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VOL. XVIII. NO. 26. A WEEK AMONG EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS VISITS TUSKEGEE AND MEETS MANY PERSONS THERE INTERESTED IN THE WORK OF THE RACE. Finds Noah D. Thompson, Of Chicago, There As Busy As Can Be—Was Formerly A Leading Society Man And Was Also Connected With The United States Express Company—A Visit To Mt. Meigs—Some Of The Students Have Fun At His Expense Before They Know Who He Is. COL. J. O. MIDNIGHT. Columbus, Ga.—Now you see I am in Georgia and if I were not here I would be in another part of the world if I were living, hence you will have to listen to me this week and see what I have been doing. I cannot get over so many representative men and women dying this year. All of this tells me that I am to go too. I could not help but shed a few tears when I heard of the death of Prof. J. P. Shorter, and then came a letter from Jack-on telling me that Hon. E. E. Perkins, of Edwards, Miss secretary and treasurer of the Masonic Benefit Association, was dead. I wonder who will be the next. The Lord hath been good to me and I am still moving. You will recall the last time I took my pen in hand to write to you I was in Birmingham mingling with the doctors and professors. I had the pleasure of being with Dr. A. M. Curtis and to see the good work he is doing. Well this soon ended, and I left there for Selma, Ala., sleeping all the way, and did not get to see much on the way. At Selma I went to Selma University, and had the pleasure of being received by Mrs. R. T. Pollard, the wife of the president and was made welcome. Selma University is doing a great big work and there are great big people connected with it. Leaving Selma University I went to meet the preachers and found them considering great and grave problems. Then I was soon at Payne University because I wanted to see the new president and see what he was doing. I want to congratulate the trustees of Payne for being able to secure the services of one of the greatest educators of our race in this country, Prof. H. E. Archer, M. D., who is also backed by his wife another great educator. This institution is in better condition than it has ever been and more people are attending it. I have told you about Dr. Archer before. He was at Normal for a number of years, and after the death of Prof. Council was elected to the presidency of Payne University. He has put new life into the school as well as new students. He is a natural born college president, and knows his business. Dr. Archer has been able to call around him some good teachers, and they are helping in the great work. I did not get to see the public schools of Solma, because of my limited time, hence I went next to Montgomery, and had the pleasure of going to the home of Chas. Steers. He has purchased a new home on Jackson street, and he is living there. His wife and children were in good health and all glad to see me. The Second Baptist church was destroyed by fire. Dr. Stokes is working hard to erect another one. Many of his friends are going to join him in this work. I could not think of telling you all the people I saw and the friends I met in Montgomery, and will surely say, that I spoke at the Day Street Baptist church and had a nice crowd to hear me. From there I went out in the morning to see the schools. I have been invited from time to time to visit the school known as Mt. Meigs Institute, over which presides Miss Cornelia. Bowen, I met her in Birmingham, because she was vice pres- ident of the State Teachers? Association. It was then I agreed to make the trip on Thursday, and she said she would send over to meet me. I got off of the iron horse feeling that she would be there or would be represented. I waited and waited, but no buggy, so I inquired the way, and was informed that it was about five miles, so I concluded to make the walk. I walked about half way, when I was attracted by a beautiful lawn and house. I saw a number of boys of my race there. so I went over to see what it was, and behold it was Mt Meig's reformatory. I was cordially received, and the superintendent had me to talk to the boys and then sent me to the school. I reached Mt. Meig's Institute about 12:15 and they were at noon recess. A lot of girls saw me coming and walked up and wanted to know who I wanted to see. "I came here to see about getting me some edification." I told them and they told me they would show me to a teacher and all ran off and left me. I reached the school door, and to my surprise, a lady teacher came to the door, and wanted to know what I wanted. I told her the same thing, and I had a magazine in my hand and told her that the white folks had given me my book and I knew my lesson and started to open the magazine. Continued on page 5. CHARLES BANKS TALKS ON BUSINESS Cashier of Mound Bayou Bank Talks To Arkansas State Negro Busi- (Staff Correspondence.) Little Rock; Ark., April 2—Hon. Charles Banks, cashier of the Bank of Mound Bayou, the Negro town founded by Hon. Isaiah T. Montgomery, in Mississippi's richest delta, delivered the tipi ncipal address before the annual convention of the Arkansas State Negro business League, which was in session here last Thursday and Friday. Mr. Banks is president of the Mississippi State Negro Business League, and first vice president of the National Negro Business League, of which Dr. Booker T. Washington is presidene. Mr. Banks talked on business, and there are few men of the race who are more entitled to be heard on this question than he, who is so closely identified with the business interests of Mound Bayon, where everything is controlled by Negroes, from the Mayor of the town down to the lowest person in it. Even the ticket and freight agents are Negroes. Mrs. Banks accompanied her husband, and both were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Bush-during their stay in the city. Mr. Banks will deliver the annual address to the graduating class of Alcorn Agricultural and Mechanical College in May. MOCK CONFERENCE Over Three Hundred Dollars Raised as a Result—Rev. Martin Leaves for Cambride, Md., April 4-The Mock District Conference and Sunday School Convention given here under the direction of the ladies of Bethel A. M. E. Church, was a decided success, resulting in 8331.09 being turned over to the church as the proceeds from the same. All the lady preachers remained over until March 29th, when they were entertained under the auspices of the Jolly Four, with a fine program. The new pastor of Waugh M E Church, Rev. S. S. Jolley, seems to please the congregation. A fine concert was given at the Zion Baptist Church Monday evening by a company of ladies from Baltimore. Master John Miller und. Miss Alice Lewis have returned to school in Washington, after spending the holidays with their parents. Mrs. Lula V. Matthews is in Easton. Mrs. Sarah Clash; of Baltimore, was in the city, this week. Rev. A. L. Martin and family left Wednesday for their new work in Atlantic City. Mrs. Mary C. Gill's and mother Mrs. Christie Waters, left Tuesday, for Salisbury. Mrs Emma V. Thomas, of Hurlock, is visiting Mr. and Mrs. James A. Hughes, of Easton. LEDGER OPPOSED TO ABOLISHING SCHOOL BOARD. OPPOSED TO ABOLISHING SCHOOL BOARD. THE COLORED MEMBERS OF THE BOARD DO NOT WANT TO BE LEGISLATED OUT OF OFFICE. President Taft Invited to Attend Cornor-stone Laying of National Religious Training School At Durham, N. C. — Howard University Wins Annual Debate Over Fisk University—Hon. Henry Lincoln Johnson Guest Of Honor At Stag. Bureau of the Afro-American Ledger 1908 Arctic Avenue. Washington, April 7th—President Taft has been invited to be present at the laying of the corner-stone of the National Training School and Chantaqua, which has been established at Durham, N.C., by Dr. James N. Sheppard, for the moral and industrial education of the Negro. The new $80,000 science hall for Howard University is rapidly approaching completion and the contractors have promised to turn the building over to the school authorities about May 15, six weeks ahead of the allotted time. The building is 155 feet long and 65 feet wide, and is an imposing structure. A party consisting of Dr. and Mrs. A. M. Curtis, Mrs. E. D. Williston and several others; are on a visit to Tuskegee Institute, and are studying social and industrial problems at close range in the South. The delineation of the story of Sampon and Delileh, by James H Hayes, Esq., of Richmond, Va., at the Metropolitan A, M. E. Church. Friday night of last week, was a fine triumph. He was assisted by the well trained choir of the church under the leadership of Prof. John T. Layton. In the annual debate between Howard and Fisk Universities on last Friday night, the question was "Should the United States have an Income Tax?" the Howard students took the affirmative and won out easily. J. H. Morris and William Love represented Howard, and J. E. Allison, J. E. Stamps and Charles Payne represented Fisk. Of course it goes without saying that some one would endeavor in some way to do honor to the latest acquisition to the "Georgia Colony" which by the way is quite numerous here, and so an informal stag was was given at the home of Mr. Thomas M. Dent and former postmaster, L. Hottin, 1311 T street, N.W., in honor of Col. Henry Lincoln Johnson, the newly appointed Recorder of Deeds, for the District of Columbia. Quite a number of distinguished men were present. Prof. Roscoe Conklin Bruce makes definite announcement that he is not a candidate for the Haitian mission now held by Dr. H W. Furuiss, of Indiana. The colored members of the local Board of Education are opposed to Peters bill, which proposes to abolish the Board and substitute a Director of Education at a salary of $7,000 per annum. The members are serving without salary on the present Board, but with teem it is a labor of love, and they think the responsibilities of administration had better be shared by a number of public-spirited citizens than concentrated in one individual. The colored members of the Board, are Mrs. Mary Church Terrell. Lawyer R. R. Horner and Dr. W. V. Tunnel. Howard University's Carnegie Library is to be dedicated April 25th. Among th-speakers will be President Taft, Andrew Carnegie, Ambassador James Bryce and Herbert Pitnam, Librarian of Congress. At night, Dr. Frank W. Gun-au-us, of Chicago, will lecture on "Lyrical Interpretation of Life." Miss Henrietta Vinton Davis; the popular eloquentist, is filling a series or successful engagements in Richmond, Va., this week. LY, Hopewell and daughter, little Miss Hilda, have returned to their home in Martinsburg, after a week's visit to her mother. Miss Emily Smith has returned home from Johnstown, Pa., where she spent the winter. Mrs. Myria Smith is sick at her home on S. Main street. Rev. L. A. Carter who has been the pastor of John Mann M. E. church has been sent back for another year by the Washington Annual Conference which met recently at Pittsburg, Pa. A grand literary and musical concert was held at St. Paul's A. M. E. church which was quite successful. ATTORNEY MARSHALL REFUSES TO PLEAD Holds That the Instructions From The Secretary Of War Were Against The Accused. (Special to the Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, April 5—The movement of Attorney N. B. Marshall in refusing to plead in the case of the soldiers alleged to have been implicated in the Brownsville "shoot-up," created something of a sensation; but is pretty generally approved by the experienced lawyers of the District; who say that, under the circumstances, there was little else he could do. Corr. A. S. Daggott, for the accused men, delivered a strong argument, basing his demand for acquittal on the old-fashioned concession that any man is presumed to be innocent until proven guilty, and it is better that 100 guilty men escape than that one be made to suffer unjustly. The decision is now in the hands of the Court and a final report is expected at an early date. Attorney Marshall who has given much of his time to the case for the past three years, is silent as to what action he will take in the event of his clients' conviction. A MONUMENT TO JOHN BROWN To Be Erected On The Campus Of The Western University (Staff Correspondence.) Quindaro, Kansas, April 5.—In June 1909 the Bishops and Presiding Elders of the Fifth Episcopal District, presided over by Bishop Grant, of the A. M. E. church, resolved to build a monument in commemoration of the life and services of John Brown, who was executed fifty years ago, in Charleston, W. Va., eight miles from Harpers Ferry, where he and a number of Negroes made the first attempt for freedom. This monument is expected to be dedicated in June of the present year, and there is still quite a sum needed towards the completion of the monument. The first donation came from the members of the Imperial Council A. A. S. O Masonry, which was holding its sessions in Kansas City, Kansas, last October. This movement should have the liberal support it deserves and any one desiring to contribute, no matter how much or little is requested to send the same with their names and address to Bishop A. Grant, 532 Washington Building, Kansas City, Kansas. REV. DR. WEAVER INSTALLED As Paston of the Senate Ave. Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis Indianapolis, Ind., April 7.—Rev. Dr William H Weaver, former pastor of the Madison Street Presbyterian church Baltimore, was recently formally installed as pastor of the Senate Avenue Presbyterian church, this city. Salisbury, Md., April 6 - The new pastor, Rev. R. G. Waters, received a very pleasant reception here on his appointment to this place succeeding Rev. C. T. Spriggs. The Sunday School held its annual Easter exercises and a large congregation was present. The new pastor begins the new year under very pleasant conditions. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE LIBERIAN COMMISSION TRANSMITTED TO CONGRES BY PRESIDENT TAFT WITH HIS RECOMMENDA TIONS ON SAME Government Preparing To Send Another Gunboat To Liberian Waters To Look After The Situation—Lieutenant. Davis To Organize An Adequate Constabulary Force—United States Will Probably Have A Coaling Station On The Liberian Coast. Bureau of the AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER 1918 11th St. N. W. Washington, April 6—Liberia has occupied a large space in the public eye within the past fortnight. The current dispatches have told of the outbreak of the natives near Cape Palmas against the general government, and of the hurried departure of the cruiser Birmingham to the scene, to assist the administration of President Barclay to preserve order and to prevent foreign encroachments upon Liberian territory under the cover of apparent civil war. The seriousness of the situation, as reported from the African Republic, seems to have warranted the sending of another gunboat to the Liberian coast, and a second vessel is being placed in commission, at Hampton Roads for a relief expedition. As is well-known the United States is intervening in this matter by virtue of a treaty permitting such aid, entered into in 1862. The report of the Liberian Commission, named by President Taft, to make a thorough investigation of conditions existing in the country across the sea, has been the subject of general discussion during the past week, both in Congress and out. The recommendations of the Commission transcribed to Congress by President Taft with a special message of approval, were in substance, as follows: 1. That the United States extend aid to Liberia in the settlement of pending boundary disputes. 2. That the United States enable Liberia to refund its debt by assuming as a guarantee for the payment of obligations under such an arrangement the control and collection of the Liberian customs. 3. That the United States lend its assistance in the reform and internal finances. 4. That the United States lend its aid in organizing and drilling an adequate constabulary or police force. 