Wisconsin Weekly Blade

THE WISCONSIN VOL. II ARE YOU A TAKER? With us at this time the most important duty is to get rid of the chronic newspaper "takers," who have a way of infesting the progress of a colored newspaper. By this time this type of dead beat is familiar to the readers of the Wis. Blade. We went after them last year wit ha vengeance and rid the lists of a lot of barnacles who are a dead weight to the paying subscribers, and this year we are going after those who have accumulated during the year. A newspaper taker is in antipodal distinction to a newspaper subscriber. A newspaper taker is one of those self sufficient damphools who imagines that he is doing us an honer by taking the paper, and that we can extract a full measure of compensation by the knowledge that our paper is being taken by such a person. A subscriber is just an ordinary citizen who wants the paper and wanting it pays for it. The newspaper lives on the subscribers and dies on the takers. The taker is a leach who sucks the blood out of a race enterprise, und unless a paper can get rid of him he will drain every bit of energy that is supplied by the honest, debt-paying subscribers. It is not so much in the interest of ourselves that we are going to cut the takers, but in the interest of the paying subscribers, who do not desire the takers to bask in their sunshine. Are you a taker? Let the cash prove that you are not. —Sat. News, Hopinsville, Ks. Taker's Day will be announced in the next issue of The Blade. If you are one of the takers and not a subscriber, come across before the term, or you will be dropped. Lientenant R. C. AtKins 365th Inf., Camp Grant Madison was honored with the presence of the gallant and dashing officer of U. S. A., Lt. R. C. Atkins, Sunday. He was the guest of Editor and Mrs. Josey. He is an Alumnus of U. of W., and while here made many warm and lasting frietins among both races, who gave him a hearty hand shake. He was a Chesterfieldian in his bearing. Democracy rests upon 'intelligence, not upon sex, or race, or color.—Richter. The Republican party, which has won an imperishable place in history for emancipating the black man, has now at last put itself on record as having emancipated the white woman. All glory to the Republican party for this fine vote in the House of Representatives. When it comes to the development of fundamental democracy, this country has for fifty years past had little to expect from the party that bears the name of democracy. That party has been hanstrung by the Bourbon element which has been encumbered with prejudices rather than principles. Wis. State Journal. PLEA FOR HIS RACE The following letter appeared in the Milwaukee Journal Jan. 2, 1918. It explains itself. To the Editor of the Journal: I am an American, born of American parents, of American ancestry. All the love of county of which my nature is capable is entered in the United States. Personally, and through the columns of The Wisconsin Blade, published at Madison in the interest of the contributing editor. I have unceasingly labored to impress upon my people the urgent need of an unswerving devotion to our country in this hour of stress. I believe my efforts have not been in vain. But I regretfully confess, it sometimes tries my soul to do so with convincing sincerity in the face of the discouraging and humilating policy adopted by the government toward this class of citizens. Not satisfied with making an invidious distinction in respect of all registrants of African descent—literally marking the cards against them—it now, if newspaper reports are to be relied upon, specifically denies to them the right to "volunteer in military service," a right conceded to all other registrants. And to humiliate further this devoted people, a call for 1,000 bricklayers, to be drawn from the list of registrants and sent to General Pershing, is limited of "white men only." All of which is being done for the high purpose of "making the world safe for democracy," a consummation devoutly to be desired. Truly, a people who can be loyal to a government that accords it this undemocratic treatment is composed of 100 per cent, patriots. Colored men not of the draft age can enlist in the signal corps, the United States engineers, the quartermaster corps and the Illinois National guard. The cavalry and infantry divisions of the regular army at present are full. Statement by the Milwaukee recruiting station of the United States army. HON. S. W. WALKER Atlanta Georgia's Best Insurance Man Elected Vice-President of Georgia's oldest Sick and Accident Insurance Company He is District Superintendent of the Atlanta Branch. At the annual meeting of the Policy-holders his reports showed a weekly collectable debit of $3,000—$7.25 more than the Home Office and cleared more money. This young man is worth $5, 000 a year to any corporation. NEW HEAD OF HAMPTON M. B. REV. JAMES E. GREGG. Rev. James E. Gregg of Pittsfield, Mass., has been named principal of Hampton Institute at Hampton, Va. This is one of the most important and among the first industrial schools for Negroes in the United States. Mr. Gregg is a graduate of Harvard and of the Yale divinity school. MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 1918 AN ANNOUNCEMENT DISTRICT GRAND SECRETARY GHARLES J. SMITH TO WRITE FOR THE BLADE. DONATIONS FOR EAST ST. LOUIS GO back to the simple life, be contented with simple food, simple pleasures, simple clothes. Work hard, pray hard, play hard. Work, eat, recreate and sleep. Do it all courageously. We have a victory to win. HOOVER. NSIN household of Ruth. AND CIRCULATION MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, AN ANNOUN DISTRICT GRAND SECRETARY OF WRITE FOR THE We have made arrangements with the Distr. Grand Secretary, Mr. Chas. S. Smith, to publish items twice a month from his office. Mr. Smith has had considerable experience as a writer on Old Fellowship, having for a num- DONATIONS FOR EA Paris, Ill., Jan. 5, 1918. To the Subordinate Lodges of District Grand Lodge No. 9, Illinois and Wisconsin. Dear Members: On the 28th of September, 1917, Distr. Grand Master, Geo. T. Kersey, issued a proclamation to the lodges under the jurisdiction of District Grand Lodge. No. 9, to make liberal donations to assist in relieving the distressed members and their families who suffered in many ways by the mob in East St. Louis, last July. In keeping with the true spirit of Odd Fellowship, many of the lodges rallied to the call and immediately forwarded various sums to the District Grand Secretary. Many of the Lodges have failed lowin Golden Link Lodge