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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

dered and accepted the position OF
teacher of piano music 10 the Wiley
University, at Marshall, Tex. Miss
Kicks graduated from the conservatory
of music of the college here last June.
and is an accomplished musician. The
Wiley university is one Of the leading
educational schools for Colored people
in the south ana the position rendered
Miss Kicks is considered splendid
tribute to her musical ability. MIR.
Kicks was an Alabama slave prior 10
the war and this is the third of his
children to win success for themselves
Mr.. Ricks' eldest son. w. L. Ricks is q
practicing attorney in Louisville. Ky i,
and after graduating from the high
school here worked his way through
the University of Minnesota and then
through the law school Of that insti-
tuition. Another son Nelson Kicks,
took up forestry and landscape garden
ing and last spring graduated with
honors from these departments of the
University Of Minnesota. and is nov
holding an excellent position in St.
Paul. The daughter is The third mem
Der of the family to complete her educa'
tional work and 60 out into the world
TO fill position of responsibility after
mastering the essentials through edu
cational channels and overcoming OBJ
stacles that would have discourage the
majority of her race.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
A. M e. S. s. Board EntertainS
Former Superintendent.


On last Wednesday evening the Sum-
day School Board Of st. Paul's A. M.
E. church held an informal reception at
the residence of the Superintendent,
Att. S. joe Brown and wife in honor
of Mr.. T. E. Barton of Washington. D.
c.. formerly Superintendent of the local
school. Toasts were responded to on
"Our Sunday School" cts Past" by
Mrs. Anna Allen; "Its Present" by Mr..
H, Gould; ''Its Future" by Mrs. Lizzie
Glass; 'Its Normal Department" by
Mr.. VIM. Shackelford and Its district
by Mrs. S. Joe Brown, Dist. Supt.
Miss Bertha Allen, formerly organist,
sang her original composition "Our
Sunday School," especially written by
by her and dedicated to St. Paurs A
M. E. S. S., and Prof. w. H. "arricks
sang his original arrangement of the
23rd Psalm. Mrs. E. B. Elliston also
sang one of her beautiful solos. Mrs.
M E Haworth gave toast to "Our
Guests after which Mr.. Barton re-
sponded in his own fatherly manner
with some very wholesome advice stat
ing that the affair, together with the
Meeting of his isrt S. S teacher, Mrs.
DR., Jenifer in Washington, D. c. the
past summer made this one Of the most
eventful year of his life.
Master Clyde Glass and Miss Ida
Crews dispensed sore delightful music.
Mrs, Brown was assisted in serving by
Mrs. Fred D. Jackson and Miss Lorna
Wilson. 1 ,.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
REPUBLICAN, TRIUMPH.

The election is over and the
shouting is ended, and Republi-
canism has Triumph once again,
and we can sing with a joyful
heart "Praise God from whom all
blessings flow." The good
sense of the common people has
averted democracy and calamity
and has retired the boy orator
from the Plat to the relics Of
the past. And again the Grand
Old Republican flag waves in
triumph. The people spoke in
thuudering tones by a large ma
jority against the enemies of
prosperity, law and order and
with their votes they smashed
democracy ballot-box stuffing, dis
franchment and jim crow carism
we hope forever. We congratu-
late the common people upon
their good judgement in thus Sc
lecting a Republican president,
and a Republican congress to
continue our present prosperity
and era of good feeling that we
may 60 from achievement to
another, and within the next four
years we hope that the good peo-
pie will not have to meet such a
combine conspiracy to destroy our
prosperity. Thanking those who
have labored hard, and rejoicing
with them we say HIP HIP HO-
RAY, for the GRAND OLD
PARTY. ~ #
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
BURLINGTON NOTES.
(Last Week.

