The Afro-American

VOL. XIX NO. 44. SOME NEGROES WHO ARE REALLY DOING THINGS PROMINENT NEGROES FROM ALL OVER THE STATE MEET AND TELL OF THEIR SUCCESS Charles Banks Probably The Most Prominet Man In The State.—Is Leading His People Out Of The Wilderness Of Ignorance And Poverty.—Blazing The Trail And Many Are Following.—Some Of The Things They Are Doing Under His Leadership Bureau of the Afro-American Ledger, Natchez, Miss., June 30,—The largest and most successful session of the Mississippi Business League ever held in its history just closed in this city, and much good will be the result. All who attended, left feeling greatly inspired and benefited. There were present prominent men and women from all parts of the country, including doctors, lawyers, merchants, bankers, dress-makers, editors, teachers, professors, college presidents preachers, housewives, laundresses, instructors, in domestic science, and almost every other business trade or profession followed by the race. Prof S. H. C. Owens, president of Natchez College, and president of the local business League of the city, in keeping with the custom, called the League to order during the delivery of the welcome addresses. Mayor W. G. Benbrook, in representing the city in an address of welcome said that the people were delighted to have in the city men and women of a race that was once held in bondage, now showing to the world the wonderful progress made. His address while short, was full of inspiration and advice. It was a message of good cheer. Then followed an address of welcome in the name of the citizens by Dr. S. H. C. Owens, and Dr. A. W. Dumas, delivered an address in the name of the local League. The responses were made by Prof. L. J. Rowan, president of Alcorn A. and M. College; Rev. J. H. D. Robinson, of Durant, and J. E. Johnson, of Prentiss. At this point the gavel was turned over to Hon. Chas. Banks, the president of the Mississippi Negro Business League, and first vice president of the National Negro Business League. As he arose to speak, he was given an ovation whiche lasted fully five minutes. Mr. Banks is perhaps the most popular man in the whole state of Mississippi. He has spent years of his life laboring for his people. For sometime he was a successful merchant in Clarksdale, and went out of buisness for the purpose of establishing the Bank of Mound Bayou. He has served in the position of cashier and is a shrewd business man. He organized the Mississippi Negro Business League, which is one of the largest and strongest state organizations in the country. Among other things he said: "Sometime ago it was thought that oratory would win for the race recognition, but that has faded into nothingness, and now we realize that nothing will do but real worth and work. We are going to buy land, pay for it, build homes, educate our children for usefulness. PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY IN THE INTEREST OF THE RACE. We are going to listen to our men who are doing something. They are going to tell you how they started out, and how they have made success, and from their story we want to take courage and continue to go up. Man cannot stand still, but he is going up or down all the time." "Conducting a shoe store," was told in a simple way by C.W.Kelly, of Port Gibson. "A wife's place in her husband's business" was the subject of a practical talk by Mrs. L. C. Jefferson, of Vicksburg. Dr. D. W. Sherwood, delivered a message from the Medical Association of Mississippi, and Prof. W. W. Blackburn, bore a message from the State Teachers' Association. At the night session many people were unable to get inside of the church. Prof F. J. Norwood, of Gloster, made the first address. He told what the race was doing in South Mississippi, and Dr. C. H. Wheeler, told what was being done in East Mississippi, and Prof. M.S. Stewart, cashier of the American Bank, Jackson, told about the banking business by Negroes. Prof. Kelly Miller, of Howard University made the principal address of the evening. It was freighted with common sense advice. It was scholarly, yet within the reach of all. He was given an ovation. At the session Thursday morning, which was the closing day, addresses were delivered by Prof. M. P. Nicholson, of New Orleans; E. P. Booze, Mound Bayou; Rev. S. P. Felder, Greenville; Editor J. C. Chappelle, Greenville; Harvey Ransom, Natchez; Prof. H. T. Tanner, and Asom Jefferson, Lexington. The announcement of the election of officers, report of committee on resolutions and announcements from the Executive Board concluded the meeting. Colored Clerks Get More Salary (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, D. C., July 5—The beginning of the fiscal year in the several departments brought happiness to many colored employees in the service of Uncle Sam. In the Treasury, A. J. Payne went from $1,000 to $1,200; Bismarck Pinback went from $1,400 to $1,600, as did the Hon. W. H. Clifford, of Cleveland, O.; John Green and William Porter went from $720 to $840; R. W. Thompson got a second raise in forty days. In the District Building, Lieut. Frank Cheek was raised from $1,200 to $1,400 per annum. Oliver Randolph was transferred from Auditor Tyler's office to the Post Office department. W. H. Sykes, of Georgia went to the Bureau of Printing and Engraving. These are a few of the many changes made. Now With Postal Commission (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, D. C., July 7—Mr. Joseph E. Johnson, for many years a member of the corps of stenographers of the House of Representatives, has been appointed to a similar position with the United States Postal Commission, which has to do with the regulations governing the weighing of second class mail matter. Mr. Johnson goes to New York this week to be ready to sit with the commission at its opening, July 16 in the Federal building at Broadway and City Hall Park. Editor Banquetted Louisville, Ky., June 27.—Cary B. Lewis, managing editor of the Illinois Chronicle, was tendered a banquet here Saturday night by James B. Harris and W. H. Goodal, editors and publishers of the Louisville Defender. Mr. Lewis was in the city to visit his folks and was given a number of social functions during his stay. Mr. Lewis was for several years on the staff of the Louisville-Courier Journal, of which, 'Marse' Henry Watterson is the leading spirit. LEDGER Indianapolis, Ind., July 6.—Arrangements are being made to build a $100,000 colored Y. M. C. A. here. Julius Rosenwald, of Chicago, has offered to give $25,000 providing $75,000 more be raised. A meeting of the prominent citizens will be held in September to arrange plans for the raising of the sum required. MILITIA COMPANY MAKES FINE SHOWING Frederick, Md., July 6—The residents of this city have gone wild over the First Separate Company of Baltimore, which is in Camp here with the State troops. The men arrived yesterday and at once began arranging things for the other troops, who arrived today. The First Separate Company is one of the best drilled companies in the State, and Captain William R. Spencer, of Baltimore, has been generally commended for the appearance of the men. Lieut. Henry Ryan is second in command. The fine appearance of the men has caused some persons to suggest that a regiment of colored troops be organized as was done some years ago in Illinois. The legislature of that State recently appropriated $100,000 with which to erect an armory in Chicago. The recent campaign in New York for the establishment of a colored regiment has also lent interest to the suggestion. Will Be Its Name. Indianapolis, Ind., July 6.—The citizens are beginning to make preparations for the biennial meeting of the Supreme Lodge of Knights of Pythias which will be held here in August 21-26. Among the speakers will be Governor Marshall, Mayor Shanks and Booker T. Washington. About 8000 men of the uniform rank will be in camp under the command of Major Gen. R. R. Jackson, of Chicago. The camp will be known as camp Straughter in honor of John W. Straughter, the late deputy supreme chancellor. Notes From Easton (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Easton, Md., July 6.—Mrs. Mary Perkins, of Baltimore, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Joseph Smallwood. Rev. Jacob Augusta, of Salisbury, Md., preached at Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday. Miss Louise Johnson, of Greensborough, Pa., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Mary Johns. Miss Lillian Douglass, left. Monday for her future home in Wilmington, Del. Mr. Wayman Johnson was tendered a surprise reception at the home of his father, Mr. Alfred Johnson, of Port St. Miss Nina Gibson has returned home after spending a few days with friends in Germantown, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Cooper and Mr. Charles Webb, all of New York, are visiting here. A picnic was held in the yard of Bethel A. M. E. Church on the fourth. Mrs. Frances Gates, is spending her vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Gates. Common Welfare Club Organize (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, D.C., July 3rd—The Common Welfare Club is a new civic organization formed here for the amelioration of the unfavorable housing conditions of the Negro people. The unsanitary alley houses, in which the colored people are forced to ilve are regarded as a menace to the health of the community and this body will cooperate in the movement to have these slum districts eliminated. MATTIE LOMAX MAY BE REPRIEVED A New Trial Is Though Will Show She Acted In Self Defense (Special) to The Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, D. C. July 5,—It is the concensus of opinion that Mrs. Mattie Lomax, under sentence to be hanged July 31, will be granted a respite until fall, to give the court of Appeals a chance to review her case. It is believed that if a new trial is granted, it can be shown that Mrs. Lomax killed her husband in self-defense. Rev. Simon P. W. Drew, her spiritual adviser, pastor of the Cosmopolitan Baptist Temple, has led the agitation in behalf of clemency, and through his energy and Christian zeal, the sympathies of the President have been aroused. Mass meetings have chrystalized public sentiment against the hanging of a woman in this enlightened community, and in this work, Dr. Drew has been largely assisted by Recorder of Deeds, Henry Lincoln Johnson, Judge E. M. Hewlett, Mrs. Julia Mason Layton, and Representative Caleb Powers, of Kentucky, who himself has been dangerously near the gallows through the unmerciful entanglements of circumstantial evidence. Mr. Powers has introduced a bill in Congress abolishing capital punishment in the District. All of these influential forces delivered effective speeches at the mass meeting held by Dr. Drew yesterday at his church. Thousands of additional signatures were secured to the petitions in Mrs. Lomax's behalf, which will shortly be handed to the president. Baby Succumbs to Heat Snow Hill, Md., July 3rd, 1911—Rev. Thomas Knight, of Richmond, Va., preached three excellent sermons at the Mt. Zion Bapt Church, Sunday, to a large audience. The collection was $20.00 Mr.Lewis Purnell's baby who had been sick for several weeks died Sunday... Mr. Sidney Hubbell, is on the sick list. Mr. Henry Blake is also quite sick. Death Of A Prominent Citizen Special to the Afro-American Ledger. Hagerstown, Md., July 6 — Mr. Benjamin Thompson, a well-known resident of this city died at his home here Sunday night. A baby contest was held at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Monday night, Joseph Bennett, Jr., a little five-year old youngster winning the first prize by bringing in $4.33. Mrs. Katie Hopkins and Miss Ethel Harris, both of Camden, N. J., are visiting their mother Mrs. Jennie Chase. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Clifford, who recently returned from Nebraska, were the guests of Mr. William E. Nelson, on the Fourth. Mrs. M. P. Butler, of Frederick, was in the city Sunday. DISFRANCHISEMENT GETS ANOTHER HARD BLOW COURT DECIDES THAT THE CHARLES COUNTRY ELECTION OFFICIALS MUST STAND TRIAL Judges Rose And Morris Concur In Opnin That Ballets in Charles Country Were Especialby Constructed With The Object Of Confusing The Illiterate Colored Voter-John M. Dulany A Local Printer Is Also Involved Judges Morris and Rose, of the United States District Court, again struck a body blow at efforts to disfranchise the colored voters in the counties, when Judge Rose handed down an elaborate decision Wednesday, in which Judge Morris concurred, overruling the demurrers to the indictments against John E. Stone and John W. Miller, Democratic election officials of Charles county, and John Dulany, the printer of the alleged trick ballots used in the congressional election last year. The indictments alleged that the election officials violated section 19 of the Penal Code in conspiring to prevent people legally qualified to vote from exercising that right. The first count of the indictments charged that the defendants hindered men from voting in the congressional election of 1911, on account of their race, and the second that they attempted to curtail the privilege of voting which the State guarantees to all its male citizens. In summing up the history of the case, the court says that there are a lavage number of illiterate colored voters in Charles county and that the ballot was expressly constructed to confuse them. After defining the various injuries to which a person may be subjected, Judge Rose's opinion follows in part: It is not any wrongful act which alters the result of the election which is punishable under the section in question. It must be some act which is intended to prevent some citizen or citizens from exercising their constitutional rights. "We that thec onspiracy charged isa conspiracy to injure the negro voters in question in the free exercise of a right or privilege secured to them by the Constitution of the United States. Defendants say that even if this be so, the conspiracy charged is one which must necessarily have been intended to injure others because they were Republicans, and not because they were Negroes. The form of ballot made no discrimination as to race or color. It was a ballot upon which no one would find it easy to vote for the Republican candidate. All this may be conceded. The right to vote at a congressional election is a right which was not dependent upon the race or color of the voter. The motive of the defendants might have been, as was charged in the indictment, to disfranchise Negro voters. If they knowingly conspired to prevent legal and qualified negro voters from voting they offended against the statute. It would make no difference if in trying to do what they wanted to do they also injured other voters The court holds there is nothing in the contention that the names of the Negroes injured must appear in the indictment. Of the Dulany in- dictment the court holds that it is as good as against the printer. What the proof may be is another question. Ministers Meet at Dr. Lyon's Country Place (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Laurel, Md., July 6—The Interdenominational ministerial meeting of Washington, held its closing session at the country place of Rev. Dr. Ernest Lyon, last Thursday. A number of ministers were present, along with a number of Baltimoreans. Following an impromptu program, dinner was served by a caterer. Dr. Lyon has spent $3,000 in improvements within the last few months, and hopes to make the place the mecca for gatherings of Baltimoreans and Washingtonians. The place has 87 acres of land, and is improved by a large house and out buildings. Not Many Coming This Way (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, D. C., July 6-The new bills bearing the signature of Reigster of Register J. C. Napier have been turned out from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, but will not be distributed until the old supply is materially reduced. The first denomination off the press is a "V" Dr. Washington Holds Washington, D. C. July 5,—Dr. Booker T. Waghington was in the city last Friday, en route to his summer home on Long Island. With him was his son, Ernest Davidson Washington. Dr. Washington had an interesting interview with President Taft at the White House. The President is a trustee of the Jeanes and Slater Funds for Negro Education in the South, and is an ardent supporter of the work that is being carried on at Howard and Fiske, as well as that which Dr. Washington is fostering at Tuskegee. The President spoke with enthusiasm of the address delivered by Dr. Washington at the Wilberforce commencement, which has been pronounced by prominent critics to have been the "Wizard's" most significant and inspiring utterance since his memorable speech at Atlanta in 1895. The cordiality of Dr. Washington's reception was gratifying to Mr. Taft. Y. M. C. A. Going Up Fast (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, D. C., July 3.—The third and fourth floors of the new $100,000 Y. M. C. A. building have been completed and will soon be ready for occupancy. Secretary L. E. Johnson hopes to dedicate the structure on Thanksgiving Day and it is expected that the President will deliver the dedicatory address. Recovering From Eye Trouble. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Winchester, Va., July 6.