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The Wisconsin Weekly Blade VOL. II CHICAGO. ILL. (Blade News Service) Arnett Lodge 7455 has endorsed the resolutions of the D. G. L. pertaining to the East St. Louis race riot. Bro. Watkins admonished us to conduct ourselves properly, in order that the blame would not be on us on such occasions. Brother Brooks referred to splendid workmanship of the Negro in ancient days and the possibility of surpassing them by co-operation. Bro. Hunt lamented the cowardice displayed by many of our men when the lives of our wives, mothers children and sisters were at stake. Remarks were made by brother Queen of Ezekiel Lodge, although a most interesting meeting was held. Show Your Progressiveness by Subscribing for The Blade. The various committees of banquet were instructed as to what is expected of them. Every member is expected to bring in his pro-rata by the 1st meeting in Oct. Officers for the ensuing quarter: E. S. B. F. Davis, V. G. Willie, Howard N. G. Arthur Perkins, P. N. G. James Dorsey. N. F. Charles Prophet P. N. F. A. F. Hunt. Earl Smith. Bro. W. H. Smith our retiring P. N. F. has been dutiful to the trust imposed and hope he will not allow his interest to lag also Bro. Earl Smith who has advanced to P. N. F. We hope that the officer of this quarter will endeavor to make this one of the best quarters in the history of Arnett Lodge. Receipts for the evening were $79.85. Frank Jones has left the city for a brief visit somewhere in Mississippi. Please Subscribe for The Blade. Bro. I. T. Burrell and Ye Scribe visited Lincoln Lodge 3856 on the 20th. We were pleased to find perfect harmony existing between the officers and members much has been accomplished through the interest and devotion of Bro. Hughes who has served five years as N. G. He has added 15 of the 35 members during his administration. One of the systems of Lincoln Lodge is to reduce the fee for new members and the offering a prize of $5.00 to the member bringing in six or more candidates and for three $4.00 for two $1.00. Bro. Spruel Brown was re-obligated and was much impressed. Officers: Lincoln Lodge.: N. G. C. Hughes, V. G. W. B. Blackwell, P. N. G. J. W. Overstreet. N. F. P. C. Stevens. P. N. F. Richard Harris. P. S. J Butler, E. S. John Green. W. T. Ed. Shanklin Chaplin H. McEwing. Advocate B. E. Shelton. Bro John Buchannan of Lincoln Lodge deceased funeral was held from Jones Undertaking Parlors Sunday 23rd a. p. p. N. G. Bro. Hughes of Lincoln is a prospective delegate to the next B. M. C. Mrs. F. H. Carroll 3646 Indiana Ave. is on the sick list. We are glad to note that Mrs. Arthur Perkins of 455 E. 31st is rapidly improving in health. Increase the Circulation of The Blade by Telling Others of its Merits Mrs. Edna Hamilton of Carbondale, Ill. and her eight children are visiting her brother and sister Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hamilton, 4620 Federal St. Mr. William Booth is spending a few weeks in Metroplis, Ill. Rev. J. J. McDowell our W. C. also pastor of the A. M. E. church A NATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPINION AND CIRCULATION MILWAUKEE -- MADISON -- BELOIT 4211 Evans Ave. paid us a short visit on the eve of his departure to Conference in St. Paul. We are working hard to make the news in The Blade interesting to you, remember in sending in news to us it must be clean and wholesome anything pertaining to the good of the Order or Race. There is no Yellowism in the make up of The Blade for it believes Right and Justice to All and home builder. Subscribe for it. Show your loyalty to the race and order by subscribing for the Blade, we are rendering to you service that is incomparable when you subscribe do not forget to pay for it. All Fraternal, organization, Churches and Moral clubs for the uplift of the people and race must band together. This is your opportunity to get acquainted. HOW? By subscribing for The Blade. I. T. Burell, Agt. and Salesman 3128 Dearborn St. Arthur Perkins, Correspondent 455 E. 31st. St. Phone Douglas 8560 GOVFRNOR HALTS LYNCHERS Raleigh, N. C.,—A mob of several humiled men attacked the jail here Thursday in an attempt to lynch a negro accused of attacking the wife of a street car conductor, but before an entrance was effected, Gov. Bickett and Adjt.-Gen. Young arrived. While the governor addressed portion of the mob, a masked leader was urging the greater portion to batter down the jail doors. Fifteen shots were fired before the state officials arrived, but apparently no one was injured. MR. AND MRS. JAMES P. BUFORD. 2525 Warren Ave., Chicago, Ill Having successfully guided their ship over the matrimonial sea for fifteen years. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. P. Buford will celebrate their crystal anniversary at their home Monday evening, Oct. 8th, 1917. Many out of town guests are expected and an extremely large evening is planned. The hours of entertainment will be from 8 to 12. MILWAUKEE. WIS. Hon. L. H. Palmer spent Sunday in Racine renewing old acquaintances. Dr. George Lewis and family of Chicago, motored up on Sunday and spent the day the guest of Dr. C. A. John on an old school fellow. Dr. T. A Boger looks the part in his "buzz ear." Miss Mable Raimey leaves this week for Madison where she will resume her studies at the University. Rev. Chas. H. Fountain, formerly assistant at St. Mark' church spent a few days visiting friends on his way home from the conference. He has been returned to Chicago. Mr. W. C. Evans, better known as "Fish" Evans, for many years in the gold fish business on 11th St., was buried on the 24th inst. after a long illness. Friends of Mr. Nathan Van Winkle are endeavoring by public subscription to purchase for him an artificial leg. Atty. De Reef has consented to act as treasurer of the funds raised for that purpose. MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER, 27, 1917 