Fame Lodge Western Star Emma Lodge Cherry Lodge Illinois Star P. G. M. Council, Chicago Veteran Odd Fellows Asso., Chicago Arnett Lodge Ezekiel Lodge Lake Michigan Egypt Lodge West Chieago Dorice Pride Enterprise Lodge Love Joy Lodge Garden City Lodge Centralia Lodge Brooklyn Banner Lodge Cahokia Lodge Hutchinson Lodge Golden Bell Allison Lodge Bright Light Lodge Queen Esther Lodge Beloit Lodge John C. Buckner Lodge Total Fraternally you GO back to the simple tented with simple pleasures, simple hard, pray hard Work, eat, recre Do it all courage We have a vio COLORED MEN REGISTERED FOR THE NATIONAL ARMY The records of the office of Provost Marshal-General Crowder show that the total number of colored men registered in the National army was 737,628, or eight per cent. of the total number registered. Of this number, 208,953 have been called for examination, and of the number called, 75,697 were certified for service. The figures show that 36 per cent. of the colored men called were cer- WEEKLY BLADE :: ber of years served as Chief Secretary of the various B. M. C. meetings. His letters will be of interest to all lodges throughout the district. Now is the time of subscribe for The Wisconsin Weekly Blade. EAST ST. LOUIS to respond, but it is not too late to assist in this worthy cause. The winter is on and the members and their families, and the widows and orphans of those who were killed, are in great need. Some of our members were arrested and charged with taking part in the mob, altho the defendants claim they were defending their homes and their lives. They have been indicted, tried, found guilty and sent to prison. Their families are in distress. As Odd Fellows, can we sit in our Lodge rooms and not contribute to assist in keeping the wolf from the doors of our suffering members? For the benefit of those who have contributed, and who have not, we publish herewith the following list: 9520 $ 3.00 2206 5.00 1443 10.00 6131 5.00 8689 5.00 1808 5.00 20 10.00 2 5.00 7455 5.00 1905 1.00 5610 10.00 1667 2.00 3969 10.00 1940 5.00 9109 5.00 9763 5.00 4557 5.00 3216 5.00 5022 1.00 8263 5.00 1362 50.00 6880 4.50 6723 5.00 2748 1.25 602 2.35 5794 2.00 9609 5.00 $177.70 ly yours. Chas. Smith, District Grand Secretary. simple life, be con- simple food, simple simple clothes. Work hard, play hard. recreate and sleep. ageously. a victory to win. —HOOVER. tified for service, against 25 per cent. of the white men called. How about this as a certificate of the fitness of the colored Amer- ican to hold his own in any com- pany? 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. MILWAUKEE -- MADISON -- BELOIT TWO NEGRO GENERALS FOUR NEGRO COLONELS (Special to the Blade.) Paris, France, Dec. 22. France's treatment of her colored soldiers is much fairer and just, and undiscriminatory than the United States treatment or her black legions that there is no comparison in the French army; today there are two colored generals, four colonels, and one hundred and fifty captains, and lieutenants too numerous to mention. This is a much better showing than is made by the United States, which country has not even an officer as high as a Colonel in the regular army, although the United States' population numbers more than ten millions of black folks. There is absolutely no color line over here in dear old France. Here merit alone limits a man's possibilities and opportunities. BELOIT, WIS The union New Year's meeting was well attended and of a highly spiritual nature. Bish Harris, who sustained a painful accident, will soon leave the hospital. Mrs. Brandy of Mill St. is improving rapidly. The stork visited the homes of Mrs. Victoria Bandy, Sevander McCord and Mr. Richard McCord, and not being partial he left a fine baby girl at the home of each. Mr. W. Bell of St. Paul avenue has purchased a home on Cleveland avenue, a step worthy of emulation. The Banner offered in the recent bazaar was awarded to the Sunday School for having sold the most tickets. Rev. G. H. McDaniels of Enterprise Institute, Chicago, was the speaker at the Enunciation celebration on the night of Jan. 2. His subject was "What the Country owes the Negro, and what the Negro owes the Country". Lincoln's proclamation was read by Mr. M. S. Williams. Prayer was offered by Rev. J. S. Mitcham, and music was rendered by a male quartet and one selection by a quintet. The program was well received by a large and appreciative audience. Rev. G. J. Fox presided. CAMP GRANT. ROCKFORD, Ill. Rev. U. J. Robinson, B. D. Pastor of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Anistom, Ala., has been commissioned 1st Lt. Chaplain of 365th Inf. of the new National Army. He seems to be well pleased with his new position and serves his comrades with much satisfaction. The Baptist family should take great pride in having such energetic and intelligent young man to represent them. First Lieutenant Leonard Stovall, N. A. C., delivered an instructive address to a large and enthusiastic crowd Tuesday evening, at the Y. No. 7. SPECIAL ORDERS NO. 1 The following appointments of non- commissioned officers, from Jan. are announced. Those to be Sergeants Co. H, 365th Inf. 1st Sergt. Curtis E. Wesley, Supply Sergt. Edgar W. Avant, Mess Sergt. Jesse W. Luck, Chas W. Parker and Rich. Williams.—Corporals: Fldyd Banks, Preston Slider, David Sims, Joseph Patterson, J. E. Chrismon, C. F. Farell, T. L. Walker, J. B. Bates, Burton Frazier, Chas. Jackson and Fred Hall. By order of Col. Caldwell. AUGUSTA, GA. Col. H. M. Poter, Chicago, Delivers Address in Georgia The Blade is informed that Col. Porter covered himself with glory in delivering the Emancipation Address in Augusta, Ga., on the 1st of January. The genial and amiable Dr. Geo. N. Stoney was at his best and the introduction was a gem of oratory. Dr. T. W. Josey, Chairman of the Committee on Resolutions, which was food for thought and timely. 