Wisconsin Weekly Blade

Don't Forget To Shop Early "And Avoid The Rush", And--Get Better Barqains THE WISCONSIN Official Organ of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth. A NATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPINION AND CIRCULATION VOL. II MADISON. WIS.. THURSDAY. CHICAGO, ILL. According to the Proclamation of the President, we are to turn Thanks to the Almighty God for the safe guidance of the ship of State in these perilous times in the past year. But we should not stop at that. Each individual should take a glance at his or her record made in the past and see what he or she is thankful for. We want to start 100 men and women willing to work for $5.00 per day, on the road to thankfulness; call at the Blade office 3128 Dearborn St. By reading The Blade you become acquainted with your fellow brothers and your individual self. SUBSCRIBE FOR IT. What is your ambition in life? Have you the proper backings to start you on your way? If not interview The Blade man at his office, 3128 Dearborn St. The Bazaar given for the benefit of the Old Folks Home and Jane Ridley Rest proved to be a success. Mr. J. H. Rice, 511 East 33rd St. was seriously injured last Monday Eve. by a Street Car. Join the club and secure subscription for The Blade. Fine opportunity, great inducements and a large field, 1000 subscribers wanted by the first of the New Year. Mrs. Breckenridge of Lake City Household 2229 has been appointed correspondent for The Blade. Other Lodges, Households and Chapters have subscribed, why not follow suit? Prof. A. Goff, 3118 Indianna is indisposed this week. Mr. Harry Harper of Davenport, Iowa is spending a few days in this city. We are sorry to hear of the illness of Dr. Dailey. We hope for him a complete recovery. We dropped in for a few minutes chat with the D. G. M. and found every thing running smoothly also gathered a few words of timely advice. The American Knitting club is increasing in numbers and each member is busily working to cheer the hearts and protect the bodies of the men at the front. Several members of Arnett Lodge attended the corner stone laying of the Hyde Park A. M. E. Church. The ceremonies were very impressive. Dr. J. W. Griffin is the pastor of this church. The success has been beyond expectations owing to oppositions. This proves the statement that only by getting together can we hope to succeed. Arnett Lodge 7455, met on the 24th with the same prevailing spirit of harmony. Several visiting brothers were present. Among those being Bro. Price of Hutchinson Lodge 1362, who spoke on the line of inducing our Bros. from the South to connect themselves with some Lodge, and to appoint a committee to see after that work. The N. G. informed the Brothers that Arnett Lodge had realized the importance of aiding strangers when they come into our midst, therefore he appointed a committee of five to render such assistance as they find necessary. Brother Jos. Douglas of Bacon Lodge 1269, Sheridian, Wy, also expressed his pleasure at being with us. From the consideration of the fact that the banquet to be given by this Lodge was canceled on account of the high cost of food stuffs, the money contributed by the members was voted out and credited on their dues. And in view of the fact that the first meeting in December is the 10th anniversary of the Lodge, it has been determined that we shall hold a love feast and praise meeting of Thanksgiving for the wonderful progress Arnett Lodge has made. Each brother is expected to say something along this line. Several of the old chartered members are expected to be pres- ent. P. N. F. Hunt, Huff, Coleman, Turner and others. Bro. Williams, our blind brother was with us, a silver offering was given to assist him in meeting the high cost of living. The receipts of the evening were $58.00 Bro. J. T. Thomas was reinstated, Bro. F. Gates was given the full course of initiation, both seemed much impressed. Please send us your news not later than Sunday afternoon, if you cannot send it by mail, bring it. Be sure to joint the club for the increasing of readers for the Blade. Our Goal, 1,000 subscribers and a 8 page paper. Englewood Lodge 4230 met on the 19th with a good membership present. The N. G. of the Universe has spared the health of our Lodge for we have not had one sick report during the last three meetings. District G. L., Bro. Burrell was present during our meeting. He spoke a few words of encouragement and introduced The Blade as the official organ of Ill. and Wis. After the Lodge was closed we opened up in Lodge of instruction with the D. G. L. Bro. Burrell assisting us in distress signs, grips and tokens of the Order. We conferred first, second and third degrees on Bro. Jackson. Through the Lodge of Instruction the members learn more of the work of the Order and become more interested in it. By having the D. G. L. in our city, every Lodge here should get busy and arrange one meeting to have the degree work explained thoroughly to its members. Let all the P. N. F. in every Lodge get busy and arrange this degree work for the benefit of their members, so in the future they will be able to carry the work on and carry the banner of the G. U. O. of O. F. on and on. The Boe Social given by the Y. M. L. I. Club, Wed. Evening, Nov. 14th at the residence of Mrs. Letha Hunts. 