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The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
The Art of Conversation.

Conversation should not be mono
logue. Do not start stories, wh.cE.
like those in the Arabian Nights"
cannot be told in one evening. Sug-'
gestion in conversation is everything.
The charm of conversation is the un-
expected.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
A Cnse in Point.

Mrs. lanniug-John, l bsEeVe you
are the biggest liar in the world. The
fact is, you don't care a fig for me, or
you wouldn't try 10 deceive me all this
time. There was a time when you said
/ was the best and sweetest woman on
earth.
Mr.. Manning-And you believed it.
Then why can't you believe the little
Abs I tell you nOw?-Boston Tran
script.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
Positively Brutal,

Wife, wonder if l could get a silk
waist to suit my complexion?
Husband-Sure. Cutr & Slash are
advertising hand-painted silks.-Chi
cago Daily News.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
ADVANTAGE
OF
BAILEYS
improved Truss.

ton with perfect safety.
All uncomfortable and injurious steel
spring pressure is avoided.
ne pad is held in place bv woven
bands, which retain an equal pres
sure IN all positions Of the BODY.
II can be worn in bed, a great desid-
eratum to the young as tending to a
perfect cure.
1t IS the only suitable truss for chill
dren and females.
ne proper amount OF pressure can be
wrought TO bear and maintained in
NY position without pfnching or
h. IN to the Wearer.
II vi sure hernia If placed on the Da.
ITEM efficiently early.
Excepting umbilical, il is the hest
truss ever offered for all kinds of
hernia.
II IS so perfect and comfortable in IFS
adjustment that the patient in
snort time forgets he is wearing If
ISee the cert, ,icate of Mr.. Daniel
JOhnson.) -'''N'
Sent postage paid to anv address m
receipt of price; S3 for single and &
for double truss -
In ordering, give location of hernia
right or left sid d meaSurar1ant
Satisfaction give money rafInJaJ
when the truss Is returned in GOOD
order Address: 1oo
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
4 ReprOOI.

She (walking home from church,
Did you notice that lovely Partisan
hat Mrs. Styler was wearing? l
could think of nothing else the whole
time.
He-No, my dear, can't say did.
To tell you the truth, I was half
asleep most of the time.
She-Thenyou ought TO be ashamed
TO own il. A nice lot of good the
service must have done you, must
say.-Ally SlOper.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
He Knew Her

Mrs. Gabbleton (at the seashore)-
Must keep my mouth closed while in
the water?
GabbletOn-Yes, if possible. - Chi
cago Daily News.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
Almost Too Generous.

Patience-Is your minister liberal
in his views?
Patrice-Oh, yes; he often breaches
for two whole hours. - Yonkers
Statesman.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
4 Strained Position.

The fellow who wants 10 hold Office
n quite a dilemma is found
He cant keep his nose 10 the grindstone
And also his ear 10 the ground
N y Times
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
FRANKS OF BIG EET
Travelled Through Water Pin.
Shut Down Factory.
owners OF the EstaBIishmeD, n,
the Value of the Afopx,s. - 'ae'
at Not Less Than Three
Hundred Dollar

A wel!-deyeIoped eel Oh p ,...
exploration, says the BrooEIr- 'I-' NJ q;
arrived the other moruing ---sl
works OF the Barrett Mann. -s
company, foot Of smith STR. -''-3
promptly suspended all on-rl.. ID
there. The anguiIIa teuUiro.,-.. -'-'-'
tering, blocked d two-inch wat -, Il
winch feeds the boilers and Pr. SS
such general disturbance H.. sea
men were thrown out of .urr'
ment Tor more than four hour. ~ 2
eel2hlp was extracted with ca.,.+-I
able difficulty, and when ne.
was -ound TO have the fo..s.,'
dimensions:
Length ..............
zro-rF - ..-......-... .-.--s
Length % flEs .......... -.' ..---5!
- .-LA across La----...-...... --=!
~ N-5--~ .r-rr.-. .....--.....-. -~a
Age, estimated ............... .---i
Where the eel came from f.
than any OF those who saw hin. .-.'
explain, but all have a srr.-r ~
Plclon that he came from uB ss,.
wood way, and for many wear. +.
ported in one Of the big Re-.
from whence flows BrookIr-.. ....
supply. 1t was $3.50 O'Clock when ~
new arrival was first d.>r.-.--4
before that hour Err----
Patrick Welch went 20 Chief E-r.-.
George Stewart and Reported ,-..
not so much as 2 drop ot Wafer r.,
flowing into the boiler.
Chief Engineer Stewar- r4--,-.s
his search for the trouble. He -a-7-s
on the water pipes to learn II arr,
where he could find an oa,---.-..-
Away up near the ceiling be r..E.
cred something wrong. With Et. s,.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
They Do, Indeed,