7,000 Members. NO.31 A MAN WITH A MILITARY RECORD Recognized by Major-Gen. Wm. P. Duvall, U. S. A. Command- ing Southeastern Department. Col. A. Franklin Stewart, Promoted to Chief of Staff, U. R. K. of P., Jurisdiction of Georgia Duties. The chief of staff shall perform the duties appertaining to that position in the United States Army; shall have supervision over all the staff, their management and assignment to duty; is charged with the duty of supervising all troops of the line, the adjutant generals, inspector generals, judge advocate generals, medical and ordnance departments, the quartermaster corps, the corps of engineers and signal corps. The supervisory power vested in the chief of staff covers primarily duties pertaining to the command: Discipline, training and recruitment of the army, military operation, distribution of troops, inspections, military education and instruction, but includes also an advisory capacity. The chief of staff is charged with the duty of informing his superiors as to the qualifications of officers as determined by their records, with a view of proper selections to special details, assignments and promotions. The Blade congratulates Brigadier-General Hutts on his appointment. CHICAGO. ILL. NOTICE. D. G. L. I. T. Burrell is in full charge of the Chieago branch of The Blade's office. All contract special edition and other must be approved by him. (Signed) J. Anthony Josey, Mgr. Right at this time of the beginning of a new year it is well that we take stock of ourselves, analyze our ambitions, and decide just what motives are going to actuate our work in 1918. The most worthy ambition possible for us is to make an effort to so live and work that we will be remembered after we are gone; to leave the impress of our lives for good on the minds and hearts of the largest possible number of people. The only way to be remembered is by doing something for some one else, induce them to read good books, race literature and above all read the Blade, tell your neighbor about it and assist in the great work it is doing, join the great move to get 1500 new subscribers, and thereby place yourself in position to be remembered by those so blessed. Do it now. Mr. and Mrs. James Simms, 153 N. 38th Str., entertained recently. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Stamps, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Vaughn, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Arthur Perkins and Mr. Frederick Vaughn. Mr Earl Smith, 5312 State St. entertained a number of friends during the holidays. Mr. Thos. King, 3525 Wabash Ave., is on the sick list, also Mrs. Wm. Lewis, 2212 Austin Ave. Mr. R. M. Moore, 3802 Dearborn St., is out again after an illness of five weeks. Several of the officers of Arnett Lodge were entertained at the residence of Mr. Arthur Perkins, 455 E. 31st St., Dec. 21. Ice cream, coffee, and cigars were (Continued on page 4.) ¢ Wisconsin Weekly Blade eee ee ee 4 National Journal of Opinion and ; Circulation. Entered as second-class 1a:tter June 8, 1916, at the post office at Madison, Wis., under the Act 02 March 3, 187% See ro Gee 4 J. ANTHONY JOSEz, Editor and Manager. / oe eas GEO. H. DE REEr Contributing Edivee. f MILWAUKEE BRANCH | H. B. Kin. Staff Correspondents. | A. W. KNIGHT L, J. OUSLY | I, T. BURRELL ‘Traveling Representative. | SUBSCRIPTIUs. OLA PORE wencasnsanencescesesSh OO Six months ........ssesess++ 1.00 Three Monthn ......eeese00- 6 Addrese ail communications to Wisconsin Weekly Blade, 319 N. Men-y £1. wlaney sent by express money wider, or registered letter at our own rik, otherwise at risk of the sender. Novice, Try D.C. 4, is not responsibie fcr ny financial obligation of ‘The Bide. | SERVICE ! 1 fain would serve Thee, Lord If I could know What service ought 1 have Vd best bestow Til fight to conquer self, That longs for its own, And pour whate'cr IT have of Thine Before Thy throne TIL strip my heart of sits longing For worldly greed, And haste to find and meet My brother's need ‘Thou knowest, Lord, what serviee Lean fulfill, Pray use my life to do Thy boly will das. BE. Shepard in Wash Bee. . BLADELETS. Head the Bhide. Protest against diserimination and tight like for the old flag Wanted for General Pershing’ Army 1,000) brick layers, Only white men need apply To acquire greatness is more worthy of honor than to be born great White brick Jayers only” ear never make the world “safe for democracy In spite of the restrictions up on resident Germans there are many places open to them that are closed to Americans of Afri ean deseent- for instance. the Marine Corps Whatever glory there is in dy ing for one's country, we demane a right to. share A country that is good enough to live in is good enough to di for Strict justice has been done but full justice has not_yet been done, and will not be done until the men responsible for the out break at Houston have been pun ished, And se sure as there is a God in heaven, at some time and in some way full justice will be done.—New York Age Those who would teach racy prejudice, whether white or Black, are the worst enemies to both, and should be regarded as such. Black men who would teach members of their race to hate whites are not only enemies of white people but to black peo ple as well. This is too plain to admit of argument; and white men who would teach their race to hate the black folks are enc mies to both races aies to both races, — Atlanta Post. ECONOMIZE j. It is harder to spend money than to make it. Most people de not believe it, and there is the trouble. If they only realized it they would be better off; but they do not know it. The mayor of Hugo, Oklaho- ma, said to the conference, “The colored people are one of the finest set of people in this coun- try. No people are more loyal to America than you are—you are lreal Americans, upon whom this country cay depend in every emergency.” “But.” he added, may [tell you of your one beset ting sin? You are the most ex travagant people in the world. You do not know how to save money, You do not know how to economize, You throw away money on “pop” and other things that you do not need. and that do you more harm than good. If you would give to education the price of one “soda pop” a day, in one year just the people in’ this house would pay the whole debt on your university.” ‘The mayor told the truth. Our people throw away million: of dollars a year on things they do not need. Tt is largely because the chief appeal to us is EMO TIONAL, We do not train the JUDGMENT as much as we should. People whe are LED BY THEIR FEELINGS cannot bat be extravagant. When they see red candy, they can’t resist it, When they smell whiskey — they just must have it) If some one speaks feclingly to. them and arouses their feelings, they will spend their money, whether they need itor not Take our tables. the Negroes eat more than any other group of people in America. A” Negro making $15 a week will have a table with far more on it than a white man making $20 a week. A Negro making $15 a week will wear better clothes, will take a vacation, give sumptuous feasts, ride ina taxitab, when a white man who makes the same won't do so. When this Negro is 60 years of age (if he gets that old) he will live on his children, or: from hand to mouth, If this war teaches the habit of economy, it will