The Afro-American

THE AFFAIR AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXIII. NO. 30 ALL READY FOR HEALTH WEEK Conference On Next Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Promises to Bear Large Results The first Health Week among the colored people of this country will be generally observed. Elaborate programs have been planned in a number of communities and widespread interest is being manifested. In Baltimore the observance will take shape in a big conference and health exhibit at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Druid Hill avenue and Lanvale street, beginning next Wednesday and ending next Friday night. From 2.30 to 8 p. m., each day an exhibit will be held showing the results of disease and methods for its prevention. Motion pictures will also be used to educate the public. Among the speakers at the public meeting next Wednesday night, will be: Dr. Booker T. Washington, who conceived the idea for holding the conference; Governor Goldsborough; Dr William H. Welch, the well known pathologist. On Thursday evening Mayor Preston, Health Commissioner Gorter, Councilman Harry S. Cummings, Dr. H. S. McCard, Dr. J. Hall Pleasants and Miss Eleanor Jones are on the program, while on the closing evening the Maryland Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association will have charge of the program, with Dr. W. E. Burghardt DuBois, editor of the Crisis; Dr. Howard E. Young, Dr. Harry F. Brown, Dr. William H. Wright, R.C. Powell and others as speakers. The conference here has the endorsement of the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland. The expenses for the same have been contributed by colored citizens and various race organizations. The colored physicians have lent every aid to the movement and are among its most enthusiastic supporters. A number of ministers of the city have signified their willingness, to mention the conference and exhibit to their congregations Sundav, and others will also allow laymen to urge it before their congregations. NO DISTINCTION MADE Chicago, March 18.—Through the generosity of the members of Ebenezer Baptist Church, hundreds of white and colored men thrown out of employment on account of the European war and the general business depression are being fed daily at the church. This is in direct contrast to a white congregation which bars the colored unemployed from its dinners. These dinners are served five days in a week, are substantial and costs Ebenezer Church $20 a day. Last year 3,752 colored men and 1,020 white men were fed. Rev. John Thomas, pastor of the church, preach to men at each meal. ADRESS BUSINESS LEAGUE Dr. Booker T. Washington, president of the National Negro Business League, will deliver an address to the members of the Patapsco Business League at St. Mark's M. E. Church, Stoney Run, Md., next Wednesday afternoon. Preceding his address he will be the guest of honor at a luncheon given by Attorney C. C. Fitzgerald, president of the league. The train carrying people to St. Mark's Church will leave Union Station next Wednesday at 1 p. m. MAYOR TO SEE FIRE-ESCAPE Evinces Deep Interest In Efforts of Druid Hill Avenue Residents to Maintain a First Class Neighborhood A delegation consisting of Dr. and Mrs. J. Edward Wheatley, Mr. R. H. Butler and Dr. Harvey Johnson called upon Mayor Preston Friday morning and filed a protest against the fire escape which has been placed in front of the apartment house on Druid Hill avenue, near Dolphin street. Dr. Wheatley, who acted as spokesman told the Mayor that the fire escape was unsightly and that in view of the fact that this was one of the most exclusive residential sections for colored people in the city the fire escape would have a tendency to depreciate property in that section. He also said that nearly five hundred thousand dollars had been invested by the colored people in that neighborhood in real estate and the erection of the fire escape was out of keeping with the improvements that the city was making along Druid Hill avenue. The Mayor listened very attentively and at the conclusion of Dr. Wheatley's remarks, promised to look into the matter carefully and see if it would not be possible to have the obstruction removed. He also said he was interested in keeping the neighborhood up to its present high standard and was not in favor of allowing anything to be done that would mar its beauty or depreciate values. BALTIMORE STEAMBOAT COMPANY DISSOLVED At a meeting of the stockholders of the Baltim re Steamboat Company held on Thursday evening, all those holding shares in the company were paid up in full at the par value of the shares. The meeting was called by Captain George W. Brown, president of the company, and K. P. Brown, who had recently been appointed receivers for the company, and who explained that the company was being dissolved because of the dissatisfaction on the part of a few of the stockholders and also because not enough money has been collected to venture into the business for which the company was started. Following these statements the stockholders were paid. The amount involved in the transaction amounted to nearly $2,000. The officers of the company were: George W. Brown, president; George L. Hazelton, secretary and Walter Langley, treasurer. "BLACK LAWS" OF OREGON REPEALED Portland, Ore. March 17. -The State Legislature recently repealed the "Black Laws" of Oregon. The main part of the repealing law follows: "Whereas, Section 5 of Article 1 of the Constitution of the State of Oregon excludes from this State any Negro or mulatto, and section 6 denies the right of suffrage to all Negroes, mulattoes or Chinamen regardless of place of their birth or their citizenship, although both such sections are void and of no effect for the reason that they conflict with the fundamental law provision for placing on the ballot at the next election a constitutional amendment abrogating the two sections in made. ELI WILLIAMSON DIES AT CAPITAL Aged Captain Was Among The First Colored Pilots And A Seafarer For More Than Half A Century Washington, March 17.—Capt. Eli Williamson, ninety years old, for many years a licensed pilot, died last Thursday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. B. W. Faire, in this city, following an illness lasting only five days. For half a century Williamson half followed the sea before he retired and made his home here. He served in the navy and in the Merchant Marine. He became a skillful pilot and was the first colored man to obtain a first class license at the United States customhouse at Norfolk, Va. Capt. Williamson was born in Murfreesboro, N. C., December 28, 1824, the son of Trial and Winnie Williamson, and the grandson of George Williamson, who had been a noted shoemaker and had bought his freedom from his master by making fine shoes. Eli Williamson's freedom came to him from his grandfather. When he was a youth Williamson went to live with a family of Quakers, who taught him to read and write, to tie fishing nets and to rig seines for large fisheries. This gave him a taste for the sea which never left him. He enlisted in the United States Navy and served faithfully. After leaving the navy Williamson entered the merchant service, and when the civil war broke out he was chief pilot on the steamer Curew. It was pressed into the service of the Confederacy and later was sunk. The Confederates kept strict guard over Williamson until the close of the war. Capt. Williamson was highly regarded by the officers under whom he sailed. He did much to aid in the uplift of his race, and was the founder of the Cool Spring Church at Franklin, Va. He married Miss Emmaline Hunter of Virginia. Then children were born to them, five growing to maturity. One son, the late W. E. Williamson of Norfolk, Va., died February 1, 1910. His four daughters, Mrs. Curlew Weaver, Mrs. Katherine Reid, Mrs. Sea Bird Faire and Mrs. Emma Gray, survive him. WILLIAMS' SINGERS DRAW The William's Singers paid their second visit to this city last Thursday night, appearing at Albaugh's Theatre under the auspices of the Baltimore Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The renditions of the various numbers on the program were fully up to the high standard set by them at the concert last year and the large audience was extremely liberal in its applause. During the intermission Dr. F. N. Cardeza, president of the Baltimore Branch of the N. A. A. C. P., spoke of the work that was being done by the association, and urged that a larger number show their appreciation by joining. He said that there were only seven hundred names enrolled in Baltimore as members of the association where there ought to be seven thousand. He also intimated that the local branch was preparing to fight the present segregation law in this city. After the expenses of the affair were paid, $150 was realized as the result of the concert. DEATH RATE IS DECREASING United States Mortality Statistics Show Death Rate Among Negroes Decreasing In All Sections Washington, March 17.—The United States Census Bureau will for the first time issue in a few days mortality statistics among the colored people in 57 cities with Negro populations exceeding 2,500. Comparative tables for 1900 and 1910 will be given, and in nearly every instance a decline in the Negro death rate is shown by the 1910 figures. In Baltimore, where during 1900 and 1910, the colored population shifted considerably and moved into more modern homes, a decrease from 33.5 deaths in a thousand to 30.6 is shown. In Washington the death rate declined from 31 in 1900 to 29.1 in 1910, while Annapolis, Md., shows a big decrease of from 42 per thousand in 1900 to 30.5 a decade later. The borough of Manhattan, New York city, where the colored people have shifted largely from the old tenements between 25th and 50th street to the modern ones in the Harlem district, shows a reduction from 34.3 in 1900 to 24.2 in 1900. The preliminary bulletin states that in 1910, 4,091 farm homes were owned by colored people in Maryland, while 7977 were owned in urban sections an increase of 19 per cent. According to the figures, one colored person in 91 owns his own home in Baltimore In Atlanta one in 29, in Birmingham one in 22, in New Orleans one in 37, in Washington one in 46, in Louisville one in 57 and in Jacksonville one in 22 are the figures given Negro home owners in comparison to the general population. Norfolk, Va., where only one in 92 persons owns his own home, shows the least percentage of property owner, while Petersburg, Va., with one in 13, shows the largest percentage. No figures are available for Northern cities. Over 100,000 colored people in the South bought or built their own homes between 1900 and 1910. The bullet in also states that the death rate among colored people in cities declined more than that among whites during the decade, thus indicating that the colored people were occupying better homes and in better surroundings from a sanitary standpoint. The fact that many of the better homes are owned by their colored occupants means that they are kept in better condition. The mortality table accompanying the bulletin shows that deaths among Negroes, as compared with the whites, are relatively more numerous for tuberculosis of the lungs, other forms of tuberculosis, malaria, pneumonia and whooping cough; while that for those among whites are greater for diarrhea, measles, scarlet fever, cancers, appendicitis, and violent deaths (including suicide) are noticeably higher among whites. BIRTH OF A NATION HISSED New York, March 18.—"The Birth of a Nation" a moving picture plays which distorts the attitude of Southern Negroes during the Reconstruction Era, is being sharply criticised here. Rabbi Wise and Miss Jane Adams are among those who have voiced sharp protest. Cieveland G. Allen, the newspaper correspondent, saw the play last Friday night, and voiced emphatic disapproval while it was being presented. PRICE THREE CENTS THE CHEN To Elect Coun- The League sign for aspirant nation in largely Shiloh ht. resided, council- led as a ing the MASS MEETING HILL FOR MAYOR MONDAY. MARCH 22 8 P.M. MUSIC All Republicans Invited Hill Campaign Committee BER F. McMECHEN BRANCH CITY COUNCIL 14TH WARD ARY ELECTION APRIL 6, 1915 CANDIDATE FOR FIRST BRANCH CITY COUNCIL 14TH WARD SUBJECT TO PRIMARY ELECTION APRIL 6,1915 LINCOLN LEAGUE OUT FOR M'MECHEN Launch Their Campaign To Elect Colored Candidate For Councilmanic Honors In The Fourteenth Ward The Li coin Republican League formally launched its campaign for George W. F. McMechen aspirant for the councilmanic nomination in the Fourteenth ward, at a largely attended mass-meeting at Shiloh Baptist Church Tuesday night. Dr. Ernest Lyon, who presided, criticized white Republican councilmen for what he regarded as a dereliction of duty regarding the colored people of this city. He also pledged that the league would work to bring about the election of William F. Alien, the Bull Moose candidate in the Fifth ward, and whoever the Republicans name in the Seventeenth ward. Dr. A. L. Gaines, treasurer of the league, is a resident of the Fifth ward, which is now represented in the City Council by a Democrat, Samuel Lassch. Hugh M. Burkett made an impassioned speech, in which he declared that the colored people should be better represented, and that as the whites desired segregation, those segregated should have their representatives in official circles. Mr. McMechen made the initial speech in his campaign, in which he pledged that he would use every effort, if nominated and elected to better the civic and educational interests of the race. He declared that colored men had a right like men of other races to aspire for public office. Revs. George L. White, W. Edward Williams and Junius Gray were among others who delivered addresses. Resolutions pledging every support to the candidacy of McMechen were unanimously passed. The league has opened headquarters in the 1400 block of Pennsylvania avenue and is planning to hold an open-air mass meeting in the Fourteenth ward one night next week. The league sent an open letter to Chairman George W. Padgett, of the Republican City Committee, this week, voicing opposition to Councilman Jording, of the 22nd ward. It is alleged that the latter, along with Councilman Lang and Hildebrand, voted with the Democrats on the final passage of the ordinance to turn the Mount street school to whites. Mayor Preston vetoed this ordinance. According to a leading spirit of the league, it will not meddle in the councilmanic fight in the Seventeenth ward, as the situation is just what the league was organized for—the backing of the candidacies of colored men. In that ward three colored men are contending for the nomination and to take sides for any candidate would not be in keeping with the motives that inspired the organization of the league. MONELL HELD FOR MURDER Charles Moneill, the white man exonerated by a coroners' jury on charge of killing Charles Bantum, has been presented by the Grand Jury. Moneill had been held at the instance of State's Attorney Broening. He will likely be tried before the summer process. Zion Church Pennsylvanla Avenue, near Dolphin F. P. Ross, Chairman James Carey, Secretary Colored Business Men's Hill Asso. Joseph Evans, President Pinkney Briscoe, Secretary JITNEY BUSES HURT Austin, Tex., March 18—The humiliation in riding on "Jim Crow" street cars in the South may be avoided if the colored people establish jitney bus like they have done in this and other Texas communities. A number of enterprising colored men, knowing that the race opposes separate cars and only uses them when the necessity arises have started jitney lines for the race. These lines are said to be making more money than those operated for whites, and not only have the great majority of colored people ceased to ride on street cars, but the street railway companies are already feeling the loss by decreased receipts. When separate car laws were first passed several years ago the street railways were largely boycotted by the race, but they gradually resumed patronage. The introduction of the jitney buses came as a relief to those who objected to riding on rear seets and being ordered around by conductors. LINCOLN LEAGUE SENDS OPEN LETTER Showing Up Jording's Record in The City Council With Reference to the Colored An Open Letter to the Honorable George W. Padgett, Chairman of the City Committee, City Sir:— The Lincoln Republican League regrets very much that Mr. Charles A. Jording has announced himself for reelection as a member to the City Council from the 22nd Ward. Mr. Jording's record in the Council has not been satisfactory to the colored voters of the ward, without whose votes it will be impossible for him to be returned to the Council. When Ordinance F. B. No. 126, entitled an Ordinance to direct the Board of School Commissioners of Baltimore City to discontinue the use of School No. 100 as a school for colored children, Jording voted with the Democrats to take this school away from the colored people. The use of this building would have been lost to us as a race in the city had it not been for the veto of the Mayor, through the influence of City Connellman Harry S. Cummings. This fac is not generally known among colored people. I doubt whether any colored man with any degree of self-respect and race pride will vote for Mr. Jording, when this fact is made known. Mr. Jording has no opponent for nomination in the Primary Election. He will, therefore, beyond doubt receive the nomination. This however, does not mean his elicitation. The time has come when colored men will take the same view of aspirants for public preferment who are inimical t. their interest, as is taken by the German-American, Irish-American, Italian