Wisconsin Weekly Blade

THE WISCONSIN Speaking of patriotism, what is the matter with the Eighth regiment? Aside from being the leaders in the fighting line, they have subscribed the largest amount, to the Liberty Bonds of any regiment in the service. The free dispensary department of the Provident Hospital is very much in need of funds, after an earnest appeal by the management, many clubs were formed for the purpose of raising the sum; As usual many of the wealthy friends of the race responded, and to date there has been quite ao large amount subscribed; May the many contributors of this worthy movement, ever be prosperous. There ars so many important events, and good opportunities to be given the race in the near future, that all should subscribe for the Blade and keep posted. After spending four weeks visiting her mother in the Capitol City, Mrs. Lottie H. Miller and Nelson F. Miller returned home, to the regret of her many friends. Mrs. Miller was taken ill and confined to her bed and after a very painful operation, glad to say, is now on the road to recovery. St. Monica H. H. Ruth 5062 met on the first Wednesday, had a splendid meeting and can boast of two distinguished visitors: Mr. Geo. T. Kersey, District Grand Master and P. M. V. P. R. W Wells. After listening to the inspiring remarks from the brothers, the H. H. proceeded to serve refreshments. St. Monica is always glad to welcome visitors. The American Beauty Charity Club met Tuesday Oct. 9th, at the residence of Mrs. Lillians Basey. The following ladies served a dainty luncheon. Mrs. Jennings, Mrs. Jessie Pinkhard and Mrs. Francis Blanchard. Next meeting Tuesday Oct. 23rd at Mother Quinton's, 3892 State St. The Naomi Household of Ruth No. 1073 G. U. O. O. F. met Friday. Oct. 12th, 1917 with a large attendance. Much business was transacted. The sick list is very small. Mrs. Maggie Banks has returned from an extended trip East where she has been visiting relatives and reports a pleasant trip. Mrs. Jessie L. Page of Florida, was a visitor at our last meeting and gave an interesting talk regarding our relation to the new comers from the South. The grim reaper of Death has visited us twice in one week, taking from us Inmate Julia Ware, and Bro. Isaac Smith. Both funerals were held Sunday Oct. 14th, 1917. The Household has organized a Drill Corps with Mrs. Love as Captain. Miss Luberry, supervisor of the Junivelle invited all the Inmates to visit them the 3rd Saturday in Oct. Cupid has been busy lately and has captured two Inmates namely. Mrs. Sallie Allen and Miss Mamie Jordan. There is nothing more gratifying than to have the power to overcome all obstacles in your path-way to success. This is demonstrated through the work and efforts of Dr. Gloster R. Bryant and his congregation of the St. Luke M. E. church. Dr. Bryant was called to this pastorage April 3rd 1917. He found a membership of 100. He speedily set to work to increase his membership, to enfuse new life and to make his church solid or a financial foundation. Dr. Bryant through his consistent efforts succeeded in securing the magnificent stone church, 33rd and South Park Ave. This church was recently accpied by the white M. E. church. The church extension board is (Continued on Page 3.) Rev. George J. Fox of Immanuel Baptist church, Beloit, was here during the past week in attendance upon the Wisconsin Baptist convention. The family of Rev. J. I. Morley of St. Marks A. M. E. church have arrived and are domiciled at the parsonage. A most charming and delightful member of the younger set is Miss Lottie Jackson. We believe she is still unattached, boys. Prof Maxwell N. Hayson delivered an able and interesting lecture at St. Mark's church on the 11th inst. Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Latham have moved to 88 Reservoir Ave., where they are more comfortably situated and will be pleased to see their many friends. Our advertisers solicit your trade. Mrs. Elizabeth Bland has been quite sick but is now much improved. Mr. J. B. Leflit, "John" as he is best known to his intimates, is a staunch supporter of every worthy cause. Milwaukeeans are by no means "E Z Marks" but when approached with proper credentials readily respond to any cause. Some day you may need the "Blade" as a medium of publicity. Support it now with your subscription. The Phyllis Wheatly Art Club holds its first "Opera Meeting" Thursday evening at the residence of Mrs. Lawson Ford. After the regular services at St. Mark's church Sunday morning past, Mr. P. C. Clark presented a pulpit bible to the church. The post-nuptial reception recently tendered Mrs. Dean Mohr, ne'e Jessica Burgette by her parents, was very largely attended by the elite of the city. Many valuable and useful presents were received. By no means the least influence for good in this community is Calvary Baptist church under the leadership of Rev. S. Russell. Mr. John A. Hall has enlisted in the 8th Illinois Regiment and is now in Texas. Mr. and Mrs. O. W. Horton are now residents of Chicago at 814 E. 41st. Mrs. Horton will be missed in the Cream City as she was one of the leaders in club and social work. She was president of Womens' Federation of Wisconsin. Editor J. Anthony Josey and Rev. G. J. Fox was guest at dinner on Thursday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Sykes. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Peterson are making their home in Milwaukee now. They are receiving a very hearty welcome from their many friends. Mr. Q. Johnson, Sixth St., is able to be out after a very severe attack of rheumatism. Sunday Oct. 21st, is rally day in the Sunday School of St. Mark A. M. E. church. It is hoped that many old members will be regained and new ones added to the school. Seargent Wynne of Des Moines, Ia., was here Sunday visiting his wife and baby at the home of his mother-in-law, Mrs. A. Bland, Prairie St. Mr. Henry Washington, well known in Madison and Milwaukee, was among the Chicago boys who left for Texas last week. The Phyllis Wheatly Art club will hold their open meeting at the home of Mrs. L. Ford, Winnebago St., on Thursday evening. The Be Square needle work club have resumed their work after a very pleasant vacation. The girls have seemed to take up various new lines of work this winter. Miss M. Camunack, president of the club will give instructions in knitting. BUY A LIBERTY BOND NSIN WEI MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, OCTOBER. 18. 1917 7,000 NEGROES TO CAMP DODGE Camp Dodge, Des Moines, Ia. Official advices received here are to the effect that 7,000 Alabama Negroes will report for service in the national army here beginning Oct. 27th. Orders have also been issued for the mobilization here of the first considerable number of Negroes drafted from Iowa, Minnesota, and the section of Illinois sending men to Camp Dodge. About 100 Illinois Negroes will be included. Capt. J. N. Andrews, a Minnesota reserve officer, was arraigned before a court matial this morning charged with conduct unbecoming to an officer and absence without leave. Commissions were distributed Monday to 687 Negro officers who have been in training all summer at Fort Des Moines. Of the number 160 are captains, 320 first lieutenants, and 198 second lieutenants. They will be assigned to duty at all cantonments where Negro troops are to be trained. NEGRO NATIONAL ARMY MEN TO BE CALLED THIS MONTH Washington, D.C. Orders calling out the remaining quotas of Negroes for the first national army and assigning all the men to the camps in which they are to be trained will be issued some time this month. CITY GETS FIRST NEW NEGRO POLICE Kansas City, Mo. For the first time since 1910 ansas City, Kas., today has negro policemen. In response to a law passed by the last legislature stipulating that the negro population of the city should be given representation on the police force, Mayor Mendenhall appointed three negroes to be patrolmen. SPECIAL MENS' MEETING 531 Gelena St. Milwaukee. There will be a mens' meeting in the lecture room of the Youngmens' Christian Association, 531 Galena St., Sunday afternoon at 4 P.M. for the purpose of perfecting the organization and arranging for active Y. M. C. A. work with other valuable considerations concerning the association. Dr R. H. Baylor, Pres., Dean Moore See'y., E. L. Hicks, Gen'l, See'y CRYSTAL ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Buford, 2525 Warren Ave., Chicago, Ill One of the daintiest affairs of the season, and in fact that has ever been witnessed on the West side was the 15th anniversary celebration of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Buford. The house was exquisite in its decorations, the color scheme being orange, yellow and lavender intertwined with oak leaves and holly. It was an occasion that will long be remembered by those present, the guest consisted of several out of town friends and relatives. Friends of both races shared in remembering them by sending presents. The long table was loaded with expensive cut glass which bespeak the high esteem in which Mr. and Mrs. Buford are held. Prof A. V. Turner rendered a violin solo accompanied by his wife, Mrs. A. V. Turner "The Nightengale" thrilled her hearers in the renditions of a solo. Prof. Oscar Martin Turner is a master on the ebony keys and as a teacher, has made success. The table was laden with toothsome dainties such as always adorns the wedding board. The guest vived each with the other to make the occasion an evening of continual enjoyment. Many were the congratulations extended to Mr. and Mrs. Buford for another 15 years journey over the matrimonial sea. All are invited. M. B. H. Serves seven years as president of Woman's Club. Milwaukee, Wis. Oct. 5th. The following report and annual address was made by Mrs. Carrie S. Horton, President of the Woman's Improvement Club of this city: "One year ago you entrusted to me the responsibility of serving you as president for the sixth time and as I come to you tonight, I bring the report for the closing of the seventh year's work. At the time of my last election, I begged you for your co-operation and assistance. The response to my appeal has been hearty and generous. No president could have had more responsive committee members and chairmen. It is a fitting and most pleasant duty to thank all of the officers for their untiring efforts to make the