The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN LEDGER. VOL. XVIII. NO. 35. COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES THE IMPORTANT TOPIC JOINT EXERCISES OF THE M STREET HIGH SCHOOL AND ARMSTRONG TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL. Will Take Place Next Week And Will Be The Important Event In Washington Society—President Taft A Trustee Of Howard University—Preparing For Annual Meeting Of The National Medical Association—New Episcopal Chapel Dedicated By Bishop Harding. Bureau of the AFRO-AMERICAN LEADER. 1018 11th St. N. W. Washington. June 8.—The climax of the commencement season comes on the 17th, when the joint graduating exercises of the M Street High School, Armstrong Technical High and Normal School, No. 3 will be held in Convention Hall. The event is always a big one in Washington society and the indications are that the great auditorium estimated to accommodate 10,000 persons, will be taxed to its capacity. Mr. R. R. Horner, of the Board of Education, will deliver the commencement address and it is expected that President Taft will present the diplomas to the graduates. Company A, of the M Street High School, was the winner in the annual competitive drill of the High School Cadets, which took place in the presence of 8,000 spectators last Saturday at American League Park. The officers of the victorious company are: Wilfred Lawson, captain, Harry S. Keelan, first lieutenant, Hugh Shipley, second lieutenant. President of Lawson has been elected as a member of the Board of Trustees of Harvard University and he has accepted. He succeeds the late Gen. O. O. Howard, founder of the University, Dr. M. F. Wheatland, of Providence, R. I., an alumnus of the medical department, was chosen as a trustee, to succeed the late John F. Cook. Dr. W. S. Lofton, chairman of the general committee in charge of the arrangements for the entertainment of the National Medical Association in August, is one of the busiest men in town these days. The plans are now being worked out with great care and no stone will be left unturned to make this meeting the banner session of the organization's history Capt. Samuel P. Lyon, of the 25th Infantry, U. S. A., stationed at Seattle, Washington, has been ordered by the War Department to report at Fort Meyer, Va., where he will be placed on trial before a court martial for alleged conflict in his testimony regarding the shooting-up of Bronsville, Texas, given before the court of inquiry which met here several weeks ago. Capt. Lyon was one of the officers on duty at the time of the alleged shooting-up of the town. Capt. Howland, who conducted the recent inquiry, will be judge advocate in the Lyon trial. A lot of sensational developments may grow out of this hearing. A number of Washington teachers are planning to attend the Summer School for Teachers at Tuskegee Institute, which opens June 20. A fine curriculum has been arranged and the expense has been placed at bare costs $12.00 pays-for the entire course of four weeks including tuition, board, room rent and laundry. A new chapel at St. Mary's Episcopal Church was dedicated a few days ago. The address was delivered by Bishop Harding. The new structure is on 23rd street, between G and H streets, and Rev. O. L. Mitchell, its vicar, rector. St. Mary's is a mission of Saint John's church and has a highly representative, congregation. A bell was also presented to the chapel by Bancroft Davies and Mrs. Auguste Noble, the executive window, given by the widow of the late Dr. A. T. Augusta, in memory of Edward M. Stanton. Lincoln's Secretary of War, was dedicated in connection with the other exercises. [Picture of a man with a white beard and a dark suit, wearing a bow tie. The background is a plain black and white pattern.] [The text is in a serif font, centered, and reads: "PRESIDENT OF THE UNION OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK."] PREPARING FOR A LIVELY SEASON ANumber of Leading Lights Will Be Seen In The City-By-The-Sea The Coming Summer Bureau of the Afro-American Ledger, 1608 Arctic Avenue. Atlantic City, N. J., June 8.-The Ladies' Drill Corps of Patriche, No. 78, will give an exhibition drill at Odd Fellows' Hall on Michigan avenue, and a large number of invitations have been extended to out-of-town guests. Among the up-to-date places of business is the shoe shining parlor of H. T. Everett. 21 N. Kentucky avenue. Mr. Everett has recently made a number of improvements in his establishment among which are hot and cold baths. Mr. Charles Kidgley made a flying business trip to the metropolis last week. Mr. Fugate of Uniontown, Pa., is spending the season at the seashore. The Weekly Topic. the local newspaper, has opened a branch office at 21 N. 21 Kentucky avenue, where this paper and other Afro-Americans papers will be on sale. Mr. Daniel Barrow, a known newspaper man former of the Newport, will be in Articles for publication will receive prompt attention. Mr. Johnnie Marson, of Old Pont Comfort, Va., is here for the season. Among the leading lights that will be seen here during this season under the management of W. C. R. Adams, will be the Famous Lyric Orchestra, of Washington. Messrs. Harry Burleigh of New York, Clarence White and Joseph Douglass. Mrs. Annie Holbent's Physical Culture Class will be the attraction at St. James A. M. E. church, June 13. The Unique Organ Club will give an unique entertainment on the same date. Mr. William Pride, formerly of Philadelphia, but now manager of one of the largest schools in Scullville, and Miss Nannie Bascom, of Boston, Mass., an accomplished young lady, will be married on June 16. The future happy couple will reside in a handsomely furished home which has been recently prepared by the groom. The concert recently given by Patrarchie. No. 78, was a success, and a neat sum will placed in the treasury as a reserve for their coming trip to the B. M. C. BISHOP HOOD BANQUETTED. Washington, June 3—The congregation of Galbraith A. M.E. Zion church, tendered a reception to Bishop J. W. Hood of Fayetteville, N.C., and Bishop J. W, Smith, resident of this city. Bishop Hood is said to be the oldest living Bishop of the Methodist Episcopal church. At the reception, addresses were delivered by President Thirkield, of Howard University, Justice Terrell, Rev John Hurst, Financial Secretary of the A.M.E. Church, and a numb-r of others. Bishop Hood is celebrating his 60th anniversary, and the reception was intended largely to assist in that celebration. A PRETTY WEDDING. St. Michaels, Md., June 6th—Miss Oceola Henson and Mr. Pennington Chaney, both of this place, were the principals in a pretty wedding, which was solemnized by Rev. T. H. Kish, pastor of Unlon M. E. Church, yesterday evening at 7.30 o'clock, at the home of the bride. The wedding was a quiet but very handsome affair. BALTIMORE, SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 1910. JUST MISSED GETTING INTO A RAILROAD WRECK AS IT WAS SEVERAL OF HIS FRIENDS AND HIS ROOM MATE TO SCOTLAND WERE INJURED. Escapes By Getting Off Train At Danville—Meets A Number Of Friends In Virginia And Promises To Go Back Their Again—A Trip To Washington And From There To Philadelphia Again—Miss Lampton A Fine Clerk And Mrs. Hurst A Fine Hostess. COL. J. O. MIDNIGHT. Newark, N. J.—Hero I am today on the eve of taking the steamer for England. I am writing this Saturday morning, and want to say good bye to the people, and hope that they will all have a nice time while I am on my trip to Europe. When I wrote to you last I was in a bed car on my way to this place, and if you recall I wrote on the bed car. I got off at Danyille and spent a day with Rev. A. A. Galvin, pastor of the Baptist church there. They were holding memorial services in the High Street Baptist church of which the Rev. W. E. Hall is pastor. Dr. Galvin soon had me up there. I heard Mrs. Sarah Hill Williams read a fine piece and then I went out to the home of Dr. Galvin. After dinner I called to see some friends in Danville, and then went to the church. The next morning I was just leaving for another part of the world, when I was handed a paper and behold the bea car got in a wreck, while it remained on up, yet those in it were badly burned up, and kev. W. A. Graham of Richmond, got brushed very much. I got to the place and learned that Rev. J. P. Robinson who is to be my roommate, so badly bruised that they had to take him to a hospital in Washington and now he is able to go to Europe with me. I am just a short distance from New York and will go over there in a few hours. But coming back now to Virginia. I got off at the station and while I had not notified the Rev. W. H. Dean of the time of my arrival, he had arranged for me. I met Miss Price on her way to Washington to take a position in the office there, and then I met Miss Penn, the sister, of Rev. I. G. Penn, of Atlanta. She informed me that I was to be the guest of her sister, Mrs. Hill during my visit. Mrs. Hill is a widow, her husband was a physician of Lynchburg, having died a few years ago. Met many other friends. Had the pleasure of riding up on the street wagon with Dr. J. K. L. Disgs, president of Virginia Theological Seminary and college. Speaking of Dr. Diggs, brings to mind that he is a great young man and is doing a fine work. He has been well trained for his work and, he knows how to do it. The school is in good condition under him. He was glad to see me, and invited me to visit his school next year. It has closed for this year. I had the pleasure of talking for Rev. W. H. Dean. This young man is doing a great work in Virginia. He is pastor of the M. E. church on Jack Street, and he is doing his work well. Dr. B. Tyrel, pastor of the Diamond Hill Baptist church introduced me, and Rev. W. F. Graham was able to say a few things after I had finished my war time speech. After talking I went down and got on a bed car for Washington. I had a great time there. I went to the A. M.E. Church Extension office, and while Dr. Watson was out of the city his wife received me and told me to be at home. I took breakfast with them. Miss Marie Thomas is aficient clerk, she was working for the office, yet she is yet out of time, that adds much to her ability as a clerk. Mrs. Smith is proud of her father's friends. She is the daughter of Dr. Watson, and I tell you they have educated her. I do not know as I have told you that I met Miss Jessie M. Rollins here (Continued on Page 5) [Picture of a man in a suit with a bow tie]. NEW CHURCH RAISES A BIG COLLECTION Dr. A. L. Gaines, of Baltimore, Preaches Sermon At New Church Raleigh, N. C., June 6- Yesterday a was a great day among African Methodists of this city. Eleven months ago St. Paul A. M. E. church was destroyed by fire. The church has been rebuilt and Sunday being the opening day an extensive program was arranged. The opening sermon was to have been preached by Bishop L. J. Coppin, presiding bishop of the Second Episcopal District, but owing to urgent business elsewhere, he was unable to attend, and designated Rev. A. L. Gaies, D. D., or Baltimore, Mu., to represent him. Dr. Gaines preached at the morning service. At 3 P. M., Rev. R. H. W. Leak, D. D. preached. At 4.15 P. M., a mass meeting was held, presided over by Col. James H. Young. The chief address was delivered by Mr. Josephus Daniels, editor of the Raleigh News and Observer. At night a special meeting was held by the laity, at which an address was delivered by Prof. John R. Hawkins, commissioner of education of the A. M. B. chirch. The collection for the day amounted to $3,850.05. The passage of the church, Rev.A.J. Wilson, D., is receiving the high estate of the entire community for the masterful way in which he has conducted the affairs of the and the rapidity with which he worked in giving the members of St. Paul a church far superior to the one that was buried. During the reopening services on Sunday a large number of ministers and laymen were present from various sections of the State. While in Raleigh, Dr. Gaines was the guest of Mrs. A. H. Mebane, 419 S. Person street. DR. WASHI NGTON WILL TOUR DELAWARE Special to the AFRO-AMERICAN LEADER Wilmington, Del., June 8—Dr. Booker T. Washington, principal of Tuskegee Institute, and president of the National Negro Business League, will make a speaking tour of this state on July 3 and 4. The coming tour is similar to the ones Dr. Washington has made thru Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas; Virginia and South Carolina, and much good is expected from the helpful advice for the Tuskegee is noted. Of prominent colored men will accompany Dr. Washington. The tour will be held under the auspices of the Negro Business Leagues of Wilmington, and other cities of this State, Dr. Samuel G. Elbert, of French, and 100 streets, this city, is chairman of the committee on arrangements. He is second president of the National Negro Business League. DR. STINSON OF MORRIS BROWN GETS THE BOUNCE REMOVED FROM POSITION AS FINANCIAL AGENT BY BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE COLLEGE Dr. T. N. M. Smith, of Augusta, Explodes a Bomb-D. J. Jordon and President E. W. Lee Get Into The Fight—Rev. C. A. Wingfield Is Elected To The Position—Stinson May Hit Back By Organizing Another School On Tuskegee Principle. (Special to the Afro-American.) Atlanta, Ga., June 4—Morris Brown College of the A. M. E. church, which suffered by fire recently, was the scene of a warm debate on Wednesday evening which for a short while threatened as much destruction as did the other fire, altho not of the same character. It was the annual meeting of the trustee board, and resolutions passed deposing Rev. R. B. Stinson, the financial agent, (nside tracking the sale of the college property to the city of Atlanta. Dr. Stinson favored the industrial enlargement of the college and the sale of the property to the city, with a view of purchasing elsewhere, and in this he was said to be backed by Bishop Turner, the senior bishop of his church, and who lives here in atlanta. BISHOP SMITH OPPOSED MOVEMENT. Opposing the sale of the property and the industrial plans of Dr. Stinson, were it is said, Bishop Charles Spencer Smith, of Detroit, Mich., the president of the board of trustees E. W. Lee, president of the college, and Rev. Dr. T. N. M. Smith, of Savannah, Ga. The indications of the stormy time that was to follow came when Bishop Smith, on calling the meeting to order, announced that it was to be a secret meeting and that no one would be allowed to be present but members of the board. With the report of the committee on the sale of the property the fun began and from that time on was fast and furious. On one side was Prof. D J. Jordan, a prominent layman of North Carolina; President Lee, and Bishop Smith, President Lee clared the boundaries in indictment and was opposed to it. It would mean an insult to the membership of the college. Bishop Turner favored the sale of the college, and made a strong plea in support of the disposition of it to the city. It was questioned as to whether the trustee board had power to dispose of the property and it was finally decided to put it up to the different churches and congregations supporting the institution. AFTER STINSON'S SCALP. The fire flew when Dr. T. N. M. Smith, of Augusta, Ga., offered a resolution to depose Dr. Stinson from the position of financial agent of the college, a position which he had held for several years, and that Rev C.A. Wingfield be elected to the position. This brought out some fire arguments on both sides, Dr. Stinson charging Bishop Smith with having spread the report that he was not the legal agent of the institution. The resolution was finally passed and Dr. Stinson was out. While the resolution favored Rev. Wipfield for Stinson's place, Bishop Smith did not announce the appointment. It is presumed, however that he will not appoint Stinson, in that event it is said that Dr. Stinson has backed sufficient to build another college in Atlanta with industrial features similar to those of Tuskegee. Pocomoke City, Md.; June 7—Miss Ethel Br wn, who has been attending school at Lawrenceville, Va. has returned home for the summer. Mr. George Schoold left Monday to spend a few days in Philadelphia. Mrs. Mamie Sturgis is much improved after a long illness. P. H. C. BISHOP H. M. TURNER, D. D. SECESSION IN "MOTHER" BETHEL Fifty-six Members Withdraw Because Bishop Gaines Reappoints Rev. Thornton Phiadelphia, June 6—The revolution in "Mother" Bethel A. M. E. Church, which has been in prosperity since the reappointment by Bishop Wesley J. Gaines, of Rev. M. W. Thornton, as pastor, culminated in the withdrawal of fifty-six members and the formation of a new church organization at Hermans Hall 17th and Reed streets. Bethel A. M. E. Church, 6th street below Pine, is the ouest independent religious denomination among Afro-Americans in this country, and was founded in this city b Richard Allen in 1787. The present dissertation with in the ranks of the members is the first to ever occur in its history on account of a pasto. The letter of withdrawal to the pastor and officers, which was reaid at the opening services yesterday, follows: We, the undersigned members of the above named church, most seriously regret existing circumstances, which make it impossible to remain longer as members! We therefore take this method to inform you that we do this day, withdraw our membership from said church, as did Father Rich Allen and his coadjutors from St. George M. E. Church, in 1787, in search of religious liberty. William A. Parker, who is leader of the revolt declared yesterday at the close of the service that they had appealed to Bishop Gaines, who had refused to heed their petition, and they had taken this step as a last resort. BLACKS AND WHITES MUST NOT MARRY Representative Byrd of Mississippi Does Not Want White Folks to Marry Negroes. Washington, June 7—A bill has been introduced in Congress by Representative Byrd of Mississippi to prohibit the District of Columbia, the intermarriage of whites with Negroes and Mongolians. The penalty prescribed for violation of the proposed statute is imprisonment for not less than two years or a flame of 2500 or both. There have been a number of mixed marriages in the District of Columbia recently. SCHOOL DEDICATED Manual Training School F Boys at Tuxedo. HT (Special to Afro-American Lodge, Tuxedo. Md., June—The National Manual Training School for Colored Boys and Girls at Tuxedo, Md., presided over by Rev. S. Gerian Lamkins, was formally dedicated last Sunday. Many white and colored men prominence were present and expressed their sympathy, with the movement for the industrial and agricultural development of the youth of the land. Pen ee Pe antares ERE Nene) ise ge Pan eT | ERS ae De se pe hw See EO eee Sos ie Se ee ae Pach rae ase HETV. DEDCANG KIN[EN SGIATE PASSES neem GOOD: CITIZENS NEEDED ae oe BOS oo 2a OMT NE ee TE PvE DE 0) St 1 We db Voce ee tae ne i: SEUSS NGG 8 SRIE Te tna ee here ee errr sree eR Ne mS nom peur DEFRAUDED OUT OF IFFY PERSONS KILLED SENATE PASS Sy ees eee es See ere PVEPMAQUER UOT elle i i ae od tnetitute. Fer Negro “Youth Will. Fure| Cyr: ae Vos Gg ee a gc ee , ; eee : mttts For Meare Youth Male | Sunday =Schoolk MeMRLY $2,000,000 AND THREE HUNDRED INJURED| ~ THE RALROMD BLL) SeuseomeScencrs,| MBOAY“SEIOO a ia aa ——__—— ae Tr Shennn, Pas recently was attended | TERNATIONAL LESSON “COB 7° © fllinois Central Railroad Victim Earth k, d Cycl Th hole of Measure Had Been Under Con-| yy apward of 600 persons. The prin- MENTS FOR JUNE 12, mae . arthquake an yclone--- 1 he Wh ideation for Twelve Weeks... | cipal address was delivered by his a oe ee of Graft Conspirac, sidcration for Twelve Weeks. oo piracy. Ss h I | Ss ff F; , climates excellency Governor Stuart. Subject: The Canaanitish Woman, > ay ON THE t jouthern Italy ulters From THE FINAL NOTE WAS 50 TO. 12) , Some of se ber apenas eve Dr) Mat, 16:81.28-—Commlt “QVERGHARGES ON THE MANY REPAIRS, Shock--M inthe Rui i NOTE WA L| seven Srapae of Sarno, nia. 15:81 28-6 © “Auegation That Four Former Oficials ock--Nlany in the Kuins. _ subetlente [For House mit Accented we en Tee at mo ee AG 4 ‘Car ee z er Debates hic! fe . he of the in |.