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Don't Forget To Shop Early "And Avoid The Rush", And--Get Better Bargains THE WISCONSIN PENCIL PICKINGS Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill. The Editor of The Blade visited Camp Grant Friday and Saturday and was shown special courtesies by religious secretary, Rev. J. A. Waldon and Executive secretary, E. L. Snyder of the Y. M. C. A. Among other pleasant features of the visit, the editor met the captains of the various companies and was elated to find the boys of Co. A. who are from Madison in excellent form and standing the drills and hikes well. They are detailed to different positions as follows: Supply Sargents, Cornelious C. Scott and Austin Roberts. Orderlies, Wm. R. Carmichael and Wheeler Wilkinson. Bugler, Archie Webb and Commissary Deliveryman, Alga Shivers. Bugler Webb is also assistant director of the fifty voice chorus which is composed of men from the different companies. A few old and new acquaintances greeted were: Sergant Major Carl L. Cotton, Capt. Chas. T. Echols, commanding Co. K 365th inf., a former Atlanta boy, who has seen service in the regular U. S. A. Army for a number of years, and is impatient to enter actual battle. Also Lieut. Albert P. Bently, a former prominent exponent in Memphis, Tenn., who was assistant cashier of the Solvent Saving Bank and Trust. Co. there He is now an asset to his company at Camp Grant. Also, first Lieut. Leon Stewart, formerly of Memphis, but recently of St. Louis, Mo., who served in the 24th inf. for the past nine years and is showing his military ability in Co. F at Camp Grant. The dashing gallant Capt. Benj. F. Thomas who is destined to bring laurels to his country and Race in this great military struggle. Lieut. Chas. H. Love, a young man of pleasing personality who is laboring incessantly to ac-complish results. First Lieut. Frank L. Dyre, Little Rock, Ark.; for two years Band Master of Tuskegee Institute, who is full of the fighting spirit and is daily instilling this principal into his men. Capt. H. W. Mills, commanding Co. F., also a former veteran of the 24th, has segn more than six years' service in that famous infantry, and is longing to reach France that he might assist in winning this war for Democracy. Lieut. H. H. Boger, Co. D. O. R. C. a former student at Ohio State University, and University of Wisconsin and an Instructor in Agriulture and Chemistry at Tuskegee Institute, who is a staunch believer in the Doctrine of Democracy for the world. Lieut. Leonard Edwards, M. G, B. N, Co. A, one of Augusta Richmond County, Georgia's promising young men who was an active member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church and Y, M. C. A. and is exerting his Christian influence at Camp Grant in the 350th Inf. Lieut. Earl Rider, O. R. C., a former student of University of Ill., and resident of Springfield, Ill., who is straining every effort to see that the men in his care are well drilled and disciplined. Capt. Garnett E. Furgerson, a prominent real estate owner of Dunbar, W. Va., who enjoys the distinction of being one of two captains commissioned from civil life. He is commanding Co. M efficiently. First Lieut. Alvin II. Cameron, former High School student at Nashville, Tenn., who is exerting every vestage of influence he possesses to make his company second to none at the camp. First Lieut. L. R. Simpson, 365th Inf., Cumberland. Ohio, a loyal son of Wilberforce University, who is determined that history shall record that his race stood by America in this trying ordeal. Lieut. Russell C. Atkins, Mustering Officer, Co. F., a native of Winston, Salem, N. C., former student at the University of Wisconsin, and instructor at Tuskegee Institute, who is accomplishing the most laborious tasks at the camp, and is destined to become a conspicious figure in this war. Rev. J. W. Luck Co. H 365th Inf., Mess Sergant, who is assisting Rev. Waldon in religious endeavors. Rev. Luck was formerly pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church, Chicago, Ill. Lieut. C. H. Paynie, Gibson, Ill., who served thirteen years as Q. M. Sergt., Q. M. C. and is indeed affable and brave. And last but in no wise least, First Lieut. Jas. Blackwood, age 21 years, one of the youngest commissioned officers at the Camp and the only member of his race from his state, Colorado, in the Officers Reserve Corpse. He was formerly instructor in electrical engineering at Tuskegee Institute. Space does not permit that we eulogize these gallant braves further at this time, however suffice to say that they are doing Uncle Sam and their Race credit, and are destined in this progressive age to be chronicled in American History and if not there to have their names recorded in the Negro Year Book with Crispus Attucks, Toussaint L' Overture and many other warriors of their race. CAMP GRANT ROCKFORD, ILL "You'll like it," is a Camp Grant by expression and the cry which came from our white comrades some twenty-five days ago. "We like it," is the reply we make to all inquiry made of us by home folk and visitors to the Camp. Boys Comfortable. The dark stories painted by friend and foe as to the reception and treatment the Negro boys would receive on coming to Camp Grant have served only as a contrast to what the conditions really are. Clean and comfortable quarters, well kept mess halls, and chefs neatly dressed are the things which lend much to the agreeable living conditions here. To my thinking, all that could be expected is being furnished. Supplies are still coming in and all this week the Supply Officer and the Company Commanders have been busy issuing woolen suits, undersuits, socks, and strong shoes to protect us from the on-coming winter. A newspaper last week gave the public the impression that we are suffering. This is not true. Almost every man has an army regulation olive drab over coat which takes a good bit of the cold out of zero weather. Wisconsin Men. Had this article appeared the first week after we left, more might be said concerning the Madison men. Suffice it to say we are all making good. Appointments of non-commission officers will include men from this city, I think. But this is not the most important thing, we are all going to make good soldiers. Wisconsin needs to be proud of her men. Intensive Work For Men. It was announced some days ago that intensive work confronts us. There is no time for play," said the colonel. The men realize this fact and are busy from reille