The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER --- VOL. XXIII. NO. 27 NEW HIGH SCHOOL URGED Enthusiastic Meeting at Union Baptist Church in Interest of a New School Building Alma Mater, we thy children Sing praise unto thee, With joy and love's devotion, We pledge thee loyalty. The above-quoted lines from "Alma Mater" sung by Mrs. Roberta Creditt at the meeting held at Union Baptist Church Thursday night to create sentiment for a new and modern building for the Colored High School, gives but a faint idea of the interest manifested in the welfare of the school and its pupils. The meeting was held under the auspices of the Alumni Association of the school, and a large audience was present to echo the demand for a modern home. While many of those present are graduates of the school, the greater portion were other citizens interested in the securing of modern educational equipment. Mr. Gough D. McDaniels, who presided, said that the alumni would do everything possible to aid in getting a new building. Prof. Mason A. Hawkins, principal of the school, traced the beginnings of the movement for a high school in this city. This agitation was started by Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson in May 6, 1885, and directly led to others manifesting interest he said. The school was established in 1887, he pointed out, as a part of the grammar school. This dual existence continued until 1896, when he, J. Marcus Cargill, then a member of the City Council, succeeded in having a law passed over a district high school. The school was declared by Mr. Howeins to be inadequate to the needs of our pupils encrolled, was situated in surroundings that were not suitable and the pupils in going to and from the school had to pass through an avenue infested with saloons and other influences against good morals. More room was needed for library, laboratory and other facilities, in order that the school may continue its present good reputation, he said. MENACE TO HEALTH Dr. H. S. McCard made a severe arrangement of the sanitary arrangements, which, he declared, are a menace to health. He said that the main building was built for a primary school, that the shops were in totally unsuited buildings, heated by stoves and surrounded by alleys and other disease-producing conditions and that only in the brightest days could classes be conducted in the portable building without artificial light. He said that having to walk to the auditorium at the Pennsylvania avenue A. M. E. Zon Church, as well as to the annex across the street, many times exposed the pupils to the tigers of the weather. Attorney Warner T. McGuinn said that the school was one for all the people and should be housed in a modern building. as are the other high schools. Mr. John W. Woodhens made a plea for a new structure. Councilman Harry S. Cummings declared that the present city administration was most favorable to the cause of Negro education, and mentioned Mayor Preston's assertion at a commencement of the Colored High School, that the first educational facilities for the race may have been given as a matter of grace, but were now given as a matter of right, the colored people being taxpayers. He told his hearers that they should keep up their agitation and thus create sentiment for a new building. "$500,000 is not so easy to secure," he said, "but once you convince people that your cause is just, you will see the fruits of victory." 'H- concluded by praising Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson, Isaac Myers, Dr. H. J. Brown and others who urged ample facilities a quarter of a century ago, and declared that the movement would have his hearty support. City Councilman Charles H. Heintzeman, who will very likely be the Republican candidate for Mayor this spring was an interested listener at several of the speeches. Just before leaving to fill another engagement he told a representative of the Afro-American Ledger that he was greatly interested in the proposition. "I have aways been interested in the colored schools," he said, "that interest dating from my appointment as a school commissioner down to the present time. The colored residents of this city should have a modern building for their high school, and I am willing to aid in every way possible." Rev. W. E. Williams, representing the Ministerial Alliance, pledged the support of the ministry. Musical numbers were furnished by Mrs. Roberta Creditt, The High School Mandolin Club, Miss Virginia Berry and Mr. Winfort Braxton. EDUCATIONAL BOARD OF A. M. E. CHURCH MEETS Jacksonville, Fla., Feb. 24. At the meeting of the Board of Education of the A. M. E. Church, held at Edward Waters College a few days ago, the needs of the various schools and colleges maintained by the denomination were discussed and $15,000 was appropriated toward their maintenance. Bishop W. D. Chappelle presided. Prof. A. S. Jackson, the educational secretary of the denomination, told of the work being done in his department. Considerable time was taken up by the board in discussing report of Rev. A. L. Gaines, of Baltimore, who represented the denomination at a conference held between the United States Commissioner of Education and the representatives of various educational interests working among the colored people of this country. The conference was held in Washington on February 2nd. Dr. Gaines, in his report, recommended that the laws of the denomination he so changed as to center some definite authority in the Board of Education over the connectional schools. In order to further Dr. Gaines' suggestions and to recommend some action to be taken by the next A. M. E. General Conference, the board adjourned to meet at Nashville, Tenn., in June, just before the meeting of the Council of Bishops at Willberforce University. Dr. W.S. Scarborough, president of Wilberforce University, was unable to be present on account of illness. DIPRIEST FOR ALDEFMAN Chicago, February 24. Oscar D. Priest was nominated on the Republican ticket for Alderman in the municipal primaries yesterday. He served a term as county commissioner a few years ago. He enjoys the distinction of being the first colored man ever nominated for Alderman here. GOUSE KILLS JIM CROW BILL Washington. February 2 -By a vote of 179 to 99, the House refused to take up the Clark bill for separate street cars in the District of Columbia. This probably disposes of all "Jim Crow" legislation for the present Congress. MISS DAVAGE HEADS Y.W.C.A. New Board of Managers and Other Officers Elected at Annual Meeting. The annual election of officers for the Colored Young Women's Christian Association was carried through without a hitch Thursday. Not only was the slate proposed by the nominating committee elected with dispatch, but objections raised were speedily overruled. An unusual feature was the presence of several influential members from the white Y. W. C. A. In previous years the association had conducted elections without white persons being present. Councilman Harry S. Cummings was an interested onlooker at the proceedings. The report of the nominating committee was read by its secretary, Mrs Edna Reid, who also moved its acceptance. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Minnie L. Gaines and carried. Many of those voting were new members, their names not being reported until after the election. Miss Charlotte Davage, who presided throughout the evening, was elected president. The other officers include: Mrs. Mary P. Handy, Mrs. Sedonich Chambers, Mrs. Annie Smith and Mrs. Harriett Hilliard, vice president; Miss Emma Bright, secretary; Mrs. E.P. Calloway, treasurer, who is Ph. Meadames Clark, M. L. Crow, Susan Jefferson, Sidney Lunner, Emma Mitchell, C. A. Ladden, Jennie H. Ross, Edna Reid, Mary C. Hughes, L. Francis, Melissa Minor, Rachel Taylor, J. Jones, Estelle Feeneli, M. Stevens and Miss Evelyn Mackall, constitute the board of managers. Among those who have been active members of the board of managers for a number of years, whose names were not approved by the nominating committee were: Mrs. Wim. I. Eutler, Jr., Mrs. Annie S. Williams, Mrs. Lydia Burke, Miss Mary A. Bennett and Mrs. Ruth Collett. The receipts for the past year were $742.15, while the expense were $766. The financial showing for the past year was not as good as that for 1913, when $1.094 was received from all resources, and $984.96 expended. CHARITY WORKERS TO HOLD MASS MEETING The special committee formed to promote cooperation between the Federated Charities and the colored people of Baltimore, consisting of Dr. Ernest Lyon, chairman; Rev. Dr. P. C. Neal and Dr. T. S. Hawkins, called a meeting of representative citizens of East Baltimore at the First Baptist Church Wednesday afternoon. Sponsored with delivery by the trustees of the committee and by Mr. James A. Lassosom, business manager of the Federated Charities, explaining the purpose of the movement. The passors present addressed the meeting, as did also some colored charity workers. Great interest was manifested by all in the proposed plan to hold a rally meeting with a view to enlisting the cooperation of the colored people of East Baltimore and establishing a branch in connection with the Old Town District office of the organization. A mass meeting will be held at Waters A. M. F. Church. Aisquith street, next Thursday evening at eight o'clock. Addresses will be delivered by representatives of both races familiar with the work of the Federated Charities and volunteers will be called for to aid in the organization of a colored board to help in the charitable work in that section of the city. DR. WASHINGTON TO BE PRESENT Eminent Tuskegeean to Deliver Address at Big Health Conference General interest is being manifested in the conference on the health of the colored people of this city, which was mentioned in the last issues. of the Afro-American Ledger, will take place at Bethel A. M. E. Church on March 24, 25 and 26. Governor Goldsborough and Dr. Booker T. Washington will be among those to speak on the first day, the next day Mayor Preston is slated to speak and the final meeting will be held under the auspices of the Maryland Medical and Pharmaceutical Association. That the conference and exhibit is creating general interest in the matter of the health of the community was shown by the large attendance at Osler Hall last Monday afternoon, where a number of men and women connected with various organizations gathered to perfect plans for the meetings. Prof. Mason A. Hawkins presided. A fine spirit was shown by the earnestness with which money necessary to carry out the project was subscribed. The Dudbois Circle, the M. E. Ministerial Meeting, represented by Rev. M. J. Naylor, the A. M. E. Ministerial Meeting, represented by Rev. A. L. Gaines Ames M. E. Church; Mrs. Ida Hilton, representing a number of women; the Civic League and the Woman's Alliance, were among the organizations giving $5 each. A number of individuals also subscribed. More money will be needed, however. Miss Mary E. Lent, of the Instructive Visiting Nurses' Association, said that a colored visiting nurse was needed, and that the association would employ one now being trained for the position as soon as she passed the required examination. Dr. J. Hall Pleasants said that a tuberculosis hospital was needed, and that the State legislature would be asked to provide the necessary funds for the same, if the State's finances were in better shape by next January. Dr. Samuel K. Fort, Rev. L. Z. Johnson and Messrs. George B. Murphy, C. L. Davis, William Anderson, Harry T. Pratt, W. C. McCard and W. T. McGuinn were among others who pledged interest in the purposed conference. FLAGS AT HALF-MAST ON DOUGLASS DAY Boston, Mass., February 24.—The twentieth anniversary of the death of Frederick Douglass was the occasion for a big celebration at the Columbus Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church Su. afternoon. The meeting was held for the auspices of the Massachusetts branch of the National Independent Civil Rights League and a committee of citizens. Emory T. Morris presided. Upon the direction of Mayor Curley, the illness on all public buildings flew at half mast in honor of the dead statesman and autislavery crator last Saturday. WINDY CITY VISITORS AT TUSKEGEE Tukeggee, Ala., Feb. 25.—At a meeting of the Board of Trustees of Tuskegee Institute, held Monday, the financial needs of the institution were discussed. Jolius C. Rosenwald, the Chicago, philanthropists, a trustee of the school, brought a party of Chicagoans to inspect the school. They also visited several schools near Montgomery, to which Mr. Rosenwald contributes annually. PRICE THREE CENTS At the regular meeting of the Colored Business Men's Exchange, held on Thursday night, plans were formulated for a series of mass meetings to be held in the various sections of the city in the near future. The object of the meetings will be to bring the business men fairly before the public, an urge for them a larger share of the people's patronage. A number of the problems affecting the colored business men of the city were discussed in an informal manner by Messrs. J. Logan Jenkins, G. Gibson, J. Harvey Williams and others. EDITOR ADAM'S WIFE DIES Birmingham, Ala., Feb. 24. Mrs. Mamie W. Adams, wife of Oscar W. Adams, editor of the Birmingham Reporter, one of the most widely known women of the race in Alabama, died suddenly at the home of her mother, the celebrated "Aunt" Carrie Tuggle, West Highlands, Sunday night. Mrs. Adams had been in failing health for some time, but was generally regarded as on the road to recovery. She confined her large public work to charity and the fraternal organizations among women in Alabama and had been honored with many responsible positions. At the time of her death, she was grand secretary of the Knights and Ladies of Honor of the World, endowment secretary of the Court of Calantha and secretary of the Rising Sons and Daughters of Protection, an organization founded by her mother. The two last named societies maintained in this city, Tuggle Institute, an educational institution for the training of dependent and orphan Negro children. She was an active church and civic worker, having been instrumental in forming in Birmingham City Beautiful Clubs among the colored women and was one of the organizers of the colored Young Women's Christian Association. PROMINENT TEACHER DEAD Cambridge, Md., Feb. 25.—One of the largest funerals in the history of this city was held at Waugh M. E. Church Monday, February 22, when Miss Christiana A. Wilson, the late daughter of Robert F. and Hattie E. Wilson was laid to rest, after a serious illness from an attack of appenditis. Services were in charge of Rev. S. S. Jolley, assisted by Rev. W. R. Manakoo and Rev. W. Thomas. The deceased was for many years a popular teacher of Cordtown. She lett a father and mother, five brothers and four sisters. BUSINESS MEET BOLD MEETING Mr. William H. Dodd, president of the Exchange, announced that as soon as some minor details had been attended to, the meetings would be held in the Colored Business Man's Exchange Building on Pennsylvania avenue which was purchased several months ago. DENIESTS MAKE REPORT The School Board received by mail Thursday a report of the dental clinic established at the Carey Street School by the Maryland Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association. The report, which covers 1913-4, also requests that a clinic be established in the Hill Street School. It is signed by Drs. T. S. Hawkins, Richard G. Baker and Benjamin F. Brown, and gives the following as the results of the examinations made at the Carey Street School: Children examined, 1195; condition of children's teeth:257 good; 590 fair and 358 bad; condition of six year old molars, 717, bad; number of children who never used toothbrushes, 527, and number of children with malformations, 328. HOWARD TO GET APPROPRIATION Senate Restores $101,000 Item and House Concurs By Vote of 199 to 86 Washington, February 26.