The Afro-American

VOL. XXII· NO.36 SENATE CONFIRMS JUDGE TERRELL Vardaman And His Henchmen Lose Out In Their Scheme to Indefinitely Withhold Confirmation (Staff Correspondence) Washington, April 30.—The United States Senate, by a vote of 39 to 24, refused to place its official sanction upon the plan of Southern bourbons to refuse capable colored men political preferment, when it confirmed the renomination of Robert H. Terrell as a judge of the Municipal Court of the District of Columbia last Friday evening. The nomination had been sent to the Senate by President Wilson on February 18, and had hung fire since. The Senate Judiciary Committee reported it favorably several weeks ago Southern members voicing their disapproval. The fight against Judge Terrell was led by James K. Vardaman and others who owe their political preferment to the fact that their States have trampled upon the rights of the Negro, and robbed him of the right to vote. Judge Terrell had received the unanimous support of the local bar, Democrats and Republicans, Northern and Southern born men, uniting in declaring him to be the best municipal judge that the District of Columbia ever had. He was the only one of the six judges whose terms expired in January to be renamed. Attorney General McReynolds was one of the many who urged his reappointment. RACE ISSUE THREATENED The attitude of Vardaman, Hoke Smith and others toward the nomination threatened a fierce debate on the Negro question a thing that Southerners dread. It is said that Senators Root, Dillingham, Penrose, Burton, Clapp, Wesley Jones, LaFollette and others were prepared to deliver speeches defending the Negro. Even Borah, who said a few weeks ago that he formed the repeal of the Fifteenth Amendment if it would make the way easier for the extension of the right to vote for white women, is said to have been ready to defend the race. The hand of the President was seen in the fight for Terrell's confirmation. Senator John W. Kern, of Indiana, floorleader in the Senate, took charge of the fight. Northern and Western Senators, Democrats, Republicans and Progressives-voted solidly for Terrell. The Southern members were solidly against his confirmation, although one is said to have been on the verge of favoring him. The fight for Judge Terrell was made by men from all sections of the country, some of his strongest supporters having been born in the South. The more Vardaman railed against him the stronger and more insistent became Judge Terrell's friends. They went everywhere and tried to convince those opposed on account of his race that no such narrow consideration should govern their actions. Even some of the relatives of Blair Lee junior United States Senator from Maryland, are said to have urged upon him that he should vote for confirmation. Harpers Ferry, W. Va., April 30.—An interesting declaration test between the students of St. College and Morgan College, Baltimore, was held here last Friday night. Lloyd P. Fisher of Winchester, Va., won the first prize for Storer College his theme being Corwin's "The star in Mexico." Miss Mary Corwin won second prize. Morgan College, her subject: g Dumas' "The Lions." REPORT OF CHURCH EXTENSION SOCIETY nancial Support Washington, April 30.—Reports presented by Rev. Dr. B. F. Watson, secretary-treasurer of the Board of Church Extension of the A. M. E. Church, at the 22nd annual meeting of the board, held here Wednesday, showed that more than $100,000 was saved to churches in various sections of the country during the year by the timely arrival of aid from the department. Bishop L. J. Coppin presided. The report of Dr. Watson showed that $333,940.97 had been received from all sources during the year. As there was a balance of 19,624.40 on hand at the close of the fiscal year ended March 31, 1913, the cash in hand during the year totaled $5,3565.01 for the department. A balance of $21, 752.88 was reported in hand at the close of the fiscal year just passed, which deducting liabilities of 13,457.16, leaves a net balance of $8.295. The outstanding loans, regular and irregular, amount to $299, 695.78; value of mortgages held, $159,800, with which the cash in hand, stock in the A. M. E. Book Concern and other incidentals, make total assets of $466,201.95. The board voted to inform Bishop J. Albert Johnson, who has charge of the South African work that it could not at this time send the $7,500 the last General Conference authorized] it to give toward the erection of a boys' dormitory for Bethel Institute, Cape Town, but would do so later. Florida Conferences in charge of Bishop John Hurst, were commended for observing Church Extension day. Among the churches aided during the year were congregations at Thomastown and Salisbury, Md. Dr. Watson reported having saved Mr. Pisgah Church Princeton, N. J., from forclosure. Dr. Watson was generally commended for his report, especially for raising the department to such a standard that the banks have a high opinion of it. Memorial services were held for Rev. Horace Graves, who died since the last session. Rev. H. E. Stewart, of Evanston, ill., was elected to succeed him. elected Rev. J. F. McDonald, editor of the Western Chirstian Recorder; John R. Hawkins, financial secretary; Rev. J. I. Lowe, manager of the Book Concern were among the visitors introduced. V. M. C. A. PLEDGERS PAY UP. Those who subscribed to the Y. M. C. A. Building Fund took upon themselves an honest obligation, and many of them are showing it by coming forward and paying in full: Mrs. Marthea Garner $6.00 Mrs. Alice Lindsay 5.00 Dr. J. O. Spencer 50.00 Dr. H. S. McCard 25.00 Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Langlev 120.00 Rev. and Mrs. Roy Mohr 16.00 Clinton Johnson 10.00 George Mardell 5.00 James Nugent 5.00 Wm. O. Wilson 5.00 Samuel Bolden 3.00 Oliver J. Caulk 6.00 James H. Johnson 5.00 Thomas D. Rustin 6.00 Rev. A. Brown 40.00 Joseph L. Press 10.00 Jas. T. Ennis 10.00 Louis Hargett 10.00 Robert L. Henson 10.00 FOR THE CAUSE OF HUMAN RIGHTS With the opening of the sixth annual session of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People at the Lyric this Sunday afternoon there will be gathered men and women of both races, representing the North and South, and all interested in the cause of human rights. During the conference, which will end at McCoy Hall, Johns Hopkins University, next Tuesday night, various aspects of the race question will be discussed, such as education, segregation "Jim Crow" cars, and the political and civil rights of the Negro. The speakers at the opening session will include, Senator Wesley L. Jones, who will speak on "Agricultural Training for the Negro." Dr. Jacques Loeb, the biologist; Dr. Howard A. Kelly, of this city and Rev. R. W. Bagnall, of Detroit. Moorfield W. Storey, of Boston, president of the association, will preside. A business session will be held at Madison Street Presbyterian Church, Madison street, near Park avenue, Monday morning. A public meeting will be held at Sharon Baptist Church, Carey and Presstman streets, in the afternoon. The speakers will include Mrs. Havelock Ellis, W. Justin Carter, of Harrisburg, Pa.; Mrs Coralie F. Cook, of Washington, and Rev. Dr. G. R. Waller. Archibald H. Grimke, president of the Washington branch of the association will preside. A public session will be held at Union Baptist Church, Droid Hill avenue, between Dolphin and Lanvale streets, Monday night. The speakers will be Butler R. Wilson, of Boston; Prof. T. S. Inborden and Dr. Katherine Dement Davis, commissioner of correction for New York. Dr. Joe E. Spingarn, chairman of the executive committee of the association, will preside. He is the donor the of the Spingarn medal, for which $100 is provided annually to present a medal to the colored man or woman who performs the most noteworthy service for the race during the year. An executive session will be held at Sharp Street Memorial Church, Tuesday at 10 o'clock. At the public session at Metropolitan Church at 2 p. m., Dr. W. E. Burghardt DuBois, director of publicity and research for the association and editor of the Crisis, will preside. Hon. Charles J. Bonaparte, former Attorney General of the United States; Miss Adelene, a Southern-born white woman, who will speak on "The New Renaissance;" Rev. S. L. Theobald, of St. Paul, one of the four colored Catholic priests in this country, and L. M. Hershaw of Washington, will deliver addresses. A reception will be tendered the visitors and delegates at Bethel Church, Druid Hill avenue and Lanvale street, between 5 and 6 The closing meeting will be held at McCoy Hall in the evening. The speakers will include Mrs. Robert M. LaFollette, wife of the senator from Wisconsin; W. Ashbie Hawkins, who conducted a successful legal fight against Baltimore's former segregation law; Mrs. Alice M. Dunbar, of Wilmington, Del., widow of the late Paul Laurence Dunbar, and Oswald Garrison Villard, treasurer of the association and editor of the New York Evening Post, one of the fairest papers in the country in regard to the Negro. Bishop John Hurst will preside. RANKIN MAKES A GOOD REPORT Largest Amount Collected For Home and Foreign Missions in the History of the A. M. E. Church New York, April 30.—One of the most important sessions of the Foreign Mission Board of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, was held here Wednesday. Bishop C. S. Smith presided. The report of Secretary J. W. Rankin showed that the people are becoming more and more interested in the cause of missions. Dr. Rankin made his report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 1914, showing that the people had contributed for foreign mission $19,000 more than the previous year. Secretary Rankin reviewed the work in West Africa and reported in full the conditions in which he found it by his personal observation. He had gone far into the African work, visiting many of the mission stations, and was well posted on the needs, therefore was better prepared to make recommendations to his Board. Other foreign fields will be visited and studied by the secretary. After telling about the missionaries in foreign fields, their work and accomplishments and reviewing the home mission work, especially among the women Dr. Rankin then rendered his financial report showing that there had been collected in the past 12 months for foreign missions, $50,122.69; for Home Missions $29,341.77, the largest amount ever raised in the history of the department. On the foreign fields there had been expanded $45,555.80. Mrs. Mary F. Handy, president of the Woman's Parent Mite Missionary Society, and Mrs. H. M. Turner, president of the Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society, rendered their reports through Secretary Rankin Both departments made good reports. Special stress was put on the home work by Secretary Rankin. The report of the auditing committee was made by the Rev. Dr. J. A. Lindsay, in which he commended the system of bookkeeping and said that every cent was properly accounted for. Bishop W. H. Heard said that it was a fortunate thing that the secretary had been able to visit Africa, and thought that this should have been done years ago. HAYES REGITAL CREATES INTEREST The musics lovers of Baltimore are again to be given a rare treat in the nature of a song recital by Mr. Roland W. Hayes, the famous tenor of Boston, at Bethel A. M. E. Church on Friday evening, May 8th. The concert which is produced under the auspices of Mrs. E. J. Wheatley and Miss Lucy J. Slowe is for the benefit of the Children's Day Nursery. This institution located at 953 Druid Hill avenue is maintained only by voluntary subscriptions, and at present is under very heavy debts for coal gas; and other responsibilities lasting through the winter; it is the aim of the association to pay off these obligations before the next administrative year begins which is in October. Mr. Hayes is to be supported by twelve noted musicians, chief among whom are Mr. Jacob Jones, the most promising tenor of the Howard University Conservatory of Music; Miss Louise Anderson, head of the music department of Morgan College; the Peerless Octette of Baltimore and Miss C. Beatrice Lewis, of the Howard University Conservatory of music, PRICE THREE CENTS At the night services he said that he was the founder of Trinity Church, that he regarded it as his child and that those who would harm it offended him. That Bishop Coppin regards the trouble as serious is indicated by the fact that he will preach there Sunday night. Trinity Church was founded by Bishop Coppin in 1881, when he was pastoring at Bethel Church. The first services were held there July 24, 1881, the late Bishop Wayman preaching both morning and night and the late Bishop Handy in the afternoon. REPORTS RECEIVED Waters Church reported the largest amount raised of any local church for pastoral support. Good reports were also received from Bethel, Ebenezer Payne Memorial, Allen Churches, this city; Metropolitan and other churches in the District of Columbia; Mt. Moriah, Annapolis; Bethel, Easton; the church at Camp Parole and Ebenezer Hagerstown. Rev. David Johnson, of Hagerstown, preached the missionary sermon Thursday night. Bishop W. H. Heard, who has charge of the West African work of the denomination told of the customs of the people of Liberia and made a plea for funds for missionary and educational purposes. Among those who delivered addresses Friday morning were Bishop John Hurst, who has charge of the Florida work of the A. M. E. Church; Revs. J. C. Caldwell, of the Allen Christian Endeavor League; R. C. Ransom, editor of the A. M. E. Church Review; J. W. Rankin, secretary of missions; B. F. Watson, secretary of church extension; R. R. Wright editor of the Christain Recorder; J. F. McDonald, editor of the Western BISHOP WILL SETTLE TRINITY TROUBLE Trinity Controversy Uppermost at Opening Session of the Baltimore A. M. E. Conference. With a stirring address by Bishop Levi J. Coppin and a sermon by Rev. John S. Collins the ninety-seventh annual session of the Baltimore A. M. E. Conference was opened at St. John's Church Lexington street, near Pine Thursday morning. It will continue until Monday night, when Bishop Coppin will announce the appointments for the ensuing year. Besides the presence of a number of general officers there, are several bishops and a number of ministers from other conferences in attendance. The trouble at Trinity Church was the uppermost topic among many of the ministers. Bishop Coppin has been seen by representatives of both sides of those in the controversy over rival boards of trustees, and has shown a disposition to settle the injunction proceedings brought by the old board without further court action. The pastor, Rev. L. C. Curtis, has taken sides with the new board of trustees. A large number of friends of the pastor were on hand Thursday morning to hear the report of the church read. When it was announced that Trinity Church had raised more "dollar money" than any other church in the conference the partisans of the pastor gave vent to cheers and Mrs. Frank Matthews came forward and presented Df. Curtis a bouquet of flowers. Bishop Coppin seemed irritated at the demonstration and he exclaimed: "You may have your time now, but I will have the final say Monday night." REPORTS RECEIVED PYTHIANS FEAST AND MAKE MERRY Formal Opening of New Hall the Occasion for Many Brilliant Probably the largest audience of its kind ever assembled in this city was present at the new Pythian Castle Hall, on Thursday evening, when nearly five hundred men and women were the guests of the Board of Directors of the Pythian Joint Stock Association at a banquet and reception