The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXI NO.29 Many Things of Interest To Be Seen In Thriving Negro Community COTTON SEED OIL MILL THE LATEST VENTURE Every Position In The City is Held By A Colored Man Mound Bayou. Miss.—Of course you have heard of this famous city of the South, the first. Negro city to be established and controlled entirely by colored citizens in this country. This town was established about twenty-five years ago by he Hon. IsaiahJT. Montgomery. The Yazoo and Mississippi Valley railroad having received large amount of land grants from the State of Mississippi and desirous of establishing towns along the route and bringing population close enough to the railroad to be of service and benefit, secured the services of Mr. Montgomery as land agent in this section of the state. Mr. Montgomery conceived the idea of establishing a Negro community here and took up the matter with the result that in the heart of the Mississippi and Yazoo delta there is established this enterprising Negro community. Mr. Montgomery was the first mayor and largely controlled the destiny of this little community. Later on came the Hon. Charles Banks, who with his youth and energy proceeded to assist Mr. Montgomery in furnishing the interest of the community. Largely through his work the Bank of Mound Bayou was established and other interests established. The latest of these is the cotton seed oil mill. This mill was erected at a cost of sixty-five thousand dollars, all of which has been paid off except about fourteen thousand dollars and this has been provided for. The mill will begin operations as soon as the season is open and will consume about eighty tons of seed per day. This seed is obtained by the carload from the farmers in the vicinity of the town and within a radius of more than twenty miles around. When it is known that this town is in the heart of the cotton belt of Mississippi and is not so very far from the Arkansas and Texas border, it can be readily seen that it has a large field to draw from. This oil is made into butter and what is known as "Cotton oil lard" and is used largely for domestic purposes. By-products are also made from the refuse, and a substance resembling amber, and used for the same purpose as amber, is one of the chief of the by-products. Mouth-pieces for pipes and smokers' articles are made from it. This mill was planned and erected under the supervision of Mr. T. W. Cook, and will be run by him. Mr. Cook, is a colored man and knows mills, boilers and engines like a schoolboy knows his A B Cs and can talk by the hour. He has built several other oil mills and knows his business through and through from end to end, sideways and up and down. This mill has a bright future before it and judging from Mr. Cook's enthusiasm will be a money-maker from the start. This mill will bring a large amount of business to the town, and it is expected that the population will be largely increased. business propositions in the town, among which are a bakery and confectionary, making its own bread candy and other products of the business. There is also a manufactory for soft drinks, and the business of this establishment is not confined to the town of Mound Bayou, but to large numbers of surrounding towns in the near vicinity, and employees a number of persons in the manufacture of sodas, colas and other products. There are a number of general stores and it is estimated that out side of the bank a business of over a half million dollars per year is done in this little Negro town. That it is a Negro town pure and simple is evidenced by the fact that there is not a white man doing any kind of business in the place. The ticket agent at the railroad station is a colored lady, the freight agent is a colored man, as also is the express agent, and the telephone station is presided over by a colored matron who does pretty much like her white sister, who persists at times in giving you the wrong number and then asking you with all the sweetness in the world: "What number, please?" when you are feeling like saying things that are not to be found Continued on page 4 Democrats Coveting Charles Anderson's Job (Special to The Atro-American Ledger.) New York, March 14.—Now that Chief R. N. Wood and his followers in the United Colored Democracy have returned from Washington, after parading with the regular Tammany Hall organization in the inauguration, the quest for jobs under the Wilson regime has quietly begun. Covetous eyes are now watching the position of collector of internal revenue for the Wall Street district, now held by Charles W. Anderson but Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo is said to know Mr. Anderson quite well and would hardly be hasty in turning him out to make way for another colored man. The New York Historical Literary Society which meets at St. James Presbyterian Church has given over one session a month to newspaper men. The first was held a few evenings ago. The speakers included N. B. Dodson of the American Press Association who told of his efforts to have the Afro-American syndicated news gotten out each week and who also gave a resume of the history of race journalism; Lester A. Watson managing editor of the Age who urged closer operation between the pulpit and the press; James H. Anderson of the Amsterdam News who gave a vivid picture of his struggles with a pen and a tangle in a cellar and the present growth of his paper; Edward Allen editor of the Evening Gazette; Albion H. Holsey of the Crisis and Cleveland G. Allen the newspaper correspondent. The Appelate division of the State Supreme Court has confirmed the conviction to the lower court and John H. Atkins former head of the wrecked Metropolitan Mercantile and Realty Company will have to spend year in prison for his alleged part in some shady real estate deals if he can be found. Atkins jumped his bail a few days ago. L. C. Whitfield who was arrested a few months ago for alleged shady dealings in real estate has been sent to prison for five years. By the appointment of Judge James M. Ambler, Attorney Warner T. McGuinn defended Edward Scott who was tried in the Criminal Court Thursday of last week on a charge of murder. A verdict of murder in the second degree was rendered. By appointment, Mr. McGuinn defended another man charged with murder in the same court, the pre- DEATH OF "QUEEN OF THE UNDERGROUND Mrs. Harriet Tubman Davis Succumbs To An Attack Of Pneumonia WAS A FRIEND OF THE GREAT ABOLITIONISTS In Many Ways She Proved Herself To Be One Of The Foremost Woman Of Her Times Auburn, N. Y., March 14. Hariett Tubman Davis, one of the foremost personages in the great abolition movement heroine of the "Underground Railroad," and associated with Frederick Douglas, John Brown, Horace Mann, William Loyd, Garrison, Gerritt Smith, George T. Downing, Henry Highland Garnet and others battling for the freedom of the race, died at the Harriett Tubman Home Monday night. She was nearly one hundred years of age, and was not able to withstand the ravages of an attack of pneumonia. Of pure. Ashantee blood, she was born on a plantation in Dorchester County, Maryland. At the early age of thirteen her, instinctive antagonism against the tyranny of master over slave caused her to protest at the brutality of an overseer who pursued a slave with a club. The oveseer knocked her down. FREED MANY SLAVES. The injuries she received on that occasion brought on fits of somnolency with wail she suffered until long after the war, when she obtained relief at the Massachusetts General Hospital. Perhaps it was this injury that gave her the-wonderful cunning, rising at times to the cleverest strategy, which was so remarkable in one of her apparent intellectual attainments. She fell ill, and while confined to her cabin became very religious, developing an almost fanatic faith that carried her through dangers whore strong men of the race faltered. Her master died, and word went around the quarers that the slaves were to be "sold South" the thing most dreaded by Nergoes of the upper tier of Southern States. Harriett counselled the Negroes to run away, but none had the courage to follow her. She knew only that if she followed the north star it would lead her to freedom, and one night she stole away. Of the terrible journey north she remembered little; her instinct guided her and her great strength enabled her to stand the privation. She obtained employment and saved all she earned. Then she disappeared and was not seen for months. She had dared to go back to the land of bondage to show others the path to freedom. It was not long before throughout the plantations of Maryland and Virginia were spread rewards for a Negro woman who was luring the slaves from their masters. The price for the capture, dead or alive of Harriett Tubman rose to over $40,000 but she was never taken. She made over nineteen trips into the very heart of the country where the head money was offered. She continued this work until the beginning of the civil war. When the abolition movement became active she went into heart and soul. Whenever she could get to a meeting she went and inspired others with her great faith. It was while on her way to attend a meeting in Boston at the invitation of Gerritt Smith that she fought the greatest single battle of her career. LED RESCUE AT TROY. She had stopped off at Troy, and while there leaned that a fugitive slave, Charles Nalle, a half brother of the master who had followed him, and as white as his owner, had been taken and was in the hands of the officers, having been remanded back to Virginia. She went at once to the office of the United States Commissioner, collecting on the way a large crowd. The crowd held back the officers, who were about to convey the slave to a wagon, and bids for the slave's purchase began. The owner offered to sell for $1,200, but when that was bid he raised his price to $1,500. A man across the street raised a window and shouted: "Two hundred dollars for his rescue but not one cent to his master!" That fired the crowd, and when the officers tried to bring the slave out the crowd surged around the wagon. Harriett, who had kept her position at the door of the Commissoners' office, shouted: "Here he comes! Take him!" and led the assault. Her enormous physical strength has been spoken of. Breaking through the police line she seized the prisoner under the armpits and began to drag him down the street "Drag us out!" she shouted to her friends. "Drag him to the river! Drown him, but don't let them have him!" A policeman hit her on the head with his club, and, freeing one Editors Acquitted Norfolk. Va., March 13.—P. B. Young, editor of the Journal and Guide, and Rev. Dr. C. S. Morris were acquitted in the police court on charges of libel that had been made by William H. Thorogood on account of an article furnished the Journal and Guide by Rev. Dr. Morris. Bishop Levi J. Coppin lectured to a large audience at St. John's A. M. E. Church Tuesday night. He filled the pulpit at the church Sunday morning. The United Order of Texts is erecting a handsome office building on North Church street. Can Advertise for Colored People Boston, Mass., March 13. - According to a decision of the State Supreme Court, property owners and real estate dealers are privileged to advertise their property "for sale to colored people." The court asserts that a person wishing to sell has a right to as wide a market as possible. Intermarriage Bill Killed Trenton, N. J., March 13.—The bill prohibiting the intermarriage of colored and white persons has been killed by a committee of the State Legislature. It was vigorously opposed by leading colored residents of the State. Harry T. Eubanks Dead Cleveland, O., March 13.—Harry T. Eubanks, three times a member of the State Legislature and author of the Ohio Anti-lynching law died here a fortnight ago. Services in honor of his life and services were held here last Sunday afternoon. Odd Fellows Building Completed Atlanta, Ga., Mareh 13.—The six-story office building of the State Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows is ready for occupancy. It contains stores on the ground floor, offices for the Odd Fellows, 43 offices and a number of lodge rooms. PRICE THREE CENTS VICTIMS OF THE ALUM CHINE EXPLOSION MUSLIMS VICTIMS OF RECENT DISASTER BURIED All Of The Wounded At Hospitals Are Reported To Be Improving Slowly Local hospitals have been besieged this week with inquiries about persons who were injured when the tramp steamer Alum Chine was blown up by the ignition of $70,000 worth of dynamite off Wagner's Point last Friday morning. Among the many killed were four colored men, and quite a number were injured. The colored men were in the employ of the Burgess-Hammond Company, caterers, and were on the new collier Jason, which was lying some distance from the Alum Chine. The Jason was to have left on a 30-day trial trip last Saturday morning, and the Burgess-Hammond Company had stocked the vessel with provisions for the trip. J. Edward Hammond, who had several holes blown into the upper part of his left leg when the Alum Chine ripped to pieces by the exploding dynamite, told a representative of the Afro-American Ledger Thursday that the awful nature of the affair beggars description "I had charge of one of the dining rooms on the Jason," he said, "and we were lying around in our bunks talking about the prospective cruise. As a number of the waiters had attended the Colored High School I gave them a hard arithmetical problem. They worked over it for a half hour, when Carence Hammond remembered that he had to go to Baltimore and got on a passing tug. Mr. J. Henry Hammond, one of the heads of the catering firm; also started for Baltimore. I remember well that William T. Bishop, who was killed said that he had tackled many hard problems and that he was going to solve the one I had given, and just had finished his statement when some one rushed from above and shouted that the dynamite ship was on fire. We hurriedly put on some clothes and rushed on deck. When had hardly looked toward the vessel a moment when the explosion took place. The scene that followed was awful. Dead and injured were lying all but us. A piece of steel had been driven clear through Bishop's body. Woodville Emmett, Benjamin Francis and Joseph Woods were lying mortally injured. Brains and blood from those injured or killed were living around, and white and colored 'alike' were victims. Mr. Monroe Buregas was only slightly injured and the two men that started for Baltimore were only slightly injured. The sad memory of that experience will last me a life time." Hammond is recovering at his home. 409 George street. ```markdown ``` DESCRIBES AWFUL SCENE. M. H. B. FUNERALS OF VICTIMS. The funerals of the four colored victims were held this week. That of Bishop was held at the home of his parents, 130 Richmond street Tuesday afternoon. Rev. J. A. Holmes officiated and burial took place at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Bishop was 22 years of age. He was graduated from the Colored High School in 1910 and had intended entering college in the fall; Besides his parent, a brother and a sister survive. The funeral of Joseph Wood was held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Tuesday morning, Father Denis celebrating a requiem high mass. He was 29 years of age and is survived by his wife, Mrs Emma Wood; mother, Mrs. Julia Wood; a sister and a brother. Woodville Emmett, who died Sunday was 54 years of age, and is survived by his wife, Mrs. Frances Emmett, and one sister. His funeral was held at Trinity A. M. E. Church Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Dr. A. L. Gaines officiating. He had been a public waiter for nearly 25 years. His only daughter is the wife of Thomas H. Faulkner, a prominent Liberian. The funeral of Benjamin A. Francis was held at his late home 620 N. Caroline street, Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Dr. M. F. Sydes officiating. Interment as in Laurel Cemetery. The deceased was 51 years of age. He had been a public waiter for years, and was at one time a director in the Public Waiters' Association. His wife, Mrs. Averta Francis; eight children and seven grand children survive. One daughter is the widow of Joseph C. Locks. All the injured will probably recover. Benjamin F. Kerr of McMechen street, is said to be on a fair read to recovery, despite serious injuries. His side was torn out by being struck by a fragment from the explosion. The hole in his side also exposed his heart to the attending physicians, and they have noted the vibrations of the organ. His breast is also badly torn. His escape from death is regarded as miraculous. Arthur Bragg, who sustained a badly lacerated back and bruises is reported to be in an improved condition. He is a son of Rev. Dr. George F. Iragg, Jr, rector of St. James Episcopal Church. James H. Carter, of 1367 N. Carey street, whose leg was lacerated, is doing nicely. George W. Gregory, of 1346 N. Carey street, is reported as doing nicely, despite a broken collar bone. George N. Matthews whose legs were lacerated, scalp cut and spine injured, is said to be in an improved condition. Tisdale Morgan and several other who were slightly injured, expect to be able to return to their work within to weeks. SOME IN NEED. Though none of the families of the deceased and the injured are in what might be termed destitute circumstances, the fact that the men killed or injured were the Continued on page 4 All Parties in the Race Boley Miss, March 13—A primary for the nomination of town officials will be held here next Tuesday. Republicans, Democrats, and Progressives have entered the lists. Boley is one of the rew towns controlled by colored people in this country. GREAT WORK OF FREEDMEN’S AID Sustaias any Soin In South >For Alre-Aingricans, URBER LIBERAL REGIME, Dpportunity Afforded Through Chan- nels. of the Methodist Episcopal Church For the Promation of Gen- era) Education—Appreciation For La- bors of Professor McRary- Cincinnnati.