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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24
DAVENPORT NOTES.

Sunday was Stewardess day at
Bethel A. NJ. K. church. Long be-
fore the hour for opening had ar
rived, the church was well crowd
ed. An excellent program was rem
dered as follows, viz. Song by the
church choir; Scripture reading by
Mrs. Stovall. prayer by Rev. Stovall;
song by the choir; a paper, GO
Forward" was read by Miss Lizzie
Morrison Of Rock Island. 1t was an
excellent paper, and deserves much
credit. A selection by the Mandolin
club, Nearer My God to Thee. A
paper, What Shall We do With Our
Girls, was read by Mrs. Altheda
Moore of Rock Island. 1t was also
an excellent paper, setting forth
many excellent points in regard to
how we should train our girls. A
solo, THE Shepherd King" by Mr..
Hastings. the sweet singer. Selec-
ton by the Mandolin club, "Where
is My Wandering Boy Tonight.
The program from beginning to
end was an excellent one. The
chairman of the board, Mrs. c, X,
Marshall, deserves much credit for
her untiring efforts in this depart
ment. The receipt for the day
were $21.
Mrs. Sarah Houston and grand
daughter, lone McCleland, left Sat-
urday afternoon on the Steamer Hell
en- Blair for Burlington, where they
will spend a few days visiting rel
atives and friends.
There will be lawn social given
at the residence of Mrs. Gordan on
Cherry street Tuesday evening.
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FORT MADISON.

Mrs. Fred Henry of 1902 Des
Moines street, her little son and her
sister, Mrs. Rena Blades, were Wis
iting in La Grange Sunday.
Rev. J. w. Evans, his, family and
a select choir Of young people were
in Burlington Sunday, where he
preached the installation sermon for
Rev. Schapelle of Chicago, who has
taken of the Second Baptist church
in Burlington.
Mrs. C. w. Eubanks of iii Front
street, is indisposed.
Miss L. E. Williams and Rev. J..
w. Evans are delegates to the Sun
day school convention. which con-
venes in Centerville June 18th.
Mrs. G. H. Jackson is recovering
from painful accident to one of
her limbs.
Rev. 0. McClelland preached at
the I'd Baptist church Sunday morn
ing and evening; all were glad to
hear him.
Mrs. D. A. Holmes and little son,
Lawrence, returned to Ft. Madison
Tuesday.
Miss Anna Harper, who has been
teaching in Edwardsville, ILL.,, re-
turned home Thursday morning.
Rev. Evans and wife entertained
in honor Of Miss Anna Harper and
the young people, who assisted him
in Burlington Sunday. A very pleas
ant time was spent in singing and
reciting selections from Dunbar. At
ter having partaken of the bountiful
repast provided by the pastor and
his wife, the guests departed to their
homes, pronouncing Rev. Evans and
wife an agreeable host and hostess.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

The Des Moines Negro Lyceum met
Tuesday June ID, with Mr.. and Mrs.
Harry Hughes on Center. The election
of officers was the program of the even
ing, and the following persons will con-
stitute the Lyceum executive staff for
the ensuing year: President, Bessie
Reeves; Vice-Pres., Finesse Bledsoe;
Secretary, Miss Catherine Windsor;
Asst. Secretary, Anna Reeves; Cor.
Secretary, Mrs. S. Joe Brown; Treas
urer, S. Joe Brown; Critic, Mrs. Oscar
L. Glass; Accompanist, Clyde Glass;
Reporter Branham Hyde. Executive
Committee Harry Hughes chairman.
Mrs. Mcdowell; aed Mrs. Rush. The
next meeting of the Lyceum will be
held June % at the Y. NJ. P. A. rooms,
9th and Park, at which time they will
entertain the Negro graduates of the
various schools and colleges of Iowa.
Miss Susie Lee of Clarinda and Miss
Stella Windsor of Bloomfield were pres
ent and made short but encouraging
remarks.
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BURLINGTON ITEMS.

