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Mrs. M. F. Singleton leaves today
for Chicago, where she will visit her
daughter, Mrs. J. W. Madden.
The Douglas Republican league held
a successful meeting Tuesday night at
the office of Dr. J. H. Hutton and de
cided to enter vigorously into the
spring campaign. M. F. Singleton pre
sided.
To reach our rapidly growing out
side circulation it is necessary to go
to press Thursday, instead of Friday
To insure insertion in current week’s
issue items must be in our office by
Wednesday afternoon.
The members of Ivy Leaf Court No.
438 presented their W. C., Mrs. J.
Frank Ferry, with a beautiful set of
engraved salad forks at their installa
tion last Thursday, after which -Mrs.
Perry served a three-course luncheon
complimentary to the members.
Attend the Shriners’ Sixth Annual
Ball at the Mecca, February 22.—Adv.
Mrs. Charles Garrett returned Sun
day from several weeks’ visit in Kan
sas City and St. Louis. She reports a
pleasant trip.
$50.00 cash and $18.00 monthly buys
a five-room cottage. Tel. Webster
5519 or Douglas 2842.
The Bethel Baptist church, South
Side, the Rev. T. A. Taggart pastor,
closed a successful revival Sunday,
night with thirty-eight additions.
Weather permitting there will be bap
tizing Sunday afternoon at 2:30, other
wise it will be deferred until following
Sunday. The Mission Circle met Thurs
day afternoon with Mrs. John Webb,
2926 V street.
Smoke John Ruskin 6c Cigar. Big
gest and Best.—Adv.
Miss Mildred Clark has returned
from a delightful visit to Beinna, Se
dalia and Kansas City, Mo. While in
Beinna she was the guest of her aunt,
Mrs. G. L. Martin.
Be sure to patronize Monitor ad
vertisers and tell them why.—Mention
the Monitor.
Fred Hall, who was killed at 1310
Howard street, January 22, was buried
Saturday, January 26, from Banks^ &
Wilks undertaking rooms. Interment
was at Mount Hope.
Ladies tailoring and dressmaking.
Mrs. 10. M. January, 2310 N. 26th St.
Webster 1483.—Adv.
The Silver Leaf Club of Mount
Moriah Baptist Church, of which Mrs.
Ella Smith is president, has closed a
successful year, the receipts being
$88.99. The club met Tuesday night
at the residence of Mrs. E. Jones, 2519
Parker street. Aftei a business ses
sion a luncheon was served, covers be
ing laid for fourteen. The next meet
ing will be with Mrs. J. L. Betts, 2526
Lake street.
For dressmaking, call Miss Alexan
der. 241$ N. 29th st. Web. 3927.
Leonard, the little son of Dr. and
Mrs. L. E. Britt, has been ill with
measles.
Smoke Jvhn Ruskin 5c Cigar. Big
gest and Best.—Adv.
The Obee-Hunter-Wakefield Under
taking company has moved to Twenty
first and Cuming streets.
$50.00 cash -,d $18.00 monthly buys
a five-rooir cottage. Tel. Webster
6619 or Douglas 2842.
"Are you going to the Shriners’
Ball ?” What a foolish question. 01
course I am! It’s at the Mecca. I have
reserved the date. February 22.—Adv.
Members of Peaceful Temple No.
358 and friends gave a surprise shower
on Mrs. H. Bidicks Wednesday even
ing, January 23. A delightful even
ing was spent in sewing and writing
contests. The prize winners were Mrs.
J. A. Griffin and Miss Hattie Gibson.
A two-course luncheon was served.
There will be a hot time in the old
town the night of the Camouflage
Ball given by the O. N. E. Club boys
at Peterson Hqll, February 22. Some
thing new and novel. Be there!—Adv.
Mrs. Walter Craig, 2320 North
Twenty-seventh street, was called to
Kansas City, Kan., last week by the
serious illness of her sister, Mrs. Birdie
Tellus.
Mr. A. J. Davis, 2612 Corby, is ill
with pneumonia.
Don’t forget the “Lit” reception and
dance at Walk’s hall next Tuesday
night, February 5.—Adv.
The body of Mrs. Mary Jones of
# 2102 Seward street, who died January
22 as the result of being burned, was
shipped to Paris, Tex., January 24 by
Banks & Wilks.
