Wisconsin Weekly Blade

THE WISCONSIN Official Organ of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth. A NATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPINION AND CIRCULATION VOL. II MADISON. WIS.. THURSDAY. Did you read the proclamation of the District Grand Master in the Blade? Hutchinson Lodge did and subscribed $50. Arnett also has subscribed, have you? What do you think of the resolution of the joint bodies? Did you read it? The Blade is the official organ of the District; subscribe for it. read it. Some of the series of articles we promised you by prominent people, are coming soon; look for them. It is not a lack of opportunity that confronts us, but a lack of backbone to grasp them. The Odd Fellows club at 3335 State Street is making such good progress that they have formed an auxiliary of which we will tell you more in the next issue. Mr. R. W. Lacy was around the hall last week with an injured hand. We hope for a speedy recovery. You are urged to support us in our endeavor to make the Blade a paper that will bear scrutinizing by all. Peddlers of Gloom are not wanted in the circle of progressiveness. Great efforts are being made by all Denominations and societies for the care and comfort of those that have come to this city from the Southland, inducements are thrown out for the purpose of leading them in the right path for good, to offset the evil influence about them. Among those who are assisting in this work, are the Olivet Baptist church, Bethel A. M. E. church, Ebernezer, Shiloh, Providence, Friendship, Quinn Chapel, St. Mary's, St. Marks, and a host, of others. A splendid program was rendered Tuesday evening the 16th, by the Southern Musical Club at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Dovea, 5349 Dearborn St. Refreshments were served and every one expressed their pleasure at bing entertained so highly. Mrs. Helen Reese of Pulaski, Ill., is visiting her brother Mr. Richard Gilbert 5234 S. Dearborn St. Mrs. Etta Cohen, 3133 Ellis Ave. is on the sick list We were grieved to hear of the death of Harvey, age 11 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hamilton, 4620 Federal St., Harry was a bright boy, preparing to enter High School next season. Note the advertisements in this paper and judge accordingly. We are glad to report that Mr. C. O. Young, 552 East 35th St., is up and out again after a severe attack of lumbago. One of the foremost Negro enterprises in this city is the Emmanuel Jackson Undertaking Co. located at 2957-61 South State St. This firm is entirely owned and managed by men of the race. Among them being some of the most noted men in the state in church and fraternal lines. Daniel M. Jackson, the president of this firm is the son of the lamented Emmanuel Jackson, who was a first class embalmer and undertaker. Mr. Jackson is congenial and has a word of comfort for all he meets. Mr. G. T. Kersey, who is known throughout this District is Treasurer, also assistant manager. Brother Kersey is attentive to business, full of patience, consoling the bereaved and making suggestions that will help alleviate the suffering and the high cost. Mr. David McGowan is strictly business personified, looking after the details that are necessary in a business of this kind. Friendly to those that are for the right in all things. He is also a P. N. F. of the West Chicago Lodge. Mr. A. A. Rayner is a young man of promise in the business world. Taking part in the work of designing and preparing the deceased for a respectable burial. Farewell Meeting to Drafted Colored Boys BY PAL ORGANIZATION State Capitol, Friday Evening, at 7:30 EVERYBODY INVITED being an expert Chauffeur. On the whole the firm is on solid basis, doing a business that cannot be surpassed, thereby demonstrating that our race can and must be able to conduct their own enterprises, if they wish to be recognized. St. Lukes M. E. church has taken full charge of South Park M. E. church. Dr. Gandison preached a splendid sermon at the grand opening Sunday 21st. You will be pleased to know that the noted divine Rev. J. P. Brushingham, was pastor of the South Park Church for several years, with a very exclusive congregation. Owing to the exodous of the Negro population from the South, many have settled in this vicinity, consequently the attendance at this church fell off. Only about 10 per cent remaining loyal. This caused the transfer of Dr. Brushingham to Central Park M. E. church, and the edifice to the colored congregation of St. Luke. Mr. Robt. Davis, 3112 Dearborn St. is on the sick list. Patronize the advertisers in this paper and encourage them to remain with us. Arnett Lodge members are requested, not to forget the banquet also that very important business will be transacted on the next meeting night. As we go along, we hope to increase the Chicago news and give you a prospective view of the progress of our race in this city. We express the hope that the men of our race in this city, who have been called to serve in the National army, will conduct themselves as men, and help us to tear down the remaining barriers between us and success. Blade 5 Capt. John Milton, passed through Chicago Saturday, on his way to Rockford, Ill., to help make arrangements for the comfort of the boys that will follow. He expressed the hope