~ * [ij Of Corporation And Seven Largest Island In The Mediterranean {were thrown down in Calitrl, while | phyrough ‘The Afternoon And Eveh- oe ene ee of ta inter |, COUDEN TEXT. — "Groat ts thy. i Building. Comipanies Were In A great damage was done at othe: ee Sah stitation were the subject faith; be it unto thee even as thou P< Gounion ao Overcharge And That | Except Sicily Devastated — Sheer Fries, ‘wnien doubtless caused a con- | ins Kinet Aree Not Being Taken | esting paper read by George Vans. Jt-| wt." Matt. 15:28. 4 |" Qanroad Sten Got. Thousands of | Herders Perish With Thelr Flocks |aigerable loss of te. Until 9.55 o'Clock—Bill Will Now] ‘The students sang several vers | ‘TIME.—May. or June, A. D. 29. A <2 polars —Former Superintendent | —The Losses From The Storm Es- Prompt Relief. Go To The Conferecs—Court: Of| pleasing old thme melodies previous to} PLACE. —Neighborhood of Tyre Scee ee nonation tavolved In| timated At $2,000,000—~The King | “7H government has token koa or | Commerce Provision Precludes | Governor Stuart's address. pod sidan. a ee ae ‘And Queen Of Italy Hurry To Co- the situation with promptitude, anc | Unanimous Vote. ‘The governor expressed bis approval | EXPOSITION—I. Faith Seeking .:s ‘Oharees. Se ente Cee ee ee ee ee ee ee uuae. GbentTs —— __| of the appearance of the building and |'n Blessing, 21. 22. "Jesus desired to ee pean ntety hel nee es sha | withdraw at this me from publicity -“ Chicago (Special).—Charging that ft has been defrauded of about $2,- 00,000 on repair work in a period of four years, the Illinois Central “Railroad Company filed suit in the ‘Cireuit Court for an accounting ‘Against. four of ite former officers. “The railroad company’s Dill, which “alleges conspiracy to defraud, names the: following men: Orlando §. Kelth, former superin- tendent of transportation. | Joseph B. Buker, former assistant euperintendent of the car depart- ment. 'Wit'‘am Renshaw, former assistant ‘euperintendent of the machinery de- Dactment, john M. Taylor, former general storekeeper. * Im conection with the charges the Iilinofs Central Road declares in its “pill that these concerns profited in alleged overcharges on car repair ‘work in the following amounts: ‘The International Car Company. ‘The Blue Island Equipment Com- pany, $400,000. ‘The American Car and Equipment ‘Company, $100,000. ‘Aosterian Manufacturing Com- pany, $750,000. ‘The Memphis Car Company, $300,- 000. In addition to the suit filed against “the four former officers the railroad also filed. sults for, an accounting Sgainst the West Pullman Car Com- pany and against the American Car and Equipment Company. The filing of the suits follows an investigation by the railroad com pany and numerous rumors of an al- Jeged graft “ring,” in the Tllinois Central Railroad.” High officers of the road have stoutly denied that there ‘existed any trouble of this character. ‘The dill against the four former department heads alleges that the ‘men enteted into a conspiracy, in June, 1906, and that, from that date until April, 1910, the railroad com- “pany Was ‘defrauded out of nearly $2,000,000. ‘The defendants are al- Jeged to have represented to the cor- poration that the company's repair Work could be done more cheaply by independent concerns than at the yailroad’s own shops. When con- tracts were given to certain inde- Jnondent-concerns, the. bill charges, "te railroad company began a long series of large overcharges, from “which certain suyerintendents are Geclared to have obtained thousands ‘of dollars. Prefers Jail To Liberty. Pittsburg (Special). —After spend- Ing a great part of bis life in various .al institutions, each sentence be- {hg imposed for horse stealing, Peter Zimmerman, allas John Snyder, aged 87 years was released from the Western Penitentiary after serving ‘a 10-year term. ‘The aged prisoner stated ag he left the institution that he “was too old to work and would soon be back," Zimmerman has served terms according to his own ‘admissions in Jeffersonuille, Ind.; Foilet, Nl.; Cherry Hill, Philadelphia, and Western Pennsylvania Penitenti- Bry. 1,421 Expelled From Kiev. Kiev, Russia (Special).—Authentic figures have been obtained. on the expulsion of the Jews from Kiev. ‘hese show that 1,421 individuals have been expelled’ up to June 5 ‘and including that date. Of these 517 came under the ruling allowing them a short time in which to pre pare for their departure without re striction, while 904 received pass ports good only over the route tc theft specified destination. Two hun- ‘dred and eighty-eight persons, whe origivally were ordered expelled succeded in proving their right to residence. Zelaya Still Plotting. New. Orleans (Special). — Louts ‘Cousin, brother-in-law of Zelaya, the @eposed president of Niearauga, pass- ba through this city a few days ago ‘enroute to Nicaragua, under an fs- sumed name, according to Informa- tion Which has developed here. He fe said_to have come direct from ‘Bolgiim, where Zelaya is supposed to’ be stopping, and bis return to ‘Nicaragua is cousidered here as fore- ‘casting some important move by the ‘Gtular government. _ \ | Raft Going To Marietta, O. =‘ Washington, D. C. (Special) — “President’ Taff accepted an invita- ‘tion. to attend the commencement of ‘Marietta College, at Marietta, O., on “Jue 15, The new secretary. to’ the President, Mr. Norton, will go with Mr.:Tatt.’ In fect, it ts said that Mr. Norton will accompany the President gos all of his travels . Aviator Gets A Tumble. 7 York (Special).—Ciitford B. _farmon, an amateur, was jolted rom the seat of his aeroplane and ifurled: to the ground as he was about Sto ‘alight after a flight at Mineola, L. ys Be escaped with a bad shaking upand fow bruises, but the ma- chine was wrecked. One of the pro- gpeller:.dlades was. driven into. the ‘ground, halting the machine and pre- syenting. more, serious, consequence. jain 1. Curtiss was one, of the wit- Sgagvof the: accident. vise: FES TIES 9 7 Sia SAY OC er ee OBB Eee RN ee FIFTY PERSONS KILLED IREE HUNDRED INJURED Earthquake and Cyclone--The Whole ol Southern Italy Suffers From’ - Shock--Many in the Ruins. Largest Island In The Mediterranean (were thrown down in Calitri, while Except, Sicily Devastated — Sheep |Stest damage was done at other HBovdoro Perish With Thele locks | Roos, Nile doublons eatised 9:90 Seawt ar encour satan Rig Prompe Hale 5 “ - a ‘The government has teken hold of And Queen Of Italy Hurry To Ca- | the situation with promptitude, anc litri, In Avellino, Center Of The although the earthquake oceurre Quake Disturbance—A Terviblo| uring the night it was not long be: + fore the miilitary and civil authorities Panic At Night. _ were hard at work, rendering al¢ a prmmenes | £0: (NE injured, preparing places 0: | | || shelter for the homeless and bending | EARTHQUAKES OF RECENT. || their energies to the re-establishment 1 YEARS. |} of order. | ‘Victims. | | 1905—Calabria, Italy... 500 | | 1906—San Francisco ... 452 | | 1906—Valparaiso, Chill. 500 | | 1907—Kingston, Jamaica 1,000 | | 1907—Keing-klang, China 4,000 | | 1908—Coatonec and other | | 1. ns, Italy ...200,000 } | 1908—Coaepec and other | 1 ‘Mexican towns. 300 | {1909—Southern France. 200 | | 1910--Cartago and other | | Costa Rican I ! towns ...see++ 2,500 | Wee el Rome (Special). —Great apprehen- sion has been caused again by seis- mic disturbances, the official reports showing that the zone affected by the earthquake shocks 1s a vast one, embracing practically the whole of Southern Italy, as well as a portion of Tuscany and Venetia, to the north. But the district where serious dam- age occurred only extends about 50 miles around Mount Vulture, which is an extinct volcano near the town of Calitri, in the province of Avel- ino. 7 ‘This region bas suffered much in the past from earthquakes, and in 1851 $00 persons were killed. The number of caswlaties resulting trom the earthquake has not yet been def- §nitely ascertained, some of the re- ports estimating the dead at 40 and the injured at several hundred. It js feared that there are many buried n the ruins of the houses which FIGHT LIVES SNUFFED OUT. Six Hundred Sticks Of Dynamite Go Of Prematurely. Allentown, Pa, (Special). — The pfemature explosion of a blast in the quarry of the Lehigh Portland Ce- ment Company, at West Coplay, saul féd out the lives of eight men. ‘Among those killed was Daniel Gan. non, the foreman, of Allentown, who Teaves a family of 10 children, The others were foreigners. The men ‘were preparing three holes 60 feet and had put in 600 ticks of dynamite when the explo- sfon occurred. No one knows. the cause, Dit it is believed something fell into one of the holes, causing the eap to explode. Gannon and two men were hurdel 200 feet away, and four others were thrown into a wheat fleld. Tike Inteos In Stomach. Kansas City, Mo. (Special).—-G't ten from unbleached flour was as- simulated when placed on leaves of a Drosera plant; gluten from bleach- ed flour killed the plant, testified Dr. Gustave Mann, a professor in Tu- lane University, in the “bleached flour” case. The Drosera plant, ex plained the Professor, contains juices similar to those in the human stom- ach. Dr, Mann also said he experi mented on animals with the two kinds of flour and found that the bleached product did not digest as easily or as thoroughly as the um bleached. Lost In A Cyclone. Lisbon (Special).—Mail_ advices received from Imbamban, Portugese Bast Africa, confirm early reports of the devastation wrought by the cyclone that swept the coast of Mo- zambique early in. April. Many bodies have been washed ashore from the shipwrecks, which included the loss of a steamer with 400 natives aboard. Most of the government of- fices at Imhamban were blown down. Rurned To Death In Bed. Middletown, N. Y. (Specia?)—One man was burned to death and several injured when the home of Amal Conkling was destroyed by fire. Fred Teets, aged 21 years, was suf- focated in his Toom on the second floor while asleep and burned. The injured are Mrs. Conkling, her two children and three firemen, Tueaian Concession To Jews. eee ee wile St. Petersburg (Special).—Conces- sions to the Jews in the Caucasus were announced. Those actually in heed of medical baths in that die- trict will be allowed to go to the health resort this summer in spite of the general expulsion. Walks With Neck Broken. Pittsburg, Pal (Special). — With ‘his neck broken and. supporting bis head with both hands to keep it from falling limp onto bis shoulders, El- mer Grove. 25 years. old, walked home with the assistance.of two com- panions after he had fallen from 2 street car. When taken to a hospital later the physicians said the man amjght live, although the spinal col- umn was broken near the base of fre: ‘skull, . An operation will be per- [ormea to Teraove ‘pieces of broicen ama Z were thrown down in Calitri, while reat damage was done. at othe: Places, which doubtless caused a con siderable loss of life. Prompt Relief. ‘The government has token hold of the situation with promptitude, anc although the earthquake oceurre during the night it was not long be- fore the military and civil authorities were hard at work, rendering alc to the injured, preparing places. 0 shelter for the homeless and bendinr their energies to the re-establishment of order. Premier Luzzatti recéived word of the disaster at 5 o'clock in the morn- ing, less than two hours after the occurrence of the quake and he »° once communicated the news fo the King. Later he decided to leave for the immediate district. He intendec to go alone, but Queen Helena in- sisted upon joining him. The Kinz thought that this Was not necessary. ‘as the situation at Avellino was not to be compared with that at Messina. where they spent several days in alleviating the distress of the neople. ‘The Queen's Response. In reply to the King's protests Queen Helena retorted: "aa my presence is necessary at all festivities, it must not lack where ‘the people die and weep. In the South Italians suffer; therefore 1 must go, It is my place as a Woman and a mother.” ‘The King and Queen were cheered by the crowds at the station, but thes hurried to the train and ‘carefully inspected the medical and other sup- plies. Misfortune seems to have chosen Italy as a target. While the Sour’ has been afflicted by an earthquake the vast region of Sardinia, the largest island in the Mediterranean after Silley, Was ravaged by a violent cyclone. The districts of Lanusei, ‘Tortoll, Tbono, Blhi and Jerzu have been devastated and the crops, vine- yards and cattle destroyed. "Tt is believed that many sheep herders have followed the fate of their floc! ‘The damage in Sardinia is estimated ‘at $2,000,000. LIGHTNING'S MAD PRANKS. fears Corset From Woman's Body And Shoes Fram Feet. Pony, Mont. (Special).—During a baseball game at Ennis, lightning struck the grandstand. Mrs. M. B. Buck was holding a sunshade over her head. ‘The lightning came down the shade and branching on its four ribs, knocked down five women and four men, Mrs. Buck's corset was torn from her body and her shoes from her feet. Mrs. Buck was seri- ously injured, remaining unconscious until late at night. It js thought she will recover, The nine persons knocked down were all ‘more or less burned and injured, Mrs. Buck being most seriously injured A dog’ at her feet was instantly killed. River And Harbor Bill, Washington, D. C. (Special). ‘The report of the conferees on the River and Harbor bill was presented in Congress and was approved. As finally agreed to it carries appro- priations aggregating $51,047,718, 2 net redution of $705,500 from the amount of the bill as it passed the Senate. | BY TELEGRAPH | First Iieutenant Edmund B. Igle- hart, Third nfantry, U.S. A. was examined by an army retiring board at Annapolis, preliminary to being retired from active service. Governor Clark, of Alaska, tes- tifled before the Senate Committee to the good character of Rustgard and Faulkner, nominated for federal officers in the territory. "Attorney General Wickersham has decided that Richard Parr is entitled to recover from the government for information against the Sugar Trust. | A memorial sent dy the Ilinols Voters’ League making formal charges of bribery against Senator Lorimer was laid before the Senate. The Senate confirmed the nomina- tlon of A. Platt Andrew, of Masse- chusetts, to be assistant secretary of the treasury, Justice Wright decided that a child with one-sixteenth negro blood in her veins Is “colored” in the eyes of the law. ‘Chairman Hale, of tlie Senate Com- mittee on Appropriations, reported the Sundry Civil Bill. 5 ‘Thomas D, Murphy was nominated by the President to be postmaster at Augusta, Ga. ‘The International Moral and Social Commission has been incorporated to conduct a worldwide campaign o! moral, social and political reform, One million three hundred thous. and acres of land in Wyoming have been withdrawn from coal entry, pending classification. Republican leaders of the Sonate and House had a conference with reference to the Railroad Bill. An aerial lighthouge for the guid. aice of sky pilots has been erected at Spandau, Germany. Secretary of the Treasury Mac- Yeagh has gone to New York to look into the alleged underraluatior [frauds in the smportatfon of Panam hata. est et< MANNEN Om eee AEN ATES ear SENATE PASSES: Measure Had Been Under Con- sidcration for Twelve Weeks. iHE FINAL NOTE WAS 0 10 12 Substitute For House Bill Accepted After Debates “Which Lasted ‘Through ‘The Afternoon And Even- ing, Final Action Not Being Taken Until 9.55 o'Clock—Bill Will Now Go To The Conferees—Court- Of Commerce Provision Precludes 4 ‘Tnanimous Vote. nen See Nee ee Senate passed the Administration Railroad Bill, It had been under consideration for more than twelve weeks and practically no other busi- ness except appropriation bills were considered in that long period. Only twelve votes were recorded against the bill. ‘The practical unanimity with which the measure was' passed was due to the radical changes made in the measure from the form in which it was drafted by Attorney General Wickersham, following numerous conferences ‘at the White House on the subject of amending Interstate Commerce laws. All of the “insurg- ents” who opposed many features of the original pill voted for it. Debate ceased at 9.30 o'clock when Senator Bikins, chatrman of the Interstate Commerce Committee, moved to take up the bill which was passed by the House, and after strik- ing out the body of that measure, to substitute the matter agreed upon by the. Senate. In that form the bill was voted upon with the result that it was passed by a vote of 50 to 12. Bill's “High Spots." ‘The “high spots” in the rauroad bill as it passed the Senate may de described as follows: The bill pro- vides for the creation of a new Court ‘of Commerce for the consideration exclusively of appeals from orders of the Interstate Commerce Commis- sion. The court is to consist of five judges, to sit in Washington, their powers are to be co-ordinate with the judges of the federal Cir- cuit Court, to receive the same pay and emoluments. and are to be ap- pointed in the first Instance by the President for terms respectively ‘of one, two, three, four and five years. Each as he retires to take up the work of a circuit judge. is to be succectled by a designation from the cirenit bench, these and other va- canies to be Allet by apjointment by the Chief Justice of he Supreme Court. White the offices of the court are to be in Washington, the regular sessions are to be held here, provis- jon fs made for sittings anywhere in the United States, ‘The government, rather than the Interstate Commerce Commission, {s made the defendant in all cases coming before the court, but the commission Is permitted to intervene, as are ther interested parties. ‘The devense is placed un- der the direction of the Atorney Gen- ral, but the commission and inter- ested partlos are permitted to have cotnsel and to carry on the suit in case of the failure of the Attorney |General to do so. Appeal may be taken to the Supreme Court. BARGAIN SALE IN PANAMAS. Government To Auction $112,000 Worth Of Hats Seized For Duty. New York (Special).