5. That the United States establish a research station in Liberia. Describing the unfavorable attitude of the foreign powers toward Liberia and showing how Liberia's re-ources and financial interests, as well as the inequality of her domain, were menaced by covetous European governments, the Commission concludes its report with this summary of the case: "The logic of the situation in the minds of the Liberians points therefore to the United States as the only country that can give them effective aid." Of all Liberia's friends, she alone is open to no ulterior designs upon Liberia, and she alone can give assurances to Great Britain, France and Germany that the legitimate interests of those countries in Liberia, whatever they may be, will not be placed in jeopardy by her actions." The popular judgment in Washington is that the situation is hopeless for the little nation, unless the United States stops in and solves her problems for her—and this is pretty sure to be done. Washington, D., C., April 6. The latest is that Mr. J. C. Napier's name will go to the Senate, at an early date for "something big" in the Federal of face line. Mr. Napier's friends say however, that he has given no one authority for the impression that he is a candidate for any place, now held by a colored man. Mr. Napier's backing is as strong as that ever brought forward by a colored aspirant for official honors and will surprise; somebody when "the cat is out of the bag." The Pleasant Weather Was An Inducement For A Large Attendance. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Pocomoke City, April 5—Sunday was Stewards' Day at St. John's A. M. E. church, and as the weather was pleasant, quite a large congregation was present to listen to a very stirring sermon by the pastor, Rev. J. D. Banks. Pocomoke Lodge. No. 3573 of the G. U. O. of O. F. will give a banquet at their Temple on April 11th. Prof. Hawkins, of Philadelphia, gave a moving picture entertainment at St. John's church before a large audience. There will be a marriage at Trinity M. E. church on Wednesday at 10 A.M. The contracting parties are Miss Mary Estella Robbins to Mr. John Wesley Dickerson. They will leave on the noon train for Philadelphia, where they will reside in the future. CLOSING OF AN OLD LANDMARK Sumner Cottage An old sort For Colored Fully dilate Closes Its Doors in a fancy ter Many Years he, to be add that (Special to the Afro-American and Atlantic City, April 6.—Atlantic and its Easter guests have another week of beautiful sun- temperature near summer, he spring costumes were worn, wraps or furs. All trains com- during the week were crowded an board walk parade on Sunday was a rivial to Easter Sunday. Miss Susie F. Taylor of Philadelphia spent the Easter holidays at the shore the guest of Mrs. Archie B. Younger 1927 Arctic avenue. She returns to her home much benefitted by the trip. Rev. W. H. Batchelor one of Zion's pastors but now of Godwin St. A. M. E. church, Paterson, writes us, of the success of their annual fair which ran only seven days and netted the church $615 34 after all expenses were paid. This vast sum in such a short time far excels any undertaking of its kind in the history of the church. With the sale of the Sumner cottage 1520 Arctic avenue, for years conducted by Nathan White, a pioneer citizen of Atlantic City, another old landmark of the resort closes its doors. Sumner cottage founded by the late Mrs. Lizzie Burton, aunt of Mrs. White opened its doors, for business in the early 760s and with the Clinton cottage and Havelow house were the only places on the island to take summer guests. Mr. White will now give his whole time to the Southern cafe and its growing trade. Dr. F. J. Handy and family are now residing at the Villa Apartments 1000 Arctic avenue. Rev. A. L. Martin of Cambridge, Md., is the newly appointed pastor, Asbury church, N. Michigan avenue. Zion's fair came to a close last week after a successful run of 15 days. Mrs. K. L. Swanson daughter of the late Bishop Clinton of the Zion Wesley confection is quite ill at her residence the Ripple Villa. Atlantic City. Over 800 people crowded Fitzgerald's Auditorium Sunday to attend the annual memorial service of the Knights of Lythias which was authorized by the Supreme Lodge and is to be held every year. Rev. White. of Shiloh church Trenton, preached the sermon. Music was furnished by St. James' choir and Miss Rosa V. Lee was the soloist of the evening. On the stage seated with General Davidson were the following members of his staff: Col, Geo, Emeroy, ColJ W. Dowling, Inspector General, BenJ. Fitzgerald, last Chancellor George Walls and C. D. Lipscomb. Washington, D. C.; April 6—Roy Dr. W. Hays, former pastor of Ames Memorial, M. E. Church, Baltimore preached his first sermon at M. Zion M. E. church Sunday morning. Dr. Hays will receive a salary of $1,200. Announcement Extraordinary A New Suburb for Colored People CHERRY HEIGHTS ON THE BELAIR ROAD From 10 A.M. to 6.30 P.M. Each Day THE CHERRY HEIGHTS REAL secured a tract of land on the Belair ing lots of moderate size, is now en on the same, and is ready to offer Baltimore at reasonable prices and minutes of the centre of the city. HEIGHTS REALTY AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY has land on the Belair Road and has sub-divided the same into build- size, is now engaged in grading streets, planting shade trees ready to offer these splendid lots to the colored people of valuable prices and on the most reasonable terms. Within 30里 of the city. THE CHERRY HEIGHTS REALTY AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY has secured a tract of land on the Belair Road and has sub-divided the same into building lots of moderate size, is now engaged in grading streets, planting shade trees on the same, and is ready to offer these splendid lots to the colored people of Baltimore at reasonable prices and on the most reasonable terms. Within 30 minutes of the centre of the city. S. V. Already a Suburb This neighborhood is in the process of daily development and is inhabited by a thrifty class of people. Good Water and every facility of the most advanced suburban settlement. The most beautiful plot of land on the Belair Road. Highly elevated, perfectly level. These lots fronting on Fullerton Avenue are equal to ROLAND PARK in beauty. Come and see it yourself. There is no location so near the city that has ever been offered to our people. They can be bought on reasonable terms at very low prices for those who take the advantage to buy now. These lots will go up in prices double to what they are now. Growth Baltimore is growing and she is growing fast. Already her residential districts are crowded and her busy people are forced to seek places for homes in the suburbs. They are investing in lots for these homes outside, where they will have room for constructing houses of their own taste. OWNERSHIP OF LANDS makes you independent for life. First, establish your income of an ENHANCING VALUE. Lay this foundation close to the soil, and especially where values are sure to increase. Direct ownership of land is desired for three chief reasons. 1st, On account of natural resources as in timber or minerals. 2nd, On account of productivity under'agriculture. 3rd, On account of suitability as a site for a home or a shop or some form of industrial or commercial activity. The land owned by THE CHERRY HEIGHTS REALTY AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY presents a fine location as a home site. Nothing better can be found within a 5 cent carfare and so near a large city of 600,000 people. TERMS EXTRA SPECIAL!!!! IT IS WORTH $5.00 TO YOU. Persons Paying ==$20.00 on Monday, May 2nd, the first day of the sale will be credited with $25.00 as first payment THIS COUPON IS NOT GOOD ON TUESDAY, MAY 3rd. NAME ADDRESS. Cherry Heights Realty & Co ERNEST. J. JONES, President. EARLY G. LANE, Vic Telep s Realty @ Construction Co., 17 E. Saratoga St nt. EARLY G. LANE, Vice Pres. JOSIAH DIGGS, Treas. HAWKINS & McMECHEN, Gen'l Counsel Telephone 3281 St. Paul Cherry Heights Realty @ Construction Co., 17 E. Saratoga St ERNEST. J. JONES, President. EARLY G. LANE, Vice Pres. JOSIAH DIGGS, Treas. HAWKINS & McMECHEN, Gen'l Counsel Telephone 3281 St. Paul Cash advanced to Build The question of building a house on your lot has been solved. As we furnish plans and specifications for your approval, and construct you a building in a thorough workman like manner with every modern improvement, consistent with a suburban home. First Class Settlement Location Growth Ownership of Lands No Ground Rents Why spend the rest of your life fighting and fretting about Ground Rents when you can own your ground at Cherry Heights where Ground Rents are unknown Already a Suburb This property of ours is already a suburb of Baltimore. Every car in the city transfers to the Belair Road car with a 5 cent carfare. This is why we have called it one of the most beautiful SUB-DIVISIONS that was ever offered or will ever be offered to our people. They are deprived of all opportunities for purchasing building lots where accessibility to the city is so convenient and inexpensive. Don't be Shoved Back Why accept a lot with a 10 or 20 cent carfare when THE CHERRY HEIGHTS REALTY AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY'S lots can be reached by a FIVE CENT CARFARE. So we say to you, whatever you may have had in contemplation just come to CHERRY HEIGHTS and see these lots on our sale days, which will be on Monday and Tuesday, May 2nd and 3rd. from 10 A. M. to 6.30 P. M. Investment These lots will increase at a greater rate than 10 per cent. per annum. Dimensions 40x150 feet or six thousand square feet to a lot, leaving a large yard in the rear of your lot for the raising of chickens if desired. TERMS These lots ranging in prices from $150.00 to $450.00 are just HALF THEIR ACTUAL VALUE. A small cash payment of $10 down and $1.25 per week. NO TAXES, NO INTEREST UNTIL LOTS ARE PAID FOR. How to Get to Cherry Heights Take any City Line and transfer to BELAIR ROAD CAR and ride to its terminus, and our representative will meet you. It is only two blocks from the cars. That it requires more than rent to buy a home and that is true—but not through us. We buy for you the home in which you live or anyone you like better and you can pay us in monthly payments as easy as rent. We have homes for sale, all sizes, locations and prices. EPHRAIM MACHT REAL ESTATE AND BANKING Macht Building, FELIX B. PYE, Sr. 102 E. Mulberry St. Near Calvert BOTH PHONES—C. & P. Mt. Veron 3603 Md. Courtland 1826. No branch offices. Not connected with any other firm. No Agents. A reward will be offered to anyone who detects any person doing business under the name of Felix B. Pye, Sr. Baltimore's Leading Undertaker 506 ROGERS AVE. Expert Embalming, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Funerals a Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages for hire for all occasions. Both Phones. Day or Night. PARLORS—141 W. HILL STREET, 826 DRUID HILL AVENUE. Hacks for all Occasions. lex. Hemsley, Funeral Director and Embracer. Fish to announce to the generous public that I am still doing by my old stand, 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Thanking the public for our years and hoping for a continuance of the same. Carriage for buildings, parties and funerals, and special attention given to all for night. Yours, ALEX. HEMSLEY, P. Phone: 585 Y-Madison. Mt. Vernon 2578 Main Office. Alex. Hemsley, Funeral Director and Embalmer Wish to announce to the generous public that I am still doing business at my old stand, 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. Carriage for hire for weddings, parties and funerals, and special attention given to all orders day or night. Yours, ALEX. HEMSLEY, Safety B. Phore, 585 K. Madison, Mt. Vernon 2578 Main Office. T. G. MARSHALL PROCERIES & PROVISIONS Butter, Eggs and Poultry C. & P. Phone, Mt. Vernon 793-R 35 Dolphin St., Cor. Division U CAN MAKE MONE A PLAN WHEREBY Every Boy in Baltimore Can Make Money. nally supposed that YOUR UNCLE SAM NLY PERSON in this country that has the KE MONEY, and possibly he has, but to be in a position to show any num LING BOYS not only the way to It is generally supposed that YOUR UNCLE SAMUEL is the ONLY PERSON in this country that has the right to MAKE MONEY, and possibly he has, but we assume to be in a position to show any number of HUSTLING BOYS not only the way to MAKE MONEY but to make GOOD MONEY at that Now if you are a HUSTLER and WANT TO MAKE MONEY and make it fast, all you have got to do is to call at the Afro-American Office, 307 St. Paul St., Saturday morning get a bundle of The Afro-American Ledgers and go out and sell them, and any SMART BOY OR GIRL can do that. We do not want you unless you can HUSTLE. Dull boys and girls need not come around. Many of our HUSTLERS ARE MAKING GOOD MONEY, and if you do not believe it just ask them. We have a lot of good live hustling fellows working for us, no, for themselves, and you can do the same. Girls can do as well as boys. Don't Cost You A Cent To Try It. Call at the Afro-American Office and let us explain how you can make real good money. Best chance in Baltimore. St. Paul 2370. FELIX 12 E. Muller FUNE BOTH PHONES- branch offices. Board will be offered ROBERT Baltimore 50 Robert Embalming Specialty. Ruh Both H JOHN UNEX PARLORS H lex. H. lish to announce old stand, 578 ands hoping for ings, parties and n night. Yours, P. Phone: 585 Y. GROC But C. 535 YOU C HAVE A P generally sur the ONLY P to MAKE M sume to be HUSTLING MONEY but if you are MONEY and to call at the GEORGE H. HOLLAND, Manager. Liberia Needs Strong Backing Hard Pressed by Internal Dangers and Threatened With Outside Opposition, the Little African Republic Is Well Nigh Hopeless—Commissioners' Report Not Optimistic. Perhaps no state paper of national or international importance in recent years has given rise to as much conjecture and widespread interest among Afro-Americans in the United States as has the long looked for report of the American commission which was sent to Liberia in the spring of 1000 to investigate and report on the general condition of affairs in that little republic. Upon three distinct occasions during the year the aforesaid interest was intensified, but without any definite information as to the actual work or accomplishments of the commissioners. The first was when the commissioners returned to the United States, the second was the return of United States Minister Ernest Lyon and, third, when congress convened last December. The report has at last been made public. Pressed upon one side by France and beset by Great Britain upon the other, Liberia, the little Negro republic of Africa, is between two millstones which threaten to grind it off the map unless the nation has the support of some power commensurate in strength with Great Britain and France. This is one of the principal conclusions expressed in the report of the American commission to Liberia, which was transmitted to congress by President Taft with a special message on Saturday, March 26. After reviewing the internal dangers which threaten Liberia as well as those which crowd upon her from the outside, the report recommends: That the United States extend its aid to Liberia in the prompt settlement of her boundary disputes. That the United States enable Liberia to refund its debt by assuming, as a guarantee for the payment of obligations under such an arrangement, the control and collection of Liberian customs. That the United States lend its assistance to the reform of the internal finances. That the United States aid in organizing and drilling a competent constab- LIBERIAN COMMISSIONERS FAULKNER, SCOTT AND SALE. LIBERIAN COMMISSIONERS FAULKNER, SCOTT AND SALE. ulary or frontier police, establish and maintain a research station and reopen the question of establishing a naval coaling station in Liberia. For what it has been able to accomplish the government of the little republic and those responsible for its rule are commended 'highly by the commission. The Liberians have advanced in their civilization, and the native element has not undergone any retrogression. The civilization of the nation has also done much toward advancing the tribes, the commission says. Attention is called to the fact that the Liberians never have resorted to revolution, and the nation is not, as has been said, bankrupt. Liberia, while attempting to solve her internal problems, has become involved