—Howard University will get its appropriation of $101,000 from Congress, despite the efforts of Congressman Sisson, of Mississippi, to have the item for the school eliminated from the Sundry Civil Bill. The appropriation was stricken out nearly two weeks ago on a point of order raised by Representative Sisson. Those who favored the restoration of the item immediately began to urge members of the Senate, especially the Appropriation Committee, to restore the money needed for the university. Senator Martin, of Virginia, at a meeting of the Appropriation Committee Tuesday, urged that the $101,000 be reinserted in the bill. One Senator objected on the ground that Congress did not give money to any white institutions of higher learning in the District of Columbia. This objection was met with the statement that Congress has been appropriating millions of dollars annually to State agricultural institutions, and that the authorities in at least two Southern States did not allow colored institutions to share in the fund. The House voted Tuesday to concur in the Senate action in restoring the appropriation by a vote of 200 to 85. Speaker Clark appointed Congressman Sherley, of Kentucky; Gillett, of Massachusetts, and Fitzgerald, of New York, as conferees are strongly in favor of the appropriation for Howard University. ACTION IS GRATIFYING. The restoration of the item is gratifying to the alumni of the school, representative citizens of both races here and to friends of Negro education in all parts of the country. It may be added that Secretary George William Cook, of Laward University, and Archibald II. Grimke, president of the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People did effective work in arguing for the justice of the appropriation. Protests against its discontinuance poured in from all parts of the country. The Washington Evening Star and The Times carried strong editorials condemning the elimination and praising the effective work that the school has done and is doing. FINANCIAL COMMITTEE OF ZION CHURCH MEETS Charlotte, N. C., February 26. At a meeting of the finance committee of the A.M.E. Zion Church, held at the Publication House of the denomination this week, the needs of the various departments of the church were discussed and appropriations made for various branches. Rev. J. S. Jackson reported for the financial department; Rev. John W. Wood, of St. Louis, for the missionary department; Prof. S. G. Atkins of the educational department; Dr. L. W. Kyles for the Brotherhood; Bishop A. Walkers for the Board of Foreign Missions; Mrs. Ida Smith, of Washington, for the Woman's Mite Missionary Society; John C. Dancy for the Board of Church Extension, and Rev. George Clements for the Publication Department. Beside those mentioned above, Bishop J. W. Hood, J. W. Alstork, A. J. Warner, C. R. Harris, G. L. Blackwell, J. S. Cladwell and G. W. Clinton were present. POLITICAL POT COMMENCING TO SIMMER Candidates Lining Up and Campaign Promises To Be Very Lively. "BIG WIGS" HOLD POW-WOW Rev. Lyon and Rev. Alexander Give Leaders Some Straight With the Democrats a little "in the air" as to whether or not Mayor Preston will be a candidate for renomination on the Democratic ticket, a movement along certain Republicans to have former City Surveyor W. O. Atwood oppose Charles H. Heintzeman for the Republican nomination for Mayor and an ultimatum to the Republican leaders that colored voters are tired of being excluded from office, the week may be said to have been of deep political interest. Mayor Preston arrived home from Florida Thursday, and found that a big movement that he run against had started. Republicans by the decision of the Court of Appeals declaring James E. McEvoy ineligible. The conference that was held in the office of the Maryland Filling Company, did not develop an opposition candidate. There was much Heintzeman sentiment manifested, however, but former Theodor Weis, also a mayoralty aspirant, did not have one to ospouse his cause. Instead, the latter came in for an intimation from Rev. Dr. W. M. Alexander that the colored voters of the city would strongly oppose his candidacy. Weis lives in the Fourteenth ward and some of his strongest supporters for the shrievealty were the colored voters. When the loaves and fishes were passed around by him, however, no colored voter was considered. Easily the most interesting feature at the conference Monday night was the declarations made by Rev. Drs. Ernest Lyon and W. M. Alexander that the colored voters were tired of electing white men to office. Dr. Lyon was introduced by Chairman George W. Padgett. He opened his remarks by facetiously stating that a colored man may get into the mayoralty fight as Collector Stone had declared a free-for-all one. He criticized the party policy of excluding colored Republicans from office, and declared that the voters of the race wanted recognition. He also said that the colored voters of the city and State were tired of electing men to office whom they could not reach afterwards. Dr. Alexander declared that the colored vote constituted a formidable section of the Republican party, and that while he would continue to ardently work for the party, that he was tired of race discriminations in the party councils. FRIENDS OF GOLDSBOROUGH SOUNDING SENTIMENT Across the bay from Dorset and across the Spring Gardens from Annapolis comes the tidings that Phillips Lee Goldsborough would like the white people of Maryland give him another term as Governor. Though he has had a Democratic Legislature on his hands, he is said to still desire residing on State Circles, Annapolis. One thing may be said, however, that Mr. Goldsborough will not be able to set many colored officeholders to working up interest in his candidacy, as less than one dozen of the 5,000 appointments at the hands of the present Republican State administration have gone to colored men. Goldsborough received 98 per cent of the colored vote in 1911, but close observers say that he would not receive much more than half should he run again. CANDIDATES BDSY Well, the Councilmanic candidates have begun to get busy. In the Fourth Councilmanic district, former State Senators J. Webb Thomas and Albert M. Sproesser are said to be desirous of succeeding Heintzman as a member of the Second Branch City Council. THE 17th WARD SITUATION Harry S. Cummings has begun to bestir himself in the Seventeenth ward, and it is rumored that a number of lawyers have signed a petition advocating his renomination. This petition, it is said, states that Mr. Cummings fought valiantly against segregation and has always been in the foreground battling for the race. Critics of Mr. Cummings say, however, that he is not very active in racial movements, aver that he attended none of the public meetings to protest against segregation and that he should manifest interest in the race at all times by lending his aid and presence to matters affecting the colored people. The claim is also made that Mr. Cummings could do a good deal more in advancing the political interests of the race if he would bestir himself. His friends, on the other hand, assert that Mr. Cummings has the good will of the Democrats down town and that he always has maintained friendly relations with the various administrations under which he has served. The friends of Louis H. Davenport, whose "hat is in the ring" for the nomination in Seventeenth ward, asserts that a new deal is demanded. They claim that the ward needs a representative who will always be most active in the interests of all the people, who will at all times be willing to go to the front for them and will seek counsel with race leaders regarding matters affecting the race. They point out that Mr. Davenport is a successful business man and that he has prominent fraternal connections. Whether or not the sight in the ward will be a hot one, the two candidates smile when they meet each other. They shook hands heartily at the conference Monday night. Collector Stone greeted both, and then took Harry into his office for a little private confab. A THREE-CORNERED FIGHT IN FOURTEENTH Next to the Seventeenth ward the Councilmanic fight of interest to the colored voters will be that in the Fourteenth, where Dr. Leon B. Robinson, Julius F. Diehl and Councilman A. C. Binswanger are in the running with several more willing to enter the lists. The statement made in the Afro-American Ledger last week that Mr. Binswanger showed the Democrats a defect in the segregation law, which they speedily remedied, aroused the voters of the ward. The records of the Journal of the City Council show, however, that Mr. Binswanger has always been a consistent foe of segregation act. The last segregation law, Mr. Binswanger says, is invalid, "hopelessly bad in its legal aspect and discriminates against the colored people. As a member of the City Council, even though opposed to a measure, I cannot allow myself to be accused of any lack of parliamentary knowledge by allowing a formal error, correction of which would not help the ordinance "I am desirous of being returned the City Council and ask that the voters of the Fourteenth ward support me as lovingly as in the past." Dr. Robinson is a well known druggist and has host of friends. Diehl is State Central Committeeman for the ward. MME. BRUCE SINGS The sacred concert given by Madam E.L. Bruce, the noted Oklahoma song bird and Mrs. Lovey Housketh at Sharp St. M.E. Church last Sunday was a decided success spiritually and financially. Madam Bruce has few equals and no superiors in jubilee song rendition. Also her transition from jubilee to classic music is performed with an ease, charm and grace, which are at once compelling. Both old and young were loud in their praise of her. She will appear again at Sharp St. M.E. Church the third Sunday night in March, for the league. Those desiring date may apply at the residence of Mrs. Gertrude Carr, 2037 Division street. I recommend Madam Bruce to M. J. Naylor. Mrs. Hannah Carter was granted an absolute divorce from Mr. William W. Carter (better known as Burny Carter) on February 17, 1915. The divorce was granted by Judge Hemisler of the Circuit Court No. 2. Prof. and Mrs. N. E. Weatherless and Master Weatherless of Washington, D. C., were the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Charless R. Smith Sunday at their home, 651 W. Lafayette avenue. Mrs. Mamie G. Smith and family wish to thank the many friends for their kindness during the illness of her daughter Lina, and for the floral tributes at her death. Miss Katie Lester, of 1914 Druid Hill avenue, after a successful operation for appendicitis is home again. THE AFRO-AMERICA J LEDGER ROBINSON FOR BINSWANGER (From Afro-American Ledger of March 25th, 1911) You have my best wishes for a successful nomination on Tuesday, April 4th, 1911, at the Republican Primary Election. On account of my ill health, I have withdrawn from the Councilmanic contest. I consider you are justly entitled to a reelection—your excellent record in behalf of the people of this ward and the citizens of Baltimore, which have found favorable mention in the press, stamp you as the logical candidate. I feel confident that you can certainly lead the party to success at the general election. Please count on me for the undivided support of every friend of mine. Trust ing that the people will appreciate your service, I remain, Running on His Record, Tried and True For First Branch City Council, 14th Ward Lincoln said: "Never swap horses while crossing a stream." ELECTION TUESDAY, APRIL 6th, 1915 Headquarters: 2024 Division Street near Bloom [Candidate's Adv.] A Man Who Is Fair to All VOTE FOR LEON B. ROBINSON I would like to see every voter in the Ward personally, but owing to my busi- ness I will be nnable to do so. If, however, you come to my Drug Store, Penna avenue near Gold street, I will be glad to see you. Candidates Ads: AUGUSTUS C. BINSWANGER, Esq. City Councilman, 14th Ward, City, Dear Sir:— You have my best wishes for a s 1911, at the Republican Primary Election, drawn from the Councilmanic contest. election—your excellent record in behal- of Baltimore, which have found favor logical candidate. I feel confident that yo the general election. Please count on me for the undivi ing that the people will appreciate your so Running on His Rece For First Branch Cil AUGUSTUS C. BINSWAN Lincoln said: "Never swap h ELECTION TUESDAY Headquarters: 2024 Di [Name] FIRST BRANCH CITY Subject to the Primary Elect Polls open at 6 a A FRIEND OF I would like to see every voter in the ness I will be nnable to do so. If, howe avenue near Gold street, I will be glad to In Memoriam MARSHALL—In loving remembrance of my dear mother, Laura W. Marshall, who departed this life one year ago, February 27, 1914. In sad memoriam these lines are penned; By one who loved you best; To my dear mother, who alas, Has gone to eternal rest. A year has passed, my heart is so sore, As time flies on I miss her more, She sleeps, I leave her in peace to rest, As the parting was painful but God knew best. You are not dead to me, dear mother But as a star unseen I feel that you are near me Though death intrudes between. Death has robbed me of a mother Whom I loved and cherished dear It was mother, yes, dear mother, O, may we meet dear mother Where friends no more shall weep For those who die in Jesus Their death is only sleep. By her daughter, Dora W. Cordery, Lincoln Ridge Kentucky. JOHNSON—In sad but loving remembrance of our devoted mother Frances Johnson, who departed this life one year ago, February 23, 1914. There is no flock, however watched and tended. and tended But one dead lamb is there; There is no fireside, howsoe'er defended But has one vacant chair. One year has passed our hearts are sore, As times flies on we miss her more She sleeps, we leave her in peace to rest; The parting was painful, but God knoweth best. By her three sons and four daughters. In loving remembrance of my dear father, the late Henry Gaskins, who departed this life one year ago.February 23, 1914. He bids them leave a world of woe For an immortal crown. By his loving daughter, Rachel G. Pendleton. The funeral of Miss Lina C. Smith, who died February 19, took place from Trinity A. M. E. Church Monday February 22. She was the daughter of Mrs. Mamie and the late John Smith. The funeral services were attended by a large number of friends. Rev. Samuel Johnson and Rev. Henry officiated. She is survived by her mother, five sisters and two brothers. Wholesale and Retail Druggist, Pennsylvania Ave., and Gold St. Baltimore, March 22, 1911. successful nomination on Tuesday, April 4th, On account of my ill health, I have with- I consider you are justly entitled to a re- fere of the people of this ward and the citizens able mention in the press, stamp you as the you can certainly lead the party to success at led support of every friend of mine. Trust- service, I remain, Yours with regards. LEON B. ROBINSON. Record, Tried and True by Council, 14th Ward RINGER, Republican X orses while crossing a stream." AY, APRIL 6th, 1915 Division Street near Bloom [Candidate's Adv.] Man Who Is Fair to All VOTE FOR LEON B. ROBINSON Republican Candidate for COUNCIL, 14TH WARD Action, Tuesday, April 6, 1915 m. Clase 5 P. M. THE PEOPLE Ward personally, but owing to my busi- ever, you come to my Drug Store, Penna- see you. Candidates Adv. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband and our devoted father, Thomas J. Hilliard, who departed this life one year ago, February 26, 1914. Loved in life, in death remembered. In the graveyard silently sleeping Lies the one we loved so dearly. And while he lies in peaceful sleep His sacred memory we will keep. Davs of sadness still come o'er us Tears of sorrow silently flow And fond memory keeps him near us Though heaven claimed him one year today year today We did our best, God only knows. To ease his pains which were not few new Until at last His fond embrace Carried him home to his eternal resting place. rearing place. His wife, Harriett A. Hilliard and daughters, S. Jeanette Green, Hattie Kane, Lucretia Thomas. OBITUARY WRIGHT—On February 14, 1915 departed this life. Sarah F. Wright, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Emma Scott, 806 Hampson street. Funeral was held from Er on Baptist Church Tuesday, February 16, which church she was a member for 18 years. She was born in Caroline county, Va., has lived in Baltimore for 28 years. She leaves four sisters and one brother to mourn their loss. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. James A. Hayes had charge of the funeral arrangements. Mrs. Nellie E. Johnson departed this life on February 19, at Bethel Church Home. After an illness of five days of pneumonia. The deceased was born in this city but lived in New York for many years a member and faithful worker in Bethel A. M. E. Church of that city. She was widely known as an ardent worker not only in the church but in many organizations making for her numbers of friends. She returned to this city about four years ago and two years ago entered the Church Home. She was also an active member of Bethel A. M. E. Church this city. The funeral was largely attended by friends and relatives of this city and New York. Interment was in Laurel Cemetery. Mr. John Coates, 727 Waesche street, the beloved father of Mrs. Rachel Boston, departed this life February 22, 1915, in full triumph of faith. He is survived by one son and two daughters. Miss Priscilla Bell, 1432 Argyle avenue, who has recovered from a severe attack of nervousness, under the care of Dr. W. F. Carr, expresses her sincere thanks to her many friends for their kindness and attention during her illness SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS SIXTH, ANNUAL SESSION. June 21st to July 16th.1915 Over 400 Teachers Present Last Session 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 here as an efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. I am respectfully yours. FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Funerals from $75.00 Up 'Phone Mt Vernon 2578 C. and P. Phone, Madison 692 GEO. H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alex- ander Hemsley Funeral Director and Embalmer 517 Robert Street Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite, courteous and expert attention guaranteed. Carriages to hire for all occasions. Open day and night. JOHN H. T. 142 W. HILL ST. THE UP-TO-DATE U. Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and he can furnish you carriages for Funerals rate, from his own stables at the most re- come to see him, j South 422 or South 396-Y. Mount Vernon 5158 FELIX B: P. 102 E. Mulberry St. :::FUNERAL DI C. & P. PH No Branches. Not Connected A reward will be offered for sons doing business un J. JOHN H. TOADVIN 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKEN fish & funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for in you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Part own stables at the most reasonable rates. come to see him, just call Month 396-Y. 142 W. 5138 826 D FELIX B: PYE, Sr. Mulberry St. Nr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR C. & P. PHONE Lines. Not Connected with any and will be offered for the detectio as doing business under the nam Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Reception rate., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call No Branches. Not Connected with any other firs A reward will be offered for the detectionof persons doing business under the name of Felix B. Pye Sr. Phone, Mt. Vernon 3603 I am desirous of taking this opportunity for friends and patrons of my father the late past patronage and to announce that the name of SAMUEL W. CHA and that I promise to give all calls my peting most polite and courteous services at a suburbs, and most reasonable charges. your past patronage and asking a continu Yours respectfully P. MORTON 1400 MOSH Branch 811 I STREET, SPARROWS POINT Alfr John H. Holland, Agent Phone Sparrows Point 232 R desirous of taking this opportunity of thanking patrons of my father the late SAMUEL W. CHASE age and to announce that the business will be call SAMUEL W. CHASE @ SO promise to give all calls my personal attention. te and courteous services at all times, whether most reasonable charges. Thanking you al- truance and asking a continuance of the same, Yours respectfully P. MORTON CHASE 1400 MOSHER STREET Branch Telephone SEET, SPARROWS POINT Alfred Nixon Genes I. Holland, Agent 433 N. Gilmor sparrows Point 232 R Phone Gilmor 336 I am desirous of taking this opportunity of thanking my many friends and patrons of my father the late SAMUEL 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 811 I STREET, SPARROWS POINT Alfred Nixon General Agent John H. Holland, Agent 433 N. Gilmor St. Phone Sparrows Point 232 R Phone Gilmer 3361 M W. I. CHATMAN Funeral Director and PHOENIX, All orders given strict attention. R respect. Polite att Real Director and Emb PHOENIX, MD. given strict attention. First-class Servi respect. Polite attendants. Phone: Cock All orders given strict attention. First-class Service in every respect. Polite attendants. Phone: Cockeysville'384 First.class funerals from $30 Up. Our $75 funerals are the best in the best in the city. Money or no money, see ME in st. Corriages for all occasions. Best quality guaranteed THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Maryland's Leading Negro Journal Of Opinion [Picture of a man with a mustache and a cigar.] DADVIN..... STREET, UNDERTAKER d up; caskets for $3.00 and up. Weddings, Parties, Receptions, seasonal le rates. You need not just call WE, Sr. Nr. Calvert RECTOR::: ONE with any other firs the detection of per- der the name of the Sr. 3603 unity of thanking my many SAMUEL W. CHASE for their business will be carried on in CHASE & SON personal attention. guarantee- all times, whether in city or Thanking you all again for once of the same, I remain CHASE ER STREET Telephone Madison 1990 Red Nixon General Agent 433 N. Gilmor St. Phone Gilmor 3361 M and Embalmer. MD. first-class Service in every endants. Phone: Cockeysville'884 142 W. Hill Street 826 Druid Hill Ave. : Happenings Throughout the State of Maryland: DENTON BRIEFS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Denton, Md., February 25. Last Sunday was a real spring day and services at both churches were attended. well attended Master Charles Frederick Boston celebrated his 4th anniversary on last Wednesday. The host received many useful and handsome presents. He is a grandson of Rev F. Allen Seaton of Eastville, Va., and great grandson of Rev D. P. Seaton, of Washington, D. C. The educational rally which was held at John Wesley M. E. Church was quite a success. The church was crowded. The rendition of the program was excellent. program Mrs. Wm. W. Thomas is visiting in Philadelphia. friends in Philadelphia : Mrs. Frank Duke, of Baltimore, was a week-end guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Bailey. : Woman's Day will be observed at John Wesley M. E. Church, March 8th. Mrs. Sarah C. Carter entertained Miss Moore of Greensboro, Md., on last Sunday. BERKLEY, MD. [Special] to The Aro-American Ledger Berkley, Md., February 28. Hosanna Sunday School has elected the following officers for the ensuing year:Mr. Horace Prigg, superintendent; Mrs. E.N. Washington, assistant superintendent; superintendent of cradle roll; Mrs. S.A. Presberry, superintendent of the home department; Mrs. S.A. Webster, superintendent of the primary department; Mrs. C.A. Hopkins, secretary; Mr. K.M. Presberry, assistant secretary; Miss Julia Webster, librarian; Lloyd Washington, assistant librarian; Malcom Norton, treasurer; Mrs. S.A. Presberry, cornetist; J. H.Bond, violinist; Henry Smith, organist; Mrs. E.N. Washington, assistant organist. The following teachers were elected Harry Norton, Mrs. C.A. Hopkins. K.M. Presberry, Miss Ella Hopkins and Elisha Presberry, Mr. Stephen Jamison preached Sunday morning assisted by Rev. F. Dennis and Rev. J. T. Bond, Rev. J. T. Bond preached Sunday night. Mr. John Ruff of Belair and Miss Mary Jenkins, of Forest Hill, were quietly married Thursday night, February 18, by Rev. F. S. Dennis. Milton Smith is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Smith. Oscar Bowser has returned to Baltimore after visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bowser. Miss Edith Norton is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Norton. Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Warfield, of Coatesville, Pa., and Mrs. Estella Freeman, of Asbury Park, N. J., are visiting their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Archer. Mrs. Cassie Archer and Mr. Henry Smith are very sick. Mrs. Stephen Wilson visited her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Roberts, of Belair last week. Mrs. Annie Webster is still on the sick list. A concert will be given by Mrs. F. S. Dennis and the children of Hosanna Public school Thursday night.March 4th, for the benefit of the church. Rev. F. S. Dennis has improved greatly in health. CRISFIELD BRIEFES [Special to The Afro-American Ladget.] Crisfield, Md., February 24. — A "religious incliners" rally was held at St. Paul A.M.E. Church Sunday. Rev. T. O. Wilson preached in the morning and the pastor, Rev. C. A. Williams, in the afternoon. Messrs. Joseph Davis, Walter Terby, Hezekiah White and Bennie Matthews, young men who attend the church, had charge of the rally. They raised $105.12. Mrs. Mary S. Wilson and Mrs. Ida B.Chatman have returned from a visit to Baltimore. Those on the sick list are Dr. W. J. Barkley, Mrs. Annie H. Daniels, David R. Maddox, Mrs. Sarah Carr, James Manu1, Miss Ennie Maddox, Mrs. Ella Johnson, and Master George Palmer. Mrs. Madora B. Jason, of Dover, Del., will be the principal speaker. NEWS FROM FREDERICK (Special to the Afro-American Ledge.) Frederick, Md., February 25. The M. E. Church gave a Martha Washington tea on Monday night. All Frederick is stirred as never before. Rev. S. Douglass McDuffie began revival services at Quinn A. M. E. Church on l'ebruary 14. Sunday night, February 21, the church was packed and many were turned away. Up to this writing 120 persons have been converted. Rev. McDuffie held special services on Sunday at 2 p. m. for women only and 4 p. m. for men. These services were great. 130 men and women took a vow before the altar to never dance again. The following young ladies converted at the recent revival gave Rev. McDuffie a testimonial on Monday evening: Misses Lena Parker, Cornelia Jason, Mabel West, Vannetta Makel, Anita Makel. SALISBURY HAPPENINGS Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Salisbury, Md.,Feb. 25.—Messrs. Arthur Winder, John Toadvin, Clem Burris and Clarence West took part in the parents' meeting last Tuesday evening. Mr. Noah Johnson, an aged farmer living near town, died Monday. Mrs. Estella T. Gordy passed through this city Tuesday morning on her way home to rest a short time. Mr. George Miller is absent from his school at Nanticoke. Winter plowing is the order of the day in many of our rural districts. The Afro-American Ledger is becoming more popular each week, and many of its readers here are greatly disappointed when they do not get their copies after the arrival of the mail Saturdays. LONG GREEN HAPPENINGS Special to the Arro-American Ledger. Long Green, Md., February 25.—The Allen League of Mt. Zion A M. E. Church gave a pancake and oyster supper at the church on last Tuesday night. The affair was a success. Mr. and Mrs. Ceasar Hawkins have purchased from Mr. J.G. Kane a tract of land near the Long Green Road. They will build in the near future. Mrs. Amanda Collins who has been spending a few days with Mrs. L. J. Pennington has returned to her home in Baltimore. Mrs. Alice Billingslea of Towson and her little son are spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aguatus Proctor, of Sunnybroke Miss Fannie Pennington of Baltimore was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Cromwell, Sr. on Sunday. Miss Gertrude Purvines who has been ill with pneumonia is very much improved at this writing. Those on the sick list are Mrs. Annie Wells, Mrs. Mary Edwards, Mr. James Hawkins. SNOW HILL JOTTINGS (Special to Afro-American Ledg.) Snow Hill, Md., February 25.—Rev. Charles Harman preached Sunday morning at the M. E. Church and Rev. J. C. Bantum preached at night. The collection for the day was $36.50. Mrs. Adel Robins, who has been spending sometime in Philadelphia, came home last week. Mr. James Robins, of Millsboro, Del., is home. Two work benches have been put in the Snow Hill Grammar School and the supervisor of the Worcester schools has been here this week giving the pupils instruction in manual training. Prof. P. E. Gordy, supervisor of the colored school of Wicomico county, and his wife, Mrs. Ida Gordy were the guests of Rev. and Mrs. E. J. Henry from Saturday to Monday. HAGERSTOWN HAPPENINGS Special to The Afro-American Ledger. Hagerstown, Md., February 25. Last Sunday was quarterly meeting day at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. Presiding Elder J. W. Norris was present and preached two able sermons to large and appreciative audience. He lectured on Friday night on the Negro's accomplishment in history. A large audience as present. Rev. Norris inspired his auditors with historical information concerning the Negro. Quarterly conference was held on Monday night. The reports showed that the church has enjoyed a year of great spiritual and financial prosperity. The stewards held a rally on Sunday and collected $138.40. The return of the pastor was asked for and a written petition was given the presiding elder by the officers asking the return of Rev. David Johnson to serve his fifth THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Crowds of strangers from points in Virginia and Pennsylvania were here last Sunday attending the funeral of Mr. Walter Harmon, who was the richest colored man in this section. He was the owner of 37 houses, many of which are of great value, being occupied by wealthy white people. He left his entire estate to his widow, Mrs. Florence Harmon. Mr. Harmon's estate is valued at $70,000. Rev. Edward Moore, ex-pastor of Asbury M. E. Churcn is suing Dr. A. B. Wilson for slander. Rev. Moore alleges that Dr. Wilson spoke concerning him in such a manner as to injure his reputation as a minister of the Gospel. He wants $5,000 damages. Mr. and Mrs. Brown Franklin entertained Revs. J. W. Norris and David Johnson at a course dinner on Sunday. Mrs Isabella Johnson, who has been quite sick is convalescent. Mrs. S S. Spriggs surprised her husband, Rev. Spriggs, last Sunday afternoon with a birthday reception. The affair was arranged in secret. The pastors of the city were present and many other friends. STILL POND NOTES Still Pond, Md., Feb. 25.