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THE WISCONSIN State Historical Libra State St. NT—Authorized and published by and in behalf personal campaign committee, Ernest N. Warner, for which $10.00 is to be paid. s Before Technicalities PAID ADVERTISEMENT—Authorized and published by and in behalf of C. H. Crownhart by his personal campaign committee, Ernest N. Warner, both of Madison, Wisconsin, for which $10.00 is to be paid. Human Rights Before Technicalities Human Rights Before Technicalities Mr. Crownhart is well endorsed by all classes especially farmers and laboring men. His work on the industrial Commission showed him to be a just judge, an able administrator, a student of social and industrial questions with ability to make application of his knowledge. His work met with the approbation of all classes. H. CROWNHART Partisan Candidate For THE SUPREME COURT N, APRIL 2, 1918 what the home folks think the best test of his merits CHARLES H. CROWNHART After all, what the home folks think of a man is the best test of his merits The Superior Telegram of March 12th had this to say of Mr. Crownhart: "Charles H. Crownhart, for more than twenty years a resident of Superior, is a candidate for the office of Justice of the Supreme Court of Wisconsin. "An intimate acquaintance with Mr. Crownhart cannot but convince one of his eminent fitness for the judgeship. He gets the point of view of the man on the farm, in the shop and in the mine. He knows their problems not merely from study but from living the part. In sympathy, in training, in spirit he is actually one of them. His ability to serve them is strengthened by the fact that his liberality of view is not tinctured with bitterness. "WITH SUCH MEN AS CHARLES H. CROWNHART WRITING DECISIONS THERE COULD BE NO GROUND FOR ANY FEELING THAT THE COURTS WERE FAILING TO KEEP ABREAST OF MODERN PROGRESS OR THAT THEY WERE PUTTING TECHNICALITIES ABOVE HUMAN RIGHTS." "Mr. Crownhart is a good lawyer, an estimable gentleman, a good American."—Milwaukee Sentinel. VOL. II THIRD LIBERTY LOAN DRIVE TO START APRIL 6 Major General Swinton Will Speak at Opening Meeting, March 25 Preparation for the Third Liberty Loan campaign in Dane County will be made at a meeting called March 25. Major General E. E. Swinton, assistant secretary of the British war cabinet, will be the principal speaker. Others who will address the meeting are Fran: G. Odell, secretary of the Omaha Federal Farm Loan Bank, and Mrs. Geo, Bass, secretary of the Woman's National Liberty Loan committee. The sale of Liberty Bonds will start on April 6, the first anniversary of America's entrance into the war. Hon. Geo. A. Boissard, chairman of the Dane County Liberty Loan committee, is making arrangements for the drive and will enter the campaign with practically the same crew of workers who conducted previous campaigns. It is believed the period for soliciting funds will extend over three or four weeks. HOR-TO-NA Mrs. P. J. Evans, 4316 Langley Ave., Chicago, Ill., scalp tretainer in Hor-to-na System will occupy her beautiful home at 515 E. 41st St., Chicago, Ill., April 1, 1918. Mrs. Evans is General Agent for Hor-to-na Preparation. Instruction given and diplomas awarded. Mrs. Evans and her greatt work is well known to all in the city of Chicago. TUESDAY MEATLESS ONE MEAL WHEATLESS PAID ADVERTISEMENT—Auction of C. H. Crownhart by his personal co-both of Madison, Wisconsin, for which Human Rights Be CHARLES H. Non-Partisan JUDGE OF THE S ELECTION, After all, what the of a man is the best FIRST LIEUT. FRANK DRYER, 365. Inf. A Man Who Brings Things To Pass The service this young man is rending the 183. Brigade along his line of profession should redown to higher honors for him. It was wholly through his effort that the former K. of P. Band of Chicago was drafted in the service of Uncle Sam. He is persistent in his effort possessing an indomitable will. The above statement as to the consent of the drafting of bands was related to the editor by some of its members. Lieut. Dryer is a born musician and was formerly cornet soloist in the famous 9th N. S. Cavalry Band and music director of Tuskegee Inst. The Stars predict his promotion. ATTENTION — WISCONSIN ODD FELLOWS AND RUTHITES For the second time in the history of this jurisdiction District Grand Lodge Session will be held in Wisconsin. Your earnest co-operation is asked for and desired that added INTEREST in this our grand old order may be increased. The winter has been a hard one and all activities have suffered somewhat, so let us get together all the ragged, frayed edges and bind them up, go after the delinquent members — create as much ENTHUSIASM as it is possible so to do. It will perhaps be some time before such an array of the leading spirits of the order in this district can find themselves coming this way again. No. 5255 will hold an open meeting on the 24th. No. 5794 will hold one early in April. WILL YOU HOLD ONE? Watch for next notice. IF YOU FAIL TO GET THE BLADE REMEMBER YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IS UNPAID. MASSACHUSETTS COUNTY OF BROADWAY EDITOR'S NOTE.