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The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1914-10-29
A Brief Description Of the Building.

The church is of a distinctly new
type, being a modification for relig-
ious purposes of what is known as
the bungalow style. There are but
few churches built along this line in
the country and none known to the
writer of so distinctly the bungalow
type; the chief variation being in the
sleeper pitch of roof made as COM
parison with convention and also nee
essary to maintain the symetrical
lines and give that airy appearance
which is the chief distinction of this
building.
Though the structure is quite large
is appears small and dainty. One
would not suspect from it's appear
ance that it is 78x50 feet at it's great
est dimensions and almost 40 feet
high to the ridge roll, with capacity
Of about 400.
The building is frame, covered
with stucco and shingles, built on a
very beautiful foundation of concrete
and paving brick with hollow tile.
The basement wall varies from thir-
teen to twenty-five inches in thick
ness.
The stucco forms belt seven feet
wide around the building, reaching
to the water table at the window line.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1914-10-29
A CHURCH DEDICATION
Magnificent New Brethren Church
in le0n was Formally Dedicated
last Sunday Morning. 81

The magnificent new Brethren
church just completed at the corner
of Church and Sixth streets in this
city, was formally dedicated with APP
propriate services on last Sunday,
when three services were held in the
new edifice, which is one of the
handsomest and unique places Of
worship in the state.
Much praise should be given to
Rev. G. T. Ronk, the pastor Of the
church, for his untiring efforts and
many hours of hard work on the new
church, of which the congregation
are so justly proud. Rev. Ronk not
only planned the building, but has
been on the job every minute during
it's construction, doing all kinds of
work, for he can work as we'll as
preach. 1t is due in great measure
to his efficient work that the new edi-
flee was constructed. A year ago
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1914-10-29

boards of extension so that the deficit
is not worrying them any, and it is
arranged so that all will be paid eff
inside OF three years. A special choir
of IS voices, under the leadership OF
w. e. Kemp, furnished excellent mu-
sic for the occasion.
AT the Fellowship. service at 1880
o'clock in the afternoon, there was
the same large attendance as at the
morning meeting. The ministers Of
all the other Leon churches partici-
pated in the service, short addresses
being made by Rev. G. W. Reeder, Of
the Baptist church, Rev. Guy j. Fan
sher of the Methodist church, Rev
B. F. Jacobs, of the Presbyterian
church, and Rev. ]. w. Johnson, OF
the Christian church.
In the evening Rev. Beachler
preached another excellent sermon,
every seat in the church being occupi-
ed.
The building committee Of the new
church was composed of J. F. CARRIER,
F. A. CARRIER, Milton Manchester, Ed
Kemp, Miss Mollie Sears, Frank Git
finger, w. w. Cannon, S. w. Sears,
and G. T. Ronk, the latter being also
superintendent OF construction. The
treasurer is w: w. Cannon and Miss
Mollie Sears is secretary.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1914-10-29
A Short History of the Brethren in
Decatur County.

The work of the Brethren began
in Decatur county in 1856 when Ell
der Abraham Replogle, of Appanoose
county gathered together the men,
! bers of the church at the village of
Franklin and organized them into a
church with VIM. J. Stout. Samuel A.
CARRIER and Harvey Spurlock as the
ministers in charge. The charter
members were Susan Hendricks, ia
cob Sears and wife, Christ Heaston
ard. wife, Jacob Heaston and wife,
Samuel Sears, Wm Stout and wife,
Harvey Spurlock and wife, Samuel
CARRIER and wife, Jas. Ownsby and
wife The first communion was held
at the home Of Jas. Ownsby at De-
catur City.
AS long as they lived Elders Stout
and CARRIER went everywhere preach
ing the gospel with apostolic fervor
| according the Interpretation of the
| Brethren. AS result thirty years
| ago there was scarcely a person in
the county but who had heard one Of
the elders preach, and adherents to
the faith of the Brethren are to be
found in every corner of the county.
The following are some of the
places in Decatur county where they
! preached with some regularity at
Iyarious times: Franklin M. e. church
and Franklin school, White Oak,
| Pleasant View, Whitehall, Bradney,
Reynolds, McAlister, High Point,
tKendall, Riddle, Beavers, West
Eden, Welcome, Virnon Ridge, Jack
Oak, Rauch, Decatur City, Stone, Fo-
land, Westerville, MAGELLAN, Wilson,
Elm-mostly school houses. They
also preached in Mercer, Nodaway,
Harris and other Missouri counties
as we'll as almost every county in
southern Iowa. This is an astonish-
ing field of labor for these pioneer
preachers who earned their living by
farming. We gladly pay them the
tribute of our admiration and praise.
The first Brethren church was
built in Decatur county in 1874 at
point about six miles northeast Of
Leon where it still stands and is
known as Franklin church.
In 1888 came the unfortunate di-
vision of the Brethren over the ques-
ton largely of uniformity in religious
garb. The liberal conference joined
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1914-10-29
Resolutions OF Respect.