—Mrs. Charles Lampkins, who has been treated in the Winchester Memorial Hospital for an eye trouble, is improving. Miss Luella Robinson has returned home after spending quite a while in Baltimore. To Hold Camp Meeting Garfield, D. C., July 6—Rev. W. D. Naylor, pastor of Allen A. M. E. Church is preparing to begin a big camp meeting this Sunday. The meeting will be held in the beautiful grove of the church, and a large STEADY GROWTH OF STATE SCHOOL CAPABLE CORPS OF TEACHERS. Efficiency of Well Regulated Institution Seen In Number of Applications Received For Teachers and Trained Workers From Various Sources. President Prillerman as Educator. By N. BARNETT DODSON. Institute, W. Va.-The school year of 1910-11 at the West Virginia Colored institute, in this town, which closed recently with brilliant and inspiring commencement exercises, was the most successful since it started in 1892 with twelve students and two teachers. It has had a steady growth. The number of students enrolled this year was 265. Its staff of employees numbers twenty-five. Its teachers are graduates of some of the best schools in the United States. They are from Hampton institute, Tuskegee institute, Knoxville college, Talledega college, New England Conservatory of Music, Ohio State university, Oberlin college, Columbia university, Chicago university, Virginia Industrial institute and the West Virginia Colored institute. Probably no other school in this country has sent PRESIDENT BYRD PRILLERMAN. forth young men and young women who do more efficient work than the West Virginia Colored Institute. Its graduates are laboring as ministers, teachers, doctors, lawyers, farmers, mechanics, dressmakers and milliners and cooks throughout the state of West Virginia and in various portions of the country. The school owns seventy-seven acres of land in the best part of the Kanawha valley, six miles west of Charleston. The school is surrounded by one of the most flourishing communities in the United States. Every foot of land in the immediate vicinity of the school is owned by Afro-Americans. They have their own postoffice, store and civil officers. The Kentucky and Missouri railway runs through Institute farm and has a station there. There are no saloons or other places of evil to entice young people. The sermon to the graduating class this year was delivered by the Rev. Dr. A. Clayton Powell, the able and successful pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist church in New York. Unusual interest was taken in the speaker and his logical discourse from the fact that he was reigned in Kanawha county, in which the school is located. Dr. Powell's subject was "Despise Not the Day of Small Things" Graduation orations, besides the salutatory, by Jessie Fields, and the valedictory by Roscoe Clarkson, were delivered by Quillian Jones, Harry Davis, Alonzo Ellis, Boyer Lee and Linda Scott. The address to the class was made by Professor J. Frank Marsh, assistant superintendent of free schools. The graduating class numbered fifty members from eight states of the Union and southeast Africa—twenty-two normal, twenty-five academic and three commercial. When the African student, Robert Sisusa, received his diploma from the hands of Professor Marsh, there was great applause. Mr. Sisusa has been in this country six years, the last two of which were spent at the West Virginia Colored institute. He will study medicine and then return to his native land. President Byrd Prillerman is doing a splendid work as head of the institute. He is fully capable and has the highest respect of both state officials and the citizens of the community in which the school is located. The above statement is verified in the growing efficiency of the school as seen by the number of applications constantly received from the outside for teachers and trained workers. Applications for enrollment for the next school year are already coming in and the prospects are that the school is likely to be overcrowded another year. It is not, however, the policy of President Prillerman to build a large school at Institute. But it is his ambition to build the best colored school in the United States. To this end his special effort is fundamentally to the development of character and efficiency in scholarship and trades. One half of the time is devoted to literary studies and the other half to trades. This makes the student not only proficient as a scholar, but also a good artisan. The school was established by an act of the West Virginia legislature approved in March, 1891. An Expert's Advice on the Value of Advertising. By ALBON L. HOLSEY. Recently we read in the papers of an unfortunate automobile accident. While attempting to ascend a steep hill the driver miscalculated the distance, and, having the speed clutch wrongly adjusted for hill climbing, the car suddenly stopped just before reaching the top. The emergency brake refused to work, and the car dashed backward down the hill and turned turtle, killing or wounding the occupants. Your business is like the automobile, and you must have a thorough knowledge of details to run it as it should be. Business organization we liken to the assembly and harmonious relationship of all the working parts. Advertising is your lubricant. Don't attempt to run an automobile without oiling. Don't attempt to run business without advertising. Of course your banker is your emergency brake. In climbing the hills of "dull season." "keen competition," etc., be sure your speed clutch is properly adjusted, your machine properly oiled with judicious advertising and each piece of mechanism responsive to your master touch, because it is bad to stop near the top of the hill and begin sliding backward. Emergency brakes don't al- ways work. CENTRAL REGALIA CONCERN. Success of Company Which Makes Customer's Interest Chief Aim. Cincinnati, O.—One of the best known and most successful business concerns along manufacturing lines is the Central Regalia company, which was organized nine years ago by Joseph L. Jones, the widely known fraternal society promoter and editor of the Pythian Monitor. Mr. Jones has traveled extensively throughout the country in the interest of the Knights of Pythias and is an authority on most all matters, both ritualistic and business, pertaining to the order. The success of the Central Regalia company may be traced directly to the fact that no order is allowed to leave the warerooms without being thoroughly inspected, and it must conform to the order sent in by the customer, for the satisfaction of the purchaser is the chief aim of the managers of the establishment. The force of employees is doubled during the anniversary days of Pythlius, Odd Fellows and other JOSEPH L. JONES. fraternal societies, in order to get the orders of such organizations out in due time. Branch offices are conducted in Selma, Ala.: Columbin, S. C., and New Orleans, La. The company has recently begun the manufacturing of souvenir pennants for societies, schools and colleges. The new feature takes well, and the matter seat out gires full satisfaction. There is merit in every piece that the factory turns out. GRAND LODGE OFFICERS. New York State Organization Re-elects Grand Master Henry A. Spencer. At the sixty-fourth annual session of the most worshipful grand lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the state of New York, held in Masonic hall, Forty-sixth street, New York, recently, the annual address of Most Worshipful Grand Master Henry A. Spencer and the greeting to the order by Grand Master W. M. Matthews of Rhode Island were pertinent features of the meeting. A great deal of important business was transacted. The annual election of officers resulted as follows: Henry A. Spencer, Rochester, M. W. G. M.; Oscar W. Paine, New York. D. G. M.; James R. Mason, Buffalo. G. S. W.; James C. Denham, New York. G. J. W.; Dr. Henry A. Williamson, Brooklyn, grand secretary; John T. J. Jackson, New York, grand treasurer; W. H. H. Johnson, Brooklyn, grand chaplain; F. S. Harris, New York, grand tyler. Limit of Color Prejudice Reached. "When the Indians go to drawing the color line the limit is reached," says the Pensacola (Pla.) Sentinel. "If we are not as good as the white man, according to the Bailey creed, we certainly are as good as the Indian, who has scarcely emerged from the forest and fishing pond and who has not yet got used to wearing civilized raiment. Whither are we drifting?" Not drifting at all, Brother Lewey. We have anchored, and that's what ails "Hannah." THE AFRO-AMERICAN-LEDGER CHURCH AGAINST MOB VIOLENCE Religious Corporation In Annual Public Document Deplores the Prevalence of Lynching and All Forms of Discrimination on Account of Color. Subject For President's Message. Before adjourning its thirty-seventh annual meeting, recently held in Providence, R. L. the New England Baptist missionary convention adopted a strong set of resolutions, which were prepared by a special committee. The document voices the sentiments of the organization and is in part as follows: Through political blunders, flashes of economical disputes and famished stagnation of labor unions, class rule, digging at the eternal foundations of the constitution and political falling from grace we have come through another conventional year by the Ruler of nations. As the years that are gone, this has been one of gospel triumph, happiness and REV. DR. W. B. REED. prosperity on the one hand, sadness, retrogression and the national blunders on the other. God be praised for his goodness and long suffering! May he hasten the day when his gospel of love, peace and justice shall be lived as preached and taught on the land! oppose murder, murder license, class rule by local and national demagogues, humiliation of man and men by legislation and the slumbering of justice over these wrongs always result in sadness to the sufferers. We call the attention of the nation to the lynch and bullet riddle of the less civilized section of our country. There murder license is obtained by common consent, and the murderers are to be white and the murdered black. There denials have decreed that men must be beaten and murdered colored objectives, but God has decreed otherwise. The constitution safeguards their freedom of speech, and they will not hold their peace. Lynching is relished for more than one reason. In the first place, it gives evil politicians platform ammunition drawn from inexhaustible fountains of magnified lies. In the second place, it gives a hostile press an opportunity not only to misrepresent us, but to do us great harm in many ways. By enlarging on those things which put the race in a bad light and for the most part remaining silent on those things in our favor a part of the press has fostered the cause of race prejudice, enoblified our cowardly persecutors and weakened the faith of many friends who seem not to see the injustice, of the press. The recent Florida Lynching may be cited as typical of the treatment accorded to the colored man. While this happy gathering of fiery demons might not have measured up in atrociousness to some that have gone before, it is wild enough to be used as an example. There six colored men were put to death, six men who in civilized communities are considered innocent, for men are so considered until they are proved guilty. Those innocent men were murdered by those fiery demons on "suspected complicity." We commend those governors who have endeavored to punish delinquent officers for neglecting their duty. We hope the day will soon come when the governor of every state where this crime is resorted to will look at lynching as the most cowardly crime among civilized men and take a stand against it. We also hope that the president in search of recommendations to congress will call for legislation against this crime of crimes. We again call attention to the awful jimcarw rules of the south, rules brutally enforced to the humiliation of the race and the spread of crime against intelligence. We know that jimcarw laws are unconstitutional and call upon many men to resent them, the constitution forbids racial discrimination. We regret that men who have to do with the enforcement of the constitution have bowed to the behest of these brazen violators for the sake of being held in the high esteem of men who are their eternal foes. Our country has been made great by sages and heroes whose lives may ever be held up with pride to honest citizens through all ages to come. We look across our fair land with jealous pride at the slabs which mark the resting place of the Union soldiers, men who fought for the flag and for freedom, a flag and freedom fought for by men who stood for right. We stand today with those who stood for these, and we entreat the American people to be fair in the making of laws and the dispensing of justice. This was the balm of Lincoln when he went forth to heal the nation's wounds. W. E. Reed, Rhode Island, chairman; N. S. Epps, New York; W. P. Lawrence, New Jersey; D. S. Klugh, Connecticut; W. T. Watkins, New Jersey; G. H. Slims, New York; T. J. King, New York; J. H. Wiley, Rhode Island; N. A. Marriott, Massachusetts. Neighborhood Club Doing Good Work. At the June meeting of the Lincoln Neighborhood club in Brooklyn the reports by the various committees showed that the work has taken on new life during the past three months. Conditions among the less fortunate families in the crowded districts show signs of improvement under the able leadership of Mrs. M. C. Lawton, who is assisted in the work by an earnest set of coworkers. The Sunday morning sun shone gaily into the east window in which sat Miss Albertine Drafts. The sash was raised and she sat on the ledge leaning out at a perilous angle, which, however, was made harmless by the fire escape. The reason for the raised window was that Miss Drafts was cleaning gloves with gasoline and gasoline irritated her landlady. There was even at that moment a newspaper clipping stuck up conspicuously in Albertine's mirror concerning the tragic end of a lady who cleaned gloves with gasoline and the equally tragic end of her house. But Albertine was not touched by this apparent concern of the landlady for her safety. Seeing life from behind the typewriter's desk in a law office was enough to make a snub-nosed and red-heared young woman skeptical. "Pooh! It's her old flat she's afraid for!" Albertine had said the first time she saw the clipping. Hence she gavly cleaned gloves this sunny morning. There was an added spice to the proceeding, inasmuch as in the flat beneath. In fact, in the very room beneath, resided Harry Larke, an estimable young man employed in a hardware store, and for some months Miss Drafts' devoted attendant. That was all ended now, for they had quarreled, no later than the previous evening and all was over between them. Miss Drafts even hummed a little song to prove that she was light-hearted and joyous. Accidentally glancing downward—for under the circumstances no young woman of pride could have the elightest deliberate interest in Mr. Larke's pursuits—she saw a thin trail of smoke curling up. Harry then had his window open because he was smoking and his landlady had a prejudice against tobacco. Miss Drafts warbled a little louder, an even gayer ditty. She finished a long glove she was sponging and pinned it out on a bar of the fire escape to air. The next minute a swift gust of wind hurrying around the corner tore the glove loose, bore it giddily downward and slapped it across Mr. Larke's window sill, where it clung limply. "The idea!" murmured Miss Drafts. "Now what do you think of that?" She considered the matter with her head on one side. The gloves were expensive and she must get the wanderer back. But she would die before she asked for it! And Harry was just hateful enough to keep it out of spite. It was most annoying—about the glove. She peered cautiously downward. The smoke still was floating out, but the glove had disappeared. "I just hate him!" murmured Miss Dratts vindictively, sponging wildly at another glove. Down below Larke was holding the fateful glove meditatively. It still showed faintly the shape of Albertine's hand and he stroked it with one finger until he remembered and trowned hard and stopped. The glove was of no possible interest to him. The sooner he got it out of his sight the better. Of course he would have to send it back instead of carrying it himself and it occurred to him that it would look rude to send it without a word. He began composing a note to accompany it. Never again would he jot down jauntily "Dearest Albertine!" This would begin stonily, "My dear Miss Drafts!" That would bring home to her the change which had come into their lives. And so he wrote it. It was difficult to determine upon what to say after that. "I herewith return your glove. Yours truly," sounded abrupt, business-like, and it jacked the literary finish and subtle, graceful sting he wished to convey carelessly. It was appalling how few words there were in the English language with which to express one's feelings fittingly. He seated himself on the window sill in the sunlight to collect his thoughts. The odor of gasoline was in the air, as were the words of a popular song. He and Albertine had heard it only the night before and she was heartless enough to enjoy singing it, even though it had been such an evening of tragedy to them! She had looked extra pretty, too, in a new dress and her wavy hair brushed till it positively glittered. Larke folded the glove up into small compass so that he could wrap it up for sending. He could see Albertine's elbow as she moved her arm back and forth in the soothing process. He coughed, quite by accident, of course. The song above stopped. How foolish to be puzzling his brains over a note when the sun shone and the sparrows were chirping on the opposite roof and Albertine was so near! It wouldn't look like making up, surely, just to toss her her glove. "Bertie!" Larke called. From above a flushed face and hair that shone in the sun looked down instantly. "I'm going to toss up your glove," said Harry Larke in a cold, set tone. "Oh, thank you!" said Miss Drafts, icily. "But—why don't you bring it up?" For an instant the young man frowned. Then he grinned a little sheepishly. "Do you want me to, honest?" he inquired. "Sure!" said Albertine briskly. Then she dashed to the dresser to powder her nose and smooth her hair before she opened the front door. WE LOAN MONEY Furniture and Chattels Easy Payments Lowest Rate 635ENSOR ST., Near Monument St. Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, etc., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call Wish to announce to the generous public that I am still doing business at my old stand, 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. Carriage for hire for weddings, parties and funerals, and special attention given to all orders day or night. Yours, ALEX. HEMSLEY, Baltimore's Leading Undertaker 506 ROGERS AVE. 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During the meatless days of Lent the egg is a favorite food and the following recipes may be suggestive to the busy housewife: Grandmother's Favorite Egg Dish.—Put a tablespoonful of butter in an omelet pan, cover with fine bread crumbs. Over this lay thin slices of cheese. Season a few well beaten eggs, the number depending on the size of the family to be served, and pour over this, cover closely and beat slowly. When the white of the egg is opaque serve at once. Poached Eggs a la Reine.—Cover circular pieces of toasted bread with sliced fresh mushrooms sautéed in butter and moistened with cream. Poach eggs and arrange on the mushrooms. Pour over a white sauce to which is added a sprinkling of cheese, and brown in the oven. Garnish with parsley. Eggs and Potatoes.—Parboil three potatoes, drain and put a layer in a baking dish, then a layer of hard-cooked eggs. Season well, add a bit of onion juice and a layer of white sauce sprinkled with cheese. Repeat and finish with buttered crumbs. Brown in a hot oven. When-frying eggs, sprinkle a little flour over the pan before adding the eggs. Allow it to brown before dropping in the eggs. Over the Phone. She—Have you much more to tell me? He—Not very much, but— She—Better take a taxi and come here yourself. It will be cheaper.—Justige Blaetter. Inevitable. "Dey ain' no use talkin' to a woman," said Charcoal Eph as he emerged from a dispute with Mrs. Charcoal. "She done bound t' git y' wid weepin' ar hammah yo' wid a fastir, bulleve me! Han me de hoss liniment, Mistah Jackson!"—Baltimore Sun. New Advertising Idea. A Philadelphia has obtained a patient for an aerial advertising sign, waved by an electric motor suspended from two captive balloons. WE LOAN Furniture and Easy Payments ENSOR L. 635ENSOR ST., JOHN H. T. 142 W. HIL. THE UP-TO-DATE Who can furnish a funeral for $100. 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Bank Building Druid Hill Ave: and Hoffman St. N MONEY and Chattels Lowest Rate OAN CO., Near Monument St. TOADVIN ALL STREET, THE UNDERTAKER $3.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up; cirals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, best reasonable rates. You need not him, just call 142 W. Hill Street np 826 Druid Hill. Av W. Funeral Director and Embalmer public that I am still doing business T. Thanking the public for all past of the same. Carriage for hire for special attention given to all orders SLEY, Vernon 2578 Main Office. LAND, Manager. C. & P. Phone: 585 Y-Madison. TEXAS BANK THAT THE COLONEL MEETS UP AND TALKS WITH MANY BUSINESS MEN Attends {An Emancipation Day Celebration and Has His Eyes Wide Open. — Spends Some With a Physician Who Has More White. Patients Than Colored—And He Lives In Texas Too. COL. J. 0. MIDNIGHT. NO Ete ee "¥ Jefferson, Texas.—l had a few things to:say to you last week and now [am going to.take up just a few and see if it; will help you any to know what I know, as! am sure | know:some things you do not know, But it matters not whether I give you neew things or not, you should be interestd in seeing what I have seen and hearing what I have heard. Now you will recall that I attend- ed the meeting of the Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias in Beaumont, and when I gotthrough from there [ moved up the road, But coming hack to. the real grand lodge, and it was one. 1 found many thngs that were worth looking into, It is compsosed of big men and worthy men, Dr. A. N. Prince, the Grand Chancellor is strictly a man of his race, and he believes in doing things in shape. He is a doctor who stands second to none inthe ci- ty of Sherman, and.then he is a good presiding officer. You do not always find these two combinations. It is safe to say that they are com- ing to the front with the order. L think I told you about George Guest last week. He is from Paris, and one of the great men of the race. He has been active for years in the things that have for their ob- ject the betterment of the race. He is just one great man. and he is do- ing a great work. If I had time I would tell you all about him, but I want to enter into other things this week. The Court of Calanth#is just fine, and is just doing a fine work. Mrs. A. D. Key is at the head of it. [ met many able women at this meeting and some of them were cer- tainly speaking women. Lam now through with the grand lodge, and wil} return my attention to the Emancipation Celebration. They hold June 19 as the day’ to cel- ebrate, and it is strictly a holiday. There is not a state in the Union which makes as much over Emanci- pation as Texas. The white people of Texas have decided to let them have their own way on that day and they have it, | am here to tell you. 1 have never seen anything: like: it. All the roads in the state make excursons from ‘‘Nowhere’’ to “Everywhere’’ Whiskey is sold by the gallon, cheap sports get their whiskey and revolvers and then buy a cheap excursion ticket to go out and celebrate, and he is. either going to do or get done. Barbacues are held in the woods, picnics are in order and the emancipation speakers trim up their elastic lungs, to make the speeches. Well now all day long the trains are filled with our people. It is common to hear the white people say, ‘“This is nigger day in Texas.’’ A larger number of men are shot-and cut during the day, while there are many who are not shot and cut. Now.you want to know how I spent the day, and since you do I-will have to tell you. It was about two o'clock in the morning when I got on the Owl for FortWorth and reached it about o'clock. A young man had already promised that he was going to tell R. G. Houston that 1 was coimng, but he failed to do so so 1 went right on to the store, jand found Mr. Houston myself. I told you all about this-in. my last letter. Then found. my friend, N..T. Wallis, D.D., and he was so glad to see me that.he just looked at me and smil- ed. Now enough for that. I went to the office of ‘the Provident Bank and Trust Co., which is in the Ma- sonic Temple Building. Before go- ing into the Bank, I called on Will- jam McDonald, the capitalist and business man, and had a little talk with him, and the Rev. Waters, who is working for Prohibition. Now down: in the bank, and found that they had a busy time.. I had: already had hold of the hand of President R. C: Houston, Jr., of the bank, and Cashier S. Allen, shook my hand and told me to: be at home with them. . He had me’ to anme back where all the money was, i el A th nk ees officers in their order: R. C, Hous- ton, Jr., president; S. S. Reid, vice president; S, P. Allen, cashier, George A. Thomas, assistant. cash- ier. Thenthere isa board of di- rectors of which J.T. Langston is secretary. . The bank issued the fol- lowing statement for the quarter ending June.10: Resources: Loans and discounts, $10,542.39; securi- ties,$ 2306.06; real estate, $3,500; furniture and fixtures, $25,00 cash and sight exchange, $10,083.82; total, $28,932.27. Liabilities: cap- ital and stock paid in,$ 10,760; sur- plus and profit, $1,82.03; deposits, $15,677.21; bills payable, $905; div- idends uncalled for, $408.03; total $28,983.27. The bank is doing good business and is fitted up just like all other banks in the city. Our people are doing something. After looking ‘into the bank, I thought 1 would go out and see the celebration, so I made this known to Mr. Houston, and he cailed one of his drivers, and had him to take me out ina carriage that was decorated to kill. The speaker for the day had. ridden in the carriage going to the parade, and'l have not told you labout the parade. Atany rate [ lrode out to the place. It was at | Douglass Park, which is a large park owned by our people. [ suppose there were fully 1200 people there. iThey were serving free dinner. i Everything out there was.as free as jthe air except red soda pop, and lsome of my friends bought me a few bottles to drink. Now L. B. Kincheon, A. M., delivered a strong address. . He is an orator from ora- torville.. It was interesting to hear him speak. I enjoyed it very much, After getting me a hunk of the bar- bacued meat, I went back to the of- fice and enjoyed eating it, and then in company with one of Mr. Hous- ton’s clerks I went.to the city of Dallas, The two cities are connec- [ted by street cars. I just goton a }ear and rode over, and we went out to the fair ground where we saw the people by the thousands. They were having an Aunt Dolly time. ‘The white folks were there raking in the money. The nickel eaters were at work. It would go.around a few times and then the victims would get off and others would file in be- hind them. They rode on horses made of wood, on camels, elephants, and other things, just to spend the nickles. I looked at this. Then I went to other places. I could never think of the places they had. to get nickles, and they got them too. | Now: back to the street car_busi- ness. You see there is a law in YYexas that certain seats must be designated for whites and certain seats for us, and this is done by a sign, but you hear me when I tell you that there was no’ attention paid tothe sign, my people just took charge of all the cars, and the white folks were just raking in money. Every car leading to the fair ground was crowded. : I remained in Dallas until 11 lo'clock at night, and then having a lady with me I had to start for Fort Worth. The run was'made in one hour. But on the way to the sta- tion, I noted a big crowd and there I found one black man:had stuck a knife in another. He was carried to the hospital but he died, and then when I got back to Houston's I found that he had a dead man in his‘place. Someone had plunged a knife in his heart, and he had.attended his last emancipation celebration. -I. could name many other incidents through- out the state but] will not. 1 re- mained in‘Fort Worth two days, the guest of Dr. N. T, Wallis: and’ R. C. Houston, and had the. pleasure of going to the home of George A. Thomas Jr., and had dinner with him, and his wife. Mr. Thomas has a lovely home. He is yet a bride or something like. that, be- cause they have been married: less than.a year. Now leaving Fort Worth bright |and early June 21, I found my way to this place. J had been invited {HE AFRO-AMERICAN-LEDGER ‘SUPERINTENDENT VAN SICKLE HAS BEEN FRIEND OF NEGRO Colored Schools Have Been Manned by Colored Teachers? During His Administration and Have Been Raised Toa High De- gree of Efficiency © ‘The threatened removal woe H: Van Sickle, superintendent of public instruction, brings to the mind of the public the great prog- ress that the public schools have been made during the regime of Mr. VanSickle. - Just after the appointment of the nine men who were to constitute the ise high class..and: non-political school board that the city had seen ina generation or so, the members began to cast about for a new and admirably-equipped —_ superinten- dent. Mr. Van Sickle, who then had charge of a division of the public schools of Denver, Col., was the man selected. As soon as the selec- tionwas made a howl went up that Mr. Van Sickle was an alien and one morning paper declared that mixed schools would follow his appoint- ment, Some of the disgruntled went into court asking that Mr. Van Sickle be declared ineligible on the ground that he was not a resident of the city. The Court of Appeals overruled this objection. He has gince built Baltimore’s schools. up to a high standard of efficiency. Nowhere is the elimination of politics and the. establishment of things upon an approved educa- tional standard seen to a better ad- vantage than in the colored schools. When Mr. Van Sickle came, only four or five of the elementary schools had colored teachers, the other schools being manned _ by whites. The Colored Polytechnic Institute had faculty ofwhites whose sole%claim forjappointment was that they had a big political pull. and the Colored High School had in Dr. Staley, a-principal whose age would have made his retention a hindrance to the students. With the consolidation of the Colored High School and the Poly- technic School, a colored faculty was installed with Prof. Hugh M. Browne as head. Prof. Browne stayed only one year resigning to that certain of the progressive pol- icies. in regard to the schools may be discontinued, that political in- fluence may determine future ap- pointments. heard the Postmaster here say that he is one of the best doctors in. the world. I tell you it is nice to live this way in this world, and [ am real proud of Dr. Speed and his work, He is just kept busy all the time and it is all because he knows his business as.a physician. Now [ am going to Texarkana, and then on to another part of the state. Send mail for me care Wood River Sunday School Convention, Edwards- yille, [l. CURIOUS BITS OF HISTORY By A. W. MACY. THE BELATED FUNERAL OF JOHN BROWN'S SON, Old John Brown had two sons killed. at Harper's Ferry, Owen and Watson, The body of Owen was buried with others. in a trench near the scene of tho, conflict. That of Watson was secured by some physicians from a medical college at: Wine chester, twenty. miles away. Three years afterward, in 1262, Winchester was captured by Gen, Banks of the Union army, and Dr. J. J. Johnson, ‘surgeon of the Twenty-seventh Indiana volunteers, was placed in charge of the medical college, which had been turned into a hospital for southern soldiers. Dr. John- son found. the body of Watson Brown, so labeled, which had been anatomizally _gre- served as a fine specimen of ‘the human body. He sent the body to his home in Indiana, and preserved it were for many years. In 1882 word reached the Brown family that Dr. Johnson had Watson's body. The oldest son, John Brown, Je. who waa living at Putin-Bay, went to Martinsville, Ind., where Dr. Johnson lived, identified the body, and took it away with him, It) was buried with im- pressive, ceremonies by the side of the father, “John Brown of Osawatomie,” in the Adirondack mountains, This account is au- thentic, fer the writer of “Curi- ous Bits cf History” is the cne who “discovered” the: body at Martinsville. ‘A full account of the matter will be found in. the New York Independent of June 15, 1893. ? (Copyrigitint38s, by: deg pee ee ut ies T.G. MARSHALL, —DEALER IN— ae Groceries & Provisions, Butter, Eggs «and Pouliry..< : 535 Dolphin St. Baltimore, Md. become the principal of the Insti- tute for Culored Youth, at Cheyney, Pa. Dr. James H. N. Waring, who followed Prof. Brown, had-had considerable experience as an or- ganizer in schoolwork and it fell his lot to standardize the work in the one elementary schools, as_well as organize the Teachers’ Training School upon its present basis. The graduates from the Teachers’. Train- ing School have filled the places of the white teachers in the other cle- mentary schools. 5 Before the appointment of a col- ored faculty to the High School only one of the graduates, Joseph H. Garner had completed a college course. _ During the past ten years upwards of 40 graduates of the school have finished courses in the leading col- leges of the East and several of these are now members of the facul- ty of the school, One alumnus, Carl Mires was graduated from How- ard University last month and won |a scholarship in the graduate school of §Harvard University. Another iss Nellie Nignelt received the de- grée of bachelor of philosophy from§Brown University a few. days ago. : All of this is the result of the es- tablishment of. the Colored High School upon a modern basis. » Mr. Mason A. Hawkins, the present principal, has hopes of gtill greater things. The. elementary school: are now wholly in:charge of colorec ; teachers, Besides a vice principa \ for each building, there are now ‘three colored group principals | They are Messrs. Joseph H. Locker man, Harry T, Pratt, and Georse B | Murphy. Mr. Van Sickle has been a mat who has done things, yetrhas failet to receive the acclaim of many Bal timoreans who are wedded to thei old idol-a school system as conduct ed by the politicians. | UNREST AMONG THE TEACHERS There is considerable unres lesion alarge number of the teach: jers in the public schools as the re pmoval of Mr. Van Sickle may mea MM, TREGOR & SOND’ (Original Red Box) ; 234 . ° msg Superior Hair Dressing | ..PRINCESS: COMB AND: HEATER... © To be used by modern Ladies and Children to dress the : Hair to any stylish fashion. 