The Afro-American

Saturday, January 16, 1915

Baltimore, Maryland

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THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXIII. NO.21 ODD FELLOWS HONOR JOHNSON Prominent Members Of The Order From All Over The Country Pay Homage To Deputy Grand Master Prominent Odd Fellows from all sections of the country attended the complimentary reception and banquet given by local members of the Order in honor of Julius C. Johnson, of this city, who was elected deputy grand master of the fraternity last September. The function was given at the hall of the local lodges, 549 W. Biddle street, and not only Grand Master Edward H. Morris, of Chicago, was in attendance, but a majority of the incoming Sub-committee of Management. Mr. Johnson's long services in behalf of the Order were praised by the various speakers, and Grand Master Morris was also commended as an executive who had the best interests of the fraternity at heart. Following the serving of an appetizing menu, District Grand Secretary Jesse L. Nicholas, who acted as toastmaster, introduced City Councilman Harry S. Cummings, the retiring attorney general o, the Order, who made a happy and well received address of welcome. "Baltimore is always on the map" said Mr. Cummings, "and it was here that the best B. M. C was held, and say that with due respect to Boston (laughter). Every man likes to have a clear title to his property, and it was here that Grand Master Morris got the title to the office of grand master. If he had not gotten it here, he surely would have never got it in Boston, and the certainly not in Atlanta (laughter.) Seriously it is always a pleasure to welcome you." He bespoke for Mr. Morris and his colleagues a first class administration, declaring that every Royal Odd Fellow wanted to see the order go forward. "Let the dead past bury its dead," he concluded. Dr. I.L. Roberts, of Boston, made a well received address, in which he said the enemy was as completely buried at Boston as were the sewers being done in Baltimore. William L. Lee, district grand master for the District of Columbia, said that the surrender of Lee to Grant brought about the freedom of the race and paved the way for the great fraternal orders now existing. Armand W. Scott, of Washington, in an eloquent address that the election of the present regime mean that the Order would be in the hands of those who had its best interests at heart. W. Ashbie Hawkins, supreme chancellor of the smaller wing of the Knights of Pythias, praised the Old Fellows, but declared that it and other fraternities would the race the greatest service in combatting those discriminations and burdens under which the race labors. HINTS AT CANDIDACY Rev. Dr. E. P. Jones, of Vucksburg, Miss., widely known as "Mississippi Jones" delivered an eloquent address, in which he hinted that the combination of Irish, Indian and Negro blood that runs through his veins may again make him enter the race for grand master. John el. Murphy, managing editor of the Afro-American Ledger, praised the Order as one of the greatest among the race and that the press of the country would rather say good things about it than criticize. "I would like to see," he said "the Order, help mold sentiment in the larger things affecting une race." Joseph P. Evans, grand master of Masons, made an address of greetings, in which he hinted that the Masons of the city were planning to build a hall larger than the present one of the Odd Fellows. George H. Mays, William E. Fletcher, James F. Adair, Charles Coulbourn, W. David Brown, W. W. Conway, A. T. Shirley, Perri W. Howard were among others who delivered addresses before the introduction of Mr. Morris. Toastmaster Nicholas, introducing Mr. Morris, paid a splendid tribute to him for his services in behalf of the Order, and the latter praised Julius C. Johnson as a man who always was loyal and an advocate of that he thought right and just. Mr. Morris declared that he and his associates had the best interests of the Order at heart, and that there was always a disposition to find out the views of the humble member of the Order regarding a movement or measure. The humble member was praised by him as the bone and sinew of the fraternity. His address was received with loud acclaim. The last speaker was the guest of honor, Mr. Johnson. In a modest manner, he told of his efforts in behalf of the Order, and humorously said that his optimism at Atlanta kept the Ben Davis forces from triumphing. He thanked the local brethren for their confidence in him and said that he would try to merit their confidence more and more in the future. STOCKHOLDERS HOLD NOTABLE MEETING Birmingham, Ala., January 14. The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Prudential Savings Bank held Monday night was the most notable one in the four years history of the institution. Every member seemed enthusiastic over the outlook. The report of the cashier, W. W. Hadnott and the president, Dr. U. G. Mason, showed the institution to be in splendid shape, and a handsome profit shown. At the meeting of the newly elected Board of Directors, which will take place Monday, the indications are that the same officers will be reelected. NEW SUB-COMMITTEE ASSUME OFFICE Puiladelphia, Jaunary 15.—With harmony and an evident desire to work for the best interests of the Order, the Sub-committee of Management elected at the session of the Biennial Movable Committee at Boston last September, formally assumed office this week. The new Sub-committee is composed entirely of the friends of Grand Master Edward H. Morris. The harmony with which the new committee is working this week is in striking contrast with the one voted out last September, as the latter contained five members opposed to Mr. Morris. Reports were received from various branches of the Order during the week. A baquet was tendered the Subcommittee Thursday night. Among these noticed here this week are: Henry P. Slaughter, editor of the Odd Fellows Journal, Washington; John N. Goins, Washington, Perril W. Howard, Vicksburg, Miss; Mrs. Mary A Parker, most worthy grand superior, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. B E. DeToscano grand worthy recorder, New York; District Grand Secretary James F. Adair, New York; Ed. L. Edwards, Waycross, Ga.; L. Williams, Jersey City; Mrs. Serena Shackleford and Mrs. Carrie E. Paul, Atlantic City and Edward Henry, Brooklyn, N. Y. SEND RESOLUTIONS TO CONGRESSMEN Local Committee Praises Men Who Waged Hot Fight On Recent Bill To Exclude Negro Immigrants Dr. Ernest Lyon, chairman of the local delegation that appeared before members of Congress and the United States last week in opposition to the clause in the Immigration Bill excluding the future entrance of colored people into this country, has sent, on behalf of the local committee of protesting citizens, letter of congratulation to Congressman Mann, Butler, J. Hampton Moore, and others who succeeded in having the objectionable clause expunged from the bill. Revs. Ernest Lyon, D. G. Hill and W. Edward Williams were among the Baltimoreans that went to make protest against the measure. They labored for more than five hours with members of Congress, and were practically the only ones to register a protest in person. The letter, which is signed by those who formulated the protest, follows: "On behalf of the committee of citizens we beg you to accept this letter as an evidence of our gratitude to you for the great service that you have rendered the colored race in securing by your championship on the floor and in the committee the defeat of the amendment excluding the future coming of the people of African descent into this country. "The amendment was aimed at the colored people and was intended to humiliate and discriminate against them. The wording of the amendment was vague and its meaning uncertain, and had it passed the House, it would have been difficult for a court to determine the meaning of the law, which would have made any amount of trouble, not only for the black people coming into this country, but for the American citizens of color returning from abroad. "The members of Congress who voted against it by such a large majority, and other champions of the race, deserve to be congratulated for such manifestation of sober judgment and national good sense." Congressman Moore has sent a letter acknowledging the receipt of the letter. The names of the committee follow: Albert Johnson, John H. Murphy, George A. Watty, Winfield Thomas, Dr. F. N. Cardozo, Franklin F. Johnson, Revs. J. W. Norris, D. G. Hill, Ernest Lyon, A. L Gaines, G. F. Bragg, S. H. Norwood, S. R. Hughes, M. J. Naylor, S. A. Virgil, C. G. Cummings, D. D. Turpeau and George E. Curry. GOVERNOR O'NEAL MAKES INSPECTION. Tuskegee, Ala., January 12. Governor Emmett O'Neal and a delegation of prominent whites made an inspection of the plant of Tuskegee Institute last Saturday. The party was met at the station by Dr. Booker T. Washington and escorted to the institute grounds in automobiles. A fine luncheon was served the visitors under the supervision of Mrs. Washington. The luncheon was prepared and served by girls in the domestic science department. Following the luncheon W. W. Campbell, vice president of the board of trustees, presented Mrs. O'Neal and daughter handsome floral designs. In an address to the faculty and students, Governor O'Neal raised the work being done in the school. WANT ASPHALT ON DRUID HILL AVENUE Residents Ask For Smooth Paving In Place Of Proposed Vitrified Brick In Prescribed District City Councilman Harry S. Cummings, Dr. E. J. Wheatley and Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson appeared before the Paving Commission Wednesday to ask that asphalt, and not vitrified brick be laid on Druid Hill avenue between Hoffman and McMechen streets. The avenue will be paved this year, asphalt being the paving selected between Eutaw and Paca street, and McMechen street and North Ave. Vitrified brick had been selected between Paca and McMechen streets. Between the car tracks was to have been paved with recut granite blocks. The commission gave as its reason for selecting vitrified brick that a number of alleys ran into Druid Hill avenue and as sewer connections had not been made with property thereon that asphalt would be damaged by water flowing over its surface, especially in freezing weather. Dr. Wheatley said that there were no alleys running into Druid Hill avenue North of Hoffman street, that vitrified brick was noisy and that it is more dangerous for horses. Dr. Johnson made a plea for asphalt, saying that kind of pavement was less noisy than vitrified brick. Flies bothering horses in summer time would make the animals stamp their feet, thus interruiting churches. Mr. Cummings pointed that a number of churches were either on or near Druid Hill avenue, that it was the most beautiful residence street for the race in this country and asked that asphalt be the paving chosen. City Councilman Jefferson D. Norris of the Seventeenth ward, headed a delegation interested in the Home of the Friendiess, also desiring asphalt. Chairman Compton promised to take the suggestions under consideration. MRS. B. F. WATSON, NOTED CHURCH WORKER, DEAD Washington, January 14.—Mrs. B.F. Watson, wife of the Secretary of the Church Extension Society of the A. M. E. Church, is dead, after a long and painful illness. The funeral services were held Wednesday at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, Dr. C. H. Steptenau, officiating, assisted by many of the leading ministers of various denominations. Mrs. Watson was a woman of fine character, helpful disposition and an enthusiastic worker for the cause of Christianity in the home and in the church. A large delegation of ministers and laymen from Baltimore were present at the funeral. MU-SQ-LIT CLUB ELECTS OFFICERS Washington, January 14.--At the annual meeting of the Mu-So-Lit Club, held last Friday, in the Assembly Room of the Y. M. C. A. the following officers were elected: M. Grant Lucas, president; Frank A. Byron, vice president; R. W. Thompson, corresponding secretary (fourth term;) James L. Chestnut, recording secretary; A. Mercer Daniels, financial secretary; Jay W. Clifford, treasurer. The executive committee, besides the officers, consists of Judge R. H. Terrell, Prof. Kelly Miller, A. C. Newman, R. A. Pelham, G. L. Sadgwar, Haley Douglass PRICE THREE CENT SPINGARN MAKES NOTABLE ADDRESS Tells Of Negro's Place In American Democracy. Speaks At Series Of Meetings In Pittsburgh and Ohio Springfield, O., January 14.—Last night Dr. J. E. Spingarn, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, delivered an address in Springfield, O., on the Negro and his place in American Democracy, in the North Street A. M. E. Church, Rev. J. S. Jackson, pastor. This morning Dr. Spingarn addressed the students of Wittenberg College. Tonight he went to Dayton where he spoke in the Y. M. C. A. Hall. Dr. Spingarn addressed a series of mass meetings in Pittsburgh on January 10 and 11, where his speeches aroused widespread interest. He spoke in the First Unitarian Church, the Bethel A. M. E. Church the St. James A. M. E. Church, and also made addresses to the Hungry Club, the chief forum of the city, to the Ministerial Union and to the students of the sociology department of Pittsburgh University. Everywhere he was received with enthusiasm. After leaving Dayton, Dr. Spingarn left for Cincinnati and Toledo, Springfield, Ill., St. Joseph, Me., Des Moines, Ia., Omaha, Neb., Minneapolis and St. Paul, and will end his trip in Buffalo, N. Y. In all of these cities a series of mass meetings have been arranged, in churches, before Chambers of Commerce, Boards of Trade, and other representative organizations. In the public libraries interesting exhibits have been arranged of books by and about Negroes. These collections include the works of DuBois, Chestnut, Dunbar, Braithwaite, Washington, Douglass, Wheatley, as well as books by foreign Negroes including Dumas pere and fils, Pushkin and certain Spanish-American writers. In addition there are works by white American Abolitionists and antislavery writers, and a selection of books about Negro life and on the Negro Problem. These public displays are proving a real service to American Democracy by bringing forcibly to the attention of white people the literary achievements of the colored race. CONTESTING FOR BANK PRESIDENTS' OFFICE Birmingham, Ala., January 18 — Much interest is being manifested in the new president of the Alabama Peany Savings Banks, who will be elected as the annual meeting of the Stockholders on January 22. J. O. Diffay, who has been connected with the institution since its inception has been acting as temporary president, since the death of W. R. Pettiford, the founder of the in-titulation. It is generally conceded that Mr. Diffay will be elected to the position, although the name of B. H. Hudson, the cashier, has been mentioned. There is a young progressive element that is booming R. T. Jackson, president of the Jackson Realty Company, for the position although Mr. Jackson is said to have discouraged mention of his name. He is one of the most successful young men in the South and has named a competence in his work. JOINT MEETINGS OF TEACHERS A meeting of the manual training teachers of Baltimore and the District of Columbia will be held in Washington next Friday. John H. Murphy, Jr. Miss Helle Holmes, James A. B. Callis and Daniel Brooks are the Baltimoreans on the PASSES ANTI-INTERMARRIAGE BILL Odious Bill Carried Thru House But Senate Committee Will Probably Reject It. Colored Citizens Protest Washington, January 15.—By a vote of 228 to 60 the House of Representatives last Monday passed a bill prohibiting the intermarriage of white persons and Negroes in the District of Columbia. The bill is drastic in its provisions, imposing both fine and imprisonment upon whites and blacks alike who violate the proposed law, and visiting equally severe punishment upon any minister or magistrate who performs a "mixed" ceremony. The measure was introduced by Representative Clark, of Flordia. The bill not only affects residents of the District, but persons of either color who enter the District with other than a wife of like color as himself. A white man coming into this city with a colored wife is regarded as a violator of the law, and the couple is liable to prosecution. A minister who performs a ceremony in violation of this statute is liable to a fine of $250 to $1,000 and imprisonment for not less than six months nor more than one year. In the House Monday the Clark bill provoked a lively discussion. A notable speech was delivered by Representative M. B. Madden, of Illinois. He said, among other things: "I am opposed to intermarriages of the races, but I am opposed to making such marriages a crime. The Negroes are willing to confine their marriages to their own race, but they have a right to demand that the women of their race shall not be considered the legitimate prey of the men of other races. If the blood of both races can be kept pure by law, all right, but who can assure this? By all means, if we are to have a law against mixed marriages, that law should also provide for exposing those who boast of the purity of their blood while they continue clandestinely and illegal relations with those against whom this law is directed." The measure is now in the hands of the Senate Committee on the District of Columbia. The opinion is expressed in some quarters that the bill will never pass the Senate. Dr. Ernest Lyon, E. B. Taylor and Rev. W. W. Allen, members of a committee appointed at a meeting of Baltimore citizens, were here Thursday conferring with local race leaders regarding the bill. The committee also saw Senator Moses Clapp and several other Senators. It was explained to the Senators that "mixed" marriages were not favored, but the making of such a crime for the few who contract such alliances. It was pointed out that such a law left no redress for a colored woman traduced by a white man, and that it would be unwise for Congress to pass legislation setting up a racial barrier. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is also opposing the bill. FUNERAL OF GENERAL DURT Washington, January 15.