—The Ladies' Aid Society rendered a very interesting sacred concert Sunday night. Mrs. Fletcher Wilmore and daughter were the guests of her sister, Mrs. Edith Oakley, Sunday. Mr. Maxwell O. Johnson, who has been wery ill, is able to be out. Mr. Samuel Tillerson and Mrs. Octavia Stanley are still on the sick list. Mr. George White, who cut the end off one of his fingers is improving slowly. NEWTOWN ITEMS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger) Newtown, Md., Feb. 25. — The ladies of New Zion Church gave a rally Sunday evening which proved to be a great success. Mr. George H. Goldsborough of this town has accepted a position with the River Orchard Co., of which Mr. G. Harrison of Berlin, Md., is president. Mr. John Miller, of Philadelphia, is visiting here. Mr. Nelson Scott of Frederick, Md., has been visiting his father who has been on the sick list but he is able to be out again. Prof. Walker, of Easton, Md., was here Monday bringing with him Joseph Sephas, Samuel Jenkins and Paul Erown of Easton who gave us a vocal entertainment. The people of this community are longing for the return of Mrs. Lottie Hayman Wigfall who is the daughter of the Rev. W. H. Hayman. TRAPPE ITEMS 'Special to The Afro-American Ledges.) Trappe, Md., February 25.—The member of Household of Ruth No. 2081 gave a banquet and reception on Thursday evening, February 10, celebrating their eleventh anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Isiah Fountain, Mr. Noah Frazier Miss Alice Fountain, Mr. Joseph Winston and Miss Mary Mills were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elmar Hawkins Sunday. Mrs. Lillie Nixon was the guest of Mrs. Lloyd Smith at supper Saturday evening. The Mount Beatitude Court, No. 21, Court of Calanthe gave their annual reception on Friday evening. Mrs. Etta Thomas is very sick at this writing. Mrs Annie McDaniel is still on the sick list. Oliver, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Camper is very sick at the Cambridge Hospital. Rev. W. D. Matthews, of Greensboro, Md., was with us Sunday and preached two soul-stirring sermons. Our Sunday School is improving. We had 42 scholars Sunday. Mrs. Harriet Freeman was the guest of her son,Mr. S.C. H. Freeman, Sunday. Master George Norwood was the guest of Dorsey Wilson at supper Wednesday evening. Mr. William Harris and Miss Maggie Waters of Oxford were Tranne visitors Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. John Wilson visited Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gray at Oxford, Md., Mrs. Ardella Nixon and childrea, of Easton, visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Camper, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Wells, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wells and Mr. James Slaughter were in Trappe Sunday. Mrs. Mary Weley, of Dover Bridge, was the guest of Mrs. Alice Roberts and Mrs. Alverta Green last week. SHERWOOD ITEMS Special to The Afre-American Ledger.) Sherwood, Md., Feb. 25.—Rev. Wm. Brown of Long Green, visited Mr. and Mrs. John Proctor and Mr. and Mrs. John Young last week. Mrs. Maggie Johnson of Brightside visited Mr. and Mrs. Jones last Sunday. Mr. William Gunn, of Lutherville, who has been ill is improving. Mr. Hayward Floyd, who has been sick is able to be out again. The reception at Lutherville Church last Thursday night was quite a success and was largely attended. A large number of young people gathered at the residence of Mrs. Young to organize a sewing circle. FAIRFIELD BRIEFES (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Fairfield, Md., February 25.—Miss Carrie Green;daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Green,died last Sunday morning. Funeral services were held at Leadenhall St. Baptist Church Wednesday afternoon. Dr. Brown, the pastor, Dr. J. W. Widgeon and P. L. Moore of Fairfield officiated. Dr. Wilson,an evangelist of Virginia is conducting a revival at the C. M. E. Church. Mrs. Elin Widgeon Thomas and her infant baby boy are doing well. CATONSVILLE NEWS Catonsville, Md., Feb. 25.—Girls' Day at Grace A. M. E. Church Sunday was largely attended. Mrs Molock spoke in the morning to the girls and at night they rendered a sacred play entitled The Four Principals of Christianity. Mr. Perry Cautious thanks the Sunshine Circle of the Mamie R. Bruce Improvement Club for the many kindnesses shown him during his illness. Mr. Charles Matthew and Miss Paron of Cowdensville, were quietly married Saturday night at the parsonage by Rev. C. H. Murray. Mrs. Mary Dorsey, who was taken to the hospital last week, was reported to be in a serious condition Wednesday. Mrs. Dorsey is the mother of Mrs. Wm. T. Smith. Miss Grace Turner of Trenton, N. J., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Turner. The death of Miss Beverly Duckett who died in Philadelphia Tuesday came as a shock to her host of friends here. Miss Duckett is married but her married name is not known to the reporter at this writing. Mrs. Mary Harris and her stepdaughter, Miss Helen, tendered her husband, Mr. Daniel Harris a surprise Saturday night. Mr. Leonard Bornell and Miss Lillian Davis of Taylor avenue were quietly married last week. Mr. George Crawford of Vineland, N. J., who was in attending the funeral of his sister, has returned home. Mr. Crawford is the brother of Mr. Charles Crawford. James, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelous Welling was christened Sunday morning by Rev. C. H. Murray. PHOENIX BRIEFS Special to the Atro-American Leagues Phoenix, Md., February 25.—Mr. Lawrence Waters, who has been sick with the grip, is able to be out again. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Waters had as their guests the latter's father, Mr. J. W. Waters, of The Mountain, Harford county, Md. EASTON ITEMS Easton, Md., Feb. 25.—Mrs. Susan Ennells of South West street is quite sick at her residence. Mr. James Wilson died at his home Monday night, February 22. There was a grand reception held at the Asbury M. E. Church Monday evening. Miss Butley is very sick at her home on West street. Rev. S. H. Cooper, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. Church preached a very fine sermon Sunday night to a good number of the members and friends. 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All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO BALTIMORE, FEB. 27, 1915 Is former President Taft trying to come back? If he is not the American and its satellite the Star, is trying its best to bring him back. The attitude of former President Taft had much to do with the present attitude of President Wilson, we have no doubt. However that may be, the colored people had enough of Taft while he was here and do not want any more of him. If the Republican party is wise it will do well to leave the former president where he is. --- The new Secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association seems to be putting new life in the Association. It is to be hoped that the public will give him the support he ought to have and that in the near future we will see the walls of the new building going up and all Baltimore rejoicing. The recent activity in athletics among our young people in this city shows as nothing else does the great need of an Association building. If we are to have strong young men mentally, we must have strong young men physically. A weak body is no place for a strong mind. Cone on friends and give this young man your strongest support. It seems to us that it will be the part of wisdom for the local Republicans to look well before forcing any candidate upon the people of this city for the office of Mayor. The State has provided a primary for all candidates to office and it will be well for the party not to force conditions of four years ago on the people. Let the people chose their own candidates at a fair primary and then let the best man win. Good as he has been in some respects, we have no desire to see four years more of Mayor Preston. His term of office was badly marked by the several segregation ordinances passed during his and the past administration. A real good Republican may have a good chance to win. It seems to us that if in the future an opportunity should offer itself to the colored voters of this city and state to remember Senator Lee, of Montgomery county, Representatives Lewis. Linthicum and Tallott, they should not fail to do so, remembering that they voted for the African Exclusion act as well as the Anti - Intermarriage Bill. It may not be possible for us to defeat them for any office that they may aspire to, largely on the account of the fact that the Republican party of this state is so disorganized that it is almost impossible for them to carry any election whatever, but at the same time it will be well to paste these names in our hats and remember them as far a possible when ever the time comes. ORGANIZATION NEEDED The current issue of The Crisis calls attention to the splendid organization of the Jews in America, and what these organizations are doing for the benefit and uplift of the Jewish people, and in a manner likens it to the lack of organization among the colored people. It may not be amiss to call attention to the fact that the colored people of this country, are, if anything, overorganized, but the larger number of organizations among us are for the individual benefit of their members and not for the race as such. Such organizations as the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows and the various branches of the Knights of Pythias could be a power for good to the race were they to take into consideration other matters besides the raising of large sums to pay the officers of these organizations, and we would have no objection to this, providing they would put in operation measures and means to help the race in other things beside taking care of the sick and burying the dead, much as both of these are commendable. If these things cannot be done according to the constitution of these organizations, then why not a federation in which these matters might be taken up and all brought together for mutual help. Whatever the future may have for the Negro in this country it has got to come out of cooperation among the Negroes themselves. Judging from the prescriptive legislation going on all over the Southern part of the country, and the tendency on the part of those in other sections to either keep hands off, or to ignore these conditions altogether, and the additional fact that a sort of quiet proscription is going on in other sections outside of the South, there is but one thing for the race to do and that is to get together for mutual help everywhere. Will we do it? NOT SPOILS BUT REGOGNITION A conference of Republicans was held on Monday evening of the present week, and among those present were Rev. Dr. Lyon, ex-Minister to Liberia, and Rev. Dr. William M. Alexander. The part which concerns us most is the attitude manifested by both Dr. Lyon and Dr. Alexander. The newspapers, as is generally the case, made a rather sensational report of the addresses of the colored speakers, intimating that their argument was on behalf of the colored voters participating in the "spoils." We do not like either the use or the sound of that word "spoils." And, yet, it expresses rather clearly and pointedly what can not be expressed so concisely by any other term. However, the true contention of the colored Republican voter, is not one of "spoils." It would be a very great mistake if the white community should be impressed with the idea that the great body of colored voters are concerned with simply obtaining political "jobs." Such is far from being true. But, being as truly human as white men, it is not to be wondered at that there is a due proportion of this race as keenly sensitive to the significance and importance of that phase of the situation as obtain within the ranks of the whitest of white Republicans, or white Democrats, for that matters, not excepting our illustrious National Secretary of State, the Honorable Mr. Bryan. In so far as Doctors Lyon and Alexander gave the Republican leaders to understand, in plain English, that the Negro people cannot be depended upon to vote for and support the Republican ticket unless they are accorded the same measure of recognition as is given other members of the party, we thoroughly and most heartily endorse. To have been present at that gathering and not to have said as much, would, in itself, been proof that they were wholly unfit to represent the race with whom they are identified. Our contention is a very simple one. If we are Republicans, or if we are Democrats, we simply ask the same quality and kind of recognition which is freely accorded all the other members of the household. If it be a matter of officeh lding, we ask that every requisite qualification exacted of others be exacted of us. That is all that we ask with respect to that phase of the matter. But there are more important phases of recogniti n. And in all good conscience, without the least fear of over-stepping the mark, may our leaders most earnestly urge our claims. Both of the political parties ought to be thoroughly ashamed of themselves with their past records with respect to their recognition of the citizenship of colored people. And, in this respect, we leave the matter of "spoils" entirely out of the question. Both Republicans and Democrats, seemingly, with one accord, have not THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER only agreed to ignore any claims of the Negro to political office, but also, to treat with passive indifference their just claims with respect to proper educational facilities, improved healthful conditions, and adequate and proper care of the defective and dependent classes among them. Thus, the word of Dr. Lyon and Dr. Alexander have larger and more potential significance than a few political crumbs. We can hardly see how the leading men, in both political parties, who dominate the policies of their respective parties, can continue to even respect themselves, in the face of such littleness towards a people who have the highest claims upon their philanthropy. The one genuine element of greatness and nobility of character is the sweetness and generosity which characterize "superior" people in their consideration of those less fortunate than themselves. The solid indifference of the well-to-do leaders, both in the Republican and Democratic parties, towards any genuine improvement of the condition of both the poor white man and the poor colored man, constitute a most urgent invitation for increased activity upon the part of the leaders of the Socialistic party. LATE LITERARY NEWS It has been thought that the recent contribution of colored men to literature represent a new movement on the part of the race to become its own mouthpiece, and an awakening to this sense of obligation to the youth, who have need of the example of Negro achievement, of Negro heroes. Mrs. Dunbar's "Masterpieces of Negro Eloquence" and Mr. Cromwell's "Negro in American History" were sent forth with this idea in view. More recently Dr. Braggg's "Men of Maryland" stated as its aim—to acquaint with the men of our own state, who have achieved. Interesting then from this point of view is a "Historical Romance of the American Negro" by Dr. Charles H. Fowler with an introduction by Jacob Nicholson, Baltimore, Md., 1902. This work aimed to recite "the principal events that have occurred to the colored race since the beginning of the agitation against slavery," thru the Civil War to the present, by attaching them to a frame-work of romance; a book that should please and instruct at the same time. Mr. Nicholson had this to say in his introduction: "It will serve as a firer of the ambition and aspirations of the young Negro, and at the same time so thrilling are its narratives, that t'will prove as interesting reading matter as many a romance. The eagerness with which our youth devour such tales as relate the better side of his ancestry's life, is well known to us. The story—will fill a long-felt niche in the young Negro's reading matter, that will in itself prove highly beneficial. NEWS FROM CAMDEN, N. J. Camden, N. J., February 25.