in honor of the completion of a new home for Pythians at the corner of McCulloh and Preston streets. The handsome many-colored gowns of the ladies, together with the floral decorations on the tables presented a sight which has probably never been equalled and certainly never surpassed. As soon as the last course of a tasty menu had been served, Chairman J. Edward Smith in a few appropriate words introduced George W. F. McMechen, who acted as toastmaster and introduced the speakers. John W. Rich, president of the Joint Stock Association, told how the purchase of the present hall was made. He said that including the various accessions to the new building it represented a value of over ten thousand dollars, and in meeting the necessary expenses incumbent upon the purchase, nine of the local lodges had loaned over ten thousand dollars from their funds. George A. Watty, grand chancellor of the Pythian Lodge, traced the history of the order in this city in the past fifteen years, and paid a splendid compliment to W. Ashbie Hawkins and Solomon Tripp of their work in upbuilding Pythians in Maryland. These two men are now members of a vival branch of Pythians. Probably the most interesting address of the evening was that of John Mitchell, Jr., head of the Virginia Pythians. Mr. Mitchell is at present the most talked of Pythian of the country, because of the fact that he has steadfastly denied the right of the Supreme Lodge to levy a tax on the members of his jurisdiction and has only recently won the first step in the courts in fight for what he terms "state's rights." "I have been able to withstand successfully the fire of the Supreme Lodge," said Mr. Mitchell, "because I have the unite support of every Pythian in my State. And if you will succeed here, and keep up the work so auspiciously started in this building, you must get together and reorganize the leadership of such men as made this building possible. Too long have we been making attempts to realize desired ends by exclusive individuality. The 90,000 Negroes in Baltimore could be a power to be reckoned with if they would only get together and realize the potential force they can wield in the community. Mr. Mitchell also spoke in complimentary terms of Grand Chancellor Watty. Rev. Ernest Lyon, City Councilman Harry S. Cummings, Rev. Storer S. Jelley, of Cambridge and Rev. A. L. Gaines, delivered addresses congratulating Grand Chancellor Watty upon his success in bringing the order up to its present state and urged that the members hold up his hands in his future efforts. Others who spoke were Mrs. Rosa Richardson, head of the women's department of the order, Col. Truely Hatchett, and Rev. W. H. Manokoo, of Cambridge. Manukau or Coromandel The arrangements for the affair were in charge of a committee, headed by J, Edw. Smith, chairman and George Brent, vice chairman. NEED OF CARE ROR THE DELINQUENT Speakers Urge that Proper Means Be Taken To Care For Delinquent Children That proper means should be taken to care for colored delinquent and dependent children was urge by speakers at meeting held under the auspices of the Woman's Cooperative Civic League at the parish hall of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Orchard street, near Madison avenue, Monday night. Mrs. Sarah Collis Fernandis, president of the league presided. In calling the meeting to order she spoke of the great need of caring for delinquent and dependent children. Charles Jones, of the Henry Watson Children's Aid Society, criticised the policy which left colored children out of consideration. He said that many disposed to regard the Negro child as unworthy of consideration, and urged that an effort be made to care for delinquents either through public or private funds. His subject was "The Dependent Child." J. W. Woodhous, principal of School No. 115, urged that the delinquent child be cared for at the public expense. William H. McAbee, principal of School No. 100, declared that the School Board should establish a school for delinquents, preferably in the country Others who spoke included Ilev. L. Z. Johnson, pastor of Madison Street Presbyterian Church; Gough McDaniels and George A. Owens. A committee consisting of Rev. L. Z. Johnson, William Anderson and George B. Murphy was appointed to take up the question of the establishment of a parental school, following the adoption of resolutions favoring the project. The meeting was attended by representatives of various local organizations. B. F. SEWELL | AID TO REST. The funeral of Benjamin F. Sewell, the prominent lodge man, who died at his home, 761 W. Franklin street, Thursday morning of last week was held at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Monday afternoon. The services, which were largely attended, were conducted by Rev. J. W. Norris. Rev. L. S. Flagg and Jeremiah A. Stafford delivered brief eulogies. Various departments of the Masonic and Nazarite fraternities also conducted services peculiar to their orders. The Galilean Fishermen and Good Hopes were represented by delegations. Interment was in Laurel Cemetery. The deceased is survived by a widow, ten children and a number of grand children. FAREWELL RECEPTION TO REV. JOHN NORRIS The officials and organizations of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church gave their outgoing pastor, Rev. J. W. Norris a grand send off last Monday night. It was a farewell reception, he having served the church ten years, two terms five years each. There was a large number present. Those who made addresses were: Mr. George Owens, principal of school No. 106, W. Hill street; Rev. Dr. Lyon, pastor John REV. JOHN NORRIS Wesley M. E. Church; Mr. J. A. Stafford, Rev. James A. Briscoe, pastor of St. John A. M. E. Church, Rev. G. C. Cummings, presiding elder M. E. Church; Mr. William Camphor, Mrs. Ruth M. Collett, Mrs. A. M. Johnson, Mrs. J. A. Briscoe. The pastor received a purse and Mrs. E. L. Norris and pastor both received valuable presents to which they both responded. Ebenezer Choir and the Southern Band furnished music. Mrs. Mary Galloway, Mrs. Lintena White were among those who made presentations. O. EDWARD SAVOY. SAVOY KNOWS HOW TO KEEP SECRETS Confidential Messenger at State Department well Known By Diplomats Washington, April 30.—Forty-five years, ago a little boy entered the office of Hamilton Fish, who was a cabinet officer under Grant. This one-time boy is now confidential messenger to the Secretary of State and has filled the position for over a quarter of a century. He is Edward August Savoy, widely and favorably known to diplomats who have been stationed in Washington, to prominent officials and to newspaper men. To him has fallen the duty of delivering to three foreign diplomats their passports and only last Thursday he was sent by Secretary of State Bryan to deliver to the Mexican ambassador, Senor Algara, his passports. He returned to the State Department with the autograph of the ambassador, indicating that his mission had been fulfilled. He kept the acknowledgement, which he has added to his collection of momentous happenings around the office of Secretary of State.. Mr. Savoy performed his first similar service in the first Cleveland administration, when Lord Sackville-West, following some indiscreet utterances regarding American affairs became persona non grata. He handed the Spanish American minister his passports at the outbreak of the Spanish American War in 1898. Mr. Savoy was born in this city 58 years ago. He received his education in the public schools. He lives at 2008 17th street, northwest. He went to Paris when the peace treaty between this country and Spain was signed after the Spanish American War. Mr. Savoy probably knows more about diplomatic secrets than any man in the country and has never been known to violate the confidence reposed him, as the newspaper men will surely testify. He has one son who is connected with the Pan-American Union, another who is a letter carrier and a daughter, a teacher in the public schools. He is a member of Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. TAFT ACCEPTS POSITION ON HAMPTON TRUSTEE BOARD TAFT ACCEPTS POSITION ON HAMPTON TRUSTEE BOARD Hampton, Va., May 1.—Hon. William H. Taft was elected president of the Hampton Institute Board of Trustees to succeed the late Robert C. Ogden, who had served for many years the cause of education through Hampton. Mr. Taft, at the forty-sixth anniversary exercises of Hampton Institute, presented to the trustees the candidates for certificates and academic diplomas. He declared that the Negroes should use economic freedom that they have and work along honest, industrious line. Dr. Samuel C. Mitchell, president of the Virginia Medical College in Richmond, delivered the "Robert C. Ogden Memorial Address." He paid a hearty tribute to the man who had had an abiding faith in the common man, in the common school, and in public taxation as a means of improving economic and social conditions. "Gifts to the nation," an evening pageant, showing in picture and song the contributions of the Indian and the Negro to American life; a demonstration of Hampton's practical training for farm life; an automobile tour among "the schools in the background;" a "pilgrimage" of Northern friends; Dr. Holl B. Crissell's annual report as principle on Hampton's vital relation to the public; an address by Mr. Taft on "The Mexican Question"—these were some of the interesting incidents of Hampton's anniversary. THE AFRO AMERICA J LEDGER CELEBRATE THIRTY-SEVENTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATE THIRTY-SEVENTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Boyer celebrated the 37th anniversary of their residence, 1348 N. Carey street. They were married April 26, 1877. By the late Rev. G. T. Pinkey at Roberts Chapel, Alexandria, Va. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Boyer their cousin, Mrs. Peter Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Boyer, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Gordon, Misses Etta V. and Maggie E. Boyer, Misses Florence G. and Marie E. Gordon. Masters Lcuis E., George H., and Harvey E. Gordon. The cake for the occasion was made by their grandson Master Charles T. Wing, a pupil of the 5th grade at school 106. SOMETHING NEW Agents wanted on salary to write Non-Employees Contracts. 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C. & P. Phone FRANK A. SIMMONS House Painter 1932 DRUID HILL' AVENUE 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 aid delivered WM. H. LAYTON EXPRESS FOR HIRE 606 LANVALE STREET Baggage called for and delivered to all parts of City and R. B. Denots Real Estate Broker and Investor Property bought and sold on easy terms 917 Druid Hill Avenue HAIR BRAIDS MADE UP MRS. GEORGE H. CARTER Facial Massage, Wet and Dry Shampoo, Scalp Treatment, Manicuring Hair Straightened Address: 1914 Drnid Hill Avenue Residential Calls MRS. MAMIE E. JONES HAIR DRESSER Will buy your Combings. 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 S. M. Smaley The HouseCleaner. now located 1802 Druid Hill Ave. cor Laurans St. We challenge the world when it comes to cleaning wallpaper; window cleaning; whitewashing and kalsomining. Phone Madison 4104 M. Wolf 4767* See GEORGE R. PARRAN Agents for Lots at Patapseo Park The Ideal spot for Suburban come-seekers 1403 McElderry Street I carry a full Line of Human Hair Goods Combings made in puits 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 MASSAGING AND MANICURING 833 DRUID HILL AVE. Phone, Mt. Vernon 582-M 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. JOHN A. BISHOP Funeral Director and Embalmer 1107 DRUID HILL AVE. C. & P. Phone Mt. Vernon 854 C. and P. Phone, Madison 692 GEO. H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alexander Hemsley Funeral Director and Embalmer 517 Robert Street Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite, courteous and expert attention guaranteed. Carriages to hire for all occasions. Open day and night. To the Friends and Patron ALEX. HEMSLEY I wish to announce to the general public that of my late father and will endeavor to sustain efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thank and hoping for a continuance of the same. SAMUEL T. H. FUNERAL DIRECTOR Coaches to hire for all occasions MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. ...JOHN H. TO 142 W. HILL ST THE UP-TO-DATE U Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, ate., from his own stables at the most re- come to see him, j The Friends and Patrons of the HEMSLEY Funeral Director and D Recommend to the general public that I have taken up mer and will endeavor to sustain the reputation taker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for a continuance of the same. I am respectful SAMUEL T. HEMSLEY SAL DIRECTOR & EMPLOYEE Funerals CE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Phone Mt. JOHN H. TOADVIN 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKE With funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Par- nish stables at the most reasonable rates. come to see him, just call. 396-Y. 142 W. 826 Robert A. Elliott Shore's Leading Under 506 ROGERS AVE. Claiming, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Rubber Tire Carriages for hire for all both Phone. Day or Night FELIX B. PYE, Sr. Hulberry St. Nr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR C. & P. PHONE Yes. Not Connected with any will be offered for the detecti- ns doing business under the name Felix B. Pye Sr. Phone, Mt. Vernon 3603 SEWING MACHINE R. H. BUTLER IS HERE ready to supply you with the five types of Singer Machines on the ly payments of $2.00 and $1.50 or even sary. Tell your friends wherever you go deal with your own color on most reas- Without contradiction our terms have Fe- city, and this year we are makinf a better offer of our five types of Singer Machines making a first Singer hand machine for the girls will be give- rd to machines, you should own one. But everyone right and just. If anything not prove satisfactory, see us first. Charges to you. UTLER'S, most equipped repair shop u Druid Hill Avenue. Phone Mad. 490 HORICAL ROMAN AMERICAN NEG To the Friends and Patrons of the late ALEX. HEMSLEY Funeral Directo and Embalmer I wish to announce to the general public that I have taken up the business of my late father and will endeavor to sustain the reputation he bore as an efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. I am respectfully yours. SAMUEL T. HEMSLEY FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions MAIN OFFICE: 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Funerals from $75.00; Up 'Phone Mt Vernon 2578 ...JOHN H. TOADVIN..... 