for a square deal and perfect harmony in the encampment. "Boost always for The Blade." I. P. Burrell, Agent, 3138 Dearborn St., Arthur Perkins, Correspondent, 455 E. 31st street. Phone Douglass 8560. MADISON BOYS GO TO CAMP GRANT Carmichael, Roberts, Scott and Wilkerson. Before our next issue, Wm. Randall Carmichael, Austin Roberts, C. C. Scott, and Wheeler Wilkerson will be at Camp Grant Grant Rockford, Ill., as U. S. A. soldiers. They have been summoned to report tomorrow for duty. They go in the service of their country with hearty support and best wishes of Madison citizenry. There will be given a great send-off tomorrow night at State Capitol in which some of the leading townsmen will testify as to the worth and valor of the negroes as soldiers. Come out and join in making the meeting a success. Refreshments free. WANTED Roomers. Neat, up-to-date accommodations. Apply 235 State St One block of State Capitol. BUY A LIBERTY BOND MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, OCTOBER. 25, 1917 NSIN Household of Ruth. ON AND CIRCULATION MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, From Mrs. Spring prove If the B. Me Hoov Davis itors upon Mason Mis to the WM. RANDAL CARMICHAEL Madison, Wis. Our Sec'y. and Treas. It is much the same as though the Blade were to go to press in mourning when we inform the public of the temporary loss of the services of our esteemed See'y. and Treas. Wm. R. Carmichael. He has been called to serve his country to the best of his ability and if chance should have it so, to give his life for her. If this young man serves his country as he has the Blade, there is no doubt that any advancement that courteousness, thrift, and a pleasing personality can deserve that will in any manner increase his worth to his country that this young man will not strive to accomplish. Friend, it is impossible to fill your place, and until you return your position will remain unoccupied. While stationed at Camp Grant Mr. Carmichael will report for the Blade. M. O. B. MR. AND MRS. OLIVER DAVIS to honor the drafted boys tonight. Tonight Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Davis will entertain Messrs. W. R. Carmichael, Austin Roberts Wheeler Wilkinson, and C. C Scott at dinner. Mr. Davis is an old Spanish war veteran and will relate to the boys his experience while serving Uncle Sam. ODD FELLOWS AND RUTHS Illinois and Wisconsin Jurisdiction. It is indeed high time that every Lodge, Household, P. G. M. C and Patriarch should rally to the call of D. G. M. Kersey to aid the E. St. Louis sufferers. Our brothers were found guilty, the case has been appealed, it will cost more than $100.00 and more than $500.00 to take the case to the supreme court. 7,000 Odd Fellows and Ruths and our brothers suffering for aid. We are informed that the Masonie's have sent more then $600.00 to aid their members, would the Odd Fellows do less. Enterprise Lodge 9109 sent $5.00, fall in line, send your donation to D. G. Sec'y., C. S. Smith and your name to The Blade for publication. Read the Grand Masters proclamation and send your donation.—Editor. BUY A CAMERA. HAVE YOUR WORK DONE BY THE PHOTO ART HOUSE, 212 STATE ST. Meeting to Draw BY PAL ORGAN apitol, Friday WEEKLY BLADE :: MILWAUKEE, WIS. From reports received from Mrs. George Williams at Hot Springs, Ark., she is much improved. If not now, you may yet need the Blade. Support it now. If not now, you may yet need the Blade. Support it now. Messrs. Oliver Davis, Frank Hoover of Madison and Logan Davis of Racine, were recent visitors to the city in attendance upon Widow's Son Lodge of Masons. Miss G. M. Ruben has returned to the city. BUY A LIBERTY BOND Messrs. Hughes Gant and Robt. Merritt will leave Saturday for Camp Custer, Battle Creek, Mich. About fifteen others will accompany them. MR. CONSTANT BEVIER SMITH Flushing, N. Y. Mr. Constant Bevier Smith of Flushing, N. Y., is in the city and will enter upon the study of law at the University of Wisconsin. He is the only son of Attorney and Mrs. Chas. T. Smith. His father is a barrister of no mean ability and well versed in the profession. His son is destined to follow in his foot steps and make for himself a name in the legal field. Young Smith is gaining in popularity among the fellows. He is residing at 319 N. Henry St. MRS. HATTIE BUTTERFIELD ENTERTAINS Wm. R. Carmichael, Sec'y. and Treas. of the Blade, was the guest of Mrs. Hattie Butterfield at luncheon on last Monday night. Mr. Carmichael had been notified to report the 26th for duty as a soldier of the U. S. A., to be stationed at Camp Grant, Pockford, Ill. The occasion was enjoyed. The guests were Mrs. Carmichael, mother of Wm. and Mr. H. Dr. Caissey. MR. HENRY JEFFERSON, Madison, Wis. It is with great pleasure that we again bring before the public the likeness of one of our local speakers. He is planning a literary treat about which the public will soon be informed. Fresh and up-to-date drugs at Lewis, State and Gilman St. LETTER SENT TO NEGRO MEETING AT MILWAUKEE S. R. Banks, Private Messenger to Governor, was to have spoken there last night. An interesting letter from Samuel R. Banks, private messenger to Governor E. L. Philipp, was read at the meeting of the Colored Workingmen's Liberty club, held last night at the Pabst Park hall, Milwaukee. Mr. Banks