakes Tasteful bread that the baker bakes Not only cakes, not only pies, We carry a full line of School Supplies. Cigars, cigarettes, tobacco and candy Nice delightful, sweet and dandy, Ice cold soda and ice cream Cones All kinds of sandwiches and cinnamon buns. Bear it in mind The COSMOPOLI-TAN CAFE is easy to find. Undertaking and Embalming, Autos for hire, Livery stable. Phone 487 Winchester, Ky. HAGGARD & YATES, Prop. NEW RESTAURANT at the New Corner Building. Call and see us, if we please you tell others, if we don't, tell us. In rear of Broadway on High Street C. R. ATKINS, Prop. Miss Ella Litle, Bookkeeper Irvine, Kentucky How'd you do without Hausmann's Beer on your table the Appetite Up Your System by Part of the City BrewingCo The First National Bank MADISON, WISCONSIN No. United State Capital Surplus and Und United States Deposito plus and Undivided Profits $4 United States Depository Capital Surplus and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORR A. E. Proudfit President M. E. Fuller Vice-President E. B.' Steensland Jas. B. Ramsay M. H. Sater, TO GET A REAL S TO GET THE BEFT when in Rock LITTLE DAY 318 S. WYMAN S M. B. BA MEALS SERVED Cigars and Tobacco MERCHANTS & President F. G. Brown, W. vice-President F. W. Hoyt H H. L. Moseley M. C. Clark, Ca M. H. Sater, Assistant Cashier AT A REAL SQUARE DEAL AT THE BEF T THERE IS when in Rockford, Ill., stop at ALE DANDY HOT WYMAN ST. and be Served M. B. BAXTER, Prop. ALS SERVED AT ALL HOT Tobacco Barber Shop in HANTS & SAVINGS B A. E. Proudfit President F. G. Brown, Vice-President M. E. Fuller Vice-President F. W. Hoyt E. B.'Steensland H. L. Moseley Jas. B. Ramsay M. C. Clark, Cashier TO GET A REAL SQUARE DEAL TO GET THE BEFT THERE IS when in Rockford, Ill., stop at LITTLE DANDY HOTEL 318 S. WYMAN ST. and be Served Right M. B. BAXTER, Prop. MEALS SERVED AT ALL HOURS Cigars and Tobacco Barber Shop in Connection MERCHANTS & SAVINGS BANK 23 WEST MAIN STREET OPEN SATURDAY N SATURDAY EVENINGS 7 T OPEN SATURDAY EVENINGS 7 TO 9 --- HAVE YOUR GOWNS, HATS, COATS and other apparel always fresh and new looking by sending them here to be dry cleaned. With our aid your Wardrobe will always be in first-class condition. With our help you need never wear an old looking article of apparel. Every time we dry clean any part of your costume we rewefreshness Madison Steam Dye Works "The Old Reliable." Established 1884. 116 S. Pinckney St. W. STR THE St. W. STRELOW, Prop. THE STAR HAIR THE STAR HAIR GROWER A Wonderful Hair Dress One thousand agents war made. We want agents in evi to sell THE STAR HAIR G wonderful preparation. Car without straightening irons. Sells for 25c a box—one value. Any person that will be convinced. No matter what your hair, just give THE STA a trial and be convinced. Se box. If you wish to be an ap we will send you a full supply work with at once; also agen money by Money Order to A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower One thousand agents wanted. Good money made. We want agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without straightening irons. Sells for 25c a box—one 25c box proves its value. Any person that will use a 25c box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair, just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size box. If you wish to be an agent send $1.00 and we will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once; also agents' terms. Send all money by Money Order to NORTHERN Branch, 113 Clark Southern Branch, P. O. B. N. C. Persons in the South can g days earlier by writing THE GROWER, Mfr., P. O. B. N. C. INTRODUCING AN PERT WATCHMAN announce that Mr. H. S. Bostock has accepted a position with one y-five years experience at Omaha ing railroad watches, all standard chronometers and Swiss movement. Mr. Bostock combines in his work oroughness. assistance The Ballinger Store w an eater to turn out the finest work tree of entire satisfaction in ever l be pleased to have you bring it er it is, and you can be certain o W. L. BALLINGER Northern Branch, 113 Clark St., Evanston Ill. Southern Branch, P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. N. C. Person days ear GROWE N. C. INTRODUC EXPERT W I wish to announce that watchmaker, has accepted a has had twenty-five years e in the repairing railroad wa chime clocks, chronometers experience, Mr. Bostock con- curacy and thoroughness. With his assistance The prepared than eaer to turn solute guarantee of entire s We would be pleased to work, whatever it is, and you attention. W. L. B Persons in the South can