Whereas: Il has pleased our Heav-
emily Father 10 take frcm our pres
ence our esteemed conlrale and
friend, W Fl. Fulton:
Resolved, that we, the members of
the Leon w. r. G. No. 206, extend
to the bereayed and sorrowing family
our sincere sympathy;
Resolved, that copy of these reso-
lutions be sent the aged companion
and family Of Comrade Fulton, a
copy be sent to the Grand Army Adj
vocate for publication and copy be
spread on the records of this order.
Hannah Evans,
Jeanette Rumley,
Anna Gardner
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1914-10-29

with the Presbyterians in building a
union chapel a. Crown, where more
converts have been made doubtless
than at any other church in the
county during twenty years. The
following preachers have served
there: S. II. Bashor, Mrs. Clara
Flora, Noah Flora, Isaac Thomas,
Sadie Gibbons, w. A. Witty, S.. G.
Wood, F. Rawlnson, J. T. and F. a.
CARRIER, G. T. RonA
The church at Union Chapel was
organized in October, 1912. The
church in Leon was begun May 2S,
1914, the lot. having been purchased
in October, 1918.
The Leon reporter. (Leon, Iowa) 1887-1930, 1914-10-29

Daylight Flour.
Cannon Bros. Mill.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
LA CROSSE, WIS, NOTES.

The Thursday Afternoon Sewing
Club spent a very enjoyable afternoon
this week with Mrs. w. L. Toney
1913 Badger St. Delicious refresh
ments were served and very pleas
ant afternoon was spent. Mrs. J. C.
Davies is able to be out after a few
days illness which kept her to hel
home, $40 West Ave. No. Mrs. Nor
man Waldron, 1424 Pine St. had the
misfortune to sprain her ankle last
Sunday. Her friends hope to see her
out soon. Judge J. c. Perkins has
suppficiently recovered from his late
illness to be taken to his home from
the Hospital. Mr.. Norman Waldror
had a very painful accident, While
cleaning a globe he cut his arm. He
is much better Miss Gertrude Smith
has been quite i'll at her home, I33 So
4th St.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

the political history Of the state Of Mis-
eissippi, touching here and there on
national politics and ending with a
conservative statement of President
Taft's grave errors in dealing with the
Negro question. the author has illu-
mined in most effective fashion some
Of the most interesting pages Of Amer
lean political history.
The recital Of the story of recon
struction is In parts dramatic and in
parts tragic. The strategy Of designing
politicians worked an appalling trag-
edy in the life Of the ambitious Negro
leader during the reconstruction Pc
riod and especially In 1874, when the
radical Democrats came into power
throughout the southern states. The
conditions described SO vividly were
Flamentable, illustrating the awful ca
lamities suffered by the weaker ele-
ment Of the body polite at the hands
Of the stronger.
But Major Lynch is not pessimist.
He Is man with a great vision. He
has seen the dawn Of a new age when
each mans good shall be all mems
aim" We Of this age may be little
apathetic about such matters as are
set forth in the book, but it would be
we'll for us to read over and over again
what this wise observer has written
concerning our past. The book pre-
sents facts as the author has witnessed
them. His study Of the political situa-
ton is both analytical and intensive.
He is student Of psychology. His is
the advocacy Of civil and political
rights Of all citizens. ~
Major Lynch entered public life
while quite young man. It was In
1860 that Governor Ames appointed
him justice Of the peace in the city Of
Natchez, Miss. He showed splendid
executive ability and was soon pro-
noted by the people to a seat In the
state legislature. His has been q bril-
liant career. There is hardly a Negro
in the entire country whose past life
has been so closely connected with the
reconstruction period and who is more
highly esteemed in the councils of the
Republican party today as is John r.
Lynch. While he was serving In the
national house Of representatives he
was leader Of powerful influence.
He was once honored by the national
Republican convention as temporary
chairman. He has served as auditor
Of the United States treasury and pay
master In the United States army.
Because Of his close contact with the
great leaders In the Republican party
and with the problems I'm political Iife
for the past forty years Major Lynch
II well qualified to write intimately
concerning the subject treated in his
book.
There Is no way Of accounting for the
wonderful sagacity and wisdom mani
tested by our people during the recon
struction period. How they learned so
quickly to conceive and plan legisla-
ton Of such farreaching Importance Is
puzzle, but that they legislated wise
ly the laws Of many Of the southern
states do attest. The administration of
colored officials In the state of Missis-
sippi, whatever may be said to the con.
trary, was manly. 1t must be remem-
bered that the race had no historians
to record its acts; its critics were its
enemies.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
A DISGRACE.

