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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
The Republican State Central
Committee.

Mr.. FRANKIE, chairman of the
State Central Committee, has Sc
cured a beautiful suit of rooms
in the Fleming block and has
selected his heads of the different
bureaus: Literary, Mr.. Adler
who is an able young man and
a regular newspaper man; for
the speakers bureau, Hon. Z. w.
Lyon of Polk county, who is the
assistant Atty. General of Iowa,
very active young republican
who is popular with those whom
he is acquainted; a friend to the
colored people and no doubt is
the right man for said position.
He will have a vigorous CAM
paign. Through the efforts of
the Bystander they have employ
ed Mr.. Ebert Hall as a stenog-
rapher. This is recognition for
our race.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
GALESBURG ULL.) NEWS.

Miss Lydia Crawford left Sunday for
Moline for an extended visit with rela-
tives.
Miss Bernice Mason is spending the
week in Peoria.
Mrs. Charles Davis charlningly enter
tanned the members of the Wild Rose
club at her home Wednesday afternoon.
number of visitors were present,
among them, Miss Net>ie Summers of
Peoria. After an interesting program
dainty three course luncheon was
was served the ladies.
Mr. Baxton Harmon has returned from
short visit to Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. Mr..
Harmon was a guest at the home of
Mr. Burnaugh.
Miss Lois Skinner Of Monmouth,
spent Sunday here with Miss Adah
Richa, dson.
Miss Dorothy Herring entertained al
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
Observe Pastors Anniversary.
Especial to Bystander.)

The congregation of the Zion Bap-
tist church colored, held special COM
memoration service Sunday afternoon
in honor of the fifth anniversary of the
pastorate iof Rev. J. A. Bingaman.
Sharing the puplit were, Rev. G. W.
Wright of the Mt. Moriah church. who
delivered the anniversary sermon, Rev.
G. L. Green, Rev. Curry, Rev. Smith
and Rev. w. h. Houseley of South
Omaha.
The sermon by Rev, Mr.. Wright was
on the history of the church, and it
was followed by program of papers
explaining the work of various branch
es of the organization, participated in
by Miss Lizzie Howard, Miss Anna Leo
and J. W. Jones. A Financial report
showed that during the service of Rev
Mr.. Bingaman the church has collected
and expended total of neary $4,000.
When he came to take charge the
church was near bankruptcy, but he
succeeded in repairing the church and
largely increasing membership
DR.. Bingaman came to Omaha from
Rock Island, and has been very popu-
lar with his people during his five
years. The Pleasant Hill seminary Of
Providence, Ky, has conferred the de-
gree of doctor of divinity upon him
since he came to this city, and he has
been an advanced officer of the Knigets
of Pythias lodge. All of the papers
were eulogistic, and in his reply the
pastor called attent to the fact that
il had been . custom before his arrival
to change pastors every year.
After the program refreshments
were served in the church palors. The
Zion church gives reception to the
qsstor. Monday, August "a.
The Mt. Moriah congregation will
celebrate the second anniversary of the
pas.orate Of Rev. q. w. Wright with .
reception in Idlewild hall Tuesday eve-
ming #
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
Editors Observations.

1t has indeed been long time
since l have attemped to write
observations, because this year l
am not out over our territory as
in the past few years, but having
a weeks spare time I made a
short trip of 7 days collecting,
making ten counties and twelve
towns after spending few days
on the old homestead with my
father, five miles west of Decatur
City, Ia, on the banks of Grand
river, for it was here that I was
born in log house on one of the
highest points of this then beau-
tiful prarie. Here 1 spent Is
years of my life, hence the sight
of the old home with its barn, its
sheds, it's orchard, its meadows
brought found recollections of
my infancy. How dear are those
scenes of childhood, the older we
grow the dearer they become.
Father was at the depot in his
buggy to meet us after holding
an hours reception with my old
acquaintances who knew more
about me then I do myself, they,
although all white were really
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Rev. DR.. J. l.. Griffin, in Supreme
President of the Rescue Association,
Miss e. c Garrett, his secretary and
Miss Alma Jones, rescue workers are
in the city, contemplating Rescue
Home in our city This means good
work and should be appreciated and
pushed by our people. DR.. Griffin has
baptised 5000 converts, fed 10000 chill
dren, free Of charge, and ss,o 900 persons
have been converted under his preach.
ing. While they are in the city they
are entertained at the home of Mrs.
Sarah Webb, 939 18th St.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
A Conference Of Republican
-----.- Workers. -, = =.

