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THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER --- VOL. XX NO. 51. CAPITAL IS SORELY NEEDED IN LIBERIA Consul Crum Says American Investments Would Pay Well And Be Favored DISLIKE EUROPEAN TRADE METHODS Steamship Service Greatly Improved During The Past Washington, Aug. 16—Dr. William D. Crum, United States minister to Liberia, in a report to the Bureau of Manufactures, says that Liberia, is in need of capital for its development. He points out that the Liberian coffee growers are dissatisfied with the prices paid them by Europeans, that a telephone system has been installed at Monrovia and that steamers touch the Liberian capital regularly. He cows in part: "During the coffee season of 1911, there was considerable dissatisfaction on the part of the farmers of the St. Paul River district, who are the largest coffee producers in the country, with the prices they were able to secure from the merchants. The principal purchasers of Liberian coffee are German and English merchants, who have local branch houses at most of the ports of entry on the sea coast. It has been customary for these merchants to make advances of provisions and goods to the planter against his coffee crop as security. At the coffee season these advances generally amount to just a little less than the value of the planter's crop. As the trade goods advanced to the planter always carry large profit for the merchant and give him a positive hold on a definite amount of coffee, the advantages of this system for the merchant are apparent. "In addition to realizing the serious drawback of this system, the S t. Paul River planters claim that market prices were misrepresented by local merchants. Protests and concerted action by the farmers forced the merchants to advance the price one cent per pound in most cases. Since then the farmers have been obtaining market quotations direct from Europe. "The steamship service to Liberia, both passenger and freight, was considerably, improved during 1911. Both the Elder Dempster Line of Liverpool and the Woermann Line of Hamburg have steamers calling at Monrovia twice a month outward and inward. The combined service of these two lines gives Liberia good mail facilities. Cargo steamers are now leaving Hamburg weekly that will carry freight for Liberian ports. From Liverpool cargo steamers that will carry both passengers and freight sail every two weeks. "Almost all English steamers, passenger and cargo, in the African trade are now equipped with large refrigerators and carry fresh meats and provisions in sufficient quantities to supply the demand of the foreign element in the seaport towns of the West Coast. These refrigerator steamers have greatly improved the living conditions of foreigners in Liberia, where the problem of fresh food has always been difficult. "A direct line of cargo steamers has been operating between New York and the West Coast of Africa for more than a year. The steamers comprising this line are dispatched alternately every two months by the Elder Dempster Company and the Woermann Company. DR. W. D, CRUM It has been the practice of the Elder Dempster boats not to stop at Liberian ports unless at least twenty-five tons of cargo were billed in New York for Liberia. The Woermann boats always stop at Liberian ports, and usually come heavily loaded with American kerosene, lumber, tobacco, and such other freight as can be secured. "This direct line ought to be of great assistance to American exporters looking to the West Coast of Africa for trade opportunities. If it is well patronized from the New York end its permanence is assured and its value to American commerce will be great. The products now furnished this market by the United States are for the most part shipped to Hamburg, Liverpool, or the Canary Islands, and then transhipped from these points to West African. It would appear that much time and money could be saved by loading freight on the steamers at New York which sail direct for West African ports. Although there may be little or no difference in freight rates, there will at least be a great difference in transit time in favor of the direct line and ultimately an increased volume of business is certain to modify rates. "During 1911, the German South American Cable Company, which had already installed a cable service at Monrovia, completed its telephone system in the city. Nearly all the business houses and Government officers have been fitted with this new convenience and its use has already proven of immense advantage to local business interests. The telephone system will contribute its most important service to the country, however, when the interior towns and districts are linked with Monrovia. While no steps are being taken at present to this end, it is highly probable that this necessary work will not be delayed much longer. "The South American Cable Company, under French management, finished laying and connecting its cable lines in 1911, and early in 1912, cable service over this company's lines was offered to the public. "The French Wireless Company has continued the construction of its station at Monrovia, and it will probably be in operation soon. With the completion of this installation, Monrovia will have a cable, wireless, and telephone service under German management and a cable and wireless service under French management. Either cable company communicates with all important points in the world. It is stated that the German wireless has a maximum radius of 400 miles, while the French wireless will be able to operate at a distance of 2,500 miles. "There is an abundance of cheap labor in the country that is in a large degree unproductive. This can be explained by the relatively limited amount of capital active in industrial undertakings of any size in the country, and the ability of the farmers to pay a fair wage to Continued on Page 4 SOUTHERNERS WERE NOT ALL THROWN OUT Delegates From Many Southern States Were Seated In Bull Moose Convention REPORTS OF NEWSPAPERS WERE FALSE That colored delegates from the South were not entirely excluded from the Roosevelt convention, held at Chicago, last week, is the assertion that Joseph P. Evans made to a representative of the Afro-American Ledger. Mr. Evans represented the Fourth Maryland Congressional district at the convention, and was the only colored member of the committee on permanent organization. He also took a prominent part in the deliberations and was one of the speakers at the welcome to the returning Bull Moose delegates at the Hotel Rennert last Friday night. "The dispatches in the daily papers," said he. "alleging that colored delegates had been entirely excluded from the convention is false. Oklahoma, Texas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Arkansas had colored delegates, Bishop J. M. Conner representing the latter State. "In addition, the States of the North and West also had colored delegates and some of these men were given important committee assignments. This is something the colored voters of the North and West have not previously enjoyed. In the excluded delegation from Mississippi, there were 12 white men and eight colored, yet the press dispatchers said they were all Negroes. "That convention marks a new era for the race in this country. The colored voters of the North and West were not only accorded recognition for the first time, but the way has been paved for the race in the South to become more influential factors in the body politic. The opening has certainly been made for the exclusion of those who go to national convention without interest in the welfare of the people of their section of the country and the race but means that only men keenly interested in the race and their section of the country will be allowed to come to the front. I attended the Republican National Convention and noted carefully some of the sad conditions prevailing, and that has maie me more firm in my opinion." Colored Brother Is Much Sought After Washington, Aug. 16—The Taft forces are out in quest of supporters and are holding out the olive branch to all of those who have strayed away from the old reservation to nest under the banner of Roosevelt and the Progressives. Col. Henry Lincoln Johnson and Register James C. Napier sent a telegram out to the colored men in attendance at the Roosevelt convention last week asking them to please return to the fold. The Taft forces are going to use allegation that colored delegates from the South were excluded from the Roosevelt convention, ignoring the fact that five Southern States had colored delegates. Old Mingo Saunders, who has been given a mes sengership by executive order; T. F. McAllister, who has been given another term as receiver of public moneys at Jackson, Miss., and even General Robert Small, whom President Taft has renamed as collector of the port at Beaufort, S. C., but whom a hostile Senate has so far refused to confirm, will be cited to show the friendliness of the Taft forces. Added to this will be the heralding of the names of Assistant Attorney General Lewis and C. A. Cotterill, collector of customs at Honolulu, as examples of the men "who got something that the race never had before. The slogan is: "Vote for the Grand Old Party as it freed you from the House of Bondage," even though those freed were turned loose and left on the back stoop. Governor Wilson Will Get a Big Slice Trenton, N. J., Aug. 15—Judging by the talk of colored Democrats hereabouts as well as the pilgrimages that colored men have been making to Sea Girt and this city to see Governor Wilson, the Jersey executive will get a most flattering vote from the race. Among the colored men who attended the Wilson notification ceremonies a Sea Girt last week were Bishop Alexander Walters, A. Cosey, of Jersey City; James L. Curtis, of New York; Charles L. Barnes, Jarsas W. Howard, both of Pennsylvania; Thomas W. Swann, of Chicago; A. H. Underdown, and A. J. Clarke, both of Washington. Many Attend Columbia Summer School New York, August 16. — The summer school of Columbia University come to an end today. There were about 50 colored students in attendance, most of whom lodged outside of the university grounds. The colored students are for the most part teachers, and pursued courses in English, philosophy, mathematics, education, psychology, history, modern languages Latin, and Greek, sociology and natural science. Among the students enrolled were: Misses Susie Jenning, Lucy Nook, Mr. Elizabeth Burrell, H. C. Scurlock, T. Montgomery, Gregory A. Glenn, W. Robinson, J. A. Logan, all of; Washington; Misses Helen Crampton, Williamsbridge, N. Y.; Laura Horace, Jacksonville, Fla.; Mary E. Eubanks' Institute, W. Va.; Eugenia W. Jacobs, Fayetteville, N. C.; CarrieBelle Cole, Rosalie Pinckney, Julia Mixon, all of New York City; Mrs. E. Woodward, Austin, Tex.; Woody B. Jacobs, George Hines, both of Kansas City; Ora T. Weaver, Troy, N. Y.; and James S. Harris. Brooklyn, N. Y. President Spares Mattie Lomax Washington, Aug. 15—President Taft has commuted the sentence of Mattie Lomax, condemned to die for the murder of her husband, to life imprisonment. The President had been besieged for months by persons who did not want the death penalty visited upon a woman. Will Start Again Fordyce, Ark., Aug. 15. — The management of the Star Messenger; the plant of which was destroyed by fire, is rapidly getting into shape to carry business along the former progressive lines. Famous Singer Dead Philadelphia, Aug. 15—Mrs. RebeccaWright, one of the best known singers of the race died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Eliza White, from a complication of diseases. She traveled for eleven years with Mme. Greenfield, the famous "Black Swann" APPROPRIATION URGED FOR EXPOSITION To Celebrate Fiftieth Anniversary of the Emancipation In Proper Manner NEGROES COULD MAKE A FINE SHOWING. Should Be Giyen Chance to Show What They Have Done With New York, August 16.—"J. C. H.," in a letter in yesterday's Times, urges that Congress appropriate $250,000 for exposition to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1913. The writer states that there are 10,000,000 colored people," he bulk of whom live in the South, that the colored people own $600,000,000 worth of property in this country and ends his communication, as follows: "It will be fifty years in 1913 since Abraham Lincoln issued his proclamation declaring the freedom of the Negro from slavery. In his annual message to Congress at the beginning of the second session of the Sixty-first Congress, President Taft called attention to this fact and expressed the opinion that the event, one of the most important in the history of the United States, should be properly celebrated. "It was suggested that 'a proper form of celebration would be an exposition to show the progress the Negroes have made, not only during their period of freedom, but also from the time of their coming to this country,' and accordingly, the President recommended the appointment of a preliminary commission 'to consider carefully whether or not it is wise to hold such an exposition, and if so, to outline such a plan for the enterprise.' This commission, in the President's opinion, should serve with out salary, except as to actual expenses, and an appropriation to meet such expenses was recommended. The matter has dragged along and nothing has been done to carry forward the enterprise. On July 1 of the present year Representative Bradley of the Twentieth New York District, who was brevetted for gallantry in the war which made the Negroes free, offered an amendment to the Sundry Civil Appropriation Bill 'to appropriate $250,000 for expenses of the semi-centennial exposition for the celebration of the semi-centennial anniversary of the Act of Emancipation.' The amendment was 'referred to the Committee on Appropriations and ordered to be printed,' and there the matter rests. Either the Congress should grant the appropriation or it should declare flatly against the enterprise. "The sum asked for is not large and the occasion is important. The Negroes have not asked for much at any time and they have not been treated with great liberality in matters of appropriation from the public treasury. There is much objection to the appropriation of public funds for the holding of expositions that were not more meritorious really than the exposition which the Negroes would now hold to show how they have prospered in this land, and it would seem to be good policy and fair treatment to give them what they want. "At different expositions there have been Negro departments and Negro exhibits; but a strictly Negro exposition has never been held, and as thousands of soldiers 'died to make men free,' it is not 'asking much to give them now enough money to prove to the world' what they have done with [their 'freedom.'] Will Fight Against Disfranchisement Little Rock, Ark., Aug. i5—The Arkansas Suffrage League is making a big fight against the ratification of the proposed disfranchising amendment, which will be submitted to the voters of the State in September. Auxiliary leagues have been organized all over the State and the voters urged to pay their poll taxes. The league has raised funds in all parts of the State for the carrying on of a campaign of education among colored and white voters. The recent Democratic State Convention refused to adopt a plank in the party platform favoring disfranchisement, but since that time Governor Donaghey has declared in favor of the elimination of the colored vote. RECEIVERSHIP WOULD HURT SOCIETY Attorneys File Answer For Home Benefit and Fraternal Society Hawkins and McMechen,counsel for the Home Beneficial and Fraternal Society, filed in the Circuit Court Wednesday an answer against the suit of Delaware Williams asking for a receivership on the ground that the society was insolvent. Mr. Williams brought suit last week in which he claimed that the society owed him upwards of $900, including a loan of $165.89. He was connected with the society until a month ago, when he accepted a position with the Columbia Beneficial Society. The anwser states that the society was organized in 1909 by Mr. Williams and others, and that those making answer to the suit had then and have now other lucrative employment, and that they were induced to become interested on the ground that their names had weight in the community. The defendants claim that Mr. Williams has not accounted to them for several hundred dollars, that the manner of the plaintiff toward the office force was not congenial, and that they were not aware that Mr. Williams had contracted in his own name for office furniture. They say that any loan made to them by the defendant was on a two-year tenure as were those of other officials of the company who also advanced money to meet current demands. The answer asserts that $500 of the money that the plaintiff claims due him was for services rendered, and while he had agreed to accept no money for service rendered, until the society was on a strong foundation, that Mr. Williams had received $1,600 while no other official had received over $150. Any claim that the plantiff may have against the defendant corporation, states the answer, will be settled in due course after the same has been proven. The answer also states that the society was reorganized in June, last and Mr. Williams duties as manager was restricted to building up business in new fields. Four weeks thereafter he quit. The defendants assert that a receivership would be harmful to the interests of the members of the society, and that business has increased 15 per cent since the plaintiff resigned. --- BISHOP SHAFFER MADE WELCOME A RECEPTION IN HIS HONOR HELD IN PITTSBURG. Officials Of North And South Pittsburg Districts, City Pastors and Congregations Give Rousing Pittsburgh.