until taps drilling. "Y" For The Men. A new building is well on way and the "Y" works are interested and enthusiastic. This is one of the greatest institutions here. It plays an important part in shaping the lives of the men as soldiers. Come and visit one of the greatest camps in America. C. C. S. WE WILL GO TO PRESS EARLY NEXT WEEK AS THURSDAY IS THANKSGIVING. PLEASE HAVE YOUR NEWS ITEMS REACH THE BLADE OFFICE MONDAY. COUNTRY OF NEW YORK MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 1917 200 Good Able Bodied Rei liable Men. A public meeting will be held at Odd-Fellow's Hall, 3335-37 S. State St., Friday night November 30th 1917, 8 o'clock for the purpose of organizing an association to become a new lodge under auspices of THE GRAND UNITED ORDER OF ODD FELLOWS in America. Male persons of good moral character from twenty one (21) to fifty (50), who are interested in uniting with this fraternity are cordially invited to be present. In establishing this lodge it is our intention to adopt the most modern system for financing and granting benefits for sickness and funerals, possible under the general laws of our order. The fee for admission will be FIVE dollars, ($5.00). Beloit, Wis., Nov. 17th 1917. Wisconsin Weekly Blade Madison, Wis. It is very gratifying indeed to note the acquisition of one more subordinate Lodge and one more Household of Ruth in the great commonwealth of Wisconsin — making a total of 5 Lodges and 4 Households of Ruth. It shows that the Order is not merely existing amongst us here, but actually lives. And I wish to extend to all the brothers who have and may hereafter help make this year's work a success, my sincere congratulations and best wishes, and I trust they will keep up the good work. There is no community in which there is an Odd Fellow's Lodge but what is better by reason of that lodge being there. The good there. The gentle influences that flow from every Odd Fellow's Lodge have a healthy influence upon the community and upon the morals of the whole commonwealth, and all people are bound to acknowledge the value of its "Intrinsic Virtues." Let Friendship and brotherly Love prevail, and we will continue to grow and prosper in the future as in the past. The phenomenal success of our Order in this state during the past year demonstrates that the rank and file have been harmoniously at work, doing their utmost in carrying out and disseminating the great principle of our beloved Order. Very Fraternally L. J. Ousley, D. G. D. D. G. L. No. 9 The following persons will participate in the musical and literary program to be given at the G. A. R. Hall, Thanksgiving day 8 P. M. for the benefit of Mt Zion Baptist church, W. R. Harris has charge of the musical features. Their respective voices are also given as follows: Sopranos: Mesdames C. M. Josey, Phoebe Lawrence, Charlotte Abrams, C. B. Smith. Misses Anna Glenn, Sarah Winters. Altos: Mesdames Sadie Hickman, George Buckner; Misses Sylvia Alexander and G. "V". Reuben. Tenors: C. B. Smith, A. B. Fields. Bass: Claude Smith, C. A. Henderson. Solist: Mesdames Wm. Miller, Phoebe Lawrence, George Buckner, C. B. Smith and Miss G. M. Reuben. Rev. L. J. Phillips will deliver an address. Recitations: Mrs. Ida Henderson. Misses Anna Glenn and Winters. A turkey dinner will be served from 12 to 6:30 P. M. by the committee. Big compensation. Write Employment dept. Wisconsin Weekly Blade, 319 N. Henry St Madison. Wis. WANTED PRINTER WANTED The concert for the benefit of Mrs. George W. Williams at Calvary Baptist church was a grand success. Among those who took part were Mrs. Jesseca Mohr, Miss Wilhelmina Smith, a pupil of Mrs. R. F. Reed, Miss Marie A. Bargette, Mr. Irving Hurst and Mrs. Gladys Smack under whose management the affair was gotten up, and Miss Catherine Reeves. The Booker Washington Social Centre will have its formal opening on the 27th inst. Note our advertising columns and patronize our advertisers. Mrs. R. B. Montgomery has been indisposed for several days but is about again. Mr. Adriel Lytton is again running out of Milwaukee. Mrs. O. W. Horton, formerly a resident here but now living in Chicago, was a recent visitor to the city. You need the Blade just as the Blade needs you. Subscribe for it. Mr. Benjamin Poindexter has been called to the colors. He left for Camp Custer on Tuesday. Arrangements for the grand concert to be given by Miss Elnore Revels on the 28th inst. are well in hand. A fine program is promised. Milwaukee now has six barber shops run by colored men and all doing well. Mrs. Robert Merritt, at first both to give up her husband at the call to the colors, is now more reconciled and bears the separation with the spirit of the Spartan women. The following constitute the Cheer Committee of Colored citizens, to aid in providing comforts for our boys at camp: G. H. Blade 5. De Reef, chairman; Rev. R. T. Reed. Secretary; Edw. Monroe. Treasurer; Rev. J. O. Morley; Rev. S. Russell; Mrs. R. B. Montgomery; Mrs. Rebecca Logan; Mrs. Ralph Sanford; L. H. Palmer; K. H. Baylor; Dr. A. L. Herron, Dr. T. A. Boyer, J. G. Thurman and H. B. Kinner. Word received from the camp says that the Milwaukee men are still at Custer with no prospect of an early change. Mr. Walter Broadus said to be from Lexington, Ky., was recently committed to the Sanitarium at Wauwatosa for treatment. Mr. John A. Hall is now in the hospital corps of the Illinois 8th Regiment at Camp Logan, Houston, Tex. EQUALITY FOR NEGRO TROOPS IS T. R. PLEA Camp Upton. Nov. 18.—Denunciation of "fifty-fifty" Americans, pacifists and conscientious objectors and a plea for equal treatment of colored troops were the 'topics of Colonel Theodore Roosevelt's two addresses today, more than 5,000 officers and rookits comprising his audience. If you are seeking employment come to Milwaukee. Wis. Wages 2.50 to 6.00 per day. Board and room reasonable. For further information call on or address The Booker T. Washington Social and Industrial Center. 318 Cherry St., Milwaukee, Wis. