The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER --- VOL. XXIII. NO. 39 THOUSANDS HEAR BOOKER T. IN GOTHAM THOUSANDS HEAR BOOKER T. IN GOTHAM Tuskegeean Delivers Four Remarkrble Addresses in Different Sections of Greater New York RACE MUST "SETTLE DOWN" Meetings Under The Auspices of National League on Urban Conditions Among Negroes New York, May 19.—More than 10,000 people heard Dr. Booker T. Washington's eloquent message of hope and cheer, delivered Sunday at four widely-scattered points in the course of a "whirlwind tour" of Greater New York, as a part of the campaign for the social and industrial uplift of the race, inaugurated by the National League on Urban Conditions Among Negroes. This organization, with an increasing membership, now extending throughout the country, is made up of influential men and women of both races, who are devoting their lives and means to better the condition of those of the Negro race who are endeavoring to work out their destiny in the cities, addressing itself in a practical fashion to the problems of social justice, improved housing conditions, better health, sanction, industrial training, encouraging business development and urging the patronage of Negro enterprises by the Negro masses, protection of young women who enter the cities as strangers relieving poverty and distress among the unfortunate, and fostering organizations that have to do with the general betterment and increased of the working elements of the Negro population in the urban centers of the nation. A: 4 o'clock 1,500 people flocked to the Abyssinian Baptist Church on 40th street to hear the eminent Tuskegean, and at night, the capacity of the Concord Baptist Church, Duffield street in Brooklyn, was taxed as never before with an audience of 1,500. Here the pastor Rev. W. M. Moss opened the meeting and presented Major R. R. Moton as the presiding officer of the evening. At the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the meeting was held under the auspices of the Young Women's Christian Association. Rev. R.C. Ransom presided, in the absence of Mrs. Emma S. Ransom, president of the Association, who was confined at her home by illness. Miss Emma Cabaniss, secretary of the Y. W. C. A., spoke on behalf of the organization and told of the plans for the new home that is soon to be erected. HEARTY RECEPTION AT THE PALACE CASINO The stellar meeting of the day was at the Palace Casino, and it was different from the rest only in point of magnitude. The appeal by Dr. Washington for civic righteousness at each point was much the same, yet adapted to the special needs of the locality or class to which it was meant to reach. Hon. Marcus M. Marks, president of the Borough of Manhattan, presided and his speech of introduction was a call for liberty of opportunity and social justice for all peoples. Dr. Washington's address here and elsewhere was of an intensely practical nature. He dealt frankly, directly and forcefully with the vital needs of the Negro people, lauding them for the marvelous progress they have made in fifty years of freedom, but pointing out in no uncertain terms the PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY IN THE INTEREST OF THE RACE. weaknesses and shortcomings that must be corrected where they can expect to reap the full measure of the success After praising the race in general for its achievements since emancipation and testifying to the worth and work of the enterprising citizenry of Greater New York and the ambition of the typical Gothamite to have the best of everything on earth, Dr. Washington said: "The Negro must settle down somewhere and make himself a vital part of the community which he has selected as his place of abode. No race can succeed permanently that is always moving. The individual must choose whether he will live in the city or in the country, but wherever he decides to make his home, let him stay there and grow with the growth of that community and have a definite part in its development." He advocated education of every character, according to the bent and opportunities of the individual, but education should be for actual service, be it of the common school, the high school, college, university, professional, technical or industrial. "The best man is the man who can do the best—who makes the best of his time and talents for the service if humanity." This is the central purpose of the Urban League, and in the interest of which it is waging a warfare against idleness and unthrift. The music for the Palace Casino meeting was furnished by the Music Settlement Chorus of 100 voices and orchestra of fifty, under the direction of J. Rosamond Johnson. The rendition of Mr. Johnson's own composition "Southland" was one of the truly bright spots of the eventful day. SUPREME COUNCIL OF MASONS HOLDS SESSION Philadelphia, May 19.—The annual session of the United Supreme Council of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Jurisdiction of the United States was held at the Masonic Temple, South 11th street, last Friday. The most puissant overeign grand comamuder, J. Frank Richard, of Detroit, presided. Besides transacting a large amount of routine Business, officers were elected and Indianapolis chosen as the next place of meeting. J. H. Murphy, of Baltimore, imperial potentate of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Temple of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, was among the visitors introduced. Other visitors included: C. E. Dunlap, Indianapolis; J. M. Morris, Minneapolis; William Oscar Payne, Henry A. Spencer, John J. T. Jackson and James McCadden, all of New York; John J. Jones, Massachusetts; W. J. Hargett, Connecticut; Rev. F. T. M. Webster, Hon. W. W. F. Powell, James W. Allison and W. F. Miller, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The following officers were elected: J. Frank Richards, Detroit, most puissant sovereign grand commander; R. E. Moore, Chicago, lieutenant sovereign grand commander; Dr. S. A. Furniss, Indianapolis, grand minister of state, and William A. Miller grand secretary general, H. E. ASKING FOR HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk, Va., May 19.—A delegation of prominent colored citizens appeared before the School Board last Tuesday to urge the establishment of a high school. The spokesman was P. B. Young, editor of the Norfolk Journal and Guide. He said that the colored people composed one-third of the total population, paid taxes on a considerable amount of property and that nearly 200 pupils will have no facilities for advanced education when they finish the grammar school course next month. BALTIMORE, SATURDAY, MAY 22, 1915 MASONS IN COURT AGAIN Judge Gorter in the Baltimore City Court, signed today an Order in the Mandamus case of John H. Murphy vs. Masonic Grand Lodge of Maryland, Joseph P. Evans, its Grand Master, George T. Duppin, its Grand Secretary, and Enterprise Lodge No. 3, subordinate Lodge under the jurisdiction of said incorporated Grand Lodge, Howard Fitzhugh, Master; James F. Fessenton, Treasurer, and Charles R. Smith, Secretary, Officials of subordinate Lodge. The case is set for Wednesday, May 27th, at 12 o'clock noon. John H. Murphy, Petitioner, who has been a member of the Order since 1873, and who is seventy-five years of age, alleges that he has filled almost all the chairs in the Grand Lodge of the Masonic Order, and a short while ago, and for a long time prior, was Imperial Potentate of the Order of Mystic Shriners, which is composed of the Thirty-second Degree Masons and Knights Templar. The allegation is made that on Tuesday, May 18th, at a meeting of the Subordinate Lodge, of which the Petitioner was a member, he said Evans was present in the capacity of an ordinary member: that during the regular procedure of business, a report of a committee was had in reference to certain business, and subsequently the Petitioner obtained permission of the said Fitzhugh Master of his Lodge, to withdraw from the session. That while the Petitioner was leaving the said Lodge room at the Temple on Courtland street, between Saratoga and Pleasant streets, it is charged that said Grand Master, without legal justification or excuse, suspended the Petitioner, in the presence of the Lodge, and of its visiting members. No explanation was made to the Petitioner or reason given for said suspension, nor can the Petitioner allege any cause for the same. The Petitioner charges that the action of the Grand Master deprives him of all rights and privileges in the Order, including his office as Imperial Potentate, and specia, damage will inure to the Petitioner unless the Court compel his immediate restatement. The Grand Lodge will not meet until the third week in August, next, and no determination can be had by the Petitioner until sometime subsequent to the meeting of the Grand Lodge. The Petitioner's suspension was followed by his forceful expulsion, and he alleges that the entire proceedings were irregular, wholly unwarranted, and invalid under every rule and By-law of the Order. Augustus C. Binswanger, and Warner T. McGuinn are attorneys for Mr. Murphy. The suit is another of a number of controversies which have recently engaged the attention of the lower courts in Baltimore City, and the allegations made in the petition are similar to those which have been made against the illegal and unlawful acts of the Grand Officers of the Masonic Fraternity. The order signed by Judge Gorter requires all the Respondens to show cause on or before May 26th, at 10 o'clock a.m., why the Writ of Mandamus should not be issued as prayed for by Mr. Murphy. Mrs. Corlett H. Thomas, of 639 Pitcher street, paid a short visit to her sister, Mrs. G. H. Dorsey, of Philadelphia. She was accompanied by her daughters. DEATH OF AN INDUSTRIOUS YOUNG BUSINESS MAN Salem, N. J.,—Arthur H. Watson, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Watson, departed this life Thursday morning about 25 minutes of 6 May 13; age 32 years, 10 months and 13 days. He died in full belief exclaiming full friendship with God. The last words before his death "The Lord is my friend." Ee was well thought of by all. His Commercial Life. He was industrious and was engaged in tobacco business for about two years, having a store on one of the prominent sections of Salem. All of the white and colored citizens of this vicinity join in sympathy with the family. With many beautiful flowers services were conducted by the Rev. A. A. Collins, of Mt. Pisga A.M.E, church, assisted by Rev. D. H. Hargis, Rev. Holly. He leaves behind, mother and father; four brothers, William, Julius, Charles and Roscoe; aunts and uncles and many relatives and a host of friends. Roy Allen, funeral director. Interment was in Mt. Pisga Cemetery CHICAGO MAYOR AGAINST MOVING PICTURE PLAY Chicago, Ill., May 20.