—Possibly in time for this summer's wear—possi- bly not until straw-bat weather is neatly or quite over for te season— the greatest bargain sale In Pana- mas ever held is in prospect, and Uncle Sam will be the auctioneer. Secretary MacVeagh, of the Treasury Department; Collector Loeb and United States District Attorney Wise talked over the recent seizure of Panama hats and decided that pro- ceedings should be taken in the fed- eral courts for thelr forfelture and condemnation. The hats, invoiced as being valued at $63,000, were sald by the government to be worth $112,000, and, with the duty added, would be worth $160,000. Goods seized in this way by the government are sold at auction. TRANSFERS THE SUIT. Wickersham Takes It From St. Louls To St. Panl, Minn. St. Paul, Minn. (Speeial).—Judge Walter H. Sanborn, presiding judge of the Bighth Judicial Cireuit Court received a certificate from Attorney General Wickersham transferring to this circuit the government suit brought in the Circuit Court at St. Louls to restain the 25 Western rail- roads from carrying into effect pro- posed advances m (relight rates. Judges Sanborn, Vandeventer, Hook and Adams finished the regular calendar, but will remain in St. Paul for two or three weeks longer should the railronds start anything jn the way of proceedings to dissolve the injunction. | Worth $5,000,000; Gets $3,000, New York (Special).—Frederick ‘T. Parsons, a retired coffee mer- chant, reputed to be worth $5,000,- 000, was appointed a deputy com- ‘missioner of water supply, gas and electricity In Queens borough, at a salary of $3,000 a year. Approves Monopolies. Caicago (Special).—Emil Seidel, Socalist mayor of Milwaukee, in a speech declared that monopolies were labor-saving devices and necessary. Mr, Seidel added that all monopolies, however, should be under the strict- est regulations. ‘Mayor Seidel was the guest of the Danish residents of Chicago-at their ‘annual celebition comimemorating the signing of the new Danish consti. tution. ed eae cia “GOOD - CITIZENS “NEEDED Institute Fer'.Negro:Youth Will. Fur-, ‘nish’Them, Says Governon'Stuart. | The dedication of the Carnegie tibra- ry. of the Institute For Negro Youth at Cheney, Pa,, recently was attended by upward of 00 persons. ‘The prin- cipal address was delivered by his excellency Governor Stuart. Some of the other speakers were Dr. Joseph Swayne of Swarthaiore col- lege. Josbua L. Bailey of Philadelphia and Senator William ©. Sproul of ‘Chester, Pa. The purposes of the {n- stitation were the subject of an inter esting paper read by George Vans, Jr. The students sang several very pleasing old time melodies previous to Governor Stuart's address. ‘The governor expressed bis approval of the appearance of the building and ‘se work on exhibit, “One of the greatest assets needed in this great commonwealth is good men and good women,” said the governor, “and this “Institution will send young men and young women ont into the world to make such in thelr own race.” He referred to the Society of Friends in glowing terms as being the greatest friends to the Negro race. He told the students they were given greater op: portunities at the present time than ever before and that, while they would recelve but small salaries ns teachers tn the beginning. they would be amply pnid for their efforts by the results ‘accomplished. SLATER NORMAL SCHOOL. Institution at Winston-Salem Has Greatly Lessened Race Friction. The state of North Carolina has made av appropriation of $12,000 to the Slater Industrial and State Nor- mai schoo! for Afro-Americans at Winston-Salem, N. C., op condition that those Interested In the school shnil raise a like amount by popular subscription. The trustees have issued an appeal to frieuds of education among our people asking for subscrip- tons, ‘They do not ask any person to give more than $1 and scem confident there are enough liberal minded per- sons In this country to make up the $12,000 needed. They say that edu- cating and Christianizing the Negro is not a local question, but one of national tmportance and te only solu tlon of the race problem. It Is asserted that tbe infuence of the Slater school bas grently_ ellm- inated race friction In tbat consmunity. ‘The contributions shonld be sevt to William A. Blair, vice president of the People’s National Bank, at Win- ston-Salem. CONFERENCE OF NEGRO . COLLEGE ‘PRESIDENTS. Meeting at Atlanta University “At- tended by Many Distinguished Educators—State Colleges Recommended. Fourteen colleges ‘were represeuted at the recent conference of Negro col lege presidents beld nt Atlanta (Ga. university. ‘There were also present representatives of the American Sup- tist Home Mission soclety. the Amert can Misslounry association, the Freed: man's Ald society. the Jotia I. Stater fund and the Jeaues fund. ‘Among those present were Dr. James EH. Dillard, formerly of Ynlaue unirersity. but now general agent ot the Slater and Jeanes funds; President Gates of Fisk university, resident Dunton of Clafin, President Kumler of Walden, Chaplain ‘f. G. Stewart U.S, An retired, of Wilberforce: Dean L. B. Moore of Howard, President Crogman of Clark and Dr. George Saie of the Baptist Hoge Mission s0- ciety. ‘The representatives held three ses: slons and discussed the need and sup- ply of colleges, the curriculum and the financial support of colleges. ‘The ses- sions were of unusual interest and value, and the eanference concluded ‘with the following statement: First—There {san Increased and press- ing demand for college trained Nogroes. ‘Second.—The Negro graduates are at present, with: very” few exceptions, Us0- folly and creditably employed. ‘Third.—The courses of study In_ there colleges do not call (or any pecullar mou- feation, but should, on the whole. cOn- form to the fenersi tne of curriculum Gesignea for the preparation of broadly @duented men to take eneir places In mod- ern elvitization ‘ Fourth.—Tiere should be at least one college for Neara students In each state, Mbesally eadowo Pirth—There xhould be every effort to- ward co-aporiston between colleges in the same locatits, t0 avold unnecessary dupll- ation of wark. Sixth.-Nevea public nigh schools are greatly petted In the south, ‘Seventh.—We belleve in pertect. honesty tn living up (6 catalogue Tequirementa of sémission. Eightha-The amount of Greek and Lat- nim colleges should sbé gradually re- iced. : ‘Ninth.—The time given to natural scl ence, English. history and soelology sbouls be ineregeed. “Tenth.--We belleve that vocational tratn- ing Is. pressing need of Negroes, but that ft shoud be preceded and accompanied by as much cultural training as ts prac- fee World’s Missionary Conference. About twenty representative pastors who are members of the national Bap- tist convention bave registered as dele- gates to the world’s missionary confer- ence to be held in Edinburgh, Scot- Jand, beginning June 15. No meeting, says Secretary L, G. Jordan of the Baptist foreign mission board, ‘since the days of the apostles will mean so much, to the cause of saissious as that great conference. Tor ten days ‘men and women from every part of: our world will plan and peay for the:cor ing of bis Iingdom. * i “A fies i SE eer aac hy haya ae Siar Voor he ors ae ee es Sunday =-School’ INTERNATIONAL LESSON ‘GoM MENTS FOR JUNE 12. Subject: The Canaanitish Woman, Matt, -15:21-28—Commit ‘Verses 21,22, wilt.” Matt. 15:28. ‘TIME.—May. or June, A. D. 25. PLACE. — Neighborhood of Tyre pnd Sidon. . | EXPOSITION.—1. Paith Seeking ‘a Blessing, 21, 22. | Jesus desired to withdraw at this time from publicity and activity (ef. ch, 12:14, 15; 142 18). He wished to be alone with the immediate elrcle of His disciples to prepare them for what lay before them. But His presence “could not be hid." Tt ean never be hid when He is’present anywhere (Mark 2:1): His glory and saving power shine out, and the needy will gather together to Him, He will draw the broken-heart-y ed to Himself wherever He goes.’ Scareely had He arrived (Mk. 7:25, R. V.), when 2 woman in sore dis- fress because of a little daughter who fvos under the power of an unclean spirit, heard of Him. It is quite like- Jy that she had“often wished, when she beara of His mighty deeds, that Be would, some day come her way. he long-hoped for hour has at last arrived, and without delay she has- tens to’ Him, This woman is an ex- ceedingly interesting and instructive character. Her position was very dis- couraging. She was outside the cove- nant promises and blessings (vs. 22, 24, 26); she was in sore distress, her daughter haying fallen under’ the power of the unseen, but real and aw- fal powers of darkness; the disciples were unsympathetic, and even the Saviour Himself seemed unheeding. ‘There was apparently no helper. Even her own mode of'approach to the Sav- jour wus mistaken. She approached Him as the “Son of David,” as if she, a Canaanite outcast, had a part in the promises to Israel.” But this women ‘got the blessing she sought in spite of all, Her faith conqucred, and made her a true child of Abraham and heir of.the promises (Gal. 3:26, 14; Luke 19:9; 18:16). A rationalistic inter- pretation of the incident would make the child's affiction simply a case of insanity or epilepsy. Demon-posses- sion, as distinguished from insanity arising from purely physiological causes, ig an established fact. Satan mustered all bis forees for the great fight on hand (Col. 2:15, R. V.) But demon-possession exists to-day, as has been clearly proven by carefully observed and recorded facts (see Demon-Possessfon and Allied Themes, by Nevius). It is a narrow and short-sighted philosophy that admits the existence of only such beings as swe can see with our poor eves. Thore is a supernatural world of bad spirits as well as good. ‘This fact will ac- count for those phenomena that re- main to spiritualism, clairvoyance, hypnotism, ete., after we havo elfimin- ated all we can by the exposure of fraud, sleight-ot-hand, natural eauses, ete. ‘This girl's case was a sad one. She was in Satan's power, and like so many of his vietims, grievously tor~ mented, But, fortunately, she hag a pelleving, praying mother. Her mother’s prayer was a model. It was earnest, direct, brief, definite, per- sonal, humble, believing, persistent, prevailing. The kernel’ of it was, “Have merey on me.” WL. Faith Tested, 23-26. To the woman's first prayer Jesus answered not a word (v. 23). This action on Jesus’ part at the first glance seems inexplicable, and out of all keeping with what we usually read of Him, But the more we study it, the more meaningful {t is seen to be, and the more evident the genuineness of the story becomes. There was a three- fold reason why Jesus paid to heed, (1) There was a real dif- ficulty in the way of giving the wo- man what she sought: she was 3 “stranger from the covenants of promise,” an alien from the common- wealth ‘of Israel, “separate from Christ” (Eph, 2:12), This difficulty was very real, but faith surmounted it, Mountains are nothing to faith. (2) ‘The woman approzched Him on a wrong footing, as a child of the Kingdom. This she afterward rect!- fied by taking her place as a Gentile dog. (“little pet dog,” however). Many of us would get more if we would only take our right place be- fore God. (3) Jesus would test her faith. He often seems not to hear when He really does. TH, Faith Overcoming ‘Difficnities and Obtaining tho Blessing, 27, 28. Im the end the woman got far more than she sought. She sought healing for her daughter. Besides this, she obtained testing, instructlon, ‘com- mendation for herself. . How wonder- fully blessed to have Jesus Himselt say to one, “Great is thy faith.” Jesus’ answer to the disciples (vs. 23, 24) is deeply significant. They begged Him to send her away, as they were annoyed at her importun- ate cries. His seemingly strange and partly irrelevant answer means, when Jooked at closely, “I can’t send her away without granting her request, and how can I grant her request when she is without the covenants and my mission?” The lessons about faith in this passage are very rich. (1) Often found when least expected. (2) Rooted: in Jesus. (3) Manifested in Tee ae a ee pee eee ae Belief Strengthens; Doubt Weaxens, We venutre a final suggestion Emphasize what you belleye! A man fs strong in proportion ‘to his faith. ‘One article of faith 1s, worth more than. a million doubts. A°man who believes only one thing may he useful but doubt is the paralysis of power. 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The best Burning Coal at the Cherpest Prices. All orders promptly attended to. Open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. One Hundred and Seven Receive Diplomas of Howard. Brilliant Scenes at Graduating Exercises of Howard University Held in Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, Washington—President Wilber P. Thikield Presides-Hon. W. T. Vernon Orator of the Occasion. One hundred and seven young men and women were graduated from Howard university, Washington, amid all the pomp and splendor of the great institution at the recent commencement. There were many distinguished educators and visitors present who gave their unqualified approval of the great work which the school is doing. Robed in somber yet stately cap and gown, which were later augmented with the hood, these young men and women presented a most interesting picture. As they marched into the vast auditorium of Metropolitan A. M. E. church the university band played patriotic airs. Round after round of applause swept over the house in ever increasing volume. A. B. The audience was composed of the parents, relatives and friends of the candidates for graduation and was, of course, HON. W. T. VERNON, for graduation and was a. of course, perfectly in sympathy and harmoniously attuned to the sentiment of the occasion. President Wilbur Patterson Thickfield presided throughout the exercises. Rev. Charles S. Mellen of Boston gave the invocation, which was profound and impressive. The address of the day to the graduating classes was delivered by Hon. William T. Vernon, register of the United States treasury. Mr. Vernon is an orator of known ability, and the effort of this occasion was pronounced as one of the grandest that he has ever delivered. For almost an hour this eloquent speaker held the undivided attention of faculty graduates and spectators. The dean of the college of arts and sciences, Professor Kelly Miller, presented the candidates for the degree of bachelor of arts. The dean of the school of theology. Dr. Clark, presented the candidates for the degree of bachelor of theology. The dean of the medical school. Dr. E. A. Balloch, presented the candidates for the degrees of doctor of medicine, doctor of dental surgery and doctor of pharmacy. The dean of the law department, Benjamin F. Leighton, Esq., presented the candidates for the degree of bachelor of laws. Rev. Matthew W. Clair and Rev. Walter H. Brooks received the degree of doctor of divinity. The graduates were called forward and as the deans designated them by name each received his diploma from the president. After leaving the president they were then invested with their hoods. The president of the university made the annual announcements. The ben- P. PRESIDENT THIRKIELD. ediction was pronounced by Dr. E. C. Morris, president of the Negro Baptists of the United States. The following is the list of graduates: Bachelor of Arts—Charles W. Barnett. Joanna M. Berry. Norma E. Boyd, Jonathan S. Butts, William C. Chase. Jr. Joshua W. Clifford, James F. Dugler, Ethel G. Joues, Leroy E. Jones, Julius H. Love, William A. Love, Reginald L. Lynch, Sarah N. Meriwether, Frederick D. Morris, George W. F. Oldham, Ernest M. Pollard, John C. Ridout, Carrie E. Snowden, Howard H. Summers, Harriet J. Terry, Wetford R. Wilson. Bachelor of Arts and Teacher's Diploma—Henley L. Cox; Sadie B. Dark, Bertha Hanson; Rufus J. Hawk- kins, Alice P. Murray, Phoebe E. Perry. Bachelor of Pedagogy—William R. Williams, A. B. Winnings, A. B. Bachelor of Divinity — Anthony Deans. John C. Diamond. John T. Jackson. Lloyd A. Perkins. Doctor of Medicine — Charles A. Allen. John Harold W. Ayers. Joliet C. Bagley. A. B.; William Henry A. Burrett. Henry C. Bembry. A. B.; Edward Elzener Best. Harold M. Breathwalte. Clarence E. Brent. Charles S. Brooks. A. B.; William A. Coleman. Michael M. Edwards, John C. Ellis, Alfred W. Harris, Jr.; William J. Harvey, Jr. A. B.; George H. Haskins, A. B.; William P. Holmes, LL. B.; Walter M. Levy, Thomas L. Lowrie, Robert A. McDaniel, Edward S. Mason, Clemente B. Mercado, Henry L. Muckleroy, John W. Plerce, A. B.; Christopher M. Roulhac, Walter wards, John C. Ellis, Alfred W. Harris, Jr.; William J. Harvey, Jr. A. F.; George H. Haskins, A. B.; William F. Holmes, LL. B.; Walter M. Levy, Thomas L. Lowrie, Robert A. McDaniel, Edward S. Mason, Clemente B. Mercado, Henry L. Muckleroy, John W. Pierce, A. B.; Christopher M. Roublac, Walter L. Scott, Raphael Stella, Roscoe M. Vaughan and George N. Woodard, B. S. Doctor of Dental Surgery—James B. Brown, Joseph B. Cherry, Conrad F. Clarke, Carey V. Freeman, William D. Giles, William D. Godfrey, Gene B. Goggins, Adolph L. Hymans, Andrew L. Jackson, Isaac M. Lawrence, B. A.; George F. Lumsden, Ph. D.; Moses A. Morrison, B. S.; Egerton L. H. Rance, Park Tancil, Anthony V. Washington and Lluford R. Willis. Doctor of Pharmacy—James H. Bynum, Reginald Q. Campfield, Sherwood L. Catlett, Enoch W. Dickerson, Robert E. Gilles, Arthur S. Gray, LL B.; James L. Hathaway, Nathaniel G. Minton and Frank H. Weaver. Bachelor of Laws — J. Fenwick Bush, George W. Blackwell, William R. Blackwell, James E. Floyd, Elijah J. Graham, Jr; Robert L. Harvey, Tommie L. Higgins, John G. Hodges, A. B.; Joseph H. M. Johnson, Isaac S. Mason, Jesse H. Mitchell, Brown W. Payne, A. B.; Charles E. Sexton, Wilfred F. Shellman, Jerome B. Smith, Clifford H. Tavernier, Walter R. Taylor, A. B., A. M.; John W. Thomas, John B. Thorne, Andrew D. Washington, John W. White and Ralph W. White, A. B., A. M. The order of the academic process was as follows: University board, marshal, candidates for bachelor's degree, candidates for higher degrees, faculties of the university, members of the university council, official guests of the university, trustees of the university, president of the board of trustees and the commencement chaplain, president and commencement orator. The committee on commencement was: Professor W. A. Joiner, chairman; Professors W. V. Tunnell, William H. McNeill, W. H. Richards and Professor Perkins. The Alumni association held its annual meeting. The annual address was delivered by Professor Dwight O. Holmes, assistant principal of the Baltimore high schools. His address aroused much college enthusiasm. Professor