in external ones which are very threatening to her integrity. The reform program adopted upon the advice of Great Britain is condemned by the commission, and the causes are described in the report as "the bungling of British officials in 1909," which resulted in a frontier police officered largely by British. That feature the commission declares impossible for the good of Liberia. In summarizing the conditions there the commission says that help from the United States is demanded, as Great Britain and France are not in a position to give disinterested assistance. Suggestions have also been made to the Liberian government by the commission, but the whole situation is summed up as very hopeless for the little nation unless the United States steps in and helps her out. The commission was composed of the Hons. Roland P. Faulkner, oaalrman; Emmett J. Scott and George Sale. Students Crowd Howard University. The catalogue of Howard university for 1009-10 shows an enrollment of 1,251 students from thirty-five states and territories and twelve foreign countries. The international character of the university is shown in the enrollment of eighty-five students from the British West Indies, seven from Cuba, five from British Guiana, eight from Porto Rico, three each from the republic of Panama and South America, two each from Liberia, South Africa, and West Africa and one each from Dutch Guinea, India and Santo A. M. E. CHURCH EXTENSION. Annual Meeting of the Board In Washington April 20. The eighteenth annual meeting of the board of church extension of the African Methodist Episcopal church will be held in Washington Wednesday, April 20. This board is without doubt the most important agency of its and for the financial betterment of the denomination and has during its existence lent thousands to churches needing help. According to its last annual report, the board has assets amounting to $819,601.85, $119,700 of which is in real estate. For the past ten years the Rev. Dr. B. F. Watson has been secretary of the board. Dr. Watson is one of the best equipped of the many veteran M. B. REV. DR. B. F. WATSON. workers in the A. M. E. church and has fostered prominent churches in various sections of the country. Bishop W. B. Derrick of Flushing, N. Y., is president of the board. The other members are: First episcopal district, Rev. R. C. Ransom, New York city; second, Rev. R. H. W. Leek, Raleigh, N. C.; third, Rev. D. S. Bentley, Pittsburg; fourth, Rev. D. P. Roberts, Chicago; fifth, Rev. J. C. Owens, Denver; sixth, Rev. M. Smith, Savannah, Ga.; seventh, Rev. Bruce Williams, Charleston, S. C.; eighth, Rev. S. B. Felder, Greenville, Miss.; ninth, Rev. J. I. Lowe, Blue Bluff, Ark.; tenth, Rev. T. T. Washington, Houston, Tex.; eleventh, Rev. R. B. Brooks, Jacksonville, Flin., and twelfth, Rev. E. W. Williams, Birmingham, Ala. THE LAW UPHELD BY JUSTICE FORD. Race Prejudice Given Slap In the Face. New York Court Turns Down Southern White Man. Undue extremes to which some southern white men in the north carry their personal race prejudice against the Negro are constantly being enacted. The latest and most disgraceful affair of this kind was exhibited in the supreme court in New York on Friday, March 25, when one Leroy Bowers, a southern white man, refused to serve as a juror in a case because Walter E. Douglas, a Negro, was on the jury in the same case and its foreman. The suit on trial was that of Paul E. Richter against Bernard Rust to recover $1,000 for commissions alleged to be due over a real estate deal. Charles L. Hoffman, counsel for Richter, had commenced to question the members of the panel, who had taken their seats in the box, when Bowers got up and, addressing Justice Ford, who presided, said: "Your honor, I see there is a Negro on this jury. I am a southerner. All my education, training and instincts are against associating with Negroes. I notice that that man" (here Bowers indicated Douglas) "is a Negro. I therefore beg to be excused from serving on this case." Justice Ford appeared to be angry. Addressing Bowers, he said: "You are unfit for jury service either in this case or in this court. You are excused not only from this case, but for the rest of the term. A man who expresses your views is not fit for jury service." We commend Justice Ford for his manly action and timely rebuke to Bowers, and we would advise all such persons who live in the north to change their residence as quickly as possible to some other section of the country where justice is meted out according to their personal dislikes for the Negro rather than according to law. Important Event for Savannah The next annual convention of the State Association of Physicians, Dentists and Pharmacists will convene in Savannah, Ga., on Tuesday, May 17. Dr. George N. Stoney, president of the association, is urging every member of the organization to be present at the coming session and says: "Georgia must continue to lead. Let everybody come." Sunday Schools to Meet In New York The New England Baptist Sunday school convention. N. Barnett Dodson, president, will hold its seventeenth annual session with the Sunday school of the Abyssinian Baptist church, 242-244 West Fortieth street, New York, beginning Tuesday morning, May 31, and concluding at noon Wednesday, INTERNATIONAL LESSON COMMENTS FOR APRIL 10. Subject: The Mission of the Twelve, Matt. 9:35; 10:15, 40, 42 Commit Verses 9:37, 38. GOLDEN TEXT.—"Freely ye have received, freely give." Matt. 10:2. TIME.—Spring, A. D. 29. PLACE.—Galllee. EXPOSITION.—I. Jesus Sending Forth Those Who Have Learned of Him to Minister to the Spiritual and Physical Needs of the Masses, 10:1-8. Jesus made choice of these twelve men after a night spent in prayer (Lu. 6:12, 13). There was great diversity among them in temperament, previous history and native ability. They are an impressive illustration of the different types of men Jesus can use for His work. Matthew is the only evangelist who in his list of apostles records the fact that he belonged to a despised class, the publicans. The other three cover this fact up. Matthew humbly writes the fact, and thus magnifies the grace of God in calling him. In each of the lists Judas Iscariot is mentioned last, and his disgrace as "the traitor" is noted in each. The apostles are grouped in twos in the lists. The method followed in the grouping is worthy of study. The most difficult question that arises in regard to the choosing and sending of the twelve, is why Jesus chose and sent out Judas Iscariot. It seems hardly sufficient to answer that it had been predicted in the O. T. that one of His immediate circle would betray Ps. (Ps. 41:9, 55:12-14), and that, therefore, chose Judas, whom He knew to be a John (John 6:70, 71), in order to fulfill this prophecy. The simplest and most natural explanation seems to be, that Judas had qualities that would have admirably fitted him for a place in the apostolic company and the leadership of the early church, if they had been sanctified. Grace gave him the great opportunity, but he hardened his heart and brought upon himself the greater condemnation and infamy. The twelve were prepared for the work by the Lord's imparting to them power to do it (cf. Acts 14:5, 8). The commission was at this time to Israel alone. The middle wall of partition was not yet broken down (Eph. 2:12-17). After the cross the commission widens (Acts 1:8). The apostles had a five-fold commission—preach, heal the sick, cleanse lepers, raise the dead, cast out demons. This is substantially the business of the missionary of Christ at home and abroad to-day. Our mission is to soul and body, but Christ puts the spiritual need first. But the church has a manifest mission to the sick, etc., but it is moral "lepers" that it is our first duty to cleanse, and those "dead in trespasses and sins" that it is our most important mission to raise. It is to be noted that this work of healing was to be "free." Any "divine healer" or "Christian Scientist" who serves for his services, thereby shows the cloven foot. And how about the preacher who will declare the glorious gospel only on condition of being paid so much? Jesus must have been divine if He could bestow such powers upon others (v. 1). It is evident that demoniacal possession is something more than a mere form of disease; for Jesus carefully distinguishes between casting out demons and "all manner of diseases" and "all manner of sickness." Every kind of disease and sickness was to yield to the power of the Apostles. These powers were not confined to the twelve Apostles (Luke 10:9-19; Mark 16:17, 18; 1 Cor. 12:9; Jas. 5:15). We do not hear much of most of these men after Christ's death, but that does not at all prove that their work was insignificant. Most of these men were called from the lowliest positions in society. The substance of their teaching was to be "the kingdom of heaven is at hand." John and Jesus had begun their ministry with the same message (ch. 3:2; 4:17). And Jesus gave the same message to the seventy (Luke 10:9). II. How the Twelve Were to Conduct Their Ministry, 9-15. The twelve were to make no provision for the necessities of their journey. They were laboring for God, and the laborer is worthy of his food, and the One for Whom they were laboring would see that they got it. They were to go light weighted; many an ambassador for Christ to-day is impaired in efficiency by the amount of baggage he carries (2 Tim. 2:4). The exact letter of these instructions is not binding upon ambassadors of Christ at all times (cf. Luke 22:35, 36), but the spirit is. Though they carried so little with them God never suffered them to lack nor go hungry (Luke 22:35). The obedient, faithful servant of Christ will always be provided for. They were to seek out diligently worthy persons (not rich persons) with whom to stop, and there they were to abide. They must not squander time in going from house to house to eat. The fare might be plain, but they must not look for fine fare. They need not feel like beggars, for they were worthy of their hire (cf. Luke 10:7). Their first thought on entering the home should be for the good of the home, and not for the comfort of self (v. 12; cf. Luke 10:5, 6). Their benediction would be full of power; if the house was worthy, their peace would come upon it. If the house was not worthy the benediction would not be lost, for it would come back again and bless them. True prayers are never lost. It was their own peace that the twelve were to impart (v. 13). When they were not received in any city, they were to go out into the streets in the most public, expressive and impressive way show their utter separation from it and its impending doom. They were not even to let its dust stick to their feet. Thus were they to testify to it of God's utter abhorrence of its deeds (cf. Luke 9:5). Responsibility, guilt and punishment are measured by the amount of light that one sins against (v. 15). The government of Venezuela connection with the Compania A. lima Dg Navegacion Fluvials, Coslora da Venezuela, has decided to tablish wireless stations of the Forest system at Pampatar, Coach and Araya, Margarita Island, and on board the steamer Venezuela of the company. The apparatus has been ordered from the United States. News paper is made by machinery at the rate of from 150 to 400 feet a minute, according to width and quality. 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The enormous sums claimed by the rulers and dignitaries of the Old World evidenced a greed for gold quite equal to that which we have developed; and there is a tone that is funny in the criticisms of American avarice by the trifity keepers of pensions, restaurants and hotels, and by relic peddlers and various schools of professional swindlers and beavers in other countries, and even by imported lecturers who actually dilate over our avarice in cheap lectures for which we have paid them a fancy price! We are an avaricious people, to be sure, but it is just as well to add that avarice is a world-wide aliment and always has been such. There are victims of avarice to be found everywhere, as well as a few men and women who are not so greedy. The love of money is the same sort of root the world over—Dallas News. The Immortal Fount. A truly eloquent parson had been preaching for an hour or so, on the immortality of the soul. "I looked at the mountains," he declaimed, "and could not help thinking: 'Beautiful as you are, you will be destroyed, while my soul will not.' I gazed upon the ocean and cried: 'Might as you are you will eventually dry up, but not I!'"—Exohange. The recent completion of a 10,000-foot tunnel through the Andes has permitted a railroad to have an unbroken line from Buenos Ayres on one edge of the continent to Valparaiso on the other. ROSY COLOR Produced by Postum. "When a person rises from each meal with a ringing in the ears and a general sense of nervousness, it is a common habit to charge it to a deranged stomach. "I found it was caused from drinking coffee, which I never suspected for a long time, but found by leaving off coffee that the disagreeable feelings went away. "I was brought to think of the subject by getting some Postum and this brought me out of trouble. 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They are genuine, true, and full of human interest. THE FRO=American-Ledger, Published Every Saturday AT THE FRO=AMERICAN BUILDING, 307 Saint Paul Street. BY THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO. J. H. MURPHY, Manager. UP-TOWN OFFICE: 1320 Druid Hill Avenue. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year.....One Dollar Two Months.....Fifty Cents Three Months.....Twenty-five Cents Single Copy.....Three Cents Postage Prepaid by Publishers. Entered at the Baltimore, Post Office second-class matter. We are not responsible for the turn or preservation of unsolicited contributions on any subject. All articles sent to this office for publication, must have the writer's signature or otherwise such article will be ignored. Churches and others having news notices will please have the same in the office by Thursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communications in the office by noon Wednesdays. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE FRO-AMERICAN LEDGER, 807 St. Paul street, Baltimore, Md. Advertising rates, made known non application. All Checks, Money Orders and rafts should be made payable to The fro-American Co. MD. PHONE 5891 W. C. & P. PHONE, ST. PAUL 8864 M. BALTIMORE, APRIL 9, 1910. At last the worst has come that possibly could come, and yet with it here comes a ray of hope that the demies of the race have so far over stepped themselves that what they have wrought may be the means to the end of disfranchisement all over the South. The pendulum having reached its utmost limit always returns to its centre before making its return to the other side. We believe the limit has been reached and here seems to us to be a brighter dawning. But whether it will dawn soon or not, seems to us to largely depends upon ourselves. The time is now ripe for a protest and a protest where protesting will do the most good. It is all well enough for us to watch and wait developments, but it is also the part of wisdom on our part to help bring developments along a little faster man probably they otherwise would come. The final resort is the United States Supreme Court, and there are times when even this august body must no longer wink at evations of the Constitution of the United States, even though it may think good may come from itsinking. This Court must be reached and in order to do so it will make money and a good deal of it. How is this to be done? We make the following proposition: Let every Negro in this State, man, woman and child over ten years of age make a contribution, from five cents up and as much as they can afford to give. Let every church and society organization make a contribution from its funds, and tie it when this shall have reached a sufficient sum, let one or more of the best constitutional lawyers in the country be procured and then take up the case and continue until the court of last resort shall finally determine whether we are citizens with all the rights and privileges belonging to citizens or not. Let the matter be determined one way or the other so that this unrest may be finally and forever settled. We would also suggest that the followed named gentlemen act as a committee to take charge of the funds so raised and deposit them in some substantial banking institution until the sum necessary for the purpose shall have been raised: Mr. James W. Hugnes, Mr. William H. Bishop, Rev. Harvey Johnson, Rev. J. Z. Johnson, Dr. Winfield Winsey, Dr. W. T. Oarr, Mr. W. A. Hawkins, C. C. Fitzgerald, of Baltimore; Mr. W. H. Bates, of Annapolis; Mr. William Cooper, of Cumberland, and Mr. Cyrus H. St. Clair, of Cambridge. These gentle could organize and then add to their committee as many others as they might deem wise and expedient. We have not consulted any one of them, but we know that they represent the best there is of us, and if we cannot have cidence in them we cannot have confidence in any one. Will these gentlemen come forward and announce through the columnsof this paper their intention to take hold and carry this matter to a successful conclusion. Not only this but the Afro-American papers throughout the North and West, could help us make the fight by opening their columns to subscriptions for this purpose as well as the papers of the South. This fight would determined the condition of the Negro in Mississippi as well as in Maryland, and it would be as much for their benefit as for ours. Why cannot we have a pull, a strong pull, a long pull and a pull together for manhood rights? Will you help? We mean you who are reading these lines. If so get up and go to work and let us show that we are men deserving all the rights and privileges of all other men, of whatever nation, race or color. Now is the ehe time. The Civil War stopped at the borders of Pennsylvania. Disfranchisement has reached the same place. Let us make a Gettysburg of it and drive back disfranchisement, and as the battle of Gettysburg was the death knell of slavery so let this battle be the death knell of disfranchisement. Mr. Washington never spoke a truer word that when he gave utterance to the phrase that in order for one man to keep another in the gutter he must stay down there with him. This was more than exemplified when the last legislature passed the now infamous Digges law. No man but those who were willing to place themselves on the very lowest level of humanity would willingly have stoop to vote for such a measure. In order to keep the Negro down they must needs put themselves in the position of falsifiers of their oaths which they took when they were sworn in as lawmakers for the State which elected them. They proved themselves traitors to the government under which they live and to which they owe allegiance. As a matter of fact they have placed themselves, they, the lawmakers, in the attitude of lawbreakers and thus rendered themselves liable to the penalty attached to lawbreaking. If this is not staying down in the gutter with the other fellow we do not know what it is. A TEMPQRARY DEFEAT WHICH MEANS PERMANENT VICTORY. Our own people throughout the country have all along displayed such courage, good nature and good cheer during the past half of a century, that we feel sure that far from being disheartened by the present trial of their faith, they will become even more resolute and hopeful, with respect to the final outcome of the controversy now raised by the "Digges Bill." No doubt the gang of Democratic politicians who lately assembled at Annapolis were more concerned about political plunder than they were exercised about cleansing the electorate of this State. Our disfranchisement, at least for a period, became a necessity incidental to their obtaining the "goods." The men lately at Annapolis, or a considerable number of them, were anxious to obtain the "stuff." and the presence of the Negro as a voter seemed to constitute the most formidable obstacle between them and the "spoils," and hence, the difficulty must be removed at any cost, despite the inevitable consequences. Upon the assumption then that Governor Crother will sign the measure of Negro confiscation commonly known as the "Digges Bill," ours will be the task of serving by patiently waiting for the hour of deliverance into a fuller and more complete enjoyment of all of the fruits of citizenship. By the provisions of the iniquitous measure, there will be a new registration of all the persons in the State of Maryland possessing the qualification of a white skin. The names of all others, according to the requirements of that instrument, will find no place on the books of registration of this State. The effect of all this will be a temporary establishment of the old bourbon ring, in complete control both in city and State, with all of the offices and the expenditure of the millions of dollars for the various public improvements already projected. Just how this part of the program may be averted is not yet plain to us. But it hardly needs to be said that if the substantial, thrilty and right minded citizens of Maryland, of the dominant race, can sustain under the ills and inconveniences created by such a situation, then certainly we can hope to still move and live and have our being, until the day of our deliverance shall appear. The extreme radical nature of the measure will accomplish, what, possible a lass radical measure would fail to do. Such a situation will bring clearly to mind the necessity as well as the wisdom of manhood suffrage, as indicated in the supreme law of the land, which just now is so audaciously defied by those who would have it otherwise. It will also eloquently argue the extreme necessity of the State, as a whole, doing all within their power to render more efficient and more capable all of its men for the exercise of the privilege of the suffrage. And, it will also contribute to accelerate the heroic efforts that we, as a people, have made all along, to thoroughly equip ourselves for every civil duty and responsibility. And, at last, but not least, it will result in a new allignment upon our part in all State and local elections. Possibly, nothing short of such an ocular demonstration could convey the needed lesson and emphasis. Regardless of party affiliation, there must be upon the part of Negroes, whether on "Independent Democratic" tickets, "Citizens Movements" or what not, warm, hearty and general support of those white men, of such high class, character and intelligence, as constitute in themselves the highest guarantee of fair play, equity and common justice in the administration of public affairs. Certainly, none of us can forget the election of 1909, when through the efforts of just such men the "Dissfranchisement scheme" was defeated, and the hope for a brighter and more glorious day ahead is predicated, largely, upon the industry, public devotion to the highest ideals, and the labor which succeeds will glantly assume in removing the blot of shame and disgrace which now hangs over our beloved State. If, when victory shall come our way again, we shall have learn our lesson well, that it is our bound, in duty to co-operate with our votes with the great body of the best white men of character and worth, and see that such, regardless of whether they be Democrats, Republicans, or Prohibitionists, he put in control of public affairs—then, our temporary disfranchisement will have served not only our best interest, but also of the highest interest of the community of which we are a part. WILL HE MEASURE UP? If there was ever a time when a Governor of this State had an opportunity to cover himselfs with glory by showing that he is able to rise above partisanship and that his patriotism is far and away above the low ideals of the ordinary politician, Governor Crothers has that opportunity now by vetoing the Digges Bills for the disfranchising of the Negro at the State and local elections. There has been no time in the history of this State when conditions were as they are now. Not even in the days when the fires of rebellion were burning so fiercely in the breasts of almost every other citizen of Maryland were conditions as there are now: The Governor can save his State the shame and disgrace cast upon it by the infamous Legislature which has, thank God, at last adjourned and gone home. The great question is, will Governor Crothers measure up to his opportunities? The Legislature did its very worse even the devil could do no more. Former Mayor Hayes calls the people behind the "Digges Bills" cattle. Now Mr. Hayes we really think you own an apology to the source from which you get your meat and drink. The New York Age thinks Baltimoreans do not wash as much as they might. Well perhaps they don't, but as little as they wash they wash a great deal more than do the New Yorkers. It would be a good thing if the State Health authorities would go down to Annapolis and not only fumigate the State House, but the entire city. If there ever was a place needing fumigation, Annapolis needs it. Not since the days of the Jaeob's Bill, offered in the Legislature to enslave every free Negro in the State, has there been such a feeling of distrust among the colored people as there is now. The intent of the Legislature to ride rough shod over even the Constitution of the United States, saying nothing of the State of Maryland, and disfranchise the Negro, simply because he is a Negro, is an outrage only paralleled by that infamous measure of Jacobs'. But with it all there is no reason for despondency. All is not lost that is in danger, and if the Negro will only no his duty as it is presented to him, there is no doubt but at the last good will come out of it. A COLORED BASEBALL CLUB The Elk Ridge Colored Club has now organized a baseball team for 1910 and would like to arrange for games with strong uniform teams both colored and white. Address John H. Thomas' manager, Elisha Waters, captain, Elk Ridge, Md. "Democrats to Challenge the Validity of the Fifteenth Amendment," is the heading in large type, on the front page of your paper of March 26th inst. Meaning the Baltimore Sun./ In Article V of the Constitution of the United States, we read the following: "The Congress, when two thirds of both houses shall deem it necessary, shall propose amendments to this Constitution," or on the application of the Legislatures of two thirds of the several States shall call a convention for proposing amendments, which, in either case, shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of this Constitution when ratified by the Legislatures of three-fourths of the several States, or by conventions in three-fourths thereof, as the one or the other mode of ratification may be proposed by the Congress; providing that no amendment which may be made prior to the year one thousand eight hundred and eight shall in any manner effect the first and fourth clauses in the ninth section of the first article; and that no State, without the consent, shall be deprived of its equal suffrage in the Senate." The Fifteenth Amendment to the Constitution was declared adopted March 30th, 1870. If it is true that three-fourths of the States adopted the Amendment and Maryland was not one, then if the Legislature passes a law and the delegates and senators from Baltimore City refuse to vote on it, yet the members passed it by a lawful majority, and the Governor signs it, the citizens of Baltimore need not obey it, for Baltimore City never through its representatives ratified or endorsed the law. This is the absurdity of the reasoning of its advocates: In the case of Maryland vs. West Virginia, where the boundary was in dispute, that tribunal said Maryland had recogonized the disputed boundary. So Maryland has, under the advise of John P. Poe, one of, if not the ablest attorneys of his time and generation, said the word "white," became inoperative by force of the Fifteenth Amendment. The same Legislature which now seeks to nullify the Fifteenth Amendment adopted Poe's Codification of the Statute, in which the word "white" was made inoperative. The Constitution of the United States and the laws made or which shall be made in pursuance thereof and all the treaties made or which shall be made, under the authority of the United States, are and shall be the supreme law of the State, and the judges of this State and all the people of this State are, and shall be, bound thereby, anything in the Constitution or the law of this State to the contrary notwithstanding. U GRANT TYLER, 222 Courtland street, Baltimore, Md. After Motion is Withdrawn. The proposal to appoint a critic for the Baptist Union Ministerial Union, at its weekly meeting held at Union Baptist Church las Monday caused a storm of debate, points of order and points on points of order came in a torrent like lava coming from Vesuvius, when the famous volcano is in eruption. The flood of oratory was caused by Rev. J. A. Fry, of Govans, the newly elected president of the Union, suggesting that a critic be appointed for the meeting. A motion was introduced for the appointment of a critic, and then the lur began to fly. Rev. Samuel W. known the world. I am a plain spoke. "You are known asked Rev. Dr. "Tell me what you he added. "I served in the the police force in one time, and I Maine to Califo Ward. "Is that the wh Dr. Johnson, to Rev. Ward answerative, and then s. Rev. Dr. W. M. Alexander at once offered an objection, saying that the appointment of a critic would create strife among local Baptists again. Rev. Jones Watkins then arose to object, and the president then asked that he state his unreadiness, declaring that he did not want any of his 'sarcastic, sanctified praise.' Rev. Watkins then said its was not in Hiscock's Manual, the Bible or any other authority, that he was not in order, and agree with Dr. Alexander's objections," concluding with a left handed compliment for the new president. He also declared that he would not mind being criticised by one of the older ministers, but would object to a young critic. April 6th, 1910, Members Are Working Hard To Raise Funds For Summer Work And Mortgage Debt. Interest At Fever Heat And Success Assured. All the members of the Colored Empty Stocking and Fresh Air Circle were full of enthusiasm at the regular monthly meeting last Friday night as plans for the campaign were developed. The Circle has been divided into eighteen groups and each group consists of a chairman and nine members, who are doing their best to raise the amount required $5.60 per member and $56.00 per group. Each group and chairman is designated by a flower and many are seen thus adorned. Each group has a sanguine attitude as she requires of her neighbor, "How much have you?" No chairman means to have her group fall behind and a most wholesome rivalry has sprung up and Baltimore citizenus anxiously await results. The campaign will end May 6th, 1910 with a grand Mass Meeting and Ingathering. Addresses will be delivered by prominent speakers and the music will be a special feature. The Organization is making this effort to raise $1000. one half for, the mortgage due on the farm and the other half for the summer work. The heated term is almost here and much money is needed to carry on the work. Last summer $429.87 was raised thru subscriptions entertainments, block carnivals and street fairs by children and "Tag Day". The public is asked to help this worthy charity which takes poor children from unhealthy surrounding, some cooped up in small rooms where sunshine can searecly find its way, and where sufficient food is rare, and incentives to true child life and real happiness almost unknown. So dear friends, do not refuse when called on to help, but do what you can to help give to some needy boy or girl, a trip and make health more certain. "Where God's pure food and, and sun. Shall wonders do for his little one, And some; wan face with joy shall smile. A bright and happy Fresh Air Child Ida R. Cummings, President. Mr. W. H. Ba es, of Annapolis, one of the most successful business men of the race in the State, passed through the city Monday night enroute to New Jersey on a matter of business. Mr. Bates is the holder of large real estate in New Jersey, and is one of the few colored men allowed to vote in Annapolis under the new local law, denying Negroes the suffrage in local affairs. Mr. Bates sometime ago represented his ward in the Common Council of his city. Rev. Samueli Ward," and I am known the world over, knows that I am a plain spoken man." "You are known the world over?" asked Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson. "Tell me what you mean by that," he added. "I served in the army and was on the police force in Washington at one time, and I am known from Maine to California," said Mr. Ward. "Is that the whole world?" asked Dr. Johnson, to which question Rev. Ward answered in the affirmative, and then stated his objections to a critic. After reading the section of the constitution referring to the objects for which the Union exists, Rev. J. A. Dennis, turned loose a flood of oratory; in which he argued for the selection of a critic. Rev. Dr. G. R. Waller relieved the situation by withdrawing his motion for the appointment of a critic, and the complex situation was relieved, and the dove of peace hovered over the meeting again. Thus there will be no critic to offer friendly criticism of faults in logic, English and Scriptural knowledge. Besides Rev. Mr. Fry, the following officers will serve for the ensuing three months: Rev. Junius Gray, vice president; Rev. J. A. Dennis, secretary, and Rev. S. S. Crockett; CAMPAIGN IS ON Notes for this column addressed to Mr. Beckett, care of this office, will receive careful attention.