-The most notable event an religious circles in this city and richness recently was the magnificent welcome reception tendered Bishop Cornellus T. Shaffer, head of the Third Episcopal district of the A. M. M. church. Wylie Avenue church was the scene of this great assemblage of many brilliant features. The meeting was called to order by Dr. D. S. Bentley of Euclid Avenue A. M. E. church and chairman of the committee of arrangements, who conducted the devotional services. The opening hymn was read by Dr. R. H. Morris of Brown chapel, the treasurer of the committee of arrangements. The Scripture lesson was read by Rev. P. E. Paul of Meadville, and Rev. C. P. Herrington of Franklin led in praer Dr. Bentley then arose and said: "We are gathered here tonight to welcome to our conference and our great city a most distinguished churchman, behind whom there is a long and illustrious history. I am sorry to announce the absence of Dr. T. J. Askew, P. the presiding elder of the East Pittsburgh district, who was expected to preside at this meeting, but is kept from us by pressing work more than 300 miles away. Master of Ceremonies Lauds Speakers. "In his absence, however, I have the pleasure of presenting another young man of sterling worth to act as master of ceremonies, a man who is entertaining in thought and expression and who is in every way fitted for the occasion. In the person of Dr. P. A. Scott, the pastor of Wylie Avenue A. M. E. church." In his usual happy manner Rev. Scott accepted the honor conferred upon him and expressed his joy in the privilege of blinding welcome to the distinguished guest of honor and, in announcing the program, paid a pleasing and appropriate tribute to each of the speakers. Most scholarly and eloquent welcome addresses were delivered by Dr. N. D. Temple, presiding elder of the North Pittsburgh district, and Dr. R. H. Bury, presiding elder of the South Pittsburgh district, both of whom gave lavish and fluent expression of the great joy with which the pastors and people of this conference and community hail the coming of the eminent Bishop Shaffer and the readiness of all to follow his wise and godly leading. Rev. C. P. Herrington sang very sweetly, "I'm Here on Business For My King." Rev. Scott then introduced the bishop, and in his usual dignified manner he rose and in the choicest diction accepted the words of welcome and expressed his pleasure in the cordiality with which his coming here was being met. Among other things of especial worth, the bishop said in part: Bishop Shaffer's Timely Address. "I am traveling over the Third Episcopal district to get personally acquainted with the work and needs of the various sections, so that I will have some first hand knowledge to guide me in the matter of making appointments at the annual conferences. This district is especially dear to me, for here I was born, and also my parents. Within this district I was converted, licensed to preach, ordained a deacon, an elder and to the office of bishop. "Forty-two years ago my elder brother presented me to the conference in Ohio; later he presented me at the general conference to be secretary of the Church Extension Society, and later he presented me at the general conference to be elected bishop. I am the only bishop in the history of the A. M. E. church whose mother was present at its ordination to that office. I am exceedingly glad that I am returning to the district where I started forty-two years ago. "I have no principles to declare, and all that I ask is that you look back over my career as a minister, a general officer and a bishop—yeah, over my forty-two years in public life—and see what you think I will do. I am not here to preach, but to live so as to point men and women to the Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the world. Wants Brotherly Love to Continue. "And, further, I am here to co-operate with you in all lines of advancement, in order that we, as a race variety, may take our rightful place among the other races of the earth. Men must not complain and find fault with their lot, but get busy and make things better. It would be a sad thing to put a man in a place who claims that he has great ability and is fitted for something better when with all his great ability he remains in this place and does not make it better. Well, I wait, and let the echo answer. If you do not find a place, make one! My friends, in my dealings with you the merit system shall prevail. Give me your confidence, and I will give you mine. Make known your grievances, and I will give you my feeble advice. Let us walk in brotherly love and hand in hand with God. "I appreciate fully the sacrifices you have made to be here tonight, and I get great inspiration out of your presence, for it shows me the great interest you have in your church, and an idea of your desire for co-operation with me for the successful carrying forward of the work of the church. It is not what a man says, but what he does, that counts. Let me struggle to prove how much I appreciate the spirit manifested here tonight by what I shall try to do during the ensuing four years." Throughout the exercises the Bethel choir, under the direction of Professor Harris, rendered very attractive and appropriate music. Following the program the large audience retired to the lecture room, where all were served with a most delightful luncheon under the management of Caterer J. W. Harris and a large committee of ladies and gentlemen representing the different city churches. This grand testimonial and reception was given by the pastors and members of the Wylie Avenue church, Brown chapel, Euclid Avenue, Allen chapel, St. Paul, McKeesport, Homestead, Franklin and Meadville, and was attended by twenty-five ministers and nearly a thousand people. It was an event long to be remembered in Pittsburgh. PLAIN TALK TO WORKMEN. Hold Your Jobs—Build Better Homes and Churches, Says Washington. Newport News, Va.—With rare fact and force Dr. Booker T. Washington, who is a master in handling men and solving difficult problems, recently spoke to a large group of colored men and boys who are employed at good wages by the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock company. Dr. Washington spoke very plainly on the subject of colored men and boys attending more strictly to their work. There is a distinct need of having the 2,250 colored men and boys co-operate with the general manager, Homer L. Ferguson, and other officers of the great shipbuilding plant, who have clearly shown, even under the most trying conditions, their desire to give the colored workers a square deal. The question to be settled has not been one of hours and wages, but of getting them to work regularly. A group of colored men from Newport News, headed by Walter K. Jones, who has the respect and confidence of white and colored people alike, brought the matter before Major R. R. Motion of Hampton Institute, and he in turn secured the good offices of Dr. Washington in bringing the problem fairly and squarely before the colored workers in the shipyard and those who could bring unusual influence to bear upon them. Dr. Washington outlined the condition of workingmen in southern Europe. He told graphically the story of his trip through Europe and his experience with men and women who were poorly fed, poorly clothed, poorly housed and poorly paid for their inborous services. He showed by contrast how much better off are the Negroes of America, who do not have to seek work and who with thrift can improve their economic condition. The Newport News shipyard pays weekly to colored workers $25,000. This fact shows the important economic reason for Dr. Washington encouraging the colored workers to stick to their jobs and, instead of recklessly and foolishly spending their good wages, build better homes and churches. An eloquent appeal was made by Dr. Washington, who through actual experience knows the hardships of an uphill struggle. He urged the colored people to do their full duty and more than they were being paid for, to keep their word, to put heart and conscience into their work, to co-operate heartily with those in authority and to cultivate civic pride. He called upon the white people to exercise more patience with the colored people with whom they deal, for after all the American Negro is a loyal Christian American citizen. He asked that the colored men and boys of the shipyard be given the opportunity of making a new start. The eyes of the colored people throughout the United States are turned upon the men and boys who have in their grasp the success or failure of many of their fellows in industrial life. THE AFRO- AMERICAN-LEDGER CONUENTION OF BUSINESS MEN THE NATIONAL BODY WILL MEET IN CHICAGO. Program For Thirteenth Annual Session, To Be Held Aug. 21st, Contains Many Interesting Topics For Discussion. BY N. BARNETT BODSON. The program for the thirteenth annual meeting of the National Negro Business league in the selection of speakers and subjects to be discussed is voluminous and attractive. Persons representing various lines of business as proprietors from some twenty-six states are booked to speak at the different periods during the three days the convention will be in session. The league will be the guest of the Chicago Negro Business league, of which Dr. George C. Hall is president, and the Chicago Association of Commerce, George M. Spangler manager bureau of conventions. The sessions of the league will be held in the institutional church, 3S25 Dearborn street. The headquarters of the league will be at the Young Men's Christian association, 3S20 South State street. The league will be called to order on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 10:30 a.m. by Dr. George C. Hall. The address of welcome on behalf of the local league will be delivered by the Hon. J. Gray Lucas and on behalf of the citizens of Chicago and the Chicago Association of Commerce by E. B. Butler. Subjects and Speakers For First Day. Immediately after the appointment of the committees on credentials, resolutions and auditing by President Booker T. Washington Wednesday morning, Aug. 21, Paul Scott of Mitchell, S. D., will discuss the question of "Breeding Thoroughbred Leghorn Chickens." Other subjects and snuckers will be: "Making Farming Pay," C. N. Miller, Oliver Dickerson and A. L. Caston of Rolling Fork, Dickerson and Shelby, Miss., respectively; "My Success as Farmer, Stock Raiser and Thrasher," W. V. Smith, Larned Kan; "Truck Farming," Washington Read, Wellston, Mo.; "Conducting a Thoroughbred Stock Farm," Peter L. Hensley, Mount Sterling, Ky.; "Truck Gardening," Gid Hooper, Port Worth, Tex.; "Wheat Growing as a Business," J. D. Rouse, Hitchcock, Okla.; "My Experience as a Cotton Buyer and Commission Merchant," George Giles, Ocala, Fl.; "Making Boot Blacking Pay," J. E. Morrisette, Philadelphia; "My Success as Dealer in Railroad Ties, Telegraph Poles and Pilings," Warren II, Davis, Great Barrington, Mass.; "What I Have Accomplished as a Real Estate Dealer," Watt Terry, Brockton, Mass. The discussion on this topic will be led by L. H. Ferrillbe of Chicago. The main feature of the evening session on Wednesday will be Dr. Washington's annual address. Other speakers and subjects will be Major R. R. Morton of the Hampton (Va.) institute, who will discuss the work of the organization society in Virginia; William P. Crump of Phoenix, Ariz; who will discuss fruit growing; Andrew J. Oford of Chicago, who will tell how he manages a motorcar machine shop; W. A. Wallace of the same city, who will give his experience for ten years as a baker; Mrs. J. H. Joleman of Washington, who will tell how she manufacures hair preparations; J. A. Williams of Tampa, Fh. who will speak on cigar manufacturi, and J. Alex ander Mackenzie of P. Antonio, Ja malen, B. W. L. who will give his twenty years' experience as general engineer for the United Fruit company of his home. Newspaper Men on Program Thursday. The publishing business, its biters and its sweets, will form the basis for an interesting discussion led by W. E. King of the Dallas (Tex.) Express and Editor Ben J. Davis of the Atlanta (Ga.) Independent on Thursday night. Other features will be an address by Bishop Isaiah B. Scott of Monrovia, Liberia, on "Liberia as an Opportunity for Negro Business Men" and an address by Julius Rosenwald, the Chicago co capitalist. Friday morning's session will be devoted to reports from state business leagues in Colorado, Virginia, North and South Carolina, Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Florida, Mississippi, Texas, Louisiana and Kansas. Reports from the following alliated organizations will also be heard: National Bankers' association, National Funeral Directors' association, the Bar association and the Press association. Friday afternoon from 3 to 6:45 there will be a steamboat excursion along the lake shore, Evanston to South Chicago and return, for the benefit of the delegates to the various organizations. At night a banquet will be tendered to members of the league at the Seventh regiment armory. Agricultural College Opens Sept. 20. The Oregon Agricultural college, Corvallis, Ore., will reopen for the full term on Friday. Sept. 20. The course of study in each department is aranged so as to meet the needs of students in any grade. The school has a faculty of capable, painstaking and experienced instructors. WILSON STANDS ON HIS RECORD Josephus Daniels Invites Close Study of Writings. Chairman of Democratic Publicity Bureau Points Out Errors of Campaigns of Previous Years and Finds a Good Moral—Roosevelt Also Wrote Books and Made Bitter Attacks on Various Men and Classes. New York.—Josephus Daniels, chairman of the publicity committee of the Democratic national committee, said today: "Eight years ago during the presidential campaign of 1004 I came to New York, and, being a member of the Democratic national committee, I dropped in at the headquarters of the committee. I found the literary bureau of the committee very actively engaged in perusing the volumes 'of Theodore Roosevelt. When I saw on every desk 'The Winning of the West,' 'The Life of Thomas E. Benton' and a half dozen others of the works of the then Republican nominee for president I wondered whether or not I had got into the right place. "I was immediately set right, however, when I was informed that the literary young men were engaged in culling from those books some of the many denunciations and bitter criticisms and attacks made by Theodore Roosevelt upon public men and measures and his aspersions upon great representative bodies of our people, such as workingmen and farmers. "I found them preparing to send forth broadcast all over the land such excerpts from the writing of Theodore Roosevelt as: "Cowboys are much better fellows and pleasurer companions than small farmers or agricultural laborers, nor are the mechanics and workmen of a great city to be mentioned in the same breath." "Mr. Bryan and his adherents have appealed to the busiest set in the land—the farmers." "They (workingmen who object to government by injunction) are not in sympathy with men of good minds and sound civic morality." Hits Quakers Too. "They quoted from what he said about the Quakers, that those who would not fight were traitors to their country. "They said that when the farmers and workmen and the Quakers came to know what Theodore Roosevelt had written about them they would rise up with wrath and indignation and bury Theodore Roosevelt beneath an avalanche of votes. They said that Roosevelt would not answer that exposure of his views, and, of course, he never did. I agreed with them that it was the proper thing to do to herald these utterances through the country. "As to whether or not that sort of campaigning had any effect the result of the campaign eight years ago speaks for itself. "The Republican party is attempting to do today the same sort of thing that the Democrats tried in 1908. The Democrats out-Rodenberged Mr. Rodenberg. They were eight years ahead of him in this sort of thing. It didn't work with us then, and it will not work with them now. Stands on His Record. "The attempt to attack Governor Wilson because of certain statements which he made in writing history and in commenting upon events of history as they appeared to him as historian will fall signally. As one great metropolitan newspaper pointed out, Mr. Rodenberg and his kind are simply 'Blowing against the wind.' Governor Wilson is running for president on his record as a public man, and with that record the public is fairly well consentant, and it will continue to learn more as the campaign progresses. "He is running for president on his record as governor of New Jersey—what he said and did in that capacity rather than what he wrote as a historian, chronicling events and commenting upon them as they appeared to an impartial observer whose duty it is to write of things as they are rather than as they should be or as he would have them. "Our Republican brethren are entitled to all the thunder they can make out of Governor Wilson's writings. I hope they will read them carefully and thoroughly. They will be able to gain a great deal of valuable information, and when the context is read along with the excerpts which have been taken from his works for the purpose of placing him in a false light I have no fear as to the results. All that is needed is a thorough understanding. "Ingersoll sought to disprove Bible truths and to assail Holy Writ by the same methods which the Republicans are seeking to assail Governor Wilson." The average business man has awakened to the fact that it is a good investment to give some of his time to political affairs. This is one of Democracy's best signs of victory. Perhaps the Republicans, as represented by Taft, are satisfied with the Payne-Aldrich tariff bill. But the majority of the voters are not. ...JOHN H. TOADVIN.... 