The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXII NO. 30 DR. GRAY CLAIMS ILLEGAL PROCEDURE Friends of Emergency Association Present Their Side of Argument in the Baptist Controversy That trouble may ensue from the recent dropping of members of the Emergency Baptist Association from the rolls of the Baptist Union Ministers' Meeting seems apparent. Among those dropped were Revs. Junius Gray, Lloyd Reed, A. B. Callis, R. T. Winn, Thomas Henderson, Thomas Williams and C. B. Jones. The action was taken on the ground that the recently adopted constitution of the Baptist Union Ministers' Meeting prevented members thereof from belonging to similar Baptist bodies. The point is made that the Emergency Baptist Convention was organized in 1912 and that the constitution of the ministerial meeting was adopted last October. For the past four months those dropped were allowed to pay their dues and to participate in the deliberations. It is claimed that the rapidity with which Rev. Gray has built up his congregation and the added fact that the association of which he is president has recently started a printing establishment and issues a weekly magazine have stirred the animosities of some of the Baptist ministers. This feeling is said to have been heightened when Rev. Gray and his followers by their votes helped to prevent the Baptist Union and the Colored Baptist Ministers' Meeting from agreeing upon a plan of concerted action. When this plan failed the point was made that members of other associations could not legally belong to the Baptist Union Ministers' Meeting. The claim is made that the expulsion was illegal, and the body responsible for the same has been so informed. Friends of Dr. Gray declare that there is being pushed a scheme to destroy his reputation here. They assert that an article which appeared in the Afro-American Ledger under the caption of "Rev. Junius Gray Ousted," which gave the facts of the action taken by the Baptist Union Ministers' Meeting, was twisted by many so as to make it appear that the expulsion of the minister was due to ugly reports concerning Mr. Gray. As a number of those remaining in the Association are members of both associations it remains to be seen what the action will be taken by them, as they are prominent in the Baptist Ministers' Meeting as well as in the associations to which they belong. MAJOR MOTEN Washington, March 19.—Major R. R. Moton, of Hampton Institute, delivered an interesting address Wednesday evening, on the Life and Work of Gen. Samuel C. Armstrong. The lecture was given under the auspices of the Department of Sociology. Major Moton told of the great work of General Armstrong in planning Hampton Institute. Rev. Herbert B. Turner, Chaplain of the Institute, displayed a number of lantern slides depicting scenes at the Institute. The funeral of Mrs. Mamie E. Elliott, who died at her home last Friday, was held Monday afternoon. She was a cousin of Robert A. Elliott, the Baltimore Undertaker. BORAH OUT IN HIS TRUE COLOR Idaho Progressive Republican Senator Favors Repeal of the Fifteenth Amendment to the Constitution Washington, March 20.—The changed attitude which exists among some Republican leaders regarding the political rights of the race was instanced Tuesday, when Senator William E. Borah, of Idaho, declared that he favored the repeal of the Fifteenth Amendment, should that be necessary to bring about woman suffrage. He was delivering an address in the United States Senate favoring female suffrage when he made this admission. He expressed himself as being strongly in favor of giving to white women the right to vote, but that this must come through State and not federal action as the latter would open up the way for colored women to vote in the South and for the Japanese to have political nights in the Far West. "You will never carry the required 36 states for a constitutional women suffrage amendment," said the Senator, "until you repeal the Fifteenth Amendment." Asserting that the Fifteenth Amendment, giving the Negro the right to vote, was a blunder in the first place, and now was a dead letter, not being enforced in a single state of the union, Senator Borah asked whether the advocates of the women suffrage amendment now pending for a moment supposed the states of the South would add 2,000,000 to the list of those whom they must disfranchise. "Violation of law is a bad thing," he added. "It is demoralizing to the Negro race to place in the Constitution in the form of rights what we do not mean to see they shall enjoy." "The Fifteenth Amendment," the Senator declared, "was a blunder, engendered in a spirit of retaliation with the result that after the first blush of satisfaction the North had connived at the South's violation of it. The amendment infringed upon state rights, and might furnish precedent for an amendment declaring that the right to hold real estate or attend school should not be denied because of race or color. MERRICK TELLS OF Tuskegee Institute, Ala., March 17.—Continuing the series of business talks by representative Negro business men, Mr. John Merrick, President of the North Carolina Mutual, and Provident Insurance Company, of Durham, N. C., spoke in the chapel of Tuskegee. The story of Mr. Merrick's business success reads almost like a romance, during his youth he was, successively, a brickyard employee, a bootblack and a barber; this latter business he followed for some twenty years or more. His present distinction, however, rests upon the organization of what is known as the North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association, a life insurance concern which does busine s in three states, namely, North Carolina, and Georgia; employs nearly 600 agents and helpers of various kinds and keeps busy an office of 30 persons. The first year the company was in business, it collected $840; last year 1913, it proudly boasts thats collections amounted to $360, 000. More than 100,000 persons are insured by the company, most of them holding what are known as industrial policies. ADVISED TO HANG ON TO THE G.O.P. Philadelphia, March 18.—Colored voters were advised not to forsake the Republican party in an address delivered by Senator Boies Penrose, candidate for re-election to the United States Senate at Varick Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church Monday night. He also declared that "the Negro is an integral and important part in the political development of the country." Rev. Sylvester L. Corrothers, pastor of the church, acted as master of ceremonies, and introduced Senator Penrose, who said, among other things, that much of the so-called race problem is a delusion, and has no foundation. What the white man needs to do, he asserted, is to meet the racial question with common sense. "While I do not want to introduce partisan politics in this sacred edifice," he said, "none can gainsay that the rehabilitation of the Republican party will be not only the best thing for the Negro and his betterment, but for the entire American nation. "The Negro has right to be treated fairly. He was brought to this country against his will and enslaved for more than two centuries. Since his emancipation he has proved his right to citizenship by his loyalty, patriotism and devotion to this country. The Republican party has stood for fair play and justice to the Negro, while the Democratic party has sought to nullify and abrogate his right and liberty as they are at the present time under the present Administration. by its segregation methods in Federal departments. "In Pennsylvania, while it is true the Republican party has not done all it should so for the loyal support the Negro has given, it promises to do more in the future." Senator Penrose closed his remarks by admonishing the Negro not to forsake the Republican party. Others who delivered brief addresses were Rev. S. J. Jones, Prof. R. R. Wright, Bishop J. S. Caldwell, Dr. William A. Sinclair, Rev. J. I. Lowe, Judge Charles C. Brown and Rev. L. G. Jordan. APPROPRIATION FOR PROVIDENT Annapolis, Md., March 20.—Provident Hospital, Baltimore will get an annual appropriation of $2,000 during the next two years if the appropriation made by the General Assembly is agreed to by Governor Goldsborough. $3,000 each year was asked for as the hospital intends remodeling its building and placing itself on a more modern basis. The following annual appropriations for the next two years, each of which has subject to approval, veto or pruning by the Governor, have been agreed upon for various colored institutions: Home of Good Shepherd for Colored Girls, $3,000; Industrial Home for Colored Girls, $3,500; St. Elizabeth's Home for Colored Children, $4,000; Oblate Sisters of Providence, $1,000; St Mary's Home for Colored Boys, $750; St. Peter Clavier Industrial School, $500; St. Catherine's Home for Colored Girls, $500, Maryland Home for Friendless Colored Children, Catonsville, $750, and Shelter for Aged and Infirm Colored Persons, $500. HOODLUMS STOP ACT AT MARYLAND Few Loafers Have Always Been The Cause of Segregation in The Galleries, Says the The continual shouting of a few disorderly persons at the Maryland Theater Monday afternoon almost resulted in colored people being excluded from the theater this week. "The Wives of the Rich," which has many serious parts, is on the boards this week. Just as one of the most serious parts was about to be presented several colored persons, it is said, began to laugh. The guffawing so disconcerted the star in this act that he left the stage. Manager Fred C. Schanberger then came before the footlights and announced that the act would be started again and that anyone making any disorder would be handed him over to the police. Additional policemen were then stationed in the gallery and in the gallery and in the balcony and the act proceeded without further interruption. Bert Williams, the comedian, is also appearing at the theater this week, and he felt crestfallen at the actions of the disorderly persons, this being his first appearance at the Maryland. The balcony was opened to colored people for the first time this week, following an appeal from the Afro-American Ledger. BLAMES A FEW When seen by a representative of the Afro-American Ledger, Mr. Schanberger expressed regret at having to "call down" those responsible for the disorder. He said that he was willing to give colored people every consideration, and that the management of the theatre desired colored patronage. He said that the great majority of the colored people who attended performances at the Maryland were desirable patrons in every way. He pointed out the fact that certain elements of the whites were not desired and that the class of colored people who could not behave would not be tolerated. Such segregation as has been practice in the past was due to the disorderly element, it is claimed. The news of the disorder Monday spread all over town and those responsible for the trouble were sharply criticized on every hand. The opinion was freely expressed that the colored people of this city desired decent theatre accommodations and that the actions of a few ignorant rowdies should not be tolerated. The management of the theatre continued to allow colored patrons ta use the balcony this week, and hundreds came out as a tribute to Bert Williams, who is billed as a headliner. REV. WALLER RECEIVES CALL The Rev. Dr. Garnett R. Waller, pastor of Trinity Baptist Church has received a call to the Third Baptist Church, Springfield, Mass. Dr. Waller has enjoyed a long and successful pastorate at his present charge, which was organized by him twenty-eight years ago. It is not known whether he will accept this call or not. He has refused several very flattering calls during his present pastorate. MRS. SHAW IMPROVING Mrs. D. W. Shaw, who has been ill at her home, 1853 Calboun street, is in a slightly improved condition. PRICE THREE CENTS ORED s Minis- Do At- NICE WANTS CRIME PROPERLY DEFINED Assistant States Attorney Also Says Majority of Persons Be- fore Criminal Court are Not Colored married" Bie Clark D. Arnett in lovers dends did image was room left in friends little vaca. be went and the laidelphia le one by Philadelh. The solos sung and the chorus work showed this octet to be deserving of the lavish praise that had bestowed upon it in all parts of the world. The singing of George J. Johnson, tenor, was especially pleasing, he having a rare voice. Charles P. Williams, manager of singers and second tenor, his wife, Mrs. Clare K. Williams, contralto. Virginia Greene, prima donna; Ann's Hackley, soprano; J. H. Johnson, baritone; and J. S. Crabbe, basso, also did fine work. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy, have been lovers since school days, both graduating from the Colored High School. He is connected with the Afro-American Ledger, writing the sporting an other news. He is also manager of the Dunbar athletic Club. MINISTERS IN BUSINESS SCORED Dr. George F. Bragg Says Ministers Have Enough to Do At- Ministers who are deeply interested in insurance and other business concerns were sharply criticised by Rev. Dr. George F. Bragg at the monthly meeting of the Ministerial Alliance Monday. Dr. Bragg's remarks followed the reading of an interesting paper by Rev. George E. Curry on "Modern Socialism as it Relates to the Church." Dr. Curry asserted that many Socialists were opposed to the church, charging that many of their difficulties were due to capitalist members. He also argued for a larger social program in order to meet the needs of the mass of workers. After scoring preachers who are engaged in business enterprises, Dr. Bragg said that the ideal minister should be a man of culture and character. He said that the chief function of the church was the spreading of the principles of religion, and that when this was properly done social uplift and charity could be undertaken by members of the church. Rev. Dr. A. L. Gaines urged that the church should work out a program that would bring capital and labor together. He said that many workers regarded that capital should give them employment as a national right and cited the efforts of the Industrial Workers of the world in trying to compel captains of industry to hit them. Rev. L. Z. Johnson asserted that the spiritual needs of man should be considered before his physical needs, while Dr. Ernest Lyon told of an instance of teeding an aged woman before administering to the spiritual needs of an age woman, and the beneficient results that ensued. Rev. W. E. Williams pleaded for a larger social program. A resolution was passed commending the selection of Dr. Ernest Lyon as a speaker for the race in the course of lectures that are being delivered at the City College by representatives of various nations. Dr. Lyon will read a paper at the next meeting of the Alliance on "What Part Should the Negro of Western Culture Take in the Study of the Languages of Africa." SPORTING EDITOR MARRIES Love laughs at locksmiths and two hearts that beat in unison are the conquerors of all things. This was illustrated this week when the following telegram reached Baltimore: "Sadie and I are married"—"Arnett." The bride is Miss Sadie Clark and the groom is Mr. D. Arnett Murphy. They have been lovers for sometime;but their friends did not think that their marriage was coming so soon. The groom left home Sunday telling his friends that he was going on a little vacation trip. The bride-to-be went away a little later and she and the future husband met in Philadelphia where the twain were made, one by Rev. C. A. Tindey, of Philadelphia. That the legislature should pass a law giving an understandable definition of infamous crime is the opinion of Harry W. Nice, an assistant State's Attorney for Baltimore city. Mr. Nice is called upon daily to prosecute cases of petty larceny and other crimes, which, even though the accused be paroled after his guilt is established, carry with them loss of citizenship "We have no adequate conception of what really constitutes infamous crime." Mr. Nice said. "The trial of a man accused of stealing thirty cents came up in the Criminal Court today (Wednesday), and he was paroled after pleading guilty. A man convicted of common assault may get ten years in jail, and yet would not be disfranchised. The one who steals a paltry thirty cents loses his right to vote, while the one who bruises another's body remains on the voting lists. I regard this situation as unfair. Our general idea of infamous crime in Maryland is largely determined from opinions of former attorney generals of the State. This is a question of big importance, and should engage the attention of thoughtful citizens. "I must say," he went on to relate, "that the majority of persons coming up for trial in the Criminal Court are not colored. Neither is there a very large percentage of big crimes among the race. There is a large amount of small crimes among a certain element of colored people, and this is a situation that calls for earnest consideration--this matter of small crime. The big crimes are generally committed by certain classes of whites, if you except the murder cases among colored people and the paying of the 'lost pocketbook' game against ignorant colored people. I have always tried to be lenient with the ignorant and petty criminal, realizing that the environment of many is such that they do not know the enormity of their offenses." WILLIAMS SINGERS DRAW Singers Receive Well Merited Applause For Finely Ren The inimitable Williams World Famous Jubilee Singers were greeted by a large audience at Albaugh's Theater Thursday night. The singers have been all over the world and they are rated as musicians of a superior order. Each has received good academic and musical training. The concert was given under the auspices of the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. ACTIVE WORKERS IN MANY FIELDS Eventful Career Of Major R. R. Jackson of K. of P., N. A., S. A., E., A., A. & A. Noted *KNOWS HOW TO GET RESULTS Man Who Sold Newspapers On Streets of Chicago When A Boy Wins Distinction Chicago. Foremost among the young men in Chicago who are making good is to be found Major R. R. Jackson of the uniform rank of the Knights of Pythias of North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. He is a charter member of the Eighth regiment, national guard, and is at the head of the largest printing establishment operated by the race in this city. Major