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THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXII NO.21 STUDENTS PRESENT THEIR SIDE Shaw University Students Tell Why They Do Not Want Dr. Meserve PRESIDENT TERMED AUTOCRAT Action Claimed To Have Been Taken Only After Mature Deliberation Raleigh, N. C., January 15. The trouble between the striking students and the faculty of Shaw University has not been settled. In a statement issued by the students, the assertion is made that they are not seeing the selection of a colored president to succeed Dr. C. F. Meserve, who is declared to be an autocrat; the alumni is pictured as not being in love, with their alma matter, and the claim made that the students would accept a ruling adverse, to their position by leaving the university. The Statement of the students which was forwarded to the board of control in New York, follows in part: "We desire to make it public, plain and clear that we are not contending for a colored president of Shaw University as some newspaper articles have intimated. On the other hand, we must frankly admit that rather than continue to serve under our present president we should prefer a real Southern white gentleman who understands the Negro better than any Southernized Northerner you may secure "As to law, order and discipline, which it has been stated we are against, we desire to brand such assertions absolutely untrue and inconsistent with both our past and present actions. Neither are we aware of any demonstration. The thing which some may call a name, began as follows: "At the regular chapel exercises, presided over Friday morning, January 2, by Dean Charles R. Frazer, the male students of all departments requested permission to hold a meeting in the building, but Dean Frazer dissented, and nothing further transpired there. However, the young men were intent upon holding a meeting at which they could air the grievances concealed in their hearts, and therefore proceeded to the Masonic Temple, where they selected their officers, chose a student's council and framed the specification of charges against the executive of the university. This meeting was conducted in the most orderly manner by men, many of whom have long since finished their literary training and have advanced far into the sciences of medicine, pharmacy and law and who would not tolerate anything bordering on the riotous. To further acquaint the public of our obedience to law, order and discipline, on Sunday night, January 4, our council appointed a corps of watchmen, whose duty it was to see to it that no strangers should be permitted to enter the university premises for the purpose of defacing any of the college property, which if it had occurred we felt that the blame would have been ascribed to us. This statement can be verified by the policeman who had been also detailed to prevent similar depredations on the part of the students, but whose presence was unaware to us until they accosted our watchmen and escorted them to the room occupied by the president of our council to ascertain whether or not they had been given the orders which they were carrying out, and upon his corroboraton the young men were quickly and readily released. "The dismissal of the student J. D. Bean, who married during the holiday is not the only trouble at Shaw, for if this were a fact, we should request his reinstatement as our "ultimatum," but this is only one of the many complex situations which almost daily cloud student life at the institution, and strain the relationship between student and president who is the absolute monarch under the fictitious name of The Council. "Neither has the present trouble arisen as a spasmodic New Year uprising, but as the culmination of a spirit that has been growing through the years. When nineteenth of the alumni of an institution fail to give their support, moral and pequenium to their alma mater, and when year by year it is the statement of the students, Just let me get away from Shaw and it will never hear from me again, something must be and is, radically wrong. To be plain, Dr. Meserve has neither the respect of most of the alumni nor of the students and never will as long as he remains president, because of his despotic and tyrannical dealings with them, both individually and collectively. "The alumni, local and general, are daily pledging their support to this movement, for they, too, are desirous of having an alma mater to which they may return with pride, to which they may send their children with the confidence that they will receive a square deal, and which with their support and the cooperation of the administration shall more and more approach an ideal commensurate with that conceived in the mind of its founder, the late Dr. Henry Martin Tupper." STUDENT BODY. Mr. Meserve declared last week that he had no intention of resigning. FINANGIRL PLAN EXPLAINED Members of Washington Conference Hear Dr. Hollingshead Explain New Plan (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Washington, January 14.—On Monday of last week there was held in Asbury M. E. Church one of the most successful meetings of its kind ever conducted. Dr. W. A. C. Hughes conceived the idea of having the Washington district meet and have Bishop Cranston deliver an address on the importance of The New Financial Plan of the Church. The meeting was called and every minister of the Washington district attended. Bishop Cranston secured the services of the church's financial expert, Dr. Hollinghead, of Philadelphia, who spoke in the morning to fifty or more ministers. The night meeting was attended by members of the quarterly conferences from every charge in the district and the bishop, with Dr. Hollinghead, did yeoman service impressing the laity with the importance of breaking away from the haphazard methods so often employed in church finance and getting down to the doing of business in the right way. Visitors from other districts were Revs C. G. Cumimngs, Ernest Lyon, I. L. Thomas, D. D. Turpeau, Wm. Brown, J. H. Goodrich, S. R. Hughes, G. E. Curry, Levi Miller C. B. Bishop and others. MISS LAMPTON A BRIDE Greenville, Miss., January 6. Miss Pearl Gertrude Lampton, daughter of the late Bishop E. W. Lampton, and Mr. J. W. Walker were married here a few days ago. THOUSANDS HEAR JOEL SPINGARN Noted Educator Starts Campaign Against Segregation And Race Proscription THE NEW ABOLITIONISM Asserts That The Race Has Been Living Under Wrong Teachings Chicago, January 15.—Last Sunday night a great campaign against segregation of Afro-Americans was begun in Abraham Lincoln Center. The speaker as Prof. Joel E. Spingarn, chairman of the board of directors of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. He referred to the movement of this organization to eliminate racial prejudices between the races as the New Abolitionism. "I come West to protest against the treatment of 10,000,000 people," he said. "I come to riddle with light the policy of the administration at Washington in separating the white and colored races while at work for the government. "Our fight has just begun, and it will not and until we are triumphant. This is not merely a colored man's question—it is an American question." "For twenty years after the Civil War the colored men and we men of this country knew not what to do nor where to turn. Suddenly given their freedom, they were in confusion and chaos. Then there arose a great leader who brought them a message and for twenty-five years they have known no other message than that." "The disfranchisement of nearly 2,000,000 colored men in the South. "The filthy jim crow car which runs on every Southern railroad. "Inequalities in the school laws which prevent colored people from securing their share of the school funds, in spite of the fact that they taxed the same prorata as their white fellow citizens." "School laws in Florida hereby white teachers are prevented from teaching colored children's schools, even Sunday schools." "Segregation in a number of cities, first in the South and later in the North." "Hundreds of injustices by laws and thousands by custom." "Lynchings to the number of 3,000 show how safe your lives are." "You have great educational institutions, great churches and great business places but your rights have been gradually taken from you and of what use is the accumulation of property if you have not the ballot with which to protect it?" The speaker showed that while the race was better off than in slavery, yet little was held by right, nearly everything by tolerance and that the people who had stolen the rights of the race might also take the property. The truth is so far as rights are concerned the race is in the most serious crisis since the civil war. Abraham Lincoln's unfinished business must be completed and it will be done. The audience which listened to Prof. Spingarn was a highly cultured one and included prominent people of several races, including Afro-Americans, Caucasians, East PETER H. BURGESS Indians, Japanese, Persians, Africans and American Indians. On the platform were: Dr. George C. Hall, Rev. Jankin Lloyd Jones, Dr. C. E. Bentley, Judge Julian Mack, Dr. A. W. Williams, S. Laing Williams, Mrs. Cella Parker Woolev, Rev. J. B. Messiah Mr. George W. Ellis and others. Every point made by Prof. Spingarn was applauded to the echo and when he finished the applause was continued for several minutes. Mr. Roger Baldwin, secretary of the City Club of St. Louis made an excellent speech telling of the successful fight against segregation in that city. Among other good things, he said: "No segregated people and every hope for justice; it is absolutely impossible under such conditions." Before returning to his home in New York city, Dr. Spingarn will speak in a number of Western cities. WITH THE SOLDIERS AT FORT DLEX Fort Riley, Kan., January 15. The Mounted Service School Detachment (colorel) was organized here in 1909 and since that time has grown so until it is the largest of its kind in the United States. The Sergeant, Walter Turner, is a man of great ability who has the confidence of all the men under him. The Mounted Service School Detachment gave its monthly reception to the Post "Gym" Wednesday evening. The Cometis Laxis gave their annual banquet which was largely attended. The ladies were elegantly dressed. Plates were laid for one hundred couples. Mr. Henry acted as toastmaster. The Progressive Whist Club, of which Sergt. Guss Smith is president, gave their annual party which resulted in the honors being carried off by Messrs. Brown and Colwell. The Defense Lodge, No. 38 Knights of Pythias held their annual installation last Friday evening. The A. M. E. Church, of Junction City, has for its pastor Rev. W. Greenlee, of Great Bend, Kans. SIGNS DOWN BUT THAT IS ALL Washington, January 15.—That segregation is still existing is being continually asserted here. In the Second and Sixth Auditors' offices colored employees are segregated. Despite the fact that visitors to the Treasury Building are no longer greeted with signs over retiring rooms labeled "For Whites" and "For Colored," a colored clerk was called, into the office who was seen to go into one of the rooms reserved for whites, was warned not to be seen there again, as, even though the "jim crow" signs were down the segregated toilet rule was still in force. PRICE THREE CENTS TUSKEGEE WIZARD IN NEW ENGLAND Dr. Washington Delivers Three Masterful Addresses Before Intelligent Audiences Asks That Colored Americans Be Treated As A Brother And (Special to the Afro-American Ledger.) Springfield, Mass., January 15. Three earnest, eloquent and forceful appeals, calling upon the American white people to treat the colored American as a man, a brother and a citizen, were made by Dr. Booker T. Washington on Sunday, in one of New England's great centers of learning. Three audiences, unusually large in numerical proportions, most friendly and cordial in their welcome, manifesting deep interest and oispaying genuine enthusiasm; listened to the leader, of the Négro people convincingly tell of the wonderful progress made by the members of his race in fifty years. Dr. Washington spoke at Mt. Holyoke College. South Hadley, Mass., in the morning, at Smith College, Northampton, Mass., in the afternoon, and at the First Congregational Church of Springfield, in the evening. The appearance of the eminent educator at the three large meetings was gratifying in two ways. Dr. Washington's auditors made it evident that they were glad to avail themselves of the opportunity to hear what he had to say about the Negro, and the Tuskegean, in turn, seemed immensely pleased with the splendid ovation accorded him in this section of New England. He made a strong, vigorous plea for justice for the Negro, appealing to the hearts and minds of his hearers, rather than to baser passions. While he strongly condemned the many injustices to which the Negro in the South is subjected, declaring that there are many problems to solve in that section of the country and that much exists that is discouraging, he maintained that holding indignation meetings, constant complaining and inflammatory utterances were not going to ameliorate conditions, but aggravate them. Dr. Washington did not confine his remarks relative to the effective work being done in the black belt by colored educational institutions solely to Tuskegee. Hampton, Fisk, Talledega and a score of smaller institutions in the South were given great credit for playing a prominent part in making conditions better in that section of the country. Over eight hundred students and friends assembled in the Mary Logan Chapel, Mt. Holyoke College, at 10 o'clock Sunday morning to listen to an address by Dr. Washington. Mt. Holyoke College is one of the oldest institutions of learning for young women in the United States, and only recently celebrated its seventy-fifth anniversary. Smith College enjoys the distinction of being the largest school for girls in the world. So large was the audience that filled the John M. Greene Hall for vesper services, which began Sunday afternoon shortly after 4 o'clock, that President Burton made the announcement before Dr. Washington began to speak that no THE BROOKLYN PRESS more persons would be admitted, and requested that as many students as possible take seats on the platform. Over three thousand persons, including the students of Smith and residents of Northampton, heard the address. Before vesper services, Dr. Washington was entertained at tea by President and Mrs. Burton. All the available floor space in the First Congregational Church of Springfield was taken up Sunday evening long before 7 o'clock, the hour for the opening of services. The First Congregational Church is regarded as one of the oldest and wealthiest churches in Massachusetts. At the beginning of Dr. Washington's address many were unable to gain admission. For some time after services Dr. Washington was kept busy shaking hands and receiving the congratulations of those who had had the good fortune to hear him. CASE AGAINST "BEN" DAVIS DROPPED Atlanta, Ga., January 15.—The case against Benjamin J. Davis, under indictment for alleged violation of the revised statutes of the United States has been nole proxised by Attorney General McRevnolds, following a recommendation by Hooper Alexander, attorney general for the Northern district of Georgia. Mr. Davis, who was at one time employed as a gauger in the internal revenue service, was indicted some years ago for alleged unlawful moving of whiskey from a bonded warehouse. His friends claimed that the indictment was obtained by his political enemies. The wiping out of the charge is pleasing to the many friends of Mr. Davis in Georgia and elsewhere. He is the editor of the Atlanta Independent and one of the most prominent Odd Fellows in Georgia. DEATH OF PROMINENT YOUNG DOCTOR. Washington, January 15.—Dr. George Davis, expert anesthesist of the Freedmen's Hospital, died from complication of nephritis and tuberculosis. Dr. Davis had been ailing for some time and his death was not unexpected. Several years ago he graduated from the Howard University Medical School and since that time has held a position in the Hospital, where he has invented and installed several appliances for the administration of anesthetics. His wife, Mrs. Fanny Underwood Davis, survives. YOUNG BOOKER ON HONEYMOON Dallas, Tex., Jan. 15.—Mr. and Mrs. Booker Washington, Jr., while on their honeymoon trip, were the recent guests of the groom's sister, Mrs. W. Sidney Pittman, wife of the architect. While in the city, Mr. and Mrs. Washington were the recipients of much attention in a social way. ON MISSION TO FOREIGN FIELD Methodists Send Secretary J. W. Rankin To Do Missionary Work In Africa PLANS FOR GREATER WORK Review Conditions In Bishop Heard's Territory On The West Coast By N. BARNETT DODSON. New York.