Lasr Tuesday the Republican
State Central committee invited
the active Republican editors, all
Republican candidates and chair
man of the county committee to
meet with them in conference.
The meeting was largely attend
ed, more than 1000 Of the state
leaders were psesent; only one
colored man was formally invited,
it was the editor of the Iowa
State Bystander. He in company
with Atty. Geo. H. Woodson at
tended. It was an enthusiastic,
red hot Republican lovefeast in
which both progressive and stand
pat We'd with each other, telling
how they hoped for the election
of every Republican candidate
and that they would 40 all IN
their power to see that the whole
ticket should be elected.
Hon. A. B. Cummins, J. p.
Dolliver, F. B. Carroll, J. F.
Lacey, N. E. Kendall, A. F.
Dawson, Geo. D. Perkins, Con-
gressman Smith and Atty. H.
w. Byers who proposed three
cheers for all the Republican
leaders all spoke. 1t was a great
conference.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

ate programe has been prepared by
Rev. Moore. Aside from the ministers
in the city, he will be assisted by Rev.
Rev E. q. jackson Of Burlington and
Presiding Elder Phillips. Even some
Of the children are sowing the anniyer-
sary gift of 3ic.
Developments In the past three weeks
has proved that instead of the church
being entirely out of Gebt as was pub.
lished a year ago, that the debt is at
least two hundred dollars and of sew
eral years standing, and the burning
of the mortgage was mere farce.
Miss Lena Green of Toledo is visi-
tor in the Rapids this week.
Mrs, Harry Martin of Red Oak is a
guest at the home of her relatives, Mrs.
L. Brooks and daughters.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
CEDAR RAPIDS NOTES.

The entertainment given last Thurs
day by the Industrial Art was we'll at
tended. The ladies had on sale aprons
in va1iety OF styles which found ready
purchases.
Rev. w. A Moore was out of the city
on business last Friday.
Mrs. w. M. Lavell and little daught-
or Emma are visiting friends in Ma
comb, III.
MIR. w. II. Milligan returned Sunday
from trip to Chicago.
Mrs. Chss. Perkins, who has been
spending the last two weeks with her
father, Mr.. R. Brodie, returned to Chi.
cago, Sunday.
Mrs c. M. Washington, who has
been quite i'll is much improved now. n
Sunday was quarterly meeting at 4.
M. E. church.
In absence of tho presiding elder,
Rev. Ford, who delivered the sacra.
mental sermon in the afternoon and
Rev. Holly speaking in the evening.
Mrs. A. M. Boyd is entertaining as a
guest, Mrs. Brice, of Chicego.
Mr.. and Mrs, ALBERT Powell of Mus
catine, are in the city, having been
called here by the dangerous illness OF
Mrs. Jas. Warren.
Mrs. Ora Norris is visiting relatives
ia Monmouth, Ill.
Miss Fanny Perkins has returned
from delightful three weeks visit in
Galesburg and vicinity.
Mr.. Ray jackson has returned from
his trip to the Grand Lodge of Masons.
We judge from his stay that he had a
"most excellent time"
Next Monday evening Aug. 81, Beth
el A. M. E. church will celebrate he,
thirtv.fourth anniversary. An elebor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
DAVENPORT ITEMS.

Death visited our midst once more
and took to rest Mrs, Rand She de-
parted this life Friday, August 21st
at p. M, at her home, 3?3 West Tenth
street. She was native of Bee county
Alabama, 5S years Of age, a widow
She is survived by daughter and two
sons, John Moore and James Preston
The funeral will be held at 2:2O Sun
day afternoon from the home. Buria
at Oakdale cemetery.
Mrs. Linsey and daughter of Rock
Island, Ill.,, was in our city last week
During her visit she was the guest Of
Mrs. Green, slO West 5th st.
Mrs. Todd of Chicago, Ill.,, passed
through this place enroute to her old
home, LaGrange. Mo and on her re-
turn stopped over in Davenport. She
was the guest Of Mr.. and Mrs Green
Baptist Sunday school picnic was
given at the l. l. Park last Sunday
1t was grand success,
The Eureka Lodge Of Davenport,
G. }. o. o. f., will give a grand picnic
and ball at the Northwest Turner hall
Sept 7th. All invited. Good music
and a good time. Don't forget the
date.
Bro. McGaw of 935 Brown street, is
improving very slow.
Mrs. Lambert of South Rock Island,
ILL.,, was in Davenport visiting old
friends. While here called on Mr.. and
Mrs. L. Green, 3l6 w. 5th street and
spent the evening. H.. A..
The Lawn social given by the young
people drill club was grand snccess.
The Tri-City Congress met at the
Bethel A. M. E. church, last week. A
very nice program was rendered.
Opened by Qsartettee. as follows: Mr..
and Mrs.. Green, Mrs. shelton. Mrs.
Beam; Paper, Mrs. D. 5. johnson. Res
citation, "Peter at the Gate Mrs. S.
Bean; solo Mrs. E. Shelton.
Clarence L. Gamble, the son of Mr..
and Mrs. Green has been on the sick
list for the past few days. At present
is better, and is able to continue his
daily labor.
Mrs Harris and Mrs. Williams and
daughter spent several days in Mo-,
visiting relatives. Was called home
by the sickness of her son.
Mr.. William Thomas, formerly of
Buxton, Iowa, who Is following the
Ringling Bros. show. was a Davenport
visitor Sunday, and called on us. We
were school boys together. He was
the guest of G. p. Jones over Sunday.
Those who attended the &. l.. of the
|. b. p. 0. f.. which convened in St.
Paul, Mimi, were &. II. Merchant,
Mrs. tM.urrell, Mrs. A. II. Sumbln, Mrs.
B. Murphy ond Mr. Lucas.
Mr.. b. Lewis of 412 w. 10th ST., de.
parted for St. Paul last night, to visit
her sister. Mrs. b. Davis. Will be alb
sent for one or two weeks.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

