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THE WISCONSIN Official Organ of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth. A NATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPINION AND CIRCULATION FEAST OF FUN BY COLORED TROOPS TUESDAY EVENING VARYING AND INTERESTINC ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE BENEFIT FOR THE PUBLIC WELFARE ASS'N HUNDERED MEN IN CAST LRIG. GENERAL MALVERN H. BARNUM, COMMANDING 183rd BRIGADE, CAPT. J. G. HOLLINGSWORTH AND LIEUT. FRANK DYER, LEADING SPIRITS. HIGHLY COMMENDED. BANQUET TENDESED THE PERFOTMERS CITIZENS OF ROCKFORD WELL PLEASED, AND THE BOYS PRAISED SPECIAL ISSUE The "Wisconsin Weekly Blade" will run a Special Chicago All-Fraternal Issue, February 28th. Every Fraternal Order is invited to participate in it. Order your copy now, and see who will rule the Windy city lodges the ensuing year J. ANTHONEY JOSEY, Editor and Mgr. VOL. II After a restful night, the men of General Barnum's 183rd Brigade arise at the first notes of (a) Revelie, (b) March, (c) Assembly, by the Brigade Hugle Corps, under Sergeant Phillips. Their first thought is of their beloved America. "A-M-E-R-I-C-A — Means I love You" is sung by Corporal Dyson and Chorus, "Uncle Sammy's Calling You" by Sergeant Peyton and Chorus Drill Call sounds for Captain Hollins-worth's Rifle Drill, (a) Silent Manual, (b) Physical Drill with Arms (c) Setting Up Exercise; Recall Sounds. Scene 2. The Brigade Octette — Harmony Kings; Sergents Popton, Prutite Corporals Dyson, Smith; Privates Harris, Washington, Collins. Scene 3. Adjustant's Call for Lieutenant Kimbrough's Crack Bayonet Platoon and Lieutenant Edwards' Machine Gun Squad. Scene 4. Assembly. The Brigade Falls In "Somewhere in France is the Lily" Pvt. Slaughter and Chorus; "The Ragtime Volunteers are Off to War", Pvt Bailey and Chorus; Retreat; "Worl Soldiers' Heads were Hollow" (Original Poem), Srgt. Sloan. Act II. Scene 1. Secretary Snyder opens the Y. M. C. A. to the Brigade; the "Pivot" Jazz Band; Sgt. E.T. Blevins—Violin, leader; Pvt. Carroll Dickerson—Violin Solist; Pvt. Joe Taylor—Hanjo and Bass Fiddle, Cpl. Charles Maxey—Cornetist, Sgt. Eddie Jackson—Eccentric Drummer, Pvt. Jasper Taylor—Jazz Artist, Cpl. Paul V. Robinson—Piano, Leader ELETE SOCIAL CHARITY CLUB HOLDS DEBATE Chicago, Ill., Feb. 7. — The Elete Social Charity Club, Miss Violet Anderson, president, met in the club parlors Wednesday evening and after a regular routine of business, the president. Miss Violet Anderson, announced a debate on "Resolved that fire is more dangerous than water". Miss Lucretia Ash who ably presented the negative was awarded a prize over her opponent. The club is an auxiliary of the Phyllis Wheatly Home and is doing effective work. Miss Ash will write the notes from the club for the Blade. Scene 2. Private Jenkins and Sergeant Rozier in "The Soldier and the Minstrel Man". Lieutenant Alberga's Physical Marvels in Wrestling Bout, Pvt. Orr vs. Pvt. Johnson, Catchweights; Two round Boxing Bout, Pvt. Canada, 128, vs. Pvt. Haywood, 128. Scene 4. Roberts and Wilson in Terpsichorian Evolutions. Scene 5 The 183rd Glee Club, harmonizes: (a) Joan of Arc, Pvt. Morton Smith and Club; (b) I'm Round for Some Port Somewhere in France, Sgt. and Club; (c) Pack Up Your Troubles, Pvt. Douglass and Club; (d) Over There, Cpl. Dyson and Club; (e) Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Pvt. Morton Smith and Club; (f) Steal Away to Jesus, Srgt. Prutite and Club; (g) (g) There's A Long, Long Trail, Pvt. Bailey and Club; (g) Good Bye, Broadway, Hello, France, Cpl. Banks and Club. Poem, "The One Hundred and Eighty-third Brigade", composed by Sgt. Ragland, Comp. D, 365th Inf. read by Sgt. Sloan, Comp. M, 365th Inf. — Taps. "The Star Spangled Banner", Audience to join Chorus. 1st Lieut. F. L. Drye, Manager and Director; 1st Lieut. W. H. Smith, Ass. Director; Capt. J. G. Hollinsworth, Drills; 1st Lieut. J. L. Kimbrough, Bayonet; 2nd Lieut. L. Edwards, Machine Gun; 1st Lieut. A. P. Alberga, Physical Features; 1st Lieut. C. C. Dawson, Stage and Decorations; 1st Lieut. C. H. Payne, Features; 1st Lieut. H. W. Black, Secretary; 2nd Lieut. Griffith, Business Manager; Mr. Edward L. Snyder, Secretary; Y. M. c. A. 