davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Gorden, of Davenport; s. w. Mrs
Eva Gorden, OF Davenport; Sec of the
Court. Rev. T. B. Stova]l was among
the guests of honor.
The Third Baptist church will have
their Sunday school Christmas tree
and exercises Saturday evening, De-
cember 23rd. They will also serve
supper. Sunday will be rally day
for the school. The Sunday school
lesson will be reviewed by Miss
Helen Rogers, Mrs. Fuqua. Mr. Has
tings and others. The fair at the
Third Baptist church last week
cleared $48.O0 for the church fund.
Bethel A. M. e. Sunday school
will give their Christmas exercises
Mnday evening, December 25th. The
school and the parents of the children
will be treated to a banquet at the
conclusion Of the program. No ad-
mission. Everybody Is invited. The
A. M. e. choir has abeen invited to
sing at Elridge January 18th, 1912,
on the occasion Of the farmers insti-
tIte.
Rev. T. b.. Stovall was called to
Rex Island Wednesday afternoon to.
preach the funeral services Of the
late Nm. Taylor. Mrs. Clara Shep-
pard sang a solo, Face to Face.
Mrs. Sarah Bean, who is teaching
in Crystal City, Mo-, will be home to
spend the holidays,
Masters Lyman and Chas. Sheppard
will spent the holidays with their
parents in Kansas.
. Mrs. VIM. O'Neal will spend the
holidays in Evanston, Ill.
The fuel and light committee Of
the A. M. e. church is arranging to
have a mock trial the latter part OF
January. q
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

The Christmas exercises at Carney
last Saturday was good Mrs. Madden
the Superintendent managed things
nicely. The church was handsomely
decorated, Rev. P. S. Erwin of Des
Moines, was present and he preached
Sunday, and on Monday night the Bap-
tist held their Christmas tree at Orela-
Dor, only about one mile from Carney
and splendid time reported and many
useful and valuable presents was given
the childen. Rev. White their minister
made splendid ad dress. Rev. Child's
is SUPERINTENDENT the Union Labor or
ganization made do nation Of s25 to
the two churches.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
THE FERGUSON CASE.

On last Tuesday morning about two
o'clock burgular call was turned in
from the residence of Mr.. L. Walters
1862 Walker street, Sergeant Breed
ing with officers, Badgly McMllen,
Allen Dellinger went out to look up
the matter. After tracking man
through the snow to the home Of
Grant Ferguson from this place Fergu-
son returned and told Mr.. Walters that
he had broke the window, that he was
drunk at the time he did it. He was
landed in Jail on charge of robbery.
Ferguson is the colored man that saved
two, out of party of four white men
that went over the dam at the foot Of
Center street three years ago. This
reminds Us of the cow that gave rich
pail of milk and then proceeded to kick
it over.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
KEOKUK.

Special to Bystander.
Obituary Of Mrs. Sidney A. Camp
bell.
In the sudden demise Of Mrs. Sid
ney A. Campbell, of Washington, Ia,
the citizens have lost worthy men,
ber of sciety, a woman whose quail
ties had endeared her to all who
knew her. She was an example to
the community in which she lived, a
faithful wife, noble mother and a
christian
Below is poem written by her
sister:
Dear Savior, am weary and my life
is Incomplete,
But bring the tangle meshes and
lay them at thy feet.
Thoust unravel all the tangle and
strengthen out each thread,
And what I've failed in weaving thou
wilt make perfect web;
Thou knowest intended to make by
life complete,
But heavy grow my hands and. heart.
and weary grow my feet.
Still I'm trusting In thy merits and
thy words 90 true and sweet:
Thou'st accent 4fhs Willing spirit al-
thugh the hesh is weak.
Dear Savior, will trust thee, for thy
weary feet have trod
The rough and thorny pathway which
leads me up to God,
And by thy precious life and death
I'm freed from every sin, #
I'm only waiting now to hear thy
welcome call, come in;
And on the cold and dreary Nove1n-
Der, her precious spirit fed.
All the trees were bare and leafess,
all the flowers were dead.
Left our sad hearts oh, 50 lonely on
life's wintry shore,
For a home among the angels left us
evermOre;
Folded up her tired fingers, closed
her weary eyes,
Laid her down in wakeless slumber.
awke in paradise.
MRS. M. DAVIS.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