Kelly Miller was re-elected president of the Alumni association. J. B. The alumu banquet was held commence night. Professor Kelly Mi- ment night. Professor Kelly Miller. Hon. James A. Cobb. Miller presided. At his right sat Hon. James A. Cobb, assistant United States district attorney, who is chairman of the executive committee of the Alumni association. President Thirkindl sat at Professor Miller's left. Tonets were responded to by Ocaa Taylor for the college department, Rev. George Dillard for the theological, Dr. E. D. Williston for the medical and Attorney W. Justin Carter for the law department. OLDEST INHABITANT DIES. Mrs. Diana Long of Chicago Was Over One Hundred. According to those who knew her, Mrs. Diana Long, whose death occurred in Chicago the latter part of May, was the city's oldest inhabitant. Her immediate relatives say that Mrs. Long was born in March, 1790, at Baltimore. She served the well known King family at Linden, Aln., before the war for more than half a century and about twenty-one years after freedom came. Mrs. Long enjoyed excellent health up to 1908, when she began to decline, but her faculties were good, and she was quite active until shortly before her death. Farmers Organize For Mutual Uplift. A number of thrifty farmers of Loraine, Ga., have come together for the purpose of organizing a state farmers' union. There will be local branches in the various counties. The object of the union is for the mutual interest of the farmers of the state. Instruction in farming methods will be given from time to time. The strong will help the weak. Better crops, more efficient farming facilities and general co-operation will be among the principal features of the organization. THE OLD RELIABLE DRESSING FOR KINNY OR CURLY HAIR, IT USE MAKES STUBBORN, HARSH HAIR SOTTER, MORE PLIABLE AND GLOSSY, EASY TO COMB AND PUT UP IN ANY STYLE THE LENGTH. WILL PERMIT, WRITE FOR TESTMONIES, TELLING HOW THIS REMARKABLE REMEDY MAKES SHORT, KINNY HAIR GROW LONG AND WANY, BEST POMADE ON THE MARKET FOR DANDRUFF, ITCHING OF THE SCALD AND FALLING OUT OF THE HAIR, DEWARE OF IMITATIONS, GET THE GENUINE, PUT UP IN 25+ AND 50+ BOTTLES WITH CHARLES FORD'S NAME ON EVERY PACKAGE. • SOLD BY DRUGGISTS. IF YOUR DRUGGIST CANNOT SUPPLY YOU, WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU DIRECT AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES, SMALL SIZED BOTTLE, 25+ LARGE SIZED BOTTLE, 50+ THE OZONIZED OX MARROW CO. 216 LAKE ST. DEPT. CHICAGO, IL. AGENTS WANTED. Mr. Fisher, of the United States. Geological Survey, says: "Few coals less than fourteen inches thick are mined in a commercial way in the United States, but beds only eight inches thick are mined commercially abroad. The first English royal commission on coal supplies, in 1871, fixed twelve inches as the minimum workable thickness; however, many separate beds eight and ten inches thick are now worked commercially in England." MACCALL PATTERNS 10 15 NONE HIGHER MACCALL'S MAGAZINE 50 YEAR INCLUDING A FREE PATTERN There are more MacCall Patterns acid in the United States than of any other make of patterns. This is as encounter of their style, accuracy and simplicity account of their try to obtain the copy of The Queen of Isabel one year's subscription than any other Ladies Magazine. One year's subscription (22 numbers) costs 60 dimes. number, 5 cents. Every subscriber gets a McCall term Free. three cents Wanted. Hardcover previews on three cash commission. Pattern Catalogue of 6 dime dales) and Franklin Catalogue (selling no pre- mium free). Address THE McCALL COL. New York. Will re-open under last year's management, October 4th, 1999. Teachers from Tuskegee Inst., Hampton Inst., Armstrong Manual, and other reputable institutions have been secured for teaching, both in the academic and industrial departments. Instruction, will be given in 17 industries comprising: Dressmaking, Millinery Plain sewing, Art and Needle work, Cooking, Basketry and Upholstery and Domestic Science. Carpentry, Cabinet Making, Architectural Drawing, Dairying, Poultry Raising, Truck Gardening and Agriculture. Those wishing to enter, should apply at once for admission. Rooms are being rapidly taken. Twice as many students as last year are now enrolled. Those entering on opening day will receive special notes. Reading, tuition, washing, ironing, room, etc. per month. All students work out part of their board. No worthy student refused. Those wishing to enter should apply at once. All visitors are welcome. Cars every few minutes in the day. If you wish your boy or girl to enter an institution where they will he will recevie the best home training, send him to Laurel Institute: Geo. W. Clarke, Graduate Borden town Inst., and Tuskegee Inst. Principal. Chesapeake Line ELEGANT PASSENGER STEAMERS "COLUMBIA" AND AUGUSTA For OLD POINT COMFORT and NORFOLK. Steamers leave Baltimore daily (except Sunday) at 6.30 P. M., arriving Old Point Comfort at 6.00 A. M., and Norfolk at 7.00 A. M., where connection is made with the Rail Lines for all points South. "York River Line." "ATLANTA" For WEST POINT and BICHMOND Steamers leave Baltimore Tuesday Thursday and Saturday at 5.00 P. M. and arrives West Point at 7.45 A. M. and Richmond at 9.30 A. M. Steamers call at Gloucester, Point Yorktown, Clement's, Clay Bank and Allmonds, weather and ice conditions permitting. STEAMERS LEAVE BALTIMORE MERS 18 and 19, LIGHT CARE Through tickets to the secured, baggage checked, and state rooms reserve from the City, Ticket Offices, 119 E. Baltimore Street, ALK THUR ROBSON, Agent, 127 E. Baltimore Street, T. H. DIENER & CO. Agents, 127 E. Baltimore Street, J. EAGER, Agent, 306 N. Charles Street, or the General Offices. Light and Lee Streets, Baltimore, MD. E. L. 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All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER, 807 St. Paul Street, Baltimore, Md. Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to The Afro-American Co. Mayor Hayes said "Baltimore is a city without graft." It might have been when he was Mayor, but what about now? ... There is no doubt but an exposition would be a good thing for Baltimore and we ought to have one by all means. But the powers-that-be ought to let us get in on the ground floor and give us a little chance to get a whack at it. We might be able to help a bit. We can surely commend the attitude of President Tait in refusing to remove the twenty-ninth Infantry from Seattle because one man commits a breach of the peace. Let the authorities seek out the offender and promptly punish him as he deserves and not make an entire regiment suffer for the wrong doing of one man. The question of graft in police circles will hardly down with the recent investigation. The best that could be said of it was "not proven." Now this means much, just why it is that certain saloons can sell on Sundays and certain others cannot is something more than a mystery. It would be a good thing for the Police Board to look into these things. Where there is so much smoke there must be some fire is an old and trite saying, and will apply to the present upheaval in the City Council. It has been a wonder to more than one person how it is that a candidate for the City Council will spend a year's salary to get the nomination and work a year for the simple honor of the position. It is to say the least wonderful. The demands upon the American coal mines is constantly increasing. The maritime provinces of other countries are calling for our coal products. The report from the Department of Mines of Nova Scotia, show that coal exports to Canada are increasing. During the first five months of 1910, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, imported from this country, 767,431 tons of coal as against 549,335 for the same period of 1909. In Washington, D. C., the capital of the nation, a person having one-sixteenth part of Negro blood in him is to all intents and purposes a Negro, while in New Orleans, La., a person with less than one-fourth blood is a colored person, but a Negro. All colored folks who desire to be white had better emigrate to New Orleans. political influence resulting, Fearing the enlargement of Jewish influence a general order has been issued for the expulsion of the Jews from all of great Russia except the Polish provinces, where the segregation law allows them to reside. It does seem to us that the Jews having for centuries suffered under the heel of the oppressor, would have sympathy for other races struggling with the modern spirit of caste and ostracism. But instead of that they turn on other struggling peoples as they have on the Negroes in Maryland and help American prejudice to crush them. Let the Jews remember that while American prejudice is after the Negro today, it will be after them tomorrow. For whatsoever a nation soweth that shall it also reap. Some years ago, excursion parties of our people used to go down the harbor on mud scows, condemned and defective boats of almost any kind to get out. Just a few years ago our people were compelled to wait until the end of the excursion season before they could get a trip down the bay in a decent vessel. Today things have greatly changed and the Negroes can get a boat down the bay at almost anytime he wants it. Now this is a great change for the better, but who did it? There is but one answer to the question, and the colored people without exception know that Brown and Langley, the owners of the Starlight, have compelled this pleasant change in the conditions surrounding the colored people in the matter of excursions. And for this they ought to receive the praise and support of every self-respecting Negro in Baltimore. Here is a bit of race progress, which has done more to improve the condition of the Negroes than ten thousand speeches before great conventions and the consequent resolutions which they might pass. The men behind the Starlight had faith to believe that the colored people of Baltimore, who had suffered every phase of contemptible treatment in reference to the excursion business, would appreciate an enterprise of their own and would give it at least the patronage which they had given mud scouts and season-end steamers they were permitted to get from the white man. In some measure the colored people of Baltimore and vicinity are showing their appreciation for this new enterprise but some others who want to pose as race leaders, are leading away from this laudable enterprise of our colored citizens. We not only have a few who are indifferent, but we have some Negroes who are despicable enough, to go about and talk down the Starlight in an effort to break down its patronage, and cripple its service to the race and diminish its earning value to its owners. This is villainous, and punishable in the courts of law, and the men who walk there must tred softly, for the government does not allow brats to run this harbor with their stamp of approval upon them and thus become a menace to human life. It will prove exceedingly unpleasant for any person, who through malice, ignorance or prejudice is caught decrying the Starlight. A word to the wise is sufficient. As a matter of race pride, and feeling that to allow the Starlight to go from us to Richmond or some other port, where our people are waiting for her would be a great loss to the business and progressive spirit of our people of Baltimore. We sincerely hope that this large commissions and thoroughly equipped steamer may have the full support of our Baltimore citizens. LOOK AHEAD. The season of Commencement is a very joyful one, both to pupils and their parents. Such a season has become a fixed institution in our civil life, and it offers, the occasion and the opportunity for generous and warm expressions which are not without value both to the community and the young people who are more directly concerning. But, while it has such a joyful and pleasant note, the extreme practicalness of the fact it celebrates ought not be lost sight of, or fail to receive the consideration and attention which such a subject so richly deserves. The word "commencement" is rightly used, although, in not a few instances, sadly so, it is the "closing" rather than the commencement of life of some who receive their diplomas. May not this sad fact be, partly, because of a failure on their part to truly appreciate the meaning of the years spent in school. We make no mistake in emphasizing a truth, which should be familiar to all intelligent people, to wit; that the time spent in schools is for the purpose of training, discipling and preparing one for the active duties of life. Thus, the graduation becomes the formal entrance into the arena of public life. With bright anticipations mingled with many misgivings, parents look forward to the future life of their sons and daughters they have sustained thru such a long period of preparation. What will the future be? To this query no definite and satisfactory answer can be given. And yet, all are most anxious to know. Better results, however, could more wisely and hopefully be expected, if the period of anxiety and desire is transferred to the commencement of the physical life of the child rather than where it now stands. The work done in school is not a substitute for the work which should be done in the home. The conditions for success in after life, look rather to the home than to the school. It is a well enough for the parent, on such occasions as the "commencement," to do all within their power to make things bright and cheerful for the child. But, it is much better for the parent, from the time that the child enters the primary grade to the time the child receives his diploma, to contribute all that is, within him towards laying good and solid foundations in character building, for his child, and in making the life at home what it ought to be. This long, tedious, but faithful work of the parent will have more to do than any other thing in creating the possibilities for a successful and useful life for the child, when that child shall have begun life in earnest. In consequence of such continuous and devoted labor in the home, the faithful and competent teacher will find the conditions for the very best effort and endeavor, upon his part, and the pupil, himself will find his entire school life sweetened and permeated with such a beautiful spirit of receptivity and appreciation, that the way of learning being a delightsome pleasure, all his faculties will graciously yield to the transforming and illuminating powers of his instructors, and his whole nature will be thrilled by the dawning before him of the rare quality and helpfulness of the service he is to render in his day and generation. Parents must have visions. They must see things. With the picture of the ideal of service realized in their child before them, they will discover within the great spiritual power which keep them everlastingly at it, until by the help of the almighty, they shall behold the dream actually realized. SIXTEEN TO ONE. That the old silver phrase used so much by Mr. W. J. Bryan, the perennial candidate of the Democratic party was capable of many constructions has been repeatedly demonstrated in the years that have passed since it was first coined by the irrepressible W. J. B. It has now a new construction and in passing we might say, not in connection with the ratio of silver or of gold, but passing strange in reference in blood. We were aware of the fact that repeated mixing had impoverished the blood of the white man, but we had no idea that it had reached the point that one part of Negro blood was stronger than sixteen parts of white blood. We have had many desertations in the past years on the virility of the white blood, and what it is capable of doing, but we had no idea that with all its virility it was still so poor that one part of another race was sufficient to overcome the other sixteen parts. A learned judge, in the District of Columbia, has made the remarkable discovery that the corpuscles of Negro blood are so strong that a child or grown person having as little as one in sixteen parts Negro blood so far overcomes the other sixteen parts as to make the child or person a Negro. If it were not so serious it would be laughable to see to what extent prejudice overcomes justice in this boasted land of the free and home of the brave. To the opinion of this "another Solomon come to judgment" we have not the slightest objection. If the Negro blood is sufficiently strong to overcome to the extent of one to sixteen, we do not see anything but a bright future before the Negro. A recent scientist in discussing the Negro brain, said that there was absolutely no difference in the average weight of the Negro and Caucasian brain; when taken in the average of the same number of both. In connection then with the fact that blood is stronger, brain equal, what then will be the future of the Negro will be hard to guess, and we would advise our friends to be careful, for in the final analysis there may be too many one-sixteenth Negroes in the United States of America and then what will become of the white man. However, for the present there is no danger, but when that time does come, we think the Negro will be able to take good care of it, as well as of himself. Mrs. Grace E. Cummings, beloved wife of Rev. Charles G. Cummings pastor at Asbury M. E. Church, died after an illness of six weeks at Johns Hopkins Hospital on Tuesday morning last at 10.30 o'clock. Mrs. Cummings was well-known both in Baltimore and Washington were for a nummer of years she was engaged as a public school teacher. She was acknowledged as one of the most capable and efficient school teachers in that city. She was an active and devoted member at the 15th street Presbyterian Church at which Dr. Francis Grimke is the pastor. She also taught in the Sunday School. She was of high intellectual standing, a poetess of no mean ability, a sweet singer, and a capable musician. She was exceedingly popular and loved by all who knew her. Twelve years ago she was married to Rev. Charles G. Cummings of this city and she has been to him not only a faithful and loving wife but has rendered invaluable assistance in his work in the several churches to which he has been assigned. Her funeral was held from Asbury M. E. Church on Friday at 2 p. m. The high regard in which she was held was shown by the large crowd which attended the services and the general feeling of sorrow displayed. The services were conducted by Rev. Dr. M. J. Naylor, District Superintendent, Revs. Hayes, Gaines, Young, Carroll and others assisting. The interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemete A TESTIMONIAL. When Grace E. Shimm Cummings passed from labor to reward on Tuesday morning last, no lovlier soul and truer Christian woman was ever ushered into the presence of the Master. No sweeter voice was ever added to the heavenly choir; no more remarkable character among womankind has ever come under my observation. Of exceptional intellectual power, of the