be a blessing. The white man’s type of col oréd American leadership is a man who will cringe and play the monkey. We have such type of leadership among us to-day, Ad ministrative powers generally se leet men of this type. it is strange that some colored men so soon change from manly prin ciples to that of monkeyism. If they possess manly principles to day, those principles are — so changed when these men are giv en social recognition by the fel low who wants to nse them Washington Bee Every one familiar with the Cirenmstances that led up to the Houston riot knows that the sol divers were subjected to indigni Hes and outrages beyond the power of man to bear without resentment, which in this case. under the extraordinary weight of provocation, found expression in violence. “That it was wrong to employ retaliative measures to the extent of mutiny and murder is evident, but were not the mili tary authorities excessively se vere in their punishment for vio lence done under extreme prove cation? — Journal and) Guide. Norfolk, Va We do not believe that the Worst enemy of this country would be treated as inhumanly as the Negro is beimg treated inthe South today, While the UL 8. Govermment is calling the young men, the best of the race, to go and tight for freedom and justice, the proud white people of the South are assembling their forees by the thousands to Iyneh, dis member and torture a poor help less victim, just because of his color St. Lonis Argus The Negroes of the entire country will regard the thirteen Negro’ soldigrs of the Twenty fourth Infantey executed ay mar tyrs. ‘They believe that the thir teen unfortunates died because Southern prejudice, hatred and brotality. elammored for Negro blood in revenge for the shedding of the blood of white men, and no penalty short of death would appease their gory thirst Baltimore Daily Herald Tennessee is again in the spot light. For the second time with ina few months she has vindi cated her honor (?) and justitied >) her right to a place in the sun by the burning of a human thing was done in an “orderly Our wages amount to $1,00,000, 000 per year. Out of this billion dollars we should save at least ten per erent, that is, one hundred million dollars; but we do not save one per cent. Out of a bill ion dollars made by poor Jews we presume over three hundred million dollars are saved, and the Jews live longer than the Ne groes and prosper more; but save more. Why? Because a Jew lives according to his JUDG- MENT, and a Negro according to his feeling. A Jew eats what is best for him, to keep him in condition to do his work well; a Nexro eats to feel good, to tickle his palate. A Jew buys a suit of clothes for the wear it will give; a Negro buys for its looks. A Jew. if he lies about the cost of his suit, telly you it cos t810 when it really cost $15, for he does not want to appear extravagant. But if a Negro falsifies about — the price he does so upward; he says the suit cost 820 when it really cost $15, for the Negro wants to Appear richer than he is tle Newro rarely ever wets his money's worth. If he buys a house he pays more than a white man: if he builds a church he pays more than a white man, The $75,000,000 worth of church property we have is not worth ais real estate half that amount, Of course the Negro learned his extravagance from the South ern whites for whom he worked. It was often said that the French nation could live from the gar bage pail of the Southern whites: and then live better than’ the Southerners live. It is a South ern custom “to leave something on the plate for manners,” the bizwest piece of extravayance in the world. It is a Southern cus tom to have a great deal of land around the house that makes nothing. And the Negro has learned his extravagance from the white man, But that is no exeuse. We should learn to econ omize: to put our extra money in the things that will help us—in schools, in churches, in books, in organizations for uplift, in homes, in business, in farms, ote, Chris tian Recorder. and decorous” manner, Nothing unseemly was permitted; a care: fully selected “jury" was impan- celled and a “fair trial” had, and not until the “jury” had convict ed and sentenced him was he exe- cuted. Until then he was safe at least from any possibility of escape But we need not further de- seribe the proceedings; elsewhere in these columns that may. be found. While these Americans were indulging in this murderous pastime other Amerteans, white and black, are preparing to pun- ish the Germans for offenses no less heinous and at the same time to make the world “safe for de- moeracy.” The colored people are helpless, they can only pro- test against these outrages, but some diy an AlLSecing and Just- ice Loving God will demand an accounting and woe to him, indi- vidual or nation, who is unable to give a proper account of his stewardship. In the language of Sojourner Truth: “God is not ‘dcad.''—-Natoual Advocate Mready many of the American soldiers of both races are in the training camps and soon will take their plices in the trenches and battlefields. They wre looking to the people at home to see to it that they are fed and well cared for, ICis impossible for a. hun- gry man to win laurels, and that is what is expected of every American who puts on the United States uniform. They are going to make good if you will only do your part Here are some of the ways to help your boy who is at the front. We are proud of the boys who have gone to the front to make great sacrifices for us, What sac- rifices can we make for them that they may be proud of us? The Government says we can help the boy we love by using less wheat and meat, thereby permitting more to be sent to him. Don't waste food. Serve just enough, Bake, boil and broil more. Fry less: save sugar; it has a_pleas- ant taste to you, maybe, but it is 1 food that fighting men must have to keep up their strength and energy. Don't forget to pay your sub- scription to the Wisconsin Week- ly Blade, It is past due. Be sure to read our adds, They con- tain good. bargains. iP a . 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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 i 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 SavingsLoan&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 E. B, Steonsland, Pree. and Treas W.A-P. Morris, Vice Pres. J.@. 