Jackson was born in Chicago Sept. 1, 1870, and received his early education in the public and high schools. He obtained his early business training by working as a newspaper merchant. He sold papers at Harrison and State streets nearly forty years ago, and by this he was able to care for his grandmother for a number of years and at the same time attend school. He also worked as an eleva- P. MAJOR R. R. JACKSON. tor conductor. Jackson only used his elevator position, however, as a means to an end, because while in this position he met many of the leading men of the city. He took the civil service examination, made good marks and was appointed to a clerkship in the Chicago postoffice, where he made a good record, serving twenty-one years. For twelve years Major Jackson served as assistant superintendent of Armour station, the highest position held by any member of his race in the Chicago postoffice system. While in this position in the postoffice Major Jackson proved his interest in his people. He was instrumental in having appointed 124 men and boys as clerks, carriers, janitors and special delivery messengers and has assisted over 100 men in securing positions in the various railroad offices in Chicago. For a young man he has a splendid record as a soldier. During the Spanish-American war when the Eighth Illinois regiment was ordered to the field Major R. R. Jackson was ready for duty. He made many friends in Cuba and showed while there his military' ability. He is now working to secure for his regiment a military home and hopes to see this realized at an early date. Major Jackson was elected a member of the Illinois legislature, but was counted out by the machine. He contested his election and was seated just a short time before the legislature adjourned sine die. He made good use of his opportunity. Immediately upon being seated in the house of representatives Speaker McKinley recognized his worth by appointing him on the following committees: Chicago charter; fraternal and mutual insurance, federal relations, military affairs, miscellaneous subjects and municipal courts of Chicago. The first thing to claim his attention was the various jincrow legislation pending in the house, and he went about the matter immediately and used his influence to check this unfair legislation. The intermarriage bill was brought before the committee on miscellaneous subjects, and Major Jackson, being a member, right there and then helped to bury it in an unknown grave. Then followed his good work on the "full crew bill," which would have put many men of the race out of the railroad service. This, like the other bill, was killed after the major had got in his work. In this he served his race and the state at the same time. The fifteenth anniversary of the emancipation of the slaves claimed his attention, and he introduced a bill appropriating $25,000 for that purpose, which went through without opposition, receiving a unanimous vote. Addresses While on Pacific Coast. The schedule for Dr. Booker T. Washington's speaking dates in Los Angeles, Cal., and vicinity was arranged by Dr. John Willis Baer, president of Occidental college, Los Angeles. Mr. Baer was formerly secretary of the Christian Endeavor society, with headquarters in Boston. Dr. Washington's first public address in the series of speeches which he will make in California was delivered at the First Congregational church in Los Angeles Sunday morning, March 8. The Rev. Morris E. Turk was in charge of the meeting. In the afternoon of the same day Dr. Washington addressed a large meeting at the First Methodist church. The meeting held in the interest of the Y. M. C. A., at which Dr. Washington spoke later, was in charge of Mr. T. A. Green. On Tuesday, March 10, Dr. Washington spoke at the high school auditorium in Pasadena and also delivered a lecture under the auspices of Throop College of Technology, in the same town. These meetings were in charge of Mr. James A. B. Scheren. The meeting held at Pomona college, in Claremont, Wednesday, March 11, was in charge of Mr. James A. Blaisdell, president of Pomona college. On Thursday night, March 12, Dr. Washington was the guest of honor at a banquet at the Hotel Virginia, Long Beach, Cal. This banquet was one of the big social functions given in connection with the meeting of the state Y. M. C. A. convention and was directed by Secretary Sprunger of the Y. M. C. A. in Los Angeles. Dr. Washington returned to Los Angeles and delivered a most highly instructive address at the First Presbyterian church, of which the Rev. Dr. Robert Freeman is the pastor. At the meeting held in Redlands, Cal., on Tuesday, March 17, at which Dr. Washington spoke, Mr. Edgar Williams presided. Friday morning, March 20, he is scheduled to be the guest of the Friday morning club in Los Angeles, and Mrs. Seward Simons of South Pasadena is to preside. On Sunday, March 22, Dr. Washington is to visit Riverside, Cal., and will be at the Mission inn, of which Mr. Frank Miller is the proprietor. TOUR OF PINEY WOODS COUNTRY LIFE SCHOOL. What Lawrence C. Jones Is Doing at an Institution in Mississippi. Principal Lawrence C. Jones of the Piney Woods Country Life school, Branton, Miss., will begin his annual educational campaign in the interest of the school at Laurel, Miss., Friday, March 27. Mr. Jones will be accompanied on his tour by the Piney Woods school's brass band and glee club. The program for the meetings will consist of concerts by the band and an address by Professor Jones on the general subject of "Turning Up the Pine Barrens of South Mississippi." The tour will include the following cities and towns in the state on dates mentioned: Ellisville, March 28; Collins, March 30; Hattiesburg, April 1; Wiggins, on the 2d, Gulfport on the 3d and Columbia on the 4th. The annual tour through the southern part of the state is a part of the extension work of the school. The work is in splendid condition, which speaks well for Mr. Jones, who founded the school just a few years ago in a log cabin which at the time was a shelter for sheep. The institution now has one large substantial building and several smaller ones, in which are taught more than eight industries. Mr. J. R. Webster, a prominent citizen of Branton and a good friend of the Piney Woods school, says of Mr. Jones and the work which he is doing for our people in Branton and vicinity: "I am moved by a spirit of deep interest and a knowledge of the importance of an industrial education to say a few words in commendation of Lawrence C. Jones, who has identified himself with the colored people of our community by establishing a training school where the boys and girls can be taught and made to see the practical points of life and more clearly realize their duty as citizens to themselves and fellow men." Methodists to Meet In St. Louis In May The general conference of the Colored Methodist Episcopal church will be held in St. Louis, Mo. Among the important subjects which will claim the attention of the bishops and delegates will be the question of changing the publishing house from Jackson, Tenn., to Nashville, Tenn., or some other more central location than it is at present, how to broaden the work of the denomination so as to reach a larger constituency and the election of bishops. The recent quadrennial meeting of the church was held in Jacksonville, Fla. Bishop C. H. Phillips of Nashville, Tenn., presided. O. G. Villard to Speak In Brooklyn. Mr. Oswald Garrison Villard, Senator Moses E. Clapp and Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois will speak at a public meeting to be held at the Concord Baptist church in Brooklyn, Tuesday evening, March 31, in the interest of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People. The meeting will be held under the auspices of a committee of citizens headed by Mrs. Alice W. Seay, a well known clubwoman and social settlement worker. The Rev. Dr. William M. Moss, pastor of the above named church, will preside. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Grand United Order Of Odd Fellows Lauds Work Of Founder At Annual Gathering NATION WIDE CELEBAATION Former District Grand Master Robert J. Nelson Encourages Household Of Ruth BY GEORGE FRANCIS KING. Harrisburg, Pa.—The observance of Peter Ogden day by the Grand United Order of Old Fellows recently was general among the members of the order throughout the country. The celebration held in this city was noted for the timeliness of the program of exercises and the prominence of the speakers, among whom was District Deputy Grand Master Robert J. Nelson of this state. Mr. Nelson's address was listened to with close attention throughout its delivery. He was warmly greeted by the brotherhood, and he in part said: "That illimitable, silent, never resting thing called Time, rolling, rushing on, swift, silent like an all embracing ocean tide, has spanned threescore and ten years since Peter Ogden planted the banner of Old Fellowship on the soil of this country, and to its principles we again affirm our allegiance as we assemble at this shrine. "As I stand before you on this occasion to assist in memorializing the founder of our great and splendid fraternity I am impressed at the obligation resting upon us, the followers of Peter Ogden, who reared on this soil the great organization that has been of incalculable benefit to our race. "Peter Ogden was of American birth and was self educated. He early felt the importance of an honorable life and was desirous of leaving a name that would command respect. We have no record that he sprang from a house ancient and noble. He sprang from a race, impoverished, which had been a race lacking advantage and which was in need of an uplifting influence, when M. B. ROBERT J. NELSON. he called on the brethren across the sea to give it the hand of fraternal fellowship. "He was not a proud, cynical man, a scorner of his people, nor was he implacable in his vindictiveness of spirit. Everything points to the fact that he was gentle, but firm—a virile character whose vigorous life had the elements of true greatness. There may not hang about his life the perfume of either the spelling book or the lexicon—his deeds were living, seedful fruit. Divine Providence guided his actions and his title to fame will rest securely upon the grand and noble fraternal structure reared by his own efforts. Naturally of a generous spirit, he was distinguished for the strength of his intellect. As we meet to memorialize Peter Ogden we do it with a sense of appreciation of his real life. We bestow upon him that full measure of praise his deeds, his foresight and many character demand we should as the years come and go. "The order he founded, the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in America, is one of the most potential organizations of which our race can boast and the good it has done and its doing in the cause of humanity and for the general uplift of our race is not equaled by that of any organization extant. As we read the history of our order we will find that its deeds are so bright and its achievements so fruitful that it stands forth in every community as a beacon light beckoning the good men, women and children into its ranks. "One of the agencies that has contributed so materially to our steady growth as well as our influential status was the opportunity we gave the women to become a part of our order nearly sixty years ago. Known as the Household of Ruth, their branch was taken from the most beautiful book of the Bible—Ruth. I want to go on record here and now as favoring a larger recognition for the Household, and you may be assured that I will at all time-lend whatever aid I can in that direction." A. B. R. W. STEWART PROMOTED After fifteen months of constant plodding at the head of the work here in this city with a brilliant career he is moved to Newark, N. J., where he not only takes charge of the first and oldest branches the Company has, but is given an opportunity by General Manager S. W. Rutherford, to broaden his knowledge in the study of insurance at New York University. Mr. Stewart hopes to matriculate at that school September next. Without a doubt, Mr. Stewart is a wide awake hustler and has the quality as well as capacity of mixing things with no mean ability. We are glad to learn this has been the finding of the National during his seven continued years of service for them, four of which he traveled as one of its superintendents and was called by the general manager as captain of his flying squadron. It was while thus engaged Mr. Stewart increased most admirably both in efficiency and usefulness to his imployers by infusing and disseminating much of his constructual ability in the work which caused the powers that be to take notice. In answer to a question put by a reporter for the Afro-American Ledger as to what he could point to which meant for success during his career. Mr. Stewart replied: I started with this company in the rainy season of the fall just before winter sets in that beautiful city of Washington with an ordinary contract without a single member to my credit but filled with courage of hope fired with enthusiasm by seeing others succeeding determined to stick until I convinced myself I could not do what I saw others doing. I resolved that whatever piece of work was assigned to me, I would do it the best I could; even try to do it so well that it could not be improved on, one can not do his best if he is not thoroughly in earnest absolutely honest and then have courage in self to carve his way. One philosopher has said health is the greatest assist in the life of man, another claims money but for me, let me have honesty of purpose mind, and heart. And should I fail to acquire a great deal of this world's goods I will win in the end, something much more lasting, so if there is any one thing which means for sure success over every other thing it is honesty. For instance, if any duty is assigned to me, I at once place myself on trial using my conscience for the judge yet keeping in mind the old adage "Honesty is the best policy after all." You ask me what I have to say for our work here in Baltimore I can say in a general way the prospective outlook is bright and I deduce my reason from what has been the outcome in the last 15 months since I have been here at this branch. When I came here the agency force numbered 23 against 43 now. We wrote up in that time 4,748 new policy holders against 1,986 fifteen months prior with a lapse credit of 88.80 against $133.20. We collected in that time $29,625.87; $8,015.60 paid to agents and salaries; paid sick and death claims $10,045.18, leaving a net balance of $4,565.09 against $1,384.63 fifteen months prior. Every year we strive to increase our efficiency. Mr. H. A. Butler, my successor has the qualification, experience and besides is a home man. All other things being equal I see no reason why we would not continue to grow strong and exert a mighty influence for good among our people. I desire right here to express my sincere thanks and deepest appreciations for the very generous cooperation and support the good people of Baltimore have given the Association through me. And beg of you as far as you can consistently do to continue like support to all worthy Negro enterprises for by this way only can we ever hope to make places for the younger generation. Adv. C. and P. Phone, Madison 692 GEO. H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alexander Hemsley Funeral Director and Embalmer 517 Robert Street Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite, courteous and expert attention guaranteed. Carriages to hire for all occasions. Open day and night. To the Friends and Pat- ALEX. HEMSLEY H I wish to announce to the general public the of my late father and will endeavor to susta- efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thank- and hoping for a continuance of the same. SAMUEL T. H FUNERAL DIRECTOR Coaches to hire for all occasions MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. 'Phone Mount Vern ...JOHN H. & TO 142 W. HILL ST THE UP-TO-DATE UN Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, W ste., from his own stables at the most rea- come to see him, ju Friends and Patrons of the late HMSLEY Funeral Director and Embaler. We general public that I have taken up the will endeavor to sustain the reputation he be Embalmer. Thanking the public for all praise of the same. I am respectfully your DEL T. HEMSLEY DIRECTOR & EMBALER occasions Funerals from S. OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Phone Mount Vernon 2578 N. H. TOADVIN..... W. HILL STREET, TO-DATE UNDERTAKER Real for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00. Images for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Rates at the most reasonable rates. You come to see him, just call. 142 W. Hill 626 Druid Rd Bert A. Elliott Leading Undertaker ROGERS AVE. Courteous Attendants, Shipping Fuel Tire Carriages for hire for all occasions. Day or Night. LIX B: PYE, Sr. Berry St. Nr. Cal. GENERAL DIRECTOR:: C. & P. PHONE It Connected with any other offer for the detection of business under the name of Felix B. Pye Sr. Phone, Mt. Vernon 3603 SEWING MACHINES I wish to announce to the general public that I have taken up the business of my late father and will endeavor to sustain the reputation he bore as an efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. I am respectfully yours, FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions Funerals from $75.00 Up MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. 'Phone Mount Vernon 2578 ...JOHN H. TOADVIN.... 