—Ed. A fine exhibition of basketball was given at Union Hall last Friday night. The Y. M. C. A. team demonstrated its ability to handle the ball, and to prove by excellent team work their right to the championship of this section of the country. M Street was outclassed: Howard Academy vs. High School was an exciting and fast game. They were about evenly matched, and the score at the close of the game was 14 to 14. It was concluded to play the tie off, and the first point was registered by Howard. Final score 16 to 14. The Interscholastic Athletic Association, of which the Baltimore High School is a member, made this game possible. It is hoped a series of games may be held in this town next summer. Many witnessed a basketball game for the first time last Friday. Have you ever seen the game played? Next Fall will afford you the opportunity. The Public Athletic Indoor Track Meet held Saturday night was a great success. Over 1000 boys competed and many won prizes in the badge contest. Physical vigor and strong manhood is the watchword of the organization under whose auspices it was held. The University of Pennsylvania defeated Johns Hopkins in a dual meet last Saturday at Homewood. Hopkins made a fine showing and owing to the inability of Horrax being present, they lost several sure points. Athletics at Hopkins is taking fresh impetus and promises in the future a high rating with other universities. The High School baseball squad, under the leadership of Captain Carroll, is getting into form. A game with Morgan College and Howard Academy is expected soon. The team will enter the league and make strenuous efforts to obtain the cup from Trinity Sunday School, the present cup holders. Several baseball teams have been seen on the diamond, and from indications a fast league is expected. Trinity is determined to retain the honors and to give any cup aspirants a struggle before releasing the cup. The track squad at the High School will get down to hard work this week. Many are anxious to take honors in Washington, May 30th. Training will bring this favor to any who work conscientiously. "jack" Johnson and "Jim" Jefferies begin on the 15th to train. - The outcome no one can tell. Try out for the track team at the High School will be held next week. Johnson and Scott are proving worthy candidates at high jumping. Boley, Parker, Jones and Wright of last year's squad are in for a place. Many new recruits are expected to enter. Playgrounds interest is coming to the front again. Wednesday, April 27th, is to be known as "Playground Day." $25.000 is then to be raised. Will you aid just a little. Afford the boy and girl a place to play during the summer months unmolested. LATE LITERARY NEWS An Interesting side light is thrown on the current high prices of foodstuffs in "The Case Against Meat as a Staple Food," by Milo Hastings in Physical Culture for April. In this discussion of the virtues of various forms of food, the meats and vegetables in common use are compared in an interesting manner: "The Jungle's Aftermath Upton Sinclair's sequel to his famous expose of Packingtown also begins in this number. Bernarr Macfadden, the editor of Physical Culture has contributed to the April issue much that is readable and thought-compelling on many aspects to health building. Other noteworthy contributions in this number are "The Noxious Effects of the Social Evil", "The Value of Play as a Tonic", "The Teeth-How to Preserve Them," together with many other readable articles and a series of menus of vegetable foods, with recipes for their (Continued from Page 1) "I haven't time to look at your book or to talk to you," she said "and you will go over to the house. I insisted that she look at my book, but she insisted that she did not have the time, and poke right out in school, so I left, going over to Miss Bowen's cottage and found she was out visiting or looking after some of her guests from the North. I returned to the building, and the children were all running around keeping out of my way, and Miss Thigpen was as busy as could be, so I went in the room of another teacher, Miss Armstrong, who was polite and courteous. She seemed to feel sorry for me. She is a graduate from Wilberforce. She had charge of the primary department and thought I would drop in her room. "Can you read and write mister?" she asked. I informed her that I could a little bit. Soon Prof. Johnson came over and he remembered me, as did the other professor. Soon Miss Bowen came, and it was all giver. Miss Bowen is doing a great work for her people and she is a great woman. I enjoyed being at the school and seeing how she lives in the hearts of those young people. I am proud of her. Prot. R. K. Edmondson also made me suppy. I did not get to meet Miss Katie A. Bowen, but met all the other teachers. Miss Armstrong is from Springfield, Ohio, and Prof. J. S. Johnson is from the same place. I was soon in a buggy and enroute to Miss Washington's school which is about 4 miles away. Miss Georgia Washington is another great woman, and I have told you about her from time to time. I had the pleasure of seeing all of her teachers. seem to be back to Montgomery and spoke at night at the A. M. E. church, and the next morning left for Tuskegee Institute. They knew I was coming, and Major J. B. Ramsey had a carriage waiting for me, and they tomeed me over to the school in short order, in company with Prof. W. T. B. Williams, of Hampton Institute. I called to see Emuunt J. Scott, secretary to Dr. Booker P. Washington, Mr. Scott is one of the men of our race. There is but little said about him, but he is doing a great work. He is an important factor in our race. He is a scholar and a business man. To study Tuskegee is an interesting thing. Prof. J. B. E. Lee is a busy man around there but I do not mean to talk about him now. I went in to see Mr. Fearing, assistant to Mr. Scott, and I was indeed surprised to find N. D. Thompson, of the United State- Express Co., Chicago, there actively engaged in some kind of work. I do not know just what he is doing, but he is directly connected with Mr. Washington's staff, and seemed to be a busy man. He had time at any rate to say a few words to me, and is express pleasure in seeing me, and offered me all the courtesies possible. He is away from Chicago, and you will have to go down and see for yourself what he is doing. He is one of the best young men of our race. I know when he used to be a leader in society affairs in Chicago, but that is a thing of the past now, and he is like another man. He is as attentive as can be to prayer meetings at Tuskegee, and when the prayer meeting is over, it is surprising to see him in his room reading his Bible, and he knows as much about the Bible today as some preachers. I saw him actually get excused from a dance after prayer meeting. That is he got excused from attending, saying that he did not feel like attending a dance after prayer meeting. He seemed deeply impressed in the work. The world is full or changes. N. D. Thompson is one of the best trained young men around Chicago, and then you can rely on him to work. He has established a reputation for industry, honesty and reliability, and in this he is going to the front. I pray for the time to come when other young men will follow the example of Mr. Thompson. He has made many friends around Tuskegee and is a representative of Tuskegee Institute at the guest table in the eating room, and he is a fine entertainer. Captain Austin is an important factor at Tuskegee, and I will tell you many things about him when I can get his photograph. I am moving around, and Jett Tuskegee, went to Opelika, and from Opelika to this place I think I have said enough for this week. If you have any mail for me send it to 307 St. Paul street, Baltimore, Md. I must leave you now. BUNDY TO GET A JOB Appointed Secretary of Legation at Monróvia. (Special to the Afro-American.) Washington, April 6—Mr. Richard C. Bundy's name has been sent to the Senate as the choice of the President for Secretary of Legation at Monrovia, and it is understood that the Ohioan will accept the place. The salary is said to be $2,500—a larger amount than he could hope for at this time as an entrant into the consular service, to which he at first applied. PORT DEPOSIT ITEMS. (Special to Afro-American Ledger.) Port Deposit, April 6.—The Court of Calanthe of Port Deposit turned out in a body and had their annual sermon preached to them at the First Baptist church by the pastor in charge Rev. B. S. Brown, at which time a large congregation was present. A large collection was taken up and presented to the pastor. A concert was given last night at Bethel A. M. B. church for the benefit of the pastor's salary which was fairly successful. Several prominent people of the town took part in the program. Mr. Geo. W. Cash, of the theological department of Lincoln University, spent Sunday in town as the guest of Miss L. M. Grimes, the assistant teacher of our school. Mr. Wm. Brown, of Baltimore spent Sunday here with his family. Miss Eva Wilson, of Washington, D. C., was the guest of Mrs. M. H. M. Pitts last week. Business League Meets. St. Denis, Md., April 6. The Patapseco Business League met at the residence of Mr. Jeremiah Gaither, near Harms, Md., on last Saturday at 2 P. M. Mr. Gaither is one of the most prosperous farmers of color in Anne Arundel county. The League had a most interesting meeting. Subject: "How to Make Country Life Attractive," was well discussed by the members and many useful facts brought out. A number of members will increase their shares at the next meeting in July. Grammar School Closes. (Special to Airo-American.) Snow Hill, Md., April 2.—The closing exercises of the Snow Hill Grammar School took place on Thursday evening at the Odd Fellows Hall, and a most interesting program was carried out under the direction of the teachers of the school. Certificates were presented to Misses Helen Backetts, Helen Henry, Nettie Huyward and Edward Martin, by the principal of the school, Mr. E. J. Henry. A CARD OF THANKS I desire to express through the Afro-American Ledger, my most sincere thanks to the numerous evidences of friendship during my sickness of three months, which I am happy to say has ended. The many inquiries as to my condition, the cheerful visits of many friends, and the innumerable tokens of many kinds, served to giaddeu and cheer me. The tender mercy of a kind Providence, the vigilant and able treatment of a most efficient physician—the unequalled devotion and attention of a kind and loving wife and family were the large contributing causes to my full restoration. I am glad to say that I am "out and at it."—ready to do battle for my people. NOTICE. Mrs. Malissa Fenderson, wife of the late Dr. Lewis H. Fenderson, dentist, has issued announcements to the doctor's former patients and the public at large of her purpose to continue her late husband's practice at the office 1418 Druid Hill Ave. She has secured the assistance of a competent and experienced dentist of this city to take charge of the office. During the doctor's illness the office was renovated; the walls painted and decorated and the appliances put in a first class condition. These dental parlors are now easily among the best in the city. With modern equipment and the skill of the dentist who takes charge of the office there is every reason to expect that Mrs. Fenderson will be able to hold the large patronage which Dr. Fenderson built up with so much care. It is certainly gratifying to know that she is going to give an appreciative public an opportunity of giving their patronage where they will receive full value for their money and also render a needy service. The office is always open for inspection and engagements can be made by calling, writing or phone Madison 1145 R. 2t ILLUSTRATED LECTURE Editor Of The World's Work, Speaks Interestingly Of Liberia And Its Conditions. That the Americo-Liberian has not lapsed into barbarism and that the morals of the bushmen in Liberia were much higher than the morals of New York City was the assertion made by Edgar Allan Forbes, managing editor of the World's Work, in an illustrated lecture on Liberia at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church Thursday night. Mr. Forbes was introduced by Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, who spoke of him as being an unbiased authority on Liberian conditions. Mr. Forbes has been to Liberia and studied conditions at first hand. After speaking of the great work Bishops Scott and Ferguson and others are doing for the uplift of the Liberians, Mr. Forbes said that the Liberians would be helped by the United States, but not as much as they deserved, as this government could not go that far. He said no immigrant should go to, Liberia unless he had money enough to live for the first two years or was skilld in a trade, and declared that a dash of the real American spirit would help that country. IMPORTANT NOTICE DEAR BRETHREN:Having as in the past as secretary of Conference conferred with the boat and railroad authorities for terms over their lines to Crisfield the seat of conference April 27, 1910, I write the following. We can go on the boat leaving 5 P. M. and arriving at Crisfield about the same hour next day, but some must leave Monday and some Tuesday say the authorities of the boat line in order to receive good accommodation, on the boat otherwise they could not, if all the ministers got to the boat on Tuesday 5 P. M. The General Passenger Agent of the pennsylvania Rail Road says if we can get so small a number as 25 ministers to go by rail to Crisfield April 26th, he will place a nice coach at our disposal, and run us through from Baltimore to Crisfield without change of cars at clerical rates and return at close of conference. Train leaves Baltimore, 1:35 P. M., arriving at Crisfield 8:35. Fare one way $2.31 The train will leave Washington about 12:20 for the benefit of ministers in Washington and vicinity. All accepting railroad proposition will please send me their names at once, in order that I may know what to do in the matter. JOHN PORTER, S.C. 67 Winters Avenue. April 6. Caronsville, Md. SPECIAL SERMON By Rev. John A. Holmes to the Holmes Chapter Epworth League Metropolitan M. E. Church, Orchard street, Sunday, April 10th, 7.30 P. M., Mrs. E.]. Fruxon, President. Extra attraction will be the singing of the League, also a chorus from the Juvenile Troubadours including Master Oscar Z. Watts, Theodore Upshar, Miss Lillian Rawlings, Reader; Miss Lillian Carroll, Soloist, Mr. L. E. Toomey in charge of music. Special Offering. ANNOUNCEMENT. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Snowden, of 423 E. 23rd street, have opened a grocery store in Catonsville at the corner of Winters and Edmonson avenues. There is also a confectionery and ice cream department attached. We shall be glad to have the patronage of our many friends and the public in general. ADVERTISEMENTS. All styles of hair cutting. 