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 COURT OF THE UNION MADISON, WIS., THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 1918 A. ATTY. OLIVER A. CLARK Chicago. Ill. Who will address The Lincoln Memorial Society and citizen of Madison on Lincoln's birthday Feb. 12th, G. A. R. rooms State Capitol, 8 p. m. Subject, "The Negro and Democracy." Mr. Clark is a member of local Masonic and Odd Fellow Lodges and a former student of the U of W. A large and appreciative audience should greet him. AN UP TO DATE NUPTIAL 1st. Lieut. Leon Stewart, 365 Inf Miss Dorthory Vivian Horton St. Louis, Mo. Marry in Chicago Lieut. Stewart and Miss Dorothy V. Horton, were united in the holy bonds of Wedlock in Chicago, Ill. Miss Horton is one of St. Louis's charming young ladies, daughter of Mme Evelyn Horton, the famous and reliable Hair Culturist. Her sweet and lovely disposition has made for her many warm and lasting friends. Lieut. Stewart is a gallant and dashing officer of 365 Inf., having seen services in Mexico, Phil. Islands and Havana Cuba. Many out of town guests were present to shower congratulations upon the contracting parties. Mr. Joseph Parker fell on an injury pavement and was painfully bruised, he also sustained a lame back. At this writing he is rapidly improving. Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Fowler and Master Wm. Montgomery, were Oshkosh visitors last week. The guests of Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Clendon. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Mitchell entertained a few of their friends with a whist party and get-to-gether-meeting Tuesday of last week. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Hart of Neenah, Wis., were guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smith, Feb. 5. Mr. Hart was also visitor to our lodge meeting in the evening and was welcomed by all the Brethren. Call again. Mr. Hart. Messrs. Winneferd Ray and Harold Moon were pleasant callers at Fond du Lac this week, and of course they did not call on any males. Messrs. J. W. Wright and Ervin Mathews were in Oshkosh Tuesday evening to attend the lodge meeting of the G. U. O. of O. F. Oweing to the severe cold weather and the illness of his assistant, Mr. Eli Rice has been on the go night and day looking after the many furnaces that he has charge of, and the Ground Hog saw his shadow Feb. 2. It's too bad, Mr. Rice. Mr. Wm. Johnson is quite busy these days, and he says that in the future he will use the night for sleeping only. Mr. Johnson is head porter in the leading hotel here. Mr. E. D. McClendon is confined to his home with La Grippe. We hope to see him out again soon. Get best values in men and Boys Shoes, of H. F. Tiedeman, 518 E. Wilson St. OSHKOSH NEWS Blade News Service Direct truth overwhelms harm for fabrications. The right pursuit of your purpose removes all oppositions. Adherence to the straight path of duty will achieve your desire. The "I will" power will help you to rise out of the smothering dust. The Blade is a beacon light for you to gain knowledge, as to the welfare of your race. A little effort, a little determination to assist us in bringing the people to realize the fact that in combination of our various enterprises, backed by the brains and talent of our young men and women: will do more good for the equal right and desire, than all the treatise we can get together in printed form. We learn that the C. M. E. CZurch, Rev. Winters, Pastor, are rusting their new building as fast as the weather will permit. Mrs. Minnie Simms, 153 W. 35 St. is on the sick list. Pro. Young, 5328 Dearborn Street, is still confined to his bed. Y. paid us a short visit. rs. Lula Gray, of Atlanta. Ga. is visiting friends in this cit. r. P. Henderson of Buffalo, N. Y. pai dus a short visit. Mr. Robert Nickens, 3200 Federal Street, is in Erie, Pa., working for the Government. Aereoptican Lectures on the birth and progress of a race is announced for Tuesday evening, by Miss Katherine Johnson, at the Olivet Baptist Church. Mrs. Jno. Yateman, 5201 Federal Street, is on the sick list. Look for the Chicago Fraternal Issue, Feb. 28. See who will rule the Windy City lodges the ensuing year. Every order in Chicago is expected to participate in this unique edition. The Blade representative was guest at dinner at the separate homes of Mrs. Jessie Bonds, 3558 Forest; Mr. and Mrs. John Kinner, 5257 Wabash; Mr. and Mrs. Parker Allen, 5407 Dearborn Street, while in Chicago. She was the house guest of Mrs. Davis, 5326 S. Dearborn Street, and Miss Violet Anderson in the home of Mme. Bertha L. Hensely, 3518 Vernon, and spent a very pleasant visit with Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Stewart, 5350 Wabash. Mrs. White, mother of J. A. Harris, 5720 La Fayette, is suffering with nueritis. She would like to hear from her son Ed. Harris, formerly of Milwaukee. D. C. Childress, 5310 Wabash, is ill at his home. Dr. Thomas is attending him. The Blade representative visited the Overton Higienic Co., 5200 Wabash, an official business and was escorted through the