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The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

On Tuesday evening one of the
greatest socials ever held in the city
was conducted by the Heralds for the
new members. All the clubs were rep
resented. The principal address was
delivered by Prof. E. G. Robinson. It
marked the first anniversary of the
church paper. AL Of the new members
were assigned to the various clubs.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Do you have periodic attacks Of head
ache accompanied by sickness Of the
stomach or vomiting, a sallow skin and
dull eyesf If so, you can get quick
relief by taking Chamberlain 3 Tablets
as directed for biliousness, and you may
be able to avoid these attacks if you
observe the directions with each pack
age.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
RECITAL POSTPONED.

On account of the serious illness OF
her father, Mr.. G. G. Brooks, MISS
Aurora Brooks had to postpone her song
recital at st. Paul's A. M. E. church
Friday evening, Feb. %. Those having
tickets are asked to hold them.
Mr.. Brooks, who has been sick at ms
home for several weeks, is confined to
his bed and relatives and friends are
VOW much concerned over his condition.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
A GREAT BAPTIZING.

The revival meeting at Corlntnlan
Baptist church came to successful con
clnsion on Sunday evening, Feb. ., by
the baptizing of 81 new converts ana
taking in several more new members e !,
The church was crowded to its full ca
nacity and many turned away at the
baptizing. Rev. Robinson did the pap
tizino himself and is to be congratu-
1o+ad an such a successful revival.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
1xoNRY INvBsroRs wAasrnp.

TEN colored persons to put In TIVE
hundred dollars (&200.O0) and two hun.
dred dollars ($2o0.00) more per ysar for
two years, or six hundred dollars
($600.00) in all, to purchase forty.fonr
feet "a ft.) Of land on Center street
between Tenth and Eleventh street.
Contract and information At MODEL
DRUG STORE, cor. 18th and Center
SITS. George Fl. Woodson, Promoter.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
DIR. poBsoN LECTURES.

In compliance with the suggestion OF
Capt. Arthur Springarn Of the War De
partment, the ladies of the Mary q.
Talbert Club held a special meeting at
the residence of Atty. and Mrs. $. Joe
Brown last Tuesday evening for the
purpose of hearing an address on so
cial Diseases by DR.. R. A. Dobson:
Dr. j. A. Jefferson and a number OF
other invited guests were also present.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
M. G. r. CLUB.

The Mary Church Terrell Club met
Monday evening at the Tea Room with
Mrs. jennie Shaw as hostess. The main
feature of the evening was the address
by DR.. Jefferson on "Soclal Diseases,
which was indeed very interesting and
instructive. After refreshments, CLUB
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Lula NC
Cree Monday evening, March 4.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Mr.. z. F. Samuels, formerly our un-
dertaker of this city, but now a citizen
OF Chicago, ILL.,, made a business trip to
our city last week. He likes the big
Windy City on the lakes very much. He
says that the Des Moines boys are doing
well. Jesse Graves, formerly of this
city, who has been working for the gov
eminent, has new job.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

The members Of 8. L. Brit Club gave
one act drama at Bethel A. M. E..
Tuesday night entitled Sewing for the
|Heathern. - Those ladies are to be COM
|nended and are expected back with an
|other treat real soon.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Ar. and Mrs. G. s. Stewart received a
aegram from their son, G. S. Jr., that
h had arrived safely in New York
tuesday at midnight. Young Stewart
has an instructor in the auto division
h the ordnance department.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Two large congregations worshipped
at Corinthian Baptist church last Sun
day. Rev. Mohammed, native Afri-
can, preached at the morning hour. The
pastor, Rev. G. w. Robinson, preached
at the evening hour. Two also put on
Christ by baptism. Collection for the
day was $107.55.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Sunday was a glorious day in Bethel
A. M. E., being quarterly meeting day.
Rev. Woodford $ sermon on "Jesus the
Bread of Life was powerful and the
spirit of God descended like the rushing @
OF mighty wind. The members of
many churches of the city were present
and the spirit of union prevailed.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Miss Bruce of Leavenworth, Kansas,
WAS an over Sunday visitor of Lieut..
oliver, who is stationed at Camp Dodge.
While here she stopped at the home Of
Mrs. J. II. Perkins.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

The Philio Art Club met with Mrs.
TX. Bell, 1889 Stewart st. Adjourned
TO meet with Mrs. Lillian Burrell, 1920
Fourth St. Place, Wednesday, March S.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
FORMER IOWA MAN MAKING
GOOD.