—Mayor Thompson, the first Republican Mayor Chicago has had for a number of years, has made it known through the public press that Tom Dixon's "Birth of a Nation" will have no production in this city. He said he will use all power vested in his office as Mayor to stop this play. He had been informed that the play was an insult to the colored people of the country and he did not propose that any play of that kind should be exhibited in the city as long as he fills his present position. JUDGE AWARDS $80,000 TO COMMON-LAW WIFE Memphis, Tenn., May 16.—The courts have decided that Bettie Hicks and her eight children should have the $80,000 left by the white father of the children. Mrs. Hicks was the practical slave of the white man as well as his common-law wife, and it was proven that the children were all his without doubt. The mother and the children are densely ignorant and when found were working in the fields in overalls and male attire—the girls never having seen a petticoat. HOWARD COMMENCEMENT Washington, May 20.—The annual commencement exercises of Howard University will be held Wednesday, June 2nd, on the University campus. Hon. John Barrett, director general of the Pan-American Union, will be the orator of the day. MOTORED FROM PHILADELPHIA Dr. N. F. Mossell motored to the city from Philadelphia last Friday with a party including Mrs. Mossell and Misses Brown and Ernest of the Douglass Hospital and remained several days to represent that institution in the National Conference of Charities and Correction then in session. While here he was the guest of his sister, Mrs. Mary E. Denny, of 1915 Divison street. TRANKS TENDERED CAPT BROWN The School Board, through its secretary, John H Roach, sent a letter to Captain George W. Brown on last Thursday, thanking him for his tender of $50 for the purchase of a silver cup to be held by the school which produces the winner of the first medal in the Spelling Bee in the colored schools. PRICE THREE CENTS SHOULD FOSTER RACE LITERATURE Rev. D. W. Hays Urges That Pastors Set Apart Day For Exploiting Work of Ne Convinced of the imperative need of giving wider publicity to literary productions of colored writers, and aware that in futherance of this laudable end, the pulpit must take the lead, Dr. D. W. Hars, district superintendent of the Baltimore district of the Washington Conference suggests the propriety of setting apart, on a nearby Sabbath, at least one service in the various churches, at which time "Race literature: its history, achievement and prospects," shall be the theme of discourse. In speaking of the project to a representative of the Afro-American Ledger, Dr. Hays had the following to say: "A little reflection will show, I think, that nearly all our congregations need enlightenment on the subject. It is a lamentable fact that comparatively few of our people have seriously considered their obligation to encourage the efforts of those who are trying to serve their generation by the use of the press in one way or another. Indifference at this point, no doubt, makes it difficult for colored authors to find publishers willing to assume the responsibility of printing, thus keeping back matter which, in all probability would, if allowed to come to light, furnish both pleasure and profit to many persons, old and young. It is painful to recall that so few eminently deserving books placed upon the market by colored writers have passed into the second or third edition. If the works were without merit, this failure would not be matter for complaint, but such is not the case, judging by the testimony of able critics. Then, too, we are confronted with the very meger support given, in most instances, to our periodical publications. There are thousands of homes into which no colored newspaper is ever permitted to enter, unless by stealth. The great thoughts of our great men are chained in obscurity, when matter emenating from other scources, of far less value, and not infrequently tinged with racial disgement and insult, is paid for the accorded hospitable welcome. "If, after fifty years of freedom we are found without race literature of such intrinsic worth as to command the attention of intelligent readers in whatever station, it is a circumstance to be deplored. "I claim, however, we have succeeded in creating a literature of which we need not be ashamed. If the latter be true, let us commend it to the people, in the manner above suggested, or in some other more practical way." F. D. MORTON ACCEPT NEW POSITION Washington, May 17.—Mr. F. D. Morton has retired from his position as secretary to Assistant Secretary Roscoe Conklin Bruce, and has accepted the position as principal of the Manassas Industrial School, Manassas, Va. Mr. Morton succeeds Prof. W. J. Decatur. PROMINENT VISITORS ATTEND SESSION Cleveland, O., May 19.—Among the delegates here to attend the World Peace Congress last week was Dr. W. S. Scarborough, president of Wilberforce University. Dr. Scarborough took a keen interest in the proceedings and was warmly greeted by former President William H. Taft, John Hays Hammond and others. --- TESTIMONIAL BANQUET TO BE TENDEREN MESSRS. BROWN AND LANGLEY Plans are being completed for the testimonial banquet which will be tendered Messrs. George W. Brown and Waller H. Langley, proprietors of the Steamer Starlight, which will be held at the Pythian Castle Hall on Friday evening, May 28th, at 9 o'clock. A number of the most prominent men in the city have expressed their intention of subscribing and it is the intention of the committee to make it one of the largest and most representative affair of its kind ever given in the city. In order that the testimonial may be as representative of every class in the city as possible the subscription fee has been placed $1.00. The members of the committee in charge of the affair are: Messrs. George E. Hazelton, Thomas Hardy, John R. Goldsborough, Thaddeus Copeland, J. Edward Smith, Samuel D. Hayward, J. H. Murphy, Jr., George T. Brent, Percy T. Borron, John W. Rich, Walter Piaderhughes, and D. H. Murphy. Those who desire to obtain subscription cards may apply to any member of the committee or to Daniel H. Murphy, secretary. CHICAGO CITIZENS HONOR COUNCILMAN DE PRIEST Chicago, May 19.—Oscar De Priest, recently elected to the Board of Aldermen from the Second ward, was presented a handsome gold star studded with diamonds by colored citizens at the Institutional Church a few evenings ago. Edward D. Green, a former member of the legislature, was master of ceremonies. Addresses were delivered by R. R. Jackson and S. B. Turner, members of the legislature; S. A. T. Watkins, Judge Underwood, Dr. Brushington, Judge Mason, Thomas Wallace Swann, Edward Wright, C. A. Griffin, Rev. A. J. Carey, Morris Lewis, Dr. J. W. McDowell and George W. Ellis, who made the presentation address. Mr. DePriest made a fitting response to the showers of praise heaped upon him. DOVER CONFERENCE Dover, Del.. May 21.—A large number of visitors were present here today attending the ninety-ninth annual session of the Philadelphia Annual Conference. Among the number was a delegation from the Baltimore Annual Conference, which recently held its sessions in Baltimore Rev. Dr. D. G. Hill, made the fraternal address. The following delegates were elected to represent the conference at the Centennial General Conference which meets in Philadelphia, May of next year: Revs. R. J. Williams, J. H. Ringgold, G. E. Beren, J. C. Beckett, H. Y. Arnett, F. T. M. Webster, W. B. Williams, and J. R. Reed. Bishop Tyree presided. W. A. ALEXANDER BURIED Brooklyn, N. Y., May 19.—The funeral of Rev. W. A. Alexander, who died at St. John's Hospital last Wednesday, following two operations, was held here Monday. The deceased minister was born in Fayettesville, N. C. He received his theological training at Biddle University and was honored with Wilberforce University with the degree of doctor of divinity. He had served as moderator of the Brooklyn Presbyterian and represented that body in two General Assemblies. For the past 23 years he had been pastor of Siloam Presbyterian Church, this city. His wife, two daughters and two sons survive. THOUSANDS AT TURNER FUNERAL Atlanta,May 21.—In the presence of a vast concourse of people and just one day short of the thirty- fifth anniversary of his ordination asa bishop, the funeral of Bishop Henry M. Trroer, of the A. M. E. Church, was held at Big Bethel Church Wednesday. Those in at- tendance came from all sections. of the United States a.d Canada, and many had been aided by the dead prelate at some time or other in his long and eventful career. Those gathered in and around the church ineluded many Georgians, all sor- rowing at the death ot the man whose Jabors ment that all Georgia is dotted with African Methodist Churches, Bishop James S. Flipper had eharge of the funeral services. Other bishop~ in attendance were: Drs. J: M. Conner, L. J, Coppin, W. D. Chappelle, B. F. Lee, C. T. Shaffer. C, S. Smith, Joshua A. Jones and H. B. Parks. Bishop John Hurst, who is visiting work of the, denomination in South America and the West Indies; Bishop J. Albert Johnson, who is carrying forward the work planted by the dead prelate in South Afr ca; Bish- op W. H. Heard, in charge of the West African werk, and Bishop Evans Tyree, who is presiding over the sessions of the Philadeiphia Conference at Dover, Del., were unable to be present. Resolutions of tribute came from all parts of the country, including the Fifteenth Episcopal district, over which the dead churchman presided, aud the Baltimcere A. M. E. Ministerial Meeting. The dey preceding the funeral the remains Isy in state at Big Bethel Church and thousands took a last Jook at the stalwart church- man, His death was generally felt by white and colored people here. As was told in tast week’s Afro- American Ledger the bishop died at. Windsor, Canada. He was $2 years of age and had been a minis- ter for nesrly 60 years. He start- ed the work of the denomination in Georgia and Africa and was an ad- vocate of the emigration of the eolored people to Africa. He had served as a member of the Georgia legislature, was postmaster at Macon, Ga.,at one time and came within five votes of being elected a United States ‘Senator from Georgia in one Senatorial fight. ODD FELLOWS AT CHURCH Camden, N. J., May 20.