return of another similar occasion.
Rev. Brewer preached soul-stir-
ring sermon last Sunday morning
upon the birth of Christ. The young
Mems club mad charge of the program
In the evening. Mr.. VIM. Martin, the
energetic and wide awake president,
that do things, is deserving of few
complementary bouquets for the
splendid array Of local talent that
was presented, Mr.. B. L. Anderson,
who must be classed with the men
who is "a natural born orator, held
the large audience with one accord
by his masterful eloquence. Mrs.
Ethel Watkins, who's ability as an
eOcutionist Is unquestioned, was at
her best in recital. An original conn
positin on Xmas was read by Mrs
Jennie Freeman. Between each num-
Der the sweet strains Of the choir ap-
pealed to each heart. The topics OF
race review were very effectively dis
cussed by Mr.. Ralph Tebeau. Then
we were favored by having in our
midst Mr.. Clyde Glass, of Des Moines,
whom we know of as the boy
wonder, who rendered two beautiful
instrumental selections, he being
asked by request to respond t an en-
care. Mr.. George Snoddy lifted the
Offering and surprised old acquaint-
ances by his plausible fervent appeal.
Wood saving contest at Pilgrims
Rest church next Thursday night.
Miss Marie Jackson is one of the com-
petitors.
Mrs. Rosa Bowman, who's illness
We noted few weeks ago, is slowly
improving, but as yet no change for
better is noted in the condition of
Mr.. Ollie Walker and Mr.. Benz. Har-
ris.
Rev. M. ]. Burton, state Baptist mis-
sinary, Is home with his family for
the holidays.
Mr.. and Mrs. Earl Ware are com
Portable settled in their new home,
located at 18th and Morgan street.
The Grand Master, e. T. Banks Of
Dse Moines, paid Union Lodge No. L
a visit Tuesday evening which was
greatly appreciated. M. Banks has
proved himself an efficient officer by
producing laws which made all the
boys sit up and take notice. After
the business session refreshments
WCA0 oClFCu. ~ MI. DduhS WAS the
guest of VIM. Gross while in the city.
An annual society event which is
looked forward to with much pleas
ure by many, and which is heartily
enjoyed when the time does finally
come, is the annual banquet and ball
which was given Christmas night at
Union Lodge hall by Union Lodge
No. l, A. F. and "A. M. A large gath
ering participated in the event. A
splendid program was rendered, after
which dancing was indulged in. E.e-
freshments was served by the COM
niittee. F. d. Fields and Mrs. Gar
nett, Tebeau, and Johnson furnished
music for the occasion
Mr.. VIM. Dixon, who rAaiiaas q :
1927 Timea street, s = .Asnt5y n used
. Mrs. Margaret Stewart and chill
dren of Chicago who has been visit
Ing at the home of her parents, the
Rev. and Mrs. W. A. Bruce, returned
TO her home one day last week ac-
by her mother, Mrs. Bruce,
who will spend the holidays in that
city.
Mrs. F. D. Bland is visiting friends
in Davenport during the holidays.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

In this important body of men. l
hope the reader will not consier me a
pessimist in expressing my views
along this line. think that higher
conceptin should be placed upon. the
duties of policeman than has been
done in former times. There are
three things that an officer should
know how to do, and do we'll (viz.) ::
inform the ignorant, protect the de-
feIseless and restrain the vicious.
The term ignorant in thts case does
not mean that the masses of the peo-
pie are unlettere6 but In many in
stances people commit some minor
offense because Of lack OF legal
knowledge. Hence a policeman should
be able to instruct them along these
lines. To protect the defenseless, an
officer should throw a safeguard
around those members Of society
who are unable to defend themselves.
T restrain the vicious, he should be
ready at all times to invoke the
strong arm OF the law to bring into
subjection those who willfully and
knowingly break the rules govern
ing organized society. An officer
should be fearless, intelligent and
sympathetic. He should be brave in
order that he may discharge his duty
at reasonable amount of personal
risk. Intelligent, that he may impart
a reasonable amount of information
to the inquiring public. Sympathtic.
that he may be able to reach human
ity in every station in life One thing
that an officer has to continually
guard against, is collusion between
himself and the criminal element of
society. This may arise from the use
OF stoolpigeon, or other cause
which shall not mention. The
reader may ask what is a stool
pigeon? He belongs to that class of
petty criminals that Is looking for
an occasional immunity bath from
the police, and is willing to give any
information he has regarding des-
perate criminal when called upon to
do SO. Sometimes he is of invaluable
service in this capacity, and ! shall
leave this matter to the reader to
Judge the necessity OF his services.
Last, but not least, policeman's
persnal appearance has much to do
with the position he holds. A
slouchy, unkempt man in uniform
makes bad impression on the minds
Of the people with whom he comes
in contact. But man that Is neat
in appearance will lend dignity to the
position which he holds as a guar
dian Of the peace.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
Money Saved-Dawson's Hardware.