—The funeral of Genera Andrew Sheridan Burt who died suddenly Tuesday, was held at St. Thomas P.E. Church this morning. Prominent officials of the army wore in attendance. The palitheavers were former members of the Twenty-fifth Infantry, which he commanded for some years. General Burt was a firm friend of the colored soldiers and expressed the opinion that members of the Twenty-fifth Infantry did not shoot-up Brownsville, as claimed. A PLEA FOR MOTHER BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Baltimore, Md. January 4, 1915 This old Historic Church has claims upon the moral forces of the city and religious world, perhaps that no other Church of our connection has The history of this time-honored Church, when properly studied and rightly understood, will win a place of prominence in every grateful heart, which cherishes longing for human betterment. Mother Bethel dates her starting point very early in the eighteenth century. In 1785 when because of just reasons, a large body of Christians was impelled by no other than the highest motives to withdraw from the Parent Church, which had been set apart by the renowned Robert Strawbridge in 1765. For some time this body of Christians worshipped from house to house until they secured by purchase a lot (Church) building on Fish street now Sorgatura, near Gay. now Saratuck, the During the Silver Anniversary, 1912 of the Local Church Extension Society of Baltimore Lutheranism, the Rev. W. H. Dunbar, D. D., who by selection of the Board of Directors of that faith, speaking of the Lutheran Church in Baltimore; makes his pen to say that Lutheranism dates back to about 1750. The German Lutherans then organized themselves into a congregation. For eight years they worshipped in the same building with the German Reformed. In 1758 they secured a lot, and built a Church on Fish street,now Saratoga, west of Gay, on the site occupied until a few years ago by the African Bethel Methodist Episcopal Church. Here the Lutherans worshipped until 1808, when the property was sold, and a new Church was built on Gay street, at a cost of $40,000. Observing the connection which Historic Lutheranism had with the incipient stages of our beloved Zien, I of course set myself to the task of getting more tangible or definite knowledge respecting the same; hence secured Attorney McMechen to examine the records of the Baltimore City Court for facts regarding the actual time that the aforesaid African Bethel Methodist Episcopal Church obtained possession (not so much by rental but by purchase) of this property formally owned by the Lutheran located on Fish street now known as Saratoga street. Our investigation revealed the following facts. January 0, 1915 Dr. Daniel G. Hill, 417 Mosher street, City. My dear Sir:— I find from examination of the records that the said property, known as Bethel Church, located on Saratoga street, west of Gay, was conveyed by William Carman to Jacob Gillard, Sr., George Douglass, Stephen Hill, Don Carlos Hall, and David Bastell, Trustees of the African Methodist Bethel Church, by lease dated February 10, 1817, and recorded among the land records of Baltimore City in Liber W. G., No. 140, Folio 599. The purchase price for said property was five thousand dollars ($5,000) and the lease given by the said trustees was an easy method adopted in getting an absolute title to said property, and in accordance with the same, the said trustees were to pay an annual ground rent of Three hundred and sixty dollars ($360) per year, with a right reserved thereunder to pay the sum of Five hundred dollars ($500) in cash at any time, which sum would serve to reduce the ground rent, and so on, until said rent was extinguished. rent was exchanged I also find that later on the said William Carman did, on the 7th day of March, 1838, convey the said property in fee simple to the African Methodist Bethel Society or Church, otherwise called the African Methodist Bethel Church of Baltimore City, a body corporate, by Deed of May 7th, 1838, and recorded among the Land Records of Baltimore City in Liber T. K., No. 279. Folio 65. Geo. W. F. McMechen It is presumed that our father's rented from the said William Carman for about eight years before they attempted to buy. Thus for 98 years the members of Bethel owned and worshipped there; and 101 years in all they worshipped on that sacred spot of ground; and during this period of Church activity it has stood as an open door of knowledge to our people. Bishop Daniel A. Payne in his "Recollections" says that in 1856 he "Organized the first mental and moral improvement society, in Bethel Church." Out of this organization for mental and moral improvement came some of our most useful factors in civic, moral, and religious life. As we note its ups and downs during its long struggles for an existence thru the dark period of its life in American History and even since the dawn of racial freedom; we can but acknowledge our unfeigned gratitude to her for the magnificent service rendered the race and the world. From its ranks have gone the first missionaries south in search of our long neglected people; among whom were A. W. Wayman, Daniel A Payne, James A. Handy, T. G. Steward and James H. A. Johnson. The only survivor of this illustrious group, is the distinguished Dr. T. G. Steward. In 1847 Bethel A. M. E. Church though holding the value of Ebenezer Church property at $1000 but at Rev. Daniel A. Payne's, (who in 1854 became Bishop of the A. M. E. Church,) suggestion the officers and members agreed to turn the property over to that little body of worshippers for the small sum of $10.00. In 1855 Bethel Church under the pastorate of Rev. A. W. Wayman, (who in 1864, became Bishop,) St. John's A. M. E. Church was purchased. In 1858, Bethel Church under the pastoral care of Rev. John M. Brown, D. D., (who in 1864 became Bishop) purchased Waters' Chapel on Spring street. In 1881 Trinity A. M. E. Church was purchased by Bethel A. M. E. Church, under the supervision of Rev. L. J. Coppin, D. D., who is now our Episcopal Head. Under the administration of the late Bishop J. A. Handy, D. D., Payne Memorial Church was purchased. Bethel Church making the first payment of $500.00 and not many years thereafter following the first payment with $1400.00 loan to save her from financial disolution. In 1902, Bethel under the distinguished Dr. John Hurst, now Bishop of the Eleventh Episcopal District, the Old Folk's Home was purchased. A more needy and deserving deal was never consumed by this great Church, so replete with deeds of benevolence. She has not only planted numerous churches, but supplied large hearted laymen and women, Ministers and means to nourish their growth. Bethel has made mistakes at times but her greatness of heart and noble deeds: far outweigh her mistakes. In these latter days having exhausted much of her strength from time to time in striving to sustain the new life of her loins; she finds herself in this her pivotal stroke to enlarge her opportunities for even greater religious endeavors; needing succor. Let every loyal African Methodist lend sympathetic cooperation and financial aid to the end that this great operative building of God, may be allowed to continue her God-given service of mind, heart, and soul-reformation. Indeed it seems to me that if we would be grateful, the lessons of the past and the great inspiration that lingers should be sufficient to quicken our impulses to concerted action and most generously respond to her needs. When Bethel first changed its place of worship from Saratoga street, to Druid Hill avenue and Lanvale street, January 8, 1911 the religious forces of the city, irrespective of denominational proclivis rallied to her assistance. And today a grateful membership is still revering the memory of those noble churches, which were led by a still noble Ministry, to lay upon her alter, their unselfish devotion and liberal contributions to aid and inspire. But realizing the need of their further expressions of good will and helpfulness, I am therefore writing to solicit a methodical, interdominational City-wide plan of cooperation. We believe that Bethel is deserving of your aid; most assuredly for Bethel's past history already cited and many other far reaching labors of love which may be rightly attributed to the credit of our Mother Church of the South such as the feeding, clothing, sheltering the needy, defending the rights of the race, administering to the sick and in many instances burying the impoverished dead: as well as inspiring new hope in the hearts of thousands of our youth: starting them out on the right way of living here and preparing them for the greater life beyond. These we think merit not alone the unstinted support of the, entire church in her present struggle, but the most cordial cooperative helpfulness of the religious and civic bodies of this city and state. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER We are exceedingly grateful to the connection for the liberal encouragement already given and pray for her continued fostering care, believing that every expression of love placed at her disposal, will in the future yield an hundred fold, for the betterment of humanity and the glory of God. D. G. HILL, P. E., Baltimore District. BERKLEY WAFTINGS Berkley, Md., January 14.—Dr. F.L. Hertzfield preached at Hosanna A. M. E. Church Sunday morning and Sunday night. He also addressed the Sunday school in the afternoon. Mrs. Cora Boyer, of Baltimore, has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. James T. Parker. Miss Jessie Johnson spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. James T. Parker and Miss Rebecca Parker. REV. WORTHAM RESIGNS Annapolis, Md., January 14. Dr. S. S. Wormley for the past two years pastor of the First Baptist Church has tendered his resignation to the regret of the best members of the church and the citizens of Annapolis. The church has not yet met to consider it. Next week a citizens testimonial meeting will be held at the Ashbury M.E. Church Dr. E. S. Williams pastor, in honor of Dr. Wormley and appreciation of the noble work in the church; and his influence for good in the community. Dr. Williams and Dr. Wortham are leading spirits in the meeting. CATONSVILLE HAPPENINGS (8sepcial to The Afro-American Ledger.) Catonsville, Md., January 14.—The Trustees and Ushers of Grace A M. E. Church are busy making elaborate preparations for men's day to be held Sunday, January 24. A part of the public school began Monday in the pool room over Mr. William's store, although against the will of all the residents. A latter has been written to the county commissioners by the Business Club showing their disapproval of the move. Mrs. Samuel Thomas, who has been sick for one month is rapidly recovering. Mrs. Clara Smith tendered her husband a birthday party Tuesday night. The evening was spent in playing games. Mrs. Elizabeth Curry, who for a number of years lived on the corner of Winters and Fusting avenues, has moved out on Winters avenue extended. Mr. John Tasker, widely known in Catonsville, and brother of Mrs. Annie Robinson, was buried last Sunday in Philadelphia. Mrs. Josephine Matthews was entertained at dinner by her daughter, Mrs. Mary E. Robinson, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hawkins and Mr. and Mrs. George Scott, of Dolphin street, Baltimore, visited Mrs. Samuel Ebbs, Sunday. Mrs. Hawkins and Scott are the daughters of Mrs. Ebbs. Miss Mary Matthews was tendered a reception Wednesday night last by Mrs. Grace Simms. Miss Matthews left last week for Great Barrington, Mass., where she will spend the summer. Mr. and Mrs. George Handy, of 1511 E. Fairmount avenue, Baltimore, spent Saturday and Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Hannah Matthews. Margaret, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Lucas, of Baltimore, was christened Sunday morning by Rev. Murray. Mrs. D. G. Hill visited the Allen League and organized a temperance society among the women. Mrs. Murray was elected president. ANNAPOLIS NOTES special to the Afro-American Ledges.] Annapolis, Md., Jan., 13—Mr. Harry Dixon, of Baltimore, was the guest of his brother, Mr. William Bulay, of 65 Calvert street last week. The brothers have not met before for fifteen years. Mrs. Edward Scott was called to her home in Washington to attend the funeral of her cousin, Miss Viola Day. Mrs. Laura A. Bulay is confined to her home on Calvert street, with the grip. Mr. James Offer, who was called to this city to attend the funeral of his aunt, Mrs. E. Brown, has returned to his home in Cleveland. The funeral took place from St. Philips P. E. Church of which the deceased was a member. SUNDAY SCHOOL. SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson III.—First Quarter, For Jan. 17, 1915. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES: Toxt of the Lesson, Judg. vi., 11-16, 33-40—Memory Verses, 14-16—Golden Text, Ps. Ixv, 4—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. I often read what I copied from one of Dr. Andrew Murray's Bibles in his study in Wellington, South Africa, in August, 1898: "The central thought of this book is God. Its one object is to reveal God—His glory, His will, His love. In reading it our chief desire ought to be to know God." I am reminded of this as I read carefully our lesson chapter and note in these forty verses some name of the Deity forty-four times (LORD or GOD, 27; God, 7; Lord, 2; Spirit, 1; Angel, 7). Thus the sin of Israel drums forth the love and grace of God and this time in connection with a great deliverance through a seemingly very weak man called Gldcon. The chapter opens with the oft repeated saying, "The children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord." This led to great oppression by the Midianites for seven years. Then they cried unto the Lord in their trouble, and He saved them out of their distresses (verses 1, 6; Ps. evil, 6, 13, 10, 28). In our lesson verses, 7-10, He reminded them by a prophet of how He had brought them out of Egypt and planted them in this good land, warning them against any fellowship with the people of the land, but they disobeyed His voice (chapter ii, 1, 2). He calls us still to separation from this evil age into Himself, but the god of this age, the devil, who also ruled the inhabitants of the land He gave to Israel, is still blinding and deceiving the people of God and running the so called church for his own ends, and those who are willing to see Jesus only and follow Him fully are comparatively few. Since Adam sinned God has been patiently and persistently seeking man, and mankind has been as persistently, under the power of the devil, turning away from God. God has myriads of angels who delight to do His will, but He never had but one man wholly and utterly at His disposal and under His control. Many redeemed men and women have been in greater or less degree yielded to Him, but none absolutely except the Son of Mary, the Son of God, the Lord Jesus Christ. We have already read in this book of Judges of His selection of Othuiel, Ehud, Shangar, Deborah and Barak, and now His choice falls upon Gideon of the tribe of Manasseh, whom He visits in person and talks with him as a man with his friend. These appearances of God in human form before He came as the Son of Mary are some of the most fascinating as well as the most profitable of Bible studies. In each instance it is the Son of God whom we see, whose goings forth have been from of old, from the days of eternity (Mic. v, 2, margin), for "no man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son * * * hath dechired Him" (John 1, 15). The glory of God can be seen only in Christ (II Cor. iv, 6). We are more likely to have special manifestations of God when about our ordinary work rather than when we go aside to seek such. Glideon was thrashing wheat (verse 11); Moses was keeping sheep, as were also the Bettlehem shepherds; Elisha was in the field plowing; Zacharias was ministering as usual, and Mary of Nazareth was probably about her household duties. How beautiful and wonderful the words from the Lord to Glideon: "The Lord is with thee. Go in this thy might, have not I sent thee. Surely I will be with thee." Gideon's seizing unwillingness and probably his conscious unworthiness (verse 15) remind us of Moses and Jeremiah (Ex. iii. 11; iv. 10; Jer. 1, 6) and show us the Lord's difficulty in finding willing instruments. The Lord's encouragements to these three and to others were written for us that we may not hold back as they did. It is never a question of what we are or can do, but only and always, Who is He, and what can He do? The incident of verses 17-24, the Lord tarrying while Gideon prepared the kid and the unleavened cakes, reminds us of the Lord and the two angels waiting for Abraham and Sarah's preparation, but in that case they ate the food; in this it was consumed by fire, while in the incident of Manoah, the father of Samson, the angel of the Lord ascended in the flame which consumed the offering (Gen. xviii, S; Judg. vl, 6-21; xiii. 19, 20). Gideon's readiness when encouraged by this sign is seen in his fearless destruction of his father's altar to Baal. It is refreshing to see Joash stand with his son in this matter and to hear him say concerning Baal, "If he be a god let him plead for himself" (verses 25 to 32). If we would be used of God we must break with all idolatry and serve only the living and true God. There must be no conformity unto or compromise with the world lying in the wicked one. As the spirit of the Lord clothed Himself with Gideon (verse 34, margin), so He will use us if we are whole hearted. The three signs granted to Gideon, the two of the fleece (36-40) and the one of the offering, romind us of the three signs granted to Moses (Ex. iv. 1-9). Our one only sign is the crucified and risen Christ (Gal. vl. 14). To the Friends and Patrons of the late ALEX. HEMSLEY Funeral Director 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. FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Funerals from $75.00 Up 'Phone Mt Vernon 2578 C. and P. Phone, Madison 692 GEO. H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alex- ander 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. ...JOHN H. TO 142 W. HILL 3 THE UP-TO-DATE U Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and He can furnish you carriages for Funerals at rate, from his own stables at the most re come to see him, JOHN H. TOADVIN. 