American, and every other distinct race element in the body politic. The Lincoln Republican State-Wide League is composed of loyal an intelligent republicans, who have supported the candidate of the republican party at all times and under all circumstances, but the day has come when we will not give our support to men, who after their election, turn their backs upon us and vote against our interest. It is the respect that we have for you as Chairman of the City Committee, why we send you this communication, in order that you might be aware of the purpose and intention of this League. We are, Sir, Your obedient servants. ERNEST LYON, president W. EDW. WILLIAMS, secretary A. L. GAINES, treasurer. FUNERAL OF MRS. HELEN V. MAXFIELD The funeral of Mrs. Helen V. Maxfield, who died at the Mercy Hospital late Sunday night was held at Allen M.E. Church Wednesday afternoon, Rev. P. J. Jordan, officiating. Interment was in Mt. Zion Cemetery. The deceased was operated upon twelve days ago for some organic trouble. Her death came as a great blow to her husband, John T. Maxfield, to whom she was married two years ago, on Thursday of last week. Beside her husband, she is survived by her father, Dr. George W. Kennard; five sisters and two brothers. Mrs. Maxfield was born in Baltimore, 27 years ago, and received her education in the public schools. TENDED BIRTHDAY RECEPTION Mr. and Mrs. Nevitt Roberts, of 242 Rock street, gave their daughter her eighteenth birthday reception on March 11, 1915. Her table was decorated with tulips, sweet peas and carnations. Miss Carrie was graduated last June as dressmaker. Fifty-two friends were present and she received fifty-five presents, besides a nice sum of money. They thank their friends very much for what they gave. Among those present were Howard Brent superintendent of Allen A. M. E. Sunday School; Miss Alice Johns, Miss Alice Russell, the president of the Glittering Star Circle and its members; Clifford Brown, one of Allen students, Hurbert Friby, her sixth grade teacher and also Marine Walkins of 404 Hamberry street, agent for tombstone and marble work of all kinds. Friends from Annapolis were Walter Hutton and William A. Dollard. Act. Mrs. Mamie Neal, of 2312 Stockton street, is confined to her bed suffering with acute bronchitis. ...WITH THE BOYS AND GIRLS.... THE BOYS By Chas. A. Carv. LETS UNITE! Many of Baltimore's leading Churches now have a brigade or scout patrol connected therewith. The majority of these churches give the use of the lecture room for this purpose and to step in one of these meetings and make a brief study of the work being undertaken sets one to thinking. Great good is being done all over the city—but what greater good could be done these boys and the community in which they live if there could be a union of some kind brought about. What greater interest each boy would take in his brigade or scout patrol if he knew that his brigade or patrol was a branch of a greater, grander, and stronger boy organization. We have been speaking with some of Baltimore's leading Sunday School workers upon the topic and the opinion expressed by each was that a united organization would not only be helpflu to each individual organization, out is absolutely necessary if real practical results are to be had. As it is, working with a different aim, why not all pull together with a purpose in common? Then don't try to measure results by the yardstick of days or months. Healthy results usually don't develop in such a short time. Developed results are no mushrrooms that spring up in a night. Yes, let's get together on this thing. Let inter-church work abound and let "Excelsior" be our motto. If you have been thinking along this line or if you have given no previous thought to the problem, but have begun to think, just jit down your points on a sheet of note paper and send same to Boys' Editor, Afro-American Ledger Building, or to 1221 Ashland avenue. Let's get busy. MACEDONIA The Boy Scouts of Macedonia Baptist Church met Tuesday night and increased their membership by four. The attendance was large and the boys enjoyed a splendid lesson in signals. Cornelius Thompson, reporter. AMES MEMORIAL The Boy Scouts of Ames Memorial M. E. Church hereby serve notice on other scout organizations that they aim to be the best drilled scout brigade in Baltimore. Their commander Jeremiah Tasker spent seventeen years in the U. S. Army. Dear Friend: I am glad to be able to report for the Colored Boys Sketching Club. No.1. We meet every Thursday night from 7.30 to 9 o'clock. The boys turned out fine at the meeting last Thursday night. We started in January with a club of five, which has now been increased to nine. We have had but one lesson in sketching and drawing. The officers and members are: Earl Cheon, president; John Thomas, vice president; Cornelius Thompson, secretary; Albert Holly, treasurer; William Thompson, chairman; William Perkins, Harry Evans, and Elmer Cheon. Pastors of local A.M.E. Churches are busy raising their conference claims in time for the annual session of the Baltimore Conference, which opens at Waters A.M.E. Church on Thursday, April 29. The general business depression may affect the collections somewhat as a large number of people have been out of employment. Aside from the fact that there may be several changes in the big charges, interest chiefly centers in the election of delegates to the next general conference of the denomination. Among those mentioned as delegates are Revs. D. G. Hill, L. S. Flagg, J. A. Briscoe, C. H. Stepteau, C. H. Murray, A. L. Gaines, S. M. Johnson, P. J. Jordan, J. W. Norris, J. G. Martin, I. N. Ross and W. C. Armstrong. The latter is pastor of the Crowdensville circuit. TAPPAHANNOCK BRIEF'S Tappahannock, Va., March 18. Rev. Jones Watkins, of Baltimore, was here to preach the funeral of Mrs. H. Corbin, who died in Baltimore. Funeral directors, F. B. Pye and H. Lewis, both of Baltimore, accompanied the remains to this city. A successful box social was held at the Frist Baptist Church last Thursday night, under the direction of Mrs. M. C. Bassell and Mrs. L. D. Breeleve. Mrs. Mary F. Johnson and daughter have g ne to Balimore. THE AFRO-AMERICA J LEDGER Cakewalking Contest Tuesday DON'T Dancing Contest Saturday MISS IT We will be glad to receive any news for this column about Girls' work. Address the Editress of the Girls' Column, Afro-American Ledger by Tuesday of each week. "Girls knowledge is now no more a foundation seal'd." Misses Coke and Williamson, teachers of the Training School gave a spring opening last Monday in honor of the girls of the school at which the senior and junior classes recited appropriate poems and sang spring songs. After the program the seniors served the guests in a prettily decorated room. The service of the Y. W. C. A. were in charge of the girls' club last Sunday and the program was one that will be remembered by all for a long time. Mrs. Emma Truxon made an interesting address and afterward inspiring papers were read by several of the girls. Mrs. Mason A. Hawkins and Miss Annie E. Smith are leaders of the club and indeed are doing a great work. Keep up your record girls. Do not lag. Girls' Day will be observed at Trinity next month. May you have great success. Cne of the Girls' Clubs of the city will give a drama entitled "The Fruit of His Folly," for the benefit of Bethel Church next month. We hope all will attend and encourage the girls. The Senior Basketball Team of the High School met the Junior team last week, but the Seniors were "licked." Look out Seniors. Misses Bailey and Bruce were the coaches. It will soon be tennis time. Get your outfit ready and be on the job, when the time comes. It is rumored that some girls of the High school create much disorder on the streets to and from school. Young ladies, what do you mean? Let us be on our dignity. Mr. Richard Warner, of 425 W. Hamburg street, who has been confined to his home for the past six weeks, is now able to be out again. He desires to thank his pastor, Dr Ernest Lyon and laity of John Wesley M. E. Church; the members and friends generally, the brothers and sisters of the several fraternal organizations for their hearty response and kindness shown him during his illness. Also recommend to the public the efficient and up-to-date physician Dr. John H. Tompkins, 1019 Dru d Hill avenue. Mrs. Lizzie Keith, of 1122 Warner street is able to be out after a brief illness. THE MASTER OF THE MUSIC The choir that is attracting some considerable attention in the city is the one at St. Paul M.E. Church, W. Saratoga street. The pastor, Rev. S. A. Virgil is paying a great deal of attention to its work and ability and assisting in every way possible to make it of important assistance to him at all the services of the church. They have recently rendered the Cantata of Esther, which was of such great success that they were engaged to render the same at Ames Memorial M. E. Church, which they did to the entire satisfaction of the large audience present. Mrs. Emma C. Smith, one of the leading sopranos of our city was the queen and Mr. Thomas S. Tilden, basso, was king, assisted by other members of the choir. Mr. Daniel Williams as Mordecai, Miss Amelia Osburn as Zershand, it was generally conceded that the cantata was well rendered. The choir is under the care of Mr. Thomas H Franklin, who is well known throughout the city as a progressive worker in all church affairs. St. Paul M. E. Church is one of the large future churches of West Baltimore. The congregation is increasing at each service. The membership is also being increased and the church is fast becoming a great centre of attraction. Sunday last the pastor, choir and congregation paid a visit to Asbury M. E. Church, Annapoils, Md., Rev. E. S. Williams, pastor, and spent a great spiritual and social time. CRISFIELD BRIEFS Crisfield, Md., March 17.—St. John's Lodge, No. 45, K. of P., Pride of the Eastern Shore Lodge No. 35, Court of Calanthe, will hold their annual thanksgiving services at Shiloh M. E. Church, Sunday, March 28 in the afternoon. Those on the sick list are Mrs. Hester Brittingham, Mrs. Annie H. Daniels, Mrs. Sarah Carr, Mrs. Ameilia Bailey, Mr. Reubin S. Jones, Mr. John H. Chatman. Mr. Joseph Teagle and Miss Sarah Jewitt were united in marriage Monday, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Ellzie. They will make their home at the bride's aunt. SCORES SOUTHERN OBLIGARCHY Boston, Mass., March 11.--Surrounded by leading business and professional men of the city in attendance at the annual dinner of the Economy Club, Joseph C. Manning, of Alabama, scored the ruling oligarchy of the South, which, he said, had first robbed the Negro of the right to vote and is now throttling the will of the majority of the white men of that section of the country. SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS SIXTH ANNUAL SESSION. June 21st to July 23th.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 hore 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 S. THE UP-TO-DATE U Who can furnish a funeral for $10,00 an He can furnish you carriages for Funerals date, from his own stables at the most re come to see him, j JOHN H. TOADVIN 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKEN with a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Part own stables at the most reasonable le rates. come to see him, just call nth 396-Y. 142 W. 5138 826 D FELIX B. PYE, Sr. Mulberry St. Nr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR C. & P. PHONE mes. Not Connected with any d will be offered for the detectu s doing business under the nam Who can armish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and ag- He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Reception, ate., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call South 422 or South 396-Y. 142 W. Hill Street and Mount Vernon 2138 826 Druid Hill Ave. FELIX B. P. 102 E. Mulberry St. ::::FUNERAL DI C. & P. PH No Branches. 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Thanking you al- tranage and asking a continuance of the same, Yours respectfully P. MORTON CHASE 1400 MOSHER STREET Branch Telephone NET, SPARROWS POINT Alfred Nixon Genec . Holland, Agent 433 N. Gilmor Sarrows Point 233 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 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 W. I. CHATMAN W. I. CHATMAN .Funeral Director and Embalmer. PHOENIX, MD. All orders given strict attention. First-class Service in every respect. Polite attendants. Phone:Cockeysville 384 .Funeral Director and PHOENIX, All orders given strict attention. 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Gilmor St. Phone Gilmor 3261 M. and Embalmer. MD. first-class Service in every endants. Phone: Cockeysville 384 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. : Happenings Throughout the State of Maryland: NEWS FROM CHESTERTOWN (Special to Afro-Americans Leigh) Chesterown, Md., March 18. The young men led by Mr. G. G. Chambers had Young Men's day at Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday. They gave quite an interesting program and realized $25 22. Mrs. Louisa Wilson is quite sick at her residence on Poplar Terrace. Mr. L. Tilghman died Saturday night at the home cf his sister, Mrs. Mary Bearman on S. Queen street. Miss Hattie Wilmes spent the week-end with Mrs. Laura Broadway. The Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth celebrated Peter Ogden day at James M.E. Church Sunday. Sermon was preached by R.v. J.P. Holland. Mr. John Gould is convalescent. Mr. W. M. Moore is away on business. Mr. S. L. Graves is able to be out again after a severe attack of pneumonia. Mrs. Hattie White, of Philadelphia is visiting her mother, Mrs. C. Greenleaf of this city. Mr. Arthur Beverly, of New York is home visiting his mother, Mrs. Sarah Garnet. Mrs. Ida Hutchin is very sick at her residence on Canon street. CENTREVILLE ITEMS {Special to The Afro-American Ledger.} Centerville, Md., March 18.—The District Preachers' Meeting of the Centerville District of the Delaware M. E. Conference was held at Centerville on the 9rd inst. After the business was over a banquet and loving cup was tendered the Rev J. E. A. Johns for his most excellent service for the six years on the district. Those who attended from town were Rev. and Mr. J. R. Holland, Mesdames Nancy Hill, Sarah Rigby, Lula Henson, Nettie Robinson, Beatrice Yorker, J. E. Johnson. The Misses Gussie Benton, Fannie Mitchell, Amanda Yorker, Messrs. Parker Mays and Marshall Pittman. Mrs. Beatrice Yorker and daughter Amanda E. spent the week in Centerville, the guests of Mrs. Handy. PERRYMAN NOTES (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Perryman, Md., March 18.—Rev. Moses Martin of Havre de Grace, preached a soul stirring sermon at Sydney Park Church Sunday morning after which Sacrament was administered by the pastor, Rev. W. H. Kent, assisted by Revs. Martin, Allen and Washington. Rev. Daniels, pastor of Mt. Calvary Union A.M.E. Church, Aberdeen, preached an interesting sermon to a large and appreciative audience at Union Chapel at 3 p.m. Mesdames Susie E. Kell and Mary Matthews of Baltimore, were the guests on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. William Steward. Mr. and Mrs. William Dorsey spent the week-end in Havre de Grace. Mrs. Frances Frisby of Aberdeen is spending some time with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. John Pitt. Mr. and Mrs. William Kell of Baltimore are visiting their granddaughter, Mrs. Gladys Ringgold. The Harford County Teachers' Association will hold an educational rally in St. James A. M. E. Church on Friday, April 9th, to which all trustees, parents, guardians and friends are invited. BERKLEY, MD. (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Berkley, Md., March 18.—A large congregation was present at Hosanna Church Sunday morning. Rev F. S Dennis preached an interesting sermon. Mrs. Julia Cole and daughter, Susie, of Havre de Grace, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Blake. Miss Viola Norton of Abingdon, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Norton. Rev. F. S. Dennis has returned to Berkley after a trip of several days. Mr. Brierly Jenkins and Mr. Winfield Bond of Forest Hill, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. K. M. Presbury. Mrs. S. A. Presberry and Mr. H. Presberry, who are on the sick list, are improving. Mr. George Presberry, a farmer of this section has remodeled his house. Mr. Robert Presberry of Churchville visited relatives here Sunday. STILL POND NOTES Special to The Afro-American League Still Pond, Md., March 18.—Rev. D.G. Waters addressed a very large and appreciative audience Sunday at the eleven o'clock services at Fountain. The Sunday School is thriving again under the leadership of its superintendent, Mr. Willis Hackett. Mr. Hacket spent a part of the winter in New York, but is home now and has resumed his position in the Sunday School. On last Thursday evening the home of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hackett was destroyed by fire with the exception of the parlor furniture and a few articles out of the dining room everything else was lost. The fire is thought, caught from the chimney in an upper chamber and was well on its way when discovered. The property was partly covered by insurance. Already arrangements are being made for rebuilding shortly. the pastor and different organizations of the churches are preparing to observe Health Week in the churches and in the homes. On March the 29th, Dr. L. S. Flagg of Baltimore, will exhibit his sacred moving picture show at Mt. Zion M. E. Church. BROOKVILLE BRIEFS Special to The Afro-American Ledger Brookville, Md., March 16.