Blade 8 was to have appeared in person to deliver an address before the members of the club, but was prevented by the large amount of business to be done at the governor's office. The main message of the letter was an appeal for the negroes coming to Wisconsin from the south to uphold the records which have already been set by negroes here. After speaking of the unusual advantages arising because of the present situation, and calling attention to the constant need of co-operation and education, the letter continues: "The white men of the north really wonder about the negro of the south. Their opinion of all negroes depends upon those they come in contact with—upon you. The good name of all negroes is in your keeping. You can help form a favorable public opinion here in the north. I trust you will. "In the north here the negro has the privileges and a freedom which he does not have in the south. We must use these privileges and this freedom to demonstrate the law-abiding character of all negroes and their willingness to serve their city, state and nation. Negro public opinion must be more severe with any attempt at or evidence of lawlessness or of disorder than the general public opinion. "I am glad, indeed, to see you get together for purposes of amusement and recreation. We must get together, too, for civil and social purposes as well. * * * The governor asks me to convey to you his best wishes and to say that he looks forward confidently to your making for yourselves a useful place among the citizenship of Wisconsin — Madison Democrat. WHEN IN NEED OF A TAXI OR YOUR BAGGAGE HAULED, CALL PHONE 805. PROMPT SERVICE. --- NO.20 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. Ruchanan, our Deputy District Grand Master lives in this city. His life and his 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. Attest: Chas. S. Smith, District Grand Secretary. BUY A LIBERTY BOND 24TH INFANTRY MEN SUBSCRIBE FOR LIBERTY BONDS WHILE COMRADES AWAIT RESULT OF COURT-MARTIAL FOR RE-SENTING WHITE SOUTHERN INSULTS (Boston Guardian.) Columbus, N. M., Oct. 11. 1917. —The members of the Twenty-fourth regiment, U. S. A., a battalion of which was stationed in Houston, some months ago, subscribed for $100,000 worth of Liberty loan bonds at Fort Bliss Wednesday. These troopers are determined to not only fight for America but to give of their meagre means to help financially prosecute the war. 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. NEGRO SOLDIERS These truly are the Brave, Old memories, to walk the blood- stained pave Of sacrifice, joining hte solemn tide That moves away, to suffer and to die For freedom—when their own is yet denied! O pride! O prejudice! When they pass by, Hail them, the brave, for you now crucified! These truly are the free, These souls that grandly rise Above base dreams of vengeance for their wrongs Who march to war with visions in their eyes Of peace through brotherhood, lifting glad songs Aforetime, while they front the firing line. Stand and behold! They take the field today. Shedding their blood like Him now held divine; That those who mock might find a better way! —R. C. Jamison in K. C. Sun BLADELETS. Buy a Liberty Bond. Be polite but not servile. Failure is oftimes the key to success. In judging the merits of men be blind to their color. Knowledge is the property of all men who acquire it. Get knowledge. Turn flattery wrong side out and you have slander. “Shall we be more tender with our dollars than with the lives of our sons?” Buy a Liberty Bond today. The mothers who give their darling boys to the ships and training camps that "the world may be made safe for democracy, are no less heroes than the steel-nerved leaders who lead the warring hosts. Judge Becker of Monroe who is being groomed to run for Governor denies that he left the Democratic party. He says: "The party left me and went south." Very cleverly expressed, Judge 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 Wednesday of each week. Visitors are cordially invited to at- tend these services. Key, James S. A. Mitcham, Pastor BUY A LIBERTY BOND OUR BOYS On Saturday the 27th inst., from all parts of this great country, something between fifty and eighty thousand young Americans of African descent will entrain for the various military cantonments, there to receive intensive training with the purpose of making the world "safe for democracy", a condition much to be desired at home. The Wisconsin contingent will be about fifty-four. Of course we regret to see them go—regret the necessity for their going—but since our country is at war and soldiers are needed in its defense, we not only acknowledge the duty but also demand SENATOR HUSTING It is with feelings of profound regret that we note the tragic death of United States Senator Paul O. Husting. Death is always unexpected however long and apparently hopeless may be one's illness, but when it comes in the form in which it came to the late Senator, it is indeed an unexpected and regrettable incident. In his brief career at Washington, Senator Husting proved himself a man of pronounced convictions, possessing the will and courage to stand by and express his convictions. His untimely death cuts short bright promises of a more useful future. We most sincerely condole with the family. A SOUTHERNER'S