5519 LaFayette Ave. to raise money to place a Mother in the Old Folks Home was quite a success both financially and in attendance. All present spent an enjoyable evening. Mrs. Edith Bin receiving the prize for finding the largest number of peanuts. Hutchinson Lodge 1362 held its last meeting of the month last Thursday night. Bro. E. H. Morris our national G. M., visited the Lodge on the first meeting of the month and spoke a few words about the amendments to the by-laws that was continued from the previous meeting, he brought out some very interesting points about the law which set the members thinking. Bro. H. T. Wells made a very good statement that all members drafted should be exempted from dues, assessments and taxes, the motion was carried. Again we say to you Subscribe for The Blade. Pay your subscriptions. Advertise in The Blade. Get others interested in our work. I. T. Burrell, Travelling Representative, 3128 Dearborn St. Arthur Perkins, Correspondent, 455 E. 31st St. Phone 8560. WHAT HAVE WE TO BE THANKFUL FOR? Nora F. Taylor. P. D. G. M. N. G. EDEN DISTRICT HOUSEHOLD No.18. ILLIONIS AND WISCONSIN We should be thankful to almighty God for His showers of plenty that today fills our land; we have plenty and yet to spare. In these perilous times when death is so common, and life is a premium, we have great reasons ito be thanful we are alive. When the hand of the strongest nations on earth are lifted against each other and fingers of those hands are dripping with human blood; as individuals we are to be thanful that those hands have not as yet reached us. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA COUNTRY OF MICHIGAN 1856 OF Ruth. Illinois CULATION S., THURSDAY, NOVEM J. Robinson 371 Ohio St. the Unitedretired exempl ing in 1886 can soldier, being later an example f which is now a training. MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1917 Sergt. Henry C. Robinson 371 Ohio St., Lexington, Ky. Who saw service in the Unitedretired exemplary type of Ameri-States Army beginning in 1886 can soldier. His life should be in the 25th Inf. and being lateran example for the boys now in transferred to the 24th is now atraining. Hon. F. J.. WIMBERLY, Atlanta a. Ga. president. At lanta Mutualo Industrial Insurance Co is its President and four to board d directors upon Elected Vice-President, Atlanta Mutual Insurance Co. The largest Negro Industrial Insurance Company in the world. Hon. A. F. Herndon is its President and founder. The "Blade" extends congratulation to board directors upon its recent election of officers. Our hearts are pained by the news lynching, riots and mob violence outbreaks of race heatred are the awful consequence of envy jealousy and malice; the records of which at times would startle any uncivilized people; many of us have used Prater, groaning, sympathy, tears and service, trying to alleviate the suffering and eradicate the evil; for no community is safe, where the child of a mob leader or of those who winked at, looked at, or participated in a lynching unto the fourth or twelfth generation lives, for it is natural that the children hold sacred the ideals of their parents. We should be thankful thus far we have escaped these invaders. Fellow is doing much to cement the interest of the order in the district. We are thankful that we have peace and harmony in the district under the direction of G. M. Geo T. Kersey, D. G. M. N. G. Arfetter Miller, and their executive ability. In these days when nation is against nation, brother against brother, parent against children children against parent, and the spirit of unrest fills the Universe inspite of this condition. God has given us fellowship and friends for which we should be thankful. Give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good, His blessings are plenious in raiments and food, thankful hearts, minds, thankful wills to obey. The present war spirit has cracked some of the nations hard nuts, that no other condition would have dared to touch; and we should be thankful that during all these years of watchful waiting our people have never stopped singing "God maves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform." It is true that crepe has hung from many of our doors this past year, yet those who are spared should look up through their tears and with grateful hearts, thank the Heavenly Father for His wisdom and care, saying "Thy Will be done." Odd Fellows in Illinois and Wisconsin are very thankful of J. A. Josey (editor of The Wisconsin Blade). This hearty Odd --- WEEKLY BLADE lanta Mutual Insurance Co. Insurance Company in the world.ent and founder. The "Blade"irectors upon its recent election of Fellow is doing much to cement the interest of the order in the district. We are thankful that we have peace and harmony in the district under the direction of G. M. Geo. T. Kersey, D. G. M. N. G. Arfetter Miller, and their executive ability. In these days when nation is against nation, brother against brother, parent against children, children against parent, and the spirit of unrest fills the Universe, inspite of this condition. God has given us fellowship and friends for which we should be thankful. Give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good. His blessings are plenious in raiments and food, thankful hearts, minds, thankful wills to obey. We have every reason to thank God for this "Thanksgiving Day." MILWAUKEE, WIS Dr. Thos. H. Boger, addressed the Galena Branch of Y. M. C. A. last Sunday. Subject: Causes and Prevention of Pneumonia. Rev. W. S. Fergerson of Atlanta, Ga., is pastoring the C. M. E. Church at 501 Galena St., He is endearing himself in the hearts of the good people of Milwaukee and his following are loyal. St. Benedict Social Center, 823 Winnebago St., is in charge of that progressive race woman, Mrs Laura Duncan. It is an ideal tainments, club meetings, sewing place, for special parties, enter- ::: circles. It may be obtained at a reasonable price, open all day for inspection. We are glad to add to our list of Milwaukee readers, Rev. W. S. Ferguson, Mesdames R. Lowery and Mable Wilson. Rev. E. W. Thomas 602 Cedar St. is doing much in Milwaukee to help the race men in securing steady employment. He is in a position to care for them in a substantial way. Rev. R. T. Reed preached an able and instructive sermon at the C. M. E. Church last Sunday 3 P. M., At 7:30 Rev. and Mrs. J. E. W. Lienhar had charge of the meeting. The pastor Rev. Ferguson extends a cordial welcome to all, 501 Gelenia St. Kinner Bros. Laundry is filling a long felt need in the Cream City among our race, such worthy enterprise as this will go along ways in solving the race problem. They