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SEEK HUSBAND AS BRUTAL SLAYER BETHEL PASTOR BURIED WOMAN'S BODY REGULAR WEEKLY EDITION Complete in Two Sections REV. H. K. SPEARMAN DIED THURSDAY AFTER 9 MONTHS' ILLNESS Impressive Services Held Over Remains of Lamented Minister Monday, With Clergy of All Denominations and Faiths Participating A deeply impressive memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Monday over the remains of the Rev. Henry Kuhn Spearman at Bethel A.M.E. Church, 52 West 132d street, where he had been the pastor for a period of two years and eight months. Shortly before his death he had planned to celebrate his twenty-fifth anniversary in the ministry. There were over a hundred ministers of various denominations present, together with several bishops. Nearly 1,500 people packed the edifice, while a few hundred more waited outside the church. A squad of patrolmen from the 135th street station, under the command of Sergeant Neely, was assigned to duty at the church. VOL. XIX. NO. 14. SEEK BETHE REV. H. K. S. DIED THURS 9 MONTH Impressive Services Held Minister Monday, With C and Faiths A deeply impressive mem Monday over the remains of at Bethel A. M. E. Church, 52 been the pastor for a period Shortly before his death he had fifth anniversary in the minist There were over a hundred tions present, together with se ple packed the edifice, while a side the church. A squad of station, under the command o to duty at the church. The Right Rev. J. A. Johnson, bishop of the Second Episcopal District, was master of ceremonies. Bishop W. H. Heard of the First Episcopal District delivered the eulogy and remarks were made by ministers from the various conferences and districts. The choir, mate chorus and mixed quartet of Bethel Church sang lyrics and special numbers. Resolutions and telegrams of condolence from many states were mentioned. The burial and commitment ceremony and the benediction were promoted by the Rev. R. B. Smith, presiding elder of the Camden-Trennion district and leader of the New Jersey Conference Delegation. Interment was at Wooddawn Cemetery and the funeral arrangements were in charge of Duncan Brothers Funeral Parlors, 2303 Seventh avenue. About 100 large and beautiful foral tributes stood in quiet dignity about the pulpit and around the bronze casket. There were tributes from every organization within the church. The interior of the edifice was draped in black and purple. After an illness of nine months, during which time friends tried to persuade him to go either South or West for his health, the Rev. Spearman died suddenly at 2:45 p. m. Thursday at the parsonage adjoining the church. Death was the result of nervous exertion, physicians said. The Rev. Dr. Spearman was the son of Henry B. and Josephine E. Spearman. He was born at Newbury, S. C., Dec. 21, 1975, and was educated in the public schools of Newbury. He went through the State College and afterward attended Shaw University, Lincoln University and finally graduated from the Yale Divinity School. He taught school to assist with the expense of his college studies. His mother died about four years ago. On June 20, 1945, he married Miss Elizabeth France Morris of Philadelphia, Pa., then lived in Pendleton, N. J., and since observers declared it to be a perfect union. The Rev. Mr. Spearman held pastorates at Massachusetts for two years; at Camden, N. J.; for four years; at Newark, N. J.; for six years and at Trenton, N. J.; for four years, after which time he came here and took charge of Bethel A. M. E. Church. In all the above pastimes he cleared the churches of debt and burned their mortgages and at Trenton he left with $5,000 in the (Continued on Page 2.) This Week's News Index Editorials ..... 20 Special Articles ..... 13 General, Local and National News ..... 1 to 5, 10 News of Society and Women's Activities ..... 6, 7 News of Churches and Praterlal- ties Deaths ..... 14 Attachments ..... 8 Sports ..... 9 News of Brooklyn and Long Is- land ..... 11 News of New Jersey ..... 12 Music ..... Editorial Page ADVERTISING INDEX. Underbuilders ..... 14 Real Estate ..... 15, 16 Classified ..... 17, 18, 19 Published Every Wednesday by The Amsterdam News Subscription Rates $2.00 per Year, in the United States. Pleads Guilty to Burglary Charge When Arrested Detectives Found 15 Pawn Tickets in Man's Possession Indicted on a charge of burglary Manuel Panel, 22, 306 West 138th street, was arraigned for pleading to the indictment Thursday before Judge Koenig in General Sessions, Part V. He pleaded guilty. Panel was arrested on Feb. 1 by Detective Bauer-Schmidt of the West 135th street station on complaint of one Irene Clark, from whom Panel is said to have stolen some clothing after renting a furnished room at her home. In his possession the detective said he found fifteen pawn tickets for seven suits and eight overcoats and a set of false keys. It was Panel's practice, the police said, to rent a furnished room and then steal clothing from the house and pawn it. The tickets found in his possession were for garments pawned in the months of December and January. The police request all the persons who believe they were Panel's victims to call at the West 135th street station, near Eighth avenue, where most of the property remains unidentified. Police declare that Panel is a well known hotel and rooming house sneak thief. 36 Persons Taken in On Alleged B Twenty-five Gallon Still Co Those Arrested Include "Porter" Thirty-six persons, including in a speakeasy at 402 Lenox av Patrolman Hunter, assisted by the list being headed by Thelrm nue, John Felice, 23, white, 9 in the place, was also arrested confiscated two pints of gin a the prisoners were charged with 36 Persons Taken in Police Raids On Alleged Prohibition Violators "Porter" Also Thirty-six persons, including seven women, were arrested on a speakeasy at 462 Lenox avenue early Sunday morning by Patrolman Hunter, assisted by others of the Sixth Division, the list being headed by Thelma Jackson, 27, 408 Lenox avenue. John Felice, 23, white, 945 East 163d street, a "porter" in the place, was also arrested. The police are said to have confiscated two pints of gin and two pints of whiskey. All the prisoners were charged with violating the Volstead Act. A Gallon still is said to have been in operation in a basement apartment at 160 West 142d street, where Henry Thompson, 55, 2441 Seventh avenue, was found. It is said, in charge of it, Two gallons of whiskey were confiscated by Patrolman Hunter and Kline and Thompson was charged with a Volstead violation. On the same morning the following men were taken on charges of violating the prohibition laws: Nathaniel Edwards, 27, 102 West 132d street, was arrested at 490 Lenox avenue where the police are said to have found a gallon and a half of gin. Patrolman Hunter conducted the raid. Charles Thompson, 50, 221 West 136th street, was arrested by Patrolman Mekleat at 2447 Seventh avenue where three pints of gin and three pints of whiskey are said to have been found. George Brown, 39, 34 West 135th street, was arrested at his home by Patrolman Ryan, who declared that he found Brown in possession of five pints of whiskey and two pints of gin. All were held on charges of prohibition violations. THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN Josephine Baker Becomes Parliamentary Subject VIENNA. Feb. 25.—Josephine Baker was the subject of a long debate in the Austrian National Parliament today. Dr. Jerzabeck, a leader of the Clerical Party and a practicing physician for twenty-five years, declared he was opposed to her appearance, not because of her color or nationality, but because she appeared before the public "dressed only in a postage stamp." "Moreover," he contended, "her dances are devoid of any real art consisting only of grotesque distortions and writhing grimaces. "It is scandalous," he shouted, "that we are asked to pay 100,000 shillings to see nudity when a hundred thousand workmen are walking the streets of Vienna searching for employment and food." The Social Democrats, who rule the city of Vienna, replied sarcastically: "Then see to it that none of your bourgeois friends see her dances and nudity." In Police Raids Prohibition Violators Confiscated in 142d Street The Seven Women, White River" Also long seven women, were arrested venue early Sunday morning by others of the Sixth Division, Ma Jackson, 27, 408 Lenox ave. 45 East 163d street, a "porter" The police are said to have and two pints of whiskey. All in violating the Volstead Act. half of gin. Patrolman Hunter con- ducted the raid. Charles Thompson, 50, 221 West 136th street, was arrested by Patrol- man Merkle at 2447 Seventh avenue where three pints of gin and three pints of whiskey are said to have been found. George Brown, 39, 34 West 135th street, was arrested at his home by Patrolman Ryan, who declared that he found Brown in possession of five pints of whiskey and two pints ofgin. All were held on charges of prohibition violations. THE NEW YORK Amsterdam News Late Rev. Dr. H. K. Spearman NEW YORK, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Maybe Her Kisses Were Worth It WASHINGTON, Feb. 27.—James Pendleton got his filver from the curb this morning and drove a girl friend to work. On the way the couple exchanged kisses over a half-mile stretch of roadway, the machine doing the shimmy to the queen's taste and narrowly missing several other cars. Then the hand of the law stepped in and Policeman R. B. Jenkins took the swain before Judge Mattingly in Police Court. His Honor fined James $25 and warned him to do his kissing elsewhere. Nabbed Attempting To Pawn Pendant Loser's Plea That He Be Let Off Releases Him Arrested by Detectives Sommers and Smith of the East 126th street station when he attempted to pawn a diamond pendant valued at $175 which had been lost by Mrs. Olive Morris, 80 Haven avenue, Nathaniel Harris, 42, porter, 227 East 127th street, was saved from a jail sentence when Mrs. Morris pleaded with Magistrate Renaud in Harlem Court that he be given another chance. Mrs. Morris was leaving the Lyric Theatre where Harris is employed as a porter when she lost the pendant as she was about to enter a taxicab. Harris saw her drop the pendant, picked it up and on Saturday he went to a pawnshop at 128th street and Third avenue where he attempted to pawn the pendant. The detectives who were in the pawnbook when Harris entered questioned him as to where he got the pendant and when he told conflicting stories he was arrested. The police later learned that the pendant had been lost by Mrs. Morris. They notified her and she came to the police station where she identified the pendant as the one she had lost. Harris was arraigned before Magistrate Renaud in Harlem Court on a charge of grand larceny. It was then that Mrs. Morris pleaded that he given another chance, stating she had been told he was married and had a wife and three children. The Magistrate after censuring Harris for not making efforts to locate the owner of the pendant released him with a suspended sentence. Him Retired Brazilian Banker Interviewed By Reporter for The Amsterdam News Count De Paula Machado Says He Placed Forty-two Negroes in Executive Positions When He Was Head of Chain of Twenty-two Banks By EDGAR T. ROUZEAU "America retains the status Brazil. There, in my homeland, white brother; group prejudice governed by a code of liberal p. The speaker was Count De Brazilian banker, now visiting his tour around the world. The terview granted to the writer, the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Forty-sunday afternoon. "America retains the statue, but the home of liberty is in Brazil. There, in my homeland, the Negro is on a par with his white brother; group prejudice is practically nil and society is governed by a code of liberal principles." The speaker was Count Decio De Paula Machado, eminent Brazilian banker, now visiting New York on the first leg of his tour around the world. The occasion was an exclusive interview granted to the writer in the count's luxurious suite at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Forty-sixth street and Madison avenue, Sunday afternoon. The interview disclosed the fact that Count Machado, until his resignation three months ago, was the president and general director of twenty-two banks in the State of Sao Paulo, Brazil. While in office he placed forty-two Negroes in executive positions, which they are still holding. The Count further declared that Jose De Patrocinio, a Negro whom he placed in a minor position a few years ago, is now president of one of the chain banks. What is your opinion of the ex-isting group prejudice in America?" he was asked. "I have not been afforded an opportunity to study the American black and white problem." he replied, "but it is my opinion that Americans as a whole would live better if they endeavored to understand each other more. I, for one, am an advocate of equality for the Negro in general channels, but not in social liberties. "Why not?" he was asked. There followed a pause in which the Count appeared to weigh his thoughts. Finally he spoke. "Because it is my belief that the Negro race is as noble and as great as any other and that liberalism of two extremes would only breed contempt." Count Machado further said that at least 400 Negroes are employed in executive government positions in Sao Paulo alone; that the leading state senator is a Negro, and that five members of Parliament, two generals and one admiral are Negroes. In concluding, the Count expressed a desire to meet Negro civile leaders here before his departure for Palm Beach tomorrow, so as to exchange data and observations on the race problem. Attempted Extortion Suspension of A Proprietor of "Speakeasy" Prisoner-Upon Payment Held i Arraigned with two colorless extortion Patrolman Jeremiah the West 135th street station, in Harlem Court Monday morning for a further hearing tomorrow. The other men were Hart street, and Jason Wilson, 21, held in the same amount of bail Patrolman O'Donnell has been married, and lives at 334 East Attempted Extortion Charge Causes Suspension of Another White Officer Proprietor of "Speakeasy" Says He Offered to Release Prisoner-Upon Payment of $50 Two Others Held in Case Arraigned with two colored men on a charge of attempted extortion Patrolman Jeremiah O'Donnell 30, white, attached to the West 135th street station, appeared before Magistrate Weil in Harlem Court Monday morning and was held in $3,000 bail for a further hearing tomorrow. The other men were Harry Randall, 28. 100 West 144th street, and Jason Wilson, 21. 133 West 132d street, who were held in the same amount of bail for a hearing on the same day. Patrolman O'Donnell has been on the police force six years, is married, and lives at 334 East Eighty-sixth street. According to the complainant, Max Wexler, white, owner of an alleged spakeasy at 341 Lenox avenue, the three men (O'Donnell was in street clothing) entered his place Monday morning and purchased a half-pint of whiskey from Frank Coleman, 24, a waiter, 124 West 127th street. After representing themselves to be police officers, O'Donnell showed his shield and placed Coleman under arrest. He then ordered Randall and Wilson to search the place, Wexler said. The owner stopped the men from searching and demanded to see their shields and credentials, which caused an altercation to arise between him and the men, Wexler testified. police department and arrested on a charge of attempted extortion. Wilson and Randall were held with him as co-defendants. Coleman was placed under arrest again on a charge of violating the Volstead Act and held for arraignment in Federal Court. Two other white officers of the West 135th street station were suspended Feb. 7, pending the disposition of the charge that they were involved in an extortion growing out of a "policy" case. Argument Over Taxi Fare Causes Arrest Several of the patrons in the place came to Wexler's aid, and one of them was sent to find the patrolman on post. Randall then became frightened and ran, it is reported. At this moment Patrolman Alexander Malloy of the West 123d street station was called in and he pursued Randall. After the firing of six shots, amid much excitement in the street, Randall was captured at 158 West 127th street and placed under arrest. The excitement had attracted other policemen to the scene and they all returned with the prisoner to Woxler's place, where they found O'Donnell and Wilson waiting. In the meantime, Wexler said, O'Donnell had offered to release Coleman upon the payment of $50. O'Donnell, Wilson, Randall, Coleman and Wexler were taken to the West 123d street station and Woxler told his story. O'Donnell was reprimanded for his actions while off duty and upon the recommendation of Deputy Police Commissioner Felix Muldoon O'Donnell was suspended from the Entered as second-class matter Dec. 21, 1899, at the Post Office at New York, under the Act of March 3, 1879. but the home of liberty is in the Negro is on a par with his is practically nil and society is principles." Riccio De Paula Machado, eminent New York on the first leg of he occasion was an exclusive in- the count's luxurious suite at xixth street and Madison avenue, Negro in general channels, but not in social liberties. "Why not?" he was asked. There followed a pause in which the Count appeared to weigh his thoughts. Finally he spoke. "Because it is my belief that the Negro race is as noble and as great as any other and that liberalism of two extremes would only breed contempt." Count Machado further said that at least 400 Negroes are employed in executive government positions in Sao Paulo alone; that the lea- ding state senator is a Negro, and that five members of Parliament, two generals and one admiral are Negroes. In concluding, the Count expres- sed a desire to meet Negro civile leaders here before his departure for Palm Beach tomorrow, so as to exchange data and observations on the race problem. In Charge Causes another White Officer Says He Offered to Release it of $50 — Two Others in Case d men on a charge of attempted O'Donnell 30, white, attached to appeared before Magistrate Weil ing and was held in $3,000 bail y Randall, 28. 100 West 144th 33 West 132d street, who were for a hearing on the same day. on the police force six years, is Eighty-sixth street. Wilson and Randall were held with him as co-defendants. Coleman was placed under arrest again on a charge of violating the Volstead Act and held for arraignment in Federal Court. Two other white officers of the West 135th street station were suspended Feb. 7, pending the disposition of the charge that they were involved in an extortion growing out of a "policy" case. Argument Over Taxi Fare Causes Arrest Arraigned on charges of violating the Sullivan Law and attempted felonious assault, Hugo Nairn, 27, 202 West 143d street, was held in $3,000 ball by Magistrate Reinaud, in Harlem Court, Friday. Leroy Cork, a taxicab chauffeur of 304 West 151st street, charged that Nairn pointed a revolver at him and threatened to kill him. He testified that he drove Nairn from 143d street and Eighth avenue to 110th street and Madison avenue, where they became involved in a dispute over the fare. It was then, Cork charges, that Nairn drew a revolver, pointed the weapon at him and threatened to kill him. Policeman Kuntz of the East 104th street station, who arrested Nairn, alleges he found a revolver in his possession. Nairn was hold in $2,500 bail for the Grand Jury for threatening to kill Cork and $500 bail for trial in Special Sessions for possessing a revolver without a permit. EXTRA REGULAR WEEKLY EDITION WHEREVER Possible Trade With Stores in Harlem That Do Not Practice Discrimination in the Selection of Their Employees. WOMAN'S BODY FOUND WITH HEAD NEARLY SEVERED Her head nearly severed from her body with a fire axe, Mae Brown, 35, was found dead last Tuesday evening huddled in a closet in a furnished room in the apartment of Mrs. Matthew Gafford, wife of the superintendent, on the top floor of 133 West 129th street. Her body was wrapped in blankets and a coat had been wrapped around her, covering her head. Police are searching for her husband, Louis J. Brown, whom they believed committed the horrible crime. Mrs. Brown had been dead 48 hours, the police said. Delacey Smith, 162 Adelphi street, Brooklyn, has an income of more than $50,000 a year as a banker in the policy game, according to affidavits filed by his wife, Mrs. Ernestine S. Smith, 477 Waverly avenue, Brooklyn, before Supreme Court Justice Riegelmann in that borough. Mrs. Smith asked $250 a week allmoney and $5,000 counsel fees pending trial of a suit for annulment brought by her husband, who alleged she already had a husband when he married her ten years ago. She denied the charge and filed a counterclaim for divorce, alleging that last Labor Day she caught him in an apartment at the Adelphi street address with a girl clad only in a silk nightdress. In her affidavits Mrs. Smith said her husband makes between $2,000 and $7,000 gross, every week as a policy banker, but that expenses and losses bring his earnings down to $1,000 a week net. She said he owns the apartment house where he lives, worth $65,000. Smith declared he is merely the janitor there and is practically broke. His bank balance is only $46.45, he said, and while he was in jail for playing policy last spring his wife had his safe opened and took $2,500, all the spare cash he had. After he got out of jail, he said, he gave up policy as a career. Even before he went to jail, he alleged, his wife drew checks to such an extent that his bank account of $508 was wiped out, with the exception of a balance of 2 cents. Mrs. Smith said her husband told her to open the safe in order to get money for necessaries, but that she found there only $5 in pennies. Decision was reserved. Cries of Burned Pair Reported as Murder Explosion of Oil Stove Endangered Lives of Thompsons That a horrible murder was being committed in a ground floor apartment at 220 West 134th street was the information received by telephone about 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Sixteenth precinct police station. Sergeant Press, Patrolmen Miller and Fitzgerald and Detective Christiano were quickly dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival they discovered that the screams heard by the tenants were the cries of Mrs. Pauline Thompson, 40, who had been severely burned when an overheated oil stove exploded in her room. George Thompson, 42, the husband, was also badly burned. A fire alarm was sent in and firemen arrived and extinguished the small fire with chemicals. Thompson himself had already managed to beat out most of the flames in the room. Dr. Wilkinson was called from Harlein Hospital and Mrs 20 PAGES—5 CENTS PER COPY AYER S BODY WITH HEAD ERLY SEVERED 90th Street Murder — Body Found at 48 Hours After Landlady ward Screams erred from her body with a fire axe, and dead last Tuesday evening huddled room in the apartment of Mrs. Mat- te superintendent, on the top floor of Her body was wrapped in blankets apped around her, covering her head. her husband, Louis J. Brown, whom the horrible crime. Mrs. Brown had police said. The motive for the crime has not been learned nor has Brown been apprehended. He is a cook and is described by the police as of brown complexion with a scar over his right eye. Mrs. Gafford related that Brown rented the room from her Saturday afternoon. Feb. 18, saying that his wife would join him later. Mrs. Brown did not appear until Sunday noon, when she asked the elevator operator to summon her husband. The message was delivered to Brown, who seemed irritated and came down on the elevator in his bathrobe and escorted his wife to the room upstairs. The couple were in the room for about three hours when Mrs. Anthony Knowles, who occupies the room adjoining the murder chamber, heard screams. Believing that it was the usual family quarrel she did not investigate, she said. Then she heard noises and knocked on Brown's door and asked what was wrong. "Nothing at all," Brown is said to have replied. Shortly after 4 o'clock William Cobb, a taxi driver, whose apartment is opposite the Gaffords', saw brown leave the apartment very hurriedly and excitedly. Cobb spoke to Brown, who started and exchanged a confused greeting. After 48 hours a terrible stench came from the locked room that Brown and his wife had occupied and Gafford, the superintendent, investigated. Having no key to the room, Gafford entered Mrs. Knowles' room, removed the hinges from one of the doors and entered. There was blood on the bed and the odor was sickening. In one corner he saw a pool of blood flowing from the closet. He opened the closet door and saw the gruesome form huddled before him. Without touching the body, Gafford rushed out and notified the police of the West 122d street station. Sergeant Meyers. Detective Captain Hyams and Patrolman Tall hurried to the scene and made an exhaustive search of the room an examined the body. It appeared that the woman / first knocked senseless with rifle blow beside the face, followed by a gash at the back of the head with an axe, which nearly cut the head off. Her figure was squatty with the head resting on the knee. Her clothes were soaked in blood. A coat had been put on her and was wrapped in blankets. A fire axe and a butcher's crier were found hidden in the r but only the axe was blood-sta This lead the police to believe the murder was premeditated. dead woman was about five an half feet tall and weighed pounds. She was of light complexio with brown hair. Inspector Coughlin of the Home side bureau was notified and Dective Sullivan of the West 123d street station was directed to find the slayer. For a few hours the woman remained unidentified and her body was removed to the Bellevue Morgue at the instance of Medical Examiner Norris. A trunk and a hat belonging to the husband of the slain woman were taken to the police station. A few hours later Bertha Brown, 201 West 121st street, a relative of the deceased, identified the body. CORRECTIONS The name of Mrs. C. A. Rahn was omitted from the guest list at Table No. 43, Alcidian Club, Inc., in last week's Amsterdam News. Thompson was sent there suffering intense pain from savage burns. Her husband was treated at home and he remained in the apartment. MAX YERGAN OFF AGAIN FOR AFRICA Secretary National Council of Y.M.C.A. Sails on Olympic for England Secretary National Council of Y.M.C.A. Sails on Olympic for England Plans to Attend League of Nations Conference at Geneva and International Missionary Council at Jerusalem Before Reaching Africa Max Yergan, secretary of the National Council of the 'M. C.A. of the United States, to whose work in South Africa mong native Africans $25,000 was recently given by John D. Cockefeller Jr., sailed Friday night on the Olympic for Engl. on his way back to South Africa for a five-year period of work. With him were his wife and his three little children. Mr. Yergan is returning to Africa by way of Jerusalem, there he will attend the sessions of the International Missionary Council from March 24 to April 8. Dr. John R. Mott, general secretary of the National Council of the 'Y. M.C.A.', is hairman of the Council meeting, at which various international matters pertaining to missionary work will be discussed. Mr. Yergan will take a leading part in the interracial discussions at the conference, dealing particularly with conditions in South Africa. He will be aided in this presentation by Prof. D. D. T. Jabavu, a native professor at the South African Native College. The two men will represent the interests of the na- Slip Cover Sale BIG BARGAINS—10 DAYS ONLY 3 or 5-Piece Stores $12 UPHOLSTERING 2.5-FL. set remobilized in Tassettr, Valour or Leather- frame; new upholstery frames poli- lated $22 SLIP COVERS To order. Three or 5-piece ants in Gretanno or Bolatan Lizard. Beautiful design... Main Foyer and Shagroom 127 W. 125th St. Phone 0708 Josette Kasha—1st Floor 378 E. Lusin St. MOT Houses Fo'C ve African at the conference. Two other prominent men sailed Saturday to attend the sessions the International Missionary innail. They are Dr. John Hope, resident of Morehouse College, Atlanta, Ga, and Dr. W. W. Alexan, senior secretary of the Intercal Commission. They sailed on a Adriatic. Mr. Yergan will not reach South Africa until May. Following his arrival in London and one day each five in Oxford and Cambridge speaking more selected groups. Then he will proceed to Geneva, where he will take part in important conferences with leaders of the League of nations on inter-racial matters. After spending three weeks in Jerusalem he will board ship for south Africa, travelling down the at coast. Upon arrival, Mr. Yergan plans to get in touch with his any volunteered workers in the city with the Y. M. C. which he has set up in Cape洋, Transvaal and the Orange Sea State. The man who was in charge of r. Yergan's work in the latter's sense, a Mr. Mwana, a native African, plans to come to New York to study and learn Y. M. C. A. methods here. He will probably be connected with the staff of the best r. Yergan's Street. Y. M. C. A. to study heart was warmed at before he sailed by a dinner given in his honor by the West 15th Street. Y. M. C. A. At this inner he was given a check for 150, raised by the boy members of i.e. boys' department. In addition to the gift by Mr. rockefeller, Mr. Yergan has raised out $7,000 from Negroes and hitees in this country toward the section of a Y. M. C. A. headquarter building at Alice, Cape Province, South Africa. Approximately 100,000 r. Yergan has hope of meeting the building will probably be begun in the Fall. Land for it has been donated by the South African native college at Alice. Besides the money for his building, Mr. Yergan is soon to have a moving picture projection machine, in which he can delight many native African children who have never seen moving pictures. He plans to have a machine which can be from the power of his Ford car. He will have a picture dealing with an educational personal hygiene, etc. He will be able stage many impromptu moving picture shows by projecting the pictures on the walls of African huts. Mr. Yergan hopes also to have a detrofa for his new building. Another personal question which Mr. Yergan hopes to solve is that a home. He has not had one once he has been in South Africa, he has lived in. everything from mud huts to snake-infested dwellings. Another problem is that the local school still they are old enough to attend. Negro colleges can they receive super training. Mrs. Yergan teaches the children now. Mr. Yergan is anxious to renew his inter-racial contacts which he ad built up before he left. He has sent receiving a hearing in English and Boer white universities. This in great contrast with the reception he got when he first went to south Africa. It took a year for **J. Y. M. C. A. to get him into the country at all, and when he first availed about he had to have a pass. Now he is made welcome and has the confidence of both nates and whites. He was in 1926 was warded the Harmon medal for the est work during that year in religious and social work, has been in his country for a year acquaint ing with Negroes and whites with his work. The building at Alice will Off for Africa C. be a center for all his activities throughout the Union of South Africa, as well as a social training center for the students of the college and a community gathering place for the village folk living about it. In work, Vergan has two objectives: to demonstrate to the natives the possibility of practical service to their fellows and to help build up a new leadership for Africa. Tailor Shop Burglar Convicted; 3 Sentenced Arranged Friday morning in Judge Donnelley's crowded courtroom, Part 1 of General Sessions, Joseph Bush and Alonzo Wallace, both of 2364 Eighth avenue; Bert Samuels, 68 East 110th street, and Thomas Lightbourne, 360 East 119th street, heard sentences imposed on them ranging from life imprisonment to a year's freedom on probation. They were all found guilty on a charge of attempted burglary and forced entrance on February 6 of a tailor shop, 136 West 123rd street. Bush, who has formerly served three prison sentences, in 1923 for grand larceny, 1924 for attempted burglary, and in 1926 for voliation of section 1897 of the penal code, was sentenced to life imprisonment under the provisions of the Baumes Law. Samuels and Wallace were sentenced to serve six and four months, respectively, in the penitentiary, while Lightbourne, who has had no previous offense, was given a suspended sentence and placed on probation for a year. Dunbar Apartments Win Architects' Award The New York Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, at its annual dinner Friday night in the Harvard Club, 27 West Forty-fourth street, awarded to John D. Rockefeller Jr. its medal of honor for the outstanding apartment house development In 1927. The Paul Lawrence Dunbar Garden Apartments, designed by Andrew J. Thomas, located on the block bounded by Seventh and Eighth avenues and 149th and 160th streets, was the subject of the award. The unavoidable absence of Mr. Rockefeller the medal and the accompanying certificate were accepted for him by Charles O. Heydt, his personal representative. The award was made by H. Van Buren Magonlgle, president of the chapter, who presided. The Rockefeller award was in the six-story building class. Alleged Minor Loses $400 in Agreement Action to recover the sum of $400 paid to the Runkle Construction Company, 105 West Worford street, by Harry Woolford, 20, a contractor residing at 210 West 150th street, was given a hearing before Justice G. Michael Schultz of the Municipal Court Thursday morning. The court ruled that the plaintiff being a minor was therefore not entitled to enter into a legal contract, and that the one contested for was thus rendered null and void. The award of judgment to the plaintiff was temporarily postponed, to allow the defense a week in time to file the plaintiff's attested by certificates and other documents presented by his attorney. The trial disclosed the fact that Woodward paid the mentioned sum for a contract to plaster thirty-two frame houses in New Jersey. Upon receiving the contract, he found that the sum which would accrue to him under the terms would be insufficient to provide the material and labor involved. He appalled to the construction company for its refusal to refund of his deposit. The construction agents refused both. He was represented by the law firm of Watts, Flagg and Grigg, 200 West 136th street. MAN NARROWLY MISSES SENTENCE FOR LIFE Arthur Thomas, 36, 237 West Sixty-seventh street, found guilty on a charge of attempted burglary by a jury in Part I of General Sessions Court Thursday morning, was dealt with mercifully by Judge Donnellan when arraigned again on Friday. He was given a suspended sentence of probation for a year, the court giving as a reason the fact that plaintiff has served three previous sentences and that conviction in this instance would automatically force the court to impose a life sentence. 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BRONX STORE 3251 Third Avenue Northeast Corner, 1684 Street HARLEM STORE 2174 Third Avenue Below, 110th Street 125th STREET STORE 119 West 125th Street Near Leon Avenue Garvey Show "Hey, Hey!" His Echo in Court Gossip, which arose in the theatrical circles in the Spring of 1927, when Amy Garvey's musical show, "Hey, Hey," founded in Baltimore, had its echo Wednesday in the Seventh District Municipal Court, when Sam Manning, comedian and former manager of the show, was awarded a favorable decision in a suit for $485 filed against him by May Cooper, a co-star. Miss Cooper, who resides at 2485 Seventh avenue, claimed that she had given Manning the money involved, as a personal loan. This assertion was denied by the comedian, who in turn claimed that the plaintiff had paid him the sum in exchange for a 5 per cent interest in the Manning further alleged that Miss Garvey had charge of "Hay Hey" for one week while he was away, and that it wont on the rocks while under her control. He was represented by the law firm of Garrett & Reddick, 2303 Seventh avenue. Assailant Held for Trial Samuel Johnson, 21, address unknown, was held in $3,500 ball for the Grand Jury, on a charge of felonious assault and burglary when arraigned before Magistrate Dodge in West Side Court Thursday, the Johnson was held in the home of Simon Hirsdansky, white, principal of P. S. 4, the Bronx, and attacking him and his wife, Dr. Sara Hirsdansky, in their home at 160 Morningside Drive. Personal belongings and $60 in cash are said to have been taken by Johnson who has seized entry into the building of unlawful entry and impersonating an officer, the police claim. Fight N. Y. U. Ban The third session of the conference, composed of clubs and civic organizations of this city which were called together for the purpose of fighting the recent cases of discrimination against Negro students at New York University, was held at St. Mark's, M. E. Church on Sunday. Bethel Church Mourns Pastor Bethel Church Mourns Pastor (Continued from Page 2.) (Continued from Page 2.) bank. At Bethel he raised a $1,500 fund for work in the church. Four times he was elected a delegate to the A. M. E. Conference and three times he was elected leader of his district. New Jersey elected him to the Conference twice. As a young man he was interested in the subject of divine healing and gave much attention to its study. He delivered his last message to his congregation last Christmas Sunday morning. He is survived by his widow and two sisters living in Chicago. He also leaves two brothers of this city, Benjamin and Edward F. Spearman. The Rev. D. M. Baxter led the opening hymn, following by the reading of the Nineetie Psalm by the Rev. M. W. Thornton. "Sweater as the Years do By" was read by the Rev. M. W. Cooper the ceremonia and sung by the choir. The Rev. Y. Boll of the C. M. E. Church then obituary and Bishop Heard followed with a beautiful and stirring eulogy. The Rev. J. W. Brown of Mother A. M. E. Zion Church read the hymn "He Walks and He Talks With Me," and the choir and congregation sang it. Remarks and expressions were spoken by the Rev. E. H. Cott, representing the "general officers; the Rev. D. J. Brown, representing the New Jersey Conference; the Rev. J. Francis, Vanderhorst, and the Rev. E. E. Tyler, the Rev. A. P. Anderson, representing the Philadelphia Conference; the Rev. H. Y. Carnet, representing the Delaware Conference; the Rev. J. R. Cooper, representing the New York Conference; the Rev. H. K. Hope, representing the Delaware Conference; and the Rev. Dr. Clair A. Bwell, pastor of Abyssinian Church The names of those sending resolutions and telegraphs were read by the Rev. R. B. Smith, while the names of churches sending resolutions were read by the Rev. T. St. Clair Edwards. Resolutions from the Lavin's Union, New York Annual Conference, were read in brief by Mrs. R. H. Lampkins. An inscription for a memorial tablet to be erected in the church to the memory of the late pastor was exhibited. It will be placed in the church by the. Interdenominational Presachers' Meeting of Greater New York and vicinity. Pastors of prairie churches and many pastors and many came from neighboring states and cities and as far West as Chicago. At a special meeting at .Bethel Church Monday night Bishop Heard appointed the Rev. A. C. Saunders of Atlantic City to succeed the late Dr. Spearman as pastor. The Rev. Montrose Thornton will remain the presiding elder. Dr. Saunders has held a pastorate at Atlantic City for seven years and is reputed to have raised $80,000 for the church there. Cuba Closes Door to West Indian Laborers HAVANA, Fub. 23. — Entry of West Indian labor into Cuba, which has been authorized every year by special Presidential decree at the request of sugar mills needing harvest hands, will no longer be permitted, it was stated in official circles Thursday. The entry of such labor was prohibited by a military decree issued by the late Gen. Leonard Wood twenty-seven years ago. The decision to bar the labor this year is understood to have been reached at a Cabinet meeting. No legislative action will be necessary because the doors of Cuba are automatically closed except when opened by presidential decree. Although this labor is supposed to be brought in under bond and shipped back after the harvest season, there are 70,000 British West Indians registered at the British Consulate of Cuba. BLOW KILLS WOMAN; HUSBAND REARESTED Alvin Gale, 47, of 520 Bergen avenue, Jersey City, was reearsted by Leutenant Jennings and Detective Gumbrecht on a charge of murder at the City Hospital in Lillian Gale, in the City Hospital last Tuesday. Denies Attacking Own Daughter Father, However, Is Held Bail for Further Hearing Charged with attacking his year-old daughter, Enoch Young, 215 West 121st street, was held $2,500 bail for a further heart when arranged Friday before Magistrate Ronald in Haulm Court. The grill testified that her fat attacked her in their home two weeks before she greatly bodily harmed her. She resisted efforts or told anyone of what he to her. She further charged that one occasion he struck her in face with his clenched fist, break one of her teeth, and that he oft took her to a "speakeasy" on Lea avenue, where he compelled her dance, taking from her whatever money she earned. The alleged attack occurred Feb. 18, the girl said, and she ran away from home. She wont be found, who is friend of the family, and reported attack to her. She notified the Children's Society and Agent McCarr arrested Young. He denies the charge. His daughter has been placed in the custody of the Children's Society. ```markdown ``` Trunks and Leather Goods 116 WEST 125th STREET Bet. Lenox and 7th Aven. NEW YORK CITY Phone Morningside 2352 Established 1885 WHITE GIRL'S CHARGE PROVEN FALSE Donovan David, Orchestra Leader, Freed When Conflicting Story Is Told Donovan David, Orchestra Leader, Freed When Conflicting Story Is Told Had Pursued Young Man Since He Appeared at Upper Fifth Avenue — Plead With Him to Take The true story of a young white girl pursuing the love of a colored man came to a dramatic close in Heights Court Friday when Manistrate Simpson freed Donovan. David, 28, 161 West 140th street, well-known musician and orchestra leader, of a serious charge which had been brought against him by Jennie Wasnick, 15, white, 102 East 111th street. It was David's first arrest and he wept openly when he was freed. Her Away After hearing the girl's ridiculously conflicting story on the witness stand Magistrate Simpson said that it would be a travesty of justice to hold the defendant. The girl told a straightforward story in answer to the district attorney's questions, but under cross examination by William Lambert, white, 11 West Forty-second and street, counsel for David, her affiliations became immediately apparent. The girl is said to have told her story to her stepmother and the children's Society was notified and David was arrested by Detective Garvey of the West 135th street station. In the complaint the girl charged that David took her to a room at 218 West 143d street and assaulted her at 5:30 p. m. on Jan. 1. Under cross examination she admitted that she could give absolutely no description of the place, but insisted that she went there, but altered her story by saving that he did not suspect her. Attorney Lambert had eight wit- nesses present, including David's wife and mother-in-law, to prove that David was at home on the evening and at the hour in question, giving living lessons. He said that she waived for David at the Roosevelt Theatre, where he conducts the orchestra, from 4 until 10 p. m. on the day in question. Jack Eisenberg, manager of the Roosevelt, denied that the girl had been there, and also stated that he had barred her from the theatre several times because she annoyed David. Officer Roderick of the Child's Society then insisted that David be held for the Grand Jury on a charge of impairing the morals of a minor. Detective Garvey testified that David admitted to him that he took the girl on automobile rides, but David fairly denied making any such admission. The only occasion on the girl was ever in his car, David holding him when he drove the girl and her brother home one evening in December. The defense proved also that Miss Wasilk had been infatulated with David ever since she met him at the theatre at 110th street and Fifth avenue, where David was playing. She then followed him to the Renaissance and Roosevelt theatres and was barred at all three places because of her annoyances. In his possession several love letters sent to Don by the girl but which David never answered. In one letter she said, "I can't get along with her (meaning her mother). Please take me away." David said he repeatedly told the girl that he was a married man with two children and to let him alone. So persistent was Miss Wasilk in her attentions to the musician that her Christmas Day she is said to have held at David's home with a Christmas present for him. David not only refused it but ordered her from his home. At Friday's hearing it was also disclosed that another man had been arrested on a similar charge made by the girl and was discharged. Man to Be Sent Back To Florida State Farm Allen Cason, 39, 2067 Second avenue, was held without bail by Magistrate Renaud in Harlem Court Saturday to await the arrival of papers from Jacksonville, Fla., so he can be returned to the Florida State Farm in Raiford, Fla., from which penal institution he escaped on January 29, 1924. Cason, according to the police, was convicted in Jacksonville of a charge of assault and on December 19, 1922, he was sentenced to serve 10 years in the Florida State Farm. After serving for about two years Cason made his escape. On information being received that Cason was living in Harlem, J. C. Blitch, superintendent of the farm, communicated with the local police and Detective Deputy of the East 104th street station, who was assigned to the case, located Cason at 106th street and Third avenue, and arrested him. Denies He Attacked Realtor in Basement James Brown, 26, 251 West 143rd street, was held in 10,000 ball for a further hearing, when arraigned Thursday before Magistrate Renault in Harlem Court, charged by Charles Williams, a real estate operator. 274 West 128th street, with attacking him with a small hatchet. Williams charges that Brown has in wait for him in the basement of the 128th street house and then attacked him with the hatchet when he entered the hall, striking him on the head. The alleged assault occurred on January 2. Williams was taken to Warren Harlem Hospital, where it required four stitches to sew up his scalp. Brown escaped after the alleged attack, but was located Wednesday in Detectives Nometz and Short of a West 123d street station and arrared. Brown denied the charge. Youths Sought for Citizens' Training Camps An appeal to Negro youth to take advantage of the opportunity offered them by the government when the 'Citizens', Military Training Camps are opened throughout the country this summer is made by Lieut. Frederick L. Shade, who was recently appointed chairman of a committee on procurement with headquarters at 125 Sixth Street, N. E., Washington, D. C. He points to the fact that in former years only a comparatively few have sought entitlement in the thirty-day course, and claims that this has led the War Department to offer various excuses for turning down the applications, which disavantage could only be achieved with official use of the number of which would be sufficient to warrant the formation of one or more companies. The C. M. T. C. is governed by the National Defense Act and is open to all youths between the ages of 17 and 24. The government pays transportation to and from camp; furnishes uniforms, food, equipment and medical attendances. However, no medical activities. Negro youths may not participate when they bow to a segregation policy. Real Estate Man Returns Lease Money in Court After returning $125 he is alleged to have appropriated from Mrs. Ada Shaw, 49, 2193 Seventh avenue, in a real estate deal, Eugene T. Rhodes, 30, real estate operator, 408 Manhattan avenue, was discharged Wednesday by Magistrate Renaud Schwartz Court from a charge of grand larceny. Mrs. Shaw charged that she gave the $126 to Rhodes on December 5 last for the purpose of securing a lease for her on a house at 2249 Seventh avenue. The money she said, was to be used as security on her property, to secure the Mrs. Shaw, failed to secure the lease for her and, despite many demands, he failed to return her money. She reported the matter to the police and Detective Boyle of the West 123d street station arrested Rhodes. When he was arraigned in Court Rhodes, he requested he was prepared to give Mrs. Shaw her money. He returned the $125 to her and the charge against him was dismissed. Patrolman Says He Was Kicked by Man John Holmes 32, on actor, 75 West 143th street, charged with felonious assault upon Edgar McMillan, 582 St. Nicholas avenue, was arrested at 1:05 p. m. Saturday at 210 West 140th street, where the alleged fight between him and McMillan took place. arriving officer, Patrolman Matthew of the 135th street station, entered a second charge of felonious assault against Holmes, who is said to have resisted arrest and kicked the policeman, who was then obliged to use force to subdue him. Dr. Polombo was called from Harlem Hospital and treated Holmes at the police station for a laceration of the scalp. Daily morning Holmes was arraigned in Hightstown Court before Magistrate Simpson, who held him in 1,000 ballot for a further hearing. On Monday Magistrate McKinry set another hearing for today. Bailiff Pleads for Opportunity to Repay William Dubois, 27, 259 West 131st street, was held in $3,000 ball for a further hearing by Magistrate Renaud in Harlem Court on a charge of grand larceny made by Mrs. Hattie Woodson, 50 East 133d street. Mrs. Woodson charges that Dubois defrauded her out of $300 which she alleges she gave him on September 30, last, as security in a ball bond matter. She alleges that Dubois disappeared with her money and when she saw him Satler Rebler she summoned Policeman Rieber the officer 133d station and had him arrested. Dubois admitted getting the $300 from Mrs. Woodson and stated he lost the money. He promised to make restitution if given a chance. WEST INDIES OPENS AIR MAIL LINE HAVANA, Feb. 25.—Passenger and military service by airplane was begun today between Santiago, Cuba, San Domingo, Porto Rico and Haiti when he airplane Santa Maria left Santiago. Establishment of this service over 900-mile route touching three re- publics, and Porto Rico was termed direct result of Colonel Charles A. Lindburgh's recent Caribbean flight. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29. 1928 Assets of $11,000,000 In Insurance Companies Gross assets of all Negro companies, the greatest proportion of which are invested in real estate mortgages on homes and farms, reached the peak sum of $11,000,000 in 1927, according to the recent report issued by W. Ellis Stewart, secretary of the National Negro Insurance Association, from his headquarters in Chicago. He further states in his report that the combined insurance in force by twenty-eight members of the association amounts to only $11,000,000,000, as compared to the $10,000,000,000, business now headed by the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Announcement is also made of the National Negro Insurance Week, to be celebrated throughout the country during March 4 to 11, inclusive, at which time a nation-wide campaign is to be made, to enlist the co-operation of Negroes, and to create favor for the handling of more insurance by Negro companies. Columbia Sociology Class Visits Harlem Newspaper Offices, Urban League, Library and Y. M. C. A., Etc., on itinery About fifty or sixty students of sociology from Columbia university, including white Americans, Europeans, Asiatics and two Negroes, made a tour of parts of Harlem and Washington Heights last Saturday afternoon, visiting various Negro business and social enterprises. The first places visited were: The offices of The Amsterdam News, where William M. Kelley, editor, Thelma E. Berlack, assistant managing editor, and L. Baynard Whitney spoke to the group; the publishing plant of The New York Age, through which Editor Fred R. Moore personally conducted the students, and later received them in his home, where he commented briefly on the influence of the Negro press. At the New York Urban League, Ira deA. Reid, industrial secretary, told how the various social problems affect Harlem Negroes. Mrs. Louise Latimer, librarian, showed and explained the rare collection of Negro art and literature in the Negro Division of the 135th Street Library. From there the group went to The Dark Tower, 108 East 136th street, Abyssinian Baptist Church; the Y. M. C. A., and the Y. W. C. A. The problems of the Sleeping Car Porters were outlined by S. E. Grain and James Allen in one of the club rooms of the Y. W. C. A. At Paul insurance Dunbar Room parting Room Rockling Bison resident manager, conducted the students through the grounds and buildings, and received them in his private apartment. After dinner at the Venetian Tea Room, they repaired to Mother Zion Church, where the choir rendered special selections including several Spirituals. Then the group divided into small parties and visited night club and shows Harlem. The top part was directed by Milton Wright, a Negro student at Columbia and an assistant in the Department of Educational Sociology. ALLEGED BURGLAR TAKEN IN HARLEM PAWNSHOP Charged with burglarizing the home of Oscar Durant, 109 West 117th street, and stealing two suits of clothes valued at $70, Harold LaPlante, 20, 136 Chester street, Providence, R. 1, was held in $2,500 ball for a further hearing when arraigned Saturday before Magistrate. Reund in Harlem Court. LaPlante was arrested by Detective Glenn Guest the West 123rd street station when he attempted to parry the two alleged stolen suits. He admitted stealing the clothing from Durant's home, which he entered by forcing open the hall door, the detectives claim. 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The festivities were presided over by the witty Mrs. Beatrice Bradley Clair, who kept the guests in constant laughter with clever reparses. Toasts from the fraternities were given by the following: Alpha Phi Alpha—Allan R. Freelon; Omega Pal Phi—Julius McCain; grand basleus of his organization; Phi Beta Sigma—J. T. Garth; Kappa Alpha Phi—Magistrate Edward W. Henry; Delta Sigma Theta—Dr. Lesh Griffin. Other toasts were given by Miss Marie Chase; Mrs. Bobble Beatrix Scott of Washington; D. C.; the supreme bastleus of Alpha Kappa Alpha; Mrs. Addie W. Hunton of New York City, an honorary member. A brief history and account of the activities of the sorority here was given by Miss Alberta S. Norwood. she spoke of a $150 yearly scholarship awarded to the African girl making the highest average, through Mrs. Max Yergan, a member of the graduate chapter here, and of theresentation on March 11, 1915, by Mrs. Freelon, supervisor of art in the public schools, and recently honored in the Harmon Award. Vocal solos were rendered by Mies Emma Titus of Mu Chapter and Miss Harriet Savoy. Mrs. Uraula, Curd of the graduate chapter played several dano solos. The guests joined the "sorors" in songs and yells, led by Miss Alma Powell of Psi Chapter. Miss Elsie E. Smith presented a large basket of beetle peas and local lime leaves to the guest and local chapters, and queues from Miss Ruth E. Weatherleas of Washington, D. C., supreme grameatue, Beta Omega, Kansas; Delta Chapter, Lawrence, Kan. Telegrams bearing greetings from all the various chapters were read by Mrs. G. W. Blake. The height of the fun came with stunts performed by the pledges who were seated at a separate table and dressed like children. These "barbarians" who entertained the guests were Madeline E. Moore and Madeline B. Moore. Mieson Bestrille Miller, Elsie Owens Harriet Anderson and Leota Stevens Miss Viole Whitby, hodges, was in charge. The committee in charge of the nairf included: Mrs. Geneva Blake, chairman; Meadames Bossie Brown. chairman; Miss Alberta P. Norwood; Pridd; Miss Alberta S. Norwood; Irene Williams, Mabel Turner, Jessie M. Watkins and Elsie E. Smith. Parks Committed Pending Extradition On Friday, Robert H. Sparks, 39, manager for "Black Herman" Rucker, telling medicine man, with offices at 119 West 136th street, was sent to the City Prison for 80 days, pending the arrival of extradition papers from Philadelphia, Pa., from which city Sparks is accused of being a nukative from justice. 