TRIBUTE James Hardy Dillard, who was for some time at the head of the Norfolk Academy and later dean of Tulane University, New Orleans, and who is now president of the Jeanes and Slater Boards, outlined the work which Dr. Frissell had helped him and other Southern men do for colored boys and girls throughout the Southern states, especially through the Jeanes Fund. "Dr. Dillard referred to Dr. Frissel's ability to think always about the good of others; his unselfishness and wise, sympathetic counsel; his skillful management of affairs at Hampton; his clear, broad thinking on questions of race relations; his marvelous vision and sympathy. He concluded with these words: "This man, whom we meet today to reverence, I believe had that faith in the real, continuing progress of humanity; he had faith in the coming of the kingdom of his Master I believe that it was this faith that illuminated his life and made him the marvelous friend, counselor, helper, statesman, preacher that he was." THE LIAR AND SLANDERER The greatest enemies of society are the people, men and women, who are called gossipers, whisperers and character assassins. As a rule, they are, at heart, cowards—but by lies and by insinuations they seek to rob their neighbors of that which is dearer to them than life. All of us have met them and they greet you with: "I heard so and so of Mr., or Mrs., or Prof. or Rev. or Dr. So and So; now I don't know whether it is true or not." And some of these slanderous vipers will assert that such and such a thing about such and such a person is true, that they know it to be true; and all the time they know what they are saying is a vile and malicious lie, and they are only telling it to try to injure some person of whom they are envious or for some reason they do not like. Blade 6. We have no patience with the liar, double-dealer and slanderer. The men, and sometimes the women, who try to kill men's and women's reputations in cold blood. This species should be treated as are venomous snakes. No man or woman is safe with the slanderer at large. Today it is the other fellow whose character is attacked; tomorrow it may, be you or yours. Laws are eventually going to be placed on the same plane as the murderer, the taker of human life; and after all we are not sure but that the character assassin is not much the worse and that society does not need to be more protected from him. You will find the Blade for sale at Trotter & Hopkins, 222 E. Main St., and Hill's Grocery Co., 649 E. Dayton St. the right of Our Boys to be among its defenders. Without fear or favor, with their faces toward the enemy, they promptly assume their duties and will acquit themselves as true representatives of a people who never yet betrayed a trust nor "showed the white feather." So here's to Our Boys. With aching hearts, softened by a just and pardonable pride in your distinction, we yield you to our country and Freedom's cause. May you measure up to the full stature of men and return to us "with your shields or upon them." We know you will, so bid you God's speed. SCISSORED THOUGHTS SCISSORED THOUGHTS THE WAR AND THE NEGRO Atlanta Post—When our country is at war is no time for any class of citizens to think of itself apart from the country as a whole. The Negro race in America has shown a wonderfully patriotic spirit in living up to the best traditions of its army record by coming eagerly to the front and asking for a chance to bear arms. This will add another page to the front and asking page to the already glorious military record of Negro Americans. Saturday News (Hopkinsville, Ky.)—What the United States should do and do as quickly as possible, is to whip Germany and whip her good and complete and then get on guard for the next war, which we believe is as sure to come as night follows day. Let this country clean up all racial divisions. There is no people as loyal to the country as the Negro and when the time comes as we believe it surely must, there will be a country of Americans, true Americans, white and black, that will be invincible against the world. Milwaukee Free Press — The soul of St. Gaudens brooded upon the Negro, as must be the ease in all creative art, and brought forth the composition that will stand for all time as a memorial of Robert Shaw, the young Massachusetts officer who led a colored regiment in battle, and fighting, fell. The easy, rhythmic tread, the diversity of types, the purely African character of the colored troops following their leader in the bas-relief, are strik-their rapt expression as music and their rapt expression as music and STEPL or tired aching and swollen Feet A Preparation for for m and B DR. M. PRY Rheumatic and Veneral Spec Treatment a Office: 316 33rd St. and Phone: Douglas 4676 and 40 Halloween En AUSPI Enterpri Phyllis Whea G. U. O. AT KEH Wednesday, Rheumatic and Veneral Specialist. — Hot Springs Mercury Treatment and Vapors. Halloween Entertaiment Halloween Entertaiment Wednesday, October 31st This is Halloween Night out and have some fun tacky as you please. Hall to discover your future hu This is Halloween Night, and let everybody turn out and have some fun and merriment. Dress as tacky as you please. Halloween Night is the night to discover your future husband or wife. A Preparation for for removing