get their goods three days earlier by writing THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr., P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. INTRODUCING AN EXPERT WATCHMAKER I wish to announce that Mr. H. S. Bostock, an expert watchmaker, has accepted a position with me. Mr. Bostock has had twenty-five years experience at Omaha, Nebraska, in the repairing railroad watches, all standard movements; chime clocks, chronometers and Swiss movements. Besides experience, Mr. Bostock combines in his work absolute accuracy and thoroughness. With his assistance The Ballinger Store will be better prepared than easier to turn out the finest work with an absolute guarantee of entire satisfaction in every instance. We would be pleased to have you bring in your repair work, whatever it is, and you can be certain of very prompt attention. Jeweler and Silversmith, 17 W. Main St. --- --- ```markdown ``` No. 144 States Depository Individed Profits $440,000.00 No.144 F. G. Brown, Vice-President F. W. Hoyt H. L. Moseley M. C. Clark, Cashier er, Assistant Cashier L SQUARE DEAL FT THERE IS Buckford, Ill., stop at ANDY HOTEL ST. and be Served Right BAXTER, Prop. ERVED AT ALL HOURS Barber Shop in Connection & SAVINGS BANK DAY EVENINGS 7 TO 9 STRELOW, Prop. Phone 2485 E STAR HAIR GROW A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower are thousand agents wanted. Good more. We want agents in every city and will THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is important preparation. Can be used with but straightening irons. Is for 25c a box—one 25c box proves Any person that will use a 25c box provided. No matter what has failed to grow hair, just give THE STAR HAIR GROW al and be convinced. Send 25c for full If you wish to be an agent send $1.00 will send you a full supply that you can be with at once; also agents' terms. Send by Money Order to THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr. Northern Branch, 113 Clark St., Evanston IL Southern Branch, P. O. Box 812, Greensboro seasons in the South can get their goods the earlier by writing THE STAR HA WER, Mfr., P. O. Box 812, Greensboro DUCING AN WATCHMAKER What Mr. H. S. Bostock, an expert and a position with one, Mr. Bostock has experience at Omaha, Nebraska, watches, all standard movements; tors and Swiss movements. Besides combines in his work absolute ac- tion. The Ballinger Store will be better turn out the finest work with an ab- e satisfaction in every instance. And to have you bring in your repair you can be certain of very prompt BALLINGER, --- Phone 2485 / The Gas Range? Of course you are If you saw the gas water heaters going to cook with gas and thus se- _in our office this week, we want cure * once safety, convenience you to remember that right now is cleanliness, comfort_and_economy the time to install one in your home. of time, strength and money. Your heat Gale oer odd vee. Vou Remember that hot weather makes pay only for what you need. Gas all the more necessary hot water is safe and it is clean. Won't you on short notice. Think of the ( come in and pick out the range many hurry up calls for hot water that meets your needs as to size for bathing, washing, cooking and i and style? cleaning. | Hi . *.* . ° : If your hot water system is not giving real service you will favor us by letting us know. Just call 4400 and we shall come. The Madison Gas & Electric Company | Phone 4400 126 East Main Street | Beloit, Wis. By A. W. K. Emanuel Baptist Notes. Upon the invitation extended by Adjt, E. Symmons of The Sal- vation Army Temple, Rey, G. J. Fox and his congregation had charge of the Thursday Evening meeting on June 15th, Appropi- ate selections were sung — by Emanuels Sextett. Bro. A. J. dinks, superintented the — lift- ing of the offering. Several raised their hands for prayer. The famous ‘‘Barxdale — Sis- ters,”’ will render special music at the meeting of The B, Y. BP. U. services Sun, 24th at 6.30 P.M. The service is being arranged by Mrs, Annie Stephens on be- half of her club, Which has pledged to raise $50.00 for the building fund. The public is urged to attend, Messrs, A. J. Jinks, E. Guyton, G. Walker, M. Bell and Harris are preparing a childrens day programme for the — Sunday School. Mrs. W. S. Williams made a flying trip to Chieago Sunday 17th, M. I. UL. Kemp of Madison, Wis., was a welcome visitor in the Gate City Sunday. A mecting to inform the public of their call upon Judge Clark for his recent un-American remark to a citizen of color recently, was called by the Chairman L, Pet- terson for Wednesday