0. Zahiter. Vice-Pres. B. P. Riley, Sec'y and Trast Ofer 1M. Rittleson, Aesistant Gec'y W.D. Cartis Staniord P. Starks AR. Prouttit AP. Menges 8.7. Swaneen Herman Pfund Phone Belie 3383 510 Elm St. ROCKFORD ILLINOIS Ladies’ Cafe in Connection First Class Place to Eat BLADE ON SALE S. L. HODGES, Proprorietor 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 Re- Paired While You Wait ’ JOE’S STORE ELVER HOUSE BUILDING Opposite C. & N.W. Depot Moses Jefferson paid our a visit this week. Jas. Jordan is out again, affe- eing indisposed for a few o's. Mrs. Harry Allison is reported to be up again after several days illness. Jas. Adair has been out of the school for several days on account of illness. Capt. Dan Nealy is to be numbered among the staunch admirers of the Blade. Mrs. A. Hatzel is enjoying the winter days at her home with relatives in Finley, Ky. Wm. R. Carmichel, Orderly Hdq. Co., 365th Inf., spent weekend visiting relatives. Mr. J. A. Adkins was on the sick list a few days this week, but is now much improved. Rev. Moses Jefferson filled the pulpit at the A. M. E. Church on Sunday evening, preaching a foreible sermon. Miss Annie Glenn writes that she is being delightfully entertained by old home friends in Milton, N. C. Mrs. Carolyn F. Webb, who has been confined to her home for a few days, due to La Grippe, is able to be out again. Mrs. Phoebe Lawrence was grante da divorce from her former husband, William Lawrence, being now "Miss Hines". Henry Jefferson writes us that he is planning great work along literary lines. He was special gust at a New Year dinner. Mr. Clarence Owens, who has been working for the United States Sugar Co. Operating Dept. has returned to Baraboo for a visit. The Helpers' Club was entertained at their last meeting by Messrs. Turner and O'Banner. Visiting guest: Mrs. Mildred Bell of Detroit, Mich. Mrs. Mildred Bell of Detroit, Mich., who is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Butts, is being elaborately entertained by friends while in Madison. Under the Auspiciies of the Turner Club, htere will be a Chicken Supper and Program at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Friday night, Jan. 18. All are invited. Sunday, Jan. 6, Union Services were held by the St. Paul A. M. E. and the Mt.Zion Baptist churches. Rev. L. J. Phillips preaching at the Baptist Church at 11 a. m. and Rev. Z. P. Smith at the A. M. E. Church at 3 p. m. Both services were well attended owing to the inclemency of the weather. We trust that this good work will continue. A social entertainment was given at the A. M. E. Church on Friday Eve. It consisted of Victrola selections, recitations by the following: Misses Synobia Jackson, Marion Hurton, Freddie Mae Hill, Ardelia Palmer. Further a Duet by Miss S. Alexander and Mrs. P. Lawrence. Recitation by Mrs. Johnson. Remarks by ehe Pastor, Rev. L. J. Phillips. Refreshments were served. Phyllis Wheatly, H. H. of Ruth 4863, elected their officers as follows: Inmates Mayne Anderson, M. N. G.; Lula Abrams, R. N. G.; C. M. Josey, W. R.; T. E. Hines, W H.; Phoebe Hines, P. M. N. G.; Hattie Buckner, W. P.; Blanche Eubanks, N. G.; Marion Buckner, Chairman of Trustees; J. A. Josey, W. C. Each officer made an expression as to their appreciation of their office and the general welfare of the Order. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR BARGAINS TO THE EXTENT OF VALUE FOR MONEY, READ OUR ADDS, THEN SEE OUR ADVERTISERS AND TELL THEM YOU SAW THEIR ADD IN THE WISCONSIN WEEKLY BLADE. IF YOU FAIL TO GET THE BLADE REMEMBER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IS UNPAID. FOR RENT 1 House 3 Rooms, 1st class basement, 1st class condition, 709 Regent St. OSHKOSH, WIS. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Mitchell celebrated New Year's eve, with a whist party to a few of their friends. It was morning when the guests left for their respective homes. Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Jones, formerly of Fond du Lac, have moved to Neenah, Wis., where Mr. Jones has a position at the Valley Inn. They are staying at the home of Mr. Hart. Mrs. Hart of Neenah, Wis., is on the sick list. Mrs. Frank Harris of Watseka, Ill., is expected in this city this week to visit her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Clendenon. Messers C. A. Scott and Norman Person spent the holidays in Chicago visiting their families. Mr. and Mrs. Scott will leave for Kansas City, Mo., Denison and San Antonio, Tex., for an extended visit about Jan. 15. Harold Moon returned from Chicago this week. He was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Person, 3805 Rhodes avenue, and Mr. and Mrs. H. Frizer, 3404 Indiana ave. Miss Lilian Young of Goodland, Ind., is visiting Mr. and Mrs. N. Person, 3805 Rhodes avenue. She will remain in the Windy City indefinitely. Mrs. E. D. Clendonen presented her husband with a sixpound-baby boy Sunday morning, Jan. 6, and Mr. Clendonen says he may have to send him across the pond to help whip the Kaiser. Mother and baby both doing nicely and father pokes out his chest. Mr. and Mrs. Will Holland left Fond du Lac Tuesday, the 5th, for their home in Los Angeles, after spending several weeks in Wisconsin. They will visit friends in Milwaukee and Chicago enroute. Mrs. J. W. Smith has been on the sick list this week with a severe cold. She now is convalescent. Miss Maude Jenkins (Fond du Lac) has been confined to her bed for several days, but is greatly improved and able to be out again. Mrs. Frank Morris and two children, of Wattsseeka, Ill., arrived in this city Monday eve, to be at the bedside of her daughter Mrs. E. D. Clendenon and to keep a watchful eye on her granson that was left by the stork Sunday. 6th. Mother and baby are fine and dandy. Messrs. E. D. Clendenon and Jno. Ray narrowly escaped being snow-bound Friday night between Oshkosh and Fond du Lac after playing for the Elks Ball. They came in on the last train that has run over the North Western up to now (Sunday). Messrs. Jas, and Irvin Mathews have returned to Fond du Lac from St. Paul and Minneapolis after spending Christmas and New Year in the Windy City. They reported a pleasant trip. Mr. Lawrence Shadd is working for N. W. Dining Car Dept. between Fond du Lac and Milwaukee. He has lived in this city six years and is well liked by all who know him. Mr. Wineferd Ray has taken an important position with one of the leading Sash and Door Manufacturing companies of this city. Oweing to the severe snow storm trains were stopped indefinitely on all lines running through this city. Old settlers say that it was the worst blizzard ever seen in Wisconsin. Many compliments were paid to Wright's Orchestra, when they succeeded a Milwaukee orchestra (White) to play for the Elk Ball at Fond du Lac, Jan. 11. MEN. 