Callous, Corns and Bunions AUSPICES OF Enterprize Lodge Phyllis Wheatly Household G. U. O. OF O. F. AT KEHL'S HALL PRIZE --- MASK arder and devotion to their leader sweep them along, a moment of dignity and beauty fit to commit to enduring bronze. The inconsistency of man has demoralized the effect of the maxim of decency. There must be strong measures urged and used by our thinking class of people in the effort to stamp out the disregard that is given by both sexes in the matter of cleanliness and decency and their department at home and abroad The respect of the law and order on the street and in public conveyances. When we learn this the pathway of our progress will grow brighter and enable us to get together in a co-operative plan for the employment of our boys and girls in the different branches of the business world controlled and managed by us. --- FAREWELL TO COLORED SOLDIERS Tomorrow Night State Capitol Hear Rev. D. D. McLaurin, Hon. Burt Williams, Editor R. L. Jones, Commander W. J. McKay Grand Army and Sons of Veterans drum corps staff in attendance. Refreshments at Kehls' Hall Everybody invited! IVELY EASE Lotion Removing Callous, Corn's unions YOR, M. T. Specialist. — Hot Springs Mercury and Vapors. Hidlewild Hotel Wabash Ave. 677 CHICAGO, ILL. entertainment CES OF ze Lodge otly Household OF O. F. L'S HALL October 31st ht, and let everybody turn and merriment. Dress as holween Night is the night husband or wife. TO AT THE AGENTS WANTED Write for terms THEGASRANGE 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 cuts the work in the hot. There is energy, no dread It saves labor and more time for other We are willing that you Electric Flat-Iron you to accept our you will, in your bring one. You keeep it. Why, simply because the Electric cuts the work in two. Your iron is not. There is no waiting, no work energy, no dread of injuring fine men, saves labor and clothes and gives more time for other things. I willing that you should see what electric Flat-Iron will do. We do not you to accept our word for it. Then you will, in your home. A phone or ring one. You decide if you will keep it. 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 The Emanuel Jack dison Gas & Elect Company 126 East Main Street manuel Jackson Undertaki The Emanuel Jackson Undertaking Co. 2559-61 South State Street CHICAGO. ILL. OPEN DAY Reliable Service, Reasonable Free Chapel Complete Line of Funeral C OWNERS AND Dan M. Jackson, Geo. T. Ahmed PHONE: CALUMET 6164 OPEN DAY AND NIGHT Service, ReasonablePrices, CourteousT Free Chapel in Connection Line of Funeral Goods Autos OWNERS AND DIRECTORS Jackson, Geo. T. Kersey, David A. M. Ahmed A. 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Try it, if some. A phone call will decide if you wish to s & Electric pany Main Street on Undertaking Co. AND NIGHT Prices, CourteousTreatment in Connection Goods Autos for Hire DIRECTORS Mersey, David A. McGowan, J. Rayner Out of town shipments 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, Proproriet 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 --- y (2? ohn 3. GENERAL [LORE 754-6 WEST WASHINGTON AVENUE MADISON * “WISCONSIN °* SCHOOL SUPPLIES Children’s Wear—Knee Pants, Blouses, Hosiery and Shoes PHONE 3006 LOCALS BUY A LIBERTY BOND NOTICE: To Correspondents it Matter 40F 200 Slade mus reach us not later than Tuesday of each week for publication, must be written on one side of the paper, and legible. Announce- ments, advertisements, ete. will not be published as news matter. J. Anthony Josey, Mgr. Everybody attend the farewell reception tendered the drafted boys on their departure to Camp Grant, Friday night at the State Capitol. Music and refreshments for all. IF YOU FAIL TO GET THE BLADE REMEMBER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IS UNPAID. Messrs. Rugh Bostie and Ben. Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Roberts will make Chicago their future home. Madison regrets very much to loose them. Mr. Paul Oliver was in the city a few days last week, enroute to Chicago, Ill. Messrs. Hugh Bostie and Ben, Battice, will open a shoe shine perlor on Main St. for ladies ana gents. Mrs. Charlotte Abrams is on the sick list this week. Miss Ethel Roberts is in the city again after an extended visit to Minneapolis, Minn. Lieut. N. B. Byrd left the city Saturday for his home, Mt. Megs, ‘Ala., where he will visit with rel- atives and friends before going to Camp Meade, Maryland. Thanksgiving dinner and musi- cal program at Mt. Zion Baptist chureh Noy. 29th, All are. in- vited. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Rich, have moved into their new home on Spring St. Miss Marion. Buckner of Mil- ton St., was on the sick list a few days. Rev. Moses Jefferson paid the Blade a visit this week. + BUY A LIBERTY BOND WHEN IN NEED OF A TAXI OR YOUR BAGGAGE HAULED, CALL PHONE 805. PROMPT SERVICE. NOTICE BUY A LIBERTY BOND NEW YORK PAPER’S OPINION OF POLITICS IN THE SOUTH Evening Mail Sees Little Progress To- ward a Real Democracy. The Evening Mail, New York, re cently carried the following editorial under the caption “The Hope of the South and the Nation:” At the ballot box the south stands to- day where it stood half a century ago. It is like a voter who makes his X mark under the symbol of his partisan- ship and seeks no greater responsibility or activity in the big decisions of his day. He votes his prejudices, and there his interest ceases, In the same way the south subordl- nates all else to its fixed purpose to control the Negro in all of his activi- ties and to perpetuate its feud against the Republican party wo matter in what form or by whom Republican policies are advocated. Every effort under Republican auspices has failed to loosen the grip of the past on the vote of the south. There is less indi- cation of success by that influence to- day than there was ten years ago. Every one concedes that it is not helpful to the development of the south that it should remain perma. nentiy as a sort of no man’s land po- litically, nor is it well for the nation. The south ought to be an open forum. It ought to take its rightful place as a factor in the solution of all our na. tional problems, viewing them in the light of today and not in the darkness of yesterday, We do not mean to say that the south should be Republican. It {s as unintel- Hgent to be blindly partisan ove way as another. What we mean is that ihe south should ..ot let the Negro doml- nate it and shape its destinies as lie is doing today, Southern people believe that they are dominating their Negro population, whereas the reverse is true. The Negro may not vote, but be dic- tates every white vote. It fs cast in fear of him, regardless of every other consideration. It is cast against the Republican party because it 1s the party that gave the Negro the rights which the south is determined he shall not exercise, PRIVATE DANCE Drafted Boys by Young Men of Madison Last night at Kehl’s Hall Madison society was out in full at a private dance in honor of Messers Carmicheal, Wilkinson, Roberts and Scott, who are to leave for Camp Grant at Rock. ford, Saturday. Messrs. 1 D. Caisey and Dane Carmicheal were in charge of the affair and are being congratulated. OFFICIAL "DIRECTORY G. U. 0 OF 0. F. District Grand Lodge Officers, Ili nois and Wisconsin Jurisdiction. District Grand Master—George T Kersey, 2961 South State St., Chica go, Il. 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 ml. District Grand Treasurer—Willian Miller, 417 17th St., Cairo, Ill. 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 m1. District Grand Worthy Treasure —Anna Vanderburg, 1188 W. Greer St., Decatur, Ill. District Grand ” Directoress—Ells Harris, 518 Knowlton St, Rockford ml District Grand Chaplain—Arlic Towels, Harrisburg, Ill. Secretary on Fraternal Greeting— Mamie J. Blue, Jacksonville, Ill. Our columns are for the Ruths a: well as for the Odd Fellows and i is our aim and object to serve th Sisters as well as the Brothers. Advertise your Rooms, Restaurants Wants, ete., in the Wisconsin Blad ‘Trade with the Merchants who ash for your patronage through the col umns of the Blade. Cigars, cigarettes, tobaccos and candy Nice delightful, sweet and dandy, Ice cold soda and Ice cream cones. All kinds of sandwiches and cinna mon buns, Bear it in mind The COSMOPOLL TAN is easy to find. Phone 733 265 East Main St, Richmond, Ky E. B. EMBRY, Prop. ADVERTISE in the BLADE Ivll pay you! PELLAGRA 721 Spring Street LITTLE ROCK, ARK. UNDERTAKER and EMBALMER SCIENTIFIC EMBALMING CASKETS AND ROBES FOR SALE 10-12 Dupont St.. Atlanta. Ga. If you are away from home — north, south, east or west and need the services of and undertaker, just ship body aud telegraph J. M. ROBINSON Ship bodies in plain, cheap coffins, and buy caskets, robes, etc., at destination. Special Sale WOMEN’S COATS SUITS AND FURS For the Week begin- ning Monday, Octo- ber 29th, our entire Fall and Winter stock of Coats, Suits and Furs Will be siitjeck te aapes cial discount of 10% Alterations on Garments will be made Free of Chere: Hinrich’s Dry Goods Co. 3 S. PINCKNEY ST. THE HOME OF Fine Stationery Office Supplies Greeting Cards of all kinds Job Printing--Seals--Stencils H. C. NETHERWCOD PRINTING CO. 24, N. Carroll Street COHN's GEN'L, STORE bargains in goods for school 754 W. Washington is offering children. VISIT OUR LUNCH ROOM ROCKFORD, ILL. 221 So. Wyman St., South of Intenathan R.R.Sta. Prices 10.15.20 and up F.N. PAYNE, Prop. MADISON, WISCONSIN No. 144 United States Depository Capital Surplus and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORR A. E. Proudfit President F. G. Brown, Vice-President M.E. Fuller Vice-President F. W. Hoyt E. B. Steens!and H. L. Moseley Jas. B, Ramsay M.C. Clark, Cashier M. H. Sater, Assistant Cashier L@> Hair |Grows Long, Y Soft, Silky X ones NS EXELENTO. = ‘Satine Boma . ‘ rashes wight wat nites ‘ Don't he fooled all your Hife by usin foie fnkepreparaon which claims fontraighten kinky hate, You ate just footing'y oursell by using it, “Rinks hair cannot be made straight. YOu must have hair first, Nowthis EXELENTO fomase PomaDE is a faic Grower which feedsthescalp and roots of the hairandmakes kinky fanpy hair grow ton. soft and silky. Ie Cleans dandruff and-stops Falla Hicatancen Brlew 2Se by mail on receipt of stamps oFcoin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE ‘Write for Particulars EXELENTO MEDICINE SO. ATLANTA, GA. Bank of Wisconsin HAVE YOUR .: @ GOWNS, HATS, g \ wage COATS oe — & ile v ~ and other apparel always fresh \ KFA \ icp ot (pe! | os our aid your wardrobe will al: } Wide Gre ile