are at 464 6th St. First class work prompt delivery. Mr. and Mrs. Harry W. Ballard, are now comportably located at 458 8th St. St. Mark A. M. E. Church has just closed a successful two weeks revival. The Gragd Ball, given by the Turf Club on Thursday Night was very largely attended and all present enjoyed themselves very much. Mrs. Lawson Ford of 724 Winnebago St. is confined to her home, under the doctor's care. Miss Elnora Revels and her Troupe of Juvenile Artists deserve to be commended for the excellent program rendered by them Wednesday Night. Our advertisers solleit your trade, mention "The Blade." Miss Sarah E. Woods has returned home after a two months visit in the twin cities and Des Moines, Ia. She reports a splendid time. We are glad to report that Miss Alma R. Cammack is much improved at this writing. Mr. J. F. Alexander is quite indisposed. Little Bernice Montgomery received severe burns on both hands last week. She is improving. Mrs. L. Ford is home from the hospital, she is much better. Mr. and Mrs. C. Ellis are now domiciled at 645 3rd St. Their many friends are pleased to see them in Milwaukee again. The revival at St. Mark A. M. E. Church was closed last Friday evening after two weeks earnest and prayerful effort to save souls. Twelve united with the church. Mrs. Wolford Sheppard of Recine was guest of Mrs. C. Joseph Sykes last Sunday. FIRST LIEUT. N. B. BYRD, Camp Meade, Md. First Lieut. Napoleon L. Byrd, U. S. R., Company H. 368, Inf. Camp Meade, Md. writes that he's reading and enjoying the Blade and wishes to be remembered to the boys at Camp Grant. Anticipating added service to his country, he is being instructed in the soldier's allotment, insurance and the kinds and use of gases used in the present war. He is now instructing two hundred fifty men and also has charge of the administration work in his company. It is probably that when the division is formed, Lieut. Byrd and his former comrades now at Camp Grant will be reunited. Liberty Loan Literature Copies of the Liberty Loan Source Book, Liberty Loan Primers, and other Liberty Loan Literature can be obtained upon request from the chairmen of the Liberty Loan committees of the various Federal Reserve Districts or from the Federal Reserve Banks. 7,000 Members. ISON -- BELOIT NO. 25 Treasury Departement Washington.. Wisconsin Weekly Blade, Madison Wis. Nov. 10, 1917. NO.25 On behalf of the Women's Liberty Loan Committee I want to extend to you our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the splendid co-operation you gave us in obtaining nation-wide publicity during the Liberty Loan campaign just closed. Yours very truly, Mrs. Wm. G. McAdoo, Chairman Womens Liberty Loan Cimmittee. WANTED 200 Good Able Bodied Re- liable Men. Chicago, Ill. A public meeting will be held at Odd Fellow's Hall, 3335-37 S. Sate St., Friday night, November 30th. 18:17, 8 o'clock for the pur- D. G. M. Hon. Geo. T. Kersey pose of organizing an association to become a new lodge under au- spices 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 of admission will be FIVE dollars, ($5.00). Respectfully submitted, George T. Kersey, Dist. Master. The Negro and the World War The word war has made prominent the problems relating to the Negro. There is in the United States his migration to the North. On the firing line in France, thousands of black soldiers from Africa are doing their part. Africa, the continent richest in natural resources, is one of the stakes for which the war is being fought. All of these things have increased the demand for accurate, comprehensive and concise information concerning the Negro. Such information is supplied by the almost five hundred pages of the The Price of THE NEGRO YEAR BOOK is 45 Cents postpaid. TURNER & REUBEN, Literature Brokers .319 N. Henry St., Madison. Wis. 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., J. S. Woods, Warden, J. Walter Minor Jr., Sec'y. Our advertisers invite your trade. The Wisconsin Weekly Blade ee A National Journal of Opinion and “ Circulation. — se Entered as second-class mutter June 8, 1916, at the post office at Madison, Wis. under the Act 02 March 3, 1872 ee 4 “"j, ANTHONY JOSEZ, Editor and Managet. GEO, H. DE REEr. Contributing Editer. MILWAUKEE BRANCH H. B. Kine Staff Correspondents. A. W. KNIGHT, L, J. OUSLE 7, I. T. BURRELL Traveling Representative. SUBSCRIPTIUN: ONO Fear occcsesecsccsessrses $1.50 Six months ..0..cccccccccese 5.00 Three months .....-+.eeeee0. 59 ~“Addrese il communications to Wisconsin Weekly Blade, 319 N. Heny &t. money sent by express money order, or registered letter at our own risk, otherwise at risk of the sender. — SHOTICE, The D, G. L. is not responsibie for any financial obligation of The Biade. ——""“OUR SLOGAN. Folly now to blazen grievance, Let us heed the battle ery, Of old Glory, fain defend her, Or in honor bravely die. Not as malcontents we rally, Faithful to our country’s call; But as gallant, loyal subjects. By her Flag to stand or fall. Thoughts of Attucks, PeterSalem, Carrizal and El Caney Austin Dabney, Sergeant Carney Make us heroes for the fray. We have homes and lands and loved one, Of all ranks onr Saxon friend, Schools and churches and conntry More than worthy to defend After we for freedom triumph. Plenty, peace our muskets rust We shail learn, on loyal service Governments grow strong anc Just. Then the white man and the black man, Brothers in a common fare, Makers of a common country, Will together do and dare, Who will then traduce our merits Or our courage in the van? Nay, all honest men will herald That the negro is a man, H. Poarsoik: in: Sav, Press. BLADELERS. Be a patriot Contend for what you believe is right. elle A thing worth doing is worth doing well, ae We can’t all be doctors, law yers and teachers, but we ean be in the front rank of what we are The little flag on the lapels of some men’s coats is the full meas. ure of their patriotism. In spite of the President’s prow Jamation limiting the movements of alien enemies, there are