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., Fresh and up-to-date drugs at Lewis, State and Gilman St. CORRESPONDENTS AND TAKE NOTICE Owing to the present demand for advertising space in THE WISCONSIN WEEKLY BLADE, no dinner party, wedding, obituary or funeral write-ups containing more than 28 words will be run in the News Items unless money accompanies the article. News items must be condensed as we are forced to conserve in space. J. ANTHONY JOSEY, Editor and Managen The United States Fuel Administration has announced that January 30, next, will be National Tag - Your - Shovel Day. The twenty-one million three hundred fifty thousand school children of the country will perform the patriotic work of tagging the coal shovels in American homes. In this extra effort to save coal for war purposes, the Government seeks the widest publicity through the co-operation of the daily, weekly and periodical press, the motion picture theatres and individuals. Tag-Your-Shovel Day falls on Wednesday, and it is expected that Governors, mayors and teachers will unite in arranging for a school holiday—one of the few special national school holidays ever proclaimed. Two great printing plants are now turning out the tags and posters, and it may be taken for granted that all the children everywhere except those who are unfortunate enough to be down with measles or numps or something, will be on the job January 30, for Uncle Sam. The tags, on the face, bear this wording: "Save that shovelful of coal a day for Uncle Sam." On the reverse are these hints on saving coal: 1. Cover furnaces and pipes with asbestos, or other insulation; also weather-strip your windows, or stuff cracks with cotton. 2. Keep your rooms at 68 degrees (the best heat for health). 3. Heat only the rooms you use all the time. 4. Test your ashes by sifting. If you find much good coal, there is something wrong with your heater. See a furnace expert. 5. Write to the maker of your furnace or stove for practical directions for running economically. 6. Save gas and electric light as much as possible—this will save coal for the nation. The Fuel Administration points out that this tag day is different from all other tag days. Instead of asking for cash contributions, the school children will demand that householders save money—save money for food, for war savings stamps, for liberty bonds, and at the same time add to the Government's coal pile. A million car loads of coal more than ever was taken out of the ground in this country in a single year will have been mined and delivered in 1917. Another million car loads were needed, but no human power could make so sudden an increase in production where the bare yhysical requirements were on so vast a scale. But the necessities of the war cannot wait and the American people must face a typical American problem, meeting and satisfying an unheard of increase in demand for coal with inadequate facilities for creating increased supply. The school children will not neglect any coal schovels, now matter how humble or how exalted they may be. President Wilson's shovel at the White House will be tagged, as well as the shovels of Governors, mayors, millionaires and wage-workers. In the minds of the Fuel Administration officials and the boys and girls of the schools Tag-Your-Shovel Day will be a serious occasion. Its main purpose is to help supply the machine power to help the man power win the war. All matter for The Blade must reach us not later than Tuesday of each week for publication, must be written on one side of the paper, and legible. Announcements, advertisements, etc. will not be published as news matter. J. Anthony Josey, Mgr. BUY A CAMERA. HAVE YOUR WORK DONE BY THE PHOTO ART HOUSE. 212 STATE ST. MILK ICE CREAM Zilisch Pu Zilisch Pure Milk Co. --- PHONE 979 Women's Tailor Made Suits 50% off Women'sClothCoats 40% off Women'sPlushCoats 25% off Women's Serge or Silk Dresses 25% off Women's Dress Skirts 25% off Fur Scarfs, Muffs, and Neck Pieces 30% off HINRIGHS DRY GOODS COMPANY 3 S. PINCKNEY ST. GEORGE WIESE CIGAR MANUFACTURER and Jobber of TOBACCO and CIGARETTES 111 King St.,Madison, Wis. Telephone 2551 OUR BRANDS: 10 Cents ZODIAC LA POSA ED TIFFIN EL CRISPO JULIUS CAESAR 5 Cents LA FLOR DE CUBA ROYAL HONOR CUBAN TIPS BUY JINGO MISS WEST GINGER SIGNO ART Remember the Boys in Camp. You Like Nice Pictures 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 CREAM Quality re Milk Co. W. WASHINGTON AVE. In Your Home The First National Bank MADISON, WISCONSIN No. 144 United States Deposits Capital Surplus and Undivided Profits $ OFFICERS AND DIRECTORR No. 144 States Depository and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 CERS AND DIRECTORR No.144 United States Depository Capital Surplus and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 F. G. Brown, Vice-President F. W. Hoyt H. L. Moseley M. C. Clark, Cashier M. H. Sater, Assistant Cashier THE STAR HAIR H. Sater, Assistant Cashier THE STAR HAIR GROWER Wonderful Hair Dresser and 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. 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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 THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr. Northern Branch, 113 Clark St., Evanston Ill. Southern Branch, P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, 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. 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. Persons in the South can get THE goods three days earlier by writing THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr., P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. Safeguarded Investments Are your DOLLARS workers? If they are not invested they will not more returns than grain in the bingo grow crops unless it is planted. Once said that $100 invested in THING at the RIGHT TIME much as a man steadily employed. It is OUR BUSINESS to suggest SAFEGUARDED INVEST combining a maximum of profit with a maximum of safety. We do a general brokerage and business, buying and selling listed or u bonds, etc. If you are contemplating write to us, we can probably save you same stock. If you have non-div securities let us tell you how you can do for dividend-payers. You can buy stocks and bonds for ferred payments. Let us tell you all are your DOLLARS workers or loafers? are not invested they will not bring any returns than grain in the bin which won't crops unless it is planted. Jay Gould said that $100 invested in the RIGHT TIME at the RIGHT TIME will earn as a man steadily employed. Is OUR BUSINESS to advise and fit SAFEGUARDED INVESTMENTS in a maximum of profit possibilities maximum of safety. Do