There are some people who believe
that Heaven is on this earth"
We'll, women help the theory
along"
in what way?"
doesn't each one think her children
are angels ?"-Chicago Record-Herald.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
They Say.

land will not capture the cOlored
vote.
The officers club is being fire.
quently used.
Judge Kimball gave the officers
6 lecture in the Police Court on
Monday.
There is one way to succeed and
that way is to do what is right.
There are times when one should
smile,
What has become of the leading
negroes.
If any one can fell what the Bus
mess Mems League accomplished
at Richmond, The Bee will second
the motion.
The negro in America is .pecu-
liar being. He never knows when
he is hurt.
He may be able to distinguish
between right and wrong some day.
If you are certain in what you
do, don't hesitate in doing it.
The so-called independentmove-
ment in Maryland is a bubble.
Mr.. Pearrie will be elected in
November the independent move
ment to the contrary notwithstand-
ng.
1t is so strange that no eolored
man can be appointed in the Police
Court.
Some people can never see any
good in the negro.
There should be a change in the
lieutenancy of the 8th precinct.
1t is always best to hear both
sides of all questions before you
come TO a conclusion.
A good citizen is one who knows
how to treat his fellow man.
A bird never flies so high that
he is not compelled to come to the
ground for food.
Never do anything in anger be-
cause you may do an injury to your
self.
The nobIest man in the world Is
lie VLobashnmanity in his soul.
The next House of Representa-
tlves Is IN doubt.
The COlOred american sees no of
fee in sight, hence it put on
an independent dress last week.
It is not certain how the negro
will vote next fall.
Trimmers and apologists always
put on peculiar uniforms.
The Bee knows its du-y and
hence it needs no advice from trim
merS.
Colored delegates from the South
will be scarce in the next Republi-
can Convention.
The Bee will not be surprised if
Georgia does not follow Alabama
and North Carolina.
This is werld Of deception and
false doctrines.
There was not much danger in
the Washington contingent being
lost in the shuttle at Birmingham,
Ala.
Don't be alarmed at the next
political bomb that goes off.
Speaker Henderson had some
reason for declining the nOmina-
tion.
There will be some hot times in
the next National Republican Con-
ventiOn.
Be truthful and then you will
never 90 astray.
The Washington bee., 1902-10-25
Cats E1terminate Bird,

cats have become so numerous IN
switzerland that the exterminstion
Of the birds is feared.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
MT. PLEASANT NEWS.

The w. G. I. u. met at the A. M. b.
church Saturday afternoon.
Miss Myra Carter resumed her studies
in High School again, after q long
absence on account OF her health
Miss Delphta Norris of Des Moines is
in the city called by the illness Of her aun &
Mrs. Trimbles.
Rev. Williams Of Burlington assisted Rev
Ferribee Sunday with the quarterly meet
ing. On account of the weather no s.
many were out.
Elder Malone wsll preach at the A. NJ
E. church Feb. IL.
A company Of young men treated the
I. X. >. girls to - sleigh r.de last Friday
night. After riding around tor couple
of hours they repaired to a west side
restaurant and took refreshments There
was also another crowd out Saturday
night.
Mrs. Robert Anderson is recovering
from her recent attack of the Suirzy anGs:
now her daughter Gladys is suffering
with it.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
MUSCATINE NEWS.