-One of the most prominent features in the work of the African Methodist Episcopal church is its great interest in home and foreign missions. The denomination has grown in numbers and influence more rapidly on account of this fact perhaps than from any other known cause. With competent bishops, well qualified presiding elders, pastors and secretaries, the work of the various churches and departments has shown many good results since the last general conference. Particular attention just now is being focused on the work of the missionary department, of which the Rev. Dr. J. Warren Rankin is the efficient secretary. Dr. Rankin was elected to his present position at the general conference of the A. M. E. church held in Kansas City, Mo., in 1012. The department has accomplished a great deal of work under Dr. Rankin's management of less than two years. Much has been done to increase the efficiency and meet the demands of the work in both the home and foreign fields. When he took charge of the work the department was in debt, and there was no money on hand with which to pay the bills standing against the department. There were no funds out of which he was to receive his salary or M. JAMES WARREN RANKIN. to pay the office force, to say nothing of the hundred or more missionaries in the foreign field to be paid. The responsibilities of Dr. Rankin's office have been almost overwhelming, but he has handled the difficult problems of the office in a masterly manner. He has not only kept the workers in the foreign fields, paid his own salary and the salaries of his office force and the printer's bills for publishing the Voice of Missions, but he has been able to do much new work and has paid off many old debts. In keeping with the high regard and supreme confidence which the church has in the Rev. Mr. Rankin's ability to do things worth while for the good of the cause he has been selected to review the condition of the foreign mission field and sailed for the west coast of Africa on the steamer Kroonland, Wednesday, Dec. 31. He will probably be abroad until some time in April. The A. M. E. church has in the foreign field forty-six missionaries, twenty-eight ordained ministers, twenty-two preachers not yet ordained, eight missionary teachers and four mission stations with a converted membership of 1,261. Each of these features of work will claim the secretary's attention. He will work with a view of strengthening these channels of missionary service so that the best results may accrue to the natives particularly and to the denomination in general. The Rev. Dr. William H. Heard is the resident bishop. James Warren Rankin was born on a plantation in Mississippi in slavery time. His father was a tanner and tanned all the leather from which shoes were made for more than 150 slaves on his master's plantation. While yet in slavery his mother purchased with money she had saved from the sale of eggs a blue backed spelling book from which the boy learned to read. A short while after the emancipation of the slaves Dr. Rankin's father sent him to a country school. The first inspiration which he was able to get out of his contact with his teacher was the importance of building up his own character. Later he entered the city school at Memphis, Teun. After finishing the public school he entered Lamoyne institute, founded by the American Missionary association. In 1877, while in Brookhaven, Miss. he joined the A. M. E. church and during the same year was licensed to preach by the Rev. M. T. Newton. ```markdown ``` MADAM E. L. BRUCE ************************************************ MADAM BRUCE RENDERS CLASSICAL CONCERTS The sacred concerts given by Madame E. L. Bruce at Mt. Zion and classical concerts given at Brookgrove, December 28 and 29 respectively M. E. Churches of the Laytonsville charge were quite a success. The sacred concert was a great success spiritually and financially. The singing of Madame Bruce so touched the hearts of the congregation that eleven persons were received in the church through the invitation extended by the pastor, Rev. Benjamin Gross. We were indeed glad to have had Madame Bruce with us and hope she will come to us again n the near future. Madame Petty Gross of Washington, accompanied Madame Bruce and rendered most efficient service as pianist and elocutionist. This charge has been quite revolutionized during the year. The evangelistic campaign that was conducted by the pastor resulted in more than one hundred and fifty conversions. The good people of the charge are doing all in their power to make this a banner year in the history of the charge. SANG TWO SELECTIONS AT BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH The Oklahoma nightengale, Mme. E. L. Bruce, attended the services of Women's Day that were held at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Lanvale street and Drumlin ave.Le, Sunday night January 11. Just after a slight relief of several day's illness was requested of their chorister, Mr. Brown, to sing. He not knowing her ill condition although she rendered two selections. Her sweet voice was charming. After which was requested by Mrs. M. H. McCurdy, of Richmond, Va., to fill a date, she had to refuse on the account of her two-week engagement in Minneapolis, Minn., but will take up the date later. Mme. Bruce will leave our city this week for Washington to fill other special engagements. Adv. CELEBRATION IN HONOR OF SENATOR CHARLES SUMNER Birthday of Famous Champion of Human Rights Fittingly Observed. Speaking at a largely attended meeting in Washington Tuesday night, Jan. 6, the Rev. Dr. L. N. Ross, pastor of the Metropolitan A. M. E. church, urged the colored people to arm themselves with every necessary equipment for the proper protection of their civil and political rights as American citizens. He gave it as his opinion that the race should spend less money for musical instruments, dancing lessons and the like and more for the kind of education which qualifies one to defend himself against insult and oppression. The meeting was held in honor of the birthday of Charles Sumner, the great champion of human freedom and liberty. Mr. Oswald Garrison Villard also spoke in defense of the race, declaring that the present attitude of the national government toward our people was nothing less than a new slavery which did not even represent the heart and conscience of the true south toward the colored people. The speaker denounced the segregation of employees in the government service, declaring that in many instances the law of the civil service commission and the constitution of the United States were both being violated. Dr. Ross said that it was the policy of this country to prepare for war in time of peace and that the race should look well to its primary interest now, because no government can long exist in peace and prosperity half slave and half free. This was Lincoln's ipse dixit, and it proved to be more than true. The meeting was enthusiastic and will result in much good to the cause of justice and fair play for those who are being wronged without just cause. "Excuse me. I left off the adjective." "What adjective?" "Limited."—Birmingham Age-Her, ald. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER GOOD NEWS FROM MADAM WALKER She Was Warmly Received On Tour Through West Judging from reports received concerning Mine. C. J. Walker's tour of the West Indies, she is almost as popular with the people in the Antilles as she is at her home in America. As president of the Mine. C. J. Walker Manufacturing company in Indianapolis, Ind., and the Lelia college of hair culture she gives employment to scores of members of the race. With the knowledge received at the Lelia college in Indianapolis and New York many women have gone into business for themselves and are achieving success. 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A most effectual remedy for backache, nervousness, indigestion, etc. All prices..... will be glad to furnish you with the Guaranteed Gem Hair Tonic and Gem Hair Pomade.....25c. Electric Hair Brushes and Combs. All kinds of Human Hair Goods. Lowest prices Modern work. Send for catalogue. All Mail orders given prompt attention or I will be glad to call to see you. Ten years' experience. MRS. MAMIE'E. JONES, 1506 Presstman Street Baltimore, Md. complete course at reasonable terms. Mad. 3322-M. R. H. B U T L E R. The Singer Sewing Machine Agent, feels very grateful to his patrons who aided in making his past year in the business a very successful one. He has no right to kick unless in a foot ball game. We endeavor to treat every one just and right. All machines and articles sold and repairs guaranteed. No charges made if sales and work do not prove satisfactory. Without contradiction our terms have been less than anywhere in the City, and this year we are making a better offer. To any one buying one of our five types Singer Machines, making a first payment of chine for the girls will be given absolutely free. $ 5.00 or more a $ 5.00 in charge for the gifts See Us First R. H. BUTLER'S, most equippe 1211 Druid Hill Avenue. See Us First 'S, most equipped repair shop up town. All Avenue. Phone Mad. 4984-Y. R. H. BUTLER'S, most equipped repair shop up town. 1211 Druid Hill Avenue. Phone Mad. 4984-Y. South 422 or South 396-Y. Mount Vernon 5138 ```markdown ``` A. E. 2 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. HAPPENINGS News Gathered in Various Sec tions of the State bv Our Correspondents. MONTGOMEOR COUNTY NEWS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Rockville, Md.; January 15.—Rev. T. E. Roach, who pastored at St. Michaels for three conference years, has been assigned to fill out the term of the late Rev. J. R. Dangerfield. A welcoming reception was tendered Rev. and Mrs. T. E. Roach and Master Paul Alexander Roach by the stewardesses of Clinton A. M. E. Zion Church. Rev. J. C. Love, of Jerusalem M. E. Church had Rev., T. E. Roach to preach for him Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Charlotte Johnson is the oldest and most active member of the A. M. E. Zion Church. Though steadily advancing in years, her stately figure and sunny disposition make her an essential part of the church. Mr. Isaac Johnson, who fought in the 54th Mass Regiment, has conducted service at the A. M. E. Zion Church. Miss Warren has returned to Morgan College, Baltimore. Mesdames Virginia Smith and Parker visited Mrs. Evelyn Smith Sunday. Mr. William Love, of Washington, was the guest of Miss Flossie Beaner. Mrs. Evelyn Smith will give an entertainment shortly. DENTON HAPPENINGS (Stepical to The Afro-American Ledger.) Pocomoke City, Md., January 15. Mr. Willie Blake and Miss Helen Dorman were quietly married to the parsonage of M. E. Church on Wednesday evening. Rav. J. W. Bond performed the ceremony. Miss Sarah Sutton, of Philadelphia was here this week visiting friends. Mr. Naaman James who has been in Cambridge for several months, returned home this week very much indisposed. Miss Maggie Gunby, of Philadelphia is home visiting her parents and friends. Mr Samuel Gunby, of Philadelphia, who spent a week here with his parents and friends left Sunday afternoon to resume his duties. Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Collins were in Baltimore this week. Mr. Noah Gunby a few weeks ago purchased the J. Frank Thorrington property on Clarke avenue for $2700 and has moved his Bicycle and Phonograph business there, where he has better facilities to look after his patrons. Miss Ida Anderson returned home Sunday afternoon after spending a week in Girdletree, Md. The funeral of Mrs. Margaret Sterling was held at Mt. Zion Church on Sunday afternoon. Rev. J. W. Band officiated. Mr. Charlie Gale of this city and Miss Laura Ballard of Crishold, Md., were married on Wednesday evening amidst a host of friends. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Samuel Hugginins, in Crishold, Md. A reception was held on Thursday evening in this city, where the couple will make it their future home. Mr. and Mrs. William Wright while out driving on Monday their horse became frightened and threw them from their rig sustaining slight injuries. Mr. George Long while assisting in moving a roof, had his foot caught and sustained painful injuries. Messrs. Frank and London Quinn of Cape Charles, Va., were in attendance at the funeral of Mrs. Martha Sterling. Mr. Herman Dix has opened a pressing establishing on Clarke avenue. SALISBURY NOTES. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Salisbury, Md., January 15. With the beginning of the New Year the social season has begun on a large scale here. A splendid dinner was given by Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Robbins in honor of their sister, Mrs. Bertinia Miller of Richmond, Va., Friday evening. The residence was tastefully decorated. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. U. G. Langston, Mr. and Mrs. James Anderson, Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Stewart, Miss Mayme L. Houston, Miss Davis, Miss Bessie Leonard, Blanche Lee and Sadie Anderson. Mrs. Bertania Miller was entertained at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. U. G. Langston last Sunday afternoon. Among the invited guests were: Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Robbins, Hon. W. P. Parker and Miss M. L. Houston. Mrs. Miller was also entertained by Misses Bessie Leorard and Blanche Lee at 4 P. M., Sunday. Dr. and Mrs. T. H. Kiah, Miss Carroll and Rev. W. T. Purnell were week end guests at the John Wesley M. E. Parsonage. Mr. Daniel Elsey gave a fine dinner last Sunday afternoon. Among the guests were Revs. R. G. Waters, L. D. Beecham, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Pinkett, Mr. and Mrs. George Stewart. SOUTH BERLIN HAPPENINGS Special to the Afro-American Ledger. South Berlin, Md., January 15.—Mr. William C. Crippen and Mr. Samuel Tingle are keeping a very nice store and are doing a thriving business. We are glad that our people are learning to appreciate their own merchants. The services at the M E. Church was well attended Sunday and the pastor, Rev. Downs preached a stirring sermon. Mr. Herman Pitts, preached his trial sermon Sunday night. Mrs. Martha Pennick, of Baltimore, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Clarcy M. Manuel last week. Mr. Harold Henry and Miss Nannie Berry were married Tuesday night by Rev. C. W. Briddell. CAMBRIDGE HAPPENINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Cambridge, Md., January 15. Rev. George T. Fields of the Stevensville M. E. Church preached to a crowded church at Bethel A. M. E. Church. The Golden Rule Dramatic Club gave the play "Hazel Adama" at Green's Opera House during the week to a crowded house. The Cambridge High School boys are ready to book baseball games with any club who's average age is about 19 years. Address the Cambridge Industrial School. The Silver Leaf Embroidery Club was entertained by Mrs. Lulu V. Matthews during the week. A reading room has been attached ed to the high school and literature is solicited from their many friends. Miss Minnie Kiah, one of the elementary teachers has been indisposed during the week but is better now. Mrs. Mary Sanks and Miss Nannie Holliday have returned for the winter after being absent since the summer. HAVRE DE GRACE NEWS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Havre de Grace, January 15.—Mr. Charles Ennis, of the United States Navy, spent the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Ennis. Misses Emma, Beulah, and Myrtle Skinner and their, brother Horace spent the holidays with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Skinner. They have returned to school in Philadelphia. Mr. Elmer Bowser spent the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William E. Bowser. Mr. and Mrs. Somons, of Baltimore, visited Mrs. Somon's mother, Mrs. Frances Skinner. Mrs. Rosa Skinner gave a birthday reception in honor of her husband, Mr. Horace Skinner. Those present were Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Pritchett, Mrs. Annie Nicholson, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Prigg, Mr. and Mrs. Whitfield, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Smith, Mrs. Daniel Osbourne, Mrs. Frances Skinner, Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Ennis, Mr. and Mrs. Somons, Mr. Elbert Ennis, Mr. Augustus Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. John S. Skinner, little Miss Elva Ennis, Master George W. Nicholson. Mrs. Caroline Lane and Mrs. Annie Galoway are on the sick list. Mr. Lewis Richardson is very sick Mr. Harmon Boone, of Philadelphia, spent Friday and Saturday with Mr. Horace Skinner. The members of St. James A. M. E. Church gave a mock conference for the benefit of their pastor, Rev. James Pritchett. ST. MICHAELS HAPPENINGS St. Michaels, Md., January 15. The A. M. E. Zion Church trustees gave a musical entertainment last Friday. Miss Octavia Miller, of Baltimore is spending a week with her sister, Mrs. Autha Dennis. Rev. James, of Media preached at the A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday. Clarence Hopkins is on the sick list. Mr. Frank Demby, of Cape May, THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER after visiting his sister, Mrs. Witzena Demby left for his home Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Waters are in Fairmount for a short time. Dr. S. Sparks, who cante wound. The revivals will close day after a two weeks' effort. SNOW HILL NEWS Snow Hill, Md., January 15.—The remains of Mr. John Johnson were bought home Tuesday and buried in the Mt. Wesley cemetery. Mrs. Katie Purnell died Tuesday and buried in the Mt. Wesley cemetery Thursday. Rev. Jewett officiating at both funerals, Mr. Charles Stokeley, of Pocomoke City, and Miss Mary Waters, of Girdletree, Md., were married Wednesday afternoon, at the residence of the brides' sister, Mrs. Louis J. Purnell, by Rev. E. J. Henry. Miss Pauline Bishop, of New York, is home for a short stay. Mr. James Covington, of Lewes, Del., was home a few days last week. Mr. William Martin and Mr. Elwood Jenkins, both of Woodbury, N. J., came home last week to spend the winter. Miss Bertha Martin and Mrs. Georgia Harman, of New York, are here for a few weeks. Mrs. Mary Green of Easton, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Lavinia Jewett. Mrs. Annie Jewett, of Crisfield, is the guest of her son, Rev. J. W. Jewett. Miss Ida Anderson, of Pocomoke City was the guest of Miss Ola Wilson, last week. Mrs. Fannie Roxbrough entertained a number of friends Sunday for dinner. Among the friends were Rev. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Jewett, Mrs. Mary Green of Easton and Mrs. Sarah E. Stiles. NEWS FROM CATONSV ILLE Special to the AMA Journal Catonsville, Md., January 15.—Mrs. Julia Miller and her mother, Mrs. Hannah Owens are living on Winters ave. Misses Catherine and Maude Squirrel, of Philadelphia are here attending the trial of James Tartar, who murdered their father, Mr James Squirrel, last December. Mr. Charles Henson, who has been indisposed is out again. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hardy moved Wednesday with his son and daughter-in law, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Torsell on Winters avenue. Mr. George Dorsey, who has been confined to his bed with throat trouble is able to be out again. Mrs. Wm. Adams has been home for two weeks sick. Fire broke out in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pierce Jackson Monday night. The prompt response of the fire department prevented any great loss. The damage was about $50. Mrs. Annie Turner was taken seriously ill Monday night. The senior choir of Grace A. M. E. Church will accompany the pastor, Rev. C. H. Murray, who will preach at Towson A. M. E. Church at 3 P. M., Sunday. The funeral of Mr. Julius Smith was held from Grace A. M. E. Church Sunday at 3 P. M. The deceased was 53 years of age. He leaves to mourn his lost, a wife Mrs. Cecelia Smith; three sons and two daughters and a host of friends. Mr. Edgar Moore, of Baltimore, read an interesting paper Sunday at the League of Grace A. M. E. Church on "The Importance of Prayer." Mr. Robert Williams has installed an up-to-date soda fountain in his store, corner Winters avenue and Edmondson avenue. " The ushers of Grace A. M. E. Church were installed Sunday night by Rev. C. H. Murray. They were eighteen in number and made a brilliant showing. NEWS FROM GUMBERLAND Cumberland, Md., January 16. Rev. Edward E. Tyler, ex-pastor of the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church and his wife, spent a few days here during the holidays. They left on Friday for Madison, N. J. Mrs. Octavia Fisher, the superintendent of the Metropolitan Sunday school is out after a brief illness. Rev. J. W. Waters, Jr., of Waynesboro, Va., son of Rev. J. W. Waters, Sr., of the M. E. Church, Center street, is here asisting in the revival work. The Queen City Lodge, No. 1716 G. U. O. O. F. gave their annual entertainment at their hall on Tuesday evening. The younger members of the order had charge of its management headed by Mr. George French and W. H. Williams. A large audience was present and a splendid program rendered. Mrs. Cora Scott, of Pine avenue was seriously bitten by a dog on Saturday. She was attended by Dr. S. Sparks, who canterized the wound. The revivals will close this Sunday after a two weeks' successful effort. Rev. S. P. Young, of Pittsburg, will lecture and exhibit stereoptican views of a diversefed nature at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church next Thursday. The ladies' literary society held a very interesting session at the parsonage of the A. M. E. Church, Thursday. Sewing and art work was the order. Refreshments were served by the hostess, Mrs. Sadie E. Jackson. The newly elected officers of the order of Elks were installed on Thursday night. FASTON NOTES (Special to The Arro-American Ledger Easton, Md., January 25.—The Trustees, stewards, stewardesses and the various auxiliaries of Bethel A M. E. Church gave their pastor Rev. S. H. Cooper, a very handsome purse for a Christmas gift. Mr. John Boadley died January 12th at his residence, 105 E. Dover street. Mr. Samuel Williams, who has been confined to his home five years with paralysis is now very low at his home on Port street. Mr. Henry Thomas, of 116 Hanson street, is quite ill at his residence with the pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Sprouse have returned home to Easton after spending some time in Baltimore on their honeymoon. The prayer meeting now going on in Bethel A. M. E. Church are having quite a revival. ANNAPOLIS JOTTINGS (Special to the Afro-American Ledger.) Annapolis, Md., January 15.—Asbury M. E. Church is manifesting much interest in the approaching annual conference which convenes here April 8. Sunday night the Universal Lodge of F. A. A. Masons had their annual sermon preached to them by Rev. E. S. Williams. Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church is in the midst of a revival. Much interest is being manifested. Rev. P. H. Green was in Annapolis one day last week and preached on Wednesday night at the revival. Rev. S. S. Wormley, of the first Baptist Church is laboring incessantly in the revival at Mt. Moriah with great acceptability. Rev. E. S. Williams and his people visited the revival Tuesday night. Mr. S. M. Morgan, of Washington and Miss Bertie Bishop were here on Monday. Miss Bishop was for several years a teacher of Staunton public school. She comes from one of the best known families of the State. The funeral of Miss Katie Watkins, who died Saturday morning took place Tuesday afternoon at Mt. Moriah Church. Mrs. Sarah Ann Boston who has been quite ill is convalescent. Mr. Mills Sumner is still confined to his home. Mrs. Emma Sharpe is able to be up in her room. Mrs. Adelle Barge, who was thought to be suffering with appendicitis is improving rapidly. "Hair Dresser to Society" Of course there are other Hair Dressers BUT ONLY ONE POINDEXTER EXPERT MASSAGING AND MANICURING 831 DRUID HILL AVE. Miss Edith Butler 1230 ETTING STREET Ostrich feathers cleaned, curled and remodeled. 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House Painting Glazing, Graining Enameling Floors Stained - Varnished or Waxed. Leaky Roofs Cemented and Painted. LAMO CAP HAIR FOOD DIRECTION-Rub thoroughly into the hair and comb hair to suit style. Prices of Superior Hair Dressing in the known original red bozes: Large boxes, 25c. Single box, 15c., ordered by mail, 25c. Medium red tin box single 25c. Ordered by mail, 40c. Q Office Hours: 8 A.M. to 7 P.M. Other hours by appointment. Below Baltimore St. We are still doing business at the old stand and serving those fine meals at moderate prices. Home cooking, polite service and cheerful surroundings. The patronage of the public is solicited. Phone, St. Paul 5069 MRS. L. JACKSON, Proprietress. Afro-American Co. J. H. MURPHY, Manager. C. & P. Phone, Mt Vernon 2833. UP-TOWN OFFICE: 1320 Druid Hill Avenue. C. & P. Phone, Madison 342. 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All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN Co MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION BALTIMORE, JAN. 17, 1914. The coal man is laughing in his glee, and the next thing he will turn to be the ice man and will laugh some more. The ice man will not have any excuse next summer for not having ice. But that will not make any difference whatever in the size of the usual five cent piece of ice. It will be just as small as ever. Just suppose Governor Goldsborough could do with the legislature like President Wilson is doing with Congress, my what a time there would be down in Annapolis. But if he should attempt it there would be some bucking, and that is no joke. President Wilson seems to have the whip on Congress and is making it do pretty much as he pleases. Why not do away with Congress altogether and put all the power of making laws in the hands of the president. It would save a lot of money as well as bother and worry on the part of the Executive. No one owes more to the inventor of the wireless system of telegraphy than "those who go down to the sea in ships and who do business in great waters." No one thing in hundred years has done more to make the sea safe to travelers than the invention of wireless telegraphy. The world owes a debt of gratitude to the inventor of the system. OUR NEIGHBOR AS OURSELVES The leaders of thought among ourselves ought to give serious and practical attention towards a cultivation of friendliness and fraternal feelings between members of our own race and members of what are sometimes called 'foreign races.' When we chance to see the ordinary Chinaman, Pole, or Jew, do we feel a lively interest in the various problems which they have to encounter? If ours is a feeling of indifference towards them, why should we wonder, at the indifference, face and unconcern manifested towards us by the ordinary white man? Our claim for a "square deal" rests not upon the fact that we are Negro or colored, but rather upon the ground of a common manhood. There is no right or privilege which we may justly claim for ourselves which does not pertain to a man of any other race. We should specially cultivate the acquaintance and good will of the members of all races, who, in some sense, sustain many of the disadvantages which fall to our lot. In so doing we minister to our highest good. We lose our individual racial life that we may again find it more productively and abundantly. Illustrative of our contention, we would call attention to a most interesting article in the "Independent" of last week, with respect to Mr. Henry Moskowith, recently appointed by Mayor Mitchell, as President of the Civil Service Commission of New York City. When one thinks of the "Eastside" New York, with its teaming swarms of humanity, under the most lowly conditions, and then remember that only 30 years ago Mr. Moskowith was but a poor Polish boy of four years, and his parents enironed with all the hardships of extreme poverty, the sacredness and greatness of our common humanity can the more be appreciated. Henry Moskowith was born 34 years ago in the little town of Husch Rumania, of Polish Jewish lineage and when four years of age he emigrated to New York with his mother, his father having already come to New York the year previous, where he was making out a living as a push cart peddler, selling suspenders and notions. The story of the life of young Moskowith, first as a little newspaper boy on the Eastside, and now, with only the lapse of thirty years, one of the most prominent and useful citizens of that great city, is exceedingly interesting and thrilling. Instead of shrinking from, as if we were better, than the many foreigners in our midst, we should rather draw nigh, learn of them, sympathise with them, and join our forces in the uplift of common humanity. The Negro is not one whit better than the most lowly of the many foreign races which help to make up our common country; and recognizing this fact he should cheerfully and enthusiastically act accordingly. Let us make friends with Men, not money. We can never forget that Daniel O'Connell, the distinguished Irish leader, espoused the cause of the Negro in America, not because he was a Negro, but because he was a man. And although an Irishman, far remote from the horrors of American slavery, he never failed to administer a stinging rebuke to certain Irishmen in America who were inclined to go against the Negro rather than for him. The spirit of O'Connell should be our spirit. In his address to the Irish Repeal Association, of Cincinnati, many years ago the distinguished Irish patriot said: "We have read with the deepest affliction, not unmixed with some surprise and such indignation, your detailed and anxious vindication of the most hideous crime that has ever stained humanity—the slavery of men of color in the United States of America We are lost in utter amazement at the perversion of mind and deprivation of heart which your address evinces. How can the generous, the charitable, the humane, the noble emotions of the Irish heart have become extinct among you? How can your nature be so totally changed as that you should become the apologists and defenders of that execrable system which makes man the property of his fellow man, destroys the foundation of all moral and social virtues, condemns to ignorance, immorality, and irreligion, millions of our fellow creatures; and pertetuates oppression by law, and in the name of what you call a constitution? "It was not in Ireland you learned this cruelty. Your mothers are gentle, kind and humane. Their bosoms overflow with the honey of human charity. Your sisters are probably, many of them, still among us, and participate in all that is good and benevolent in sentiment and action. How, then, can you have become so depraved? How can your souls have become stained with a darkness blacker than the Negro's skin?" We must certainly put into practice a wider and deeper charity if we anticipate a solution of many of our problems. Let us think more of the common problems which effect all of the under races who are the victims of the greed and oppression of the mighty, and in so doing a new and powerful element of strength will come to us. Let us honestly endeavor to love our neighbor as ourselves, and especially that portion sustaining similar conflicts as ourselves. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER LITERARY NEWS THE PEOPLE'S FORUM "The right and wrong way of handling Negro Labor," is the title of a very interesting article in the "Country Gentleman," published by the Curtis Publishing Company of Philadelphia. The article is illustrated and deals largely with farm life in the South and the method employed by Southern farmers in dealing with their Negro employees. Mr. Washington shows clearly the best method for obtaining the best results, both to the laborer and the employer. It is simply a getting together for mutual benefit, the employer giving the employee the best that can be obtained and the consequent result of the employer getting the best results from his employees in return. The article is well worth reading, as is a rule of most of Mr. Washington's articles. The recent issue of the A. M. E. Zion Review shows great improvement along all lines. The mechanical part of the work is excellent and is in marked contrast with former editions. The reading matter is worth while and shows considerable improvement along that as well as other lines. Badly printed books have a tendency to detract from the matter, however well and worthy it may be. With a continuance of its present excellent make up, the Review will soon take its place among the best reading publications of the race. The "Portland Advocate" has a most excellent Christmas number. It is printed on a find grade of paper, and gives a number of illustrations of the homes Portland's Afro-American citizens live in. Also some of the institutions conducted by them. The "Advocate" is to be congratulated on this splendid edition. If the picture of the editor's sanctum is to be taken as a guide to the condition of the treasurer's department, we are very sure that the Advocate is enjoying a high degree prosperity. The current number of the Southern Workman (published by the Hampton Institute Press) contains the second installment of the series which this magazine is publishing on the various courses in the Hampton Trade School: This article explains how the Hampton blacksmith and wheelwright are trained in initiative, application, and general efficiency. A paper on "Negro Progress in Virginia" by Booker T. Washington expresses this shrewd observer's belief that "the Negro race in Virginia is going forward in all the fundamental and substantial things of life, faster than the Negro himself realizes and faster than his white neighbor realizes," and gives his reasons for this belief. Interesting illustrated articles in this number are "The Red Cross in Japan" by Saint Nihal Singh and "Negro Women as Trained Nurses" by Robert McMurdy. Frank G. Speck refutes a statement by Mr. Roosevelt in regard to the ownership by Indians of the land and game in this country. Other articles are "Robert C. Ogden's Labors in the South" by Samuel Chiles Mitchell and "The White Man's Debt to the Negro" by Mrs. L. H. Hammond. MR. AND MRS. SMITH RETURN Manassas, Va., January 15.—Mr. and Mrs. William L. Smith, who were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Welford Butler, of Midland, Va., Christmas Day, were "at home" to their friends Sunday. Mrs. Edward Jenkins, of Baltimore, and Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Brown, of Sparrows Point, were among the Marylanders present, Mr. Smith is a merchant here. CATHOLIC CLUB IN NEW QUARTERS The Colored Catholic Club gave a housewarming and opening reception at their new home, 510 N. Pine street, a few evenings ago. The home has recently been handsomely furnished. The reception was attended by a large number of persons, including many ladies. The annual election of officers for the club will take place next Monday night. Major Charles E. Gladden, who has been president for the past two years, will not be a candidate for reelection. The remaining officers are: Charles Montague, vice president; Leonard Page, manager; James D. Campbell, financial secretary; Thomas Millburn, recording secretary; Joseph Gonzales, treasurer; George Bush, chaplain; George Bell, marshal, and John Nicholas, sergeant-at-arms. Charles Stevens, chairman. (Communicated) One hears much these days from the advocates of segregation about preserving the superiority and purity of the white race. To those who know the origin of the white race in America, this plea is as amusing as that fantastic effusion about the "land of the free and the home of the brave;" or the pronouncement of the present day Democratic party for a "new freedom," or for a freedom of any sort. Probably no more mongrel racial type of humanity is in existence anywhere than is the white American type. Being a conglomerate of Latin, Norman, Celt, Angle, Saxon, and about every other type under the sun, the white American is a composite representing no racial type nor species in its elemental purity. Although undoubtedly drawing some Hamitic adulteration through the elements amalgamated from the Latin Stock, let us, to satisfy them, call this mongrel race the white American race and now let us see what we can find in them in the way of purity which should lead them into hysteries over its preservation. Before we could even consider such a question, we must forget that the white American is the offshoot of the international highwaymen of the world who, solely upon the theory that "might makes right," have arrogated to themselves the right of ownership in whatever honor their greed has led them to seize or whatever else their covetons eyes have rested upon. They have conquered rival nations without conscience, and have ruthlessly ravished their homes and possessions, robbing them at the same time of their heritages of scientific and literary development. In this spirit of brigandage they have robbed the Hamitic peoples of their glorious achievements in science, literature and art, and in the histories which they have written have taken to themselves credit which properly belongs to the sons of Ham. For while the so-called Anglo-Saxons were living in caves and dressing in the skins of wild animals and wearing about their necks the iron collars of their masters, the sons of Ham were giving to the world systems of architecture; were building the pyramids; were tunneling rivers, building canals, making steel, weaving cloth, making languages, carrying on commerce; and were doing a thousand other constructive things which contributed to the world's progress and gave evidence of a high degree of racial development among the sons of Ham; from whose contaminating touch the descendants of these cave dwellers would now be preserved. We must forget that these highwaymen have robbed the American Indian of his patrimony, and have well nigh extinguished his race for refusing to accept the highway robbery as an evidence of beneficent paternalism. We must forget that these same international highwaymen went to the dark continent; robbed the Africans of their land which is probably nature's richest creation; ruthlessly slaughtered its helpless and unsuspecting inhabitants in large numbers; brutalized the women and stripped them of their