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Industrial Center Informal Opening. Milwaukee. Wis. The Booker T. Washington Social and Industrial Center, will have its informal opening Tuesday Nov. 27th. Visitors received from 4 to 10 P. M. A program of speaking and music will be rendered; and refreshments served gratis during the reception of visitors. The Industrial League Club home for men, where the reception is to be held is the only one of its kind in the middle northwest for our people. WEEKLY BLADE :: MILWAUKEE, WIS MEN J. S. Woods, Warden, J. Walter Minor Jr. Sec'y The building which is at 318 Cherry street, contains 48 living rooms equipped with all modern improvements covering three floors. It has a reading room and library; smoking, game and music room; dining room and cafe, 5 bath rooms and an electric elevator—a perfect home for men. It can accommodate from 75 to 100 persons. The League Club maintains the following activities in connection with the home: Free Employment bureau to aid worthy men and women to secure honorable employment at reasonable wages, domestic science, sewing, music, tailoring, printing, manicuring, hair dressing, catering, night school and lecture entertainments. Rev, J. S. Woods, formerly pastor of St. Mark A. M. E. Church is founder and warden of the Industrial Center and resides at the league home. J. Walter Minor Jr., of Brunswick Georgia, is Secretary. SPECIAL TO THE WISCONSIN SIN BLADE BY Cornelius C. Scott, Jr. Big Meet at "Y" For Boys Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill. Nov. 22nd.—That the Y. M. C. A. is playing an important role in producing the true type of an American soldier is not to be questioned. This afternoon we received a piano and tonight with the aid of the ladies from Rockford the boys were highly entertained with instrumental and vocal music and readings. There was enough variety to the program to delightfully please all present. Miss E. Blake sang "Jean of Are" and further pleased her hearers with "Poor Butterfly." Others who offered selections were: Piano solo ... Miss G. Corun. Vocal ... Mrs. M. Robinson. Reading ... Mr. Jaek Wells. Reading ... Mrs. Scott. Comiie Seetch ... Pri. J. Jenkins. Talk "Opportunity for Service" ... Mrs. Boutte. "Star Spangled Banner" ... All. We wish to thank all who helped to make the evening pleasant and especially are we grateful to Mrs. Scott, whose efforts have brought to us at Camp Grant a more "at homeness' feeling in our new life. An added feature to the occasion was the presence of General H. M. Barnum who expressed great pleasure in being present and to have the ladies of the city join in creating a high social environment for the boys. Mr. Snyder, secretary of the "Y", is very active in his work He is always glad to have visitors come in and share with him the great work he is doing, aided by the Rev. Walden, Mr. Dickerson, Mr. Roseboro, Mr. King. DO YOUR HOLIDAY SHOP PING EARLY If you have been in the habit of doing your holliday shopping the last days of the season of the night before Thanksgiving and Christmas, you realize how difficult it is to get good articles as well as to be waited upon. Ke are deavouring through The Blade to inspire our readers to shop early in order to avoid the rush and make better selections. Our advertisers are in a position to serve you now and will be able to not only give you better service, but will show you a larger line of better articles from which you may make your selections. We urge that you take advantage of bargains offered through our colums now, by our patrons. They will assure you prompt, courteous service, and guarantee you satisfaction in every particular. Buy YOUR GOODS FROM THEM THAT ADVERTISE IN THE BLADE. --- NO.24 Social Church and Lodge News. (Blade News Service.) WE WILL GO TO PRESS EARLY NEXT WEEK AS THURSDAY IS THANKSGIVING. PLEASE HAVE YOUR NEWS ITEMS REACH THE BLADE OFFICE MONDAY. Are you a lever of the race? Are you looking for prosperity? In our great drive for subscribers. The Blade is offering good opportunities to show your patriotism and at the same time make money for Xmas. To live long, breathe deeply, sleep regularly, think much and read more. Don't borrow your neighbors paper. Subscribe for your own as it is more progressive and independent. After you have read yours, tell your friends about it and advise him to subscribe. Ladies and gentlemen are earning $5.00 per day working steadily in our employment. Don't waste time looking for gold, when the best inducements are offered to you. The first of a series of articles, prominent women, will appear in the Thanksgiving issue of the Blade. Mrs. Nora F. Taylor, D. G. P. M. N. G., the idol of Eden District will tell you why we should be thankful. Mrs. Lou Ella Young, D. G. R. M. N. G., will follow with a soul stirring article. Many other such brilliant characters will contribute to this series of articles; Don't miss any of them. Tell your friends about them and if you are looking for some quick money, call at the Blade office, 3128 Dearborn St., and consult with our representative. No business offers better opportunity than that of salesman or saleslady. None presents a better chance for advancement, and none has better educational environments. Other people are making good, why not you? FRIENDSHIP H. H. NO. 4581 Friendship H. H. of Ruth No. 4581 met Monday Nov. 12th with a large attendance. $5,00 were voted for the relief of distressed inmates and brothers of East St. Louis and $1,00 in answer to the appeal of Mound City, H. H. of R. No. 491. The H. H. appreciated the helpful remarks made by brothers Burrell, Wells, Banks, and McCall, who attended the meeting. The first of a series of entertainments to be given by Friendship H. H. will be given Wednes evening Nov. 28 at the home of inmate Tryphina Simms, 3571 Rhodes Ave. All are invited to attend. There will be an initiation next meeting, Monday Nov. 26th. DESDEMONIA IUVENILE SO DESDEMONIA JUVENILE SOI CIETY NO. 795. The desdemonia Juvenile Society, No. 759 met Saturday Nov. 17th with a good attendance, the usual routine of business was followed. Inmates Birdie Woods and Jessie L. Bonds were visitors. Alt inmates are cordially invited to the juvenile, the first Saturday in December. Much credit should be given supervisor Ella Dueberry for her ardent work in making the society a success. Don't forget to PAY your subscription to the Blade. WOMAN'S CIVIC LEAGUE The Woman's Civic League met at Quinn Chapel Sunday Nov 18th and transacted a great amount of business. Newly elected officers are, president, Musidora Anderson; 1st vice president, Lulu Wylie; 2nd vice president, Mary Mosely; secretary, Jessie L. Bonds; correspondent, Minnie Woods; treasurer, Louise Rose, chairman, executive board, Eliza Thornington; chr. social Committee, Hannah Hart; The League endorses Rob- (Continued on Page 3.) A National Journal of Opinion and Circulation. Entered as second-class letter June 8, 1916, at the post office at Madison, Wis., under the Act of March 3, 1878 J. ANTHONY JOSBZ, Editor and Manager. GEO. H. DE REEF. Contributing Editor. MILWAUKEE BRANCH H. B. KING Staff Correspondents. A. W. KNIGHT L. J. OUSLBJ I. T. BURRELL Traveling Representative. One year ..... $1.50 Si x months ..... 