Mr.. S. C. Thompson, formerly living
in our city and was at one time one Of
our park guards, but who a few years
ago moved on farm in North Da-
kota, was appointed by the newly
elected governor as messenger, the high
est honor ever given a colored man in
that new state.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Mr.. Burrell, son of W. III. Burrell of
Carney, was painfully wounded Sunday
|t the mines, having large piece Of
|late fall on him while at work. He has
ken removed to Mercy hospital, where
D is suffering from a broken leg.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

The Jolly Workers of St. Paul's A..
M. E. church have found it necessary to
postpone their meeting scheduled for
the 9th, but they hope to give the la
dies something worth while in the near
future
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Mrs. H. E. Fowler of the city re-
|urned Wednesday night from Nashville,
Tenn, where she had spent two weeks
visiting her relatives and friends.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Wednesday evening, March 5, DR.. J.
IA Jeffere"'~-,, - address the young men
Of Tue Syndicate Club on "Social Dis
eases" in their room at the Army Club.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Mrs. Jake Smith Of 946 W. End St.
seted as hostess to Mesdames Maude
Taylor, Jennie Scott and De Van at a
-four course luncheon at $3.50 p. m.
[ThursdaY. -
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

The Glee Art Club entertained their
husbands at the Mrs. Gene Thompson
home, 1923 De Wolf St., Saturday even
ing, Feb. 90. Twenty-one were present.
Various games we're played. First prize
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Red Cross, also connected with the
Board of the Charity League. She is
always ready to assist those who need
1t in any way.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

nrs Fannie Holt of East 18th St.
has taken a backset. We pray for her
speedy recovery.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

All soldiers and their company who
visit the Army Club Sunday afternoons
ore served to dinner free Of charge.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Bethel A. M. E. church gave a con-
.ert last Saturday night The whole
mogram was inspiring.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Madison and
baby of Ames, Iowa, were over Sunday
visitors of Mr.. and Mrs. Archie Alex
ander s..s.r.. ....
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

The Callahan Industrial Club met
Wednesday afternoon at the home Of
Mrs. Henry West, 1912 Center St.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Mrs, L. H. Smith of 979 Gath St., pre-
.epted her husband an 8 pound boy Feb.
o6th at Methodist hospital.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
CITY LOCALS

porber Wanted--APply to Mr.. w. M.
1ohnson, as Public Square, Galesburg,
III.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

For That Terrible Itching.
Eczema, letter and salt rheum keep
:.sseir victims in perpetual torment. The
duplication Of Chamberlain 8 Salve will
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

THE Mite Missionary Society enter
tanned.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

Mrs Matte Branch is very sick at
5, home on Mckinley st.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28

was awarded to Mr.. Yates, second prize
/ to Mr.. lie Roy Roberts. Mrs. Pearl
/ Watson president.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-02-28
For SALE

FOR SALE
Sacrificing a $I75. 90 genuine
leopard Throw and Muff $40 cash
Phone Drake 1906 j
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08
CIRCUIT COURT
AND ITS DOINGS

The summer term of the circuit
court which convened in Grenada
July 27, adjourned on Wednesday af-
ternoon of this week. The grand jury
returned in all 6 true bills. That body
concluded its 1abors last week.
Two cases involving capital charges
consumed the greater part of the time
of the court, One was the case of A.
]. Little brought here from Tallahat-
chic County on change of venue.
Little was charged with having killed
his nephew, Perry Burkhalter in June
1916. at Enid. The trouble had been
brewing for several years and is said
to have dated from the time that Lit
tie bought the old Burkhalter home
stead fifteen years ago, The morning
of the tragedy, the two men had met
at a dipping vat and sharp words had
ensued at which time Burkhalter is
alleged to have called Little name
that no Southern man will willingly
wear, thing that is thought to have
precipitated the killing.
The verdict of the jury WIS guilty,
which was quite a surprise to most of
the onlookers in the court room.
Few, if any, had looked for convic-
ton. The general impression was that
a hung jury was the best the State
could hope for. Little was ably de-
Tended and ably prosecuted. The jury
evidently acted upon the idea that
Little armed himself and went in
search of the dead man. A motion for
a new trial will be argued today (F'ri-
day. by the defense. It is claimed that
several of the jurors stated after the
verdict had been handed in that had
they known that life sentence would
put him in the pen, they would not
have followed instead of few years
agreed to the verdict. Little made
bond at once.
Immediately after the conclusion
of the Little trial last Friday, the case
of sthe State against Ira Thomas,
charged with being one of the three
brothers who killed S. A. Dubois last
December was taken up and this case
the time of the court until
Wednesday when a verdict of not
guilty was rendered.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08
IN MEMORIAM

