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The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-07-25

The District Conference of the M
e. Church will be held at Grace M. e.
Church August 10Th.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-07-25

Rev. J. NJ. Smalley and wife an
Mrs. j. p. Roberts, were in st. Lou
Sunday and attended the corner stor
laying of the M. e. Church at Bridge
ton, suburb of st. Louis.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
Letter from "Citizen'
who questions verac-
ity of another.

Mr.. Edtor:-Will you kindly permit
me space in your valuable paper to
call the attention of the public to
the fact that the defeat of the local
option in Springfield to some extent.
is due to the instability of some of
our would be leaders, who went a.
bout seeking for honor, that was not
for Them, or personal gain. We
make this statement from the fact
that there are one or more Of our
would be leaders who took a decided
stand in favor of local option and
prayed fervently that God wipe the
dram shops out of existence, and for
reasons that the managers of local
option campaign did not take them
into their confidence aud place them
in places Of prominence, we have
been Informed by respon sibe per-
son that one Of the party in cues
tion went to sister city and made
a stump speech in favor of the sa.
loon men and it is credited to him of
having said that saloons are benef-
cial TO the colored people. | call the
attention of the public to this incident
because of the fact that the other
race, in a sense, judge US as a peo-
pie, by those who put themselves in
the front or call themselves leaders
of the race. Now is the time that
colored people should keep watch
fitness over such would be leaders
in the future aud whenever such
persons put themselves up for places
of honor it is the duty of evry col
ored person to use good common
sense.
The names are it'll held for the
future. signed. A CITIZEN e. - L.
The Union missionary program
will be rendered at Uuion Bap
tist church at 81 p. m. tomor-
row. The missionary societies
of each church will appear on the
program.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25

The General Conference of the
Methodist Episcopal Church
convenes in Baltimore, Md, May
., 1908, and is said to be the lar
gest deliberative body in the
world, having as it does, every
race am nation on the globe, the
proceedings from this quadren-
NAL body is watched second only
TO that of the Republican Nation
al Convention. This too, being
the AOolitionist Church, and the
religious body that has within it's
fold a tremendous Negro contin.
gent. is still the more eagerly
watched. Furthermore the ques
ton of Negro bishops is present
ing itself now at every quadren-
mum, there being now one Negro
bishop to Africa, the Rt, Rev. [.
B. Scott, of New Orleans, an
able man and ripe scholar. II
will also be noted that many of
the ablest men of our race. are
affiliated with the M. e. church.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25

The greatest of all newspapers is
the daily Globe-Democrat, of St. Lou
is 1t has no equal or rival in all
the west and ought to be in the hands
of every reader of any daily paper. It
costs by mail, postage prepaid, daily,
including Sunday, one year, $500;
months, $500; 8 months, $3.50;
daily without Sunday, one year, $500;
months, $500; 3 months, $1.0O. Sun
day edition-a big newspaper and
magazine combined, 4S to 76 pages
every Sunday, one year, 5000; 6
months, 81. A subscription for the
Globe-Democrat, at these prices, is
the best possible newspaper invest
ment Send your order today or write
for Free sample copy to Globe Print
ing company, st. Louis, Mo. See spe-
cial offer of the "twice a. Week" is
sue Of the LOBE-DEMOCRA
Two Years for s125, elsewhere in
this paper.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
Matrimonial.

William Anderson and Miss
Bertha Owens, both of this city,
were happily united in marriage
last Tuesday evening at Pleasant
Grove Baptist church, 18th and
Cass streets, at $50 p. M. Rev.
Bloodworth, pastor in charge,
officiating. A crowd was pres
ent to witness the ceremony
They will reside in the city. Mrs.
Armstrong, who was to have de-
livered a lecture Immediately
after the marriage, failed to put
in her appearance, being indis
posed in St. Louis. She is ex
pected to arrive in the city today
and make arrangements for lee
lures at the various churches.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
T. D. Elks, Excel
sior Lodge No. 81,

An organization Of ladies, aux
Hilary to the B. P. O. e. of the
world, was established ia this
city with mem bership of thirty
eight ladies'. The following are
the officers:
Daughter Ruler-M. Retta Davis
Vice " Ida Osborne
Asst 6 M, J. Rollins
Chaplain-Susan C.. Davis
Escort-Marie Bender
Financial Sec'y.-Ivora Smith
Recording " Mamie Hagan
Treasurer-Mattie Tucker
Gate Keeper-Mamie Hodge
Door 4" Laura Johnson
Organist-Della Grady
Trust aes-Lena Brown. Cora
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
A Surprise Party

