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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
MOUNT PLEASANT DOINGS.

The District Grand session Of the order
Of Twelve, convened in this city on the
9Th, eth and 9Th. A large delegation was
present: among those were Rev. Moses
Dickson, International Chief Grand Men.
tor of the world and founder Of the order.
On Thursday evening grand reception
was given. when the following officers In.
stalled: Mrs. A. &. Belts, of Keokuk, D.
&. r.; &C. II. Brooks. Of Kcokuk, d. q. NJ.
Mrs. Richardson. Davenport, d. &. X.
Rev. Chambers, Fort Madison, d. &. ..
Miss Ida Palmer, Burlington, ID. G. S.
W. Green, keokuk, d. &. .. 5.
Miss Anna Jones and Miss Susie Lon.
don, of Muchakinock, left for their homo
Tuesday morning.
Mrs. Ruth Richardson and sor, OF Dav-
enport, are guests at the home of Rev.
Gordon and wife.
The A. NJ. +. church has been papcred,
painted and reseated. When all repairs
are completed it will be very neat editicc
in which to receive the conference.
Mr.. Lewis Johnson's death occurred on
the 1st of July. The deceased was born
in Virginia. and had lived in this city a
number of years. lie leaves wife and
son to mourn his loss.
Miss ID. Smith entertained Mt tea Mon.
day evening Misses Jones and lundon Of
Muchakinock, Mrs. Richardson Of Daven.
mort. and Mrs. Gordon.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

tiers and missionary work. He is
president of the board of trustees
of brakes University at Des
Moines, named in honor of him, on
account of his liberality tothat in
stitu,ion in its building and endow-
ment. lie has also been a con"
tributor to many other educational
institutions.
In 1896 he accepted the nomi>
nation of the republican party for
Governor of the state Of Iowa,
and was elected by large major.
ity, having received th, largest
vote ever given for candidate for
Governor of the state.
On the 24th day Of December,
1855, he was married to Mary
Jane Lord, who died on the 22d
day of June, 1888. HI has six !
children, four daughters and two
sons, all married and left home.
The Governor is sociablc, atfa-
bic and easy to approach; true
friend Of the worthy colored peo>
pie, a christian gentleman; we'll
liked by all. lie should receive
the re nomination by acclamation
and elected by increased majority.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Francis Marion Drake was born
December 80, 1880, at Nashville,
III. His parents removed to Fort
Madison, IoNa, in the tall of 1887.
The father was q merchant in Ills,
but served as judge of probate Of
Lee county, Iowa, when resident
Of Fort Madison, until the spring
Of 1916. He then removed to Da>
Wis county, Iowa, and founded the
village of Drakevi]le. Francis
Marion received his early educa-
ton in the common schools, and
also acquired a knowledge of law.
When the gold excitement in
California was at its highest, he
crossed the plains in 1852 with OK
team, and again in 1854 with a
drove of cattle. On the first trip
across, his company Of sixteen
men had Il severe engagement
with the Pawnccs, at Shell Creek,
Neb., in which they encountered
about three hundred Indians who
were defeated with heavy loss and
driven across the Platte river.
On his return from California.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
Misleading Traitors.

1t is surprisingly strange how a
few of the democratic papers of la.
are trying to create an anti Drake
faction for Governor in the republic
can party. They have no other de-
sign only to divide the republican
party leaders, thereby causing our
defeat at the coming election, even
a little so called correspondent from
our city to the Sioux City Daily Tri-
bune are trying TO tell the people
that Drake is not strong in his party.
The correspondent is talking through
his hat. The republican party does
not ask for any Of his suggestions
nor advice.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Oct. 1, 1854, he was a passenger
on the lll-fatcd steamer, "Yankce
Blade" which was wrecked and
totally lost, and he was picked up
five days later on a barren coast,
which he had succeeded in reach
ing.
lie was successful in his Cali
fornia ventures, and on the lst of
January, 1855, entered the mer-
camille business with his father
and brother, J. II. Drake, under
the firm name Of Drake Il Sons,
Drakeville. In June, 1861, he
enlisted as private in the volun-
teer service of the United States
and served until the close Of the
war, having been promoted to cap
tain, major, leutenant.coloncl.
and from 1T. Col. to the rank OF
brigadier- by brevct. lie
was in many severe engagements,
in one of which he was seriously,
at first thought mortally wounded,
and from which he has never en-
tircly recovered. His record fol
bravery and efficiency was univer
sally commended by his superior
officers and his military career is
one of which he may we'll be proud
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