Nothstanding the fact that the
County buries its paupers, we have
several Post Mortem Sisters of Char
ity, who look after the CASH FOR
BURIAL, instea1 of ministering tc
the wants of the sick and dying, like
the real Sisters of Charity whose
good work is universally known. It's
funny how some folks like to collect
money especially when they do not
have to account for it. Why not in.
corporate into the Pauper's Burial
Collection Agency-and deduct the
usual commission. ...
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Miss Mamie H. Burroughs of the
National Training Schools for Wom-
en- and Girls at Washington, D. c.,
will visit the Twin Cities on April
10Th. She will speak at Pilgrim Bap-
tist Church, St. Paul, and Bethesda
Baptist Church in Minneapolis. Miss
Burroughs is one of the ablest wom-
en- of her race, and she will impress
on the people of the Northwest the
plan of campaign set forth in the
recent Sociological Congress held in
Atlanta, Ga. She will interpret prac-
tically the spirit of the Congress and
its views on the social problem.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

LOO kI LOOK 10 o kI
Now IL the time to take advantage
Of buying q new home. We have q
few lots in the south part Of the city.
which IL the best location in Mime
apolis. on which we can build you q
new house and sell the house and lot
to you for 500 down and the balance
on monthly payments. Plans fur.
nIshed free. Call US up or come in
and talk It over because this offer
win not last very long. ..
r. PEOPLES, 23e BOSTON BLOCK,
..' s Me. 2180. ...
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
NEGRO COLONY FOR AFRICA.

Mr.. J. M. Cunningham who has
just returned from a Southern trip,
reports that a colony of well-to-do
Negroes were leaving the State of
Texas for Africa. Among the colony
were representatives of trades, pro-
fessors and many laborers. He saw
them at Dennison enroute Galveston
to embark. Mr.. Cunningham says
that they were not part of the
"Chief Sam contingent" which were
stranded in many cites.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
PILGRIM COMMANDERY, X. ]

PILGRIM coMMANDERY, X. T.
The Easter. Services of St. James
Commandery, Knights Templars. will
be held on Easter Sunday afternoon
at 3 P. NJ, at St. James A. M. E.
Church, 315 9th Ave. So. Mime
apolis. The public is cordially invited
to attend. Geo. w. Brown Eminent
Commander, Geo. H. Johnson Rec
order.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
RALPH W. TYLER'S AMBITION.

Census Bureau Will TabuIate Holdings
Of Northern Afro Americans. y
Washington. - In the fall of 1913
Ralph w. Tyler took up with the di-
rector Of the United States census and
urged the matter Of giving the home
ownership by Negroes in the northern
states as is done In the southern states.
At that time the director. replied he
could not do 1t. Mr.. Tyler's contention
at that time attracted considerable mo-
uce from white dailies because Of his
insistence that without this data the
wonderful progress Of the race in the
north could not be shown. 4
Recently Mr.. Tyler received the fol-
lowing letter from the director Of CEN
sus, which indicates that home owner
ship by Negroes in the northern states
is soon to be collated and made pub
lie: s
Mr.. Ralph W. Tyler. National Negro
Business League. Washington: &
Dear Sir-You win perhaps remember
that we had some correspondence last fan
with reference to the ownership Of homes
III tHo Onlteu 0tdkcS uy NcBfooS. ht thoe
time informed you that the plans Of my
predecessor had been carried out to such
an extent prior to my connection with
the bureau that II was impossible for me
to make any change In the presentation Of
figures on the ownership Of homes by
Negroes, which included the southern
states only.
am inclosing a Circular Of Informa-
tion Concerning Tentative Program Of the
Bureau Of Census" on page Of which
Is described the special report on NEGRO
Population" which l expect to issue as
soon as ! can get to It. This report will
bs similar to the Twelfth Census Bulle-
tin on Negroes In the United States"
have decided to have information relating
to the ownership Of homes tabulated by
color In the remaining sections Of the
country, and this special report will show
the ownership Of homes by Negroes In
all states. .
Your interest In the work Of the census
bureau In greatly appreciated. Very truly
yours. WILLIAM J. HARRIS.
Director.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Miss L. o. Smith has filed her
petition as a voluntary bankrupt. She
conducted the Olive Hair Store, one
of the finest hair-dressing parlors in
this city. Her liabilities amount to
about $4,000. Among her creditors
are Walter L. Smith $3.50, J. M. Nor
ris, $S5; VIM. Stirman, $r3o; Meter,
$3.50.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

