The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER CIVIL SERVICE DOOMED IN THE SOUTH Startling Condition of Affairs Revealed In Investigation of Methods Employed to Oust Colored Men From the Atlanta Post Office INVESTIGATION CARRIED ON BY A SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Twenty-five Carriers and Six Clerks Lose Positions Since Last July-Whites Get Prizes For Efficiency When Negroes Have Highest Averages. VOL. XXII NO.31 CIVIL SERVI DOOM T Startling Condition of Affairs of Methods Employed From the Atlantic INVESTIGATION CARRIED ON BY OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN Twenty-five Carriers and Six Last July—Whites Get When Negroes Have (Special Correspondence of the Afro-American Ledger.) Atlanta, Ga, March 26.—That the days of colored civil service employees in the South are numbered if the Democrats continue in power seems certain. Following the appointment of Southern Democrats to important officials by President Wilson the work of making it hard for colored men already held civil service jobs began and every effort has made to keep from appointing colored eligibles to office. In Atlanta many colored men have lost their positions in the office of Collector of Internal Revenue and in the Postoffice Many of these men are college graduates and made efficient records for years, but the order seems to have gone down the line "that federal jobs are not for Negroes." Not a colored eligible has been appointed a substitute clerk, carrier in the local Postoffice since last July. 25 colored carriers and six clerks have been discharged from July 1 to March 1. Prizes offered for clerks who made the best efficiency records up to last Christmas were only for the whites, despite the fact that three colored clerks made the best records. The white man who was given a prize is said to have made fifteen errors. That colored clerks and carriers are not wanted is indicated by the fact that many white substitutes told people on their routes that they had received information from higher-up that all colored carriers would be, discharged Carriers who have served routes for a number of years are being taken off their routes and put on the outskirts on new routes in order to decrease their efficiency. The method is to place white subs under regular carrier for two or three weeks until he learns the route. The colored man is transferred and is given only one day's assistance by men who knew the route. The eligible list has been filled with whites. Not a colored man has been appointed to any position as regular or substitute since July, notwithstanding that many of them have made high marks. Civil Service rules and laws have been wholly disregarded. Special representative from the Postoffice Department said that "Many of you (addressing colored carriers only) are hanging on the precipice and many of you will fall over." Conditions in the railway mail service have grown worse for colored men and there is a demand in some quarters that colored clerks be eliminated. how discrimination against the Negro workers in the Atlanta Postoffice is toid in the following, from which the names of the sufferers are eliminated for obvious reasons: HOW DISCRIMINATION WORKS. Mr. A, clerk filled out application for transfer to carrier under duress. Was told that unless he applied for carrier that he would be accused of insubordination. Was appointed carrier. Sent out with regular man first day. Second day it snowed. He was sent out alone on a new route. Did not know streets and numbers and could not make the time required. When complaint was lodged, he stated that he did not know the route and could not make better time. He asked for substitute carrier to assist him, and was told that he would be compelled to pay a substitute, if he had one. He resigned, being unable to carry the route and rather than be discharged. Prior to his being changed to the carrier's work, an attempt had been made to have him make errors by changing overnight the labels on mail sacks which had been there for years. The Postmaster stated that he intended to rid the office of all colored clerks and would make them apply for positions as carriers. Wants no colored clerks in office. Many of the men who have been clerks for years are unable to perform the duties of carriers, and are forced to resign on account of their physical condition. Continued from Page 6 NEW SEGREGATION LAW PASSED BY NORFOLK COUNCIL Norfolk, Va., March 26.—Both branches of the Norfolk City Council last night adopted a new segregation ordinance to take the place of the one recently declared invalid by the police and city circuit courts. The new ordinance differs from the old one in few essentials, and the colored citizens apprehend little difficulty in having its unconstitutionality established. In voting against the ordinance councilman J. J. Pitt said, "I do not think the measure is just to the colored residents of the city and fer that reason cannot get the consent of my conscience to vote for it. I do not subscribe to the doctrine that 'might makes right' and regard human rights as being above property rights." Mr. Pitt was the only member of the city council to vote against the measure. The colored citizens of Norfolk will fight the ordinance in the courts. DEWAWARE CONFERENCE Wilmington. Del., March 27. The fifthi annual session of the Delaware M. E. Conference will convene at Zion M. E. Church next Wednesday and continue for five days. Ministers from all parts of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey and the eastern section of Pennsylvania will be in attendance. IDLEMAN RESIGNS FROM GAMMON Dr. Waters The New President Dr.J.W.E.Bowen, Former President, Elected Vice President, Elected Vice President Atlanta, Ga., March 25.—Rev. Dr. S. E. Idleman has resigned as president of Gammon Theological Seminary and Rev. Dr. Philip M. Waters, of New York State, elected to succeed him. Rev. Dr. J. W. E. Bowen, for many years a professor in the seminary and president just before the appointment of Dr. Idleman, has been elected a vice president and given an increase in salary. He has also been granted leave of absence for a year in order that he may go abroad for study. Dr. Bowen was educated at New Orleans and Boston Universities and is regarded as one of the most scholarly churchman in the country. He is a member of the Washington M. E. Conference and served as pastor of Centennial M. E. Church, Baltimore a quarter of a century ago. He has been mentioned for the M. E. bishopric a number of times. It is said that W. W. Foster, Jr. may be relieved from the presidency of Clark University at the end of the year. He has become very unpopular with the students, it is said, since the recent strike of students there. The university and the seminary are institutions under the control of the M. E. Church, and the latter is said to be the highest endowed institution of its kind maintained for the race in this country. When Dr. W. H. Crogman was relieved from the presidency of the university Dr. Bowen was relieved as head of executive department of the seminary, both positions given to Dr Idleman. It was not many months, however, Foster succeeded Idleman as head of the university, the latter being retained as head of the seminary. SUFFRAGETTES HOLD MEETING Wilmington, Del., March 26.—A number of women interested in the question of suffrage for their sex met at the residence of Mrs. George J. Sykes last Thursday night for the purpose of forming a club to study various aspects of the question. Following spirited addressed by Mrs. Sykes, Miss Alice G. Baldwin, Mrs. Bessie Dorrell and others, the Suffrage Study Club was organized with the following officers: Mrs. Alice M. Dunbar, president; Mrs. George J. Sykes, vice president; Mrs. Bessie Dorrell, secretary and Mrs. Fannie Hamilton, treasurer Among others present were: Mrs. J. B. Stubbs, Miss Sarah Tate, Mrs. M. Woodlen, Mrs. S. E. Hamilton, Mrs. Helen Anderson, Miss Caroline R. Williams, Miss Mary Taylor, Miss Nellie Nicholson and Miss Edwards. PRESENT PETITION FOR MORE SALARY Ellicott City, Md. March 26. A number of prominent residents of Howard count have presented a petition to the School Board asking that the salaries of colored teachers be increased and that an industrial school be established. The School Board promised to coopreate with its petitioners, in every way. The schools of the county will close on April 10. Among those in the delegat on were Rev. C. H. Young, J. H. Goodrich, Prof. A. N. Rogers, Mrs. Hattie Matthews, Mrs. Eva Blue and Mrs. Lloyd. A ROYAL WELCOME IN LOS ANGELES White and Colored Californians Vie With Each Other In Entertaining Noted Tuskegeean. Los Angeles, Cal., March 26.—When Dr. Booker T. Washington, the famous Tuskegee educator reached Los Angeles last week to begin his two weeks stay in Southern California, he was met at the Santa Fe-Station upon the arrival of the California Limited by a delegation of educators and prominent citizens headed, by Dr. John Baor, president of Occiletal College Los Angeles. Dr. Washington was carried to the Alexandria Hotel the famous Los Angeles Hostelry, where he found that rooms had been reserved for him and which were literally filled with flowers which had been sent to the hotel by prominent colored people various colored organizations. All of these California engagements have been arranged for by Dr. John Willis Bear; the first engagement arranged for him was at the first Congregational Church, Los Angeles, Sunday, morning, March 8th, Rev. Turk, pastor. The afternoon of that same day in the first Methodist Church, of Los Angeles, he spoke to a mass meeting in the interest of the colored Y. M. C. A. The one in charge being Mr. T. A Green, secretary, 831 San Pedro street, Los Angeles. On Tuesday the 10th, he spoke at the high school auditorium in Pasedena, a lecture given under the auspices of Throop College of Technology, Pasedena, the one in charge being President A. B. Scherer, Pasedena. On Wednesday March 1, he was at Pomona College, which is located at Cremont, the one in charge being President James A. Blaisdell. Thursday night, March 12, he spoke at a banquet given in his honor at the Hotel Virginia, Long Bench. This banquet is always an important function in connection with the State Y. M. C. A. convention. The one in charge of the arrangements was Secretary Sprunger, of the Y. M. C. A. of Los Angeles. Dr. Washington spoke at Pasadena again on Sunday afternoon, March 15, at four o'clock in the First Presbteryan Church, the pastor being Dr. Robert Freeman. Tuesday March 17th, he was at Redlands. Mr. Edgar Williams, being in charge of the meetings Friday morning he was the guest of the Friday Morning Club, Mrs. Seward Simons, South Pasadena, was the hostess upon the occasion. The first address in the auditorium of the Occidental College was attended by more than three thousand teachers, students and prominent educators of California. At the first Congregational Church, the Occidental College and other places where he has appeared, the colored citizens have vied with the leading white men to show him every possible courtesy. Mr. R. C. Owens, the well known real estate operator, invited a group of the most prominent colored men of Southern California to meet Dr. Washington at his home at a private reception; all of these men expressed most enthusiastically their approval of Dr. Washington's addresses at the First Congregational Church (white) and at Occidental College. His address in the interest of the Colored Y. M. C. A., brought toether one of the largest audiences of colored people ever assembled in these parts. This meeting was held in the First M. E. Church,the PRICE THREE CENTS WILSON DRAWS FIRST BLOOD Judge Terrell's Name Receives Favorable Consideration in The Committee on Judiciary (Special Correspondence.) Nashville, Tenn., March 26.—What is probably the most interesting campaign ever waged by a Colored Y. M. C. A. contempting the erection of a $100,000 building is in progress here. It opened last Friday night, and when the final rally takes place next Tuesday night, it is expected that the $30,000 mark will be exceeded. International Secretary J. E. Moorland is directing the campaign. There have been a number of large subscriptions. Henry Allen Boyd, Rev. R. H. Boyd, Rev. W. P. Beecham and Rev. Preston Taylor are among those who have subscribed $1,000. J. C. Napier, former register of the United States Treasury, gave $500. The local white Y. M. C. A. will give $45,000 and Julius Rosanwald, of Chicago $25,000. CITIZEN'S COMMITTEE WANT HOSPITAL DIRECTORS TO RESIGN At a meeting of the Citizens' Committee for Provident Hospital Monday night at the residence of the chairman, Mr. E. B. Taylor, a proposition was passed suggesting that the board of directors of the institution resign and that a committee of 100 be formed, who would select a new board of directors. The sponsors for this plan claimed that the present board is out of harmony with the people. This committee of 100, it was stated, was to each subscribe $5 to begin with and $1 a year thereafter. The project was bitterly assailed by several who declared that Provident Hospital had the support of the people, that it was absurd to think that the present board of directors would resign and turn over the hospital and its affairs to a committee whose chief obligation was to give $100 annually toward the expenses of running the institution. The proposition was passed, however, and sent to the board of directors for their consideration. DIFFEY TO SERVE DURING ILLNESS OF W. R. PETTIFORD (Special to Aro-American) Birmingham, Ala.. March 26.—Owing to the continued illness of W. R. Pettiford, president of the Alabama Penny Savings Bank, J. O. Diffey, a prominent business man, was elected acting president last Friday night. President Pettiford, who has been confined to his bed for sometime, has been granted an indefinite leave of absence. He has been at head of the institution since its formation in 1889. The acting president is also one of the founders. The bank has grown wonderfully, and is now housed in a six story home, which it built a little over a year ago. It has branched in Montgomery, Annaiston and Selma, Ala. Mr. Pettiford is 66. He was at one time a teacher and later became pastor of a Baptist Church. He is president of the National Negro Bakers' Association. --- largest white Methodist Church in the city, which was literally packed, hundreds being unable to gain admission. A notable courtesy was shown Dr. Washington here last week when the eighteen city and county judges invited him to have a correctional conference with them. He was also invited by one of the judges to sit with him on the bench during one of his court sessions, but so far, has not been able to take advantage of this invitation. MANY $1,000 PLEDGES IN NASHVILLE Y. M. C. A. CAMPAIGN Washington, March 26.—President Wilson and Attorney General McReynolds, both Southern born, have won out in the first skirmish for the confirmation of Robert H. Terrell as member of the bench of the Municipal Court of the District of Columbia. The Senate Committee on Judiciary favorably reported the nomination Monday, Four Senators—Overman, of North Carolina; Shields, of Tennessee; Reed, of Missouri, and Hoke Smith, of Georgia, voted against favorable consideration. Had Fletcher, of Florida, been present his vote would have been recorded the same way. Though Vardaman and Hoke Smith have announced that they will make a fight against Terrell on the floor of the Senate it seems most likely that he will be confirmed. Mr. Terrell is highly endorsed and is said to have been the best equipped man on the municipal bench. Attorney General McReynolds is said to have high regard for his ability. PYTHIANS OUT IN LARGE NUMBERS Members of local lodge of Knights of Pythias, a thousand strong, and they filled Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church last Sunday afternoon, at which time a special sermon was preached by Rev. J. U. King of St. Michaels, Md. He held the attention of the large audience or more than an hour, his subject being "Love" which he said was one of the fundamental principles of the order. Brief addresses were delivered by Councilman Harry S. Cummings, Rev. Dr. M. J. Naylor and Grand Chancellor George A. Watty, who presided. The Uniform Rank, which includes the uniformed sisters, presented an imposing appearance under the command of Gen. Lewis E. Williams. The Courts of Calanthe were also out in large numbers, headed by Mrs. Rosa J. Richardson, the grand worthy councilor. "UNCLE DAN" DEAD The funeral of William Daniel Pennington, who died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Maria Gans, Monday night, was held at his late home, 1030 Argyle avenue, Thursday afternoon. The services were conducted by Rev. N. M. Carroll. "Uncle Dan," as he,was called by everybody was born in this city 66.years, and had hosts of friends. He was an uncle of the late Joe Gans, lightweight champion of the world, and saw Joe begin the career that made him a worldwide character. He was a member of the Nonpareil Assembly, a delegation from which attended the funeral services. Besides his sister, he is survived by a neice, Miss Julia Gans, a student at the Colored High School, and a nephew, James Gans. TO STOP WHITES FROM Washington, March 26. -A bill was introduced in Congress last Saturday making it illegal for white and colored people to intermarry in the District of Columbia. THRIFTY CENTER OF EDUCATION UNDER GOOD MANAGEMENT. Work of an Institution In Atlanta With a Large Enrollment and Excellent Equipment Ranks Among Foremost Schools In the South—President Fountain's Fine Leadership. Atlanta, Ga-Morris Brown university, with 950 students, ranks with the leading institutions of the country for the training of boys and girls for future usefulness. The commercial department is yet new. Nevertheless there have gone from it six young men and women who are filling