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THE AFFAIR AMERICAN LEDGER REVIVING THE ABOLITION SPIRIT OSWALD GARRISON TAKING UP FIGHT FOR THE NEW FREEDOM OF THE NEGRO White Politicians Keeping Alive Race Prejudice In Order To Keep In Office. Nine Mlllion Colored People Interested In The Present Fight In Maryland Against Segregation—The Question National in its Scope And Affects VOL. XXII NO. 9 REVIVING THE A OSWALD GARRISON TAKIN NEW FREEDOM White Politicians Keeping Al To Keep I Nine Mlllion Colored People Fight In Maryland Against tion National in its The Entire A white woman forgetting the off-repeated charge of danger at the hands of colored men and pleading for the rights of the race, the grandson of a famous abolitionist advocating freedom for all and a Hebrew making a plea for cooperation in the fight against caste was the imposing spectacle that greeted 1,500 persons who attended a large mass meeting at Bethel A. M. E. Church Monday night. The meeting was held under the auspices of the Baltimore branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and the speakers are among the many that are actively identified with its work. They were Miss Mary White Gwintgon, Oswald Garrison Villard, editor of the New York Evening Post, and Dr. J. E. Spingarn. As Miss Mary White Ovington the first speaker, spoke of the work that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is doing, she was listened to with rapt attention. She declared that while politicians endeavored to keep alive race prejudice by making white women afraid of colored people, the white women should not needlessly be charged with race prejudice. She said that she hoped to see the day when all, white and colored, would meet on a plane of mutual respect in dealing with matters of common interest. Dr. J. E. Spingarn made a plea for cooperation in the fight against racial prejudice. "The colored people of this country," he said, "represent one tenth of the population of this country. If you represented one tenth of the voting population you would not be subjected to these humiliations. In your fight here against segregation 9,000,000 colored people are interested. They are watching to see how you come out. If you win you will fill them with high hope and encouragement." Speaking of segregation, he then said that it had been the history of all large cities that the population shifted, but that Baltimore was the first city to attempt legislation against alleged depreciation in property values. He declared that segregation measures were only attempted in order to arrest the wonderful progress that the race has been making. In introducing Mr. Villard, Warner T. McGuinn who presided, paid a fine tribute to the former's grandfather—William Lloyd Garrison. He spoke of the hatred that Garrison had for the institution of slavery, of his imprisonment here for criticising the shipment of a cargo of slaves to New Orleans, as well as other events in the life of the famous abolitionist. Chairman McGuinn then declared that Mr. Villard is "scarcely less distinguished than his illustrious ancestor, the fire of true abolitionism burns and glows upon the altar of his heart." Mr. Villard delivered the principal address of the evening, dealing mainly with segregation in the national government as well as by ordinance in Baltimore and other cities. His address was carefully BALTIMORE, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1913. prepared, and in only two instances did he digress. One was when he was criticising the segregation policy of Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo and characterized the Secretary as his personal friend and the other was when he advised the Negro to make only a peaceful rebellion against rebellion, as did Garrison. During the course of his address, Mr. Villard scored segregation in the departments at Washington, declared that President Wilson's seeming agniescence in this policy 'has most wrongly and needlessly antagonized one-ninth of the population of this country and its white sympathizers' and the Republican party had been given the opportunity through discrimination to again return to power. At the outset of his address Mr. Villard declared that he was in Baltimore to protest against the third segregation ordinance which he characterized as "unworkable, economically impossible and indefensible and hound, if attempted, to decrease and not increase race natred and friction. It is," he went on to say," contrary to the spirit of the Constitution of the United States, and, beyond all doubt, to the spirit of the Declaration of Independence. Finally, it is another step in the persistent effort to create two unequal classes within this republic—the advantaged and the disadvantaged—totally unmindful of the fact that history established but fifty years ago by the blood of thousands that this nation cannot exist "half slave and half free." After stating that everywhere in Europe, except Russia, ghettoes had been abolished, Mr. Villard continued: "At home here in Baltimore the chief motive behind segregation is the desire to prevent the depreciation of real estate by sales to colored people; but the old argument that it is really necessary to preserve the purity of the Anglo-Saxon race is also trotted out. This purity of the Anglo-Saxon race is greater than charity since it is made to cover a multitude of sins—rape, murder, theft and the prostitution of the black women by whites. Injustice and oppression stalk behind it and rejoice in the effectiveness of its bogis. "If the Russian 'Black Hundred's are without this excuse for wrong-doing, they have never, it must be said in fairness, sunk so low as to make the question of rents or of land an ecuse for degrading those whom they would oppress. What could be more selfish and more ignoble than to make the progress of a race upward depend upon the price of land? Were the colored people so fortunate as to increase the price of land, would there be any talk of segregation? No, there would be as great a demand for colored tenants as there is for colored labor in the South to make money for their white rulers, and nothing would be heard of separation ordinances to keep the peace. Our old friend Race Purity would be permitted to remain in HE WILL EVENTUALLY BREAK LOOSE AND REACH THE TOP TEMPLE OF HIGHER INTELLIGENCE PIT OF IGNORANCE MOB RULE-SEGREGATION the background for another more suitable opportunity to play the stalking horse." Taking up the question of segregation in the departments at Washington he said that "the adoption of this policy was merely an expression of the innate prejudice of the Southern portion of the administration, the President and certain members of his Cabinet. At the outset of his career as President." Mr. Villard went on to say, "Dr. Wilson, has from a politician's point of view, most wrongly and needlessly antagonized one-ninth of the population of this country and their white sympathizers. And he may go down in history as the man who put in motion terri- Masons of High Degree Elect Officers (Special to the Afro-American Ledger) Washington, October 23—The ninth triennial session of the Supreme Council of the Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the thirty-third and last degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Free masonry, for the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States and Phillipine Islands, was held at Masonic Temple this week. The session practically opened with a sermon by Rev. Dr. I. N. Ross at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church Sunday night. The social features included a military reception at Odd Fellows' Hall Monday night. Promising Outlook For Lincoln University, Oct. 22 Football at Lincoln is beginning to take on an encouraging aspect to all followers of the orange and blue It has been many years since there has been such smoothly working aggregation of players as seen on Rendall Field as there are today. Coach Pollard of Dartmouth and an old master in the science of football is expending every possible effort to develop the best colored team in the East and he is well on the road to success. There is some splendid material for development among the Freshmen. They are delivering the goods in a way that is surely encouraging. Many of the "old guard" are back on the job and are doing good work. Captian Thomas, a veteran of three seasons is leading his team this year. Heretofore Lincoln has had one team, but this year she has three evenly matched teams. On Saturday, October 25th, the initial game of the season will take place, when the ex-collegiates, a team composed of the aluminae of the big colored colleges, will pay their annual visit. Saturday, November 8th, Lincoln will meet the strong Hampton team on Lincoln's campus. This game will be the chief attraction on the and it home grounds this season will no doubt be a big affair both from a social and atheletic standpoint. DR. GEC. W. BUCKNER New York, October 24—Dr. George W. Buckner, of Evansville, Ind., the newly appointed United States minister and consul general at Monrovia. Liberia, sailed for his post yesterday afternoon. He was not accompanied by his wife and children. Pastor Of Bethel To Be Annouced Shortly Within the next few days Bishop Levi J. Coppin will probably announce the successor to the late Rev. R. William Fickland as pastor at Bethel A. M. E. Church. The charge is one of the hardest in the country, and though a number of men are aspirants for it the bishop is exercising caution. It is most likely that it will be a minister of the Baltimore Conference. Among those who have been mentioned for the place are Revs. I. N. Ross, pastor of Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, Washington; L. S. Flagg, of St. John's Church; C. H. Stepteau. and L. M. Beckett. Bishop Coppin will preach at the church Sunday morning and may announce the appointment during the day. Washington, D.C., Oct. 23d. Congress may yet have a big debate on the segregation issue, as only Thursday of last week Representative Rogers of Massachusetts, introduced a resolution calling for an inquiry. PRICE THREE CENTS D REACH THE TOP TEMPLE OF HIGHER INTELLIGENCE here with him—Booker Washington Masons of High Degree Elect Officers (Special to the Afro-American Ledger) Washington, October 23—The ninth triennial session of the Supreme Council of the Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the thirty-third and last degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Free masonry, for the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States and Phillipine Islands, was held at Masonic Temple this week. The session practically opened with a sermon by Rev. Dr. I N. Ross at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church Sunday night. The social features included a military reception at Odd Fellows' Hall Monday night and a banquet Tuesday night. The next sessions will be held in Jacksonville, Fla. The following officers were elected and installed: Robert L. Pendleton, this city most puissant sovereign grand commander; George E. Frey, Baltimore, lieutenant sovereign grand commander; J. H. Walker, Georgia, grand prior; John H. Murphy, Baltimore, grand minister of State; Joseph P. Evans, Baltimore, grand treasurer general; James O. Bampfield, Washington, grand secretary general; W. W. Lawrence, Newbern, N. C., grand auditor general; S. S. Thompson, Washington, grand assistant auditor general; H. E. Harris, Alabama, grand auditor general; John H. Dickerson, Fiorida, grand master of ceremonies; H. P. Crabb, Oakland, Cal., grand almoner; J. H. Barnes, Virginia, grand captain of guard; D. I. Renfor, Washington, first grand equerry; William Cooper, Cumberland, Md., second grand equerry; John Moore, Virginia, grand standard bearer; W. T. Moselay, Missouri, grand sword bearer; S. J. Currin, Alabama, grand herald, Nelson Walker, Baltimore, grand seneschol. Dr. Cardoza Hears From Secretary Tumulty Dr. F. N. Cardoza, president of the local branch of National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, received a letter from Secretary Tumulty in which he said that the protest against segregation which had been sent from this city would be brought to the attention of the President. The Signs Are Not There But The Spirit Is Doing What The Signs Were Intended To Do PRESIDENT SEEMS NOT DIS-TURBED OVER MATTER A Violation Is Likely At Anytime To Bring About A Dismissal (Washington, October 24.—Segregation is the lot that colored employees suffer in nearly every department of the government here. There is a distinct line marked for the colored employees in some of the departments and woe unto him who goes beyond the "jim crow" mark. Though the signs are down in the Treasury Building designating what rest rooms colored people are to use, there is one toilet set aside in the basement for the use of colored help, and none had better dare go into the toilets set aside for whites. The whites have at least one toilet on each floor, and sometimes you will find some of the white help sliding into the lone one in the basement designated for colored people. Conditions for the many colored women who work in the Bureau of Engraving are said to be especially galling. The white women are said to have a nice room in which to eat their lunches while no such provision is made for the colored. If a colored woman were to use one of the wash bowls set aside for whites there is a prevalent belief that she would be summarily dismissed. Discriminations in the Post Office Department began during the Taft regime, but they increased during the few months that the South has been in the saddle. It should be remembered that during the Taft regime the order was carried out that no colored census enumerator should be allowed to take the names of white people. The attitude of President Wilson regarding segregation is a mystery. His anti-election promises of fair play made a number of colored men ardently support his candidacy. Some of his advisers are the bitter enemies of the Negro who would aspire. These men owe their political prominence to the sole fact that their respective States have robbed the Negro of his franchise. One is said to have declared that the attitude of the present administration would be exactly as that of large corporations in that only menial jobs would be allowed colored men. DISCHARGING OLORED MEN From the South comes the report that colored men holding civil service positions are in jeopardy. In Georgia five colored railway clerks are said to have been dismissed without trial. Blalock, the new internal revenue collector at Atlanta, has let loose the colored deputies. Reports of similar happenings in other States have also come here. TO MAKE PROTEST The mater of segregation is believed to be most serious for the race in all parts of the country. Right here since segregation has been in vogue in the departments there have been complaints of discourteous treatment in stores and other places. There is a quiet movement on foot to have the Democratic Congress pass a segregation similar to the Baltimore measure. Separate cars and other proscriptions are also talked of. DR.E.W.BLYDEN'S GREAT CAREER HOW HE ROSE TO FAME. Former Secretary of State of Liberia Was a Potent Factor In Our Racial Life—Man of Wonderful Intellect Whose Moral Courage Was Sublime Under the Most Trying Ordeals. By JOHN E. BRUCE. At this time, when the colored race in America is celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the emancipation proclamation which legally freed the race from the curse of human slavery as goods and chattels, it is quite in keeping with the spirit of the times to give to the American people the record of colored men and women who have achieved success. Although not a native American, Edward Wilmot Blydon was intimately associated with the struggles and aspirations of the colored race in America and other parts of the world