work a success, for without them we could have done nothing." My thanks are also due the members who have at all times been willing to give their counsel and encourageing words in planning the work, and whose ideas have been for the caring out the object of the organization rather than self representation and unmerited praise. The loyal members I need not call by name, nor point out to others. It has been my constant endeavor to discharge my duties with loyalty to the cause and devotion to the vision of our possibilities. And in this spirit I hereby submit by annual report: As president I have presided over all the meetings of the year with the exception of three, which were conducted by our efficient vice president during my absence from the city; I have represented our Club at the Chicago City Federation at each of its quarterly meetings except one, giving reports and endearing to add our quota to its interest: Have met the West Side Charity Workers Conference three times during the year, and as registered a member.. Had the pleasure of lestening to some of the best physicians, of the city on each occasion; Have responded to the requests of the Associated Charities, by assisting in making investigations and also securing positions and have received help through the Association in many ways for the unfortunate of our race and wish to state that in each case presented, due consideration has been given by the Association. Have received and accepted invitations to attend meetings of the Wisconsin Woman's Committee of National Defense, and tickets to a photoplay presented by the white women's clubs of the state, which was considered very instructive to mothers. These cordial welcomes and gracious hospitalities received are most greatly acknowledged; Have had counsel with the Ways and Means, Publishing, Program, Civic, Art and Industrial, Sick and Destitute, and Mothers' Meeting Committees and feel that most of them have done their whole duty, which reflects credit; Our Mothers' Meeting Committee he'd several meetings to help MRS WEEKLY BLADE :: HORTON MAKES AN NUAL ADDRESS MILWAUKEE -- MADISON -- BELOIT and encourage mothers, especially the new comers into our community. The Siek and Destitute Committee has given moral and financial help to eighteen families, two institutions and one unfortunate woman in prison. The Program Committee has furnished some very interesting programs for the club meetings and has held four public meetings during th year, namely the exposition last November, which brought together all the clubs of our city in demonstrating the art and industrial ability of our women, which was a wonder to the large crowds that gathered to see what was really being done by the clubs and which left with us many compliments as well as dollars and cents to foster our work. When the call was sent out by the president of the National Ass'n. of Women's Clubs to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fredrick Douglass and at the same time to raise funds to perpetuate the Douglass home as a memorial to the Race, our Club caught the inspiration at once, and held an enthusiastic meeting, as a result of which $25.00 were raised for this fund. This will cause the name of the WOMAN'S IMPROVEMENT CLUB to be enrolled upon on a parchment along with other organizations, states and individuals, to be hung upon the walls of the Douglass Home, so that in years visitors to the shrine will see that the Woman of Wisconsin are loyal to the Race. The other social affairs given by the Program Committee during the year have proven financially successful; Through the Siek and Destitute Committee we have made forty visits to the siek, caring fruit and flowers and encouraging words and counsel when needed and making special visits to the county institutions; Acting upon the advice of our legal advisor we became incorporated in the State of Wisconsin, which gave us protection under the law and a better influence in the community; We were represented upon the committee of 100 to raise funds to erect a monument to Abraham Lincoln, and contributed $5.00. We have written letters throughout the state, urging our women to organize clubs with the ultimatum of organizing a State Federation in view, as the present crisis overhanging our country, has shown to wisdom and urgent necessity of the immediate solidifying of our women so that we can do more effective work in our State. Aside from the local charities this year, we have contributed to the Noxbee Industrial School, at Macon, Miss., two barrels of clothing amounting to $25.00. Sent to the Fredrick Douglass Memorial Home Fund $25.00; Raised for the Lincoln Monument Fund $5.00; Donated to the Northwestern Federation of Women's Clubs $2.00. Total amount contributed out of town $57.00. Blade 4 Raised during the year $208.55 Balance in treasury 9.72 In the bank 5.48 Art Department 5.38 Total balance $20.58 Your president must give largely of her time and energy to the desk work and details of the administration, but she will fail you if she cannot find time to look at the work as a whole, and study to find what points need strengthening. What material and spiritual qualities we need