Wisconsin Weekly Blade

THE WISCONSIN Official Organ of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth. A NATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPINION AND CIRCULATION NEGRO SOLDIERS AMONG THE BEST AT CAMP GRANT MAKE FINE LOOKING FIGHTERS AFTER TRAINING NO TROUBLE WITH WHITES-CONDUCT OF COLORED OFFICERS IS HIGHLY COMPLIMENTED GENE H. S. BARNUM, PRAISED MAJOR GENERAL C. C. BALLOU, COMMANDER 92ND DIVISION, PLEASED WITH THE PROGRESSIVE WORK ACCOMPLISHED BY THE OFFICERS Y. M. C. A. NO. 7, DOING GOOD WORK VOL. II The men in the company under the command of Captain Harry W. Mills; assisted by Lieuts. Leon Stewart, G. W. Jackson, G. M. Lewis; R. C. Atkins and R. S. Bamfield, are rapidly being entirely whipped into a state of development wherein they have taken on the attitude and appearance of real soldiers; as to training, physique and good morals. We cannot laud too highly the work of these officers. Under their supervision and instruction, the men of the company are enjoined with them in spirit and determined to make "Company F" from every angle the leading company in the regiment. We hope from a standpoint of men in morals to serve as a guiding star to other members of the regiment. Already we are ranked as one of the two Honor Companies of this regiment because of our physical fitness. Quite an interest is manifested in the Sunday morning prayer services which are held in the barracks, under the auspices of the Y. M. C. A. workers. The Non-commissioned Officers' School is creating a great deal of enthusiasm among the non-commission officers. This school is in session five evenings of the week; and is instructed and supervised by Lieutenant Leon Stewart. Much progress is promoted by this institution. Because of an exposure, due to association with another company at meal times, wherein later a case of measels developed, the company was quarantined for a period of fourteen days. Rigid sanitary practices in and about the barracks, and attentive medical care, combined with frequent morning hikes prevented the development of a single case in the company. During this period of seclusion, the social side of our life was given considerable attention. We believe that much good has been done thereby. The indulgence in indoor sports and various games, seasoned now and then with the heretfoore dormant faculties of "Bert William's" humor, the personages of Pvt. Robert T. Sims and Anderson Rollins of the "Midget Squid", great color and tone was added to the occasion, which lifted the spell of loneliness from our mental world. The "F" quintette composed of Serets, Isaac Jackson and Charles E. Mathews; Corporal Joseph R. Watt; Meech, Edward Herman and Pvt. Daniel L. Ferguson serenaded quite frequently the men in the lower and upper room-rooms; while those whose feet are musically inclined, glided over the floor in rhythm to the melodious tones. The result is: That we have become better acquainted with each other and our social life has been ele- vated: We are agreed in believing that the very best sometimes come to us in the disguise of the bad. The company was very glad, on the eve of the release from under quarantine, to have the opportunity to make a visit to the Y. M. C. A. and hear the address by Major General C. C. Ballou, Commander of the Ninety Second Division, which Division is constituted of Negro Troops. He prefaced his address by expressing his extreme gratification of the progressive work accomplished by the officers of the Regiment. In brief he stated that they, beyond all doubt have measured up to his superb expectations. The theme of his address was: "The Making of a Soldier and the Relative Importance of Discipline. He further emphasized physical development, health and mentality, together with proper training as chief assets in the "Making." We are anxiously awaiting the advent of our Leland Player Piano, which shall bedeck our recreation room. The piano was recently purchased by the company from the Lyon & Hearly musical firm in Chicago; through the interest and efforts of Captain H. W. Mills and Lieut. R. S. Bamfield Sergt. Isaac Jackson is very desirous of sounding the key board on the piano; he doubts its ability of making the low bass tones which he makes in singing. Company "A" 365th Inf. entertained Company "F" on the evening of the 20th. inst. The participants in the program demonstrated clearly their ability in executing the manual of arms as well as in bayonet maneuvers. The men of Co. "F", publicly expresses their appreciation and their hospitable attitude towards them. Under the captaincy of Sergt. C. E. Mathews, and the co-operation of his followers in indoor base ball team is getting ready to take on games with any other team of the regiment. Although we did not score enough points in the Regimental Cross Country Run to merit the donation of the silver cup by General H. S. Barnum, we are proud of the fact Pvt. Daniel L. Ferguson of this company led the entire eight hundred and finished first. He covered the distance in suite of contrary conditions, in 19 minutes 52 1-5 seconds. ATTY. O. A. CLARK Chicago. Ill. Atty. Clark has been invited by The Lincoln Memorial Society to address them and the Citizens of Madison on Feb. 12th. The exercises will be held in the G. A. K rooms of the state capitol. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA COUNTRY OF THE UNITED STATES 1789 MADISON, WIS., THURDAY, JANUARY 31, 1918 ANDERSON & TERRELL Chicago's Real Estate Brokers and Bankers 3539-43 S. State Street CHICAGO, ILL. The big drive is now on to increase the circulation of The Blade, and to make it an eight page paper. If you are interested in the welfare of your people, the object The Blade is striving for and the efforts of those who give their time and labor to give you wholesome news. Why not show it by sending in your subscription and advertising to us. The Musical given on Ladies' night at the Y. M. C. A. was uplifting in every sense of the word. The talent displayed by our people, proves that the twentieth Century cannot reckon without us. The famous K. P. Band has shown their appreciation of the sacrifices made by our boys of this city, by going to Rockford to render a Concert for them. Miss Edna Cook daughter of Rev. W. D. Cook, is improving. Everyone is beginning to talk about the Golden Jubilee. Will you be in the number. Mrs. Mabel Rogers, 455 E. 31st St. is on the sick list. Mr. J. R. Barnes, 2974 Dearborn St. is on the road to better health. Mr. Benj. Smith of Springfield, Ill. is in the city indefinitely. The progressive Association is increasing in number and performing good work along all lines. We are indeed sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. Precilla Shaw, 3417 State St. Mrs. Shaw was well known, being in the Hair Business with her Husband, also a member of The Easter Lily Club UNCLE SAM'S FIRST FUE Keep Your Rooms at 68° Uncle UNCLE SAM'S FIRST FUEL CONSERVATION SIGN Keep Your Rooms at 68° SAVE COAL Uncle Sam NEEDS it U.S. FUEL ADMINISTRATION MR. MARVA SHIVERS Dilly, Wis. Wisconsin Wealthiest and Most Progressive Farmer Mr. Shivers passed through the city Wednesday enroute to Tulsa Okla. to spend a few days. He and his brothers are to be congratulated upon the splendid equipment. The Blade will in short give to its thousands of readers a write up of the holding of these young men. We are always glad to welcome Mr. Shivers to our sanctum. While in Madison he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Ames. Illinois and Wisconsin Jurisdiction. and various other institutes. The Blade extends its sympathy. All Lodges and H. H. desiring to be placed in the Chicago Dictionary will please communicate with us and learn details. Join us in our effort to teach the masses the need of getting together, of the opportunities for us in the business, commercial and financial field. Come to us, let us imbue on your mind the right conception of competition. The power of diplomacy and the results achieved by staunch resourcefulness. Fire destroyed the Restaurant of Mrs. Addie Stephens, 3433 State St., also the Laundry Office of Mr. Chas, Winchester, Fri. Jan. 18th. The proprietors carried no insurance. Netwithstanding the severe weather, the members of Arnett Lodge were out in large. Bro. Robt. Scott was installed as N. G. Bro. Wm. Howard as P. N. G. The retiring N. G. was congratulated on the termination of his fifth term of office. The report of the auditing committee was one that any lodge would be proud of. We intend to make this paper the center of attraction, for what we will serve you in the way of news will be beneficial to you and all that may take time to read. Race work, race thoughts and race Co-operation is our aim and object. As you walk, run or sit, read The Blade. Then if you mean well pay your obligation. Arthur Perkins, Correspondd. 455 S. 31st St. Phone Douglas 8560. L CONSERVATION SIGN VE COAL Sam NEEDS it D.FUEL ADMINISTRATION SEEK COLORED MUSICIANS FOR THE REGULAR ARMY Colored musicians, qualified and eligible for voluntary enlistment, are wanted for the regular army and may be sent to Camp Grant, according to a message received by Sergt. George E. Davidsen, local army recruiting officer. They will be enlisted and transferred to the national army for assignment in the 365th infantry. The recruiting office at 2 South Carroll Street will be open tomorrow and succeeding Mondays in the "heatless" period. Arrangements have been made to exempt military quarters from the rule of the fuel administration. WEEKLY BLADE :: MILWAUKEE -- MADISON -- BELOIT Great Organization a Practical Realization of the Negro's Dreams And Aspirations. Is this the great organization for which the Negro has been waiting? Are the men who launched it endowed with the vision of seers that they can look into the future and plan to meet the problems that will confront the Negro race when the war is over? Is the Negro American Alliance the practical realization of the Negro's dreams and aspirations? These are some of the questions people all over the country are asking after reading the pamphlet, "The