She Shriners expect you. When?
February 22. Where? At the Mecca.
Why ? Because you enjoy dancing and
the Shriners’ Ball is THE Ball of the
season.—Adv.
SPECIAL HOME
OWNERS’ EDITION
The Monitor of March 2 is to be a
special illustrated Home Owners’ Edi
tion, showing some of the many beau
tiful homes owned and occupied by
our people in this city. Home owners
who are willing to pay for half-tone
cuts of their homes for this special edi
tion are requested to send us photo
graphs of their homes not later than
February 15.
BRANDEIS STORES EMPLOY
ELEVATOR CONDUCTORS
The Brandeis Stores have followed
the example of the Burgess-Nash com
pany in the employment of Colored
men as elevator conductors. Mondaj
Jesse E. Glover, Jesse Bass, Emery
Hickman and Richard Ward were put
to work in this capacity by this enter
prising and progressive firm. Next
week others are to be put on the eleva
tors in other parts of the store. More
over it is the intention of the manage
ment, as soon as it is practicable to do
so, to give reliable and dependable
Colored employes an opportunity to
show their ability to make good in
other departments of this great estab
lishment hitherto closed to them. Mr.
George L. Brandeis, head of the firm,
and Mr. Thomas believe that such en
larged opportunities of employment
will be appreciated by our people and
prove an incentive to them to qualify
themselves for and to reiser efficient
service.
The Brandeis interests have been a
tremendous factor in the commercial
development of Omaha. They have
virtually reconstructed this rapidly de
veloping city. When powerful inter
ests of this character express a desire
and willingness to give enlarged indus
trial opportunities to our people it is a
fact of tremendous significance and
means a reconstruction and develop
ment of economic privileges for our
worthy and enterprising young people
as wonderful and marvelous as the
transformation of our city wrought by
the same interests.
From elevator conductors to man
agers of departments may seem a far
cry. And yet given the opportunity of
the one, there is the possibility of the
other, where the policy of an employe)
is to promote according to proven
ability and merit. The holder of the
job, whatever it may be, must prove
himself worthy of promotion.
M EC HA NICAL til Al FFE l R
AT CAMP FUNSTON
Robert N. Perry, son of Mrs. Robi
nette, enlisted January 22 and was
sent to Camp Funston, where he
passed a good examination. He has
been assigned as mechanical chauffeur
and plays first cornet in the band. He
is attached to Field Hospital Corps
No. 357, Ninety-second Division, and
is well pleased with army life.
N. W. C. A. NEWS
The N. W. C. A. will hold its annual
election ol officers next Wednesday,
February 6. All members are request
ed to be present.
The association has had a most suc
cessful year, both spiritually and fi
nancially, and desires to express its
appreciation to the public for generous
support.
The advisory and directory boards
held a joint meeting Monday night at
the home of Mrs. H. R. Roberts and
mapped out plans for the coining year.
Mrs. Florence Johnson is chairman
of a committee of women who are go
ing to give a George Washington
luncheon at 35 cents per plate Wednes
day afternoon, February 20, at the
Old Folks’ Home to raise funds to pur
chase linens for the home. Call Colfax
1270 and make your reservations.
APPOINTED ON MORALS SQI AI)
Harry Buford, who has been police
chauffeur for several years, has been
appointed as a plain clothes man on
the morals squad. Harry has made a
fine record on the police force and is
popular with his superiors and fellow
officers. His promotion carries with it
an increase of salary.
SURPRISES FRIENDS
The genial W. H. (Bob) Robinson
surprised his many friends by marry
ing January 16 a charming little lady
from Kansas City, Kan., by the name
of Mrs. Eddie L. Washington. Their
friends wish them a long, happy anil
prosperous life, in which wish The
Monitor sincerely joins.
GIVEN AN OVATION
Mrs. J. Alice Stewart returned Sat
urday from Lincoln, where she went to
attend the Robert Burns anniversary
celebration and to render by special in
vitation her transcription of “Annie
Laurie.” She reports a delightful time.
