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The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1918-10-18
MT. PLEAsANr NOTES.

The Mothers Council met Wednesday
with Mrs. f. II. Reescor. Miss Munson,
the food demonstrators, met with them
and gave very interesting lecture. The
next meeting will be with Mrs. John
Greenup.
Mrs. Ruth Hedge Matson of Chicago
is visiting relatives and friends.
Mrs. VIM. Burnaugh has returned
from visit in Chicago.
Mrs. Lula Topps of Monroe City, Mo-,
spent few days in our city.
Mrs. B. f. Hubbard was a business
visitor here Monday.
Mrs. l.. R. Slaughter has received
word Of her husband s safe arrival over
seas.
Mrs. Sherman Keith is improving
slowly.
Mrs. L. R. Slaughter spent Sunday in
Galesburg.
Mr.. Bert Gilmore was visitor here
Sunday.
Miss Eta Searcy of Edwardsville, ILL.,,
has returned to Iowa Wesleyan College.
Friends Of Harold Gooch received
word Of his safe arrival overseas.
The Kings Daughters held lunch
con at the home Of Mrs. Clay Reed. A
neAt sum was cleared.
Mrs. Minnie Wallace has returned to
her home in Monmouth after a visit
with her sister, Mrs. 81. Foster.
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EDITORS OBSERVATIONS.
BY John L. THOMPSON

Into Missouri (the Show Me State).
Here lies a great commonwealth with
great undeveloped possibilities, with
many opportunities for Aladden s hand.
Yet IN the language of great stateman,
Here is the state and here lies the op-
portunity waiting for the hand Of
man." What we mean is that the sister
states of Missouri have far ontstripped
Missouri in bringing from her virgin
soil wealth. 1t is also true that Mis-
souri, s soil is richer and better perhaps
than any of her sister states, but proper
capital and labor have not been at work
ir her as in the other states for
various reasons. Missouri could almost
be an empire within herself She has
more diversified industries, cereals, fruit
ard minerals than most any other state.
She can raise corn, wheat, rye, oats, cot
ton, clover, timothy and all kinds of
nuts. She grows apples, peaches, plums,
pears, melons, etc. She mines coal, iron,
lead ana tin. She raises her hogs, cattle,
sheep, turkeys and chickens. In short,
all Of mans wants Of the necessaries of
life can be. supplied, but where she is
behind the neighboring northern states
is the lack Of adequate railroad facilities
or good road beds. The lack Of good
public highways; lack Of interurban or
electric cars. The lack Of good common
and public school facilities for all of her
citizens alike. The erroneous idea Of a
separate school for colored people set
aside, not giving the same equal facilis
ties or equipped schools as the other
children, has along with her other poor
antequated laws made it an undesirable
state for progressive capital to work.
Oh, readers, If I only had the time to
tell you Of my many experiences on 1
slow train through Missouri it might in
some respect remind one OF
Our first stop to observe (for we had
several other stops) was at Chillicothe.
Here live about 1000 colored people.
Many are old settlers and consequently
own their homes. There are two
churches, the "A. NJ. E., pastored by Rev.
Longdon; the Baptist, whose pastor g
name we have forgotten. One beautiful
four room public school with three
teachers. Prof. ". Williams as princi-
pal. He lives in the out edge Of this
town and il q fine young man. Mr.. N.
Brown il his assistant, a splendid type
OF young man, and Miss Ilee Parker as
the other teacher, who takes the place
Of her cousin, Miss Odessie Hilliman,
who has taught ii this school fOr the
past "A years, but who recently mar
ried "a young farmer who lives near
Lincoln, Nebr. Miss Hilliman will be
greatly missed here as she was very ac-
tive in the various ladies societies.
Rev. D. s. Sawyer, one of the pioneer
Baptist preachers, who has lived here
for more than half century, has be-
come demented and is now in the asy-
lum. James s. Banks is still running
his tonsorial barber shop, doing as well
az could be expected. Mr.. VIM. Almett
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dream and she is watching the outcome
OF it. Mrs. Starkey is the wife Of Pri-
yate VIM. Starkey, who is in France.
Kenneth Daugherty (white) returned
home from France on Monday. Mr..
Daugherty is the first wounded soldier
OF Co. d to return home and everybody
was out to see him. He arrived at 10
o clock a. IN. The band and many with
the school children were on parade to
meet him. The high school team greet
ed him with cheers and yells. Every
one was glad to see this returned SOL
died home and his mother and father
are overjoyed to have him home.
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FORT DODGE, IOWA.