—The first two of these (alleged) poems recently appeared in "The Woodmen Banner" under the heading "TWO VOICES". They were seen by our Contributing Editor who thought them incomplete, and so inflicted the last one upon the unsuspecting public. Comparatively, it's not so bad, eh? Thank you. THREE VOICES THREE VOICES A SOUTHERN VOLUNTEER Yes, Sir, I fought with Stonewall And faced the fight with Lee; But if these here Union goes to war, Make one more gun for me! I didn't shrink from Sherman As he galloped to sea; But if these here Union goes to war, Make one more gun for me! I was with 'em at Manassas— The bully boys in gray; I heard the thunderers roarin' Round Stonewall Jackson's way. And many a time this sword of mine Has blazed the rout for Lee; But if this old nation goes to war, Make one more sword for me! I'm not so full of fightin', Nor half so full of fun. As I was back in the sixties When I shouldered my old gun; It may be that my hair is white— Sieh things, you know, must be, But if this Union's in for war, Make one more gun for me! I hain't forgot my raisin'— Nor how, in sixty-two Or thereabouts, with battle shouts I charged the boys in blue; And I say I fought with Stone- wall. And blazed the way for Lee; But if this old Union's in for war, Make one more gun for me —Atlanta Constitution. A. B. MR. J. W. SMITH, Oshkosh, Wis. Blade Representative. Who, with his wife, is visiting in Arkansas. He will increase our subscription list while touring the South. THE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SOCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL CENTER (Blade News Service) The Male Quartet composed of Messrs. Edward Fraction, Fred Fielding, LaMar Collins and J. Walter Minor Jr., furnished some excellent music at The Rescue Mission on Monday evening, March 11, and will sing again by request of the Anniversary services. Rev. J. S. Woods, the warden made a business trip to Hartford, Mich., in the interest of the farm. He was accompanied by Mr. Wilber Abrams of Madison, who will take charge of the farm, the coming season. A general welfare meeting in interest of the race will be held at The Center, Thursday eve. March 28. Every man interested in the welfare of the community is urged to be present. Good speaking and helpful discussions, along social, economic and industrial lines. Any lady or gentleman coming to Milwaukee seeking employment or lodging accomodations would do well to call at The Center 318 Cherry St. A Musical and Literary Club, composed of some of the best talent, was organized in the Music Room. Tuesday evening, under direction of Miss Sarah E. Woods. Milwaukee. Wis. HIS NORTHERN BROTHER Just make it two, old fellow; I want to stand once more Beneath the old flag with you, As in the days of yore; Our fathers stood together And fought on land and sea, The battles fierce that made us A nation of the free. I wipped you down at Vicksburg, You licked me at Bull Run; On many a field we struggled, When neither victory won. You wore the gray of Southland, I wore the Northern blue; Like men we did our duty, When screaming bullets flew. Four years we fought like heroes, But when the war was done Your hand met mine in friendly clasp. Our two hearts beat as one. And now, when danger threatens, No North, no South we know, Once more we stand together To fight the common foe. My head, like yours, is frosty— Old age is creeping on; Life's sun is lower sinking, My day will soon be gone. But if your country's honor Needs once again her son. I'm ready, too, old fellow— So get another gun. —Minneapolis Journal. Evangelist NORA F. TAYLOR Returns to Chicago P. D. G., M. N. G, Nora F. Taylor has returned from the East, where she held a very successful revival. She will recuperate for several weeks before leaving home, 3337 Vernon Ave. It is the duty of every Odl Fellow and Ruthite to subscribe for the BLADE, the official organ of the Illinois and Wisconsin Jurisdiction. Some people who have received copies of the BLADE think they are on the FREE LIST. The Blade has NO FREE LIST. EVERY person who gets the paper is