with my own savings and little help
from my mother and brother, | started
without knowing where Hampton was OF
how much it would cost to get there.
At length l found myself in Richmond,
without money or friends or place to
sleep. All my money was gone. and, after
walking the streets till midnight. crept
under sidewalk and slept all night. The
next day applied to Sea captain for work,
and, working by day and sleeping under
the sidewalk at night, obtained money
enough to carry me to Hampton, where |
soon arrived, with SO cents surplus. At
once found General Armstrong, who
told me if | was worth anything should
have chance to work my way through
the institution. While at Hampton re-
solved, If God permitted ME to finish the
course Of study, would enter the far
South and give my life in providing for
others as best could give the same kind Of
chance that | had enjoyed. In 1881 left
Hampton and started the Normal and In
dustrial institution in small church and
shanty in Tuskegec, Ala, with one teacher
and thirty students.
Since then the institution has grown,
till we have sixty-nine instructors and 500
pupi s, with 1,4C0 acres Of land, thirty
seven buildings, and over !, ,0CO people on
the ground. Our prore.ty is valued st
$4,000.
No youth ever started out in life
undc.' any more unfavorabic sur
roundinSs than did Booker I. WASH
ington, and but few men, if any, has
for the race, or in 4 position to do
as much as he can.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The old fashioned fishing party
that was briefly mentioned last week
will take place Saturday, July 24th.
The party will leave at the c. B. 4
Q. depot at 1890 a. M, over the
Keokuk & Western Ry. for middle
river or the Rock Island crossing
where they spend one day outing,
fishing, hunting and playing. Each
are requested to bring lunch bas-
ket well filled; also hammocks, etc.
The regular price is S1.oo, but Hen
ry Clay has made arrangements
whereby you can secure tickets at
soc for round trip; train returning
at 6:55 p. M.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

We are sorry to announce the
death Of Margaret (or better known
as Aunt Maggie) French. She died
died last week at her home in Leon,
Iowa. She was horn slave on a
plantation near Natchez, Miss, some
10 odd years ago. Her history reads
like a romance. The cruel treatment
of her master, later when the war
was in rage, Co. B 4th Iowa lnfan-
fantrv, of which Geo, Burton, lieu.
tenant, secured her services as a
cook, later she accompanied Dr.
Iohn Findley to Des Moines where
she lived few years and removed
with Mr.. Findley to Leon, where
she has since resided, and by her
own hard work accumulated enough
money TO buy her home: and at
one time it is said, had neat bank
account of S., 1000, but by her being
so kind to selfish and unscrupulous
people who got the most of it from
her under different pretenses. She
leaves no near relatives. Mrs. Dan
iel Roy of our city attended the
funeral, as she was an old Acquaint'
ance of Mrs. French.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
Gov. Drake Hurt.

Last Wednesday, morning Cover
nor Drake slipped and fell while
ascending the north entrance of the
capitol steps, receiving very serious
injury on the same hip that was shat
tered by rebel bullet over thirty
years ago and still troubled him
much. He was carried to his rooms
later. He was taken to his parlors
in the Savery, where at this writing
he is resting easy.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The Colored Choral society of
forty voices recently organized by
Prof. Sinclair to sing at the Chau-
tauqua last Friday evening, dill tol-
erably we'll considering the short
time they had to practice and disad-
vantages that they sang under that
evening. The solo by Prof. Geo. |.
Holt was fine; he received an encore.
Mrs DR.. John:on sang ':Hearts De-
light" by Cilchrist, to the satisfac-
ton Of all. She has well trained
voice.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
For Police Judge.