15 cents. Prompt service. 1537 Pennsylvania Avenue, Near Mc Mechen Street. Notice! Notice! Dr. J. H. Barnett, Specialist Skin and Scalp Diseases. Also a Shampooing Parlor Attached. Apply at 862 Park Avenue. —CAMDEN HOUSE— Formerly Brinkley's 225 and 227 West Camden Street Remodeled and refurnished with all modern conveniences. Buths, a specialty. Superb Restaurant. Furnished rooms 75c. and $1.00, furnished rooms for light house keeping $1.50 to $2.00 per week. Rooms with board $3.50 per week. Mrs. Leatha Smith, Prop. C. & P. Phone 3586-M St. Paul. C.Y. W. C. A. Employment Bureau 1200 Druid Hill Avenue. Since higher licenses have been made for Employment Bureaus, many of them have raised their fees; but we beg, leave to announce that we still retain our prices as formerly. $1.00 From the Employer 25 Cents from the Employee. BRAIDS Combings Bought PUFFS POINDEXTER Hairdresser to Society Manicuring Massage Sole Agent for Ideal Scalp Food FOR RENT.—Apartments suitable for man and wife. Call at 2017 Division Street. Robt. Green. FLAT for rent all conveniences. Apply to 503 McMechen street. H. Hoppenstein FIRST-CLASS Ladies' and Gents' Tailor Cleaning and Pressing at Lowest Prices. 1118 Pennsylvania Avenue Baltimore, Md. Mr. George W. Nicholson Will Speak to Women at the 5 o'clock Service. All Welcome Good Music. ANNUAL SERMON Colored Young Women's Christian Association. At Grace Presbyterian Church Dolphin and Etting Streets. SUNDAY APRIL 24, 1910 at 3.30 Sermon by the Pastor, Rev. W. Edward Williams, COMMITTEE Mrs. Annie Williams, Chair. Miss Charlotte Davage Mrs. Eliza Lively, Mrs. Milcha Lamdin Mrs. M. E. Murphy, Pres. Miss Emma Bright, Sect. A Mock Session Of The General Conference A. M. E. Church TO BE HELD AT BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Saratoga and Gay Sis. Monday and Tuesday, April 18th and 19th 1910 at 8:00 P.M. Bishop Abraham Grant Presiding Single ticket 10 Cts 2 nights 15cts A Grand Sacred Concert Will be given by the Peerless Quartet of Baltimore at St. Luke's U. A. M. E Church, Spring St. near Jefferson, Sunday Evening, April 17th. Assisted by best local talent. Silver Offering at the Door. Miss Mamie V. Woolford, Dicetress Miss Mamie M. Woolford. Directee Rev R. S. Accoo, Pastor. GRAND RALLY The Helping Hand Society of Mt. Snai M. E. Church, Brooklyn, A. A. county, Md., will have a Grand Rally April 24th, to raise money to pay on their new church, and the pastor Rev. B. F. Myers, and members, ask the assistance from all the sister churches of Baltimore City and vicinity. All persons who wish to help them on the Sunday of their Rally will please take the Curtis Bay cars and get off at 7th street, Brooklyn, A. A. Co., Md. You are cordially invited to attend the Woman's Rally Service at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. church April 17th, at 11 A.M., Sermon by the Pastor. Platform Meeting at 3 o'clock and 8 o'clock p. m. All church organizations are invited to be present. Mrs. N. H. Wright, Chairman. Mrs. Helen C. Muse, Secy. Rev W. A. C. Hughes, Pastor. LUCK IN YOUR HAND Consult the Best Clairvoyant—Removes Evil Influence, Brings Quick Results. Positive Satisfaction guaranteed. MADAM JULIA. Australian Gipsy. Just returned. 422 SIXTH AVENUE near 26th street. Ford's Hair Pomade Fifty years of success have proved the merits of this preparation. What is more attractive than a beautiful head of hair? It has been the ambition of women in all ages. The use of Ford's Hair Pomade makes stubborn, harsh, kinky or curly hair softer, more pliable and glossy, easy to comb and arrange in any style, desired consistent with its length, as long as the Pomade remains in the hair. This result may bechashty, one thorough application according to directions. Two to four applications a month will keep the hair in satisfactory condition, and two to four bottles, regular size, are usually sufficient for a year. Directions with every bottle. Ford's Hair Pomade removes and prevents dandruff, invigorates the scalp and keeps it from getting harsh and dry, stops itching and itching, breaks off and gives it new life and vigor. Absolutely harmless. Used with splendid results even on children and infants. Delicately perfumed, its use is a constant pleasure. A most satisfactory lotion preparation for ladies, gentlemen and Don't buy anything else alleged to be "just as good." If you want the best results buy Ford's Hair Pomade. Look for this name — "Charles Ford, Prest." on every package. If your drugsist or local dealer cannot supply you with the warranty, we will send you One bottle, regular size, for $ .50 Three $ .140 Six $ .250 One $ .25 We pay postage and express charges to all points in U.S.A. When ordering send Postal or Express Money Order. All orders shipped promptly on receipt of rice. Address The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. 118 West Kinstle St. Chicago, IL. FORD'S HAIR POMADE is made only in Chicago by the above address. Agents Wanted Everywhere CHURCH NOTICES EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Rev. J. W. Norris, Pastor Rev. J. W. Norris, Pastor 11.00 A. M., Sermon by the Pastor 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 3.30 P. M., Sermon to the Bands by the Rev. W. M. Ivey. 6.00 P. M., Allen C. E. League. 7.30 P. M., Sermon by the Rev. W. M. Ivey, subject: "The Wheel with- in a Wheel." Classes—Sunday at 6 A. M., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 8 Herbert Frisby, Supt John Murray, Pres. of League. WAYMAN MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Carroll Street near Carey Rev. David Johnson, Pastor 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor, subject: "Christian Watchfulness Admonished." 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 3.30 P. M., Sermon by Rev. Ida Nelson, of the Holy Temple; choir and congregation invited. 6.30 P. M., Allen C. E. League. 8.00 P. M., The Life of Christ will be illustrated by moving pictures from the Manger to the Throne, interspersed with inspiring song. SILVER OFFERING. All welcome. Geo. Hewlen, Supt. Mrs. Lucy Jennings Richardson, Pres A. C. E. L. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rev. Dr. D. P. Seaton, Pastor. 11 A. M., The Pastor will preach subject. "The Majesty and Glory of the Second Coming of Jesus." 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 4.30 P. M., Allen C. E. League. 7.30 P. M., The Pastor will preach to the Queen Elizabeth Order of Calanthe, No. 4, K. of P. Sunday is Trustees' Day. All are cordially welcome. Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D. Pastor. 11 A. M. Sermon by the Pastor 2.30 P. M., Sunday School session 3.30 P. M. Sermon to the Merci ful Circle of King's Daughters. 6.30 P. M., A. C. E. League. 7.30 P. M. Sermon to the Balti more City Lodge, G. U. O. of O. F. T. J. Holliday, Supt. Miss A. L. Martin, Pres. A. C. E. J. Mrs. Cornelia Antlerson, President of Merciful of King's Daughters. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Saratoga Street near Gay Rev. D. G. Hill, D. D. Pastor. 11 A. M. Sermon, by the Pastor. 3.00 P. M., Sunday School. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Parrish St. near Mulberry St Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10.00 A. M. Class Meeting 11.00 A. M., Stranger. 2.00 P. M., Sunday School 3.00 P. M., Sermon by Rev. Hatris of Angel Visit Baptist Church; choir and congregation invited. 6.30 P. M., Christian Endeavor 8.00 F. M., Rev. Brickhouse, ol Belair, Md. G. W. Richardson, Pres. C. E. T. H. McGowan, Supt. GRHCE PRESBYTERI'N CHURCH Dolphin and Etting Streets Rev. W. Edw. Williams, Pastor The Choir, Miss B. Beatrice Brown, Directress 11 A. M., Sarmon by the Rev. W, H, Rector, of Ruxton, MD. S P. M.; Pastor, subject: "Locust from the Pit." W. G. Thomas, Supt. PSALMIST BAPT. CHURCH, Rev. Jumins Grav. Pastor. Rev. Junius Gray, Pastor. Parrish Street, near Biggs Avenue. Sunday Services. 6.00 A. M., Prayer and Praise Meeting led by Deacon Cockrell. 11 A. M., Sermon by Pastor, subject: "Get off That Horse for he is Lame." 2P. M., Sabbath School. 8 P.M., Sermon by a Stranger. WEEKLY SERVICES. Monday evening, Rev. Mrs. Hale will preach a special sermon. Tuesday evening, B. Y. P. U: Miss Edna Ware, President. Wednesday evening, Willing Workers, Mrs. Emma Walker, President. Friday evening, Missionary, Mrs. Luce Stovall, President. Through the preaching of the Gospel by Rev. Junius Gray, the Evangelist of the State, God has added 213 souls to the several churches in which he has labored during the past two months. God bless Bro. Gray. Mr. Thos. Gipson, Supt. S. S. CHRIST'S INSTITUTION, Ensor St. near Monument, Rev. G. W. Kennard, Pastor 11 A. M., Sermon by Rev. Richard Jones. 2 P. M., Sunday School 7.30 P. M., Preaching by Pastor Advertising John Wesley M. E. Church Sharp and Montgomery Sts. Rev. W. H. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 9.30 A.M., 2.30 P.M., Sunday School. 11 A.M., Sermon by the Pastor. 5 P.M., Epworth League. 8 P.M., Sermon to the Knights and Daughters of King David. The Society will assemble in the lecture room at 7.30 P.M. All are cordially invited. Mr. E. Hughes, Supt. S. S. Mr. T. H Lee, Pres. E. L. ASBURY M. E., CHURCH, Lexington St. and Rogers Avenue, Rev. C. G. Cummings, B. D., Pastor. 9.30 A. M., and 2.30 P. M., S. S. 11 A. M., Sermon by the Pastor subject: "The Appaarance of Jesus to Two Disciples Journeying to Emmaus." 5 P. M., Epworth League. 8 P. M., Sermon by the Pastor. subject: "Flashes From the Recent Sessions of the Washington Conference." Strangers cordially welcomed. Chas. T. Stewart, Supt. Julian W. Ross, Pres. of E. L. EASTERN M. E. CHURCH M. Elderry St. & Patterson Park Av. Rev. James H. Jenkins, Pastor. 9.00 Class Meeting, D. I. Fowler, leader. 11 A. M., Sermon by Pastor subjeet: "The Mustard Seed." 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 3.30 Class Meeting, Israel Barnes lsader. 5.30 P. M., Epworth League. 8.00 P. M., Sermon by Pastor, subject: "The Devii is a Deceiver" Monday and Tuesday nights there will be a concert and Tableaux giving by Mrs. Annie Jones. Admission 10 Cents. John M. Barnes, Pres. E. L. J. W. Jones, Supt. S. S. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH, Franklin and Pine Sts. "King's Hill" Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor. 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor, subject: "God's Dead Letter Office." in 3.00 P. M. Sunday School. 5 P. M., Epworth League. 8.00 P. M., Sermon by the Pastor Closing of the Kevival sarrive with a Grand March. Everybody welcome. W. C. Tongue, Supt. Miss E. Cooper, Pres. E. E. CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Cor. S. Caroline and Bank Sta. Rev. Daniel W. Shaw, D. D., pastor. 11 A. M., Sermon by Pastor. 2.30 P. M. Sunday School, Mr. Angus J. Smith, Supt. 4 P. M., Epworth League. Miss Clara Stanley, leader. 8.00 P. M., Sermon by the Pastor AMES MEM. M. E. CHURCH, Carey and Baker Srs. Rev. D. D. Turpeau, Pastor. 6.00 A. M., Class-meeting. 11 A, M., Preaching. 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 5.00 P. M. Roworth League. Henry Johnson, Pres. of League B. M. Rhetia, Pres. Brotherhood Everybody cordially invited. Chattanooga, Md. Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor. 11.30 A. M., Preaching. 3 P. M., Sunday School. 6.30 P. M., Epworth League 8 P. M., Sermon by Pastor and Communion. Mr. S. S. Oliver, Supt. Mrs. lane Milligan, Pres. E. E. SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH, Cor. Clinton Ave. and George Sts. Rev. W. W. Allen, Pastor, Special Auxiliary Day 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor. 2.00 P. M., Sunday School 3.00 P. M., Speciali. Sermon by Rev. Jonss Watkins, D.D., and Baptizing by the Pastor. 5 P.M., B.Y. P.U. Meeting. 8.00 P.M., Sermon by Rev. Jas. Robinson Monday Bible Class. Wednesday night, Preaching. Thursday B.Y.P.U. Entertainment Friday night, Prayer Meeting. Mrs. F.L. Petters, Supt, Mr. I. Jackson, President PENNA. AVE. A. M. E. ZION CHURCH, Penna. Ave. near Dolphin Street Rev. J. A. S. Cole, Pastor. 11.00 A. M., Preaching by Pastor 2.30 P. M. Sunday School. 5.00 P. M., V. C. E., Mrs. Araminta Cox, President. Special program by C. E. of St. John's M. E. Church. 7:30 P. M., Sermon by Pastor PAYS Daily, except Sunday, Lv. Mt. Royal, Lv. Camden, Westward, Lv. Mt. Royal, Lv. Camden, CHICAGO (via Pitta), Lv. 9:48 A.M. 10:00 A.M. OHICAGO (via Newark), Lv. 4:14 P.M. 4:30 P.M. CINTI, St. L. & WHLG. CINTI, & ST. L. Dally 8:45 A.M. 9:00 A.M. CINTI, & ST. L. Dally 10:56 P.N.M. 11:10 P.M. PITTSBURG Dally 9:48 A.M. 10:00 A.M. PITTSBURG Dally 9:48 P.M. PITTSBURG Dally 11:22 P.M. 11:41 P.M. COL8. & WHLG. Dally 4:14 P.M. 4:30 P.M. Trains "Every Hour on the Hour" From Camden Station to Washington with Pullman Service, Earlier Departures from Mt. Royal Station. FREDERICK, Mt. Royal Station, 8:45, 14:55 A. M. Camden Station, 7:25, 9:30, 10:45 A. M. 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The steam locomotives burned per month: $5000 worth of coal, costing $6 per ton; the electric service, burning soft coal costing $2 per ton, required only $1150 for coal for the same period. School Answers Pressing Need Opening of the National Religious Training School and Chautauqua at Durham Within a Few Months Will Attract Wide Attention—Success of Dr. J. E. Shepard. BY HORACE D. SLATTER. Plans that point conclusively to the opening of the National Religious Training School and Chautaqua For the Colored Race at 1 lham. N. C. early in the summer have been definitely announced by Dr. James E. Shepard, the prime mover in the enterprise, who has been recently elected president by the board of trustees. Work is being rapidly pushed on the buildings, which when completed will make the institution one of the best equipped for Negroes in the south. The purpose of the institution is peculiarly different from that of any other for Negroes in the United States, and provision is made that many may enjoy a profitable summer vacation in Bible study, music, education, industrial arts and recreation in a sane and healthful proportion. The school is planned on the order of Winona and Northfield and offers special lecture series, high class musical events, special instruction for teachers and all kind of religious workers. Dr. Shepard's success in this work is remarkable, and since inaugurating the movement he has received the co-operation of some of the best and most prominent white and colored men of the north and south. On the lecture course are to be found such men as Rev. Dr. Jesse L Hurburt, New Jersey; Samuel H. McCrucken, South Carolina; D. Webster Davis, Virginia; Dr. J. W. E. Bowen, Georgia; Chaplin W. H. Gladden, New York; Dr. John E. Ford, Florida; Dr. M. W. Gilbert, New York; Dr. W. A. Creditt, Pennsylvania; Bishop Robert Strange, North Carolina; Hon. N. B. Broighton, North Carolina; Miss Grace Hemingway, Illinois; N. O. Wilhelm, New Jersey; Dr. J. B. Dudley, North Carolina; Dr. W. Y. Ford, New York; Dr. M. C. B. Mason, Ohio; Bishop G. W. Clinton, North Carolina; John C. Dancy, North Carolina; Charles Alexander, Pennsylvania, and others. The summer school features will be particularly attractive and will doubtless set the pace for the entire year's work. Durham is a healthful location, and the cordiality with which all citizens of both races have assisted Dr. Shepard in the realization of his dreams bespeaks for the summer school unbounded success. The expenses are moderate and within the reach of ministers, teachers and others of the race who wish to avail themselves of the advantages offered at the Chautauqua. The establishment of the National Religious Training School and Chautauqua marks a departure in Negro educational institution and fills a long felt want. The summer school feature alone will appeal to many progressive teachers who have often desired a quiet retreat where they could spend the vacation weeks in profitable study and at the same time have delightful recreation and social contact with persons who to all intents and purposes feel themselves on equal social plane. HAPPY DIVERSION FOR POLITICIANS. Love