The funeral of Mr.. E. D. Labodie
was held Wednesday. He died Satur-
day at City Hospital. Subscriptions
were collected to defray his funeral
expenses. Mr.. Labodie was about 80
years old.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Miss Ida M. Grey was home last
week on her valation. She was the
honored guest at house party given
at her home on Friday eve, which
was attended by many of her friends,
who spent very pleasant evening.
Cards and dancing were the special
features. Miss Grey left Sunday for
her school.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

The Southern Theatre has opened,
after being closed on account Of fire.
1t 10 renovated and the management
are presenting the high class movies.
We are glad to mention that no dis
elimination is tolerated by Mr.. He'd
lund. who appreciates the Negro
patronage.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Judge Finehout has proven a fair
and able Judge. He always dealt just
ly with the Negroes. They will see
that he is reelected to the Municipal
Bench.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

When writing for the press, don't
abbreviate your words. Spell each
one out correctly and distinctly. If
you don't it means that all Of your
manuscript will have to be rewritten
If there is time. Write on one side of
the paper only.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
u. S. w. v. TO PARADE.

The Negro Veterans, who served
in the Spanish-American War, are ar
ranging to parade on Memorial Day.
There are many of the veterans in
this city, and efforts will be made to
get them together. All honorably
discharged soldiers or sailors of the
Spanish-American War will send their
names and addresses to The Twin
City Star Immediately, and they will
be notified when a meeting will be
held.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
MAJ. aENL JACKSON TO VISIT

MAJ. 6ENL JACKSON TO VISIT.
The Uniform Rank. Knights OF
Pythias will be honored by a visit
from Maj. r. R. jackson Of Chicago,
On April IA, at which time there will
be given the Annual Easter Recep.
tion at the Armory. This is a looked
for event and the Concert and Ball is
the largest gathering held in the Twin
Cities.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
EASTER PROMENADE.

Judge johnson is to entertain at
Union Temple Hall on Wednesday
night after Easter. Don't forget the
date, April 18th. Come. and show your
new clothes-Yours Judge. (Adver-
tisement.) &
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mr.. Geo. w. Brown, who conducts
lunch-wagon on Washington Ave,
was followed to his home on Pierce
st. on Tuesday morning. He sus-
pected the stranger and frightened
him away with few shots.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
A RACE PROBLEM.

Why IS It that many persons, who
represent themselves as race workers,
never subscribe to and pay for race
papers? How many, do you know!
Who are they?
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
MINNEAPOLIS

In this great city Of ours, We need
more consecrated men and women to
throw out the life line 20 rescue the
Dsrishing souls. Rev. T. ]. Carter.
PASTOR Bethesda Baptist Churcn.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

DR.. w. H. Wright, the dentist, has
opened his dental parlors at III So.
9th St. He has successfully passed
the State Board Examination and is
desirous of the patronage of those
who need dental work done at reason
able prices.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mr.. John A. Dickerson will leave
May 4th for his seasons opening
with the Dickerson Cabaret Entertain
ers, which is one of the successful
road attractions. ...--
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

DR.. M. w. Judy has located at 248
First Ave. No., where he requests the
patronage of those desiring first class
dental work. +
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Any person who has paid for this
paper. without receiving It. viii be
given . years subscription on proof
Of their assertion. h.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
THE ST. LOUIS KITCHEN.

You can get good meal. clean
service, and courteous attention At
the st. Louis Kitchen, 1873 e. Third
st., st. Paul. Mrs. Hinson is univer
sally known for her good cooking.
ST. LOUIS KITCHEN, 1ss z. srd O.,
st. Paul, Observation-Disclosures.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Deputy Sheriff John M. Allison was
taken sick on duty at court on We'd
nesday. He is suffering with cold.
but has returned to work.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mrs. E. R. Edwards, wife of Rev.
Edwards, is in Chicago at the bedside
of her mother who is very i'll.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

The funeral of Mr.. Geo. Brady the
barber, one of the respected citizens
of this city was held on Monday.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Rev. and Mrs. M. w. Withers have
returned after visiting Butte, Helena
and other western cities.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mr.. Thos. Donaldson has returned
from Winnipeg and reentered the
service of the 500 Line, where he
was employed for many years.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
The Star IL on sale at
Jones 4 Bell, 244 3rd Ave. 90.
Franks, t427 Wash. Ave. 30.
Nysrsn's, 14o2 Washington Ave. 9,
FURNlsHED ROOM