—Macedonia A. M. E. Church held their regular services Sunday morning. Rev. H.K. Spearman preached a fine sermon. The services were well attended. Rev. H.K. Spearman, pastor of Macedonia A. M. E. Church and his mother have returned home from a short stay in Boston. Mass. Mrs. Hannah Parker, who died February 16, was laid to rest Sunday afternoon. Rev. W.W. Prime of Union Church officiated. Mrs. Lizzie Ross of Philadelphia visited her brother, C.H. Harmon, Sunday. I A PRETTY WEDDING Miss Florence Simms and Mr. Luther Brooks were principals in a pretty wedding at 644 Greenwillow street, Wednesday evening of last week. Rev. M. J. Naylor officiated. The bride was given away by Mrs Georgeanna Townsend. Miss Blanche Kelly was the bridesmaid and Mr. Herman Douglass, best man. A reception followed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks were the recipients of numerous presents. They were at home to their friends last Sunday afternoon. LECTURES ON TEMPERANCE Mrs. Margaret P. Hill, of 407 Mosher street, president of the W. C. T. U. of Maryland who went to New Orleans to attend the meeting of the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the A. M. E. Church, has been delivering temperance addresses in a number of the churches of that city. She will return to the city next Tuesday. The local Shriners initiated a class of nine at their hall, 628 N. Eutaw street. Thursday night. THE INDIANAPOLIS Y. M. C. A. THE HOTEL The building that has inspired hundreds and thousands of men and boys of Indianapolis and the middle west. Here, the colored citizens made a sacrifice, paid their pledges and erected a monument to the development of Christian manhood. The colored citizens of other cities have done likewise and now the question is put to Baltimore. What shall we do? It depends upon the response of our subscribers in our present effort to collect funds. Suffice it to say that we will make good every promise and meet every requirement in providing for our boys. The Y. M. C. A. workers are busy visiting subscribers and urging a reponse this month. Many subscribers paid in their pledges last week and larger numbers promised to pay this week. Did you? If each subscriber would pay two dollars on his pledge we would have enough to commence work on our building. Can you do that? Have you thought of the advantages of a new building. A Y. M. C. A. building is an open door to every man and boy, it is a far sighted investment in the greatest undeveloped resources in the world—Young Men. The lobby, reading room and social parlors offer many opportunities for companionship. Men meet in debating clubs at receptions, entertainments, dinners and luncheons, besides enjoying the wholesome atmosphere that must exist in such a plant. The big gymnasium. equipped with every modern apparatus for the development of men and boys. A running track, everything inviting for the young lad. The swimming pool in which men and boys may plunge at will. Lockers and showers conveniently located for the use of all. The educational parlors for bible study classes, meetings, conferences and clubs. Dormitory service for men both transient and permanent, in fact, every modern convenience of a home or hotel. The Association becomes a social, physical, educational and religious centre for the 40,000 or 50,000 colored men and boys of Baltimore. Does Baltimore need a New Y. M. C. A. building? This question is absurd. No one will deny the need of such a building in heart and hand in order that we get this much needed building. You can help by paying something on your pledge this week. How much will you pay? Subscribe for the Afro-American that you may be the first to see the proposed Baltimore building for colored men and boys. TEAMS TO ORGANIZE The colored baseball teams of Exmore, Va., Pocomoke, Crisfield, Salisbury, Cambridge, Oxford, Easton and Princess Anne, Md., are preparing to meet at Princess Anne next month for the purpose of organizing a colored baseball league. Howard S. Morris is the leader of the movement and J. W. Hayman, the secretary. CAN HE MAKE HIM DRINK GOP DEMOCRATIC TROUGH COLORED BASEBALL THE STREETS OF BOSTON BOOSTS AND KNOCKS In keeping with the policy of the Afro-American Ledger, it has always been our endeavor to keep as near to the truth as possible and we have been rather proud of the fact that in this respect, our sincerity has never been questioned. Last week we accused Augustus Caesar Binswanger of being unduly active in trying to secure a license for a saloon at the corner of Druid Hill avenue and Gold street. It has since come to our attention that we accused "Binsy" falsely. On the contrary, we find that "Binsy" helped Attorney William C. McCard materially in the fight against granting the license. For making so grave an error at this time, we hereby tender to Mr. Binswanger and the reading public our sincere apology. It will be up to Mr. Julius F. Diehl to tell why he was so anxious to have a saloon at the corner of Druid Hill avenue and Gold street as it was he, instead of "Binsy" who was so actively interested in favor of having one placed there. If this is a sample of the kind of deal we are to expect of Diehl, we are sure that either Binswanger or Robinson would be a much better candidate. Perhaps Brother Diehl will be able to explain the matter to the satisfaction of the voters of the Ward, although at present it looks like a hard job. The Editor placed in our hands this week a report of the activities of the dentists who started a clinic at the Carey Street School about a year ago. The report was also sent to the School Board this week. So it can easily be seen that the dentists have not been asleep, nor have they been too busy, but they simply needed a reminder that the public was anxious to know something about the affair. That the dentists are one wide-awake set is certainly evinced by the prompt reply to a little inquiry. It is so seldom that any of our teachers go out of the beaten path of their duties, that it is a pleasure to chronicle the activities of those who do. Mr. Henry Brown's activities in supplying shoes for those children in his school, who, otherwise, would be forced to stay at home, is an example, worthy of emulation. We need more of Mr. Brown's kind in the school system. A correspondent of the Maryland Voice states that the First Baptist Church, of Havre De Grace, is moving on. It must be a few miles from Havre De Grace by this time. The People's Recorder, of February 19, states that Prof. E. E. Spingarn, of New York, will begin a tour of the West on January 9, 1915 BOOSTER KNOCK HE MAKE HIM DR --- BOOSTER KNOCK HOW SOME JURIES DISPENSE JUSTICE? Despite the fact that the State many times vigorously prosecutes a case where a colored man is the accuser against a white man and the evidence seemingly warrants a conviction, a jury in the Criminal Court acquits the white man as was shown in the trial of King Agnew, white, charged with cutting Walter VanStory, colored, on Sunday, December 6. VanStory had been in search of Agnew to collect pay for a day's work, and he found the latter at his rooms at 15 E. Centre street, the day that the cutting took place. VanStory was so seriously injured that he had to go to the Mercy Hospital for treatment. A preliminary hearing was held at the Central Police Station on January 18, and Agnew was held for the action of the Criminal Court. Agnew and his wife claimed that VanStory had thrown a cobblestone, which struck the wife in the stomach and rebounded, striking their infant child on the forehead. Avery Agnew, the twelve-year old brother of the accused man, testified at the preliminary hearing that King Agnew had cut VanStory with a butcher knife without any provocation and that the latter did not throw any cobblestone, as alleged. Other witnesses testified along the line of the testimony of young Agnew. When the case was called for trial in Criminal Court, Part 2, a few days ago, Judge Bond summoned a jury from Part 1. Messra. Harry W. Nice and Roland B. Marchart, of the State's Attorney's office, made a vigorous prosecution of Agnew, riddled his contention and that of his wife that VanStory could have thrown a cobblestone which hit the wife in the stomach and then had rebounded and struck the baby on the head without inflicting injury. They declared that the evidence warranted a conviction. The case was finally given to the jury, which after forty minutes' deliberation, brought in a verdict of acquittal. The evidence seemed to be so clear against Agnew and so favorable to the contentions of VanStory that deep surprise was manifested when the jury brought in its verdict. Rank race prejudice was given as the reason for the jury bringing in such a verdict. It may be added that the hearing in the Central Police Station, the word "nigger" was used a number of times, and that without protest from Justice Supplee or any of the three attorneys representing various sides of the case. WITH THE EXCHANGES The Iowa State Bystander carries an advertisement and cut of Thompson's Hotel. Next door to the hotel the cut shows a bill board with the words, "High Life," printed there on. We do not suppose that refers to the hotel, however. 1 Mr. Alice Smith, member of Wayman Memorial A.M.E. Church, president of the Sunshine Circle gave a very successful entertainmenton Feb. 15, for the benefit of the church. It was well attended. Rev. J. D. Jackosn is the energetic pastor. The Detroit Leader, of February 20, lets the world know that Dr. E. E. Just will get the Spingarn medal on February 12. The Boston Reliance, in urging the appointment of a colored man on the police force of Cambridge, advises Mayor Good, of the latter city, to show that he is a good mayor. Pes age rete « EA Pion te Se Saag ars eas SES CS! BT Mantua py nay ye oe ARTHUR M. JOHNSON ~™ Who has recentiy been ap- pointed agent of the Standard Bond and Mortgage Ce. Lo In loving remembrance of our dear sisters, Corona and Vita Queen, fino weparted this life one year ago. February_23 and 28, 1914. Dearest sisters thou hast left us Here thy loss we deeply feel But ‘tis God that bereft us 94 He can all our sorrows heal. By their sister, Rosecta Queen. _ Jn loving memory of my dear husband and father, Alexander TT. Waller, who died two years ago to: Jay, March 5, 1913. 6 Gone but not forgotten. * 75, in the graveyard, softly sleeping, Where the flowers quietly wave, Liea the one I loved so dearly In his lonely, silent grave. Thou art gone, but not furgotten In this great world of strife; Thou shalt awlays be remembered ‘As long as God gives me life. By his wife, daughter and son, Mrs. Jane Walle-, Mrs, trene Wal. too, Mrs. Pearl Bailey, Master Alexander T. Waller. In Joving remembrance of my dear becther, Warner Townsley, who departed this life nine years ago, February 28, 1506. As Lime passes on 1 miss thee more and more, 1 shall meet thee dear Warner, When life’s work is o'er. His loving sister. Susie Terrell Townsley. Baltimore, Feb. 16, 1915. Whereas it has pleased Almighty God in His all wise Providence te call from life to her reward, Mrs. Martha &. Murphy, the beloved mother of our dear brother Str Knight, Daniel H. Murphy, a Past tifficer of this lodge. Be it resolved, That ‘xe, the offi- cera and members of S. W. Starks Lodge No, 39 K. of P. do extend our heartielt sympathy to Sir Murphy and his sorrowing family. Resolved further, That while heaven has gained a soul,Sir Marphy has sustained an irreparable loss and the community one of its great factors for the uplift of our people. Resolved further, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to Sit Murphy and a copy be published in the Afro-American Ledger. Committee: W. A. JONES, C. C. W. B. DAY, V. ©. JAS, H.. BUNDAY, K. of R.S. The stewardesses of John Wesley ‘M. E. Church, Mrs. Amelia Fruby, presient, will give a grand musica’ eotertainment to be followed by an ‘Oyster Supper on Monday night March 1, 1915, at the above namec Church. Proceeds to be devoted tc the support of the home for that month. Some of the best talent it Baltimore have been engaged fo1 the cecasion,so that the public maj “expect a great treat. Oysters will be served in al styles. The supper is free. Admission 15 cents. Entertain went begins at $ p. m. Rachel Tucker,General Manager. The funeral of Mrs. Mary Valentine, who died at the home ef her son, Solomon Bond, of 527 Orchard street, Tuesday of last Week, Eulogies were delivered by Revs. J. A. Holmes, J. H. Robin- son and Nathan Johnson. Inter- ment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. The deceased was born in Queen Anne’s county, Md., 81 years ago, but had resided in this city since be was. nine months of age. She Ras a member of the Order of Seven Wise Men. Besides her gon, who is grand master of the Order ot Moses, she is survived by one Srandson, Thomas Bond. FOR PRINTING . OF THE HIGHEST CLASS SEE THE : AFRO-AMERICAN CO,, 628 N, EUTAW ST. ... > The Beanty Beach Steamboat Company now Booking Dates to Beauty Beach. c= go = S agi ees WO Set i 3 (apie EE IF Sige Oye ON prema. came get li SSS Tie oo ee omer rae e bebe So zee ae wW a I ay oe <= . OE sen pmnaeam? = CREE ese Lg ere Sa see ‘a7 GF-- _ | Alt jh : = £6" AE SENS. : ea = O! Ba) ae = SNE crema NREL Er rami ameaam = S SS SE 7 ae I Beli a . = = eg —— eS am Se Sew <= SS en See : ~~ 6f2 SPECIAL NOTICE is hereby|to secure the dates that they may orgenization. The boat can b given tu churches, Sunday Schools| desire. [ehartered or on percentage ie: andOrganizations that have been| I want to announce that special | Baltimore to Beauty Beach. Hop 4 i |ing to hear from you. the supporters of Beauty Beach and] consideration wil] be given to all! HENRY T. TYLER, Steamer Charles H. Werner toapply| regular supporters, let it be large! Manager and Booking agent at once 30 that they may be able]or small, church, Sunday school or! 635 George St., Baltimore, Md For Sale or Rent FOR SALE GHEAP— 2 story home in 1600 block Pennsylvania avenue in good condition, only $50 cash, balance as rent, Apply to ‘1415 Myrtle avenue. neers FOR SALE | One large three story house 200 block N. Mount street. Price 31,008; terms $100 cash balance on easy terms, 8 roomy and bath. ‘Koons all private for further particulars apply to 4. L. Johnson, 1415 Myrtle avenue, Phone Mad. 3664 y. FOR SALE CHEAP— 3. story house in the 700 dalock Mosher pireet in fine condition now open for inspection. | $100 cash balance as rent. Apply 1415 Myrtle ave- nue, Phone Mad. 3664 Y. SS CHAS. H. JOHNSON, ; 5IN ROBERT ST . | Uhave for sale several desirable country properties, 8 room houses with all modein improvements such as heat and electric lights. Lots 75x150, Gardensandlawas. Some ‘of the properties are in 5eent and 10 cent carfare. {[ have several unimproved lots. I have several 3 story houses for sale in neighbor- hood of Druid Hill and Presstman street. $60 ground rent. ¥OR REN'T—one furnished front room. Apply after ¥p.m.. 355 W. Biddle street, Miss Maggie Boyd. Apartment for rent— 8 rooms, heat and light, first class condition, newly papered, no small children.. Suitable for man and wife or three adults. Phone, Madison 734 Y. or call 418 Robert street. FOR 5ALE—A splendid 3 story dwelling, Druid Hill avenue near Laurens street, with 9 private rooms; bath,city sewerage. Gr.