1.00 Three months ..... 50 The D. C. L. is not responsible for any financial obligation of The Blade. AS I KNIT (Author's Note—It has been asked who but Browning could have written a poem like "The Metidja." We accepted the challenge—time, fifteen minutes flat, but Browning beat us by two stanzas. Nevertheless, this is the world's greatest knitting poem.) As I knit while I sit. On a sweater for a kit. Or a sock or a mit— I am hoping it will fit. That the heel won't rub and hit On a blister and unfit— As I knit, while I sit. As I knit while I sit; In the balcony or pit. The stage is darkly lit As i knit while I sit; And I do not care a bit If the villain in the skit By a large ripe egg is hit, As I knit, while I sit. As I knit, while I sit, I'm not blessed with skill or wit I only do my bit As I knit, while I sit. But I know I will not quit. Till I've made the whole outfit, Sweater, scarf, sock and mit — As I knit, while I sit. —Mary O'Haver, in Butler Collegian THE KNOCKERS BLADELETS "Be sure you are right and go ahead." Are you knitting for the soldiers? If not, why not? If right, refuse to compromise; if wrong, admit it. Some fellows lose five minutes early in life and neevr find it. The world is full of distinguished men of humble birth. The help of every loyal citizen is needed in this war. Are you giving yours? "Every single forward step in history has been taken over the bodies of empty-headed fools who giggled and snickered." The rich boy has his future mapped out for him; the poor boy maps out his own, and, being more familiar with it, is more certain of attaining it. Blade 3 In spite of their many alleged atrocities, Belgium and the Lusitania with its women and children drowned like rats, the Kaiser and his followers are more welcome in many parts of this country than any Americans of African descent, and that too by persons not of German ancestry. General H. M. Barnum, commanding 365th Inf., Camp Grant, is indeed a pleasing character to meet. He is an officer who is striving for Democracy in America and is endeavoring to give all the boys at the camp, equal training and discipline without any race distinction. TRYING TIMES These are indeed trying times; times that are pregnant with most serious possibilities. Because the District Attorney of Milwaukee County purposes to prosecute certain officers of the law for alleged violations of the law, law abiding citizens are appealing to the Governor for the District Attorney's removal and the appointment of another in his stead. For what purpose? To prosecute these cases or to dismiss them? This is the first instance in our knowledge where law abiding citizens have asked the removal of a prosecuting officer because of his purpose to uphold the law. Time was when appeals of this nature were made because of the fear that through interest or otherwise the District Attorney would not do his full duty in the premises. Far be it from us ever to countenance disloyalty to our country either by word or deed of any one; least of all at this time when loyalty is at such a high premium. But we cannot subscribe to the policy of certain A FRIENDLY A FRIENDLY PROTEST The column entitled "News of the Colored People", in the Sunday edition of the Madison Democrat, is a distinct innovation and brainst of well-prepared and interesting news items that would grace the pages of any newspaper. Of course we are pleased to note the "definite-recognition of the fact that the Negroes are a part of the community of Madison, and that what happens among them is of general interest." We very much regret, however, that we cannot enthuse over the form that this recognition is taking. We commend the purpose; the method we condemn. First and principally, we object to it because we are unable to understand the need of a special column for "general news" of "general interest", then they are entitled to no different recognition from that accorded every other part of the same community. They should ask no more, and acquiesce in no loss. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. We learn with pleasure that the case against John Mitchell, Jr., the fearless editor of the Richmond Planet, charged with contempt of Court because of his comments on the recent Aubrey Barrett trial at Charlotte C. H. Va., has been dismissed. Of course this in no wise proves his innocence of the charge. It is a safe bet that John always entertains a sincere contempt of every form of injustice and inequality whether he oust or out of it. And, mirabile dietu, he has the courage to express his convictions even in Richmond. And now that we are on the subject of John Mitchell, Jr., and his Planet, we may just as well confess that we have tried hard to think back to the time when the two were not identical. It can't be done—at least by "us boys." In these parts they may not be well known, but in that neck of the woods to which they are indigenous, they are as well known as Richmond itself and almost co-temporaneous with the River James. So, here's to John Mitchell, Jr. May he and his Planet continue to do business at the old stand for years yet unborn, and never be less contemptuous on a more justifiable occasion! GEORGE WIESE CIGAR MANUFACTURER and Jobber of Tobaccos and Cigarettes 111 King St., Madison, Wis. Telephone 2551 Our Brands Ten Cents: Sodiac La Posa Julius Ceasar Ed Tiffin El Crispo Five Cents: Cuban Tips Royal Honor La Flor de Cuba Miss West Signo Buy Jingo Art Ginger Box of Cigars for Xmas. Remember the Boys in Camp. Our advertisers invite your trade. spectacular patriots who would brand as disloyal every word or act not in accord with their elastic ideas of loyalty. Ours is a higher and more permanent standard—the Constitution and the laws in accord therewith. In the instant case, if the meeting was disloyal, then the speaker and those responsible for it should be punished to the full extent of the law. On the other hand, if the meeting was a lawful and peaceable one and was wilfully interrupted, the legislature has provided a penalty beyond the power of any District Attorney to vary. In either event a trial will determine the question of guilt or innocence. In the meanwhile, lovers of law and order should refrain from hasty