The Holy City Pantomime was sue
cess. 1t was given last Wednesday
evening at the Q. F. hall. A large crowd
was out and al who missed it missed q
treat Mr.. j. r. Baker Of Buxton was
here and assisted Mrs. Guy with the
singing. He also sang one of thise
wonderful bass solos and the people Of
Fort Dodge were very proud OF him.
The pantomiIne was given for the Bap-
tist Sunday school, with Mrs. Guy man
ager.
Rev. Jones Of Chicago has been given
charge Of the A. M. E. Mission. He
preached very good sermon on Ssn-
day evening to well filed house. Mr..
Baker Of Buxton gave some very inter
esting remarks of the preaching.
Mrs: Banks Of Muskogee, Oklahoma,
has been visiting her cousin, Mrs. Cora
Watson. Mr.. and Mrs. Banks are in
business in Muskogee in the Jones q
Banks confectionery store. Mrs. Banks
was entertained at reception by Mrs.
Joe Wilson. After three course lunch
con the guests departed declaring Mrs.
Wilson most delightful hostess.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ollie Buckner were the
guests Of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Nealy at
dinner Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. s. Hayes and Mr.. and
Mrs. J. Downing were nutting Sunday.
Mrs. Docia Beverly Of Moberly, NO.,
is going to spend the winter with her
brother, Scott Davis, Of ~. Dodge.
We are glad to know that Mr.. and
Mrs. Arthur Marshall have decided 70
remain In Ft. Dodge. We are always
glad to have good people remain in our.
city. s4 'ss3s.s
The dance at the K. of @. hall Mon
day night VS. well attended md every
one enjoyed fhAra raselveSs M ne M sst.
Wsddine bells ~ aeain lining in t.
Rod 3nrly p.stcr of. ID See.
ond Baptist Church, will be married
Tuesday night, Rev. Biggs officiating.
Miss Eleanor Johnson and Miss Anna
Breckenridge are employed at the
Johnson-Baird Shoe Co.
The Waukonsa Hotel has also en-
ployed >colored maids.
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CENTERvrLLE NEWS.
Last Week.

The Mission Circle met in its regular
business meeting last Tuesday night
and elected officers. There were quite a
number present and had great meet
ing. The officers are Sister Clara Jones,
president; Sister M. Kidding, vice presi-
dent; Sister Edna Hicks-Baker, secre-
tary; Sister Hanah Oliver, treasurer;
Sister A. L. Crittenden, chaplain; Sister
E. Hicks, chairman Of program commit
tee; Sister s. Noah, chairman Of mem
bership committee; Sister L. Price,
chairman Of sick committee; Brother
Noah, deacon Of circle. The officers
were installed by the pastor, Rev. Cor
rington, and are now ready for their
duties. The next meeting will be at
the vice president g house. Sisters
Price, Hobbs and M. Kidding will en-
tertain the circle Tuesday, Oct. Is.
Sunday was q lovely day and all serv-
ices well attended after SO many tax
ing part in the big parade last Sunday
morning over the rumor that Germany
had accepted the peace terms Of the
United States. They started on parade
about a. m. and last about three
hours. Evedybody was out hiking, old
and young, little and big, men and
women, and all day long all nations
were making some kind Of patriotic
demonstrations. The city was overrun
with people from far and near.
The social given by Mr.. J. Hicks and
Mr.. r. Terrell for the Benevolent So
ciety was well attended and all de-
clared Messrs. Hicks and Terrell good
entertainers.
Rev. M. Corrington leaves Friday
night for Marshalltown to assist Rev.
o. B. Smith in meeting. We pray for
their success.
Sister Marie Noah is much improved.
Roy Pullens is some better at this
writing.
Mr.. Robert Mckee, one of our. promi-
nent white citizens, is reported yery i'll
also.
Our county attorney, Mr.. Harry
Greenleaf, is very low.
There will be social given Saturday
evening for the church. Deacon Il. Rid
ding is chairman.
Sister Mildred Mayfeld is on the sick
list at this writing.
We have some sure enough dreamers
Mrs. VIM. Starkey had dream last
Thursday night. She dreamed of a big
! flag, stars and stripes, in the sky. ane
| on each side at the bottom two doves
and they had hold Of two pieces of rib
bon extending from the flag and be
tween this ribbon the word peace wa
written. Much anxiety is felt over thu
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QUE coLoRzD TROOPS.