Mr.. J. l.. Silvara was appointed
last week judge of the police court.
Judge J. Fl. Phillips having resign
ed. 1t was good appointment, for
Mr.. Silvaria has been justice of the
peace of West Dcs Moincs, and has
brought good satisfactlon.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The BlsTANDER is pleased to know
that Robert Buce's name has been
reinstated on the pension roll at
Washington, ID. C., which was cut
off by the Cleveland administration.
We are glad to hear of those old
veterans names re-entered on the
pay roll again. 1t is the only reward
that we can offer for their sacrifice.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

There are seven Colored dele,
gates elected to attend the coun-
" republican convention tomorrow
They are good men we'll known fol
years. They are r N. Hyde, lef-
ferson Logan, J. II Shepard, DR..
L. +. Johnson, VIM. Lowery. Jas
Washington and Thad. S. Ruff We
hope that each will be on hand Sat,
urday and do their duty.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
Old Settlers Picnic.

The 10th annual Old Settlers picnic
will be held this year at Union Park,
Thursday, Aug. 5th. Everybody
invited to come with we'll laden bas-
kets, as the people always have a
good time at these gatherings, and
this years meeting will be very en-
ioyable. C. ". Henry, Pres.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Harding's lce-cr an Co. still
flourish as no others can. Secret:
He makes the best Ice cream in
the city. Those that tried ours
will have no other. Phone G47.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mr. Jefferson Logan was select
ed by the caucus OF the 18th pre-
cinct Of tie 9th ward; the largest
precinct in the city. This is quite
complimentary as lie was Il dele.
gate TO the state convention.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The Dramatic CluD was entertain
ed at Mr.. and Mrs. Eli Ellison. last
Monday evening. \ delightful time
was Fad and refreshments was served.
The club will soon be ready to come
before the public to show them the
results of their labor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Why do so many 90 to Cham
pagnc & Sons laundry! Because
they know how to do work to
please everybody, and give prompt
attention to orders. SlGW. Grand
avenue. 'phons III.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mrs. ]. +. Jackson and Miss An
ME iokam was entertained by Mes
danes Scott, Ewing, and Mrs. Geo.
Geo. Harris and Morton, last Thurs
day evening.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Miss Nettic Wood, who is spend
ing the summer in Mahaska county,
visiting friends, reports a pleasant
time, and may not return home be-
fore next Sept.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Those who left Tuesday for Mar
shalltown to attend the Grand Ma
sonic Annual Lodge meeting and
represent Dcs Moincs, was J. H.
Shepard, Geo. Cleggett, Past Grand
Master, and T. Il. Banks, and 3. !.
Holmes.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mrs. Jennie Jackson who has
been sick the past week is able to
be ont again; she thinks Of visiting
her old home in the near future.
She called at the BYsrANDER Office
and ordered the paper.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The BYsrANpER received
pleasant call last Wednesday from
Mesdames r. Wilburn and J. II.
Shepard.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mr.. Jefferson Logan served tea
last Thursday evening to quite a
number Of his friends in honor of
his cousin, Nr4. r W. Richard.
son, Of Washington. A d.
lightful time was had, aud Mr..
LIS cooking was highly compli>
mentcd
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

A farewell purity was given at Mrs.
Eliza Bell last Monday evening in honor
Of Mrs. Fnrgeson who left Dcs Moincs to
make her future home IN Kansas City md
an enjoyable time was reported.
Mr.. Banks Alum (white) Of Marengo,
Iowa, has purchased one-halt interest in
the Aborn House barber shop, owned by
Mr.. Gordon. The new firm will he Cor
don & Alum. Mr.. Albums son will take
charge Of one OF the chairs this week.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mrs. K. WilburI. who has ,jnst returned
from visit with her daughter in Abba,
reports pleasant time
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

COlOred men were seen at nearly
all the precincts working for their
choice candidate. so far as we
have heard their work was honor
able, as it should always !.c.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mr.. I. kirtley, the foreman at the
Kirkwood tonsoriai shop spent last
week in St. Paul and Minneapolis
during the Elks annual convention.
He reports an enjoy ,ble time, as he
met several Des Moinesites who are
nov liyins there.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
Iowa C0lOred MaSGnS,
Tenth annual Communication of
Grand Lodge Of Zoaca, Il. T.
and 4. HIN Session this Week.
MarshaAtoarn, July 18TH.

