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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
MARsHALLTowN ITEMS.

Mrs. J. B. Rush of Des Moines de-
livered an excellent address, called
"The Black Girls Burden" at the
Second Baptist church on May 9th.
After the lecture reception was
given by the Dunbar Progressive club.
The club also had Mrs. Rush give the
lecture.
Mrs. r. Warn and daughter, Miss
Vida, gave a reception. in honor Of
Mrs. J. B. Rush Of Des Moines. A
pleasant afternoon was spent. Mrs.
Grace Humphrey gave several instru-
mental selections. Al dainty two
course luncheon was served at small
tables, which were decorated with
carnations and lighted with candles.
A very delightful time was had by
all present. III ...~ %zt.-~:.
Mrs. George Suter will leave next
week to attend the Grand Chapter o.
E. S., also Mr.. I. L. Brown, who will
be installed patron Of Excelsior chap
ter. ..e ia.
The Dunbar Progressive club met
at the home OF Mrs. l.fL. Brown on
May 9Th. It being a business meet
ing, no program was given. The
hostess, after the club adjourned,
served refreshments, assisted by Mrs.
Grace Humphrey. The club will not
meet until June.
e DR.. Mitchell Of Columbus, Ohio, is
in the city on business on educational
lines. While in the city he is the
guest of Mr.. Albert Walker.
Rev. I. H. Kinney spent the first
part Of the week in Grinnell. While
there he was the guest Of Mr.. and
Mrs. John Spencer.
The Second Baptist clsasch is hold
ing series Of revival meetings. All
are requested to attend. Rev. r. j.
Roman, pastor.
Mr.. A. G. Clark Of Oskaloosa,
Iowa, will be in the city May 18th to
visit the Eureka lodge, No. 20, A. +.
& A. NJ, at which time six>candidates
will be taken in.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

a large bunch Of carnations. They
will be at home after May 18th at
718 Willow street and will be pleased
to meet their friends. "a
Last Sunday was observed as
Mothers Day and every one in Mason
City was out in full bloom to answer
TO Mothers Day. Rev. Woodford
preached a noble sermon Sunday
morning. The subject was Honor
Thy Father and Mother" A large
congregation was present. The
church was beautifully decorated with
flowers and each present wearing q
carnation. At 8 p. m. Rev. J. w. Lee
of Ottumwa, the evangelist, preached
a very interesting sermon. His SUBJ
ject was 1.-THE Lost Opportunity"
One of the largest congregations was
present to hear the sermon than ever
before. A special silver offering was
raised for the aged mothers, which
was about $500. The total collection
for the day was about $18.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

Miss Mollie Patterson died May 18th
at her home, 1901 Mccormick street,
as the result of an operation. She was
born in Virginia and lived to the age
Of AZ years. Miss Patterson came here
from Danville, ILL.,, in 1896 and has
lived here ever since. The deceased
was member of the Corinthian Bap-
fist church and the pastor, Rev. T. l..
Griffith preached the funeral. She is
survived by father; two brothers, D.
G. Patterson of this city and J. H.
Patterson Of indianapolis and sister,
Mrs. J. H. johnson of this city who
mourn her death, for she was a good
kind christian, daughter and sister.
J. H Patterson was unable to arrive
in time for the funeral.
Owing to repairs being made at the
Corinthian church the funeral services
were held at Union Congregational
church. 81 ,.5.,.a .....
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
DAVENPORT NOTES.

The revival services that have been
held at the A. M. E. church closed
last Friday evening with good results.
Miss Alice Clark, the evangelist, left
Saturday a. m. for her home in Mis-
souri, via Muscatine and Fort Madi-
son. .-...
Rev. Nicholson Of Chicago preached
morning and evening at the Third
Baptist church Sunday.
Mothers Day was observed at
Bethel A. M. E. church. Rev. T. B.
Stovall preached on the vice Of the
day and explained how the mothers
could help to better conditions by
awakening to the awfulness of vice
and by concerning themselves more
about the safety of their sons and
daughters.
The thanksgiving services of the
G. U. O. Of o. F. of Davenport were
held at Bethel A. M. E. church on
Sunday at 8 p. m. Rev. T. B. Stovall
preached the sermon. The church was
full of the best people Of the Tri-
Cities, showing that our Odd Fellows
and Household Of Ruth are highly ap-
preciated. The speaker paid high
tribute to the Household and juven-
lies. The Household ladies made a
fine showing, as we'll as the men.
Sunday, May 18th, is Stewardesses'
Day at Bethel A. M. E. church. Rev.
S. B. Walkup Of Moline, ILL.,, will
preach morning and evening.
The fifteenth amendment will be
celebrated at Bethel A. NJ. E. church
Friday evening, May 23d, under the
auspices Of the A. M. E. stewardesses.
Good speakers and special music.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