criticism of the District Attorney whose only offense is that, in the performance of his sworn duty, he purposes to prosecute a complaint sworn to by a citizen and issued in the regular way. Truly, these are trying times! As much as we appreciate the very excellent motives of the Democrat in running this column, we cannot, even in this instance, recede from the stand we have always taken against discriminations based on race or color. We can discern no difference in principle between a "Jim Crow car" on the railroad and a "Jim Crow Column" in a newspaper. In each instance it is segregation based solely on difference of race—a policy against which we shall never cease to protest so long as God gives us a mind to reason and a voice to be heard. Give recognition if you will to the colored people in the community, but give it just as you give it to every other class of citizens. Place their "Personal Notes" in the Personal Column; their "Society Notes" in the Society Column and so on. For the time being, forget the accident of their birth. LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN, Superior Court, Dane County. CHARLOTTE ABRAMS, Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM ABRAMS, Defendant. The State of Wisconsin, to the said defendant: You are hereby summoned to appear within twenty days after service of this summons exclusive of the day of service, and defend the above entitled action in the Court aforesaid; and in case of your failure so to do, judgement will be rendered against you according, to the demand of the complaint, of which a copy is herewith served upon you. KRONCKE, SAUTHOFF & MURPHY, Attorneys. Post Office Address, Badger Annex, Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. * * * The above entitled action is for a divorce from the bonds of matrimony and the complaint is now on file in said Court. AN APPEAL FOR AID Dexter Lodge No. 2702. Grand United Order of Odd Fellows. Mound City, Ill., Nov. 17, 1917. Ill. and Wisconsin Jurisdiction Greeting: On about the 12th October the two-story building of Dexter Lodge No. 2702, situated on Main street, in the principal part of the city was burned, with a total loss of everything except the seal and the ledger of the P. 8. The building was insured, but this will not cover all the loss. To rebuild, we are compelled by the City Council to erect a building of better material and more safe than the one lost. We are to build a more commodious building, for the use of our people than any other lodge here, as a community center. To do this we will need some assistance, therefore we are asking each lodge for a donation. Send all moneys to P. S. Jas R. Campbell, Box 84, who will return for the same, a receipt. Yours in F. L. T.. R. Y. Wilch, N. G. Jas R. Campbell, P. S. KINKY Hair Grows Long, Soft, Silky Gentlemen: I am sending you a picture to let you see what your EXELENTO Quinine Comade has done for my hair. It has grown to match hair and is very thick, soft and silky and I can see how it works. We want to see what hair grower in the world. Don't be fooled all your life by using some fake preparation which claims to straighten kinky hair. You are just fooling around by using it. 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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 keep it. Phone 4400 Madison Ga Com Madison Gas & Elec Company 126 East Main Street The Emanuel Jackson Undertak manuel Jackson Undertak 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 616 OPEN DAY AND NIGHT Service, ReasonablePrices, Courteous Free Chapel in Connection Line of Funeral Goods Auto OWNERS AND DIRECTORS Jackson, Geo. T. Kersey, David A. L. Ahmed A. Rayner CALUMET 6164 Out of town OPEN DAY AND NIGHT Reliable Service, ReasonablePrices, CourteousTreatment Free Chapel in Connection Complete Line of Funeral Goods Autos for Hire OWNERS AND DIRECTORS Dan M. Jackson, Geo. T. Kersey, David A. McGowan, Ahmed A. Rayner PHONE: CALUMET 6164 Out of town shipments The Oldest Trust Company in the State of Wisconsin The SavingsLoan&Trust Company Steensland Building, Madison, Wis Capital and Surplus, $300,000 Debentures, Certificates, Savings, Trusts Money to Loan on Real Estate Security OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS E. B. Steensland, Pres. and Treas. W. A. P. Morris, Vice-Pres. J. G. O. Zehner, Vice-Pres. E. F. Riley, Sec'y and Trust Officer I. M. Kittleson, Assistant Sec'y. W. D. Curtis Stanford P. Starks A. E. Proudfit A. F. Menges S. T. Swansen Herman Pfund --- s & Electric pany on Undertaking Co. AND NIGHT Prices, Courteous Treatment on Connection Goods Autos for Hire DIRECTORS Mersey, David A. McGowan, A. Rayner Out of town shipments HOTEL DOUGLAS Phone Belle 3383 510 Elm St. ROCKFORD ILLINOIS First Class Place to Eat BLADE ON SALE S. L. HODGES, Proproriotor 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 BUILDING Opposite C. & N. W. Depot --- Mrs. A. T. Stewart has returned from Little Rock, Ark., her old home, accompanied by her sister. Miss Thelma Daniels, who will visit indefinitely. Little Grace Owen Hickman has entered the Barabec school and enjoys it very much. Miss Ethel Roberts and Teddy Waldman attended the funeral of Mr. Arms, their uncle. Ivy Lee came home from work ill Monday evening. He is better now. Maggie Belle, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Thomas, 816 Milton Street, has had a severe cold but is convalescing. She was eight months old Tuesday and has eight teeth. Her mother paid her subscription to the Blade. Mrs. N. Thomas, 814 Milton St., was able to be out Tuesday. Her children are recuperating from the effects of the whooping. Rev. Phillips, pastor of the A. M. E. church was quite fatigued last week from over work, however, his sermon on "What is Man" was instructive and inspiring Sunday evening. Don't forget to attend the Thanksgiving dinner at G. A. R. Hall Thursday Nov. 29th, beginning at noon and continuing throughout the evening at which time a musical entertainment will be rendered by a special chorus lead by W. R. Harris. Thos. Horton, 637 E. Dayton St., is unable to work, being on the sick list. Mrs. Gladys Richman joined her husband in Milwaukee Sunday. He is ill. The Eastern Star and Masons gave a box Social at the St. Paul A. M. E. Church last Friday evening. The box prepared by Mrs. M. Harris was sold for $2.70 the highest bid made, while the one by Miss Pearl Samuels sold for 50c. Mrs. Harrietta Schaffer has gone to Chicago, Ill., to live. Synobia, the