Mesdames Frank Johnson and S. Joe
Brown representatives Of the Intellec-
tnal Improvement club which recently
gave the dinner for the benefit Of the
association were present and Mrs. John
son, in very fitting address presented
the association with the sum of $4,000
the net proceeds from said dinner for
which sum the ASSOCIATION is indeed
very grateful. On next Sunday the
address will be by DR.. E. A. Lee, our
efficient Dentist who will give some
helpful suggestions in Oral Hygiene,
All men and boys are cordially invited.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
BURLINGTON, IOWA.

Christmas day was marked this
year by delightful weather. The
breaking of the day reminded one Of
one more approaching spring.
Mrs. L. Washington entertained
with an elegant Christmas dinner, the
turkey serving as the center piece.
The usual good time was enjoyed by
all.
Mrs. James Brooks, Of West Hill,
also entertained with a dinner party.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. F. Trent, of Wash
ingtn street, had as their guest at
dinner Christmas Mr.. and Mrs. Tuck
er, of Carthage, ILL.,, and Miss Bessie
Earle.
The Christmas draw box was the
festival at the Union Baptist church
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

ence In newspaper work and knows
what the real needs are with colored
newspapers
Well, the first newspaper that came
to our office dressed up in it's Silver
Anniversary was the st. Paul Appeal.
1t is far the finest edition that came
to our office. In 1t were cuts of some
OF the homes Of st. Paul and Minneap-
oils people. Indeed they are beauti-
full homes. For 25 years that old and
brainy man, John Quincy Adams, has
appealed to the people in the north
west through the Appeal and for more
than 80 years he has been in the
newspaper business, starting In Louis
Vile, KY. He Is splendid type Of
the Aro-American citizen and he got
out splendid Silver Jubilee number,
a credit to any race. The Dallas Ex-
press came to us with q 20-page holi-
day number with pages OF advertis-
ing besides hundreds of inches Of
other advertisements illustrated with
cuts and write ups of leading colored
people Of the lone star state. The
Detroit Leader came out clothed in
colored paper with Sata Claus in col
crs, making beautiful effect eight
pages. The Indianapolis Freeman
gives us a 20 page holiday issue, illus
trated with cuts of our leading theat-
rical and stage people nicely arranged.
They ought to have had more Of our
men in other lines than theatrical
lines. The New York Age gives rs q
20 page issue very beautifully illus
trated with our race men In all lines.
A fine issue indeed. Our next attrac-
tion was the New York Amsterdam
News of New York with her 20 page
illustrated holiday edition. A good
edition. The Los Angeles Eagle has
a beautiful magazine from paper well
gotten up. We congratulate you boys.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
REVIEW OF SPECIAL EDITIONS.


The month Of December brings forth
more special holiday editions of the
different newspapers than any other
time, for two great reasons: First,
this season is the easiest time to get
advertising, hence It is a financial
gain. Second, it is the winding up
the year and everybody looks for
something new or different from the
ordinary. This year we have received
many congratulations upon the special
edith that the Bystander got out and
here must pause long enough to Just
mention one Of our enthusiastic sup
porters, who lives in Keokuk, Iowa.
He sent very nice letter stating that
he admired our struggle to produce
such a good paper that he enclosed
one dollar bill and said Smoke on
me- and signed his name. Bill, we
we're greatly elated and encouraged
by such expressions at that. We sus-
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
SUCCESSFUL HOME GATHER
ING. 81