—One of the greatest agencies now at work for the develop- ment of the Afro-American folk is the Freedmen’s Aid society of the Metho- Aist. Episcopal church, ‘This great de: nomination xives a fair opportunity to Afro-Americ:ins. It stimulates aumbi- tlous men of the race who have the ability to becowe leaders in the affairs of the general organization and its work. ‘Phe Freedmen’s Aid ‘society of this eburch is controlled by the board of managers, 2 representative body, con- gisting of five bishops; twelve minis- LER Siti, ER os QO i ae fo ae f a ee fe. . ee Oe aes CL eee So eit ee tae etn BOER Vise ae athe. ae oe ee ey Ae ao PROFESSOR R. B. M'RARY. ters and twelve laymen. They are elected quadreuninlly by tbe: general conference. ‘The broadness of this. church is alse exhibited in having two Afro-Ameri- eans as mein rs of the board of win agers, one minister and one laymen. One of the co-ordinate correspondii: secretaries, of whom there are two. is also hn Afro-American. ‘The Hon. K. B. McRary of Lexing ton, N. C., a scholar. capitalist and te grand master of the Free and Accept ed Masons of the jurisdiction 6F Nort Carolina aud a man of great strensih of character and exceptional. execiitive ability, is the lay member of this iv portant board. ‘The strong attestttion of the chureb's appreciation of te worth of this splendid charueter’ wits the re-election by the general confer ence in Miunenpolis in 1912 to the present office he so.creditably Gils. Professor Meftary was first elected at the general conference in 19U$ au! has created a greater interest in bell! of-the race in Lhe chureb’s education:i activities. ‘Che appropriations for edu- cation among Afro-Americans has bees inereused, sind the sentiment ereared by the Hon, I. B. MeRary moans much in the general advancement: of the race. ‘The importance of Lhe position held by Professor MeRary and the fur reaching effect of his charneter are felt for gcd in. many ways. ‘There are ‘twenty-one schools for (he race in the south curried on under the auspices of the Ereedinen’s Aid socivty—viz. one theological, three medical, ten colleziate and seven academic. Among these are the following insti tutfous with nation wide repntation and thousands of xtaduates. working for the uplift of the race: Gammon Theologica! seminary, Atlanta, which is the largest theological institution for colored meu in the warld: Meharry Medical college,’ Nashville, ‘Tenn.: Clif lin university. Oringeburg. S.C: New Orleans university, New Orleans: Sam Houston college, Austia, ‘Pes.:- Morris: gown Normal sind Industrial collese. Morristown, ‘Tenn.: Morgin college, Baltimore. and other well known ine stitutions in varions parts of the south, This powerful system of schools was started the year of 1866, when the race had just seen the ligbt of freedan in every part of this country. ‘Today: there are enrolled in these scbosls an ‘aggrezate of 6.610 stndents and 465 teachers. The executive ability of the Hon RB. MeRary is again revealed in the fact that this boxrd adiinisters a fund approsimative $4,000.00, Last year: 3912, the hoard administered throah the office nid schools $670,524.56, The esnosure for the exes of the eaumtry when the board meets quarterly in ine “Methddist Tink. Concern. this city. is the tnan from North Carolina. the Elon. R. B. McRary. PN ee ke NP eer as See ROL ats ate ee <Pbe quarterly convention of the-Sun- day: /Schonls af north Alabama” and Mennessey was.recentiy held-in: Steve:t; Seon, Alt with “9, large “attendinee, The: convention: was, iir'sexsion. for. two “@asa: during: which; tive inany ‘helpful Caddresses* were. delivered’ and’ papers Stend dealing. swith’ the. problems:of the SBundayesction! teachers": O82 7) SCHOOL BOARD CONTROVERSY ree Mayor Bacharacns “PPro ‘ment of J. F. Bourne Is Approved. By WHITTIER H. WRIGHT. Atlantic City, N. J.—‘Che appaintment by former Masor’ Harry Bacharach of Mr. Jumes‘F, Fonrne to the board of education in this tity hus been auirn- ed by the stute. supreme court. . The board hus, been directed on a writ of mandamus by the supreme ‘court ta permit Mr. Bourne to take his seat and serve as a member of the board of edu- cation of Atlantic City for the term specified in the appointment of former Mayor Bacharach. . ‘This decides a bitter controversy in- volving the right of former Mayor Harry Bacharach | to appoint Mr. Bourne to the school board because of his color. Mr. Bourne was appointed by Mayor Bacharach on July 16, 112, 30 o'clock a. m.. as the commission government took effect and Mayor Bacharach retired at noon, ‘Phis situation raised the question’ of the right of the mayor ¢o make the ap: pointment., Tt wascharged that Bacha- rach made the appointment out. of spite because he wits ot continued its mayor, ‘The board of cdnestion appealed the ense {0 the state board of education, which beld that Bonrne was enti(led 1. his seat. ‘The case was then carried tv “the supreme court by both sifles. Mr, Bourne brought suit for the writ | of mandamus to compel the board tc gent him; while the bourd bronght suit for a writ of certiorari to set aside the “action of the state board of eduentivn. During (ie consideration of the cise before the court ic was found that qno warranto wus the proper reinedy, and by consent the whole proceedings were changed toa quo warranto action. This ted to a speedy determination in favor of Bourne, He is nat only given his seat, but also his costs.in the vase. ‘Che uew method of court procedure permitied this ehange in the character of the action. Under the old law an en- tlrely new suit would have been re- quired. aoe Th swaking of the onteotie of the case thus far-Mr, Bourne says: “Tam delighted with the derision of the supreme court, ‘The matter is a somewhat deliente one from my stand poiut. My object im-earrying the cst to the supreme conrt was for {he pur. pose of asnertaining the legality af my appointment rather than a desire to push myself into the board. “Byery member of the board I have had the pleasure of meting 1 sized up as au estimable gentleman of the type of men cayrtble of conducting the affairs ‘of the public schools.” DESTRUCTION OF HUMAN LIFE ON THE INCREASE. Mobs Have Murdered Fourteen Afro: _ Americans Since Jan. 1, 1913. As shocking.as it is and as strange as it may seem fo the peaceable and law abiding witite people of the United Stutes, fourtecn colored persons were Iyuched in the short period between Jan, 1 and Feb, 28, 1913. In no other civilized conntry in the world do- we find such destruction of humin life without some action being taken au tlie part of the governmenet to protect the lives of its citizens as is true of Amer- fea. ‘he departments of justice in ua- fion, state and municipalities seem to be bent on passing or attempting to pass segresa(ion ordinances and meas. ures intended to prevent intermarriage betwaen white and colored persons. Class legislation wil yet bring Samer: fea to xrief. If the colored people com- posed the mobs which mmrder Inman beings there would soon he projected the. Dioadiest war the world has yet seen, But these murderers are white. and, according {othe majority of the reports from the lynching camps. they constitute some of the best white peo- ple, ‘The colored people of the United States have heen hounded long endish. It is now high time for this matter of lynching to he brought squarely before the national xovernment by the race it- self. Nocmore worthy effort could be made during this fiftieth year of trev- dom than to inaugurate a great ta. tlonal protective agency to defend the race azainst imurderers. Within twen- Iy-five years, as the recard shows, over 2.500 colored men and women have been wrrdered in the United States. Therefore, instead of devoting so much time to plans for expositions and the lke. {he race should give the matter of protection fram violence serious con- sideration before it is too late, New. Institute School and Mission. ‘The Institnte School and Mission is the most recent edneational organiza- tlon started in Philadelphia. ‘The movement is headed by the Rev. Dr. C. A. Tindley 1s president. und, Mr. [4- ward ‘fT. Dunean is the sceretary and manager. ‘The school is located at 1287 Sonth Severiteenth street. Liter- ary and industrial subjects are taught. The Working Wowsan's retreat. meets at the schvol weekly on Thursday aft- ernoon for the discussion.of such mat- ters. as pertain to the material benefit it its’ members. Research Sotiety Receives Rare Gift. ‘MisaS., E. Marples of Birkenhead. England: tis presented. the. Nexto ‘Society For’. Historical’ - - Research. through: {ts present. with “Meniofrs of, West African « Celebrities” "and “Race: Consciotaess,”. by Rev: 8. R. 'B. OttabAbnma- of Gold Coast. and éditor‘of: Gold Coast Nation, ‘and “The }Story.-of Kwesi: Quainoo” “as: told. by etc nte Soe tras rises ts ert THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER TCT. SECOND: EMANCIPATION, : @HIRIR AY fit Give Afro-Americans Chance to Show ‘Ability, Says Goorga B. Foster. -_ In these days we gratefully and hope fully speak of Gfty years of the euntu- cipation of the Negro, siys George Bur- man Foster, But we know that, while that first outer emancipation cost ott ers bond and tears as shivery was shot to death by the million guns of the re- publié, it was. mostly a gift to the Negro. ‘be nest emancipation is inner eman- cipation, and this he must achieve tor himself, He must earn and create the true values for himself. He will be true and beautiful and good as his in- ner world: is true aud beautiful and good, ‘There's no detent in life save from within: Enless you're beaten there you're bound to wit. But, risht as the poct is, we know that the “within” needs a “without.” Let the Negro among us keep ou in the acquisitivn of uniterin! goods—tt comes first in the order of time—aud the vir- tnes of industry and frugality and sound judgment and self control will constantly increase. Our attitude toward him? In the spirit of limman brotherhood and by so much as we have arrived it. is our duty not to block or impede his arriv- Ing, but to co-operate with bim in his aelf uchievement and self consumma- tion. Above all, we shonld take pains to gee that we close no door of opportu: nity in any direetion to him, Row unbrotherls, how deragatory and para- Izing to the Negro’s ability and possi Dillty it is to restriet his opportunity to the drudgery and humdrmm of the menial and {he medioeret Mopping floors, cleaning streets and sewers, washing dishes in restaurants and the like—the arbitrary Mmitation of the Negro’s opportunity to these tasks. Is aimecessary und unbrotherly on the part of onr industrial aad social Ife, Make it point to give the Negro a chance at the voeations which re- quire meatal and moral ability and training, k |NEW BAPTIST PUBLICATION. ational Metoka and Galeda Magazine Makes Its Appearance. Among the surprises upon the Sin: ay school world that are very pleasant appears 10 he'the new magazine issned from the press of (he national Baptist publishing hoard, Nashville, Tenn., for the month-of March. It is a two color publication that is to be devoted en tirely to the organized classes now being erecteil under the name of Me- tokas and Galedas, at i Tt can alse he appropriately nked in all adult or Bible classes, as -It con: tains the Suiulay school lessons con- forming with the other, international series turned ont by the publishing houses. * Tn addition to the lessons, however. comes the titerary feature, which is certain to inject Into this movement great interest. ‘The magazine will be looked after by. that same enerzetic force {Hut Iss xo suceessfully carried on the work of the publishing hanse for the past sisteen years, Aluminium Company. Reorganized. ‘The management of the Atuminiun Specialty company, Canonsburg, Pa. has passed inte new Minds, Several men of Pittsburgh and viciiity are umong the new ollicials, Whe com pany Intends to start an Industria school in connection with the main facture of novelty goods, ‘Phe: pla ay hid ont for the making of the bese variety of articles calls for the en ployment of at least 200 yonng men and women and a large mamber® of boys and girls, ‘The cinployees will be taken fram. the students, who wilt work ont a part af their school ox: penses. ‘The nillews re: Louis Mosley at Washington, Vas president; Uarey C. Waters of iirtshurgh, secretary: Aired Crockett of Washingtim, Pa. treasurer: W. N. Bufler of Washing: ton, Pa, legal adviser, Purifying the Air in Rooms. To purify the air of otitces or sick roomns soak a few pieces of brown -pa per in solution of salipeter aud alloy them to dry. When desiced for “sy fs a handful of flowers of lavender which can bg got at any ding store on a tin pan with a few pieces of the paper stud Hight. THe aroma fs re freshing and sigreeable and. drives away insects, If hot water is proeuts ble a few drops ot oil of lavender 1 a glass of very hot water ts good. [ purifies the air ac once and effectually tids the room of tlies and insects. o all kinds—Scientifie American, Motorist’s Luck. “Well, Blithers, what luck did you have with your-vew car?" asked: Jar rowny. 3, “More than I ever expected." suid Blithers. “lust three minutes after dhe darned thing biew up another (ir came along with a busted tire, and the owner bongbt my old Ures for sit aplece.”—Sarpers Weekly. Joseph Bonaparte. : Joseph Bonaparte Bed to Americs after the pundred days and bought 9 home {n Philndelphla, where’ he lived In winter, and n mausion In New Jer sey. Where he passed his simmers. Ge was mich liked. In. this country. but could: not make up Mis mind ‘te. stay here. so returned to Burope: Hoping: te profit by the changes of goveroment'in France: [le was always disappointed gad found himself ain unwelcome guest in every country suve England. de Qonlly secured™ permission to live ip Italy. and died tn’ Florence in 1844. T. G. MARSHALL, —DEALER IN— Groceries & Provisions, Butter, & Eggs «and Poultry... 535-Dolphin Ste. Baltimore, Mé, SUNDAY SCHOOL, Lesson viet quanti For March 16, 19% THE (NTERNATIONAL SERIES. : _—e Text of the Lescon, Gen. xxii, 1-13, Memory Verses, 12, 12—Goiden Text, Hos, vi, 6—Commentary Prepared by , Rev. D. fl, Stearns, In the last prrt of the previous cbap- ‘ter we see Abram dwelling at Beer- -ghebi, the well of the oath, haying ‘made a covenant with *Abimelech. “There he called ow the name of Jeho- “yah, and for the first time we bave the name of “the everlasting God,” which carries us on to Ps, xe, 2; Isa. xl, 28, Every uew name of God bas gome new revelation of Himself. ‘The everlasting God not only tells us that He is from everlasting to ever- ‘lasting, but He loves with everlasting love and carries us in His everlasting arms and is always the same Jehoval. (ler. xsxxi-3; Deut. xsxiii, 27). Whether He blesses us or tries us, He is the sume God of love. for years the “heart of Abrahaw bad been made glad by this boy. this beloved son for whom he had waited fall twenty-five years. and now he is commanded to offer bim for a burnt offering. ‘here is nothin quite like this in all the Bible: story. The denzauil seems overwhelmingly awful, bnt God is love, and God is faith), and Abratiam knew it. ‘The New ‘Testament record is that, know- ing the promise and being certain that God sould somehow fulfill it, even it Fe had to raise Tsaae up trom the ded, He did receive him from the dead in a figure (Heb. xi, 17-19). After some twenty years Jacob re: ‘ceived Joseph back as from the dead. God spared tsane and Joseph, but He “spared not [Lis awn Son (Rom. vill, 22), and, He being literally alive from the dead, all things are made sure to ws iu Him, T cannot think that Abraham talked this over with Sarah; but, being sure that he would bring the boy back again. be started off early in the morning. | taking anty two of bis young men with him, His destination was Moriah: which ix now part of Jerusuiem, the same hill thut David bought from Or- nan, the Jelusite. where the destray- lng angel stayed bis hand when Jeho- yah said, “IE is enough," and where Solomon imitt the temple (1 Sam. xxiv, 16, 44, 25; Uf Chron, tii, 1). How wouderful are the associations of truths and places in Sevipture and how all center around the eross tnd the indescritsble sacrifice of the Son of God! It was on the third. day that the place was reached and the great ‘transnetion ac-amplished (verse 4), and how offen # (hird day event calls our attention to the grext center of ull past Ristory and to the resurrection time. ever drawing nearer! Consider Jonah andthe asrriage fo Cant and all otlt- [ers that you can find in the hook. Note the confidence with whieh Abra- dam says to the yormg men, “Lani the Jad will xo and wership and come again tw you" (verse a). He was, fully persnaded that it would he so,” Now see the lad carrying the wood and the father with the fire aud the knife, and they wont both of them toxether (verse 6). One cannot but see the Son of Got bearing His cross and remember the words, “It pleased the Lord to braise Mim: Ue hath put Tim to griet™ (Ist. tii, 1): Tt was the: only Way save us amd so wondrowsly foresimidowed ta Abraban and Isnac. | Henr the ind as he says to his father. | “Behold the fire and the wood, but where ix the Luni for a burnt afer, Ing?" (Verse 7) Ob. the mnguish of the | father's wart! Hut do we ever con- sider the anguish of the heart of God “the Father? Whiit did hye know of “the Lamb slain | from the foundation of the world” (Rev, xiii. Su Was it just then or when he plied the ram-on the gitar is “Isaac's stead or thronith the whole it cident that he saw Chiist’s day and was glad? (dohn viii, 40.) ” Notice the repeated szying. “They went both of them togerher” (verses 5, 6. 8), renrint- ing us of the “they two went on” of Tl Kings fi, 6. 7, $. 