Good comfortable clean Rooms,
moderate prices. Apply to Mrs. F.
Hardy, $50 9TH Ave. No.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Should Use Capital an"
Please use the capital IN" in Negro
Our exchanges are careful to give dis
tinction to the Indian, Chinaman. and
all other races, but mention the Negro
with a small En-"
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

PRINTING THAT SATISFIES.
Bring your printing to THE TWIN
CITY STAR PRINT, 1902 Washington
Ave. SO. The work will suit you
Estimates cheerfuIIy given. T. 8. 2520.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

You must send your subscriptions
II you want the Twin City Star, or or.
der It discontinued.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mr.. I. G. Jones was struck by an
auto at 18th Ave. So. and 9TH ST. on
Saturday evening. He was badly
bruised, but only remained in his
home a few days.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
The Peoples christlan Mlsslsn,
REV. q. W. MITCHELL, PASTOR.
I2o4 Washlnstsn Ave. o.

Rev. n. w. 0flles conducts Bible
and missionary training classes a.
follows: (With Mr.. and Mrs. John
son. 62s Avenue North. Monday even
ings; with Mr.. and Mrs. O. A. Lawr-
ence, DO 8 Ave. South. Tuesday even
ings,
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
FORUM MEETING.

The Forum mssts the frst Sunday
h each month at o. Peters A. n. \.
Church. and On tie third Sunday each
nsoth q Bethesda Baptist Church.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mr.. Brady died Sunday after a ser
ious illness.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mr.. Clarence w. King is visiting in
Charleston, S. C.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mr.. F. Celestine is taking the I
course in Business Law.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Of truth I perceive that God is
no respecter of persons. But in every
nation he that feareth him and work,
eth Righteousness, is accepted with
him. Acts. 10 chap. "a, IS VS..
The Peoples Christian Missionar,
Sunday School and the Prosperit,
Sunday School will unite in thei
Easter Program on Sunday, April IL
at 1890 P. NJ, at 1904 Wash. Ave. So
Minneapolis. All are cordially in
vited.
Mrs. G. w. Mitchell, Superintend
ent, will have charge of program as
sisted by Mrs. Hattie Johnson ant
Miss May B. De Leo.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Al matter must rsaeh 10 BY WEI
nesday fer lnsertIon.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Mrs. J. B. Glover, 1909 5th Ave. So.
is i'll at her residence.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

In Facts Of Reconstruction" the
title Of most interesting and valuable
book by Major John r. Lynch, retired
paymaster In the United States army,
the race has work that is free from
sectional animosity and partisan bias.
1t is free from any features which
might be calculated to arouse racial
antagonism.
Beginning with 1866, the year mark
ed by radical differences Of opinion be-
tween the president Of the United
States and congress over the question
Of the reconstruction Of the states but
lately in rebellion against the nation
al government and running rapidly
through the more important steps In
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

Maj. r. r. Jackson will be the
guest of Atty. Morris while attending
the Pythian Reception.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

ssMD voUR SUBSCRIPTION
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

THE SPIRELLA CORSET.
s6s AURORA Av. ST. PAUL. MINN
Phone Dale I34s. &
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

0ETH90OA BAPTIST CHURCH
The public II always welcome to
Bethesda Church.
II A. M. "The Blessedness of the
Forgiven" and Communion" ...
1850. Sunday School.
8P. M. Pardon and Justification"
On April 18th Bethesda Church will
be decorated for the Easter Services.
The pastor will preach the Easter
Sermon in the morning. In the even
ing instead of preaching, the Sunday
School will render a special Easter
Program under the auspices of Miss
Eva Walker. They will also favor the
public with Easter music at the morn
ing servoce. Public invited.
The funeral Of Mrs. LAMA Hardmon
was from Bethesda Baptist Church
Thursday afternoon. Rev. T. J. Car
ter officiated.
Rev. r. J. Carter, Pastor.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

suSscRisE ron THE stan.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03

nGA0 suR ASvERr,sGMEMrs.
The Twin City star., 1914-04-03
new ADDITION TO
RACE LITERATURE
Period Covered by Facts Of
Reconstruction. T"
BOOK VOID OF PREJUDICE.

Former Mississippi Legislator and Re-
tired Army Officer Discusses a Most
DELICATE Subject With Great Earnest.
ness and Fairness-Advocates Full
Civil and Political Rights.