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKER 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, ate., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call South 422 or South 396-Y. Mount Vernon 5138 142 W. Hill Street and S26 Druid Hill Ave. Robert A. ..Baltimore's Leading 506 ROGER Expert Embalming, Courteous Atten Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages Both Phone. FELIX B. P. 102 E. Mulberry St. ::::FUNERAL DIE C. & P. PH No Branches. Not Connected. A reward will be offered for sons doing business un Felix B. Py Phone, Mt. Vern SINGER SEWING Expert Embalming, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Funeral Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages for hire for all occasions. FELIX B. PYE, Sr. 102 E. Mulberry St. Nr. Calvert. FUNERAL DIRECTOR: No Branches. Not Connected with any other firm A reward will be offered for the detection of persons doing business under the name of 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 this: anywhere in the city, and this year we are ma- buying one of our five typ-s 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. HISTORICAL RO the AMERICA anywhere in the city, and this year we are making a better offer. To anyone buying one of our five typ-s 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. HISTORICAL ROMANCE the AMERICAN NEGRO DR. CHARLES H. FOWLER, M. D. The greatest book of its kind published. Nothing like it on the E book represents the trials, efforts and achievements of the Negro agitation of the slave question to the administration of President T all woven in the form of a pleasing romance. The book is instruct valuable data and is beautifully illustrated with fine half-tone cutt. Send all orders to Dr. C. H. Fowler, 1065 W. Lexington St., Agents wanted. Send application to Dr Fowler book of its kind published Nothing like it on the book trials, efforts and achievements of the Negro to have question to the administration of President T. form of a pleasing romance. The book is instructed be beautifully illustrated with fine half-tone cutt. to Dr. C. H. Fowler, 1065 W. Lexington St., Agents wanted. Send application to Dr Fowler. GEM PREPARATIONS QUALITY NOT QUANTI MRS. MAMIE E. HAIRDRESSER 1506 Presstman St., Bala GENDINE HUMAN HAIR--ALL STYLES GEM HAIR TONICS AND POMAES. E. The greatest book of its kind published Nothing like it on the book market. The book represents the trials, efforts and achievements of the Negro Race from the agitation of the slave question to the administration of President Theodore Roosevelt all woven in the form of a pleasing romance. The book is instructive; contains many valuable data and is beautifully illustrated with fine half-tone cutt. Price by mail. Send all orders to Dr. C. H. Fowler, 1065 W. Lexington St., Baltimore, Md. Agents wanted. Send application to Dr Fowler. 1506 Presstman St., Baltimore, Md. GENUINE HUMAN HAIR--ALL STYLES COMBINGS BOUGHT GEM HAIR TONICS AND POMAEES. ELECTRIC GOUDS GIVEN AT REASONABLE TERMS. SEND FOR CATALOG COMPLETE COURSE GIVEN AT REASONABLE ```markdown ``` G P. B. irons of the late Funeral Directo and Embalmer that I have taken up the business in the reputation he bore as an bringing the public for all past favors I am respectfully yours, HEMSLEY & EMBALMER Funerals from $75.00}Up 'Phone Mt Vernon 2578 DADVIN..... STREET, UNDERTAKER d up; caskets for $3.00 and up; Weddings, Parties, Receptions, seasonal le rates. You need not just call Elliott g Undertaker... S AVE. Students, Shipping Funeral for hire for all occasion. Day or Night. YE, Sr. Nr. Calvert. RECTOR::: ONE with any other firm the detection of per- der the name of e Sr. on 3603 MACHINES BUTLER, supply you with any make of or Machines on the small month- and $1.50 or even $1.00 if neces- wherever you go that you can on most reasonable terms terms have been less than knifty a better offer. To anyone making a first payment of girls will be given absolutely old own one. We endea- t. If anything from our see us first. There will repair shop up town. Phone Mad. 4984-Y. ROMANCE of N NEGRO long like it on the book market. This stats of the Negro Race from the arri- tion of President Theodore Roosevelt the book is instructive; contains much the half-tone cutt. Price by mail St. Lexington St., Baltimore, Md. tion to Dr Fowler. ACTIONS BY NOT QUANTITY MIE E. JONES RDRESSER In St., Baltimore, Md. ALL STYLES COMBINGS BOUGHT AND POMAEES. ELECTRIC GOODS SEND FOR CATALOG 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. --- News Gathered in Various Sec tions of the State by Our Correspondents. POCOMOKE HAPPENINGS (special to the Afro-American Ledger.) Pocomoke City, Md., April 30. Public meeting of the National Benefit Association was given at Macedonia Baptist Church on Wednesday evening. A large number were present. The Princess Anne Academy Band gave a grand concert at the Odd Fellow Temple on Friday evening to an appreciative audience. The concert was interesting as well as instructive. Rev. J. S. Collins preached his farewell sermon on Sunday night to a large congregation, he was tendered a reception on Monday evening, where several official members of the church spoke of the work accomplished during the year. Among the guests were Rev. J. E. A. D. Griggsby and wife of Unionville and Miss Ballard of Fairmount. The Sarah Allen Club, one of the auxiliaries of the church presented the past or through Mrs. Annie Schoolfield a suit of clothes and other useful articles. Mr. and Mrs. William Harris of Baltimore arrived here Friday to spend a few weeks with Mrs. Harris' mother. Mesdames Sarah Henry, Katie Ogden and Beulah Quinn spent Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Enoch D. Tull in the country. Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Bond, Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Collins and Mr. and Mrs. Hilary Gillett were guests at dinner at Mr. and Mrs. Horace Dickerson on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. John E. Gillett was in Philadelphia this week visiting friends. Little Esther Drummond and Edward Advlote who have been very sick are much improved. Mr. and Mrs. Gardner Quinn has moved in the home they recently purchased. Messrs. Isaac H. Fields, Isaac Hearn] and George Custus were at Hampton, Va., on Friday of last week. They arrived home with words of praise for the school. Isaac Mills of Eastville, Va., is home visiting friends. Mr. Daniel Archer left Tuesday for Keller, Va., where he is engaged for the summer making barrels. Mrs. J. H. Winters of Philadelphia Pa., was in this city visiting friends Friday. The remains of Miss Mary Jones of Philadelphia who was murdered a few days ago, arrived in this city Wednesday morning. FASTON BREEZES (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Easton, Md., April 30.—The funeral of Mrs. Martha Burk formerly of Easton who has been living in Philadelphia took place here Sunday. Mr. Clarke Chamberlain of Atlantic City and his mother Mrs. Laurie Scott were here Sunday attending the funeral of her sister, Mrs. Burk. Mr. Hoffman Richardson, who has been an invalid for several months died Monday at his residence, 217 Afro-American street. The widows and widowers of Bethel A. M. E. Church held their grand rally last Sunday. They raised $23.22. The members of the M. E. Church gave a march for their church which netted $14.22. Rev. S. H. Cooper of Bethel A. M. E. Church was well pleased at the kind efforts of his members and many friends for their hearty support in his last struggles for conference. The trustees of the Easton colored school mat at Mr. Alfred Bank's residence Monday on business of importance. The pastoral reception which was held at the Bethel Church Monday evening in honor of the pastor was a cheerful gathering of the members of the church. Rev. S. H. Cooper reported that during the past two years he had raised $2,316 and paid out every cent on the indebtedness of the church. NEWS FROM CUMBERLAND. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Cumberland, Md., April 30.— Rev. J. W. Waters and family moved to Romney, W. Va., on Saturday where he has been appo- pointed to pastor this year. Rev. C/ S. Briggs-will soon be settled here with his family. Mrs. Elverta Harris, of Bedford, Pa., visited Mrs. Atsie Francis last week. Mrs. Priscilla More, an aunt of Mrs. Hattie Harper is here from Springfield, O. She will soon leave for Chautauqua, N. Y. Rev. Dr. J. D. Jackson held his closing service on Sunday for this year. The congregations were large and appreciative. A reception was tendered him on Monday night. A pleasing program was rendered by the Sunday school children and addresses by Messrs. Leroy R. Edmonds and Dr. S. Sparks. He left on Wednesday for conference. Mrs. Hattie Harper, Mrs. Priscilla Moore, Rosa Davis, M. E. Rhodes and Lizzie Jones left Wednesday for Baltimore to attend the sessions of the conference. Mr. George Anderson was thrown from his baggage wagon Saturday by being run into by a careless driver and was slightly injured. Miss Violetta Rhodes has gone to Yonkers, N. Y., to engage in business for the summer. Mrs. Carrie Biddle of Baltimore left for home Saturday after a week here visiting her cousin, Mrs. Annie Edwards. Mrs. Mary Fagan Jackson of Arkansas, a former resident of Cumberland is visiting relatives and friends. She will read a paper on Monday night, at the reception of Rev. C. S. Briggs of the M E. Church. The supper and concert by the juveniles of the Household of Ruth at the Odd Fellows Hall Wednesday night proved successful. Mrs. Edward Dan has returned from Cambridge. Mrs. Cora A. Scott is confined to her bed again this week. ANNAPOLIS BREEZES (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Annapolis, April 30.—Union services were held at Mt Moriah A. M. E. Church, in which all the churches participated. The sermon was preached by Rev. Frnest Williams, pastor of Asbury M. E. Church who has just been returned for another year. Rev. Wortham, pastor of Mt. Moriah Church, is in Baltimore, attending the annual session of conference. The people here are hoping for his return. Mrs. Hester Carver held a successful parlor social at her residence on West street for the benefit of St. Philip's P. E. Church. Miss Standolia, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Boston, is quite sick. Mr. Wm. Bulay is improving from a week's illness Master Warren Scott, who has been attending school here, has returned to his home in Baltimore. While here, he stayed with his foster mother. Mrs. Wm. Bulay. Mrs. James E. Howard has returned from Canada, where she spent several months. SNOW HILL JOTTINGS Snow Hill, Md., April 30.—Mrs. Georgia Herman, of 371 West 126 St., New York City, gave a whist party in honor of Miss Pauline A. Bishop and Mrs. Jennie Purnell both of Snow Hill, Md. Mrs. Purnell won first prize and Miss Sadie Tingle, of New York, second prize. After the game a over delicious repast was served. Mrs. Nellie Robertson and Mrs. Mary Jane Purnell, spent Saturday and Sunday in Pocomoke City the guest of Mrs. Lena Collier. Mrs. Sarah Tull, who has been visiting her daughter, in Pocomoke City came home Saturday, accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Mary Matthews who will spend sometime here visiting friends. Mr. Jim Richerson's home near Mt. Wesley was burned to the ground, with all contents last Tuesday. No insurance on house. He has our sympathy. I hope the friends will help him. Mr. Richerson was an industrious farmer, but is now homeless. CAMBRIDGE ITEMS (special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Cambridge, Md., April 30.—The pupils of the Cambridge High & Industrial School will render a cantata at Waugh M. E. Church Wednesday evening May 6, entitled "Jephthah and his Daughter" under the direction of Prof. Alonzo H. Long. The school board most willingly consented to the extension of our elementary schools until May 15th with some help from parents and patrons. Miss Emma L. D. Askew, our domestic science and art teacher has just been granted a University Life certificate during the past week from the State superintendent of schools on her work accomplished at Howard University. On Monday night a grand reception was given in honor of the pastor Rev. W. Manokoo. A fine program was rendered. The pastor left Tuesday for conference. At 8 o'clock Sunday Dr. S. S. Jolly preached at Bethel A. M. E. Church. A large crowd was present. Mrs. Rachel Boggs of 219 Pine street, left here Wednesday morning for Germantown, Pa., to attend funeral of her son-in-law Mr. John Cole. Mr. Denis Stewart of Annapolis, Md., is visiting friends and relatives here. Mrs. John Travis, teacher of the Rock school gave a very successful entertainment at the close of his school ed an excellent program The beautiful music was by Miss Mattie Wright Elsie Green and Mrs. Ella teachers at Ewington and town respectively read papers. Despite the bad the girls collected $52. Rev. and Mrs. J A. You Henry Johnson, Mesdame Carter, Laura Broadway, LUNG: GREEN BRIEFS Long Green, Md, April 30. Sunday was the ending of the conference year at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. The pastor delivered a stirring farewell sermon. Mrs. C. C. Wheatley paid a flying visit to Long Green last week. Mr. Samuel Johnson is very much indisposed. Mr. Thomas Purvins is home from the hospital where he was confined for several weeks with a broken arm and leg. Mr. Howard Cromwell, a student of the Colored High School visited his parents Sunday. Miss Mamie Chatman, a student at Morgan College visited her parents Sunday. Several of the members of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church expects to attend the conference this week. Mr. William Brice, son of Mrs. Mary Ayers died Saturday night at the home of his sister in Baltimore and was buried from Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, Long Green on Tuesday. Rev. Brown and Rev. Alfred Winder officiated. CATONSVILLE NEWS Special to The Milwaukee Journal. Catonsville, Md., April 30.—The Catonsville Social Joints baseball team was defeated by the strong baseball team of the Normal Industrial school at Bowie last Thursday to the tune of 20 to 2. Wellings of the Social Gaints saved his team from white wash. Ross the star pitcher of Catonsville was a target for the Bowie boys. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Harris have closed their country house and have moved to the city. They have offered their country home to rent. Rev. C. H. Murray, of Grace A. M. E. Church preached his farewell sermon to a crowded house Sunday night. Mr. Columbus Gross, of Catonsville and Miss Ethel Johnson were married Thursday at St. Peters Church Baltimore. Miss Martha Scott, of Philadelphia is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Scott. The milk maids of Grace Church gave a very entertaining concert on Tuesday night. A presentation of a Bible to the church was made on behalf of the social by Mr. Forrester of Eastern Shore. ITEMS FROM TRAPPE Special to the Afro-American Ledger) Trappe, Md., April 30.—Mr. James Porter of Philadelphia; Mr. John Kennard of Washington, Mrs. Bessie Tunsall, of Philadelphia and Mrs. Nanny Gardner of Oxford, were called home last week to the bedside of their mother, Mrs. Mary Bailey, who is very sick at this time. Rev. Levi Woolford, of Baltimore, filled our pulpit Sunday evening. Rev. C. A. Norwood and Mr. Alexander Young were callers on Mr. and Mrs. Humphrey Chase, Sunday. Sunday, May 1st, Rev. Jose Angulo, of Wittman, Md., will preach to Mizpah Lodge No. 32 Knights of Pythias. Tuesday and Wednesday evenings the public school gave their closing exercises. Prof. Wm. H. Potts, and Mrs. Mamie L. Potts, teachers. The school will be opened until the last of May, as the parents will pay for their children for one month. Purchase the Afro-American Ledger at the church every Sunday. Mr. Charles Gibson who had his leg broken is improving. ROCKVILLE NOTES Special 1 to The Afro-American Ledger.) Rockville, Md, April 3.