heritage of virtue and chastity; and taught them the white man's vices—lying, cheating, stealing, drunkenness. We must forget that the white American seions of this noble stock of international highwaymen stole many of these simple-minded people from their homes and brought them to America into a slavery which was worse than any death. This white American, not satisfied with enslaving these people, compelled the women to submit to his unholy passions until as a result of the lust of the very people who are now anxious about preserving the purity of their mongrel race, more than half of the colored people of the United States have had this white American's mongrel blood forced into their veins. We must forget the monstrous wrong that since emancipation thousands of children are born annually by colored women to white fathers, who are many times among those who are clamoring most loudly for measures to protect the purity of the white race. We must forget the most painful act of all that even into this day few colored girls who enter service in white Southern families can escape the lust of the white fathers and their sons, who ever since the first ship load of slaves was landed in this country have regarded the black women as their legitimate prey. Willing or unwilling they have been used to satisfy this unholy passion. At the present time a young colored girl in the South is not safe and never has been from the Southern white man, young or old, who asserts that colored women neither possess nor desire to possess chastity or morals. On the street the young colored girl is insulted with impurity; and in her service place is assaulted without compunction, and by the very men who talk about race purity. While the white Southerner has forced his blood and his children upon the black women, he has taught the black man that a similar attitude toward the white women of the South is rape. The white Southerner has lynched the black Southerner for doing or even thinking of doing to the white woman what the white man regards as his legitimate right to do to the black woman. The white Southerner talks of his superiority and his purity. Does he give evidence of either or both of these characteristics when, after solemnly swearing to support the constitution of the United States, he deliberately steals away his black brother's franchise, and then on the strength of this robbery and perjury he seeks and reaches the governorship. Having become the chief robber and perjurer of his State, he now seeks to secure another mantle of respectability and elects himself to the United States Senate. The observant black man notes that robbery and perjury promote the white man to the governorship and the Senate, and according to his light seeks advancement by the same processes. According to his opportunities he steals $an ham but he finds to his sorrow that while robbery and perjury promote the white man the black man who uses the same means gets thirty years on the chain gang. With our vision beclouded by the contemplation of such things, we are forced to appeal to some champion, of the superior race to point us to the direction in which we must search for the purity of the mongrel white American race of the South. W. H. J. He Sees Many Interesting People Among Them Miss Ida R. Cummings of Baltimore Jacksonville, Fla.—It is a nice little jump from Bowling Green, Ky., to Jacksonville, Fla., but I have made it, and I am here writing to you this week. I was in Bowling Green when I wrote you last and you may put it down that I had a busy time there. I talked six times in one day, and left bright and early the next morning for Nashville, Tenn. Reaching the city, I went direct to the A. M. E. Sunday School Union and found Ira T. Bryant as busy as could be. The men and women around his place were as polite and courteous as could be. I then went to Rev. Henry Allen Boyds office or to the office of the National Baptist Publishing Board and found things moving along there nicely. In talking with Mr. Boyd, I learned that the next session of the National Baptist Sunday School Congress, will be held in Beaumont, Texas next June and I am going to work now to raise money enough to be there. The Congress is one of the best ever attended and then I learn so much about Sunday school work. I called up Bishop Tyree, talked with Mrs. Tyree, and then went out to their home. Bishop was just home a few weeks before from Philadelphia where he had been to attend an important meeting there which settled the Book Concern-Christian Recorder affair. Then on to the schools, and lectures outlined for me, and a busy day, ending up with a midnight lunch at the home of Rev. J. C. Caldwell, D. D., secretary of the Allen Christian Endeavor League, and one of the fine young men of the A. M. E. Church. I expect to see him one of the Bishops in the A. M. E. Church, and he is now getting into the hearts of his people. It was about 3 o'clock the next morning that I left for Birmingham. Reaching Birmingham I went directly to the home of Dr. U. G. Mason, and he was glad to see me. From Dr. Mason's I went to the office of Windham Brothers and I will have a few things to say to you about them in another letter. Continued on Page 6. BOOSTS AND KNOCKS BOOSTS AND KNOCKS By Booster Knock To the Editor: As chairman of the Citizens' Committee, of which two members of your staff are members, I wish to say a word in reply to the writer, who regales your readers under the heading of "Boosts and Knocks." Incidentally, I think most folks would like to know why the first word is used, since we have recollection of seeing only the latter in its column. We have yet to see a "boost," to anything or anybody. The Citizens' Committee was not organized for any definite time nor to raise any definite amount. We desired only to assist in raising funds for the rebuilding of Provident Hospital. Our "spasmodic efforts." with the aid of your generous editorial columns, succeeded in raising nearly a thousand dollars, which is intact in the Munsey Trust Company, credited to "the Rebuilding Fund of Provident Hospital" subject to the demands of the hospital whenever they are ready to begin operations. As regards the unkind slur in reference to the desire of some of the Committee to shine as "leaders in philanthropic lines," the writer wishes to say that no one of the original members sought membership on the committee. They were sought and invited by Dr. McCard, who deserves most of the credit for the success of the ventures) and his associates who prevailed upon them to act in behalf of the hospital. Every office in the organization sought the man—not the man the office. Speaking for myself, in view of the fact that at this season of the year, we are too busy seeking our loaves and fishes to devote much time to any charity except that which begins and ends at home. We will gladly relinquish our office to Mr. "Knocks" and allow him to marshal these gentlemen and get them to equal or excel their efforts of last year. First. I would like to tell "most folks" why the word "Boosts" is used at the head of this column. Those who have condescended to read my column have seen quite as many "Boosts" as they have "Knocks." Of course if they cannot tell the difference, that is not my fault. Second. The fact that two of the members of the staff of this paper are connected with the Citizen's Committee has nothing at all to do with my attituded in reference to the lack of persistency on the part of the committee in the work it set out to do. Were I a member of the Committee myself, I should certainly feel constrained to utter the same criticism. Third. Granting that the Committee was not organized for any definite time, it must certainly nave had some definite object in view—the rebuilding of Provident Hospital—that is judging from press reports at the time of its inception. Fourth. In reference to the "unkind slur" I will admit that it was merely a "stone thrown in the bushes." If Brother Taylor was in there I am sorry. It may be remembered, however, that ample provisions were made for his easy escape. Fifth. We. have taken the privilege on another occasion in this column to congratulate the members of the Committee upon their valiant initiatory efforts. Our effort last week was to stir those same members up in order to have a repetition of the same. As far as Dr. McCard's work on the Committee is concerned, I am exceedingly glad that Brother Taylor and I can at least agree on one point Sixth. As Brother Taylor has admitted that the various offices sought the man, and as he is the president of the Committee it would certainly be ungrateful for me to attempt to usurp the powers that have been given to him. No, Brother Taylor, you make a fine chairman, and while I sincerely hope you will always be busy in your quest for the "loaves and fishes,' I am still hoping you will remember that in reference to the saying "the poor we always have with us" that there is Provident Hospital. BOOSTER KNOCK. TO OPEN LUNCH ROOM Commencing Monday a lunch room will be opened at the Settlement House of the Eva Jenifer Neighborhood Club where school children and those who work in the nearby factories will be able to get meals for three cents. The lunches will be served from 12 until 2 o'clock every day in the week. SPORTS & ATHLETICS By SPORTSMAN In an exciting, but poorly played contest, St. Mary's Association Basket Ball team defeated the High School team at the St. Mary's Hall, last Thursday evening. The score was not decided until the last two minutes of play when the score stood I5-15 and after a series of fumbles on the part of the High School players and a flash of fast play by some of the St. Mary's players, Wright got possession of the ball and shot for the winning and final score of the game. Due to the lack of training or the lack of obedience to training the High School failed to cover Rice during the first half with the result that the minute he had his hands on the ball a goal was most sure to follow. Captain Hayes of the High School did not play the game that was expected of him, and added to this fact he was troubled with his leg which repeatedly cramped on him and caused time to be called several times before he retired in the second half in favor of Kelly. The score at the end of the first half was High School 3, St. Mary's 9. As the game proceeded the High School showed signs of coming back, and so completely cover Rice that he was able to shoot out two more goals. During the second half the play was more nearly even on both sides and although there were a number of fouls called on the St. Mary's boys, the High School could not take advantage of these opportunities for free shots at the goal. Throughout the entire game both teams showed a lack of training, frequently fouling and often paying no attention to some of the most important rules of basket ball. By keeping the ball in their own territory a greater part of the time, in this half, the High School managed to even things up a bit and by making goals and scoring points on the St. Mary's Fouls managed to forge ahead of St. Mary's by a single goal. Realizing the seriousness of the situation and urged on by cheers from their supporters St. Mary took a final stand and scored two more goals in the last five minutes of play thus winning the game. The line up of the teams follow: St. Mary's Position High School Scott r.g. Beaman Wright l.g. Smith Adams c. Hayes (Kelley) Rice l.f. Hammond Harris Tinsley r.f. Armstead Carl Briscoe and Bernard Webb were the referees, and John Wheeler, of the High School scorer. The two representatives of the Hampton and Lincoln Basket Ball teams were in town last week and completed arrangements for the holding of the annual game between those two colleges. The game will be held at St. Mary's Hall on the 30th of this month. It is probable that there will be a preliminary game the same night between two local teams. In connection with this game we might sav that it is to be regretted that no larger place could be secured for the playing of the game. The two managers scoured the city during the week but failed to secure any place commensurate with the demands that a large crowd would make at such a game. All the halls owned by our people were built, evidently with the 'intention of holding small dances, receptions and the like. For not one of them is fit to hold an event such as the one above mentioned; either the ceilings are too low, the gas fixtures too low, or the hall too short, or absolutely unable to accommodate any people who might come to witness an athletic event. We sincerely hope that the Y. M. C. A. in erecting their new building will not overlook this fact but provide adequate means for holding all kinds of indoor athletic events. The Dunbar Althetic A. A. basket ball team will play their initial game of the season with the Hiawatha Cardinals of Washington, in that city on the 23 of this month. The M. Street High School basket ball team of Washington will play the St. Mary's team of this city at the St. Mary's Hall on the 23 of this month. The Howard University Basket Ball team defeated the aggregation from Pittsburg in a fast played game last Friday night. A new baseball league, controlled by Chicago men and composed entirely of colored members, will be in the field next summer. WANTED-50 men at the Men's Bible Class, Bethel A. M. E. Sunday School Sunday afternoon at 2:30 P. M., J. H. Murphy, teacher. IN MEMORIAM In sad but loving remembrance of my dear father, Francis A. Miller, who departed this life four years ago, January 15, 1910. You have gone from us, dear father, To your Saviour good and true; You have won the heavenly glory Which is for us to do. He shall sleep, but not forever There will be a glorious dawn; We shall meet to part, no never, On that resurrection morn. By his loving daughter, Mrs. Ophelia S. Green. In memory of a loving daughter and sister, Miss Marie O. Jordan, who departed this life one year ago, January fourteenth to dwell with God and angels above. Loved ones in Jesus she's passed on before, Now resting in glory, her worries are no more; Toils all are ended, and nothing now but joy, And praises ascending her ever glad employ. By Mrs. Sarah Jordan, mother. Though sad we mark the closing eye, Of those we loved in days gone by. Yet sweet in death their latest song— We'll meet again t'will not be long. Her sister. Frances. T'will not be long this yearning heart, May feel its every hope depart, And joy to be with that loved one; We'll meet again t'will not be long. Her brother, Shelton. Mrs. Charlotte Brent, of 806 George street, wishes to thank her many friends for the sympathy and floral tributes received at the death of her son, William. We wish to thank the friends and members of the various organizations for their kindness during the illness of our mother, Mrs. Sallie E. Watson and the beautiful floral designs. Marie Watson Ethel Watson Roland Watson Mr. George A. and William H. Johnson wish to thank their many friends and relatives for their kindness during the recent bereavement of their father, Mr. Jacob Johnson, who died at his home. 1850 N. Stricker street, Thursday, January 8. Mrs. Sallie E. Watson, of 421 St. Mary's street after an illness of seven weeks with double pneumonia, departed this life January 7th. She was an ardent worker in the Order of Galilean Fisherman and led in every enterprise that was given to raise money for the endebtedness on their Temple. At the time of her death she was the Associate Grand Ruler, president of the Willing Workers and treasurer of Federal Tabernacle No. 6. She also was a member and worker in the Order of Good Hopes, Daughter of Samaria and Sons and Daughters of Faith. Impressive services were held at Macedonia Baptist Church of which she was an active worker. Rev. D. G. Mack, pastcr. She leaves a mother and three children. MEN'S DAY MEN'S DAY You and your friends are invited to attend the Men's Dav service at Centennial M. E. Church, Caroline and Bank streets, Sunday, January 25, under the auspices of the Brotherhood. Special program all day. 3 P. M., sermon by Rev. M. J. Naylor, pastor of Sharp St. Mem. Church, his choir and congregation will be present. Come and hear something that will greatly interest you at each service. Music by male choir, under the direction of Mr. Alfred Mitchell. Prominent speakers. Mt. James Burke, president. Mr. Daniel W. Jones, secretary. Rev. N. M. Carroll, D. D., pastor. WEEKS' CONVENTIONS Jesus purposes ripening fast unfolding. The Union Women's Conference holds their first convention at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Calhoun street, between Lafayette avenue and Mosher street Sunday. Rev. Lloyd Reed, D. D., pastor. All preacher women, exhorters, speakers are invited to attend the business part of the meeting 3 o'clock in the day. Jubilee service at night. Everybody is welcome. Commencing Sunday February 1st to 8th. The officers are Sisters Louisa Groomes, Liza Brown, Lulu Billups, Estella Graves. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER ...SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS... FIFTH ANNUAL SESSION June 22, to July 17, 194 Over 400 Teachers Present Last Summer BASKET BALL LINCOLN UNIVERSITY VS. HAMPTON INSTITUTE ST. MARY'S PARISH HALL FRIDAY EVENING, JAN. 30th, 1914, AT 8.30 O'CLOCK Dancing After The Game. KERR'S ORCHESTRA ADMISSION TO GAME AND DANCE • 50 CENTS TO DANCE ONLY 35 CENTS At the Galilean Fishermen's Auditorium .....THURSDAY EVENING, JANUARY 29th, 1914..... By Special Request of the Boston, New York and Washington Chauffeur Clubs Goldfield and Kerr's Orchestras with Continuous Music Don't fail to meet some more and some more prominent chauffeurs from these cities; also Mr. R. Jasper, the well-known Lovie Joe. If you want to have a nice time and plenty of dancing for your money visit this Ball. This Ball is on the order of Northern Balls. Enter the corridors under a beautiful awning. See the electrical display and beautiful decorations inside. Women ushers. The best of attention given to ladies. Cards of Admission 35 Cents. Refreshments in Abundance Tickets at All Drug Stores. Concert and Lafrance by the Crescent Concert Orchestra, at Odd Fellows' Hall Biddle St., near Pennsylvania Ave. Friday Evening, Feb. 6th, 1914 Tickets 15 Cents Tickets on sale at the following Druggist: Fennell's, Stokes & Derry, Terrell & McNeill. For particulars see Advertising Cards. W. Thomas, President. E. Hoban, Director. & A Happy New Year A FREE prescription which will check Whooping Cough will be sent to all parents with children suffering Whooping Cough. if the parent's name and address, child's or children's age and a two cent stamp be sent to Dr. D.N.E.Campbell, 1369 N. Carey St., Balto. Md. WANTED—men or women to sell and introduce Greene's Hair Pomade. Good salary and commission. Apply GREENE'S PRESCRIPTION PHARMACY. S. E. Corner Carey and Winchester streets. Balto., MJ. You are invited to attend the 3rd anniversary of Bethel Calanthe Drill Corps, No. 5, K. of P., at Centennial M. E. Church, Bank and Caroline streets, Sunday, January 18, 1914, at 7:30 P. M., sharp. Sermon by Rev. N. M. Carroll. All sister Courts are invited to turn out with us. Capt. L. I. Fleggans. Alverta Waters, secretary. A. E. Jolley, M. S. Roberts, Lieuts. Everybody invited to the WOMAN'S DAY services at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Sunday, January 18, 1914. 