in order to grow into greater fitness for service and to justify by our deeds our usefulness to the community. Some of these needs I wish to emphasize as follows: One of our first and greatest needs is co-operation. Let chairmen of committees meet their members, talk of the work assigned them, put their thoughts together and let each department plan and study how to do more effective work efficiently on a broader scale, and become an important exponent to the club so ```markdown ``` 7,000 Members. NO.19 that when these various factors report, the meetings will be enthusiastic. The work in which we are engaged, we need to realize the great power of a broad knowledge of discipline. Another is self improvement. Much could be said under this head, but will say that one cannot give that which she does not possess. In helping others, let us not forget to help ourselves, as this is an age of great development. Let us organize various kinds of study classes. Those who are not in need of such study as we may persuase, could loan their assistance to improve others. In order to fulfill our object, we must as individuals and an organization cultivate certain qualities of mind and heart and must have a great motive force to guide us in all our actions. It seems to me, the three great qualities which we especially need to acquire are Sanity, Modesty and Courage. Sanity of mind which is the fruit of knowledge and experience that meets the vexing problems with eagerness of mind, and breadth of vision. A sanity which comes from living on the mountain top of live and seeing things in their proper relation. We need modesty because we are not as efficient as we should be. Let us be modest of our past accomplishments and future possibilities. Above all let us be courageous, determined to face the situations of life with a firm belief in Humanity, with a brave heart, brave to battle against every wrong, brave to face misunderstanding or ridicule if only our course be just, brave to do right as God gives us to see it; In attacking our tasks, we truly need sanity, modesty and courage, but these will be cold and lifeless unless warmed by loving sympathies and consideration. This love will controll our unruly tongues and purify our uncharitable thoughts. Where Love is, there God is and where God is, there is inspiration and achievement. Again I thank you for your consideration and realizing as I do that the great benefits, courtesies and honor I have received since I have tried to serve you, has come through you because of your organized efforts and tonight I come with the deepest gratitude in my heart with love to all and malace toward none, I beg leave to remain. yours very respectfully Carrie Horton, 431 Eighth St. WHITE MAN GUILTY IN RACE RIOT CASES Belleville, Ill. The first white men to go to trial on charges growing out of the East St. Louis race riots of last July were found guilty by a jury in the Circuit court this afternoon. The jury was out two hours. Ten Negroes were found guilty last Sunday, and each was given an indeterminate sentence of fourteen years. Similar terms of imprisonment were fixed against the two white men found guilty today. The men convicted are Herbert Wood and Leo Keane, jointly charged with the murder of Scott Clark, a Negro, who died four days after the riot of July 2 as a result of injuries received in the rioting. Witnesses for the state testified that Wood and Keane were arrested as they were dragging Clark along the street by a rope which had been fastened about his neck. Keane is only 17 years old. Next Monday three more white men will be placed on trial on charges growing out of the riot. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH FAIR POSTPONED TO Monday and Tuesday nights, Oct. 22nd and 23rd. Admission Free Musical Concert, Refreshments. Public is cordially invited. Missionary circle. Mesdames Prevatt, Pres., G. E. McFarland, Sec'y, Rev. S. Russell, pastor. The Wisconsin Weekly Blade 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. U.S.O. H. DE REEF. Contributing Editor. MILWAUKEE BRANCH H. B. Kinner. Staff Correspondents. A. W. KNIGHT, L. J. OUSLEY, I. T. BURRELL Traveling Representative. One year ..... $1.50 Six months ..... 1.00 Three months ..... 50 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. "Do not look for wrong and evil, You will find them if you do. Look for goodness, look for gladness, You will find them all the while, If you bring a smiling visage To the glass, you'll get a smile." BLADELETS Let's have team-work. Your "bit" is as much needed as that of any other man. If you are ashamed of your race, then strive to make it worthy of your respect. To some colored people a white face is a badge of superiority, and a black face the reverse. Self respect and a common-sense knowledge that man's respect is worth having are a girl's best protection. If lovers quarrel before marriage ever mere trifles, what will they do when face to face with the serious problems of life? "Hot Blooded Girl Paints Pearls" runs a headline. We have known some of them to paint their cheeks and lips and even the town. No real man will plead "she tempted me" when his escapades are