night at the A. M. EB. church at 8 P.M. A full report will appear in the next issue of The Blade. ATMORE, ALA. Rev. N. G. Johnson, D. M. Children’s day was celebrated Sunday, June 19th at Gains’ Cha ple A. M. E. Chureh. It was a grand success. We also had a spi ritual feast, there were six chil dren and two adults baptised Raised $6.00. : Mrs. Mamie Williams was here from Brewton, waiting on her brother who had his leg broker some time ago, He is reported as being much improved, Madams Parrish and Night, Mr W. Wrothehilds’ market place. Mrs. Ella Reynolds and Mrs. Will Nettles, has been very sick May we send a Vacuum Cleaner or Flat-Iron on Trial? (? / ’ , QI 3. GENERA £ 277 GRE 794-6 WEST WASHINGTON AVENUE * MADISON °* “WISCONSIN °* PHONE 3006 MEN’S FURNISHINGS, SHOES, ENRAMELWARE, GLASSWARE HARDWARE, SUNDRIES, BEDS, SPRINGS AND MATTRESSES Mr. Prince Nettles was found in his room very sick. He had been mising for several days. He will be taken to Mobile to the Hospital. Mrs, Leanna Parrish will visit her mother in Tallahasee, Fla, We hope for her successful trip. Mrs, Mattie Burnett is in the restaurant business and is making good, also Mrs. V. Kyles. Mrs, Halie Johnson and daugh- ter have succeeded in opening business. We wish for them sue- cess, Mr. Horris White is in the J. Will Nettles and Rey. E. M. John- son are visitors at Atmore. Mr. I. White states that busi- ness seems to be picking up along all lines. The Southern Alabama Orchard Co., of this place, has just com- pleted the shipment of Trish po- tatoes, 100,000 bushels, which was very good owing to the extreme cold winter. The peach erop will be cut short. Tuesday, June 5th was regis- tration day. 222 registered whieh speaks well for this place, The colored boys played their part, it seemed as though they were just waiting for the opportunity, Rev, James B, Carter, pastor o} the Mt. Triumph Baptist. Chureh paid a visit to Rev. A, J. Polk of j Uriah, Ala. pastor of the Mt {Pleasant cireuit. Rev, Carter was |very much elated over the recep |tion given bim at the home of Rev |Polk. The people love Rev, and [Mia Poll, $15.75 was raised dur ling the day. Stores Stores two Frank Bros, i 613 University Ave. Tel. 268 State and Johnson Sts. Tel. 868 SPECIALS 50cCan Crisco . . . . 39c $1.00 Can Crisco . . . 75c 3 Packages Club House Corn lakes ore 3)aess xo Bec Pineapples for Canning Fancy Cuban Fruit—ripe and juicy—dozen. . . . $1.40 | aay Full Line of FRUITS AND VDGETABLES MILLINERY We are showing a complete line of Summer Millinery. SPORT DRESS AND OUTING HATS FROM $1.00 TO $5. M. A. DUFFY, 401 STATE ST. ARNOLD & TYRE 108 Eighth Street PARIS, KENTUCKY Years of experience in feed- ing the public gives us an ad- vantage. CALL AND SEE AND BE CONVINCED GRAND THEATRE 204-206 STATE ST. "HIGH CLASS MOTION PICTURES NEXT MONDAY and TUESDAY WM. FARNUM IN “The American Method” Wednesday: Clara Kimball Young and Earle Williams “Love’s Sunset” YOUR PAINTING I, JOSHUA HOWARD, hereby agree to paint or varnish your Job as good as any one for amount in Contrart___...----or no. pay. Give me a trial. How about your houses, barns, fenres? Some one of them or something about them will need painting this year. Re- member I handle the best. paints, oils and varnishes. I can Paint anything from a chair to a church, or a barn to a baby carriage. | Don’t wait until Summer when everybody is over run with work. __ G, JOSHUA HOWARD, 155 Payne St, Lexington, Ky. ‘DEST OF BARGAINS IN MEN AND BOYS’ SHOES AT | TIEDMAN’S 516 BE, WILSON st. No. 00 PREMO 75¢ A good camera that takes excellent pictures. Films 10c per roll. Let us show them. The Photoart House Wm. J. Meuer, Pres, 212 State Street C See. ae Pellagra, Hheumatisin Constipation or an liver ‘or “kidney aie or your dollar returned then’ Wire: for or pay big bills® Take aos trips or buy @ remedy with fro!’ ance, if not benelited, of wetting sate with a. meritorious renew: dealing; a trial is all Task yout jo: GUS. “Sola by druggists or Twill cont it prepaid, price 41.00 per bottle, ve for $5.00.” Aways callon your ae gist for G. S before you. Site i me. Write to me for testhnon als ns mention this papers 721 Spring Street LITTLE ROCK, ARK. DON? FAIL To HEAR Tins FAMOUS UTTICA JUBILEE SEXETE ON SATURDAY NIGHT JUNE 16TH AT THE IST BAPTIST CHURCH 8 P. M THEY ARE FRESH FROM MISSISSIPPL AND WILT MAKE THEIR FIRST ENGAGE MENT IN MADISON. dent. ROOMS for RENT with bath special attention to transiente trade Robert H. McClansky Manager TUSKEGEE SHOF Silo? Work called for and delivered 207 S. Broadway Phone 1376-x LEXINGTON, KY.