The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXI NO. 50 President Wilson's Choice For Registership Withdraws AN INDIAN NOMINATED IN STEAD Patterson Says That He Does Not Want to Embarrass Wilson's Administration Washington, August 8.—No man who has Negro blood in his veins can have a prominent federal position is the dictum of Southern Democrats whose political success has been gained by their States robbing the colored people of the right to vote. An Indian, however may be Register of the Treasury with the aid of these men who always yelling for "white supremacy." Following the backing down last Saturday of Adam E. Patterson, a lawyer of Muskogee, Okla., President Wilson sent to the Senate the name of Gabe E. Parker, a Choctaw Indian, also hailing from Oklahoma. The Supreme Court of his State has just affirmed the law disfranchising colored voters. Mr. Patterson, in asking the President to withdraw his nomination said: "In view of the recent developments caused by my name having been submitted to the United States Senate for confirmation as Reigster of the Treasury, I beg to request that you withdraw my nomination for that position. I consider that you have paid me a high tribute and an honor well worth cherishing in appointing me Register of the United States Treasury, for which I heartily thank you. I had hoped that the noinmation and confirmation would be made without protest. This hope, it seems, was unfounded "I feel like our Savior must have felt when he was handed the bitter cup—it meant life and death. Yet I take it and cheerfully stifle my personal ambitions and surrender back to you the papointment as register, the prize for which I have striven all my life. "I began my political career when avery young man, in Colorado by speaking throughout that State, in 1896, and since that time have continued steadfastly in the democratic faith, for which I am justly proud I will be found working for the supremacy of the Democratic party in the future, as I have in the past, without expectation of remuneration or reward. "I refuse to embarrass your administration, Mr. President, by insisting upon my confirmation, and I also believe it is best for my race that I withdraw my name from further consideration for this position. I am anxious that the spirit of harmony and good will exist between the two races, and by taking this step I believe it will go far toward bringing about a more friendly racial feeling. The voluntary withdrawal of Mr. Patterson was plainly disappointing to leading colored men here. Many venture the opinion, that he having labored so long for the Democratic party should have let that party face the issue. They assert that radical Southern Democrats have too long had their say in regard to the Negro and that the time has come for colored Democrats to not only ask for positions, but to fight any movement at race discrimination started by the Bourbon element of their party. MAY FORCE ISSUE. Some of the leaders in the Demo cratic campaign last fall made every effort to secure colored support and they secured the same, it is pointed out. Now these men should have to take a stand either for or against the race, it is asserted. It is further pointed out that President Wilson may yet have to take a stand for or against the anti-Negro plans of such Senators as Vardaman, Tillman and Hoke Smith. President Cleveland had the same fight on his hands, but he won out in his first administration when later the Senate refused to confirm the nomination James C. Matthews, of Albany, N. Y., as Recorder of Deeds, the late James M. Trotter, of Boston was named and confirmed. Some venture the opinion that Patterson may be given some other federal position, possibly the position of Assistant Register of the Treasury which has been vacant since March 4. Or he may be sent to Liberia. It seems little doubtful if a colored man will be named as Recorder of Deeds, and as American capital is building a railroad in Hayti, a white man may be sent there as minister. This place pays $10,000 a year, and there are white Democrats who would gladly take it. WHITE MAN TO SUCCEED FURNISS WHITE MAN TO SUCCEED FURNISS White Missourian Willing To Brave "Social Equality" With Blacks For $10,000 Per. Washington, August 8. —It seems that big federal appointments are not for colored Democrats this time, unless no white Democrat can be secured to go as minister to Liberia. President Wilson sent the name of Madison R. Smith, of Missouri, to the Senate Thursday as the next United States minister to Hayti. He will succeed Dr. H. W. Furniss of Indianapolis, who has acceptably filled the position for the past six years. Hayti is a Negro republic, but as American capital is building a railroad there it is said that a desire has been expressed that a white man be sent there. Another potent consideration in naming a white man is that certain Southern Senators have declared that they will oppose the appointment of colored men to any important position. This blasts the hopes of colored Democrats. James D. Carr, of New York; James L. Curtis, of New York; W. F. Powell, former minister to Hayti; and Dr. J. B. Oliver, of Brazil, Ind., were among the prominent colored Democrats aspiring for the place. The first colored man to be sent as minister to Hayti was the late Ebenezer D. Bassett, who was named by President Grant in the early seventies. Fredreick Douglass also served there. During one of President Cleveland's terms A. H. Grimke served as Consul General to San Domingo. He nominated the at. C. H. Taylor as minister to Boilvia, but he failed of confirmation. He was subsequently made Recorder of Deeds at Washington. J. Milton Turner was Minister to Liberia during the first Cleveland administration and W. H. Heard, filled the same position from 1893 to 1897. Norfolk, Va., August 5.—Rev. Dr. R. H. Bowling, one of the best known Baptist ministers in the State, president of the Virginia Baptist Convention and pastor of a flourishing congregation, died a his home in this city a few days SEGREGATION LAW DECIDED INVALID Court Of Appeals Upholds The Contention Of Lawyer W. Ashbie Hawkins. Probable That City Solons Will Try To Frame Up Another Measure. Encouraged by the decision of the Court of Appeals that the West Segregation law invalid, but that valid Segregation law may be passed, the white people advocating segregation are bent upon passing another law along similar lines. The Court of Appeals, in a preliminary opinion, handed down Tuesday night, says: "It is the opinion of the court that the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore, in the exercise of its police power, may validly pass an ordinance for the segregation of the colored and white races without conflicting with the Constitution of the United States or of the State of Maryland. The ordinance known as No. 692, approved May 15, 1911, known as the West Ordinance, cannot be sustained, inasmuch among other reasons, it omits to afford proper protection for the persons who have acquired a legal right to occupy as residences any building or portion thereof by devise, descent, purchase, lease or other valid contract at the time of the passage of this ordinance. The opinion was handed down in the case of John H. Gurry, who was charged with violating the law by moving on Laureens street, near Pennsylvania avenue. Attorney W. Ashbie Hawkins, who made the successful fight in the lower and higher courts, succeeded in having the law declared unconstitutional, following the filing of a demurrier to the indictment. When the case came before the Court of Appeals, William L. Marbury, City Solicitor Field and Attorney General Poe made the argument for the law. Mr. Hawkins conducted his case in a masterly manner and marshaled fast after fact and opinion after opinion to show that the law was invalid. He had been warmly congratulated by his many friends on the successful outcome of his contentions. Should another law be passed, and be sustained by the State courts it will be carried to the Supreme Court of the United States, for final interpretation. In an interview, Mr. Hawkins said that he doubted if a valid ordinance could be drawn. He declared that if the whites want segregation why not let all the colored people live to themselves, have their own representatives in the City Council, State Legislature and Congress and that white men now doing business in Negro districts sell their places to colored men and move with whites. The interview follows: "Judge Elliotts opinion on the West Segregation Ordinance has been sustained by the Court of Appeals and that infamy takes its place in the junk heap of freak legislation along with the Jacob's Law. The Court merely gave utterance to a percuriam opinion, the formal one will not likely be handed down till the regular October term. We shall have to content ourselves therefore till then to fined out the court's opinion. I am gratified of course at the outcome, and hope that this is the end of such contemptable efforts to stir up race prejudice in this city. "If the daily papers, however, are to be believed, other measures will be resorted to to accomplish what three segregation ordinances have failed to do. It is averred in the Sun, which has formented this and other efforts at our undoing here, that the Court of Appeals pointed out a way by which segregation of the races might be made legal. If this be so, which is to be doubted, we are all positively sure of this one thing: if William L. Marbury with his years of training at the bar could not draw a valid ordinance, it is certain that Milton Dashfield will not be able to do it. The ordinance, which the Court of Appeals has just declared in valid, was very skilfully drawn, and if a new attempt is to be made, it would be unwise for the segregationists to try one less qualified to draw it than the author of the West ordinance. It might not amiss to say that our white friend (?) who favor this sort of treatment of us are impressed that we want to force ourselves into their communities, and to court their social favors, when as a matter of fact nothing could be further from our intentions. "If they will but study the conditions carefully with their eyes, and not in their prejudices, they will see that wherever we have one into new territory, it was because of changes in that territory brought about by others than ourselves but which changes, made it less desirable for residential purpose for the whites. Take any of the streets or sections opened in the last 20 years for occupancy by us, and we have been able to get into them only when they had for some reason become more or less undesirable for the whites. No houses outside of the alleys or smaller streets are built here expressly for our people, and the only way to get hold of the more desirable property on the better calss of streets is to let that which white people have abandoned, or which they for good and sufficient reasons are willing to sell. We must keep bringing the changes on the notion that we are not so desirous, as they believe, having white neighbors, and we must keep it up until the average white man is made to see and understand it. If the city of Baltimore has the power, and I will forever doubt it, until the highest court in the land says so, to segregate us simply because of or color, why not make the segregation complete? Let it remove all our Hebrew brethren who find pleasure and profit in cornering every grocery store they can acquire in our neighborhoods; let it stop our Irish enemies from prostituting our youths and older folks by their grogohops infesting our communities in all parts of the city; let them remove the thousands of whites in every walk in life who are content to live among and do business with us so long as there is a dollar in it, and give us a chance to conduct our own establishments, and to send to the Council the legislature and to Congress even representatives of our own from our segregated districts. Let the police, street cleaning and garbage men, the justices of the peace, constables and other officials for this district be colored. If the whites want segregation then let it be complete. SHOULD FIGHT AGAIN. "Two ordinances have been knocked out, and if I do not mistake the temper of the people here, they are willing to tackle a third if it is presented, and not because they want to live in white localities, or to seek social favor of their caucasian contemporaries, but because they are American citizens determined to submit to no legal wrong without at least making a many protest against it." PRICE THREE CENTS EDUCATORS HOLD ANNUAL SESSION EDUCATORS HOLD ANNUAL SESSION National Association of Leaders Discuss Many Educational DR.M.W.DOGAN RE ELECTED PRESIDENT Little Rock, Ark., Aug. 6 With a big mass meeting in the First Baptist Church, the National Association of Teachers in colored Schools brought its tenth annual session to a close on Sunday afternoon. The session opened Wednesday night with the usual formalities of welcome and response and with an able address by President M. W. Logan. Others made addresses during the sessions of the convention were R. R. Wright, H. T. Kealing and W. T. Vernon. President Dogan, who is head of Wiley University, Marshall, Texas, offered solutions for many of the vexing educational problems of the day. Discussing the relations of literary and industrial subjects in the high schools, Prof. Dogan said: "The practice so common in places of substituting domestic science and manual training for certain high school studies calls for a most stubborn protest from those of us really interested in the educational advancement of our people. Domestic science and manual training are needed and should be taught in every well regulated high school, for both educational and vocational purposes, but such should be supplemented and not substituted." In reference to the Negro college Prof. Dogan said: "We plead for the real college. Just at this time we have too many schools bearing the name college. We are too young as a race to properly equip and support all of these institutions in the rank of colleges. Some are doing work of such an inferior charactre as to make them educational jokes. "One great need of the Negro colleges and one which will remedy many of the ills complained of is that of productive endowment. "Not more than half a dozen of our long list of colleges have anything that approaches an adequate endowment. All our institutions of higher learning, with possibly two exceptions are of a charitable character, and are, therefore, at the mercy of their contributing sources, but the time as come when different means of getting at least a portion of the money unnecessary for current expenses should be inaugurated." DISCUSS BOY PROBLEM. Continuing the address the educator took up the "boy" problem. "The boy problem," he declared; "in American life is one of no small concern. The fact is, it is a serious problem. This is true as it relates to whites, certainly then it is true as it concerns us. This age, with its advancements and attending allurements is sapping the strength of young manhood at a rate that causes grave alarm." " Hampton Va. August 8—Tne Colored Convention of the Episcopal Churches of the Southern Diocese of Virginia, assembled in St. Cyperian Church this week. ISAAC FISHER Fisher Submits St. Louis, Mo., August 7—Isaac Fisher, of East Lake Station, Birmingham, Ala., was the winner of the first prize of $100 offered by the St. Louis Republic for the ten best reasons why people should come to Missouri. Mr. Fisher submitted his "ten best reasons in an original and comprehensive form, which at a glance shows the many advantages of the State. When the judges decided in favor of Mr. Fisher they did not know he was colored. In speaking editorially of the contest, the Republic says: "There were no set rules to the contest. It was open to the world. Judging from all the conditions, a Missourian of white ancestory who knew the State and had traveled extensively through it might have been expected to win. But a nonresident, a colored man, carried off the prize simply because he had the capacity for taking infinite pain which, it has been said is the secret of genius. His explanatory letter, accompanying the "Ten Best Reasons," shows how he put his mental activities to his particular task, and performed it. It is his theory, as he explains, that a human being can acquire any knowledge if he persistently sets his mind upon getting it. The letter is highly interesting and is a valuable lesson, especially to the young folks, on the necessity for concentration and perseverance. His achievement shows the advancement, and reflects credit on the American Negro." Mr. Fisher is 34 years of age and was educated at Tuskegee. He has won several prizes for essays on economic subjects, one of which was offered by the Manufacturers' Record, of Baltimore. A Successful Rally Narragansett Pier, R. I., August 6.—The Union A. M. E. Church held its annual Women's Day rally. A special service was held all day. The Rev. W. H. Price, of Wilberforce College, is the energetic pastor who delivered a very instructive sermon to the women. The collection for the day was $195.65 which will go to pay off the mortgage of the Church. Mrs. B. Anna Sennely, president. Mrs. Clara Robinson, secretary. Miss Sarah A. Toogood, treasurer. Prominent Georgian Visits City Rev. C. A. A. Nathis, principal of one of the public Schools in Atlanta, Georgia, was in the city yesterday, (Friday). He was an appointant for the position of Minister to Hayti, for which a white man was named Thursday. He had the endorsement of many prominent Georgians for the position, including Senator Bacon and Governor Slayden and Congressman Howard. Hoke Smith was the only prominent Georgian to endorse him. Mr. Nathis is a native of Rome, Georgia. He is prominently connected with the work of the Baptists in Georgia. Succinct Account of Commercial Advance In Two Great Southern Cities and Part Played by Colored Americans—How the State Benefits by Industry of Laboring Class. BY RALPH W. TYLER. Atlanta, Ga.