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKEN fish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for with you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties own stables at the most reasonable rates. come to see him, just call. South 396-Y. 142 W. 5138 826 Dr. FELIX B. PYE, Sr. Mulberry St. Nr. C. FUNERAL DIRECTOR C. & P. PHONE Hes. Not Connected with any card will be offered for the detection ns doing business under the name Felix B. Pye Sr. Phone. Mt. Vernon 3603 H. TOADVIN..... W. HILL STREET, O-DATE UNDERTAKER for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up; uses for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, at the most reasonable rates. You need not me to see him, just call Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, etc., from his own stables at the most reasonable le rates. You need not come to see him, just call. South 422 or South 396-Y. 142 W. Hill Street and Mount Vernon 5138 826 Druid Hill Ave. X B. PYE, Sr. Y St. Nr. Calvert RAL DIRECTOR::: E. & P. PHONE Connected with any other firm offered for the detection of per business under the name of Felix B, Pye Sr. e. Mt. Vernon 3603 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. Vernon No Branches. 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Dip DEALER IN— Provisions, Butter, & Eggs and Poultry... Baltimore, Md. Art A. Elliott Leading Undertaker... ROGERS AVE. Surprious Attendants, Shipping Funeral Fire Carriages for hire for all occasions. Day or Night. A. HUNTER'S or and School of Instructi AVENUE Pohne Mad. 4640-Y For growing prematurely gray, come and see us. Message. Manicuring. Straightening a Specialty Is Open for the above work. Diplom as Awarded Expert Embalming, Courteous Attendants, Shipping Funeral Specialty. Rubber Tire Carriages for hire for all occasions. MME. M. A. HUNTER'S Beautifying Parlor and School of Instructi 1324 DRUID HILL AVENUE Poline Mad. 4640-Y If you are losing your hair or growing prematurely gray, come and see us. Scalp Treatment, Facial Massage, Manicuring. Straightening a Specialty Combings Made Up. My School is Open for the above work. Diplom as Awarded MACHINE Singer Sewing Machines R. H. BUTLER Is ready to supply you with any make of the five types os Singer machines on the small monthly payments of $2.00, $1.50 or even $1.00 if necessary. Without contradiction our terms have been less than anywhere in the city, and this year we are making a better offer. To anyone buying one of our five types Singer Machines making a first payment of $5 00 a new Singer hand machine for the girls absolutely FREE. In regard to machines you should own one. We endeavor to treat every one right a just. If anything from our store does not prove satisfactory, see us first. There will a charges to you. in the city, and this year we are making buying one of our five types Singer Mats of $5.00 a new Singer hand machine for In regard to machines you should own one. We just. If anything from ou store does not prove a charges to you. R. B. BUTLER, 1211 ORUILD The Best Equipped Repair Shop Uptown Judicious ADVERTISING y, and this year we are making a better offer. One of our five types Singer Machines making a fine new Singer hand machine for the girls absolutely to machines you should own one. We endeavor to treat every anything from ou store does not prove satisfactory, see us first, to you. R. H. BUTLER, 1211 DRUID HILL AVENUE equipped Repair Shop Uptown Phone Mad ADVERTISING spells SU we are making a better offer. To anyone types Singer Machines making a first payment and machine for the girls absolutely FREE. Should own one. We endeavor to treat every one right a store does not prove satisfactory, see us first. There will ER. 1211 ORUID HILL AVENUE Shop Uptown Phone Madison 4984-Y RTISING spells SUCCESS Judicious ADVERTISING spellIs SUCCESS [Picture of a man with a mustache and a suit]. 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. : Happenings In the State of Maryland: EASTON JOTTINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Easton, Md., Jan. 14.—Mr. Wm. Webb of S. Higgins street is very much improved. much improved There was a successful rally held at Bethel A. M. E. Church last Sunday, between Mrs. Gates and Mrs. Estella Cooper. Mrs. Mary Cole, of S. Hanson street, will leave Sunday for a short trip to Baltimore. A revival is going on at the M. E. Church on Higgins street. E. Church on Hwy. 11 Mrs. Mary Johnson of West street, has opened a restaurant. Mrs. Roberts, of South street is visiting her daughter in Cambridge. Mr. Royal Hall, of Hammontown, was here last week visiting his mother. Mrs. Susan Miller died at her residence on Friday, and was buried on Monday. CRISFIELD NOTES [Special to The Afro-American Ladys. Crisfield, January 14.—Splendid revivals are being conducted in all of the churches and much good is being accomplished. At the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Albert Atkinson, of Kingston, conducted the services on Tuesday evening, and on Friday night the pulpit was filled by George Marshall, of Pocomoke City. Evangelistic meetings were conducted at Shiloh M. E. Church by H. T. McBride on Sunday evening with much success. Rev. J. S. Collins is visiting his family. Mr. Leon Collins is improving slowly, from a long illness. POCOMOKE BRIEFS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Pocomoke City, Md., Jan. 14. Rev. J. W. Dond, D. D., of Mt. Lion M. E. Church was in Fairmount, Md., and preached for Rev. I. D. Pitts in the morning and the Rev. W. A. T. Miles on last Sunday. The Rev. John S. Collins left for his home in Crisfield on Monday morning. Prof. Stephen H. Long left for the upper part of the county visiting the public schools this week. Mrs. Daisy Archer of Stockton, Md., was on a shopping expedition Tuesday. Mr. Raymond Gunby has been housed for the past few days. Mrs. Hettie Marshall died at her home on last Monday night of La Grippe. Miss Vivian Wharton is visiting her sister, Mrs. Downing at Wattsville, Va. Mr. William Wharton left Saturday for Crisfield, where he is engaged in the oyster industry. Mr. Parker Lee Allen, of Philadelphia, is here on a visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Allen. Miss Katie Toran is on the road to recovery after having a very serious spell. Mr. George Lane and Miss Ethel Waters were united in marriage last Tuesday evening. Mr. Glanson Waters and Miss Sally Long, of Greenwood, Md., were married Tuesday night. Rev. T. E. Randall performed the ceremony. HAGERSTGWN HAPPENINGS [Special to The Afro-American Ledger] Hagerstown, Md., January 14.—One of the greatest Evangelistic Revival meetings Hagerstown ever witnessed is now in progress. The Ministerial Alliance of this city is holding union meetings and will spend a week in each church. Sinners are being converted each night and the alters are crowded with seekers many of whom were never known to attend any church. Rev. F. T. M. Webster, one of the presiding elders of the Philadelphia conference A. M. E. Church occupied the pulpit at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church last Sunday night. Dr. Webster is a powerful preacher. Miss Mary Gray of Baltimore, visited her parents here last week Mrs. Hattie Newman and Mr. Eligha Freeman, teachers in the public school here attended the convention of state teachers held in Baltimore several weeks ago. Mr. Brazila Johnson and family suffered a terrible loss by fire last Saturday which completely destroyed their home on Bloom avenue. They were compelled to jump from the second story window to escape with their lives. Mr. Johnson was severely burned and is now in a serious condition. He is attended by Dr. A. B. Wilson. All their clothing and household goods were destroyed NEWS FROM PRINCESS ANNE Special to The Afro-American Ledger. Princess Anne, Md., Jan. 14.—Princess Anne Charge is alive and every department of the church is working harmoniously with the pastor. Rev. W.A.T. Miles, pastor of St. Andrew's Church at Fairmount, Md., preached to a crowded house Sunday. Dr. J. U. King is able to attend the services after having been operated upon for throat trouble. The Emancipation Celebration Parade held at Eastville. Va., January 1st, was led by the Princess Anne Cornet Band. Dr. J. U. King was the orator of the day and delivered a masterful address. Mr. Orie Tyler's house and furniture were destroyed by fire during the Christmas holidays. Mr. Tyler is headwaiter at the Washington Hotel and a member of the band. The new dormitory for girls at Princess Anne Academy is nearing completion. The building will cost about $8000. Mrs Joseph Waters and daughter have returned home after spending sometime with her mother in Allen, Md. Miss Eliza Dennis has returned home from Philadelphia to spend the winter with her mother, Mrs. Eliza Dennis on Main street. PHOENIX ITEMS Special to Afro-American Ledger Phoenix, Md., January 14.—A nicely arranged tea was given on Tuesday evening, December 29, by Miss Mamye Chatman in the honor of her brother and sister, Mr. and Mrs. B. Avon Chatman of Princeton, N. J. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Chatman and family, Mr. and Mrs. William Hall of Princeton, N. J.; Mrs. Greval Hall, Misses Elizabeth and Lillian Hall, Messrs. George Chatman, Albert Hall, John and Ernest Cromwell and Raymond Johnson. NEWS FROM FREDERICK Frederick, Md., January 14.—Rev. Gassaway and Mrs. Harris, who have been on the sick list are able to be out again. Frederick county has an enrollment of 1069 children in the colored schools. Of this number, 310 are in the Frederick City schools. The following officers were elected at the meeting of the teachers of Quinn A. M. E. Sunday School on last Thursday: John W. Brunner, superintendent; M. P. Butler, assistant; Elsie Truman, secretary; Edith Snowden, assistant; Ida Wilson, treasurer; J. W. Brunner, pianist; Robert Onley, chorister; Mrs. M. J. Bryant, assistant; Leonard Butler, librarian. The A. C. E. League held an interesting meeting last Sunday. The Junior Choir, under the leadership of Mrs. M. J. Bryant, is quite on addition to the league. Cards are out for a Mock Leap Year Reception by the choir of Quinn A M. E. Church. Mr. John Bowie, W. Allsaint street, fell and broke his arm. He is slightly improved. Mr. Martin Swann is very much under weather. Mr. Edward Walker spent Tuesday in Hagerstown on society business. The Bartonsville Band gave a dance at Nazarite Hall. Tuesday night. Mr. Samuel Jenkins has opened a restaurant adjourning his pool room. The Emancipation Association will hold its first meeting Friday night at headquarters on W. Allsaint street. Mrs. Elizabeth Maddox Bentley, who has been spending some time at Hagerstown, Md., and Shenandoah City, Va., has returned. LONG GREEN HAPPENINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Long Green, Md., Jan. 14.—Rev. Brown preached Sunday morning at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church and received 15 nrobationers in the church as full members. Miss Maggie Gwynn, who teaches school in Howard county, visited her mother and worshipped at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church on Sunday as did also Mrs. Rachel Frazier, of Towson. Mr and Mrs. John H. Cromwell, of Baldwin, gave a tea in honor of Mr. and Mrs. B. Avon Chatman of Princeton N. J., on Saturday evening. Among the guests were the latter's mother, Mrs. John Whye and Mrs. Josephine Ogle, of Baltimore. An enjoyable evening was spent. Mr. John F. Cromwell, Jr., has returned to his school after spending a pleasant vacation. Miss Mable Ward, of Crisfield, has returned to her home after a delightful visit to Miss Mamye Chatman. Mr. and Mrs. B. Avon Chatman have returned to Princeton after a delightful visit to their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Chatman of Phoenix, Md., and Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, of Glencoe, Md. Master Evertt Chatman is somewhat improved. Mr. and Mrs. John Proctor of Sherwood gave a supper in honor of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Leeves, of Warren who were married one year. Miss Blanch Hughes entertained a number of her friends at her home last week. Mr. John Edwards; Mr. James Hawkins, and Mrs. Maria Gassoway are on the sick list. SNOW HILL ITEMS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Snow Hill, Md., January 14. Mrs. Adel Robins has gone to Philadelphia to spend the winter. Master Reuben Jones, who has been taking a treatment at the Sanitarium at Salisbury, came home Tuesday much improved. Mrs. Queen Henry and Mrs. Leah Purnell spent Saturday and Sunday visiting friends in Berlin and Synepuxent Prof. S. H. Long, supervisor of the colored schools, spent two days here giving instructions in annual training which is very helpful to both the teachers and pupils. Mrs. Georgia Harman, and Miss Pauline Bishop, both of New York City are home visiting parents and friends. DENTON ITEMS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Denton, Md., January 14.—Rev. Robert E. Ford, presiding elder of the Easton District, held his 3rd quarterly conference at Union Bethel A. M. E. Church on last Saturday night. He was highly pleased with the reports. The financial reports were excellent. Bro. George W. Bailey who has been secretary of the church for 47 years, said he had served under every pastor of the church and this is the first year that the pastor was paid up at the first, second and third quarters. C. H. Lewis, the preachers' steward indorsed what the secretary said and praised the elder and Bishop Coppin for sending Rev. Fitchett to the charge. The amount raised during the three quarters was $1137.34. The union revival is still in progress under the leadership of Revs. Fitchett and Johnson. Revs. C. R. Bailey and E.T. Addison of Centreville and Winchester, Md., attended the services at Bethel A. M. E. Church on last Thursday night. On last Monday night Rev. J. E. A. Johnson, of the Centreville District preached at the revival services to an overflowing congregation. John Wesley M.E. Sunday school and Bethel Sunday school joined in prayer and testimony services on last Sunday evening. The two leagues of the two churches also worked together. Rev. J. E. A. Johns held his 4th quarterly conference at John Wesley M. E. Church on last Monday afternoon at which time the supervisor of the schools of the county, Miss L. T. Kennard entertained him at the school building with a sumptous repast. TRAPPE ITEMS Special to the Afro-American League Trappe, Md., January 14—Rev. Wm. Hayman of Cardova. Md., preached an educational sermon Sunday morning and also preached to the Methodist Brotherhood at night. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Cooper were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Potts Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Isaiah Fountain, Miss Ella Smith and Mr. Walter Scott were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hawkins last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Camper were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Landmon Sunday. Master O. Smith is spending sometime with his aunt, Mrs. Florence Hawkins. Mr. Percy Smith has returned to his home after spending a week as the guest of his mother, Mrs. Irene Smith. Mrs. Hattie Jackson and daughter were the guests of her aunt Mrs. John Wilson, Sunday. Afro-American Business Directory W. A. Jones' Tonsorial Parlor Successor to.W. H. Moss ...1423 Pennsylvania 'Avenue.. Professional Buff Hair Cutter Children's Hair Cutting C. & P. Phone FRANK A. SIMMONS House Painter 1932 DRUID HILL AVENUE GEO. F. BLACKISTONE 1216 PENNA AVENUE Opp. N. W. 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Walker, pastor of the Baptist ‘Tabernacle Church, ef Augusta, Ga., has put fortha magnificant paper on ‘The Negro Church as a Medium for Race Ex- pression.’’ It is thoroughly good. But it is bis criticism which sspecially. interest us. We are -douviy glad that such sound and judicious criticism comes from Dr. Walker, because every one knows that he is so true to his race, and is one of the leading Negro Baptist ministers of this country. We hope, therefore, that what he says may sink deep down into the hearts ‘of ali our peolpe. Our best friends are those who tell us the naked truth with a view of such reformation as will construct and not destroy. Suen is eminently true of Dr. Watker in the extract which follows: “or one thing, colored church members must be taught to go church on time and the ministers must be taught to begin their ser- vices un time. ‘Today it is the rule Tot the exception, that where the service is announced for 11a. m. or 8 0, m., it will be 11:30 or 8:30 betore the service begins. This is “a glaring fault and needs to be cor- rected, And then the Negro must be taught better and truer ideas of conversion, He must be taught that emotionalism, whatever part it may play {n religion, eannet be substituted for genuine piety. In the third place, the Negro must be taught a greater reverence for the House of: God itself and for the service of: the Most High. For a fourth thing, the Negroes must be taught to conduct their cfure col. lecsivns differéntly. In the average Nexro Cauren it takes a half hour following the sermon to ‘‘lift the eoilection’’ ss we are in the habit ot suging. This is fundamentally weeug, and should be corrected apeedily, - In the matter just com- piaived of, the Negro Church as z medium of expression proves thal th: Negro is lacking ina due regarc fo. time and. that there is vas re.m for improvement in the Nezro’s conceptions of the Christiat rejix'gn and “in his methods o} ehu:ch work and worship. : (Tne Negro Church has done. wel saemanstrably well. It will do great deal better’ when it ceases ti Sbe:ths Genter of the Negro’s social <intvileetual, ‘business and ‘religiou <life-acd become only. what it shoulc be;.namely,the center of moral and spiritual growth and development.”? Every word of what’ Dr. Walker says is true. Dr. Walker isa black man, and a Baptist preacher. He ought: to know, and he does know. Let all our churches honestly try to put into practice his most ad- mirable advice.’ In so doing, we shall give the Holy Spirit the very best opportunity for His formative and creative work within the hearts and lives of our people. What we need to learn is the spirit obedience. He has pointed ‘out the Right Way, let us walk in it. And such is the solution of that part of the problem. The first of the year is a good time to make a new start, and to use new methods, Let us be wise. —— JIEWS AND NEGROES The world-wide movement which Jews and others have launched in New York city to bring about the emancipation of the Hebress from prejudicial conditions obtaining against them in some countries is something that’ ought to appeal to the 10,000,000 colored people of this country, whose plight, especial- ly‘in tne South, bears resemblance to those of the Jew. The long suffering Jews of Russia, those of Poland and other countries are anxiously awaiting the day when they will not be look- ed upon by other men and they and their brethren aod sympathizers will make an .ppeal for the right- ing of the wrongs inflicted upon them as soon as the European war is ended. 