wpoaeusd) aor | oe >HI wot cn old ‘loghing arjice of uname 11) apparel. Every time wedry clean . any part of your costume we re- wsefreshness Madison Steam Dye Works “The Old Reliable.” Established 1884, 116 S. Pinckney St. W. STRELOW, Prop. Phone 2485 i Geer — 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 ev- ery day you are laid up, sick or injured. Office open daily, 7 to 9 o'clock, Wednesday and Sa- arday evenings. Ss sass a SL CASES TRUNKS. | td TRAVELING | ; BAGS re | and all kinds of iY Leather Goods { % Largest Stock in State i : Chas. Wehrmann & Son | | i | 116 King St. Phone 666 Cy —— A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower epee. A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower Metis) | One thousand agents wanted. Good money . Sarees? made. We want agents in every city and village vy Rm? |to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a f Pee ..., wonderful preparation. Can be used with or as Bee “| without straightening irons. 4 —— Sells for 25c a box—one 25¢ box proves its * % value. Any person that will use a 25¢e box will - e convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair, just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER Wy a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size box. If you wish to be an agent send $1.60 and ' ss we will send you a full supply that you can begin x ‘ work with at once; also agents’ terms. Send all A money by Money Order to J THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr. er Northern Branch, 113 Clark St., Evanston Ill, . = Nae Branch, P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N.C, Persons in the South can get their goods three days earlier by writing THE STAR HAIR eee Mfr., P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, ALBERTA VILLA, MILWAUKEE, WIS. An Ideal Home For the Traveling Public All Modern and Up-To-Date Accommodations Located in the Residential Section of Milwaukee. SECURE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE H. B. KINNER, Prop. PHONE LINCOLN 27931. 501 Galena St. Milwaukee, Wis. A RACE ENTERPRISE Just the place for you to feel at home. Away from the noise of the city BEAUREGARD F. MOSELEY, Manager H GEORGE DAVENPORT, Assistant Manager Thirty-Third Street and Wabash Ave. CHICAGO, ILL. South Side Elevated, Indiana Avenue or State St. Cars take you within « block of the hotel. Twenty Minutes to Principat 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 - ° $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 Kentucky PEYTONTOWN, KY. There was an ice cream entertainment given at Deacon Burton Campbell Sunday evening for the benefit of the church. Mrs. Sophia Gentry and Mrs. Addell were in Berea Thursday, visiting friend and reports a pleasant time. Mrs. Eliza Campbell and daughter Mrs. Adella Miller were in Richmond, Ky., Tuesday. Mr. Mundy Fife went toCincinnati, Ohio, Sunday to accompany his little Sister Mamie Fife to school. Little Sallie B. Chenault, daughter of Mrs. Ella B. Chenault has had a serious attack of typhoid fever, but is much improved. Miss Lena Cowens, has returned from Danville, Ky., where she had been visiting her mother and friends for a few weeks. Mrs. Janie Hampton and daughter Miss Allie Hampton of Richmond, Ky., are visiting Mrs. Hamptons father, Mr. Daniel Phelps of this place. Little Rachel Gladys Miller is on the sick list. Mr. Curry Harris is about the same, he does not seem to improve. BROOKPORT. ILL Rev. J. E. Reddick filled his appointments at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday. After a two weeks illness, Mrs. Mattie Jordan is able to be out again. Mr. N. W Long of Metropolis Undertaker and Embalmer was here on business Saturday 13th. Mrs. Louise Lander, Inmate of H. H. of Ruth No. 1548 G. U. O. of O. F. and a member of Unity Baptist church, has raised a patch of the finest corn in the country, she has a few ears on exhibit at the Farmers State Bank, which has been pronounced by the bank officials and all who have examined it, to be the finest they have seen this year. She is the widow of Chas. Lander. She is an energetic woman of the highest type, very active in her religious and social duties. Mrs. Syntha Petty and Mrs. Maggie Mason of Padueah, Ky., visited relatives here on the 16th. Mr. G. W. Long of Belgrade was here on the 13th, with a load of marketing. Mrs. Annie Cole and daughter Nettie Martin, after a three weeks' visit here, returned to Indianapolis, Ind., her home on the 17th. Company M of the 8th Ill. Infantry, commanded by Capt. Arthur A. Williams left Metropalis, Ill., on the 12th for Houston, Texas, where they will go in training. Mrs. Lizzie went to Paducah, Ky., on the 13th to see her nephew who was very sick. The members of Unity Baptist church are holding a church fair from the 15th to the 21st. BELOIT, WIS With approach of winter, the various race institutions notebly the churches and their different auxiliaries are actively engaged in laying plans and prosecuting there work for the fall and winter. The "Coal Club" of the A. M. E. church, gave a banquet on the 25th in behalf of there fund. Mr. J. West, chairman. Rev. Barkgdall was the speaker at the A. M. E. church in the morning of the 21st and at night occupied the pulpit at Emmanuel Baptist church. Thomas Fox who spent several