expected to pay $1.50 per year for it, regardless of fraternal or social status. FirstLieut. MERLE O.JOHNSON Joins the Benedict and leads Miss Pearl Button, Bridgeport, Pa., to Hymeneal Altar. It is surely true that the brave, gallant and courageous soldier, First Lieut. Johnson, has become a benedict. He has seen eight years service in the regular army, 24. Inf., in Mexico under General Pershing, his breast being decorated with Mexican Campaign badges and sharp shooter medals. The lieutenant is all smiles owing to the fact that the madam will join him soon in Rockford. Watch for the likeness of these society leaders. The Blade joins the 365. Inf. in extending congratulations. Automobil Breaks Arm of Chas Smith at Wilberforce University We received word from Distr. Grand See, Chas. Smith that his auto accidentally broke his arm while he was cranking it some time ago. He is progressing slowly and will not be able to use it for some time. WEEKLY BLADE Illinois and Wisconsin Jurisdiction. SPECIAL NOTICE TO READERS A Happy Surprise. OUR DISTR. GRAND SEC'Y INJURED THE NEGRO SOLDIER Now, while you're 'bout it, neighbors, I wish you would make 'em three; I fought with Grand and Sherman, 'Gainst Stonewall and 'gainst Lee; And hist'ry tells the story, How under Robert Shaw, I fought with manly courage For country, flag and law. Though black, I did not falter, Port Hudson tells the tale; Milliken's Bend is witness, My courage will not fail; At Petersburg and Wagner, I fought to make men free; So, neighbors, while you are at it, Just make those rifles three. Just now I will forget it, If you will make 'em three— For Yank and Johnny Rebel, And t' other one for me; And 'gainst the hated Kaiser, Across the mighty sea, We'll fight with touching shoulders, To make the whole world free. And when this task is over, And vict'ry we have won. Back in our common country, I trust we'll be as one; No more the "Negro Soldier"; But all one army we; So. while you are making rifles, Be sure to make 'em three. — Wisconsin Weekly Blade. MILWAUKEE, WIS. Rev. W. S. Ferguson, P. C., C. M. E. Church, is up again after two weeks illness. He preached a wonderful sermon at 3 P. M., but Sunday night he was at his best. One new member was admitted into full membership. The solo by Miss Sarah E. Woods was touching and impressive. Members and friends surprised the pastor, Rev. Ferguson, Friday night with many good things. He wishes to thank you and also wishes that you may call again. Mrs. Todd, 455 Second St., is at home from hospital and doing nicely. J. G. Marion Express Co. is ready to serve the waunting public. All calls promptly attended. Mrs. E. P. Carter, 519 Cherry St., is indisposed having received injuries while at work at the packing plant. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH Has begun working on a $1,000 Rally which ends the last Sunday in June. It is for the benefit of the church to pay off some of the many debts which confront us. The public is invited to help us make this a success. Baptizing after the morning service Easter Sunday, Easter program at 7:45 P.M. OSHKOSH NEWS One of the grandest receptions of the season was given Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smith by the members, wifes and well-wishers of the Odd Fellows of this city Sunday evening at their hall, 290 Main St. Mr. and Mrs. Smith left Monday the 18th for a five weeks visit in the South. We regret to note that Mr. E. D. McClendon lost or was released of his pocket book this week containing $18.00. His advertising in the local paper was of no avail. Mr. Eli Rice was among the theater fans who attended the P. J. Lowery Minstrel at Neenah, Wis., Saturday eve. Mr. Rice 7,000 Members. DISON -- BELOIT NO 40. has a host of friends with the company. The Oshkosh Odd Fellows' entertainment at their hall. March 12, was largely attended, and all present had a good time. Mr. Will Johnson, one of our popular young men, entertained several of his friends Thursday evening, March 13, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Moon, in honor of his birthday. A delightful luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. Smith were dinner and theatre guests of Mr. and Mrs. Hart, Saturday evening, at P. J. Lawery's Colored Minstrels. The Jolly Twelve Social Club met at the home of Mrs. Mary Moon, Saturday evening. A good time was enjoyed by all present. Good music and dancing featured the evening. Mr. Eli Rice is confined to his home with La Grippe and tonsil trouble. Mrs. Ida Ray was hostess to a few friends Saturday evening and entertained them with a Chillie