BROOKPORT, ILL. Blade New Service Rev. J. J. E. Reddick pastor of Bethel A. M. E. Church preached his closing sermon Sunday night September 23 to a large and appreciative audience, there were many visitors present as follows: Rev. Berry Thomas of Metropolis Mr. and Mrs. Gus. Blackwell of Bell Grade, Mr. Henry Kelley and Mrs. Irene Hudspeth of Unionville. The Stuardesses of the church gave a reception in his honor on the 24th a delicious repast was served all present had an enjoyable time. Rev. Reddick closed a very successful year with Bethel church. He left for the Annual Conference on the 25th, which convened at Alton, Ill. on the 26th. Mr. Leslie Turley one of our soldier boys of Co. M. 8 Ill. Reg. which is stationed at Metropolis, Ill. came home on the 22nd looking spick and span in his new uniform, he says he enjoys being in the service of his country. The Mt. Olive Baptist Association convened at Siloam Baptist Church of Unionville, Ill. from the 18 to 23 inst., they reported a very pleasant session. They had a large delegation. Miss Hester A. Moore of Padueoh, Ky. passed through our city on the 22 en route to Johnsonville, Tenn., where she is teaching school. She is a bright energetic young lady, who has forged her way to the front rank in educational lines and is making good. The infant grandchild of Mr. and Mrs. Bud Kendall died on the 20th. Frank Martin was run over and killed by an Ill. Cen. train Sat. night Sept. 22 just inside the city limits, cutting off both legs and horribly mutilated the body. He leaves a wife two children six brothers, Messers Blaine, Relius, David and Hilliard Martin who resides here, Ress of Toledo Ohio and Ed Martin of St. Louis Mo. We extend the family our deepest sympathy. Mrs. Miranda Wiley is visiting in Centralia, Ils. Oshkosh News to the Blade Miss Kate William of Fond du Lac and Mr and Mrs. W. L. Hart of Neenah. Wis. were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Smith on Broad St. Sunday the 23rd. The entertainment given at the Odd Fellows' Club Rooms was well attended last Wednesday eve and the music furnished by the Ebony Film Company's Jazz Band was enjoyed by all. A splendid chicken supper was served by the committee headed by C. A. Scott H. Mitchel, Joe Parker, Eli Rice, Wm. Johnson, William Netter, and Mr. Wright, Mrs. Eli Rice and J. W. Smith, waited on the table. Mesdame Anna Hill, Mary Mathews, Misses Kate Williams and Maude Jenkins of Fond du Lac were Oshkosh visitors this week. The reporter is glad to announce that Mr. Tom Brown of Fond du Lac is greatly improved in health and was a visitor to this Wednesday evening. Mr. J. H. Smith has gone to Chicago for a five days visit with his family. IF YOU FAIL TO GET THE BLADE REMEMBER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IS UNPAID. Scholar, Physician and Polished Gentleman DR. A. B. DEANY Winchester, Ky. The Blade presents to its thousands of readers the likeness of one of the most progressive men in the Medical Profession in the state of Kentucky. Dr. Deany is a practicioner, honored by such distinctive fraternities as the Pythians, Odd Fellows, V. B. F., G. G., Elks, and Standard Life Ins. Co. as Medical Examiner. His new book will soon be on the market, displaying many helpful suggestions for the benefit and enlightenment of our race to the public.-M. O. B. SYKES-JACKSON Nuptial High Noon St. Mark A. M. E. Church, Milwaukee, Wis On Wednesday 26th Miss Lucile Jackson and Mr. C. J. Sykes were united in marriage by Rev. R. T. Reed at St. Mark Church. They left immediately on their honey moon visiting Madison, Chicago and Detroit, Mich. Many were the congratulations for a long, happy and prosperous life. Mrs. S. J. Smith. Chicago. After a very pleasant stay of more than two weeks in Madison the guest of Editor and Mrs. Josey Mrs. S. J. Smith returned to Chicago, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Adkins old friends of the family was much in evidence with their hospitality. Just as we go to press information reaches us that Mrs. Daisy Gentry is at the General Hospital to undergo an operation for appendicitis. REMOVAL NOTICE St. Benedict Day Nursey and Kim dergarten. Milwaukee. The Kindergarten and Day Nursery of Saint Benedit the Moor School has moved from 311 9th st. to 823 Wenebago St., Milwaukee. All children of working parents are cared for from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. WANTED Madison is much in need of a Negro doctor and dentist. The city is being rapidly populated with our people and men of these professions will do well. Write the Wis. Weekly Blade. St. Benedict Settlement is a home for colored working girls and women of good morals. Anyone found inducing them to an immoral place or play will be punished to the fullest extent of the law. Mrs. Laura Duncan, 823 Winnebago St. WHEN IN NEED OF A TAXI OR YOUR BAGGAGE HAULED, CALL PHONE 805. PROMPT SERVICE. At. 4:00 a. m. Tuesday Sept. 25th. the stork visited the home of Rev. G. J. and Mrs. Fox and left a 12lb. boy. Mother and son are doing nicely and the proud father and pastor is wearing a broad smile. The Jass Band recently reorganized by Mr. F. Payne filled several out of town engagements last week. Mr. Henry Christy recently employed at the Beloit Gas Co. is now working for the Beloit Steam Laundry. Mr. H. Shelby for some time past on the staff of The Y. M. C. A. will be glad to greet his many friends in the Barber World at 449 St. Paul Ave. in the future. Miss Edna Strothers of Bushnell St. is now in Detroit for an indefinite stay. Many of the race were in attendance at the county fair this week. We are glad to announce the improved condition of Mr. Wm. Marzett. Mrs. Wagner of Johnson St. entertained on the afternoon of the 23rd. in honor of Mrs. Mitcham and father. Covers were laid for 18 in the party was the mother and father of the hostess. Mr. and Mrs. Stamper and Mr. and Mrs. White of Janesville. Mrs. G. J. Fox