ka4 t9S at
Had it occurred to you, the universa
,oyalty Of our colored citizensf Have
YOU ever met colored man in this coun
try who was pro-G -GeInaanf Do yor
even know anyone who thinks he has ac
tnally seen onef / have personally
made this inquiry in the South, in New
England, on the Pacific coast, and here
at home in the central West, and have
s arrived at the firm conviction "There
ain 7 no such animal as pro- German
American colored man.
When the big war started and Bern.
stoff let loose his long and carefully pre-
pared plans Of arson, bombs, strikes and
general confusion in this country, one Of
the most dastardly schemes on which
his boss depended, was an uprising Of
the nine million colored people in the
South. The effort was wen organized,
bountifully supplied with money, was
operated with great secrecy, and at first
was carried on outside the larger south
EN- cities. All sorts Of impossible re
wards were promised; the blacks were
tc own and rule the South; every sort
of poison lie was used to tempt the col
ored people into revolt against the
whites. It was expected and hoped this
revolution would keep this country busy
for the duration of the war. OF all this
people in the North heard very little. .
To the everlasting credit Of the col
ored people they refused to be led into
I the trap, and like the proposed revolu-
ton in India and Egypt and some other
countries, the plot miserably failed.
At last we entered the war. What
then Of the colored manf When volun-
tary enlistment was offered, he respond
ed promptly and in large numbers. Dur
ing the Civil War, it was no infrequent
part Of northern general 8 report Of 9
battle that g the colored troops fought
bravely.' The reports which are reach
ing us Of the colored troops in france
include more than fought bfaveIy - -
they fight magnificently.
"A letter from an officer describing
such regiment going tover the top Z
is picture worth painting. Barehead-
cd, shirts unbuttoned or no shirts at all,
with the most unearthly yells, as de
mons let loose, they went at the enemy
like cage Of wild lions released. These
boys from the cotton and cane fields
like best to fight with the bayonet,
which Fritz enjoys least Of all, but il
hand hand combat they fall back on
their trusty razor or knife, in the use Of
which they are more than proficient.
The stanchest Hun is, said to quail and
run before one Of these dusky giants
bent on carving map Of Florida on a
fat German face, or q delta Of the Mis-
sissippi on his throat.
Yes, the colored troops are still
!" fighting bravely.' Popular Ne
chanics. s a.
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KEoKuK,. IOWA.

E F. a..
Mr.. Warren Holmes has left for Oak
dale for his health.
Mrs. M. E. Moore has returned from 9
visit at Huntsville, Mo.
Mrs. Emma Spier is much better al
this writing.
Mrs. Susie Jackson entertained two
classes of the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Sun
day school in honor of the departure OF
Miss Julia Aikers.
Mrs. Matte Williams of Ottumwa
was called to the city owning to the ill
ness Of her mother, Mrs. Spier.
A surprise party was given in honor
Of Mrs. Aikers before her departure fol
Chicago.
The sisters of the Mysterious Ten
gave sunshine party for Mrs. Sarah
South.
Mr.. J. d. Morrow Of Chicago has re-
turned home after a pleasant visit with
his sister, Mrs. VIM. Stork.
Mr.. Geo. w. Smith spent Sunday in
Peoria with his brother, Mr.. A. H
Smith.
The reaper death has again passed by
and claimed Mrs. Addie johnson.
Mrs. Sam Brown has received word
that her son, Geo. Brown, has arrived
safely overseas.
A family reunion was held at the
heme of Rev. and Mrs. VIM. n. Stark,
Oct. 18th. Those present were Mr.. and
Mrs. D. Harris, Mrs. M. Toomes, Mr.
and Mrs. Welden, Mr.. and Mrs. F. D.
Homes. Those from out of town were
Rev. and Mrs. D. w. Brown, pastor from
Oskaloosa, Mr., and Mrs. Clay Reed of
Mt. Pleasant. A four course dinner was
served by Rev. and Mrs. Stark. All had
pleasant time.
Our churches are closed owing to the
epidemic Of the Spanish influenza.
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is working at the same place. One Of
his daughters, Miss Mercedes, has been
appointed the Bystnnder's . agent and
reporter. We will again hear from this
city. Mr.. and Mrs. Monroe still run the
Rev. J. H. Ward, one Of our race men
here, has received a government position
where he will be compelled to move to
Herrin Jet, Ill. His daughter has en-
tered Quindario University this fall
Chillicothe has no colored doctor dem
tist, not even q street car. In fact
have travelled for almost two weeks in
this state and have not seen q single
street car. Mr.. p. Bealer owns some
valuable pieces Of real estate in this
city, also farm. He runs = soft drink
parlor. Mr.. Winfrey, the veteran OK
press man and former mail deliverer
from postoffice to depot, is i'll in health
sud has been several years. His son
drives the express wagon for him. They
also own farm.
/ We next made Brunswick, q little
town Of twelve hundred population, Of
which one-third are colored. They have
. nice brick school building with oul
good friend Of experience, Pref. Bigyby.
as spriacipAl, Ana Mr.. " b. II angdon s.
his assistant. They are doing well. Mr..
Spencer Payne is still running his bar
ber shop and lunch room. Mr.. and Mrs.
NJ. e. Doxey and Mr.. and Mrs. r. M.
Caphart are some of the substantial
good citizens here. They are race men.
b. r. Price is also another one. VIM.
Richardson is succeeding nicely.
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More Than Enough Is Too Much.