The Callahan club met at the home
of Mrs. Adam Dixon Tuesday evening"
Quite an interesting meeting was held
Mrs. Sellers of Everly, la, was present
and gave few remarks of encourage
ment. The meeting adjourned 10 meet
with Mrs r. N. Hyde next Tuesday,
where Bible outlines and character
will be read and discussed. The club
is also planning TO give another moth
ers' meeting in The near future, where
all mothers are requested to come and
bring their children. By order OF the
president. Mrs. G. Shackelford. Assis-
tant secretary Miss Blanch Allen.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
,e Strangers State Fair entertain

The Strangers State Fair entertain
ment given at St. Paul's church, Mon.
dAy night was quite success and a
rare treat to the many listeners. The
participants of the program held the
audience spell bound, thus showing
that there were talented people in 9TH
er cities as we'll as ours. Miss Margu-
rette Fields charmed the audience with
a piano solo. DIR. W. Sampson Brooks
very eloquently made the welcome adj
dress, also introduced the many visi'
tors, after which he made flying trip
to tn. Union Station where he was
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
TAKING NO MORE CHANCES.
Keepers Had Special Cartridges Fop
Poor Marksman.

Dr.. Seward Webb at dinner at
Shelburns Farms. his great Vermont
estate, said Of a certain poor marks
man: Visiting his English brother.
in.law, he shot tha head keeper In the
leg the frst nrning he tried pheasant
shooting. 90 limped away curs'
Ing horribly. ~ ~ he had wretch
ed luck, though wounded head
keeper without malice had assigned
him to a fairly good place. Bang.
bang. hang. went his gun every few
seconds. but not a bird fell before 1t.
He was much embarrassed. 1t seemed.
too, that at each Of his misses the
under keepers smiled At one another
oddly. Finally his cartridges gave out.
He hurried to the nearest keeper and
demanded more. There amt no mora
sir the man answered. No moref
Nonsense. Why, you've got at least
1000 in that box The keeper flushed
and stammered: Ah. but them amt
tor you, sir. They're for another gent
Tk-y'~e got SHOT In EN-. sir
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Much interest is being manifested ir
the Normal work of St Paul's A. M
E. Sunday school this year. Two
classes have been organized teachers
taught by the superintendent, a pre-.
paratory class taught by G. H. Mason
and the following have successfully
passed the first quarterly examination
in book 2 of the nourse, in the teachers
GLASS, Mrs. Lizzie Glass and Prof. W.
Warrick and in the preparatory class,
Miss Florence Cater, Mr. A, c. Pay
ton, ,,::Mrs. A. C. Payton and Rufus
Jackson.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
dinner, Sunday, IN honor Of Miss Made
limo Ca11andar ~ pe0ria " IL

dinner, Sunday, IN honor Of Miss Made
| line Calendar, of Peoria.
Miss Fannie Perkins eas returned to
her home in Cedar Rapids, after a visit
with Mrs Clay Bolden.
Mrs. Carter and daughter, Isadore,
of Paris, Mo-, are the guests of Mrs.
Bert Smith.
MIR. Henry Cooper of Chicago spent
several days in E. Galesburg with Mr..
Melvin Bell and family.
Mrs. Mary Richardson is improving
from a serious fall sustained few
days ago.
Rev. s. B. Moore held his last quar-
terly meeting, Sunday Rev. Mellow
ell of Monmouth preached the sermon.
Mr.. Reuben Holt spent Sunday in
Kervaree.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
A Faithful Friend.