brought to light, and we have no patience with the "skunk" who does. According to a late news report, even Kansas is now objecting to the presence of colored troops. It is beginning to look that there will be nowhere for them to train except in Berlin, unless the Kaiser objects. "Well directed curiosity discovers new worlds, but her idle sister is the maker of gossip and the handmaiden of slander." The curiosity of Newton gave us the law of gravitation; of Columbus, a new world; of Edison, the phonograph and the hidden secrets of the electric spark. Unfortunately for the word, the desire to pry into the private affairs of another is also called curiosity. "I wonder how that marriage has turned out? I had my doubts and fear; at the time," said the idly curious. The answer is made by one who does not wish to disappoint, and so the story starts. It may be the happiest marriage on earth but divorce and scandal are soon whispered about. "I am curious to know. If it concerns you or the public good, you have a right to know; otherwise what you call curiosity is a sly, cruel prying into another's affairs, and when mankind advances far enough, they will make an assault upon the body. THE COLORED TROOPS FIELD'S IN THE LIME LIGHT FIELD'S IN THE LIME LIGHT We understand that the war department has decided to train the drafted colored men—those Americans whose registration cards were torn off at the corner—at the various cantonments and then mobilize them into a distinct division by themselves. Of course the commander, brigade and regimental officers, or at least the most of the latter, will be white men drawn from the regular army. A few majors and all of the company officers will be supplied from the more than a thousand colored men who have been in training at De Moines for the past three months. Under the circumstances, this is not much worse than we had hoped. In fact, it is even better than some of us expected. Certainly, it is more than we would receive if certain influences at work had prevailed. Many loud mouth patriots there are who would prefer to lose this war without the colored man's assistance than to win it with his help. They would denominate it a "white man's war" rather than an "American War." To be fair, however, we must admit that there are few, if any, among us who possess the training and experience to command a brigade or even a regiment. That it is not our fault makes it none SCISSORED THOUGHTS Kansas City Sun — It is sheer folly to think that there will ever be a race war in this country. The Negroes are not dreaming of such concerted action against their fellow-citizens. They are peaceable and long-suffering by nature and for this cause they are so frequently made the target of bloodthirsty demons who revel in the agony of those who are helpless. Chicago Tribune—Immediately upon our declaration of war German spies attempted to start a Negro rebellion in the south. Everywhere Negroes hooted the spies The draft came, and Negroes stood up to it like men. There were anti-draft commotions among I. W. W.'s, Indians, aliens, and Americans of native stock, but none among Negroes. Of many races the black was the whitest. The Saturday News—Secretary Baker has learned what a number of white people already know, even though very few of them have the courage to acknowledge it, and that is the Negro will not bite; that his black will not rub off, and that he, offering his life Shines students' shoes, but outshines them in school. That a colored boot-black who shines university students' shoes should at the same time out-shine his patrons in the class-room is hard to believe until convinced by actual facts of such an example. But that is just what Ardennis B. Fields, a colored lad employed in the H. E. Prouty shoe shining parlors on State street has donat both the Kansas State Normal school and the University of Kansas, and what he says he is going to repeat at the University of Wisconsin this year. Coming Booker T. Washington To talk with this ambitious young colored man would suggest in the shining light of the boot-black and scholastic professions the possibilities of another Booker T. Washington. Ardennis hails from Katsa. City where he has had to put up a hard fight for his education. For two years he was assistant PROF. MAXWELL NICY HAYSON AT ST. MARKS A. M. E. CHURCH, Milwaukee. Wis. Prof. Hayson, that cosmopolitan poet, author and lecturer, delivered one of his unexcelled lectures from the rostrum of St. Marks church in Milwaukee on Thursday last. His reasoning powers were only excelled by his command of the English pollysylables, often losing his audience by his frequent use of Latin and Greek. His points were all well taken and showed him to be the master of his subject. We hope to secure his services in Madison soon. the less true. With so many of their number lieutenants, captains and even majors, the opportunity will be offered, to disprove that oft repeated slander of white men that "Negroes make good soldies only when officered by white men." It is never to be understood that we favor, or even cease to object to, separations on racial lines in public service. We are now, and always shall be, opposed