600,000 Jews, forgetting in their spirit of patriotism the wrongs that they have long suffered at the handa of the Gentiles of their re- spective countries, have either en- listed in the armies of the Allies or with thy.German3. Though #€ is a tong way from the Middle Ages when Jews were inhumanly treated and that race has made remarkable progress in all liner of endeavor, yet there are those who still scoff at them. The Negro, like the Jews, Japanese and Chinese, must contend in the forum of public opinion tor precisely the same consideration that other races are contending for. If American Gentiles champion the cause of the oppressed of other races, the colored man must not lose sight of the fact that efforts should be made to see that the game public-spirited Americans should speak out for the benighted in this country as charity begins at home.. Oswald Garrison Villard, that in- cescant champion of the cause cf human rights, in an atmirable re- view of various books on the race question published in fast Satur- day’s New York Evening Post, cays of the attitude of the President and Congress toward the Negro: “Washington is content either to approach the subject from the un- blushing standpoint of prejudice, as illustrated by the scarcely check- ed effort to segregate the colored employs in the federal departments and by the diatribes of the pro- fessional Negrophobes or to ignore it; while our federal courts have been as adept in dodging questions involving fundamental civic rights as our popular mind is blind to the flat and defiant Southern violation of the Constitution,”” Discriminations against the Negro are seemingly growing, as was.evidenced only last Saturday, when Republican and Democratic members of the United States Senate voted for an amendment to the Immigration bill barring immi- grants of African descent. Yet if America should ‘be embroiled in the European conflict the disfran- chised colored citizens of this country would be expected to join the army. Discriminations must be fought and equality before the law con- tended for,and though the. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is working to- ward that end, the great mass of Colored people must be aroused to the iniquities heaped upon us and race leaders must not be allowed to temporize with anythiog that makes [te Negro less than any other class of American citizens. Thorney G. Marshall, whose sud- den death Sunday shocked Balti- moreans, was 8 good citizen in every sense of the word. He was very successful . in business and his career in trade should inspire those who believe that racial enterprises merit the support of the thousands of colored people kere. That he planned for the future is indicated by the announcement made in another coiumn’ that: his family in- tends continuing his businese. May ° Marshall spirit grow. | “We-extend a cordial welcome to S. -S. Booker, the- new general sie of the Y. M. CG. A. and hope he will receive the support he deserves. “THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER $e YOUNGSTERS MAY LAUNCH NEW CHARITY MOV: RESPOND 10 GALL) run-out aaron — more, published in last: week Spirit of Self Denial Shown Whea eipiag. slong Ph These Children Hear of the being doze by the Federatec . 2 ties for the needy of all ra Plight of Widow and Her not meet with the financial r ‘ we had hoped for, but it has k Children. far-reaching renilts in 1 About fifteen or twenty ‘‘live- wire” youngsters, members of the Self-Denial Club, invaded the office of the Afro-American Ledger on last Saturday afternoon and literally took charge of the entire shop while they were there. This club was formed a few Sundays ago at the residence of Mrs, George W. F. MeMechen, for the purpose of doing something to aid in the appeal which the Afro-American Ledger had sent ont in behalf of a poor mother and her three children, The children voluoteered to give one penny for each year they had lived and they gave it with a cheerfulness and good-will that has certainly not characterized those older and more able to help. After stopping at the office of the clerk long enough to deposit their self-denial offering, they were shown through the establishment and they evinced a lively interest in everything that was going on. The ‘‘kids’’ made the visit under the chaperonage of Mrs. McMechen, Here are the names and the amounts they con- tributed and were instrumental in collecting - James Tolvon $.50 ‘Blanche Calloway 12 Beulah Kvans 13 Lorraine Wallace 14 Addie Grinnage 13 Alfred V. Moore +08 James J. Smith +25 “Mildred MeMechen 13 Edith MeMechen 110 John Rieh, Jr. ‘25 ‘Clementine Murphy 25 | Margaret Lynch 05 “A friend 225 ‘S. B, Hughes, Jr. 25, Helen Rhetta 225 ‘Avarilla Rhetca 25 The Foote Brothers al George Barrett 14 A friend .10 A friend 25 Myrtle Press -10 | Eugene Collins 2B Lilly May Mills 15 Irving Lockerman +15 Ralph Lockerman me Joho Grinnage 12 Bernice Calloway 10 Georgia McMechen 02 Katherine McMechen 05 Total $4.16 Mrs. P. S. Henry 1.00 Widow’s Mite 3d Mrs W. f&. Debardeleben 1,25 Bessie Young 225 Previavsly reported 20.50 re reported $27.51 $12 of this amount was sent to the Fed- ‘erated Charities January 14, 1915 Afro-American Co, Mr. J. H. Murphy, Mgr. 628 N. Eutaw atreet, City. Gentlemen :— I beg to acknowledge receipt of your check for $27.51, covering subscriptions received by you for the needy family for whom you have beea making an appeal in your columns in behalf of the Federated Charities. { enclose our official receipt for this contribution and beg you to cenvey our thanke to those of your readers who have aided us in caring for this un- fortunate family. At the same time, I desire to ex- press to the Afro-American Ledger our appreciation of their cordial cooperation in putting our work before the colored people of Balti- more, This organization exists for all who have need of its services, irrespective of race or creed, We cannot fulfill our function properly without the support of the entire community. We are grateful for the valuable help you are giving us in getting isto touch with the members of the African race. . Very truly yours, Lawrason Riggs, president. QUARTERLY CONFERENCE . | The fourth quarterly conference of Ames Memorial M. E. Church, Carey and Baker streets was held Wednesday, Rev. D, W. Hays,dis- trict superintendent, presiding. The reports of the different de- partments showed steady progress. The pastor, Rev. A. J. Mitchell was given a unanimous invitation to return. ———_— ANNOUNCEMENT ‘The Executive Committee of the Sunday Schools of ‘the Baltimore District A.M.E. Church announces ite First At Home Trinity Church Friday, January 29,1915, 8 to 10:30 p.m. Cards 15 cent. MAY LAUNCH NEW CHARITY MOVEMENT * The" call to our people in Balti- more, published in last week's issue of this paper to do their share in helping along the splendid work being done by the Federated Chari- ties for the needy of all races did not meet with the financial response we had hoped for, but it has brought far-reaching results in another direction of greater promise than mere financial support. Stirred by a presentation of the duty of our people to share in this big community undertaking,several influential men and women are now organized in launching a move- ment to interest the members of our race in the work of the Federated Charities. They are not yet ready to make public announce- ment of their plans,but it has been settled that the movement will take the form of addresses before churches,clubs and other organiza- tions on :nodern methods of deal- ing with poverty,as exemplified in the Federated Charities organiza- tion. Special emphases will be laid on the up-to-date principle of aim- ing at self-support for those in need as the ultimate goal of sound relief work, This involves the old question of “salaries’’’and it will be shown how it is through the expert work of its trained staff,and not through merely giving out food and money, that the por can he “helped out of their poverty,’’ to quote the official motto of the Federated Charities. A circular letter will shortly be mailed to the pastors of our churches throughout the city offering to send volunteer Federated Charities’ workers of both races to talk before their congregations. They will also be asked to distribute the new. charity organization newspaper to their parishioners. ‘The committee urges anyone be- longing to a club or other group that might be interested in a talk on this topie to communicate at once with Frederick A. Blossom, business manager of the Federated Charities, 16 St. Paut street, and ask to have a speaker assigned to their organization. Now let’s get back of this move- ment and as ‘‘Billy’’ Sunday would say put it over the line with a rush! LABGR LEADER AT STHOGLMASTERS CLUB One of the potent factors at work in the community is the Schoolmasters’ Club, the reason for the existence of which is found in the following extract: ‘The objects of the Club shall be to unite the male teachers and officials of the schools of Baltimore into closer sympathy, to encourage professional growth among them, and to study the sozial and economic phases of education as they affect the com- menity.’” At its last meeting, held last Priday evening in the new Pythian Building, McCulloh aod Preston jatreets, the club was addressed by Mr. John R. Neal, secretary of the American Federation of Labor, whose theme was ‘‘Citizenship.’” Organized labor as a social force functioning into all phases of economic conditions, was ably dis- cussed by Secretary Neal. The officers of the club are D. 0. W. Holmes, vice principal Colored High School, president; William Anderson, principal School No. 11, vice president; J. Clarence Chambers, instructor manual train- ing, Colored High School, vice president; George A. Owens, princi- pal School No. 106, secretary; Levi ¥. Moore, instructor Woodwork, Colored High School, treasurer; M. A. Hawkins, G, B. Murphy, 4H. . Pratt, D. A. Brooks,W. H. Lee, R. Reckling, T. F. Jones, R. V. Cook and J. W. Woodhouse form the executive committee. SMOKY CITY NOTES Pittsburgh, Pa., Jap. 14.—Mr. L, Fisher of Washington, was in the city Sunday visiting friends, aa was also Mr. F. Lucas, who returned Monday to resume his studies in the medical department of Howard University. Mr, und Mrs. John Nicholson, of 9 Bloomer street, gave @ birthday party on Wednesday in honor of their daughter, iss Dorothy. They were hosts to Mr. Robert Wilson, of Baltimore, at dinner on Sunday. Mrs. Peter Pearle, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Sarah D. Reid, of Orange, Va. Mrs.. Nellie Lee, is visiting her parents in Baltimore. | One of the most brilliant recep- tions of the week was that in honor of. Miss Mae Robinson, of Clarks- burg,W. Va., by Mra. H. H. Hen- dergon and Miss Jessie Jackscn) Mrs. Fannie Simms, of Wylie avenue gave a surprise party at her residence on Monday evening, ix honor of Mrs. ‘rene Thompson. UL UNEU Ga eae By SPORTSMAN” The Editor haa received thi following communications from the Dunber. A, A. respectively, January 14, 191 The Sporting Editor My vear Sir:— The Dunbar Athletic Association hereby claim. the basketball cham- pionship of the city of Baltimore and in support of its claim here- with challenges and basketball team of this city for a game or eeries of games. Members of the team: Bernard Webb, Walter Webb, Milton Dorsey, William Wilsoo, Thaddeus Green and James Bantum, eaptain. “Thanking your valuable paper for its past support, and hoping for a great athletic awakening in our city, we beg to remain, Very sincerely yours, Dunbar Athletic Association The Young Dunbar writes 2 similar letter_claiming the Junior Championship with a weight of 125 Ibs, average. Members of the team are Bernard Christmas, George Howard Chauncey Brooks, Laurie Butler, Charles Montague, Wilton Dyer,aod Daniel Haywoou, captain. These boys also challenge. While we cannot say for a cer- tainty that. the claimants for the two titles have earned their right to them, yet we insist that they have a perfect privilege to con- sider themselves champions until someone defies their challange, and takes away their right to the claim. We also fee! that both teams will be able te successfully defend their defi, The official echedule of the St. Mary's basketball team fo!lows: January 22, Morgan College, Balti- more;January 29 Armstroog Manual Training School, Washington; Feb. 5, M street High School, Washing- ton, All of the above games will be played at the Parrish House cage in this city. On the 12th of February they will go to Philadel. phia for a game with St. Peter Clavers boys, and will later stop over in Washington for a game with M Street High School. Both the High School and Dun: bar teams are practicing hard fo: their game at the Armory next Tuesday, and will doubtless be in 4irst-class trim when they tace eact other. As this is the first meeting of these two teams, that is of the members-of the teams, an interest. ing and fast game is promised. Dunbar is developing a fast and sure forward, and will probably spring him on the High School bays at an unlooked for moment, A protest from the citizens o! Kenosha, Wis., has prevented San McVey and Sam Langford from meeting in a scheduled 10 rounc bout in that city. “8 Late advices say that Carranz: will endeavor to stop Jack Johnsor from meeting Jess Willard ir Juarez next month as Villa woul¢ receive too much money fram the receipts of the fight. Be need no! worry about Villa’s share in the proceeds, for we thiok when Jack has gotten his share there’ wil hardly be enough left to make ¢ presentable contribution toa charity institution. The following script from th Washington Star is interesting. The annoucement that Jin Jeffries will help to get Jess Willarc into condition for his fight witl Jack Johnson is rather amusing Jeffries, when he fought Johnson a Reno, was not aware that he was it the ring with a champion, and iti: therefore not likely that he will b able to instruct Willard as to hoy Joe Jeannette, the heavyweight fighter from Hoboken, easily out- pointed Juho Lester Johnson in ten rounds of fighting at the Pioneer Sporting Club Monday. Jeannette when he exerted himself, hit John- son’ when and qhere he pleased. In the last four rounds Johnson was at the receivng end of sundry lefts and rights tc the face and body, several of which shook him up. In the semi-final of ten rounds, Battling Jim Johnson knocked out Fred Jackson in four rounds. eed ‘ . Keep your ear to the ground for ‘the announcement of our big Mar- thon race this y ear BOOSTS & KNOCKS ,;came to the, AlrorAmerican ollicg jon: last Saturday and left nearly $5.00 for. the benefit of that poor |family. exhibited a spirit of un. selfishness no‘ very largely shown by those older felks who are much more able to show it. The Afro-American Ledger car. ried a ‘large advertisement last week for a Charity Ball to be given by the people of Washington for the benefit of the Belgian suffer. era. While we are not at all ad. verse to giving the Belgians all the relief that is possible for us to give, it strikes us in these days, when the ‘‘wolf”” is at the door of a9 many of our own people, right in our own city,that the all-absorbing charity should be the one caculat- ed to help. those nearest to us by every tie that binds men together, The ‘‘Sage of the Potomac’ writing in the Washington Bee, while holding the same view that we have expressed says he will be at the reception ‘‘in body. but not in spirit.’’ It is really too bad that the ‘‘Sage’’ has to be placed in the category of those weaklings, who while having courage to their opinions, have not the stamina te make the impulses of the body sub- servient to those of the gpirit, While reading a calendar issued by one of the leading business men in the city, we noticed that there was printed thereon, several “‘im- perative reasons’’wny the members of the race should support its busi- ness enterprises. Happening to look behind the-calender pad we found that the calendar had bees printed by a white man. Not that- we seriously objected to having the white man print @&é calendar, but the hypocrisy of the individual furnizhing the copy. | Mr. Harry Wilson went after the ‘‘turkey and fox trotters’’ in a lively fashion at the Forum last Sunday afternoon, And not one voice was raised in protest against this assault upon the‘‘terpsichorean art.” — In the very friendliest spirit we would suggest to the various chari- ties whu secure the use of the Old | Fifth Regiment Armory that they get together and plan their dates |so that the affaixs may not come so Jclose together. At present no such plan exists and as a resolt, too often the affairs; come so close together that some who would be inclined to help two charitable organizations are unable to do so beeaure. of the close proximity. | While we are not prepared to sug- gest just how this could be done we are nevertheless sure that a |federation of some sort in this |particular ma'ter would tend to {the benefit of all, Should avy '}suggestion be received by us, we }will be glad to publish the same. Baltimore business men will mourn the death of that intrepid old grocer, T. G, Marshall, who | was perhaps the most prosperous Jin his line of business in the city. 1In his life he exemplified the spirit .