—There are two cities in the south contesting for the supremacy in Dixieland, and they are Birmingham, Ala., and Atlanta, Ga. The next federal census will undoubtedly show one or the other the largest city in all southland. In both the Negro citizenship forms one-third of the total population, and the next ten years' record made by each in population, wealth and commercial progress must in no small way be contributed to by this third of our people. And were it not for the progress that was made during the past decade by this one-third population in each city both would have failed to have made the wonderful strides already recorded. Birmingham, surrounded by an almost inexhaustible deposit of iron ore, coal and limestone, making it the Pittsburgh of the south, depends upon its Negro population largely for taking the mineral deposits from the earth and later developing it from the crude form to a marketable product of usefulness. In Atlanta, which city aims to be the gateway for all that region that lies to the south, the Negro is depended upon largely to make her busy industries bum. The white man most largely, of course, furnishes the money in both cities, but the Negro furnishes the brawn, without which wealth is nothing. In the south increased population is largely due to births instead of to foreign immigration as in the north and west. The colored people oppose "race suicide" with a prolific birth rate. This makes for better recognition of the race in Atlanta and Birmingham. A stranger within the gates of Atlanta is first shown through Peter and Decatur streets, where the race is now progressing, then he is whisked out to the "intellectual center." to the University of Atlanta, Atlanta Baptist university, Clark university, Spellman seminary and Morris Brown college and then to Piedmont street, Ridge avenue, North boulevard and some of the other avenues where our people have beautiful homes. The exploiting of the first is to show the contrast between stationary and advancement; to prepare one for the unrolling before one's eyes the wonderful advancement we are making. Since the regrettable and hoped to be forgot, Atlanta riot, our progress has been accelerated by a better consideration on the part of the whites. The best whites, in no small degree, appear to be trying to wipe out that awful blot in Atlanta's record by according the race a fairer chance to make good. That it is making good is evidenced by the beautiful homes, the successful business enterprises, the high class professional men, and the crowded universities which make Atlanta the "Athens of America." The Odd Fellows' temple alone stands as a monument to race progress in Atlanta In no city in the country has the race such a magnificent building or such a revenue producing investment. Not content to stop here, the Odd Fellows here are preparing to erect a $50,000 auditorium adjoining, and make Auburn avenue and the vicinity the Negro business center of Atlanta. The money for this auditorium is in hand—$50,000 on deposit in the bank. Ben J. Davis, the most advertised, perhaps the most decried, and, paradoxically, one of the most useful men in this section, has done much to advance the race in Atlanta. Even those who disagree with him, even those who despise him, admit that he is a wonderful organizer, a wonderful producer of good for the race, and a man who has really done things in Atlanta. But Dr. Davis is not alone, for Henry A. Rucker, quiet and astute; Dr. William Penn, R. E. Pharro, Dr. T. H. Slater, Dr. Butler, Dr. Johnson, N. E. Perry, G. M. Howell, Dr. Dristkell, John Hernden. Contractor Hamilton and a number of others whom I could mention have helped largely, earnestly and enthusiastically to put Atlanta on the Negro commercial map and to force better consideration at the hands of the whites. And her ministers and those self sacrificing, high purposed, intellectually strong professors here in the educational institutions which make Atlanta famous have helped amazingly to purify the moral and religious atmosphere of the city. I made diligent inquiry as to the collective wealth of Negroes in Atlanta and to my astonishment discovered that it mounts up to $30,000,000. Wonderful evidence of progress! In Atlanta the Negro has been the pioneer in the insurance business, three large companies doing an enormous business. I visit to Atlanta immediately disputes that discouragement one contracts when he reads of the many restrictions that senatorial trinity of anti-rac sentiment are constantly planning for the race in the north as well as the TWO CLEVER PERFORMERS. Efficient Work of Misses King and Geo Worthy of Praise. By WHITTIER H. WRIGHT. Philadelphia.—In no other field have colored Americans with artistic aspirations found the road to success so hard as that leading to prominence upon the stage. As a rule, those who have selected the stage for their professional career have been given very little consideration by our writers and critics. It is true, however, that the profession has in the past merited severe criticism; but, like any other thrifty vocation, it has improved with time. There are many clever, honest and well deserving colored men and women following this profession. Conspicuous on the roll of those who are endeavoring daily to raise the standard of acts upon the stage may THE FASHION OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY MISS EFFIE KING AND MISS LOTTIE GEE be mentioned the Misses Effie King and Lottie Gee, the Ginger Girls, in a refined singing and dancing act. These talented young women have one of the best "sister" acts in vaudeville. Both have excellent voices and know how to use them. The act is beautifully costumed and staged with artistic taste. They are conscientious workers, and their services are constantly in demand. Miss King was born in Lima, O., and educated in the public and high schools of that city. She began her musical career in the A. M. E. church of that city, and later joined the Mitchell Sisters of Wilberforce university in the American Jubilee chorus. Miss King appeared with Williams and Walker for two years, and with the Smart Set company for two years, and later joined her present partner in vaudeville. There is no more ambitions student among the colored performers than Miss Lottie Gee. Her aim has been to please, as she has successfully done. To this end she has thoroughly prepared herself. Miss Gee is a native of Virginia. She, with Miss King, joined the American Jubilee company, Williams and Walker company and later entered vaudeville. These young women represent the better element of young colored performers on the American stage. Both own property, thus showing that their efforts have not been in vain. RACIAL QUESTIONS ARE AMONG MOST IMPORTANT. Colored Americans Taking Care of Own Problem, Says Dr. MacArthur. In an able address at the national convention of Baptist young people of America, which held its sessions at the Baptist temple, Brooklyn, for five days recently, the Rev. Dr. Robert Stuart MacArthur, who was for forty years or more pastor of the Calvary Baptist church in New York city, referring to the unjust discrimination and prejudice practiced against the colored people, made the following sweeping declaration: "The question of religion must be studied racially. Racial questions are among the most important considerations of the hour. We hear persons talk of the Negro question, but this is a question of minor importance. The Negro is an American. He speaks English. He is vastly more American than many of us who affect to be his superior. He is taking care of his own question in an interesting way. The serfs of Russia were liberated before Mr. Lincoln issued his emancipation proclamation. The Negro in America has made vastly greater strides in the acquisition of property, in the possession of education and in the development of Christian life than have the serfs of Russia. "The whole problem in America is finding its own solution. Perhaps the greatest danger we have today is with the ignorant white people rather than with the Negro. "There are enormously difficult racial questions in several states today, but they are largely questions affecting the white race rather than the Negro. "The Anglo-Saxon race is autocratic, proud and self opinionated. It is extremely hard to get on with it in many parts of the world. It treats not only the black race, but also the brown race, as if both races were greatly in- THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER COLLEGE MAN ON RACE PROGRESS SPEAKS AT BATES COLLEGE Well Known Educator of Dalton, Mo., Pays High Tribute to His Alma Mater and Declares That Colored Americans Are Not Discouraged, Noble Type of White Americans. In a recent address at Bates college Professor N. C. Bruce, a prominent educator of Dalton, Mo., and an alumnus of Bates college, gave a most interesting and instructive discourse on the struggles and achievements of the colored race in America since emancipation. Professor Bruce is a well known college man and deserves all the praise which has come to him for his unselfish labors in behalf of his race. Mr. Bruce first paid this high tribute to his alma mater: "Bates college recognizes men and manhood. Her doors, from the beginning back yonder in 1864, were opened to all who had a will, male and female, especially the worthy poor. God grant her the wisdom to fight it out forever on this line. Like Pentecost, where Persians, Medes, Greeks, barbarians, Parthians, Cretes, Jews, all were welcomed and were of one mind and purpose, never destroying each other's sunshine of racial purity, may she never even suffer her student bodies to close Bates' door of hope against any poor boy of any race." Continuing his speech, Professor Bruce said: In those sections we now possess $1,000,000,000 of property, have more than forty good colleges manned successfully by our own trained educators, 2,000 lawyers, 3,000 medical doctors, 35,000 teachers of 2,000,000 children in public schools, 300,000 farms owned by us, with 100,000 churches and with upward of sixty banks of our own and hundreds of various business establishments, and the story has hardly begun of what has been done, and yet we are just beginning to make real progress. How is it. I am often asked, that your people, several hundred, are in German, Italian and English colleges 12 PROFESSOR N. C. BRUCE. and universities, making equally high averages as the best white Americans, and that in our great American universities, when given a chance, they perform as well even in the most abstruse subjects as any of their white fellows? I invariably give one and the same answer to all, the Bates college answer, that "God is no respecter of persons." Your own Abraham Lincoln had less chance than most southern Negroes today, yet he excelled Harvard's Edward Everett at Gettysburg, and his name and fame today shine as a star of the first magnitude. Again I declare to you that my people are not discouraged. The God of nations is our God. He it is whom my people try to serve, who gives us grace sufficient to withstand every injustice aimed at us. But Bates college, especially the faculty and classes of the eighties and ninies, affords a better answer than my feeble words can give. For here there now is a type of great and noble hearted white Americans, who give every student equal and exact justice, Negroes are not all indolents, fools and menacers of race purity and race integrity. More than nine and three-fourths millions of us are proud of our God given color, satisfied with ourselves, are busy in our fields and at our work, trying always to produce a better citizenship and not thinking nor desiring to mongrelize America. The few score who give trouble are set down upon harder by these overwhelming hosts of us than by any of you or your southern cousins. And so sanity and reason are again reenthroning themselves in the minds and hearts of white Americans, and these, like Bates college fifty years ago, are now beginning to appreciate the oneness of humanity and are finding out that one man or race cannot degrade, enshave and withhold inable rights from their unfortunate brother of a darker knee without them selves suffering in equal proportion. Our governing classes are seeing that education and training will help ever cats and dogs and horses and that no imported Chinese, Jap, Slav, Tork or Greek can heat my hardy and cori burnt race in the cotton, corn, hay and HE WAS IN THE GAME. To Prove It He Showed Where the Other Side Made a Hit. Frank I. Cobb, chief editorial writer of the New York World, was a great baseball player while he was at college in Michigan. During vacations he accumulated strength and a little extra money by "working" in a lumber camp and playing catcher on the camp team. (The word "working" is put in quotation marks advised.) Young Cobb and his pitcher, Flanagan, formed a splendid battery, and all the players and their camp mates won their bets in games against rival camps with great regularity. The battery worked so well that on a certain dull Saturday they were hired at $10 each and expenses to play on the team of Svenson & Stefansson, a score of miles away. They had to pretend to be Swedes, of course, and they were down on the score card as Larsen, pitcher, and Olsen, catcher. At a dinner in Washington not long ago Mr. Cobb had the pleasure of meeting Senator Julius C. Burrows of Michigan and found him a delightful companion. Mr. Burrows seemed to find the dignified young editor very entertaining, too, especially when the talk turned to baseball, for Mr. Burrows was a "fan" in the superlative degree. "The boys in my lumber camp have a team," he declared, "that has never been beaten." "Didn't the team from Svenson & Stefansson's camp beat them some years ago, senator?" asked Mr. Cobb innocently. "No, sir!" cried Mr. Burrows, turning hot as if the battle were again going on before him. "No, sir! They didn't beat us. Confound 'em, they put in two ringers as a battery and were leading our boys by 7 to 4 in the eighth when we found out about it and ran 'em off the field and most of the way home. "The score was 7 to 3, wasn't it, Senator?" asked Cobb politely. "No-o-o-yes, I believe it was." Mr. Burrows admitted. "That's so; the impire didn't allow our fourth tally because the runner didn't touch second. But how did you know the score?" "I was there," said Mr. Cobb, turning the left side of his head toward Mr. Burrows. "See that scar? That's where they caught me with half a brick as I was going over the fence. I was Olsen." -Harper's Weekly. The Best Light. Treat a man with as much deference as you would a picture—look at him in the best light-Emerson. On one occasion when Paul Hamilton Hayne was visiting Samuel Minturn Peek at the latter's home in Tuscaloosa the two poets strolled into the woods and paused to rest beneath the shadows of the pines. "Here are your favorite pines, Hayne," said Peck. "Let's dream a few poems beneath them." The languid summer day had its effect upon them, and they were soon snoring and dreaming away. But suddenly both swoke and both started down the home road at top speed, shouting as they run. An army of yellow jackets had discovered them and, not being partial to poetry, had forcibly and feelingly resented its intrusion on their domain. Later, at supper, Peck asked: "Did you make a poem, Hayne?" "No," was the meek reply. "I made a poultice!" "So old I," said Peck. Their Message. The evening callers were chatting with their hosts when there came a patter of little feet along the hall. "Hush," whispered the hostess, raising her hand. "The children are coming with their good night message. It always gives me a feeling of reverence to hear them. They are so much nearer to heaven than we, and they G. RUSSEY THE MESSAGE CAME IN A SHRILL WHISPER. spoke from the fullness of their little hearts never so freely as when the dark bus come. Listen!" There was a moment's pause, and then the message came in a shrill whisper. "Mamma," it run. "Willie found a cockroach in the barhtub."—Ladies' Home Journal. He Loved Not the Massage. Mrs. Ponsouby, visiting Paris, is receiving her friends at a "little evening" and, thinking to have a pleasant change after talk, suggests to a guest, "and now, M. Dubois, shall we have a rubber?" "Ah, madame," said M. Dubois, with perfect politeness but pitiously, "a thousand thanks, male— To the Friends and Patrons of the late Alex. Hemsley, Funeral Director and Embalmer I wish to announce to the generous public that I have taken up the business of my late father and will endeavor to sustain the reputation he bore as an efficient undertaker and embalmer. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. I am, Respectfully yours SAMUEL T. HEMSLEY FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions Funerals from $75.00 Up Res, 1131 Argyle Ave. OFFICE: W. 578 BIDDLE ST. 'Phone Mt. Vernon 2578 Mrs. Joseph G. 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STROBRIDGE, President Home Office: Cor. Charles & Saratoga Sts., Balto., Md. The Leading Life Insurance Company in Maryland Life Insurance Policies issued on ages from 2 to 79 Premiums collected weekly from the homes of the insured Issues The Best Contracts The Old Reliable ...The Colored Sewing Machine Man... You have been meditating on the many places to buy a Singer machine, now as we are of one peo- ple, let us rest our minds as hundreds of others have in conscience. Call 1211 Druid Hill Avenue Phone Mad. M. 3778 You talk to over Ten Thousand Negroes in the State of Mar land when you advertise in the Afro-American Ledger C. & P: Phone, Madison 692 Formerly Manager for the late Alexander Hemsley Funeral Directors and Embalmer... 