Saturday evening, April IS, a
surprise party Was given in hon.
or of Edna Smith and Hortense
Jackson. The following were
present-Dorothy and May Ruth
Robinson. Clara and Marion May
Louise Curtis, Nora, Vinora and
Johnny Williams, Jennie and
MEME Osby, Loviebee Williams
Quite an enjoyable evening was
spent and many congratulations
extended.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
Passing Of a Notable

Prof. A. D. Langston, son of
ex congressman and minister
to Hayti. Hon. John Mercer
Langston. died at his home in
st. Louis week before last from
valvular, disease of the heart
He was principal of Dumas
school and prominent educator.
His father was one of the leading
colored statesmen of the early
days, when the voice of the Ne.
gro rung loud and efficacious in
the capitol at Washington. His
his mother, Mrs John M. Lang
ston, is yet living, being past 20
years of age.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
The Clubs, Social and Otherwise.


Ladies' Sunlight Social, meets every
Wednesday at the residences of its
members, discusses art, culinary, and
home circle questions.
st. Paul Sewing Circle meets every
Thursday at Lecture room of st. Paul
church, discusses all important home
circle questions.
Mothers Literary, meets every
month, auxiliary to st. Paul Sewing
Circle.
The Woman's Club, meets every
week, is the oldest club-has been and
is rescue club for the fallen,
philanthropic agency, this club has
social and juvenile section, Mrs. G.
H. Morgan is president, Mrs. Higgin-
botham is chairman, of the social Sec
ton; Miss Clara Blackwell is press
reporter for this club.
The None-Such, is social club
among the younger society folk
meets every Thursday.
Don't Worry Twelve" is composed
of the elderly married ladies-meets
weekly.
Lodges and their meeting nights
and place of meeting will be carried
for 25c the month. We have all man
ner of lodges here.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
Will Hold
Spring Fair

The Willing Workers Sewing
Circle will hold their annual
spring fair at tn Union Baptist,
commencing Monday, April q,
and continuing the whole week.
Tuesday d surprise program will
be rendered, Wednesday. a grand
musicale. Friday evening, a mus
lcal and literary program will be
rendered by the young misses.
All are invited to attend.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25

Rev William Wood occupied
the pulpit at Pleasant Grove
church last Sunday evening,
preaching able sermon.
Misses Elvla and Nellie Rud-
olph, of Lincoln, were visiting
friends in the city Sunday,
ooh, Douglas! Thou hast passed be
yond the shore,
But still thy voice is ringing Ger the
gale
Thou'st taught thy race how high her
hope may soar,
And bid them seek the heights, ner
faint nor fall"
Paul Laurence Dunbar on Free
Douglass.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25

The various Sections Of the
Woman S club will give their an
Gual entertainment on May 18th
at ST. Johns church.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25

What did Taft mean when he
said the presence of the colored
soldiers in Manila was a detri.
ment to the morals of the Filipi-
no?
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
Chicago, Ill.
The Forums staff.

e. L. Rogers, Editorin-Chief and
Business Mgr.
Will H. Barbour, Asst. Editor.
w. L. EDWARDS, Political writer
Miss DAISY DONALDSON,
Proof Reader and Stenographer.
T. u Office Clerk, Book
keeper r.~4 siA.>
Mrs. E. L. White, Contributor.
H A. Donegon, Lincoln.
MISS BLANCHE HOAGLAND,
Bloomington Agent and Correspondent.
Address matter for the paper to The
Forum, 3O51a So. Sixth st.
Matters of business or information
to E. L. Rogers, Mgr.
CONSOLIDATED STREET CAR
ROUTE.
FOlQIS OIL lUI6TcSL
Springfield's Attractions and How to
Reach Them.
Lincoln home-Corner Eighth and
Jackson streets-take South Eighth
car.
Lincoln Monument, Oak Ridge Gem
etery-take North Fifth street cars at
Fifth and Monroe streets.
Parks and Pleasure Resorts.
Washington Park, southwest of city
take South Second or Lawrence ave-
nue. cars. Reservoir Park, northeast
of city-take North Seventh cars.
Camp Lincoln. The permanent
camp grounds of the Illinois National
Guards. Take Rutledge or Camp
Lincoln cars. State Fair grounds,
north of city. Take North Seventh
cars. White City Park east of the
city Take East Capitol avenue cars
at Fifth and Monroe.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25