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKER 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 inviors and hoping for a continuance of the same. 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The kind I make are guaranteed to please and improve. Full line of Human Hair Goods, also Tonics, Shampoos and pomades. Hair work of all kinds made to order. Scalp treatment, Massage and Shampooing. Hair culture, Manicuring. MRS. LUCY S. DAY, 1308 N. Fremont Aye. South 422 or South 396-Y. Mount Vernon 5138 Alex. Hemsley. Wish to announce to the generous at my old stand, 578 W. BIDDLE S. favors and hoping for a continuance of weddings, parties and funerals, and day or night. Yours, ALEX. HEM. Mt. GEORGE H. HOLT FELIX B. 106 E. Mulberry St. ::::FUNERAL C. & P. No Branches. Not Connect. A reward will be offered to sons doing business Felix B. THE BALTIMORE LIFE F. S. Strobrid. Home Office: Cor. Charles & The Leading Life Insurance Life Insurance Policies issue Premiums collected weekly fi Issues The B The Old 图 1211 DE PH BUTLER, Most Equi WIG and Making A Specialty. The kind and improve. Full line of Human poos and pomades. Hair work o treatment, Massage and Shampo MRS. LUCY S. DAY, TO THE LADIES I LEAD-OTHERS FOLLOW I carry a full Line of Colored Human Hair Goods Combings made in puffs and braids Madame J. CREDITT'S Hair Dressing, Face Massage and Manicuring Parlors 1140 Druid Hill Avenue Entrance on Dolphin St., 3rd floor. "Hairdresser to Society" Of course there are other Hair Dressers BUT ONLY ONE EXPERT MASSAGING AND MANICURING 831 DRUID HILL AVE. THE PEOPLE AND THE CURRENCY. In dealing with the complicated and difficult question of the reform of our banking and currency laws it is plain that we ought to consult very many persons besides the bankers, not because we distrust the bankers, but because they do not necessarily comprehend the business of the country, notwithstanding they are indispensable servants of it and may do a vast denl to make it hard or easy. No mere bankers' plan will meet the requirements, no matter how honestly conceived. It should be a merchants and farmers' plan as well, elastic in the hands of those who use it as an indispensable part of their daily business.—From Woodrow Wilson's Speech Accepting the Democratic Nomination. 2 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. ley, Funeral Director and Embalmer serious public that I am still doing business LE ST. Thanking the public for all past ance of the same. Carriage for hire for and special attention given to all order HEMSLEY, Mt. Vernon 2578 Main Office. B. PYE Sr. St. Nr. Calvert, AIL DIRECTOR::: P. PHONE connected with any other firm required for the detection of per- ness under the name of X B. Pye Sr. THE LIFE INSURANCE CO. Bridge, President Lies & Saratoga Sts., Balto., Md. Insurance Company in Maryland issued on ages from 2 to 79 only from the homes of the insured The Best Contracts Old Reliable AIT! GET IT NOW Giving Machine to buy is the machine the People are Getting are types of SINGER machine which speak aves. Can be had on very easy payments yes, we'll make terms to suit all 1 DRUID HILL AVENUE. Phone, Madison, 3778 M. Equipped Repair Shop Up Town d TOUPEE kind I make are guaranteed to please human Hair Goods, also Tonics, Sham- ork of all kinds made to order. Scalp dampooing. Hair culture, Manicuring. Y, 1308 N. Fremont Ave. THE RENARD Moving Picture Parlor We change our pictures to please our patrons 1230 PENNSYLVANIA AVE. near Lanvale street Are you losing weight? Do you feel worn out, tired and drooping? If so, have your lungs examined. A stitch in time-saves nine. Use the famous reconstructive Tonic "STRENGTH & LIFE" which prevents Tuberculosis and checks all incipient cases if the direction is followed. Don't allow your existence to be shortened by Tuberculosis. It is preventable by the defensive process of building up. Dr. Campbell is Specialist in Tuberculosis, Indigestion, Neurosis & Rheumatism. Has the least death rate of the physicians in Baltimore. He examines thoroughly and tells if case is beyond remedial aid. Call or write Dr. David Newton E. Campbell, 1369 N. Carey Street, Baltimore, Md. & P. Madison 2682 M. List of cures furnished on application. OLIVER J. CAULK ..House Painter.. ..And Paper Hanger.. 2143 Druid Hill Avenue. House Painting Glazing, Graining Enameling, Floors Stained-Varnished or Waxed. Leaky Roofs Cemented and Painted. Estimates and Propositions submitted Having had experience in the Painting Trade. I especially solicit your patron- age As an Advertiser Try the Afro-American. MODERN TEACHER MUST BE WELL INFORMED AND UP-TO-DATE. How The Pupils Are Trained At ate Utne tes ei ORE ERS ‘The Tuskegee Normal And Industrial School. SS ee re ae ee eae mie eke eae in argiculture, one who knows. the science and practical workings of argiculture, is not the only demand of the hour :n the educational world. School teaching, plain, old everyday school teaching, has put on new robes and is calling for those who keep these robes fresh. Its latest dress is correlation. The school teacher of former days had only to know the dress, how it was made for the frabric thereof was not a part of his ta:k. The book fthat was all the erst while pedagogue needed to know. It is far otherwise now. While grasp- ing the principles of his text the school teacher of today must be able to bring the theory of that text down to.common things. The other day Tuskegee supplied a teacher for a vacancy ina city in Illinois. What was it to teach arithmetic and grammar? — Yes, that. Then she was to teach sew- ing, a class in cooking, a class in gymnastics. She as to organize a community meeting, _ introduce school gardening, establish prizes for those pupils who raised the best products and gain the’ cooperation of the parents of the children sutfi- ciently to secure from them the money for the prizes. Could she do all this? She did. She had had the training. Dressmaking and eooking-she had taken as trades while studying arithmetic and grammar. Cooking, she and every other girl, who enters Tuskegee, must take. During her last two years she had specialized. in educa- tion. This means that she had gone out inte the surrounding commu- nity and taught classes, that she had seen mothers’ meetings organ- ized, prize contests in vegetable raising set agoing. In a word she was not caught napping. The ‘en- vironment alone at, Tuskegee, where conferences and farmers’ meetings are constantly held, could have equipped her sufticient- ly to master the situation. ‘This young. woman’s story is Dut one of many illustrating the modern demand upon those who would go . forth as professional teachers. Anticipating this, Tus- kegee Institute, a few years age es- tablished a-regular courselfor the all round school teacher. The princi- ple upon which this course rests is that.the student teacher is a work- er in his class. room and in his community. In his last two years inschool at Tuskegee, if astudent elects the profession of teachine, he must; begin to take special studies in that direction. He is required to teach in the class room under the direction of experienced teachers both in the night school and the day school. He receives instruction in preparation of a les- son-and in the presentation of that lesson... Then he enters the class room and applies the theory of pre- sentation. This is all one in Tus- kegee Institute, which with its 1500 students is a big laboratory for such work. Around the school community:are several model pub- Tie'schouls.. He makes trips to these-and sees how such schools are conducted. Finally, through special arrangement, he is required to go out and teach in one of these for two weeks, Jn the meantime on the trade side he is taking one trade and ob- serving many. His specialty may be blacksmithing or mattress mak- ing, yet in course of two or three years he picks up knowledge. of the various kinds of farming, points on electricity, on. shoemaking and on many other of the thirty-seven branches of.industry taught at Tus- kegee. But how does he gain any respect- able knowledge of so many trades? Through correlation in mathe- ‘matics he measures floors, and walls of the class room. _ Over there a new brick building is being, erect- ed. Forth he goes with his whole class and mathematics teacher and makes computations on brick, the mortar, the rafters, shingles and the like. Wek Ae aa at ite Tn ee BE net “| cagpan CEN er (ee A Co ee Bp ge ee vi he ae Si ER eo ay gS REV, HARVEY JOHNSON, Pastor of Union Baptist Church, who celebrated his sixty-ninth anniversary last week. texture under consideration. Cot- ton, fruit, meats, vegetables, iron, various kinds of wood are studied in this way. In the grammar class: es students write composition and give talks on their various trades. ‘Thus they exchange knowledge un: til each pupil is familiar with many trades other than his own. Thus correlation gets into the blood of the young teacher even long before he: chouses his profession. It becomes therefore second nature tohim to teach in this manner when he secures a position. So much is said about industrial work at Tuskegee that frequently the impression gets abroad that the schoo! is nothing more than training quarters for laborers. It is thought in many instances that the academic branches are very ele: mentary and that they are bat in differently taught, This is by ne means the case. True, no Latin, Greek, or modern languages aré taught, but in mathematics, Eng: lish, geography and history Tuske- gee Institute runs as high as the average high school of the South. Jn some branches it goes even high: er. In English there are two years of Rhetoric supplimented by the ‘reading of several English classics. _ In mathematics, they cover plane geometry inaddition to having con. crete geometry. Economics, Unit- ed States history, Ancient and ‘Medieaval history as well as Physics and Chemistry all run as high as do these subjects in the average high school. All these subjects are taught with an eye to the scheme of cor- relation, so that wherever the young teacher lands he can’meet the de ‘mands upon the up-to-date teacher. A FALSE ALARM OVER CAPTURE ‘The Alleged Capture Of Reuben | T. Hill Caused Jubilation In Richmond. Richmond, Va., Aug. 15.—The news that startled all Virginia tha! Reuben T.Hill, the alleged abscond. ing cashier of the defunct True Re- formers’ Bank, had been captured, and was in jail in Fulton, Ky., is afalse alarm. A local police offi cer who went to Fulton to identfy the man under arrest wired back that it was not Hill. A reward of $2,000 awaits those who affect his arrest. According to his books as cash- ier, it is said that the missing mar ‘was $30,000 short in his accounts. He was also treasurer of the Lott Carey Baptist Convention. While his reported arrest causec jubilation among the present offi. cials of the order, many were ap: prehensive that his capture woulc mean.the trial of other officials o! the order.. This would not include W. P. Burrell, as he has alread; been tried and acquit‘ed on charge: growing out of, the failure o the bank. —-—_ Cockeysville Happenings (Speciat 10 ‘The Afro-American Ledger.) | Cockeysville, Md., August 14.— Aneat sum was realized at the rally at Bazel. A. M. E. Chureh. Mrs. Mary Lee, the evangelist, and her daughter are. conducting revi- val services at the church. There has been a large number of visitors here. Princess Anne Notes. (Special ta The Afro-American Ledger., Princess Anne,Md., August 15— ‘A most successful camp. meeting given under the auspices of the A. M. E. Zion Church, has just closed here. Rev. Joseph L. Butler is:pas- tor of the church. Rev. James U. King, of Michaels preached at the M. FE. Church Sun- day. NEWS THROUGHOUT STATE OF MARYLAND MANY visitors: FROM VAR- JOUS PARTS OF THE STATE INDENTON., © Rey. S. H. ea uigse To Ac: cept A Charge In Balti- more—Other Notes. oot to The Afro-American Ledger.) - Denton, Md., Aug. 14.—Rev. C. B. Bailey, of the Preston Circuit. preached at the People’s Industrial Park, Sunday. Mr. Thomas J. Harner died at his residence in West Denton, las ‘Tuesday from paralysis of the brain. He leaves a wife and ten childrer to mourn: their loss. The funeral was largely attended. Rev. J.H. Nicholas and daughter are visiting Mr. and Mrs. James Carter. Mra. C.S, Leeper, of Washington, is visiting Mrs. Dora D. Bailey. Mr. Washington Taylor, of Balt more, and little granddaughter, Hilda, visited friends here . Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson, of Wit mington, Del., is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Lydia Dyer. Mrrs. C. B. Casson is entertaining her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs, Robert Bell, of Wayne, Pa., also. Miss Mary B, Cassor and Miss Cuff. Mr. and Mrs. Craton Adams ar guests of Mrs, Rosa Henry. Mrs. Robert Fountain is visiting friends in Baltimore. Mr. J. H. Smith is visiting friends in Dover, Del. Mr. and Mrs. John !Smith, 0 Baltimore, will make theie futur ‘home here. "Rev. and Mrs.E.T. Addison wer in own last week attending. the funeral of Mrs. Addison's uncle. Mrs, A. J, Bailey is at’ Atlantic City, visiting her daughter, Mrs W. J. Stanford. Hagerstown Notes. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Hagerstown, Md., Aug. 16. — Rev. S.H. Smith, pastor of the Second Christian Church, has_re- signed to accept a charge in Bal- timore. Miss Alice Johnson, of Balti- more, is visiting her brother, Rev. David Johnson. Mrs. Irene Pendleton and three childran, of Baltimore, are the guests of Mrs. Francis Trusty. Miss Edith Clark, of Baltimore, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs.George Williams. Mrs. Lilly Miller has gone to Petersville for a week. Rey. David Johnson, Mrs. Mary Cooper, and Mrs. Matilda Matthews spent several days in Baltimore last week, attending the Hagerstown District Conference and Sunday School. Convention. Reisterstown Items. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Reisterstown, Md, Aug. 15.—A four weeks’ camp meeting, heldfun- der the auspices of the A. M. E. Church, is in progress here. Rev. L.A. Carter is pastor of the church. Miss Leona Carter, daughter cf Rev. L. A. Carter, is convalescing from her recent illness. Snow Hill Notes. (Special to the Afro-American Ledger) Snow Hill, Md., Aug.-14.—Mes- dames Lizzie Tingle and Norris Harman, and Mr. Henry Blake are on the sick list. Mrs. Mary Purnell and daughter, Miss Ethel are home at the bedside of her mother, Mrs.Lizize ‘Tingle. Mrs. Mary L. Green, who bas been visiting her daughter Mrs. Lavenia Jewett has returned to her home. Mr. Noah Hach, Mr. George Rob- ins, Mr. Zadok Britman, and sever- al of our men. who have been to Lewes, Del., to work are nov, home ona few days vacation. Mrs. Mary H. Harman died Sun- day, August 11, and was buried August 12. Mr. and Mrs. George Dale, ac- companied by Mrs. Adelle Robins are spending a few days.at Lewes, Del., and Rehoboth, Del: The all day’s meeting at ‘Cool Spring Sunday was largely attend- ed. Mr. Horace and Samuel Tingle are home on account of their sick mother. } The old soldiers of this seetion held avreunion August! 4. The three posts, Berlin, " Pocomoke. and Snow Hill. The attendance was large and the parade and speak- ‘ing were excellent. LABOR AND THE RULE OF RIGHT. je ~The working people of Ameri- f Ca—if they must’ be distleguish- ~ ed from the mluority that con- + stitutes the rest of It-are, of T course, the backbone of the nu- + tlou Xo law that safeguards ‘f their life, that Jmproves the phys Jeal and moral. conditions under which they live, that makes thelr ~ houry of labor rational and tol- erable, that gites them freedoi to uct ip thelr own Interest and 4 that protects them sbere they cannot protect themselres cau : properly be regarded. as class legistation or as anything but as, : @ measure taken In the interest of the whole people, whose part- nersbip in right action we are trying to establish and make real and practical, It {s in this spirit that we sball act If we are gen- ulne spokesmen of the whole country—from Woodrow Wil- son's Speech Accepting the Dem- 7: ocratic Nomination. aE See er Ie ae think that it is bound to strengthen Governor Wilson among the thinking people of the country.” Will "Ring Through the Country. Governor Georze W. Donnghey, Ar- kansas—"It was a great speech. It will ring through the country, It 13 Just what be sbould have said. The | people have never felt more confident of success since the first nomination of Grover Cleveland.” Sowa For Wilson. Judge Martin J, Wade, lowa.—"“For the Grst time since the state was ad- mitted to the Uuion lowa will this year - give its electoral vote to the Democrat: | 4 nominee for president” Jeffersonian to the Core, Jobn A Dis, Governor, of New York.—"Governor Wslsov's “speech of acceptance Is marked with broad. vk slon and clear thought, expressed io language every American can under stand. As a business man and sanu- tacturer, 1 am especially pleased with his positive and statesmaniike position on the paramount Issue of tarlif re- form and bis demand for an immedi: ate downward revision. 1p sincerity, precise statement and comprehensive I grasp of great principles and thelr ap- plication of the fundamental needs of the country the speech is Jeffersonian to the core. It contains no appeal to | passion and eseltes no prejudice. Gorernor Wilson has presented to his party and to the nation clear concep- tlon of the truth that the real. strug- gle In the pending campaign is be- tween the concentrated powers of priv- flege and the aspiration of the Amer!- ean people to realize in their govern- ment and their economic Industrial and social relations the full measures of the principles of freedom, Justice and progress, upon which the republic was founded. ‘To all the Issues and every national need Governor Wilson applies the ‘rule of right and common advantage.’ The reforms be advocates are farreaching, but they are neces: sary, sound and practical. The speech will awaken and stir the national con- science and lead to a triumph that ‘will restore to the people the control of their goveroment and. fnaugurate 8 new and happier epoch fa the life and éevelopment of the republic.” Worthy Leader of Progressive Ameri- . cans. Louls D. Brandels, Boston.—“Gover- nor Wilson’s speech of acceptance ia tho utterance of a twentieth century statesman, With keen perception he recognizes the evils from which the people are suffering and.the dangers which threates our welfare. With broad vision he points the way by which those evils may be removed and the dangers averted. He proves bis understanding alike of business and ot social needs and that be is a Democrat in fact as well as {n name, and bis courage 13 undoubted. Progressive Americans bare in him a worthy lead- er.” Equable and Moderate, New York Sun.—"Gorernor Wilson's speech of acceptance has good luck as well as merit, It. comes just to time: to contrast sharply witb the tn- terminable bediamite rant of ‘Th, Den- tatus Africanus Ferox. And, if with- ‘out contempt of campus It may be anid, though written by a college presi: dent very recently retired, it is in the English language, not anuemle and seldom with suspicion of priggishness or donnisbness, though it bas an alr, a certain academle distinction of Its own, What will please everybody who has a lring'to make Is Governor. Wil- son's equable and moderate tone. Gov- ernor’ Wilson 1s for repair, not for de- struction.” Partnership of the People. New York Times.—“It is. applicable. ‘The dominant thought. the very soul of bis discourse, 1s the common inter- est of.all the people, their partnership fo our activities and our prosperity. The partnership Idea comes from bis mind not as a sublimated political the- ory, but as @ practical, immediate rem- dy.” ? Straight to the Heart. New York World.—“Woodrow Wi. gon's speech of acceptance fs the ablest, clearest, sanest statement of bigh pub- le purpose this country bas known in a generation. Without passion, with- out invective, without abuse, without partisan, bitterness, without denuncia- tion, without egotism, witout dema- gosy, be bas driven straight to: the heart of the supreme issue of Amer } Sean Institutions—the. partnership be (een government and griytlege\' 4, T. G. MARSHALL, . —DEALER IN— Groceries & Provisions, Butter, & Eggs >and Poultry... 585 Dolphin St. Baltimore, Md, — Or” MM, TREGOR & SONS’ (Original Red Box) Superior Hair Dressing «PRINCESS COMB’ AND. HEATER... To be used by modern Ladies and Children to dress the Hair to any stylish fashion. eee Ta HAIR. FOOD Bee neta Unequalled for softening and beautifying tha Senses csemt hair and promotes a luxuriant growth, guaran- began Siemaee) teedto be free from all injurious chemicala Rea ibiOR gtr AEM ond should be used as the most proper hale Re oie Egle 206 should be use _ ie Sirens iS ies i \ ressing for Ladies and children. 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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, AUG. 17, 1912 THE BOOSEVELT PLAN When Theodore Roosevelt says "All Men Up" and a "Square Deal" to all, there can be no doubt with respect to his meaning. Roosevelt is for all men, and hence, it would be manifestly absurd to have a plank for Negroes, a plank for Jews, a plank for Irish, and so on. All of these, and any others are necessarily included in the words "All Men." Why, then, it is asked, should there have been any "policy" whatever with respect to Negro delegates from the Southern States, in the late National Progressive Convention? The answer is not at all difficult. The one question uppermost in the mind of any one who approaches the situation with open mind, and who believes in a party seeking to comprehend all races, and both sexes, is how can such be accomplished in those states where Negro disfranchisement largely exists? The experiences of nearly fifty years tell us that such can not be accomplished by emphasizing the racial feeling, or putting race against race. If then, the real object is ever accomplished, bringing together harmoniously in one band, the two races, some new and original plan must be put into force at the very birth of such a new party which will unhesitatingly point in that direction. The best way to understand that Negro policy of Roosevelt with respect to the matter we are considering, would be to anticipate, as it were, political operations of the Progressive Party in the South on the assumption that Mr. Roosevelt is elected President. The postmasterships, collectorships, and other large Presidential appointments would go to native white men, the very best, in point of education, culture, and worth in the several communities. This class of men would be consulted and regarded as the leaders of the party. We would not have as we have had in years gone by Negro leadership in such conspicuous positions, in the South. So far from this being a set back to the race—a loss—it would prove a distinct gain and advance. On the one hand we had a set of colored men who have enjoyed the honors and emoluments of such places, without any real definite and tangible benefits to the great body of colored people. And, in very many instances, the moral atmosphere emanating from these men have been something awful, which has steadfastly militated against the progress of the race. Such men have hardly used their wealth, thus accumulated in such ways as to benefit the masses, and indicative of genuine service to the poor industrially struggling ones of their race. But, this is not all. Whatever may be the theory of equality, the great body of Southern white men have never felt kindly towards that kind of political policy which ignoring the natural leaders of commercial and business life in the several communities, selects members of a race, however intellectually qualified they may be, who represent almost next to nothing of the real life and business activity of the community. Now Mr. Roosevelt's plan would remove this objection and this feeling which constitute one of the most serious obstacles in the way of the progress of our people throughout the Southern States. The policy of Mr. Roosevelt is absolutely correct. A man's common sense would tell him as much. The great body of our people are directly dependent upon this very class of white men for employment in the industrial world. Now, if they are anxious to increase their business with these white patrons, if they are anxious to establish as pleasant relations as possible with these people with whom they are constantly associated, and by whom they are employed, if such a desirable result can be accomplished by the elimination of the colored walking delegate, and by putting out of the business of state leadership of a few colored men, who alone have profited by the operation, why should they not readily assent to such a plan? Practically considered, increased benefits and a better and more genuine feeling of good will on the part of the races, are inevitably the outcome of such a plan. It is not the political elimination of the Negro, but rather the bringing in of the Negro to something real, and not something imaginary. In time, the Negro would hold more political offices than ever in the past. This very class of Southern white men, being in control, would instinctively turn to well-behaved industrious and sober colored men, kown to them, and put them in certain subordinate job in the service of the governet, and having an altogether different class of Negroes in such service, new records not only of efficiency, would pave the way to steady meritorious ascension of the part of the deserving and decent colored citizen. Any man who really believes in the doctrine of "all men up", must, of necessity, employ such a plan as intimated by Roosevelt, for the extermination of animosities, and the bringing [together of peoples who ought to be united in the common welfare of their section. SLAVES OF SHADYSIDE The ordinary person, among us hardly appreciates the statement that there exists among us today a slavery more awful than that terminated by the pen of Abraham Lincoln. Yet, it is a positive fact. Only such persons as have reached a good degree of moral salvation are capable of appreciating the extreme severity of the present enslavement. Hence, the task of arousing the unthinking masses of the race, as it is one of rousing the indifferent of the race, who, morally and every other way know the significance of the slavery obtaining, of which Shadyside is a fair example. The real work should be directed pot primarily at the masses, but at the educated and materially prosperous among us. It is distinctively their burden and their duty. Aside from the moral aspect of the Shadyside affair there is the important phase of actual slavery. We fancy we hear some one ask the question, how is it possible for slavery to exist at Shadyside. If one would go to this place during an evening of the week and make diligent use of his eyes he would not have the least doubt with respect to the slavery existing at Shadyside. Here we have a real picture of the Negro as a slave, and of the white man's master. The pure unadulterated thing exists at Shadyside. Thousands of poor hard working colored people report there every week, some of them almost daily, and turn over to the white mssster all their hard earnings receiving only empty air in return. And, then, during the hard days of the coming winter charity must supply the distressing needs of many of the poor black slaves of Shadyside, who deliberately paid homage to the many gambling devices whereby the white master of Shadyside exacted fealty from his black slaves. Go to Shadyside and what do you see? There is the "theatre" appealing to the coarse and vulgar in human nature; there is the great beer drinking pavilion whereby the silly and jill informed gradually part company with every- thing valuable in human character; and there are the innumerable ganbling devices to ensiare and entrap easy victims, and all the money is handed over by the black slaves to the white master. The white master, under the guise of giving the black slaves a "good time," is both filching from them their money, their brain power, and everything of intrinsic value, and when he has accomplished his purpose, hands them an empty lemon as a reminder of their present exhausted state. Slavery and freedom can not both exist indefinitely side by side. In the end we shall have all slavery or all freedom. Either the sober, thoughtful, moral, and industrious among us will so constrain their powers to convert all that is set over against them into such as themselves, or else the deadly disease of moral rottenness will insidiously continue its work until the whole has become rotten and past recovery. The work of the Shadyside sinners, as well as the slavery there existing, demand more notice and attention than simply the closing up of such a foul resort, that it may break out more seriously and destructively elsewhere. The closing of such resorts may prove a temporary relief, but the exigencies of the situation demand the creation of a force which will work from within outward. Then need is not for church members to organize for serious work. In such an attempt the lying hypocrites who infest the churches will be the first in line in the new organization to pilot it on the rocks. What is needed is an organization of decent men and women who stand every day in the year for both inward and outward decency. Men and women who believe in decency and who practice what they believe. It is neither numbers or money that is needed in the present crisis, but real men and women. Whenever we get this there will be something doing, and everthing else necessary for the warfare will be forthcoming. An organization of only ten men and women in the entire city of Baltimore who in the depths of their hearts believe in decency will accomplish infinitely more than five thousand namby pamby lukewarm people who put on the livery of Heaven to serve the Devil, who strut around in the garments of Truth doing the deadly work of Error. The great curse of the race seems to be in feeling that for every movement of any importance large numbers, and large finances are required. All the real work of moral reform in the world has been accomplished by the few. The many have neither the fitness nor the love for such work. What we need are the few who are called to such a righteous work because they love righteousness, and who deliberately dedicate themselves to fight and endure hardness as good soldiers of the ring of Righteousness, that the Powers of Darkness may be overthrown. THE DOCTORS AND PROVIDENT HOSPITAL The Afro-American Ledger is not as a rule given to fault finding. We do not believe in being a general scold, and consequently many things go by which we might have to say about. However, there are times when silence on our part would be criminal, and we would be much to blame did we not speak. No class of our citizens has fared better at the hands of the Afro-American of this city than have the physicians. We believe that ruly two-thirds of our people have colored physicians when needed. The best evidence of this is that almost without exception they have accumulated, in a very short time not only practice, but some little wealth as well. Now to this we have not the slightest objection, on the contrary it is a delight to us to see them prosper and become good, solid citizens of the community, and at the same time have the community look up to them for proper returns for what they are getting from the community. If they have received well at the hands of the community they ought to return in kind, and we think this goes without saying. In this city we have a hospital owned and controlled by colored mn. This hospital, while not as large and as well built and as modern as Johns Hopkins, or other large hospitals in this city, is never the less fairly well fitted for most of the cases that are sent to these other hospitals. From the writer's personal knowledge many major as well as minor operations have been performed at this hospital and the patients have received the very best of treatment and have gone to their homes cured. The mortuary record of Provident Hospital is even better than that of Johns Hopkins, and yet when the hospital has been spoken of the people have wagged their heads. Now the question arises who is to blame Most patients have confidence in their physicians, and that is the reason why they send for them when sick. It is a well known fact that many of these doctors recommend other hospitals instead of Provident. This is not done because proper treatment cannot be procured at Provident, because many of these same physicians attend their patients here which they cannot do at any other hospital. It cannot be said that the nurses are not proficient, because the nurses here, are under the direction of these self same physicians, and the training they get is gotten from these men who recommend patients to other hospitals. In other words they are giving a black eye to themselves when they recommend patients to a hospital where they themselves are only admitted by courtesy. They cannot operate on a single patient in any hospital in Baltimore nor can they attend a patient in any hospital in Baltimore outside of Provident. And so the very practice they need is denied them because of their own narrowness. Is it not about time that this class of our people who have fared so well at the hands of the people should come to the conclusion that they owe the community, probably more than any other class of people in it? Andis it not about time that they had laid aside their unreasonable prejudices and jealousies and get down to the fact that Baltimore is far and away behind other cities of far less numbers in providing for the sick and distressed of our people? If they do not we do, and from this time forward we expect to make it our business that the people of this city and of other cities are made acquainted with the petty jealousies which are preventing this city from having a first class hospital for colored people. SEGREGATION There is a likelyhood that the so-called segregation act is to have its innings in the Court of last resort as far as this state is concerned, from the fact that an organization of white people in the west end are appealing for funds for that purpose. If this is true, then it is time that the colored people also got busy and be prepared to defend their rights to live, and live where they are able to live, and if necessary carry the case to the highest court in the land. The constitution of the United States holds it to be self evident that EVERY MAN is entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Now to tell a man that because he is of one color or another that he cannot live here or there as his fancy may dictate, even tho he is the owner of the house he proposes to live in, is to say the least ridiculous. Is it not about time that we had come to the conclusion that our rights are worth something, and we might just as well come to the conclusion now as at any other time to take the bull by the horns and fight for them. Patrick Henry or some other sensible fellow has said that "Eternal vigilance is the price of Liberty." If this is true then it behooves us as a race to look after our own interests in this matter. Many newspapers are distressing themselves over the Bull Moose movement and prophesying its early demise. Probably so, but when it is dead some of them will know that there was a considerable amount of trouble needed to put it out of business. Judging from the editorial comment seen in some of