517 Robert Street Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite, courteous and expert attention guaranteed. Carriages to hire for all occasions. Open day and night. To the Friends and Past Alex. Hemsley, I wish to announce to the generous public business of my late father and will endure he bore as an efficient undertaker and elicite for all past favors and hoping for a conde Respectfully y SAMUEL T. H. FUNERAL DIRECTOR Coaches to hire for all occasions Res, 1131 Argyle Ave. OFFICE 'Phone Mt. Vernon Mrs. Joseph G. Locks, Jr., Press, Embalmer and Residence: 630 N. Carr Quick attendance. Court Carriages to hire for all occasion. FELIX B. P. 102 E. Mulberry St. FUNERAL DIRECTOR C. & P. PH No Branches. Not Connected. A reward will be offered for sons doing business under Felix B. Py Robert A. Baltimore's Leading 506 ROGER Expert Embalming, Courteous Attention Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages Both Phone. JOHN H. T. 142 W. HILL ST. THE UP-TO-DATE U Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and He can furnish you carriages for Funerals etc., from his own stables at the most remote come to see him, South 422 or South 396-Y. Mount Vernon 6138 THE BALTIMORE LIFE INSURANCE F. S. STROBRIDGE Home Office: Cor. Charles & Sall The Leading Life Insurance Co. Life Insurance Policies issued Premiums collected weekly from Issues The Best The Old Relief 图 or out, we will reason with you. so payments will suit you. Let us hear Repairing a specialty. Call 1211 Druid Phone Mad. M. 3778 You talk to over Ten Thousand Negro when you advertise in the A DR. HARVEY JOHNSON SEVENTY YEARS OLD Rev. Dr. Harvoy Johnson, Baltimore's veteran pastor and champion of the race, passed his seventieth milestone Monday. Few, if any, ministers in the country are as widely known and generally respected as is the man who has for nearly 41 years been pastor at Union Baptist Church. Born in Fauquier county, Va., August 4, 1843, he grew up like the average son of a slave parents. He was converted when a young man, and entered school at Alexandria, Va. In 1867, he entered the old Wayland Seminary in Washington. He was called to the pastorate of Union Baptist Church in 1872. With the assumption of his work here began the career that has made him one of the notable figures of the day. It was he who led the successful fight that resulted in the admission of colored lawyers to the State bar, helped to provide adequate school facilities for the race and in numberless other ways lent his aid to movements that meant for racial uplift. There has been no stronger advocate of the rights of the race than he, and many have been the C. K. Pastor of Union Baptist Church who is a strong race advocator. hard thrusts made by him at prejudicial conditions. He led the movement that resulted in colored Baptists, for the most part, seceding from connection with white Baptist bodies in Maryland, and doing their own work untrammeled. Dr. Johnson made a notable address at the session of the National Baptist. Convention at Boston in 1896, when he attacked the Northern Baptists for their alleged dominance of the work of colored Baptist as well their alleged minimizing of the efforts that colored Baptists themselves put forth for themselves. Dr. Johnson has never been politically active, yet has always spoken frankly to his people about the issues. Living a life that has been regarded as most exemplary, his opinions have been highly respected. When the Suffrage League was organized at Bethel Church nine years ago, the assemblage unanimously voted that he be made president. He declined, but the assemblage voted to keep him there. The enthusiasm for him was so great that his declination was not allowed to stand then. He resigned later, however. Dr. Johnson has fiercely attacked the attitude of the white man toward the colored people, and in his book, "The Nations from a New Point of View," makes an onslaught at the civilization of the whites. He is a firm believer in the theory that Texas should be purchased by the national government and sold to colored people who want to establish an independent government. This, he says, would relieve the prejudiced conditions now existing between the races in this country. He and his church have been most generous in aiding the cause of education and many of the younger men in the ministry have been aided by him in their efforts to obtain an education. The Clayton-Williams University stands as a monument to his unselfish efforts. A bitter critic of men and measures that he does not agree with, he has the highest respect of all. He has had clashes with persons of eminence, including the late President Harrison, whom he talked to about the lynching evil, and Booker SAVE YOUR HEALTH! When hosts of people use the same drinking vessel, time after time, those people are endangering their health. To be safe do not use the ordinary glass or tin cup furnished in lodge rooms and other public places Buy Individual Drinking Cups We have a proposition that will appeal to everyone who is anxious about his health and the health of others. Let us explain. Drop a card for information and samples to Afro=American Bldg., 628 N. Eutaw St. Baltimore, Md. T. Washington, whose views on the race question he does not share. His latest clash was with Rev. D. D. Turpeau, of the Anti-Saloon League, when the latter wanted the Colored Baptist State Convention to pass a resolution extolling the work of the league. In a vehement speech, Dr. Johnson declared that absolute prohibition, and not local option was the thing desired. It may be added that the resolution did not pass. The foregoing only briefly tells of the notable career of the man who holds the record for a continuous pastorate here. When It Comes To Corn And Cotton Contests —Always Wins Blue Ribbon Thomas Anderson, as anyone will readily agree who inspects his picture, would not stand much chance in a beauty contest, but when it comes to contesting for prizes on cotton and corn he is a sure winner and always carries off the blue ribbon. Some fifteen years ago Anderson attended the Bible School Department of Tuskegee Institute. One of the requirements of all the students in the Bible School is that they must work on the farm and thus acquire some knowledge of scientific agriculture. Anderson did not impress his teachers as being likely to startle the world with his preaching and his career after graduating proved that their impressions were correct. After graduating from the Bible School and trying his hand at preaching for a while, he decided that the "P. C." call for him meant "Plow Corn," and this he proceeded to do. About five miles from Tuskegee Institute the land was so poor that it was only with difficulty that a fuss could be raised upon it. The people who lived there hardly ever raised enough to eat and so the district came to be known as "Big Hungry." Some twelve years ago a number of Northern philanthropists decided to buy a tract of land and sell it off in small lots to Negroes. The land in "Big Hungry" was, of course, for sale, dirt cheap. Four thousand acres were purchased and offered in small lots to colored farmers. Every one said that the project would fail because only the farmers who had nothing could be induced to settle on the sandy hills. One of the farmers to locate there was Thomas Anderson. In his own words he had "nothing but a hard time, a good wife and two year old boy." His credit, however, was good and he bought forty acres of land on time. Within five years, by constant, patient toil and close economy he paid for the yorty acres of land, three good mules, three cows and $300 worth of farm implements. In one year with one mule, he raised more than $600 worth of farm products. In 1611 the state of Alabama offered prizes in every county in the state to any farmer white or black, who would raised the largest amount of corn on one acre of land. Anderson, although living on what THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER was considered some of the poorest land in his county, decided that he would enter the contest By raising 65 bushels of corn on one acre, he on the State's prize of $25. He also won a number of prizes at the county far. Altogether the cotton and corn that year brought him $55 in prize money In other years he has been equally successful. In fact, he has never lost a prize for which he has entered into competition. What Auderson has done on some of the poorest land in Macon county, Alabama, can be duplicated in every section of the South if the Negro farmers will use the improved methods of farming such as are taught by the Department of Agriculture of the Tuskegee Institute. Patapseo Park Camp Well Attended A large crowd was present all day last Sunday at the Patapsco Park Campmeeting, people coming from all sections of the surrounding country and quite a few from this city. Rev. Stephen Brown conducted lovefeast in the morning after which a sermon was preached by Rev. Wilbridge. Rev. W. H. Brown preached in the afternoon, and at 5 o'clock the choir of Eastern M. E. Church rendered a sacred concert. The park in which the camp is being held is one of the best in the section and it has every convenience for those who will attend. His Savage Retort. Ordinarily the members of the house are anxious to do anything in their power for their constituents and to be as polite as possible about it. But once in awhile the rule is broken. An office seeker was trying to persuade a southern member that as a hard working political lieutenant he should be rewarded with a piece of the government payroll. "There's no use in talking about it," exclaimed the congressman roughly. "You're not competent to fill these jobs up here." The constituent, insulted by the tone more than the matter of the remark, turned immediately to go out of the office. "Wait a minute," called the lawmaker, realizing that he had been impolite and reaching for a printed document on his desk. "Have you read my last speech?" Replied the job seeker, with beautiful contempt. "I hope I have."—Chicago Record-Herald. Weight! Tuberculosis! Are you losing weight? Do you feel worn out, tired and drooping? If so, have your lungs examined. A stitch in time saves nine. Use the famous reconstructive Tonic "STRENGTH & LIFE" which prevents Tuberculosis and checks all incipient cases if the direction is followed. Don't allow your existence to be shortened by Tuberculosis. It is preventable by the defensive process of building up. Dr. Campbell is Specialist in Tuberculosis Indigestion, Neurosis & Rheuma, tism. Has the least death rate of the physicians in Baltimore. He examines thoroughly and tells if case is beyond remedial aid. Call or write Dr. David Newton E. Campbell, 1369 N. Carey Street, Baltimore, Md. C. & I. Madison 2682 M. List of offers furnished on application. ADVERTISE TO THE LADIES ...EDUCATION... 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 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 Drudt 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., 8rd floor. FRIENDS ALL WANT IT. Mrs. D. B. Simmons of Silex, Ark, writes: "I tried one bottle of Ford's Hair Pomade and found it to be the best pre- paration 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. 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Washington, D. G. Delta Comb Price $1.50 Camp Cap For Heating. Shrivifying influences Straightening crimpy hair Evenient and Satisfactory. E OF IMITAT KES HAIR GRE 's Improved H 35 Cents Large Ja ossy. Stops falling temples. Not greas OF IMITATIONS. MES HAIR GROW Its Improved Hair Cream Cents Large Jars. Easy. Stops falling Hair. Try it for the samples. Not greasy—will not gum. Afro-American-Ledger Members National Negro Press Ass'n Published Every Saturday AT THE AFRO-AMERICAN BUILDING, 628 N. EUTAW ST. BY THE Afro-American Co. J. H. MURPHY, Manager. C. & P. Phone, Mt Vernon 2823 UP-TOWN OFFICE: 1320 Druid Hill Avenue. O & P. Phone, Madison 342. SUBSCRIPTION RATE 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 Tursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communication, in the office by noon on Wednesdays. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEDGER, 628 North Entaw Street, Baltimore, Md. Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO BALTIMORE, AUG. 9, 1913. THE PARAMOUNT ISSUE. Th question of being is the paramount issue with the Negro. There is no conceivable issue which can take the place of this fundamental issue. President Wilson has greatly helped us to get our bearings. Some of us were so unwise as to imagine that the time had come when colored men could safely divide their political strength in national elections. We do not believe that there can be found a sensible Negro voter in any of the Western or Northern States who now entertains the least doubt on this question. State and local politics we leave entirely out of the question. The withdrawal of the name of Adam E. Patterson, for Register of the Treasury, by the president, tells its own story, and is in striking contrast with the position of former President Roosevelt in the case of the late Dr. Crum when nominated for the Collectorship of Port of Charleston. The plain English of the situation is, should the National Democratic party have the opportunity it will not fail to repeal the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments to hte Constitution of the United States. This being done, each State will be permitted to grant the surffage to the Negro on such terms as it pleases. President Wilson is to be thanked for his early forecast of the defeat of the Democratic party in the next national election. He has forced an issue which is moral and fundamental to the core. The shortcomings of the Negro in the South or the matter of prudential policy in some way restricting literacy or incompetency, have absolutely nothing to do with the clear and transparent issue presented by the triumph of the Southern Bourbons. After the bloody conflict of 1865, and when the Amendments to the Constitution were proclaimed a part of our organic law, it was with the genuine purpose and belief of ensuring equal citizenship to all men, white or blackk whether they have been slaves or free born. The paramount issue then, is, shall the work wrought out by the late Civil War be uprooted and declared null and void. Here is an issue which appeals to the consciences of men. Here is an issue which means life and death to the republic. It is not a question of office holding. It is a simple question of being. If the Negro is a citizen in everycase that any other man is a citizen, then he has precisely the same rights and privileges as any other man. Then, he is no longer a ward, but a citizen and a man. Happily for us, all through the North and West we have a multitude of voters who can see clearly this paramount issue. This one act of President Wilson is the greatest "sobering" blow the race has received since Lee surrendered to Grant. It was simply a surrender. The Southern people were never conquered. The Bourbon meent along the has fought fost persistently and valiantly all these years to obtain by diplomacy what they lost by the sword. Seemingly, they are conquering. Their hand is high. But let it never be forgotten that the darkest hour is just before the break of day. The day is breaking, though it may be four years off. It is not to be believed that the people of this country will permit anything like a return to the old feudalic spirit which energised the South in days before the war. Only a very small proportion of the white men of that section shared in the government, the great body of people, poor whites, as well as blacks being practically disfranchised. The nullificaton of the Constitution with respect to the Negro is but ap relude to a still further nullification thereby the old feudalic Bourbon oligarchy will again be in the saddle. But, fortunately it is written on the wall, veriy, they shall not have their desire. Speaking almost, as it were, by inspiration, Lincoln said on a memorable occasion that this Nation could not remain half free and half slave, eventually, it would have to be one thing or the other. We have not the least doubt in the world but that the great majority of the American people believe in freedom and liberty to all. Preparation is half of the battle. Republicans and progressives now enjoy a season of preparation. And what they enjoy. Negroes, in particular, enjoy in a still greater degree. Let the Democratic party have plenty of rope; let them do what they please., and make it as hard as they can for us, yet let no man's heart fail him, for, only a little while, and the old mossback Bourbon Democracy with has pursued us lo these many years, ye shall see it no more, except it be the corpse as it lies dead on the seashore. Not so very long in the distant future, we shall all exclaim, "I will sing unto the Lord gloriously, for the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea." Afro-Americans go forward, hold your peace, for it is God that fighteth for you. The future historian, looking back to these days while the "South is in the saddle" will briefly but pathetically tell the story of its uprising and downfall, in these significant words: "When it lived, it lived in clover;but when it died, it died all over." PATTERSON---NAPIER---WHICH? Adam E. Patterson's name for Register of the United States Treasury has been withdrawn by President Wilson and at the request of Patterson. Patterson laid down before the combined assaults of the Southren Bourbons, and without a fight. His name had been placed in nomination, and there was nothing left for him to do as a man and a race leader to stand up and make the fight like a man, and if he went down to go down with colors flying in the face of the enemy. But instead he turns his back like a trait or and runs yelping like a whipped cur. Patterson was or is a Democrat, at least he purports to be; here was his chance to put his party on record. He lets President Wilson down without a struggle. It was up to Wison to make good his promises and if need be fight the thing to a finish like Roosevelt did with Crum. But a weakling was at the bat, to use a slang phrase and he was struck out without even making a pass at the ball. Look at Napier. Now here is a man for you. Rather than suffer humiliation himself or subject those under him to humiliation, he sends his letter of resignation and gives his reasons therefore. This was manly and every Negro in the country will applaud him for it. All hail to J.C. Napier, the man and the patriot. Rather than issue an order humiliating his race, he resigns his job and goes back to his home and his constituents with his head up and walkng on his feet like a man. How is it with Patterson? Let us honor Napier the man and detest Patterson as a coward that did not have the manhood to stand up, but crawls on his belly and whines like a whipped cur. DON'T GET EXCITED We do earnestly hope that our leaders will not get excited during these troublesome times THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER through which we are passing. We need to be calm. Every stroke Bourbon Democracy makes the more firmly does it drive the nails into its coffin. Its shameful action on the so-called ed Negro question not only helps to bring together Republican and Progressives, but it powerfully contributes to disrupt its own household. Northern Democrats liks the Governor of New York can not but be offended with such outrageous onslaughts on genuine democracy which is above the narrowness of race and creed. And with Republicans and Progressives once more united, and thousands of honest and true Democrats supporting a square deal as opposed to Southern tyranny, and with the Negro voter, as one man, through out the North and West, we shall bury so deep the old Bourbon Democracy that the trump of the archangel will hardly be able to awaken it on that great getting up morning. THREE VIEWS OF SEGREGATION The Baltimore Sun, insistent advocate of segregation and other race sepressive measures says another law should be passed to "protect the rights and property of whiter residents without injustice to colored." The Baltimore News sees "the shifting movement less of a desire to encroach upon and mix with the whites than of a laudable effort of a portion of the race to find better quarters for itself." It also asserts that if segregation comes "then with it it must come full recognition of the city's responsibility to provide an outlet for the ambitions of Negroes who wish to break away from overcrowded, insanitary conditions." The Afro-American Ledger is strongly opposed to any segregation law. It is dangerous to the rights of citizens and paves the way for other discriminations. The whites who have been the most ardent supporters of segregation have in no instance been active in plans for the uplift of the race. Good health, clean living, educational and economic advance for the Negro have been of no concern to them. Neither have they sought out the leaders of the colored people to bring about a cessation of the conditions that they allege. There has certainly been a shifting of the population of Baltimore within the past two decades and the whites have done the most of the shifting. The opening up of the northern suburbs, the introduction of rapid transit and the building of modern apartment houses have been responsible for whites whose means could afford moving to the newer sections. If one passes along Broadway, and East Baltimore street today he will not see merchants and manufacturers occupying the roomy houses there as years ago. These men and their families s have moved to the extreme northern and northwestern sections. Either families whose means are less occupy these houses, or they are given over to hordes of foreigners. In West Baltimore, which should be the garden spot of the city, the same prevails, and signs of "Flats for Rent or "Rooms for Rent" greet passersby. The same is true along Charles, Preston street, Linden avenue and contiguous streets south of North avenue. The colored people were in no degree responsible for the above named conditions The speculative builder, who build row upon row of houses with cheap and tawdry material and the lack of foresight or the legal inability of the city to compel owners of property in certain sections to have their houses built along uniform lines are also responsible for the shifting of the population. The colored people have no desire for social intermingling with the whites, and those whose intelligence and economic status make them seek better homes were only actuated by a desire to live in more moral neighborhoods and in sanitary surroundings. Fire At House Of Reformation Cheltenham, Md., August 5. During the severe electrical storm last Friday night, lightening set fire to the dry goods and clothing in the store room to the Colored House of Reformation. The fire was discovered early Saturday morning. A fire fighting brigade was formed out of the teachers and the inmates, and the flames confined to the storeroom. The efforts of the firefighters saved the handsome administration building. Mrs. Charles H. Johnson, of 519 Robert Street, left last Friday, for Niagara Falls, New York, where she will spend the summer, as the guest of her daughters, Misses Rosa and Mary Johnson. KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS IN ANNUAL SESSION Pythians of The E. And W. Hemisphere Make Good Showing Along All Lines Middletown, Del., August 7. The annual meeting of the Maryland Delaware Grand Lodge of Knight of Pythias, Eastern and Western Hemispheres, was held here last Wednesday and Thursday. The next session will be held at Goldborough, Del. Reports submitted during the session showed that there were advances along all lines. Formal welcome services were held on the opening day the speakers including Grand Chancellor 'Charles Horsey and Dr. Harlan Cuff. Following the transacting of routine business Thursday, the fifth degree was conferred upon a number of candidates by Solomon Tripp and A. B. Brown. A banquet and dance was given in honor of the grand officers and visiting delegates Thursday night. It was attended by over 700 persons, many coming in their own teams from the surrounding country. Music was furnished by P. of H. D. Brown's Royal Orchestra, of Wilmington. A. Augustus Prestwidge, of Baltimore and A. B. Brown, of Baltimore, were elected supreme representatives. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: William L. Butler, Jr., Thomas W. Stringer Lodge, Baltimore, grand chancellor; Crawford Gibbs, Unity Lodge Middletown, grand vice chancellor; Rev. O P. Dickerson, Union Lodge, Odessa, Del.; A. Fields, Frederick Douglass Lodge, Baltimore, grand master of exchequer; Lawrence Buckanan, Union Lodge, Goldsborough, Del., grand keeper of records and seal; Charles B. Matthews McKinley Lodge, Ridgely Md., grand master-at-arms; John H. Gibbs, McKinley Lodgely, Ridgely, Md., grand inner guard, and Samuel Gleaves, Merry Christmas Lodge, Galena, Md. grand outer guard. Class No. 6 Make Last Monday night the members of No. 6 Class of Waters A. M. E. Church and friends made a social call upon Mr. and Mrs. Thos. J. Hilard, Orleans and Spring streets. Mr. Hilbard is the leader of the class and Mrs. Hilbard is and has been for many years an active worker in Waters Church. Mr. Hilliard has been impaired in health for a number of weeks and has been unable to attend to his church duties. The visit was a complete surprise, so much so that when a purse was presented him as a token of appreciation from his friends he was so affected that he was unable to respond. Rev. Matthew, a member of the class, responded on behalf of Mr. Hilliard. Mrs. Cora Banks was mistress of ceremonies. The presentation speech was made by Mrs Mabel Manuel. Remarks complimentary to the services of Mr. and Mrs. Hilliard were made by Rev. A. L. Gaines the pastor; Mrs. M.E. Murphy, president of the Y. W. C. A., Mrs. A. S. Williams, of St. James P. E. Church; Mrs. M. Minor, of Sharp Street Church; Mrs. Lydia Burke, of Bcthel; Mr. W.H.Payne, of Ashury, and Mrs. M. C. Banton, Mr. Daniel Hopkins and Mr. John T. Only, of Waters. Mrs. Hilliard was called on and made appropriate remarks. The party was then served with refreshments by a committee representing the class. Preparing For Celebration Frederick, Md., August 8. Elaborate preparations are being made for Emancipation Celebration, which will be held at the Agricultural Park next Thursday. Warner T. McGuinn, of Baltimore will be the orator of the day, other speakers will include Revs. J. W. Townes, L. J. Valentine, John Porter and Jacob Newman, the latter of Hagerstown. ```markdown ``` The executive committee of the Patapsco Business League met Monday night to arrange for carrying a large delegation to the session of the National Negro Business League at Philadelphia week after next. It was decided to engage a special car if 2,500 more persons will make the trip. The Patapsco League is composed of farmers in and around Relay, Md, THROUGHOUT THE STATE OF MARYLAND News Happenings of Interest During the Week Gathered Here And There Special to the Afro-American Ledger) Reisterstown, Md., August 8.—The camp meeting being held under the auspices of the Reisterstown M. E. Circuit was very largely attended Sunday. The singing was conducted by the junior choir, Mrs. M. J. Carter, directress. Mrs. Mary Cassell entertained the cabinet officers of the Epworth League a few days ago. Miss Florence Brown, teacher at the Arbutus School spent three weeks as the guest of Rev. and Mrs. L. A. Carter. The fiftieth anniversary of Piney Grove M. E. Church was celebrated recently. The collection amounted to $79. Rev. L. A. Carter is pastor. Mrs. L. A. Carter has returned from a visit to friends and relatives in Oregon. Buckeystown Cullings Special to The Afro-American Ledger. Buckeystown, Md., August 7 Mr. Emanuel Brinage is spending the summer at Sarnia, Ont. Mr. John E. English, of Baltimore, is spending some time with Rev. and Mrs. W. A. English. Miss Laura Brinage has gone from the Cheyney Institute Summer School to Pittsburg to visit friends. The guessing party and auction sale was repeated by request. A large crowd was present to enjoy the fun. The prize was awarded to Mr. Page Chapman. Easton Jottings [Special] to The Afro-American Ledger Easton, Md., August 7.—Mr. William Johnson, of Baltimore, is here on business. He is stopping at the residence of Mrs. Masuria Parsons. Miss Pricilla Augusta, of Atlantic City, is visiting her uncle, Irvin Brooks, of 110 Vine street. A bucket drill was given at Bethel A.M.E. Church Tuesday last. Miss Hattie Tilghman has returned home from Pennsylvania. Mr. John Brooks, who had been suffering from an attack of paralysis for some time died Monday at the residence of his son 112 Vine street Miss Alice Harris was in town Monday on business. Mr. Timothy Thomas is visiting friends here. The White Sox defeated the Happy Roosters in a game of base ball last Thursday by a score of 14 to 4. Mrs. Lilla Gray is quite sick at her residence on Glenwood avenue. Rev. S. H. Cooper has returned home from Crisfield, Md. Mr. William Gibson, of Port street has returned from a trip to Crisfield. Mr. Simon Peck, of 111 Aurora street, fell out of the second story window of his home last week and dislocated two of his ribs. Mr. J. H. Richardson of Philadelphia, will make Easton his home in the future. Mr. John Turner, of Hammontown, is quite ill at his home. Mount Winans Briefs Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Mt. Winans, August 7—One of the most notable lawn fetes of the season, was given by the United Women of Maryland on Thursday evening of last week at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Russell of 20 Russel street. The program consisted of music, orations and recitations. Miss Cora Johnson was the recipient of the prize. The brilliancy of the affair and the manner in which it was conducted was highly commendable. Mr. Alexander Hopkins is confined to his home. Mrs. Minnie Price is convalescing. Snow Hill Jottings (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Snow Hill, Md., July 7.—Mrs. Annie Jones and daughter, Miss Corine Jones, who have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. William Jones, returned home to Philadelphia Sunday. Rev. J. W. Jewett made a short visit to Harrington, Del., and Milford, Del., Thursday and Friday. Mrs. Mary Houston, is quite sick at her daughter's Mrs. Kattie Hack, on Martin street. Miss Henrietta Boyer, has gone to Rehoboth for the summer. Miss Jeannette Wilson, is still on the sick list. Crisfield Notes Special in The Afro-American Ledger.) Crisfield, Md., August 7.—Mr. John Bayfield was called home to Cape Charles, Va., to attend the funeral of his ten month old daughter. Mrs. George Bailey has returned from Baltimore, where she attended the funeral of her brother. Miss Muriel B. Collins is confined to her bed with typhoid fever. Mr. Leon Collins sprained his ankle two weeks ago. Mrs. Ella Johnson is very ill. She is under the care of Dr. W. F. Hall. Mr. Thomas H. Cotman is under the care of Dr. W. J. Barkley. Mr. John H. Chatman has returned to Lewistown, Del., after spending a week home with his family. Mrs. Sophia Baggs, of Baltimore is visiting his daughter, Mrs. John Chatman. Mrs. Francis Young, of Parksley, Va., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Fosque, of South 4th street. C.F. LEAGUE CONVENTION Held In Shiloh Mission With Ap- propriate Exercises The 8th annual convention of the Baltimore Annual Conference branch of the Allen Christian Endeavor League was held at Shiloh A. M. E. Mission on July 25th and 26th. The welcome address was delivered by Mr. H. A. Wittington, of Trinity League. In responding Mr. G. W. Shade. of Metropolitan A.M. E. Church, Washington, emphasized the fact that this is the first time we have had a layman at the head of this great body; so our ability must be combined in order to help the State Superintendent, Mr. R. A. Tucker carry on this important work Reports of the Leagues were read by Miss Hattie Green, vice president of the Hagerstown District, and Miss Mamie Woolford, Easton District. They showed that the leagues were all progressing, but not to the extent they should, owing to the lack of encouragement from their respective pastors. The Convention endorsed the following resolution to be forwarded to Bishop Levi J. Coppin: Whereas: The A. C. E. League is so poorly attended and there seems to be a lack of interest, and Whereas: The assessments or records of said societies, when they report to the Convention are not paid, and we cannot expenses, unless we can collect assessments, and the non-payment of these assessments causes the work to wane, and Whereas: The ministers have deliberately and willfully ignored each annual convention of the A.C. E. L. Therefore be it Resolved: That the members comprising the said convention feel that they will never measure up the idignity of the standard of the A. M. E. Church while such conditions exist and that the Bishop be requested to urge that each minister do his full duty or report to the Annual Conference his reason or not doing so. A number of papers were read, giving helpful ways and means to foster the work. Among them were: "Our Interest in the A. C. E. Leagues," Miss Anna S. Payne, Washington; "An Appeal to Young Manhood" for Christian Service," Mr. William Butier, Allen League; "Efficiency Campaign, Mrs. A. E. Waddleton, National Junior Superintendent; "Financing the Leagues," Miss Arnetta Mills; "How We Might Improve District Work," Miss M. I. Throckmorton, Washington, and "How to Separate the Drink From the Individual," Rev. D. D. Turpeau. Dr. Turpeau said: "We cannot legislate against any one watig to drink that is the individual's aste, we can train up the boy and girl to refrain from anything that is detrimental to character. The Anti-Saloon League, the church in arction against the saloon, prevents any saloon operating within 500 feet of a church or school. The league believes in eliminating anything injurious to manhood therefore its duty is to prohibit the drink habit. Mrs. H. E. Frey, Junior Superintendent, spoke on junior work and its needs. The convention endorsed the plan to have a day called "Kittrell College Day," September 21st, soilciting $1.00 from each league, to rebuild Allen Building, totally destroyed by fire last April. The delegates elected for the Connectional Convention which will be held in Atlanta in 1914, are Mr. R. A. Tucker and Mrs. H. E. Frey. Among the visitors at the convention were Presiding Elders R. E. Ford and C. H. S epteau, Revs. P. J. Jordan, A. L. Gaines, D. D. Turpeau, Jonh Offer Custis, financial agent for Kittrell College; C. H. Green, and Rev. Joseph Gwynn; Mrs. Rosa Martin and Mrs. Mary F. Bond. Resolutions were passed thanking Revs. Joseph Gwynn and C. H. Green for their excellent service rendered throughout every session of the Convention and the good people of Shiloh Mission and community for their hospitality. The officers elected for the ensuing year are: Miss Hattie Green, vicepresident Hagerstown district; Miss M. I. Throckmorton, vice president Potomac district; Miss Mamie Woolford, vice president Easton district; Miss Mary Beale vice president Baltimore district; Mrs. H E. Frey, junior superintendent; Mr. William Butler, chairman Prayer Meeting Committee; Mr. H. A. Wittington, chairman lookout committee; Miss Maggie Jones, chairman social committee; Mrs. L. Bailey, chairman temperance committee; Mr. J. E. Neal, chairman Sunday School committee; Miss Annie L. Butler, chairman What-so-ever and reporter; Miss F. E. Gilbert, secretary; Miss Arnette Mills, assistant secretary; Miss Anna S. Payne, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Emma Johnson, treasury; Rev. C. H. Green, chorister; Mrs. A. M. Lucas, Librarian; Miss Minnie Luckly, ways and means, and R. A. Tucker, State superintendent. DEATHS AND FUNERALS After an illness of ninedays, Mrs. Minnie J. Grason, the wife of Ernest Grason, and the daughter of the late Rev. Levi and Ellen Jane Gilles entered sweetly into rest August 1, 1913 at her late residence 17 N. Bruce street, Baltimore, Md. She was a faithful member of Allen A.M.E. Chuch for thirty three years. Funeral services were held at the church Monday afternoon at one o'clock. Her funeral was very largely attended. Rev. P. J Jordan, officiated assisted by Rev. J. W. Norris, Martin, Knight, Scott, and Presiding elder Samuel Johnson. Interment was in Laurel Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, two sisters, Mrs. Amanda Boston, Mrs. Catherine Russell, two brothers, Levi and Charles Gilles and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. When the morning dawns in beauty Frighter will that beauty be Just because in all the radiance Mrs. Theresa Stewart, of 1009 Argyle avenue, has been appointed directress of the choir of St. Barnabas Catholic Church. Mrs. Stewart is an accomplished musician. For a number of years she was directress of the choir and organist of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. With impressive services, the cornerstone of the new Shiloh Baptist Church was laid last Sunday afternoon. A special sermon was preached by Rev. Dr. W. M. Alexander, pastor of Sharon Baptist Church. He said that there are 2,500,000 colored Baptists in the country and they were among the most progressive people in the country. Mr. John F. Crowner, accompanied by Mrs. May Thomas, Mrs. Martha Henson, Mr. John Spriggs Mr. Henry West, and Prof. Daniel Stewart, made a visit to Shady Side, A. A. county, Md., Sunday, August 3rd, at which time they rendered music for the Camp Meeting at Saint Matthews M. E. Church. Arranging Tournament The various play grounds are arranging to hold a tournament the latter part of this month. A playground has been opened at the Colored High School, with Mrs. Roberta Creditt and Miss Vivian Williams in charge. It is open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Baltimore. Md. Branch Offices—1116 W. Saratoga St. 1814 Orleans St. MRS' LUCY D. LOVING CH1ROPODIST AND MANICURIST announces to the public that she has moved from 917 Druid Hill avenue to 823 Druid Hill avenue. Thanking the public for past patronage, she also solicits their continued patronage. SPECIAL NOTICE We meet the demand that an excursion requires. The Allen Christian Endeavor League of Allen A. M. E. Church will go to Brown's Electric Grove, Thursday August 21. The Starlight will be beautifully decorated with our C. E. Flags. Sacred concert on the boat coming up the bay in the evening. Boat leaves Miller's Wharf 8.30 A. M. and 2.30 P. M. Fare round trip 25c. Refreshments for sale. Knights of Pythias Band. William Butler, president. Rev. P. J. Jordan, pastor. Address 1530 Druid Hill Avenue Have you seen MRS. MARIE FAULKNER who guarantees to make your hair grow. Have hundreds of references which can be given. One of the best Hair Creams known to Modern Chemistry. Come and Buy Your Clothing From Mme. Brown-Wade, 2145 pivision Street. Private dwelling Largest and cheapest clothing business London, Boltimo. in Northwest Baltimore. Ladies' dresses from $1.00 to $7.00. Separate coats, shirts and waists. One piece dresses from 25c. to $6.00. Men's separate coats 50c. Men, women and children's shoes from 25c. to $1.25 per pair. Evening and wedding gowns on hand. Oper from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Germania Electric ..PARK... FOR PICNICS All conveniences. Five-cts. car fare. Park to let, free of charge or for charter. C&P 5287Y Wm. Green, 1416 Orlean street. 