The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXIII. NO.24 SOUTHERN PROFESSORS' VIEW OF RACE PROBLEM Dr. Brough Sounds Warning Note Against Isolation of the Race In Many Economic Activities WHITES WILL FEEL EFFECTS Altho Fairly Liberal for a South erner, Dr. Brough Classes the Race as "Alien and Little Rock, Ark., February 4. In an interesting report as chairman of the University Commission on the Southern Race Question, Dr. Charles Hillman Brough, professor of economics and sociology in the University of Arkansas, discusses the race question from various angles. The members of this commission are professors in eleven of the leading white universities and colleges in the South, and they are giving serious attention to the study of the so-called Negro problem. In several colleges of the South there are courses dealing with the race question. The Phelps-Stokes Fund maintains fellowships at the University of Virginia and the University of Georgia, the holders of which must study the Negro from various angles while pursuing courses in economics, sociology and history. Dr. Brough strikes a warning note against the isolation of the colored people from various activities, pleads for industrial education, upholds segregation in public carriers, says the race is in need of a better trained ministry and denominates the Negro as "an inferior and alien race." His attitude is the one of the liberal Southerner who believes that the race is not being treated fairly in the South, but who is not prepared to advocate that the race be treated exactly as are other component parts of the population of the United States. "In the Southern States," says Dr. Brough, "there are today no points of social contact whatever where the two races meet and exchange ideas. Separate schools, separate churches, separate telephones, the 'Jim Crow' car, restrictions of ballot, not to mention violent anti-Negro political agitation in at least two of the States, have produced an alienation of the two races without a parallel. Everywhere throughout the South, despite physical contact in a business war, the two peoples live and move in totally different worlds of thought and feeling." The effect of this social isolation of the Nerves, says Dr. Brough, is of the greatest importance to the white as well as the black man, and in a note of warning he adds that "the closing of the door of equality of opportunity to the Negro and his persistent intellectual and moral pauperization must in the end react upon the civilization of the white." "in my humble opinion," he continues, "it is better to admit the Negro to all the stimulus and the inspiration of the white's social heritage, so far as it applies to economic equality of opportunity given through industrial education, in so far as it does not endanger the integrity of the social heritage itself, than to encourage an ignorant and debased citizenship by his neg- lect and repression. It is, of course plain that every murder, or lynching bee, or cowardly terrorizing of a weaker race sets in motion subtle educational forces which react upon both groups. It furnishes social copy' for the rising generation of blacks, brutalizing and barbarizing their own souls and ultimately cheapening the whole tone of the civilization of the future. "In a far deeper and more tragic sense, however, does the repressed and isolated Negro become the Nemesis of the white. For by being a winning partner in a process of repression the white voluntarily surrounds himself with a group of lower economic efficiency, less exacting moral standards, unsanitary homes, and outlook on human life devoid of the stimulus of hope and the goad of ambition. Lower the tone of the environment, and it becomes an easy matter to take a 'moral holiday,' without any 'moral insurance,' Murphy, in 'The Basis of Race Ascendancy,' puts this argument very strongly, when he says that 'to say that the stronger tends to become more brutal because the weak is brutal, or slovenly because the weak is slovenly, is to touch the process only on its surface. The deeper fact is not that of imitation nor yet that of contagion. It is that tragedy of recurrent accommodations of habitual self-adjustment to lower conceptions of life and to feebler notion of excellence, which is nothing less than education in its descending and contractive forms.' "The South feels, however, that race integration and solidarity in a social sense are absolutely necessary to promote the best interests of both races. While willing to concede equality of opportunity in an economic sense, she is unalterably opposed to the misegation of the race, and views with genuine alarm the increase in the number of malattos from 1,132,060, or 152 per cent. in 1899, to 2,050,686, or 20.9 per cent. in 1910. The fundamental incompatibilities of racial temperament and tradition which operate to make the great majority of actual unions between the two groups unhappy, and the fact that many of those who do enter upon these unions belong to the criminal or anti-social element of both groups, would seem to indicate that the concentration of such unions by the better elements of both races has a substantial basis." CAMPAIGN TO HELP MERCY HOSPITAL Philadelphia, February 4. —A campaign to raise funds to erect a suitable building for Mercy Hospital will be inaugurated on Feb 12, the occasion being the eighth anniversary of the institution The hospital is now located at 17th and Fitzwater streets, but a new site was recently purchased in the 1400 block of South 22nd street. The hospital will be the center of an elaborate scheme of community uplift and social work. One of the id-as is to build a home in the country for convalescents. It is the idea to erect a monero building in the city, and G. Grant Williams, of the Philadelphia Tribune, will have charge of the campaign to raise the necessary funds. Dr. Algernon B. Jackson is the chief of staff for the hospital. The Frederick Douglass Hospital, the oldest colored hospital here, is located in a $100,000 building on Lombard street, near 16th. BOOKLOVERS CLUB MEETS The Book'overs' Club held its semi-monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. Mollie Rodman, on North Calhourn street, last Saturday night. Miss Irma Bruce presented a review of Jane Auten's "Pride and Prejudice" and Mason A. Hawkins offered the criticism. LIBERIA IS WILLING TO TRADE WITH U.S. LIBERIA IS WILLING TO TRADE WITH U.S. European War Has Cut Off Most of Trade With England and Germany WILL PAY CASH FOR PRODUCTS President Howard Says Merchants Would Receive a Fair Profit Washington, January 28.—According to a bulletin issued by the Department of Commerce and Labor Liberia is more than willing to take food and other products from the United States in exchange for fiber, palm oil, palm kernels, oil, coffee, ivory, ebony and other Liberian products. The people of that country are also willing to pay cash for needed products, such as sugar, flour and meats. Since the outbreak of the European War, Liberia's trade with Germany and France has been cut off, and that with England greatly lessened. English ships have only brought small quantities of supplies, but have not taken away Liberian products. The failure to receive imports has greatly decreased the customs receipts of the little West African republic. Dr. George W. Buckner, the American minister to Liberia, has been urged to bring the possibilities of trade with the country to the attention of the merchants of the United States. Consul Lyon has repeatedly brought to the notice of the State department the great desire of Liberians for extensive trade relations with this country, also the present trying situation due to the war in Europe. The Liberian government has always relied upon the friendship of the United States. This government has never taken anything but the kindliest interest therein. France and Great Britain have not however, taking Liberian territory. The American Colonization Society at its annual meeting here recently, adopted a declaration that such action was wrong that the society would insist upon its right to locate immigrants in any portion of the territory, present and former, of the republic. "The right or authority of Liberia," said President Henry L. E. Johnson, of the Colonization Society, "under duress or otherwise, without our sanction, to cede or of Great Britain and France to annex territory in Liberia belonging to and owned by the American Colonization Society must be determined by this corporation, and any and all lost equities restored through the diplomatic agencies of the nations involved." The society invokes its rights in the organic treaty or agreement made in 1848, establishing Liberia, as an automatic government. By this agreement the sovereignty over Liberia was recognized as a dual government chosen by the electorate of the republic and exercised under the supervision and authority of the American Colonization Society. The latter has not taken advantage of his right in years, however, former President James Madison and Henry Clay drew the agreement. MINORITY SOUTH RULES NATION C. Manning Says Southern Oligarchy Is Now In Control Of General Government WHITES ALSO DISFRANCHISED Attempting to Imprint Their Conceptions of Justice Upon Country's Public Sentiment New Bedford, Mass., Feb. 3. That an oligarchy in the white South first sought control over the colored people, then became the political masters of the majority of the white people of this section and are now in control of the general government was asserted by Joseph C. Manning, an Alabama white man, in an address before a gathering at Bethel A. M. E. Church a few evenings ago. His subject was "The Repressed South Paramount as an Issue in American Politics." "Prior to the Civil War," he said, "insisting upon it as a right, the slave-holding Democratic party held representation in the national government on a basis of representation which included three-fifths of the slave population. Five slaves of the South voiced for by Southern masters were pitted in the basis of representation with three white citizens of the free North. The continued aggression of the audacious leadership of the present so-called Democratic party of the South has not only finally brought about the usurpation of representation for practically all the colored population, but has, brought a system of political intrigue and political repression, accomplished the suffrage elimination of more than half the white male population of voting age in the far Southern States. "Having obtained domination over the masses of the people of the South, by subverting popular government, this regime is now controlling general government, while with this force and fraud acquired power, Southern leadership is now seeking to plant and to foster their prejudice and ideas on the government at Washington and to imprint their conceptions of human justice upon the public sentiment of this country. MINORITY RULE NATION "How great this political repression in the Southern States has be come is not grasped by the people of this country. Through the adroit representations of those who dominate in the States of the South the rest of the country has been caused to have the general opinion that the Democratic party of the South and the white South are one and the same thing. This Democratic party in the Southern States is neither a Democracy nor is it the white South. Just as was the slave owning regime a minority ruling the South constituting, as it did, government of, for, and by a class, so is the existing condition one of minority government in the South." The minority element dominating the South today is the political progeny of the Democratic party of slavery. The intolerant and arrogant leadership in the slave-holding Democratic party is embodied in the spirit of repression which characterizes the leadership of those responsible for present conditions." He then cited the fact that the Republican vote of the South had dwindled since 1896, that the black belt counties of Alabama were fraudulently counted as voting for disfranchisement, while the white counties were counted as being against it. He pointed out that when disfranchisement went into PRICE THREE CENTS effect in Alabama that there were 232,294 white citizens of voting age and 181,479 colored in the same class. He said that now there are only 150,000 whites voting, while only about 3,000 colored have been allowed to register. EDITOR TROTTER HOME FROM SPEAKING TOUR Boston, Mass., February 4. Since returning from his Western trip, where he delivered a number of addresses attacking all forms of racial discrimination and told of his famous interview with President Wilson regarding segregation in Washington, W. Monroe Trotter has been kept busy acknowledging the receipt of congratulatory letters from friends of human rights in all sections of the country. Mr. Trotter says he was well received everywhere, and that he found a growing sentiment growing among the race against discriminations. A number of his admirers and friends of the cause of human rights have started a fund that will enable him to continue publishing the Boston Guardian. FORMER GRAND MASTER OF TRUE REFORMERS DEAD Richmond, Vt., February 4.—Rev. W. L. Taylor, former grand master of the Grand Fountain of the True Reformers, died at his home in a nearby suburb from paralysis Wednesday of last week. He was stricken several days before his death. The deceased was about 60 years of age. He was one of the first public school teachers in Virginia and later became a Baptist minister. He succeeded the late W. W. Brown as grand master of the True Reformers. During his regime the Order gained many adherants and property was secured in a number of cities. Several years ago, R. T. Hill, cashier of the bank of the Order, absconded with a large sum of money it is alleged. The bank failed and later the Order went into the hands of receivers. It was found out that there were many unpaid death claims and that the properties of the Order were heavily mortgaged. Grand Master Taylor, Secretary W.P. Burrell and one or two others were indicted in connection with the failure of the Order, but were acquitted. Hill, the cashier, has never been located. BALTIMOREANS WILL GO TO NEW ORLEANS Bishop and Mrs. John Hurst, Rev. A. L. Gaines and Mrs. Margaret P. Hill will be among the Baltimoreans who will attend the sessions of Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the A. M. E. Church and that of Bishops' Council at New Orleans next week. Bishop and Mrs. L J Coppin will also be there. Before reaching New Orleans, Dr. Gaines will attend meeting of the Board of Education of the A. M. E. Church of which he is a member. Bishop Hurst will hold the sessions of two of his Florida Conferences before returning to Baltimore. CAN SEGREGATE IN SUNDAY SCHOOL SAYS COURT Brainerd, Minn., February 4. In a recent decision, Juedge W. S. McCienahan, of the District Court, ruled that a Sunday school had the right to exclude or segregate a person on account of race. The decision was in the action brought by Miss Mary C. Marshall, colored, who claimed that the Sunday school had no right under the civil rights law to compel her to sit apart from the whites. Representative Educators Hold Conference With U. S. Commissioners of Education Hampton, Tuskegee, Fisk and Atlanta Held Us. As The Best Ideals Washington, February 4.—Representative of the various denominations and educational associations doing work among colored people met in the office of United States Commissioner of Education P. P. Claxton Tuesday to consider some questions of vital interest. Those present considered the duplication of schools, standardization of curricula and a plan to have institutions live up to the class for which they are named. Dr. Claxton pointed out that the United States Bureau of Education was interested in the work being done in colored schools and colleges and wanted them to preserve the best traditions. He said that several schools of the same grade in one community are usually unnecessary and that educational institutions boasting the name of "college" or "university" should be made up to live up to the grade. It was pointed that such schools as Fisk University, Atlanta University, Tuskegee and Hampton preserve the best ideal of their respective classes and that they should be a model. It was admitted that the consolidation of schools would be somewhat difficult, as Atlanta, for instance, where there are four colored colleges and in Nashville, where there are several. Those in attendance freely exchanged opinions and it was brought in the discussion that the race raised hundreds of thousands annually for education. Among those in attendance were: Dr. James H. Dillard, of the Jeanes and Slater Funds; Rev. A. L. Gaines, of Baltimore, a member of the Board of Education of the A. M. E. Church; Dr. James A. Bray, commissioner of education for the Colored M. E. Church; Dr I. Garland Penn, one of the secretaries of the Freedmen's Aid Bureau of the M. E. Church, and Prof. S. G. Atkins, secretary of education for the A. M. E. Zion Church. MRS. BRUGE TO TALK AT CIVIC LEAGUE LUNCHEON The annual meeting of the Woman's Cooperative Civic League will be held at Pythian Castle, McCalloh and Preston streets, this Saturday afternoon. A luncheon will precede the business session, and it is expected that 250 women will be served. The guest of honor will be Mrs. B. K. Bruce, of Washington, wife of the late Senator from Mississippi. She will deliver the principal address. Mrs. B. W. Cochran and a delegation from the Woman's Civic League are expected to attend the business session. Dr. William Fort, of the Medical and Chirurgical Society, will also deliver an address. S1250 FOR FANNIE GOPPIN MEMORIAL $1,250 FOR FANNIE COPPIN MEMORIAL Philadelphia, February 4.—The Fanny Jackson Memorial Association, at a meeting on the second anniversary of Mrs. Coppin's death reported that $1,250 had been secured toward a scholarship fund in memory of the deceased educator. Mrs. Coppin was for many years principal of the old Institute for Colored Youth and hundreds of men and women received their training under her supervision. LEADERSHIP OF BISHOP COPPIN POPULAR WITH THE MASSES Reports From the Various Conferences of the A. M. E. Denomination In Two Southern States Praise Zealous Work of Lay Members—Appreciates Assistance of the Press. BY GEORGE F. KING. Philadelphia.