Mrs. U. Drew and mother, Mrs.
Johnson, departed last week for
Kansas City, Mo-, where they will
make their future home. We are
sorry to see such good citizens leave
Burlington, but trust we may have
their vacancy soon filled with some
good family, as we surely need
them. ~ alMt
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Badgett very
delightfully."- entertained with card
party on the 17th, about twenty
Of their friends. A nice luncheon
was served and Jolly good time en-
joyed by all. .......
On the 18th of June was Chill
dren's day at the Baptist church,
and also rally day. The Rev. Ev-
erett and wife Of Ft. Madison, came
up and brought a number of their
congregation, also the choir from the
A. M. e. church, which furnished
excellent music throughout the day.
Mrs. Jordan Earle, Mrs. Brooks,
Mrs. A. Pleasant and Mrs. l.. Wash
tngton and Mrs. J. E. Johnson en-
tertained the visitors. Twenty-six
dollars and forty cents was realized
for which the church extends their
thanks. -..
Rev. Davis of Kansas visited
with Rev. Chapel last week.
Mr.. J. Trent went east Saturday
for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Trent
will visit her father in Hannibal
for few weeks. .#... .
Mrs. G. Dozier has returned from
brief visit in Liberty, Mo.
The A. M. E. church gives a fish,
ing party up the river Thursday. A
large crowd is expected.
Rev. Jones and Miss Nellie o. Kel-
lis Of Keokuk laid over in our city
last week for couple Of hours, and
called on Mrs. Il. Johnson. They
were enroute for Mt. Pleasant to
attend the convention.
Mrs. l.. Martin of Chicago, passed
through our city Saturday, enroute
for Mt. Pleasant, where she was
called at the death Of her brother,
Mr.. Harry Reed. Mr.. Reed had
many friends in our city, who are
in great sympathy with the sorrow
ing family.
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ROCK ISLAND NEWS.

Bishop Scharfer will lecture at the
First M. h. church, corner Of 10Th
street and 5th avenue, Monday
evening, June 18th. Friday after
noon the l.. r. L. had very pleas
ant time at the A. NJ. e. church, cor
ner Of 18th street and 5th avenue.
They will meet a week from Thurs
day, which is June 23d, for work.
Saturday afternoon the A. NJ. P.
Girls Industrial club met at the
residence of Misses May and Grace
Stoner, with Mrs. w. H. Moon as
chaperon. This club will have the
next melting with Mrs. w. II. Moore
Saturday, June 18th.
The Preachers Aid met with Mrs.
w. H. Moore last Thursday evening.
The members being few little busi-
ness was done. They will meet again
July the 5th.
Sunday was Childrens' day at the
A. M. E. church, and the children
and choir rendered an excellent pro-
gram, which was enjoyed by a full
house. The Second Baptist church
postponed their children's day pro-
gram until Sunday, June 18th.
The stewardesses of the A. M. E.,
church are making great prepara-
tions for play June the 30th.
Monday, Mrs. Harding and Moore
and little Kenneth called on Mrs.
Holmes Of Davenport. 80
The Second Baptist church Is NOV
along nicely under Rev. burdens
pastoral charge. Mr.. Terro was a
visitor at the Second Baptist Sun
day school. Call again, we are glad
to have visitors with us. Mrs. Dur
den will organize with the sisters
of the church the Women's Mission
circle Wednesday evening.
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The officers and members of Doric
Lodge No. 80, A. F. and A. M. will OBJ
serve st. Johns day by appropriate
exercises at st, Paul's A. M. E. church
I'd and Center, at 2:30 p. m. June 26th.
The Rev. /. N. Daniels, pastor of the
church, will deliver the sermon to
which the public is cordially invited.
All Master Masons in good and regular
standing are cordially invited to meet
with US at our lodge room, over 3ls E.
5th street, at 20 o'clock to make the
necessary preparations for said service.
By order
J. H. Reynolds, Worshipful Master.
VIM. Shackleford, Sec.
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CLARINDA ITEMS.