DR.. Peter Tomley is on the sick list.
The Stewardess will give an entertain
ment at the church Thursday evening.
Mrs, Annie Clay was called to Iowa
City last week to see sick relative.
The many friends, white and colored,
wese panied to hear Of the death of MIR.
Joseph Carr, which occurred at his home
in Butterville' Friday morning. Jan. 81.
Mr. Carr had been sick for ten months
with dropsy. His death though daily ex-
pected came as a shock to the community.
He leaves to mourn him, his wife, one
brother and sister. Mr.. Carr was kind
husband, good neighbor and was respect
ed by all who knew him. In his death
Muscatine will loose one of her best color.
ed citizens. Mr.. Carr was born In
Charlottesville, Va, March 6. i843 In
1858 he enlisted in Co. II, 11th u. s.
colored heavy artillery, serving until dis.
charged in Oct 1866 at New Orleans.
Ae was member Of q. A. Il. and tie
f. O. T. The funeral was held at the A.
NJ. e chnrch Of which he was a member,
Sunday Feo. 3, at 2 p. m. Rev. Gordon
of Ottum wa delivered beautiful discOur: {
The choir sNeetly sang appropriate
hymns, among them some of Mr.. Carr's
favorite hyms. The church was crowded
with friend come to pay last respect to 6
good man. The 6. A. 4. and Co. q at
,eaded in body. The services nj tht
cemetery were conducted by the &. A. R
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
NEWS FROM BUXTON.

Mrs. Jas. Shepard is in Muchakinock
caring for her son who is sick
Jordan Graves who worked at mine
No. IL at nights dropped dead while at
work Saturday night. Mr.. Graves had
been in poor health for long time but
was able to keep at work. He leaves q
wife and three small children. the young
est two months old, to mourn his death.
Mr.. Graves has the sympathy of the en-
tire community in this sad hour OF death.
Mr.. Graves was an earnest christian
and member of st. Johns A. M. e.
church from which place the funeral was
held Tuesday.
w. T. Washington of Muchakinock is
in Buxton on visit.
Mrs. John T. Washington is enter
tanned at tea in honor of her mother Mrs.
Patton of Boone. The following ladies
were present: Mesdames Morris VIII
liamston, Misses Anna Terr and Elnora
Eupanks, and Rev. Williamson and Rev.
Arthur Of Centeyville. After delightful
two course luncheon. The ladies and
preachers talked together as ladies some
times will. Then they went home saying
they had good time,
w. l.. Perkins is in Muchakinock on
Business.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
CANDIDATE FOR JUDGE.


Mr.. Crom Bowen, of the law
firm of Bowen & Brocket, has con-
sented to announce his name as
candidate for Judge Of this dis
trict. Mr.. Bowen was born in
Vermont in 1916, educated, stud
led law and was admitted to the
bar in the Green Mountain state
in 1869, came to Des Moines the
same year, and first worked as
clerk in Governor Merrill's Office.
w. H. Flemming, who was Gov
ernor Shaw's private secretary
was Governor Merrill's private
secretary. In 1870 he commenced
the practice of law and has been
actively engaged in the practice.
He has never held any elective
Office except school director,
which he was elected to five sue
cessive terms. He is a good con-
servative and careful lawyer, and
by, his long experience and ripe
age will if elected make an excel
lent judge. His many friends are
working very hard for his norni-
nation. ..... 49,.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Ten ladies of the A. M. E, church
have been appointed chairman OF as
many special committees, which will
cover every phase of the church work.
The object of the committee is to form
systematic and organized force OF
work for the church. About sixty
ladies have been assigned who don't
belong to any of the other auxiliaries
The Presidents are: Mesdames Cleg-
gett, Banks, Palmer. Shepard, Hum
burd, Williamson, Fletcher, Tayor,
McDowral, Berney, Dickson, and Hall.
The enthusiasm over this work is great
and already captains are arranging for
entertainments, and many others
asking what they are to do; all ex-
pressing willingness.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
FOR CITY MARKET MASTER.

George Logan, the son of jeff Logan
of East Des Moines, is candidate for
Market Master. Young Logan was
born in this city in 1872 and was edu-
Gated here. He worked for Geo. Red
head and the Y. w. c. A. for six years;
then quit to accept a position as court
bailitf under Geo. Mattern, which
place he now holds. George is an
honest. good young man and we'll re-
spected where known. His father,
jeff, who is one of the best known
colored men in Iowa, has always taken
an active part in the party. George
will be strong among his white friends
and they are using their influence to
land young Logan. He will appreciate
any support you may give him.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
rusKEGEE NOTES.

The Tuskegee Negro Conference will
meet in annual session at Tuskegee, Ala,
Wednesday, Feb. 10. 4
You can easily afford to stop one or
two days and come to the Negro Confer
ence. You can not aflord to miss the
many helpful things which are said at
these meetings, concerning the color, q
peepe.
Principal Washington is now eentiingz
special and pressing invitations, asking
their presence or that Of some representa-
tive, to the presidents Of the various eda
c;-tional Institutions for Negro youths
throughout the country and to the editors
of all the newspapers published by Neg
roes, at The coming conference.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
FOR JUSTICE OF PEACE.