of 1449 Middle Ave. was the recipient of many pleasant callers last week. Mr. R. Gordon who spent several weeks visiting in Minn. is again in our midst. Mr. Gordon is a consistent member and officer of the Baptist Church. The services at the Baptist Church are greatly enriched by the devout singing of the splendid choir at each hour of worship. Mrs. Guyton who presides at the organ is a woman of deep piety and a musical director of ability. Her services are much appreciated by the officers of the church and the Pastor Rev. G. J. Fox. The Program of the B. Y. P. Sunday 6 p. m. was quite interesting and helpful. Mr. Gordon led the discussion on City Home and Foreign Missions. Mrs. J. E. Jinks on how to interest the church in missions. Each topic was discussed with much zest and vim by the several speakers. A large membership were present and a splendid offering was taken up. Rev. R. L. Guyton, Pres. and Miss Blanche Bandy, See. The Baptist Missionary Circle met at the home of Mrs. Marie McCordi's on the afternoon of Friday Sept. 21. Quite a number were present and much important business was transacted. The 5th Sunday in Sept. was decided on as the day for the pew rally and missionary sermon. Rev. Fox on account of urgent business has been unable to meet with the circle for two meetings but has arranged to be present at the next meeting at the home of Sister Victoria Bandys. Mrs. Taylor of Miss. is in the city to be at the bedside of her son Robt. who has been dangerously ill with pneumonia. We are glad to announce that the attending physician entertains high hopes of his recovery. In the whole of the state of Wisconsin there is no such thing as separate schools on color lines. Let not therefore the colored citizens of Beloit be the first to introduce it—a hint to the wise is sufficient. NO.16 Kentucky PEYTONTOWN, KY. Mrs. Homes of Lexington, Ky., was the guest of Mrs. Eliza Chambers, from Tuesday until Saturday. There was an ice cream entertainment at Deacon Burt Campbell's Sunday afternoon for the benefit of the church. Mrs. Lucy M. Kee left Sunday morning for Plain City, Ohio, to live. Misses Ossie Campbell, Hattie Campbell and Bettie Harris were in Richmond, Ky., Saturday. Miss Hannah Ballard of Richmond, Ky., was the guest of herunt, Mrs. Lucy White, Monday. The Church Aid Society is still at work. Miss Merritt J. White has been re-elected for President, also Mrs. Mary A. Teirs, as Vice-President. Mrs. Sarah B Miller and Mrs. Louisa Tinney attended Rev. T. H. Broaddus' birthday supper last Tuesday night. Mrs. Curry Harris is still on the sick list. WHITE HALL, KY. Blade New Service The Jack's Creek Home Makers' Club met with Mrs. L. Moran After hearing a splendid talk by the president a delightful luncheon was served. Rev. Z. Smith preached his farewell sermon at the Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday. He leaves White Hall for Lexington, Ky. to attend the Annual Conference. Misses Mary H. and Effie Taylor have returned home after spending the week end with their brother Mr. and Mrs. Sherley Taylor. Little Miss Rosa Menter has been elected president of the White Hall Juvenile society. Mrs. M. Fowler entertained the Juvenile society with a watermelon feast Saturday. Those present report a grand time. Misses Effie D. Taylor will leave Thursday for Four Mile, Ky. to attend Madison Co. Teachers' Association. The eighth day financial meeting begun at Cleveland, Ky. on Tuesday night. Conducted by Rev. Thos. Brown. Miss Minnie White spent Sunday with her parents. CHARGE NEGRO WITH SE DITION Springfield, Ill., James E. Henderson, well known Negro physician, was arrested by United States Marshal Dallman on a charge of sending seditious matter through the mails. Mr. and Mrs. J. Scott Mosley Milton St. Misses Elsie Walker, Annie Glenn, Messers H. D. Cajsey and Fields, Editor and Mrs. Josey were guests at dinner last Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Mosley. The occasion was enjoyed by both host and hostess. Mr. M. A. ALLEN Co. L. 25th. Infy. U. S. A. We were visited this week by Mr. M. A. Allen, who has seen service for more than seven years in U. S. Army. Being honorably discharged July 12th at San Francisco, Cal. He is wearing a badge as 1st class marksman. He is a man of extensive travel. 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. Staff Correspondents. A. W. KNIGHT, L. J. OUSLEY, I. T. BURRELL 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. THE LOST SMILE She was known as the sunshine maden. Till one day some gossiping women Caught up that smile in a snare. They told such terrible falsehoods About the sunshine maid, That after a feeble effort. The smile just had to fade. Now she looks like a lady of sorrow, So quiet she works all day. She's just as kind as she ever was, But the smile has faded away. Now listen, you gossiping women, Take heed to whatever you say. We need all the sunshine maidens, So don't take their sunshine away. —Ruth Hall, in Evening Wisconsin. BLADELETS Our advisers invite your trade. More girls are led astray by older women than by men. There are six working days to each week; do you realize it? The "know how" demands a greater financial return than the "do". The girl who can't live with her parents rarely remains with her husband. "It's human nacher to 'preciate a thing' 'cordin to its skarsity.'" What has become of the old fashioned girl who used to tell her mother everything? No question of politics, religion or science is ever too difficult of solution for the average barbershop or saloon habitue. Common sense and decency would suggest that confidences between husband and wife be confined to them. Even the law protects them. There is a darn sight more fun at a funeral and less expensive than at some bazaars and fairs we have attended. You will find the Blade for sale at Trotter & Hopkins, 222 E. Main St., and Hill's Grocery Co., 649 E. Dayton St. "THE WOMAN TEMPTED ME" A certain clerical gentleman of Milwaukee, charged with a criminal offense involving a married woman, and alleged to have admitted his guilt, pleads in extenuation the time-worn excuse: "The woman tempted me." This is by no means original with him. It is as old as Time itself. It was first used by Adam in the Garden of Eden in an effort to absolve himself of the consequences of his violation of God's command, and has been frequently resorted to since then by those who would escape the HOME OF UNITED CIVIC LEAGUE New York Organization Sattles In Fine Quarters. STANDS FOR EQUAL JUSTICE Thrifty Civic Body Founded by the Well Known John M. Royall Purchases and Equips Building For Larger Scope of Work—Motto of the League is "Pulling Together." New York.