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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Of literary training, especially the sci.
ence and art Of teaching, by which
they may become thoroughly equipped
as public school teachers. The board
of trustees while securing for the col.
lored youth one Of the best arranged
college plants In the south was also
careful In the selection Of the faculty,
which consists Of strong corps Of
teachers earnest Christian men and
women characterize by strict integ.
jrity, natural fitness and love for the
work.
In order to promote the physical
well being Of the students an athletic
association is maintained. "A large
field for the use of the students has
been opened recently. with running
track, jumping and pole vaulting
paths, circles for throwing the ham
mer. etc. Football. baseball and ten.
mis- are also encouraged. President
Miller Is very careful to have the stu
dents In the agricultural department
study the origin, formation and classi-
fication Of the soils with reference to
their agricultural values; the condi-
ltions Of fertility. and the circumstances
which influence growth; the improve
Iment of soil-its physical properties:
water. heat and air necessary to plant
growth. including methods of construc-
,,tion, irrigation, tillage and subsoiling.
While a strict discipline is enforced
iby the president and faculty Of the col
Ilege. ample social recreation is pro-
lvided forIthe students, thus making
their school days pleasant and their
other comforts homelike while they
struggle upward for the higher and
better things which the future has III
store for them. q @
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
DEs MONIES NEGRO LYCEUM

DES MONIES NEGRO LYCEUM 4
The Des Moines Negro Lyceum met
on Tuesday evening at the home Of
Miss Jessie Bell, 1104 Fremont street.
Mr.. E. R. Hall read very interesting
and instructive paper on the life and
character Of Prof. Kelly Miller, Atty.
S. Joe Brown gave beautiful address
on the lectures, essays and books of
Prof. Miller. Interesting remarks
were made by Mrs. Woodford, Miss
Nichols and Mrs. and Mr.. DR.. Bell,
after which the club adjourned to meet
with the president, Mr.. B. N. Hyde,
82l Thirteenth street, where the fol-
lowing program will be rendered:
The exploits Of the Negro soldiers in
the Revolutionary and wars Of 1872, by
Mrs. Matte Warricks.
The history of Negro soldiers in war
of the Rebellionand the Spanish-Ameri-
can was, by B. N. Hyde.
Decoration Day, by Mr.. Jesse Graves.
Observations from the State Fedora
tion Of Women's club at Ottumwa, by
Mrs. Bessie Hughes.
Report of Critic.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
HONOR FOR BENEFAcToR.
ST. Philips p. e. Church Dedieates
Pulpit to Dr.. Hopkins Memory.

ST. Philips p. e. Church Dedieates
Pulpit to Dr.. Hopkins Memory.
The celebration Of the tenth ami
yersary of st. Philips Protestant Epis-
copal church In Brooklyn recently at
tracted large number Of church peo-
pie from the various denominations.
The Rev. N. Peterson Boyd, rector OF
the church, is a Virginian by birth and
education, and much Of the success
which he has had in his new field he
attributes to the careful training which
he received in the south. During Rec
tor Boyd's six years Of labor at st.
Philips he has baptized 1873 children.
fifty adults and confirmed eighty-eight
communicates. He has married thir-
ty-nine couples and raised for all pur-
poses $14,1S6.22. st. Philips Herald.
four page leafet, is the work Of Rector
Boyd. 1t Is published monthly and
gives in minute detail the work OF the
church. The property OF the church
consists Of plot Of ground 80 feet BY
1O7 feet, a frame house Of worship
and the guild hall, with comfortable
and convenient apartments nicely fur
nished for the rector.
b The special features Of the services
were the dedication Of the new pulpit
in memory Of DR.. George Hopkins,
who was friend of the work. a2d the
confirmation Of a large class. The
pulpit was dedicated by an appropri-
ate prayer by Right Rev. Frederick p.
Burgess. The candidates were beau
tifully attired in white Bishop Bur.
CESS in a very few words said that
they had every reason to take courage
and 60 forward. He called attention
to the difference between individuality
and personality and said that the for
mer Is one Of a class and the latter Is
related to all and Is part Of q great,
throbbing world; that Christianity
looks at them as persons, but It also
recognizes the needs Of the individ-
ual development and growth and en-.
phasizes 1t in ordinances.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
ODD FELLOWS ANNIVERSARY.
The Fraternity In Brooklyn Unitss Ia
Sixty sixth Annual Sermon.