8 ee ee HAIR FOOD 4 Reese ears, Unesuntled for sostening and beautifying the ~ hair and promotes.a luxuriant growth, guaran-'- « eco ausietin tc 2fl teedto be free from all injurious chemical: GOR Gs, FS aR and should be used as the most proper. halt: ba soe Ee Me oA Dressing for Ladies and children. = HM sé: @ Eu Meege Me]. 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We are not responsible for the return or preservation of unsolicited contributions on any subject. All articles sent to this office for publication, must have the writer's signature or otherwise such article will be ignored. Ohrurches and others having news notices will please have the same in the office by Thursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communication, in the office by noon on Wednesdays. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEDGER, 628 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Md. Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO. BALTIMORE, JULY 8, 1911 Whew! Has the fellow who asks, "is it hot enough for you" been around? Did you smite him hip and thigh? Well if you did not, you did not do your duty. AGGRESSIVE SYSTEMATIC REPORT We have often considered in these columns, the work of our churches. There is no racial institution among us of more value or importance. The very best business conditions in our churches will effect for good racial life in its entity. We could wish that each colored congregation would take itself seriously. What is needed is some straight forward and systematic effort to promote the business end of the church, rather than leave the same to caprice and enthusiasm. An ordinary colored congregation of some five or six hundred members ought easily to raise the means necessary for its own life without a resort to many of the questionable devices employed to raise money. There are too many "dead heads" in our churches. Every Christian ought to be a productive quantity. This will not be without some well thought out system of endeavor. And, then, the very best system must be industriously worked. There are certain necessary expenses that must be promptly met. It is a question whether a religious oragnization that will not pay its debts, ought to be allowed to exist. If we are not to find honor and honesty in connection with a Christian hurch, where shall we expect to find such? Five dollars a year is a small amount as a general average for all purposes of Church support, and yet, with such a small average, with a congregation of 600 members, $3,000 would, doubtless, cover the necessary expenses of Pastoral support and current expenses. In every church, the pastor and the serious minded members ought to get together and devise some system by the which all of the members would be required to contribute, in a systematic and orderly manner towards the support of an institution, which is not a luxury, but a prime necessity. If such a system is wisely and persistently worked, the training and experience that will accrue in the effort would prove a permanent assett, invaluable in more than one direction. MR. VAN SICKLE. Whatever others may think of Mr. James H. Van Sickle, the present Superintendent of Education of this city, it ought not be difficult to gather up the estimate of the colored people towards him. There is an old saying, "a friend in need is a friend in deed." This, then, is the tribute we would apply to Mr. Van Sickle. The changes for the better in the public school system, so far as the race is concerned, during the past ten years have been so constant and numerous, in everyway, that it would be difficult in a short article to adequately describe them. A number of nwe buildings have been secured, white teachers in the ordinary grades have been entirely eliminated, colored teachers taking their places; the High School greatly improved; a training school for teachers inaugurated and the pay received by colored teachers very greatly increased. When Mr. Van Sickle came to Baltimore to assume the responsibility of directing our schools, no part of the work pressed more heavily on his heart and mind than an improvement of the colored schools, and an increase in efficiency of the colored teacher. In support of this statement, it is only necessary to recite the incident of his presence at Hampton, the summer preceding his entrance upon the work in Baltimore. It was right on the Hampton grounds that he received his first introduction to many of the colored teachers of Baltimore. His presence there was most significant. He wanted to lay hands on every helpful instrumentality which would aid in bettering the conditions among the colored population. Whatever may be the outcome of the present effort to retire him from connection with our schools, there can be among the colored population, only one feeling, that of keen regret in being deprived of an official, who during the past ten years has vindicated beyond question his entire sympathy with us in the struggles of life, and has nobly contributed his best efforts towards that end. Whether Mr. Van Sickle goes or stays, he can rest assured of one thing—his ten years service in this city, has greatly helped and advanced the interests and well being of the most helpless class of Baltimore's population, and the people of the colored race will ever remember him with a feeling well nigh akin to love and affection. And there is not the least ground to doubt, that what he aspired to do on behalf of the colored people, he also endeavored to do on behalf of the poor and working classes, irrespective of color or anything else. Baltimore and not Mr. Van Sickle is the loser, in his removal from the post he has so faithfully and zealously filled during all these years. HERE'S A CHANCE, MR. STONE It occurs to us that Mr. Stone in an unmistakable way, might show that he is real friendly toward the Afro-American, by giving them something more than window washers, floor cleaners and messengers. We believe that the Custom service is under Civil Service rule, but the funny thing about it is that very seldom does ac olored man break through and secure something else than the above named jobs. Now during the summer months there are a number of colored excursions going out of the city, to Brown's Grove and other places. We notice that each and every one of them Mr. Stone has a white man handling the indicator. Now this is a very small job, and no doubt the pay will not make a John D. Rockefeller out of any person who might be fortunate enough to secure it; but the fact remains the same, that it is a good easy job, and as long as it is a job, an Afro-American might just as well enjoy the prestige of telling the managers of the excursion when he has just enough people on board, altho the number, according to the aforesaid manager is fifty or a hundred short of the desired number, which is often exemplified by the returns of the tickets which comes out of the box, but which suits the white boat owners very well indeed, and is a bother to the black one who would carry more if he could. But seriously Mr. Stone, let us have an Afro American indicator handler. We might be persuaded to take the job ourselves if nobody else can be persuaded to take it, just so it is done. BREAK THIS THING UP If there is one thing that disgusts the average respectable Negro, it is the disorderly crowds that have a fashion of following bands along the streets during parades of every kind and description, more especially when the band is leading a colored picnic or excursion party. Monday morning last, an excursion party with band attachment paraded Druid Hill avenue, and the crowds that followed prevented orderly people from using the side walks until a noisy disgraceful crowd had passed. It seems to us that that had the police done their duty and arrested a few of those band followers for obstructing the side walk. or for disorderly con- duct, they would have done a good thing and receive the commendation of the better class of colored people There is absolutely no necessity for this rabble which follows almost every parade, white or colored that goes on the streets, and it is true that measures should be taken to put an end to it both for the sake of the better and more orderly class of colored people and for the city itself. LITTLE TOTS ARE HAVING GREAT TIME Fresh Air Circle Gladder Hearts of Many Children During Hot The intensley interesting articles of Dr. Booker T.Washington, now running in the Outlook, under the caption of the "Man Farthest Down," make most excellent reading and contain considerable amount of food for thought. The Negro's case is far from hopeless. Yet there is much that he can do for his own salvation if he will only do it. After all said and done it is up to him, Dr. Washington, however deserves our thanks and we hope that these articles may be a stimulus to those who may feel inclined to be pessimistic as to the future of the race. Found Snake In (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Harrisonburg, Va., July 5.—Rev. Joseph Wheeler and wife, who have been visiting here for the past two weeks have returned to their home in Baltimore. Mrs. George Simpson, has returned home after a very pleasant visit to relatives in Wheeling, W. Va. The lawn fete held in Purity Hall for the benefit of the public school was a decided success. Mrs. Addison Smith, who has been indisposed for he past three months will leave to enter St. Luke Hospital, Richmond, next week. Mrs. Ada Taylor who has been sick for the past six weeks is improving. Mrs. Addie Scott, had quite a thrilling experience, last week. On entering her boudoir she was greeted with a welcome smile by a snake, who had coiled up in a nice soft place. It is needless to say that Mrs. Scott allowed him to retain possession of the room, at least for the time being. Latre on his snakeship was despatched with becoming celerity, but not by Mrs. Scott. Offices Of Amphion Glee Club Installed (Special to the Afro-American Ledger) Washington, D. C. July 6—At a complimentary dinner at the St. Regis Cafe, in honor of the ladies who took part in the production of "The Pirates of Penzance," and with a congenial company of prominent citizens, the Amphion Glee Club jollified last Wednesday evening and installed officers for the ensuing year. The officers are as follows: President, J. H. Washington; vice president, George H. Jefferson; secretary, Clarence Barbour; treasurer, Charles A. Champ; librarian, Harry Morton; business manager and musical director, J. Henry Lewis. The particular guest of honor was Mr. Frank B. Williams, formerly president of the Amphions, who went out from this city several years ago to join the Williams and Walker aggregation, and with which he rose to stellar proportions. A number of the songs rendered by him were his own compositions. Numerous concerted selections were rendered by the club. The Amphions are being urged to reproduce the "Pirates of Penzance," and they may do so at an early date. In the meantime plans are maturing to go upon a short tour of the summer resorts of New Jersey, including Atlantic City, Ocean Grove and Asbury Park. The organization of 21 voices is full at this time, a waiting lits has been established, to afford promising singers a chance to get on the tour of the resorts. Ministers Meeting Closed (Spec. to The Afro-American Ledger.) Bennings, D. C., July 6.—The ministers meeting of the vicinity closed their weekly sessions for the summer, under the big oak at Ward A. M. E. Church. At the conclusion of the program, a fine dinner was served. The Sunday School of Ward Church were the guests of Miss Bertha Ray, on the Fourth. The little boy of Rev. and Mrs. George O. Wing, is very ill. Mrs. Florence Allen died here a few days ago, leaving behind six children. Mrs. Charles Bourne and daughter, are visiting friends in Baltimore. Dead Ones. "Why, three generations of my family have lived and died in this country," he boasted, "before your ancestors were able to raise the amount they needed to come over in the steerage." "Very true. But those three generations of your family are still dead ones. I believe." LITTLE TOTS ARE HAVING GREAT TIME Fresh Air Circle Gladden Hearts of Many Childrens During Hot Spell They were a happy lot that bunch of little ones that went out to Delight, Md., Wednesday as the guests of the Fresh Air and Empty Stocking Circle, for a week. The little ones came from the Maryland Home, the Baptist Orphanage, and the Universal Progressive School. Special cars were provided for them, and it was a happy lot of city kiddies that landed at the farm an hour later. The little ones will be cared for handsomely and allowed to occupy themselves as only a city waif in the country can. Fresh vegetables grown on the farm are to be fed them, along with other nice things during their stay. The society is in need of $300 more to enable it to reach a large number of children this summer and will gladly receive any donations of money clothing, or foodstuffs. A street fair was held at 1243 Druid Hill avenue this week. The big outing at Brown's Grove was a financial success. A number of street fairs for the benefit of the work have been projected and permits will be gladly issued for additional ones by making application at 1234 Druid Hill avenue. of Morris Brown College Special to the Afro-American Ledger. Atlanta, Ga., July 6—There are a number of aspirants to succeed the late Rev. E. W. Lee, as president of Morris Brown College. Bishop C. S. Smith is said to favor the selection of a man who will in every way be the equal of the heads of other colleges located here. Those mentioned are: Prof. D. J. Jordan, president of Kittrell College; Hon. W. T. Vernon, inspector of Indian Schools; Rev. F. R. Simms, of Georgia, and Rev. A. Fountain, one of the best known of the younger ministers of G eirgia. Epworth Leagues Hold Successful Meeting (Special to The Airo-American Ledger.) Snow Hill, June 30—The Childrens Day exercises at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church and the M. E. Church. Mt. Wesley were largely attended. The collection was good at both churches. The Epworth League Convention of the Cambridge district, was held last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at the M. E. Church. It was said by the delegates to be the best convention held in seven years. Mr. Samuel Tingle and Mrs. Mayme Postles have left the city for the summer. Miss Bertha Hubbell spent Sunday at Hutts Chapel visiting friends. Messrs. Stephen H. Dix and Marion Armstrong, of Pacomoke City attended the Epworth League last week. Rev. E. J. Henry, and Deacon Joseph Smith, have returned home after visiting the Cooperative Baptist Convention in Baltimore. Mrs. Mary Henry is quite successful as a trained nurse, and is patronized by the best people of this town. Mrs. Fannie Roxborough, who met with an accident sometime ago is improving. The Passion Play. The now world-famous "Passion Play" at Oberammergau is said to have had its origin, about 1833, in the deep contrition of mind born of a great pestilence. Certain survivors of the plague resolved that ever afterward, at stated intervals, they would celebrate the "Passion of Christ" as a token of their reverential gratitude. Beginning on a small scale, the play gradually grew in importance until it is now known all over the world, having visitors from pretty nearly every civilized country on earth. While Oberammergau is still, and will probably remain, the center of the institution, Passion plays are beginning to be established in the surrounding regions, notably in Switzerland. Truth of Life. The more a woman deserves to have a man love her the more she can love him Grand Spectacle. There is a spectacle that is grander than the ocean, and that is the sky. There is a spectacle that is grander than the sky, and that is the interior of the soul.