Atty. S. Joe Brown, Grand Patron;
E. T. Blagburn, Associate Grand Pa
tron; J. H. Reynolds, Grand Chaplain;
Mrs. E. T. Banks, Grand Electa; Mrs.
Maude Wilkison, Grand Marshal, and
Mrs. Eta Holland, Grand Esther;
also Mrs. s. Joe Brown, Matron; Mrs.
Addie French, Associate Matron, and
Mesdames Chas. Cousin and Edith
Essex, members of Princess Oziel
Chapter, No. 9, will constitute the
Des Moines delegation which will
leave for the sixth annual commune
cation Of the Iowa Grand Chapter Of
the Order of the Eastern Star at
Buxton on Monday morning. They
are also expecting to be Joined here
by Mrs. Ruth B. Bright, Grand Ma
tron, and Mrs. Jennie Johnson, Grand
Warder, of Davenport, and also by
Mrs. Eva Abbey, Matron, and the
other representatives of Star Of the
West Chapter, No. 30, Of Minneapo-
lis. -r. RI .. .a. 81. .l..., p.
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ALBA NEWS.

Mr.. Arthur Estes made business
trip to Des Moines on Monday and
returned Tuesday evening. e.4.#.
Lawyer Geo. H. Woodson and James
Spears are in Abba attending court
this week, also Mr.. Elmer Folsom and
others from Buxton on the jury.
Mrs. Eliza Hayes has been quite
sick the past week. Her mother, Mrs.
jackson, Of Mt. Pleasant, has been
with her. Mrs. Hayes baby girl died
on Tuesday Of this week. ~.
AT the home Of Mr.. and Mrs. Pearl
Thomas a very nice May party was
given by the Missionary society for
the benefit of the church, but on ac-
count of the rain the attendance was
not very large.
Missionary Sunday May 10th, at
the A. M. T.. church. All members
and friends were to tell something Of
the country Africa, also quoting vers-
es from the Bible. Paper read by
Mrs. Allie Bowman. Solo by Mr..
Cornelius Thomas and Mr.. Donald
Thomas. An address on the Home
for Homeless Children by superin-
tendent of the home.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Butler and SON.,
Lawrence, spent Sunday in Hooking
and took dinner at Mrs. Headspeath's.
Mrs. G. A. Davis and Miss Ada
Davis were at Mrs. Bessie Grayson's
in Hooking on Sunday.
Mrs. Jameson was a Hooking WISH
tor over Sunday.
A number Of strangers in town the
past week.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

The Iowa State Bystander collector
will start out next week upon his an
nual collecting trip and it is earn
estly hoped that all those who owe
the company will see him and settle
up. Don't dodge him when he is
there or say that you will send in,
but be prepared to pay this bill the
same as you do any other collector
when they call. Tuesday, May 10, he
will be in Oskaloosa; Wednesday, the
18th, in Washington; Thursday, the
18th, in Iowa City; Friday, the 10th,
in Muscatine; Saturday, the. 18th, in
Davenport; Tuesday, the goth, in
Rock Island, ILL.,; Wednesday, the
21st, in Moline, ILL.,; Thursday, the
22d, in Clinton, Iowa; Friday, the
23d, in Cedar Rapids; Saturday, the
oath, in Marshalltown. .a
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
MT. PLEASANT, IOWA.

Mr.. E. Holt Of Minneapolis has
been spending few days visiting his
wife and son, who have been here for
several weeks at the home of her par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. G. Harris.
Mrs. Buckley of Keokuk is visiting
with relatives and friends.
Miss Jessie Anderson has returned
from several weeks visit in Ko-
hoka, Keokuk and Burlington.
On Tuesday, May 9Th, occurred the
death Of Mrs. Erma Logan Pickett,
due to tuberculosis. Erma Logan
was born in Missouri on February IA,
1892, and with her parents came to
this city when she was quite small.
Here she grew to womanhood and
was beloved by all who knew her. In
December, 1910, she was united in
marriage to Joseph Pickett. To this
union two children were born, Hazel
and Logan Eugene, the latter pre-
ceding her in death only a few days.
She leaves to mourn her loss q hus-
band, one sister, Hazel, two brothers,
George Route and Clifford Logan, and
a father in Rhode Island. Her moth
er preceded her only about two
months. The funeral was held from
the A. M. E. church, Of which the
deceased was member, on Thursday
afternoon, together with her nine
months old infant. Rev. Lowery con-
Quoted the service, assisted by Rev.
Eaves. The large floral offering ex-
pressed the deep sympathy Of the
many friends. Mrs. Mack Pickett of
Keokuk was here to attend the funer-
al, also Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Washing
ton Of Burlington. g., III
A recital was given at the A. M. E.
church last week by Miss Glover, as
sisted by the Watts family, which
was very good and enjoyed by all. 1t
was given for the benefit Of the
church and proved a financial success.
Mrs. Elmer Richmond is quite i'll
at her home on E. East street. Mr..
and Mrs. George Colston Of Fairfield
and Mrs. T. Williams have been Wis
ting with her. ,15iss ;55i5 y
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