On last Monday evening Dot. 10th
Mr.. s. l.. Tigg, our mali cayrier,
through mistake of the dLu9g;st was
given bottle Of creso,e instead Of the
medicine prescribed. Mr.. Tigg taken
seriously Ill after taking the fatal
dose and suffered intense agony until
he passed away the following evening"
Tuesday Oct 20th. The two little
daughters of Mr.. Tigg were quarin-
teened IN their home and were unable
to see their father during his illness,
though Mrs. Tigg was able to reach
his bedside before death came. The
funera' was held Tuesday The :7th
from the A. N E, Church, conducteil
by Rev. W. w. Williams The Masons
Court and Eastern Star were ii, attend
ance to pay their last respects Mr..
Tigg leaves to mourn his death Z
widow, two children. Ruth ana Naoma
and one sister, Mrs [.ottie Bland.
Mrs. Ida Martin of Kansas City was
in the city last week to attend the
funeral Of $ l.. Tigg. Mrs Boston OF
Canton was up to the funeral also.
The Bazaar held bv the Art Indust.
raj club last week was great success.
Hon. Fl. K Wright OF Marshalltowu
was in The city Thursday delivering an
addrt ss to the Taft and Sherman club.
While in the city he was the guest Of
Mr. J. Trent. DR.. Carey Of Chicago
also delivered very able address Fri
day evening. Both gentlemen also
spoke for the ladies at the bazaar,
which was highly appreciated.
Mrs Peter Johnson is quite Ill at
her home on South Hill
Miss Gertrude Johnson OF Oes Moines
is 10 the city to make her home With
her uncle, Mr.. j, w. Mackay.
Miss Ida Palmer and Miss Alice
Newton were called to Keokuk last
week on account Of the serious illness
of their niece, Mrs. F. Graham.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
Our beloved Governor Albert

= Our beloved Governor Albert
u. Cummins was overwhelming
ly elected to be the next U. S.
Senator, to succeed the late VIM.
b. Allison. He will take his
seat on the 7th., of December of
this year and we predict that he
will become an interesting leader
in the American congress. He
has had hard fight for nearly
twelve years, yet he was elected
over his opponent, Major Lacey,
by nearly $4,000 majority. We
congratulate the Governor, and
hope for him continued success
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

fill d house. As an entertainer and
pianist he cannot be excelled, and Miss
Emma Smith the soprano sotoist was
recalled many times. While ia the
city they were the guests OF Mrs. Mel.
vina Harris.
Mrs. Sarah Trimble entertained at
dinner Sunday Rev D w. Brown, Mr..
Braxten Harman, Miss AIDA johnson
of Galesburg, Ill.,, and Miss Myrtle
Burnaugh.
Saturday evening the Taft and Sher.
man club held meeting at the Y. III.
c. A. Rev. d. w. Brown was intro.
duced as the chairman of the meeting
and Hon. H. R. Wright, American n Con.
su'or to Honduras, was The priacipal
speaker OF the evening. His remarks
were addressed chiefly to the voters Of
bis own race; there being quite NUM-
ber to hear him.
Mr. T L. Burnett OF F .ir6eld was
down Tuesday for DAVIS visit.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
MT. PLEASANT NOTES.

Mr.. VIM. Coalson of Des Moines spent
few days in our city last week visit
ing relatives; while here he met many
OF his old acquaintances. He returned
home Sunday nigh. a. ....
Miss Lilly Washington Of Indianapo-
lis is hero to spend the winter and has
accepted position as nurse.
Mr.. Braxten Harman and Miss AIDA
Johnson o. Galesburg came last Satur-
day night for few days visit with
NJ iss Myrtle Rurnaugh.
Mrs. Militia Morton Of Des Moines is
in our city for few days visit.
1t is rumored that one Of our popular
wild ,wers is about to embark on that
wonderful voyage OF matrimony.
Blind Roone and his company gave
ore Of his fac concerts last + iday
night at the college chapel 70 . vel
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
NEW ART CLUB ORGANIZED.

A meeting was held at the home Of
Mrs, Ethel Williams Tuesday afternoon
for the purpose of organizing a club,
know as the D. Y, w. Y, K. Art club,
Its object is art and charity work. The
officers elected are as follows:
President, Mrs Berdie Wells; Vice
President, Sadie Drew; Treasurer, Mrs,
Grtrude Reeves; Rec. Secretary, Mrs.
Ethel illiams; Cor. Secretary, Mrs.
Gertrude Shackelford; Chaplain, Mrs,
Elizabeth Hughes. Executive COM
mittee-Mrs Wells, Mrs, Essex and
Mrs. Alabama Lewis.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
trude Shackelford, will sing. Every
body cordially invited to attend these
meetings.