11, and sugzesting per: fect oneness and accord, We do not Smagine xuy resistance on the part of Tsai ax is father placed hiny on the altar spon the weod and* bound bim uml fook the knife to skiy bis son. We think of such words as “of his own voluntary wills “1 lay down my life of myself” “1 delight we do ‘Lhy will, O my God” (Lev. i, 2: John x. 17, 18: Ps. xl, $; Hab. x, 7, 9), aml we remember how the Lord Jesus gave [imself into the hands of Tis enemies and suffered them to take Min. and bind Him and Tend Him and mock Him and scourge Him und crucify Hing, and He took it all as a cup which His Mather gave “Him to drink, [twas enoagh. The child of promise was given back to God. BNE ee eae re gi ee Robert A. Elliott ..Baltimore’s Leading Undertaker,, oe £506 ROGERS AVE. ~ Expert Embalming, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Funerals "Specialty. _ Rubber Tire Carriages forhire for all occasions, ae} = Both Phone. Day or Night Bz (Fe ee PS (2 Be ae i we FTN RE RNR ED 0 eR ERP GES ore EG Geen ain, a gee sears etic s veees REIN SRR es SD SND a ER ROUNDS Cisco is ore ni Ue sey ate RNY orn we ee CSS ww SAMUEL TSHEMSLEY Funeral Director and &mbalmer\ pace Coaches to hire for all occasions" gS Funerals from’$75.00 Up . Res., 1 131 Argyie Aye. OFFICE: 942 DRUIDHILL AVE. .. = .... Phone Mt. Vernon 1791-Y =>, a == JOHN H. TOADVIN : 142 W. HILL STREET, TSE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKER ‘who can urnish 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. nis own stables at the most reasovable rates, You need not come to see him, just call South 422 or South 396-Y, 142 W. Hill Street and Mount Vernon 5138 $26 Druid Hill Ave, ’ z Funeral Director — Alex. Bemsiey, 6° iri'Eabalmer : z Funeral Director — Alex. Bemsiey, pict er Wish to announce to the generous public taat I am still doing businew at my old stand, 578 W. BIDDLE Sr. ‘thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. Carriage for hire for weddings, parties aud funerals, and special attention given fo all orders day or night. Yours, ALEX, HEMSLEY, . Mt. Vernon 2578 Main Office. GEORGE H. HOLLAND, Manager. | C. & P, Phone: 692 Madison | FELIX B. PYE,’Sr. r 106 E. Mulberry St. Nr. Calvert. ( i:FUNERAL DIRECTOR:::: “ C,& P. PHONE No Branches.} Not Connected with any? other firm A reward‘ will! be offered for the detectionof ‘per- ne sons doing business under the name of | Felix B. Pye Sr, —THE— BALTIMORE LIFE INSURANCECO, F. S.STROBRIND f: President Home Office: Cor. Charles & Saratoga Sts., Balto., Md. The Leading Life Insurance Companyjin Maryland Life Insurance Policies issued on ages from 2 to 79 Premiums collected weekly from the homes of the insured +8 Issues The Best Contracts + . . The Old Reliable Three Times as Much Business For “1913” ican Owing to the favorable contract offered’ us ie in H& down the line from the Singer Sewing’Machine B. f\ factory, we shall put out in your homes three times 5 Nett as many machines as last year. If we sell youon yen) payments at $1.50 or $1.00 per month. There'will not be any reason why you should not-deal with us. Machines Cash or Credit will be much cheaper than elsewhere. See us first before purchasing a machine. We want to sell everybody that has any use for a sewing machine at payments suitable to your condi- tions. Fron BUTLER ’S most equipped repair shop up town. 1211 Druid Hili Avenue Phone Mad. M. 8778 ~ ANYTHING IN: THE PRINTING — : -LINE | The Afro-American Company | 628.N. EUTAW STREET THE AFRO AMERICAN LEDGER ACTIVE WORKER IN MANY FIELDS Buxneric Account of the Busy and Useful Life of the Secretary of the Tuskegee Institute—Educated at Wiley University and Baptized With the Grace of Modesty. By Dr. ROBERT E. JONES. New Orleans—The church has been influenced by the commercial spirit of the day to require results for funds or effort invested. This is legitimate. "Does it pay?" is no mean question. The returns may not always be in actual dollars and cents, but there must be adequate returns to justify the expenditures. To this requirement there can be no objection. If this principle were applied to the work of the Freedmen's Aid society it would have no reason to be ashamed of the men and women who have been sent forth with benediction of the schools fostered by the society. It would be a long list we to write down the names of all who have made good. We name but one at this time. His picture appears with this short article—the Hon. Emmerd J. Scott. He is a product of Wiley university, Marshall. Tex. He is proud of Wiley university, and Wiley university is proud of him. A thoroughly capable but retiring, much loved individual is be benazed with the grace of modesty. Few men of any race have written the history that is his in a like period of years. He is a man capable of long hours of hard work under great pressure. He is the executive secretary of the Tuskegee institute. Those who know his work best appreciate him most. He is 9 EMMETT J. SCOTT: the corresponding secretary of the National Negro Business league. In this organization the influence is linked motion who with that of his great chief, Dr. Booer T. Washington. Mr. Scott is a student of world questions and is therefore appropriately secretary of the international conference on the Negro. These three positions, requisition, initiative, tact, resourcefulness and high intelligence, represent but a part of the activities of this man, who in the coming day will be recruited as one of the most useful men of his race. The Freedmen's Aid society holds Mr. Scott up as one of the possibilities of the race. Does the work of our schools say? If Wiley university had done nothing more than have made possible the career of Emmett J. Scott that alone would have justified its existence and the cost of maintenance. But Texas has more sons to offer for Christian service. Who knows but that Texas has another prince in waiting for a newer day? In order to prepare the common prince Wiley must be kept open. And for the reasons that Wiley must be kept open, for the very same reason must all of our Freedmen's Aid schools be kept open. Convention in Theater Case Uphold. By upholding the criminal conviction N the manager of a theater in New York city for excluding a colored man from the orchestra who held seats for that section of the playhouse the appellate division of the supreme court of New York gives a fair and impartial interpretation of the law governing the rights and privileges of citizens in such cases. The action of the court is simulating indeed to the race and should serve as a warning to the thousands of public concerns of various kinds whose promoters delight in drawing the color line. To Raise Endowment Fund For College Among the larger organizations working for the extension, of education among Afro-Americans is the American Missionary association. For the purpose of augmenting the endowment fund of five colleges for Afro-Americans and one school for white persons the association is making an effort to raise $1,000,000. Each of the five schools for which this financial assistance is intended is in the south. PROGRESS IN RURAL LIFE. Influence of Biddle University Upon Tillers of the Soil. Charlotte, N. C.-Besides the great work it is doing in preparing hundreds of young men for a life of service in the ministry and other professions Biddle university, this city, is a potent factor in the development of the colored people in many sections of the country. This is evidenced in its various departments of industries and its ability to meet certain peculiar needs of hundreds of farmers in the western section of North and South Carolina. Every year hundreds of trifurfy farmers meet here and inspire and help hundreds of persons who take great interest in agriculture. Prominent representatives from the state department of agriculture discuss such subjects as soil improvement, cultivation of crops of different kinds, live-stock marketing, etc. A pertinent feature of the meeting for this year, which was held the last week in February, was the short, practical and interesting talks by a number of farmers and the keen interest manifested in the farmers' institute by a large number of young men. The sentiment created by these vexers of the soil was well received. The opinion prevailed that each person should endenvor to make himself an indispensable factor in rural activities and to arouse a desire on the part of the farm laborer to be reliable and judicious in investing his money. President H. L. McCrorey of the university and his most energetic faculty are being praised by the farmers and the wives of the farmers, who were also greatly helped by the meeting. DUNBAR CLUB ORGANIZED. New Fraternity in Washington Beara Name of the Noted Poet. The Paul Laurence Dunbar club, projected by leading citizens in Washington, has elected permanent officers, as follows: President, Dr. W. S. Loftin; vice president, John E. Collins; secretary, James Le Count Chesnut; corresponding secretary, H. V. Phummer; financial secretary, Robert A. Pelham; treasurer, Dr. Clarence A. Gray; physician, Jr. U. J. Daniels; attorney, Thomas Beckett; chairman of board of governors. Lieutenant Thomas H. R. Clarke. The elegant mansion of the late Dr. F. J. Shadd, at the corner of Ninth and I. streets, is being considered for the permanent home of the club. The place selected is to be fitted up in the finest style. Mr. Robert T. Murray is to be steward and responsible manager of the organization. He is a caterer and club manager of wide experience. PLANS FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL CONGRESS IN GOOD SHAPE Special Trains Arranged For Delegates and Visitors to Muskogee. Nashville, Tenn.—Country wide interest is being taken in the forthcoming national Baptist. Sunday school congress to be held in Muskogee, Okla. from Wednesday, June 4, to Monday, June 9. inclusive. Secretary Henry Allen Boyd announces that the railroads in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma have already granted reduced rates for all delegates and visitors to the congress from the states named. Special trains from Nashville and other southern cities have been arranged for. A special train consisting of two sleepers, three day coaches and baggage cars will leave this city on June 3. At Memphis two Mississippi and one Alabama coach will be added to the special which will run over the Rock Island to McAlester, Okla. The Arkansas and Louisiana delegations will join the train party at Little Rock on Wednesday morning, June 4, and at noon the same day the Texas and southern delegations coming via New Orleans will meet the other delegations at McAlester, from which place the two special trains will go to Mississippi over the Katy. Muskogee is generally considered as the one southern town where the Negro business man is at his best. Hand some stores and store buildings owned and operated by Negroes are on the principal business streets. The colored people in and around Muskogee are the wealthiest in this country. For these reasons the officials of the Sunday school congress predict that the session this year will exceed by far all previous ones. General Conference For Education. The leading event scheduled to take place in Richmond, Va., in April is the conference for education in the south. The sessions of the conference will begin on Tuesday, the 15th, and hold for three days. There will be delegates present from nearly every southern state, according to invitations sent out by Governor William Hodge Mann. The general theme for discussion, aside from the literary topics, will be agriculture and general re-operation among farmers. Epworth Choir to Render Cantata. The Epworth league choir of the Warren Methodist Episcopal church, Pittsburgh, has made extensive preparations for its Easter cantata entitled "The Resurrection Hope," to be given on Friday evening, March 21, at the church. Center avenue and Watt street. There will be a chorus of twenty-five voices, under the direction of Mr. George F. Jones. Previous to the cantata the chorus will sing "The Spring Song," "The Rosary" and "Remember Now Thy Creator." SUCCESS AFTER HARD STRUGGLE How Dr. Fitz Nearon Prepared For Profession. Progressive Type of Young Manhood Represented In the Ambition of a Native West Indian Who Is Making Good as a Practicing Physician In New York—Enjoys Public Confidence. New York—That a man is the architect of his own fortune and that it rests largely with him as to whether he shall succeed or fail is seen in Dr. Fitz Nearon, a successful young physician in this city, who began his practice with $5, three pieces of furniture and a determination to succeed. He is now rated as one of the leading young physicians of this section and has built up a practice that would do justice to an older practitioner. Dr. Nearon represents that progressive type of young manhood from the West Indies island which comes to our shores seeking a larger and wider life. He was born in Bermuda and received his preparatory education at St George's academy. Shortly after leaving the academy he came to America and entered Lincoln university, from which he graduated in 1890. While in college he was known as a good student and was prominent in college activities. After leaving Lincoln he came to New York and entered the New York Medical college and Flower hospital, from which he was graduated in 1907. Realizing that this is the day of the specialist, young Nearon spent one year at the lying-in hospital, where he took a special course. He finished his medical course in 1908 with $5 in his pocket. He managed to get three pieces of furniture with which to fit up his office, and with this humble beginning Dr. Neuron began 1930 DR. FITZ NEARON. his practice in this city. By hard and persistent effort and with a thorough preparation for his career Dr. Nearon has steadily risen in his profession and enjoys the confidence of the public and also occupies a high place in the estimation of the leading colored physicians of this city. His patients include members of both races. The success which Dr. Nearon has attained by the exercise of a will to do may be well emulated by other young men of the race who, without confidence in their abilities, have chosen work far below their preparation. The rise of Dr. Nearon offsets the theory put forth by so many young men from the medical schools that they must work at some other occupation before they begin the practice of their profession. Dr. Nearon is a thorough race man and is identified with many movements pertaining to the advance of the race and the medical profession in this city. He is a member of the Medical association and of the McDonough Memorial Hospital association, which is behind the movement for the erection of a hospital in this city. He is a young man of wide attainments, being especially gifted in hand painting. On the walls of his office are many of his paintings, including one of his mother, of whom he is very fond. Dr. Nearon is devoted to his profession, and his ambition is to stand at the very highest round in his chosen work. He is of pleasing address and has the art of making and keeping friends. The race may well be proud of the progressive and ambitious element of its young manhood as represented by Dr. Nearon of this city. Anniversary of Peter Ogden Observed. Peter Ogden day was fittingly observed by the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows of Portland, Ore., on Sunday afternoon, March 2. The exercises were held in the Zien A. M. E. church. Members of the Household of Ruth also took an active part in the program. Peter Ogden was the founder of the order among Afro-Americans in America. The principal speaker was George W. Jones, who delivered an instructive address on the subject, "Peter Ogden." Music was a feature of the program. Instruction given in Hair Work, Facial Massage and Manicuring. Also in the making of Braids, Puffs, etc. Combings made up. MADAME M. A. HUNTER, 737 George Street. What's the matter with your Hair What's the matter with you Hair If you want it long and beautiful it can be made so with Mme C. J. Walkers Wonderful Hair Grower. Write, Call or Phone Mrs. J. S. Fennell, Madison 1345 or 1509 Druid Hill avenue. "Hair Dresser to Society" Of course there are other Hair Dressers BUT ONLY ONE POINDEXTER EXPERT MASSAGING AND MANICURING 831 DRUID HILL AVE. I LEAD-OTHERS FOLLOW I carry a full Line of 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. FRIENDS ALL Mrs. D. B. Simmons of Sillex, Ark, writes: "I tried one bottle of Ford's Hair Pomade and found it to be the best preparation I have ever used. It stopped my hair from falling out and breaking off and my hair is now as soft as it can be and is longer than it has been for a long time. My friends all want it. Ford's Hair Pomade; the old, reliable dressing for stubborn, curly hair makes harsh hair more pliable, glossy and easy to comb. Try it and Ford's Royal White Skin Lotion, for the complexion. For sale by druggists, accept no other, see that it is Ford's and manufactured by the Ozonized Ox Marrow Company, Chicago, Ill. Mme.L.C. Parrish EAR CULTURING, MANICURING AND SCALP TREATMENT M. Largest Manufacturer of Hair Preparations in Boston. Largest Importer of Pure Human Hair. Trained in the best schools. Many years' experience. Honest dealing with the public. Honest witness with the public. For Growing Hair on Bald Heads and Bare Temples, use Parrish's Never Fail Hair Food, per jar 25c. and 80c For Stimulating the Growth of the Hair, use Parrish's Wonderful Hair Tonic, pet bottle 25c. and 50c. For Developing and Beautifying the Skin use Parrish's Orange Flower Skin Food, per jar 25c. We manufacture all other kinds of Toilet Articles—Hand Made, Natural-looking Wigs, Switches, Braids, Puffs, etc. Free Catalogue. Parrish's Never Fail Hair Food is ab- solutely one of the best hair preparations on the market. It stops the hair from Splitting at the ends and falling out. It will make your Hair Grow. It is praised by people in all sections of the country. Send 10 cents for a sample jar. Artists wanted. Write for terms. Mrs. L. C. PARRISH, 95 Camden St., Boston, Mass. The sun always makes rainbows through the cloud of grief if we look toward it. Charity. The lady was making some remarks about the kind of clothes some other ladies at church had on. "The finest garment a woman can wear," said her husband, "is the mantle of charity." "Yes," she snapped, "and it's about the only one some husbands want their wives to wear." Druggist and Notion Stores should keep this Superior Hair Dressing in stock. Please ask in the next store for it or write direct to us. Price for wholesale sent on application. M. TREGOR & SONS PRINCESS Price of Princess Comb, $1.00. Heater 50c extra Directions to be used will be mailed with every order. M. TREGOR & SONS Wholesale Manufacturers of Perfumeries and Toilet Articles 1131 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore. Md. 1229 E. Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. Use The Eureka Comb Price $1.50 With Lamp Cap For Heating. A combination of metal electrifying influences Straightening crimpy hair Most convenient and Satisfiactory. BEWARE OF IMITATIONS. 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 the thin places on your temples. Not greasy-will not gum. Scalp Treatment. Hair Straightening. Mail Orders Promptly Attended. Mrs. Alice E. Mitchell—Office for The Eureka Comb 2121 Druid Hill Avenue Hair Dressing, Facial Massage. Scalp Treatment & Straigthening. Manicuring. Mrs. M. V. Travers Graduate of Elizabeth King School, New York City 1 Will Call by Appointment Terms Reasonable 225 W. Biddle Street Baltimore, Md. MRS. MARY S. MILLER Dressmaking. - 525 McMechen Street. BEAUTY PARLOR MRS. HELEN ASH=JOHNSON Hair Culture, Massaging, Straightening Manicuring, Dyeing. 1317 N. CAREY STREET Office Hours: 8 A. M. to 7 P. M. Phone: Madison 3551 M. Other hours by appointment. The Baltimore School of Hairdressing Under the Management of WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 1st, 1913 Hair work taught in all of its branches, including manicuring, facial and body Massage, Scalp Treatment, Dyeing and bleaching For terms apply nt hair store 1308 N. Fremont avenue or 2016 Diuision Street. Night classes from 8 to 10 p.m. In another part of this paper will be seen THE AFRO-AMERICAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY. See if the Afrc-American business man in your neighborhood has his name enrolled. If he has not tell him to get busy and call up Mt. Vernon 2833. Ask for "The Ad Man." STUCOURS & SOINS SUFFRORT HAIR DRESSING FOR FINE HAIR FOR FINE HAIR FOR FINE HAIR FOR FINE HAIR Unequalled for softening and beautifying the hair and promotes a luxurious growth, guaranteed to be free from all injurious chemicals and should be used as the most proper hair Dressing for Ladies and children. DIRECTION—Rub thoroughly into the hair and comb hair to suit style. Prices of Superior Hair Dressing in the known original red bozees: Large boxes, 25c. Single box, 15c.. ordered by mail, 25c. Medium red tin box single 25c. Ordered by mail, 40c. should keep this Super- next store for it or w wholesale sent on ap- TREGOR & SON PRINCESS comb, $1.00. used will be mailed w TREGOR & SON futurers of Perfumeries kea Comb Lamp Cap For Hea- spectrifying influences S convenient and Satisfa should keep this Superior Hair Dressing in stock ext store for it or write direct to us. wholesale sent on application. EGOR & SONS umb, $1.00. Heater 50c extra and will be mailed with every order. EGOR & SONS Makers of Perfumeries and Toilet Articles Baltimore. Md. Washington, D. C. Rta Comb Price $1.50 Camp Cap For Heating. Driving influences Straightening crimpy hair venient and Satisfactory. LAMD CAP THE OF IMITAT KES HAIR GRE I's Improved H 35 Cents Large Ja lossy. Stops falling temples. Not greas nt. Hair St OF IMITATIONS. ES HAIR GROW Improved Hair Cream Cents Large Jars. Sessy. Stops falling Hair. Try it for the samples. Not greasy—will not gum. Hair Straightening. --- Afro-American Co. J. H. MURPHY, Manager. C. & P. Phone. Mt Vernon 2833. UP-TOWN OFFICE: 1320 Druid Hill Avenue. O & P. Phone, Madison 242. Payable in Advance One Year.....One Dollar Six Months.....Fifty Cents Three Months.....Forty Cents Single Copy.....Three Cents * Postage Prepaid by Publishers. Outside of the United State the price is double. Entered at the Baltimore Post Office second-class matter We are not responsible for the return or preservation of unsolicited contributions on any subject. All articles sent to this office for publication, must have the writer's signature or otherwise such article will be ignored. Churches and others having news notices will please have the same in the office by Thursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communication, in the office by noon on Wednesdays. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEAGER, 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, MARCH 15, 1913 WHO IS A DEMOCRAT We are about to enter upon a campaign of education in this state. There is in store for the reading public a feast of good things. The Democracy of that prominent and able lawyer, Mr. William L. Marbury has been seriously questioned; while on the other hand, Mr. Marbury questions the "Democracy" of the senior United States Senator from this state and is ready to go upon the stump to defend the proposition that he is more of the genuine article than Mr. Jonh Walter Smith, who, for so long a time, has been regarded as the high cock of the walk in Maryland Democracy. Nor are these all of the Democratic celebrities anxious to prove the superiority of their special brand of Democracy A Mr. Isaac Lobe Strauss, and one Senator Lee, of Montgomery county, this state, are also anxious to prove that they represent the real thing. It is a bit interesting to note that neither one of the above mentioned gentlemen has the marks and features of the "Wilsonian type" of Democracy. Whatever may be said of the Wilsonian type of Democracy yet it is wholly unlike that peculiar Maryland type of Democracy which has drawn its vitality and force, in recent years from nefarious and devious schemes whereby political larceny might be committed upon large sections of the people of this state. The conspiracy of John Walter Smith, and his crowd, whereby unoffending and upright citizens of this state might be politically lynched as that known as "Wilson" county ballot box laws, trick ballots and the like. And Mr. Straus, so far from raising his voice, as a true Jeffersonian Democrat, at true narrowing the suffrage, actually lent his talent to help on such nefarious tricks known as the "grandfather clause." Nor can that 'purest and immaculate statesman now so anxious to meet John Walter Smith, in debate, hold up his purely white hands in disgust against the political assination of those American citizens who are so fortunate as not to be able to come in under the great "Grandfather clause." Nor have we ever seen it recorded that Senator Lee arose in the august assembly and objected to the larceny of the suffrage of black American citizens. And this Black line is the beautiful group of citizens now contending about representative Democracy? Democracy stands for the whole people against the classes, bosses, and feudalistic aristocracies. Democracy, like Catholicity, closes its eyes to color or condition, seeking only the uplift of men as men without any regard to their grand-fathers or grand uncle. And, yet, this little oligarchy of men, who have been as one man to take away the suffrage of a whole race of people because "undesirable" citizens, have the nerve to fall out among themselves, each claiming to be the real pure, and unadulterated thing in Democracy. The standard type of Democracy in this country is illustrated in one man, and that man is Woodrow Wilson, the President of the United States. The people have indorsed his type of Democracy. He has been called to Washington to make good that type. Whether either one of the above mentioned eminent Marylanders profess the same kind of Democracy as represented by President Wilson, we leave to our readers to infer, after they shall have read what Mr. Wilson believes with respect to the comprehensive character of Democracy, including within its folds the identical race of people that Smith, Marbury, Strauss and Lee worked so earnestly to eliminate. It is utterly impossible to harmonize the straight, dignified, and clear words of Mr. Wilson, with the Negro [disfranchisement schemes so diligently promoted by these gentlemen now anxious for a seat in the United States senate, that there in they may propose what was proposed at Annapolis, and which was overwhelmingly turned down by the patriotic people of Maryland, a loyal state of the Union. Mr. Wilson, fully conscious that the great bulk of the votes of the Negroes of this country would be cast against him, nevertheless because he was the man that he is, solemnly uttered these words: "I wish to assure my colored fellow citizens of my earnest wish to see justice done them in every matter, and not mere grudging justice, but justice executed with liberality and cordial good feeling Every guarantee of our law, every principle of our Constitution, commends this, and our sympathies should also make it easy. "The colored people of the United States have made extraordinary progress towards self-support and usefulness, and ought to be encouraged in every possible and proper way. My sympathy with them is of long standing, and I want to assure them through you that should I become President of the United States they may count upon me for absolute fair dealing and for everything by which I could assist in advancing the interests of their race in the United States." It is almost inconceivable how Mr. Wilson could have used words of more import than those used by him. There is absolutely no evasion. They are Democratic to the core. As a matter of common sense, it would seem that the people of Maryland should take special pains not to send to the United States Senate, a reactionary, a Bourbon, a Negro-hater, who would be a thorn in the side of the man of peace, who is industriously laboring to solve "the race problem" in the only way that it can be solved according to the principles of fair play and even handed justice. VICTIMS OF RECENT DISASTER BURIED mainstay of their families means at will be short of funds. It is said that representative of the Federated Charities visited the homes of the colored victims this week. In each case they found neatly furnished homes, and said that aid was not needed. "A large amount has been collected to aid the families of the dead or injured", said the wife of one of the injured men," and I woud like to know if the colored families are to receive any aid. A charity worker, visited my home and said that appearances indicated that we are not dedestitute My rent and other expenses are still going on and my husband can't work now. I hope that fireless homes and empty refrigerator and rent greatly in arrears will not have to be proven before a humble working man may be given needed help." Mrs. Eliza J. Gray, of Calvert county, Md., is visiting her mother Mrs. Carrie Wright, of 532 W. Biddle street. Mrs. Rosie Welch, of Mt. Winans is recovering from an attack of the grin. The Wreck of the Alum Chine. Written especially for the Afro-American Ledger by Viola Fry Hark! a rumbling in the distance; What can that great roaring be? Ah! It is a burning vessel; What a lovely sight to see! Men from other steamers saw it Started toward it with full speed. Knew their own lives were eudan- dangered, But to that they paid no heed. Madly on they rushed toward it, But they saw it was in vain. Sparks and fragments fell about them Like a steady pour of rain. Though we know men are in peril, We stand watching on the shore, Facinated by its beauty.— As we watched there came a roar. Ah, how long and dull it sounded; Heavy doors and windows shake, Buildings reel and rock and tremble As if shocked by an earthquake. As we looked toward the vessel Came a blinding flash of fire, And the Alum Chine shot skyward Driven with a cyclone's ire On the Jason standing near by Men were watching from the deck; Bits of steel fell all about them Hurled from the sinking vcssel's wreck. Men were struck by flying fragments Bodies severed from the head, Arms and legs torn from the body, Mangled, burning, dying, dead. stab me!" 'Stab me someone, let me die.' By the shore a crowd has gathered, As the rescue boats draw near Anxious wives and mothers seaching For the ones they love so dear. As the boat at last is anchored, Bodies hurried to relief; Some poor mother sees her loved one And is overcome by grief. The Jason standing a mute witness, With its blood-besprinkled deck Scarred and seared as if from battle Tells the tale of an awful wreck. The Patapsco Land Company In another column of this issue will be seen an advertisement from Rev. S. R. Hughes, who representsthe Patapsco Park and Land Company. This company owns a tract of land in Anne Arundel county, which will be sold to colored people. The property is within fifteen minutes' ride of the city, and is said to be desirably located. A picnic ground is being laid out and a pavillion is being erected along with other buildings. A big opening day will be held in the near future. Unlike most cities, Baltimore affords very few opportunities for its colored citizens to acquire first class suburban home sites. Over 100 lots have already been sold to those who would work in Baltimore, and who prefer the quiet of a country home. Dr. Hughes says that this is one of the best opportunities that the race has to secure sites for country homes at small cost Major Gladden's Mother Dead Mrs. Martha A. Gladden, wife of Jesse J. Gladden, and mother of Maj. Charles E., Frank E., and Arthur J. Gladden died March 2nd, at her late residence, 1126 N. Stockton street. Her illness was of short duration having been stricken while returning from market and dying two hours later. She was a prominent member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at that church on Wednesday of last week. Rev. William Alexander and W. W. Allen officiated. Both spoke of her devotion to the church. She was secretary of the Willing Workers of that church, a past officer of the Samarian Grand Lodge, member of Good Hope, Mother Guardian Samarian Juvenile and a member of Evening Star Lodge No. 55 of Samaria. Resolutions were read from each organization. The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful. Besides handsome designs from the husband, children and other relatives of the deceased, there were tributes from Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Abner Saylor, Sr., James Curtis, the Colored Catholic Club, of which Major Gladden is president, and a number of other organizations to which M-s. Gladden belonged. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Fe'x'pye had charge of the funeral arrangements. The Colored Catholic Club will give a great minstrel show in the basement of St. Barnabas Catholic Church, Monday evening, March 24 Proceeds for the benefit of school fund of the church. Music by Proctor's Orchestra Admission 15c, Charles E. Gladden, president; J. D. Campbell, financial secretary, Rev. C. A. Evers, Pastor. in Sunday school books. Mrs. Gordon, if we have not mistaken the name is the presiding genius of this institution. Mr. R.J.Gardner and his wife are the presiding geniuses of the ticket and freight offices, and such has been the amount of business done here that the freight shed has had to be enlarged several times. The postmistress is Miss Mary C. Brooks and there are two clerks in the office and free delivery. The Mayor of the town is the Hon. B. H. Cresswell who is also a magistrate and notary public The town clerk is Dr. S. H. Harris, the vice mayor is Mr. J. W. Francis, Mr. Jake Parker treasurer, S. H. Williams, marshal and commissioner. The Board of aldermen consists of Messrs. J.W. Francis, T. H. Black, G. M. Stringer, James M. Marr, and S. H. Harris. Many improvements are in contemplation by the board of Aidermen, including electric light for the streets and improved pavements. The old frame buildings in the business district are being improved by new brick structures and no more frame buildings will be allowed in the business district. Charles W. Banks, in addition to being the president of the bank of Mound Bayon, president of the cotton mill corporation, is the secretary of the Masonic Benefit Association of the Stringer, Grand Lodge of Masons of Mississippi and is general overseer of this general in Mound Bayou. He is a hustling young man, and is almost constantly on the go. He has an able helpmate in his lovely wife and a home most desirable in every way. Banks is one the strong men of Mississippi and the world has not heard the last of him by any means. Prof. D. W. Garey, secretary of the Masonic Burial Fund has his office here, and when not engaged, in looking after the funeral matters of his Grand Lodge brethren is putting in some 'good licks for the Progressive Party. Mr. Garey is a Progressive enthusiast, and believes in the future of that party. In addition to the new Loan and Investment company which has been recently started, a brick yard is one of the things being thought of for the near future. We predict for Mound Bayou a bright future under the leadership of the men who are now in control of the destinies of the town. According to the laws of Mississippi there must be separate waiting room for white and colored travelers at all railroad stations. Mound Bayou is no exception to the rule, and so it has a waiting room for white and a waiting room for Negroes. In this instance, however, the situation is reversed, and the colored waiting room is in the front of the building while the waiting room of the whites is situated in the rear. So you see