Il have used Chamberlain's Collie
Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy since it
was first introduced to the public in
1872, aud have never found one in
stance where cure was not speedily
effected by its use. l have been com.
mercial travler for eighteen years. and
never start out on trip without this,
my faithful friend,' says a. S. Nichols
of Oakland, Ind Ter, When man
has used remedy for thirty five years
he knows it's value and is competent to
speak of it. Eor sale by all druggists.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

The Des Moines Negro Lyceum met
Tuesday evening Aug IS, at the home
of Lillian Fields. Those who were
present enjoyed the following program
Quotations from Prof. DuFols; Negro
as . viollnist and in band. Prof.. War.
rick; Vocal solo, Lillian Fields; Negro
asa composer. Mrs. ] Williams. The
next meeting will be held ut the home
Of Miss Pearl Hammitt, l4O9 Crocker
street. The evening will be devoted
to Geographical contest. All mem
bers are requested to be present.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
Cherokee, Kansas, Aug. 27, 'Os.

Annie G. Sawfoot departed this life
Aug. Goth, at Sumpter. Oklahoma, age
81 years and day; after an illness of
almost year. She trusted her body
in the hands of the Lord at all times.
She died in full triumph of faith She
leaves husband and one sister and q
host of friends to mourn her death.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mr.. Fred Johnson Of Gravity, la.,
the only son of Mr.. Henry Johnson, the
rural mail carrier and successful far
1ner is state fair visitor, while in the
city he made pleasant call at the By
stanier office. Fred is graduate Of
the high school of Gravity, and may en-
ter Draks University this fall.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mrs. Ruebin Gaines and her son Ru-
ben Jr. of Buxton, arrived in the city
Monday to have an operation per-
formed on Ruben at the Methodist hos
pltal for a defective tonsil. Rubin is
a student in the West Des Moines High
school and we hope that he may re-
cover so he will be able to enter the
regular fall term.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mr.. Thomas Bass the famous horse
man, especially breeder in the educa-
ted and high school class of Mexico,
NO., has ten head Of horses on exhi-
bition and from the blue ribbons he has
been very successful Another well-to
do Colored man near Hastings, Neb., a
Mr.. VIM. jackson, has some fine speed
horses entered in the races this year.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Our collector will be in Charlton and
Abba, Monday; Kirksville and Macon,
NO., Tuesday; Moberly, Wednesday
and Thusday; Mexico, Friday; Hunts
vile and Salisberry, Monday; Keytes-
vile; Tuesday; Marysville, and Bed
ford, Fiday, so please be prepared to
pay your subscription dues, don't put
her off as some have done.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28
Oranuiated Sore Eyes Cured.

"For twenty years | suffered from
bad case of granulated sore eyes, says
Martin Boyd of Henrietta, NY. In
February 1893, a gentleman asked me
to- try Chamberlain's Salve. bought
one box and used about two-thirds OF
it and my eyes have not given me any
trouble since.' This salve is for sale
by all druggists.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mrs. Chas. Pugh and Mrs. Hattie
Morris Of Buxton, came up to our city
last Wednesday to attend the Hender-
son Parker wedding, while here they
were the guest Of Mrs. Morris sister,
Mrs. G. j. Davis, on west 9th street.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mrs. Geo. Banks entertained a num-
her of friends ut her home 845 Crocker
street ten o'clock breakfast Thurs
day morning in honor of her daughter,
'rs. Cook. The house was beautifully
grated in white and green, break
4 ST four courses was served.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

5@ Mrs. Emma Carr and Mrs. G. l. Holt
entertained the Fl. B s. Club at pic
mic Thursday aftarnoon at Green Wo ID
Park. The out of town guests who
were present were Mrs M. Thompson, 4,
Of Chicago, ILL.,. Mrs. Nettle Carr OF
Mason City Ia, Miss Fannie Todd OF
Topeka, Kansas, and Cora Miller.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

The home of George w. Dunn was
destroyed by fire Wednesday morning.
Mr. Dunn is employed at the Card
Drug Company. The loss is estima-
ted at $500. Colorado Statesmen.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mr.. Dan Strotbers returned Sunday
morning from Boone, Ia, where he at
tended the celebration Thursday Mr.
Strothers oiaims that he was detained
by the pleadings of one of Boone's fair
daughters.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Miss Alice Lawson of Leavenworth,
arrived in the city Saturday evening
the 23rd., inst and is visiting her
cousins MIR. and Mrs. James E. Todd,
and aunt Mrs. A. Todd.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