Negro American Alliance. Its Principles, Purposes and Aims." Within a few short weeks this organization has found its way into every state in the Union. Everywhere it has struck a great sympathetic chord in the bosom of every Negro. Its principles are so sane and so sound, its views are so clear and its methods so systematic until people everywhere hail it as the Race's great master-stroke for real independence. It has shown the Race the real way to unite for its protection and advancement as a whole. It has pointed the way to real team-work. It is inspiring the Negro with the idea that every race is master of its own destiny and can accomplish what it will if it will only use the proper method. REV. R. C. CAMPBELL Rock Island Visits Madison Enroute from a two weeks visit in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Rev. Campbell spent Tuesday night and Wednesday in Madison at the palatial home of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Glover. He was loud in his praise of the new home of the host. Enroute from the twin city to Madison he stopped at Hillsboro. Dilly and Baraboo and did speak in commendable terms of that section of the country. The Shiver's brother is to be classed as the wealthiest and most progressive farmer of the state. Rev Campbell is a thorough race man. Odd Fellow, Mason and Pythias and enjoys the happy faculty of making new and holding new friends. ORGANIZING SECOND NEGRO DIVISION To Be raised From Units Of National Guard And National (Special to The Blade) A second division of the National Army to be composed of Negro soldiers is being organized. Surplus units of colored men from both the National Guard and the first and second drafts will be used in forming the new division, which will be designated the Ninety-third. It was learned today that already two infantry brigades for the new division are virtually complete, although the regiments have not actually been brought together from the camps at which they were organized. 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 spice. J. ANTHONY JOSEY Editor and Manager 7,000 Members. DISON -- BELOIT NO. 33 CE STRIKES SYMPATHETIC RD. realization of the Negro's Dreams tions. NO.33 The Negro American Alliance is built on the sound idea that a man's first duty is to the race from which he springs. Its slogan is: "For the Future of Our Children and the Glory of Our Race." It has already started to offset the influences that are at work to poison the minds of the nations across the seas against the Negro? It knows that American prejudice is rotten to the core and will try to strangle the Negro even while he fights to make the world safe for democracy. The Negro American Alliance entertains no illusions. It knows that the advantages that have accrued to the Negro during the past three years are more the result of accident than anything else. He must back up these advantages with every resource at his command or they will be lost to him when things become normal again. Every Race member interested in his own welfare should read the pamphlet, "The Negro American Alliance. Its Principles, Purposes and Aims." It will be mailed anywhere on receipt of 20 cents. Address all communications to the Negro American Alliance. Suite 24, Atlantic Insurance Building, Atlantic City, N. J. BELOIT, WIS. Unfavorable weather did not prevent the program from being carried out as planned on the Eve. of Jan. 27th in honor of the First Anniversary of Emanuel Baptist Church. The attendance was large. After the devotion which was conducted by the Pastor, the welcome address was delivered by little Miss Velma Bell in poetry. The condition of the field was interestingly related by Bro. G. J. Barr. What was done to relieve the situation was told by Bro. W. S. Williams, The Condition of the Community without a Church was described by Bro. A. G. Cook, the speaker said in part "That the men and women who held places of honor and trust were rared under Church influences as a rule Chaos undescribable. was not a stranger in Churchless communities. Bro. G. L. Gordon set forth some of the duties necessary of fulfillment to ojousootify the existence of a Church, he emphasized strongly the sacrificed spirit in Church work. Bro. L. J. Ousley, brought us a strong message on unity as an essential in Religious work. The service thro out was interesting and helpful. Miss Oro Lee Bell presided at the piano. A liberal offering was lifted. Mr. H. W. Knight of Rockford made a hasty visit to the Gate City last week. Mr. A. G. Cook is able to be out after a slight illness. Mr. Bradford of W. Water St. is on the sick list. Mr. Turner of Maple St. is now with the F. and M. Co. Mr. H. C. Cowan former proprietor of Carolina Hotel, South State St. is now in Toledo, Ohio Pay Your Subscription to the BLADE It is past due. BLADE REAL ESTATE AND RENTING AGENCY HOUSES FOR SALE ON EASY TERMS. GAINS IN SPRING GOODS AT COHN'S GENERAL STORE, 754 W. WASHINGTON AVE. A National Journal of Opinion and Circulation. Entered as second-class matter June 8, 1916, at the post office at Madison, Wis., under the Act of March 3, 1879. 