during his whole life. Born in the Danish island of St. Thomas seventy-nine years ago, the late Edward Wilmot Hylden came to the United States when seventeen years of age to seek an education, but, finding prejudice against his race, he turned his face toward Liberia, where, after a few months' residence, he entered the high school under the care of Rev. David Wilson. He soon rose to the headship of this school and in 1862 was elected to a professorship in the newly founded Liberian college. In 1864 he was appointed secretary of state by the president of Liberia, and for two years he combined the duties of both offices. In 1860 he made a journey to the east, visiting Egypt and Syria chiefly with a view to studying Arabic. In 1871 he resigned his professorship, and after a brief visit to Europe he spent two years in Sierra Leone, during which time he was sent by the governor of the colony, Sir John Pope Hennessy; on two diplomatic missions to the powerful chiefs of the interior. His report on one of these expeditions is published at length in the proceedings of the Royal Geographical society. In 1877 he was made minister plenipotentiary of the republic of Liberia at the court of St. James and was received by Queen Victoria at Osborne July 30, 1878, being introduced by the Marquis of Salisbury, then secretary of state for foreign affairs. He was soon after elected an honorary member of the famous Athenaeum club London. In 1880 he was elected fellow of the American Philological association. In 1882 he was made a corresponding member of the Society of Sciences and Letters of Bengal. He knew personally Lord Brongham, W. E. Gladstone, Dean Stanley, Charles Dickens and Charles Sumner, Frederick Douglass and Frederic Harrison. When the question of the delimitation of the Liberian boundary was raised by France some eight or nine years ago he was appointed by the government of Liberia as ambassador to France to negotiate with the French government in the settlement of that question and was received by the president of France July 4, 1905, in his office as ambassador of the black republic. In 1911 he was elected a corresponding member of the Negro Society for Historical Research, Yonkers, N. Y., in recognition of which he sent a collection of his published works, "Christianity, Islam and the Negro Race." "Africa Before Europe," "Liberia's Offering" and pamphlets on kindred subjects. At the time of his death he was an associate editor of the African Mail, published at Liverpool. Some years ago Dr. J. E. Henderson in an article in the Colored American at Washington said: "Dr. Blyden is a man without a country. He allies himself neither with the Negro of Africa nor the Afro-American." Commenting on this brilliant outburst in a letter to the writer, he said: "Now, this is absurd. It is not what a man allies himself with, but what he really is, that counts. Dr. Henderson allies himself with the Negro race, but only because he is not allowed to ally himself with the white race. But his alliance with the Negro race does not make him a Negro. "On the other hand, Dr. Blyden's country is Africa by race and heritage, whatever he pleases to ally himself with. Nobody who has ever seen him will think that he can pass for Indian or European. As soon as he is seen he is known at once as an African-identified on sight. It would require only the microscopic insight of the south to identify Dr. Headerson at sight." Writing from Paris under date of Aug. 19, 1905, he, among other things, wrote: "But why should the cause of the Negro he discredited in America? What has he done to deserve such treatment? What has he not done to merit better? It is consolatory of know that all the greatest minds who have ever lived in America and now live there (I say the greatest minds) have given him and do give him the credit he deserves, but they are comparatively few. These few, however, know that the Negro was at the bottom of the civilization of the southern states. This is obvious at the first, the most superficial glance at his history there. Afrize furished the men without whom the vast industrial and agricultural work in the early days would have been impossible. "But the so called dark continent also furnished the women without whom the still more important work of producing the physically and intellectually strong men could not have been accomplished. The greatest statesmen whom the United States have produced were produced in the south, men who chiefly governed the country until the great civil war—George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Meyeroe and all that followed, including Jefferson Davis, John C. Calhoun and Hobert E. Lee. These men all had black nurses, and to this day in the south the traditions of the aunties linger as among the most cherished memories of the aristocratic families. "But since the black auntie has disappeared from her post in the great families and has ceased to preside at the cradle and in the nursery of the south no such men have appeared as distinguished the history of that country before the late unpleasantness. The secret of this deficiency is known to the African. "In geography Africa has been called Arida, Nutrix Leonum—the dry nurse of lions." "So in the early political history of the United States the same description is applicable to the 'gray haired mother of civilization.' Lions in church and state were born out of her struggles and sufferings." In a letter just at hand from Dr. Majola Agdebi, written at Dooland, in the interior of the west coast, he writes; "Dr. Blyden and myself had a touching conference on the steamship Akako on Nov. 19 last. He spoke to me as a father to his son and communicated to me certain thoughts. He was then very poorly from aneurism and was taking a round trip for his health. He then remarked to me that he was living by the day, but before we parted he was brightening up, though one of his eyes has grown dim. He will be eighty years of age on Aug. 3 of this year." Edward Wilmot Blyden was a potent factor in our racial life. There can be no question that his death has left a vacancy which cannot be easily filled. He was a great man, a great scholar, a great Negro, and our African cousins will feel more keenly perhaps than we his loss. He had triple courage, which imparted to him immense strength. His physical bravery knew no fear, his moral heroism was sublime, but above all these was the courage of his great intellect. GOOD NEWS FROM LIBERIA. West African Republic Receives Liberal Financial Aid For Schools. Monrovia, Liberia.—All Liberia is rejoicing over the good news that the American Colonization society has turned over to Dr. Ernest Lyon, the Liberian representative in the United States, $65,511.11, to be used for public and industrial education in the little West African republic. President Howard, members of the cabinet, Commissioner of Education Payne and other prominent personages are loud in [Name] DR. ERNEST LYON. their praises of the interest of the society, as well as the success of Dr. Lyon's efforts. The money turned over will be a great aid to Liberia in its efforts to provide adequate educational facilities. Added to this benefit will be the annual interest of several thousand dollars coming from the Caroline Donvan fund, of which the big sum turned over to Dr. Lyon represents the accrued interest. Dr. Lyon's residence in America is at Baltimore. There is a government college in this city, one supported by the M. E. church, and a number of denominational schools in the interior. The government also supports a number of schools in the interior, but there is a general feeling that the educational facilities should be increased. Dr. Lyon probably knows more about Liberian needs and conditions than any man in America, having served nearly eight years as the American minister and consul general to this country. His knowledge of conditions here was evidenced in his frequent reports to the state department at Washington and in his successful efforts in having a commission sent from the United States in 1900 to study conditions at first hand. Importance of Literary Societies. The reopening of literary organizations and the starting of new debating societies in the various sections of the country this fall are indications of a desire among the people for advancement. The discussion of topics with which individuals have to deal in connection with business, education, religion and morals is always helpful. THE AFRO-AMERICA LEDGER PERSONNEL OF TRUSTEES Third Anniversary of the Pastorate of the Rev. Dr. William M. Moss Occasion For Special Effort to Increase Amount of Building Fund—Features of Work. Brooklyn.—The celebration of the third anniversary of the pastorate of the Rev. Dr. William M. Moss of the Concord Baptist church in this city, Sunday, Oct. 19, was attended by great throngs of people from most all sections of Greater New York. Overflow services were held in the church in the morning, afternoon and evening. The pastor preached two eloquent and scholarly sermons besides delivering a most timely address to the Sunday school. As a forerunner of the main celebration the officials and members of the church decided several months ago to observe Sunday, Oct. 12, as financial rally day and subsequently opened sub- ROBERT LEE WILLIAMS. scription books for plodges toward the building fund for the proposed new church edifice for which plans and specifications have already been drawn, submitted and accepted. The day's services were ushered in with a praise meeting in the morning, followed by a special sermon and the rally day exercises of the Sunday school in the afternoon. The climax of interest came at 7:30 in the evening when reports were heard on the result of the subscription campaign which amounted to $236. The grand total for the day from all sources was $1,155.43. Of this amount the Sunday school contributed $0.18 and the board of ushers $50. There were several large gifts by individual members and friends. Dr. Moss' labors during the year have covered many interests in and out of his own field. He has made hundreds of visits, delivered many special sermons and addresses. With the co-operation of the members and officials he has shown both the need and possibilities of having a larger meeting house to accommodate the rapidly increasing membership in both church and Sunday school. The board of trustees, nine in number, is composed of men of excellent judgment in the management of church affairs, some of whom have served on the board for nearly thirty years. Lewis II. Berry, chairman of the board, is one of the best known men in the membership. He is a fine specimen of true Christian manhood and a church financier of long years of experience. He is a liberal contributor and exerts a wholesome influence in all departments of the church. His activities cover a period of over thirty years. Graham H. Carter, secretary of the board, has held that position for more than twenty-five years. It is largely due to his accuracy that the church has enjoyed a continuous reign of peace in relation to its finances. Thomas P. Mosley, treasurer of the church, knows more about the banking business than the average person generally found holding such a responsible position in churches or secular organizations. He readers monthly reports of receipts and disbursements to the church at its regular meeting for business. Mr. Robert Lee Williams, collector of church dues, has served in that capacity for nearly a score of years. He is faithful to the task assigned to him and is never absent when it is possible for him to be present. He taught the men's class in the Sunday school up to two years ago, serving in all about eighteen years. He is a native of Farmville, Va., but has resided north for over twenty-five years. He came here from Binghamton, N. Y. The other members of the board are also men of ripe business experience. They are Charles J. Crowder, Matthew B. Tussell, Alfred R. Nash, Charles H. Vann and Edward L. Fainton. Each member of the board keeps a personal account of all money received and knows of all dischargements. George F. King Makos Northern'Tour George F. King, the well known newspaper correspondent of Wilson, N.C. is making a brief trip north business in connection with his work. While in New York he will attend the emancipation expedition, which encapsulated suspiciously on Wednesday, Oct. 22. I wish to announce to the general 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, FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Expert Embalming, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Funerals Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages for hire for all occasions. Who can urnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. 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Waters has received many congratulations on his appointment by the Governor to represent Maryland at the Philadelphia celebration. Mrs. Lizzie Anderson and Mrs. May Spriggs are succeeding admirably as hair culturists. They have for their patrons some of the best white persons in the town. Miss Emma Tindley of Philadelphia, will return the first Sunday in November to sing at the John Wesley Church. Mr. S. T. Houston is out after a severe illness. Mrs. Fannie Jolly, of Cambridge was a visitor at the parsonage of John Wesley church for a few days. Mrs. Julia U. Langston is somewhat indisposed. Pocomoke Jottings (Special) to The Airo-American Ledger. Pocomoke City Oct. 21—Revival services are still in progress at Mt. Zien M. E. Church. Mr. George Parsons, of Somerset Co. and Miss Rosa Johnson of Fairmount, were quietly married at the residence of Mr. Frank Cropper the groom's uncle, last Wednesday evening. Rev. C. W. Shockley performed the ceremony. Mr. Oliver H. Bond left Saturday for Sharpteown, Md., where he will take charge of a school. Rev. J. S. Collins left on Monday for Baltimore this week to attend the mid-winter conference of the A. A. E. Church. A good many of the people here are still working in the canneries. Mrs. Mamie Johnson, of Salisbury was in the city Sunday. Cambridge Cullings Special to the Afro-American Ledger. Cambridge Md. Oct. 22—The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Stafford, 214 Cedar street, died Monday. Mrs. Charles H. Turner, of Easton, Md., visited her son and saughter, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Turner last week. Cambridge was visited by one of the severest wind storms that has ever struck this place and a great deal of damage was done. Dr. S. J. Sally is still on the sick list but is greatly improved. Our schools have shown a decided improvement in the past week and a still larger attendance is expected in the next few weeks. Dr. Hertzfield preached at Bethel Church last Sunday. Mr. Hard Times has about left town as every one who will work can find plenty to do at this time of the year in Cambridge. St. Michaels Happenings (Special to the Afro-American Ledger.) St. Michaels, Md., Oct. 22—The trustees of the A. M. E. Zion church held a successful rally Sunday. Mr. James Kirby collected the largest amount. Messrs. John Newman and Robert Hall have returned from a brief visit to Baltimore. Mrs. Perc Jewett, of Admore Pa., is visiting here. Mr. F. Bayer has returned from Ridigely Md., where he spent the past five months. Rev. T. E. Roach has gone to Salisbury, where he will preach for Rev. E. D. W. Jones. He leaves Salisbury Saturday for New York where he will preach at Rush Memorial Church. Quarterly meeting will be held at the Zion church this Sunday. Rev., C. W. Downs of Berlin, Md., preached at Union M. E. church Sunday. The public school opened here Monday. Mrs. Helen Turner has again been appointed principal. Some of Mrs. Turner's former pupils are married and gray head- ed. Miss Lavinia Downs has been appointed for another year, and Mrs. M. B. Orms, of Washington is one of the new teachers. Mr. John Davis, of Baltimore is visiting relatives here. Cumberand Notes. (Steepial to The Afro-American Ledger.) Cumberland Md., Oct. 22- Messrs. George T.