—That the Right Rev. Bishop Levi J. Coppin, D. D., the noted authority on African missions, author, pulpitier and an uncompromising advocate of equal opportunities for the race along all lines, is loved by the communicants of his conferences and by members of other denominations was strikingly emphasized at his recent conferences held in North and South Carolina. The work of this remarkable character is encouraging the activities of our people in many directions. Through his manly, Christian bearing Bishop Coppin has the co-operation of many able and industrious white men in and out of his denomination, some of whom were present at the sessions of the conference held at Roxboro, N.C. These white men stood up for fair play in dealing with the race question and encouraged the Rev. Mr. Coppin in his great work. The cause of proper education for the race was ably represented by the bishop, who is bringing things to pass through the co-operation of the church with its loyal membership. These conferences silently argue the fact that by love of justice and Christian fellowship the two races will dwell together in this country in peace. Thus when the pulpit stands for righteousness it is safe to assume that public sentiment with respect to races and individuals will not be diverted in any other than channels of peace and good will. Emotionalism at these conferences was harnessed to the extent that multitudes were benefited and led along the P. BISHOP LEVI J. COPPIN. upward path. Splendid endeavors for home and foreign missions on the part of the women's organizations of the conferences inspired the members to greater activity. This spirit always characterizes the conferences of Bishop Coppin. In spite of the dark hours in the realm of finance the presence of Bishop Coppin rallied his men and with his native Christian spirit, refinement and culture, lent inspiration to them, and we especially mention the two conferences in North Carolina, where both men and women worked like Trojans and brought up rounded reports. In a recent interview with the writer Bishop Coppin said: "A round of seven conferences during the months of November and December, 1914, five in South Carolina and two in North Carolina, revealed the fact that the African Methodist Episcopal church, founded by Richard Allen in 1816, is coming up to the century milestone with great promise. One of the signs of progress and a larger volume of work in the future is the representative part that the laymen are taking in all forward movements." It was a lay delegate in one of the conferences who suggested that each member of the conference volunteer the per capita amount necessary to keep the conference from falling behind in the amount raised for the general fund. This fund is used for home and foreign missions, the cause of education and to assist in the support of superannuated preachers, widows and orphans. It was the laymen who took the lead in a movement to raise sufficient funds to pay the debt on Kittrell college, at Kittrell, N. C. The women of the church are raising more funds than ever before for the mission fields. News comes to us from across the water that our mission work in South Africa is greatly affected by the terrible conflict of nations now going on, especially as it relates to the Anglo-German war in South Africa. Not the least among the encouraging signs noticeable during our round of conferences were the reports given by certain leading newspapers of the work. All movements for the good of humanity and the uplift in general of mankind that are shut out from press notice must suffer very much in comparison with that which has behind it Scholarly Attainments and Success of Professor J. E. K. Aggrey. By JOHN E. BRUCE. For twelve or fifteen years Professor J. E. K. Aggrey has been an instructor in Livingstone college, Salisbury, N. C. He has been a painstaking teacher, thoroughly in sympathy with his students and thoroughly in love with his work. He is a conscientious student, and like a great many young Africans who go to Europe or America for study, he does not believe in being a "tailender." Aggrey's motto is "Be thoroughed," and he impresses this upon all his students at Livingstone. Last summer he took the course in economics in Columbia college and did his work so thoroughly that he led his class in sociology, discovering a knowledge of that study for which the professor and his classmates were not quite prepared to accept, many of the latter being men and women of southern birth. Mr. Aggrey's department during the term was such as to win him the confidence and respect of his professors and classmates. At the close of the term he wrote in Latin (another surprise, a poem, which he dedicated to his professors and classmates, which appeared in the college journal and called forth many favorable comments from those who saw it. Mr. Aggrey was born on the Gold Coast of Africa and is identified with the ruling families on the coast. At home his munk would be that of a prince. He is well and favorably known in England, is a member of the Hellenic Society, London; the Roman society, London; the Royal Society of Arts, and is a corresponding member of the Negra Society For Historical Research, Yethers, N. Y. He is also a regularly ordained clergyman of the A. M. E. Zion church, a duet, able expounder of the gospel, possessing an attractive and pleasing style in which earnestness and logic and clearness of statement abound. As a beacure on his favorite topic, "Economics," he is brilliant and enthusiastic. On racial questions, particularly as they concern his beloved Africa, he is a walking encyclopedia. He is intensely racial, and it is always a pleasure to talk with a man who is as proud of his black skin as he is, and of the glorious record of those mighty sons of Ethiopia, who named the stars and gave to modern civilization what it knows of art, science, religion, navigation, etc. Mr. Aggrey in addition to being professor of English literature in Livingstone college, is also an associate editor of the Industrial Messenger. This paper is published fortnightly during the school term and monthly during vacation, in the interest of the industrial department of Livingstone college. It is an ably edited, five column folio. Professor Aggrey is yet a young man, but he is destined in the coming years to fill a large space in the public eye. Being a fine speaker, his services will be in demand during the vacation season. But he is so modest one would never know from him what he is capable of doing. We are glad to introduce this brilliant young African scholar and gentleman to the public. He is a Christian gentleman "sans pour et sans reproche." WEST AFRICAN PROMOTER ARRIVES AT SIERRA LEONE Natives Give Chief Sam Warm Welcome—Sails For Gold Coast. It will be good news to the friends of Chief Sam, the African Moses who is leading a movement looking to the commercial redemption of the black race, to learn that he and his party have safely arrived in West Africa. The following note from the Sierra Leone Weekly News may be of interest. "We understand that during this week by the closest investigation of the papers, Jan. 5, the Liberia discloses she is not a prize ship, as was reported, and that her release was expected in a few days. The ship has had no contact whatever with the enemy and was actually at anchor loading a cargo of salt in a neutral port when she was seized on suspicion, and only four hours were allowed her to get up steam ready for sea. "Part of her cargo had to be abandoned, and it was with some inconvenience that provisions for the voyage for Sierra Leone could be got within the prescribed time. The Liberia was dying the British flag and was registered at Bridgegown, Barbados an English colony." Since the above was published the Liberia has landed at Sierra Leone, where a great public meeting was held in honor of Chief Sam and his party, at which many able addresses were delivered by prominent Sierra Leoneans and by Chief Sam and some of the Americans with him. The Liberia is now on route to the Gold Coast with the O. K. of the English government. Pittsburgh Pythians Keep Together. The thirteenth anniversary and public installation of the officers of Golden Eagle lodge No. 22. Knights of Pythias, was held at the Mount Ararat Baptist church. Eastend, Pittsburgh, Sunday. Jan. 31. The Rev. Jacob Groggin delivered the sermon, and the history of the lodge was read by Colonel Andrew I. Lewis. The officers installed for the ensuing year are the following named persons: Arthur Thomas C. C.; Morton Callahan. V. C.; Chatman Johnson. P. L.; John Braban. M. of W.; J. M. Moore. M. of E.; W. E. Harris. M. of F.; William Gibbon, K. of P. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Lesson VI.—First Quarter, For Feb. 7, 1915. Text of the Lesson, Ruth i, 6-18. Memory Vases, 15, 17—Golden Text, Ruth i, 15—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Siasarna. We have just one lesson in this beautiful story of Ruth, but we will seek to gather many things from the whole story. The first and last names in the book, Bethlehem and David, are two of the most suggestive in the Bible. No man's name is mentioned so often as David, and his is the first and last name of a more man in the New Testament. Bethlehem besides all the other interesting facts connected with it will always be of special interest as the birthplace of the firstborn son of Mary, Jesus Christ our Lord. Ruth is one of the four women mentioned in Matt. I among the ancestors of the son of David. Some one has said that the four chapters of this book might be entitled Ruth deciding—gleaning—resting—rewarded. The devotion of Ruth is an example of the devotion to Jesus Christ, which is expected of all believers. Her patient gleaning in the field of Boaz has in it an example of the patience and faithfulness which should be seen in every Christian. Her quiet expectation of some great result at the suggestion of her mother-in-law makes us think of the assurance that the meek shall inherit the earth. When we see her as the wife of Boaz, the owner of the field in which she had so patiently gleaned, we cannot but think of the time when the church, the body of Christ, the company of all the faithful gleaners of this present age, shall become the bride of our mighty man of wealth, the owner of the field, which is the world, and then we shall inherit all things with Him and reign with Him on the earth (Rev. xxl. 7; v. 10). That Naomi and her husband and sons should leave Bethlehem because of a famine and go to sojourn in Moab seems like the missepet which Abram made when he left Canaan because of a famine and went down to Egypt, for he only got into trouble there, and we read of no altar unto the Lord until he returned again to Bethel (Gen. xlii, 10; xlii, 1-4). Poor Naomi found trouble enough in Moab in the loss of her husband and two sons, but she seems to acknowledge that the going to Moab was her affair, while it was her gracious Lord who brought her back to Bethlehem. "I went out full and the Lord hath brought me home again empty" (chapter i, 21). She turned her steps homeward because she heard that the Lord had given bread to Bethlehem (verse 6). The wandering boy of Luke vx turned homeward when he thought of the bread in his father's house. It seems as if we should be ever telling to the perishing of the bread, and to spare, in our Father's house, for how can they hear unless some one tells? Naomi knew the God of Israel. These women of Moab must have learned of Him through her, and Ruth had learned to know Him well enough to forsake all for Him, to esteem Him more than her own people and her father's house. Orphad had not so learned to know him. If our testimony is what it should be and our life He will use us to gather some to Himself. The devotion of Ruth in the ever memorable words of verses 16, 17, are in a measure repeated by Ittal to David in II Sam. vx, 21. The words in verse 19. "So they two went." are found in II Kings ii. 2, 4. 6, 7, 8, 11, and there again we see a steadfast purpose on the part of Elisha which brought to him that which his soul desired. This is the steadfastness which we so greatly need (I Cor. vx, 58). The friendliness and thoughtful kindness of Boaz in chapter 11 are but a faint type of the loving kindness of our Lord Jesus, who can truly say, "I know thy works," etc. (II, 11, 12; Rev. II, 2, 9, 13, 19). If. as His redeemed ones, we have not recognized many "handfuls of purpose" as we have gleaned in the part of the field He has assigned us, we must be blind indeed (chapter ii. 16). The words of Boaz in Ruth iii. 11. "Fear not, my daughter; I will do to thee all that thou requiert," made a great impression upon my wife, as we saw them in a motto in the Y. W. C. A. at Cape Town, South Africa, in 1895, and we have often passed them on to others since then. There is also much comfort in the words of Naomi in chapter iii. 18. "Sit still, my daughter, * * for the man will not be in rest until he have finished the thing this day." In chapter iv Boaz as the kinsman redeemer, having the right to redeem and accomplishing the same, is wonderfully suggestive of our Redeemer who not only redeems us, but also our inheritance, the earth, and seals us with the Holy Spirit, the earnest of our inheritance, until the redemption of the purchased possession (Eph. i. 13. 14). When Naemi became nurse for little Obed (chapter iv. 16. 21) she no doubt forget in a measure the emptiness of chapter i. 21. Ruth also forgot the weary days of her poverty when she gleaned in the field of Boaz. So we shall forget all our misery and remember it as waters that pass away (Jeb 15. 16). Let us be certain that we are redeemed by the precious blood of Jesus Christ and then patiently and unwaverily fill the place to which He has assigned us, rejoicing in the glory which shall beours at His appearing. ```markdown ``` German Quakers Held Protest Meeting In 1688. HISTORY OF THE MOVEMENT Succinct Story of Part Played by Famous Man and Effective Legislative Enactments Which Resulted In Final Abolition of Slavery - Virginia Exposition Big Feature of 1915 Activities. At a meeting composed of German Quakers, called Friends, held in April, 1885, a formal protest against slavery in the American colonies was adopted. This was the beginning of the abolition movement which never died out, but gradually spread with the growing colonies and which spread over the country when the states were formed and the government established. As the population grew and the number of slaves increased the spirit of opposition to human slavery increased until the freeing of the slave or the dissolving of the Union to perpetuate slavery became inevitable. And thus the great civil war came. It became evident that a nation with human slavery as its cornerstone could not stand. The first dawn of freedom appeared over the horizon in 1802, and the full sun of emancipation burst forth when the friends of human slavery gave up the conflict in 1805. The work of making a new man, a new American citizen, then began with the reconstruction of the government. When the slaves found themselves free men and women they soon began to hold emancipation celebrations, which have grown into county and state fairs and expositions. A brief study of the work before the Virginia Negro Historical and Industrial association under the lead of the Hon. Giles B. Jackson, which is beginning its arrangements for the great celebration of fifty years of freedom and exposition to take place at Richmond next summer, brings us to a relation of the history of the emancipation of the slaves in the United States. After the election of Abraham Lincoln to the presidency in 1860 it was early decided that slavery was a disgrace to our country and a dark blot on our escutcheon in the eyes of Christian and civilized nations, so by an act of congress the slaves in the District of Columbia were freed on the 16th of April, 1862. This was the real entering wedge and paved the way for a general emancipation. On Sept. 22, 1962, President Lincoln issued a general proclamation of emancipation to take effect on Jan. 1, 1963. This brought about the thirteenth amendment to the constitution on Dec. 14, 1963. On Jan. 12, 1964, Congressman Ashley of Ohio offered an amendment to the constitution prohibiting slavery in the United States and its territories. The late Senator John B. Henderson of Missouri offered an amendment for the complete abolition of slavery and a vote was had in the senate on June 15, 1964, but failed because it did not receive the necessary two-thirds vote. This forced the question into the presidential campaign of 1894 and the cause of abolition won at the polls. A vote was again taken on the Henderson amendment on Jan. 31, 1895, and the amendment was agreed to and was submitted to the states for ratification or rejection; and twenty-seven states, which were two-thirds, ratified it, and it became a part of the federal constitution. The second amendment had been issued on Jan. 1, 1895. After the states had acted congress on Dec. 18, 1895, adopted the amendment and slavery died forever in the United States so far as congressional enactment was concerned. The closing of the civil war also sealed the fate of human slavery in the United States. The former master and the former slave were now confronted with new problems. Neither for a time knew his exact status or just what to do. They finally agreed that they should live on together under their new conditions and rebuild the waste places of the southland and make it once more blossom like the rose. That work since then has been going on. The new freedmen have made wonderful progress in fifty years along all lines, and because of this progress Virginia's colored population will hold a great exposition at Richmond during July and August, 1915. FOREIGN MISSION BOARD. Secretary L. G. Jordan to Hold Series of Missionary Conferences. The first of a series of missionary conferences to be given under the auspices of the foreign mission board of the national Baptist convention will be held in the Sixth Baptist church, Rev. Dr. J. W. Goodhame, pastor, Dirmingham, Ala., Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 15-16. All Evangelical ministers are invited to these conferences. There are 2,100 Baptist ministers in Alabama. Granting that there are a thousand ministers in the other denominations, it will be seen that there are more than 3,000 ministers of our race in Alabama. Any of these attending the conference will get a new vision of his responsibilities as a minister and leader of the people. 