Mrs. E T Banks, was very pleas.
ant Il. B s. g.. r, c., hostess last
Thursday afternoon from Q to S D. m.
Mrs J. B. Hamilton, the D, esident was
present and held business meeting
The TO lowing officers were elected for
the ensuing year: Mrs, B. Hamilton,
president; Mrs, Warrick, secretary;
assistant secretary, Mrs. Wilburn;
critic, Mrs, Geo. l. holt; reporter,
Mrs. z. Jackson Four new members
were enrolled, Mesdames j. Woodson,
Spaulding, 7. Green and G. Il. Woods.
A large membership was present and
a pleasant meeting held. The next
meeting will be with Mrs, e. Carr,
IT'S w, 10Th, street, Thursday the
1ath., inst. ....
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
DES MONIES NEGRO LYCEUM.

4
The Des Moines Negro Lyceum met
Wednesday evening with DR.. and Mrs,
IL H. Williams, 8l5 18th St.
Tuesday evening, Nov 10th at the
home of Mr. Braham Hyde, S21 18th
street the much talked of declamatory
contest will be held the winner to repre-
ssnt Des Moines and Iowa at the Inter-
state meetings in Omaha during. s.Decem-
Der. Following is list of those who
will participate and their subjects;
''The Leper;" Edyth Comley, ''The
Conyicts Soliloquy;;', p Mae Les;
''Tousoaint T. Overture" Mrs. S. ice
Brown; "African Chieftian," S. Joe
Brown; 1.-THE Colored Soldier" Mrs.
Matte Warricks; "Welsh Classic"
Estella Wilburn; "Ride of Jennie Nc
Neal" Frances Walker; "Go Flag the
Train," Jessie Bell; "Last Dream"
Mrs. John H. Williams; "Clarence
Dream" DR.. John H. Williams; Flor
ence Cater will appear in this contest,
her subject not having been presented
ht the time of going to press.
On Tuesday evening, Nov. 18th at
the residence of attorney and Mrs. S.
Joe Brown, 1854 5th street, the oratori-
cal, poetical and musical contests will
be he d. Everyone is invited to these
contests and. Judging from the class of
contestants represented in these various
contests, those attending will be we'll
repaid
February 22nd the Lyceum's annual
Inter-Society Contest will be held in
Des Moines, the Omaha Literary and
Historical society being the opposing
club.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Missouri and Maryland. Taft
and Sherman will have 3l9 elec-
torial votes to about 100 for
Bryan and Kern. Iowa went
Republican by about 10000 plu-
rality with Governor Cummins
carrying the state for Senator
against Major Lacey by nearly
so, 900 majority. Below will give
the name of the state and county
officers also the vote by the states
according to the latest returns.
IowA's NEW OFFICIALS.
Governor-B. F. Carroll,
Bloomfield.
Lieutenant Governor-Geo. W.
Clark, Adel.
Secretary of State-W. c.
Hayward, Davenport. :.-
Audi:or-John L. Bleakley,
Ida Grove. .-"...' -..t
Treasurer-W. w. Morrow AT.
ton. .z. .a. a..
Attorney General-H. w. By
ers, Harlan.
Supt. Public Instruction-John
F. Riggs, Sigourney.
Supreme Judges. M. Weav'
er, Iowa Falls, Scott NJ. Ladd,
Sheldon; W.. D. Evans, Hamp'
ton.
Clerk Supreme Court,-H. l.
Bosqrest, Pella.
Railroad Commissioner-N. S
Ketchum, Marshalltown.
POLK COUNTY OFFICERS.
| State Representatives. D
Hunter and John B. Sullivan.
AuditorH. B Erase
Treasurer-G. L. Dobson.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
CEDAR RAPIDS NOTES.
Especial to Bystander.)

Miss Nae Kicks, OF Iowa Fail, passed
through the city Monday evening. en-.
route to Marshall, Texas. at which
place she has been rendered position
in the Wiley University. Miss Kicks
ia graduate from the Conservatory OF
Music at Ellsworth College, located in
Iowa Falls and is accomplished musi-
clan. Having few hours in the par
lor city before her departure, she was
modestly entertained by Mesdames
". E. Morgan, Frank Morgan and
Miss Olive Dctson. The former land
latter are cousins. #
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mrs. Gertrude Shackelford and Miss
D. Mae Lee returned from MARSHALL
town early Saturday morning, after
having successfully .given vocal and
elocutionary recital at the Old Presby-
terian church. While in the city they
were royalty entertrined at the home of
Mrs. Wheeler, 5O6 East Bromley street.
They will leave in the near future to
entertain the people of Grinnell, New
ton, Colfax and Buxton.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Club No. 8 Of Union Congregational
church will give Literary and Spell
ing Bee next Thursday evening. Every
body invited. The program will con-
sist Of an instrumental by Miss Ada
Cleggett; solo, Miss Marie Bell; origi-
nal poem by Mrs. j. h. Rush; recitation
byJ Clifford Williams; solo by H. W..
Hughes.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