Kirby, Clara Mccain
Watch for date of grand enter.
tainment to be given by Excel
sior lodge.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25

Mr.. Brcton, representing the
Burr, Britton, Cook Gold Mining
Co of Goldtieid, Nevada. was in
the city this week selling in this
ompany.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1908-04-25
See Him

Go and see the Wonderful Clairvoy-
ant and mind reader, and Fortune Tel
iel, 10 oGio 70 tel you any thing you
want to know Gives you good luck in
any respect, takes off spells caused
by any evil influence which has been
caused by witchery or hoodoo.
Call on w. M. Martin, at once, 10
East SD street.
chicago. Ill.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
EXPERT ILLUSTRATES
VITAL BOXING POINTS

In delivering swing never strike
so hard that (if your opponent steps
back and does not stop the blow you
will lose your balance. Never. In
starting to swing. drop the hand below
the level OF the hips. lin no maneuver
In boxing, by the way. should the
gloves drop below the level OF the
hips.)
have seen Tom Sharkey. who was
one OF the heaviest hitters among the
pugillsts OF his day. start swing
from behind his back (instead OF at his
side) and send the blow around with
such terrific force that, missing his
man (who jumped back out OF reach)
he whirled halfway about and fell
with a crash to the ground, merely
through the impetus OF his own blow.
That is not boxing. II is not even
clever smuggling. II is blind brute force.
Many man on whom Sharkey
CHANGED to land such swings went
down and out" from the fearful I'M
pact. But many more pugilists easily
avoided Sharkey's wild swing and bull
like rushes, and ere the aggressor
could recover himself landed O sue
cession of lightning.llke blows on his
face and body and got away" I'M
scathed.
Terry McGovern, who was the typ
ical "whirlwind fighter" said to. me
once:
II never swing. II leaves man too
open. The chances against Its sue
cess are too big. use hooks, but not
swings."
The hook" is merely n short.arm
swing. 1t used to be called q half
hook" or "half.swing." In q hook the
arm is not lowered or drawn back, but
comes around toward the objective face
or body, with forearm and upper arm
about ut right angles to each other.
The arm thus in shape and motion Is
not unlike a grass hook or sickle.
Bring shoulder and weight Of body
around when hooking" as in n swing.
Guard q hook as a swing Is guarded.
The hook, like the swing, may be de-
livered with either hand and for the
face or for the body.
You are not nearly as much exposed.
however, when you send in hook. as
at least part of the arm you are EN-
ploying is always in front OF your
body. The blow, too, travelling rnuch
shorter distance than does the swing,
Is much quicker. 1t is OF use only at
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
MOST MIRRORS ARE DECEPTIVE.
To Get q True Reflection, Glass Must
Be Draped.

Ones reflection in mirror never
does one justice. Comfortable thought
for the plain and pretty alike. Com
plexion, expression and color are all
really better than the shining glass
makes them appear. Let not her to
whom nature has been sparing of her
charms despair. II she would see her.
self in the deceptive mirror as others
see her with the eye, or as nearly as
possible, let her hasten to diapers
shop and buy a quantity Of soft. pure
white material-gauze II possible; II
not, Swiss or India muslin will an
swer all right.
Be sure to have It pure white. and
after polishing the surface Of the mir
ror gather the material at the center
of the top and bring It down softly
at either side, framing the glass soft
ly in folds of pure white. When this
is done to artistic satisfaction peep
in and see what transformation.
The true tints of the complexion, the
expression OF the countenance and the
eyes, the correct color of the hair, will
be accurately reflected.
This is one of the milliner's Oldest
secrets. Many Of the most artful Of
them drape the glasses in the softest
drapery OF pure white. It is done with
the view Of giving their fair patron
esses the best view Of themselves pos
sible, administering in this way little
subtle flattery. while showing OF the
headgear to the best advantage. This
''tip," therefore, possibly may cause a
return to favor Of the draped toilet
glasses Of q few years ago.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
Importance Of NesIIgees.