Last Tuesday evening was the
scene of beautiful home affair,
given by the ladies of the Mission
Circle, at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Allen Jones. The evening was spent
in music and conversation, after
which dainty refreshments were
served by the hostess, assisted by
Mrs. Lottie Williams, Miss Eva
Parker. The company left at the
midnight hour, reporting Mr.. and
Mrs. Jones royal entertainers.
Mrs. j. H. Bell and daughter Dor
cas-, left last week for Ottumwa to
attend the Sunday school conven-
ton. They will visit in Abba be-
fore returning.
Messrs. Tom Day and Huston
Thomas of Red Oak, are visiting in
this city.
The Mission circle met at the
home of Mrs. L. Headly last Friday.
After business hours were over
dainty refreshments were served by
the hostess.
Rev. C. G.. Galloway and wife at
tended the Baptist Sunday school
convention in Centerville last week.
Mr.. Ed. Baker visited in Essex
last Sunday.
Mrs. Eva Johnson and daughter
of Missouri, are the guests of the
formers sister, Mrs. T. Lee.
Misses Vania Jones, Jessie and
Eva Parker entertained company
of young people at their home on
Monday evening. Music and con-
versation were the features of the
evening. Out of town guests were
Messrs. Huston Thomas and Tom
Day Of Red Oak.
Miss Susie Lee attended the Sun
day school convention in Ottumwa
last week. She will also visit in
different parts Of the country before
retiring home.
z Mr.. Fred Johnson and sister, Miss
Mable Johnson of Gravity, spent
Saturday and Sunday in this city.
They were entertained at the home
Of Miss Callie, Arnett Sunday after
noon.
Mr.. Ebert Howe Of Bedford, spent
Sunday in this city.
Mrs. Eta Gibson and Miss Mar.
tha Oldham are on the sick list.
A company Of young people gave
a picnic at the fair grounds Sun
day.
Mr.. Elem Jones is on the sick
list.
Mrs. Nose Carter, who has been
in Omaha sometime, returned home
Saturday. \ flsl~
Mrs. Susan Baker is on the sick
list
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ALBA NEWS.

Mr.. J.. H. Bell and little Dorcia
Bell Of Clarinda, are visiting few
days in Abba with their many
friends. on their return from Ot-
tumwa convention.
Mrs. Oscar Roper entertained at
her home on Wednesday evening in
honor Of her sister, Mrs. Udell
Lewis, Of Oskaloosa, and Mrs. Ora
Marshall of Denver. Whist and
games were the feature of the even
ing. A nice lunch was served by the
hostess
Sunday was quarterly meeting at
the A. M. e. church. Presiding Ell
der M. l.. Gordon and the evapge-
list, Mrs. Wright, of Marshalltown,
assisted Rev. s. l.. Brit with his
quarterly services.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. Bone are rejoic-
ing over the arrival of a baby girl
at their home. Also Mrs. E. Hays
Is rejoicing over q baby at their
home.
Those who attended the Sunday
School convention In Ottumwa, were
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed. Butler and little
son, Lawrence; Mrs. Ben Lewis and
daughter, Miss Mildred. and Rev. s.
L. Brit.
Mr.. Will Bennings and Mrs. b.
Bomana and Mrs. Marshall, visited
lin Buxton Saturday.
Mr.. VIII Randolph Of, Hiteman,
spent Sunday in Abba
Mrs. e. Grayson entertained Fri
day evening in honor of the out of
town guest to whist and games. The
guest of honor being Mrs. Udell
Lewis, of Oskaloosa. Mrs. Ora
Marshall of Denver. A nice three
course lunch was served by the host
ess. assisted by Mrs. Esters and Mrs.
H. Bennings.
Miss Washington and few others
from Hooking attended services at
Church Sunday. ..s
Mr.. and Mrs. Roy Grayson visited
at the parental home Sunday
Mrs. Henry Harris entertained at
six o'clock dinner Monday evening
in honor of Mrs. J. H. Bell of Clar-
india, the district superintendent of
the Iowa district, and Mrs. B. Gray
son and little Dorcia Bell of Clar-
linda. -'s-g. ..:
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DISTRICT SUNDAY
SCHOOL CONVENTION