yet many places opened to them that are closed to loyal Americans of African deseent. A correspondent writes in to complain against the heplessness of men, She says that her hus- band never mends his clothes, sews on a button nor even darns his socks withont calling on her to thread the needle, The love of country that doo: not impel a white American ty fraternize with a black American for the purpose of defeating « common enemy is a damn poor brand of patriotism. When this war has been won and we calmly consider the ele ments that contributed to its suv. cessful termination, it will 1 found that not the least of hes: was the Spartan spirit of th wives and mothers of the actna participants, THE SPECIAL ELECTION Were we to consult our own selfish interests in the matter of selecting a successor to the late Senator Pan] Husting, we would advocate with all our might the special election, Elections make newspaper fbeeseness’ and the Blade is by no means averse to ‘an additional page or two of po- litical advertisement at the regu- fee rates, But we are more con- cerned with and purpose to view ‘the question in its broader as- pect—as it affects the state and the people generally. We understand that the cost to the state of holding a special election will approximate $200,- 000, exclusive of the costs to in- dividual candidates and others which must be incurred at any time, We do not believe that the good results to be obtained will compensate for this large ex- penditure of the people’s money. Tt may be true that, by the atti- tude of our senior Senator, some doubt las been east upon. the Joyalty of Wiseonsin and her peo- ple, but if our subscriptions. to the Liberty Loans, our contribu- tions to the Red Cross and Y, M. C. A, activities, the absence of any pronounced opposition to the war program in this state, and the willingness with which our men have entered into and our women yielded their dear ones for military service are not suf- ficent to convince the most. skep- tieal of Wiseonsin’s loyalty to and support of the Nation, we seriously doubt that the result of any election, however favorable it may xo, will accomplish this much desired end. And _ this seems to be the main argument in favor of the election at this time, Besides this large expenditure A Vicious Rumor Among the mand absurd and vicious rumors put into cireula- tion these days, probably through pro-German — influences, is one that the United States proposes to confiscate. money on deposit in banks. ‘The absurdity of the statement is obvious on its face. These rumors are wholly without foundation and probably. cireu- lated for an evil purpose. — ‘The Government has no power to con- fiseate the money of depositors in hanks.—From statement of See retary MeAdoo, JULIUS G. JOHNSON Baltimore, Md. Deputy Grand Master, Dead. The Wisconsin Weekly Blade has received the sad news of the demise of the late Hon, Julius ©. Johnson, Deputy Grand Master of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows of America The Mlinois and Wisconsin Ju risdiction of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows. join the Lodge and many friends in pro: found sympathy and sincere re: grets, and wishes to extend its condolonee to the bereaved wife and family Zion Herald (Boston) The Ne- cro lias a perfeet right to make his home in any part of the coun. try that he may select. All that is asked of him is what is asked of every ether man in this coun. try that wherever he is he should live as a decent. citizen. And any attempt on the part of iy community or group in- the community, or individual to pre: vent him in the full exercise of lis rights as an American eitizen is itself un-American, worthy of the most severe unqualified eon: ademmnationt Christian Recorder— We often hear w charged that the Negro is politically corrupt, and one of the reasons urged for his disfran- chisement is to rid him as a source of corruption. It is stated that the Negro will eorrupt poli- ties in the North, Now and then the truth comes out Philadelphia was long Known as a city ‘corrupt and vontended,”’ but not on account of Negro votes. The Fifth Ward of this city is ealled the “bloody fifth’? because it is the scene of much bloodshed; but there are eey few Negroes in the Fifth Ward, The Fifth Ward is now the center of the biggest sgandal Philadelphia has known, involv. ing the murder of a policeman the wounding of several othet nersons, for whieh the Mayor ot Philadelphia, a police lieutenant ind others have been arrested We are promised a sensation t¢ rival if not surpass the famous Beeker trial of New York. ofmoney in a cause of doubtful effectmoney so much needed at this time for other purposes of greater importance there is the other question of diverting the thoughts of the people from those larger matters that ought to engross their entire attention. An election at this time, to serve the purpose aimed at, must be waged with a vigor commensur- ate with its supposed importance. There is no assurance that the issue may not be so beclouded by the entrance of so many candi- date as to raise doubts in minds where none now exist, and thus defeat its very purpose. It should be the aim of all who de- sires to see this state lined up be- hind the President in the prose- eution gf this war to do nothing and permit nothing that will further divide the people. Tt occurs to us that many of those who so loudly ery for the special election, are either them. selves prospective candidates, or a candidate, Perhaps if the pro- posed appointee would serve out the entire unexpired term of the Jate Senator, we would not favor the appointment by the Govern- or. But as we understand it there can be but a short time be- fore the regular election ean be held and the people given a chanee tg express themselves at no extr expense or risk of dis. turbing the thoughts of the peo- ple. For these reasons and other reasons sufficiently weighty, — in our judgment, to merit a careful consideration, we are