—The funeral of Mr. Greenbury W. Howard, Jr., who died suddenly at his home, Wednesday night, of last week, was held Sunday afternoon at Howard Chapel, Rev. Benjamin Gross officiating. Mr. Howard was born in Montgomery county, Md., 31 years ago, and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Greenbury W. Howard. He attended the public schools here and in Baltimore, was graduated from Princess Anne Academy, Princess Anne, Md. He had been a teacher in the public schools of Brookville for six years. Besides his parents he is survived by a wife and son, one sister and five brothers. LONG GREEN HAPPENINGS (Special to the Atro-American Legend: Long Green, Md., March 18.— Misses Jeanette Wells and Blanche Hughes spent the week-end with Mrs. L. J. Pennington. Miss Irene Flemings entertained Misses Blanche Hughes, Jeanette Wells, Mr. L. L. J. Pennington and Mr. Samuel Harvey at tea on Saturday evening. Mrs. Margaret J. Gwynn, who has been visiting her daughter at Mt. Washington and Towson, has returned to her home at Glenarm. Mrs. David Gwynn and Mrs. Mrs. David Gwynn and Mrs. Mary Quickley are very sick. Mrs Elizabeth Proctor and Miss Gertrude Purvines have been very ill, but are improving slowly. Those on the sick list are Mrs. Mary Edwards, Mrs. Annie Wells and Mr. James Hawkins. NEWS FROM FREDERICK Special tw The Atro-American Ledger.) Special to The Afro-American Legends. Fredrick, Md., March 18.—The enforcement of the compulsory school attendance law has made conditions worse in the colored schools of the city. It is claimed that the increase has been so great that the pupils are sitting on the teacher's platform. A short while after the law went into effect Prof. J. W. Bruner, supervisor of the schools reported at the board meeting. Because of this and the urgent need of larger building it is likely that at a future meeting of the school board plans will be made to relieve the congested conditions. Frederick has a local paper, The Defender, published in the interest of the colored people. E. M. Johnson editor. Mrs. Isabella F. Brown's funeral was held at her home, 135 W. All saint street Sunday. Rev. L. J. Valentine conducted services. She leaves one daughter, Florence Brown. Mrs. Miranda Allen, widow of John Allen, died on Saturday night at her home 9 East 6th street. The funeral was held Monday, conducted by Rev. J. G. Bryant. Miss Della Jenkins, 116 E. 5th street, has been very sick. Mrs. George Johnson of Hagerstown was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hurde, 500 South street Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson,403 Middle street entertained at dinner Sunday, Rev. and Mrs. J. G. Bryant and son, J. A. Bryant. Mr. Henry Only met with a painful accident Monday. While cleaning a motorcycle at the place where THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER he worked, cut off two fingers on the left hand. The M.E. Church started revival meetings Monday night. L. J. Valentine, pastor. DENTON JOTTIMGS Sermon to The Afri-American Ledger. Denton, Md., March 18.—Sunday morning at Betithe A.M.E. Church. Rev. J. H. Betithe preached a fine sermon. Rev. C. B Bailey, pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. Cuhrch, Centerville, Md., visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Bailey last Thursday. News reached Mrs. A. P. Fitchett of her sister-in-law's sudden death in Eastville, Va., on last Saturday. Mrs. Abanna Wright was buried from John Wesley M. E. Church on last Saturday. Rev. F. T. Johnson officiated assisted by Revs. J. H. Fitchett and Cooper. Interment was made in Spring Grove Cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Smith entertained at dinner on last Sunday, Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Fitchett and Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Lewis. Woman's Day was observed at John Wesley M. E. Church last Sunday. Over $19.00 was raised. Thieves entered the cabbage kiln of Mr. C. H. Lewis a few nights ago and relieved him of his cabbage. The Busy Bees' Auxiliary of Union Bethel A. M. E. Church gave a very successful social at A. M. E. Hall on last Wednesday night and cleared $10. Mr. Robert Handy of Tuckahoe, Md., was found dead at his residence on last Saturday morning. Mr. C. W. Boston gave a parlor social at his residence on last Friday evening to raise money to furnish books for his junior choir which is in a flourishing condition. Mrs. Francena Boston will entertain the Y. P. P. C. next Wednesday evening. Woman's Day at Bethel A. M. E. Church on next Sunday, March 21. POCOMOKE NGTES Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Pocomoke City, Md., March 18.—The fourth quarterly conference of St. Johns A. M.E. Church was held on Monday night. Rev. R E. Ford presiding elder, rendered excellent services during his stay here. Mr. Daniel Lankford died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John W.Taylor on Laurel street, Satur day morning, aged 83 years. Funeral services were held at Macedonia Baptist Church, Rev. I H. Dodson officiating. The remains of Mrs. Irene Duncan a former resident of this city who had been making her home with her son Mr. Henry Duncan in Cape Charles, was brought to this place Monday. Funeral services were held at Mt. Zion Church Tuesday morning, the Rev. J. W. Bond officiated. Mrs. Eller Parker of Makemie Park, Va., left Monday after visiting Mrs. Mary Waters of Greenwood, Md. Mr. Lorie J. Taylor, who has for a number of years been a trusted employee of Mr. Noah Gunby and who is respected by all who know him, was married on Tuesday evening to Miss Lubertha James, a fine young lady and well known, in this community. The marriage took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leven James at 7.30 p. m., after which they were met by a host of friends offering congratulations. A reception followed the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Taylor will make their home for a while with the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Dix. Mr. Charles Waters, of Snow Hill was here attending the funeral of Mr. Daniel Lankford. His wife is a relative of the deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Holland of New York city, are on a visit to Mrs. Holland's mother, Mrs. Marcella Manuel in Oxford street. Mr. Grant Long's home was partly destroyed by fire last Thursday. Messrs. Willie Handy and Steward Dryden are on the sick list. Mr. Joseph Brittingham of Crisfield, Md., Mr. Joseph Brittingham of Crisfield, Md., was a visitor this week. The Young People's Rally at St. John' church netted $48.94. Miss Viola Byrd was in this city last Mouday and was entertained at the home of Mrs. Florence Dutton. EASTON HAPPENINGS special to the Afro-American League Easton, Md., March 17.—Rev. S.H. Cooper preached a fine sermon Sunday morning, and had communion service at night. The members and friends of Bethel A. M. E. Church are getting ready for a large supper the last of this month. They realized $45. from the old folks rally. Mrs. Harriette Jones, of Higgins street is on the sick list. Mrs. Mary Downes, of South street, who has been confined to her home for the past few days is out again. Mr. Gowns of Philadelphia, and Miss Pauline Chase of this city, were married last Wednesday. Miss Eva Chase left here for Baltimore Tuesday morning. Mr. Norman and Harvey Jenkins of Oxford were the guests of Mrs. Ida Dobson and daughter Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Estella Jenkins returned to Philadelphia Sunday afternoon, after spending some time with her mother. Mr. J. Wayman Johnson has returned home after spending several months in Philadelphia. Mrs. Carrie Matenne has returned to Baltimore after spending some time here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Brown Holmes. Mrs. Alexander Gates, of Port street is spending some time in Baltimore. Rev. Wallace of Asbury M E. Church preached a fine sermon to the Nazarite Lodge Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Eliza Barnett and Mr. Lewis Douglass are on the sick list. Mrs. Almira Forman, Wilmington, Del., is spending some time with her parents; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Douglass. HAGERSTOWN HAPPENINGS Special to The Afro-American Ledges Hagerstown, Md., March 18.—Last Sunday was quarterly meeting day, Rev. D. W. Hays, district superintendent, preached Sunday night to a large audience. The conference was held on Friday night. Reports showed the church to be in a flourishing condition. After the conference a reception was held. The ladies gave many presents to the pastor, Rev. H. A. Johnson and his wife, showing their appreciation for his services during the year. Rev J. J. Newman of the Baptist Church brought greetings in behalf of the Ministerial Alliance of Hagerstown, and vicinity. The pastor's return was asked for. There is an exceedingly large number of sick folks in the city. Pneumonia and grip are very prevalent. The citizens are much interested in the proposed park which will be voted upon next Monday. A mass meeting was held at Samaritan Hall last week to urge the colored citizens to vote for the proposed new park next Monday. A large delegation of representative white men were present and made appeals for the colored votes in the proposed improvement. Revs. David Johnson, J. C. Newman and Messrs. John Williams, Benjamin Lee and Elighia Freeman made speeches favoring the proposed park, providing that equal accommodations will be accorded and that Negroes will be given a fair share of the labor in preparing the grounds for the park. It is understood that under no consideration would there be any discrimination against the race, in the enjoyments therein, nor in the distribution of labor. Prof. Benjamin Smith, supervisor of the county schools presided. The splendid feeling existing between the races here was extolled. The annual waiters' reception given in Samaritan Hall Thursday was a grand success. Prof. Charles Holland's Orchestra from Frederick furnished the music. Guests from Chambersburg, Martinsburg and Frederick were in attendance. Committee in charge were: Jerry Dorsay, Charles Gasaway, Joseph Johnston, Joshua Henry, William Cooper, Thomas Gonis. ST. MICHAELS ITEMS *special to The Afro-American Ledges.* St. Michaels, Md., March 18.—The Walking Social given by Trinity A. M. E. Zion Church was a success, they raised $8.52. Mr. Daniel Ridout who has been very ill will soon be able to return to his school again. Mrs. Hildreth Waters and baby are spending a few weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nichols. TRAPPE ITEMS (Special to The Afro-American) Trappe, Md., March 18.—Sunday was quarterly meeting day Rev. J. E. A. Johns preached in the morn- M. TREGOR & SON Superior Hair Dressing ..PRINCESS COMB AND HEATER. To be used by modern Ladies and Children to dress the Hair to any stylish fashion. 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Mr. Alexander Jackson and Miss Annie May Ross were quietly married at the parsonage Wednesday night. Misses Ethel and Alena Gray and Mr. Henry Kellum were the guests of Mrs. Hennie Wilson. Tuesday. Mrs. Sallie Wilson and Miss Lona Faro were Trappe visitors Saturday and Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Price and Mr. Willie Laudmon were guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Laudmon, Sunday. Mrs. Annie Camper is out again after a short spell of sickness. LAMP CAP HAIR FOOD DIRECTION—Rub thoroughly into the hair and comb hair to suit style. Prices of Superior Hair Dressing in the known original red boxes: Large boxes, 25c. Single box, 15c.. Orders by mail, 25c. Medium red tin box single 25c. Ordered by mail, 40c. Rev. W. A. T. Miles, pastor of Fairmount M. E. Church and Rev. C. A. Norwood visited Trappe public school Friday afternoon of last week. The pupils rendered several recitations and songs, after which Rev. W. A. T. Miles gave a most excellent lecture on the subject of Steps to Education. Rev. Miles preached a noble sermon to the Brotherhood Friday night. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Potts entertained District Superintendent Rev. J E A. Johns and Rev. and Mr. C. A. Norwood at a six o'clock dinner Saturday of last week. Mrs. Emily Rakes died Monday, March 15th. Her funeral was preached Wednesday afternoon from Scotts M. E Church of which she was a member. She is survived by a husband and one child. Little Oliver Camper is still sick. Afro-American-Ledger Published Every Saturday AT THE AFRO-AMERICAN BUILDING, 628 N. EUTAW ST. BY THE Afro-American Co. J. H. MURPHY, Manager. C. & P. Phone. Mt Vernon 2383 UP-TOWN OFFICE: 1320 Druid Hill Avenue. C & F. Phone, Madison 842. Payable In Advance One Year.....One Dollar 4x Months.....Fifty Cents Three Months.....Forty Cents Single Copy.....Three Cents ...should be Publishers. Postage Prepaid by Publisher. Outside of the United State the price is double. We are not responsible for the return or preservation of unsolicited contributions on any subject. All articles sent to this office for publication, must have the writer's signature or otherwise such article will be ignored Ohrches and others having news notices will please have the same in the office by Thursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communication, in the office by noon on Wednesdays. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEDGER, 628 North Eutaw Street, Kaliborne, Md. Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN Co. BALTIMORE, MARCH 20, 1915 One has but to see the actions of a large number of our children on the streets but to feel that there is a large amount of constructive work to be done by somebody. It must be done either by the parents, the Sunday School or the day school teachers, these are the only avenues, at least at present. On the shoulders of the day school teacher a great deal of this responsibility rests, whether they think so or not. It would be wise for them to take a little more interest in this matter before it may become necessary to take other steps. "CONSISTENCY." Not so very long ago the play of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" was announced to perform at one of the theaters in Atlanta. The Daughters of The Confederacy took exceptions and before the performance could take place certain portions of it had to be cut out, the claim being made that now the war was over such plays only had the effect of stirring up unpleasant memories and race prejudices which should be buried and forgotten. This of course was in the South. In New York there is running a photo-play called the "Birth of a Nation." This play was produced, so it is said, at the cost of several hundred thousand dollars and is "Historically Correct." The play deals with the reconstruction days, the Kuklux Klans and with the Negro as a monster which required all of the best interests of the South to destroy, by legal and illegal means as well. This play is for no other purpose than to excite the prejudices of the Northern people against the Negro and to bolster up the Southern idea of the proper way in which to treat the Negro. It is the old "Clansman" reconstructed and on more liberal lines. Now if producing "Uncle Tom's Cabin" in the South stirs up race prejudice, what must be thought of the "Birth of a Nation," in New York? For more than twenty years it has been the steady purpose of the South to pose as a martyr to the Negro race, and has spent hundreds of thousand of dollars to convince the people of the North that it has been and is now suffering untold agonies at the hands of the black men of the South. At the same time it makes every effort to minimize its own conduct towards the self same black man. It has curtailed almost every privilege save the privilege to breathe and this has also been frequently curtailed by lynching mobs. A black man in the South today is little less than a slave. A colored man in a Southern city recently had an occasion to attend a court trial. This man stands for something in his community, at least he thought he did until he heard the consul on the opposite side make his argument, in which he referred to this colored man in the most contemptuous terms. On reaching the street, the colored man remarked that he felt about as small as a little yellow dog, in fact he became so disgusted that he has practically made up his mind to get out of the South as soon as it is possible for him to do so. The Daughters of the Confederacy hold up their hands in holy horror at the mere fact that "Uncle Tom's Cabin" will show at a theatre in their city, but will give and help in every possible way to distribute the virus of the South all through the states and other places outside of those in which they live. And so we hark back to the old saw: "Consistency thou art a jewel." HEALTH Thoroughout the entire county, during next week, our people will be considering the subject of "Health." With the beginning of spring there will be a unified effort in the direction of "cleaning up." It makes no difference whether in the country, or in the city, or in the North or in the South, the same program is to be followed. In addition to the above, the colored citizens of Baltimore, will have the privilege of an unusual treat in the shape of the "Health Conference" which assemblies in Bethel Church. Pastors, and others in public places, should widely disseminate the information with respect to such "Conference." And by all means it should be noted that such Conference is open to all, and that there is no price of "admission." We have so many affairs with a set price of admission that many of the unthinking might absent themselves thinking it only one of the many money schemes. Especially, in the churches where our people attend in great numbers should such notice be given with the utmost clearness and distinctness, and the people