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The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03
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The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

The Paris papers are telling an In
teresting story OF a newly-elected MEM
Der OF the French senate. N. Bassine
like many OF his colleagues. Is n self
made man, and began-life as a Journey
man mason. In that capacity he was
employed 10 renovate the seulptural IA
cade OF the Luxembourg palace, when
the architect, noting his skill and In
dustry, said 10 him by way Of encour-
agement: why. you couldn't be max
Ing a better job Of II II IL were wour
own house" The young workman
smiled, and is said 10 have answered.:
"one never knows what the future may
bring forth" He had at the time no
political aspirations, but all the same
he now sits as senator In the building
he helped TO adorn.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03
RELIGIOUS NOTES.
s. Peters A. M. E. Church.

Miss Hannah Howard mo more.
At the residence of Mrs.. Hattie
Thurman, 303 9th ave. On We'd
nesday evening about Il o'clock
she quietly passed away. She has
been ailing for about six months,
but she bore up bravely until the
final summons came. She came
to Minneapolis in 1856 and has
since that time made her lone in
this city. She was a member of
st. Peters A. NJ. Il. church, a
faithful and good member she was.
The church sustains great loss.
and she has many warm trends
who dropped a tear over her bier.
She knew nothing of her kindred.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

woodsnwAre WORKERS, Union No. 80.
Meets secund and fourth Monday 81 Geyrnan
u Hall, NO kain g. NE NJ l.. Mash Prsul
dent; w. A. Scott, Secretary. MA 9Th sc. NE.
switchmen's Union.
NJ eta second and fourth SUNDAYS al Alexnn
dor Hail. Dan Smith, master; W. b. In gnlls
secretary.
Theatrical stage Employee Union No IL.
Meets fret and third Fridays &C Alexander
Hall, At II 7. NJ, Joseph Wells, President
Henry Score, Secretary, tis It'll ave s.
typographical Union No. a..
Meets first Sunday at Alsxandas's Hall "a and SO
sixth Street south ~ ago p. m. John w. Haya,
PRESIDENT A. N. Newton, Secretary, ti3 North
westarn Blcek.
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AGENTS WANTED.

THE ADVANCE desire. 20 secure
sEents for eesry sssy. village or town,
and oiIers a liberal commIssIon 20 agents.
THE ADVANCE Is an easy seller, and
those who are wIliiag 20 take axeneirs
and hustle Tor sui scrsptio1s eau earn an
independssf lIvins. Write at ones FOR
terms. Address THE AFRoAMER-
IcAS ADVANCE. 81 WINDOW BIosk.
Mlaaespolss. Man.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mr.. J. D. Cooper, who hrs been visit
ing in our city about seven weeks left for
home in Mora, Mimi, last Thursday,
after very pleasant stay in our city, the
guest OF Mrs. J. H. Loomis.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

The photos OF the young ladies' that
presented the May Queen Dance and
Coronation at the May party of st.
Peter Clavers Sodslity finished by Shep-
herd is a gem of beauty.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

womsnkind snaffsa 1900 600 pounds
OF American snuff last year. That II
not ali. for mush foreign snuf was
consumed, on which tfs most precious
wss the Portuguese article. TOO years
old and a. dry and fragrant as mummy
duss, and doubtless uaec BY oid.faah.
lansd persons.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Among those who assisted in
entertaining at the Gibbs recep-
ton was Mesdames w. r. Morris,
T, Rice and NJ. Z. Singleton.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mrs. Jones. mother of Mrs. w.
7. Grey, who has been an invalid
for years almost succumed to
her fatal ailment Sunday night.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Earl Beauchamp is one OF the young
est men who have In recent years been
appointed 10 q colonial goyernorahip.
He IL not quite ~ years Of age.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03
ST. PAUL.