opposed to a special election at this time and favor the appointment by the Governor. CHICAGO, ILL. (Special to The Blade.) The Naomi Household of Ruth No. 1073, G. U. O. 0. F., met Fri- day, Noy. 24th, with a large at- tendance, much business was transacted and six new inmates were made. ‘The sick list is very small, and we are laboring hard, and Peace, Happiness and_Pros- perity is crowning us. Major R. R. Jackson and Oscar Depriest visited the Household and each spoke regarding the — coming Election. The Mental Pearl Charity Club met Thursday Nov. 23, at the re- sidence of Mrs. Watson, 3353 ‘Prairie Avenue, with a large at- tendanee. Major R. R. Jackson and Mr. A, G. F. Sims addressed the meeting, we all enjoyed the addresses of both. Refreshments were served. — Mattie Stegall, Pres,, Jessie L, Bond, Seey. The Jno. R. Tanner, Ladies Auxiliary, Dept. of Mlinois, U.S. W. V., have organized to care for Company D, Sth Hlinois Inf, AIl ladies having relatives and friends in this Company are ask- ed to join and work with us. We shall be glad to receive from any of the following: articles: Shaving Soap, Toilet Soap, ‘Tal eum Powder, Wash Rags, Safety Pins, Gum, Dates, Figs, Fruit Cake, Tooth Powder and Paste, and Tooth Brushes or any such articles as you may have that a soldier might need. Address the same to Miss Charlotte Tervalon, 3719 Forest Ave. The Women’s Civie Leagne will Quinn Chapel, ATL members are requested to be present. The Delegate Club of Naomi Household of Ruth No. 1073. will meet Sunday, Dee. 9, 1917 at the residence of Mrs. Marion ‘Trice 60 EB, 28th Str, Mrs. Mattie Bailey has returned |to the eity from Michigan after a stay of six months, Naom | Household welcomes her back. | Thinking of the many thing: |we have to be thankful for, we | will call your attention to a fev | real old topies, worthy of consid eration; we should be thankfu {for our health, and the oppor | tunity for doing good, We canno \live “alone, and our ambitio Jshould be to do unto others a [we would they do unto us, Wha |rives more happiness than to se |the pleasant expression on th jface of one you have assisted ‘Help a poor worthy dependent jwho may be a good worker, bu has pot the ability to find it; hel jone to get his invention or goo . ideas, where they will do the mos {| ood; help a discouraged fellow _{man, before he falls and we a sure you, that you will have mue ‘}to be tKankful for. Every. saer fice vou make, that redounds t tthe benefit of others, makes. yo strong, and that is something t 5 be thankful for. Devote at lea jjone half hour daily to good li jerature, and be thankful for th effects. ; > riatt b. \Grows Long, 2 Ee Soft, Silky S Gastaen tay pure thot Re, gstewro" tenis Bemus ton fora a, hee ec tt leche ee fire 7 iiganyar wang ie fe Don't be fooled all your life by usin some fake preparadon which claims {ontraighten Kinky hair, You arejust fooling’ yoursell by ‘using Wu “Kinky fair cannot be-made- straight. You musthave hair first. Now ths EXELENTO Pomave Bomave is atfair Grower which feedsthe scalp and roots of the hairandmakeskinky tangy hai erow fone. soft and aiky. Te'cleans dandruff and stops Fallot Hairstonee. Price 28e by’ mail on Teceiptof stimps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write for Particulars EXELENTO MEDICINE CO. ATLANTA, QA. GEO. C. BROWNE Justice of the Peace REAL ESTATE and RENTING 829 University Ave. Phone 6626 Madison, Wis. PHONE GRAND 4494 X Furnished Rooms By Day or Week with Bath Rev. E. W. Thomas. Prop. 602 Cedar St. Cor. 6th St. MILW AUKEE Ss. BENISH Meat Market FANCY CUTS A SPECIALTY Poultry,Game,Oysters in Season 720 Winnebago St, Tel. Grand 2194 Milwaukee JNO. W. HILL Staple and Fancy Groceries Delivery to all partss of city 649 E. DAYTON ST. Phone 7975 Madison, Wis, LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN, Su- perior Court, Dane County. CHARLOTTE ABRAMS, Plain- tiff, 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 ac- cording. 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 foi a divorce from the bonds of mat rimony and the complaint is nov on file in said Court. Kroneke, Sauthoff, Murphy Attorneys. iS O77 374 Kx CASES , =o ia TRUNKS fal TRAVELING | BAGS re and all kinds of | fh is Leather Goods | 4 Largest Stock in State | | Chas. Wehrmann & Son | 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! keep- ing fires hot and in results of cooking. IT IS CONVENIENT for all heat wanted and is ready at the turn of the valve. The prices of the ranges are from $16 up. We have just the right size for your kitchen. IRONING MADE EASY WITH AN ELECTRIC IRON WHY? Why, simply because the Electric Iron cuts the work intwo. Your iron is always hot. There is no waiting, no waste of energy, no dread of injuring fine clothes. | It saves labor and clothes and gives you | more time for other things. We are willing that you should see what the Electric Flat-Iron will do. | We do not urge you to accept our word for it. Try it, if you will, in your home. A phone call will bring one. You decide if you wish to keeep it. Phone 4400 Madison Gas & Electric Company | 126 East Main Street The Emanuel Jackson Undertaking Co. 2559-61 South State Street CHICAGO, ILL. 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 Savings Loan&Trust Company Steensland Building, Madison, Wis Capital and Surplus, $300,000 Pays 4 per cent. for Your Money. Debentures, Certificates, Savings, Trusts Make your Deposits by Mail. Money to Loan on Real Estate Security OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS B. B. Steensland, Prva, and Treas. WA P. Morris, Vice Pres J.@.0. Zehnter, Vicew Pres B. Riley, Seo'y and Trast Ofticer TM. Rittieson, Assistant Beo'y W.D. Curtis Stanjond P. Starke AB. Proadht ALF. Menges 3.7. Swansen Herman Prund HOTEL DOUGLAS | Phone Belie 3383 | 510 Elm St. ROCKFORD _ILLINOIS | First Class Place to Eat | BLADE ( oN SALE S.L. HODGES, Proprorietor Second Hand Overcoats Suits, Shoes, Hats, Ladies’ Coats and Shoes zlso Rings, Watches and Suit Cases I buy anything you dont want Clothes Cleaned, Pressed and Re Paired While Yor. Wait we JOE’S STORE ELVER HOUSE BUILDING Opposite C. & N.W. Depot Wm. Lawrence has been accepted in the U. S. Army and expects to leave Madison the last of the week for Camp Logan. Chas. Russell. 