—Mrs. Maud McRoy was received in Zion A M. E. Church Sunday night. Rev. R. Nelson was visiting here. *Mesdames Lettie Ross, of Washington and A. Hillen, of Boston were visiting their sister, Mrs. Willie Johnson. Rev. T. E. Roach left for Arlington, Va., to preach for Rev. R. Nelson. Dr. G. Clement will preach at Zion Tuesday. CHESTEDTOWN ITEMS Special to the Afro-American Ledgen. Chestertown, Md., April 30. Sunday was girls' day at Bethel A. M. E. Church. The girls under the direction of Misses Blanche Munsen and Mattie Wright render. ed an excellent program all day. The beautiful music was selected by Miss Mattie Wright. Miss Elsie Green and Mrs. Ella Butler, teachers at Ewington and Butlertown respectively read splendid papers. Despite the bad weather the girls collected $52. Rev. and Mrs. J. A. Young, Mr. Henry Johnson, Mesdames Mary Carter, Laura Broadway, Mary A. Neal, Augusta Stewart are. all attending conference in Baltimore this week. Rev. J. E. A. Johns superintendent of Centerville district Delaware Conference preached at James M. E Church Sunday night and held quarterly conference Monday night. The reports showed every thing in good condition. ALL IN READINESS FOR OPENING OF BROWN'S GROVE Resplendent in a fine new coat of paint inside and out, the Steamer Starlight is standing at Miller's wharf, ready to start Sunday afternoon on its first trip to Brown's Grove. Captain George Brown who is the captain of the Starlight as well as owner and manager of Brown's Grove has been busy all the winter getting things in shape at the grove, so that those who take the trip Sunday afternoon will find a resort different in many respects from the one which greeted them last year. Probably the most interesting new feature will be the miniature railway which has been completed and will traverse the entire grove. A new carrossell has also been installed. [Image of a man in a suit with a tie]. EUGENE WAYMAN Chief Engineer of Steamer Starlight One of the most commendable features of the Steamer Starlight is that from the captain in the pilot house to the deck hands, every employee is colored. The officers on the boat are: George W. Brown, captain; Edward T. Waters, first mate and pilot; Eugene Wyman, chief engineer; Henry L. Grymes, second engineer. The formal opening of Brown's Grove will be held on Thursday, May 7th, when two thousand people will be the guests of Captain Brown and his crew. DUNBAR LITERARY SOCIETY VICTOR IN WEIGHTY DEBATE Hampton Students Argue Question of Philippine Independence. The Philippines should be given their independence immediately. This is not the decision of the United States congress nor of any official body. It is simply the idea of the Dumbar Literary society of the Hampton (Va.) institute that recently won the Adams prize debate dealing with the question, "Resolved, that the United States should now grant the Philippine Islands independence." The Douglass Literary society, which held the Hampton institute pennant for the school year 1913-14, offered some very strong arguments on the negative side. The Adams prize debate has done a great deal toward cousing in the Hampton students an interest in debating and public speaking. Mr. Elbridge L. Adams of New York city, who is the chairman of the executive committee of the New York Hampton association and a member of the board of directors of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People, has offered for three consecutive years prizes in debating, consisting of gold fobs. Mr. Adams has also given prizes for the best essays on some general subject connected with the regular school debate. There is a growing feeling among those who are training colored students for efficient leadership that there is a real need of training them for effective public speaking since the graduates of colored schools and colleges are constantly called upon in public to express their thoughts. Mrs. Greenbury Howard, of Montgomery county has returned to her home after visiting relatives and friends in this city. While here Mrs. Howard was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Mary Baker, Argyle avenue. M. TREGOR & SONS Superior Hair Dressing ...PRINCESS COMB AND HEATER... To be used by modern Ladies and Children to dress the Hair to any stylish fashion. FREDERICK E. SONS SUPERIOR HAIR CRESSING Notion Stores should keep this Superior Hair Dressing in stock use ask in the next store for it or write direct to us. Price for wholesale sent on application. M. TREGOR & SONS Princess Comb, $1.00. Heater extra actions to be used will be mailed with every order. M. TREGOR & SONS. 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Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO BALTIMORE, MAY 2, 1914 Local men and women who are interested in the problem of the delinquent and dependent child should have the support of the entire race. Rev. Dr. Robert Stuart McArthur is to be commended for the timely criticism of race prejudice he made at the Y. M. C. A. meeting Sunday. It is a source of congratulation to Baltimore's colored citizens that this city will be the meeting place for the next three days of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. This association which is composed of thoughtful men and women of both races, is battling for equal rights for all and should certainly have the support of those who are to benefit the most by its successes. A SPIRIT TO FEAR. While we often talk and write of our many racial "ups and downs" yet the geniune fact is, ever since the first Africans set foot upon American soil, we have been steadily marching on to victory. It has been one successive triumph. The poor Indian marched off the stage, while we, like "John Brown's soul" keep marching on. We want to illustrate this most interesting and encouraging fact by a quotation. 1801 is quite a while back, just about 115 years ago. Just about that time, in Virginia, "there had been one of those "up-risings" among the Negroes which very greatly interested the Virginians. So much so that the Honorable Judge Tucker addressed a certain letter to a member of the Virginia General Assembly with respect to the "Negro problem" of those times. This reveals very much which ought to be encouraging as well as interesting to us. We therefore give the following extract therefrom: It is, in part, as follows: "There is often progress in human affairs which may indeed be retarded, but which nothing can arrest. Moving with slow and silent steps, it is marked only by comparing distant periods. The causes which produce it are either so minute as to be invisible, or, if perceived, are too numerous and complicated to be subject to human control. Of such a sort is the advancement of knowledge among the Negroes of this country. It is so striking as to be obvious to a man of most ordinary observation. Every year adds to the number of those who can read and write; and he who has made any proficiency in letters becomes a little center of instruction to others. This increase of knowledge is the principle agency in evolving the spirit we have to fear..... In our infant country, where population and wealth increase with unexampled rapidity, the progress of liberal knowledge is proportionately great. In this vast march of the mind, the blacks, who are far behind us, may be supposed to advance at a pace equal to our own; but, sir, the fact is they are likely to advance faster, the growth and multiplication of our towns tend in a thousand ways to inform and enlighten them. The very nature of our government, which leads us to recur perpetually to the discussion of natural rights, favors speculation and inquiry. By way marking the prodigious change which a few years had made among this class of men, compare the late conspiracy with the revolt under Lord Dunmore. In the one case, a few solitary individuals flocked to that standard under which they were sure to find protection; in the other, they, in a body, of their own accord, combine a plan for asserting their claims and rest their safety on success alone. The difference is, then, they sought freedom merely as a good; now they also claim it as a right. This comparison speaks better than volumes for the change I insist on." "But, sir, this change is progressive. A little while ago their minds were enveloped in darkest ignorance; now the dawn of knowledge is feintly perceived and warns us of approaching day." Of the multitude of causes which tend to onlighten the blacks I know not one whose operation we can materially check. Here then, is the true picture of our situation. Nor can we make it less hideous by shutting our eyes to it. These, our hewers of wood and drawers of water, possess the physical power to do us mischief, and are invited to do it by motives which self-love dictates and reason justifies. Our sole security consists, then, in their ignorance of this power and of their means of using it—a security which we have lately found was not to be relied upon, and which, small as it now is, every day diminishes." BEN BUTLER AND THE NEGRO Like Saul of Tarsus, the late General Benjamin Butler was a "convert." In 1860 he was an enthusiastic advocate of Mr. Jefferson Davis for the Presidency. But 'ere long he saw the light. When he was converted, he was converted all over. It was this same Ben Butler, while Governor of Mass., who appointed a colored man as a Judge in that state. But General Butler was a distinguished soldier, and he not only found the Negro a worthy and brave fighter, but in the House of Representatives, in the city of Washington, he most beautifully and pathetically portrayed the devotion of the Negro soldier to Old Glory. In a speech in Congress, among other things, General Butler said: "It became my painful duty to follow in the track of that charging column (referring to charge of U. S. Colored Troops, numbering three thousand, at New Market Heights, Va.) and there, in a space not wider than the clerk's desk and three hundred yards long, lay the dead bodies of five hundred and forty three of my colored comrades, fallen in the defense of their country, who had offered up their lives to uphold its flag and its honor, as a willing sacrifice. As I rode along among them, guiding my horse this way and that way, lest he should profane with his hoofs what seemed to me the sacred dead, and as I looked upon their bronzed faces upturned in the shining sun, as if in mute appeal against the wrongs of the country for which they had given their lives, whose flag had only been to them a flag of stripes, on which no star of glory had ever shone for them—feeling I had wronged them in the past and believing what would be the future of my country to them—among my dead comrades there, I swore to myself a solemn oath—"May my right hand forget its cunning, and my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth" if I ever fail to defend the rights of those men who have given their blood for me and my country that day and for their race forever,—and God helping me, I will keep that oath." If men like General Butler were not afraid to stand up for us, why should we be afraid to stand up for ourselves? If poor illiterate black men poured out their blood freely for human rights why should we not be willing and anxious to give a few dollars for the same cause? If freedom is worth having, it is worth fighting for. We must rally around the flag. The way to rally is to enlist in the cause of a larger and more glorious freedom for the entire race. The man who gives his dollar for the cause is thereby a standing committee of one to lead the next man he meets into the same good work. The battle is a long one, but the final issue is certain. But, every man must do his duty. Let there be a forward march all along the line, and we shall triumph gloriously. BISHOP TO SETTLE TRINITY'S TROUBLES (Continued from First Page) Christian Recorder; A. B. Hackley, Toronto, Can.; E. W. Byrd, Jacksonville, Fla., U. P. Talbert, Rock Mart, Ga.; S. S. Jolley, Cambridge, Md.; J. F. Griffin, Mobile, Ala.; John A. Holmes, S. A. Virgil, G. E. Curry and J. W. Bond, U. G. Leeper, of Harrisburg, Pa., and J. T. Jenifer, Chicago. The collections so far have exceeded $6,000. The conference branch of the Women's Mite Missionary Society met yesterday, Friday afternoon. Addresses were delivered by Mrs. Mary F. Handy, president of the Parent Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society; Mrs. Henry M. Turner, of Atlanta, head of the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society, Mrs. John Hurst and others. Mrs. Annie Welch, of Washington presided. An educational rally was held last (Friday) night. Rev. E. T. Addison and Dr. George F. Woodson, dean of Payne Theological Seminary, were among the speakers. A reception to Bishop Coppin and the visiting ministers followed. The session this morning will be taken up with routine matters. Bishop John Hurst will preach to tomorrow morning, after which deacons and elders will be ordained. A number of visiting ministers will also fill other pulpits. PROBABLE CHANGES The changes at Ebenezer Church, this city, Metropolitan Church, Washington; the appointment of a new presiding elder for the Potomac district, and a probable change at Trinity Church have occasioned much speculation. Should Rev. Curtis be removed from the latter church he will be given another good charge. Rev. J. W. Norris may be made a presiding elder and Rev. I. N. Ross is said to be slated for a large Baltimore church. Either a Baltimore pastor or a transferred minister will be sent to Metropolitan, Washington. CATHOLICS TO HONOR FATHER THEOBALD Colored Catholics of this city will tender Father Stephan L. Theobald of St. paul, Minn., a reception at St. Peter Claver's Hall, Carey st. above Presstman, on next Tuesday evening. Father Theobald, who is one of the four colored priest in this country, will be here to attend the annual meeting of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The arrangements for the reception are in the hands of a big committee of which C. Marcellus Dorsey, chairman, Royol G. Addison, secretary and Frank A. Simmons, treasurer. CARDS OF THANKS. The undersigned, hereby extends many thanks to the public in general for the large attendance at the Recital of the Baltimore School of Music at the Lyric on Monday evening, April 20th, 1914. The appreciation shown by the audience was indeed an inspiration to further the cause. Yours faithfully, Lottie A. Ringgood, Directress. I wish to thank the many friends of my late husband, Benjamin F. Sewell, for their many evidences of sympathy and their sympathy following his recent death. Annie Sewell. The fourth quarterly meeting of the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the A. M. E. Zion Church was held Thursday of last week. Among those on the program were Mrs. Ida Smith, widow of Bishop Smith; Miss Mary L. Mason Miss Florence Wye, Mrs. Effie Saunders and Rev. George L. White, who preached an inspiring sermon. Rev. J. W. MacDonald also delivered a brief address. Mrs. John W. Hawkins, of 406 Druid Hill avenue who went to New York to visit her sister, Mrs. Ella Wallace for a few days, has returned. Colored Young Women's Christian Association 1200 Druid Hill Avenue Association Day Miss Charlotte Davage, will preside You are invited to attend the Services. on Sunday, May 3rd, 1914, 5 p. m. Address, Miss Mary A. Bei nett. Special music All cordially invited M. E. Murphy, President E. E. Bright, Secretary. Mrs. H. C. Smith, Gen'l Sec. A Woman's Exchange has been opened at the C. Y. W. C. A. Hand made articles at reasonable rates are always on sale. Mrs. Kate Brown, Chr. S Howard P. Drew, whose likeness we have published above, again showed himself to be the wonder of the entire athletic world last Saturday, when he won the 109 yard dash, from a hard field, and afterward took first prize in the broad jump, at the 20th annual Relay Carnival held under the auspices of the University or Pennsylvania on Franklin Field. On a field that was wet and soggy from an incessant rain, and before a crowd of 20,000 spectators, Drew showed that he was the superior of any runner at the 100 yard figure. The performance of Drew in running the distance in 10 1.5 seconds while nothing like his previous records was remarkable because of the slowness of the track. By winning the broad jump at 