11 A. M., Platform meeting. 7.30 P. M., Literary program under the auspices of the Church Aid Society. Mrs. M. L. Crew, president. Mrs. Janie Parker, vice Pres. Mrs. Agnes Lewis, treasurer. Mrs. Gertrude Allen, secretary. Rev. J. W. Norris, D. D., Pastor. WANTED—A first-class farmer to farm on shares. The farm is well stocked and conviently located near both markets and office. A splendid opportunity for an energetic and industrious man, who wants to make an independent living. For full particulars, write to the Afro-American Office. 628 N. Eutaw St., Baltimore, Md. WANTED—25 men wanted to to attend Bible Class. Bethel A. M. E. Church. The Maryland Grand Council B. and S. Job will have their regular session January 23, at Asbury Hall, East Lexington street, of which you are earnestly requested to be present to decide where you hold your memorial service. Respectfully W. G. W. H. Saunders Charles Folks, G. Sec. 6th and 7th Department January 30tn. Vice president, Mary C. Bantum; Clifford Perry, secretary. MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE Grace Presbyterian Church, Dolphin and Etting street, Monday, January 19th at 11 a.m. Rev. A. L. Gaines, presiding. Paper by Prof. M. A. Hawkins, subject—"The Moral Physical and Intellectual Life of the Youth of the Race." Everybody invited. W. Edward Williams, See. WILLIAM H. DODD DEALER IN New and Second-Hand FURNITURE, STOVES. CARPETS OIL CLOTHS, MATTINGS, ETC. To the Friends and Public, I wish to thank you for your patronage during the year 1913. I will also call your attention to some of my out-of-town business and sales as follows: MARYLAND Queen Anne county.....$75.00 Kent county.....25.00 Anne Arundel county.....95.00 Talbot county.....15.00 West River.....50.00 Baltimore county.....20.00 Calvert county.....18.00 Frederick county.....35.00 Prince George county.....15.00 Hartford county.....18.00 VIRGINIA Lancaster county.....30.00 Middlesex county.....40.00 Gloucester county.....35.00 Bay Port.....10.00 Northumberland county.....65.00 North End.....5.00 Essex county.....45.00 Marallic.....7.00 Boyce.....28.00 Bowlers Wharf.....8.00 White Stone.....12.00 Accomac county.....28.00 Yorktown.....15.00 STATES Hanover, Pa. 75.00 New Jersey 15.00 Lebanon, Ky. 35.00 Anacostia, D. C. 10.00 Washington, D. C. 18.00 New York 15.00 New Jersey 20.00 North Carolina 18.00 South Carolina 15.00 Massachusetts 35.00 Kentucky 10.00 Georgia 23.00 Packing and Shipping to any part of the City or County MOVING WAGONS FOR HIRE 1131 Pennsylvania Avenue BALTIMORE, MD. C. & P. Phone Mt. Vernon 4010 M 72 H DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Robert St. G. P. Rodgers, Pastor. Services every Sabbath—Saturday 10 a. m., Sabbath School 11.30 a. m., preaching service 3. p. m., Vesper Services Special service Sunday night, Jan. 18 8 p. m., subject, "It is Done." All Invited Good Music GRACE PRESBYERIAN CHURCH, Dolphin and Etting Sts. Rev. W. E. Williams, D. D., Minister The Morse, 638 W. Lansville St. The Manse, 623 W. Lanvale St. 11 a.m., Sermon by Rev. B.M. Ward, subject, "The Settlement of a Religious Claim." 3.00 p. m., Sunday School and popular meeting. 8 p. m. Sermon by Minister to the G.A.R. subject, "the Colored Soldier" Seats free All lecture and Prayer Service every Wednesday, 8 p. m. Mrs. Eulalia Reid Calloway Directress Miss Margaret Rusk, Organist. Wm. Anderson, Supt. Universal Methodist Episcopal Church 11 a. m. Sermon by an able divine. 2.30 p. m. Sabbath School 8 p. m. Special exercises by the Sabbath School. Short discourse by the pastor. Lesson, The Good Samaritan, A very cordial welcome to all James F. Smith, Church Clerk. E---IT PAYS... CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Sts. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, D. D.; Pastor 11 a.m. Sermon by pastor Subject, "Waiting upon God." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 5 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m., preaching by pastor to the Bethel Oalanthe Drill Corps, No. 5, K. of P. Subj., "Great Wonder in Heaven." Revival services in progress. Meetings continued during the week conducted by Rev. Levi Miller. Everybody welcome. Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, Supt. Mrs. Helen A. Cooper, Pres. of L. EASTERN M. E. OHURCH Rev. S. R. Hughes, Pastor 10 a. m. Bible Class. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Subj. "Shadows." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m. Sharp St. Mem. congregation and choir. Sermon by Rev. M. J. Nay- lor, D. D. 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Quarterly Love Feast. All are welcome ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Rogers Ave. and Lexington Street Rev. Geo. E. Curry, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Dr. J. O. Spen- cer of Morgan College. Sunday School at 2:00 p. m. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m., Sermon by pastor. Evangel- istic Service. Revival service during the week. All cordially invited. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH Franklin and Pine Sts., "King's Hill" Rev. Alfred Young; Pastor. Residence: 618 Dolpin Street Calendar Day 12 ladies will be dressed in white. 11 a.m. Sermon by pastor. Subject, "Hot Shot." 3. p. m. Sunday School. 4.30 p. m., Epworth League 7.30 p. m. Revival Service 8 p. m. Sermon by "That Desciple Jesus Loved." Don't fail to come Prayer meeting Wednesday night. J. F. Crowner Chorister, W. C. Tongue, Supt. Thomas Johnson, Pres. E. L. Sharp St. Near Montgomery Rev. Ernest Lyon, D. D., Pastor 10.30 a. m. Bible Class conducted by Dr.J. Eccleston Barnes of London, Eng. # 11 a. m. Special Sermon to the men at which time Drs. Lyon and Barnes will speak. 3 p. m. sermon by Rev. G. B. Wailer of Trinity Baptist Church, his choir and congregation will have charge of this service. Revival service commencing Jan. 5, to continue during the month. Three services daily: morning, afternoon and night. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Carey and Baker streets Rev. D. W. Shaw, Ph.B., D.D., Pastor Residence: 1363 N. Calhoun St. 6 a. m. Class Meeting 1 homas Lane Leader 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Subject, "The blind man's call for Christ" 2 p. m. Sunday School, Mr. Henry Johnson, Superintendent 5 p. m. Epworth League. Mr. Wm. Powell, Pres. 8 p. m. Sermon by pastor. Topic, "Awful turning points in life." Installation of Sunday School officers and teachers; also of Erworth League officers will follow the night sermon. Bring Gospel Message, No. 3 Revival meetings each night during the week. 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. 8 p. m. Sermon by Rev J. E. Williams. Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt Mr. J. Fuller, Pres. E. L. Mrs. Elizabeth Fuller, President of Ladies' Aid Association. John Wesley A. M. E. ZION CHURCH 1761 Mulliken St. cor. Ann Rev. Wm. J. Robinson, Pastor Formerly of Bridge town, Pa. 9 a. m. Class meeting. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Subject, "Devil's Age." 2 p. m. Sunday School. W. R. Nixon, Supt. 3 p. m. Preaching. 6 30 p. m. V. E. L. 8 p. m. Preaching by pastor, subject. "My Places." Come and hear this young hero. Rev. M. L. Blalock, A.M., D.D., P.E. wat with us on Jan. 14, and preached a great sermon. We are walking about Zion. Come over and help us. Y. M. C. A. Sunday 4.30 p. m. Rev. Jas. G. Martin, Pastor of Payne Mem. A. M. E. Church, Speaker Good Singing All Men Invited Colored Young Women Christian Association 1200 Druid Hill Avenue You are invited to attend the Services on Sunday, January 18, 1914 5 p. m. Willing Workers' Day Mrs. Melissa Minor, Chairman. Mrs. A. T. Waller will address the meeting. Good Music. M. E. Murphy, President E. E. Bright, Secretary. Mrs. H. C. Smith, Gen'l Sec. A Woman's Exchange has been opened at the C Y. W. C. A. Hand made articles at reasonable rates are always on sale. Mrs. Kate Brown, Chr. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Lanvale St. and Druid Hill Ave. Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., Pastor Parsonage 1405 Argyle Ave. 11.00 a. m., Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m. Sermon by Dr. A. L. Gaines. His choir and congregation. 6.30 p. m. A. C. E. L. Mr. Coleman, President 7 p. m. Praise Service. 7.30 p. m. Preaching Special offering all day on our bonded indebtedness. Thad. Copeland, Supt. 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. 6.30 p. m. A. C. E. L. 7.30 p. m. Sermon by pastor. All are Welcome to our services T. J. Holliday, Supt. Albert Whittington, Pres. E. L ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington St. near Pine Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Pastor Men's Day. Special program at each service 6 a. m. Class 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Subject "What is Man?" 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m. Special sermon by Rev. Gee. R. Williams. 6 p. m. Allen League 8 p. m., Services continued. All men are invited. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery street, bet. Charles and Hamper Conducted by the Church Aid Ladies. Mrs. M. L. Crew, President. 10 a. m. Pastor's Bible Class. 11a. m. A song and praise service conducted by Mrs. Bond & Mrs. Brooks 2,30 p. m. Sunday School. 3.30 p. m. Platform services. Mrs. Mary F. Handy, Presiding. Address by Mrs. Ruth M. Collett and other ladies Special music by female choir. 6 p. m. Allen C. E. League. 7.30 p. m., Mrs. Cornella Anderson. presiding. Literary service. Paperby Mrs. Emma Truxon. Address by Mrs. C. H. Stepteau and other Baltimore talent. Mrs. Gertrude Allen. Sec. Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street 11 a.m. Sermon by Rev. J. H. Bunday 2.30 p.m. Sunday School 5.45 p. m., A. C. E. L. 7.45 p. m., Revival services. J. F. Waters, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford, Pres. A.C.E.L. Rev. P. J. Jordan, D.D. Pastor 11 a. m. Special sermon to the unconverted. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. We invite Young Men to this service. 3 p. m. Girls' Day Service. Special program has been arranged and prominent speakers will address the girls. 4.30 p. m. Allen League Good program. Excellent music. 5 p. m. Class Meeting. 8 p. m. Girls' Day service continued A special sermon to the girls. H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. William Butler, Pres. League We welcome friends and visitors to those services. PAYN MEM A. M.E. CHRUCHOH Calhoun and Laurens Sts. Rev. J. G. Martin, Pastor. Residence: 1160 N. Calhoun St. 11 a. m., Preaching by Bishop Hurst. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League. Topic, Ambitious Endeavors, 2 Tim. 2: 1.13. Led by the president. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by pastor. Song Service. Strangers are always welcome. Chas. E. Dorsev, Supt. HANDY MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Baker and Bruce Streets Rev. J. H. Royal, Acting Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by acting pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 8 p. Special sermon by Rev. S. H. Brown, D. D., Washington Annual Conference M. E. Church. Come and hear one of the greatest preachers. Our beloved pastor, Rev. John offer Custis, has been seriously ill in Provident Hospital since December 6, 1913. He is improving slowly We the officers members and many kind friends are in need of much sympathy. St. Luke's Union A. M.E. Church THE HOMELIKE CHURCH Spring St. near McElderry Rev. Dr. C. Edward Browne, Pastor 515 North Caroline Street 9 a. m. Class. R. L. Carter, Leader 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor 2.80 p. m. Sunday School. Moses Johnson, Supt. 6 p. m. League. 8 p. m. Sermon by pastor. Revival services now in progress. All invited. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton Street near W. Baltimore St. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10 a. m., Class. 11 a. m., Rev. Geo. W. Fowler. 2 p. m. Sunday School. 6.80 p. m. C. E. L. 8 p. m., pastor or stranger. Wm. E. Henigan, Pres. C. E. L. T. H. McGowan, Supt. Pennsylvania Avenue A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Rev. J. W. McDonald, Pastor 11 a. m. sermon by Rev. C. A. B. Armstrong of Hertford, N. C. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School 6 p. m. Varick C. E. Society. J. B Alkins, President. 8 p. m., by special request the pastor will preach his famous sermon. "Dry Bones in the Valley" He will name every bone in the human body. All are cordially invited W. W. Brown, Supt. MAP OF LOCALITY. DRUID HILL AVENUE ETTING ST. DIVISION ST. HOFFMAN ST. OXFORD ST. PRESTON ST. WALNUT AL. UNION ST. BIDDLE ST. BIDDLE ST. ELDER AL. MOORE AL. ALLEY ORCHARD ST. ST. MARY ST. PACA ST. NEW ST. EUTAW ST. ST. FRANKLIN ST. SULPITIUS SEMINARY PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE GEORGE ST. PEARL ST. MAP SHOWING PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS. DRUID HILL AVENUE ETTING ST. DIVISION ST. HOFFMAN ST. OXFORD ST. PRESTON ST. WALNUT AL. UNION ST. BIDDLE ST. BIDDLE ST. ELDER AL. MOORE AL. ALLEY ORCHARD ST. ST. MARY ST. PACA ST. NEW ST. EUTAW ST. ST. FRANKLIN ST. SULPITIUS SEMINARY PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE GEORGE ST. PEARL ST. TO IMPROVE CONJESTED CONDITIONS Colored Section Federated Char tier Suggest Improvemet For Populous District A strikingly novel idea aimed to improve the neighborhood including lower Druid Hill avenue,lower Pennsylvania avenue and the included streets has been recently put forward by the Colored Board of the Western District of the Federated Charities. To a representative of the Afro-American Ledger, the committee which has the matter in charge, consented to explain the matter in detail and to permit their maps to be published. The scheme is the result of a survey of the district, planned by the board of colored men and women who serve in advisory capacity to the Western District of the Federated Charities. The purpose of the Survey was to get the facts as to the condition of the neighborhood and to suggest plans for its improvement. Conditions were found to be bad from several points of view: first, the alarming prevalence of disease especially tuberculosis. The health department maps show in some of these streets that at least one death from tuberculosis has occurred in every house in the block. Second, the frequency of arrests for disorderly conduct and drunkenness. This section furnishes the great supply of cases to the Northwestern Police Station. Third, the almost incredible overcrowding of the section with blind alleys and hidden courts filled with hovels is packed with poverty-stricken humanity. Fourth, that this district is located at the worst possible point, right between the heart of the shopping district and the section filled with the churches, schools and homes of the bulk of the colored people of the city. There it stands, a perpetual eyesore, a constant menace to good order, an everpresent danger to health, an evil object-lesson to children, and finally ashame and a reproach to the whole city of Baltimore. The committee next sought for the causes of these conditions. They recognized that the disease and the crime were the natural effects of the conditions. But among the causes, one stood out beyond all others,--the network of alleys and narrow courts through which no real street passes. This formed a stronghold which could not help but breed vice, disease, crime and death. The committee therefore have set on foot a plan to break up this dreadful condition by widening and cutting through Division street and widening Preston and Union streets, and by establishing several small parks in the worst of the spots. The first result would be a turning of the light of day and fresh air into these quarters so all might pass through and see the real conditions. Next will follow the thorough inspection of conditions by the Health Department and the thorough policing of the section. The clearing away of debris will be followed by the building of better houses and stores on the new and widened streets. A better class will move into this section so close to the downtown stores and the uptown churches. Looking further, the committee sees the vista stretching ahead of improved health of the whole city resulting, and, from such a striking object lesson of municipal neighborhood help, the inauguration of similar movements to improve the other sore spots of our city until Baltimore will stand forth a shining example of civic pride as shown by colored citizens. The committee wants to hear what the citizens think of it and want to enlist every one in the movement to bring this forth out of a dream into the reality. COL. MIDNIGHT VISITS TUSKEGEE COL. MIDNIGHT VISITS TUSKEGEE Continued from page 4 They have helped to make it possible for me to write, because they presented me with a gold pen which cost $6.00. I should be one of the most writingest men in the world with all that gold to spell my words and make the letters good. I called on Editor O. W. Adams, of the Birmingham Reporter, who told me that he had not been able to get the Afro-American Ledger to exchange with him. He is getting out a good paper and doing well. I also met Editor Glover of the Wide-Awake, who told me that he was going to write me up in his paper. Jumping around in the city a little, then to the office of Dr. U. G. Masosn, who then ordered that I be carried to Enon Ridge in his horseless carriage, to visit Tuggle Institute. I had an enjoyable time up there, visiting the school, and seeing Mrs. C.A.Tuggle busy at her work. She told me about her plans for commencement and invited me to be there when Major R. R. Jackson, is going to do some talking. I left Mrs. Tuggle, called on Mrs. F. Cosby, Grand R. of D., in the Court of Calanthe for the state of Alabama. She presented me with a fine piece of cake which I enjoyed very much, and then on to the L. & N., for Montgomery where I spent the night at the home of Miss Hardie Martin's, and left the next morning for Tuskegee Institute. I sent word to Mr. Emmet J. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Scott, secretary of Tuskegee Institute. I know of no man in the country with as much responsibility and work to do as Mr. Scott, and he is just busy all the time. He is a man of brains and power He is the guide to Mr. Washington. There is but little known about Mr. Scott, because he is modest and does not push himself to the front, but he is doing the work that tells. I wish that our race had a few more men like him. He just works all the time. Then you can approach him. He will actually take time to talk with the humblest man who comes there to see Mr. Washington or any one else. I had a delightful visit to Tuskegee. Capt. Ammons, chairman of the committee met me at the stable, and escorted me to my quarters. I then shook hands with Major Ramsev, who is another great and good man. He was delighted to shake hands with me and fold me to be at home. I am sure you are acquainted with Prof J. R. E. Lee. I do not know what he is at Tuskegee, but I do know all those who study books, and all the teachers who teach education out of books come under him. They have a big building there called "Academic" or something like that, and Prof. Lee is at the head of that department. He is a fine educated man, and then he knows how education should be dished out to young people and he is seeing that it is dished out to the 1,500 students at Tuskegee. Miss Cheeks, who is one of the best writers and stenographers, received me and ushered me into the office of Mr. Lee. He received me just like he was receiving some big educated man. Had me to take a seat, talked with me and then invited me to visit his home for supper, and this I accepted, and was there right on time. Mrs. Lee was glad to welcome me to her home she said, and just entertained me, making me feel good. Prof. Lee has been working for years with the educators of our race, and he is getting them together. He has organized them into a national organization, and it will meet this year in Savannah, Ga Prof. M. W. Dogan, is president and he is some president, I am here to tell you. But I will not have time to tell you all I saw there. I enjoyed having dinner with Miss Porter, who is dean of the girls, and who is just a fine woman. I will have to tell you more about her another time. I am going back there some time and look into her work and tell you all about it. I spent much time with William Steward, the son of Editor Steward, of the American Baptist, Louisville. Young Steward is in charge of the pumping station. He told me more about machinery in the one hour I was with him than I had ever heard since I have been in the world. He knows his business, and then he has the respect of those around him. I am proud to see our young men coming to the front. This is what he is doing. Just one day was spent at Tuskegee. I stopped in room 30, Rockefellow. Bright and early the next morning everything was in readiness to escort me away, and I left in good shape. Next reaching Opelika, Ala., calling on Dr. Darden, finding his wife sick in bed. She is getting better. Next found me in Columbus, Ga., and when I stepped off of the iron horse at the stable, W. W. Allen, was right there on the spot to meet me, and he toted me over to one of those fast running things and I was soon riding in it like I was some pumpkins. Allen had me eating a good supper or dinner, and about 10 o'clock that night I left for Americus, Ga. In Columbus, Ga., I visited the shoe store of W. W. Allen, and had the pleasure of meeting Charles Billy, of the Southern Recorder, Prol. Spencer, of the school, Editor Allen of the Southern Recorder, and the other Allen who is a tailor. I went to many places in the city. I regret very much to report to the people that there was but little life in the Y, M, C. A. They have a fine big building, and then I went there, the only thing I found was a few little boys sitting around the fire smoking. When I said something to them, one got up and said "I will show you something when I come back, big old nigger." This little man-boy left the building, but I did not see him anymore. I did not get to see the secretary at the building. It seemed to be in charge of itself, and I am not prepared to say any more about it. I spoke of Americus, Ga., and I had a fine time there. Was in the town just 24 hours, and visited many places and met many people. It would take me a long time to tell you about all the things I saw, and now I am in Jacksonville, Fla. It is a great place down here. Going into Tuskegee, I had the pleasure of meeting Miss Ida Cummings who is visiting the South. She seemed to be having an enjoyable time. I tell you they did give her a fine reception at Tuskegee. She is a woman worthy of consideration and one of the women of our race doing something. I was indeed glad to shake her hands and welcome her to the South. She was glad to meet Col. Midnight away from her home. I desire to say to the people of Baltimore that Miss Cummings has made a good impression on the people in the South. She is a fine young woman. I want that you shall read my next letter, because I will have something to say to you about the law in Florida which prohibits white people from teaching Negro children, and Negro people from teaching white children. It is hard to tell what the white man will do next. Send all mail for me to 357 S. Scott street, Mobile, Ala. J. O. MIDNIGHT Afro=American Business Directory The furnishings of glasses needed has in the past decade become almost an absolute and exact science, which is based upon purely mathematical and optical principles. 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HIS RISE TO PROMINENCE3- Former Louisiana Boy Who Has Rendered Valuable Services To His Country. BY CHARLES ALEXANDER. One of the unique characters in the history of political life among Afro-American is John K. Lynch, a singularly gifted speaker, who was retired from service as paymaster in the regular army of the United States in 1911 with the rank of major. Our people are justly proud of his many conspicuous and honorable achievements in national politics. As national committeeman in the Republican party he be established the reputation of high minded statesmanship, while his splendid record as an army officer has brought him the sincere congratulations of some of the greatest men of the present day. In this last office he deported himself with dignity and unrivaled courage. Major Lynch was born on a plantation in Louisiana Sept. 10, 1847. He suffered in his childhood all the serious handicaps of the awful system of enthrallment peculiar to the time. No opportunity was afforded him for the acquisition of a common school education. But he cherished, nevertheless, softy aspirations, and immediately after the emancipation of the slaves he began to apply himself diligently to the study of books. At a tremendous sacrifice to himself and mother he engaged a private instructor and for a season attended night school, working during the day in order that he might properly equip himself for some high and useful place in the body politic. Even while quite a young man he had formed opinions of his own, and he took his stand on the important public questions and showed a fortitude of spirit to support his own convictions. Many books have been written about the civil war and the reconstruction period, some in the form of historical narratives, others as mere fiction, taking advantage of the thrilling episodes connected with the times. In many of these books racial characters figure, but up to the present time there is not a single book, as far as I can now recall, that has been written by a member of the race which adequately sets forth the Negro's viewpoint regarding that stirring epoch. Major Lynch appreciated this fact, and so upon his retirement from the army, realizing that he owed it to his generation to tell of his remarkable experiences, he addressed himself to the task of writing a book—a much needed book—dealing with the days that tried men's souls. He has finished the work, and it will soon make its appearance from a publishing concern in New York city. This book, "Facts About Reconstruction," contains much valuable information bearing on the great political questions of today. From 1862 to 1867 the questions which engrossed the attention of political leaders in both parties were: "Shall the Negro have the right to vote?" "Shall the Negro have the protection of the law?" "Shan, the Negro enjoy the accommodations, advantages, facilities and privileges of hirs, public convergences on land and water, theaters and other places of public amusements?" "Shall the Negro have the right to serve as a witness and as a juror in the courts?" "Shall the Negro be provided with free public schools?" Upon all these questions Senator Charles Summer took the lead. He was in favor of our race having every right and privilege which others enjoyed. He was at the time our Moses in the United States senate, and Thaddeus Stevens was the boldest champion of the black man's rights in the house. The question which Major Lynch's book settis is this: "Which political party took the wiser course, the Democratic or the Republican party?" The fact is, in this remarkable book the major has answered hundreds of important questions regarding the status of the Negro in the United States, and he has answered them wisely. The book will be eagerly read by every man who is in search of the truth and who is looking for a clean, clear, same, practical view of the Negro's past political activities. This book should have a place in every man's library. Major John R. Lynch is now a resident of Chicago and resides at 4321 Forestville avenue. Emancipation Day In Philadelphia. "A Forward and a Backward View of the Progress of the Colored People in the United States" was the subject of an able address delivered by the Rev. Dr. Charles S. Morris of Norfolk, Va., at the Emancipation day celebration held in the Zion Baptist church. Philadelphia. Jan. 1. The exercises of the evening were preceded by a street parade in which over 2,000 persons took part. The emancipation proclamation was read by Mrs. Alice Ruth Dunbar. Dr. Frissell Makes Optimistic Address at Hampton Institute Celebration. "Here in Virginia colored people have a better chance than anywhere else in the world to live and improve. We can work out the race problem better in America than anywhere else. While there is much for the colored people to struggle for, still there should be great thanks to God for what has been accomplished." These inspiring words were spoken by Dr. Hollis B. Frissell, principal of Hampton institute, when he addressed the large audience of colored people who recently assembled in the normal school gymnasium at Hampton institute to hold a union celebration of their fifty years of freedom. Dr. Frissell urged the colored people to co-operate for the development of the nation. He referred to the work which the Negro Organization society is doing to teach the lessons of "better health, better education, better farms and better homes." He expressed his pleasure at seeing so many of our people of the lower peninsula gathered at Hampton institute. Rev. A. A. Graham of Phoebus, the presiding officer, referred to the important work which mothers and fathers now aged had done in making it possible for our young people to get an education. Addresses by local colored men and women showed the progress that has come during fifty years of freedom and the work that remains to be done. The music included singing by the large Hampton chorus and audience and band selections under the direction of Professor W. M. O. Tessmann. JAMES D. CORROTHERS AS WRITER OF SHORT STORIES Glimpse of His Early Struggles and Subsequent Rise to Prominence. That due preparation for one's calling in life, a fixed aim, high ideals and sticking to the job are necessary factors in the upward struggle to gain success are distinctly apparent in the rise of the Rev. Dr. James D. Corrothers, poet, orator and short story writer. Dr. Corrothers is a native of Michigan and received his early education in the public schools of South Haven, Mich. Being the only colored boy in the school, he had a hard time convincing the white boys that he was human flesh and blood just as they were. He met their taunts and slurs both in the classroom and on the school grounds with many courage and proved himself to be the equal in intellect and physical prowess of any in his class. By hard labor and strict economy he made his way through school, finally graduating from Northwestern university and Bennett college. Dr. Corrothers has been active in the ministry, but devotes practically all of his time, now to literary work. His poems and short stories have appeared in some of the leading magazines and newspapers, such as the Century, American, Criterion, the Philadelphia Press and other well known and influential publications. One of his latest poems, "The Dream and the Song," appears in the January number of the Century. The Rev. Mr. Corrothers, accompanied by his wife, who is a successful music teacher and gifted pianist, attended one session of the National Negro Press association at its annual meeting held in Philadelphia last August and by invitation delivered a most timely and helpful address which was much appreciated by the members of the association and the large audience present. He is destined to rise still higher in the galaxy of poetic fiction and short story writers. Always ahead of the times, competent, genial and ambitions, his fame will increase with the coming years. Professor Spingarn's Speaking Dates. Professor J. E. Spingarn, chairman of the board of directors of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People, opened his speechmaking campaign against race segregation at a large and enthusiastic meeting in Detroit Thursday evening. Jan. S. He arrived in Chicago Saturday and spoke at Lincoln Center Sunday, Jan. 11. From Chicago Mr. Spingarn went to Quincy, I., where he delivered a most effective address Tuesday, Jan. 13. The other places and dates in his schedule for speeches are Kansas City, Kan., Jan. 15 and at Topeka, Kan., Jan. 16. The Hon. Arthur Capper, Progressive candidate for governor of Kansas, is expected to preside at the meeting in Topeka. St. Louis Jan. 19. Indianapolis, Ind., Jan. 22 and perhaps at Cleveland, O., Jan. 25 on his return trip to New York. Local League on Urban Conditions. The Savannah (Ga.) branch of the National League on Urban Conditions Among Colored People, recently organized by Assistant Director Eugene K. Jones of New York, starts off auspiciously. Since its inception the early part of November it has raised over $270 as a fund with which to carry on its work. The league distributed dinners and gifts of various kinds to needy families and the less fortunate children of the community as a Christmas remembrance. Sol C. Johnson is president of the league. Alpha Lodge to Hold Celebration. What promises to be one of the biggest events in secret society circles in Brooklyn in February is the forty-fifth annual celebration and reception of the founding of Alpha lodge, 1381. Grand United Order of Odd Fellows. The affair will be held at Labor lyrum Thursday evening, Feb. 5. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER ADVOCATES EQUAL JUSTICE. What Oswald Garrison Villard Says About Race Segregation. The news from Washington that the effort to segregate the colored and white clerks in the federal, departments is checked if not ended must cause to rejoice every one who believes in fair play and the square deal, says Oswald Garrison Villard, editor of the New York Evening Post, in a lengthy article in the Philadelphia Press Jan. 2. He says: SUNDAY SCH Lesson III.