—The regular services were held at the 10th Street Baptist Church in the morning-and in the afternoon the G. U. 0. O. F. Patriarchies, and Household of Ruth laid the corner- stone, The collection for the after- noon amounted to $100. Owing to the illness of Rev. G. E. Morris, the pastor, Rev. McAllen preached. NEW LITERARY SOCIETY ORGANIZED IN NEW YORK. Known as Friends of Shakespeare—C. M. Moloney Elected President. There has. been organized in New ork city by a group of young women and men of studious habits aud liter- ary ambition a society culled the Friends of Shakespeare, the object: of hich ty uot only the study of the works of the immortal burd, but to ‘produce his plays from time to time. ‘The Mriends vf Stakespeure wil z1s0 make researches into the best Negro Uternture and discuss the merits of the sworks of Negro uuihors. ‘These. young amen and women are of an exception: ally. high order of intelligence, und among them are many very able speai- ers and writers. . The example which this organiza- tion is setting {he young men and wo- men of the race elsewhere ts worthy of all praise and should be emutated dy similar groups of thoughtful und studious young Negroes throughout the country. ‘The president of the Friends of Shakespenre is un eloquent and forceful speaker. Phe club he!d an election on Sunday, May 9 in its rooms, 120 West One Hundred and Thirty-sixth street, and reelected all of its officers. save two for the ensuing year as follows: C. M. Moloney, president: C, M. Ruswurm, vice president: C. M. Penns, secretary: Miss L. I. Sands. assistant secretary: @. Gittings, munager: Mr. Hozan, critic: Mr. Cross. librarian: J. M. Wil ams. parliamentarian: Miss Bland- chard, lady critie: ‘James Corby, mas- ter of the court. “ss On ‘May 13 the clit celebrated its first anniversnry with a musical and Mterary" entertainment. at which, were gathered x liost of Its friends in New ‘York city: and its environs. John ‘HL: Bruce of Yonkers. N. Y.. contribut- Sng editor of- tlie Saturday|News, Hop- ‘AKinsville, 'Ky., Isa member.) SPELLING BEE AT AMES MLE. CHURCH Partial List of Words For Open | To-All-Contest To be Held | For oor one A partial list of words for the open to all spelling bee contest at Ames Memorial M.E. Courch Thurs- day, June 10th. Dr. Edward Short, manager. A. J. Mitehell, pastor. | Abyss, accordion, achieve, adieu, ado, aghast, aisle, alias, alligator, almond, alpaca, alter, ankle,‘antici- pate, appreciable, archangel, artil- lery, ascension, ascertain, aspara- gus asylum, attorney, auxiliary, avoirdupoir, baboon, banana. bayou, beau, beaux. belligerent, biscuit, bouquet, breeching, bureau, buy, chromos, calyx, capitol, carpeting, cashier, cassimer, cayenne, ceiling, celery,chagrin, chandelier, chemise, choir, cider, circuit, coalesce, coax- ing, coerce. cognac, colander, or cullender, comptroller, confection- ery, congenial, conquervr, con- scious, comtemptible,convalescence, corps, corpse, counterfeit, currant, eynie, czar, dablia, dairy, diary, qneue, deceit, depot, detach, ce teriorate, diphtheria, . discipline, dissuade, dissyllable, dungeon, eighth, elixir, entrails, envelop, epaulet, epistle, epitaph, equinoc- tial, especial, etiquette, extraordi- nary, facetious, facsimile, Febru- ary, fend, pagent, palatial, paraly- eis, parquet, penitentiary, perceiv- ing, phaeton, pharynx, phlegm, physician, plateau, pleurisy,. pneu- monia, poultice, prairie, precipice, prejudice;:principal, principle, pro- boscis, promissory, propitiate, psalm, pyramid, psychology, qua- drelie, quinine, guinsy, quotient, raspberry, receipt, recipe,rehearse, rendezyous, reservoir, restaurant, rouge, theumatism, rhinoceros, rutabaga, righteous, rogvish, rou- tine, route, salad, sa:mon, salt- cellar, salve, sapphire, satchel, scholar, sceptre, sciasors, scourge, syche, secede, separate, sepulcher, session, shepherd, skein, sirloin, sleigh, somersault, sovereign, souv- enir, sterile, sulphur, sure, syca- more, syllable, syaagogue, seizing, siege, sieve, tableau, tapioca, ter- rapin, theatre, thyme, ticklish, tor- toise, traipse, trough, turreen, um- brella, until, using, valise, vietuals- violin, violin-cello, vitiate, vitrio!~ waftle, warrior, Wednesday, weird- wiegh, whey, wry, wield, women, wren, yacht, zephyr, zouave, bil, ious, unparalleled, sorghum, chest, nut, clique, benzine, picnic, mort- gage, crochet; abscess, accrue, zcme, aesthetic, alignment, ami, teur, antique, apropos, assafcetida, bazear, blare mange, bowie knife, saucasin, chamois, champagne, chaperon, connoisseur, cymbul, critic, cygnet, daguerreotype, deb- ris, debut, extol, furlough, finan- cier, hemorrhage, hygiene, para- mour, piann-forte, sphinx, silhouette subpoena, syrc»pe, truusseau, tete- a-tete, croquet, philopena, bologna, negligee. Forfeit, forty, funeral, gauge, Geranium. giblets, Gypsy (or ip), governor, grandeur, guano, guinea, guttapercha, hallelujah, heifer, heinous, heliotrape, _iecough, hosiery, hyacinth, hypocrite, hydro- phobia, icicle, impugn, incorrigible indescribable, indestructible, indict (in law), inertia, inseparable, in- tercede, irreparable, irrevocable, jealous, kiln, larynx, laudanom, leisure, leopard, license, Iilac, liquor, luncheon, luscious, lyeeum, lynx, lie, lying, liar, mackere, marshal, martial, massacre, martyr, mayor, measles, menagerie, mien; millionaire, moneys, nucilage, mustache, myrrh, wausea, neces- saries, nephew, neuralgia, niece, nuisasce, niche, numekull, obse- guies, ablique, omelet, omniscient, onion, onyx, opaque, opossum, orang-outang, oxygen, oyster, orchestra. ‘Business Thrift at Mound Bayou, Miss. The Tailors’ and Consumers’ Co-op- erative company has been organized at Monnd Bayou, Mis, ‘The company proposes to comluct a garment manu: facturing business. ‘D-Open Joly tat (Chanel Sept. ta % Eee ad ‘pote is the only properer pe eee eee ween spose {Be “Ocean Bathing, Ceatng gpusic, dancing, a beautiful view of SST cen Special rates to wchecl SSezaer toc alr. Wie fo rape { l Mrs. Lucy Lee 5PLAIN ST. ELEHURSE, & ‘Aiddreas after July 1st j ‘THE OCEAN HOUSE : SEA ISLE, RB ) ad Cea Ons THE AFRO-AMERICANS LEDGER ee t ys’ lh Captain Brown, of the Steam ‘ ,|Starlight, is'also interested in ti ° EDITED BY ne ae a _ ae goo jn store for al oy scouts Charles A, Cary the near fature, Watch for p Hats off to Sporting Editor Arnett Murphy for giving the boy scouts of the city 8 chance to show what they could do. Thanks boys, thanks— thanks ‘many, many times to all of you who turned out so well and worked so nobly at the great Marathon Race. Fine boys, fine. You didn’t have a week’s notice to prepare but you aure did rally to the call. The Afro extend many thanks to Scout Masters Benjamin Grant, Joseph Kelso, Luther Mitchel, Rufus Pinkney, and Wm. Davis for the presence and good work of them- selves and their boys. Do you know that some fifty scouts were on duty last week at the Marathon Race? And do you know that these bays represented every section of Baltimore and all worked as harmoniously as if they all were from onesection? Pastors are many times sharply criticized for their lack of deep interest in dealing with the boys of their churches. But let’s lvok to the real interested type and thank God for euch men as Rev. P. C, Neal, pestor of First Baptist; Rev. D. G. Mack, pastor of Macedonia, and Rev, Ernet Lyon, pastor of John Wesley. These men Baltimore boys might well be proud of what theyfhave done, fare doing,and sill continue to do{much to encourage and’welcome boys’ church v ork. When Rev. Dr. Lyon was ‘‘call- ed un’ and asked to kindly allow his boys aesist at the Marathon Race, he not only gard at once yes, and gave the name and address of their scout master, but promised to sooperate himself to see that John Wesiry was represented. When Rey. Dr. D. G. Mack was approached with the Afro’s request he not only said yes, but then and there gave permission to the Boys’ ‘Editor to speak to the boys and teil them what was expected of them. He did not stop here but even help- ed the officers to select the boys end promised his support to the finish. When Rev. Dr. P_C. Neal was “called up"’ and the}Afro’s request made known to:him, he at onc said yes. He did not atop here but promiged to see personally the scout master in charge of his boys and order out the ‘‘fellows.’” He fur- ther continued to influence a gen- eral response on the part of his boys by} making the Afro’s call the sub- ject of a public notice at his church. Here in a mid-week meeting he requested the parents to allow their boys go. A few more men of the Mack, Lyon, and Neal type would soun place our Baltimore boys eo far ahead in their work that a tele- scope would be necessary to see to what heights they have attained. Gentlemen, the Afie thanks you for your boys, One of the best things about ‘‘all this here’? boy scout ‘‘curnout’’ was that each scout felt a sort of brotherly love for the other scout whom he had never met before. Fellows thats just what is needed a deep love for the other fellow whether you have met him before or not—and a boy never knows how good it feels to meet another boy that can return the scout salute, that you gave him, that wears another suit of the same color and game style as the one you wear,that carries a scout pole the same length ws yours, and can work his first aid ‘‘stunts’’ just like you— until he joins a scout iroop. Say fellows, something ‘*big’” is coming off among the scouts of Baltimore, if you want to be in it you had hetter join a troop now at your church, A certain boy came to the editor Jast Monday to ‘‘have a talk’’ and told him he was going to join the scouts that very same night. Of course that boy saw what noble work the scouts accomplished at ‘the race’ and decided if they evuld do it he could too—and so now he is a svout ready to turn out Le SPSS SS SS LT EN EP SADE cee {TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE | SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS SIXTH ANNUAL SESSION, June 14th to July 234,"1915 | i Over 400 Teachers Present Last Session eRe gee ee a eke ie Starlight, is‘also interested in this scout work. He has something good in-store for all boy scouts in the near future, Watch for par- ticulars. Johnnie Shad—‘‘Say Bill, whats’ the leading boys’ monument in the United States?” Billy Lobstererab— ‘‘Gee wiz! Why the Boy Scouts of course, Who don’t know that?'