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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
BURLINGTON ITEMS.

Mr.. Silas Kellis, one Of Keokuk's &
prominent young men laid over in our
city last Tuesday for couple Of hours
and called on Mr. and Mrs E. John
sonMr. Kellas was enroute for Wyo-
ming where he has taken up claim
we wish him success.
Friends was grieved to learn that
Mrs. M. Slaughter was obliged to re-
turn to the hospital where she will
submit to tht second operation, we
hope it will be more successful than
the first and a positive cure.
Mrs VIM. Washington of Peoria,
ILL.,, arrievd this week to join her hus-
band, who is employed here. Mr.. and
Mrs. will make their home here, they
are welcomed by many friends.
Mr.. M. Graham and niece Mildred
returned from Kansas City last Wed
Mrs. S. Houston left last Saturday
for her home in Davenport, she was
accompanied by her grand daughter
Mona McCleland and niece Mildred
Graham.
Mr.. Harry Yeiser Of Striator, Ill.,, and
Miss S. Humphrey of KeWanne, Ill,
were the guests Of Mr.and Mrs. L.
Washington of s. Third street Satur-
day and Sunday.
Mrs. Jordan Sarhe won the second
prize in piona contest, a rebus adver-
tise din the Bystander Of Feb. 4th.
She was awarded a receipt Of one-hun-
dred and fifty dollars to be applied on
four hundred dollar piona.
Mike s. Humphrey of Kewanee and
Mr.. H. Yeisen OF Streator, Ill, Mr.. and
Mrs. G.. Tyler and Mr.. and Mrs. G.
Badgett were the guests OF MI. and
Mrs. ]. E. Johnson on Saturday eve.
Miss Humphrey and Mr.. n, Wiser
departed for 1T. Madison Sunday.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
REID IN THE CAPITAL CITY

Rev. J. Cornelius Reid, d. D.. Of Sioux
City, spent several days in our city, in
cluding Sunday, it being the first real op-
portunity for Rev. Reid to meet and be-
come acquainted with the leading people
of the Capital City. Sunday morning he
preached an able and encouraging sermon
ut the Union Congregational church. At II
O'Clock he spoke to the Corinthian Baptist
Sunday. school; at 4:30 O'Clock at the Y.
NJ. p. Society and at 8 o'clock he delivered
a sermon at the A. N: Il. church, Monday
evening at the Maple Street Baptist church
and Tuesday evening Mr.. J. Theodore Bell,
Governor Carroll's messenger, served a
fye-course dinner complimentary to Rev.
Reid at the Union Congregational church,
at which function were Rev. I. N. Daniels,
Rev. Woodard, Rev. H. McCravens. DR.. Jno.
81. Williams, Attorney s. Joe Brown, At
torney j. B. Rush, Editor and Attorney
John l.. Thompson. Mr.. Bell acted as
POSTMASTER. and excellent and instructive
three minute speeches were made by all.
Rev. Reid made splendid address and
sermons at all these meetings. He proved
himself to be an independent, deep think
er and a logical reasoner. In fact the col
ored men Of our city are In favor Of Rev.
Ried for chaplainship. Our city gave him
royal welcome.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

Atty. S. J. Brown made flying trip
to st. Paul and Minneapolis last Satur-
day night and spoke in st. James A.,
NJ. 3. church of Minneapolis for Rev.
]. L. Wharton Sunday afternoon, and
m st. James church Sunday night re-
turning Monday morning. While there
he secured the promise of representa-
tion from both the Twin Cities in the
Inter State Literary Association, which
convenes in Des Moines in December,
and Of which he is Chairman of the
Executive Committee. He reports that
Rev. Graves and family as we'll as the
many other Des Moines people in the
Twin Cities are we'll and doing nicely
and desire to be remembered to Des
Moines people generally.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
CLINTON.