4 J. ANTHONY JOSEZ, Editor and Manager. GEO. H. DE REEF. Contributing Editor MILWAUKEE BRANCH H. B. Kin. Staff Correspondents. A. W. KNICHT. L. J. OUSLEY. I. T. BURRELL Traveling Representative. Ore year ..... $1.50 Six months ..... 1.00 Three months ..... 50 Address all communications to Wisconsin Weekly Blade, 319 N. Henry St. money sent by express money order, or registered letter at our own risk, otherwise at risk of the sender. The D. G. L. is not responsible for any financial obligation of The Blade. TO AMERICA How would you have us, as we are? Or sinking 'neath the load we bear? Our eyes fixed forward on a star? Or gazing empty at despair? Rising or falling? Men or things? With dragging pace or footsteps fleet? Strong, willing, sinews in your wings? Or lightening chains about your feet? James Weldon Johnson. BLADELETS Our advertisers invite your trade. Don't tell everything you know. Be what you are and be it the best you know how. In this crisis of our common country let us sustain the record of our forefathers. If you consider the white race superior don't complain if they think likewise Some Americans are never too busy fighting for democracy to take a whack at the black brother. The prevailing fashion in skirts give strong evidence against many weavers under Wisconsin's Vagrancy Act—no visible means of support. SCISSORED THOUGHTS Capital Times Safe for Humanity The American congress frequently forgets that the American people are engaged in a struggle to make the world safe for democracy. At least they display little interest in making America save for humanity. Saturday News— With a view to vindication of our view of the rights of the people, the average American has not awakened to the fact that this fortune cannot win the war without the fullest sympathy and united support of the 10,000,000 Negroes who contribute just one-tenth of the entire population of the United States. There has been no seeking for the sympathy of the American Negro in the war, although he has bottled his feeling and has gone forth with all of his might in behalf of the flag. Twin City Star Members of our race are so selfish in speaking of their work "for colored soldiers." We should do what we can for our men and when we contribute to THE WEAKEST LINE "A chain is no stronger than its weakest link." The antagonist always seeks the weakest spot in his opponent to land his knockout blow. Disease seeks the weakest spot and there makes its inroads into the human body. It is the all-round strong man who can stand before the keenest opponent. Nations, like individuals, are made of many parts. The little finger must be looked after and cared for just as any other part of the body. In many cases the infection of a small finger has ruined the whole body. It is said that this nation is a united people. The Negro is part of this people. The time has come when a test of the strength of this nation must be shown. Her strength is impaired. She has denied the opportunity for devel- the general cause we are helping our boys in war. Special work should be done for them on special occasions, and we should see that our men are not neglected. Let us be as liberal as the other races. It has not yet appeared that Negroes are excluded from the Red Cross benefits. Our boys will get their share in equal proportion, even if we did not contribute anything. Let us work for The American Red Cross. Boys in black have received many comforts in this and other wars, long before their women took any active interest in their welfare. Are the soldiers only? Miss Clara Barton recognized Negroes among her white women knitting for white workers in the Spanish American war and The Red Cross knows no color line, unless we establish it. God forbid! CONSERVE COAL Back to Simple Life A person who uses soft coal buys as much heat in each pound as a person who uses hard, or anthracite coal. The soft coal is better in every way than the hard coal. The only redeeming feature the hard coal has is this: a hard coal fire does not need to be tended so often—it saves more time—but time is no object to us poor folks, for we have time in abundance. To sum it all up, it has been very timely stated that we must "Go back to the simple life; be contented with simple food, simple pleasurer, simple clothes, Work hard, pray hard, play hard, Work, eat, recreate and sleep. Do it all courageously. "We have a victory to win." Help Win the War'' He that loses his life in helping to free the world from the slavery of an autocratic government will not have lived in vain. We hope to see that small restaurant and eating places be just as patriotic in refusing to serve meat on meatless days, and wheat bread or wheat griddle cakes or crackers on wheatless days as the big hotels. Persons who do not help to save food by substituting other foods in their stead are helping Germany, which means that they will prolong the war just that much and so cause many more of our boys to lose their