daughter of Mrs. S. Jackson, 118 Blunt St., was operated upon at the General Hospital last week and is now convalescing. She will return home tomorrow. W. Breamer, 649 E. Dayton St., is expected to return to Chicago soon. Henry William, well known railroad man running here from Chicago, was greeted by The Blade representative Saturday. He subscribed for the Blade in order that he might keep abreast with the Wisconsin News. Mrs. Carl Estrada presented her husband with a six-pound baby girl at the General Hospi last week. Her mother, Mrs. Phillip Jones, Edgerton, was with her several days. There will be special patriotic and Thanksgiving service at the A. M. E. Church at 10:30 Thursday A. M. Nov. 29. Mrs. Sadie Hickman, State St., has her household furniture for sale. 11 South Pinckney Street We will sell about a dozen different styles of Shoes for Women, all sizes, at only $2.39 and $2.69—positively a Great Bargain. See Our Window! Come early!! We surely can fit you in a Fine Shoe for little money. Henry Walters who has been in New York and Brooklyn for several months, expected to visit Madison tomorrow. The Madam accompanied him as far as Chicago. Mr. Clarence Owens and his sister, Mrs. Sadie Hickman, accompanied by little Grace Hickman, were in Baraboo attending the funeral of Mr. Sam Owens, their uncle. * WE WILL GO TO PRESS EARLY NEXT WEEK AS THURSDAY IS THANKSGIVING. PLEASE HAVE YOUR NEWS ITEMS REACH THE BLADE OFFICE MONDAY. The able address delivered by Bishop Coppins at the A. M. E. Church on Nov. 13th, was much enjoyed. While here, the Bishop was the recepient of an elaborate dinner at the parsonage. Those present were: Revs. G. J. Fox, W. S. Williams and Rev. Lewis of Rockford, Ill., and Rev. J. S. A. Mitchan, the pastor. The hostess was assisted by Mrs. E. K. Williams, Stewardess. H. T. Bell, 617 St. Paul Ave., is visiting relatives in Ponitoe, Miss. Messrs. Gray of Bushnell St. Nickelson of Race St., G. W. Barr of Park St., and Mrs. Price of Forest Ave., are on the sick list. Geo. Barr, Jr. who has been at the hospital several weeks on account of an operation is out again. Friends and relatives gathered at the N. W. Depot Sunday 11th A. M. to bid farewell to the loyal sons of color, who departed for the South. Private Jones of Camp Grant, Ill., recently of this city, visited friends here Sunday. He was present at the morning service of Second Baptist Church. Rev. J. A. Mitchan was in Delavan Sunday. "Mother" Fox and sons W. K. A. and Thos. E. attended a very important meeting down town Sunday. The young Elder is expanding rapidly. The Womans Missionary Society of Emanuel Baptist church met at the home of Sister A. Pinson, Atheletic St., Friday 16th. Sister Wm, Harris presided, each pledging their support in the Bazaar Nov. 27th, 28th and 29th. Delicious repast was served by the hostess. Be it known to every reader and subscriber to The Blade in Beloit and Rockford County, that Rev. G. J. Fox, No. 1449 Middle Ave., Phone 1505, is prepared to receipt bills, accept new subscribers, credit your renewal, at a moments notice and explain to you terms for The Blade any time you call. Every race man in this city should subscribe and pay for this paper, its the only mouth piece WE have in this city or state. In no other paper in the world can we get news about us in the Gate City. Subscribe today, don't tarry or delay longer. DO IT NOW. The Gate City was brilliantly illuminated Saturday last by the bright face of our Editor, call again Brother. A large audience was in attendance at the session of the B. Y. P. U. Sun. 6 P. M. The program was spicy and pregnant with much food for the thought. Discussions were led by Misses Trice and Williams. The Musical menu consisted of Solos, Duets, Trios and congregational singing. There is just as much worship in giving as there is in singing and praying. Did you ever think of that? A get together meeting was held by the different departments of the Baptist Church Sunday afternoon to perfect plans for the coming financial efforts. Join our busy Club any boy. girl, woman, man, society or club can have the Blade for one year if they will forward five one-year subscriptions to The Blade before Dec. 31st. You will need the Blade to cut through the walls of prejudice, prune the truth of error, level the hill of opposition, and scale the mountain of injustice. Its The Blade that to all the World our plea can be made. A get together meeting was held by the different departments of the Baptist Church Sunday afternoon to perfect plans for the coming financial effort. Chicago, Ill. (Continued from page 1) ert R. Jackson as candidate for Alderman and all members pledged their support to him. Supporters of Candidates in the Aldermanic Campaign will do well toward placing their man by advertising him in the Blade. See our representatives at 3128 Dearborn St. for rates on cuts and write-ups. MENTAL PEARL CHARITY CLUB The Mental Pearl Charity Club met Friday, Nov. 6th at the residence of Mrs. Mattie Stigall, 3413 Prairie Ave. The club members endorsed Robert R. Jackson as their candidate for Alderman in the second ward and pledged their support to him. On Thursday Nov. 22nd, Mr. Jackson addressed the Club. YOU CAN INCREASE YOUR SALES BY ADVERTISING IN THE BLADE. Do not forget the opportunities offered you thru our office at 3128 Dearborn St., and by our advertisers. Tell The Blade what you can do and we will advise you how to proceed. Mrs. Francis Collins and son Henry, left for Cleveland, Ohio, Sunday night. Dr. Marshall is seriously ill. Mrs. Emma Bojell 4516 S. State St., in on the sick list. Blade 11 If you want to make the boys in Khakhi happy subscribe to the Blade for them so they can read their home news. It is better than a letter because there is more news in it. Fred Vaughn is back in the city after three weeks visit to his parents in Keokuk, Iowa. Mrs. Martha Cassell, 3024 Wentworth is on the sick list. Englewood Lodge No. 4230 met on the 5th with a very large membership present. Bros. B. Allen of G. M. C. No. 20, J. Buckner of No. 1498, Springfield, Ohio, and Bro. Williams of Lake Michigan No. 5610, were our honored guests. Bro. Allen spoke words of encouragement and of how our brothers could iet to the G. M. Council. A rising vote of thanks was given Bro. Starks for his hard and earnest work for the Lodge and Order. We had the pleasure of initiating six candidates brot in by his labor in the interest of F. L. & T. Our slogan "Double Up". Strangers Rest 5125 H. H. of Ruth met on the 8th with a large membership present. We received three applications from the results of our "Social Evening" last month. Inmates Walker and Lacy were given the first degree and Inmate Lee, first and second degrees. No sick reported, which speaks well for a H. H. of 60. "Don't knock, but boost." Get in on the big drive, while the campaign is on. Office 3128 Dearborn St. The entertainment given by the Three Link Club at the residence of Mrs. Wm. Simms, 4930 Wabash Ave. last night, was a success. Mrs. Simms was rewarded a fine gold bracelet for the largest number of tickets sold. 