-Jackson and E. T. Rhodes with their families motored to the Hagerstown fair last Thursday. There were also a number of citizens who went by rail. Mrs. J. D. Jackson, Rosa Davis Charity Baker, Jennie Bailey and Rosa Rhodes accompanied Dr. Jackson to Frostburg Thursday night where he made an address at the harvest home festival. The night schools opened last week with a large enrollment. Prof. Overton and the other teachers are much encouraged over the outlook. At the A. M. E. Church'Sunday Rev. Jackson delivered the first of a series of sermons, subject "A message from hell." Dr. Snarks delivered an address at the Men's Day services. Mrs. Charity Baker, S. E. Jackson and Jennie Bailey spent Tuesday visiting in Paw Paw. W. Va. Miss Marie Orram, the public school teacher. Mrs. Alice Washington and Miss Cora Scott are on the sick list. The people of Myersdale, are preparing to hold an anniversary celebration in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation Mr. James A. Gilmore and Miss Mary E. Martin of Piedmont, W. Va., were married at Bethel parsonage on Monday. Rev. Jackson officiated. The Metropolitan Sunday School will give a halloween concert at which the girls will be auctioned off to the highest bidders. The Denson Brothers have opened a restaurant on Mechanic street. Miss Dora Massey left on Friday to spend the winter in Philadelphia. Rev. Jackson is in Baltimore attending the mid-winter conference. Catonsville Briefs (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Catonsville. Md., Oct. 23—Mrs. Martha Davis returned Monday to Atlantic City after spending one week with her daughter. Mrs. Laura Squirrell. Mr. and Mrs. Colbert Nelson are receiving congratulations on the birth of a son. The mother and child are doing well. Mrs. Nelson was Miss Mary Copeland before her marriage. A surprise party was given Mr. Julius Smith on Monday night by Mr. Phillip Ray, Mr. Edward Fye and others. Mr. Smith has been sick all during the summer, and the surprise was very pleasing to him. He was presented with a large nurse and some groceries. Margaret, the five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alonza Dorsey, who died last Saturday, was buried Monday. She resided at 529 N. Mount street, but formerly lived in Catonsville. Miss Grace Phe and her sister, Mrs. Edward Harris, motored to Howard county last Thursday. The trip was an enjoyable one. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Rawlings had as their guests Sunday, Messrs. Rozzie Laws, Isaac Matthews and Rachel Johnson and Miss Sallie Stewart, of Baltimore. Rev. and Mrs. Harvey Johnson closed their home here Monday and moved to their home in the city. Mrs. Laura Whitfield has returned to her home in Havre De Grace after spending a few days as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Henson, of 124 Winters avenue. A sermon will be preached to St. Mary's Household, No. 3, at Grace A. M. E. Church Sunday night, by the presiding elder Rev. D. G. Hill. A Republican Club was organized on last Friday night and elected Mr. Oden Williams, as president. Corner-Stone Laid (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Winchester Md., Oct. 22—The dedication of the new Robinson's A. M. E. Church took place Sunday with impressive services. The dedication sermon was preached by Bishop Coppin to an audience of over three hundred persons. The members of the church had been organized in companies of ten and the collection of the day amounted to over three hundred dollars. Rev. E. T. Addison is the pastor of the church. To Celebrate Harvest Home (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Long Green. Md., Oct. 22—The annual harvest home will open Sunday at Zion A. M. E church and continue during the week. $100 was raised during the rally at the church last Sunday. Mrs. Martha Roberts wife of M. Emory Roberts died last Thursday and was buried from Mt. Zion Church. She leaves her husband and two small children. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Rev. J. W. Manokey, of Washington, conducted the services at Roland Park M. P. Church last Sunday. Rev. A. Baker is the pastor. Mr. Garfield Brown no has been a butler in a priv: family at Roland Park for the p ten years has been presented a p e of fifty dollars by his empl oys for his faithful services. A successful concert was given by a committee of ladies headed by Mrs. S. P. Scott, at the Rotand Park M. P. Church. President E. W. Sco paid an official a visit to the Lenn Avenue Church last Sunday. Mr. William Matthews, of Argyle avenue, has moved to Roland Park where she will make her future home. Nanticoke Items 'Special to The Afro-American Ledger.' Nanticoke, Md., October 24.—Rev W. A. 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BALTIMORE, OCT. 25, 1913. "There are those who cry peace, peace, when there is no peace." We shall have a word to say next week on the political situation. Anything worth having is worth sacrificing something for it. Stick a pin here. We have simply got to stand by our guns until the fight is over, no matter how long it takes to get it over and done with. The colored people of this city must not get it into their heads that the segregation matter is settled. It is not settled, and by the help of God and our good white friends, it will not be settled until it is settled right. We propose to keep up the fight if it takes all summer and winter too for that matter: That was a great meeting at Bethel Church last Monday night. The fact that this great edifice was crowded to the doors was evidence that something more than usual was in the air. We must have more of these meetings in every section of the country. The people, white and black must be aroused to doing the things which are right. The question is one that now concerns this whole country, and is by no means local. It is touching every point, it has now become a national one, and the Southern Bourbon has made it so. "Whom the gods would destroy they first make mad." Were the issues which brought on the Civil War settled or not? From the present attitude of the Democratic party, now in power, and almost entirely dominated by the Southern element of that party, it seems as if they were not. Will these issues have to be fought over again, and if so by whom? Is it possible for ten millions of people to live among eighty other millions and become nothing more than serfs? Especially in this modern twentieth century civilization? These are questions which concern the white people of this country as much as it concerns the colored people, for in the language of Dr. Booker T. Washington. "No man can keep another If it is the intention of the white people to keep the colored man down; to deprive him of his God given rights, then he must stay down in the ditch in order to keep him there. If he is constantly going to practice repression and wrong, then he must stultify his own manhood and that of his race to keep it up. Some one has said "as a man thinketh so he is." Then if this be true, if the white man is going to keep up the practice of defying his own laws and the laws of God, then there must come to him in the long run the punishment that comes to all who wilfully disregard that which is right and just in dealing with all men. When asked: "Who is my neighbor?" The Master gave a concrete example of the Good Smaritan, and incidentally had a word to say in reference to neighborly conduct. Is it neighborly to take any man's rights away from him because one has the power and might to do so? It is not, and those who practice it will in the end find, that while the mills of the Gods grind slowly they do grind exceedingly fine, and nothing escapes, tho sometimes it is a long time in getting to the mill. Nothing is ever settled until it is settled right, and if this great country is to be dominated from one end of it to the other by reactionaries, it will find in the course of time that it will be called upon to pay the full price for its folly. AN INCIDENT WHICH EXPLAINS. Colored people, generally, are interested in the matter of Negro Bishops in the Episcopal Church. They are interested in everything looking to the elevation of the race. The colored men in the Episcopal Church who have been forwarding the Negro Bishop movement are not generally understood. They do not seek to disturb present relations whereby colored and white share in the same convention. In fact, they are not asking for "Negro Bishops." What they are trying to do, is just this. They seek to amend the present Constitution of General Convention, so that the House of Bishops may have power, upon the request of two or more Bishops, and their diocesan conventions, to constitute such territory as a "racial district" and place over such territory a Negro Bishop. The present effort is simply to have the law amended so that the thing can be done. Something which happened 35 years ago will clearly explain the necessity and importance of the present matter. In the county of Brunswick, Virginia, a devoted white woman, a Mrs. Buford, had, by her example, labored so successfully among the colored people of that and the adjoining county, that an entire colored denomination, then in Union Apostolic Church with one Bishop, 20 preachers, and over two thousand communicants, knocked at the doors of the Episcopal Church in Virginia and asked to be received, as a body, into communion with that church. The Virginia convention tried to persuade the General Convention to permit an organization, with a Negro Bishop, for that State. The House of Bishops took the ground that it could not "provide special organizations for various classes of persons in the one family of God." And, thus, the opportunity was lost. The theory of the House of Bishops is alright, but there exists a condition of affairs in the Southern States which must be faced. The theory of the House of Bishops is not workable in the South. Thus it is, that those who stand firmly by this theory, and, on the other hand, that small section of Southerners who believe that the "Episcopate" is too good a thing for the Negro to have, unite in preventing a realisation for Missionary Districts, with Negro Bishops. Consciously, or unconsciously, they also unite to prevent their church from exercising a commanding influence for good in the life and progress of Negro people. The race leaders, in all of our other churches, need the cooperation and help of just such men as would, very likely be Bishops in the Episcopal Church, did its canon law permit. Through such, as in no other way possible, could the fullness of the power and good will of white Episcopalians be brought helpfully to bear upon the great problem of race amelioration. Seldom in the past has the political situation in Maryland presented such confusion with respect to the safest course for colored men to pursue. What was once the Grand Old Party so far as Maryland is concerned, is a thing of the past. In fact, neither one of the political parties offer any good and substantial reasons why colored men should THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER vote for its candidates. All of them deal in the usual generalities, but when it comes to the question of human rights and civil liberty, whatever may be in their platforms, we know that it spells only of the white man. Inasmuch as all intelligent and thoughtful men of the race are called upon, practically, to make their own ticket, by a wise and judicious selection, whether we vote for men on the so called Republican ticket, or on the Progressive ticket, we should ever keep in mind, that on both sides are men who can not be counted upon to do the square thing by colored citizens, and unless there be no other available material of known quality we could hardly be excused in voting for absolutely unreliable men simply because they are on a certain ticket. Especially is it important with respect to the men voted for members of the State Legislature. We admit freely that it is a difficult proposition, but that is all the more why we should use the utmost care in casting our ballots The best advice we can give is for each one to carry his conscience in the matter, and vote for the men he has reason to believe will more surely stand for righteousness, and fair dealing, on behalf of all the citizens of the state. REVIVING THE ABOLITION SPIRIT REVIVING THE ABOLITION SPIRIT Continued from page 1 ble forces for evil without adequate conception or provision of the dangers he was inviting." Mr. Villard declared that he had known President Wilson for the past twenty years and that he had supported him for the Presidency, but that "nowhere do we find that his democracy is not limited both by the sex line and the color line. He is far behind the times in his steadfast opposition to woman suffrage. He fails utterly to see that to discriminate in his democracy against anyone is to bring his whole carefully reared edifice to the ground. The principles upon which our democracy rests must apply to everybody without discrimination, exactly as a law or science." He paid his respects to Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo for his alleged part in segregation at Washington and declared that after he has retired from office "the mischief of segregation will go on unceasingly" and that "the division of Register of the Treasury will speedily be known as the 'nigger division.' "I shall lose no opportunity" he concluded, "to preach the doctrine of peaceful rebellion and revolution against discrimination of any kind, whether it be against Jew or Chritsian, colored or white, Chinese or Japanese. I am all the more strengthened to make my protest now because of the fact that through voice and pen I have long been an ardent supporter and champion of President Wilson; when president of Princeton I fought on his side in his battles at Princeton University, when he was in Trenton and in the presidential campaign which resulted in his election, I voted for him. All the greater responsibility is upon me, I take it, to use my influence with the administration t. set it right when it goes wrong—when it allies itself with the forces of reaction, when it wittingly or unwittingly puts itself on the side of every torturer of every oppressor, of every perpetrator of racial injustice in the South or North. If that be treason make the most of it." A big audience is expected to hear Oswald Garrison Villard and Rev. John Haynes Holmes and others attack segregation in the departments at a massmeeting which will be held in Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, Washington, his Monday night. PROTEST TO PRESIDENT. Upon motion of W. Ashbie Hawkins, strong resolutions protesting President Wilson against segregation in the government departments at Washington were unanimously adopted. A copy of the resolutions was immediately telegraphed the President. Following the speechmaking, a collection of nearly two hundred dollars was taken to aid the work here. A large number of subscriptions were also taken. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will hold its annual session here next April, and prominent men and women from all parts of the country are expected to attend. The association is now engaged in fighting race proscription in various sections of the country and has just engaged an attorney who will devote his whole time to the legal phases of the work. Every little once in awhile—as Elbert Hubbard says, the musical world is treated with something altogether out of the ordinary, and such is now the case. Baltimore is to be visited by the famous Clef Club Orchestra of New York—an organization of Negro musicians, whose reputation has been heralded throughout the country, and whose concerts are looked forward to as no other musial body in the United States. In this city, the concert will be held at Albaugh's Theater on November 5th. The Boston Symphony Orchestra has filmed Carnegie Hall, in New York "comfortably", but the Clef Club "jammed" it and many were turned away. Miss Natalie Curtis, in the March issue of the Craftsman, speaks of the Carnegie Hall concert, which was given in behalf of the Music School Settlement for Colored People, by the Clef Club, as follows: "It was an astonishing sight, that Negro orchestra (a sort of American Balalaika) that filled the entire stage with banjos, mandolins violins, violas, celli, double basses, here and there a wind instrument, some drums, eloquent in syncopation, and a sonorous background of ten upright pianos, corresponding in efficiency to the cymballo of the Hungarian band. Europe, the conductor, lifted his baton and the orchestra began (with an accuracy of attack that many a greater band might envy) a stirring march by the leader. It was the "Pied Piper" again, for as one looked through the audience, one saw heads swaying and feet tapping to the incisive rhythm, and when the march neared the end, the whole band burst out singing was well as playing, the novelty of this climax—a novelty to the whites, at least—brought forth a storm of tumultuous applause. After that, the audience sat back with a broad smile of enjoyment." Speaking further, she mentions the fact that "two-thirds of them could not read a note when they first joined the organization. They have "picked up", the ability to play an instrument, and, like the Hungarians and Gypsies, when they caught the melody, they were quick to catch by ear their own orchestral parts also, or even to fill in or improise the harmonies,—but always subject to the criticism of the conductor who corrects and drills his musicians carefully at rehearsals. These Negro players who sing also, think nothing of playing a bass part and singing tenor at the same time or of playing alto and singing bass! Yet these are men with only odd hours for practice." The concert at Carnegie Hall was indeed worthy of a first night at the Metropolitan Opera House. It is the one purpose and ambition of the Cef Club to dignify the place of the colored musician in the musical world, and to preserve, encourage, and develop, along natural lines, the real racial expression of the Negro in Music. About two hundred and fifty years ago, when the slave landed on the shores of America, with tribal music of his father fresh in his memory, he doubtless heard the tom toms of the Indians of the South, as well as the hymns and ballads of his masters, all of which helped materially towards the advent of the religious slave songs and plantation melodies, which are fast being lost to the memory of the present generation. This music so full of pathos, religious devotion and emotional power on the one hand, and on the other, so overflowing with humor and irresistable spirit, is the heritage of the Negro composer of today. Harry T. Burleigh, Will Marion Cook, and J Rosamond Johnson, are among the few writers of the race who have had the imagination to feel and see this. Burleigh's "A Jubilee" and "On Bended Knee" are remarkable; and in Cook's "Exhortation"—a baritone solo with chorus, one can almost see the darky deacon of the old days in the South, surrounded by his flock who made devout response to his words. The "exhortation" was a regular part of the old camp meeting service, and Cook has caught with vivid humor the improvisational eloquence of the old deacon whose dramatic appeal has always stirred his listeners to great fervor of repentance and conversion. The "Rain Song," by Cook,—in which "Mr. Simmons" and others tell us when and when not to expect rain, is decidedly picturesque. "When the frog's done changed his yaller vest, An' in his brown suit now he is dressed, An' de blackbird's voice it gits so awful shrill Dat am de time to rain! The few gestures of the soloists who rise up, one by one from different parts of the orchestra and each sing a verse, gives such a delicious touch of realty to the supposed contrasting signs of rain and of clear weather, that at the conclusion the listener feels quite sure with "Mr. Simmons" that "dere ainta gwine ter be no rain ter day." The above mentioned songs with "Swing Along," also by Cook, are featured by the Cefl Club in their concert, along with several of the classics and tango tunes of today, seasoned here and there with a dash of that syncopated harmony—ragtime. So we are brought down from the time of the origin of the Negro folk song, to the time of S. Coleridge-Taylor and the composers of today. "Maori" "Panama," "Wholly Yorus," and "Contentment," all by William H. Tyers, will be conducted by the composer, James Reese Europe, President of the Clef Club, and Conductor of the Orchestra, is the composer of the "Clef Club March," "Benefactors," "A Hot Step," and the "The Strength of the Nation," all of which will appear on the program. Speaking of the last concert the New York Tribune said: "A concert given by Negro musicians, of music written by Negroes, and given with a spirit that must have been a revelation to those who are not aware of the musical proficiency of the African Race." The Evening Post said: "The orchestra was splendid in its swing, rhythm and power, and the singing of its gifted members. Every music lover in New York ought to hear its work. The great audience which crowded Carnegie Hall enjoyed their treat to the utmost." From the Brooklyn Eagle: "Concert goers will or should look backward with pride to remember that they were present at an innovation of music which will doubtless grow to be a power." Death Of Mrs. Annie V. Brown Mrs. Annie V. Brown, widow of the late Charles S. Brown and daughter of Francis A. and Mary C. Miller, departed this life Thursday, October 16th, after a brief illness. She was born at McDaniel, Talbot county 42 years ago. She was a member of Sharp St. Memorial M. E. Church for quite a number of years. The funeral took place from the home of her sister. Mrs. Michael Greene, 1028 Argyle avenue. The services were conducted by Rev. M. J. Naylor, of Sharp St. Church. Prayer was offered by her class leader, Mr. Moses James. She is survived by three sisters, one brother, Mrs. Michael Greene, Mrs. Arthur Dennis, Mrs. Richard Dudley and Mr. Charles Miller. Interment at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. M. George Holland had charge of the funeral arrangements. The family takes this occasion to thank their many friends and relatives for their cards of sympathy and floral designs and all remembrance during their hours of bereavement. Alliance Holds Monthly Meeting The Woman's Missionary Alliance an organization composed of the A. M. E. preachers' wives of Baltimore and vicinity, held its regular monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. F. N. Briscoe, Ellicott City, Wednesday of last week. The alliance is beginning its work for the season, with a new corps of officers. Mrs. M. L. Gaines is president. An interesting paper was read by Mrs. A. M. Wortham on "How can We Provide Better Protection for the Widows of our Ministers?" The discussion of the paper was carried over to the next meeting when some definite plans may be launched following suggestions in he discussion. Rev. John H. Dickerson, of Florida; Messrs. E. S. Baker and W. E. Mosley, both of Kansas City, who were in Washington this week attending the convention of Scottish Rite Masons, and Mrs. Minnie L. Crosthwait of Kansas City; Mrs. M. Pinner and Mrs. Nannie Mayfield, both of Norfolk, Va., who were also in Washington attending the session of the Golden Circle, were the guests of local members of the two bodies at a luncheon given at the residence of Mrs. George E. Frey 106 Linden avenue, Wednesday. We noticed an article in one of the local dailies this week under the caption "Snobbery in the Schools" and we certainly wish we had the space to reproduce it in full as it should be read by every parent who has a child in school. The article in question told how parents were making snobs of their children by sending them to school dressed in extravagant clothes, when they could not afford it and how other children sometimes stopped going to school because they could not wear clothes as good as their schoolmates. This is a serious question and while we would not go so far as to say that a uniform should be adopted as was suggested by the writer of the article, but we do think that it should be plainly understood that extravagance of dress is not desired of children attending the public schools. We have in mind a young boy who left the high school a few years ago, because he "could not afford to dress like the other boys." Of course we attribute a good deal of things like this to false training and false pride. The teachers can do a great deal to shatter this idea of dress in the minds of the pupil by teaching and preaching cleanliness and neatness rather than extravagance. We can well remember in the old school days when "mammy cut" trousers, coats and dresses were the rule rather than the exception, when a suit or a dress had to run the gamut from the oldest down to the youngest before it was cast aside. And with all this the pupils of that day were clean and neat and thought more of their lessons than they did of the prevailing styles in cloths. Parents, teach your children saneness in dress and perhaps you will have less trouble with them. We are still waiting with patience for some signs of life in our local Business League. If there ever was a time when a League was needed in this city it is certainly the present. Now when we are being segregated and kicked and knocked around by our white neighbors, the business man should come into his own. If we must be segregated, why not make the most of it by exploiting the many business enterprises in which we are engaged and urge it upon every member of the race to patronize as far as possible our own business enterprises. No one business man can do this by himself, but if all the business men were combined and made a concentrated effort along this line, the ends would certainly justify the means. It would not only mean more business enterprises, and more money but to those already engaged in business, more men and women given employment and a general help to the commercial life of our people in this city. We get together in our churches, schools, lodges, and social gatherings, why not in our business relations. For goodness sake will somebody put a fire cracker under the slumbering business league. We have heard nothing from the colored department of the Anti-Saloon League for sometime. 'Smatter? Dead? Mrs. Pankhurst, the "Carrie Nation" of the London suffragettes in our midst. She is quoted as having said in reference to the colored women voting that "she (the colored women) would have to be dealt with according to the conditions in the community in which she lived." Funny thing, while these "suffering yet" want the moral support of the black women in their fight for the ballot, they have not the backbone to come out and make a firm and uncompromising fight for votes "for all women." We are of the opinion that disfranchisement will not be one of the things "cured" by giving women the ballot. BOOSTER KNOCK The funeral of Jeremiah Payne, who died at his late home, 732 W. German street, after a brief illness on Thursday of last week, was held at Perkins Square Baptist Church last Sunday afternoon. Rev. F. R. Williams officiated, assisted by Rev. Twisby, of New York. Interment was n Mt. Auburn Cemetery. The deceased was born in Northumberland county, Va., 63 years ago. For the 25 years previous to the installation of white waitresses at Camden Station he served as headwaiter there. He was an active member of Perkins Square Baptist Church, being senior deacon there. He was an active member of the Odd Fellows. His wife, Mrs. Mary Payne; one daughter, one son, two sisters and two brothers survive. NOTICE At her residence, 739 George St On or about October 15. The friends and public are invited to inspect the parlors. Free Manicure to each customer on Opening Day. 10m4t 1530Druid Hill Avenue 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, on sale. Give it a trial. The members of the Eva Jenifer Neighborhood Club cordially invite their friends to an at home on Friday evening, November 7, 1913, from S to 10 at the Settlement House, 1548 N. Calhoun street. Miss Mamie Thomas, formerly of 1332 Etting street, is now located at 1924 Etting street. Hair culture, hair combings, hair tonics and pomads. Agent for the People's Benefit and Fraternal Society. Boys Wanted Between the ages of 9 and 17 yrs. to form a Brigade of Pythian Cadets of Maryland. For further information, address Gen. Lewis E. Willfams, 1104 N. Carey street Baltimore, Md. Meetings are being held Every Wednesday evening 8 o'clock at the above address. WANTED-A girl for general house work in an Apartment. Call 1721 Calvert street, Apartment C after 8 p.m. Mrs. Sarah F. Queen, 1135 Saratoga street, will give a Hallow cen and Mask parto on October 31st, for the benefit of St. Paul Church. Admission 15 Cents. Refreshments ffee, Good music in attendance. Rev. S. H. Norwood, Pastor For Sale or Rent. FOR SALE—Several 2 and 3 story houses on prominent streets, low ground rents, excellent condition, reasonable prices, easy terms. Must be seen to be appreciated. Apply P. H. Pratt, 2-t. 1322 Argyle Ave. FOR SALE—Several 2 and 3 story houses in the North and Northwestern sections at a bargain. Can save $50 to $100 on purchase price. Write B 628 care Afro-American Co. Poultry, Butter & Eggs Stall 94-95 Richmond Market Residence Heathbrook, Roland Park Telephone Tuxedo 281 R Mr. and Mrs. Cabell Calloway Sr., thank their many friends for their expressions of love and sympathy in the death of their beloved son, Cabell, and for the many beautiful floral designs which were sent. I wish to thank the many friends of my recently deceased husband, Jeremiah Payne, for their evidences of sympathy and floral designs, following his demise. We wish to thank the many friends of the late Nathan Queen for their many floral offerings and messages of sympathy following his demise. His wife and children We wish to thank our many friends for their kind attention during the illness of our father, also the many floral designs and sympathy that were extended. Mrs. Jennie Whittington. Mrs. Delia Hill. HALL—Robert T., formerly of Baltimore, but lately of New York, died at his residence 225 E. 35th street, Monday, October 20th and was brought here. He was buried from the funeral parlors of Felix B. Pye, 203 E. Mulberry street Friday, October 24th. He was the son of Martha Hall, of 127 Riverside Drive, N. Y., and was twenty-six years of age. Miss Edith Butler 1230 ETTING STREET Ostrich feathers cleaned, curled and remodeled. All the latest styles in fancy trimmings, also willow plumes made into fancy effects. Telephone, Madison 6597. The pastor who has been away for the past 4 weeks has returned and will fill the pulpit all day. 1200 Druid Hill Avenue You are invited to attend the Services on Sunday, October 26th, 1913 5 p. m. Helping Hand Day SPECIAL NOTICE SPECIAL NOTICE There will be a Sermon to the Widow's Association at St. John's A. M. E. Church, Lexington street near Pine, by the pastor, Rev.L. S. Flagg, on Sunday, October 26, at 7.30 p.m., at which time all widows are most cordially invited to meet in the Lecture Room at S o'clock. Mrs. Laura Rozier, President Mrs. Maggie Henderson, Sec. · NOTICE. British Program The A.C. E. League of Waters A. M. E. Church will render a Women's Day Program this Sunday at 5.44 P. M. Distinguished speakers and good music. Everybody welcome. Miss Mamie Woolford, Pres. Mr. C. A. Carey, Sec'y. Rev. A. L. Gaines, Pastor. The Lord Loves a Cheerful Giver. A Grand Rally of Dorcas Council No. 35, I. O. of St. Luke's, Fourth Sunday, October 26, Sermon at Little St. John's Church, 715 Tessier street at 2 p.m. Rev. L. Mallory will preach the sermon. Thomas Means, W. C. C. W. Simms W. See'y Joseph A. Bratt, W. Treasurer NOTICE Come and enjoy a hearty laugh. The Equity Dramatic Circle will render two dramas entitled "Much Married" and "Butglars" Mounday October 27th, S.p. m., at Asbury M.E. Church, for the benefit of Rally, Tribe Napthali. Admission 10 Cents. Julian Ross, president of Circle; Charles T. Stewart, captain of Tribe. Rev. G.E. Curry, Pastor Pythian Contest Rally Penna. Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church, Sunday night, Oct. 26th. Allen Lodge, S. W. Starks Lodge and several others, and Deborah, Star of the Golden Link and several other Courts of Calanthe. $5.00 in Gold will be presented to the Lodge or Court that pays the most money in the Contest Rally. Sermon by Rev. J. W. McDonald, pastor. Sir W. W. Brown, Manager The regular monthly meeting of the Superintendents Union of Baltimore and Vicinity will be held in St. Matthews M. E Church on Thursday, October 30th at S p.m. Sublet for this evening, "Teacher Training in the Sunday School" to be presented by Mr. George I. Simms, president of the International Teacher Training Alumni Association of Baltimore. All supe intendents and interested Sunday school workers are invited to attend. James A. Harris, President Nathan A. Bryan, Secretary A Friend Of The Race Mr. Albrecht, the Republicate For Sheriff, Gains Support It will afford the members of the colored race a great pleasure to vote for W. G. Albrecht, the great Republican candidate for Sheriff. He has been a staunch, true and consistent friend of our people in all their legitimate aspirations. He is making his fight for sheriff in a clean, straightforward manner, and is pledged to a strict business administration of the office. Mr. Albrecht is known more as a business man than as a politician, although he has taken no active part in Republican politics for many years. His large book bindery at 211-13 Sharp street is a veritable beehive of industry, where scores of workers are busily engaged in turning out work for merchants of Baltimore and the entire South. One of the chief factors in building up this extensive and successful business has been the high class workmanship of his employees. Mr. Albrecht, having started at the early age of eleven to earn his living soon afterwards learned the trade of a bookbinder. He has risen by his own energy, perseverance and honesty to his present commanding position in the mercantile world. Being a practical mechanic himself he is naturally in sympathy with his employees, and has supplied them with working conditions not excelled by any plant in the country. He pays the highest wages prevailing in the trade and makes no discrimination against labor, insisting always on the best workers obtainable. The result of this open, fair and straightforward policy is shown in the tremendous growth of his business. Mr. Albrecht is making an energetic campaign for sheriff, and has already received so many assurances of support from all classes of citizens that his election seems assured. The people want the sheriff's office run on business principles and Mr. Albrecht is the man for the "job" Thomas Cornell, Political Agent THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER --- A Wonderful Discovery Agents Wanted. .....Good Money! I want an agent in every village and city to er—A Wonderful Hair Dressing for Ladies, or without Irons, 25 cents per box. One 25 c to any woman. 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During Sale Open Evenings Saturdays at 11 P..EUTAW OPTICAL 308--N Eutaw Str During Sale Open Evenings Until 9 P Saturdays at 11 P. M. TAW OPTICAL PARLO 308--N Futaw Street--308 During Sale Open Evenings Until 9 P. M. Saturdays at 11 P. M. Office Entrance, 308 N. Eutaw Street Next door to Rosenthal's Department Store On West Side of the Street .EIGHTH ANNUAL CONVENTION. Of the Federation of Christian Women of Md. Thursday and Friday, Oct. 30th-31st, 1813. Also Sunday; Nov. 2nd, at 2.30 P. M. Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor. Trinity A. M. E. Church, Linden Avenue and Biddle St. Prominent Speakers will address the Convention: Dr. J. O. Spencer, Dr. D. W. Shaw, W. Ashbie Hawkins, Esq., and Hannah C. Smith, Genl. Sec'y of C. Y. W. A. Three sessions daily. Mrs. Mary F. Handy, Pres. Mrs. E. J. Truxon, Rec. Sec'y. Mrs. C. Carter, Cor. Sec'y. SPECIAL NOTICE—KING DAVID LODGE, No. 5, G. U. O. of Good Hope Will Give A Prize Military Drill NEW GOOD HOPE HALL, 655 W. Lexington Street THURSDAY EVENING, NOV. 6th, 1913 Baltimore and Washington Patriarchies Prof. T. H. Kerr's Orchestra. Prof. Harry Tyler, Floor Manager Committee—Walter Brown, Lawrence Sampson, John Minnis, Annie Hammond, Susie Gross, Emma Johnson, Chair., Eugene Queen, Benj. E. Langston. ADMISSION 20 CENTS. ...The Phonetic Private Dancing School and Studio of Music... Will hold Its First Grand Opening Thursday, October 30th, 1913, 8 P. M. At 1113 Park Avenue. Instructors—Mr. Herbert Y. Savoy, Dancing. Mr. J. W. Dicus, Piano & Harmony Mr. J. I. Garrison, Violin and Mandolin, Piano and Organ. MUSIC FURNISHED FOR ALL OCCASIONS. ADMISSION BY CARD ONLY. ```markdown ``` The Diamond Anniversary of Ebenezer A. M. E. Sunday School Will take Place Snnday, November 16th, 1913, at 2.30 P. M. All Sunday Schools invited to participate with us. A special progaam will be rendered. Silver Offering at the Door. CHARLES TOLSON, Supt. REV. J. W. NORRIS, Pastor. Grand Jubilee Work, Nov. 16-23. Special Attractions each Night. Notice! Notice! Notice! THE THIRTY-EIGHTH ANNIVERSARY SERVICES OF BRILLIANT STAR LODGE, G. U. O. OF ODD FELLOWS Will be held at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church; Montgomery St., near Charles, Sunday, Nov. 2nd, 1913, at 3 P. M. All members will assemble in the lecture room at 2 P. M. The public invited. John E. English, P. N. F. Spencer H. Jones, N. F. Albert Franklin, N. G. John H. Sunkett, V. G. Col. Hamilton N. Hayes, Cnairman. P. N. F. Wm. R. Bond, Secretary. Galilean Fishermen's Hall, Biddle St., near McCulloh Thursday Evening, Nov. 6th, 1913. Music by Kerr's Orchestra. There will be $10.00 given away in prizes. Every one holding a coupon will be entitled to draw for a prize on the night of the entertainment. All are welcome. Committee of Arrangements: R. G. Addison, Chair. Austin Burgess, Secy. Admission 25 Cents. Refreshments. THE MAGIC IS 9 IN LONG SHAMPOO DRIER NEG CO. THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S.$100 POSTAGE PAID Agents Wanted. Write for Literature. Magic Shampoo Drier Co. Minneapolis, Minn. Made Selling It. Sell The Magic Hair Grow-Used a Straightner, with tent box will prove its valve man that uses one box of released that they will con- will forward you by mail a how to use it. Persons we will send them a supply send all money by Money GROWER ON HABOR, Nov. 6. ON! EARERS 10 Day Sale 75C. s Until 9 P. M. P. M. PARLORS.. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH Sharp St. near Montgomery Rev. Ernest Lyon, D. D., Pastor 10.30 a. m. Class. 11 a. m. Special sermon by pastor. 3 p. m., All local preachers of John Wesley Church will meet the pastor at the church. 8 p. m. Sermon by Rev. C. H. Steptau, D. D., P. E. of the Baltimore District A. M. E. Church. Friday evening, Oct. 31, annual Love Feast will be held. All members are requested to be present. R. E. Hill, Supt. Mrs. B. A. Soden, Pres. A. E. L. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Rogers and Lexington Streets Rev. Geo. E. Curry, Pastor 11 a.m., Our congregation will worship with Metropolitan. Sunday School at 2:00 p. m. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 7.30 p. m., Epworth League. 7.30 p. m., Sacred concert under the direction of Mr. Washington C. Dorsey Silver offering at the door. All cordially invited. 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 Leader 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2 p. m. Sunday School, Mr. Henry Johnson, Superintendent 5 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m. Preaching by pastor. WHATCOAT M. E CHURCH Franklin and Pine Sts. "King's Hill Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor. Residence; 618 Dolphin Street. 11 a.m. The pastor will deliver the famous "Railroad Sermon." Don't miss the train for Heaven. 3. p. m. Sunday School. 4.30 p. m., Epworth League Prof. Lindsay, the great musician, will sing and play. 7.45 p. m. Sermon by pastor to the Linden Beneficial Society. Wednesday, Oct. 29. Sermon by Rev. J. O. Custis of Handy Mem. Church, his choir and congregation. Don't fail to come Prayer meeting Wednesday night. J. F. Crowner Chorister, W. C. Tongue, Supt. Thomas Johnson, Pres. E. L. ST.MARK'S M.P. CHURCH Sharp St. near Montgomery St. Rev. Roy B. Mohr, Pastor 11 a, m., Preaching by Rey. Chas. C. Corsters. EASTERN M. E. CHURCH Rev. S. R, Hughes. Pastor 10.30 a. m., Experience meeting and Bible Class. 11 a. m., Preaching by pastor, subje t, "Back to Mother." 2 p. m., Sunday School 7.30 p. m., Epworth League 8 p. m., Sermon by pastor, subject, "Sacred Halos." All are welcome ST. MATTHEW'S M. E. CHURCH E. 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 4 p. m., Epworth League. 3 p. m., Address by Mrs. Mary R. Burkett of Reisterstown. Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt M. I. Eulner Pres. E. L. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Subject, "The 4th Commandment." 2. 30 p. m. Sunday School. 33 p. m. Sermon by the Rev. Acquilla Brooks to the praying and singing bands of Baltimore. 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Sermon by the Pastor to the Nonpariel Society. Series of Special Sermons 7 11 a. m. Subject, "How long halt between two opinions" 2 30 p. m., Sunday School 3 p. m., Sermon by Rev. A. Brown of Leadheadd Baptist Church. His choir and congregation. 8 p. m., Special sermon by the pastor to Allen, S. W. Starks and other lodges. Deborah, Star of the Golden Link and other Courts of Calanthe of Knights of Pythias. Subject, "The Potentiality of Friendship." W. W. Brown; Supt. St. Luke's Union A. M.E. Church THE HOMELIKE CHURCH Spring St. near McElderry. Rev. Dr. C. Edward Brown, Pastor 515 North Caroline Street 9 a. m. Class Meeting. Bro. R. L. Carter, Leader. 11 a. m. Sermon 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. Moses Johnson, Supt. 3.30 p. m., Special semon to the Juvenile of the B, S. S., and D, of Job by the Pastor. 4.30 p. m.; Prayer meeting. 5 p. m. League Service. 8 p. m. Sermon by Pastor. A welcome to all Universal Methodist Episcopal Church of CHRIST INSTITUTION Ensor Street Rev. G. W. Kennard, Pastor 41 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Acquilla Brooks. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 7.30 p. m., Sermon by Rev. H. J. Jackson. 11th Annual Woman's Day Waters A.M.E. Church Sunday, Oct. 26 11 a. m.; Sermon by Rev. R. Mason Frey. 3 p. m., Sermon by Mrs. Ida Nelson 7.30 p. m., Platform Meeting Addresses by Mesdames Mary F. Handy, K. Bertha Hurst, C. H. Stepteau, Emma Truxon, and Cornelia Anderson. The Magdalene Court of Calanthe and invited Courts will be present Report of Women's Day Tribes Mrs. M. O. Banton, president; Mrs. Mary A. Sanders, secretary; Mrs. Lavinia Woingust, chairman ushers committee; Mrs. Ella Woolford, chairman of Finance Committee; Mrs. Susie Chase, chairman program committee; Mrs. Annie Waters, chairman registration committee; Miss Mamie Woolford, chairman music committee. Rev. A. L. Gaines, Pastor PAYNE A. M.E. CHUROH Rally of States Sunday, Oct. 26. Special services will be held all day. 11 a. m., Preaching by Rev. M. W. Travers. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 3.30 p. m., Preaching by Rev. L. M. Beckett. 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League. 7.30 p. m. Short talk by pastor and general roll call of states. All members are kindly requested to report early to their Governor, so they will be able to make a full report. Strangers are always welcome. Chas. E. Dorsey, Supt. James E. Nealy, Pres. A. E. L. TRINITY A. M. E, CHURCH Linden Ave, and Biddle St. Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m., Preaching 6.30 p. m. A. C. E. L. 7.30 p.m. Bishop L. J. Coppin will speak to the Young Men's Association The auxiliary societies may make their report in the morning, if ready. The captains will report at night after the public collection has been taken up. We hope every member will pay $3 it this rally by Sunday night. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery street, bet. Charles and Hanover Rev. J. W. Norris, D. D. Pasto Grand Rally Day 11 a.m., sermon by pastor. Subject. "Hand writing on the wall." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League, 8.00 p. m., Opening Service. Sermon by pastor. Grand Rally March. John Murray, Pres. League Charles Tolson, Superintendent ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carlton Sts. Rev. P. J. Jordan, D. D. Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by Presiding Elder S. M. Johnson. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. We invite Parents and friends to this service. Cradle Roll Day. 4.30 p. m., Allen League Good program. 8 p. m. Sermon by Presiding Elder. H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. William Butler, Pres. League We welcome friends and visitors to these services The First Big Union Meeting, Rally Day. Average S1 a Minute Service HANDY MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Baker and Bruce Streets Rev. John Offer Costis, Pastor 10.45 a.m. Sermon by Rev. L. M. Beckett, D. D., Evangelist and sweet songster. Mrs. Florence E. Taylor, president. 2. p. m., Baby Rally. Mrs. Victoria Harris, Supt. B. D. 3. p. m., A big union meeting. Ministers, Choirs and Handy reports. A Sermon by Bishop L. J. Coppin., D. D. to the Mrs. Fannie Jackson Coppin Sunshine Circle of Handy. Mrs. S. E. Johnson, Pres of the Handy Circle, Organizer. Miss Rosa Pierson, pres. Bethel Church choir will s:ng. S. p. m., Special sermon to all widows and maids. Members of Bethel Church invited A cordial welcome to all Mrs. Sarah E. Johnson, Pres. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton Street near W. Baltimore St. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10 a. m., Class. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Dr. Wilson 2 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m., Rev. Dr. Watkins of Enon Baptist Church. His chair and congregation. 6.30 p. m. Opening of C. E. L. 6.30 p. m. Preaching, by pastor to St. Mary's Household of the Seven Wisemen. Other lodges invited. Please report all books. GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Dolphin and Etting Sts Rev. W. E. Williams, D. D., Minister The Manse, 623 W. Lanvale St. 1 a.m., sermon by the Minister subject, "Christ's Appeal." 3.00 p. m., Sunday School 8 p. m., Sermon by the minister subj., "Heaven: The Way." Lecture and Prayer Service every Wednesday, 8 p. m. Mrs. Eulalia Reid Calloway, Directress Wr. Anderson, Sunt 7TH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave, ane Robert St. G. P. Rodgers, Pastor. Services every Sabbath—Saturday 10 a. m., Sabbath School 11.30 a. m., preaching service 3.30 p. m., Young People's Society Special service Sunday night., Oct. 26, 8 p. m. Subject, "How the devil fools the world." A question and answer service each evening. All Invited Good/Music TRAVELING THROUGH STATE OF TEXAS The Colonel Still Hiking It And Meeting Many Prominent Busi- Palestine, Texas.