even in a colored town the inflexible rule of separating white and colored passengers obtains. Our colored friends in Mound Bayou are, however, more generous than are the white folks, for they do provide for the comfort of the white people who are compelled to remain in town over night, and so the hotel of Mound Bayou has separate rooms which it keeps for white guests, and in this our white friend might learn a lesson. Mound Bayou is on the map and likely to remain. It is a splendid opportunity for the young Negro to grow up with the country, and we predict a bright future for the little town in the heart of the "Black Belt" of the South. --- ENTERTAINED AT SUPPER. Mr. John W. Goodwin of 2135 Division street entertained a few of his friends at supper on Tuesday evening, March 4th at his home. The table was tastefully decorated with Jonequills. A very elaborate supper was served. Those present were: Messrs, Walter Owens, C. H. Johnson, H. J. Johnson, George Quickley, Carter Clark, Charles L. Lloyd, Thomas Sprewer, Thomas Roberts Mrs. Keene Stricken Mrs. John R., Keene is a patient at the Provident Hospital, suffering with paralysis. The stroke has affected her right side, and her condition is regarded as serious. For many years Mrs. Keene and her husband kept a store at the corner of Saratoga and Countland streets, and there by gained a wide circle of friends. For the past two years Mr. and Mrs. Keene have been residing at the M. E. Home for the Aged. Continued from page 1 hand, she knocked him back into the crowd Another jumped for her, but she caught him about the neck, throttled him, and threw him over her shoulder. Mrs. Davis was dragged down, but kept her hold on the slave. Aroused to fighting pitch by her splendid courage, the crowd massed around her, and dragged her and the slave into the river, where the fugitive was thrown into a boat, which pulled out. As the slave-owners had paid agents in Philadelphia, she decided to establish her free slaves elsewhere, and started a settlement at Cape May, N.J., in 1852. This place was successfully managed by her with the aid of Thomas Garrett, the Quaker abolitionist, of Wilmington, Del. She personally escorted 300 Negroes to freedom in parties of one to nine. The Fugitive Slave law enforcement made her work more difficult each year. Driven from Pennsylvania and New Jersey, she came to New York. The Dred Scott decision in 1857 forced her to establish her last station on the underground in Canada. At this time Auburn came into prominence as one of the underground stations, and William H. Seward, later Lincoln's Secretary of State, was one of Harriett's best supporters, giving liberally from his private funds to pay carfare for fugitives from Auburn to Suspension Bridge, whence they got into Canada "When, in 1863, it was decided to use Negro troops, Harriett pleaded to be appointed an army nurse. When the Fifty-fourth Massachusetts Volunteers marched away from camp at Readville, Mass. under command of Col. Robert Gould Shaw, Harriett left for the South with a commission in her dress pocket from Gov. Andrew. Down at Prot. Royal, she cooked for Col. Shaw, and dined with him, too on occasions, when she had important information to impart. When she was not acting as cook, she scouted around the enemy's lines where she listened, and returned to repeat many things to the Union officers that they were glad to know. On one occasion, she informed Maj.-Gen. Hunter at Hilton Head of mines planted in the river, and several gunboats sent to the scene removed a lot of torpedoes that would have smashed an expedition that was about to pass over this dangerous ground. ABILITY ADMIRED. Mrs. Davis lived for a time at the home of Emerson, in Concord, and spent some time visiting the family of William Lloyd Garrison, the Alcott, the Whitneys, Mrs. Horace Mann and Phillips Brooks. Wendell Phillips wrote of her, on June 16, 1868: Illustrative of her hold upon the officers of the North and their confidence in her, one of her many war time passes may be quoted showing the privileges she enjoyed. It was issued to her by Major-Gen. David Hunter at Port Royal, near Nilton Head, headquarters of the Department of the South in 1863. It reads: Pass the bearer, Harriett Tubman, to Beaufort and wherever she wishes to go; and give her free passage at all times on all Government transports. Harriett was sent to me by Gov. Andrew of Massachusetts, and is a vauable woman. She has permission, as a servant of the Government, to purchase such provisions from the Commissary as she may need. David Hunter, Major-General Commanding. Mrs. Davis located in Auburn, N. Y., permanently She was the widow of a man named Tubman, who died in the South and later she married Nelson Davis In 1896 she bought a portion of what was known as the Beardslay estate north of her property, founded in that year the Harriett Tubman Home, converting the former dwelling into the home. Mrs. Davis had been in destitute circumstances and during the past several, years the Empire State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs had raised funds necessary for her support. The home, which she founded and in which she passed away to an honored death, is now under the control of the A. M. E. Zion Church. Her funeral services here yesterday were largely attended, and many were the tributes to the woman that many times risked her life in order that the chains of slavery might be broken from some member of her race. Mrs. Bessie V. Webb, of 659 Stirling street, was granted an absolute divorce from Martin Webb, Saturday, March 8th. CHANGE IN HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM OPPOSED Citizens Aroused Over A Move to Lower Present Standards The opposition against the cutting out of the higher branches of study from the curriculum of the Colored High School is growing apace. People all over the city are aroused, and many organizations have gone on record as opposed to any lowering of the literary standard. Pastors in local churches have voiced their opposition in the course of their sermons. The Methodist Episcopal Ministers' Meeting has appointed a committee, consisting of Revs. Ernest Lyon, J. A. Holmes and C. G. Cummings, to draft a protest against the proposal. The A. M. E. Ministers' and the Baptist Ministerial Meetings have passed resolutions condemning curtailment. It is expected that similar action will be taken at the monthly meeting of the Ministerial Alliance this Monday morning. As a result of a meeting of tax payers and citizen Tuesday at the Y. M. C. A. resolutions protesting against any elimination were presented to the School Board Wednesday afternoon. Dr. F. N. Cardozo Warner T. McGuinn Rev. Dr. G. R. Waller and Rev. Dr. M. F. Sydes were on the committee bearing the resolutions. The resolutions read: First, That with the present tendency to raise standards and enlarge educational opportunities for all people everywhere, your honorable body should be considering the advisability of curtailing opportunities and lowering standards. Second. We deprecate the spirit of the resolution, which from the tenor of the remarks introducing it, has, as its main object, the lowering of the standard of our schools; and we deplore the fact that our Board of Education should for one moment question the need of a standard high school which must minister the needs of 85,000 people for whom the community does not lower a single standard. Third. We deprecate the resolution because of its tendency to awaken dormant race prejudice and antagonisms which tend to block in every direction, the progress of our people—a people who have given more than 200 years of labor to the development of the resources of this city and the upbuilding of this state. Fourth and finally. We desire to thank the Board of School Commissioners for the excellent provision which they have made for us in the past, and repeatly ask that instead of devising means for reducing our courses, your honorable body shall provide suitable housing for high and elementary schools, so as to make it possible to educate our children along various lines most economically and effectively. At the various meetings that have been held to enter protests against the elimination of the higher branches the action of Councilman Harry S. Cummings in having the First City Council vote unanimously against any elimination of courses has been warmly commended. Annapolis, Md. March 12.—Rev. S. R. Hughes delivered his popular lecture on the Dark and Bright sides of the Race Problem to representative audience in Asbury M. E. Church and was congratulated by Mr. Wiley Bates and others as giving one of the best presentations on the subject ever delivered in the city. OFFICERS ELECTED The well known Cabaret Social No. 1 was organized on March 7 at the Goldfield Hotel. The following officers were elected: Dean Young, president, Baltimore; John Camphor, vice president, Baltimore; W. A. Collins, secretary, of New York City; Clarence Lowery, assistant secretary, Baltimore; Ford Dabney, treasurer, Baltimore; Hank Henry, chairman, Baltimore Cyrus Gatewood, second vice president, of New York. DO IT NOW! Subscribe to the Afro-American Ledger. Mrs. Sarah Henson, Agent, 117 S. Dallas street. Orders given prompt attention. J. R. Askew the Haircutting King, is now located with Basil Lowery, 746 Pennsylvania avenue, near Biddle street. He will be glad to receive the patronage of his many friends. COOPER—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear wife and god-mother, Mary Francis,died one year ago today, March 12, 1912. Dearest one of the home Two years you suffered here below, But God new best to take you home; You fought the fight, and died in feith That won the crown in Heaven By her husband, G. G Cooper and god-child, Cora Mae Jones. WHITE—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, Addison, who departed this life one year ago today. March 16, 1912. Sleep on dear husband, and take your rest. God took you home He thought it best. It was hard, indeed, to part from thee. But God's strong arms supported me. By his wife, Maggie White. KING—In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother, Susan Ellen King, who departed this life two years ago. March 16th, 1911, and our dear father one year ago, March 7th, 1912. From calm and undisturbed repose Unbroken by the least of foes. Florence King Colbert and Blanch. King. JONES—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, John W. Jones who departed this life two years ago today, March 16 1911. Gone but not forgotten. By his wife, Emma Jones. In sad but loving remembrance of my dar husband, John S. Sorrell, who departed this life three years ago, March 18th, 1910. Gone but not forgotten. How sadly I counted the hours That measure three sorrowful years. Since they laid 'neath a mantle of flowers. My dear husband I loved so dear. I often sit and think of him That gret can call its own. By his loving wife, Hattie A. Sorrell. CARD OF THANKS. CARD OF THANKS. Mrs Alvreta Francis and family wishes to thank their friends for their kind sympathy and beautiful floral design in the hour of their bereavement. By his wife and children. Mrs Daisy G. Powell nee Johnson and mother, Eleanora Johnson wish to thank their many friends for their many evidences of sympathy following the death of their daughter and grand daughter, Blanche K. Johnson, 666 W. Mulberry street, Friday, March 7, 1913, also for the beautiful floral designs. HOTEL LEXINGTON The employees of the Hotel Lexington sympathize greatly with the parents and relatives of Joseph Wood, 1109 Druid Hill avenue, who lost his life in the dynamite explosion, March 7th, and have sent a floral design as a token of respect. We wish to thank the many friends for their many expressions of sympathy and also those that sat up with us during the long illness of our mother, Mrs. Mary A. Watkies, who departed this life, March 7, 1918, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. S. Low, 622 N. Bedhel street. She died in full triumph of faith. Three daughters and one son survive her. Grand Pastorial reception, Asbury A. M. E. Church, Monday evening, March 81 1913. Cards of admission 15 cents. Reception free. J. H. Gilmore, president; Miss Emma Jenkins, vice president; Charles Collins, secretary; C. Smothers, assistant secretary: Mrs. Lydia Nugent, treasurer; James Hall, general ticket agent. Rev. C. G. Cummings, Pastor NOTICE—The third annual Boys' Day of the First Baptist Church, Caroline and McElderry streets. Sunday March 16. 1913. 8.30 p. m., Platform meeting. 8.00 p. m., Platform meeting. The boys of Chapel, Asbury and Centennial will be present and also the boys' brigade. Benj. Gant, president. Charles Proctor secretary. Rev. P. C. Neal, D. D., Pastor Rev. L. Z. Johnson, D. D., Pastor. Geo. E. Frey. Clerk of Session Mrs. Theresa Stewart, Director of Cantata. Ames Memorial M. E. Church, Carey and Baker Streets Under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid Society, in honor of Rev. W. S. Thomas, Pastor. Thursday Evening, March 27th. 1918. The Beautiful Easter Cantata, "The Birthday of Hope," will be presented by a Chorus of 35 voices at BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH, Lanvale Street and Druid Hill Avenue, Monday Evening, March 24th, 1913, at 8 P. M. Under the auspices of Bethel A. M. E. Sunday School. Refreshments at Moderate Prices. Admission 10 Cents. Mrs. Mary C. Preston, Chairman. Miss Laura E. Campbell, Sec'y. Miss Sarah R. Jackson, Directress. Mr. Thaddeus Copeland, Supt. Come and see the Lord's Chamberlains, Queens, Maids, Pages and Flower Girls in all their beauty. The Herald, Mrs. Jennie H. Ross, will announce the crowning of the Queen. ADMISSION FREE. Refreshments on Sale. Mrs. R. C. Cummings, President. Mrs. Annie Henson. Vice Presi Mrs. Lillie Ellis, Secretary. Mrs. Elizabeth White, Treasurer. Rev. C. G. Cummings, Pastor, Now is the time to order your Flowers. A full line of potted plants and cut flowers, roses, carnations, sweet peas and violets at moderate prices. STALL-LAFAYETTE MARKET, opp. Argyle Avenue. THOS. E. KELSON, 510 Presstman St. Phone: Madison 4102 M. Flowers sent everywhere. Why not be wise. Others do it, why not you. Sell your Junk to The Eastern Iron and Metal Company one of the largest Junk Dealers in the city. Highest Prices paid. 610 N. Madera Street 1751 Orleans Street I have 50 houses in Northwest Baltimore for you to select a home Now is the time. Spring is here. Don't put it off, because they are going feet. Read this list and drop me a cord. 1 two story house 700 block of Baker street. If you cannot call drop me a card night. All mail orders promptly Arthur L. Johnson Licensed Real If you cannot call drop me a card and I will call to see you day or night. All mail orders promptly attended to. Phone St. Paul 1933. NOTICE—The Keystone Lodge, No. 30, of the G. U. O. of Seven Wise Men, is expected to turn out with the Union Baptist Church. No. 2, Saratoga street near Fremont avenue, Sunday evening, March 16th at 8 o'clock, at which time all members and friends are invited out with us. Sermon by Rev. C. B. Jones, Pastor. WILLIAM YOUNG, JR. ..Teacher of Piano.. Special Attention Given to Technic 1146 ARGYLE AVENUE Selling this newly patented Brandt Cigar Light. Is operated with one hand; gives an instantaneous light every time the motion is pressed. No electricity, no battery, no wires, non-exposure. Strike a light without the aid of matches. Light your pipe, cigarette, gas 16, when ever and whenever it is wanted. Works with one hand and never fails. Something new, Big demand. Everyone needs one. Write quick for wholesale terms and prices. S. E. Brant Lighter Co. 42 Budson St., New York City. [Picture of a man in a suit and bow tie]. W. TUNSTALL, BARITONE. ANNA H. LEE, SORRANO. ANNA H. LEE, SOPRANO. Members of the Lyric quartet that sing at Behel at five o'clock, Sunday March 16th. This company is organized for the purpose of rendering a superior grade of compositions in a manner to bring out every point of artistic expression. In offering the public this concert company, the splendid material assure good results as each one is strong in his line. Can be engaged at any time. Nelson Tunstall, manager, 518 W. Hoffman street. ANNIVERSARY SERMON. Will be preached to the Lend-a Hand Circle of Trinity A. M. E. Church on Tuesday evening at 8 p. m., March 25, by the Rev. J. I. Lowe, D. D., of Philadelphia Pa., manager of the A. M. E. Book Concern. All are invited. Miss Emma A. Carmack, President. Mrs. Martha L. Edwards, Secretary Rev. A. L. Gaines, Pastor. You are cordially invited to be present at the grand demonstration and christian union rally of parents and children of the A. M. E. Sunday school of Towson. Sunday evening, 7.80 p.m., March 16th, exercises consist of addresses solos and recitations by some of our best talent. Good Music. G. Sumner Whyte, district superintendent. The Ministerial Alliance meets in Grace Presbyterian Church, on Monday, March 17th at 11 a. m. Rev. J. G Martin presiding. Paper, "The Benefit of Prayer" by Rev. G. F. Pragg. Rev. W. E. Williams secretary. John Wesley M. E. Church Rich programme for John Wesley M. E. Church, corner Sharp and Montgomery streets. Thursday, March 20—Entertainment. Biblical in its character. The Tribal Leaders, mothers and daughters, witnessing the scene of Noah entering the Ark and of Abraham offering Isaac. The Tribal Roll will be called and general report made. Friday, March 21—Good Friday. Full service. The Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, D. D., district superintendent will preach. Subject: "The Crucifixion" or "The Worlds Great Tragedy." Sunday, March 23—Easter or the triumph of christianity. Early service 5 a. m., sermon by Dr. Lyon, subject: "The Resurrection," 11 a. m., sermon by the Dr. Turpeau 3 p. m., sermon by Dr. Lyon, subject: "Thanksgiving." Our guest in this occasion, the Pythians in their annual turn out. 8 p. m. the Choir. Interesting Easter cantata. Silver offering at the door. Monday. March 24—Entertainment. King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba in Conference and witnessing the marriage in Cana of Galilee accompanied by the Ten Virgins Tuesday March 25—The fourth quarterly conference. Wednesday, March 26—Entertainment. Scenes in King Pharoah's Palace with the Queen of the Realm and the Princess. Moses, leader of the Hebrews, with his cabinet meets Pharoah and pleads for the freedom of his brethren. Closing scene, grand march, consisting of Noah and his family, Abraham and his family Pharoah and his attendants. Moses and his cabinet, Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, the Ten Virgins, the Priests and their Counsellors, the Spies, the Wise Men, the Musicians, the Ushers, the Trumpeters, the Guards and all the other attendants. Tuesday night, April 1st under the auspices of the Brotherhood Dr. J. E. W. Bowen will deliver his famous lecture. Admission, each entertainment, 10 cents. Season tickets 15 cents. You save 15 cents purchasing a season ticket. By order of the committee The full choir at each religious service. Palm Sunday Service at the Madison St. Presbyterian Church, Sunday, March 16th, 1913, at 8 P.M. Under the auspices of the Heroines of Jericho, Jurisdiction of Maryland: Dr. Henderson Kerr's Orchestra. ADMISSION 25 CENTS. AGENTS Something New Selling this newly patented Brass button, gives with one hand, gives an instantaneous light every time the button is pressed. No electricity, no battery, no wires, non-exposure. Strike a light without the use of light敏剂, light敏剂, gas jet, wherever and wherever it is wanted. Works with one hand and never fails. Something now. Big demand. Every person needs one. Write quick for whole- 2 three story houses 1000 block Carrollton avenue and I will call to see you day or attended to. Phone St. Paul 1933. 