To leave home without putting into
the bag or the trunk negligee Of some
sort would be to court all sorts of dis
comfort, for after an exceptionally long
run every woman needs the relaxation
of her kimono and her slippers. There
are ianumerable soft, noncrushable
fabrics of which negllgees may be
made, but none prettier than the chal-
lies in Persian patterns or the thin
cashmeres trimmed with wash RIB
bons. Some tourists, however. rely
upon matinee jackets matching their
silk petticoat. and these. Of course, re-
ouIre the minimum OF space and an
swer perfectly for lounging purposes.
but net for bath robes nor to facili-
tate hasty flight from . hotel in case
Of ine.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

comparatively close quarters, not hav.
ing the same reach as does the swing,
nor requiring in every circumstance to
be used merely as counter. In both
hooks and swings everything depends
on the speed and accuracy Of the blow
and on the power Of putting the force
and weight of the body into It. Re-
member, when I speak OF putting the
force and weight Of the body" into q
blow, do not mean that, in friendly
bout, you shall strike with all that
siren. n. But the power should be
there, used in moderation, and capable
of far greater use II necessary. In the
hook the body movement Is given
more prominence than in the swing.
and in the "jolt" most of the force of
the blow depends on the cooperation
Of the body.
This brings me to the "jolt" itself.
A swing is delivered with the arm
stretched almost to full extent; hook
with the arm bent at an angle of
about 80 degrees. A Jolt is delivered
with the arm doubled at an angle Of
almost $50 degrees, the elbow out from
the body. It is always close-quarter
blow.
Holding your right arm elbow down.
hand up, lead for your sparring part.
ner's jaw. moving the hand less than
IL inches in delivering the blow, but
rising on the right toe and throwing
the right shoulder forward, to lend
additional reach and power to the lead
In jolting with the left, rise on the
right toe again excepting the left foot
fiat on the ground In both instances).
and bringing forward the left shoulder
with the blow.
The shoulder and arm should not
move straight forward, but with Q
slightly circular motion. This puts
more force into the Jolt.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
Clean BATHING.

Il is necessary to keep all bathing
accessories pure and clean. The
sponge, II It shows signs of souring.
should be rubbed occasionally with
fresh lemon and rinsed several times
in lukewarm water. A sun bath also
purifies a sponge. The soap should be
allowed to drain and dry on after the
bath and never be allowed to soak In
the water.
Lastly the tub should be carefully
rinsed and cleansed ready for the
next occupant. This is a little point
which should be unnecessary to men
ton, but Is. alas. often forgotten or
neglected.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

and body and gathering extra momen-
tum from the long distance 1t travels,
Is far more powerful than the straight
arm blow, but ION the same principle
OF q straight line being the shortest
distance between two points,, 1t Is
also much slower blow. II your spar
ring partner led a straight blow for
your face at precisely the same in
slant that you swung for his face. and
II neither of you moved the head. his
blow would land before yours. For
that reason, the swing should always
be used as a counter and not as lead.
To swing for the body. use the
same method as in swinging for the
head, except. Of course, that the cir
Gle" you describe takes q slightly
downward instead of upward curve.
Swing for the heart with the right,
for the wind with the left. When
swinging for the kidneys. cross the
small of the back "a blow that should
never be employed in friendly bout
between beginners), use your right, as
the other man will be standing with
his left side slightly forward, and the
small of the back will be more exposed
and more easily reached from that
side.
ing the blow forward, or by catching
1t on the palm Of your glove and
knocking 1t outward. II possible.
when you see a swing coming step
back out of reach and be ready to at
tack your antagonist before he can
recover his balance. Or else step In
too close for the blow to harm you.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

A swing for the face is guarded by
raising the right or left hand (ac-
cording to which side the swing comes
from). so that the arm from fist to ell
bow is perpendicular (hand upper
most, of course). the glove to one side
of the head being at about the height
Of the ear. Or. II you prefer. you can
usually guard a swing that is not too
swift or too heavy by the same means
with which you would guard straight
blow. Guard q body swing By catching
n Rlancing on the forearm and throw
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

I was in misery. and had despaired Of
ever getting cured when I decided to
try Doan's Kidney Pills. One box helped
me SO much that kept on until en-
tirely cured" I
Sold by all dealers. 80 cents q Dor.
TosterMilburn Co., Buffalo. N. Y.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