1123 Emerald St. has been suffering with Lumbago for several days. Bro. Ivy Lee, Enterprise Lodge 9109 has been confined to his home suffering with the effects of a sprained knee which was injured when he fell tast week. Howard Bell, recruiting officer for the Eighth Regiment delivered an address at St. Paul A. M. E. church Monday evening, after which he returned to Chicago. It. Mr and Mrs. W. L. Harris, formerly of 114 S. Lake St. have moved to 768 Washington St. Mrs. Harris' daughter, Mrs. Marjorie Lawrence Johnson and baby of Milwaukee, Wis is expected to arrive in the city Sunday to spend the holidays. Mrs. Sadie Hickman has left for Baraboo where she will reside. J. H. Starks went to Chicago on a business trip Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Henderson and family motored to Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill. Saturday, Victor C. Turner spent the week end in charge of Henderson farm during their absence. George Buckner sustained an injury on his foot when a large cake of ice fell upon it while he was at work. Victor C. Turner treasurer for the Helpers Club was unable to attend the meeting at the home of Mrs. Caroline Webb Tuesday evening on account of illness. Mrs. Webb and Mrs. Charlotte Abrams entertained. Rev. Phillips and Miss G. M. Reuben were entertained at dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ivy Lee Friday evening. St. Paul A. M. E. Church is preparing for an enormous revival to begin after Thanksgiving. Miss Marion Buckner read Gov. E. L. Phillip's Thanksgiving Proclamation at the patriotic and thanksgiving meeting held at St. Paul Church. Thursday a. m. Misses Sylvia Alexander and G. M. Reuben sang Speed Our Republic. The Sunday School rendered three patriotic selections. Mrs. J. W. Wilson was one of the participants on the program rendered the G. A. R. hall Thanksgiving for the benefit of the Baptist Church. AMERICAN LABOR ASSOCIA TION ORGANIZED Chicago, Ill. The American La' or Progressive Association ha' been fully organized with the following offirers: Arthur Perkins, Pres; N. Arthur Goff, Vice Pres; George Duncan, Treasurer; Fred Jenkins, Asst. Treas.; Arthur Beasley, Secretary: James Lee Brown, Asst. Sec.; Rev. J. Smith Chaplin. The object of the organization is to establish a mutual understanding between colored workmen and their employers. To establish the fact that we are American citizens and are entitled to a better consideration in regard to various positions (for which we are qualified) To cement the men of African descent together and devise means by which they will be placed in their proper sphere in the trades and labor of the country. To work for the benevolence of the members. To give instructive lectures and entertainments and present the best talent of both races on programs to instill the progressive spirit of manhood and independence so much needed among us. Meatless day means that no beef, mutton and pork should be served. Fish and oysters are not considered meat but are extremely nutritious. Fish is well known as a brain food and should be largely consumed by children and people who are required to think much. TO OUR READERS The Blade sees much that needs reforming among our people. But our policy is constructive, not destructive. We aim to build up and improve, not tear down. Any public institution among us that is badly managed and yet deserves to live, we will try to reform and make truly useful to the people. Any bad practice we see we will try to root up and cast aside. As a general rule we have no quarrel with individuals. We will fight individuals only in cases where they assume public functions and engage in public WEHRMAN'S Madison's Logical Headquarters For The Christmas Shoppers ARTIFACT TRAVEL activities to the detriment of the public, or where they profit at the expense of the public without rendering any benefit at the expense of the public without rendering any benefit in return. In short we are the enemy of all fakirs and grafters. This is the legitimate mission of a public journal. Wanted Elderly or middle-aged Woman who wants work, a home and good pay, to suitable person. Inside work. Address: E. W. Thomas, 602 Sedar St., Milwaukee, Wis. RHEUMATISM FOR 50 YEARS St. Paul, Ark., March 11, 1914. L. M. Gross: I, as thousands of others, am glad I met you or heard of your medicine. I have heard of your medicine for 39 years. I have had rheumatism for 50 years and constipation for 35 years. I have taken two bottles of G. S. and am now well and I am recommending and using it in my practice. I believe it is the best Rheumatism, Blood, Liver and idney Medicine in the world. Geo. W. Kidwell, M. D. Kidwell, M. D. is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any case of rheumatism, pella- G.S. is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any case of rheumatism, pellagra or any blood, liver or kidney disease, or money refunded. Sold by all druggists, $1.00 per bottle. Write for testimonials. L. M. GROSS, 721 Spring St. Little Rock, Ark. Adv. SCOTT BROS. All leading periodicals and weekly newspapers for sale 283-4 Street MILWAUKEE Wisconsin Weekly Blade for sale. People Who See Well Naturally, suppose that they have normal vision, and do not need glasses. ```markdown ``` But it doesn't necessarily follow at all. Many people of strong physique can and do overcome considerable errors of vision just by their @ But there would be just that much excess energy. less tax upon their strength if they wore glasses. ```markdown ``` Every person should have his eye errors corrected. W. L. BALLINGER 17 W. Main St. Ladder Drilling Case Grotted Edge Drilling Lay Bore Pocket Bunk Wooden Travelling Table Writing Table O Everybody --Buy wisely, thoughtfully, careful