$58, ‘terms $100 cash, balance as rent, ‘Also a 2-story, 6-room house, Bar- clay street. Gr. $35, terms $100 cash, $3.60 a week, and 2-story cottage 5 cent carfare. Large lot. out buildings and in fee term $100 ‘cash; $4.60 week. Wm. R. Parker, 917 Druid Hili avenues £ _—_—_—__—$$$—$——_________ FOR SALE. CHEAP—Beautiful ‘three story house in the 300 block N. Gilmore street, price $1,250. Ge. $68,. New city sewerage con- nection, 8 rooms and bath. Terms $250. cash; $6.80 per week pay all expenses. Apply 1415 Myrtle avenue or phone Mad. 3664 Y. > FOR SALE —Be sure to see those beautiful three story homes in the 600 block N. Lafayette avenue. have four more left. Call, write or telephone Mad. 3664 Y, For further particulars apply to A. L. Johnson, 1415 Myrtle avenue. ..Dressmaking... Miss Maria A-Ryan, Fashionable Dressmaking, 107 Egges Lane, Catonsville, Md. a Mock Conference ‘A Grand Mock Conference given by: the Woman's Home Missionary Society of Eastern M. E. Church, McElderry: street and Patterson Park avenue. Monday March 1, and Tuesday 2nd, assisted by St. Luke A. U. M. E.Charch, All sister churches are most cordially invited to be preeent. Bishops: Mrs. Josephine Kier; Mrs. Annie Hearn. President, Mre, M. E.. Nichols; Rev. S. R. Hughes, pastor. © Admission. 10 eents. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER COMING TO ALBAUGH’S THEATRE WILLIAMS? ranous:GOLORED SINGERS Ca Ve FAVORITES OF TWO GONTINENTS 4 30 PERFORMANCES IN LONDON. ENG Thursday,March 11th,8 P.M. Benefit Baltimore Branch N, A. A.C. P. Patron’s Ticket 25e., 50c., 75. and $1.00 Patron’s ticket entitles the holder to first choice of seats at Stokes & Derry's Drug Store, March § Special Trustee Day BY THE LADIES’ AID At John Wesley M. E. Church Ernest Lyon, D. D., Pastor. ON SUNDAY FBRUARY 28th, 1915 11 A. M, Sermon by the Pastor 3.P. M., Dr Rogers, of the Seventh Day Adventist Church 8P. M., Sacred Concert by COMMONWEALTH BAND Silver Offering at Night ME at a ee ee ee a Dancing the Blue Away is Right, at the .LENTEN, DANCE... Given under the Auspices of KERR’S ORCHESTRA FRIDAY EVG., MARCH 12th At Galilean Fishermen Auditorium ADMISSION 25 CENTS ETS MEN’S DAY SUNDAY, FEB. 28th, 1955 MEN'S DAY TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Under the auspices of the Brotherhood Association of the Church ‘A special program will be rendered at each service. Rey. S. S. Morris, A.M., B.D., Grand Worthy Master of Grand Fountain, G. U. 0 of True Reformers, President of State League of A. C. E. League and pastor of the Third Street A. M. E. Church of Richmond, Va., will be present and discuss two interesting subjects, ‘Jesus tne World’s Mag- ne,” and ‘The Battle of Armagebean."’ Drs. E. J. Wheatley, I. N. Ross, and Mr. R,.A: Tucker, of Washington, D, C., will speak at the Platform Meeting at 3 p. m., also Dr. Morris. Walter Banks, Secretary W. J. Henry, President Special Music by Male Voices Rev. S. M. Johnson, Pastor FOURTHBIG Y.M.C.A. MEETING Sunday, March &th, 1915, 4.30 P. M. At Grace Presbyterian Church Speaker: Prof. J. O. Spencer President of Morgan College Men and Women Invited Bring Your Friend ee pee neni Se a eC clack § Payne Memorial A. M, E. Church i SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28th, 1915 { 3 MEN'S DAY 2 Zu A. M., Rev, James L. Williams. Subject: ‘Be Strong.” 2 | 2 4:P. M., Platform Meeting. Speaker: Prof. J. Arthur Turn- 3 a Ce Baltimore High School. ‘Subject: “The Man of 1 2 6P.M., Allen C, E. League. Topic: ‘'What will Improve Q Our Prayer Meetings?” ICor, 18: 1-12: 26. 1 8P. M., Rev. Aquilla Brooks. Subject: “Wisdom and Its Appliance.” 5 t secure the dates that they may desire. _ [want to announce, that special consideration will be given to all regular supporters, let it be large or small, church, Sunday schoo] or orgenization. The boat can be chartered or on percentage from Baltimore to Beatty Beach. Hop- ing to hear from you. HENRY T. TYLER, Manager and Booking agent, 635 George St., Baltimore, Md. CHURCH NOTICE: SAEs Me ce Shee 631 George Street Sunday. Ieb. 28th Tag Rally Day. Let her be free. Great day Sunday next, the Jub'lee II a, m. Sermon by Rev. P. B. Green. 230 p. m Sunday School 3p. m. Sermon to the Ushers o! Battimore by Rev. George W.. Slater of the West. 6p. m, Allen C, E. League 8p. m., Sermon by Rev R. E. Ford, Preeiding Elder. Come and help the women. Mrs. Fannie Chew, Pres. ee BETHEL A.M, &. Cb Unc Lanvale St, and Druid Bil) Ave. Kev. L. S. Flagg, D. D., Pasto: Parsonage. 1405’ Argyle Ave. Susday. Feb. 25th, 1915 11a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30'p. m., Sunday School. Gp. m. A.C. B. League 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. J. OQ, Cus- tus. Subject: “Transfiguration.” w@r- TRINITY A. M. E CHURCH Linden Ave. anc Biddle St. Rev. S. M, Johnson, D. D.. Pastor 6.90 a. m, Early Meeting. Charles Turner, Leader il a. m. Sermon by Rev. S. 8, Mor. ria, 4. M., B. D., of Richmond, Va Subject: “Jesus, the World's Magnet,’ 2.30 p. m. Sabbath School. 3p. m., Great Platform Meeting. Drs, £ N. Ross, B. J, Wheatley, ‘A. Tucker will be the speakers. 5toGp.m., A. C. E, League. Dr. Morris will be present. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by Dr. Morris subject, «The Battle of Armageddon.” Male choir will furnish music. T. J. Holliday, Supt. H. Albert Whittington. Pres. A.C.EL, war WATERS A. M, E. CHURCH Aisquith St., near Jefferson. Rey, A. L. Gaines, D. D., Fastor. 427 Aisquith Street Sunday, Feb. 28th, 1915 11 a. m, Sermon by Rev. R. E. Ford, Presiding Sider. 2.30 p.m. Sunday School Session. 5.45 p. m. Allen C, E. League. 8'p.m., Annual Memorial Services of B. &S.,'8. &D. of Job, ‘Matthew Moore, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford. Pres, ‘J. W. Woodhous, Sec. Lexington and Carlton Sts Rev. P. J. Jordan. D.D, Pastor Sunday, Feb. 28th. ‘The Pastor has been sick but is now convalescent and hopes to be out on Sunday. 11 a, m., Special sermon by pastor. gubject: ‘Standing at the Bar of God.”’ 2:80 p. m. Sunday School. £3.30 p. m., Plarform meeting and Divine Rally, under the auspices of the Missionary Society. Prominent speak: ers. 4.30 p. m., Allen C. E. League Good music and fine program, 8p. m., Sermon and invitation, Everyone welcome. Wm, Butler, Pres. A C. E. L, H, D. Brent, Supt. 5S. S. REOPENING DaY OF WAYMAN MEM, A.M, I. OAURCH Carroll St., West of Carey St. Sunday, March 7th, 1915 Special Service all day Rev S. It. Hughes of Eastern M. E. Chureh, his choir and congregation will ba present at3 Pe m. londay, March 8th, Cantata by the jovenile of I. U. St. Luke, under the direction of Mrs. Alice Chaney, Rev. J. UO. Jackson, Pastor. ST. JAMES U. A. M. 5. CAURUR Fremont and China Sts. Rey. G. B. Singleton, Pastor Sunday, Feb. 28th There will be an all days’ meeting, which will be Trustee’s Day. 9a, m., Class. Led by Brother Jas. Matthews. 11.80 a. m., Preaching by Rev, Sohn Horse. 230 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m.. Preaching by Rev. C. E. Brown of St. Loke Churchygpd eongre gation. 8 p.m. Preaching by Rey. John Cornish. All are welcome. Come and spend z day in the Spirit. a remnToAN eg at asad ge ee A Sear it ae ee | SS SPECIAL NOTICE— Rev. A. Young will deliver the famous Rail- road Sermon next Sunday night, February 28th, at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church, Dolphin and Etting street, accompanied by his choir and congregation. Rev. M J. Naylor Rey. A. Young, pastors, The Peerless Singing Association will be present at John Wesley M. FE. Church at 11a. m., Sunday, February 28, and render several selections. Trinity A. M. E. Church, Linden avenue and Biddle street. A specsal sermon will be preached by Rev. J. J. Jordan, D. D., of Allen A. M. E. Church on Wednesday’ evening March 3 at8p.m. His choir and congregation will be present. The servees are held under the auspices of Allen C. B. League. All are invited. Mr. H.A. Whittington, president Rey. S. M. Johnson, pastor. The first of a series of lay sermons by prominent and successful lay- men will be given at Ames Memorial ME, Church, corner Carey and Baker streets. Sunday night, Feb. 28th by Dr. B M. Rhetta, subject: |The Care of the unborn Child’ No‘children under fifteen “will be ‘ admitted, . 1 APR A JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH Sharp.and Montgomery Ste. Sunday, Feb, 28th Special servires all day ‘The Peerless Singing Association will render several selections at the 11a, m, ervice. lla. m., Sermon by the Pastor, 2.30 p. m., Sunday School, 3p m., Sermon by Rev. G. P, Rod- gees wf the Seventh Day Adventist Chureh. 3 $ p. m.. Sacred Concert by the Gom- monwealth Band. Silver offering at the door. Rev. Ernest Lyon, Pastor ©" ST PAUL M. B. CHURCH Saratoga St., near Carey Rev, 8, A. Virgil, 1). D., Pastor 1La. m., Sermon by Pastor: Subject: “Will Jesus Return to Earth Again and How?” 2.90 p. mm... Sunday School. Attend ‘the Pastor’s Bible Class, "5 p.m., Epworth League, 5 8p. m., Sermon by the Pastor, subs Ject, “‘Ksther, the Beautiful Queen, Don't fail to attend the Mock Cox: ference on Thursday night. ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH EB. 23rq Street Rev. 3, A. Green, Pastor 11a. m. Sermon by pastor 2.80 'p, m. Sunday Sebool, 630 p. m. Epworth League. 8p. m., Sacred Concert by Mme, El L, Bruce, Silver offering at the r. Mrs. Pearl M, Rice, Supt. Mrs, Elizabeth Faller, Pres, Ladies Aid Mrs. Elise Hall, Pres. E, L, Miss Ida Williams, Pres. Jr. B, L. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCH Dolphin and Etting Streets Rev. M. J. Naylor, D. D., Pastor lta. m., Sermon by the pastor and Lo-d’s Supper. 230 p m., Sunday School Milton Dorsey, Supt. 4 p.m. Brotherhood Bible Ulass. Jos, H. Lockerman, Teacher. 4.30 p. m_ Epworth League. 8 p. m., Famous Railroad Sermon by Rev. Alfred Young, ‘Train will leave mn schedule time, Come early for omfortable seats, 7 | _ ASBURY M E. CHURCH “We Rogers Ave. and Lexington Street Key, Geo, U. Curry, Pastor l1a, m., Sermon by pastor. Sub- ject, “Discipleship in Action,” 2,80 p. m, Sunday School, Mr. U, ‘l. Stewart, Supt, 5.15 p. m., Epworth League, Mr. Julian Koss, Pres, §[8 p.m, Setmon by Itev. S, Hi jrown, to the Trustees’ Aid, You are cordially invited, WHATCUAT M. &, CHUROM. Franklin and Pine Sts.,"‘King’s Hill’ Rev, Alfred Young, Pastor Residence: 618 Dolpin Street (Oe ‘) aS ieee Geet ey ee 11 a, m. Sermon by a Stranger. 3p. m. Sunday School, + 4,30 p. m. Epworth League, i 8p. m., Sermon by Rey. Perry Elis: horn. W. C, Tongue, Supt. ‘Thos. H. Johnson, Pres, E. I. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Carey and Baker streets Rev. A. J. Mitchell, Pastor Parsonage 1363 N. Cathoun St, 6.30 to 9 a.m, Class, Lane and Thomp- son. Leaders. /_1J a m. Sermon by pastor, Subject, “Four Anchors.” 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. All form ermembers of every age are request- ed to be present. Benrv Johnson, Superintendent 5p. m., Epworth League. Charles Pulley, Pres. 8p m., address by Dr B. M. Rhetta, matics “The Care of the Unborn Child.” ‘The Children's’ Church every Friday at430 p.m O@- GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton St. near W. Baltimore St, Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor, Sunday. Feb. 28th, 1915 10 a, m. Class. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. G. W, Fowler “"2p.m. Sanday School. | 6.80 p. m. Christian Endeavor, 8 p;m., Pastor or Stranger ‘All welcome to our new church Robert Johnson, Pres, C, BE. T. H. McGowan, Supt. CRD SEVENIE VAL AVVEN SSL CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Robert 8t. G. P. Rodgers, Pastor. Sabbath (Saturday) Service Sabbath School 10 a m. Preaching service 11.30 a. m. Sunday, Feb, 28th, 7.15 p. m., pro- gram by the children. At 8.15 p. m., subfect, “The Women in the Sun,” ‘All welcome All questions answered FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. &. CHUR H Cor. Orchard and Tessier Sts. Rev. L.C. Curtis, D.D., Pastor Parsonage, 1282'Argyle Ave. Sunday, Feb. 28th | 11a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School, Edward T. Martin, Supt. 4p. m. Claes meeting. 7 30 p. m., Preaching by the Pastor, | Wednerday night class. All are welcome to our services, Joseph Hicout, Sec'y C. H. Hanley, Treas. CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Dr. G. W. Kennard, Pastor nik 4, m., Sermon by Rev. Abraham ills 2.30 p. m., Sunday School, 8p. m., Spiritual Sermon by the Pax tor, Rev. G.. W. Kennard. All are invited. @@ GALILEE C. M. E. ORURCH Mount St., between Baker and Presburs Sts. Rev, W. David Wocd, Pastor Su.day, Feb. 28th = 11a. m,, Sermon by Rev. J. F. Smith 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. £30 p. m., Epworth League. Bp. ms, Sermon by Bev. 0. @. Coles mar, --- Bv SPORTSMAN In one of the most interesting and hardest fought games of the season, the High School five per formed a sizzling come-back "slunt" in the second half of the game with Morgan College St. Mary's cage last Monday night, and won out by a score of 14. Morgan had all the better at the first half, Webb, their cancer scoring almost at will, while Butler unable to cop with his much larger opponent failed to regist-recounts for his team. The first half ended with the score 13-7 in Morgan's favor. With their fighting spirit thoroughly aroused High School started the second half with Harrison substituted for Butler at forward, and Harrison and Lane scoring from difficult angles, ably assisted by the redoubtable Gee, High School soon scored five field goals and a foul, while Morgan had to be content with a lone foul tally, and the consequent loss of the game. Line-up: High School—Lane and Butler, forwards; Gee, c; Levi and Lyles, guards. Morgan—Williams and Dorey, forwards; Webb, c; Camper and Harris, guards. High School: Harrison substituted for Butler. In a preliminary game the second team of St. Mary's was overwhelmed by the first team. Score 29-6. The Y. M. C. A. team of Washington gained another victory over the High Schol team, last Saturday night, at their "gym" in Washington by a 24-12 score. The High School lads led the way a great portion of the game, but were overtaken by the Washingtonians who scored a regular avalanche of goals during the last five minutes of play. In addition to playing against their opponents the High School boys were also obliged to fight against the referee, whose frequent "raw" decisions, and shamefully neglectful tactics in calling fouls, caused much criticism from the managers of both teams. Director Wheeler of Washington was compelled to warn his own boys against pursuing unfair practices. The New York Incorporators colored basketball team defeated the Delaney Rifles, also a colored five of this city, in a hard fought game last night at the Duquense Garden, 25 to 21. Jim Dorsey, star football player