| of the ‘gospel of work’’ and could ,|be seen every morning at his post lof duty, together with his children, who were his most valuable asseta, |The ‘‘Marshall family’’ie a shining | example of what ‘“‘push, energy-and UNITY”? can do for the colored man in business, Mr. Marshall’s place will be hard to fill in the | business life of the city, of which he was an intergal part. || ‘The citizens of Druid Hill avenua ‘!are up.in arms because the avenue | is going to: be paved with vitrified ‘| brick instead of sheet asphalt. Not |living on the avenue our arms are 3] still. standing in the corner, | but it *| would seem that even vitrified brick ‘lis an. improvement over cobble- stones. : eet , _ Judging by the way Louis H. Judging by the way Louis H. Davenport is receiving assurances of support, Harry S. Cummings, who has been in the City Council since man’s.memory runs not to the contrary, may have a little rough sledding in April—the month when the ice is supposed to have melted, There are others with their ears to the ground waiting to see if they are desired as can- didates, and genial Robert Young i. one of these waiters for a wires leas call. oad ' The defeat of the anti-Negre clause in the Immigration Dill seems to have inspired the Negro- phobes in Congress, judging by the big majority the House gave the bill prohibiting theBintermarriage of the races in the District of Columbia, There are still some friends of justice for the Negro left, however, BOOSTER KNOCK --- MRS RINGGOLD STUDIES METHOD Miss Laura Thomas and Mrs. Lottie Ringgold have returned home from Toronto, Canada, where they have been visiting the brother of Miss Thomas, who has enlisted in the English army. Mrs. Ringgold spent most of the time studying the curriculum and methods taught in the Canadian Academy of Music, the Toronto Conservatory of Music and the Hamburg Conservatory of Music. These institutions are equipped with some of the best teachers of both hemispheres. BETHEL SUNDAY SCHOOL The officers for Bethel A. M. E. Sunday School were elected as follows: Thaddeus Copeland, superintendent who has been faithful for seventeen years was reelected. He is a great worker of our school. Superintendent, Mr. Thaddeus Copeland; assistant superintendent. Mr. Wm. H. Proctor; treasurer. Mrs. Henrietta Goldsboro; secretary. Miss Laura E. Campbell; assistant secretarv, Mr. Marcellus M. Walker; superintendent home department. Mrs. Rebecca Palmer; superintendent primary department Miss Sarah R. Jackson; assistant superintendent, Miss Bessie Sampson; superintendent cradle roll, Miss Mabel C. Bourne; pianist, Mrs. Annie Nichols; director, Mr. Edward Barnett; assistant director, Dr. O. D. Jones. COURT INSTALLS OFFICERS Sweet Beulah of Allen Court No. 26 of K. of P. had a very interesting meeting on Wednesday night. Sister Rosa Richardson, grand worthy counsellor and her cabinet installed the following officers: worthy counsellor, Sister Rebecca Hall; worthy inspector, Sister Minnie Boyd; worthy inspector, Sister Mary Allen; worthy register of deeds, Sister Elizabeth Wilson; worthy recorder of accounts, Sister Mamie Thomas; worthy receiver of deposit, Sister Tilghman Dyer; senior directress, Sister Josephine Folks; junior directress, Sister Mary Tyler; worthy conductress, Sister Alice Gatch; assistant conductress, Sister Eva Freeman; worthy herald, Sister Fannie Mryes; worthy protector. Sister Rebecca Thomas; worthy escort, Sister Helen Stores; Sister Mary Ruff, past worthy counsellor. MR. AND MRS. SMITH ENTERTAIN Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Smith gave a New Year reception in honor of their guests, Mr. T. Drosey, Masten R. Drosey and Mrs. C. Parker, of Annapolis. The following persons were present: Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Davage, Mr. and Mrs. L. Drosey, Mr. and Mrs. Gray, Miss Lake, Mrs. Moots, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Addison, Mrs. G. Snowden, Mrs. M. Boston and Mr. Hall. ST. JOHN'S CIRCLE INSTALLS St. John Circle No. 3 met on last Wednesday evening at the residence of Mrs. Cornelia Snyder Smith and installed the following named officers for the next ensuing year: Mrs. Hannah M. Dodd, lady regent; Miss Ella Woolford, vice lady regent; Mrs. Emma G. Lloyd, financial lady clerk; Mrs. Mary Roberts, recording lady clerk; Mrs Clary Wright, chaplain; Mrs. Bertha Jolley, treasurer, Mrs. Emma Woolford, conductress; Mr. Kato Jones, advisor. A FASHIONABLE WEDDING Glenburnie, Md., January 14. One of the most fashionable weddings of the season was solemnized on Wednesday evening, January 6th when Miss Laura E. Queen and Mr. J. Grant Gaither were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester Queen of Glenburnie The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Elijah Ayers. The bride was handsomely attired in white satin with silver and lace trimmings and long white veil and wreath of orange blossoms. She carried a bouquet of white carnations. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Gaither of Glenburnie. Miss Edna Williams, of Cedar Hill was bridesmaid. She wore a becoming gown of blue crepe de chine covered with lace and carried a bouquet of white carnations. Mr. Vernon Queen of Marley, cousin of the bride was best man. The bridal party entered the parlor amid the strains of the wedding march played by Mrs. Anna H. Queen, aunt of the bride. An elaborate reception followed the ceremony and a great number of relatives and friends of the happy couple were present to partake of the many delicacies of the season. The presents were numerous and handsome as well as useful. OBITUARY T. G. MARSHALI The funeral of Thorney G. Marshall, who died suddenly at his home, 535 Dolphin street, Sunday afternoon, was held at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church Wednesday afternoon, Rev. M. J. Naylor, officiating. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Mr. Marshall was in apparently good health, and had been chatting with his family, after coming from church and partaking of dinner. His death came as a distinct shock to his large circle of friends. For a number of years he had been in the grocery business, starting on Somerset street and moving to the Dolphin street place 16 years ago. His business grew steadily and he probably had the largest grocery business among the race in this city. He was a believer in advertising and ascribed much of his success in business in the public know what he had for sale. The deceased was born in New Church, Va., 65 years ago, but had not lived here for years. He was an active member of Sharp Street Church, and was a steward there at the time of his death. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie Marshall; four sons, William C., Thorogood, Cyrus and Thomas Roy; three daughters, Misses Mary E., Annabel and Margaret Marshall, and two grandchildren. WILLIAM F. TAYLOR The funeral of William F. Taylor, who died at his home, 225 W. Henrietta street, after a five-week illness, was held at John Wesley M. E. Church last Friday afternoon. Rev. Ernest Lyon officiated, assisted by Rev. N. M. Carroll. The deceased was 68 years of age. For many years he sold pork products in Lexington, Hanover and Hollis Markets, but retired from active work seven years ago. He was a member of Mt. Horeb Lodge of Masons, Nehemiah Lodge of Odd Fellows and St. John's Pasture of Nazarites. Mr. Taylor was a member of John Wesley Church for years;serving as a class leader. His wife, Mrs. Sarah Taylor, survives. REV. FRANK TASKER Rev. Frank Tasker, a local breacher and class leader at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church for over a half century, died at the M. E. Home for the Aged, 1622 Druid Hill avenue, early Wednesday morning, following a three-day illness from a paralytic stroke. The deceased was an old time waiter, working for many years at the old Carrollton Hotel, Rennerts, and the Green House. At the time of his veath, he was employed at the Hotel Kernan. He was born in Frederick, Md., 78 yearsa go, but had resided in this city for more than 60 years. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. Bertha Young and Mrs. Lola Stewart; two grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Sharp Street Memorial M.E. Church Friday afternoon, representative church workers from all over the city being in attendance. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. J. EDWARD WEBB The sudden death of J. Edward G. Webb, Tuesday from an attack of apoplexy, caused a shock to his host of friends. The deceased was taken ill in a cell at the Northwestern Police Station, he and his brother Martin having been arrested early that morning on a charge of disorderly conduct. Both were fined $10 and costs each, and were awaiting the arrival of a relative to pay their fines. According to the statement of Martin Webb, the dead man had some peculiar attack, which made him want to leave his home at one o'clock in the morning when Martin sought to restrain him. Edward, who had been suffering from an acute form of Bright's disease, struck his brother in the nose, which brought blood in profusion. The police were summoned at Martin's request by Rev. W. H. Fax, of 1215 Druid Hill avenue, with whom they had been rooming for the past three years. The aggravated attack of kidney trouble from which he had been suffering, together with worry on account of his temporary incarceration, brought on the attack of apoplexy. He died while being taken to the Maryland General Hospital. Martin Webb was much distressed by his brother's death. He declared that he had no quarrel what- ever with his brother as had been reported. According to the dead man's relatives, he had repeatedly suffered from attacks brought on by the malady, which doctors had told him would prove fatal. Coroner Hempel said that death was caused by apoplexy, brought on by acute kidney trouble. Webb was born in this city 38 years ago. He was educated in the public schools, graduating from the old Colored Polytechnic Institute in 1900. He was the son of the late James E. G. Webb, who was well known in local political circles. His wife, mother and several brothers and sisters survive. ODD FELLOWS BANQ The members of Zerubbah of Odd Fellows gave their banquet and reception night. Not only were the out in large numbers, brought their wives and swine with them. The function was given hall of the Order, 549 W street. The table was decorated and everywhere of loyal Odd Fellowship p. During the evening Mrs. T. Mason sang several s. Mrs. Bertha Thomas gave In Memoriam OWINGS—In loving remembrance of my dear husband, James A. Owings, who departed this life two years ago today, January 15, 1913. The month of January once more is here To me the saddest of the year Two years have passed My heart still sore, As time flies on I miss you more You sleep. I leave you in peace to rest Mrs. Mary Williams, Mrs. Emma Derry and Mrs. Annie Leakins desire to thank the friends and sympathizers who expressed their condolences in regards to the death of Mr. James H. Williams, who was called from labor to reward on the 27th day of December, 1914. Its when the heart beats happy And lips are happy too. God takes you in his service And gets the most from you. Jeremiah Randolph Gordon, age 19 years, the beloved son of Mary E. Gordon, departed this life January 3, 1915. Funeral services were held at his late residence, 1942 N. Calhoun street Wednesday, January 6, 1915 at 2 o'clock. Interment at Mt. Zion Cemetery. His painful sufferings now are ended. His body is at rest; His soul from every ill defended, Reposes on his Father's breast. Mother, sister and brothers. Departed this life two years ago today January 15, 1913, James A. Owings, beloved son of James H. and Hester E. Owings. James H. and Hester E. Owings. Mr. Henry L. Boyer and children wish to thank their friends and acquaintances for their many acts of kindness during the recent illness of our wife and mother, Mrs. Mary E. J. Boyer; also for the numerous tokens of sympathy and letters of condolence during their bereavement. Mr. Thomas F. Hardy, of 2012 Division street, desires to extend his thanks for the many beautiful floral designs and sympathy extended during the death of his wife, Mrs. Annie-Hardy. Mrs. Amanda Saxton wishes to thank her many friend for their kindness during the illness of her husband, Ilander C. Saxton and at his death. A CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our hearty thanks and appreciation to those who called at the house to pay their respects, to those who went to the church to view the remains, to those whose messages of condolence to sympathy, to those who sent beautiful floral designs, to those men, representatives of the Colored Men's Business Exchange and the Board of Stewards of Sharp St. Memorial M. E. Church, who so tenderly and gallantly bore the body of our dead husband and father, in short to all who helped to make our burden lighter during our moments of sadness and sorrow. By wife and children of T. G. By wife and children of T. &. Marshall. Mrs. John Nelson wishes to thank her many friends for their kindness during the illness of her niece, Miss Maggie Dashiell. A CARD OF THANKS The Lady Board of Managers of Provident Hospital extend many thanks to Rev. L. G. Curtis and his congregation for a Christmas donation of $3.50 given through Mrs. Andrew Thompson to the hospital; also a similar donation of $2.50 given by the Young Women's Christian Association to the hospital through Mrs. Ruth M. Collett. ODD FELLOWS BANQUET The members of Zerubbabel Lodge of Odd Fellows gave their annual banquet and reception Wednesday night. Not only were the members out in large numbers, but they brought their wives and sweethearts with them. The function was given at the hall of the Order, 549 W. Biddle street. The table was prettily decorated and everywhere the spirit of loyal Odd Fellowship prevailed. During the evening Mrs. Charles T. Mason sang several solos and Mrs. Bertha Thomas gave several recitations from the poems of D. Webster Davis. Toasts were responded to by Hamilton N Hayes, George L. Dent and William H. Dood. Mr. Dood not only urged that the race should go into business, but should support racial enterprises. Lewis Dawson, judge advocate of the lodge, was toastmaster. The officers of the lodge include: R. D. Brown, noble grand; Charles T. Stewart, permanent secretary, and D. Robinson, treasurer. After installation the following Sisters of St. John Commandry No. 3 K. of T. presented Mrs. Cornelia Snyder a handsome purse. The presentation address by Sir Richard P. Green, responded to by Mrs. C. S. Strith Those present were: J. Edw. Smith, Michael Green, Howard Ebb, Benjamin Hendricks, Charles A. Murphy, Caleb Robinson, William E Carroll, James Talley and Thomas A. Dodd. A BIRTHDAY RECEPTION Mrs. Alexander Dennis, of 1359 N. Carey street, gave a birthday reception in honor of her husband's 64th anniversary and of her son, Percy Randolph, the occasion also being the 21st birthday of the latter, last Friday night. The Unique Pleasure Club will receive members until March 6. The joining fee is $2.05 and the club meets every Sunday at 169 W. Hamburg street at 2.30 p. m. Charles Asup, president; Edward Thompson, secretary; John Davis, treasurer. For full information write Wm. Wilson. 917 S Sharp street. T. G. Marshall We wish to notify the public that the business will be carried on as usual and that all efforts will be put forth to give as efficient and prompt service as formerly. MASTER MASONS TAKE NOTICE SPECIAL NOTICE—To all the Lodges of Baltimore City, under the jurisdiction of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of F. and A. Masons, Jurisdiction of Md., you are hereby summoned to meet the District Grand Lodge of Baltimore City, Wednesday evening, January 20, 1915, at S o'clock, prompt at the Temple, to consider such matters of interest as may be presented. All representatives and past masters and members will be expected to attend. By request of Isaiah Smith, District Deputy Grand Master of Baltimore City, R. W., J. P. Evans, Grand Master of Maryland. NOTICE—The Grand Council of the B. and S. of Job will hold their regular session on Friday, January 22nd at 8 p. m. All members are earnestly requested to be present. By order of W. H. Saunders, G. M. Charles Folks, G. secretary. Call session on January 29, on resolution will be held. FOR SALE—A beautiful three story house, eleven rooms and bath, all private ground rent $54.00. Will sell cheap to quick buyer. Apply 1415 Myrtle avenue. FOR SALE—A splendid stock and trade growing and provision business will sell stock and fixtures without store or sell store, stock and fixtures. Splendid location. Does a business of seven and eight thousand dollars each year. Call Madison 3875 M. M. I. Martin, 1160 N. Calhoun street. FOR SALE—A beautiful two story dwelling in Northwestern section. Easy terms. Apply Charles C. Jennings,21 E. Saratoga street. JOHN W. DICUS, JR. AND WM. ROBINSON Private Dancing Academy Modern Dances Taught Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8.30 to 11.00 1113 PARK AVENUE Phone: Mt. Vernon 1811 M EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery St. near Charles Dr. I N. Ross, Pastor Sunday January 17th, 1915 7 a. m. Class meeting 10 a. m. Bible class 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. 2 80 p. m. Sunday School 5.45 p. Allen Endeavor League 7.30 p. m. Sermon by the pastor. WALTERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street Sunday January 17th, 1915 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor 2.30 p. m. Sunday School Session. 5.45 p. m. Allen C. E. League. 8 p. m. 40th Annual Sermon of Brilliant Star Lodge No. 1608, G. U. O. of O. F. Matthew Moore, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford, Pres. J. W. Woodhous, Sec. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Lanvale St. and Druid Hill Ave. Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., Pastor Parsonage, 1405 Argyle Ave. Sunday January 17th, 1915 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. E. T. Bailey, D. D., of Durham, N. C. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 6 p. m. A. C. E. League. 7.30 p. m. Sermon by Rev. J. O. Custis, subject, "The Handwriting On The Wall." Rally January 21st. Reserved in going. St. Luke's Union A. M.E. Church THE HOMELIKE CHURCH Spring St. near McElderry Rev. Dr. C. Edward Browne, Pastor Rev. 1611 McElderry St., Phone Wolfe 2163 M. 9 a. m. Class. Robt. L. Carter, Ldr. 11 a. m. sermon. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3.30 p. m. sermon by Rev. W. J. Winston of Wayland Baptist Church with choir and congregation. 4 p. m. Class. Deacon Geo. W. Johnson, Leader. 6 p. m. League. Moses Johnson, Pres. 8 p. m. Sermon. Revival services now in progress. All invited. Jas. Turbin, Church Clerk FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. E. CHUR H Cor. Orchard and Tessier Sts. Rev. L. C. Curtis, D.D., Pastor Parsonage, 1222 Argyle Ave. Sunday January 17th 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. D. D. Turpeau, D D. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Edward T. Martin, Supt. 4 p. m. Class meeting. 7.30 p. m. Rev. George Willdridge, D. D. Wednesday night class. All are welcome to our services. Joseph Ridout, Sec'y George M. Johnson, Treas. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton St. near W. Baltimore St. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor 10 a. m. Class. 11 a. m. Rev. G. W. Fowler. 2 p. m. Sunday School. 6.30 p. m. Christian Endeavor. 