The Deaconess board Of Bethel A. M.
E. church held most enjoyable social
on Saturday evening March, 9Th, for
the benefit of the trustees. A good
number being in attendance
Miss Lillian Hancock of the Uni
versity of Chicago is spending few
days visiting with her parents.
Reports from the convention of Sub
District No. of the Keokuk Dist, held
at Monmouth, H., Last week are very
flattering. The district being largely
refreshened, and general good time
had by all nattendance. M. o. Gull
berson Of this city, Dist, superintend-
ent was detained at Rock Island oM-
ing to no connection of trains so was
unable to reach his destination until
to late to enjoy the sessions, much to
his regret. The conventions of Sub
Districts 2, 3 and will be held as
soon as arrangements can b eperfect-
ed. The superintendent desires that
all concerned will prepare for there
meetings, by arrengeing for a good at
tendance therefore assuring success
full sessions.
The Stewardess board will enter
tain Friday might at a social,an enjoy
able time Is looked forward too.
r. G. Dozier was recently elected
president Of the Y. P. S. G. e.
Mrs. Holland Williams was the hos
tess one day last week to the memp-
bers of the Sewing circle, at her 3rd,
evenue home.
Mrs. J. ~ Hancock who has been
confined to her house the past week by
i11nocx, ic r.nnrrfad &C nnU imOrOvinP
The baSeiE e!It of Bethel A. M. E.
church Is now nearly ready for oc-
cupancy, arrangements are now under
way for a fiting manner in which to
open it, ON Thursday evening April,
18th, a banquet will be served at $50
to the members and friends, followed
by toast program. Those in charge
hope to make this a memorable event
long to be remembered, the committee
in charge is from the various auxil-
iaries of the church. A. B. Bush,
chairman, who has also been asked to
act as toast master of the occasion.
Evening dress is expected to be the
prevailing attire.
The Woman's Loyal club met last
week with Mrs. w. A. Emerson at
which time officers for the ensuing
6 months was elected, the next meet
ing will be held with Mrs. Henry
Henderson on 10th, Avenue.
A sacred concert will be given at
Bethel A. NJ. E. church Sunday night
under the auspices of the Womans
Loyal club. the proceeds to be devot-s
ed to the trustee fund for sewer as
sessment
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
OBITUARY.
Sudden Death Of Cleggett.

On last Wednesday evening our city was
shocked by the announcement Of the sud
den death of George II. ,Cleggett, Sr., one
Of our oldest and highest esteemed citi-
zens. The reports of the exact cause of
his death are a little conflicting. but the
facts appear to be that he was attempting &
to board Sixth Avenue sreet car near
Forest avenue, where his shop is located,
to come home, about o'clock, and the car
started before he stepped on, jerking him
off and injuring him. The street car crew
picked him up and put him on the car, but
before he reached home he expired in the
Victoria Pharmacy. where they had taken
him for medical aid. A post mortem was
held and a coroner's inquest will be held
tomorrow. The deceased was born In Co.
umbia, Pa, Feb. 10, 1S43. He was married
to Celia A. Williams of De Witt, Ia, Jan.
26 1871. OF this union four children were
born, as follows: Sarah Maud, George H.
Jr., Aida Lovinia (now deceased) and Adah
Ruth. He was one Of the leading race
men in our city and state. He was ton
sorial artist for many years, an active and
influential member Of the Masonic Lodge,
havink been one Of the organizers Of the
Iowa Grand Lodge, and Grand Master and
many other Grand offices. He was Il chap
ter and commandery member of high
standing; was one time constable of our
city for several years. He leaves a Low.
ing wife and three children, with host OF
friends to mourn his great loss. The fu-
neral will be held today from the Union
CONGREGATIONAL church under the auspices
Of the North Star Lodge No. ?, A. F. and
A. NJ h-.a ~.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
EDITORIALS.

On next Monday ACQUIRES the city
primaries where we are to select can
didates to 60 on the ticket for elec-
ton eight for commissions and two
Mayor, of which four out the eight
Will be elected March 28th, to serve
the city for two years and one Of the
two for Mayor Will also be elected
SO we would urge our colored voters
to attend the primaries Monday and
express preference. We have run
the history and platform OF these
various candidates with the hope that
our readers may be intelligently in
formed as to the best qualified man.
Some have refused to announce in
our paper, but most of them have ask
your support Next Monday is also
school election, of which three direc-
tors, one secretary are to be elected,
read their announcement in our paper
elsewhere and don't forget to vote for
school directors while at the poles.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
Mrs. ID. Ramey.

The sad news came to us last Satur-
day from Webster City. Ia, of the
death Friday afternoon March 4th, OF
Mrs. Della Ramey mother of Mrs.
CHI. Comley of that city, at whose
home she made her home. Death was
due to her old age and complication
of diseases, she was about so years
old and formally lived in our city for
many years where she raised up her
family. She leaves four children and
a host Of friends, of both races In
Webster City and in our city. Mrs.
Comley of Webster City and a son
and two daughters living in Mime
apolis, MINI. She had lived with Mrs
Comley for the past 10 years, she was
a loving mother, and true christain.
The funeral was held from the Comley
home Monday, conducted by Bev. G.
H. Kamphoefner. The remains were
taken to Minneapolis for burial by the
body Of her husband. m.EE.a ..t
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
SOUTH GETS PRESIDENTIAL
PLUM.
Honorable John c. Dancy Gives Away
To The Hon. Henry Lincoln
Johnson.