urged to attend. The occasion is not of amusement, but of education. With respect to health, as well as with respect to many other things, we are destroyed because of our ignorance. Everyone ought to be interested in living as long as he or she can, and in knowing how to maintain the very best of health. This, then, is the opportunity especially for hard working and laboring people who find little time for reading. The hints and suggestions will come from those who are thoroughly acquainted with the various aspects of the subject; and, who also possess the faculty of so imparting the necessary light that the most ordinary and backward people among us can easily grasp the meaning thereof. "Clean up", then, is the slogan for the week. Disease "cleans up" many because they fail to "clean up." We must therefore "clean up" or else we shall be eliminated. Water is not only good for the inside of us, but equally as good for the outside of us. It is not only necessary to remove dirt and filth from our bodies, but it is equally important that we remove dirt and filth from our premises. A man who has clean thoughts, as a result, shows clean and pure deeds. A man who is careful about clean clothes, and is mindful of his outward appearance, could hardly relish opposite environments in his home and yard. We usually judge a man by the company he keeps, neither can we refrain from judging people by their residential environments. Some houses, and yards, in an alley, are clean and beautiful, and indicate the quality of the people who reside there. There are fine looking houses on the outside, on beautiful streets, but the interior of some of those houses are very far from being pleasant and attractive. Let us all give heed to the things which make for good health. AN INTERESTING CHARACTER Mr. C. V. Auguste, of St. Petersburg, Fla., is an exceedingly interesting character. A man who works in the "Potato Patch" all day, and philosophies at night, a wisely and helpfully as he does, is certainly a unique character. He is a student of the "social" questions now prominent all over the world. Mr. Auguste gives good advice to colored people who are always ready to join or embrace something they have never examined. Along this line, he says: "The principles of Socialism, being definitely arranged, we advise our colored readers to study them. Form the habit of examination before acceptance. As nearly a whole, we colored folks are too apt to ally ourselves with certain brands of promises. They "gold brick" certain promises to us, and without examination we jump to close the deal. No wonder that, after the acid test is made, they tell us that the gold is buried in the THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER moon; that we must spade to find it." He continues: PRESENTED A PAST CHANCELLOR'S "Now comes along Socialism and says, all the pirates have been and are in this earth. Even Satan, the first one, that used his tail to lasso the starry gems as he contortioned through space The treasures are buried here. It tells us what we will find, if only we dig where and how it suggests. First, we will dig up a change for equal public accommodations. Secondly, a chance to have a primary or nominating voice as well as an electoral one. Thirdly, a chance to find plenty of work and plenty of rest." "What about the office job? I can't vouch for them. The other party contractors will outbid it on these kinds of jobs. However, if you have brains, come with Socialism. If your brain outweighs your muscle, you stand a chance on one of these jobs. If otherwise, you will get an overall." Mr. Augusta is an exceedingly original an interesting writer. Whether in Socialistic papers, magazines, etc., or the periodicals of other parties and organizations, it is a most encouraging and helpful signs in noting how worthily the contributions of Afro-Americans measure up to those whose autocrats are members of other races. THE FORUM. Mr. Editor: I very much regret that you were not familiar with the facts in the case when you wrote the editorial which appeared in your last issue in regard to certain acts of the very efficient Secretary-Treasurer of the A. M. E. Sunday School Union. To my own personal knowledge, Mr. Bryant has tried for more than a year to have these charges heard according to the law of the church, but to no avail. The only course left was to appeal to the people through the press. He is not trying to regulate the A. M. E Church. He named his man and specified his charges. If he is innocent, he has ample recourse to vindicate himself. I was told at New Orleans, by one of the leading men of the 9th Episcopal District, that every word Bryant said was true, and knowing you as I do, and your disposition to be fair to all, I am sending these few lines that you may in this small way, be able to "eep history straight," but the half has not been told. J. M. AVERY, Durham, N. C. Mr. Editor, Dear Sir: Please find space in your valuable paper for the following message: Residents of Druid Hill avenue, this is the appropriate time to have your trees trimmed. I wish to remind you and trust that those interested in the improvement of Druid Hill avenue will not become negligent in regard to their trees. Now if you wait until after the paving is completed, it will be too late. It is advisable to give this your consideration. A Resident of Druid Hill Ave. Editor, The Afro-American, Dear Sir: Please accept my thanks for the large and conspicuously placed "ad" appealing for shoes, shoes, shoes, which you gratutiously inserted in your paper last week. The response was speedily answered. Less than twelve hours after the paper left the press, twenty-one pairs of shoes had come into our possession. To date we have received thirty-one pairs, and with twenty-six pairs all ready in hand, we were able to get back into the school, within a week, forty-one children, a few of whom had been out for a month. Again thanking you and those who responded to the "ad." This is conclusive proof what an "ad" in the Afro-American will do. Yours very gratefully. H. GRAFTON BROWNE REPUBLICANS TO HOLD BIG MEETING A meeting in the interest of the Republican Mayoralty and the Councilmanic candidates will be held at Norwood's Hall, 1801 Druid Hill avenue, next Tuesday night. The speakers will include Major John Philip Hill, Charles H. Heintzman, Mayoralty candidates; Charles L. Kohlstead and Dr. Harry E. Lupus, candidates for the Second Branch City Council in the Third district; Council A. C. Binswanger, candidate for renomination in the Fourteenth ward; Calvin S. Farrar, Morris W. Moore, C. Marcellus Dorsey and John Briscoe. Mr. Robert B. Davis is quite sick at 505 St. Paul street, Second A. P. T. MRS. E. J. COLE, Dressmaking and remodeling neatly done, best service guaranteed, 1915 Druid Hill avenue, Baltimore, Md. A large audience was present at the Pythian Hall on last Monday evening to witness the exercises incident to the presentation of a hansome past grand chancellor's jewel to Gen. Lewis E. Williams who has served the position of grand master of works in the Mary and Grand Lodge of Pythians for the past eight years. In presenting the jewel Grand Chancellor George A. Watty, who made the chief address of the evening told of the services of Mr. Williams, and congratulated him especially upon his service as head of the military department of the order in this State. Others who delivered addresses were Messrs. George W. F. McMechen, William C. McCard, J. Edward Smith, Truly Hatchett and John W. Rich. Mr. Williams in receiving the jewel, took occasion to thank those who had supported him in his efforts to upbuild the military department of the Order, mentioning especially the support of Grand Chancellor Watty. Following the presentation, a buffet luncheon was served under the direction of Mr. George T. Brent, who was chairman of the committee in charge of the affair. FUNERAL OF MRS. LOUISA HILL The funeral of Miss Louisa Hill, who died Sunday after a six-week illness, was held at her late home, 782 Ajax street. Wednesday afternoon, Rev. John H. Medley officiated. Interment was in Laurel Cemetery. Her death came as a blow to her aged parents, Rev. and Mrs. Abraham Hill, with whom she lived, as she was the last of 12 children. The deceased was born in this city 33 years ago. DEATH OF MRS. CLARA TAY1OR Mrs. Clara Taylor, of Philadelphia, departed this life March 1st, after a brief illness of four days. The funeral took place March 15, at 2 p.m. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Estella Lowery, wife of Rev. Charles H. Lowery of Baltimore and two sisters. Interment in Merion Cemetery, Philadelphia, Pa. GRANTED A DIVORCE Mrs. Nellie Ringgold Stewart was granted an absolute divorce from her husband, Henry C. Stewart in Circuit Court, No. 2, March 11. 1915 through her attorney, Harry B. Wolfe; also authority to resume her maiden name, Miss Nellie Ringgold. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. Julia Johnson, 2132 Division street, who has been seriously ill at her home for the past eleven weeks is convalescent, and hopes to be out within the next ten days. She begs to extend a word of thanks to her many friends and relatives for their kind attention during that trying period. The family feels as though it was a debt of gratitude to Dr. Edw. J. Wheatley and Miss Edna M. Jackson, trained nurse, whose mighty efforts are largely responsible for her recovery. Miss Eva O. Johnson gave a handsomely arranged dinner Tuesday evening, March 9th. at the home of her aunt, Mrs. Laura V. Movie, 1630 Druid Hill avenue, in honor of the Rev. Dr. and Mrs. H. W. Lewis, formerly of Washington now pastor of Handy Memorial Church. Covers were laid for six with all the delicacies of the season. The color scheme was green. The evening was pleasantly spent with vocal and instrumental music. The invited guests were Mr. Max H. Dorsey, Mr. Clayton H. Figgs and Mrs. Mary F. Gray. Advertising God and His words: For ye see your calling, brethren how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called: But God hath chosen the foolish thing of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak thing of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to nought things that are: That no flesh should glory in his presence. I Corinthians, 1 chapter 26 to 29 verses. Mrs. Louisa R. Groomes, a watchman and servant of the Lord. Mrs. Sarah C. Powell and Miss Hattie Armstrong, of 709 Tessier street wishes to thank their many friends for their kindness and appreciation shown them during the long illness and sad bereavement of their dear mother, Mrs. Eyler and a leo thanking them for their floral tributes. SPORTS & ATHLETICS Before a large crowd of spectators that taxed the capacity of the large new armory of Orange, N. J. the Orange and Blue Machine of Lincoln University was humbled by Will Madden's Incorporators, of New York City, by a score of 32-14. The incorporators started scoring at the very beginning of the game, while Lincoln could not make a basket for at least the first ten minutes of play. The Lincoln layer were kept on the defensive during the entire game, trying to stop the swift onslaughts of the incorporators forwards. In the second half Lincoln braced themselves a bit and were more aggressive, and thru careful guarding held their opponents to 12 points while they scored 8. The Lincolnite were handicapped by the absence of their star forward, U. Young who was out of the game on account of blood poisoning. The game clery demonstrated the benefit that can be derived from a good coach. Lincoln has the making of a good team but needs the work of a master hand to develop its efficiency. Line-up: Lincoln—Young and Sumner, forwards; Patterson, c; Barnum, Truit, and Anderson, guards Incorpators—Williams and Perkinson, forwards; Cooper, c; Acocoe and Brown, guards. It is rumored that H. M Martin, the metropolitan and national hurdling champion, of the Smart Set A. C. of New York, will be a competitor in the meet to be held in this city next month. There is also probability that the two well-kpowa athletes, the Pinderhughes brothers, one of piano fame of this city, and the other a football fame, of Howard University will be entered for the same meet. The St. Michaels, (Md.) baseball team has organized for the season with the following line-up: H. Downs, c; G. Nichols, 3b; C. Gross, ss; H. Wilson, 1b; H Johns, 2b; J. Nichols, p; C. Daughterty, rf; S Wallace, cf; O. Downs, If; R. Nichols, p. James Colier, manager. The Colored Baseball League of the Eastern Shore will hold their firt meeting of the season in Princess Anne, Md., next Tuesday. Howard Morris of Princess Anne, president; and Mr. C. T. Wicks, of Crisfield, and a majority of the officers and members of the League are expected to be present. Philadelphia, March 13. Before a crowd of about 300 enthusiastic rooters the Y.M.C.A. boys or feated the St. Mary's Five of Baltimore, 44-14. The first five minutes of the game were extremely interesting as neither side scored during that period but after that the "Big" boys got together and began to pile up the points. The first half of the game was played under A. A. U. rules and it was during this period of the game that the Baltimore boys were expected to make their best showing. In this, however, they were handicapped by the referees lack of knowledge of the A. A. U. rule and although the referee tried to do his best his inability to correctly interpret the A. A. U. rules cost the Baltimore boys many points. The second half was played under Eastern League rules and was expected the Y. M. C. A. boys played all around the St. Mary's boys. The Y. M. C. A. ha one of the fastest teams in the East having defeated such teams as St. Christopher of New York. The Vandals f Atlantic City and Lincoln University and in order for the localoy to make a good showing against bhem, when they visit Baltimore it twill be necessary for them to get together and work hard. Line-up: St Mary's Y.M.C.A. Hayes f Trent Butler f Willis Hammond c Simpson Beamon g Hainey Armstead g Gould Referee Forkes, of Howard. Scorer Faulkner, Y.M.C.A. Mrs. Julia Butler of Philadelphia was called home to the sick bed of her mother, Mrs. Julia Gaddis of 545 W. Lanvale street. FOR RENT—2 rooms, 1308 N. Carey St. THE CRISIS A monthly magazine will be on sale each and every month. Agent, Fennell's Druggist, Druid Hill avenue & Biddle St., Baltimore, Md. BOOSTS AND KNOCKS In the midst of our preparation for the observance of "Health Week" it might be pertinent to ask a few questions about our own Provident Hospital. There seems, somehow or other to be a dearth of news concerning this institution. Now that the building has been renovated, is any money being raised to help pay for it? Is anybody outside of the Woman's Auxiliary sincerely interested in the hospital? What has become of the Citizen's Committee? I was "shamefully" lambasted last year for "meddling in things concerning the hospital that was no affair of mine." I am not going to put myself in the position that I can be lambasted again, I am simply going to ask the questions and leave it up to someone else to answer them. The activity which is being shown with reference to "health week" is certainly commendable, and it is to be hoped that every thing expected of it will be accomplished. It is also to be hoped that proper methods will be taken to follow up this movement until something tangible is accomplished. It is unfortunate that the Medical and Chirurgical Society and not the Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association were the first to realize the importance of Dr. Booker T. Washington's plan for a national "Health Week." On more than one occasion I have called attention to the holding of political meetings in churches. It certainly is strange that no movement is made to break it up. I had occasion to attend a political meeting in one of our churches recently (the first i, many years) and I was thoracically disgusted, hard as I am. Some of the language was of the vilest, and after the meeting a number of those present lighted their cigarettes and cigars not in the corridor, but up near the pulpit and in the very presence of the pastor of the church. One wonders why these things are countenanced in an intelligent community. If the officiary of these churches are to blame for this condition of affairs or if the preacher in charge is to blame, is of no consequence. Either or both should be made to feel the contempt of those among us who would at least stand for the purity of the House of God. In Memoriam In loving remembrance of our dear mother, daughter and sister, Lillie B. Jones, who died one year ago, March 16th, 1915. Her suffering ended with the day Yet lived she at its close, And breathed the long, long night away In statue like repose. But when the sun in all his state Illumined the eastern skies She passed thro Glory's morning gate And walked in Paradise. By her son, mother and sisters. In tender and loving remembrance of my dear wife, Lillie B. Jones, who died one year ago, March 16th, 1915. William Arthur Jones. In memory of Mrs. Martha A Butler, who departed this life two years ago, March 22, 1913. Loved in life in death remembered. By her son, A. Eugene Butler. CARDS OF THANKS We desire to thank our many friends for their kind words of sympathy and floral tributes during the illness and sad bereavement of our dear sister and daughter, Irene Wills Lewis, who departed this life. March 8, 1915. God will take care of her. Mrs. Louisa Connor, 425 W. Hamburg street, who has been confined at her residence for the past four weeks is able to be out again and desires to thank the many visiting friends who so kindly remembered her during her illness. Also her attending physician