The Fraternity In Brooklyn unitss In
Sixty sixth Annual Sermon.
The most important event In secret
societies in Brooklyn recently was the
celebration Of the sixty-sixth anniver-
sary and thanksgiving services by the
/ Grand United Order Of Odd Fellows.
The auditorium Of the First A. NJ. e.
Zion church. where the services were
held, was filed beyond its seating ca
pacity with members Of the fraternity.
who were eager to hear the Rev.
Frederick NJ. Jacobs preach the thanks
giving sermon.
The lodges present in body wear.
Ing the regalia Of the order were:
Mount Zion lodge, No. 1870; Alpha.
No. 1881: Morning Star, No. 147O.
and Cherubim lodge. There were
present also Queen Esther, Olga and
Victoria households Of Ruth and the
Juveniles. Past Noble Father J. 81.
Harvey was chairman OF the day. and
Past Grand Master Edward Henry
was master OF ceremonies. Past
Grand Master Charles s. Lewis and
Past Noble Father g. 4. Lane also
took leading parts in the ceremonies.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Prof. G. |. Holt read most interest
ing as well as instructive paper on
music Sunday night at Union Congre-
gational church, before large and APP
preciative audience. We as a race
should be very proud of this young man,
who has reached the topmost ladder
through his own merits. We wish him
success. Two beautiful selections were
rendered at the close of his remarks,
composed Of quartet; they were
Mesdames ]. 7. Blagburn, VIM. Coal
son, and Messrs. G. /. Holt and E. T..
Blagburn. It was indeed delightful
evening spent. Come again Professor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
From Farm Boy
1oCity finanoier
fx.fhanclal Secretary For Tuskeoee hstl.
tute Makes New Record as Stock.
broker at New York ''Blazo
Your Own Way" He Says.
BY N. b. DoDsoN.

From a farm boy on plantation
away down In the state Of Alabama
to the Office and occupation Of stock
broker at 35 Broad street, New York,
is a long stride. Yet such a chasm has
been successfully bridged by Robert
w. Taylor. who was for many years
the financial secretary for Tuskegee
institute at Tuskegee, Ala. Believing
that his race should have some repre-
sentation In the higher realms Of
finance, he bravely resigned this re-
sponsible position, which he had held
with signal ability for fourteen years,
and opened an Office as stockbroker
in the heart of the Wall street district
In New York.
As Mr.. Taylor had not served as an
apprentice in brokers' Office 1t was
assumed by many who spend too much
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
SIOUX CITY ITEMS.

Monday will be observed for Deco
ration day and all the business plac s
and public schools will celebrate.
The Afrc-American Advance paper
staff will give an entertainment Mon
day evening May 81 at Simeon's hall
for benefit Of said paper. A literary
program will be rendered, after which
dancing will be indulged in the rest of
the evening
Mrs. Wilketson gave her little
daughter Beulah . birthday party in
honor Of her 5th birthday. About
thirty Of her little friends greeted her
Saturday afternoon with gifts and we'll
wishes. The children romped and
played as children only can. At a
late hour in the afternoon they feasted
on many good things As a surprise
Mr.. Joseph Baker came in and gave
them treat by taking the party to the
Majestic 10 see the moving pictures,
which every one enjoyed. They de-
parted ut 8 o'clock wishing Beulah
many happy birthdays,
The A. N. E. Church will give $500
rally sometime in July, at which time
the ladies will have a tag day and .
barbecue will also be held out at River
side park. They expect several promi-
nent speakers out OF the city to be
present, including the Bishop Of the A.
N. E Conference. "A
Mrs Golf and son George, mother Of
Mrs. Singleton, came up from Omaha
for q few days visit last week, return
ing home Monday.
Little Gladys Baker, the oldest
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph
Baker, took second prize at the baby
show which was held at the Majestic
play house last week. She did we'll
for there were SO babies entered the
contest. The first prize was $40 90
second s. 90. ..
Mrs. Eta Grant has been elected
delegate to represent the A. NJ. 2.
Sunday School at the Sunday School
Convention which convenes in Des
Moines June 17.ls.
The "A. I. p. Club win meet with Mrs
Lulu Lee Friday afternoon. s
The Porter's Club met at the resi-
dence Of Mr.. Percy Lannear Monday
evening M, 5ss
The Watkins band will give dance
on Wednesday evening at Simeon's
Hall. s,
Mr.. Eisentourant, Superintendent Of
the district Sunday School, i as q visi.,
torst the "A. M. E. Sunday school Sun
day. n
4 Mesdames Florence Crawford. Bir-
die Matthews and baby and Miss Em-
ma Crawford returned hone from
Sioux Falls, 3 D. Wednesday, where
they have spent = two weeks visit.
the guests Of Mrs. Geo. IL. Coleman. X
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
d. A. r. ENCAMPMENT.