To maintain health, mature man or
woman needs just enough food to repair
the waste and supply energy and body
heat. The habitual consumption Of
more food than is necessary for these
purposes is the prime cause Of stomach
troubles, rheumatism and disorders Of
the kidneys II troubled with indig
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tion, revise your diet, let reason and not
appetite control and take few doses of
Chamberlain Tablets and you will
soon be all right again.
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Giving Happiness.
10 give happiness and to do good IL
our only law. our anchor Of salvation.
our beacon light and our reason foe
Frederic Amiel.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
Indiana Women To
 Wear Overalls

Bloomington, Ind, Aug. 3O-Over- alls for women workers have been officially approved by the city council which held a special session to pass upon the propriety of the use of these garments by women.
 This is the home of a large furni- ture factory. When the army call ed many men workers to the colors women took their places. The state factory law prohibits the wearing of loose clothing near machinery, and overalls were adopted by women workers. Their appearance on the street going to and from their work caused a protest to be filed with the city council by the women leaders of a reform organization. The protest was published.
 It was answered by mothers of working girls who held that the ov- erals were more modest than the pre- vailing styles in women's dress to be seen. on the streets of this college town. The male employees of the factory rallied to the cause of the Overall girls and the general su- perintendent issued an open letter ap- proving of overalls for women.
 Finally Mayor Weaver called the special session of the council. It was attended by women workers and society women. After much discus sion the overalls were oficalliy ap. proved.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
ETIQUETTE

When leaving the water after oath ing, long, graceful cape matching the bathing suit always adds to the attractiveness of ones appearance.
 Miss M.-Upon receiving cards an nouncing the birth of child, if one is an intimate friend, it is thoughtful to send a personal note to the child s parents. A gift is not necessary un- less one wishes to send something. Flowers are always welcome and may be sent to the mother with "congratu- lations' written on ones visiting card.
 Miss R. G. - The young mans mother should have extended the in- vitation for a weekend visit, and you should not accept his invitation until 1t has been confirmed by his mother, either in person or by letter.
 No girl who Is a gVAst ever plans her own entertainment, unless she is requested to do so, or is given a choice of amusements. Some girls conduct themselves everywhere as If they were ordained to add a little "pep" to existence. It is a great mis- take to offer any pep" to a hostess unless invited to do so.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
Is He Worth Saving?

tell him married him. if 
   do anything with like  he despses him he knows who real y S a puzzles is why does such like that all?   nobody O will
 
  what he O it. a this  
   mott to any make sn tool D l to see.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
Birthday Bio-Briefs FAMOUS WOMEN. To Parents and Teachers-Get
 Your Children to Read This
 Instructive Daily. Feature.
ANGELBERGA-