supper and music on their beautiful Victrola. U. S. FOOD ADMINISTRATION Washington, D. C. What are you doing to help win this war? This is a question now being asked, and on the answer depends whether or not you will have the respect of your fellow men. If you wish information how to plant, cultivate and keep your vegetables, as well as how to can your fruits, write a letter to the State Agricultural College. The United States Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., also will send you any information desired. As you live and as you eat, think how you can help to defeat a government that will affiliate itself with Turks, upon whose hands is the blood of thousands of Christians. We would like to see all our schools organize clubs of boys and girls who will go to the farmer and the gardener and help harvest crops. We advise you to plant plenty of vegetables to be used during the entire year, especially potatoes and beans. By all means plant enough, and be sure that you will have a sufficient quantity to last you of these vegetables for a year. Beans and potatoes can be grown in most any section of the United States and can be easily stored for future use. AN OPEN LETTER To the Lodges of the G. U. O. of O. F.'s of Wis. and especially Enterprise Lodge No.. 9109 of Madison We take no note of time, "But it's Lost". Let not this be true with us in regard to the Golden Jubilee. This Celebration as we understand, is to be a Wisconsin affair with Madison as its headquarters Milwaukee, Beloit and Oshkosh are expected to help make this grand affair a success. Our lodges are anxious, awaiting to hear what your plans are and how we can be of assistance to you. Perhaps it would be well for a committee from each lodge and H. H. of Ruth to meet at some central point and have an understanding in the near future. ATTEND ANNUAL BALL Enterprise Lodge No. 9109 G. U. O. of O. F. Wednesday night, March 27, G. A. R. Hall. Music by Dover's Jazz Band Special Features in Dancing, led by Miss Pheobia Hines and A. C. Henderson, society bells Directors: C. W. Glover, Z. A. Trotter, Geo. Buckner. 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. Kinnan. Staff Correspondents. A. W. KNIGHT, L. J. OUSLEY, I. T. BURRELL Traveling Representative. SUBSCRIPTION: One 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. ON ALL DAYS WITH EACH PURCHASE OF WHEAT FLOUR FOR HOME USE YOU MUST BUY ALSO AN EQUAL AMOUNT OF OTHER CEREALS War Savings Stamps Bill Kaiser is certain to go. If the people are given a show: Buy a War saving Stamp, Give old Bill a block lamp. And he will never get over the blow BLADELTS A trimmer is one who is neither here nor there—where you expect him to be. If the world is ever made "safe for democracy", we cannot be the worst sufferers. You can help make the world "safe for democracy" by voting right at every opportunity. The man who can vote and does not vote ought to have his vote taken away from him. One may be a good citizen and not a good Odd Fellow, but he can never be a good Odd Fellow without being a good citizen. Your appearance at the polls on election day will win more recognition for you from those in authority than anything the Blade can say or any tearful plea you may make. OPPORTUNITY The city man must be encouraged and shown the necessity for making a war garden. The man on the farm must make his land produce all the food it possible can. The idle man and woman must be made to realize just how important a work they can do by working in gardens and on the farms. What a providential opportunity the Negro has to really help this nation by doing extra work on the farms. The man with the hoe stands behind the man behind the gun. 'The Negro in the South, because of his connection with the farming life, has the great big opportunity to help save the world and his country. We must get him to see this. The Negro always has risen to his full duty in the past and he will not fail in the present crisis. "THE MOURNERS' BENCH" (Special to the Blade) About one hundred and thirty years ago a camp meeting or revival was being conducted in Maryland by a Rev. Strawbridge, and when persons came forward to be prayed for he would request USE YOUR BALLOT BRIG. GENERAL MALVERN HILL-BARNUM Some men measure benefits only in immediate material things. They can see nothing of advantage except it be reducible in dollars and cents. Their every act is induced by the hope of a tangible reward, and, unless you "show" them, as they say in Missouri, you will be unable to enlist their support, however beneficial, in theory or in fact, the movement might