8 p. m. Pastor or stranger. All welcome to our new church Robert Johnson, Pres. C. E. T. H. McGowan, Supt. GALILEE C. M. E. CHURCH Mount St. bet. Baker & Presbury Sts. Rev. W David Wood, Pastor 11 a. m. Preaching. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 3.80 p. m. Sermon, by Rev. Geo, L. White, M. D., D. D. of A. M. E. Z. Church. 6.30 p. m. Epworth League, special address by pastor, subject, "The Laws of Child Life." 8 p. m. Sermon by pastor. Subject, "Prayer And The Answer." The Minsterial Alliance meets at Grace Presbyterian Church Monday, January 18th, 11 a.m. Essayist, Rev W. Edward Williams, subject, "Evangelism - Its Highest Note." R. L. N. Ross Pennsylvania Masons Are Thrifty. The Masonic fraternity in Pennsylvania made steady gains in its membership during the past year. The lodges in the western part of the state are credited with having added over 200 to their membership. Crystal Park lodge No. 14, A. F. and A. M., Pittsburg, recently installed the following officers: Lorenzo D. Fowler, W. M.; Jesse T. Gonld, S. W.; Henry Baker, J. W.; B. C. Quarles, secretary; Clem Geary, treasurer. The installing officers were: H. T. Broadus, G. M.; G. B. Childs, grand marshal; B. J. Jetter, P. M. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Rogers Ave. and Lexington Street Rev. Geo. C. Curry, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor, Subject, "One For One." 2,30 p. m. Sunday School. Mr. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League, Mr. Julian Ross, Pres. Programme by Junior League. Mr. F Morton Curry, Supt. 8 p. m. Sermon by pastor followed by evangelistic service. You are cordially invited to attend all these services. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH. Franklin and Pine Sts.; "King's Hill" Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor Residence: 618 Dolpin Street Great Revival At Hand 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. Subject, "Ezekiels Vision of the Valley of Dry Bones." Madam Bruce the great sing. r ofklahoma will direct the choir at this service. 3 p. m. Sunday School, 4.30 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Preaching by a stranger. Next week Union Revival at King's Hill couducted by St. Paul and Mt. Zion. W. C. Tongue, Supt. Thos. H. Johnson, Pres. E. L. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Carey and Baker streets Rev. A. J. Mitchell, Pastor Parsonage 1363 N. Calhoun St. Sunday January 17th 6.30 to 9 a.m. Class Thos. Lane, Ldr. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Henry Johnson, Superintendent 5 p. m. Metropolitan Junior League will be present. Address by the Rev. W. H. Mayhew, B. W. I. Missionary, Trinidad, W. W. I. Musical selection by Fairfax Green, Washington, D. O. Florence Gaither, Supt., J. R. Valentine, Assst. 8 p. m. Evangelistic sermon by the pastor. Revival services every night. All are welcome. CENTENNIAL M. E. CHUROH Caroline and Bank Sts. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, D. D., Pastor Final Closing Services of the 113th Anniversary. 11 a. m. Memorial sermon by the pastor, subject, "Our Reavenly Home. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, Supt. 3 p. m. Union Revival Services; Asbury, Eastern Chapel and Centennial, Conducted by Drs. S. R. Hughes and George E. Curry. 9 p.m. Ebpworth Deleges, 8 p.m. Preaching by Ilev. Mrs. Ida H. Nelson. Her choir and congregation invited. Revival services during the week at 8 and 8 p. m. All are welcome. ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH E. 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m. Preaching. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 6.30 Epworth League 7.30 p. m. Sacred concert given by Mme. E. L. Bruce, the Oklahoma sa- red song bird. Silver offering at the door. Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt. Mrs. Elizabeth Fuller. Pres. Ladies Aid Mrs. Elise Hall, Pres. E. L. Mrs. Alfreiter Smith, P., Penny Club SHARP ST. NEM. M. E. CHURCH Dolphin and Etting Streets Rev. M. J. Naylor, D. D., Pastor 10. a. m. Bible Class, T. H. Smith, Director. Pastor's Study. 11 a. m. Preaching pastor. Subject, "The Faith That Pays" 2 30 p. m., Sunday School Thomas H. Smith, Supt. 4 p. m. Brotherhood Bible Class. Jos. H. Lockerman, Teacher. 4 30 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Preaching, Pastor. 3RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Robert St. G. P. Rodgers, Pastor. Sabbath (Saturday) Service Sabbath School 10 a. m. Preaching service 11.30 a. m. Sunday January 17th, 8 p. m., public baptising also a special sermon. All welcome Questions answered Meeting For Men Only Sunday January 17th at 5 P. M. Notice! Notice! Notice! Rev. Richard Carroll of Columbia, S. C. one of the colored Evangelists will lecture to MEN ONLY at tithlehom Baptist Church, Calhoun St., between Lafayette Avenue and Mosher Street, Sunday afternoon (probably at 3 p.m.) This lecture has been highly endorsed by prominent citizens of both races throughout the South Hear what a prominent citizen says of Rev. Richard Carroll, in person of Dr. A. C. Osborn (white) of North Adams, Mass. To whom it may concern: Some years ago the Rev. Richard Carroll gave in my presence in the chapel of Benedict College a lecture to young men that was the most direct, judicious, appropriate, safe and helpful that I have ever heard, upon matters pertaining to sex and sexual relations. If he is now giving to men, the same lecture he gave to them, it will not only be instructive but eminently helpful. A. C. Osborn. Former Pres. Benedict College Columbia, S. O. Rev. L. L. Reed, Pastor. DR. I. N. ROSS, D. D. Pastor Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Will Address The Men Sunday at 5 P. M. at the Y. M. C. A. Building. Good singing led by Secretary Eooker. ROOM FOR RENT 1028 ARGYLE AVE. A CHANCE TO MAKE GOOD HISTORICAL ROOM OF THE AMERICAN FOWLER, M. D. Montgomery, Ala., January 12. Declaring that the men composing the mob, which early on the morning of January 4th, took two Negro prisoners from the Elmore County jail and shot them to death, had brought reproach upon the State, and that such men never hesitate to bring the blush of shame to every honest and patriotic citizen of Alabama, Governor O'Neal, last night said that all of the power of the executive office as long as he is Governor, will be brought to bear in establishiing the guilt and guaranteeing the punishment of the lunchers. The Executive announced that he had as quickly as possible ordered a special session of the Circuit Court in Elmor County to make inquiry into the lynching. Every possible effort will be made to bring the guilty parties to justice, he declared. "These Negroes were lynched on suspicion, and so far as I am informed, there was not evidence on which any jury would have convicted them for the crime of which they were charged. They were charged with the murder and were in the custody of the law, and they were awaiting their trial." "There was absolutely no justification for this lynching. If those who were executed by the mob were guilty, speedy trials could have been secured and their guilt established under the due and orderly processes of the law. Those who have undertaken to perform the functions of judge, jury, and executioner have brought merited reproach upon our State. The history of every state in the union shows that mob or lynch law does not check, but only increases crime. There is absolutely no justification for lynch law in Alabama. "It is folly for us to expect those from other States or counties to locate in Alabama until we can assure every person within our domains of the just and equal protection of the law. If the sheriff connived at the commission of his crime I am powerless to punish him by impeachment because his term of office will expire in a few days. This dastardly crime, committed just upon the eve of the assembling of the Statte Legislature accentuates the importance of their taking such measures as may be necessary to make the lynching impossible in Alabama. The men who lead mobs are generally those who have no respect for law or authority, who are cowardly unwilling to face real danger, and yet by their lawless acts, do not hesitate to bring the blush of shame to every honest and patriotic citizen of the State. "The people of Alabama must understand that their protection comes not from a mob of cowardly lynchers, influenced by passion or prejudice, but only from the majestic supremacy of the law under which alone their rights of person or property can be protected. "I am gratified to know that the enlightened public sentiment of the State no longer tolerates mob or lynch law. If crimes are committed they can be punished, by the courts and the administration of justice should not be entrusted to a band of cowardly miscreants, who are willing, in order to gratify their prejudice or passions to bring ruin and confusion to the State." D HAVRE DE GRACE NOTES [Special to The Afro-American Ledger.] Havre de Grace, Md., Jan. 14—Mrs. M. Frisby, who underwent an operation at the local hospital is improving. Miss Jeannette Taylor, who has been ill at the hospital, is improving. Miss Marie Bowser has returned from a visit to her sisters in Pennsylvania. Rev. and Mrs. L.M. Beckett have returned from a visit to Washington. Mr. David Tripp, one of the oldest members of the Order of Nazarites, is ill at his home, 614 Sarah Ann street, with heart trouble. Norris R. Johnson, of Philadelphia, spent Sunday with his mother, Mrs. Sarah A. Johnson, of 305 N. P. street. (Continued from last week) "Most assuredly," answered Forward. "I have known cases where persons have been mangled by a street car and the physician, when called by phone, has refused to come, upon learning that the victim was colored. I have known of tortured women being refused service in a dentist's office because their skin was dark." "O, come now, such things really can not be true in this day and time," interposed the other. "But they are true," insisted Forward. "I myself—" He was interrupted by the hurried entrance of a gentleman into the smoking compartment, who, after a hasty glance around, addressing the three white men, said: "My daughter is very sick in the rear Pullman and is in urgent need of a physician; do any of you follow the profession of medicine?" They all shook their heads and glanced at Forward, who remained silent. The gentleman disappeared without a glance in Forward's direction. "Why didn't you speak," asked one, addressing the black man. "For the same reason that you three kept silent respecting me," answered he. "The man wants a white physician. Did you notice he never looked at me at all? No doubt there is a white doctor on the train and he will find him. I am rather thin skinned, and I don't enjoy rebuffs." "But the ethics of your profession—" "He did not ask me," returned Forward. "When he does I will respond." The rain crawled on and a silence fell upon the smokers. In about ten minutes the gentleman reappeared with a worried look on his face and this time, addressing Forward, said: "I can't find a doctor on the train anywhere. As I came back through this car I saw a bag with O. A. Forward, M. D., on it, and the porter told me it belonged to a colored man. Are you a doctor?" "Yes," replied Forward quietly. "Are you—er—can you—that is, will you come back and look at my daughter?" "Yes," replied Forward once more. The gentleman's look of relief was mingled with a vague doubt as he led the way out. All of which did not escape Forward's watchful eye. After securing his medicine case, our friend followed the gentleman back through the cars. The quest for a doctor was known to all the passengers and as Forward appeared in the wake of the anxious parent, smiles and nudges greeted the pair from all sides. The girl was lying in a stateroom at the end of the last car and was apparently in great agony. Her mother was chaffing her feet while two other lady passengers were bustling about. "My dear, I have found a doctor," announced the husband. "Thank goodness," exclaimed his wife, without looking up. Forward carefully examined the girl's condition and noted several symptoms. He then seized her wrist to feel the pulse as the mother turned toward him for the first time and saw that he was colored. She sprang to her feet, glanced in dignantly at her husband, and in a tone of cold insolence, all her anxiety forgotten, exclaimed: "Do not touch my daughter. How dare you! She is not so seriously ill that I will ever consent to her being treated by a Negro. Are you crazy, Henry?" continued she turning to her husband. "I am ashamed of you." Forward dropped the girl's hand and mute with anger, turned to go. At the door he paused and said: "Madam, before an hour is up you will bitterly rue your words. When that poor girl-dies you will be responsible; remember that." And he stalked out of the room. "How is the patient?" was the inquiry that greeted him as he reentered the smoking compartment. Before replying, he lighted a cigar, smoked for a moment to calm his feelings, and then said quietly, "She is dying." A startled "what!" burst from them in chorus. "Yes. She has the worst case of acute indigestion I ever saw. It is killing her." "And you, a physician, sitiing here smoking," exploded one, "Where's all your vaunted ethics in that?" "Not so fast," said Frward imperturbably. "I was willing to do my best, but her mother turned me out." A look of intelligence flashed form one to another. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER "Good Heavens! And does her mother know how serious the case is?" "She appears to be a woman of intelligence and I told her how it was," said Forward calmly. The others discussed the case excitedly while our friend remained silent. He was a man of a deeply sensitive nature and had been cruelly hurt and wounded. Such things remained with him a long time and rankled, and for this reason he had always maneuvered to avoid them, and now to have his trip spoiled by this selfish, prejudiced woman made him furious. He was human enough to feel a guilty satisfaction that the mother was destined to suffer more than he, for his practiced eye had seen that unless medical aid was given the girl she could not hope to survive another sixty minutes. A half hour passed and the father again appeared at the door. He said to Forward, his voice shaken with grief and emotion. "Sir, I wish to apologize for my wife's hasty and ill advised action. She realizes the wrong done you and we beg that you come again with me. I fear my daughter is dying. Won't you come and help us?" "My dear sir," replied Forward, "I realize your feelings and appreciate your behest, but I must refuse. Your wife insulted and humiliated me without any cause whatever, and I cannot go". "But it is a case of life and death", implored the man. "There have been others," said Forward, all the mem ries of his race's wrong welling up in his heart. "Many a poor woman of my race, in dir need, has been refused attention for no reason except that she was colored. The thing was justified by saying indifferently, 'O, she is a Negress.' The same treatment, only different in kind, together with the same characteristic cold blooded indifference to fellow human feelings was accorded me a few minutes ago. We have borne it patiently with a shrug, but there is a limit to all things I am sorry, but I cannot go," and Forward looked out of the window. The man stood in silence for a moment regarding the doctor with an intent, strained face and then went out. "O come now, Dr. Forward," exclaimed one, "you are in the wrong and it is your plain duty to alleviate distress. You ought to go. Suppose the conditions were reversed and it were your wife or sister?" "You don't know what you are talking about" retorted Forward bitterly. "A young woman friend of mine, as pure girl as is to be found in America, was taken deathly sick in a vile Jim Crow end of a train in Georgia and no doctor on the train would attend her. She was taken off the train and placed in a Jim Crow corner of the station which smelled foully and was dirty and dark. No hospital would receive her, although one was named 'The Good Samaritin.' No ambulance would carry her anywhere, because she was black; and she was finally saved, after an hour's wait, by a colored minister who happened to hear of her plight and had her carried by two men to his house six blocks away. She was only a Negress—and therefore beyond the pale of white human sympathy. In the name of God, how are you to realize our feelings unless these things are brought home to you?" The three were silent after this outburst from Forward and pondered his words and unique position. At this moment the curtains were pulled aside and the gentleman, with his wife again appeared. She was the picture of grief and despair. Her eyes were red with weeping, her face drawn and haggard, and her voice unsteady, as she spoke to Forward: "Oh, doctor, will you not overlook my thoughtlessness of a few minutes ago and come and try to save my poor girl? I cannot lose her, I cannot, I cannot! I beg your pardon for my harsh words. I was not used to it, you see. Oh, if you will but save her, I will always think of you with gratitude and I will never hate your race anymore. Oh, do come!" As she first spoke, Forward's face was hard and determined; but as she went on and poured forth her mother's heart, he gradually relented and it ended by him arising and saying: "Madam, I fear it is too late, but I will do my best, but on one condition. You must remain out of the room and leave the case entirely to me and the two women who were there before. Do you consent?" "Oh, yes, yes; God bless you, but hurry. I pray you—lose no time." Forward ran for his medicine case and tore through the cars followed by the others. This time there were no smiles nor nugges, for the passengers knew of his former rebuff and of the dire need of his services now. He found the stricken girl in sore straits with a feeble pulse and extremities growing cold. The spark of life was rapidly flickering out. His practiced eye told him that she had a fighting chance; and the accepted the guage of battle with death, with the keen relish of one who had fought often and achieved victory out of sneer defeat. Throwing off his coat, he aroused to action his two lady attendants by a few curt sentences. "We will save her yet," he said to them; "are you with me."" "We will do anything Doctor; just tell us." "Very well; some hot water from the diner immediately," one of you; the other loosen her clothing and chafe her