Washington, March president
Taft on Monday sent to the Senate
the nomination of Henry Lincoln
Johnson, Of Atlanta Ca, as Recorder
of Deeds of the District of Columbia.
The appointment had been foreshad-
owed for some time and occasioned
no surprise among those on the inside.
Mr.. Johnson was the right hand
man to Chairman Frank H. Hitchcock
in the campaign for Taft delegates in
Georgia and as manager of the forces
opposed to National Committeeman
Judson w. Lyons, appeared before the
National Committee and scored heavily
for the administration candidate. He
thus won the confidence of Hr. Hitch
cock, and from the New York head
quarters he was entrusted with some
OF the most important details of the
work among the colored voters
throughout the national contest. He
enjoys lucrative practice as law
yer in Atlanta and was one men,
Der of the famous law firm of Pledger
Johnson & Malone. He is actively
identified with the Odd Fellows and
other fraternal organizations, and is
vice president of the Atlanta Indepe-
nendent Publishing company. He is
highly respected by both races in his
native state.
The resignation of Mr.. Dancy Will
not be effected until the first of May.
The retiring and incoming Recorders
will thus have time to arrange their
personal affairs prior to the change.
1t Is expected that the appointment
of Mr.. johnson will be promptly con-
flrmed by the, senate. 4.
The retirement Of Mr.. Dancey was:
Id the nature 81 things In this Age of
hustle and struggle for the plums that
flow out of political life. He leaves
his Office with a record unequalled by
any previous incumbent, having in
creased the surplus heceipts from $500
in 1901 to practically $4,000 In 1910,
and turned into the treasury more
than double the amount reported by
all of his predecessors combined. Be-
sides this, he completely reorganized
the system of management of the Of
ice and put in new equipment in
keeping with the dignity of the cap
tal of the Nations government.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
KEOKUK.


Mrs. Ed Robinson who under Went
anoperation at st. Joseph Hosptia
Friday is getting along nicely, which
! will be source of pleasure to 1e1
many friends.
The death of Samuel Johnson oc-
CURED at the family home, 1916 Con-
cert, Friday morning from pneumonia.
The deceased was member of the
Union Baptist church and good cit
izen and his death is deeply deproved
by his many friends, he leaves to
mourn his loss a wife. The funeral
was held Sunday afternoon from the
Union Baptist church 18th, and High.
The Rev. Burton officiating. ~"
The members of Margaret Ann
court No. / and Brent court No. 2 are
making preparations to observe Palm
Sunday
A. ]. Fields is recovering after a
serious attack Of lagrippe.
Mr.. F. D. Fields Is quite i'll at this
writing, the nature of his illness is
undetermined.
Miss Nellie O. Kills left Wednes-
day for Monmouth, ILL.,, to attend the
Sunday school convention which con-
vened in that city last week.
The Sunshine club of the A. M. E.
church gave another of their success
full entertainments last Thursday
evening, trip around the world.
Which consisted of Booths represent
ing different countries.
Mrs. M. J. Dove celebrated her S3rd,
birthday Thursday March, 7th, at her
home 1904 Fulton street.
Mrs. Katie Wilson who resides at
1914 Morgan street, very pleasantly
entertained the Morning Star society
at her home Thursday afternoon after
the regular business. A very elabor-
ate lunch was served by the hostess.
Mr.. Ralph Fox, Is Quite Ill at his
home, 18th and Morgan street.
The Union Baptist church and also
Pilgrims Rest Baptist church peo-
pie are holding revival services this
week. Both are meeting with success.
Married at the home OF the bride
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
CITY LITERARY CONVENTION.