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Thousands of dollars have been spent, the paper said, in the chase. Crowe, arrested in Kansas City, Kan., waived extradition and was started home. "The Tribune" said that the $1,000 reward it had offered and the $600 additional offered by the City of Winnetka would be paid to Sergeants William Roe and Walter Storms of the Chicago detective bureau, who were active in the pursuit. Six Women Arrested On Immoral Charges The following women were arrested on charges of vagrancy Sunday by Patrolmen Hart, Kesvan, Hoffman, Schmitges, Hunter, Reilly and Merkle of the Sixth Division: At 574 St. Nicholas avenue, in Apartment 58, Betty Jacobs, white, 28, 188 East 123d. street, and Fannie Van Cooper, 27, 246 West 138th street, were each accused of acceptance of immoral purposes. Theresa Gardner, of the apartment, was charged with running a disorderly house. Fannie Hollday, 29, 219 West 144th street, was arrested on a charge of allowing her rooms to be used for immoral purposes when the officers took into custody Mary Matteerson, 28, same address, accusing her of immoral purposes from one Frank Jones, 152 West 143d street. Arthur Brennon, 59, 10 West 133d street, was arrested for renting a room for $1 for immoral purposes to one George Branche, 67 West 120th street, who is said to have paid $2 to Mary Taylor, 22, 52 West 102d street, who was arrested as a vagrant. The address Miss Taylor have is believed to be not her correct address. Black and White Pair Rob Apartment Agent Two bandits, one white and one colored, are said to have held up, bound and robbed Samuel Fig, white, 800 East 160th street, about 6:30 p. m. Sunday night, in the hallway of an apartment house for which he is an agent, at 743 Jackson Street. Fig went in the place to see the superintendent and was confronted, he told the police, by the two robbers, who forced him into the rear of the basement at the point of guns. They then bound and gagged him and took from his pockets 675 in cash and $35 in checks and a $100 bill. He hurried before he managed to get the rings from his face and shout for help. real economy and shoe LUXURY at WISE CIRCE A three-cycle at the in hoody being Variety people with insulated luxury calf heels and wristbands. Located for the past thirty years at 308 Lenox Ave. near 125th St., N. Y. C., is now being sold at public auction, regardless of its cost or value. The stock consists of: The finest of Diamonds, Watches, such as Waltham, Elgin, Hamilton and Howard; Silverware; a tremendous stock of 14-18-20 Karat Gold, Platinum and Diamond jewelry. Also luggage, such as Wardrobe Trunks, Suit Cases, Hand Bags, Over Night Cases, etc. A large stock of Men's Clothing, such as up-to-date Suits, Winter Coats, Light Coats; Cameras, Musical Instruments and hundreds of other items too numerous to mention. Don't Miss This Opportunity. Sales Will Continue Daily, From 11 A.M. to 5 P.M., Until Entire Stock Is Sold. A debate, under the auspices of the Youth Movement Committee of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, will be held on Friday evening, March 23, at Mother Zion Church, 145 West 137th street, at 8 o'clock. "Resolved: That the Press Exerts a Corrupting Influence on American Life" is the subject that student members of the University of Chicago, member of the Phi Alpha, Omega Psi Phi, Kappa Alpha Psi and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternities will debate on. THREE MALICIOUS MISCHIEF CHARGE DROPPED The charge of malicious mischief against James Jones, 27, and Walter H. Harvey, 27, both of 470 Lenox avenue, where they kicked over an oil stove over a week ago and set the place on fire, was changed to disorderly conduct Monday when they were arraigned before Magistrate McKintry In, Heights Court. They were found guilty and fined $10 each, which they paid. They were also accused former Cundiff, a tenant on the 7-floor, plunged down the area from the fifth floor to his death. CITY NEWS BRIEFS Born at the 12th street station of the New York central with their takahaw and were given a glove in the hand by the Madrivate in aound in Harlem four Thursday. They were arranged on complaint of Policeman Sullivan, East 12th street station. PAYNE HELD FOR TRIAL. Henry Tayne, 26, 1226 Madrivate avenue, pleaded guilty to a charge of violating the Sullivan law when he appeared in Magistrate found in Harlem Court and was held in $600 bail for trial in Special Sessions. WOMAN HELD AS ORIGINAL AGENT. Mubel King, 28, 2174 Lexington avenue, was arrested in her home Friday by Detectives Christ and Schmucker of the Drug Squad and ever arrested before Margistrate Ronald in Harbor Court, who her in Sam but for trial in Special Sessions or a charge of possessing In "Policy" Net Charged with possessing a number of polity slips Gilbert Brown 231 East 99th street, Spitalfield Sesons when arranged Friday before Magistrate Ronald in Harriet Court. John Lewis, 28, 125 East 97th street, and James Harris, 27, 216 East 100th street, were held in $500 bail each for a further hearing when arraigned Wednesday in Harriet Court in a charge of possessing polity slips. Treated at Hospitals Durham Thompson, 17, 175 West 15th Street. Buses library. Removed from the street. Louis Johnson, 37, 103 West 1430 street. Apartment is 12d Monday of annual causes. He was pronounced dead by Dr. Wilkinson, who had been summoned from the hospital. Lawrence Anglin, 5, 151 West 1234 street of P. S. Shr. was held in both age and length. Bainnain police dog was in Edward Sylvester, 67 West 1434 street, where Anglin and some other boys were running through the hall. William Woodley, 37, 159 Edgecombe avenue, was litten by a dog on the oft leg Monday at 101 West 140th street. George Fathingham, 7, 225 West 1616 street was hit Thursday by a battle that fell from a window while he was playing in the courtyard. He was taken to Harlem Hospital by Paroleman Seamlebury of the West 135th street station and treated by Dr. Salerno. John Hales, 55, 67 West 131th street; kidney trouble; Thursday. Treated by Ammu Feldman, 25, 64 East 31st street, sustained a contusion of both arms when they were caught in the door of a subway train as she aligned with the train on the avenue, Thursday. She was removed to Harlem Hospital by Patrochan Booker of the West 153th street station and treated by Dr. Lynch. December 7, 2019 Heath avenue, Kingdhorn street was picked up at 145th street and Bradhurst avenue, Thursday night in an intoxicated condition. He was removed to Harlem Hospital, where Dr. Wilkinson found the man suffering from alcoholism and pleurisy. West 133rd street, was treated for pneumonia at his home Thursday by Dr. Lynch. Henry Sparman, 52, 52 West 132rd street, died at 3 a.m. Thursday at his home, after a period of illness. Dr. Lynch and his body was released to his family by Medical Examiner Perrine. COLUMBUS Joseph Wrightingham, 55, 212 West 145th street, was treated at his home for heart failure Thursday by Dr. Canton. BELLEYTE. Eva Pearson, 206 West 135th street. Restaurants OLGA New York City 695 Lenox Ave., Cor. 145th Street SELECT FAMILY AND TOURIST HOTEL Running Hot and Cold Water in Each Room. All Rooms Outside Exposure at Door. Rates Reasonable. p. - Tel. Audubon 3796 Service—Subway and Surface Cars at Door. ED. H. 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MOTHER ABANDONS CHILD When Glen Donnis left her eight month-old baby boy, Paul Donnis, with her grandmother, Jane Mahoney, at 2:59 Seventh Avenue, and her mother, another provide for its support, the grandmother sent for the police and the child was sent to the foundling ward at Bellevue Hospital Thursdays at Chelsea Garvey Park in 1958 street station is searching for the mother. NUMBER CASE DISMISSED: Mary Jones, 29, S.J. Lenox avenue was arrested by Parolman Robots of the 15th Division and arraigned by the police for holding a knifewoman ball for a further hearing before Magistrate Simpson on Friday. The case was dismissed for "ack of corroboration." ORDERED BACK TO PHILLY. Upon his promise to return to his home in Philadelphia, William Peace, 52, 4337 Terrace place, Philadelphia, was given a suspended sentence of two years in Philadelphia Court Thursday. Peace was convicted of a charge of disorderly conduct made by his wife, Mary, who lives at 135 West 123rd street. She lives at 135 West 123rd street in Philadelphia, broke into her home, assaulted one of her lodgers and threatened her with violence. HELD ON GIRL'S CHARGE Charged with impairing the morals of a 13-year-old girl. John Gill, 32, carpenter, 65 West 135th street, was held in $1,000 ball for a trial in Special Sessions when arrested Tuesday before Magistrate Renault in Harlem Court. GIVEN 10 DAYS. John Stanley, 24, 59 East 123rd street, charged with striking William Jackson, 58 East 123rd street, during a plaintive meal, was sentenced to the workhouse for 10 days by Magistrate Ronald in Harlem Court Wednesday. Frank Ford, 19, painter. 10 East 118th street. was sentenced to the workhouse for two days by Magistrate Renand in Harlem Court for slashing Elizabeth James. 35, same address, on the left check with a penkilie. THAT N. Y. CENTRAL HACK STAND. Joseph possale, 30, 295 West 14th street, Vernal Newbury, 34, 75 Enst 127th street, pleaded guilty to charges of overcrowding the Player Organs For Homes, Clubs and Churches $150.00 UP — PAYMENTS Also Real Bargains in Pianos and Player Pianos Nice Mahogany Pianos, $60 We Also Do Repairing and Buy Pianos Frank L. Yetts 239 West 145th St. ```markdown ``` HARLEY NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Virginia Market Thriving Enterprise One of the Best Conducted Places on Seventh Avenue BY CLEVELAND G. ALLEN. An one passer a nice looking store front at 2270 Seventh avenue the attention is arrested by the name on the window of the Virginia Market. At first glance it might be thought that the place is a white business establishment like so many others in Harlem, but it is not. It is the word "Virginia" that makes one look at the store the second time, and upon inquiry you find to your delight and pleasure that the "Virginia Market" is a Negro enterprise conducted by three well known men in partnership. The "Virginia Market" is the only enterprise of its kind along Seventh avenue and is one of the best equipped and efficiently conducted establishments in the dark metropolis. The market deals in vegetables, groceries and meats, and makes a specialty of Virginia products such as corn meals, country-cured hams and sausages. Inquiry was made as to what extent Harlem Negroes are supporting the enterprise and the writer was informed that 93 per cent of the customers are Negroes. This figure, therefore, does not bear the contention that Negroes do not support their own business houses. The establishment is near two of the largest churches in Harlem, whose members have been advised to support the enterprise and aid in the furtherance or promotion of movements that will improve the economic status of the race. DIAZ HEADS HEALTH COMMITTEE OF COUNCIL John A. Diaz, hygiene author and lecturer, was unanimously elected chairman of the Health and Sanitation Committee of the North Harlem Community Council at the council's regular weekly meeting last Tuesday a. Public School S9, corner Lenox avenue and 135th street. The North Harlem Community Council is a duly chartered member of the City Parliament of Community Councils of the City of New York, which sends representatives to all meetings of the Board of Estimate and Apportionment, the State Transit and Public Service Commission, the Board of Transportation and have established a lobby at Albany for the benefit of the people. William Battle, former chairman of the Council, nominated Mr. Diaz for the office. was removed to the observation ward, Thursday. Lucille Daker, 20, 488 St. Nicholas avenue, was removed to the hospital Sunday by Dr. Viman at the instance of Patrolman Smith of the West 135th street station. She was suffering with gland trouble. Struck by Motor Cars John Jennings, 42, 88 Eglicecombe avenue, was struck Monday by a taxiic driven by Frank Pivale, 772 St. Nicholas avenue. Although it is believed Jennings was injured, he refused to leave. Ben Feldman, 33, white, 1975 Walton avenue, was struck Thursday by a rim from the wheel of an unknown taxiic as he was walking on Lenox avenue near 138th street. He sustained a severation of the right leg and was taken to the hospital. The rim was lowered from the taxiic when the blew out, but the cab did not stop. Nathaniel Simmons, 7, 316 West 134th street, of P. S. 119, was struck and knocked down by an automobile as he entered Eighth avenue at 134th street. Thursday he suffered no upfront injury, however. Iowa Parrins, 22, 308 West 129th street, suffered contusions of the left side of the body Thursday when he was struck and knocked down by a taxiic driven by Ralph Cohen, white, 1308 St. Nicholas avenue. He moved to Harlem Hospital and treated by Dr. Fugasal. Sick Men and Women Don't wait until your condition becomes chronic. If you suffer, call at once for a complete examination, and if your sickness is curable I will give you immediate relief. No matter how long you are sick or what treatment you have taken, if you are not satisfied with the results come to me and you will be convinced of my ability as a Specialist. For the past 23 years I have been treating thousands of sick men and women with success, and I can help you. I charge less for treatments than many other Specialists. I use the best Medical and Electrical treatments. Phleom- oscopic X-Ray examination; also the Intravenous Injection (166) for the treatment of impure blood. I treat: Lost power, weak nerves, pain in the stomach or ankle, skin diseases, impure blood, itch, pimples, eczema, bladder trouble, sore throat, kidney trouble and other curable dis- auses. Don't delay. Advice free. No charge for medicine. SINGER PETER H. Herbert E. Parker — A contract was recently signed by Herbert E. Parker, native of Ocala, Fla., to appear at the Alacar in Madrid. Mr. Parker went to Europe several years ago with the Will Marion Cook Jubilee Quartet. He has completed a number of phonograph records in Negro dialect for the archives of the University of Paris. To appear in "Alda" as Amorosa is his great ambition. He has studied in Milan with Maeuro tristan, and is now studying with the Marquis de Trobadillo in Madrid. Mr. Parker, who has appeared in the剧院 of London, Paris and other noted cities, plans to return to America when his contract in Spain expires. M. B. Who is to be heard in a recital at Grace Congregational Church, Sunday afternoon, March 11. YOUNG PEOPLE'S LYCEUM POSTPONED Owing to the death and funeral of the pastor, the Rev. H. K. Spearman, the regular monthly meeting of the Young People's Lyceum of Bethal A. M. E. Church was not hold last Saturday will meet next Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock, when Atry. Arthur A. Madison will be the principal speaker on a subject previously announced. Miss Catherine Nickerson will have charge of the program. WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY BEING OFFERED TO THE READERS OF THIS NEWSPAPER BY ONE OF THE FINEST EQUIPPED MEDICAL OFFICES IN THE CITY. We urge every reader of this newspaper to avail themselves of the most wonderful opportunity now being offered to the readers by Dr. J. P. Doyle, a high-class medical practitioner for over 27 years. Instead of making the usual charge for examination and treatment, every one who will avail themselves of this offer will receive a thore examination, including the all-seeing Fluoroscope X-Ray, blood test, urine analysis, careful heart and lung examination, for the small use of only $2.00. Instead of the usual fee of $6.00, and when treatment is recommended they will be given for half the usual fee. stoma-h sufferers as well as those who suffer from rheumatism, kidney eye, ear and nose troubles, and diseases peculiar to men and women, should avail themselves of this special offer, which is made for a limited time only. OFFICE HOURS: Daily, 10 A. M. to 8 P. M. Sundays and Fridays, 10 to 1 Dr. D. P. Doyle's PEOPLES MEDICAL INSTITUTE 129 E. 17th St. Bet. 3rd Ave. and Union Exp. WHY BUY expensive customes when you can rent them very reasonably from us. Invalida' Wheel Chairs Also for Rent F. L. MOBLE CO., Inc. 216 7th Ave. Ct. 127th St. Moon You all know Willie Jackson and you all know that you'll be missing plenty if you don't hear his latest Columbia Record. The titles of the selections are "Kansas City Blues" and "T.B. Blues" be sure to hear them, for they are good. Ask Your Dealer for Latest Race Record Catalog Lieut. Simpson's Band Delights School Audience An audience of 700 filled the auditorium of P. S. 156, 135th street and St. Nicholas avenue, Sunday afternoon, to hear the first of a series of monthly band concerts by Leont. Fred W. Simpson's Monarch Band. The object of these concerts, which are free, was said by the lieutenant to be to stimulate community interest in a community band. Accordingly, those present who desired to subscribe any sum towards supplementing the city appropriation for park music during the summer so that Monarch Band might play in the newly built band stand in St. Nicholas park were asked to write their names on the back of the programs and hand them to the ushers. Bartone solos were sung by Carroll Clark, with Miss Lydia Mason at the plano. During the afternoon a medal was presented to Benjamin Covington, first vice-president of the band, by Leont. Simpson in appreciation of Mr. Covington's service to the organization. Alderman Fred R. Moore made an address. Lloyd A. Gray, a band member, acted as master of ceremonies. Other concerts were an evening at Sunday, beginning promptly at 3 P. M., March 25 April 29 and May 27. Dean Lucy Slowe Addresses Intercollegians "Negro college men and women, especially the younger generation, have shown to date very little interest in matters pertaining to the race and to public affairs," says Dean Lucy Slowe, of Howard University, in an address to the Intercollegiate Association. Sunday afternoon, at the Urban League, at a special meeting. She further declares that Negroes do not hold their franchise sacred enough and, as a consequence, are receiving very little recognition for it. She also played the "bootleg" voter who, on occasions in the past, has sold his franchise right for as little as a dollar. She declared the practice abominable and, in a great measure, responsible for the disrespect for voting power in which the Negro is held. Brooklyn Slayer to Die in Electric Chair Death in the electric chair was the sentence imposed by County Judge Nova in Brooklyn upon Ronald Osman, 24, 252 West 133d street, who was convicted of killing Daniel Kassoubras, white, a restaurant keeper at 118 Myrtle avenue, Brooklyn, on the night of August 7, East. Osman is said to have fallen asleep in the restaurant and that when the proprietor awakened him he is alleged to have drawn a gun and fired, killing Kassoubras on the spot. Osman will die in Sing Sing Prison the week of April 2. "Kansas City by WILLIE You all know Will all know that you' if you don't hear Record. The titles "Kansas City Blues be sure to hear them Record No. 14 Kansas City Blues T. B. Blues Ask Your Dealer for Lo Columbia Phonograph Company Columbia PR REG. U. Viva-tional Recording= The Records without Scratch NATIONAL NEWS BRIEFS Mrs. Terrell's Name to Be Placed on Tablet WASHINGTON, 11. C., Feb. 27.— the name of Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, widow of Judge Robert J. Terrell, will appear in a list of 104 names of women on a bronze tablet to be placed in the museum (the name of the museum of Susan B. An- thony, pioneer autograpist, by the Susan B. Anthony Foundation. The bronze plate containing this list of names was unveiled at a celebration last Wednesday night in the First Congregational Church in memory of the 10th anniversary of the birth of Miss Anthony. Catholics to Aid Ambitious Workers A national movement to better the conditions of working Negroes has been organized by the Cardinal Gibbons Institute. It was learned a week on Monday that the meeting of the institute held recently in Washington. The formation of a special advisory committee of prominent Catholic laymen to assist in the movement was approved at the meeting. It will be the object of the unified organization, opening in all of the primaries of the country, in order for the support and the extension of the educational work of Negroes, irrespective of their religious affiliations. Senator King Hits at Bormo WASHINGTON, Feb. 27.—An investigation by the Senate Foreign Widow, 107 Years Old, Visits Daughter in N. J. MORRISTOWN, N. J., Feb. 27.—Few who celebrated Washington's Birthday anniversary were as fortunate as Mrs. Fannie A. Bright, 107 years old, widow of Jonas H. Bright Mrs. Bright, who lives in Brightsville, S. C., came here recently to visit her daughter, Mrs. Martha J. Shaw, 52 Phoenix avenue. The white residents of South Carolina concede that Mrs. Bright is the oldest living ex-slave in that section. She was born in Richmond, Va., and sold into Carolina in her early youth. Her one and only marriage resulted in a family of eleven children, the youngest son of which is Thomas, with whom she makes her home. Mrs. Bright's hearing is impaired, but her eyesight is remarkable—she has never worn glasses. Her mind is active and her memory borders on the marvellous. A culinary cook book is never used by Mrs. Bright, and yet her culinary art is not neglected. The travelling companion of Mrs. Bright was one of her daughters, Mrs. Willis A. McCall. City Blues" WILLIE JACKSON Willie Jackson and you you'll be missing plenty hear his latest Columbia titles of the selections are Blues" and "T.B. Blues"— them, for they are good. 14284-D, 10-Inch, 750 Blues Vocals—Willie Jackson For Latest Race Record Catalog Company, 1819 Broadway, New York City "NEW PROCESS" G. U.S. PAT OFF. Columbia Made the New Way Electrically --- Charged with disorderly conduct and held in $200 ball, Peter Amoungan, 322 Lenox avenue, was dismissed by Magistrate Stern in Harlem Court Friday, where he had been arruged on complaint of Patrolman Burns of the West 123d street station. actions Committee of American occupation of Haiti was proposed by Senator Schumer, and resolution he introduced, the committee would be directed to investigate allegations charging "suzure" of Haiti by the United States with violation of constitution, "pretended" election of President Borno, and to report recommendations for the withdrawal of American forces and to permit the Haitian people to set up a government of their own Through his attorney, Edward Watts, 200 West 135th street, Amougian said that he was arrested when told to move from in front of his door a bathtub which had been placed there by pumners in the building. He told the policeman that he was not responsible for it aid, he stated, the patrolman became abusive and struck him. His resolution comes as an echo of the clash between the president last year when the Senator attempted to visit the country and was denied entry. Atty. Ruth Whitehead Whaley addressed an audience on Sunday at the Trinity Baptist Church in Williamsburg. Her subject was: "The Negro in Politics." WASHINGTON, D. C., Feb. 27.—The district appropriation bill, carrying a total of over three-quarters of a million dollars for buildings and grounds for Negro schools of the District of Columbia, is under consideration in the House. The bill was reported from the appropriative committee by Representative Robert G. Simmons, Republican, of Nebraska, last Friday. The House immediately began its consideration. Dr.D.Bloom DENTIST New York Office: 59th St. cor. Lexington Ave. 34th St. cor. 3rd Ave. 125th St. cor. Park Ave. Downtown Office: P. P. 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There is nothing unusual in this, except to point out the fact that the Alphas seemingly have not yet learned how to bribe the scorekeeper. Corn Curera Called IN a hallway of the imperial Lodge, 160 West 129th street, there hangs a sign reading as follows: "By order of President R. R. Stevens, the Marching Club will convene on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month."—This will be good news for the "bunion" doctors. Twin Storks PROFESSOR Cyril A. Lucas, who generally bunks in the law firm of Watts, Flagg and Grigg, 200 West 135th street, has authorized us to say that he remains broke all the time.—So do we, professor; the storks that brought us here must have been twins. "Monkeyfied" Town BERNET. Eng.—Residents living here have been forced to buy guns to kill the monkeys that escape from a local menagerie and invade neighboring houses. Thus we visualize the start of a monkey business. Suspiciously So CHARLES T. Magill, who needs no introduction, was the toastmaster at a political banquet given recently in Brooklyn. There were only two highlights to the affair; the political speeches and, of course, the dinner. Magill is reported to have been interested only in the latter—If that doesn't sound like him, then it must have been his shadow. Costly Toga ATTORNEY Louis A. Lavelle has just discarded a pair of shoes for which he claims to have paid $17, and to have worn for seventeen months. He has now replaced them with a pair for $25, out of which he expects to get twenty-five months' wear.—By the same token, the attorney's hat apparent- "Un TO BEC A NEIG Price Per Unit $27 To Yield 7.7% Cumulative. Also Shares in Larger Earnings. C. D. Coker & 15 William St., Kindly furnish capital stock of ESTABLISHED 15 years ago with very small capital, has now grown to such large proportions it is deemed advisable to increase its capital to provide funds for expanding business. Earnings for past few years more than ample to meet dividend requirements on new capital to be issued. Company in sound financial condition and prospect for large future earnings exceedingly bright. Attractive stockholders' merchandise rights --- 1 Share 1st Preferred 7% Cumulative Par $20.00 1 Share 2nd Participating Preferred Cumulative up to 70c participating with common in further dividends. ly must have cost him $50, and his suit $1,000. True Indeed MISS Reatrice White, 219 Edgecombe avenue, has written to this column stating that "Kute Komment" is very good, and that she is enjoying it.—Thank you. Miss White, we always did say that you could tell the truth when in a good humor. Women Workers' Union Hear Speakers at Meeting The program of the Union of Colored Women Workers was outlined at a mass meeting Thursday night at Metropolitan Baptist Church, 128th street and Seventh avenue, where the following speakers appeared: S. E. Grain of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters; Frank Poree, educational director of the Community Progressive Painters' Union; Victor C. Gaspar, secretary of the Painters' Union; G. French, Rev. Ethelred Brown, chairman of the Painters' Union; Rev. P. E. Baton, president of the Painters' Union; Rev. E. C. Clarke, manager of the Unity Protective Insurance Co.; Fanny R. Austin, president of the Colored Women's Union. All those speakers insisted on the importance and the strict necessity of unionism, the necessity of a living wage, decent working hours, and all protection afforded by unionism. The general headquarters of the union are located at 2525 Seventh avenue. ROBERT W. BAGNALL'S FATHER DIES AT 68 The Rev. Robert W. Bagnall, father of the director of branches of the N. A. A. C. P. and retired clergyman of the Episcopal Church, died at Toledo, O., February 20, after a prolonged illness, at the age of 68. Father Bagnall spent many years in educational work, being for some time warden and resident professor at Bishop Payne Divinity School. He afterwards successfully pastored parishes in Spartanburg, S. C., and Toledo, O. He leaves a widow, six children and six grandchildren. The bishop of the diocese, assisted by two priests, officiated at his funeral and the entire clericus of the city, in vestments, were in the procession, and all the Negro clergy of Toledo attended in a body. AWARDED GOLD CROWN AT COLUMBIA UNIV. Charles Alston, a junior at Columbia University, was awarded last week a gold crown from the Students' Activity Committee. For three years he has been a member of the art staff of Jester, a student publication, and at present he is the only Negro on the staff. Mr. Alston, who lives at 1945 Seventh avenue, was art editor of Magpie, a monthly, and The Clintonan, the year book of the DeWitt Clinton High School during his preparatory school days. 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"Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen" was played both as a specialty number and as a violin solo by the Wizard of the Three B's, the Bow, the Bar and the Baton, himself. "Down South" by Myddleton and "Florida Spiritual" by Foulds were among the pieces selected by the Butat Gardeners for their Monday broadcast from WJZ. Dhan Mickerjil, son of Mother India, answered yesterday, through WEAF, the charges made in Katherine Mayo's book "Mother India," which has been a storm center ever since it was published six months ago. "Such a Lil' Fellow," a Negro song by Dichmont, was included in the Stromberg-Carlson hour from WJZ. Taylor Gordon and J. Rosamund Johnson, singing Negro Spirituals, comprised the Barbizon Recital Hour from WOR. Torrid Tots' Tunes Tantalize—The Tots offered many dance numbers and specialty arrangements, including "In Darkest Africa," "Red Hot," "There Ain't No Sweet Man," "Mealy Blues," "When Rastus Plays His Old Kazod," etc. This Week-End Dr. Alonzo deG. Smith, a physician well known in Harlem, will broadcast from Station WGL today at 3:45 p. m. His talk will be on "The Health of the Child Under Six," and is being arranged under the auspices of the Health Education Service, New York Tuberculosis and. Health Association. Dr. Smith is assistant attending physician at the Children's De NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29. 1928 partment, Vanderbilt Clinic, and assistant in the Department of Diseases of Children, Columbia University. For a number of years he was chairman of the Harlem Tuberculosis and Health Committees, a local branch of the New York Tuberculosis and Health Association. F. A. (Tiny Red) Walker presents his Colonial Four Over Station WNYC today at 10 o'clock in a half hour's entertainment of Negro Spirituals. These four young men, F. A. Walker, first tenor; W. F. Dickson, second tenor; J. A. Ladeon, baritone, and A. S. 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Ellkott was hostess to a box party at the twelfth reunion of St. Jude's Episcopal Church given at the Renaissance Casino last Thursday evening. Among the guests present were: Miss Louise Howard, Mrs. Mas Allen, Mrs. Mary Warborough, Red Bank; G. Catherine, J. McLaughlin and several members of the Amarad Social Club. Misses Phoebe Roe, Katherine Simmington and Dalay Brooks were among the young ladies who whirled about the spacious ballroom of the Park Central Hotel last Friday evening. The occasion was the formal sophomore prom of New York University. Miss Roe is a student at Westbury High School; Miss Simlmington is a junior at New York Training School for Teachers; Miss Brooks, a student in oral hygiene, is also an assistant to Dr. Eugene Williams. They were escorted by Charles White, Joseph Slocem and Percy Lilly, all three of whom are students at New York University. Mrs. Mabella L. Wernham, 646 Lenox avenue, is convalescing at the hospital for Joint Diseases, 1919 Madison avenue. For the week-end, Miss Yolande DuBols was at home with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. W. E. B. DuBols, 228 West 150th street. A Washington's Birthday anniversary party was given last Wednesday night by Mrs. Ice Hill at her apartment, 137 West 145th street, apartment 45. Dancing and whist were the entertainment features. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Townsend, Josiah Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Williams, A. L. Dennis, George Lee, Leroy Smith, Joseph Desliva, Miss Octavia Smith, Mr. Doker, Miss Hughes, Mr. Boyd, Mr. Beard, Miss Ella Irwin, Miss Wilette ta Beard, Edward Pedley, Mr. Pate, Mrs. Mabel Perice, Miss Alice Smith, Miss Norma Stewart, Jack Hoggarty, Mr. Henderson and Miss Cornwell. The following persons gathered at the pier of the S. S. Olympic, last Thursday evening, with Max Yergan and family just before they sailed to Africa; Father H. C. Blaah op, Mrs. Alice Conley, Mrs. Goldie Graves, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Hubert, Egbert H. Hayes, Herbert T. Mullen, Henry C. Parker Jr., Mr. and Mrs. E. Russell, Mr. and Mrs. T. Stearns, Thomas M. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Channing H. Tobias, Misses Mary and Belle Tobias, Mr. and Mrs. H. Wortham, Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Yergan and Miss Louise Yergan. Mrs. Lillian Glover, 672 St. Nicholas avenue, was ill in bed several days last week. Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. Scott now live in their apartment in the Dunbar Garden group. Their number is 2816 Eighth avenue. Ountze, Cullen read some of his poems to the students at Talladega College, Ala. Monday, night. He has already returned to the city. Mrs. Myre G. Sima, 137 West 141st street, gave a breakfast party on Sunday for her son, Herbert. Other guests present were: Misses Edna Dudley, Marguerite Dudley, Gwen John Brown, Violet Henderson, Ernest Jackson, Leon Coward and Cecil Van Romondt. Mrs. Nanette Brown, 80 West 183th street, who was ill for a few weeks, is now convulsing at the home of her mother in Asbury Park, N.J. Willis Williams, Jr., 149 West 142d street, entertained a few of his friends on Sunday evening. He was assisted by his parents and his sister, Mrs. Rosa Lee Simmons. Those present were; Father Shelton Hale Bishop; Miss Edward Thorpe, Miss Dorothy Hendrickson, Miss Ethel and Dorothy Brown, Merrill Dames, Thecolore Hernandez, Edward Perry, Miss Ruby Bally, Miss M. Forgett, Miss Laurie Sands, Mr. Patterson and Mr. Jordan. Miss Lenora Clark, 117 West, 138th street, spent Sunday in Scarsdale as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hubert. Some of those seen at the Hobby Horse, 206 West 136th street, on Saturday evening were: Miss Evelyn Ellis, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Brown, Miss Augusta Savage, Miss Louise Adair, Herman Seaton, Leigh Whipper, Richard Bruce, Miss Johnson, Roger Chaney, Emby Ronner, Caska Bond, Curtis Brown, Harry Robeson and U. S. Poston. Miss Mayme L. Gary now lives at 1947 Seventh avenue, care of Uphure. Mrs. Hattle Ballard, 32 West 131st street, left the city last Thursday night for Ocahn, Fla., where her mother, Mrs. Cusminski, is confined to bed. Miss Alice Templekins, 442 St. Nicholas avenue, who was confined to bed for six weeks, was able to re SOCIETY ANIZATION'S PLAN ANNOUNCES ORGANIZATION'S PLAN THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK. Mrs. Inez Thorne Dunker A drive for $15,000 with which to provide a camp for the poor children of Harlem is now under way by the Harlem Children's Fresh Air Fund, 135 West 135th street, the president, Mrs. Inez Thorpe Dunker, announced last week at a luncheon-conference at 658 St. Nicholas avenue. h to provide a camp for the poor w or way by the Hurlem Children's street, the president, Mrs. Inez week at a luncheon-conference at George W. Harris, editor of the New thomas, Hall Johnson, Mme. Marie mrs. Ella Emanuel, Mrs. Catherine mrs. Miss Naoml Phillips, Mrs. Alico Bleatrice Weeks, Mrs. Loah Swant- d M. Crawford. for the drive will be a dinner-dance on bridge With Mrs. Myers Among those present were: George W. Harris, editor of the New York News; Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Thomas, Hall Johnson, Mme. Marie B. Houston, John E. Skinner, Mrs. Ella Emanuel, Mrs. Catherine Williams, Mr. and Mrs. S. Snelson, Miss Naomi Phillips, Mrs. Alico Brown, Mrs. Delila A. Phelpe, Mrs. Beatrice Weeks, Mrs. Loah Swanton, Mrs. Veda Bland and Guildford M. Crawford. One of the things to be given for the drive will be a dinner-dance at Bamboo Inn in April. Mrs. Sarah Lockette, Mrs. Etta Hansborough, Mrs. Roberta Crumpler, Mrs. William Holland, Mrs. Ollie Johnson, Mrs. Sadie Grant, Mrs. Winfried Aaray, Miss Alice Taylor, Mrs. Elizabeth Younger, Miss Rose Taylor, Mrs. Mattie Bowe, Mrs. Estelle Johnstone, Miss Lauren Smith. Also Mrs. Marie Payton, Mrs. Florence Norman, Miss Ruth Simmons, Mrs. Doris White, Mrs. Philus Joyce, Mrs. Fred William. "Nappy" and his trio from Lew Leslie's show entertained the guests while the tasty collation was being served by the hostess. At night the following gentlemen came to the party: Marvin Leonard, Robert Frazier, Johnnie Hansborough, F. S. Grant, Robert Lockette and John Deveaux. evening the following guests: Mrs. Mamie Henri, Miss Leah Kate Walker, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Searcy, Mrs. Mattie L. Brooklyn, Miss Mayme Wright, Mrs. Carpilyn Morgan, Mme. Estelle, Dr. Ida Love of Philadelphia, Mr. and Mrs. Edw. Smith, Mme. Lula Robinson-Jones, Mrs. Elinor Johns, Mrs. Mattle Hunter, Mr. T. Jackson and Mr. G. Gibson. Those who attended the reception and dinner last Thursday night in honor of Max Yørgan at the Y, M. C. A. were: Anderson, Harvey W.; Anderson, Dr. and Mrs. P. F.; Aaron, Miss Elosse; Allen, Cleveland G.; Allen, George W.; Austin, William H.; Golden, the Rev. Richard M.; Bishop, Dr. M. 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Those present were: Mrs. Julia Fitzgerald, winner of the first prize, a cake topper; Mrs. Ira L. Aldridge, winner of second prize, a half dozen sherry and a half dozen water glasses; Mrs. Estelle winner of third prize, three beautiful hand-made dress hangers; Mrs. Etta Warren, winner of fourth soap; Mrs. Katharine Mars, winner of fifth prize, a pretty apron. Also Mrs. Mamie L. Frazier of Mt. Vermon, Mrs. Adelade, Leonard sume her studies at Teachers' Training School on Monday. Miss Elizabeth C. Carter, president of the Northeastern Federation of Women's Clubs, New Bedford, Mass., spent the week-end here at the Clio Welfare and Community Center, Inc., 205 West 128th street, as the house guest of Dr. Adena C. B. Minott. Miss Carter, for twenty-seven years, has been a teacher at the William H. Taylor School at her home. Mrs. Laura E. Wiley, 100 West 141st street, is improving after a three-weeks' illness. 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Each customer served in accordance with their individual needs. ```markdown ``` NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 WEDDINGS AT HOME AGAIN Mrs. Lucille Edie After an eight weeks' visit with relatives in the West Indies. Mrs. Lucille Edle returned to the city Monday. Miss Sawyer Entertains "Throw the clock away," "I had to throw down a six ntrump double hand and I would have made it." "Two more minutes to go"—these are some of the things heard Saturday night when Miss Bertha M. Sawyer, 174 West 136th street, was hostess to Les Chercheuses Bridge Club. Time allowed for the games was four twenty-minute periods. The prizes were won by the following ladies: Mrs. Edith Milburn, first guest, pea green and salmon pink tuffa pillow; Mrs. Cornelia Reid, second guest, boudour lamp; Miss Etta Cannon, third guest, two hangers covered James H.; Harrison, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Also Heil, Miss Sammite; Hungerford, E. A.; imes, the Rev. Wm. Lloyd; Jones, Lutu Robinson; Johnson, Edward A.; Johnson, Edward S.; Price, Dr. Oma H.; Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. James Weldon; Joseph James S.; Julien, Mr. and Mrs. Leo; Jackson, William C.; Kenton, Mrs. Mabel Doyle; Kilne, Emanuel; Long John; Lindsay, Miss Andrades; MacLean, Charles F.; MacDonald, Mrs. Ernst; McCarrall, E. J. Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H.; Miller, Herbert T.; Mills, Mrs. Mary; Milburn, Mrs. Eldh; Morris, Mrs. C. B.; Nail, Mr. and Mrs. John E.; Nunez, Mrs. Hallie; Otley, Vuere; Otley, Jerome; Ovington, Miss Mary W.; Parker, Henry C.; Pickens, Mrs. William; Parker, Henry C. Jr.; Patterson, Julius M.; Rawlins, Dr. and Mrs. E. Elliott. Rollock, Mrs. Laura Jean; Ro- chon, Miss Athen; Randolph, Mrs. Richetta G.; Royster, Mrs. C.; Ran- dal, Miss G.; Slack, Mr. and Mrs. Frank V.; Steele, Javan A.; Smith Mrs. Addeh Thons; Stevens, Mrs. Jta B.; Sceehlzot, Miss Anne; To- bias, Dr. and Mrs. Channing H.; Tinker, Mr. and Mrs. Wellington H.; Thompson, Noah D.; Thorpe, Miss End F.; Tatam, P. O.; Thomas, Julius A.; Tilgham, Ellas; Tobias, Miss Belle; Tobias, Miss Mary. Taylor, Thomas E.; Wortham; Mr. and Mrs. William H.; Wortham, Henry H.; Walker, Mr. and Mrs. John W.; Wilson, Miss I.; Willis EARN $50 to $100 Through PROF. ROHRER'S Hair Dressing and Beauty School 119 WEST 42d STREET Beauty Preparations on Sale This busy lady, who conducts her own fancy pressing and pleating shop at 163 West 145th street, is the wife of Leopold Edle. Les Chercheuses Club with transparent velvet; Mrs. Louise Jackson-Johnson, first club, peach taffeta pillow; Mrs. Gretchen Thoraton, second club, boudor lamp; Mrs. Ruth Handy, third club, two covered hangers. All of the beautiful prizes were made by the hostess. Others present were: Mesdames Sadio Holley, Evelyn Moore, Irma Allen, Henrietta Williams, Rachel McClendon, Violet Bacon, Naomi Ward, Corinne Thomas White, Sybil Bryant Poston, H. Peyton Dillard, Emma Payne Howard, Cornelia Reid, Misses Maude Turner, Gladys Brown, Easher Abrans, Dora Alston, Juanita Howard. Mrs. Florence; Ward, Miss Dorotha; Yergan, Mr. and Mrs. Max; ergan, Mr. and Mrs. Marcus; Zuckerm, Mrs. Jessie; Curtis, Mrs. Helen; Mcill, Mrs. Mary; Nall, John B.; Pope, Miss Bessle. A group of men gave a stag last Thursday night in honor of Clifford Alexander, who was married to Miss Edith McAllister last Saturday afternoon. Bouchet Day was master of ceremonies. The affair was sponsored by Allen C. Stoute. Among those present were, Dr. Oma H. Price, Attorney Ralph C. Warrick, Teddy Daniels, George Rivera, Edward Levy, Chris Houghtwound, Kenneth Junction, John Johnson, Sumpton Caldwell, James Ward. Edward Hill Crawford Corbin, Charles Moore and Archie Morgan. A birthday party was given at Bamboo Inn last Saturday night in honor of Arthur Jones. In the party were: Mrs. Mary Sealo, Miss D. Owens, Walter Gary, Miss Solita Ryrd, Mrs. Elizabeth Hall, Otis C. Butler, Miss Lillian Gary, H. C. Sampson, DeWitt Waters, Clarence DePurdue, Celvin Gary, Harry Ross and Mrs. Dorn Rhodes. Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Strother, West 139th street, had as their week-end guest Miss Lee of Jersey City. Mrs. Edwin Small, her mother, Mrs. White, and her son, Edwin Jr., are spending three weeks in Charleston, S. C. In a party which motored to the Rosalina Estates last Sunday for the purpose of viewing the property, were: Dr. and Mrs. A. N. Grant, Beresford Gale, Dr. C. V. Hinkson and Mrs. E. Branner. Miss Sophronia Myles, West 1838th street, is spending some time in Rochester and Syracuse, N. Y. Mrs. Bessie Cook Crudup of Newark visited friends here on Sunday. Her husband came to the city later in the day. In honor of Phil Edwards, N.Y.U. athlete, a dinner was given Saturday evening at Bamboo Inn. Miss Lucille Edwards, Teto Munoz, Hugo R. Heydorn, Millicent Bowen, Miss Iona Edwards, Trent H. Wilkle, E. B. King Edwards, Charles H. Bowen, Negro Mrs. Rita Munoz, Miss Fena Munoz were in the party. Mrs. R. Thomas Severy, 100 West 1441th street, gave a tea last Sunday afternoon in honor of her cousin, Miss Ruth L. Gooding, of Warsaw, N. C. Those present were: Mrs. Elise T. Brown, Miss Natalie Caldwell, Mrs. Iona Rudder, Miss Cleota Dell Falcon, Mrs. Mary V. McDonald, Mrs. Lilah Jeter Harris, Mrs. Mary Wilson, Mrs. Ida Cox, Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Laucaw, Joseph Butler, Mrs. . . . RESIDENT OF AUXILIA THE CHILDREN Mrs. Joseph A. Tanner Harlem has had its share of afternoon teas for 1928. And yet when each tea is "so different" from the one you last attended, you don't really mind going to another one. The latest tea of importance was that given by the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Riverdale Orphanage at the Board of Trade and Commerce, 2370 Seventh avenue, last Sunday, from 3 to 6 o'clock. The following persons gave musical numbers on the program: Raymond Claymes, baritone, accompanied by Miss M. Jones; Mrs. Esther Hayes, soprano soloist of Abyssinian Baptist Church; Andrew Watson, accompanied by Mrs. Watson; Miss Elsie Maynard. Henry A. Ethic, companyed by M. Steele, Mrs. Ethic, panned by Miss Hunt, with herself; Service "Golden Dawn" companyed by E. Mrs. Hattie, panned by Mrs. Miss Eleanor Ranpand by Gus Rae Knolls, with at the plane; daughter of Cou P. flll, in Addresses we assembled by M. James H. Hube, York Urban Lea. (Continued) Jessie McCormic, Mrs. Edna Brown, Attorney J. Leroy Jordan, Elizabeth, N. J.; W. J. Bond, Philadelphia; D. E. King, Henry F. Pointelette, C. L. Morris, W. R. Davis, A. Newell. Also Charles Lloyd, Oliver J. Foster, Robert Killbrue, Robert Scott, Mr. Gooding, Bishop McVey. Solos were rendered by Mme. Canellis Day, accompanied by Mr. Allen; Bishop McVey, accompanied by Mr. Butler. A party was given by Miss Lena Willin at her home, 224 West 149th street, Saturday evening, in honor of the birthday anniversary of Pres- ton Lay. Among the guests present were: Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hunter, Mr. and Mrs. Boone, Mr. and Mrs. Hannah, Miss Frances E. Polk, Miss Elizabeth Wooton, Miss Sue Hargrave, Miss Punahlee Lee, Miss Molda Issaac, Miss Viola Bridges, Miss Ruth McCombs, Miss Marie Mayers, Miss Martha Bradley, Miss Esther Clark. Also Gordon T. Crooks, Miss A. Jefferson, Cleo W. Miller, Miss Hazel Thomas, Frankie Banks, Miss Jeanne Atkina, Chick Thomas, Miss Julia Brown, Miss Olive Keto, Miss May Thompson, Miss Bertha Hodge, Miss E. Branch, Miss A. Watkins, Frazier Hale, Charles Walton, D. McLean, Miss Mary Adam, John Adam, Miss Willie B. Green, Claude Gregory and Miss Stella Homer of Newton, Mass. The Rev, and Mrs. D. M. Baxter of Philadelphia were entertained at lunch by Miss Arline W. Brown, 60 West 1390 street, on Monday. The Baxters came to New York to attend the funeral of the late Rev. H. K. Spearman. Miss Earnestine Williams, 235 West, 142d street, is at home after spending a month in Palm Beach, Fla. Mesdames Estella Grandison and Octavia Sears, 6 West Ninety-ninth street, were hosts at a tea on Sunday afternoon. The guests numbered forty-five. Miss M. Elizabeth Sewell, 110 West 140th street, gave a birthday anniversary party last Tuesday at the Association of Trade and Commerce. Those present were: Miss J. Beatrice Jackson, Mrs. Lucy Lewis, Miss Violet Cooke, Mrs. Addie Brown, Miss Anna Brady, Miss Maud Smith, Miss Jane Lee, Mrs. Marte Foote, Mrs. Modesta Roquumorn, Mrs Ethel Boone, Miss Bertha Powell, Miss Bessie Tolbert, Miss Anita Clanchard, Miss Garnetta Dowers, Miss Viola Sewell, Miss Helen Douglas, Mrs. Zarina George, L. V. Douglas, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Phillips and son, Mrs. Mabel Thorne. Also Dr. J. W. Saunders, Joseph Beanman, D. Howell, Sie Saunders, John I. Dewell, William Jones, George L. Wright, Archie Morgan, Fent Washington, Clifford Miller, Harry Dumbar, Robert Staten, Reddie Lewis, R. S. Gelger, Percy Esturck, Dr. D. Reesby of Washington, J. McLaughlin, Lonelt Ward, Dr. I. T. Donaldson and Lafayette Armstrong. MISS IRMA WALTON SECRETLY MARRIED Unknown to relatives and friend Miss Irma Walton and Watcher Walton were secretly wedded October 24, 1827.—(Adult.) --- CLUBS OF AUXILIARY Henry A. Ethridge, tenor, accompanied by Miss Dupree; Mr. Steele, Mrs. Ethel Lord, accompanied by Miss Elsie Maynard; Miss Hunt, who accompanied herself; Service Bell of the "Golden Dawn" Company, accompanied by Edward Collman; Mrs. Hattie Mitchell, accompanied by Mrs. George Flowers; Miss Eleanor Ragsdale, accompanied by Gus Sanders; Miss Rae Knolls, with Miss VanHook at the piano; Miss Elaine Fill, daughter of Counselor and Mrs. James P. fill, instrumental solo. Addresses were given by ex-Assemblyman Pope Billhops and James H. Hubert of the New York Urban League. (Continued on Page 7.) White Rose Home Holds Celebration The White Rose Industrial Association, Inc., 269 West 136th street, celebrated its thirty-first anniversary with a program last Sunday afternoon at Mount Calvary M. E. Church, 140th street and Edgecombe avenue. On Thursday night a special program was presented at the White Rose Home by the Young Men's Auxiliary and the H. P. Madison Dramatic Club. James H. Hubert of APEX PR The World Hair Pre APEX PRODUCTS The Worlds best Hair Preparations AGENTS WANTED THE MASTER STRAIGHTENER The Master Straightener Become Independent LEARN THE APEX SYSTEM Classes Attendons and Evenings—Enter Any Time Small Down Payment—Balance in Installments Thomas Awarded—Positions Always Open --- the Urban League and Irena Moorman Blackstone were the principal speakers. The officers of the association are: Mrs. T. E. Scott, president; Mrs. Grace Blick, vice-president; Mrs. Kvelyn Connell, second vice-president; Mrs. Mary B. Pope, recording secretary; Mrs. Ester Washington, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Marie St. Luce, financial secretary; Mrs. M. B. Gordy, treasurer; Dr. J. W. Robinson, chaplain. ANNOUNCEMENT The Harlem members of the Board of Columbus Hill Day Nursery issues the following invitation: "Play cards with the board of managers of the Columbus Hill Day Nursery, at the urban League, 204 West 136th street, on Friday evening, March 9. Games start at 9 o'clock, 1000'brighten, contribution of $1 will go toward the maintenance of Columbus Hill Day Nursery, 224 West Sixty-third street. Refreshments for sale. Mrs. E. R. Alexander, secretary; Mrs. Ira S. Wile, president, board of managers. This nursery is one of the great health forces in New York City responsible for reducing infant mortality among Negroes."—Advt. A birthday luncheon was served in honor of Mr. Murray Giddens at the home of his cousin, Mrs. F. W. Perry, 194 West 134th street, Sunday February 26. The following were present: Miss Dora Thompson, Mr. Ferris Carter, Mr. and Mrs. Calib Perry, Miss Albert Dean, Miss Ella Perry of Warwick, N. Y.; Mr. Clarence Perry, Miss Marlan James, Mr. B. T. Gibson. Music for the afternoon was rendered by Miss Dora Thompson and Miss Marlan James.—(AdvL) WEEK-END GUEST. Mrs. Edward Dunn of Hartford was the guest of Mrs. Julia Cohn, 434 West, 163d street, over the week-end. Mrs. Cohn, Mrs. Dunn and Miss Mattle Davis were the guests of Mrs. Mary Champion on Sunday evening. Tea was a pleasant evening was spent. Advt. MAKES HAIR BEAUTIFUL A NEW APEX PRODUCT APEX LUSTORIA HAIR OIL APEX HAIR CO. SOLD EVERYWHERE PRODUCTS worlds best separations MAKE ALL ORDERS PAYABLE TO THE APEX HAIR CO. WARNING THE APEX GROWER! THE APEX GROWER The Perfect Grower DEMAND THIS TRADE MARK APEX ACADEMY OF COMPUTER LEARN THE APEX SYSTEM THERAPY DENGER-WASHINGTON EX HAIR COMPANY IN MILAN FLEX RETAIL PATH-O MILK TREATMENT FOR HAIR TREATMENT FOR HAIR TREATMENT FOR SCALP CLEANSER BUT BRE RATIONS FOR HAIR TREATMENT A SPECIAL VAR OIL FOR THE SCALP THE FEMINIST VIEWPOINT "Least We Forget" IF YOU have a retentive trouble recalling the app. Florence Mills in the national and local weeklies last three months later we fire January 2 issue, the following: Richard Townsend of 21 Yr. "I noticed a few lines concern memory of Florence Mills in a "It may interest you to know to visit Woodlawn, where the two officials of the cemetery was cut out the grave of Florence Mills tremendous escort to her last. And yet, Mr. Hellinger, I haven't had a single visitor nor she was plowed at rest?" Just because we live in most heartless city in the wo getting those who once serve IF YOU have a retentive memory, you will have no trouble recalling the approximate space given the late Florence Mills in the metropolitan dailies and in the national and local weeklies last November. Three months later we find in The Dally News, February 2 issue, the following: Richard Townsend of 21 West Portsmouth street writes: "I need a few lines concerning the fashion in which the memory of Florence Mills is kept. The memory of Florence Mills you know that I recently had occasion to visit Woodlawn, where the deceased is buried. One of the officials of the cemetery was escorting me about. He pointed out the grave of Florence Mills and stated that she had had a tremendous escort to her last resting place. "And yet, Mr. Hellinger, isn't it strange that her grave hasn't had a single visitor nor a single flower since the day she was placed at rest!" Just because we live in New York—the busiest and most heartless city in the world—is no excuse for our forgetting those who once served us.