Angelberga,' Empress of the West was the wife of Louis IT., Emperor and King of Italy. She was a woman of courage and ability, but proud, un- feeling and venal. The war in which her husband was involved with Ger many was rendered unfortunate by her rapacity. In STA Angelberga built, at Plaisance, a monastery which after ward became one of the most famous in Italy. Louis II. died at Brescia in 875. After his death Angelberga re- mained at the convent of St. Julia in Brescia, where her treasures were de- posted. In SS1 Charles the Fat, of France, caused Angelberga to be taken prisoner into Germany, but the Pope obtained her relase. It is not known when or where she died.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30

to be appreciated. It looks we'll on any figure except the abnormally stout. For it has its own graceful lines, which 1t imparts to the wearer even If nature hasn't been kind in en- dowing her with lines of beauty.
 The Russian blouse has unusually fabric used for it's character whether it Is house frock, sports or afternoon costume. Made in the light cotton fabrics 1t is good looking and comfortable for wear while at work. In cloth of novelty materials it be- comes an attractive walking costume for early fall, while in the richer fab rics of silk and trimming it can be transformed into an elaborate after noon frock.
 There is something very girlish about the Russian blouse or tunic, and its simplicity makes it entirely appropriate for almost any age, al- though it tends to give youthful sil- houette to the figure The standard model for the Russian tunic or bloUre suit calls for a plain skirt, a very slight drape or narrow pleats, so that it forms a quiet background for
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30

whatever decorative effect is desired for the blouse. The blouse itself, even if minus trimming, is always full, and, therefore, demands a plain skirt.
 The model here illustrated Is one of exceptional beauty, made up in the brown tones. It is a street suit of light brown satin, and the skirt is plain save for very light drape at the left side.
 The blouse or tunic Is long, reach ing almost to the knees. It hangs loosely from shoulder to waistline, and a few inches above the belt Is embroidered in dull gold. The belt and buckle are of antique satin matching the dull gold embroidery of the waist.
 The collar, cuffs and pocket are of mink. A finishing touch is given the collar by the use of a cord of dull gold, fastening in the front with 8 dull gold tassel.
 This particular color scheme is dis tinctively Russian, and makes almost a character costume out of the sim pie lines of the stuff. It must be worn with a close-f1tting hat or turban of the same color combinations, and brown pumps to duplicate one of the browns in the costume. Although simple in line, the introduction of the unusual colorings in belt and buckle, and the tassel in front of the collar give this costume a picturesque note that makes it appropriate for any oc- casion where ornate afternoon dress is good taste.
 The touch of fur on sleeves, collar and pocket of the tunic adds & soft ness and richness to the suit that would otherwise seem informally light. This high collar is becoming to the slender woman who needs to soften her necklines.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
GARDEN PESTS.

Here is an almost infallible way to "out-Hun" the war garden pests, es- pecially the cabbage worm and small caterpillar. Tie up some flowers of sulphur in a piece of muslin or fine linen and with this dust the foliage of the plants, or it may be thrown on them by means of a common swans down puff. Sulphur has a powerful influence against the whole tribe. of insects and worms which prey upon and affect garden stuff. Peach trees in particular are remarkably tmprov- ed by 1t and it also greatly promotes
 the health of plants upon which it is sprinkled.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
MORE SOAP.

Save all grease that is not suitable for cooking purposes Strain and when you have pounds you can make about 20 bars of fine soap to use in the kitchen, Take 1 can of potash and tablespoons borax. Dissolve them in 1 quart of water, warm water preferred. Be careful not to get any of the potash on your hands or cloth ing. Warm the grease, and the pot ash is cold and the grease luke warm. Pour potash in small stream into grease and stir until thick. Pour into pans lined with paper and cut into bars before 1t hardens-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
His Measure Is Plain

do flirting with  nd O what  emptyheaded like that and m m home as $ as he m the
  the table with in public  believe thing like that has anything him that is worth If he his wife, he nothing for her feelings 
  does her. nobody will him her either What world like that, anyway? What
  him right where belongs-in of the
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-08-30
FASHION HINTS.

The hems of some frocks turn up far enough even to serve as large, ac- commodations pockets.
 A white organdie hat, generously embroidered in many colors has an edging of soft white fur.
 If one is tired of lace on dainty camisoles, pin tucks and hemstitch- ing may serve as decorative.
 A bag of faille, braid trimmed and satin lined is an important essential to thes ummer frock.
 The newest nightgowns have deep side slashes much like a nightshirt outlined with dainty lace.
 Pink faille trimmed with wide bands of yellow lace makes a simple and charming dinner gown.
 A few very short frocks have quite long trains, swinging free from the waist.
 Separate apron tunics may be worn with many different dresses.