lives than ought to be necessary. The United States Food Administration wishes to have the people increase their use of Irish potatoes. The potato to-day is plentiful, cheap and the best substitute for food staples we are being asked to save for our associates in the war. It furnishes strength, bulk, mineral salts, and helps the stomach to do its work better. If we are going to win this war, we must fight Germany man for man, shell for shell, potato for potato. Try the pinto and other colored beans which have become popular in the West and Middle West as a substitute for the common white or navy bean. In most of the larger cities in this sections, colored beans are used almost entirely. Colored beans are equal to white beans in food value, and many claim that they test better. The housewife may save money by purchasing colored beans, for they are one-third cheaper than the white. The Army and the Navy Commissaries are using the colored beans and the soldiers are fond of them. Mr. Man, do not hurt your opment to her weakest link—the Negro. He has been discriminated against in skilled professions, in the courts of the land, in government positions, and in hundreds of other places that have been opened freely to all other races, be they aliens or enemies. By such acts, the Negro has been denied experience that naturally comes to the people with the development in the sciences of the nation. In times like these, when the strength of the nation is being tested, those who have charge of the affairs of the government should spend a little time in developing and making strong the weakest link. Who knows but that the weak spot may give way at a time when every ounce of strength is needed to strike the knockout-blow? St. Louis Argus. wife's feeling by demanding that she give you your regular pork shops. Let her help in her kitchen way to end the war, so that her men folks will not be called to the front. She may not give you everything you want to eat, but she will give you plenty of food and it will taste good too. Surprise friend wife by asking her to make you a one-dish meal. Yes, the woman in the kitchen is helping to win the war. CHICAGO. ILL. What are your plans for the future? Are you satisfied with what you accomplished last year? When you applied to Mr. Gett Rocks for a position, he asked you what you knew? Did you say nothing, or did you state some thing that you could do well? If you had to say you knew nothing don't you thing it high time you were learning something? There are many professions to be learned in a short time, studiously applied. Salesmanship is one of the best paying propositions you can take up; selling good literature, your knowledge, your service, the Blade and many other things. Work 52 weeks in the year, with pay, according to your ability. Hustling, energetic men and women are in great demand with good chances for promotion. that the only portion of a man out of which time and money can be made is his imagination. Don't allow it to lie dormant, put it to work and thereby do your share in creating progressive enterprises; Don't wait for something to turn up, go and turn it up. Don't wait for conditions to change, so you may get a job, make one for yourself. There are at your elbows many opportunities for wealth and social position and it is up to you to develop them. With machinery to plow, thresh, mix bread, paint automobiles, and nearly everything else, there will soon be no place for the dead head. The world needs all the good there is in you; all the real jobs are being saved for thrifty, creative ideas. Now is the time, and here is the place, start by subscribing for the Blade, read every word of race uplift, tell your good friends and neighbors to do the same, and assist us to place 1500 more subscribers on our books and we will make you glad. The Blade wants you to be progressive; and with this in view, we will soon establish a department, where you may learn many things of great advantage to you in finding your real self and be in a position to demand something. Get it regularly don't miss an issue. I. T. Burrell. 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HODGES, Proprorietor For Sale Cheap Second Hand Overcoats Suits, Shoes, Hats, Ladies' Coats and Shoes also Rings, Watches and Suit Cases I buy anything you dont want Clothes Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired While You Wait JOE'S STORE ELVER HOUSE BUILDING Opposite C. & N. W. Depot --- T. E. Hines 312 N. Henry St. is seriously ill at his home. John Hill took a business trip to Milwaukee last Monday. LITTLE CHESTENA E. HILL Little Chestena Hill, is on the sick list this week. Miss G. M. Reuben has returned to Madison after a six weeks stay in Chicago. Mrs. Grimes, mother of Mrs. J. W. Brown has been ill. Mr. Brown was also ill. C. Henderson has received a letter stating that his mother and father have both been ill. Mrs. Geo. Buekner has been very ill at her home 715 Milton St., but is better again. Miss Gladys Buckner of Madison who is now in the Sunny South, N. C. will write for the Blade. Leroy Thomas, was rushed to St. Mary's Hospital, Monday Night where he was operated on for Appendicitis. Mrs. J. A. Billingslea has returned from the South where she went some months ago to bury her brother. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Williams were guests at dinner at the home of Miss Phoebe Hines Wednesday evening. Peter Washington will leave Saturday for Chicago to Miss Katie Scott. The couple will reside here. Mrs. S. Jackson has been ill. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Horton have all been ill with the mumbs. Marion is still il. Mr. and Mrs. Claude Smith 210 N. Blair entertained Mr. and Mrs. Ward. C. Henderson and Miss Phoebe Hines at whist Tuesday evening. Misses Irene Horton and Snobia Jackson entertained a number of their young friends at a sleigh party Tuesday night. They enjoyed refreshments at the home of Mrs. Wilkerson. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Stewart, will entertain Friday Eve at their home on Francis St. in honor of Mr. Victor Coquoir, 21st Birthday. He was the proud recipient of the handsome sum of $50.00 from Sparta this week. McKinley Steward and Ned Nelson were nearly suffocated at their home, 627 Milton St. by the gas from an open coal stove. Ned who was ill is still under the care of a physician. It is rumored that he and Miss Gertrude Jackson are engaged. Recent letters from Camp Grant were received by Mrs. S. Jackson and Miss M. Horton, assuring them that our boys are getting their share of all the environments offered by the various organizations to soldiers in training. A number of Madisonians are planning to visit the camp Feb. 22, Geo. Washington's Birthday. 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 WIS- CONSIN WEEKLY BLADE. Wanted Elderly or middle-aged Woman who wants work, a home and good pay, to suitable person. Inside work. Address: You will find the Blade for sale at Trotter & Hopkins, 222 E. Main St., and Hill's Grocery Co., 649 E. Dayton St. Lake Michigan's Official Board G. U. O. OF O. F. Progressive and Enterprising Odd Fellows Wm. A. Pinckney. The most progressive P. S. in Jurisdiction No. 9. Also a worthy P. G. M. was again returned to office beginning this career of his 9th year serving his lodge. Geo. McGuire a member on the trustees board. A very conscientions, upright, progressive odd fellow he enjoys the distinction of a P. N. F. Geo. W. Beatty has served as warden of Lake Michigan lodge about 8 years. He is ever mindful of duty and as progressive as the tide demands, and enjoys the distinction of a M. V. P. R. H. McGavock. A young progressive undertaker was retained in the office as V. G. He is the beginning of his second year in that capacity. He too will soon enjoy the distinction of A. M. V. P. Mid-Winter S Wednesday, I G. A. R Enterprise Lo Enterprise Lodge No. 9109 LET US LOCATE YOU! BLADE Real Estate And Renting A EASY TERMS J. ANTHNEY JOSEY, Manager YOU HAVE NOT READ THE BLADE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE WONDERFUL BAR-GAINS IN OUR ADS. Telephone 3369 ```markdown ``` Wm. McCullough. Although yet a young member in this order was again retained to the office as treasurer, this being his second term in office, he is a very efficient, progressive member. He will soon be initiated into the P.G. M. Council—thence to Patriarchy. A. H. Wm. Buckner. A distinguished gentleman and Odd Fellow was retained in the office as advocate his every turn is effectively progressive, he enjoys the popular distinction of Captain of Company L. of the Patriarchy, a Company made up exclusively of members of Lake Michigan Lodge. A. B. C. Wm. Randolph. This N. G. has been repeatedly retained to office this the beginning of his 7th year his career as a standard bearer of the order cannot be questioned because he is and has almost given his whole life for the uplift and progress of the Order. He too retains a Membership in every branch of the Order except the Veterans Association. IF YOU FAIL TO GET THE BLADE REMEMBER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IS UNPAID. Special Soiree Feb. 27, 1918 . HALL dge No. 9109 ADE Renting Agency TERMS 319 N. Henry St. Don't forget to pay your subscription to the Wisconsin Weekly Blade. It is past due. Be sure to read our adds. They contain good bargains. food 1-buy it with thought 2-cook it with care 3-serve just enough 4-save what will keep 5-eat what would spoil 6-home-grown is best don't waste it ADVERTISE in the BLADE It'll pay you! TRUNKS TRAVELING BAGS and all kinds of Leather Goods Largest Stock in State Chas. Wehrmann & Son 116 King St. Phone 666 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 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 Oliver A. Clark W. A. Parker Clark & Parker Attorneys at Law 10 East 35th Street CHICAGO The First National Bank MADISON, WISCONSIN No. 144 United States Depository Capital Surplus and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 No.144 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 F. G. Brown, Vice-President F. W. Hoyt H. L. Moseley M. C. Clark, Cashier THE STAR HAIR GROWER A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower A 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 wondrous 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 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. Safeguarded Investments Are your DOLLARS workers or loafer? 