Dr. R. M. Hall or his generous treatment during the severe attack of pneumonia. The people need to hear the kind of sermons on health and thrift that are being preached from the pulpit of Ames Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, corner Carey and Baker streets. Sunday nights by prominent and successful laymen. The second of the series will be delivered this Sunday night by Dr. Benjamin F. Browne from the subject "Some diseases that come from bad teeth," it will be a pulling and filling message. The doors will open at 7:15 and only 1500 persons will be admitted, the early comers will get the best seats. All seats are free. Children and all are invited to this meeting. The Man who is a friend to all VOTE FOR 4 o . rn ya LEON 8. ROBINSON, Republican | X Candidate for First Branch City Council, 14th Ward Subject to Republican Primaries April 6 Headquarters 1610 Pennsylvania Avenue Meeting at Headquarters Wednesday night 5 — MEN’S MEETING Y M. C. A. and Bachelor’s Adult Bibie Class Metropolitan M. E. Church 3 P.M., March 21st Speakers:—-Rev. W. W. HOLT. Subject: ‘The Master Spirit” S, S. BOOKER, Subject: ‘The Boy.”” MEN ONLY SPECIAL MUSIC TheMadison St. Presbyterian Church RALLY ——AND-—— TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF PASTOR Services Sunday, March 2 Ist | Sunday, March 21, 11 a. m., Dr. Francis J. Grimke, 16th Street Presbyterian Church, Washington, D. C. 4p. m., Sacred Recital by choir and Addresses by Mr. Roscoe Mitchell, Supt. Sunday School, and Mr. J. A. B. Callis, Presi- dent Men’s Association. Public Cordially Invited to all Services _ George E, Frey, Clerk of Session Rev. L. Z. Johnson, D.D., Pastor FIRST ANNUAL Under auspices of the Maryland Colored Public Health Conference In colloboration with the Md. Medical and Chirurgical Faculty. IN BETHEL A.M. E. CHURCH Wed., Thu., Fri., MARCH 24th, 25th, 26th SPEAKERS 7 His Excellency Gov. Goldsborough His Honor, Mayor Preston Councilman Cummings DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON DR. W. E. B. DuBois Dr, William H. Welch Dr. J. Hall Pleasants Dr. Nathan R. Gorter Dr, Emil Nova ADMISSION FREE os Great Fair of Allied Nations MARCH 15 TO 25 _ AT. SHARP STREET MEM. M. E. CHURCH Distinguished Rulers in Royal Attire. "Gorgeous Decorations, Martial Music, Delightful Amusements, Attractive Booths with every- thing that appeals to eye and appetite. on Sale 3 INTERESTING PROGRAM EACH NIGHE Admission, 10 Cents: Children under 12 yrs., 5 Cents % Rey. M. J. Naylor, Pastor. beac 2 agen A DENTIST IN THE PULPIT qith a pulling and filling message. You need to hear this sermon. ‘The Mood of the series of lay Fermons zeiT be, preached from the pulpit Fy ames Memorial Methodist Epis. topal Cavech, corner Carey and Baker streets this Suaday, March diet at S p.m, by Benjamin F. Browre, DO. $. frm the subject “ome diseases that comes from bad teeth.” ‘The deors wi] open at 7:15 and when firteen hucayed persons ere in the caureh the ushers will be instructed not to admit eny others. You are advised lo come early. All seats are free. Rev, 4. 1. Mitehell, Paszor. a ae SES IES ak Be ee ree aes ee ree a) Sone ar ana fee pee oA ae eer Bsa eee | ee reek bane na aa ; BS cc ones Tae ees a a aise aN iy oor ne Rc ca cca aaa Re ee eee Rein ee ea oe SEZ en ee ‘worth League. William Fowler, auperiniendent of Sunday School. Mary Fowler, secretary. Season tickets 10 cent. Single tickets 3 gents. Rev S RB. Hughes, pastor. W. H. Jones of 441 W Biddle street, the well known artist and vice president ef the Washington Supply compauy,jwho has been con- fined to his home by illness for the last seven weeks, is able to be out again and will be around on duty Monday, March 22, WILL DIRECT. MUSICAL ORGANIZATION Mr. Eubie Blake has resigned from the rathskeller trio of Reid, Stafford andgBlske and will remain in the city this summer to look after interests of the great new musical crganization known as the Marcato Musical Club, which made such a big success at the recent dance given hy the Tea Rose Social a Galilean Fishermen Hall. Engegements for this orchestra can be made 'y calling at 1530 BE. Madison street or phone Wolfe 5197 Y. Mr. Bake has recently composed the Fizz Water Trott, Chevey Chase Pox Trot, which are causing much favorable comment in New York. GALILEE G BM. &. SRURUA Mount St... between Baker and Presbury Sts. tev, We David Woed, Pastor Sur day, March 2kst . in, Special Sermon by Rev. Wesiey Alton. p. m., Snnday School. m., Pastor, congregation and Lil! worship at Handy Chapel A. chorch p. m., At Allen Chapel A, M. E. m.. Epworth League. m., Sermon by Rev. Wilson, ANNUAL WOMEN’S DAY SERVICE | Sunday, March 21, 1915 Trinity A. M. E, Church ’ Linden Avenue and Biddle Street, under auspices of all the Organiations of the church. | A special program will be rendered at 11a. m., 3 and 8 p.m. by! prominent women speakers, Mr. Edith Brooks, Mrs. Virginia Law- szn, Mrs. D. G. Mack, Mrs. Hannah Smith, Mrs. Annie R, H Mil. ler, AtSp. m. Mrs, Bessie B. Anderson, State Deputy of I. 0. of St. Luke of Washington, D. C., and State of Maryland, will be the speaker of the evening. Music by the Female Choir under the direction of Mme. Maud Gross. Please return your envelope.. Mrs. Bettie Bell, Chair. _ Miss Annie L, Martin, See Rev. §. M. Johnson, D. D., Pastor in-2t, ladies of Centennial M. ©. will hold a mack conference day, March 22, at 8p. m. Jennie Ross will preside. hission 10 centa. . N. M. Carroll, D.D., pastor . Maggie Cooper Gibson, ary. THE NAZARENE * eunn CANTATA... Will be ziven under the auspices of the Senior Choir of St. John’s A. M. E. Church, Good Friday Evening, April 2, 1915, at 8.30 o’clock. Admissrun 15 c2ats...Mrs. Ida Costen, Director, Mrs. Annie Nicholas, Acecmpanist. Rev. J A. Briscoe, Pastor, in-8t CIAL SERVICES Sunday Ih 21st 4p. m., at Payne Me- fal A. M. E, Church under the ices of the Stewardesses. Rev. White of Penna Avenue A. Sacred Concert given by Mme. E.L Bruce The Oklahoma Song Bird Under the auspices of the Woman's Home Missionary Society Sunday, March 21st at 8.30 p. m. At St. PaulM. ©. Church cAddresses by Mrs. A.R.H.Miller and Mrs. S. B, Holmes Positively a Silver Offering at the Door Mrs, Rachel Wicks, President Mrs. M. J, Camper, Secretary Rev. 5. A. Virgil, Paster 4 Ml. E Zion Church will preach. A cordial invitation is extended to the stewardesses of the various churches 10 be present. Rev. J. G. Martin, pastor Mrs. Eliza Queen. president. \ drama ‘A COMMANDING POSITION’ AND OUR ANNUAL HOG KILLING” by tae Woman's Home Missionary Society “at St. Pavl M. E. Church. Thursday even- ing, March 25, 1915, Admission 10 cents, | Mrs. Rachel Wicks, president Rev. S. A. Virgil, pastor. oO FOURTH ANNUAL GIRLS’ DAY | . Under the Auspices of = ROSE BUDS AND CAMP FIRE GIRLS AF WATERS A.M. E. CHURCH SUNDAY, MARCH 28TH, 1915 Motto: “God is our trust, in Him is our refuge.” 11.00 a, m.—Sermon by Rev. Acquilla Brooks. i 3.00 Annual Thanksgiving Anniversary « vice of Kaights of Pythians . George A. .Watly, Grand Caancellor. 5.45 p. m.—-A.-G. E. League by the Girls. ‘ 7.80 pm. —Platform meeting, good choir music, prominent speakers. Miss Magnolia Williams, Pres Mrs, M. C. Bantum, Directress Rev. A. L. Gaines, Pastor 2t TN Dp Sacred Concert--Madam E. L. Bruce The Oklahoma Song Bird will appear at Sharp St. Mem. Hf. E Church, on Sunday evening, March 2ist at § p. m., under the aurr‘res of N. Mu. Carroll Chapter Epworth League. Silver offering at the roar. Mrs, Helen Muse, Pres. ~ Mr, Allen Brown, Pres. 4th Department.’ Rev. M. J. Naylor, Pastor. Oe al Ae EE a s 29 “The Seven Last Words of Christ” | A Saered Cantata for Solo, Chorus and Orchestra Mosie by ‘f. H. Dubvis | , AT TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH | ___Linden Ave, and Biddle Sts. : GOOD FRIDAY NIGHT, APRIL 2nd, 1915, at 7.30 p. m. Positively a S-Iver Offering at the Door Mr. W. Llewelyn Wilson, Organist. Mme. Maud Gross, Directress Rev. S. M. Johnson, Pastor 2tin ———— | In Bethel A. M. E. Church Good Friday Eve., April 2nd Under the auspices of the Choir Mr. J. Maurice Butler, Tenor Mr. Nelson Tunstall, Baritone J. W- Brown, Director POSITIVELY A SILVER OFFERING Charfes E, Dungee, Organist H. Y. Johnson, Asst. Organist | Rev. L. S. Flagg, Pastor FIRST SPECIAL SERVICE By the Adnlt Bible Classes of Allen A. M. ES. S., Lexington & Carlton Sts, Sunday. March 2ist, 1915 at 2 o’clock sharp Prof, John R. Hawkins, of Washington, Financial Secretary of the A. M. E. Church will be the principal speaker Mr. George S. Whyte. Supt. of the Baltimore District, will preside The Bible Classes of all Sunday Schools are cordially invited to te present Good Singing and Orchestra Howard D. Brent, Superintendent Rev. P. J. Jordan, Pastor 7 THIRD Union Sacred Concert and Song Service Sharp St. Mem. M. £. Church Choir, “> **pirciert" Ebenezer @. M. E. Church Choir, “ tiress:""" At Ebenezer A. M. BE. Church Sunday, March 21st at 8 P.M. Silver Offering, The service will consist_ entirely of the * Original Negro Félk-Songs Rev. I. N. Ross, D.D., Pastor 7 NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE ALL HEROINES OF JERICHO Are hereby notified thatthe Annual Palm Sunday Services will be held at St. John's A, M. E. Church, Lexington St., March 28th at 7.30 o’clock. Please meetin lecture room of church at 6.30 p.m. Medota Buckinghom. Chairman Mary Carroll, Secretary FRANK L. ROBINSON Paving and Cement Work of all Kinds 1444 BLOCK STREET - No tpt Atte PRONE Wout Wi Mi Thanking sou fortes arama ‘soliciting a share of your patronage, 1am YOU VER Uy OBINSON “MUSICAL ALLEGORY The Lyric, May 14, mr. &. &. Toomey, Director = AFRO-AMERICAN LEDCER etcetera ee eee CHURCRNOTIC#S | FIRST COLORED | INDOOR" ATHLETIC MEET. | ST. MARY’S ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION | | AT THE OLD FIFTH REGIMENT ARMORY | ! Over Richmond Market % Saturday, April 10th, 1915 at 8 PM Entry blanks cm hy secured atthe Afro.American Ledger Olfice ‘The Colored High Scheol and St. Mary's Hall All entry blinks must Le received hefore April rd, 1913 GENERAL ADMISSION 25 CENTS. SHARP ST. MEM. M. b. CHURUE Dolphin and Etting Streets Rev. M. .J. Naylor, D. D., Pastor 10.4. m,, Bible Class. lla. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 280 p m., sunday School Milton Dorsey, Supt 4 p.m. Brotherhood bible Class. Jos. H. Lockerman, Teacher. ' 4.30 p.m, Epworth League. 8p, m., Sacred convert by Mae, 1. E. Bruee, the Oklshoma cong Bird. Silver offering at the door. JOUN WESLEY a. £. CHURUH ‘Sharp and siuntgomery Sts, ‘Kev. Jernest Lyon, Pastor 11a, m., Sermon by the Pastor. 3p. ny, Services under: the auspices of the Brotherhood. ‘Ty be addressed by state's Attorney Broeuing, subject: “fhe wrotherhood "” All men are in- vited. ‘I've ushers of John Wesley 6i. E. Churen will mave charge of the seet- ing. ‘The Buy Scouts wit act as an e3- cort, 8 p. im., Sermon by David A. Wilson. Music by the Aiphian Singing Circle. WilatCuar MB, CUUROL, Franiclin and Pine Sts.,‘*King’s Hill” Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor Kesidenee: 618 Dolphin Street epee A Nepean 7 ee AE Ne Og a A, RC the Castor, choir. and congregation will visit Allen A.M. E, Church this Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. Young will preach on ‘'The «sook of the Seven Seals.’” J1a.m., Stranger. 3.00 p. m., Sunday Schoo}. L 6.00 p m., Missionary Rally in main auditorium, under auspices of the Ep worth League. Address by Rev. Wm. Baldwin. ‘'homas Johnson, Pres. p.m., Rev J. Monroe will preach to youne converts ef Morgan College. Everybody weleame. : W. U, Tongue, Supt,, Thos. H. Johnson, Pres: &. L. AMES MEMORIAL M. E, CHURCP Carey and Baker streets Rev, A, J. Mitchell. Pastor Parsonage 1363 N- Calhoun St. 6.20--9.00 a.m. Class. Bros. Juane and Thompson, _ 11a. m.. Sermon by the Pastor. Sub- ject: ‘0 Great Confessfon.” 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Tt is grow. ing each Snnday. but *here is room for new and old scholars, Henry Johnson, Superintendent 5p. m., Junior League Sacred Uon- cert. Kerr's Orchestra Silver offer- ing. _ 8p.m., Lay Sermon by Dr. Ben- jamin (* Browne Subject: ‘*Some Diseases that Comes From Bad Teeth.” Bor Seouts every Tuesday night at 7.45 o'clock, Jeremiah Tasker, Com- mander. Children’s Church every Friday at 4.20 p. m. CENTENNIAL M.E CHU" H Caroline and Bank Sts. Rev. N. M. CARKOLI. D. 11 Pastor Stewards’ Rally. ~ Ia. m., Preaching by the Pastor. Subject: “Lea of Glass Mingled * ith Fire.” 2.80 p. m. Sunday School, Mrs. 5. J.C. Kalph, Supt 5.00 p. m, Epworth League, Sp m., Sermon by Riv. Aquila W. Brooks. All the members who have not paid will please report, Bring in all the envelopes ASBURY M E CHURUR Roger- Ave. and Lexington Street Rev. Geo. C. Curry, Pa tor 11a. m., Sermon by pastor. Sub- ject: ‘The’ Way, the Truth, the Bight.” 2,30 p. a, Sunday School. Mr, CT, -tewart, Supt 3p. m., Benevolent Raliy by the La dies Aid) Sermon by Rev, A. J. Gaines, of Waters A. M6. Church His choir and congregation will be present. ‘i 6.15 p. m., Epworth League, © Pro- grom by the Junio League Mr, Julian Koss, Pres. 8 p. m.. Sermon by the Pastor. ‘The public cordially invited to all these services. 1 BASTERN M. BE. CHURCL McElderry St. and Patterson 7 Park Ave. Rev. S. R. Hughes, a. M., Pastor. 11 a, m., Sefmon by Pastor. 1p. m., Bible Class. 2'p. m., Sunday school, 7p. m., Epworth League. . 8p. m., Sermon by lastor, subject: “The Seven Devils.” ‘Tuesday, wednesday and Thursday nights, preaching by Rev. Solomon Bedford, Si. MATTHEWS M. J. GHURCE E. 28rd Street Rev it. A. Green, Pastor ‘The King and Queen Rally. 11a m. Sermon by pastor or strange 2.30 p, m. Sunday School. : 3.20 Kev, M. Walliams, bis choir and band. 630 p. m. Epworth League. 8pm, Kev. A. W. Brooks. Please bring the envelopes with you with wame anuamount on back of en- Velope. Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt. Mra. Elizabeth Patter, 2 Pres, Ladies Aic Mrs, Elise Nail. Pres. BL. + Miss Iua Wiluams, Pres, Jr. EB. Le A@ ST. VAUL M. &, CHURCH Saratoga St., near Carey Rev. ». A. Virgil, D. D., Pastor La. m., The Call’to the Ministry. 2.30 p. m.. Susday School. Attend the Pastor's Bible Ulass. 3p. m., Suered Concert by Madame Bruce and a special program. 5p. m., Epworth League. Good pro: gram. 8p m., Woman's Home Missionary Society. Report on the Hogs’ Rally, Thurs- dey, March 26th, Ail are Welcome, * YW. GOA March 2ist,"19/5, 5.00 P.M. You are earnestly urged to join us. Reading, Mrs. E. P. Calloway. Good music.” Mrs, Melissa Minor, Chairman. Miss Charlotte Davage, Pres. Miss ©. &. Bright, Sec. ‘Mrs.-H. C. Smith, Gen'l Sec. I EES CHURCH NOTICES ST. JOHN’S a, MB. CHUROH Lexington St. near Vine Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Pastur 634 George Street Sunday. March 2ist Pastor still sick. Pulpit will be filled by some brethren of the Conference. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School, 6 p.m. Allen C. B. League ALLEN A, M. E, OUURCA Lexington and Carlton Sts Rev. P. J. Jordan, DD. Pastor Sunday, March 21th 11a, m., Sperial sermon by Rev. Al fred Young, bis choir and congrega- tion invited. Subject: “Book of the: Seven Seals. 2.80 p. m. Sunday School. At which time Prof. John ix. Hawking, financial secretary uf the A. M EB. Church will address the Adult Bible classes. . 3p. m,, Rey. W. W. Allea, choir and congregation “In the interest of the Parsonage Aid Pew Rally, Mrs. Lydia Lrown, res. 4,30 p. m., Allen C. E League. Good music ond a fine program. 7 S p, in.. The Afro-American Order of Owls wil turn out. We weleome atrangers from every- where. _ Wm, Butler, Pres. AC. B:L, . D. Brent, Supt. 8. S. BETRINITY A. Mf. CHORCHH Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. S. M. Johnson, D. D.. Pastor 6.90 a. m. Barly Meeting. *" "Charles ‘Turner, Leader Women’s Day Services all day. By request the Rev. S. Douglass Me- Duflie, of Cleaveland, Ohio, the noted Evangelist. whu converted 500 in ten days’ meeting. All are invited, Come, see and hear him. 2.30 p. m. Sabbath Schcol. 2 5 to6p.m., A.C.H, League, Special program. T J. Holliday, Supt. H. Albert Whittington. Pres, 4.C.8L, EBENEZER A, M. £. CHURDE - Montgomery St . near Charles Rev, 1. N. Ross, D. D., Pastor 7a, m., Class Meeting. 10a. m., Bibie Class. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. subs ject: “Profit and: Losa.”? 2.80 p, n., Sunday Sebool. 545 p m., Allen Bodeavor, 7.30 p. m., Sacred Concert by choirs of Ebenezer and Sharp St. Chureh, PAYNE MEM. 4.41.6, CHURCH Laurens and Ualhoun Streets Rev. James G. Martin, Pastor Parsonage 1160 Calhoun Street Sunday, March 2ist 1a, m. Sermon by Pastor 2.30 p,m, sunday Schvol. +p. m., Special Sermon by Rev. White, of Petina, Ave. 3. M. Is. Zion Chureb, accompanied by congregation an, choles aT sigh p.m. Allen C. E. League, Topi “Favoilte Books of the Bible and Why "Joho t:.-5: 21-20-25. 7.30 p. n:., sermon by Pastor. dames &. Neal. Supt. Nebennah Haughton, Vice (res. A. C. E Ly WATERS 4. M. B, CHUROB Aisquith St., near Orleans Kev, A. L. Gaines, 12, D., Pastor 11a. m., Sermo: by the Pastor 2.30 p. us, Sunday School. 3.0 p. 1. Sermon b. Rev. O, Edw? Beoxn, 1). D., postor St. Lnke Union A. ME. Chureh, St Luke choir and congregarion. 5.15 b. wi. Allen G. E, League. 3p. m,, Sacred Concert by the Young People’s Progressive Circle. Miss Mamie Woolford, President. Matthew Sloore, Supt. 1 W. Woodhoua. Sde’v.. WAY MAN MEM. A. M. B. CHURCH Carroll Street Rev. J. D. Jackson, D. D., Pastor “arsonage: 13%4 Corral St. Sunday, March 2lst—Stewards’ 4 Rully Day. 11a, m., Sermon by the Pastor, sub- ject: “‘etlowship.”” 