plant and various departments, by the son of Mr. Overton, the proprietor. Officer L. South, 5119 Wabash Ave., is extremely courteous to strangers, especially those from "Down Home". When he sees them looking strangely around he directs them to their destinations and gives every necessary attention to those who cross his beat on the "strole". He paid his subscription to the Blade. Mrs. Mary Morton, mother, Mrs. Carrie Powell, formerly of Madison, is ill with La Grippe at her home, 5045 Federal. Chas. Jackson, 5401 Dearborn St., has been ill. Mrs. Geo. H. Saunders, 5413 Wabash Ave., sister of the late Mrs. Abram Lewis, has been operated upon at Provident Hospital. We offer congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Hayes on their marriage this week. Mrs. Hayes is Captain in the National Reserves of Illinois Rev. Moses Jackson, 3534 Wabash Ave., Pastor of Grace Press hyterian Church, is still ill. WEEKLY BLADE :: CHICAGO, II., NEWS. We will be pleased to have the presiding officers of each lodge and H. II, join us in the effort for a directory in the Blade. As soon as the weather gets better, look out for us, as the Blade must go over the top this year. Subscribe and Advertise. — I. T. Burrell, Repr., 312.8 Dearborn. Arth. Perkins, Corr., 355 E. 31. Phone Dougl. 4669. WHITEHALL, KY., NEWS. (Blade News Service.) Mrs. Malinda Fauler is on the sick list. Members of the Epworth League regret to loose their popular Vice-President and Secretary, Misses Effie and Mary Taylor, as their father will take residence in Ft. Estill, Ky., the 1st of February. Mr. Allie Munday returned to Valley View, having spent several weeks in the home of Mrs. Shirley Taylor. Mr. LaFayette Moran is on the sick list. Mrs. Celia Chenault is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Wm. Carr. Miss Mary Carr is the guest of her sister, Mrs. M. L. Carr. Misses Mary K. and Sallie Arthur have returned! home after taking the examination for Gramma School Students at Richmond. Mrs. Leroy Taylor entertained at dinner Sunday the following: Mr. and Mrs. Shirley Taylor, Mrs. Suddie Kinner and Master Barnie Munday. MILTON N. G (Blade News Service) Mr. Penn Freeman who has been for some time in New York City, returned home. His relatives and many friends welcome him. Mr. L. Dodson and Miss L. M. Graves were united in marriage Wednesday evening. They are residing at the home of Mr. Dodson's father. Miss Annie Bell Coleman celebrated her fourteenth birthday, Jan. 28th. Many young people were present. The table was beautifully decorated with evergreen, flowers and lighted candles. There were many good things to eat. Dancing was the chief feature of the evening. Piano and string music were furnished. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Chambers and left a healthy little son. Prof. Hariston editor of The Headlight, spent the week end at Milton. He worshipped at the A.M. E. Church. He gave a very timely talk. Miss Annie Glenn spent the past week in R. F. D. Milton on the plantation of her cousin H. H. Forster. Mr. Forster is a retired farmer. In this section of the country more than 25 negro farmers live on joining plantations. They own land amounting to 1969 acres and homes ranging from four to eight rooms. Miss Glenn reports a most delightful week. Mr. Amc Scott of R. F. D. Milton spent the Sabbath in the city visiting friends. The Improvement League of Masons Chapel met Friday, P. M. The people are planning to enlarge the school. Mr. Lipscomb has done excellent work. The people are very much enthused, those who were present promised to give $5. With the help of the patrons $73.00 has been raised. Mr. G. B. Foster spent the week end in Milton. Messers W. H. Foster, H. J. Foster, A. D. Hamlett and J. A. Jones are spending the winter in Baltimore, Md. Mr. C. J. Donoho, Jr. left Saturday A. M. for Travlea, W. Va. 7,000 Members. NO.34 MILWAUKEE, WIS. Rev. W. S. Ferguson is out again after a weeks illness, and conducted services as usual. Sunday School was par excellent at 10 a. m. every Sunday. The afternoon Sermo past 3 p. m. is said to me a master piece. The church is growing rapidly. All welcome. Lincoln Memorial Exercises, to be held at the C. M. E. Church on Feb. 12 promise to be a Literary treat, as some of the best talent of the city of both races have numbers on the program. On Monday, Rev. and Mrs. Ferguson, were the guest of Mrs. Potter at Dinner, they report a delightful time. She is a charming Hostess. The C. M. E. Church is at 501 Galena St. Corner 5th St. The Booker T. Washington Social and Industrial Center Among the 35 residents at the Center home, are six couples, light-housekeeping. Miss