? The following scouts were on duty last Saturday at the great Marathon Race, These were the names given to us. We knowa few were there whose names we did not get. If your name is not here drop us a card and your name will appear in the next Boys Column, Officers:Mr. Rufus Pinkney.scout master at Macedonia; Mr. Joseph E. Kelso, assistant scout master at Waters; Mr. Benjamin Grant, sceut master at First Baptist; Mr. Wm. | Davis,seout master at John Wesley; Mr. Luther Mitchell, scout master at Centennial. | Members: Avon Cook, Alphonso Green, Adrian Testman, Avon Cook, Alonzo Davis, Benjamin James, Bernard Wilson, Christopher Hunt, Cornelius Thompson, Charles Stan- ley, Daniel Bush, Elmer Myers, Eacl Kellum, Elmer Cohen, Earl Cohen, Earl Fallen, George Border- ly, James Gibson, Harry Evans, James Johnson,Jerome Chase, John Lawson, Bernard Wallace, Milton Tubes, Raymond Fallen, Richard Jones, Russel Johnson Samuel Wig- gang, Thomas Jones, Veryella Bish- op, Wesley Morris, Wesley Golds- borough, William Perkins, William Green, William Chase, William ‘Thompson. ‘Too much praise canuot be given the boy scouts of John Wesley M. FE, Church under the command of Lieut. W. E. Davis, Jr., for the gallant service they rendered the Washington Conference of the M. E, Church some weeks ago which was held at John Wesley Church. Sunday before last, Scout Kelso, Scout Elliott,and Scout Green were coming down E. Madison street, when an oid lady fell in the street unconscious. They assisted her to her home. Every one said she was dead hut these boys who saw her fall believed differently. They detected her heart beating faintly and ‘‘first aided’? her back to consciousness. Boys be ye ever loyal. Reporters—Kelso, Elliott,Green. What is the real boy of today? The real boy of today is the one that carries and vees himzelf cor- rectly. The scout for instance is a real boy. ‘The finest order of boys are scouts. Besides learning the skillful maneuvers of the real American he is polite, gentle, truth- ful, trustworthy and obedient. He ever fights against the wrong but asserts the right. Seouts Cornelius Thompson, Wil- lard Murry, reporter. ‘The boy scouts of Ames rendered splendid service this week by clean- ing up the factory greund which will be used by the church thisyear fir open air meetings durirg the months of July and August, The boys were rewarded for their good work by having the rear of the fac- tory building for drilling on Tues- day night. ee gee : 2 oo ‘Yo the Friends and Patrons of the late ALEX. HEMSLEY Funeral Director and Embalmer it to the general public that Ihave taken up_ the busi are eather end gill endeavor to sustain the reputation he foreurat efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for ail past favory and hoping fora continuance of the same. Lam respectfully yours. SAMUEL T, HEMSLEY carne ™ ARTS “A 3 RETTIG ART Sea Parga Ser Se out a tEE YARN EY foe Sea eB FE SEE TE BG ROOMY BE Made PE AD ee ee ees Pee es Coaches to hire for all occesions Funerals trom $75.00 Up MAIN OFFICE: 578 W. BIDDLE ST. ‘Phone Mt Yo non 2578 ©, and P. 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Portiers and lace curtains all. sold at reasonable prices, cal] and sze them, open from 8 a: m. to 11 p. m., 2145 Division'street or 1509 Druid Hill avenve. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER _ Maryland’s Leading Negro Journal Of Opinion --- : Happenings Throughout the State of Maryland: DENTON NOTES Special to The Arte-American League. Denton, Md., 20 — The auxiliaries of Bethel A. M. E. Church tendered their pastor and wife a reception last night. Addresses of welcome were tendered by the various departments of the church. Response by the pastor Rev. J. H. Fitchett. Mrs. Viola Horner entertained the Y. P. F. Circle on last Wednesday evening. The following officers were elected: Mrs. Francenia Boston, president; Mrs. Nora Hubbard, vice president; Miss I. M. Bailey, secretary; Mrs. Elizabeth Horner, treasurer. Miss Mary Bailey and Mr. and Mrs. Henry of Easton was the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Dickerson on last Sunday. Messre. A. J. Bailey and D. D. Bailey are bringing in fine varieties of strawberries to market. Mrs. J H. Fitchett and Miss Ina Bailey motored over to Ridgley. Md. last Sunday. Rev. Enoch T. Addison and family passed thru town on last Saturday enroute to his new field of lanor. St. Johns A.M.E. Church, Focomoke City. Md. Rev. Fenderson, the new district superintendent of the Centerville district, filled the pulpit at John Wesley M. E. Church on last Sunday night. Mrs. Jacob Taylor is visiting Baltimore friends. Miss Marie Bailey has gone to Plainfield, N. J., to spend the spring and summer. Mr. Ronert Dynson of Baltimore, is visiting his uncle, Mr. I. B. Thomas. Mr. Williard Brown and Miss Ida Horner of Preston, Md., were quietly married a few nights ago. The bride is the sister of our enterprising young merchant. CRISFIELD HAPPENINGS Special to the Arctic American League. Crismeld, Mc., May 20.—Rev. C. A. Williams, pastor of St. Paul A. M. L. Church has been returned to us for another year for which we are all thankful. Mr. P. Wicks was visitor to Baltimore last week. Many of the residents here are leaving for work on the strawberry farms. Mrs. Frankie Roberts of Pocomoke is here visiting his father. Mr. Charles Showels, of South 4th street, who is ill. Mr. Charles T. Wicks, and brother Mannie made a special trip to Salisbury last week in the interest of the Eastern Shore Baseball League. Mr. W. W. Wicks of Locust street is the first class launderer of the town. Give him your patronage. The Cedar Grove Park will be opened to the public about the middle of next month. The stork visited Mr. and Mrs. Mamie Wicks last week and left a fine boy. Rev. J. S. Collins and family have moved to his new charge at Easton. Md. Everyone regrets their departure, but prays that they might have a success. al year. POCOMOKE HAPPENINGS [Special to The Afro-American Ledger.] Pocomoke City, Md., May 20.—Sunday was observed as Motners' Day at St. Johns A. M. E. Church. Rev. E. T. Addison preached an interesting sermon in the morning; in the afternoon Prof. Stephen H. Long addressed the Sabbath School. Mrs. E. T. Addison was welcomed in the church by members present, and will work in all departments where her services are needed. Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Mills, Jr., of Philadelphia are here on a visit to reistives and friends of Mr. Mills. A large number of our people left this week where they will be engaged for the next three weeks in Annassi picking strawberries. Rev. J. W. Bond preached a fine sermon at Mt. Zion M. E. Church Sunday morning and in the afternoon preached at St. Mary's Church to a large congregation. Prof. Long and Bond can be seen handling their paint brushes as freely this season as they were last on some of the prominent places in this city. Mrs. Olevia Stevenson of Baltimore, is here on a visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Sturgis also her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Shorter Two ruffians attacked Rev. Samuel Matthews on the highway last Saturday night and delt him a severe blow over the head, while on the way home from a shopping expedition. He frightened them off, however, by freely using a knife. CENTERVILLE HAPPENINGS Centreville, Md., May 20:—The Nazarites had a grand banquet at their hall last Wednesday night. The Order is doing a great work. Mr. George W Morris who died May 4, aged 62, after brief illness at his home, Corsica Neck, near here, leaves 9 children to mourn their loss. BERKLEY, MD. Societal to The Afro-American Legend: SENIOR TO THE ART-AMERICAN LEAGUE Berkley, Md., May 20.—Mrs. F. F. Dennis has returned to Berkley after spending sometime in Washington. Mrs. James W. Bond has returned to Towson after spending sometime with her daughter, Mrs. K. M. Presberry. Mr. Henry James and Miss Martha Smith have returned after spending sometime in Florida. Mr. Wm. Turner has returned after spending the winter in Baltimore. KENNEDYVILLE ITEMS Special to The Afro-American Ledger Kennedyville, Md., May 19.—In an interesting game of baseball between the Fountain Tigers, and the Olivets last Saturday at Morgan the former defeated the inter by a score of 31. The great annual picnic will be held at Fountaina, Tuesday May 25 in Mr. Hebron's grove. LONG GREEN HAPPENINGS (Special to The Afro-American Ledger.) Long Green, Md., May 20.—The Woman's Mite Missionary Society of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church gave brother Arch Smith, who is quite sick and an aged member of the church, a surprise on last Thursday evening. Mrs. Nellie Winder is president of the society. Mrs. Elia Bishop who has been ill is able to be out. Mr. and Mr. I. W. White of Baltimore, will spend the summer in Long Green. They were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Winder on Sunday. Miss Nellie Young has gone to Virginia to visit relatives. Mrs. Margaret Hawkins, daughter and granddaughter were the guests of their niece and cousin, Mrs. Caiye Purvines of Lochraven on last Sunday. Miss Edna Hawkins entertained Mr. I. Williams of Baltimore on last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Foster spent last Friday with Mr. and Mrs. Smith in Baltimore. Miss Martha Boston.of Baltimore who has been quite sick, is here for her health. She is the guest of Mr. L. J. Pennington. Mr. Ernest Cromwell of Baldwin narrowly escaped serious injury by being thrown out of a wagon one day last week. Mrs. Mamie Anderson, who has been ill in the Mercy Hospital is improving slowly. Mrs. Mary Anderson, who was operated on last Friday at St. Joseph's Hospital is recovering. NEWS FROM PORT DEPOSIT Special to The Afro-American League Port Deposit, Md. May 20.