She received an ovation and was, com
pelled to respond to three encores to
“Annie Laurie.” She gave as a cornet
solo, “Aulil Lang Syne," and by special
request “Old Black Joe.” The associa
tion adopted her transcription and re
quested that it be published in sheet
form. She gave a five-minute talk on
“Robert Burns.” Mrs. Stewart was the
only member of her race present in the
large audience participating in the
celebration.
ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
Regardless of the weather, there
were those who felt the need of spirit
ual advice last Sunday, and those who
came were benefited by the messages
given by Rev. W. F. Botts both morn
i
ing and evening. The subject Sunday
night, “Watch Your Habits,” was an
especial warning to the young, but ere
he was through he had reached every
one present.
The Mission Circle held no meeting
this week, but attended the meeting of
the South Side Mission Circle, which
was entertained by Mrs. Webb, 2926 B
street. The following is a correction
of the list of officers of the Mission
Circle sent in last week: Mrs. Mar
garet Moore, assistant secretary; Mrs.
R. L. Turner, treasurer; Mrs. Flani
gan, chairman of the sick committee,
and Mrs. Martha Turner, chaplain.
The Progressive Club met this week
with Mrs. Brushwood, 2710 Erskine
street.
The Lord’s Supper will be adminis
tered Sunday afternoon from 3 to 4.
Good services every Sunday morning
and night. Visitors are invited to wor
ship with us.
Plain sewing done. Children’s
clothes a specialty. Mrs. L. Johnson,
Webster 1621.—Adv.
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NEWS OF MOUNT
MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH
A young people’s society, the Busy
Bee, has been organized, comprising
members not over 30 years old. Mrs.
N. Anderson, president; Mrs. G.
W'atts, vice president; Miss V. Hibbler,
secretary; Miss N. Wright, assistant
secretary, and Mrs. C. Betts, treasurer.
It meets every Friday evening. Busi
ness, literary, social and amusements
form the main features.
Many members have been added to
the church, while one was dismissed by
letter. Money taken in for the month,
$105.15.
Sunday morning will be covenant.
Sunday school at 1 o’clock. Sunshine
Mission Circle, 6:30; Mrs. L. Lewis,
president; Mrs. M. H. Wilkinson, sec
retary. Sermon at 8, fellowship and
communion.
The public is invited to worship
with us. Twenty-sixth and Seward
streets.
ST. JOHN’S A. M. E. CHURCH
Although the weather was bad Sun
day all services were well attended.
The pastor delivered two instinctive
sermons. The morning subject was “If
Any Man Sin, He Has an Advocate
With the Father”; in the evening, "The
Ten Virgins.” There was one addition
to the church.
Mother Ewing is still on the sick
list, but improving.
The Ladies’ Aid again wishes to
thank those who so nobly donated
their services for their New Year’s en
tertainment and announce their report
of $60.50 cleared.
A large and appreciative audience
was in attendance Mondaj evening to
arrange for the great railroad rally
and listen to the splendid literary and
musical program given by the Usher
Board. The solos by the Misses Ray
Johnson and Thomas and Mrs. Turner
were sweetly sung and each received
rounds of applause. The piano solo by
Miss Minnie Welsh was a real treat
and very much enjoyed. The recita
tions by Mesdames Banks, Gaines and
Miss Hills were exceptionally good and
demanded encores. The club realized
the neat sum of $10.25, and wish to \
thank those who took part in the pro- j
gram and helped to make the enter
tainment a success.
The Bible class met this week with
Mrs. Houston, Twenty-eighth and Ohio
streets.
Remember the date—Monday, Feb
ruary 18. Popular contest and infant
exhibition. Enter your baby now. Don’t
wait. First prize, $5 in gold; second
prize, gold baby ring; third prize, gold
baby breastpin. For further informa
tion call Webster .‘1626.—Adv.
For all helpful knowledge along
Biblical lines attend our Epworth
League, Sunday evening from 6 to 7.
Visitors and strangers are always
given a hearty welcome at St. John’s.
MR. AND MRS. R. T. WALKER
ENTERTAIN AT MECCA GARDEN
One of the most delightful social
functions of the season was the part,\
given Thursday night at the Mecca
Garden. About seventy-five guests
were present. Progressive whist, mu
sic and dancing furnished the even
ing’s recreation. Mrs. Walker was
assisted in receiving by Mesdames J.