One Of the most successful Sunday
School conventions held in the history
Of the Des Moines District Of the A. N.
E church was the one which closed its
session at Ottumwa last Saturday, June
18th. Delegates were present from
almost every town in northern and
western Iowa, the largest delegation
being from Des Moines, which sent six
delegates from st. Paul's and one from
the newly organized Grant Mission on
the East Side.
The principal features of Thursdays
sessions were the annual address Of
the District Superintendent, Mrs. S.
Joe Brown, in which she positively de-
clined denomination, having served the
greater portion of the time for the past
ten years, and the lectures Of the Nor
NAL Institute on Sacred History, by
Prof. Matte Warricks of Des Moines;
on Sacred Geography, by Prof. Minola
Bell of Clarinda and on Bible Study and
Sunday School Pedagogy, by President
S. Joe Brown of Des Moines. The ad-
dress of Mrs. Brown was published in
full in the Ottumwa Daily Courier June
18th.
On Thursday evening the Ottumwa
School rendered a reception to the visit
ing delegates, and brilliant addresses
were delivered by Rev. P. M. Lewis on
behalf Of the church and Mr.. W. 5.
Page on behalf of the Sunday School.
Prof. A. J. Hicks of Buxton and P. E.
Rev. M. I. Gordon responded. ~
The Friday session was given over to
the reading and discussion OF papers,
and to the examination of candidates
for graduation from the Normal lnstl-
tuts. Miss Leila Downey of Ottumwa
and Mesdames c. A. Shaw and Mamie
Baker and Miss Bernice Mcdowell OF
Des Moines all successfully passed the
examination. On Friday evening
President Brown delivered his annual
commencement address and P. E. Cor
don awarded the Diplomas to the above
After the commencement exercises q
very unique banquet was held IN the
lecture room, and impromptu toasts re-
sponded to by number OF the proml-
nent guests, as we'll as by some OF the
leading citizens of Ottumwa, Mrs.
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the lawn was brilliantly illuminated
with Japanese lanterns. Just before
the dancing Mrs. Birney introduced
her guests of honor, Miss Edith Comely
Miss Helen Washington of Minneapolis
and their hostess Miss Ada Hyde. Be-
tween dances frappe was dispersed.
After the dancing the guests repaired
to tee home Of Mrs. Birney where the
hostess assisted by Mesdames Efie
Watkins and Rose LaCour served de-
licious refreshments. Miss Tolbert of
Kansas City was an cut of town guest,
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SIOUX CITY ITEMS.