responsible positions. The domestic science department is one of the best equipped in the city and has competent instructors. The other departments are printing, tailoring, college, normal and theological. At the head of the school is Rev. W. A. Fountain, D. D., Ph. D., who is a native of Elberton, Ga., Oct. 20, 1870, being the date of his birth. He received his foundation for an education in Elberton through the public schools, and from there he entered Clark university, Atlanta, Ga. While a student he became a Christian and joined Allen Chapel A. M. E. church in Atlanta. From Clark he went to Allen university, one of the schools of the A. M. E. church, and graduated in 1892. From Allen university, Columbia, S. C., he returned to Atlanta and took a theological course at Morris Brown university, graduating with honor. Then he registered in 1898 as a nonresident student of Central university, Indianapolis, Ind. After three years of hard work he received the degree of bachelor of divinity. After two A. B. years more of hard work at the same school he received the degree of doctor of philosophy. His degrees have come to him from actual work. He has done post graduate work at the University of Chicago and is one of the best scholars of his church in this country. Like many young men, he spent some of his early life in the schoolroom as a teacher, so that when the presidency of Morris Brown university was offered him after the death of President E. W. Lee he was prepared for the position. He has spent much of his life in preparing for the work which he is now doing so well. Bishop Flipper licensed him to preach, and it is predicted by many that Bishop Flipper will be the one to ordain him to the episcopacy. As a pastor or presiding elder he has rendered efficient service. He has served acceptably in such charges in Georgia as Bethel, Athens; St. Paul's, Washington; Turner chapel, Marietta, and has been presiding elder over the Athens (Ga.) district and pastor of St. Stephen's church. During his ministerial career he has added many to the church, paid many church debts, built churches and parsonages, the last parsonage being the one in Macon, Ga. By actual work he has made many friends, and he continues to make them. Much of his time is spent in study and fitting young men and women to do service for others. No man in the A. M. E. church is more devoted to the progress of his race than Rev. William A. Fountain. He has added much to Morris Brown university since 1911, and many have been the changes for good. The college band and the military department are of much personal interest to the young men. The coming of Bishop Flipper to the district has been a boon to the school. The bishop is a former president of the college and was elected bishop, from the school. He has desired to see it go forward and has entered into hearty accord with President Fountain. Flipper hall is the name of a dormitory which has been erected and dedicated to the higher development of the boys. Cement walks and stone steps add much to the appearance of the buildings. Dr. Fountain is in favor of anything that means the higher development of the race. C. EDITOR=J. H. MURPHY TENDERED A COMPLI- MENTARY DINNER As a tribute to the firm stand that the Afro-American Ledger has always taken in matters affecting the interests of the race, a number of citizens gathered at the home of Mr. Alexander Williams 1028 Druid Hill avenue last Friday night where an informal dinner was given in honor of John H. Murphy its managing editor. Those present were men who had watched with interest the growth of the newspaper and its many fights for what it regarded as the best interest of the race. Following the disposal of a delightful repast toasts were responded to. John W. Rich acted as toastmaster. A number of the speakers mentioned the political situation as it affects the race and expressed the hope that the Republicans and Progressives would be able to bury their differences so that a united front could be made against Democracy. Mr. Alexander Williams declared that the race leaders of this city and State should try to stem the tide of decreasing Negro registered voters in the State so as the race would be in a better position politically to fight for its own interests. Messrs. James M. Bright, Clarence Bright, Rev. J. W. MacDonald, John W. Martin, Dr. E. J. Wheatley, David T. Harrod, D. Sedgwick and Jeremiah A. Stafford aslo made informal talks in which they praised the Afro-American Ledger for it fighting for race betterment. In introducing the guest of honor, Mr. Rich said that as editor he had always been in the vanguard fighting for the interests of the race, and that race repressive measures had been hated many times through the efforts of the Airo-American Ledger. He also paid a tribute to it for its political independence. In responding, Mr. Murphy said that he appreciated the spirit that prompted the presence of those at the dinner. He declared that a race editor should not be severed from the path of duty by ulterior or financial motives. The editorial columns of a newspaper, he went on to say, should never be sold for any consideration and he averred that the editor who kept himself free from entangling political alliances is in a better position to serve the race, and that the Afro-American Ledger had always pursued that policy and would continue so to do. CHESTERTOWN CHIT-CHAT Chestertown, Md.,! March 24. — Brothers of Unity Lodge No. 8645 and Uplift Household of Ruth, No. 4511, Odd Fellows turned out at Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday night to honor the memory of Peter Ogden, founder of the Order. The sermon was delivered by Rev. J. A. Young after which Philip Henson, Marshall Jones and Harrison Hamilton made addresses. Miss Mattie Wright, who has been quite ill for several weeks is out again. THE AFRO·AMERICAJ LEDGER "My hands have been read by many Palmists, but a reading from Osman, the celebrated Roumanian Palmist convinced me. He is the greatest and most correct of life readers."—E. A. Lawson, Supt. The Siegel Cooper Co. "Osman's Reading are wonderfully good." G. Archihald, M. D. "Osman's Readings are accurate and reliable." Rev. Dr. Lock "Osman, the celebrated Roumanian Palmist and Author is no fortune teller, but a man of SCIENCE, also gifted, and well indored by press and public." Anton Neidle the Great musical Composer Anton Seidle the Great musical Composer "Your hands are open books to Osman. He is honest and frank and explains to you the true meanings of the lines and marks and gives you good advice how to improve your character and all conditions of life." Ludovisi, the French Dramatic Author "Osman read my inmost mind; was very wonderful." Count F. C. von Dubrowski "Osman is the greatest in the world." Society Times "Osman possesses the only correct method of Life Reading in existence." West Side Journal "Osman's predictions have been veri- fied." Evening world "Osman was very clever and told many wonderful things to our representative who called on him." Morning Telegraph Hours 10 A. M. To 9 P. M. Sundays Closed NO CHARGE UNLESS CORRECT Too busy to answer letters, so don't write to me to read for you by mail, come if you can, but don't write. Let Leo S. Osman The Roumanian Scientific Palmist Read your Hands. 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Send two cent stamp for free book containing testimonials, 1914 and 1915 calendars, also what STRENTH & LIFE is, and why it cannot fall to IM-PROVE HEALTH On page 6 the boy or girl is the same before and after taking Strength and life. Sold by all druggists and at the office of Dr. David Campbell. Lung and Nerve Specialist, 1869 N. Carey St., Baltimore, Md. Call or write. Good agents wanted 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 E. F. RANDALL BAGGAGE EXPRESS Trunks and Baggage Haul'd To All Parts of the City 551 Laurens Street NIXON BROS. MERCHANT TAILORS Dyeing, Cleaning, Pressing, Repairing Suits and Overcoats made to order 1302 Pennsylvania Ave. Madison 3732M Work called for WE HAVE IT Madison 4125-2785 TERRELL & McNEILL PHARMACISTS "Different from the rest." Cor. Carey and Presstman Streets H. L. JOHNSON'S Haggage Express 544 Lanvale St. nr. Penna' Ave. Res. 1526 Druid Hill Ave. near Mc Mechen Street W. A. Jones' Tonsorial Parlor Successor to W. H. Moss ...1428 Pennsylvania Avenue... Professional Buff Hair Cutter Children's Hair Cutting Phone, Madison 1197 M JACOB G. BECKETT 2231 DRUID HILL AVENUE Furniture and Pianos Carefully Removed in City or Country Green's Prescription Pharmacy, Cor. Carey and Winchester Sts. Prescriptions filled at moderate prices. Cigars, Tobaccos, Sodas, Sundaes. A Full Line of Patent Medicines. C. & P. Phone FRANK A. SIMMONS House Painter 1932 DRUID HILL AVENUE L. H. DAVENPORT New and Second Hand FURNITURE, CARPETS, Etc. 1006 Pennsylvania Ave. GEORGE H. SIDDONS FLORIST Pennsylvania Ave. cor George St Everything in Flowers GEO. F. BLACKISTONE 1315 PENNA AVENUE Shoe Repairing While You Wait My work has no equal. My prices can't be beat Work called for and delivered WM. H. LAYTON EXPRESS FOR HIRE 606 LANVALE STREET Baggage called for and delivered to all parts of F. City and R.K. Depots Telephone Madisou 3732 Y PROF. J. W. ALLEN TONSORIALIST DERMATOLOGIST Electric Emporium Electric Massage. Open 8 to 9 p.m. 420 DRUID HILL AVENUE Baltimore, Md. Phone Character is the Best Capital WM. R. PARKER Real Estate Broker and Investor Property bought and sold on easy terms 917 Bruid Hill Avenue MRS. ROBERTA CREDITT 1919 Druid Bill Avenue Exclusive styles in MILLINERY MISS SADIE HICKS 204 W. HENRIETTA STREET Agent for the Rubber finish Art Goods, Hand Painted Bureau and Washstand Scarfs An economy for the housewife. A specialty for hotel and boarding houses. Write at once All mail orders promptly attended. Facial Massage, Wet and Dry, Shampoo, Scalp Treatment, Manicuring Address: 1814 Drnid Hill Avenue Residential Calls MRS. MAMIE E. JONES HAIR DRESSER Will buy your Combinings. Good Prices Given. Try my Gem Tonic and Gem Pomade. Guaranteed to Make Hair Grow 1506 PRESSTMAN STREET D. Webb Johns 1502 N. MOUNT STREET Phone Madison 4812 Bibles Book Agent Solicitor for the Afro-American Ledger I LEAD-OTHERS FOLLOW I carry a full Line of Human Hair Goods Combings made in puffs and braids Madame J. CREDITT'S Hair Dressing, Face Massage and Manicuring Parlors 1140 Druid Hill Avenue Entrance on Dolphin St., 3rd floor. "Hair Dresser to Society" Of course there are other Hair Dressers BUT ONLY ONE POINDEXTER EXPERT JASSAGING AND MANICURING 833 DRUID HILL AVE. 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 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. N FUNERAL DIRECTOR Coaches to hire for all occasions MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. 'Phone Mount Ver ...JOHN H. e TO 142 W. HILL ST THE UP-TO-DATE U Who can urnish a funeral for $10.00 and He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, ate., from his own stables at the most re- come to see him, j friends and Patrons of the late HEMSLEY Funeral Director and Embalmer in the general public that I have taken up the business will endeavor to sustain the reputation he bore as a funeral and Embalmer. Thanking the public for all past favors, insurance of the same. I am respectfully yours, AUEL T. HEMSLEY DIRECTOR & EMBALMER All occasions Funerals from $75.00 N OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Phone Mount Vernon 2578 JH N H. TOADVIN.... 42 W. HILL STREET, P-P-TO-DATE UNDERTAKER General for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and marriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions at the most reasonable rates. You need come to see him, just call FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions Funerals from $75.00 Up MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. 'Phone Mount Vernon 2578 Who can urnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, ste., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call Robert A. Elliott Miller's Leading Undertaker 6 ROGERS AVE. Eng, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Funeral Under Tire Carriages for hire for all occasions. Phone Day or Night. FELIX B: PYE, Sr. Berry St. Nr. Calver GENERAL DIRECTOR::: C. & P. PHONE Not Connected with any other file be offered for the detection of per- ing business under the name of Robert A. ..Baltimore's Leading 506 ROGERS Expert Embalming, Courteous Atten Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages Both Phone. FELIX B: P 102 E. Mulberry St. ::::FUNERAL DI C. & P. PH No Branches. Not Connected A reward will be offered for sons doing business un 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 detection of per- sons doing business under the name of Felix B. Pye Sr. Phone, Mt. Vernon 3603 SINGER SEWING MACHINES R. H. BUTLER, SINGER SEWING MACHINES 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 and this year we are makinfi a better offer. To anyone we types Singer Machines making a first payment of sand machine for the girls will be given absolutely machines, you should own one. We endeayone right and just. If anything from our love satisfactory, see us first. There will goes to you. 'S, most equipped repair shop up town. Hill Avenue. Phone Mad. 4984-Y. anywhere in the city, and this year we are ma- buying one of our five types Singer Machi- $5.00 a new Singer hand machine for the FREE. In regard to machines, you shou- vor to treat everyone right and just store does not prove satisfactory, s be no extra charges to you. R. H. BUTLER'S, most equipped 1211 Druid Hill Avenue. anywhere in the city, and this year we are makinf 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'S, most equipped repair shop up town. 1211 Druid Hill Avenue. Phone Mad. 4984-Y. 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It cleaned the dandruff and stopped the hair from falling within five days using it. Here is my picture you can see for yourself. [Image of a man with a mustache and a suit] rons of the late Funeral Director and Embalmer that I have taken up the business in the reputation he bore as an singing the public for all past favors I am respectfully yours. HEMSLEY & EMBALMER Funerals from $75.00 Up BIDDLE ST. Mon 2578 OADVIN.... STREET, UNDERTAKER up; caskets for $3.00 and up. Weddings, Parties, Receptions, seasonal le rates. You need not just call 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. Elliott g Undertaker.. S AVE. Indants, Shipping Funeral, for hire for all occasions. Day or Night. VE, Sr. Nr. Calvert. RECTOR::: ONE with any other firm the detection of per- der the name of e Sr. on 3603 MACHINES BUTLER, kinifi a better offer. To anyone ones making a first payment of girls will be given absolutely build own one. We endea- t. If anything from our see us first. There will repair shop up town. phone Mad. 4984-Y. GROWER Atlanta, Ga. Exelento Medicine Co. Gentlemen: I am sending you my picture to show you how your Exelento Quinine Pomade have made my hair to grow. It have grown 10 inches within 4 months, and it does do what you claim it will. Yours. ————— MARYLAND HAPPENINGS News Gathered in Various Sec oss of the State by Our Correspondents. ROCRVILLE SOTES ‘veeeisi ¢ dfraedmiencon Ledg 2 Poexvile. Md.. March 26.—Mr. J. RK. Davos. of the Lota U.S. Cavalry, wa9 Visited Aig. mother, sister 80 relatives has gone with hig division to. West Point, N.Y. He expects to leave for Mexico shortly. Mrz. Minsie Baker, Miss Janie Washington and Miss Virginia Gritis have been visiting relatives. The two came here from. Ridge- wood. Ned, Mr. E. E. Boyd, widower and Mrs. Los'sa Johason, widow, were qnhed ig marriage at Zion par- sanage by Rev. T. E. Roach. Mmes. T. E. Roach, Efile Saun- gers. Mageis Yeagger and Rev. T. FE, Raaen and Edward Bovd and wife were visiting ia Washington last week. Mrs, Hoash has engaged two con- testants. Misses Ethel Sauth and Ciara Ciagge:. The one selling the largest number of tickets will be awarded. Mrs. Rachel Duifin was taken seriously i and ‘carried to he: home ise: week. Mrs. Virgie Ovturt, of Baltimore is acting a: nurse ig the bedroom where har aged mother. sick father, and sick nephew are ising. Rev. J. C. Love had a successful raily at one of his charges. He is preparing for this annual confer- ence and is making every attempt to carry Up @ round report. Pastor of Clinton A. M. E. Zion Church hopes to raise all his general claims Easter. All. wh nave raily e:velopeu are requested to raise not jess than 22. DENTON ITEMS (Special to The Afro-American Ledges.) Denton. Md., March 25.—Mrs. M. J, Bryact is improving slowly, Mrs, Eliza J. Smith who ha: been spending some time at Phila- delphia, haz‘ returned home much improved. Rev. J, G. Bryant is preparing for conferesce. Rev. F. T. Joanson will preach his lest sermon at. John Westey M E. Church sext Sunday night, for this conference year, Men's Day will be held at Union Bethel A. M. E. Chareh April 5th. Mr. &. T. Bailey, the son of one of ovr prosperous farmers and who ewok a Texas bride last summer has gone to Baltimore where he ex- pects to open a business establish- inert. Master Armstead Williams, who has been sutering from a recent attack of billious fever is convales- cent. Nir, Joseph H. Hayman ead wite are rejoicing over a fine son. Mother and son are doing well. Mrs. Adeline Lewis has heen in- vite? a: Winchester, Md.. to address the iadies on Woman's Day March 25. Mrs. Cora Chase who has suifered preumonia is able to be out again. Purchase the Afro-American Ledger at A. M. E. parsonage. SNUW HILL JOTTINGS USpecial to Fhe Afro-American Ledger.) Snow Hill, Md., Mareh 26.— Mrs, Lizzie Williams and Mrs Ida Stantford have retureed to Atlantic City after spending a few days home with parents. Mr, Regina! Dennis of Millsboro, Del., was in town this week. Messrs.’ George and Edward Allen, spent Suaday in Girdletree, Md., the guest of Miss Armatha Colliek, Capt. W. E. Rounds is home aiter being treated in the Marine Hospital. Mr. William Selby of George- town, Dei, is home visiting friends. Mr. and..Mrs. Harry” Johnson, have a fine bouncing boy. nate Lola Wise is on the sick Mrs. Mary Covington, of Phila- delpnia, is home visiting her grandmother and friends. Mr: Joshua ‘Wardof, of Girdle- tree, .Md.,: and, Miss‘Annie Drain, of Lewes Delaware, weré married Monday night by Rev. E. J. Henry. : *Miss Thelmar ‘Jewett left here Monday: to ‘spend some time with her grandmother at.Crisfield. Md. “Mrs. Lavinia’ Jewett’ left here Tuesday to spend some time. with her mother, Mrs. “Green at St. Michaels, Md., before going to conference, eS. Mr. Warrie;Stevengon, of Girdle- tree spent Menday in town. Miss -Henrietta Boyer, was a visitor at the closing exercises of the Johnson's Neck public school. LONG-GREEN BRIEFS iSpecist to The. Atro-Americas Ledger.) Long Greea, Md.. March 23.— Very few atiended service et. Mi. Zion A. M. E. Church on lest Sunday on scewuai of ithe inclem- ent weather. o The pupils of Greenwood will soon oceupy their sew schcol build. ing which is being ereeted by, Messrs. Cabel and Elfjeh Gwynn. Mr. and Mrs, Arthur A. Scerretta, former residence of Long Green will make their future home in; Chicago. Te ig rumored thas Rev. W. Tu: Broxn will soon become a veredict. ; Mrs. Roberta Gayon is_indisyos-’ ed a NEWS FROM CUMBERLAND . Special co the Afro-American Ledget, | Cumberland. Md.. March 28.— The body of Mr. Charles Gray, who died here on Mondry, was shipped to Fredericksburg. Va., for burial. Mrs, Amanda Palmore has re- wurned from Mugnolia W. Va, where she went on business. Mrs. Mary Cooper,oz Jennstewn, Pa... spent a few days here visitisg her mother-in-lew, Mrs. Sallie Burgee. ev. WH. Tandy, who lectured at Ebenezer Baptist Chureh on Thursday night leit Friday for Mergantown. Pa, The concert at the M. E. Chureh jast Fridey night given by. Mrs. G. B. Overton, was a great success. Mrs Nora F. Taylor,of Chicago, is conducting a very suecessfu! re- vival at the Metropolitan A.M. E. Caurch. Rev. P. H. Harris, of Virginia, filled the pulpic in the M. E. Church on Sunday owing to the ill- ness of Rev. J, W, Waters. Mr. Robert Moviton who has been il! for sometime,is able to be out again, The annual sermon to the Knights of Pythigs and Court of Calanthe will be preached at the ‘M.E. Caureh on Sunday night. ‘The third ennval banguet will be held at the hali cn Monday under the management of Mrs. Amanda Palmore. The members and friends of the A. M. E. Church surprised Rev. and Mes. J. D. Jackson on Monday night by a donation of groceries and other geod things. The com- mittee was lead by Mrs. M. E. Rhodes and an address was given by Mr, Wm. H. Campbell. Mr. John Gordon has returned from Virginia where he went to bury his father. Rev. J. H. Dutton of Frostburg, visited her on Tuesday. On the sick list are Mrs. Bessie Williams, Mr. J. A. Wilson and Moses Lucas. NEWS OF CAMBRIDGE (special to the Atro-american Ledger.) Ca:nbridge Md., March 26.— One of the Hnest dramas ever pre- sented in Cambridge was given at ‘the Assembiy rooms Thursday night ‘under the direction of Miss Helen ‘Eaves and Mrs. Helen Culeman Waters. assisted by Miss Ethel ‘Kian, Mrs. Nellie Gillis, Miss Viola Boggs, Mrs. Jennie Wilson, ‘Mr. Joseph Waters, Prof. Alonzo Long, Clarence Jones, Brice Cole- ‘man, Cstus.Sc. Clair, and Melvin ‘Kiah. Two plays were presented ‘cEsther’’ or ‘‘Eyther’’ and ‘Two mueh Marriage.’’ The entertain: ‘ment was given for the benefit of ‘Waugh M. E. Chureh, Rev. S. S. Jolley, pastor. This club with that which pre- sented ‘Dr. Cure All’? under the direction of Mrs. Bertha St. Clair, assisted by Miss Edna Wilson, Ais Lillian Coleman, ‘Miss -Inez'Pinder, Miss Hattie Douglas, Miss Viola Chase, Miss Gertrude Stafford, Miss Lillian Wilson, Mr. Thomas Mills, M. Brice Coleman have ‘each frequent.-calls to present their drama through the state. The ‘services.at Waugh M. E Church were largely attended Sun- day. In the afternoon the pastor preached a special sermon on ‘‘The Handwriting on’ the Wall.’’ The audience, was largely composed of waite people among whom was the Hon. Emerson C, Harrington, State Comptrolier. - 7 The. pastors’ : wifé, ‘Mrs. Fannie Jolley arranged thé . servicés”:for the Ladies.Aid'Society../-. The funeral of “the -late Leah Camper was held:at Waugh.M. F. Chureh Friday afternoon. ‘The services were conducted ~by,.S._S. Jolley, assisted : by: the. Revs. W. H. Manokoo and N. J. Waters,- > GATONSVILLE NEWS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) “ Oe - Catonsville, -Md., March» 26.—A birthday, party. was tendered Mr. Charles: Matthews. by his daughter, THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER )Mrs.. Ella Hayes, Thursday night. | The junicr choir of Grace A. 'M. EL Cherch will sing at O2k ‘St. ALM. EL Chureh Susday. | Uncle Sam’s birthday. a play ‘given by the Willise Workers of Grace A. ME. Church will give ‘this pley at $1, Luke A. of EL Chereh, Ellicott City next week, | Mr. Bill Gross who has teen ill at his home, Calvertcn Road, is able to go absur his room. Mr. William T, Smith end Miss Clara E, Hal! were quierly married Sunday evening at the parsonage of Rev. C. H. Young, Eilieote City. A host of their friends were present, Tne following were elected Trustees of Grace A. M. E. Church Tuesday night: David Turner, Wm. Ridout, Thomas Johnson, Oden Williams, Sr., Frank Duck- eit. Thomas Gaither, Maude Ben- ett, Amos Wilson and Cnarles Henson. Mrs, Georgia Murray, Mariah Murray, Alice Tyler, Mrs. Daniel Harris and Mrs. Naney Ebbs attended the Mite Missionary con- vention at Annapolis last week. A surprise party was tendered Mr. Jerry Adams Friday night headed by Mrs. Mary Lee and others, Mrs, Adams has been sick all the winter. ST, MICHELS WAFTISGS sSpeciat to The Atro-American Ledger.) St. Michaels, Md.. Maren 26.— A sermon was preached to the lodge of Knights of Pythias at the A. M. E. Zion Chureh Sunday. Rey. W. A. Turner occupied the pulpit. ‘“"Wild) Man‘ Brown is conducting services at the A. M. E. Zion Chureh. Presidiag Elder E. H. Carrs wil! condact the quarterly meeting Sunday. Mus; Helen Hopkins has returned fron Raltimore where she spent the winter with her sister, Mrs. Alreta Hughes. Mr. John Kirby is ill in Balti- more. Mrs. Florence Downs is visiting in Baitimore. Mrs. Annie Rayfield has recover- ed from her recent illness. A fine concert was given at Samaritan Hail tonight under the direction of Mrs. Annie Janes. POCOMOHE HAPPENINGS (Special to The Atro-Aineican Ledger.) Pocoroke City, Md., March 26.— Miss Lydia Jackson of Princess ‘Anne, who spent part of the winter with her aunt, Mrs. Leven Ward was taken to the Salisbury Hos- pital to undergo an operation last week. A musical and literary entertain- ment under the auspices cf Robert Gillet Lodge. Rev. J. W. Bond made a fitting speech and Prof. Stephen H. Long presented Brother Isaac M. Collier sith a past master’s jewel, to which he re- sponded in thankit! terms. Miss Lucy Allen who is attend- ing school at Princess Anne, was a visitor at the home of Mrs, William Dickersoa. Mr. Daniel H, Archer, of Chin- toceagce, Va., spent a few days here this week. -Caprain W. E. Rounds has so far recovered from an aitack of the grip that he arrived at his home in Snow Hill on Friday. Mr. Noah Gunby spent a few days ‘a Snow Hill this week. Mr. David Carroll and sons.of Princess Anne, spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leven Ward. ANNAPOLIS NEWS ‘Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Annapolis, Md., March 26.— Men's Duy services at Mt. Moriah ‘\. M. E. Church were largely at- tended Sunday, March 15. Bishop L. J. Coppin preached in the morn- ing, R. M. Davis presided. In the afternoon addresses were delivered by Rev. 5. S. Wormley and Thaddeus Cepeland, of Balti- more. William Colbert presided. Bishop Coppin: filled the pulpit again. at night. Wiley Bates pre- sided. $280 was raised. A musical concert -and supper was given Monday maht. Bishop Coppin: spent Sunday and Monday here, and met many persons. He preached at Mt. Olive Chureh. Camp Parole, Sunday afternoon. The return of Rev. P. W. Worthem as pastor of Mt. Moriah A. M.. E. Church has been asked. During the year he has succeeded in creating greater interest'in the work of the church, EASTON BREEZSS (Special to the Afro-American, Ledger) : Easton, Md.,. March 26.—Mr. Simon Cooper, of 47 Vine street left Easton:- Sunday night for Baltimore to have a cork leg at tached to his left: limb. : The Sisters .of the White ‘Cap ‘Association led by Mrs: Jenny Ban- -. M, TREGOR & SONS x Superior Hair Dressing: 5 PRINCESS COMB AND HEATER... To be used by coders Ladies acd Children to dress the Hair to any stylis® fashion. JE ea -HAIR FOOD * Sorpnd 3 PISS Unequsiled for softening and besutifying the vO il Sis) PES heir and promotes s luxuriant growth, gneran- oa US REAR tecdto be free trom sli injurious chemical s bee ted should be usd aa the, most proper bal’ _ © FEASSS Dressing tor Ladies and children, 2% | LS. GY DIRECTION—Reb thoroughly into : oye Saal the hair and comb hair to suit style “> TUE) Ss GEN Prices of Superior Hair Dressing in the un” oes known original red bozes: Eas eet Large boxes, 25. Single bos. 15e., orderes cygos hie S by mail, 2. send tS SSSES Medium red tin box single 25. Oruered SE by mail, 40¢ Draggist snd Notion Stores should keep this Superior Hair Dressing in stock Please ask in the next store for it or write direct to us. Price Zor wholesale sent on spolicstion, fi, TREGOR & SONS (Ete Stee eee + ESS Ss Cy (AE if SS VEG LEU Le EET a a Ss hee 3 ey, eae. fj = VLE: dy, Pegs ates : : PLELITAISERSICASA I Bay | fi LEE A ESS ATE gp CJ Process | VX - Se Soe ee ne Price of Princess Comb, $1.00. Heater 50c extrs Directions to be nsed will be mailed with every order, M, TREGOR& SONS. Wholesale Manufacturers of Perfumeries and Toilet Anticles > (131 E. Baltimore Street, . - Baltimore. Md. 1229 E. Street, N. W. : : Washington, D. Gs (tom held @ grand relly Sunday at | the Asbdure M. E. Church. f° fr, Phillip Rakes, of Bal:imore /made 2 snort visit to Easton | Sanday, | Mr. James Gates, formerly of this efty was quietly married at Oxforé to Miss Ella Winchester, March 12, Thev are spending their bonermoon in Easton. Mr, fseac Turner, the assistant colored school teacher, has been real sick bet, is now able to do sehoel! duties. Mr, John Biaeksos,of Hammosd- tows, has purchased a building jot irom Mr. John Turner who lives in the same town. Mr. Blackson will belld 2s soon as the weather is favorable. Mrs. Sophia Resin gave a fine St. Patrick supper at her residence West Port Si.. The proceeds for Asbury M. E. Church. SALISBURY HAPPENINGS (Special to The Afro-Americas Ledger.) : Salisbury, Md.. March 28,— Nearly Zour hundred people crowd- ved John Wesley M. E. Church fase | Thursday evening to witness the | greaz mock conference, It was the event of the season. The proceed: pwere $102.37, Mrs. Marm P. | Johnson organized the movement. The John Wesley Church bas closed up its work for this confer- ence year with the best report in its history. This church leads the eptire Salisbury District in its henevolences. | Rev, C, W. Pallett sill preach ja John Wesley this Sunday morn- | ing and the pastor, Rev. R. G. Waters will preach his farewell sermon in the evening far this con- ference year. ‘ Mr. Howard Leonard and Miss Katherine Browo were married last Wednesday evening by the Rev. R. G. Waters. Mrs. Maggie Dennis is still very ill. $. T. Houston wili be a visitor at the sessions. of the Delaware | conserence. The members of Mt. Ellen Bap- tist Chureh have extended a call to Rev. J. F, Fields of Pittsburg, Pa. Miss Bessie Leonard attended the funeral of Mrs. Oliver the wife of Rev. Oliver, of Washington. Dr. T. H. Kiah of Princess Anne Academy. preached in Jako Wesley last Sunday morning. | Funeral services were largely attended over the remains of Mr, Jacob Jones in Whites Chapel last Monday. Rev. L. D. Beechon preached the sermon. Mrs. Julia U. Langston has re- covered after a slight illness. - Ss ee ee RETEST reer sere EE ek AT HEAT A Hn He es USE THE EURERAZCOMB;PRICK.$1,50 With Lamp Cap For Heating. 4 combination of metal electriiving influences Straightening crimpy hair! Most conveniest and Satisfactory. wctine J} BEWARE OF IMITATIONS. J Nie fs, . MAKES HAIRGROW. ' # \8( )s/ % Mrs Mitchell's Improved Hair Creams HVA 3 : if eh Price 35 Cents Large Jars. & § A Makesthe Bair Soft and Glossy. «Stops failing Haid On NAR A ‘Try it for the thin places on your temples, Re da" Not greasy—will not gum. : J SCALP TREATMENT. HAIR STRAIGHTENING, _Mrs,"Alice E. Mitchell—Office For The Eureka Comb} 2121 DRUID HILL AVENUE . NOWUS;)YOUR CHANCE. MAIL ORDERSPROMPTLY ATTENDED, | FREDERICK SIFTING (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Frederick, Md.. Mareh 26.— Mr. Samue! Dixon is in the city or business. Edward Walker, Stanley. Hurd and Ignatius Snowden gave a min: strel show at Jefferson, Thursday night. Mrs. Mary Davis iz much better. Rev. L J. Valentine preached t¢ the Knights of Pythias last Sunday, | Mr. Edward Walker, one of ow progressive young men is doing }good work in Frederick, : Mr. John Murdock. who has beet Hee sick, is slightly improving. NOTICE—DO YOU WANT LONG AND BEAUTIFUL HAIR? if ec .. MADAM M. THOMPSON will treat your hair with Mme. C, J. Walker’s Wonderful Hair Grower, which is guaranteed to make ° hair grow. 2143 BEIVISION STREET : # C. & P. Phone, Madison 3464 M. naira | MME. M. A, HUNTER | Beautifying Parlor .. 1324 Druid Hill Ave. 1 Scalp Treatment. Facial Massage, Manicuring 25 cents { Straightening 2 Specialty. Combings Made Up. 1 Mme. Hunter will continue her classes of instruction: in } above branches as usual. WINCHESTER INKLINGS (Ssepeial to The Afro-American Ledger.) | Winchester, Va.. March 26.—- The Young People’s Day heli : John Mann M.-E. Chureh was ¢ financial and spiritual success. The recent revivals held at Mt. Carmel, Free Baptist Church anc St. Paul A, M. E. Church were very successful. Rev. B. F. Newson, pastor A | M. E. Church Western W. Va. -assisted Rev, W. W. Roberts anc Evangelist W. A. L. Hanarck assist: ed Rev. W. P. Fisher. ‘Mrs. Sadie Dangerfjeld and her brother, Mr. Juucien Hays Nicken: are very much improved in health. A beautiful birthday party: wa: ‘given at the home of Rev. anc Mrs, H..C. P. Baker in honor of Mrs. Baker. The following guests were present: Rev, and Mrs. W. W, Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Charle: Williams,. Mrs. Ella Honesty, Rev Meredith Armstead and Messrs, John Dixon and Albert F. Martin. Music and gumes were indulgec in and retreshments served. Rev. 0, E. Baumgardner: pre: siding elder A. M. E. Church | held his fourth quarterly: confer fence at St. Paul Monday night | He preached morning and night te large and appreciative audiences he reports showing the church it a thriving condition, Resolution | were adopted asking the returo o he presiding elder.and pastor. - The members of the Anti-Tuber culosis League are putting fort! strentious efforts to give a charit; play immediately after Easter, nn ti, | Expert Worker in Hair. Wiggs and Toupees a Specialty | Instructions given to a limited number daily. | 1308 NORTH FREMONT AVENUE a et ee ARE YOU INTERESTED IN YOUR HAIR AND SCALP? If so. let MISS S-E. WATSON treat it with Mme. C. J. Walker’s Wonderful Hair Grower, guaranteed to grow hair. half.an inch a month, no matter how short or stubby or in wha condition the sealy may. be. Treating Children’s hair and ‘sclap on Saturdays from 40 A, M. to4 P. M. at Special rates. [ have al o! Mme. Walker's preparations for sale. For any information call or write, | RESIDENCE, 412'ST. MARY st. THE MASTERPIECES OF NEGRO ELOQUENCE ‘his is the greatest book ever published. by Negroes. Is edited by Mrs. Paul Laurence Dunbar. ‘The best thought of some.of the most learned Negroes.is contained'iu this book, Fifty of ‘the. ablest Negro nien aud women living and dead are its contributors, This is the ouly work ever published that contains in coiupact: form the thought of the Negro race. Liberal commissions given, tomen and womeu. Agents Wanted.---Apply 1104 Druid Hill Avetiue. BEAUTY. PARLOR *& MRS. HELEN. ASH-JOHNSON Hair Culture, Massaging, Straightening ~ Manicuring, “Dyeing. 02-00. 1317)N. CAREY STREET Office Honrs:8-A. M.'to7P. ML vo? Phone: Madison 3551.M.: -.- |... Other hours by appointment..." Read. the Advertisements .and Patronize the Advertisers --- Afro-American Co. J. H. MURPHY, Manager. C. & P. Phone, Mt Vernon 2833. UP-TOWN OFFICE: 1320 Druid Hill Avenue. C & P. Phone, Madison 942. 