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKER Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, etc., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call Robert A. ..Baltimore's Leading 506 ROGERS Expert Embalming, Courteous Attend Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages for Both Phone. FELIX B: PY 102 E. Mulberry St. ::::FUNERAL DIR C. & P. PHC No Branches. Not Connected w A reward will be offered for the sons doing business under Felix B. Pye Phone, Mt. Vernon SINGER SEWING Expert Embalming, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Funeral Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages for hire for all occasions. Both Phone. Day or Night. No Branches. Not Connected with any other firm A reward will be offered for the detectionof persons doing business under the name of Felix B. Pye Sr. Phone, Mt. Vernon 3603 SINGER SEWING MACHINES IS HERE ready to supply you with any more five types of Singer Machines on the small payments of $2.00 and $1.50 or even $1.00 if you. Tell your friends wherever you go that you will with your own color on most reasonable without contradiction our terms have been less this year we are makinf a better offer. To types Singer Machines making a first payment machine for the girls will be given abscissines, you should own one. We eve the right and just. If anything from the satisfactory, see us first. There is to you. The most equipped repair shop up town and Avenue. Phone Mad. 4984-Y. HAIR GROW IS HERE ready to supply you with any make of the five types of Singer Machines on the small monthly payments of $2.00 and $1.50 or even $1.00 if necessary. Tell your friends wherever you go that you can deal with your own color on most reasonable terms. Without contradiction our terms have been less than anywhere in the city, and this year we are making buying one of our five types Singer Machine $5.00 a new Singer hand machine for the free. In regard to machines, you should vor to treat everyone right and just store does not prove satisfactory, see be no extra charges to you. R. H. BUTLER'5, most equipped m 1211 Druid Hill Avenue. Ph THE GREATEST HAIR anywhere in the city, and this year we are makinfi a better offer. To anyone buying one of our five types Singer machines making a first payment of $5.00 a new Singer hand machine for the girls will be given absolutely FREE. In regard to machines, you should own one. We endeavor to treat everyone right and just. If anything from our store does not prove satisfactory, see us first. There will be no extra charges to you. R. H. BUTLER'5, most equipped repair shop up town. 1211 Druid Hill Avenue. Phone Mad. 4984-Y. THE GREATEST HAIR GROWER Don't be fooled by using some fake preparation which claims to straighten your hair. Kinky hair cannot be made straight; you are just fooling yourself by it. You have to have hair before you can straighten it. Now this Exelenta Quinine Pomade feeds the scalp and roots of the hair and makes the hair grow very fast, and you soon can see the results by using several Exelenta Quinine Pomades Hair Grower. It cleans dandruff and stops Falling Hair at once. It leaves harish, stubborn, nappy-looking hair soft and silky, and helps hair the way you want it. We give money back if it don't do the way we claim. TRY A BOX. and it does do what Price 25 cents by mail on will. Yours. receipt of stamps or coin. WILLIE JEI Write for particular Medicine Company, Atlanta, Ga. South 422 or South 396-Y. Mount Vernon 5138 ```markdown ``` A. Dear Company, Your Exelenta Quinine Pomade is the greatest hair grower in the 26 inches long. Before I used your hair pomade it was seven inches long. It cleaned your hair from falling within five days using it. Here is my picture you can see for yourself. PETER H. BURKE rons of the late Funeral Director and Embalmer I have taken up the business in the reputation he bore as an bring the public for all past favors am respectfully yours, HEMSLEY & EMBALMER Funerals from $75.00 Up. BIDDLE ST. on 2578 ADVIN.... STREET, DERTAKER up; caskets for $3.00 and up. Weddings, Parties, Receptions. personal rates. You need not t call. 142 W. Hill Street aud 626 Druid Hill Ave. Elliott by Undertaker... AVE. ants, Shipping Funeral r hire for all occasions. Day or Night. E, Sr. Nr. Calvert. ECTOR::: ONE with any other firm the detection of per- er the name of Sr. 3603 MACHINES supply you with any make of machines on the small month-$1.50 or even $1.00 if neces- wherever you go that you can on most reasonable terms. Our terms have been less than a better offer. To anyone making a first payment of bills will be given absolutely own one. We endea- If anything from our us first. There will repair shop up town. One Mad. 4984-Y. GROWER P Gentleman: I am sending you my picture to show you how your Exelenta Quinina Pomade have made my hair to grow. It have grown 10 inches within 4 months, and it does what you claim it will. Yours. WILLIE JEFFERSON. Denton, Md, March 19. Woman's Day was observed at John Wesley M. E. Church on last Sunday over $28 being realized. Mrs. Adeline Lewis and Mrs. Mary Basley Truxon made excellent ensembles. Mr. J. W. Woodhouse, district superintendent of the Easton district of Sunday Schools, presided over an appreciative audience at Union Bethel A. M. E. Church last Sunday evening. Delegates were from the following churches: Thomastown, Mrs. M. B. Truxon; Trinity, Mr. Clyde Priettt; Winchester, Md., Mrs E. A. Addison. The district has been divided in groups. Denton is group E. Miss Ida M. Bailey is the supervisor. Very excellent papers were read by Miss Henry of Ridgely, Md., and Mrs. Eliza Addison. There is a well defined rumor of a new school house for Denton which is very much needed. Mrs. F. T. Johnson, who has been confined to her home by illness is able to be out again. Presiding Elder R. E. Ford will hold his 6th and last quarterly conference at Union Bethel A. M. E. Church March 28th and 29th. Mrs. A. M. Bailey is suffering from neuralgia. Mrs. M. J. Bryant is still on the sick list. SALISBURY HAPPENINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Salisbury, Md., March 19.—The Boy Scouts are doing splendid work in this vicinity. They are now arranging to secure uniforms. These are the only recognized scouts on the Peninsula. Rev. L. D. Beeham, of Whites M. E. Church, is doing splendid work. Last Sunday was stewards day. Nearly $100 was laid upon the table. Mr. Daniel Elzey alone reported $42. Mrs. Irene Griffin, of Seaford, Del. Mr. Albert Williams, of Delmar and Mrs. Jennie Johnson Leonard, of Philadelphia, were guests of Mrs. Caleb W. Johnson last week. 3.0NG GREEN BRIEFS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Long Green, Md., March 19.—The bazaar that was held at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church on Thursday and Friday evenings of last week was quite a success. A large crowd attended each night. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion. Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Gwynn have a fine son. Miss India Morgan and Mrs. Laura Hughes are able to be out again. The members and the pastor of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church are working hard getting ready for conference. SNOW HILL JOTTINGS [Special to The Afro-American Ledger.] Snow Hill, Md., March 19.—Miss Cleona Howell, of Philadelphia, came home Saturday to spend a few days with friends. Mrs. Bertie Robins and daughter Miss Cleona Robins of Synepuxent, Md., are home for a short stay. Captain W. E. Rounds is sick in one of the hospitals of Baltimore. Mr. Samree Tingle has gone back to Berlin, Md., after spending two weeks with his father. Rev. Asbury Marshall, of Pocomoke City preached at the M. Zion Baptist Church Sunday morning and Rev. J. E. Fields of Pittsburg, preached in the afternoon and night at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Collection for the day was $43.11. Rev. A. W. Puller, D. D., of Boston, Mass., was the guest of Rev. E. J. Henry a few days last week. The old maids' convention was held Wednesday night at the M. E. Church with a large attendance. Miss Ola Wilson has gone to Pocomoke City for a few days. Miss Ola Ginn, and Mr. Harry Rowely were married Monday night by Rev. E. J. Henry. Mr. and Mrs. George Edward Dale, and Mr. and Mrs. Lee Henry were guests of Mrs. Elsie Dale Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Harvie Wise, gave dinner Sunday in honor of the Rev. Fields, Rev. Marshall and Rev. E. J. Henry. Mr. Noah Scholfield is on the sick list. HARVE DE GRACE ITEMS Havre de Grace, Md., March 19. —The Havre de Grace entertaining company will present a play in the lecture room of St. James A. M. E. Church for the benefit of the church. The stewardesses of St. James A. M. E. Church gave a club rupper at the home of Mrs. Hattie Richardson. After a lingering illness, Mr. Wm. Dutton, 29 years of age, died Tuesday, March 10. Mr. Dutton had been a sufferer from tubercular trouble. He is survived by his mother, one sister and a brother. On Sunday, March 8, the funeral of Alfred Forman was held at St. James A. M. E. Church. He was a member of Maryland Lodge of Odd Fellows. Mrs. Maggie Jackson died Monday. HAGERSTOWN HAPPENINGS Hagerstown, Md., March 20. Rev. David Johnson is preaching a series of sermons on "The Prodigal Sun," illustrating incidents in his life from large pulpit paintings. Miss Lilly Saunders lies at the point of death at her home on High street. The public schools of Washington county are arranging to hold an educational conference on April 2nd. A number of prominent speakers are expected. Among whom are Dr. Ernest Lyon, of Baltimore and Dr. L. B Moor, of Howard University. Prof. Ben. Smith is supervisor of the colored schools of the county and is doing a very commendable work. Miss Cora Johnson is teaching at Williamsport, Md. Mr. Wilson Barum, one of our progressive young merchants may be seen daily in his handsome touring car. Mrs. Mattie Norris, of Chambersburg, Pa., paid a flying visit to her father, Mr. Edward Nelson. A mock session of Congress was held at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Monday and Tuesday nights. Miss Mary Nelson was speaker of the House and president of the Senate. Many bills were presented, Senators Vardaman and Hoke Smith were impersonated by Mrs. Mary Cooper and Mrs. Martha Franklin. They made a bitter attack upon the Negro. Rev. F. S. Dennis paid a visit to Hagerstown last week. Mrs. E. C. Wells who has completed a course in hair culture, manicuring and massaging has opened a beauty parlor at 7 W. Bethel street. CATONSVILLE NEWS special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Catonsville, Md., March 19.—Mrs. Lenora Henson was agreeably surprised last Tuesday night by a visit from her brother, Mr. Charles Hall of New York city. Mr. Oden Williams,Sr., who fell out of his wagon and fractured his ribs, is able to go about his work again. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Crawford were tendered a surprise Tuesday night by a committee of ladies and gentlemen, headed by Mrs. Alice Summerville and Mrs. Mary J. Harris. A purse containing nearly $10 was presented to them. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Barnes are receiving congratulations on the birth of a son. Mother and son are doing well. On Tuesday night, March 24 will be an election of trustees at Grace A. M. E. Church. Sunday evening class Oden Williams leader, was largely attended Sunday. A pink reception was given by the Progressive Club of Grace Church Thursday night under the leadership of Mrs. Frances Coe and Miss Mamie Williams. Miss Grace Hall was the guest Sunday of Mrs. Minnie Jackson. The Sunday school of Grace A. M. E. Church wishes to thank friends and all who attended the oyster supper on Thursday, March NEWS OF CAMBRIDGE special to the Afro-American Ledger.) Cambridge, Md., March 18—Sunday was Girl's Day at Waugh M. E. Church. The pastor preached in the morning and Rev. Callis in the afternoon. Superintendent Stephens has assigned Rev. Jolley to make the Maryland Day address to the Baltimore High School on Wednesday March 25. Mr. Spencer Nash is now collector and agent of the Mutual Benefit Society. Mr. Thomas Burley, a local preacher, is convalescing. A very successful show was given at Green's Opera House last Saturday. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER CONFIDENCE IN REV. GRAY At a largely attended meeting of the members of Psalmist Baptist Church, Riggs avenue and Woodyear street, held on Thursday March 12th, the following resolutions were read and unanimously adopted. Whereas: Rev. Junius Gray, our beloved pastor, has successfully led us from the time he became our pastor, until the present; and as a result of his leadership and his wisdom we have been enabled to build two churches that will stand as monuments to perpetuate his name to the rising generations. And Whereas: He has led his people not only in church work but has been a general race leader who has taken an active part in everything that has tended to build up his race and to make it great. And Whereas: He has won a reputation for himself for chastity, sobriety and ability not only among his own people but among all the people of this State and surrounding States. And Whereas: His reputation has never been impeached and we do not purpose to allow evil influences to deprive us of his services. And Whereas: We all take pleasure and pride in expressing our unswerving confidence in Rev. Junius Gray, our worthy pastor who for more than 13 years has labored unceasingly among his members. And Whereas: He has prayed and cared for the sick, the afflicted and the distressed. He has been with us in our sorrows and successes. And Whereas:He has ministered the last sad rites over our departed dead ones. His Christian fortitude and zealousness on behalf of our people has been strickingly displayed on innumerable occasions And Whereas:It is the character of men which gives abiding place and value to their work, Rev. Junius Gray deserves the reverence of his race, because he has brought a good heart as well as a strong head and as with an iron hand to the service of mankind. Therefore be it Resolved: That we band ourselves together as true Christian soldiers and pledge our little means and our sacred honor to stand by him until the dark clouds of spitefulness and revengefulness have passed into utter oblivion Be it further Resolved; That the above document be entered upon the minutes of our Church and to be published in all the daily and weekly newspapers in our city. And we pray that the God of heaven to come and remove the evil spirits from the hearts and minds of all those who are trying to bring about the destruction of this Apostle of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Your Committee on Resolutions: Mrs. Bertie Savage Mrs. Mary Robinson Mrs. Estella Dunaway Mrs. Edna Simmons Miss Fannie Davis Mrs. Bertha Ward Miss Mary Boston Mrs. Mary Scott Mrs. Agnes Lewis Mrs. Lillian Parsley, Rev Presley Cockerell, Deacon Shedrick Harden Deacon Samuel Hains Deacon Charles Estap Deacon Walter Hall Deacon Wm. Hammond Mr. Grafton Dunaway Mr. William Hope Mr. George Carroll Mr. Robert Hickman Rev. E. Winston, chairman Mrs. Annie Estep, Sec. PSALMIST BAPTIST CHURCH These are the members who have given their word to stand by their church and pastor. James Lewis Ernest Harvey Presley Cockrell William E. Hammon Elijah Winston Samuel Harris Shedrick Harding Charles Estep Frank Randolph Clarence Hudnall Alexander Jones Chester Ealy John E. Gray Walter Hall TRUSTEES Cornelious Lewis Robert Hickman Charles Gray P. Cockrell J. Lewis Wm. E. Hammond BOARD OF USHE George Carroll Henry Taylor Ernest Summers Frank Martin James Pearl William Hope Edward Baily Fred Jornan Leon Williams William Valentine Sidney Booker William Paterson William Jackson Joseph Locklear J. L. Dobbins J. H. Miller Crafton Dunway Dennis Gross Thomas Blake Willis Reed Solomon Carpenter Charles Fallin Arthur Hall SISTERS Addie Ealy Laura Reed Alice Custis Charlott Randall Virginia Jackson Lucy Stovall Mary Williams Silvia Stovall, No. 1 Katie Randolph Silvia Stovall, No. 2 Susan Smith Nannie Pratt Marie Wander Maggie Burk Susie Otney Ella Pearl Mary Brown Pauline Waller Irene Cockrell Estella Dunway Edna Wear Maggie Gray Bessie Miller Clara Honby Annie Wells Emma Walker Mary L. Boston Rosa Green Matilda Hickman Fannie Dobbins Lillian Parsley Estella Hope Annie Harris Mattie Taylor Corine Harris Hattie Snowden Rebecca Stansbury Secelia Carroll Kattie Griffin Drusilla Williams Carrie Sampson Annie Estep Martha Carpenter Lillian Gray Annie R. Spencer Mary Hall Luvinia Lewis Ida Johnson Bell Robinson Rosa Lane Gertrude Hall Sophia Jones Virginia Jones Sarah Harris, No. 1 Annie Frazer Fannie Gray Mary Scott Minnie Brooks Annie Mitchell Rebecca Gross Louisa Nelson Eliza Holland Edith Minith Edena Watkins Annie McGuire Mary Peck Fannie Davis Mary Robinson Agnes Lewis Elizabeth Lawson Edna Summers Florence Jackson Gertrude Galway Rachel Carr Rosa Lewis Mamie Johnson Bertha Ward Mamie Galway Mamie Dougless Bertie Savage Abbie Toliver OLIVER J. CAULK House Painting Glazing, Graining Enameling Floors Stained-Varnished or Waxed. Leaky RoofsCemented and Painted. near Lafayette Ave. Meals served at all hours. Table board a specialty. Prompt and polite service. Breakfast from 6.30 to 9 A.M. Don't forget to stop in and get your oysters Fried or Stewed Facial Massage, Wet and Dry Shampoo Scalp Treatment, Manicuring Address: 1814 Drmid Hill Avenue Residential Calls M. TREGOR & SONS Superior Hair Dressing ...PRINCESS COMB AND HEATER... 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BEAUTY PARLOR MRS. HELEN ASH-JOHNSON Hair Culture, Massaging, Straightening Manicuring, Dyeing. 1317 N. CAREY STREET Office Hours: 8 A. M. to 7 P. M. Phone: Madison 3551 M. Other hours by appointment. LAMP CAP Unequalled for softening and beauty, the hair and promotes a luxurious growth, guaranteed to be free from all injurious chemicals and should be used as the most proper hair Dressing for Ladies and children DIRECTION—Rub thoroughly into the hair and comb hair to suit style. Prices of Superior Hair Dressing in the known original red bozes: Large boxes, 25c. Single box, 15c., orteree by mail, 25c. Medium red tin box single 25c. Oruered by mail, 40c should keep this Superior Hair Dressing in stock next store for it or write direct to us. Wholesale sent on application. EGOR & SONS umb, $1.00. Heater 50c extra will be malled with every order. EGOR & SONS Writers of Perfumeries and Toilet Articles Baltimore, Md. Washington, D. C. EKEA COMB PRICE $1.50 Camp Cap For Heating. 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Walker's guaranteed to grow hair half an inch a art or stubby or in w condition the scaly children's hair and sclap or Saturdays from --- Afro-American Co. J. H. MURPHY, Manager. C. & P. Phone, Mt Vernon 2833. UP-TOWN OFFICE: 1320 Druid Hill Avenue. O & P. Phone, Madison 842. Payable In Advance One Year..... One Dollar Six Months..... Fifty Cents Three Months..... Forty Cents Single Copy..... Three Cents Postage Prepaid by Publishers. Outside of the United State the price is double. Entered at the Baltimore Post Office second-class matter We are not responsible for the return or preservation of unsolicited contributions on any subject. All articles sent to this office for publication, must have the writer's signature or otherwise such article will be ignored. Oburches and others having news notices will please have the same in the office by Tursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communication, in the office by noon on Wednesdays. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEDGER, 628 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Md. Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION BALTIMORE, MARCH . 21 1914 THE MAKING OF A PEOPLE A great deal is involved in making a good book. The erection of a magnificent edifice is attended with far more genuine labor, intellectual, and otherwise, than is generally supposed. Certainly, the making of a race of people is an effort which can not easily be described in words. Of the greatness of the task, we must form some idea from the history of race. The Jewish people, for example, is rich in illustrations. From the call of Abraham to the zenith of glory in the time of King Solomon we have many and varied pictures full of intense interest. The dragging of the Negro here in chains, and the thrilling experiences, and wonderful achievements that have steadily followed this first introduction to this day ought to force both the eye and heart upward for the real meaning of the strange phenomena. Such a look, not an idle gaze, but one of faith and inquiry, will find its reward in increasing faith and vision. Real living pictures will present themselves. The Almighty who made the world out of nothing, and who putteth down one and setteth up another, will clearly be discerned in making a new people, out of what some may call the scum of the earth, that in the richness and resourcefulness of the new creation, the world may have an added witness to the sovereignty of the Most High. The great Architect, in the making of a people, works with the materials at hand. He works together with those who are to be fashioned according to the specifications in the eternal mind. He does not work without them. It is necessary to firmly believe that the Almighty is working in and through what we sometimes call the 'race problem.' With such a firm belief, our whole attitude is changed. We start out with victory assured. We can not spell defeat. To do so, would be a down right denial of the leading and guiding of an unerring Hand. One of the chief purposes, if not the real one, in the disciplinary experiences which have descended upon us, all the way, since the first black man pressed his feet upon earth in the New World, is to lift us up to God. The moment we sincerely and truly appreciate that 'vain is the help of man,' that very moment the real element of --- strength will energise and dominate our lives. Israel of old could have gotten to the Promised Land sooner if only it had the mind and heart to obey. What was true of Israel is true of us today. How soon we shall be delivered from our enemies is almost entirely dependent upon our attitude to Him who is calling us to "go forward." The Red Sea may be directly in front of us, and the Egyptians in our rear, but we have but one thing to do, and that is "go forward." And going forward means for us, that the chief and overwhelming desire which should dominate our hearts is perfect and unquestioned obedience to the moral and spiritual law of the Almighty, in sincerity and truth. We may do everything else, but unless we do this one thing with all our hearts, we shall remain in the wilderness. And it is no use to cry unto the Almighty unless this one thing we do. He will refer us to the real "go" which in the secret chambers of our hearts we worship. Y. M. C. A. PLEDGES Y. M. C. A. PLEDGES It is now more than a year since certain pledges were made to the building fund of the Young Mens' Christian Association, and there are not a few which have not been honored. It is not a small matter, but a very great one. Men who regard not a vow towards God will scarcely think much of their word to one another. Without honor and confidence there can be no real progress. Peter, in addressing Annanias, told him that he had not "lied unto man, but unto God." And, as strong as is the language, the same principle is equally true when applied in the present case. No one was compelled to promise a certain amount. It was a deliberative act. It was a promise to pay a certain amount of money, by a certain time, for work to be done in the name of, and for God. Those who have failed have not sustained their honor towards God. And, in such failure have brought reproach and shame upon the cause of God. There is Seventy-Five Thousand Dollars waiting to be turned over to the authorities of the Y. M. C. A. just as soon as they have in hand fifteen thousand dollars of the Thirty Thousand dollars which Christian men, in the sight of God solemnly said they would pay over by a certain time. Is it not a crying shame upon those who hold back this money, when so many of their brethren, of the same worldly circumstances as them,selves, have long ago honored their word? There is no obligation resting upon those who have failed to pay of a more serious and binding nature, than the one resting upon them in connection with the Y. M. C. A. work. If there were genuine love to God, if there were a keen appreciation of Christian principle, their consciences would have no rest until they could look up and say "Our Father" in sincerity and truth. Woe to the man who slips from under the obligation he has made to God! All the forces of nature are in the hands of the Almighty; sickness, disease, poverty, and disgrace are all in His hands, who says "Vengeance is mine I will repay." He may forgive the transgressor, but the penalty for a presumptious breaking of His law of honest and faithful dealing must be satisfied. Pay God what is His, repent of your remisness, and supplicate Him to turn from you chastisement. Send the money in at once. To longer withhold at, is to retain the "accursed thing." That you have promised is "kept back," and while it abides with you, you can not be right with God. THREE OPPOSITE ENDS OF A TELESCOPE A very learned and resourceful man is Pastor W. T. Russell of New York. He exhibits his knowledge in lectures to his parishioners on such subjects as "Is the Negro a Beast," where he wanders thru a maze of logic and biblical citations arriving finally at the conclusion—the Negro is not a beast. For this contribution, the Negro at last certain of historical proofs of his membership in the human family is doubtless grateful, after all the Negro can not be very far from a beast, Pastor Russell submits it is foolishness that nobody believes, that any Negro is equal to any white man, and again, every Negro would like to be a white man. We auspect that Pastor Russell is less interested in the Negro than in procuring the attendance of his members and their interest in his utterances. Herein lies his resourcefulness. B. L. Putman Weale, author of several books on the Far East notes with some alarm in his "Conflict of Color" the fellowing facts as he has ascertained them: The Black THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER races double their numbers in forty years, the Brown and yellow in sixty and the white in eighty years. In other words these races increase 100 percent in forty, sixty and eighty years respectively Secondly The darker races outnumber the whites roughly in a rate of two to one. Continuing to increase at the present rate, the number in Africa alone will advance from one hundred to three hundred million in this century. Thirdly Not in numbers alone but in education and material progress—the modern touchstones to success—the darker races are progressing rapidly. In this lies the menace. The accident of climate which has given the white race such an impetus in civilization is in a fair way to be overcome. European thousands that are dominating millions in Africa, Asia and Australia will be compelled not only to relinguish hold on these possessions, but must struggle to maintain a position of supremacy among the races of the world. SEGREGATION Is It Based On Inferiority? It is conceded that the Afro-American contingent of the American population is descended from Ham It is openly and freely asserted, most frequently by a certain element of the present administration at Washington, that the numbers of the superior white race should not be compelled to work in the government service, in juxtaposition to the members of the inferior Negro race. This assertion is based on the alleged inferiority of the colored employees, an inherent inferiority, simply because they are sons of Ham. This inferiority if inherent, lies in the race variety as such, in the physical or mental attribute of the members of the race, in their mode of living both in their relation to community ideals and moral standards, or in their comparative skill displayed in the performance of specific assigned tasks. Let us look at this question of inherent inferiority because of race variety. We will waive the scriptural testimony upon this point, because working it would dispose of the whole argument when we quote from the Bible, that "of one blood God made all the nations of the earth," and thus declared all men to be the children of one Father, and made us all members of one common brotherhood inherently alike in blood and therefore alike in the transmissible characteristics of the human family. What are the indications of inferiority? Upon what evidence is the conclusion reached that one race is superior, while another is inferior? Surely color shades in the epidermis or hair textures do decide these questions, because it is the daily observation of the open minded that genius and skill, and power, know neither race, color, sex, or size. Patriots and statesmen, artists and sculptors, literary geniuses and masters of mechanics, poets and philosophers, have sprung from every race, of every color, in every clime, in every age. Before the present branches of the dominant race had even begun their remarkable development, before the building of London, or Paris, or Rome, or Athens, black men had a civilization which was not only great, but from which the present day civilization has been evolved naturally and legitimately. In the very ancient days Babylon in the far East, Memphis and Thebes toward the South, Tyre Sidona and Jericho in Asia Minor, were the great centers of civilization. From the excavations and discoveries around the ruins of these ancient cities, it is being demonstrated that they were built by the sons of Ham. Greece gave credit for her alphabet and much of her language to the Phoenicians, who were Hamites. Athens received her inspiration for art and sculpture from the Egyptians another branch of the Hamitic family; while Rome borrowed much of her law from the Hamites of Chaldea. The beginnings of language and art, of commerce and the crafts of architecture and engineering, are thus traceable directly to the Hamitic civilization of ancient days. If such achievements as this be the evidences of inferiority, then to the colorphobists make the most of them. A CHANGE FOR THE BETTER It is gratifying to note that a Massachusetts assistant secretary of the treasury has revoked the order of his Virginian predecessor which "segregated" the colored employees of the department. Mr. Hamlin is a Democrat and so is John Skelton Williams, but there are Democrats and Democrats: Mr. Hamlin represents Massachusetts Democracy but in a larger sense he represents Massachusetts tt There are other points of difference between Hon. Charles S. Hamlin and Hon. John Skelton Williams upon which we need not dwell. The battle for fair treatment of the colored employees in the Washington departments is not ended. There is a bill in committee which systematizes segregation. Mr. Hamlin's action in reversing the Williams order of compelling 300 colored employees of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to eat their luncheons in a room never intended for such a purpose and not big enough to hold a third of that number, is a precedent that should be very helpful to the opponents of the segregation bill.—Boston Transcript. WORK AND WORRY. Worry never did a thing That was worth the while All a world of worrying Ever made a heart to sing Or a lip to smile. Worry wraps herself in woe, Worry bows her head— Worry never sees the glow Where the lights of morning grow In the sky ahead. Work has won the victories In the stress of strife; Work has crossed the stormy seas, Work has solved the mysteries In the lore of life. Work has never time for tears While there's more to do— Work, upon the path of years, As the golden goal appears, Sees some goal anew. Worry sits with folded hands— Work is on its way. Worry lingers on the sands— Work discovers larger lands In the dawning day. Worry weeps and worry sighs Over broken toys— Work looks up with beaming eyes To the newer, bluer skies And a path of joys. Work and worry travel near, You who seek the goal. One with voice and visage drear, One with heart and face of cheer And unconquered soul. Worry in her mourning dressed Work in garb of glee. Walk beside at your behest— Which of these upon your quest Shall your comrade be? —Douglas Malloch EASTON NEWS Easton, Md., March 19. Mrs. Misoura Parson of 214 S. Hanson street is now greatly improved after an illness of one year. Mr. Lewis Copper has just arrived home from Franklin Hospital, Baltimore, after being there for one week. Mrs. Edna Wright of Ivytown, Md., daughter of Mr. Mordica Young died Saturday, March 14th, at her father's residence. Mr. John Bantom, of Graham street had a fall some few months past and he is now suffering greatly with pains from the effects. Mr. Alfred Smith, of 132 W. Port street is now very sick with Brights disease. Mr. Daniel Dobson of 214 E. Talbot street is quite sick. Mrs. Susan Rideout of Unionville, Md., went to the Easton Emergency Hospital Thursday for a complication of diseases. Mrs. Susan Williams of 112 Vine street while going home from church recently sprained her ankle. Mrs. Mary Gross of 145 Dickerson street held a grand entertainment at Bethel A. M. E. Church Monday which was quite a success: SOUTH BERLIN (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) South Berlin, Md., March 19.—Sunday was a fine day, the services were well attended both morning and evening. The collection was good. The pastor is nearly paid up for this year and expecting to return from the conference which meets in Wilmington. The Sunday School is in a fine condition under the supervision of Mr. Riley Briddell, superintendent. Mrs. Ellen Robbins is on the sick list. Mrs. N. Henry is also on the sick list. Mr. Isaac Crippen of Norwalk, Conn., is home with his brother, Mr. William C. Crippen. Mr. Samuel J. Tingle who has been visiting his father for the last two weeks has returned to his position. Prof. Heman Pitts who has been sick in Delaware is much improved. Mr. William C. Crippen has purchased a lot for his new building which is soon to be erected. 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. The fourth quarterly conference of St. Matthews M. E. Church was held Tuesday night, March 17. Rev. P. W. Hays, superintendent, presided. The conference was honored with the presence of Mrs. D. W. Hays, Wm. Brown and Rev. Wm. Brown, pastor of Ageward M. E. Church. The Lutherville reports from Ladies Aid, Trustees, Superintendent of Sunday School and Stewards were fine. After the conference ice cream and cake were served. Rev. R. A. Green, pastor; Rev. D. W. Hays, district superintendent. VACCINATION CRUSADE' "Clean-up and get vaccinated" is the slogan of the Health Department since the recent small pox outbreak. With placards telling of the proximity of the disease in nearly every section of the city, the order has gone forth that everybody should be vaccinated as a protection. In tenement houses notices have been posted ordering that filth and dirt be removed, with the warning that arrests will follow non-compliance. MRS. HUGHES DEAD Word has been received in the city of the death of Mrs. Josephine Hughes, of 1830 S. Carlisse street, Philadelphia. She leaves a husband, Edgar Hughes, and a son. Mrs. Samuel Rozier, of 694 W. Mulberry street, is a sister of the deceased. WEDDING ANNOUNCED Cards are out announcing the marriage of Miss A. Serena Grooma to Mr. George A. Knox of New Haven, Conn., Wednesday evening, March 25, at 243 Ferry street, New Haven, Conn. MR. CARROLL RETURNS HOME Mr. N. M. Carroll, Jr., who has been sick for several months at the residence of his father, Rev. N. M. Carroll, 334 S. Caroline street, has returned to his home in Atlantic City. He was treated by Dr. W. H. Wright one of the most skillful physicians of the city and went away greatly improved. Mr. Carroll had been sick in Atlantic City for two years. His improvement under Dr. Wright in such a short time is wonderful. BOARD EXPRESS APPRECIATION The Board of Directors of Provident Hospital express its appreciation for the contribution of $11.35 donated by Mrs. Margaret Iler, Mrs. Esther Richardson,Mrs. Sadie Beam and Mrs. Mary Pinder committee of the Woman's Relief Core No, 10 of the Grand Army Republic. A PRETTY WEDDING Mr. Robert Gantt and Miss Ozella Wilson, daughter of Mrs. Eliza Wilson, of 403 E 24th street, were married at the home of the bride's mother, Thursday evening of last week, by Rev. Joseph Gwynn assisted by Rev. Robert A. Green. The bride was handsomely attired in a white brocade satin robe trimmed with chiffon and pearl and carried a bouquet of bridal roses. The veil was fastened with a wreath of pearls and diamonds. The bride is organist of Oak Street A. M. E. Church and the groom is employed by the Pennsylvania railroad. The happy couple will reside with the bride's parents at the above address. Miss Mamie James was bridesmaid and wore white embroidered chiffon and Mr. Coleman Gantt was best man. Mildred Ozella Dorsey was flower girl. FUNERAL OF MRS. BOSTON The funeral services of Mrs. Mamie Boston, wife of Rev. J. M. Boston were held Thursday, March 12, from Mt. Olivet A. M. E. Church, Butlertown. The deceased ed was 34 years of age. After a brief illness of one week, she passed away, leaving a testimony of a well spent life—doing good in her quiet unassuming way. Her sudden demise came as a very great shock to all who