Scenes For Members of Colored Republican League While Resting Upon Their Political Oars. In connection with the musical and dramatic concert to be given under the auspices of the Colored Republican League of Kings County at Summer hall, Brooklyn, on Thursday evening, April 21, a mock trial in a breach of promise case will be conducted. The scene of the trial is laid in a drawing room, where the wife of Jay Cooke Busy, a wealthy broker, plans to marry her old maid sister to Barrymore Brown Smythe, a handsome, heartless wretch. Miss Mintie Clovertop fancies Mr. Barrymore is in love with her, falls into his arms and declares her love, while Mrs. Cynthia Busy sees the situation and congratulates the couple amid exciting scenes. Taft's Negro Policy Denounced. Elwood C. Knox of the Indianapolis (Ind.) Freeman, who generally knows what he is going to say before he speaks, gives this strong view of the present zigzag policy of William H. Taft: "All of our three hundred or more newspapers ought to join in roundly denouncing Taft's Negro policies, which, if not stopped, will work untold injury to the race all over the world, including every state in the Union. We are emphatically against Negro race demoralization, degradation and elimination. To the shades of hides with the whole rotten thing! Our slogan is: 'All men up! An open door of opportunity for all.'" Big Musical Event For Philadelphia. At the twenty-sixth annual musical of the Hotel Brotherhood of America, which will be held at Musical Fund hall, Philadelphia, on Thursday evening, April 14. Miss Emma J. Tindley, the noted contralto singer, will be the star of the occasion on the literary program. The concert program will be rendered by the widely known Boston Dramatic company. All Aboard For Oklahoma City Timellness of Date For Annual Session of National Association of Teachers In Colored Schools Enables Delegates and Visitors to Get Special Railroad Rates. All indications point to a record breaking attendance at the forthcoming seventh annual session of the National Association of Teachers In Colored Schools, which will be held in Oklahoma City, beginning July 21, for two days. The date seems to be very timely, as persons desiring to make the trip may be able to take advantage of the home seekers' rates, which will be open to the public on July 19 and will enable one to make the trip, with liberal time limit, for a little more than one fare for the round trip. All the officers of the association are well known teachers, President R. R. Wright of the Georgia State college and Professor J. R. E. Lee of the academic department of Tuskegee institute being the active heads of the organization. The meeting last year at Asheville, N. C., is said to have eclipsed all previous efforts, but Professor J. H. A. Brazleton, to whose persistence and strenuosity all present at Asheville can well attest, declares that the entertainment of the teachers and citizens of the baby state will more than compensate the visitors for the long journey. There appear to be some good reasons why the meeting at Oklahoma City should be a pronounced success. The invitation presented by Professor Brazzleton on behalf of the Oklahoma state association at Asheville last year was exceedingly cordial and sincere and had the uncompromising backing of the state department of education, which, the announcement comes, is assisting in the entertainment of the national association. Strenuous efforts are being made by the department of education in that state to build up a comprehensive organization that shall be effective and permanent in its results. Negro education in Oklahoma fares as well as the education of white children, and the coming of the national association in large numbers, bringing representative educators from state schools, colleges, universities and the common schools, will be a source of distinct encouragement to the teachers in that state. Surely the teachers of the Negro youth throughout the nation owe that duty to their struggling brethren in Oklahoma. The program is now in the hands of the proper parties and will be well arranged, as usual. Some addresses by prominent educators, public discussion of live and fruitful topics as well as the sectional meetings will lend interest to the occasion, and the social side of the gathering can well be left in the hands of Mr. Brazzleton. SCHEME OF CATHOLICS. Burke Leade Vigorous Campaign For Larger Negro Membership. With the beginning of the Easter season the Catholic church in the United States entered upon a vigorous campaign of home missionary endeavor, giving special attention to the broadening of its activity in behalf of Negroes. The campaign is in charge of the Rev. John E. Burke, director general of the Catholic board for mission work among the colored people. It is proposed, to build new and larger schools in the south, tear down old mission chapels and in their place raise substantial churches, encourage Negro youths to study for the priesthood and give the missionaries a new impetus to continue their work for the conversion and education of the Negro. Father Burke has decided to raise annually for this purpose the sum of $100,000, and to aid him in his project the directorate, composed of Cardinal Gibbons, Archbishops Farley, Ryan and Blenk and Bishops Allen and Kelley, has recently appointed an assistant in the Rev. D. J. Bustin o. Scranton, Pa. Father Bustin has been relieved of all parochial duty by Bishop Hopolan and is now making a visitation of the churches in Pennsylvania in behalf of the Negroes. It is Father Burke's idea that the first year's fund shall be contributed by the young Catholics of America, by the young men and women employed in mills, factories and stores, students at colleges and universities and those in the various professions. The numerous religious associations attached to parishes, such as the young men's and young women's sodalities, will have an opportunity to contribute as a body. This fund will be the free gift of the young people. Father Burke said recently at headquarters of the Metropolitan building, "The Negroes need the Catholic church, and it is our duty to convert and educate them." Lecture on France instructive. "Twenty Days In Balmy France" was the subject of an able and scholarly lecture delivered by the Rev. Dr. A. Clayton Powell, pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist church, New York, in that edifice on Wednesday evening. March 30. Charles S. Smythwick, Esq., presided, and Mme. Elizabeth Tyler-Brent was the soloist of the evening. The committee in charge of the entertainment consisted of Mrs. Mattie F. Powell, chairman; Miss Clara M. Harris, secretary, and Mrs. Emma Thomas, treasurer. The refreshment and social committees were headed by Mrs. Mollie Middleton and Mrs. Sarah L. Jones. LIBERIA'S CAPABLE RULER. President Arthur Barclay as Lawyer, Statesman and Diplomat. His excellence Arthur Barclay, president of the republic of Liberia, was born in Barbados, British West Indies, and was carried by his parents to Liberia when a mere boy. President Barclay boasts of the fact that in order to earn money with which to pay for his schooling he had to hawk salt in the streets of Monrovia. He was educated at the Liberian college and has been connected with the public service of the government for about thirty years. He is a lawyer of reputed ability and has been president of Liberia since 1903. It may be interesting in this connection to state that the Liberian republic, over which he presides, was founded by the abolitionists of the United States, who assisted emancipated slaves to emigrate to that country. It has been about ninety-two years since the first settlement was made and about seventy years since the independence of the republic was proclaimed. There is much speculation at the present time by the great world powers as to the final settlement of the many intricate problems of Liberia [Image of a man with a beard and mustache, wearing a suit and tie. The background is plain white. The man's face is centered in the image.] PRESIDENT ARTHUR BARCLAY. and her future place in the catalogue of republics if the United States becomes sponsor for her governmental affairs. All things considered, President Barclay has done well in the management of the little state and will no doubt in the present unsettled condition of things maintain the same farsightedness in statecraft and international diplomacy which has characterized his past administration. GOOD NEWS FROM THE REV. W. H. SCOTT. Reports on the Condition of the Grand Old Baptist Warrior and Race Champion Encouraging. The William H. Scott Aid society, which was organized at the St. Paul's Baptist church, Camden street, Boston, Rev. B. R. Farris, pastor, at the suggestion of Rev. M. A. N. Shaw, pastor of the New Twelfth Baptist church, Boston, to collect funds to provide treatment for Rev. William H. Scott of Woburn, Mass., for tuberculosis, already in an advanced stage, has been given money for this purpose generously since its creation and has borne the entire expenses of the best export treatment obtainable in New England for a person in Rev. Scott's condition at the Wales cottage, Rutland, under Dr. Bavard Crane, leading physician. He reports the cottage management, doctor and nurse treat him splendidly. His rapidly wasting condition has been arrested, and he is slowly but steadily improving. The society solicits the aid of all those who believe in this effort of the colored race to show that it appreciates its honest, unselfish, self sacrificing advocates, champions and defenders of its citizenship and will not see such a one as Rev. Scott suffer when sickness and poverty overtake them. J. A. Crawford of 95 Camden street, Boston, is president, William Monroe Trotter, 21 Cornbill, Boston, chairman disbursing committee. NONE OF THESE PLANS WORKS In the Divine Program of Evolution Nothing Is Accidental. It is amusing to read the various prophecies of distinguished persons concerning the future of the Negro in America, says the Yonkers (N. X.) Standard. Some of these prophecies return us to slavery, some deport us to Africa, and others doom us to extermination by force of contact. In the divine program of evolution nothing is accidental, and the coming of the Negro to America, together with the coming of millions of immigrants from Europe and elsewhere, is merely the beginning of some great scheme of God's which no man can nath fomh. It may be that the ultimate fusion of all the various types among us will produce a type superior to any of past times and that this new race will exercise some great power in the world. God moves in a mysterious way his wonders to perform. We cannot block his plans and are overwhelmed with confusion whenever we try to do so. New President For Fisk University. The board of trustees of Fisk university, Nashville, Tenn., is fortunate in securing the services of Dr. George A. Gates, a prominent educator of California, as president of the university. 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Mr. Wiseman conducted the devotional exercises. The chairman stated that the object of the conference was threefold—first, to become better acquainted with those engaged in social betterment, moral and religious work in the alleys of the city; second, to devise methods for enlarging and improving the work already being done; third, to prevent duplication of work and to insure harmony among workers. There were addresses by Dr. Kober, Mrs. Culbertson, Mrs. Monroe, Dr. Kline, Miss Cromwell, Mrs. B. K. Bruce, Mrs. Bettie G. Francis, Mrs. Anna E. Murray and Mrs. Cook. Dr. Kober said that the alley people were among the weaker and poorer citizens, that their only capital was their labor and that it is highly important that they should be healthy to make their capital profitable and that anything that tended to make them clean in home and life was to be commended, for it promoted health. Mrs. Monroe and Dr. Kline felt that the homes of these people and their bodies as well would be clean when the gospel took deep root in their hearts. Mrs. Culbertson thought that all the churches ought to be interested in this work and that the missionary societies of those churches should pray as well as work for the regeneration of the alley people. Mrs. Francis and Mrs. Holland spoke of the good work being done in Willow Tree alley and in other places by the Young Women's Christian association, and Mrs. Murray presented the great need of day nurseries to care for the small children whose mothers are compelled to leave them without protection while they out to earn a living. Dr. Waldon called attention to the fact that many of the shacks in numerous alleyes in the city were unit for dwellings and urged that they be replaced by brick structures and that the city further see that there are proper sewerage connections in all the houses in the alleyes and that hydrants with sinks be placed inside each house. He said that the city would always have a large class of poor people and that there would always be need of small houses, and, instead of closing up the alleyes, he would advise that the houses in them be kept in sanitary condition and blind alleyes be done away with, and that the condition of the people living in the alleyes and courts of the city be improved so that these places shall cease to be plague spots and the rendezvous for the idle and the vicious, as many of them are at present. 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Peck, Joseph Wheeler and others. The concluding address was delivered by Rev. Holmes. ADDRESSED THE HIGH SCHOOL. Dr. Joseph C. Gichner delivered interesting illustrated address before the patrons of the Colored High School last Thursday night on "Public Baths in Europe and America." After the address, the Colored High School Parents' Association was organized with the following officers: Mrs. Margaret P. Hill, president; Mrs. Addie Fowler, vice president; Miss Roberta Sheridan, secretary, and Mr. — Frisby, treasurer. COUNCILMAN CUMMINGS OUT. City Councilman Harry S. Cummings attended the session of the City Council for the first time in three months Mooday, having been kept home by illness. He was warmly greeted by his colleagues. MARRIED FIFTY YEARS. Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Edwards, of 929 Leadenhall street, celebrated their golden anniversary on March 25th, by giving a reception, at which a large number of their friends were present. Mr. and Mrs. Edwards were married, March 25th, 1860, by the late Rev. Henry Waters, who at that time was pastor of Waters A. M. E. Church. LECTURES TO STUDENTS. Dr. H. J. Brown, the well-known phrenologist and psychologist, delivered an interesting lecture on "Mind and Body," before the students of Clayton-Williams University Wednesday afternoon. WALTERS BATHS. There were 2506 patrons at the Walters Public Baths on Argyle avenue during March, an increase of 695 over the same month last years. There were 1700 patrons in February. The Public Bath Commission is said to be highly pleased with the large increase, thus setting aside any suggestion as to the discontinuance of the Baths. Last Saturday and Sunday there were over 500 bathers. K. AND D. OF S. REUNION The Progressive Order of K. and D. of Samaria held a grand reunion and convention iniation on Jase Thursday, March 31st, at Moses Hall. One hundred applications were presented and forty eight were initiated and will become members of the various orders and the remaining fifty-two will be added later. This good work is due to the N. P. C., Mr. J. B. Alkins, and his cabinet who have worked assidiously to strengthen the Order. Congregation Of Sharp St. Church Welcomes Pastor's Return And Plan To Give Him Reception. Just before announcing his text before an overflowing congregation, at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church last Sunday morning, Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, who has just been returned for the sixth year as pastor of the church, was presented a handsome bouquet of flowers by the choir. The presentation was made by Miss Frances Smith, who in a grateful speech, told him just how glad the members of the church were to have their pastor back for another year. Rev. Hughes was almost overwhelmed with the congratulations which were then showered upon him and he replied to their tokens of esteem in a feeling manner. At the conclusion of his sermon several hundred of the members of the church went down into the basement of the church and planned for a reception to be given in the near future. Rev. Hughes holds the record for length of service at the church, the average pastorate since the founding of the church, in 1801, being a little over two years. ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SERMON. The Pennsylvania Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church was filled to overflowing last Sunday night, the occasion being the annual thanksgiving sermon to the Grand United Order of Moses, by kev. Dr. J. A. S. Cole, pastor of the church. The various departments of the Order were out in full number, headed by Grand Master Solomon Bond and his cabinet. Rev. Cole in the course of his sermon, spoke of Moses the lawgiver, saying: "God took the training of Moses into his own hands. He had a princely education and was acquainted with Grecian letters and Egyptian law. According to tradition, he was a soldier of the highest type, an inventor, a shipbuilder and wise in the science of state craft. He was reared in the courts of Egypt and educated in all the wisdom of the Egyptians." He tacu paid a glowing tribute to Peter Paul Brown, the founder of the Order of Moses. M. E. AGED HOME SOLD. The property of the Methodist Episcopal Home for the Aged on Lee street has been sold to the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad for $3,100. The Board of Manager has bought the property at 1622 Druid Hill avenue, and will locate the home there in the near future. The purchase price was $3.300 in (ee). Rev. W. T. H. Addison, one of the oldest ministers in the A. M. E. Church; and a veteran of the Civil War, died at his home, 1807 White street, Wednesday of last week, after a long illness. He was licensed to preach at the Charles Street A. M. E. Church, Boston, Mass., 32 years ago, by Rev. Dr. J. T. Jenifer. He was superanuated four years ago. He is survived by his wife, seven children and one grand daughter. One son, kev. Enoch T. Addison, is a student at Payne Theological Seminary, Wilberforce, O. The funeral took place from Waters A. M. M. E. Church. Rev. Dr. D. P. Seaton, pastor of the church, preached the sermon. Others who assisted in the services were Revs. C. H. Stepteau, J. A. Briscoe, C. H. Murray, J. R. Nelson, F. A. Seaton, P. H. Green, L. M. Beckett and P. W. Wortham, the latter being in charge of the services. Rev. George W. Nicholson read resolutions, extolling the life and services of the deceased from the Baltimore A. M. E. Ministers' Meeting. Letters of condolence were received from Bishop Levi J. Coppin and Rev. Dr. John Hurst. Interment was in the National Cemetery, at Loudon Park. Robert A. Elliott had charge of the funeral arrangements. A NEW PIPE ORGAN INSTALLED./ The members of St. Mary's P. E. Church have installed a fine new $1800 pipe organ, which was played for the first time on Easter Sunday morning. The members of the church are elated, especially as the whole amount has been raised and paid by the members of the church. Over $700 was raised on Easter Sunday. Rev. Father Griffith is pastor in charge, and he is very well liked and heartily supported by the membership. TRUSTEES MEET. The board of trustees of Clayton-Williams University Tuesday afternoon, to consider some matters affecting the interests of the school. In Memoriam SNYDER—In fond rembrance of my, beloved husband Thomas L. Snyder, who entered into rest on April 7th, 1908. Though lost to sight, To memory thou art ever dear. By his wife, Cornelia Snyder. LOHMAN—In sweet rembrance of my daughter, Florence, who passed away two years ago to-day April 7th, 1908. Oh, pity me for weeping. For sorrow shades my brow, She has gone from me to heaven, I have no daughter now. I am lonely, sad and weary; My troubled heart doth mourn, That the world should seem so dreary; For I feel that I am alone, By her loving mother, Lillian E. Hall. Not dead—what a beautiful tho't To cheer us through life's dreary way. Not dead, but bloomed into life Where time is eternally day. By her grandmother, Sara S. Saunders. May her soul through the mercy of God, rest in peace. RAVELING—In sad but loving memory of our dear daughter Marrian Lee, who departed this life one year ago to-day March 23 1909, at the age of 16 years and 23 days. Fold her, oh Father in Tine Arms and let her forever be, A messenger of love between Human hearts and Thee. By her parents, sisters and brothers. HAMMOND—In sad but loving memory of my dear husband, William Hammond, who departed this life five years ago April 10 1905. Obedient unto death, no thought but one. That God's most holy Will be done The blow was hard and leaves me sad. But those who sleep in Christ will God bring with him. By his wife, Elizabeth Hammond. WALLACE—In loving remembrance of my dear son Walter, who departed this life 5 years ago April 6th, 1905. So softly came the angel of death No rustling wings we heard. She flew with him to realms beyond, Without a farewell word. Oh! sweet-is to die as he, When restful shadows crept, For well we know the angel watched; While in death's arms he slept. By his mother, Julia Wallace. NELSON—In loving remembrance of our dear daughter, Emma Jans Nelson, who departed this life. one year ago, March 26th, 1900 Although one year has passed and gone. We have not ceased to mourn. As from us your soul took flight To that far distant shore. By her mother and brother. LOOK OUT. For a great day at Crisfield Sunday May 1st. The new steamer, Starlight will make a trip to the seat of the A. M. E Conference on the above date. Persons will have a chance to spend the days with relatives and friends. Boat will leave wharf, foot of Hughes street on Saturday night April 30th 11:30 P. M. Round Trip $1.00 BOOK YOUR DATES NOW Books are now open for dates to BROWN'S GROVE or any point down the Bay. The New Starlight, with a capacity of 800 or more, are fully able to accommodate any Church, Sunday School or organization. The inducements are the greatest that have ever been offered. Any one desiring a date had better apply at once to George W. Brown, 1451 N. Carey street, or can be seen any day until April 11 on board the New Starlight, foot of Caroline Street. Or apply to Walter K. Langley, 1418 Jefferson St. Don't forget the Special Leduc- There will also be Launches, Row Boats, Fishing Tackles, Boiled and Streamed Crabs. Special inducements to Fishing Parties, under the management of Abraham White. Miss Alverta Norris, of Owings Mills, Md is at Lincoln, University attending the Fraternal advent of WE ARE COMING WITH SONG TO GREET YOU..A Grand Vocal and Instrumental Concert.. GIVEN BY THE PROGRESSIVE MUSICAL CIRCLE The Brown Circle, No. 1, of East Baltimore Extends a Cordial Invitation to their Many Friends and the Public to attend their FIRST GRAND RECEPTION AND GERMAN ...At Nazarite Hall, Calvert Street near Centre Street... Monday Evening, April 18th. Grand March at 10 o'clock, led by the Coachmen's Union and Aid Association, No. 1, of Washington, D. C. Cards of Admission. 25 Cents. Musical Concert at 8 P. M. byAcademy Orchestra, Prof. Harrison Dodd, Director IN HOC SIGNO VINCES GRAND CONCERT AND ENTERTAINMENT Under the Auspices of St. Andrew's Grand Commandery, Knights Templar For Maryland and Juriediction. AT EPWORTH M. E. CHURCH, (King's Hill) Monday Evening April 18th. Tickets, 25 Cents. Sir Thos. H. Smith, R. E. G. C. Sir Chas. E. Jackson, E. C., Chair. Com. Annual Baby Rally at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church Dolphin and Etting Streets Sunday, April 24th, 1910 At 3.30 P. M., Special Rally of the Babies. At 7.30 P. M., The Juvenile Troubadours will appear in a Sacred Even Song, assisted by Prof. Lloyd Gibbs, who will render one of his choice selections. Don't Miss Treat. Positively Silver Offering at the Door. Mrs. Jennie H. Ross, President. Mrs. Fannie Johnson, Secretary Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, Pastor. R. H. BUTLER GUARANTEES EVERY ARTICLE. THE METROPOLITAN DEPARTMENT STORE, 1637 Penna. Ave. bet. McMechen and Wilson Sts. Dry Goods, Notions, Ladies and Gents' Furnishings Groceries Monday Evening, April 25th, 1910 Under the auspices of the Baltimore Bethel Council, No. 550, I. O. of ST. LUKE Now is your chance to see and hear the noted speaker who will talk on the subject: "The Negro." This speaker is well-known throughout the country as Col. J. O. Midnight, and will tell you of many interesting happenings during his travels. A musical program will also be rendered. ADMISSION 10 CENTS. Mrs. Lavinia S. Henry, Chair. Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, W. C. Mrs. Nancy E. Wilson, W. V. C. Mrs. R. J. James, Treas. Miss Sarah R. Jackson, Asst. Sec. Mrs. M. L. Gaines, W. P. C. See programs for further notice. Highland Electric Park Formerly Pitts' Electric Park The park has been thoroughly renovated and can be rent at reasonable rates. For dates apply to Sec. Ernest H. Roye, 2122 Druid Hill Ave The Board of Managers will hold a dance at the Park every Wednesday during the season. Admission 15 Cents. Tickets good any Wed JOHN H. OWENS & SON Undertakers & Embalmers $75.00 FUNERALS $65.00. A fine casket worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray or white plush; highly polished oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearse; either black, gray or white, to match casket, as desired; five heated carriages, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening grave, advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, crucifix when desired, rugs, chairs etc., all of the latest designs. This funeral cost elsewhere.....$136.00 Our price.....75.00 Saving you.....61.00 1222 Division St., bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. C. & P. Phone Mad. 4067 If Your Business Is Getting Away From You And You Are Going "Down Hill" Fast, There's Something Wrong. Maybe your business is sick and needs a Spring Nerve Tonic. AN "AD" IN THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER CURES BUSINESS ILLS. 图 Machines On Trial BUTLER GUARANTEES EVERY A IF NOT SO, SEE US FIRST WE CORRECT ALL MISTAKES FREE OF THE HONEST SEWING MACHINE Druid Hill Avenue. C. & P. Phone M. METROPOLITAN DEPARTMENT Penna. Ave. bet. McMechen and Wilson Lads, Notions, Ladies and Gents' Fun Groceries Bargains every Wednesday and S Charles Stewart. The Famous Lea the Whatcoat M. E. Church, Pine and Franklin REV. ALFRED YOUNG, Pastor Day Evening, April 25th, 1888 auspices of the Baltimore Bethel Coun I. O. of ST. LUKE a chance to see and hear the noted speaker, "The Negro." This speaker is well-known Col. J. O. Midnight, and will tell you of m ring his travels. A musical program will a ADMISSION 10 CENTS. Nia S. Henry, Chair. Mrs. S. J. C. Ra y E. Wilson, W. V. C. Mrs. R. J. James h R. Jackson, Asst. Sec. Mrs. M. L. Gain See programs for further notice. Highland Electric Park Formerly Pitts' Electric Park its Grand Opening, Wednesday A Williams, President, 716 George Street. Stewart Cooper, Treasurer, 1823 Druid Hill Ave. Charles J. Lane, General Manager, 1507 Dr ween thoroughly renovated and can be rent dates apply to See. Ernest H. Rove, 2122 D Managers will hold a dance at the Park every season. Admission 15 Cents. Tickets good nesday until used. JOHN H. OWENS @ SOUTH Denttakers & Embalmer $75.00 FUNERALS $65.00. Net worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray or oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubb ray or white, to match casket, as desired; and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, tal, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, o ceded, rugs, chairs etc., all of the latest design toral cost elsewhere. You to charge for removal of remains from Hospital Hopping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Compl St., bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. C. & P. Ph IF NOT SO, SEE US FIRST WE CORRECT ALL MISTAKES FREE OF CHARGE THE HONEST SEWING MACHINE MAN Druid Hill Avenue. C. & P. Phone Mt. Vernon 2431-M Attention!! Mr. Business Man business Is Getting Away From You. ing "Down Hill" Fast, There's Soo ing. Maybe your business is sick needs a Spring Nerve Tonic. O" IN THE AFRO-AMERICAN I CURES BUSINESS ILLS. Miss Augusta Rohobit, of 2041 Division street, is spending a week in Washington visiting friends. Mr. George M. Laue, a well-known lawyer, is quite ill at his home on Presstman street. Rev. J. A. S. Cole, pastor of the Pennsylvania Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church, was in Washington attending his district conference. Mrs. E. Grinnage, of 1711 Artic avenue, Atlantic City, N. J., who was the guest of Mrs. Mrs. Marie Faulkner, of 1530 Druid Hill avenue, has returned to her cottage in Atlantic City. Mrs. G. T. Gates, of 1622 Druid Hill avenue, has returned to the city after a visit to her mother who was ill in Pittsburg, Pa. Mrs. Ottaway Graves, of Altoona, Pa., who spent the Easter holidays with her aunts, Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Brabham, of 2221 Division street, has returned home. Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Smith, Mr. George T. Owens, Mrs. S. B. Holmes, Mr. W. H. Murray and Mrs. W. A. C. Hughes have returned from a visit to Pittsburg. Rev. Robert H. Tabb and wife of Camden, N. J., spent a few hours in the city on 1st Sunday. Miss Hallie Q. Holmes, who has been visiting her parents, Rev. and Mrs. J. A. Holmes, of 1106 Druid Hill avenue, has returned to her studies at Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, N. Y. Mrs. Sarah Peaco, of West Hoffman street, who has been in poor health for sometime, has gone to Atlantic City for the summer. She was accompanied by her daughter, Miss I. Peaco. Mise Rosie James and Mr. Harry T. Jones were quietly married on Sunday evening, March 27th, by Rev. C. C. Lane. The marriage was quite a surprise to their many friends. Mr. Garnett Wilson, of 547 West Lanvale street, has returned home from a very pleasant visit to Philadelphia and Atlantic City. While in Philadelphia he was the guest of Mr. Isaac Peck, formerly of this city. Mrs. Emma Banks and her two sisters Misses Alice and Aunie Murray have recently changed their residence to 225 Camel street, second door from Bolton street. 2t. The stork visited Mrs. Georgie D. Boston of 312 Forrest street and left a fine baby girl on March 31st 1910. Rev. Dr. John Hurst, of Washington, financial secretary of the A. M. E. Church, was in the city Monday. Rev. Thomas M. Beadenkop, of the Public Bath Commission preached at the Madison street Presbyterian Church Sunday. Rev. C. I. Withrow, of Norfolk, Va., passed through the city last week enroute from Fittsburg, Pa., where he had been attending the M. E. Conference. Miss Abbey Chase, of Washington, D. C., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Miner, of 590 St. Mary street, last we k. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Allen of 537 Laurens street entertained a number of prominent ministers at a dinner this week. DR. SHAW WARMLY WELCOMED Rev. Dr. D. W. Shaw, who has just been returned for the second year as pastor of Centennial M. E. Church, was greeted by a large congregation on last Sunday morning. The pulpit was decorated with flowers, the tokhs of esteem from friende and the Silver Star Social. One year ago there were but a handful of people at Centennial Church to greet Dr. Shaw but now the Church is pulsating with new life. CATHOLIC LEADERS MEET A meeting of the Catholie Board of Mission Work among Colored People, was held at Cardinal Gibbons' residence on Tuesday of this week. The plan to raise $100.000 annually for mission work among colored people was discussed, it is said. Rev. John E. Burke, of New York director general of Negro missions, and others were present. For proper instruction in Dress Making and the McDowell System join the night classes now being conducted at 232 Dolphin St., on Tuesday and Friday evenings from 8 to 10 o'clock. Separate classes in Embroidery and Millinery. MESS MAMIE GILLES. CONDUCT.