—First Quar. Jan. 18, 1914. THE INTERNATIONAL Text of the Lesson, Luke Memory Verse, 25—Gold Particularly to supporters of the Woodrow Wilson administration, like myself, is the news welcome, for this attempt to draw caste lines in the very heart of the government of the greatest of democracies, founded upon the principle that all are born free and equal, constituted a grave blot upon Mr. Wilson's record, besides laying him open to the charge of preaching a "new freedom," but practicing a "new slavery" for those upon whom divine Providence in its wisdom has bestowed dark skins. But, if we can rejoice over this reversal of a bad federal policy, to our shame be it said that segregation goes on apace elsewhere. Nine southern cities have voted to establish the ghetto on American soil, though Augusta, to its credit, has just voted down this cruel and un-American proposition. It is a policy dictated by the most selfish of considerations, for it would make the progress of a race in an urban community depend upon land values. For once the commonest excuse for holding the Negro down—the false cry of race purity and of social equality—is put aside in favor of this new proposition that the Negroes must be confined to a given quarter lost by going elsewhere they depreciate the property of whites. Thus it is laid down that if a colored man would rise and secure for his children better light, better air, a better home in less crowded and more sanitary quarters, he is thereby committing a social crime; that we must prevent his carrying out an ambition which we applaud in every other American, he he Jew or gentile. Armenian or Russian or Pole or German or pure American. We reprobate it in the Negro as if mere contact with him were lepros. We can all sympathize with those whose property suffers in value by reason of color prejudice, but the whole history of our cities tells of the rumination of aristocratic quarters by the influx of trade or of masses of immigrants. Sudden changes in value are what every one faces who buys urban property. Losing money might surely never to be an excuse for putting extra burdens on a race already heavily disadvantaged. BIG FINANCIAL CAMPAIGN. Favorable Outlook For New Y. M. C. A. Building In New York. The recent Y. M. C. A. building fund campaign in New York, which attracted nation wide publicity, brought about a unity of effort never before known among the colored people of that city. It called up latent energies which were heretofore undreamed of. It established self confidence among individuals who worked earnestly to do their share in securing funds for the big Y. M. C. A. building campaign, and it resulted in the collection of over $40,000 in a fortnight from those who had little to give. This cooperation indicates what may be brought about when men and women realize that they have important interests in common and that they win for themselves a new place in the estimation and respect of their white friends when they become active workers instead of passive beneficiaries. The daily reports from those raising money in the campaign evoked much favorable comment. Analytical minds were active in giving, by comparison, true value to the gifts of our men and women-gifts from a race with few avenues open for earning even a bare living in a great cosmopolitan city. Dr. J. E. Moorland, national secretary of the colored men's department of the Y. M. C. A., and his aide assistants deserve a great deal of praise for their maturing work in raising money for the large fund from which the colored people will receive back enough money for two well equipped buildings. More important than the added material equipment of the Y. M. C. A. work will be the improved social reaction among our people, who will have more opportunity to develop along the lines of physical conservation, wholesome amusements and religious culture. The fact that our race will have in New York an association building costing $150,000 for men and one costing $100,000 for young women will put more pressure on men and women in other cities so that they will follow the farsighted wisdom of such a man as Julius Rosenwald of Chicago and help the colored people financially and otherwise to have in cities and towns where the race resides in large numbers first class association buildings and efficient organizations to help in the struggle for the higher things of life. The Portsmouth (Va.) Choral Society. The Choral society of Portsmouth. Va., a well organized musical organization, recently presented the cantata "Hiwatha's Wedding, Feast" at the Hampton institute with much success. The program was given in two parts and consisted of mixed quartets, baritone, soprano, tenor, contralto and bass voices. Hiram Simmons was director and pianist. He was assisted by R. Nathaniel Dett, director of music at Hampton institute. SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson Ill.—First Quarter, For Jan. 18. 1914. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, Luke x, 25-37. Memory Verse, 25—Golden Text, Mark xii, 31—Commentary by Rev. D. M. Stearns. The record of the good Samaritan is found only here, but the question with which the lesson opens, "What shall I do to inherit eternal life?" is found also in chapter xviii. 18, and the parallel passages in Matt, xix, 16; Mark x, 17. Both in this lesson and in the story of the rich young ruler on Lord directed them to the law, for there can be no life eternal without the conviction of sin. He came without to call the righteous, those who think they are righteous, but sinners to repentance (Matt. ix, 13). The only Saviour revealed in Scripture is a Saviour for sinners, one who came to save lost people. There have been, and always are, those who go about to establish their own righteousness, being ignorant of the righteousness of God (Rom. x. 3). That which is necessary to enter the kingdom is the perfect righteousness of a perfect law, as explained by our Lord in what is called the Sermon on the Mount. No mere man ever had of himself such a righteousness; the Lord Jesus Christ alone fulfilled every jot and title of the law (Matt. v. 1S), and when any one pleads guilty and comes to Him and receives Him, they have in Him an absolutely perfect righteousness which God has accepted. That the law cannot save, but only convinces of sin. See Rom. iii, 10, 20; Gal. iii, 21, 22. That Christ bare our sins and is made unto us righteousness. See R Cor. v, 21; I Cor. l, 30, 31; Rom. x, 4. "What is written? How readest thou?" (verse 26) are two questions of the utmost importance. That which is written by the Holy Spirit is forever settled in heaven (Ps. exix. 80), and we are to receive it as a little child would, believing every word, seeing everywhere Him of whom Moses in the law and the prophets did write. Jesus of Nazareth (John l. 45; Luke xiv. 25, 44). When Philip was asked to explain the Scripture to the treasurer of Queen Candace he began at the same Scripture and preached unto him Jesus (Acts viii, 35), and so it should be always. From Gen. i. 1 to Rev. xxii, 21, we must see Jesus Christ, Creator, Redeemer, Judge, our great High Priest, the coming King, and to anointed eyes He may be as plainly seen in the first verse as the last. The lawyer was cornered, as we say, and would fail justify himself, like those in Luke xx. 15. It is more flattering to self to be praised rather than condemned. It is the manner of men to seek praise one of another, to desire the good opinion of men rather than the approval of God, but the word of God never flatters any mere man. It always condemns him and points him to the only perfect man, Christ Jesus. The lawyer's question, "Who is my neighbor?" is answered by our Lord's story of the good Samaritan, who is none other than Himself. The man from Jerusalem, city of peace, to Jericho, the condemned city (Josh. vi. 26), may represent the down grade of all mankind. The thieves suggest the devil and his demons, and demon possessed men and women, whose business it is to steal and to kill and to destroy (John x. 10). The priest and Levite who passed by on the other side represent the inter- inability of the law or ordinances or any form of religiousness to help the sinner who is not only half dead, but wholly dead in trespasses and sins (Eph. ii. 1-5). The conduct of the Samaritan has at least seven distinct points—came where he was, had compassion, bound up his wounds, poured in oil and wine, set him on his own beast, brought him to an inn, took care of him. The Lord Jesus came where we were, came from heaven to earth to save us, became sin for us, died in our stead. Our condition is described in Isa. 1, 6. as having no soundness, but wounds, bruises and putrefying sores, which have not been closed and bound up not modified with ointment. We have recently noticed the compassion of Christ upon the shepherdless multitudes (Matt. ix, 20), and it is often mentioned. He puts us in His place. He took ours that we might take His, and by faith in Him we are made accepted in the Beloved and stand complete in Him (Eph. i, 6, 7; Col. ii, 10). Having redeemed us, He takes care of us all the way home, urging us not to be anxious, for our Heavenly Father knoweth all our need, and teaching us to cast all our care upon Him, for He careth for us. We have found rich spiritual instruction in the story, but the lawyer saw simply the unkindness of two and the kindness of the third and was asked to decide which was a neighbor to the man in trouble. The reply was easy. "He that shewed mercy on him." The Saviour's application was, "Go and do thou likewise." Compare His "This do and thou shalt live" of verse 28. Why this repeated "do?" To prove him guilty as a breaker of the law, for he manifested no love to Jesus when he came to Him to tempt Him, neither had he proved himself any kind of a neighbor, for there was no mercy in his conduct toward Jesus. There is no life eternal by doing, for therein all men fail. Special Announcement. Men And Women .....BY THE BALTIMORE MEDICAL OFFICE..... 506 E. Baltimore St., near Gay St. Office Hours: 6 A. M. to 8 P. M. Sundays and Holidays, 10 A. M. to 8 P. M. Bell 'Phone, St. Paul 2952 If you are well be very thankful, and if you are not well it does not make any difference what your disease is or who has has treated you, you are wanted to call here and investigate the MODERN COMBINED ELECTRO MEDICAL TREATMENT, as it cures and cures after other methods fail. TWO WEEKS' TREATMENT FREE. If you suffer with any of these upper treatment for these trenursions brought around by the rich successfully treated: Rheum and Lung Troubles, Diseases and Troubles, Rectal Troubles. This is to state I applied to en sick for three years and has en johns Hopkins Hospital offered with heaviness and burdaches, pain in back and sill, constipation, vomiting after about 20 pounds in the last year. Troubles. Since comment benefited, and everything else has in to any one that is looking. This is to state I had been heart, pains in the chest, adaches, blowing up after meaured in a short time. D. CA. Catarrh of FARMER. Do you suffer with indigestion, sour stomach, belching come here and be cured by the Women Diseases Peculiar, nervousness, do not sleep successfully treated. Bladder and Kidney Disease case is accepted. THE NEWS Something New A Paper That Better Farmed the School and It has been detute Post Office, Eva a national farm paper FARMER. It was Negro landowners employ Negro land farm newspaper into of Negro farmers. Many of the wv circulations and thin in the interest of th successful.. In fact should enjoy a suc- farm publication. per among the 2,000 States. The paper the size of "The You suffer with any of the following diseases or treatm ent for these troubles is here. You will be right around by the right kind of treatment. The fully treated: Rheumatism, Blood, Skin and Nerv ing Troubles, Diseases Peculiar to Women, Liver, Rectal Troubles. If you suffer with any of the following diseases or troubles call here. The proper treatment for these troubles is here. You will be shown how you can be brought around by the right kind of treatment. The following diseases successfully treated: Rheumatism, Blood, Skin and Nervous Diseases, Heart and Lung Troubles, Diseases Peculiar to Women, Liver, Stomach and Bowel Troubles, Rectal Troubles. is to state I applied to the Baltimore Medical Office for three years and had been treated by five different Johns Hopkins Hospital for over a month. I had received with heaviness and burning in the stomach, pain after illness, pain in back and shoulders, dizziness, sparks before instillation, vomiting after drinking water, cough, chills, 200 pounds in the last year, nervousness, spitting white bloods. Since commencing treatment, my stomach is, and everything else has been cured. I take pleasure in any one that is looking for first-class treatment. TERESA MARINI is to state I had been sick for a long time. I suffer pains in the chest, nervousness, pain in stomach and blowing up after meals. I called at the Baltimore Office a short time. D. CAPRINOLER, 1817 Falls Road, Catarrh of the Head, Stomach and Bowel. You suffer with indigestion, headaches, spots before your stomach, belching of gas, heart beating fast, dizziness and be cured by the Combined Electro Medical Men's Diseases Peculiar to Women—Pains in back and nervousness, do not sleep well, hot flashes, food does not sufficiently treated. Older and Kidney Diseases treated successfully. Ulcer is accepted. THE NEGRO FARM Something New: Something New A Paper That Helps People to Better Farmers is an Aid to the Old School and to the Secular and Juvenile Papers It has been decided to publish at Tufts Post Office, Every-Other-Week for national farm paper to be known as THE FARMER. It will be published in the Negro landowners, tenant farmers and employ Negro labor. There is no other newspaper in the world devoted to Negro farmers. Many of the white farm newspapers circulations and there is no reason why the interest of Negroes should not be successful. In fact, occupying an exorcist enjoy a success far beyond that on publication. It is proposed to circulate among the 2,000,000 black farmers of states. The paper will be eight pages in size of "The Country Gentleman." This is to state I applied to the Baltimore Medical Office for treatment. I had been sick for three years and had been treated by five different doctors, and had also been iir Johns Hopkins Hospital for over a month. I had received no benefit at all. I suffered with heaviness and burning in the stomach, pain after meals, weak all over, headaches, pain in back and shoulders, dizziness, sparks before eyes, heavy on the skull, constipation, vomiting after drinking water, cough, chills, had lost much weight — about 20 pounds in the last year, nervousness, spitting white and yellow matter and other troubles. Since commencing treatment, my stomach has been very greatly benefited, and everything else has been cured. I take pleasure in recommending this office to any one that is looking for first-class treatment. TERESA MARINER, 530 Calvin Street This is to state I had been sick for a long time. I suffered with palpitation on the heart, pains in the chest, nervousness, pain in stomach beforemeals, dizziness, headaches, blowing up after meals. I called at the Baltimore Medical Office and was cured in a short time. Do you suffer with indigestion, headaches, spots before the eyes, pain in the stomach, sour stomach, belching of gas, heart beating fast, dizziness, constipation, if so come here and be cured by the Combined Electro Medical Method. Women Diseases Peeculiar to Women—Pains in back and abdomen, headaches, pain, nervousness, do not sleep well, hot flashes, food does not agree. Call here and be successfully treated. Bladder and Kidney Diseases treated successfully. Ulcers treated and cured if your case is accepted. THE NEGRO FARMER Something New: Something Needed A Paper That Helps People to Become Better Farmers is an Aid to the Church, the School and to the Secular and Religious Papers It has been decided to publish at Tuskegee Institute Post Office, Every-Other-Week for the present, a national farm paper to be known as THE NEGRO FARMER. It will be published in the interest of Negro landowners, tenant farmers and of those who employ Negro labor. There is no other strictly farm newspaper in the world devoted to the interest of Negro farmers. Many of the white farm newspapers enjoy huge circulations and there is no reason why a farm paper in the interest of Negroes should not prove equally successful. In fact, occupying an exclusive field it should enjoy a success far beyond that of the usual farm publication. It is proposed to circulate this paper among the 2,000,000 black farmers of the United States. The paper will be eight pages, of about the size of "The Country Gentleman." DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON STATES: The Tukegee Institute has no financial interest or control over this new publication, but some of the active officers of the institution are interested in its success and believe that it will not only accomplish great good but will be a paying investment. The paper is backed by a strong organization and funds have been provided in advance to assure its publication. Those in active control of THE NEGRO FARMER have my entire confidence and good will. —BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. The Tuskegee Inst this new publication, are interested in its su complish great good b is backed by a strong advance to assure its NEGRO FARMER The success of this sensible lines upon which The Tuskegee Institute has no financial interest or this new publication, but some of the active officers of it are interested in its success and believe that it will compilish great good but will be a paying investment, is backed by a strong organization and funds have been advance to assure its publication. Those in active con NEGRO FARMER have my entire confidence and go —BOOKER T.WAS The success of this project is assured becauseible lines upon which it is being laid out. The success of this project is assured because of the solid and sensible lines upon which it is being laid out. All the capital stock has been subscribed for. The subscription price vertisements are invited. papers will be arranged ready to receive Subscrip The first issue of the Address all communication THE NE TUSKEG ...THE STATE A WONDERFUL The subscription price is $1.00 a year and Subscrip- sements are invited. Clubbing rates with import- ers will be arranged for on a satisfactory basis. y to receive Subscriptions and Advertisements. The first issue of the paper will appear Februa- dress all communications to: THE NEGRO FARM TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE, ALA THE STAR HAIR GRO A WONDERFUL HAIR DRESSING AND C The subscription price is $1.00 a year and Subscriptions and Advertisements are invited. Clubbing rates with important Negro newspapers will be arranged for on a satisfactory basis. We are now ready to receive Subscriptions and Advertisements. The first issue of the paper will appear February first, 1914. THE NEGRO FARMER TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE, ALA. ```markdown ``` T. G. Proceries & P 35 Dolphin St T. G. MARSHAL —DEALER IN— eries & Provisions, Butter '...and Poultry... Dolphin St. Balti T. G. MARSHALL. DEALER IN Groceries & Provisions, Butter, & Eggs ..and Poultry... 