—T.E.B. CLUB chats A dance was given by the Olympia Society last Monday evening at the Venetian Studio, 224 West 134th street. The business conference and complimentary social held last Wednesday evening at the Cloi Welfare and Community Center, 205 West, 128th street, under the auspices of the Business Improvement Committee of the Citizens' Welfare Council of Harlem, was a unique success. The Busy Bee Welfare Club, which was organized for the protection and housing of delinquent and unfortunate girls of Harlem, will hold a benefit concert on Sunday afternoon, March 11, at St. Mark's Hall, 57 West 133th street. Mrs. Elizabeth Hendrickson is chairman and Mrs. Minnie Wilkerson president and organizer of this club. Miss Martha Holloway was hostess to the Arabesque Social Club last Thursday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Link, 50 West 130th street. The Jolly Six Social Club gave a Valentine friddle at the Venetian Tea Room, 224 West 135th street, last Saturday evening. The Harmony Club was entertained at the home of Mrs. Bertha Lee late evening. Mrs. Bertha Lee and Mrs. C. M. Rose of Atlantic City were the guests of honor. Mrs. Bertha Lee is president of this group and Mrs. Estelle Daniels, secretary. The Literary, Dramatic and Social club held its installation of officers at the home of Miss Alice Tompkins, 142 St. Nicholas avenue, on Saturday evening. Whist was played. The prize winners were: Miss Brown, first; Miss Bingham, second. The office of the Tompkins club: Miss Alice Tompkins, president; Miss Virginia Glyvin, vice-president; Charles Pennick, treasurer; Hulan E. Jack, secretary; Raymond Tompkins, journalist. The semi-monthly meeting of the Two Power "500" Club was held on last Wednesday evening at the home of J. Travis of 300 West 81st street. J. Travis of the second prizes were won by Samuel Walker and R. L. Jackson, respectively. At its social meeting, the Nannie H. Burroughs Progressive Club was entertained at the home of Mrs. Ralph Young, 242 West 130th street. The following guests were present: Mamesra R. Fouler, R. Saunders, D. Brooks, N. Pendleton, S. Shiat-Singh. Members present: Mesdames R. ANTIQUE A Good Spring Tonic WE HAVE IT! Ask Your Doctor DANIEL DRUG CO., Inc. Southeast Corner 7th Ave. and 134th St. 0541 Phone Morningside 0250 9276 "Filling Prescriptions Keeps Us Busy" MME. VIOLA FRENCH In Now With the HUNTER BEAUTY SHOP All lines of beauty taught. Come in and learn the Huntor 95- room 2251 SINGLE ST. Brand, 0874 Between 135th and 135d St. SCHOOL OF DESIGNING AND DRESSMAKING Pattern Making, French Browning, Jading, Cutting, Fitting and Tailoring. Pupil given Shoe of training. MME. LA BEAU'S STUDIO 208 WKNT 128d WT. Tel. Monument 4177 Practical Instruction in Dress- making $1 per lesson. BEAUTY FASHION HOUSEHOLD HINTS Coleman, E. Alexander, M. Lewis, E. Reynolds, A. Wilson, M. Jarrett, R. Jackson and S. Price. The Wilberforce University Club of New York City met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Atwater, on Saturday evening. Topics of interest were discussed and enjoyed by the group. The officers of the club were: Mrs. D. Allman, president; Wayman G. Furbeh, vice president; Miss Edna L. Bean, recording secretary; Miss A. E. Freeman, treasurer; Aldrich Turner, chairman of the social committee. Guests present were: Miss Carrie Law, Cyril Greene and Edward Bullard. The Clique Club was entertained by Mrs. Elizabeth Cavden at the residence of Mrs. Bontreie Bridges, 152 West 118th street. Last Thursday evening. The prize was won by Mrs. Daisy V. Reese. The Mu-So-Lit Girls gave their first annual damante at the Unique Colony Circle, 254 West 135th street, last Tuesday evening. "Saint" Howard's trio furnished the music. The Tea Rose Social Club was entertained by Mrs. Margaret Hassell, 252 West, fifty-three last week, 258 West, she was beautifully decorated with tea roses and the club colors, coral and green. The Zo Phengs, including some of the popular young ladies of New York and Brooklyn, hold their bi-monthly meeting at the residence of Miss Miriam Price, 32 St. Nicholas place, last Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. The officers are: Misses Reba McLain, president; Hazei Thomas, president; Miriam Price, secretary; Miriam Price, treasurer. The other members are: Misses Connie Anglin, Grace Crippin, Olga Ciga, Dorotha Mason, Estelle Morton, Blanche Rudd, Lily Winters and Mrs. Helen J. Daniels. Bridge and dancing were the amusements. The ladies of the Progressive Club entertained their guests at Gunley's Studio, 2144 Fifth avenue, last Tuesday. This cozy little studio, resplendent with Negro art, books and antiques, is an indescribable rendezvous. The music was furnished by David Llattad, and Curtis were a feature of the entertainment. The Jointee Girls entertained their friends at the residence of Mrs. Dorothy Butler, 106 W. 144th street, on Washington's birthday. A party was given by the Just In Twelve Social Club last Saturday evening at the residence of the secretary, Mrs. M. Obey, 213 West 121st street. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Cobbs were host and hostess at the party given to the Lord Paul League of Greater New York at 126 West 128th street, Apt. 3-A, on Thursday night. Dancing and games were also features of the evening. Among those present were: Mr. and A "I was suffering with womanness weakness—in a rundown condition, much under my Waters, 816 Mortgages St. Birmingham, Ala. "I was tired all the time. I would get very nervous, did not rest well at night, and did not feel like eating. I would hear so much of Cardui, he heart so much of a bottle and took it regularly. I felt stronger and better, and wondered why I hadn't tried it before. I took 6 bottles that time, and there was a big change my condition, so much better, and did not have the weakness, and am now well." NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 HOUSEWINE'S EXCHANGE The Refrigerator, This household refrigerator plays so important a part in the modern home that it has come to be a taken-for-granted piece of equipment. Yet, it has been estimated that not more than 40 per cent of homes use it, enjoying the benefits of refrigeration. What is more significant, not more than 17 per cent of such homes use their refrigerators throughout the winter months. This practice of discontinuing the use of a refrigerator during cold weather is one which the writer does not recommend. Window Boxes Unsafe Many of my readers 'have frequently questioned the advisability of using window boxes or other convivances in which to keep foods cold. Such boxes, are dependent on suitable temperatures and their disadvantages, are ubiquitous. Foods often freeze when outside temperatures go down, whereas at other times the temperature of the box may go up to a point where food will not keep. This is especially true if the sun shines directly upon the box. Then, too, if the box is not insulated, the food is structured, dirt sifts in on the food, making it an unsanitary storage space. Do Not Wrap Ice in Newspaper. Where ice is used, we are frequently asked to advises as to the desirability of wrapping the ice in newspapers, blankets, etc. My answer is that the practice is a detrimental refrigeration, rue enough. Ice is saved, but the ice itself is not of refrigeration. The air in the ice chamber, instead of being thoroughly chilled from the cold surfaces of the ice itself, is only partially chilled because of covering on the ice. This results in higher food composition and texture throughout the food compartment. Mrs. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Nobles, Miss Blizzard, Miss Todd, William Briggs, Miss Theressa Bland, Mr. Tyler, Miss Lydia Beet, Miss Nannie Taylor, Mr. Clark, Miss Helen Abernathy, Mr. and Mrs. H. Hinkley, Miss Grace Coprew, Ber- rd Green, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Gles, Alonso Cain, Mrs. Famile H. Haskerrille, Floyd Holiday, Miss Aethis Spatches, Dr. Saunders, Mrs Ruth Vaughns, Mr. Wiggins, Mr. Freeman, Angelo DFontes and Maria E. Crawford. Mrs. Blossom Holland, 41st West 136th street, was hostess to Las Estrallas Bridge Club last week. Among the specially invited guests were: Mrs Jane E. Best, Mrs. Anna D Dieu, Mrs Cora Hogey, Mrs. James A. Reed, Mrs. James Jackson, James Anderson, Mrs. Fannie Wood, Miss Simpson, Mrs. Julia Mitchell, Mrs. Lacey, Mrs. John Pierce, Mrs. Hallie Talbort, Mrs. Louise Jackson, Mrs. Hattle Moore, Mrs. Mary Sweetwine, Mrs. Flor Elmore. The organization of the Fish Club, Inc., took place about a month ago, and on Saturday evening at the residence of the secretary, Alvin White, 712 St. Nicholas avenue, the new officers were installed as follows: Reginald Gordon, president; Dr. Engle Brandon, vice-president; William C. Brampton, secretary; William J. House, harper, treasurer; Claudius P. Starling, treasurer; Percy W. Gordon, chapman. The other members are: Junius C. Chambers, Robert H. Frazier, Ralph Hawkins, Basome Hodge, Rudolph U. Lancos, McCleary Sunnette. Others invited were: Mrs. Reginald Gordon, Mrs. Eugene Brandon, Mrs. Iola Crampon, Mrs. William B. Crampon, Mrs. Jackson, Miss Lula Egleston of Atlantic City, Miss Rebecca McAlpin of Atlantic City, Miss Umea Campbell, Miss Elma Tewman, Miss Geraldine M. Gooding. Miss May Black was hostess to the Arabesque Social Club last Thursday at her home, 2159 Seventh avenue. URBANDS At All Good Stores MANNATNAN-Drug Stores ALEXISENBURD DIAPHARACY 476 JUCTTER HEMBEDY CO. 513 Lenox Ave. JUCTTER DIAPHARACY DRUG STORE 563 Lenox Ave. SCHAPERS DIAPHARACY DRUG CO. 1025 DRUG STORE 562 Lenox Ave. JUCTTER DRUG CO. 564 Lenox Ave. J. HAWMOTZW LOWEVERN'S DRUG STORE 2299 Seventh Ave. UNIQUE DIAPHARACY 2300 Seventh Ave. CLARISSA DRUG CO. 2300 Seventh Ave. DIAPHARACY 2455 Seventh Ave. JOSHEN SOKIN 2455 Seventh Ave. DIAPHARACY 1000BEVECT DIAPHARACY 2178 Seventh Ave. DIAPHARACY 2290 Seventh Ave. CHARKIN & CHUEN 2290 Seventh Ave. ALLISON DRUG CO. 211 Eighth Ave. ALLISON DRUG CO. 211 Eighth Ave. By Lillian E. Sharpe Refrigerator Demands Cleansing Bath on Time. The good housekeeper, knowing the importance of cleanliness in guarding the safety of the family's food supply, cleans her refrigerator every week the whole year round. Dark, damp corners in which forgotten particles of food take refuge are dangerous to health and safety. Be careful not to let any food spoil using a damp cloth or using a cold rinse to reduce the temperature of the walls. Remove racks from the ice chambers and scrub them. Remove drain pipe trap, secure inside out, using brush for the inside, and rinse. Even the simplest surprise does so much for a meal—and it is easy to supply this surprise unfallingly from the tremendous variety of delicious breads your baker makes. You can plan your breads now as you prepare the dough to suit the spirit of each occasion. Many difficulties of planning meals for school children will disappear when you become acquainted with the enormous variety of interesting breads. Filled buns, stolen and butter horns are a delight to childish appetites and they sup- Miss Muriel Proctor was hostess at a theatre party last Wednesday afternoon. Those in the guest group were members of Les Brigades. The show seen was "Artists and Models." The Independent Hatdressers' Denevous Association gave a tea last Sunday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Cora Davis, 198 West 134th street. Mrs. Laura Gibbs ulbis is president of this newly organized group. The other officers are Mrs. Margo O'Reilly, Oryza president; Mme. Mattie L. Jackson, financial secretary; Mme. Hattie Stitt, treasurer; Mme. Evans Forbs, recording secretary; Mme. Bessie James, chaplain; Mme. Cora Davis, publicity manager. Little Valerie Malelp Delph, entertained her club at the beautiful home of Mrs. Taylor, 108 West 131st street, Saturday afternoon from 3 to 6 o'clock. Pink roses and ferns were used as decorations. club members include: Lucie Philips, Baskin, Caroltta Dunn, Loretta, Brewster, A. Griffin, Doris Thomas, Edith Allen and Emaline Jones. A dinner, dance and installation is what The Twenty-Nines called their last Tuesday night's affair at the Venetian Studio. 224 West 136th street. The banquet table was lovingly decorated with candles. George Washington hatchings standing in bowls of cherries. Officers are this club are: Arminus N. Hayne, president; John F. Bydr, vice-president; John B. Jones, recording secretary and master of concerions; Josiah H. Johnson, financial secretary; Charles H. Harris, sergeant-at-arms; Centenial C. Edwards, chapelist; Charles A. Williams, historian. On the board of directors are: Charles P. Smith, chairman; J. F. Bydr, secretary; N. Hayne, Allen Stallinger, chairman; Charles T. Magill, Edward C. Gittens, J. H. Johnson. The other members are: Elmore MANHATTAN (Continued) DRIVER DRUG STORE 2629 Eighth Ave. KAINES DRUG STORE 2657 Eighth Ave. JANESE PHARMACY ROSEHENBURG PHARMACY 303 West 145th St. DRIVER DRUG STORE 2144 Fifth Ave. NATURAL HAIR WIGS Switches, Transformations, Strokes, Clayte, Hair Fats, Straightening Combs and Everything in Hair Goods. Wigs Made to Your Measure. Free Catalog sent to Out-of- Town Patrons on Request. ALEX MARKS 660-662 EIGHTH AVENUE Corner 42nd St. NEW YORK, M. T. Open Daily. 8:30 A. M. to 6 P. M. Closed Saturdays THERE'S NO EXCUSE FOR A DULL HEAVY COMPLEXION, FOR PIMPLES OR BLEMISHES. THE PERFECT BLEACH CREAM THE HARLEM SCHOOL OF DRESS, Inc. OFFICE 219—200 WEST 133TH ST. EDGECOMBE 1725 FLORENCE MAYLIN, Director "GOOD CLOTHES ARE A SOCIAL DISTINCTION AND A BUSINESS ASSET" All Branches of Dressmaking, Cutting, Fitting, Draping and Pattern- making Taught for Personal and Professional Use. Afternoon and Evening Classes—Direct Personal Instruction ENROLL NOW—PROFIT BY A VALUABLE TRAINING ply elements nodded for energy and growth. For an informal dinner you may have many tempting goodies, among them being daly, crusty brown rolls, sweet buns with leaping or jelly or nuts or fruits, beautifully topped with leaves of rusin, white, tyne and whitewheat bread with a rich, nutty-flavored crust and a dozen or more of fascinating coffee cakes, so rich they are delightful for dessert. Boware of Spoiled Meats. One of my readers from Brooklyn recently called my attention to the purchasing of "rotten" pork, which caused his whole family to become seriously ill. The dealer quickly sent them a chicken upon hearing of this and asked for the pork. Never return this kind of goods, but report the matter to the Board of Health, and, our dealers will realize they are not alseep. Addressed communications to this department to Lillian E. Sharpe, in care of The Amsterdam News. With the SORORITIES As fitting close for the national observance of "Finer Womanhood Week," the local chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority entered at bridge Saturday afternoon at the home of Miss Andrades Lindsay, a soror. Guests present were: Mrs. Howard Day, Miss Dorothy Spraggins, Miss Dorothy Hendrickson, Miss Dorothy Dismuke, second prize winner; Miss Margaret Welmon, Miss Thelma E. Berick, first prize winner; Miss Anna Welmon, consolation prize winner; Miss Helen Lankford, Mrs. Gertrude Robinson. Members present were: Mrs. Dorothy Spendon Jackson, Mrs. Ruth Spendon Jackson, Mrs. Wendonah Harvey, Miss Mable Duggs, Miss Thelma Henderson, pledge. Raber, Herbert Banks, Charles A. Brown, James A. Bush, Samuel S. Cooper, Dr. L. J. Davenport, Eugene B. Hafraten, Clarence R. Homes, Wallace J. Howell, Killott E. Lawrence, John J. Madison, Sanford J. Miller, Edward R. Parkus, Rich- and Rogers, Everett E. Turner and James Russell. The guests present were the wives of the "Twenty-Nines." 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Downs who had the courage to attempt something which later gave the colored section of Harlem era in things theatrical, which later Broadway turning its eye toward this section of the city and sending the most talented members of the theatre world from that great street to personally take note on the change for the better which had arrived after Mrs. Downs gave it its start at her New Lincoln Theatre. That great little band of courageous performers that played and studied hard in their spare time went on to great heights when Harlem went wild with acclaim for the ability for the first time coming into the light. It was from Mrs. Downs' theatre that Florence Mills went to her later fame, and so did Charlie Gilpin, who became the talk of the country when he appeared in "The Emperor Jones." A Million Dollar Gala Ball GIVEN BY The UNITED of GEORGIA SONS Be Popular PLAY in a JAZZ BAND Earn More It was the Lincoln Theatre from which Frank Williams also demanded the attention of Broadway, to say nothing of a number of those other people who later found that the Lincoln stool for something in their dramatic lives, and to the Lincoln comes another departure next Monday night. March 5, which will without doubt find the support of a good many of the colored people in Harlem craving something more than half-naked women, "hoofing," suggestive blues, bringing with them deprived booedgers standing in the alleys and establishing under their feet a place in their attempt to debauch the people of the stage for the few ill gotten dollars which seldom, if ever, bring them the results which they seek. And so to Idris Anderson will go on the credit if success should crown the efforts of the new departure. In and out of season Mrs. Anderson has sought a hearing. She had every right to attend, but she had done great work as an manager of the Lafayette Players. Like all of us, she has her enemies, but she will perhaps rise to a plane that will leave these hating her without just cause in silent respect at least. Opening Monday night, she will head the company which will also be back in town to attend the award Thompson and Monty Haylew. The first of a series of dramatic playlets will be "The Scrub Woman," but a forerunner of bigger things if this move finds a quick response at the hands of Lincoln Theatre audiences Mrs. Downs will continue to present a revue as part of the stage attraction, which will be the first great reputation for the pictures all ways to be seen at this house, the show should go over as expected. In keeping with the new trend of things, programs will be handled auditorially and introduced of the artists appearing on the stage. When the jazz era stepped in, theatre owners in this community did not even think enough of their talent. The real showhouse, Lincoln Theatre audiences in the past placed their stamp of approval on a higher form of entertainment as given by their own people, and we can see no reason why the summa ness will fall to rise to the occasion next week. PIANO AND SINGING LESSONS Taught at Your Home 207 WEST 40th STREET Telephone Pennsylvania 7987 PRIVATE INSTRUCTION ELEMENTARY AND HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECTS CIVIL SERVICE PREPARATION Reduction for Groups R. LAWREN COOPER 316 West 130th St. Audubon 6470 LAFAYETTE PLAYERS AT LINCOLN THEATRE Death of Al Johns Recalls the Early Days BY KARL F. PHILLIPS. "AL" Johns' songs are ended, but his melodies linger on. The great soulful pianist of West Fifty-third street, of years gone by, has paid his final tribute to King Harmony, and has made his peace with the Master Organist of man's destiny, and, like "Athalite" old, has tousled himself into a musical rest which knows no awakening. Johns did recently in Paris where he had lived for the past few years. "AL" Johns was more than a more pianist. He was a creator of harmony, both weird and beautiful. His original modulations with eddenas still echo in the memories of music lovers. "AL" could even give new life to the diatonic scale. His touch revealed the soul of the composer in a new abandonment to musical prose. His interpretations which but few musicians were able to blend into tone-stories. An incomparable figure of the old club Chef in West Fifty-third street, broadened our into international talent, and helped others revealed musical charms which even the creator knew not of; and his own creative genius was marked by his simplicity and the art of a truly musical soul. He was born of old, when Ford Dahney, Pater Penaver, Walter Crane, Hallie Anderson, the incomparable Will Marion Cook, of "Ennacipation Day" fame, Will Tyers, the greatest piano player, John Lennon, Jordan Clarkton, Bob Doyle, Jordan Clarkton, James Europe, and the host of Negro musical pioneers of New York were making musical history for the race from Sullivan street to Harlem, "AI" John remained in his own peculiar style, with uncanny touch, unerring ear, sympathetic interpretation, and an original sense of motif which none but "AI" had, he blazed a musical trail which we live from New York to Paris, and "AI" the great divide, a just few days back. And as we close, "Ally" "For the Lost Same Call Me Sweatheart" again echoes our memory—one of the many simple facts we have learned in the five art, peculiar to just one or two, now and then, in the lifetime of such reminisces as "A" John, our departed husband as "A" John, our never die long as piano soundingboards remain resonant. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 --- BETTE PLAYERS of Al Johns H in Meccas to Melachrinos In the transition which we experienced in going to Melachrinos almost over night, despite our long us with the former. And yet elements of the drama she has this history-making epoch in the life of one who has to that brand which has served to bring the inspire or necessary in indicting these fulsome epistles one or lack of accomplishment, on the part of many of long for actors. We ago the little glove artist from St. Louis known in to see us, and with an observant eye, which to do with his success in the ring, took note of the and when, for his edification, we rose to sanguinary height of a condition which robs the colored mitt pushesance for fair play in the roped arena. Usually, must have fallen under the spell of our insayurned the other night and brought with him one of the Melachrinos, which he passed over as a present to us. Hall must have argued within himself that if we critic on Meccas, there would possibly be no limit worm of the superior brand of nicotinian solace. It is most unatisfactory. This new (at least to us) suss is into a mental sphere to which we are unaccustomy we have cluttered up these paragraphs with carts which in the days of Meccas we did not dream. We more and more enmeshed in the savory quality of the we find we are inclined to believe we should be to Where in the past we were perfectly satisfied with supposed to be under us, we now believe that this is Malachrinos, apparently, have the same effect on something within some of us that makes us feel that beneath the pale because through circumstances, we had a hand in creating, we step from the rank an officer. Halleijah, we are now a sapulent being, fears is but pro tempore. Say not, indulgent reader, it. From Meccas to Melachrinos THERE was nothing in the transition which we experienced in going over from Mecca to Melachrinos almost over night, despite our long use of and association with the former. And yet elements of the drama should have entered into this history-making epoch in the life of one who has so adulously stuck to that brand which has served to bring the inspiration which we find so necessary in indicting these fulsome epistles on the accomplishments, or lack of accomplishment, on the part of many of our entertainers passing for actors. Some months ago the little glove artist from St. Louis known as Benny Hall came to in to see us, and with an observant eye, which has had a great deal to do with his success in the ring, took note of the part our Meccas played when, for his adification, we rose to sanguinary heights in our denunciation of a condition which robs the colored mitt pusher of his well-earned chance for fair play in the roped arena. Benny, obviously, must have fallen under the spell of our inspired oratory, for he returned the other night and brought with him one of those large tins of Melachrinos, which he passed over as a present to your humble chronicler. Hall must have argued that if we could have heights in Mecca, there would possibly be a limit while basking in the aroma of the superior brand of nicotinian solace. But the result to us is most unsatisfactory. This new (at least to us) sap weed has taken us into a mental sphere to which we are unacustomed. Note that already we have cluttered up these paragraphs with certain high-sounding words which in the days of Meccas we did not dream we possessed. As we become more and more enmeshed in the savvy quality of these Melachrino plains, we find we are inclined to believe we should be taken more seriously. Where in the past we were perfectly satisfied with the work of those supposed to be under us, we now believe that this same work is execrable. Malachrinos, apparently, have the same effect on some people as that something within some of us that makes us feel that our associates fall beneath the pale because through circumstances, which others might have had a hand in creating, we step from the rank of a private to that of an officer. Hallelujah, we are now a sapient being, even if this state of affairs is but pro tempore. Say not, indulgent reader, it is quantum suffelt. When Minnows Fool With Whales. bed are some of the things that pormentate the Melachus which we find ourselves. We have before us the Pachom most estimable Senegambian journal, with aspirate the United States and their outlying possessions even such ambitions it is natural that the call of the Colt-bough an insignificant few are of the chasen. He this day our good friend, Chapple Gardner, Soap She, the Court of Chorus Chorine Contortionists, who sounds a necessary part of his makeup that would be his fellowmen, but for the stoutness of the percussion to a discussion which only whales of the journal, we the Courier allowing Chapple these few were ago one, Mr. Theopolis Lewis, a writer of prominent of performers, plays, presentations and the like on Negro performers in a white magazine. Some of them were not so complimentary to the Negro actors. In taste in the mouth, Salem Tutt Whitney, shower, poet, traveler and college graduate, gentleman Lewis in the Amsterdam News. One thing is sure to reyear—Mr. Lewis will learn more about the history of whom he knows now. Also that the 'better class' No. by Mr. Lewis does not support anything—the theatrical Institutions." The same sea in which whales cavort, Chapple's little sister that "Quos Dens vult perdere, prius dementat." Her Melachrine. Might as well burn 'em up while turn up our friends. Sure of Chapple's calling him out of the picture of soap would he sell to the actors if he read Theophris. In our last issue and dared tell the truth if the case was "Quad erat demonstrum" your whale of an answer from the pen of Mr. Lewis. This finnows. Get from under, Chapple, or by the g HUMOROUS indeed are some of the things that permeate the Melachrinitic sphere in which we find ourselves. We have before us the Pittsburgh Courier, a most estimable Senegambian journal, with aspirations for covering these United States and their outlying possessions even as the morning dew. Cherishing such ambitions it is natural that the call of the Courier will bring many, although an insignificant few are of the chasen. Hence we have with us this day our good friend, Chapple Gardner, Soap Salesman Supreme to the Court of Chorus Chorie Contortionists, whose pericardium surrounds a necessary part of his makeup that would burst with its love for his fellowmen, but for the stoutness of the pericardium. Hurling himself into a discussion which only whales of the journalistic sea dare engage in, we see the Courier allowing Chapple these few words: "A few weeks ago one, Mr. Theopolis Lewis, a writer of prominence and self-styled critic of performers, plays, presentations and the like, released an article on Negro performers in a white magazine. Some of Mr. Lewis' remarks were not so complimentary to the Negro actors. They left a dark brown taste in the mouth. Salem Tutt Twitt, showman for 25 years, producer, poet, traveler and college graduate, gentleman, is answering Mr. Lewis in the Amsterdam News. One thing is to result from this controversy—Mr. Lewis will learn more about the history of the Negro performer than he knows now. Also that the 'better class' Negro taken as criterion by Mr. Lewis does not support anything—the theatres nor his educational institutions." Minnow in the same sea in which whales cavort, Chapple's little outburst proves to us that "Quos Dens vult perdere, prius damentet." Hot dog! Gimme another Melachrino. Might as well burn 'em up while they last. We mean burn up our friends. The very nature of Chapple's calling drives him out of the picture. How many cakes of soap would he sell to the actors if he read Theophilus Lewis' reply to Mr. Whitney in our last issue and dared tell the truth? Chapple, my boy, if the case was "Quad erat demonstrum" you had better read that whale of an answer from the pen of Mr. Lewis. This is no season for minnows. Get from under, Chapple, or by the gods. And Now Let Joy Be Unconfined. to pass that when what's his-name beckoned unto him a mountain just refused to budge and remained when people seeking something better than what is offered, Harlem can make the pilgrimage to that Mecca shakes! Mecca; yes, Mecca; where did I hear that man! Begone, I have quite a few Mechirina left! and find everything to satisfy the fastidious to only a yokel who would deny he does not cherish and Lyles, with their big company in "Keep Shufflin' to offer us the kind of entertainment which left Harms decided to return to that form of production wednesday when cellar cabarats were known as "clubs" on the North Pole. Those were also the days when Negroes were not ashamed of the then popular mall." On Broadway today you can see Negroes in news, and even when failure is the result of the attire town you are tricked into believing that the same veil age, is being offered you in Harlem. You see only the wrothers. Sometimes theatre managers using the fanhamed and tell you the show comes direct from the film managers had any idea of giving you the same would not have to wait until they came from Broadway. AND so it came to pass that when what's his name beckoned unto the mountain, said mountain just refused to judge and remained where it was. Colored people seeking something better than what is offered the yokelery in darkest Harlem can make the pilgrimage to that Mecca (ye gods and little fishes! Mecca; yes, Mecca; where did I hear that name before? Ah-h-h-h! Begone, I have quite a few Melachrinos left), of theatrical offerings and find everything to satisfy the fastidious taste. Incidentally, it is only a yokel who would deny he does not cherish a fastidious taste. Mossa, Miller and Lyles, with their big company in "Keep Shufflin'", arrived on Monday to offer us the kind of entertainment which left Harlem when theatre owners decided to return to that form of production which held good in the days when cellar cabarets were known as "clubs" and John T. Gibson ran the North Pole. Those were also the days when called the theatres for Negroes were not ashamed of the then popular name of "Hole-in-the-Wall". On Broadway today you can see Negroes in all kinds of good shows, and even when failure is the result of the attempts of producers downtown you are tricked into believing that the same vehicle, for lack of patronage, is being offered you in Harlem. You see only the wreck of the Hesperus, brothers. Sometimes theatre managers using the famous ballyhoo he unmamed and tell you the show comes direct from Broadway. If local theatre managers had any idea of giving you the same kind of shows they would not have to wait until they came from Broadway. Poetic Musings That Are Mellow. SOFTLY I can see you smiling. Thinking of those days gone by When I drew you close and hugged you As I gazed into your eye. Perhaps you only had but one orb. Dearest Lady Nicotine. But I loved you so sincerely. Smoke just formed a screen; Oh, let me for a while just linger With my Melachrina pill; No, no, never no Moose. With these volumes I will fill; I love, sweetheart, your sweet aroma And the softness of your skin And the whiff you sometimes give me Of theatre alley gin; Let me cling a little longer And perhaps you'll bring A real good show to Harlem. With singers who can sing We admit with a readiness that must be startling that the above lines will never be honored with a place in the poetic hall of fame, and to stay the ever rich critic looking for flaws we also admit that it is stretching the imagination somewhat to "see a soft smile." but tra in la, we have heard of poetic license and think we too should be entitled to a little leeway, considering what we sometimes run across in our sundown journals. No telling what one will do while enjoying the fragrance of a "mild as May" brand. with a readiness that must be startling that the athlete is honored with a place in the poetic hall of fame. Ready critically looking for flaws we also admit that a negation somewhat to "see a soft smile," but trailing in a poetic license and think we too should be entitled to miserling what we sometimes run across in our souls, asking what one will do while enjoying the fragrance of land. Is of greater moment. We have before us a plaint who associate who reminds us that his note is personal. Need to keep the writer silent abstet nothing should need, being that this is war and all is fair in love of headlines," writes our friend, "of Lewis' reply to S. Whitney's you attempt to prejudice or bias minds of the reader. Why didn't you write the headlines to Lewis' reply as neutral as you wrote those of S. T. Whitney's, decide who is right?" I say that any fool reading the headlines of Mr. Leeden from "Ebony and Topaz" would immediately irritate in any aftermath in the case would be impossible in that we shared the opinion of Mr. Lewis and in such Mr. Whitney's reply appeared took an unholy joy announcement of what to expect. Had this person say that wonderful reply of Mr. Lewis' been reading for any length of time he would have recognized buckling his head against the stone will which has at twenty years in behalf of something superior in thinking. Lewis backed up his magazine article to him, but since the public must have a say, we reprint of our friend the following letter, which we will glimpse original if he has any doubts in the matter: So on to things of greater moment. We have before us a plaint which comes from an associate who reminds us that his note is personal. Too bad. We are forced to keep the writer silent albeit nothing should prevent us commenting, being that this is war and all is fair in love and war. "In the headlines," writes our friend, "of Lewis' reply to S. T. Whitney, why did you attempt to prejudice or bias minds of the readers in favor of Lewis? Why didn't you write the headlines to Lewis' reply in this week's issue as neutral as you wrote those of S. T. Whitney's, and let the readers decide who is right?" Well, we could say that any fool reading the headlines of Mr. Lewis' article as reproduced from "Ebony and Tops" would immediately recognize that neutrality in any aftermath in the case would be impossible, for we showed then that we shared the opinion of Mr. Lewis and in the same issue in which Mr. Whitney's reply appeared took an unholy joy in making announcement of what to expect. Had this person who took exception to that wonderful reply of Mr. Lewis' been reading the Amsterdam News for any length of time he would have recognized the utter futility of bucking his head against the stone wall which has stood for nigh on these twenty years in behalf of something superior in the theatre. To our wgy of thinking, Lewis backed up his magazine article in a most brilliant manner, but since the public must have a say, we reproduce for the edification of our friend the following letter, which we will gladly show him in the original if he has any doubts in the matter: New York City, February 24th, 1928. Higherty, Amsterdam News. over the theatrical news of your paper, I noticed (Continued on Page 0) Theatre Boys Announce Big Bill Jack Osterman and Frank Fay Will Lead the Doings at the Alhambra March 6 The Theatre Boys of the Kelth-Albus Circuit through they would have some fun the other night and blew into the office of the Amsterdam News and without saying a word handed in a corrected program of the acts to appear at their midnight benefit next Tuesday night, March 6, and walked out without a word. Their action proved that the many years they have spent in the downtown theatres have come some of the dramatic works their program reveals an array of talent that any newspaper would be forced to reproduce, especially in a community where the majority of the acts only come at the behest of these same boys. Midnight at the large number of buildings you see a large number of people wending their way to the Alhambra, for aside from the program the sponsors of the affair have gained a reputation that will bring out hundreds that seldom venture into the theatres in the neighborhood. A glance at the appendix of the affair artfully describes many popular broadway celebrities: Will Mehoney, Alexandra & Olsen, Jean Bedini & Arthur, Bonin & Ruz, Chain & Archer, Lewey Wineglass and His Dancing Demons, Duckett & Onyway, Frank Fay, Allan Foster, Gitta clones, Fred Kinsley, Co, Jim McWilliams, Jordan & Lee, Four Pepper Shakers, Joe Cook, Jack Osterman, Shaw & Lee, Pearson Bros, Ted Tieman's Thamiths, Geo. Broadhurst, Ohio Thamiths, Geo. Broadhurst, Ohio Jess Wade Jr, Bert Lahr, Stewart & Olive, Columbia, Comedy Fry, Senator Murphy, Chobut & Tortoni, Three Ryans and others The full orchestra from the Hippodrome will render the kind of music it is impossible to hear in this section with it and to insure against those stage walters which seem to becoming popular in certain circles here, Frank Sullivan and Pat Schwartz will be in charge of this necessary end of the night's entertainment, the entire bill will be offered un- der the personal direction of George Cadwell. Lark Could Not Open Sunday Putnam Theatre Forced to Remain Dark Because of Fire Department Ban Although hundreds made the journey to the Putnam Theatre in Brooklyn to witness the advertised performance and sit in on the ceremonies marking the reopening, Manager Summer L. Lark was unable to go through with his main task and the show took the thirsty punishment good naturely, were advised that the house would positively open the coming Saturday night. Information glanced by an Amsterdam News representative discloses that the Fire Department placed a ban on the pump and the pump a small matter, perhaps, but one which had to be remedied after the discovery, made a short time before the opening of the house. It is said that Counselor Lark leased the house for the expectation that the owners would attend to this part of the necessary units that to go to make up the successful operation of a modern theatre, but this paper is not in a position to place the blime, the fact remaining the house did not open at the time calculated. The management invited those seeking admittance to enter the house with the keys, the socks and explained the situation which was well received, many present voicing the opinion that they would wait until the coming Saturday night. Ticketing for the nights performance were cheerfully refunded, many refusing to return the pasteboard, stating they would use them Saturday night, as they were persecuted by the misfortune which prevented the house opening on schedule. Josephine Baker Reported In Berlin After Being Barred VIENNA...A it is reported that Josephine Baker is in Berlin, where she has gone after being refused a permit to appear on the stage by the Viennese authorities. Her comments were made by the French papers on the incident. Clement Vautel, leading columnist, calling to mind that the noted dancer, Miltanguet, "was struck with the same extraclimm." Says Vautel: "The sacred union reigns in Austria. All the political parties, from the National Socialists, to the Socialists, at last find the answer in second about something: The black peril must be fought. "To speak truly, however, this peril is not black; it is really coffee and milk. Because it is Josephine Baker that is in question. This vendetta has demanded of Mr. Seipel, president of the council, to declare her undesirable, a request not very gallant, but well prepared to be heard by an eclecticist, Josephine Baker will therefore not applaud in a couple of bananas in that city, which boasts it is another Paris." The writer goes on to point out that similar restrictions would be true on the English and American stage and on the French and American Embassy the censors remove that brassated legs in Paris, saying to Josephine: "Hide those breasts that we cannot hear to look at." Vienna, where the opera and the waits, is anxious to keep out Jorz. Bohème is still a warm favorite here. ALHAMBRA 126th STREET and SEVENTH AVENUE Telephone Monument 4000 SIX MONTHS OF SUCCESS WITH AN ENTIRE NEW SHOW EVERY WEEK NOW PLAYING — THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK — AT THE ALHAMBRA A FUN FLIGHT BY AIRPLANE WITH A Mile-a-Minute Dash Through the Clouds With the Performances Are Continuous From 2 to 11 P.M. — 25-35-50c THE EVENT OF THE WEEK IS THE MIDNITE RAMBLE EVERY WEDNESDAY Noble Sissle, one of the famous producers of "Shuffle Along" and "Chocolate Dandies," is headlining in all the large music halls in London and the English provinces. He has been booked for the entire Stoll tour after he secured such a tremendous hit at the Coliseum and the Alhambra in London. The "Encore" says that he "proved an emphatic success." Sissle has received some of the very best criticisms ever accorded any American artist in England, and has been assisted at the piano by Harry Ravel, one of the best jazz pianists in England. One of the biggest steps ever taken by the large army of colored performers in Europe was the big benefit hole which was exclusively reproduced in The Amsterdam News last week. Sissle secured every colored artist that was available in London, the provinces and the countryside, and Josephine Baker few all the way from Paris after working in her club all night to appear at this benefit. Among other artists were; The Four Harmony Kings, Angela Barker, Williams and Tara Harper. Three Edith Abbey and Band. Sissle was master of ceremonies, and also did his regular routine of songs. The proceeds amounted to one thousand pounds (about $50,000) to the charitable cause to this marvelous program of talent and this wonderful donation to charity. Sissie has placed four songs in England and his first number to be released is "Nebraska," which is a real show. He also wrote "Nothing He Changed But You." His phonograph records are going very big in England and he is recording constantly for the English companies. He will produce a large show in London within a very short time, and he is now writing a new show for Sleeping Beauty "Nothing He American and English appearances. "Hoboken Blues" Almost Grotesque A White Fantasy on a Black Theme of Playwrights' Theatre "Hoboken Blues," a white fantasy on a black theme, by Michael Gold, opened at the New Playwright's Theatre, 40 Commerce street, Friday night, and gave the audience something different. In fact, it was so different that it bordered on the grotesque. The play is written on a Negro theme and acted by a white cast. The action runs the gamut of stage acting, as we put it, the swift changes from serious drama to comedy drama, to musical comedy, to melodrama, to fantasy, and shall we say to caricature? In reviewing the play one does not really know where to begin. There are about forty characters in the play, from chorus girls on up and down. With LEARN TO DANCE ANDERSON'S STUDIO 564 LENOX AVE. Apt. 14 Bradhurst 3573 ALH 126th STREET and SEVENTH SIX M WITH AN ENT NOW PLAYING — THE B FLY A FUN SANDY BURNS VIOLA McCOY SLIM HENDERSON MANTAN SAM CROSS STERLING GRANT A Mile-a-Minute FAMOUS Also KEN MAYN Performances Are O THE EVENT OF THE NEXT WEEK ENTIRE NEW PROGRAM Edited by Romeo L. Dougherty the aid of brown powder, the girls made another nite looking "mimutatoes," but the makeup of the man was like a minstrel how, starting from glistening jat black powder brown, on up to natural" white. An Negro character, the white actors properly qualified for first pince in the Sunday funny sheet. Their lingo was a sad attempt at Negro dialect, one of which sounded like some forbidden language. All the foregoing critiques aside, the spirit and soul of the pinay was worth coming miles to listen to. While its demeanor was rather far fetched—such as picturing a world where there is no money and labor is required to three children, a fair father, a brotherhood and absolutely fair play was indeed finely stressed. The Playwrights' Theatre did a brave thing in producing "Hoboken Blues." The story begins in 1903 and ends in a chief character, Sam Fickens, played by the young, energetic "darky type" of Negro, goes from Hoboken to Hoboken, N.J. to get a job as a banjo player. When he arrives there is disillusioned and is brutally beaten in the park, he is taken to a mental. Sam had been taken to a Irish num in the park that he had better save town because his very color would be tantamount to guilt of any crime in the vicinity. At the hospital poor, innocent, peace-loving, hospitalized, well-cared-for, dream after passing through a horrific nightmare. Twenty-five years later, AYETTE ANUE at 13and STREET ng — (Up to Sunday) On the Screen "THE GORILLA" —With— Charlie Murray LAFAY 7th AVENUE Now Playing — IRVIN C. MILLER'S HARLEM FRIVOLITIES —With— RUCKER and PERRIN GALLIE DE GASTON MERCIA MARQUEZ PAUL CRAIG'S BAND CALLOWAY SISTERS And 35 Others A Riotous Musical Comedy Revue NEXT WEEK—BEGINNIN BUTTERBEANS AFAYETT 7th AVENUE at 13and STREET Now Playing — (Up to Sunday DRVIN C. MILLER'S CHARLEM IVOLITIES —With— ER and PERRIN LIE DE GASTON CIA MARQUEZ CRAIG'S BAND DOWAY SISTERS On the Ser "THE GORILL —With— Charlie Mu COMEDY REVUE WEEK-BEGINNING MONDAY, MAY UTTERBEANS and SUS EK—BEGINNING MONDAY, MARCH 5 TERBEANS and SUSIE In Jimmie Cooper's New Hit "HIGH JINKS" BABY COX — BILLY MITCHELL AND FORTY NOTED ARTISTS FEATURE PHOTOPLAY "SMILE, BROTHER, SMILE With JACK MULHALL FEATURE PHOTOPLAY SMILE, BROTHER, SMILE With JACK MULHALL AMBRA VENUE Telephone Monumen HIS OF SUCCESS NEW SHOW EVERY WEEK OF THE WEEK — AT THE ALHA G HIGH BY AIRPLANE WITH FATURE PHOTOPLAY "BROTHER, SMILE" JACK MULHALL IBRA Telephone Monument 4000 UCCESS OW EVERY WEEK WEEK — AT THE ALHAMBRA HIGH LANE WITH FEATURE PHOTOPLAY "SMILE, BROTHER, SMILE" With JACK MULHALL SAM MANNING ETHEL RIDLEY AMANDA RANDOLPH ZUDORA GEORGE GREEN JIMMIE JACKSON Through the Clouds With the HAMBRA GIRLS in "THE GRAY VULTURE From 2 to 11 P.M. — 25-35-50c IS THE MIDNITE RAMBLE H NESDAY LAND WITH A C ALHAME HEADLINE "THE BRONCO STOMPE Clouds With the BRA GIRLS GRAY VULTURE" 11 P.M. - 25-35-50c MIDNITE RAMBLE EVERY ND WITH A GREAT ALHAMBRA HEADLINE CAST BRONCO STOMPER" back in Harlem, Surr still talks about the wonders of Hopkens and of his own treaties there, although he only dreamed it. He also act brings the play up to date in Harlem. The same "darkness" have now become rich owners of night clubs and are infected with the spirit of jazz. The olimax is reached when old Sam, now bent and gray, is given an old banana and a dress costume for $200 a week. Sam Pickens has achieved his goal. The scenic effects are unique, the time and place changing before the audience by means of sounds and dances painted on the fullest appreciation of the author's high motives and his very delicate demand for kind treatment and fair play for the Negro, we believe that a fine Negro drama could be evolved from this fantastic presentment that such a drama if played by Negro would be very flavorably resolved. Y.M.D. PLAYS CHURCH OF ST. MATTHEW'S On Saturday, March 3, the Y. M. D. team will play the fast Church of St. Matthews of New York City. These horses have a very fast combination of wall towers and are expected to force the Y. M. D. to the limit. Preliminary game—Carlton boys via Highland Park. The Screen's Biggest Mystery Thriller Sissle Making Good in Europe ight for Broadway Recognition Has Reached a Very Important Point is an Instrument for Propaganda, Miller and Lyles Bring "Keep Shufflin'," Despite the Recent Close of Their Other Vehicle ON CONRAD AT THE HELM Going Back in Retrospective Mood Over the Use Made of the Theatre by Various Groups for Propagating Good-Will in Belfalf of Their Own The contest which the Negro is constantly waging for equality and rightful share of that much abused something which Nordics term 'monocracy' has reached an important stage during the past twelve months. This is particularly true in New York City, where the citizens of Harlem are enjoying more tolerance from the pale brethren below the one than is being meted out to Negroes in other American municipalities. If one stops to analyze the superior state of the colored citizen of New York it will readily be realized that a goodly portion of the new-tolerance has resulted from the fact that the Negro has been particularly active in theatrical circles of late in the Great White Way. Bigger and Better Than Ever! (FIFTH ANNUAL) Monster Midnite Benefit Gambol KEITH-ALBEE THEATRE BOYS AT THE ON Alhambra Theatre, Tuesday, Mar. Seventh Avenue & 126th Street, New York City Direction of GEORGE H. CALDWELL. The Greatest Array of Broadway Stars Ever Gathered North of Times Square There is, perhaps, no single instrument of propaganda that is quite so actual as the theatre. When America as standing aside and watching developments while the nations of the old world were locked in death grips during the World War, foreign propaganda headed straight for the stages of a country to carry their messages to a people. Teuton, Italian, Russian, renchman, Englishman—and all the her nationalities—employed the well-staged stages to subtly spread favorable ability. When America joined in the air—"to make the world safe forocracy"—the American government particularly encouraged activities stageland. The public, sitting off implacantly in their plush coveredairs, had messages carried tothemrough songs, speeches, motionpictures and dramatic shows. In fact,erethere the truth known, there werehundreds upon hundreds of publicity menand prominent theatrical operators whoon as coveted decorations as the mostilliant generals on the fields of battle.Dear friends,still of the opinion that the Negro"easily kidded" and does not "knowa road" like the members of thewhiteie, nevertheless the Negro has whatcalled in the vernacular "thelownun" on just how valuable thetheatre is in breaking down racepredice. It does not take a ducky-juicycollege professor, or even a teacher,unless you know that thebest way of spreading publicityand copaganda is to hand these elementsa person when that person isbeing entertained. Some few years ago there wasa evasive opinion that the Negro artistas not only inferior racially, but alsoa performer. The Nordic propagandaactors in the theater, thecar actors and actresses had no skill. It was only after a number of days were presented on New York stages that this opinion was broken on. Now along comes what may only be regarded as the final vehicle that an all-Negro cast is presenting its season on the institutional stages this city. The production is a must-see comedy and is by far the most elaborate show in the world on an all-Negro cast of play. It is the new production "Keepuffin" which is now playing at Allys Sixty-third street Theatre, on every stage where its stars, Miller Allys, enjoyed their first great success in the world of the theatre. "Keepuffin" is significant in that it will probably be the only elaborate all-Negro show that will be presented for a good any seasons to come due to its elaborate nature. There is one thing that new Miller and Lyles production did in this theatre outside theatre world once and for all at the colored player is just exactly powerful and artistic as the leading critics stars of today. What the recent "Good Will Flight" of Colonel Charles Lindbergh was to be various Central and South American republics, so also is "Keep Shufflin' Broadway." It is the best that the era has done recently, and settles can be advanced regarding the ability of the bony theatrical performers. The musical comedy had its birth when Conrad net Fleurney Miller and Audrey Lyles when the noted ones were storming England in the operation "Shuffle Along." Mr. Conrad told the Messrs. Miller and Lyles some day he and themselves would visit to investigate and present a real moment that clasped that nobody thought but Mr. Conrad would carry out his art of the burglar, but when Miller and Lyles completed the book of the "KEEP SHUFFLIN"" IN TOWN AT DALY'S Putnam Theatre Opening Postponed to Sat. musical comedy, Con Conrad jumped with them to the helm, and thus "Keep Shufflin'" came into being. In Philadelphia the statement was made that the show was fifteen months in preparation, and this was regarded as a warp in the theater. A paper man; but it is a fact that this period of time was actually consumed in constructing the show. As a propaganda instrument "Keep Shufflin'" will go far to break down the little prejudice that is still left in the narrow minds of narrow-minded Nordics, and that the audience willance for the great Negro stars in the theatrical world of tomorrow, and that whether it hits or not. Hudgins Star At Big Benefit Affair Staged in Paris for Benefit of Blind Boxer PARIS.—A benefit performance was recently given in this city on behalf of You You, Senegalese boxer, who went blind as the result of his activities. Before entering the ring You You had been warned that another blow on his eye and he would be totally blind. Nevertheless, he entered the fight in order not to disappoint the ticket holders and was taken from the ring a blind man, who was the leading Parian star appeared, was in the nature of a tribute to his courage. The Cirque d'Hiver, largest amphitheatre here, was crowded and some $3,000 was raised. Several of the leading European boxers appeared in four-round bouts, among them the champion of Europe; Biern, champion of France, and vaudeville stars. But the double hit of the evening was Johnny Hudgins, star of the Moulin Rouge, who appeared for the first time in his natural color. The audience was so delighted with his antics and his dancing that simply wouldn't let him off the stage. A program signed by all the stars on the program was then put up at auction, and after keen bidding, in which other stars of the Moulin Rouge took an active part, the program fell to Johnny Hudgins with a bid of 5,000 francs. Another colored star who won considerable applause was Miss Eabe Colos appearing at the New York Jazz Ballet performers. With the sum raised, a cafe is to be bought for the blind boxer. BUTTERBEANS AND SUSIE AT LAFAYETTE Those world-famous record stars and comedians, Butterbeans and Susie, will appear at the Lafayette Theatre next week at the head of the new revue stage by Jimmie Cooper, the noted hulque impressione. Butterbeans and Susie have an enjoyment and have made a hit in thethetes all over the country charging two and three dollars a seat. The new revue in which they will star will have its first New York City showing at the Lafayette Theatre next week. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 From Meccas to Melachrinos From Meccas to Melachrinos article by S. T. Whitney in answer to the gifted Theophilus Lewis. Having a copy of Mr. Whitney's "Mellow Musings" in my possession, and thinking him one of our intellectual young men, I decided to read his article. Great was the disappointment in store for me. Mr. Whitney's article, with the exception of a few high-sounding words, such as "idiosyncrasies," "bourgeois" and "intellegentia," could have been fruit borne by any illiterate mind. He cites (deleted) as an example of an astute showman. Blah! What utter rot. Does the race aspire to nothing better than the (deleted) and (also deleted)? How Mr. Whitney can deny that smut and suggestiveness are the basis of almost every show put on at (deleted), is absolutely beyond my comprehension. Well, if that's the thing the patrons of the (deleted) want, let them have it. The majority of them are merely hambone actors out of a job. A bunch of empty headed hit-wits. But must one dedicate the profession to such ignorant rabble? Johnny Hudgins, Miller and Lyles and a few others are trying to blaze the trail for Negro actors on the white stage, and that, after all is said and done, is the main thing. An actor hasn't reached the pinnacle of success until he is known among both white and colored. Another thing: Mr. Whitney speaks of the failure of the "better class" to support Negro productions. This race is noted for its decided lack of ability to stick together. Then why in God's name should the able Mr. Whitney condemn the Negro actor who makes his way in the white theatrical world? My advice to Mr. Whitney is for him to stick to "Mellow Musings" and the public will continue to think of him as an intellectual man of the race. As for me, I am a sadly deluded young lady. Guess that will hold our friend and associate for a while. The lady did not, apparently, read Mr. Lewis' answer to Mr. Whitney when she wrote that letter. If she had—oh, well, let us just imagine how charmed she would have been with that clear thinking brain and far-seeing eye, which has been focussed on the Negro theatrical world as it obtains in the theatrus catering to Negroes. We were forced to delete some things from the lady's letter as we did not want certain of our theatrical friends throwing all kinds of flits. The friend and associate who acted as the inspiration for the above paragraph is but another minnow leaving his natural habitat in the hinterland and its inland ponds and rivers to swim in the ocean where, as we stated before, only whales of this theatrical discussion should poke their little noirlies. We are personally reserving a few things which would burn up and wither our friend if he insists upon tickling the ribs of whales. CAD news continues to float out of Austria regarding the stand the Viennese are taking against Negroes appearing in their city. Thanks to some of our alert friends in Europe, we are constantly kept informed of the trend of things where our people are concerned as will be readily recognized by following these pages in The Amsterdam News. The latest bit of information brings us the news that slunk bombs, sneezing powder and other unsayable objects were thrown in the State Opera, Vienna, recently, thus bringing to a climax the half-musical, half-political fight against Ernst Krenek's jazz-opera "Johnny Plays Up," which has been the cause of heated arguments and street demonstrations since its first performance on New Year's Eve. The first to protest against the opera were the musical conservatives who did not seem to appreciate the presence of a Negro jazz band in the opera. Then some extreme Nationalists took the matter up, not because they objected to the modernist music, but because they have an aversion to Jews and Negroes. It is not quite clear how they connected these races with "Johnny," because the composer is not a Jew, and Negroes in Vienna are as rare as the dodo. But the Nationalist leaders convinced themselves that Vienna was "going to the dogs," and so they marshalled their followers in front of the opera every time "Johnny" appeared on the bills. Not content with cries and cat-calls in the streets, the Nationalists invaded the pit and galleries and attacked the mucous membranes of the audience and players. Handkerehtels, however, proved quite effective gas masks, and the police did the rest. Eight people were arrested and "Johnny" was played, jazmed and sung to the end. In the meantime, the square in front of the opera was turned into a pandemonium by hundreds of juvenile demonstrators, who vened their indignation on all persons whom they believed to be Jews. These, too, were dispersed by the police and twenty among them were arrested. Krenok's opera is the greatest operatic success recorded in Austria in a year. It continues to draw full houses, though this is partly owing to the publicity afforded by hostile attacks. In the meantime the direct information on Josephine Baker's attempted appearance in Vienna is brought to us through the correspondent of the Daily Express in London, who tells us that Miss Baker will become a modern Pied Piper of Hammel if the Hakenkreuzer Fascists persist successfully in their opposition to her appearance on a Vienna stage. Her impresario has secured an option on a theatre at Bratislava (formerly Pressburg), a large town just across the Czecho-Slovakian border, and there will be a temporary mass emigration from Vienna to its more liberal atmosphere if the Austrian authorities yield to the outcry of the Nationalist fanatics and prohibit her performance. Bratislava is within easy reach from Vienna by tramcar, train and steamer. Negotiations are already in full swing with the Czecho-Slovakian Legation in Vienna for special visa facilities, while a special "Josephine Baker Steamer Service" is also being arranged. Newspapers in Vienna are generally indignant with the Hakenkreuzler for making this usually liberal and artistic capital ridiculous in the eyes of the world by conferring on Josephine Baker the title of "the girl who shocked Vienna." The Theatre Directors' Association has nevertheless decided to boycott Josephine in deference to Hakenkreuzler agitation. Three leading theatres, however, which stand outside the association, the Volksoper, the bierger Theatre, and the Johann Strauss Theatre, are negotiating for her appearance. It is probable that the famous Johann Strauss operetta theatre will be the one to defy the Hakenkreuzler and offer its hospitality to Josephine Baker. MANY are the music lovers of high degree who have evinced great interest in a certain bit of steel, the little tuning fork which guides the Fisk Jubilee quintet through their interpretation in the voice of Mrs. Myers, Elizabeth Dryden says in a European paper. Ravel, the French composer, upon hearing the group for the first time, exclaimed: "It is one voice! I have never listened to such an ensemble!" The concert over, he lost no time in making his way to the reception room to congratulate James Myers whom he had understood to be the leader. But that richest of tenors waved his distinguished visitor toward Mrs. Myers with the words: "There is the one you are seeking. I have nothing to do with that part of the performance." Mrs. Myers, her wit equalling her modesty, raised the tiny tuning fork so familiar to those who never miss a Fisk concert: "Hero is the one you are really after," said she. Ravel learned at that moment that the simply clad slim figure whose rich contralto voice mingles in the "Fisk Five" not only gives the key for the next number in less time than the winking of an eye from that steel fork, but for fifteen years she has trained into perfect unison and pitch the voices surrounding her with nothing but that same fork to guide her own perfect enr. "Homage to perfection," wrote Ravel on his photograph which he gave to Mrs. Myers. Queen Mary, for whom, with King George, the group recently sang by command at Windsor, showed much interest and comprehension of this curious point in the work of the singers. Immediately upon coming forward at the end of the concert she asked to see the tuning fork, sounded it and asked Mrs. Myers how she had obtained so perfect an instrument, saying: "To master its use as you have done is a great art." The Queen then inquired if the work of the group was still one of devotion to the Negro University of Nashville, Tennessee, as that of the first Fisk singers who were received by Queen Victoria had been, asking many details about the university's progress. Her pleasure in being able to hear the successors of Queen Victoria's protégés was expressed with a gift sent later to the university. 685 Lenox Ave. --- N.W. Cor. 144th St. EIGHT (8) ALLEYS and TWENTY-FOUR (24) POCKET and CAROM TABLES (Continued from Page 8) witney in answer to the gifted Theodore Whitney's "Mellow Musings" in order of our intellectual young man, I am disappointed in store for me. Mr. of a few high-sounding words, such intellegenstia, could have been a cites (deleted) as an example of rot. Does the race aspire to not be deeded? Mr. can deny that smut and sugary show put on at (deleted), is all well, if that's the thing the patron it. The majority of them are much of empty headed nit-wits. But such ignorant rabble? Ms. Miller and Lyles and a few other actors on the white stage, and the main thing. An actor hasn't reach known among both white and colored of the failure of the "better class race is not noted for its desired lack of why in God's name should the able for who makes his way in the white Mr. Whitney is for him to stick to continue to think of him as an one, I am a sadly deluded young lad. Yours truly, I hold our friend and associate for me, read Mr. Lewis' answer to Mr. If she had—oh, well, let us just in men with that clear thinking brain discussed on the Negro theatrical wing to Negroes. We were forced to as we did not want certain of our fits. The friend and associate above paragraph is but another the hinterland and its inland ponds, as we stated before, only whale, take their little nostrils. We are po would burn up and wither our friend whales. Jew and Negro Baltera In Austria. ques to float out of Austria regar- taking against Negroes appearing in art friends in Europe, we are const- ingigs where our people are concern- ing these pages in The Amsterdam brings us the news that slunk hom- objects were thrown in the State A. W. SYKES Alhambra a Healthy Six-Month Old Success Crowns Efforts of Tireless Management of Harlem's Big Theatre Six months ago everybody said it couldn't be done and today it has been done—and mighty well done. Six months ago the big Alhambra Theatre stood closed—dingy and dusty the words to use the vernacular of show business, the theatre war "dark." Today it flashes in the sunlight—when there is any—and by night the electric glare beams on the thousands as they come and go—come expectantly and go happily. The lights it's all fun, but behind the scenes and in the various offices, workshops and rehearsal halls an immense amount of time, talent, patience and capital is expended to provide a new show and complete production every week for the people of Harlem and the many who journey from a distance. Assuming the public is serious business" is the motte of the Alhambra management. It is pretty well borne out by the fact that the members of the executive staff of the theatre are "on the job" practically day and night. After arriving at the theatre they never leave until everything is done that they need to do, even though it be far into the early morning. Even their meals are served to them in the workshops. Many a point is decided while consuming a salad and many an order is given over the coffees cups. The result of all this effort is seen in the rapidly growing popularity of the Alhambra. In theatrical circles it is said that never has a closed theatre been opened and "put over" so successfully in so short a time. Sandy Burns at The Alhambra "Joyland" Revue Coming to This House Next Monday Popular Sandy Burns is now at the Alhambra Theatre, joining the squad of comedians that already includes Sam Mannington and Nathan Manton. George Green and the rest. The audience received Sandy with exclamations of delight. "Flying High" is the musical comedy melange that marks the half-year birthday of the present Alhambra management. It culminates in an airplane flight which is cleverly done—a new effect in the Harlem stage. Extra effort seems to have been put in to make this week's show unique. The Alhambra Girls have a series of costumes that are just about the last word in splendor and the scenic backgrounds are of the richest silks and plushes. McCoy is also a newcomer, joining Ethel Ridley, Zudora and the irresistible "Mandy" Bandolph. There is a laughable sketch in a hotel which introduces Sandy Burns, a comedy in an insane asylum and many other bits and numbers, with the airplane flight as a sort of "Flying High" a lot and also applauded the photophy feature with Lila Lee in "The Midnight Girl." Thursday the feature changes to Ken Maynard in "The Gray Vulture" for the balance of the week. Wednesday's midnight ramble promises to be an event of great gatsby at the Alhambra. "Bighorn" Next Week. It will be no easy task to follow the present show with one equally enjoy- Renaissance Took the Quintette Into C Hudson County Giants Coming Champs in Harlem Sum Continue (By FR) The Renaissance Five continue during the past week when they def metropolitan district. On Washington's Birthday night the Assumption Triangles of Brook team has always been a hard one for upon to give the colored champion Douglas bunch has been playing at two months, and won with plenty to at times during the game. The Renaissance showed such performers as Povey, Clough, Mitc court men in any company, were many of their points were made on Saunders and Saatch led the Renaissance went back to that city to think it over. Sunday night the fast and dam from their Jersey lair to battle with more successful than the Assumption a 40 to 26 score. The Reds have piled up an envoy on their home court in Union City, he found such teams as the Origin delphia American League teams, Olton to this they have twice defeated Renaissance Took Famous Brooklyn Quintette Into Camp at the Casino Hudson County Giants Coming to Do Battle With Colored Champs in Harlem Sunday Night — The Boys Continue to Go Big (By FRANCIS.) The Renaissance Five continued their championship performances during the past week when they defeated two of the fastest teams in the metropolitan district. On Washington's Birthday night at Manhattan Casino they trimmed the Assumption Triangles of Brooklyn by the score of 16 to 25. This team has always been a hard one for any team to beat, and were looked upon to give the colored champions a great deal of trouble, but the Douglas bunch has been playing at the top of their form for the past two months, and won with plenty to spare, though the going was tough at times during the game. The Renaissance showed such a perfect defense that such sterling performers as Povey, Clough, Mitchell and McDonnell, all dangerous court men in any company, were seldom able to break through, and many of their-points were made on long shots from midcourt. Jenkins, Saunders and Satch led the Renaissance offensive, and the Brooklyntes went back to that city to think it over. Sunday night the fast and dangerous Union City Reds came over from their Jersey hair to battle with the champions, but they were no more successful than the Assumption Triangles, taking the small end of a 40 to 26 score. The Reds have piled up an enviable record during the present season on their home court in Union City, N. J., and among their victims will be found such teams as the Original Celtics, the Cleveland and Philadelphia American League teams, Olsens 'Terrible Swedes, etc. In addition to this they have twice defeated the Renaissance while losing once. In the game on Sunday night the Reds showed why they have been so successful, for their work was classy and at all times threatening, but the Renaissance were out to ecn up the series, and always went one better than their opponents. The first half ended 19 to 12 in favor of the Rams, but as is usual with the team, the momentum of their offensive, and tightened up their defense, after which it was only a question as to how large the score would be. Holding a team like the Reds to only six points in one half tells the whole story of the Renaissance defense. Hilton Schoen, the serpentine captain of the team, who plays equally well in any position, was up at the forward end, and played his usual stellar game, getting two field goals and fiving four fouls out of five tries for a perfect record of the evening. ```markdown ``` Senegalese Boxer Made Blind in the Ring, for Whose Benefit Colored Actors Appeared in Paris, France. able. Next week's offering is called "Joyland," and again the Alhambra folks promise surprises. Sandy Burns and Sam Blannage have some novelty in store. The principal picture for the program starting Monday is Don Coleman, the hard riding plainman, in "The Bronco Stomper." Miller Show at The Lafayette Feature Picture, "The Gorilla," Shares Honors With New Offering With a cast of old and new favorites Irwin Miller's "Harlem Privilettes" opened a week's engagement at the LaFayette Theatre on Monday. It is by far, says an observer, the best of excellent cast, a fine jazz band, dazzling costumes and gorgeous scenery into a wonderful evening's entertainment. Gallie De Gaston bears the brunt of the comedy and acts as a sort of master of ceremonies. Rucker and Perrin, the famous Keith headliners, and two other well-known performers supply the rest of the fun. The new consellants are the Misses Josephine Byrd and Marie Gonzalez. Marcia Marquez appears in several roles throughout the revue. Harriet Calloway, a newcomer, stopped the show with a fine exhibition of duncling. Miss Lafayette Theatre audiences are certain to see more of her in the immediate future. The band, under the leadership of Paul Craig, performed exceedingly well, both in the "pit" and on the stage. An interesting novelty in the show was the playing of a septette—seven specially built planes playing at one time. The feature picture for the week was enjoyed by the Monday audience almost as much as the revue. This is "The Gerliola," the screen adaptation of the famous stage melodrama, "The Gerliola" is one of the "creepiest" and most absorbing mystery dramas filmed this year. As a film it is even greater than the stage play. The scene where the gorilla carries off the girl left the audience gagging and gales of laughter eratically sweep ever while Charlie Murray, as the hard-boiled dejective, about solving the mystery of the strangest murder that ever baffled the police. Both stage and screen offer wonderful entertainment at the Lafayette Theatre this week. Famous Brooklyn Camp at the Casino going to Do Battle With Colored Sunday Night — The Boys to Go Big (ANCIS.) and their championship performances created two of the fastest teams in the at Manhattan Casino they trimmed by the score of 16 to 25. This for any team to beat, and were looked as a great deal of trouble, but the top of their form for the past spare, though the going was tough. a perfect defense that such sterling shell and McDonnell, all dangerous seldom able to break through, and long shots from midcourt. Jenkins,issance offensive, and the Brooklynites or. dangerous Union City Reds came over with the champions, but they were no on Triangles, taking the small end of a table record during the present season N. J., and among their victims will real Celtics, the Cleveland and Philasens' Terrible Swedes, etc. in addi- tive the Renaissance while losing once. country, who has been on the side lines with an injured fighter the past two months, and who had a lot of basket snouldering in his system, was sent in by Manager Daughns, and with his finger still in bandages tossed in 8 of the prettiest basket snoulders on any court, and in addition held his man to four points, of which came through a flick of the blade. Hilton Slomow, a versatile captain of the team, who plays equally well in any position, was up at the front end, and played his usual steller game, getting two field goals and caging five fouls out of five tries for a perfect record of the evening. Next Sunday night the Hudson "You You" --- unity Glants will be the guests of theenaissance quintette and we arecomised a surprise by the Jeromeytes, during the week the Rena will play inthe following cities: Monday, Great Burlington, Mass; Tuesday, Pitfalls, Mass; thursday, Boston, Mass; at which citythey will play the Philadelphia ColorGlants; Friday, Sandwich, Mass; and Saturday they play theAmerican region at Pitmouth, Mass. This gamewill be broadcasted through stationDEI of Boston, Mass, a tribute to the ability of the Colored Champions.These games defeated the Monitors 9 to 25,and clinched third place in the league. next Sunday the Scholastics and theOriental-Diamonds will meet to decide theinner of the league championship,oth teams being tied for first place.In the preliminary game on Wednesdaynight the Glubartar Girls and theassumption Girls played to a 15-15 tie,the score was. RENAISSANCE. Goals Fouls Total Satich, f. 4 1 9 Tickes, f. 8 1 7 Hill, f. 0 0 0 Jamders, c. 3 5 11 Jenkins, g. 3 7 13 Why Are Miller & of All Co YOU WILL UND YOU SEE THEM FELLOW “Keep S Miller & Lyles the of All Comedians? WILL UNDERSTAND EE THEM AND ALL FELLOW STARS IN ep Shuffl YOU WILL UNDERSTAND WHEN YOU SEE THEM AND ALL THEIR FELLOW STARS IN Their Latest Musical Masterpiece DALY'S LY'S 63rd THEATRE Your Seats Early at Box Office at Prices You Can Afford! N'T MISS THE FAMILY Show Each Thurs (Curtain at 11:45) S WEDNESDAYS AND S COLN THEATRE Lenox Avenue, at 135th Street Commencing Monday, SIDEWALKS OF HA DALY'S 63rd ST. THEATRE Buy Your Seats Early at the Box Office at Prices You Can Afford! (Curtain at 11:45) MATINEES WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS LINCOLN THEATRE Lenox Avenue, at 135th Street Week Commencing Monday, Feb. 27 THE SIDEWALKS OF HARLEM Tompson --- Freddie de Mills --- Emma Jae Elinore Johnson and BROWN TILLER GIRL SCREEN - THURSDAY T Thompson in Jesse Slim Thompson --- Freddie Robinson Maude Mills --- Emma Jackson Elinore Johnson 10 --- BROWN TILLER GIRLS --- 10 ON THE SCREEN - THURSDAY TO SUNDAY Fred Thompson in Jesse James Saturday, Sunday and Monday, Maroh 3, 4, 5 A MIGHTY EPIC OF THE AIR! With RAYMOND KEANE and BARBARA KENT A Picture of Grim Realty, Heart Throbs and Thrills Bloocum, g. ..... 2 2 4 15 16 46 ASSUMPTION. Goals Fouls To Clough, f. ..... 3 8 0 Selvert, f. ..... 0 0 0 Relley, f. ..... 0 1 1 Wilah, c. ..... 2 0 4 Povoy, g. ..... 2 2 4 Mitchel, g. ..... 1 8 0 8 9 20 RENAISSANCE. Goals Fouls To Slocum, f. ..... 2 5 1 Salch, f. ..... 1 2 5 Saunders, c. ..... 8 0 3 Jenkins, g. ..... 8 1 1 Muyers, g. ..... 8 1 1 18 14 40 UNION CITY. Goals Fouls To Powers, f. ..... 1 2 1 Bernam, f. ..... 1 1 1 Olcher, f. ..... 1 1 1 Malone, c. ..... 3 4 10 Angiano, g. ..... 1 1 1 Pickens, g. ..... 0 8 1 7 12 8 Referee, "Dutch" Huiswould; time 28 minutes. Lyles the Greatest medians? DERSTAND WHEN AND ALL THEIR STARS IN hufflin'" at 63rd ST. Now at STARRING NINE Best Sport Pages in Greater New York GIRL WALKER TELLS OF TRIP Brought Up Lame in Maryland Town and Had to Hitch-Hike Says She Believes in Physical Culture and Was Benefited By CORA L. BYRD. From childhood I always wanted to be strong and self-reliant. For many years it appeared that my outdoor life and physical culture should render me and capable to meet any obstacle calling for physical strength without ear. But how can I convince myself that I am real, not a mike-believe? For months I have been questioned, but suddenly decided to take a trip to the nation's capital (Washington, D.C.) alone, on foot and with but a cipher or other valuables. 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GIANTS TAKE OVER FRANCHISE Important Business Transacted at Joint Meeting of Baseball Men PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Representatives of the Eastern Colored Baseball League and the National Negro Baseball League held a joint meeting and banquet here Tuesday and Wednesday, February 21 and 22. But just before the joint meeting the Easterners held an important business meeting. At this meeting Col. Strathers, owner of the Harlem Basketball Club, attended the fraternity's club and this franchise was given over to the Lincoln Giants, who withdrew from the league last summer. In returning to the league James J. Keenan, owner of the Lincoln, conceded the right of the Western League to the services of Montalvo and agreed to return this player to the Cuban Stars of Chicago. By the withdrawals of Harrisburg, the players on that team became the property of the league and each of the other member teams drew for them. Os. Or Charleston, however, had the Bacharach Giants; Johnny Bookwell will sport the Hildale uniform; "Pats" Jankins and Dixon went to Baltimore and the Lincoln got Cannady, shortstop, and Sam Cooper, pitcher. The other players went to the Binghamton. Among other important business transacted by the eastern organization was the transferring of the Bacharach Giants' franchise to Ke Washington of Atlantic City, who is the new owner of this team. It was also decided to have the Bacharach Giants' franchise be reported to Rollo Wilson, Philadelphia representative of the Pittsburgh Courier, will succeed Lloyd P. Thompson to this position. The next meeting of the eastern mongue will be in New York, when a bid for the 1923 season will worked out. The season will open April 13. MONTCLAIR Y. M.C.A. TO VISIT 15TH ST. Y. M.D. On Saturday, March 3, the Y. M. D. of the West 135th street Branch will face the strong Montclair, N. J., Y. M. C. A. team in what should be one of the best attractions played during the current season. The Montclair aggregation will come to New York under the supervision of James N. Williams, who but recently was the physical director of the Boys' Department and is now located in the Jersey Association. The Mary game will bring together the Inter-Branch Y. M. C. A. teams from the Institute and 135th Street Branches. The first game will be called at 7:30 p. m. The public is welcome to the games which are played every Saturday evening. PHIL EDWARDS SILENCES SKEPTICS Phil Edwards, crack flyer of New York University, once again allied skeptees who have questioned his gameness. Edwards was set a yard behind the National champions at Madison Square Garden, Saturday night, at the start of the final of the 600 yard run, for some unexplicable reason. He was off last and had to stage a spectacular bit of the game, the Lorenzen Lenses, of the New York A, G, A. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Harold Jackson Stopped Cliff Cross in Return Bout Harold Jackson, colored flyweight protege of Andy Laptula, showed plenty of heart in knocking out Cliff Cross, of Bay Ridge, after one minute and 12 seconds of the second round alst Friday night at the 106th Infantry Armory. Jacksonwelghed 112½; Cross, 111. Jackson, who had been stopped by Cross in one round two weeks ago, kept poking his left hand into Cliff's face with lightning-like rapidity. Cross bounced ten or twelve of his famed knockout right-hand punches off Harold's chin, but the colored lad wisely stayed in a shell until Cliff had punched himself out. A wild right near the close of the session sent Harold down for a count of seven, but he got up and continued his jabbing tactics. Jackson went right out to finish Cliff in the second and got the Bay Ridge battler on the ropes, where he punched away with everything he had. Cross went down and arose groggy and helpless at the count of three. Harold sent in another barrage of punches and Cliff went down and out. No Blame if Somebody Pushes Finger Into Mouth Owen Davis, elevator operator in the Vernon avenue tower of the Queensboro Bridge, Long Island City, bit the finger of Oreste Franciolet. Davis said it was an accident. Franciolet, who lives at 768, Vernon avenue, Long Island City, was brought before Magistrate Thomas F. Doyle in the Long Island City Magistrates' Court, and charged with disorderly conduct. Oreste countered by charging that Owen bit his finger. Davis said. "I didn't bite his finger, judge. I was talking. Naturally my mouth was opening at and shuffling. He kept poking his face at my face and all of a sudden I went into my mouth and my mouth shut on it." Central Wins Track Honors The Brooklyn Central Y. M. C. A. carried off highest honors in the first national Y. M. C. A. track meet on February 22, having scored 47 points. Cincinnati Central came second, with 28 points. Much credit is to be given our athletes in their first attempt at the national title, but they fought hard to the end in each event entered. M. Deny was the most valiant effort in the finals of the Y 220, finishing fourth. A. Williams, although placing in the trials for the 440, sacrificed a possible place in the finals by saving himself for the relay. He was the first to win with leg trouble while running third in the half mile and was forced to withdraw. S. Lomax made a wonderful attempt to cut down a five-man lead in the relay by picking up two and finishing fourth. Trottman and Lomax, although trailing in the two-mile, finished strong. Lomax, ill-fated, made desperate attempts to place in their events the 220, high jump and 440, respectively. BLUE BIRD TEAM WINS The Blue Bird Girls basketball team defeated the Abassina Girls Saturday evening by a score of 11 to 6. 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Brefeyne Half Mile—Phil Edwards, long-striding, dusky New York University ace, added to his impressive series of victories by winning the first leg on the Brefeyne Cup in the half-mile special in 1 minute 67 seconds, beating Eddie Swindleburn of the New York A. C. by a yard after a fast sprint behind in the last lap.竞赛 Dusault of Georgetown was third, and William Warden of New York C. fourth. The New York University boy showed a brand of courage that could not be denied in fighting his way past Swindburne in a stitling duel through the woods. Edward's superior speed, fought off his rival's bid on the turn, then bore out from the pole until Edwards, in his attempt to charge past the big ex-Georgetown runner, was almost backed up against the Garden masonry, with the last lungs in the final stretch, swept to the van to breast the tane, the winner. One Mile College Relay—Phil Edwards, returning to the track an hour after his Bresfray half-mile triumph and running his last log in 49 3-5 seconds, the world's indoor record, won the metropolitan on-mile college relay championship by running the 3:25-4.5, beating Fordham by 15 yards. Rutgers was third. Fred Velt, third man for New York University, handed Edwards the lead as he has done consistently this season, and Edwards streaked around the oval with his tremendous strides to open a huge gape on "Artie" O'Connor, Marion anchor, 600-841, Bowie High School championship, 600-841, Lynch, Sheppard and Church, dusky runners from De Wit Clinton, by running an impressive, sensational race, again proved their mattle and their ability to hold their own against all comers. Time 3.31 4-5. Lorenzo Perkins, whose picture was to appear in the Saturday Evening World as the crack 600 runner of Comerica, was running his school team did not run in the New York A. C. games Monday night, but he will be entered in the Clinton meet early in March. Carlton Wins Two On Saturday, February 18, two of Carlton's representative basketball teams emerged victorious by close scores—horses, 28-17, and seniors, 32-30. The senior boys won a fast and well played game from the Eastern District boys, while the seniors repeated the act with the Eastern District seniors. The latter game was slip and tuck most of the way, in that both teams were determined to win. Eastern District seniors are holding second place in the league and Carlton expected a hard game. The team suffered its third defeat at the hands of the Wallace Club. The visitors displayed a wonderful game of ball, especially on the offensive. Seemingly, they broke through Carlton's defense at will. Score: Wallace, 47; M. D. M., 38. Officials. A. Wilson and Joan Brown. Thousand Frogs on a Log Laughed off by EMMETT MILLER ... he starred in Al G. Field's Minstrel "I saw a doctor and he told me to drink licker; one hour be- fore going to bed. I drank it for 45 min. and couldn't hold no more." "Here's a cat that howled all night long. But I stopped him. I cut his tail off." "Sam, you can't stop him that way." "I stopped this one. I cut his tail off up to his neck." 40976 10 in. 75c Thousand Frogs on a Log Brother Bill Comic Dialogue by EMMETT MILLER, Assisted by Roy Cowan RACE OKEH ELECIRC RECORDS OKEH PHONOGRAPH CORP. 14 West 18th Street, New York Machine Clinches Title for Eastern League Pennant By virtue of its one-pided victory over the Tuxedo Tigers last Friday night, the smooth clotting Red and Black machine of St. Christopher practically clinched the Eastern League title and the right to meet the winners of Defiant Hubbard's Midwestern League for the world's amateur title. The team, one of those world affairs that is inevitable when a medicine team meets a skilled passing aggregation. Eddie Corbin and Pat Murphy led the attack for the home boys, with the strutting Peacock doing his stuff for the visitors. With four more players like Jimmy the Tigers would make the going hot for any bunch in the country. Dick Seay, infinitely talented in the league, badly lacerated knies and Gloomy Coach Bradford is saving him for the championship series. The Salma will meet the Capitol Club of Ashbury Park on March 7 as part of the festivities that the Associated Basketball Club has planned to go along with the New York Collegian-Vandal game at the Renaissance Casino. The demand for another appearance of the collegiate basketball team has been so loud that it has been necessary to bring them back on that date. **ST. CHRISTOPHER.** **Goals** Fouls Points White, f. 4 2 10 Hill, f. 2 1 5 Scott, c. 3 0 6 Corbin, g. 5 0 10 Satchel, g. 1 1 3 Murphy, g. 0 0 0 Beavers, g. 1 0 0 **TUXEDO TIGERS.** **Goals** Fouls Points Peacock, f. 2 2 8 Raymond, f. 2 0 4 Langeley, g. 0 0 0 Gould, g. 0 0 0 Clarke, g. 0 0 0 Jones, g. 0 0 0 Bell, g. 1 0 2 Farley, g. 0 0 0 Majesties Lose and Win On Sunday afternoon, February 19, the Majesties met defeat at the hands of the N. Y. Whippets of Union Settlement by the score of 37-27. "Dutch" Lancaster, star of Stuyvesant High School, stalled by N.Y. Y. Nervily starred for the victor. On Tuesday evening, February 21, the Majesties traveled up to New Haven, Conn., and took revenge for their defeat by soundly trouncing the Dixwell Community Club by the score of 12-8. On the short end of a 12-8 score, but spurred in the second half and held their opponents to six foul shots. WATSON HASN'T CONTRACT YET Football Coach at Howard Up in the Air About Future Plans WASHINGTON, D. C.-Unless definite steps are taken very soon that will acquaint Louis L. Watson with the intention of Howard University authorities in regard to his retention as head coach of football, it begins to look very much like Mr. Watson will not be a member of the faculty when the next quarter begins. The university has failed, thus far, to tender Mr. Watson a contract for his retention as football coach, and indulgence are that no contract will be passed until late spring or early summer, if at all. Meanwhile, Mr. Watson has made it known that he is reluctant about waiting. A contract calling for the employment of Coach Watson for a term of three years at a small increase in salary was approved some time ago by the Board of Athletic Control. For some reason or other, however, the athletic department handed Coach Watson for his signature. Contract Availa Trustee Approval. Asked for a reason for this slow action on the part of the university, Dr. E. P. Davis, chairman of the Board of Athletic Control, told a Washington Tribune reporter that the contract could not be turned over to Mr. Watson without the approval of the Board of Athletic Control, but the decision at meet will the close of the present school year, which is the latter part of May or early June. While this, it is said, is the regular routine for business of this nature, it is presumed that the approval of the Board of Trustees is merely a matter of form. Once a recommendation of the Board of Trustees Control is approved by the executive committee, a copy of three faculty members, three alumni, three students, the secretary-treasurer and the director of physical education, it seldom, if ever, meets with refusal from the trustee board. This executive committee meets several times monthly and, prior to the present admittance, meets with the director to consider recommendations soon after they reach the committee. After such consideration the coach was advised whether the recommendation had met with their approval or not: Four Teams Survive Semi Final Round at Tournament Newark, Orange, Bordentown and Atlantic City are still represented in the colored amateur basketball tournament of the Bordentown Manual Training School as a result of the semi-final games played here Saturday night, February 25. A capacity crowd of 500 witnessed the games. In the Junior contests, an 185 pound overwhelmed Trenton Community Reserves overwhelmed Trenton Community "Cubs by a 23-12 score, and the Bronxides Quis of Bordentown pose our Student Cun off Juniors of Newark in a hair raising battle which ended 20-18 after an extra time perk. Both winning teams showed excellent team work and pacing which was unusual for junior teams, while personal fouls proved bolted together. Pavorites ran true to form in the two senior games when a powerful senior five of Student Council of Newark trampled over a crippled Rinky Dink outfit to the tune of 36-18, and when the Titan Boars of Orange outshoot Trenton Community "Y" by a 45-23 count. Student Council of Newark played game, getting the tail from center and taking the ball down the the court at will. Rinky Dink, at Atlanta City's senior outfit, were hampered by the absence of two first string men, and their defence showed serious holes. Sam Tucker at center for the Newarkers dominated the court. Titan Boars and let down stably in the second half when Trenton garnered most of their 29 points. The results of these games bring the junior teams of Bordentown and Atlantic City "T" together in the final noxxtime Saturday, March 3. The Student Council five will meet Titan Beara in the championship of the State. Following the games, Principal Valentine of the Bordentown School will present the winning teams with the championship trophies awarded by the Bordentown Athletic Council. Large crowds of fans from Bordentown and the trip to Bordentown and will attend the reception to the winning teams which will follow the games. GODFREY AND BASQUE READY An Associated Press despatch from Los Angeles brings the information that Pauline Uzedum, the Basque heavyweight boxer, finding himself in prime physical condition, today began tapering off in training for his ten-round bout here next Tuesday night with George Godfrey. Walking, a few minutes of calls there and a little work of the bag, will be all the training the cutum will do until time for him to go into the ring. A slight less-learning up of the training grind Godfrey has been going through for the last few weeks also was noted at the Negro dancer's camp near Oak, U.S. A Hollywood producer has arranged to take motion pictures of the fight to sold directly to the South American countries and Mexico, South American countries and Mexico, Jim Daugherty, manager of Godfrey, announced today. A meeting was called for today a which George V. Hikee, veteran Californi sight manager who has been selected to referee, will instruct Ugo Dun and Godfrey regarding the rule under which the bout will be conducted. 1 A PAGE OF Debate on Companionate Marriage Drew Hundreds to Brooklyn Sunday Discussion Ably Handled by Representatives of Local Clubs, Who Were Highly Complimented by Audience at the Conclusion The Acme Associates' Club triumphed over the Carlyle Literary and Dramatic Club in a very interesting debate on the question "Is Companionate Marriage the Social Salvation of Youth?" The debate took place before a crowded house at the John Wesley M. E. Church, 305 Pacific street, near Hoyt street, of which the Rev. W. A. Hubbard is pastor, on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 26. Egbert Wiltshire was captain of the victorious Acme team. His associates were Leonard Lasley and Claude Eastmond. The Carlyle team was headed by Cyril A. Wilson. The other members of the team were Bertrand Racker and Miss Anna L. Williams. John H. Neal, financial secretary of Fleet Street A. M. E. Zion Church, presided in the place of the pastor, who was detained. The judges were H. Nicholsburg, of the U. S. District Attorney's office in Manhattan; C. De Leon, and William Levine, of the College of the City of New York. The debate was preceded by a fine musical program. SECOND SECTION Debate on Company Drew Hundreds Discussion Ably Handled by Clubs, Who Were His Audience at t The Acme Associates' Club t and Dramatic Club in a very inter- pantonate Marriage the Social Sal- place before a crowded house at the ciffo street, near Hoyt street, of whi- on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 26. E victorious Acme team. His associat Eastmond. The Carlyle team was headed b ers of the team were Bertrand B John H. Neal, financial secretary o presided in the place of the pastor, H. Nicholsburg, of the U. S. Distri- De Leon, and William Levine, of t The debate was preceded by a fine The young people who took the negative side portrayed companionate marriage as destructive to our social system. It overemphasized sex and ignored the higher and more spiritual things of life. The Acme team also offered a remedy for the salvation of the youth by teaching them the ways of saving the younger generation it lay in training along economic, education, and teaching the young people to value quantity and morality. As to the question of two young people getting married when the husband is not making sufficient funds to maintain the home the Acme team said that the wife should help until such time that conditions changed. "For the wife to be treated like a real human being and not be brought up to believe that she is a human parasite." The Carlyle team put up a brilliant verbal defense of their side of the question and with their convincing, cogent, and logical argument were glorious in their defeat. They pictured companionate marriage as "legal marriage with a legal birth order," with wives divorcing and there are no children no alloyment should be given." They brought out the point that companionate marriage did not mean free love and unlawful marriage relationship. The members of the team in a very mild manner portrayed how many young people are restrained from marriage because of economic conditions and are not married in legal methods because of these conditions. They also contended that companionate marriage is already a fact in a large measure, and that it would be better than the present "bootleg methods of birth control." They also claimed that it would reduce the number of divorces and would have a stable marriage and ensure a marriage against the present day evils. Upon the close of the debate, Dr. Brown, pastor of Fleet Street A. M. E. Zion Church, who had arrived during the debate, was called upon by Mr. Neal to make a presentation to the local community. It was a court session and was received by Mr. Wiltshire in behalf of his team. Prior to the debate a very interesting musical program was rendered. Among those who took part were Mr. Matthews, who rendered several pleasing tenor sols; Mr. Eastmard, cornet solo; Mr. Carter, piano solos, and Mr. Clark. The services were closed by the pastor, Dr. W. A. Hubbard, who stated that while there had been some apprehension as to the advisability of holding such a debate in a church he was pleased to note that while the subject was a delicate one no side had overstepped bounds of propriety, so should also be allowed that our people should be a seven day and not a one day institution in the community. Hudson Valley Conference Of Women's "Y" in Jamaica The Hudson Valley Conference of the Girl Reserves of the Young Women's Christian Association, which convened February 18 and 19, proved for a great success. The members of the Blue Triangle Service Club of the Y. W. C. A. opened up their home to the large number of out-of-town delegates in attendance. Those acting as hostesses to the delegates were Mesdames Gladys Smith, Theresa Marshall, Edna Hardy, Charlize Vanessa Victoria Lark, Cora Millier, Sara Christian, Ella George, Rita Jones, Webb and Smith, and Miss Helen Morris. The drive for the maintenance fund of the Y. W. C. A. for the fiscal year 1925 is still on. So far it has been very successful, and we wish to thank, all our contributors for their kind response. OSMAN TO DIE IN APRIL Ronald Osman, Negro, who shot and killed Daniel Kaskoenas, propeller of a restaurant at 118 Myrtle avenue, Brooklyn, last August when he was ordered to leave, was sentenced Friday to die in the electric chair in the week of April 2. County Judge Nova, Brooklyn, imposed sentence. W. H. WALLACE, JR. Funeral Directors Service, Courtesy, Refinement OFFICE 2 FLEET STREET RESIDENCE 31 FLEET ST. BROOKLYN, N. Y. Office and Resident Phone Triangle 9342. 4538 Prospect ELLSWORTH'S EXPRESS. LOCAL AND LONG DISTANCE MOVING Piano Moving and General Tracking 16 PUTNAM AVENUE BROOKLYN, N. Y. Storage Shipping Brooklynt Phone Triangle 8580 MARY LANE & ARNETA PENN 139 BUFFIELD STREET BROOKLYN, N. Y. Smith Enters Annulment Suit Wife Alleges He Is One of the Wealthiest "Bankers" Delacey Smith, alleged rich policy banker, has an income from his "land-destine business" of more than $30,000 a year, according to his wife, Mrs Ernestine S. Smith, of 477 Waverley avenue, who applied to Supreme Court Justice Riegelmann last week for $250 weekly alimony and $5,000 counsel fees pounding trial of his annulment suit against Mrs. Smith alleged that her husband owns an apartment house at 162 Adelphi street, where he lives, worth $65,000, and has an income from his alleged policy activities of $1,000 a week. She alleged that he carries accounts in half dozen banks. His gross earnings, from the banks, amounted to $6,000 a week, but the overhead and the ups and downs of the policy game, she said, reduced it to $1,000. Smith asks an annulment on the ground that when he married his wife ten years ago she had another husband, Jerry Edwards. She denies ever married Edwards and files a counterclaim to get that last Labor Day she found in her apartment at the Adelphi street address with another woman, who was attired in a silk nightdress. Denying this charge, Smith alleged that his wife's estimate of his wealth is mostly imagination. His bank account shows a balance of only $46.58, while he was in jail for playing policy games. He bargained that his wife had his safe opened and took out $2,500, all the ready cash he had. Previously, he alleged, his wife forged checks on his bank account and reduced the balance from $508 to two cents. Mrs. Smith denied this allegation. She said it was a joint account. She said her husband told her to open the safe to her money for her pressing needs, but that all she found there was $6 in pennies. Decision was reserved. Stephen Bailey, Well Known Brooklyn Man, Buried Stephen Bailey, 61, one of the best known characters in the downtown section, died in the Cumberland Street Hospital on Thursday, Feb. 23. Mr. Bailey had been ill for some time and was taken to the hospital a few days prior to his death. He lived at 64 Fleet place. Up to a few years ago he was known as one of the best chefs in New York City and was also active in several fraternities. Funeral services were held at the Union Baptist Church, Sunday afternoon, Feb. 26. The pastor, the Rev. Matthew Marsh, officiated. The sermon was followed by services by the Elks and the Knights of Pythias. Exalted Ruler Emmanuel Broussard of Liberty Lodge No. 217 of the Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the World, of which Mr. Bailey was a member, conducted the Elk ritual for the dead. Then the members of Unity Lodge headed by Chancellor Commandment Marry Stephans conducted their rites. The church was filled to capacity with sorrowing friends of the deceased. There were many floral tributes sent by his host of friends. The deceased is survived by a widow and daughter. The graves in the Evergreen Cemetery under the direction of William H. Wallace Jr. Clifton Place Woman Host At Dinner Party Sunday Clifton Place Woman Host At Dinner Party Sunday Miss Maria J. Saunders proved a very charming hostess at a dinner which she gave at her home, 281 Clifton place, on Sunday, February 19. Preceding the dinner the guests were delightfully entertained by piano selection underdressed by Miss Helen Hazel of Brooklyn. At the conclusion the guests retired to the dining room where the culinary art of an efficient caterer and the elaborate decorations aided in making the evening an unusually pleasant one. The soloist for the occasion was Mrs. Beatrice Watson. The guests were: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Williams, Miss Edna Webb, Mrs. Royd, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Hattie E. Harvey and Miss Alice Lawn, all of New York City: Mr. Joel Williams, all of Charleston, S. C. Mr. and Mrs. C. Fox of Jamaica, L. I.; Mrs. Mary E. Jackson, Miss Helen Huzel and Mrs. Brook of Brook- lyn. New York City 112 West 133rd Street Phone Morningside 0883 FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND EMBALMERS Prompt Service at Moderate Rates Funeral Parlor and Chapel Free PERSONAGES FEATURED IN THE WEEK'S NEWS PERSONAGES FEATURED IN THE WEEK'S NEWS M. B. EDWARD H. PERRY, of 80-09 Parsons Boulevard, Jamaica, Was Granted an Interlocutory Degree Against His Wife, Ethel Moore Perry, in Part III of the Supreme Court on Monday Morning, Justice Callahan Presiding. Cooper Resigns From Office After serving five consecutive years as president of the Pullman Porters' Athletic and Social Club, John F. Cooper, prominent fraternal man of 64 Schenectady avenue, Brooklyn, has retired from that office. At a recent meeting of the club, held at its home, 105 W. 138th street, Manhattan, the annual election of officers for the ensuing year was held, and while much effort was put forth to have Mr. Cooper serve another year he declined a nomination and put his influence behind W. H. Bowe, who was elected by a large majority. In his farewell address, which was received with great applause, Mr. Cooper expressed his appreciation of the able assistance him in the accomplishments of many improvements for the good of the club and excoriated the cynics who, professing interest in the club, did not give much helpful support as they could have. He reviewed the five years of his tenure of office and his method adopted to straighten out the difficulties that had brought his predecessor to disaster; how the faithful few rallied to him; how the firm and a formal condition he found upon entering office and how well situated the club he upon his retirement. He paid a glowing tribute to the secretary of the club, Mrs. Clare, and the two stewards, and asked for a more charitable dealing then by members of the organization "to help Mr. Cooper would have them do unto you," said Mr. Cooper. At the conclusion of his address, Mr. Cooper was requested to retire from the meeting room. Upon his return he was not then informed of what transpired during his absence, but the secret that his brother had voted to recover that his brother had voted to life membership with full benefits and exempt from dues and taxes. Mr. Bowe, who succeeds Mr. Cooper as president of the club, has been associated with it in various capacities for many years, and comes to the office efficient and fully prepared to carry out the policies of his distinguished predecessor. Local lodge members express the hope that Mr. Cooper will now find a place in the lodge. Lodge 11, F., and A. M. Alpha Lodge 131, G. U. O. of O. F., and Brooklyn Lodge 32, I. B. P. O. E., of which he is a member. Annual Fair at Carlton Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A. Annual Fair at Carlton Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A. A new kind of bazaar will be held this year from March 14 to 16 inclusive, at the Carlton Avenue "Y." Each month of the year will be represented by its symbolic jewel and flower. An elaborately decorative color scheme will be worked out. Each booth will have a candidate "Queen of the Fete," for Committee hold in that meeting Monday evening, February 20. A. Q. Martin is chairman, and Mrs. M. X. Alston, with her committee of ladies in charge of booths, will be responsible for decorations. On account of the shortness of time the committee will meet every Monday and Friday evening until the fete opens. More workers are needed and the branch expands to attractive programs are being arranged for each evening. Tickets are now on sale. THE NEW YORK Amsterdam News NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Brooklyn News and Social Briefs Mrs. Lutie Lytle Cowan, of New Palis, N. Y., was the week-end guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Y. Young at their home, 207 Butler street. Mrs. Janus Jackson, mother of B. Oliver Jackson, the leader of the Democrats of the Florida Party, who has been ill at the home of her son, 196 Albes square, is on the road to recovery. The husbands of the ladies of the Cameo Club entertained the wives at the Elks' Home, 1068 Fulton street, on Monday evening, Feb. 20. Harry H. President, president of the Husband's Club, decorated the home for the celebration and produced many unique ideas. Mrs. Gertrude Martin is president of the Cameo Club. The features of the evening were dancing and "600." Mrs. William Hennix won first prize, a handsome standing lamp. Mrs. Chester Garren won second prize, a card table. The third prize was won by Mrs. Morris. Mr. Clarence Johnson was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. James N. Durant at their home, 125 Bainbridge street, a few days ago. Edward Jones, one of the active members of Brooklyn Lodge of Elks, served on the jury in the Lee Avenue Municipal Court last week. He was the only colored man on the jury. The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Get-Together Club, of which Mrs. Clyde Hunter is president, was entertained by Miss Rebecca E. Fish at her home, 1734 Fulton street, following their regular monthly meeting last week. A splendid collation was served by the hostess. Mrs. Fannie Swann, of 55 Schenectady avenue, who has been ill, has recovered. The Frances Braxton Club of Concord Baptist Church not at the home of Mrs. Parr Chapman of Fifteen place on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 19. The meeting was attended by most of the members. The story of Christ in picture form was presented at Concord Church Thursday evening, Feb. 23. It was similar to the one shown on Broadway some time ago. The presentation was under the auspices of the Floral Club. Mrs. Susie Brown, of 38 Irving place, who has been ill at her home, is on the road to recovery. TO THE PEOPLE OF BROOKLYN Harlem's Largest Credit Organization IRWIN COMPANY 52 EAST BROADWAY N. Y. C. Thanks you must sincerely for the whole-hearted reception we have received in Brooklyn. We only arrived TWO WEEKS AGO but the results have most favorable smile-putons. We Have Come to Brooklyn — To Stay All Brooklyn Applicants are most cordially invited to reply to our Detailed Adgreriment on Page 10—First column. JOHN H. HARRIS JOHN F. COOPER, Father of That Widely Known and Popular Young Brooklynite, "Staff" Cooper, Resigned as President of the Pullman Porters' Social and Athletic Club Recently, Mr. Cooper Was Recently Honored by His Associates for the Fine Manner in Which He Led the Club for Many Years. A group of members of the Concord Baptist Church choir sang a number of selections at the Baptist Temple, on Friday afternoon, Feb. 24. The choir were well received. The occasion was a celebration of the Women's Interdenominational Association. A large number of Elks gathered at the chapel of William H. Wallace Jr., 2 Fleet street, to pay the last tribute of respect to Wesley E. Thomas, 40, whose funeral was being held there. Thomas, who died at 102 Fleet street, died in the Hospitol Hospital on Feb. 19, after a short illness. He was a member of Lighthouse Lodge No. 9 of the Elks of Atlantic City. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Taylor of 745 Gates avenue entertained on Sunday, February 12, in honor of the second and ninth birthdays of their nephews, Leonard and Christopher Sawyer, which occurred on the same day. After games, dancing and "tuning in" on the radio, the youngsters retired to the delicious menu and partook of the receiving many useful praises. Their present were: Ellen Sawyer, Marie Forbes, Inez Whitfield, Emman Jane, Warren, Aileen and Dorothy Peacock, Evelyn Long, Clarice Coffield, Hattie Clark, Alfred Shipyey, Henry Long, Bert Smith, Lester Carrington, James Coffield, Leonard and Christopher Sawyer. James A. Riley, old-time New Yorker, 71 years, at the first meeting in 1883 of Monarch Lodge of Elks was made the coronary member. Mr. Riley has been in the city service for the past 30 years and was for 48 years employed at the same time at the T1st Regiment Armory. Commander Pierre Zeno of the William Lloyd Garrison Post 207 of the Grand Army of the Republic, who has been ill at his home on Prospect place, is slowly on the mend. Commander Zeno has held a responsible position in the Army Register's office for a number of years. In a number of years he was senior officer in Baptist Church, but has been active at the Brown Memorial Baptist Church. He is the father of George, Robert, Pierre and Alexander Zeno, all of whom are taking an active part in the civic and fraternal life of the city. The Bridge Street A. M. E. Church annual fair closed in a blaze of glory on Friday night, Feb. 24. It had been going on for five nights and over 2,000 persons attired it. The last night was night Elkay Clyde and over 600 people were present. A man roused each evening. It was declared the biggest and best affair in the history of the church. The officers were: Mrs. Beasle B. Robinson, president; Mrs. Beasle C. Clyse, vice-president; Mrs. Minnie V. W. Worley, vice-president; Lavinia B. Myers, assistant secretary; Henry C. Wadkins, treasurer, and Edward Foy, assistant treasurer. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Whyatt, of Throop avenue, have returned from a trip to Philadelphia, Pa., where they motored in their new Bulk sedan. Mrs. Georgia Pleasants, of 521 Lonn街, who has been ill at her home, is on the road to recovery. The William T. Dixon Circle of Concord Baptist Church had a very pleasant meet at the home of Mrs. J. B. Adams, 555 Hancock street, on Wednesday, the conclusion of the meeting a fine collation was served. Mrs. W. W. Beckett, of 200 Adelphi st. wide and 100 feet from the steep Beckett of the A. M. B. Church, to the Johna Hopkins Church recounts by, where she went under an operation. She is reported as doing nicely. Mrs. Deeett is the mother of Dr. and Mrs. Frederick Lopez. Stephen B. Mayo, an auditor in the State Income Tax Bureau and leader of the Republic of the Twenty-second Assembly District, was honored as oldest Oddfellow lodge in Brooklyn Alpha No. 1351, by being chosen as delegate for the joint annual sermon committee of the lodges in Brooklyn which will take place on the second Sunday in May. Mr. Mayo is also acco-mon in Masonic circles and recently became a member of Brooklyn Lodge of Elks. Mrs. Annie Ausbon, the well-known fraternal worker who has resided at 692 Gates avenue, is now residing at 1111 President street. Mrs. L. Byrd, of 599 Herkimer street, gave a dinner at her home a few conings ago in honor of Mrs. L. Goode of Montclair, N. J. Among these present were Meadmines S. Buchanan, S. Holmes, B. Hayne and H. Boundkight. Among the recent graduates from elementary and high schools connected with Concord Baptist Church are: Miss Paula Crawle, Girls' High; Miss Dorothy, Mason, Maxwell Teacher Training; Donald Taylor, Erasmus Hall Jr High; Macdonald Gray, Nathan Hale Jr High; Misses Mary Purpunon, Nathan Hale Jr High; Misses Mary Purpunon, P. S. No. 3; Hazel Brown, P. S. No. 9; Jola Powell, P. S. No. 3; Ruth Watkins, P. S. No. 5; Lilian Hawkins, P. S. No. 5; Kenneth Dodson, P. S. No. 20, and Herbert Nash, P. S. No. 35. Final arrangements have been made for the staging of "Plumes," the prize play written by Georgia Douglas Johnson, at the central Y. M. C. A., on Tuesday evening, Feb. 28. It will be presented to the Students' Literaryuild of which Miss Beatrice Henderson is president. The United Cohers of Brooklyn had a sermon delivered to them by the Rev. Abner Brown at the Mount Tabur Baptist Church on Vanderbilt avenue, of which he is pastor, on Thursday evening, Feb. 16. It was well attended. The members of the Conus Club, which is one of the borough's most exclusive social organizations, will give a cabinet party at Small's Paradise on Seventh avenue, Manhattan. It will be for the benefit of the Home for Aged Colored People. Funeral services were held at St. Barnabas P. E. Church on Tuesday, Feb. 7, for Mr. David H. Known church worker. The rector, Dr. C. Dade, officiated, Mrs. Hall was a native of the British West Indies and came here over 30 years ago. She resided at 8529 102nd street, Richmond Hill, and died on Saturday, Feb. 4. Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery under the direction of Philip Calloway. The members of the Annie Sheppard Vacation Committee of the Borough Civic Association held a three nights excursion on Chatham street last week. It was well attended each evening. Luther Johnson is president of the Association. Stephen G. Alson, a well known Pullman porter of 1861 Lexington avenue, who has been ill at his home, is on the road to recovery. Miss Dorothy Gatewood has returned from New Haven, Cran, where she want to attend a social event. While there she was the guest of relatives and friends. Louis Warner, of the Warner and Warner Company, was honored at a public class reception held recently at the Warner in Fifty-first street, Manhattan. He was the second prize for having made the second best speech on this occasion. An elaborate repast was served on the large numbe CLASSIFIED ADVS. REAL ESTATE ADVS. EDITORIAL PAGE Brooklyn and L. I. H. From Ala. Bisho Campaign to Reach High Off Conducted Along Poor Jockey to Con A number of A. M. E. clergymen Brooklyn and Long Island returned attended the semi-annual session of in the "borrowed" Sixth Avenue Bapt ing of the council prior to the Ger Chicago this year. Among those in the delegation w of the Brooklyn District, who is a c Book Concern; Dr. C. P. Cole, who Edward Ernest Tyler, pastor of Brit been urged to be a candidate for ed ducation of this denomination. Dr. Y of his training and scholarship he he friends. I. L. I. Preachers Return . Bishops' Council Session In High Office in the Church Said to Be Along Political Lines — Many Key to Control Delegates E. clergymon prominent in the church life of and returned from Birmingham, Ala., where they session of the Bishops' Council, which was held Avenue Baptist Church. This was the last meet to the General Conference, which will meet in delegation were Prosiding Elder S. H. V. Gumbs, who is a candidate for manager of the A. M. E. Cole, who has been indorsed for bishop, and Dr. pastor of Bridge Street A. M. E. Church, who has date for editor of the A. M. E. Review, the publication. Dr. Tyler is not a candidate, but because marshal he has been put forward by some of his Brooklyn and L. I. Preachers Return From Ala. Bishops' Council Session Campaign to Reach High Office in the Church Said to Be Conducted Along Political Lines — Many Jockey to Control Delegates A number of A. M. E. clergymon prominent in the church life of Brooklyn and Long Island returned from Birmingham, Ala., where they attended the semi-annual session of the Bishops' Council, which was held in the "horrowed" Sixth Avenue Baptist Church. This was the last meeting of the council prior to the General Conference, which will meet in Chicago this year. Among those in the delegation were Presiding Elder S. H. V. Gumbs, of the Brooklyn District, who is a candidate for manager of the A. M. E. Book Concern; Dr. C. P. Cole, who has been indorsed for bishop, and Dr. Edward Ernest Tyler, pastor of Bridge Street A. M. E. Church, who has been urged to be a candidate for editor of the A. M. E. Review, the publication of this denomination. Dr. Tyler is not a candidate, but because of his training and scholarship he has been put forward by some of his friends. Smith Shooting A Mystery There seems to be quite a mystery surrounding the shooting of Augustus Smith, 39, of 448 Herkliner street, by Patrolman Gustave Peterson, while of the Atlantic avenue station, on Tuesday night, Feb. 21. The shooting occurred in a garage at 51 Albany Avenue. The mystery is in the fact that the Patrolman did not report the shooting until sixteen hours after it occurred, and then little, if any, details were given. Information about the shooting was given out at the station house after a threat of a personal appeal to Commissioner Warren was made by newspaper. The police stated that the shooting was the result of "skylinking." Others intimated that it was the result of an argument over a crap game. At the garage no one could be found that admitted being present when the shooting occurred. Smith was shot in the fight thigh. He was attended at his home and was later taken to St. John's Hospital. At the station house our reporter was met by Patrolman Walter Williams, white, who laughingly stated that "there is nothing in the case." Then Lieut. Hairt Schmitt appeared at the desk. When he was asked about the case he stated that nothing would be given out relative to the case. When he gave this order he stated that Captain Charles E. Northrop gave the orders. They were informed that an appeal would be made to Commissoner Warren. Thereupon they held a conference and after the conference they gave out the card with the facts on it. That he would file charges against the officer. The basis of the charges is in the fact that Officer Peterson did not report the accident in time. This was followed by an investigation of the station house by Third Deputy Police Commissoner John A. Leach. Stationation was started on Thursday, Feb. 23, two days after the shooting of Smith. Alpha Lodge in 59th Anniversary Last Week The members of Alpha Lodge No. 1251 of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows held their fifty-ninth annual anniversary sermon at the Sloan Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Feb. 25. The pastor, Dr. George S. Stark, who was the president of the sermon. A splendid program was arranged for the occasion. Past Grand Master Dr. Roland R. Johnson was to make the principal address, but because of illness was unable to appear. Charles J. D. Kemp, district grand secretary, made grand secretary, made well-known solosist of Orange, N. J., sang several beautiful selections. Several pleasing numbers were rendered by the Odd Fellows' saxophone irlo. The choir of the church under the direction of Prof. White, underded special music for the occasion. In the reading of the history of the lodge it was brought out that Alpha Lodge is the oldest Odd Fellow lodge on Long Island. It was organized by Hamilton Lodge No. 710, Feb. 24, 1869. The committee in charge of the affairs was headed by Past Noble Fathers Stephen R. Mayo, Ralph Johnson, Alfred R. Nash, Charles J. D. Kemp and Alexander Barrow. First Aid Lecture and Demonstration at Carlton On Tuesday, March 13, the Physical Department of the Carlton Avenue "Y" will sponsor a lecture and demonstration in first aid to the injured. This lecture and demonstration will be given by a representative of the Brooklyn Chapter of the Bureau of Red Cross. Such a demonstration will be of untold value to various clubs, community groups and the members of the Carlton Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A. What would you do in case of sudden illness or accident? Go to Carlton on March 13, at 6 P. M., and find out just what aid is administered to the sick or injured on short notice. of gentlemen present. Mr. Warrar is a student of New York University, and was accompanied by Iev. Monroe. They wore the only members of our race present. Miss Frances Gunner of the Ashland Place W. W. C. a. visited Hillium, N. Y., recently. She took part in the celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Dumbie club of which she Mrs. M. C. G. Gunner, is the founder. Avenue Station ELEVEN The council was in session Feb. 14, 1971. Originally it had been planned to hold the session in St. John's A. M. E. Church, but it was not complete, even five years ago. Hence the church had the rescue and loaned them their largest church. On leaving here and on returning, the Brooklynites used a special train. They went to Philadelphia, where they joined the delegates from that city and New York, then stopped at Baltimore and Washington, and through to Birmingham. Dr. J. Campbell Beckett, pastor of Bethel Church, Philadelphia, had charge of transportation for the First Episcopal District of, which Brooklyn is a part. John R. Hawkins, financial secretary, E. E. Church, had charge of transportation after the special left Washington. This being the last meeting of the council prior to the General Conference, it was reported that candidates willing to make the great sacrifice and serve their church as bishop were as thick as bees, for in the A. M. E. church membership of the conference and a number of the candidates for this sacred office conduct their campaign on a similar basis of one running for mayor, governor or President of the United States, for it is a question of getting votes, no matter how you get them. Each candidate tries to control the debate in the states, this means his election. If he can control the delegates from Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia he is almost sure of election. So it generally resolves itself into popularity, and not qualifications when it comes to electing a bishop. Candidates generally go from one annual conference to another meeting the next year, and the order to get contact and votes. This usually starts the year before the General Conference. N.A.A.C.P. Jamaica Branch In Splendid Meeting Sunday The Educational Committee of the Jamaica Branch of the N. A. A. C. P. Gordon H. Jones chairman, sponsored one of the most successful Lyceum meetings ever held in Jamaica on Sunday at the Parish House of St. Stephen's Church on Sunday, February 28. W. W. W. W. the secretary of the Association, was unable to speak as he was called to Cleveland to attend the funeral of his father. Rev. Louis Berry, of Newark, N. J., as the principal speaker in Mr. Bargall's place, held the audience spellbound throughout his very inspiring and instructive address. The keynote of Father Berry's address was sounded he urges the N.A. Berry to strive the helpless of high education. In his address he spoke of men who had won fame, such as Dumas, Puskin, L'Overture. He urged the youth of today to take such steps that would lead them as a race in making the history of the country. In his convincing talk he showed that it is the educated nation that rules the world. Others on the program were Miss Ruby Mellch and Mrs. Emma McKinney Wade. Dr. Charles M. Reid, president, also gave some timely remarks. gave some timely remarks. Mrs. William McKinney, in behalf of the Junior Willing Workers, thanked the Educational Committee of the N, A. A. C. P. and Rev. Berry for their spendid co-operation. Young African to Die in Chair Week of April 2 Ronald Osman, 24 years old, who hails from the West Coast of Africa, was sentenced on Feb. 24 by County Judge Nova to die in the electric chair during the week of April 2 for the killing of Daniel Kaskouras, a Greek, in his restaurant at 118 Myrtle avenue on April 27. The murder was due to the Greek around Osman after he had fallen asleep in the restaurant. The Greek around the man and told him to get off. This caused a row and during the fight Osman is alleged to have drawn a revolver and killed Kaskouras. Osman died from the scars and went to Willemby street with gun in hand. A nutmegman saw him and ordered him to stop and when he did not the officer shot him three times. For a month he hovered between life and death in the Cumberland Street Hospital. The week of Feb. 6 he went on trial before Judge J. The jury convicted him of murder of Osman first the time of the murder Osman stated that he lived at 252 West 133rd street, Manhattan. Brooklynites will have a chance to take the Federal examination for Post Office clock and letter carrier on Saturday, March 17. The U.S. Civil Service Commission will hold examinations on that date. Applications are now being received at Room 218, Custom House, New York, N.Y. They must be filled before March 10. A large number of appointments will be made to fill existing vacancies. The entrance salary is $1,700, with a maximum of $2,100. Applicants should apply at once for the position, to the title of the current institution designed, to the Secretary, Second Civil Service District, Custom House, New York, N.Y. (Room 218). BROOKLYN and LONG ISLAND Jamaica News and Social Briefs - - Flushing and Bayside Notes - - Corona News Briefs TWELVE BROOKLY Jamaica News a Miss Mable Lindsay, a student at Riverside University, passed in the city on account of illness on Wednesday and is at the home of her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. L. Anderson, $ Cumberland street in Lindsay has happy to see a number of the Je-Fushi Girls, of which she is a member, on Sunday. She hopes to be able to resume her work at Howard in a week The music club held on Wednesday morning for the benefit of the Educational and Welfare Anchorage Miyou patrons from Jamaica were present. Among those seen were: Mrs. Cyril Shepard, Mrs. William Jefferson Mrs. Honee, Mrs. Dedda Desaed, Mrs. Allan Burnett, Mrs. Jacob Morrle, Mrs. Medley, Mrs. Charles Hald, Mrs. Engens Michael, and Miss Lillian Brown. The dancing class of Mrs. Bunne McKimney, which is held at the Marriott, is scheduled for Sundays, is reported to be doing nicely. These youngsters are expected to come before the public in the near future. They wonderful progress they have made under the able guidance of Mrs. McKimney. The "Frau Prun" Bridge Club met at the residence of the secretary, Mrs. Charles Shaw, 164-107th avenue, on Saturday, February 25. Three tables were set up for three guests. The first prize won by Mrs. Rose Parris, second prize by Mrs. Archee Paris. The guest prize was At the conclusion of the games delicious refreshments were served by the On February 24 the regular monthly meeting of the Property Owners' Association was at the Merckert Park Recreational Center. The L. I. Dally Press were present to cover the meeting. A very instructive talk was given by Mr. N. H. English, a member of the Association. The Misses Annette, Rosette and Virginia Green were the week-end guests of their own, Mrs. Mattle Ssend, of New York City. Flushing and Amos Connell, of St. Lawrence street, was sound and last Monday, February 20. The cause of his death was reported to be from anophlexy. Mrs. Joshua Jenkins, Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. Aesha, Esther H. Hyg, Miss Olive Chanen, all of Flushing, went to Bayonne, N. J. last Monday evening to take part in a concert at Mother Zion A. M. E. Church. George Foy is still on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Laws of Broadway are in Philadelphia attending a wedding. Mrs. Bessie McDowell, of Prince street, visited in Newark, N. J., last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Goodwin, of Hinsdale avenue, visited in Flushing this week. Clifford roomstaff and Clarence Young, tw. Hayside's business inen, have joined W. A. C. of Macedonia A. M. E. Church. Miss Dorene Whale, daughter of Rev. Charles H. Whale, pastor of Macedonia N. E. Church, is one of the most prominent of the younger set on the North Shore. Miss Whale attends the evening classes of Jamie's High School, also the New York College of Art, and is a teacher in the church school. Mrs. Carrie Young, of Stratton avenue, is spending the month of February up the state visiting friends. Izaac Saunders, of Milbrook, N. T., spent the week-end as the guest of Mrs. S. L. Wood of Little Neck. Quite an appreciative audience greeted Richard B. Harrison last Monday evening at Elenzer Baptist Church. The recital was indeed a treat. Napoleon Bowers of Second street has returned from Littleton, N. C. Rev. S. W. Miles, pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Port Washington, is doing great work among the Baptists in Long Island. Mrs. Nettle Whaley, of Mt. Burling avenue, arrived home last Friday from Philadelphia where she visited her father, who is still quite ill. Mrs. Vernon Goodwin of Higgins avenue, who is known as "The Southern Mocking Bird," sang a beautiful solo Friday evening at Macedonia A. M. E. Church. Robert Hicks of Princes street and Vernon avenue is among the sick. Mrs. Carle Young, of Stratton avenue, has joined Mt. A. M. E. Church. She is a prominent member of the W. A. C. The Thomas Lolly of Second street went to Jamestown last Saturday on business. "Tom" is always busy. Mrs. Ellen Smith and Mrs. R. B. McDowell, visited their friend, Mrs. Charles Cooper, who has been very ill, last Sunday in Corona. The Sunday School of Macedonia A. M. E. Church, and the Monday Day exercise Sunday, Feb. 26. Mrs. Armed A. Medica is acting superintendent. Imagine the blues afforded Mrs. Opalita Holloway on Saturday evening, when she realized that her birthday had been unilined through her daughter's efforts. Mrs. Hinschel Smith desecrated her house, a fashion famih and served as most delightful repaint. The evening was a pleasure to all present. Mrs. Holloway was the recipient of Mrs. McDowell's flowers. The greatest inclusion of Mr. and Mrs. R. Hill, Mr. and Mrs. E. Campbell, Dr. and Mrs. J. Williams, Meodames A. Holden, P. Doralea, M. Williams, Dr. and Mrs. J. Williams, M. Williams, J. Walker, I. Asard, M. On Sunday, February 19, the Literary program was held at the Murrick Recreation Center under the presided by Rev. William Clark Miller, pastor. A very interesting program was given which included piano selections by the students and invited Brooks. The feature of the evening however, was a very inspiring talk by Dr. J. Thompson on "Place Pride and Loyalty." Mrs. Willis Whitaker, of 1 Saratoga street, entertained with a dinner in honor of her son, Mora Whittaker, on Washington's Birthday. Among those who were present a most fond and intimate, Frank and Burghart Turner, Edna Bridleman, Mae Utt Huber, the Maya Skiers, Ivanna Hatterton, Mary Habeck and Albert Blanchard. Thomas Jones Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Jones, celebrated his 51st birthday at their residence, 103-10 10th street, on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Thomas A. Jones, Frances Cahoul, Mildred Newkirk, Ruth Johnson, Gladys Morgan,wendy Morgan, Lois Mungui, Ruth Johnson, Montgomery, Iva Farmer. All spent a very delightful afternoon. Miss Phoebe Rose, charming young junior at Westbury High School, spent the week-end viding her sister, Mrs. Daisy Brooks, Mrs. Rae Brooks, the formal sophomore "room" of New York University at the Park Central Hotel. Others in the party were: Mrs. Daley Brooks, Miss Catherine rumination of New York and the Masseau, Charles White, Percy Lilly and Joseph Slocum. A very enjoyable afternoon was spent playing bridge at the home of Mrs. Alaia Hassanion of 21 Phloxburgh street on Tuesday afternoon, February 21, by the members of the Armenia Card Club. Mrs. Harry Baird was the guest, Members receiving prizes were: Mrs. Alex. Johnson, Mrs. J. Martin and Mrs. J. Johnschk. Other members present were: Mrs. H. George, Mrs. J. Spruce, Mrs. O. Wynne, Mrs. J. Powers, Mrs. Wm. Johnson, Mrs. H. Turner, Mrs. F. Blanchard and Mrs. J. White. Bayside Notes ↵ The B. Y. P. U. of Ebenezer Baptist Church. Prince street, will render a program the first Sunday in March at 5:30 p. m. in Jersey City, N. J. Mrs. Edward Johnson and the Misses Hattie Johnson and Irene Jackson motored to Plainfield, N. J., last Thursday, where they attended a luncheon. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Washington were the guests of Miss G. Jackson last Sunday. The Dett Musical Club met at the home of Mr. B. Read, 76 Forty-ninth street, Corona, last Wednesday. The club has been revived and many new members have joined. The next meet-ment was at the home of Mrs. Joseph Taylor, 192 S. Twentheenth street, Plushing. The W. M. W. Circle of Macdonald A. M. E. Church met last week at home of Mrs. F. Simpson, 149 Lawrence street. After the meeting a collation was served. Mrs. Irene Jackson has returned from Virginia where she went to attend the funeral of her mother. Mr. Richard R. Whitling and family of Brooklyn, and his sister, Miss Nelle Whitling of Flushing, and aunt Barbara Johnson Thompson and Mr. George B. Johnson of New York City, moved to Princeton, N. J., last Sunday, where they attended a dinner party. Prof. Elmer Payne of Brooklyn will give a recital at Macdonald Church, Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 8 P. M. Mrs. Nella Whaley of $1 Burling avenue has returned from Philadelphia. For those persons who want the Armstrong house or for sale each week at the confectionery corner of Vernon and Stratton avenue. Miss Olive Cheamat, of Bradford avenue, Macdonald House, Prince street, attended the birthday party of Mrs. Minkle Cummings of 186th street, New York City, given in honor of her son. Samuel Arlington, of Jamaica, was in Flushing and Bayside this week. He won his case in court last week when brought to trial on a serious charge. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Laws, of Broadway, will leave next Wednesday, at 11 a.m., in Philadelphia, Pa. to attend the wedding of a friend. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Phillips' young daughter has had their shadowland-on-the-Bay. Her little friends are proud to know that she is improving rapidly and will be out soon. Mr. Robert Drumman, now head barber in S. D. Phillips' barber shop, 165-78 Thirty-seventh avenue, Flushing, spent a week with his wife and relatives. He was surprised to know his wife had divorced him. Macedonia A. M. M. Church, Bav Charles H. Whaley, D. D. pastor, was crowded last Sunday at the 11 a.m. services. The pulpit was occupied by a man from New York City, who preached quite an inspiring sermon. At the evening services Rev. Albert A. Median preached, and Club of Douglass sang several. news Briefs and Mrs. Hinson, Mr. and Mrs. J. Gale, Mrs. Cales, Miss Charlotte A. Robinson, F. Carr, F. Hance, T. Robinson, T. Robinson, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Braithwaite are the proud parents of a baby boy, born last Sunday. Mr. D. Cles, F. E. Green. The guest players included: Meadam Bricker and Gailene of Middletown Burke of Jamaica, also Mrs. Harrison NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS. WEDNESDAY. FEB. 29, 1928 of New York City and Madamas Forney, Stevenon, Moody, brown and Hirson of Corona. Mr. and Mrs. Minus Saunders, Miss Julia Waller and Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Greene were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Arnold of Brooklyn. Mr. Barbara Henry Thomas, popular in social circles in Corona and Flushing, was the house guest of Dr. and Mrs. Aubrey Robinson of Madison, N. J. Robinson is a niece of Mrs. Thomas. Quite sad and was the death of Milton H. Young, in that he leaves a wife and four small children to mourn his loss. One of the children is ill now. The nucleus of a probable man's club was entertained Monday evening by Dr. J. H. Williams at his residence on Thirty-second avenue. Dr. Williams is temporary chairman. The club is an annual event and a charitable dinner tendered the host recently. We host that great plains are under way. Sunday was men's day at the First Baptist Church and a large number were out. An new insurgent sermon was given in the afternoon session and the Astorian Men's Quartet to the white Irespterian Church song. The ladies at the Wednesday meeting of the Ladies' Exchange did not have to look at the calendar to be reminded of Washington's birthday, for they had everything in time with the time. Even a view of Washington was in sight as the center table decoration, the flowers, the service was more complete in that Mr. Williams, of renown in this art, gave the host that was in him. Meadman Tubal of Newark, N. J., and guest of New York were the honor guests. A visiting blauro delivered the message at the morning service of the Corona Congregational Congregational Church Sunday. His text was "Fifty Pieces of Silver" three goodly number of silver coins three affectionately themselves with the church. Mrs. Betty Williams is among our sick. We do hope for her a speedy recovery. We do hope for her a speedy recovery. Townes of 104th street is very much improved, after having sprained her elbow. On Washington's Birthday Miss Edith Johnson was at home to a group of friends from New York City and many other areas. Johnson is well known in musical circles. Beidles beats a pianist of much repute, she is the organist of Ebenezer Baptist Church. Flushing. The Randolphs are among our bridge enthusiasts and has a sliding last Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs James Wicks, of Northern Boulevard, their dinner room, Sunday Mrs. and Mrs. J. Wilson and Woodrow Wilson. Brooklyn News Briefs The choir and the Sextette Club of the Ralph Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church, of which the Rev. Henry Zion will hold a wedding at the church this week, Mrs. B. Martin will be directress. The officers are: Mrs. C. Robinson, president; Mrs. L. Dush, secretary, and A. Braxton, treasurer. A surprise linea shower was given Miss Saddle Mack at the home of Miss Vilian McCoy, 403 Throop avenue, on Friday evening, February 17. A large number of the younger set will present, Mrs. Frank Ron, Mrs. Rivens, Frank Ron, Bernice Robinson, Blanche Williams, Arabele Calde, Maude Clayton, Sadie Lee, Alberta Bilgrove and Viola Lemon. Among the sick of Concord Church are: Mrs Susie Smith, $3 living place; Mrs Mary E. Smith, 570 Quincy street; Mrs Eva Green, Kings County Hospital; Mrs Mabel Cooper, Washington, Judith; Kings County Hospital, and Aubrey Belland, L. I. College Hospital. FORM NEW WHIST CLUB A new social and whist club was formed by a number of socially prominent Brocklynites recently. It is, among other things, the first meeting held at the home of Mrs. S. M. Talbot, 1719 Daven Street. After the business of the meeting had been transacted several games on what were played. This was followed by the serving of a very pleasing repast. The officers of the club are: Mrs. S. M. Talbot, president; B. Ryan, vice-president; Sponny, secretary; R. Shimbing, assistant secretary; Martin, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Jackson, treasurer, and J. Hollon, chaplain. All of the officers were present; Mr. and Mrs. D. Thornley, present were; Mr. and Mrs. D. Thornley, present were; Mrs. Spenney, Miss D. Harris, H. ashall, H. Simpson, and T. Talbot. Mrs. John Spruce Hostess To Thalia Club Club Mrs. John Spruce, of 172d street, Jamaica, I. L. was hostess to the Thalia Bridge Club on Friday afternoon. Fah, M. L. was hostess. Fah was played, was played, and the private guest gave to Mrs. O. Holmes, Mrs. H. George, Mrs. F. Johnson and Mrs. H. Baird. The personnel of the club are an folio-president, Mrs. Harry George; secretary Mrs. Harry Baird; assistant secretary, Mrs. Fred. Johnson; treasurer, Mrs. Olun Holmes; Mrs. Colemore, Mrs. Bollen, Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Cuffe. Announcement Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Norton 8-pound donut $22. -(AMVL) Hempstead, L. I., Notes The dance and Virginia real contest given at the New Trinity Hall on Monday, although the WVHR was very successful. Although the WVHR contest failed to take place, the Freeport Girls gave a delightful exhibition of that dance. A large number were in attendance. The Martha Washington tea party gave the Carolina club of the A.M.E. K. by the home of the president, Mrs Frank Grumman, on Mill road, was very successful. Miss Kira stained, of Graysville street, was seriously hurt as the result of a basketball game played in Rockville Center last week. It is hoped by her friends that her recovery will be rapid. BY OBGAR O. THOMAS. The A. M. E. preachers' meeting here announced their support of the Rev. C. Harold Steptuean of Bethlehem, M. A. E. E. is president for the blasphemy at the next general conference to be held in Chicago. Special services and high mass, with special music by the choir, were held at St. James' Episcopal Church last Sunday, Mrs. Mary T. Pratt rendered a solo "Ave Marla," Mrs. Pratt is considered one of the leaders of the contriotic law here, Rev. George F. Bragg is rector and J. Stanley, organist of this church. Dr. William T. Care chairman of the board, and prime mover in the recent campaign for the new half-million dollar provident Hospital, is now convalescing at his residence, 513 West Mosher street, after a very severe illness. Dr. C. V. Freeman of Jacksonville, Fla., and president of the National Medical Association, spent the week-end as the guest of Dr. Stewart, 702 West Lafate avenue. Harry Glow of New York City, for many years connected with the P. R. R., spent the week-end here as the guest of friends. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. C. McCard, 1940 Druld avenue, are in Hot Springs, where they will take a course of baths. Mr. McCard is a prominent attorney and well-known fraternal man here. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Venerable 742 Dolphin street, are in Hot Springs. Mrs. Nettle Murray Brown, Dr. O. D. Jones and Mrs. Clara Brown Rhetta gave a recital at Madison Street Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Brown is a well-known formerly of the St. Luke's Episcopal Church choir of Washington, D. C. Before an audience of 2,000 enthusiastic fans on Monday night, Morgan defeat defiant at the hands of Morgan College to the tune of 40 to 28 in favor of the Morgan College Five. Morgan here to support their team and witness its defeat. While Coach Burr of Howard and his man in excellent form from the district starred off like certain winners, Morgan warmed up to the game and won by correcting errors in the first part of the game. The Quaker City Elks, known as the "Quaker Five," locked horns with the Elks' Five of Monumental Lodge No. 3 at the new Albert Audit楼, the first Wednesday night in the first five minutes of the game, the Quakers appeared to be running away with the game, but Teeney Brown of the local Elks put them on the map by making one basket which seemed to put the locals in a fighting form: from then on the game was very interesting. Red Keller, who has been off from this season, came back and hit his usual stride and made a basket, which tied the score. Scrippy Brown played his usual game, making eight baskets. Teeney Brown made six. The Quakers played an extra strong defensive game, but the locals' strategy was too much for them and they won by a score of 29 to 26, like Shields refereed. The preliminary was won by the Unknown from the Decaturs, score 27 to 21. Morgan College Five again covered themselves with glory last week when they met the Elks' Big Five of Monumental Lodge No. 3 at the new Albert auditorium. That made five games to the credit of Morgan College during the week. The score was 31 to 27. Washington, D. C. Mrs. Edwena Wilson of New Bedford, Mass., is visiting Dr. and Mrs. J. Bentley Cherry of Eleventh street this week. Miss Elizabeth Frey entertained the "Eat More" Club Friday evening from 8 to 12. This club is composed of n. half dozen of Washington's beautiful young girls. Miss Belle Sadgur had friends in to dance Friday night. Among those present were: Misses Peggie James, Mickey Syphax, Wanita James, Hilliary thema, Charles Short, or Lewie Coates. Mrs. Kelly Miller entertained at bridge Friday evening from 8 to 12. Mrs. Victor Daly entertained at cards Wednesday evening in honor of the Rev. and Mrs. Vernon John of New York. Among those present were: H. Long, Mr. and Mrs. Haley Doug. Mr. and Mrs. James Hill, Miss Valerio Sprattler, Mr. Nyack of Junab, india, and Miss Marietta Bonner. Mrs. E. C. Williams entertained the Saturday Bridge Club at her home last Saturday evening. Mrs. Annna Harrison Ammonite of Philadelphia is returning home after spending a delightful time after his master, Mrs. Mattie Harrison Phillips. Alston Burleigh met with the Washburn Owls Sunday evening last to oversee plays that are to be produced at one of the leading theatres soon. The three plays presented by the Krigwas so successfully last week at the Cleveland school will be repeated at the Y. W. C. A. next week to assist in the "Y" drive. Willis Richardson has finished a new three-act play, which he read to a literary group last Saturday. The interesting play is unitled "The Deacon's Children." James Cotter of Chicago was in the city a few days this week. While he delightfully entertained by friends. Attorney Robert Lattimore of New York several days in the city this week overseeing of certain immigration cases. Portland, Me. BY THALIA PERRY. Arthur H. Harris, a speaker at the Negro Community Forum on Sunday. His subject was "The Character of Washing巾m." Mas Alina Harris sang before a large audience at the theatre in Brighton. Me., recently, last Friday she sang at the Portland and Elm Theatres. Samuel Morrison, who has been NEW JERSEY NEWS NEW JERSEY OFFICE: 120 GLENWOOD AVE., JERSEY CITY, TELEPHONE BERGEN 10280. J. BARKSDALE BROWN, MANAGER JERSEY CITY NEWS BRIEFS NEWARK NEWS BRIEFS The Jaffari social Club will give its annual spring dance at Columbia Hall on Monday evening, April 9. The officers are: Philip Golden, president; Adelia Huris, vice-president; Sarah Smith, secretary, and Samuel Coleman, treasurer. Mrs. W. Hahney of Forrest street entertained the Tuesday Evening Whist Club at her residence on last Tuesday evening. The guest by Mesdames James Fouse, G. E. Cannon, Walter Hodge, C. Davis, A. S. Gray and Miss C. Cannon. Among those present were: Mesdames K. Shimma, E. Collin, J. B. Patterson, E. Collin, J. B. Patterson, R. Randolph, E. B. Brown, H. Martin, J. T. Brown, S. Owenan, M. Willmann, C. Davis, W. Hodge, G. E. Cannon, J. Abrams, M. Morton, C. Cuto, J. Cole, W. Washington, J. Mussel, M. Lee, T. White, E. P. Cannon, G. Cannon, and T. Morton. Joshua Shearer, Charley Clark, club hold the first card medley at the residence of Mrs. M. P. Smith, Te Dan North Arbor, on last Wednesday. Whitby and 1500" were played in Cannock, B. White, Ethel Alexander, Momassan White, Herbert Bogan, Momassan James, Roy Stuart, Mishand Brown, Lacile Bogan, William Hoskins, and C. Busch. Maz M. P. Smith, is president; Mrs. S. Seaventon, is vice president; Mrs. D. D. Mitchell, weasper, and Mrs. Battle, Franklin, chaplain. Membrans are: Meshees, A. B. Turpur, K. Slimms, Bella Irving, J. Murray, Sade Cowlay. The Victory Life insurance Company, with offices at 7 Neilson place, Court Theatre Building, hold a together meeting of its state agents at the Urban League, 312 Bank street, Tuesday evening, Feb. 21, at 8 o'clock. The insurance company opened its offices here in 1925, with M. C. Perma as its first manager. W. L. Corman as its second, took charge of the office Feb. 1, 1926, at 8 o'clock in charge until Oct. 15, 1926, after which the present manager, W. H. Holloway, took charge. Many of the New Jersey stockholders present at this meeting. The agency presides over the presence of Dr. and Mrs. P. M. H. Savory, two of the company's directors; L. L. Foster, New York; L. L. Foster, wonderful $3,000,000 team of agents; worth that amount in the first nine months in New York. Dr. Thomas H. Wright, one of the medical examiners of the State of New Jersey, and Dr. Savory addressed the agents. The Pride of Newark Lodge 33, I. B. P. O. E. of the World, will give its twenty-third annual reception spending a few days, in Bath, Me, has returned to the city. Nicholas Bowles, who has been ill for several weeks, is much im- proved. Mrs. Jennie McLean, celebrated baker of the Thursday at home with her family, she received flowers from her daughter, Mrs. Clarence Franklin. Mrs. Margaret Husston, who is still ill, will sit up for a short while last week. James Dastman is improving James Eastman is improving steadily. Recent Hotel Guests Mr. and Mrs. C. Carter, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Brown, Atlantic City; Mrs. W. A. Brown, Atlantic City; Martin Smith, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Davis, J. M. Burke, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bertelle, Mr. and Mrs. C. Davis, J. M. Burke, Mr. and Mrs. H. Moore, Phleidophila, B. Best, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. George W. White, Mrs. H. Moore, Phleidophila, J. A. Brooks, Boston, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Hammond, Petersburg, Va., Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Jones, Mrs. H. Moore, James Banks, Peterson, N. J.; Willie Pittsburg, C. Evans, Hartford, H. K. Williams, Ned Barnes, J. L. Washington, D. C.; Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Smith, Port Chester, N. Y. Mrs. Pearl Washington, Raleigh N. C. Dr. J. T. Glens, Norfolk: N. C. Dr. J. Arthig, Decota, Br and Mrs. Park, the Rev. Joseph Summers New York City; Miss Jessie Morse, Dr. F. H. Taylor, New Haven; T. H. Brown, New Haven; Mrs. J. Sparks and Mrs. A. R. Johnson, Springfield Mass; Mr. and Mrs. J. Hewne, New- burgh; Mr. and Mrs. Al. Settles, New Bedford; J. Rodriguez, New New Bedford; T. M. Russell, Cincinnati, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Brown, Paterson. Emma Ransom House Miss Lillian Voynehes, Tangunlo, Miss. M. Addie Edwards, Boston, Pa.1. Mrs. Laura Martin, Pittsburgh, Pac.1. Mrs. Nellie Raynor, Wilkes- boro, Pa.1. Mrs. Robert Raynor, Los Angeles, Calif.1. Miss Mamlo Chancellor, Detroit, Mich.1. Miss Theresa Adroose, Martinique, W.1. Mrs. Aun. Hawk, Mrs. Catherine Boston, Mrs. Mary, Boston, Mass.1. Miss Elsie Prioy, Plainfield, N. J.1. Mrs. Rhel Smith, Mrs. Pattie Calloway, Miss. M. A. Cheers, Mrs. Victor Washington, Mrs. Pearl Plains, Suffolk, V. Mrs. Saddie Brooks, Roslyn, V.1. Miss Carole Watson, Goldboro, C. M.1. Mrs. Willis Strahan, St. Louis, Mo.1. Mrs. Addie Hunton, New York (City). The girl of the Emmia Ransom house woke hostesses to a Colonial party on the evening of February 21. The beautiful decorated in national fashion was most enjoyable. Through the sources of Mr. Buchanan, manager of the Savoy Ballroom, we were able to enjoy delightful music furnished Martin Wilson, *Grace* Martin Brown, *G. E. G.*, P. Can ton, and J. Joyce Cunningham The proceeds of the affair go toward the establishment of a home for the aged. A surprise shower was given F. A. Moor, 321 Halladay street, on Monday, February 20, by Mrs. J. F. Towns and Mrs. Ida E. Brown. Among those participating were Mrs. J. F. Towns, Saverra, Fred Carter, Dr. J. R. Stroud, Mrs. G. W. Cannon, R. S. Hartgart, Mrs. G. W. Cannon, R. S. Hartgart, H. Curry, Miss Mary Douglas, Spencer Stanton, W. K. Jehn and John Slater. The "Y. Cycle" a publication of the Belmont avenue Y. W. C. A. will make its first appearance tomorrow. The Fidella, Business "Cub" will present a play at the Y. W. C. A. on Friday, March 23. The Business and Professional Men's Association will meet at the Y. W. C. A. on Tuesday, March 13. The N. A. A. C. P. will meet at the Y. W. C. A. on Monday, March 11. The Young People's Fellowship of the Church of the Incarriage on Sunday, March 13, at the church on Sunday, March 13, Miss Jeanette Cole is president; Le Roy Steele, vice-president; T. Miles, secretary, and Miss M. Miles, treasurer. Miss Artemisia Bowden, of San Antonio, Tox spoke at the "Social Media" conference and the incarriage on Sunday evening. and ball at the 'Newark' Armory, Sussex avenue and Jay street, on Trinity Street, at 15th and 17th. Officers of the lodge are. Dr. H. Wright, exalted ruler; Charles Germain, leading knight; J. Kato, German minister; E. Jelaham, W. Anderson, C. L. Nevans, A. J. Scales and Charles Clark. The Rev. Thomas S. Harten of Holy Trinity Baptist Church, Brooklyn, spoke at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Eighth and "Summon at this evening." The Rev J. Flemming is pastor of this church. A bunchoon was given at the Urbane Street building, 212 hour on League Building, 212 hour on Mrs. M. E. Burrell, newly elected executive head of the New Jersey Association of Colored Women's Chubs. Among those present were: Mrs. G. H. Douglas, president; Mrs. Vioia G. H. Douglas, president; Mrs. Suimit, vice-president; Mrs. Mary Ann, orange, second vice-president; Mrs. Thomas, Jersey City, parliamentarian; Mrs. Carmon Steele Poyas, plainfield secretary; Mrs. M. Cook, wood, chairman of ways and means committees and Mrs. Iln E. Brown, Jersey City, state organizer. James F. King and Marcus H. Cook, two members of the Bank Street masters, a little theater masters, a little theater "Morning," which deals with the Negro migrating from the South. The authors expect to enter their play in the Beaulac tournament, which is held on Broadway in the spring. Orange The Ladies’ Group presented “The Laten Ladies,” a two-act comedy, on Tuesday evening at Church on last Tuesday evening. Those in the cast were: Misses Cora B. Manning, Dorothy F. Eaton, Marian B. Marbin, Dorothy Mickena, Mamie Mamie, Kathryn Hester, Nancy Manning, Mary Bolling, and Helen M. Jackson. The Newark Student Council played the Tuxedo Tigers at Titan Auditorium on Monday evening. Dr. W. H. Ashburn of Chicago and Dr. M. S. Hunter lectured on Baptist Church, Oakwood avenue, last night on the subjects “Seventy-two kinds of Woman,” and “One Hundred Years of Woman.” The affair was given under the auspices of W. O. Woods and John Spence, for the benefit of the building fund. The Rev. J. H. Hughes is pastor. Ultra Lodge Band 120, I. B. P. O. B. W. will give its second annual concert at Calvary Baptist Church on Thursday evening, March 8. The committee consists of Charles Clark, Charles Otay, George Henry Johnson and L. K. Montague. The Rev. C. M. Long-is pastor. Among those seen at the Howard, Morgan guardian on last Wednesday evening wore: Dr. L. G. Brown, Dr. W. S. Wiley, Dr. G. E. Bell, Dr. S. E. Burke, Dr. G. E. Bell, Dr. S. E. Burke, Miss Milkred Morriss, Mr. and Mrs. Brown, Miss Blanche Doech, Dr. A. Dash, Dr. F. D. Williams, Dr. G. E. Bell, Miss. Vern Milkred Morriss, Miss. Milkred Morriss, Smith, Dr. and Mrs. A. G. Thornhill, Richard Thiomas, Mrs. Alice Foster, Dr. and Mrs. J. R. Fitzgerald, Miss. Milkred Morriss, Mrs. Alice Foster, Also the Rev. Louis Derry, Dr. and Mrs. S. L. Collett, Doctors E. S. Ballon, W. H. Beck, L. G. Brown, W. H. Beck, Shirley E. R. Welmura, Dr. Mrs. R. W. Buckner, Dr. and Mrs. R. W. Buckner, Mrs. J. Walker and J. H. Hartwell. Borough hospital, Lyons and Oxford avenues, was recently dedicated. The curial services of John Skarro, 48, 47ton guest, was at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Newark last Thursday. The funeral services of Miss Mae Mabel Coleton, daughter of Mrs. Annie Colton, 214 Oakwood avenue, who died recently, were held last Thursday. day from the Church of Epiphany from the Church of Epiphany on May 1, W. I. Plaskett, Officer, Internment was at Hoselea Cemetery. Eureen Lodge and Aurora, K. of Pleasant Hill, held a annual reception at the Orange armory on March 6. Miss Cyriline Almond, 205 North Park street, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Almond, was tendered a birthday party on Saturday evening, queuing up for presented by Patrick Carrion, Almond. An entree were: Ted Wyman, Rose Pecor, Patrick Carlo, Mary Welsh, Boby Glan, Joe Garlo, Mike McNicholas, Boby Glan, Joe Garlo, Mike McNicholas, Thomas Shirley, Mary Toro, Ma Akil, Irene Jackson. A basketball game between the teams of Howard and Morgan Universities was held at the Orange armory, last Wednesday evening under the auspices of the Howard and Ma Akil teams. Morgan won by a score of 37 to 19. A party was given in honor of Miss Marjorie Smith by her mother and friends at 250 New street last week; she was joined by were: Cally Jackson, Augurate Langhain, E. Faulkes, Anna Sisco, H. Sitch, T. Stewart, D. Jasper, T. Stewart, H. Heister, Sinclair, John Brown, Jack Ash and C. Bates. Mrs. James E. Anderson, 113 Lane street, Paterson, who has been severely ill, is convalescing. Ultran Lodge of Elks has secured a new home, located at the corner of Centre and Goerck street. C. A. Morgan, 56 Ashland avenue, East Orange, was a recent guest of James H. Anderson. The funeral services of Mrs. Susie Penton Brooks, 378 Olcott street, East Orange, was a recent guest of illness were held at Union Baptist Church. The Rev. Mr. Higgins officiated. Instrument was at Rosedale Cemetery. Mrs. Mary E. Harris, 300 M. Prospect avenue, Newark, entertained the following ladies at tea last Wednesday afternoon: Miss G. Shaeton, Inner Potts, Miss Mamie Askew. "Mrs. Frank Bergen Kelloy, president of the American McAll Association of America, delivered and another of the few famous lectures on the subject. The lecture was large, audience at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, the Rev. H. H. Thomas pastor, last week. This lecture was given by Reed-Seed, president, Musical numbers were rendered by Mrs. Ruby Greene, Charles Groce, Arthur Wilson, and others. Dr. W. G. Alex Johnson, John East represented Orange. Westfield By the REV. E. A. CARROLL The victory ball given at Shady Reat country Club was largely attended. Mrs. E. S. Lynch of West Broad street is able to be out again after being confined to her home with a cold. J. V. Peoples entertained the Mindawaskin Club Friday night. The Community Club met at the home of Mrs. Blanche Ross on Fri- day morning. Mrs. Jesse Johnson and Miss Evelyn Anderson were received as members. The Jolly Girls' Club was entertained by Miss Sarah Jenkins on Feb. 10. Mrs. Ford of Downer street is con- fined to her bed. A committee from Centenial Lodge, I. B. P. E. of W., attended a reception given by the Elks at Madison on Wednesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Ross, Misses Sarah Jenkins, Alice Hill, Mary Shores, Arthur Johnson and Charles Moore, are invited to Beverly Sunday and spent the day with Mrs. Margaret Nichols. There will be a chicken dinner at the parsonage of St. Luke's Church on Thursday evening, March 3. F. C. Mauran of West Broad streets resumed his duties on the Princess of Wales Line after several weeks' vacation. Mrs. Elizabeth Werts of Senecal Hills Academy and Mrs. E. Carroll Wednesday evening. She was en route to Rahway, to attend a meeting of Eagles, of which she is deputy. The Westfield Eagles met Friday evening. Mrs. Harriet Jenkins and Miss Lucia Taylor of Montclair, formerly in this city, were visitors in town last week. Mrs. and Mrs. J. V. Peoples of Downey street resumed to New York City, and spent the day with relatives and friends. The candle light service held at Bethlehem, Baptist Church Thursday evening by the local lodge and temple of Elks was well attended. Exalted Temple Newman attends to hold a series of these services. Mr. and Mrs. Claybon Peaks of Philadelphia and Mr. and Mrs. Burke's peaks and daughter of West Virginia have here Saturity and then continued on to New York. Among the couples who were recently married by the Rev. E. A. Luke's pursuance words were France Cromwell counsellor and William A. Good, who side at 532 West Broad street; Miss Ellen Octavia Robinson and James Murray, 340 Spring street, and Miss Campbell, who, after their honeymoon, will reside at 373 South avenue. Englewood By WILLIAM BUTLER. Mrs. Fannie Poguese, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Poguese, and Harry Akridge were married on Sunday at the A. M. E. Zion Church on William street. Mrs. Webster Packer, 81 William street, is convalescent. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Toomer of Chestnut. Junction recently Mr. and Mrs. Curdur up of Nowark, and Mr. and Mrs. William Butler. The Havens Basketball team traveled to Abbury Park last Wednesday, and defeated the Capitol Club of that city by a score of 80-39. The Rev. William Lloyd lines of New York City will speak at the Community Forum on Sunday after. The Rev. William Griffin, and Mr. Hill render musical selections. A dinner and entertainment was given by the Sons and Daughters of the Elks last Thursday evening at The Rest on Englewood avenue. Mr. William Griffin, wife of the Rev. William Grinlin, former pastor of Bathney Presbyterian Church, led his home in Atlantic City last Sunday. The funeral services of Clarence Mintz, who died at the Englewood Church on the first Baptist Church in Wednesday. The Ideal Temple No. 280, daughters of Elks I, B. P. O. E., of W. will receive the reception and dance on Friday evening, March 16 at Englewood Armory. Asbury Park Dr. E. Gaylord Howell of New Brunswick was a visitor in the city last week. Mrs. Alice Rendell and Mrs. Flitzgerald, accompanied by friends, meted to the city and visited friends during the week. Miss Ethel Brandon of Red Bank won the first prize at the Leclerc Club reception at Paradise Hall last Tuesday. Wilmer Elston and Thomas Were seriously hurt last Saturday when Mr. Elston's car struck a truck. Isaac Kershaw of Manasqua was accidentally killed when he stepped in front of the car of the Rev. J. H. Walker last Thursday. J. H. Bernett of Bering avenue is still very slick. Frank Payne of Ridge avenue is under the care of his physician. Montclair The Nonpareil Whist Club was entertained at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Simpson, 127 North Fulbright Street. High scores were made by Mrs. Joseph Blackwell and J. Johnson. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Matthew Jackson, 145 Lincoln street. David Love, 29 Wheeler street, gave a party in honor of the birth of his son, Justin last Saturday evening. Cards were played and a repast served. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Jaroslav Mr. and Mrs. Nicholl, Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. H. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. A. Lee, Misses May Daly, Helen Heller, Mrs. C. Miller, Mrs. Martin Wilson, Aubrey Daly, N. A. Simons, Charles James, David Staple James Moore and Robert B. Love. The Unique Whist Club will hold its next meeting at the residence of Aubrey Daly, 37 Elmwood avenue. Mattewan The First Baptist Church here, on Feb. 1, called as its pastor the Rev. Daniel L. Reed of Brooklyn, N. Y. He grew up in the Theological School of Howard University, called to a church, and served three eight years. After ten years, he chaplained in the United States Army during the World War. At the close of the war, the Rev. Mr. Reed lectured throughout the country upon the importance of this gigantic struggle. On leaving the lecture platform, he pastured in a small town in North Carolina and taught in this high school. A little than a year ago this minister went to Brooklyn and was employed from time to time as a roller preacher at the meet all over New York. He will be accompanied by his wife, whose efficiency as a teacher of Latin has made it expedient there in the New Bern High School, North Carolina, until this time. Paterson Scott Hydleburg, who recently underwent an operation, is conserving. Miss Doris Johnson has entered Lincoln Hospital, in New York, to study nursing. Mrs. Louis Rock and daughter of Mystic, Conn., visited friends in the city last week. The marriage of Miss Priscilla Bouner of this city to James Frank of Passage has been announced. Hackensack The Keystone Club will give seasonal reception and dawn show on high lawns, on Friday March 9. The committee consists of K. J. Hoculc, chairman; B. L. Oliver, A. Alston, W. A. Farrar, R. Avery, W. R. Smith and J. T. Fortune. Mrs. Hoculc is blessed by the Clover Leaf Orchestra. Plainfield The Plainfield Tennis Club holds its fourth annual dance at the Murray Amusement Academy in Murrayville who furnished Fletcher Henderson Red Bank Warren T. Phipps, who plays the role of Baltham and Baltham's orchristian, sung the violin in over sixton WJH recently. He also sang for Mrs. H. C. Phipps of Phipps Hall. Bernardsville Mrs. Charles Clark of Newark, Wilbur Brower and Frank Neal of New York were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Jones on last Su SPECIAL ARTICLES Keeping Fit By E. ELLIOTT RAWLINS, M.D. To the Critics of the Modern Physician THE science and art of medicine has lived and developed and has been praised and criticized since the appearance of man on the face of the earth. Living beings fear death—even critics and Christians do. This is the reason why physicians have always existed and always will. In order to prolong life, the body is to be kept healthy. Illnesses are to be avoided, and if disease does affect an individual, the sickness is to be cured. Thus has risen the science and art of medicine. In the ancient folk lore of all races we find the history and origin of medical therapeutics. Religion and medicine in the days of old were intimately interwoven. The medicine of the ancient Chinese, Hindus, Egyptians, Hebrews, Persians and other Asiatic and African races is chiefly discussed in their religious writings and ceremonies. Even the Mormons We have heard a lot of excuses made by the white "brethren" for net treating the colored "brethren" as equals in their churches, but the excuse which the Mormons use, and which was just communicated to me in Salt Lake City, "takes the cake." "Are there any colored members in the Mormon Church?" we asked. "Very few," was the reply. To find out why we inquired further and learned that no Negro, even though he be a member, is ever considered enough of a "saint" to be allowed to go into "The Temple," the great semi-Gothic structure which is the head institution and the architectural boast of the "Church." Times have changed and so has the science and art of medicine. From the time of Hippocrates, the great physician of Cos, to the present time, many changes in the theory and practice of medicine have been made. Magic and superstition have been superseded by scientific facts learned through experimentation and investigation. Thunckery has been, gradually, transformed into witchcraft and astrology have surely given way to more humans and more rational explanations as to theory and causation of disease. The founding of numerous hospitals and medical and scientific bodies throughout England, the continent and America has made impression upon the healing art. Modern physicians now have the accumulated knowledge of the scientific facts relative to the departments of medicine. Such subjects as anatomy and physiology, embryology and comparative anatomy, chemistry—both general and physiological—pathology and bacteriology, materia medica and therapeutics, surgery, gynecology and obstetrics, hygiene and preventive medicine, the diseases of the eye, ear, nose and throat, all these are the knowledge of the modern physician. And yet they are critics who know better that "nine-tenths of the physicians do not know any more about the human body and how to cure its ills than chiropractors, Christian Scientists, faith healers, root doctors and quacks." Such statements in supposed in- Even the By WILLIAM We have heard a lot of "brethren" for net treating in their churches, but the ex and which was just communi "takes the cake." "Are there any colored men we asked. "Very few," was the reply. To find out why we inquire Negro, even though he be enough of a "saint" to be allo the great semi-Gothic struc- tion and the architectural boa And why are Negroes thus barred from full sainthood and entry into the holiest? Well, this is the cake-taking explanation: There was once a war in heaven, when one Archangel, whom Milton calls Satan, got so ambitious as to raise a rebellion to try to overthrow God and rule in his stead. In other words, Satan set out to raise hell in heaven. According to the Mormons, God must have been pretty hard-pressed, for he sought volunteers and from every quarter of the known world, people he promptly sided with God; but the overcultions colored brother, while not sliding with Satan, proclaimed, as Bert Williams used to put it: "I am neutral!" Well, Satan lost thenceforth to he known as "The Devil." God won—by the good help of the enemy, therefore, the Negro cannot become "the saint"; he is still somewhat "neutral." He cannot enter the Temple and he cannot go to heaven. Yes, only one Negro has been saved from heaven in history by creation, was the "Body Sorran," of Hicks Confidences Questions and Answer By EGYPSY ANN Does It Pay to Be Attentive? DOES a girl still appreciate a box of candy, a flower or some little trifle? Take it from me, boys, she doesn't miss! She loves to believe that you are interested in her welfare and appearance, and she is just as susceptible to flattery as you are: If you like the dress she has on, tell her so. Tell her how pretty her eyes are or how becoming her hair is arranged. If she tells you "Not to hang that was made out," she's inwardly pleased and much kindly disposed towards toligent persons surely are without justification. But the practice of medicine is used to the darts and shafts of critics, even from the days of the caustic Mollers, who openly and continuously criticized physicians. The cause of most diseases is now known to medical science. investigation is still going on as to the cause of others. Modern physicians are quite able, today to alleviate the suffering, and in most cases to bring about a cure in those illnesses in which the cause of the illness is such treatment has been perfected. Bacteriology, discoveries in microscopic life, the modern conception of physiology and pathology, the studies in clinical medicine, the study of the physiological action drugs, have placed the灾害 of the sick upon a logical basis. Huge steps have been made in the study of the action of drugs on the human economy, and no physician today writes a prescription without this knowledge and the ultimate result for good upon his patient. The art of the modern physician is...not quackery, even though some, "boob" who writes his "Views and Reviews" needn’t so, adiabolic. He reasoned, will always have its followers, because there is something vital, something good in it, and no amount of criticism will prevent "suffering humanity" from taking the advice and treatment of those who practice the "healing art." Mormons FROM PICKENS excuses made by the white colored "brethren" as equals cause which the Mormons use, related to me in Salt Lake City, members in the Mormon Church?" ed further and learned that no member, is ever considered awed to go into "The Temple." are which is the head institu- tion of the "Church." ham Young, the organizer of Mormonism. You see, this Negro was a "good servant," and Brigham Young, like all "good white folks," was somewhat partial to this "Negro," and influenced God to let him in. This, of course, demonstrates the great influence which Brigham Young has on all. From all reports, this Mormon religion is a "very" convenient" affair: If you are a member in good standing, paid up, you can do just about as you don't please without losing your salinity. One of the original principles of Mormonism was that a man could have as many wives as he could support or rather as many husbands. That must have been an inducement to persuade men to come out and people this desert. Only some extraordinary indulgence could ever have persuaded them to cross the Rockies and settle in these salt-sand wastes. And yet Joseph Smith, the original "prophet" of Mormonism, said: This is the only true religion. not get into the most provoking habit of admiring each girl you pass on the street and commenting on her figure, dress and the longing looks she casts in your direction. When you are with a girl, bestow your attention on her and can make her feel that she is his main interest, is one who is generally the most popular with her. Jumping Out of the Frying Pan Dear Egypt Ann: I hope you can help me in my troubles. I am 20 years old and have been a hairdresser for the last four years. I room with a nice family, but I am beginning to want a home of my own. My people are all dead, with the exception of a married sister, who is in Paris. Now a widow of 53 has asked me to marry him. He has a nice home and a car Jn Long Island. He also has a daughter, who is 24. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 -:- "Scratching the Surface" Writer Recalls Experiences With the Negro Press SOME months ago I wrote a special article in answer to a large number of letters I had received from readers who wanted to know something about the desirability of coming to Europe to settle, particularly France. In that article I gave as precise an answer as I could. Still many readers continue to write, asking pretty much the same things. It seems, however, that several of them have just discovered the travel articles. In this, I am reminded of something else. In the latter part of 1926 I took a trip to certain parts of the country south of New York, meeting many Negroes of prominence, some of whom one might have met in the course of conversation with them. I spoke from time to time of certain articles that had appeared in the Negro press, notably one of the exposure of racial intermixing in Virginia. As it will be recalled, Virginia had tried to pass a law making the marriage of white and Indian women illegal, that so many of the "first families" were of Indian descent; and that this Indian descent when traced sometimes not so far back was really Indian and Negro, that the bill met with crushing defeat. Had the Virginia legislators pass a law that would have been only a matter of the time when some of the would have been riding in the Jim-Crow car. The exposure was based on cases taken from the Bureau of Vital Statistics at Richmond, and in condensed form appeared in several of the leading Negro journals in various parts of the country. This, as it happened, was as important as it was relevant. The important thing was the information which every Negro, high and low, ought to have had because here at last was official proof that the white man and the black in America are much mixed that it is impossible to tell who is who. Yet, to my astonishment, I discovered that a large number of Negro luminaries had never even heard about the Negro, and included a stranger on the nation, and set most of the whites in Virginia in two bitterly opposing camps. When I mentioned the fact that the exposure had been printed in the Negro press, several of them informed me rather scornfully that they never read Negro newspapers, and one educator told me that he was not interested in what Negroes wrote on the race question, but in what the whites wrote. The inference was that this learned gentleman already knew what was in the mind of the Negro, past and to come; that he was such an authority himself that She is a school teacher and lives at home with her father. Frankly, I am not in love with the man, but I admire and respect him and honestly believe that I would make him a good wife. His daughter doesn't particularly care for me and she doesn't want her father to marry again. Please give me your advice on the subject. What would you do? PUZZLED. Dear Puzzled: What would I do? Well, I'd just keep on "hitting the chillies" and "slinging the old iron" until I meet the man I can love. Girlle, you've got another good ten years before you need to worry about getting married or not getting married. Many a married woman envises the independence of a single one. You admit that you don't love the man. You realize that there will be family and about you have not considered the fact that you will most likely meet someone who you will love. The difference in age is great enough to lead to misunderstanding, as your ideas on subjects will naturally be different. A nice home and a car are desirable, but they are not guarantees of happiness. A lot depends upon who shares them: with you. Don't take the step to my advice or in some few years you'll be married. You're very young: when you were married and your husband's ways are too old for you. Best wishes, BEGYPSY. ANN. Dear Readers: Don't forget to send stamps for personal replies and please don't become impatient if your letter isn't answered immediately. 'Remember there are others before yours. At Tucker, a graduate of Columbia University, received an appointment, last week, as accountant with the bank of the Kappa Alpha Fri. Frienlery. Amsterdam News By J. A. ROGERS no Negro could tell him anything. However, nearly all were eager to get the articles thin! I could not then help thinking how much of the "cracker" spirit was in these and other Negroes who speak scornfully of the Negro press. In the past ten years the Negro group has made tremen- tous progress in all walks of life but as far as the minds of many white people regarding it are concerned they might as well have been dead fifty years ago, so firmly are their minds fixed in the past. Similarly in ten years the Negro - J. A. Rogers - press, from a puny, untaught weakling, has developed into a young giant, lusty in promise, intellectual and otherwise. There are today at least six Negro newspapers, printed with about 80 per cent of the white papers. Some of these Negro journals are from two to three times the size of any daily published on the European continent, whiten one or two are just a write smaller than the London Times, and one from other than the two largest European newspapers. The Amsterdam News is more than twice the size of any daily that I have seen in France, Germany, Holland, Belgium or any other of the other countries on the Continent in which I have been. Le Matty, the famous French daily, has only eight pages. And as to quality of matter and presentation, some of these Negro papers rank favorably in their sphere with white paper representing America. Journals representing the interests of any particular people are necessarily limited in their scope, but this does not mean that they are not as competent in their own limits as the ones representing national and international interests. The Negro press, of course, has its faults, and many of the things against it by some of the leaders above mentioned are true. It is bound to have faults. In order to succeed it must reflect, as Happiness Defined A GREAT soul salute. "Happiness is the acceptance of life, whatever it is." And one might add these words: "and making the best of it." From the sum of our birthrights, talents, various assets and liabilities we gather the material which we must weave into the making of our happiness. That which some other man has may not be used. Only our own, our very own material, is acceptable. The world has known happy Our Presidents' Wives President Married Wife's Name Born Died Washington 1769 Martha (Dandridge) Curtls 1732 1803 J. Adams 1769 Abigail Smith 1744 1818 Jefferson 1772 Martha (Wayles) Skelton 1748 1832 Madison 1794 Dolly (Payne) Todd 1772 1849 Monroe 1786 Ellika Kortwyrph 1768 1830 J. Q. Adama 1786 Loretta Catharine Johnson 1767 1852 Jackson 1791 Rachel (Donelson) Robards 1767 1828 Van Buren 1807 Hannah Hoes 1773 1819 Harrison 1795 Anna Symmgs 1775 1864 Tyler 1813 Letfla Christian 1790 1842 Tyler 1814 Julia Cardiner 1820 1830 Polk 1844 Sarah Childress 1803 1891 Taylor 1810 Margaret Smith 1788 1852 Fillmore 1826 Abigail Powers 1798 1853 1858 Caroline (Carmichael) McIntosh 1813 1851 Pierce 1834 Jane Means Appleton 1806 1863 Buchanan Lincoln 1842 Mary Todd 1818 1882 Johnson 1827 Eliza McCardle 1810 1876 Grant 1848 Julia Dent 1831 1890 Hayes 1852 Lucy Ware Webb 1831 1899 Garfield 1859 Loretta Rudolph 1833 1918 Arthur 1859 Ellen Lewis Hernnd 1837 1880 Cleveland 1866 Francoe Folsom 1864 ..... 1892 B. Harrison 1853 Caroline Lavinia Scott 1832 ..... 1892 1896 Mary S. (Lord) Dimmick 1858 ..... 1897 McKinley 1871 Ida Saxton 1844 1907 Roosevelt 1833 Alice Lee ..... 1884 1886 Edith Kermit Carow ..... 1861 ..... 1914 Taft 1886 Holeen Herron 1860 1914 Wilson 1886 Ellen Louise Axson 1860 1914 1918 Edith (Bolling) Galt 1872 ..... 1924 Harding 1892 Florence King 1860 1924 Coolidge 1906 Grace A. Goodhue ..... ..... a whole, the minds of its readers, and we will have perfect newspapers, white or black, only when we have perfect readers. To please some people, one must inevitably displease others. One thing is sure, the Negro press in the hands of some of its financial critics, it's only a matter of time when the public would have far less interest, if any, in it. Within the past few years there has been an improved psychological attitude on the part of Negro editors in general. Once, many editors would not carry news quite so sensibly. It is a great affair with them, and they introduced petty, feminine spites into their sheets. This type of editor now is, happily, rare. He sees now that while he may not be interested in a certain man, his readers may be, and he nuts the broader interest first. A few weeks ago I was invited to the house of one of America's foremost writers to discuss Negro literature prior to Dunbar. The two volumes are of great oral volumes on American literature, and is including the Negro In the course of discussion, the subject of the Negro press came up. I told him of the travel articles, and of some of the things I had said in them, not only about the race question, but of politics and life in general, and to my surprise he expressed surprise that the newspaper, not because they ought not to be in a newspaper, but because of what may be considered their advanced nature. It then struck me that the Negro press was much broader than I had thought it all along, and broader than the majority of us think it is, and I took occasion to say that so far as I could see the Negro press, at this stage, was serving the majority of us concerned concern was agitating for equal rights and privileges for American citizens; and the nearest things approaching the sacred with us were the clergy and the cosmetic interests, but that even these did not at times escape scathing criticism. I further pointed out that adverse articles appearing in white publications—articles that sometimes hurt the Negro press—were carried in the Negro press; while articles of a similar nature in the Negro press rarely, if ever, are copied by a white publication. On the matter of the race question as it concerns white, as well as black, the Negro press is much broader than the white press; that is, the former is more inclined to give the white man his due. Speaking as a matter of simple truth, I am acquainted with the major portion of literature on the Negro as it has been written by both black and white, and rack my mind as I will I can recall but having seen one really outspoken article on the Negro appearing in a newspaper an article that really won't below the surface, and that is Mr. Schuyler's recent article in The American Mercury. Of course, I mean an article written by a Negro. And this is not so much a tribute to Mr. Schuyler's genius and keen wit as it is to The Mercury. Gallons of ink We decide the issue no matter where our lots are cast. N. A. A. C. P. TO LAUNCH MEMBERSHIP DRIVE Throughout the entire country, on March 15, branches of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will simultaneously launch a drive for membership, results to be announced at the Los Angeles Conference of the Association June 27 to July 3, it was announced today. Says Journalism Was Once "Personal Affair" have been split on this race question and the sole reason for saying anything more is to say those things that are not supposed to be said. At the risk of being accused of talking too much about myself, I might give my own experiences in this matter. I began by writing articles to the white press, telling of things as I really saw them and knew them. Up to the present I have read three articles, all of which were carefully censored. I have never tried The Mercury. Up to the present I have been censored only once by a Negro newspaper, and that was when I wrote about the exposed nature of the urinoids in Italy when we were carried the article as I wrote. Through the kindness of Mr. Eugene Gordon and a white friend, I had what seemed a certain opportunity to place my travel articles with a white syndicate, but I finally decided for the Negro newspapers—at least, those that would have them. I did so at considerable financial loss and handicap, but at great spiritual gain and power. I had to paper papers there are a thousand and one things I would not have been able to say, for fear of offending the advertisers. One has to study the market for this, and most of the time it is like walking on an egg-strewn path and trying not to break any eggs. But one likes to swing along freely, without feeling himself bitted and brilled. That is as far as the United States is. Poor that will ever amount. All writing that will ever amount to anything must be written not for the market but must be the result of self-expression based on originality and the realities of life. Often the rejected facts of today become the recognized truths of tomorrow. As long as the Negro press remains as liberal as it is, it will at least set an example to our writers, and by and by speaking out freely will become a habit. The realities will follow Mr. Schuyler's example, and truth will be released at last. The Negro press, with all its imperfections, is the spokesman of the group. It fills a unique and indispensable role. It is the champion of citizenship rights in the fullest sense of the word. It introduces Negroes to themselves, to their shortcomings as well as to their accomplishments. How else could they have had this self-knowledge, which we are told is the beginning of all wisdom? As for myself, far from scoring the Negro newspaper I read everyone, however humble, that I can get hold of, of thereby stumbling sometimes on rare bits of knowledge as a monad in some out of the way place. And now, after this long lecture and scolding, I can but hope that those who wrote to ask me questions that I had already answered will be good. If they are, I might answer them another time. Your Horoscope By THEARCHER FEBRUARY 29 promises an excellent birthday to those who deal with chemicals, drugs, oils and liquids. Mental professions, as well as writings and speeches, are favored. The musicians who play stringed instruments will gain success. Care should be used in spending money, for it seems that pleasures and speculations will cause much financial distress. Legal matters are adverse. March 1 promises some promotion in the employment, although the birthday will bring a slightly discontented spirit to many of these people of today. There seems to be a possibility of a sudden operation that will turn out well. The birthday for March 2 will bring success to those who can their ideas and diligence in action, with the help of others, be marked by extremes, except, possibly, through injury from cuts and sharp instruments. The health should be guarded. March 3 promises success in a financial way. Love affairs will cause much unhappiness, which will injure the health or reputation. March 4 favors those who deal in real estate and property. The year will be marked by many changes, both in the home and employment. Elderly people favor the people of today. Love affairs will not be very pleasant. Some peculiar incidents seem indicated for the birthyear of March 6. For the birthyear of March 6, distinguished musical instruments seem most favored. The proper food will do much to relieve the intestinal trouble that is shown. March 6 begins a birtyear that will be full of changes in the employment. There is an indication of the loss of a close member of the family. This will not affect everyone. All the people of May will be made a less marked adversity throughout the year. The middle of September will be very adverse and care MAGAZINE PAGE A Key to Culture By LEOLA LILLARD The Primitive Debutante IN PRIMITIVE life the position of the young girl must have been precarious. As a child she played and romped just as little girls do today, but as she approached marriageable age she was either stolen by some wandering tribe or bartered by her own people. Women are considered the "weaker sex," not only because biology records her so, but because ages of social unfairness have accentuated her weakness through the centuries. Ages ago the boys were taught to fight and kill to protect themselves—they were sent out to hunt, fish and learn to make spears and arrows; girls were confined to one little spot, where they were assured protection. IN PRIMITIVE life the position of the young girl must have been precarious. As a child she played and romped just as little girls do today, but as she approached marriageable age she was either stolen by some wandering tribe or bartered by her own people. Women are considered the "weaker sex," not only because biology records her so, but because ages of social unfairness have accentuated her weakness through the centuries. Ages ago the boys were taught to fight and kill to protect themselves—they were sent out to hunt, fish and learn to make spears and arrows; girls were confined to one little spot, where they were assured protection. Among some early peoples the woman was worshiped and feared; among others she was subjugated and made to feel her inferiority. Among some tribes or clans conditions were so difficult for the primitive girl, and so many hardships were forced upon her, that frequently she wandered from her people purposely, permitting herself to be captured by savages and carried away. In some instances we find that she was forced to live in a cage for many years until her people were ready to sell her exchange her in marriage. Under all conditions "more" these, the primitive "debutante" must have found life wretched in the extreme. Although they were devoid of love and gentleness, primitive people seem to have had a very pronounced moral sense. The things which they considered dangerous advanced civilization contained curious ways to protect their women, just as we pretend to protect ours today. They kept young women apart from the rest of the tribe. Separation of the sexes was one of man's earliest institutions. Even among certain animals, the young are carried about by their parental protection—the males by the father and the females by the mother. Among savage races still existing we find that the Kaffir woman is extremely chaste and modest; the Lob-nor girls are severely punished for immoral actions; girls in New Guinea are forced to maintain chastity or submit themselves to the Equatorial Africans, the girl who disgraces her family by wantonness is banished from her clan; among various Northern Indians, girls were from early age prohibited by custom from joining in the most innocent amusements with boys; the Corsican girl is taught to disgrace herself or spoken to by man on side her family circle; and even the terbes of the East Coast in Arr By R. A Retribution VIELDING unto the yoke, Feeling the bitter stroke, Which your own sins provoke, Murmur not nor repine, But meekly now resign To penalty condign. To late now to repent, Too late to circumvent Mertied punishment. Bowing your head in shame, Bearing a tarnished name, Know yours is all the blame; For unto you *twas known* That seed, however sown. Must some day be full grown, And must, in joy or tears, In confidence or fears. Be reaped in coming years. Repentence comes too late, Now, to propitiate Or doom to obviate. Sentence you must abide Of gods whom you defied In arrogance and pride. So you must wear the yoke And bear the heavy stroke Which your own sins provoke! Are You an Esau? THE story of Esau, Jacob's elder son, is the story of the consumate folly of a man who, because he was hungry, sold his priceless heritage for a mess of pottage. Despite the lesson of Esau's failure to suffer the loss, intense sufferings and other consequences, every age has had epileptic Esau who have bartered and sold the best they had for a few days of, or perhaps a few hours of, destructive pleasure. A young woman wants to follow the way of "flaming youth." in handling sharp instruments should be used. The health should be guarded. The readers who would like to know their favorable and adverse period should send the date, hour and year of the birth, and the hour of writing this date, as nearly correct as possible, to Theather, care The Amsterdam News. Enclose a stamped and self-addressed envelope, corresponding upon the date of birth, depends upon the date of birth, as the postions of the planets can then be worked out to express their meaning to that birthdate and to the hour indicated. edition of the young girl must a child she played and romped her, but as she approached mar-olen by some wandering tribe. Women are considered the biology records, her so; but as have accentuated her weak-ages ago the boys were taught themselves—they were sent out spears and arrows; girls were here they were assured protec- Madagascar have a high degree of morality. In Australia, in primitive life, brothers and sisters were not permitted to talk to each other in China and Japan. young girls are carelessly separated from the other sex even to this day. The "coming-out" party of modern life seems to be a vestige or relic of the time when girls "came out" of the huts when they had been imprisoned and were offered in marriage to the highest bidders, the best hunter or to the man betrothed in infancy. The early "deb" half glad and half sad, thrilled with her new freedom, proud of her momentary importance, came trembling out of her prison to put away the old life of childhood and sexlessness and take upon herself the desecrated sexes of a woman. The man desecrated sexes of a woman, panked and decorated for the shouting, feasting and dancing making a ceremony of the business of selecting a bride. Many of these poor girls were forced to accept men as husbands whom they had never seen. Of course, the debautante of today is far removed from the debautante of yesterday. But, human nature is essentially the same as it was ages ago; life goes on in the old groove despite the automobile, collisions, and the cigarette case of the girl who breaks down traditions, and the new generations that are constantly treading upon the toes of the old. The early tribes excluded their girls after the age of five to eight. They were forbidden to enter men's urinals on their own. From the very first day of their seclusion they were instructed in the duties of marry. Life and motherhood. Today's the girls of the most modest families are permitted to mingle with boys at school, at church, on the playground, and in public; many are married, but many—very many—are left to their own freedom. be popular with "the younger generation," make a record for daring. She looks at vulgar pictures, engages in petting and cuddling, takes chances with a strange man under dangerous circumstances, and she is tempted and falls. The evil whispering, "take one chance; a little fun won't hurt you; have a little pleasure, as others are doing." When the young woman realizes her loss and regrets and repents, too late she finds that she sold her birthright, her womanhood for a mess of carnal pottage. A wife is tempted. Her husband is unkind and lacks affection toward her. The temperter whispers, "He does not appreciate you; come with me and let us have our pleasure together, and the world will not be wiser." She yields; she surrenders her monarch; she overes the man and disgraced the soldier birthright for a mess of unsatisfying pottage. A young man is tainted by his evil companions because he desires to live a clean life. They tell him, "You never will be a man." He is lured by an evil woman who, by kisses and caresses, arouses in him violent sex passion. He disregards warnings and walks into the snare; but when he comes out with the potion, he venerates veneral disease in his blood but that he has played Esau! He has sold all for a mess of rotten nottage. A husband yields to the wrong. The devil makes him dissatisfied with his own wife. He goes into the home of his neighbor and consorts with his neighbor's wife. He is overtaken and, if he escapes, he must share his shame. Not only did Esau injure himself and forfeit his own heritage, but he cursed his posterity who had to share his misfortune. So, those who follow the example of Esau curse their posterity by the transmission of diseases and immoral tendencies by which they are handicapped all their lives. Paul instructs that Esau repented and sought his blessing with strivings and tears; but if he too late. So with modern Esau: the heritage of virtue, honor, health, character once bartered is lost. forever! Modern Esau BEWARE! In the same Class. After the same class by mail you can converse freely with anybody else who learned French by mail. —San Francisco Chronicle. With the I.B. With the I.B.P.O.E.of W. By Charles Magill Funeral services over the remains of Strander Pitts, 306 Clifton place, were conducted by Exalted name Joseph M. Washington Sunday afternoon at Holy Trinity Baptist Church, the key, Thomas S. Karten dueling. The deceased was 88 years old, and death came as the results of injuries sustained during the into war. The body was sent to Washington, D. C., for interment. A wite survivers. A class of 75 candidates initiated Monday night at the home, too, for Brooklyn. Lodge took charge of the body of Wesley E. Thomas, who died last Sunday at Kings County, Hospital, at the request of loggery Lodge No. 9 of Atlantic City, to which lodge the deceased belonged, and gave it an Eik funeral. Understake from Lodge, a memorial of the funeral, which took place from the home of Mr. Thomas at 106 Fleet place. ern jillin James, the Georgetown signed an umn recognition boarding Dr. Rynn Ryan, knight, to present his home actors on him. GRAN A stirring staircase at the age of 42 a day night Mr. Sue Purpose, R. Mont. An excellent program was presented at Manhattan Lodge clubhouse, 266 West 139th street, Sunday afternoon by the forum of the lodge, under the direction of James Jones, piano duo by Daughter Tyrell and her mother, Mrs. Phillips; piano solo by Edward Steele, the blind pianist; a piano solo by Prof. L. E. Jones of Sundusky, Ohio; solos by Mr. Kulson, Lockwood and Daughter Helen Andradees林明文 and Daughter Andradees Lindsay was the accompanist. Andrew T. Mitchell, exalted ruler of Manhattan Lodge, and Charles H. Joell, state deputy, made short addressos. Daughter Teresa Bacon, exalted ruler of Manhattan Lodge, made short addressos. Daughters from the temple who were there as the guest of the daughter ruler. Another feature of Sunny's program was Harold J. Ellis' recital of Rudyard Kipling's "Boots, Boots, Boots." Next Sunday's program will be in charge of James Jones and Daughter Haynes, a prominent member of the Clerf Club, will be in charge. Edward Steele, the blind pianist, an honorary member of Manhattan Lodge, has also been appointed organist, both for the lodge and the state association. The Chin Chow reception at the club house, Saturday evening, March 10. IMPERIAL LODGE. Past Exalted Ruler Chu John, who has the distinction of being the first Chinaman to become a past exalted ruler of the I. B. P. O. E. of W., entertained Exalted Ruler Charles T. Nurse of Imperial Lodge and his staff, and a few invited guests, including the late Joseph Dorey, the special Lodge Thomas H. Brown, at a private opening of his new dining room at 2349 Seventh avenue, Friday evening. Others present Jerome P. Ottley, Joseph Dorey, Joseph A. Brown, Jeremiah A Cox, Henry S. Warner, James B. Allen, James H. Bacon, Walter W. Henry, John H. Brown, Our Brisbane, Thomas H. Brown, Stefert Tyrell of Manhattan Lodge, and Joseph W. Albright, who was master of ceremonies. Daughters Annie E. Johnson and Ellen Jones were hostesses to Eureka Temple Flower Club last Sunday afternoon at the home of Daughter Johnson, 15 West 37th street, interior preschool. Lighthouse Priella McIntosh, Sadie Perkins, Mary E. Johnson, Stella Sewell, Nellie White and Mrs. Maggie Cappers, mother of Daughter Johnson, who spoke; Mrs. Sadie McGill Greenage; Thomas H. Brown and W. Jarvis of Imperial Lodge; James Bilt of Monarch, and Master B. Capers, a nephew of Daughter Johnson. Other officers elected at the organizing of the state association Saturday were: Thomas Stroud of Pallside Lodge, Yonkers, inner guard; G. W. Johnston, Enterprise, Columbia; George George Williams, Akins Lodge, the state's newest lodge of Newburgh, acquire. MRS. BERRY NOT RETIRING. Chicago Elks are protesting the report that Mrs. Ella G. Berry, grand daughter ruler of the Temples, would retire from the head of the women's branch of the order this August. Meryn R. Ribb, exalted ruler of Great Lakes Lodge; T. 28 Are You In Trouble? TAKE DR. JACKSON'S BLOOD REGENERATOR DOUBLE STRENGTH CLEANS THE BLOOD THE SKIN THE KIDNEYS THE BOWELS THE BLADDER GET AN ORIGINAL BOTTLE AT HOTEL THERESA PHARMACY 2082 Seventh Ave., Cor. 124th St. MAIL ORDERS ATTENDED TO ALL PARTS OF THE WORLD FCC b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. r. s. t. u. v. w. x. y. z. MANHATTAN LODGE. IMPERIAL LODGE. THE FLOWER CLUB. NEWS OF CHURCHES AND FRATERNITIES northern Illinois; daughter Estella B. James, district deputy, and daughter-in-law organization manager, have communication to this column requesting that we make it known that an of Chicago is supporting Mrs. Berry. Dr. Roland R. Johnson of Brooklyn, grand esteemed lecuring knight, whose illness developed in pneumonia, is still committed to this home, 902 Lezayette Avenue, has not yet been permitted to ceil. . GRAND ORIENT BANQUET. A stirring plea for racial cooperation was made by J. Dalmus Steele at the banquet of the joint judges of the Grand Orient or America of A. P. and A. S. R. M., Saturdays, 10 a.m., at the McKinley Hotel, Mr. Steele spoke on "Uncease or Purpose." Other speakers were R. M. Mont, supreme grand master; the Rev. George Stewart, Mrs. Irene Blackstone and Allen Benton, J. J. Durrell, state grand master; the world champion, David Ford was chairman of the committee in charge. The order was organized in 1924. COMPANIONS DEDICATE. Dedicatory ceremonies of the new home of the Companions of the Forest, A. O. F. were held Sunday after the funeral of Rev. Robert McLean, main chief ranger of Court Robert A. Siblah, was the principal speaker and master of ceremonies, Mrs. Marletta Chirlowch is president of the genius museum, Mrs. Williamson, financial secretary, and Mrs. R. Estelle Mattox, treasurer. Elizabeth Chapter No. 14, Order of Eastern Star, was adopted by Eurekne Lodge No. 3, A. F. and A. M. Monday night at King Solomon Masonic Temple, 71-73 West 131st street. The adoption ceremony was read by Hugh A. Bromley, secretary of Bromley Lodge. Marriage Licenses Issued Last Week Mexico avenue; Miss Edith McAllister, 2153 Sarah sth avenue Alfred, Sybester, 123 West 128th street Miss Pearl Bostillock, 161 West 129th street Antone, William, 122 West 144th street; Miss Ester Jackson, 135 West 128th street Bennett, Arthur, 675 Losen avenue; Miss Agnes Lee, 409 Lenox avenue; Bishop, Albert, 257 West 129th street; Miss Winfred Franks, 226 West 123d street. Boston Mercadio, 139 Louder avenue; White Plains, N. Y.; Miss Daisy Kearney, 219 West 123d street. Button, John, 53 Willambleade avenue; Montclair, N. J.; Miss Sarah Salley, 3 Woodland avenue, Montclair, N. J. Jarson, William, 203 West 148th street; Jonas Wiggins, 225 West 115th street. Coley, Louis, 16 Summit place, Newark, N. J.; Miss Lacy Mason, same address. Coriage, Fernande, 71 East 106th street; Miss Isabel Creston, 208 East Nulty- Orchard, Varsell, 252 West 125th street Miss Ethel Hay, 222 West 125th street Davidson, John, 213 James place, Inwood, L. I.: Miss Lenaora Harrington, 223 West 135th street Diggs, Miss Jennie Hazel, 1807 Third avenue Diggs, Horace, 1927 West 145th street Miss Jennie Carrillo, 310 West 137th street Diggs, Justine, 102 West 123d street Miss Isidore Trutman, 2848 Eighth avenue Elicha, William, 695 St. Nicholas avenue; Miss Ellen Walker, 169 West 135th street Epns, Manule, 417 Manhattan avenue; Miss Ellen Walker, same address Forest, Kurt, 3 East 115th street; Miss Violin Mitchell, same address Galmes, Welton, 263 West 132d street Miss Olivia Williams, 263 West 132d street Isalen, Augustine, 12 West 137th street Miss Mary Wilkins, same address Gilmes, Charles, 205 West Sixteenth street; Miss Anna Jenkins, same address Hazel, Charles, 444 Manhattan avenue --- CHAPTER ADOPTED. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Elks Now Have State Association Answering the call of Dr. George W. Thompson of Mount Vernon, N. Y., to organize a state association, a large gathering of delegates from several lodges of the improved Benevolent Protective Order of folks of the World in New York State and Saddleback afternoon in Mount Vernon and formed a permanent state association. In 1824 a state association was formed in New York City and J. Dalmus Steele was made the first president. But that body failed to obtain the sanction of the grand exerted ruler and since then there was no such association in this state through thriving state associations county we found in practically all other states. After the temporary organization, with Dr. Thompson as chairman had been perfected, the permanent one was organized with Samuel B. Mitchell of Monarch Thompson the president. Thompson was made unanimously the first vice-president; Charles T. Magill of Brooklyn Lodge, second vice-president; H. Lewis, Rockland Lodge, of Sparkhill, third vice-president; James B. Allen, imperial Twitty, Westchester Lodge, Tarrytown, recording secretary; S. D. Walton, Empire Lodge, New Rochelle, treasurer; Walter A. Peterson, Brooklyn Lodge, chairman of the Board of Trustees, and Andrew T. Mitchell of Isaac Coy, Westchester Lodge, William Imperial, and Dr. A. S. Reid, Enterprise Lodge of Corona, trustees. In honor of the work done by Dr. Thompson of Blossom Heath Lodge, in whose headquarters the association was formed, the men unanimously billed him the first great president of the newly formed organization, David W. McDaniels, district deputy for the second district, who issued the authorization for the organizing, and who presided over the election, was made the second past president. Miss Ruth Carpenter, 2010 Seventh avenue. Hobbs, Joseph, 102 West, 143d street; Miss Agnes Askins, 130 West, 143d street. Howzo, James, 127 West, 173th street; Miss Virginia Davis, 190 Second avenue. Misshrey, Edward, 274 West, 140th street; Miss Ardenia Watson, 2137 Seventh avenue. Lake, Melville, 301 West, 144th street; Miss Rebecca Parham, same address. Lamble, Nathan, 202 West, 154th street; Miss Lamine Holloway, 312 West, 142d street. Lovell, Callee, 2168 Fifth avenue; Miss Albertina Allen, 17 West 137th street; Patterson, Maurice, 650 St. Nicholas avenue; Miss Rosebud Perry, 772 St. Nicholas avenue; Patterson, Maurice, 313th avenue; Miss Mayne Overly, 152 West 118th street; Pittman, Tilman, 214 West 140th street; Miss Christine Herskill, same address; Innis, Ezekiel, 236 Seventh avenue; Miss Eleanor Ince, 242 West 146th street; Jackson, Taft, 420 St. Nicholas avenue; Miss Imla Hicks, same address; Jeffrey, James, 100 West 144th street; Miss Olive Sebastian, 152 West 151st street; Jennings, James, 210 West Sixty-second street; Miss Johanna Moultree, same address; Johnson, Killiam, 293 Fifth avenue; Anne Washington, same address; Kelly, Hurge, 292 West 146th street; Miss Jennie Brown, 295 West 150th Kenp, Willey, 142 West 125th street; Miss Lovey Trailer, 242 West 122d street. King, Charles, 110 West 125th street; Miss Carrie Taylor, 515 Fourth court; Birmingham, Ala. James, Thomas, 46 West 100th street; Miss Laura Rodriguez, 7 West 116th street. Ruby, Junone, 620 St. Nicholas avenue; Miss Carrie Outlaw, same address. Beyon, Carlson, 215 West Fifty-ninth street; Miss Emma Williams, 123 West 125th street. Robinson, William, 8 West 135th street; Miss Emily Long, same address. Ross, Theodore, 235 West 147th street; Miss Lucy Satchell, 66 West 139th street. Ruffings, Virgil, 2310 Seventh avenue; Miss Alma Fennell, 129 West 142d street. Shimohiro, Henry, 123th Avenue, Miss Mary Alexander, 307 West 128th street Smalls, Henry, 723 St. Nicholas avenue; Miss Thalena Bruce, james address; Smart, William, 170 West 123d street; Miss Fannie Strickland, 279th Avenue Tesley, Mary, 309 West 143d street; Miss Mary Kelly, 10 East 131st street; Thomas, Rowland, 65 West 140th street; Miss Delay Watkins, 371 Lenox avenue. Turpin, Frank, 201 West 145th street; Miss Julia Footman, 67 Macomb place. Wade, John, 238 Duffield street, Brooklyn; Miss Ethel Jackson, 19 West 127th street Walker, Frank, 254 West 146th street; Miss Alyco Tompkins, 2387 Seventh avenue. Wells, James, 228 West 144th street; Miss Henrietta Prunty, 206 West 142d street Wilkinson, Wilfred, 201 West 146th street; Miss Gertrude Coleman, 23 West 138th street Williams, Bruce, 806 West 184th street; Miss Mary Mitchell, same address. Williams, Henry, 323 Lenox avenue; Miss Mary Mitchell, same address. Williams, Rohrck, 234 West Sixty-third street; Miss Marle Cash, same address. Wyatt, Cocilia, 11 East 117th street; Miss Nellie Vaughan, same address. Yem, Henry, 2038 Eighth avenue; Miss Eilah Bchenck, 234 East Sixty-fifth street. St. James Presbyterian Church Louis H. Gregory, lecturer for the Abdul Haji movement, will speak at the St. James' Church forum next Sunday afternoon. His subject will be: "Can the Religious of the World be United? If So, on What Basal?" Flu May Start So-called "common" colds are dangerous. Gripple or Flu may result. Check the cold promptly. HILL'S Cascara - Bromide- Quinine tablets stop a cold in one day. Drive out the poisons. Play saffal Insist on HILL'S, in the red box. 30 cents at all druggists. **HILL'S** Cascara - Bromide - Quinine St. Mark's M. E. Church The pastor, the Rev. J. W. Robinson, spoke on "Giving to God Want Belongs to Him" at St. Mark's M. E. Church on Sunday morning. The Rev. H. A. Bolden, assistant pastor, and charge of the evening services, joined the congregation. The choir solos during the day were Miss Minnie Brown, Mrs. Ruby Green and Mrs. Van Liew. The senior church choir quartette, which will sing over station WG55 tomorrow at 5:30, sung at the evening service. The personage committee gave a presentation on Wednesday night. Skiches were given by Mrs. L. Cherry and Mrs. Christina Brown. Przes were awarded Mrs. M. Worlds and Mrs. Elise Draper for the best impersonations of Sarah Bernhardt and Douglas Farbanks. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Stuieb Stubbs. The house board and the Ladies' auxiliary drove a surprise to Mrs. Emma McGrue and Mrs. Batley, her mother, at their home last Monday night. Mrs. Batley received $25. Miss Ophelia B. Shields, social worker at the Y. W. C. A., addressed Class No. 2 of the normal group during the regular meeting of the class last Sunday. Witnesses were placed on the altar on Sunday by Mrs. Leah Holmes in memory of her father, Alfred J. Murry. Dinner was served in the dining room by the Flora Circle on Sunday. Mrs. Crafton was in charge Miss Corra Alston is president of this organization. Charles Alexander and E. Thomas were the speakers at the Students' Literary Association meeting, which was held at 5:30 in the community house of the church. B. Isances presided. Mother Zion Church Services at Mother Zlon Church were largely attended on last Sunday. Dr. Brown was the preacher throughout the day. At 10:30 a.m. his sermon subject to the junior bishop congregation was supplication." It is in the math department, he spoke upon "The Meaning of Lent," and at $ p. m. he preached a very impressive and inspiring sermon upon "The Great Gulf." Twelve persons united with the church during the day. Dr. Brown, the sermon, a trustee of the church, departed this life on last Monday morning. The New York Conference will give a reception to Bishop Caldwell in this church on Friday evening, March 16. A program will be given in the lecture room. A banquet will be held in the lecture room and dining room. The sick: Jennie Morris, St. Mark's Hospital: Emma Cosgrave, 136 West, 117th street; Martin Speelman, West, 117th place; Brooklyn Museum, Glifton place, 121 West, 149th street; Emma Guther, 246 West, 123th street; Edna Goff, 231 Seventh avenue; Ida M. Beth, 1351 West, 133d street; Mary Sandifer, Edgecombe Sanatorium; John Gleeson, 77th street, 138th street; Irving, 233 West, 1024th street; Emma Davig, 1024th street, 136th street. Salem M. E. Church Dr. E. H. Colt, secretary-treasurer of the missionary department of the A. M. E. Church, preached at the morning service at Salem Church during the Lycum program at 4 o'clock took the form of an echo meeting of the World Day of Prayer, which was observed Friday, February 24. Mrs. William P. Hanna, national president of the V. W. C. A., told the efforts of women the point of focus during崇拜 condensed prayers for on Friday, Mrs. Taylor of the Presbyterian Board of Missionals also spoke. Mrs. I. M. Blackstone presided. Music was rendered by Mrs. Ruth Logan, soprano; Mr. Farlice, bartone; Mrs. Blackstone, singers and the Lyceum Choral. Miss Hattie Brown presided at the program of the Epworth League at 6.30. "How We Got Our Gospel" was the topic discussed by the young people. In the second annual sermon of the joint usher boards of this church was conducted at the evening services. Rush Memorial Church Dr. G. M. Oliver, pastor, preached an inspiring sermon at Rush Memorial Church on Sunday morning. His text was from Philemon 1:18: "He was sent by the M. account we find in the material things," said Dr. Oliver, "there is oftimes someone who will take care of our debts, so do we find in the spiritual world that our sins are taken care of by Jesus Christ. His experiences, knew that life shared its experience, knew that life pressed by the burden of its degradation and then asked His Father to put our sins on His account. Sin is awful, not only because of its being a violation of God's love, but because it injures the soul itself, causes a loss of power, and lack of love." The W. H. and F. M. Society, Mrs. E. P. Oliver, president, held its union services at 3 o'clock. Dr. L. G. Mason, P. E. of the Long Island district, will sermon. Bishop G. Clement will be the preacher next Sunday. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Mr. Bernstein, a representative of the Sheffield Farm Company, showed some motion pictures on milk at the B. P. P. U. meeting at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church on Sunday. Mucis was rendered by the Eureka Quartette. After the program, a short business meeting was held. The following men have been appointed to the board of managers of the West 135th street branch of the Young Men's Christian Association for 1928: Dr. P. F. Anderson, William H. Austin, the Rev. Hutchins C. Bishop, Rev. R. M. Bolden, Alan L. Dingle, George E. Hall, E. A. Johnson, John E. Nail, A. S. Newman, Harry H. Pace, Henry C. Parker, J. A. Steele, William H. Wortham. At the election of officers held last Friday the following officers were elected: Henry C. Parker, chairman of board; E. A. Johnson, vice-chairman; Harry H. Gace, recording secretary; William H. Austin, treasurer; Alan L. Dingle, assistant treasurer. Obituary AACKSON, Henry Woodley, of Petersburg, Va., entered into eternal rest February 18. 1924, at Ashbury Park, N. J. HENRY R. JONES, S. R. JONES. SAIDLER, James, departed this life Monday, February 27, 1928. Funeral services Wednesday evening, February 29, 1928, at 7:00 P. M. at Ktlen Understake Establishment West Evergreen Evergreen Cemetery. He leaves to mourn his loss a broken-hearted wife, six child- ren and a host of friends. MRS. LOUISE SADLER, MRS. ANNA CAINES, MR. JOHN SADLER, MR. JOHN SADLER, MR. EDWARD SADLER In Memoriam ALLEN—In memory of my beloved husband, Austin Allen, who died February 8, 1927, and left to mourn his loss a wife and niece, stone, but not forgotten. BRIRBANE, Eward, who departed this life March 1, 1925. We're lonely today. We miss you; long for you, loved one. Through tears, it seems but today we saw you go. You have been gone for three years. Sleep on, beloved, in angels' care. You are remembered still by friends so dear. Devoted friend, CLARA L. JONES. In sad and loving memory of our beloved mother, who died February 28, 19- A precious one from us is gone, A voice we love is attired; A place is vacant in our home That never can be filled. Her children, M.I. BROWN, MR. F. BROWN, MRS. M. SENTHHOUSE, MRS. CLARA KNIGHT, DEMBY—Tribute of love and devotion to the memory of a faithful and loving father and grandfather, Stephen Denby, who entered into rest March 4, 1926. At evening, when shadows are falling, Sweet memories come, saddened with pain; Here in our hearts is a longing— If we could see you again. We often think of the days gone by, When we were all together; But our family chain is broken now— The links are all asunder. MRS. CHARLOTTE BOSLEY, FLORENCE A. DEMBY, CLARENCE A. DEMBY. EXUM—In sad but loving memory of my dear mother, Dallie Exum, who departed this life February 28, 1913, fifteen years ago today. When mother breathed her last farewell The shock meant more than tongue could tell. The world, it seems another place Without the smile on mother's face. Sleep on, dear mother, and take they rest. The parting was painful, but God knew best. LUCY ENUM. Daughter. FIELD-In loving memory of my dear brother, Lionel O. Field, who answered the call from above on February 26, 1927. MACKEY-In loving remembrance of my dear mother, Sarah Ann Mackey, who departed five years ago, February 25th. Gone, but not forgotten. WILLIAM F. MACKEY, Son. PINKNEY— To clean me again to her breast. She let her cry, shouting the murder of God. Loving brother. To Mra. Minkle Perry Pinkney. Passed away March 4, 1927. I'm thinking of a friend whom I used to know, Widely known and suffered in this world body. She has gone up to heaven, but I want to know What is she doing there now? To Mrs. Minkle Perry Pinkney, who passed away March 4, 1927. Her friend, MAUD WILLIAMS. PINCKNEY—In sad and loving memory of Minkle Pinkney, who departed this life March 4, 1927. You are sadly missed. PEARL BAILEY. SKINKEE—In memory of our dear father, John W. Skinkey, who died February 20, 1928. He was weary of his burden And he called on God for rest. Jesus took him in His bosom, Where he found eternal rest. Not dead to us, who loved him; Not lost, but gone before. He lives with us in memory, And will forevermore. Your devoted WIFE AND CHILDREN, 80 Hughy road, Brooklyn, N. Y. WALKE—In memory of Charles Walker, who departed this life February 23, 1923. Gone, but not forgotten, CARRIED WALKE, Sister. WINGFIELD—In sad but living remembrance of my darling mother, Maria N. Wingfield, who departed this line four years ago, February 29th. Gone, but not forgotten; Devoted daughter, MRS. IRENE W. MACKKEY. TO SPEAK ON "WOMEN FACING THE FUTURE" Attorney Myrtle Anderson-Howard will deliver the last lecture of the series to women only at the public library on 185th street, in the location, tomorrow evening at 8:30 sharp. The subject of this lecture will be "Women Facing the Future." It will be discussed from five points, namely: Domestic, educational, industrial, civic and political. Deaths Reported Cockburn, Judson, 61; 230 West 123d street. Dower, John, 87; 14 East 131st street. Braey, Joseph, 53; 666 St. Nicholas avenue. Bulman, Joseph, 25; 385 Lonox avenue. Dawson, Charles, 60; 10 West 133d street. Edwards, William, 68; 24 West 134th street. Gilincer, Ollie, 24; 2460 Seventh avenue. Hyde, Mary, 50; 18 East 134th street. Jackson, George, 29; 7 West 133d street. Mabin, Mollie, 75; 314 West 135th street. Matthows, Ethel, 30; 219 West 142d street. Morgan, Milton, 41; 224 West 140th street. Osborne, William, 45; 11 West 137th street. Parker, Adoline, 77; 2 East 134th street. Philipson, Anna, 45; 212 West 130th street. Slimon, Rubuta, 40; 56 West 142d street. Smith, Arthur H., 52; 73 West 136th street. Williams, Hattle, 63; 225 West 142d street. MISSION by the VINCENTIAN FATHERS at St. Aloysius Church 219 WEST 132d ST. MARCH 18 TO APRIL 1 First Week for Women Second Week for Men Catholics and Non-Catholics Welcome Sermons Each Evening at 8 o'clock NAZARENE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH and Community Center Grand avenue near Fulton street. Brooklyn—Rev. Henry Hugh Proctor, D. D. M. dinevor, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Endeavor, Sunday, 7 p.m. Midweek meeting, Wednesday, 8 p.m. NOTICE My wife, Regina Eunice Williams Thomas, nee Carrington, having left my bed and board, I shall not be responsible for any debts of any kind contracted by her. NORTON G. G. THOMAS. SPIRITUALIST AFRICAN SCIENTIST—Mr. Amada, who has studied in the occult schools of Arcane and who, by reason of the rigid discipline of those schools, has made visits to the never-ending initiation, examinations, fastings, prayers and other secret rites, and has brought new information and a supply of those articles which can only be obtained from an initiate and a graduate of those schools of antiquity. Write or call. Mr. Amada. 