BUT BUY and buy now. wisely, thoughtfully, carefully, BUT BUY and buy now. BUY what you need BUY the right goods BUY at the right price You know this is sound advice because it has been proven so by every nation that has con- tinued to buy in war times. d advice because it has very nation that has con- times. You know this is sound advice because it has been proven so by every nation that has continued to buy in war times. SAVE AND YOU SUFFER BUY AND YOU PROSPER If you compare valnes, if you talk with the men who sell the clothes about the men who make them—you will buy es, if you talk with the ones about the men who buy If you compare valnes, if you talk with the men who sell the clothes about the men who make them—you will buy Michaels-Stern-Clothes-- you will increase the buying power of money and get better clothiug. buying power of your lothiug. you will increase the buying power of your money and get better clothiug. CLOTHING COMPANY CRESCENT Specialists in Apparel for Men and Boys BLADE IS GIVING EMPLOYMENT TO A LARGE NUMBER OF MEN AND WOMEN. REGISTER YOUR NAME AT THE OFFICE IF LOOKING FOR WORK. RMAN' WARDROBE BAGS BAG BAGS PATROL MAPS HERE you will find practical suggestions for every member of the family. WE are featuring a large line of Khaki and Leather comforters for soldiers. A VISIT to our store will convince you. PR.ICES to suit the war time pocketbook. --- YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO THE BLADE IS PAST DUE. IT IS CHEAPEST AT $1.50 PER YEAR. THE WISCONSIN WEEKLY The First National Bank MADISON, WISCONSIN United States Capital Surplus and Un OFFICERS A A. E. Proudfit President M. E. Fuller Vice-President E. B. Steensland Jas. B. Ramsay M. H. Sater, No. 144 United States Depositor Surplus and Undivided Profits $44,000 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORR Andfit President F. G. Brown, Vice Super Vice-President F. W. Hoyt Husland H. L. Moseley Insay M. C. Clark, Cash M. H. Sater, Assistant Cashier No. 144 States Depository and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 FICERS AND DIRECTORR Agent F. G. Brown, Vice-President President F. W. Hoyt H. L. Moseley M. C. Clark, Cashier H. Sater, Assistant Cashier 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. Steensland H. L. Moseley Jas. B. Ramsay M. C. Clark, Cashier 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-wetfreshness Steam Dye Works Madison Steam Dye Works "The Old Reliable." Established 1884. 116 S. Pinckney St. W. STR THE THE STAR HAIR GROWER ```markdown ``` A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower One thousand agents wanted. Good money made. We want agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without straightening irons. Sells for 25c a box—one 25c box proves its value. Any person that will use a 25c box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair, just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size box. If you wish to be an agent send $1.00 and we will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once; also agents' terms. Send all money by Money Order to Northern Branch, 113 Clark St., Evanston Ill. Southern Branch, P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. N. C. Person days ear GROWE N. C. 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. J. M. ROBINSON SCIENTIFIC EMBALMING CASKETS AND ROBES FOR SALE 10-12 Dupont St., Atlanta. Ga. If you are away from home — north, south, east or and need the services of and undertaker, just ship body aud telegraph away from home north, south, east need the services of and undertaker ship body aud telegraph m home north, south, east or west services of and undertaker, just body aud telegraph 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, che robes, etc., a BROWN Th bodies in plain, cheap coffins, and buy robes, etc., at destination. ain, cheap coffins, and buy caskets, etc., at destination. The Trunk Man Ship bodies in plain, cheap coffins, and buy caskets, robes, etc., at destination. BROWN The Trunk Man 206 East Main Street Lowest Prices TRAVELING G SATCHELS Invest Prices on All Kind of VELING GOODS, TRU TCHELS AND VALIS Prices on All Kinds of NG GOODS, TRUNKS, ELS AND VALISES Lowest Prices on All Kinds of TRAVELING GOODS, TRUNKS, SATCHELS AND VALISES W. E. WILLIAMS Licensed Embalmer Funeral Director Undertaking Parlors 308 E. Wilson St. Madison Williams Unde Telephone 4229 Williams Undertaking Parlors 4229 308 E. Wilson S No.144 THE DRESS A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower THE STAR HAIR GROWER. Mfr. MRS. W. E. WILLIAMS Assistant Embalmer. Phone 2485 BELOIT, WIS. (Special to The Blade.) The approach of Thanksgiving finds Beloit making ready for glorious times. Many of the boys who were with us last Thanksgiving are now in the service of the Nation, many of our homes will be open on that day and ample provisions made to entertain Soldiers from Camp Grant. Mr. Blish Harris 464 Race St. received a very painful and dangerous accident Nov. 23 by having three fingers ground off, two ribs broken and his lung pierced. He is receiving attention at Beloit Hospital. Mr. Robt. Bradford of E. Water St., had his faat broken, Fri. Nov. 23. He is resting weel, with the tender care of Mrs. Bradford. Mrs. Strothers of Bushnell St. is at the bedside of her sick daughter in Evansville, Wis. Mrs. A. J. Jinks, left for Rockford Sunday 25th to speak at an Afternoon meeting. Get the Blade reading habit, buy a paper yourself and don't go to your next door neighbor to borrow one. By subscribing for The Blade you help the race, help the publishers and greatest of all you are informed of things that you should know. "Get the Blade." The Missionary Circle of Enanuel Baptist Church met at the home of Mrs. A. G. Cook, 212 Park St. The president Mrs. Wm. Harris, presided. Plans were laid for the Bazaar, which will be held at Kents Hall. The next meeting will be held Dec. 7th. I contend that in every home in the city of Beloit the Blade ought to come as