On last Sunday Mr.. and Mrs. John
Woods delightfully."- entertained Mr.,
aud Mrs. J. r. Erickson and Mr.. and
Mrs. Harvey Brown at one o'clock
luncheon.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Miss Lily Russ and Miss Jennie
Tombs of Pennington, Ia, are visiting
in the city this week, the guests Of
Mrs. Ruth Powell. Miss Tombs re-
turned home Wednesday but Miss Russ
will remain in our city for some time.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mr.. Joe Wyatt. Of Webster City,
spent . few days in the city this week,
visiting the Fair, he is son-in-law of
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry McCraven.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

ler has charge of the A. M. E
flock; while Rev. A. G. Wilkin
son has the Tabernacle Baptist
but he has just rendered his res.
ignation and has accepted tho
Tabernacle Baptist in Moline, II
preaching his farewell sermon
| Aug. 80 and his Introductory ser
mon Sept. 6.
| Omaha, Neb. Here about r.,
0O6 colored people dwells. Many
are doing we'll, at least those who
are industrious and ambitious are
holding good jobs, both politicai
and, under civil service. There
are two candidates for nomination
before the primaries soon to be
held. They are Mr.. H. V. Plum.
mer, deputy county clerk for
tue past 7 or s years. He is a
graduate Of the Omaha High
School and is the favorite. The
other is Mr.. Lewis. Miss Lulu
Overall, the young teacher in the
city public school, is doing well.
One of the interesting features is
to visit the colored fire depart
ment, one whole station exelus-
lively colored men, and upon in
vestigation we found their record
a little above the white stations.
They were nice congenial class
of men to meet. Below we give
the names of the present mem-
bers, and some time later we
hope to run cut of the entire
company: No. II Fire Company;
Scott Irving, captain; Frank
Johnson, junior captain; Woodson
Carter, driver; Louis Selby, dri-
yer; Clarence Trent, pipeman;
Ed Turner; James Greer. and
Charles Smith (this includes both
day and night force.) Mr.. c.
Cochran is a substantial citizen,
a clerk in Carpenters Paper Co.,
for 20 years, and active member
of the Zion Baptist church aad
chairman of the deacon board.
Mr.. T. p. Mahammitt is still
pushing the quill on his paper,
The Enterprise, for the Omaha
and Nebraska people. His faith
full assistant, Miss Robinson, is
still with the force. DR.. Hutten
is the leading physician, although
there are others. Our own DR..
A. G. Edwards is nicely located
at room l8 Patterson block, 18th
and Farnam, and is starting out
we'll. He has just purchased a
a nice home. Atty. Robins is
doing we'll and has practiced a
number of years. Our old friend
Fred Smith is still practing and
doing well. He is still single.
A young man named H. J. Pinkett
is practicing. He is a graduate
from Howard University. Mr..
A. Tillery, formerly Of our city,
has a first class tonsorial shop
and doing nicely. John Hardy
former Des Moines man is rum
ming on the railroad now. He
was made happy on last Sunday
August 10 by the arrival of
bouncing baby boy. This is No.
? for John.
Next week our observations
will have Sio Tx City, and St.
Joseph.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mr.. Theadore Bell arrived in the city
Thursday morning on business and
spent few hours with his parents,
Mr., and Mrs. Peter Bell on Fremont.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mr.. and Mrs, Herbert R. Wrie ht are
State Fair visitors, this week. and
while here they are the guests of Mr.
and Mss n Gould, l2th and Center SITS.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mrs. Richard Harris Of 9th street
hassbeen confined to her home danger
ously for the past ten days, we hope
for her speedy recovery.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mr.. E. E. Butler and wife of Buxton
one of the members of the Gazette
typographical force was state fair
visitor this week.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Miss Fannie Todd has been visiting
relatives in the city left for her home
in Topeka this evening after pleasant
visit.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Messrs Geo. and Fred Lewis, of Fay
cite visited in the city this week with
their cousins tho Misses Blanche and
Electa Lewis.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Rev. w. Sampson Brooks has return.
ed from Kansas City, where he attend
ed the anniversary of Bishop Grant.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mrs. VIM. Mash Of Spokane, Wash.
arrived in our city last week and will
visit relatives and friends for seveaal
weeks.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-08-28

Mrs. Wm. Buckner who has been
spending the summer at the lakes re-
turned home Saturday.