of the Delaney team, starred at guard. In the preliminary game between Delaney girl fives the Whites defeated the Blues, 8 to 4. Line-up: Incorporators:25 Delaney:21 Williams f Catlin Perkinson f Norris Cooper c Hall Brown g S. Dorsey Accool g J. Dorsey (Resiprocal News Service) From Cee Ve Bee Howard added another laurel to her stock when on Monday night at Manhattan Casino she defeated the Lincoln quintette in what turned out to be a hard and rough contest. Gilmore and Holland starred for Howard and were well supported by the rest of their team. Lincoln, however, had only two men worth while, the Young Brothers, who played Sa good game and kept Howard anxious more than once. The Young boys, however, had little support. Cherry as center was the weakest New York has seen in some time. The final score was 17 to 11 in favor of Howard. Fisher of Columbia refereed the game, with Beson of Columbia as umpire. These college games are being staged by Mr. Nat C. Strong, a white promoter with headquarters in the Pulitzer Building. Another game is probable for March. The St. Christopher "Machine", last season champions of New York, were defeated Monday afternoon at Hampton, Va., by the Hampton Institute Five. The final score was 15 to 10. The New York boys were totally out-classed and beaten by the long pass, which seemed to be a favorite with the Hampton Five. The champions also suffered defeat Saturday night at the hands of the Philadelphia Y. M. C. A., a team only recently defeated by the Spartan Braves of New York. This score was 30 to 24. These two defeats of the New York champions will probably change things a little in Father Knickerbocker's town. The Lincoln University basketball five is scheduled to go up against the fast Crescent A. C., of Atlantic City, at that seaside resort --- the, 5th of next month. The Lincolnites need not expect an easy time defeating the Crescents as the latter have been "cleaning up" this season and will no doubt try hard to include Lincoln with the others. Manager Duvall Evans is working hard to make this the biggest athletic event held here this season and is expecting many rooters from out-of-town. The Crescent Girls' Auxiliary team will be on hand to root for their boys. The fast St. Augustine team of Camden, N. J., played the strong Atlantic City Y. M. C. A. for the championship of New Jersey, Thursday. They, the St. Augustine boys, defeated the Parkside B. B. team Monday night by a score of 41-11, and Saturday night trounced the Frazier team 64-7. Howard P. Drew, sensational spinner of Springfield, Mass., attending the University of Southern California, will come East for the University of Pennsylvania Relay Carnival at Philadelphia the last of April. Drew is assistant manager of track athletics for his school, and will have charge of the team that is coming East to participate in the Pennsylvania games. He will attempt to prove to the skeptics here that his equaling of the world's record of 9-35 for the century run last March was an actual performance and not a myth. What will probably be the biggest athletic event of the year in this city will be the first Indoor Meet, to be held under the auspices of the St. Mary's Athletic Association at Richmond Market Armory, Saturday April 10.. Athletic Clubs, organizations; and schools in every part of the city, as well as high schools and colleges of Washington, Philadelphia, and New York, have been asked to send representatives to the meet which will include among the events. Dashes: 50, 220, 440, 880 yards, one mile run, 121b shot put, standing broad jump, running high jump, and one mile relay. Entry blanks have been sent out and much interest is already being manifest. Those wishing to enter their names in the events may secure blanks of the athletic manager, 406 Orchard street, or of the Sporting Editor, Afro-American Ledger. The Somerset Colored League will hold their first meeting of the season in Princess Anne, March 22nd. This league has held the championship of the Eastern Shore of Maryland for the past five years. THE LEAST OF THEM ALL By Bishop McIntrye Dago; and Sheeney; and Chink. Greaser; and Nigger; and Jap. The Devil invented these terms, I think, To hurl at each hopeful chap. Who comes so far, over the foam, To this and of his heart's desire To rear his brood, to build his home, And to kind his hearthstone fire. While the eyes with joy are blurred. Lo! we make the strong man sink, And stab the soul with the hateful word, Dago, and Sheeney, and Chink. Dago; and Sheeney; and Chink; These are the vipers that swarm, Up from the edge of Perdition's brink To hurt, and dishearten, and harm. O shame! when their Roman for-bears walked Where the first of the Caesars trod. O shame! when their Hebrew Fathers talked With Moses; and he with God. These swarthy sons of Japhet and Shem Gave the goblet of Life's sweet drink To the thirsty world, which now gives them Dago, and Sheeney, and Chink. Dago; and Sheeney; and Chink; Greeson and Niggers; and Jae. Greaser; and Nigger; and Jap; From none of them doth Jehovah shrink. He lifteth them all to his lap, And the Christ, in his kingly grace When their sad, low sob he hears, Puts his tender embrace around our Mr. E. Everett Lane, of Detroit, Michigan, is spending the winter with his mother, Mrs. Mattie Lane, of 1607 Division street. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER NEWS FROM OUR CORRESPONDENTS FREDERICK NOTES Frederick, Md., Feb. 25.—Rev. S. S. Wormley of Annapolis, Md., and pastor, J. W. Townes, 1st Baptist Church are conducting revival meetings. The funeral of Mrs. Barbaria Brown was held at her grandson's home, John Stanton, 106 East street Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. L. J. Valentine conducted services. Miss Lillian Proctor, a teacher at Pleasant View, spent Sunday with Miss Vanetta Makel, 119 'East street. Mr. William Fry, who was badly burned about the feet and legs on Wednesday night by the couch on which he was sleeping taking fire, is reported improved. Mrs. Rosa Jackson and Mrs. Annie Smith of Washington, are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Delibardie, 119 Allsaint street. A large number of friends went to Hagerstown Sunday to attend the funeral of Mr. Walter Harmon, a remarkable business man and financier. ANNAPOLIS BRIEFLETS Annapolis, Md., Feb. 25.—Last Sunday was Woman's Day at Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church and Mrs. Henrietta Cooper, chairman of the stewardesses board presided at eleven o'clock at which time Mrs. Mary F. Handy spoke. Her address was timely and instructive. At 3 p. m. Mrs. Mary Williams presided. An inspiring literary program was rendered to a large and appreciative audience. Mrs. Rosa Norwood recited the poem "The Master is Coming." Solos by Miss Eva Valentine, Miss May Brown, Miss Carrie Brice and Mrs Laura Holt were well rendered. Mrs. E. D. Fletcher and Miss May Brown sang a beautiful duet. At 8 p. m. with Mrs. Harriet A. Cully presiding. The collection for the day was $166.70. Mr. and Mrs. John Boston are still very sick. Mr. John Boston, Jr., was in the city Sunday visiting his parents. Mrs. Cinderilla Queen fell last Saturday. Since he has had several hemorages. Rev. Dr. Williams is continuing his series of sermons on the relation of the pastor to the congregation and the congregation to the pastor. They are doing much good. The men of Mt. Moriah are working to excell the women. We should patronize our race in business. Having raised the largest amount of money Mrs. Annie Johnson was crowned Queen of Woman's Day. HAVRE DE GRACE JOTTINGS Havre de Grace, Md., Feb. 25. The ladies of St. James A. M. E. Church gave an entertainment on Monday evening which was very interesting. Mrs. Emma Simons of Baltimore is visiting her mother, Mrs. Frances Skinner. Miss Hazel Bouser who has been spending the winter in Washington has arrived home. Mrs. Amanda Waters has arrived home from a visit to her daughter in Philadelphia. TAPPAHANNOCK HAPPENINGS Tappahannock, Va., Feb. 25. Miss L. A. Jenkins of North Carolina, supervisor teacher of this State, while on her visit to the public school of this place was the guest of Miss W M. Pollard. Miss Jenkins also gave two very excellent addresses on Sunday morning at the First Baptist Church. At the Berean Baptist Church in the afternoon. Miss Mary Towals of West Point is the guest of Miss G. S. Bundy. Monday night an entertainment was given at the public school to lengthen the school term. A short program was rendered. The Alpha Literary Society will meet Friday evening. The Celebration Club of the Emancipation Proclamation are making renewed efforts for the 3rd of April. RELAY ITEMS Relay, Md., February 24.—The entertainment given by Howard county colored school teachers at Miss M.M. Gwynn's school Monday evening for the purpose of raising funds to help to establish a colored industrial school for Howard county, was quite a success. An interesting program was rendered. Among those participating were Mr. J. H. Howard and Miss E. Short, of Cooksville; Miss Fisher, of Poplar Springs; Mrs. Snell, Ellicott City; Miss E. Blue, Laurel; Mrs. M. Lloyd, Jamestown; Mrs. H. Matthews, Miss M. M. Gwynn, Relay; Rev. Joseph Gwynn, Baltimore; Miss Louisa Gwynn, Mt. Washington; Mr W. A. Washington, Granite, Md. Mrs. M. M. Gwynn, of Glenarm was also present. PITTSBURG HAPPENINGS Pittsburgh, Pa., Feb. 25.—A six-course dinner was served by Mrs. Julia Manor at her home, Webster avenue, Thursday evening. Miss Blanche Thompson, formerly of Baltimore, was in the city last week with the Smart Set, who played a week's engagement here. Mrs. Mary B. Talbert, of Buffalo, N. Y., was the principal speaker last Sunday evening at the Metropolitan Baptist Church, North Side. She told of work that the National Association is doing for uplift among the colored people. Wednesday evening Oscar D. Minor and Miss Margaret Smith were joined in marriage by Dr. P. A. Scott at the Bethel parsonage. Thursday evening at the residence of her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. John L. Skarrow, of Wilkinsburg, Pa., Miss Elsie P. Watson and John T. Holnies were united in marriage by the Rev. Rodney C. Fox. Mrs. Barker W. Holland, of Jules Verne street, North Side, returned Saturday from a four weeks' visit to her parents, Rev. and Mrs. G. W. Williams, of Scranton, Pa. To Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Morsell, of Junilla street, a daughter was born Wednesday morning. Miss Christina Dukette, of Morningside, is entertaining her cousin, Miss Myrtle Woods, of Ohio. Mrs. Mary B. Talbert, of Buffalo, N. Y., is the house guest of Mr. and Mrs. William Fox, in Mahon avenue. Mrs. Talbert has received marked social attention during her stay in this city. Miss Edyth Thornton, of Baltimore, and Miss Cathryn Bryan, of Williamsport, Pa., are visiting at the home of Rev. and Mrs. P. A. Scott in Elm Street. Mrs. C. W. Posey, of Homestead, and Mrs. George W. Cole, of Oakland, received at the beautiful home of Mrs. Cole in Parkview avenue, Wednesday afternoon, from 2 to 5 in honor of Mrs. Mary Talbert of Buffalo. Over 100 guests were present. In the presence of the immediate family Wednesday evening at 6:30 o'clock Miss Louise Denning and John Stanton of Vera street, were married at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, the Rev. Scott Wood reading the marriage service. Mr. and Mrs. S. Lane entertained at dinner in honor of Mrs. John Lot of Jamestown, N. Y. Others present were Mrs. West Moreland, Mr. and Mrs. Seth Eines, Mr. and Mr. Dave Cathey and Wilson Holly. A most delightful evening was spent at the home of Mrs. M. M. Owens on Webster avenue in honor of Miss Mary Travis of North Side. WINCHESTER HAPPENINGS Winchester, Va., February 25. The quarterly meeting of the Free Baptist Churches of this section convened at Mt. Carmel Free Baptist Church Saturday. Rev. J. W. Ware of Luray, Va., moderator, and Rev. W. P. Fisher of Winchester, secretary. The following ministers were present and took an active part in the session: Revs. J. C. Newman of Hagerstown, Md. W. E. Berkley, of Berrville, Va., W. W. Roberts, A. P. Shaw, John H. Quiett, J. Luther Martin and Otho Wells Madam Abigail Blackburn-Reid of Washington captivated the audience with her singing. She is conducting the revival at Mt. Carmel this week. Lawyer Clifford of Martinsburg, W. Va., assisted in the afternoon sessions. Rev. Newman preached the quarterly sermon Saturday night; Rev Berkley Sunday morning, Rev. Roberts in the afternoon and Rev. Ware at night. Rev. Otho Wells preached an acceptable sermon at St. Paul A. M. E. Church Monday night. A fine entertainment was given at John Mann M. E. Church Monday night. Mr. Robert Felix furnished the music. Rev. Benjamin Layton preached at the Primitive Baptist Church Sunday. At a church meeting it was decided that each member pay ten cents a month for the support of the church. Captain John Smith of New York is visiting friends here. Mrs. James E. Thomas, of Charles county. Md., has returned home after spending ten days visiting her daughter. Mrs. Frank J. Hall, of 1902 McCullough street. To Homesekers who want to own their own homes, loans from $1,000 to $5,000. After investigating the above named Company, I do not hesitate to say that this is the best way to buy a home outright (pay cash). tate to say that this is the best way to buy a home outright (pay cash). EIGHT REASONS WHY: 1st. We do a National business. 2nd. Six dollars a month starts you. 3rd. Thirty-six dollars entitles you to a loan of $1,000. 4th. Three months grace before loan is made in case of adversity. 5. Six months grace after loan is made in case of adversity. 6th. Ten and a half years to pay back loan. 7th. Principle $1.50 a month. 8th. Five per cent, simple interest. It will pay to investigate today. Sign coupon or call at either address, does not obligate you in anyway. COUPON STANDARD BOND & MORTGAGE CO Personally managed by Mrs. Lucy Lee. This hotel is the only property we own on the Atlantic Beach front. Every room opens on the Ocean. Bathing, boating, fishing, music, dancing, a beautiful view of the Ocean while dining at our new conservatory dining room. Special rates to school teachers for July. Write for rates. Mrs. Lucy Lee 5 PLAIN ST. ELMHURST, N. Y. Address after July 1st THE OCEAN HOUSE, SEA ISLE, N. J. OLIVER J. CAULK Mrs. Lucy Lee 5 PLAIN ST. ELMHURST, N. Y. Address after July 1st THE OCEAN HOUSE, SEA ISLE, N. J. OLIVER J. CAULK ..House Painter.. ...And Paper Hanger... 2143 Druid Hill Avenue. Madison 1029. House Painting Glazing, Graining Enameling Floors Stained—Varnished or Waxed. Lenky Roofs Cemented and Painted. WHAT ARE COLORED MEN DOING IN BUSINESS??? $5.00 reward for any information concerning the where abouts of any of the following named persons: Edmond Wood, Wilminer Cook, Alice Hall, Fannie Hall, Elnora Bond, Susana Bond, Wesley Bennett, Mary Ann Randall, St. Paul Lodge, No. 5, King Solomon. A monthly magazine published by Commercial College Students! Howard University, Wash.,D.C. 50 Cents for School Year Mishael Jones, Editor in Chief Phone Madison 3818-M Notify Rev. A. Young, 618 Dolphin street. M. A. 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You will see how long my hair grows WILLIE GRAY. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write for particulars today ```markdown ``` CRUSADE AGAINST DIRTY COOK SHOPS Civic League Files Protest With Health Commissioner Agaiust Cook Shops The Negro Civic League, whose activities have heretofore been noted by the Afro-American, has begun a crusade against the many cook shops in the city where cooked food is kept on display in the windows. In a communication to the Commissioner of Health it is pointed out that many of these places are unclean, and the cooked food which is constantly kept on display in the windows is unfit for consumption even by the poor people who are attracted to it by reason of its supposed cheapness. It is also stated that mice, roaches and flies have been seen feeding on these window displays and a great deal of sickness has been noted by the physicians who have been called to attend patients made ill by eating in some of these places. This organization while making little noise has been doing a great deal of good in this community, and many of the improvements along civic lines have been hastened as the result of the city officials attention being called to specific cases. Mr. John W. Rich, the Chairman ALEXANDER WILLIAMS of the organization stated that a great deal of credit is due to Mr. Alexander Williams, treasurer, and Mr. Daniel W. Richardson, the vice chairman, for what has been so far accomplished as they have been foremost in procuring facts and data upon which complaints have been lodged and remedies applied. The following letter has been forwarded by the league to Dr. N. R. Gorter, Commissioner of Health. Dr. Nathan R. Gorter. Commissioner of Health, Nos. 311-329 Courtland street, Baltimore, Md. The Negro Civic League wishes to call your attention to a matter that has been giving us a great deal of concern. There are in Baltimore a great number of cheap eating places commonly called "Cook Shops", conducted principally by foreigners, where cooked food is served to the public. In some of these places great quantities of cooked food may be seen stacked in the windows. This food is consumed by poor working people principally,—black and white, who are attracted to it by reason of its supposed cheapness. Many of our physicians have stated that they have been called to attend patients who have been made ill from eating the food served in some of these places, and a casual observation would convince most any one that this might be true, for in some cases, we are informed, mice, flies, bugs, roaches and other germ bearing vermin have been observed feeding upon and running over these stacks of food which we believe are allowed to stand uncovered for many days before consumed. If an inspection should be made of the "Cook Shops" on Market Space, Light, Pratt, Lee, Pearl streets and Pennsylvania avenue, and perhaps many other places of this character, as well as some boarding houses that have not come under our observation, we think you will find that the health laws regulated the sale of clean, healthy food are being grossly violated. Yours very truly, John W. Rich, Chairman. PRINCESS ANN NOTES Princess Anne, Md., Feb. 25. Sunday was a big day at the M.E. Church The pastor, Dr. J. U. King, preached two sermons. The collection for the day was $51.80. The Sunday school was largely attended. A successful entertainment was given Wednesday night under the supervision of Mrs. Leah Roberts. Rev. W.H. Hayman was in town on business Wednesday and smoke at the M. E. Church at night and left on the midnight train for Clayton, Del. There has been organized an Association known as the United Helping Club for the purpose of bettering the conditions of the race. Walter Wilson, son of Joshua Wilson, was accidently run over by an automobile on Main street last Thursday. He is in a serious condition at the hospital in Salisbury. Rev. C. T. Covington, of Dames Quater, was in town Tuesday on business. Mr. and Mrs. William Williams and Miss Rebecca Wilson were visitors of many friends in Allen Monday. Mrs. Henry White and Mr. Wm. James were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Squire of Habnab Sunday. Mr. Henry White is on the sick list. A revival is in progress at Mt Hope A. M. E. Church. The people of Princess Anne have taken a deep interest in the Afro-American Ledger since they have been reading the news of this town. Mrs. Laura Benson is home again after spending some time in Philadelphia. HOLD QUARTERLY CONFERENCE The fourth and last quarterly conference of Trinity A. M. E. Church was held Friday night, February 19. The reports from the various departments of the church showed a wonderful increase, both financially and numerically. Within the last three months over $1600.00 has been collected; and forty-four members have been received in full connection. This making our present enrollment of nine hundred and sixty. The entire church is in a healthy and prosperous condition. Resolutions were adopted endorsing Dr. S. M. Johnson's administration and Dr. D. G. Hill the presiding elder was requested to use his influence to have him returned for another year. John W. Martin, secretary. ANNUAL MEETING OF UNION GOSPEL WOMEN Christ the leader, the Union Women of the Gospel will hold their annual convention March Stn, close on the 14th. Interesting services every night at Gillis Memorial M. P. Church, Stockton street, near W. Baltimore street. Miss Estella Graves, financial secretary; Mrs. Isadora Williams, recording secretary; Mrs. Elsia Brown, director; Mrs. Louisa K Groomes, presiding. To the interested reader: For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is his name. And his mercy is on them that fear Him from generation to generation. He hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree. He hath filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he hath sent empty away. St. Luke 1 chapter 49 to 53 verses. All are welcome. HAIR REAL HUMAN CREOLE HAIR HAND BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED MADE CATALOGUE FREE COLORED WOMENS HAIR SAND CAP FREE WITH LONG SLEEVES WITH LONG SLEEVES WITH LONG SLEEVES Showing all the latest styles of creole Hair goods, straightening Combs, toilet articles Hardy the we show the largest variety and self more hair goods than any other manufactures in the United States, send two cent stamp to day for Catalogue. WANTED HUMANIA HAIR G 117 23 DUANEST NEW YORK Worth Its Weight In Gold Mrs. A. Hines, A. A. County, said: "I have been crippled with rheumatism and stiff joints for many years, shortness of beath and nervous eyes. Doctors did me no good. 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Memory Verses, 11, 12—Golden Text, I Sam. vii, 12—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. When the men of Beth-shemesh lost 50,070 men because of their transgression they sent to the men of Kirjath-jearim to come and take the ark away from them, for they said, "Who is able to stand before this holy Lord God?" Their question is a very suggestive one, for the holiness which God requires in His law, which is holy and just and good, is so great that no man can stand before it, even as it is written: "If thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who shall stand? But there is forgiveness with thee * * *" (Rom. vii, 12; Ps. cxxx, 3). The way out for all, for all have sinned and come short, is that the necessary holiness is found in Christ, who perfectly kept this holy law and is made righteousness unto all who receive Him (11 Cor. v, 21; 1 Cor. i, 30). The ark found a resting place at Kirjath-jearim for many years in the house of Abinadab in the hill until David removed it to a tent which he had pitched for it in Jerusalem (11 Sum. vi, 3, 4). After it had been twenty years there Israel seemed to awake to a desire for the Lord, for it is said that they "hunted after the Lord" (verses 1, 2). It may have been that after the catastrophe at Ebenezer, in which the sons of Eli were stain and the ark of God taken and because of which Eli died, Samuel returned to his father's home at Hamah, for there he lived all his life afterward; there he built an altar into the Lord; there he judged Israel going in circuit to Bethel, Gilgal and Mizpeh, and there he died and was buried 6, 10; ii, 11; vii, 16, 17; xxv, 1. Ever since the Philistine victory Israel had been under their power, but now Samuel encouraged them to put away their idols, return into the Lord with all their hearts and serve Him only, that He might deliver them out of the hands of the Philistines (verses 3, 4). The one thing that the Lord is looking for in all the world is a whole heart for Himself (II Chron. xvi, 9); no idols, nothing to grieve or hinder, but such yielded hearts that He can magnify Himself in us and work in us all His good pleasure (Heb. xiii, 20). So all Israel gathered together to Mizpeh that Samuel might pray for them (verses 5, 6). They drew water and poured it out before the Lord and fasted and confessed their sin. The wise woman of Tekoa said, "We are as water spilt on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again" (H Sam. xiv, 14), and in Lam. ii, 19, we read, "Pour out thine heart like water before the face of the Lord." True emptiness before Him will always bring His fullness; He perfects His strength in our weakness; when we are nothing then He can work. There must be no will nor way nor thoughts of ours to hinder. The Philistines, hearing of the Israel movement, went up against them, for when the people of God turn to Him with purpose of heart the devil always wakes up to oppose. Israel did the right thing in saying to Samuel, "Cease not to cry into the Lord our God for us." So Samuel offered a sacrifice and cried unto the Lord, and the Lord heard him and thundered with a great thunder and discomfited the Philistines, and they came no more into the coast of Israel all the days of Samuel (Verses 7-13). We are reminded of such words as these: "The God of glory thundereth: "God thundereth marvelously with His voice; great things doeth He, which we cannot comprehend" (Iss. xxix, 5; Job xxxvii, 5). Neither thunder nor lightning should cause us any fear if we are right with Him, but should rather make us rejoice to hear His voice and see His might. As Noah, Daniel and Job are quoted as samples of righteous men (Ezek. xiv, 14-20), so Moses and Samuel are mentioned as great intercessors (Jer. xv, 1). At the same place where the Philistines conquered Israel and captured the ark there the Lord overthrew them and delivered Israel (chapter iv, 1; vii, 12), and Samuel set up his memorial stone and said, "Mithero bath the Lord helped us." All who trust in the Lord can surely say the same, and we should say always: "Henceforth * * * unto Him who died for us and rose again." "Henceforth * * * laid up for me a crown of righteousness" (II Cor. v, 15; II Tim. iv, 8). By the great sacrifice of Himself we are redeemed; by His sacrifice as a burn offering, typified in Samuel's offering (verse 9), we become wholly dedicated to Him (Lev. h, and when we willingly acknowledge it and desire to serve Him only then we may expect to see His power on our behalf and His working in and through us. Samuel's home at Ramah and the three other places where he judged Israel are full of interest historically—his home because of the story of Hannah and her song; Mizpeh because of Israel's return to God at this time (v. 6), and the meaning of the name (Gen. xxxi. 49-52), though it was not the same Mizpeh. Bethel reminds us of Abraham's second altar in the land and his departure and return also of Jacob's dream (Gen. xli. 8; xlii. 2; xxvi. 10-10). At Gilgal Israel kept the first parsover in the land, and it became Joshua's headquarters (Josh. v. 10; x. 15). Afro-American Business W. A. Jones' Tonsorial Parlor Successor to, W. H. Moss ...1423 Pennsylvania Avenue... 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Mitchell, Pastor, 190 INTER-DENOMINATIONAL Day of Prayer Service and Experience Meeting directed by Women's Home Missionary Society of N.E. Churches Metropolitan Church, Sunday, February 28th, at 3 p.m. SPEAKER; MRS. AGNES ADAMS, of Boston Everybody welcome. Come and Bring a Friend. A. B. Johnson Cor. Sec. CITY NEWS IN BRIEF A PRETTY WEDDING A very pretty wedding took place at 2127 Druid Hill avenue on Thursday evening, February 11, 1915, at 8 p.m. when Miss Abbie Dailey was married to Mr. George Bell. The ceremony was performed by Rev. L.Z. Johnson of Madison St. Presbyterian Church. Those present were: the family the bride lived with namely Mrs. Ernest Robinson and daughter Mrs. Nellie Willford, Miss Grace Fisher and niece Miss Margaret Green and Misses Mable and Nannie Waguer, harger the other invited guests were counts. 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Captain Brown has been given a special permit which gives him the privilege of being Master of the vessel on the trip down the coast. A CARD OF THANKS Knights of Pythias of the E. W. H. wish to thank the many organizations who responded so liberal to our recent Bazar and especially the Order of Good Hopes who attended in large numbers; and their noted grand master, W. G. Price, who was present on the closing evening and delivered a most helpful address and many thanks to our friends and public for their liberal patronage. MR. WILSON HGNORED Mrs. Edith Wilson, of 2010 Division street gave a surprise in honor of her husband's birthday on Tuesday, February 23, 1915, at 8 p.m. These present were: Mr. Oscar O. Thomas, the correspondent of the Amsterdam News the toast-master of the reading, Messrs. William Howard, K. D. Fratt, Henry Camphar, Mary Winder, Boon Caesar, Joseph White, John Weaver, Wilson Miller, Richard Pinder, Daniel Smith, William Locks and Billie Dooley. FUNERAL OF MRS. LIZZIE ELLIOTT The funeral of Mrs. Lizzie Elliott, who died from an attack of acute indigestion at her home, 647 George street, was held at her late home Wednesday of last week. Rev. M. J. Naylor officiated. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. She was 47 years of age, and was the adopted daughter of George W. Towson. Her husband, John Elliott five children and four brothers and sisters survive. We, the Directors of MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY take pleasure, in notifying the public that we have opened an office at 1204 Druid Hill avenue for the transaction of all Cemetery business and shall be pleased to have our patrons call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the assurance that your needs shall receive prompt and courteous consideration. Patrons are hereby warned that payments of monies elsewhere without instructions from this office will be made at their personal address. Undertakers are required that all orders for opening graves etc., will be issued from this office. By order of the Directors, M. J. NAYLOR, Pres. PERSONALS Miss Flora Bell Johnson of Wil- mington, Del., spent a few days in the city visiting her aunt last week Miss Lake of 1531 W. Fairmount avenue. Rev. P.J. Jordan, pastor of Allen A. M. E. Church, has been confined to his home for the past week, suffering from boils. He expects to be out this Sunday, however. Jay Gould expects to sail for Cuba next week. Mrs. I. L. Thomas, who has been ill at her home, 2111 Druid Hill avenue, is convalescing. Rev. A. L. Gaines has returned from Florida, where he attended the A. M. E. Bishops' Council, and from Jacksonville, Fla., where he attended a meeting of the educational board of the A.M.E. Church. Mrs. R. D. Jennings, of Strasburg, Va., is visiting her mother, Mrs. Boyer, of 1124 Russell street. Thomas R. Smith went to Hagerstown Sunday to attend the funeral of Walter Harmon. James Johnson, of 906 Argyle avenue, has gone on a Western trip. 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