230 p.m., Sabbath Sunday. E.G. Sorrell, Supt. 3.80 p. m., Sermen by Dr, 1. N. Rosa, of Ehenezer. His choir and. congrega- tion will be with us. 7p. m,, Class Meeting. W. S. John- son, le-ders 8p, m., Preaching by Brother Clif- ford Brown. Monday, March 22nd, Oantata, by the Juveniles of [. O. St. Luke, Mra. Alice Chaney, Matron. Admission 10 cents.. Refreshments on sale. CHRIST INSTITUTION. CHURCH Dr. G. W, Kennard, Pastor 11, m., Sermon by ‘Rev. W. 8, Jones 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8p.m.. Rev. Abrabam Hill, » All are invited. OS CILLIS MEM. MP. CHURCH Stockton St. near ‘V. Baltimore 3x. Rev. }. H. Knighi. Pastor. ‘Sunday, Maren 1ith, 1915 10 a. m. Class, 11a. m.. sermon by Rev. Watson. 2p. «, Sunday: School. 6.30 p. m_ Christian Endeavor, 8 p.m, Sermon by the Pastor. ‘All welcome to our new chureh Robert Johnson, Pres. C. B. 7 Tat Metenwan, Sv FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. & CHUR: H or. Orchard and Tessier Sts. Rev. L.C. Curtis, D 1)., Restor Parsonage, 1282 Argyle Ava. ‘Sunday, Murch ist Ta. m,, Sermon by the Pastor. 2:30 p. m. Sunday Schoo}. Edward T. Martin, Supt, 4p. m> Class meetiig. 7.3" p.m. l'reaching by the Pastor, Wedner day night clays. All are welcome to our services, Joseph Ricout, Sec’y . - C.He Hanley ‘treas, 3RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST _ CHURCH Droid:Hill:Ave, and Robert Bt, Gil’ Rodgers, Fastor. Sabbath (Saturday) Service * Sabbath School 10 a-'m. Predching service 11.30 a.m. Sunday, March 21st, 7 ‘p.m, The Brotherhood of the Churel will ‘be ‘ad. dressed by the. Pastor of. John ‘Wesley M. E. Church. Dr Ernest Lyons. 2.15-p.-m,;Sermon. Subject: ‘The Doctrine of 'Predestination. "25... J... Come and bring a friend, "7": All welcoine - All questions ‘answaréd, THE NEGRO IN NEW YORK POLITICS Both Democrats and Republicans Have Received a Fair Share of the "Spoils of Victory." New York, March 18.—The impending retirement of Charles W. Anderson as collector of internal revenue for the Wall Street brings to public attention the great influence that the Negro has wielded in New York politics since 1896. While it is true that President Cleveland named James C. Matthews, of Albany, N. Y., for the position of Recorder of Deeds at Washington in 1885, the United States Senate failed to confirm him and the late James Monroe Trotter, of Boston, was subsequently nominated and confirmed. In 1896, when the late Marcus A. Hanna began to scour the country for delegates for McKinley, a man named Sims, who ran a saloon in 35th street, was the leader among colored Republicans. Colored Democrats were then a very scarce article. After the nomination of McKinley, Bishop Arnett, Bishop Derricks, Wm. A. Pledger, of Georgia; Wright Cuney, of Texas; Robert Small, of South Carolina; Joseph Lee, of Florida; James W. Lewis, of Louisianna; James Hill, of Missisippi; Cyrus Field Adams, of Illinois, and Dr. Ernest Lyon, then pastor of St. Mark's M. E. Church, this city, were among the colored men named on the Republican annex. All of these men, except the last namd two, are now dead. After the election of Mr. McKinley, Edward E. Lee, then an ardent Republican, thought that some colored Republican of the North should be given the position of Register of the Treasury. He found out, however, that all of the prominent positions that colored men were to get had been promised Southerners. Blanche K. Bruce, a former United States Senator from Mississippi, was given the position of Register of the Treasury. Prof R. R. Wright, of Georgia, had been promised a big federal plum, and when Bruce died a year later the former's friends made an effort to land him the position. Judson W. Lyons was then a formidable candidate for the postmastership at Augusta, Ga., and in order to get him out of the fight he was appointed to succeed Mr. Bruce. At the outbreak of the Spanish American War, however, Prof. Wright was appointed a paymaster in the army with the rank of major. He soon gave up this position to return to the presidency of the State Colored College, at Savannah, Ga. Nearly all of the prominent colored politicians of the South were given prominent federal berths but none from the North were considered Edward E. Lee and his friends chafed under this exclusion of Northern Republicans. Richard Croker, then head of Tammany Hall knew Lee well. The latter confided to him that he was chagrined, and Mr. Croker advised that some of the Northern colored Republicans turn to be Democrats. Mr. Lee aggrand and what is now the United Colored Democracy became an actual fact. Among those that followed Lee into the Democratic camp was Rev. Daniel Wisher, then pastor of Olivet Baptist Church. Colored Democrats were then practically an unknown quantity in New York City and Mr. Wisher's stand split his congregation. The giving of fat jobs by Tammany Hall to colored Democrats is now a matter of history. During the administration of Theodore Roosevelt, as Governor of New York, Charles W. Anderson was given the position of State Supervisor of Racing, and thus began his rise to political prominence. Later Mr. Anderson was appointed by Colonel Roosevelt, then President, to the collectorship. That the latter has made an enviable record as collector of internal revenue, is evidenced by the letters congratulating his work as a public official. ALLEN CHURCH RENOVATED Both the main auditorium and the Sunday School room of Allen A. M. E. Church have been refrescoed. Twelve memorial windows have been placed in the church, which, with the frescoing, present a beautiful appearance. The pastor Rev. P. J. Jordan, has succeeded in reducing the church debt by more than $2,000 during the past three years. The mortgage on the patronage has been reduced to less than $400. FACTS AND FIGURES The latest publication of the Census Bureau indicates the percentage of African immigrants since 1899, over 14 years of age, who can neither read nor write, as 19 8. This is to say that one out of every five of the immigrants coming to the United States from the West Indies, South America and Africa is illiterate. When compared with the percent of illiterates among Scandinavian peoples, who are most literate of our foreign born population, one out of five appears tremendously large beside one in hundred sixty-seven, or 8 per cent, which is their percentage of illiteracy. Of the Hebrew immigrants tho, one out of every four cannot read or write, and the same proportion is true of the Greek. One-half of all Mexican and Turkish immigrants are illiterate; the Portuguese are most illiterate of all, only 2 out of every 3 can read or write.— In view of the fact that the act for the exclusion of Negro immigrants was recently before the country, it can be definitely shown now, that those who advocated the passage of such a bill were not actuated by the desire to keep the more ignorant foreigners from our shores. Speaking of statistics the membership of the religions denominations as they appeared in the press of the country during the past week afford an interesting comparison. The Roman Catholic Church leads in number of members with 13, 794,637. The Colored Baptists number 2,018,863 nearly as many as the Protestant Episcopal Church, with 1,015,238, and the Northern Baptist Convention (white), with 1,238,323 together. The membership of the A. M. E. Church is approximately half a million and the A. M. E. Zion Church even less, so that it seems fair to say, there are as many Negro Baptists as members of all other denominations. The Baptists represent 20 percent of the Negro population, the Catholics represent 16 percent of the white population, and it is to be remembered that a number of Catholics are colored; therefore the Colored Baptists can be said to be a distinctive denomination to a degree that applies to no other church in the country. The 310 students in the College of Arts and Sciences at Howard University, we learn come from 31 states, the West Indies and South America. The District of Columbia with the states massed around it i.e. Maryland Pennsylvania and Virginia contribute more than one-nail of the whole number. The District alone sends 95 students, Maryland comes second with 26, Virginia third with 23. Nearly one-fourth of the whole number is young women. Three factors it is said, determine the-geographical distribution of students in the college (1) the distance of the state from the District of Columbia; (2)the provision in the state for higher education and (3) the local provision for secondary education. C.J.M. COMING TO THE ORPHEUM "His Excellency the President," is the title of a new two-act musical comedy which Salem Tutt Whitney, the noted comedian, will star in at the head of the famous "Smart Set" Company this season. The production will be the attraction at Orpheum, week starting Monday March 22, with matinees daily, cake walking and dancing contests as extra features and from all accounts, should be the theatrical treat of the season. There are few artist before the public capable of entertaining as Mr. Whitney and his vehicle this year, it is said, is the best he has had during his years of service on the stage. Posing as a representative of a South American Republic, he goes on his merry way until exposed. The exposition is one of mirth for all concerned and is followed by a treat of laughter and applause. Blanche Thompson and Homer Tutt, two artists capable of amusing on their own account are also in the cast. New songs, new ideas, wholesome fun and plenty of action is the key note of the success of this wonderful and perannually popular organization. seats are now on sale at box office. Mrs. Emily Boyer, of 1124 Russell street, and her daughter, Mrs. R. D. Jennings, of Strasburg, Va., are visiting relatives on Kent Island: Mrs. Annie C. Molson and Miss Mareda Creditt, who were here to attend the funeral of their sister, Mrs. Addie Merchant, have returned to their home in Philadelphia. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER FIRST IN LINE For the Republican nomination for member of the First Branch of the City Council of Baltimore City from the Fourteenth Ward. republican nomination for men Branch of the City Council of from the Fourteenth Ward. Vote for One JUS C. BINSWANGER, REPUBLICAN J. DIEHL, REPUBLICAN MCMECHEN, REPUBLICAN ROBINSON, REPUBLICAN Tuesday, April 6, 1915, 6 a. m. t oon for new voters Monday, April noon to 10 p. m. TE your vote Tuesday, April ON MERE PROMISES? ELLIGENTLY and for PROVEN uncilman BINSWAN nation for member of the City Council of Baltimore Seventh Ward. for One RINGER, REPUBLICAN X PUBLICAN REPUBLICAN REPUBLICAN 6, 1915, 6 a. m. to 5 p. m. s Monday, April 5 from 12 10 p. m. Tuesday, April 5th, 1915 PROMISES? and for PROVEN ABILITY BINSWANGER AUGUSTUS C. BINSWANGER, REPUBLICAN X JULIUS F. DIEHL, REPUBLICAN G. W. F. McMECHEN, REPUBLICAN LEON B. ROBINSON, REPUBLICAN Election, Tuesday, April 6, 1915, 6 a. m. to 5 p. m. Registration for new voters Monday, April 5 from 12 noon to 10 p. m. ducing Tax Collector's commissions on State taxes 50 per cent; advocated Pure Milk Bill; champion for cheaper gas and electricity by opposing Natural Gas Ordinance with its electrical rider; introduced the original Star Spangled Banner Centennial Commission resolution; improved and more effective lighting advocated many public health and sanitary measures; Clean Food Ordinance, requiring edibels exposed for sale to be screened;old Storage, Law prohibiting misrepresentation of "storage eggs" and other storage foodstuffs as "fresh" products; hastened construction of sewers in the ward, making it possible to lay smooth pavements early. During the past four years almost this entire ward has secured smoothly paved streets; many alleys have been, and the balance are to be shortly, paved. Ordinance passed encouraging manufacturers by exempting from taxation all plants, tools and machinery used in manufacturing. Now advocating suspension bridge across Jones Falls near Lafayette avenue, connecting this section direct with Union Station; also about to open Robert street in a straight line through Pennsylvania avenue to Fremont avenue. EVERYBODY'S BEEN WAITING 2ND ANNUAL marathon Ra 5 MILES Under The Auspices of AFRO-AMERICAN LEDG Saturday May 1 BEEN WAITING FOR ANNUAL on Race LES Auspices of RICAN LEDGER May 15th AT 11.30 A. M. ILL START Park Heights and Belvedere Long Park Heights avenue and enter at the High Surface Reservoir, thru th rallel to Park Heights avenue, to Fulton , to McCulloh to Lafayette, to Druid H street to Eutaw crossing the line in fr can building. ABLE CUPS will be awarded to the win eraging the most points. Handsomely urded to the first 13 finishing after first Heights and Belvedere' avenue avenue and entering Druid the Reservoir, thru the Park by points avenue, to Fulton avenue to afayette, to Druid Hill avenue ing the line in, front of the awarded, to the winner and to points. Handsomely engraved finishing after first. RACE WILL START Park Heights and Belvedere avenue running along Park Heights avenue and entering Druid Hill Park at the High Surface Reservoir, thru the Park by the path parallel to Park Heights avenue, to Fulton avenue to Laurens st., to McCulloh to Lafayette, to Druid Hill avenue to Biddle street to Eutaw crossing the line in front of the Afro American building. VALUABLE CUPS will be awarded, to the winner and to the club averaging the most points. Handsomely engraved medals awarded to the first 13 finishing after first. THE RACE will have the official sanction of the Amateur Athletic Union of America, thereby barring all professional runners and giving national recognition to any records made. ALL CONTESTANTS must be 16 years old or over. Our-of-town runners are invited to compete. Fill out blank below and send to the SPORTING EDITOR AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER 628 N. EUTAW ST. TEMPORARY ENTRY BLANK hereby enter my name as a contestant in the Afro-Ameri-Ledger Marathon Race, Saturday, May 15, 1915. Street address.....City..... Have you ever run in any race before and if so, when, where and what was your record..... ADVERTISE WITH US ADVERTISE WITH US The Afro-American Ledger is one of the best advertising mediums in the city. For the Republican nomi First Branch of the City from the Fourth Vote f AUGUSTUS C. BINSWAN JULIUS F. DIEHL, REPU G. W. F. McMECHEN, RE LEON B. ROBINSON, RE Election, Tuesday, April Registration for new voten noon to Why WASTE your vote THEN MERE Vote INTELLIGENTLY a Councilman Augustus C. Binswanger is a lawyer, in active practice, 39 years of age, was educated in the public schools of Baltimore City, was graduated from Johns Hopkins University and Maryland School of Law and is author o, a legal work. Has cast his every ballot in the Fourteenth Ward, in which he has resided 24 years He has been active since his majority in behalf of the candidates and principles of the Republican party, as a worker, campaigner and organizer. He has been the floor leader of his party in the Council, and is a member of the most important committee in the City Council, the Ways and Means Committee He defeated M. Watts by about 300 in 1907 and M. Cronin by 900 in 1911, after vigorous primaries against ward executives and others, his majority being 665 in 1911. Among the many measures which he has advocated and secured the passage of may be mentioned many in the interest of labor and the general welfare of the citizens of this city. He drafted and assisted the passage of the ordinance requiring contractors to give full wages to laborers without any deductions, saved every taxpayer money since 1909 by ordinance re- WHAT EVERYBODY'S 2ND AN Maratho 5 MI Under The THE AFRO-AME Saturday RACE WILL START Park I running along Park Heights Hill Park at the High Surfa the path parallel to Park Heigh Laurens st., to McCulloh to L to Biddle street to Eutaw cross Afro American building. VALUABLE CUPS will be the club averaging the most medals awarded to the first 13 H. V. 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J. ```markdown ``` May Reveal Something of Importance to You A WONDERFUL HAIR DRESSING AND GROWER 1,000 Agents. Good Money Made. BALTIMORE. MD NEWS FROM OUR CORRESPONDENTS SNOW HILL JOTTINGS Snow Hill, Md., March 18.—Mr. James Purnell and Miss Sadie Massey were married Tuesday night by Rev. E. J. Henry, at the home of the bride's mother. Mrs. Viola Bird Heath was the guest of Mrs. Priscilla Warwick, and Miss Florence Dashields. Mr. John Ginn, and Mr. John Purnell spent a few days visiting friends in Johnson's Neck this week. The Lincoln's Memorial Literary Association rendered a very fine program at Mt. Zion Baptist Church Thursday night. Rev. Thomas, of Whaleville preached at Mt. Wesley M. E. Church Sunday morning and afternoon and at Ebenezer M. E. Church at night. Rev. J. W. Jewett, is pastor of the churches. Mr. Lloyd Costin nad Miss Mabel Robbins were married Wednesday night at the bride's home. WINCHESTER HAPPENINGS Winchester, Va., March 18.