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News Depot All leading periodicals and weekly newspapers for sale 283-4 Street MILWAUKEE Wisconsin Weekly Blade for sale. RESTAURANT When in Milwaukee visit the ELITE CAFE Meals at all hours Lunches 10-15-20c and up ROBERT WHITE, Prop. 267 Fourth St. PELLAGRA GS is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any case of toothache, gum disease, philips, Scrofula, Eczema, Constipation or any blood, liver or kidney disease, or your dollar returned. Give your for or pay big bills? Take expensive trips or buy a remedy with no assurance. G.S. will refund your money refunded. I have built my trips with a meritorious remedy and fair dealing; a trial is all I ask you to give me. If you prefer, price $1.00 per bottle, or 6 for $5.00. Always call on your drug-gist for G. S. before you order from me. I will provide for testimonials and censor this paper. L. M. GROSS 721 Spring Street LITTLE ROCK, ARK. The First National Bank MADISON, WISCONSIN United States Capital Surplus and Uncertainty OFFICERS A No. 144 States Depository and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 CERS AND DIRECTORR United States Deposits plus and Undivided Profits OFFICERS 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, Assistant Cashier --- --- --- 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 re-wet freshness Steam Dye Works Old Reliable." Established 1884. Madison Stead "The Old Reliable 116 S. Pinckney St. W. STR THE ison Steam Dye W "The Old Reliable." Established 188 St. W. STRELOW, Prop. THE STAR HAIR GROWER 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. Black Cat Persons in the South can get their goods three days earlier by writing THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr., P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. ```markdown ``` A No.144 F. G. Brown, Vice-President F. W. Hoyt H. L. Moseley M. C. Clark, Cashier FASHION THE STAR HAIR GROWER. Mfr. Phone 2485 Kenctuky WE WILL GO TO PRESS EARLY NEXT WEEK AS THURSDAY IS THANKSGIVING. PLEASE HAVE YOUR NEWS ITEMS REACH THE BLADE OFFICE MONDAY. GRAPE VINE, KY. Mr. Jas. O. Twine and Miss Mamie C. Olverson, 'surprised their many friends by driving to Richmond, Ky., on Oct. 31st and being quietly married at the home of Rev. T. H. Broaddus, who performed the ceremonie. The groom is a prosperous young farmer and the bride is a very attractive young lady. Their many friends are wishing them much success. Mr. and Mrs. June Twine spent the week end with their brother Mr. Palmer Millio at Pine Grove. Misses Mary G. and Hattie L. Twyne spent last Saturday and Sunday with their sister and cousin Miss Sallie Twyne at Boonhurough. Miss eGrtrude Goggins is confined to her bed and is very ill at this writing. Mrs. John Olverson is slowly improving after an attack of pneumonia. Mrs. Mattie J. Twine has just closed a successful school at valley View, Ky. Miss Mollie Twine is spending the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Jenkins, Newby, Ky. Miss Lottie M. Campbell has been spending a few days with her Aunt, Mrs. June Twine and was presented at the Twine-Olverson reception. The Madison County Teachers Association met at the Grape Vine School house, Oct. 26th. All reported a grand time and interesting meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Million have been visiting their parents at this place. Mrs. Mable Harris is the proud mother of a fine baby boy. Mr. Jno. Smith is through grinding cane for this season. PEYTONTOWN KY Mrs. Julia Miller, Miss Pattie J. Simms, and Miss Merritt J. White were in Richmond, Ky., Mon, of last week. There was an oyster supper given at Mrs. Eliza Campbell's Sat. night past for the benefit of the Church Aid Society and raised $1.80. There will be a pfe supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Campbell's, the 4th Saturday night in Nov. Everybody is cordially invited. This supper will be given by the Church Aid Society. Mr. Curry Harris, after a long illness, departed this life Monday night Nov. 12th. Funeral services were held at the Peytontown Baptist church and were conducted by Rev. D. C. Francis and Rev. T. H. Broadus. Miss Pattie J. Simmons and Mr. Howard White, were happily married Thursday night at the home of the bride's sister, Mr. Julia Miller. They are receiving congratulations from their many friends, Mr. Jno. D. Chambers and Miss Odessa Leavell were attendants. OSHKOSH. WIS (Blade News Service) Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Mitchell entertained a few of their friends with a progressive whist party. Monday evening Nov. 12th. Mr. George Newsome has gone to Northern Wisconsin to spend the winter months marking in the timber land. Mr. Eli Rice was loudly cheered when he sang to a crowded house at Ripon. Wis Nov. 12th. Messrs. J. H. Smith, A. C. Campbell and F. W. Lewis, employees of the C. & N. W. are spending a few days in Chicago taking a much needed rest. Owing to previous engagements, Wrights Orchestra will not be able to play for entertainment that was to have been given at Odd Fellows Hall Thanksgiving night and the affair has been postponed indefinitely. Mrs. E. G. Elmore of Appleton, Wis., has been quite ill for the last three weeks. Those who have news for the Blade will please phone 3833 or drop a postal to 406 Broad St. Don't fail to have your subscription money ready. When the collector calls, members of the Odd Fellow Lodge here have hopes of setting up the H. H. of Ruths in the early spring. We have no church of our own to attend. But it seems good to know that we are allways made welcome in the club rooms of the Odd Fellow Hall, and the members spare no pains in making visitors feel at home. Mr. George W. Buttler of Chippewa aFlls spent Sunday Nov. 18th, in Neenah, Wis. The guest of Mrs. Charley Tohmas. Mr. Buttler is employed on one of the enterstate commerce commission cars. Mr. and Mrs. John W. Smith were Sunday guests to Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Hart of Neenah. Mr. Calvin Buttler of Neenah was an Oshkosh and Fond du Lac visitor Sunday. Mrs. W. S. Hart went to Appleton Wednesday to see Mrs. Elmore Ryne, who has been very ill. Mr. Ryne is in Gary, Ind., unaware of his wife's illness. ROCKFORD, ILL. Rockford, Ill., Nov. 22.