Fne DeS sMOfHAB BsAe8fO LAerafy c0n-
vention held its second session at the
residence of Mr.. Branam N. Hyde last
Monday evening and completed the
work of organization by appointing
Ushers, Jesse A. Graves; Branham
N. Hyde; Misses Bessie Mason and
lone Wilson; Mesdames VIM. Quinn
and Matte Waricks. II.
On homes: Mesdames ]. B. Rush;
j. P. Hamilton and C. B. Woods.
On hall: DR.. Jno. H. Williams.
On reception: Mesdames S. Joe
Brown; j. Fl. Woods and H. w. Hughes
Messrs o. L. Glass, W. J. Howard and
Miss Marie Bell. -n
On entertainment: Mesdames E. B..
Ellston; E. R. Green and Thornton
Adams; and Misses Blanche and Bulah
Allen. ss...s..- .Es.....
On badges: Mr.. R. E. Patten.
On publicity: Mr.. E. R. Hall.
1t was also decided to hold a city
contest in oratory, poetry and original
music on Friday May, 9th, in each
of which contests each society is en-
titled to enter one representative the
winners to represent the city in the
Inter State Contest.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
Brereton For Commissioners.

We present our readers this week
the name of William H. Brereton Of
East Des Moines, one Of our old and
highly esteemed citizens, who is can
didate for Commissioners. He has lived
here for more then 40 years; contrac-
tor by trade, practical builder of
many years. which would make him a
valuable member Of the city council.
He was one of the eight who got on
the ticket two years ago. and his many
friends do not only hopefor him to be
on the ticket this year but elected as
one of the four councilmen. He says
that he would treat all classes fair and
consider all interest Of this great city
irrespective of creed or nationality.
He solicits your support.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
BEDFORD IOWA.

Mrs. Clara NJ. Lucas was born in
Tennessee, March 14th, 1864. she de-
parted this life March 3rd. 1910 at the
age Of As years, II months and 16 days.
She was married to Mr.. G. w. Lucas.
Sept Goth, 1891, to them was born
two children, Alice and Helen Lucas.
She leaves to morn her loss, a husband
five step children, two brothers, Henry
and Richard Johnson, one sister Mrs.
Boyd. She imbraced the religion Of
Jesus Christ when quite young and
Joined the Am. q. church and has liv-
ed q consistent christian ever since.
The church has lost q faithful menl-
Der an dthe community a kind friend.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
MT PLEASANT NOTES.

Mrs. Callie Becky of Keokuk spent
Sunday with her sister, Mrs. Ida Hack
ley.
Mrs. Joe Fidler is on the sick list
this week.
Mr.. Harry Reed is improving.
The Twilight literary society met at
the A. M. E. church Tuesday evening.
Mr. Tenny Robinson is on the sick
list this week.
Mrs. Callie Becky of keokuk, Iowa
addressed the A. M. E. Sunday school
Sunday morning.
The Elite club met at the home OF
Miss Myrtle Burnaugh last Thursday
evening, after theregular business @
program was rendered. The remain
der Of the evening was spent IN games.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

The above cut is a true likeness Of
w. P. Cooper Of Easton Boulevard,
who is candidate for commissioner,
subject to the voters next Monday at
the primaries. He was born in Mahas-
ka County, Iowa, in 1852; came to our
city in 1901. Mr.. Cooper is a mechanic
and follnwed that trade until two years
ago when he entered the mercantile
business. He has never asked or held
an Office before. His platform is in
another column, read it. He ID . good
man well qualified.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
Flemming for School Director.

It is pleasure for the Bystander to
recommend to the voters Of Des
Moines the name Of Robert J. Flem-
ming o.; = good and useful man upon
the school board - ! director. He has
been citizen here for about II pears
and has added the finest basiness block
IN our city, namely the Flemn,ing Blk.
All the members Of the school board
say that he is useful member and
the voters should vote for him as one Of
the members to be elected next Mon
day.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

FOR SALE-7 room, 2 story house
with gas and water, half block of Clark
street car line; must change climate,
health failing. Might take small cot
tage that will rent. Priced for quick
sale. It is snap. Come and see it.
No commission. 1921 jefferson Ave.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

Medicines that aid nature are always
most successful. Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy acts on this plan. It loosens
the cough, relieves the lungs, opens
the secretions and aids nature in re.
storing the system to healthy condi-
tion. Sold by all druggists.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

Perhaps the most unique figure campaign Atty
Joe the candidate for councilman
From intellectual Of view Mr.
than the white candidates being colleges
the State University successful Of nine He
lived Des Moines about eight Of family
both East and West Ds Moines He has the cf practically
Negro and Of the best white people evidenced that h
petition thy
feluding arge
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

1926 s. 10Th, street, Springfield, ILL.,,
Monday March 7th, at high-noon, Miss
Fannie Anderson to Mr.. Athel Smith,
of Keokuk Ia, the young couple have
returned to Keokuk and will reside
at 1915 Morgan street. We wish them
success in their married life. ~
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

Are you frequently hoarse? Do you
have that annoying tickling in your
Throat? Does your cough annoy you at
night, and do you raise mucus in the
morning? Do you want relief? # SO,
take Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and
|Ipu will be pleased. Sold by all drug
lists.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
A. 8. ELLIOTT.