Sarah Woods is conducting a special and gymnastic club for young ladies, each Tuesday evening at the center. A class in military drilling was organized last Tuesday evening by J. Walter Minor, Jr. formerly of Tuskegee Institute. Rev. J. S. Woods, warden, is busily engaged making preliminary arrangements for a grand educational and industrial assembly, covering about 10 days. It will be held sometime in August; an effort will be to secure the mutual co-operation of all the churches, clubs and fraternities in the state and northern Illinois. It will be held in a large tabernacle, and some of the best preachers, singers and music An unusual opportunity is offered to the right party, who may desire to enter upon poultry, vegetable and fruit farming within in the suburb limits of Milwaukee Wis, and also in the walking distance of a good city in Michigan. The land can be purchased or rented in a co-operative way to suit the party. For further information, address: J. S. Woods, 318 Cherry St., Milwaukee, Wis. When you come to Milwaukee either for pleasure or seeking honorable employment, call at the Center home 318 Cherry St., the warden and genial secretary will be pleased to extend courtesy and help. BAPTIST WOMEN HOLD CON- GRESS (Blade News Service) Chicago, Ill. Feb. 7-The Chicago and Vicinity Baptist Women't Congress held its regular monthly meeting at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, and among other interesting features were the inspiring reports of the various departments and circles. The extremely efficient presidnet Mrs. Eva C. Hooper presided and displayed her marvelous ability and masterful influence in controlling the organization and keeping the women intact. Among the speakers introduced were Mrs. C. M. DeBaptiste Ashburn, president, National Baptist Women's Assn; Mrs. Adah M. Waters, Supt. Amanda Smith School, Harvey, Ill. and the Blade representative. The Baptist women of Chicago and vacinity thru their missionery circles and their various departments, are doing a wonderful work. The Congress contributed the price of one ton of coal to the Amanda Smith Home. Mrs. F. Blunt McCray 2314 W. Walnut St., City Missionery will represent the Blade. Pay 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 2 March 3, 1879 J. ANTHONY JOSEZ, Editor and Manager. CEO. H. DE REEF. Contributing Editor. MILWAUKEE BRANCH H. B. Kinne Staff Correspondents. A. W. KNIGHT, L. J. OUSLER. 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. NOTICE. The D. G. L. is not responsible for any financial obligation of The Blade. THE ORIGINAL PICKETS VISIT MADISON Up-to-date Performers The Original Pickets, known on the vaudeville road for forty-two years as the world's Greatest Black and White Face Character Imitators and Negro Minstrel Entertainers, spent the week end in Madison while enroute to Indianapolis, Ind., via Chicago. "Uncle Drive," and "Alice" as they are known, are artistic genius in their profession, producing clean, refined, moral comedian and classic acts with special scenery and gorgeous costumes. Their performances include fourteen light changes from black to white face comedy sketches; singing; clog, buck and wing, wooden shoe and feature dancing; banjo stunts and linquist features. The only black man who ever made a success of a white-faced character. After their indefinite stay in Indianapolis they will tour points in Kentucky. CHICAGO FEDERATION PRESIDENTS' CONFERENCE MEETS (Blade News Service) Chicago, Ill., Feb. 7. — The Presidents' Conference of the Chicago City Federation held its seventh session at Phyllis Whealey Parlors. And among important things, decided to become an unit of the Re! Cross. The president Mrs. M. Walton, 5410 S. Dearborn St., presided at the meeting notwithstanding her husband is very ill at the hospital. The Civic Department of the Chicago Federation, Miss Irene Coins, chairman, will give a Patriotic Tea at Appomattox Club, Feb. 22, from 2 to 4 P. M. As this department has charge of the Presidents' Conference Red Cross Shop, the receipts of the Tea will be devoted to that work. Mrs. Ida B. Wells Barnett lectured on "Legislation" at St Mark M. E. Church Sunday, under the auspices of the Educational Department of the Presidents' Conference, Mrs. Webster 6544 Eberhardt, chairman. Prof J. A. Munday directed a chorus Through this department news items from the Federation will appear in the Wisconsin Weekly Blade in the future. The Social Workers' Department. Mrs. Crawley, chairman, will hold a $5-Rally in the Phyllis Wheatly Parlors, Feb. 18, in an effort to raise $100 for their work. The committee meets at the parlors every second Monday. BUY A