—Rockford has become one of the most popular cities in the country. The streets are crowded with strangers traveling in every direction. The citizens here are welcoming them into their home and families and business generally has been given a boost owing to the soldiers stationed at Camp Grant, who are reflecting credit and honor to themselves and their country. Harry White, Dearian, Wis., is being held here by the government officers. F. L. Barnett, Jr, and a party visited Rockford from Chicago Sunday. Mrs. Bessie Symthson, Mrs. L. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Devine visited Rockford Sunday. Rev. Cobb attended the dedication here last Sunday. Ernest Ketchell has returned to the city. Mr. Anthony and Miss Walton were quietly married. The home boys are presenting a manly military appearance in their uniforms. Henry Harris visited Freeport a few days. Mrs. T.A. Weatheral is visiting friends here. The program rendered by the Ladies S. S. Club was a success. Mr. Adrion, Chicago attended the funeral of his brother Walter who died of pneumonia Nov. 9th. Wesley Thuss and Miss Estell Herrington were quietly married Sunday afternoon. Mrs. F. M. Payne has returned to Chicago after a pleasant visit here. L. J. Ously, Beloit and mother visited the Camp City last Sunday. Mrs. Ella Harris attended the meeting of Household No. 5376, while visiting Freeport and was greatly inspired. Mysee Boyder, Freeport, has returned to Rockford. Miss Ella Ously, Freeport, Visited Camp Grant this week. Mrs. Floyd Robinson is visiting relatives in Chicago. The Juveniles 1245 held a social last week which was very successful. Miss Blanche and Hazel DePriest entertained the Young Ladies Progress Club Wednesday. THE WISCONSIN WEEKLY BLADE IS GIVING EMPLOYMENT TO A LARGE NUMBER OF MEN AND WOMEN. REGISTER YOUR NAME AT THE OFFICE B LOOKING FOR WORK. ```markdown ``` Naturally, suppose that they have normal vision, and do not need glasses. But it doesn't necessarily follow at all. Many people of strong physique can and do overcome considerable errors, of vision just by their ```markdown ``` But there would be just that much excess energy. less tax upon their strength if they wore glasses. Every person should have his eye errors corrected. W. L. BALLINGER 17 W. Main St. SHOP EARLY FIRE SALE BARGAINS Just Before Christmas Too Violins, Mandolins, Banjos, Guitars, Ukuleles, Piano Benches, Music Bags and Rolls, Piano Scarfs, Piano Covers, Plush lined Violin Cases, Swiss Music Boxes, Drums, Drummer Traps, Player Piano Rolls, Orchestra and Band Instruments of all kind, and on such easy terms no one need hesitate to buy. Our Insurance Adjustment permits us to make substantial reductions on all this stock. It makes ideal Christmas gifts—Come in and see how much you can get for a small price in pleasure giving gifts—The saving is worthy of investigation. 20 No. Carroll St. --- THE NEW YORK TIMES You'll smile, too, when you wear MALLORY $3.00 —You will sn of getting su such splendie money. In worthy" hats LLORY HA RY HATS MALLORY HATS —You will smile with the satisfaction of getting such uncommon style and such splendid quality for so little money. Indeed, the're "thrust, worthy" hats—in fact as well as in name; all, the new shapes (soft or stif) new colors, new finishes. Manage to get a good "look" at the unusual window displays. Borsalino (Italian) Hats, Too— Baillie-Hedquist Company "The Neckwear House of Madison" W. E. WILLIAMS Licensed Embalmer Funeral Director dertaking Parlors 308 E. Wilson St. Madison Williams Undertaking Telephone 4229 308 E. Williams Undertaking Parlors 4229 308 E. Wilson St. Madison visit our adver- n you saw their gain in the Wis- Blade. YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO THE BLADE IS PAST DUE. IT IS CHEAPEST AT $1.50 PER YEAR. When you visit our advertisers tell them you saw their wonderful bargain in the Wisconsin Weekly Blade. --- --- MRS. W. E. WILLIAMS Assistant Embalmer. Phone 771 FURNITURE We are pleased to announce holiday gifts in furniture things are some beautiful Spinet Desks Magazine Racks Fine Chairs Tea W all of the well known H reasonable. Haswell Fu pleased to announce that our line of gifts in furniture is complete and amo are some beautiful and artistic novelties Desks Magazine Racks Fine Chairs Tea Wagons Rockers Lamps the well known Haswell quality and able. Haswell Furniture C We are pleased to announce that our line of suitable holiday gifts in furniture is complete and among other things are some beautiful and artistic novelties in all of the well known Haswell quality and priced reasonable. Haswell Furniture Co. THE HOME OF G117-119 State Street. Haswell Building — OOD FURNITURE Bank of BROWN The Bank of Wisconsin OWN The Trunk M Bank of Wisconsin BROWN The Trunk Man 206 East Main Street Lowest Prices TRAVELING G SATCHELS A lowest Prices on All Kinds TRAVELING GOODS, TRUCK ATCHELS AND VALISE Lowest Prices on All Kinds of TRAVELING GOODS, TRUNKS, SATCHELS AND VALISES North American Life & Casualty Co. The Oldest Casualty Company in the Northwest Benefits range from $15 to $130 per month according to occupa- tion and amount of Premium paid. Protect your wages with one of our Combination Health and Acci- dent Policies. Office open Wednesdays and Saturdays Evenings Houses, Flats and Furnished Rooms for rent to colored people HOVEY STITH, Gen'l Agt. Room 608, 211 Grand Ave. Phone Grand 3529 MILWAUKEE St. Benedict Settlement 823 Winnebago Street Milwaukee, Wis. Home for Colored Working Girls and Women Strangers in the City. Either Catholic or Protestants Either with or without means MRS. L. DUNCAN Milwaukee, Wis. --- ce that our line of suitable complete and among other and artistic novelties in agons Rockers Lamps aswell quality and priced furniture Co. Wisconsin Trunk Man on All Kinds of FOODS, TRUNKS, AND VALISES You Like Nice Pictures In Your Home Well Framed We do the BEST FRAMING in Madison, that's why the BEST PEOPLE trade with us. Our prices ARE right. Bring in some of your pictures to frame. You will be pleased. 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.