knew her. She leaves a husband father, sisters, two children and a host of friends to mourn their loss. Rev. R. E. Ford, presiding elder Easton district, officiated and eulogized beautifully the life of the deceased. Mr. Charles Wright sang very effectively "Will the Circle be Unbroken" Remarks made by Rev. J. R. Holland, pastor of Janes M. E. Church, Chestertown and Rev. Nathaniel Tillman. Rev. J. A. Young, Bethel Church, Chestertown, acted as master of ceremonies. DR. J. W. PIERSON SCORES MINISTERS FOR TRYING TO STOP ADVANCEMENT OF YOUNGER ORGANIZATIONS We are sorry to say that there is a spirit existing in our city that compulsory must be the prevailing principle in the religious world. There are many religious organizations in this world that are supposed or intended to be for the helping of human beings toward the goal of God, they are understood to be established for that purpose. But how many men who desire to save souls are willing to say 'God speed you on your journey, to any organization outside of their own.' He who rally loves his fellowman and who really deserves to uplift them, feels as a mother of a child would feel if she knew her child was asleep in a burning building. She would say God bless you all and speed you on for saving the life of her child. As she hurried to the scene she would care not whether it was a licensed fireman, a passerby, friend or foe, just so her child was saved. How many such clergymen have we in the world today? The clergymen of older organizations show no heartfelt joy when the clergymen of younger organizations increase their membership; "though one goal awaits both," and there is no more generous spirit shown by the former than the latter. Clergymen of the old organizations seem to be crying to their child in the burning building: 'You must burn alive or be saved by me alone; you must distrust all who seek to reach you before me.' The clergymen who seeks to shut themselves in from all others who are doing the same work are not showing the mother spirit. There is a beautiful young man, with beautiful ideas and purposes who has sacrificed his time, thought and money in the establishment of the Emergency Association and a printing company, and we know that he with his followers must suffer injustice which will be meted out by all who oppose. There is much talk of the demeteralization of the devil who exist in many forms on earth. These are three of his devilish characteristics: jealousy, selfishness and personal egotism. When they send forth their shafts they create trouble and confusion for a time, even for God's elect. Such shafts have been directed to the clergymen of the Emergency and the Mt. Bethel Associations. Yet it was said that they were not after the Mt. Bethel Association, but so long as they christianized, elevated and saved they would live and have blessings, joy and the peace that passeth all understanding to go with them.—Adt. RENTER CHURCH The members and congregation of Wayman Mem. A. M. E. Church have reentered the church which was damaged by fire sometime ago and are holding services in the basement. By the faithful efforts of the pastor and people the church will soon be in better condition than ever. We are very grateful to our friends for any contribution they may give. Rev. J. P. Martin has given $2. All contributions may be sent to the pastor. Rev. J. C. McEaddy 1334 Carroll street, Baltimore. TENDERED A RECEPTION Mr. and Mr. Frank Richardson tendered a going away reception to Miss Alice Holmes, of New York city at their residence, 531 N. Central avenue. The guests were ushered into the beautifully decorated dining room, where they were served with the delicacies of the season after which dancing was indulged in until the small hours of the morning. Music was furnished by Prof. Newton and Prof. Carters' Orchestras. Mr. Harry Vodery was coastmaster. FUNERAL OF MR. WALKER The funeral of Gassaway Walker, who died at his late home, 602 N. Caroline street was held Thursday afternoon. Rev. G. E. Curry officiated assisted by Rev. A. L. Gaines. The pallbearers were white employees of Greenwald's Packing House, where the deceased had been employed for many years. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery. Robert A. Elliott had charge of the funeral arrangements. The deceased was born in this city 53 years ago. He is survived by his wife and one brother. Members of the Afro-American Order of Owles crowded St. Paul M. E. Church last Friday night, the occasion being the annual sermon to the order by the pastor, Rev. S. H. Norwood. His sermon teemed with good advice to the assembled lodgemen. HARP—Sacred to the memory of our dear father and my husband Benj. R. Harp, who departed this life one year ago, March 18, 1913. Gone from earth, with its suffering and pain Quiet the heart.so loving and true Finished life work so bravely done, Folded the hands once so eager to do. Gone from his home once so happy, Leaving an emptiness, darkness, dispair; Gone to the better land, whence none return, Safe in the beautiful mansion there. Loved in life, and in death remembered. By his devoted wife and children. GASKINS—Departed this life Feb February 23, 1914, at his late residence Wardtown, Northampton Co., Virginia Mr. Henry Gaskins, beloved father of of Mrs. Rachel G, Perdleton of West Lanvale street. WHITE—In sad but loving memory of my dear husband. Addison White who departed this life two years-rgo today March 17, 1912. Gone but not forgotten. The midnight moon is shining Upon his silent grave Hisleepes and I cannot wake him The one I could not save By his loving wife Maggie White WELLS—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, Henry Wells who died four years ago, March 20, 1910. The month of March once more is here To me the saddest of the year Because it took away from me The one that I loved so dear By his wife Mary Wells AGNES—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband John W, Jones, who departed this life 3 years ago March 16, 1911. Gone but not forgotten. Dear husband we shall meet again Wheres the saints of all ages in harmony meet Their Savior and brethren transported to greet; While the anthem of rapture unceasingly roll. And the smile of the Lord is the feast of the soul SMITH—In sad but loving remembrance of my daughter and our sister Mary A. Smith, who died 26 years ago March 19, 1888. Twenty six long years with all its changes Since death strangely bade us part Cannot take thee from my memory Nor thy image from my heart, O could I open wide the grave And see thy face once more And hear thy voice is all I crave As in the days of yore. By her mother, Laura E. Smith and sisters and brothers MURRAY—In loving remembrance of our dear father, Jacob, who departed this life five years ago, March 19th, 1808. How hard we tried to save him Prayers and tears were all in vain Angel happy came and bore him From this world of toil and pain We often sit and think of you When we are all alone For memory is the only friend That we can call its own Alone in the silent grave yard Neath the sod and the dew Never for one moment forgotten In sorrow we think of you A beautiful life is ended A dear father laid to rest Safe in the arms of Jesus Safe on her gentle breast By his Loving wife and children DOWNS—In sad but loving remembrance of James A. Downs, who departed this life Thursday, March 16, 1911 at L30 p. m., in full triumph of faith We shall meet but how we miss him There is a vacant chair We shall linger to caress him When we say our evening prayer By his loving mother brothers and sisters HEMSLEY—In sad memory of my dear husband and our father, Alexander Hemsley, who passed from life unto reward one year ago, March 19, 1913 That voice in the afternoon came He started up to hear A mortal arrow pierced his frame He fell but felt no fear Tranquil amid alarms It found him on the field A veteran slumbering on his arms Beneath his red cross shield. The pains of death are past Labor and sorrow ceased And life's long warfare closed at last His soul is found in peace, By his family Mrs. E. V. Hemsley and children The family of the late Mrs. Hester Dorsey, who died Friday, March 6, desires to thank the many friends for the many evidences of sympathy and floral tokens. Her funeral was held at Allen A. M E. Church. By her husband and children. The family of the late Minnie Williams desires to thank the hosts of friends who sent messages of condolence, floral tokens and in other ways showed their deep sympathy during our sad hours. By her mother, Mrs. William Lewis. TUSKEGEE INTSTITUTE .SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS. FIFTH ANNUAL SESSION June 22. to July 17. 1914 Over 400 Teachers Present Last Summer "THE GARDEN OFDREAMS" Come one, come all, both great and small to see and hear the Beautiful Cantata entitled "THE DAWN OF LIGHT" In two parts, which will be rendered By the Students of Trinity A. M. E. Sunday School Easter Sunday, April 12th, 1914, at 8 P. M. sharp Under the direction of Mr. Wm. Martin. Superintendent of Junior Dept. FULL ORCHESTRA SILVER OFFERING AT DOOR- Thomas J. Holliday, Supt. Rev. L. C. Curtis, Pastor FUN! FUN! FUN! MASQUERADE DANCE Benefit of Provident Hospital FRIDAY NIGHT, MARCH 27, 1914 GALILEAN FISHERMEN'S HALL GIVEN BY THE LADIES' AUXILIARY Miss Annabel Wilson, Chairman Mrs. Edw. M. Peck, Secretary Mrs. Albert Peck, Treasurer Cards of Admission 25 Cents - Kerr's Orchestra ..A Grand Choral Concert.. will Be Given By The CHOIR OF BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Avenue and Lanvale Street SUNDAY EVENING, MARCH 22nd AT 8 P. M., SHARP The Choir Will be Ably Assisted By Mr. ULYSSES G. CHAMBRES, Organist J. W. Brown, Director Prof. Chas. E. Dungee, Organist REV. L. S. FLAGG, Pastor A SILVER OFFERING IS POSITIVELY REQUESTED AN EVENING OF SONG By the Mendelssohn Choral Oratorio Society At Waters A. M. E. Church Aisquith st. nr. Jefferson Sunday, March 29, 1914 8 O'CLOCK P. M. Under the Auspices of the W. M. M. Society of Waters Church Mr. W. L. Wilson, Director Miss A. Lawson, Organist Mr. T. Gantt, chairman Mr. H. Brent, President Rev. A. L. Gaines, Pastor POSITIVELY SILVER OFFERING Mrs. M. L. Gaines, Pres. W. M. M. S. Mrs. Hallie Anderson, Sec. THE FRIENDLY PROGRESSIVE'S AWAKING SPRING DANCE AT THE FISHERMEN'S AUDITORIUM FROM 8 P.M. TO 1.30 A.M. MONDAY EVENING, MARCH 30th, 1914 Presenting Dr. Kerr, the Little Music Master, and his Ideal Orchestra will Play as They never played before. Ed. L. Slater, Chairman James P. Chase, Secretary James H. Wise, Treasurer ADMISSION 25 CENTS "Remember this and show yourself a man." E. Church, Sunday, March 29th, 1914. Rogers Avenue and East Lexington Street 11 A. M.--Sermon by Rev. D. W. Hayes, D.D., District Superintendent Baltimore District. 3.00 P. M.--Platform Meeting by the Local Preacher's Associations. 8.00 P. M.--There will be a Platform Meeting, at which time addresses will be delivered by Mr. H. O. Wilson, Manager of the Mutual Benefit Society; Dr. Edward Short and Attorney W. C. McCard. Interspersed with Musical Selections by some of the Best Talent of the City. John G. Bantum, President Clarence Smith, Secretary Josiah Fisher, Musical Director James C. Bantum, Organist Rev. George E. Curry, Pastor The Wonderful Juvenile Troubadours Mr. L. Ellsworth Toomey, Director With Mme. Lillian Stewart Johnson and Mr. T. Henderson Kerr Magnetic Soprano Violin Soloist Sharp Street Mem. M.E. Church, Sunday Night, March 22nd, 1914 STOP LOOK LISTEN READ Boys come to Centennial M. E. Church Sunday, March 22, for the 2nd annual Boys Day to hear the excellent program exclusively prepared by boys. Patrons—Boys Clubs of Sharp St. M. E. Church, Waters A. M. E. Church, Metropolitan, Macedonia, Eden St. Lutheran Church. Leadenhall St. Church, First Baptist Church, Asbury Church, Perkins Square Church All boys of the city are invited to join in the great procession. Services all day. Bernard Harris, president; Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, superintendent; Rev. N. M. Carroll, pastor. Easter Concert and Ball, Easter Monday, April 13th, at St. Peter Claver's Hall North Carey street near Pressman. Music by the Parish Band, Matinee Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Admission to all 10 cents Adult ticket at night, 8 to 12 p.m., 25 cents $5 will be distributed in prizes. Austin Burgess, chairman Chester Stevens, vice chairman Mrs. Agnes Addison Cooper, secretary Joseph Lyles, assistant secretary Rev. Jas. J. Nally, pastor and treasurer The family of Mrs. Frances W. Hawkins, whose funeral took place at St. Barnabas Catholic Church last Friday morning, desire to thank those who showed their interest and sympathy. Mrs. Hawkins was 47 years of age. Try an "AD" With Us We Bring RESULTS THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER At 7.30 p.m., the Annual Sermon will be preached to the Grand Court of Calanthe of N. A., S. A., E.A., A. & A at their Thanksgiving Service at St. John's A. M. E. Church, March 22 at 8 p. m., by Rev. J. A. Briscoe. Rosa J. Richardson, G. W. C. Hatt.e Kane, G. R. of D. A Sermon will be preached to the Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church, cor Caroline and McElderry streets, Sunday, March 22 at 3.30 p. m. by Rev. Aquilla Brooks. Mrs. Patience Harris, president Mrs. Lucy Noel, vice president Mrs. Mary L. Stewart, treasurer Mrs. Carrie J. Alston Rev. P. C. Neal, pastor The Universal Methodist Episcopal Church of Christ Institution Announce to the general public the occasion of the Grand Acorn Rally Day on the 6th Sunday, March 25th. We earnestly request the cooperation of all friends and well wishers that we may make this rally a grand success. Services 11 a, m, sermon by Rev. Alfred Conquest of Pilgrim Baptist church. His congregation will be present 3 p. m., sermon by Rev. George Hooper. His choir and congregation will be pres' ent with us. 8 p. m., sermon by Rev. Aquilla Brooks. Waters Boy Vesper Choir will furnish music for this service. Dr. G·W. Kennard, Pastor 1,000 people wanted at Water's A.M. E. Church Sunday, March 22, at 8 p.m. to be made happy by that great spiritual sermon which will be preached by one of the members of the ushers board of the church to the ushers. Come, see and hear this great man, he is a wonder. All ushers of different churches are invited. Wm. H. Wilson. Pres. H. A. Stanley, Sec'y. Rev. A. L. Gaines, Pastor. GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Dolphin and Etting Sts. Rev. W. E. Williams, D. D., Minister The Manse, 623 W. Lanvale St. 11 a.m., Sermon by minister. 3.00 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Sermon by minister. Seats free All welcome Lecture and Prayer Service every Wednesday, 8 p. m. Mrs. Eulalia Reid Calloway Directress Miss Margaret Rusk, Organist. Wm: Anderson, Supt. Pennsylvania Avenue A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Rev. J. W. MacDonald, D. D. Pastor 11 a. m. sermon by Rev. J.H.Robir- son, D. D. 2.80 p m., Sunday School W. W. Brown. Supt. 3.20 p. m., sermon by Rev. Robert H Green of Fountain Baptist Church. His choir and congregation. 4 p. m. Union class by all Leaders. 6 p. m. Varick C. E. Society. J. B Alkins, President. 7.30 p. m., Special sermon on "Odd Fellowship" by Dr. J. W. MacDonald P. N. T. to Zerrubabel Lodge No.1187 G. U. O. of F. and several sister All friends invited John Wesley A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Has moved to 1708 E. Orleans street near broadway Rev. Wm. J. Robinson, Pastor Formerly of Bridgetown, Pa. Preachers' Day 9 a. m. Class meeting. 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. G. S. Smith Subj., Headlight. 2 p. m. Sunday School. W. R. Nixon, Supt. 3 p. m., sermon by Rev. J. B. Watkins. Subj., Physicians. 6.30 p. m. V. E. L. 8 p. m. Preaching by Rev. S. Jones Subject, Power All are cordially invited 71H DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Robert St. G. L. Rodgers, Pastor. Services every Sabbath—Saturday 10 a. m., Sabbath School 11.80 a. m., preaching service 3. p. m., Vesper Services Special services Sunday night. 8 p.m. Subj., "The one memorial of the Res- surection." All questions answered. Excellent praise service. All invited. Woman's Day Rally Rev. A. Young will preach the Great Judgment Day Sermon at King's Hill Sunday, March 22, at 11 a. m. At Asbury M. E. Church a special sermon will be preached by Rev. U. G. Cumm ngs in the interest of the Conference Claims, Sunday, March 22, at 3 p. m. All organizations, choirs and congregations are invited. Misses Emma Jankins, pres., Priscilla White, secy, Mrs. Mattie Pinder, Treas Rev. Geo E. Curry, pastor. MT. NEBO UNION A.M.E. CHURCH 27th and Fox streets 27th and Fox streets Rev. H. I. Tilghman, Pastor Residence 119 20th street M. Vernon 3288 M 11 a. m., preaching by Rev.R, L. Williams 3 p. m., Rev.D. C. E. D. Brown of St. Luke's Church. His chair will sing 4 p. m., Union class meeting led by Bros. W. Price and A Whyet 6 p. m., Children's service 7 p. m., Spencer's League 8 p. m., The pastor will preach. subject Political and Social Purity. Revival every night until April 5 Thursday night Woman's Night Mrs H. C. Smith. Gen'l Sec. A Woman's Exchange has been opened at the C X. W. C. A. Hand made articles at reasonable rates are always on sale. Mrs. Kate Brown, Chr. THE TRUE WAY This is the way walk ye in it. The St. James Lodge, No. 2 G. U. O. of Chaldeans will give a collation at the Fisherman's Hall, second floor front, 411 W. Biddle street on Tuesday evening, March 24, 1914. As this is a well known number of the order, it needs no recommendation as caring for the sick and burying the dead. And we feel that this is the true way. Therefore, we have published tickets for the sum of 25 cents. Any person not over 46 years of age, and in good health, good character, can become a member of this order within 60 days. Tickets can be purchased at 1713 Druid Hill avenue, Brother C. H. Lowery; W. L., Sister Anna P. Jordan, 618 Pitcher street; W. A. L., Sister Eliza S. Young, 1146 Argyle avenue; treasurer, Sister Baskerville, 1823 Division street; F. S. Sister Carrie Belle, 1368 Carey street; R. S. Sister Rachel Carmes, 1317 Prestman street; Sister Carrie Taylor, 523 Hoffman street; Brother J. W. Harrison, 567 Presstman street; Brother N. W. Johnson, 626 George street; Sister Bettie Tillman, 18 E. 20th street; Sister Martha Johnson, 1232 Division street; Sister Annie Linsey, 1621 Latrobe street; Sister Myers, 253 Schroder street; Sister Dilks, 231 N. Amity; Sister Maria Morris, 1055 W. Lexington street; Sister Anna Langston, 400 Freemount avenue. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Rogers Ave. and Lexington Street Rev. Geo. E. Curry, Pastor 11 a. m., Special sermon by pastor. Subj. "Decision for God demanded." Sunday School at 2:00 p. m. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 3 p. m. Sermon to the Ladies' Aid Society by Rev. C. G. Cummings,D.D. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League. Mr. Julian Ross, pres. 8 p. m., Sermon by pastor. Men's Day Rally. Next Sunday. All cordially invited. EASTERN M. E. OHURCH Rev. S. R. Hughes, Pastor 10 a. m. Bible Class. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Subj., "The Hidden Ones." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Sermon by Rev. C.D.Hughes All are welcome S1. MATHEW'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. S. H. Brown Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt Mr. J. Fuller, Pres. E. L. Mrs. Elizabeth Fuller, President of Ladies' Aid Association. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH Franklin and Pine Sts.; "King's Hill" Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor. Residence: 618 Dolpin Street 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Subject The Great Judgment Day. 3. p. m. Sunday School. 4. 30 p. m. Epworth League 8 p. m. Pltform meeting by the Women's Day Committee. Mrs. Janie Grayson, Chairman. Friday, March 27, 8 p. m., Ushers' concert for the benefit of the Steward- esses. Mrs. La Gray, president. Don't fail to come Prayer me ting Wednesday night. J. F. Crowner Chorister, W. C. Tongue, Supt. Thomas Johnson. Pres. E. L. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH Sharp St. near Montgomery Rev. Ernest Lyon, D. D., Pastor 10.30 a. m. Bible Class 11 a. m. sermon by pastor. 2 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m. Girls hour. Special services under the direction of Mrs. A. Heath. 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Great musical festival composed of three choirs, Ebenezer A. M. E. Sharp St. Mem. and John Wesley M. E. choirs. Refreshments will be served at the church CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Sts. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, D. D., Pastor Boys' Day 11 a. m. Special Sermon by pastor. Subj. The Fifth Commandment. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m. Special program. 5 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m. Special program. Everybody welcome. Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, Supt. Mrs. Helen A. Cooper. Pres. of L. 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. Mr. Tnomas Lane, Leader. 11 a. m. sermon by pastor. 2 p. m. Sunday School, Mr. Henry Johnson, Superintendent 5 p. m. Epworth League. Devotion al and Literary Program. Mr. Wm. Powell, President. 8 p. m. Preaching by pastor to the Busy Bee Sociol. Class meetings, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Prayer meeting, Friday night. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCH Iev. M. J. Naylor, D. D., pastor 10. a. m. Bible Class, T. H. Smith Director. Pastor's Study. 11 a. m., sermon by Rev. J. W. Mac Donald, D. D. 2 30 p. m., Sunday School. G. W. Henry, Supt. 3 p. m. Annual Thanksgiving sermon to Knights of Pythias by Rev. J. U. King, D. D. Monday, March 23. Great concert by Old Sharp St. Choir and other. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton Street near W. Baltimore St. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10 a. m., Union Class. 11 a. m. Pastor. Subject, Christian Warfare. 2 p. m., Sunday School. 6.30 p. m. C. E. L. 8 p. m. Pastor. Subject, Show Yourself. Wm. E. Henigan, Pres. C. E. L. T. H. McGowan, Supt. MT VERNON BAPTIST CHURCH North Caroline st., bet. Lexington and Orleans streets J. M. Jones, Superintendent. 8 p.m., sermon, subj., Prayer meeting in Hell. You are invited to com. The Women's Missionary Society will lift the collection. F. Lipscomb. A Craxton, C. Brown, Sec. Universal Methodist Episcopal Church of CHRIST INSTITUTION Rev. G. W. Kennard, D.D., Pastor Sunday Services. 11 a.m. Preaching by Rev R.C. Currin. 2.30 p.m. Sabbath School. Wn Kennard, Supt. A wide awake Sunday School. All welcome 8 p. m., spiritual sermon by pasto. A large gathering is expected James Fountain Smith, Church Clerk BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Lanvale St, and Druid Hill Ave. Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., Pastor Parsonage, 1405 Argyle Ave. 11 a.m. Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 6.30 p. m., A. C. E. L. 8 p. m. Sermon by the pastor EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery street, bet. Charles and Hanover Rev J. W. Norris, D. D., Pastor Handy Circle Day Mrs. Annie Beckett, President 10 a. m. Pastor's Bible Class. 11 a. m. sermon by Bishop Wm. H Heard, D.D., of Liberia, West Africa 2.30 p. m., Sunday school. 3.30 p. m., sermon by Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., pastor of Bethel A. M. M. E. Church. Choir and congregation. 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League. 7.30 p. m. Sermon to Combinations by Rev. D. J. Beckett, of Camp Parole John Murray, Pres. League. Baker and Bruce Streets Rev. John Offer Custis, senior pastor. Rev. J. H. Royal, junior pastor Payne Memorial Church Day. 11 a. m., Sermon by junior pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 3.30 p. m. A special sermon by Rev. J. G. Martin, Payne Mem. A. M. E. Church. Benefit of a worthy cause. 8 p. m. sermon by junior pastor. Miss E. M. Wilson, Organist Mrs. Matilda Pratt, Secretary Mrs. Marie Brown, Treasurer. Mrs. Sarah E. Johnson, Pres. Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rev. A. L., Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street 11 a.m. sermon by the pastor. 2.30 p.m. Sunday School 3 p.m., Mothers' Meeting. 6.45 p.m., A. C. E. L. 7.45 p.m., sermon to the ushers. J. F. Waters, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford, Pres. A.C.E.L. Mother's meeting Sunday, Mar. 32 at 3 p.m. Many prominent speakers All mothers are invited. A musical on Thursday. March 26, under the auspices of Willing Workers Madam Flossie Peters, Directress. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington St. near 'Pine Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Pastor Old Saints' Day All the old christians will tell how many years they have been serving God at 11.30. The church is finished 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor to the Old Folks. Subj., "An unclouded vision of God." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m. Sermon by Rev. J.C. McEddy of Wayman Mem. Choir and congregation. 6 p. m. Allen League 8 p. m., sermon by pastor. Woman's Day, March 29. ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carlton Sts Rev. P. J. Jordan, D.D. Pastor 11 a. m. Special service. 2,30 p. m. Sunday School. We cordially invited young men to on Bible Class. Mr. Clifford Brown, Teacher. 3 p. m. Pastor, choir and congregation will worship at Perkins Square Baptist Church. 4,30 p. m., Allen League Good music and program conducted by the Bible Class. 5 p. m., Class Meeting. 8 p. m. Sermon and special service. H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. William Butler, Pres. League PAYNE MEM A. M. E. CHUROH Calhoun and Laurens Sts. Rev. J. G. Martin, Pastor. Residence: 1160 N. Calhoun St. Trustees' Monthly Collection All members are requested to report to the secretary their monthly contribution 11 a. m., Preaching by the pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League. Topic, Our society a training school. Prov. 22.6. Led by pastor. 7.30 p. m. Bys' night. Platform meeting. Special service under the direction of Mr. James E. Neale. Addresses by prominent speakers for the betterment of our boys. Come out and help to encourage the boys. TRINITY A. M. E. CHUK H 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 Rt. Rev. W. H. Heard, D. D., Bishop of W. Africa Hope every member will be in his places Sunday. All are Welcome to our services 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 Rev. H. Sharp. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Moses Johnson, Supt. 3 p. m. pastor, choir and congregation will have charge of the service at Mt. Nebo Church 4 p. m. Pastor's Class, No. 3. 6 p. m. League. Special programme Jadam E. L. Bruce, the Oklahoma Nightengale, will appear. Silver offer at the door. 3 p. m. Sermon by pastor. Tuesday and Friday nights prayer meeting. Wednesday nights, Class No 2. Mr. ylvester Burkett, Leader. All invited. Robert L. Carter, Clerk Y. M. C. A. Sunday, 4.30 P.M. Special Day For Membership All Men Invited. Good Singing From A Snowbound Region To A Civilized World Basking In The Suushine Daytona, Fla.—It is a nice jump from an ice land to the land of sunshine. I am thinking today as I write this letter how it was just a few weeks ago when I was snowbound for forty hours, and how it is today, when I am in this part of the civilized world, just basking in the sunshine. Of course you are aware of the fact that I have been to many places when I wrote to you the last letter, and even while wiring that letter, I have been to so many educational institutions until I feel that I am a real educated man. My visit to the school at Fort Valley Ga., of which the Prof. H. A. Hunt, is president was to me a source of pleasure and inspiration. He was delighted to shake hands with me. I had a fine time there with the students and teachers. Among them I met were A. C. Childs, Mrs. J. A. Davis, Mrs. M. F. Frazier, Mrs. H. A. Hunt, W. W. Faes, Miss S. Jenkins, Mrs. A. W. Johnson, C. B. Johnson, Miss A. V. Johnson, Miss L. W. Mollison, Mrs. A. V. Cooche, Miss J. B. Robinson, R. L. Smith, Miss L. J. Taylor, J. A. Booker, Rev. J. T. Crawford, Miss A. L. Marcus and C. F. Stephens. These people are all working hard. Then to Americus, where I visited Americus Institute, and was the guest of Rev. J. T. Hall, who is pastor of the leading Methodist church in that section of the State. He is a good preacher. He received an invitation to be present and deliver the sermon for Morris Brown University and he accepted. Remaining there all day and another da', and another day then I left Monday night for Albany, Ga. I have been serving God a long time, but I lost my real religion there, and had to say some cuss words, and wished for my gun to do some shooting, but I did not have one, so I just had to go on by being mad all over and under too. I will have to tell you about this another time, and you will forgive me. I visited the school there, then left for Cordale, Ga., going to another school there for our people. Thomasville, Ga., then to Jacksonville, Fla. When I stepped off the wagon there, Prof. N. W. Collier was on hand with his mule to tote me out to the school. I like to go to see Prof. Collier, because he is doing something for God and the race. He is working hard to supply what has been taken from our people by the law of the state, and I am proud to say that the people are responding. Some of our readers have given some money, and I am going to use their names in another one of my letters. Among the people who sent the dollars—I will just wait and tell you all perhaps in my next letter, or the next one. I have been to the fountain of youth, but as I will write you letter from there next week, I am not going to have anything to say about it how, but you may want for my next letter. I left that place and came right on to this place. I got off at the stable, and had the pleasure of meeting Rev. Charles S. Long, D. D., pastor of the A. M. E. Church. He shook my lily black hand and assured me that he was delighted to see me in this section of the country, although he did not know that I was coming. He said that he would take me to his house, but he had just moved in town and had a sick boy. I extended him sympathy, and told him that the people would look after me. He then turned me over to "Mr. Reliable" who was a hackman. That man told me that when he said a thing I could depend on it, so I took him at his word and the recommendation of the pastor of one of the leading churches. He toted me up town, and we found Deacon Moore, who shook my hand and told me that I was to be guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Williams. That Mr. Reliable then toted me on to the home. Mrs. Williams, was busy in her store, but I tell you she received me just like I was a brother of her own. She had me in my room in a few minutes and then told me that I was as welcome as the Florida flowers, and that is being welcome right. Mr. and Mrs. Williams are busy people. They own a nice store, and she is in charge of it. Mr. Williams, who is a native from Ohio, has devoted six years of his life in work among the people, and he is now one of the sub- stantial citizens of the city. In things that men, the higher development of womanhood, and the uplift of her people, and the saving of the young people, you will find Mrs. Williams as busy as she can be. She is treasurer of the M. Bethel Baptist Sundav School, but now reaching her home, she was looking for me to dinner, and had invited Mrs Keiser, who is teacher in Davton Industrial and Training School, under Mrs. M. M Bethune. Mrs. Keiser come from New York State, and she has charge of the literary work of the school. Her long experience in the school room as well as her training, puts her in the front rank among educators. She is called by all "Mother Keiser," and she has justly won the name she drove up in an auto, and soon we were eating. Then I went over to see the school in question, and had the pleasure of meeting all the teachers, and will talk about this in my next letter. To me it was a source of pleasure to meet Rev. H. Holman, who is pastor of one of the leading Baptist churches in this part of the world. He is a good preacher. I will be with him next week. Mrs. Williams, then had me to meet some of her friends. I was introduced to Mrs. Marion Lewis. I remembered the Marion part of her name and her face was as familiar as my own, but I could not organize the Lewis part of her name. Well I talked with her a little bit, and learned that it was the Miss Marion Tillinghast, that I met in Green Cove Springs sometime ago. She was one of the teachers in the public school there, but resigned to take work here last fall, and in taking work she had also accepted the hands of a young man in matrimony. She had heard that it was not good for a man to be alone. It was on the 15th of last February, just about one month ago, she accepted the hands of George Robert Lewis, one of the promising young men of the town. Mr. Lewis is a young man, full of life, and inspiration, and has declared that he is going to make it in life, and he has a good companion. They had their little home ready and went right into it, the very same day the bride cooked the first meal for her husband. I am informed that the Lord has laid His hands on Mr. Lewis, and he is now preaching a little, but some day will be a full fledged preacher. She is also a fine musician, and is teaching music in town. I congratulate both of them, and may they live long. I had the pleasure of meeting, the people at the Baptist church at night, and they were there in large numbers to greet me and to hear what I had to say to them. I met B W. Wade, who is the boss of the Sunday school. He has a large school and is an active young man. Deacon A. Moore, is serving as pastor for a time. They are now looking around for a good preacher and it is a good church. I wish that I could take it myself. I had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Williams look after some of his insurance business. He is agent for the Afro-American Industrial Insurance Company, Jacksonville, Fla. Our people are taking hold in large numbers and he is kept busy. His office is in his own home. I think I will now have to bring this letter to a close, but will have many more things to say to you in my next letter. FAIRFIELD NEWS Fairfield, Md., March 19.—The debate on Woman Suffrage held last week was interesting. The affirmative speakers were Mrs. M. Estella Hall, L. G. Vanlandingham and Archie Faulkner. The negatives were Miss Ethel Turner, G. I. Carson and J. W. Neely. The negatives won. Mrs. W. W. Brown was chairman of committee on arrangements. About $15 was raised to help continue public school. Mr. Robert Lytle has returned from Charlotte, N. G., where he buried his mother. Rev. John Sidgeon preached at C. M. E. Church Sunday night. Rev. J. J. Taylor preached at First Baptist Church. Walter W. Brown addressed the Epworth League at Brooklyn, Md., Sunday evening and spoke at Grace Presbyterian Church Monday night. The patrons and Wm. Brown, the President of the Educational School Club have arranged for a rally at C. M. E. Church Sunday at 8 p. m. to get funds to continue, public schools. Attorney Wm. C. McCard has been invited to deliver the address for the occasion. Sick list: Mrs. Eva Williams, Mr. J. E. Cunningham, Mr. John Bailey and Mrs. George Coats. Mrs. Annie Chase has moved to Baltimore. Mr. J. A. Robins was in the Field Sunday. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Hunting Bar THE MAGIC IS 9 IN LONG SHAMPOO DRIER HEG CO THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S.$100 POSTAGE PAID Agents Wanted. Write for Literature. Magic Shampoo Drier Co. Minneapolis, Minn. (Special to Arro-American League Rockville, Md., March 19.