our exchanges somebody is trying to straddle. Get down on one side or the other. Perhaps they are waiting to be "Seen." A 16-YEAR OLD BOY LYNCHED IN GEORGIA Lynch law has found a youthful victim in Georgia, and the action of a mob of men who took a 16 year old colored boy from the courtroom and hanged him before his guilt was ascertained is a disgrace to the State and a humiliating evidence of the ready reversion to barbarism of the citizens of a supposedly civilized community. The victim of the seething passion of the mob was charged with kiling a white boy a few weeks before. In the courtroom, whether guilty or not, the law was presumed to have given him an inviolable sanctuary while he offered his own defense and while the witnesses were examined. Those who hailed him forth to arbitrary execution before sentence had been pronounced were guilty of a crime comparable with the abhorrent deed of the Hillsville murderers. They have taken the life of one who had the right to be considered innocent till his guilt was proved against him. Whether the boy was a murderer or not, the men of the crowd that hanged him were murderers. If the, State of Georgia lets them go unpunished, the infamy of the Coatesville butchery is paralleled. —Philadelphia Ledger. Read Our Editorials Mr. Nelson. I am at a loss to see what ground the Ledger has for supporting Mr. Roosevelt after reading his letter to Mr. Harris. Is not the Negro of the South our brethren, bone of our bone, flesh of our flesh? If he is a failure in the South then he is a failure in the North. The Ledger says Mr. Roosevelt is an independent, an original thinker. That may be true but you must remember that the people are thinkers also and they will act in November by electing Mr. Taft, which will mean the continuation of a constructive government for the people and by the people, and back to the constitution. Harry J. Nelson, 545 W. Lanvale street, Baltimore, Md. CAPITAL IS SORELY NEEDED IN LIBERIA (Continued from 1st Page) native labor is seriously hampered by their own economic insecurity. The resources of the country and the abundance of cheap labor offer opportunities for investment that will bring ample returns to capital. This capital must, from the nature of the case, come from outside the country if development is to take place in the near future. "There is considerable evidence that German and English capitalists are alive to the opportunities and are ready to furnish the money for every variety of industrial scheme from the construction of ice plants and lumber mills to building railroads and starting palm nut plantations. If Americans can not be induced to advance capital it will be secured from other sources, but the favorable local sentiment and good opportunities for returns ought to be incentive sufficient to interest Americans looking for new fields." Baltimore County News. The colored voters of Baltimore county have organized a club with headquarters at West Roland Park. E. B. Scott is president and A. Phillips, secretray. Mrs. A. Johnson, the well known grocer of the Falls Road, is visiting friends in Virginia. Rev. Dr. E. W. Scott, president of the Colored Methodist Protestant Conference, paid an official visit to Washington Sunday, where he preached to a large congregation at the camp meeting at Deanwood, D. C. Rev' R. B. Scott, who has been appointed pastor of the Colored M. P. Church at Lutherville, reports that he is getting along nicely. A successful lawn fete for the benefit of Trinity A. M. E. Church, Baltimore, was given at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Brown, of Roland Park. Mrs. Isaac Gassaway, of Woodbourne avenue, Govans, is visiting relatives in Virginia. Miss Martha E. Wright, who has been visiting Mrs. Mary Barnes of White avenue, Raspeburg, has returned to her home in Philadelphia. Mr. C. $ ^{7} $ H. Brown has completed his new home at Roland Park. Miss Anna Addison, of West Roland Park, has gone to Washington for the remainder of the summe1. Members of Local Branch Give Large Reception for its Founder and Ex-President. On Thursday evening August 8, 1912, the members of the Eva Jenifer Neighborhood Club gave a reception in honor of Mrs. Eva Jenifer of Chicago, at the residence of the president, Mrs. Annie T. Wright, 1209 Presstman street. Mrs. Jenifer is the organizer of the Eva Jenifer Neighborhood Club and while a resident of this city, was a member of several local organiazitions. The reception which was quite an elaborate affair, was held from 8.30 to 11 P. M. The receiving party consisted of Mrs. Annie T. Wright, Mrs. Eva Jenifer, Mrs. Anna McGuinn, Mrs. Mamie R. Bruce; and Mrs. Mamie Jones. In a very eloquent address of welcome, Mrs. McGuinn expressed the sentiment of the members of the club to their highly esteemed and beloved former president Mrs. Jenifer, in her usual calm and forceful manner, responded most touchingly. Toasts were made by the president, e Mrs. Annie T. Wright, Mrs. Emma J. Truxon, and Mrs. Roberta Creditt, and fittingly responded to, after which a bountiful repast was served by the ladies of the club. Among the invited guests were: Mrs. Jenifer and Mrs. Blackwell, of Chicago; Mrs. Davis, of Norfolk, Va.; Mrs. Adams, of Boston, Miss Morris, of Wilberforce; Mrs. John Hurst, Mrs. A. L. Gaines, Mrs. F. Cardoza, Mrs. E. J. Cummings, Miss Ida Cummings, Miss C. Davage, Mrs. Simpson, Mrs. A. R.H. Miller, Mrs. C. Anderson, Mrs. Curtis, and Mrs. Custus. The members present were: Mesdames Mamie Bruce, Eugenia Briscoe, Louise Briscoe, Emma Blay, Laura Burgess, Jennie Creditt, Roberta Craditt, Ruth M. Collett, Myrtle Fax, Lucy Day, M. Louise Freeland, Lottie Fisher, S. Elizabeth Fernandis, Mary F. Handy, Hazel Hughes, Minnie Harvey, Mary E.Harris, Mamie Jones, Torella Lee, Anna McGuinn, Katherine Price, Julia Page, Jennie Russell, Edna Reid, Annie Reid, Estelle Ray, Henrietta Rohoblt, Rachael Ridgley, Marcellus Smith, Nettie L. Short, Hattie Saunders, R. Elizabeth Thomas, Martha Thompson, Emma Truxon, Annie T. Wright, Harriet Wallace, Laura Wilson, Maggie Wilson; Misses Irene Blay, Mary Beale, Aldine Hawkins, and Augusta Rohobit. Mrs. Jenifer presented $25 to the club, the first installment of a gift of $100 toward the purchase fund of the Settlement House. True Reformers Sell Hall. The old hall of the local True Reformers, at 310 St. Paul street, has been sold to satisfy mortgages totaling $10,000. It is said that the property brought $14,000, which was the purchase price when the order secured the hall 20 years ago. His Condition Unchanged. The condition of Mr. Lewis Oliver, the well-known teamster who was seriously injured by a fall down a hatch-way last week, remains practically unchanged. Three ribs were broken in the fall. Mr. Oliver is one of the oldest members of St. John's A.M.E. Church. Entertained. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Putney, of 307 W. Biddle street, entertained a few friends at the christening of their little daughter. Those present were Mr. George Henry McCoy, Mrs. Nancy Harris, Rosie Jones, Mr. Ross McCoy, Miss Emma Dorsey, Rev. J. A. Holmes officiated. A Retired Minister Dead. Rev. Joseph Murray, a retired minister of the A. M. E. Church, died at the residence of his son, Rev. C. H. Murray, of 67 Winters avenue, Catonsville. The funeral was held at Allen A. M. E. Church, Baltimore, Wednesday afternoon. His wife, Mrs. Maria Murray, is among the surviving relatives. Prof. Howard Improved. Prof. William E. Howard, a well known musician who was shot accidentally by a policeman several weeks ago, will be able to leave the University Hospital in a few days. STRONG PLEA FOR THE SUNDAY SCHOOL Interesting Address By Dr. Johnson Before Sunday School Convention At Hagerstown. That the Sunday School must be the agency for the uplift of young men and boys was asserted in an address delivered by Rev. Dr. S. M. Johnson, presiding elder of the Hagerstown district, at the annual session of the Sunday School Convention of the district, held at Mt. Winans A. M. E. Church Thursday and Friday of last week. "The Sunday School is the organization," he said, 'that stands for the redemption of our people. The teachers must give their pupils something that will help them on life's journey; to put a stamp on their hearts for good. They are responsible for the children's future lives. There must be more interest displayed in the boys and men of the race. The man should be the bread winner and it is to be regretted that the women are doing a large part of such work. The girls are doing more preparation for the future than the boys. The sad feature is that if this state of affairs continue where will this large number of girls find husbands? Must they join themselves to these ne'er do nothing men? The women will get the place the men ought to have, because they are prepared for it more so than the men themselves. "There are more women attending church than men, more women members of organizations and more girls in Sunday School than boys. Something must be done to remedy this condition. A man with women qualified less than himself can team life's journey better than if the converse is true." The following read papers: Mrs. Alma Thomas, James Evans, Mrs. M. J. Matthews, E. A. Henderson, Miss Alice Johnson. Addresses were delivered by the following: Mrs. M. P. Butler, Rev. R. E. Ford, P. E., Rev. P. W. Worthham, P. E., Rev. J. D. Jackson, Rev. A. M. Johnson, Messrs. George S. Whyte. William Butler, Richard Robinson, Clinton Johnson, Rev. M. F. Sydes, Rev. D. G. Hill, Rev. J.O. Custis, Rev. Andrew Robinson, Rev. P. J. Jordan, Rev. J. W. Norris, and Rev. Columbus Handy. Rev. David Johnson, of Hagerstown, delivered the sermon at the Thursday evening session. --- DAY NURSERY WILL RE-OPEN IN OCTOBER The Day Nursery Association which was begun in this city in 1908 will open October 15 with a regularly trained worker in charge. The Day Nursery Association will do its work in the building which it purchased and is now paying for at 953 Druid Hill avenue. In order to make the necessary preparations for the opening the friends of the Day Nursery Association will have a Donation Rally at Trinitv A. M. E. Church, Linden avenue and Biddle street on the fourth Sunday in September at 3P. M. Friends who are interested in this worthy cause are asked to contribute at this rally or be fore to any of its officers.. The officers of the Association are: Mrs. Cornelia Anderson, President; Mrs. Ella Gleaves, Secretary Miss Alethia Washington, Corresponding Secretary; Mrs. Anna Curtis, Treasurer.. Eastern M. E. Church gave Rev. S.R. Hughes a vacation during the month of August. At the close of the service Sunday the church Sunday School, and Epworth League pested the pastor with a purse containing $50 for expenses during vacation. A number of the Sunday Schools of churches connected with the Colored Baptist State Convention organized a union at Ebenezer Baptist Church a few weeks ago. A meeting looking to the upbuilding of the union will be held at Ebenezer Baptist Church this Monday night. Rev. John Jones at whose suggestion, the union was organized, will be among the speakers. Walter J. Thornton is president. As an Advertiser Try the Afro-American. The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. MR. F. J. BROWN MANY SHRINERS WILL BE PRESENT. St. Louis, Aug. 15.—Missouri will be well represented at the meeting of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine which will be held in Washington next week. Among the many who will attend the session are George W. McCoin, George Bloomfield, illustrious potentate of Medinah Temple; Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Humphries, and F. J. Brown. Mr. Brown is one of the best known men in his section of the country. He joined the Masonic order a quarter of a century ago, the grand master having to give a special dispensation because he (Brown) was then only 19 years of age. Missouri Masons have dubbed him "Ajax," and though he has never sought an office in the craft, his help has been eagerly sought by those aspiring to office. His credit is gilt-edged among business men here. He is a past grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythiats, is first lieutenant commander of Eureka Temple of Scottish Rite Masons, and will be one of the representatives of Medinah Temple at the session next week. Epworth League In Session The nineteenth annual session of the Epworth League of the Annapolis District of the Washington Conference will begin at St. Paul M. E. Church, Saratoga street, near Carey next Wednesday and continued until the following Sunday. At the opening session the pastor of the church, Rev. S. H. Norwood will deliver an address of welcome to which Miss Cora Hammond will repsond. Rev. J. H. Goodrich, the president of the league, will deliver his annual address at night, followed with an annual sermon by Rev. A. L. Jenkins. The sessions Thursday, Friday, and Saturday will be devoted to the reading of papers and discussions. UNION CAMP MEETING will open at the Canton M. E.. Church, located corner Clinton and Toone Streets, Rev. C. H. Lowery, Pastor. Commence, Sunday August 18th, ending September 8th, 1912. The meeting will be in charge of the pastor who has been engaged in this mission field for two years. He was appointed to this work, last conference year. He also had charge of the Mission work at Blue Ridge Summit, Pa., as successor to Rev. Levi Miller, who served on the work for three years. To reach the Camp take Penna. avenue car for Canton. Get off at Clinton and Toone street. Five cents care fare. To the public and our many friends in general: We the officers and members of the Guy Womens Relief Corps No. 1.5, deem it necessary to make the following statement through this press that we are not disbanded but we are progressing. All soldiers wives and daughters and loyal ladies are welcome. We meet the second Friday in each month at Asbury Hall. We also request our sister corps and many friends and the public in general to be with us at our picnic September 1 at Germania Park. Cards of Admission 10 cents. Good music in attendance. Department of Maryland, Mrs. Laura V. Enochs, President, Mrs. E. Hall, corps president. DON'T FORGET SEPT.4 --- THE AFRO-AMERICAN-LEDGER The best and cheapest way to get down is to go with BETHEL A. M. E. SUNY AT BROOKLYN, on Steamer Starlight. Leaves Miller's Airwr at 9 a.m. and 2.30 p. M. TICKETS 25 CENTS. Thaddeus Copeland, Supt. Miss Laura Campbell, Sec'y, Rev. D. G. Hill, Pastor. 3-t-1 The Allen Christian Endeavor League Outing of Allen A. M. E. Church, will give their Annual Family Excursion to Greater Brown's Grove on Wednesday, August 21, 1912 on board the Big, New Steamer Starlight. The steamer will be decorated with C. E. flags and a sacred concert will be ren- dered coming up the bay at night. The committee is arranging to make every thing pleasant for you who will go with us on this occasion. Lunch and Ref- reshments at moderate prices. Music by the Knights of Pythias Band, Prof. John Maxfield, Leader. Steamer Starlight leaves Miller's Wharf (foot Caroline street) at 8 30 A. M. and 2 30 P. M. FARE, ROUND TRIP 25 CENTS Mr. Wm. Butler, Pres. Rev. P. J. Jordan, Pastor. 10 17 in PAYNE AND HANDY A. M. E. CHURCHES Come go with us and witness the beautiful scenery up the Susquehanna River. Steamer Annapolis leaves pier 6 Light street wharf 8 a.m. Arrangement is made to go aboard as you go to the pier. Don't bother about baskets, lunches 10 and 15 cents. Give the little ones a trip. Babes in the arms Free. Tickets, 50 Cents to all J. Q. Custus, Pastor of Handy Chapel J. G. Martin, Pastor of Payne Memorial. 17 24-in BURNS AND RUSSELL BRICK CO., Take Sparrow's Point car to Dundalk. GRAND TOURNAMENT & DANCE at Towson, Maryland, under auspices of the Young Men's Pleasure Club an Wednesday, August 21st, in the UDERWOOD GROVE. Excellent Music Refreshments, Innch will be on sale. All are invited to attend. 17-in Schiller's Revenge. When Schiller was a boy at school he was tormented by a Swiss tutor named Kuplig, who came from the Grisons canton. Years later, when the poet wrote "The Robbers," he revenged himself on Kuplig and the Grisons by introducing this little speech: "To be a scamp you must have genius. Moreover, a special climate is needed for the growth of scamps, and to prove this I recommend you to visit the Grisons canton. It is the veritable Athens of modern rascality." In the later editions of "The Robbers" this quaint bit of spleen does not appear. It is suggested that Schiller was not moved to expunge it by any remorseful feeling, but by a very foreble protest from the residents of the abused canton against this calumny. On the Way to Mecca On the Way to Mecca. The bishop of London has published an account of his visit to the Sudan, which included a morning walk "in the very middle of native Africa." A native boy whom he saw standing near a well "was on his way to Mecca, having traveled already 2,000 or 3,000 miles, which had taken two or three years. His father had died on the way, and when I asked him how he would manage he said quietly, 'Allah will provide,' and it never entered his mind to ask me for anything. Five minutes afterward we came across three women—an old woman and two daughters. The oldest daughter was twenty-five. They were coming back from Mecca, but they had started off, she said, when she was a little girl about twelve." How a Vessel Is Pickled. They "pickle" vessels today just as they did generations ago. Salt is believed to make the frames and planking immune to decay. A vessel measuring about fifty tons, say—the general dimensions of a little down east conder or the average fishing schooner—requires about seven tons of salt to make the process successful. The salt is forced between the outer and inner skin of the hull and tamped hard. Sweat arising from temperature changes saturates the salt and forms brine, which permeates the structure with which it comes in contact.