—At last the colored citizens of New York city have realized a long felt want, for they have now provided themselves with a modern and up to date clubhouse and will in the future make a specialty of providing suitable lodging rooms and board to representative men visiting and passing through the city. The handsome and modernly equipped building recently purchased at 184 West One Hundred and Thirty-fifth street is now ready and will be used for the con- [Name] PRESIDENT JOHN M. ROYALL. venience of the members of the United Civic league and the accommodation of the public. The league's building is without a doubt the only place in this big city offering the equipment and facilities it is provided with, and without doubt also shows the rapid strides of the United Civic league, which was founded by John M. Royall and a few other loyal citizens in 1913 for elective representation throughout the state of New York and the nation and for political justice and an equal administration of the laws. The large and lengthy basement can be suitably arranged for athletic events or for business purposes, while the main floor consists of reception and reading rooms and a large auditorium for entertainments and social functions. On the second floor there are extra large light rooms for office use with steam, light and janitor services included. Adjoining these to the rear are the large bathroom and the manager's room. The third floor has three finely furnished, large, light, airy rooms for gentlemen lodgers by day, week or month, and off these are a large dining room, pantry and kitchen, which are occupied by Caterer Watkins for serving business men's lunches and catering to spectal parties. The United Civic league's motto is "Pulling Together," and the officers are John M. Royall, president; W. H. Willis, first vice president; J. E. Earls, second vice president; Joseph L. Pritchard, treasurer; Henry D. Dolphin, secretary, and W. G. Isaacs, financial secretary. Board of governors are Benjamin F. Thomas, chairman; B. H. Lewis, vice chairman; J. C. Thomas, Sr.; John A. Ross, Charles H. Payne, W. H. Rhodes, V. T. Thomas, J. W. Rose, E. A. Johnson, John Plinizee, Philip A. Payton, George W. Royall, Philip M. Thorne, Sykes S. Beaman and Anthony McCarthy. John E. Robinson is the building secretary and manager. Having on its official staff this corps of business men, many who are merchants and representing the largest there is in the colored people's commercial life, the league will continue to add to its long list of achievements throughout the city and state. penalty of their deeds. It is the excuse of the coward, and home destroyers are usually cowards. We can conceive of nothing more detestible than the man, if he may be called a man, who violates the sanctity of another's home, and then seeks to escape the consequences of his act by blaming the woman. No real man will do it. Rather than an extenuation, such an excuse is an aggravation of the offense and stamps him who advances it as a scoundrel of the deepest dye. WOMEN LAUNCH CAMPAIGN AGAINST MOB VIOLENCE National and State Presidents of Women's Clubs Called to Washington. Washington.—Grieved and heartstick over the East St. Louis outrages, in which men, women and children were shot down like rats and their houses burned while United States soldiers and policemen, sworn to protect life and property, grinned when asked why they did not stop the shaughter, the women of this city have requested Mrs. Mary B. Talbert, president of the National Association of Colored Women, to come to Washington at once and to request the president of every other state federation to do the same. These women are called to take proper steps to put the question of lynching squarely before the American people. The organization has a membership of over 50,000 of the most cultured women of the race. Preparatory to the coming of the leaders outside of Washington the women here are going ahead, quietly but determinately, to set in motion a wave of sentiment that will become nation wide. The first step has been taken. It is made in the following call to prayer: To your knees! Don't stop praying until the voice of colored women is heard and their petition for the suppression of mob violence is accepted by the American people and lynchings and slaughter of human beings be made a crime instead of a thing to be grinned at by soldiers under oath to defend the honor of our country and in times of uprisings to do their duty bravely. These wrongs can and must be righted. The nearest way to the conscience of the American people is by way of the throne of God. We are going that way, and then we are going to put our appeal for Justice and protection under the law squarely up to the American people. We regret that this issue has been thrust before us when we are with the nations at war, but there will be no "world democracy" until the burning of innocent women and babies, aged men and innocent citizens of color is taken from the list of "sports" of civilized Americans. We propose to fight for our country to help against foes at home and abroad, to conserve its food and fuel