Write for literature and Views Of
the richest and best watered land in
South Texas, now being sold BY me
from 10 to $40 acres and two town lots
for $40 at $40 per month. DR.. Chas.
F. Simmons, San Antonio. Texas.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
FARMERS WAKE UP.

chance to buy a farm In the Garden
Spot Of the United States, In Atascosa
County, Texas, near San Antonio.
From 10 to GAO acres and two town
lots for 1910 Write for literature and
views. DR.. Chas. F. Simmons. San An.
tonic. Texas.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

I'VE live in an age Of wonders" 70.
marked the inventor.
"Yes." answered his disconnected
spouse: wondering when the money
went out and where it's going to
come from"
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

Simple waist of cloth or silk. The
plastron is cut in one piece with the
shoulder pieces and new sleeves; the
sides are plated at the top, tho plaits
opening out over the bust.
The collar-like revers are Of velvet
embroidered with soutache. and the
chemisette is Of muslin or mousseline
de sole, made with tucks and open
work embroidery or fagoting.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
Doubtinu 70.

"Sir." said the imperial ruler Of al
the Russias. do you realize what q
gulf OF inequality yawns between or
binary humanity and an autocrat?"
Dear mel" answered the doumaite
in mild surprise. is this gulf PROPOSE
ton O czarchasm?"
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
The Contrary Child.

Mrs. Popley-IIittle George won't
take milk at all now. He used to take
II but
Mr.. Popley fcrossly)-No. and It's
all on account Of your imprudence.
my imprudence?"
Mr.. Popley-Yes, you allowed him
to hear you say 1t was good for him.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

"Had comp'ny To- dinnah yisti'dy.
Nah husban' stopped at Mr.. Green's
store Saturday ebenin' an done got Q
fine spring chicken"
"Yaas?" replied tho jealous neigh.
Dor. Dat Mistah Green sho' Is dc
mos keerless, onsuspectin' MANI
Philadelphia Press. ,e-
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
HOW TO DELIVER "sWlNo,"
"Hook" AND "JoLT," As
TOLD BY TERHuNE.
WIDE SWEEP NEEDS CARE
kttack and Defense for Face and
Body Blows-some Good Fighters
Never Use Struggling Methods
Blows Must Have Weight.
BY ALBERT PAYsoN TERHuNE.

Athletic Expert OF New York Evening
World author OF Muscle
Building" etc.l
Copyright. by Joseph b. Bowles.)
Now let us try q right swing. When
your opponent leads for your face
move your head to the left. and at the
same time swing the right arm, keep
Ing the palm turned out and the back
OF the hand toward your opponent.
The swing. carrying as 1t does. the
cumulative weight and force OF arm
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
Anelant City Of rhshss.

The city Of Thebes had q hundred
gates and could send out at each gate
10000 fighting men and 200 chariots-
In all, l,O00. 200 men and 1900 chariotA
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

ago i began TO nouce
sharp pain in the
kidneys and q bear
ing down sensation
through the hips.
dull headache ana
dizzy spells. Dropsy
appeared. and my
feet and ankles
swelled 80 I could
not get my shoes on.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
ALoaleal concluslcn.

'Mr. Pursington says he believes Q
man should pay rs he goes"
Judging from the way he gets IN
debt, he must be accustomed To- trav.
cling Observation-Disclosures Star.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18
lnnnortanf 10 Mothers.
Gplkes In lt.

Tommy Rott-Huh. it's all right for
you to laugh whom I get spanked. but
your ma doesn't use barrel stave.
Eddie Fye-Well. it's just as bad.
She uses pas shoe. and he's . base
ball player.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

Last years impulse in favor OF bro
cade and heavy satin appears to have
come to nothing.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

The passion for straw braid in vari'
GUS weaves permits Of many color
combinations In millinery.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

Aliens FOOt-Ease l. . certain cure tuf
so sod IN n ci p~s:. and P sIS: Dos
accept any substitute. Trial package FRnE.
Addrsss Allen s. 0lmstsd, L. Roy. n. \.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1908-06-18

DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY.
Write at once to DR.. Chas. F. Sim
mons, San Antonio. Texas. for In
formation about how to buy from 10 to
GAO acres and Q town lots Of the most
fertile land In Texas for 500. payable
SO per month.