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The Wisconsin Weekly Blade Ill.-Wis. D.G.L. No.9 and 18, Sparta, Ill., Aug. 7th to 9th G. U. O. of O. F. Attend the Second Annual Race Convention at Fond du Lac, Wis., August 1st VOL. II ODD FELLOWS HEAD OFFICIALS IN CHICAGO ON A TOUR Royally entertained by Chicago Chicago Lodges Chicago Odd Fellows were signally honored last week by having as their guests the Sub-Committee of Management, the executive body having charge of the business and affairs of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows. At the close of the July meeting of the full board at Philadelphia Grand Master Morris turned the faces of these men westward, stopping at Cleveland, Ohio, as the guests of Col. J. E. Reed of that city, on their way to Jess-Mine Farm, Benton Harbor, Michigan, the country home of Bro. Morris. After a three days stay at Jess-Mine Farm, entertained by Mrs. Morris, who is most charming hostess the party was joined by Major General Lewis, Col. W. H. Jackson and Bro. T. Webster Brown of Chicago who proceeded to Benton Harbor to bring back to Chicago the distinguished visitors. District Grand Master Keesey met the distinguished visitors at the Grand Central Station on Friday afternoon of last week and conveyed the party to the Idlewild Hotel where quarters were reserved. In a few moments the register showed the following: Grand Seey, James F. Needham, Philadelphia; Grand Treasurer, W. David Brown, New York; Grand Directors George H. Mays, Florida; Dr. L. L. Roberts H. Mays, Florida; Dr. L. Roberts H. Boston; J. H. Johnson, North Carolina; B. V. Baranco, Louisiana; Editor Henry P. Slaughter of Washington, D. C.; Col. J. E. Reed, former Grand Treasurer, and his daughter, Miss Bertie, were guests at the home of General Lewis. On the same evening a dinner was tendered the distinguished Odd Fellows by District Grand Master Kersey and Major General Lewis. Besides the members of the Odd Fellows party, including Grand Master Morris, the following were present: Col. B. H. Johnson, Maj. J. L. Beasley, Maj. J. W. Ward, Maj. F. H. Artis, Col. William H. Jackson, Col. R. W. Laey; Ex-Alderman Oscar DePriest; David McGowan; Past District Master Byrd. At the conclusion of the dinner a reception was held at Odd Fellows hall where the members of the Order were gathered to pay honor to the officials. Later in the evening Maj. Beasley, President of the Odd Fellows Club, threw open its doors and the visitors spent the evening playing pool and enjoying themselves generally. On Saturday the party was taken on a 42 mile trip in automobiles over the boulevards and parks of the city and in the evening were treated to a theatre party at the Grand, Sunday, in conjunction with Quinn Chapel members, the 70th anniversary of that church was celebrated. Major General Morris Lewis was Master of Ceremonies, Addresses of welcome were delivered by District Grand Master Kersey and Past M. N. G. Nora Fields Taylor on behalf of the households. The juveniles were represented by Miss Vivian Woten of juvenile 1080. Selections were rendered by the 12th Regiment band, George Dulf, leader; and the Ruth Choir, Mrs. Hawkins, director. The party broke up Sunday night, some returning east and a number going on to Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Louisville. A NATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPINION AND CIRCULATION MILWAUKEE -- MADISON -- BELOIT REV. GEORGE J. FOX, BELOIT, WIS. PASTOR OF EMMANUEL BAPTIST IN WISCONSIN, WHO WILL LEAD A DELEGATION OF CITIZENS TO THE FOND DU LAC CONVENTION. A MAN WHO KNOWS NO FAILURE MR. ROBT. H. WHITE MILWAUKEE. WIS. Churchman, progressive business man and a substantial citizen. A thorough business man, who is bringing things to pass in the Cream City, by establishing of worthy race enterprises. Mr. White is a man of indomitable will, with a far-seeing vision. He is deacon of Calvary Baptist church. A man whose word is his bond. Few men in Milwaukee possess the will power, courage and stickto-itiveness as Mr. White. He is a contender for the right and believes in the possibility of this race. He is now in Milwaukee and to open up an up-to-date hard and has an excellent up-to-date hard and soft water laundry and a first class job printing establishment. If the good people of the Cream City would do their duty in supporting these worthy enterprises, many of our boys and girls would be given respectable employment. The Blade has known Mr. White for many years and all that we can say is from experience. He was one of the founders of the Mt. Zion Baptist church, Madison, and "planked" down the first $10.00 toward purchasing a church home. May his tribe increase. REV. S. RUSSEL, B. D., POPU LAR PASTOR OF CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, MILWAUKEE, WIS. who will be in Attendance at the Race Convention. The financial record made by Rev. Russel since coming to this state will be hard to surpass. He has added several hundred to the membership and the attendance has increased ten-fold. Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Wilson. A select party was entertained at the beautiful new home of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Wilson, 547 Conklin Pl. on Tuesday night. The occasion was indeed an enjoyable one and those present enjoyed their hospitality immensely. The Blade is operating an employment agency; all kinds of work furnished. MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, JULY 26, 1917 MRS. JOSEPHINE STEWART STITH, FORMERLY OF CAZ- ONOVIA, ILL., NOW 411 CHERRY ST., MILWAU- KEE, WIS., DEAD. All that was mortal of Mrs. Josephine Stith was laid to rest in the family lot at Chillicothe Cemetery, Saturday, July 15th, after a long illness of two months, Mr. and Mrs. Stith came to Milwaukee about twenty months ago and during that time she endeared herself in the hearts of some of Milwaukee's best people. She was a student in Indiana State University, taught successfully in Arcadia, Ind., and in Cincinnati, O.. In October 1915 she was united in marriage to Prof. Hoover G. Stith and during which time they lived happily together, making many warm and lasting friends. During her illness Mr. Stith saw that his wife was given the best medical attention. Mrs. Stith was a consistent member of the A. M. E. church and assistant teacher in St. Mark's Sunday School. A faithful member of Phyllis Wheatley Art and Be Square Clubs. The community in which she lived will miss her for her good work, and affectionate disposition. Truly her example was worthy of emulation. In the bloom of life she was called from labor to reward, being twenty-six years of age. Many were the sorrowing friends of the family to pay the last tribute of respect. The many beautiful floral offerings bespeak the high esteem in which she was held. We join them in extending sympathy to her faithful and devoted husband, commending them to Him who does all things for the best. ATT'Y GEORGE H. DE REEF, MILWAUKEE, WIS., WHO WILL DELIVER THE KEY NOTE ADDRESS AT THE RACE CONVENTION AUGUST THE FIRST. F. and A. M. Milwaukee, Wis. The cordial reception tendered P. W. M. Davis and W. M. Gen- try of C. Capital City Lodge No. 72 of Madison, was an occasion long to be remembered by the Cream City Masonic. Th. committee had prepared an elaborate spread and the table groaned beneath its load. The speeches were timely and point- ed, and showed the Order to be on an upward march. Both host and hostess vied each with the other to make the occasion a success. Mr. Gentry, before returning to Madison accompanied Mr. Davis to Racine, visiting his relatives. 26 MADISON COLORED PEOPLE TO ATTEND MEET Twenty-six Madison colored people have been appointed by Mayor George Sayle as delegates to the Annual Race Convention to be held in Fond du Lac on Wednesday, August 1. Anthony Josey, editor of the Wisconsin Blade, published in Madison, will speak. The delegates who will represent Madison's colored population are: the Rev. L. J. Phillips, the Rev. Z. P. Smith, Harry Allison, Mrs. Ida Henderson, Mrs. J. S. Mosley, W. R. Harris, Allen Henderson, Mrs. A. E. Hill, A. L. Weaver, C. F. Webb, Miss Elsie Walker, A. E. Washington, Joseph Genty, Moses Jefferson, Mrs. Laura Hoover, J. N. Wilson, Oliver Davis, Mrs. C. M. Josey, S. E. Hines, Mrs. O. M. Davis, E. C. Warrick, Mrs. Phoebe Lawrence, Mrs. Mary Horton, Frank Hoover, Mrs. Mabel Wilson and Mrs. Daisy Genty. — State Journal. O MR. ELI RICE, Oshkosh. Wis. One of the founders of the Badger State Race Convention, who has arranged to give to the good citizens of Winnebago, Co. and visiting delegates an excellent literary program. He with his assistants has been untiring in their efforts to make the second annual gathering a success. He writes htat Fond du Lac is ready and prepared to take care of two hundred delegates on August the first. A. E. who has been invited to deliver the Emancipation Address to the citizens of Beloit and Rock County, Aug. 4th. He will also