The musical committee of ST. Peters
olayer's Sodality are preparing to give
grand excursion down the river in the
near future.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Farr, of St.
Paul, spent Decoration day with
Mr.. and Mrs. R. It. Grey.
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S0CIETY-DIRECTORY,
MINNEAPOLIS.
@. U. o. o. o. r.
81. AnthonY I.n,Ira 81. aa11

Sc. Anthony Lodge No. ss11
Meets the first aud third Wednesday In
each month Tor the transaction OF bust
ness, LIST avenue y. and Washington,
#,.,.,,-#. A. III. MYRICK, N. e.
JAMES A. SCOTT, Z. =. L. o, Box az.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Miss Sadie Farr was the guest
of Miss Mamie Weir this week
be not surprised at future devel-
opment.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mr.. Maurice Hickman attended a
social meeting OF the Cleveland High
School Alumni, OF which he is member.
The gathering was held at the residence
OF Miss McCauley of Burr street.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

The ADVANCE tenders regrets for the
inability to publish the large quantity Of
ST. Paul local matter which came to our
Office this week. Explanation on editorial
page.
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ST. PAUL.

NJ. JANIS. A. ~. y. CHURCH
Rev. .. &. ABdersoB, Pastor.
Cor. Fuller and Jay streets.
Sunday services. 1890 n. m; 7.3O o.
M. Wednesday prayer nesting. 500 pm.
~. PETERS cLAyER's
Father PTintsn.
Cor. harrington and Aurora avenues
Sunday Services. Mass. 500 y. m.
High mass. 1880 q. M. EFeBiHg aeTVles
az O'Clock. -. Peters t1aver's
ss,dHlity u srta the first H0d third Mon
days ~ each month.
PILGRI1 Baptist CHURCH.
Rev. -. =. OfBsy, Pastor.
Cor. 18Th and Cedar
SUNDAY services. Preaching nj 100
n m. and 7s9J y. m, sunday Seh0sDi nj
1870 O'clock Wednesday HyEninK
general prayer meeting
NJ. PHILLIPS EPIscoPAL MISSION
4G3 Rec street. bet Aufcra and UuiYsf-
sity.
SUNDAY services. Morning PRAYER
IAtany and sermon. Il 90 q ~ +: Aua Gay
school and ChiidFsa's Ysepefs = 90 D. IN /.
EyeasObg and Sermon 500 .. m .
Wednesday Evening Prayer and Lecture
500 o. m: ridaJ GBOlr Ksbssrsal and
Brotherhood ~ ~. Andrew. 500 o. n.
All are cordially lnvited. Bsata ffss.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

The stars on the United States coin
age are six-poInted, while the United
States flag carries hve-pointed stars.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

DIR. Weaver left Wednesday on
a lecturing tour in the State, in
the interest of the Freedmen.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Miss Mai Williams left last
night for Des Moines, Ia, where
she goes as delegate to the Sun.
day School convention which was
in session there June IL.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mr.. f. G. McGhee entertained at lunch
last Saturday at the Commercial Club
the following distinguished coiored
gentlemen: Congressman Geo. +. White,
OF North Carolina, w. II. Franklin and
Rev. Freeman, all three delegates to the
Presbyterian convention.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Miss Evelyn Hickman will be the ac-
companist at the graduating exercises OF
the Rice School, which takes place in
the Assembly hall OF the Central High
School building. Miss Hickman has
acted l. .nis capacity for four consecu-
tive terms and has become almost indis-
pensible to the school.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Miss Mary Williams. OF 1888 Arundel
street, entertained at lunch on Thursday
last, the bride and groom, Mr.. and Mrs.
ID. Charleston. Those present we're Mrs.
Gertrude Lucas, Mr. Britton Coleman,
OF Colorado Springs, Miss Josephine
jackson, Mrs. Rosea Williams and Mr..
Alex Payne. The delicacies OF the sea-
son were served en- courses.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

The public drill given by the
Uniform Rank of X. of p. last
Wednesday evening at Labor
Temple Hall for the benefit of St
Peters was a decided success. They
simply captivated the large audi
ence that came out TO hear hem.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

I'm Griffin is suffering from a
are attack of the La grippe.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

r. W. A. Reid, OF Chicago, was the
i Of his brother, ]. G. Reid, Tuesday.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03
MINNEAPOLIS.