—Boston Herald. Imaginary. "Father," said the little boy, "every now and then I hear you talking about somebody who was old enough to know better." And the old gentleman after some thought replied: "My son, there isn't any such thing. It's like the golden age—purely mythological." Very Particular. Mistress (engaging servant)—I hope you have nice print dresses, and I expect you always to wear caps. Mary—Yes, mum; I'm very particular to wear caps. I shouldn't like to be taken for one of the family, mum. — London Opinion. He Couldn't. De Ancedote-Though he was a great and famous artist, he once stooped to paint a kitchen floor. Cole Fax-How could he do it without stooping?-Exchange. You Can't Beat Them He—Before I was married I thought women were angels. She—Well, finish it—now you know they are.—Boston Transcript. Happiness lies, first of all, in health.—George William Curtis. 17 in In Memoriam. COOPER--In sad but lovg memory of our dear mother, Mary E. Cooper, who departed this life four years ago to-day August 8, 1908 God gave us a mother as true as steel O how glad our hearts did feel To see how noble, how grand she stood for right, for justice She did'her part by every one And proved to be a loving one. But in God's allwise and working ways He took our dear mother away. By her son-in-law and children, Gough and Steward Cooper. CHAPMAN- Mr. George A. Chapman, 504 N. Spring street, departed this life Monday, July 29, 1912, in full triumph of faith. He was librarian of Bethel Sunday School for 18 years. I thank [his many friends for their kindness during his illness By his wife, Rosie E. Chapman. NOTICE! The attention of the public and pleasure seekers is called to the Patronage is solicited. Before booking your date for entertainments for the season you will be benefitted by consulting us. SPECIAL Missionary sermon at Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday morning, August 18, at 11 A. M. by Rev. Dr. Wortam. The Missionary Societies of all churches are cordially invited to be present. Rev. D. G. Hill, Pastor. CONTRIBUTIONS TO FRESH AIR FARM Conributions for the Fresh Air and Empty Stocking fund have been received from the following persons Miss Amelia Cornish.....$1.00 Miss Mary Bradford.....1.00 Mrs. Leonora Wright.....60 Mr. Alexander Hemsley.....5.00 The Porter's Exchange 217 S. Sharp street near Camden station Boarding and Lodging by the day or week. Mrs. C. F. Camphor, Proprietress. Save your Combings Mrs. Mamia C. Jonos HAIR DRESSER Will make up your combings in any Style, Combings bought. 1506 Presstman St. Balto., Md. We Print. The News While It Is News JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH, Sharp and Montgomery Sts. Dr. Ernest Lyon, Pastor. 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor 2:30 p. m. Sunday School 7:30 p. m. Preaching. All welcome WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH, Franklin and Pine Sts. "King's Hill" Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor. 11 a. m., sermon by the Pastor. 3 p. m., Sunday School. Everybody welcome. 8 p. m., Sermon by the'Pastor. Everybody welcome W. C. Tongue, Supt. AMES MEM. M. E. CHURCH Carey and Baker Sts. Rev. D. D. Turpeau, Pastor. 11 a. m., sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 7.30 p. m., 'sermon by Pastor. Every possible attention given to strangers—Seats Free W. A. Jones, Supt. EASTERN M. E. CHURCH McElderry St., and Patterson Park Ave. Rev. S. R. Hughes, Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. A. Howard of New York City. CENTENNIAL M.E. CHURCH Cor. Caroline and Bank Sts Rev, D. W. Shaw, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Topic: "Fixed." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. Wm. L. Gibson, Supt. 4 p. m., Open Air Meeting, corner of Dallas street and Fairmount avenue. 8 p. m., Sermon. Topic: "The Favored Three." Fourth Sunday at 11 a. m., sermon by Rev. D. P. Seaton, D. D. Excursion to Brown's Grove August 20 Magothy camp will commence Sunday, August 25, and close September 2. For both Sundays you will get your tickets from Captain Brown. No tickets will be sold by anyone else. That is the best arrangement. H. A. Carroll, Pastor. Tickets on sale at the boat. Camp Meeting at the New Asbury Grove, Reisterstown Md. commences Sunday August 11 and continue to September 1. Special services each Sunday and every Thursday night Take Emory Grove Car, get off at Bond avenue. Meals will be served on the ground. All are invited. Rev. A. Carter, Pastor. New Asbury Grove Camp, Sunday, Aug. 18th, 1912, Women's Day at the Camp. 11 a. m., Rev. Ida Nelson. 3 p. m., Lodies' Platform Meeting. 7.30 p. m., the great Evangelist, Sister Annie Brown. Post: L. Carter, Poster NOTICE All members and friends who will attend the Potomac District conference at Mt. Hope (Tee Bee Circuit). Please observe the following: The Semmes Motor Line runs two cars daily from Washington to Brandywine. Leaving 6th street and Pennsylvania avenue at 8.10 A. M. and 5 10 P. M. Pay fare to Redd's Corner 35 cents. Conference opens Tuesday morning, August 20th at 9.30. R. C. Curtis, Pastor; C. H. Stepteau, P. E. 500 BABIES WANTED 500 500 babies wanted at Asbury M. E. Church, Sunday, August 18. At 3 P. M., sermon by Rev. Mrs. Ida Nelson accopmanied by her choir and congregation. Prize to the baby reporting the largest amount Mrs. Lillie Ellis, President; Mrs. Mary Bouldin, Secretary Rev. C. G. Cummings, Pastor. GRAND OUTING at Germania Park, on the Frederick Road, Tvesday, Aug. 20th, 1912. Under the auspices of the Stewards of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. Admission 20 cents. Refreshments on sale. Good music. SPECIAL TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC: We hereby give notice that the renting of the Fishermen Auditorium, 401 W. Biddle Street, which has a seating capacity of 650 persons with improved facilities has not changed the price of rent as alleged. Secure your dates early for your fall and winter entertainments. We also have very fine, well ventilated lodge rooms for rent. Come and look us over. For information see Janitor or Columbus Gordon, President of the Joint Stock Association. FOR RENT—A nice parlor suited for office for physician or dentist. Apply at 537 Bloom street. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Ave and Lauvale St. Ran. D. C. Hill Poster. BV. D. G. B. P. Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon to the W. M. Missionary Society by the Presiding Elder, Rev. P. W. Wortham. All members and friends are invited to be present. A special after offering for the W. M. Missionary Society, Mrs. M. P. Hill, President. 3 P. M., Sunday School 8 p. m., Special Service ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carlton Sts. Roy P. L. Jordan Pastor Rev. V. J. Sutclair, Pastor Tenth Anniversary Services will be celebrated all day by a special service. All are invited. 11 a. m., Sermon 2.30 P. M., Sunday School 8 p. m., Sermon TRINITY A. M. E, CHURCH, Linden Aye. and Biddle St. Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Minister 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., One hour service. Evangelical talk and Gospel Hymn Songs. T. J. Holliday, Supt. Aisquith St. near Jefferson. Rev. Dr. M. F. Sydes, Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street 11 a.m. Preaching by the Pastor at the church. 2:30 p.m. Sunday School Rev. L. S. Flagg, Pastor. 11 a. m. Sermon by the Pastor, subject: "Baptism." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Bertha Fleming, Supt. 8 p. m., Preaching. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHUROH Rev. J. W. Norris, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., sermon by the Pastor. All are invited. Lautens and Calhoun Streets Rev. J. G. Martin. Pastor. Residence: 1342 N. Calhoun Street Open Air Services at 4 o'clock and 8 o'clock. 11 a. m., Preaching by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 4 p. m., Preaching on the lawn. 8 p. m., Sermon to R. M. Association on the church lawn. 1514 Druid Hill Ave. Take Preston St. cars, get off Fulton Ave. and Baker St., or Gilmor St. cars, get off at Gilmor and Baker Sts. 10 a. m., Bible Missionary Institute. 11 a. m., Special Services. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., Sermon. 6.30 p. m., League. 8 p. m., Special Services. All are invited. H. W. Hiner, Supt. PENNSYLVANIA AVE. A. M. E. ZION CHURCH. Rev. J. W. MacDonald, D. D., Pastor. Special Services next Sunday. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor, subject: "Lift Up Thine Eyes." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. W. W. Brown, Supt. 7.30 p. m., Special Sermon for men, but women are cordially invited. Special music for the occasion. Praying Bands will conduct a week of services from Friday, Aug. 16th, 1912. All bands invited. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton Street near W. Baltimore Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10 a. m., Class 11 a. m., Stranger. 2 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Rev. Aquilla Brown. T. H. McGowan, Supt. MOUNT OLIVE UNITED CHRISTIAN CHURCH. Walnut St., near Preston St. and Druid Hill Ave. Sunday Services. 11 a. m., Preaching. 2 p. m., Sunday School 3 p. m., Preaching and Ordination; 8 p. m., Preaching. All welcome Sister Mamie Green, Supt. Bro. James A. Bell, Clerk. Rev. G. H. Whittaker, Pastor. Stars of Bethlehem and Collett Memorial A. M. E Churches. Camp Meeting. Ridgely street, Mt. Winans. Sunday, August 17, 10 A. M., class. Preaching by Strangers all day. Sunday School 2:30 P. M. 8 P. M., Preaching by Pastor. Prayer meeting 4:30. Colletting singing and praying Band will be present. All others are invited. Rev. Columbus Handy, pastor. R. E. Hill, Supt. Columbia avenue or West port cars. Colored Young Women's Chris- tian Association, 1200 Druid Hill Avenue. You are cordially invited to attend the regular service on SUNDAY, AUG. 18th, at 3 P. M. Willing Workers' Day. Mrs. A. E. Putler presiding. M. E. Murphy, President, E. E. bright, Secretary. AUTOMOBILE CARNIVAL at Eastern M. E. Church, McElderry St. and Patterson Park Ave. Monday and Tuesday evenings, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1912. Tickets for all 10 cents. Rev. S. R. Hughes, Pastor. --- GALLIEAN FISHERMEN IN ANNUAL SESSION New York Man Succeeds Him As National Grand Ruler-Neat Wilmington, Del., Aug. 14. The fifty-sixth annual session of the National Grand Tabernacle of the Galilean Fishermen was held here last week. Reports submitted by the various grand officers showed that the order was rapidly regaining its former prosperous condition. A neat balance was reported in the treasury. Grand lodges in West Virginia and Pennsylvania were set apart. Columbus Gordon, of Baltimore, who has been national grand ruler for the past two years, declined a reelection and Charles E. Holmes, of New York, was elected to succeed him. Mrs. Annie G. Heath, of Baltimore, was defeated for reelection as one of the secretaries. The next session will be held in Philadelphia. The following officers were elected: C.E. Holmes, New York, national grand ruler; C. H. Marshall, Philadelphia, deputy ruler; Miss Lelia Lightfoot, Culpepper, Va., associate ruler; Mrs. Jennie B. Brown, Washington, financial secretary; Mrs. Hattie Troy, Harrisburg, Pa., recording secretary; J. McCauley Dorsey, Baltimore, treasurer; Mrs. L. Hill, Columbus, Ohio, conductress; J F. Henry, Cambridge, Md., marshall; A. W. E. Bassette, Hampton, Va., orator; Rev. Washington Allen, Madison Mills, Va., chaplain; Mrs. H. L. Johnson, Richmond, Va., outer guard. Bishop Coppin Stands Up For Tait's Reelection In the course of a sermon at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Sunday morning, Bishop Levi J. Coppin urged the race to stand by President Taft. A reception was tendered the prelate Monday at Ebenezer Church Monday night, at which time addresses were delivered by Rev. A. L. Gaines, Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Jeremiah A. Stafford and Rev. J. W. Norris, pastor of the church. The two little grandsons of pastor Norris, Calvin Norris Smith, and Theodore Norris Savage, were baptized by the bishop Many Baltimoreans at Newport New Port, R. I., Aug. 12.—Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Burgess, of Annapolis, Md., are the guests of Mrs. Nettie Smith, of 23 DeBlous street. Mrs. Charles Fowler, Baltimore, the Misses Fowler, and Master Charles Fowler, are here for August. Miss Nettie Smith has returned home from a two week's visit to friends at Boston; Mass. Mr. and Mrs. Walter F. Fountin, of Thomas street, gave a reception Wednesday evening to a number of their friends at Odd Fellows' Hall. It was quite an enjoyable affair. Mrs. Fountain prior to her marriage last June was Miss Rachael Smith, of Druid Hill avenue, Baltimore. Mrs. Blanche Thomas, of Baltimore is visiting her mother. Mrs. Nettie Smith. Miss Mary Briscoe, of Baltimore street, is spending the summer at Jamestown and New Port. R. I. Guests at Hotel Dale. The following were guests at Hotel Dale, Cape May, N.J., during the past week: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Carney, Mr. Wm. Purnell, Mr. and Mrs. F. Cothingham. Mrs. Norman Jones, Miss Corine Bennett, Mrs. Wallace W. Carney. Mrs. W. A. Johnson, Mr. P. L. Wood, Mr. Morris, Mr. Thompson Harmon, Mrs. John B. Morris, Dr. Agnes P. Berry, Mrs. Chas. B. Wilson, Mr. Sterling Kex, Mrs. Bert Williams, wife of the famous comedian, all of Philadelphia. Miss L. Philipson, of New Orleans, La.; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Nicholas and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Venable, of Baltimore, Md.; W. D. Rich, of Roland Park, Md.; Mrs. S. Lofton, Whitesboro, N. J.; M. Lain Lofton, of Whitesboro, N. J.; Oliver J. Taylor, Pawtucket, R. I.; Mr. and Mrs. R.P. Bryan, Coatesville, Pa.; Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Pittman and son, Roy, and Mrs. James Cook, of French Lick, Ind.; Mr. Peyton Manning and son, Mrs. George W. Cook and Geo. W. Cook, Jr., Miss Susan B. Cook, Mrs. Daniel Muray and Master Paul Murray, Mrs. L. E. Truitt, of Washington; Hon. James H. Anderson, Mrs.J.B. Lowe and little daughter, Mrs. Hawthorne, Mrs. Moore, Mrs.Hill, The Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee. Ala. Morning drills for boys; special gymnastic training for girls; swimming pools for boys and girls; tractive grounds; more than 100 buildings, large comfortable. airy; electric lighted; 186 teachers. Catalog will be forwarded on receipt of (6) cents for postage. Address: THE OFFICER of New York; Gordon Wilkinson, E. H. Brown, of Atlantic City; Mrs. Wm. Miller, of Richmond, Va. Mrs. S. H. Vick and little son, of Wilson, N. C. Progressive Community Thrift distinguishes the Furlong tract on one square mile bounded by Long Beach avenue, Alba street, Fifty-fifth and Fifty-first streets which is occupied chiefly by 700 Negroes. Attractive gardens and neat, wellkept homes predominate. So excellent is order in the neighborhood that no arrests have been made for more than twelve months. Prosperity prevails, but in case a widow or head of a family is unfortunate and fails to meet payments due on the home place, the tract has its Progressive league formed for the purpose of assisting the delinquent. H. T. Wells is president of the league. Each member contributes $1 a month to a common fund. Noah D. Thompson, progressive grocer of the district, maintains a store which is a model of neatness for the young folks. Mr. Thompson, a graduate of Howard and Oberlin college who was at the head of settlement work in Washington, D. C., is prominent in social and educational work in the tract. Los Angeles (Cal.) Tribune. Mutual Being Improved The first floor of the building of the Mutual Benefit Society is being remodeled. Among the improvements there will be a large office for the cashier and smaller ones for the president and the board of directors. Harry O. Wilson is president of the society. Death of Mrs. Kenney Tuskegee Institute,Ala., Aug. 14—Mrs. John A. Kenney, wife of Tuskegee Institute's Medical director, died at Tuskegee last Friday from cancer of the kidney from which she had long suffered. In an effort to prolong her life and ease her sufferings, Mrs. Kenney spent the month of July at the Battle Creek Sanitarium in Michigan. Not securing relief there, she requested that her husband's friends and associates in practice, Dr. Daniel H. Williams, of Chicago and Dr. F. A. Stewart, of Nashville, be aksed to come to Tuskegee in order to perform an operation. Even their skill availed nothing against the malignant malady which had fastened itself upon her. The remains were carried to Forest Depot, Va, the deceased's old home, for interment. We Print The News While It Is News BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, PRINCIPAL TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE, ALA. "I regard the Tuskegee Institute as the most considerable educational invention of modern times," writes Prof. W.I. Thomas, Professor of Sociology in the University of Chicago. Industry is the spirit of Tuskegee—industry and discipline are made of habit. The choice of some 40 trades is offered young men and young women. Tuskegee graduates are earning from $50.00 to $80.00 and $100.00 per month as Academic Teachers, Farm Managers, Steam and Electrical Engineers, Tailors, Teachers of Domestic Science, Nurses, in fact, the demand for men and women trained in all the trades at Tuskegee is far beyond the supply. The Academic Work is vital and real; it is close to realities. The school seeks soundness and efficiency; the Academic and Industrial Work are closely correlated. The Spiritual Work of the school is strong. It ranks fifth in the United