On Sunday last at three o'clock in
the afternoon at the Baptist Hospital
In Memphis, Capt. j. T. Rucks breath
ed his last. He had been a great suf-
ferer for some weeks before the end
came. Capt. Rucks was no ordinary
man. be was one of the biggest
hearted, most sympathetic and always
thoughtful men l have ever known.
There was nothing to good for his
friends and the greatest pleasure he
got out of life was in giving pleasure
to others. Perhaps there was not a
better known, better liked hotel man
in the State. ] have heard travelling
men say that as long as Capt. Rucks
ran hotel, even though they would
have to sleep on the floor and eat
corn bread they would stop with him.
This man will be greatly missed.
Peace to his ashes. N. ]. c.
8-8-19-1t
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he is all right?

Some problems look uHsolvable, but
their unsoivable appearance hasn't
got any business daunting the nervy.
into an hundred that he knows is
wrong, when there is only one against
knows that he is right. While this
them, and that's him, and he only
knotty problem of honesty and faith
fulness in keeping the promises we
have uade to the public continues to
resolve itself into different shapes.
you readers of The Sentinel, if you
care to do so, will have the opportun-
ity Of getting at least one angle of it,
if not more, by reading these articles
pear in your County paper.
on conservative radicalism as they ap-
Undoubtedly there are difficulties
looming up frowningly before US:
There is the ast-time-automobil
flying-machine man, who in the abb
sence of flying facilities, has to con-
tent himself with stirring up a new
road-fiend spirit in all accessible. This
same man seems to have forgotten
that all these roads have to be paid
IOT, anu IIlc ldCU tUS1C dlC lOiO IOstuo
to keep up seems to have entirely
slipped his mind-if it was ever in
it. On the other hand there is the
the Grandpa man. He looks at what
they did in and before the Civil War
days. Two yoke of oxen to the bale
of cotton, and a fine trip to Green
wood o rMemphis. ''And they did bet
ter then than we are doing now," he
says. This man would not take advan-
tage of really good opportunity, be-
cause, looking backward at Grandpa
as he does, the way to take advantage
of present day opportunities does not.
indeed can not, occur to him. He looks
away from them. The solution lies be-
tween these two extremes; and when
it is found, it's dollars to doughnuts
there'll be a lot of good common
horse sense in it as the main ingredi-
ent.
/ am yours sincerely in earnest for
good. MEADf ID. CLARK.
In the Name of the Taxpayers.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08
A CARD FROM JOHN PITTMAN
STONE

TO the Voters of the 2Sth Senatorial
District, Counties of Yalobusha
and Grenada:
desire to thank the voters for the
splendid vote given me in the First
Primary, the vote showing that came
within a few votes of the nomination
as your State Senator.
| regret very much that my fur
Tough will expire in few days, so it
will be impossible for me to make a
further canvass of the District, as l
have to return to the Army to get my
discharge. l will be discharged from
the Army in September, but as that is
after the Second Primary, will be
forced to ask my friends to repeat the
good work done this week, and give
me majority on the 26th of August.
RESPECTFULLY solicit the votes of
every voter, and repeat my promises
to give you faithful service.
Assuring you that / would be glad
to see you in person, and further pre-
sent my claims.
! beg to remain,
JOHN PITTMAN STONE.
Coffeeville. August Z, 1919. 1t
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08
GOES OHIS FINAL REWARD
J. T. Rucks Died Last Sunday In
Memphis