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The Outlook of March 14th contains a very interesting letter from Dr. Booker T. Washington on the conditions of the schools in the South. No one can read this article without feeling the shame that lies not only upon the South, but upon the whole country, which to a large degree is responsible for these outrageous conditions. The very idea of a county or district spending the sum of two hundred and two dollars upon the education of one white child and the insignificant sum of three dollars and twelve cents for a colored child. Just think of it. In some of the counties only one month in the year is allowed colored children for education. In Wilcok county, Ala., there are 1,884 white children of school age and 10,667 colored children of school age: thirty-three thousand dollar were spent for the education of these eighteen hundred children, while only three thousand seven hundred and fifty dollars were spent on the ten thousand colored children. In some counties of the same State, Alabama, notwithstanding the influence of Tuskegee and a number of other institutions conducted by private funds, school teachers are paid the meager sum of from fifteen to seventeen dollars per month for a school term of from two to three months while convict labor (able oodied Negro convicts) brings from $26 for the third class to $46 dollars for the first class. (?) Is it any wonder then that so much money is paid for Negro convicts and so little for teachers. Is it any wonder that the courts, presided over by white men, are working over time to keep the supply of Negro convicts up to the demand. Ignorance and crime will surely do the trick, and do it every time. Dr. Washington is surely rendering not only his race but the white people of the country a great service when he so forcibly and so widely calls attention to these conditions in the Southland. VARDAMAN'S VICTORY. Vardaman is the statesman whose creed is race hate. By day he has been guided by the hope of disfranchising a weaker race. By night he has been led on by a vision of ruthless political extermination of a defenceless people. He has fattened politically on political injustice and fraud. He has never held an office except through an election seeking with civic unrighteousness. He was a governor by the suppression and not by the expression of a majority. He is a Senator by the same political process. Having race hate as his one political creed, his one policy is race lynching. Never breathing or, concerning a constructive thought his aim is to tear down, to destroy. Unfitted by nature, by education, or association, to participate in the great and pressing policies of State his impelling thought is to clog the wheels of progress with his unholy schemes or the political spoliation of a weaker people. His recent attempt to amend the Woman's Suffrage resolution so as to provide for the legal disfranchisement of the blacks of the South showed him at his best, or at his worst: This amendment was in line with Vardaman's life and creed. It voiced and received, as expected, the support of the solid South. But it also received the vote of one Northern Senator—Smith of New Jersey. This was Vardaman's victory—one Northern vote! SEGREGATION [s It] Based On Inferiority II Last week we sought to show, that, from a historical standpoint, it would be impossible to demonstrate the inferiority of colored people solely on account of their race, because it was these people who laid the foundations for the civilization of the present day dominant peoples, whose evolution really began after the decadence of the Sons of Ham. This possible ground for the alleged inferiority of the colored people having been disposed of, let us see if inferiority may be successfully imputed to the physical characteristics of the colored people. The physical ability of a race is exhibited when in competition with other races in those avocation requiring strength, endurance, and skill. The conviction of the colored people of inferiority on the ground of a lack of strength cannot be secured, because of the very presence of the colored man in agriculture in which in the South, in point of numbers, he is the dominant figure; in the trades, where again he is the dominant element in the South; in maritime pursuits, here he has always been conspicuous; in the ranks of labor, where whether, skilled or unskilled he, has always been in demand; in fact in every walk of life. In all these various vocations not only has his presence made him conspicuous but in all that a call for a test of strength, the colored man not only measures up to the general average, but in many cases actually excels, and for this reason is frequently given the preference. Even the most active enemies of the colored man do not question his endurance, or his ability to "stand the fire." They have seen him first or among the first to bear the brunt in the revolution, in the battles of the great lakes, in the rebellion, and at San Juan Hill. He has been equally faithful and serviceable in waging his country's wars of conquest beneath torrid skies, and in forcing nature's frigid secrets from the North pole. In fact the history of our country when impartially written, and uncolored by race hate and prejudice, will write the colored man among the most dependable in those great emergencies which required a stout heart, a strong arm, an iron will, and the patient persistence to endure. The South would scarcely charge the colored man with lack of skill, since, as long as he has been in that section, he has been the mainstay in all kinds of labor, skilled and unskilled. It is unnecessary to elaborate this point in view of the fact that one part of the South's inconsistent segregation policy, is a system of laws penalizing attempts to induce colored laborers to leave that section. If then the colored man is not inherently inferior as shown by his history, and if he is not inherently inferior physically as shown when in competition with other races, we must look further for the basis of this alleged inherent inferiority. √During the, Y. M. G. A. campaign in Nashville, Tenn., this week, the Nashville Globe issued a daily edition of that paper, which was a very creditable affair. Several of Nashville's distinguished colored citizens subscribed one thousand dollars each. The largest number, so far as we know, in any city to subscribe that amount. A judge in West Virginia gave two prisoners life-time sentences for the larcency of fifty cents. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER BOOSTS AND KNOCKS BOOSTS AND KNOCKS Whenever some large menace bobs up to affect the lives of the colored people in Baltimore, every so-called leader in the city runs for the spot light in order to be given credit for a victory (if a victory be won) but when attempts are made to secure these "leaders" to concentrate their efforts upon the small things—the things that have to do with the every-day life, that are the causes of these larger things these leaders scamper to their holes faster than a ground hog on a sunny second of February. Probably no class of men in this city have been so well supported as our physicians. There are about 27 physicians in this city, working among a population of nearly 90,000 people. Without exception these physicians have been given a generous share of the support of their fellow citizens. All of them are making a comfortable living and some are getting rich. As an appreciation for such favors it would seem that these men would feel it incumbent upon themselves to repay in a small measure, in some way for such generous treatment at the hands of the people who have been in such a great measure responsible for their prosperity. One would expect to see them in the vanguard in the churches, teaching and preaching the gospel of cleanliness, which is next to godliness; in the civic organizations, giving to those less fortunate, the benefit of their larger advantages; in the fraternal organizations, helping to adjust the financial schemes, which they are also eager to proclaim "all wrong." Far from 'this we find them in the churches an almost negligible factor, many joining not from any desire to help but merely as a matter of business; in the civic organizations almost not at all, and in fraternal organizations only when they feel they have a chance to be elected medical examiner. All this could be forgiven, however, if they would show a disposition to foster and help Provident Hospital This Hospital, be it good, bad or indifferent, is the only hospital in Baltimore where a colored physician can perform an operation and that it is not more generously patronized by those in need of hospital attention, is because of the indifferent attitude by the doctors towards the hospital. It is generally conceded that many things are needed to be done in order to make Provident Hospital what it ought to be, and the physicians, who realize these needs in the largest extent, and suffer most because of the lack of them, ought to be the first to make an united effort to help secure what is needed. But instead, they are so consumed with their foolish, petty jealousies that hardly any two can agree on the same thing. If their interest in Provident Hospital can be judged by the number of patients sent there, I will as soon as the information can be tabulated, give to the readers of this column, the number of patients each physician has sent to Provident in the past year. If we would be free from the prejudices in the white hospitals against which so many have complained, we must demand that we have a hospital of our own where we can be treated as we feel we ought to be, and we must look to our physicians to help furnish such an institution. I wish to say in reference to the above criticism, that there are some notable exceptions. Believing the local branch of Dr. Washington's Business League to be dead, a number of gentlemen have formed an organization in which business men may have an opportunity to discuss their problems. Glory be! --- In another column will be seen an account of the activities of the Citizens' Committee of Provident Hospital. It would seem that our prognosticatins in a previous issue were incorrect. Far from being indifferent to the interests of our beloved hospital, it would seem that this worthy committee contemps running the whole "shebang," which is going some for an infant. Without commenting upon the proposals, I am certainly glad to know that the Citizens's Committee has not gone the way of so many previous citizens' committees—here today gone tomorrow. I hope this apology (I mean this for an apology) will in a measure appease those of the committee who believe me guilty of criticising them without reason. I wish to say too, that so long as the Citizens' Committee shows some signs of life and a disposition to perform the things for which it was organized, it will receive no criticism from BOOSTER KNOCK. BOXING, BASKET BALL AND MARATHON BY SPORTSMAN Before a crowd of over three thousand, at the Manhattan Casino, New York, the Howard University and St. Christopher quintets fought an undecided game. The game was played primarily to settle the championship of the East, and the winners were to have been awarded a beautiful silver and bronze trophy. Unfortunately for both teams no decision could be reached by the officials as to whether or not a basket made by a St. Christopher player was shot before the timer's whistle. With the score standing 16 to 15 in favor of Howard and a half minute to play, the timer's whistle blew, and at the same time the referee's whistle sounded for a foul against Howard, and to augment the already complex conditions a St. Christopher player caged a basket. The St. Christopher following contended that the basket was made before the timer's whistle. The Howard rooters argued that regardless of the timer's whistle the referees whistle for a foul should have put the ball out of play. However after a lengthy discussion the referee decided that the goal could not count and since the court was now disarranged, that the St. Christopher team be awarded the a foul. This foul saved the St. Christopher team from defeat. The score being 16-16. It seemed at the start of the game as if Howard were drowned. Bradford started the trouble by caging the first basket. A triplet of fouls followed by a pretty field basket by Perkinson, St. Christopher's speedy forward, gave them a seven point lead. Gilmore then threw two fouls and two baskets followed by baskets in quick succession by Henderson and Lyles. The half ended 10-8 to Howard, as St. Christopher was only able to annex one foul. The second half opened with some fast floor work by Howard, which netted them a basket. St. Christopher had begun to spruce up and Robins, Rose and Perkinson offering a stubborn defense and pulling on some dandy floor work which netted them a basket. The Howard team displayed its class at this stage of the game and succeeded in scoring two more baskets. St. Christopher seemed more determined than ever and by substituting three new men seemed to wear the Howard team down. Perkinson came to the rescue and by two pretty shots brought his team within two points of Howard. A foul placed them within one point. At this point with a half minute to play and the score standing 16-15 in favor of Howard, Lowery, a substitute caged a basket under the circumstances stated. Gilmore on the pivot job played his usual steller game and was ably assisted by Henderson and Nutt. Holland was very much in evidence with his speedy passes and fine guarding. Perkinson and Robins proved themselves to be persistent stumbling blocks for Howard. The score 16-16. Howard Line up St. Christopher Gilmore c Bradford Lyles & Malbry rf Rose Henderson lf Perkinson Nutt rg Accoe Holland lg Robins Georges Carpentier. the idol of French fight fans, received a jolt to his championship aspirations last Saturday when Joe Jeanette, the American colored heavyweight was awarded the decision over him at Luna Park, Paris. The bout was scheduled for 15 rounds and went the full limit and was awarded to Jeanette on points. Carpentier scored the only knockdown of the contest but he was severely punished by the American who landed staggering blows on the frenzied man repeatedly and maintained a decided advantage over his opponent in nearly all of the rounds. The crowd which attended the fight was record breaker, and the receipts at the gate amounted to $180,000 francs or about $36,000. In accordance with the French regulations, a physician examined the boxers before the contest and found Carpentier's heart beating 60 to the minute, while Jeanette's was beating 100 in the same time. Sam Langford became peeved when Bill Watkins, a big heavyweight colored fighter from Louisville, Ky., held his arms in the first round of their bout at the National Sporting Club in New York Monday night, and said peevishness caused Bill Sammy to wrest his right arm free, swing it around his head a few times to be sure it was in good working order, and let it fall in sledge-hammer fashion over Big Bill's right ear. Watkins sank to the floor, and remained thereon till the referee counted him out. In another column of this paper will be found the announcement of the Afro-American Ledger Marathon race. We have secured permission from the park and city officials for the running of the race, and now the only thing that remains is for our athlete to send in their application blanks, and then begin training. All amateur athletes who have never run in any professional events, and who are over 16 years of age are eligible to enter the race. To stimulate interest in athletics in general and this race in particular, the Afro-American Ledger is going to offer a silver loving cup to the runner who finishes first, and a similar cup to the team making the highest general average in number of points. And to the runners who come in second, third, and fourth we will give silver and bronze medals. As this is the first race we have ever promoted, and as we hope to make it an annual event, it will behoove all those who desire to cooperate with us in making this race a success, to send in their applications at once. Whether you have ever run before or not start now and begin training. The winner of the Olympic Marathon in 1912 was an office worker and began training by running around the roof of the office building where he was employed. Address all articles to Mr. Charles A. Cary, 1221 Ashland avenue. ST. FRANCIS Soon we are to have a manual training class for the boys of our church. Our alter boys are deeply interested in their work and attended well. At St. Johns A M. E. Church the carpenters are busy repairing the church. All boys are watching them with keen interest. Soon a singing club is to be organized. Metropolitan boys paid a special visit to the boys of John Wesley on Monday last. So well did the Metropolitan boys drill under their well known Major J. Edward Johnson, that the pastor, Dr. Lyon has decided to help John Wesley boys to get busy. The Macedonia Boy Scouts have doubled their membership of January records. They have good meetings. They have good drills. They have good patrol teachers and a pioneer scout master of undisputed energy and excellence. Cornelius Thompson Jerome Chase, reporter. WATER A. M. E. CHURCH Waters boys took a step higher last Thursday night when they met at the residence of Master Samuel Giles of 704 Eden street and by vote decided to push the old brigade "up the tree." At sharp 10 o'clock two scout patrols were organized of the old brigade boys. The officers are: Scout Master, Charles A. Cary Patrol No. 1.—Samuel Giles, patrol leader, Benjamin Guest, assistant patrol leader. Patrol No. 2.—Clarence Wicks, patrol leader; David Nickens, assistant patrol leader. Patrol No. 3—Master Gassaway, patrol leader; John Jennings, assistant patrol leader. Clarence Wicks, reporter. METROPOLITAN M. E. CHURCH. Metropolitan boys took a stap higher last Friday night when they met at their drill room and also pushed their old brigade "up the tree". At once they organized four scout patrols. The officers are: J. Edward Johnson, scout master. Patrol No. 1—Albert Bowie, patrol leader; James Adams, assistant patrol leader. Patrol No. 2—Ulysses Gough, patrol leader; Dabney, assistant patrol leader. Patrol No. 3—Joseph Bowie, patrol leader; Coleenan Gough, assistant patrol leader. Patrol No. 4—Joshua Brown, patrol leader. The union meeting between Metropolitan and Waters boys last Tuesday night was one long to be remembered because of the marked friendship energy and work. May many more be held like it. Come together boys, come together, and work. WITH THE BOYS ST. FRANCIS Percy Ming, reporter. ST. JOHNS JOHN WESLEY MACEDONIA J. E. Johnson, reporter. MR. HARRY A. A. BUTLER NATIONAL BENEFIT ASSOCIATION GETS NEW MANAGER Mr. Harry A. A. Butler, who has been appointed manager of the National Benefit Association in this city was born and reared here. His education began at St. Francis Xavier School where he won great honors in dramatics. After completing his course in said school he still sought for more knowledge and entered the Baltimore Normal School under the supervision of Professor Charles Harrison, where he took teacher's course graduating in the year 1899. After completing this course he next looked around him for employment in which he could utilize his knowledge, and finally took up pedagogy as his life profession. After teaching for four years he still sought to further broaden his field of usefulness to his race and entered the insurance business as a collector for the Mutual Benefit Society where he remained for nine years. He built himself a large debit and made a host of friends by his fair and honest dealing. Mr. Butler is a grand example to young men of the race of what tenacity and energy can do. We wish him much success in his new position. SMART SET PLAYING TO "S. R. O." Copy of Western Union Night Letter sent to J. M. Free manager Smart Set Company by Mr. A. J. Thomas manager of the Howard Theatre, Washington, the largest exclusive colored theatre in the country. 