speak in response to the Mayor at the Fond du Lac Convention. PATRIOTIC EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION Hon. Roscoe Conklin Simons Louisville, Ky. Subject: "Right and Duty of American Citizens" Under the Auspices of Golden Link Lodge 9520, G. U. O. of O. F. Milwaukee Auditorium — Wednesday Night AUGUST 1ST, EIGHT O'CLOCK Admission 25 and 50 Cents M. S. S. of the Executive Office, who has consented to be in attendance at the Race Convention, Fond du Lac. Mr. Banks has done, and is doing much for the good of his people and enjoys the confidence of the best thought of the state. PROF. HOOVEY G. STITH. * Milwaukee, Wis. Who was drafted last Friday into the service of the U. S. Mr. Stith, a graduate of Indiana State Normal College and elected to take the principalship of a number of schools in that state, is indeed a man to be highly respected by his race. Trade with the Merchants who ask for your patronage through the columns of the Blade. PATR EMANCIPATION NO.8 CINCINNATI NEWS. Chauffeurs are not permitted to leave mufflers of their cars open in the quiet zone near the hospital, declared Judge Yeatman in Police Court Saturday, when he fined William Cannon of 527 Carlisle Ave. $15.00 and cost for violating the quiet zone traffic law. Pete McGee was cut Saturday night July 21 by an unknown man and was carried to the hospital by a patrol man. Rev. B. F. Smith of Park St. M. E. church preached a wonderful sermon and used as his text, "And we shall build the wall for the works of the people." Mr. Jessie Bell was burned to death by his wife pouring gasoline on him, after the crime she went to the Judge and told him what she had done because her husband talked about other women. MR. HENRY JEFFERSON, MADISON, WIS. forcible speaker who will be on the firing line at Fond du Lac, August the first. HEAR HON. ROSCO CONKLIN SIMMONS THE RACE'S GREATEST ORATOR WHO WILL SPEAK TO THE CITIZENS OF MILWAUKEE, AUG. 1ST, 8 P. M. AT THE AUDI-TORIUM. You will find the Blade for sale at Trotter & Hopkins, 222 E. Main St., and Hill's Grocery Co., 649 E. Dayton St. 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. 4 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. LONGING Sometimes I wish that I could go Along the paths I used to know, Could go back there and find some kid And go along the roads I did When I had not a single care, And all life's skies were bright and fair, And birds sang in the wayside tree, And all the world seemed made for me. That's what I think I'd love to do! Where water lilies used to grow, And bend a pin and fix a line. Me and this old-time chum of mine. And sit until the light grew dim Where little sunfish used to swim. Those were the days when bull- heads bit. And sunfish—why, life seemed to fit Us like a garment, and we slid. Myself and that remembered kid. From one joy to another. So, Sometimes, I wish that I might go And look about and find that tad And be with him once, more and glad. —Judd M. Lewis, in Houston Post. BLADELETS "Solicit no man's praise." Virtue recognizes neither race or sex. If wrong, get right; if right, stay right. Married men don't lieve longer than single ones; the time only seems longer. Don't show this to your wife. "Gospel" and "Gossip" are from the same root, God, but they lead in opposite directions. It is not reasonable to suppose that a merchant, who advertises in a colored paper seeks colored trade? It is not what men know of their wives that hurts most; it is what others know. The same is true in respect to husbands. Be a man twenty-four hours to the day, seven days to the week and fifty-two weeks to the year. At all other times you may be what you will. From a phychoological viewpoint it is interesting to see a six foot giant lion-tamer trudging at the heels of his little wisp of a wife through the mazes of a crowded department store. The Birth of A Nation The Dixon menace, "A Birth of A Nation", is again in Wisconsin. How the white people of this state—the sons and daughters of those whose memory is being outraged by this cursed libel—can tolerate its presence, passes all understanding. The play is a seathing indictment of the northern white and south.rn blacks. The latter it charges with the whole category of crime; it accuses the former of aiding and abetting the blacks and of instigating them to crimes of which they never before dreamed. Its sole aim and purpose is to exploit the white south at the expense of the north and the Negro; to condemn the north for the