The Intellectual improvement club
met last Friday afternoon with Mrs 3.
Joe Brown. The topic lis the Pro-
fessional Woman Fnilure," was dis
cus.ed pro and con by all present which
made it very interesting as we'll as in
structive. The club will take up the
study Of history at the next meeting
The club will meet with Mrs Cousin.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
How to Treat a Sprain.

Sprirs, swellings and lameness are
promptly relieved by Chamberlain's
Pain Ralm This lininent reduces in
hamation and soreness SO that q sprain
may be cured in about one third the
time required by the usual treatment.
For sale by all druggists.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
prophet, hpmbug and fakir, has been
retired to the background

prophet, hnmbug and fakir, has beer
retired to the background
The old flag waves In triumph. The
country is safe, We are redeemed
Taft has been elected and all classes
can breathe free again.
What fearful disasters we have es.
capped! Misery for the poor; disaster
for the well-to do in life.
The common sense Of the common
people has averted the calamity.
While many were deceived and mis-
lead, The great body was open to rea-
son, saw the danger to our country
aud its benign ins,i utions and built
up an impregnable citadel with their
votes, against the enemies of liberty,
law aud order. With their votes they
smashed the most dangerous conspir-
acy since the overthrow of the slave.
holders rebellion.
Democracy, mobocracy, ballotbox-
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

The Christian Endeavor of st Paul's
"A. M. e church will be lead Sunday
\ evening at Z clock by Miss Ida Crews,
A splendid program has been arranged.
Mr.. r. E. Barton Of Washington, D. z.
will be present and deliver short ad-
dress. Miss D. Mae Lee will recite q
selection and Miss Crews will sing
Calvary. The Christian Endeavor
choir under tha leadership Of Mrs. Ger
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mr.. Thaddus Ruff has been appointed
time keeper of gang Of men for the
city by John McVicar. We congratu-
late MIR Ruff and hope that he will fill
the responsible position with honor to
race and credit to the city and himself.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

One Of the most pleasant events OF
last week was the Hallow'e cen Mask
party given by Miss Volive Bailey at
the home of her aunt, Mrs. Ruth
Powell, in honor Of % of her young
friends. The evening was spsnt in
games and conversation, after which a
lunch was served of apples, and pump
kin pie. Clyde Bates carried off the
best work.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Miss Ida Stro,hers. age 30 years
daughter Of M. Geo Strothers, died
last Saturday IN Omaha, Neb Her le.
mains were brought home and the
funeral held from the residence of her
father Wednesday afternoon conduct.
ed by Rev. II. W. Porter assisted by
Rev. T. L Grifi h.
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Ne 10 In New York.

An Atchison paper asks. What has
oecome Of the old-fashioned boy who
fought aaginst wearing his Sunday
clothes?" He's in Wall street heecina
the lambs. using the same methods
..iat he employed to organize Z corner
I In marbles in the good old days.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Miss Frances Walker was hostess to
the Ioarele club Nov. lst, at her home
on Lyon street. A very interesting
program was given, and an enjoyable
time was had by the members. Miss
Electa Lewis will entertain the club
Nov. 10Th. ....- .....
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mr.. Elbert R. Hall who has been en-
ployed as stenographel at the State
Repu blican Headquarters. during the
present presidential cam mpaign. has ac-
cepted the position as stenographer for
the Berlin Medical Institute on 9th and
Walnut street. ..
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mr., and Mrs. H R. Graves went to
Bnxton last week to look after the re-
mains Of their neph-w, Chester Myers,
who was sent back to Buxton from
Iowa City hospital where he underwent
sn operation from which he never re-
vived. His remains were sent to his
old home at Toshes, Va. #s
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Iwish to personally thank my many
faiends, both old and new, who have
given 50 many receptions and made it
90 very pleasant for me while in the
city. am grateful and shall never
forget them. Ishall soon return to my
home. THOMAS E. BARTON.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

st, Paul's A M. E. choir gave its 5th
annual house picnic at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. Mm. Austin out in Highland
Park last Monday evening Nov. End,
which prove to be grand affair. The
guest of honor being T. E Barton of
Washington, D &.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
A Sample of Some of the Letters
Received by the Bystander.
Chicago, Day after Election.
Dear Friend: M