—The services at the M. E. Church was largely attended on Sunday. Rev. L. T. Robbins, the pastor, preached a fine sermon. The Epworth League was largely attended. Mrs. Mable Sorrell, the president, conducted the services. In the evening the young people gave sacred concert which was a great success. Mrs. Mary Thomas is visiting her mother, Mrs. E. V. Brown. Miss Alexander is also the guest of Mrs. Brown. Mrs. Hannah Scott departed this life on Wednesday, May 12. Mrs. Jones, her daughter, was here from Chicago, as were also relatives from Baltimore. SNOW HILL CHITS (Excellent) to the Afro-American League Snow Hill, Md., May 20.—Mr. and Mrs. Charles Waters, motored to Princess Anne, Md., Sunday and while there visited the Academy. Little Helen Ruth Williams, who was operated on at the Salisbury Peninsula Hospital last Tuesday, died about two hours after the operation while in the hospital. Her remains were brought to Snow Hill and rested in the home of the deceased's grandparents, Rev. and Mrs. E. J. Henry. On Thursday at 2:30 the funeral services were conducted at the house by Revs. Charles Spencer and Dr. Faust of the M. E. Church. Many flowers were contributed by friends and the funeral was largely attended. The parents have the deep sympathy of the entire community. Mrs. Shorts of Ocean City, was the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Lottie Davis, Sunday. CHESTERTOWE JOTTINGS (Special to The Art-American Ledger.) Chestertown, Md., May 20.—A welcome reception was rendered Rev. and Mrs. J. A. Young, Thursday night. The church was beautifully decorated. Addresses were made by Mr. Harrison Redding, Mr. Wm. Murray, Mrs. Lydia Munsen, Mr. A. G. Chambers, Mr. Philip Henson, Mr. Harrison Jenkinson. All spoke of the good work that had been accomplished in previous years, by the pastor and his energetic wife, and pledged their loyalty for greater things this year. The pastor and wife responded to the many kind words of welcome. Mrs. Sophia Barber was chairman. Mr. John H. Barnes, our undertaker has been quite sick for the past week. The Annual thanksgiving services of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth were held at Bethel A. M. E Church, last Sunday. The cantata "The Morn of Youth" to be rendered Children's Day by the Sunday School promises to be banner exercise. Mrs. Julia Johnson and Emma Miller have returned from Germantown. EASTON NOTES (Special to Afro-American.) Easton, Me., May 20.—The presiding elder, S. H. Cooper, preached here Sunday night and held quarterly meeting Monday night. A reception was given in his honor. Rev. Collins has made a fine impression on his congregation. Mrs. George Tighman of Talbot Lane, will leave here for three-week stay at Buffalo, N. Y., next Saturday. The Cambridge baseball team played a fine game with the Easton White Sox here last Friday after-Loon and the Cambridge orchestra entertained at night. Miss Daisy Griffin, of Crisfield, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Essick Floyd, of East street. Mrs. Katie Brooks is improving. Others on the sick list are Mrs. Addie Johnson,Mrs. Katie Holmes, Mrs. John Green,Mr. Alex Brooms and Mrs. Eliza Barnett. Miss Blanche Murray, who has been visiting her aunt, Mrs. Laura Breeze of Pittsfield, Mass., has returned home. Mrs. Ida Dobson is visiting her relatives at Ivetown. NEWS FROM FREDERICK (Special to The Afro-American Ladies) Frederick. Md., May 20.—The colored schools of Frederick county held their 1st annual educational and industrial demonstration on May 14 and 15. The display of Academic and Industrial work was pronounced as excellent compared to the other race that has nine months school to our seven and one half months. A program was rendered. The orator for the occasion was attorney to the School Board. Hon. Charles McMathas. Response on part of the citizens, Rev. W. A. English. Supervisor Prof. John W. Bruner, presided. Rev. S. H. Norwood was the guest of Rev. W. A. English, Sunday. Mr. Nicholas C. Cummings has been very ill at his residence, E. 5th street. Mr. J. A. Bryant has been appointed manager of National Benefit Branch office. Mr. William Jenkins, who has been confined to his home, 104 E. 5th street, is improving. The Emancipation Association will hold an industrial Fair at the Nazarite Hall. CATORSVILLE ITEMS (Special to The Afre-American Edgard) Catonsville, Md., May 20—Mrs. Gerrrule Boyer, of Baltimore, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Alex Jenison. MissBessie Holland of Baltimore and Mrs. Emma Smith of Ellicott City, visited their brother, who is sick at Howard county. The funeral of Miss Heiena Pratt was held from the residence of her sister, Mrs. George Gardner, Saturday. Miss Dora Hall, of Taylor avenue is recovering from a short spell of illness. Rev. C.H. Murray spent Wednesday and Thursdaygin Wilmington, Del. The Mortgage Club of Grace Church will have a sermon preached to them on Sunday, May 30. CECILTON HAPPENINGS. Cecilton, Md., May 20.—Mrs. Mary T. Harris, who has been living in Philadelphia, has returned and taken her permanent residence in Cecilton. Miss J. C. Clark, the principal of the public school and her assistant, Miss Mary Bayard, are busy preparing for the closing exercises to be held in Union Bethel A. M. E. Church, Thursday night. Mrs. Henrietta Francis, who was stricken with paralysis a few days ago is recovering. Mrs. Sarah Boyer, who has been on the sick list, is convalescent. Mr. and Mrs. William Tillison, Jr., who have spent the winter in Philadelphia, have returned for the summer. Miss Nellie Moore, after spending some weeks with her brother in Philadelphia, has returned. Tuesday night a concert was given at Mt. Olive A. M. E. Church in Fredericktown, by the Imperial Sextett of Cecilton, which consists of the following girls: Ruth Boyer, leader: Emma Morris, organist; Alice Turner, Gertrude Johnson, Henrietta Hyland and Georgiana Turner. Mr. Walter Ruley was master of ceremonies. The audience enjoyed the program. TRAPPE NOTES (Special to The Afro-American Ledger. Trappe, Md., May 20. After spending sometime with her sister, who is very sick in Johns Hopkins Hospital, Mrs. Alice Nixon returned home last week. Mrs. Mary Wesley and daughter visited friends at Doverbridge, Thursday of last week. Miss Edith Wilson and daughter Beula, visited Mrs. Florence Hawkins, Sunday. Mrs. Annie Banks and Mrs. Mattie Smith visited Mrs. Noah Wilson, Sunday. Miss Irene Ourles' visited Miss Susie Gardner of Oxford, Saturday and Sunday. Messrs. William Harris, Carrol Butler, William Greene and Miss Maggie Waters of Oxford, were visitors here. Sunday. Miss Gracie Landmon visited Mr. and Mrs. Walter Camper last week. Masters Laurence and William Banks visited their aunt, Mrs. Martha Brown last week. Mrs. Florence Landmon and daughter Grace, visited her son, Mr. Alex Landmon, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. S.H. Camper visited Mr. and Mrs. Corrol Camper. Mr. Prince Cooper is home on vacation for the summer, from Bowie, Md. WINCHESTER NOTES (Special) to The Air-American Lodges Winchester, Va., May 20.—Miss Sarah E. R. Parks, returning from Millwood recently, was thrown from her vehicle and hurt about the head and hands. The ladies of Mt. Carmel Free Baptist Church headed by Mrs. Emma Kirk Gaskins and Miss Nellie S. Jones gave a beautiful reception to Prof. John H. Quiett and Prof Kirk W. Gibson, the retiring and present principal of the public school here. Friday last. An excellent program was rendered consisting of the following numbers: choruses by the junior choir; selection, Miss Rosa Jackson; duett, Misses Virgie and Rosa Harmon; reading, Miss Jones; solo, Mrs. Mayhew H. Cook; reading, Mrs. Amanda Jordan; address, Prof. Quiett; solo, Rev. J. Luther Martin; address, Prof. Gibson; tric, Miss Laura Kugers, Mrs. Gaskins and Mr. Charles Hawkins; address, Rev. C. E. Queen. 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All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEDGE, 628 North Entaw Street, Baltimore, Md. Advertising rates made known upon application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO. BALTIMORE, MAY 22, 1915 It is to be hoped that the interest recently manifested in athletics in this city will be continued. There is nothing that will help the race like good, strong healthy bodies. Boys and young men learn largely to control their appetites, not only in food, but in the many things which go to make a good, strong, active athlete. Parents should by all means encourage their boys and girls as well to take up this form of sport and amusement, both for the good of the boys as well as for their own good. The torch of war which was lighted last August in Europe seems to be still spreading, and it looks like before it is put out all the old world will be a seething mass of flames. It is to be seriously hoped that wise council will prevail and the United States will not be involved before the configuration is ended. At the same time a good strong back bone will do very much towards keeping the peace on this side of the Atlantic: [ ] The determined efforts of the new Y. M. C. A. Secretary Booker to secure the necessary funds to secure the site and commence the building of the new Y. M. C. A. Building ought to be seconded by every right thinking man and woman, to the extent that the money should be raised in the shortest possible time. A little less than three thousand dollars are required and it ought not to be a hard task to get his money for so important an enterprise. You are reading his editorial and it is up to you to assist in this movement. This means you. WHO IS PRESTON? Mr. Preston is the Mayor of the City of Baltimore. On last Tuesday he entered upon his second term as Mayor of this great city. It would be no less than a great misfortune for any great American city, as large as Baltimore, to possess a chief magistrate who seemed to have little concern with respect to the living conditions, rights and privileges, of one-sixth of the population, while, at the same