1415 Myrtle avenue Estate Agent Dr. Payn's Painless 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 $2.00 to $5.00. All work done by Small Payments. EASY TERMS EXAMINATION FREE 118 W. LEXINGTON ST. Dr. Shaw will distribute palms to everybody attending the morning service. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCH Dolphin and Etting Sts. Rev. M. J. Naylor, Pastor. 11 a. m., Special Sermon by Rev. D. D. Turpeau. Distribution of palm. 8 p. m., Sermon to the recent Converts by the pastor and reception of new members into the church. The converts, with all females dressed in white, will assemble in the lecture room at 7.30 p. m., and enter the main auditorium in a body. All are welcome Rev. C. G. Cummings, B. D. Pastor. Girls' Day 9.30 a. m., Bible Class 11 a. m., Sermon by pastor. Subject "The Life and Work of David Living stone, African Missionary." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 2.30 p. m., Special Exercises. 5 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m., Platform Meeting. Distribution of palm. Strangers Cordially Welcomed Chas. T. Stewart, Supt. Leon Carrington, Pres E. L. ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHUKOH E 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m., Preaching. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 4 p. m., Jr. Epworth League. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Mrs. Elizabeth Fuller, Pres. LadiesAid Mr. S. E. Swann, Supt Mr. Joshua Fuller, Pres. E. L. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH, Franklin and Pine Sts."King's Hill' Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor. Residence; 618 Dolphin Street. 11 a. m., Preaching by the Pastor. Subject: "The Bed is too Short and the Cover is too Narrow." 3 p. m., Sunday School. 3.80 p. m., Sacred Song Service will be rendered by the Choir of Sharp St. Memorial Church, Mme. Annie Hazel- ton Lee, Directress, Silver offering. The Epworth League will attend this service. 8 p.m., Sermon by Rev. George R. Williams of the Washington Conference. Distribution of palm all day. W. C. Tongue, Supt. Rev. S. R. Hughes, Pastor. 11 a. m., Pastor. Subject: "The Grand Procession" 2 p. m., Sunday School. 7 p. m., Epworth League 8 p. m., Pastor. Subj. "The Voice Children." ST. PAUL M. E. CHURCH Saratoga and Carey Sts. Rev. S. H. Norwood, Pastor 574 Oxford Street. 11 a. m., Preaching by Rev. Aquilla W. Brooks, subject: "Dry Bones" 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 5 p. m., Epworth League 8 p. m., Sermon to the Pink Carnation Social by Rev. Dr. Lyon. AMES MEM. M. E. CHURCH Rev. W. S. Thomas, Pastor: 11 a.m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2 30 p. m., Sunday School 5 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m., Railroad Sermon by Rev. A. Young of Whatcoat M. E. Church, also Choir. ALL DAY RALLY ST. PAUL M. E. CHURCH Saratoga street, near Carey Rev. S. H. Norwood, Pastor. Sunday, March 16th, 1913 Given by the Pink Carnation Auxiliary to the Brotherhood of the church. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Rev. Aquilla Brooks, subject: "Dry Bones" 8 p. m., Rev. Ernest Lyon, pastor of John Wesley Church. All auxiliaries are cordially invited. Mrs. Lizzie Johnson, President; Mrs. Bernita Hall, Sec Rev. Alfred Young will preach his famous Railroad Sermon at Ames Memorial M.E. Church, corner Carey and Baker streets, Rev. W. H. Thomas, pastor on Sunday, March 16, at 7:30 P. M. This sermon has been the means of bringing many souls to Christ. Don't miss the train. Rev. Young will be accompanied by his choir and congregation. A special Temperance program will be rendered by the members of the Seventh Day Adventist Church at Young's Auditorium, Druid Hill avenue and Robert street, Sunday night, March 16th 8 P. M. sharp. Prominent speakers will take part. Rev. G. P. Rodgus, Pastor: SPECIAL PROGRAM. Rendered at Bethel A. C. E. League every Sunday evening 6 P. M. William Burton, President. Rev. D. G. Hill, Pastor. --- BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Ave and Lanvale St. Rev. D. G. Bill, Pastor 11 a.m., Sermon by the Pastor. 3.00 p. m., Sunday School. 6.00 p. m., Allen C. E. L. Meeting. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH W. Montgomery St., near Charles Rev. J. W. Norris. Pastor Palm Sunday, Palm will be given out All are invited 11 a. m., Special sermon by the pastor to be followed by an Easter sermon the next Sunday. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., Great Palm Love Feast. 6.00 p. m., Allen C. E. League. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by pastor. Friday, 4 p. m., King Solomon Training Class. Mrs. Rachel McCoy, trainer and Leader. 10 to 11 a. m., Pastor's Bible Class John Murray, Pres. of the League. Charles Tolson, Sept. ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carlton Sts. Rev. P. J. Jordan, Pastor Services for Sunday, March 16, 1913. 1 a.m. Sermon by Rev. P. J. Jordon, D. D. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Plenty of music and life. 4.30 p. m.. Allen League. Special program with good singing rendered by the Junior League. Mrs. A. E. Waddleton, of Washington, D. C., General Superintendent of Junior League of the A. M. E. Church will address the League. 8 p. m., Sermon by Dr. Lewis B. Moore, of Washington, D. C. We desire and welcome the presence of all who come. H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. Wm. Butler, Pres. A. C. E. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rev. Dr M. F. Sydes, Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street Palm Sunday, special Sermon by pastor and special music by the Choir 11 a. m., Sermon by Pastor, 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 3 p. m., Annual Sermon to the K. of P., by Rev. W. H. Brooks, D. D., of Washington, D. C. 5.45 p. m., Special program by the Allen League. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by Rev. D. D. Turpeau. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH. Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. A. L. Gaines, D: D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by pastor. Distri- tion of palm. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 6.30 p. m., A. C. E. League. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by pastor. T. J. Holliday, Supt. Miss A. L. Martin. HANDY MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Cor. Baker and Bruce Sts. Rev. John Offer Gustis, Pastor. 1514 Druid Hill Ave. Holy Anniversary—Palm Sunday Decision Day. 9.30 a. m., Sunday School. Distribution of palm. 11 a. m., Sermon by Pastor. "The City was moved, saying who is this?" 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., "Decision Hour." 6.30 p. m., A. C. E. League. Mr. Samuel E. Robinson. Pres. 8 p. m., Sermon. Subject: "Decide Where You Will Spend Eternity." ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington St., near Pine. Rev. L. F. Flagg, Pastor 11 a. m., Preaching py Pastor, subject: "The Trumpant Entry." 3 p. m., Sunday School 6 p. m., C. E. League. 8 p. m., Preaching by Rev. Hertzfield, the converted Jew. Palm distributed free all day. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton Street near W. Baltimore Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10 a. m., Class. 11 a. m., Preaching by pastor. Palm will be given out 2 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m., Rev. Dr. Thomas and Congregation. 6.30 p. m., C. E. L. 8 d. m. Sermon by pastor or stranger G. W. Fowler, Pres. O. E. L. T. H. McGowan, Supt. GRACE PLESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Dolphin and Etting Sts. Rev. W. Edward Williams, Pastor The Manse, 623 W. Lanvale St. Services: Special Revival Services every night conducted by Rev. E. B. Gordon. D. D., pastor of Walker Mem. Baptist Church, Washington, D. C. Palms distributed at 11 A. M., Sunday. Special Service in Sunday School at 3 p. M. Everybody come at 9 p. M. Every night till Easter, revival, come. CHRIST INSTITUTE Dr. G. W. Kennard, Pastor. Enger Street. Enfor Street. 11 a. m., Sermon by an Able Divine. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. J. Cornish, Distribution of palm. All are invited. PENNA. AVENUE A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Rev. J. W. MacDonald, Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Mr. Miller. 1 p. m., Class by J. H. Catlin. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. W. W. Brown, Supt. 4 p. m., Class. Alex. Phillip, Leader. 6 p. m., Varick Christian Endeavor. J. B. Alkins. Pres. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. J. W. Mac. Donald CARROLL PARISH Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Pastor. Sunday, March 16th. Subject: "The Man of Sorrow Paused to Weep." 11 a. m., Mt. Calvary. 8 p. m., The A. M. E. Home. Donation Day. at the Home. 8 p. m., Evergreen. Bladensburg, Md March 8.—The people of Bladensburg turned out in large numbers to hear Bishop L. J. Coppin Sunday, night, March 2. The bishop delivered an able and interesting sermon which was greatly enjoyed. The collection amounted to $51.51. Monday night the bishop delivered a lecture which was full of good advice and which was received with great appreciation. The people are so well pleased with their success, financial and general prosperity, that they expressed at their last quarterly conference a desire that the bishop should return to them their pastor, Rev. J. D. Banks, who has served them two years. The trustees of the public school, with the teachers and patrons, are asking the school commissioners for a new school building. The present building is in a bad condition. Snow Hill Notes. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Snow Hill, Md., March 13.—Mrs. Milkly Parker, is very sick at her sister's, Mrs. Georgiana Wilson on Hill street. Miss Ella Davis died Friday, and was buried Sunday at the Mt. Zion Baptist cemetery. Mr. William Selby went to the Peninsula Hospital last week to have his eyes treated by a specialist. The Livelyhood Club gave a concert at Odd Fellows' hall Wednesday night, for the benefit of the M. E. and Baptist Churches. Mr. Otho Johnson entertained several friends at supper Thursday night. Mr. Alexander Martin gave dinner to a number of friends Sunday. Rev. G. H. Ethridge of Berlin, was the guest of Rev. Henry last week. Rev. Jewett's little daughter, has been sick, but is better now. Mrs. Ella Clinton of Philadelphia, has returned to her home after spending several days with her brother Mr. Samuel Collins. Mr. Peter Armstrong, of Pocomoke City, and friend were in town Sunday. Salisbury Happenings (Special to the Afro-American Ledger) Salisbury, Md., March 13.—The funeral of Miss Mildred Leonard daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Handy Leonard., who died on Wednesday, was held at John Wesley Church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. R. G. Waters officiated. The annual thanksgiving services of the Uniform Rank of the Knights of Pythias and the Court of Calanthe will be held at St. Paul A. M. E. Zion Church this Sunday morning. Rev. E. D. W. Jones will preach a special sermon to the order. The funeral of Mr. Thomas Johnson was held St. John Wesley M. E. Church Monday afternoon. Interment was in Houston cemetery. There will be a walking social given for the benefit of St. Paul M. E. Zion Church this Monday night. Hayre de Grace Items (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Havre de Grace, Md., March 13. —A drama "Fifty Years of Freedom", was given at St. James A. M. E. Church Monday night. Rev. Pritchett, pastor. Those who took part were: Mrs. S. E. Whyte, Mr. O. Christy, Miss E. J. Cole, Mrs. M. F. Christy, John Harris, L. A. Christy, Charles S. Wayman., W. Christy, Ella Graves, Mrs. L. Whitfield, Winona Graves, Mrs. S. Osborne, Robert Graves, Leo Jones, Marie Plumer, Mrs. M. Ward, Tony Plumer, R. Brown, Lucille Woodbury, Mrs. L. Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. Cromwell, Lillian Graham, Miss R. E. Whyte and H. Wrete F. Rev. McPherson, of Wilmington, De., preached at St. James A. M. E. Church Sunday night for Rev. J. H. Pritchett. Jesse Ringgold has returned to Kittrell College after a visit to his mother Mrs. Emma Ringgold. Mrs. Eliza Whyte gave a waffle supper. Monday night. Miss Elnora Pritchett is visiting friends in Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. A. Bentley and Mr. and Mrs. R. Richardson are getting ready to have a sack rally for the benefit of trustees and stewards of St. James A. M. E. Church. Easton Jottings (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Easton, Md., March 13. Mrs. Emma Gibson, wife of Mr. Robert H. Gibson, who has been confined to her residence for three months past, has developed a case of Bright's disease. She has recently been taken to the Emergency Hospital. Mrs. Sally Nichols, who has been quite sick, is now improving. Mrs. Caroline Coxen, who has been quite sick, is much improved. The Nazarite Lodge had a sermon preached to them last Sunday at Asbury M. E. Church, by the pastor, Rev. J. H. Wallace. Mr. Alfred Banks is confined to his home on East Dover street with the grip. A committee of ladies Bethel A. M. E. Church gave an antique party last Thursday evening at the Samaritan Hall. The affair was a decided success. The committee consisted of Mrs. Elizabeth Cooper, Mrs. Julia Keys, Mrs. Katie Blackwell and Mrs. Susan Cooper. Cambridge Briefs (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Cambridge, Md., March 13.—The Pink Tea held at Waugh M. E. Church.on March 5th was quite a success. The decorations were in pink and the ladies wore pink aprons, which made quite a pleasing effect. The program was in charge of Miss Helen M. D. Truxon Dr. Storer S. Jolley, who has been confined to his bed is greatly improved. Rev. O. Croxton, pastor of the Baptist Church, preached at Waugh M. E. Church on Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus St. Clair, Messrs. Cyrus St. Clair, Jr., Harry Wilson and Clarence Jones have returned from their trip to Baltimore and Washington. Chestertown Cullings (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Chestertown, Md., March 13.—Sunday was Girls' day at Bethel A. M. E. Church under the leadership of Miss Ethel Rochester. In the morning a sermon was preached to girls, by the pastor; in the afternoon the little girls, under the direction of Mrs. E. G. Young rendered a temperance cantata "The Temperance Bell," at which time little Helen Holland read very excellent paper on "Temperance." At night the special feature was thee beautiful singing by the girls' choir, under direction of Missses Mattie Wright and Katie Thornknis. Mr. Henry Johnson was called to Baltimore this week to attend the funeral of his brother. News From Catonsville (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Catonsville, Md., March 13.