—Hugo [Pictured are] DR. AND MRS. J. B. OLIVER HAVE A HARD TIME FINDING POSITIONS Trials of Colored People In Seeking Work Would Make Interesting Volume. The experiences that some ambitious young colored men tell their friends about, when they try to seek a position other than that of a porter, will fill a large sized volume, in this city alone. One young man answered an advertisement for a stenographer. After getting over his amazement at the idea of a colored man making application, the white man proceeded to test the ability of the applicant as a stenographer. Finding that he could not turn the colored man down on the score of inefficiency, the white man took the name and address of the applicant and said: "When we need a scrub man, I will send for you." Another says his employers tell him this: "James, you are all right, but sentiment is against your people. I would promote you but the other employees would kick." A big white man living in the West was traveling on a private car with a friend who lived in Baltimore. This friend, who was a railroad official, had taken along a colored employee of their airroad to act as valet. The Western white man was heard to say that he wished he had a stenographer along so that he could dictate some letters. The colored man said, "Maybe I can do it for you." "What do you know about that kind of work," asked the Westerner. "Come on and get busy." The letters were dictated and transcribed to the astonishment of both white men. A long conversation followed between the two men as to the race question and efficiency, and the Westerner ended by making this slap at poor white men who had won promotion, as they had done in this particular railroad, said he, "Men schooled in poverty will not, when promoted, give the under dog, a fair chance, and this is especially true when the colored man is the underdog." Teriffic Heat Causes Death Chestertown, Md., July 5,—Mr. John Berryman, prominent in town circles, was overcome by the heat, Monday morning, and died at 12 o'clock noon. Mr. Berryman and his wife were at church Sunday night with all the appearances of good health, and the news of his death was a shock to the community. Before they could recover from that shock, the sad news of the death of Anna Hynson, a well-to-do resident, came. Mrs. Hynson has been a sufferer for a long time. Both funerals were held in Jane M. E. Church, and the services were conducted by Rev. J.R. Holland. Mr. Albert Wright who has been attending Howard University is at home and on Sunday night conducted a sacred concert at Bethel Church. German Books Germany does a very large and profitable trade with other countries in books printed in the German language. A largely increasing quantity in sent every year to Japan. Miss Rose M. Murphy, a teacher in the public schools of this city and Dr. J. B. Oliver, a prominent physician of Brazil, Ind., were quietly married at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Murphy, of 1320 Druid Hill Avenue, last Monday afternoon. The ceremony was preformed by Rev. L. Z. Johnson, pastor of the Madison Street Presbyterian Church, and was witnessed by the immediate family and a few of the most intimate friends of the bride. There were no attendants. A wedding breakfast preceded the marriage, which was served by the Hammond & Burgess Co. Dr. and Mrs. Oliver are now installed in their future home in Brazil, Ind. Quietly Married Miss C. Golder Briggs, the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. L. W. Briggs, and Mr. B. S. Bates, were quietly married on Wednesday evening of this week at the home of the bride, 1358 M. Stricker street. The ceremony was preformed by Dr. M. J. Naylor. The bride wore white silk messaline and carried a large bouquet of white roses. After supper, Mr. and Mrs. Bates left the city for their future home in Cumberland, Md. Church Debt Greatly Reduced (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Lynchburg, Va., July 5.—At the grand rally held at the Jackson street Methodist Episcopal Church, Sunday last, $1500 were raised. This is the second time Rev. W. H. Dean, the pastor has succeeded in raising a large amount of money on rally day. In three years he has reduced the debt on the church from $14,000 to $7,000. Jackson Street Church is proud of its hard working pastor. Business League Holds Session (Ssepcial to The Afro-American Ledger.) Harman's, Md., July 5.—The Patapsco Business League held its third annual meeting near here yesterday. There was a large attendance of persons from Baltimore city, Baltimore, Howard, Anne Arundel and Prince Georges counties. Addresses wree delivered by Messrs. JohnW. Cottman, a successful business man of New York; George Patterson and attorney C. C. Fitzgerald, the president of the League. The league is in a flourishing condition and has over $1,000 in the treasury. Of the books about Venice there is no end. For the historian the "Queen of the Adriatic" has always possessed a peculiar charm, and there are any number of histories of the famous city-state. Of course the great reservoir of information concerning the Venetian republic is the "Archives of Venice," published at intervals throughout the years and still being regularly added to. In order to become posted on the "monetary system of the Venetian Republic" one would have to wade through many works bearing generally upon Venetian history. There is no single exhaustive work along that particular line, but in nearly all of the histories of the republic may be found something illustrative of her wonderful financial system. Mr. Justrich—That there sculptor chap says he's going to make a bust of me. Mrs. Justrich—Henry, it's dreadful the way you talk. Say "burst" not "bust." Must Be Careful: Empress Eugenie Did Not Profit by Superstition Attaching to Her Bridal Necklace. Various are the superstitions attached to precious stones, and the prognostication of the lady who commented on the Empress Eugenie's bridal pearls has certainly ample justification in later years. "It was a Spanish lady," says Jane T. Stoddart in her biography, "who as she admired the pearl necklace worn by the youthful sovereign quoted with melancholy foreboding that proverb of her country. "The pearls which women wear on their wedding day are a symbol of the tears which they will shed." "I think it is Maeterlinck who says somewhere that luck really means the possession of a sixth sense which warns one of coming disaster or danger. The Empress Eugenie must surely been possessed of the faculty, though alas! she did not profit by it. "Strangely enough the empress' first act after her marriage showed that her mind was brooding on images of death and sorrow. At the beginning of her honeymoon at St. Cloud she asked Nagoleon to drive her to Verailles and there she inspected with mournful interest the rooms of Marlo Antoinette in the Little Trianon. "On returning to Paris the imperial pair visited the Archives Nationales and read Marie Antoinette's last letter, written from the Condergerie on the morning of her execution. Eugenia in later years made a collection of relics belonging to the hapless queen." NO WESTERN MAN FOR HER New York. Stenographer Objects to Employer Whose Business Day Begins Before Nine. A New York office had advertised for stenographers, and when the applicants came they were interviewed by the assistant manager, who was a woman. An agreement almost had been closed with one bright girl when the assistant mentioned incidentally that the proprietor was a western man. Instantly the fair face of the applicant clouded. "In that case," she said firmly, "I do not wish the position. I am working for a western man now, and that is why I wish to make a change. Why, do you know—" her voice dropped to a low, tragic tone, as of one who voices hidden crime—"that man actually gets down to the office at six o'clock in the morning, and he expects us to be there at eight. Worse than that, even when we are on hand promptly at eight he acts as if it was about the middle of the day. Of course, it is easy, for him, for it seems he gets up about four o'clock every morning, works a bit at home, reaches the office at six and piles up work for us until eight, so it really does seem late to him when we arrive. No more western men for me, thank you. Any little old New York man will do for me, for New York men don't try to begin office hours before nine or ten o'clock." Snake-Killing Birds In South Africa is to be found the champion snake killer of the bird family. It is known as the secretarybird. The name seems an odd one, but the bird received its name from a crest or tuft of plumage rising from the back of its head, which reminds one of a secretary or bookkeeper with a bunch of quills stuck behind his ear. As a rule it attacks smaller snakes in preference to the very powerful ones, and in doing so uses every precaution against contact with the poisonous fangs or strong cells. It does not attack its prey suddenly, but, after walking round the spot occupied by the reptile, suddenly spreads its wings and gives the reptile a sudden but sharp blow on the head with its very hard and sharp talons. This is done so quickly that the reptile has no chance to resist.—Harper's Weekly. The Dog's Mind. I have a Skye terrier possessing what seems to me at least to be an extraordinary knowledge of time. On each day of the week, excepting Saturday, some scholars pass along a read at the back of my grounds, about 4 p. m., on their way home—about a mile distant. If the dog is out of doors he invariably joins them, accompanies them home, and returns. If he should happen to be Indoors at the hour they pass, he sits at a window watching for them; and when they appear, he asks plainly and palpably to be let out. On Saturday, however, when the school is shut, as soon as the doors of my house are opened in the morning, he makes off for the children's cottage, and spends the week end with them, returning to me on Monday. And so it goes on for weeks.—The Scotsman. Johnny Cake's Name. Johnny cake is certainly about as queer bread as was ever got up. Tip has never seen any true account of it whatsover. Pone dough is molded around an iron musket ramrod or on a long green strong switch and held over the fire until roasted or baked, or whatever you call it. In old times Gen. Forrest's men cooked cornmeal rations, hence Johnny cake, Johnny Reb. Tip has heard old Texas say that Sam Houston to his dying day ate such corn cakes, which he learned to make from his long life among the nomads.-New York Press. Annual Meeting. The Annual Meeting of the Home Beneficial and Fraternal Society will be held in the Society's offie, 414 W. Hoffman street, Monday, July 10, 1911 at 8 p. m. Rev. A. L. Gaines, president; Alfred Bailey, Secretary. Notice! Notice! There will be a Union Camp meeting held at Hullsville, Baltimore Co.,Md. From July 16 to July 30, by Hullsville M. E. Church and Mt. Zion M. E. Church. There will be prominent speakers at each service. Pastors, Rev. Chas. E. Jones, of Hullsville, and Rev. Matthias Williams, of Mt. Zion. Will Open July 1st Good Table Board Boating Fishing Crabbing Terms Reasonable For full information address: Mrs. Joshua M. Dennis Shady Side, P. O., A. A. Co., Md. Shady Side View Boarding House. Much improvement made for accommodation. Bathing water near. All ladies and gentlemen are invited to come and share the many pleasures afforded. Boys and girls are safe here. A house of credit. Address Mrs. Carrie Prann Shady Side P. O. A.A. Co., Md. Rooms With or Without Board. High class services, moderate rates, references exchanged, address Mrs. Solomon Williams, 134 Beekman St., Saratoga; N. Y. SUMMER BOARD Mrs. William L. Passey, Board ing for summer, by day or week. Five minutes walk from St. George Station on the W. Md. Railrord. Short walk from Emory Grove Car line. Locust Cottage, St. George P. O. Baltimore Co., Md. i3m-63-819 Neatly Furnished Rooms To Let... High Class Services Moderate Rents References Exchanged Address: Mrs. Marie Sighe, 21 W. 134th Street, New York City. Boarding In the Country Braddock Spring Right in the mountains over- looking beautiful Bradd- dock Heights Address; Mrs. Robert Adkins Braddock Spring, Md. Notice! Wanted! GOOD MEN Notice! To Join King Jeremiah Pasture, G. U. O. of Nazarites Accepting applicants for mem bership for the sum of $2.00 This Lodge is, worth $2500 in cash. It has $1500 in stock and paraphernalia. It also pays its members when sick and in good standing, $5.00 per week for eight weeks, $4.00 per week for eight weeks and $1.00 as long as there is $100 in the treasury. This Lodge meets the 1st and 3d Th sday in each month. This offer expires in 60 DAYS time. For further information see the following members: George T. Brent, W. S., 1024 N. Carey street William T. Hall, C. of R. 240 N. Amity street Addison Manns, P.G.W.S. 1227 Wilmer street John E. Jones, P.W.S. 1301 Division street Thomas H Franklin, P.W.S. tf. 708 W. Franklin street HELP WANTED. WANTED-A good strong girl who wants to wprk her way thru school. Address E.S. S. Goodloe, Marylind State Normal and Industrial S.ool, Bowie, Md. 8-15 THE AFRO-AMERICAN-LEDGER The Whitman Sisters and "Picks" THE MUSICIAN Heeding the popular demand, the celebrated WHITMAN SISTERS have been retained at Daly's Theatre for the week of July 10. They promise to exceed their previous superior offerings by an entire change of sketches, songs and dances by their excellent company. THE BOARD OF LADY MANAGERS OF Provident Hospital will give their Annual Excursion to Greater Brown's Grove, Friday, July 14th, 1911. Music by Kerr's Orchestra. Boat leaves Miller's wharf at 8.30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dinner will be served. Mrs. J. A. Carr, Pres. EVERY BODY IS GOING WITH UNION BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION BAPTIST SUN on its Fourth Annual Outing to July 13th, 1911. Lest you forget, the be in charge of Mr. John R. Young, the J. Thornton, Supt. GRAND FAMILY Given by the Board of Dir ctors of G. U. Wednesday, July 19th, to CAMBRIDGE Kerr's full Orchestra. Boat leaves wha m, Miller's wharf foot of Caroline street Children under 9 years 25 cents. MARYLAND COLORED MEN Special call to men at C. Y. Hill Avenue, July 11, 7 All members and other men who desire the civil liberties of the race are invited President, W. M. Alexander Mammoth Open-Air Under the auspices of the Baltimore City Leagues, on the lawn of Handy A. M. Baker streets, on Sunday, July 9th, 19 of the principal features of the meeting w the Leagues of the city. Take Preston o at Baker street. Half block from church. Wm. Butler, Pres. Mrs. H. Frey, Sec. Bald STIST SUNDAY Outing to Breckenridge you forget, the lunch R. Young, the expert FAMILY H Factors of G. U. O. o. to CAMBRIDGE, N. boat leaves wharf for Caroline street at cents. RED MEN'S S men at C. Y. M. July 11, 7 p. 1 men who desire to ce are invited and exander Sec. Open-Air Lea Baltimore City U. Handy A. M. E. July 9th, 1911, the meeting will M Take Preston or G k from church. Re Frey, Sec. Balto. C Uspices of the Phi ROVE, MON the Steamer Star and an evening of pl sale. Don't miss 8.30 P. M. Ms. Ms. S. J. C. Ralph, S trip. On sale by on its Fourth Annual Outing to Brown's Grove, Thursday July 13th, 1911. Lest you forget, the lunch and refreshment tables will be in charge of Mr. John R. Young, the experienced caterer. Mr. Walter I. Thornton, Supt. GRAND FAMILY EXCURSION Given by the Board of Dir ctors of G. U. O. of GALILEAN FISHERMEN Wednesday, July 19th, to CAMBRIDGE, MD., on Steamer Starlight Kerr's full Orchestra. Boat leaves wharf foot of Hughes street at 7 a.m., Miller's wharf foot of Caroline street at 7 30 a.m. TICKETS 50c. Children under 9 years 25 cents. MARYLAND COLORED MEN'S SUFFRAGE LEAGUE Special call to men at C. Y. M. C. A. 1619 Druid Hill Avenue, July 11, 7 p. m., promptly. All members and other men who desire to secure the right to vote and the civil liberties of the race are invited and urged to come. President, W. M. Alexander Secretary, W. C. McCard Mammoth Open-Air League Meeting Under the auspices of the Baltimore City Union of Christian Endeavor Leagues, on the lawn of Handy A. M. E. Chapel, corner Bruce and Baker streets, on Sunday, July 9th, 1911, from 6.30 to 7.30 p. m. One of the principal features of the meeting will be torevive the work among the Leagues of the city. Take Preston or Gilmore street car and get off at Baker street. Half block from church. Rev. John Offer Custis P stor. Wm. Butler, Press. Mrs. H. Frey, Sec. Balto. City Union of A. C.E. Leagues. Under the auspices of the TO BROWN'S GROVE, M. On the Steamer Come go with us and spend an evening Plenty of refreshments on sale. Don't foot of Caroline Street at 8.30 P. M. Mrs. Anhie S. Banks, Pres. Mrs. S. J. C. Ital Tickets, 25 Cents Round Trip. On sale Come go with us and spend an evening of pleasure, with music and song Plenty of refreshments on sale. Don't miss this chance. Boat leaves foot of Caroline Street at 8.30 P. M. Music by Goldfield Orchestra, Mrs. Anhie S. Banks, Pres. Mrs. M. Buckingham, Treas. Mrs. S. J. C. Italph, Sec. Tickets, 25 Cents Round Trip. On sale by the committee also at boat Look out for the Big Days Meeting at the 549 West Biddle ON SUNDAY, JUL "Woman's Dav Rally" Exercises beg g at the O West Biddle Str DAY, JULY 1 Exercises begin a Big Days Meeting at the Odd Fellows' Hall, "Woman's Dav Rally" Exercises begin at 2 o'clock sharp. Prayer by Mrs. Hannah Frey; Object of Meeting, Mrs. Burkett; Opening Address by Miss Emma J. Truxon; Address, Mrs Edith Brooks; Collection. Services will then be conducted by the Metropolitan Band Sisters from 5 to 7 P. M. 8 P. M., Mrs A. Miller will make an able address followed by Mrs. C. Anderson. Everybody come and help us to work for the Lord. All Lodges and Households of the Order are cordially invited to be present. Phoenix Moonlight Special Notices The Annual Camp Meeting under the auspices of Grace A.M.E. Church Caronsville, Md. Will begin in Greenwood Electric Park, Sunday, July 9, 1911. Preaching 11 a.m., 2 and 8 p. m., by able speakers. A cordial invitation is extended our many friends, ministers and laymen and all Praying Bands. C. H. Murray, Pastor. Bro, Henson, Secretary. Wait for St. Paul's Sunday School Excursion To the Greater Brown's Grove On Wednesday, July 12th, 1911. Then come and go. Tickets 25 Cents See Bills. Rev. S. H. Norwood, NOTICE—There will be a special sermon preached by Rev. Samuel Ward. D. D., Thursday, July 19th, at 3 p. m., to the Providential Ministers Association, at the Psalmist Baptist Church, Riggs avenue and Woodyear street. Rev. Junius Gray D. D., president; Rev. C. B. Jones, vice; Rev. J. A. Boloo, sec.; Rev. T. Williams, D. D., treas. All welcome. Come and go with us The J. A. Holmes Chapter, Epworth League of Metropolitan M. E. Church will go to Brown's Grove on Saturday. July 15, 1011. Boat leaves Miller's Wharf, foot of Caroline street 8:30 A.M. and 2:30 P.M. Plenty to eat and plenty of refreshments. Ronnd Trip, 25 Cents 8:15 James A. Harris, President Auction Sale—Furniture and Tools of a barber shop, today only, Saturday July 9th, 1359 Ward street. Visit Mrs. Ella Badgett's Ice Cream Parlor. 