Paris, Mo.
Special to Bystander.
The church, schools, secret socie-
ties and citizens celebrate the home
coming and official visit of Mrs Ne
vada H. Kinner, M. A. grand matron
of The Heroines Of Jerico of Missouri
and its Jurisdiction
PARIS, Mo-, Dec. 16, 1911.
y For three days In succession the
citizens of Paris were busily engaged
in entertaining this executive head,
distinguished visitor and educator.
Tuesday night she was highly en-
tertained by the Heroines of Jerico.
She gave them valuable and whole
some instructions on the good Of the
order and predicted bright future
for the race
After partaking of dainty repast,
she was the recipient of several pres
ents from Court and members as
token Of sincerity and affection.
"Wednesday night the Royal House
Of the S. M rs opened it's doors to
welcome and entertain this honored
guest.
She was intelligently introduced to
the audience and spoke with power
and feeling OF the present conditions
OF the race and gave some valuable
and hopeful remedies for it's weak
ness and mistakes.
After a general handshaking and
banquetting, the entertainers ad-
journed only Tor recuperation and
preparation for its final climax, and
lifting of gates the following night.
Thursday night a banquet was
given at the beautiful decorated A. M.
E. church by the citizens and schools.
The visitor was escorted to the en-
trance by the Paris high school band.
AT this junction a grand program was
rendered by citizens and guest.
Music furnished by the high school
choir. In this final gathering, Mrs.
Kinner was strongly introduced to
the citizens by Prin. Prof. T. B. Bur-
ris. She spoke intelligently and
powerfully for forty-five minutes Of
the wonderful achievements of the
race. She stated that the race was
not ha,,rr ~ as painted and that
it possessea aptionally good quail,
tiles of character and culture She
urged that the race encourage the
leaders and instructors in order that
they may grow stronger and lift the
higher to a more rapid rate of adj
vancement. S7
Several times during her lecture she
was interrupted by applause.
She encourages better care Of
health, more industry, less idleness.
more economy and a general re-
newal Of ideas and good thoughts,
etc.
This meeting was pleasant one
and ended well. RI
| Prof T. B. Burris. chairman; G. A.
Donaldson, instructor band and
choir; Miss Mabel Crump, organist:
Rev. w. p. McAllister, pastor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
AN IDEAL POLICEMAN

In this enlightened age, society Is
demanding honest, intelligent and
trustworthy men for guardians OF the
peace and welfare Of the community.
The grafters and ward-healing poll
ticans are fast loosing their hold on
these important positions, which they
should never have been allowed to
control in the first place. Chicago,
with a police force OF nearly 5000
men, has been aroused to the fact
that this class of men have no place
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Miss Lillian Neal spent Xmas in De-
Iutur, Iowa, visiting her parents on the
farm. Mr.. H. G. Brown accompanied
sias down, They returned Wednesday
reporting very pleasant visit.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Miss Mary Jenkins were united in
marriage to Mr.. E. M. Buckner last
Saturday at the residence of Rev. LIE
Roy Woolrich, who very impressively
tied the tabled knot, which made the
happy couple man and wife. They are
both known in our city and will make
their home at 1902 Park St.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
Y. C. M. c. A. NOTES.

Mr.. D. G.. Patterson, who has for
several years past been employed by
H. S. Chase & Co, the largest grocery
firm in, the city, gave splendid address
at the Mems Meeting Sunday after
noon on the NEGRO in the Commercial
World which was we'll received by all
who heard it.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
md afforded great pleasure for the

and afforded great pleasure for the
youngsters.
Miss Ida Palmer reports a delight
full visit while in Chicago. She re-
turned Saturday.
Mrs Jordan Earle left last week
for Frankfort, Mo-, accompanied by
her sister, Mrs. Martha Spears of
They will spend Christ
mas with relatives.
Mr. and Mrs. T. Saunders, Of Des
Moines, are spending the holidays
with Mrs. Saunders mother and sis
ters, Mrs. V. Leslie and daughters.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
Skates! Skates! Dawson's.

Jessie Graves, q former Des MONIES
boy who has been spending several
months working in Chicago, came over
! . spend the holidays visiting with old
friends and renewing acquaintances
Jessie likes old Des Moines.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

The many friends Of Mr.. and Mrs. ].
=. Reynolds were greatly shocked last
Sunday morning to learn that they had
ths misfortune to lose practically I'll
their household effects in a fire Of un-
Known origin at their home 1641 Ease
Walker street, last Saturday night.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
Sidewalk Scrapers- Dawson's.