—Women' Day services will be held at Grace A. M. E. Church Sunday. A special program has been arranged. Mr. Charles Hardy was home last week nursing a badly cut hand, the result of running a fork into it. Mrs Flora Terrell gave a birthday party in honor of Miss Dora E. Dey. Mrs. Rachel Clark fell in front of Mr. Oden Williams' home Tuesday. She was picked up by some boys and carried into the home of Mr. Williams, where medical treatment was given her and later she was able to go home alone. On account of his eyes, Dr. Henry Campbell has decided to sell out his business as veterinary doctor. He is anxious that some colored man should take it. Mrs. Rachel Oliver, of Annapolis, was the guest of Mrs. Laura Marshall last week. Mr. Henry West was taken to the Mercy Hospital, Baltimore, in a serious condition last week. Louisa Virginia Taylor was christened Sunday in the Sunday school, by Rev. Charles H. Murray. Princess Anne Happenings (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Princess Anne, Md., March 13. Mr. and Mr. Dennis Jones, newly weds are residing for the present ST. HAACHIE The Greater Electric Brown's Grove. The finest and best Resort that was ever opened in the State of Maryland for colored people. And with the many improvements this year makes it equal to any of the whites. Books are now open and for choice dates apply at once. Would advise you to give committee authority to book dates when you send them out, as there will be no dates held in reserve. For further information apply to Mr. Brown can only be seen at the above mentioned address every Saturday night, Sunday and Sunday night. Phone, Mad. 2669-M after 8.30 p. m. at the residence of Mrs. E. Waters of Depot street. Mr. Sandy Stewart is confined to his home, suffering with the grip. Miss Ruth Jones has returned to Philadelphia. Mr. Edmond Whitelock is much improved, after quite a sick spell. Mrs. Mary Walton is very ill. Miss Viola Hill, of Oakville, died last week and was buried from Union Free M. E. Church Monday afternoon! Mr. George Cottman has moved from Loretta to this city. The members of Mt. Hope A. M. E. Zion Church are elated. They raised at the rally last Sunday the largest amount of any effort in 14 years-$101.77. Revival services continue at Metropolitan M. E. [Church. Rev. J. H. Nutter is the pastor. House Painting Glazing, Graining, Enameling Floors Stained - Varnished or Waxed. Leaky Roofs Cemented and Painted. Look! Look! See! See! Patapsco Park Land Co A New Suburban Township. To the citizens of Baltimore who are over taxed and paying heavy ground rents and crowded in apartments. Look, watch, be wise and do not lose this opportunity. It comes only once in life. The Patapsco Park Land company gives you a chance of a beautiful suburban township. High and healthy, overlooking Baltimore city, fine spring water, nearly 100 lots already sold and a rush for others. Get you choice at once. Price of these lots from $50 to $200. Five dollars down one dollar a week. If sick or out of employment 30 to 90 days given to catch up in payments. If you die before you finish paying for lot a deed will be given your heirs without further payment. Patapsco Park is on the Annapolis state road, five miles from the city, is eleven minutes ride on electric R. R. from Camden station, 16 minutes ride on W. B. A. Electric R. R. from Park avenue Station. A large Grove suited for churches and Sunday Schools and other organizations for Camp Meetings, and Picnics. fine lawn tennis grounds, baseball grounds. A large pavilion and other buildings will be erected before the grand Opening Day. Only five minutes walk from station to grove. I advised the colored people to hold Round Bay. Now it has gone from them and a white township is being built up and the colored people forever shut out of the most beautiful site on the Severn. Will they let Patapsco Park get away also. The wise people say NO. This is all we have left to us near the city to build up a township to be governed by colored people. Persons desiring to purchase lots are given free tickets Mondays and Thursdays from Camden station. 2 P. M., only one hour to go and return. Notify S. R. Hughes, 1424 Argyle avenue. Apply to Patapscp Park Co. 106 Law Building WE INVITE EVERY THIN MAN AND WOMAN HERE EVERY PERSON IN BALTIMORE AND VICINITY TO GET FAT AT OUR EXPENSE Don't be the "Skeleton at the Feast" Sargol makes Puny. Peevish People Plump and Popular. This is an invitation that no thin man or woman can afford to ignore. We will tell you why. 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PARKER Real Estate Broker and Investor Property bought and sold on easy terms 917 Druid Hill Avenue WM. L. FITZGERALD Real Estate Fire Insurance Accident Insurance 1206 Druid Hill Avenue. Phone C. H. JOHNSON Real Estate, Broker and General Repairs to Property 519 ROBERT STREET Madison 4584 Y PROF. J. W. ALLEN TONSORIALIST DERMATOLOGIST Electric Emporium Electric Massage. Open 8 to 10 p: m. 420 DRUID HILL AVENUE Baltimore, Md. Phone WM. SYDNOR Plastering Cementing, Bricklaying, Roof Painting and Paper Hanging 532 LESLIE STREET J. S. EDWARDS Ladies and Gents Tailor Suits of all kinds made to order repaired, Cleaned and Pressed 1217 Park Avenue C. & P. Phone, Mad. 3874 Y. Frank J. Randall BAGGAGE EXPRESS 551 Laurens Street Near Pennsylvania Avenue R U UP THERE U OUGHT 2 B The People are Going to Patronize These Men. Call up Mt. Vernon 2833 Ask for the "Ad Man" LINCOLN INSTITUTE DOING GOOD WORK Was Started Because Colored Students Were Refused Admission at. Berea Kansas City Kans.—I have left off a number of things which I wanted to say last week and I do not know as I shall be able to recall them all this week. You see I have been doing so much riding, until it is hard for me to keep up with myself. This moving around business is not what one might think it is and it is a wonder at times that a man does not lose his real head, so I am not surprised at any thing which happens as I get over the country. But then I see so many good things about the race, so many evidences of progress and have given them to you. It was a pleasure for me to meet Mrs. Daisy M. Saffell, the only woman I have ever met of my race in the world, who was a regular embalmer, and was authorized under the laws of the state to do that kind of work. She is a well educated woman. She knows how to keep house, cook wash and iron and then she is kept busy burying the dead. Reaching Shelbyville Ky., she invited me to go down to the Lincoln Institute, and I accepted the invitation, and soon we were headed for the school. Upon reaching in there we were headed for the school. Upon reaching there, we were met in a carriage by two of the professors, who escorted us around showing us through the magnificent building. Lincoln Institute is a new institution in Kentucky, and perhaps you know something about its history its ups and downs, and especially the hardshipswhich have been experienced and which was brought into existence. You see there was a school in the state known as Berea, from which a number of men and women had graduated. It was attended by both races, so the legislature wanted something to do, hence got together and passed a law prohibiting my folk and their folk from being educated in the same school. We submitted to the law, and the white folks, decided to locate another school for us. It would take me a year to tell you just how much trouble was experienced in getting a place, but at last they got it, after legal fights. Even then the legislature possessed a bill which meant to knock out the location selected, but the courts declared the law unconstitutional and there it was. Beautiful buildings, mixed faculty, and some of the brightest men and women of the race are connected with Lincoln and are doing their work well. I had the pleasure of meeting them all. I met some of our old friends there. Now there was Prof. George S. Cordery, superintendent of carpentry, who had been talking about me for a long time. He was my admirer, and had told others about me, but when he saw me was surprised, for he did not know me. He was cordial in his reception to me after he found out that I was the real article. He is doing good work. I want to speak of the other teachers, but have been unable to do so up to this time. The president was to send the names of all the teachers but it has not reached me, but just as soon as it comes to me. I am going tell you about the other teachers of Lincoln. Than to Harrodsburg, where I met many leading people. I was the guest of Prof. C. H. Brown and he is at the head of Wayman Institute, one of the Institutions of the African Methodist Church. I am not able to tell you just how much pleasure I get out of my visit to Kentucky. I told you about going to Louisville last week. Then on to Shelbyville. Ind., where I was the guest of Miss M. L. Dehoney, a young woman who has made good in the business world. She has fine manicuring and hairdressing parlors, and the leading white people of the town go to her place of business. She does not draw the color line, but waits on all who come, but few of her people call to see her on business. She is a woman who did not sit around and complain, but has found a place and is using it. I shail not have time to tell you all I have in mind that happened while in Chicago, but I met many leading people and some who were not leading people. You can meet them all in Chicago and they are always ready and willing to meet you. Charles Stewart, Jr., had his birthday on February 28, and he was kind enough to save me some cake. He has reached 8 years in the world. You see here and there in Chicago, men and women who are doing something. Rev. E. P. Jones, D. D., of Vicksburg, delivered a fine address in Chicago for the, Odd Fellows. It was called Peter Ogdon day. It looks as if Jones is going to be the next National Grand Master. He has had his eyes on it for a long time, and he will go to the next B. M. C. with a solid Mississippi vote, and some of Georgia, and some of other states, enough to put him at the head. The members of the race, own some good churches in Chicago. Many of them are out of debt. I called on Rev. J. F. Thomas, and listened to him, and then I left and went to see Rev. E. J. Fisher, the hustling one legged preacher. But he is doing with that one leg, more than a half dozen men with two legs. He is a genius, and a man who controls people. He knows how to brag people to him. The Rev. Dr. D. P. Roberts was sick but I was at his church and met some of his friends and preached there Sunday night myself. I had special invitation from B. R. Pitts, to visit his literary society, but I was so dark that I shaded myself, hence he did not get to see me or could not see me until the meeting was ended. It is a fine literary and is attended by the hinkers of Chicago. Lawyer W. W. Johnson was the speaker of the day and he spoke some too. Off to Springfield, the capital of the state. I found them there hammering away on the race problem, or trying to pass a law to separate the races. I wish you could hear some of the arguments. I am of the opinion that the bill will not pass. But the Negro will have it keep his eyes open in Illinois. I had the pleasure of meeting Rev. E. C. Cole, pastor of the Union Baptist Church, then there was Miss Jessie M. Rollins, one of the leading young women of our race. Miss Rollins is one of those fast writers, and she has been side by side with her mother for years, trying to do something, for the people. She is devoted to the higher development of the young women of her race, and she is found in everything that means to help our girls. I am real proud of this young woman. Her mother is a widow. Miss Jessie went to Washington and worked in one of the offices there until the work was ended. I am real proud of her record made in Washington as a clerk. Next found me in Quincy, and there is where I found that my old age was telling on me, for I tried to make a speech, and just fainted or something else. You may send all mail for me care of Rev. S. J. Johnson, 1001 E. Tenth street, Austin Texas. I have been to Quincy, Hannibal, and I am now in Kansas City, but will be far fom here when you read this letter. I will be in Baltimore next month. Association Holds Meeting At a meeting of the Colored Citizens' Equitable Improvement Association, held in school No.110, Jefferson street near Caroline, last Saturday night, a constitution was adopted an several new members were enrolled. The Biggs' resolution was discussed, but no definite action taken. The executive committee reported that considerable difficulty had been encountered in trying to get the property owners to offer their properties o the city as a site for the proposed new colored school. A report will be made to Mayor Preston as soon as the committee can get it in proper shape. SPECIAL NOTICE Waters A. M. E. Church. The fourth quarterly conference convened on the 24th ult. The session was largely attended and much interest demonstrated in the proceedings. The reports submitted from the various departments were excellent and evidenced the progress of the work. Resolutions commending the presiding elder, Rev. R. C. Ford were presented, and a unanimous vote in favor. of the return of Rev. M. F. Sydes, pastor. The church has been blessed with a sweeping revival wave. The copious showers of this year will long be remembered, for not in the history of our church there been such an ingathering of souls. 156 have professed faith. The pastor has labored ardouously and success has crowned his efforts. The fruit-bearing will be perpetuated. The financial situation has been judiciously managed for the members have the mind to work. There is a growing demand for men of will power, brain and unselfish, aims, men who can grasp the expansion and the unfolding of the truth in all of its relations, reforming human society, and leveling the great mountains of prejudice and a logical dispensation of divine truth. Men who can organize and direct. The Baltimore Conference is favored with such men,also Waters A.M.F. Church THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER THE COLORED MAN IN NEW YORK CITY . In a recent interview in the New York World, Rev. Charles Martin, a native of the West Indies, and pastor of the Moravian Church, New York City declared that "the Negro is not treated as a human being." He gave numerous instances of the way that the colored people are treated in this country and told how colored men were discriminated against when it came to employment because of their race. He said further to his interviewer: "Something has to happen to a Negro before he is well treated. He has got to fall down and break his leg or he run over by a street car. Then the ambulance comes and he is taken to a hospital. There the doctors and the nurses, all of them white, take him and care for him. He is no longer looked upon as a Negro; he becomes a case. He is subject in which their professional pride centers for the time being just as much interest is taken in him as would be in any other case under treatment. It is true that the same interest would be taken in a dog if the animal had limped in with a badly fractured leg. "The attitude of the community toward the Negro is this: So long as he is down and willing to remain down and does not try to enter into any of the higher activities he is all right, but the moment he aspires to better himself he is not alright. So long as the Negro is of useful service—useful to the white man—he is tolerated; the moment he endeavors to enter the field of lucrative endeavor—lucrative to himself—the whole weight of the community is exerted to keep him down. It is almost impossible for a Negro to obtain commercial or professional employment in any firm of good standing in New York." THE WORLDS' PREDICTION. In an editorial the World predicts that the race will in time overcome the disability. The editorial reads: "The story told of social and industrial conditions surrounding the Negro is pathetic to the last degree. It tells of an exclusion from practically all save the more menial employments except as they are confined to the race itself; of a social ostracism which reaches up to embrace the most educated and refined of a caste system so insidiously powerful that 'it takes a man of great strength of character to treat the Negro as a man. "That such a story might be written of the Negro in the chief city of the North fifty years after Emancipation could never have entered the heads of the emancipators, who not only made him free but threw around him every possible security of law for his substantial equality with the whites. "It meant nothing for Rev. Charles Martin to be a Negro in the British West Indies, where his treatment by the whites never made him conscious of his color. But it affects everything dear in life to be a Negro in New York. "Why should it be so? Is any explanation to be found in our multiplicity of white races who have suffered sorely from the oppression of others, and who, in their pride as they work along up in the freedom of the republic, are too apt to forget for others socially weaker what they had justly demanded for themselves? "It may be so. But there is hope for the Negro even here under patience, sobriety, honesty and industry. Many white races with us have been despised races. No one of them is failing with us to work up to a command of respect from others. So it can and will be with the Negro." A number of persons have written to the World within the past three weeks commenting upon the story told by Rev. Mr. Martin. Church Dissolved The congregation of Shiloh A. M. E. Church, Merrymans Lane and Barclay street has dissolved and the members will unite with Bethel and other local M. E. Churches. The church property has been bought by the city, being in the oath h of the propose boulevard along Merrymans Lane. A meeting of the congregation to decide upon their future was held Wednesday night. Rev. T. R. Sinkfield is the pastor. [Name of the man depicted] REV. D. D. TURREAU fore the board protesting against the existence of the increasingly large number of saloons and begging to be relieved of the burden of social evils incident to the free hand the liquor traffic seems to have among our people. The work of the league in stirring up the people has amply justified the establishment of the colored department. An Egg Tale William Levi Lee, 207 Oakdale road, a pupil in the colored school of West Roland Park, is the owner of a hen that has laid a remarkable egg. The egg measures eight and five sixteenths inches around ends and six and five sixteenths inches round the center and weighs one quarter of a pound. The egg was laid Ferbuary 21, and is the product of a mongrel hen. ...Crescent Concert Orchestra Beside other music we have over $50.00 worth of S cert Music. 