supplies, and we believe that this right for democracy must begin at Jerusalem at home here in America. Therefore the women of this city assembled for prayer in the Metropolitan Baptist church Wednesday, July 11, at 6 a. m. The meeting lasted one hour. Every woman and girl was urged to attend. Those who could not attend were asked to spend a part of the hour in family and secret prayer. Don't stop praying. God has promised, and he is true. Don't stop praying. He'll answer you. Let everybody pray. Let every preacher "Lift up thy (his) voice like a trumpet, and show my people their transgression and the house of Jacob their sins." Among the most active leaders in this movement we note the names of Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, Miss Emma B. Hall, Miss Ida C. Plummer, Miss Marie A. D. Madre, Mrs. Mary E. Thompson, Mrs. Rosetta Lawson, Mrs. Lelia A. Pendleton, Mrs. Alma J. Scott, Mrs. Rebecca J. Gray, Mrs. Hannah McCarey, Mrs. G. Pelham and Dr. Whipper. IMPORTANT COMING EVENT. National Fraternal Congress to Meet at St. Louis Aug. 28. The National Congress of Negro Fraternities, which was organized at Cincinnati eighteen months ago, will hold its annual meeting in St. Louis for three days, beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 28. The officers of all grand lodges, mutual benefit societies and clubs are urged to have their organization represented by one or more delegates at the coming meeting. Joseph L. Jones of Cincinnati is president of the congress. Owing to the unusually unsettled condition of affairs both as they affect the nation and the race it is of the greatest importance that the race make an extra effort to get together for a calm and frank discussion of the many problems which confront the race at this time. T. J. Smith, box 215, Versailles, Ky., is secretary of the congress. Pittsburgh Regiment Almost Filled Company A. First Pennsylvania colored military regiment, Pittsburgh, attended the Duvall lectures given recently at the Watt school with much profit. The lectures were given in the form of a ride exhibition by Lieutenant Polindexter and Sergeant White HE LIVES IN SOULS HE INFLUENCED Dr. Moton and Others Tell at Hampton's Services How Late Head of Institute Strove to Serve Others—His Was Truly a Career of Accomplishment and Victory. By WILLIAM ANTHONY AERY. Hampton, Va.—Hollis Burke Frissell, beloved principal of Hampton Institute for nearly twenty-five years, and Samuel Chapman Armstrong, his soldierly predecessor, now rest side by side, as once they loyalty worked by day and by night to give all men, regardless of class or race, a new conception of education, "education for life." The funeral service, simple and impressive, which was held Wednesday, aug. 8, in the Hampton Institute Memorial church and in the small school cemetery, in memory of the life and work of Dr. Frissell, brought together on the lower peninsula of Virginia hundreds upon hundreds of thoughtful white and colored people, who paid tribute to one of America's leading statesmen educators. Dr. Moton's Tribute. Dr. Robert R. Moton, Hampton s former commandant, present principal of Tuskegee institute, delivered a forceful address on Dr. Frissell's service to the nation. Dr. Moton said: "This life which has gone out from us so recently is today manifesting itself in the acts and thoughts of other lives, of black men and red men and men of the white race also. I have never known and you have never known a more patient, a more simple, a more earnest, a more unselfish, a more Christlike character than Dr. Frissell. He was able, as no man I have ever known, to hide himself absolutely behind the great cause for which he worked. He thought nothing about himself, but he thought always of how he could serve. "The keynote of Dr. Frissell's life was the note of service to one's race, one's country, one's God. It was not arrowsed down to one or two races, but it included the human race—mankind wherever there was a chance to serve. Dr. Frissell's memory will always be revered by the millions' of Negroes whom he helped and by millions of white people, north and south, through whom he served and by thousands of Indians for whom he worked. Life of Victory "We should thank God for the great victory which is Dr. Frissell's and which is ours—the victory over prejudice, over selfishness, over littleness, the victory of patience, of simplicity, of life and of service. May those who are privileged to work for Hampton always be controlled, whether as trustees, teachers, students, graduates or friends, by this spirit of unselfish service to our fellow men." Dr. Thomas Jesse Jones, specialist in the education of racial groups in the United States bureau of education, Washington, D. C., formerly associate chaplain at Hampton institute, read the prayer which Dr. Frissell himself offered less than two years ago at the funeral service of Dr. Booker T. Washington. "Thanks be to God, who giveth us the victory"—with these words Dr. Frissell opened the service held in memory of Hampton's most distinguished graduate. These words were repeated again and again as an expression of Dr. Frissell's victorious life. Favorite Hymns. The Hampton school sang with rare feeling two Negro religious folk songs—"Swing Low, Sweet Charlot," and "My Lord, What a Morning"—which were dear to the heart of Hampton's principal. The Rev. Laurence Fenninger read appropriate selections from the Scriptures, and the Rev. Dr. Herbert B. Turner offered the closing prayer at the church service. Scores of floral pieces covered the casket—mute witnesses of the affection of white and colored people. The flowers were carried from the church to the cemetery by Hampton graduates. The funeral procession was headed by the well trained Hampton institute band. Then followed the Hampton cadets, the girl students, the funeral car, the flower bearers, officers of Battery D. Virginia field artillery and hundreds of Dr. Frissell's friends from far and near. The service at the grave included the commitment of the body by the Rev. Herbert B. Turner, prayer by the Rev. Laurence Fenninger and the singing of "My Faith Looks Up to Thee," "Taps" was sounded by Hampton's bandmaster, and again the battalion moved to the quickened step of martial music. Six Fowlers In Fifteenth Regiment. Mr. Benjamin Fowler, a well known resident of Glen Cove, N. Y., is receiving many congratulations because of the fact that his six sons have each enlisted in the town company of the Fifteenth regiment, N. Y. N. G. Their names are George, Richard, Barto, John, Benjamin and Howard Fowler. The boys were given a hearty sendoff by their parents and neighbors on leaving for the front. 