229 North Pine Street. Lunches Served. Polite Service Snowballs and Ice. R.H.BUTLER 图 Says let him send you a machine on trial The honest Sewing Machine Man. This year the prices and payments will suit you. Guarantees every article if not so. See us first. We correct all mistakes free of charge. Also repairing Graphophones. Call 2431M Mt.Ver non. Address 941 DruidHill Avenue. C. A. JOHNSON'S MUSIC SCHOOL 436 W. BIDDLE ST. Instructor of Vocal Music, also Piano, Organ, Pedal Organ, Violin, Cornet Here Mandolin, Guitar, Banjo and Other Instruments Where to get a Good Smoke A fine line of high grade Cigars, Cigarettee, Smoking and Chewing Tobacco. Box Trade a Specialty ERNEST R. WILSON, 409 Dolphin St., nr. Druid Hill av. 1m-6-17 Wanted—An energetic man who knows something of farming. Apply to Ernest I you, 141 W. Hill street, Baltimore, Md. Write or Phone PORT DEPOSIT, MD. BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH Stone Building. Corner Stone Laying To the Right Rev. Bishop L. J. Coppin, D.D., L.L.D., per Rev. John Hurst, D.D., Ministers of the Baltimore Annual Conference and Ministers of our sister churches with their congregations; The grand order of Masons and our many friends are cordially invited. An opportunity to all who desire to visit Fort Deposit, Revs. R. E. Ford, P. E.; C. H. Stepteau, P. E.; S. M. Johnson, P. E.; P. J. Jordar, P. E., are especially invited. An excursion from Baltimore would be over welcome on the occasion. Hour of service 3. P. M. Ample provision will be made for the occasion. S. T. Crawford, Pastor Train leaves Union Station 8 a.m. returning at 5 p.m. WANTED-A good strong woman to cook. Good wages for the right person. Address D. S. S. Goodlo, Maryland State Normal and Industrial School, Bowie, Md. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rev. Dr. M. F. Sydes, Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street 11 A. M., Sermon by Pastor. 2.30 P. M., Sunday School. S P. M., Preaching. Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor. 11 A. M., Preaching by Pastor 3.00 P. M., Sunday School. 8 P. M., Song Service by the choir of the church, Mrs. S. S. Oliver, Organist. Mr. S. S. Oliver, Supt. Mrs. Jane Milligan, Pres. E. L. Mrs. Nellie Jones, Pres. Ladies Aid WHATCOAT M. E.CHURCH, Franklin and Pine St. "King's Hill" 8 P. M., Special Sermon by the pastor. Don't fail to come! Prayer Meeting every Wednesday night. W. C. Tongue Supt. SOCIAL FREE BAPT. CHURCH, Parrish street near Riggs avenue Rev. C. A. Belt, D.D., Pastor 11 A. M., Sermon by Pastor. 3 P. M., Rev. Dr. Ward and Rev. Dr. Price and their congregations. Communion. 7.30 P. M., Sermon by Pastor. All invited. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHUROH Rev. J. W. Norris, Pastor 11 A. M., Sermon by the Pastor 2.30 P. M., Sunday School 3.30 P. M., Due at Oak St. church 8.00 P. M., Song and Praise Ser- Herbert Frisby, Supt. PAYNE . MEM A. M. E. CHURCE Laurens and Calhoun St. Rev. P. W. Wortham, Pastor 11 A. M., Preaching. 2 30 P. M., Sunday School 7.00 Allen C. E. League. 8.00 P. M., Preaching Strangers always welcome. Andrew Gassaway, Supt. T. Andrew Moore, Pres. A.C.E. L Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 11 A. M., Sermon by Rev. P. A. Goins, of Orange, N. J. 2 30 P. M., Sunday School. 8 P. M., Sermon by Rev. J. H. A. Martin, of Blacksburg, Va. T. J. Holliday, Supt. HANDY A, M. E. CHURCH Baker and Bruce Sts. nr. Fulton av Take Stonst st. cars. Rev. John Offer Custis, Pastor. 1514 Druid' Hill Avenue 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor 2.30 P. M. Sunday School 4 P. M., Special Services. 6.30 to 7,30 P. M., Open Air Union A. C. E. Leagues. 8.00 P. M. Sermon by Rev. Wm. H. Trusty. H. Hiner, Superintendent Mrs. Matilda Pratt, Pres. A.C.E.L. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH, Lexington St. and Rogers Avenue, Rev. C. G. Cummings, B. D.. Pastor. Local Preachers, Exhorters, Praying and Singing Band's Day 3 P. M., Sermon by Rev. J. M. Barnes, Eastern M. E. Chapel, 8 P. M., Platform Meeting. Addresses by Visiting Brethren. Strangers cordially welcomed. Chas. T. Stewart. Supt. Julian W. Ross, Pres. of E. L. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton Street near W. Baltimore Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10.00 A. M. Class meeting 11 A. M., Sermon by Rev. R. A. Green. 2.00 P. M., Sunday School. 3 P. M., Rev. Bell, wife and daughter, from the West, will hold services. 8 P. M., Rev. P. Roberson. T. H. McGowan, Supt. Carey and Baker Sts. Rev. D. D. Turpey, Pastor. 11.00 A. M., Sermon by Pastor 3.00 P. M., Sunday School. 5 P. M., The Forum. Address 8.00 F. M., Preaching. C. Y. W. C. A. 1200 Druid Hill Avenue. Our regular meeting will be held at St. James P. E. Church, Park avenue and Preston street 5 o'clock Rev. Dr. George F. Bragg, rector. Mrs. Edith Brooks will conduct services at the Rooms for those who may attend at 5 p. m. You are welcome. Mrs. M. E. Murphy, Pres. Miss E. E. Bright. Sec'y. SHOULD PATRONIZE RACE ENTERPRISES The Only Way To Succeed As A Race Is By Sticking Together. "If we expect our race to succeed in business ventures we must patronize those who have invested their money in various lines of business" declared Mr. Solomon Bond, grand master of the Order of Moses, to a representative of the Afro-American Ledger, a few days ago. "We must certainly patronize our own if we expect to be, in a measure, independent from other classes of citizens. The policy of sticking together has resulted wonderfully for the Jew as the many large and successful business houses conducted by them give witness to. Several summers ago, you could not hire a steamboat during the summer months, the white people owning them making us wait until after the excursion season was over in September. "Now that Messrs. Brown and Langley own the Steamer Starlight, you can hire those once forbidden boats during July and August. When one considers it, he should not be so basty in signing a contract with a white boat company whose only reason for wishing to hire you the boat is that colored men are now able to compete. Some of those who kicked the most are now the chief offenders, running back to the whites. "The Order of Moses has shown its faith in race enterprises by signing a contract for the Steamer Starlight to run an excursion to St. Michael's. When we could get no boat, we kicked, now that our people have a boat of their own, let us patronize it." The Galilean Fishermen have also engaged the Steamer Starlight for an outing down the bay. Celebrate Birthday Anniversary Miss Ida Pennigton, daughter of Mr. and rs.Mack Pennigton, of 406 N. Pine street celebrated his 16th birthday anniversary on Thursday of last week. The room was handsomely decorated and a pleasant evening was spent. A luncheon followed by refreshments was served. Miss Pennington received many handsome presents. Among those present were: Misses Manie Pennington, Irene Darkins, Lela Bailey, Hattie Jackson, Edna Waters, Elsie Petres Mary Maontley, Addie Pennington, Nettie Taylor, Manie Poulon, Audrey Crouner, Annie Hammon, Beatrice Mantley, Viola Burges, Mildred Boyer, Virginia Rickard, Alice Collins, Beatrice Morris. Masters Percy Tyson, Joseph Hammond, John Bailey, Chawney Brooks, Charles Hardy, George Kennard, Louis Pennington, Robert Cornish. P. PRESIDENT R. R. WRIGHT. Savannah, Ga., July 6—Prof R. R. Wright one of the best known educators in the South. has just completed his twenty-fifth year as president of the Georgia State Industrial College near here. He was one of the first pupils to enter one of the schools established by the Freedmen's Bureau and when the late General D. D. Harvard and a party of Northerners visited his school and asked what message must he take to the people of the North, young Wright replied, "Tell them we are rising." Prof. Wright was one of the first graduates of Atlanta University. INFORMATION ON THE GREAT CONVENTIONS For District Superintendents, Sub-Commissioners Pastors and Delegates-The Convention and Its Purpose. The Great Educational and Missionary Convention scheduled for Baltimore, July 19th-23rd is the greatest forward Movement yet made in the Conferences of Methodism. Their success will mark a new day and a new epoch in the Church for the colored man. For this reason every man and woman, boy and girl of the race ought to be in the Movement for success. After the Movement has been before the Church for over year we have an occasional query as to what are the purposes. Here they are. The Convention Key-word is "Service''. The Motto--"Saved to Serve". The Declaration: A Forward Movement: In Bible Study; In Family Religion; In Training of Youth; In Endowment of Schools; In Strengthening our Missions; In Educiation and better Support of our Ministry; In increasing the Circulation of and a wider Reading of our Church Paper. The purposes pulished in the Southwestern Christian Advocate as early as July 28, 1910 have never been changed. They are as follows: 1st. Better support and larger salaries for our ministers and more promptly paid. 2nd. To make a concerted effort for the self-support of the South Western Christian Advocate. 3rd. To inspire our people to larser giving and more active interest in every phase of our church life. 4th. To inaugurate and prosecute a systematic scheme of giving, dating from conventions, toward the endowment of our Institutions of learning under the Freedmen's Aid Society and to increase our Foreign and Home Missionary offerings. 5th. To bring the many efficient and worthy laymen among us into vital and active relation to our work. 6th. To insist and impress upon our ministry, officiary, and membership that our most valuable asset is our young people and how the Sunday School and Epworth League may help us to save them for the Church and the nation if they are given the attention they demand. 7th. For a larger circulation of the Bible in our homes, and to advance the interests represented in the American Bible Society. 8th. To interest our people more and more in Africa as our special mission field, the object of our personal efforts in furnishing workers and means for its redemption. While each of the eight interests above referred to will be given attention, yet the EMPHASIS at the forthcoming Conventions will be put upon a better support of our ministry and the self-support of our South-Western Christian Advocate. THE CONVENTION ENDORSE- No series of conventions in Methodism were ever more unanimously endorsed. The Board of Bishops at Chicago May 1910 and at Winona, Minn., May 1911, gave a most cordial, hearty and emphatic words of endorsement. Each Annual Conference from Delaware to Texas and Each District Conference and District Enworth League and Sunday ```markdown ``` Annie G. Peek Describes Home In Heart of the Mountains, Where She Was Entertained. My home in this wonderful valley, where for weeks on three separate expeditions, I have been hospitably entertained, is for the most part a house of a single story built around two courts or patios. Arriving on foot or horseback, one passes through a wide vestibule into a large plato surrounded by a covered corridor or veranda and the principal rooms of the swelling. The drawing room is furnished with Brunswick carpet, large railor, marble-topped tables, and expensive upholstered furniture. A plane, too, is here, as in every house where I was entertained. The stranger coming, as he must, on horseback, 50 miles from the seaport of Casma or Samanco up over the black range and down into the valley, will wonder how the great mirrors, the plano, the heavy French furniture, were brought to this town, to which no railroad or carriage road leads. Neither mule nor horse, the ordinary freight carriages here, can transport a plano on his back. From Samanco a cart road leads 36 miles to Moro. For the remaining 50 miles, up over a pass as high as the top of the Matterhorn, 14,700 feet, and down a steep path to the valley, the plano is borne on the shoulders or men. Look ill for the gentlefolk, labor is cheap—30 cents a day—Annie S. Pack, in Harper's Bazar. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER School Convention of these Annual Conferences have passed resolutions equally as cordial, hearty and emphatic. The movement is therefore before the Church with unaimous backing which itself sought to guarantee concert of action upon the part of our ministry and thus secure the success desired. If there should be the maximum of puling together and adhering to the will of the vast majority, nothing could keep us from having the success expected. RAILROAD RATES. 1st. For the Baltimore Convention July 19th-23rd the Trunk Line Association covering the territory of the Delaware and Washington Conferences, save Virginia, has granted a rate of one fare and three fifths for the round trip on the CERTIFICATE PLAN. The Southeastern Passenger Association covering the territory of Washington Conference in Virginia and North Carolina has been asked to cooperate in this rate for the Baltimore Convention and will do so in all probability. Tickets for the Baltimore Convention will be on sale at all railroad stations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia and North Carolina from July 15th-20th. The special agent will be at the Convention on July 20th and 21st to validate all tickets for the return trip. ASK FOR A CERTIFICATE and not a receipt when you purchase your ticket. To make good this rate there must be an attendance of not less than 100 delegates holding certificates. In purchasing his ticket on the Certificate plan be are to ask for Certificate when purchasing yor ticket for the going trip. Watch for additional instructions as to this in the Sothwestern Christian Advocate. In all matters concerning railway rates or pastors should take up the same with Local Passenger Representatives and Ticket agents without delay. BOARD AND ENTERTAINMENT Our pastors and delegates can readily see that free board and lodging at the convention would be impossible. A uniform rate of $1.00 per day has been fixed by the Local Committee at Baltimore, Md. Pastors and delegates desiring homes at Baltimore should write to Rev. L. A. Carter, 1144 Pennsylvania avenue., Baltimore, Md., who is chairman of the Committee on Homes for the Baltimore Convention. The local Committee prefers that pastors and delegates expecting to attend should write at once and secure a card of assignment showing the name, street and number so that on arrival, each can go to his home without any trouble. Our friends who have attended large Conventions should know how important this is and no time should be lost in communicating with the Chairman of Committee on Homes as above named. The sooner the better. The Trimmer's Trick. I took the trouble to watch a trimmer fill a basket with ordinary potatoes, writes "Tip" in the New York Press. He took an enormous potato too big to sell to any wise buyer. He put this potato on end with crowns up in the basket and then he built upon it a kind of trestlework or bridge, pilling on the fine sized, nice round baking boys on top. When the customer buys, the potatoes are poured as quickly as a flash into a big bag and it is only when the housewife gets home that she find the giant-sized potato nearly filling the bag, and she wens up when she cuts up the big, fat boy for boiling. As a rule, the big ones have a great big hollow heart and insides as black as a man's hat. Nowadays they are selling tomatoes and other truck on baskets, not in them. They take a nice big wad of paper and fill up the basket to the top and then pile in the produce and put on the price. Night. Snail. the Match. Might Spor the Suitor—"I would like, to see the photo of the lady with the $500,000 dowry." Matrimonial Agent—"We don't show photos with the large dowries."