kindest, sweetest disposition, optimistic in all of her thoughts and aspirations, she was the sunlight of any gathering fortunately graced by her presence. She shone with brilliancy among the brighest and her light was the cheer and delight of the meek and lowly. As a teacher in the public schools, her instruction was clear, lucid and plain and was drunk in by the dullest and most. backward. She taught not only mind, but by unmistakable example, she taught morals and Christian living, so that today hundreds and thousands of young men and women reflect the beauties of her life and character. As a member of the church and Sunday-school she was prompt, faithful and dutiful, every willing and ready to bear her share and even that of others in simplifying the Scriptures and implanting in the young the seeds of good Christian living. Popular, and deservedly so, with all kinds and classes of men and women, she sought out those among her who needed Christian advice and direction, and with a gifted power of persuasion, with a heart full of love for all mankind, she has turned many a sad heart from sorrow to joy, brushed away many a tear and started on the road to new life and hope, and accomplishment, many an one who had nearly given up the struggle. She was a most loving, devoted, faithful and serviceable wife. Married to a minister of the Gospel, she linked her life with his in every conceivable way. She became an inseparable part of the great mission to which God called him and sharing in the answer of that call; she worked side by side with him and "was never wanting when duty or danger called;" and whatever of success may have come to him in the past or will come in the future, will be due in no small measure to the valuable assistance, the inspiring life and character of this noble woman of God. Many will be the years, that fail to echo the sweet notes of her melodious voice as she sang the thrilling, soul inspiring Gospel hymns. Dim will be the future that will enface the memory of her loving smile and cheering words. How mysterious to finite mind is the taking off of one so loved and dear to us? How pass all understanding? There is and can be but one anchor of hope and consolation to cheer us in this sadddest of all moments, and that is an avoiding faith in the promise of God. "What I do now thou dost, not know, but thou shalt know hereafter." This was the faith which our beloved Grace had. This is the faith which inspired her on the morning whose sunrise she saw but whose sunset found her in another world.' Here is here last message, June 7th, 1910: "This seems to be the day of the operation. I put my trust in God who has never failed me, and commend all my loved ones to Him whatever may be the outcome." G. E. C. Have ever nobler sentiments emanated from a human soul? Has ever one gone to their Master with greater confidence and faith? Has ever a more tender and loving message come to loved ones than there in addressed? I count it among the greatest blessings of my life to be related by law to such a heavenly soul. Her life will ever stand as "the typical woman," to which all seekers of noble womanhood and pure Christian life may well aspire. Liberia's Commercial Growth. The Liberians built coasting vessels and possess ships trading with Great Britian and the United States. A large number of the inhabitants of the African interior depend upon Liberia for their supply of European and American goods. The more important articles of export are coffee, sugar, palm oil and palm kernels, cocoa, arrow root, cautchoue, wory and kola nuts. The yearly foreign commerce amounts to about $3,000-000 at least one-third of which is imports. A SUNDAY SCHOOL SUPERINTEN- DENT SURPRISED About nine o'clock on Wednesday night June 1st, 1910, while Mr. Herbert Frisby, the superintendent of Ebenezer A. M. E. Sunday School was at the church wating for the officers and teachers of the Sunday School to attend the weekly meeting, his residence. 807 Leadenhall street was taken possession of by fifty ladies and gentlemen representing the school, Empty Stocking Club and friends of the church. When he returned home feeling somewhat disheartened, because of no meeting, this happy band, singing and shouting greeted him. An evening of much enjoyment and pleasure was spent. Addresses were made after which Mr. Frisby, the superintendent was presented a handsome, artistically engraved gold medal by the teachers and friends of the Sunday School and church. Miss Emma Norris made the presentation address. After an excellent program the guests were ushered into the dining room and partook of a bounteous least served at the table which was beautifully decorated with flowers and lights. The following were present: Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Norris, Misses, Emma Norris, Annie Russell Jennie Eoster, Estella Smith, Thekla Henson, Miller. Edith Truxson, Blanche McCoy, Carrie Brown, Grace Bailey, Sadie Brooks, Mary Guines. Florence Sorrell, Mattie Sewell, Pearl Thomas, Ida Barnes Emma Young, Pauline Thomas, Viola Frisby, Mesdames Alice G. Lee, Martha Brown, Sadie Burton, Annie Stafford, Estella Smith, Josephine Bond, Sarah Jackson, Estella White, Mary Wallace, Charlotte Johnson, Jane' Green, Jennie Doughting, Agnes Lewis, Laura Mitchell, Harriet Bailey, Ida Frisby, Messrs. Isaac Bannister, Isaiah Smith, Abraahan, Johnson, Bernard Tankard, Walter Brown, Herman Henry, Wm. Wilson, James Allen, Edgar Frisby, Joseph S. Frisby, Edward Drummond, Arnett Frisby, John Pullman, Chas. Tolson, John Murray. Women's Day Exercises The ladies of the Macedonia Baptist Church Missionary Society held their annual Women's Day services Sunday, June 5th 1910. A soul stirring sermon was delivered by Rev. Samuel Braxton at 11 a.m. Prayer and Scripture Reading for the day were in charge of Mrs. Lucetia Stevens, Mrs. Bettie Scott; Mrs. Mamie Medley, Mrs. Lettie Slaughter, and Mrs. Sarah Hall. Interesting papers were read by Mrs. Mary Chinn, Mrs. Robert Gresham, Mrs. Ella Harks, Mrs. Emna Braxton, Mrs. Mary Carter, Mrs. Bertha Thomas, Mrs. Mary Matthews, Mrs. Josephine Hardy and Miss Pannie Gresham. The Soloists were Mrs. Lucy Patterson; Mr. Thomas Bagwell, Mrs. Maggie Johnson, Miss Etta Seger, Ruth Scott, Evelyn Blackstone; duets by Miss Etta and Fannie Seger, Mr. and Mrs. James Fisher. The choir under the direction of Prof. I. P. Patterson, rendered excellent music. The inclementy of the weather did not prevent the ladies from collecting $01.23 for the improvement fund. The ladies held a collation Wednesday night to celebrate their success. Mrs. D. G. Mack, Pres. Mrs. Lilla Parks, V. President, Miss Etta Seger, Rec. Secretary, Miss F. E. Gresham, Cor. Secretary, Miss Lucy Lucy Bagwell, Statistical Secretary, Miss Caroline Johnson, asst. Statistical Secretary, Mrs. Leander Jones, Treasurer. Rev. D. G. Mack, D. D. Pastor. Notes for this column addressed to Mr. Beckett, care of this office, will receive careful attention.—Ed. The world needs men and women of power. Physical stamina and efficiency are necessary for equipping them for the world's work. The Druid Hill Park playground opened June 1st. Many children were there to the opening and many are using the swings, see-saws and giant-stride every day. Mrs. Adelaide Green is in charge and is able assisted by Misses Hayes and Briggs. This playground will be in operation during the entire season. It is open now from 3 to 6 for the convenience of school children. Baltimore is to be represented in a tennis tournament between Washington and Baltimore. Try-outs are to be had soon and the pick will be sent to hold honors. Get out in the open air, take some form of active vigorous exercise, your body needs it in order to do its work properly, Playgrounds at the various school yards will open June 27th. Parents should send their children to the nearest play centers, where they can play under wholesome influence and expert supervision. These are provisions made to keep the boy and girl off the streets, out of danger and let them play ball, quoits and ring games. Send your boy there and let him play and you will be sure of his whereabouts. Manager Dunn is having a hard time, but we hope the tables will turn soon. Conservation of health is in order. Racial power and predominance can only be obtained through this channel. Over 90 boys and 65 girls enjoyed themselves at the park playground last Tuesday. Every one should visit this place. The Y. M. C. A. played the High School Wednesday. What church will take the initiative and provide a place for the physical as well as the spiritual development of the young? Why are the young men staying away from the churches? One way of drawing and holding them is through the things they like properly supervised asd managed. A man who is really anxious about himself should think on such subjects as out of door sleeping, wholesome foods, common habits which undermine strength, and how to car for one's self. Can you swim? Learn how. Tennis is booming. Baseball is raging. Summer sports are on. While of course there will be the fellow on hand who wishes to know "Is it hot enough for you?" At the same time the Weather Man ought to let up and let things warm up a bit. A real good bunch of hot weather would make a fellow feel like the weather was somewhat seasonable. ACCIDENTALLY DROWNED. Benjamin W. Downey, of 507 W. Preston street, was accidentally drowned at Lake Roland last Saturday. The body was recovered and taken to the undertaking establishment of Robert A. Elliott, was it prepared for burial. The Jolly Maidens Entertained: A reception was given to the Jolly Maidens and Merry Bachelors at the residence of Miss Nettie Harris, one of the Jolly Maidens, Tuesday, June 7th. This reception was given was given in honor of the successful program rendered by these young people by their supervisor, Miss Mamie Woolford, at the New Good Hope Hall. Many were present and enjoyed the delightful refreshments which were served by Miss Woolford. ENTERTAINED Mr. and Mrs. Z. C. Queen enterta tained at their home, Marley, on Saturday, June 4th. Mr. S. Huston, of Salisbury, Md., and Mr. Alexander Hemley, of this city and on Sunday, 5th, Mr. George Barber, of Baltimore, and Mrs. Mary Haney of Roland Park. EXERCISES OF STATE UNIVERSITY DR. GADDIE UNVEILS PORTRAIT OF LATE DR. H. H. PORTER A GREAT BAPTIST PREACHER One Of The Most Successful Commencements In The History Of The Institution—Was Largely Attended By Citizens From All Parts Of The State—Alumni Association Holds Meeting—Thirty Young Men and Women Receive Diplomas And Certificates. (Staff Correspondence.) Louisville, June 8. -The 31st commencement exercises of State University, closed May 23rd, as one of the most successful and satisfactory in its history. Friends from afar as well as the citizens attended every exercise and the chapel was crowded to a taxing capacity. For the first time all the exercises were held on the grounds except the graduating exercises which were held at Macaulay's Theatre. This change however, did not affect the attendance but rather increased the audiences that came out night after night to witness the exercises. The alumni association held its annual meeting Tuesday evening, May 17th, when the Rev. Alex. Mannum, delivered an address on "Opportunity." Wednesday evening Rev. J. E. Wood, of Danville, Ky., delivered an address under the auspices of the Literary Society and the speaker was introduced by its president, Mr. William McLawler. Thursday evening the undergraduate entertained. Prof. J. O. Blanton presided. On this program all the departments were represented. In the Domestic Science Hall the exhibits from the Sewing, Millinery and Commercial Departments were carefully examined. The work of both teachers and pupils was highly complimented. Sunday evening at 6 o'clock the baccalaureate sermon was delivered by President Amiger. His theme was Emancipation, taken from the text John B. 32. Monday morning at 10 o'clock the Ministers' and Deacons' Union, by special invitation held their session in the University chapel. At the close of the regular meeting a memorial service was held in memory of the late Dr. R. H. Porter, of Georgetown. Ky. Rev. J. H. Pereud announced hymn "Saved by Grace," and while the audience sang Dr. Gaddie, leaning on the arm of President Amiger walked down the aisle the spot where hung the veil of the great Beppe. Dr. R. H. Porter, recently unveiled the sasquatch. A memorial fund was then collected in honor of our deceased brother. Monday evening May 23rd marked an epoch in the history of the institution when 30 young men and women received diplomas and certificates from the various departments. The Collegiate Department was represented by Mr. R. H. C. Mitchell in a well prepared oration on Citizenship, Suffrage and the Negro. Mr. Awood Cabell of the Normal Department spoke well on "The Restlessness of the Aged" Miss Mattie E. ones on the part Mattie E. ones on the influence of Woman A. Aaron W. W., Simonton addressed them on What can a Young Man Do for His Country. Was Wife Of Prominent Physician and Ardent Church Worker (Special to the Atro-American Ledger.) Brazil, Ind., June 6.—Mrs. Maria G Oliver, wife of Dr. J. E. Oliver, a prominent physicist of this place died at her residence, Friday of last week after an illness of three days. Mrs. Oliver had been stricken 3 weeks before her fatal illness, and was on the road to the city, which she took a sudden relapse which developed into pneumonia from which she died. Her funeral took place Monday, and the body was placed in a vault-suspect to removal to her birth place, Unity, Montgomery county, Md. Besides her husband, Mrs. Oliver is survived by a sister, Mrs. M. E. Murphy, of Baltimore, and two brothers, John and Greenbury Howard. of Montgomery county, Md. Mrs. Oliver was a member of the A. M. E. Zion church, of which she was a hard worker. She was also a member of the Eastern Star Chapter. A large number of friends and acquaintances attended the funeral. CAMBRIDGE NOTES (Special to the Afro-American Ledger). Cambridge, Md., June 9—Sunday was quarterly meeting day at Bethel A. M. E. Church. At three o'clock, Rev. S. S. Jolly choir and congregation were present, amid the down pour of rain. At night the Rev. P. L. Jordan, P. E., preached The funeral of Mr. Stephen Earle, Jr., was held at Waugh M. E. Church Monday afternoon. Messes. Turner and St Clair had charge of the funeral arrangements. DR. MORRIS BANQUETTED Washington, D.C., June 1.-Rev. Dr. E.C. Morris, of Helena, Ark. was the guest of honor at a banquet given last evening in the Liberty. That church church was made by Revs. S. G. Lembkins, I. Toliver, D. E. Wesman, J. H. Lee, W. Bishop Johnne, W. J. Howard, J. Milton Waldron and S. W. Baster. in town. Miss Rollins is one of the best trained scenographers of our race. Her home is Burfield, Ill. She took examination sometime ago, and it and then she snt for her to come to Washington and take a position in the Census Bureau. She is making good. Next found me in the office of the Financial Secretary. Miss E. D. Lampton greeted me with a smile. She was right at her post on time. She is a good clerk to Dr. Hurst, and is making her mark. I met Dr. Hurst on his behalf. He was getting ready to go away. On to Philadelphia was the next thing. I was glad to see many friends there. They seemed glad to see me. I escaped over there, met some friends and then returned to Washington to speak. Upon reaching Washington, I went to the office of Hon. W. T. Vernon, but he was away, so I went to see the other people. I had the pleasure of meeting Hon. C. F. Adams, who is the assistant. He is a the christian gentleman. Leaving there I came out and met Rev. Graham, who got a position from Mississippi. He started with me to the State Department. I went to the office of R. W. Thompson, the greater writer. In my mind Mr. Thompson is one of the greatest editorial writers we have today. He is a writer from way back. He was glad to welcome me to his office and went with me to the office of Secretary of State, where I secured a passport, to use on my way over. You see they must put your description on it. Let me give you three items on mine. "Mou h large, nose large, complexion, colored." I will give you this without comment. Then to the office of Dr. Watson. He presented me with a Stettson hat, so you see I have a new hat to go to Scotland, and other places abroad. I shall ever remember him and his kindness. He is the right man in the right place. I went over to the financial room, and was again met by Miss Lampion, and she called down to see me Mrs. berthea Hurst, the wife of the Secretary. Dr. Hurst was attending the New England conference, but his wife received me, and insisted that I take dinner with her. It was a fine dinner. Mrs. Hurst is a fine entertainer. Well I called to see the wife of Rev. Green, the pastor of the Adventist church. He is doing good work in his line, and the church is building up He married Miss Jessie Dorssey, of Ohio, who was connected with the Voorhees Industrial School, Den S. C.