feet. We must start the circulation, lessen the pain and relieve the stomach. I want also a flask of whiskey." While one flew to get the latter, Forward, with practiced dexterity, gave a hyperdermic injection of morphia and began a brisk rubbing of the extremities. Hot applications were made and hot whiskey and soda were forced down her throat. Forward realized that there was an opportunity to demonstrate not only his own, but his race's capabilities, and he determined to fight to the bitter end and win recognition. The whole train load of people were interested and watched in silence the terrific struggle of this despised black man out there in the desert, far from civilization coping with the eternal mystery of death and dissolution. If he won, the merit would be all his; if he lost, O well! had a white doctor been there things would have been different. Forward set his teeth and worked with superhuman energy. The mother and father sat huddled in the front end of the car weeping, surrounded by sympathizing friends Baffled for a moment by the lack of proper specifics for an emergency of this kind. Forward brought to bear all the fruits of his former researches. This case was directly along the line of those former researches—namely, the action of gases arising from undigested feed upon the vital organs of the body. He must relieve the stomach; and he took novel means to do so. His two attendants looked on in amazement as he worked. They saw despair written on his face as the vital spark fell lower and lower steadily, refusing to kindle at his ministrations. And then, finally, after a heart-breaking period, they saw hope beginning to light his eye, and they redoubled their efforts in response to his low spoken exclamation of joy. The color began to come back to the pale cheeks of the patient. Her eye-lids commenced to flutter and finally opened in wonder and amazement upon the dark face bending over her. She drew away and gazed at him in perplexity and fear. Forward stood up and smiled, for he could afford to, for he had won! Waiting a reasonable length of time to make assurance doubly sure he bade the two women continue their work, put on his coat and made his way to the parents. Every eye in the car was riveted on his face, seeking to read the message he bore. The mother gazed at him in dread as he stood before her with a grave air and the native dignity that was his own. The train had stopped and every word carried distinctly to all parts of the car. "Madam," he said simply, but with a noble pride, "I have given you back your chair—she is saved." "I thank you" she said "Oh, I thank you from my heart;" and rushed to where her daughter lay. Forward explained briefly the fight he had made, to the crowding passengers and then went on to his own car. The news had spread; and as he walked down the aisles an unheard of thing in medical practice happened; he was greeted with applause that was spontaneous and kindly. It confused and embarrassed him and he was glad to escape into the smoking compartment of his own car. His three friends shook his hand, congratulated him and declared that their views on certain matters were utterly changed. It does not concern us to tell of the subsequent happenings aboard the train before Los Angeles was reached. 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Box 298 SHREVEPORT, LA GREAT LEADER AND ORGANIZER GOOD SPEAKER AND SINGER Steps In the Career of a Noted Woman Whose Activities For the Advancement of the Race Extend In Many Directions—Founder of School Which Bears Her Name. Birningham, Ala., Jan. 6. — One of the most remarkable women of our race in this section is Mrs. Carrie A. Tuggle, president and founder of Tuggle institute, on Eonon Ridge, near here. She is also mother of protection and founder of the Rising Sons and Daughters of Protection, grand worthy counselor of the Grand Court of Calanthe, the female branch of the Knights of Pythias, and a generally useful woman who is devoting her whole life to the advancement of the Negro race. Mrs. Tuggle was born in Eufaula, Ala., and as a girl had an interesting career. She developed a wonderful mind and was a recognized leader among her playmates. She at an early age learned to read and write, and at the same time learned the use of the needle. There were but few girls in the town of Eufaula who were as useful with a needle as "Little Charity triggs," as she was called by the people of the town. She also took a leading part in Sunday school and church work. Her early training was obtained at the public schools of Eufaula. She was also fortunate in having good private teachers. The private teachers were among some of the best white women in that section of the country, who took special interest in her and had much to do with fitting her for [Name] MRS. CARRIE A. TUGGLE, the splendid work which she is now doing. Among her first efforts in a business way was as a tailor, and while yet a young woman she was known as one of the best tailors in the town. She made clothes for the governor of the state and other state officials. Her first public service as a church worker was back in the days of Bishop Payne. She was ordained a deacon by him and put into active service. She erected a church in Georgetown, Ga. It was the first time in the history of the town that a woman had ever erected a church. This won for Mrs. Tuggle the admiration and praise of thousands of people. Not only was she a remarkable talker, but she was a great singer. Her services were sought in all parts of the south among the church people. Through her singing and talking many people were brought into the church. When the Knights of Pythias decided to bring out the female branch known as Court of Calanthe Mrs. Tuggle was selected as the organizer, and it was not long before strong courts were formed in the state, and she was put at the head of the grand court and has held the position ever since. In the Household of Ruth, Sisters of Mysterious Tens, Order of Eastern Star and almost every other organization in the state she has been active and is active now. On May 8, 1903, she called around her the women of thought and told them of the work which she intended to do and asked their co-operation, and as a result in the fall of that year Tuggle institute was organized, and the boys and girls who were not able to pay their way were accepted as willingly as those who were fully able to meet their expenses. In order to get more help in the work she organized the Rising Sons and Daughters of Protection. It is a secret society, and all of its secret work, passwords and signs came from the brain of Mrs. C. A. Tuggle. It is today one of the strongest organizations in the country, with a large membership in Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, Iowa and Illinois. Mrs. Carrie A. Tuggle is one of the best known women in the country, and in the Supreme Court of Calanthe she is a recognized leader. The woman look up to her for advice, which she gives willingly, and at the same time she reaches out for the boys and girls who need her services at all times. TRUE APOSTLE OF FREEDOM. Dr. Spingarn* Creates Favorable Public Sentiment In Our Behalf. Dr. J. E. Spingarn, chairman of the board of directors of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People, spoke in Pittsburgh on Jan. 10 and 11 in the interest of the association, which he represents. His first address was made at the Unitarian church on Sunday morning, Jan. 10. At 3 o'clock in the afternoon he spoke at Bethel A. M. E. church, Wiley avenue and Elm street, the Rev. P. A. Scott pastor. William M. Randolph, chairman of the local committee, which arranged for the meeting, presided. Dr. Rudolph I. Coffee introduced Dr. Spingarn. Other speakers were the Rev. George B. Howard and Professor John H. Brashear. There were musical selections by the Eureka quartet. At S o'clock Sunday evening Dr. Spingarn made an address in St. James' A. M. E. church. Enclid avenue and Harvard street, the Rev. C. A. McGee pastor. He was introduced by S. R. Morsell, the secretary of the local committee of arrangements. On Monday noon, Jun. 11, he addressed the Hungry club, which is the best forum in the city, including in its membership many leading business men and social workers. Dr. Spingarn is a true apostle of freedom and is creating favorable sentiment in our behalf. He has for a number of years devoted himself with characteristically passionate sincerity to the cause of the colored race. He recently returned from Oklahoma, where he went to arouse the local branches to more activity in the work of the association. He had expected to have Professor William Pickens of Wiley university accompany him and to make addresses with him. Mr. Pickens was, however, unable to do so, and W. Scott Brown of Muskogee volunteered in his place. On this trip Mr. Brown was twice discriminated against, once in a chair car and once in a sleeper. Undoubtedly the association will bring suit to test these cases. Dr. Spingarn will have much of interest to tell in regard to his Oklahoma trip. The local committee which arranged for these meetings in Pittsburgh includes the following: William Randolph, Inezekiah Anderson, Joseph Garber, John T. Harris, N. T. Velar, A. L. Ballard, S. R. Morsell, John T. Writt, Robert Johnson, W. H. Thompson, W. G. Thoronor, Miss V. A. Proctor, Miss Elizabeth Jones, Mrs. Mary Mangham, Rev. C. H. Trusty, Rev. G. R. Howard, Dr. G. S. Turley, Rev. C. A. McGeev, Rev. C. Y. Trigg, Rev. Scott Wood, Rev. D. R. Kussb, Rev. C. A. Powell, R. L. Vann, Dr. George L. Winstead, John R. Pupress, Mrs. William Randolph, Mrs. Famille Mort. After leaving Pittsburgh Dr. Spingarn will speak in the following cities of the middle west: Columbus, Dayton, Cincinnati, Springfield and Toledo. O.; Springfield. Ill.; St. Joseph, Mo.; Des Moines, Ia.; Omdua, Neb. Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minn.; ending his trip in Buffalo on Jan. 28. NATIONAL BUSINESS LEAGUE TO MEET IN BOSTON AUG.18 Committee Decides to Hold Fifteenth Annual Session In "Hub City." Tuskegee. Ala.-At the meeting of the National Negro Business league held last August in Muskogee, Okla., invitations to hold the next meeting were received from and through the local Negro business leagues of Boston, Kansas City, Mo., and Chicago. The executive committee decided to leave the matter of the final decision to a committee composed of Dr. Booker T. Washington, president; Hon. J. C. Napier, chairman of the executive committee, and Emmett J. Scott, secretary. All these invitations were most cordial, but after weighing all matters carefully it has been decided to hold the next meeting in Boston in response to the invitation received from the Boston Negro Business league No. 1, whose invitation to the league follows: Boston, Aug. 19, 1914. National Negro Business League, Emmett J. Scott, Secretary, 199 South Second Street, Carter Building, Muskogee, Okla. Boston league invites national league convention nineteen fifteen. J. HENDERSON ALLSTON. Secretary. The National Negro Business league was organized in Boston, August, 1900, and so the fifteenth anniversary of the organization will be celebrated in connection with the coming meeting to be held in Boston Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 18, 19 and 20, 1915. The local Negro Business league of Boston is more united than ever before, and all the forces are working together to make the coming meeting a memorable one. The national organization, working in earnest co-operation with the Boston Negro Business league No. 1, will do everything possible to assure at Boston a meeting in every way worthy of the progress and influence of the league during the past fifteen years. The Broad Ax's Subscription Campaign The Chicago Board Ax, edited by the militant Julius F. Taylor, is conducting a wonderful subscription campaign which has many novel features. Editor Taylor, says N. B. Dodson, has long been known as a stanch advocate of full citizenship rights of the race as guaranteed by the federal constitution, but which are largely denied by discriminating and unjust state laws in violation of the letter and spirit of the constitution. Long may the Broad Ax live and prosper under his able THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER AFRO-CHRISTIANS SHOW GRATITUDE Dr. Howell Speaks at Big Church Convention. President of Progressive International Body of Churchmen in Able Address Calls Attention to What Good White People North and South Have Done For Our Race. One of the most industrious and devout men of our race in the Christian ministry is the Rev. Dr. S. A. Howell of Newport News, Va. He is the honored president of the Afro-Christian convention, which has a large membership, many splendid church edifices and capable ministers. The convention also has within its jurisdiction a large number of well organized Sunday schools and conducts a thrifty work for home and foreign missions. The women's national organization of the convention holds its national convention biennially. At the recent meeting of the American Christian convention held in Springfield, O. the Rev. Dr. Howell M. B. REV. DR. S. A. HOWELL. bore the greetings of the Afro-Christian convention, in which he in part said: As president of the Afro-Christian convention I have been chosen to hear greetings to you and also to assure you of its continued interest in the magnificent work God is blessing you to do. We are not forgetful of the kinship which exists between the two bodies. When we say kinship we have no allusion to blood, but spiritual relationship, with the teaching of the Scripture, God our Father, Christ our Saviour; hence we are brethren. We not only take pleasure in the peculiar victories you have achieved, but wish for you the highest possible success in the future, devoutly praying that "as thy days so shall the strength be." We recognize the importance of the task committed to your hands, the responsibility and standards of duty you are called to face, the amplitudes of vision and opportunities which lift themselves before you. But your past achievements prove to us that you are equal to the task and can grasp the vision of the ultimate operatives and walk the path of duty to speakable attitudes. As with a little degree of joy that I look on this mighty host, I have always of great minds that are assembled to do business for God. I take this opportunity in expressing our profound appreciation for the help you have been to us in making us what we are today. Sha 'the treachery of memory or ingratitude cause us to forget those whose names will be illusorious? First, those of the south—Revs. William B. Wellons R. H. Holland, Mills B. Barrett, deceased; Rev. J. W. Mellons, D. D.; Rev. J. Pressley Barrett, editor of the Herald of Gospel Liberty, but then the editor of the Christian Sun; Rev. Daniel A. Long, D. D. and Rev. William S. Long, D. D. of North Carolina, whose names are in the home of every colored Christian family in North Carolina, and Dr. W. W. Staley of Suffolk, Va., who has been in our milst for thirty years and has always been ready to give sweet counsel whenever called upon. We could not be so ungrateful as not to mention some of those of the north who came to our rescue also. They are as follows: Rev. George Young of Carslin N. Y., the first president of Franklin College and Theological Institute, Franklin N. C., now known as the Franklinian Christian college; Rev. Beck, Rev. Lery, Rev. McReynolds and Rev. Z. A. Poste, who was twice elected president and died at his post in 1933, superintending the work of building the greater Franklin. I cannot fail to mention Rev. John Blood, who is doubtless making as great a sacrifice as any one above mentioned. Last, but not least, I wish to mention the sainted Rev. Josiah P. Watson, D. D., of Dayton, O., who said to me thirty years ago, "Go to Franklinton, N. C.; I have made arrangements for your education." These are colossal figures in the history of our church. They organized our preacher of our church, our first presacher. This is a clear demonstration that that saying, "The Negro and the white man of the south hate each other," is erroneous. Then in 1883 we had about ten churches, six or eight preachers and about 500 members. Today we have in the United States, the West Indies and South America about 25,000 members, about 300 ministers, nearly 400 churches, with well organized Sunday schools, choirs, woman's home and foreign missionary conventions and four Sunday school conventions. Thus far we have moved in forty-six years. This is too short a time to leave a liberated people to stand alone. In view of the circumstances, we have done well, emanated, as we were, largely destitute money, education and choral, and while we have been good showing all the essentials of religion and race development, we are by no means beyond the point where races of superior advantages should do other than lend us a holder. Phone 4057-M Wilson & Coleman THE REX ...Dining Room and Cafe... 2233 Pennsylvania Avenue Near Baker Street First class service. Oysters and sea food and game in season. riv parties, stags, etc., especially catered to Open from 6.30 a.m. to 1 a.m. C. H. Burwell Automobile Express FOR HIRE Quick Safe and Careful Delivery 531 Presstman Street Phone Madison 1463 Y "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 I LEAD-OTHERS FOLLOW Combings made in puffs and braids Madame J. 