Aug. Youngberg, one of the East
Side business men is a candidate for
Justice of Peace of Lee Tow nship. He
was born in Sweden ~ years ago,
came to America, this city, 33 years
ago; went into the grocery business
and remained there for 10 years. He
then went into the clothing business
and remained in this business II years,
until last year his health become i'm
paired by confinement and he was
forced to retire; since he has regained
his health, He has never asked or
held any Office, although his friends
have asked him to run several times.
He is good careful painstaking man
and will make a good justice. His
many friends are working hard for
him. He is friend to the colored
people. ~ -r.'..
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
Lateat Fad Of Critics.

The latest fad of critics, the New
York Press says, is to rebel against
the names of months. They point out
that 1t is absurd for Europeans ane
Americans of today to dedicate one
sixth of the year to the memory OF
julius Caesar and Augustus, to name
a third after heather gods and GOD
desses, to have two months OF doubt
full nomenclature, and to designate the
remaining four by misleading numer-
lcals, September being obviously ninth
and not seventh in order
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
FOR JUDGE.

James A. Howe, well known
attorney, is candidate for judge
of this district He is one of the
best known young lawyer in the
county, was born in Michigan in
1865, came to Iowa in 1876, work
ed on farm, except while in
school, until twenty-one years Of
age. He attended Drake Univer-
s1ty, graduating from the law
department in 1889, and has been
practicing ever since. He has
always been an active republican n
worker all of his life, was chair
man of the county central COM
mittee and elected county attor-
ney, 1894, and reelected in 1896.
He made one Of the best and con-
servative county attorneys Polk
county has had for many years.
He organized the Cummins Y Young
Mems club last summer, and took
the club to Cedar Rapids, al
though a young man yet. He is
socia BILE, conservative, safe and
thoroughly reliable, with good
Judgment, and deserves your sup
port.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
ALBA NOTES.

Mrs. Anna Jones left Abba Sunday
morning for Des Moines, called there on
account of the illness OF her sister
A sleigh load of Abba pourg people
went to Hilton Saturday njght-a surprise
on Mrs. Mrs Reese Underwood
The A. NJ. f. literary society discussed
the debate: That the United States,
should pass law for free and unlimited
coinage of silver regardless Of other conni. !.
rles." Decided in favor Of the negative.
'Women's Sufferage" will be their next
question for debate.
Rev. Ed. q. Jackson ssreturned from
Clarinda Saturday evening. where he has.
been for the past week. g.5
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
lme1eratlon from Europe

More immigrants are said to nc stG
slving from Europe this year than ever
before. Most of them come from
southern Europe and Scandinavia,
Italy furnishes the largest quota this,
season. Most of them are somins
vest to work on railroad extensions or
the Burlington, Union Pacific and
Great Northern. Italians, 1t Is said.
are tho best track workers that can
be obtained, and they are replacing
the Chinese heretofore employed hT
the railroads on the Pacific coast.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07


Hull from the Seventh
he
graduating he taught college, college
of
au He settled in Marion pracced Knoxville for
colleges
in Collegiate
Maids 4S@s1 IS u N5@e# =
worthy association have reached
wisconsin, Richard Illinois
n n
His him sympathy
with ability
Hull
eand all oppressed dhuman
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Mr.. w. 81. Hodges and Fred Wrigh
employees at the legislature acsompa-
MED the members on their trip to the
State Normal School at Cedar Falls.
The latter in speaking how we'll they
were treated by the students and white
people while there. Says there was no
discrimination, no difference on ae-
count of color Mr.. Wright said felt
more like saying am really an Ameri'
can citizen after all. Quite a compli-
mentary mention was given them in
the Waterloo daily paper.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
SAYLOR MINES ORGANIZE A
PROUTY CLUB.

The citizens, with few white repub-
licans met last Wednesday evening to
hear Judge Prouty, candidate for the
republican nomination for congress.
The other speakers were Rev. Henry
McCravens and John L. Thompson.
Each made good speech and the au-
dience was much enthused. After the
speaking was over a Prouty club Of
about forty was organized by eleeting
A. Burrell, President; E. NJ. Hendrix,
Secretary.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
"paperins Up, SILK Goods

Silk goods should not be folded IN
white paper, as the chloride OF lime
used in bleaching the paper Will i1n-
pare the color of the silk. Brown or
blue paper is better; yellow lndia
paper is better still. Silk intended for
dress should not be kept in the house
long, as lying in folds causes IT 30
crack or split. White satin dresses
should be pinned up In blue paper
with coarse brown paper on the ous-
eide. sewed together at the edges.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
Lord Chancellor ss England.