308 W. F. S. 49 N. L. X. Washington, D. C. Mar. 24, 1914 J. Martin Free Care Orpehum Theatre Baltimore, Md. Tango as originated was a riot, expect the show to break all previous records production is an immense hit, am doing capacity business, have had the greatest advance sale this house ever known sold out all seats for Tuesday before three o'clock can you arrange for a return date. Andrew J. Thomas 952 P. M. The "Smart Set" Company will come to the Orpheum Theatre for one week starting Monday Matinee March 30, and we would advise all to procure seats far in advance there will be a "Tango Contest" on Tuesday night open to all.—Ask the box office man about it. AN OLD SPORT MAKES GOOD Jay Gould, the well known sportingman and follower of the "trotters" has been heard from. He has been wintering in Jacksonville, and will leave there for this city the first of next month. He reports having had a successful season. MUSICAL AND LITERARY ENTERTAINMENT Musical and Literary entertainment given at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Tuesday evening, March 31 at 8 o'clock under the auspices of the Sunny Circle, Miss M. K. Owens, presiding, assisted by the Mandolin Club of the Baltimore Colored High School. Admission 10 cents. All invited. Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., pastor. Jubilee Sacred Concert at Perkins Square Baptist Church, George and Ogsten streets, Sunday, March 29, 1914 Mme. E. L. Bruce, the sweet song bird of Oklahoma, supported by some of the best talent of the city and the chol. Silver offering F. R. Williams, D. D.; pastor 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. WANTED—Plain sewing, children's clothes, or doll clothes all neatly made by an invalid lady, who desires to help herself by this means your patronage solicited. Adress: 536 Oxford street. IN MEMORIAM oe “palLEY—In sad but loving remem. eave of ovF dear sister and aunt, Sophia batyy, who, departed this life one’ year Bp, arch 26th. 1913. (Oh! how hard we tried to save her, Bayers and tears were all in vain, Happy angels came ‘and bore her afm this world of wrong and pain, iby her sislers, Mary and Ibbie. Our oyes with tears are wet, ‘Oh, aunt, how Wwe miss you! ‘and love and can never forget. By her neices, Sallie and Essie, ghe lefi a memory fair and sweet, iis fragrance can never die; er le brief, but yet complete Shen she was called on high. By her nephew. Joseph: MaNUEL-<in loving remembrance ot ay dear 30%, William Henry Manuel, who Reared this life one, year ago. Match SGi"jais. Dear son, how we have miss Bou. since from earth you passed away, Sicneart is aching sorely as | think of jo exh day. Often 1 wander to the Yorevard and kneel beside his “grave SaMihink hear him, saving, “Weep not Maher. 62 shell meet again.” (Sy his mother and father. spother. wa Shall meet again. = {iy his mother and father. “BoURSE—In_ sad, but loving remem panve of our dear husband and father Biires Bourne, who departed this life Ghovears age. March 27th, 1908. , + Gost called him home, it was His will © But in my heart t lees tins still, Hir memory is as dear today iis in the hour he passed away. By his loving wile, Henrietta “Sourne, Dearest father. how I miss you, Your aching heart is still: A place i vacant in our home, Which never can be filled. chatorag daughter, Mabel C. Bourne. By f : SWANN—In sad but_ loving remem- ance or my dear father, Rev, William R. Swann, who departed this life six years x0, March 25th, 1908, Farewell dear father’ death thas called you To me sour loved ones who've gone before, There te behold your loving Savior ‘On thet bright and happy shore, ge his devoted daughter, Minnie Holmes pITTS—Brother David Pitts departed itis ide on March 15th, 1914, He_ was tie bored deacon of Leadenhall Street Bapiict Chucch. We the Willing Hands of Lesdenhaii Street Baptist" Church moun the loss of our beloved brother ind cowurker—The Willing Hands, —_ TERRELL.—In sad_bul loving remem: trance of my dear wife, Matilda Terrell whe denarted this two years ago, March ith, 182. Just two years ago when God took my dear wife away He left a vacant chair and aching hearts. A precious one from us has passed. Oh, may my dear wife be a link in the chain which shal hind us to heaven ill we meel again. By her hushahd, Alexander Terrell and children, Catonsville, GRIFFIN—In sad bul loving. remem trance of my dear husband, James. E. Gfifin, who departed this life two year: ago Merch 28th, 1972. Loli sitang think of you, dear bus- hand when Tam alone, For memory is the only friend That grief can call its own. Days of sadness still comes o'er me, Tears of sorrow silently flow: Fond memory keeps my husband near me. Though heaven: claimed him two years ago "By his devoted wife and son, Susie . Griffin and James G. Griffin. GRIFFIN=In_toving, remembrance of ear son, Ja " iffin, i ss fang Stine Two sad and fonely years have passed Since my darling son breathed his last; Oh, has | mis the voice 1 loved so well niy a mother's heart can tell. Dearest son, how T miss you Since irom earth you passed away. And my heart is aching sorely 4s 1 think of you each day. How sadly I've counted the hours That measure one sorrowful two years She they lad neath 2 mantle of flowers My boy J loved so dear. By his loving mother, Amelia J. Griffin. GOLDMANIn sad bul loving remer brance of my dear husband, JohnH. Geldtien, ane departed Els life four saar5 ago, March 25th, 1910. fee fone in heaven, dear husband, $0 happy and so bright, Thee ferent or and beauty For that everlasting Tight. Allpain and grief are over Every restless. tossing past Heis now at peace forever. Saiely home in_heaven at last. By his loving wife, S. L. Goldman. pfOLLINS Departed this, life “March 4th, ‘Mary Collins. beloved mother. of AisH. B. Wright and, Howard Collins. finzal from the residence of her son, loom street. “esha meet her some bright morning, «Resting by the waters fair: Shei waiting for our coming, in the upper garden there. By her son, Howard. ip ARROTT.-Francis Parrott, the be re daughter of Isubella Banks and the fle Alexander Banks and sister of, Mrs. ee er a by » a filnese in, Phtilcatichia Her funeral took PARROTT-Francis” Parrott. the be ‘oved daughter of Isubella Banks and the fule Alexander Banks and sister of. Mrs, Robert Henson, departed this life Mon day. March 23rd, 1914, after a_ lingering tilness in Philadelphia. Her funeral took Pace. from her. son’s residence... She'is Sarvived by one son, James, a mother, four bag and two brothers to..mourn their The depth of our sorrow we can not tell, The loss of our sister we love so well, And while she lies in peaceful.sleep. - Het memory we shall always keep. - By her brothers and sisters. Tis.hard to break the tender.cord When love has bound the heart: . Tishard, so:hard, to'speak the word Must we forever part. By her mother and son, Robert Henson, 622 Pitcher street WESTPHAL—In loving remembrance my dear mother, Martha Westphal, who died March 23rd, 1910. Sella:Collins. ir TUSKEGEE INTSTITUTE ‘ - SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS. | FIFTH ANNUAL SESSION June 22, to July 17, 1914 & _ ovat 400 Teachers — Last Summer J eee rt ” THE GARDEN OF DREAMS AT THE LYRIC—MAY 15th Mr, L. E. Toomey, Director. 3 Ferrer csi Come one, come all, both great and smail to see and hear the Beautiful Cantata entitled “THE DAWN OF LIGHT” Jn two parts, which will be rencered By the Students of Trinity A. M. E. Sunday School Easter Sunday, April 12th, 1914, at gP. 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 7 ia EVENING OF SONG==—— : By the Mendelssohn Choral Oratorio Society At Waters A. M, E. Church Sunday, March 29, 1914 Aisquith st. nr. Jefferson 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. I. Brent, President Rey. A. L. Gaines, Pastor * POSITIVELY SILVER OFFERING Mrs, M. L, Gaines, Pres. W. M.M.S. Mrs. Hallie Anderson, Sec. ———_——_ “* Remember this and show yourself a man.”” To Attend the MEN’S DAY and MILITARY RALLY at Asbury M. E. Church, Sunday, March 29th, 1914, Rogers Avenue and East Lexington Street U1 A. M.— Sermon by Rev. D. W. Hayes, D.D., District Superintendent Baltimore District. 3.00 P. M.—Platform Mceling by the Local Preachers’ Associations, 3.00 P, M.—There will be a Piatiorm Meeting, at which time addresses willbe deliv. ‘ered by Mr. H. O. Wilson, Manager of the Mutual Benefit Society: Dr. Ed: ward 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 ml rT SORA DDOULO CE" PETIA A GRAND PASTORAL RECEPTION Given at Asbury M. E. Church, in honor of the Pastor Rey. George B. Curry, At the Church, East and Lexington Sts. Monday Evening, April 6, 1914 Admission 15 Cents Refreshments Free Public Invited Josiah Fisher, President. George F. Gent, Sec’y een Charles Collins, Ticket Agent 7 Gelebration of the 50th Anniversary of Negro Freedom in this Country, at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church, Sunday, March 29th at 3 P. M.. by the Woman's Home Missionary Society. Planta- tion Melodies directed by Mrs. Annie Hazelton Lee. Platform Speaking. Jubilee Offering. Everybody Welcome. Annie R. Johnson, Cor. Secretary. SS "A GRAND EASTER DANCE By Prof. Wm. Campbell’s Celebrated Dancing Class AT THE BEAUTIFUL & SPACIOUS weW PYTHIAN CASTLE HALL is McCull +h and Preston streets Thursday Evening, April 16. 1614, 8 o’clock Prof. Campbell will be assisted by Prof. Mitchell of New York who will introduce some of New York’s classié features Music by Baltimore’s Society Orchestra. Souvenirs to the First One Hundred Ladies ADMISSION 25 CENTS SO THE FRIENDLY PROGRESSIVE’S AWAKING SPRING DANCE AT THE EISHERMEN’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 DANCE EVERYBODY DANCE First Annual Celebration and Dance will be held under the auspices of the Board of Directors of Galilean Fishermen’s Stock ‘Association, at their Auditorium, 411 Biddle Street, Easter Mon- day Night, April 13, 1914, Admission 25 Cents Dr T. H. Kerr’s Orchestra will furnish continuous Music ee, lwlCU The Pride of the Pythians, Myrtle Lodge No. 16, K. P. Wil! Give a Select Easter LaFrance and German ‘At the New Pythian Castle Hall. McCulloh and Preston Sts. Easter Monday Night, April 18, 1914 Music under direction of Dr. T. Henderson Kerr’s Orchestra Committee in charge—Jacob C. Feggans. Chair., Wm. E. Nelson, Treas.; George E. Fisher, Sec.: Thos. H ‘Williams, James Sisco, assisted by the Official Staff. Brigsdier General Lewis B. Williams and Staff, assisted by Col, H. Hi Cape Wm. 11, Fauntleroy with Exeelsior Go. No. 20, BY Ron Pl be erent and give an Artistic Drill. ADMISSION 25 CENTS BANKS-Estelle, the beloved daughter of Isabella Banks and the late Alexander Banks, and sister of Mrs. Robert Henson. departed this life on Friday, March 20th, 1914, at a. ms, after an_ illness of seven days in Philadelphia. Her funeral took place on Monday at 2:o'clock from her Brother's residence in Philadelphia. She ig survived by a mother, four. sisters and two brothers to mourn their loss. Jesus spéaks in times of sorrow, “And His blessed peace imparts, . In this desolate homestead, He will comfort broken hearts. Look beyond the night of sorrow, "There will come a blessed day, ‘There shall de a glad tomorrow, ‘When. thé night has passed away. ~~ - By her loving mother and devoted sis- ters and brothers. GLADDEN—Martha Ann Gladden, be" loved mother of Maj. Charles E. Gladden, and wife of Jesse J. Gl. dden, who departed this life’-one year ago. Gone but not forgotten!” © dearest, sweetest mother, Since you have passed away It seems uot one year ago, ; But only yesterday... Whertever we speak your loving name Our eyes with tears are wet; O, mother, how we loved you, And love cannot forget. By her husband’and sons. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER. At 7.30 p.m., the Annual Ser- mon 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 29 at 8 p. m., by Rev. J. A. Briscoe. ‘Rosa J. Richardson, G. W. C. } Hate Kane, G. R. of D. | WANTED—Fifty agents or more ‘at Our Peoples Store to sell Singer Sewing Machines. You can'make commission from that person you heard the other day talking of get- ting one. Drop usa card call, or phone. : R, H, BUTLER ‘ ©. | 1811 Druid Hill avenue’ a Phone Mad. 4984 Y [eee ear eae? " Spend a day with the boys of the ‘First Baptist Chruch, Caroline and “McEderry, street, to their fourth annual Boys” Day Sunday March 29, 11 a. m., sermon by pastor, Rev. P.C. Neal, D.D. © 330 and 8 p.m.,special exercises. President, Benjamin Grant. Rev. P. C. Neal, pastor. Try an “AD” With Us We Bring RESULTS M@ 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. 3.90 p. m., Sunday School, 8p. m. Sermon by minister. Seats free All welcome Lecture and Prayer Service every Wed- pesdag, # p.m. Mrs, Eulalia Reid Calloway Directress ‘Miss Margaret Rusk, Organist. Wm. Anderson, Supt. Universal Methodist Episcopal Church of CRRIST INSTITUTION Rev. G, W “Kennard, D.D., Pastor 7 Sunday Services. We earnestly request the cooperation of all friends and well wishers that we may make this rally.a grand success. 11a, m., sermon by Rev. Alfred Conquest His-congregation will be present. 3p.m.,sermon by Rev. George Hooper of Pilgrim Baptist church. His choir and congregation will be present with us. 8p. m., sermon by Rev. Aquilla Brooks. Waters Boy Vested Choir will furnish music for this service. J. F. Smith, Clerk MT. VERNON BAPTIST CHURCH North Caroline st., bet. Lexington and Orleans streets Rey. W. F, Dickinson, D, D., Pastor 11 a, m., sermon. Subj., Seeking the fost. 2p. m., Sunday School J. M. Jones, Superintendent. Sp. m., sermon, subj., God fighting for, Israel. ‘This is our rally. Come and help us. The Lori will help you. WAICAO A. I, LC, UURGE REV. A, L. GAINES, Pastor Monday, Apri 6, Sp. m., sermon by Rev. Joseph Gwynv, Qak street choir and Orchestra, ‘Tuesday, April 7, sermon by Rev. J. Ay Briscoe, St. John’s choir and cor gregstion. 8 p. m. Wednesday, April 8, Sermon by Rev. J. W. Norris, Ebenezer congregation ‘and congregation. 3p. m. Thorsday, April 9th, Sermon, “"The Sufferings of Christ,” by Rev. W. M. Ivy of the C. M. E.’ Chureh, | Waters choir and congregation. 8p. m. Good Friday, 8 p. m. sermon by’ the pastor, “The Seven Last Words of Christ.” EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12th RESURRECTION 11am, sermon by Bishop L. J. Coppin, D. D. 2. 0p. m., Sunday School Rally for Erster Missionary collection: 7.45 p.m., Pew Lally, sermon by Bishop Coppin. ‘At. the Good Friday vight services offering lifted by the Stewardesses at ‘te. door, Y. MC. A. - Sunday, 4.30 P. MM. Special Membership Meeting Every Member. All Men Invited. Good Singing Colored Young Women’s Chris- tian Association 1200 Druid Hill Avenue Home Circle Day You areinvited to attend the Services on Sunday, March 29, 1914 5 p. m. Address by Miss Margaret Williams. Solo by Sirs, Dora Wilson of St. James Episcopal Chureh. Special music “All cordially invited Miss Evelyn Mackal, Chr. M. E, Murphy, President. E. E. Bright, Secretary. Mrs. H. C. Smith, Gen'l Sec. ‘A Woman's Exchange has been open- ed at theC, Y. W.C, A. Hand made articles at reasonable rates are always un sale. Mrs, Kate Brown, Chr. ig eae Le EE Uae Be er ee ER ot Don’t miss the train for heaven: Rev" A Young will deliver the famous Railroad sermon at the Zion A. St. EB. Church, Penna. avenue, next Sunday March 29th at $ P. M.. His choir and congregation will accompany him. Rey. J. W. MeDonaid and A. Youny. pastors- SPECIAL NOTICE The W. C. Thompson Chapter, Ep: worth League of Whateoat M. E. Church will pay a fraternal visit to ‘the Epworth League of Asbury M. E. Church, ponpey: March 29, at 5 p,m. Pres. Julian W, Ross. ; secretary. Mrs. Estelia Delmar. Rev. G. E. Curry, Pastor, TWO GREAT FORCES In Union ‘Chere Is Strength The Second’ Union Series of So Ns tn an Sct Rs a Union Services The N. M. Carroll Chapter Epworth League of Sharp Street Memorial 31. E. Church will visit the Riddick Chap- ter Epworth League of Centennial M. E. c urch, cor. Caroline and Bank streees on Sunday afternoon. March 29 at 5 o'clock ‘Mrs. Florena K. Owens, president of Sharp street League : ‘Mma. Helen A. Cooper. president of Centennial. . C.. Wilbert Harris, 4th vice Mr4. Mamie F. White, ch. Program - Rey. N. M. Carroll, pastor. ~ Pastoral Reception in honor of Rey. N. M. Carroll, D.D.. pastor Centennial M. E. Church, Caro- line and Bank Sts. Monday, Evening, March 30th” - Tickets 15Cents « * <.. — Refreehments Free Committee—Mme. Helen A. Cooper, chairlady; Madames' Laura Waters, Sarah Mitchell. Lau.a: Goldsborough Mamie ‘White; James Travers, Thomas ‘ibson. Z GHURCH NOTICES Ruger Ave. and Lexington Street Rey. Geo. E. Curry, Pastor / Men's Day will be-cbserved all day |_ la, m., sermon by Rey. C. Harold ‘Stepteau, D. D..Presiding Lider of the Patomic District of the A, M. £. Ch. Sunday School at 2;00 p. m. C. TP. Stewart, Supt. 3p. m. Special services under the direction of the Preachers’ Asso. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League. Mr. Julian Ross. pres. . 8p.m., A special program. Music by a male choiz. ‘The W. C. Thompson League of Whatcoat Chureh will visit us- Sunday evening. Alll cordially invited. EASTERN M. BE. OURCH Rev. 3. R. Hughes, Pastor 10 a. m. Bible Class. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School, 3p. m.Rey. J. W. MacDonald of Zion A. M,E. Chureh. Choir and con- gregation. 5p. m. Epworth League. 8p. m. Sermon by Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, Dist. Supt. Wash: Dist. ‘All are welcome WHATCOAT M. E, CHURCE Franklin and Pine Sts., King’s Hill” Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor. Residence: 618 Dolpin Street “war hat” ae an J Beat (BEES SOP. oS, Sul a ‘same Ss 11 a. m: Sermon by pastor. Subjectf Ezekial’a vision of the fiery wheel 3.15 p.m. Sermon to the boys by Rev. A. 1. Gaines of Waters A. M. E. Church, Choir and congregation. 3. p. m. Sunday School. 4.30 p. m., Epworth League 8p. m. Rey’ J. L. Williams 7.80 p. m. Pastor. choir and congre- gation will visit Zion A. M. E. Charch Penna. Ave. Subj., Raiiroad sermon. Prayer mesting Wednesday night. J, F. Crowner Chorister, W. C. Tongue, Supt. {homas Johnson, Pres. B. L. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH Sharp St. near Montgomery Rey. Ernest Lyon, D. D., Pastor 10.30 a. m. Bible Class 11a, m. sermon by Dr. I.I.. Thomas Field Agent for the Home and Foreign Missionary Society, 2p. m., Sunday School. 3p.m, Freedman Aid Jublilee Day program arrange for the occasion by the Society in Cincinnatti. 6p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m, Great Biblical entertainment representing Moses before Pharo and the Institute of the Passover and Feast of unleven bread. Silver offering. ‘March 0, § p. m. entertainment of the scenes of life of the Hebrew peo- ple and-crossing of the Red Sea, Ad- mission 10 cents. Sunday, April 5, a great musical en- tertainment by the Peerless Octette under the auspices of the Messrs. Wm. Hackett ond Thos. Mitchel assisted by 3ome of our hest local talent. CENTENNIAL M. B. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Sts. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, D. D., Pastor Veterans’ Day lla. m. Rev. !. 1. Thomas, D. D.? Field secretary of the Home’ Mission and Chureh Extension Society. 2.80 p. m. Sunday School. | 5 p.m, Epworth League, | 8p. m., Sacred concert in moving pictures and illustrated songs by Mr. Mrs. Jackson. Silver offering. ‘Mrs. Jackson. Silver offeri | Pastorial reception. in honor of Rev. N.M, Carroll Monday. 8.20 p. m. , Everybody welcome. Mre.S. J. C. Ralph, Supt, Mrs, Helen A. Cooper. Pres. of L. st. MATTHEWS M. B CHUROE E. 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a.m., sermon by Rev. Ball. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 4p. m. Epworth League. "8 p, m. sermon by pastor to J.adies’ Aid. Subj.. The woman must be re- membered Mrs, Peat! M. fice, Supt Mx. J. Fuller. Pres. 2, 1 Mrs. Elizabeth Fuller, President of Ladies’ Aid Association. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCH "Rev. M. J. Naylor, D. D., pastor 10. a. m. Bible Class, T, Hf. Smith Director. Pastor's Study. 11 a.m., sermon by Rev. Dr. A. D. Brown. 280 p m., Sunday School 3. W. Henry. Supt. 3p, m. 50th anniversary of W.H.M. Society. 5 8 i 5 p.m. Epworth League “Ms, Geo. Owens, Pres. 8 p.m, Pastor and eongregation will visit Bethel A. M. E. Church. Preachers Day, Sun, March 29 John ee A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Has moved to 1706 E. Orleans streot near Broadway Rev. Wm, J. Robinson, Pastor Formerly of Bridgetown, Pa. Preachers’ Day Qa, m, Class meeting. 11a. m, Sermon by Rev. T. H. John- son 2pm, Sunday School. ; . 2. Nixon, Supt. Sp, m., sermon by Rev. J. W. Mac Donald, Subj., Dry Bones" 6.30 p. m, Vo BL, 8p. m. Preachiog by Rev. Rev. J. a. & Gole, D. D. of Waterbury, Con: 1 B. 31. Supper will be. served to the pastors and theic wives.“ * 71H DAY ADVENTIS? CHURCH Druid Hill Ave, and Robert St. Services'every Sabbath—Satarday 10a. m.,-Sabbath School 14.80 a. m., preaching service 8.-p, m., Vesper Services. Special services Sunday night,’8 p.m. Sibj., Temperance a All'temperance, workers in the city ae invited to be present and take par in platform meeting. fine’: ptogran will-be rendered by., the Y. P. Society of Recitations, Dialogues, Solos,’ Duet: followed by a stereopticon address by the pastor. * " LES ICHURCH NOTICES BETHEL 4. M..E. CHURCH Lanvale'St, and Druid Hill Ave. 4 Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D.,. Pastor Parsonage. 1405’ Argyle Ave. Il a.m. Sermon by pastor. Subject, ‘The hand writing on the-wall. 2,30 p. m., Sunday. School. @ to? p. m., Sacred concert by Mme. Bruce. 6.30 p.m. A.C. E. L. Sp. m. The annual visit of Sharp St. Mem. M. E, Church choir and congre- gation. Sermon by Kev. M.J. Naylor. EBENEZER A. M. EB. CHURCH ‘Montgomery street, bet. Charles ana. Hanover Rev, J. W. Norris, D: D. Pastor A Special Day 10 a. m, Pastor’s Bible Class. ia. m., sermon by pastor, Subj.; The place of the feet of Jehovah, 2,30 p.m, Sunday <chool. 6'p. m., AllenC. E. League, 7.30 p.m., Sermon by the pastor or stranger. John Murray, Pres. League Charles Tolson, Superintendent HANDY MEM. A, M. E. CHURCH Baker and Bruce Streets Rev. John Offer Custis, senior pastor. Rev. J. H. Royal, 1st junior pastor Rev. Jacob D. Hall, 2d junior pastor 3rd Arnual Men’s Day Ua. m, 4 psecial program. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 3.30 p.m. Excellent program, good service. 8p. m., A special program. Miss E. M. Wilson, Organist Mrs. Matilda Pratt, Secretary Mrs. Marie Brown, Treasurer. Mrs. Sarah. Johnson, Pres. ‘All are welcome. ST. JOHN’S A. M. E. CHURCH __Lexington St. near Pine Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Pastor There will appear Erste wonder at St. John. Woman's Day and Woman’s Night. 11 a.m.Sermon by Mrs.Edyth Brooks 2.80 p. m. Sunday’ School. 3 p. m. Platform meeting. Mrs. Bishop Handy. presiding. All the good women of the State are cordlaily in- vited. Mrs. Briscoe, president, ' 6p, m, Allen League 8 p.m,, The Ct. of Calanthe A.S.A. E.A.A.a.E.A will have their thanks- giving service. "Sermon by pastor, rs. , J. Richardson, G. W. C. Mrs. H. Kane, G. R. of D. t@ WATERS A. M. £. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rev. 4. L. Gaines, D. D,, Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street Lam. sermon by the pastor. 2.30 p.m. Sunday School 5.45 p.m. A.C. B. L. Tee m., Mendelssohn Choral Soc, J. ¥. Waters, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford, Pres. - ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carltow Ste. Rev. P. J. Jordan, D.D. Pastor 11 a. m. sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. We cordially invited young. men to ou’. Bible Class. Mr, Clifford Brown, Teacher, 4,30 p. m., Allen League Good music and program 5p. m., Class Meeting. 8 p.m. special message lo singers, H. D. Brent, Supt. 8. S. William Butler, Pres, League PAYNE MEM A, M.E. CHUROH Calhoun and Laurens Sts. Rev. J. G. Martin, Pastor, Residence: 1160'N. Calboun St. - Red Letter py Stewards’ Rally Day All members are requested to return their envelope with the amount as.re- quested therein, - - ILa, m., Preaching by the pastor. 2.80 p. m., Sunday Schoo!’ 6p. m., Allen U. E. League. Topic, What missions are doing for the world. Act 13:1-12. Foreign Missionary Day. 7,80 p.m. Song service and sermon by pastor. Strangers are always welcome. Chas. E. Dorsey, Supt. James E. Neal, Pres. E. L. t@-TRINITY 4. M, &, CHURCH, Linden Ave, anc Biddle St. Rev. L. C. Cartis, D, D.,. Pastor 11a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2;30 p. m, Sunday School. 3.30 p.m. Boys Day service under the direction of Mies Kila Bantum. 6.30 p.m A.C. E. L. 7°30 p..m., Sacred concert by the class leaders. Music by the choir. All are Welcome to our services T. J. Holliday, Sopt Albert Whittington, Pree. E. L Collett Memorial A. M. E. Church Ostend Street noar Scott Rev, Columbus Handy, pastor. 11a, m., sermon. 2,20 p. m., Sunday Schoo). 5.30:p..m., class meeting. 7.39 p. m., Sermon. st. Luke’s Union A. M.E.Church THE HOMELIKE CHURCH Spring St. near McElderry: Rey. Dr. C. Edward Browne, Pastor 515 North Caroline Street 92, m. Class, BL. Carter, Leader la. m. Sermon by Rev. Wm. H. Sawyer. “+ 2.80 p. m. Sunday School. ‘Moses Johneon, Supt. ° 3p. m.Sermon by pastor to the class Jeadera.ahd members, All invited. ‘4p. m. Pastor’s Class, No. 3. * 6 p.m. League. pay, Sermon by, pastor. ‘uesday ‘and Friday nights prayer. meeting: aie -Wednesday-nights, Class No 2.. Mr. Sylvester Burkett; Leader. : ~ > All invited, . | Robert L. Carter, Clerk. (@-GILLIS MEM. M:P. CHURCH’ ‘Stockton’ Street near W. Baltimore Bt.. © Rev. BeH. “Knight; Pastor. cs Missionary Day! 9. |” 10°a, m.; Union Class... ta: m:' Pres..B, W. Scott. ; 2p... Bunday, School: gf. 6.80 p. ms, CoB, Tae, wets Bot m.-B.“Henigan‘PreasC..B.L:* .* OT" PB: MeGowan, Supt. a pee i: ieee Ula ee epee CIVIL SERVICE DOOMED IN THE SOUTH Continued from Page 1 Postmaster claims that the public is demanding the change. But it is unreasonable to suppose that the public is interested in the internal affairs of the service. If the public objected to colored service, then they would demand the removal of colored carriers, with whom they actually come into contact. B, Carrier—There came 26 books on a frank from Senator Hoke Smith to one man at 248 Simpson street. He reported the matter to the clerk of the assistant superintendent. He stated that they were too heavy to go by regular delivery. The clerk instructed him to tie them up and leave on his desk, and they would be sent out by Parcel Post delivery. He obeyed orders and the package was unmolested for two days or more. Finally observing their non-delivery, he called the clerk's attention to the matter. The clerk then stated to the superintendent that he ordered them placed on a table in another part of the room. He was cited for separation from the service. Subsequently the clerk fold him that while he may have said the desk, he meant the table, and he had made a written reply to the Postmaster's inquiry and could not change. He will probably be discharged. The punishment he deserved would at the maximum be 26 demerits. Mr. C, carrier—Christmas season a white woman inquired about a magazine (Collier's Weekly) which was delayed. The carrier is alleged to have replied that during the Christmas season, they had no time to look after those things, and that unless the papers were properly addressed, they were torn up and thrown into the waste-basket. He was cited for separation from the service. Upon carrier's inquiry of the woman about his alleged statement she denied that she ever made such complaint to the Postoffice. She promised to give a written statement to that effect, but did not do so. Later she said that she had sent such a statement to the Postmaster by her husband. She said that a man from the Postoffice came to her with a prepared statement in the case against him setting forth more than had actually happened, but that she refused to sign it. The husband stated that her mother-in-law was the real complaint. Mr. D. carrier-charged with having failed to deliver a circular from the department giving instructions regarding preparation of Christmas mail. Had delivered all his route once. Was one of the heaviest two trips routes in the office; required two men on Saturdays. Had been in the service 22 years. Received letters from patrons on his route that circulars had been delivered. The superintendent gave him more than enough to go around and he delivered one to each patron and brought back the leftovers. The superintendent found the leftovers and charged him with-failure to deliver any of them. Was discharged. Mr. E, carrier—woman gave change of address to a carrier. "E" passed on his route a house barred up and with rent sign on it. He had letter for the house number, but there being no one in the house and the rent sign on it, he returned the letter to the office. On his next trip he noticed that the house was occupied. He approached occupant telling them that he had had letter in the morning which he had returned marked "not at." Returned to the office made inquiry for letter, but could not find sama which had been returned to sender who delivered the letter in person. Party had given change of address card to R. F. D. carrier in order to get the letter. Complaint was lodged and he was cited for dismissal. On same day he delivered letter to grocer by same name on McAfee street to grocer of that name of Venable street. Letter was returned to Postoffice and finally reached the right man, who remarked that these things happen frequently. Additional charges of incompetency filed. Carriers succeeded in having patrons disprove the charges filed by the Inspector. The superintendent remarked to carrier that "You beat me in these cases and made me out a lie, but I'll get you yet." He is still in the service, but new charges are being filed against him and because of the enmity of the superintendent he will probably be removed. Mr. F, carrier-charged with loitering in office, and on his route. Superintendent remarked to "F" that he was compelled [Picture of a man in a suit with a flower on his lapel]. Who preached the annual thanksgiving sermon to the Knights of Pythias last Sunday at Bethei A. M. E. Church. by powers higher up to recommend his removal, that they were expecting him to find causes for recommendation for dismissal and that he had to do so. Promised that his case would be looked into and he would be reinstated. This is done in order to keep carriers from making any protest. When once they get out that is the end of the matter. The man who is now superintendent and who preferred the charges against Mr. F was once a carrier and was reduced in salary for loitering on his route. MUST NOT ANSWER WHITES Mr. G, carrier—Ex. U. S. soldier; discharged from Army with honors; has medal as sharpshooter. This was referred to in his dismissal by Postmaster. The clerk to assistant superintendent visited his station during busy Christmas season and was giving him instructions regarding the handling of his mail. He responded that clerk's orders would be in conflict with orders previously received by the man in charge of the station. Akin, the clerk, took offence at this statement and ordered him to "shut up." He did not "shut up" promptly enough and the clerk threatened him immediately with charges of insubordination. He returned to the main office and preferred charges against Mr. G for insubordination. He visited the Postmaster with a prominent Atlanta, white citizen and the Postmaster assured him after explanation that there would be nothing to the case. He was surprised a few days later to receive notice of removal. The Postmaster said that he was a "yucng nigger" who thought himself the equal of of a white man when he entered Government Service; that he must learn that white men were his superiors and when spoken to that he must not talk back. FAKE LARCENY CHARGE Mr. H, carrier—was accused of stealing $20.00. The superintendent brought him to the Inspector with the remark, "Here is the damned nigger who stole $20 out of a letter." The inspector said, "Old man, you get that $20 up by this afternoon, and we will allow you to get out and will pay you off." Smith replied that "I did not take the money and neither can nor will get up $20 today. If you think I stole, why not treat me as any other thief and arrest me." They took his finger prints trying to intimidate him into a confession. He was dismissed on charges of disposing of money found in letter box and loitering in the office. The latter was charged after all other charges had fallen flat. It is noticeable that "H" immediately found employment with the Pullman Company, who made inquiry of the Postmaster. They construed the charge as a frameup. Mr. 1. carrier—was on six months probation appointment. Took sick on his route. He was charged with being drunk. The man in whose store he took sick stated that he was not drunk, as he stood close to him and examined him for the purpose of ascertaining whether or not he was drunk. The man evidently was really sick; as he has been home sick ever since that time. He was discharged for being drunk. Nearly a year ago white subs went over routes telling patrons that all, colored carriers would be dismissed. Said that they received information from the higher-ups. Confederation Associated Socie- ties of St. Peter Claver's Church 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 cent $5 will be distributed in prizes. Austin Burgess, chairman Chester Stevens, vice chairman Mrs. Agnes Addison Cooper, secretary Joseph Lyles, assistant secretary Rev. J. Nally, pastor and treasurer THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER The Smart Set 40 PEOPLE Nearly All Girls 40 AND THE Bronze Beauty Chorus And ....Tango Dancers.... Extra! TANGO CONTEST FOR PRIZES TUESDAY NIGHT. GET BUSY BALTIMORE LIFE INSURANCE CO. F. S. STROBRIDGE, President Home Office: Cor. Charles & Saratoga Sts., Balto., Md. The Leading Life Insurance Company in Maryland Life Insurance Policies issued on ages from 2 to 79 Premiums collected weekly from the homes of the insured Issues The Best Contracts The Old Reliaple MRS. MAMIE E. JONES HAIRDRESSER 1506 Presstman St., Baltimore, Md. GENUINE HUMAN HAIR--ALL STYLES COMBINGS BOUGHT GEM HAIR TONICS AND POMAEES. ELECTRIC GOODS GIVEN AT REASONABLE TERMS. SEND FOR CATALOG COMPLETE COURSE GIVEN AT REASONABLE TITLE MR. ELLSWORTH Of 2022 DRUID HILL HAS OPENED GROCERY AND PROVISION STORE A Corner of Argyle A He wishes the patronage of his many general. Orders solicited and promptly CRAPS GAME IN SENATE BUILDING (Special) Ches Sunday GROCERY AND PROVISION STORE AT 632 PITCHER STREET Corner of Argyle Avenue He wishes the patronage of his many friends and the public in general. Orders solicited and promptly attended. THE ```markdown ``` (Special to Afro-American.) Washington, March 26.