The first days meeting Of three days
session, commenced today. The Eureka
Lodge No. 20 is entertaining tho visitors.
Those on the different committees are as
follows: s@
Recep,ion-Il r Wright, AL Walker, !.
II johnson, 5 Beeks and j l. Woods.
Arrangements-Geo Suter, l. Brown,
J Wheeler, e Il Warn, NJ jackson, 0
Pate and 4 Green.
The sessions are being held in the hall
Of Goeth lodge, I'D o F, on East Main.st,
The present officers Of the Grand Lodge
are:
Grand Mastcr-A A Bland, Keokuk.
Deputy Grand Master-Jamcs WASH
ington, Sioux City.
Grand Senior Warden-George l. LSuter,
Marshalltown.
Grand Junior Warden-T B Coleman,
Muchakinock.
Grand Treasurer-E Z Banks, Des
Moines.
Grand Secre,ary-W H London, Mucha-
kinGck.
The first session convened at 10 go a.
m.. after the arrival Of the ':,orning trains.
About fifty delegates were present.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
At the session Tuesday afternoon the
committee on credentials reported the fol-
lowing lodges represented: Union, of
KeokuE North Star, of Des Moines; De-
catur, of Sioux City; Maple Grove, of
Osksloosa: Mt. Olive Of Cedar Rapids;
Cedar Grove, of Muchakinock. Eureka, of
Marshalltown; Clinton. OF Clinton; Enter
prise. Of West Superior, Wis; Cascade, L
d, OF Roslyn, Wash.
The following list Of committees was
announced by the Grand Master,
Returns-I l. Brown, e II Foster and
John d Rccler.
Dispcnsations-George L Suter, Z A
Coleman and + + Banks.
Jurisdiction andby laws-Jno d Reclcr,
j II Shepard and 9 II CIcggc,t.
Grand Masters Address, Becks. r A
Coleman. Robert Johnson and T. + Banks.
Obituarlss--RS Brown, W ID Crawford
and Calvin Wheeler.
The address Of welcome was delivered
by Herbert Wright, on behalfof Eureka
Lodge No. 20, Of this city. Jno ID. Reeler
responded on behalf Of the Grand Lodge.
Grand Master Bland. Of Keokuk, deliv-
cred his annual address, which wa, refer
red to tho proper committee. After re-
ports Of committees the Grand Lodge
accepted the invitation of the Marshall
town lodge to participate in big picnic
at Cottage Grove Park at the Soldiers
Home. That was greatly enjoyed, being
joined in by the colored Masonic brethren
and their friends Of this city, The time
was spent in boating and dancing, the
music being furnished by mandolin
orchestra.
WEDNESDAY.
This mornings .ession was deyo-
tex to hearing further reports and
the transaction Of routine business.
The election of officers was set for
p. m., and this evening at the Sec
ond Baptist church memorial ser
vices in honor Of departed members
will be held.
The following are the newly
elected officers for the ensuring
year. James Washington, Sioux
City, Iowa, &. NJ. 1. NJ. Brown,
Of Marshalltown, Dept. G. NJ;
T. A. Coleman, of Muchakinock,
Sen. G. w.; Robt. Johnson. Of
Ofkaloosa, Junior G. w., +. T.
Banks, Des Moincs, CIR. Treas;
A. A. Bland, of keokuk. Of kco-
kuk, Gr. Sec'y.
The appointivc officers and
THURSDAYS proceedings will appear
in our next issue.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The sad intelligence of the death
MIR. Jordan, of Chicago, ILL.,, the
husband of Miss Ehie Jones, who is
we'll known here. Mr. Jordan WIS
formally from Kansas City, Mo.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Chester Bass AMI his sister Miss Maple.
Of Give, spent Sunday in our city tue
guests Of Mrs. s. Bass, on Sixth avenue.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