months in Milwaukee and Chicago, returned to the Gate City on the 19th in company with his father, Rev. G. J. Fox, and is now applying himself to study in Beloits high school. Mrs. G. E. McFarland after a pleasant stay in the Gate City returned to her home in Milwaukee, Oct. 24th much benefited by the trip and highly impressed with Beloit and her industrious people. We trust Mrs. McFarland will find it convenient to return soon. While here she was guest of Rev. and Mrs. G. J. Fox, The Missionary Circle of Emmanuel Baptist church held there weekly meeting at the home of Mrs. Anio Pinson's on the afternoon of Oct. 19th. Quite a number of representatives were present and business of importance was transacted. This August body of devoted women have been doing successful work in the past; while there reputation has not circled the globe, still there influence for good is being felt in YOU SAVE $5.00 ON A "JOHN HALL" Suit or Overcoat JOHN HALL "Out of the High Rent District" 219 STATE STREET ```markdown ``` the circle of many homes and also in the heart of many people. At 11 A. M. Sunday Oct. 28th a special service and sermon will feature there formal public introduction. The esteemed president and vice president Messrs. Harris and Jinks are deserving the hearty support and co-operation, not only of every member of the church, but also of the city and public as well. The president earnestly asks and cordially invites YOU to follow the crowd to Immanuel Baptist church Sunday Oct. 28th and help them in their endeavor. OSHKOSH NEWS TO THE BLADE The remains of Mrs. Gertrude Washington was laid to rest Saturday afternoon from her home on Division St. Mrs. Washington died a christian. Besides her relatives she leaves a number of friends to mourn her death. Many beautiful flowers decorated the casket as a token of friendship. The members of the Odd Fellow Lodge sent a beautiful wreath anchor design. The following are those who served as pall bearers: Messrs. William Johnson, Eli Rice, Joe Parker, J.W. Smith William and Ben Netter. The Dixie Quartett sang three appropriate selections. Mrs. Mildred Howard of Milwaukee and Miss Myrtle Mullen of Monotowoe were attendants to their mother and auntie's funeral. Mrs. J. Netter and Mrs. Eva Rice of Medford, Wis., are visiting relatives in this city. Mrs. Martha Hamer and Mr. Charley Brown of Morgan Siding. Wis., came to this city, Oct. 14th, to be at the bed side of their mother and auntie, Mrs. Elmira Brown. She remains about the same. A very dainty luncheon was served at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frizer Thursday evening. Whist featured the evening. Music was furnished by Mr. Harold Moon's beautiful victrola. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Mitchel, Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Clendonen, Mrs. Mary Mathews of Fond du Lac, Messers William Johnson, Polard and Derea. Mrs Mary Moon assisted the hostess I am out of the High Rent District -- I sell for cash -- No deliveries -- That is a big saving to YOU. Now is the time to save! Suit or $18.50 $1 $20.00 MADE TO HN HA t of the High Rent Di 219 STATE STREET Suit or Overcoat $18.50 $16 $22.50 $20.00 $25.00 MADE TO MEASURE Mr. Irvin Mathews and Mr. J. W. Wright were in the city Tuesday evening to attend the Oda Fellow Lodge and to help arrange for an entertainment Nov. 1st. Mr. Calvin Buttler has secured the position as porter at the Valley Inn, Neenah, Wis. Mr. W. S. Hart, steward at the Neenah Club, was the power behind the throne. Mr. Buttler is a wide awake young man and we wish him good luck. Mr. and Mrs. Furgerson ofFond du Lac have gone to Chicago and will make their future home there. Mr. Eli Rice and his Junior quartett and the Wrights Just Right Orchestra of Fond du Lac entertained a large number of people at the auditorium at Ripon. Wis.. Thursday 25th. Mrs. Mary Mathews and children have returned to their home in Fond du Lac, after spending four days in this city the guest of Mrs. E. D. Clendon. Mr. Johnie Ray has taken a position with one of the Wholesale Grocer Companies of this city. Mr. Winifred Ray is with the Gibson Tire & Repair Co. Both young men are just out of school anl are highly esteemel by all who know them. Quick Service Printing 324 State Street, MILWAUKEE ORDERS BY MAIL By-Laws, Minutes, Bus Cards, Bills Wedding Invitation ALL WORK 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. Overcoat 6 $22.50 $25.00 MEASURE LL strict" OBITUARY The death of Mrs. Gertrude L. Washington, aged forty-six, wife of Louis Washington, occurred this morning at 7:30 o'clock, the cause of death being dropsy. Mrs. Washington was born at Marquette, Mich., March 4, 1871. The surviving relatives are the husband, four daughters, Mrs. W. N. Howard of Milwaukee, Mrs. L Shadd, the Misses Florence and Kathryn Washington, all of this city, one son, Wilbur Washington of Duluth, and two grandchildren. There are also two sisters, Mrs. Charles Mullen of Manitowoc and Mrs. George McCall of Detroit, and one brother, William Davis of St. Paul. The funeral will be held from the home, 406 Division street, Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment will be at Riverside cemetery. 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. 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