11. Sunday Schools of Gillis and Tyson Churches. 12. Bethel A. M. E. Sunday School 13. Lincoln Post No. 7, 'G. A. R. and Woman's R. C. No. 13 14. Garretts Lodge No. G. U. O. Chaldeans 15. Women's Christian Social 19. Order of Jobs 20. A-C of People's Benefit Society 21. Gaines Circle, St. John A.M.E. Church 21. G. U. O. Chaldeans, No. 7 22. Ernest Purviance's Dance 26. Golden Rod Lodge 27. Oblate Sisters, friends of Orphans 28. Golden Crown Pleasure Club SEPTEMBER COME AND GO on the first Moonlight given by the Business Circle of West Baltimore, on Tuesday, August 19th, on the Steamer Starlight to Brown's Grove. Committee--Ella Bowie, Mable Caldwell Maggie Hall, Rosie Lawson, Etta Black well, Ella Cooper, Annie Lawson. Tickets: 25 cents IN MEMORIAM Brown-In loving remembrance of my mother, Sallie Brown, who died July 24th 1912. When we drift to eternity's shore. Will your dear eyes meet us in days that are past Will we see that dear beckening hand? O our hearts will be glad when we find you at last O'er the shore of that wonderful Land. One more year of paating. Yet one less to wait. Until the dawn shall brighten. And beeynd the Golden Gate. We shall meet to part no more. Matthias Brown. Scott—In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother, Martha E., who de part this life four years ago, August 4th 1909. Just four years ago we laid to rest And folded her hands upon her breast. In silence she suffered, in patience she bore Until God called her home to suffer no more. Through her sufferings she breathed not a murmur. For the Comforter stood by her side And said, "Fear not, I am with thee, And shall abide." Gone but not forgotten By her children. Scott—In sad and loving remembrance of our beloved father, George W., who departed this life six months ago, August 6. Gone but not forgotten. Cards of Thanks GRASON—We desire to thank the many friends for their kindness and floral designs during the illness and recent death of Mrs. Minnie J. Grason. Mr. George and Hattie Hill, of 1336 Argyle avenue wish to thank the many friends for their kindness during the illness of their dear mother, Mrs. James Johnson, who died July 23, and I also wish to thank friends for their kindness and floral designs. --- Mrs. Mary Sampson and daughters wish to thank their many friends for their kindness during the illness of her dear husband also appreciate sympathy and beautiful floral designs that were sent in the bereavement of her husband, William H. Sampson, who died July 31, 1913, 1011 Druid Hill avenue. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER ...Today, Saturday, Aug. 9th.... Steamer Starlight Under Supervision of Mr. Ernest Purviance. Steamer Leaves Five O'clock F. C. B. S. H. L. Grand Pythian Moonlight Excursion. TO BROWN'S GROVE, Steamer Starlight FRIDAY EVENING, AUGUST 15th, 1913 Under auspices of Pythian Temple Co. Music by Commonwealth Orchestra. Leaves Miller's Wharf at 8.30 P. M. sharp. FARE ROUND TRIP 25 CENTS Wm. I. Butler, Chairman Mrs. Jennie H. Ross, Sec v. Mrs. Katie Imes, Treas The Dance of the Season Highland Electric Park WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13, 1913 KERR'S ORCHESTRA And each Wednesday and Friday evening thereafter 15c. J. S. Johnson, Philip E. Gaines, Joseph B. Evans ADMISSION 25 CENTS Union Camp Meeting at the New Camp Ground A Great Religious Campaign Given Under the Auspices of HANDY MEMORIAL A. M. E. CHURCH And Quaker Bottom Circuit At CHERRY HEIGHTS, BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD. Located near the terminal of the Belair Road Electric Cars. Sunday August 3rd 2 p. m. Love Feast 4 p. m. Preaching by an Experience Revivalist, Subj. The Mission of Johnh The Baptist. 8 p. m. The Judgment Day Subject The Bed is shorter than a man can stretch himself on it; and the covering narrower than that he can wrap himself in Commencing Sunday August 3rd, 1913. and will continue until Augst 31, 1913 THE SCENERY——This place has the best scenery of any Snburban around the city of Palmtown, with natural beauty. AUGUST 10th — 4 p. m. Services by Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., and Trinity A. M. E. Church and Congregation. August 10th, 8 p. m. Rev. Richard Thompson AUGUST 17th — 8 p. m. Sermon by Rev. C. H. Stepteau, D. D., P. E., of Potomac District, Baltimore Annual Conference A. M. E. Church. August 17. 4 p. m. Free Day Spiritual Feast AUGUST 24th — 4 p. m. Preaching by Rev. R. W. Fickland, D. D. and Bethel A. M. E. Church Congregation 8 p. m. Rev. P. H. Green AUGUST 31st — 4 p. m. Sermon by Rev. L. S. Flagg, D: D. and St. John A. M. E. Church and congregation The situation is excellent, affording ample accommodation for shade. spring and well water, and electric lights. Five cents will bring you within five minutes walk to the desired spot. All city and Suburban electric cars in connection with Baltimore and Gray sts, will transfer you to Belair Road Cars. The pulpit will be supplied with able Devines and Evangelists. Religious bands are also invited. COMMITTEE AND OFFICERS OF HANDY CHURCH — George S. Taylor, Arthur Richardson, George W. Steward George W. Thomas, Arthur Pratt, Max H. Dorssey, John Offer Custis, Pastor. COMMITTEE AND OFFICERS OF QUAKER BOTTOM——James Johnson John Myers. Charles Smith, Romey Chesley, John Madden, S. T. Crawford, Pastor. Don't make mistakes any longer. Don't be bound hard and fast to the old family undertaker who hasn't half the facilities and none of the progressiveness of Daniel Easton. Inspect my window display and see what I give you. OPEN ALL NIGHT 'Phone Mt Vernon 5496-Day&Night We have the coolest, coziest spot in the City for a Camp. Where? In MacDonald's Park, in rear of Zion Church On Pennsylvania Avenue, near Dolphin Street SUNDAY, AUG. 10th—8 P. M., Special Services of King's Hill M. E. Church and and Pennsylvania Avenue, Zion Church. Sermon by Rev. Alfred Young, subject: "The Devil's Telephone Number." Special invitation to Longshoremen. Preaching and Prayer Meeting every night next week. You are welcomed. REV. ALFRED YOUNG AND REV. J. W. MacDONALD, Pastor. CAMP! Offering 5 Cents DANIEL EASTON GENERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBASSY WEST BIDDLE ST. stakes any longer. Don't be bound hard a er who hasn't half the facilities and none of easton. Inspect my window display and see NIGHT 'Phone Mt. Vernon 5496 the coolest, coziest spot in the City for MacDonald's Park, in rear of On Pennsylvania Avenue, near Dolphin Street G. 10th—8 P. M., Special Services of King's Hill Avenue Zion Church. Sermon by Rev. Alfred Y Number," Special invitation to Longshoremen Prayer Meeting every night next week. You AFFRED YOUNG AND REV. J. W. MacDONALD GOOD JOB PRINTING =AMERICAN O fro=American L 628 N. Eutaw Street CAMP! 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 Promised Land" Communion. 3. p. m. Sunday School. 8 p. m. Sermon at Zion A. M. E. Church, Pennsylvania Avenue, Village Camp. Monday Night—Tom Thumb's Wedding at King's Hill. J. F. Crowner Chorister, W C. Tongue, Supt. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH Sharp St. near Montgomery Rev. Ernest Lyon, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m. Rev. Ernest Lyon will preach a special sermon. It is errnestly desired that every male captain shall make his report on Sunday morning in order to prevent any confusion in the Fall Rally. The pastor expects every man to be at his post at 11 a. m. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Carey and Baker streets Rev. D. W. Shaw, Ph.B., D.D., Pastor 6 a. m. Class Meeting, Thomas Lane 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor Holy Communion 2 p. m. Sunday School, Mr. Henry Johnson, Superintendent 8 p. m. Song Service and Preaching. Please bring Gospel Message No. 3. ST. MATTHEW'S M. E. CHURCH E 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Jonn Pendleton. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. James Martin. Communion. Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt. St. Luke's Union A. M.E. Church THE HOMELIKE CHURCH Spring St. near McElidery Rev. Dr. G. Edward Brown, Pastor 515 North Caroline Street 9 a. m. Class Meeting. 11 a. m. Preaching by Rev. W. R. Thompson, P. E. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 3.30 p. m., Sermon to the classes by Rev. Acquilla Brooks. A number of classes have been invited. 5.30 p. m., League Service. 8 p. m. Sermon by Rav R. Thompson, P. E. If you want to feel a home come to St. Luke's. Quite a change now. Perkins Square Baptist Church George and Ogston Streets Rev. F. R. Williams, D. D., Pastor Sunday night, Aug 10th A Sacred Concert, 30 Voices, by the Rose Social Madam E. L. Bruce just returning from Oaklanda, Positively silver offering at the door. Seventh Day Adventist Church G. A. Rodgers Pastor Services every Sabbath, (Saturday) Sabbath School 10 a. m. Preaching 11.30 p. m. Sunday night, Aug 10th, at 8 p. m. Stereoptican sermon, Be'shazzars Feast All are invited Cool building Colored Young Women Christian Association 1200 Druid Hill Avenue You are invited to attend the Services on Sunday, August 10th, 1913 The services will be in charge of the King's Daughters Mrs. Bertha K. Hurst will speak on visit to Bermuda, and the recent Conference held there. Mrs. Eliza Lively will preside. Good Music. M. E. Murphy, President E. E. Bright, Secretary. Mrs. H. C. Smith, Gen'l Sec. Cresent Concert Orchestra Can furnish you music, Sacred or Secular—For Excursions, Picnics and all other occasions Pres. Waverly O. Thomas, 1116 N. Carrolton, Ave., Vice-president, Leroy M. Davage, 1014. E. Monument St. Cor. Sec. Thos. Francis. 1428 Druid Hill Ave. Business Manager, Clarence Bowman. 661 George Street. Director Ernest Ioban, 21 S. Schroder St." Drop a Postal. Prompt Attention Given to mail. Y. M. C. A Moonlight Excursion To BROWN'S GROVE Sat. Aug. 16th, 1913 ONE TRIP ONLY Boat leaves Miller's Wharf at 3:30 p.m Will sail down the Bay and return 10 p. m. Music by Kerr's Orchestra EVERYBODY IS GOING Fare : : 25 Cents An individual drinking cup is one of the greatest aids to health in the lodge rooms and other publicplaces. Write to 628 N. Eutaw St and get samples EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery street, bet. Charles and Hanover Rev. J. W. Norris, D. D. Pastor 11 a. m. Special Sermon by pastor. subject, "The Sea and Fire as Seen in a Metaphor." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School 8 p. m. Song and praise service. Charles Tolson, Superintendent WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D. Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street 11 a. m. sermon by Rev. H. L. Hertzfeld; D. D. 2.30 a.m. Sunday School 6.30 to 7.30 p. m. Vesper Services. Members and friends are showing appreciation for these services by increase- attendance. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH, Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor. The parents are requested to send their children to school and on time. 11 a. m. Sermon by Pastor. 2:30 p. m. Sunday School 7:30 p. m. Sermon by the pastor All are Welcome to our services T. J. Holliday Supt. PAYNE A. M. E. CHURCH Calhoun and Laurens Sts Rev. J. G. Martin, Pastor Residence: 1160 N. Calhoun St. Sunday, August 10th, 1913. 11 a. m., Preaching by pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 4 p. m., Preaching by Rev. Acquilla Brooks. 7.30 p. m. Preaching by the pastor Strangers are always welcome. Chas. E. Dorsev, Supt. James E. Nealy, Pres. A. E, L. ALLEN A. M. E. CHURC Lexington and Carlton St. Rev. P. J. Jordan, D.D. Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. We invite Parents and friends to this service. 8 p. m. Sermon H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. We welcome friends and visitors to these services BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Lanvale St. and Druid Hill Ave. The Pastor, R. Wm. Fickland D, D. 10:30 a. m. Bishop Wm. D. Chappell 2.30 p. m. Sunday School 3.30 p. m. Platform Service 7.20 p. m. Bishop Wm. D. Chappell GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Dolphin and Etting Sts Rev. W. E. Williams, D. D., Minister The Manse, 623 W. Lanvale St. Services: 11 a.m., Sermon by the Pastor, 12 3' p. m., Sunday School 8 p. m., Sermon by pastor. Mrs. Eulalia Reid Calloway, Directress Wm. Anderson, Supt. Camp Meetings PARADISE CAMP-MEETING Sunday, August, 10th, 1913 11 a. m., Sermon by stranger. 3 p. m., Sermon by Rev. D. D. Tur- neau. 8 p. m., Rev. C. H. Murray, of Grace A. M. E. Church, Catonsville. J. A. Briscoe, Pastor. CAMP MEETING Fairfield A. A. Co., Md. Herbert s Chapel, 8th Street August 3rd to August 31, 1913 A large tent, good seats, Gospel preaching and good, live music. "Ye old time service." Refreshments served All cars transfer to Curtis Bay car on Light Street. 5 cents car fare after 1 p. m. Get off at Stone House Cove, and take hack or auto to Fairfield. Fare 5 cents. Rev A. L. Carr, S. T. R. Rev. W. Edward Williams. D. D. Asbury Camp Meeting New Ashbury Grove Camp under the Aus- New Assbury Grove Camp under the Auxpices of the Reisterstown Circuit. Sunday at 11 a. m. Rev. D. W. Hays, District Superintendent will preach. 3 p. m. Rev. N. M. Carroll 7:30 p. m. Rev. C. D. Hughes, Saint Luke M. E. Church Choir will furnish music Mr. John Welsch, Director, Rev. A. L. Carter, Pastor Paradise Grove Camp SUNDAY, AUG. 10th, 1913, will be Mother's Registration Day. All mothers having children from 12 years and under will give their names and the number of children they have for the purpose of helping the Child's Day Nursery and the Fresh Air Fund. The 17th of August is set apart to help these two institutions. Let us all help these little children for they are to take our place. Greater work shall they do than we have done, and as we help them they will help others. The collection on that day, August 17th, will be divided between Mrs. C. Andorson and Miss Ida Cummings. Patapsco Park Camp Meeting Under auspices of Eastern M. E. Church Sunday, 10th, Dr. Lyon will speak at the Patapsco Camp Meeting at the afternoon service 10 a. m. Love Feast by Rev. Frank Tascade 11 a. m. Setmon by Rev. Brickhouse 10 a. m. Platform Service by city pastors 5 p. m. Sacred Concert. Solos by Dr. Wilbridge, Mrs. S. H. Brown, Miss Josie Wilson and choir The Annapolis Short Line will run special cars from Camden Station, 10 a. m., 1 p. m., and 7 p. m. and returning 2,40 4,40 7,40 and 10,40 p. m. For comfort take the special cars S. R. Hughes, Pastor Round Trip 25 cents, including admission to the camp ground HAMPTON INSTITUTE A THRIVING SCHOOL It Is A City Within Itself And Has Many Features Not Known To Other Institutions [Special to the Afro-American Ledger.] Hampton, Va., August 7—We have been at Hampton Institute for a while, and find it a city within itself, where thrift, industry and frugality are the motors which furnish the power that keeps the Institute on the forward march. As is well known, the leading spirit of the institution is the renowned Dr. Hollis B. Frizzell, a man of wide experience and culture, whose interests are centered around those of our race. In his efforts he has the assistance of quite 200 teachers of both races, each of whom is a master workman in his or her profession. Prominent among these we might mention Mr. Frank K. Rodgers, treasurer; Wm. H. Scoville, secretary; Major R. R. Moton, commandant, who is so ably seconded by Captain Allen Washington and George W. Blount, director of trade school. At present, there are 300 students on the grounds, which we are told represents about one third of the actual enrollment during the school term. And yet, the sounds which emanate from the forge, machine shop, carpentry and wagon shops and the scores of other branches of industry are sufficient to make one alive to the fact that this small number of students are workmen of no mean calibre. We have been told that there is no State in the Union, no country on either side of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans where some product of this