—Mrs. Maud McRoy returned from Baltimore Thursday. Rev. John Barnett was visiting friends last week. The candle rally at Jerusalem M. E. Church was a grand success. Rev. T. E. Roach preached the funeral sermon of John Shorter Sunday at 2:30 p. m. Mr. Shorter was brought here from Freedman Hospital. He leaves a wife, an aunt, five brothers and several cousins to mourn their loss. Clinton A. M. E. Zion Church was crowded to the utmost capacity. Miss Louis Johnson was received in Zion Church Sunday night. Mr. Duffin, Sr., is still on the sick list. Miss Mary Massy has recovered from illness and is at work again. Miss Beatrice Foster of Washington, who is employed as seamstress by well to do white families was visiting Mrs. T. E. Roan. POCOMOKE HAPPENINGS (Special to The Atro-American Ledger Pocomoke City,Md., March 19— The weather here on Sunday was beautiful and the churches were well attended. The Tribe rally at St. Johns Church resulted in $44 .62. Rev. J. W. Bond preached at St. Mary's Church on last Sunday morning. Mr. henry Tull a farmer living near this city, who lost his mind a few months ago and was taken to Petersburg, Va., died at that place last Wednesday. His remains were brought to his old homestead in St. James for interment. Capt. Bill Ed Rounds of the Schooner William A. Meekins was taken suddenly ill in Baltimore and was taken to the Maryland Hospital for treatment. Capt. Edward Waters of this city went up to Baltimore to make the trip in his stead, on his return he will resume his position on the Steamer Starlight. Mrs. Mary Epps of Philadelphia who was called here to attend the funeral of ner brother-in-law, Mr. Henry Tull is also visiting her son, Mr. John E. Gunby, Jr. Mrs. Emma Henry of Philadelphia, is home visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Gunby. Mr. Charlie Ballard of Swarthmore, Pa., was called home to the bedside of his sick mother last week. Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Cropper have sympathy of this community in the loss of their daughter Bessie, who died on Monday, and her baby that did last week. Mrs. Victoria Long who has been confined to her home for two weeks is able to be out again. Mr. Major Coston is much better at this writing. A great excitement was created over the arrest of Mrs. Lucy Holden of Bulbeggar' Ga., who came to this city enroute to Snow Hill, Md. She was snubbed by the officers here as coming from a Smallpox district, she was held in the restaurant of William Hindman where a number of persons were vaccinated. She was released however on Sunday morning and sent back to her home. Mr. Ira Taylor arrived home on Wednesday evening from Crisfield, Md. NEWS FROM CUMBERLAND Special to the Afro-American Ledgen special to the INFO BOOK Cumberland, Md., March 19 — Frank Gray, a young man from Danville, Va., died at the hospital on Monday after a brief illness. His body was taken to the morgue until his relatives could be communicated with. He worked at the "Cut out" at Magnolia. W. Va. Mr. Robert Holmes and Miss Mary Johnson of Henry, W. Va., passed through here on Tuesday enroute to Washington. The concert and lecture by Prof. T. J. Calloway of Washington at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church on Thursday was a pleasant and successful affair. The election here on Tuesday was exciting and close. Two strong candidates were in the field for the mayoralty. De. Thomas W. Koon, the Democrat was elected by a small majority defeating Walter Powell the Republican. Rev. J. W. Waters of the M. E. Church, filled his pulpit at both services on Sunday, but he had a bad spell on Tuesday and was ordered by his physician to take his bed again. The seven course supper by Prof. Tandy at the Ebenezer Baptist Church Thursday was a success. Mrs. Edith Sterling and Miss Ella Burge are out again after a few weeks illness. Mrs. Pearl Williams of Atlantic City, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Wilson of Ann street. The Birds of Promise of the A. M. E. Church gave a pink tea on Thursday night. Misses Rosa Rhodes, Cordelia Jones, Ruth and Geneva McNeal were the committee. Miss B. B. Kennerly was entertained at a dinner by Mr. and Mrs. R. T Trenton Sunday. LEO. S. OSMAN, The Great Roumanian Palmist is in Town. He reads your Life from your Palms. reveals Everything TRUTHFULLY or NO Charge. No matter WHAT you wish to know, this gifted man can tell you without a question. Osman is highly endorsed by the Press and people in high standing. He reveals facts, events, changes, business prospects, love affairs, tells accurate date of marriage; advises HOW to keep Bad Luck and Troubles away, gives advise and helps out of Difficulties. 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Wagoner, Okla.—This is the first town of any size in Oklahoma at which one arrives after leaving Kansas City, it being about eight hours' ride from the latter city. I had a startling, but agreeable surprise awaiting me when my train rolled into the station. But a short time before reaching the town I had protested strongly because a young couple, members of my race, were asked to leave the parlor car, out of Kansas City, on reaching the Oklahoma state line. My protest, however, was of no avail, for the additional reason that the couple themselves compiled decidedly with the command. I had just fallen into a half doze when the train reached Wagoner, from which I was awakened by loud cheering, and "There he is at that window" and the like. I was startled, and visions of a vigilance committee bent on taking me from the train and inflicting punishment on me for protesting against the eviction of the colored couple flashed before me. Instead of a vigilance committee I soon discovered it was a large concourse of colored citizens of Wagoner bearing flags, flowers and wearing badges on which were the words, "Welcome to Oklahoma," and Herbert A. Clark, a former Ohioan, headed the welcoming band. For this I shall always remember and with genuine pleasure Wagoner. This town has a population of per haps 10,000, nearly one-third of which is colored. It boasts of paved streets, excellent business blocks and residences brilliantly illuminated at night. Wagoner is not a bit slow. In fact, it is a very progressive little city. The Negro Business league has organized for effective work the colored population, and all appear to be co-operating with a spirit worthy of emulation. The president of the local league, Dr. R. S. Smith, an Alcorn and Meharry alumnus, is a tireless worker in his efforts to keep Wagoner people busy along the path of progress, and he has the confidence of all, whites as well as our own people, who own some fine town and farm property and are doing splendidly. There are three physicians and two lawyers here with a good practice. The business houses, consisting of groceries, general stores, cafes, etc., show prosperity. Very few cities in the country among us can boast of a newspaper plant equal to the American, which Herbert A. Clark manages and edits. It is located in a very substantial two story brick building, the property of the owner, L. A. Pell, and is equipped with two or three presses, a linotype machine and all modern print shop necessities. Mr. Pell, reputed to be the black Croesus of the town, a former Mississippi, owns large interests here as well as in Muskogee, where he puts in most of his time. Wagoner's commercial growth is somewhat interfered with by its close proximity to Muskogee, being but fourteen miles from the latter city. The slogan of the local Business league, "Patronize race business men," however, is giving the colored business establishments excellent trade and, as a natural consequence, giving employment to young colored men and women. This is more strictly a farming community, and the land, fertile as it is, yields 'bountifully to the colored farmer. The colored people of Wagoner are taking as much interest in the forthcoming meeting of the National Negro Business league in Muskogee as if it were to be held in their own town. They will go over to Muskogee en masse and help accord the delegates a royal reception when the league meets in August. It is estimated that the colored people here and in the vicinity own in the neighborhood of $250,000 of realty and have invested something like $25,000 in business. For a new town, for Wagoner is perhaps not more than fifteen years old, this is a very fine showing. It is what one might call a hustling community of co-operating Negroes. I was very much impressed with the determination of these people and their loyalty to race which leads them to follow colored leadership. In practically every home here, as is true all through Oklahoma, one finds the picture of Dr. Booker T. Washington. Anniversary of a Texas Normal School. The first anniversary exercises of the Texas Normal and Industrial Institute For Colored Youth, Dallas, Tex., which will continue for a week, began on Monday, March 16. Among the noted speakers who delivered addresses at the various meetings held during the anniversary week was Judge E. B. Muse of the Forty-fourth district court. The general officials of the institute are N. W. Harlee, president; W. E. King, secretary, and J. D. Boyd, superintendent. SEGREGATION IS CHECKED. Treated Alike, Says Report. Washington.-The second blow to race segregation since the national anti-segregation petition by colored citizens was presented to President Wilson by a delegation of the National Independent Political league last fall is announced in a recent report which states that the last of color segregation in the departments of the government service in this city has come to an end on an order issued by Charles S. Hamlin of Boston, the senior assistant secretary of the treasury. The segregation had hovered longest in the bureau of engraving and printing of the treasury, where some 300 colored girls were during all of last summer ordered by Director Ralph to desist using the common dining room at the luncheon hour, but to use instead a small room containing the lavatories assigned to colored people. The crowding was terrible, and there were other obvious objections. Mr. Ralph refused to make a change, however, and the former head of the fiscal division, Assistant Secretary J. S. Williams, a Virginian, did not make use of his authority, being, in fact, not a little responsible for the indorsement in the treasury department of such segregation. Mr. Hatolina has now succeeded Mr. Williams, and he has eliminated the last of the segregation, as reported, by ordering, now that the bureau of engraving and printing is to occupy its new quarters, that all employees shall use the common dining room there provided. The colored people are very grateful to Mr. Humlin. Recently prominent colored citizens appeared in protest to a committee in congress giving hearings on a bill purposeing a legal enforcement of segregation in general in Washington. When the delegation of the National Independent Political league made the argument against aggregation President Wilson promised an investigation, which he later made. When John Shelton Williams was made comptroller of the treasury the league's secretary, W. Monroe Trotter, asked Representative Peters of Boston to use his influence for the appointment of Mr. Humlin to first assistant treasurer, as the following letter to Mr. Trotter shows: House of Representatives, Washington. Jan. 23, 1914. Mr. William Munroe Trotter, Cornbill, Boston, Mass. Dear Trotter-Your wire is at hand. I wish to say that I am urging on Mr. Hamlin the appointment of some one unprejudged to take Mr. Williams' place, left vacant in the treasury. Yours sincerely, A. J. PETERS. On Feb. 19 Secretary Trotter telegraphed Representative Peters to see Mr. Hamlin as to undoing segregation. In reply he wrote, "Have you any recent information which would show that the relief which was promised your committee is not being carried out in the department here?" In reply Secretary Trotter wrote on the 2d of March that the president's promise had not been carried out and urged action. Then came this reported action by Assistant Secretary Hamlin on March 6. When the league's delegation had its hearing, being presented by Representative Thatcher of Massachusetts the league did not cease its work. At Christmas it issued a second appeal to the president, which was presented to him in person by Representative Peters before the president went south. Again on Jan. 23 the league had another protest on a clear case of railway postoffice segregation filed with the president by Representative Thatcher. The Massachusetts branch of the National Independent Political league is now fighting a case of segregation in the Boston navy yard. SPRING CAMPAIGN IN AID OF THE JENKINS ORPHANAGE. Novel Program Arranged For World's Fair on the Road. Charleston, S. C.—Instead of the fair held annually in aid of the Jenkins orphanage in this city the directors have requested the Rev. D. J. Jenkins, president and founder of the institution, to make a tour of the state in the interest of the work. President Jenkins has decided to make the trip and has selected as his subject, "The World's Fair on the Road." He will begin the tour on Tuesday, April 14. Public meetings will be held in every large city and town in the state, winding up with a big demonstration at home on Monday, May 20. The program for the trip will be in part as follows: Concerts by the orphanage band of twenty-five pieces, playing the "Fall of Jericho" and "The Holy City." The subject for debate will be, "The North Against the South." Miss N. B. Spencer will represent the north and Miss A. E. Robinson will speak for the south. The discussion will be settled by the orphanage man, who will offer a compromise between the two sections of the country represented by the speakers. Much interest is being manifested by the public in the coming campaign through the state and the management feels confident that the change from the old form of entertainment will result in substantial financial aid for the institution. Progress of the Royal Circle of Friends. The Royal Circle of Friends of the World, a large secret society organization, with headquarters in Helena. Ark., is making rapid progress. Dr. R. A. Williams, grand president of the organization, recently appointed supervisors over the work in fourteen different towns and cities in Arkansas. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER THE LITERARY SOCIETY. Brief Mention of Some Organizations Which Are Doing Excellent Work. Which Are Doing Excellent Work. The success of the literary organizations maintained in the various sections of the country by Afro-Americans shows that the race is giving considerable time to the cultivation of the intellectual side of life. Meetings for the discussion of the current topics of the day as they relate to subjects of home, state or nation are always profitable if rightly conducted. The literary society should fill a large place in every community and should be so conducted as to hold the attention of the public in its special line, just as the church, social club or secret society touches the personal interest of its members. The selection of speakers and topics should always be given careful consideration. In the opinion of those who have had years of experience in literary organization work home talent should be given a large place both on programs for public meetings and in the work assigned to the several committees. Persons of prominence who have made a success in business or professional life should also be given an opportunity to contribute their quota of thought and experience to literary organizations. The Sunday Forum in Portland, Ore. has arranged a special program for a public meeting to be held on Thursday, March 26 and has invited President 1 WALTER K. TAYLOR William T. Verion of Campbell college, Jackson, Miss., to deliver the principal address. Among other organizations which are doing a similar work are the Des Moines (la.) ycmun, Athenian literary, Memphis, Tenn.; the Christian Endeavor ycmun, Jersey City, N. J.; the St. Mark's ycmun, New York; the Bethel Literary and Historical society, Washington, and numerous others not named in this article scattered throughout the country. The Concord literary circle in Brook lyn, of which Mr. Walter K. Taylor is the president, held its annual musical and social at its last meeting in February. This annual function of the circle was largely attended by persons in and out of the city. The organization is doing a good work, and by the high character of its programs has won public favor. At the March meeting, held on the 12th, Mrs. M. G. Lawton, the only woman reporter of our race on a daily paper in Greater New York, delivered a most timely address on the subject, "What of Tomorrow?" Mr. Walter K. Taylor, president of the Concord literary circle, is a native of Montgomery, Ala. He is well equipped for the position, both by education and experience. Besides his public school training, Mr. Taylor is a graduate of the Agricultural and Mechanical college in Alabama, of which the late William L. Council was president. Mr. Taylor since becoming a resident of Brooklyn has taken a special course of study at Pratt institute. He is a student of books and is one of the most useful young men in the community. MRS. TERRELL ON LYNCHING. Outlook For Our People Not So Bright, She Says. In a recent speech at Boston Mrs. Mary Church Terrell of Washington made the following reference to the progress of the race and the cruel practice of white people who lynch colored people: "There are 32,000 colored school teachers in this country, and their school property is valued at $2,500,000, while their church property is valued at $57,000,000, and colored people own 20,000,000 acres of land in the United States. But with all this the outlook for the colored race is not a bright one. We can teach our children the value of training, of application and of righteousness in life, but we cannot inspire them with hope. "The shameful red murder record of the United States may be accounted for by the impunity with which colored men, and in some cases women, are killed every day. The offenders are not often punished, and in many cases they are not even called to account. This applies to the numerous cases of lynching that we hear about." J. L. Thompson Visits Masonic Lodges. Grand Master John L. Thompson, head of the Masonic fraternity of Iowa, concluded a most profitable visit to the various lodges of the order in his jurisdiction the first week in March. Mr. Thompson is the editor of the Iowa State Bystander, published weekly in Des Moines. SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson XII.—First Quarter, For March 22. 1914. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, Luke xiii, 18-35. Memory Verses, 18. 