22 feet Drew practically gave to his University Southern California, the lion's share of the honors, as Kelly the Olympic champion easily won the 120 yard hurdles, and Bergstrom from the same place walked off with a pole vault of 12 feet. Drew was the only college athlete of color to make a place in the races. In reading of the wonderful performances of Drew we are reminded of the once famous John E. Taylor, who was the greatest runner of his time, regardless of color. Before an enthusiastic crowd of rooters, Lincoln University defeated the Morgan College nine in an interesting game by the score of 14 to 5, at Union League Park, Thursday afternoon. The weakness of Morgan with the willow was the cause of them losing the game. Chamberlain, of Morgan played a brilliant game behind the bat, and White and Johnson performed well on the slab, but not well enough to keep from being touched up all too frequently by the Lincolnites. Young played his usual star game for Lincoln, while Wheaton wielded the willow with more than ordinary vigor. The line-up follows:— Morgan Position Lincoln Chamberlain c Barnum Johnson, White p Ogburn Wilson lb Sanders Harris 2b Gross Johnson ss Wheaton Hall 3b Hogan Webb rf Clark Brown cf Thomas G. Chamberlain lf Young Umpires: Hall of Annapolis, and Muir of Lincoln. Twenty-four hours prior to their victory over Morgan Lincoln University was defeated by the hustling aggregation of Howard University on the later's ground to the tune 10 to 0. The game was interesting and well played throughout. Sykes pitching proved a big stumbling block for the Lincolnites who secured but two hits off his delivery, while Thomas of Lincoln was bangged all over the diamond. Young played a brilliant game for Lincoln, and Brice of Howard made a sensational throw from deep center to the plate, putting out Young as he slid home thereby cutting off Lincoln's only opportunity to score. --- In their first game for the high school championship, the Armstrong annual Training school defeated M Street 9 to 8. The score attests the fierceness of the struggle, as the two teams see-sawed till the sixth inning when Hill drove out a homer and Graves tore off a three bagger giving Armstrong enough to win the game. predicates of With the securing of twenty more application blanks this week for the Afro-American Ledger's Marathon enthusiasm is beginning to run high as the time draws near for the running of the race. Three clubs have thus far been entered: The Young Dunbar A. A., the High School, and the Spartan Athletic Club, who will compete for the big club trophys cup which is being offered by this paper for the club making the highest average in the race. The cups have been secured and will be placed on exhibition the first of next week in the show window of the Afro-American Ledger, and at Stokes and Derry's drugstore. Get out and give them the "once over" and see if they are not worth running for. Medals will be awarded to all who finish within a prescribed time, and these will be exhibited as soon as they come from the engravers' hands. When the starter's pistol cracks at the start of the race at Park Heights and Belvedere avenues the 23rd day of this month there will be on the scratch 40 or 50 of Baltimore's best athletes tuned up for a struggle that will make athletic history for Baltimore. If you have not entered, better get busy and send your application in and DO IT NOW, as the entry list will close the last day of next week. M. ROLAND W. HAYES IN RECITAL AT BETHEL CHURCH BOOSTS AND KNOCKS BY BOOSTER KNOCK If there is any organization deserving of the support of the public in general it is the Empty Stocking and Fresh Air Circle. Since the organization was started about ten years ago, 1,415 children have been given two or three weeks' outing in the country and 10,923 children have been treated at Christmas time. To do this, and at the same time purchase a farm at Delight over four thousand dollars have been raised. This certainly speaks well for the efforts of the few earnest women, supported by an even willing public. This is all the more remarkable when consideration is taken of the large number of charitable organizations demanding the support of the public. My attention has been called to the tentative formation of another organization which has the same object in view as that of the present Fresh Air Circle. While it must be conceded that there are thousands of children that have not yet been reached by the present Fresh Air Circle, it is questionable whether it is advisable to start another organization when there are such large opportunities offered for service in the one already in existence. Then too, cognizance must be taken of the large number of institutions that are constantly calling upon the entire public for support. In the contemplation of a second Fresh Air Circle it would be well to consider whether it is better to have two institutions of the same character half supported, or one with the support of every man and woman in the city. It might be well to remember, too, that "In Union there is Strength." From accounts published in this paper, it would seem that at least the Providenr Hospital Directors and the Citizen's Committee have come to an agreement. The directors have promised to be good; the Citizens' Committee have promised to be good and the physicians have promised to be good. We may now expect to have a first class hospital in short order. I embrace the directors, the Citizen's Committee and the physicians all. They have all had their say and they are all happy. May it ever be thus. COME HOME "Who's who" at Trinity Church is a much mooted question at present. Well, things are never so bad that they can't be worse. One of the old trustees were left. We can be thankful for the coming of the summer months for one thing at least. It closes up the large number of questionable "Dancing Schools" that infest every colored hall in the city. It is a wonder that no means have been taken to break up these breeding places for vice. Baltimore did not get a regional bank, and notwithstanding all the whining and howling of the business men, she is not going to get one. If the solons of our great city paid more attention to the welfare of the city and less to segregation laws and the like, most probably they would not have to look on and see other cities get the meat while they content themselves with the gravy. Brother Alfred Young says that the Mexican General, Villa, is his brother. It is a question with me as to whether Bro. Young is to be envied or pitied. BOOSTER KNOCK. NOTICE TO MECHANICS NOTICE—The Mechanic Association which was organized April 15, 1914, is now opened for membership. Meet every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at W. E. Dewall, 1433 N. Fremont avenue. James E. Queen president; W E. Dewall, treasurer; George H. N. Johnson, chairman of committee; John F. Crowner, secretary. John H. Matthews, rec. sec. Samuel Murray, vice pres. 1 Riddick Chapter Epworth League of Centennial M. E. Church Sunday May 3, 1914 at 5 p.m. Junior League Day Junior Leagues will be represented from Israel Baptist, First Baptist, Antioch, St. Lukes Asbury, Eastern and Metropolitan Churches. Great time! Miss Clara Stanley, president of Junior League; Mme. Helen A. Cooper president of Senior League; Mr. C. W. Harris, fourth vice president; Mrs. Mamiel White, chairman of program. Rev. N. M. Carroll, D. D., pastor. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Thomas wish to thank their many friends for their kindness and sympathy toward their daughter, Alice, during her illness. THE SOONER - THE BETTER The sooner you pay that Subscription the sooner we get to work on our new Improvements. THE C. Y. W. C. A. Is anxious to get to work on their New Building, but they cannot do anything until they get that money. To Pay, So Keep Your Promise. If you can't pay all, pay whatever part you can but by all means pay something AND PAY IT NOW Special For One Week: Free with 50c Purchase, a Regular 5c Package of Flower Seeds all sorts : Help Beautify Baltimore= and begin with your own back yard. We carry a Select Line of FRESH CHOCOLATES We carry Everything that can be Found in First Class DRUG STORE. ATTENTION! Our Ice Cream Sodas and Sundaes Are Fine. TRY THEM Phone Your Orders to Us and We Will Do the Rest Mail Orders to All Parts of the Country Of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows At Bethel A.M.E.Church, Druid Hill Ave. cor.Lanvale SUNDAY, MAY 10th, 1914 at 3 P. M All the members of the Order will assemble in the Lecture Room at 1.30 p. m. Thanksgiving sermon by the Rev. George F. Bragg. D. D., Rector of St. James Episcopal Church. 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Master of Ceremonies A souvenir will be presented ta the first One Hundred Ladies ADMISSION 25 CENTS Charles Woodland. Pres. Samuel Mason, Sec. Austin Burgess, asst. Sec'y. Fearless Williams. Treasurer GRAND MILITARY PAGEANT Under the auspices of William H. W 6. K. of P. of Maryland at New Pythian Preston and McCulloh streets, Thursday Songth Music by Korns' Orchestra uspices of William H. Watson Uniaryland at New Pythian Castle H Culloh streets, Thursday Evening. Kewr' Orchestra. Under the auspices of William H. Watson Uniform Rank No. 6, K. of P. of Maryland at New Pythian Castle Hall. S. W. Corner Preston and McCulloh streets, Thursday Evening. May 7th, 1914. Superb Music by Kerrs' Orchestra. Assisted by 75 Talented Amateurs Under the supervision of Mr. L. ELLSWORTH TOOMEY Still a number of Seats Unsold Prices 50c. 75c, $1.00 Which will improve your hair, keep it from falling out at once, and starts it to grow. Why continue spending your money for something that never improves your hair. Try Mme. Taylor's Hair Pomade once and you will not be without it. Prepared by Mme. Taylor, 1619 Division Street. Price 25 Cents Hair treatment a specialty. 52 in ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Rogers Ave. and Lexington Street Rev. Geo. E. Curry, Pastor 11 a. m., sermon by the pastor. Communion. Sunday School at 2:00 p. m. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League. Mr. Julian Ross, pres. S p. m., sermon by pastor All cordially invited. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH. Franklin and Pine Sts., "King's Hill. Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor Residence: 61S Dolpin Street 11 a.m. sermon by Rev. David Johnson Holy Communion. 3. p. m. Sunday School. 4. 80 p. m., Epworth League 7. 45 p. m. A sermon by Rev. J. L. Williams. 5 p. m. Railroad Sermon at Sharp St. Mem. M. E. Church by Rev. A. Young accompanied by choir and congregation Prayer meeting Wednesday night. EASTERN M. E. OHURCH Rev. S. R. Hughes, Pastor 10 a. m. Bible Class. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. subject. "Called Down." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m., pastor to the Sunday School Subject. "Start Right." 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Lord's Supper. Sermon by Rev. J. D. Jackson. 2nd Sunday in May at 3 p. m. Holy Temple Church. Rev. Ida Nelson. Choir invited. GENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Sts. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m. Rev. John Porter. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Rev. R. E. Ford. Everybody welcome. Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, Supt. Mrs. Helen A. Cooper, Pres. of L. St. Matthews M. E. Church Turners Station Rev. John M. Barnes, pastor 9 a. m. Class meeting. 11 a. m. sermon by Pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m. A friendly visit by the pastor chair and congregation of Ebanzer M. E. Church. Sparrows Point. Sermon by Rev. C. B. Bishop. 5 p. m. Organizing of Epworth League 8 p. m. Sermon by Rev. A. Brooks. Communion. Class meeting Wednesday night. Prayer meeting Friday night. All persons coming from Baltimore get off at Dundalk and walk south about 2 squares. All welcome. All Day meeting 11 a. m., sermon by the Rev. J. W. Manokey of Washington, D. C. His congregation and band. 2 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m. A special sermon to praying bands of Baltimore by Rev. Manokey. 7 p. m. Christian Endeavor. 8 p. m., preaching by stranger from A. M. E. Conference. Mr. Harry Carpenter, Cornetist, Mrs. Mary Gillis, Organist. G. P. Rodgers, Pastor. Services every Sabbath—Saturday 10 a. m., Sabbath School 11.30 a. m., preaching service 3. p. m., Vesper Services Special services Sunday night. 8 p.m. Sermon by Elder Leslie Munce of Ohio and other speakers who are attending the convention. All invited. All questions answered. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton Street near W. Baltimore St. Rev. H. H. Knight. Pastor. 10 a. m., Union Class. 11 a. m. Minister from the A. M. E. Conference. 2 p. m., Sunday School. 6.30 p. m., C. E. L. 8 p. m. Minister from Conference. Wm. E. Henigan, Pres. C. E. L. T. H. McGowan, Supt. FOR RENT-3rd story front room. Furnished or unfurnished. 404 N. Gilmore street. FOR RENT-Flats, three rooms on floor and bath. Apply to 1127 Park avenue. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Lanvale St. and Druid Hill Ave. Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., Pastor Parsonage, 1405 Argyle Ave. 11 a. m. sermon by Rev. J. F. Griffin of Mobile, Ala. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m. sermon by Rev. M. H. Davis 6.30 p. m. A. C. E. L. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. A. M. Hackley, Toronto. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington St. near Pine Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Pastor 11 a. m. sermon by Bishop Hurst. 3 p. m. Rev. J. I. Lowe. 6 p. m. Allen League 8 p. m. sermon by Rev. S.H. Coower. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. L. C. Curtis. D. D., Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. G.F. Woodson. Dean of Payne Seminary. 2:30 p. m. Sunday School. 6:30 p. m. A. C. E. L. S p. m. Bishop Copin. All are Welcome to our services T. J. Holliday. Supt. Albert Whittington, Pres. E. L Rev. J. W. Norris, D. D. Pastor 10 a. m. Pastor's Bible Class. 11 a. m., sermon by a minister from Conference. 2.80 p. m. Sunday School. 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League. 8 p. m., Minister from Conference. Communion. John Murray, Pres. League Charles Tolson, Superintendent WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street 11 a. m., sermon by Dr. D. P. Seaton. 2.80 p. m. Sunday School. 6.45 p. m., A. C. E. L. 7.45 p. m., sermon by Rev. J. F. Griffin, Mobile Ala. J. F. Waters, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford, Pres. ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carlton Sts. Rev. P. J. Jordan, D.D. Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. C. B. Bailey 2:30 p. m. Sunday School. We cordially invited young men to our Bible Class. 4.30 p. m., Allen League Good music and program 5 p. m., Class Meeting. S. p. m. sermon by Her. F. A. Seston H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. William Butler, Pres. League A cordial invitation is extended by the officers and members of this church to the delegates, visiting members and friends attending the 97th session of Baltimore Annual Conference to worship with them. The pulpit will be filled at each service by visiting ministers. 11 a. m., sermon by Rev. L. N. Ross. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. Special classes for adults. 