—The ladies of John Mann M. E. Chruch gave a pink tea Friday night under the direction of Mrs. A. P. Shaw. A splendid program was rendered. Rev. A. P. Shaw preached at Shephardtown and Charlestown, W.Va., Sunday. His pulpit was filled by Revs. J. D Browne and J. N. Yearwood respectively of Sherpherdstown and Charlestown, W.Va. The Juvenile Missionary Society under the presidency of Miss Lucy E. Parker, gave a sacred concert Sunday night at St. Paul A. M. E. Church, which by all present was consided to be the best program ever given by the children of St. Paul Church. The little one's choir of 32 voices under the direction of Rev. J. Luther Martin sang beautifully, Mrs Hattie Evans Bell and Miss Eliza Carter assisted Miss Parker. Master Kenneth Bell received a Bible for soliciting the largest contribution $8.40. Rev. W. W. Robert preached the annual sermon in the morning. Rev. J. W. Norris, presiding elder of the Hagerstown district, Baltimore A. M. E. Conference preached a powerful sermon at St. Paul Church, Monday night. His lecture Tuesday on"The Ethiopian's place in History and their Contribution to the World's Civilization. The Hamite, the Negro," was one of the best prepared and delivered lecture ever heard in Winchester. Dr. Norris' arguments were irreputable and he is to be commended for such a research of history relative to the Negro. PRINCESS ANN NOTES Princess Anne, Md., March 18. Rev. J. U. King ereached to a large congregation at Metropolitan M. E. Church Sunday morning. In the afternoon he filled the pulpit at Allen A. M. E. Church. Ralph Waters has gone to Philadelphia. Miss Viola Bird, daughter of the late Prof. B. O. Bird, is in the city. I. H. Nutter, a former resident here, now a practicing attorney in Atlantic City, was a recent visitor here. Miss Julia Dennis, daughter of John L. Dennis, died Sunday. Mrs. Leah Hayman, of Cordova, suffered a paralytic stroke Tuesday Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Dryden were the guests of Mrs. Caroline Fountain Sunday. Mrs. Emma Jones, of Habnab, was here visiting relatives. Mr. and Mrs. H. J. White have purchased the residence of Mrs. Jane Wilson. Miss Lottie Morris, of Orange, N. J., was here to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Morris. SALISBURY HAPPENINGS Salisbury, Md., March 18 —Circuit court is in session and many citizens from the rural sections are in attendance. The alleged rape case from Quantic is to be tried at this term. Zion Church was crowded Sunday night to hear Rev. J. S. Shaw preach his sermon on the "Origin of the Black Man." Woman's Day was celebrated at Whites Chapel, Sunday, Rev. L. D. Beachum, pastor. The audience was large and the collection was good. The supper at St. Lukes was well attended. No person left hungry for Rev. Durham and the committee made ample provision for all who tended. The Home and School League held its weekly meeting at the M. E. Church on Lake street. Prof. S. H. Long was the speaker of the evening. This was one of the largest meetings since its organization. Every section of our city represented and five teachers were in the audience. Mrs. Jane Conway has returned to Salisbury after an absence of two weeks. Mr. Arthur Winder continues to make the Epworth League meetings successful each Sunday evening. Invitations are out for the marriage of District Superintendent Rev. C. W. Pullett to Mrs. Hughes of Vienna, Md. On March 24, the reception will be held at Bridgeville, Del. Prof. Isaac Howard held a Mock Court Friday night for the benefit of the extension of his school. Mr. H. O. Pinkett left Wednesday to attend the Zion district conference at S. Media, Pa. At the services Sunday evening St. Paul congregation gave Rev. Shaw an unanimous vote to return as pastor the next year. Mr. Purnell Evans of S. Division street is out after an illness of several weeks. It will be encouraging to see more race pride among our people especially our young ladies who never attend uplifting affairs among their own people, but never miss a chance to be jim crowed among white people, and pay for it at that. CATONSVILLE NOTES Catonsville, Md., March 18.—Rev. Matthew Travers filled the pulpit at Grace A. M. E. Church and preached an able sermon. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Woodland are rejoicing over the birth of a daughter. Mr. Pitts and his two daughters and Miss Lucy Butler and others of Baltimore motored here Sunday and were the guests of Mr. Charles Woodland and his mother. Miss Jeroline Ray. Mrs. Isabella Curry, Mrs. Arnold Waters and Mr. Daniel Harris are on the sick list. The death of Mr. Henry Hall, who died Tuesday at the University Hospital was deeply mourned by all. Mrs. Georgia Murray. Mrs. Mariah Murray and Mrs. Samuel Ebb left here Wednesday to attend the Mite Missionary Convention at Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hodges of Howard county are residing at Mr. Moriah Murray's where they will remain all the summer. Miss Helen Harris, Mr. Samuel Thomas, Mrs. Mary Harris, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Torsell assisted in a literary program at Evergreen A. M. E Church, Carroll Sunday night. A company under the leadership of Mrs. Hattie Thomas and Mrs. Emma Randall are arranging to give a drama at Grace Church in the near future. SMOKY CITY NOTES. Pittsburg, Pa., March 18.—Miss Helen Miles, of 2721 Wylie avenue, who has been spending several days in Sisterville, W. Va., returned home Sunday. Among the marriages of the past week was that of Miss Esther G. Gilbert, daughter of Mr. and Mrs John T. Gilbert of Oakland and Marcus W. Newman, formerly of Washington. The ceremony was performed at the residence of Rev. C. Y. Trigg on Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Newman will reside at 213 Coltart street, Oakland. Miss Esther Calloway, of New York city was the house guest during the week of Mr. and Mrs. Archibald Purnell, of 120 Wylie avenue. Many social affairs were given in her honor during the week Mr. and Mrs. Human P. Socks entertained Thursday evening at their home in Elm street in honor of their house guests. Misses Edyth Thornton of Baltimore and Cathryn Bryan of Williamsport, Pa. A program of music was rendered and a fine luncheon followed. Covers were laid for 30. Miss Thornton and Miss Bryan left Saturday for their homes after three weeks' visit in this city. John A. Bates and Miss Mabel Beatty were joined in holy matriarchy at the Bethel parsonage last Monday morning at 10 o'clock in the presence of a few friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev. P. A. Scott. Mr. and Mrs. Bates will reside at 1535 Wylie avenue. Charles W. Toilser of Boyle street, Northside, left Tuesday for Chicago on a business trip. Robert B. Ringgold of Carrington street visited relatives in Mounessen, Pa., on Sunday last. Mrs. Elizabeth Plummer, the widow of the late Joseph Plummer of Catonsville, Md., who has spent the winter with her son, Walter Watson at 9 Harvard street, Everett Mass., is now visiting her sister-in-law, Mrs. R. L. Smart at 527 F street, Northeast, Washington, THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER SUNDAY SCHOOL. SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson XII.—First Quarter, For March 21, 1915. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, I Sam. xiv, 1-13. Memory Verse, 7—Golden Text, Rom. xiii, 12—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. Our first introduction to Jonathan, the son of Saul, is in chapter xiii, 2, where we find him the captain of a thousand men smiting a garrison of the Philistines and thus inciting them to gather against Israel in numbers as the sand which is on the seashore (xiii, 3-7), causing many in Israel to hide wherever they could—in caves, rocks, high places and in pits and to flee over Jordan, while those with Saul followed him with trembling. It was sad indeed and a reproach to God to have His people in such distress, but the fault was wholly with them. Let us lay it to heart that when believers are cast down or overcome instead of victorious it is a reproach to our God. Samuel had instructed Saul to wait at Gilgul seven days until he should come and offer sacrifices and show him what to do (chapter x, S). Saul waited seven days, but not quite the full time, and, as he said, forced himself and offered the burnt offering, and just he had finished Samuel came and reproved him and told him that his kingdom would not continue, but that the Lord had sought Him a man after His own heart (chapter xiii, S-14). Did you ever wait all but the time that would have brought the person or thing you expected and then grow restless and just missed it? If so you can probably sympathize somewhat with Saul. But next time wait more patiently and the full time, for, though He tarry, He will surely come in the fulness of time, whether it be for some deliverance in your daily life or to the air for us all. Jonathan is one of the most beautiful of all the characters in the Bible and his love for David one of the most beautiful of love stories—a rare man indeed, seemingly raised up by God to be a true friend and comfort to David. But we shall meet him again in our studies. In our lesson verses he is a real hero and, with his armor bearer, starts a wonderful deliverance for Israel. His reliance was on the Lord and his courage most unusual, for what could two men expect to do? He must have remembered Dent, xxiii, 30, and the assurance that one should chase a thousand and two put ten thousand to flight, for hear him encourage his armor bearer with the words. "It may be that the Lord will work for us, for there is no restraint to the Lord to save by many or by few" (verse 6). It may have been that he thought of the great deliverance by Gideon's three hundred (Judg. vii, 4, 7) and possibly Asa long afterward was encouraged by the remembrance of Jonathan (II Chron. xiv. 11). I have been personally strengthened and encouraged by each of these records and encouraged by each day in the kingdom to have good fellowship with Gideon and Jonathan and Asa and lots of others whose records have greatly helped me. Jonathan's helper must have had the same spirit as his master and greatly helped him with his good words, "Do all that is in thine heart; behold, I am with thee according to thy heart" (verse 7). They sought guidance of the Lord and received the token they asked for if He would have them go forward (verses 10, 12), so they bravely sealed the rocks, just these two, and the Lord wrought a victory and fought with them by a great earthquake (verses 13-15). When Saul and his men heard of the battle and the noise of victory they, with those who had been in hiding, took part in the defeat of the Philistines, and "so the Lord saved Israel that day" (verses 19-23). The rest of chapter six tells of what looks like a great mistake of Saul's, which caused much trouble and but for the interference of the people on behalf of Jonathan might have resulted in his death. Saul had evidently begun to go astray, as shown in his not waiting the full time appointed by Samuel and also in his receiving no answer from God when he asked counsel of Him. When one has ceased to be controlled by God there is no knowing what he may do, for if God is not controlling it is the devil. Even in the record of Simon Peter when he testified of our Lord, "Then art the Christ, the Son of the living God." Jesus said, "My Father who is in heaven revealed that to thee." In the same chapter it is recorded that Jesus had to say to him, "Get thee behind me Satan; thou art an offense unto me, for thou savors not the things that be of God, but those that be of men" (Matt. xvi. 16, 17, 23). The tongue is an unruly member, sometimes blessing and sometimes cursing, but this ought not to be to (Jas. iii. 410). There is one good thing written of Saul in chapter xiv. 35. He built an altar unto the Lord—his first one. It is also written that he delivered Israel out of the hands of them that spoiled them, but it is also written that there was sore war against the Philistines all the days of Saul (verses 48, 52). Contrast chapter vii. 13. "The hand of the Lord was against the Philistines all the days of Samuel." It was better for Israel under the rule of Samuel than under Saul, for Samuel was the Lord's representative, while Saul was given to them in answer to their cry for a king that they might be like other nations. Afro-American Business L. SMOTHERS Job Contractor REASONABLE PRICES I do house repairing: Plastering, Whitewashing, White-coating, Painting, Carpet-laying Small or Large Jobs Shop: 721 Baker Street JOHN A. BISHOP Funeral Director and Embalmer 1107 DRUID HILL AVE. C. & P. Phone Mt. Vernon 854 V. E. TONEY'S ROYAL DINING ROOM 1041 PENNA AVENUE "LOGGING BY THE DAY OR WEEK" Ice Cream Wholesale & Retail. Orders Prompt- ly Attended To. Phone Mad. 4888 Formerly 2101 Division Street WANTED AMBITIOUS. MEN To open Cleaning, Dyeing and Pressing Shop in every neighborhood. We teach you how. No capital or experience necessary. Full descriptive circular on application. Address Acme Novelly Co., Ltd., Box 45, Wilkes-Barre, Penna. Phone-4057-M Wilson & Coleman THE REX ...Dining Room and Cafe... 2233 Pennsylvania Avenue Near Baker Street First class service. Oysters and, sea food and game in season. Private parties, stays, etc., especially catered Open from 6:30 a. m; to 1 a. m. 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 For Pleasure or Profit OSMAN'S Palmistry Instructor tells all the Secrets of Palmistry. Price of complete instructions $10.00 and a LUCKY LODSTONE SCRIPT Also on sale 60% off. Spirit SCRIPT Great Gypsy Dream Book and Fortune Teller only 10 cents. The complete Dream Book and Fortune teller 25cents. Leo S. Osman 1625 Pennsylvania Ave. Balto., Md. SECOND-HAND CLOTHING Mme. Brown Wade, the largest and cheapest clothing house in N. W. Baltimore. Ladies' Coat Suits sizes 34 to 40 $1.25 to $7.00. Hats 25 cents to $1.50. Ladies' separate long coats, skirts, waists and short coats sold at low prices. Have one lot of Rummage sale for 25 cents on the first floor. You can find anything you may ask for, from hats to shoes. Men's suits separate coats and overcoats. Portiers and lace curtains all sold at reasonable prices. call and see them, open from 8 a. m. to 11 p. m., 2145 Division street or 1509 Druid Hill avenue. We Buy Your Antiques Such as old fenders, candlesticks andirons, old vases and all kinds of mahogany furniture paying a good price for same. Wm. H. Dodd 1131 Pennsylvania Avenue Dealer in new and second hand furniture stoves of all kinds, oil cloth, mattings and carpets. Packing and ship- ping la any part of city or country. Phone-Mt. Vernon 4010-M COLORED MAN RESCUES CAPITALIST Palm Beach, Fla., March 1.—While out fishing with a colored man, George W. Perkins, the well known New York capitalist, fell over board and would have been drowned had it not been that the colored man quickly rescued him. WILL HAVE LONGER SESSION Tuskegee Ala., March 9 — There has been a demand for the help which the teachers receive from the Tuskegee Institute Summer School, that the authorities have decided to run the school this year six weeks instead of four as in previous years. Petitions signed by large numbers of teachers throutout the South have recently reached the Institution urging this change. We understand that in making this change, better and larger facilities for original and permanent help can be offered to the teachers who attend. Mrs. Butler, cf [531 W. Cross street, is confined to her home by illness. Temperance Workers Field Institute. The first institute of the Women's Christian Temperance union was held under the musices of the combined Women's Christian Temperance unions and Loyal Temperance legions of Kings county in the Nazarene Congregational church in Brooklyn Wednesday, March 17. Three sessions were held, at which prominent and well informed speakers delivered addresses. Mrs. Sylvia A. Harris, state superintendent of the organization among colored people, presided. "EVERY DISEASE MAN IS HEIR TO" Is the expression so often heard and used in describing the troubles and complaints afflicting humanity. Many diseases are handed down to individuals from parent to parent, while again, through lack of training and knowledge, we acquire the germs of disease at first hand, and the process of destruction of the fine tissues of the body is begun, ending in misery and death. If you suffer from any wasting weakness—if you have any skin or blood disease pain in bones, red spots, sore throat and mouth, painful swellings, kidney and bladder complaints, inflammation, scaldings, stricture, gravel, organic weakness, weak back, varicose, lost vitality, impaired memory, swollen parts, discharges, or any disease resulting from indiscretions or workover—it matters not how long standing—be not discouraged because you have consulted other physicians and received no benefit. THE BALTIN IGREES WHERE OTHERS HAVE FAILED, and he SPECIALIST URES WHERE will cure you as sure as you go to h THE BALTIMORE SPECIAL special diseases of both sexes, and it quickly and permanently has arouse Specialists as well as doctors general NO INCURABLE CASES TAKE CONSULTATION FREE. All Diseases Treated.—Patients start rates. ....THE BALTIMORE 7 S. 