CAMERA. HAVE YOUR WORK DONE BY THE PHOTO ART HOUSE, 212 STATE ST. Valyda and Brizilian Nuts In Madison Valyda and the Brizilian Nuts appeared at the Orpheum the last half as headliners on an exceptionally good bill. The team presented original musical and dancing features to the satisfaction of repeated large appreciative audiences. The re-arrangement and interpretation of "Swanee River" "Mocking Bird" and "Back to Mother's Knee" featured by Buster McDonald, tenor; Prof. Norma Thomas at the piano and Mme Valyda respectively, were met by continuous rounds of applause. The Madame has a most wonderful contralto voice ranging almost from a baritone to a high mezzo soprano, which she controls with easy deliberation. They are playing big time in Chicago this week. They subscribed for the Blade before leaving the city. CAMP GRANT The newly organized Wrestling Class, which meets every Saturday afternoon, had a very good beginning. Lieut. G. M. Lewis, has charge of the Class, and was well pleased with the Candidates present. D. B. Orr. Co. B. 365 M. G. B. and E. R. Lumpkin, M. G. B. 365 Inf. Co. B. both showed ability. W. Hayes, will be out soon as a tight rope walker. Interest is growing in the Basket Ball Tournament, which is to be staged this month. The All Star Team will give the one, all the men good and have had experience with past teams. The Team will be built around such Stars as Sexton and White of the Supply Co. and Carson. Co. D., Sd. Bluett of Co. C. 350 M. G. B. These men were on the 183rd Bri $200.00 R I hereby offer $200 the apprehension the murderers, of Grant Dosch, who on the morning of February, 1918, in son, Wisconsin. HENRY R 0.00 REWAR hereby offer $200.00 reward the apprehension and conviction the murderers, or any of them, grant Dosch, who was shot to de- the morning of the 4th day february, 1918, in the city of Ma- n, Wisconsin. NRY R. 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Rayner PHONE: CALUMET 6164 Out of town shipments The Oldest Trust Company in the State of Wisconsin The SavingsLoan&Trust Company The Loan&Trust Phone Bell 510 Elm ROCKFORD Ladies' Cafe in 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 E. B. Steensland, Pres. and Treas W. A. P. Morris, Vice-Pres. J. G. O. Zehnter, Vice-Pres. E. F. Riley, Sec'y and Trust Officer I. M. Kittleson, Assistant Sec'y. W. D. Curtis Stanlord P. Starks A. E. Proudfit A. F. Menges S. T. Swansen Herman Pfund --- because the Electric Iron vo. Your iron is always no waiting, no waste of of injuring fine clothes. clothes and gives you r things. u should see what the will do. We do not urge word for it. Try it, if ome. A phone call will decide if you wish to s & Electric pany Main Street on Undertaking Co. AND NIGHT Prices, CourteousTreatment in Connection Foods Autos for Hire DIRECTORS Mersey, David A. McGowan, E. Rayner Out of town shipments HOTEL DOUGLAS Phone Belle 3383 510 Elm St. ROCKFORD ILLINOIS Ladies' Cafe in Connection First Class Place to Eat BLADE ON SALE J. H. THURSTON, Prop. 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 --- LOCALS Mrs. C. Wolford was ill last week. Miss Sylvia Alexander was in- disposed Sunday, Mrs. Grimes m@hcr of Mrs. J. W. Brown is better. Victor ©. Turner plans td leave for warmer climate next month. Get best values in men and Boys Shoes, of H. F. Tiedeman, 518 E. Wilson St. Rev. Z P. Smith delivered an able discourse on ** Vanity’? Sun- day night, The Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday Sehool was well attended Sunday. Two visitors were present. Mrs. J. S. Mosely has received word that her mother and sister are planning to visit her. Mrs. Hattie Minis, 414 State St. took a special business trip to Milwaukee and St, Paul. Capt. Amos Stewart, is now at the Madison Club, connected with the Culinary department, Mrs. Robert Ball entertained Saturday evening in honor of A. Roberts of Camp Grant. Miss Znobia Jackson contracted, a severe cold at the sleigh party last week. Mrs. M. G. Williams, 815 Re- gent St. is planning to break up housekeeping this week, The storek visited Mr. and Mrs, Ifubert Clinton, 715 Mound St. and left a bouncing girl. Papa is all smiles. Get best values in men and Boys Shoes, of IH. F. Tiedeman, 518 E. Wilson St. Mrs. Geo. Buckner, 715 Mil- ton Street was the recipient of a box of towels and pillow slips from her daughter Gladys, | The Elite Dancing Class have an informal opening at MacCa-| bees Hall, St. Valentine’s Day, Feb, 14 at 8 p.m. The services at St. Mark A. M. E, Church were extremely inter. esting all day Sunday. The pas- tor Rey. L. J. Phillips occupied the pulpit. Peter, Washington started to Chieago, Hl, CSunday to marry | Miss Katie Seott but became ill at the Depot and was taken to the General Hospital. He is bet- ter. Mrs. Daisy Gentry contracted a severe cold which terminated into nueralgia. She is better now. Mr. Gentry received word that his little nephew Spurgen White was burried Saturday at Chicago. Wm. Carmicheal, Archer Webb, Wheeler Wilkerson were home Sunday from Camp Grant. The hoys promised to subscribe for the Blade, They expect to be home again in about two weeks. Get best values in men and Boys Shoes, of Hl. F. Tiedeman, 518 E. Wilson St. Mrs. Belle Palmer, Chicago, sister to Mrs, Stella Thomas, 516 Milton St. is remaining in the city, pending the outcome of her nephew's operation. Roy was operated upo nlast Monday at the General hospital for apendicitis, All patriotic citizens will at- tend the Lincoln's Birthday Cele. bration, Tuesday Night, Feb. 12 at G. A. R. Rooms, State Capitol. Atty. Oliver A. Clark, Chicago, will deliver the address. Sppcial program and banquet to the gen- eral public has been arranged un- der the auspices of the Lincoln Ciwntal Gnatety - T. E. HINES ILL T. E. Hines, 312 N. Henry St. well known Odd Fellow, Mason and Sr. Deacon of Mt, Zion Bap- tist church has been confined to his bed suffering with lumbago. For the past two weeks he has been treating with Dr. Sheldon but has only been slightly re- lieved as the ailment is apparent- ly chronic, The officers and memb- ers of the various organizations to which Mr. T. E. Hines belongs, join the Blade in a desire to see him speedily recover. FOR RENT 1 House 3 Rooms, Ist class basement, Ist class condition, 709 Regent St. ae | | | | cate al ie al eo yy i l 1 | 3 || SZ) Se, Al fe ay @ Hl SN oD & i, » | Bie A He M Der oF Mm EEE Mn i | NESS 2N Ss \t \| vet a = Ss 23 OLD CLOTHES ae made to look new =F Cleaning, Pressing, Repairing LADIES’ WORK A SPECIALTY FULL LINE OF SPRING SAMPLES HATZL, The Tailor 129 STATE ST. e ® Special Values s ee in Shirts We have laid out on tables a number of soft and stiff cuff shirts of fancy madras and Japanese crepes. $1.50 values, special . . . 95c $2.00 values, special . . . $1.20 And aemember the three special lots of men’s and young men's SUITS and OVERCOATS. $12.50, $15.75, $18.75 Mid-Winter Special Soiree Wednesday, Feb. 27, 1918 G. A. R. HALL Enterprise Lodge No. 9109 LET US LOCATE YOU! BLADE Real Estate And Renting Agency EASY TERMS Telephone 3369 319 N. Henry St. J. ANTHNEY JOSEY, Manager YOU HAVE NOT READ THE BLADE UNTIL YOU. HAVE READ THE WONDERFUL BAR- GAINS IN OUR ADS. 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. PAY erry I rood f = LT | | I> buy i€ with thought | 2«cook it with care | 3<Serve just enough | 4-Save what will keep | §~eat what would spoil | G-home-grown is best dont waste [t- ADVERTISE in the BLADE Iv’ll pay you! iS S77 é CASES! 4 fee TRUNKS le ‘| TRAVELING | jill | BAGS 4 and all kinds of is Leather Goods i Largest Stock in State | j | __ Chas. Wehrmann & Son | i 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 AREright. Bring in somelof your pictures to frame. You will be pleased. The Photoart House Wm. J. Meuer, Pres. | 212 State Street Oliver A. Clark W.A.H.Parker Clark & Parker Attorneys at Law 10 East 35th Street CHICAGO * MADISON, WISCONSIN No. 144 United States Depository Capital Surplus and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORR A. E. Proudfit President F. G. Brown, Vice-President M.E. Fuller Vice-President F. W. Hoyt E. B. Steensland H. L. Moseley Jas. B, Ramsay * M. C. Clark, Cashier M. H. Sater, Assistant Cashier 1H STAR HAIR GROWER ("ae A 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. Can be used with or without straightening irons. ' Sells for 25¢ a box—one 25¢ box proves its value. Any person that will use a 25¢ box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair, just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER ja 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 F THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr. Northern Branch, 118 Clark St., Evanston Ill, ———— oe Branch, P. 0. Box 812, Greensboro, Persons in the South can get their goods three days earlier by writing THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mir, Pp. 6. Box 812, Greensboro, N.C. Are your DOLLARS workers or loafers? If they are not-invested they will not bring any more returns thangrain 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 ear 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, ete. Lf. you are contemplating an investment write to us, we gan 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 de+ ferred payments, Let us tell you about our plan, Two Unusual Opportunities We