be. This is particularly true in the matter of voting. Ask many men to go to the polls and vote, and immediately they want to know what is "in it" for them. And when you explain to them that there is nothing material immediately available, but lots "in it" for every man to want in office the men of his choice, they end by saying they don't see how it will help them any to put one in office in preference to another. Foolish, shortsighted fellows! They live in a wide-awake world, but are either dead or asleep, and are not even disturbed by dreams. All around them are evidences of the power of the ballot, yet they know nothing of it. They care not what others may do, but as for them, give them dollars or let them sleep. In the meanwhile the other fellow lets him sleep and fixes it so that he never awakes. The very best form of government that the wisdom of man has been able to devise is the form under which we live. Theoretically every man has a voice in it and is responsible for its maintenance. Each voice is equally heard, and when enough are spoken in unison will effect their purpose. Not one is entirely lost but each goes to make up that great volume of sound that is heard in the uttermost parts of the country. The voice of the people is truly the voice of God. No man should be so unmindful of his own interest as to refuse or neglect this important duty. Although he may not be able to discern the real advantage to be gained, there is, nevertheless, and a material one too, to be One of the greatest shocks of the season came down from the War Department, Washington, the other day, when it was announced that six Major-Generals would lose their commands on account of physical unfitness for oversea service. Naturally these reductions together with the many to follow (for we fear last week's action was only a beginning) again bring into prominence several officers who heretofore have been given only passing consideration with the assumption of higher command. At Camp Grant over the 183rd Brigade, commands Brigadier General Malvern Hill-Barnum. It has not been the editor's privilege to meet a more democratic, congenial, clear - cut, square and absolutely impartial gentleman, circulating through the Camp, as is our custom from time to time, we often hear comments that "Oour General." To the man there is never anything but the highest praise His influence is a benediction to everyone from the most illiterate rear rank, private, to the higher officers. The other day we met one fellow who was proudly exhibiting a slip of paper upon which was that the bretheren cut down small trees, cut forks, drive them into the ground and place the poles of the trees in the forks to sit on to keep them from sitting on the damp ground thereby catching cold. It was well meant in its day and has served it well, and like every other man-made religious institution will pass away, and we all will realize that when Jesus said, "Upon This Rock I Build My Church". He provides every thing necessary to bring men and women into His Kingdom without our adding things directly opposed to Holy Writ. "The Mourners' Bench" was discarded by a certain pastor I have in mind, and he preached repentance, faith and baptism, as it is in the Bible, and the results are, several men and women giving up the world and accepting Jesus as their personal Savior. For man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word which proceeded from the mouth of God. E. W. T. derived in the long run. No vote honestly cast is lost to him who casts it. His mere presence at the polls, as little as he may think it, creates for him both fear and respect. If he is known to be a "slacker" in this respect, he will never be figured on, either at election times or afterward. If he prefers to remain asleep he needn't be called at meal times. The man who get the loaves and fishes are the men who are awake when the distribution is made. What is true of the individual is also true of every group of people in the community. The vote of every individual of that group goes to create in the breasts of the other groups and individuals a wholesome fear and respect. If they regularly exercise the right to vote they will be courted and petted in proportion to their numerical strength. And it sometimes happens that a group is too small to do anything independent, yet all powerful when used in connection with other groups and individuals. When the stronger groups are evenly divided the support of this small, weak, insignificant group may be the deciding element in a mighty contest. There is no group of people in this country