—To be in Texas is to be far from where I was when I wrote to you the last time. When I took my pen in hand to scribe you a few lines the last time I, was in Chicago. Sunday morning I went out to Evanston and had a few words to say there to the people Sunday morning in shape of a sermon. I had invitation from Rev. E. H. Fletcher to speak for him Sunday morning, and Sunday evening I spoke for Rev. J. F. Thomas, pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church. About 11.30 I said good bye to private secretary and other officials and then went to the Wabash, took a bed car for St. Louis, Mo., reaching there the next morning about 7 o'clock. I reached there on time. Well, I wish you could have seen meoting my big heavy trunks. I just had to stop and rest two or three times. While stopping some white boys passing through to help the people to tote their things saw me, and one of them said: "Old man you will have to move on with them things." "Attend to your business was this individual's reply." He said something else, and I threatened to smash him and he went back to the stable, and returned with a man who wore a cap and on it was "Sation Master." Well he walked side ways and looked at me, and I tried to see just how far back I could stretch my back. He looked and then walked up and said "Colonel do you want a lift?" "Yes" came the reply from me, "come here boy and tote these things to the parcel room." Now that white boy who had ordered me to move, started to go right on as if I had not spoken to him, but the white man called him and told him to give me a lift and I added "you must learn that your mission here is to assist passengers and not to order them around." He tated them heavy things of mine to the parcel room, and I thanked him and he walked away like a little cur. I found Rev. Dr. Sampson Brooks, awaiting my arrival and he escorted me to his home after which I called out to see some friends. Met Madam Motia, who is now conducting a school of elocution and expression. Found Mrs. Nettie Wood as busy as could be getting her letters out for the pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. Church. Called on the Grand Worthy Counsellor of Calanthe in Missouri, and then went to see another friend. It was Grand Chancellor Lloyd. All were getting ready to receive Supreme Chancellor Green, and the new Supreme Keeper of Records and Sea, Dr. E. E. Underwood, and John T. T. Warren, of Hct Springs. They were coming to receive the office and turn over to Dr. Underwood. I remained in town all day, visiting friends, and then started for Newport, Ark. I was expected there by Rev. G. J. Robinson, who is pastor of the place. Dr. Robinson had invited me to come to the city to make a few remarks in his place. He is one of the preachers in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. He carried me to see Mrs. Caroline Dye. I never saw so many people go to see one woman in my life, but they were there from all parts of the country to consult her about various things. They were there, and I tell you there were more white people to see her than our own people. Rich and poor, travel for miles to have her tell them something. They tell me, when people get in trouble, they go and tell her, and she hears the story, and then tells them whether or not they can get out or what will become of them. People have been convicted and she has told them they would go home, and they went home. She has told people to go to the Governor, and there would be a pardon for them and it has been just as she said. Money after money is just put in her lap. She owns seven farms, and I don't know how much real estate. I spent the night at the home of Prof. Wheller's thence to Malvern, Ark., the next day, and Texarkana, the next day, and Friday, I reached Clarksville, Texas, and found Dr. G. M. Munchus, with his double span of horses in a buggie awaiting my arrival. He certainly did give me a royal reception. Dr. Munchus is just a leading young physician, who is making good use of his time. He owns ten rent houses, one farm, and I am not able to tell you how many lots he owns, on which he is going to put houses from time to time. He is a good doctor. I accepted his invitation to visit Clarksville and was the guest at his home. His wife is the sister of Dr. N. T. Wallis' wife. In Clarksville, I met Miss A. E. Hughes, who is conducting her own drug store. She knows her business and is doing good work. Leaving Clarksville last Saturday morning I came right on to this place, as the guest of Dr. D. J. Crawford, who is pastor of the Antioch Baptist Church, and who is one of the leaders in the Baptist faith in Texas. His wife is considered one of the leaders in the Baptist faith in Texas. His wife is considered one of the best dressmakers in this neck of the woods. Met Rev. E. M. Griggs, D. D., the banker preacher. He certainly has reached the hearts of the Texas people, and he is well known throughout the state. He is a banker of course, and a man of money and influence. "Lyrics of the Southland," is the name of a book of poems which has reached me recently from the pen of Emory Elrage Scott, a young man who lives in Chicago and who is destined to fill a place like that held by Paul Lawrence Dunbar. To read the poems you will at once recognize that a master mind has been at work. "A Denunciation of Satan," "Footsteps That Falter," "Mandy Jane," are some of his best productions. The book contains 93 pages and every page contains a thought worthy of a place in anybody's heart. Then I listened to the reading of the "Back Slave," I could not keep back the tears. Then followed "Don't Worry," which just lifted me up. Columbus, Texas—You will recall the last time I wrote before this last time I was in Palestine, Texas, and there I was the guest of Rev. D. J. Crawford, D. D., pastor of Antioch Baptist Church. He is a minister of long standing and experience. He used to be in Arkansas. Now he is active in the cause in Texas among the Baptists. Thomas Hall is still the leading undertaker in this part of the world. He is active and then you can rely on him. When Hall tells you that he is going to do a thing you can just, go, to sleep feeling that it is going to be done. He owns his own outfitt, and then in his work he is now assisted by his son. Mrs. Hall is still in Nashville, but shortly after you read this letter she will be on her way home. She is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. K. H. Boyd, of Nashville. I left Palestine early Monday morning for Houston and reaching the state, who did I see but Miss Florence McBide. Miss McBide, went to Houston little over a year ago, from Macomb, Ill., and decided that it was a good place, hence she just remained there. She was appointed matron or something like that at the big new station, and when he had off hours he taught musics in a business college, and was the director of the chair of Antioch Baptist church, of which the Rev. Dr. F. L. Lights is pastor. Now these positions she has been looking after ever since, until last week, she sent in her resignation to the white folks down there at the station, because she had been given a position as teacher at a kindergartn. I certainly did enjoy seeing her in this position. School opened last Monday, and now she is training the little children. In Houston, I stopped at the home of Miss Mary G. Everette, one of the public school teachers, and she is a good teacher. She has saved her money, cared for her mother, and now she has erected a handsome two story house for herself and mother. She has wisely invested her money. During my short stay in Houston I spoke for Dr. F. L. Lights, then left for LaMarque, Texas, where Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Washington live. I have a standing invitation to visit them, because they are the parents of the young woman Charles Stewart married, and he is such a good friend of mine. His son was born in this little place. I was right in the place where he was born. By the way, his son is growing fast. 4 Into Galveston, was my next place, and was assigned to the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Pope. They have a nice home, and are kept busy all the time. I don't know just what Mr. Pope does himself. He has something to do with the docks or boats, or something. He makes plenty of money and is investing it wisely. Plenty of horses, wagons, and I saw an automobile in his "geography" or something like that. I don't know what you call them things, but I know you don't call them barns and stables. Well it was out there just the same. His property is valuable. Mrs. Pope is a good woman. The Baptist convention was in. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER TRADE PANCURA MARK If troubled with old standing, painful sores, sertoss burns, scalds, sore breasts boils, cuts, and all other eruptions, then give a trial the marvelous Pancura Salve for drawing, healing and pain reliefing. Panicura Salve has been in use in the old country over one hundred years. Pancura Salve is sold at drug stores. If your druggiat hasn't got it then send 25cents, 50 cents, or $1.00 to the Pancura Chemical Co. Baltimore, Md. and we will send prepaid. FOR STATE SENATE, Fourth District Wards 17, 18, 21, 22, 23 and 24 ALBERT M. SPROESSER, Republican ELECTION, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, 1913 Polls Open at 6 A. M. to 5 P. M. FIRST LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT-For State Senator CHARLES W. MAIN Comprising Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 Election, Tuesday, Nov. 4th, 1913. Polls open 6 A. M. to 5 P. M. Second Legislative District—Comprising 7, 8, 9, 12 13 and 15 Wards. VOTE FOR HIM. Election, Tuesday, November 4th, 1913 For City Surveyor==W. O. Atwood Thirty years experience in Baltimore as Surveyor and Engineer Election, Nov. 4th, 1913: VOTE FOR HIM. ...ARTHUR E. ADAMS... Election, Tuesday, November 4th, 1913 Polls open 6 A. M. to 5 P. M. Vote for Him ...For Clerk of the Court of Appeals... AUGUSTUS M. DENHARD ...EDWARD V. COONAN... FOR CITY SURVEYOR ELECTION, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, 1913 BENJAMIN F. WOELPER, Jr., Republican Candidate Election, Tuesday, Nov, 4th, 1913. Polls open 6 A.M. to 5 P.M. FOR HOUSE OF DELEGATES Comprising Wards 17, 18, 21, 22, 23 and 24. VOTE FOR HIM. ELECTION. TUESDAY. NOV. 4th, 1913 ```markdown ``` OUR EQUIPMENT FOR ACCURATE EYESIHGHT TESTING No matter how well an Optical Parlor is equipped with instruments for Eyesight Testing, they are of no value unless the Specialist who conducts the examination understands their use thoroughly. There are a great many cheap, worthless instruments on the market that give very inaccurate results. They are more ornamental than useful. The instruments we use in all our examinations are of the highest standard. We under- stand them thoroughly and will be pleased to demonstrate their use to anyone When a new and better instrument than the one we are using is placed on the market, we discard the old one and buy the new. We consider that nothing is too good in our Optical Equipment. We do not ask you to believe what we say, but call and we will prove to you that every word we put in our advertisements is absolutely true. We are pleased to know that the people of this city and vicinity appreciate an Optical Service such as we give, as it is shown by the large stock of records which we have, containing the names of thousands of satisfied customers. All staff business in Baltimore is our guarantee of honest service session there, and I thought I would just visit it for a change. I am so glad that I did have the pleasure of going there. Rev. A. Barbour was pastor of the church where the convention met. Dr. Barbour is one of the characters in Texas worth studying. He is a busy man, and he just speaks right out in church. I would call him a good man and as active as can be. Then he is some preacher I am here to tell you. I was so delighted to have the pleasure of looking in on him and seeing his work. He is doing well in Texas. I am not going to tell you about my feeling in Galvaston for it is none of your business. Since I left Galveston I have been to Eagle Lake, and I am here now. I shall have something to tell you next week. I am a little late in getting my letter started this week and will have to bring it to a close so it will reach you. J. O. MIDNIGHT. [Picture of a man in a suit and tie]. Rev. John A. Gregg, is a native of Kansas, he finished the high school course at Eureka, Kan., 1896, graduated from the scientific department of the Southern Kansas Academy in 1897. In the fall of the same year he entered the freshmen class of the Kansas State University, finishing out that year. In June he enlisted in the 23d Kansas volunteer, regiment and served a year in the army doing duty in Cuba. At the close of the war he again entered Kansas University, pursuing his course and graduated in 1892, with the degree of A. B. His main studies being German and European history; he has some credit at the same University towards the M. A. degree. He taught school at Oskaloosa, Kansas, and under Bishop L. J. Copin, in South Africa. He has pastored at Emperia, Kan., Leavenworth, Kan., and just closed up a five year term at St. Joseph Mo. While pastor at Leavenworth he acted as private secretary of the late Bishop Abraham Grant. At present he is president of Edward Waters College, Jacksonville, Fla. OUR EQUIPMENT EYESIHGHT No, matter how well an Optical Parlor is co- they are of no value unless the Specialist who co- thoroughly. There are a great many cheap, worthless in- curate results. They are more ornamental than The instruments we use in all our examin- stand them thoroughly and will be pleased to do. When a new and better instrument than the discard the old one and buy the new. We co- Equipment. 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We under- demonstrate their use to anyone one we are using is placed on the market, we consider that nothing is too good in our Optical y, but call and we will prove to you that every true. This city and vicinity appreciate an Optical Ser- gage stock of records which we have, containing more is our guarantee of honest service. INVISIBLE BIFOCALS JUST LIKE THIS NOT LIKE THIS $5.00 For Clerk of the Superior Court OF BALTIMORE CITY Election Tuesday, November 4th, 1913 INVISIBLE BIFOCALS $1 JUST LIKE THIS NOT LIKE THIS $5.00 Actually two pairs of glasses in one. No lines to collect dirt or segments to scale off They add comfort and better appearance to the wearer and no one knows that you are using double glasses. e Optical Co v Street 309 Financial Theater Oculist and hospital prescriptions filled 16 price BUSINESS DIRECTORY BAGGAGE EXPRESS Trunks and Baggage Haul To All Parts of the City 551 Laurens Street FITZHUGH HALL—Merchant Tailor. 402 Drudu Hill avenue Dyeing, Cleaning, Altering, Pressing Ladies and Gents Suits made to orde. Goods called for and Delivered Mt. Verdon 384 NIXON BROS. MERCHANT TAILORS Dyeing, Cleaning, Pressing, Repairing Suits and Overcoats made to order 1302 Pennsylvania Ave. Madison 8732M Work called for Madison 3778 M When you want a first class Sewing Machine you think of BUTLER The Sewing Machine Man 1211 DRUID HILL AVE. 911 Druid Hill Avenue 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. 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Askew, the Hair Cutting King, is now located with Basil Lowery, 746 Pennsylvania Ave. near Biddle St. He will be glad to receive the patron- age of his many friends. C. & P. Phone 4611 M. Mt. Vernon. SANITARY BARBER SHOP Everything Sanitary from Drinking Cups Up. WM. JOHNSON & SON 544 W. LANVALE STREET Cigars and Tobacco of all Kinds ...The Saturday Dancing Class... of Kerr's Orchestra is now open Fishermen's Hall 411 W. Biddle St. 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 and delivered ALLEN J. JONES 1339 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE FIRST CLASS RESTAURANT Meals at all hours. Transient Boarding and Lodging Soda Water & Ice Cream. Mad. 361S WM. H. LAYTON EXPRESS FOR HIRE 606 LANVALE STREET Baggage called for and delivered to all parts of City and R.R. Depots Telenphone Madison 373z 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 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. MASTERWORKMAN IN GREAT CAUSE RESULTS OF MIS MINISTRY. How the Pastor of Loyal Street Baptist Church In Danville Rose to Prominence Through Own Efforts. Honored by His Alma Mater For Worthy Achievements. Danville, Va.