dered. The president read an ad-
address delivered by Mrs. Booker T.
Washington at Tuskegee Institute,
answering the question, What the Ne
gro woman is doing for herself. BY
request it was published. After the
usual routine of business the hostess
served a two-course luncheon, with
dainty place cards in pink and white.
Mr.. Charles Thomas has sold his
residence on Second street and moved
to six-room fiat at 118 Spruce
street. Mr.. Thomas has been in poor
health for some time. His friends
are hoping to see him able to be out
again soon. .-. d.
The Willing Workers club met at
the home of Mrs. Eubanks on Tues
day evening and elected the following
officers: President, Mrs. James San
ders; secretary, Mrs. Charles Thorn
as; treasurer, Mr.. Ambrose Jackson;
chaplain, Mr.. Hickenbotham. The
hostess served the members with ice
cream and cake.
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Goodwin are
spending a few days in Keokuk this
week. w.. !.
Mrs. Charles Thomas was enter
tanned at luncheon last week at the
home of Mrs. Thomas Jefferson while
on business trip in Keokuk.
We regret very much to learn of
the home of Mr.. J. o. Goodwin being
quarantined. Miss Madge has the
smallpox.
Mrs. w. A. Fry of Keokuk was a
visitor to our city Friday.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

Al the meeting Of the Negro Ly-
ceum association with Miss Mamie
James last Tuesday evening Mr..
Douglass Miller, Jr., read paper on
the Judicial Powers Of the U. s."
Miss Susie Lee, vice president of the
Interstate Literary association, and
Miss Mary Jane Reeves were present
and addressed the Lyceum, after
which the hostess served a dainty
repast. The meeting next week will
be with Mr.. Miller at 1745 East Walk
er street, at which time DR.. J. A.
Jefferson will read a paper on the
California anti-alien legislation.
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Fl. MADISON NOTES.

Mr.. William Brown Of Chanute,
Kansas, has returned to work with
contractors as cement fnisker. H
Friday afternoon at about5 o'clock
launch capsized with eleven men.
Three were rescued by Mr.. William
Matthews, one of our young men, who
deserves credit for his bravery.
There will be baptism at the Sec
ond Baptist church on Sunday. III
Rev. and Mrs. Bowles are in Keo-
kuk this week. They will return the
last Of the week for services here
Sunday.
In the absence Of the pastor Of the
Second Baptist church on Sunday,
Rev. McC lelland preached in the
morning a soul stirring sermon.
The White Rose club met at the
home of Mrs. James Bowles on Thurs
day. "A splendid program was rem
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
MASON CITY, IOWA.

Harry Hawkins is still on the sick
list at this writing.
Mrs. Fred Wright was called to the
bedside of Mrs. Lardres, who was
taken suddenly sick at McCocano,
Iowa. IN
Rev. J. w. Lee of Ottumwa, origin
ally from Topeka, Kans., is in the
city for an indefinite time. =.
Mr.. Tucker of Chicago, who is por-
ter on the Northwestern road, was q
visitor at church and Sunday school
last Sunday. "
Mrs. McNighter, Mrs. Bailey and
Mrs. DR.. Marston (white), all men,
bers of the Civic League, visited the
Ladies' Aid society Friday at the
home of Mrs. J. D. Reeler and each
lady gave very interesting discourse.
which was enjoyed by all. The sub
ject was "Beautifying the Home and
the City" After listening to the
different speakers for short while,
light refreshments were served by
the hostess and all departed at late
hour for their homes, with many new
thoughts and ideas. IA. ss@
MI. Kemp Of Chicago is in the city
remodeling his home.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Eaton, after
a two weeks visit with her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Davis, departed
Tuesday for Rochester, Mimi, to re-
main for an indefinite time.
Mr.. Henry Simms left Saturday for
a few days visit at St. Paul.
Mrs. Thomas Allen entertained at
a 6 o'clock dinner Monday Mr.. and
Mrs. Arthur Eaton and Mrs. w. Davis
and Rev. F. D. Woodford.
Mrs. Scott Davis Of Fort Dodge is
in the city this week visiting Mrs.
John R. Beverly and her sister, Mrs.
Z. w. Tyler.
Don't forget the old plantation play
Wednesday given by the Ladies Aid.
Admission 10 cents.
on last Sunday morning at 9
o'clock sharp occurred the marriage
Of Mr.. Fred Mitchell Of this city and
Miss Ella Stratton Of Manly, Iowa.
The wedding was quite a shock to the
community, only two or three MEM
bers Of the family being present. The
bride came forth with q beautiful
white silk MULE dress over white
satin and long white gloves, carrying
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
COLFAx NOTES.