part it played in the liberation of the blacks and to win for the south greater tolerance of its present day treatment of the Negro. Throughout the story virtue and valor are characteristic of the south; cowardice, vice and wickedness of every conceivable form, of the north. It is significantly suggestive that the only two mulattoes in the whole play come from the north. The whole story is degrading. It is an insult less to the Negro than to the memory of those whites who fought, bled and died that the union might live. It is The Dyer Bill A bill, providing for a congressional investigation of the recent East St. Louis massacre, with a view to the prosecution and punishment of all guilty parties, and the enactment of such laws as will prevent a recurrence in the future has been introduced in Congress by Hon. L. C. Dyer of St. Louis, Mo. This is a move in the right direction. Congress should make it its business to go thoroughly into the question of the responsibility for that bloody orgy, and ascertain, if possible, to what extent the protection guaranteed by the Constitution was denied to American citizens. For it is inconceivable that with State troops upon the scene, and the city and county officers present, such acts of bloody violence could be perpetrated without the connivance at least of those officers. It is rumored, and the rumor has some authoritative sanction, that the sworn officers of the law, and even the soldiers, not only did not render that protection they ought, but that they even assisted the rioters in their We would that we could say something that would awaken our people to a full realization of the fact that in many respects we might improve ourselves and in consequence better our condition. BROOKPORT, ILL Mrs. Mattie Rodgers and Mrs. Miranda Wiley are visiting in Evansville, Ind. Mrs. Daniel Steele and family have moved to Flint, Mich., where her husband is employed. Mrs. Gertrude Cole of Madison, Ills., is visiting relatives here. Mr. Hiram V. Sims and Miss Myrtle Long were married on the 19th inst. Rev. Daniel Rodgers officiating. The bride and groom are both industrious young people and we wish them success. Mr. W. M. White is up after a weeks' illness. Mrs. Naney Moon, Nancy Scofield, Mary Allen and Rev. Jas. Green are sick. We hope for their speedy recovery. Mr. Henry Thorp is improving slowly. Blade 8 Mrs. Nettie Rollins of Mt. Vernon. Ills. is visiting her daughter here. Mrs. Josie Moon. There will be a corner stone laying of Bethel A. M. E. church on Aug. 19th. HEAR HON. ROSCO CONKLIN SIMMONS THE RACE'S GREATEST ORATOR WHO WILL SPEAK TO THE CITIZENS OF MILWAUKEE, AUG. 1ST, 8 P. M. AT THE AUDI-TORIUM. WANTED—Live energetic agents to represent the Blade. Liberal terms. Write the Blade Publishing Co., Madison, Wis. a sad commentary upon the intellegence, the judgment and pride of the north that such a libel on its sacred dead should be accepted by it; that the youth of today who have been taught to reverence the heroes of yesterday should have their idols so ruthlessly shattered. Whatever may be said of the south it never forgets, never ceases to hate and exacerbate all responsible for the liberation of its slaves. We are advised that nowhere in the south is "Uncle Tom's Cabin" permitted to be shown. What would be the fate of this play if conditions were reversed and it were shown below the Mason and Dixon line needs no soothesaver to divine. As to the Negro, we believe he will survive even this foul attack in the home of his friends. To his everlasting credit he was never charged with having committed those horrible crimes during the four years of war when the women and children were at his mercy. The charge made is that he suddenly became obsessed with the desire to make them his victims with the coming of the northern whites. If the charge is true, he may plead his ignorance his lack of culture and refinement due to his enslavement. What is the answer of the north. bloody deeds. These are things that congress ought to ascertain and take steps to punish regardless of the rank or standing of the guilty parties. Another thing that congress would do well to investigate is the prevalent practice, in those communities where such friction between the races occur, of the law officers searching the homes of the colored people and taking from them all weapons of defense. It has always struck us as inconsistent, if not worse, that whenever there is a threatened outbreak between the races, the newspapers throughout the country herald the news that "All Negroes are being searched and their arms taken from them" when the same is not being done to the whites who are the aggressors. Congressman Dyer is to be commended for the introduction of this bill. By it he shows himself a courageous defender of the rights of mankind. We call upon the Wisconsin Representatives in Congress to give him their support in this measure. 