—"Flegende Blaetter. Prophecy Verified. "This child," said the clergyman, who was about to christen Brown's baby, "may some day make a noise in the world." And the next minute, when Master Brown felt the cold water, the good man's prophecy was verified more speedily than he had ex- POULTRY DUAL-PURPOSE FOWL HOUSE How to Construct Building for Keeping More Than One Breed and for Small Matings. In many cases where a person wishes to keep more than one variety of fowls or have more than one mating of the same variety, it devolves upon him to construct such buildings as will best serve his purpose. If he only wishes to make small matings and has only a limited amount of space to devote to poultry, the continuous breeding house will probably appeal to him. In a house of this kind it is found advisable to construct it of such dimensions as will allow pens about eight feet by eight feet and also have an alley about four feet wide which can be used with great convenience for cleaning, feeding and watering, says Farm, Stock and Home. Pens of this size will easily accommodate about eight or ten females and one male bird. Each pen should also have a window of fair dimensions facing the south. Dropping boards, roosts and nests should all be made movable so that they can be the more easily cleaned and disinfected. Good dimensions for such houser will be found to be five feet from sill to eaves in the rear or north side and Dual-Purpose House. seven feet from eaves to sill in front or south side and twelve feet wide. Any length can be used to contain any number of pens. The walls of these buildings may be constructed to suit one's fancy, but a good substantial wall can be made by placing boards vertically between the sills, covering with a layer of tar-paper or other building paper and then a layer of drop-siding. This will be found to protect fowls well under ordinary conditions. Of course, the building may be lathed and plas- Roosting Platform. A-Dropping board. B-Roost support. C-cost. tered if desired. The roof can be made straight or broken, but the broken style will be found to give the best satisfaction. The front slant should be about five feet from eaves to peak, which will leave about nine feet for the rear slant on a building twelve feet wide. Any material may be used, but be sure that the roof is all-tight as it will keep the building warmer and also allow a better working of the ventilating system. In the matter of nests one may indulge his fancy. There are so many patent nests, both with trap and without, that it would be no hard matter to get what one wants. However, the old soap box, with one side removed, still continues to be the favorite as it answers the purpose and Mrs. Hen doesn't seem to care whether it's patented or not. If one has plenty of area in which to raise poultry he may desire to have colony houses instead of a continuous breeding house. In this case he will use small movable houses, probably about 10 by 10 in dimensions. There will be no need of an alley in a house of this kind. This building should accommodate from fifteen to twenty hens on free range. These houses may be placed at intervals on the space devoted to poultry and this system is generally conceded to be most successful. Of course, one may construct the interior of these buildings to suit his fancy, but he should always bear in mind that at some time he will find it most convenient to have as many parts removable as is possible. The dropping boards may be placed on cleats and the roosts on loose standards. A strip 2 by 2 will be found to make a good roost and good standards may be made from a 10-inch board. Guard Against Lice. Just before the chicks are due to arrive, give the hen a good dusting with insect powder, even if she seems to be free from lice. Let the chicks stay in the nest with their mother for at least thirty-six hours and then place them in a suitable coop with her. 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Gold, $1.00 Crown and Bridge Work $3 to $5.00 All work done by Small Payments. —EASY TERMS— EXAMINATION FREE 118 W. LEXINGTON St. Enormous Exports of Paper. Manufacturers in the United States exported 104, $33, $38 pounds of print- ing paper last year. It Comes From Paris. Quite the newest dining fad in Paris is to have everything of the very simplest. Four simple but, of course, exquisitely served dishes take the place of the usual long dinner, and the table decoration consists of a crystal or cut glass bowl of violets. The effect is charming. PRICE 26 CENTS DOUBLE SIZE 40 CENTS for sale at all drug Stores MINISTER'S PLEA FOR SQUARE DEAL Rev. Dr. M. F. Sydes Believes In Fair Play For All. NO COLOR LINE GOVERNMENT. The Treatment of All Classes of Citizens According to Law and Not on Account of Their Nationality Would Ultimately Result In a United People In America. Baltimore.—That the race must not try to succeed on colorphobia lines and that the ideals of the founders of the United States will be ultimately realized in the fair treatment of all classes of citizens is the opinion of Rev. Dr. Marion F. Sydes, the new pastor of the Waters A. M. E. church, this city, expressed in a recent interview. Dr. Sydes has thought deeply on various aspects of the race question, and his conclusions are the result of his viewing the question from its every angle. He has lectured in various sections of the country on racial and economic topics, and his addresses on "The Two Divisions of Man," "The New Negro For a New Century" and "The Reign of the Demagogue" have been flatteringly received. "I have very definite views," says Dr. Sydes, "on the race question, and the principal one is that all of our ef- PRESIDENT REV. DR. M. F. SYDES. forts to succeed along colorphobia lines will come to naught. I believe in fair play for labor and capital, and all I ask for the race is a fair deal, a man's rights, that we fill a man's place and that we receive a man's pay for labor performed. Our insistence along these lines, without any compromise, will do more good than appealing to the white man on the ground of our color. "I do not preach a white man's gospel or a colored man's gospel, but give to my congregation exactly the same kind of teaching that I would to a white congregation. I have taught my daughter not to expect discriminations because she is colored, but that if they come her way to make the best of them. In a word, the continual expectance of things because of your race does not tend to remove those things that we most abhor—race prejudice and vile discriminations. In short, I firmly believe that under one flag, under one government and with the fair treatment of all regardless of race the grand outcome will be a united people." Dr. Sydes was born in Eddville, Ill., Aug. 18, 1868. He was graduated from the high school of that town at the age of sixteen and almost immediately thereafter received an appointment as a teacher in Kentucky, but his parents refused to allow him to go on account of his youthfulness. After two years of study in medicine he decided to enter the ministry and in 1880 joined the Illinois conference under the late Bishop John M. Brown. He entered the college department of Wilberforce university, taking a select course; also a postgraduate course in the Hillsboro college in 1900. He was a member of the Ohio conference for fifteen years, filling some of the most prominent appointments, including a term as presiding elder of the Columbus district. His ability as a public speaker created a big demand for his services, which were requisitioned for every big campaign in Ohio while he was stationed there. Four years ago he was transferred to the Virginia conference, the first three of which were spent with great success at St. Paul church, Newport News, Va., and last year at John Brown Memorial church, Norfolk, Va. He received the degree of doctor of divinity from Morris Brown college, Atlanta, in 1006. Hot Home For the Race In the South. The south is the home for the Negro, says the Atlanta (Ga.) Negro Fortune Teller, a spicy weekly journal, but it is a mighty hot home. With fire burning even in the court of justice there is little pleasure here for him. When justice shall act justly in the south the land of Dixie will become "home, sweet home" to the Negro. FACTOR IN CIVILIZATION. How Colored Americans Hava India westerly Aided Nation's Unlift Speaking of the contribution of the colored race to American civilization, Lawyer B. H. Smith of Minneapolls, Minn., says: "Without the Negro John Brown could not have shown the world that 'one drop of humanity makes all men kin.' his absence from the republic and the world would not have known Abraham Lincoln, the power of his intellect, the tenderness of his heart nor the sweetness of his soul; without him there would have been no Gettysburg, no Grant, no Lee, no Appomattox. "Harriet Beecher Stowe could not have shown the world by drama the slightest inkling of the crime of slavery, the great Sumner could not have shown the world his unbounded love for humanity, nor would we have learned the Golden Rule from Garrison and Phillips without him. Doughlass could not have demonstrated there was eloquence in the Negro race, nor Toussaint L'ouverture that he is brave and possesses the innate powers of statesmanship. "Booker T. Washington could not have demonstrated his constructive and executive powers, nor could that fearless champion and scholar, W. E. B. DuBois, have shown that he is capable of the highest intellectual developments—that his ideals are those of the most advanced races and that he will be content with nothing short of full manhood rights and privileges wheresoever he may dwell." ASKS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR COLORED SOLDIERS None Named In List For Promotion In Regular Army. The Rev. Dr. J. Milton Waldron, pastor of the Shiloah Baptist church in Washington and organizer for the National Independent Political league, recently addressed the following open letter to President William II. Taft; President William Howard Taft, Executive Mansion, Washington: Dear Sir-Perit me on my own behalf and on behalf of the National Independent Political league thank you for the stand you take against race prejudice in the army of the United States, of which commander in chief. Both my self and the league I represent stand for equal rights and opportunities for all American citizens, and we feel it our duty to comment any man or set of men who stand for the same principle. We would beg to remind your excellency of the race prejudice which now exists and has existed for more than forty years against the colored men in the army and navy of the United States and to appeal to you as the commander of the land and naval forces of our country and influence our offices in helping to uphold this hydra headed monster from the army and navy of our beloved country. You will agree with me that the United States has no more loyal, brave, competent and self-sacrifice soldiers than the colored men who have been and who are now enlisted in the army of this country, and yet few, if any, in the four colored regiments have ever been put into the regular army as commissioned officers, and the examination of enlisted men for promotion to the position of second lieutenant in the regular army which you have ordered and which appeared in the public press June 9 does not contain the name of a single colored soldier, nor have we seen the name of any such soldier in any list for examination which has been ordered by you since your incumbency of the office of chief executive of the nation. We cannot believe that you mean to be a party to race prejudice in the United States army, nor do we believe that in the four repriments of colored soldiers in the United States army there are no enlisted men who are capable of passing the examination for second leutenant. It must be that your failure to order such men before the examining board of the army for promotion is an oversight, we believe you simply have failed to give attention and you will in the future give colored soldiers as well as soldiers of Jewish or Hebrew extraction the same opportunity afforded white soldiers. Yours for equal rights and opportunities for all American citizens. J. MILTON WALDRON, Pastor Shabbat Babist Church and National Organizer the National Independent Political League. DR. R. R. WRIGHT HONORED. Editor of Christian Recorder Elected a Debate to Examiner Conference Delegate to Ecumenical Conference. The bishops' council of the A. M. E. church, which recently closed its two days' session in Wilberforce, O., elected a representative to the ecumenical conference of Methodists which will meet in Toronto, Canada, next October. The fortunate delegate is Dr. R. R. Wright, Jr., the youthful but successful editor of the Christian Recorder, which is the official organ of the A. M. E. church. This conference meets every ten years—its last meeting was in London in 1901—and it is one of the most important gatherings in Christendom. Dr. Wright is a graduate of the University of Chicago and the University of Pennsylvania. He is one of the very few colored men who have won the Ph.D. degree from great American universities. His Ph.D. was conferred by the University of Pennsylvania, in which he had the distinction of holding the research fellowship in sociology for two years prior to his election as editor of the Christian Recorder. Ex-Slave Sleeps With Former Owner. The late Hon. Gideon Welles, who was secretary of the navy in the cabinet of Abraham Lincoln, made a request before his death that when Henry Green, his trusted servant, died he should be buried in the family plot in Hartford, Conn. Mr. Green, who lived to the age of eighty, died recently in East Orange, N. J. In accordance with Mr. Welles' request his body was taken to Hartford and interred in the Welles plot. THE AFRO-AMERICAN-LEDGER ANNUAL MEETING OF PHYSICIANS Thrifty Organization of Professional Men Discusses Methods by Which Various Diseases May Be Checked—Appointment of Three Health Commissioners Recommended. BY GEORGE FRANCIS KING. Durham, N. C. The twenty-second annual session of the North Carolina Medical, Pharmaceutical and Dental association, recently held in this city, was a noteworthy event. The pertinent features of this meeting were the papers by prominent members, which revealed unusual preparation and quite an exhaustive treatment of the subjects claiming the attention of the members from every section of the state. In delivering the annual address President F. S. Hargraves, M.D., of Wilson, made a comprehensive resume of peculiar conditions paramount in the activities of the men identified with the movement and in part said: Wherever our men are found in sufficient numbers there should be formed local associations. There should be appointed three commissioners—one on tuberculosis, pellagra and hookworm—to report at the next annual meeting. This report should be submitted to a similar commission of the National Medical association. Study and make a just contribution to medical progress, which is incumbent upon us as members of a progressive profession. We should not be discouraged or despair because we are poor or members of a young race or because we have not a Rockefeller foundation to aid in our investigation and research. Vaccination, which checked the deadly onslaught of smallpox upon the human race, was given to us by a man unknown save in his immediate community. The efficacy of nitrous ether as an anasthetic was demonstrated by a country doctor in South Carolina three years before the experts in New England sent the news broadcast to the world. There is no barrier to the intellect. It cannot be circumscribed by prejudice or legislation. Every life is lifted up or pulled down by the power of thought acting upon it. Dr. J. A. Kenny, resident physician of Tuskegee institute and secretary of the national association, was present and delivered an address. Great interest was manifested by the body in the coming meeting of the national association at Hampton in August. The public meeting was quite a [Picture of a man in a suit with a tie]. F. S. HARGRAVES, M. D. demonstration on the part of the laity. Dr. A. M. Moore, one of the leading physicians of the race, presided. The welcoming address on behalf of the local doctors was delivered by Dr. C. H. Shepard, one of the leading Afro-American surgeons, and the response on behalf of the association was by Dr. P. H. Williams of Raleigh, interesting and enlightening papers were read by Drs. G. A. Gerran, High Point: L. E. McCaulley, Raleigh: W. T. Debe, Washington, N. C.: J. A. Battle, Greensboro: W. A. Mitchner, Wilson: C. H. Shepard, Durham: T. A. Mann, health officer for Durham: J. D. Douglass, Rocky Mount: A. M. Rivera, D. D. S., Durham: J. W. Walker, Asheville: W. P. Carter, Goldsboro: A. H. Ray, Sullsbury, N. C.: J. A. Tinsley, Weldon: J. H. Baxter, Henderson: J. S. Massy, Monroe: J. L. Engle, Charlotte: M. L. Walker and J. A. Pethel, Charlotte: A. W. Whitfield, Belhaven: D. C. Yancey, Wilson: C. H. Bynum, Kingston: W. P. Coleman, Reidsville. Many of the doctors present paid a tribute to the late Dr. Thomas R. Mark of Wilmington, N. C. second vice president of the association and one of the potent factors in developing the movement. Dr. A. A. Wyche, secretary treasurer of the association, has through his indefatigable efforts, with Dr. A. M. Moore, Dr. J. W. Walker and several others of the old members, kept the association alive. This meeting was the greatest ever held in the history of the organization. Lott Carey District Convention. The Baptist denomination in North Carolina has greatly increased throughout the state during the year. The pastors of churches and the missionary workers are looking forward with much interest to the coming meeting of the Lott Carey district convention, which meets in Wilmington on Wednes- Jehovah's Suffering Servant Sunday School Lesson for July 9, 1911 Specially Arranged for This Paper LESSON TEXT—Isaiah 52:13; 53:12. MEMORY VERSES—53:4-6. GOLDEN TEXT—"The Lord hath laid on him the iniquity of us all."