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Dr. Harvey Johnson, assisted by a number of other ministers. Interment was in Mt. Zion Cemetery. As was told in last week's Afro-American Ledger, Mr. Waller was a thirty-third degree Mason, and had served as imperial treasurer of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. His wife, Mrs. Sydney J. Waller three children and six brothers survive. Mrs. Waller will move back to Baltimore within a few days. Mr. William Toye Surprised Mrs. William Toye was greatly surprised by a visit from the members of the SunlightSocial Thursday evening of last week. The visitors thronged her home, 1013 Carrolton avenue. Several hours were spent in various diversions, including music. Mrs. Hattie Woods and Mrs. Violet Wright sang a duet. Solos were sung by Mrs. Louise Edwards, Mr. Charles Tolson and Mr. Alexander T. Freeman. Following the rendition of the music the guest retired to the dining room, where a sumptuous repast was served. The officers of the Sunlight Social are: Jeremiah Palmer, Jr., president; Charles Woods, vice president; Alexander T. Freeman, secretary; Mrs. Violet Wright, treasurer; Mrs. Katie Gaines, treasurer; Mrs. Edith Whitake, manager Henry Harris, sergeant-tarms, and Mrs. Hattie Woods, chairman. Zion Cemetery Changes Hands The Baltimore A. M. E. Ministers' Meeting has secured control of Mt. Zion Cemetery, located on the Washington road. Revs. A. L. Gaines, P. J. Jordan and D. G. Hill, a committee, representing the ministers, paid $2,000 on the purchase price of $11,000 this week. John W. Martin has been chosen superintendent of the property. The cemetery company has been in the hands of white people, and sometime ago went into the hands of a receiver. The sale this week was a private one, and was made with the approval of the court. The passing of the control of the property into the hands of African Methodists means that they will have the first cemetery that the denomination has controlled around Baltimore for years. Some years ago Bethel Church owned a cemetery on Gay street near Preston. Other cemeteries controlled by the race are: Evergreen and Mt. Auburn cemeteries. Baseball In The Air All lovers of the best there is in Negro baseball will rejoice to learn that it has been definitely determined to have the best colored teams in the country play here during the coming season. One of the clubs scheduled for the opening on May 8th is the famous Cuban Giant of which John M. Bright is owner. Other teams that will be seen on the local diamond are the Lincoln, Leland, Philadelphia and Washington Giant, the Brooklyn Royals, Cuban Stars and Norfolk Red Stockings. This city will be represented by the Baltimore Black Sox, which although recently organized, is composed of some of the best players of Baltimore and the South. The local boys will begin regular practice about April 1st. More than thirty playing days have been scheduled, running until September 20th. On most of the days two games will be played. All games will be played at Oriole Park on the York Road. The last dollar on the two mortagages hanging over Evergreen A. M. E. Church, including that owed the A. M. E. Church Extension Society, has been paid. When Rev James A. Briscoe became pastor of the church in May of last year there were two mortgages. The members went to work with a will, with the result as mentioned above. The Heroines of Jericho will hold their annual Palm Suray services at the Madison St. Presbyterian Church, Sunday March 16, 1913 at 8 o'clock. All Heroines of Jericho and Royal Arch Masons are requested to meet in the lecture room of the church at 6:30 o'clock p.m. By order of Sister Annie C. Scott, M. A. M. Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete M. E. Ministers Meet In the course of an address on "Civic Duties of the American Negro" before the M. E. Ministerial Meeting at Sharp. Street Memorial M. E. Church Wednesday Rev. Joseph Wheeler declared that the educated young men and women of the race were increasing in civic consciousness. Rev. Dr. Ernest Lyon attacked the assertion made by several of the speakers that the educated young men and women of the race are leaving the church. "If our educated young men and women," he said, "showed a disinclination to attend some of our churces, its because some pastors do not preach the truth. I know of men who tell deliberate untruths in picturing the beauties of heaven and in telling of the awful nature of the other place" Improvements At Provident Hospital The management of Provident Hospital wishes to announce that the beds of the institute are filled. Two rooms are been renovated a new kitchen range has been installed, and the lighting of the buildings greatly improved. The daily clinic under the supervision of Mr. Harry F. Brown has been well attended and many interesting cases both medical and surgical have been treated during the past two weeks. Plans are now about perfected for a "Charity Ball" to be given the last of April, to raise money for the complete renovation of the entire plant. The Nurses' Training School which has been of much concern to the management has greatly improved under the supervision of the new staff. The superintendent is much pleased at the increased interest and efficiency of the nurses in training. The public is asked not only to watch the institution grow but to help it grow by lending it their moral and financial support. Inspected Brown's Grove A party consisting of Messrs. Walter Langley, William E.Taylor, Ernest Hitchens, Abraham White Dr. Wilkens and D.H. Murphy, were the guests of Captain George Brown at Brown's Grove Wednesday and they inspected the many improvements made in the grove by Captain Brown during the winter A large dynamo has been installed for lighting purposes and it is planned to have over a thousand 16-candle power electric lights placed over the grove so as to give the place a brilliant appearance at night. The wharf is being covered with galvanized iron and will be fitted up with benches, flowers and lights, and when completed will have the appearance of one of the Atlantic City piers. Another improvemet is the installation of a miniature railroad. The road so far is a quarter of a mile long, but it is planned to lenthen it before the summer excursions. All the work has been under the personal supervision of Captain Brown, and he was warmly congratulateb by his guests on his great prospects for a successful season this summer. Captain Brown was host at breakfast and dinner served in the Starlight. ```markdown ``` THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Homeseekers Attention Now is the time to select your home for the Spring. We are offering for sale a number of homes in Northwest Baltimore on easy terms of a small deposit and the balance in weekly or monthly payments. It will pay you to get our lists. Homeseekers Realty Co. 11 E. Fayette. Street. FOR SALE Two modern homes in 1100 block Etting Street. A rare chance for a man who wishes to own his own home. Convenient to four churches. Low Ground Rent. Home-seekers Realty Co. 11 E. Fayette Street. FOR SALE Modern 3 story home in 1300 block Argyle Avenue. Very low ground rent. Can be bought by small cash deposit and payment to suit. Write or call. J. Welsh 13 E. Fayette Street. 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Willing Workers' Day. Address by Dr. J. H. Thompson Recitation by Miss Hilda Anderson. Solo by Mrs. E. C. Fountain. Mrs. M. Minor, Chairman. Mrs. E. P. Calloway, Asst. Chairman. M. E. Murphy, President. E. E. Bright, Secretary Telephone, Madison 435 Colored Young Womens Christian Association 1200 Druid Hill Ave. Bible Class, 4 Tuesday nights at 8 p. m. led by Mrs. Grady. This is most helpful and instructive. Visitors welcome. Art Needlework Class, Monday nights at 8 p.m. Instructions in latest ideas in embroidery, crocheting, burnt wood, leather and brass work at very reasonable rates. Regular business meetings, Thursdays at 8 p.m. Employment Bureau Open from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. It is our endeavor to supply our patrons with reliable help. Phone Madison 435-Y. Strange young women of good character may obtain lodging at very low rates. Assembly room for rent for societies and entertainments. Mrs. M. E. Murphy, pres Miss Emma Bright, Sect. Miss Sadie Chew, Sect. of the Employment Bureau Owed Undertaker in Prices M. OWENS @ EMBALMER ERALS $75.00. Complete back cloth, steel gray or white, plush case; beautiful rubber-tired hearse casket, as desired; five heated car robe, embalming, opening grave door crepe, candles, candelabra, crui of the latest designs. $136.00 Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 ```markdown ``` Ministers' Mass Meeting at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Tuesday Night, April 1st, 8 o'clock sharp. Under the auspices of the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Speakers: Prof. Joel Spingarn, of New York, in the "New Abolitionism," and Dr. M. C. B. Mason. Cards of Admission not required. Everyone urged to be present. ...YOUNG'S HAIR FOOD... Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25 cent can will convince. Scientifically prepared at YOUNG'S PHARMACY. Druid Hill Ave. and Hoffman St. PYTHIAN ANNIVERSARY THE ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SERVICES of the Order of Knights of Pythias of N. A., S. A., E., A., A. & A., will be held at Waters A. M. E. Church, Sunday, March 16th, 1913, at 3 P. M. Sermon by Rev. Walter H. Brooks, D. D., of Washington, D. C. On Sunday, March 23rd, 1913, at John Wesley M. E. Church, at 3 P. M. Sermon by Rev. Ernest Lyon, D. D., former Minister to Liberia. The public is invited to worship with us. Troubadours==Palm Sunday Afternoon, March 16th, 1913, at 6.30 P.M. The Famous Juvenile Troubadours with Mr. T. H. Kerr, Violin Soloist, will present a Brilliant Sacred Concert, at Galilean Fishermen Auditorium. Palm will be distributed after the rendition of the Program. Genuine $75 Complete, High-Class Funerals is due to best service, superior quality—one price paying for everything. Unsurpassed facilities for conducting finest funerals..... I am in no way connected with the Casket and Undertaking Trust, and I am not interested in the organized vicious attempt to slander and villify other persons and firms engaged in the burial of our dead. My many years in business in Baltimore, and the manner and way my business is conducted proves that I am for building up for cooperation between honest business and the public, not advertising that I alone do right, but happy to say I give the best for the smallest pay of any undertaker in Baltimore City today. I stand ready to prove this statement at any time. It will interest you to know that during the past four years, as a result of my fight for lower prices and against extravagance in funeral services, I have saved the colored people of Baltimore thousands of dollars. Before my advent into this war, widows and bereaved relatives were burdened with enormous exorbitant funeral bills. To remedy this condition I have waged a lone fight with great success. I have been encouraged by the support and cooperation of many of our best people, besides earning the thanks and good-will of grief-stricken relatives, to whom I have given service at a reasonable price. I have been consured and criticised by some misinformed persons for my attitude and position, but I have done "The Greatest Good to the Greatest Number" without regard to the "Other Fellow." Don't spend all of your Insurance and Society Money but patronize the Undertaker of courage and originality who has saved dollars for his patrons. Including a beautiful Casket worth $65, either Black Broadcloth, White Embossed Plush, Steel Gray Embossed Plush, or a highly polished Mahsgany, Oak or Walnut Casket, just as you select. This Casket is guaranteed to be sold everywhere at $65 alone. It is trimmed with fine quality silk or satin lining, six large silver handles and silver name plate engraved. Other items which complete the funerals: Outside Case, a fine Burial Robe, Embalming, Washing and Dressing, Opening the Grave, Silk Door Crepe, Gloves Candles, Crucifixes, Massive Candlebras, Draperies etc., Hearse either White. Black or Gray, Five New Rubber-tired carriages, Rugs, Chairs, Pedestals etc. I guarantee every item furnished to be the very best quality, and will save you $50 to $100 on every Funeral. The same will be furnished with Couch Caskets for $125 I am the ONLY COLORED UNDERTAKER $73 & $75 advertising a complete funeral for ..... Be sure and secure the best results as cheap as possible There is no other colored undertaker in Baltimore who furnishes an up-to-date funeral for $75.00. My aim is to please the public and save them all unnecessary expenses, and at the same time, give such inducements as will warrant you in calling again. Do not suffer yourself to be deceived. I guarantee my $75 proposition. I am indeed grateful to my friends for past favors and take advantage of this opportunity of thanking you for the same, and you may feel assured that I shall always seek to extend the same courtesy as in the past. Other complete funerals as low as $25, $40 and $50. High Grade Complete Funerals $100 and $125. Prompt attention paid to Country Funerals. Also prompt attention to work from other cities. I furnish Coffin and Grave and Carry the same to the Cemetery for $15 and $18. I Handle all Life Insurance Policies. PERSONAL ATTENTION TO FUNERALS. Bridal Coaches with Electric Lights. Hacks for Hire. Private Ambulance. 1222 DIVISION STREET Between Dolphin and Lanvale Sts. Baltimore, Md. Shipping Furerals, Complete $25, $35 and $50. $73 Including a beautiful White Embossed Plus polished Mahsgany, O Casket is guaranteed trimmed with fine quilies and silver name p the funerals: Outside ing and Dressing, Candles, Crucifixes, Me either White. Black or Rugs, Chairs, Pedestal be the very best quality Funeral. The same v LICENSED I am the ONLY COLOR advertising a complete Be sure and secure th no other colors up-to-date fun My aim is to please th penses, and at warrant you in Do not suffer yourself I am indeed grateful t tage of this oppo you may feel as same courtesy a Other complete fu High Grade Compl Prompt attention paid to w I furnish Coffin and I Handle PERSONAL Bridal Co Hacks for Hire 1222 D Between Dolphin a Shipping Furera Madison 4921-M George A. Watty, Grand Chancellor Josiah Diggs, G. K. of R. and S. $75 C. & P. Residence Phone, Mad-4067 NEVER CLOSED Mrs. Minnie Garrett, of 2147 Division street has returned home after spending inauguration week in Washington the guest of Mrs. Martha McKeeney Reid. Mrs. Amanda V. Carroll, of 1184 Druid Hill avenue, left on Monday, March 10, to visit her daughter and family, Mr.' and Mrs. Keiffer A. Jackson, of Hot Springs, Ark. Mrs. Sarah Q. Smith, of 2233 Division street, has been quite ill with the pleurisy is] convalescing. Mrs. Rosa Downs, of 2228 Division street, who has been sick is convalescing. Miss' Lucy Yeager of Culpeper, Va., was in the city last week the guest of her sister' Mrs. Sherley Washington; of 1611 Division street Mr. Chalcs E. Hughes, of 713 Druid Hill avenue, was in Washing ton last week visiting Mrs. Bessie-Carter Rev. John H. Wilson, of 2202 McElderry street, who has been confined to his home with a severe attack of heart disease, is now convalescent and able to be out again. He was under the care of Dr. Fisher. Mrs. Lilly G. Jones of 1522 Argyle avenue is confined to her home by illness. Miss Carrie Lockly, 1409 Jefferson street is still confined to bed. Mrs. Annie Caldwell-Smith of 1225 Etting street, who has been confined to her home by illness is much improved. Mrs. W. R. Rice of Boston Mass. was in the city the Sunday prior to the Inauguration and was the guest of Miss Louise Anderson at Morgan College. Miss Louis Anderson was in Washington from Monday until Wednesday attending the inauguration festivities. She was accompanied by Mrs. W. R. Rice, of Boston, Mass. Mr James H. Anderson, of New York, editor of the Amsterdam News, was a visitor in the city during the past week. While here he visited the offices of the Afro-American Ledger. Mr. James Hunter, of 737 George street, was a visitor in Washington last week. Messrs. Samuel and Herbert Howard, of Unity, Montgomery County, Md., were in the city this week. Mr. and Mrs. William H. Lee of 1427 Jefferson street, gave a dinner last Friday evening, March the 7th, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hutchinson, of New York City. Mrs. C. T. Tatum, of 1134 Russell street, has returned from a business trip to Hampton, Va. Miss Ella Henderson, of 913 Argyle avenue; is a patient at Provident Hospital, where she successfully underwent an operation this week. Miss Mary Scott, of 2112 Druid Hill avenue., has been quite ill. Miss Helen Kennard, daughter of Dr. G. W. Kennard, and Mr. John T. Maxfield, leader of the Pythian Band, were married this week. The condition of Mrs. Martha Butler, who has been ill for sometime, remains practically unchanged She is the mother of Rev. Joseph L. Butler. Rev. S. H. Brown, former pastor of John Wesley M. E. Church and now pastor of Roberts Chapel, Alexandria, Va., was in the city this week. Mrs. Mary J. Jones, of 441 W. Biddle street, who underwent a successful operation at the Maryland General Hospital, is much improved and is able to be at home again. Mr. Robert L. Henson, who has been seriously ill at his home, 1034 Argyle avenue for the past five weeks, is much improved. Frank Gonzalez gave a stag party at his residence, 426 W. Cross street Sunoay, March 9th, prior to his departure for Havana, Cuba, on Thursday March 18th, 1913. The guests were served by an experienced caterer. Miss A. Brown, of 926 Druid Hill avenue, was married to Mr. Ford McPherson, of Annapolis, on Wednesday. PURE DRUGS Bring all your prescriptions here. We compound them promptly and with the highest degree of accuracy — charging just what they are worth. Get a copy of the prescription you are now taking let us compound it and show you that we can save you 15 to 25 per cent. Our patent medicine at reduced prices. FENNELL'S PHARMACY, DRUID HILL AVE. & BIDDLE ST. BALTIMORE, MD.