~ y .5s q. j. y d. /. ( ar
The 35th annual G. A. r. En-
.campment will be held this year
at TT. Dodge, June 8, 2 and 10.
The program is very attractive
this year and Commander J. G..
Milliman expects large crowd.
Governor B. F. Carroll is booked
for an address, and other noted
men like Hon. w. =. Hepburn,
Robt. G. Cousins, Hon. ]. p.
Connor and Hon. Geo. D, Perkins.
The 26th annual convention of
the w. r. c. will be held at the
same time.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
l.lls3 IN. :.
Z STRENGTH Of Nearo Voters.

The recent and timely appointment
Of William Randolph, an Afro-A Ameri-
can, to be one Of the assistant district
attorneys at Pittsburg BY Mayor VIII.
liam A. Magee has aroused wide inter
est In npolitical circles among all classes.
Some time ago delegation OF col
ored citizens called on the mayor and
asserted that unless they got some
good offices the colored people OF
Pittsburg would form themselves into
an independent party.
!, The appointment Of Frank A. Piekar.
ski. famous football player Of the Uni
versity Of Pennsylvania, as an assist
ant district attorney is also announced.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
State College
For NegroYouth
institution at Oransebure. S. G.. the Out.
come Of Ex.Congressman Nllller's Fer.
slstent Efforts Senator Talman
Ono Of Us Strong Supporters. y
ny RUBY K. BOOKER.

With schoolhouses, academies and
colleges dotting the south and the
southwest and the many advantages
besides the public and high schools
which are open in the northern cities
to Negro youth, there should be no ex-
cuse for any young man or woman not
having at least liberal English edu-.
cation. A splendid school which Is To-
Gated almost in the heart Of the south
aud is just now rapidly gaining in use,
fulness and influence is State college,
better known as the Colored Normal,
Industrial, Agricultural and Mechanic
al college, at Orangeburg. s. G. Much
Of the credit for this school Is due to
the persistent efforts Of ex-Congress-
man Thomas e. Miller Of South Caro-
lima, who introduced the bill in the
state legislature setting forth the ne
cessity for such school for Negro
youth in the heart of the black belt Of
the state. Mr.. Miller contended that 1T
was the duty Of the state to aid liberal
" In the support OF such school.
His logic and common sense way of
putting things swayed sentiment In his
favor, and on June 10, 1896. the bill
was passed BY the legislature, and in
October Of the same year the college
opened with nm enrolment Of 1000
students. As the state owned tract
OF land at Orangeburg upon which sew
ernl buildings were already erected,
was easily done with little
expense. and the school started on
upon good working basis.
Congressman Thomas Il. Miller, who
the Second congressional
district OF South Carolina in the Fifty
first and Fifty-second United States |
and who has the confidence
and support Of Senator Benjamin r.
Tillman In the work Of the school. has |
been its president from It's inception |
and is still It's venerable head. The |
college has 100 acres OF farm land. In
dustrial hall Is the seat Of many indus
tries, such as woodworking, ironwork-
ing. mechanical and architectural draw
ing. spinning. tailoring, shoemaking,
harness making, painting and masonry.
The purpose Of the college. aside from
the industrial training which the stu.
dents receive. Is to give to all pupils |
an opportunity for the higher branches
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
ERNEST HOGAN DEAD.