-Isa. 53:6. The lesson is from the second part of the Book of Isaiah. Whenever written it belongs to the time of the exile, just before the return. It brought hope, inspiration, instruction, life, and light in the darkest period in the history of Israel. God's peculiar people were in exile among heathen populations. Their homeland, Palestine, had been devastated. Jerusalem lay in ashes. The temple was a heap of ruins. The nation was like the stump of a mighty tree which had been cut down. The tree had been cut down because it refused to bear the good fruit for which God had planted it. But in captivity the people had been learning their lesson, and the time had come when it was possible for a new shoot to spring up from the barren stump, and a renewed nation to take up its appointed mission. But in order to do this, the nation must be made to see clearly what they must be and do, and the deepest motives toward this end be inspired within them. All this is a parable for the world. It throws no little light on our lesson to realize its relation to the prophecy as a whole. According to all critics the whole lesson really belongs to the fifty-third chapter of Isaiah, the fifty-second ending at the twelfth verse. The prophecy consists of 27 chapters, of which the fifty-third is the central one, making the whole prophecy to consist of three sections. First, the first thirteen chapters are a trumpet call to the captive Israelites who have been "hanging their harps on the willows," unable to "sing the songs of Zion," to awake to faith in God, and obedience and loyalty to him, and to be prepared for their deliverance. Second: Chapter 53 presents the means by which the redemption can be accomplished, the heroic service of his people, and the supreme self-sacrificing love of his son. Third: The succeeding thirteen chapters present the results of the redeeming nation, and the redeemed world. The service of God was a commission to witness and prophesy for God upon earth." Israel was "elected not to salvation, but to service," or rather as in the case of any individual, the nation was elected to salvation that it might be of service. It was necessary that the "servant" who was to carry out God's purpose of saving the world should be a nation, from the condition of the ancient world. "Of all possible combinations of men the nation was the only form which in the ancient world stood a chance of surviving in the struggle for existence." The servant of God was the nation of Israel. Jesus Christ did God's service for the world's redemption by bearing the sorrows and sins of man. His sufferings were not because he himself had done wrong, but in order that he might save us from them. He bore them on his heart and sympathy. He bore them away by his healing power. He bore them as the martyr and the hero suffers that he may save the oppressed and the wronged and persecuted from their sufferings. He bore them away by transforming them into character. He bore them by giving his life for our sins, so that by removing sin he removed most of the griefs of man. Christianity has been the chief power in removing the griefs and sorrows of mankind. The prophet foresees these things fulfilled in Jesus Christ. The picture in these verses is almost a photograph of what took place five hundred years later. He was oppressed, his sufferings were unjustly inflicted on him. Read the story of his trial. He opened not his mouth in protest. He submitted to the wrong. Jesus was put to death with the wicked on the cross, and they thought to bury him in a criminal's grave. They appointed his grave with the wicked, but by a striking providence the same authority gave permission to a rich man, Joseph of Arimathea, who provided him with an honorable burial in his own rock-hewn tomb. Yet it pleased the Lord because he saw the good to be gained. He shall see his seed, his spiritual descendants, filled with his spirit and carrying out his plans. He shall prolong his days. He rose from the dead, ascended to heaven, and is the everlasting leader and king. Of all kings he is the most glorious. Of all kingdoms his is the largest, noblest, best beyond all compare. This far-off vision of Jesus, and of the redeemed world, is one of the strongest proofs of a revelation from God. Professor Ramsay declares that the Bible is unique among ancient religions in that "to the Hebrew prophets, and to them alone, the better we lay always in future." "The best is yet to be, The last of life for which the first was made." We see in this lesson the one source of power for saving man, and transforming the world. The path of unselfishness is the path to power. The business of all followers of Jesus is to be servants of Jehovah, to do as far as in them lies the same kind of service that Jesus did. Those who discourage us the most in an undertaking are the first to tell us "I knew you would succeed," when we have attained success. 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She was graduated from New York State Normal School, at Albany, a few days ago, receiving the degree of bachelor of science. She was one of the commencement orators. Miss Lewis is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Lewis, prominent Alabamians. Last Meeting of M. E. Ministers The Methodist Episcopal Minister's Meeting will hold their closing exercises at Edegwood M. E. Church Lutherville, next Wednesday. Following an attractive program, dinner will be served under the supervision of Rev. William Brown. A ministerial concert will be given at night. Nazarites Hold Reception. King Hezekiah Pasture, the oldest lodge in the Nazarite fraternity gave a largely attended reception Thursday evening of last week at Nazarite Hall. They were assisted by the members of St. Matthews Court. The lodge was founded nearly sixty years ago and only one of the original members, Bishop James A. Handy, is now living. Mr. Simon Ridgely is grand worthy shepherd of the lodge. Vacation School Open Next week The vacation school will begin next Monday at the public school on Division street near Lanvale. A good attendance of little ones from all parts of the city is expected. Only those pupils who failed of promotion will be allowed to attend this summer. First Baptist Celebrates Fourth The young people of the First Baptist Church gave a unique and patriotic entertainment Tuesday night. The program which savored of the spirit of Independence Day, was thoroughly enjoyed. Rev. P. Carter Neal, is pastor of the Church. Graduating Class Entertained. A reception was given to the graduating class of the Association Institute College, 718 N. Caroline street, a few evenings ago, the hosts being Rev. A. M. Molock, president of the college, and Mrs. Molock. A summer session is now in progress. Presentation. The Dorcas Circle of King's Daughters of Metropolitan M. E. Church, on Sunday of last week, presented the Board of Directors of the Aged Men and Women's Home, of the M. E. Church, with a handsome purse of $79.05 for the use of the Home. The Home is situated on Druid Hill avenue near McMechen street. Mrs. Sarah Stevens is the president of the Circle and James A. Harris is president of the Home. St. Francis To Be Renovated St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Calvert and Pleasant streets, will be renovated inside and out. The work will begin next week and will consist of refrescoing the interior, varnishing the benches and painting the exterior of the church. The assistant pastor, Rev. J. Plantvigne, will leave the latter part of the month for a vacation which will include Southern Maryland, Kentucky and Long Island. Closing of Ministers' Meeting The closing session of the A. M. E. Minister's Meeting was held Monday of last week at Mt.Calvary Church, Towson. Following a sermon by Rev. William, A. Harris, brief addresses were delivered by Revs. Coleman, W. E. Williams, D. D. Turpeau and others. The ministers unanimously adopted a resolution endorsing Rev. Dr. A. L. Gaines, president of the meeting, for the editorship of the Christian Recorder. Mrs. H. Rufus White was the organist for the session. After the close of the meeting, the ladies of the church served a bountiful dinner. A vote of thanks was tendered them and Rev. J. A. Briscoe, pastor of the church, followed by an offering of $15 for the church. Bathers at Walters' Bath warm weather has brought out in large numbers at the Public Baths, 1006-22 Arneu. There were 3,927 of and tired variety to take ad of the opportunities offered th and July promises a still number. [Image of a man in a suit with a decorative border]. Mr. Dominic Gaspar, who was graduated from St. Hyacinth's College, Canada, a few days ago, was born in Louisiana 26 years ago, and will probably enter St. Joseph's Seminary, this city, to prepare for the priesthood. Rev. Charles R. Uncles, a teacher in Epiphany Apostolic College, this city, witnessed the graduation exercises. He is an alumnus of the school. Antioch Baptist Church. Antioch Baptist Church, Rev. R. T. Reed, B. Th., pastor of Antioch Baptist Church, and secretary of the Maryland Cooperative Baptist State Convention, who has recently returned from Philadelphia, where he went to attend the Baptist World's Alliance, preached a very able and instructive sermon to a full congregation at his church on Sunday morning last; His text was from Psalm 35, 1-2 inclusive. He declared that a broader and more complete knowledge of the Fatherhood of God and Brotherhood of man is very much needed in the United States of America, and that a deep sensitiveness of our relationship both to God and all mankind must be practiced before we can hope to take the world for Christ. Rev. R. T. Reed has given the race question in this country a careful study, and will preach on the same subject Sunday morning next. Sermon at 11 a.m. Quarterly Conference At the first Quarterly Conference held in St. John A. M. E. Church, Tuesday evening, reports submitted by Rev. Lewis S. Flagg showed that the work is in a flourishing condition. A number of the oldest members of the church have died recently. Presiding Elder P. J. Jordan, presided. A Pretty Wedding At the home of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Woodhouse on Presstman street on Monday of this week at 8 P. M. the marriage of their sister, Miss Georgia Hall, as quietly solemnized in the presence of the immediate family and a few friends. The Rev. P. W. Wortham, brother-in-law of the bride, performed the ceremony. The bride was attired in a handsome gown of white french, batiste trimmed with real lace and carried a very pretty bouquet of roses. The bride is the daughter of Mr. Joseph C. Locks and comes from one of the oldest and best known families in Baltimore. Mr. and Mrs. Hall will be at home after July 15, at 1622 E. Madison street. Miss Pearl Flagg, of 634 George street, has returned from Washington, where she was graduated from the Colored High School at the head of her class. She will enter the Washington Normal School in the fall. The rally captains of Sharp Street Memorial church assembled in the lectureroom of the church om Monday night to receive the final reports from the recent rally. Reports submitted shoed that over $1,000 had been raised, and the $1,000 as paid on the principal debt, along with $243.75 on the interest, Wednesday morning. At the social hour which followed the meeting, many of the members congratulated the pastor of the church, Rev, W. A. C. Hughes, on the excellent showing made. ILEAD-OTHERS FOLLOW I carry a full Line of Colored Human Hai's Goods Combings made in puffs and braids Madame J. CREDITT'S Hair Dressing, Face Massage and Planicuring Parlors 1129 Druid Hill Avenue Horrible! One man, doubtless, has been cured of the habit of kissing the young woman who attends to his nails; and she can point to him and say: "See the man-I-cured!"—Kansas City Star. Too Great in Volume. The importance of art as a vehicle of knowledge is less appreciated because its results are so common. THE AFRO-AMERICAN-LEDGER on the Following Dates Where you can enjoy a pleasant outing and rest from the turmoils of the city. Make your selection now, also secure your day or moonlight trip; only a few more open. For full particulars, apply to Geo. W. Brown, Miller's Wharf, foot of Caroline Street, 8:30 A. M. and 2:20 P. M. or Walter Langley, 1418 Jefferson Street. JULY. 9—Carrey Star House, No. 16, of Job. 10—Nonpareil Beneficial Association. 11—Asbury M. E. S. S. 12—St. Paul M. E. S. S. 13—Union Baptist Church S. S. 14—Board of Lady Managers of Provident Hospital. 15—John A. Holmes Chapter E. L. of Metropolitan M. E. Church. 16—Shiloh Baptist Church. 17—G. U. O. of Nazarites. 18—John Wesley M. E. S. S. 19—Galilean Fishermen to Cambridge. 20—Sharon Bapt. Ch. and S. S. 21—Wayland Baptist Church and S. S. 22—Education and Missionary Convention. 23—Four Churches Combined. 24—Bethel A. M. E. Church from Chestertown to Grove. 25—Provident Beneficial Society. 26—Ames M. E. Sunday School. 27—Church Aid of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. 28—Trinity A. M. E. S. S. 30—The Ladies' Aid of Centennial M. E. Church. AUGUST. 1—Antioch Baptist Church and S. S. 2—St. Matthews M. E. Church. 3—Metropolitan Annex Sunday School. And Whatcoat M. E. S.S. 4—Perkins Square Bap. Ch. & S. S. 6—Rev. Belt, Baptizing. 7—G. U. O. of B. S., S. & D. of Job, No. 7. 8—Asbury M. E. Church to Port Deposit. 9—People's Benefit and Fraternal Soc. 10—St. Mark's No. 37, G. U. O. of Good Hope. 11—Good Hope & Virginia Bapt. Ch. and S. S. 13—Ames M. E. Church. 14—John Wesley Choir. 15—St. James A. M. E. Church, Havre de Grace to Grove. 16—Janes M. E. Ch. from Chestertown to Grove. 17—Brotherhood of St. Paul. 18—Grace Presbyteran Church. 20—Ames M. E. Church. 21—Princess Tabernacle No. 42 & No. 3 Lodge, K. & D. of Samara. 22—Queen Elizabeth Court O. O. C. K. of P. 23—Ragmen's Association. 24—D. F. B. Association. 26—Friendship Lodge, No. 29, K. of P., from Chestertown to Grove. 28—Silver Spring Social. 31—Choral Symphony Oratorio Society. MOONLIGHTS. JULY. 7—K. of P. 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Catonsville Car, 5 cents carfare to St Joseph's College; follow Frederick road and 2 roads to left. o3t 8-15-22 Union Excursion BARTOWN, MD. Annapolis JULY 10, 1911.... K. of P. and Bethel Company Drill Corps Parts of Pythias Aand Kfield, Direceor St. Wharf at 7:30 a. m. on any member of the Uniform Studies' Drill Corps. - 50 CENTS Paper Up On Machine Unitype US GROW! WENS @ SON & Embalmers GENERALS $75.00. black cloth, steel gray or white plush; side case; beautiful rubber-tired hearse, with casket, as desired; five heated card- ial robe, embalming, opening graves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, cruz- all of the latest designs. $136.00 Saving you.....$61.00 $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $175. if remains from Hospitals. $00 and $50.00 Complete. No use doing without your favorite paper. Just order your Afro-Afro-American Ledger to be sent to you at your summer home. No charges for changing as often as you want. The main thing is to have your paper wherever you are. You want all the news from home, and the only way to get it is to get the Afro-American Ledger, and it only costs $1.00 the year.—Anywhere in the United States. 7 Miss Alice Mead, of York, Pa., has returned home after a delightful visit to her cousins, the Misses Fernandis, of 108 Center street. Mr. Charles Wesley, is confined to his home, 1107 Pennsylvania avenue with a genreal breakdown. Mr. G. Cummings, of 1209 Park avenue, is in Atlantic City. Saturated with class. Whitman Sisters and company, Daly's, next week. Miss Flossie Robinson, of Essex County, Va., is spending a few days in the city. Miss Maggie Eldridge, of 1209 Park avenue, has gone to Asbury Park for the summer. Mr. A. Eugene Butler is motoring in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Mr. and Mrs. William Lewis, Miss Ozno Lewis and Miss Adele Fauntleroy have gone to Atlantic City for the summer. Whitman Sisters, week of July 10th, at Daly's. Rev. M. W. Traverse of Catskill, N. Y., was in the city this week looking after some property interests. Don't fail to attend the Outing of the Classes of Mr. L. E. Toomey at Greenwood Electric Park, Tuesday, July 18. Kerr's Orhcestra. Third week and still a riot. Whitman Sisters. Daly's week of July 10. Miss Hannah Morris, of Washington, D. C. is spending her vacation with her mother, Mrs. Sarah F. Morris, 1829 Eager street. Among the Baltimoreans who will attend the Christian Endeavor Convention in A tlantic City are Misses M. E. Beale, Annie Murray and A. L. Martin. Mrs. Marian Ambey, of 534 Laurens street will spend the summer with Miss Ida Snowden, at Woodburn, Carroll County. Mrs. George Fossit, and Mrs. Allen Jackson, of Anacostia, D. C. were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Truxon, of Presstamn street, last Sunday. Mr. Allen Jones of 660 Presstman street, has returned from a visit to friends in Richmond, Va. He also visited his uncle, Mr. Simmons, of Petersburg. Week before last, last week, next week, CONSTANTLY, a scream. The Whitann Sisters in new songs, sketches and everything. Mr. C. Marcellus Dorsey, the printer, has been drawn as a member of the September Grand Jury. Mr. Wm. H. Lee, of 1634 Druid Hill avenue, has gone to Lake Champlain for the summer. Mrs. Robert D. Jennings, of West Virginia, is spending several weeks here with relatives. Mr. Oliver Christmas has gone to Cape May for the summer. Mr. L. H. Davenport, has recently returned from a brief trip to Philadelphia, on business. Mrs. Daniel G. Hill and family, of 417 Mosher street, are spending the summer at Petersville, Md. Rev. Mrs. D. Bryant and Miss Anetta Gaskins of 558 Presstman Street, left the city this week for Asbury Park N. J. for the Summer VERONA GREATEST BORN MEDIUM MAKES NO CHARGE if the object of your visit is not explained without asking a question. 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