to such distinctions between citizens. But if there is to be a separation, if colored men are to be segregated in ever so small a unit, we prefer to have them all put together in the biggest unit of which their combined numbers will admit. It is thus they will best demonstrate to their detractors the absolute fallacy and injustice of any separation at all. And so, under the circumstances only, we welcome the decision of the war department to organize a "Brunette Division." We entertain no doubt of the report they will give of themselves. As the Milwaukee Sentinel recently expressed it: "Those who know from personal experience in wars in which colored troops were tried out in battle, tell us to take note of 'Uncle Sam's Brunettes when they go over the top.'" and his strength for the defense of his country, should be entitled to some of the comforts and emoluments attendant upon his great and patriotic sacrifice. Milwaukee Free Press—France rightly estimates the quality of the Negro, and welcomes her African legions to the bloody fray. The annals of the civil war, when no colored troops ever flinched or quailed, settle the question of the Negro fighter. We will do well to make room for as many blacks as care to fight with us, since only discipline is needed to fit them for effective soldiers—and discipline is what they chiefly need as men. Atlanta Independent—It is the duty of the state to afford every white child and every white parent the broadest opportunity to develop the most useful and helpful character, and that duty is equally as binding upon the state in the interest of the black man and his child. There should be no race or color in the administration of the law. Every individual should be a citizen, and the same amount of money should be appropriated and the same opportunity afforded for the development of black character and usefulness, as for the development of white character and usefulness. professor in Botany at the Kansas State Normal and later attended the University of Kansas where he shined in his studies, shined shoes during his spare time, and even shined in the literary limelight. He walked off with a scholarship, and says he will strive for a similar prize at Wisconsin. Outshines in Botany. He will enter the College of Letters and Science the middle of the present month, and will major in Botany. Botany and research work have the interest of the shine artist, and it is here where he outshines his co-workers scholastically. During vacations he takes long trips through the East doing various kinds of research work. Prodigies may come and prodigies may go, but the shine artist who shines students' shoes to defray the expenses of attending the university where he outshines them scholastically, is deserving of some commendation from the students in whose midst he shines.—Wis State Journal. REV. A. W. HERRIN of Milwaukee, Pastoring 2nd Baptist Church Racine, Wis. The Blade congratulates the good people of Racine upon securing the services of such worthy sheperd as Rev. Herrin. For more than 12 years he has been in the christian Ministry. Being associated with such divines as Revs. G. J. Fox, Beloit, and S. Russell. Milwaukee. The Ministry can not boast of a more honest, trustworthy man than Rev. Herrin. We trust that he will meet with unlimited success in his new field. BELOIT, WIS. Blade News Service. The funeral of John S. Nickelson, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Nickelson of Race street was held Tuesday afternoon from the A. M. E. church. Mr. Nickelson took sick Oct. 3rd and died Oct. 14th. He had been a Christian 3 years and was a kind, obedient and loving child to his parents, and also had the confidence of his employers. The funeral was conducted by Rev. G. J. Fox, assisted by Rev. Mitcham of the A. M. E. church. Mr. Nickelson is from Slocum, Alabama. Mrs. Gray, mother of Mr. John Monemus of Windsor, Canada, is making her home in Beloit. We welcome her in our midst. Miss Edna Miss Edna Strothers who has spent several weeks visiting in Detroit, Mich., returned to the city on the 16th. Mrs. Paul Strothers is able to be out after a short illness. Mrs. G. E. McFarland is very impressed with Beloit and the prospects for the Baptist work here and the race in general. Rev. W. L. Williams and Mr. W. Everton are the nimrods of the race in this section. Thus far there deadly aim has landed them much game. Rev. G. J. Fox spent several days in Milwaukee last week in addition to his attendance at the Baptist convention, where he was in conference with the State Board. He called on Rev. S. Russell and Rev. Herrin and consulted with them upon matters of importance to the race and denomination in the state. In company with Mr. J. A. Josey, with which the world will be apprised of was transacted. He was shown through the laundry plant, conducted by Mr. H. B. Kinner, and was given royal luncheons by many of the Cream City's prominent citizens. While in the city, he was the guest of Mr. W. P. McFarland and Mr. H. B. Kinner and Editor J. A. Josey. He returned to Beloit on the afternoon of Saturday and was greeted by a large and appreciable audience. The S. S. and B. Y. P. V. of Emmanuel Baptist church continues to grow both in interest and numbers. Sunday night witnessed another inspiring and helpful program. The subject being: "Let the word dwell----" was ably handled by Bros. Guyton and Cook. Mr. Douglas of W. Broad St..toured the state recently on importance. Among the cities visited were La Cross, Fond du Lac and Green Bay. OSHKOSH NEWS TO THE BLADE Oct. 14th 1917. Mrs. Irvin Mathews of Fond du Lac, will spend a few days of this week in this city, the guest of Mrs. E. D. Clendonon. Mrs. John W. Smith and Mrs. Fred Brushel are visiting relatives and friends near Shawno and Gresham. Wis. they will return about Oct. 15th. Mrs. Charley Ferry spent Sunday at Clintonville, Wis. Mr. Ferry has the plastering contract on a large building in that city. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smith were the proud receivers of a well cooked box of delicatessens from Mrs. Norman Person of 3805 Rhodes avenue, Chicago, Saturday and we are very thankful to her. They will certainly be used for the purpose they were sent for. Mr. J. H. Smith, Mr. A. Campbell and Mr. F. W. Lewis have gone to Chicago for a five day vacation. Mr. Smith's health is greatly improved, but he regretted that he could not get there in time to say good-by to his son Will, "who left the day before his arrival with the Eights" for Texas. Mr. C. A. Scott was in the city for a few hours this week. He was entertained by Mr. A. Henderson. Miss Myrtle Mulien of Manitowoe, Wis.. spent a few days in the city visiting her aunties, Mesdames Mullen and Washington. Mrs. Furgerson and Mr. and Lac were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Francis of Fond du Mrs. E. D. Clendenon on Broad Sunday. You will find the Blade for sale at Trotter & Hopkins, 222 E. Main St., and Hill's Grocery Co., 649 E. Dayton St. 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 Gas & Elec Company 126 East Main Street The Oldest Trust Company in the State of Wisconsin The SavingsLoan&Trust Company Steensland Building, Madison, Wis 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. R. Steensland, Pres. and Treas. W. A. P. Morris, Vice-Pres. J. . . O. Zehner, Vice-Pres. E. F. Riley, Sec'y and Trust Officer. I. M. Kittleson, Assistant Sec'y. W. D. Curtis Stanford P. Starks A. E. Proudfit A. F. Menges S. T. Swansen Herman Pfund THE HOME OF Fine Stationery Office Supplies Greeting Cards of all kinds Job Printing--Seals--Stencils H. C. NETHERWOOD PRINTING CO. 24 N. Carroll Street s & Electric pany HOTEL DOUGLASS Phone Belle 3383 510 Elm St. An Ideal Home for the Traveling Public Ladies Cafe in Connection When in Rockford Register at the Douglass S. L. HODGES, Proprorjet 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 Clothes Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired While You Wait JOE'S STORE ELVER HOUSE BASEMENT Opposite C. & N.W. Depot PELLAGRA GS is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any case of Pellagra, Rheumatism, Systolic Screafolia, Eczema, Constipation or any Nood, liver or kidney disease, or your dollar returned then. Why suffer or pay big bills? Take expensive trips or read with no assurance, if not benefited, by getting money refunded. I have built my trade with a meritorious remedy and fair dealing a trial is all I ask you to give G. S. Sold or purchased, and will send it prepaid, price $1.09 per bottle 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. --- Kentucky MAYSVILLE, KY. Rev. J. Hathaway of Lexington while enroute to Germantown where he is the pastor, performec the marriage of Mr, Willie An derson and Mrs. Emma Wilson of Hickory Ridge. Bourbon Co. while the train was passing through a tunnel near Pleasan Valley on the way to Maysville The couple went to West Virginiz to visit the groom's father for their honeymoon trip. Misses Anna Bell Fox and Flore Bell Hall have been visiting ir Springfield, Ohio, where thes stopped with sfrs. Lenora Jack son Paxton, Seott M. E. Church is being re- modeled. It has been needing # new coat, of paint on the inside for some time and we will soon be ready to go in the basement. IRVINE, KY. Mrs. Hannah Miller and Mrs Annie Phelps cf Chicago, Il. are visiting Mrs, Kattie Park of Irvine, Ky. There was a successful revival meeting beld in Irvine and_ six converts were baptised last Sun. day. Mr. J. B, Calimess, who has been on the sick list is rapidly im. proving. Deacon Geo. Hugely has also been on the sick list. Mrs. Burton Turner of Shol- ford, Ky., visited Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Humes from Saturday until Monday last week. Mrs, J.T. Bates was in Rich. mond shopping Last week. Miss Claudia Bates has been reported sick, We wish her a speedy recovery. Rev, Joe Monday preached for Rev, C. Emery at this place last Sunday. Mr, Huguely Bradley left last Monday for Red House to visit his mother. Mrs, Mary Coleman is visiting her mother at Richmond. Ky. Mrs, Henry Woodard made a flying trip to Winchester. Rev. Andy Moore visited the bedside of Mrs. M. M, Ogg, who is reported sick, Mrs. Hattie Roy of Richmonc is visiting Mrs. Maggir Rout o! "evine, ROCKFORD, ILL, NEWS. Mr. R. Brewer of Champaign, Ii, is working in Rockford at Camp Grant. Mr. Westly Thenis visited Free. port over Sunday. The Art Clad was entertained at the home of Mrs, Adella Ross Friday night. Election’ of offi cers: Mrs, Agaes Upshaw, Pres, Mrs Cora Ethridge, Vice Pres.; Mrs, Henry Upshaw, Secretary. Mrs, Monon of St, Louis is vis iting her sons, Edgar and Me- Kinley Monon of Rockford. ‘The Eastern Star Sociable was a grand suecess. Mrs. Alva Robinson entertained the LS. C. All reported a good time. An old fashion school play was planned. Mr. and Mrs, McKinley Monon welvomes a baby girl, Mr, Frank Miller of Chicago is Visiting friends in Rockford, BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH, BELOIT, WIS. Order of Service. Sunday School—10:00 A. M. Preaching—11:00 A.M. Allen C. E.