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"At the present time schools are fortunate if they obtain as principals and teachers the graduates of one of the better industrial schools for Negroes. The general education board has therefore assisted some of the more efficient of these industrial training schools as follows: Hampton institute, $138,000; Tuskegee institute, $135,438.48; Spelman seminary, $106,912.88; other institutions, $85,384.77. "With the same end in view, gifts toward improved physical equipment have been made to a number of secondary schools owned or controlled by Negroes themselves—numerely, Waters Normal Institute. Winston, N. C.; Thompson institute, Lumberton, N. C.; Jeruel academy, Athens, Ga.; Americus institute, Americus, Ga.; Howe institute, Memphis, Tennessee; Florida Baptist academy, Jacksonville, Fla., and others. "It has been recognized that the higher education of Negroes must also be provided for. The reasoning followed in dealing with colleges and universities is equally valid in this connection. If primary and secondary schools are to have good teachers, principals and supervisors provision must be made for higher education." Besides the amounts contributed to the schools designated above, $144,000 was distributed among the following institutions: Atlanta Baptist college, Atlanta university, Fisk university, Lane college, Leland university, Livingstone college, Miles Memorial college, Puine college, Shaw university and the Virginia Union seminary. Plenty of Business In Boley, Okla. Boley, Okla., is the largest city in the United States founded and officered by colored men. It has over eighty business concerns, an electric lighting plant, efficient churches, a high school worth over $15,000, a normal and industrial school supported by the C. M. E. church, flourishing fraternal orders, a Masonic temple of the Oklahoma jurisdiction worth $35,000, a telephone system, several cotton glus, a chamber of commerce, a city hall and a railroad station. Domestic Science In Rural Schools. The report of Rural School Supervisor Leo M. Favrot of Arkansas shows that considerable progress has been made by young women of our race along various lines of study in domestic science during the fiscal school year in Arkansas. The number enrolled in sewing classes was 2,206. in cooking classes 327 and in how to serve classes 436. Knowledge of these subjects is not only necessary for the country girl, but for those who live in the city as well. "EVERY DISEASE MAN IS HEIR TO" Is the expression so often heard and used in describing the troubles and complaints afflicting humanity. Many diseases are handed down to individuals from parent to parent, while again, through lack of training and knowledge, we acquire the germs of disease at first hand, and the process of destruction of the fine tissues of the body is begun, ending in misery and death. 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J, Winston read a Stock Association of the Grand| Paper on the ‘‘Dual Nature. of United Order of Moses at. their Man"” before the Emergency Baptist annual meeting a few days’ago, | Ministerial Meeting’ at Enon Bap: declared a dividend of 12 per cent | tist Chureh Monday. ‘The paper was and reelected the vld board of! @ philosophical and psychological "directors, {treatment of man. A lengthy dis- The order owns the’ fee simple cussion followed. At the close of property at 6(8 N Eutaw street, the meeting, a generous offering Pith two houses on the rear,valued|/Was given Lee and Hayes Uni- at $20,000. ‘The last. outstanding | versity. . undebtednéss due outside parties, ——_ amounting to $3,333.33, was paid amonntine to tne board of directors WILBERFORCE GRADUATE PREACHES are: Soloman A. Bond, president, Rev. James C. Carter, graduate se: ea Davenport, -secretary;|Of Wilberforce University, filled ‘Abraham Briscoe, secretary ; James] the pulpit at Payne ‘Memorial A. Reeds. actnory; ‘Thomas. P.|[M:, 2. Church Sunday. night He Kelson, Hazel Thomas, Andrew A. left this week for Allen University, Spriggs, Sr., William H. Lively, Columbia, S. C.,where he will pur- Dennis Halland J. W. A. Roane, |£u¢ special courses. ~ pnerry nome weoona = /SIXTIETH ANNUAL SESSION DR ee et te A ‘very pretty house wedding was solemnized. on last Thursday evening, at 618 George street, when Mrs. Maggie Brown, was married to Mr. Henry May. ‘The ceremoey was performed at 8 o’clock by Rev Nathaniel Johnson, of Metro- politan M..E. Church. The bride was attired in a gown of white tmull with insertion and trimmed with guilt beading, wearing a long bridal veil and carried a beautiful boquet of crysanthemums, Her sister, Miss Fannie Dumpsey, was bride’s maid, while Mr. George U. CG. King, officiated as best man, The house was beautifully decorated with potted plants and flowers. The reception followed from eight until eleven o'clock, AN ENJOYABLE STAG An enjoyable stag party was given on Tuesday evening of las week by Mr. John W. Gooaia, ai hia newly purchased residence 52( Robert street. Among those present were Messrs. James W. Lee, James C. “Robertson, jHerbert Y. Johnson, George H. C. King, Theodore Roberts, John’ W, Goodin, T.. E. Brown, and George Quigley. Mr. Charles Johnson was toastmaster, assisted by Mr. Carter Clark. The table was beautifully decorated and the menu consisted of the delica- cies of the season. PURITY LODGE TREASURER IN TROUBLE William S. Haynes, treasurer 01 Purity Lodge of Knights of Pythias, was held for the action of the Grand Jury Tuesday for the alleged embezzlement of $150 of the funds of the lodge. ‘He was arrested Monday, following the discovery of a shortages. Haines was very popular with his lodge brothers. He is also an offi- cer in the Uniform Rank. The books of the lodge were partially audited at his home two weeks ago, and the work was finished later at the home of another member. Haines gave a collation to the auditing committee and a few friends the evening that the com- mittee met at his home. ‘The accused was happily married, and only last Friday night celebrat- ed hia wedding anniversary. QUIETLY MARRIED Mr, Asbury Henry, of 14il Pennsylvania avenue and Mrs. Venetta Ryan of Argyle avenue, were married at the parsonage by Rev. Alfred Young on last Wednes- day evening, January 13 at 8 p. m. The happy couple will reside at the above address where the groom is conducting a very successful business. A few of their relatives were present to witness the cere- mony. TENDERED A RECEPTION Mrs, Eliza Lyons, Miss Tolson, Miss Norris, of 1218 Argyle avenue gave a reception Thursday, January 7, in honor of their friends. The dining ream was beautifully deco- rated. The table “as laden with the delicacies of the sezson. Among these who were’ present were: Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Greene, Mr. and Mrs. Palmer. Mrs. M. Monroe, of Aqvuasco, Md., Mrs: E. ‘Howard, Miss Blanche White, Miss M. Lyons, Miss S.. Dent of Ellicott City, Md.,Miss-R. Douglass, Miss #. Gross, Miss BE. Leles, Mr. Wesley Palmer,Mr. P. Jefferson, Mc. Wm. Lyons, Mr. 8. and J. Craig, Mr. G. Gibson and others. The ladies were ell in evening dresses. Adv: “Phe Penny Club of Bethel Church held. the: first: meeting of the year ‘Thotsday, January. 2, at the home ‘Of Mrs, Harding. 1715. Dsuid Hill avenue. : Alter transaction:of husi- piesa they. were entertained with a pleasant talk: by Mrs. Anna ‘Miller “and. then ushered: in the. ginivg room’ where covers, wers laid for “twenty-three. o Me... Lily; Harding, - eeeretary; “Peanoos Devine: president; °° 8 |. REY, WINSTON READS A PAPER | Rev. Dr. W. J. Winston read a paper on the “‘Dual Nature of Man’’ before the Emergency Baptist Ministerial Meeting at Enon Baps tist Church Monday. The paper was ‘a philosophical and psychological ‘treatment.of man. A lengthy dis: cussion followed. -At the close of the meeting, a generous offering was given Lee and Hayes Uni- versity. . WILBERFORCE GRADUATE PREACHES Rev. James :C. Carter,a graduate of Wilberforce University, filled the pulpit at Payne Memorial A. M. E. Church Sunday night. He left this week for Allen University, Columbia, S. C.,where he will pur- sue special courses, SIXTIETH ANNUAL SESSION NE ORDER OF CHALDEANS The sixtieth annual session of the Grand United Order of Chaldens convened at Good Hope Hall, Tues- day, December 15, 1914, with the Grand Master, William H, Garrett, presiding. The order in general is in a prosperous condition. Among the visitors were: Brothers Edward Scott, and his cabinet; from the Dis- trict of Columbia; John. E. Doug- lass and others, from Cambridge, Ind. ‘The culinary department was in charge of the Ladies Auxiliary, Mrs, Henrietta Norman, president, fo Fee oP Bi. hee <> < a Se eet. 22 S20) de SR Bi es “See eee) \ eee "ey SION \ aS PONG i a 2 Ag PNUWARD POWRTT.. ‘The following were elected for the ensuing term: William H. Garret, grand master; Moses C Cross, deputy grand master; Mat- tie Daniels, grand mistress; Annie R. Carr,associate mistress; Edward Powell, grand secretary; Bettie Tilghman,grand treasurer; William Joynes, grand chaplain; John Har- ‘ison, grand orator; Wm. G. Price, grand lecturer; Arthur Johnson, grand marshat;Cornelius Williams, right conductor; Carrie Bell, left conductor; John E. Slocum, right superintendent; Frank Brown, left superintendent, John W. Phillips, inner guard; Jobn E. Davis, ovter guard ;Harry Morris,grand warden. ADVGGATES A SCHOOL OF BUSINESS PURSHITS That there should he a-school of business pursuits where colored boys and girls could be’ trained in the arts of trade and that there are many prcfitable avenues of business neglected by the race, were avsert- ed by Harry O. Wilson, president of the Mutual Benefit Society, in an address before the Forum last Sunday, His address was the first of 2 series to be given by successful business. men. Dance halls, in which well-raised youn women are allowed to-mingle with the lewd.the hulls of fraternal orders where ésinks are on sale and ‘the tendency to imitate those things that do not make for real progress were scored. A higher standard,intellectually, morally and socially was urged. He also declartd_ that churches are poorly manaed on account of Jack of business exocrience. YIVER Wer ABB" FIRE AL LAWYER MEDARB'S The. library ia the home of W. C. McCard,294.Druid Hill avenue was badly dameged. by the ex. plosion.of a gas firelog Sunday afternoon. 4 ““Miss Irma Brice, Mr. Carring: ton L. Davis 2nd Mr. and. Mre. McCard were in the room at the time, but eseaped. injury, fortu- nately. . Miss. Maggie Dashiell, who was guite sick ut the home of her aunt, Mrs. John Nelson of Lanvale street departed this Jife-at-her late home, White Heaven, Md =John Smith vis quite ill at hig home,-1819 Division street... THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER free. NG THE TIME | fh ee eee TEE eee PIED RK That beautiful strictly colored suburb to secute your building site for your future home. Outinthe open, Free from’ un- healthy and narrow streets. Low taxes and no ground rents. Prices. at present extremely low for such valuable property. Terms very easy, on a broad and liberal contract. Free ticket at any time to see this property by applying at the office or we will send Agent with plats and all de- tall, oe ee wg PatapscoParkLandCo. 106 LAW BUILDING | ‘Phone: St, Peul 3119» BALTIMORE, MD. ‘Who Will Win The Ring! Leading Charitable Effort of the Season: w«PRIZE EXHIBITION, OFILL AND DANCE... At the Old Fifth Armory (RICHMOND ARMORY) For benefitof The Maryland Home for Friendless Children ~~ Tuesday Evening, January 19th, 1915 Special Feature: Basket Bali Game: Colored High School Vs. Dunbar A, A, Continuous Music by Commonwealth Orchestra, Prof. Charies L. Harris, Leader Dancing under the direction of Mr. Ernest Purviance ADMISSION 25 CENTS @ ‘The person selling the highest numbér of tickets over 100 will win a diamond ring. Miss Evelyn Mackall, Pres. Miss Mary A. Bennett, Treas. Miss Lottie L. Down, Secretary Mrs. Annie S. Williams, Chairman, fH pnn encnial Ties AXORUFF TDCATMENT. | _U SPEGMLTIESY “2 (TREATHENT 5 i i SANDER’S | i BARBER SHOP (SLET DRUIDHIEL AVE, AND | PERSANAL NOTES,,|neser ot the Macsiand Cro the. Marpland Gren Mr. Samuel Chase, one 0% the ‘oldest members of the. Bethel A. M. E. Church and the oldest undertaker in the city, is ill at his home, 14€0 Mosher street. Mr. John Morsell, who has been ill. a hia home, 1144 Russell street, from typhoid fever, 1s able to be out again. Pratt’s $27 Druid Hill avenue, Rev. Joseph L. Butler, a pastor of Walters A. M. B. Zion Church, Philadelphia, is spending part of each week at his local residence. 305 N. Pine street. Mrs. Leah Hallis, of $13 Vine street, has returned fro: a visit to Virginia. Mrs, Rose M. Oliver, of Brezil, Ind., is visiting her mather, Mrs. M. E. Murphy, of 1820 Druid: ili avenue. Mrs. Marpay haa been ill for some weeks. Goto Pratt's, 827 Mr. James Wheatley is home after visiting bis parents in Poco- roke City, and his aunt in Cris- field. Md, Mr. Wheatley is welt noma in society here. Mrs. Paul Lee and her Jittle son have been here from Beston, Ma:s., for the last four montna. She hax improved greatly in health and willreturn home Thursday, January ld, Mrs. Martha Lucas, 184 Liltle Monument etrect, who has been quite sick is cow improving. Mrs. Fannie Fields, of 602 Pyest- man street,~ who has. been sick is now improving. ~ Only the best at Pratt’s < Mr. John Goldsborough of 2100 Division street, is contined ty his room with a severe cold; ~* CDAN , , xy GRAND CITIZENS’ RECEPTION GIVEN UNDER THE AUSPICES OF : THE EVA JENIFER NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB ...AT.THE RICHMOND MARKET ARMORY... TUESDAY EVENING, FEB. 2nd, 1915 ‘BASKET BALL BASKET BALL ‘Washington High School Vs, Baltimore High School MUSIC BY THE COMMONWEALTH BAND ADMISSION 25. CENTS Mrs, Mamie E. Jones, President. Mrs, Annie Wright, Ist Vice President, Mrs. M:'L. Freeland, Secretary. Mrs. Edmonia Tields, 2nd Vice Pres, : Mrs. Lucy Day, Treasurer. Mrs. Martha Thompson, Chr. Ways and Means AGENTS WANTED Men who want to. work to better. their condition in life, here is one of the: best opportunities ever offered yoy to make big money quick, and at the same time help your fellow mankind along the road to prosperity by selling him one or more of those valuable building sites at Pata. sco Park. For agency apply between 12.30 and 3 p. m,’ omee ot Patapseo Park Land Co., room 106 Law Building first floor. eR MESS ee ee ee ) Phone Madison-4850-Y (Oaly) j P..H. PRATT REAL ESTATE BROKER & INS. @ Two & Three Story Houses Bought and:Sold on Easy Terms I ) In Any Section of the City nouRS i 70 to 845 A.M, . f EBHOEM Residence: 1322Argyle‘Ave., Balto, Hd { Se aD TD a ND PINE FD ODP FS ... YOUNW’S. HAIR FOOD... Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it aud purifies the scalp} One 25 cent can: will convince? : Scientifically prepared at— YOUNG’S: PHARMAG, Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street #2 FET IVY TV VV UV IV VV VV UV YEYY 9 VYUVVVYVVVVUVUVUVVVYYV YS. » TEL. MADISON 3322.-¥ -aRe : Harvey R. Williams ; * SANTPARY PLUMBING....... > SEWERAGE CONNECTIONS , Installation of Steam and Hot Water Heating : No Job Too Large. Terms Arranged > 1513 PRESSTMAN STREET BALTIMORE, MD. PD AAAARALAAADAAABAAAAAAASANOAAAL RADE AAAARAARSAAAL ARN Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertakér in Prices JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALHER : Compre $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00, Complete A Bue ensket worth $65.00, in black clot ‘ steel gray or white plush highly polished oak or walout outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearse cither black, gray cx white, to match casket, as desired; six heated cat riages, new end up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening grave advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, ora cifix when desired, rugs, chair s ete., all of the latest designs, This faneral cost elsewheressseseusssnseseasssssnesinersneersss B186:00 My price$73.00......375.00 _,. Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 Other Funersis 2s low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $173 No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals, Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.09 Complete. 1222 Division St., bet, Dolphin and Lanvale. Renidence C. & P. Phane. Mad. 4067 Madison 4923—M Samuel E. Young, a past grand master of the Maryland Grand Lodge sf Masons, has ‘been chosen a member of the Grand Jury for the January term. He has served on previous grand juries. DO'IT NOW! BECOME AMEMBER OF THE NEW ERA BULLDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION OF BALTIMORE CITY . AUTHORIZED CAPITAL $20,000 Twenty Thousand Dollars Meets every Wednesnay evening from seven to nine O'clock, at 78 W. Biddle strect, Arthur L. Johnson, Pres. Lewis E. Williams. Vice Pres. Samuel ‘T, Hemsley, Se-serary William Lewis, Asst. Secy. Nelson fries, Treasurer Geo, W. E. MeMechen, Solicitar Board of Birgtons Api L-Jehnsen, Les Willams, Saruc T. Hemsley. Win Lon Ape eee SANS ON MORTGAGES AND OETAW monies BES newraan N. Dulin sud Cranes | Automobile For Sale $250.00 Stoddard Dayton, five passenger au- tomnbile 1912 model. Ia first class condition. Will arrange terms to suit. Apply to Blainey Moten 1723 McCulioh | Street, FACCURACY ONLY THE PERLE PO RL eae ACCURACY’ ONLY. THE FEN FL ’ 3 Ry i } STD) Best AT. PENI 5 PHARA ‘ é eer _ We use only pure and fresh drugs and chemicals ¢ 2 ¥E= fin allour compounding. That is why we have ® 3 fio, the confidence of your physician. ‘ ? re st IF YOU ARE ILL; Consult, your physician and let us 4 4 PURITY compound your preseriation ot a reasonable price. . ) Patent Aelaciags af SaeRate Pcizes Mulan Walker's Hair Grower on Salt 4 3 Oral Aull Aye, and Biddle St. Baltimore Md. j 7 _ Don't go down town when you can. get what you want at Fennell’s Proft 8 > Skaring Comer : i DD APA PD ae DAT A A AY RE MO Ae OBE 4 A A tt py ct eee te heh " Vernon 8309 Y First Clasa Service Prait’s Restaurant OYSTERS IN EVERY STYLE 827 Druid Hill Ave., Balto., Md. Stobert L. Pratt. Prop. FOR RENT—A desirable 2 story house for party of two. First floor completely furnished modern im- proveaents. Apply to Thomas F. Hardy, 2012 Division street, Saltimove. PEPORITET TET ES LIV TE SF IOUT # EIVTV IV IV VEIN I TOT TENT TTT ~ C.& P. Phone Madison 3224 M ; > : > : James F, Hall | > : Mt. Auburn Marble Co. ; Spootal Prions On Hl Churen Work P Saterior And: Extevior Work 1... > Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing > Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds, Mantles. = Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue 3 POAAAADAAS, ASAAMAARAAALAAALS BALAARARAAAD AAA OAL AAALAAAS 4 FOR SALE - Asplendid 3 story, § room. — Resi dence, 600 bieek West Lafayette ave- ‘nue, ' Ground rant only $13 00, Terms $75.0) cash, bolance like rent. Wap. 2. ‘Parker, $17 Druid Hill avenue, | FOR SALE A-very desirabie 2 story, store front ‘dwelling, Pennsylva: ia avenue, o:-po- site Lizh School. Ground rent $75 00 ‘Term $109.09 cash, batanze like rent. Wia, Re Parkes, 917 Druid Hill avenue. | POR Sas , Very dvsitable residence, 1750. black Druid Hillavense, 3 story, ¥ room and hath, Ground reat $50.00" Long vare, cem- nted cellar. Good condition, terms $160.90 casa, 35.75 a week. Win. Parker; 917 Druid Hill avenue. a GET iP-AT.... »,. Popular Prices |. STOKES and DERRY'S | L 1016 Bruid Hill Avenue, Cor, Oxford Qo DRUGS FOR SALE Eight roum house-and lot 30x100 fts, Located in the town of Denton, »Care- fine Co., Md.,.eorser Dry and Sixth streets, Going at a sacrifice. . Apply Gross & Grant, 2031 Division St.,. Bal- timore, Md:,. 0" Ee