have TWO especially attractive propositions that offer un- usual 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 206 East Main Street Lowest Prices on All Kinds of TRAVELING GOODS, TRUNKS, | SATCHELS AND VALISES | 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. Washing. ton Social and Industrial Center, 318 Cherry St., Milwaukee, Wis., BEST OF BARGAINS IN MEN AND BOYS’ SHOES AT TIEDMAN’S. 516 E, WILSON ST Keep Your Voice Clear USE LEWIS’ VEGETABLE THROAT GARGLE 25 Cents Lewis’ Drug Store Gilman and State Sts. DOINGS OF THE 350th MA CHINE GUN BATALLION, CAMP GRANT, ROCK- FORD, ILL. It is gratifying to all concerned to note the interest the men are taking in the various activities of the Y. M. C. A. This is as it should be. Quartets have been organized in all the companies. At least three of these compete each week for honors. At the close of the series, a grand singing contest will be conducted by the Brigade. The prize will be a silk flag. Major George M. Lee is back at his desk after a short leave of absence. Major Lee has the keenest interest in every man in his command. On account of the severity of the weather, the target practice was dispensed with last week. The boys are anxious to finish their course so that they may wear the badges they win. Company "A" leads the Battalion in the writing of War Risk Insurance, having written to date, $460,500. This amount is more than half the amount taken by the entire Battalion. The Battalion candidates in the Officers' Reserve Training Camp were seen circulating among their former comrades last Saturday after a two weeks quarantine on account of measles. The following promotions are announced: Headquarters' Detachment — Pvt. Frederick D Coffey to Sergeant; Company A — Corporal Celestan Morris to Sergeant; Private Mark French and Jim Bowden to Corporal; Company B — Privates Julian J. Adams and Caleb Green to Corporal; Company C — Private H. H. Carr to Sergeant. Six privates have been transferred to the Medical Detachment. Per orders, Headquarters, Camp Grant, Illinois, Private Carrol K. Dickerson will be sent to Indianapolis, Ind., to assist in a Lincoln's Birthday Program at Allen A. M. E. Church. On being asked his organization, Private McMiller of Company C, replied "BAPTIST". CAPT. JAMES O. HOLLINGS WORTH. Was born and reared in So. Atlanta, Ga., attended Tuskegee Inst., spent 14 years in 25th Inf., seen service in Porto Rico, Honolulu, Manila. He was at the Officers' Training-Camp at Fort Des Moines, Iowa, as sergeant, Co. L., 25th Inf. Oct. 15, 1917, he was commissioned Captain of Co. D, 365th Inf.; a strict Army discipline and enjoys the confidence and respect of his officers and privates. FIRST LIEUT. J. J. GLEEDON 365th Juf This young officer is from the State of Arkansas. Born in Mavria, Lee Co. He was an Instructor at A. B. College, Little Rock. For a number of years was principal of Tollette High School. He enjoys the full confidence of all with whom he has dealings. The Blade will publish the cut and full write-up of the progressive officer. FIRST LIEUT. G. B. LOVE. 365th Inf. The good people of North Carolina should feel proud of the record Lieut. G. B. Love is making in serving Uncle Sam. Before entering Des Moines Officers Training Camp. Lieut. Love was registrar of the former A. & M. now N. T. College. Lieut. A. P. BENTLEY. Tennessee's financier and banker, is in charge of 365th Regimental Exchange. He is proving himself fully equal to the occasion as he is a postmaster and an acountant. The Blade joins the good people of Memphis in extending congratulations. fpl 9693 LIEUT CHAS H LOVE This young man is very popular with the men at Camp Grant. He is working hard and overtime to help make a showing for the race in the Military world. LIEUT. JNO. M. MOORE Co G. 366th Inf. Before entering the Des Moines Training Camp he was an instructor in Under Graduate Inst., Talledega College, Ala., and the Haven Inst., Miss. He is a valuable asset to his company. LIEUT. WALTER LOWE Co. A, 365th Inf. This gallant and dashing young officer is the product of St. Louis, Mo. and was a Theater Moving Picture manager. He was commissioned as 1st Lientenant Oct. 15, at Fort Des Moines, Iowa. FIRST LIEUT. B. MOOSLEY Is in charge of Supply Co., 365th Inf. Was one of the famous 8th Cavalry, Troup M, for more than 10 years. Served in Cuba, Mexico Borders, Northern and Southern, Luzon, P. I. Our Editor is indebted to Sergt. Ben, Bertha of Regemental Exchange for the many kindnesses shown him while visiting the Camp last week, also to Lieut, Boger, formerly of U. of W., Lt. R. C. Atkins and Rev. J. A. Walden. BELOIT, WIS. ( Blade News Service. ) With