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League. Topic: Twelve Great Verses. V. "The Faith Verse." Heb. 11:4. Topic presented by Mr. Warner Neal of Union Baptist Church. Consecration meeting 7.30 p. m., sermon by visiting minister Strangers are always welcome. St. Luke's Union A. M.E. Church THE HOMELIKE CHURCH Spring St. near McElderry Rev. Dr. C. Edward Browne, Pastor 515 North Carolina Street 9 a. m. Class. R. L. Carter, Leader 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. Holy Communion. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Moses Johnson, Supt. 3 p. m. Sermon by stranger. 4 p. m. Pastor's Class, No. 3. 6 p. m. League. 8 p. m. Sermon by stranger and Holy Communion: Tuesday and Friday nights prayer meeting. Wednesday nights, Class No 2. Mr. Sylvester Burkett, Leader. All invited. Pennsylvania Avenue A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Rev. J. W. MacDonald, D. D. Pastor Communion Services 11 a. m. Sermou. Last Communion. 3 p. m. Special sermon by Rev. A. Brooks. 8 p. m. Sermon. Subject, Dry bones in the valley. John Wesley A. M. E. ZION CHURCH 1706 E. Orleans street near Broadway Rev. Wm. J. Robinson, Pastor Formerly of Bridgetown, Pa. 3 weeks rally of the Royal Family Boy April 19 to May 3 9 a. m. Class, L. Jones, Leader 11 a. m. Sermon by stranger. 2 p. m. Sunday School. W. R. Nixon, Supt. 3 p. m. Children's Day. 6.30 p. m. V E. L. A. L. Parker, Pres. 8 p. m. Women's Day. CHRIST INSTITUTION Rev. G. W Kennard, D.D., Pastor Sunday Services. 11 a.m. sermon by Rev. Abraham Hill 2.30 p. m. Sunday Sunday. 8 p. m. pastor. Communion. All invited 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 Rev. J. S. Collins 8 p. m. Rev. W. H. Manooko. Seats free. All welcome Lecture and Prayer Service every Wednesday, 8 p. m. Mrs. Eulalia Reid Calloway Directress Miss Margaret Rusk, Organist. Wm. Anderson, Supt. Prominent men who will deliver addresses at the sessions of the N. A. A. C. P., which, will be held in this city next week. DR. J. E. SPINGARN. THINKS HE MAY HAVE TO FIGHT Notwithstanding This, Colonel Midnight Is Still Traveling Away From Mexico. New York City—I am here in New York, but it is hard for me to tell just where I ought to go and where I am going, because I have so much to do these days and such little time in which to do it, and then I am thinking that I will have to go to war, and if I have to put that gun on my shoulder one more time there will certainly be something doing. I am now getting myself in marching trim. Here I am up here in New York this week, and I am having a nice time, although I have been to other places. I have spent a night in Baltimore, and at the hotel at that. Smith's hotel keeps up its first class standard. Tom Smith is sick in the hospital, but I am told that he is getting better and will soon be himself again. I am glad indeed to know this, and I am sure you are glad that he is getting better. It is hard to tell the many places I went in Baltimore and in Washington and the many people i met while there. I had the pleasure of going to the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Nelson. These young people came to Washington from Texas, and when they got there, they went right to work. Young Nelson is a graduate from Samuel Houston College Austin, Texas, and while he was at it he got him a good education, and learned that it was to be used, and he is using it. He is working for the government. Mrs. Nelson has been trained also, and she is a well educated woman, and then she has decided to make her education count for something in a practical way. Mrs. Nelson, has learned how to dress and treat hair, how to care for the fingers and nails, and other things along that line, and she has just opened an office and is kept busy all the time. She makes stuff for the treatment of the scalp, to save the hair and make it grow and so many other things and she is just busy all the time. I called at her office. 1845 S street, N. W., and saw her at work making her preparations. After spending almost a week with Prof. John R. Hawkins, and going to the office of Dr. R. F. Watson and talking with him, and he is indeed a busy man, I then turned my attention to other matters. Mrs. Marie Thomas still holds her position as stenographer in the office of Dr. Watson, and she is a good one. While my stay was short in Baltimore yet I got around a little. I did not get to meet many of the business men of the city, but met a few of them, and enjoyed meeting them. I had the pleasure of taking supper with Daniel Murphy, of the Afro-American Ledger, and found Mrs. Lavinia Henry still at her post. I was surprised to note that Arnett Murphy had taken unto himself a wife, and they are happy. I met Mrs. Clements, the mother of Mrs. Daniel Murphy. She shook my Jily black hand and said she was delighted to see me, and I was delighted to see her. We had a nice time together eating supper. It is nice to meet the women of our race, who have helped to make the world better, and Mrs. Clements has given to the world some help, especially to the Afro-American DR. J. E. SPINGAKN. Called on Mrs. F. R. Williams, wife of the pastor of the Perkins Square Baptist Church. Their daughter will next winter come out of the high school and they are going to continue to give her more education. Leaving Baltimore. I went to Philadelphia, and met some friends there. Among those I met were Rev. W. F. Graham and Mrs. W. G. Parks, but I did not get to meet Dr. Parks. He was out in the street. Dr. Graham was with Rev. H. Allen Boyd and Dr. R. H. Boyd. Out to Chester, where I had the pleasure of talking at the Baptist Church, of which the Rev. Dr. J. R. Bennett is pastor. He is certainly one good man and is doing one good thing for God and the race. I have known Dr. Bennett a long time, and I am glad that I have the pleasure of knowing him for he is one good man, and one worker for who shall last the longest. I was so glad to have the pleasure of seeing him, and noting what he is doing for the world. Right by his side is to be found his wife. He has a good church, good people. I had the pleasure meeting some of his people, and talking to a full church at night. They seemed glad to hear me and I was glad to be with them. I called at the home of Mrs. Williams, who is a singer met her daughter and her husband. They have a beautiful home. Mrs. Williams is one of the sweet singers in the city and she has a daughter who can do some singing also. Leaving off all this I then turned my attention to another part of the world. Reached the city Wednesday and going directly to 61 Bible house, which is the headquarters for the missionary department of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Rev. J. W. Rankin, D. D., was on hand for the meeting of the Board of Missions. Mrs. Marion Osborn Matheson was in charge of the office. She and the assistant, Miss Rachel Jackson, just tried to see how nice they could be to this old man, because they considered him a friend to Dr. Rankin. Mrs. Matheson was born up in Waterville, Me., where she got her full education, and she got the straight college course for a teacher, but, decided that there was another field in which she should labor, so she took up bookkeeping and thought that she would try her hand. She had a lucrative position in Atlantic City, where she made a good mark so that when Dr. Rankin was elected to his present position, he found this well qualified and prepared young woman, and he just offered her the position and she accepted of it, and now she is at work. She knows every detail in the office and then she is polite, courteous, and ever ready and willing to render service to any one who comes to the office. Then I had the pleasure of meeting Miss Jackson, who is a young woman, and lives in Jersey City. Miss Jackson is a native of New Jersey, and I got her school training right here in the city of her birth, Jersey City. I spent the day there, and two days. They wrote letters for me, and sent out and had lunch right in the office. I got on the outside of the lunch and it got on the inside of me and there I stopped. While in the office, Rev. S. W. Overton, who has spent 12 years in Africa for the A. M. E. Church, came in. He is returning from the field of battle. Rev. Overton left his wife in Liberia, and brought his son with him. He has a fine boy and will educate him in this country and THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER then perhaps he will return to Africa. If you have any mail for me send it to 628 N. Eutaw street, Baltimore. I wish that you were here togo with me. Look out for my next letter. REV. & MRS. GAINES TENDERED RECEPTION Last Monday night an elaborate reception was tendered to their pastor, Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., by the members and friends of Waters A. M. E. Church, Asquith street, near Jefferson. A large gathering assembled in the main auditorium where a program was rendered congratulatory to Dr. Gaines who is now closing his first year in this pastorate. Various departments of the church were represented by chosen speakers, Mr. Henry B. Smith, representing the trustees; Mr. Levin H. Lee, the Stewards; Miss Mamie Woolford, the Allen C. E. League; Mr. Matthew Moore, the Sunday School, and Mr. George Proctor, the class leaders Association. Solos were rendered by Misses Uldia Woingust, Mamie Woolford, Estelle Carroll and Mr. J. Edward Fisher. The Misses Stanley sang a duet. Addresses were delivered by Bishop Hurst, Revs. Carroll, of Centennial Church, Curry of Asbury, Williams of Grace Presbyterian, Gwynn of Oak St. Trusty of Della, and Rev. R. F. Ford, presiding elder of the Easton District and Dr. C. Edwin Brown of Union A. M. F. Church. The pastor was then called forward and after a most excellent speech by Prof. J. W. Woodhous, was presented with a purse of thirty-two dollars. Mrs. Minnie L. Gaines was then called forward and after some well chosen remarks by Miss Anetta Mills, was presented with a purse of ten dollars. Both the pastor and his wife responded in fitting remarks. At the close of the program the audience repaired to the lecture room, which was beautifully decorated and was served by the committee with refreshments. Among the invited guests present were, Bishop Hurst, Rev. and Mrs. R. E. Ford, Rev. and Mrs. Flagg, Rev. and Mrs. Curry, Rev. and Mrs. Gwynn; Revs. W. E. Williams, J. W. MacJonald and W. H. Trusty C. Edward Brown. Mr. J. W. Woodhous was master of ceremonies, and the following were the officers of the reception committee. Mrs. Molly Giles, president; Mrs. Mary C. Dixon, vice president; Mrs. Hallie Anderson, secretary; 'Mr. Henry B. Smith, general manager. [Portrait of a man in formal attire with a bow tie and a mustache]. Necessity For New Movement Started In Philadelphia. Platform of a Pennsylvania State Organization Which Has For Its Object the Promotion and Protection of the Civic, Industrial and Political Interests of Afro-Americans. Philadelphia. - There has recently been organized in this city a movement to be known as the Negro Protective League of Pennsylvania, with headquarters in the Keystone Aid building, southwest corner of Lombard and South Sixteenth streets. The president of the league is the Rev. Dr. William A. Creditt, recording secretary George W. Dawley and corresponding secretary Dr. R. R. Wright, Jr. Among the other leaders of the movement are Bishop J. S. Caldwell, Rev. S. L. Corrorthes, J. C. Asbury, Esq.; Dr. H. M. Minton, Editors Chris J. Perry and A. P. Caldwell; C. C. Dunlap, H. H. Cooper and E. W. Johnson of this city. Attorney W. Justin Carter and Robert K. Nelson of Harrishburg, P. A. Blackwell of Steelton, Maurice Randolph, N. T. Velor and R. C. Fox of Pittsburgh and other persons of prominence and influence in other sections of the state are interested in the movement. Purposes of the New Organization. The purposes of the league are set forth in the following statement issued by its promoters: "The Negro Protective League of Pennsylvania is an organization of Negroes of this state for the purpose of promoting the civic, industrial and political interests of the race in this commonwealth and of the country. "The necessity for such an organization is clear to every thoughtful mind, not alone because every other nationality, whether Jewish, German, Italian or Greek, has such an organization for its protection and the promotion of its interests, but also because these times, as never before, especially demand such an organization among our people. "In organization there is strength, and only with organization we withstand the attacks made upon our every right and privilege. Certainly we cannot do so as individuals. We therefore must organize or go to the wall. The Negro Protective League of Pennsylvania stands for the protection of the civic interests of the race and the promotion of the same. When it is considered that our people are largely excluded from hotels, restaurants, places of entertainment and amusements in this state the need of such an organization becomes at once apparent. "This very day in Washington the majority party of the United States congress is hostile to the civic interests of our race. Not only have there been attempts to put a law against intermarriage on the statute books of the nation, but there have been attempts to segregate Negro employees in the various governmental departments and to introduce into the street cars of the capital city of the nation the nefarious separate seat law of the south. Spread of Lynching and Segregation. "We have seen nearly every prominent Negro officeholder of the nation put out of office and the places filled by white men. We have seen the segregation laws spread all over the country. We have seen lynchings run wild and uncontrolled. We have seen a lynching take place in fair Pennsylvania, and we have been unable to punish a single person who took part in it. Do we not need an organization to protect our civic interests? This is one of the purposes of the Negro Protective League of Pennsylvania. "But as bad as are the civic conditions, so much worse are the industrial conditions. Little by little we have seen our men and women driven from positions long held by members of the race and shut out from others by the labor unions. The Negro Protective league stands for the protection of Negro labor against race prejudice and other insidious evils. It stands for promoting efficiency and skill among Negro workmen, securing better positions for our men and women and better industrial training for our boys and girls. We desire to see our men who are well qualified put into positions worthy of their training and experience, both in private and public service. "The Negro Protective league stands for the fullest exercise of the elective franchise. We urge that it is not only a privilege, but the duty, of every man of color to vote. The Negro in this state and in the north in general needs to use the ballot not only for the effect it will have here, but also to protect the fraternity rights of our brethren in the south. We believe that the Negro should vote for those men who stand by the race and vote against those men who stand against us. We should put every candidate on record as to his attitude upon the race question and see that pre-election promises are kept. "We see the need of this right now better than ever before, for just now the Democratic congress is doing all it can to humiliate the Negro." Big Marathon Race STARTING at the Lacrosse Grounds tn Druid Hill Park thru the Park to the city and thru some of the principal streets in the Colored Section. ending at the Afro-American Building. VALUABLE Cups will be awarded the runner who finishes first. and to the team averaging the highest number of points. Handsomely engraved medals to all who finish in a prescribed time. PROFESSIONAL Runners will not be allowed to enter the race. Contestants must be 16 years of age. OUT-OF-TOWN Teams and runners are invited to enter their names. Fill out the Blank below and mail it to the SPORTING EDITOR Afro-American Ledger, 628 N. Eutaw St. desire my name to be entered as a contestant in the Afro-American Ledger Marathon Race. And I hereby certify that I am not a professional runner and have never taken part in any professional running match. MAGIC IS IN LONG SHAMPOO DRIER MEG CO MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENED MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S.