heV. Adams OF COuncll BUNS,
was an over Sunday visitor In our
city, the guest OF Mr. and Mrs. r.
Gordon. He filled the pulpit Of the
Mt. Zion Baptist church both. morn
ing and evening.
Mr.. Anderson Of Kansas City,
Kansas, arrived in our city last Fri
day and expects to spend the sum-
mer with his sister-in-law, Mr.. and
Mrs. A. L.. Morgan.
The Flag day concert given Tues
day, June 14th, for the benefit Of
the A. M. E. Sunday school, under
the management of Mrs. Eta Grant,
was a success. socially and flnan-
cially. liz"
The knights Wonders defeated
the Sioux City Giants Sunday AFTER
noon on the ball triangle. Score, IA
to II in favor of Knights Wonders.
Mr.. J. l.. Thompson, editor Of the
Iowa State Bystander, was in our
city last Saturday, collecting for
said paper. He met with success in
collecting and getting new subscrib'
ers. He left in the evening for
Minneapolis, Mimi, on the same
work.
Mrs. A. Morgan went last Tues
day for Sioux Rapids to serve a
wedding that took place Thursday
Mrs. Morgan did the catering, and
it is said to be the finest serving
ever had in the city. She returned
home Saturday.
Mrs. Sadie Norris, who has been
~ f1 al q
with illness. We are glad to note
that she Is able to be out.
Miss Mary Thompson, who has
been i'll for sometime, threatened
with the appendicitis, is able to be
around again. r-.'
The fish fry given by the members
| Of the Philharm onic of the A. M. e.
church, Thursday evening, June 16,
was a success socially and financial
ly.
The Mt. Zion Baptist church held
their rally Sunday, June 10th, and
the sum of $500 was taken in. It
is to be applied on the church debt.
Rev. Adams of Council Bluffs. as
sisted In the rally.
Mrs. Geo, Coleman, who went to
Canton, s. D., several weeks ago to
take a position for several months,
was in the city over Sunday, leav-
ing Monday for Canton, S. D., to
resume her work. -.so
Mr.. John Crawford of Sioux Falls
s. D., came down last week for a
visit with his father.
Mrs. Irene Sturgis left Tuesday
for Eufaula, Ala, on some import
ant business. She will be gone an
indefinite time.
A birthday party was given on
Tuesday eevning, June 21, at the
home of 4rs. Dave Shores, in hon
or of her sisters eighteenth year.
Miss Viola Ellis. A large number
of young people gathered, each one
carrying token. An enjoyable time
was had by all. A three-course
luncheon was served. The time was
| pent n<music and dancing.
| Mrs. Reid has returned from
Clarinda, her former home where
| she went on important business.
| Dr. Rev. r. knight we are glad
| to note, is again among us. He at
tended the services Sunday.
Mrs. G. c. Carr and daughter, Inis,
have returned home from Los An
geles, Cal, after three weeks stay
She was called there to be at the
deathbed Of her sister. Mrs. Louise
Duvall, who departed this life on
June 9Th. Her home was at Omaha
and she was quite missionary and
church worker Of said city.
/ Omaha Enterprise, please copy.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

'It cured me-" or 1T saved the life
Of my child" are the expressions you
hear every day about Chamberlain $
Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy.
This IL true the world over where this
valuable remedy has been introduced.
No other medicine in use for diarrhoea
or bowel complaints has received such
general approval. The secret Of the
success Of Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera
and Diarrhoea Remedy is thatit cures.
Sold by all druggists.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24
OTTUMWA NEWS.

The members OF the Second Bap-
tist church, under the leadership Of
DR.. Rein, have launched an 100000
rally and the date set apart Is the
second Sunday in August.
Madame Sallie M Jones Downs
played ito a crowded house at the
Second Baptist church Tuesday ev-s
ening. @Ss,
Rev. and Mrs. j.. Cornelins Reid
returned from Centerville, where
they attended the Sunday school
convention.
Hon. Geo. E.. Taylor will lecture
at the Second Baptist church. July
4th, at o'clock. His subject will
be, Dixie, the Cracker and the
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

Enroute home from Ottumwa Mrs. S.
Joe Brown, State Organizer of the
Federation Of Colored Women's club,
stopped over in Oskaloosa Monday and
reorganized club known as the Oska-
loosa Colored Women's club. The fol-
lowing officers were elected: Presi-
dent Mrs. A. G. Clark; vice president,
Mrs. Cora Franklin; secretary, Miss
Jennie Hardy; assistant secretary,
Miss Edna Jones; treasurer, Miss Anna
Jones; executive committe, Mesdames
Cora Jones, Cora Moore and Ida Hen
son. s.ss
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

Sunday services at Union Congrega-
tional church June 26th. Preaching
morning at 1890 sharp, by the pastor,
Rev. ]. P. Sims, subject ''The Christ
ian Call to Action" Sunday School IL
O'Clock, L. P. Shelton superintendent.
Preaching evening at 8 O'Clock, subject
t.The Midnight Visitor. Prayer meet
ing Wednesday evening 8 O'Clock,
not over one hour. The public is invit-
ed to all these services. Sunday school
teachers council meets at the close OF
the prayer meeting.
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Stomach Troubles.

Many remarkable cures of stomach
troubles have been effected by Cham
berlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets.
One man who had spent over two
thousand dollars for medicine and treat
ment was cured by a few boxes Of these
tablets. Price Is cents. Samples free
at all drug stores.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24
Sore Nipples.