j. W. Thompson. who worked in the
legislature last winter has returned to our
city, from Peoria, Ill., lie will probably
remain here.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mrs. r.. FERGUSON, who has been
visiting her sister, Lena Reed, left
this week for .ansas City. to reside.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The social event in social circles Of thi!
week was the English break fast served by
Mrs. j. l. Williamson Tuesday. Fifteen
ladies responded to as many invitations
in honor of Mesdames J. f. Bell OF Mo.
line, ILL.,. and X. W. Richards n Of Ever.
EFT, Washington. The cozy cottage was
made beautiful with flowers. many pieces
oil handiwork and rare souvenirs. The
table decorations were carnations, pinks
and maiden's hair ferns. forming. upon a
mirror, a pyramid in the center, inter-
spersed with Marshal Mel roses. Mrs.
Williamson received in black and laven-
der organdic, with lavender trimmings,
and was assisted by Miss Stella Burnaugh
in beautiful pink orsandie with ribbon
trimmings. and Miss Zel's Davis, who
wore a lavender MULE with white trim.
mings. Mrs. J. f. Bell, one OF the guests
OF honor. wore black crepon with silk
bodice; Mrs Richardson, tho other guest
Of honor, wore black and white grena.
dine. The other ladies were all beauti-
fully dressed for the occasion. The menu
was for a six course breakfast, aud with
each course flowers were used, to which
. lady read or recited suitable verse Of
poetry descriptive Of the flower. which
laid The foundation for the conversation
tor that course. The most congenial and
social iriendliness was shown throughout
The entire four hours required to do ample
Justice TO the repast. Those present were:
Niestames Il. WiIburn, L. A. Clark, CIV.
Denny, Il. A. W:lburn, 5. W. Palmer, j.
r. Hamilton, e. W. Newton, Ella Davis,
j. IL. Shepard, d. O. Bas'ieId, J.W. Jack
son, Il. W. Richardson Of Everett, Wash
lng:on, }. +. Bell Of Moline. ILL.,, and
Miss Stella Bu"naugh and Z,la Davis.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Hear Booker J.. Washington,
Monday evening at the Chautauqua
meeting. ..-
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Chester Bass, the only son of c.
A. Bass, of Give, Iowa, has pur-
chased new top buggy, whereby he
and his lady friends can enjoy bliss
full pleasures.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Remember the fishing party that vii;
leave Tor Middle river Saturday, the Path
!; ,;-r' The pr!cc is only 50 cents for the
round trip.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The tariff bill has passed the United
States senate, and is now knocking at the
door Of the house for passage. We hope
that it may pass soon and not delay any
thing that might iniure the cause Of the
coming Of prosperity. Through the kind
ness OF Il. T.. Barton, the editor received
the complete tariff bill rs passed by the
senate
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Miss Maudc Watkins OF Albany. Mo i,
is expected to visit Des Mpines, soon.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
KEB NEWS.

Benefit for Il. NJ. lIynsman, July 12th
was q success; s6.O was realized. Mr..
II. was injured in the bank last Thursday
by being caught between cars. The injury
was sever :, but he has greatly improved
under the treatment Of DR.. Lawther, the
company physician.
Mrs. Mamie Logan, Mr.. Edmond Mrs.
Black ami Conway, arc on the sick list.
Mrs. Thos. Miller left Monday for Dan.
lermIine, Iii.
Work is good here. July Cd was pay
day and the boys got their money to enjoy
the Attn.
Rev. Lee Douglass and Rev. Geo. Banks
preached here Sunday night.
Keb Sunday school is improving. Snpt.,
Mrs. Bruse; Assistant Supt., Sorrel; Sec,
Miss Ada Long; Teachers, Mr. Washing
ton, Mrs. DR.. Lawthcr and Ella Bates.
Mrs. II. Conway's child wandered from
home and was lost during her mothers
absence.
Keb has All interesting band that is ma.
king good music. They ought to have
new instruments.
Mr.. Walkup had man arrested for be-
ING too familiar at his home,
There is some talk of building new
church here.
The wife of f.. w. Evans is absent on a
visit. Rev S. j. Carter is proud; new
baby girl is the cause.
The change from white to colored min
crs of this place seems to have become
wise one They are giving entire salts
faction to the company. 1t is DISPOSE
,on upon the part OF few. however, not
to wvrk, quit to loaf, but we understand
they must get move on themselves
Most of the miners here arc industrious
and stick to business. We are happy to
state for the number Of good men wanting
wo,k that the prospects at Keb are good
for those desiring steady work.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16
lOWA'S LEADING COL0RED PAPER.
CITY NEWS

Mrs. c. w. Henry who has been somc-
what i'll, is improyin.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Miss Eva Robinson left Thursday
for Marshalltown to attend the Ma.
sonic annual reception at that place.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

The Bystander does all kinds of
lob printing. Give MS call.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1897-07-16

Mr.. Henry Shelley is sick, being
unable to work the past week.