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. 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 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. BROWN The Trunk Man 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. 206 East Main Street Lowest Prices on All Kinds of TRAVELING GOODS, TRUNKS, SATCHELS AND VALISES Keep Your Voice Clear, Us LEWIS' VEGETABLE THROAT GARGLE 25 Cents Lewis' Drug Store 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., BEST OF BARGAINS IN MEN AND BOYS' SHOES AT TIEDMAN'S 516 E. WILSON ST. AT TIEDMAN'S 516 E. WILSON ST. Fresh and up-to-date drugs at Lewis, State and Gilman St. OSHKOSH NEWS Mr. Abe Campbell has returned from Chicago and reports a pleasant time but encountered plenty of cold weather while in the windy city. Mrs. Frank Morris has returned to her home at Wattseeka, Ill. After a two weeks visit with her daughter and son in law. Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Clendenon. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smith were Neenah's guest to Mr. and Mrs. W. S Hart, Tuesday of last week Mrs. Hart is confined to her home with rheumatism. Mrs. D. L. Jones of Neenah left Sunday for Ardmoore, Okla. to be at the bedside of her mother during an operation of a defective hand. Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Scott are visiting in Denison, Tex. this week they will visit Ft. Texh, Dallas and San Antonia before they return to the windy city. They write that there is plenty of snow down there. Little William Montgomery son of Mrs. C. A. Scott is visiting at the Home of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Fowler's at Fond du Lac. Mr. Harold Montgomery is running on the road between Milwaukee and Fond du Lac in the place of Mr. John Stewart (chef) who is visiting friends in Chicago. Mr. J, H. Smith of 1720 Crawford Ave. Chicago the oldest chef on the N. W. R. R. and for several years employed between Milwaukee, Oshkosh and Green Bay, has been confined to his home for three months with a general breakdown, his friends and Brothers of Oshkosh Lodge 9859 G. U. O. O. F. wish him all the comfort that life can afford him. MILWAUKEE, WIS. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith are comfortably located at 411 Cherry St. In the Pew Rally at St. Mark's Church on Sunday last Mrs. Cora Scott led with Mrs. Walter Revels a close second. The following ladies also took part and aided materially in the sum raised Mmes R. H. Bovlor, J. Like, A. F. Latham, M. Brown and C. F. Cephas. Mrs. Janie Edwards is confined to her home the result of a painful accident. She is under the care of Dr. T. A. Roger "Is Government Ownership of Railways the Best for the Country" was the question before the Forward Movement Literary Society on Friday last. Mr. James Burke argued in the affirmative and Mr. S. J. Commack in the negative after which the question was disfussed by others present. Misses Lottie Jackson and Alna Commack rendered solos. Word has been received here of the promotion of Mr. John A. Hall to a Lieutenancy in the 370th Regiment at Houston, Texas. This is a welcome surprise to all as it was thought by many that John had permitted his enthusiasm to run away with his better indement when he enlisted. Of course we are delighted. The Diecim Minstrel and Ball of Millers' Hall on Tuesday night was a bunch success. 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. Do you have trouble with your hair or scalp? If so write out what we'll send you a free sample of the best Hair Growth E. M. Monroe 775 S. St. Philips, The Greatest Clearance of Shoes We Ever Held ```markdown ``` 00, $6.00, to $9 and $2.45. $3. FOR MEN AND A good assortment of styles and colors including Values from $4.50, $6.00 while they last at 00, to $9 and $10 are being close out $2.45. $3.95, $4.95, $5 FOR MEN AND YOUNG MEN and assortment of the best makes of and colors including Munson Last Arm from $4.50, $6.00, to $9.00 and $10. they last at $2.45. $3.95, $4.95, $5.95. $6.45, $6.95 FOR MEN AND YOUNG MEN A good assortment of the best makes of various styles and colors including Munson Last Army Shoes. Values from $4.50, $6.00, to $9.00 and $10.00; sold while they last at $3.25, $5.45 and $7.45 10 per cent off on all Men's' Misses' Children's and Boys' Shoes RIPP'S SHOE SHOP 224 STATE STREET 224 STATE STREET 10 per cent off on all Men's' Misses' Children's and Boys' Shoes RIPP'S SHOE SHOP 10 per cent off on all Men's' Misses' Children's and Boys' Shoes Cohn S Gen L. Store BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH, BELOIT, WIS. Order of Service. Sunday School—10:00 A. M. Preaching—11:00 A. M. Allen C. E.