J Mr.. Louis Morris still remains quite
poorly, seemingly growing weaker,
which we all are sorry to hear.
There was no preaching at the
Bethel church Sunday morning, but
preaching in the evening.
Mr.. Louis Strothers from Buxton
was in our city one day last week
shaking hands with his many friends.
Mrs. Sam Dean went to Buxton on
Tuesday morning. 1
Miss Laura Banks was q Carney
visitor Sunday, the guest Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Chas. Holmes.
II Mr.. Brown from st. Joe is visiting
in our city, the guest Of his aunt and
uncle, Mr.. and Mrs. ]. ]. Beasley. y
s Mr.. Geo. Banks is visiting in our
city, the guest Of his mother and
father from Des Moines.
Mrs. w. H. Clark leave tomorrow,
May 14th, for South Dakota, to join
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her husband, Rev. Clark, who has
gone to take up homestead.
The Odd Fellows report an enjoy
able time and q pleasant meeting in
the Capital City on Sunday. @
The Bethel Baptist school gave q
musical entertainment at the hall on
Saturday night and Q nice little sum
was realized. an
Mrs. Bell Coleman returned the lat
ter part Of last week from the Capt.
tai City, where she visited friends.
MIR. Matt Banks made flying trip
to our city between trains last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wilson, who have had
employment at the Hotel Colfax, have
resigned their positions and have
rooms at the Battle house.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

DR.. A J. Booker was called to AL
bany, Missouri, on Saturday in con-
sultation with DR.. Barger on a case
of tuberculosis. DR.. Booker returned
Monday night.
Miss Letta Cary, A. B., former
Des Moines young woman who grad
uated from the State university last
June, and now holds the position Of
professor of modern languages in
Bishop college at Marshall, Texas, is
expected to arrive in this city Satur-
day morning for visit with rela-
tives and friends, the institution with
which she is connected having closed
its session on last Thursday.
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Effective Leadership Of the
Rev. s. Il. Sims.
KNOWS HOW TO MANAGE.
Graphic story Of the Achievements Of
New York Pastor Who BY Diligence
Has Wrought q Wonderful Change
For Good Among the People Of His
Immediate Community.
py cLEyHLAND 9. ALLEN.

. : 3d..
New York.-That God has chosen
men for certain work and endowed
them with peculiar gifts for such work
is strikingly seen in the efforts Of the
Rev. G.. II. Sims, pastor Of the Union
Baptist church in this city. DR.. Sims
church is located in section which
less than ten years ago was known as
one of the worst sections Of the city.
It was district In which lived the
most criminal element of both races.
where crime predominated. 1t was
known as "Hell's Kitchen" and had
such bad reputation that the police
department was taxed to its utmost as
to the most effective method Of deal
ing with the situation in the neighbor-
hood. Before DR.. Sims took up work
in the neighborhood the influence Of
the church had not been felt, and it
was district that was Stunned and
untouched by the religious and social
workers.
The invasion Of DR.. Sims into this
neighborhood required the utmost con-
fidence and strength of purpose. He
began his work in West Sixty-third
street In 1901. and during his twelve
years of labor in this section he has
completely changed the tone Of the
neighborhood. The Union Baptist
church has been so influential In its re-
ligious work that It has been felt
throughout the neighborhood. The So
cial and moral life Of the community
has been completely revolutionized.
The earnestness Of DR.. Sims soon
manifested itself. and the once disor-
derry element soon began to take no.
tice. From a thriftless and careless
community. where the worst social and
moral conditions existed. DR.. Sims has
changed the community into one Of.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
CLINTON, IOWA.