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. Phone 4400 Madison Ga Com 126 East Gas & Gas Company East Main S The Oldest Trust Company in the State of Wisconsin The SavingsLoan&Trust Company &Trust Ladies C y When in at 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 E. B. Steensland, Pres. and Treas. W. A. P. Morris, Vice-Pres. J. G. O. Zehner, Vice-Pres. E. F. 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I have built my trust with a meritorious remedy and fair dealing: a trial is all I ask you to give G. S. Gold, druggists or I will send it prepaid, price $4.00 or better or 6 for $5.00. Always call on your drugist for G. S. before you order from me. Write to me for testimonials and mention this paper. L. M. GROSS 721 Spring Street LITTLE ROCK, ARK. --- IF YOU FAIL TO GET THE BLADE REMEMBER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IS UNPAID. Mr. P. W. Jett, Baraboo accompanied by his niece Miss B. Packett of St. Louis, Mo. spent Sunday in Madison. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Roberts entertained Mrs. Saddie Hickman at dinner last Sunday. Mrs. Hayes 235 State St. returned Sunday after spending a few days in Baraboo. Rev. Andrew N. Webb, en route from Annual Conference St. Paul stopped off at Madison on Monday paid the Blade office a visit, speaking very operist of the future. He was returning to Waukegan. The Ruth exercises at Mt. Zion Baptist Church on Sunday night was largely attended. R. N. G. M. Anderson acted as M. of C. P. M. N. G. Pheobia Lawrence and W. C. Hathe Buckner rendered solos. Mrs. Hattie Buckner and her daughter Miss Marion Buckner, W. C. and P. M. N. G. of Phylis Wheaty H. H. 4863 read very interesting papers at the Ruth exercises. Mrs. Albert Kinner who has been recuperating in Chicago at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Kinner, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Bufford, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Scott, arrived in Madison Wednesday as guest of our Editor and Mrs. Josey. If you fail to get the Blade remember your subscription is unpaid. CLEVELAND READY FOR ELKS. Lively Time Expected at Grand Lodge Meeting Aug. 26-30. Cleveland, O.-A genuine Buckeye welcome awaits the hundreds of delegates and visitors who will be here to attend the annual session of the grand lodge of Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks, which will be held in this city from Aug. 26 to Aug. 30. Local Elks have provided many diversions for the entertainment of the delegates and visitors. While there is much speculation and rivalry about the election of officers for the ensuing year, it is generally believed that Armand W. Scott of Washington will be re-elected as grand exalted ruler. Among the lodges clamoring for the honor of entertaining the 1918 session is Monumental lodge of Baltimore. This lodge is one of the largest in the order, has probably the finest home in the country and sends a large delegation to Cleveland in an effort to capture the next convention. Cuyahoga lodge of Elks and the local temple of Daughter Elks are making great preparations for the entertainment of the convention. The Rev. Riley Woodward of Portsmouth, Va., grand chaplain of the order, will preach the annual sermon at Cory M. E. church, Thirty-fifth street and Scovill avenue, Sunday evening, Aug. 26. A public reception will take place at St. John's A. M. E. church Monday night. Mayor L. Davis, Grand Exalted Ruler Armand W. Scott and City Councilman Thomas W. Fleming will be among the speakers. The first business session will be held at Gray's armory, Bollar road and Prospect avenue, Tuesday, Aug. 28. A parade will take place in the afternoon, with Charles C. Lancaster as chief marshal. A cabaret show takes place Wednesday night, and a grand ball will wind up the session the following night. VANDERVALL IS OPTIMISTIC. Plenty of Room In New Jersey For Migrants From the South. Commenting on the change of residence of so many colored people from the south to the north and west, Mr. James N. Vandervall, a well known influential and well to do business man of Orange, N. J., says: "The sudden infux of thousands of southern colored laborers to Newark, the Oranges and New York instead of creating a problem may prove a blessing. "There is room enough on the fertile plains of New Jersey for many thousands who are willing to work. With care and good judgment the colored people who came to this section from the south can make a handsome living on the farm and eventually become large landholders." Information on Food Conservation A press clipping bureau has been established at Washington in connection with the food conservation movement. Agents of the bureau will keep in touch with the masses of our people through the various annual gatherings of churches and societies and give information on all matters of food conservation. The bureau is in charge of graduates and former students of the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute. PROCLAMATION NO.1 Office of D. G. M.