—7:00 P. M. Evening Service—8:00 P. M. Prayer meeting Wednesday of each week. Rev. James S. A. Mitcham, Pastor. Visitors are cordially invited to att tend these services. THE WOMAN WHO WAS THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMAN TO BE A MARRIED WOMAN Official uniform of the Food Conservation section of Food Administration. Pattern may be obtained by mailing ten cents to Food Administration. Washington. D. C. St. Benedict Settlemen 823 Winnebago Street Milwaukee, Wis. Home for Colored Working Girls and Women Strang- ers in the City. Either Catholic or Protestants All Are Welcome Either with or without means MRS. L. DUNCAN 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., Laura Duncan, Winnebago St., Our many thousand regular customers affirm that whatever is pnchased at RIPP'S SHOE SHOP can be depended upon for quality and reliability, however low the price. Do not fail to attend our GREATEST OF ALL JANUARY SHOE CLEARANCE SALES. FOR THE LADIES AND MISSES 300 Pairs Shoes latest styles, all sizes and colors, Pumps, Walking Shoes, Novelty Boots, ranging in value from $10 are being close out in this special sale at All Men's' Misses' Boys' Shoes DE SHOP 224 STATE STREET Grand The Norma T "THE SECRET ST No Show and Theatre SU MO Norma Talmadge in THE SECRET OF THE STORM COUN No Show Tuesday TUESDAY D SDAY "Idle Wive AN WANT No Show Tuesday WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY "Id MAN W Must Have From $1000 to $10,000 Not A Spec A Solid Industry Creates And Grows A Speculation, Solid Industrial Op By Created By A Growing Dem Not A Speculation, But A Solid Industrial Opportunity Created By A New And Growing Demand Securities T 910 South Mid CHICA urities Trust Com 910 South Michigan Boulevard CHICAGO, ILL. --- ma Talmadge in CRET OF THE STORM COUNTRY" Show Tuesday "Idle Wives" WANTED We can show ANY MAN how to invest from $1000 to $10,000 in a legitimate, solid, substantial manufacturing business which can show earnings of from 70% to 100% on capital invested. We can show ANY MAN that this NEW industry has a much larger demand than present production. We can show that output can be sold on contract as fast as produced. We can show that railroads are doing all in their power to see this business develop. In PEAGE OR WAR the demand for this product will for many years be greater than production. Don't be scared by HIGH PROFITS. This is Speculation, But Industrial Oppor- created By A New rowing Demand There is no question as to the substantial merit of this production. There are no "ifs", "ands" or "buts" about it. It is as sure as 2 and 2 making 4. The right man can get in NOW and get the cream. If we can satisfy you as to these points can you invest from $1000 to $10,000? If not, don't write. If you can, write AT ONCE. es Trust Company South Michigan Boulevard CHICAGO, ILL. 1 SUNDAY AND MONDAY 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. A. G. METZINGER, Prop. 421 State Street TelePhone 2905 MILK ICE CREAM Zilisch P PHONE 979 Bank of A. W. Commercial Suits and U the Milisch Pure Milk Co. E 979 629 W. WASHINGTON Bank of Wisconsin A. W. KNIGHT Commercial Tailoring Exchange Suits and Uniforms made up of the best materials Zilisch Pure Milk Co. PHONE 979 629 W. WASHINGTON AVE. 110 1-2 S. Church St. Phone Forest 423 J. M. ROBINSON UNDERTAKEN SCIENTIFIC CASKETS AN 10-12 Dups If you are away from home and need the service ship bodies J. M. Ship bodies in plain, robes, etc. Mrs. Ann ORIGINATOR OF THE Switches and Braids mation, Shampooing Hair Grower; Pet PERTAKER and EMBALMNG SCIENTIFIC EMBALMNG CASKETS AND ROBES FOR SALE 10-12 Dupont St., Atlanta. Ga. are away from home — north, south, east or and need the services of and undertaker, ju- ship body aud telegraph J. M. ROBINSON bodies in plain, cheap coffins, and buy ca- robes, etc., at destination. Mrs. Anna B. Perkin NATOR OF THE "PERT HAIR SYNC witches and Braids made to order, Transf ation, Shampooing. Pert Hair Pomade, Po- air Grower; Pert Temple Oil, Straighti and Dying. SCIENTIFIC EMBALMNG CASKETS AND ROBES FOR SALE 10-12 Dupont St.. Atlanta. Ga. If you are away from home north, south, east or west and need the services of and undertaker, just ship body aud telegraph 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. Madame Anna B. Perkins 31st Street Phone Dougl CHICAGO, ILL. Madame Anna B. Perkins 455 E. 31st Street Phone Douglas 8560 CHICAGO, ILL. W. E. WILLIAMS Licensed Embalmer Funeral Director Williams U Telephone 4229 Williams Undertaking Parlors ne 4229 308 E. Wilson St. Williams Undertaking Parlors Telephone 4229 308 E. Wilson St. Madison CREAM e Milk Co. WASHINGTON AVE. isconsin NIGHT Spring Exchange is made up of materials ROCKFORD, ILL. d EMBALMER EMBALMNG BES FOR SALE Atlanta. Ga. north, south, east or west and undertaker, just telegraph INSON offins, and buy caskets, dination. B. Perkins "ERT HAIR SYSTEM" e to order, Transfer- t Hair Pomade, Pert tle Oil, Straighting ing. B. Perkins Phone Douglas 8560 ILL. MRS. W. E. WILLIAMS Assistant Embalmer. king Parlors 808 E. Wilson St. Madison Quality