institution has not been sent. Especially is this true of Trades Department. Peoples from all parts of the world have been to and through the institute and situation has made it possible for the world-wide reputation of this school. Nor does the activity of the school end here, for there is the athletic department under the energetic and efficient supervision of Mr. Charles H. Williams, graduate of Hampton, 1909; the Y.M.C.A., of which Mr. Sol. D. Spady, is the retiring president and James Scott, supervisor; the Christian Endeavor, controlled entirely by young girls, supervised by the lady teachers. It was our pleasure to extend an invitation to visit the building of the People's Building and Loan Association, and attend a meeting of its board of directors. The association is owned and controlled entirely by Negroes, prominent among whom are: J. M. Phillips, the president, who is the owner of an oyster sloop and one of the leading oyster dealers in Hampton; Jesse W. Williams, proprietor of a tailoring establishment; Alex Henderson, an expert caulker; Chares H. Jones, undertaker; J. Edward Smith, shoemaker; Thos. A. Bolling and F. D. Wheelock, mail carriers; F. D. Barks, D. A. Davis and Hamlin Nelson, book keepers; Thos. J. Howard, in charge of the meat department; E. H. Spennis, instructor in wood turning, and George J. Davis, assistant farmer, all of Hampton Institute and Henry Armistead, oysterman. These men by strict application to business have built up an institution of which the race might well be proud. Starting 24. years ago with a handfull of men and a few dollars they began the accumulation of a fund for which they could enable its stockholders furnish loans for the erection of buildings or purchase of real estate. How well they have succeeded can be attested by the following financial statement for the past twelve months: Total receipts $59,395.23 Total loans 31,288.66 Total dividends earned 12,458.67 Total paid over 7,000.00 The roll of stockholders number 707 and since its organization the association has helped more than 400 members to buy land or build houses. The bond issue of those who handle the association aggregates $10,060. At the meeting which we attended Secretary Barrett announced that the receipts for the past two weeks amounted to over $10,000. The modest manner in which the Secretary referred to the success of the institution was quite surprising. From the beginning Mr. Barrett has been the leading spirit, and, being an expert accountant, the affairs under his guidance have always been kept just and true. He draws, as one of the members quoted it, "the mere sum of $75,00 per month for his services, and we hope to pay him more, for we love him dearly and his honest methods during these many years deserve it. Bay Shore Hotel Company, is the name of another Negro organization which has been in existence for the past 15 years. From humble beginnings this company, after seasons of adversity has at last reached the place where it is a paying investment. With $11,000 capital stock paid up, the directors are planning new and up-to-date improvements each year. The hotel is about 400x150 feet; the main dining room will accommodate 250 guests, and the lunch room about 14 persons; a dance hall in which 200 couples may trip the fantastic toe with ease and comfort; large pool parlor, and cafe; and 35 rooms ensuite, and single, hot and cold and salt water baths attached. A large pier extends from the hotel proper out into the bay about 250 feet, when one may watch the bathers sport about in the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. A veranda for the exclusive use of the hotel's guests on the second story faces directly on the beach the entire width of the hotel. The success of the hotel company, has in a large measure been due to the integrity and dogged persistence of Mr. F. D. Banks president of Board of Directors. On more than one occasion when success seemed well nigh impossible and others were willing to give up and sell out, Mr. Banks stoutly refused to yield ever holding out words of encouragement and appealing for patience. His waiting was not in vain. Mr. John Robinson, the capable, polite and hustling manager, is in charge of the hotel proper, and declares that the improvements to be made as soon as the present season is over, will enable him to make Bay Shore Hotel one of the finest for colored people any where in the Union. Mrs. Mattie Robinson, the manager's wife is ably assisting her husband in managing the affairs of the hotel. MEN IN BIG JOBS LIKE TO HOLD ON MEN IN BIG JOBS LIKE TO HOLD ON Colonel Midnight Finds This True About Men In Fraternal Orders Litte Rock, Ark.—I am not where I was when I wrote to you last week, and I will not be in this place when you read my letter, but I will be on my way to Mobile, and hope to get several letters while three at 357 S. Scott street. Last week was full of good things for me, and don't mind tell- ing you about them if you are willing to take the time and listen to me. I think I was in some other place when I took my pen in hand to write a letter. But I do know that I was in some town in Arkansas and I am now in another one. I attended the session of the Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias and things were lively there. I shall never forget the good things I had the pleasure of seeing in the town, and think that I shall neve, have time to forget them. You see at this time there is a deal of unrest in these big organizations, because there are so many worthy men who would like to have the pleasure of making a part of the history of them, but when a fellow gets in a big fat office, he wants to remain there until the Lord calls him to higher things. This is the case with the Grand Chancellor of Arkansas, although he would like to have the position of Supreme Chancellor. If he should get it it would be like a boy five years old trying to wear his father's coat, pants and shirt. The position would fit Prof. Henry Avant just about as well and I do not hesitate in saying this. He has been Grand Chancellor for five years or more, and so far as I am concerned he can continue to hold down that very same position, and I would not put a thing in his way. He is a man who is too small to treat visitors right, and that's all I can say about him now. Frank A. Young was an aspirant for the position, and he is a worthy man, but he could not get enough men to see his real worth to the order, hence he was defeated, and he will be prepared to take up something else. Young is one of the best bookkeepers. I have ever met, and I don't mean by that that he borrows your books and never returns them but he is a writer in books, so that you may turn to the books and tell what has been going on. He is a man of system. I had the pleasure of meeting some good men there. Supreme Chancellor S. W. Green was on hand, and he delivered an able address during the session. He is a good man, and has done good work for the order. It will not be long before he will be in Baltimore having his work reviewed and I will be there too. I am going to have a few things to say about him. I want to hear his report. He will take care of himself, I am sure. Bishop J. M. Conner was there as was M. W. Gibbs and many others whom I shall not mention because I want to talk about Little Rock. I am in Little Rock, and I am stopping at the home of Bishop Conner, who is in Mississippi looking after his work Dr. W. T. Vernon, of Jackson, Miss., president of Campbell College, is also here with his wife, and we are having a fine time. They are helping to entertain me, and make me enjoy my stay here. I am here attending the National Association of Teachers in Colored Schools, and believe me upon my word that it is one of the greatest meetings I have ever attended since I have been in this world. Reaching the First Baptist Church, of which the Rev. Dr. M. P. Robinson is pastor, I met many educators, and they all shook my hands. Prof. J. S. Jones, of Alexandria, La., said that he had known my private secretary for a number of years, and he was delighted to know that I was coming to see the educators. Then Prof. N. B. Young, of Florida; Prof. J. B. Dudley of North Carolina; Prof. W. T. B. Williams, of Virginia, and many others shook hands with me. Prof. M. W. Dogan is president of the Association, and he assured me that I was welcome. It was wonderful to see how those educatedmen made me feel at home with them, until I am inclined to believe that I must be some pumpkin myself. Prof. Dogan is one of the strongest men of our race in this country, and he is making a good college president as well as a good president of the Association. Now I tell you those men did something in the way of talking. They talked about things I had never heard of before, but I just looked wise and shook my head as if I understood all they were saying. I did not get to sleep, but kent my eyes open. I had the pleasure of shaking hands with Prof. R. S. Lovinggood, of Austin, who is president of the college I have told you about so often Samuel Huston and he is just a good college man. He delivered a good talk. Prof. W. H. Burnett, of Terrell, Texas is a practical man, and to my way of thinking is one of the best school men of our race. He has been at the head of the high school there for number of years and can remain as many more. The Little Rock people were about to get together and give the vistors a street car ride, but everything else fell down. They did not have the banquet and some other things they had planned, because they were not together, and when you divide a people you need not expect much real work from them. But I am not going to air the troubles of Little Rock. I shook hands with Major R. R. Wright and found him to be a hard worker. Then I met Mr Richardson, from Tuskegee, Institute. He is going to send something to the paper about the meeting so I will now have my say about it this week. Now I am going to Mobile, and from Mobile, I will go to Philadelphia to see the National Negro Business League at work. I am going to be through this meeting, and think that I will get there in time for the other big meeting, known as the "Press." R. W. Thompson is president, and he has invited me to be there. He is a good writer. I am going to meet Editor C. J. Perry there of the Tribune. Mr. Perry has a fine newspaper office, and what is more he owns the building where he is located. He is one of the old editors of the country, and I am glad that I know him. He is a broad man also. I am going to be there because I am going to get to see something I have never seen before, and that is Mr. John Wannamaker is going to entertain me. That he is going to have the League at his place, and I am going to be one of the members of the League. I will be there, and will have my say. OLIVER J. CAULK ..House Painter.. ...And Paper Hanger.. 2143 Druid Hill Avenue. House Painting, Glazing, Graining, Enameling Floors Stained-Varnished or Waxed. Leaky RoofsCemented and Painted. Farm and Garden It Has Given Good Results In Sheltering College Hens. This shed roof colony house, designed by the Massachusetts Agricultural college, has its wall made of commercial roofing without boards. It is boarded up eighteen inches around the bottom to give stability to the frame and also, to form a scratching base so that the paper will not be worn through near the floor. In building this house the frame was put together, then boarded up eighteen inches around the bottom and seven-eighths inch strips nailed on the outside of the studding from the boarding at the bottom to the top in order to bring the studding out even with the boards. Two inch mesh wire was then Photograph by Massachusetts Agricultural college. SHED BOOF COLONY HOUSE stretched over the studs, and over the wire was nalled the commercial roofing. The wire was used to give stiffness to the roofing. The frame for the base or floor is made of 2 by 4's. These are fastened to the runners by lag screws. Inch mesh wire is stretched over the opening in front. A canvas screen is hinged at the top and lowered in very stormy weather or on extremely cold nights. This building was used during the winter for a pen of Silver Penciled Wyandottes. There were no frozen combs, and the egg production was good. They were placed in this house, about the 1st of February. Stripes and braces, 7 by 2'3s 10 feet long; 8 by 3's 12 feet long. Rafters, 4 by 2'3s 9 feet long. Sills and joists, 2 by 2'4s 8 feet long; 5 2 by 4's 6 feet long. Runners, 2 by 4's 10 feet long (chest- nut). Floor, 180 feet matched stuff. Roof, 2 rolls commercial roofing. 50 running feet of ½ inch by 2 inch strip. 15 board feet for door. 120 square feet 2 inch mesh wire. 12 square feet 1 inch mesh wire. 13-1 yards of muslin. 2 hinges. 1 latch. 4 lag screws. Nails. Estimated cost where good lumber and material are used (without labor), $13.50. ORCHARDS MEAN HOMES. It is a fact not generally conceded that those who have good orchards seldom desire to sell their farms. A good orchard is significant of a good home, and as a rule a good home is not for sale. Why not plant an orchard and make the home more attractive?—Farm and Ranch. The Value of Leaves. Leaves are nature's own fertilizer, and the wonderful richness of forests and newly cleared land is due to the amount of decayed leaves and vegetable matter in the soil. This is humus, and every farmer ought to know the value of humus in the soil. They Clean Up Fields. Your pastures may be poor, the hill-sides may be cut by numerous gullies, and the place may be overrun by wild vines and tough shrubs, but a flock of sheep will make it as clean as though swept by a broom within a couple of years. · HONEY AND WAX. The excessive rearing of broods at the wrong season or increase in the number of colonies greatly reduces the surplus honey crop by consumption. Instead of fussing with the bees the beekeeper had better devote his time to getting things in shape for the coming season—putting his s and sections together, for instance, and thus have all things in readiness for the rush in June. It is a mistaken economy to use little strips of foundation in either the section boxes or the brood frames, for, while the full sheets will cost a little more, yet the compensating advantages of the full sheets will more than pay for the added cost in straighter and better combs. There are three principal broil diseases. Two of these—American foul brood and European foul brood—are known to be infectious. From these two diseases there must be differentiated the third one, an apparently noninfectious disorder, the so called "pickled brood." Larvae dead of this latter disease are practically free from microorganisms. The exciting cause of this disorder is not yet known. Many took advantage of our wonderful sales. If you require two pair of glasses, why bother with them? Have them in one pair, and perfect vision either way. Thousands of satisfied patrons attest to our ability to give your eyes the best attention. The wonderful Double Vision Glasses. No line no segments. Just one solid pair of lenses. Specially ground; invisible. They look like ordinary glasses, but perfect vision either way. Let us show you the advantages. Most stores charge $8 to $15. $5.00 You can get them only here for BUSINESS DIRECTORY Frank J. Randall BAGGAGE EXPRESS 551 Laurens Street Near Pennsylvania Avenue FITZHUGH HALL—Merchant Tailor. 402 Druid Hill avenue Dyeing, Cleaning, Altering, Pressing Ladies and Gents Suits made to orde. Goods called for and Delivered Mt Vernon 2814 NIXON BROS. MERCHANT TAILORS Dyeing, Cleaning, Pressing, Repairing Suits and Overcoats made to order 1302 Pennsylvania Ave. Madison 8732M Work called for Madison 7778 M When you want a first class Sewing Machine you think of BUTLER The Sewing Machine Man 1211 DRUID HILL AVE. Mt. Vernon 1789 G. B. MADDOX PRINTER 911 Druid Hill Avenua WE HAVE IT Madison 4125-2785 TERRELL & McNEILL PHARMACISTS "Different from the rest." Cor. Carey and Presstman Streets H. L. JOHNSON'S Baggage Express 544 Lanvale St. nr. Penna Ave. Res. 1526 Druid Hill Ave. near McMechen Street Green's Prescription Pharmacy, Cor. Carey and Winchester Sts. Prescriptions filled at moderate prices. Cigars, Tobaccos, Sodas, Sundaes. A Full Line of Patent Medicines. Phone, Madison 197 M JACOB G. BECKETT 2231 DRUID HILL AVENUE Furniture and Pianos Carefully Removed in City or Country WM. A. JANIE'S CLEANING AND PRESSING ESTABLISHMENT 534 W. Biddle Street Cheapest rates. Work call for and delivered. L. H. DAVENPORT New and Second Hand FURNITURE, CARPETS, Etc. 1006 Pennsylvania Ave. Pennsylvania Ave. cor George St Everything in Flowers THOS. P. KELSON BAGGAGE EXPRESS 1510 Presstman St. 628 N. Eutaw St Madison 4102 M Quick and Efficient Service Brown, Gross and Howard Dealers in Soda Water and Confectioneries. Lowneys and Hershey's Chocolates a specialty. All fresh stock. In the Palm Garden of DALY'S AERDROME III5 Penna Av. W. B. HARRIS 1362 North Stricker Street ...GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS.... On Sale. Fine Full Stock. Call or Phone Orders Taken. Madison 4690 M. BIFOCAL WM. SYDNOR Plastering Cementing, Bricklaying, Roof Painting and Paper Hanging 1532 LESLIE STREET J. R. Askew, the Hair Cutting King, is now located with Basil Lowery, 746 Pennsylvania Ave. near Biddle St. He will be glad to receive the patrenage of his many friends. C. & P. Phone 4614 M, Mt. Vernon. SANITARY BARBER SHOP Everything Sanitary from Drinking Cups Up. WM. JOHNSON & SON 544 W. LANVALE STREET Cigars and Tobacons of all Kinds DR. B. F. BROWNE, JR. SURGEON DENTIST 1389 North Carey Street next to Terrell and McNeill Pharmacy Office Hours—9 a. m. to 8 p. m. daily Sunday by appointment. Phons, Madison 4125—2785 GEO. F. BLACKISTONE 1315 PENNA AVENUE Shoe Repairing While You Wait My work has no equal. My Prices can't be beat Work called for ahd delivered ALLEN J. JONES 1339 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE FIRST CLASS RESTAURANT Meals at all hours. Transient Board- ing and Lodging Soda Water & Ice Cream. Mad. 8618 WM. H. LAYTON EXPRESS FOR HIRE 606 LANVALE STREET Baggage called for and delivered to all parts of City and R.R. Depots Telephone Madisou 8732 Y 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 9 p. m. 420 DRUID HILL AVENUE Baltimore, Md. Phone Character is the Best Capital WM. R. PARKER Real Estate Broker and Investor Property bought and sold on easy terms 917 Druid Hill Avenue Mr. and Mrs. William H. Gipson Formerly of 310 S. Sharp St. has opened a Grocery Store at 2008 Etting St., near Presstman, with a fine stock on hand at moderate prices. Pioneers in the field ofBusiness They Advertise Wake Up, You ALS Far and Near $1 Pair of Glass of our wonderful sales. If you uses, why bother with them? and perfect vision either way. Electrons attest to our ability to attention. JUST LIKE THIS NOT LIKE THIS Double Vision Glasses. No line-- solid pair of lenses. Specially look like ordinary glasses, but Let us show you the advan- gage $8 to $15. $5.00 only here for te Optical Co. Daw Street 309 Side as Brager's ed from the Pieces While You Wait. Central Organization Among Baptists Entertains Host of Delegates and Visitors at Annual Convention In Union Baptist Church-A. S. Kingsley Makes Masterly Address. Orange, N. J.