----Geo. T. Kersey On July 2nd a terrible race riot broke out in East St. Louis, Ill, and the lives of colored men, women and children were sacrificed, their homes and all their belongings were burned by a riotous mob. Babies were snatched from the arms of their fleeing mothers, thrown in the fire and burned. The Grand United Order of Odd Fellows had two good Lodges and Households of Ruth in the city, and a beautiful two story brick building for their home. One Lodge is destroyed and its members scattered. In spite of this terrible catastrophe the remaining members of St. George Lodge, No.1524, are trying to render assistance to the homeless members and save their building from being sold. A payment is now due. As a result of this riot members have died and their widows and orphans are in distress. Winter is near, fuel and houses must be provided. One member who defended himself and saved his life is in jail charged with murder. He must be defended. Bro, W, W, Buchanan, our Deputy District Grand Master lives in this city. His life and his WANTED Roomers. Neat, up-to-date ac commodations. Apply 235 State St One block of State Capitol. WHEN IN NEED OF A TAXI OR YOUR BAGGAGE HAULED, CALL PHONE 805. PROMPT SERVICE. BUY A CAMERA. HAVE YOUR WORK DONE BY THE PHOTO ART HOUSE, 212 STATE ST. Quick Service 224 State Street Quick Service Printing Co. 224 State Street, MILWAUKEE ORDERS BY MAIL By-Laws, Minutes, Business and Cards, Bills and Post Wedding Invitations and Ca ALL WORK GUARAN By-Laws, Minutes, Business and Professional Cards, Bills and Posters Wedding Invitations and Calling Cards ALL WORK GUARANTEED A Practical Printer, Twenty Years Experience ROBT. WHITE, Prop. Nathan Wilson, Mgr. Generel 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. Children's Wear—Knee Pants, Blouses, Hosiery and Shoes PHONE 3006 wife and children were saved by a miracle. He writes that financial aid is needed. Therefore, in view of these facts, and in keeping with the principles of our beloved Order to render assistance in time of need, I, George T. Kersey, District Grand Master of District Grand Lodge No. 9, comprising the jurisdiction of Illinois and Wisconsin, am issuing this proclamation to Lodges, Grand Master Councils, Patriarchs and Juveniles earnestly asking that liberal donations be given to assist relieving these needy members. Forward your donations by Money Order or Bank Draft to Bro. Chas. S. Smith, District Grand Secretary, Wilberforce, Ohio, who will mail you a receipt. A special committee will be appointed to disperse the funds. Given under my hand and the seal of District Grand Lodge, No. 9, G. U. O. of O. F., in Illinois and Wisconsin, this----day of September, 1917. George T. Kersey, District Grand Master. District Grand Secretary. HOME COOKED MEALS SERVED DAILY At 707 Regent St. your patronage solicited. Mrs. Moses Jefferson. HOME COOKED MEALS SERVED DAILY At 707 Regent St. your patronage solicited. Mrs. Moses Jefferson. e Printing Co. , MILWAUKEE BY MAIL business and Professional and Posters s and Calling Cards GUARANTEED 221 So. Wyman St., South of Interurban R.R.Sta. Prices 10-15-20 and up F. N. PAYNE, Prop. Kinky HAIR Grows Long, Soft & Silky by using EXELENTO QUININE POMADE which is a Hair Grower and stops falling hair, removes dandruff, cleans and feeds the scalp and makes the hair grow very fast. This is necessary before short nappy. Kinks may be made straight and long. Try a box. Price 25c by mail on receipt of stamps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write For Particulars EXELELENTO MEDICINE COMPANY Atlanta, Ga. CONVEYED COLORED Men and Women desiring income when sick or injured call ROOM 608 211 GRAND AV. and see Harvey Stith, colored Gen'l Agent of the NORTH AMERICAN LIFE & CASUALTY CO. who issues a sick and accident policy that will pay you for every day you are laid up, sick or injured. Office open daily, 7 to 9 o'clock, Wednesday and Saturday evenings. SUIT CASES TRUNKS TRAVELING BAGS and all kinds of Leather Goods Largest Stock in State Chas. Wehrmann & Son 116 King St. Phone 666 --- M. B. STORE ON AVENUE WISCONSIN The First National Bank MADISON, WISCONSIN United States Capital Surplus and Uncertainty OFFICERS A No. 144 United States Depository Surplus and Undivided Profits $440 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORR No. 144 States Depository and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 FICERS AND DIRECTORR United States Depository Capital Surplus and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 A. E. Proudfit President M. E. Fuller Vice-President E. B. Steensland Jas. B. Ramsay M. H. Sater, Bank of M. H. Sater, Assistant Cashier ank of Wiscons of Wisconsin Bank of Wisconsin 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 rewisefreshness Steam Dye Works Old Reliable." Established 1884. W. STRELOW, Prop. Phone 2485 Madison Stead "The Old Reliable 116 S. Pinckney St. W. STR THE Madison Steam Dye Works "The Old Reliable." Established 1884. Knney St. W. STRELOW, Prop. Madison Steam Dye Works THE STAR HAIR GROWER ```markdown ``` 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 St., Evanston Ill. Southern Branch, P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. N. C. Person days ea GROWE N. C. ALBERTA VILLA An Ideal Home For All Modern and Up - Located in the Residen Secure Reserv H. B. KI PHONE 1 501 Galena St. BERTA VILLA, MILWAUKEE, WIS. Ideal Home For the Traveling Public Modern and Up-To-Date Accomodations in the Residential Section of Milwaukee Secure Reservations in Advance H. B. KINNER, Prop. PHONE LINCOLN 2793L ena St.- Milwaukee, Wis. VILLA, MILWAUKEE, WIS. Home For the Traveling Public and Up - To - Date Accomodations Residential Section of Milwaukee Reservations in Advance A. B. KINNER, Prop. PHONE LINCOLN 2793L Milwaukee, Wis. ALBERTA VILLA, MILWAUKEE, WIS. An Ideal Home For the Traveling Public All Modern and Up-To-Date Accomodations Located in the Residential Section of Milwaukee Secure Reservations in Advance H. B. KINNER, Prop. PHONE LINCOLN 2793L 501 Galena St.