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 boasts as an efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for all your favors and booing for a continuance of the sama. I am respectfully yours. FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions Funerals from $75.00 Og MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. 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In regard to machines you should own one. We endeavor to treat every one with a just. If anything from our store does not prove satisfactory, we see us first. There will be. in the city, and this year we are making buying one of our five types Singer Ma- s of $5.00 a new Singer hand machine for in regard to machines you should own one. We just. If anything from our store does not prove a charges to you. R. H. BUTLER, 1211 DRUIT The Best Equipped Repair Shop Uptown TUSKEGEE INS and this year we are making a better offer. one of our five types Singer Machines make g a first new Singer hand machine for the girls absolutely to machines you should own one. We endeavor to treat every anything from our store does not prove satisfactory, see us first. R. B. BUTLER, 1211 DAVID HILL AVENUE equipped Repair Shop Upnown Phone Madi TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACH ANNUAL SESSION June 21st to July 1 ER, 121 DROUID HILL AVENUE Shop Upstown Phone Madison 4984-Y SKEGEE INSTITUTE CHOOL FOR TEACHERS ESSION June 21st to July 16th, 1915 R. H. BUTLER, 1211 DRUID HILL AVENUE The Best Equipped Repair Shop Uptown Phone Madison 4984-Y SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS SIXTH ANNUAL SESSION. June 21st to July 16th.1915 Over 400 Teachers Present Last Session [Image of a man with a mustache and a suit] 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. : Happenings Throughout the State of Maryland: TRAPPE ITEMS Lincoln to The Afro-American Lodge Trappe, Md., February 4.—After spending the week as the guest of her sister, Mrs. Mattie Smith, Miss Sadie Wilson returned to her home in Bellevue Sunday. Mrs. Georgie Young was the guest of Mrs. Emory Pinkney, Wednesday. Mr. Milton Woolford is on the sick list. Mrs. Sallie Wilson, of Easton, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Green, Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Florence Hawkins was the guest of her mother, Mrs. Lloyd Smith Thursday. Miss Sadie Wilson was the guest of Mrs. Emory Pinkney, Tuesday and Wednesday. Miss Lona Faro was a Trappe visitor Sunday. NEWS FROM FREDERICK Special to the Afro-American Ledger. Frederick, Md., February 4.—The Afro-American Building and Improvement Joint Stock Company of Frederick at the meeting Friday night elected the following officers: president; Dr. U. G. Bourne; vice president. E. W. Walker; secretary, William Roberts; solicitor, William Walker; treasurer, John Holland. The association was organized to do a general Loan and Building Association business with an authorized capital stock of $10,000. The year was one of prosperity and increase of dividend of 10 percent. The Sun Light Club gave an entertainment at the residence of Mrs. Ella Whiting, Bentz street for the benefit of the A. M. E. Church Thursday evening. It was a successful affair. The 1st Baptist Church is planning to start a revival and unite the other churches in the city. Mr. George Johnson, of Hagerstown has accepted his former position at the Buffalo Hotel. Messrs. Nicholas Gassoway and Wesley Henderson are still confined to their homes by sickness. CHESTERTOWN JOTTINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Chestertown, Md., February 4. The funeral services of Mrs. Marshal Pitman were held Saturday afternoon from her residence on Queen street. Rev. J. R. Holland officiated. Resolutions were read from several fraternal organizations. There are several on the sick list. Among them Mesdames Cassie Holland, Louise Wilson, Frances Esath. Mr. John Reed left Monday for treatment at Maryland General Hospital. Mr. Thomas Rigby is a patient at the same institution. The Do Something Circle, an auxiliary of Janes M. E. Church held interesting services on last Sunday. Despite the inclement weather $75 was raised. Mrs. Carrie Greenleaf Jones is the efficient president. Miss Sarah Johnson has returned home from Philadelphia and will remain until spring. HAGERSTOWN HAPPENINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Hagerstown, Md., February 4.—The ministers of this city have just closed a three weeks' religious campaign with over a hundred converts which have been added to the churches. The ministers organized themselves into an alliance, and adopted a slogan saying "A hundred souls for Christ." They labored assidiously toward that end and succeeded. The meeting closed at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church last Friday night aimed a great religious demonstration. Among the converts are many young men who have been rescued from the pool rooms and slums of the city. The churches are enjoying a degree of prosperity which is unprecedented. All the ministers deserve great credit for their noble work. They have stirred the entire colored community with religious enthusiasm. When we take into consideration the fact that this work was done without the aid of an evangelist, it is all the more praiseworthy and reflects the standing and influence of the pulps of Hagerstown. Mrs. Mary Stewart, Mrs. Mary Veney are quite sick at their homes on N. Jonathan street. Mr. Walter Harman was stricken with acute indigestion last Friday night. Drs. Wilson and Ragan worked heroically to save him. Mr. Claude Jones and Miss Annie Dorsey were quietly married at the parsonage of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church last Saturday night. Mr. Chester Robuck and Miss Ethel M. Hodge of Carlise, Pa., were united in marriage at Ebenezer parsonage last Monday. Rev. David Johnson officiated in both weddings. Mrs. Eva West of W. Bethel street is doing a flourishing business as a hair dresser. She also does manicuring and massaging. SALISBURY HAPPENINGS Special to The Afro-American Ledger Salisbury, Md., February 4.—Mr. Walter Maddox, of Princess Anne, was the guest of Miss Laura Parsons last Sunday. The services at St. Paul A. M. E. Zion Church are being well attended. Contractor Geo. Stewart has finished repairing the Masonic Hall on Broad street. Mrs. Mary J. Conway of Clara, Md., and Mrs. Jane Conway, White Haven are visiting here. The Teachers' Association will meet 10, 11, and 12th inst. at which time Prof. Goudloe of State Normal and Dr. M. Bate Stephens, superintendent of education are expected to be present and deliver addresses. Several educators from Washington are expected to attend. Supervisor Gordy and wife were entertained at luncheon Friday by members of the senior class, Fruitland school. This is one of the progressive schools of the county. Much praise is due Mr. R. C. Williams, principle and her assistants. Prof. Clinton D. Collins, Mardelo Springs, visited here Sunday and remained until Monday. Why not take up race enterprises that are creditable? It is time for colored educators to read papers published by members of the race and thus be truthfully informed about matters concerning the race. Stop being ignorant of your own race and going wild over the matters of the white race in which you have no part or parcel. Rev. G. H. Ethridge will preach at Mt. Ellen Baptist Church Sunday. A children's entertainment was given by this Sunday school Friday night. Mrs. Midian Purnell, who has been sick was able to make a short viet Monday night. The Afro-American Ledger is read by white and colored citizens of our town. NEWS FROM PRINCESS ANNE (Special to Afro-American Ledg v.3 Princess Anne, Md., Feb. 6—A grand surprise party was tendered Rev. J. U. King at the sonageon Monday evening by the people of West Princess Anne, led by Mrs. Florence Davis. Rev. W. C. Boland, of Fruitland, was in town Monday on business. The prizes in the geographical contest at the public school last Friday, was won by Sherwood McBride, with Martin Cottman a close second. Mr. Herbert S. Wilson, supervisor of a colored schools, was in town Saturday, to attend the teacher association meeting. Mr. and Mrs. John McBride, of Oakville, were the guests at dinner Saturday of Prof. and Mrs. Harry McBride, of West Princess Anne. Mrs. Josephine Ewell has gone to visit friends in Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. Henry White spent Sunday in Habnab visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Squire. Mr. William Dashield, of Curtis Chapel, was killed Friday night by a southbound train on the N. Y. P. & N. R. R. Mr. P. C. Hayman has left to spend sometime in Philadelphia and Baltimore. Esther Waters left Friday for New York. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hayman were the guests at dinner of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Wilson on Tuesday. Mr. Joseph Hayman made a visit to the public school Fridav and made an excellent speech. HAVRE DE GRACE BRIEFFS Special to The Afro-American Ledger. Havre de Grace, February 4.—Sunday was Woman's Day which was very successful having with us Mrs. John W. Becket, of Philadelphia who made interesting remarks pertaining to the Women's Mite Missionary Society. The funeral of Miss Sarah J. Legar, who died suddenly last Wednesday evening took place on Sunday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Frances Skinner on Reverlution street. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER POCOMOKE BRIEFS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Pocomoke City, Md., February 4—Mrs. Leah Whealton, wife of Mr. George Whealton, died Monday of pneumonia. Funeral services were held at Wardtown Church, Va. Prof. Stephen H. Long made a business trip to Perlin, Md., the early part of this week. This city was visited on Monday night with a heavy rain fall and thunder storm. Mr. Cosma Marshall and wife from Baltimore, are in the city. Mrs. Marshall will remain here for sometime at the home of Mr. Ashbury Marshall. Mrs. Emma Waters is confined to her home on account of sickness. Mr. Joseph Ballard has been on the sick list for the past two weeks. The lid of quarantine that has been on the churches and other colored business places for the past four weeks was lifted this week and things now look very encouraging. News reached here of the sudden illness of Mrs. Daisy Archer, of Stockton, Md. Mrs. Medora Long entertained a few of her friends on Monday afternoon. Rev. J. N. Waters left Monday for his home in Cambridge, Md. Mrs. Lena Collier was called to Philadelphia on account of sickness in the family of Mrs. Mollie Holden. CHURCHVILLE NOTES Churchville, Md., February 4. Quarterly conference was held at Asbury M. E. Church Saturday by Rev. D. W. Hays, district superintendent. The meeting proved quite a success and was well attended. After the business part of meeting a cation was served by a company of ladies. Sunday was quarterly meeting day Dr. Hays preached an interesting sermon at eleven o'clock. The members of the Ladies' Aid Society gave a grand supper at Asbury School building on Thursday evening January 28, which proved a success. Miss M. Wineberry, who has been visiting Rev. and Mrs. James L. Brown has returned to her home in New Market, Md. MONKTON HAPPENINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Monkton, Md., February 4.—The pastor, Rev. E. W. S. Peck, preached at St. Lukes Church. In response to his appeal fourteen children came forward. The Ladies' Aid of St. Luke M. E. Church held an oyster supper Saturday evening. The president, Mrs. Sarah E. Stevenson was supported by the ladies and the official board. Music was rendered by the Excelsior Band. The receipts were $19.85. A club has been organized under the leadership of Samuel W. Williams looking forward to the setting apart of a Pythian lodge for the young men. The outlook is favorable. Mrs. Sarah Stevenson entertained the Ladies' Aid Society of St. Lukes M. E. Church Thursday. She was assisted in receiving by her daughters, Mrs. L. Hollins and Mrs Roberta Williams. After the meeting a delightful repast was served. Mrs. Lillian Hollins is ill at the home of her mother, Mrs. Stevenson, suffering with an attack of the grip. Miss Maggie Paxton attended the oyster supper Saturday night given by the Ladies' Aid of St. Lukes Church. PHOENIX ITEMS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Phoenix. Md., February 4.—Master Everett Chatman was successfully operated upon for appendicitis at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore. He is doing as well as can be expected. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur A. Sterrette, of Chicago, Ill., are here on a visit to a sick relative. Mrs. Jacob Parker, of Atlantic City, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Mary Edwards, who is quite sick. Mr. George Chatman is somewhat indisposed. Mr. Joseph Hall, of Atlantic City, visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Greval Hall. DENTON ITEMS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Denton, Md., February 4:—Miss Ethel Johnson, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Frank Johnson passed away last Sunday night at the M. E. parsonage. Her funeral was held Wednesday. The funeral of Mrs. Sarah C. Gibbs was held at Bethel A. M. E. Church Monday. Mrs. Gibbs had been a member of the church for over 30 years and was a relative of the late Bishop A. W. Wayman. One brother, one sister and nephew survive. Robert Fitchett, the baby of Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Fitchett is quite ill at this writing. Mr. Craton Adams has accepted the agency of the National Benefit Association of Washington. Master Clifford Bailey, the agent is quite ill. Last Wednesday, the 27th of January was the 75th birthday of Mr. Nathaniel Taylor. His daughter, Emma presented him a fine white cake with the pink figures 75 on the top of it. Mr. Taylor is the oldest trustee of Bethel A. M. E. Church. The Young Peoples' Progressive Circle of Bethel Church are arranging for a rainbow social. CATONSVILLE NEWS Special to the Afro-American Ledger Catonsville, Md., Feb. 6—Rev. Allen Green filled the pulpit Sunday at Grace Church and preached an able sermon. Mr. Ernest Harrison, of Laurel, spent Saturday and Sunday with his brother, Mr. Osie Harrison. The Autumn Leaf Club, of which Mr. Paul King is president, is arranging to give a ball at the Odd Fellows Hall next week. Mrs. Ella Hayes who has been confined to her bed by illness, is out again. She is now residing in the city. The Catonsville Improvement Club met on Friday night and decided to accept the annex acquired by the school commission to continue until the end of the scholastic year. Mrs. Georgianna Gross, while alighting from an Ellicott City car on the corner of Saratoga and Green street, Friday night, was thrown violently to the street, and is no confined to her home nursing her injured hip. Copland, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Nelson, was christened by C. H. Murray at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Raveling on Edmondson avenue. After the christening, Rev. and Mrs. Murray were entertained at supper. Grace A. M. E. Sunday School elected the following officers on Tuesday night: superintendent, Basil Cure; assistant, Charles Henson; second assistant, Miss Marian Ray; treasurer, Mrs. Emma Johnson; secretary, Mrs. Lenora Henson; assistant secretary, Miss Helen Harris; pianist, Mrs. Ida Torsell, chorister, Mr. Wm. Philip. LONG GREEN HAPPENINGS Long Green, Md, February 4. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Proctor, of Sunnybrooke, entertained Mr. and Mrs. John Proctor, of Sherwood and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Quickley of Sunnybrooke on Sunday. Mrs. Wells, of Brooklandville, was the guest of her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. William Galloway, of Sunnybrooke. Rev. D. R. Powell, pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Towson, Md., viiited Mr. and Mrs. John Proctor, of Sherwood Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Sterrett, of Chicago, have been called to the bedside of the latter's mother, Mrs. Annie Wells, who is ill. Miss Francis Hawkins,Mr. Caesar Hawkins, Miss. Margaret Winder, Mr. Joshua Winder attended the wedding of Mr. Willie Wnder and Miss Clara Cromwell at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Frazier, of Towson, Thursday evening of last week. Mrs. Annie Wells,Mary Edwards are on the sick list. SHERWOOD ITEMS Sherwood, Md, February 4.—Mr. Paul Cromwell, Mr. Hayward Fleyd and Mrs. William Brown, of Lutherville, are on the sick list. Miss Myrtle and Edmonia Ross, Towson, visited their school friend, Miss Mary Jones last week. Mrs. Maggie Johnson, of Brightside, visited Mrs. George Dorsey, Mrs. Mace Jones and Mr. John Young. The revival conducted by Rev. William Brown was a great success and will be continued another week. 