a general brokerage and underwriting业务, buying and selling listed or unlisted stocks, etc. If you are contemplating an investment业务, we can probably save you money on the stock. If you have non-dividend paying业务 let us tell you how you can exchange them dividend-payers. It can buy stocks and bonds for cash or on de-payments. Let us tell you about our plan. Are your DOLLARS workers or loafers? If they are not invested they will not bring any more returns than grain in the bin which won't grow crops unless it is planted. Jay Gould once said that $100 invested in the RIGHT THING at the RIGHT TIME will earn as much as a man steadily employed. It is OUR BUSINESS to advise and suggest SAFEGUARDED INVESTMENTS combining a maximum of profit possibilities with a maximum of safety. We do a general brokerage and underwriting business, buying and selling listed or unlisted stocks, bonds, etc. If you are contemplating an investment write to us, we can probably save you money on the same stock. If you have non-dividend paying securities let us tell you how you can exchange them for dividend-payers. You can buy stocks and bonds for cash or on deferred payments. Let us tell you about our plan. Two Unusual Opportunities We have TWO especially attractive propositions usual profit possibilities. Both are sound high class Let us tell you about them. Ask for OFFER B-2. Securities Trust Comp 122 South Michigan Boulevard CHICAGO, ILL. Capital City Meat B Buy your Meats at this Market. Ch Beef, Veal, Pork and Mutton. Also fresh Poultry, Fish and Oy meatless days and Fridays. A. G. METZINGER, Pr especially attractive propositions that offer un- s. Both are sound high class investments. them. Ask for OFFER B-2. es Trust Company South Michigan Boulevard CHICAGO, ILL. City Meat Market Meats at this Market. Choice cuts ork and Mutton. Poultry, Fish and Oysters for s and Fridays. METZINGER, Prop. We have TWO especially attractive propositions that offer unusual profit possibilities. Both are sound high class investments. Let us tell you about them. Ask for OFFER B-2. Securities Trust Company 122 South Michigan Boulevard CHICAGO, ILL. Capital City Meat Market Buy your Meats at this Market. Choice cuts Beef, Veal, Pork and Mutton. Also fresh Poultry, Fish and Oysters for meatless days and Fridays. The Trunk Man BROWN The Trunk BROWN The Trunk Man 206 East Main Street Lowest Prices on All K TRAVELING GOODS, THE SATCHELS AND VAR Prices on All Kinds of NG GOODS, TRUNKS, ELS AND VALISES Lowest Prices on All Kinds of TRAVELING GOODS, TRUNKS, SATCHELS AND VALISES A. E. Proudfit President M. E. Fuller Vice-President E. B. Steensland Jas. B. Ramsay ```markdown ``` 421 State Street TelePhone 2905 Mr. Robert Merritt, Jr., fresh from Camp Custer and in full uniform, was a welcome visitor to his home and friends. Mr. Shivers, father of the well-known Shivers Boys of Vernon County, spent several days here en route home from Rockford and Chicago. At Rockford he visited Camp Grant and is loud in praises of the splendid condition in which he found things. Alga Shivers, one of his sons, is in camp. The Foreward Movement Literary Society was organized last Friday at St. Mark's A. M. E. Church. Miss Alois Johnson of Atlanta, Ga., is stopping with Mrs. John Alexander on Cherry Street. Miss Mabel Daves of Springfield, Ohio, was recently married to Mr. Charles Myrick of this city. Several sleeping car porters have been thrown out of employment by the cutting off of their cars. Misses Irene Evens and Antonia Biani are two charming young ladies who recently entered the charmed circle of matrons. Miss Irene Evans was married to John Mitchell at the home of the bride, December 26. We wish them a happy wedded life. Miss Antonia Berma and Frank Grace were united in marriage on December 29, at the home of the bride, 458 Eighth street. Miss Mabel Kennedy and Chas. Marks were married Christmas at the home of Mrs. G. Ford. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander were Chicago visitors last week, guests of Mrs. Madison, 5029 Lake Park avenue. Mrs. Finley of Evanston visited her daughter and son-in-law for a few days last week. The Culture Circle gave a surprise party in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sanford's seventh wedding anniversary, Thursday, January 2. Mrs. Juanita Herron is confined to her home with pneumonia. Mrs. Blanche Alexander gave a midnight supper New Year's eve night. A large number were present. Verni Moore, a junior in the dental department at Marquette College, has returned from Aurora to take up his studies. Mr. and Mrs. Ewing, Mr. and Mrs. Stomers were the guests of Mrs. Thornston at a Christmas dinner. Mrs. C. Sharp, 965 10th St., is on the sick list. The Silver Leaf Charity Club gave Christmas baskets to many families, wishing them a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. CHICAGO NEWS (Continued from page 1.) (Continued from page 1) served. Mr. Fred Vaughn, traveling pianist and trap drummer, rendered splendid music for the occasion; the evening was enjoyed by all. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Williams of Cassapolis, Mich., in in the city, visiting friends. West Chicago Lodge No. 3969 will celebrate their twenty-second anniversary Jan. 21, 1918. Good music will be furnished. Owing to the pressure of official business our D. G. M. has resigned from the P. S. office in Hutchinson Lodge 1362. Brother Kersey has been P. S. of this lodge for eight years, and we regrett very much to lose him. Brother W. A. Johnson was elected P. S. for the ensuing year. A few days ago a remark was made that the BLADE carried news of Arnett Lodge and no other. We wish to state that the Blade is not for Arnett alone, but for all Lodges and Households; the reason you see Arnett's items she has selected a correspondent to represent her. All other Lodges are asked to do the same, but only a few have responded. When you fail to see the doings of your lodge in this paper begin at the proper place and find out the reason why. This paper will print your news if sent to us; we are printing the news free, so it is up to you to let the public know of your progress. A bonafide excuse for not taking the paper is accepted, otherwise not. We were indeed surprised and entertained at the public installation of Englewood Lodge 4230. Distinguished guests were present. D. G. M. Kersey, D. G. L. L. T. Burrell, W. M. P. G. M. C. No. 20, Homer Allen, M. V. P. Major Lawrence, Arthur Perkins, N. G. Arnett Lodge, and others, too numerous to mention. Addresses were made pertaining to the good of the order. Bro. Pempleton, who