E. Brown, A. I). James, Jas. G. Jewel's
anil Miss Lena Paul. There were four
prizes for the ladies and four for th<
gentlemen. Mrs. E. West won the
first prize, a beautiful library scarf;
Mrs. L. J. Kenner, the second, a hand
some boudoir cap; Mrs. M. F. Single
ton, the third, a pretty doily; and Mrs.
I. Bailey, the fourth, a dainty hand
kerchief. The men’s prizes were
awarded as follows: Joseph Evans, a
book, “The Testing Fire”; second, W.
G. Haynes, a beautiful white silk tie;
W. Murphy, third, a neat cigur holder;
and Charles Solomon, fourth, a toy
lion.
Remember the gospel of the clean
plate, the serving of small portions,
the purchase of less supplies.
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“BLACK MEN"
Under the above caption one of our
exchanges publishes the following:
“Ben Banaker made the first clock
in America. It ran twenty years. Also
the first almanac in America; also se
lected the site of the White House.
Black men studied astronomy many
centuries before Christ. Rested about
600 years. Rest now going on. Get
ting restless. Black men had first
schools. Taught Moses, the world’s
greatest lawmaker. Black men were
the world’s first embalmers. Black
men were the world’s first builders,
also the world’s first rulers.”
Our associates in this war ask to
day for 25 per cent more wheat and
fats than we consider our monthly
production permits us to send them
without trenching on our own sup
plies, or, on the other hand, unless we
consume less.
LODGE DIRECTORY
Omaha Lodge No. 146, A. F. and
A. M., Omaha, Neb. Meetings first
and third Fridays of every month.
Lodge room 24th and Charles. P.
H. Jenkins, W. M.; W. H. Robinson,
Secretary.
Keystone Lodge No. 4, K. of P.,
Omaha, Nebr. Meetings first and
third Thursdays of each month. H.
A. Hazzard, C. C., J. H. Glover, K. of
R. and S.
Weeping Willow Lodge No. 9596,
G. U. O. of O. F., meets second and
fourth Thursdays of each month at
L. B. F. Hall, 24th and Charles. R.
S. Gaskins, N. G.; T. H. Gaskins, P. S.
International Order No. 631 Col
ored Engineers and Portable Hoisting
Enginemen meets at 2225% Lake
street first and third Wednesday in
each month. W. H. T. Ransom, pres
ident; J. H. Headly, Cor. Sec.; J. H.
Moss, Rec. Sec.; S. L. Bush, Treas.
NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL.
In the County Court of Douglas County,
Nebraska.
In the Matter of the Estate of Elizabeth
11arden, deceased.
Ml persons interested in said estate arc
hereby notified that a petition has been
filed in said Court, praying for the pro
bate of a certain instrument now on file in
said Court, purporting to be the last will
and testament of said deceased, and that
a hearing will be had on said petition be
fore said Court on the 18th day of Feb
ruary, 1918, and that if they fail to appear
at said Court on the said 18th day of Feb
ruary. 1918, at 9 o'clock a. m. to contest
the probate of said will, the Court may
allow and probate said will and grant ad
ministration of said estate to Susan E
Rice, or some other suitable person, enter
a decree of heirship, and proceed to a set
tlement thereof. 1
BRYCE CRAWFORD,
3t County Judge,
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION.
In the County Court of Douglas County,
Nebraska.
In the Matter of the Estate of Samuel K *
Harden, deceased.
All persons interested in said estate arc
hereby notified that ;t petition has beer
filed in said Court alleging that said de
ceased died leaving no last will and pray
ing for administration upon his estate
and that a hearing will he had on sale1
petition before said Court on the 18th day
of February, 1918, and that If they fail tc
appear at said Court on the said 18th day
of February, 1918, at 9 o'clock a. m. to
contest the said petition, the Court may
grant the same and grant administration
of said estate to Susan E. Rice, or som<
other suitable person and proceed to y
settlement thereof.
BRY< 'E < 'ItAWFORD,
3t County Judge.
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Sunday School, 10 a. m.
Preaching, 11 a. m., 8 p. m.
League, 6:30 p. m.
Florence P. Leavitt Club, Mon
day afternoon.
Prayer Meeting, Wednesday
Evening.
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