$100 ADSTAGE PAID Agents Wanted. Write for Literature. Magic Shampoo Drier Co. Minneapolis, Minn. FAR NEAR OUR PRICE $1.00 SERVICE HERE By men who have been succes Baltimore's best people Examination without charge or other trists who know the eye. 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In ordinary bifocal lenses there is a little step between the upper and lower parts. It is practically two pairs of Glasses combined in one, for reading and distance. For a short time only, $5.00. Same side as Colonial Theatre—A Few Doors Below We pay special attention to Oculist and hospital prescriptions Bring your prescription her and will never take it anywhere else. Open until 8 p. m. Saturday 10 p. m. CUTTING HEAD CUTTLE DAY ON TRUE SUN OR LEGGING GROWING CABLE WARNING LEVEL GROUND SUN WOODING HAIR (HAIR VOLUME) NEW ARTERY PAPILLZ OF TRUE 8K28 Fine, Soft Silky Hair Is Yours By Using The New Wonderful Hair Tonic Which Oils And Feeds The Hair All At One Application PRICES, 10 AND 25 CENTS By Mail Add 5c For Postage La Rue Chemical Co Baltimore, Md. PRINCE AMONG RACE WORKERS MAN OF BROAD ATTAINMENTS Story of Services Rendered by the Executive Secretary of a Great Comprehensive Society in Virginia—Forshock the Crusaders. For Field of More Legendary Human Needle. Prescott, N. L. — Prescott, N. M. M. Dialy of the state normal school. Prescott, N. L. the efficient executive secretary of the Negro Organization Society of Virginia has had an interesting educational and professional career. He is a most useful man leader in supporting the doctrine of the Negro schools, better health, better business and better crusades. He is a man who has the respect and confidence of white and colored Virginians. His story in arrest continues. He was born in Wilmington, Pennsylvania and studied at Mississippi on Nov. 12, 1877. He emigrated the country just [Image of a man in a suit and tie]. Since the introduction of my studies in India I have been able to make the world in India and abroad in the Western Hemisphere and elsewhere familiar. For the three years in the institution I spent in the Latha and Ganges classes where my studies in Mumbai were made free of the restrictions the Latha and Ganges had in the school. Then I have continued the work of the world in India. I have worked during this time in the research training of the three years in the school during the research and of the school as well as the professional psychology during the same time. "When learning college I have not abandoned my interest in intellectual studies. I have been and continue to be a research student in the research field. I have to teach and in all cases to Professor W. T. B. Williams that I have the interest and best assessment of books on psychology and just need that be known of amuse- mental use. I have read intellectually most of the best works on psychology, including the history of education and articles of research." Professor Sandy, prior to entering upon the work of the Negro Organizat- ion Society, served in Chesterfield county to promote coed teachers. He started the movement that has received the attention of a county supporting teacher, in the State Nor- thern School at Powellsville he has organized the "Teachers" Reading which has helped to raise the tone and professional spirit of the school and has improved the quality of work in all of the classroom. He offers the following summary of one year's work of the Negro Organization society for better health and better education among the colored people of Virginia Free school houses built. $7,000 raised for improving six other school houses; stimulation of the interest of white and colored people in sanitary schools, homes and churches; the organization of school improvement houses; preaching the gospel of ventilation, cleanliness and pure water supply and the hearty cooperation of the Virginia state health board. Professor Gandy, in short, is engaged in the work which affords him an excellent opportunity of doing something well worth while for the advancement of the colored people and for the setting up of new and definite standards of race progress. How John D. Jones Won His Promotion John D. Jones of Readville. Mass- is the only Afro-American holding the Position of railroad ticket agent in Massachusetts or any other northern state of whom we have knowledge Mr. Jones won his promotion solely on his merit, working up from the posi- tion of fireman, porter and general factotum. He is making good in his BUSINESS LEAGUE MATTERS Cliftonhoma State League Prepared by Enharmonize the National Bus. Sherman the National Bank. The only commercial of Philadelphia approved $5000 for the investment of the National Negro Business League when it met in their city in America. Some idea of the co-expensive spirit, pride and more progress generating in Oklahoma may be found in the case that two members of the State Negro Business League with themselves constitute $5,000 each to an investment the National League when it meets in Michigan in Lancaster. The first is effective because of the executive power behind the second is power abstraction because the collection of more citizens is more sparingly made under the very low which was supposed to disqualifying them. The advantage of the second most generously raised the first, which distributes the money sparingly and still widens of the most those are essential for the great prosperity of the fields and towns. Perpetual needs and even the impossibility Negatives will occur in the far south west. Annual Meeting to Be Held in Bridgeport, Conn. June 18. Rev W. Riley, J.D., L.L.P. President, New Hampshire Baptist University Association for the Study of the Bible The meeting will be held at the Bridgeport church on June 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Washington, April 11 To the Pastors, Sunday Services and the Various Associations of the New Eastern Popular Missionary Society "The New Educational institution will welcome all its staff and families from all departments in attendance with the Messrs. Mason and Dewey. For W. N. Mason present the thanks and sympathy and investment which we have received from the year with grace, prosperity and large aid to our most worthy. This thanks are the speciality and investment which we have received from the year with grace, prosperity and large aid to our most worthy. This thanks are the speciality and investment which we have received from the year with grace, prosperity and large aid to our most worthy. We want this service to be a special service from a dedicated group of students and teachers who are always inspiring and edifying but we do not want them to make the sacrifice we should make to make money to carry in the money of the corporation. All of us can send more money to the corporation. Let us do so this year. "We hope you will find this help. The middle school final class takes for the first time in the history with our funds to pay the wages of devoted teachers. What the corporation needs. The extra financial assistance that the life of students will require currently. Our faithful pastors will care for our students are being raised to their personal and we are proud to their wives." The home mission of local is better devoted with requests of needy families for aid and assistance in paying for their property and commending for the faith at work and deserving points in our conventional territory. "The educational boards must serve it that money is sent to our institutions that we have fostered and that are doing in work that honors us as well as themselves. Virginia secondary makes the special mission that we make at least $500 to help even in new buildings. This can be done if every alumnus of that institution will head the call of his and her alma mater and if every old friend will renew his loyalty and keep the memory and work of Hayes, Bowling, J. R. Smith, Lee, Phillips, Miller and others alive. Union university, Clayton, Williams university and our own Northern university, located in and incorporated under the laws of the state of New Jersey, of which you will hear many encouraging things at Bridgeport, all call for help. Then there is our foreign mission work, which will never cease demanding our money until every knee shall bow and every tongue confess. "Open the doors wide to help our noble women in their work; encourage the people to give a larger donation to them; for they never waver in their support of the convention. They follow us everywhere and beautifully serve the churches and convention. Help and encourage them as you never have before." "The Sunday school convention is doing splendid work and must be supported. Send larger contributions and stronger delegations to keep the young of our churches. "Yours in behalf of the convention. "W. BISHOP JOHNSON. "President, 445 Fourth Street Northeast, Washington." THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER FLORIDA MASONS ARE PROGRESSIVE Grand Master Dickerson Sets High Standard. ORDER IN FINE CONDITION British Association of Wines the Mascornis Grand Lodge. Has Association Limited curtain the Agile Association of its President Head—Drew Rall Estate Walked at $215, N.C. Jacksonville, Fla.—French farm near Mascornis. Fin. on the grand museum of the most westerly grand lodge of Annapolis. Free and Aveyard Museum of this state, which was growing valued at $215,000 in the year of Appraisal. Is the second of four John B. Dinkinson International Acquisition Mascornis. On the following day an interesting cigarette. His decline life is being spotted for the development of this people. His early life was spent on the farm and familiarizing the problem subjects. Working with begun for environmental life there as an institution of the designed life of the most important changes in the society, concerning public affairs. His activity in the central town and communities where he was an important member of them. His life in the city was frequently been observed. His first personal experience was with the children of the grieved widow of Professor Cox, being the unwilling counsel of the University. No. 20, University, as that time the late Sarah H. Cowan was grief-master. His compassion as a sympathetic and the compassion from the mutual understanding of the people. His interaction with the families in the ground office. Besides his dissatisfaction with the conditions in which his growing family is inhabited, his desire of property which he possessed is a fundamental of his life. 1 DR. JEEN E. DREESSON encounter. At the death of Grand Master of the church the craft died in Dr. John H. Dreese in they had to man the service John H. Dreese was referred to the office of animal trustee and the fortune in store cash now life. More lodges were organized members greatly increased and wives and children offered as per before in the history of the fortune Taking back of the animal trustee, this old war. The Most Worshipful Upon Grand Lover is every man from all of the bishal lodge to follow in the annual law to tender service His main effect was the protection of the widows and orphans, and special care was used in the enforcement of laws that end. Then the enforcement of the laws of the Missouri Bench association made for him many friends and the department an important factor in the finerunity. Every department under the grand legion receives his personal attention and all money coming in on going out in the minestrief detail come under his supervision, and as the result the largest, most unimplemented, and most complete Masonic temple in the world owned by the race now tower heavenward in the business center of the metropolis of Florida. This is a monument to a man who has used his opportunity to advance distance and who is an example to the young people. The assets of the great ice are: Value of lot, 165 by 100 $70,000; value of building, $151,000; value of furniture, $7,470; total, $268,450. Associated with Grand Master Dickerson are the following officers: D. D Powell, deputy grand master; J. C Lee, grand senior warden; John H Hall, grand junior warden; A. J. Junius, grand treasurer; R. B. Brooks grand secretary; E. H. Williams, assistant grand secretary; George W Hawkins, grand chaplain; T. T. Galines assistant grand chaplain; B. B. Green grand lecturer; L. N. Robinson, assistant grand lecturer; W. H. Mills, grand marshal; J. A. Collier, grand pursuant; W. H. Johnson, grand reocer. J. M. Robinson, grand herald; O. J Coleman, senior grand deacon; J. M Deas, junior grand deacon; A. R. Bruten, senior grand steward; J. H. Williams, junior grand steward; John Olliver, grand sword bearer; G. B. Wilson, grand historian; E. H. Flipper, grand master of ceremonies; S. L. Hodge grand organist; John H. Clark, grand librarian; J. T. Mark, grand christier. SUNDAY SCHOOL. Text of the Lesson, Luke xx. 11-24. Memory Verses, 17-18—Soldier Text. Luke xx. 11—Commentary Prepared by Bren D. M. Samsara. It may be difficult to see quite clearly within the older brother's representation, but we would not need to see the orang-ish find some really sad people who are a good friend like the older brother whose stories who have witnessed very far away are welcomed home. I have heard a discourse upon this chapter by a great Rite student in which he thanks both the older brother and the third-time friend person represented the stories who were shared. There seem to me to be many differences in this interpretation. We are quite safe in dwelling upon the love of the inking and we coming home the last ones, and we shall understand many things better when the intelligence symbolized by the many eyes of the overcomber shall be yours. It was a good thing for this last son that he became so desperately in want that he would fold have eaten swine's food and it was a good thing for him that no man gave unto him. Possibly some "down and out" people might come to themselves sooner if no one helped them to be comparatively comfortable in their law down estate. It is a great thing when one is led to see himself in his true light before God, when his heart cry is, "God be merciful to me a sinner." It is a good experience for a saved sinner when he is led to say as Job did, "I am myself" (Job wisdom). Whatever leads us to see more of God and His goodness is a helpful experience. It was good for this man when he began to think about his father and the abundance there which he might be enjoying. It was well when he determined to return to his father, confess his sin and ask to be given a servant's place, but it was better when he actually ance and came to his father. See the father's heart in verse 20. "When he was yet a great way off his father saw him and had compassion and and fell on his neck and kissed him." No upbringing, not a word of faithfulness, just a loving welcome home and a kiss of reconciliation. Do we know God as such a Father, and are we ready to tell lost ones of such a welcome awaiting them if they will turn with true penitence to Him? The son said part only of what he had intended to say, but was not allowed to finish it. Instead of the servant's place it is the best rule, a ring on his hand, shows on his feet and a feast of welcome, because the lost one had come home. If we really believed that there was such a reception awaiting penitent sinners, how could we help urging them to come home? It is said that they began to be merry-salivation is only the beginning of joy that knows no end. Consider the elder brother as representing one who has from his youth known the way of life, a child of godly parents and truly saved, having at some time not definitely known to himself accepted the Lord Jesus. He never fell into bad habits, but was always known as a good sample of a consistent Christian, though by no means a happy one. He did not know his father as he might have done and had no use for returning prodigals. Did you never see such a one in the glass or elsewhere? Special Announcement. Men And Women 7 S. Sq St. near Couture Sq & B. Baltimore St. Office House 6 A. M. to 5 P. M. Sundays and Holidays 20 A. M. to 8 P. M. Bell Thorne St. Spring 2002 If you are well to be very thankful, and if you are not well to do not make any difference what your disease is or who has has treated you, you are wanted to call here and investigate the MODERN COMBINED ELECTRO MEDICAL TREATMENT, as it fits your needs and serves other medical needs. TWO WEEKS TREATMENT FREE If you suffer with any of the following proper treatments for these trembles is be brought around by the right kind of successfully treated: Dermatism, Snout and Lung Diseases, Diseases Pervious to trembles, Dental Trembles. 