who needs the ballot more than the colored people; there is none who can less afford to neglect its use than they. It will not solve all of their problems, but it will go a long way toward solving most of those that are political and economical and will even effect those purely social. For politics does make strange bedfellows you know. The possession of that which another wants has always made that other respect the possessor. Or to put it another way, no man will be inclined to wrong you if he knows you are armed and will defend yourself; but even though armed, if he knows you are unable or unwilling to use your weapons, his conscience is a damn poor protection for you. Think over these things and act accordingly. some writing. Upon inquiring we found that General Barnum had the night before actually taught the young man to write his name. Upon further inquiring we found out that scarcely a night passes without the General coming into the school for illiterate, taking off his gloves and coat and becoming one with non-commissioned officers instructors in teaching the men to read and write. It is not an uncommon occurrence to see the General leave important work to take sufficient time to help any soldier through some different problem. "As We who Serve," as was said by him of old. "My place among you is as one who serves," may appropriately be said of General Barnum among the race soldiers. He is truly alive to every interest and thinks that the best is none too good for the boys. He is the one man that the very mention of whose name sends thrills of emotion through all who know him. Surely a division of race men led by this soldierly and broad-minded General would make a most formidable organization NO NEED TO WORRY Use "Marvel" Hair Cultivator If you have coarse, stubby hair there is no longer any cause to worry. Use "Marvel" Hair Cultivator. It positively promotes a luxuriant growth of glossy straight hair. The simplest method is used with this marvelous preparation. Mme. G. W. Annis, NewYork. writes: "Twelve years I began the use of your wonderful "Marvel" Hair Cultivator my hair was not more than one inch in length and course and brittle. Now I can arrange it in the extreme styles an dit reaches below my waist. 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If you want your hair to be long, light, soft pliable, straight, fluffy and radiant with life, use INDUSTRIAL SYSTEM of HAIR CULTURE. If used according to directions it is guaranteed to do as represented. If it fails money will be refunded. Little Rock, Arkansas CAMP GRANT COMPANY A, 350. M. G. BN Camp Grant, Ill. (By Blade News Service) (By Blade News Service) An exciting ball game was staged Sunday afternoon, March 17, by Companies A and C of the 350, Machine Gun Battalion. The game ending seventeen to nothing in favor of Co. A. The defeat of Co. C was practically due to the star pitching of Sergeant Henry H. Johnson, coached by Private Louis Johnson, the noted 'spit ball' artist who previously won for the A. B. C.'s, of Indianapolis, the title they now possess—The World's Colored Champions, the latter playing third base. Sergeant William R. Powell also made some wonderful plays, blocking many prospective scores by his skillful double plays. Corporal Henry L. Baskett, a main factor in the defeat of Company C, made many star plays around the first sack and his frequent hard hitting. We are sorry to say the team did not have a chance to show their ability, but the majority of spectators were under the impression that A Company had the material of the making of a great team. First Lieut, Tinsley of the 350, M. G. Bn., Medical Corps, proved to be a real unpire. The team was greatly surprised by a reception given them by their Captain, L. W. Wallace, commanding Co. A, and an ardent supporter of the Company Athletic Club. The following officers of the 350, M.G.Bn, received certificates of graduation from the Divisional Infantry School of Arms: Mach, Gun Mechanism Section. First Lieut. Oscar G. Lawless 97, Alonzo G. Ferguson 96, Capt. L. W. Wallace 86, First Lieut. Alexander E. Evans 84, Chas. E. Minkins Jr. 83, Waddell C. Steele 79, Second Lieut. A. M. Watson 82; Engineer Section, Instructor Dennis G. McMattwees 82. First Lieut. Alonzo G. Ferguson left Friday for Fort Sill, Okla., to take a special course in machine gun tactics. The Y. M. C. A. deserves much credit for the wonderful religious influence on the men. Chaplain Robinson of the 365. Inf. is an important factor in the work. The work is carried still farther in the barracks by such capable leaders as Sergreat