—One of the most energetic and busy men of this section of Virginia is the Rev. Alexander A. Galvin, D. D., of this city. He is president of the Baptist state convention and the highly esteemed and successful pastor of the Loyal Street Baptist church here, where he has thoroughly demonstrated his ability as a safe Christian leader. The simple but strictly Christian life of his parents served to kindle the fire of hope in young Galvin at a very early age. So in accordance with their best wishes and with his own desire to see the light he was sent to the public school. It is not to be supposed that the schools at that time gave very great advantages, for they do not now afford all the facilities they should. Yet Alexander struggled on, making the best of what was at hand. He had no knowledge of the fact that it had already entered the hearts of some of the people of his own race to foster a school at which he should be permitted to drink deep drafts from the "Tierian spring" of knowledge or even in after years become the chief exponent of the ideals which were set before him. After making a profession of religion and being united with the church he felt called of tied to the work of the gospel ministry. He entered the Virginia Theological seminary and college at Lynchburg, Va. From this institution he graduated in 1897 with high honors. The year 1897 was a great year for Rev. Mr. Calvin, for in it he not only took to himself a real helmmet, but P. DR. ALEXANDER A. GALVIN. was also called to the pastorate of the Bheenzer Baptist church of Stratton, Va. For almost five years he served the Ebenezer church. It was while there that he in an unassuming way won for himself the rare distinction of not only being one of the best sermonizers of our race, but also one among the very best and most careful pastors to be found anywhere. From this place he was called to the pastorate of the Loyal St. Baptist church, Danville, Va. His scholarly attributions, work and Christian character soon attracted the attention of the officers and teachers of his alma mater, and they gladly conferred upon him the degree of doctor of divinity. He came to his present pastorate when the church was at low ebb, both as to spirituality and finance. Great debts bung over the church, which discouraged the members and caused the spiritual fire to burn low. But a few months served to show that a master behasman was at the wheel. The spiritual title began steadily to rise and continues so to this very day. Along with this was the increase in finance. Thus the heavy obligations have been promptly met, and new life and vigor have entered into every department of the church work. Thus for eleven years he has gone forth from victory unto victory, and today the Loyal St. Baptist church is one among the best in the land. Under his direction the church has long since purchased and paid for a parsonage on Main street. The interior of the church has been renovated and remodeled. With regard to the general character of Dr. Galvin, it can be truthfully said that he is always cool, quiet, unassuming, devout, yet strong, deep and powerful. These characteristics, more than any others, led the brother of the state to choose him to act as president of the Virginia Baptist State convention during the incapacity of the late lamented Dr. R. H. Bowling. So that now Rev. Dr. Galvin is leader of the Baptist host in the state of Virginia, and a spiritual leader he is. All the churches might as well get ready to roll up more money at the next convention than they have heretofore, for Dr. Galvin is an uniting worker. JEWS PROTEST INJUSTICE. Hold Indignation Meeting In Washington; Dr. A. J. Carey Approves Action. A great mass meeting was held in Washington recently to protest against the action of the Russian government in prosecuting Mendel Beilis, a Jew of Kiev, charged with "ritual murder." Although it has many times been persisted false, this ritual murder lie has persisted against the Jews for hundreds of years. Rev. A. J. Carey, D. D., pastor of the Institutional A. M. E. church, Chicago, sent the following telegram to the Washington mass meeting approving the protest and calling attention to the similarity of the treatment of the Jews in Russia and the colored Christians in the United States: Greeting. May your protest prove effective. May God aid you in disproving for all time the infamous "ritual murder" lie. Coussanian Christians in this country have colored Christians in about the same manner as Russian Christians have treated the Jews. Just now efforts are being made in some parts of the country to revive a form of the medieval ghetto, from which your race has just emerged, and compel colored Americans to reside therein. Ghettoes are also in active operation in some of the government departments in Washington. While you are protesting against the wrongs of your race in Europe kindly say a word against the oppression, persecution, denial of civil rights, segregation, disfranchisement and mob murders of colored Christians by Caucasian Christians in the United States. CAPABILITIES OF R. N. DETT. Music Department at Hampton Institute Music Science Technol. Young Songster Music Department at Trampton Institute Gains Zealous Young Songster. R. Nathaniel Dett of Drummondville, Canada, who is the author of two published suites, "In the Bottoms" and "Magnolias," both characteristic of the hopes and aspirations of colored Americans, is now teaching music at Hampton institute. Mr. Dett studied at the Oliver Willis Tainted Conservatory of Music in Lockport, N. Y., and took his degree at the Oberlin (O.) conservatory in piano and composition. "In the Bottoms" deals with the life of the many colored people living in the lowlands near the Mississippi river. The five pieces which compose it are "Nightfall In the Bottoms," the prelude; "His Song," which pictures an old colored man sitting over his work, humming a weird improvised strain; "Honey," characterized by eclectic, flirting music; "Barnarolle," a Mississippi boat song, and "Jubal" a plantation dance. Mr. Dett is also the composer of short concert pieces, settings for Dunbar's poems and a concert waltz called "Inspiration." He is also the author of a book of verse called "The Album of a Heart." FISK UNIVERSITY REOPENS WITH RECORD ENROLLMENT. Member of Original Company Takes Part In Jubilee Day Exercises. With an enrollment of 330 students for the first week of the new school year, Fisk university, Nashville, Tenn. is emphasizing the slogan, "No step backward." The music department, with 103 students, is the scene of great activity. Jubilee day, which always brings happy recollections of the exodus of the first group of the Fisk jubilee singers over forty years ago, was an auspicious occasion for the whole student body. The impression which this band of sweet singers made on the public back in those early years of the race's freedom was the first pathetic note of slave songs heard in freedom, and it reverberated around the world. These songsters delighted great audiences all over the United States. They also toured Europe, where they were heard by the chief rulers in that faroff continent. It was very fitting, therefore, that at the jubilee day exercises Mrs. Ella Sheppard Moore, the pianist of the original jubilee singers, who still resides in Nashville, should take part in the program. Mrs. Moore gave a most thrilling account of the experiences of the company of young emancipated colored artists who introduced to the world a new song of life giving hope and aspiration. Educating Public Against Disease. Dr. Oscar Dowling of Shreveport, La., president of the Louisiana state board of health, has been traveling over the state in the "educational-hygiene exhibit train" recently in the special interest of the colored people, giving close attention to health conditions among them. By lectures and moving pictures Dr. Dowling and his assistants have been showing the public how to prevent tuberculosis, pneumonia and other diseases from decimating their ranks. Schedule of College Football Games. The schedule of games between the football teams of Hampton institute, Lincoln, Shaw and Howard universities for the month of November is as follows: Lincoln against Hampton at Lincoln university Saturday, Nov. 8; Howard against Hampton at Hampton Nov. 14; Shaw against Hampton at Hampton Thursday, Nov. 27. The players are already practicing for the contests with marked vigor. Internal Revenue Collector Bialock. There is not anything new or strange in the reported intention of Internal Revenue Collector Bialock in Atlanta to deprive all colored men of political office holding under his administration. Things were different under the regime of his predecessor, the Hon. Henry S. Jackson. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER NEW MASTER OF DIALECT. Literary Work of Professor Charles SUNDAY SCH Alexander, Author and Lecturer, Los Angeles, Cal.—Professor Charles Alexander of Boston, who has been a resident of this city for the past five months, is gradually winning success in his literary work. He is making a specialty of Dunbar's poems in a series of readings and lectures which has already attracted public attention. It is said that no author among Afro- Americans so interprets the dialect of the famous poet Dunbar as does Prof- essor Alexander. Among the most absorbing subjects for lectures to which Mr. Alexander has given much time and careful study are "Dealing With Mr. Humbug," a discussion of the Negro problem, showing the optimistic side of the Negro's progress; "Frederick Douglass as Slave and Statesman," an intensely interesting and dramatic narrative of the achievements of a great man; "Liberia, Africa and the American Negro," a story of the founding of the republic of black men on the west coast of Africa; "Journalism and the Printing Art" (this address is the fruit of fifteen years' experience as a teacher of printing as well as an employing practical worker in all branches of the art); "The Humorous In Negro Literature" (this lecture is made up largely of the gleanings from 300 books contained in the lecturer's private library; there are many laughs in every paragraph). Professor Charles Alexander, educator, author, literary critic and orator, was born at Natchez, Miss. He went to New London, Conn., when a small boy and in that city received his education and training for journalism. He has been regularly employed on the staff of Boston and Philadelphia daily newspapers; has traveled in Europe, the island of Cuba, and throughout the United States and Canada. He served as a teacher for four years in the Agricultural and Mechanical college at Normal, Ala.; two years at the Tuskegee institute, of which Dr. Booker T. Washington is principal, and four years at Wilberforce university in Ohio. From 1803 to 1806 he published the Monthly Review in Boston. From 1905 to 1900 he published Alexander's Magazine in Boston and conducted a general printing and publishing business. He has contributed book reviews, short stories, poems and essays to various newspapers and magazines and is the author of the following volumes: "Evidences of Progress Among Colored People" (1806), "One Hundred Distinguished Leaders" (1807), "Under Fire With the Tenth United States Cavalry" (1808) and "Making Printers at Tuskegee" (1900). He has recently finished the manuscript of a book to bear the title "Battles and Victories of Allen Ainsworth," being the story of the life of the founder of the town in California by that name. Professor Alexander is a fine writer, a poet of high ability and a platform orator of rare powers. He is a master of the Negro dialect, used so splendidly in Dunbar's poems and short stories. BIG RESULTS LOOKED FOR AT HAMPTON INSTITUTE. Forty-sixth School Term Opens Auspiciously—Dr. Frissell Returns. Hampton, Va.—With two teachers and fifteen students, General Samuel C. Armstrong, the son of an American missionary in the Hawaiian Islands and an officer in the freedmen's bureau, opened Hampton institute in 1888 on the lower Virginia peninsula, two miles from Old Point. Comfort. There he began his epoch making work for the destitute and ignorant colored people who had flocked to Virginia, especially to Fortress Monroe, before and after the proclamation of emancipation. For over forty-five years, under the efficient leadership of General Armstrong and Dr. Hollis B. Frissell, Hampton has been training selected colored and Indian youths for Christian service in homemaking, community building, as well as teaching the trades and agriculture. Today the student enrollment is over 1,200. Ambitious boys and girls have come from distant states and foreign countries to enjoy the all around training which Hampton institute is able to furnish. The forty-sixth school term, 1933-14, has begun under favorable conditions, and there is every indication that Hampton will have a most successful year of work. Dr. Frissell, the principal of Hampton since General Armstrong's death in 1893, has been greatly benefited by his recent months of rest and travel in foreign lands. The Keys-Spratley Wedding In Newark Mr. Andy Keys and Miss Hattle Spratley of Newark. N. J., were recently married at the Bethany Baptist church in Newark by the Rev. Dr. Robert D. Wym, pastor of the church. Mr. Keys is one of the trustees of the above named church and a well known and highly respected citizen. The wedding was a big social event. Sons of Virginia to Hold Celebration. The Society of the Sons of Virginia in Brooklyn is making elaborate preparations for the celebration of its sixteenth anniversary. The reception will be held at Summer hall. Thursday evening, Dec. 11. John W. Winters and Charles J. D. Kemp are chairman and secretary respectively of the reception committee. Lesson IV.