200 West 129th street. Suite 6. New York City. N. Y. Morningside 5287. Call from 9 a. m. to 10 p. m. UNITY SPIRITUALISTIC CHURCH will hold their meetings at Lafarge Hall every Sunday and day of the week, online and webcast. Mrs. Evelyn Allen, mitrage bearer. SPIRITUAL CENTRE. 59 East 123rd St. City. Message meetings dall 2:30 and 8:30 p. m. Evelyn Greens and others. (Adr.) HOME MISSIONARY CHURCH Inc. 291 E. 125th St. Alfred Woods, minister. Lecture and mes sages Sunday 2:30. Various medi medium daily at 2:30 and 8 P. M. Deve oping and healing. THE LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUALIST MISSION SHALL SHINE. THE LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUALIST MISSION, 161 W. 126th St. mccond floor west, conducted by Mr. and Mrs. C. H. MoAllister, will hold ser- vices on Tuesday evening from 8:30 until 11.messages will be given. All are welcome. Mrs. E. A. MoAllister, Prorator. Ao 6-19 THE UNITY SPIRITUALIST ST CHURCH will hold their meeting at 8:30 every Tuesday evening at 8:30, beginning from Sunday evening. Rev. Ed ward will lecture Sunday evening at MoAllister. Mrs. E. L. Allen president. THE UNITED CHURCH OF SPIRITUALIST REST - 301 West 140th treet, near 8th avenue. Mondays and Fridays at 8:30 p.m. Revealing the revelations of your loved ones. Alex. R. Joseph, leader. HOME MISSION SPIRITUAL CHURCH, Inc, 29 East 125th street—Lectures and messages. Alfred Wood Sunday, June 15, 2015. Lunch. Messages from various mediums, 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. daily. Developing classes. HAND IN HAND SPIRITUAL CHURCH—Prof. F. Kingharriman. Don't pass me by. I am just a voice in the room. Prof. F. Kingharriman. Prof. Kingharriman. Come and least the old master deliver to you from the spirit side of life and the earth side of life. Prof. F. Kingharriman. day nights, 8:00. Hand In Hand Spiritual Church, 433 Edgecombe avenue, corner 160th street and St. Nicholas place. ADENIYI OSHOKO, Native African Scientist and Herbist, who has just received the honor of being a member of the studied the mysteries and wonders, also gone through their examination andulative powers, has learned the information and powers of those articles. Special incomes. 299 Putnam avenue, Brooklyn, N. W. Room I-W. Phone Lafayette. HANDS HAND IN HAND SPIRITUAL CHURCH 433 EDGECOMB AVE. 15th St. and St. Nicholas Pl. Every Friday Night at 9 P. M. Come and hear Professor Herman Harris. He needs no introduction to Harlem very monday Night at 9 P. M. Rev. Hettle Johnson, one of the oldest and best mediums of Harlem. Boy Scout News Scout Edward Lewis Court of Honor, The Court of Honor was held at the Urban League Building, 202 West 136th street, last week. It was in charge of Scoutmaster Solace Glen of Troops 773 and 770. No merit badges were awarded to Scouts during this Court of Honor. Only tests in second and first-class requirements were given. New Troops. Two more Scout troops have been registered. They are: Troop Undertakers and Embalmers WAINWRIGHT VAINWRIGHT & DANIEL UNDERTAKERS 162-164 WEST PHONE BRADHURST 0512 SEASON'S TO OUR MA UNDERTAKERS and EMBALMERS 162-164 WEST 136TH STREET ADHURST 0512 NOTARIES SEASON'S GREETINGS TO OUR MANY PATRONS Side 1033 Open Day ED M. WILLIAM ORAL DIRECTOR & EMBÂ COMPLETE $150 AUTO FUNERAL casket, In polished hardwood, black or any silver bar extension handle and lined with match, engraved name plate, strong outside care of remalna. Use of Chapel. Heara any cemetery in Greater New York. SEASON'S GREETINGS TO OUR MANY PATRONS Phone Morningside 1053 FRED M. FUNERAL DIRECT COMPLETE $150 Half couch casket, in polished h trimmed with silver bar extension pillow to match, engraved nam balming and care of remains. Illumine to any cemetery in Gre COMPLETE $150 AUTO FUNERAL Half couch casket, in polished hardwood, black or any color plush, trimmed with silver bar extension handle and lined with alink, with pillow to match, engraved name plate, strong outside box. Embalming and care of remains. Use of Chapel. Hearse and one limousine to any cemetery in Greater New York. 249 West 128th St. MRS. LOUISE MORGAN WILLIAM W. 67 West 130th St., bet. We employ the latest methods of our Innovation Includes Individual Room, and our Spacious Funeral Room (100 Persons Comfortably, Prompt Service Day and Funerals Ranging) H. A. HOWE FUNERAL CITY 2332 SEVENTH AVENUE Mrs. Martha E. Howell, President First Class Service at Modern Your Inspection Telephone W. DAVID BROWN Under the Management of Margaret Brown-Gordy. HIGH GRADE UNDERSTATE. 2315 SEVENTH SERVICE, COURT ROSA L. LE GARR & PH Funeral Directors ALWAYS OPEN P. P. KELSEY, JR., Manager THOS. H. KIRTO 89 West 134th St. Harold Telephone Harlem 8231 MRS. LOUISE B. HART MORTICIAN WILLIAM W. HART, Assistant at 130th St., bet. 5th & Lenox Aves., the latest methods of embalming and caring for the evolution includes Individual Embalming Room, Fax Guest Spacious, Funeral Chapel, with a Beating G Comfortably. Impt Service Day and Night, at Moderate Rate Perials Ranging From $125 Funerals Ranging From $125 Up H. ADOLPH HOWELL FUNERAL CHURCH, INC. VENTH AVENUE Audubon John E. Howell, President — George E. West, ass Service at Moderate Prices—Use of Chur Your Inspection Invited. Telephone Bradhurst 0442 2332 SEVENTH AVENUE Audubon 9239 Mrs. Martha E. Howell, President — George E. Went, Manager First Class Service at Moderate Prices—Use of Church Fres Your Inspection Invited. er the Management of Anna E. Brown & Margaret Brown-Gordy, Walter L. Rowell, Embalm GRADE UNDERTAKERS AND EMBALM 2315 SEVENTH AVENUE SERVICE, COURTESY, SATISFACTION L. LE GARR & PHILIP P. KELSEY, J. Directors 121 West 132d Street, New Y Phone Morningide 25 OPEN NOTARY PUBLIC KELSEY, JR., Manager. Residence Phone Pen S. H. KIRTON West 134th Street Harlam 4434 UNDERTAKER LICEN EMBAI Under the Management of Anna E. Brown and Margaret Brown-Gordy, Walter L. Rowell, Embalmer HIGH GRADE UNDERTAKER8 AND EMBALMER8 2315 SEVENTH AVENUE Motto: Economy, Courtesy and Battlefaction Res. 2508 Seventh Ave., at 145th St. Apt. 2. Telephone Bradhurst 2890 Funerals Conduct DAY AND N CHARLES UNDERTAKER 245 EAST 90th STREET Telephones Lenox 2922-4448 MARY LANE J. R. S. McLEOD, Mgr. morningside 6363 EODIES SHIPPED TO ALL SICK MEN Are you satisfied to carry thereby letting the PRIZ better equipped because of If you are disheartened, why of the Nose, Throat, Lunga, Bladder, Skin, Chronic Blood a and Headaches, as well as Com Women have yielded to my tre another may succeed. Before o for treatment, a thorough exa tive, employing, when neces Sputum, and other Laborator the X-Ray. Delays are dangor TODAY. If in my opinion I o I will tell you no. Office Hours: 9 A. M. Sundays and Holidays, 10 A. and 8 P. M. to B. Rails Conducted Most Digits DAY AND NIGHT SERVICE CHARLES J. COYLE UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMEK EAST 90th STREET, NEW YORK CI Lenox 2922-4448 "Notar Funerals Conducted Most Dignified DAY AND NIGHT SERVICE CHARLES J. COYLE UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER 245 EAST 90th STREET, NEW YORK CITY Telephones Lenox 2922-4448 "Notary Public" 112 WEST 133rd ST. EOD. Mgr. TES SHIPPED TO ALL PARTS OF THE WO ICK MEN and WOMEN satisfied to carry that LOAD OF SIG letting the PRIZES OF LIFE go to suppered because of their SPLENDID HI o disheartened, why not come to my office? Bosse, Thung, Lunge, Stomach, Bowels, Liver, Baklin, Chronic Blood and Nervous Disorders, Ri aches, as well as Complicated Diseases of both have yielded to my treatment. Where others h may succeed. Before accepting a patient ent, a thorough examination is imper- oying, when necessary, Blood, Urine, and other Laboratory Tests, including. Delays are dangerous. Be examined if in my opinion I cannot benefit you. you go. Office Hours: 9 A. M.—4 P. M. and Holidays, 10 A. M. to 1 P. M.; and 8 P. M. to 8 P. M. SICK MEN and WOMEN Are you satisfied to carry that LOAD OF SICKNESS, thereby letting the PRIZES OF LIFE go to those better equipped because of their SPLENDID HEALTH? If you are disheartened, why not come to my office? Diseases of the Nose, Throat, Lung, Stomach, Bowels, Liver, Kidneys, Bladder, Skin, Chronic Blood and Nervous Disorders, Rheumatism and Headaches, as well as Complicated Diseases of both Men and Women have yielded to my treatment. Where others have failed, another may succeed. Before accepting a patient for treatment, a thorough examination is imperative, employing, when necessary, Blood, Urine, Sputum, and other Laboratory Tests, including the X-Ray. Delays are dangerous. Be examined TODAY. If in my opinion I cannot benefit you, I will tell you so. Office Hours: 9 A. M. - 4 P. M. Sundays and Holidays. 10 A. M. to 1 P. M.; and 6 P. M. to 8 P. M. DR. DAVIS 120 EAST 29th ST. Bet. Lexington and 4th Aves. (SPECIALIST) 763, which meets at St. Mark's M. E. Church, and Troop 764, which meets at P. S. 89. They were both registered last Tuesday. EVENING CLASSES AT PUBLIC SCHOOL NO. 89 The Board of Education is conducting classes at evening school No. 89, Lenox avenue corner 1251st street, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. for young men and male adults. All the elementary subjects, arithmetic, spelling, composition, geography, history; reading and writing are taught by the best teachers available. Students are prepared for graduation, high school, literacy tests for first voters, and Civil Service examinations. Pupils are also prepared for naturalization and citizenship. Classes are now in session for beginners as well as advanced scholars. There is no charge made. & DANIELS and EMBALMERS 136TH STREET NOTARY PUBLIC GREETINGS NY PATRONS Open Day and Night WILLIAMS VOTOR & EMBALMER AUTO FUNERAL hardwood, black or any color plush, on handle and lined with silk, with the plate, strong outside box. Em- Use of Chapel. Hearse and one later New York. Harlem n821 USE B. HART PETICIAN HART, Assistant Beth & Lenox Aves., N. Y. C. Umbalming and caring for the deceased General Embalming Room, Family Rest Chapel, with a Seating Capacity of Night, at Moderate Rates ing From $125 Up DOLPH VELL CHURCH, INC. Audubon 9239 Agent — George E. West, Manager Rate Prices—Use of Church Free Action Invited. Bradhurst 0442 UNDERTAKING ESTABLISHMENT of Anne E. Brown and Walter L. Rowell, Embalmer KERB AND EMBALMER8 WITH AVENUE ESY, SATISFACTION HILIP P. KELSEY, JR., CO. West 132d Street, New York City Phone Morningside 2822 NOTARY PUBLIC Residence Phone Penn. 0839 UNDERTAKING LICENSED EMBALMER Red Most Dignified RIGHT SERVICE J. COYLE AND EMBALMER SET, NEW YORK CITY "Notary Public" UNDERTAKER FREE FUNERAL PARLOR AND CHAPEL 22 WEST 133rd STREET ALL PARTS OF THE WORLD and WOMEN that LOAD OF SICKNESS, ES OF LIFE go to those their SPLENDID HEALTH? not come to my office? Diseases Stomach, Bowels, Liver, Kidney, and Nervous Disorders, Rheumatrya applicated Diseases of both Men and patient. Where others have failed, accepting a patient 120 EAST 29th ST. Bet. Lexington and 4th Aves. NEW YORK --- New York Consultation Advice and Examination FREE WHO Gets The MONEY YOU EARN? YOUR LANDLORO? ADVANTAGES OF THE PLAN IS SAVING SAVING LEADS TO INDEPENDENCE AND WEALTH THE “LINCOLN MANSION” PARTIAL PAYMENT PLAN MAKES POSSIBLE THE PURCHASE OF AN APARTMENT ON PARTIAL PAYMENTS FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS LINCOLN MANSION WILL SAVE THIS SUM FOR YOU IN TEN YEARS 44-46 CONVENT AVENUE BY 1938 What will the Money You Now Spend for Rent Represent-a Stack of 120 Worthless Rent Receipts or Your Own Beautiful Apartment Home in "LINCOLN MANSION"? Of course you would choose the latter. Then, if you now pay $45 to $80 a month in rent, you can for the same money own an apartment home of your own choice in "Lincoln Mansion," paying the same sum for a few years, then you own the apartment. Picture the solid comfort afforded by a built-in bath and shower, handy kitchen and spick and span newness throughout. Picture an elevator building of charming architecture with numerous sunny apartments facing on a great, wide avenue. "Lincoln Mansion" will provide this splendid opportunity to a limited number who act immediately. The purchase of an apartment under the Partial Payment Plan will enable you to realize your life's ambition. That ambition, the crowning event, the owning of an apartment home, to enjoy a comfortable old age. To a large number of people these dreams will never be realized. They will be forever merely dreams, supported entirely by hope. They will fail of fulfillment through the failure to get started and the lack of a definite plan of accomplishment. The Lincoln Mansion Partial Payment Plan provides the necessary incentive to purchase an apartment for the same sum monthly as you now pay in rent. It protects you from the natural tendency, when you bank your money, to put it away one week or month—and draw it out the next. It encourages the habit of regular, systematic saving, which when once acquired becomes a pleasure which you will be reluctant to give up and which will eliminate waste, careless spending and worthless rent receipts. Special Offer A special offer is being made at no additional cost to those who purchase an apartment in the Lincoln Mansion before ground is broken for this new building, which is planned to take place in April. BETWEEN 129TH AND 130TH STREETS Decide Yours Now and Begin Today How about yourself? Have you planned your future or are you merely dreaming it? Today is the time to provide for tomorrow. Set a goal for yourself. Your financial success is a matter of your own decision and will power. Remember that by adopting and sticking to a plan of saving first and spending what's left you can assure yourself of financial independence in your later years, by purchasing from your present rent payments an apartment of your own and which will give you a home after your earning power has declined. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 TO A RENT PAYER WHO CAN NOW INVEST $500 THIS QUESTION IS ASKED CAN YOU USE DUSAND I OWNING AN APARTMENT UNMAN LL SAVE THIS SUM FOR Open Evenings for the convenience of purchasers to make selection of apartments, but who are prevented being so because of business pressure during the Bonmar Construction Corporation will air offices open until 10 P.M. every evening. For the convenience of purchasers to make their selection of apartments, but who are prevented from doing so because of business pressure during the day, The Bonmar Construction Corporation will keep their offices open until 10 P. M. every evening. We shall be glad to have you take advantage of this facility to have the Partial Payment Plan explained to you by an official of the Company, who will extend to you a warm welcome. EXECUTIVE OFFICES - SUITE 303 REGAL BUILDING 166 WEST 125TH STREET The future and its opportunities, its prosperity and its happiness, its pride of home and peace of mind, belong to those who save out of the present years all that they yearn for in the years to come. "If you want to know whether you are destined to be a success or not, you can easily find out. The test is simple and infallible. You will lose, you may think not, but you will lose as sure as fate, for the seed of success is not in you."—J. J. Hill, the late financial genius and builder of railroads, who climbed to success from a lowly beginning. FIFTEEN FIVE The Lincoln Mansion Partial Payment Plan is offered to meet the demand of those who are interested in owning an apartment, but who lack a systematic plan of saving. There are few who, on their own initiative, can continue to save regularly for a given period without the aid of a plan which requires the payment of a stated amount at a specified time. The Lincoln Mansion Partial Payment Plan will appeal to those with the vision to look ahead and the courage to act now—in saving TODAY to provide for TOMORROW. This plan will make apartment owners of rent receipt savers. The Lincoln Mansion Partial Payment Plan is very convenient and at the same time very simple in its mode of operation. All you have to do is to pay a stipulated amount towards the purchase of an apartment and the balance in monthly payments, less than rent, when you take possession. On this Partial Payment Plan you pay the same amount for an apartment as an individual who purchases his apartment outright. A Fact Statistics prove that only nine men out of a given one hundred are self-supporting at the age of 60, and this is traceable to the failure on the part of the individual to save regularly and systematically. 100% COLORED CO-OPERATIVE APARTMENTS This building is planned to be completed Summer, 1928 YEARS THIS BOOKLET EXPLAINS THE ADVANTAGES OF THIS SOUND AND PROFITABLE INVESTMENT WRITE, CALL, OR PHONE MORNINGSIDE 0531 FOR YOUR FREE COPY SPECIAL COUPON Bonmar Construction Company, 166 West 125th Street, New York City. Please send the 24 page book "LINCOLN MANSION" without cost or obligation to Name ... Business address ... Business telephone ... Home address ... Home telephone ... City..... State..... THE PEMBROKE THE PEMBROKE ELEVATOR APARTMENTS 824 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE Cor, 151ot Street & St. Nicholas Place 3-4 ROOMS Pannelled Walls --- Floors So GROUND FLOOR — TWO ENTRANCE ONE DIRECT TO STREET—ALL OUTSIDE MOVE TO JERSEY CITY ENJOY THE OWNERSHIP OF A NICE NO FIRST PAYMENT DOWN We Specialize in Selling Homes on the Payment Plan CALL OR WRITE WILLIAM H. ORD 43 Kearney Ave. Jersey City Phones—Delaware 3432-3433 An Institution of HOME FINANCING, BU INDUSTRIAL LOANS and INSURANCE HARLEM'S BIGGEST R ESTATE BARGAIN 15,000 Cash buys ro-family corner with store. Price; excellent terms; 50' profit. Quick acti EDWARDS --- 2196 7th A Pannelled Walls --- Floors Scraped GROUND FLOOR - TWO ENTRANCES ONE DIRECT TO STREET-ALL OUTSIDE ROOMS MOVE TO JERSEY CITY ENJOY THE OWNERSHIP OF A NICE HOME NO FIRST PAYMENT DOWN We Specialize in Selling Homes on the Monthly Payment Plan CALL OR WRITE WILLIAM H. ORIS 43 Kearney Ave. Jersey City, N. J. Phones—Delaware 3432-3433 An Institution of HOME FINANCING, BUILDING, INDUSTRIAL LOANS and INSURANCE HARLEM'S BIGGEST REAL $5,000 Cash buys ro-family corner with store. Reasonable price; excellent terms; 50% profit. Quick action required. FOR RENT --- 4-5-6 RO ELEVATOR APARTMENT STEAM HEAT --- ELECTRIC LIGHT BATHS --- MAIL CHUTE --- HALL TEL SERVICE FOR RENT --- 4-5-6 ROOMS STEAM HEAT — ELECTRIC LIGHT BATHS — MAIL CHUTE — HALL TELEPHONE SERVICE 15 GLENADA PLACE BROOKLYN One Block from Fulton St. and Albany Ave. "L" Stations One Block from Fulton St. and Albany Ave. " DISTINCTIVE HOMES — 6 ROOMS sun parlor, breakfast nook, tile kitchen and bath, shower, steam heat, attic; plots, 30x100; near sch and churches; private driveway; paved streets, curb copper gutters; brass plumbing; electric outlets asbestos fireproof roof; $500 cosh; $25 monthly o Price, $6,750 to $7,250 RENOLD B. LIGHS REAL ESTATE EXCHANGED HOUSES BUILT FREE AUTO 145-17 SHORE AVE. — JAMAICA, N PHONE REPUBLIC 7494 DISTINGTIVE HOMES — 6 ROOMS, sun parlor, breakfast nook, tile kitchen and bath, built-in tub, shower, steam heat, attic, plots, 30x100; near schools, stores and churches; private driveway; paved streets, curbs, sidewalks; copper gutters; brass plumbing; electric outlets throughout; asbestos fireproof roof; $500 cash; $25 monthly on principal. Price, $6,750 to $7,250 RENOLD B. LIGHSTON REAL ESTATE EXCHANGED HOUSES BUILT FREE AUTO SERVICE 145-17 SHORE AVE. — JAMAICA, N. Y. PHONE REPUBLIC 7494 REAL ESTATE BARGAINS Seven-room house; all improvements; Jamaica, L. I. Two-family brick house; all improvements; best sec rona, L. I.; $1,000 cash. Beautiful private houses, in best blocks in Harlem; $1 Harlem private houses to lease, $125 monthly and up. MONEY LOANED ON FIRST, SECOND AND MORTGAGES DENNIS EDWAR 60 WEST 127th STREET. Phone APARTMENTS FOR RENT 8 ROOMS — All improvements; private — 3 ROOMS — All improvements; private — Seven-room house; all improvements; Jamaica, L. I.; $350 cash. Two-family brick house; all improvements; best section of Corona, L. I.; $1,000 cash. Beautiful private houses, in best blocks in Harlem; $1,000 and up. Harlem private houses to lease, $125 monthly and up. MONEY LOANED ON FIRST. SECOND AND THIRD MORTGAGES DENNIS EDWARDS 8 ROOMS — All improvements; private — $80.00 3 ROOMS — All improvements; private — 57.00 HARLEM REAL ESTATE EXCHANGE 2203 SEVENTH AVENUE, NEW YORK Telephone: Bradhurst 0270-0271 2203 SEVENTH AVENUE. NEW YORK CITY Telephone: Bradhurst 027-0271 JAMAICA AND VICINITY 1 and 2-Family Houses, $350 Cash Balance $25.00 a Month Renold B. Lighste 145-17 Shore Ave. Jamaica Republic 7494 AND VICINITY 1 and 2-Family Houses, $350 Cash and Up Balance $25.00 a Month Renold B. Lighston 145-17 Shore Ave. Jamaica, N. Y. Republic 7494 SIXTEEN Edgecombe 3089 FIRE INSURANCE MORTGAGES Mors Scraped ENTRANCES OUTSIDE ROOMS MY CITY A NICE HOME DOWN on the Monthly ORIS My City, N. J. 3433 ING, BUILDING. INSURANCE T REAL AIN store. Reasonable quick action required 7th Ave. ROOMS MENTS C LIGHT L TELEPHONE Ave. "L" Stations ROOMS, and bath, built in tub. near schools, stores its, curba, sidewalks; outlets throughout; monthly on principal. HSTON GREED E AUTO SERVICE ICA, N. Y. AINS ca, L. I.; $350 cash. best section of Co- urlem; $1,000 and up. and up. AND THIRD ARDS Phone Harlem 3112 RENT private — $80.00 private — 57.00 CHANGE, Inc. YORK CITY 2071 Cash and Up with Hinston Jamaica, N. Y. Quick Action Free Consultation Deal with the reliable Harlem Mortgage Corp. Sulta 1114 1472 Broadway NEW YORK CITY Tel. Bryant 6636 USE OUR MONEY YOUR RENTS ALWAYS IN ADVANCE UNDER Neuway Renting Co., Inc., Management Nineteen Years in the Management of Colored Properties ALSO FIRST AND SECOND MORTGAGE LOANS WE RENT AND LIST FOR RENT ROOMS, APTS. FTC. WE HAVE ON FILE many exquisitely furnished rooms, with best of families, in most select sections, at surprisingly moderate prices. TO LEASE—HOUSE, 11 rooms, 4 blocks from Station, 1 block from bus line, Modgrate price, terms to suit, Asbury Park; quick action. TEAL REAL ESTATE AND ROOM RENTING BUREAU MANHATTAN AVE., at 118th St. MONument 0988 GARLAND APTS. 580 St. Nicholas Ave. THE most Exclusive Residential Apartment House in Harlem, competent and thoughtful manage- ment, comfortable compa- nies and luxuries that an ultra- modern elevator apartment house can offer. Essentially a house for the elite of Harlem. ONE, TWO, THREE and FOUR ROOM. Apartments at prices suited for a house of this character, but surpri- sially low. DIGNITY COMFORT APARTMENTS TO RENT 2373 Eighth Ave. between 116th and 117th St. 1335 Third Ave. between 137th and 138th St. 10-244 West 136th St. 500 West 1304 St. 311 West 1441 Nt. 232 West 122nd St. Apply Philip A. Payton Jr. Company 322 LENOX AVENUE Between 126th and 127th St. Tel. Harlem 8092 FOR RENT 1, 2 and 3 Rooms Kitchenette and Bath NEW HOUSES 141-153 W.139th St. 110 West 140th St. 115 West 141st St. 203 West 145th St. Apply Superintendent on Premises or Upton Construction Corp. 209 West 145th St. Phone: Bradhurst 5360 2742 8th AVE. Five Rooms, Private, All Improvements, $65. See Janitor or Walter L. Frank, 290 Lenox Ave. Harlem 4541. MYRTLE AVENUE 870-2 Near Tompkins—4 and 5 rooms to let, and bath, electric; janitor; apartment 4. Also store with rooms. JAS. L. THORNTON 270 WEST 120th STREET Moulding & Specialty Lumber of All Kinds Weather Strips Veneer Panels Sash, Door and Blinds. Wall Boards Monument 144f PRIVATE AND APT. HOUSES Between 115th and 145th Sts. at very low prices; small casu and easy terms. Two family houses in Bronx; very reasonable. FOR RENT 2014-16 SEVENTH AVE. 1 and 7-room apartments; newly innovated, with all modern improvements; all rooms private. Apply Superintendent 46 WEST 99th ST. 5 Rooms, Steam Heat, Electric Light; $48. See Scott, 26 West 99th St., or Walter L. Frank, 290 Lenox Ave. Harlem 4541. USE OUR YOUR RENTS ALWAYS UNIT Neuway Renting Co. Nineteen Years in the Mam ALSO FIRST AND SECOND NEUWAY RENT (Establish 2001 Seventh Avenue NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Coleman Manor 105 Edgecombe Ave. and 582 St. Nicholas Ave. A New High Class Elevator Apartment House Just Open With All Modern Conveniences 3, 4 & 5 ROOMS 24-Hour Service YOUR GAIN—OUR LOSS FREE 3 Tons of Coal Free to All DIRECT BUYEKS Six-Room Houses All Improvements Prices $6250. to $7500 Cash $350 to $750 Inspection Invited Satisfaction Guaranteed LEE AND CARDEN 163-04 109th AVENUE JAMAICA, N. Y. Phone Jamalea 4155 UNUSUAL BARGAIN TO COLORED BUYER 5c FARE MANHATTAN Will americana beautiful Colonial tax-exam home, excellent neighborhood, large plot; driveway, garage, shrubberies, tiled bath, sun parlor. $175 ON CONTRACT ON DEED PRICE $5,390 Near Subway, Schools, Stores M. PORTO, Room 31 Corn Exchange Bank Bldg. JAMAICA Supphia Bird. Opp. Main Jamaica L. L. Station Open Daily. Evening. Sundays Phone Jamaica 8373. BRICK Beautiful family brick houses, containing 5 very large rooms; parquet floors throughout; high ceilings; kitchen and bath; built-in tubs; extra toilet; breakfast nook; large basement; latest design steam heating plant; instantaneous hot water heated; window with window; rear heated garage with each house; near school; A.M.E. Church; and L.I.R.R. Station; $75 on contract, $75 on taking title; nothing more to pay for three months. Price goes down to $75 per month. Daily auto trips from Harlem office to see these homes. TREEE TONS OF COAL FREE WITH EACH HOUSE HOMESEEKERS' SERVICE BUREAU 210 West 133th St. N. Y. Open evening until 6 P.M. Sundays all day. Phone Brad. 4192 OWN YOUR OWN HOME! $25 DOWN WILL START YOU Raise Your Own Chickens and Vegetables Ralse Your Own Chickens and Vegetables Own your own Home, at New Brunswick, N. J. a big city with over 50 factories and plenty of work with good pay. Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. $10.00 monthly; ready to move in. Open Wednesday evening up to 8 P. M. Write or call for particular. HENRY J. FRANKLIN 15 PARK ROW, NEW YORK Room 423. Phone Barclay 8235 APARTMENT FOR RENT 2445 Eighth Ave. Near 131st St. LARGE, LIGHT, FRONT ROOMS With Bath, Electric Lights, Enamel Sink and Gas Range. 882 Up. Apply Superintendent ER MONEY WAYS IN ADVANCE OVER , Inc., Management ement of Colored Properties AND MORTGAGE LOANS TING CO., Inc. ed 1909) Phones: Monument 4708-8074 NEARBY NEWS BRIEFS Order Your New FORD, DODGE, OVERLAND Or Any Other Make of New or Used Care Through B. F. THOMAS Broadway Auto School 217 WEST 123d STREET, WEST OF 7th AVE. Get Export Advice Free Before Buying Your Car Special 30-Lesson Course --- $10 INCLUDING 15 ROAD AND 15 SHOP LESSONS CARS TO HIRE FOR STATE EXAMINATION, $3.80 Albany, N. Y. Mrs. Jacob A. Adams of Hamilton street entertained the following ladies at tea recently: Mrs. Frank W. Grace, guest of honor; Mrs. P. F. Adams, Mrs. Pauline Adams, Mrs. Miss Pauline Adams, Mrs. Charles Olivers, Mrs. Harold Caesar, Mrs. George Payne, Mrs. Virginia Williams, Mrs. John Kell, Mrs. John Bronk, Mrs. A. Cole, Mrs. W. Grace, Mrs. Pauline Adams, Mrs. Stiles, Mrs. A. Oliver, Mrs. Van Vranken, Mrs. Joseph Price, Mrs. E. Freeman, Misses A. Müller, Mrs. Attractive Stores FOR RENT NEW BUILDING 2667 to 2677 Eighth Ave. Bet. 142d and 143d Sts. Good Business Block Renting Agent on Premises APARTMENTS TO LET 234 AND 236 GREENE AVE., BROOKLYN 3 and 4 rooms; all improvements 2461 AND 2485 SECOND AVE., N. Y. C. RENAW REALTY CO. 654 LENOX AVENUE FOR RENT 350 WEST 119th STREET Cor. Manhattan Ave. 7 rooms; all improvements; all private rooms. Apply Superintendent MONEY to loan on Mortgage or other Security. Consultation FREE. NO RED TAPE. IRVING I. HARTMAN 26 COURT ST., BROOKLYN Phone Triangle 2875 FOR RENT 6 rooms; all improvements. Rental $48. 105 WEST 113th STREET Apply Superintendent 8 rooms; all modern improvements; two toilets; rental $78. 234 WEST 122nd STREET Apply SuperIntendent House, six rooms and large attic; steam heat, all improvements; on lot and driveway; fireplace and sirtubbery. One block from railroad, two blocks from bus and trolley, Price $7,000. L. TENNEY 128-15 115th Road, Cedar Manor, 128-15 115th Road, Cedar Manor, APARTMENTS & STORES For Rent—Reasonable 2 and 3-Room Apartments All Modern Improvements 165 WEST 127th STREET See Superintendent, Apt. D CHARLES E. DAVIS Licensed Plumbing and Heating Contractor All work done under the Inspection and approval of the Board of Health. lady and night emergency motor car service. Address 587 THIRD AVE. Bet. 160th and 1620 Nth. Phone Bingham 2168 N. Y. City WILLIAM A. YOUNG REAL ESTATE-INSURANCE 409 WAVERLY AVE. BROOKLYN, N. Y. Houses and Flats for sale, to let. Steam and cold water; cash $500 up. Sundays by appointment. J. D. ANDERSON Real Estate and All Lines of Insurance LOANS - NEGOTIATED 202 West 132d St. Bradhurst 4464 MORNING Order Your New FOR Or Any Other Make of New or Broadway A 217 WEST 123d STREET Get Expert Advice Free Special 30-Less INCLUDING 15 ROAD CARB TO HIRE FOR ST Freeman, Martha Fayne, Johnne Jones, Mrs. George Bland, Mrs. Joseph Sullivan and Miss Bortna Hall, Troy. The new Bula Baptist Church, 76 Madison avenue, was damaged by fire recently. The Albany and Troy Embroidery Club men at the residence of Mrs. Martha Fayne, 52 Second street, last Thursday evening. The hostess was assisted in serving by her sister, Miss Julia Freeman. Miss Martha Smith of Troy is visiting in New York City. J. M. Wilson of Lake avenue and Irs Dorssey of Second street have returned to the city after a trip to California. Yonkers, N. Y. Without a doubt the largest crowd in the history of local social events was in attendance at the annual dance and reception of Pallisade Lodge No. 329, I. B. P. O. E. of W. given at Phillipsburgh Hall on Washington's Birthday anniversary night, The Black and White Orchestra of Bridgeport, Conn., had been engaged for this occasion, but was unable to come down. However, Harold W. Clark and his orchestra of New York City had every secured. Downstairs had every secured. Cabaret Sporting Charles Brown and his "Buddies" played to the satisfaction of all. Blossom Health Lodge and Excelsior Temple, both of Mt. Vernon, received the awards for the largest attendance in the competition. The men received a beautiful silver cup and the ladies a handsome gavel. The Beti Phi Dramatic Club of Nepperhan Heights gave a matinee The Negro R The Negro Farm Owner By ALLEN B. DOGGETT, Jr. HAMPTON INSTITUTE fast deserting the farm for tow gia, for instance, has lost one the census period 1920-25, and of every six Negro tillers of the parted for parts unknown. Osas has gone, and in Alabama rust. It is well, perhaps, that families have abandoned leakey and the eternal debt of the parture means education for cape from terrorism, security, win a living from cotton in th but surely being given up in f and the newer soil and mach HAMPTON INSTITUTE, Va., Feb. 27—The Negro is fast deserting the farm for town and industrial center. Georgia, for instance, has lost one-third of her Negro farmers in the census period 1920-25, and is still losing them. One out of every six Negro tillers of the soil in South Carolina has departed for parts unknown. One out of every eight in Arkansas has gone, and in Alabama one out of ten left the plow to rust. It is well, perhaps, that many of these men and their families have abandoned leaky shacks, small terraced farms, and the eternal debt of the tenant system. To many departure means education for their children, opportunity, escape from terrorism, security, freedom. The uphill fight to win a living from cotton in the older cotton States is slowly but surely being given up in favor of the level lands of Texas and the newer soil and machinery of Oklahoma. The cotton lands of the Atlantic States, excepting specially favored localities, seem to be marking time before going back to brush and timber with the coming of a perfected mechanical cotton-picker, or, let us hope, rejuvenated by a radically different type of farming. North Carolina is the only eastern state, where cotton is an important crop, showing an increase in the number of Negro farmers. The situation is alarming from the standpoint of the landlord. His labor supply is deserting him and cotton labor, unlike that in many other crops, may not yet be replaced with machinery, for the hands at picking time govern the acreage planted. It is also alarming to the thoughtful Negro men and women working toward the upbuilding of a permanent agriculture. For it is not only the tenants and croppers who have left the land. Farm owners are deserting their homes in increasing numbers. In Georgia, of the 46,000 farmers leaving the farms during 1920-25, 4,000 were owners. Alabama has lost 2,500 farm owners, and in South Carolina 3,000 decided the game was not worth the candle. In the cotton states 23,009 home owners have gone. The circumstances forcing those departures of farm owners seem to be many. But the immediate reason, deep-rooted as it is in traditional technique and marketing, is the low purchasing power of an acre of cotton. In 1920 it took one and a half acres of cotton in Alabama to purchase what one acre would have in North Carolina, where cotton farming is carried on in conjunction with a bread and meat and feed program. The same condition prevailed in 1826 and to a lesser extent in the other years. Georgia cotton growers needed three acres of cotton in 1820 and three and a half in 1826 to purchase what North Carolina farmers could buy with one acre. Similar inequalities prevailed for Arkansas and South Carolina. Country air is good, but every man who owns a farm has bills to pay. The prosperity of these States thus measured since 1920 was equal to or above that for the United States as a whole only in 1924 and 1925. But before those Negro farmers who now have a grip on the land release their hold it may be well for them to pause and to consider their position apart from their immediate and temporary economic position and the contagion caught from the going of many of their friends. To this end Benjamin F. Hubert, president of the Georgia Mechanical and Industrial College, has in- SIDE 0934 D, DODGE, OVERLAND Used Cars Through B. F. THOMAS Auto School E.T., WEST OF 7th AVE. Before Buying Your Car On Course --- $10 AND 15 SHOP LESSONS ATE EXAMINATION, $3.50 state on Tuesday evening the Craftman's Club James H. Farrell Lodge, No. 34 A, A. M. and A. F.宴versary at the Masoule Temple, 5 Cottage place. On last Tuesday evening the Craftman's Club James H. Farrell Lodge, No. 34 A, A. M. and A. F.宴versary at the Masoule Temple, 5 Cottage place. The hall was beautifully decorated with American flags. The music for this occasion was supplied by the Melody Dance Orchestra, Daniel T. Teagle of New York City, grand master of the State of New York (Prince Hall Masons), addressed by Melody Dance Orchestra, district deputy grand master, the Third Masoule Temple, and James S. Plotlittle of Corinthian Lodge, No. 44, of Tarrytown. At the conclusion of the speaking, Mr. Teagle presented to James V. Garrison, treasurer of the lodge, a certificate of life membership in the lodge, and to Arthur Gldings, on behalf of the Craftsmans Club, a gold watch as a token of appreciation of his services to the craft. The dinner was served by Samuel Gldings, a todge steward. Miss Emma O. Thomas, 54. Hawthorne avenue, who has been sick at her home for the past two weeks, is now convalescing. A Leap Year Social was given by the Girls' Premier Club last Thursday evening at the residence of the counselor, Mrs. Fredella Brewer, 18. Culver street. A large number of young people who present and a leap year spent was in music and games. Miss Ola Ruth is president of the club. On Friday evening, March 16, a St. Patrick's dance will be given by the building committee of Sunset Temple, No. 211, I. B. P. O. E. of W. Farm Owner Va., Feb. 27.—The Negro is own and industrial center. Geor- third of her Negro farmers in it is still losing them. One out of the soil in South Carolina has de- tened out of every eight in Arkan- one out of ten left the plow to many of these men and their shacks, small terraced farms, tenant system. To many de- their children, opportunity, es- freedom. The uphill fight to the older cotton States is slowly flavor of the level lands of Texasinery of Oklahoma. augurated Negro Home Ownership Week, March 4-10, for the purpose of unitedly concentrating on the problems threatening this fundamental hold of the Negro on the economic structure. If, during this week, through preachers, teachers, farm-and-home-demonstration agents, Joanes workers, nurses, and other public-spirited people, wavering farm owners may be induced to look at rural life not only as it is now, but as it may be made to be, a lasting benefit will come to those who like country living and who now seem to be forced out by temporary conditions. Some of these farm owners may, during this week, catch a vision of rural life such as will turn them from an attitude of passimism into becoming constructive workers in the upbuilding of a countryside that meets and satisfies the needs and longings of its people. B. S. C. P. to Divide Country in Zones According to a statement by A. Philip Randolph, general organizer of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the membership of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, which is far-flung, extending from Florida to the Coast, embracing the entire country, is in process of being zoned so as to establish more immediate contact with the members. Each zone will have a supervising director who will be able to secure instant action in the event of emergencies. Randolph reports that membership retains high spirit and that organization membership steadily increases. A strong citizens' committee, according to the general organizer, has been built up in Boston, which makes a powerful chain of citizens' units throughout the country working for the benefit of the Porters' Union. The chain consists of New York, Boston, Washington, Kansas City, Mo., Chicago, Omaha and St. Louis. FALL UP NOW "Come Down to Earth— Order Your Coal" 4458 4457 Harlem 4459 DOBBINS COAL CO., INC. 138th St. & Madison Av. We Serve the Right "Welsh" in the Loom Loom. The new piano piece music will be furnished by Prof. Herman Wallace and his Virginal Bach. A prize will be awarded for the best St. Patrick's costume. John Adams, Sr., 24 Wood place, who has been ill at his home for a number of weeks, is convalescing. New London, Conn. Mrs. Lillian- Johnson of Orange, N. J., is the guest of Mrs. S. D. Harrison and will remain over for the J. Rosamond Johnson and Taylor Gordon concert. The Girl Reserves, under the leadership of Miss Lois Taylor, went for a hike out by Connecticut College last Friday. Edwin H. Hackley of Philadelphia will be in the city on March 6 to start rehearsals for his new play, "Tennessee Joe," which will be presented under the auspices of the United Negro Welfare Council. The card party given by the Community Club was well attended. Miss Lillie C. Leake attended the Baptist State Sunday school board meeting held in Stamford last Wednesday. B. T. Johnson, president of the New England People's Finance Corporation, addressed the Junior Welfare League last Friday. Miss Dorothy B. Jeffers was the hostess at a party given in honor of the bridalty of Thomas Brown of Richmond, Va., on last Tuesday, red, white and blue were used in decorations. After a dainty collection of flowers Miss Jeffers her guests to the Garden Theatre. Those who attended were: Miss Isabelle Smith, Thomas Dorch, Westerly, R. I.; Mr. and Mrs. Lemuel Grayne, Kansas City, Mo. Edmund Fisher spent the weekend in Springfield, Mass. The J. Rosamond Johnson and Taylor concert gives promise of being one of the biggest things ever given in New London along musical lines. The patrons' list includes some of the most prominent citizens, both white and colored. The office of the United Negro Welfare has been renovated and is most attractive. Miss Mamie Hawkins, Louis Sheldon and Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Thompson spent last Sunday in Newport, R. I., as the guests of Miss Helen Fisher. Frederick Johnson, David Robinson, Joseph Johnson, and Wilbur Clark all of Springfield, Mass., returned to this city with Edmund Fisher and spent a day as his guests. Do You Know What a Woman of 30 Should Weigh? It all depends on her height of course. If she is five feet seven inches in height she should weigh, according to the best authorities, 143 pounds. If she is 5 feet 5 inches her normay weight is 134 pounds. If she is 5 feet 3 inches she should weigh 127 pounds. It's dangerous to be always striving to grow thin—the Addrondacks Mountains and health resorts everywhere are filled with health shattered women who will tell you that it can't pay to be too thin. This is why so many thousands of weight men and women are putting their faith in McCoy's Tables. McCoy takes all the rub-Read this fronclad guarantee. If after taking 4 sixty cent boxes of McCoy's Tablets, or 2 One Dollar boxes any thin, underweight man or woman doesn't gain at least 5 pounds and feel completely satisfied with the marked improvement in health—your drugist is authorized to return the purchase price. The name McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets has been shortened — just ask for McCoy's Tablets at any drug store in America. FREE CONSULTATION FOR PERFECT EYEGLASSES Consult Dr.D.Kaplan OPTOMETRIST Reliable and Reasonable For 20 Years at 531 LENOX AVE. Opp. Harlem Hospital THE H. P. & THE COMBINATION DREAM BOOK Get "The H. P." and "The Combi- nation Dream Book" by Prof. Konje at all lead- ing stationery stores and news- stands. Note that "The Combination Dream Book" is a double action Dream Book. There is none like it. Agents: Write for terms to G. PARRIS 3 West 137th St., New York City Phone Bradhurst 9188 Wife of Physician Dies in New Jersey Mrs. Ardelle M. Washington, 321 high street, Newark, wife of Dr. William H. Washington, died at the hospital for Women and Children, morning at Cine and was buried in Palmount Cemetery, Saturday. She underwent a surgical operation three days prior to her death, and was hospitalized when she died; she wore her husband and Oliver Landolph, Assistant U. S. Attorney, an intimate friend of the family, Mr. Randolph stood up with her, Washington and Mrs. Washington married ten years ago. The funeral was held from the family residence. The Rev. L. B. Ellerson of the Thirteenth Avenue and Mrs. Washington delivered the funeral sermon. The Rev. J. J. Derricks, who married the couple, and the Rev. Louis Berry of St. Philip's Episcopal Church, the bellbenders were: Charles Travis, C. Lanning Newlin, Dr. Walter G. Alexander, Dr. Stephen E. Burke, Dr. C. S. Donnall, Dr. Louis Rollerfort, Dr. Norman W. Austin, William M. Ashby and Dr. Otto G. Palmer. Fifty-three Men Taken In Craps Game Raids Fifty-three men were taken in "encape raids" by police Sunday morning early. Tom Hall, 27, 394 West 128th street and ten others were taken from 457 Lenox avenue and arraigned in Tenth Court before Magistrate McKinney on a charge of disgrace. Advertisement Turn Hair Dark With Sage Tea By JEAN MACON The old-time mixture of Sage Tea and Sulphur for darkening gray, stroaked and faded mother's cup, mother's cup, and folks are again using it to keep their hair a good, even color. 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All were discharged in Magistrate's Court. Club Chats Club Chats (Continued from Pgs 7.) Club, Inc. will be held at the home of the president, James Egort Allen, Friday evening, at 9 o'clock. Mrs. Alice V. Hopkins, 438 St. Nicholas avenue, was hostess to the W. K. W. mats at cards on Friday evening. The prize winners were: Mrs. Pruchnie Baldwin, Mrs. Berthel Taille, second; James Osborn, first mans; Samuel Budd, second; Miss Gladys Lancaster, consolation. Others present were: Benjamin Davis, Misses Helen, Elsie and Robert Bosley, Archibald O. Poole, Jesse Jeanne, Mrs. Amy Holmes, Edwin Tempra, Miss Ella M. Pratt and Mrs. Dora Budd. The Citizens' Welfare Council held its card tournament at the residence of Dr. and Mrs. A. Nathaniel Grant, 150 West 130th street, on Saturday evening. Dr. Charles A. Butler is president of this organization. The prize winners were: Mrs. Hilda Nelson, first; Mrs. Clara Cumm, second; Mrs. Ruth Price, third. Robert McCullough won the prize. Other guests were: Dr. Oma H. Price, Mrs. Mabel D. Keaton, Mrs Robert McCullough, Herman Pimodio Milder Grant, Mrs. Rosey Butler, Mrs. Ronney Mayer, Mrs Catherine Phillips, Mrs. Iris Bodson, Mrs. L. James, C. Harn, Mrs. Mabel Jenkins, Mrs. R. Callaway and Mrs. James Watson. The trustees of the Alabama Welfare League met at the residence of Miss F. G. Ford, 201 West 141st street, on Saturday afternoon. The Clinton Club was entertained last Friday night at the home of Webb Blackman, 75 St. Nicholas place. Those present were: Miss Maria Alexander, Jessie Caskinski, Miss Gloria Corbett, Jesse Anderson, Miss Elise Burrows, Charles Dallas, Miss Sarah Wall, Basil Church, Basil Booker, Clifford Lodge, Miss Franck Johnson, Miss Anderson, Miss Mildred Simpson. Also the Codore Rutledge, Thomas Corbett, Miss Margaret Robinson, Miss Melen Adams, Frank Anderson, Eugene Hamely, Frank Robinson, Harold Dawson, Joseph Northern, William Gibson, Clarence Cropket, William Simpson and Madison Jones. The Nurses' Local Association is entertaining Mrs. Genevieve McKinney at a dinner on Saturday, March 17, at St. Luke's Dining room. On the suggestion and initiative of the officers and councilmen of the West 135th Street Branch Dormitory Club, a unique inter-racial dinner, held on Saturday, March 8. The hour set for the occasion will be 7:15 p. m. The place will be the Committee Room in the building. The lay representatives from each of the following branches are planning to be present: Harlem, Twenty-third street, West Side and the Carlton Avenue (Brooklyn). A special theme for general discussion that evening will be "Does Dormitory Life Tend to Help or Retard the Progress of Young Men?" Officers of the West 155th Street Branch Dormitory Club are: Benjamin Barnett, president; Charles Fisher, vice-president; P. Oliver S. Cobbs, treasurer; the Cobbs, treasurer. The councilmen are: Theoplisp Fnazler, V. S. Campbell, Clifton W. Cook, Charles Madison and Charles L. Taylor. The La Clique Club was entertained by Mrs. Ruth Clemons last Tuesday, the residence of Mrs. Rearice Bridges, 152 West 18th street. The prize was awarded to Mrs. Julia Stewart. Officers of this club are: Mrs. Flor- "I drive a car for hire," says Mr. Ike Sabel, of Gadsen, Ala., "and have to get up and go, early and late. Consequently I can't have regular hours for eating and sleeping. I occasionally have indigestion and find it necessary to take a laxative. I had heard of Thedford's BLACK-DRAUGHT for a long time. The drug- gist told me Black-Draught would help me. I bought a package and had it made in- to tea and take it any time I feel the need of a laxative. It always helps me. I have much better appetite after I take Black-Draught. I can eat about everything I want and feel full of pop. I would not be without it for double the price. Black-Draught can be taken dry or made into a tea, as you prefer. Either way, it costs only one cent a doso. ence A. Smith, president; Mrs. Beatrice Bridge, vice president; Mrs. Annette Johnson, treasurer; Mrs. Dalay V. Reese, secretary; Mrs. Clethonaum, marshal. Other members are: Mrs. Nanine Earles, Mrs. Edith Mitchell, Mrs. Beatrice Bridge and Mrs. Julia Stewart. The guests of Wallstreet Morgan at the Osbinsy Club dance last Friday night night: Miss Edna Morton, Al Eloworth, Miss Lutele浦华, Miss Jennette Hasling, Clazence Davis, Miss Iva Gayle and Ardie Dent. After the dance the party dined at Tabb's Grill. The Social Tea Club, 50 Edcombe avenue, gave a surprise party recently for Mr. and Mrs. John W Parker, 357 Edcombe avenue, in honor of their new baby, John Lewis Parker. The evening was passed please cards, radio music dancing, after which refreshments were served. Among those present were; Mr. and Mrs. James Dabney, Mrs. Eliza-bether Baker, Mr. and Mrs. E. Fleu-lantian, Mrs. Rebecca Walker, Mrs. Certrude Jones, Mrs. F. Henry, Miss Justine Brooks and Miss Elsae Allibus, L. Rofgers and Mildred Walker. The Y. P. M. S. of the Mother A. M. E. Zion Church gave a musical-tea Sunday in the Community House, 151 West 138th street. The Mrs. presented by Mrs. Birtha Davenport were following: Lancelot Pinard, Phoenga Jameson. The Perfect Harmony Four, Angela Lewson, R. M. Cooper, Mme. Henrietta Loveless, Llewley Ransom, Rose Dowell, Z. Donochie, Julia Mitchell, Estelle Maude Simmons, John Warner, Maude Simmons, John B. John, Evelyn Ellis, Elise Clarke G. Mardo Brown, Browne, Writh Officers of this group are: Bertha Harris, president; Elizabeth Williams, vice-president; Lotty Lpscomb, corresponding secretary; Lella Adams, financial secretary; Ethel Payne, recording secretary; Louise Jeanerette, publicity manager; Anna Wade, treasurer. The Ladies' Literary Social Club on last Friday evening gave a dance and reception at the Unique Colony Circle, 254 West 135th street. The officers of the club are: Mary L. Tucker, president; Rachel A. Fountain, vice-president; Bessie Thomas, secretary; Julia Simmons, assistant secretary; Jenna Marsh, treasurer, and Ella Taylor, publicity manager. The members of the club are: Mary Evans, Sibbina Harris, Margaret Shepherd, M amte Mathews, Lucile Means, Josephine Harris, Pearl Ofti, Julia Holmes, Elsie Richardson, and Nannie Luke. Mrs. Annie Green, 377 Edge combe avenue, entertained The Ace of Clubs on Sunday afternoon Members present were: Mescames Anna Lowe, Mauds Smith Edna Thompson, Alberta Clark, Bernice Bruton, Beatrice Tucker, Carolyn Howard Dukes; Misses Laura Tyson, Sophora Whitlock and Willy Bouknight. Members of the Ladies' Auxiliary of St. Mark's M. E. Church, loaded by Mesdames Julia Doston, Estella Gradison and Virgile Smith, went to the home of Mrs. Emma McGrue, 2183 Seventh avenue, last week, to surprise her mother, Mrs. Bailley, A purse containing $25 was presented Mrs. Bailley. The newly organized Metropolitan Social Club met last Friday at the home of Mrs. Eliza Davrin, 224 West 149th street. This group consists of high school students. The officers are: Miss Edith Harris, president; Miss Dorothy Allamby, correspondent secretary; Miss Isabel Davin, financial secretary; R. F. Greaves, treasurer and business manager. Other members are: Miss Marlon Innis, Miss Anester Springer, Miss Lillian Innis, Miss Iver Osborne Miss Gwyneth Lainford, Misses Sylvia and Ina St. Hill. The first of a series of novel entertainments was held last Tuesday night by the Syncaped Stompers Musical and Social Club at Pioneer Hall, 200 West 135th street. "The Blue Heaven Dance" is what this organization called occasion. Charles Sele is the manager; Egbert Victor, pianist. New Jersey's Two Leading Tennis Players The 1927 ratings of the New Jersey Tennis Association, Inc. have just been issued, with Solomon (Happy Words) both, and Mrs. B. W. Thornill, of the Orlean Tennis Club of Montclair, holding the premier honors in their respect, both, and Mrs. B. W. Thornill, of the Orlean Tennis Club of Montclair, holding the No. 1 position by virtue of being the New Jersey champion in that event. They display A. A. Mouser, Solomon's brother, and Lester Lacobus, who hold that position in 1926. Mouser, Lester B. Granger and Rudolph Lacobus, to the present, hold the doubles, and Words brothers, who were ranked at No. 1 for the past several years. The mixed doubles title is held by Mrs. B. W. Thornill, of the Orlean Words, who displace B. W. Thornill and Harvey Butler of Montclair, Mrs. Thornill, together with Words brothers of Montclair, lead the women's doubles. The most important of the changes from the 1928 ratings are: In the men's singles we find that Lester Granger won the position last year, Harvey Hinter retains his place as No. 2. Kenneth Worde, who has led the field for the past two years, drops back to No. 4. William Hinter retains his fifth place. He wins the position from 5th the year before. George Hill, who was not rated last year, comes in at the seventh place and Logan McWilliam dropped to No. 8 from his fourth place. He wins the positions to No. 9 and Herman Marrow, who is Jersey's leading junior, being ranked at No. 10 in the rankings with the senior players. Morrow is also the Class B champion. Women's singles show a few changes, Mrs. Thornill and Mrs. Saddler going from second and third places to first and second places respectively, builds up in No. 3 position, and with Miss Marcellin, last year's champion, following. Miss Olive Yauhaugh drops back one place to No. 5. With the execution of Miss Hololemie, the balance of the team are newcomers to Jorisey's ranking lists. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Benny Hall Will Meet Tommy Milton at Olympia Pat Zivle, of Pittsburgh, former national amateur bantamweight champion, and Lou Moscowits signed new contracts, and round-tent bout, which will take place at the Olympic A. Cup. In Harlem Saturday night. The battle was scheduled to be declared last Saturday, but fell to Moscowits, whose Moscowits injured his hand in training. Zivie was disappointed on hearing of his opponent's accident. He was not in sympathy with Moskowitz and didn't want to play. But that Moskowitz would be able to must him right soon, as he was eager to average the one-round knockout the Bronx youth scored over Allentown and Cincinnati. Zivie's stable-companion and buddies. The knockout of Leonard capped the olimax of a brilliant winning streak of Moskowitz. He began by knocking out the Bronx youth and then beat in succession George Muck, Lew Hurley and Joe Malone. Tommy Milton, Chinatown flyweight, and Danny Hall, Negro battler of St. Louis, knocked out the final, Al. Singer, of the Bronx, and Joey Katkish, stabbleten of Zivie, meet in one six, while Joe Irone, Golden Globe winner, and Charley Sipko, Cascade Koch wetterset, meet in the other. N. V. A. HEAD IN HARLEM On Thursday, March 16, the Board of Directors of the Florence Mills Theatrical Association had as a visitor Henry Chesterfield, secretary of the N. V. A. He enthused everyone present with his talk on the utilization and substantiated this belief with assurance of his personal aid for the raising of the Memorial Fund. "But," Mr. Chesterfield said, "no one or half dozen people can do this, the actor himself must feel the need and the value of a home and theatrical organization. No people should play longer than the actor the value of working together for what happens when someone misses his cue? The answer is plain. Alright, the Florence Mills Theatrical Asis' is YOUR hour and have you missed it?" The second radio hour of the association-over WABC goes on Thursday, March 16, last was fine and this (so we hear) be marvelous. Tune in and hear Olive P. Hopkins, Richard Huey, Easton and Howell, etc. Howard Hi Falls Before Bordentown Attack BORDENTOWN, N. J. Feb. 24. Bordentown Manual Training School outstamped and outstated the drifblers of the Howard High School of Wilmington, 40-19 after forty minutes of top-netch play. The Delaware visitors came highly touted with a record of winning ten games out of eleven, and justified their success on his hard drive by running up a six-point lead on the Jersey team. From then on, however, the big sloga of the Wildcats were sweating into the center, leading the action. This and scored eight field goals and a foul for a total of seventeen points, while Hamilton, his diminutive teammates at fortnight, the floor. Spruel: at guard played a sterling game and was the bane of the Howard forwards. Butler of Wilmington led his team's scoring. The visiters of the Bordentown defense and were forced to shoot 40% the middle of the door. Y.W.C.A. Notes The Girl Reserve Department of the West 187th street branch of the Y. W. C. A. will present "The Belle of Barcelona," a Spanish operetta, on Thursday, and Friday evenings, March 8 and 9. The performance will be given in the auditorium at 8:30 p.m. in the酵母 Hope Burrell is directing, the bishop, the Lilian Winters is pianist, and Mr. Yates is directing the dancers. The operetta is under the general direction of Miss Escobedo V, Sarreals, Girl Reserve secretary. The cast is composed of Girl Reserves and members of the Three D's Club of the Y. W. C. A. All seats are 55 cents and the proceeds will give to summer conferences. There are 50 seats in good Spanish dances and vivid costumes. All in all the operetta promises to be well - worth the money, and a delightful occasion. Nine girls and one secretary startout in gay holiday mood at noon Saturday, Feb. 15, for Newark and the Mid-Winter Industrial Conference. The same group came home Sunday night very tired, but also very happy and well satisfied with the week-end spent with 123 other industrial girls. The conference program was interesting and it is also true that each year the spirit of fellowship in the conferences is warmer as the girls in this northeastern section know each other better. The West 13th street light house is the bright light here, this year, as the club president, Miss Carrie Raysor, was elected chairman of the Mid-Winter Conference for 1929. Miss Raysor also led one of the discussion groups on Sunday morning. The conference began on Saturday at 2 p.m. with registration, followed by ten. At 4 o'clock Tom Tippet of Brookwood Labor College spoke on "What Do We Mean by and What Do We Expect From Workers' Education." At six came a deligent and at seven a humble and Make One," presented by the girls from Paterson, followed by dancing. On Sunday there were two discussion hours, an hour of music and poetry and tea. During the music hour Mrs. J. H. Bynum of Orange led the singing of a few Spirituals. Girls from the Beaux Arts Club attending the conference were: Carrie Raysor, Ann Sadler, Pauline Boyd, Margaret Johnson, Margaret Johnson, Jonelle Polite, Efa Faunderley; and Iva Calines. They were accompanied by Mrs. M. V. Williams, business and industrial secretary. HEART DISEASE AMONG SCHOOL CHILDREN Of 12,000 school children in Boston, 2,311 whose yearly physical examination by school physicians suggested possibility of heart disease Of these 625, or one-half of 1 percent, of the total number of school White Southerner Tells Why Negro Goes North With a plea to the white South to "Let's stop being stupid!" Howard Snyder, a white resident of Mississippi, writing in the March number of Plain Talk, 225 Varlick street, New York, tells why the Negro is leaving the South and distributing himself over the nation. First, Mr. Snyder cites the one-crop system of cotton raising, with its exhaustion of the soil, the poverty and indebtedness of tenants, who are not recognized as part of the community and are constantly tempted to move in the effort to better themselves. Mr. Snyder continues: "Add to all this the lynchings, mistreatment of many Negroes, and considering the fact the field Negro of the South is a primitive community, most probably a dreaded Ku Klux Klan we have another reason for the vast migration of Negroes from the sunny South. Almost any day we read of some benighted Negro peasant being hunted down or shot by a posse. That the South could expect these same benighted people to remain with and uncompromisingly end this when a twenty-bill will carry a man away from it passes my understanding." had lived in bondage and debt slavery would come back like the prodigal son of old. "The facts are that they aren't doing it and they won't." The South, in Mr. Snyder's belief, will have to meet Northern attraction to the Negro by giving him schools, good wages, justice "and all those many and complex things that go to make up life in civilized America." Mr. Snyder points out that even in the South it is now becoming understood that the race problem is not merely local. He writes: "With the Negro press everywhere increasing its circulation, and such far-reaching organizations as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People working through its local organizations in every community to uphold the rights of the Negro and demand that justice be given him and urge that Negro children everywhere attend elementary schools, the race problem is by no means confined to the South. The problem with is "both amazed and desperately worried" over the departure of its best labor supply and that many white men are being forced into the ranks of common labor. As for the South's trying to persuade itself that the Negroes who children were found to have organic disease of the heart; 77 were potential heart-disease cases; 265 were classified as doubtful and need reexamination from time to time. These figures are not complete for all children of school age in Boston, since the survey included only those children well enough to attend school, and the method of examination may have missed many potential cases. Girl Scout Notes The Girl Scouts of Troop 92 of the Golden League have a dramatic sketch and music at the West 137th street Y. W. C. A. last Friday evening to raise money for the headquarters and to the bullet Lowe Memorial Fund, Lucille and Rose Segunda were in charge of the program. The Harlem Community Center Branch of the Golden League entertained with a Valentine supper dance at the Community Center last Tuesday evening. Joseph Northern furnished the music. There were 124 boys and girls present. An opportunity contest, which will end March 1, is now being carried on by the organization. The member bringing in the highest number of prospective members over 20 will receive a $2.50 prize. The second prize will be a silver bracelet, and the third will be a pocketbook. Mrs. Golden M. Blene, director of Girls' Work, New York City Mission Society, is head of this work. HOW MANY CHILDREN GO TO THE "MOVIES" Children formed over a fourth of the total paid admissions to a few motion-picture theatres in one city during 1926, which meant a weekly average attendance of 4,600 and a yearly total of 241,782. A recent estimate placed the proportion of children in the motion-picture audiences of New York at 8 per cent. This is considered a low percentage for the country. Using it as a basis of the total weekly attendance of 80,000,000 reported by a spokesman of the industry, 7,200,000 are children. CUBA EXTENDS WORK FOR MOTHERS, INFANTS A national child-welfare service is to be established in Cuba for the protection of mothers and infants. There are six trailing schools for nurses on the island, and the secretaries of these plans to designate nurses to cooperate with the health officers of various municipalities, and to appoint a staff of experts on infant welfare to lecture in the various cities on the care and feeding of infants. A national child-welfare service was established in 1938, and as early as 1938, the city already has a corps of public-health nurses. AUTOMOBILE—SERVICE FROM March 1 to April 1, inclusive, clean carbon, grind valves combination. 1 Refine valves; 2 resoat block; 3 team wive guides; 4 clean carbon ports; 6 adjust valve tappets; 7 tune up motor; 8 clean carburetor straighter; 9 clean vacuum straighter; 10 adjust carburetor; 11 clean motor ports; 12 clean motor ports; 13 clean and adjust plugs; 14 test plugs; 15 blow out gas lines; 16 tighten all fuel connections. The aforesaid includes labor and such materials as valves, valve ports, Fords, $4; other 4-cylinder cars, $7.50; six-cylinder cars, $11.50; eight in lino cars, $15; V-type eight-cylinder motors, $18; V-type eight-cylinder motors, $18; Kelvy Auto Engineering Co., 105 Ancomba Pl., near 1548 St. had lived in bondage and debt slavery would come back like the prodigal son of old. "The facts are they aren't doing it and they won't. The South, in Mr. Snyder's belief, will have to meet Northern attraction to the Negro by giving him schools, good wages, justice and complex things that go to make up life in civilized America." FURNISHED ROOMS 19TH ST. 18 W. (1 flight up—Nice furnished rooms, refined people only, all improvements, $6.7 per week. Call 7 P. M. SEVENTE 12TH ST. 56 W.-Neddy furnished rooms, steam heated, from $5 up Mrs. James. 12TH ST. 51 W.-Private house; large furnished room; all convoy electric; comfortable $5,000 weekly. 12TH ST. 28-40 W.(APT. 6-W)- Neddy furnished room, with use of kitchen; elevator service. JHTEEN FURNISHED ROOMS PH ST., 35 W.—Large and small room; reasonable rate. PH ST., 6 E.—Neatly furnished totehnet rooms, large or small sam heat; continuous hot water; me and be convinced. PH ST., 254 W.—Large and small totehnet rooms, for single or triple; reasonable; private house. Feb.29-31. PH ST., 140 W.—Neatly furnished kitchenette and small rooms; telephone. Feb.14-14. PH ST., 63 W.—Large furnished totehnet room, modern convenances, reasonable rent, private house. Eugene Williams. Feb.22-27. FH ST., 130 W.—Furnished measurement, kitchenette room, small room furnished, $3.50, phone orn. 0899. Feb.22-29 FH ST., 39 W. (Apt. C; ground box)—Nearly furnished, private room, modern conveniences. Feb.22-29 FH ST., 169 W.—Rooms to let runshed or unfurnished, steam eat, hot water. Apply store. FH ST., 251 W.—Pleasant, light, easily furnished rooms to rent; spectable parties only. Morg- side 3204. Feb.22-29 NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 13TH ST. 116 W. (ground floor, west)—Nearly furnished rooms, near "L" and subway. Call eye nings. Mrs. Jones. Feb.24 FURNISHED ROOMS 7TH AVE. 2080 (near 1231st St.)—Large room, elevator apartment, 2 baths, privileges, private family. Apply apartment 2. Feb. 29-41 7TH AVE. 1980 (Apt 2)—Beautiful street view, sunshine, all conveniences. 7TH AVE. 2150 (near 1288th St.)—Nestly furnished room, reasonable. Morningside 5195, Roach. Feb. 29-21 7TH AVE. 2400 (Apt. 57)—Large front room, kitchen privileges, small private room, reasonable. Feb. 29-21 7TH AVE. 1991—Large furnished and unfurnished rooms, with all conveniences. $5 week. Call Morningside 4753. Feb. 29-21 ST. NICHOLAS AVE. 824 (Apt. 48, Cor. 151st Ln.)—Nestly furnished room, steam heat, elevator, or other roomers kept, gentleman proferred. Call after 6 P. M. Bradhurst 8470. Feb. 22-19 ST. NICHOLAS AVE., 747-Large, light kitchenette rooms, furnished and unfurnished, all conveniences. Audubon 2448. Feb. 15-14 ST. NICHOLAS AVE., 849 (Apt. 4, north)—Large, light room; couple or gentleman; or respectable home, Audubon 10444. Feb. 22-19 ST. NICHOLAS AVE., 180 (Apt. 33, 119th Ln.)—Lovely room, nice home, respectable call. Call all week and Sunday. Feb. 15-14 ST. NICHOLAS AVE. 320 (Apt. 17) —Large, light room, private. Feb. 22-24 ST. NICHOLAS AVE. 654 (Apt. 62) —Furnished room to let, all modern improvements. Rent very reasonable. Feb. 22-24 ST. NICHOLAS AVE. 853 (Apt. 5-N) —Comfortable rooms in first-class apartment. Phone Edge. 2009 for appointment. Feb. 22-24 ST. NICHOLAS AVE. 654 (Apt. 34, cor. 141st St.)—Nice large front room; all comforts; no other lodgers; just like home. Feb. 22-24 ST. NICHOLAS AVE. 488 (Apt. 5, cor. 143th St.)—Nest, very room, single or couple; reasonable. Feb. 29-21 APARTMENTS FOR RENT 1477TH ST, 287 W.—4 rooms, electricity, hot water, newly decorated, $36. 1518T ST, 231 E—3 rooms, $24; 4 rooms, $30; new law; corner; all improvements, Supt. Apt. 1. Feb.22-21 153D ST., 288 W.—Large room apartment; all information at above address. Feb.29-41 153D ST., 269 W. (Apt. 7)—Apt. to suite, very reasonable. Call evenings. Barrett. 153D ST., 463 W.—45 elegant rooms, all improvements, all amenities, healthy location, low rent. 1077TH ST., 815 E. (corner Upson Ave, 6 blocks north of north Avenue subway station)—9 and 6 rooms, bath, all modern improvements, showers, $65 and $55, Hewlett-Wakefield, 633 Malrose Avenue, Midrose 5733. 207TH ST., 251 E.—5 large, light room apartment. Phone Olmville 3340. Williams. 220TH ST., 687 E.—Four rooms, all improvements, for colored rooms. Olmville 0668. Feb.29-21 3D AVE., 3874 (near Clarence Room), all improvements, $7, good location. Near market and school. 3D AVE., 1762—2 rooms; $20 hot water, electric lights, white sinks, etc. Feb.3-41 3D AVE., 2103 (near 199th St.)—Large furnished kitchen rooms, all improvements; $3 per week; and 2 rooms, $10. Phone. 5TH AVE., 1466 (118th St.)—5 rooms; all improvements; decorated. 5TH AVE., 2177 (CORNER 133D STREET—FOUR ROOMS, ALL IMPROVEMENTS, STEAM, ELEC- TRICITY AND BATH, ALL PRIV- ILE ROOMS APPLY SUPERIENTMENT ON PREMISES, 1ST FLOOR, MR. SCOTT. 7TH AVE., 864 (noar 40th St.) Small rooms, $2.50; double rooms, $4.50 up. Inquire 2 flights. Feb.1.1f 7TH AVE., 2155—S rooms, all im- premises or rent. $60. Apply premises or rent. J. Mason, ma- 153 West 72d. St. Tratalgar 8400. 7TH AVE., 2306 (185th St.)—Six cheerful rooms, steam, electric; shower bath, big value; $8. Will- iams. 7TH AVE., 2917—3 and 4 rooms, bath, hot water, electricity; $30 and $40. 7TH AVE., 2735—3-4 room apartment, private, furnished. NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29, 1928 Apt. for Rent — Mt. Vernon 5-ROOM apartment to let on Vista Place, hot air heat, hot water, Oakwood 2572. Mrs. H. W. Smith. APTS, FOR RENT—BRONX APARTMENT to let in a 2-family house; all modern improvements. 1429 Rosedale Ave. Bronx. 22D ST, 819 E. (Bronx, N. Y.)—7 rooms, steam, electric, bath. Phone Ollyville 3336. HOUSE TO LEASE DESIRABLE private house for lease. In office space. George F. Watson, Real Estate, 292 W. 137th St. FOR SALE SIX furnished rooms, very cheap, rent $65. Apply to Mrs. Boares, W. 115th St. $300 DOWN—Rooming business; Edgecombe Ave., or, 145th St. 17 rooms completely furnished. 145th St. will sell cheap and new good business; Harris. 17 Gay St. N. Y. C. Spring 4486. Jan. 11-22 129TH ST., 225 W. — 2 mahogany twin beds, complete, and large ice box and condition, suitable business. Feb. 8-11 BARBER SHOP, four chairs, well equipped, now working, on avenue, very well located. Amsterdam News. Feb. 22-27 RESTAURANT for sale, near 139th St. will sell cheap and new good business; owner will sell cheap on account of illness. Wilfred R. Bain, 2360 7th avenue. Edgecombe 6197. Feb. 27-28 APARTMENT for sale or sublet, 7 rooms, all private, phone Aud. 129th Eveingsale, July 24-25. Sun. All improvements. Feb. 22-41 15TH ST., 248 W. (Apt. 4) — Newly furnished apartment for sale at sacrifice at once. Call after 6 P. M. 11TH ST., 9 W. — Grocery and dry goods. Will be sold. Will be sacrificed very cheap. 14TH ST., 255 W. — Stover and stationery store for sale at a very good chance for colored man. FOR Bedroom 2 room kitchen, bedroom, bath), steam heat, hot water, reasonable rent. Sell furniture for $125. Call Bradhurst 8993. WILL sacrifice lease and furniture of ten room, private house, large light rooms, tenanted, steam heat. W. 11th St. Rent, $160. Morningside 0870. 13TH ST., 126 W. (Apt. 8; 3 up) — Nicely furnished apartment for $2,000 DOWN will buy private house. West 136th or 137th Street. Office 210 W. 135th street. Blue. PIERCE SHOP, small taxicab in good condition. 13 East 126th street. HOUSE for sale, sell at sacrifice on lots 210 by 50. Located on main road and电动车路, Mrs. Bradhurst location for passing the house. Mrs. M. Erby, 2089 Madison Ave. Harlem 8234. NEWLY renovated, 6 small apartments near 136th St. subway, very reasonable cash small, one mortgage. Box H-1, co Amsterdam News. 14TH ST., 208 W. (Apt. 2) — 6 room apartment, neatly furnished, $300. Furniture for sale for light housekeeping, cheap. 2378 8th Ave. Moore, 3 flights south. WILL lease or sell three steam heated private house with garage. W. 137th and 138th and 139th streets treated. Apply Cecel T. Martin. 210 W. 138th St. NICELY FURNISHED apartment for sale. Bradhurst 2345. 101 West 135th St. WILL buy private house, terms or cash. Phone Bradhurst 1294 to twelve and one. Miss Morgan. No brokers on rooms. SELLING two adjoining private houses on St. Nicholas Avenue, furnished or unfurnished. Only $2,000 down; will lease for $125 to take both houses. No brokers on rooms. Cecel T. Martin. 210 West 138th St. PRIVATE furnished rooms for sale; reasonable rent. Wilson Edgecombe 9076. WILL lend upon immediate request small or large house. No rent tape. Worth for cash. Mrs. W. Rothenberg. 210 W. 138th St. 18TH ST. W. — Private house 12 rooms, furnished, electric years' lease. Income $290 monthly. Low rental. Inspection daily between 2 and 4. Bradhurst 10196. $3,000 cash buys 10-family apartment; all improvements; reasonable price; easy terms. Edwards 2196 7th Ave. Edgecombe 3085. FIVE-room furnished apartment, reasonable to quick room; will sell individual rooms, or places; leaving city. N. Platt. 341 inter-urban apt. Apt. 6-B. Bronx. Earnings only. BARGAIN in Mt. Vernon, in I. 2 and 3 rooms, $5,000. Small down payment rent. Rockaway and Arvine-sacrifice of hotel and beach property bungalows and lots; 6 minutes to ocean. E. I. Gorion, 1980 7th Ave. Phone University 1350. WILLIES-KNIGHT, 1926, Model 66 Sedan, five-passenger, perfect condition. Platt. Inter-lease 2337. Eveingsale only. PRIVATE house, with lease and full rent for sale; furnished; suitable for business. Real Estate, all information, address, care P. O. Box 22, Station L. BEAUTY PARLOR, fully equipped modern improvements; rent reusable; any system. Call early 2139 Seventh Ave. Morningside --- ONE dressing table $10; 1 four- nester bed springs, mattress, $20; Bedroom bench, one chair and a bedroom chair; $30; one dresser $10; 1 invader bed, $12; 305 West 145th St., 3 flights up, west side. FOR SALE — BRONX $23,000 will buy new four-family house; all improvements; parquet floor; fireplace, fireplace, fireplace, office. Office, 210 W. 135th St. Bradhurst 4192. FOR RENT 118TH ST. 126 W. (4th floor, front); 5 box rooms, all improvements; $45; 4 windows in front. Inquire janitor in basement or grocery store. PUTNAM AVE. 451—Vacant brownstone, 15 rooms, furnace heat, electric, complete 2 families. A1 company, 400 Waverly Ave. Pros. 8329. DEAN ST.—Eight-room house, bath, $75. Facing North, North, home, $50. Moorhau, 820 Nostrand Ave. 117TH ST., 63 E.—5 rooms, hot water, rent reasonable. PRIVATE HOUSE, 12 rooms, 2 baths, steam heat. Apply 2052 7th Ave. 141ST ST. 162 W. east (Parker, bedroom, adjoining, private; davenport in parlor, single or double abjection to children; $8 per week. Commute. EDGECOMBE AVE. 60—Unfurnished, suitable studio; small furnished house, resp. ble working people. Feb.29-27. STORAGE in private garage. $7 and $10. Robinson, 50 West 140th St. Phone Morningside 6154. E. Vernings. THREE furnished rooms for light housekeeping, steam heat, hot water, for two reliable working people only. Best suited man and wife. K. o Amsterdam News. 144TH ST. 140 W. (Apt. 44)—2 rooms and kitchen, furnished, for rent, reasonable. F. Fairly. Call Wednesday evening. 87TH AVE. 2752 (NEAR 146TH ST.) WATER, ELECTRICITY, BATH. Apply PREMISES OR PRICE BROWS. 211 W. 148TH ST.; EDGECOMBE 6503. 128TH ST. 83 W. (2 flights)—3 room apartment, furnished, steam heat; $14 week. Harmland 9544. 128TH ST. 48 E.—3 rooms, electric and hot water; cheap rent; 2 weeks free; good neighborhood. 99TH ST. 66 E.—4 and 5 rooms; all improvements; newly decorated; reasonable rent. Apply Apt. 1-A. 99TH ST. 12 W. (Apt. 2)—5 beautiful room, (Apt. 2)—5 morning improvements. Phone University 1727. Gertude Saunders. SUBLET small apartment, partly furnished, to reliable party; $25. Morningside 6154. Call after 7 evenings. 222D ST. 758 E.—6 rooms in 2-family house, new; all modern improvements. Phone Olivinei 10264. 165TH ST. 221 W. (1st flight)—7 rooms and bath; all modern improvements. Phone University 1727. Gertude Saunders. 132D ST. 116 W.—Large, light, parlor room, front; or floor suitable for club or business, also basement unfurnished to let. Private house. FOR LEASE—Private houses, low rent, good location. Ashton L. Sewell Co. 2305 Seventh avenue. Edgecombe 4952. LENOX AVE. 16S (Apt. 10)—2 rooms, neatly furnished, homelike, elevator services. Call evenings only. L. K. David. 77TH AVE. (near 146th St.)—One room and living room, all privileges. Phone Edgecombe 2931. Call evenings. 127TH ST. 60 W.—Large beautiful private house to lease. Rent reasonable. Dennis Edwards. Harlem 3112. ST. NICHOLAS AVE. 418—3 unfurnished front rooms, $13.50 week. Newly built, all light and sunny. Good Janitor service. Gas and electric free. Petty. HOUSE TO LET MOvements; parquet bargains; exclusive 210 W. 135th 192. RENT W. (4th floor, room; all impure windows in front, in basement or office. Pres. 8229. BLA—Vacant brown- furniture heat, to 2 families. A-1 others. Ota. Pres. 8229. ROOM house, bath, St. 500th house, 209th Ave. E—5 rooms, hot, onable. 12 rooms, 2 baths, apply 2052 7th Ave. E—top floor, east) adjoining, adri- parlor, single objection to chil- keak. Commune. E—U-600, suitable studio; rooms. Pres. 8229. Feb.29-27 1 rooms for light heat heat, hot wa- able working peo- suited man and anterior News. W. (Amt. 44)—2 room, furnished, for F. Fairly. Calling. NEAR 146TH ST.) HATER, ELEG. $499, APPV. PRICE BROOK, 211 (2 flights)—3 room steam heat; om 9544. 3 rooms, electric water; cheap rent; good neighborhood. 4 and 5 rooms; all newly decorated. CHILDREN 138TH ST. dren beds, ages, Mice. CHILDREN personal personals Mrs. Garr, Corona, Ia. LENOX AVE. from 2 yrs or week. WILL bear refined wood TH-AVE. wishes to good house LENOX AVE. care well Neat, combe 92 MANHATTAN 116th SCA care take floor. Lady wish dren, by 134th SCA or take w CHILDREN week Apt. 6-W. ESIEW HOME parents will large and 129th SCA Susan Garr. CHILDREN night 22 EDGECOMBE Nice f around a vironment. CHILDREN W. 180th Smith. CHILDREN 2172 Seve or business, also pursued to let. Pri- nate house, low location. Ashton L. Seventh avenue. REAL E PRIVATE h. o. a. L. H. o. a. L. R. E. f. 10:14 ROOM houses to let. 120th to 138th streets. Rent. $135 up. 136th to 153rd Lenox Ave. Morning- side 113. HOUSE--32 rooms, money maker, rent. $200 monthly, quick action. 200 Lenox avenue. Room No. 3. WANTED AGENTS wanted to sell Dr. Link's keep straight hair dresser; $150 per doz. 600 geller. Write for free famples. Dr. Link Mk. Co. $366 Elm St., Dallas, Texas. Nov. 3-52 WANTED — House-to-house sales man, exceptional opportunity for men and women who are real hustlers to make $8 to $15 a day selling Ro Co Co Pomade, the coco- nut oil hair dressing. Write or call The Ro Co Company, $80 Lenox Ave., New York City. Apr. 7-14 AGENTS: We start you in business and help you needed. No apasal or experience needed. Spare or full time. You can earn $50-$100 weekly. Write Madison Products. $66 Broadway, New York. YOUNG man to take part of small bachelor apartment. Telephone Edward. Audubon 3260. TO occupy furnished room or share the apartment; all conveniences. Morningslidge 6163. YOUNG lady wishes to sublet 1-2 rooms. Morningslidge 9008. ET us submit your furnished apartment. Bradhurst 2345. WANTED- Office chairs, metal filing cabinet, safe. Martin, 210 West 133th Street. 147TH St. 304. W.-Would adopt baby, from 1 week to 2 months old. Mrs. Warren. 20 YOUNG YOMEN, makes to $20 to $10 week working for the Willettro Progress Hair Straightening Machine Company. Must be ambi-bellied. Call E. B. Williams Co., Inc. 2360 Seventh Ave. New York City, or write to E. B. Williams Co., Inc. 61 Chambers St., New York City. JINGERS, altos and tenors for con- temporary work. Write on apply 77 W. 143st St, upstate. Phone Harlem 4800. YOUNG girl wishes woman, intell- gent little st. share large room (in Harlem's best vicinity). Will also become beneficiary to an insurance. Write Box D, Amsterdam News. CHILDREN BOARDED 183TH ST. 2 W. (Apt. 13)—Children boarded by day or week, all ages. Mrs. Finney. CHILDREN boarded; private house; personal motherly attention; good schooling and regular meals. Mrs. Garrett, 3319 10th Street, Corona, I. l. Phone Newton 8421. LENON AVE. 628 (1 sight of south side)—Tiopea care of children by the week or day. 77TH AVE. 1990 (Apt. 2)—Children from 2 years up, boarded by day or week. 1350 University. WILL board boy, school age. Quiet refined home. Edgecombe 8405. 77TH AVE. 2441 (Apt. 4)—Lady wishes to take care of children. good home. Call all day. LENOX AVE. 592 (Apt. 7)—Will care walking children by the day. Neat, clean, dry home. Edgecombe 9332. MANHATTAN AVE. 417 (118th St. crosstown)—Reliable care taken of children, ground floor. Brown. LADY wishes to take care of children, day or week. 110 West 139th St. ground floor, back, rear, or take washing at home. CHILDREN to board, by day or week. 9-40 West 138th Street. Apt. 6-W. ESSIE WHITES private home for parents and their children; children large and small rooms. 133 West 129th St. 5th floor, east side. Susan Garner's Day Nursery. CHILDREN taken care of by day or night. 234 West 138th St. EDGECOMBE AVE. 281 (Apt. 1-D)—Nice family would board boy around school age; refined environment. Edgecombe 6405. CHILDREN want mother's care. 263 W. 130th St. 2d floor, west. Annie Smith. CHILDREN to board; best wet best care. 2172 Seventh Apt. 7. Feb.29-27 MONEY LOANED $10,000 to loan on 2d, 3d mortgages. Abram B. Freedman, Lawyer, 2145 7th Ave. New York City Morning- side 8163. Dec-28th MONEY to loan on second mortgages. Quick action. Liberal terns. S. Friedman, 299 Broad way, New York. Worth 9400. Feb-29th REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE BRONX, New York City. 5 story brick, 8 family apartment. Two small stores, big net returns, well financed, small cash for quite sale. Address Real Estate Specialist, D-1, co Amsterdam News. REAL ESTATE WANTED PRIVATE house wanted for lease or will buy. No brokers. Write H. co Amsterdam News. R. E. for Sale—New Jersey BEAUTIFUL home, all modern conveniences, large lot, fine neighborhood. In Montclair, 30 minutes to New York City. 30 minutes Address Real Estate Specialist D-1, co Amsterdam News. DE WITT AVE. 22—Eigh-room house, all improvements, ready furnished. Write H. J. Mattley. 363 Fulston St. Brooklyn. HELP WANTED — MALE BECOME CHAUFFEUR, mechanic, lackman, repairing, driving taught, short time; latest model cars; easy terms; satisfaction guaranteed; days, events; establish- ment. 21 years experience. Auto School and Employment Bus- eau. 736 Lexington Ave. Entrance between 65th and 69th Sts. Feb.8.tt SITUATION WANTED GIRL; high school graduate would like position as stenographer. Triangle 4614. EDGECOMBE AVE. 231- Ambitious young man, with car, wishes few hours' work daily with real estate firm. Thomas. HELP WANTED STENOGRAPHER, keep office hours. Write hours and salary expected. Immediate employment. Write Box H, co Amsterdam News. MAN, neat appearance, to assist me in causing merchandise of merit; good opportunity to make money; no full particulars about yourself. Box P-1, care Amsterdam News. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY NINETEEN CHAUNCEY ST., 125—Steam heated furnished room; all conveniences. Feb.29. NIGHTEEN The New York Amsterdam News 2293 SEVENTH AVE. 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Cortinges Amsterdam News Address all communications and make all checks and money order payable only to The New York Amsterdam News, 2293 Seventh Ave., New York City. Wednesday, February 29, 1928 Henry F. Downing Henry F. Downing HARLEM has its share of colorful personalities, but none was more picturesque than Henry Francis Downing, who died at Harlem Hospital last week. His life was like a romance and might well have been embodied in a novel. Such a novel, of course, would not be acceptable to the white public and publishers, for it would be too favorable to the Negro, but it would be a good novel nevertheless. EIGHTY-TWO YEARS OLD, Henry Downing had seen a good deal of Negro history and played his part in it. He knew Abraham Lincoln personally and was a godson of Frederick Douglass. His grandfather, Thomas Downing, gave New York City a cellarful of vinegar to put out the great fire of 1835, and lent $20,000 to James Gordon Bennett to save the New York Herald from failure. HENRY DOWNING served in the Navy during the Civil War, was misakenly branded as a deserter and did not have his name cleared till 1921. He was appointed U. S. Consul to Portuguese West Africa in 1885 and became a large stockholder in the Liberian Development Company. Turned down by American bankers whom he tried to interest in the development of Liberia, he went to London and raised the required capital. He married an Englishwoman of prominent family. He introduced Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and Paul Laurence Dunbar to the British public. His life was filled with exciting incidents. HARLEM will long remember him as a dignified figure, with a shock of white hair, pacing the streets with an overcoat on in July, with a manuscript in one arm and a cane on the other. Young wiseacres who laugh at the older generation might well pause, wondering if at their death they will have as many achievements to their credit as Henry Francis Downing. Safer Than the Sea IT HAS OFTEN BEEN SAID that the Negro, in order to be effective politically, should divide his vote, nationally as well as sectionally. It was argued that the Republican party would give the Negro more consideration if it were not so certain of his support; that even if the Negro were not strong enough to turn a national election he held the balance of power in many Congressional districts. THESE ARGUMENTS, if addressed to any other group, would be sound enough. The trouble is that they do not fit the case of the Negro-Granting that the Negro has cause to be dissatisfied with the Republican party, where can he go if he leaves it? To the Democratic party? And what is there in the policy, program and conduct of the national Democratic party to attract the Negro? EDITORIAL PAGE Disfranchisement, Jim-Crow rule, segregation and humiliation in the Government departments, political lynching. As for the local Democratic organization, which has been called the Negro's friend, its present policy is directly against the interests of the Negro; it is courting the South and subscribing to Southern policies. GOVERNOR SMITH in his Jackson Day letter advocated the "greatest degree of local self-government" for the states, a phrase which sanctioned the nullification of the Fifteenth Amendment. Mayor Walker is touring the South with the avowed purpose of cementing an alliance between Tammany and the Southern Democrats. At the behest of the South Tammany Hall will not appoint a Negro delegate to the convention at Houston, even if it finds one willing to go. They are staking everything on the chance of putting a Tammany man in the White House for the first time. THUS the thing that keeps the Negro in the Republican party is not gratitude, ignorance, servility or fear of change; it is the Democrats themselves. The Republican ship may be leaky, but it is safer than the sea. Society Murder SOCIETY murder is becoming more and more frequent. Twenty years ago it was something rare; now it is almost usual. By society murder, we mean killings that occur among people of the better classes, the wealthy and cultured or the steady industrious working people. In the underworld, of course, murder is expected, it is all in the day's work. This is so true that the Metropolitan Insurance Company several years ago refused a life insurance policy to Harlem's leading cabaret proprietor on the ground that he was a sporting character and therefore liable to sudden death. He was indignant; but six months later he met the sudden death. THE SOCIETY MURDER is not only frequent; it is fiendish and sometimes elaborate. The underworld murderer is satisfied with shooting or stabbing his victim; the society murderer wants something hideous in the most prominent society murders of the past six years there were features of which savages would be ashamed. Hacking a dead victim to pieces, garroting with a picture wire, bludgeoning with a sashweight during an old man into the woods to shoot him, strangling a child and then cutting up the body, soaking a woman's clothes with oil and burning her to death — all these pretty things have been done by people who in their school days probably wrote essays on the cruelty of the American Indians. SOCIETY murder is becoming more and more frequent. Twenty years ago it was something rare; now it is almost usual. By society murders we mean killings that occur among people of the better classes, the wealthy and cultured or the steady, industrious working people. In the underworld, of course, murder is expected, it is all in the day's work. This is so true that the Metropolitan Insurance Company several years ago refused a life insurance policy to Harlem's leading cabaret proprietor on the ground that he was a sporting character and therefore liable to sudden death. He was indignant; but six months later he met the sudden death. THE SOCIETY MURDER is not only frequent; it is fiendish and sometimes elaborate. The underworld murderer is satisfied with shooting or stabbing his victim; the society murderer wants something hideaus. In the most prominent society murders of the past six years there were features of which savages would be ashamed. Hacking a dead victim to pieces, garroting with a picture wire, bludgeoning with a sashweight, luring an old man into the woods to shoot him, strangling a child and then cutting up the body, soaking a woman's clothes with oil and burning her to death — all these pretty things have been done by people who in their school days probably wrote essays on the cruelty of the American Indians. The Fifteenth Amendment (From the New York Times) If the movement in the first Illinois District, but a Negro Congressman to Washington in his Representative Maddon is successful, he will volvope, he a man with a mission more serene than a more emphasis of the presence in Congress a member of his race. It is the observance, the American Negroes see it, of the Fifteenendant which is to be his cause. The man, one of the candidates but stated it forcefully lowers: The issue of paramount importance is a If the movement in the first Illinois District to sent a Negro Congressman to Washington in place of Representative Madden is successful, he will, it develops, be a man with a mission more serious than a more emphasis of the prosecution in Congress of a member of his race. It is the observance, as the American Negro sees it, of the Fifteenth Amendment which is to be his cause. The manager of one of the candidates but stated it forcefully as follows: The issue of paramount importance is not whether the Eighteenth Amendment should be enforced, but whether or not the necessary legislation shall be enacted to make the Fifteenth Amendment effective in spirit and latter. It is my firm conviction that lynching, mournage, Jim-crow care and disfragrance would shortly disappear if every citizen was protected in the exercise of his franchise. This right would not be denied if deprivation of representation in Congress would be the unfeeling necessity of such doubt. This manifesto has arraigned Mr. Mudden's Negro constituents to such an extent that many candidates of that race are in the field—so many, think the Chicago political reporters, that they will split their own vote, and make it possible for Mr. Mudden to go back. If they were to apply to their enterprise the some politically with which they support the white houses of Chicago, the next Congress might find in its ranks a citizen whose political aptitude will be even more distantible to the South than his color National Baptists vs. Nannie Burroughs THE name of Nannie H Burroughs is as well known as that of any other woman of her generation. Her work speaks for itself. For initiative, energy and enterprise, she stands easily first among Baptist Women. Indeed, one must search long and far to find her equal in bringing things to pass, even among the mighty men of that great denomination. The school for the religious and practical training of girls at the national capital is unique among our educational institutions. Its origin, development and support are as much due to the genius of Nannie Burroughs as Tuskegee Institute and what it stands for rest upon the genius of Booker T. Washington. Indeed, she has often been called the Booker T. Washington of the female sex. Purely from an impartial and outside point of view, I am disposed to say that the National Religious Training School for Girls means more to the great Baptist denomination than any other single institution devoted mainly to the advancement of that denomination. I dare say that three-fifths of the membership of the Baptist Church are women and girls. The men, under Baptist polity, are the rulers and elders of the church, yet the female constituency form the body of its main strength. Men can lead women only in the broader and more comprehensive features of denominational life and polity. But in all ways in which the women function as a separate group, they demand womanhood leadership. This is the day of liberalization of women. No longer will they stand for the dictatorship of man on the mere basis of masculinity. More and more the powers of government will rest upon the consent and participation of the governed. Miss Burroughs is furnishing leadership for the great female constitutency of this vast spiritual estate. In doing this, she is furnishing female leaders for the whole race. The Baptist Church reaches and influences at least half of the entire mass of the race. Not only this, but this action operates beyond the bounds and borders of the Baptist Church and administers to the social and spiritual needs of the people at large. The religious training school is not merely another school amidst the superb abundance of institutions for the education of girls. It stands out in bold uniqueness as the only school of its kind founded, manned and managed by Negro women, with the stress of emphasis on moral and spiritual quickening. Miss Burroughs transfuses her great soul throughout it all. It is a source of wonderment how she can, amidst the world-mindedness of this world-minded city of Washington, maintain her spiritual moorings and impress others with her highly surcharged spirit. But she succeeds in doing this to a remarkable degree. Sending out as she does scores of young women adequately equipped in scholastic preparation and imbued with the moral and spiritual principles, she is bound to leave the entire lump of the limitist denomination. Those of us who have been in the educational field for well-night a generation can but look on with deep and poignant regret at the passing of the moral and spiritual foundation upon which we hoped to build in the earlier days. The age in which we are living is discounting the old beliefs and traditions, and is furnishing no new substitute to take their place. The old life of the race is being swept away in the whirlpool of greed, gain and vainglory. We are discarding the old before the new is made easily available for the proper guidance of youth. Namble Burroughs adheres to the old foundation, I believe, more effectively than any educator now functioning among us. She exerts a more widespread and accepted influence upon her student body than any other with whom I am acquainted. She has taken the place of the old New England missionary who came with the Bible as containing the glad tildings for the salvation of the race. While doing this, she by no means neglects the practical, everyday needs and requirements to meet the demands of modern living. With the Bible, bath and broom as her motto, the whole fabric of life is bound to be kept clean. I gather from the press that some issue has arisen between Miss Burroughs and the great Baptist denomination as to the judgment of the immediate or ultimate control. This is a matter of inside denominational polity with which the outsider has nothing to do. This matter will doubtless be adjusted according to the good sense and good judgment of all concerned. But as the matter has been brought to public attention by the parties in immediate interest, the public has the right to express a disinterested judgment. Whatever happens it would be little less than a calamity to impale or hamper the efficiency of the work so efficiently inaugurated and conducted by its author and founder. I looked at from the outside, this school has been conducted as an institution of the land[1] for Negro Art at International House By FRED GARDNER (Vice-President Society of Independent Artists) Considered in the light of the Negro's achievements in the fields of literature, music and the dance, the recent exhibition of Negro art at International House could not be taken as representing the race's best efforts in painting and sculpture. ```markdown ``` the faintest and by Nannie Burroughs. As she herself is of that household of faith, it would seem that the denomination is entitled to full credit for all she does. The crux of the issue, as an outlier does it, is whether the denomination, through its educational machinery should or should not take over the immediate management and control. Miss Burroughs seems to think that this would too narrowly circumscribe her initiative and unbound energies, which must have unimpered working space. It is always hard to circum-scribe genius. The common judg- A. E. -Kelly Miller- ment of mankind has reached the conclusion that it is better to let the superior person have much of his own way, especially when that way points to the goal at which we all are striving. To hamper General Armstrong would have been to frustrate Hampton; to have throttled Booker T. Washington would have spelled the failure of Tuskegee. The great danger seems to be that too great retrain upon Nannie Burroughs would so hinder and hamper the National Training School that it would no longer function efficiently. To those of us who, for a long time, have followed the progress of racial progress, this issue seems doubly unfortunate. We cannot help recalling the fatal Negro Art at Ho By FRED (Vice-President Socle Considered in the light of the fields of literature, music hibition of Negro art at Int taken as representing the race sculpture. What this exhibition seemed to lack was the emotional element resulting from the freestyle inborn impulse to create that characterizes the Negro's other forms of expression. This does not mean that the artist possesses technical skill or even knows of its existence, but works from an inner vision and in the manner that-the emotions direct rather from standardized formulae. It was under such circumstances that the greatest of all art has been produced and it was such that originated the spirituals, poetry and dances of the colored race. Phyllis Wheatley knew nothing of the technique of verse, neither were the originators of spirituals trained in counterpoint nor the creator of the charleston versed in rules of the Russian ballet, but each let their innermost feelings prompt their efforts. It is under such circumstances that a school of painting must first be established and not by merely recognizing those who are followers of established standards of European culture. The colored race must possess a French Queen Had Colored Daughter Writing in the March number of The Messenger, J. A. Rogers, a European correspondent for The Amsterdam News, reveals the fact that Queen Marie Theresa, the consort of King Louis XIV of France, became the mother of a black girl baby. According to Rogers, it seems that an African prince made the queen a present of a little black dwarf, to whom she became greatly attached. He was always with her, playing on the rich rugs and even sitting on her lap. Soon the other ladies of the French court began to get little black dwarfs and, in a short time, they became the vogue. This is the reason why nearly all of the paintings of the noble ladies of that period always show Little Negroes in attendance. Not long after the little black dwarf became a part of the Queen's household that lady found herself about to become a mother. When the baby, a girl, was born, it was jet black, and everybody agreed that the little dwarf had gotten the thorn and not the bone. LETTERS struggle between two good men and their followings. The internal wranglings between Morris and Boyd undoubtedly brought, two good men to their untimely graves and split in twain a virile body of the Christian church. The issue raged fiercely for a number of years over the control, and management of a publishing house designed to furnish spiritual literature for the nourishment of the Baptist household of faith. When the future generations look back upon this unseemly wrangle of Christian brothen over a non-essential secular triviality, they will hang their heads in shame. What difference could it make to the great cause of Christ whether one faction or the other printed and distributed Bibles and hymn books for inspiration and praise? The split of the great Baptist body into two denominations is the only schism ever made in the body of Christ over a trivial business matter. Of the existing two hundred and two Protestant deforminations, these are the only two which did not spring out of some difference of doctrine, or over some putative violation of essential Christian principle or practice. It stands out in its bad eminence as a lamentable failure of the Negro for ecclesiastical self-government. Of course, we may not contemplate any further such calamity over the disputed management of the school in question, but the issue points in the same ugly direction. It might be said in a general way that religious denominations have not generally had conspicuous success in running educational enterprises. Schools, colleges and universities always strive as soon as possible to throw off the yolk of ecclesiastical management and control. The University of Chicago chafed under Baptist authority; Vanderbilt pulled out from the Methodists; Hampton, Atlanta, Fisk and Meharry throw off the yoke of denominational rulership. If Miss Burroughs chafes under too tight a Baptist harness, she is but repeating the experience of great institutions of all denominations. Let us hope, however, that there will be found enough statemanship in Dr. L. K. Williams and his consecrated cabinet and enough of the spirit of sacrifice and consecration in Miss Nannie Burroughs to continue the good work of the Religious Training School without long-drawn-out bickerings or bitterness. International use GARDNER (ly of Independent Artists) the Negro's achievements in and the dance, the recent ex- ternational House could not be 's best efforts in painting and vast amount of unrecognized talent which will never be found in the art schools but must be sought for through open no-jury exhibitions in which production is encouraged by hanging all work that is submitted regardless of skill according to technical standards. Such an exhibition could be conducted along lines similar to those of The Society of Independent Artists in New York or the no-jury societies of Chicago and Boston, each of which is open to all and offer opportunities for the exhibition of work without submission to a jury. I sincerely hope that in the near future frequent exhibitions may be held in which the works not only of the Negro who is following art as a profession is shown, but also the efforts of those who follow other jobs of work as a means of livelihood and paint as an avocation, will be shown regardless of its resemblance to other recognized standards of art. It is altogether likely that from the latter class a powerful school will eventually develop that will enrich the whole world by its existence as the literature and music of the Negro has already done. to have a black child. At any rate, the child was baptized Louise-Marle, after the King and Queen, and sent to a convent to be brought up. There she remained until she died, known as Stater Louise-Marle, and visited occasionally by members of the royal family. Rogers concludes: "So far as the matter of color is concerned the black man might have been a mystery in those days, but in this hard-held age we are inclined to be a bit more skeptical. Library Notes There is on exhibit at the West 135th Street Library, in the Division of Negro Literature and History, on the third floor, a group of portraits of St. Helena islanders, off South Carolina, by Wmld Relss, whose studio is in Greenwich Village. Mr. Relss will be remembered for his cover design, decorative illustrations and portraits which appeared in the "New Negro," edited by Alain Locke. The portraits were exhibited at this library. Mr. Relss is the son of Fritz Relss, Bayard landscape painter, Claude McKay Post (1890 —) THE first poet of the Negro soul is Claude McKay. A character in all respects, private, literary, and patriotic so uncommonly excellent and noble as that of McKay can rarely be met with, either in the annals of history or the record of poetical biography. Claude McKay is a Jamaican; his ancestors came from Madagascar. At an early age he commenced to write verse in the dialect of the peasants of Jamaica. He was educated by his eldest brother. In 1912 he came to the United States where he attended for two years the Agricultural College of Kansas. Life is sparkling in McKay's songs, ballads and verbal paintings. There is often pain and sadness and longing for unmitigated freedom in his melodies. At times he is bitter, full of indignation and stinging mockery, fire and thunder. His satire is heavy and Making their mock at our ocurred lot. If we must die, O let us nobly die. So that our precious blood may ```markdown ``` effective. He is clever and original. And his poems are sharply lyrical. He sings no anemic beauties: his beauty is born of pain; often indeed, it is pain set to music, or rather, pain transmuted into sweet music. He displays a very vivid imagination, and has produced some of the most incomparable pieces that have ever graced the English language. His writings are nearly always pure, and some of them burn with the chastened sublimity of his inner emotions, expressed in language which could hardly have been rendered more appropriately beautiful. Consider as the work of one mind his volume "Harlem Shadows," which is a remarkable literary production, and has with ease alone entitled him to a high rank among black poets. McKay's claims to a lasting poetical celebrity rests exclusively on the merits of "If We Must Die" and "Harlem Shadows." "If We Must Die" is a strong, satirical poem fresh from the heart of the poet. By a few artless and simple touches it is made to stand out from the canvas with a verbal miltitude and individuality not inferior to those of Dunbar. His poetry, like that of Dunbar, has gone down into the hearts of a whole nation. And some of his rural songs may be heard on every mountain side in Jamaica. How full of deep sentiment and irony is "If We Must Die." I quoth it in full: If we must die, let it not be like hogs Raymond Claymes, baritone, will be heard in his second song recital at the Grace Congregational Church, 308 West 139th street, on Sunday afternoon, March 11, at 3:15 o'clock. Arnette Jones will be the accompanist. Mr. Claymes sang two groups of Spirituals and dialect songs over Station WABC last Thursday night. The Hall Johnson Negro Choir will be heard tonight at 8:30 at the Pythian Temple, 135 West Seventieth street. Jacob Lowe, baritone, will give a recital at Imperial Hall on Sunday, March 18, at 8:30 p. m. He will be assisted by Mrs. G. DunlapSenior, pianist, and David Audl, violinist. Munich. He has become a master dellenter of folk types and folk - Claude McKay - Making their mock at our so cursed lot. If we must die, O let us nobly die. So that our precious blood may not be shed In vain; then even the monsters we defy Shall be constrained to honor us though dead! O Kinsmen! We must meet the common foe! Though far outnumbered let us still be brave. And for their thousand blows deal one death blow! What though before us lies the open grave? Like men we will face the murderous, cowardly pack Pressed to the wall, dying, but fighting back! "Harlem Shadows" is of Negro Harlem. It is full of bitter realism. He says: I hear the halting footsteps of a lasa In Negro Harlem when the night lets fall Its veil, I see the shapes of girls who pass To be bend and barter at desire's call, Ah, the little dark girls who in silmored feet Through the long night until the silver break Of day the little gray feet know no rest; Through the lone night until the last snow-flake Has dropped from heaven upon the earth's white breast, The dusky, half-clad girl of tired feast Are trudging, thinly clad, from street to street. Ah, stern, harsh world, that in the wretched way Of poverty, dishonor and disgrace Has pushed the timid little feet of clay. The sacred brown feet of my fallen raise! Ah, heart of me, the weary, weary feet In Harlem wandering from street to street. There is an elastic generality in his spirit, a buoyant music in his numbers, a soul of enjoyment in his whole nature, that mark him a once a man of a thousand. And we feel in the charm that bears us along a strength that will our last a thousand years. It is like that of the stream that runs, the wind that blows, of the gut that comes up, ruddy as youth, from the bright east on an early summer's morning. It is the strength of nature living in its own joyful life, and mingling with the life of all around in gladdening companionship. For a hundred beautiful pictures of genuine Negro existence, and Negro feeling for many a tear shed, and a happy hour and bright remembrance we thank thee, Claude McKay. McKay's new book, "Home to Harlem," will be published soon by Harper & Brother. Poems submitted for publication in "The Poet's Corner" will not returned or accompanied with self-addressed and stamped envelopes. MY heart beats like a circus drum When four bits of paper Flutter as yellowish leaves into my lap; A note that shouts, "Please am enclosed"; A telegram that heralds "Unto yo a child is born"; A letter that introduces me grace fully as "A good citizen worthy of a stra- er's knowing"; A billet dainty perfumed the whispers musically, "I love you." WOULD hold you As the desert holds the bur- ling sand. I would entice you to me As the desert the caravan. And yet I sit as rigid and silen- and lifeless As a Sphinx, Whose far-off gaze Beholds an oasis Being buried by a raging sar- storm. I would not have you seemy hear Else you may liken it to what it Sphinx sees. THE POETS' CORNER --- Four Leaves of Paper