Lord Halshury. the Lord Chancellor
OF England, fn the son of DR.. Stanley
Lees Giffard. who was editor OF the,
London Standard for twenty-seVen'
years. His grandfather, noted Dao--
lin politician Of the union period, john
Giffard, had for more than genera
eion the sole editorial control OF shs'
Dublin Journal, which had been seart-
I'd and for fifty year edited by George
Faulkner, the friend Of Swift esaa'
Chesterfield.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
Police station Opposite Mission.

A police station has been estab-
lished opposite mission house Of the
Baptist Missionary Society in Pales-
tine, so that all entering the house
may be watched. This is to hinder
any Moslems who might wish to hear
of Christianity from coming under
the missionary's influence.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
ODD FELLOWS ATTENTION.

For the annual State Meeting, De-
partment Council, patriarchs Militt n t,
I. 0. o. f., at Marshalltown, Iowa,
Feb. 20-21, 1902, the Iowa Central
Railway will sell excursion tickets at
rate of fare and one-third from all
call on local agent ar address Geo. 5.
Batty, G. p. & t. A., Marshalltown,
Iowa.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Jurors. for this term of the district court.
Sunday was decision day in the A.
M. E. Sunday School and the superin-
tendent, officers and teachers were
made glad aver the decisions made by
many of the school to step out for
Christ.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Mr.: w. r. Humburd, nephew OF w.
II. Humbard, of Maroeline, Mo-, arrived
our city last week to make this city his
home. We welcome young Humbsrd.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Mr.. Il. J. Holmes, who was stricken
with paralysis last October, is gaining
use Of the strickened limbs, which in
the course Of nature will return slowly.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

and were very impressive. The fiOra :
decoration were beautiful and profuse
TO know him was to love him.
Rev. Gordon while in the city was the
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. K. e. White.
Mrs. Edward Baines entertained at z
O'Clock dinner Monday afternoon Revs.,
Gordon and Taylor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
CHEAP RATE VIA WABASH.

On the 4th and 18th February the
Wabash will sell Homeseekers tickets
to points in thirty two states and ter
ritories. Any person looking fos
home or location should write for
pamphlets, rates, etc. to S. w, Flint,
Passenger & Ticket Agent, Des Moines
Iowa.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Don't forget to give me call.
Equal Rights Barber Shop and Bath
Rooms, $40 West Third street Bath
rooms open until IL on Sundays.
CHAs. J. Roy, Prop.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Mr.. Chas. Richardson has been con-
fined to his bed on the account of SICK
ness for the past week. Later. His
condition is very critical at the time OF
going to press
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
Mr.. E. w. Thompson is on the sick
list this week.

Mrs. U. 8. Jones OF Abba, who was
summons to the bedside of her sick
sister, Mrs. G. B. Woods, arrived in the
city last Sunday.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Mrs. G. B. Woods who has been very
sick AZ her home for several days, 1s
mach better at present and her friends
are hopeful Of her recovery.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Notice to all members of the coIored
Republican League OF Des Moines are
requested to turnout next Monday
evening, Feb 10th, as matters of i'm
portance are to be discussed. ~
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

The Iroquois club will meet with
Miss Effie Wade at 775 West Ninth
street, Feb. 1s. The question:: Re
solved that education is essential to
success in life; will be discussed by the
members.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
Dairies of New York,
Phone o07,

Outside of the business of supply
ing New York with city milk, the
farmers of New York state have an
investment of $43,450.000 in cows, and
a corresponding amount in dairy
farms and fixtures-an amount not
less than $3.50 ,O00, ,OO0
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07
= Z ~"
soon.

Sunday night the pastor OF the A.
N. E. church will preach from the
subject, ''The Excellency of the
knowledge OF the Resurrection of
Christ"
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

Mrs. Fitch. who has been sick for
some time, is improving Her many
friend will be glad to know this fact.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1902-02-07

The subscription rate to the BY.
stander, at Sl.OO per year will close on
the 10th of this month.