It's all over now. The
most roaring farce, the most exuber.
ant display OF idiocy, the grandest
exehibit OF impndence .hat was ev r
paraded before the astonished gaze Of
the world has at last come to an end
and the political bunco man, false
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mrs. Geo. j.. Wilson, All Walnut St,
entertained at q tbeater party Halo.
ween, Mrs Frank Smith of Topeka,
Kans Misses Cassie Spears and Olive
Smith and Mrs p. f. Phillips.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Regular services at Union Congrega-
tional Church Sunday Nov. 9Th. Morn
ing service; Subject The tJng'fted
Worker evening services; "A Lost
Crown" Mems League $40; subject,
.True Patriotism" 2
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

stufting- -ocracy. bryan, Parker, Daniels
Vardaman, H. fin and TiIlman exeunts
omnes. (rhe curtain falls.)
You have been an important factor
In producing the good results. Ac-
cept congratulations.
Yours faithfully,
G. f. ADAMs.
Assistant Register U. 8 Treasurer.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Miss Revester Goals on who has been
in Chicago for some time, arrived in
the city this week and will spend two
or three months at the parental home.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06
Sick Headache.

This distressing disease results from
d,sordercd condition of the stomach,
and can be cured bv taking Chamber.
lan's Stomach and Liver Tab cts. Get
free sample at all drug stores and
try it. .@
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Clerk-J. p. Maher.
Sheriff. B. J. Ness.
Recorder-Mrs. Frame Dodson
County Acknowledgements
DeGraff.
County Superiutendeut-Jen-
ME S. Huegle. ...
County Surveyor--H. G. Cur
tbs.
Coroner-Iver G. Newlen.
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Mrs Frank Smith of Topeka, Kans.
is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Frank Spears, on Des Moines street..
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mr.. r. E. Barton will leave in few
days for ashington, d. C. to hil
duties, after having a very pleasant
visit and needed rest from duty.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

These are the pictures of
OF the young men who had
the active management of
the great Republican party,
in National, State and County
affairs, and the. party's sue
cess is due to their splendid
ability-a compliment to the
young men of this generation.
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CITY NEWS.

IN. b. you have relatives or
friends visiting in the city or going to
make visit, please inform us; we
solicit all your local news.-Ed.)
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mr.. Jones Of Omaha is visi, ling 10 our
city.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Mr.. Jesse Graves returned last Thurs
day evening from Dallas, s. Oak, and
Omaha, Neb.
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COLORED GIRL WINS DlSTINc-
TlON-I0WO Falls Woman In.
structor of rlusic in Texas
School.

Miss Mae Ricks a daughter of Mr., T.
q. Kicks, OF Iowa Falls, has been ten.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1908-11-06

Coroner-Iver G.. Newlen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-24
HALF HOLIDAY FOR CLERKS
UNCLE SAM Is KIND TO THOU
SANDS OF HIS EMPLOYEES.
Government Departments Emptied at
Noon Today for Christmas Vaca-
ton Until Saturday.

Uncle Sam made a very acceptable
Christmas present to the thousands of
clerks who labor for him in the govern
ment departments today in giving them a
half-holiday in which to accomplish the
tag ends of their shopping. At Il o'clock
noon the Departments Of State, War,
Navy, Commerce and Labor, Agriculture,
Justice, Interior and the Treasury sent
their employees out with merry Christ
mas" and closed up until Saturday morn
ing.
The Post Office Department proper also
closed for the half holiday. but the force
handling the active collections and deliv-
cries will be hard at work probably all
night tonight. Thousands of packages
and letters and a countless horde OF
Christmas post cards must be received
and sent on to their destinations
District building officials and employees
also began their celebrations or Christmas
by taking a half-holiday today At 1870
o'clock all the Offices were closed and
by o'clock the big granite structure was
practically vacant
Maj. Spencer Cosby, the new Engineer
Commissioner. will spend his Christmas
with his brothers family in New York
city. Accompanied by his mother he left
early this afternoon for the metropolis
Commissioners Macfarland and West
will spend the day at their homes in this
city.