—Fourth Quarter, For Oct. 26, 1913. Text of the Lesson, Num. xx., 1-13. Memory Verses, 11, 12—Golden Text, Ps. xix, 14—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. I have endeavored in our past studies to touch upon a few of the many things not included in the portions as signed in our lessons, but have probably passed by more than I have mentioned, such as the different offerings, the annual feasts, the year of jubilee, the great day of atonement and others. In chapter xix, just preceding our lesson chapter for today, we have the remarkable ordinance of the red heifer, or the Lord's provision for cleansing, by the way, by the ashes of the heifer mixed with running water and sprinkled by hyssop upon the person to be cleansed. To my mind, the central chapters of the first five books are Gen. xxii, the lamb provided; Ex. xii, the passover lamb; Lev. xvii, the annual atonement; Num. xix, the red heifer; Deut. xviii, the prophet like unto Moses, for in each we see the Lord Jesus Christ in a special manner The present lesson chapter brings us to the fortieth year of the wilderness sojourn and begins with the death of Miriam in the first month and ends with the death of Aaron at the age of 123 years, in the fifth month (Num. xxxii, 38, 39). Moses died at the age of 120, so it must have been before the close of that year, for there were just three years' difference in their ages (Deut. xxxiv, 7; xxxi, 2; Exxvii, 7). It does seem too bad, as we say, that after all his forbearance with them and intercession for them during thirty-nine years, that in the fortieth year he should so fall as to shut himself out of the land to which he had been leading them, and that neither of those honored three, Miriam, Aaron or Moses, should enter the land. While those who are truly in Christ can never perish and shall surely reach home, there is much that may be lost in the way of service and reward by our failures along the road (John iii, 16; x. 27-29 I Cor. iii, 4-15); therefore the admonition to take heed lest we lose a full reward (11 John vii). The generation which left Egypt, 603.550 men over twenty years of age, able to go forth to war (Num. 1, 45, 40, 1i, 32, 33), not counting the Levites, had perished in the wilderness, an average of over forty deaths every day. Was it any wonder that Moses wrote, "Thou carrier them away as with a flood * * * We are consumed by thine anger * * * all our days are passed away in thy wrath" (Ps. xc. 5, 7, 9). (In passing let me remark that this is a most inappropriate passage to read at the funeral of a believer). A new generation had arisen, but were given to mournuring and wishing they were dead, just like their fathers Moses and Aaron do not seem to have made any reply to the murmurers, but went to the Lord about it. May we ever follow their example in this. Whoever may complain to us or about us, let us always take it to the Lord in prayer, committing all things to Him. The Lord's instructions to Moses were simple and very plain. "Take the rod * * * * speak ye unto the rock * * * * and it shall give forth His water" (verses 7, 8). Moses took the rod, gathered the people, spoke in anger to them and snute the rock twice (verses 9-11). Note his words. "Must we fetch you water out of this rock?" We are reminded of his words to the Lord nearly forty years before when He said that He would give Israel flesh to eat for a whole month. "Shall the flocks and the herds be slain for them?" (Num. xl. 22). On neither of these occasions did he meet with an shod feet, as if the affair was wholly the Lord's and not his (Ex. iii. 5). How ant we are to fall in like manner. Then as to smiling the rock, that rock typified Christ (1 Cor. x, 4), and it had been smitten (Ex. xvll. 6). The sufferings of Christ for us as our substitute were once for all, and there can be no repetition; hence the awful sin of the so called mass of the Church of Rome. Christ having suffered, the forgiveness of sins and all the benefits of His finished work are free to all with out money or mass or earthly priest. The Lord's word to Moses was, "Ye believed Me not, to sanctify Me in the eyes of the children of Israel." "Ye beled against My commandment." "Ye trespassed against Me" (verse 12 xvll. 14; Dout. xxxll. 5). 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You have, however, in Maryland, adopted in Convention a platform which incorporates all the vital principles for which he and all his followers contend, therefors, as we are on the threshold of an election, the result of which may vitally affect my race and its rights under the constitution of this State, I conceive it to be my duty, as well as the duty of every self-respecting colored man, to once more follow the party of Abraham Lincoln, and so advise all the members of my race. Colonel Roosevelt is in South America. He has left us to work out and solve our own problems in a way that best befits the good citizen in the particular locality in which he resides. In his absence his party has nominated William Sulzer, the impeached Democratic Governor of New York. The party has, in the absence of his leadership, plainly become the party of cheap opportunism. The vote in West Virginia shows all the Progressives have left is a nuisance value—that is, an ability in places to split the Republican vote. There is nothing patriotic or constructive in such a policy, and if pursued it will merely mean that this State and the country will be turned over to the Democratic party. To this policy I am opposed and will, therefore, support the Republican ticket. My services are at your command on the stump or otherwise. Yours very truly JOSEPH P. EVANS Adverti ement, THE Y. M. C. A. November first will be the time for every body to complete their subscription to the Y. M. C. A. Building Fund. We all made pledges in good faith and we must keep ours so the leaders in this great movement can keep theirs. Every body to the front on November first for the building must start at the celebration of the 21st anniversary. The Building Fund Committee has organized 80 men and women to help raise $8000 in this payment for that amount is needed before building operations can commence. Those who are taking the lead in this special effort besides the Committee in charge are: J. H. Murphy Sr., W. A. Jones, Fearless Williams, W. S. Emerson, T. J. Smith, Dr. T. S. Hawkins and Misses Roberta Waring, Helen Cooper, Edgelena Fessenton. Mr. Joseph H. Lindsay has returned after paying a week's visit to Mr. and Mrs. James Cordery, Mr. and Mrs. Randolph Cordery, and Mr. and Mrs. George White, of White Hall, Md. On Tuesday evening of this week, Mrs. Mason A. Hawkips, wife of the principal of the Colored High School, together with a host of friends, tendered her husband a surprise birthday reception. Upon his return home from night school Mr. Hawkips was most agreeably surprised by being ushered into the presence of more than half a hundred men, who showered him happy greetings and wishes for a long life. Later the guests repaired to the dining room where impromptu speeches were made by Rev. L. Z. Johnson, on behalf of the ministry; Lawyer W. Ashieb Hawkins for the bar; Dr. Harry S. McCard for the medical profession; Mr. E. B Taylor, for the business men; Prof. Alain Leroy Locke, teacher at Howard University, for the visitors, and Prof. C. L. Davis for the local public school teachers. Prof. Hawkins responded feelingly, and gave every assurance of a due appreciation of the guests' presence and well wishes. Hon. W. T. McGuinn acted as toastmaster. Those present included: Revs. A. L. Gaines and G. R. Waller; Messrs. W. H. Lee, George B. Murphy, Wm. Anderson and W. H. McAbee; Drs. J. O. Reid, R. G. Baker, D. G. Scott, S. B. Hughes Wm. T. Carr, Jr, W. H. Wright, E. V. Fitzgerald, E. B. Stokes, Edward Short, Edward Wheatly, T. S. Hawkins, R. G. Chissell, F. N. Cardoza, B. F. Rhetta; W. C. McCard, Hugh Burkett, Wm. Witzergalld, L. C. Smith, J. C. Chambers, Henry Thomas, H. M. Gross, Truly Hatchett, John Hampton, Wm. Carter, James W. Hughes W. J. Wheeler, Evans Fernandis, John Rich, W. F. Debardaleben, J. R. Turner, J. H. Murphy, Jr., Ralph Reckling, Levi Moore, J. J. Wheeler, P. D. G. Pennington, J. A. B. Callis, G. D. McDaniels, D. O. W. Holmes, R. V. Cook, Winfort Braxton, Edgar Braxton and T. Montgomery Gregory, of Washington. Mrs. Hawkins was assisted by Mrs. F. N. Cardoza, Misses McGuinn, M. F. Flagg, Emma Brown, Annie E. Smith and Emma Dorsett. Tendered President A Surprise The members of the Mercy and Help Department of the N. M. Carroll Chapter Epworth League of Sharp St. Memorial M. E. Church, tendered their retiring present, Miss Agnes Aquilla, a surprise on Monday evening, September 29, at her residence. 1006 Argyle avenue. Miss Aquilla was asked to visit some of the sick members of the church and on her return was surprised to find her home filled with the members of the department and the table laden with refreshments. A musical and literary program was rendered after which in a neat and fitting manner, Mrs. Florena K. Owens, presented Miss Aquilla with a gold Epworth League.pin on behalf of the members, to which Miss Aquilla responded as best she could be taken so by surprise. After refreshments the happy crowd left for home. Those invited were Mr. and Mrs. George Owens Mesdames Estelle Rybn, Sophia Billups, Maggie Wilson, Susie Dickerson, A. E. Durand, Mollie Spence, H. Ella Ovelton, Susie Ray, Arie Gray, Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Wright, Ella Hargrave, Mr. and Mrs. Muse Annie Langston, Annie Scott, Henrietta Douglas, Josephine Anderson, Lucreia Johnson, Mrs. A. Aquilla, Mollie Mason, Mary Daly Estelle C.' Young. Misses Maria Kerr; Annie Francis, Susie Snead, Annie Vincent. Annie R. Johnson. Rev. M. M. J. Naylor, Messrs. Osbourne Jackson, Charles Nelson, Julius C. Johnson, Jr. Those in charge of the affair were Mrs. Estelle C. Young, chairman, and Florena K. Owens, president of the department and all of the members of the department. The twentieth annual session of the Afro-American Council of Presbyterian Churches, Ministers and Laymen came to an end with an evangelistic meeting at Madison Street Presbyterian Church last Sunday night. A special sermon was preached by Rev. W. A. Alexander, of Brooklyn, N. Y. In the afternoon, a massmeeting was held at Grace Presbyterian Church. The speakers included Rev. W. E. Griffin, of Englewood, N, J.; Dr. T. C. Imes, of Philadelphia, and Ms. S. F. Branham, of Jersey City. Resolutions condemning segregation and in the departments at Washington. A resolution was also adopted thanking the Afro-American Ledger for its complete account of the session in last week's issue. The next session will be held at Reading, Pa. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER At FIFTH REGIMENT ARMORY, (Over Richmond Market) Friday, November 21st, 1913 Mrs. Ida Hilton, Chairman. Miss Ida R. Cummings, President. Mrs. Mamie R. 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Under the Auspices Church Aid Association, No. 1, of Sharp Street Memorial Church SUNDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 26th, 1913, AT 8 O'CLOCK Silver Offering at the Door. Mrs. Lottie Peaker, Pres. Rev. M. J. NAYLOR, Pastor. ...REFINED AND CLASSICAL... —GRAND— Mask Carnival and Given by The Golden Hallowe'en Night, THE GALILEAN K Biddle St ic by T. H. Kerr's Orchestra ARDS OF ADMISSION Carnival and Hallowe'en by The Golden Crown Pleasure Hallowe'en Night, Friday, October 31st, 19 GALILEAN FISHERMEN'S AU Biddle St., near McCulloh H. Kerr's Orchestra. Prof. E. Slater, B OF ADMISSION - 2 AT THE GALILEAN FISHERMEN'S AUDITORIUM Biddle St., near McCulloh Music by T. H. Kerr's Orchestra. Prof. E. Slater, Floor Manager CARDS OF ADMISSION 25. CENTS Refreshments at Moderate Prices. Prizes will be awarded. LET EVERYBODY PLATFORM MEN Under the Auspices of for Col- lection Baptist Church Prominent Speakers. Spice keep her chil- Mrs. Cornelia Anderson, Mrs. Aleatha ...CHARITY FIFTH REGIMENT A Friday, November Proceeds for Xmas work LET EVERYBODY COME TO THE FORM MEETING AND H for the Auspices of the Day Nursery Assoc for Colored Children Christ Church Sunday, Oct. 26th, 19 ment Speakers. Spicy Music. Come help some keep her child indoors this winter. Claia Anderson Mrs. Jennie H. Ross Mrs. Aleathia Bowen, Secretary. CHARITY RECEPTION REGIMENT ARMORY, (Over Rich Sunday, November 21st, 19 Proceeds for Xmas work of Colored Empty Stocking C LET EVERYBODY COME TO THE PLATFORM MEETING AND RALLY Under the Auspices of the Day Nursery Association for Colored Children Union Baptist Church Sunday, Oct. 26th, 1913, 3 P. M. Prominent Speakers. Spicy Music. Come help some mother keep her child indoors this winter. Mrs. Cornelia Anderson. Mrs. Jennie H. Ross, Chairman. Mrs. Aleathia Bowen, Secretary. ADMISSION 25 CENTS Darla Hilton, Chairman. Hamie R. Bruce, Secretary. Baltimore's Leading JOHN UNDERTAKEN Complete $73.00 FU fine casket worth $65.00. ply polished oak or walnut or r black, gray c1 white, to r Chairman. Miss Ida R. Cummins Bruce, Secretary. Mrs. Martha Thompson Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Pri JOHN H. OWEN UNDERTAKER @ EMBALM complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. C ket worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rub gray c1 white, to match casker, as desired; added to date; buryal casker, embalm JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete This funeral cost elsewhere.....$136.00 My price $73.00.....$75.00 Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 Other Funerals as low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $175. No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Complete. 1222 Division St..bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. Residence C. & P. Phone. Mad. 4067 Madison 4921—M ...YOUNG'S HAIR FOOD... Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25 cent can will convince. Scientifically prepared at— YOUNG'S PHARMACY Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street tf ```markdown ``` William H. Tyers, Asst. Conductor Euro Music ed Exclusively Musicians voices November 5th $1.00 and $1.50. Lion Murray; 540 Lan- t, Stokes & Derry's and Terrell & Mc- Sacred Concert Troubadours DIRECTOR. association, No. 1, of Church , 1913, AT 8 O'CLOCK Door. J. NAYLOR, Pastor. Pallowe'en Ball... Pleasure Club October 31st, 1913 EN'S AUDITORIUM Culloh E. Slater, Floor Manager = 25. CENTS E TO THE AND RALLY Nursery Association en Oct. 26th, 1913, 3 P. M. me help some mother A Mr. Lewis H. Murray, the local representative of the Clef Club of New York, was the guest of Mr. Will Marion Cook at the Washington Conservatory last Thursday to witness the final rehearsal of the chorus which is to sing at the Emancipation Celebration in New York. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mosley have return from a soort stay in Long Branch, N. J., to their home, 418 W. Henrietta street. Mrs. Mosley before marriage was Miss. Gross, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gross of Calvert county, Md. Mr. Harry Croxter, of 338 W. Preston street, has returned from a trip to Washington, after having visited Miss Lula Taylor. Mr. Cornelius Tildon, of Port Deposit is much improved after six weeks' illness of typhoid fever. Mrs. Florence Borron, of 732 Pierce street, who has been sick for some time is convalescing. Mrs. B. Wilson of 902 Warner street, bas returned from a three weeks stay in Atlantic City, where she was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Mary V. Warren. Misses Agnes Aquilla, Annie Francis, Mesdames Florena K. Owens and Estelle C. Young, were among the visitors at Williamsport last Sunday attending the echo meeting of the District Epworth League and Sunday School Convention in Williamsport M. E. Church. Rev. C. A. Brady, pastor. Mrs. Junius J. Jackson, of 1207 Druid Hill avenue, has returned from her trip down South, where she spent one month visiting her relatives and friends, whom she has not seen for several years, also visited her sister and two cousins at the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute at Petersburg, Va. Her vacation was spent very pleasant. Mr. John R. Whaillain of West Biddle Street, who has been unable to walk for several months was tendered a surprise on Wednesday night, Oct. 22, by the faiends and members of the Galilean Fishermen Order of which he is a member. He and his family wish to thank them for their very hearty and welcomed surpris. Mr. Samuel Jefferson of 1014 N. Carey Street entertained a few of his friends at dinner last Sunday evening at his residence. The dining room was tastefully decorated with ferns and other potted plants. Before dinner was served a musical program was rendered. The guest left at a late hour, after thanking the host for the pleasant time they had spent. Entertains A Few Frineds Ignatius Snowden entertained a few friends at his home on his birthday. The evening was pleasantly spent in games after which refreshments were served. Those present were Miss Esther Wise, Mrs. P. Butler, Ada Coursey, Tillie Bowie, Mr. and Mrs. Heard, Mazie Coursey, Grace Holland. Miss Elsie M. Webb, of 326 W. Hoffman street, has just returned to her home in this city in company with her friend, Mr. Charles H. Gibson, of 410 Druid Hill avenue, after an extended visit to her parents and friends in Wilmington and Red Lin, Del. While in Wilmington they were the guests of her sister, Miss Edith Webb, 908 Taylor street and her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Webb, 702 Church street; her sister, Mrs. Addie Gaddis, Kirwood, Del. The Y. M. C. A. Sunday, October 26th at 4.30 Rev. L. S. Flagg, Speaker Good Singing All Men Invited Wishes to announce that her millinery parlor is now located at 1919 Druid Hill Avenue Prompt and courteous attention to detail. 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