States in number of students studying the Bible. It is guided by a Chaplain and a Secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association and thru a Bible Training School. special gymnastic training for girls; sw 00 buildings, large comfortable, airy on receipt of (6) cents for postage. BOOKER T. WASHINGTO TUSK Oak Street Church Soon To Be Re-Modeled. Work will commence next week on the remodeling of the Oak street A. M. E. Church. The improvements will include the rebuilding of the altar. the refrescoing of the interior and the repainting of the outside of the church, Rev. Joseph Gwynn is pastor. The work will be done by Benamin Johnson and Son, the contractors. Dr. Payn's Painless Dentistry Perfect;Fitting Set of Teeth All Work Guaranteed For Twenty Years. from $5.00 up. Bridge Work $5.00. Fillings 50 cents Gold $1.00. Crown and Bridge Work $3.00 to $5.00. All work done by Small Payments. EASY TERMS EXAMINATION FREE 118 W. LEXINGTON ST. ```markdown ``` We are the largest manufacturers of Colored Peoples hair in this country. We make everything in its line. and our prices are much lower than those quoted elsewhere. send 2c. stamp for catalogue. Agents Wanted. Women wanted to sell hair goods. HUMANIA HAIR CO. Dept. 2-23 DUANE STREET NEW YORK CITY THE WOMEN'S WEEKLY NEWS GIRL IN INSTITUTE UNIFORM AND HAT CIRCULAR OF INFORMATION WILBERFORCE UNIVERSITY. Wilberforce, Ohio, 1912. This institution is situated in Greene County, three fourth miles from Xenia, the county seat. It comprises the College with its Classical, Scientific, Academic, or Preparatory Courses, the State Combined Normal and Industrial Department with its various industries, and Payne Theological Seminary. The facilities for education are of the very best. The village community is entirely free from the temptations and allurements found in cities. In the families located here will be found ideal homes and cultured Christian influences. Only students of brain, good moral character and studious habits are desired. High School graduates desiring to fit themselves for teachers will find special advantages here. The age limit for admission is fourteen years. Tuition, incidentals, room rent, light, etc., (with board $2.00 per week, in the College dining rooms and $2.00 entrance fee) will amount to but $129.00 for the school year. Other expenses depend upon the wants and habits of the student. In families the board varies. Students from Ohio who desire to enter the Normal and Industrial Department, may obtain through their Senators or Representatives, certificates granting FREE TUITION AND INCIDENTALS. Instrumental music is extra. Books and washing are not included in above estimate. Good laundry facilities are afforded those who desire to use them. The school opens the third Tuesday in September. Students are requested to be on the grounds promptly for the opening. Tickets should be purchased to Xenia, Ohio, where University hacks await trains Anyone arriving late may reach the University authorities by telephone. Cost of transportation in daytime is 25 cents for each person and the same for trunk. If arrival is late at night, 50 cents for the person and 25 cents for trunk. Send for catalogue or write for further information to V. S. SCARBOROUGH, President. HORACE TABER, Secretary Phone, C. & P. Madison 2674 Y. GEORGE W. LESTER Fresh Killed Poultry - Stall: 254 Lafayette Market. Residence: 1204 Argyle Avenue Phone and Postal Cards orders promptly attended to Please Give Me A Trial. What is your child doing these Summer months? What are YOU doing to start that child on the way toward a Successful Future? Why not let us start him in business? You should early start your children on the way to the making of successful business men and women, and there is no better way than by teaching them how to earn their own living—the value of a dollar—and taking upon themselves a part of the responsibilities that will tend toward the development of those qualities of thrift, ambition and self-reliance, that so mark the present-day man of affairs. And there is nothing that will so develop these qualities as selling newspapers. Some of the most successful men and women in public life started out in that way, and today they would not take in exchange all the wealth they possess for the experience gained during those happy childhood hours when they were vending newspapers on the streets. THE AFRO-AMERICAN-LEDGER is more and more and more becoming recognized as the real home paper among colored people everywhere. Our circulation is increasing every week, and it is largely through the efforts of our young salesmen who start out every week with a bundle of papers under their arms, that this increase is made possible. We want more boys and girls in every section of the country to act as our agents. We want men and women too, but we are particularly anxious for the youngsters. There is a wealth of experience and a very good income for the boy and girl who will devote a few hours on Friday afternoons and a part of Saturday to selling THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER. It is easy to build up a good circulation in your neighborhood that will in a short time more than pay you for your trouble. We will give your boy or girl a star AB SLUTELY FREE Write to the Circulation Manager of The Afro-American Ledger Baltimore, Md. H. BE Lton Market a and Delivered CAREY Hull Madison 392 ent Service Select Home Killed Poultry Wholesale and Retail Dealer WM. H. BEVANS Stalls—1010 Lexington Market and 312 Hollin Market Also Orders Received and Delivered from Home residence 1029 N. CAREY STREET or by Phone. Call Madison 3923-Y at residence. Let me Serve You with Prompt Service Rooms with or without board. High-class service. MRS. ANNIE WILLIAMS, 134 Beekman Street, Saratoga Springs, New York. AMS, York. Expert Bra B By Da Wm. H. 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Boarding for Summer by Day or Week Five minutes walk from St. George Station on the Western Mary- land Railroad. Snort walk from Emory Grove Car Line Consult our prices before going elsewhere F. PATTERSON Ladies' and Gents' Tailor Cleaning, Pressing and Dyeing. RISE OF DR. SADIE F. PORTER AS BENEFACTOR. al World. Memphis, Tenn.-For genuine, sterling success of the variety that is attained only by hard work and thoroughness in every detail is in every way applicable to Dr. Sadie F. Porter of this city. She is a native of St. Louis, Mo., and was left an orphan at an early age. Through the kind benevolence of a white woman who adopted her she was reared to womannhood. Dr. Porter is in many respects what the world is pleased to call a self made woman. Deprived of parental care and advice in early life, she learned the lesson of self help and individual effort up through many hard struggles. The friend by whom she was adopted was a physician, so that it W. E. H. DR. SADIE F. PORTER. was quite natural that Dr. Porter's trend of mind would lean toward the medical profession. The success which Dr. Porter is having now is nothing like as interesting to those who are familiar with her even tenor of life as the fact of how, almost single handed, she made her way up from obscurity to prominence in a profession in which not so many women of the race are represented. Within ten years she has built up a large clientele. There are few cities or towns in Tennessee of any considerable size in which Dr. Porter is not known. For a time she was located in Nashville, but as her practice grew she found that Memphis would be a more convenient center from which to reach the larger number of those who desired her services. In religious circles she is well known and bears the reputation of a woman of strong integrity and devotion to racial advancement. Always generous, sympathetic and kind, she has a host of friends, who lavish upon her their confidence and esteem. Perhaps no other factor is more necessary in the struggles of a race than individual effort. On this no doubt depend in a large measure the solidarity and hope of the masses. The achievements of the race thus far have been remarkable. The interest which the women have taken has been a potent factor in every movement for betterment. Their clubs, mutual benefit societies and religious organizations have been the leaven in the lump by which our home life has been kept active and secure. NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE. New York Historical and Literary Society Issues the Presbyterian The August issue of the Presbyterian, a monthly journal of some twenty pages, published under the auspices of the New York Historical and Literary society of the St. James' Presbyterian church in New York, is a souvenir number. The front cover is adorned with a picture of the church, and the frontispiece has the likeness of Mrs. W. R. Lawton, wife of the pastor of the church. The leading article gives a brief account of the conference of Workers Among Girls, of which Mrs. Lawton is chairman. The Presbyterian is the organ of the church and society. It contains a summary of the past year's achievements of the literary society, its present plans and future aspirations. It is illustrated from photographs of the many men and women who have taken part in the work during the year. Odd Fellows to Meet in Atlanta, Ga. Members of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Atlanta, Ga., are making extensive arrangements for the big meeting of the fraternity which is scheduled to convene in Atlanta on Tuesday, Sept. 10. RESEARCH SOCIETY NOTES. Some Facts Touching Racial Relations Many Years Ago. The following paragraphs from the unexpurgated copy of William Welis Brown's book, "Clotel," may hold some interest for the curious: "In her younger days Currer had been the house-keeper of a young slaveholder, but of later years had been a laundress or washerwoman and was considered to be a woman of great taste in getting up linen. "The gentleman for whom she had kept house was Mr. Thomas Jefferson, by whom she had two daughters. Jefferson being called to Washington to fill a government appointment, Currer was left behind and thus took herself to the business of washing, by which means she paid her master, Mr. Graves, and supported herself and two children." The names of these girls were Althesa and Clotel, daughters by a colored woman of a president of the United States. There is another instance of record where a vice president of the United States, Johnson of Kentucky, who married a colored woman by whom he had two daughters, who were sent to Oberlin college to be educated. There are other instances, but let these suffice for the present. "Clotel" was published in London in the year 1853. An American edition was published almost simultaneously. The English edition contains 245 pages, the American edition about 156 or 170 pages. The original manuscript of Volney's "Ruins of Empire" was emasculated in similar fashion by supersensitive American critics. The Negro Society For Historical Research in Yonkers, N. Y., possesses original copies of both these works. AUGUST CRISIS MAGAZINE. Covers Many Phases of Racial Life Mexico Death of M. D. Maclean. The Crisis Magazine for August is captioned "Vacation Number." It is fully illustrated and discusses many important racial topics interesting: Under the department of "Men of the Month" it gives brief accounts of Dr Stephen Morrell Newman, newly elected president of Howard university Professor Ernest Just assign an investigator in biology, the work of Joanna P. Moore, Theodore Cable, the Yale athlete, and the achievements of the late Dr. Edwin C. Howard. The editorial section deals largely with political matters and anarchism. The pages dealing with vacation rest places contain landscape, sea and home scenes. There is a good short story on "The Servant." by Fenton Johnson. "Lessons From Russia" is contributed by I. M. Rubinow, late of the Imperial Russian civil service. Sad to relate, however, it chronicles the chilly news of the death of Mrs Mary Dunlop Maclean, which occurred in July as the result of a necessary operation. Mrs. Maclean's interest and affection for the colored race dates from her birth. She knew no color line and was among the first of the many noble and true hearted men and women who cast their lot with the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People from its very inception. WILSON TELLS WHERE HE STANDS ON RACE QUESTION. Interviewed by Delegation From National Independent Political League. In order to ascertain the Democratic presidential nominee's attitude toward Afro-Americans the National Independent Political league recently appointed a committee for that purpose to call on Governor Woodrow Wilson. The committee was introduced to the nominee by Attorney A. B. Cosey of New Jersey. The delegation was most cordially received. Replying to the questions put to him by the spokesman of the committee, Governor Wilson declared that in the event of his election to the exalted position of president of the United States he would observe the law not only in letter and spirit, but in the spirit of the Christian religion, and endeavor to treat all the people alike as a Christian gentleman. He also said that he would accord even handed justice and equal rights to all regardless of race or color. The delegation consisted of the Rev. J. Milton Waldron, W. Monroe Trotter, W H. Hainon, Robert N. Wood of the New York Colored Democracy and Attorney A. B. Cosey. PERRY JOINS ISRAELITES. Well Known Brooklyn Lawyer Em- hanced New Religious Faith Braces New Religious Path. Attorney Rufus Lewis Perry, the well known Brooklyn criminal lawyer has renounced the Baptist faith and embraced the Jewish religion. By a legal order Mr. Perry also had his Christian name changed from Rufus to Raphael. After the religious ceremony Counselor Perry signed the following declaration: "I. Rufus Lewis Perry, do hereby decide to accept the Jewish faith and abide by all its tenets." The ceremony was held at the home of Rabbi Scheiner, in Brooklyn, on Sunday, Aug. 4, 1912. Business Men to Conduct Y. M. C. A. The Newport News (Va.) Shipyard company has decided to open a branch of the Young Men's Christian association for the benefit of its thousands of employees. The association will conduct a night school with classes in the elementary branches and Bible study PROMINENT MASONS TO MEET AT CAPITAL Washington.—This city will be in Mecca for prominent Masons from all parts of the country the week of Aug. 19, when the fourteenth annual session of the Ancient Egyptian Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine will be held at Odd Fellows' hall. Fifty-seven temples, representing nearly every state in the Union, will have delegates present, and the visitors are expected to total 1,500. The third international conference of Knights Templars will also be held the same week at the Lincoln Memorial Congregational church, and the Daughters of Isis, the female auxiliary, will also meet. On the opening day adresses of welcome will be delivered by District Commissioner Cuno IL Randolph, Grand Master N. E. Weatherless and others. The following day Medina temple of New York Shriners and Jerusalem temple of Baltimore will hold a prize drill, at the Howard theater. A big street parade of the visiting Shriners will take place Wednesday, after which the visitors will go on an outing to Washington park. The parade of the Knights Templars will take place the following afternoon, followed by a competitive drill for $200 in prizes. A monster reception will be held at Convention hall at night. J. Frank Richards of Detroit is president of the conference of Knights Templars and Dr. E. S. Dickerson of Cairo Ill., secretary. The present officers of the Shriners are: Eugene Phillips, New York, imperial recorder; Joseph H. Sherwood, deputy imperial potentate; W. D. Morris, imperial chief rabban; A. J. Sellers, imperial associate rabban; J. Blair Blag burgh, Iowa, imperial treasurer; J. H. Murphy, editor of the Baltimore Afro American Ledger, imperial recorder; L. Williams, assistant imperial recorder; J. H. Ross, orbital guide; John H. Cisco, Cleveland, O.; Henry C. Harris, Mobile, Ala., ceremonial masters Charles H. Lewis, Kansas City, Mo. imperial standard bearer; Lawson A. Melker, St. Paul, imperial chief of exalted pass; Howard Finn, Boston, imperial marshal; Harrington Tolibery, Newark, N. J.; Robert I. Hodge, Chicago, and Allen Williamson, Kansas City, Imperial assistant marshals; Benjamin G. Fitzgerald, imperial chief inspector; Benjamin J. Senior, New Orleans, and James R. Surgeon, New York, assistant imperial inspectors, and Edward I. Alexander, imperial lecturer Virginia Sunday School Convention. The attention of Sunday school workers throughout the state of Virginia is for the time being directly centered in the Baptist State Sunday school convention, which is to hold its annual meeting in Alexandria, beginning on Wednesday, Aug. 21. FARMERS' CONFERENCE AT THE DOWNINGTOWN SCHOOL State Officials and Prominent Educators Indorse the Movement. The first colored farmers' conference of Pennsylvania was held at the Downingtown (Pa.) Industrial and Agricultural institute, beginning on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The object of the conference was for the discussion of important matters relating to the welfare of the farmers of the state and to call the attention of our people to the vast opportunities open to them to engage more largely and profitably in agricultural pursuits. The Rev. William A. Creditt, Lt. D. of Philadelphia, is president of the Downingtown industrial school, which is located in the center of the farming population of our people. The trustees of the institution are to be congratulated, therefore, upon the wisdom shown in taking the initiative in this movement, which will result in great things for our people in the future. The temporary organization consisted of the following officers: W. A. Creditt, president: C. H. Brooks, vice president; R. R. Wright, Jr., secretary; T. B. Patterson, treasurer, and A. P. Caldwell, newspaper correspondent. The program consisted of addresses on farming, truck gardening and the general relation of the colored farmer to the state. The conference has the endorsement of the Hon. A. L. Martin, director of the farmers' institute of the state department of agriculture; J. L. Rocky, chief of the bureau of industrial statistics; L. H. Dennis, expert assistant in agricultural education for the state; J. George Becht, secretary of the state board of education, and Thomas P. Smith, dean of the State School of Agriculture. Downingtown is situated on the main line of the Pennsylvania railroad between Philadelphia and Harrisburg. The committee in charge of the conference was composed of Messrs. William A. Creditt, A. P. Caldwell, R. R. Wright, Jr., T. B. Patterson, C. H. Brooks, J. M. Palmer, R. K. Cherry, R. T. Premerman, H. M. Minton and Alexander Gordon. SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson VII.