—For some time rumors have been flying thick and fast that it was possible to get into a good old craps game or a little poker game that went on nightly in the Senate office building, and that there was no segregation practised, notwithstanding the nearness of the game to Senator Vardaman's office. The captain of the capitol police force recently became "wise to what was going on and raided the game. "Sitting in" the game were a son of a senator from one of the southern states, the white messenger of another prominent senator from the south, three members of the Capitol police force and several colored employees of the building. This incident while shockingly out of tune with the segregation bills now before Congress reveals nothing new as to real conditions in the South. It simply emphasizes the inconsistency of the Southern colorphobia. GIRL'S DAY (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Chestertown, Md., March 26— Sunday was Girl's Day at Janes M. E. Church. A spendid program was rendered by the girls through out the day. They succeeded in raising $40. Rev. J. R. Holland is pastor. OLIVER J. CAULK ...House Painter... ...And Paper Hanger... 2143 Druid Hill Avenue. Madison 1029. House Painting Glazing, Graining Enameling Floors Stained—Varnished or Waxed. Leaky Roofs Cemented and Painted. Miss Edith Butler 1230 ETTING STREET Ostrich feathers cleaned, curled and remodeled. 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Williamson, grand secretary of the most worshipful grand lodge of the state of New York, Free and Accepted Masons, in a letter to the grand master of the United Grand Orient of Lusitania, in Lisbon, Portugal, not long ago, among other things says: In looking through the American Freemason I note that your grand orient has issued a call for an international Masonic conference or cress and that one of the topics for discussion is "The Position of the Black Face In Masonry." That topic interests me considerably because of the fact that this grand lodge in which I hold membership is composed entirely of black men, otherwise designated as American Negroes, and I wondered whether the sub- for discussion is to deal primarily with the black people of American birth or with those who may be living within the territory governed by your grand orient. I do not presume you are very well informed concerning the relations existing between the white and black races of the United States. It is true that at one time many millions of the blacks were slaves of a portion of the whites. It is equally true there were several millions of blacks that were known as "free Negroes," whose ancestors were never bound by the chains of human slavery. It was through this class that Freemasonry among the American Negroes came into being by virtue of a document issued in 1784 by the grand bishop of England at London. Those black Americans transmitted the sacred rites and ceremonies down through various generations of other "free Negroes" to the present generation. The white American grand lodges refuse to give us that brotherly recognition due all regular Free and accepted Mussons upon at least three grounds—first, because in their minds there exists an abominal prejudice because of our dark skin; second, to sustain the sentiments just noted these grand lodges fall behind the so called American doctrine—i.e., that no two grand lodges of Freemasons can exist in the same territory at one and the same time; third, that our ancestry as M. BENY A. SPENCER GRAND MASTER NEW YORK STATE GRAND LODGE regularly made Masons is not clear. In discussing the first cause I can but add the average white American, also the average white American Mason, does not seem to be inclined to judge his black brother according to his mental and moral characteristics, but by the color of his skin. In treating upon the second cause for non-recognition, would say this "doctrine" purposely and effectively prevents fraternal intercourse between the grand lodges of white and black Masons, which bodies are to be found in most every state comprising the American Union. Some of the white grand lodges in their constitutions or codes of law plainly state one of the requisites for initiation into the order is that the person must be of the "white" or Caucasian race. This, you are aware, is contrary to the spirit and purposes of the institution. While other grand lodges do not go so far with the wording of their codes, yet it is absolutely impossible for a dark skinned man to come a member in any of their lodges ex-commensur from some north African, East Indies or other countries where the dark skinned natives are classed with the Caucasian race. Their lodges will accept any one who does not boast of African or Negro ancestry. Being deprived of the privilege of admission into these white lodges; the only recourse has been for the black Freemasons to organize such bodies of their own and in turn grand lodges; hence the continental Mason will find two grand orients or, as we term them, grand lodges working in each of the American states. Regarding the third cause, from time to time when confronted with unquestionable documentary evidence the officers of the white grand lodge have been compelled to admit with considerable reluctance that the first lodge of black Masons (African No. 458) was as regular in the manner of its establishment as were any of those composed of white men which came into existence during the eighteenth century. But many of their members feel as did that great American Masonic scholar, Brother Albert Pike—that before they will call a black Mason "brother" they would prefer to leave Masonry. Space will not permit me to discuss the whole subject at a greater length than I have herewith. I only want to inform you of the one fact that we are unable to impress upon the minds of the white grand bodies of this country, and that is the black American Mason does not create social relationship with his white coworker in this great scheme of human fellowship, nor does he desires the absorption of his branch of the fraternity by the white grand lodges. All we ask and all we want is for them to acknowledge before the whole world that we are "brothers." Masonically and be accorded such other rights due from one Mason to Free Instruction on Useful Subjects Offered by Hampton Institute Offered by Hampton institute. The Hampton institute, through its summer session for teachers which will be held this year from June 16 to July 14, offers colored teachers in Virginia and other states the opportunity of securing free instruction in courses leading to industrial certificates. Dr. George P. Phelix, vice principal of Hampton institute, will be the director of the summer school, which will be held under the auspices of the Virginia state board of education and the Hampton institute. The summer school staff will include thirteen of the regular Hampton workers and the following persons: Elda I. Avery, State Normal college, Albany, N. X.; Benjamin G. Brawley, Morehouse college, Atlanta, Ga.; Caroline W. Hotchkiss, Horace Mann school, New York; Mabel I. Jenkins, Dana hall, Wellesley, Mass.; E. E. Kelton, Ely court, Greenwich, Conn.; John B. Pierce, Wellville, Va.; Frank K. Sanders, Washburn college, Topeka, Kan.; John C. Stone, State Normal school, Montclair, N. J.; and Laura E. Turner, Washington. Ambitious colored teachers have twenty-five courses from which to select their summer course of study. The industrial courses are: Chair caning and upholstering, elementary and advanced cooking, primary and advanced manual training, poultry keeping, elementary and advanced sewing. Other courses leading to industrial certificates are: American history, arithmetic (primary and grammar grades), civics (with reference to community life), English composition, geography (primary and grammar grades), hygiene, methods of teaching reading and principles of teaching. Dr. Sanders will give a course in Bible, in which he "will discuss the important problems of religious education and of pedagogy, whose solution underlies the right use of the Bible as the principal tool in the hands of a wise teacher who is face to face with the problems of social and moral uplift". Dr. Sanders, who is now president of Washburn college, was formerly dean of the Yale divinity school. William S. Dodd, who is in charge of the Hampton institute business course, will give a course in practical business matters, which "will embrace the study and discussion of notes, deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, wills, taxes and taxation, usury, savings banks, fraternal orders, health and life insurance societies." Miss Ida A. Tourtellol of Hampton institute will conduct a course in community work, which "is intended to give a larger knowledge of Negro life in the south, to take a survey of the Negro's progress and to suggest lines of activity for the future." BUSINESS MEN REORGANIZE. Local League In Richmond, Va. Takes on New Life. Richmond, Va.-The Local Negro Business league of this city was reorganized the third week in March by Ralph W. Tyler, national organizer for the National Negro Business league. Prior to the reorganization Mr. Tyler addressed the business and professional men of the city at the Richmond Beneficial association hall, on the importance of business co-operation. The greatest interest was shown in the new organization, and the need of it was emphasized by a number of speakers following Mr. Tyler, among whom were Rev. Drs. Graham and Morris, Mrs. Maggie Walker, president of St. Luke's bank; Dr. Jones and others. Mr. Tyler was introduced by a fellow journalist, John Mitchell, Jr., editor of the Planet. The officers elected were: Mr. Floyd Ross, president; John T. Taylor, vice president; James T. Carter, secretary; T. F. Archer, treasurer, and the following executive committee: John Mitchell, Jr.; Mrs. Maggie L. Walker, Dr. R. E. Jones and W. D. Jones. Mr. Ross, who was elected president, is president of the True Reformers, and the man whose untiring energy has revived that organization and through whose efforts many thousands of dollars of debts of the fraternal society has been paid. The vice president, John T. Taylor, is manager of the Richmond Beneficial association; the secretary, Mr. Carter, is secretary to one of the largest law firms of white men in the city; the treasurer, Mr. Archer, is Richmond's leading grocer. The executive board is composed of two bankers-Mr. Mitchell, president of the Mechanies' bank; Mrs. Walker, president of the St. Luke's bank-Dr. R. E. Jones, one of the leading physicians of the city, and W. O. Jones, carriage manufacturer. It will be seen that the reorganized Business league is officered by the most progressive and substantial citizens of Richmond Following the meeting Mr. Tyler was tendered a banquet at Hotel Miller. During his stay here he was shown much attention by Richmond's progressive citizens and was taken on a visit to as many of the business houses and financial and fraternal institutions conducted by the race as it was possible to visit. In Memory of Rev. M.F. Peterson. The second monthly dinner of the Citizens' club of Brooklyn, held on Saturday evening, March 21, took the form of a memorial meeting to the late Rev. John Peterson, who was principal of the old Mulberry street public school, in New York, many years ago. The address, "Modern Education," was delivered by William L. Bulkley, Ph. D. George E. Wibecan is president and also the founder of the organization. The meeting was held at Raub's cafe. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER RACIAL UPLIFT FACTOR. Excellent Features of a School Founded by Dr. G. W. Kineaid. Jumonville, Pa. — Three years ago Dr. G. W. Kineaid conceived the idea of founding an agricultural, mechanical and industrial institution in the western section of Pennsylvania to meet the peculiar exigencies caused by thousands of Afro-Americans coming to this section yearly in search of better wages. Prior to that time he had spent much time in racial uplift through the pubs of the A. M. E. Zion denomination and had become one of Zion's beacon lights and recognized as one of the race's most gifted orators. For years Dr. Kineaid had a pronounced enthusiasm for promoting an institution in this part of the state that would become a factor in the development of Afro-American youths. Being a prominent character in the race's civic, religious and political movements, Dr. Kincaid commanded the highest respect and confidence of both races, so much so that his plans for the present institution met the approbation and support of the better element of both races in Pennsylvania, DR. GEORGE W. KINCAID. and today there is in Jumonville an institution of real merit, due to his characery, thrift and genius. Jumonville is one of the state's most historic spots. General Washington took charge of the American forces on this spot after the death of Bradock. General Jumonville was killed and buried here. The school is located upon 300 acres of land, sixty-eight miles southeast of Pittsburgh, and is known as the Dunbar Camp Agricultural, Mechanical and Industrial school. This excellent plant was formerly used by the soldiers and sailors' orphan children for forty years. The plant consists of fourteen buildings, with modern improvements, and there will be found a heating plant, electric light plant, pumping station and reservoir, with hospital and a department for training nurses. Five hundred students can be comfortably accommodated at this fine institution, which is high above the sea level. Dr. Kincaid has bid a good foundation for these departments—agriculture, live stock raising, poultry farm, blacksmithing, wheelwrighting, domestic science, dressmaking, millinery and other departments. The school receives a liberal appropriation from the state, and from present indications, because of the scope of the work, a necessary development of our people to meet the conditions, it will be more largely supported by the legislature. The school is an ideal spot for a summer institute because of the fresh air, pure water and other abundant gifts from nature's resources. The following distinguished men are the trustees of the school; Dr. G. W. Kincaid, president; Professor T. H. Brown, secretary; Vanderbilt, Pa.; A. J. Cochrane, a millionaire coal operator; Dawson, Pa.; treasurer; Charles H. Reeder, Latrobe, Pa.; Frank McDonald, Beaver Falls, Pa. and Fred Stepbenson, Wilkesbarre, Pa. JEANES FOUNDATION FUND. Notable Progress Made In the Work Among Rural Schools. Dr. James Hardy Dillard of Charlottesville, Va., who is president of the Negro rural school fund (Jeanes foundation), gives the following figures for one month's work in Virginia: Supervising industrial teachers, 10; number of counties helped by these supervising teachers, 11; number of schools visited, 152; number of colored pupils in schools visited, 8,902; amount of salary paid by the Jeanes fund, $342.50; amount of salary paid by counties, $127.50 There are now 117 colored supervising industrial teachers at work under the general direction of Dr. Dillard, formerly of Tulane university, in thirteen southern states—Alabama, 11; Arkansas, 10; Florida, 6; Georgia, 15; Kentucky, 1; Louisiana, 12; Maryland, 2; Mississippi, 15; North Carolina, 15; South Carolina, 11; Tennessee, 5; Texas, 4, and Virginia, 10. In a single month these workers visited 1.429 schools, having an enrollment of 96.166. The Jeanes fund paid out in salaries $4.676.50, and the counties (119) paid the Jeanes teachers $920.67. The work that Dr. Dillard is doing shows what can be accomplished through co-operation. New Edifice For Knights of Pythias. The order of Knights of Pythias of the state of Illinois should be congratulated on the progress which is being made in the plans for the erection of the Pythian temple which the organization has decided to build in Chicago. According to the estimate agreed upon the edifice will cost $150,000. Much credit is due Major R. R. Jackson. Mr. E. D. Green and their associates in the work for having so arranged affairs as to locate the temple in Chicago. Work on the building is to begin soon. SUNDAY SCHOOL Lesson XIII.—First Quarter, For March 29, 1914. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, Matt. vii. 21-29. Comprehensive Quarterly Review. Golden Text, Mic. vi. S—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. LESSON I.—Jesus and the Children. Mark ix, 30:37; x, 13:16. Golden Text. I Pet. v, 5. "He clothed with humility, for God resisteth the proud and giveth grace to the humble." In the first part of our lesson the contrast is between the desire for greatness on the part of the disciples and the humility of a little child. In the second part it is the contrast between the fulness of the rich young ruler and the emptiness of the blessed children. Lesson 11. The Mission of the Seventy, Luke x. 1-16. Golden Text, Matt. x, 20. "It is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father that speaketh in you." Prayer that the Lord would send forth laborers to be honest prayer must be from hearts willing to be sent forth, as lambs among wolves. We are to preach peace by Jesus Christ and to have no anxiety about our recompense. When the kingdom comes there will be no sick folks (Isa. xxviii. 24). LESSON 111. — The Good Samaritan, Luke x. 25-37. Golden Text, Mark xiii, 31. "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself." When our Lord called any one's attention to the law it was that they might be convinced of sin and led to Himself as the Saviour of sinners (Rom. iii, 19.20; x, 4; Gal. iii, 21-24). We are as helpless to do anything to save ourselves or obtain eternal life as was the man who fell among thieves. He was half dead, but we are wholly dead (Euth. ii, 5). Lesson IV.—Serving Jesus. Luke vili- 1-3; ix. 57-62; x. 38-42. Golden Text. Matt. xxv. 40. "Unusual as we have done it unto one of the least of these. My brethren, we have done it unto Me." In the first and last sections of this lesson we see women ministering unto Him, and Mary of Bethany, having done her part, found time to listen to His teaching. In the second section we learn that serving Him means none of self and no looking back. Lesson V.