19—Golden Text, Matt. vii, 21—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. The topic of this study is entitled "Lessons by the Way." and in the verses for today we have lessons for all the way, always centering upon Him who is "the way," hated by His adversaries, rejoiced in by His people (verse 17). There is much in the less son concerning the kingdom, for which He taught us to pray to our Father in Heaven, saying "Thy kingdom come." We must distinguish between the present age, during which the kingdom is postponed and which our Lord spoke of as "the mystery of the kingdom of God" (Mark iv, 11), and the kingdom itself to be set up on this earth at His second coming in glory. The two parables of our lesson must be studied in the light of their setting not only here, but as first recorded in Matt. xiii. The closing verses of our lesson chapter tell of the desolation of Jerusalem until He shall come again. But when the kingdom comes Jerusalem shall be the throne of the Lord, a city of truth and a praise in the earth (Jer. iii. 17; Zech. viii. 3; Isa. xiii. 67). In Ps. cii. 16, it is written that the Lord will build up Zion when He shall appear in His glory. The kingdom was at hand when our Lord was here in humiliation, as was preached by our Lord Himself, and by His apostles, as well as by John the Baptist, but because they rejected Him and killed Him He plainly told them that the kingdom would not come till He returned from the far country (Luke xix. 11, 12). He did not begin to speak in parables until they determined to kill Him (Matt. xii. 14). Then follows in Matt. xii. the seven parables describing this age of the mystery of the kingdom. The parables of the mustard seed and of the leaven in this lesson are repetitions of two of those, the former speaking of a great tree with birds in the branches and the latter of leaven in the food. In explaining the parable of the sower our Lord said that the birds represented the wicked one (Matt. xiii. 1, 19), and a symbol once explained stands. We have seen in a recent lesson that heaven is always a symbol of evil. The teaching therefore is that in this age of the mystery of the kingdom or the time between the rejection and the coming of the kingdom, many followers of the wicked one will profess to be interested, but the teaching will become thoroughly corrupt, and tares, the work of the devil (Matt. xiii. 18, 20), will be found with the wheat till the end of this age. To all these deceived and deceiving ones He will have to say, "I know you not whence ye are; depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity" (verses 26, 27). Many shall come from all parts of the earth to share and enjoy the kingdom, while many who thought themselves deserving of it shall find their place where there is weeping and gnashing of teeth (verses 28, 29). We must ponder well and lay to heart the words of our Lord to one of the best and most religious men of his day. "Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God" (John iii, 5). Judging from the denial in our own times, of the fundamental truths of the gospel, it is to be feared that many church members and many ministers and missionaries have never been born again. It is not for us to talk about few or many being saved, but it is essential that each one should know for himself that he is saved by receiving the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Saviour, and that appropriating the great truth "The Son of God loved me and gave Himself for me." "His own self hare my sins in His own body" (Gal. ii, 20; I Pet. ii, 24). He is able to say, "I know that my Jesusmeer lveth," "I know whom I have believed" and "having come to him, I am not cast out" (Job xix, 25; Tim. i, 12; John vi, 37). It is still the accepted time, and the day of salvation for all who will come, but when once the door is shut it will go into there. There will come a time when die-splessers and fathers of truth shall call and get no answer, shall seek and shall not find (Prow. ii, 24, 37). Our Lord said that unbelievers shall die in their sins, and thus dying, cannot come where He is John will, ii, 24. As in the days of North, it will be shalt in or shalt out. In this age of the mystery or the postponement of the kingdom, the Spirit it is, like the servant of Alkabram, telling of the riches of the Father and the Son and seeking a bride for the Son, or, in other words, gathering from all nations by the presaching of the gospel of the reien 'Christ the church or body of Christ but we must never confound the church with the kingdom. The church will reign with Christ in the kingdom, but the kingdom will include all nations, as it is said in Dan, vii. 27, "The kingdom and dominion and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven." There may be some great surprises awaiting us when we shall see Abraham, and Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, and the twelve apostles on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel (verse 28 and chapter xxii. 30). His reference to the two days and the third day (32) may point to the 2,000 years of this age, and the next thousand, which will be His reign of righteousness and peace. Special Announcement. Men And Women Office Hours: 6 A. M. to 8 P. M. Sundays and Holidays, 10 A. M. to 3 P. M. 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Mention this paper when writing. ..CITY HAPPENINGS.. At a meeting of the Ciceronian Literary Association of Morgan College, G. A. White gave an address explaining the plans for new streets in the Northwest section of the city. He said that this section is both the center of population for colored people and the centre for prevalence of tuberculosis. Many questions were asked and answered concerning the suggested improvements. The movement is creditable and deserves public support. ELECT OFFICERS At a meeting of the Colored Men's Business Association of Baltimore, held at 535 Dolphin street on Thursday evening of last week, officers were elected and a constitution adopted. Harry O. Wilson presided, and William L. Fitzgerald acted as secretary. The next meeting will be held next Thursday night at 535 Dolphin street. The officers elected are: William H. Dodd, president; Joseph S. Fennell, vice president; John M. Freeland, secretary; J. H Mitchell, treasurer; James Fessenton, James Winstard, Deaver Smith, David Robinson and Frank A. Simmons, executive committee. Y. M. C. A. NOTES The Tuesday night "Life Problem" class was conducted by Bethel Church Sunday School. The paper was read by Dr. O. D. Jones, subject,—"Life—Sex and Manhood." Prof. J. Arthur Turner gave a good 'black board' exposition after the reading of the paper. Payne Mem. A. M. E. Sunday School will have charge next Tuesday night. The 21st anniversary of the Y. M. C. A. will be celebrated during the entire month of April. Among some of the men who are to speak are: Doctors J. E. Moorland, J. B Rendall, R. S. MacArthur, DeWitt M. Benham, J. O. Spencer, G. F. Bragg, J. W. MacDonald and Wm. H. Morris. The following persons completed their subscriptions to the Building Fund during the week of March 9th Wm. H. Bishop $50.00 Mr. & Mrs. Wm. H. Langley 100.00 C. C. Fitzgerald 25.00 Evans Fernandis 25.00 Dr. A. O. Reid 55.00 W. W. Pinderhughes 10.00 Y. W. C. A. NOTES The Campaign Club composed of the Team Leaders and all workers in the campaign met and organized with Mrs. Estelle Fennell as President, Miss Elvira Moulson, vice president; Mrs. Ethel Lewis, secretary; Mrs. Simms assistant secretary. The team leaders compose the executive committee with Mrs. Annie S. Williams as chairman. The aim of the club is to cover as far as possible the collection of the subscriptions so generously given to make plans for future needs and to keep alive the spirit of fellowship that was developed while working together. The association wishes to thank every worker and subscriber for the generous response to the call for money to meet the needs of the work for larger and better quarters. The Classes will resume the regular work. The Junior Club is preparing to have a play in the Spring. The Mother's Conference will meet on Thursday at 5 p.m. Miss Georgie Lewis will read a paper on Negro Artists. Mrs. Carrie Dunn, of 946 W. Saratoga street, who has been very sick for several weeks is improving slowly. Miss Susie A. Williams of Fall River, Mass., Mr. J. B. Saddler, of Haddoufield, N. J.; and Miss Irene Antwine came down from Philadelphia last Sunday to visit the latters relatives 310 N. Central avenue. They enjoyed a pleasant trip. Miss Ida Williams, who has een seriously ill at her home, 1729 ruid-Hill avenue, is improving. Rev. James E. Churchman, of Orange, N. J., delivered a lecture at Union Baptist Church Tuesday night. Mr. John Hainest has discontinued his business at 1802 Druid Hill avenue and is now in Luray, Va., for an indefinite stay. Mr. and Mrs Thomas H. Buckingham and family, of 441 Druid Hill avenue, have moved to 1926 McCulloh street. H. M. St. Clair of Cambridge, spent several days in the city this REAL ESTATE FOR SALE It will pay you to get my list and terms before buying. I can suit you. I have over seventy-five 2 and 3 story houses for you to select from. They are as follows: 1. Three-story house, 8 rooms and bath, 700 Block, George street 2. Three-story houses, 1300 Block, Division street, 10 rooms and bath 3. Two story and 1 "three-story 700 Block W. Lanvale street. 4. Three-story house, 500 Block, Mosher street C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. Mantles A PRETTY WEDDING Standing in a bower cf palms, Miss Mary Alline Chandler and Mr. Irvin U. Williams were united in holy wedlock by Rev. George F. Bragg on Tuesday evening, March 17th, at 8 o'clock at 482 Orchard street. The bride was dressed in a handsome charmuese gown trimmed with lace and pearls, veil and orange blossoms and carried a huge pouquet of white tea roses. The bridesmaids were Miss Lillian Chandler and Miss Ruth Seward. The page was little Edward Chandler, nephew of the bride, and her flower girl was little Ada Williams, sister of the groom. Both page and flower girl were not quite two years old. The best man was Prof. F. J. Holland. The wedding march was played by Miss Bertie Valentine, organist of St. James's Church. The bride was the recipient of many handsome presents. Some of the guests present were: Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Williams, Mr. and Mrs. James Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Chamuers, Mr. and Mrs. George Lottier, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Israel Garing, Mr. and Mrs. Egbert Arundel, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. James Bright, Mr. and Mrs. Dawson, Mr. and Mrs. Summerfield Henson, and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dobson, Dr. and Mrs. Cardoza, Mr. and Mrs. Edwards of Brooklyn, Dr. and Mrs. R. N. Bundy, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Finch, Mrs. Robert Wilson and daughter, Miss Roena Williams, of Brooklyn; Mr. Williams, father of the groom, Mr. Ernest Davis, Misses Bessie and Helen Jackson, Mrs. Emma Lester, Miss Coltha Tolson, Miss Alice Taylor, Miss B. Dorsey, Miss Alma Williams, of Brooklyn; Mrs. Blanche Ghandler Hawkins, Mrs. Clarence H. Chandler and son, of Pemberton, N. J.; Miss Marie V. Jones of Philadelphia; Miss Adrian McGhee of Greenville, Tenn.; Mrs. Rudophus Williams, of Brooklyn and many others. A midnight supper was served the bridal party, after which the bride and groom left for a short honeymoon to Atlantic City, Philadelphia and New York. They will be at home to their many friends Sunday, March 22, from 5 to 7 p. m. at 482 Orchard street LAID TO REST Mrs. M. F. Thomas, widow of the late Harry C. Thomas, departed this life Tuesday March 3, at her late residence, 516 N. Pine street. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Julia A. Kelly. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. John A. Holmes, and Rev. Lury. Mrs. Kelly takes this method of thanking her many friends for their kindness during her bereavement and for their beautiful floral designs. The United Standing Association of Sharp Street Mem. M. E. Church will have a sermon preached to them by Rev. Alfred Young, pastor at Whatcoat M. E. Church on Wednesday evening March 25th, at 8 o'clock p. m. Sermon at the said Church. Mrs. Maggie Parker, president; Rev. M. J. Naylor, pastor. Benefit of benevolence. 1415 Myrtle Avenue C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M JAMES Special Prices for Interior and Exte Mt. Auburn Mt. Monuments and Tombstones Cemetery Work. Marble Works Residence: 1216 THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER A call session of the Maryland Grand Council B. and S. of Job. On Friday night, March 27, Asbury Hall East Lexington street. All members kindly, asked to be present; especially the 5 degree members as the G. M. desires to make some remarks to them. The question will be "Is it right also?" The roll of 73 members will be called failing to answer will be suspended. By request W. H. Saunders, G. M. Charles Folks, G. Sec. STOP PAYING RENT Be your own la. Let us show you how rent money will bu There will be a benefit given by St. Thomas Lodge No. 2, G. U. O. of Good Hope, at Good Hope Hall, 655 W. Lexington street on Thursday evening, March 25th. Music from 8.30 p. m., to 2 a. m., Goldfield orchestra. Prof. Edward Slatter, floor manager. Admission 20 cents. Oliver P. Snowden, W. S. Wanted—A nice, bright woman between 25 and 40 from my native state, Maryland, who does not want to be bound down as a servant, but will be the same as she would be in her own home; willing to work for a living; in perfect health; capable of taking charge of a house and running it economically. I am willing to pay from $15.00 to $16.00 per month for someone who is a good cook, laundress and thorough cleaner, lady like and neat in her habits and appearance. For reference, address Rev. R. R. Ball, pastor A. M. E. Zion Church, Hartford, Conn. Address W. B. E., 115 Adelaide street, Hartford, Conn. NOTICE—Rev. David Johnson, of Hagerstown, will preach to the Queen Elizabeth and Star of the Golden Link Courts of Calanthe of the Knights of Pythias and the various church organizations from Sharp St. Memorial M. E. Church and Trinity A. M. E. Church at Allen's A. M. E. Church, corner Carlton and Lexington streets on Wednesday evening March 25th, at 8:30 p. m., in the interest of the faithful workers of the church. Trinity A. M. E. choir under the leadership of Mrs. Maud Gross will be present to render service on that evening. Also Mrs. Lula Scott Richardson and Mrs. Maud Gross will sing their favorite election "Wait until I get on My Robe." The public is cordially invited. Admission free. Mrs. Ida J. Raiff, president. Mrs. Edna Brown. Sec. Rev. P. J. Jordan, pastor. SPECIAL NOTICE Don't fail to spend the evening Monday, March 23, at Sharp St. Mem. M. E. Church 8 p. m. and hear 50 voices of the old Sharp St. members in a real sacred concert. They will be assisted with the choir members of the old church. Silver offering. Mrs. E. J. Cole, Mrs. C. Navlor, Mrs. Fannie Johnson, Miss G. A. Frey, committee. WANTED—Several honest, industrious people to distribute Negro Lit. eture. Salary $60.00 per month. Prof Nichols, Box 161, Naperville, Ill. STOP PAYING RENT Be your own landlord. Let us show you how your rent money will buy and pay for your home. Thousands of houses have been bought through us by satisfied customers. IT DOSEN'T PAY Every cent you pay for rent is gone forever. You are never safely settled if you rent, as your house can be sold at any time. Now is the time to buy. It will pay you to call for our terms and list of property. Homeseeker's Realty Company 11 E. Fayette St. Phone St. Paul 2370 I WRITE Tornado & Windstorm INSURANCE If your property is not insured against damages done by tornadoes, and windstorms, consult me at once. Call. Write or Phone me. CHEAP RATES. Cartos C. Jennings Sen't. Collector and Ins. Agent 21 E. SARATOGA STREET Res: 535 WILSON STREET CHARLES TOLSON REALTY CO. CHARLES TOLSON REALTY CO. OFFICE: 506 BAKER STREET Houses Sold on the Lowest Terms in Any Part of the City. See my Large List of Two or Three Story Houses. Also Sewer Connection Without a Deposit. PHONE: 1903 Y--MADISON Or a Postal Will Bring Me to Your Docr. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished front room second story front. Apply to 1815 Druid Hill avenue. Nicely furnished second story front room for rent. Apply to 1815 Druid Hill avenue. FOR RENT—Nice furnished rooms reasonably to nice tenants. Apply 1411 Argyle avenue. FOR RENT—Furnished or Unfurnished, apply at 704 W. Lan. vale street. COMING ROLAND HAYES Famous Tenor of Boston Friday, May 8, 1914 Grand Recital By the Baltimore School of Music, assisted by Miss Eva Dykes, of Washington and the Mendelssohn Oratoria Society AT THE LYRIC Monday, April 20, 1914 Admission 75 Cents Good Music until 1 o'clock Mrs. L. A. RINGGOLD, Director STARLIGHT BROWN'S GROVE Books are now open for dates. For Excursions on Steamer Starlight to Brown's Grove. The Steamer Starlight is the only Excursion Steamer that is absolutely owned and operated by Colored People in the United States. Brown's Grove is the best and finest Resort that was ever opened to Colored People in the State of Maryland and with the many improvements that are now in progress and will be completed by the opening of the Season makes it equal to any of the white resorts. Book Your Dates now as the great inducements over last year have already brought on a rush for dates. No disorderly Organiation need apply for dates. No disorderly Person will be allowed passage. For further information apply every Saturday night or Sunday to George W. Brown, 1451 N. Carey St., Phone Madison 2669 M. or Walter R. Langley, 1418 Jefferson St. At Sharp Street M. E. Church, Dolphin and Etting Streets SUNDAY, MARCH 22nd, 1914, 3 P. M. Sermon by Rev. J. U. King, of St. Michaels, Md.; and at Ames M. E. Church, Carey and Baker Streets, at 3 P.M., Sunday 29th, 1914. Sermon by Rev. D. W. Shaw, Pastor The Public Is Cordially Invited to be With Us GEO. A. WATTY, Grand Chancellor JOSIAH DIGGS; Grand Keeper of Record and Seals Eastern Iron and Metal Co. Where You Get the Best Price Paid for Your Junk 1751 Orleans Street 610 N. Madeira Street PHONE: 2225 WOLF-M TEL. MADISON 3322-Y JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete A fine casket worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray or white plush highly polished oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearse either black, gray or white, to match casket, as desired; six heated car riages, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening grave advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, cru cifix when desired, rugs, chair s etc., all of the latest designs. Other Funerals as low as $25, $35, $40, $50. 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