Washington who conducts Co. A and Hdqs. Detachment bible class, having a membership ... twenty-five students. Pet, Drew B. Orr in Co. B and Corporal E. M. January in Co. C also having large classes. Large appreciative audiences enjoy such nights as "Boxing, Stunt, Social, and MovieNights". Especially this previous week has been one of pleasure, being entertained by Roland Hayes, one of the best tenor singers of the country. We were also favored by solos from Mrs. George M. Lee, wife of Mayor Lee, who also was present. Miss Ryan also sang. Capt. Boutte lead the boys in several mass songs, and the 365, Inf. Band did more than its share. Pvt. O, D. Hillman is greatly missed by headquarters. We are hoping that he will soon return from the base hospital. Co. A is preparing for a social entertainment to be given in their barracks April 6. Pvt. Louis Johnson who recently enlisted has proved an exceptional person. He was pitched with the leading colored teams of the country being defeated but once by league players. Johnson having no previous military training, has shown well on the drill ground and as Co. Clerk. He has been recommended for sergeant. Another promotion will be Corp. Al Hall to sergeant. Pvt. Jas, F. Scott who served as corporal in the 8. Ill., was honorably discharged last fall and drafted in February. He is to be corporal Pvt. Swiney Uphurch is sick in Base Hospital. Pvt. Milton Jimerson has assumed his duties after a week of illness. Corp. Henry Brooks, formerly of Camp Lewis, has shown ability as an artist, and great things are expected from him. The following men have been transferred to the Medical Corps in Headquarters: Corp. Julius J. Adams, Prvts. Roger Ford, Ervin Flowers and Walter Parker. Pvt. Jas. Williams has been transferred to Headquarters as orderly. Sgt appointed to sergeants; Prvts. Samuel Ellis and William H. Harrison to be corporals; Corp. Robt. M. Reinston to be sergeant. First Sgt. N. Bluitt has just returned from Chicago after several days leave. Jas. Brown has been appointed to Provost Sgt. In Co. C. Sgts. Zepher Chisolm and Richard White were re- PENCIL PICKINGS Camp Grant Pvt. Willie Hobbs, is a member of 350. M. G. Co., a native of New Orleans, eigamaker by trade. He is in the school for stenographer and is making good. Member of Co. H. 365. Inf., born in the State of Louisiana, drafted in Chicago Oct. 1917. He is a progressive young man and is destined for promotion. SERGEANT G. E. WHITE, Hdq. Co., 365. Inf. Evanston. Ill. The good citizens of Evanston should feel proud of the record this young man is making in the U. S. Army. Before entering the service he was a student of Liberal Art, Nothwest University. The Blade predicts great things for this non-commissioned officer. SEC. LT. REDDEN L. LINTON 365. Inf. Born and reared in Boston, Ga., Graduate of Savannah, Ga., State College. A young man, forcible and convincing in argument and is untiring in his effort to promote efficient service. He is Mastering Officer of his company and is ever on the job. FIRST LIEUT. W. H. SMITH 365 Inf. There is not a more genial and affable officer in the 365. Inf. than this loyal son of Georgia. He is a graduate of Atlanta University and while in attendance was a member of the A. U. Traveling Quartet. He is an accomplished musician and is working hard and overtime to render efficient service to Uncle Sam. First, Sergt, IOIHN A. IOIHNSON Co. E. 365. Inf. Was born in Oklahoma City, Okla. Was drafted from Chicago, Ill., Oct. 1917. Before entering the service was clerk in Chicago P. O. D. Mailing Division. One month after entering the Camp he was made First Srgt. of his company. Watch him rise. FIRST LIEUT. B. W. HARRIS 365. Inf This gallant officer is from Warrenton, N. C. He was commissioned from Fort Des Moines, Oct. 15, 1917. He was an instructor in art and science in St. Augustus College, Raleigh, N. C. For more than six weeks he has been at Fort Sills taking special work in arms and automatic weapons. His high standing while there won for him a ten days forlough and he visited the old homestead before returning to Camp. SEC. LIEUT. V. C. LIGHTFOOT 365. Inf. If there is one officer at Camp Grant who is intensely interested in discipline it is the popular Lieut. Lightfoot. He is an native of Chattanooga, Tenn. He graduated and entered the service at Fort Des Moines, Oct. 15, 1917, and is indeed a valuable asset to U. S. Army. PVT. HARRY FRANCIS Co. I. 365. Inf. Was drafted from the windy city, Oct. 31, eH has been reading the Blade and speaks of it in highest esteem. Before entering the service he was locomotive fireman