There was little surprise last Sum-
day afternoon in Grenada when 1T
was announced that Mr.. J. L. Rucks
had died that afternoon at the Baptist
Memorial Hospital in Memphis where
he had been for several weeks under
treatment. 1t was known when Mr..
Rucks went away that his condition
was precarious and serious doubt was
expressed that he would return.
Mr.. Rucks will be missed in Grena-
da and especially around the Grenada
Hotel were he had so long made head
quarters of which he had been the
popular manager and one of the pro-
prietors for about dozen years.
He was genial, clever and obiiglng
character. He was man of noble en-
deavor, with high sense OF honor
and right and in many respects
Prince. He loved his friends and there
was nothing he had that was too good
for them, or nothing he could do that
he would not gladly and graciously
undertake. He could be relied on 10
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08


in Beats
Minga will be Constable
other State and District offices.
canvass
J. A. BLOUNT Secretary.
in
his
Representative.
Unofficial place Allen Cwiey the
ri Attorney.
At this Russell and Johnston the
Second Primary the Governorshp Ferson C for Lieutenant
conflicting of the candidates
tbuon
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08
CANDIDATE FOR TAX ASSESSOR
HAS .A<CARD

To the Voters of Grenada County:
In view of the fact that | came
SO nearly getting more votes in the
first primary than my three worthy
competitors together, feel that |
would be wanting in appreciation did
l not give public expression to this
manifesto ton of confidence you have
shown in me. | am more than thank
ful to each and all who voted for me
and please allow me to beg another
favor and that is that you support me
in the second primary, August 26th,
ard do your best to get others to sup
port me. If elected, promise honest
and faithful service. Yours truly,
Holcomb, Miss, Groce Carver.
Aug. 7. 1919. It
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08

sacredly perform any obligation he
undertook and to be true in all the
relations with his friends. There was
. luxury of generosity in his soul
and lrofusion of those splendid
traits of character that drew mer to
him and that bound them with hooks
of steel.
Mr.. Rucks was born in middle Ten
nessee and was about IS years of age
when he died. When he first became
known to this territory, he was trav-
cling salesman for the Goodbar Shoe
Co.. of Memphis, and there was not a
more popular salesman on the road.
An afflicted limb, from which he ne
yer recovered and which perhaps hast
ensd his death, compelled him to give
up his position on the road. His con-
nection with the Grenada Hotel gave
him wide acquaintance and friends
all over Mississippi who were delight
ed to call him their friend and to
speak words of kindness of him.
He had one brother living in Ten
nessee, sister and several nephews
one of which was in Oklahoma City.
His remains were carried to Lebanon,
Tenn, where they were laid to rest
with appropriate funeral services i'm
the family lot in the cemetery of that
city.
The writer was glad to number Mr..
Rucks as one Of his good friends and
was the reciuient of many kindnesses
and courtesies at his hands.
The Sentinel tenders condolences
to those who mourn.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08
THE FIRST PRIMARY
AND ITS RESULTS
Russell and johnson in Second Primary for
Governor r---Executive Committee Meets and
Canvasses County Returns-- Those Nomi-
mated and in the Run-Oh.

The Democratic of County
for the receiving the
election held August The five districts of the County
either person y the member for that district The table
which below
that the following Offices
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08

The Officers nominated
w. A. j. Long for Treasurer
Yearger Supervisor H. Williams for Constable Beat
Supervisor A. NJ Howell for Beat
W. t. Turner
Magistrate, being candidates for reelection,
In the for August &C. will be
and Carver lrby for Tax AS
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1919-08-08
A SPLENDID In
SIGHT INTO
STATES NEEDS

Ex-Cov. Noel Publishes a Letter Re-
garding State Issues in Which He
Says Tax Commission Without
Power to Enforce Its OrdeSs. Dis
cusses the Abolishment of Certain
Offices.
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1919-04-17
BILL
ON THIRD READING
IN STATE SENATE