—The Unfriendly Neighbor Luke xi. 1-13. Golden Text. Luke xi. 9. "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you." A better title for this lesson would be "The Father who giveeth all," according to Rom. viii. 32. If we honor Him, as in the first three petitions of the prayer (verses 2-4), we may count upon Him to make good all the rest and verse 13 also. Lesson VI.—Darkness and Light. Luke xi. 14:26. xxxill. 36. Golden Text. Luke xi. 25. "Take heed, therefore, that the light which is in thee be not darkness." These religious people were so blinded by their own self righteousness, which was really darkness and not light, that they could not distinguish between God and the devil. LESSON VII. - Christ's Hair of Shams, Luke xi. 37-54. Golden Text, Gal. vi. 7. "He not received; God is not mocked." There is always a loving welcome from the Lord Jesus for all who politely turn to Him, but for hypocrites, such as these Pharisees and lawyers. He has the most severe words—a welcome for sinners, but a woe for the self righteous. LESSON VIII. - Faith Destroying Fear, Luke xii. 1-12. Golden Text, Luke xii. 8. "Whosoever shall confess Me before men him shall the Son of Man also confess before the angels of God." The hatred of the truly righteous by the self righteous resulted in expulsion from the synagogue and even in death (John xvi. 2), but the separation of soul and body was given to the believer and not a thing to be feared (Phil. i. 21-28). Lesson IX.-Trusting In Hiches and Trusting In God, Luke xii. 13-34. Golden Text, Luke xii. 34. "Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also." It is still manifestly true that, as a rule, men are more interested in earthly things than in heavenly things and act as foolishly as did the man in this lesson. He who gives us life may require it of us at any time. Lesson X.-Watchfulness, Luke xii. 35-48. Golden Text, Luke xii. 37. "Blessed are those servants whom the Lord when He cometh shall find watching." In verse 43 there is also a blessing upon the one found doing. When saved we are put in trust with pounds and talents, and the Holy Spirit is given to us to dwell in us, work in us and teach us, and our commission is "Occupy till I come" (Luke xi. 13). Lesson XI.—The Lawful Use of the Sabbath, Luke xiii, 10-17; xiv, 1-6, Golden Text, Mark ii. 27. "The Sabbath was made for man and not man for the Sabbath." Their greatest accusations of Christ were that He made Himself equal with God and, in their estimation, dishonored their Sabbath (John x. 33-36: ix, 14; v, 18). They were so blinded by their own doings that they could not see their need of what He came to give them. Lesson XII.—Lessons by the Way. Luke xiii. 18-30. Golden Text. Matt. vii. 21. "Not every one that, saith " but he that doeth." There is much false teaching, and there are many deceived people, and the only safety is by the Truth, which is in Christ Jesus, who is Himself the Truth. 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The "Life Problem' Bible Class was conducted Tuesday evening by Payne A. M. E. Sunday School. The subject was "Friends—Choosing and Selecting." The fact was brought out that we may have many acquaintances but all acquaintances or associates are not necessarily friends in the truest sense of that term. A person should have at least, four of the seven qualities necessary for complete and worthy friendship: Good Morals, Intellectuality, Congeniality, Charitableness, Sympathy, sacrifice and religion. Those who completed their subscriptions to the Building Fund during the past week are: John W. Phillips $10.00 Joseph Lindsay 25.00 Thomas Bell 6.00 Edward Marshall 5.00 TROUBADOURS TO GO TO RIVER VIEW The Famous Dixie Troubadours, now playing in the Maryland Theatre Rathskeller, are under contract to entertain at River View Park the coming summer. They are now rehearsing; and plan to give the patrons there main thrills during the engagement. The personnel: Frank Fowles Brown, Indianapolis, Ind., tenor soloist; Fred Jennines, tenor and banjoist; U. G. Chambers, tenor and pianist; "Joe" Porter, baritone and cellist; "Andy" Brown, bass and guitarist and J. E. Ridgely, violin and traps. MRS. NEAL GIVES A DINNER Mrs. Bessie Neal gave a dinner in honor of Mrs. Bessie Holland of Baltimore at the residence of her mother, Mrs. Clarisa Neal, Main street, Ellicott City. Those present were Rev. Charles Young, Mrs. Sincure, of Philadelphia; Mr. and Mrs. Blanks of Carroll; Mrs. Blane Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Scott, Mrs Carrie Mathews, Mr. Joseph Jenson, Mr. Jonas Neal, Mrs. Katic Holland, Mr. Daniel Ireland. AGED LADY DIES SUDDENLY Mrs. Cecelia Burgess, died suddenly at her late residence, 1208 Etting street Sunday, March 15. She lived to the age of sixty-three. Funeral was held from Metropolitan M. E. Church Wednesday, March 18. Rev. John A. Holmes officiated, assisted by Rev. G. Cummings. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Annie Nash, one son, Mr. J. Walter Burgess, four grandchildren and a host of relatives to mourn their loss. CHURCH WORKER MARRIES Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dinkins who were married by Rev. Dr. W. J. Winston a few evenings ago, are now at their future home in Easton, Pa. The bride was Miss Ada Kelly, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Kelly, of 1639 Orlean street. She was an active worker in Wayland Baptist Church and has a wide circle of friends here. * DEATH OF ESTIMABLE LADY Mrs. Clementine Gladden mother of Jesse Gladden and Mrs. Ellen Wilson, died at her home, 200 Rock street, Thursday.of last week. She was 96 years of age. Besides her two children, she is survived by four grandchildren, one of whom is Major E. Gladden. Funeral services were held at her late home Sunday afternoon, Rev. M. J. Naylor, of Sharp Street Memorial M E. Church officiating. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. CARDS OF THANKS Mrs. Nannie Hazelton and family and Mr. William A. Jones thank their friends for their kindness and many expressions of sympathy and their beautiful floral tributes during their recent great sorrow. I desire to thank the many friends of my late, husband Gassaway Walker, for their evidences of sympathy, following his demise. C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M James F. Hall Auburn Marble Special Prices Only Interior And Exc Monuments and Tombstone Cemetery Work.' Marble W Residence: 1210 THE ANNUAL THANK ORDER OF KNIGHT N. A., S. A., E. Ames M. E. Church. C Sunday March Special Prices On All Church Work Interior And Exterior Work . . . Ements and 'Tombstones, Corner Posts and Gallery Work.' Marble Work of All Kinds. M Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SHOW OF KNIGHTS OF PYE N. A., S. A., E., A., A., and A. M. E. Church, Carey and Baker S Sunday March 29, at 3 P. Special Prices On All Church Work Interior And Exterior Work..... Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing Cemetery Work.' Marble Work of All Kinds. Mantles. Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue THE ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SERVICES ORDER OF KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS Ames M. E. Church, Carey and Baker Streets Sunday March 29, at 3 P. M. Sermon by Rev. D. W. Shaw, Pastor The Public Is Cordially GREAT JOSIAH DIGGS, Grand Keeper of THE ANNUAL THANKSGIVING S K. of P. of N. A., U. St. John's A. M. E. Church Lexington street near Pine Sermon by the Pastor All Sir Knights, Sir Geo. A. Wat- ment, Lewis E. Williams, Brie- dially invited to Rosa J. Richardson, Grand Worth Hattie Kane, ONE THOUSAND At Trinity A. M. E. Church A PRAVER SERVICE will be FEDERATION OF C All Presidents are earnest Members to Mrs. Mary F. Handy, President Queen's Rally at Sha- Under the Auspices of the Society and King's Benefit of Co Come and see the Queen's, L. Flower Girls, in beautiful costume Golden Crown. ADMII Thursday Evening, Please return all c Mrs. E. C. Young, Mrs. L. V. Gai Rev. M. J. N. BETHEL A. M. MADAM BRUCE will give o Madam Bruce is one of the best you with her magnetic voice as s songs of Gospel truth. Do not r Sunday, March 29th Positively a Silver C Public Is Cordially Invited to be Welcome GEO. A. WATTY, Grand Keeper of Record and Seals NATIONAL THANKSGIVING SERVICE, ORDER OF K. of P. of N. A., S. A., E., A. A. & A. A. S. A. M. E. Church On street near Pine Sunday, May 11 At 7:30 p.m. Sermon by the Pastor, Rev. J. A. Briscoe Rights, Sir Geo. A. Watty, G. C., and the Uncle Lewis E. Williams, Brigadier General, are dially invited to worship with us Hardison, Grand Worthy Councillor Hattie Kane, Grand Worthy Regis ONE THOUSAND WOMEN WANT A. M. E. Church On Good Friday from SERIAL SERVICE will be held under the auspice FEDERATION OF CHRISTIAN WOMEN Presidents are earnestly requested to urge Members to be present F. Handy, President Mrs. Sarah E. Lewis Is Rally at Sharp St. Memoir The Auspices of the Baby Association, M. Society and King's Daughters and Sons Benefit of Conference Claims And see the Queen's, Lord Chamberlains. M. Mrs. in beautiful costumes. Also see who w own. ADMISSION FREE Saturday Evening, April 2nd at 8 I.M. Please return all cards on this evening. Young, Mrs. L. V. Garrett, Mrs. J. H. Ross Rev. M. J. Naylor, Pastor BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH M BRUCE will give one of her Famous Saxe Sir magnetic voice as she sings those old gospel truth. Do not miss this rare treat. Sunday, March 29th, from 5 to 7 P. M. Positively a Silver Offering at the Door. The Public Is Cordially Invited to be With Us GEO. A. WATTY, Grand Chancellor JOSIAH DIGGS, Grand Keeper of Record and Seals THE ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SERVICE, ORDER OF CALANTHE St. John's A. M. E. Church Sunday, March 29, 1914 Lexington street near Pine At 7.30 p.m. All Sir Knights, Sir Geo. A. Watty, G. C., and the Uniform Department, Lewis E. Williams, Brigadier General, are most cordially invited to worship with us Rosa J. Richardson, Grand Worthy Councillor Hattie Kane, Grand Worthy Register of Deeds ONE THOUSAND WOMEN WANTED At Trinity A. M. E. Church On Good Friday from 3 to 4 P. M. A PRAYER SERVICE will be held under the auspices of the FEDERATION OF CHRISTIAN WOMEN All Presidents are earnestly requested to urge their Members to be present Mrs. Mary F. Handy, President Mrs. Sarah E. Lewis, Chairman Under the Auspices of the Baby Association, Missionary Society and King's Daughters and Sons Benefit of Conference Claims Come and see the Queen's, Lord Chamberlains. Maids, Pages, Flower Girls, in beautiful costumes. Also see who will wear the Golden Crown. ADMISSION FREE Mrs. E. C. Young, Mrs. L. V. Garrett, Mrs. J. H. Ross, Presidents Rev. M. J. Naylor, Pastor BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH MADAM BRUCE will give one of her Famous Sacred Concerts Madam Bruce is one of the best singers of the race. She will charm you with her magnetic voice as she sings those old soul stirring songs of Gospel truth. Do not miss this rare treat. PERSONAL NOTES Miss Cornelia Cook, of 1600 Druid Hill avenue was married to Mr. Adolphus M. Jordan of Washington, on February 18. The happy couple are residing at 619 Dolphin street, this city. Mrs. Frances Hawkins of 1079 Lexington street, was the guest of Miss Mamie Thomas 910 South Sarolina avenue, Washington last week. Mr. and Mrs. James W. Hughes of E. Center street have gone to Bermuda for a two week's stay. Mrs. George E. Frey of Linden avenue is seriously ill at Atlantic City where she had gone to recuperate from a serious spell of illness. Mrs. Marie Mason Southall, who was operated on at the Johns Hopkins Hospital is improving and wish to to thank her many friends for their kindness towards her during her illness. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pratt, of 1734 McCulloh street will leave on April 5, for Atlantic City to spend the summer. Mrs. Martha I. Graham was granted a divorce from Chatman Graham on March 14th. 1914. Rev. Thomas Porter of 506 Ogton street is quite sick at the hospital. Mr. J. W. Perry, of 1412 Ward street, who suffered a severe stroke of paralysis a few weeks ago, is in a slightly improved condition. Mr. Thaddeus Copeland spent last Sunday in Annapolis and took part in the Men's Day service and addressed the Sunday School of Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church. He was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Wortham. Mrs. Mary A. Wise of North Baltimore is confined to her bed, with severe illness. --- --- THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER All Church Work Superior Work ..... Uses, Corner Posts and Curbing Work of All Kinds. Mantles. 5 Argyle Avenue THANKGIVING SERVICE S RIGHTS OF PYTHIAS , A., A., and A. Harey and Baker Streets 29, at 3 P. M. Any Invited to be With Us O. A. WATTY, Grand Chancellor of Record and Seals SERVICE, ORDER OF CALANTHE S. A., E., A. A. & A. Sunday, March 29, 1914 At 7.30 p. m. or, Rev. J. A. Briscoe by, G. C., and the Uniform Depart- gadier General, are most cor- worship with us My Councillor Grand Worthy Register of Deeds WOMEN WANTED On Good Friday from 3 to 4 P. M. held under the auspices of the CHRISTIAN WOMEN only requested to urge their to be present Mrs. Sarah E. Lewis, Chairman Harp St. Mem. Church Baby Association, Missionary Daughters and Sons Conference Claims Word Chamberlains. Maids, Pages, tes. Also see who will wear the SION FREE April 2nd at 8 P. M. cards on this evening Grett, Mrs. J. H. Ross, Presidents Taylor, Pastor M. E. CHURCH One of her Famous Sacred Concerts singers of the race. She will charm the sings those old soul stirring miss this rare treat. from 5 to 7 P. M. offering at the Door. Mr. Chares T. Tatum, of 1134 Russel street, is able to be out after a few weeks' illness. Charles Allsup, of 411 W. Hamburg street, has returned from a recent visit to Miss Nannie Pierson, of Fredericksburg, Va., Miss Pierson owns and occupied the home in that city that was once occupied by President Monroe. Mendelssohn Choral oratorio at Waters Church Sunday night. Silver offering. Mrs. R. D. Jennings, of Strasburg, Va., has been called to the bedside of her father, John Boyer, of 1126 Russell street. He is suffering from a stroke of paralysis. Mrs. Fannie Fields, who has been sick at her home 1602 Presstman street, for some time is much improved. Don't fail to go to Waters Church to her Mendelssohn Choral oratorio Society Sunday night. Waters Church is on Aisquith near Jefferson. The Mendelssohn Choral Society will sing there Sunday night. Mrs. Sarah A. Figgs, of 1703 Presstman street, has returned from Mitchellsville, Prince George county, after burying her little daughter Viola who was burned to death, March 13. Mrs. John Nelson, who has been quite sick at her home on Lanvale street is much improved. Mrs. Mary E. Emory cf 356 W. Biddle street is now at her home from the John Hopkins Hospital where she underwent a serious operation. She is able to be out and thanks the friends and members of Trinity Church for their kind attention during her illness. Mrs. Mamie Newby, of 1223 Division street who has been very ill a the Maryland General Hospital for sometime has much improved and wishes to thank her many friends for their evidence of sympathy extended her during her illness. --- STARLIGHT 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 Organi-ation 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. 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: 1-3 story house 600 block, Mosher 2-3 house 1100 block Carrollton 1-3 story house 700 block, Mosher 1-2 and 3-3 story houses 1000 block 8-3 story houses. 1400 block, " Carrollton 1-3 story house 1100 block Argyle 1-3 house 1500 block Division 1-3 story house 1200 block Argyle 1-3 house 1300 block N. Carey 2-3 story houses 1500 block Argyle 2-3 house 1500 block Division 1-3 house 600 block N. Vaca 1-3 house 1500 block Presstman 1-3 house 1600 block Druid Hill 2-2 houses 1300 block N. Stricker 1-3 house 1700 block Druid Hill 2-3 houses 1300 block N. Stricker 1-3 house 2000 block Druid Hill 2-2 houses 1500 block N. Mount 1-3 house 2100 block Druid Hill 5-2 and 3 houses 300--500 block Mount 1-3 house 2200 block Druid Hill 1-2 house 1000 block N. Calhoun 1-3 house 1700 block MeCulloh 1-3 house 20 Lafayetre, near Charles stree 2-3 houses 1900 block McCulloh 1-3 house 500 block Robt street For further particulars write call or telephone Madison 3661-Y All orders promptly attended to. You had etter see ME soon if you desire to get a house centrally located 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 A fine casket worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray or white plush highly polished jak 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 etc., all of the latest designs. This funeral cost elsewhere.....$136.00 My price$73.00.....$75.00 Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 Patent medicines at cut-rate prices. Madam Walker's Hair Grower on Sale Druid Hill Ave. and Biddle St. altimore, Md. Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25 cent can will convince. Scientifically prepared at- SPECIAL NOTICE Madison Street Presbyterian Church, Sunday March 29, at 11 a. m. Men's meeting. Speakers, Prof. C. L. Davis J. A. B. Callis. J. Arthur-Turner. G. W. Anderson, Att'ys. W. T. McGuinn and W. Ashleigh Hawkins. Men are especially invited. Wednesday, April 1, 8 p.m., Important Congregational meeting. The family of the late William H. Jones, of 641 George street, desire to thank their many friends and relatives for their kindness during his illness and for floral tributes at his death. His wife, Annie Jones. 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 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. Homeeeker's Realty Company 11E . Fayette St. Phone St. Paul 2370 ```markdown ``` 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. Carlos C. Jennings Sen't. Collector and Ins. Agent 21 E. 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