a constant visitor each week, I say that every race loving man or woman should demand this paper every week, for no other paper will get the news about yourself and your city as is possible to get in the Blade. If you are not in that Bank of Mrs. Anna ORIGINATOR OF THE Switches and Braids m mation, Shampooing. Hair Grower; Pert To and D Mrs. Anna B. Perkins ORIGINATOR OF THE "PERT HAIR SYSTEM" Switches and Braids made to order, Transformation, Shampooing. Pert Hair Pomade, Pert Hair Grower; Pert Temple Oil, Straighting and Dying. OUT OF TOWN ORDERS SOLICITED Madame Anna B. Perkins 455 E. 31st Street Phone Douglas 8560 CHICAGO, ILL. Madame Anna B. Perkins 455 E. 31st Street Phone Douglas 8560 CHICAGO. ILL. The Wise Man Gets Re-Seated A full line of classy and up-to-date assortment to select your Suit or Overcoat from. We make a specialty of Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing. H. HATZL, The Tailor 229 STATE STREET H. HATZL, The Tailor 229 STATE STREET number that subscribed last week, be on the list for next week. Do it now. OSHKOSH NEWS (Special to The Blade.) Mrs. Mildred Price of Chicago, visited friends in this city Sunday and Monday of last week. Mrs. Mildred Price of Chicago, visited friends in this city Sunday and Monday of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Jno. W. Smith, were visitors in Chicago this week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Person, 3805 Rhodes Ave. They returned home Nov. 24th, and reported a pleasant stay in the windy city. Mr. J. H. Smith of 1720 Crawford Ave., Chicago, employer of the C. & N. W. between Milwaukee and Oshkosh is confined to his home with an attack of gas infections. We wish him a speedy recovery. Mr. Irvin Mathews of Fon du Lac, was in the city this week. Mr. and Mrs. Mathews baby boy has been quite ill, but is on the road to recovery. A very enjoyable card party was given by Mrs. Mary Moon at her home Saturday Eve. A large crowd was present to enjoy the good things served and it was almost Sunday School time before some of the guests went home. All present had a enjoyable time. Mrs. Ida Ray, will leave the city soon to visit relatives and friends in Chicago and Evanston, Ill. Mrs. Ray is one of the good citizens of Oshkosh. If YOU WANT WISCONSIN NEWS READ WEEKLY BLADE. IT IS CHEAPEST TO SUBSCRIBE FOR IT BY THE YEAR, AT $1.50 IN ADVANCE. When you visit our advertisers tell them you saw their wonderful bargain in the Wisconsin Weekly Blade. Wisconsin B. Perkins "PERT HAIR SYSTEM" made to order, Transform- Pert Hair Pomade, Pert ample Oil, Straighting Dying. B. Perkins Phone Douglas 8560 O, ILL. Gets Re-Seated SHOP EARLY Furs 10% off HINRICHS DRY GOODS COMPANY Send for a package of Violet. Vic. Rose, Lavender, Marinello Girl, Lily, or Lilac odors excell in purity and lasting power. MISS THE B mencing Saturday Sweaters, Underwe For Men, Women and C Merchandise is scarce, prices are not going the more you will have to pay. This is you not be able to meet after the sale. A Few of Many Bargains Men DON'T MISS THE BIG SALE! Commencing Saturday, Dec. 1 Mackinaw, Sweaters, Underwear, Coats, Shoes For Men, Women and Children REMEMBER Merchandise is scarce, prices are not going to be lower and the longer you wait the more you will have to pay. This is your opportunity to stock up for winter at prices which we will not be able to meet after the sale. Only A Few of Many Bargains Mentioned Below : , Misses and Children Bl e Date--Saturday, Dec. 1 Shoes for Boys, Misses and Children Blankets and Comforters Remember the Date--Saturday, Dec. 1st -- Ten Days Only The Perfect Gift A PICTURE Perfectly Framed McKillop Art Co. 527 State GEORGE WIESE CIGAR MANUFACTURER and Jobber of Tobaccos and Cigarettes 111 King St., Madison, Wis. Telephone 2551 Our Brands Ten Cents: Bodiac 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. 1 House 3 Rooms, 1st class basement, 1st class condition, 709 Regent St. PRINTER WANTED Big compensation. Write Fm-ployment dept. Wisconsin Weekly Blade, 319 N. Henry St. Jefferson Transfer Co. PHONE 7 Taxi. Baggage, Auto Livery Service DON'T M Comme Mackinaw, Sw For M REMEMBER Merch the mo at prices which we will not be ab Only A Few Men's Mackinaws . $3.50 Flannel Shirts . $1.00 Sweaters for Men and Women . . . 75c Shoes for Boys, Mis Remember the Da STORE OPEN EVENINGS We are pleased to announce that o holiday gifts in furniture is complete things are some beautiful and artist 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 Spinet Desks Magazine Racks Fine Chairs Tea Wagons Rockers all of the well known Haswell q reasonable. Haswell Furnit all of the well known Haswell quality and priced reasonable. Haswell Furniture Co. The Finest Line of Greeting Cards sre now on sale. Make your selections early. H. C. NETHERWOOD PRINTING CO. 24 N. Carroll Street THE BIG SALE Saturday, Dec. Underwear, Coats, n and Children es are not going to be lower and the l ay. This is your opportunity to stock sale. gains Mentioned Below: Childrens Mackinaws . 75c Boys' Mackinaws . $1.25 Overcoats for Boys and Girls . . . . $2.50 en Blankets and Con y, Dec. 1st - Ten Da Women's Suits 33% off Women's Cloth Coats 20% off Women's Plush Coats 10% off Furs 10% off 3 S. Pinckney Street Perfumes and Toilet Water Most acceptable Gifts FURNITURE pleased to announce that our line of suitable gifts in furniture is complete and among other are some beautiful and artistic novelties in Lamps he well known Haswell quality and priced able. Haswell Furniture Co. THE HOME OF G117-119 State Street. Haswell Building — OOD FURNITURE 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 BIG SALE! day, Dec. 1 wear, Coats, Shoes Children going to be lower and the longer you wait is your opportunity to stock up for winter Nentioned Below: 75c Men's Leather Work .25 Mitts . . . . 50c Men's Wool Sox . . 25c 2.50 Blankets and Comforters . 1st -- Ten Days Only AVENUE WISCONSIN --- Take West Main Street car to W. Madison Depot and walk 2 blks. west. We pay carfare.