Any mother who has had experience
with this distressing ailment will be
pleased to know that q cure may be
effected by applying Chamberlain's
Salve as soon as the child is done nurss
ing. Wipe it off with soft cloth be:5
fore allowing the babe to nurse. Many
trained nurses use this salve with best
results. For sale by all druggists.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

Mr.. r. N. Hyde was chosen delegate
of the order of Elks, to represent them
in the National Conclave, which meets
in Washington, D. c., July 26. Mr..
Hyde is one of the grand officers of the
grand order.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

Harry Owens acting as mistress OF
ceremonies.
Perhaps the most unusual incident OF
Fridays session was the adoption by
the convention of the song, sour A. M.
E. Sunday School," both the words
and music of which were composed by
Miss Bertha Allen, accompanist of St.
Paul's A. M. E. Sunday School, Des
Moines, Miss Allen was present and
played and sung the song, and it SO
completely captivated the delegates
that it was unanimously adopted as the
official Sunday School song of the dis
trict. -"
The Saturday session was taken up
with winding up unfinished business and
the election of District officers, which
resulted as follows:
District Superintendent, Mrs. Minolo
Bell, Clarinda.
Secretary, Miss Maggie Davis, Ot-
tumwa.
Assistant Secretary, Miss Lillian
Cunningham, Oralabor. ....a
Treasurer, Mrs. Lizzie Glass, Des
Moines. w.
Publisher, w. $. Page, Ottumwa.
For the Normal Institute:
Mrs. Matte Warricks, Des Moines,
President and Professor of Sunday
School Pedagogy.
Miss Mary I. Davis, Buxton, Vice
President and Professor of Sacred
History.
Revs. T. Taylor Of Oskaloosa and N. E.
Morgan, Carney, Vice Presidents.
Miss Leila Downey, Ottumwa, Pro-
fessor of Bible Study, and Mr.. G. H.
Mason, Des Moines, Professor of
Sacred History.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

The Moore's recital at Union Con-
.gregational church last evening vas :
success in way, but they were not
greeted with such an audience rs they
deserved. Mrs. Moore has sweet,
rich and musical voice which shows
culture. We regret very much that
more were not out. The program was
enjoyed by all who heard it. Mrs.
Moore is without doubt one of the very
best singers of the race.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

Quarterly meeting at Burns M. E.
church, 18th and Croker streets, June
26th. Preaching morning. afternoon
and evening by DR.. A. H. Higgs.
Leroy Woolrich, pastor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

If YOU are not satisfied after using
according to directions two-thlrds OF 2
bottle Of Chamberlair's Stomach and
Liver Tablets, you can have your money
back. The tablets cleans and lnvlgo-
rate the stomach, improve the dlges-
ton, regulate the bowels. Give them
a trial and get well. Sold by all drug
gists.
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WESTERN BAPTIST CONVENTION

The Western Baptist Convention
will meet with the Second Baptist
Church, Wichita, Kansas, Rev. Geo.
w. Smith, d. D., pastor, July, 18th
to 18th, 1910. The Womans Aux
iliary will meet Monday evening and
close Wednesday evening. The Con-
yention will begin its sessions on
Thursday morning and close Sunday
evening. A large delegation Is ex-
pected from all the states.
Special arrangements have been
made by the people and pastor OF
the Wichita Church to make the stay
OF the delegates pleasant 1t is hop
ed that the Churches and Associa-
tions and Conventions affiliating will
be inspired by this meeting for large
efforts in missionary endeavor
. Rev. T. l.. Griffith, President.
Rev. G. c. Mason, Cor. Sec.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

One Of the most interesting events OF
the season was the progressive party
given Tuesday evening by Mrs. Walter
Birney, assisted by her sister, Mrs.
VIM. Coalson. The guest first assemb-
led at the home Of Mrs. Coalson where
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

Mrs. John w, Jackson represented
the Union Congregational Sunday
School at the state Sunday School con-
vention, which met in Mason City this
week. Her son Russell accompanied
her.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1910-06-24

Rev. and Mrs. Bates and Miss Marie
johnson returned home from Centerville
Tuesday, where they attended the Bap-
tist Sunday School convention.