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Trotter leaves today for New York, Boston, Mass., and Hartford, Conn., to visit his parents. Mr. H. Clinton is off on his annual vacation. He, together with his wife and son spent a few days in Milwaukee. Mrs. Esther Scott of Beloit and Mrs. Ida Satterfield of Chicago, are visiting their parents on E. Dayton St. BELOIT, WIS. (Special to The Blade) If not the greatest, Beloit is by no means the least among the Badger cities along all lines of endeavor. This year she will be represented by the Mrs. John Turner, Mrs. R. L. Cuyton, and Mrs. A. J. Jenks who will be one of the speakers of the day. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall, formerly of West Broad St., are now reading at 41 Maple St. Rev. and Mrs. R. L. Guyton wish their many friends to know that they now living at 1269 Union St. Mrs. A. J. Jenks will soon be seen upon Beloit's thorofares in her new Overland. Mrs. Jenks spoke recently before the W. C. T. E. of the city. Mr. Kelley Sedell bid farewell to the city of single bliss and on last Thursday, Cupid landed him and Miss Roberts into the fold of matrimony. GREAT EMANICIPATION PIC NIC SATURDAY, AUGUST FOURTH AT HONONEGAH PARK Music by Smileys' Orchestra. Mr. Clarence Scott lead a fair maiden from the South land to the city of wedlock last Wednesday. Scott is a trusted employee of the F. C. M. plant. Mrs. Mary Hugard of 1307 Broad St., entertained in honor of Mrs. Alice Peterson Sunday, a very elaborate dinner was served. Those present were: Mrs. A. Peterson, L. J. Ousley, Mr. and Mrs. C Peterson, Rev. and Mrs. W. S. Williams. Mrs. Peterson will leave for Chicago in the near future. Mr. and Mrs. Turner made a flying trip to Rockford Sunday on business of importance. Mayor A. W. Adams will be one of the speakers at the celebration August fourth. A complete program will appear in The Blade later. Rev. Chas. White of Mississippi is a visitor in our city as a guest of his son of Race St. The following persons, workers of the Emmanuel Baptist church, have made the following report: Mrs. A. J. Jenks, $40.01; W. S. Williams, $40.00; Mrs. F. Ollie, $21.80; Rev. G. J. Fox, $21.26; Mrs. R. L. Guyton, $4.00. Others will report later. A day of pleasure at Honone gath Park Saturday, August 4th Emancipation Picnic. Address by Mayors Adams, Beloit, and Bow of Rockford, Hon. Edw. H Wright, Chicago, and Editor J Authonyme Josey. Madison. Bar becue meats southern style. OSHKOSH NEWS TO THE BLADE JULY 24th 1917. The prospective Odd Fellows have a grand entertainment in the club rooms of their hall Wed, evening and a large crowd of Oikoshk and Fond du Lac people were made happy. Music was furnished by Wrights "Just Right" Jazz Orchestra, of Fond du Lac. Delicious refreshments were served by Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smith and Messrs. Joe Parker and Iterman Rice. Mr. Irving Mathews of Fond in Lac was an Oshkosh visitor this week in the interest of the Co-operative convention and his music class here. Mr. Tomas Brown of Fond du Lac attended the Odd Fellow entertainment here Wed. evening and left Thursday for Evansville, Ind., to visit friends. He will return Aug. 1st for the convention. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Person and Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Scott of Chicago will be among the out of town guests to the convention. Mr. Eli Rice received a letter from his wife who is at the bedside of her father at Lawrence, Kans. and his condition is about the same. Mrs. J. Netter has returned to her new home at Medford, Wis., after a three weeks' visit in this city the guest of Mr. and Mrs. E. Rice. Rev. Lane has gone East for 2 weeks on business. Rev. Mary Tompson filled the pulpit Sunday evening and her sermon was quite spiritual. Mr. Herbert Mitchel was among the enthusiasts who helped to make our entertainment a success, and he will be equal to the part at the convention at Fond du Lac, Aug. 1st. Don't fail to meet him there. PRAISE FOR DR. SHEPARD. Institution at Durham, N. C., Closes School Year