- Milwaukee, Wis. Just the place for you to feel at home. Away from the noise of the city IDLEWILD HOTEL BEAUREGARD F. MOSELEY, Manager H GEORGE DAVENPORT, Assistant Manager Thirty-Third Street and Wabash CHICAGO, ILL. South Side Elevated, Indiana Avenue or State St. Carr you within a block of the hotel. Twenty Minutes to Principal Theatre All rooms have hot and cold running water, Telephone, El Steam Heat and Elevator Service day and night. Third Street and Wabash CHICAGO, ILL. On Side Elevated, Indiana Avenue or State St. Carry you within a block of the hotel. Twenty Minutes to Principal Theatre have hot and cold running water, Telephone, El Steam Heat and Elevator Service day and night. Street and Wabash Ave. CHICAGO, ILL. United, Indiana Avenue or State St. Cars take within a block of the hotel. Minutes to Principal Theatres and cold running water, Telephone, Electric Lights, and Elevator Service day and night. Thirty-Third Street and Wabash Ave. CHICAGO, ILL. South Side Elevated, Indiana Avenue or State St. Cars take you within a block of the hotel. Twenty Minutes to Principal Theatres All rooms have hot and cold running water, Telephone, Electric Lights, Steam Heat and Elevator Service day and night. ALL ROOMS WITH OUTSIDE EXPOSURE RATES PER DAY RATES PER WEEK 20 Rooms w Phones: Douglas 4676 a PER DAY $1.00 to PER WEEK $3.50 to 20 Rooms with Private Bath Douglas 4676 and 4677; Automat Y - - $1.00 to $3.00 K - - $3.50 to $12.00 Rooms with Private Bath 4676 and 4677; Automatic 47-302 RATES PER DAY - - $1.00 to $3.00 RATES PER WEEK - - $3.50 to $12.00 20 Rooms with Private Bath Phones: Douglas 4676 and 4677; Automatic 47-302 No.144 F. G. Brown, Vice-President F. W. Hoyt H. L. Moseley M. C. Clark, Cashier DRESS THE STAR HAIR GROWER. Mfr. Phone 2485 Good woolens are SOON going to be much higher because Uncle Sam is taking the wool for his soldiers The Largest Stock of Patterns in Madison - Good wool because Un The L 123 State St. "YO OFFICIAL DIRECTORY G. U. O. OF O. F. District Grand Lodge Officers, Illi- District Grand Master—George T. Kersey, 2961 South State St., Chicago, Ill. Deputy District Grand Master— W. W. Buchanan, 1712 Bond Ave., East St. Louis, Ill. District Grand Secretary—Chas. S Smith, 256 W. Court St., Paris, Ill. District Grand Treasurer—William Miller, 417 17th St., Cairo, Ill. District Grand Director—L. J. Ousley, 731 Church St., Beloit, Wis. —don't buy any fall clothes until you've seen the truly wonderful quality you can get for "Glasgow Tailors" Prices. The Time to "Buy Right" is Now "Right Now" is the Time to Buy $18 $15 $20 $22.50 THE Glasgow TAILORS District Most Noble Governor—Arretta Miller, 417 17th St., Cairo, Ill. District Right Noble Governor—Lou Ella Young, 3556 Forrest Ave., Chicago, Ill. District Worthy Recorder—Eva T. Dean, 708 N .Popular St., Champaign, Ill. District Grand Worthy Treasurer—Anna Vanderburg, 1188 W. Green St., Decatur, Ill. District Grand Directoress—Ella Harris, 518 Knowlton St., Rockford, Ill. District Grand Chaplain—Arlie Towels, Harrisburg, Ill. 10 Secretary on Fraternal Greeting—Mamie J. Blue, Jacksonville, Ill. Our columns are for the Ruths as well as for the Odd I fellows and it is our aim and object to serve the Sisters as well as the Brothers. Advertise your Rooms, Restaurants, Wants, etc., in the Wisconsin Blade Trade with the Merchants who ask for your patronage through the columns of the Blade. COHN'S GEN'L. STORE 754 W. Washington is offering bargains in goods for school children. C. J. McElrath Manager ONE" WANTED To find the whereabouts of my brother, Ben. Moss. When last heard of he was in Birmingham, Ala., 1906. He is a chauffer. His sister's name is Susie Moss. Any information given will be highly appreciated. Notify Amos Moss, 464 eth St. Milwaukee, Wis., or The Blade, Madison, Wis. K CI Quality ICE CREAM Zilisch Pu PHONE 979 629 BROWN The 206 East Lowest Prices TRAVELING GO SATCHELS A Zilisch Pure Milk Co. PHONE 979 629 W. WASHINGTON AVE. BROWN The Trunk Man 206 East Main Street Lowest Prices on All Kinds of TRAVELING GOODS, TRUNKS, SATCHELS AND VALISES Phone Calumet 3052 BELMOND SAM LANG Undefeated Heavyweight CABA BELMONT CAFE SAM LANGFORD, Prop. Undefeated Heavyweight Champion of the World 3035 So. State Street North American Life & Casualty Co. The Oldest Casualty Company in the Northwes Benefits range from $15 to $130 per month accorang to occupation and amount of Premium paid. Protect your wages with one of our Combination Health and Accident Policies. Office open Wednesdays and Saturdays Evenings HOVEY STITH, Gen'l Agt. Room 608, 211 Grand Ave. MILWAUKEE RESTAURANT When in Milwaukee visit the ELITE CAFE Meals at all hours Lunches 10-15-20c and up ROBERT WHITE, Prop. 267 Fourth St. St. Benedict Settlement 823 Winnebago Street Milwaukee, Wis. Home for Colorec Working Girls and Women Strang- ers in the City. Either Catholic or Protestants All Are Welcome Either with or without means MRS. L. DUNCAN Milwaukee, Wis. Keep Your Voice Clear, Use LEWIS' VEGETABLE THROAT GARGLE 25 Cents Lewis' Drug Store Phone Grand 3529 North American Life & Casualty Co. of Minneapolic, Minn. HOVEY STITH, Gen'l Agent Room 608, 211 Grand Av. MILWAUKEE Houses, Flats and Furnished Rooms for rent to colored people re Milk Co. W. WASHINGTON AVE. e Trunk Man Main Street on All Kinds of FOODS, TRUNKS, AND VALISES NT CAFE FORD, Prop. At Ghampion of the World ARET S. BENISH Meat Market FANCY CUTS A SPECIALTY Poultry,Game,Oysters in Season 720 Winnebago St. Tel. Grand 2194 Milwaukee PHONE 805 140 S. Blair Street VERGES TRANSFER LINE Prompt Taxi Service 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 JNO. W. HILL Staple and Fancy Groceries Delivery to all partss of city 649 E. DAYTON ST. Phone 7975 Madison, Wis. PHONE GRAND 4494 X Furnished Rooms By Day or Week with Bath Rev. E. W. Thomas. Prop. 602 Cedar St. Cor. 6th St. MILWAUKEE. High Class Cabaret CHICAGO, ILL.