—in fact she was one of the founders. I called to Mrs. Simmons, the wife of W. J. Simmons, and called on the Randolphs. Miss Leonora. Mary and Rachel, together with their mother, made me welcome. From there I started up the street, met Judge Robert Terrell, who made me feel like I was somebody by the way he shook my ill black hand, oh his wife and Mrs. Hershaw. Metropolitan Baptist Church was my next port. I was invited there by Rev. Dr. Norman, to talk for his people, and he had them out in full bloom that I might talk to them. I was introduced by that great writer, R. W. Thompson, made my speech, and then turned my attention to leaving on the bed car. It was a nice ride to Newark. I received several presents. Miss E. D. Lampton made me a present. Then I have a fine manicure set, which the givers do not want me to mention their names. Dr. Curtis told me that he had sent me a check to Atlanta, Ga., and I will get it on my return to this country. I am delighted to say to you that I am feeling good today and ready to make the trip to Scotland. I am stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Lambert Ewing. He is a young man, and I remember when he was born in Frankfort, Ky. He is doing well here and his wife is a busy woman. Well I think I shall have to bring this letter to a stop. I do not know whether I told you Rev. J. H. Eason, of Alabama, gave me a check for one dollar. Well he did. I have the money now and will soon leave. I have met two news paper men, the editor of the New York Age, F. R. Moore and Mr. N. B. Dobson. I will tell you about them in another letter. Would Celebrate The 100th Anniversary of Harriet Beecher Stowe. (Staff Correspondence.) Washington, June 9—Mrs. Mary Church Terrel makes a suggestion that the Neutrops of the country unite in a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Hariett Beecher Stowe, the authoress of "Uncle Tom's Cabin." The date is June 14, 1911. The idea is a good one and should meet with a ready response at the hands of our churches, societies and the people generally. You and Your Friends are cordially invited to attend the closing Peary & Cook North Pole Contest Wednesday Evening June 15 1910 in the Lecture Room of the Sharp Street Memorial Church Special Musical Program. Prizes will be awarded to each Captain. Social Feature. Admission Free Mrs. N. H. Wright, President Mrs. S. B. Dickson, Secretary, Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, Pastor. Dr. Crum Of Charleston, South Carolina, Is Appointed Minister To (Special to Afro-American Ledger.) Washington D. C., June 8 President Taft sent to the Senate the nomination of Dr. W. D. Crum, of Charleston, South Carolina, to be Minister Plenepotentiary, and Counsel General to the Republic of Liberia, West Coast of Africa, to relieve Rev. Dr. Ernest Lyon, who has been at that post for the past seven years. Dr. Lyon, has served longer in this position than any of his predecessors. Some criticism, it is said, was made at the State Department, concerning Dr. Lyon's official career, and that, with a desire of the department to reward some other colored man brought about the change. For sometime it has been rumored that James C. Napier, the well known Nashville Banner, was to have received the appointment but he declined on account of business reasons. It is also rumored that he has his eye on the Registrieship of Hon. W. T. Vernon, of Kansas Dr. Crum is man whose appointment as Collector of the Port Charleston, S. C., was unsuccessful contested by white Southerners. He was renominated for the position just before the close of the administration of President Roosevelt, but was not conferred by the Senate. He subsequently resigned and a white man succeeded him. His appointment of Crum will make a complete change in the officials at the American Legation at Montvla, R.C. Bundy having succeeded George W. Elli, as Secretary of Legation several months ago. The Senate Committee on Wednesday decided to report favorable on the nomination. The Indian Revelry by the Juvenile Trubadours, under the direction of Prof. L. E. Toomey. Last appearance for the season. At Sharp St. Memorial M. E. Church, Tuesday, June 14th. Under the auspices of the Church Aid, No. 1, and the Stewardesses. Admission 15 cents. Refreshments on sale. Mrs. Lottie Peaker, president of C.A. Mrs. Susie Bay, secretary. Mrs. Charlotte Whiting, president of Stewardesses. Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, Pastor. Beautiful Cantata A Pastoral Dramatic Cantata ut Bethel A. M. E. Church. Saratoga street near Gay, Tuesday even. June 14 1910, direction of Rev. and Mrs. D. W. Shaw of Centenial M. E. church, also Crowning of May Queen. Benefit new church. Tickets 10cts children 10cts. Refreshments on sale. Alice Sampson, Chair., C. Langley, Sec. Rev. D.G. Hill Pastor. DON'T forget the Woman's Outing of Ames Mem. M. E. Church on June 16, 1910 at Greenwood Electric Park, Catonsville Md. Music by the Huntsman's Band, Charles Wesley, leader. Admission 20 cts. Lonisa Jones, pres., Mamie Curtis, sec. Rev. D. D. Turpean, Pastor. GREENWOOD ELECTRIC PARK Undoubtedly the best Park for your Summer Outing Easiest way to Make Money Without Risk. For Convenience of Renters SPACIOUS DANCING PAVILION ABUNDANCE OF SHADE PLENTY GOOD WATER USE OF PIANO GRAND SLIDE SEE-SAWS SWINGS TABLES BOOTH STOVE TUBS HURRY FOR DATES A Few Good Ones Left. SEE CHAS. C: WOODLAND Catonsville C. & P. 54W For Rent—A house at 1707 Brunt street. Ready furnished, to colored family. Apply after 6 p. m. The annual memorial services of local lodges of Knights of Pythias were held at Bethel-A. M. E. Church last Sunday night. The oration was by Dr. S. E. Maloney, of Cambridge and Mrs. Lillie G. Jones delivered a eulogy. Solo were sung by Miss Lulu Scott, and Mr. William Builer. Taps for the deceased members were sounded by Chief Bugler, John K. Liles. The grand chancellor, George A. Watt, presided. "Adam and Eve" The Entertainment and Concert of "ADAM and EVE" which was to have taken place Thursday 9th, 1910 at 8 p.m., at Bethel A. M. E. Church was posoned on account of the inclement weather to Monday June 13 at 8 p.m. Same Tickets Good. The White, chairman SUMMER RESORTS The WALNUT Will re-open June 15, 1910. Emory Grove Electric Line connects this place, with its beautiful natural scenery, to Baltimore. S00. feet elevation. Cool, good water, excellent board, out door amusements. Address MRS. S. I. GREEN. Reisterstown, Balto. Co., Md. 3m-My 21 SUMMER BOARD Mrs. William L. Passey, Boarding for summer, by day or week. Five minutes walk from St. George, station on the W. M. Railroad. Short walk from Emory Grove Car line. Locust Cottage, St. George P. O. Baltimore, County, Md. THE HOTEL LINCOLN, 22 and 24 Lincoln Avenue, Long Island. The ideal place to spend your vacation on Saturday and Sunday holidays. Delightfully located one block from the ocean. Thoroughly up-to-date in equipment and operation. Perfect in cuisine and service. Boating, bathing and fishing. Write for description booklet and free information. Address all mail to R. C. PARKER, 138 West 53 St., New York City. E. I. DORSEY, 24 Lincoln Ave., Rockaway Beach, L. I. How to reach hotel: Take any Rockaway Beach train to Hammels Station. Telephone connection. Will open June 15th to Sept. 15th. Restaurant 1894 Presstman street cor. Stockton. Meals at all hours. Table board. Ice Cream and Confections Mrs. Maggie Bond and Maxwell Proprietors. The Ladies are for POINDEXTER POINDEXTER "Hairdresser to Society" FIRST, LAST and ALL THE TIME EXPERT MASSAGING AND MANICURING MRS. ROBERTA CREDITT 1371 N. Carey Street SCALP SPECIALIST & MASSEAU Indifferent and slow growing hair, scalp diseases and premature gray given special attention. All kinds of hair sold and made up. Dyeing and Bleaching. Only purest cosmetics used. Is your skin bad? See me. A reduction for a course of treatments. Customers treated by appointment. Hours: 10 A.M. to 5 P. M. This Ad and 25 sec. requires one treatment from May 16th to 20th. 2135 Druid Hill Avenue Instructor Upon The Piano Latest Methods The Patronage Of The Public Is Solicited Gates' Pharmacy Cor. Carey and Presstman Sts. Madison 4125. MARBLE CLEANER Will clean your headstones, monuments and any kind of marble work, will make it look like new, apply to WILLIAM GAINOR, 2230 Etting street. All postal cards answered. Orders by mail receive prompt attention. WANTED a neat honest colored woman as housekeeper, to take charge of Ice Cream Department one with no incumbrance. Good home to right party. Bring reference. 1727 Maryland Avenue. Make me an offer on five shares aital stock, Metropolitan Mercantile Realtie Co., par value $25.00 per share. Apply to L. W., care of Afro-American Office, 307 St. Paul St Miss Lilly P. Gundy and Miss Eva Croxton, of Ogston street, are spending the summer at Siasconset, Mass. AMUS MEM. M. E. CHURCH, Carey and Baker Sts. Rev. D. D. Turpean, Pastor. 6.00 A. M., Class-meeting. 11. A. M., Preaching by Pastor. subject: "Calvary and the World." Text Luke 23;33. 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 7.00 P. M., Brotherhood Service. 6.45 P. M., The Sunday School will render their Children's Day program, Everybody cordially invited. CENTENNIAL M. B. CHURCH Cor. S. Caroline and Bank St. Rev. Daniel W. Shaw, D. D., pastor. 11 A. M., Sermon by the Pastor, subject: "The Child's Tomorrow." This being Children's Day, the Pastor urges the parents to bring their children to the morning service for Baptism and special Instruction. 2 30 P. M., Sunday School. Mr. A. J. Smith, Supt. 4 P. M., Class Meeting, Mr. Jos. Cooper, Leader. 8 P. M., The Sunday School will present a splendid Children's Day Concert: exercise and a collection will be taken for Education. Grand Concert Monday night by Tourist Party No. 8. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH, Franklin and Pine Sts. "King's Hill" Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor. A Great Day on King's Hill. 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Rev. J. C. Love, of St. Matthew's M. E. Church. Music by Prof. P. Bowman's choir. 3.30 P. M., Jubilee Service by 7 orphans, followed by revival services 8.00 P. M., Sermon by the pastor to Heroines of Jericho of Masons, St. John's, Zerrubabel and Emanuel Courts. Choice music by Whatcoat choir, J. E. Robinson, choreist. Prayer Meeting every Wednesday night. W. C. Tongue, Supt. 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 5 P. M., Epworth League. 8 P. M., Sermon by the Pastor, Trustees' Rally, Sunday June 19. Strangers cordially welcomed. Chas. T. Stewart, Supt. Julian W. Ross, Pres. of E. L. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH Sharp and Montgomery Sts. Rev. W. H. Gaines, D. D. Pastor. 9.30 A. M., Sunday School. 11 A. M., Preaching by the Pastor. 8 P. M., Special program, rendered by the Sunday School. This is our annual Children's Day service. You are most cordially invited to enjoy this feast of good things. Excellent music and well rendered. EASTERN M. E. CHURCH McEldrury St. & Patterson Park Av. Rev. James H. Jenkins. Pastor. 9.00 Class Meeting, D. I. Fowler, leader. 11 A. M., Sermon by Rev. D. I. Fowler. 3.00 P. M., Children's Day. 6.00 P. M., Epworth League. 8.00 P. M., Sermon by Pastor. The rally will continue. Tuesday, June 14, Excursion to Brown's Grove. John M. Barnes, Pres. E. L. J. W. Jones, Supt. S. S. GREEN SPRING M. E. CHURCH Chattolanee, Md. Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor. 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor. 3 P. M., Sunday School. 8 P. M., Children's Service. Mr. S. S. Oliver, Supt. Mrs. Jane Milligan, Pres. E. L. UNION BAPTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. near Dolphin St. Rev. Harvey Neilson, D.D. Pastor Sunday, June 12, at 3 P. M., Rev. A Young of Whatcott M. E. Church, (King's Hill) will preach one of his famous sermons to the Independent Workers, subject: "The Gospel Ship." Everybody is welcome. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Juia Thomas, President. Laura C. Garrett, Sec GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHUNCH Parrish St. near Mulberry St Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor Steward's Day 10.00 A. M. Class Meeting 11.00 A. M. Rev. T. H. Lewis. 2.00 P. M., Sunday School 3.00 P. M., Rev. L. Brickhouse 7.00 P. M., Christian Endeavor 8 P. M. Preaching EBENEZER A. M. L. CHURCH Rev. J. W. Norris, Pastor Children's Day 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. A special program for the younger children. 8.00 P. M., The more adult children will have a special pro- gram. There will be first class music Classes—Sunday at 6 A. M., Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 8 Herbert Frisby, Supt ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington Street near Pine Rev. J. C. Waters, D. D., Pastor 11.00 A. M., Preaching by Pastor Subject: The Little Troubles of Life 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 8.00 P. M., Preaching. Class Meetings—Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday evenings. All are welcome. WAYMAN MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Carroll Street near Carey Rev. David Johnson, Pastor. 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor subject: "Good News from Caan an" or the Christian Pilgrim encouraged. 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 8.00 P. M., Sermon by the Pastor subject: "The Vine and the Branches" or Christian fruitfulness assured. Edward Sorrell, Sunt. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson Rev. Dr.D. P. Seaton. Pastor. Sunday is our Kelly Day. All the members are requested to pay three dollars to meet our obligations. 11 A. M., The Pastor will preach subject; Modern Phariseeism and its anti-scriptural influence. 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. 7.45 P. M., Preaching by Pastor or stranger. All are welcome. ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH. Lexington and Carlton Streets. Rev. J. G. Martin, Pastor. Special Children's Day Service at Allen's A. M. E. Sunday School Morning, afternoon and evening. Howard d Brent, Chorister TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH. Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. Children's Day 11 A. M., Sermon by Rev. George D. Jimmerson, D.D., of the Virginia Conference. 2.30 P. M., Children's exercises by the Primary Department of the Sunday school. S P. M., An excellent program by the main school, consisting of recitations, papers and music. T. J. Holliday, Supt. BETHEL A. M. E. OHURCH, Saratoga St. near Gay, Rev. D. G. Hill, D. D.. Pastor 11 A. M., Sermon by the Pastor. 3.00 P. M., Sunday School. MADISON ST. PRESBYTERIN CHURCH. Sunday, June 12, 1910. 11.00 A. M., Sermon to the Graduating Class of Colored High and Training School. Special music by Choir, J. F. Fessenton, Chorister. 4 P. M., Communion. All are cordially welcome. CHRIST'S INSTITUTION, Ensor St. near Monument, Rev G. W. Kennard, Pastor 11 A. M., Sermon by Rev. Richard Thomas, co-pastor. 2.30 P. M., Sunday School 7.30 P. M., Preaching by Rev. Mr. Butler. Children's Day Exercises At Bethel A. M. E. Sunday School, on Saratoga street near Gay, Sunday June 12 1910 at 3 p.m. Special Literary and Musical Program. All welcome. Mr. Thaddeus Copeland. Supt., Miss Laura Campbell, S-c., Rev. D. G. Hill Pastor. C. Y. W. C. A. 1200 Druid Hill Auenue. On Sunday at 5 P.M., MISS COLT General Secretary of the Y.W.C.A. Park avenue and Franklin street, will address the ladies at the meeting. All are invited. TEDDY BEAR PARTY On Tuesday June 14th, 1910 There will be a teddy Bear to feed. The one pining the food nearest the mouth, will receive a prize. Three prizes will be awarded. New South Woodland Press Miss Ida Labar, of Philadelphia, Pa., is the guest of Mrs. Sarah Murphy, of 2019-D vision street. Advertise It Pays ROCKEFELLER'S NAME WILL LIVE Harriman's Will Fade From Human Mind, But Oil Magnate's Never. Palo Alto, Cal.—In President David Starr Jordan's address to the graduating class at Stanford University, the subject of which was "The Wealth of Nations," reference was made to the lives of E. H. Harriman and other great financiers in drawing the lesson that man's success in life is not measured by what he does for himself, but rather by what he does for humanity. "In those matters in which the permanent wealth of nations is concerned, in the long future of mental and spiritual development, the name of Harriman," said Dr. Jordan, "finds no place. The name of Newcomb in the same connection will stand in larger letters among those who by life and influence have made this world a broader and a better one." Continuing, he said: "The name of Rockefeller will not suggest Standard Oil or the association of monopolies. The Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research represents one of the wisest and most far-reaching uses to which any man's money can ever be put." Southwest Train Crews. "The train crews of the Southwest, from sheer necessity are made up of men able to take and appreciate a joke," says former Councilman L. C. Carran. "Otherwise the dreariness and monotony of their lives might kill them. "I was on a train in Arkansas recently when the brakeman came through the car and bawled out some sort of gibberish as we came to a stop. "What place is this, please?" I asked the conductor. "Place? —, this ain't no place," he said, and good naturedly, too, at that. "This is just one of the habits of the engineer. Whenever he goes so many yards he stops just from force of habit." —Cleveland Leader. Got A Flying Start. Here is an old anecdote, dressed up in new clothes and located in the liberal atmosphere of Cinchnitt. Maybe you want to read it again. If you don't: don't! Anecdote: "A guest in a Cinchnitt hotel was shot and killed. The negro porter who heard the shooting was a witness at the trial. 'How many shots did you hear?' asked the lawyer. 'Two shots, sah,' he replied. 'How far apart were they?' 'Bout like its way,' explained the negro, clapping his hand with an interval of about a second between them. 'Where were you when the first shot was fired?' 'Shinin' a gemman's shoe in de basement of de hotel.' 'Where were you when the second shot was fired?' 'Ah was a massin de Big Fo' depot."—'Birmingham Age Herald. Most Popular Joke. The most popular joke which has been published in any language in the history of the world is stated to be that which appeared in the obscure corner of the Punch Almanac for 1845. It read: "Advice to persons about to marry—Don't!" It would be interesting to know who was its author. Another, founded on a similar subject, was the "Advice to persons who have fallen in love"—Fall out!" One of the most brilliant things that ever appeared in our contemporary was the brief dialogue between an inquiring child and his impatient parent: "What is mind?" "No matter." "What is matter?" "Never mind." — Westminster Gazette. An Irish politician had just returned from a trip abroad. A friend met him and inquired: "Did you have a fine time, Mike?" "Of course, I did." "Did you visit the theatres in Paris?" "Sure, I saw all the plays." "And did you go to the cakes?" "Sure, I wus in all of 'em." "Well, tell me, Mike, and did you see any pommes de terre?" "No, I had the wife with me all the time."—Albany Argus. To Be Kept In Mind. Harold—I know that I'm not worthy of you, darling. Fair One—Remember that, Harold, and my married life is sure to be happy.