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He declared that many men could be saved from a life of crime if they had some friend interested in their welfare. He mentioned instances that came to his attention as State's Attorney that brought home to him the necessity of the more fortunate in looking after the less fortunate. Mr. Broening will deliver an address at John Wesley Church, Montgomery and Sharp streets, this Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m., in which he will outline the purposes of the movement. SUGGESSEFUL QUEFEN'S RALLY As the result of the Queen's Rally held at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church on Tuesday evening, $204 was realized. A large number of persons were present. Miss Clemintine White, as Queen of America raised the highest amount, $39.60 and received the golden crown. Her lord chamberlain was Mr William H. Garrett. Mrs. Jennie H. Ross was the herald and announced the arrival of the various queens. Mrs. Annie Jones and Mrs. Mary Calloway are the presidents of the two organizations, under whose auspices the affair was given. Rev. I. N. Ross is the pastor of the church. CAPTAIN BROWN FINED FOR SPEEDING Capt. George W. Brown was speeding through Brooklyn, Md., the other day thinking of the new steamer Starlight, when unconsciously he let his machine out at a higher peed than the law allows. He appeared before Justice Fowler at Brooklyn Wednesday, and was mulcted ten dollars and costs for his forgetfullness. Fourteen white autoists were fined the same day. ST. BARNABAS MEN FIECT OFFICERS The men of St. Barnabas Catholic Church elected the following officers Thursday evening of last week: Major Charles E. Gladden, president; G. B. Maddox, vice president; Leonard Page, treasurer; George F. Blackistone, manager; John A. Parker, financial secretary; Martin Brown, recording secretary; Charles Montague, sergeant-at-arms; Rev. Charles A. Evere, chaplain; Samuel Williams, John Nichols, Charles Woodland, Butler Millard, Joseph Gonzales, Augustus Conkin and Willis Chandler, board of governors. PATRONS' CLUB HOLDS MEETING The Patrons' Club of School 109 Branch, Mt. Olivet Lane near Leeds street, held its monthly meeting Thursday evening of last week. A very interesting address was given by Mr. William H. McAbee, principal of School No. 100. After the address a collation was served to the members and their friends. Henry W. Ebb, president; Mrs. Emma Wilson, vice president; Miss Margaret L. Rusk, secretary; Mrs. Matilda Blanks, assistant secretary and Mrs. Sadie Lekeman, treasurer. For Sale or Rent A beautiful 2 story house, 1800 block of Division street in first class condition. Six rooms and bath, all private. New city sewer connections. Gr. $50. Apply 1415 Myrtle Avenue. FOR SALE—Be sure to see those beautiful three story homes in the 600 block W. Lafayette avenue. I have four more left. Call write or telephone Mad. 3664 Y. For further particulars apply to A. L. JOHNSON, 1415 Myrtle avenue. FOR SALE—2 story house, 1600 block Division street, hot water heat, electric lights, in fine condition, new city sewerage connections. For further particulars apply to Phone Mad. 3664 Y. 1415 Myrtle avenue. FOR SALE CHEAP-2 story home in 1600 block Pennsylvania avenue in good condition, only $50 cash, balance as rent. Apply to 1415 Myrtle avenue. FOR SALE One large three story house 200 block N. Mount street Price $1,000; terms $5 cash balance on easy terms. 8 rooms and bath. Rooms all private for further particulars apply to A. L. Johnson, 1415 Myrtle avenue. Phone Mad. 3664 y. FOR SALE CHEAP—3 story house in the 700 block Mosher street in fine condition now open for inspection. $100; cash balance as rent. Apply 1415 Myrtle avenue: Phone Mad. 3664 Y. Mrs. Peter A. Lawther of 628 Pitcher street, who has been confined to her home for three weeks with the pluerisy is greatly improved. Mrs. M. E. Sampson gave a card party in honor of her daughter, Mrs Louis W. Easley, of Washington, D. C. Mr. Theodore Watts, of 1301 Orlean street, who has been confined to his home for several weeks, is able to be out again. Jay Gould has given up the idea of going to Cuba to see the Johnson-Willard fight but will remain here until the latter part of April, when he will go to Canada. Mrs. Charles E. Gladden, of 205 Myrtle avenue, is able to be out after several week's illness. W. H. Vodery, the well producer, spent the past week in the city arranging two of his acts for local theaters. He expects to produce "The Oysterman" at a local theater in May. Mrs. George R. Walker, of 1137 N. Carey street, has left for Rockcastle College, Va., accompanying her younger son, Louis A., and on her return home will visit friends in Bouldengreen, Va., for two weeks. Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Richardson of 639 George street are rejoicing over the arrival of a fine eight pound baby girl on February 26. Both mother and daughter are doing well. Miss Sarah L. Stephenson, of 340 W. Biddle street is confined to her home by illness. Mrs. Ella Eckles of 1214 Etting street is quite sick at her home. Are You Hungry? For fine, appetizing meals, go to PRATT'S 827 Druid Hill avenue. Home cooking, polite service and everything in season. Everybody's doing it, why not you. EASTER MONEY Buy your Spring togs with our money and pay us back in small weekly installments To salaried people and houskeepers, lower than Legal Rates NO CHARGE unless loan is made CLARKE L. SMITH ...Attorney and Counsellor at Law.. 1805 DRUID HILL AVE. Practice in all the Courts. Special attention to Real Estate Transactions; Phone: Madison 1040 ```markdown ``` WE GUARANTEE OUR WORK AND DO IT PROMPTLY AND NEATLY INVESTIGATE Lot of satisfied Customers in every section of the city. Phone St. Paul 7557, or better send Postal for estimate STAR PLUMBING CO. 919 East Lombard Street REPIDENCE PHONE VERNON 6530 Money furnished for Sewer Connections Estimates Given. Sewers Installed. Work Guaranteed. Write, Phone or Call CARLOS C. JENNINGS General Collector & Insurance Agent OFFICE: 21 E. Saratoga St. Residence: 565 Presstman St. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER ```markdown ``` That beautiful strict secure your building s home Out in the open healthy and narrow s and no ground rents. extremely low for such Terms very easy, on a contract. Free ticket this property by apply we will send Agent w tails. PatapscoPai 106 LAW B beautiful strictly colored suit your building site for your Out in the open. Free free and narrow streets. Low ground rents. Prices at very low for such valuable property easy, on a broad and it. 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Admission The above cantata under the auspices mittee of Said Church All are cordially invited Charles Tolson, Superintendent I. N. ROSS, Annual Thanksgiving OF THE ORDER KNIGHTS OF Sunday, March 11 At Sharp St. Menlo Sermon by REV. A. C. GARDEN AND OFFERING Sunday, March 11 At Waters A. M. Sermon by REV. C. H. STEPTEAU The public is invited to worship GEORGE A. WATTER Attest JOSIAH DIGGS, Keen A Great Union Day AT SHARON BAPT Presstman and Sister Sunday Afternoon, March 11 Will you be one of the 999 men by at Sharon Baptist Church, to shine for men? We invite you. The Central Church and Sharon Baptist Church meeting for men, the first to be held on and the next to be held at Amherst The galleries will be set aside for services. Rev. W. M. Alexander and Reverend A SPECIAL CELEBRATION Given by the Joint Sect Easter Monday Night AT GALILEAN FISHERMAN KERR'S ORDINARY CARDS OF ADMISSION Refreshment C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M. James B. Mt. Auburn Entertaining Master Celebration by Ebenezer A. M. SUNDAY, APRIL 4 Special Sermon by Pastor. Musical and Literary Program by the Junior Depth and Cantata "A MORNING IN THE O officers and teachers of the Sunday School. The en- rendered under calcium lights. POSITIVELY MING. APRIL 5, Grand BROWNIE BAND O Primary Children. Admission 10 Cents. Refres- hive cantata under the auspices of the Ways and of Saved Church. All are cordially invited to attend Colson, Superintendent Miss H. B. Hicks, C. L. N. ROSS, PASTOR Special Thanksgiving Service OF THE ORDER OF RIGHTS OF PYTHIA N. A., S. A., E, A., A. & A. Day, March 21, 2.30 Sharp St. Mem. M. E. Chur REV. A. C. GARNER, of Washing AND ON Day, March 28, 2.30 At Waters A. M. E. Church REV. C. H. STEPTEAU, D D., of Wash- public is invited to worship with us. By GEORGE A. WATTY, grand Chancellor JOSIAH DIGGS, Keeper of Records and At Union Men's M SHARON BAPTIST CHURC Presstman and Stricker Sts. Afternoon, March 21st at 3.30 be one of the 999 men that will be present Baptist Church, to share in the great We invite you. The men of Ames Men and Sharon Baptist Church have united then, the first to be held at Sharon this S next to be held at Ames, Sunday, March series will be set aside for the Ladies at e M. Alexander and Rev. A. J. Mitchell, SPECIAL CELEBRATION AND RECEPTION Given by the Joint Stock Social No. 1 After Monday Night, April 5th, LILIEAN FISHERMEN'S AUDIT KERR'S OREHESTRA ADMISSION Refreshments on Sale Phone Madison 3224 M James F., Hall Auburn Marble 11 a. m., Special: Sermon by Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Musical and Literary Program by the Junior Department 7.30 Grand Cantata "A MORNING IN THE ORIENT" By the officers and teachers of the Sunday School. The entire program will be rendered under calcium lights. POSITIVELY A SILVER OFFERING. MONDAY. APRIL 5. Grand BROWNIE BAND CONCERT By the Primary Children. Admission 10 Cents. Refreshments Free. The above cantata under the auspices of the Ways and Means Committee of Said Church At Sharp St. Mem. M. E. Church Sermon by REV. A. C. GARNER, of Washington, D. C. AND ON Sermon by REV. C. H. STEPTEAU, D. D., of Washington, D. C. The public is invited to worship with us. By order GEORGE A. WATTY, urand Chancellor Attest JOSIAH DIGGS, Keeper of Records and Seal Sunday Afternoon, March 21st at 3.30 o'clock Will you be one of the 999 men that will be present next Sunday at Sharon Baptist Church, to share in the great Gospel Meeting for men? We invite you. The men of Anes Methodist Episcopal Church and Sharon Baptist Church have united in a great meeting for men, the first to be held at Sharon this Sunday afternoon and the next to be held at Ames, Sunday, March 28. 3.30 p.m. The galleries will be set aside for the Ladies at each of these services. A SPECIAL CELEBRATION AND RECEPTION C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M Special Prices On All Church Work Interior And Exterior Work..... Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. M Residence: 1216 Argyle Ave Events and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Day Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. M Residence: 1216 Argyle Ave. Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curling Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. Mantles. Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue THE PLACE PATAPSGO PARK My colored suburb to state for your future own. Free from un- streets. Low taxes Prices at present in valuable property. broad and liberal at any time to see ing at the office or with plats and all de- kLandCo. BUILDING BROW The May 29 Gr 1, Eastern Epw 6, The M 7, Galilea 10, Chorat 12, Fresh 13, Mercha 15, Founta 17, Allen 23, St. Pa 28, Carey G. N 30, St. Ma 4, Imperio 5, Furnit BALTIMORE, MD. Instructive by Ebenezer A. M. E. S. S. APRIL 4 from by the Junior Department INING IN THE ORIENT" Sunday School. The entire program its. POSITIVELY A SILVER BROWNIE BAND CONCERT on 10 Cents. Refreshments Free. of the Ways and Means Com- mitted to attend Miss H. B. Hicks, Chairman ASTOR Driving Services.. ORDER OF ST PYTHIAS A., A. & A. 21, 2.30 p.m. M. E. Church NER, of Washington, D. C. 28, 2.30 p.m. E. Church J. D. D., of Washington, D. C. ship with us. By order grand Chancellor Order of Records and Seal Men's Meeting STIST CHURCH Tricker Sts. on 21st at 3.30 o'clock that will be present next Sun- ure in the great Gospel Meet- men of Aines Methodist Epis- church have united in a great at Sharon this Sunday after- day, Sunday, March 28. 3.30 p.m. for the Ladies at each of these A. J. Mitchell, Pastors. N AND RECEPTION Stock Social No. 1 st, April 5th, 1915 MEN'S AUDITORIUM THESTRA 25 CENTS on Sale Hall Marble Co. Corner Posts and Curbing of All Kinds. Mantles. Argyle Avenue - THE SHIP BROWN'S GROVE AND THE NEW STR. STARLIGHT 1. Eastern M. E. Sunday School and Epworth League. 6. The Merry Chosen Few. 7. Gallilean Fishermen to Cambridge. 10. Choral Symphony Oratoria Society. 12. Fresh Air and Empty Stocking. 13. Merchants Club Waiter's Association. 15. Fountain's Baptist Church and S. S. 17. Allen A. M. E. Sunday School. 19. St. Paul M. E. Sunday School. 23. Carey Southern Star House No. 16, G. N. O. of B. S. S. & D. of jobs. 30. St. Mary's. First Sun day in May And every Sunday du Annual Opening, Young's Makes the Hair Long, gives scalp. One 25 cent. Scientifically pre- YOU Drudid Hill ONLY THE FENNELLE BEST AT We use only Pure and Fresh I Compounding. That's why Physician. If you are ill, let us compound your pres- PATENT MEDICINES AT CUT We will introduce our NEW P we allow you 5 per cent on your time you spend One Dollar with us your SALE CHECKS for they are WE WILL REDEEM C We Are Agents For MME. WALKER IT NEVER FAILS. PER BOX. 50C. W We Are Agents For OVERTON'S N Which we are selling in large quantities, It's fine. 25 and We send goods by PARCEL POST to any with us and be con FENN THE BUSY COR TEL MADISON 3322--Y Harvey R SANITARY P SEWERAGE Installation of Steam No Job Too Large. 1513 PRESSTMAN STREET JOHN H UNDERTAKER Complete $73.00 FUN A fine casket worth $65.00, in h highly polished oak or walnut outs, either black, gray or white, to ma- riages, new and up-to-date; fine bu advertise funeral, six pairs of glove after when desired. rugs, chair sete, This funeral cost elsewhere..... A fine casket worth $65.00, in black clot steel gray or white plaque highly polished jal or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired heart either black, gray or white, to match casket, as desired; six heated ear riages, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening gravestive funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, are often when desired. rugs, chair scee, all of the latest designs. GET IT AT..... Popular Prices Imperial Association. Furniture Men's Association. Union Baptist Sunday School. Eva Jenifer Neighborhood Club. Silver Spring Social. Patriarchie Drill. No. 9. G. U. D. of O. F. to Cambridge. Sharp Street. M. E. Sunday School. Sun day in May to Brown's Gro and every Sunday during the month of May Annual Opening, Thursday, May YOUNG's Hair Food The Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies scalp. One 25 cent can will convin. Scientifically prepared at— YOUNG'S PHARMACY, Drud Hill Avenue and Hoffman S FENNELL'S PHARMA Only Pure and Fresh Drugs and Chemicals in grounding. That's why we have the confidence cian. If you are ill, consult your Physician compound your prescription at a reasonable MEDICINES AT CUT PRICES, SATURDAY, introduce our NEW PROFIT SHARIN + SYSTEM you 5 per cent on your spendings. In other word pend One Dollar with us you get back five cents. CRECKS for they are worth saving. WE WILL REDEEM CHECKS EVERY MONDAY For MME. WALKERS WONDERFUL HAIR GRE ILS. PER BOX. 50C. WALKER'S SHAMPOO 50C. GLOSS s For OVERTON'S HIGH BROWN PREPARAT are selling in large quantities. Try their High Brown FACE PO ods by PARCEL POST to any part of the country with us and be convinced of our prices. FENNELL'S BUSY CORNER Druid Hill A at Bide DISON 3322--Y Harvey R. Williams SANITARY PLUMBING..... SEWERAGE CONNECTIONS Installation of Steam and Hot Water Heating No Job Too Large. Terms Arranged ESTMAN STREET BALTIMOR Annual Opening, Thursday, May 6 Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25 cent can will convin. Scientifically prepared at— YOUNG'S PHARMAC. Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street ONLY THE BEST AT FENNELL'S PHARMACY We use only Pure and Fresh Drugs and Chemicals in all our Compounding. That's why we have the confidence of your Physician. If you are ill, consult your Physician and let us compound your prescription at a reasonable price. We will introduce our NEW PROFIT SHARIN + SYSTEM whereby we allow you 5 per cent on your spendings. In other words every time you spend One Dollar with us you get back five cents. Ask for your SALE CHECKS for they are worth saving. WE WILL REDEEM CHECKS EVERY MONDAY We Are Agents For MME. WALKERS WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER IT NEVER FAILS. PER BOX. 50C. WALKER'S SHAMPOO 50C. GLOSSINE 35C. We Are Agents For OVERTON'S HIGH BROWN PREPARATIONS Which we are selling in large quantities. Try their High Brown FACE POWDERS It's fine. 25 and 50 cents a box. We send goods by PARCEL POST any part of the country. We invite you to deal with us and be convinced of our prices. Installation of Steam and Hot Water Heating No Job Too Large. Terms Arranged Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices JOHN H. OWENS ENDERTAKER @ EMBALMER complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Comp set worth $65.00, in black clot steel gray or w oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber- gray or white, to match casket, as desired; six and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, op- erated, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, can- trol, rugs, chair sette, all of the latest designs. ceral cost elsewhere. UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete STOKES and DERRY'S 1010 Druid Hill Avenue, Cor. Oxford DRUGS * 15. Macedonia Baptist Sunday School. 18. Star House No. 9. G. U. O.B. & S. of Jobs. 19. First Independent A. M. E. Church. 20. Sharon Baptist Sunday School. 21. Willing Workers of Ames 22. Trinity A. M. E. Sunday School. 23. Ebenezer Baptist Sunday School. 24. MOONLIGHTS. 1. Original Tea Rose 3. Silver Spring Social 10. Colmbus Circle, No. I 11. Few but Faithful Circle 14. Excelsior Lodge No. 6, K. of P. 17. Bethel Drill Corps No. 5, Calanthe K. of P., Perseverance Lodge No. 13. K. of P. 1. Brown's Circle 8. St. John's Court Heroines of Jersey Bury to Brown's Grove. During the month of May Thursday, May 6 Hair Food control of it and purifies the it can will convin. pared at— NG'S PHARMAC. Avenue and Hoffman Street S PHARMACY drugs and Chemicals in all our we have the confidence of your consult your Physician and description at a reasonable price. PRICES, SATURDAY, FEB. 6 OFIT SHARIN + SYSTEM whereby spendings. In other words every you get back five cents. Ask for worth saving. MECKS EVERY MONDAY WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER KELKER'S SHAMPOO 50C. GLOSSINE 35C. HIGH BROWN PREPARATION'S By their High Brown FACE POWDERS 50 cents hope. Heart of the country. We invite you to deal advanced of our prices. NELL'S NER Druid Hill Ave. at Biddle St. .. Williams CLUMBING..... CONNECTIONS and Hot Water Heating Terms Arranged BALTIMORE, MD. N. OWENS R & EMBALMER MERALS $75.00. Complete black clot steel gray or white plush dee case; beautiful rubber-tired heater ch casket, as desired; six heated car special robe, embalming, opening graves door crepe, candles, candelabra, are all of the latest designs. $136.00