the temperature below the 20th mark, Beloiters shivered, but went steadily on in the routine of business and other activities. Rev. Higgins was here on Sunday and preached a strong sermon at the A. M. E. Church. Mrs. M. Hobson of Prospect St. was gladdened by a visit from a son from Miss. The hand of sickness rest upon Rev. J. S. A. Miteham, J. A. Jinks, Mr. Rosenburg and Mr. L. McCord. Mr. and Mrs. Steward are in Chicago for an indefinite stay. The bells rang loudly on Sunday Night about 9:30 to inform the Baptist Pastor that the Editor was passing through the Gate City. The sound was much appreciated. Rev. G. J. Fox attended the Laymans' and Ministers' Council which convened at Janesville, Wis., from the 4th to the 6th. His headquarters while there was at the Y. M. C. A. The trip was made possible by the wide-awake officers and members of Emanuel Baptist Church. The Little Pastor reported a large attendance of ministers, able speakers, and much good done. The Editor of the Blade is indebted to Hon. and Mrs. W. S. Williams, while in the Gate City. These loyal entertainers are welcome in Madison at any time. Hon. W. S. Williams is a thoro race man and always on the alert to help the race in its onward march. He is respected by the good people of Beloit, irrespective of color. Persistent effort and fair and impartial dealings count. 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 attend these services. Send in or telephone your news to company or if you intend to take a trip let your friends know it through the columns of our paper. 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. You will find the Blade for sale at Trotter & Hopkins, 222 E. Main St., and Hill's Grocery Co., 649 E. Dayton St. IF YOU FAIL TO GET THE BLADE REMEMBER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IS UNPAID. Big compensation. Write Employment dept. Wisconsin Weekly Blade, 319 N. Henry St. Fresh and up-to-date drugs at Lewis, State and Gilman St. ```markdown ``` 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 Either with or without means MRS. L. DUNCAN Milwaukee, Wis. St. Benedict Settlement is a home for colored working girls and women of good morals. Anyone found in- ducing them to an immoral place or play will be punished to the fullest extent of the law. 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. WOODSTOCK STANDARD SINGLE DRIFT to Business Prepared to deliver WOODSTOCK Typewriters promptly if ordered at Stock Typewriter Company has broken all spite of war conditions has increased its times in six months, in order to meet the demand for this popular machine. Business firms are thankful to the Woodstock the hour; a standard, 42 key Typewriter, best operators; something better at the time. A Friend Indeed. DATE—Order Now to be Sure Stock Typewriter Co. 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RESTAURANT When in Milwaukee visit the ELITE CAFE Meals at all hours Lunches 15-20c and up ROBERT WHITE, Prop. 267 Fourth St. 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. Monroe, 775 S. 20 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 ICE CREAM isch Pure Milk 1979 629 W. WASHINGTON bank of Wiscons A. W. KNIGHT comercial Tailoring Excl Zilisch Pure Milk Co. PHONE 979 629 W. WASHINGTON AVE. Suits and Uniforms made up of the best materials Church St. ROCKF forest 423 110 1-2 S. Church St. Phone Forest 423 J. M. ROBINSON UNDERTAKEN SCIENTIFIC CASKETS AND 10-12 Dups If you are away from here and need the service ship be RTAKER and EMBALMNG SCIENTIFIC EMBALMNG WASKETS AND ROBES FOR SALE 10-12 Dupont St.. Atlanta. Ga. away from home — north, south, east I need the services of and undertaker, ship body aud telegraph UNDERTAKER and EMBALMER 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 J. M. ROBINSON Ship bodies in plain robes, etc. Mrs. Ann ORIGINATOR OF T Switches and Braids mation, Shampoo Hair Grower; P OUT OF TOW Madame 455 E. 31st Street CH bodies in plain, cheap coffins, and buy robes, etc., at destination. Mrs. Anna B. Perkins VECTOR OF THE "PERT HAIR S ches 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 Doug 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 U Telephone 4229 Williams Undertaking Parlors 4229 308 E. Wilson St. Williams Undertaking Parlors Telephone 4229 308 E. Wilson St. Madison ROCKFORD, ILL. ED EMBALMER EMBALMNG BES FOR SALE Atlanta. Ga. north, south, east or west and undertaker, just telegraph B. Perkins "ERT HAIR SYSTEM" to order, Transform- t Hair Pomade, Pert tle Oil, Straighting ing. ERS SOLICITED B. Perkins Phone Douglas 8560 ILL. MRS. W. E. WILLIAMS Assistant Embalmer. King Parlors 308 E. Wilson St. Madison Quality