Iiss Victoria Webb is on the sick list.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. Turner two
of our most wealthy residents,
prepared an elaborate spread at
their beautiful elegantly furnished
residence in honor CT TIE dis
tinguished and most esteemed
educator and Divinity Trc lessor,
DIR. w. II. Weaver, OF Baltimore,
and his cultured secretary, Mr..
Fred Stewart. The menu could
not be surpassed by those set
apart for the use of ruling powers.
Mrs. Turner prepared the dinner
in elegant Southern style, suited
to the taste of the DIR. and the in
vited guests who by a singular
coincident all happened to be
Southerners, the French coffee
was excellent after the desert.
Chancellor cigars was the last
resort which served as a quietus
in lieu of discussing the leading
issues of the day. The elapse of
an hour signaled a separation
which was not agreed upon with
out feeling of displeasure. Those
present were: DIR. w. Fl. Weaver,
Mr.. Fred Stewart, Rev. w. S.
Brooks, Editor j. M. Griffin,
Editor ]. c. Reid, Mr.. and Mrs.
Chas. Turner.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

NOTICE -1bsBgss snd corrections
will We Haade 9on notifying the otiss,
n We hnvs neglected 20 plnse sattss Of
asy sOetefy 10 6bs shove directory "a H.
because we de- not ks0w ~ IL or bsye
nst seen lie 0fieeys. HsB1 name of any
Lodge, paaes aud time q nesting, name
u ofsesrs q Z 10 wIii Be Inserted.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

WANTED-To rent nicely fur
nished room to gentleman. APP
ply between 9 and Sp. m. at JOAN
5th st. S.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Peck's Bad Boy" is drama
that will be rendered under the
auspices of the young people next
Friday night.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mrs. s. r. Brooks writes that
they is enjoying excellent weather
in Indianapolis.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

II has been automatically reported that
Mr.. Bob Cole, who was seen here a few
months ago, departed this life the early
part OF the week. Many of his friends
in this community mourn the loss OF this
distinguished actor OF our race, who was
an honor and credit to the profession.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mr.. Ensley Mitchell AMI Miss
Zelfie Coleman were united in
matrimony by Rev. w. Brooks
last Wednesday. Only few
close friends were present.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

There will be a grand musical
at St. Peters A. M. +. church,
June I4th, at which Mrs. r. d..
Minor, the American nightingale
of the Northwest, will sing. Some
of the best talent has been en-
gagged. Prof. Gray's orchestra
will be in attendance.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

is. Della Wright is on the sick list
week.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Irs. C. Harrison, ST. James, Mo-, is
guest of Mrs. viniger.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Rev. ID. II. Harris, since last
August pastor of Bethesda Baptist
church, left Wednesday morning
for Chicago, where he assumes
charge of another church.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

FRS. Lena Raglan is fast improving.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Next Sunday is quarterly meet
ing. Communion at 3 p. NJ. Rev.
j. G. Anderson of st. jane church
st. Paul will preach.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Mrs. Levie Spencer of Montreal,
Canada, will spend her vacation in
the city visiting her father and
mother, Mr.. and Mrs. Chesney.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

! RS. Jennie Hornbeck, formerly Of
'neapolis, is now Mrs. Jennie Smith
hatfield, MINI. After a separation
yer thirty years from her relatives,
pugh the efforts Of ner husband, Mr..
lib, she has found four brothers and
sisters living at Magnolia, Miss, at
bin place her parents did fourteen
s ago.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

he colored w. G. T. U. will conduct
ices at st. James East Side, Sunday
hing, June 11tb. A special program
be prepared for the occasion. All
bone. Mrs. l.. A. Rogan, president;
/. Della Wright, secretary.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

h. J. L. Neal and his little daughter
was injured in a railway accident
Sunday between this city and Cedar
lids, while en- route to attend a con-
ion We are glad to state that their
|ries were not serious. Little Cora's
was broke, and her fathers knee
|tured. When heard from at the
Jar Rapids Hospital they we're doing
and is expected home within 10
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

lie church Aid Society which met at
Rosa Changers last Thursday even-
was well attended.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

The "Suwanee Ribber Quartet
made a decided hit last Sunday.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