There members of the School Mon
The East Side has only
elected Monday the th Above the A. Elliott
well known East Side furniture
Office ne filled with universal satisfaction He
Des Mn Commercial League He
represent the whole city
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11

Merit should the choice
He should the principles the De Mones Plan
His business experience should qualify him the interests
of the He should qualified public speaker Mr. Allen
experience has necessarily touched
business fe His pabc speaker and his work
draft the Des Mones Plan all make him especially qualified
position Of Mayor Of the city Of Dss Aone 5@,F.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-03-11
CITY NEWS. I
IN B. / you have relatives or
f.tends visiting in the city or going to
make visit. please inform US; we
solicit all your local news.-Ed.)
Mr.. Chas. Roy who has been quite
i'll is convalescent.

Rev. NJ. |. Gordon, presiding elder Of
this district, passed through here last Sat
urday enroute from Dakota to his home in
Ottumwa. He says that there is lots of
snow and ice vet in the northwest.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1910-01-27

quis was very fair in his rulings and
charge to the jury and was perfectly
satisfactory to both sides. Court ad-
jcuTned from Saturday morning until
Tuesday morning and the first case
taken up was the State VS.. Theodore
Kjolseth, charged with selling liquor
TO a habitual drunkard. The Jury
found the defendant not guilty. The
e case was w. B. Poole Us. w. l..
Thompson, a suit for wages, which is
still on trial, but will likely go to the
jury about noon today. The next case
TO be taken up is the State VS.. Atwood
Nesson, charged with rape The case
of Brookings county VS.. Ex-Auditor
Murphy was continued over the term
on account Of the illness of the de-
PENDANT and his attorney, G. A. Math-
ews.
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towns west of here celebrating.


Since the game law went into eff
feet prohibiting the shooting of prairie
chickens those birds have become very
tame, and great fiocks of them fly over
the city. In the old days when every
hunter was on the alert for them they
never wandered anywhere close to
the haunts of MAI but now they seem
to know that they are safe. In some
parts Of the state flocks OF the birds
have done great damage to corlfields.
Twelve members Of the Brookings
|Rebekah lodge went to Estelline on the
early train Friday morning and In the
evening instituted a Rebekah lodge in
that town, returning home on the late
train. The following were in the par
ty: Mesdames, NJ. E. Bacon, Emma
Campbell, J. ". Fridley. Nels Gullick,
r. Mathery, S, H. McCarl, j. E. Nc
Gill. B. Omodt. c. A. Palmer. s. j.
Rudolph. ]. H. Soule and Carl Quail.
Pat Wickhem of Alexandria, is here
this week attending the stockmen's
meetings. Mr.. Wickhem is one OF the
pioneer citizens Of Hanson county and
n Of the best known stockmen in the
state. He Is prominent in democrat.
ic circlos and is frequently mentioned
10 the next candidate of that party
for governor. In addition to all the
above Pat IL n Of the best all-around
fellows m IT, country and has q host
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of friends in the state.

Mr.. and Mrs. o. A. Sutton and their
son, c. ID. Sutton, arrived from
Spencer. Iowa this week and have
taken up their residence in the w. F..
West house, which tn elder Mr..
Sutton purchased last fall. Mr.. SUIT
ton has spent a great deal of time
here with his sons in the past few
years and has a large number of
friends here who will be glad to well
come him as a permanent resident.
He states for the first time in many
years and he and his four o n all have
the same postofice address. They are
ID. ID. Sutton, /. l.. Sutton, l.. w. SUIT
ton and c. ID. Sutton. d. d. Sutton
IL expected mere this coming week
from Darlington, N. D., to take posses
sion Of the Caldwell & Wilson nipple
ment business which he purchased
Court is still in session and will
be until Saturday. 1t is not expected
that the term will be completed by
that time, but Judge Marquis has a
term OF court in his own county for
next week. SO 1t will be necessary to
continue the remaining cases over un.
I'll the next term. The Rood libel case
against the former proprietors of the
Register was completed Friday after
noon and on Saturday morning the
jury returned a verdict for the defend
ants on all the issues. Judge Mar