Springfield, April 17.-An effort to
sidetrack and kill the state constabu-
larry bill failed in the senate of the
general assembly today It came
when Senator Kessinger Of Aurora
moved to take the measure from third
reading and refer it to the revenue
committee. A roll call was taken
and the motion lost 26 to IA.
The action today forecasts the de-
feat of the bill when it is claled for
final disposition, senator's declare.
After tackmg amendments to Rep.
Bars waterway bill the measure was
placed on third reading in the sen
ate These amendments provide state
thirty-years power rights
The senate passed Sen. CIihe's bill
appropriating $25,o0 for the recep-
tion of the 33d division and the I4gth
Field Artillery on their return from
France
Sen. Butts bill providing for the
nomination of superior and circuit
court judges by political parties was
also passed by The senate as was
Sen. Kessingers measure ta estab,
iish a state suuitu1lm Tor women.
Both houses adjourned mul 90 III.
next Tuesday
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1919-04-17
SAL VAT|0N ARMY
OPENS REST ROOM
SALVATION
ENVOY HENDERSON MOVES HIS
HEADQUARTER TO NEW MAIN
STREET LOCATION-WiLL CON.
DUCT RELIEF WORK FROM
THERE.

Envoy Henderson Of he local Sal
vatlon Army is planning some exten.
sions of his work and is moving his
headquarters from 81 La Sale street
TO Main street above the Moody
market, where meetings Will be con.
Quoted, with a relief office and rest
room, where the daily papers and
magazines can be enjOyed and some
games INDUCED in.
This is only one side Of the work.
as Envoy Henderson is also planning
an industrial branch which will give
a man temporary work, and also give
the transient chance to work out
his own salvation instead of begging
from door to door, intmidating the
ladies at their homes
The people will be asked to support
the industrial branch by giving their
old newspapers and magazines, also
old clothes, furniture, shoes and rub
bers.
This will at least prevent anyone
from not having temporary employ.
ment, and married men can be paid
by grocery order, so their families will
be sure to have something to eat.
Single men who work can get Il
place to stay, and also be furnished
with meal tickets according to work
done, and also a little change for a
shave or smoke if they so desire.
Envoy Henderson in telling of his
plans says
Our industrial homes all over the
country are doing this kind of work
on a large scale and took care OF
l5,37S men last year, supplying them
with 2,34G,197 meals and 7SS,9 ,995 beds
These men sorted paper or fixed
old furniture for meals, beds and
some cash till they were able and
well enough to take up their old work
Your support in this work will be
appreciated and will give many
chance to help themselves"
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1919-04-17
MAKE PRELIMINARY
ARRANGEMENTS FOR
CITY HEALTH WEEK
MEETING LAST NIGHT, HELD IN
COUNCIL CHAMBER, RESULTS
IN OTTAWA DECIDING TO TAKE
PART m STATEWIDE CAM.
PAIGN.

Preliminary plans for the obsery.
ance Of health promotion week, from
May u to II, were made last evening
at meeting held in the city Offices.
Abou. fifteen persons, representatives
Of various Ottawa organizations inter.
ested in public health, and the mem
bers of the city council were pres
ent DR. IS. S. Winner a member Of
the state board of health attended
the meeting to outline the plans rec.
ommended by he state health deDar,-
ment for the observance of health
week
DR. W. A. Pike, city health officer,
was elected chairman, to serve at the
head of the organization promoting
health week, and John O'Kane, secre.
Association, was elected secretary.
An executive cOmmi-tce composed Of
MayOr-eleCt George v h. Weeks Mrs
James =. Catlin, Mrs. n A. Guthrie,
Mrs. w. f. Carr and Miss Margaret
Ruba was appointed to take char@e
of the arrangements for the week
This committee and the officers of
the organization will meet Saturday
afternoon at 33O o'clock in the Of
flee of Dr. Pike to make the local
plans.
Preceding the business session Dr.
Winner gave an interesting talk, eX.
planning how the heath week hal
been set aside throughout the state at
the instigation of the state board OF
health He explained the situation
which called for the betterment Of
the state and of the good hoped to be
derived from the week
He suggested program beginning
with Sunday, when all the churches
in the city will he asked to hold spe
cial public health services. On Mon
day community cleanup day will be
observed, when the city is to be ch0r
oughly cleaned Tuesday will be set
aside from swatting all flies; Wednes
day will be better babies day; Thurs
day will be medical examination day;
Friday will be given over to the work
among children; and Saturday will Be
day, when ii is hoped thai
some local pageant will be given.