Mr.. Ernest Hogan, 1he famous
comedian and composer passed
away last week. It was said
that during one year his popular
song, "All Coons Look Alike to
Me- met the popular fevor. At
that time he travelled considerably
with Black Patti Troubodurs as
the star singer, and usually made
a hit. His reckless and shame
full abuse Of his own self doubt
less brought on his early demise.
Our race must learn the true les
son of real success or true great
ness consists of being a real man
in every particular; habits pure
and ideals lofty. 8.3
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Mrs. e. v Morgan left Tuesday ftE
Ottumwa as a delegate 10 represent
the Women's Federation Convention
which convenes in said place.
Mrs. Anna Roberts has, moved to
Blugs and West 7th SITS, where she wi
open up an ice cream parlor. We
wish her success.
The O. L. S. Lodge will have their
sermon on the 9th Of June, which will
b, preached at the Mt. Zion Baptist
church
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
WESTERN UNIVERSITY.

The annual commencement Of
the Wes tern University at Quin-.
daro, Kansas from, June 2 to 10
inclusive. A very excellent pro-.
gram has been arranged for each.
day. The principle address to
the graduates the 10th will be
delivered by his Excellency, Gov.
w. r. Stubs of Kansas. The
baccalaureate sermon on June 7
by the President, Hon. William
T. Vernon A. M. LII. D. Or. w.
H. Peck Of Kansas City is also
on for an address.
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Notice to the Iowa and Nebraska
Baptist Sunday Schools.
Especial to Bystander.)

Especial to Bystander.)
The Iowa and Nebraska Sunday
School Convention will meet with the
Third Baptist Church Sunday School at
Davenport June II, Is, 10, 20 and 21.
D. A. Holmes, President,
1923 Scott st. Davenport.
Mrs. S. Bates, Cor. Secretary,
I'LL Fremont ST., Des Moines.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

dr. Henry West has spurchased the
Syal Mexican Chill Cafe at 1O7 w. 7th
rect and desires all those who wish
bod meals well cooked to give him a
iii. Henry is well known in our city
= good cook and we hope he will
I've . large patronage from all classes.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
People Rally to Aid Of y. NJ. G. a.

People Rally TO Aid Of y. M. G. a. Il
!, In the recent financial campaign
which was conducted by the Young
Mems Christian association at Chat.
tanooga, Tenn, under the leadership
OF Secretary johnson $500 was raised
IN six days, $646.25 in cash and the 70.
mainder in subscriptions. The money
was raised entirely among the colored
people Of the city, who came Willingly
TO the rescue Of the Y. N. @. a. and
helped It out Of debt.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

EIn the annual state High School meet
Bid here last Friday, George Craven
Dn the first place in the first lap Of
e relay race, which gave his school,
Fest High, first place in that event.
Ee were glad to note this and wish for
bung Nc Craven success in life. 5
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Those who attended the State Feder-
bon Of Women's club this week at
kttumwa were Mesdames S. Joe Brown,
Hm. Shackelford, H. w. Hughes, Geo.
Wells, E. B. Elliston, Jas. H. Woods,
|. p. Hamilton and j. B. Rush.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
Helpina the Coming Men.

Messrs. Tucker and Brown Of the
Buxton Ia, Y. NJ. g. "A. boys depart
ment are still striving to shape ths
lives OF the boys. helping them 70 be
come strong men. at the recent stats
convention which was held M Des,
Moines sixteen boys took 4 ss:,ael fois
Christ. s;ssss
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