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BALTIMORE BRIEFS A banquet was tendered the Monogram Social of Baltimore at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Rogers, of 610 Mosher street on Wednesday evening April 22. The guests danced until a late hour, after which they were ushered to the dining room, where the delicacies of the season had been prepared: Every one congratulated the host and hostess, Mr. and Mrs. Rogers of their unsparing pains in which they had prepared the menu. Those present were: Messrs. Ewdard H. Tyson, toastmaster; C. Morris, Mitchell, assistant toastmaster; William Wilson, N. Garrett, R. Wougat, M. Holmes, from Monogram; Mr. Albert, from Pittsburg; Mr. A. Collins, from Florida; Solomon Offer, Robert Somms, Ignatius Corbett, Mr. -Biggust, Lawrence Evans, Henry C. Young. Misses Susie Brown, Celesta Williams, Clara Gross, B. Washington, M. Henson, Bertina Henson, Maggie Saunders. Mrs. Rodgers, mother of Elder G. P. Rodgers, pastor of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and his sister have returned to their home in Philadelphia. They were presented with a basket of fruit by the Christian Uplift Association. Mr. John Trotter, of 705 Linden avenue left the city this week for Boyton, Va., to visit his sister and brother. Mrs. B. Key and Miss Hattie Peaco, of Pittsburgh, Pa., are in the city visiting their sister. Mrs. Anna Smith who has been quite ill, but is now convalescing. An absolute divorce was granted Mrs. Sadie E. Burton from Samuel D. Burton on Tuesday, April 21, in the Circuit Court Part II before Judge Dawkins. She now resumes her maiden name, Miss Sadie E. Hicks. Divorce granted to Mrs. Cora Johns from Thomas H. Johns, April 8th, Circuit Court No. 2. Mrs. P. H. Wheatley, who formerly lived at 804 Ostend street, has moved to 333 Hoffman street. The Baltimore Mutual Association of Church Musicians will meet at the residence of Mrs. Ida V. Costen, W. Lexington street Saturday May 2nd, at 8.30 P. M. Paper will be presented subject"An Ideal Director". All church musicians are invited to attend and to become members of the Association. Don't miss the train for Heaven. Rev. A. Young will deliver the famous Railroad Sermon at Sharp St. Memorial M. E. Church, Dolphin and Etting streets this Sunday, May 3rd, at 8.00 p. m., accompanied by choir and congregation. Silver offering at the d. Rev. M. J. Naylor and Rev. A. Young, pastors. 28th ANNIVERSARY OF B. AND S. OF JOB The Maryland Grand Council with the Subordinate Houses of the B. and S. of Job will have their 28th anniversary at Waters A. M. E. Church Sunday, May 10th. The entire membership is earnestly solicited to be present on this occasion. Kindly meet in the lecture room at 6.30. Pespectfully, W. H. Saunders, grand master Octavia Shelton, grand sister. Charles Folks, grand Sec. Regular session May 22, 1914. NOTICE—The Baptist Women's United Christian Association of 1221 Park avenue on Tuesday evening of last week elected the following officers for the ensuing year. Mrs. Carrie P. C. Washington, president and Mrs. Susie Rice secretary. Meeting every Sunday from 5 to 6:30 p. m. This Sunday missionary. SPECIAL NOTICE— To the members of the Peoples' Benefit and Fraternal Society and Public in General: Agents of other Societies and disinterested persons have circulated a rumor that The People's Benefit, and Fraternal Society has sold or anticipated selling out to an independent company located in the Equitable Building. Such rumor is without any foundation. The Society never was in a more prosperous condition, financially or numerically. For further particulars call to office 1631 Pepper In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, Thomas R. Ovelton, who departed this life April 21, 1911. A little while earth's torn to bear Eternally Heaven's rest to share. Sad tears a little while shall flow Eternity no grief shall know Though may heart may break with sorrow By the grief so hard to bear. By his loving wife, H. Ella Ovelton. WHEATLEY—In loving memory of my dear husband, Rev. C. C. Wheatley. Sleep on and take thy rest We miss thy kind and willing hand Sleep on and take thy rest. By his wife, and daughter, Mrs. P. H. Wheatley, Mrs. M. C. Cromwell. JANEY—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear mother, Maria Janey, who departed this life one year ago April 27, 1913. Mother, I am so sad and lonely Since you have gone from me, And it seems there is no pleasure In this dreary world for me. And I often sit and wonder That have happened since that day Oh, the memory of that evening, As I stood with an aching heart, Watching the one I loved so dearly Pierced by death's most awful dart. By her daughter, Mrs. Annie Young. One lone year, dear Grandma, Since you were called away, And our hearts are still aching Just as it did that day. By her grand children, Rufus, Calvin, and Estella Young. ARMSTRONG—In loving remembrance of my dear husband, Israel Armstrong, who died April 27, 1913. My head and stave has passed away, And I am left alone, My husband dear, who was so near, Has fled away and gone. In the graveyard softly sleeping Where the flowers gently wave, Lies the one I loved so dearly In his lonely silent grave. You are invited to a grand May Demonstration under the auspices of the A. M. E. Superintendents' Council participated in by the A. M. E. Sunday Schools of Baltimore and vicinity. Trinity Church, Monday, May 11 at 7:30 p. m. All schools will be in line. Volunteer orchestra. Representative speakers from each presiding elder's district. Special selections from each school. The principal address will be delivered by Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D. Everybody is welcome. Admission free. Rev. L. J. Coppin, D. D., Bishop. G. Sumner Whyte, president of Council. 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 Realty Company 11 E. Fayette St. Phone St. Paul 2370 THE AFRO AMERICAN LEDGER ...ROLAND W. HAYES... AT BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH FRIDAY EVENING, MAY 8, 1914 BENEFIT OF DAY NURSERY ASSOCIATION ADMISSION 25 CENTS Management Mrs. E. J. Wheatley. and Miss Lucy D. Slowe Grand Citizens' Reception For Summer Work of Colored Empty Storking and Fresh Air Circle AT OLD FIFTH REGIMENT ARMORY Howard Street and Linden Avenue Miss Ida R. Cummings, President Mrs. M. R. Bruce, Sec'y. Mrs. Martha Thompson, Treas. STERLING Mr. Robert Goodlow, a well known business man of this city has just acquired a lease on that beautiful park, known as Beauty Beach, the Coney Island of Maryland, which, with its numerous attractions he will soon open exclusively to the colored citizens of Baltimore. Beauty Beach is located at Stony Creek, overlooking Anne Arundel County. Its altitude makes it one of the coolest resorts in Maryland. Mr. Goodlow has spared no expense in making it the equal of any white resort in the State. It is to be hoped that the colored people of Baltimore and surrounding counties will take advantage of the opportunity which this young man has created Among the many impti tiful Bungalows, which w desiring to spend a week on the city. As we expect the Children No Intoxicating Dity Beach. There are 17 A Through. The Scenery is Among the many improvements are Five Beautiful Bungalows, which will be Rented to families desiring to spend a week or so away from the heat of the city. As we expect the patronage of Ladies and Children No Intoxicating Drinks will be Sold at Beauty Beach. There are 17 Acres of Fine Land to Stroll Through. The Scenery is One of Granduer. ATTRACTIVE FEATURES: Carrousels, Fine Merry-Go-Row Boats, a Steam Launchers, Photograph Galleries, Ball Grounds and the La-Maryiand. Fine Hotel on Opening Day, Boat Will Leave Every I.P.M. from Pier 5, Pratt S. Don't Miss the First Trip. Your Invitations. ROBERT GOODL 1910 DIVISION STREET The Boat has been Inspected by have passed upon it as being periDates May be Booked at Sto Carrousels, Fine Merry-Go-Round. 25 Swings, 25 Row Boats, a Steam Launch that will seat 50 Passengers, Photograph Gallery, Shooting Gallery, Base Ball Grounds and the Largest Dancing Pavilion in Maryland. Fine Hotel on Grounds Boat Will Leave Every Day at 8.30 A.M., and 2.30 P.M. from Pier 5, Pratt Street and Market Space. Don't Miss the First Trip. Come or Send Early for Your Invitations. ROBERT GOODLOW, MANAGER 1910 DIVISION STREET BALTIMORE, MARYLAND The Boat has been Inspected by the Government. Officials, who have passed upon it as being perfectly safe. CHARLES TOLSON REALTY CO. OFFICE: 506 BAKER STREET Houses Sold on the Lowest Terms in Any Part of the City. See my Large List of Two or Three Story Houses. Also Sewer Connection Without a Deposit. PHONE: 1903 Y--MADISON Or a Postal Will Bring Me to Your Docr. LOST—Beads] and lockett with photo from between Eutaw, Druid Hill avenue to Dolphin street to Pennsylvania avenue. Liberal reward if returned. B. Smith, 607 Pitcher street. for them. Book your dates at once. As the rush has begin. Great concessions are being offered all organizations. The management reserves the right to reject any disorderly person or persons. This Beach is for ladies and gentlemen only. That world-famous excursion boat, the Steamer Warner, which has been recently furnished fn an up-to-date manner has been leased to carry the passengers to and from the beach. It is suggested that all organizations get in communication with Mr. Goodlow, 1910 Division street. Tel. Madison 5842 to secure dates. Opening Day, May 14. See Mr. Goodlow for all information. Provements are Five Beau=will be Rented to families or so away from the heat of the patronage of Ladies and Drinks will be Sold at Beau-Acres of Fine Land to Stroll One of Granduer. So-Round, 25 Swings, 25 bench that will seat 50 Pass- ry, Shooting Gallery, Base largest Dancing Pavilion in Grounds May 14, 1914 Day at 8.30 A.M., and 2.30 street and Market Space. Come or Send Early for LOW, MANAGER BALTIMORE, MARYLAND by the Government. Officials, who fectly safe. kies and Derry's Drug Store. MILBURN BELL Cleaning, Scouring, Dyeing, Pressing and Repairing in all its Branches. Work called for and Delivered at lowest prizes Drop me a Postal 1533 EAST MONUMENT ST. Rev. Charles H. Lowery who was left without appointment on account of bad health is improving and has been sent back to Canton M. E. Church for the third year by request of the people and will preach at 3 p. m., Sunday. STRAWBERRY FEAST You are cordially invited to attend strawberry festival given by the Campaign Club of the Y. W. C. A., to be held in their parlors Monday 11, at 8 o'clock. An interesting program and a pleasant evening promised to all who come: Admission 10 cents. Mrs. Estelle Fennell, Pres. Mrs. Ione Gates, Sec. 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 Organization 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. 30—Grace Presbyterian Church. 31—Social Baptist Church. JUNE. 1—K. & D. of S. 2—G. U. O. of Royal Mites. 3—Excelsior Court, No. 2. 4—Queen Elizabeth Court, No. 4. 5—Syracuse Court, No. 10, K. of P. 6—Princess Tabernacle. 7—Maryland Union Co. 8—Silver Spring Social. 10—St. Peter Clavers. 11—Coral Symphony Oratoria Society. 14—E. & O. Porters. 15—Busy Bee Social. 16—Fountain Baptist Church & S. S. 17—National Beneficial Society Agents Club. 18—Allen's A. M. E. S. S. 20—T. W. Stringer Lodge No. 4, K. of P. 21—Go Get Um's. 22—Metropolitan S. S. 23—Providence Beneficial Society. 24—The Boy Scouts of Macedonia. 25—Willing Workers of Northwest Baltimore. 26—Day Nursery. 27—Y. M. C. A. 28—Mt. Zion M. E. Church. 29—Ruth Court, No. 28, K. of P. 30—Eastern Chapel M. E. Sunday School At the Fishermen's Auditorium, 411 W. Biddle street, on Monday evening, May 4th, 1914., presenting Dr. Kerr, the Music Wonder. No one Compiled to Wear Costume. Refreshments on Sale $2.50 in gold will be awarded the lady wearing the nearest costume Dir. Ed. L. Slater. chair. B. F. Jones. Asst. Chair.: J. P. Chase. secretary. Cards of Admission 25 cents A fine casket worth $65.00, in black cloth, steel gray or white plush highly polished jak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearns 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, crib cifx when desired, rugs, chair s etc., all of the latest designs. BROWN'S GROVE The following dates have been booked. Where You Get the Best Price Paid for Your Junk 1751 Orleans Street 610 N. Madeira Street PHONE: 2225 WOLF-M JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete This funeral cost elsewhere.....$136.00 My price$73.00.....$75.00 Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 Other Funerals as low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $175. No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Complete. 1222 Division St., bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. Residence C. & P. Phone. Mad. 4067 Madison 4921—M ...YOUNG'S HAIR FOOD... Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25 cent can will convince. Scientifically prepared at— YOUNG'S PHARMACY Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street GET IT AT..... Popular Prices STOKES and DERRY'S 1061 Druid Hill Avenue, Cor. Oxford DRUGS OPENING, MAY 7th 100 1...St. Barnabas Sunday School 2...Israel Baptist Church. 4...Furniture Men. 5...Evening Star No. 873, G. U. P. of Odd Fellows. 6...First Baptist S. S. 7...Mt. Olive Baptist Church and Sindy School of Towson. 8...St. Paul's M. E. Church. 9...Union Baptist S. S. 10...Maryland Home for Friendless Colo- red Children 11...Phalanx Social. 12...Columbian Circle, K. of P. 13...Mt. Zion S. S. 14...Asbury S. S. 15...John Wesley S. S. 16...Macedonia Baptist S. S. 17...G. U. O. of True Reformers. 18...Lilly of the Valley No. 28, Fisher- men of Gallilee. 20...Grand Lodge K. of P. to St. Michael 22...Trinity A. M. E. S. S. 23...Shuren Baptist S. S. 24...Mt. Nebo Lodge No. 1366, G. U. O. of Odd Fellows. 26...Princess Social. 28...Saint Johns A. M. E. S. S. 30...Ebenezer Baptist S. S. 1—El Chaptan. 3—Ladies' Aid of Mt. Zion. 4—I. O. C. 5—Excelsior Lodge, K. of P. 15—Bethel Drill Corp, No. 5. 18—Fountain Lodge No. 27, Good Hope. 24—Golden Key. 25—Doctors' Coachmen's Junior Association 26—Shriners. 29—The Avon Pleasure Club.