Free of Debt. School Free of Debt From all sections of the country reports have come showing that a larger number of young men and women have graduated from the higher institutions of learning for the school year 1917 than ever before. The financial condition of many of these institutions is also good considering the stringent times caused by the European war and America's entrance into the same. Among the institutions of the higher type which closed the fiscal year clear of debt is the National Training school at Durham, N. C., of which Dr. James E. Shepard is president. William T. Bost of Raleigh, N. C., in a letter to the New York Evening Post regarding Dr. Shepard says: "Permit me to say for a prominent colored man and untiring worker for [Name] DR. JAMES E. SHEPARD. his race, Dr. James E. Shepard, that in the recent commencement exercises of the National Training school at Durham, N. C., of which he is president, a condition was disclosed that is a very inspiring example to all people. "The Evening Post's clientele has been contributor to the philanthropies that have revolutionized the thinking on what is known as the Negro problem. Fifty years ago this missionary work began. There was little disposition to interfere with the black man if he were trained merely to do useful work. Fifty years later is a demand for similar training in all the schools for all the children. "Dr. Shepard less than a decade ago established his school. It has had more than its share of ups and downs, but a few days ago, when he closed the year, he was able to present a clean sheet for the second time in as many school years. "A man of his pull and prominence had every temptation to go north, where salaries are larger, work lighter and worries absent. Instead he has put his school finally on a business basis, has converted umbelieving enemies and despairing friends and won to his institution the friendship of substantially all the white people of his community and the state. "I think it a valuable lesson to those who have not felt the thrill and the blessedness of battle to know that in the colored race here in North Carolina are men and women who are ideal Christians, because they have utterly lost themselves in a divine self forgetfulness." New Literary Society at Pittsburgh. The latest addition to the numerous literary and social organizations in Pittsburgh is the Morningside Literary and Debating society. The society holds its meetings at the Morningside Baptist church, in which it was organized in June. Elks to Meet at Cleveland (O.) July 26. The annual convention of the grand lodge Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World will be held at Cleveland, O., from Aug. 23 to 30, inclusive. Armond W. Scott of Washington is the grand exalted ruler. No. 00 PREMO 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 MACKBROWN,Undertaker Versailles. Ky. Undertaking and Embalming. Swell line of rolling stock. Polite service. We strive to please. Near the interurban station. JOHN JACKSON'S PLACE Georgetown, Ky. Meals at all hours. We have just opened at 158 Broadway and will give you a square meal. Board by the day or week. St. Benedict Settlement St. Benedict Settlement 823 Winnebago Street Milwaukee, Wis. Home for Colored Working Girls and Women Strang- ers in the City. 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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. Don't Forget 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. 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Miss Leatha Clark, a well known young lady of this city was married to Mr. McKinley Dudley Saturday night July 21st at the residence of the bride. Mr. Raymond Delaney of Crab Orchard Ky., is here visiting. The City Federation met at the First Baptist church Sunday afternoon July 22nd. Mr. Webster Estils came home Saturday night, July 14th to visit relatives and friends. The Emma J. Matteny Juvenile Lodge held its regular meeting Saturday July 14th. Mr. E. B. Embry, former agent for the National Benefit Ins., is now district for the Standard Insurance Co., and is having great success. Mrs. Bessie Strother of Louisville is in the city visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. F. S. Gwynn and daughter, left Monday July 23rd for Lexington, where they will spend the week. The first Baptist church aid society met at the Residence of Mrs. Matilda Banks last meeting. Miss Leona Cobb is still on the sick list. Mr. John Gentry came home from