One Of the saddest occasions your cor
respondent has witnessed in many
months was the two funerals that took
place at the ST. James A. M. Il. church,
Wednesday afternoon. The first was
Richard Manning, who was crushed to
death in railroad accident, caused BY a
heavy rainstorm and waahout on the
Great Western road, on May 10Th, near
Oelwein, Iowa. The train was running
over lowlands, when the track began 10
settle and the train was derailed. The
rain was coming down in torrents, lightn
ing was flashing and thunder peaIing
The porter, Mr.. Manning, was crushed to
death at the forward end OF the first sleeper
Richard Manning; who was killed, had
been a resident OF Minneapolis for several
years, and for long time in the employ
OF the Pullman company as porter.
When the accident occurred, he was ma
king mp berth. The train came to a
stop with such violent lnrch thai he
was thrown with great force against
corner OF the berth, and the side OF his
skull was crushed in, causing instantane.
Gus death. Mr.. Manning was 40 years
Of age, and leaves a wife and three chill
dren. He was a member Of Pioneer
lodge Of Masons, Of 81. Paul and the IA
neral took place under its auspices Wed
Desday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from
st. James A. M. r. church, st. Paul.
The church was crowded 10 the doors.
The funeral service was conducted by
the Masonic Order Pioneer Lodge. The
lodge was well represented. Rev. J. G.
Anderson preached most touching SER
mon one that brought tears TO the many
eyes OF those pressnt--his text was taken
from Pslams, Goth chapter. 80 teach MS
TO number our days" Quite a large
number, were over from Minneapolis.
The second funeral was that OF Mrs. b.
Howard aud baby, 2l0 Pleasant avenue,
who departed this life Monday morning.
One can only imagine the sad sight Of
q mother with her babe IN her arms, cold
in death. gone 10 meet their God. Our
Heavenly Father moves in mysterious
ways; great wonders does He perform,
Mrs. Howard leaves a husband and
many friends 10 mourn her loss Rev.
Anderson preached another impressive
sermon ain the morning II Aourisheth
and groveth mp; and in the evening II IL
cut down and witheretb.g
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03
CHURCH DIRECTORY
MINNEAPOLIS.
81 PETER A. NJ. u. CHURCH.
HeV. w. y. Brooks, Pastor.

ST PETER A. NJ. o.. CHURCH,
ReV. w. y. Brooks, Pastor.
Cor. 22nd at, 9th ave. South.
Sunday services; Preaching, 100 n.
m. Sunday School, 300 q. m; evening
services. 800 3. m. General prayer
meeting. Thursday evening. 800 q. IN.
WAymHn Home Clrcie. Tuesday evening
at different residences. Parsonage, 22J5
Ninth avenue South.
BEsTHEDA BAPTIST CuURCH.
Rev. -. ~. Harris, Pastor.
Between Eleventh and Twelfth avenues.
Sunday services. Preaching At 100
"A. m; sunday School, 1880 .. IN; Chris
tiHn EndesVor, 1880 .. m. evening ser
Vices, 800 .. M; Wednesday evening
general PRAYER meeting, 500 p. m.
Parsonage 1920 T. ghtb street South.
ST. THOMAS MISSION.
Rev John >. Fauds. In Charge.
GI5 Sixth avenue South.
sunday service 400 .. m: sunday
School, 800 .. rB.
NJ. JAMES A. NJ. y. CHURCH.
HsS. q. %. King. Faster.
Between Frat avenue and sscon 81 rect
Southeast. near Exposition Bldg.
sunday serviees Preaching at 100
a. m: sunday School 300 o. m. even.
meeting Thursday evening. weekly
meetings ~ the Debating Club.
ST PAIL
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

The drama "Tell Your Wife," at the
Unity church hall for the benefit of Pill
grim Baptist church last Friday evening
was success Each one OF the partici
pants covered themselves with glory in
his or her respective part. The hall was
not as crowded as it should have been
but what was lacking in numbers was
made mp for in enthusiasm. Those taking
part were: Misses Viola Gee, Bessie
Mills, Gertrude James, Mrs Leona
Mason, Messrs. Geo. James, Allen
French and Chas Miller. The costumes
OF participants were very fine, indeed
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

pc OF the most elaborate social func-
/ given this season, was in the form
reception at the residence OF Mr..
Mrs. Jasper Gibbs, in honor OF the
DIR. Weaver, OF Baltimore. who was
lAgafe to the Presbyterian conven-
recently held in this city. The re-
lon rooms, dining room and hall,
profusely decorated with potied
t. and cut flowers which did not fsil
nd an artistic and aristocratic APP
|ance TO the beautiful home OF Mr..
Mrs. Gibbs. Refreshments we're
served 10 elegant style by special
tdants. The reception committee
Mesdnmes r. T. Gray, Dr.. r. s.
n, Frank Williams. j. C. Reid, Miss
PIE Wsir. DIR. Weaver expressad bis
Rurs IN having the opportunity u
isg the representative cifizens Of
prey city. Al an early hour The
repaired 10 their bones, Feaving
esvcrthy compsiE@nts TO Mr.. and
Gibbs for conducting the reception
Zee gzsad and royal s.yle.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

reaching at st. JAMES Sunday at II
|. and 8 p. m. Morning subject, 20,
d, l Beseech Thee evening, subject,
|ath in the Pot" by Rev. King. All
come.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