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Md Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO Liberia is willing to buy its supplies from the United States. This is a fine opportunity for some colored men of means to pool their interest and sell at good profits things needed by the little West African Republic. Governor Saton, of Georgia, offered rewards aggregating $2,500 for the arrest and conviction of the white "gentlemen" who lynched two colored men and two women recently, but we have heard of no one putting in their claim therefor. Where is the vaunted Southern chivalry that would protect a woman? --- Southern members of Congress, now holding their seats by reason of their State having robbed the Negro of the right to vote want the National Capital to have "Jim-Crow" cars. A pretty spectacle for foreign visitors and diplomats who have heard of the American boast of liberty and read of its demand for the oppressed of peoples of foreign climes, and who have noted the indifference as to the rights of $10,000,000 Americans in this country. Rev. Charles Stelzle, in speaking of the high death rate among the race says that the Negro is compelled to live in the worst parts of our cities and is then criticised for falling a victim to disease. "Lets give him a square deal", he says, "a man's chance." Neither race hatred nor mawkish sentimentality will settle this very delicate question. The South cannot settle it alone, and the North cannot do the work for the South. The North and the South, the city and the country must tackle the thing together, for this a national problem." Another fine argument against segregation, poor streets and bad sanitary conditions. NAMING THE SCHOOLS The School Board, for some time, has been considering the naming of the colored public schools of this city. Names for the several buildings have not yet been definitely settled. We do not object, at all, to going outside of the state of Maryland in making selection of suitable characters after whom the buildings should be named; however, we do contend that we should begin at home, and go elsewhere only after we shall have exhausted our native material. There is a special kind of inspiration for Maryland boys and girls in knowing that their'r is a great state, great in the production of men, and colored men at that. The very first requisite should be men of character, and we are going to name a number of Maryland born distinguished Neg oes of unimpeachable character. The character of each and every one is an open book and they shed lustre upon this grand old commonwealth of Mary- 1. There is Ira Aldridge, the noted actor. We need not dwell upon him, as his name seems in great favor. 2. Benjamin Banneker, is sufficiently known, the world over not to need any special word. 3. Daniel Coker was one of the brainstest colored men of Maryland as far back as 1800. He was well educated. He educated, in his school, scores of the best educated colored men of his times. He was the first colored man in this country ever to be elected a Bishop. He organized the present Bethel Church of this city. He removed to Africa where he labored and died. 4. Frederick Douglass needs not a word to be said on his behalf. 5. It is doubtful whether the United States has ever produced a more scholarly and cultured black man than Dr. Henry Highland Garn tt born in Kent county, this state. 6. Certainly, it would not be an easy job for one to find a better specimen of Negro womanhood, in education culture, and devotion to the uplift of her people than Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, born right here in the city of Baltimore. 7. James Theodore Holly was the first black man in the history of this country to be elevated to the Episcopate by the great Anglican Communion of Christendom. His scholarship, eloquence and culture were recognized not only in this country, but also in Europe. 8. One of the brainstest black men Maryland has ever produced was Dr. James W. C. Pennington, who running away from slavery in Hagerstown, illiterate and uncouth became of such educational calibre as to receive the degree of Doctor of Divinity from Heidlebury Uiversity, Germany. 9. It is hardly necessary to say one word of that great monument of moral power and energy, whose life has so abundantly blessed the good people of Maryland, Alexander Wayman, born in Caroline county. 10. Last, but not least, Samuel Ringold Ward. Of.Ward Charles T. Tory said: "was only second in his day to Daniel Webster in logical power." Of him the late Dr. Crummell said he "was the ablest thinker on his legs." If more recent worthy characters are needed, nothing would be more fitting, to honor such a building by the association with it of the name of Eliza Jane Cummings one of the most beautiful characters that ever blessed the life of Baltimore; and Hiram Watty, politician as he was, whose vacant place in genuine leadership of his people is yet unfilled. It would take a long story to chronicle the indebtedness of the race to Hiram Watty, with respect to the schools. And lastly, John Henry Butler, of South Baltimore, the lover of his people, and a bright and luminous star in the dark days of the past. But there is one white man whose memory should by all means be associated with one of our colored school buildings. It is not only a pity, but a genuine shame that the present Negro race of this city and state are so profoundly ignorant of the distinguished services of Henry Winter Davis. If Henry Winter Davis was not among the chiefest white benefactors of this race, then, the race never had a white benefactor. Among those who seem to have the ear of those in authority, are some who are connected with the system, who, when they were away working trying to get enough money to get through college, these same preachers, who now receive their icy indifference, were working over-time to bring about the conditions in our schools whereby they might enjoy their present financial prosperity. We make this statement because there is a long list yet worthy Marylanders unmentioned, but they happen to be "preachers," and are out of standing with our Baltimore Black Cabinet. Upon them, therefore, let the responsibility rest in this matter. A SOUTHERNER'S VIEW Elsewhere in this issue of the Afro-American Ledger is to be found extracts from an interesting report on the race question, by Dr. Charles Hillman Brough, chairman of the University Commission on the Southern Race Question. It is interesting because it calls attention to the fact that the continued isolation of the Negro from various activities is harmful to both races, and also because it shows an attempt to get away from some of the anti-Negro policies of the South. Coming at a time when the white South, through its representatives in Congress, is seeking to degrade the race through the passage of prejudicial legislation, it is significant to note that men connected with the leading Southern white schools are trying to find a way for the proper adjustment of conditions. Dr. Brough, however, says "Jim Crow cars may be exceedingly just" and calls the Negro "an alien and inferior race." It is this latter attitude, we fear, that will make the adjustment of conditions more difficult. It is not the attitude of master and man that should be assumed when conflicts are to be settled, but the one that grants that one man's rights end where another's begins and that those most concerned should meet on terms of equality in any discussion looking toward an amelioration of conditions. GET-TO-GETHER-WEEK AT Y.M. The Y. M. C. A. workers, on a "Get-To-Gether-Week which time the promoters line up for the final dash New Y. M. C. A. Building,izing the imperative need a urgent cry of Christian wi deem it fitting to begin The denial of the right to vote, fair treatment in the courts, larger economic opportunity, the terrible scourge of lynching, better school facilities, the wrong of segregation in its various aspects and the inclusion of the race in various civic programs are things that racial leaders must impress upon the white South as necessary for a proper and lasting adjustment of matters. The Negro must not think for a moment that his is "an alien and inferior race," for that view readers practically impossible the realization of his claims for that recognition given other classes of American citizens. THE FORUM Baltimore, February 2, 1915. To the Editor of the Afro- American Ledger:— Permit me, if you will, to make use of your columns to say that in your publication last week of the litigation in Anne Arundel County involving the suspension of certain well known men from the Masonic Fraternity, that you, and the readers of the Afro-American were severely imposed upon. To begin with, when you placed in glaring headlines, "Grand Master Evans Scored" and place these words in such close proximity to the statement that "Judge Brashears Issues Injunction Against Maryland Grand Lodge of Masons," you give the impression that Juge Brashears had given utterance to this scoring, when as matter of fact Judge Brasheara has done no such thing. Had your correspondent taken the trouble to go to Annapolis and read the papers filed in this cause, which are there open to public inspection, he would have discovered that the cause is just beginning instead of being ended, that the injunction granted is only a temporary one, that no decision on the merits of the controversy has been had, and wont be until testimony is taken and argument heard, and that the rejoicing over the "victory" is a bit premature, to say the least. From varied angels this litigation has been pending in the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County since April of last year, and though to use your own words, it "has attracted general interest in Masonic circles." I do not recall that you have condescended to give one iota of publicity to it, until now that it appears to you that the Grand Lodge and Grand Master Evans have been "enjoined" from doing something distasteful to you. This case has not been "decided." The Afro-American Ledger, to the contrary notwithstanding, all that has been decided is that the plaintiffs on the face of their Bill of Complaint, and in which is encouched the "scoring" referred to, are entitled to a temporary injunction, and this the Court has granted, with leave to the defendants, the Grand Lodge and Grand Master Evans to file their answer and move for a dissolution. This will be done and at once. This is not the forum for the trial of such causes, and I regret that I must say so much here, but the article is so woefully misleading and unjust in many particulars, that I felt a word from me was necessary. It may be that the Courts will finally decide, as you put it, that the Masonic Order "cannot enforce suspension," but it hasn't done so yet. As it does not appear that Mr. W. Ashbie Hawkins yet knows the difference between an editorial and a news article, it will be in order to inform him that the Afro-American Ledger has made no comment on the matter referred to in any way, shape or form, and therefore his insinuations have no reference to us in any way. Ed. PROMINENT COUPLE MARRIED Mrs. Mary P. Irving and Deverby A. Henry were married on Wednesday February 3, 1915, at 8:30 at the home of the bride, 1913 Druid Hill avenue by Rev. I. N. Ross, pastor of Ebenezer A.M.E. Church. Both parties are prominent members of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. The bride is a sister of George Pullman, class leader of the above named church. Bride and groom will be at home Sunday, February 7, 1915, from 5 to 8 p.m. GET-TO-GETHER WEEK AT Y.M.C.A. GET-TO-GETHER WEEK AT Y.M.C.A. The Y. M. C. A. workers decided on a "Get-To-Gether-Week," at which time the promoters hope to line up for the final dash for the New Y. M. C. A. Building. Realizing the imperative need and the urgent cry of Christian workers, we deem it fitting to begin "Get-To Gether-Week" on "Go-To-Church" Sunday, in order that we may show our approval and aid in the movement. We urge every member and friend of the Brotherhood to attend some church Sunday and by all means join with us in the afternoon at Grace Presbyterian Church, in one of the biggest Y. M. C. A. Mass Meetings ever held in Baltimore. Remember—the eyes of all are turned upon the local Y. M. C A. and all kinds of questions are being asked every day. For instance—When are you going to buy a site? When will you begin the new building? What are you going to do? When are you going to do it? We cannot answer until you comply with the agreement of 1912. We must have in hand $15,000.00 before we can begin work. We lack as I stated in these columns last week, $4,591.05. Now, as soon as this amount is paid, work will begin. Did you make a pledge? Have you paid your pledge? Will you make a payment this month, if not in full? Can you pay today? The sooner the better. The Board of Directors, at the last meeting, voted to grant a year's membership to any man who pledged ten dollars or more to the building fund, providing said person pay their pledge in full within three months, beginning with February 1st, 1915, and same agreement to hold good for the men who have made part payments on pledges of ten dollars or more, providing they pay in full as mentioned above. "Get-To-Gether." The struggle is on and every loyal member and friend are urged to show their interest in the Y. M. C. A. movement during this month. We have planned a series of big mass meetings to be held at Grace Presbyterian Church, corner Dolphin and Etting streets, beginning with Sunday, February 7th, at 4:30 P. M. These series of meetings will be open to both men and women, boys and girls. We are fortunate to have Sunday as speaker, Judge William F. Norris, Department of justice, Washington, D. C., one of the most noted jurist in the country. Judge Norris has selected for his subject, "The Immortal Mah" This is his master production and a thrilling theme that grips you from start to finish. The Judge will be accompanied to the city by Mr. W. H. J. Beckett, Gen'l See'y, Washington, Branch of Y. M. C. A., and he will introduce the speaker. Special musical numbers will be rendered by local talent, also selections by a mixed quartet, Dr. O. D. Jones, Mr. Winfort Braxton, Miss Virginia Berry and Miss Carrie Smith. Now we are aware of local conditions, the cry of hard times, and the unemployment problem. Whatever is done meaus sacrifice on the part of some at least, yet we feel the cause is worthy of any sacrifice and in the end will pay big dividends to the donors. We beg every subscriber to make a payment on your pledge this month, however small. It will show your interest and our big hearted white friends that we are determined to have a model building for the colored men and boys of Baltimore. Become a "Booster" for the Y. M C. A. Remember the Big Mass Meeting at Grace Presbyterian Church. Men and Women are invited. A FORMAL RECEPTION The Misses Emma, Louisa J. and Lillian Baker gave a formal reception at their residence, 1626 Division street, last Friday January 29th. Both vocal and instrumental musis was rendered, after which a buffet supper was served. Miss Francina Foote, of Washington, chaperoned, assisted by Miss Irene Gray. Among those present were: Messrs. Arthur Baker, Clarence Holly, Stewart Owens, Willie Harrison, Lawson Smith, Lewis Scott, Harry Taylor, Oscar Watts, Clifton Monroe, Sherman Weaver, Carlyse Bryant, John Wyman, John Day, Alme Amos, Thomas Williams, Ignatius Colbert, Joseph Rochester, John Pickwick, William Philips. Misses Frances Addison, Bessie Boyd, Annie Turner, Marie Graham, Julia Dean, Catherine Southali, Clifford Brooks, Edith Daly, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Alexander, Estelle Davis. ONE HUNDRED TO WORK FOR BETHEL In an effort to relieve Bethel A. M. E. Church of this city, the laity of all the A. M. E. Churches of Baltimore and vicinity with their friends assembled in Bethel Church last Sunday at 3 p. m The financial effort on behalf of Bethel was a success in spite of the inclemency of the weather. In the delivery of his inspiring sermon, Dr. J. I. Lowe, business manager of the Publication Department located at Philadelphia, threw out the suggestion that within the next ninety days one hundred persons be secured, who would obligate themselves during that period to raise twenty-five dollars each for Bethel Church. At the close of the sermon, Bishop L. J. Coppin and Bishop John Hurst suggested immediate organization for the purpose of making effective the suggestion of Dr. Lowe. The organization was immediately effected and the great body of African Methodists present unanimously elected the following officers: President, Rev. I. N. Ross, D. D., pastor Ebnezer Church; Secretary, Rev. A. L Gaines, pastor Waters Church; Treasurer, Rev. C. H. Murray, pastor Grace Church, Catonsville. The enrollment of the names of persons, who expressed a willingness to raise twenty-five dollars each within ninety days for Bethel Church resulted in eighty persons assuming the capacity of Clubs, twenty other persons are needed. Those desirous of enrolling among the one hundred are requested to give their names to the pastor of Bethel Church or either of the above officers. The following is the list Bishop Levi J. Coppin D. D., Rev. J. L Lowe, D. D., Rev. John O. Custis, Mr. Benjamin Herrod, Mr. Josiah Diggs, Mrs. Rosa J. Richarson, Mr. Wm B. Westcott, Mr. Ulyssess Matthews, Miss Rosa Tidings, Bishop John Hurst, D. D., Rev. Lewis S. Flagg, D. D., Mr. Robert Sorrell, Mr. Delaware James, Mrs. Emma Tyler, Mrs. Amanda Sterrett, Rev. S. T. Crawford, Rev. L. N. Ross, Miss Mary L. Ridgeway, Mrs. Georgeanna Hemsley, Rev. J. N. Norris, D. D., Mrs. Harriett Hawkins, Rev. Joseph Gwynn, Rev. D. G. Hill, D. D., Mr. Wm H. H. Dodd, Mr. George W. Cooper, Sr., Mrs. Mary J. Diggs, Mrs. Mary E. Jones, Mr. Louis Hawkins, Miss Alice Sampson, Miss Pauline Barnes, Rev. James G. Martin, Mr. William H. Coleman, Rev. C. H. Stephen, D. D., Mrs. E. Tubman, Mrs. Edith Murray, Miss Sarah R. Jackson, Mrs. Catherine Hughes, Mrs. Mary C. Preston, Mrs. Hester Watts, Mrs. Ella Thompson, Mrs. Maria Perry, Mrs. E. V. Ford, Rev. Robert E. Ford, Mrs. Mabel Robinson, Mr. E. Dudley, Mrs. Estelle Dixon, Rev. Samuel M. Johnson, Rev. P. W. Wortham, D. D., Rev. C. H. Young, Rev. J. D. Jackson, D. D., Mrs. Margaret E. Grey, Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Mrs. C. J. Flagg, Dr. J. H. Thompkins, Mrs. Anne Beckett, Mr. Daniel W. Lee, Mr. Hezekiah Randall, Mr. Thadeus Copeland, Miss Helen Deaver, Miss Mamie E. Gregory, Miss Mable Bourne, Rev. Charles H. Murray and church, Mr. Lewis Burke, Mrs. L. Roye, Mrs. H. Parr, Mrs. Annie Monroe, Mrs. Harriett Parr, Mrs. Alverta Butler, Mrs. Carrie Langley, Mrs. Lydia P. Barrett, Mrs. Henrietta Goldsborough, Mr. John T. Williams, Miss Clementine White Mrs. Lydia Burke, Mrs. Elizabeth Custis, Mr. Joseph Harding, Mrs. Ellen Gleave, Rev. P. J. Jordan, Rev. James A. Briscoe, Rev. F. S. Dennis, Rev. James R. Nelson A very pretty reception was given last Wednesday evening, January 27th, when the Phoenix Social entertained their guests at the residence of Miss Amelia D. Augustus, 1417 Druid Hill avenue, Music rendered so delightfully by Miss Edith Summerville and Mr. Walter Fox one could hardly say too much toward the praise of their music. Encouraging words were heartily received by the social from various presidents of other socials towards the success of the Phoenix. At eleven thirty the guests were ushered into the dining room where they enjoyed a delicious repast. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Arther Stansbury, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Shorter, Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Shorter, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dashields, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Moore. Misses Gertrude Hopkins, Sadie O. Lawrence, Marjorie Stanley, Edith Bailey, Blanch Smith, Mary Hopkins, Cora Stanley, Ella Augusts Scott and Amelia Augustus. Messrs. Arthur Richardson, Arthur Royce, Daniel Brooks Edward Smith, Isaac Hardy, D. W. Richardson, William Johnson, Fred Ward, Leroy Taylor, Isaac Dixon and Robert Towels. All left expressing their thanks or a delightful evening. The fast St. Mary's five added another victory to their string of wins when they conquered the strong Armstrong quint of Washington at the former's cage last Friday night. The game was characterized by fast clean and sportsmanlike play throughout. The St. Mary's five took the lead in the first half, due to the agility of Hayes and Butler their forwards, who scored no less than seven baskets between them in this period. Beamon as usual played a good game and kept the Washingtonians from completing their fast down-field passes with goal shots. The visitors put up a stubborn fight in the second half, and scored repeatedly but could not overcome the big lead of their opponents. The passing of the Washington boys was great but they seemed to be handicapped in shooting by the low ceiling of St. Mary's cage. Lineup: Armstrong — Wiseman and Cupid, forwards; Smith, center; Davis and Parker, guards. St. Mary's — Hayes and Butler, forwards; Hammond, center; Armstead and Beamon, guards. Referee Baehr, Score 30--23. The Washington Y. M. C. A. five defeated the team of the High School at the Richmond Market Armory last Tuesday night. In the first half the High School team composed of entirely new boys, seemed to have a slight case of stage fright and left the Y. M. C. A. forwards uncovered, and the latter boys did not fail to take advantage of this fault. And succeeded in running their score up to 20 points in the first half. The High School boys braced themselves, however, in the second period and effectually checked the frequent scoring of the Capital city lads. They could not however take advantage of their own opportunities to score and but for the several efforts by little Burkley Butler would not have made as good showing as the score indicates. Harrison of the High School missed many good opportunities to help his team by laying away off on the corner of the field and waiting for shots to come his way, which they seldom did as the Washington guard was always on the job. Score 26-12. The college championship will be settled at Manhattan Casico, New York, February 22, between Howard and Lincoln. Howard defeated Hampton January 15, and if she can get away with this game she will have a clear claim to the title but, on the other hand, Lincoln looks good to many of the followers of the game, and he is expected to do things to Howard. The only time Lincoln has been here this year she made a very good impression, and although they lost to St. Christopher Club of St. Philip's Parish, they had plenty of undeveloped ability which, no doubt by now, has been brought out of them. The Crescent Club basketball team of Atlantic City, N.J..deteated the Independent. "Big 6" team, of Orange, N. J., on Thursday, January 28, by the score of 28-21 on the Crescent court, Fitzgerald's Auditorium, Atlantic City. The game was exciting and thrilling throughout. The Crescents have attained quite a reputation having been organized only a few weeks. This is basket ball's initial season for colored teams at the Shore City. That the followers may see the game as played by the big teams the Crescents are making every effort through their manager, Duval B. Evans, to get some of them to make the trip to play the shore boys. A game has been arranged between Lincoln University team and Crescents to be played early in March. The team is composed of former members of well known teams and it is only a matter of time when their team work will be up to the standard. The team and clubs with which they formerly played, are as follows: Briscoe of Dunbar of Baltimore; Norwood of St. Christopher; Turner of Philadelphia Y. M. C. A.; Wilson of "S" Club of Philadelphia; Dorsey of Atlantic City school team; Potts of Wana-maker team, Philadelphia; Hilton is playing his first year at the game and is an apt pupil. The score: Crescents 28; Independents, 21. CONTRIBUTES TO BAPTIST ORPHANAGE Mrs. Ella Reid, of the Morning Star Baptist Church, contributed the sum of $2.00 to the Maryland Baptist Orphanage through Mrs. Robinette Gresham, corresponding secretary, which was highly appreciated by the Lady Board of Managers. THE NEW STEAMER STARLIGHT AND HER CAPTAIN CAPTAIN BROWN The New Starlight as she will appear upon her arrival in Baltimore in a few days. Captain Brown says while it is a fact that the Steamer is fitted out in every way, and especially adapted to the excursion business, there will be about $5,000 spent in modern improvements to make her a modern and up-to-date Excursion Steamer. She will even be fitted out with a wireless and telephone service. In Memoriam VALETEEN—In sad but loving remembrance of our wife and mother, Anna Maria Valeteen (nee Wilson) who departed this life one year ago, February 6, 1914. One year has passed our hearts are sore. As time dies on we miss her more She sleeps, we leave her in peace to rest. The parting was painful, but God knoweth best. By her busband and daughters. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear father, James Wesley Bowers, who departed this life two years ago, February 7, 1918. His beautiful soul, like a ray of His beautiful soul, like a ray of light, Has gone to the realms above Where never again comes sorrow or pain pain, In that land of celestial love. Sleep on dear father, sweetly rest, I miss you, but God knew best God's will be done he doeth well But how I miss you no tongue can tell. By his devoted daughter, Emma B. Sidney. In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother, Harriet Ann Pierce, who departed this life January 31, 1914 and our dear father, Samuel Pierce, who departed this life, November 6, 1914. Nobly at their post they stood Our mother and father dear, Beloved by all their friends so well And kind to all they knew. Through this world is full of trouble Full of sorrow and of pain Yet to us it would be heaven In sad and loving remembrance of our dear little girl Mildred E. Maddox, who departed this life one year ago. February 6, 1914. Jesus sent a little flower Down into this world of sin Then he thought it best to take it Back to Heaven to dwell with him. By her parents. CARROLL—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear wife and our mother, Annie Carroll, who departed this life one year ago, February 1, 1914. Dear wife you will never be forgotten gobten Never shall your memory fade Sweetest thoughts will ever linger Around the grave where you are laid. Rest on dear mother, thy labois o'er Thy willing hands will toil no more A faithful mother both true and kind A truer mother you could not find By her devoted husband William and children, Samuel and Mrs. Rosa Driver. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, Jacob Davis, who died nine years ago today, February 2, 1906. We miss the sunshine of thy face. We miss thy kind and willing hand Thy fond and earnest care Our home is dark without thee We miss thee everywhere. In sad but loving remembrance of our devoted mother, Annie Coe Ray, who departed this life two years ago February 2, 1912. By her devoted children, Rebecca, Jerome, Martha, Marian, Sedonia, Philip and Roberta. Rev. Matthew W. Travers, D. D., of Washington, will preach a sermon to the Oyster Shuckers, of Baltimore at St. Johns A.M.E. Church, Lexington near Pine on February 14, 1915, at 3 p. m., by request of Miss Alverta Travers of St. Johns A. M. E. Church. Rev. James A. Briscoe, pastor. HINSON—In loving remembrance of my dear mother, Mary E. Hinson, who departed this life five years ago, February 7, 1910. By her loving daughter, Sadie Kennard, Rock Hall, Md. Charles Boston, who departed this life February 6, 1914. You will never be forgotten dear For the one we loved so dearly Has forever passed away. Oft I wander to the grave yard Flowers to strew with tender care On the grave of my dear husband Who is sweetly sleeping there. By his wife, Elizabeth D. Boston. Mrs. M. J. Parker wishes to thank the many friends for their kindness during the illness and at the death of her husband, Manases J. Parker, who departed this life January 29, 1915, at 1126 Pennsylvania avenue. St. Monica Lodge No. 37 G. U. O. B. and S. of Good Hope, will hold their eleventh anniversary sermon Sunday, February 14, at Trinity A. M. E Church at 7:30 p. m., at which time all sister Lodges are cordially invited to turn out with us. Brother M. Matthews, W. S.; Sister Martha Johnson, vice S.; Sister A. R. Jones, instructress; Sister E. Gray, secretary. Rev. S. M. Johnson,D.D., pastor For Sale or Rent APARTMENT FOR RENT 3rd story apartment for rent, 3 rooms $3.50 per week, also furnished room. Apply at 1919 Driud Hill avenue. FOR SALE One large three story house 200 block N. Mount street Price $1,000; terms $100 cash balance on easy terms. 8 rooms and bath. Rooms all private for further particulars apply to A. L. Johnson, 1415 Myrtle avenue. Phone Mad. 3664 y. FOR SALE 3 story house in seventeen hundred block of McCulloh street, new sewerage connection, ground rent $90. Price $1500; terms $150. cash Apply to 1415 Myrtle avenue. FOR RENT—Bright furnished room. Suitable for a gentleman. Apply 1211 Druid Hill avenue. Second floor apartment for rent. Reasonable price, 1344 Druid Hill avenue. ROOMS and BOARD can be had with a desirable family in the 2000 block of Druid Hill avenue. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER THE GREAT BAZAAR Under the Auspices of the K. of P., E. & W. Hemispheres To Commence Monday, February 1st, 1915, and Continue to the 12th AT ELKS' HALL, 414 W, HOFFMAN ST. All plans are now perfected for making this a great affair, hoping to have the patronage of all fraternal organizations and the public in general. Good Music each evening. Admission 10 Cents Season Tickets 15 Cents Washington's Birthday, Monday Eve., Feb. 22, '15 METROPOLITAN BAND I am desirous of taking this opportunity of thanking my many friends and patrons of my father the late SA MURL W. CHASE for their past patronage and to announce that the business will be carried on in the name of SAMUEL W. CHASE @ SON and that I promise to give all calls my personal attention, guaranteeing most polite and courteous services at all times, whether in city or suburbs, and most reasonable charges. Thanking you all again for your past patronage and asking a continuance of the same, I remain Yours respectfully P. MORTON CHASE Branch Telephone Madison 1990 811 I STREET, SPARROWS POINT Alfred Nixon General Agent John H. Holland, Agent 433 N. Gilmor St. Phone Sparrows Point 233 R Phone Gilmor 3361 M BIG Y.M.C.A. MASS MEETING SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7th, 4.30 P.M. At Grace Presbyterian Church JUDGE WILLIAM F. NORRIS Department of Justice, Washington, D. C. Subject.-"The Immortal Man" W. H. J, BECKETT WILL INTRODUCE THE SPEAKER Men and Women Invited Manases J. Parker, departed this life after five days illness. Thursday, January 29, 1915 at 1126 Pennsylvania avenue. His funeral took place Sunday, January 81, at Enon Baptist Church at 2 p.m. Interment was in Mt. Zion Cemetery. He was born 50 years ago in Norfolk, Va., and was a great church worker. He is survived by his wife, one son and three brothers. Mrs. Sallie Murry Pitman, the beloved wife, of Mr. Marshall Pitman, departed this life on January 28, 1915 at her late residence, Chestertown, Md., after a long and severe illness. The deceased was the daughter of Wm. and Caroline Murry of Queen Anne county, Md., also'a niece of Mrs. Anne M. Barrett of Chestertown, Md. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. J. R. Holland. A host of friends and relatives are left to mourn their loss. The Lord took her home to rest from her labors. By her loving cousin, Annie Bolden Tilghman. FOR SALE Three-story house, 600 block Dolphin street. Suitable for a school or apartment. Apply to 1415 Myrtle avenue. Special Music SPECIAL NOTICE The Holy Temple Church Anniversary of 14 years celebration, Rev. Ida Nelson, pastor and worship of God service, beginning on February 7th and ending on 17th. Special service each night. Wednesday, February 10, at 8 p.m., Rev. A. J. Mitchell, of Ames Memorial Church and congregation. February 11, at 8 p.m., Rev. Dr. Curry, of Asbury A. M E. Church and congregation. February 14, at 8 p.m., Rev. Dr. Carroll, his choir and congregation. February 14, at 8 p.m., Rev. Dr. E. Lyons, of John Wesley A. M. E. Church, has choir and congregation. February 17, Wednesday 8 p. m. Rev. Dr. Junius $ \textcircled{1} $Gray choir and congregation. Come and hear this divine. Rev. Ida H. Nelson, pastor. Mr. Alfred Bailey, secretary. FOR SALE Large three-story corner home, 1800 block of McCulloh street. G. R. $100. Price $2000.00. Apply to 1415 Myrtle avenue. Gentlemen Lodger wanted at 1001 Linden avenue. Terms 75 cents per week; also nice flat for rent. CHURCH NOTICES BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Lanvale St, and Druid Hill Ave. Rev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., Pastor Parsonage: 1405 Argyle Ave. Sunday, Feb. 7th, 1915 11 a. m., Sermon by Bishop John Hurst and Holy Communion. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 6 p. m. A. C. E. League. 7.30 p. m., Preaching. We thank all persons, churches, pastors and societies for the valuable assistance given in our rally last Sunday. L. S. Flagg, Pastor. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor. 427 Aisquith Street Sunday, Feb. 7th, 1915 11 a. m., Sermon by the pastor 2.30 p. m., Sunday School Session. 3. p. m., Men's Day Service. Addresses by Prof. Carrington L. Davis and others. Mr. John Woodhous, chairman. 5.45 p. m. Allen C. E. League. 8 p. m., Holy Communion. Matthew Moore, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford, Pres. J. W. Woodhous, Sec. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. S. M. Johnson, D. D. Pastor 6.90 a. m. Early Meeting. Charles Turner, Leader 11 a. m. Sermon by the Pastor. subject, "Why I am an A. M. E. Methodist." Ten banners will be presented to those who won them in the Fall Rally. Banners presented by Prof. E. A. Henderson. T. J. Holliday, Supt. H. Albert Whittington, Pres. A.C.EL. Sunday, Feb. 11. 11 a. m., Special sermon by pastor. Subject: "Dying Out of Christ." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Scholars and parents invited to be present. 3.30 p. m., special sermon to the Gold Leaf Association, by Rev. Mrs. Ida Nelson; her choir and congregation will be present. 4.30 p. m. Allen C. E. League 8 p. m., Sermon and Lord's Supper. Everyone welcome. Wm. Butter, Pres. A C. E. L. H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. PAYNE MEM. A.M.E. CHURCH Laurens and Calhoun Streets Rev. James G. Martin, Pastor Parsonage 1160 Calhoun Street The officers and members cordially invite strangers to worship with us. Sunday, February 7th, 1915. 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. J. W. Norris. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 4 p. m., Rev. M. Williams, of Mt. Zion M. E. Church, choir and congregation. will worship here 6 p. m. Allen C. E. League, Topic, Christian Endeavor That Counts: I Cor. 15:57-68. 7.30 p. m., Communion Service and the reception of the Probationers' Class into full membership. James E. Neal, Supt. Nehemiah Haughton, Vice Pres. A. C. E. L. Monday night lecture by Rev. J. W. Norris. Sunday, Feb. 7th, 1915 7 a. m. Class meeting 10 a. m. Bible class 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. 2 30 p. m. Sunday School 5.45 p. m. Allen Endeavor League 7.30 p. m. Sermon by the pastor. Holy Communion and Registration Day 10.30 a. m., Sermon by James, subject: "Our Relation to Jesus." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League 8 p. m., Say So Meeting. Let the redeemed of the Lord say so. Come early to be seated. FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. E. CHURCH Cor. Orchard and Tessier Sts. Rev. L.C. Curtis, D.D., Pastor Parsonage, 1232 Argyle Ave. Sunday, Feb. 7th 11 a. m., Sermon by the pastor, subject: "Safety of Righteous." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Edward T. Martin, Supt. 4 p. m. Class meeting. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor, subject: "Cup of Salvation." Lord's Supper administered. Wednesday night class. All are welcome to our services. Joseph Ridout, See'y George M. Johnson, Treas. 9 a. m., Class. Robert L. Carter, leader. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. J. G. Ryder, der, of Philadelphia, Pa., and Holy Communion. 2.30 p. m Sunday School. 3 p. m, Sermon by Rev. Dr. A. L. Gaines, of Waters A. M. E. Church; his choir and congregation. 6 p. m, Special League program. 8 p. m, sermon by Rev. J. G. Ryder and Holy Communion. Revival in progress. All invited. James Turbin, Church Clerk. Rev. C. Edward Brown, Pastor. Stockton St. near W. Baltimore 8t. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. Sunday, Feb. 7th, 1915 King Daughters' Day 10 a. m. Class. 1 a. m. Sermon by the pastor 2 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m., a visit to Wayman Memorial A. M. E. Church. 6.30 p. m. Christian Endeavor. 8 p. m. Platform services. The stewards board of John Wesley M. E. Church will be present at 8 p. m. All welcome to our new church Robert Johnson, Pres. C. E. T. H. McGowan Stn. ST. PAUL M. E. CHUBCR Saratoga St. near Carrollton Ave. Rev. S. A. Virgil. Pastor Sunday, Feb. 7th. 11 a. m., Sermon. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 5.30 p. m. Ewporth League. 