—Third Quarter, For Aug.18,1912. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, Mark v, 21-43. Memory Verses, 41, 42—Golden Text, Mark v, 41—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. At the request of the people of Gadara He left their consts and recrossed the sea to His own city, Caperium, and the people received Him gladly, for they were all waiting for Him. There are many places today, chiefly in so called Christendom, where He is not wanted as the opposer of Satan and his wiles, for much that is called church work and much preaching is really not for Christ, but against Him, while there are many others longing to hear of Him. I have just read of one valley in Mr. Beauchamp's territory in China where a thousand people are crying loudly for a teacher and many leading families have put away their idols. May the Lord direct us to the open doors and make us willing and obedient. Trouble comes to the rich as well as the poor, the devil is the oppressor of all classes, and in this lesson we see a rich man, a ruler, and a poor woman, both in great trouble; a little girl twelve years developing and a poor woman twelve years growing weaker and both seemingly in hopeless condition as far as this life goes. Both find deliverance at the feet of Jesus. Jairus, the ruler of the synagogue, fell at His feet and besought him greatly for his only daughter, who was at the point of death, that He would come and lay His hands on her and heal her. The sick woman had spent all her living upon physicians, had suffered much and was nothing better, but rather grew worse. She had such faith in Him, no doubt by hearing of His wondrous works, that she believed if she could only touch the hem of His garment she would be healed. Jesus arose to go with Jairus, His disciples followed, and much people thronged Him. It was in this throng that the sick woman came and succeeded in touching the border of His garment and was immediately healed. Jesus, knowing that some one had believerly touched Him, turned Him about and said, "Who touched my clothes?" Peter and the other disciples said in surprise, "Master, the multitude throng and press thee." But He insisted that some one had touched Him in a special manner and that virtue had gone out of Him. It is just so still—many meet to worship Him, but few touch Him as this woman did. Many know about Him, but comparatively few know Him in the sense of receiving power from Him for themselves or others. When the woman saw that what she had done was known to Him she fell down before Him and declared unto Him before all the people why she had touched Him and how she was healed immediately (Luke vili, 47). This is what He wanted, that He might do more for her than she had expected. She had already received what she came for and expected, but He loves to do exceeding abundantly above all we can ask or think (Eph. ili, 20). She had no thought that He would speak to her personally, much less call her daughter. She could never forget those words from His lips. "Daughter, be of good comfort; the faith faith made three whole: go in peace" (verse 34; Luke vill, 48; Matt, lx, 22). This "good comfort" is just His "good cheer" of Matt, lx; 2; xiv, 27; John xvi, 33. Had she not publicly confessed her healing by His power she would not only have missed this special blessing, but would have occasion to uphold herself because she had not done so. There is much blessing in obeying (Rom. x, 9), "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus." In last lesson, the healed demonione was sent home to tell his friends how great things the Lord had done for him, and the command stands to "declare His doings among the people" (Isa. xli, 4). What about the anxious father all this time and the only daughter, whom he left dying? The incident we have been dwelling upon probably took much less time than we have taken to write it, but there are times when minutes seem very long, and it may have been so with Jairus. But God is never too late. Though He tarry, we must wait for Him and be patient (Heb. x, 36, 37; Hab. ii, 3, 4). While He still talked to the woman tidings came from the ruler's house that the little girl was dead, which as soon as Jesus heard He said to Jairus, "Be not afraid, only believe" (verse 36). Reaching the house, He said to the waiting people: "Why make ye this ado? The damsel is not dead, but sleepeth." And, taking only Peter, James and John and the little maid's father and mother (Luke vill, 52). He went in where she was and took her hand and said, "Damsel, I say unto thee, Arise." Immediately she arose and walked, and He commanded that something should be given her to eat (43). There was no further laughing to scorn (40), but a great astonishment, for they had never seen anything like this. This manner of man was not ordinary, a man full of compassion for all sick and suffering and with the power to heat the otherwise incurable and to raise the dead—truly a man and as truly God, now our great High Priest at the right hand of the Father, knowing us, loving us, caring for us and still saying the same words, "Be of good cheer," "Be not afraid, only believe." Use The Eureka Comb Price $1.50 With Lamp Cap For Heating. A combination of metal electrifying influences Straightening crimpy-hair. Most convenient and Satisfactory. LAMP CAP MAKES HAIR GROW Mrs. Mitchell's Improved Hair Cream Price 35 Cents Large Jars Makes the Hair Soft and Glossy. Stops falling Hair. Try it for those places on your temples. Not greasy—will not gum. Scalp Treatment. Hair Straightening. Mail Orders Promptly Attended. Mrs. Alice E. 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Biennial Meeting, Grand United Order of Odd Fellows Atlanta, Ga: September 9th to 14th, 1912 To Delegates and Friends contemplating a visit to Atlanta for the above Meeting You will no doubt be glad to hear, that for the above oceasion the Seaboard Air Line Railway has arranged for a HIGH CLASS SPECIAL TRAIN, eléctrically lighted, composed. of Pullman. sleepers, day coaches, diner and baggage car, to leave Union. Sta- tion, Washington, D. C.,at 7.00 P. M., SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER “th, arriving at Atlanta next noon at 1.15 P. M. No extra fare, other than the regular Pullman charges will be required. The New England, Philadelphia, Eastern Pennsylvania and Maryland Delegations and many members from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Washington, D.C. and Virginia have already arranged for accommodations on this train. Excursion tickets wil! be sold from Washington to Atlanta and return September 7, S and 9, good to reach Washington returning until midnight. of September 21st, 1912. at the very low rate of $20.20: The cost of donbie lower berth Washington to Atlanta is $4.00, upper $3.20 and drawing room $14.00. Berth for the night only is $2.00. ae STOPOVER AT RICHMOND, will be allowed within final limit of the ticket. To obtain stonover. notify conductor and deposit ticket immediately with the Depot ‘Ticket Agent at Richmond. 7 For further information address Q. Wi. CHILTON, Central Passenger Agent Continental Trast Building, BALTIMORE, MD. 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Jones of Centennial THE AFRO-AMERICAN’ LEDGER “SPECIAL NOTICE, OEE DOCARTIALTC 1. ” By request the Associated Friends ‘of the Orphans of St. Frances Asy- lum of the Oblate Sisters of Provi- dence will repeat their sixth annu- al picnic. Thursday, August 22, ut Highland Electrie Park, Kerr’s orchestra. _ Dancing from 2to11:45. P.M. Twelve prizes given at-ten o'clock sharp. Guess, for what? Proceéds for coal. Tickets bought before August 22. Adults 15, children 10. Admission at gate 25 cents. General manager H. Grafton Brown. FOR RENT — 1804 McCulloh street. In good order, modern im- provements. Apply to Nelson Wal- ker 2123 Division street. I wish to state that Samuel T. Hemsley is not connected with me and has not been during. the past four years; neither does he live at my residence, 578 W. Biddle street. Alexander Hemsley, Funeral Director NOTICE! We are Selling, Terms to + Suit... $10 down and $1 Per Week Building Lots and Small Farms All City Conveniencies to. the HOME LOVING MAN AND WOMAN Realty. Sales Company ANTHONY THOMAS, Genl. Manager. 463 Calvert Building, BALTIMORE, MD, Call or send your name and address; we will send Agent to see you. Paradise Grove Camp Sunday, August 18, 11 A. M., short sermon followed by union class meeting. The classes from Brown’s Chaelp West Liber- ty, Pine Orchard, Ellicott City and others willunite with us. Ceme all who love to talk about His goodness to you. 3 P. M., sermon by Rt. Rev. L. J. Coppin,D. D. S4 P. M., prayer meeting eonduct- ed by Rev. Gondrich’s bands, of Howard Co, and Rev. Fendell’s band, of East Baltimore. 8 P. M. sermon by Rev. I. H. Goodrich. HOUSES FOR SALE on terms to suit on Druid Hill Ave., Etting St., Divi- sion St., Argyle Ave., Myrtle Ave., Carrollton Ave., Carey St., Calhoun St., Stricker St., Mount St., and every. cross street from Hoffman to Baker. Don’t buy before seeing my list. Call to see me, or tele- phone, or drop a postal. J. Welsh, 2024 W. Saratoga St., Telephone Gilmor Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertakers in Prices 8 JOHN H. OWENS @ SON Uaderinkers & Embaimora 4 Complete $73.00. FUNERALS $75.00, Complete A fine casket worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray or white plush; highly polished oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired bearse, either black, gray or white, to match casket, as desired; tive heated car- riages, new and up-to-date; fiue- burial robe, embalming, openiog grave, advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, cru- cifix when desired, rugs, chairs ete., all of the latest designs. ‘This funeral cost elsewherenssuetisnaserseeensuerneneser 8136.00 Our price-eeceecsein873.00 SAVING YOU ssserrrneeites$63,00 Other Funersls as low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $175. No.charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Complete {222 Division St..bet. Dolphin and Lanvale, Residence C. & P. Phone. Madison 4067 . sity cn i em i emi GET iT AT~—~— - POPULAR. PRICES: “STOKES. & DERRY’S 1016 Druid Hill Avenue Corner Oxiord ——D RUG S—- PERSONALS Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Monroe, 0! 906 Bolton street, are spending ter days at Atlantic City. Rev. David Bryant is visiting friends in Virginia. Mrs. Sdunders and niece, of 342 N. Calhoun street, have. returned from a visit to Earleigh Heights, Md. z Rev. §. R. Hughes will return to Baltimore Saturday, after hav- ing visited Sea Girt, Bordentown, Spring Lake, Asbury Park, and Long Branch, N. J. Mrs. Annie Heath and son, Ar- nett D, Heath, of 1233 Druid Hill avenue, is spending three weeks in Atlantic City., N. J. Miss Eva Hall, of 710 W. Mul- berry street, aecompanied. by her sister, has gone to Calvert Countv to visit friends and relatives. Mrs. Theodore Dent and Miss Lelia Dent are visiting their parents at Aquasco, Prince George County, Md. Mr. Dent will join them Sat- uday. Mr. and Mrs, Horace Tingle, of 515 West Hoffman street weré call- ed.to Snow Hill, Md. this week, to atend the funeral of his mother. Dr. E. J. Wheatley left the city Thursday to visit his wife who has been summerne in New Port, Re I. Enroute he will visit Philadelphia, New York, and Boston. ‘The children of the late George W. Lester have erected a handsome Italian marble monument over his grave in Mt. Auburn cemetery. The deceased was engageil for years in the poultry buisness. Rev. William. I, Johnson has been installed as pastor of St. Paul Bap- ae Church, Twenty fifth and Mace streets.. He will succeed Rev. |George W. Carrington. Misses Mabel and Bertha Blue, of Cleveland, were in the city last week, the guests Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Thompkins,. of 1019 Druid Hill avenue. : FOR SALE—In the 1400 -block of Myrtle avenue four thiee story houses, One in fee in first class condition, strictly modern. - For further information apply to 1401 Miss Irene Holmes is visitng he sister Mrs. Edgar A. Cornish, i New Yorkk City. : Mrs. Hattie Craig, of Hampton Va., who. Has. been visiting Mrs Bertha Smith, of Pine street, ha’ gone to Harrisburg, Pa. Mrs. Cora’ Meredith, of 90: Shields Place, has returned from < two week stay in Washington. Mrs, Lena Laneaster, of 427 N. Pine street, is visiting friends ir Camden, N. J. Mr. Elijah Johnson, of Providence, R. L., is visiting his aunt, Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson, of 1212 N. Spring street. Miss Viola Moon, of i216 N. Spring street, is spending a week with friends in St, Michaels, Md. Rev. J, T. Carpenter, Deputy of the I, 0. St. Luke, for the state of Maryland, left the city this week to attend the annual’ session of the order, which convenes in Richmond, Va., August 20—23. Mr. and Mrs. Hardie Smith, of 1842 Division street, left the city this week for Philadelphia, where their brothers, Mr. A. B, King of Boston; and Mr. Cliton King, of Philadelphia, will join them en- route to Atlantic City the guests of Mr. Joseph King of $12 Arctic Ave. Miss Mamie Washington of 1113 N. Cacey street is confined to her home by illness, Miss Jeannette Rogers of 1108 N. Carey street left the city this week for a visit in Kent Conuty the guest of Mrs, Henry Spencer.s Mrs. Beatrice Hayden and Miss Minnie White of Washington D. C. and Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Bin- yard of Jacksonville Fla. are spend- ing a few days with Mr. and Mrs. William Addison of 202 Myrtle av- enue, Mrs. Nettie Cain of 1113 Argyle avenue, is quite sick at her home. Mrs; Edward Smith and. little daughter, Vashti, of 1701 Druid Hill avenue, are spending three weeksin Philadelhia, Pa., and Atlantic city. They are accompanied by Miss Agnes Briscoe, of 202% Driud Hill ave Mr. and Mrs, Willie F.- Berry and daughter, Addine, of 574 Wilson street, has recently returned home from Philadelphia and Atlantic City Mrs. Nellie Fitchett,of 536 Pres- ton street and her three daughters have left the city to visit relatives in Aceomac Co., Va. Mr. Howard Hiner of 565 Lau- rens street, who is cunfined to his home by illness is improving. Miss Elizabeth Brown, of 1139 Woodyear street, will spend three weeks in Cambridge, Md., visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Lozier Jackson and daughter of 682 W. Mulberry street, left the city this week for a ten day stay at Atlantic City, N. J. © Mrs. Henrietta T. Allen, of 621 W. Biddle street, is spending some time in Atlantic City at 110 N. Ohio avenue, ‘ Miss Estella Seott, of 934 Argyle avenue, is visiting friends in At- antic City, N. J Beceem, ines germane cop Mrs. M-L. ‘Green’ has. returned | from. Washington, where she atten-, ded:the funeral of her. niece.’ Hat: tie Tyler. Mr: Marshall McDaniel, of 913 | Argyle avenue, has’ returned from a week's stay at Hyattsville, Md. Mrs. Annie Meads, .of Laurens street, is visiting friends. in Vir- ginia, Miss Corine Taylor, of 1136 Ar- gyle avenue, isspending a few days in Atlantic City. Prof. Charles A. Johnsoz,: is spending August with Dr: William L... Washington, of Chase,Md. Mrs. Charles: A. Johnson’ and. son, Richard, are the guests of Rev. and Mrs. E. D. Venture, of Perryman, Md. Mrs. Paul D. Coleman and daughter, Eva, of 1237 McElderry street, for a few weeks stay in Atlantic City. Miss. Estelle Hargrave, of 219 N. Pine street, has returned from a four-week stay: int McDaniel, Md. Mrs. Anita Hudson. Paige, of Bos- ton, Mass., is in the city renewing old acquaintances Mr. and Mrs. J. Macauley. Dor- sey. of 250 Pine street, have return ‘ed from a visit to New York, Phila- delphia and Wilmington. Mr. George Clements, of Laureas street, is at Johns Hopkins Hospital suffering from typhoid fever. Mr. P. D. Glenford: Pennington Jeft yesterday for Atlantic City. where he will spend-a few days. Miss Villa Hughes has’ gone to Atlantic City for a couple of weeks, Miss Carletta Johnson of West Biddle street, is the guest of Miss Ruby Pratt, of 83 N. Kentucky avenue, Atlantic City, N. J. | Miss Maggie Hunter, of 207 E. 20th street, who has’ been sick, is now able to be out, She will leave the city shortly for Richmond, Va., and other points, Mrs. Alphua M. Peek and child- ren, of 1836. Druid Hill avenue, are visiting friends in New York and New Jersey. Mrs. W. J, Winston, of 1508 E. Monument street, is visiting friends in Virginia. Mr. Edward Carty, of 419 Pine: street, is spending a few days at: Asbury Park. Master Rienzzi Wiggens, tae nine’ year old son of Mr. and Mrs.Henry Wiggens, of 619 W. Biddle street, gave a. birthday reception last Sat~ urday afternoon. 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