for the B. & O. R. R. He is studious, industrious and deserving of promotion. His cut will appear soon, watch the Blade. ANNOUNCEMENT Dickson and Bauch The announcement of the marriage of Second Lieut. J. B. Dickson and Miss Carry Ametta Baugh, Ashville, N. C., on the 29. October 1917, at St. Mathias Episcopal Church is sent out. It was indeed a surprise to the boys of the 365. Inf., and he is receiving congratulations for a long and prosperous life over the matrimonial sea. They will be at home to their many friends April 1, 1221 Benton St., Rockford, Ill. Armstrong's Linoleum For Every Room in the House 50c, 65c, $1.25, $1.85 per sq. yd. THE VAAS - MAW DRY GOODS CO. Corner King and Pinckney Street GEO. WILLIAMS, Prop. CIGARS and TOBACCO BARBER SHOP AND POOL ROOM Phone R. I. 2638 2213-15 Third Avenue ROCK ISLAND, ILL FIRST LIEUT. A. P. BENTLY 365. Inf. Head of Regimental Exchange This young man is every inch a gentleman and scholar. He was one of the leading bankers of Memphis, Tenn. He is a ready accountant, accurate and positive. Being in charge of the exchange causes him to handle all money and doing all purchasing for the 365. Inf. His friends are legions. SEC. LIEUT. S. W. UPSHAW M. G. Co., 365. Inf. Austin. Texas Texas has always contributed to race advancement and is still conspicuous for the men of brain that hail from the state. Lieut. Upshaw is to be classed as one of her leaders. Before his graduation at Fort Des Moines, last October, he was instructor in Austin High School, La Grange. He brings to the army his scholarly attainments and has proven to be a No.1 disciplinman. SEC. LIEUT. LOVELACE B. CAPEHART 265 Inf. Former Editor Raleigh Independent, N. C. The youngest officer in 365. Laf. is See, Lieut. L. B. Capehart. He is steady and shows promise of making good. He is Insurance Officer of the company. Has just completed special course in bayonette and is now doing special work on 1 pound Miller Meter Gun and Grenade. SECOND LIEUT. EARL RYDER Co. M, 365. Inf. Springfield. Ill. No capital city has given to the army a moreenergiesoldier than Lieut. Ryder, young and promising. He entered the service to make good and is studious. At present he is in the School of Arms and Laasion Wire Telegraphy. SECOND LIEUT. E. SOUTHE 365. Inf. Peoria, Ill. This young man is a graduate of University of Chicago Law School, a deep thinker and ready reasoner. He is at present in M. G. Rifle School and Automatic Bayonette. He is genial, affable, exact, and believes in rigid discipline. LIEUT. J. G. JACOBS M. G. Co. 365 Inf. A Tennessee by birth. Was commissioned from Fort Des Moines, Oct. 15, and is doing yoeman service to help the race in its upward movement. His very bearing indicates that of a real soldier. He is rigid and exact. He will visit soon his brother and sister-in-law. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Jacobs, 7 Lake St. Madison. SERGEANT BENJ. BERTHA Regimental Exchange, 365 Inf PRIVATE ERNEST HUNT Hdo. Co. 365 Inf. Drafted from Rockford, Ill. Oct. 31. He is progressive and entertaining and is now company barber. He keeps the boys looking sharp. His cut will appear soon in the Blade. Before enter- ing the service he was an expert moulder. A full write of this brave soldier will appear soon. First Lieutenat and Adjutant A. F. PITTS 350, M. G. Bn. Is a Georgian by birth and was for many years connected with the Grady Hospital as operating nurse and as special nurse to the specialist Dr. Block of Piedmont Sanitarium, Atlanta, Ga. He was the first administrative adjutant of the race in 365. Inf. CAMP GRANT, ROCKFORD, ILL. (Special to the Blade) A decided activity along athletic lines among the 350. M. G. Bn. and 365. Inf. is Baseball, each company is organizing a team to combat for the championship of the brigade. Among some of the players are such men as Dick A. Johnson, veteran pitcher of the Indianapolis A. B. C.'s, who is a member of the 350. M. G. Bn., Co. A, who will engineer the battalion team. A heated contest is anticipated for the champion honors. CAMP GRANT TEA PARTY. Sec. Lieut. L. Edwards. Host. (Blade News Service) First Lieut. and Mrs. O. G. Lawless, Capt. L. W. Wallace and First Lieut. W. H. Smith were guests of Sec. Lieut. L. Edwards of the 350. M. G. Bn. at a tea party. The hour was very pleasantly spent in Georgia reminiscences. Mrs. Lawless was formerly Miss Maxie Hawes of Macon, Ga. She is at home 840 Second St., Rockford, Ill. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA USE NO BREAD CRACKERS PASTY OR BREAKFAST FOODS CONTAINING WHEAT. 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