8 p. m., Echoes of Rev. Billy Sunday's Revival in Philadelphia, by the Pastor, followed by Communion. WHATCOAT M. E. CHUROH. Franklin and Pine Sts. "King's Hill" Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor Residence: 618 Dolpin Street 11 a. m. Sermon by the Pastor. 3 p. m. Sunday School. 4.30 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Preaching by Rev. Steward Brown, of the Washington Conference, and Communion Service. This is Grand Rally Day. Please bring in books. W. C. Tongue, Supt. Thos. H. Johnson, Pres. E. L. ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH E. 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 6.30 p. m. Epworth League. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt. Mrs. Elizabeth Fuller. 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., Sermon by the pastor and Lord's Supper. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School Milton Dorsey, Supt 4 p. m. Brotherhood Bible Class. Jos. H. Lockerman, Teacher. 4.30 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Sermon to the Conyerts by Rev. Elijah Ayers. CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Sts. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Preaching by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, Supt. 3 p. m., Rev. J. Ford and congregation. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Rogers Ave. and Lexington Street Rev. Geo. C. Curry, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Mr. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League, Mr. Julian Ross, Pres. 8 p. m., Sermon by pastor. You are cordially invited. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH Cor. Sharp and Montgomery Sts. Dr. Ernest Lyon, Pastor Will observe the popular movement. "Go to Church Sunday," to which all the people are invited to attend one service at least. 11 a. m., sermon by pastor. Special music by choir, assisted by orchestral music. 2 p. m. Sunday School exercises. 3 p. m., Brotherhood Meeting. 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Sermon by the pastor. The public is cordially invited to these services SHARON BAPTIST CHURCH Presstman and Stricker streets Rev. Wm. Alexander, D. D., Pastor Thirtieth anniversary services of pastor and church. 11 a. m., Anniversary Sermon by the pastor. 3 p. m., Sermon by Dr. Ernest Lyon, of John Wesley M. E. Church, his choir and congregation will be present. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. P. H. Green of the A. M. E Church at Towson. All are invited. CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Ensor Street Dr. G. W. Kennard, Pastor Sunday, Feb. 7th, 1915 11 a. m., sermon by the pastor 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. $8 p. m., sermon by Rev. Abraham Hill. All are invited. GALILEE C. M. E. CHURCH Mount St. bet. Baker & Presbury Sts. 6.30 p. m. Epworth League, 8.30 p. m. Sermon by pastor, subject "What does God require, heart service or day worship?" Special appeal: Go to Church Sunday. Mrs. Elsie Gross, Pres. W. H. M. S. Mrs. Carrie Thomas, Pres. Juvenile Department 8RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH A teaching Sunday, Feb. 7th, special. Y. P. V. M. Society, Program 7.15 to 8.15 p. m. Preaching service 8.15 p. m., subject, "Is Spiritualism of God?" All welcome All questions answered Colored Young Women's Christian Association 1200 Dnid Hill Avenue You are cordially invited to attend our services. Sunday, Feb. 7th, 1915 5 P. M. Come and bring a friend ASSOCIATION DAY Mrs. Mary F', Handy, Presiding. Mrs. John A. Holmes, Speaker. M. E. Murphy, Pres. C. Davage, Vice Pres. E. E. Bright, Secy Annual election of officers of C. Y. W. C. A. Thursday, Feb. 11th, 1915. Every member having paid dues for 1914 and 1915 is eligible to vote and requested to be present. SaUTHERN FRO FESORSUIN OF GE PROLEN Follcwing a laudatory reference to the economic progress of the plecks of the South since the Civil War, a progres: that Dr. Brough describes a8 both cormrnendable and rapid, the educational progress of the race ig described as remarkable. Morally and religiously they have also made progress, ars Dr. Grough, ‘‘yet in both there re- spects,”’ he ales. ‘they are still lamentably zeak."” “Criminal statistic,"" be sa¥s, “for the Negro are mot very re- aseuring, %In 1890 the number of Negro prisoners per 100,009 of the population was 225; in 1994, 277; jn 1910, 378. There is a much higher rate of crime among the Negroes inthe North than in the South. This is toa large extent due to the fact that eeven-tenths of the Negroes of the North live in cities and are of an age when pergons have the most tendency to crime. It is interesting, however, to find that the Negro has a rela- tive lower percentage of crime than the immigrant races which are now coming to the United States. The eommitments to prison in 1902 per 1.000 of certain nationalities were: Mexicanos, 4.7; Italians. 4.4: Auz- trians. 2.6; French, 3.4: Canadians, 8; Russians, 4.8; Poles, 2.7; Noeoroes: 2.7."? HITS COLORED MINISTRY. Moeh chovld and can he done, eave Dr. Brough, in improving the character of the average colored minister of the South. He refer: to the great influence of these men over the Negroes, and claims that the average minister is ‘‘selfish, avaricious, and ignorant to an-un- bearable degree."” “In practically ever communi- ty,’ says Dr. Brough, ‘‘he is recog- nized ag the leader of his race, so that his education and moral train- ing are of vital importance in any plan looking to the betterment ef the Negroes. * “Tt is our duty”? Dr. Brough vontinues, ‘‘as members of the more intelligent race to teach the Negroes that health improvement 1s the hest preparation for effici- ency. that there is no iron law of morality, that length of life in- creanee wherever eanitary science and preventive medicine are ap- plied, and that a sufficient amount of pure air, pure food, and pure water would add at once ten years to the averave Negro life which is now about 35 years. It should be a matter of serious moment to the white people of the South 2s well aa to the Negroes that there are 450.000 Negroes in the South seriously ill all the time, represent- ing 18 days a year for each Negro inhabitant, a loss in annual earn- ings of. 112,000 Negra workers of approximately $45,000,000, and an annual vost of sickness for there Negroes of $75,000,000; that 225, 000 Negroes in the South die annually. representing funeral ex- penses of about $15,000,000. when 45 per cent, of these deaths are preventable; that 600,000 _ of Negroes of the present population will die from tuberculosis alone. 160,000 whom could be saved hy better sanitation and preventive medicine, and the annual loss to the South in potential earnings Fecause of preventable deaths among the Negroes is conservative: ty estimated to be $170,000,000, the average economic value ofa Negro’s life being $1,700. “Practically the only cloud on the horizon of race adjustment is the problem of.segregation. But time, wisdom and patience will solve this question. Social soli- darity ia inexorable. Segregation in. the departments of public ser- vice, railway and street cars, and even in cities, may be exceedingly just, but the idea of farm segrega- tion, as proposed by Clarence Poe, editor of The Progressive Farmer, in my bumble opinion, proposed as a means of giving the white man a better chance in agricultural and competition with.the Negro seems a travesty upon Anglo-Saxon superiority'and an injustice to the Negro. “I believe that the members of this commission, engaged in im- pertial, exhaustive research, can accomplish a lasting good for the members of both races, I believe that our highest duty is to rational- ize the impulses of aa inferior and aiien race by impressing upon them the necessity of maintaining the yecial integrity of both races, se- cuting an industrial education, and attaining. equality . of. economic FDRICUTO BTCC HIDNIGHTS MUSINGS Still On Tbe Go And Meeting Many Prominent People Ia The Southera Section | 2 RRO ERs 5 tO mer ns | street, a woman of my race welled up 0 a, preacher end looking him tright in’ the face said *‘Parzon, | thear the pares doo strick Jackson. ville, end [ wantro ask you if many i people get killed?" { You will see that this talk is idone here and some of the people lore exeited beczose they are like ‘Lan and don't understand this pan- lie business, Wheo I first heard jot it [ thoungt it wes some kind jof disease that wes taking people jaway from this world, but I have ‘learned that it is something about | money. | 1am now basking in. the sun- shine of Florida, but will be out let the State before you can read thia letter. You will see by my [ist letter that I waz in Georiga. I was very much impressed ith jthings in Boston, Ga. I reached jee town and the principle of the publie schuol met me at the table and carried me aver to the schoo}, where I found the children waiting to see me After talking ito the children i went to the A. M. |E. Church where | fovnd a number of women waiting to hear me de- iger-a special talk. Rev. M. EB. Smith is pastor of the church. He was delighted to have me visit his ‘church and people. Sra. C. S. Taylor, the wife of Dr. Taylor, was there and when we had finished speaking she kad me to go home with her to dinner. Shefisa Western woman who knows how to work. | Speaking of Mrs, Taylor ksowing how to work causes me to remind you that she is a well trained woman and a college graduate. Refined and cuitured, yet she is ready and, willing {0 work for and with the people. She is educated to her race and not away from it like many people. Sheisto be found right by the side of her husband, who-is some. doctor, be- lieve me. in the evening I spoke to a mixed audience and that night left for Lake City and Live Oak, I say Lake U.ty first because it was Tearchett tirat. I got into town and 'went directly to the quarters of Dr. M. H, Stafford, the real live tooth doctor iu town. Jt was not long before he aod his wife were upand inviting me to come in and be at home with them. _ At the head of the public school is Prof. J, L. Hoops, a brilliant young man, and he is surrounded by some teachers who are good ones. “Mr. B. J. Jones is the leading merchant in this section of the country. He has accurnulated some ‘money and property and ie still doing some good werk, Tome it was a source of pleasure to look in- to his face, He is a worker among his people. Iknow his wife and ‘have known her for many years, She bas beena great worker in the church. Mr. Jones and. his brother have united in the store and are doing some good, They have a big grocery, general store, undertakers, dealer in wood, and the Lord knows what else they have in their store and they will use it to advantage. Lremained over night in Lake City, and went to Live Oak to see Bishop E. Cottrell hold a confer- ence, it was a mission conference with about 2@ ministers, and they all seemed to be in Jove with their Bishop and he seemed to be in love with them. The Conference opened and the Bishop made a speech like all other bishops and.then got down to business, At the last days, Bishop Stewart, visited.the conference and it wasasad sight. 1am sure you will remember Bishop Stewart, because the last session of the general conference retired him without pay. 1n other words they set him aside to roat hog or die. They cropped his wings and told bim to fly. He could nut do much at flying. - THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER $e shall 2 at rest. Ferewell, ceawen, fare | PHILADELPHIA HAPP PTT eoeld cot help from shedd:ng | ; ; teers, Now there you find what) trecia! wo The Airo-Americz Christians will do for you, how! Philadelphia, Febrvars ther will close thelr Coors to ore} Berean Building end Loar of ikem. How ther will condemn: cion, one of the most sat and sexd to hell, sex they pray for! [pstivutions im the city, mercy. hes ard series oo Februar The Florida Memorial College! spicn time ther sill is located in Live Oak. with Prot. /$72G0.00 on macured sioc! R.T. Pollard as president. He is! sga:thew Anderson is pres en gid senool man and a geod ene; Mr. and Sirs. G. Grant arthat. He is doing fice work in: gg Wes: Philadeiphia.aree the town end I wan: to congratulate: igg their aunt, Mrs. Samar the people in Florida for being adie! <7 Poughkeepsie, N. ¥., zo get him. Mrs. R. T. Pollard is! home. right by his side, They are preé-} Your correspondent acka pering Yor a new building and in'che receipt of a copy of mz opinion it is sure to come. ijohason’s beok of poem While in Live Oak, 1 wes the{siiyer Chord’ There is v guest of one of the leading Airieanttne poetic genius of . Methodist preachers in the coun-| Johnson whose volume | try, Rev. John Lavender. jeontain many lines that I enjoyed being there very much, spire, eneevrage and he J.0 MIDNIGHT. |who may be fortunate e1 PITTSBURG HAPPENIHGS | Pittsburgh, Pa.,” Feb. 4.—Rev, |W. H. Skipwith, the singing evar- 'gelist, who has been conducting revival services ut the Central Bap- tist Church has gone to Richmond, Va., where he will conduct a two- week meeting. | Miss Julia Brown, Miss Lottie Vaughn and Miss Carrie Brows, of New Castle, Pa, were visitors ip the city during the week. Mr. Corutney, grand worthy [councillor of the Grand Court of 'Calantha, and Mrs. Jones of this [city visited the Chrysanthemum ‘Court of Calanthe at the regular meeting in New Castle. They were the guests of Mrs, T. A. Brooks. T. C. Cowan arrived in the city from Cincinnati during the week to make Pittsburgh his future home, Misa Gladys Elizabeth Brown, who has been attending Hartshorn Seminary. Richmond, V2., is visit- ing her parents, Rev. and Mrs. W. R, Byown. The revival services held at the Metropolitan Baptist Church by the pastor, Rey, Dr. W.R. Brown, have been very successful. Mrs. Imogene Ray Winston, of Jersey City, N.J., is in the city visiting friends and relatives, W. A. Bullett, of Cumberland, Md., was in the city for several days last week visiting friends. Mrs. S. A. Virgil,of W. Lexing- ton street, Baltimore, entertained informally from 4 to 6 p. m., in beter of Mirs Blanche Davis Hill, of Anaheim street,Schenley Heights who was the guest of Miss Jean Hamilton, also a Pittsburger, but now employed in the schools of Baltimore, Miss Hill will also spend a few days in Washington, D. C., the guest of Mra. J.C. Dan- cey, enroute home. WINCHESTER HAPPENINGS Wiocheeter, Va., February 4.— Madame Marion Adams Harris gave a most excellent concert at Mt. Carmel Free Baptist Church, Thurs- day night. Misa Laura Royers accompanied her. The Shenandoah Valley Cornet Band, under the direction of Prof. Turner of Mar- tinsburg rendered special music, Mrs. Ellen Rebinson Parker, one of the most highly respected ladies of this town died last week and was buried from the Primitive Baptist Church which she and her late husband founded. Rev. Benjamin Layton, the pas- tor, officated, Mr. Robert Webb, one of the most prosperous and well known residents died last_ week after a lingering illness. He was buried from his late residence, Rev. A. P, Shaw, officiating. Rev, John H, Quiett, who has been the principal of the public achaols for 33 years resigned last week. He is a graduate of Hamp- ton,and has shown marked efficiency in his teaching here. The School Board accepted his resignation with the most profound regret, Miss: Nellie Jones, teacher of the primary schoo! is filling the vacancy. CAMDEN, N. J. ITERS Camden, N. J., Feb, 6—Among our successful business enterprise: in this city are those conducted by Mrs. S.J. Johnson, funeral director; the Chapman Brothers, and George W. Green, barbers. ‘ Mrs, Elizabeth Howard, the not- ed evangelist,preached an excellent sermon Thursday evening at the Ferry Avneue Church. _ Rev. Jonah, of Mexico, lectured to a large audience at Macedonia A. M. E. Church last week. Mrs, Elizabeth Howard, the not2d evangelist, preached a powerful sermon to meo only at the Ferry Avenue Church last Sunday. Mrs. Amanda Williams, of 824 Sycamore street, is improving after a recent illness, . Mr. Walter Johnson, who, has been very sick, is improving slowly. PHILADELPHIA HAPPENINGS t Reatial We: Fie Aste NMernee MeeRT | Philadelphia, Febreary 4.—The {Berean Builtiog and Loan Associa. jrion, one of the most stable Negro linetitutions in the city, will opeo [:t5 Sard series og February 26th at Menon time ther will par out $7200.00 on macured stock. Rey. | Marthew Anderson is presid2nt. ; Mer. aod Mrs. G. Grant Williams of West Philadelpnia.are entertaia- ing their aunt, Mrs. Samantha Deyo ‘cf Poughkeepsie, N. Y., at their home. | Your correspondent acknowledges ‘the recaipt of a copy of Adoipous Johason’s beok of poems, ‘Th: ‘Silver Chord’? There is variety to ‘the poetic genius of Adolphus Johnson whose volume of poem: fcontain many lines that will in- ‘spire, encevrage and hearten all who may be fortunate enough to secure a copy, Mr. Joinson has the technic of sersification, but technic does not daze his imagina- tion, nor does it hamper the flight of his soul. His work has the charm of the singer in love with his art, and possesses the eathusi- fasm of the spirit ever young. They are published in this city and are a valuable addition to anyones library. The Royal Sewing Circle gave an entertainment last Saturday night at the beautiful home of Mrs. Chaney R. Sorrell, 2614 Arizona street, Miss Martha Anderson, President and Miss Harris, secre- tary. Mr. James Gilmore, our popular business man of 19th and Catharine street, has returned from New York city where he went to see the basket ball game between Howard and Washington teams. Mr. James McGruder ‘‘With the Girl from Utah’? which is playing at the Forest Theatre is stopping at 1620 Christian street. “The Allies” a social clu with |Miss Helen Waller, 1896 Sharswood street as secretary, will give their initial dance at Keyston Hail, February 12th. Mr. Charles C. White, an em- ployee in the United Customs, painfully injured his ankle by hav- ing a barrell roll over it at Pier 27, North. He was taken to his home where ke is resting comfort- ably. Mr. Paul Keene of 1625 Thomp- son street, is confined to his home with tonsilitis which ke contract- ed while on a recent visit to New York. Miss Helen E. Gorgas and Master Thomas A. Gorgas, Jr., were con- firmed at St. Augustine P. E. Church, Columbia avenue, Father Henry S. MeDaffy officiating. MEETINGS FOR DELAWARE MEETINGS Slaughter, Neck, Del., Jan. 29.