The Des Moines delegation to the In
ser,State Literary association left Tues
oay night for the 21st annual session,
winch convenes at Wichita, Kansas,
Wednesday evening. Those will appear.
8on the program are: President S. Joe
brown and wife; Mrs. E. R. Hall,
Ars. Chas. Turner, Miss Vivian War.
varlcks and Miss Nellie Leftridge.
!, me other delegates are Mrs. E. B. Ell
s.l saston, Mr.. H. Gould, Mr.. E. R. Hall,
I IN, !. Warricks and Miss Iona Wilson.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Mr.. John D. Midget, young man
living at lOl3 Croker street. the home
Of his mother, died Thursday morning
at $3.50. He was only 23 years old.
His body will be taken to Chillicothe,
Mo-, for interment.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Rev. F. burden has accepted the
pastorate of large Baptist church in
Topeka, Kans., the one Rev. Menden-
hall OF Buxton resigned from. He left
at once to his new field.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

The Mothers Congress will meet
next Saturday, Jan, 9Th at the Y. C. M.
G. A. al 2 o'clock. An interesting pro-
gram is being arranged to which all
married women and mothers of the city
are invited to be present.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Miss Georgia Blackburn one of our
tsachers who is teaching in Buxton ar
rived in our city last week to spend the
holidays visiting with her parents and
lister.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Mrs. Katie Hutchinson Of Ourlabor
passed through our city last Saturday
enroute to Chicago where she intends
topend several weeks visiting, her sis.
sr and other friends. 4
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Th e Savoy Cafe
3o4 w. GRAND AVE,
First Class Restaurant. Meals
and Lunches served at all hours
Home cooking. You are invit-
ed to give us call
Charles 1masad Prop 0ss Mohes, To-
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
Corinthian Church Notes

COfinthian Church Notes
Sunday December 31st, 1880 4. m.
pastor's subject; Wealor Woe, Which?
IL m. Sunday School, z p. m. B. Z. 2
u, 8 p. m. subject, Balancing Ac-
counts. Watch, meeting at close of
sermon.
T. L. Griffith, Pastor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

DR.. A. J. Becker, who was taken
i'll was taken to the Methodist Hospital
for an operation where he is improving
as fast as can be expected.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

- you have relxtives or
i ...nds y visiting in the city or going to
~ visit, please inform us; we
.Ss't ali your local news.--Ed)
~, Emma Harris is improving.
,Bors wagons -Dswson's Hardware.

y n, sincere wish is a happy New
y.,r to all Of our subscribers and
friends.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

u, Mr.. and Mrs. Adam Dixon and son
sDaker, Mr.. and Mrs. Price Alexander
1 +.no Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. jackson left on
.ne early train Christmas morning for
u. s,,nolanola, Iowa, to spend the day with
u - and Mrs. Frank Flummer. Their
!. Ea'ughter Marie who is attending Will
Ueriorce !, College, also came to spend
sAs Amas at the parental home. The
went Will long be remembered as they
we're seeF royalty entertained.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

urs Fred Jones and children spent
1Yn,, in Bethany, Mo-, with her
srents.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Every family has need OF a good,
reliable liniment. For sprains, bruises
soreness Of the muscles and rheu-
matte pains there Is none better than
Chamberlain's, Sold by all dealers.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29
'BHailrds and Poel
29e West Third street
Luther H. S. Brown, Prop.
\ Little Mae Stanton is spending the
holidays with her auntie and grand
pother at Brookfeld, Mo.

. Miss Stella Stanton is spending this
week in Boone, Iowa, the guest Of Miss
'Colene Parker.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

M S. Rickett of Gallat:n, Mo-, is in
N c,ty spending few days with his
skother, Clay Lewis.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

The annual ball given last Wsdnes-
shy by the Masonic Lodge boys was
Erel attended and an enjoyable time
reported.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

4 The best New Year $ present that is
10 on the market at reduction is the
sn,stander, 81 for one year.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

The Bystandsr twelve months for 81.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

Sleds, Cheapest Dawson's Hd'ware.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-12-29

snow Shoes Dawson's Hardware.