The full report Of the Women's State
Iteration held this week in Ottumwa
al be made next week. The follow
3 officers were elected: President,
Irs G. B. Lewis Of Davenport; first
fce Pres. Mrs. 5. Joe Brown Of Des
(oines: Secretary, Mrs. Harry Horne
Cedar Rapids; Treasurer Mrs. Alice
hompson Of Davenport.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Mr.. and Mrs. George -Capart left last
sek for Harper, Okla, where they
ktend to make their future home with
heir son, who is a prosperous farmer
& that place.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Mr.. Nelson Watkins of Albany, Mo-,
! visiting this week with his SON., Mr..
lus Watkins, and daughter Mrs. J. L.
thompson. He will spend Decoration
)ay here.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Our band with aid from members Of
= Enterprise band will lead the Odd
Sllows grand parade June 10, twenty
png, j. H. Mcdowell in charge.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Mr.. Leroy Tucker, secretary Of the
M. G. A. at Buxton, spent Friday
-FOUR city attending the State Field
eet. He made pleasant call at the
ISLANDER Office.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Mr.. Babe Houston, one Of our musi-
ans. returned to- Chicago Wednesday
yening after q visit with his mother,
Lrs. ]: w. Camsell, for the past few
kOnths. @ s5s
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

7l4y Gsilisth was ii Buxton
et Sunday assisting in the dedicatory
vices Of Mt. Zion Baptist church.
g pulpit was filed here by Rev. M.
nrton.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Mrs.. Harvey Brown made business
Zip to Kansas City last Saturday and
pports delightful visit, and also 3
Accesful one.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

The entertainment at Corinthian
Baptist church last Monday night was
largely attended and was splendid
puccess.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

b Mrs. L. r. Palmer will leave tomor-
row for her former home, Burlington,
where she will spend Decoration Day.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Prof. w. Ernest Wilson will leave
Saturday to fill several engagements.
III. Wilson is a magician of reputation.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
Miss Grant Wins seholarship.

= We note with pleasure that Miss
Efle p. Grant. the popular young 30
prano singer Of New Haven. Conn.
has by persistence won q postgradu uste
scholarship at Yale Conservatory st
Music. sSs
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
Corinthian Baptist Church,

Sunday May 80. 1880 j. m. PASTORS
(bject, Power Through the Spirit. "
m. Sunday School. $50 p. m. The
lng's Men. 8p. m. Pastors subject,
The Christian Athlete. = Especial
Iasic at evening service. All invited.
7. L. Griffith, pastor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

Mr.. al Smith spent few days this
week visiting his relatives in Carroll,
aowa.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28
CITY NEWS.
(N. B. you have relatives or
friends visiting in the city or going to
make a visit, please inform us; We
solicit all your local news.-Ed.)
Decoration Day will be observed next
Monday.
Mrs Chas. Turner's little son. Charley
b seriously i'll ut his home.

Mr.. E. S. Morgan, our popular tom
5sorial artist, was Quite i'll at his home
last week.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

b Mrs, E. T. Banks is able to be out to
her work, that Of nursing, which is
|gcod news to her many friends.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1909-05-28

We wish to enroll your name on our
description list.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1909-01-20

"a great life has closed-a life upon
which the longer we llnger the more
We see TO love and revere Thus be-
gins flmous eulogy OF Lee and thus
we think OF him today AS time pas
ses the fame OF Lee grows brighter.
We admire him for the towering
strength Of his character. We love him
for his sweetness and gentleness. we
revere him as the repository of those
characteristics that evoke the devo-
ton and reverence OF men.
AT this time OF moral unrest a char
acter like Lees would be an immov-
able anchor--a character that was not
for sale at any price. In whatever
phase OF LIE we contemplate General
Lee. the contemplation fills US with
admiration. We love to think OF that
grand OLD soldier and gentleman. Rob-
EFT Edward Lee. as he throws to the
winds the offer OF the Commander
sliip-in-Chief OF the Union armies. ex-
calming 'virginians never invade
Virginia and II Will be only over my
dead body that her enemies may pass
Within her sacred preclncits.'' But
We admire him most when with brok-
en heart and everything lost but hon
or ne tearfully blesses his old COM
rades In arms and counsels loyalty to
taeir country. We OF the South may
roint, with peculiar pride to Lee. the
sreatest figure in American history.
We sholild love him for the lesson
that he teaches by his life: All great
characters have their foundation In
Truth aid without this there can be
nothing really lasting or substantial
Let the Young hero-worshippers OF our
country take Lee as the object Of their
devotion An emulation OF his vir-
tues, while It may not make of every
v'orshipper a Lee. will teach all OF his
admirers to despise everything that Is
riean and low and make their stand
ards those of greatness and truth.