—Jewish Ledger. The underground railways of Paris have a length of 32 miles. Twenty-three more miles have been authorized. A Taste A Smile And satisfaction to the last mouthful— Post Toasties There's pleasure in every package. A trial will show the fascinating flavour: Served right from the package with cream or milk and sometimes fruit—fresh or stewed. "The Memory Lingers" Phis. 10c and 15c. Sold by Grocers: Postum Cereal Co., Ltd. Battle Creek, Mich. REPUBLICANS ROUTE EUBANKS Cleveland Politicians Nominate W. R. Green In His Stead. Led by Councilman Thomas W. Fleming, 'the Colored Republicans of Cleveland Have Refused a Renomination to the Hon. Henry T. Eubanks—Young, Aggressive Men to the Front. By N. BARNETT DOD5ON. The political situation in Ohio is becoming extremely interesting. Especially is this true among the colored Republicans of Cleveland. Candidates are looming up on all sides for the state legislature. It has been the custom of the Republicans of Cleveland for a good many years to place a colored man on the state ticket. Accordingly at a recent meeting Attorney William R. Green received the nomination for the state legislature to succeed the honorable Henry T. Eubanks. For some time, it is said, party leaders in Cleveland have been considering the expediency of renominating Representative Eubanks. In this they have been largely governed by the trend of public sentiment in political circles. It all came about from the fact that during the last session of the legislature Mr. Eubanks saw fit to vote for the Elson telephone bill. While Representative Eubanks no doubt voted his convictions, public sentiment was strongly against the measure. Two white legislators from Cleveland also voted for the Elson bill along with Mr. Eubanks. Their actions in this matter have caused widespread dissatisfaction, and the political war is on in earnest. That the political deathknell of Henry T. Eubanks has been sounded loudly may be gleaned from the fact that the Cleveland Journal in a recent editorial withdrew its support from Mr. Eubanks. The Journal favored the nomination of Alexander H. Martin, William R. Green or Harry E. Davis. The Journal's first choice was Alexander H. Martin; but, finding that he was slated for a desirable position in the office of the attorney general in Washington, it turned to Lawyer Green. As a practicing attorney Mr. Green has been very successful during his fifteen years' residence in Cleveland. He is the son of the Hon. John P. Green and is the esteemed president of the Cleveland Association of Colored Men. As a military man Mr. Green looms up strongly. He is the captain of Company D. Ninth infantry, Ohio national guard. He is also happily married. Councilman Thomas W. Fleming, the well-known lawyer and versatile politician, made the speech nominating Mr. Green. The nomination is viewed as another victory for the progressive young colored Republicans of Cleveland. Among the men to be reckoned with in the political balliwickes of the city is Nahum Daniel Brascher, editor of the Cleveland Journal. Closely following Attorneys Fleming and Martin in activity and influence in politics are Samuel E. Woods, Robert L. Drake and a host of other young men of ability, experience and integrity. STATE BOARD SETTLES ON PLACE FOR NEW SCHOOL. Institution For Colored Youths Will Be Erected at Bowie, In Prince George County, Md. Bowie, in Prince George county, Md., has recently been selected by the state board of education as the place for the new normal and industrial school for colored youths. The board has purchased 175 acres of farm land at a cost of $3,000. Plans have been drawn for the main building, which will be about 54 by 54 feet. The structure will cost between $12,000 and $14,000 and will be so arranged that additions may be easily made. After the meeting of the board on June 9 work will begin on the building. It is the desire of the board to have the edifice ready for occupancy by Oct. 1. State Superintendent M. B. Stephens and W. S. Powell of the state board of education recently visited the Colored Agricultural and Mechanical school at Greensboro, N. C., and the Industrial and Normal Training school at Winston-Salem for the purpose of acquainting themselves with the methods which have made those schools successful. There will be a combination of classical and mechanical courses. The former will be especially designed for girls, with the hope of having them become teachers in the public schools of the state. Boys and young men will have access to the trades of blacksmithing, carpentry, bricklaying and farming. The farm will be in charge of an experienced farmer, who will hire the boys, thus enabling them to work their way through school. The girls will also be paid for their work. There will be no charges for tuition or dormitory accommodations. HIGH SCHOOL CLOSES: Baltimore Institution Graduates Large Class-Requirements of Students. The twenty-second annual commencement of the Baltimore (Md.) colored high school; held on Friday, June 17. was a notable event. The Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson delivered the invocation previous to the address to the graduating class, which was delivered by Professor W. E. B. Du Bols. The faculty is composed of a group of capable colored teachers, through whose unifying efforts the school has grown in efficiency and popularity as an educational center for nine years. Professor Mason A. Hawkins principal of the school, is a graduate of both Morgan college, Baltimore, and Howard university, Washington Many of the graduates of the school have entered higher institutions of learning, in which they have won high honors. Gough McDaniels, who won one of the annual prizes at Brown university this year, is one of them. The curriculum of the school is of a high standard, and students are required to measure up in both their studies and deportment before a certificate of graduation is issued to them at the yearly commencement. The graduates are: Dertha Bennett, Alverta F. Berry, Mary H. C. Bragg, Daisy B. Briggs, Carl Briscoe, Eugene Carter, Corrine Chew, Carrie A. Cooper, Ariel N. L. Dorssey, Milton Q. Dorssey, Ariel Drewry, Ellen A. Dorssey, A. Ellott, Edna M. Ford, Josephine Gaines, Leonard U. Gibson, Florence E. Glitings, Nettie P. Harris, Violet Holmes, Helen H. Jackson, Florence S. James, Noel A. Johnson, Mary V. Johnson, Ardella R. G. Jones, Aurelia S. Lewis, Edilla V. Lynch, Edna A. Maddox, Hattle A. McNeal, Laura Mason, Mary K. Owens, Caspar N. Pigott, John E. Robinson, Lottie L. Ruff, Edna M. Scott, Etta R. S. Sperger, Clarence Thomas, Juliet A. Thomas, Mary M. Thomas, Hattie A. Tyler, Elsie M. Warron, Walter T. Webb, Maggie E. West, Matilda Edna Williams, E. Mabel Williams. SELECT ORGANIZATION AMONG SINGLE WOMEN. Novel Features of the Bachelor Girls' Club of New York, Which Has Become Very Popular. One of the most novel as well as interesting organizations for women in New York is the Bachelor Girls' club. The plans for the new institution had their origin in the thrift and industry of Miss Lucilla S. Hill. The organization was perfected about six months ago with a small membership. It was a success from the start and has steadily grown in membership and popularity. Miss Hill has given much time and study to new methods for social and intellectual development among the members. The club is the only one of its kind for Afro-American women in New Mary C. MISS LUCILLA S. HILL. York. Candidates for membership are required to furnish satisfactory evidence of good moral character. They must also be vouchered for as to their age. Each member must agree not to marry unless due notice is given to the club and that the man whom she intends to marry is fully capable of bettering her condition. The social functions of the club are unique. Some are given only for the benefit of the members, while others are given for both the members and their friends. The invited guests are, of course, all men and must be those who are known to be in favor of marriage. The secrets of the club must not by any means be divulged to outsiders on pain of expulsion from membership. In the matter of occupation, ench member agrees to look out for the others in the event of any member becoming unemployed. They are also agreed as to the klud of occupation and the salary paid. This rule is to be strictly adhered to. Elke' Annual Outing at Cascade Park. The annual outing of North Slide lodge No. 124. Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Pitt- burg, was held on Monday, June 6, at Cascade park. Keystone lodge from Washington, Pa., accompanied the boys, and a good time was had. There was plenty of music and refreshments in abundance. The order is in a prosperous condition, and the members are looking forward to the annual meeting of the grand lodge in Wash- ington with much interest. The mineral wealth of the South has hardly been scratched. Untold. millions in gold, silver, iron and copper mines;await the fortunate man or men who discover their true location. A wonderful instrument called the Magnetic Needle has recently been perfected, which has been used with wonderful accuracy in discovering both mines and treasures. The needle has interchangeable parts designed for use to indicate the particular minesal sought for. Lost end buried treasures of money, gold and silver, are located. Successful miners and prospectors use these needles, but in the past they have been difficult to obtain. We understand, however, that the Prospectors and Miners Agency of Palmyra, Pa., handle a complete line of these needles and other mineral rods and would be glod to correspond with anyone interested in the subject. They issue a large catalogue which will be mailed free to anyone writing them. Address P. & M. Agency, 123 2nd St. 1 almyra, Pa. A VISIT TO THE NAVY YARD. Last autumn I had the pleasure of a visit to the Brooklyn navy yard. I was invited by the father of a friend of mine, and we asked a few of our friends. The day was a fine one, and after crossing the Brooklyn Bridge in a trolley car we walked to the navy yard. One of the boys had brought a kodak with him, and expected to take some pictures, but as we were about to enter a blue-coated official said, that it was not allowed, and he had to leave his camera behind until we came out. After entering the yard everything was a hustle and hurry. There was the hum of drills, the screeching of engines, and the incessant hammering as the men fitted the pieces of metal on the huge sides of a battleship that was being built in drydock. We then walked over to one of the battleships that was tied up to the dock, and, securing permission, we climbed up deck, where one of the sailors offered to show us around. Everything was intensely interesting, and we enjoyed our visit very much.—Howard Townsend, in the New York Tribune. Losing Its Tentacles. With many States and the United States Government in hot pursuit of the Standard Oil Company it would not be surprising if that octopus was in a somewhat distressed frame of mind. Many of its tentacles are being lopped off, so many, in fact, that it is doubtful if with even its marvelous powers of replacement it can grow new ones quite fast enough to save itself from permanent maiming. The loss of Tennessee, which has been made final by a decision of the United States Supreme Court, will probably be sevely felt by the corporation, not, perhaps, so much because it means expulsion from one State as because of the evil advertising it means and the bad odor which the Supreme Court of the United States, soon to pronounce judgment of life or death upon it, seems to find attached to it.—Providence Bulletin. 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Advices in Russia state that the agricultural Harvester Company has purchased a factory site in Moscow for the purpose of manufacturing agricultural machinery. The Australian government is considering plans for a transcontinental railroad from east to west to develop inaccessible country, to expedite the mails and for military purposes. Switzerland's great industry, the entertaining of tourists, bring her over $25,000,000 a year. The Navy Department has arranged plans whereby torpedo boats may be employed as wireless stations to receive signals from larger vessels far at sea. Perfect Security. Reporter—What would you suggest as the best safety device in case of mine accidents? Mine Magnate—Some sort of a scheme to automatically muzzle the press as soon as the accident occurs. A vessel was recently launched at a Scotch shipyard with all her machinery aboard and steam up ready BANNER YEAR IN CHURCH WORK The Abyssinian Baptist Church Breaks Financial Record. MEMBERSHIP AGAIN UNITED. Interest Quickened In Large and Influential New York Congregation by Experienced Minister Who Knows How to Handle Difficult Problems in Religious Affairs—S. R. Skerritt's Successful Career. Nineteen hundred and nine was the banner year in the long history of the Abysinian Baptist church, New York. Rev. Dr. A. Clayton Powell was called from New Haven, Conn., about eighteen months ago to this influential church. The congregation had been without a pastor about a year, and LAURENCE 6. 12. SHEBRITT. there were certain conditions which threatened to disrupt the organization, but under the grip of his determined mind and wide experience in handling religious affairs the contending factions were almost immediately united and the church began to grow as it had not grown in its history. It is now said that it has the largest morning congregations of any colored Baptist church in the north. It is a common occurrence to turn people away from the evening service for the lack of room. The clerk of the church, S. R. Skerritt, in his recent annual report says: "Pastor Powell is the right man in the right church and in the right city. This is not only the opinion of the overwhelming majority of our own members, but it is the opinion expressed by preachers and laymen and even the unsaved throughout the city." Mr. Skerritt's annual report shows that 253 members were added to the church during the past year, giving it a membership now of 2,063, and $19,064.73 was collected during the year from all sources. After meeting all expenses and paying $2,500 on the principal a balance of $3,100 was reported by the treasurer. James A. Porte, Joseph Carter and J. W. Jackson were elected to serve for the next three years on the trustee board. Other officers elected were; W. H. Taylor, superintendent of the Sunday school; C. H. Brown, treasurer; S. R. Skerritt, church clerk; Attorney John P. Williams and Miss Dorothy Royd, assistant clerks. Mr. Skerritt has been elected clerk for eighteen successive years and is one of the most popular and aggressive men among our people in New York. He is a photographer for Davis & Sanford. Fifth avenue, one of the largest art galleries in the United States. Wilkinsburg Pleasure Club's Bow. The first annual reception of the Wilkinsburg Pleasure club, held at Bank hall, Wilkinsburg, Pa. on Thursday evening, June 2, was a most enjoyable affair. The hall was well filled with the members of the club and their friends. Lively music kept the jolly young folks on the go from 8 o'clock in the evening until midnight. Everybody had a good time and went away well pleased. Charles Arter's New Invention. The success of Charles Arter, a young Afro-American of Pittsburgh, is truly gratifying to his many friends. Mr. Arter has recently invented and patented a car shifting device which a number of prominent mechanical experts declare is one of the most practical idols ever conceived. He is now in search of a promoter who will furnish the means for the construction of a working model for the new invention. Cornerstone For New Church Laid. The laying of the cornerstone of the new A. M. E. church edifice at Bellefonte, Pa., on Sunday, June 5, attracted a large gathering. Presiding Elder W. N. Anderson officiated. The exercises were very impressive. The Rev. P. E. Paul, pastor of the church, and his arm bearers received many congratulations on the success of their work and the prospects of soon entering their new house of worship. The lead pencil makers of Nummerberg, Germany, use about 700,000 tons of American cedar each year. For CULDS and GRIP. Hick's CAPDINE is the best remedy- relieves the aching and feverishness-cured sweatiness normal conditions. It's liquid-acts immediately. 10c. 25c. and 60c. atdrug stores. There are 270 known active volcanoes in the world, but most of them are too small to be dangerous. 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After Senator Heyburn had talked himself thirsty on the agricultural bill he called for a glass of water. "That reminds me," said a gentleman in the gallery, "of an incident that happened in the New York Legislature. A member had been speaking on a certain bill for more than an hour, much to the discomfort of his hearers, when he called to a glass of water and started afresh. Another member on the other side of the chamber was on his feet in life and said, "Mr. Speaker, I rise to point of order." "State your point of order, responded the speaker. 'Mr. Speaker,' said the objecting member from Schohorle County that it is out of order to attempt to run a windmill with water."—Washington Herald. "Twas The Stork. "A West Philadelphia teacher was talking about wild animals and birds to a class of little girls," sald Herman S. 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Then he met a woman, and for her sake he made a fool of himself in two days.—Cleveland Leader. Whiling Away The Hours. "So you lost your job as a plumber's assistant?" "Yes." "For what reason?" "Incompetence. The man they put me to work with liked to play pencheul and I didn't know any game but seven-up." - Washington Star. FEED CHILDREN If parents will give just a little intelligent thought to the feeding of their children the difference in the health of the little folks will pay, many times over, for the small trouble. A mother writes saying: "Our children are all so much better and stronger than they ever were before we made a change in the character of the food. We have quit using potatoes three days a day with coffee and so much meat. "Now we give the little folks some fruit, either fresh, stewed, or canned, some Grape-Nuts with cream, occasionally some soft boiled eggs, and some Postum for breakfast and supper. Then for dinner they have some meat and vegetables. 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There is some waste, to be sure, when bought at the butchers, but in the plan of a good gravy, quite plain, corned beef in the world in which there is absolutely no waste and every particle of which can be eaten. Suppose you ask your grocery for Libby's Corned Beef, which represents all the finest beef in the world, and clear pure corned beef selected first hand from the finest beef stock—no scraps or second pieces—and corned and cooked to perfection in Libby's wonderful white emuel kitchens. A can of Libby's Corned Beef has a full pickles and potato salad is a delightful meal and will be enough for four people. Corned Beef Hash.—Take the contents of a can, chop fine, add one-fourth as much onion and a small amount of water. Cook slowly until thoroughly heated, then serve on toast or without poached eggs. Corned Beef Omelette—Beat the yolks and whites of four eggs senaturally and add one-half of the whites to all of the yolks. Mix the yolks and whites on browned on the bottom, sprinkle a cup of minced corned beef over it. Spread over this the remainder of the whites, put in the oven and brown on top. Then fold and serve. Corned Beef—Mince the contents of a can of Libby's Corned Beef. Put over this a dressing of creamy gravy with the yolk of an egg beaten into it. Serve on a plate. English Broiled Dinner—You may have this in one-fourth of the time it usually takes. Put a can of Libby's Corned Beef in boiling water—it is already cooked—and serve in the usual manner with vinaigrette the economy in the use of Libby's Corned Beef, another great advantage to the housewife in using it that it is all cooked when bought and there is no necessity for the long, tedious and expensive beef. The house is not filled with steamed and odors and valuable time is sav- Libby's Corned Beef is ready for serving in any of the many ways mentioned above, and you will find it a great convenience to try it next time. 