Frankfort to visit relatives and friends. Miss Hannah Dunson of this city announced her marriage to Mr. Wm. Ballew, also of this city, which took place Feb. 4th 1916. The Church Aid Society gave a concert and Tom Thumb wedding Saturday night past, for the benefit of the church. Money raised $13.65. Mrs. Julia Miller and sister Miss Pattie J. Sims went to Cincinnati Sunday and report a nice time. We are having plenty of rain. Miss Sarah E. Martin was in Paint Lick, Ky. Wednesday. Mrs Addella Miller is in Glendale, O., visiting her father, Rev. Sam Cole. Little Elsie M. Martin is visiting her aunt Mrs. Bessie Baylum of Duncanon, Ky. Little Miss Ivory Pearl Brooks spent the night with her cousin little Miss Birdie Campbell Monday night. Mrs. Chana Sims was called to Peytowntown to her husband's bedside, Mr. James Sims of an awful accident. Miss Margaret Miller was the guest of her mother, Mrs. Mattie Miller from Saturday till Monday. Mrs. Bettie Martin made a flying trip to Richmond Thursday. Mrs. Eliza White and brother Mr. Lewis Martin was called to Richmond Saturday, to see their sick brother, Mr. Irvine Martin, who has been sick for a good while. Mrs. Ella B. Chenault is very sick. Milwaukee, Wis. GREATEST ORATOR WHO WILL SPEAK TO THE CITIZENS OF MILWAUKEE, AUG 1ST, 8 P.M. AT THE AUDI TORIUM. BISHOP LEVI J. COPPIN D. D OF PHILADELPHIA, PA., TO VISIT MILWAUKEE Rt. Rev. Levi J. Coppin, Bishop of the Fourth Episcopal District A. M. E. church, in company with Rev. W. D. Cook, pastor of Bethel church, Chicago, will visit Milwaukee, Thursday, Aug. 2nd. The Bishop will preach at St. Mark A. M. E. church at 8 P. M. The Sunday school and a large choral choir will lead the singing. The distinguished churchman will doubtless be greeted by a large audience, as it his first visit to the cream city. Mrs. Pearl Alleyne, is visiting New York, Washington D. C. and Baltimore, Phil. She will return about the last of August. She writes that she is enjoying her trip. Mr. Ralph Sandort, spent a part of his vacation, visiting relatives and friends in Marshall, Wis. MILWAUKEE QUICK SERVICE HAND LAUNDRY, 224 STATE ST., NEAR 4TH ST. ALL WORK GUARANEEED AND DELIVERED THE SAME DAY. Rev. Prince of Chicago, was the guest of Calvary Baptist church last week, was delightfully entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Potter of 6th St. Neat Artistic Job Printing by Quick Service Printing Co., 224 State St. near 4th. Rev. J. S. Woods, his daughter Sarah and Mr. Russell Lowey were the delegates to the Young Peoples Congress of the A. M. E. church which closed its four days session in Chicago last week. Miss Sarah Woods was chosen as one of the delegates at large to attend the Allen Connectional C. E. Convention, which meets in Jacksonville, Fla., August 1918. She was also elected Recording Secretary of the Young Peoples Congress and made a member of the Executive Committee. The next session of the Congress will be held in Indianapolis, Ind., July 1919. Don't fail to hear the greatest orator of the race, Col. Rosecoe Conklin Simons, Aug., 1st Auditorium 8 P. M. Mrs. Chas. Carpenter of Evanston, Ill., is visiting relatives and friends in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Robt, White is now domiciled at 1025 Winnebago St. The Worlds' wide war and its relation to the second coming of Christ, will be discussed in sermons and scriptures readings by the Pastor and congregation St. Mark, morning and evening every Sunday July 29th. All are invited and requested to bring their bibles. Mrs. Rev. J. S. Woods attended the Chicago Conference Branch of the W. M. M. S. Convention at Evanston this week. Mrs. Woods will visit her sister Mrs. Fannie Somerville at Fairbury, Ill., and other points in Illinois before returning home. Mrs. Arminta Walker of Chicago, Ill., is visiting her grand uncle and aunt, Rev. and Mrs. Woods of this city. Mrs. Lewis Hill is visiting in Milwaukee the guest of Mrs. Rev Woods. RACINE. WIS. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Mr Taylor of 1425 12th St., was the scene of a very pretty party given in honor of their daughter Mrs. Marie Bass. The occasion being her 23rd birthday anniv sary. She was the rescipient of many pretty and useful gifts. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Ewing, Miss Norma Porter Mrs. Vivien Taylor Saunders. Mr. Jas. Smith, Eugene Wheeler. The out of town guests were Mrs. Clara James, Mrs. Belle Coff and Ruth Weaver of Chicago, Ill., Mr. Jas Martin, Mrs. Madeline Martin and Mr. O. McFarland of Ke- BROWN The 206 East Lowest Prices TRAVELING G SATCHELS A MILWA Quick Service Lowest Prices on All Kinds of TRAVELING GOODS, TRUNKS, SATCHELS AND VALISES Work Called For and Delivered The Same Day CLOTHES SUN DRIE SILK SHIRTS AND SOFT GOODS A SPECIALTY 224 STATE ST ROBT. WHI 224 STATE ST., NEAR 4th ST. ROBT. WHITE, Proprietor nosha, Earl Covington, Waukegan. Dancing was the chief entertainment of the evening. Several musical selections were rendered and at midnight a three course luncheon was served. Mr. G. J. Weaver is spending his vacation in Chicago. Mrs. B. J. Smith who has been in the hospital for some time is up and out, and will leave for her home in Richmond Va. soon. Mr. Jas. W. Smith is trying to persuade her to dispose of her home and come North for her health. The Turner-Grant baseball team played against the Kellerville ball team at the U. I. League Park Sunday. The score was in favor of the home team. Mrs. Jesse James of Chicago, sister of Mrs. Marion Taylor of 13th St. was here to attend the ball game. Viola Cobb, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Cobb of 619 Prospect St., arrived home Monday from Rockford, Ill., where she has been attending school. Mr. Eugene Wheeler and Mr. James W. Smith of Racine, are expecting to be called to the border soon, where they will spend their vacation with Uncle Sam. Mrs. R. B. Lewis 1025 Douglas Ave., has been indisposed this week. PROF E. C. CHAMP WARRICK GOES TO COLUMBUS TO JOIN THE CAVALRY AS A COMMISSION OFFICER Prof Warrick on Wednesday wired Col. Young his acceptance as Comission officer in the U. S. Calvary. He leaves Friday for his new post of duty. Judge Willett Rewards Employees. Misses Emily Johnson and Susan Wilson, malds in the home of the late Judge Charles J. Willett at Pasadena, Cal., are named as the principal beneficaries in the judge's will. They are to receive all of the household furniture, valuable family silverware and $4,000 with which to purchase any home they may select in Pasadena. This is a case in which merit and not color is rewarded. Physicians Scorn City of Mob Violence. The officers of the National Medical association have taken a manly stand against lynching by changing their meeting place for this year from Memphis, Tenn., to Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love. The meeting will be held the last week in August. 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. Remember 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. Trunk Man Main Street on All Kinds of FOODS, TRUNKS, AND VALISES AUKEE Hand Laundry SUN DRIED , NEAR 4th ST. TE, Proprietor 754-6 WEST WASHINGTON AVENUE MADISON WISCONSIN PHONE 3006 MEN'S FURNISHINGS, SHOES, ENAMELWARE, GLASSWARE HARDWARE, SUNDRIES, BEDS, SPRINGS AND MATTRESSES PHONE 805 140 S. Blair Street TRANSFER LINE Prompt and Careful MOTOR SERVICE We call for Railroad Check and Deliver Baggage JNO. W. HILL Staple and Fancy Groceries Delivery to all partss of city 649 E. DAYTON ST. Phone 7975 Madison, Wis. Keep Your Voice Clear. Use LEWIS' VEGETABLE THROAT GARGLE 25 Cents Lewis' Drug Store S. BENISH Meat Market FANCY CUTS A SPECIALTY Poultry, Game, Oysters in Season 720 Winnebago St. Tel. Grand 2194 Milwaukee PHONE GRAND 4494 X Furnished Rooms By Day or Week with Bath Rev. E. W. Thomas. Prop. 602 Cedar St. Cor. 6th St. MILWAUKEE Mrs. Lucindy Vaughn 706 Court Street FURNISHED ROOMS By Day or Week Nice Clean Beds and Plentyof Fresh Air CINCINNATI, OHIO M. R. MATTHEWS Ice Cream Parlor and Cold Drink Stand Courteous Treatment to All MISS AURELIA GWYNN, Manager Nathan Wilson, Mgr. Genev Phone Day or Night No. 5 Miss Hager Smith Go Polite attention given all We have an Automobile line rodsburgh, Ky., which meets Nathan Wilson, Mgr. Generell Director and Embalmer Phone Day or Night No. 352 Herrodsburgh, Ky. Polite attention given all calls. Autamobile Service. We have an Automobile line between Burgin and Herrodsburgh, Ky., which meets all trains that stop. Miss Hager Smith Golden, a graduate of the Cincinnati College of Embalming, is with us and prepared to give First Class Service. Forward! Forward! A High-Class Musical and Literary Program Has Been Arranged..... SPEAKERS: HON. GEORGE H. DeREEF Milwaukee, Wis. EDITOR J. ANTHONY JOSEY Madison, Wis. MR. JACK WELLS Beloit, Wis. REV. J. S. WOODS Milwaukee, Wis. MAYOR J. F. HOHENSEE Fond du Lac, Wis. Re-Seating, Cleaning and Pressing SUITS MADE TO ORDER A. HATZL, Tailor 129 State Street Workmanship Guaranteed M. B.