— Meetiags for the colored farmer of the State arej being held in agri- cultural cominonities, under the auspices of the State Agricultural Extension Worker. Col. B. F. B. Woodall addressed a large mesting fere Thureday.. Much interest is being manitested in the meetings. ee Mt. Vernon 3569. First Class Service Pratt’s Restaurant OYSTERS IN EVERY STYLE 827 Druid Hill Ave., Balto., Md. Robert L. Pratt. Prop. Doty Brings Happiness Miss M. Richards, a school teacher, 1201 I street, Washington, DC. wrote: ‘Lately # pupil of my schoo showed unmistakable signs of Tubercu loa and was fast failing, The family doctor was dismissed and another call ed in, but the child grew worse. I sen’ part of a bottle of Strength and Life ‘which I was using, and stopped in after five days to see what effect it had. 1] eta happy mother and child anxious for more of the medicine, Herewit} find money order for another bottle.’ This is a good deed. Do not transgress physical laws and depend upon doctors, hospitals, radium and X-Ray Treatments to cure you. The BEST way td preserve HEALTH ig to strengthen the body cells eanstant- ly. Self-preservation is God's first law toman, Take STRENGTH & LIFE, the Tonic of Tonics, and preserve your. self. If sou have a Cough or Nerve Trouble, or if you'wish Free Rules fof Health, write to Dr. Newton E. Campbell, Lung and Nerve Specialist, 1369 N. Carey Street, Baltimore, Md. Always wencloge a 2cent stamp for reply. “Hair Dresser to Society” Of course there are other Hair Dressers BUT ONLY ONE EXPERT MASSAGING AND MANICURING 833 DRUID HILL AVE. Phone, Mt, Vernon 582-M Road The Afra-American Ledge: RAT RS 2 TO OUR CUSTOMERS & FRIENDS | We did advertise our Grocery and Provision Store fo: Sele. We hare h [no aprlicants but Hebres peopie. We wanted some colored parties to take ed [lace but we had noae to.appiy. Hence we withdrew the sale. me Pia Veare now going to do business on 2 larger scale - Westhank vou for past favors aad ask for rour future trade. ALL ORDERS QUICKLY FILLED. ‘ Successor JAMES G. MARTIN, JP., Silas Winchester and Calhoun Sis, Phone “adison 33i5-m rm pr 4 AN APPEAL TO RACE PRIDE 1. Do you think a first class grocery store could be conducted in Bui: 3 more City by 2 colored man? ge Do you know of any colored men that is conducting s firs class 2 grocery store thet is supported by the colored peop «” Boe Do you thiak the colored: people would patrcaize 2 colored crocery siore that can sel as cheap 2nd goods 2s ‘ine in quality 2s any other copie? Popp’ Have you any specie! prejudice against the colored enterpriie? E Do you believe in your race? Have you rece price? Lo you believe in race enterprise? li you cennot make it yourselves axe you willing to inelp those who think they can’ @ “Would you be willing to give a part or portion of your irade toe colored frm, eT vould you put yourseli a little out of the wev to trede with 2 colored firm if they treated you honestly? 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We give money back if itdon’t do the way we chim, Tryabor Price 2ie by Bal, 0 Feeeiot of stampa or cai EXELENTO MEDICINE CO,, Adanta. Ga. PYTHIAN KNIGHT'S EFFICIENT WORK Steps In S. W. Groen's Career to Official Position. MAGNIFICENT HALL ERECTED Costly Structure In New Orleans Is the Result of Mr. Green's Untiring Efforts and Able Financiering—Excellent Condition of the Louisiana Grand Lodge. New Orleans.—The Pythian temple, the largest building in this section of the country owned by the race, is the brain work of one of the most unique characters among us, S. W. Green, supreme chancellor of the Knights of Pythias. The supreme session of the order will be held in Columbus, O., next August. S. W. Green became a member of the order of Knights of Pythias July 17, 1883, when the order was in its infancy, being a charter member of Pride of Tensus lodge No. 21, St. Joseph, La. He was elected to the station of V. C. of the lodge, but served as C. C. from the time the lodge was [Picture of a man in a suit with a bow tie]. S. W. GREEN. organized until June 30, 1886; was the grand representative from his lodge, and immediately upon entering the grand lodge his ability to handle finances commenced to show itself, and in May, 1884, he was elected to the position of G. M. F. and served for one year. In April, 1886, Mr. Green was elected to the position of G. K. of R. and S., and served in that station until 1891, at which time he was renominated for the position, but declined renomination. He was elected to the position of G. C., and upon assuming that station, he found the finances of the grand lodge in an insolvent condition. The general fund had no assets, while its liabilities amounted to $105.62. The endowment fund showed the amount of assets to be $196.40, while its liabilities showed death claims due and unpaid, aggregating $3,424.25. The membership at that time was only $70. Year by year he has schemed and persevered toward placing Louisiana upon a solid foundation, financially, and his people, ever ready to aid him in carrying out the plans that he had under way, re-elected him to the position of G. C. by acclamation, and since the date of his first election he has been unanimously re-elected to that position every year. He found that it was necessary to increase the endowment dues if the grand lodge of the state of Louisiana was to be resurrected, and accordingly he recommended that instead of the members paying 25 cents per month endowment tax, that it be increased to 50 cents per month for six months of the year and 25 cents for the other six months. That recommendation was adopted and became a part of the laws of the grand lodge, with the result that a sufficient sum was soon accumulated to pay off all outstanding claims for endowment, and when the grand lodge met in April, 1902, it was entirely out of debt, with a small surplus on hand to the credit of the endowment department. The grand lodge was then paying an endowment of $200 ninety days after a claim was filed. In April, 1905, the grand chancellor recommended that the endowment policies be raised to $500, payable on the graded system, and that the assessment be 50 cents per month, the claims to be paid within thirty days after they were filed. In 1906 the surplus in the endowment fund had reached such a large sum and was growing all the time that the question arose. "What shall we do with this money?" It was then necessary for S. W. Green to study out a way of investing it. Accordingly, in 1906, at the grand lodge session in Alexandria, La., he recommended that the grand lodge of the state of Louisiana erect a Pythian temple, and an appropriation of $12,000 was made by the grand lodge for the purchase of a site for the same. This appropriation was found to be insufficient to purchase a site in the desired locality, and an additional $3,000 was there fore appropriated, which resulted in the purchase of a desirable site in this city to be used at a later date for a Pythian temple. The original appropriation for the temple was only $30,000, but, realizing that a $80,000 building in a city like New Orleans would not serve the purpose for which it was intended, Mr. Green allied his forces and carried them to the grand lodge, which convened in this city in 1908, and by such alliance the grand lodge approved his action in reference to building a magnificent structure, which is now completed and cost in the neighborhood of $290,000. Thus we see that from the crippled condition of affairs when assuming control of the office we find that the grand lodge of the state of Louisiana has 181 lodges in the state with a membership of 1,000 and with the total resources of $12,251,07 as an endowment fund. Mr. Green attended the supreme lodge session in August, 1863, as supreme representative for the state of Louisiana and has attended every supreme lodge session as a representative since. At the supreme lodge session held in Pittsburgh in 1905 he was elected to the position of supreme vice chancellor and ex officio supreme worthy counselor. At the supreme lodge session in Louisville, Ky., in 1907 he was re-elected to the position, which he held until April 2, 1908, when he assumed the duties of supreme chancellor, caused by the death of the late S. W. Sturiks. ```markdown ``` DR. FRISSELL ON CAUSES OF THE PRESENT EUROPEAN WAR President of Hampton Says Jalousy Between Nations Brought on Conflict. Hampton, Va.-Dr. H. R. Frissell, principal of Hampton Institute, in one of his Sunday evening addresses at the school recently spake of some of the underlying causes of the great war that is raging in Europe and pointed out what, in his opinion, will be some of the striking results when it is all over. Dr. Frissell said: When we had battles fifty years ago there were thousands killed; now there are hundreds of thousands. Guns then shot just a little way; now they shoot a long, long way. Now, when we have a battle, the lines extend, instead of a few miles, hundreds of miles. We have, too, the great airships and the submarines. The whole thing is very wonderful, but it is very, very sad. What made this war? I think the war has come because people have not trusted one another enough. We have not trusted white-people to trust colored people and colored people to trust white people. This is one of the great lessons that Hampton teaches. Now, another reason for this war is that the nations got jealous of one another. Germany is a young nation. It is not as old as many of the other nations of Europe. I speak of Germany because most of us are English speaking people and we want to be fair to Germany. Germany is right in the middle of Europe. She came suddenly into power. She did marvelously well. She had clean cities, excellent railroads and an admirable government. I am sure that some people were jealous of her. She did a great that was worse. I am afraid that some other nations were jealous of Germany, and that made Germany jealous of them. I think Germany was more or less suspicious of the other nations. I think, too, that the other nations were suspicious of Germany. And for these reasons this war came. Just so far as we can put down distrust of one race for another race and one nation for another nation, just so far as we get rid of suspicion and love one another we can get rid of war. There is always a great deal that is bad about war. There is in the first place, the feeling of hate that follows, and there are the sorrow and the misery. There are some good things coming out of it. For one thing we are going to have more sympathy. Sympathy, means suffering with. Every time I see the Hampton teachers working with their needles I am glad because I think it means more sympathy. Then, too, there was the collection of $200 we took for the Belgians. The girls gave $50. I was very glad of that. All over this country there are people who are sacrificing themselves in order to help the Belgians and other suffering people in Europe. So one of the good things that will come out of the war is that it will bring sympathy for people all over the world. Do you know that in Russia over 100,000,000 people have stopped drinking? In France the people have stopped taking absinth. Then, too, there is a great deal that people have to do for their country for what they think is right. There is a tremendous education that people receive through suffering. What is going to come of it all? One thing, I hope and I believe, is that we are not going to have any such great wars any more. I believe that we will not have any more of these great armies. I do not mean that we shall not have any armies. We have to have police. I do not mean we shall not have any navy. I mean that just as in this country we have a great federation of states, all of them working and co-operating together, so in Europe there will be a great federation of nations. I hope that we may pray that God will bring peace; that he will do away with race hatred, with distrust and with suspicion. Progress Noted In Brooks County, Ga. The assessed value of colored people's property in Brooks county, Ga., is $566977. In the Dixie district of this county an industrial school under Miss Lillie Gaines and the Simon Hill Baptist church, under Rev. W. F. Tarver, have done much to develop habits of thrift and economy among the colored people. During the past year the school, with its six corn and tomato clubs, put up 2,500 jars and cans of tomatoes and corn. Two Schoolboys Join Savings Club. Two colored boys, James Jeter and Edward Allen, of Little Rock, Ark., joined the Savings Club of the Union Trust Company of that city and saved over $100 since Jan. 7, 1914, says the National Negro Business League. These boys have a joint shoe cleaning stand, which they run after school hours. Aside from saving this money, they have bought their own clothes and schoolbooks. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER NEW ODD FELLOW OFFICIAL Afro-American Busi Professor J. H. Johnson Elected to Subcommittee of Management. Salisbury, N. C.-Among the new members recently installed at the meeting of the subcommittee of management of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows held in Philadelphia was Professor J. H. Johnson of this city. He represents North Carolina and is a true representative of the splendid type of young men entering this great organization, which is a potent element in racial ascendancy. With such unselfish leaders as Colonel James H. Young, deputy grand master of this fraternity for the jurisdiction of North Carolina, Professor Johnson is doing a constructive work that has made him conspicuous in the fraternity, especially in this section. He is unassuming, but uncompromisingly for the judicious management of every thing that he is identified with. He registered this fact at the R. M. C. at Atlanta, Ga., and because of his striking qualifications he was made a member of the subcommittee of management. Professor Johnson is now serving his fourth year as district grand secretary of the Old Fellows of this state. With such capable and representative men as Professor Johnson managing the affairs of this organization, with Hon. A. B. PROFESSOR J. H. JOHNSON. E. C. Morris of Chicago heading the craft, the featherliness from present indications will have unprecedented success this year. This city is one of the main centers of the Southern railway and where a number of its largest shops are located. Hundreds of our people find employment in these shops and a majority of them are doing good work. They had to be reached and assisted in purchasing comfortable homes for themselves and families, and Professor Johnson and a number of progressive men of this city organized the Salisbury-Spencer Building and Loan association, which is doing much in the matter of assisting our people in buying their own homes. Mr. Johnson is secretary and treasurer of the organization. In this part of North Carolina will be found a number of our leading institutions of learning. Livingstone college is located here and is the principal college of the A. M. E. Zion denomination and is disseminating a strong influence for good throughout the country. Professor Johnson is a member of the faculty. He is prominent in Masonic circles and is foremost in various civic and literary organizations among our people in this section of the state. SPINGARN SPEAKS FRANKLY. Dead Line of Color Will Not Solve Race Problem. He Avers. In his address before a large audience in the council chamber of the city hall in Omaha on Friday evening, Jan. 22, Dr. J. E. Spingarn, chairman of the board of directors of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored people, among other things, said: "I thank God that vice, crime and disease know no color line, nor do they honor any segregation law. Segregation is now in effect in eight cities of this country whereby no colored family may live in a block occupied by a majority of whites and vice versa. "We come to the American people with a plea for justice. We say to them frankly, as Sir Sidney Oliver, the British governor of black teenage Jamaica, has said before us, that never can we solve the problem by the dead line of color. 'The colored people are advancing. Two of the most remarkable works of literature in America in the past thirty years are by colored authors. One of them is 'Up From Slavery,' by Dr. Booker T. Washington." Remarkable Business Achievement. The National Negro Business league in its search for notable achievements of business concerns for the past year reports that the North Carolina Mutual and Provident association of Durham, N. C., closed its 1914 records with the following figures: Total business for the year, $490,000; increase over 1913, $50,000; amount paid to its members, $200,000. Meeting of Evangelical Publishers. The annual meeting of the Evangelical Denominational publishers held in Cincinnati Jan. 26 and 27 was largely attended. The reports on the various grades of religious publications were encouraging. The National Baptist publishing house at Nashville, Tenn., was represented by Dr. R. H. Boyd and three other officials of the Afro-American Business 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 FENNA AVENUE Upp. N. W. Police Station Shoe Repairing While You Walt My work has no equal. My rrice can't be beat Work called for shd delivered WM. H. LAYTON EXPRESS FOR HIRE 806 LANVALE STREET Baggage called for and delivered to all parts of City and R.R. Depots Telephone Madisou 8785 Y Character is the Best Capital WM. H. PARKER Real Estate Broker and Investor Property Lought and sold on easy term: 917 oruid Hill Avenue W. A. 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Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sun THE BALTIMORE SPECIALIST has made a life study of all special diseases of both sexes, and his success in curing these diseases so quickly and permanently has aroused the wonder, as well as the envy, of Specialists as well as doctors generally. ALL CURES GUARANTEED. NO INCURABLE CASES TAKEN. CONSULTATION FREE. All Diseases Treated.—Patients starting this week cured half the regular rates. THE BALTIMORE MEDICAL OFFICE ..... 