II. J. NJ. Oliver, who is well known in
city as an all-round theatrical man,
spend the summer in Minneapolis.
Oliver was proprietor of travelling
red troupe which gained him much
,riety he was very successful.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

hssts Tse@4ays 81 u Washington Aesaus I
bird As-og ~ stgand. Pfesi4eass AFthas Y
Ktslt. ss<gsaagy. % m1mnsldl sss neEah.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

k@4s ssoond tstsrdsy ~ ~ Bass0n i5loek
"a HastiGgs, Prea4usf. n. 6zlilsna. AeesssnsT
al ~ az tsensf-
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

be resignation OF Rev. Harris from
|pas.orate OF Bethesda Baptist church
les the church without a pastor. How
services will be continued as usual,
some one will be engaged to occupy
pulpit at each service.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

r. and Mrs. Shepherd entertained
d. H. Harris at breakfast Tuesday
ming.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

representative Jas. H. dickinson Of
roit, Mich, who has been visiting his
br, Mrs. Wier, left the city to resume
legislative duties at lansing, Mich.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

esdames Addie Stamps and Mary
,herd visited Mr.. and Mrs. Wells, OF
ka, on Memorial Day. They report
Dst enjoyable time.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

emembsr the great camp meeting
will be conducted by Rev. j. VIII
o and trustees OF st. James church,
mencing Sunday, July 2nd.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

here was quite a surprise party ten
"a Rev. J. Will King and wife,
rsday evening the 18th, by some I'M
Ferted friends Of the st. James
Fch. They loaded the table with
~ good things TO eat, God will bless
cheerful eivers. These are they that
Y in the party from Washington ave.
d by Mrs. Ida Braggs, Mrs. VIM.
|nbers, Mr.. J. johnson, VIM. Grooms,
ID. e. Gibbs. Mrs. G. Harrison, Mrs.
Cooper. Mrs. L. Gardner, Mrs. j.
pc. May God bless these good peo-
And make them good Christians.
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03

Meets IA bed fkarpdays AlsxahasF's n Al
Wm Dahl, PfmMfdants Nj j. MeBFAgh Nne
FstaSy. Us Fhfrd ev y.
s.11..~....ss.ns.s Ffnt..
The Afro-American advance. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1899-19??, 1899-06-03
LABOR DIRECTORY.

If the .esrv,aris. OF the varloa. ualon. Who.
card doca net appear Will send II IN we will luuuss
II IN this column,
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1899-01-10
lOckE'S MILLS.

Work was begun in Z. l.. Tebbets'
saw mill the first OF the past week.
Mr.. Berriment Is st work cutting
pine for Charles Hussey.
A man by the name Of Miller has late
ly moved here and Is employed in the
spool mill.
Edith Emery is having q severe time
with sore throat and Is unable 10 attend
school.
Walter Goodwin WAS in town lately.
A little daughter Was born to the wife
OF Charles Herrick Tuesday, Jan. Sd.
will Cross Is drawing wood 10 this
village for Ransom Cole.
Miss Fannie Goodwin has been very
sick st Ahner Libby's where she has
been working but Is some better at this
writing.
There are great many In this vicinity
that are sick with the prevailing dis
temper.
We are having quite variety OF
weather. Monday morning the Their
mometer registered rs below zero and
Thursday morning WAS nearly 40 above.
We have also had both snow and rain
during the week with but little Of either.
Mrs. Sadie Chapman has been taking
care Of Fannie Goodwin.
L. l.. Tebbets bad car load OF corn
and one OF oats unloaded st this station
the other day.
Bertha Grover returned to her home
last Wednesday.
The school Is very small this week
owing 10 so much sickness.