—The New Jersey Baptist state Sunday school convention held its annual meeting at the Union Baptist church here for two days the last week in July. Rev. Dr. W. P. Lawrence, pastor of the Union church and president of the convention, presided. The various schools were well represented by delegates, and all of the sessions were well attended. The annual sermon was preached by the Rev. Dr. William M. Moss, pastor of the Concord Baptist church in Brooklyn. The sermon was instructive and abounded in helpful suggestions and illustrations. Well prepared papers on various phases of Sunday school work were read by Miss Bella Perry, Miss Hattie McKee, Miss Effie Ivay, Mrs. Rosa Polk, Mrs. John Hearn and Miss Nellie P. Schienck, who conducted the feature known as the "Literary Hour." The cause of Baptist institutions was presented in a forceful address delivered by the Rev. Dr. H. H. Mitchell. Among the stranger visitors who took part in the exercises were Messrs. A. S. Phillips of South America and D. G. Fisher of South Africa, who are students at the Virginia Theological seminary and college, Lynchburg, Va. The conference held for the benefit of the teachers in the different grades of the school proved very helpful. Music was furnished by a number of young woman who rendered inspiring vocal and instrumental selections. Rev. Page M. Beverly, Mr. and W. W. P. Burrell, Rev. D. W. Cannon, R. L. Burrell and Rev. J. E. Briggs were among the leading spirits. The address of Mr. A. S. Kingsley, a white business man of South Orange, and a good friend of our people, was the crowning feature of the closing session of the convention. Mr. Kingsley has done much to aid in religious and social settlement work among the colored people of his section. He has given liberally of his means and has also been instrumental in interesting other white persons who have assisted through Mr. Kingsley the church which he has given much of his time, labor and influence. He is an educator and a man of liberal views and he does not harbor race prejudice. The greetings of the New England Baptist Sunday school and B. Y. P. U. convention were given by N. Barnett Dodson, president of that body. Dr. Lawrence's annual address was timely and created enthusiasm among the delegates. He in part said: We are living in a new age. Secular history tells us of the age of stone and iron. Modern scholars still refer with pride to the golden age of art, science, literature and philosophy, and the pages of history are constantly calling attention to the unspeakable happenings of the dark ages. In sacred history we have the patriarchal age, the prophetic age, the ages of the judges and kings, the post-tolic age, the age of information, etc. But this is the age upon the ages; it is unfortunate of atrism, of brotherhood, human unilf and social justice, of good will and fair play, and this is pre-eminently the age of babyhood, girlhood and boyhood. Never before in the history of the world has so much attention been given to the life, growth and symmetrical development of the child, the boy and the girl, as in the present generation. He is the object of the study of the biologist. The sociologist and the modern psychologist are walking among the flowers that bloom in this garden of God. Pedagogues have well high revolutionized the old educational systems in order to meet the needs of this new and greatest of all ages. It is generally conceded that the state is alive to the needs of the hour at least along the lines of the secular education of her children. The question naturally arises, "Has the church and the home awakened to the exigencies of the hour?" While profoundly grateful to God for all the good that has been done, I pause to place a murrel upon the brow of the consecrated men and women who have wrought so nobly and unselfishly to our Bible schools what under God they are today. I go further and go out to you city of the dead and place a wreath upon the graves of those immortal heroes and heroes the cross who have fought a good fight and finished their courses we kept the faith, etc. Yonder they see a cloud of witnesses. I can hear their voices saying to us: "Quit you like man; be strong." There is room for improvement in our Bible school. One of the great needs of the hour is trained teachers. It is to be regretted that so many of the best trained men and women from an intellectual point of view are unwilling to consecrate their talent to this all important God ordained work. In the south and in some of the eastern and western sections of our country the public school teachers, business and professional men and women are leading in Bible school work. As the harvest is so great and the laborers are so few, let us pray the Lord of the harvest to send more laborers into his harvest. Convention of Galilean Fishermen. The annual session of the National Grand Taubureau of Galilean Fishermen, held for four days in Baltimore, beginning Tuesday, Aug. 5, was largely attended. The reports from the various subordinate lodges showed that the past year had been one of achievement in members and finance. Charles E. S. Holmes of New York city, national grand ruler, presided. WILSON APPOINTS PATTERSON Northern Daily Thinks Number of Colored Democrats Will Increase. Under the caption "Recognizing Negro Democrats" the Brooklyn Daily Standard Union says editorially concerning President Wilson's appointment of Attorney Adam E. Patterson of Muskogee, Okla., to be register of the United States treasury at Washington: "Since the years following close on the reconstruction period, when the name of Blanche K. Bruce, a former senator from Mississippi, appeared as register of the treasury on our greenbacks, the position has been a sort of prescriptive right of the Negroes loyal to the party in power, whether Democratic or Republican. "President Wilson follows custom in naming Adam E. Patterson, leader of the Democratic Negroes of Oklahoma, as register. It is likely that there will be no hitch about the confirmation of Patterson. Custom is a binding force in Washington. "It is fair to say that, without exception, the Negroes who have filled this place have been faithful, hardworking officials and have justified their selection. White men might have done as well, but could not have done better. "The number of Negro Democrats in the United States, north as well as south, is likely to grow immensely before the Wilson administration is over. That will be a particularly wholesome thing for the race as a whole. "Thinking Negroes have long regretted the substantial solidarity of the colored vote for Republicanism. They know that the hope of the Afro-American lies in voting, as do other citizens, on principles at issue in a given election." What say we see these assertions, brethren of the Afro-American press? HOLCOMBE DEFENDS HOME AGAINST WHITE INTRUDERS Bolicitor Jackson Renders Fair Decision In Port Tampa Holdup Episode. Tampa, Fla.-On the night of July 23 at about 1 o'clock three white men entered the home of Columbus Holcombe, an Afro-American, residing in a town near this place, claiming to collect a bill from one of Mr. Holcombe's lodgers. Mrs. Holcombe demonstrated with the men, and they in turn cursed her. Holcombe arose and told the intruders that he did not curse before his wife and did not allow any man, white or black, to curse her. The white men fired two shots in the house, and Holcombe seized his revolver and shot repeatedly until one of the white men was killed and the other two were wounded. Holcombe and Charles Hall, the lodger, were arrested and taken to the county jail. On July 25, after an investigation upon the part of County Solicitor Jackson, they were released on the grounds that they had acted in self defense. This decision has surprised many of the Negro hating white people, as they had hoped for a lynching bee. The colored men were advised to leave this vicinity. The editor of the Tampa Daily Times in commenting on the affair said that Solicitor Jackson did right in exonerating the Negroes. This impartial comment, coming from the pen of a southern white man, shows that not all the white people of the south are enemies to the colored people. The Times says: "It is too much the habit of a certain class of white men to act in their dealings with Negroes as if the latter had no rights of any kind that the dominant race is compelled to respect. This is in the highest degree reprehensible and should receive outspoken condemnation of all those who recognize the error, the criminality of such course of action. "All men are equal before the law and have the same right to its protection in the enjoyment of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." "Reverse the positions of the parties of the Port Tampa affair and consider what a bowl of execution would have arisen throughout the country at the deeds of the black fiends that attacked the home of a peaceable citizen in the dead hour of night attempting to murder the inoffending man and his help less wife in their home all for the alleged purpose of collecting a trifling debt. "There would be talk and perhaps the grim reality of a lynching, and it would be well deserved, as many another crime of the kind that has been in silence condoned." New York Emancipation Exposition. In seeking to make the coming emancipation exposition to be held in New York the last ten days in October distinctively and impressively educational the commissioners have struck a responsive cloak of race pride and ambition to show to what intellectual heights the race has attained since its freedom. In this exposition there will be as little as possible of the country fair type of exposition. The commission, rather, stresses the conferences and congresses on the religions, economic and other important phases of the advance of the race. Success of Rural School Supervisors. The position of supervisor of education has always carried with it a high degree of honor and distinction for the person appointed. Three southern states now have colored supervisors of education for the schools attended solely by colored youths. Kentucky and Virginia led off, and Alabama follows. The work of these educators in the two states first named has been eminently successful. Scholarly Attainments of Professor J. H. A. Brazelton of Oklahoma. H. A. Brazelton of Oklahoma Oklahoma City, Okla.-Professor J. H. Augustus Brazelton, principal of the Douglas high school in this city, is a notice of New Market, Teen. His father, Anderson Brazelton, was a soldier in the Union army in the war of the rebellion. The elder Brazelton died in 1880, leaving a widow and seven small children. Young Brazelton was therefore thrown on his own'resources practically in early life, as were the rest of the children. But, having a good mother in the home to advise and direct affairs, the family was kept together J. H. Augustus Brazelton attended the public schools of his village during the short session in the fall and the parochial schools supported by the freedman's board of the Presbyterian church during the winter and spring. At eleven years of age he entered the Austin high at Knoxville. However, on account of ill health he was compelled to quit school the following spring and return to his home at New Market. At seventeen he entered the Freedman's Normal institute, Maryville, Tenn. He graduated at Freedman's [Picture of a man with a mustache and a suit]. J. H. A. BRAZELTON, A. M. Normal within two years and attended for seven years Maryville college (white), an institution founded in 1819. By an act of the legislature of Tennessee and a decree of the board of trustees of Maryville college separating colored from whites in said school, Mr. Brazelton was forced to go elsewhere for one year in order to receive his degree of B. A. So he attended Knoxville college during 1901-2 and graduated. The degree of master of arts has also been conferred upon Professor Brazelton. In the spring of 1992 he was elected assistant principal of Douglas high, Oklahoma City, Okla., through the assistance of Hon Ed S. Vaught, at that time superintendent of schools of Oklahoma City and now an able attorney and man of affairs. The next year Mr. Brazelton was made principal. This position he has held for ten years and has been recently re-elected. During his administration the Douglas school has grown from ten teachers to fifty and the enrollment has increased from 200 to 1,500. The Douglas high school has now seventy-five graduates. Among the alumni of Douglas high there are three medical doctors and two dentists and three college graduates and one university graduate, one dressmaker and scores of teachers in the public schools of Oklahoma and other states. Professor Bruzelton has the distinction of being the last president for two years of the Colored Teachers' Association of the Territory of Oklahoma and the first president for two years of the Negro State Teachers' Association of Oklahoma At St. Louis, 1911, in the National Association of Colored Schools he introduced and had adopted a resolution providing a committee on Negro ideals and Negro textbooks. Professor Razelton was appointed chairman of said committee, and at Chattanooga, Tenn., July, 1912, he delivered an address on Negro ideals and Negro textbooks to the national association. THRIFTY SECRET ORDER. Progress of the True Reformers Under Grand Master Floyd J. Ross. The thirty-third annual meeting of the Grand Fountain of the United Order of True Reformers will be held in Richmond, Va., from Tuesday, Sept. 28, through Thursday, the 25th. Recent reports from the subordinate fountains have greatly encouraged the grand officers in their efforts to extend the benefits of the order to all who need protection of the kind which the institution offers. Within less than a year under the safe and energetic leadership of Grand Worthy Master Floyd Ross, 30,000 members have been added to the organization. 160 new subordinate lodges organized, eighty old lodges which had ceased to be active have been reinstated. $280,000 added to the general fund and claims paid to the beers of deceased members amounting to $130,000. Miller at Gettysburg Celebration. Levi Miller of Relief, Winchester county. Va., bears the distinction of being the only colored Confederate retainer of the civil war in attendance at the anniversary celebration of the great battle of Gettysburg. It is said that the Confederate camp sent Comrade Miller to the celebration at its expense. He wore his gray uniform and received marked attention. SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL Lesson VI.—Third Quarter, For Aug. 10, 1913. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, Ex. xil, 21-31. Memory Verses, 26, 27—Golden Text, Matt. xx, 28—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. The deliverance of Israel from Egypt at the time of the first passover marked the beginning of their national history, according to verse 2. The fulfillment of the passover which is yet future will mark the beginning of their becoming a righteous nation when they have gathered from all nations and have seen their Messiah coming in His glory (Luke xxii, 15, 16; Isn. xi. 11, 12; Ix. 1, 13-19, 22). Their deliverance from Egypt was wholly the work of the Lord (xiii. 31, and so shall be their restoration and conversion at the second coming of Christ. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do it Iss. 1x, 6, 7. The first passover was in connection with the last of the ten judgments on Pharoh and his people, the death of the firstborn in every house; the last passover will be in connection with the judgment upon the nations (Joel ill. 1, 2; Zeph. ill. 8, 9; Matt. xxy, 31, 32). The safety of the firstborn of Israel on that dread night in Egypt depended upon the blood on the doorposts of their houses, for the Lord had said, "When I see the blood I will pass over you, and the plague shall not be upon you to destroy you" (Verse 13). There is no salvation revealed in all the word of God except by the blood of the Lamb. Christ our passover sacrificed for us (I Cor. v. 7). Not money nor morality, not baptism per church membership, not the sacrifice of Christ and something else, but the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish, that alone gives safety (I Pet. i. 18, 19; Lev. viii. 11; Heb. ix. 22; Eph. i. 6, 7; Rev. i. 5, 6; v. 9, 10). The household might be too little for the lamb, and in that case his next neighbor was to share with him, and that suggests a good answer to the question. Who is my neighbor? Why not any one in the wide world with whom I can share the Lamb of God—that is, any one to whom I can make known the gift of God? (Verse 4.) The lamb was never too little for the household, for there is a sufficiency for all in Christ Jesus. That the lamb was kept four days (verses 3, 6) is to me suggestive of the fact that the Lamb of God was set apart before the foundation of the world, but was not stain until 4,000 years had passed, and a thousand years are with the Lord on one day (I Pet. i. 20; II Pet. III, 9). The blood to be of any benefit had to be sprinkled on the doorposts—that is, applied. The mere knowledge that Christ died for sinners will avail nothing unless I believe that He died for me and receive Him as my own personal Saviour. As Israel had no national existence until that night, so the sinner has no life until he comes under the shelter of the previous blood, for "He that hath the Son of God hath life, and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life" (I John v. 12). The lamb being slain and the blood sprinkled, no one was to go out of the house until the morning verse 22. The blood is our safety all the way along until the morning of His return, and then we shall be like Him and be forever with Him. Under that blood there was no death, whether the first-born was quiet and restful because of the word of God concerning his safety or whether nervous and restless because he could not feel safe. They were to eat the lamb with unleavened bread and bitter herbs, suggestive of no evil tolerated (for leaven is always something corrupt), and our sufferings with Him, for all who will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. Their eating the lamb or not eating it did not affect their safety, but suggests fellowship. Our Lord said, "He that eateth Me, even he shall live by Me," and He also said, "I am come that they might have life and that they might have it more abundantly" (John vi. 57; x. 10). Under the blood there was life, but eating the lamb indicates more than life. Many seem content merely to have life, but have little appetite for the Lamb, shrinking from suffering with Him and not careful to put away all heaven, willing rather it be conformed to this present evil world than transfigured by the renewing of their minds (Rom. xii. 1, 2). Loins girded, shoes on, staff in hand, suggest the pilgrim ready for the journey reverse 11), and the Spirit through Peter connects it with readiness for the coming of Jesus Christ, as also does our Lord Himself in these words: "Let your loins be girded about and your lights burning and re yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord when he will return from the wedding" 11 Pet. i. 13; Luke xii. 35, 39). Where there was no blood on the doorposts that night there was death in every house from the palace of the king to the lowest in the land verses 29, 30, and so it is now. All, without respect to their standing before men, are either in Christ or not, and only in Christ is there safety. See in verses 40, 41, the fulfillment of the word of the Lord to Abram concerning the time of the sojourn of his descendants in the strange land (Gen. xv. 13). 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On next Saturday the affair will be under the direction of the Young Men's Christian Association. Excursions will also be run every Saturday until the middle of September. Southern Merchants in A number of colored merchants from the South were in the city buying fall stock during the past few days. Among them were C. H. Hayward, of Port Royal. S. C.; E. L. Ayers, of Meridian, Miss., and W. P. Evans of Laurenbrug, N. C. They brought over $30,000 worth of merchandise of various kinds. Mr. Evans conducts a large general store, selling from a pin up to a plow. During the busy season he carries $20,000 worth of stock. His trade is about equally divided between both races. "I am of the opinion that greater business success on our part means an amelioration of some of the prejudicial condition we now undergo" he told a representative of the Afro-American Ledger. "When the race can command the respect of others through their relation with the business world, some of the things now done against us would not be attempted. Where I am in business is in the center of a rich agricultural community and the race is doing well. In Baltimore the colored people have a splendid opportunity for business success and those who would imbark in business would have abundant success, I believe." Black Socks Having The Black Sox base ball team played some great ball last week. They broke even with such teams as Bill Byers' Yanigans and Sonny Bonthons Yanigans. They played both clubs a double header and broke even by close scores. The scores were as follows: Last Thursday they won the first game from Byers Yanigans 3 to 0 the second game was won by the Yanigans 2 to 1. Saturday, Sunny Bonthons Yanigans won the first game 4 to 0. The Sox won the second game 2 to 0. The Yanigans are composed of ex-professionals. Manager Wise of the Sox,s was aware of the fact and had his best men trained to the minute. Manager Wise would like to hear from teams in the city or State barring none. Send challenge to Walter Williams, 432 to 437½ Druid Hill avenue, care of Smith's Hotel. The Frogs Frolic Next Week August 13, there will be presented at the Lyric Wednesday night a most unique and unusual entertainment consisting of a grand minstrel first part, vaudeville and musical comedy. The entertainment has been arranged by The Frogs, the leading colored theatrical organization, numbering among its members the celebrated comedian, Bert A. Williams, who is appearing through the courtesy of Messrs. Klaw & Erlanger & Ziegfield. Associated with him will be such well known names as S. H. Dudley, star of the Smart Set Company; J. A. Slipp, Alee. Rogers, Sam Lucas, Kelly and Catlin, Henry Troy, Harrison Stewart, Lloyd D. Gibbs, Harper and William, the Kemrs, Charles L. Gilpin, James Reese Europe and fifty others. The organization will carry their on orchestra, and a brass band of forty pieces. Careful and elaborate preparation have been given to the entertainment that is to be offered, the music and songs have all been especially composed of the production by Will Marion Cook, J. Rosamond Johnson and James Reese Europe. A rare musical trent is in store for lovers of the rich harmonies and melodies so peculiar to the race. No attempt at seriousness is made and nothing but the lightest form of humor throughout the show. STARLIGHT For Greater Brown's Grove AUGUST 10. Golden Key Social of Moses. 11. Sharp St M. E. S. S. 13. Trustees and Stewards of St. Paul M. E. Church 14. Willing Workers of N. W. Balto 15. U. O. of Good Hopes 16. Y. M. C. A. 17. Mt. Zion Baptist Church 18. St. Paul M. E. S. S. 19. No. 9, Patriarchie G.U.O.O.F. 20. Sharp St. M. E. Church. 21. Allen C. E. League 22. Metropolitan M. E. S. S. 24. Grand United Order K & D of Samaritans. 25. United Order of Moses 26. Rag Men's Association 27. St. Barnabas Church 28. Galilee C. M. E. Church and Star of Bethlehem No. 1 We handle everything in the drug line. Try our delicious fruit Sundaes or our sweet cooling Sodas Our prescription department is always in charge of a registered pharmacist Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices A fine casket worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray or white plush highly polished sak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearse either black, gray or white; to match casket, as desired; five heated car riages, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening grave advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, crepix when desired, rugs, chair setc., all of the latest designs. Notwithstanding the very inclement weather, quite a few business men were present at Galilean Fishermen's Hall on last Friday evening to hear E. J. Shay, president of the Baltimore "Ad" Club deliver an address on "How Business Enterprises are Built." Mr. Shay explained in detail how by the judicious use of printer's ink business enterprises of large and imposing proportions have been built in this and other countries, and declared that it is the most effective means of business building. Mr. Shay was largely responsible for the success of the "Ad" Men's Convention, which was held in this city a few weeks ago, and is one of the best known advertising man in this country. Following Mr. Shay's address, those present selected the following men to act as a committee to arrange for a meeting to be held in the near future: Wm. L. Fitzgerald, George S. White, Thomas H Smith, W. R. Parker and Harry T. Pratt. The object of the projected meeting will be to get together men and women from all walks of life so that they may get acquainted, shake hands and know each other. It is also intended to impress on all the lesson of how to work cooperatively and how to be mutually helpful: FOR SALE-At a bargain. An old established coal, wood and express business. Horse, wagon and fixtures. A splendid trade. Good reason for selling. Apply SPECIAL NOTICES A REMINDER The officers and members of Dorses' Venus Star House, No. 9 B. and S. of Job return their heart felt thanks to the members of the Maryland G. C. and Subordinate Houses and the public in general for their patronage to Greater Browns Grove. On Sunday August 3rd. H. H. S. F. A. The ladies of the Helping Hand S. F. Association of East Baltimore do earnestly return thanks to those who patronized them on Sunday, July 27 at Brown's Grove. Respectfully, Mrs. Lizzie Milburn, president. Mrs. Florence Brown, secretary. NOTICE—The J.P. Evans' Shaving Parlor, Biddle and Brevard st announces to its patrons and public that on and after May 1st, we close at 9 P. M., except Saturday when we close at 11.30 P.M. If its REAL ESTATE see GROSS & GRANT Houses in all sections and on all terms. Country property at a bargain. 2031 Division Street Baltimore, Md Shady Side View Boarding House Opened June 1st 1913. Good Board. Bathing waters near. Many Pleasures afforded. Address Mrs. Carrie Prann, Shady Side, A. A. Co., Md. Spend Your Summer vacation at the MILLER'S COTTAGE, Luray, Virginia Five minutes walk from the Luray Caverns. Healthful, Invigorating Amusements, Tennis Courts, Croquet Grounds, Good Board Reasonable Rates. For information, address, Mrs. Aldina Hawkins Haines, Proprietress. PRIVATE BOARDING HOUSE Strictly first class Private Boarding House. Transient people a specialty. Up to date accommodations. Rooms all light. Two bath rooms. Hot and cold water. Prices moderate. Mrs. M. L. Giles, 1621 Druid Hill avenue. WANTEU Good agents, male or female to sell New Summer Drink Extract. Good Profit. Repeat orders sure. Address at once. Lisbon Distributing Agency Lincoln Post No. 7, G. A. R. and W. R. C. No. 13 Department of Md., Auxiliary to the G. A. R. Will give A CAMP FIRE At Germania Electric Park WEDNESDAY. AUGUST 13th, From 12 noon to 11.45 p. m. Prof. A. Johnson's orchestra. Admission 15 cents. Refreshments on sale. Mrs. M. A. Harris, Chr. Aux., Mrs. A. C White, C. Pres., Mrs. Emma Jones, Sec'y, J. T. Williams, Commander. A New and Up-to-Date Soda Fountain Installed ...LYRIC THEATRE... Wed. Evening, August 13th Never No Night Like This THE FROGS [Incorporated] Minstrels Vaudeville and Musical Comedy WITH 50COLORED CELEBRITIES50 AND BERT A. WILLIAMS The World's Greatest Comedians S. H. Dudley The Kemps Sam Lucas Julius Glenn Lloyd Gibbs Alex Rogers Henry Troy, James Reese Europe, Harper & Gillam Edgar Connors, and Orchestra JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Complete 1222 Division St..bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. Residence C. & P. Phone. Mad. 4087 Madison 4921—M YOUNu'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 Avenue and Hoffman Street tf The following dates have been booked: 100 29, No. 14 Jobs, Star of Bethlehem 31, Maggoty Camp Meeting SEPTEMBER 1. Doctor's Coachmen, Jr. 2. St. Peter Claver's Church 3. Choral Symphony Oratorio Society 4. Day Nursery 5. P & S Social 6. Chester Circle 10. Allen A. M. E. Church to Annapolis 11. Md. Corporation Baptist S. S. Asso. 12. Lincoln Lodge No. 3, Samaritans 14. Social Baptist Church MOONLIGHT AUGUST 11. Excelsior Lodge, No. 6, K, of P. 13. Minuetts: Social 14. C. O. C. Association 15. Pythian T. Stock Co. E. and W. 16. Go Get-Ems 17. Women's Business Circle of W. B. 21. Swasikha Circle of Bethel Church 25. Wine Social 26. Vermont family Supply Co 28. Perseverance Lodge, No. 72, G. S. 29. St. Johns' and Allen A. M. E. Ch. Choirs A When the Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias assembles here in biennial session the last week in August they will be greeted with every ample provision for their entertainment and comfort. At the opening at Bethel Church, Mayor Preston, Councilman Cummings, Supreme Chancellor S. W. Green, Grand Chancellor George A. Watty, Rev. S. S. Jolley and other prominent personages will deliver addresses. While the legislation will be done only by the accredited representatives of the various jurisdictions, the uniform rank and other departments will swell the visitors up in the thousands. The social committee, under the leadership of Col. Truy Hachett is busy planning for the entertainment of the many visitors. A contest, of the bands of the order and a competitive drill are among the events that will be pulled off at Richmond Market Armory. A full dress military ball at the Lyric on Wednesday evening, August 28, will be the big social event of the week. A trip down the bay is on the schedule for Friday afternoon August 29. Grand Chancellor George A. Watty is in constant communication with prominent members in various section of the country, and has received every assurance that thousand will be here to make the session the biggest and best yet. At the local headquarters, 414 W. Hoffman street, a busy scene is presented daily in the arrangement of the thousand-and-one details for the session. Mrs. and Mrs. Macauley Dorsey are visiting at Bryn Athyn, Penna. Mr. Douglass, Holmes, of 921 Forrest St., who has been confined to his home for several weeks with the pleurisy is now better and out again. Prof, D. S. S. Goodloe, principal Normal School No. 3, is traveling in Europe. Mrs. Clementine White, of 539 McMechen Street, left this week for Girdletree, Maryland. Mrs. Clementine White, of 539 McMechen St., left this week for Girdlee Tree, Md. Mrs. Benj. F. Smith and daughter Blanche M., of 1120 Druid Hill avenue, left on July 23rd for Boston, Mass., where she will spend a month with her sister, Mrs. James Fields. Special Notice The colored voters of Baltimore city and State of Maryland of any and all political faith are cordially invited to attend a meeting to be held at Galilean Fisherman's Hall, 114 W. Biddle street, in the interest of harmony amalgamation of plans of opposition in the coming campaign on Tuesday, August 12. Meeting to open 7 o'clock p., m. J. P. Evans. THE WEEKLY NEWS 10 JULY 1962 Madam C. J. Walker, the well known Hair Culturist of Indianapolis, Ind., accompanied by her assistant, Miss A. P. Kelley, will attend the Pythian encampment. While here, she will demonstrate and teach the art of growing hair. Persons desiring to learn her method, should not fail to take advantage of her short stay in the city. As a special inducement, Madam Walker will teach you the art of growing hair for the small sum of $25.00 and give you free, an outfit consisting of goods valued at $12.50 with her hand-made Steel comb included. Persons calling for treatments will please bring 3 towels, comb and brush. Madam Walker's address will be announced later. Treatments with 1 box of grower, 1 glossine and shampoo $2.00. Adv. Mrs. Susie Walker Paige, formerly of Baltimore who has been very ill at her home in New York, is slowly improving. Mr. Abraham Stark, of Windy Gate, Roland Park, is spending a month visiting relatives and friends at Glen Allen, Va. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Rich and son, of 1114 Druid Hill avenue, are spending a month in Asbury Park, N. J. Mrs. James Spears and daughter are spending the summer at Gloucester, W. Va., viisting Mrs. Silas Berry. Mrs. John Carr and Mrs. Charles Weeks were called to Westover, Md. to attend the funeral of their brother, Mr. Thomas Collins. Miss Louise Mussenden, of 1330 Druid Hill avenue, is spending the summer's end with her aunt of Watchhill, R. I. Miss Ida Green, of Washington, and her niece Miss Indian Parker, are spending a few weeks at Chesapeake Beach. Miss Dean Chambers has gone to Asbury Park, N. J. Mrs. William Douglass, of 1924 S. Ware street, has gone to spend three weeks, visiting in Asbury Park, New York and Atlantic City. Mrs. Geo. A. Williams. Mrs. Rosa Waters and Miss N. Chapman, are visiting Philadelphia, Atlantic City and Cape May, N. J. at Hotel Dale. Miss Jennie Stevenson of Phila. Pal., will return with her aunt, Mrs. Williams. Marietta Anthony of 105 S. Dalla St., is spending the month of August with friends in Keller, Accomac, Va. Mr. William R. Gantt, Jr., of 515 Dolphin St., has gone to visit his grandmother, Mrs. Albert Gantt of Calvert Co., Md. Mrs. Mamie White, of 402 N. Eden St., and Mrs. Martha Johnson have gone to Philadelphia, Atlantic City and New York to visit their friends. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Brooks, of 1502 Jefferson St., and family has gone to Norfolk and Mathews County, Va. Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hawkins will return on the 8th of August, after two weeks to Niagara Fall's. Mrs. Emma Gaines, of 549 Laurens St., is spending the month of August in Tappahannock, Va., as the guest of her mother-in-law, Mrs. Jane Gaines. Mrs. Clara Woodlawn Horn, widow of Mr. Preston Horn, has gone to the country until early fall. Mrs. A. B. Callis, Miss Mattie C. Callis, Miss Esther Wright and Mrs. Eva Brown, are spending the month of August at Nantocoke, Md. Miss Serena Clark of 59 W. 52nd St., N. Y., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Baskerville of 15 Dewey Ave., Roland Park, Md., for the month of August. Mrs. Bessie Henson and Mr. Samuel Morsell, left on Wednesday for New York, to spend sometime before going to Atlantic City where they will spend the summer. They are accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Taylor. Rev. Geo. E. Curry, pastor of Asbury M. E. Church, left yesterday for Pomero, Ohio, where he will spend a two weeks' vacation visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. William H. Noble are spending a few days in Saint Michaels, the guest of Rev. and Mrs. J. U. King. Terrell & McNeill PHARMACISTS Carey and Presstman Streets Originators of "Ambrosia and Sweetheart Sundaes" The gutmost caution, accuracy and depend ability prevail in our prescription work. Your prescription, if intrusted to our care will be handled in a way that will meet your doctor's approval. Our laboratory is always in charge of a registered graduate Pharmacist. Only The Best. 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 SE BALTIMORE, MD.