—7:00 P. M. Evening Service—8:00 P. M. Prayer meeting Wediesiay of each week. Visitors are cordially invited to at- tend these services. Rev. James S. A. Mitcham, Vastor. WANTED Roomers. Neat, up-to-date ac eomodations, Apply 235 State St One block of State Capitol. Fresh and up-to-date drugs at Lewis, State and Gilman St. OFFICIAL DIRECTORY G. U. 0. OF O. FL District Grand Lodge Officers, Ili- nois and Wisconsin Jurisdiction. District Grand Master—George T. Kersey, 2961 South State St, Chica- go, Ill. Deputy District Grand Master— W. W. Buchanan, 1712 Bond Ave, East St. Louis, Il District Grand Secretary—Chas 8. Smith, 256 W. Court St., Paris, I, District Grand Treasurer—William Miller, 417 17th St, Cairo, I. District Grand Director—L. J. Ousley, 731 Church St. Beloit, Wis. DISTRICT GRAND HOUSEHOLD District Most Noble Governor—Ar- fretta Miller, 417 17th St., Cairo, IL. District Right Noble Governor—Lou Ella Young, 3556 Forrest Ave., Chi- cago, Ill. District Worthy Recorder—Eva T. Dean, 708 N .Popular St., Champaign, m. District Grand Worthy Treasurer '—Anna Vanderbury, 1188 W. Green St., Decatur, Ill, District Grand Directoress—Ella Harris, 518 Knowlton St., Rockford, ml. District Grand Chaplain—Arlie Towels, Harrisburg, Ill. Secretary on Fraternal Greeting— Mamie J. Blue, Jacksonville, Ill. Our columns are for the Ruths as well as for the Odd 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 col- umns of the Blade, Friendship Chapter, No. 66, 0. E. S. Meets second and third Saturday nights each month, G. A. R, Hall. Mary Jones, Worthy Matron. J. W. Brown, Worthy Patron. Marion Buckner, Worthy Sec. It is the request of the City Editor that you furnish him with local news. St. Benedict Settlement is a home for colored working girls and women of good morals. Anyone found in. ducing them to an immoral place or play will be punished to the fullest extent of the law. Mrs. Laura Duncan, 823 Winnebago St., WY i 4 — How to Buy a Wf } Wy ary RRS 4 7 1—Consider how big a bond you would like to buy. 2—Consider your ability now and through the coming months to pay for it. . 3—Tf you have not the ready money, go to your banker. He will loan you the money with which to buy a Second Liberty Loan bond, and he will charge you only 4 per cent. interest, which is the same rate of interest that the bond bears. The Madison banks and trust companies have agreed to this. 4—If you prefer to buy a bond upon the partial payment plan, your bank will elp ou. You can pay $1.00 down and $1.00 a week until the Herd is paid for. The money you pay in these installments will draw interest at 4 per cent. from November 15 until the bond is paid for. The Madison banks and trust com- panies have agreed to this. 5—A Liberty Loan Bond has the government of the United States, all its credit and all the material resources of this great country behind it. A Liberty Bond is the safest of all investments. A Liberty Bond has the most stable value of all investments. 't is as good _as legal tender, and can be used in the purchase of any form of property. 6—Every $50.00 helps. LIBERTY LOAN COMMITTEE This Space Donated by the Madison Gas & Electric Co. MILK CREAM ICE CREAM Zilisch Pure Milk Co. PHONE 97 629 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 High Class Cabaret SAM LANGFORD, Prop. Undefeated Heavyweight Ghampion of the World CABARET 3035 oo. State Street CHICAGO, ILL. HILL'S BARGAIN BASEMENT= HILL’S announce a sale of wool dresses in their BARGAIN BASEMENT At $3.98 Thursday and Friday ’ Values up to $18 HILL'S BARGAIN BASEMENT Quick Service Printing Co. 224 State Street, MILWAUKEE ORDERS BY MAIL 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. North American Life & : Ca ualty Co. “The Oldest Casualty Company in the Nerthwes Benefit» range from $15to$130 per month accora ng to occupa- jon and amount of Premium peid. @ Protect your wages with one of our Combination Health and Ac- cident Policies. (Office open Weleesdarssed Eee 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 Colore: 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 Hous-s, Flats and Furnished Rooms for rent to colored peopl Ss. 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 No. 00 PREMO 75c A good camera that takes excellent pictures. Films 10c per roll. Let us show them. The Photoart House Wm. J. Meuver, 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. £. W. Themas. Prep. 602 Cedar St. Cor. 6th St. MILWAUKEE.