has been P. S. of that lodge for 19 years, has proven to be faithful to his trust and has with the assistance of Bros. Wilson, Oglesby and others increased the financial part of the order. Installation ceremonies were performed by D. G. L. L. T. Burrell and W. M. H. Allen. The N. G. V. G. and P. S. were reected to their respective positions. ENGLEWOOD LODGE 4230. Met the 17th with 40 members and present. Bro. E. Richardson was iniated this year, with two applications to start the New Year with. The following officers were elected: Bro. Edw. Tidrington, P. See'y; T. J. Oglesby, Treasurer; Rev. S. M. Hardin, Chaplain; H. B. Gainer, Advocate; Trustees: H. T. Gainer Sr., A. O. Leary, S. Jones, W. C. Wilson N. G., J. H. Johnson, V. G., A. Keller, E. See'y, W. Hoyle, P. N. G., R. W. Wright, N. F., E. Spaulding, P. N. F., W. Woodfort, Warden, E. Edgerton, Inside Guardian. C. N. Kneal, W. N. Kneal, O. G. Smith, L. Tharps, Supporters. Mrs. Jessie E. McHenry, one of our popular Chicago matrons, is a member of Household of Ruth No. 1073 of G. U. D. of O. F. for the past five years; by her loyalty and business ability is now our most noble Goy. The Ladies' Republican Club met Friday. Mrs. Bertha Montgomery presiding. Opened with an address by Dr. Buchanan, next was an instrumental solo by the Baby Pianist Josephine Bond, vocal solo by Mr. R. Fraction, Addresses, by Ald. Morris, Ald. L. B. Anderson, Hon. E. H. Wright; vocal solo by Mrs. Gill, address by Major R. R. Jackson, closing remarks by Mr. A. F. G. Sims. All report a pleasant time. The Naomi Household met Friday. Much business was transacted. We have only one sick Inmate on the list at this writing. The Grim Reaper of Death has visited us for the sixth time this year taking from us Inmate Lilian Braxton who was a servicable member and one, who was loved by all. Election of officers were held; names of the new officers will appear in the Febraurau History of Events. After the regular weeting was over and the three new members were added we had a fifteen minute Testimonial Meeting. All members will please subscribe for the Blade. Do not forget to read, buy and pay for The Blade, when you subscribe if you want to know who's who. If you desire to become known among your fellow men, read The Blade. I. T Burrell, Agent. '128 Dearborn St. Arthur Perkins, Corresp't. '157 E. 21s St. (Douglas $600.) ONLY TWO DAYS LEFT My Sale Has Been Wonderful--My customers responded nobly to my announcement and when they saw what merchandise I had to offer at They bought and they bought wisely. Many ordered two suits, and some even three. The suits I am offering to you at that price are 219 State Street "Out of the High Rent District" Madison, Wis. MILWAUKEE, WIS Mrs. Thornston, President Mrs. Johnson, Secretary. Do you have trouble with your hair or scalp; if so write us, we'll send you a free sample of the best Hair Grower. S.E. Mounce. 775 S. 20 St. Fl., Fa. B $17.50 LET US LOCATE YOU! BLA Real Estate And EASY BLADE Estate And Renting A EASY TERMS e 3369 319 N. Telephone 3369 J. ANTHNEY JOSEY, Manager Keep Your Voice Clear, Use LEWIS' VEGETABLE THROAT GARGLE 25 Cents Lewis' Drug Store Pay Your Subscription to the BLADE It is past due. SUIT CASES VISIT C and all kinds of Leather Goods Largest Stock in State Chas. Wehrmann & Son 116 King St. Phone 666 ADVERTISE in the BLADE It'll pay you! YOU HAVE NOT READ THE BLADE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE WONDERFUL BARGAINS IN OUR ADS. --- TRUNKS TRAVELING BAGS Made To Fit isely. Many or- The suits I am me Now While is the Last Day ALL ct" Madison, Wis. ADE Renting Agency TERMS 319 N. Henry St. St. Benedict Settlement 823 Winnebago Street Milwaukee, Wis. Home for Colored Working Girls and Women Strang- ers in the City. Either Catholic or Protestants All Are Welcome Milwaukee, Wis. St. Benedict Settlement is a home for colored working girls and women of good morals. Anyone found inducing them to an immoral place or play will be punished to the fullest extent of the law. Mrs. Laura Duncan, 823 Winnebago St., VISIT OUR LUNCH ROOM ROCKFORD, ILL. 221 So. Wyman St., South of Interurban R.R.Sta. Prices 10-15-20 and up F.N. PAYNE, Prop. RESTAURANT When in Milwaukee visit the ELITE CAFE Meals at all hours Lunches 10-15-20c and up ROBERT WHITE, Prop. 267 Fourth St. He would feel more than pleased with a box of cigars made in the "Old Home Town". Our cigars are manufactured in our own shop by union cigar-makers. Julius Caesar Zodiac La Posa Put up in Holiday Boxes of 10 A full line of Ripes, Cii Smokers' Supplies. At G. Wies Bank of line of Ripes, Cigarettes, Tobacco and ers' Supplies. At all dealers or our sto A full line of Ripes, Cigarettes, Tobacco and other Smokers' Supplies. At all dealers or our store. ank of Wiscons Bank of Wisconsin A.W.KNIGHT Suits and Uniforms made up of the best materials 110 1-2 S. Church St. Phone Forest 423 J. M. ROBINSON SCIENTIFIC EMBALMNG CASKETS AND 10-12 Dupont If you are away from home and need the service ship body ASKETS AND ROBES FOR SALE 10-12 Dupont St.. Atlanta. Ga. away from home — north, south, east need the services of and undertaker, ship 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, ch robes, etc., a Mrs. Anna ORIGINATOR OF THE Switches and Braids mation, Shampooing. Hair Grower; Perf and OUT OF TOWN Madame A 455 E. 31st Street CHICA bodies in plain, cheap coffins, and buy robes, etc., at destination. Mrs. Anna B. Perkins ATOR OF THE "PERT HAIR S aches and Braids made to order, Tran ton, Shampooing. Pert Hair Pomade, Grower; Pert Temple Oil, Straight and Dying. OUT OF TOWN ORDERS SOLICITED Madame Anna B. Perkins 1st Street Phone Dous CHICAGO, ILL. Ship bodies in plain, cheap coffins, and buy caskets, robes, etc., at destination. 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. W. E. WILLIAMS Licensed Embalmer Funeral Director Williams Und Telephone 4229 Williams Undertaking Parlors 4229 308 E. Wilson S Williams Undertaking Parlors Telephone 4229 308 E. Wilson St. Madison TROOPER Royal Honor Boxes of 10 and 15 La Flor de Cuba Boxes of 25 add 50 Cuban Tips Boxes of 50 only garettes, Tobacco and other all dealers or our store. e, Manufacturer 111 King St. Wisconsin ROCKFORD, ILL. ROBES FOR SALE St.. Atlanta. Ga. north, south, east or west s of and undertaker, just aud telegraph eap coffins, and buy caskets, t destination. Anna B. Perkins "PERT HAIR SYSTEM" made to order, Transfor- Pert Hair Pomade, Pert Temple Oil, Straighting Dying. ORDERS SOLICITED Anna B. Perkins Phone Douglas 8560 AGO, ILL. MRS. W. E. WILLIAMS Assistant Embalmer. ertaking Parlors 308 E. Wilson St. Madison