Mothers LAY was appropriately OBJ
served at Bethel A. NJ. E. church by
the Sunday school on May 9TH. A
pleasing program was rendered, in
which the mothers took part. Mrs.
Emma S. Heron was in charge.
NJ. 0. Culberson spent Sunday in
Davenport in attendance at the Odd
Fellows annual sermon. He reports
an enjoyable time.
Mrs. c.. E. West of Chicago re-
turned TO her home Sunday, after a
weeks visit with her brother, A. A..
Bush. and family. II.
F'r:tr ds of Rev. z. U. Taylor in
CT, ton were the recipients the past
week of beautiful invitations an
nouncing his marriage to Miss leila
Davis. Of Des Moines on June 4th.
A social was given at the A. M. E.
church last week under the auspices
Of the class leaders.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Henderson es-
tertained the choir at their Tenth
avenue home last week, with light re-
freshments at the conclusion Of the
rehearsal. ss.
VIM. Mann left last week for his
ranch in Nebraska, after ten days
visit with relatives and friends.
Mrs. F. P. Aikens is confined to her
home by illness.
A communication has been received
from Mr.. Jno. L. Thompson announc-
ing his appearance next week on his
annual collecting tour. Please see
the local representative at once and
thereby save the genial editor from
having to hunt you up. He hopes to
leave Clinton withea clean slate, so
you who are in arrears take notice.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
Health a Factor in Success.

The largest factor contributing to
q mans success is undoubtedly health.
It has been observed that man is
seldom sick when his bowels are reg
ular--he is never we'll when they are
constipated. For constipation you
will find nothing quite so good as
Chamberlain's Tablets. They not only
move the bowels, but improve the APP.
petite and strengthen the digestion.
They are sold by all dealers.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
ENTERPRISE, IOWA.

The annual sermon of the X. of P.
was preached at Mt. Olive Baptist
church on May 4th, Rev. F. c. Boiling
having charge Of the sermon. Mr.. G.
w. Divers was master Of ceremonies.
Remarks in behalf of the X. Of P.
order were made by J. Mason. A
paper on behalf of the court was read
by Mrs. Sophia Edmond. Marshal of
the day being Ollie Crucher. ~
Sunday, May 18th, was a welcomed
day for the Odd Fellows. After the
parade, which was led by A. w.
White and his Enterprise cornet
band, the sermon was preached by
Nathan Hornberger, a young licensed
minister, also a w. T. of Capital
lodge, No. 8341. Mr.. r. Brown was
master of ceremonies. There being
no organized Household Of Ruth here,
Mrs. w. D. Miller read paper in be-
half of the Household of Ruth. Mr..
w. d. Miller, the N. G., made an ad-
dress in behalf of the order.
Mrs. S. Barber Of Chicago is here
visiting her relatives. -
Mr.. and Mrs. J. Hickman have re-
turned from Wisconsin, where they
spent a two weeks visit with rela-
tives. -
Mrs. John Wright Of Buxton was
the guest of Mr.. and Mrs. ]. Steele
last week. ..... ~.$g-.
The little son Of Mr.. and Mrs. June
Wimsey Of Buxton died last Sunday
night Of pneumonia at the home of
its grandparents, Mr.. and Mrs. T.
Taylor. 2@s@ III ;&5.& WI: :f. ".
The candidates for baptism of the
Mt. Olive Baptist church will he bap-
tized the first Sunday in June.
The annual sermon of the Mission
Circle will be preached on the fourth
Sunday Of this month. .se
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16
GRAND COURT OF II. O FL.

The twenty-third annual commune
cation of the Grand Court of Heroines
Of Jericho for the state of Iowa and
jurisdiction will be held at Keokuk,
Iowa, the second Tuesday in June at
$3.50 a. m. In session 10th, 18th and
18th. Brent and Margaretann Courts
entertain. All subordinate court rep
and as many visiting
members that will be in attendance
forward your name to G.. G. Sec'y,
Mrs. Emma Teabeau, 1902 Timea
street, Keokuk, Iowa.
BY order of Maude M. Wilkinson,
G.. M. A. M; Rev. w. A. Searcy, G.
w. j..
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

Rev James H. Patterson and family
wish to express their gratitude to the
many friends for their kindness and
sympathy that was shown the deceased
and bereaved family, and to Drs, Book
er and Kelley who so faithfully served
to the last.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1913-05-16

The knights Of Pythias annual me-
mortal services that We're held last
Sunday, May 4th, at Union Congrega-
tional church were largely attended,
even though the weather was threat
ening rain. The sermon was preached
by Rev. j. Nv. Morton of Colfax. The
Court of Calantha was present and
they all looked beautiful. Some Of
the men were arrayed in gorgeous at
tire. It was great meeting. Good
for the K. Of P.'s. -Sas5sss,. Va ~.