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It waxed from bad to worse, and at last I saw I had a bad skin disease. I tried many widely known doctors in different cities, but to no satisfactory result. The plague bothered me more in warm weather than in winter, and being on my leg joints it made it impossible for me to walk, and I was forced to stay indoors in the warmest weather. My hopes of recovery were by this time spent Sleepless nights and restless days made life an unbearable burden. At last I was advised to try the Cuticura Remedies [Cuticura Soap, Ointment and Pills], and I did not need more than a trial to convince me that I was on the road of success this time. I bought two sets of the Cuticura Remedies and after these were gone I was a different man entirely. I am now the happiest man that there is at least one true cure for skin diseases Leonard A. Hawtow, 11 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y., July 30, and August 8, 1909." The tax on tobacco netted $51, 887,178 for the United States Treas- ury during the year 1909. 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Those present did not allow the somewhat cool day to in anyway mar the pleasure of the occasion. Vasious games and sports were indulged in. Miss Viva Crosby and Mr. G. Davy Houston were the winners at whist and each received a very pretty prize. The Philolians were the recipients of many congratulations for the following excellent menu: Ham Sandwiches Deviled Eggs Sandwiches a la Philolian Lettu e tomato with Mayonaise Olives Pickles Bonbons The invited wert: Miss Blanche Gibson, of Washington, D. C.; Miss Gretta Scott, of Florence, S. C.; Miss Antoinette O. Henry, Mamie L. Wilson, Daisy Dial, Delta Butler, Julia L. Nichols, Daisy Bailey, Matteie F. Childs, Emma E. Clark, Inez S. Crampton, Beulah S. Wilder, Viva Crosby and Mrs. Helen B. Irvin, Messrs. G. D. Houston, GEO. Banks of Washington, D. C.; Walter H. Harris, James A. B. Callis, John P. Thomas, Samuel F. Bond, Herbert G. Savoy, Carrington L. Uavis, Drs. Edward Wright and Bennet M. Starks The Philolians are Misses Althea Washington, Florence Purviance, Bessie Davage, Annie E. Smith, sec., Mrs. Thomas F. Jones; Messrs Jas. S. Thomas, president; Elmer Henderson, vice president, William W. Brown, John D. Harley, Thomas F. Jones, John Cotton. COMMENCEMENT SEASON ON. Commencement exercises at the Colored High School practically began last night with closing day exercises at Sharp Street Memoriat M. E. Church. Rev. L. Z. Johnson will preach a special sermon to the graduating class this Sunday morning at the Madison St. Presbyterian Church. Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, who will deliver the address to the graduates this year, will be tendered a banquet after the commencement exercises next Friday night. Dr. T. S. Hawkins, of 1202 Druid Hill avenue, is arranging the affair. CHURCH BUYS PARSONAGE The congregation of Wayman Memorial A. M. E. Church, Carroll street, has purchased the six-room dwelling adjoining the church for a parsonage. During the three years, Rev. David Johnson has been pastor of the church, the church property has been purchased and the membership more than doubled. M.R. ROBERT WILSON BETTER Mr. Robert Wilson, of Baker St. well-known as valet to former Mayor F.C. Latrobe, who was injured recently in a runaway accident, is so far improved as to be able to be at his place again. Mr. Wilson, however is quite weak from his terrible experience. ANNUAL SESSION ANNUAL SESSION The Annual Session of the Maryland Co-operative Baptist Convention will be held at First Baptist Church, Annapolis, Md. next Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Rev A. Brown is president of the Convention. FOUNDERS GRAVES DECORATED Headed by state ruler, Columbus Gordon, a number of members of of the Galilean Fishermen, went to Laurel Cemetery Decoration Day and placed wreaths on the graves of Mr. and Mrs. Hemsley Nichols, founders of the order. The annual session of the Maryland Grand Lodge of Galilean Fishermen will be held early in July. A. M. E. MINISTERS. The A. M. E. ministers at their weekly meeting Monday, listened to reports from pastors of various churches. Bishop Levi J. Coppin was present at the services. On Wednesday of this week at the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. S. Lewis, of 1826 Druid Hill avenue, Miss Augusta T. Lewis, was married to Dr. R. Garland Cnissell, by the Rev. A. L. Gaines, pastor of Trinity A. M. E. Church. The wedding was witnessed only by the immediate families of contracting parties and a few intimate friends. Immediately after the ceremony, the couple left on a trip to Atlantic City. The bride is well known throughout the city, both in business and social affairs. In the farmer until her marriage she conducted one of of the most fashionable millinery and modiste establishments in the city. The groom is one of the most promising young doctors in the this city. He has built up a large practice in East Baltimore, and has gained for himself an enviable record as a physician and surgeon. After their honeymoon, Dr. and Mrs. Chissell will reside at 423 E. 23rd street. MASON-OFFORD Mr. George F. Mason and Mrs. Ida E. Offord were quietly married at the parsonage of Ames, M. F. Church on Tuesday of last week by Rev. Dr. Turpeau, pastor. The contracting parties, left as happy as could be with the blessings of the minister and well wishes of the few friends who had assembled for the occasion. A CORRECTION. Miss Virgie Newton Says Rumor Is Not True. Miss Virgie Newton, of 1132 Druid Hill avenue, in a letter to the Afro-American Ledger, states that the publication of the rumor of her marriage to Mr. Clarke is not true. The letter reads: "The article published in your paper last week concerning the marriage of Miss Newton to Mr. Clarke is absolutely not true. Will you kindly correct it in your paper of this week. I am not married, and the Wednesday mentioned I was in Ford's Opera House." Annual Dinner to Aged Was observed at Sharp St. M. E. church on last Sunday under the auspices of the Loving Service Workers, King's Daughters and Sons of the church. Over one hundred old persons from the various homes were conveyed to the church in carriages. At 11 a. m. a sermon was delivered to them by the pastor Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, followed by communion. After this service, a dinner was served and then the services were continued thruout the day. At 5 p. m. they were sent to their homes by the committee. The Circle spared no pains to make it a pleasant and happy day for the old fathers and mothers who expressed themselves as being glad to be present. The officers are Miss Estele Young, leader, Mrs. Jenny Ross, secretary. OLD FOLKS DAY Sunday May 29th was Old Folks Day at John Wesley M. E. Church. There were Old folks from every section of the city, being conveyed to the church in hacks. Impressive services were rendered all day under the supervision of the pastor, Rev. W. H. Gaines and over 100 persons were served at dinner. On last Sunday June 5th the services were continued at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church, Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, and at 8 P. M. a union service was held with the Whateout M. E. Church, King's Hill the pastor and choir were present and rendered service. There were three converts and a collection of $68.00 raised. HONORS CONFERRED Queen Esther Circle of the order of the Colden Circle, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Scottish Rite, Masons, conferred the Order of the Golden Circle last Sunday afternoon upon Mrs. Mary F. Handy, Mrs. Annie S. Banks, Mrs. Alice Knight Mrs. Lillie Gross and Miss Olivia Brown. A special sermon was preached to the assembly at Trinity A. M. Church by Dr. A. L. Gaines, Sunday night. HOUSE WARMING A genial house warming was given the new pastor, Rev. D. D. Turpeau at the new parsonage a 1363 N Calhoun street. on Monday night of this week. / The parsonage committee, had had the house newly papered and painted throughout and the family and of the pastor is now nicely and comfortably situated. Many of the friends of the church and congregation were present and enjoyed the occasion. Help Provident Hospital Excursion to Brown's Grove Under the auspices of the Board of Lady Managers assisted by the Advisory Board and Board of Dir- rectors of Provident Hospital. WEDNESDAY JUNE 29, 1910 On The Palatial Steamer Starlight Meals and refreshments served all day on boat and at grove at moderate prices Committee—Board of Directors: Dr. Wm. T. Carr. |r. President, Dr. D. Grant Scott, Treasurer. Advisory Board—Mr. T. Turzer. Pres. Mr. H. Hammond, Sec. Mr. James Fesston, Treasurer. Board Lady Managers — Mrs. Board Lady Scott, Pres. Mrs. Jane Waller Sec. Mrs. Julia Carr, V. President Mrs. Allice Ennis, Cor. Sec. Mrs. Minnie Harvey, Treas. Good Music In Attendance Boat leaves Millers Wharf foot of Caroline street, 8.30 A. M. and 2.30 P. M. Round Trip, 25 Cents Tickets can be had from members of the Boards and Drug Stores. Book Your Dates Now For Brown's Grove. June 16, Order of Moses, No. 52, Cambridge. July 8th Empty Stocking and Fresh Air Circle to Cambridge. July 14, Sharp St. M. E. E. S. S. to Cambridge, Md. To Brown's GROVE: June 13, Comet Club of E. Balto. June 14th, Eastern M. E. Church. June 15, Maryland Mutual Im- provement Society. June 19, Baptizing, Rev. Belt. June 20th, Relief Asso. of First Bap Church. June 21st, Queen Elizabeth Court Q. O. C. K. of P. June 22 Grand Council I. O. Good Samaritans and D. of S. Sunday School June 27th, Nonpareil Beneficial Society. June 28th, Epworth League Jubilee June 29, The Board of Lady Managers of Provident Hospital June 30, Willing Workers of Ames M. B. Church School and Church July 4, Furniture Men's Association July 6, Neighborhood Club, of West Baltimore Baltimore July 7 Union Bapt, Church S. S. July 11, Providence Beneficial Society. July 12, John Wesley S. S. July 14th Perkins Sq. Bapt. Church July 15 Grace Presb. Church and Y. M. C. A. July 18, The Baltimore Progressive Building and Loan Association. June 19 Asbury M. E. S. S. July 20 Bethel Council, No. 550, St. Lukes and W. M. M. Society of Bethel Church. July 21, Sharon Baptist Church July 25th First Bapt. S. S. July 26 Ladies Progressive Circle July 27 The Juvenile Council, No. A.K. of it. Sunday School July 2S, Mt. Zion M. E. and Handy Chapei A. M. E. S. S. August 1 Centennial M.E. S. S. and Ladies Aid Assc. August 8 Christian Knights of Mt. Zoon M. Church August 9 Peoples' Beneficial and Fraternal Society August 11 Mt. Siani and Wayland Baptist Churches MOONLIGHTS. June 13, N. Charles St. Porters. June 15, Tourist Party and Centennial M. E. Church. June 17, Company E. Bethel Court, No. 4, Galanthe K. of P. June 20 Middle Section Club June 21 Overture Lodge, K. of P. June 24, Atlantic Social. June 30, Phoenix Bene'l Association July 6 New Bethel Church Club July 7 Raleigh Pleasure Club July 11 Jolly Boys Chosen Pew July 15 Knights of Pythian Baud Given away $20.00 in cash Greenwood Electric Park ...JULY 4th. Series of races! No. 1, foot race about quarter of mile, purse $5.00 to the winner; No. 2, wheelbarrow race about one-six mile; purse $3.00 to winner; No. 3, bicycle race about one mile, purse $5.00 to winner; No. 4, steeple chase about quarter of mile, purse $3.00 to winner. Other contests for which cash prices will be awarded. All persons wishing to enter will please see CHAS. C. WOODLAND, C. & P. 54 W. Catonsville. Mr. Cecil Rhodes, a student of Howard University, is visiting in this city. Mrs. Hanna Hayes, of 1369, is convalescing, after a severe illness. Mrs. Henry Stokes, of 505 West 26th street, who was injured while attending the ciscus recently, is improving. BUT WE ARE ALWAYS THE BEST. ```markdown ``` THE AFRO-AMERICAN COMPANY 307 ST. PAUL ST. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear mother, Mahala Thompson who departed this life three years ago to-day June 11th, 1907. Sleep on dear mother, sweetly sleep. We loved you, but God knew best, God's will be done - He doeth well But how we miss you, no tongue can tell By her daughter, Laura Boston. Farewell dear mother, but not forever. There will be a glorious dawn We shall meet, to part, no never On that resurrection morn By her daughter, Bertha Murray. 1910 1910 Excursion Season, Baltimore, Md. Str. River Queen Secure Your Date Now. Booking & Charters Now Ready. Washington, Baltimore and Annapolis ...Railway... Wm. Lewis, Baltimore Exc. Mgr. Office and residence, 1319 Argyle Av. Hours: 7 to 9 A. M. 4 to 7 P. 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OWENS & SON Undertakers & Embalmers $65.00 FUNERALS $75.00. 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 Other Funerals as low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $175. No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. CHEAPEST PRINTERS IN MEMORIAM CLOTHING Mrs. Rebecca Feranndis. Mrs. Rebecca Fernandis died at the home of her son, Evans Fernandis, 1912. Druid Hill avenue, last Sunday after a long illness. The deceased was born in this city 74 years ago. She was the widow of John A. Fernandis, who kept a barbershop and hairdressing parlor at 415 Broadway years ago. She is survived by 6 sons and 4 daughters. Mrs. Fernandis had been a member of Bethel. A. M. E. church 60 years. The funeral took place at her late home Wednesday afternoon, the services being conducted by kev. A. L. Gaines, ussisted by Revs D. G. Hill, W. H. Gaines and L. Z Johnson. The pallbearers were her sons Messrs. Evans, Charles, John, Wells, Walter Fernandis, and son-in-law, Rev. W. A. Griffin, of Englewood, N.! Colored Baptist In Convention. Colored Baptist In Convention. The thirteenth annual session of the Colored Baptist Convention, which opened Wednesday at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Waverly, was euliven Thursday morning by Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson, declaring that the Negro in this country could not get a square deal. He declared that the purchase of Texas by the race and the migration there of the colored people to establish a government of their own would remove the Negro from the prejudiced surroundings of the white man. The Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society made their reports Thursday afternoon. After which Rev. Dr. G. R. Waller, president of the Clayton Williams University, delivered an address setting forth the needs of the school. Rev. J. A. Fry preached the educational sermon at night. Sunaay School work and the Baptist Young People's Union were discussed yesterday afternoon. Mr. J. E. Watson, president of the State B. Y. P. U., delivered his annual address. The officers are Rev. E. T. Newman, president; Rev. G. W. Carrington, first vice president; Rev. John Jones, second vice president, and Mr. Samuel J. Briggs, treasurer. There was quite a large gathering of young folk at the first reception given by the Heliotropes a social composed of a number of young ladies of this city. This reception was the first to be given by this social and was entirely successful. The guests enjoyed themselves at dancing until a late hour when refreshments were served in a tastefully decorated dining room. Later the guests departed, expressing themselves as having spent a pleasant evening. M. E. HOME. The Methodist Episcopal Home for the Aged held a housewarming at their new quarters, 1622 Druid Hill avenue, Tuesday night. CLOTHING Dr. Frank H. Weaver, one of recent graduates in pharmacy, Howard University was given surprise last Thursday evening his relatives and friends at his residence, 225 W. Biddle street Mr. Wm. Derricks, one of the oldest and most respected residents of the Green Spring Valley, has returned to his home in a much improved condition after undergoing treatment for his eyes at Christ's Institution. Miss Hattie B. Thomas, of Royal Oak, who has been attending Morgan College for the past year is visiting her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Oliver in the Green Spring Valley. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Roberts, of 911 Argyle avenue, entertained a few friends at their home Monday night, in honor of Mrs. George Garrison, who left this week to spend the summer at Atlantic City. Mr. W. L. Houston, Grand Master of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, was in the city a few days ago conferring with local members of the Order. Prof. Johnson's Band will furnish choice music on the good Samaritan Excursion to Brown's Grove, Wednesday June 22. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Randolph, of 535 Presstment street will leave the city next week for York Harbor Maine, for the summer Miss Sarah A. Topgod, of 1141 Park avenue, left the city last week for Nararausett Pier for the 'summer Miss Idiana Lee. will leave the city next week for York Harbor, Maine, for the summer. Miss Anna Brown, of Chestertown Md., who has been visiting her aunt and uncle Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hale of 381 Tyson street has returned home, much pleased with her stay. Miss Bessie S. Barbour, of 237 Dolphin street has returned to her home from North Carolina where she has been attending school. The Steamer Starlight will carry you to Brown's Grove Wednesday June 22. on the Good Samaritan Annual Excursion, Round Trip 25c. Mr. Henry Hall, age 22 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Hall, of Catonsville, died at his home on Fuston avenue on last Monday. Mrs. A. Course, the wife of Mr. Charles Course died on last Thursday evening after a short illness. Mrs. Lena Lancaster, of 622 West Biddle street, has recovered from her recent illness, and wishes to thank her friends for their many kindnesses. Mrs. Marion Lewis-Crusor, accompanied by her husband Mr. Jno. W. Crusor, of Washington, D. C., was in the city this week to attend the wedding of her sister. Mrs. Annie Haney, of 502 N. Central Avenue, spent last Wednesday in Wilmington, Del. Mr. Wm. Richie of Lincoln University, who has been visiting friends in this city, left on Tuesday for Atlantic City. Mrs. Henrietta Chase, of Barclay was in the city this week the guest of her sister, Mrs. John Wilson, of 1058 Argyle avenue. Miss Rose Murphy, has returned home from Brazil, Ind., where she went to attend the funeral of her aunt, Mrs. Maria G. Oliver, wife of Dr. J. B. Cliver, a well-known physician of that place. Among those who waived adieu to the genial Col. Midnight, was Miss Estella V. Mason, formerly of Baltimore Miss Estella V. Mason, also entertained Mr. Fernadis Holland, also a former Baltimorean but now of Philadelphia, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. R. G. L. Page have returned to Norfolk, Va., after a brief honeymoon with Mr. and Mrs. C. Edward Simms, of 226 Pine street. The bride was Miss Marcella Land and for the past five years has been a teacher in the Mission College at Norfolk. Printing that delights the eye, combining the highest in the printers art with prices that are reasonable. Give us a trial. Call at 307 St. Paul Street. 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 MISS MAMIE GILES. Conducted