7 S. Gay St., Room 415, Fourth Floor, take elevator, Baltimore, Md. Office Hours: 9 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays & Holidays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. YORK RIVER LINE New Steamers "City of Richmond" and Richmond, Danville and points on the South A lantic Coast Line and Chespeake and recently been rearranged so as to give and ored passengers. Baltimore to Richmond, First Class. Trip, $4.50--Baltimore to Richmond, Sec taining two berths, $1.25. All tickets e MRS. LUC Expert Worker in Hair W Instructions Given to a 1308 N. FREMONT AVENUE, HAIR CULTURIST, SCALP MASSAGE, CLIPP Scalp Treatment at N MME. AMY ROYAL'S S At 1606 Druid New Steamers "City of Richmond" and "City of Annapolis" for West Poin Richmond, Danville and points on the Southern Railway, Norfolk and Westers Atlantic Coast Line and Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. These steamers have recently been rearranged so as to give additional space for exclusive use of colored passengers. FARE Baltimore to Richmond, First Class, $2.50—Baltimore to Richmond, Round Trip, $4.50—Baltimore to Richmond, Second Class, $2.00. All Stateroems containing two berths, $1.25. All tickets entitle passengers to berth in Cabin. MRS. LUCY S. DAY I LEAD-OTHERS FOLLOW I carry a full Line of Human Hair Goods Combings made in puffs and braids Madame J. CREDITT'S Hair Dressing, Face Massage and Manicuring Parlors 1140 Druid Hill Avenue Entrance on Dolphin St., 3rd floor. 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The campaign was carried under the auspices of the Southern Baptist Convention, and Rev.Junius Gray was chairman of the committee in charge of the colored churches. Rev.J. W. Bailey, of Texas, and Rev.Richard Carroll, of South Carolina, assisted by a number of white ministers, conducted the meetings in colored churches. Daily meetings, well attended by both races, were held at the Eutaw Place Baptist Church. Rev. Richard Carroll filled the pulpit three times at Perkins Square Baptist Church Sunday, and also preached there Monday night. The Unity Baptist Ministers' Conference, the Emergency Baptist Association and the Maryland Missionary Baptist Convention adopted resolutions of praise for Dr. Western Bruner, Dr. Strong, of the whites, and Revs. Carroll and Bailey for their efforts in behalf of the campaign. HOUSEHOLD OF RUTH INSTALL OFFICERS Queen Esther Household of Ruth No. 5 G. U. O. of O. F. met on its regular meeting Thursday, January 28, 1915 and the following officers were duly installed by the Degree Mistress, District Grand Most Noble Governor Annie R. Johnson. Past most noble governor, Estella Taylor; most noble governor, Rosa Dent; right noble governor, Hattie Tomlyn; noble governor, Lucy Davis; worthy recorder, Jennie Mason; worthy treasurer, Mary A. Harris; worthy prelate, Ella P. Chesley; worthy consuler, Lewis Dawson; trustees, Charles T. Mason, David E. Green, Pauline Smith; usher, Martha Mcculough; chamberlain, Annie Jackson; worthy shepherd, Lizzie Blake; supporters, Marv Blake, Susie Bailey, Louisa Raiff D. G. M. N. G.. Annie R. Johnson was presented a handsome candelaure by the Household; also a handsome silk umbrella a gift of P. M. N. G., Jennie Mason after which a very fine collation was served and enjoyed by all present. INVINCIBLE COMPANY ELECT OFFICERS The Invincible Company No. 11 W. R. K. of P. has elected for the ensuing term the following officers: Captain Samuel P. Steen was exceeded by Captain George E. Crummell. 1st Lieut., Charles H. Parker, 2nd Lieut., Clifford Trusty, 1st Sergt., Raymond Ricks, Guard, James Morgan; Sentinel, Eulyses Johnson; 1st Corporal, Wm. H. Johnson, No. 2; 2nd Corporal, Ellison Swan; Quartermaster Sergt, George Kane; Recorder, Wm. H. Johnson, No. 1; Treasurer, Charles Williams; Chaplain, Edward Howard. The result of the rally at Bethel A. M. E. Church was $2,104.21 as follows: The captains in the church $1,465 94; other churches $510.73; Societies $65 00; Stokes and Derry contribution box $3 57; plate and public collection $58.97. Total $2,104.21. We extend our thanks to all persons, churches and lodges that assisted us and will in the near future give an itemized statement of what each captain, church and lodge contributed. L. S. Flagg, pastor. The thirtieth anniversary of the founding of Sharon Baptist Church, Stricker and Presstman streets, will be the occasion for special services beginning Sunday with an anniversary sermon by the pastor, Rev. Dr. W. M. Alexander. Dr. Ernest Lyon will preach at night and a big reception will take place next Monday night. Clarence Jones was granted an absolute divorce from his wife, Alice Jones on January 30, 1915, in the Circuit Court No. 2, by Judge Heiseler. At the monthly social meeting of Certennial M. E. Choir, Mrs. Georgetta B. Wells and Mrs. Bertha Henson Terry, entertained with an elaborate repast on last Friday evening in the social parlors of the church. The Violet Leaf Pleasure Circle held their first informal collation on January 28, 1915, at 1406 Mosher street. They were entertained by different socials and many friends from New York. Thomas R. Smith, the well known hotel proprietor, underwent a minor operation at his home, 2035 Druid Hill avenue, a few days ago. He expects to be out in a few days. William L. Fitzgerald, the real estate dealer, who was stricken with acute indigestion Tuesday, is in a greatly improved condition. Mrs. Emma Smith is very sick at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Janie McGlotten, 1405 Jefferson street. * Only the best at Pratt's Miss Lina Smith, of 1317 N. Stricker street, who has been ill for several months is slowly improving. Mrs. Annie Hall, of 529 Robert street, who has been confined to her home by illness is now much improved. Mrs. Sarah Blake, of 1911 Division street has returned home from a week-end visit to her cousin in New Jersey. Go to Pratt's. 5827 Mrs. Annie E. Langston, of 409 N.'Fremont avenue, has recovered from an attack of four weeks' illness. Mr. John W. King, who was taken suddenly sick at his home, 24 Carroll street, Annapolis, was removed to the Emergency Hospital Wednesday, in a serious condition. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver are all smiles over a 13 pound baby girl. Mrs. Rachel Wilson is visiting her sister, Mrs. Lydia G. Chase, 1400 Mosher street. Pratt's 827 Druid Hill avenue. Miss Nellie L. Wilson, 1400 Mosher street, who has been sick for sometime is able to be out again. The Lady Board of Managers of Provident Hospital wish to thank all who contributed in the Christmas card effort put forth by them. $52.25 was received on the cards; $50. was presented to the hospital through Dr. D. Grant Scott, superintendent. The expenses were $2.25. EASY PAYMENTS ARRANGED SEWER CONNECTIONS HIGH GRADE WORK WE GUARANTEE OUR WORK AND DO IT PROMPTLY AND NEATLY INVESTIGATE Let of satisfied Customers in every section of the city. Phone St. Paul 7557, or better send Postal for estimate. STAR PLUMBING CO., 919 East Lombard Street THE DAY NURSERY Earnestly requests the patronage of the public at a Pre-Lenten Basket Ball Contest on Tuesday, Feb. 16th, Richmond Market Armory. You can help a great cause at a small sacrifice. Tickets on sale at all druggists. DAY NURSERY ASSOCIATION Clarence Jas. Hammond Co. CONFECTIONERY Lafayette Ave. at Division St. ICE CREAM ICES THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER That beautiful strictly colored suburb to secure your building site for your future home Out in the open. Free from unhealthy 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 details. PatapscoParkLandCo. 106 LAW BUILDING AT GALILEAN FISHERMAN AUDITORIUM FRIDAY, FEB. 12, 1915 KERR'S ORCHESTRA CARDS OF ADMISSION 25 CENTS FREDERICK DOUGLASS Thursday, February 11, at 8 P.M. Sharp St. Mem. M. E. Church UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE Baltimore Branch of the National Association for Advancement of Colored People SPEAKERS:—Mr. CHARLES EDWARD RUSSELL of N. Y. Mr. WILLIAM PICKENS, of Texas PRE-LENTEN DANCE & BASKETBALL GAME THE DAY NURSERY ASSOCIATION Under the Auspices of the Advisory Board AT RICHMOND MARKET ARMORY Tuesday, February 16th, Beginning at 8.30 P.M. A Prize will be awarded to the Winning Team by Hon. Harry S. Cummings DEMONSTRATION OF LATEST DANCES BEGINS AT 10 P. M. The Frisco Frizee, the new Pavilowian Gavotte (by Mme Pavilowa] the Castle Blaze, the LaVoita Glide and others, under the direction of MK. ERNEST PHIVRIANCE, Demonstrator. THOMPSON'S FULL ORCHESTRA, Rendering Latest Selections TICKET 125 CENTS For sale at all Drug Stores Mrs. Jennie H. Ross, Pres. Day Nursery Dr. Wm. T. Carr, Jr., Pres. Advisory Board Mr. T. Henry Waters, Chair. Committee of Management A GRAND DOCTORS' CONCERT & CONTEST AT SHARP ST. MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Admission 25 Cents, Entitling Holder to five votes for his choice A Prize will be given the one selling the highest number of tickets over fifty Dr. T. H. Kerr, Musical Director. _____ Rev. Wm. N. Holt, Manager. MASS MEETING OF THE CITIZENS OF BALTIMORE Under the Auspices of the Alumni Association of the Colored High School STOKES and DERRY'S 1016 Druid Hill Avenue, Cor. Oxford Phone: St. Paul 3119 FRIDAY. FEB. 12th CONFETTI BELLS A fine sazket worth $65.00, in black cloth steel gray or white plush slightly polished stone or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearth either black, gray or white, to match casket, as desired; six heated cast images, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening gravest advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, etc ifix when desired, rugs, chair etc, all of the latest designs. C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M BALTIMORE, MD. RE LENT FRIDAY FEB. 27th RATTLERS XEL CARNIVAL RECTION OF SERPENTINE THE ANNUAL REPORT THE PROFIT SHARING ASSOCIATION INCOME OFFICE 307 ST Number new members for the Members lost for the year Number of paid up shares du par value of $100.00 each Amount paid on running share Amount of loans for the year Annual dividend for the year OF PROFIT SHARING BUILDING AND LOA ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED OFFICE 307 ST. PAUL STREET new members for the year 69 post for the year (none) 0 of paid up shares during the year at value of $100.00 each 16 or $1, paid on running shares for the year 1, loans for the year, mortgages, etc. 2, dividend for the year, 7 per cent. THE PROFIT SHARING BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED OFFICE 307 ST. PAUL STREET Number new members for the year 69 Members lost for the year (none) 0 Number of paid up shares during the year at par value of $100.00 each 16 or $1,600.00 Amount paid on running shares for the year 1,410.20 Amount of loans for the year, mortgages, etc. 2,492.65 Annual dividend for the year, 7 per cent. In order to save time and carfare to its members we have added this BANK FEATURE Call and get a bank before the supply is exhausted We hereby certify that the agreement of the Association Business OFFICERS A Clarke L. Smith, Lawyer and Rea H. M. Burkett, Real Estate and In Wm. H. J. Wheeler, Barber, 106 N. A. E. Anderson, 1615 W. Saratoga. James E. Dougherty, 629 West Land. Wm. C. McCard, 21 E. Saratoga S. Young's Makes the Hair Long, gives scalp. One 25 cent. Scientifically pro YOU -Druid H. ONLY THE BEST AT FENNE We use only Pure and Fresh Compounding. That's what Physician. If you are ill let us compound your pres PATENT MEDICINES AT CUR We will introduce our NEW agents for MME. WALKER IT NEVER FAILS. PER BOX. 50C. AGENTS FOR OVERTON'S Which we are selling in large quantities. It's fine. 25 cents. We send goods by PARCEL POST to and with us and be FEN THE BISSY CO TEL. MADISON 3322--Y Harvey B. SANITARY- SEWERAGE Installation of Steam No Job Too Large. 1513 PRESSTMAN STREET We certify that the above is a true and accurate the Association Business for year ending Feb. OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS Smith, Lawyer and Real Estate Hatt, Real Estate and Insurance Wheeler, Barber, 106 N. Howard Street Benson, 1615 W. Saratoga street Busherty, 629 West Lanvale Street Bard, 21 E. Saratoga Street Young's Hair Food The Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies scalp. One 25 cent can will convin € Scientifically prepared at— YOUNG'S PHARMACY -Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman S BEST FENNEL'S PHARMA Only Pure and Fresh Drugs and Chemicals in founding. That's why we have the confidence sian. If you are ill, consult your Physician compound your prescription at a reasonable MEDICINES AT CUT PRICES, SATURDAY, introduce our NEW PROFIT SHARIN SYSTEM u 5 per cent on your spendings. In other wor send One Dollar with us you get back five cents. CHECKS for they are worth saving. WE WILL Redeem CHECKS EVERY MONDAY FOR MME. WALKERS WONDERFUL HAIR G OLS. PER BOX. 50C. WALKER'S SHAMPOO 50C. GLOSS FOR OVERTON'S HIGH BROWN PREPARAT are selling in large quantities. Try their High Brown-FACE POW dies by PARCEL POST to any part of the country. We invite you with us and be convinced of our prices. FENNEL'S BISSY CORNER Druid Hill St at Bidon ISON 3322--Y Harvey R. Williams SANITARY-PLUMBING..... SEWERAGE CONNECTIONS Installation of Steam and Hot Water Heating No Job Too Large. Terms Arranged STSTMAN STREET BALTIMOR We hereby certify that the above is a true and accurate Statement of the Association Business for year ending Feb.1,1915 Young's Hair Food Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25 cent can will convin e Scientifically prepared at— YOUNG'S PHARMAC. Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street ONLY THE BEST AT FENNEL'S PHARMACY We use only Pure and Fresh Drugs and Chemicals in all our Compounding. That's why we have the confidence of your Physician. If you are ill, consult your Physician and let us compound your prescription at a reasonable price. PATENT MEDICINES AT CUT PRICES, SATURDAY, FEB. 6 We will introduce our NEW PROFIT SHARIN + SYSTEM whereby we allow you 5 per cent on your spendings. In other words every time you spend One Dollar with us you get back five cents. Ask for your SALE CHECKS for they are worth saving. WE WILL RDEEM CHECKS EVERY MONDAY AGENTS FOR MME. WALKERS WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER IT NEVER FAILS. PER BOX. 50C. WALKER'S SHAMPOO 50C. GLOSSINE 58C. AGENTS FOR OVERTON'S HIGH BROWN PREPARATIONS Which we are selling in large quantities. Try their High Brown. FACE POWDERS. It's fine. 25 and 50 cents a box. We send goods by PARCEL POST to any part of the country. We invite you to deal with us and be convinced of our prices. Installation of Steam and Hot Water Heating No Job Too Large. Terms Arranged Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete JOHN H UNDERTAKEN Complete $73.00 FU A fine sasket worth $65.00, in highly polished ask or walnut out other black, gray or white, to m ages, new and up-to-date; fine advertise funeral, six pairs of glo fix when desired, rugs, chair s etc. This funeral cost elsewhere... My price $73.00.....$75.00 Other Funerals as low as $25, $35, No charge for removal Shipping Funerals, St. 1222 Division St., b Residence C. & P. Pho C. & P. Phone Madison 322 James Mt. Auburn JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete ket worth $65.00, in black clot steel gray or w ed ask or wainut outside case; beautiful rubber- gray or white, to match casket, as desired; six and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, op- eration, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, can- fried, rugs, chair setc, all of the latest designs. General cost elsewhere.....$1 ce $73.00.....$75.00 Saving you $61.00....$3 m as low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100. No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. Hipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Complete 1222 Division St., bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. Residence C. & P. Phone. Mad. 4067 Madison Phone Madison 3224 M James F. Hall Auburn Marble My price $73.00.....$75.00 Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 Other Funerals as low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $175 No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. Special Prices On All Church Work Interior And Exterior Work.... Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. M Residence: 1216 Argyle Aven Events and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curry Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. Man Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. Mantles. Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue ```markdown ``` OF BUILDING AND LOAN INATION CORPORATED PAUL STREET the year 69 (none) 0 going the year at 16 or $1,600.00 es for the year 1,410.20 mortgages, etc. 2,492.65 , 7 per cent. THE PROFIT-SHARING BUILDING & LOAN ASSOCIATION Aove is a true and accurate State Business for year ending Feb.1,1915. AND DIRECTORS Estate - President Insurance - Secretary Howard Street - Treasurer Street - Bookkeeper Male Street Street - Attorney Hair Food We control of it and purifies the that can will convin € prepared at— KING'S PHARMACY, Al Avenue and Hoffman Street AL'S PHARMACY Drugs and Chemicals in all our we have the confidence of you. consult, your Physician and description at a reasonable price. AT PRICES, SATURDAY, FEB. 1 PROFIT SHARIN; SYSTEM whereby our spendings. In other words even as you get back five cents. Ask for worth saving. CHECKS EVERY MONDAY HERS WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER WALKER'S SHAMPOO 50G. GLOSSINE 350G HIGH BROWN PREPARATIONS Try their High Brown-FACE POWDERS and 50 cents a box. A part of the country We invite you to deal innovated of our prices. NEL'S WINER Druid Hill Ave. at Biddle S R. Williams PLUMBING..... CONNECTIONS and Hot Water Heating Terms Arranged BALTIMORE, MN H. OWENS R & EMBALMER MERALS $75.00. Complete black clot steel gray or white p side case; beautiful rubber-tired b utch casket, as desired; six heated marial robe, embalming, opening g es, door crepe, candles, candelabra all of the latest designs. $136.00 Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $150, $1 of remains from Hospitals. 5.00 and $50.00 Complete. St. Dolphin and Lanvale. Ne. Mad. 4067 Madison 4921- M F. Hall Marble Co Times, Corner Posts and Curbing Work of All Kinds. Mantles. 16 Argyle Avenue