535 Dolphin St. Baltimore, Md. the following diseases or troubles call here. The troubles is here. You will be shown how you can ht kind of treatment. The following diseases atism, Blood, Skin and Nervous Diseases, Heart Peculiar to Women, Liver, Stomach and Bowel TESTIMONIALS to the Baltimore Medical Office for treatment. I had been treated by five different doctors, and had also for over a month. I had received no benefit at all. Iinnen in the stomach, pain after meals, weak all over, shoulders, dizziness, sparks before eyes, heavy on the ear drinking water, cough, chills, had lost much weight, nervousness, spitting white and yellow matter and treatment, my stomach has been very greatly been cured. I take pleasure in recommending this for first-class treatment. TERESA MARINER, 530 Calvin Street quick for a long time. I suffered with palpitation or nervousness, pain in stomach beforemeals, dizziness, l. I called at the Baltimore Medical Office and was PRINOLER, 1817 Falls Road, Baltimore, Md. the Head, Stomach and Bowels. station, headaches, spots before the eyes, pain in the of gas, heart beating fast, dizziness, constipation, if the Combined Electro Medical Method. to Women—Pains in back and abdomen, headaches, well, hot flashes, food does not agree. Call here and uses treated successfully. Ulcers treated and cured if NEGRO FARMER New: Something Needed It Helps People to Become Farmers is an Aid to the Church, and to the Secular and Religious Papers Decided to publish at Tuskegee Institution-Other-Week for the present, better to be known as THE NEGRO will be published in the interest of, tenant farmers and of those who do. There is no other strictly the world devoted to the interest White farm newspapers enjoy huge here is no reason why a farm paper Negroes should not prove equally act, occupying an exclusive field it press far beyond that of the usual. It is proposed to circulate this pa-00,000 black farmers of the United States will be eight pages, of about Country Gentleman." Institute has no financial interest or control over out some of the active officers of the institution access and believe that it will not only ac- but will be a paying investment. The paper organization and funds have been provided in publication. Those in active control of THE have my entire confidence and good will. —BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. This project is assured because of the solid and which it is being laid out. ice is $1.00 a year and Subscriptions and Ad- Clubbing rates with important Negro news- or on a satisfactory basis. We are now options and Advertisements. The paper will appear February first, 1914. s to: NEGRO FARMER EE INSTITUTE, ALA. R HAIR GROWER... HAIR DRESSING AND GROWER One thousand agents wanted. Good money made. I want agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used as a straightened, with or without irons. Sells for 25c. per box—one 25c. box will prove its value. Any person that will use a 25c. box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c. for full size box. If you wish to be an agent send $1.00 and I will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once; also agents' terms. Send all money by money order to 737 BROADWAY BENTON HARBOR, MICH. MARSHALL, DEALER IN Provisions, Butter, & Eggs and Poultry... Baltimore, Md. B. HAPPENINGS OF LOCAL INTEREST A special train bearing hundreds of waiters and other employees for the winter resorts in Florida passed through Union Station early Monday morning. The contingent included men from New York, points in New Jersey, Philadelphia and Wilmington. A number of men boarded the train at Union Station, Washington and other points. Among those who went from Union Station were the Dixie Serenaders, headed by Robert Young. Others in his party included: Joseph Young, Frederick Young, Joseph Caulk and Charles Jones. They will give concerts at the Ponciana Hotel, Palm Beach. HOSPITAL MAKES REPORT Following is a report of the recent entertainment and dance given at the Galilean Fishermen Hall for the benefit of Provident Hospital. Also a statement of the contributions that have been made to the hospital from other sources. The Board of Directors, Staff and Hospital Corps feel very grateful to the public for the liberal support given them and for their generous contributions. Net receipts.....138.55 Cash expended for incidentals 2 dozen blankets.....$ 45.00 2 dozen spreads.....13.16 2 dozen sheets.....12.25 1 oil heater.....4.00 3 brooms.....1.20 5 curtain rods.....7.5 2 window shades.....1.38 Paint and brushes.....2.29 10 rugs.....10.18 4lbs. cotton.....1.00 110 yards of gauze.....3.50 20 yards of curtain.....2.54 Cooking utensils.....11.95 6 pillows.....7.50 1 mattress.....8.00 Watercoloring 5 rooms.....11.00 Painting woodwork.....2.85 $138.55 Thanksgiving Day, Mr. Henry Brown groceries from school; Mr. Jones, $1.00 for Christmas tree; Mr. Murphy, $1.00 for Christmas turkey. Lady Board of Managers, a handsome refrigerator and Christmas dinner, and candy for Christmas tree thru Dr. Carr. SWELL RECEPTION AND DANCE A swell reception and dance was given on Wednesday January 14th at the residence of Mr. William Fauntleroy of 216 W.Biddle street by Mr. George Atkins a prominent chauffeur of this city. Two pieces of music of Kerr's Orchestra furnished music for the occasion. A delicious supper was served. While the guests were seated at the table a flash light picture was taken by Mr. Wright. Among the invited guests were: Messrs. George Atkinson, Robert Jasper, Ernest Lynch, Sir S. J. Atkins, Mr. and Mrs. G. Everett Jasper, Messrs. E. V. Wright, Ulysses Young, Anthony Ward, Miss Winglberg, Messrs. Charles Gray. William Rose, William Fauntleroy, Misses M. Sparrows, A. Sparrows, R. Harris, Mrs. A. J. Jasper, Miss L. Allen, Mru, M. Lynch, Mrs. S. F. Fauntleroy, Miss G. Mason, Misses Marie Daniels, M. Bailey, Margaret Fauntleroy. †† MR. AND MRS. WILLIAMS ENTERTAIN There was a grand card party given by Mr. and Mrs. Laura William Taylor at their residence, 504 Laurens street on Wednesday evening, January 7th. The rooms were decorated most lavishly. The guests were dressed in their evening gowns. After the party they were served with all kinds of tasty menu and afterward a dance was given. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Quinn, of Aunapolis; Mr. John A. Allen, Pittsburg; Mr. Harry S. Jones and Miss Annie Washington, Chicago; Mrs. Lottie Green, Roland Park; Mr. and Mrs. S. Turke, Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Stewart, Mrs. King, Mrs. Harry Brown, Mr. and Mrs. James Jackson, Mr. Clarence Loving, Mr. Ambrose Williams, Mr. Lawrence Haynes, Mr. W. H. Carter, Miss Emily Royal, Mr. Louis A. Day, Miss Marie Jones, Miss Annie Taylor, Mrs. Rebecca Stoven, Mrs. Lizzie Cane, Dr. Nelson J. Bunday and Mrs. Amy J. Bunday, Mr. Albert Seaden. MISS SMITH GIVES A DANCE Miss Etheldra Smih, 1120 Riggs avenue, gave a dance on last Saturday night. At a late hour the guests were ushered into the dining room where a sumptuous repast was served. ELECTION OF TROSTEES AT EBENEZER Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. Trustees elected for the year are: Mr. Alfred Nixon,Mr. O. T. Knox, Mr. Isaiah Smith, Mr. Wm. H. Garrett, Mr. Joseph Frisby, Mr. Isaiah Brown, Mr. J. A. Cromwell, Mr. John Pulman Mr. Thomas Joyus. These are a splendid set of men. Their value to this church is shown by their reelection every year. The financial condition of the trustee department of this church is better than it has been for twenty-two years. The secretary will read his report next Sunday at 11 A. M. At the last quarterly conference, January 5, all reports showed that in three months money collected in the church was $2. 187.53. Adv. MR. AND MRS. BARSY ENTERTAIN Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Barsy entertained a host of friends New Years night at their residence, 705 Baker street. Among the guests were their cousin, Mrs. H. Duffen, of New Castle, Pa.;neice of Mrs. Flyippins of Calhoun street. CHAS. H. JOHNSON GENERAL CONTRACTOR BUILDER AND REAL ESTATE BROKER OFFICE 519 ROBERT STREET I am prepared to give the public up-to-date and satisfactory work in any kind of building operations. Efficient services guaranteed on all Real Estate matters. The following are a few of my recent business operations during the past six months. Built cottage for Mrs.Caroline Young at Roland Park. Remodeled Miss Poindexter's Hair Dressing Establishment at 833 Druid Hill avenue. Built for Bishop Murray, church at Sparrows Point. Remodeled the Knights of Pythias New Hall at the corner McCulloh and Preston streets and putting in a store front at Argyle avenue and Pitcher St. Made as good a record in Real Estate lists for amount of houses sold and money loaned as the average broker in the past year. Remodeled Rev. A.B. Callis' Church, Laurens and Brunt street Clients and Patrons will be pleased to recommend Charles F. 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EDWAR Officers and Members—Chas. Gr Clarence Williams, See'y. Wm. CARDS OF ADMISSION 2 South Lawson, Accompanist Mr. Thurman Gantt, Chie- Mr. Howard Brent, President L. Wilson, Director Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., P. AUTO PLEASURE CLUB ..... WILL GIVE THEIR..... FIRST GRAND DANCE GALILEAN FISHERMEN'S AUDITORIUM Biddle St., Near McCulloh Jan. 26th, 1914 Music by Kerr's Society Orch We trust all will have an enjoyable evening, under PROF. EDWARD SLATER, Direction Members—Chas. Griffin, Pres. Desmond Lynch, Vi- ce Williams, Sec'y. Lewis Pulley, Aset. Sec'y. Wm. Rose, Treas. OS OF ADMISSION 25c. Doors open at 8 P. M. Miss Arsenath Lawson, Accompanist Mr. Thurman Gantt, Chairman Mr. Howard Brent, President Mr. Wm. L. Wilson, Director Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor FIRST GRAND DANCE AT GALILEAN FISHERMEN'S AUDITORIUM Biddle St., Near McCulloh Monday, Jan. 26th, 1914 Music by Kerr's Society Orchestra We trust all will have an enjoyable evening, under PROF. EDWARD SLATER, Direction Officers and Members—Chas. Griffin, Pres. Desmond Lynch, Vice Pres. Clarence Williams, Sec'y. Lewis Pulley, Asst. Sec'y. Wm. Rose, Treas. CARDS OF ADMISSION 25c. Doors open at 8 P. M. ....KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS.... OF THE TO CELEBRATE 25TH ANN GALILEAN FISHER W. Biddle ST. ON FRIDAY EVENING On which occasion all Py invited to be present, and w ternal Organizations and the of Arrangements have arran- gram from 8 to 9 o'clock. A Prof. T. Henderson Has further been engag DO NOT MISS THE Cards of Admission HOUSEHOLDER Cut Your Butter One Pound of Fresh Cream From One Pint of Milk No Drugs or Chemicals Used. Pays For Its Send Us Your Name And Address C. C. CARR 564 W. DOLPHIN STREET OF THE E. & W. HEMISPHERE ORATE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS FOUND ...AT.... ALILEAN FISHERMEN'S TEMPLE W. Biddle Street, near McCulloh FRIDAY EVENING, JANUARY 23rd, 1914 which occasion all Pythians' and Calanthes are con- t be present, and we also extend invitations to a organizations and the public in general. The Com- mements have arranged a short but very interesting 8 to 9 o'clock. After which T. Henderson Kerr's Full Orchestr further been engaged to entertain our patronage. DO NOT MISS THIS GREAT OCCASION of Admission . . . 25 C HOUSEHOLDERS INVESTIGATE THIS Cut Your Butter Bill Exactly In Half. Cut of Fresh Creamery Butter Made in Two M from One Pint of Milk by Our "Family Merger." For Chemicals Used. So Simple A Child Can Operate Your Name And Address For A FREE DEMONSTRAT C. C. CARROLL, AGENT DOLPHIN STREET BALTIMORE GALILEAN FISHERMEN'S TEMPLE W. Biddle Street, near McCulloh ON FRIDAY EVENING JANUARY 23rd 1914 On which occasion all Pythians and Calanthes are cordially invited to be present, and we also extend invitations to all Fraternal Organizations and the public in general. The Committee of Arrangements have arranged a short but very interesting program from 8 to 9 o'clock. After which Prof. T. Henderson Kerr's Full Orchestra Cards of Admission 25 Cents HOUSEHOLDERS INVESTIGATE THIS. Cut Your Butter Bill Exactly In Half. One Pound of Fresh Creamery Butter Made in Two Minutes From One Pint of Milk by Our "Family Merger." No Drugs or Chemicals Used. So Simple A Child Can Operate It. Pays For Itself In Thirty Days. Send Us Your Name And Address For A FREE DEMONSTRATION. C. C. CARROLL, AGENT 564 W. DOLPHIN STREET BALTIMORE, MD Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices JOHN UNDERTAKEN Complete $73.00 FU A fine casket worth $65.00, for highly polished oak or walnut or either black, gray or white, to m marriages, new and up-to-date; fine advertise funeral, six pairs of glc cifix when desired, rugs, chair s etc. This funeral cost elsewhere. My price $73.00.....$75.00. Other Funerals as low as $25, $35. No charge for removal. 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Mount street, who has been sick for the past two weeks is convalescent. Mrs. Thomas Ash is quite ill at her home, 250 N. Pine street. Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey, of 760 Vine street, entertained on Thursday, January 8th, a number of friends at supper in the honor of Mrs. Williams of Pittsburg. Mr. Isaiah Bailey returned to his home in Cambridge, Md., after spending five days with his sister, Mrs. Lizzie Rainey, 1412 May street. Mrs. Modene Carrington Carter, 304 N. Mount street, has been sick for some time is convalescent. Mr. Solomon V. Randall, of 1723 Druid Hill avenue, who spent the holidays with his family has returned to Rochester, N. Y., where he has been for the past six months. Mrs. Gertrude Collins, of 1010 N. Durham street, who has been sick at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, is out again. Mr. Russell Hill, of Washington was the guest of Miss Etheldra Smith last Sunday. Mrs. Robert A. Hilton, of 554 Dolphin street, who has been confined to her home for the past two weeks with rheumatism is improving under the care of Dr. H. S. McCard. Mrs. Edward Watkins, of 1712 Carlisle Place, has just returned from a visit to her sisters, Mrs. Goode and Miss Patterson of Mt. Clair, N. J.; and neice in Boston, Mass. Mr. George Beckett, 1122 Riggs avenue, entertained a few of his friends at a card party on last Friday evening. A fine menu was served. GIRLS' DAY. There will be Girls' Day at Allen's A. M. E. Church, Sunday January 18. There will be special exercises for the girls at 3 P. M., at which time addresses will be made by Mrs. Georgie D. Boston, Miss Sarah R. Jackson, Mrs. Rosie Martin, Mrs. B. G. Hill and Mrs. Pienetta Brent. Music will be rendered by the junior choir under the direction of Mrs. Clara Scott. The young folks will be vested. At 8 P. M., Rev. Samuel Johnson, presiding elder of the Hagerstown district will speak to the girls. At that service the junior choir of Trinity Church will render selections. So come and assist the girls. Rev. P. J. Jordan, pastor. A. E. Russell and Alice Gray, presidents. WANTED—Pups or a bitch that is going to have pups. Apply to Dr. E. A. Park, Harriet Lane Home, Johns Hopkins Hospital. CELEBRATED WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. John T. Barber of 1008 N. Carrollton avenue, celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary on last Monday evening at their home. A very pleasant evening was spent. Among the invited guests were: Mr. and Mrs. P. Ray, Mr. and Mrs. George Brent, Mr. and Mrs. Alonza Pollard, Mr. and Mrs. Henry, Mrs. Daniels, Mrs. Annie Durrand, Mrs. Mary Hammond, Mrs. Young, Misses Rosie Hammond, Marie Daniels, who rendered several vocal selections; Messrs. Wm. Pollard, Alonza Hall, James Williams and Mr. Reed and John Blanchard. The guests were bountifully served with the delicacies of the season. Mr. Barber left the city on Wednesday for a three month voyage. DR. MARK O. FAX ...GRADUATE... Hours: 9 A.M. to 12 M., 8 P.M. to 10 P.M. and by appointment. ..Residence: 1156 Calhoun Street. CITY NEWS IN BRIEF DR. MCCARD IN ROLE OF HERO Upon entering the dwelling at 15 W. Lee street,where Mrs. C. B. Jones lay ill, Dr. H. S. McCard, her attending physician, discovered fire Wednesday of last week, smelling the smoke, which ascended the stairs in a big volume, Mrs. Jones got out of bed, shut the door leading downstairs and crawled to the window. An alarm was sounded and Mr. Jones returned home just in time to assist Dr. McCard in subduing the flames. Though unnerved by the fire, Mrs. Jones was not injured at all. BATH HOUSE PATRONAGE INCREASING There were 35,000 patrons at the Public Baths, 1016-22 Argyle avenue, during 1913, an increase of 1,500 over the previous year. 1905, when the baths were first opened to the public, the patron numbered only 19,000. WILL PAVE STREETS IN N. W. SECTION Among the streets that the Paving Commission has recommended for improved paving are the following that pass through colored neighborhoods: Presstman, Robert, Warner, Cross, Montgomery and Leadenhall streets. Not a single block in the Seventeenth ward was recommended. The last improved paving laid in this ward was on Franklin street between Howard street and Pennsylvania avenue, for which formerly Councilman Oregon Milton Dennis secured an appropriation of $42,000, in 1906. MR- AND MRS. GAINES ENTERTAIN Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gaines, of 549 Laurens street gave a reception on Tuesday, December 30, in honor of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Jannie Gaines, of Tappahannock, Va., who spent the holidays here. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Forbes, Mr. and Mrs. Matthews, Mr. and Mrs. A. Hill, Mr. and Mrs. J. Hill, and Mr. Dawson. MRS. CHANDLER GIVES A DINNER Mrs. Mary Chandler, of 432 Orchard street gave a dinner last Tuesday evening, in honor of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Clarence Chandler, of Long Island. The table was beautifully decorated with cut flowers. The invited guests were Mr. and Mrs. George Lottier, Mr. and Mrs. William Anderson, Mrs. F. N. Cardozo, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Chandler, Mr. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Chambers, Misses Blanche and Mary Chandler. ENTERTAINS FOR HER DAUGHTER Mrs. Maria Ransome, formerly Miss Lake of 1531 W. Fairmount avenue gave a reception in the honor of her neice, Miss Flora Belle Johnson, of Wilmington, Del., who spent the Christmas holidays in the city. RETURN HOME TO TEACH SCHOOL Miss Carrie Z. Cockaday and Miss Lavinia Tynes, daughter of the late Rev. J. B. Tynes, of Norfolk Va., after a delightful stay with her aunt and cousins, Mrs. L. Thompson and Woingust, of 1238 McElderry street have returned to the A. L. school of Norfolk of which they are teachers. MR. BROWN GIVES A SMOKER A smoker was given on Wednesday evening, January 7, by Mr. George Brown, 927 N. Howard street, in honor of his brother, Mr. James Brown, of Atlantic City and Mr. Steve Johnson of Philadelphia. An excellent repast was served. Among those present were: Messrs. Nathaniel Gross, Ed Bird, Charles Brooks, James Homely and Webb F. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. William A. Owens return many thanks to their friends who attended the christening of their son, Jerome, which was followed by a reception in his honor on Friday evening, January 9th, at their aunt's residence, Mrs. Frank Steward, 758 W. Saratoga street. Only The Best. Good prescription work requires experience and care. There is more in prescription compounding than mere throwing together of crude materials. They must be blended carefully to get the greatest efficiency from the medicines. Let us have your next prescription. We save you money. 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