time, aspired to be Mayor of the whole people. When Mr. Preston was first elected, his success, therein, was occasioned by the failure of his opponent, when Mayor, to treat this very same element of the population as full American citizens. Mr. Preston's majority was quite small, but sufficient for him to realize the significance of his narrow passage. During Mr. Preston's past term he failed to recognize the just and equitable expectations of the colored people of the city. The colored people are poor, and there is nothing which Mr. Preston can gain, of political value, in being fair towards them. But Mr. Preston must maintain his own self-respect. And it is to this we hopefully appeal. He knows, if he knows anything, that the colored citizens of this community do not receive the same consideration as are accorded other citizens. The oath of an honest man binds him to the administration of the affairs of the community in an impartial manner far above the feeling of race. Mr. Preston is an honest and honorable man, and, hence, a maintenance of his own self-respect binds him to the task of seeing that the most helpless of the community have a fair and square deal. We dismiss entirely from our consideration, at present, the matter of public political office. We are disposed to deal with more fundamental and vital matters. Certain public benefits, facilities and helps, are provided, out of a common fund, derived from taxation, for the benefit of the whole community, without regard to race or color. Of these we write. In such things we get very far from a square deal. It is Mr. Preston's business, as Mayor of the whole city, to see that this situation is changed. This situation exists not so much because of hatred towards the Negro, as on account of ignorance. Our government is based on one idea, and the Negro is treated upon an entirely different basis. Until the Negro is treated upon the common basis, it becomes vitally necessary, in consideration of his needs, to employ the necessary agencies which the special policy of his treatment demand. While in levying taxes the Negro is counted on the common basis, yet in supplying his needs, he is treated as "a race apart." As long then, as such policy of administration obtains, the highest good of the city itself, as well as of the Negro, demands the extension of this special policy, by the appointment on all the public boards where he sustains large interests, capable representatives of that race. Unfortunately, the Negro has too much interest with the jail out since it is a fact, the best interest of the community requires on the board of administration some representative of that race, in vital touch with all that is good in the race, who can, on the one hand, be helpful to his colleagues in meeting the situation; and on the other hand prove the nexus in securing the cooperation of his race in efforts by which the criminal element may gradually be reduced. The same thing is true with respect to the department of city charities, and the Board of Public Education. If the white people, of the calibre of Mayor Preston, are so dominated by the race feeling, as not to endure the presence of a colored representative, of culture and refinement, with all the instincts of gentlemanly courtesy, how can such expect the great body of the colored race to sincerely believe that they have at heart the real welfare of colored citizens. To the query "Who is Preston?" we would like to say that he is a gentleman like the late Gen. Fitzhugh Lee, who not only, when Governor of Virginia, appointed colored men in such capacities but in his contact with the colored race compelled their love by his unfailing treatment of them as gentlemen and gentlewomen. Or like Gen. Ferdinand C. Latrobe, whose praise is upon the lips of the colored people of the whole state, for his uniform kindness and courtesy to them. In his second administration Mr. Preston has an opportunity not only to hearten the colored citizens of Baltimore, but to bring about a clearer understanding and closer community fellowship between all of the good people who make up the community. MR. AND MRS. JOHNS ENTERTAIN Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Johns entertained the members of the Evening High School Social and literary Association, Friday evening, May 14, at their home 1502 Mount street. Mr. George A. Owens was the guest of honor he delivered a brief address, "Concerning the Negro's Loyalty to his Race" which was very interesting and highly appreciated by all. FIRST RALLY SUCCESSEUL The First Rally was held Sunday May 16, 1915, at Bethel A. M. E. Church, under the auspices of the Mother Bethel Aid Association, Baltimore, Md. The receipts by Officers, Captains and public collection was $1120.75. By Penny Club of the Mother Bethel A. M. E. Church, $25.; Grand Total $1145.75. Many thanks to all contributors and may God bless abundantly. Gleaning Day at Bethel Church, Sunday, May 23, at 11 a. m. D. V. To all the captains of Mother Bethel Aid Association who have not reported will you please report on Sunday to Rev. John Offer Custis, corresponding secretary and he will give you a receipt for the amount you report. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER ALL IN READINESS FOR ASTORIA MEET Continued from Page 6. James R. Webb, Argon Laws, Lawrence Harris, Gordon Bryd, Simon Scott, Robert E. Johnson, Sylvester Stewart, Edward Dorsey, Isaac Bannister, Douglass Camper, Robert Wallace, Irvin Matthews, Oliver Smith, Charles Price, Inglehar Williams, Lucian Ayes, Robert Henson, Milton Brown. Alfonse Smith. ST. MARY'S A. C. Elijah Jackson, Louis Taylor, Charles Hays, Phil Scott, Wm. Beamon, Joseph Hill, Elbert Butler, Walter Deman, James Adams, Wm. Bond, Wesley Hammond, Howard Murphy. ASTORIA A.A. Thomas F. Jones, Curtis W. Carpenter, Milton Dorsey, Parker Moore, Leo Stevens, Howard Gross, Robert Gross, Emerson Hillen, Gordon Sullivan, Clarence Scott, 3rd REGIMENT BOYS' BRIGADE Herbert Moulten, Bernard Hiner, Philip Johnson, Samuel Wilson, C. E. Medley, Alfred Powell, Charles Powell, August Johnson, C. Johnson, Wm. Martin, Robert Cole, Clarence Harden. COLORED HIGH SCHOOL William Bevans, Calvin Lecompte, Everet Butler, Arthur A. Johnson, Gray Lloyd, Dudley Lee, Arthur Prettyman. SCHOOL 118 Alexander Waller, Charles Mack, Bernard Gail, James Booze, Vivian A. Wright, Walter Amy, Frederick, Simpson, H. Thomas, George Page, Ellsworth Barnes, James Glover, Edgar Deskins, George Blunt, James Jenkins, Charles Mack, William Coates, Everett Key, Charles Decassus, George Smith, Harvey Brown. SCHOOL 108 Mike Anthony, Charles Mills, Bernard Wilson, Thomas Jones, John Lawson, Frederick Whealton, Rueben P. Clayton, Carl Butler, Leonard Bennett, Benjamin James. James Forrest, Johnny Crummie James Lawson. Mark H. Traverse, Lawrence Pinder, William Neal, Douglass Bannister, Walter Chambers, George Cox, Steven Brown, Edward Kier. DUNBAR A. A. Charles Powell, Woloney Drummond, Wm. Emory, James Bishop, George Howard, Oscar Simmons, James Bantum, Daniel Haywood, Irvin Bevans. HOWARD UNIVERSITY OUTDOOR ATHLETIC GAMES Another athletic event of importance will take place in Washington, the 31st of this month when the annual Outdoor Athletic Games of Howard University will take place. The games will be sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union. The list of scratch events includes 220 yd. dash, 440 yd. run, 880 yd. run, puttirg 16 lb. shot, one mile run, 120 yd. low hurdle, two mile run, one mile relay, running high jump, and pole vault. The special events are 100 yard dash, invitational; 100 yard dash 125-pound class, 50 yard dash, 85 pound class, 50-yard dash, 95 pound class, and 880-yard relay open only to grammar school. The entries will close Monday, May 24, and may be made with William H. Foster, manager of track, Howard University, Washington, D. C. RESOLUTIONS FROM THE DUNBAR CLUB Monday, May 17, 1915 To the Sporting Editor of the Afro- American Ledger: My dear Sir:— At the regular meeting of the Dunbar Athletic Association, the following resolutions were unanimously adopted, and ordered sent to your paper: Resolved: (1) That the Dunbar A. A. expresses to the Afro- American Ledger its sincere appreciation of, and thankfulness for, the opportunities for athletic competition furnished by the management of your valuable paper; and. (2) That we send our word of praise to all the officials of the Marathon Race for their fair and skillful handling of all the many details connected with the running of the race. Especially would we praise the team of Boy Scouts which "flagged" the course. Never have we seen this better done; and, (3) That we congratulate all of the contestants in the race for their gentle and sportsmanlike conduct towards each other;—before, during and after the race. (4) We earnestly hope that 'twil ever be thus;—that the athletes of our city can meet in friendly rival- FIRST INDEPENDENT CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN This is to certify that the First Independent A. M. E. Church held its first annual Church Conference, Monday, May 17, at 8 P. M., Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., presiding. Opened with song and praise service after which the meeting was declared opened and ready for business. Each department of the church made favorable reports. The church is in a very prosperous condition having raised from May 17, 1914 to May 17, 1915 the sum of $4,157.20, total expenditures $2, 565.32 and have in bank to its credit $1,581.88. The following officers were elected for the ensuing term: TRUSTEES: Messrs. J. C. King, William Tyler, John H. Hill, John Moseley, Winder Emory, John J. Sampson, Thomas E. Potts, Thomas J. Waters and Daniel Brown. STEWARDS: Messrs. C. H. Haneley, G. L. Hewlin, Joseph Brown, Edw. Coxson, Samuel A. Monroe, W. L. Baskerville, Henry Campbel, Albert Madden and Frederick Dabney. STEWARDESSES: Mrs. Julia Monroe, chairman; Mrs. Annie L. Tilghman, vice president; Mrs. Elmira Johns, secretary; Mesdames Annie Miles, Mary Quigley, Georgia Hopewell, Mary Emory, Virginia Johnson and Miss Sarah Williams. LEADERS: Messrs. James Frye, president of Leaders' Board; John W. Grooms, Daniel Jeffries, Frank Miles, Frederick Johns, Henry Clemmons and Frederick Matthews. PRESIDENTS: Mrs. L.C. Curtis, president of Home Mission; Mrs. Addie King, president Ladies' Aid, Miss Mary Irvin, president Pastors' Guild. Mr. John Blackston, president Brotherhood. Mrs Nannie Carter, president L. C. Aid. Mrs. Maggie Richardson, president Daughters of Peace. Mrs. Hattie Jeffries, president Golden Leaf, Miss Ella Bantum, president Sub-Stewardesses. Mrs. Cora T. Jones, president Helping Hand. Mrs. Susie Hunter, president Link of Seven. Respectfully Submitted. Rev. L. C. CURTIS,D.D., PASTOR Mr. JOSEPH RIDOUT, Church Clerk Mrs. CORA T. JONES, Secretary of Church Conference Mr. FREDERICK DABNEY, Secretary of Official Board Mr. WILLIAM TYLER, Secretary of Trustee Board Mr. JOSEPH C. KING,Treasurer of Trustee Board. AN EVENING OF ORATORY The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, No. 8, had a stirring evening of oratory. Among the speakers were Mrs. A. R. H Miller, Mrs. Carrol, Mrs. Wheatley, Mrs. Monroe Burgess, Lawyer Ashbie Hawkins and Mr. Howard Gross, who was at his best in the rendition of Cain's query "Am I my Brother's Keeper." It was remarkable how all of the addresses and papers merged to one point, and poor man received his just deserts; however, men's day is coming soon, and the Lord's of creation are going to restore order in their households. Watch for the date. Adv. VISITORS ENTERTAINED Mrs. Samuel C. Owings and sister, Miss Sophia Sydnor, of Simpson street, Waverly, entertained at breakfast and luncheon Saturday morning, the guests being Mrs. Matilda Churchill of Downings, Va., Mr. James H. Page and neice of New York and Miss Evelyn Oldham, who stopped several hours while on their way to New York, Philadelphia and Newhope, Pa. Mrs. George C. Lemon, of 1618 Druid Hill avenue, who has been very ill for the past three weeks is much improved and wishes to thank her many friends for their kind attendance during her illness. Her sister, Mrs. Arthur G. Parrish of Boston, Mass., who was with her for ten days left for home on Monday. Mrs. Alice Johnson, of 539 Wilson sreet, who has been seriously ill for six weeks under the care of Dr. J. C. Stewart, is now able to be out again. ry, and in a fair way decide the issues at stake. We suggest our club motto: "Go win or lose, as best you can; Be each, pray God, a gentleman." Beach, play, or a gentleman. Again thanking your valuable paper for the athletic opportunities furnished, and wishing for you the success which you so well deserve, we beg to remain, Very sincerely yours, THE DUNBAR A. A. Irving Bevans, Pres. James E. Bantum, Sec. [Picture of a man in a suit and tie]. DEATH OF AN ESTI- MABLE CITIZEN John C. Simpson, the beloved brother of Mrs. Wallace Smith, Lillian Jefferson and Gertrude Oliver, died at Glyndon, Md., May 10, at 12:30 a.m. His funeral was held on Thursday 13th inst. at 2 p. m., at Metropolitan M. E. Church. Dr. L. Z. Johnson, officiated. You may gaze upon the portrait but see only an outline. The whole of the deceased is not here but what there is here is like him. A nature so broad and deep with powers so various and brilliant can't be comprised in words, be they ever so choice or so many. We know of but two places only John C. Simpson has to dwell the Eternal City to which he has gone and the hearts of friends who remain. The large attendance and the numerous tributes of respect over his remains were of the most pronounced character. The time for reaction of sentiment if the patriatures of character and ability had been drawn in too high colors, has now been reached. We have passed now so far from the affecting incidents of a death that seemed premature although its approach had long been providentially indicated—the death that cut off an extraordinarily active career in the midst of its busiest plans and incessant activities and gathered around itself a divi-halo rarely vouchsafe to departing saints. We can now contemplate the life that has been translated to higher spheres and weigh with a cooler judgment the characteristics of one who both dazzled us by his brilliancy and disarmed criticism by his generous usefulness, his warm alliictions and his evident earnestness and conservation of purpose. We have looked in vain for the first expression of hesitation among many that thoroughly knew him, as to the high qualities of mind and character which accorded him when the tears of affection had hardly been dried from the faces of his many friends. The last effort to give a fair estimate of our brother is as warm in his praise as the first, and constant tender and appreciative words find their way into print as his absence is still felt in the important interests of church and society which he bore upon his heart and aided so efficiently with persuasive voice and hand. He had a singular interest in the temporal and political affairs of his day; but was one of the most ardant and devoted laborers in the spiritual kingdom of God. He was mindful he had a grasp on both worlds. He was sensitive to pain and shrank from danger; but bore himself without hesitation amid the most manifold perils to his life among men. He was the pleasant companion of the liveliest company and one of the tenderest, most spiritual and sweetest counselors in hours of bereavement and sorrow. He loved life and its opportunities for useful ness and without a moments hesitation but with a calm sweet voice in the 40 years of his age of which 21 years were spent in rendering service for the Master. Johnnie with a shout of triumph bid good night to his devoted sister Mammie, closed his eyes on earth to open in heaven. Advt. Anniversary & Reception We welcome you to our 17th Anniversary of the United Standing Association of Sharp St. Memorial Church, on Thursday evening, May 27, at 1126 Druid Hill avenue, from 8 to 11 p. m. We hope to have the patronage of our many friends. Mme. E. L. Bruce will render some of her new selections during the evening. We are aiming to make this our best effort. Menu: Chicken salad, ham, rolls, tea, coffee, cream and cake. Admission 25 cents. Mrs. Mary Cromwell, Secretary; Mrs. E. Richardson, assistant secretary; Mrs. Annie Matthews, treasurer; Mrs. Gertude Carr, Mrs. Theresa Booker. Banking committee: Mrs. Maggie Parker, president; Rev. M. J. Naylor, Pastor. For Sale or Rent For Sale—four 3-story houses in 500 block Bloom street; now being repaired; one has been completed and open for inspection. Terms $100 cash, balance as rent. Apply 1415 Myrtle avenue. For Rent — In the Margate 121214 Drudid Hill avenue. Beautiful housekeeping apartment, 6 rooms and bath. Every convenience, including janitor service. Also two front rooms first floor with running water etc. Suitable for offices or living rooms. Harry H. Brown, 212 Clay street. FOR SALE—One beautiful 7-room cottage. Lot 62x136 Bloomingdale avenue, Catonsville. Apply P. H. PRATT, 1322 Argyle Ave. Phone: 4850 Y Mad. FOR SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION 167 Winters avenue, one-quarter acre of land, will be sold at public auction, on Thursday, June 3rd, at 4 p.m. Ground rent 75 cents. For further particulars see W. C. McCARD,21 East Saratoga street. FOR SALE—One 5-acre farm, 9-room and store front, and several out-houses, barn, stable, carriage house, tool house and beautiful orchard. Parties giving up business owing to age. Apply to P. H. PRATT. 1322 Argyle avenue. Phone: Mad. 4850 Y. FOR SALE—FEE SIMPLE Beautiful suburban home at Catonsville, Md., only a short walk on cement sidewalk nearly to door from two electric lines; lot 63 ft. front 118 ft. deep. Beautiful lawn, shrubbery and flowers; two large apple trees, one peach and a small cherry tree, several grape vines. House of five rooms in good condition; outbuildings, including large store house, hennery and fenced in chicken yard. Hydrant in yard. This property is in an exclusive neighborhood and is increasing in value very fast. The price is $1800 cash; but if you can raise $600 cash owner will explain how you can raise the balance through the Catonsville Lone Association. Take Catonsville car, get off at Bloomsberry avenue, walk one block to the left to 36 Bloomingdale avenue, fourth house from corner. Property shown by appointment with owner, Mrs. PLUMER, 61 Winters avenue, Catonsville, Md. Phone: Catonsville 21. FOR SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION 167 Winters avenue, one-quarter acre of land, will be sold at public auction, on Thursday, June 3rd, at 4 p. m. Ground rent 75 cents. For further particulars see W. C. MeCARD,21 East Saratoga street. PHALANY SOCIAL IN 'WRONG' The members of the Phalanx Social received an invitation to a surprise party to be held at 2141 Division street, May 19, by the Winnemuccas Social. To their great surprise they were met at the door by the president of the social, Miss Gertrude Banks, who told them that they would have to excuse her as she could not entertain the whole social that night. The members did not come in a group and the first to meet this reply were Messrs. Thomas Chatman, Jr., Clarence Bryd, Leonard Green, Lewis Scott, Robert Kelson and Henry Kelson. Signed: LEWIS SCOTT. Adv. MARATHON RUNNER ENTERTAINED The Phalanx Social, incorporated gave a Smoker Thursday evening, May 20, in honor of Mr. Lawrence Evans, who put forth such trying efforts in the five-mile race which was held last Saturday. Through his efforts he landed a medal in honor of the Phalanx Social. The evening was spent with social games after which a sumptuous repast was served. Thomas E. Kelson, business manager. Adv. Mt. Venron 2113 M. Mt. Venon 2113 M. When at Beauty Beach visit the Hotel of Quality. John Welborne, Caterer. Howard Johnson, Manager. When in the city, visit the Old Famous Cafe, 409 Druid Hill avenue, near Eutaw street. A contest shoot, Rod and Gun Club of Baltimore and Gun Club of Hartford county, Md., at Cherry Heights, Saturday 22 inst. at 2 p.m. W. I. Butler, Pres. Wm. Murray, Sec. Wm. White, Capt. CHIROPODIST MRS LUCY D. LOVING, Chiropodist and Manicurist, wishes to announce to the public that she has moved from 823 Druid Hill avenue to her former residence, 917 Druid Hill avenue. Be Successful-Advertise In Memoriam In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother, Leah A. Pinkett, who departed this life one year ago, May 20, 1914. Sad and lonely is our home, Sad is all our hearts today; For the one we loved so dearly we must for ever love ger. Round the grave where she is laid. By her children, Nelson Pinkett, Olia Parsons, Jeanette Pinkett, Willis and Roy Pinkett. Her husband, Wm. T. Pinkett and two brothers, Jere Lowe, and Isaac W. Green WHITE—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear mother, Sarah E. White, who departed this life two years ago, May 11, 1918. Sad and lonely is my dwelling. Sad is my heart today. For the one I loved so dearly has forever passed away. I know, dear mother, that you're at reat. Your soul in heaven I know is blest. And while I miss thee, mother dear, I know our time is coming near. By her son, Charles Davis. GREEN—In sad but loving remembrance of our dear son, James F. Green. The son of Annie and Walter Green, who departed this life November 14, 1914. One half year with all its changes Since death strangely bade us part. But dear James, all the changes Cannot take you from our hearts. By his loving Father and Mother and Brother. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear daughter, Lucy May Hayden, who departed this life four years ago today, May 9, 1911. Home is sad, O God how dreary Lonesome, lonesome every spot Listening for the voice of Lucy Silent for we hear her not. In the graveyard softly sleeping Where the flowers gently wave Lies the one I love so dearly In her lonely silent grave. If you ask me do I miss her Yes, it fills my heart with pain But her spirit sweetly whispers Courage, mother in heaven we will meet again. By her loving mother, Mrs. Margaret Jones, 628 W. Biddle street. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear father, Wm. James Hughes, Sr., who departed this life, four years ago today, May 19, 1911. As long as life and memory lasts I will remember thee. By his daughter and son in-law, Carrie L. and Wm. Wesley Jolly. I wish to thank the many friends for their kindness shown to my mother, Rachel A. Carter, during her illness and also for floral designs at her death. Mary E. Grandson. Mrs. Wallace Smith, Lilly Jefferson and Gertrude Oliver wishes to thank their many friends for their kindness and words of sympathy and regret tendered us in the bereavement of our brother, who died at Glyndon, j Md, Monday, May 10. Mrs. Carrie Yates of Dolphin street, wishes to thank the many friends for their kindness and words of sympathy during the lingering illness of her dear husband, Mr. Charles Yates and sad bereavement. Thanking them also for beautiful floral designs. The funeral took place from Trinity A.M.E. Church, conducted by his pastor, Rev. S.M. Johnson, of Trinity A.M.E. Church. Mr. George T. A. Gibson had charge of the funeral. The 69th Annual Conference of the C. M. Protestant Church, will convene in Washington, D. C., at St. Paul M. P. Church, 3rd street, S. E., Wednesday, May 26. For the convenience of the people of Baltimore and suburbs a special train will be run over the Pennsylvania R. R. from Union Station, Baltimore on Sunday morning May 30th at 9:15 o'clock. We hope all who wish to spend a pleasant day as well as those who wish to attend conference will avail themselves of this rare opportunity. Return on any train up to midnight. Fare for round trip $1.20. Rev. E. W. Scott, president; B. H. Knight, Secretary. THE CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST Under the auspices of the MOTHER BETHEL AID ASSOCIATION Assisted by Harry O. Wilson, Banker N.E. Cor. Fayette & Pearl Sts. Baltimore, Md. Object; To cancel the entire indebtedness on the Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Druid Hill avenue and Lanvale street, Baltimore, Md. All communications, subscriptions, donations, money orders, registered letters, checks, drafts or cash address to REV. JOHN OFFER CUSTIS, Cor. Secly. 1514 Druid Hill avenue, Baltimore, Md. Officers: Rev. I. N. Ross, D. D. president; Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D. recording secretary; Rev. C. H. Murray, treasurer; Rev. D. G. Hill, D. D. Presiding Elder; Bishop L. J. Coppin, D. D. Commander-in-chief, 1913 Bainbridge street, Philadelphia, Pa. SPECIALNOTICES INGATHERING DAY The Y. W. C. A. will hold Monday, May 31. as Ingathering Day for pledges made during the campaign. We ask that those who pledged will on that day pay something if the amount be small. Let us talk about the Ingathering. Pray for the Ingathering, work for the Ingathering. The meeting will close with a pousing social at night to which everybody is invited. Miss C. Davage, Pres. Miss H. C. Smith Gen. Sec'y. Miss'Emma E. Bright, Sec'y. A PLATFORM MEETING under the auspices of the Women's Mite Missionary Society of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, W. Montgomery street, 3 p. m., May 30th. All of the presidents and members of missionary societies are invited to be present. Mrs. Sanders, wife of Rev. Sanders of Bethel A. M. E. Church, will read a paper. Mrs. Mary F. Handy, the president of the Parant Body, will preside. Mrs. I. N. Ross, Pres. Miss Blanch McCoy, Sec. I. N. Ross, Pastor. NOTICE—Special services Sunday, May 23, at the Holy Temple Church, Pierce street, near Fremont, at 11 a. m., sermon by the pastor, Rev. Ida Nelson. The Pentacostal sermon. 8 p. m., the Ordination of Mrs. Mary R. Burkett, of Reistertown, Md., and Mrs. Roberta Ireland of Glenfalls, Md. They will be ordained by Rev. Ida H. Nelson, D. D., pastor. SPECIAL—A Union Service between Payne Memorial A. M. E. Church and the Penna Ave. A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday at 3 p. m., Rev. J. G. Martin, choir and congregation will have charge of the service. Don't miss it. You are invited. Geo. L, White, D. D., pastor. KEMEMBER The 17th Annual Thanksgiving Services of the Progressive Order, Knights and Daughters of Samaria will be held at the Penna Ave. A. M. E. Zion Church, Sunday May 23rd, 8 p.m. Sermon by Rev. George L. White, M. D., D. D., pastor. The members, Juveniles and all auxiliaries of the order will meet in the lecture room at 7:30 p. m. James B. Alkins, N. G. Coun. Jennie Hill, N. G. V. P. D. Emma C. Douglass, N. G. R. S. Laura E. G. Long, N. G. F. S. WHITE ROSE CONTEST RALLY and 24th ANNIVERSARY Perkins Square Baptist Church, George and Ogston streets. Commencing Sunday, May 23rd, lasting until June 6th. Sunday, May 23rd 11 a. m., 8 p. m., Revin W. F. Graham,'LL., D., Holy Trinity Baptist Church, Philadelphia, Pa. SPECIAL—The annual sermon to the State Grand Lodge of Samaria will be delivered at the Penna Ave. A. M. E. Zion Church, Sunday night at 8 o'clock by Rev. George L. White, M. D., D. D., Pastor. The public is invited. Seats free Strangers welcome. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER SHIRTWAIST RECEPTION AND CONTEST AT RICHMOND MARKET ARMORY BENEFIT OF MARYLAND HOME FOR FRIENDLESS COLORED CHILDREN Prizes will be awarded to the winners in the recent Marathon Race held by The Afro-American Ledger Prizes will also be awarded to winners in Athletic Meet under auspices of the Astoria Athletic Association REFRESHMENTS ADMISSION 25 CENTS Miss Evelyn Mackall. President Miss Lottie Downs, Secretary THE CENTRE OF ATTRACTION IS THE QUEEN THEATRE 666 W. Lexington St. near Pine The First in New Attractions, the Last in Price ADMISSION 5 CENTS TO ALL AT ALL TIMES Extra Special TUESDAY, MAY 25th. JACK JOHNSON'S SMILE Don't fail to see this great gladiator of our race. See him in training; see him in action The first and only colored man to have the honor of being Heavyweight Champion of the World SPECIAL NOTICE Germon of the G. REACHED IN THEIR Sunday, May 23rd James, Pastor of Metro and Congregation will accompany in the lower hall at 2 p.m. Passover will be held May 24th at 8 p.m. Thos. Doar, Chairman EST CHURCH, Carthage May 23, 1915 at the Missionary Society of the Missionary Society Union Meeting. Pres. Rev. P. Ling at Payne Memorial MAY 23rd, 1915 Closed Conference Sun Speakers then Dr. A. L. Gaine Dr. I. N. Ross Music Dr. I. N. Ross Clara Scott and Miss Sumner Whyte, J. W. Wood Thaddeus Copeland EASY MEM I am willing to pay you to your friends, that have ambition hard labor, Call or LEO S. OSMAN Avenue ER'S COTT LURAY, VIRGINIA the mountains. An in quiet of country. Even five minutes of the fishing, music, dance June 5th to September NAMED IN THEIR TABERNACLE May, May 23rd, at 3 P. M. Pastor of Metropolitan M. E. Church congregation will accompany him the lower hall at 2 p. m. so services may start promptly ever will be held on Whit Monday, 24th at 8 p. m. Passover Free Thos. Doar, Chairman A. H. Pitts, Secretary CHURCH, Caroline and McElderry Sts. 1915, 1915 at 3.30 P. M. Missionary Society by Rev. Aquilla Missionary Societies of the city are in- a Meeting. Rev. P. C. Neal, D.D., Pastor At Payne Mem. A. M. E. Church MAY 23rd, 1915, 4 P. M. Conference Sunday School Convention Speakers Dr. A. L. Gaines, W. C. McCard, Esq. Dr. I. N. Ross —Chorus, Payne's Choir Gra Scott and Miss Grace Pines Her Whyte, J. W. Woodhous, E. A. Henderson, Thaddeus Copeland, Chairman EASY MONEY willing to pay you well for your time your friends. A good well paying have ambition to improve their finan- labor, Call or write O. S. OSMAN VENUE Baltimore, Md. R'S COTTAGE RAY, VIRGINIA Mountains. An ideal resort uniting all of country. Every summer comfort— minutes of the Luray Caverns; tempt- ing, music, dancing. Booklet on request 5th to September 30th. The 61st Annual Sermon of the G. U. O. of Nazarites WILL BE PREACHED IN THEIR TABERNACLE On Whit Sunday, May 23rd, at 3 P. M. By Rev. John A. Holmes, Pastor of Metropolitan M. E. Church His Choir and Congregation will accompany him All Nazarites are requested to meet in the lower hall at 2 p. m. so services may start promptly The 61st Annual Passover will be held on Whit Monday, May 24th at 8 p. m. Tickets 20 Cents Maury Thompson, G. W. S. Thos. Doar, Chairman Passover Free A. H. Pitts, Secretary FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. Caroline and McElderry Sts. Special Sermon to the Missionary Society by Rev. Aquilla Brooks, to which all of the Missionary Societies of the city are invited. Also a Grand Union Meeting. Mrs. Patience Harris, Pres. Rev. P. C. Neal, D.D., Pastor Big Platform Meeting at Payne Mem. A. M. E. Church SUNDAY MAY 23rd 1915 4 P.M. SUNDAY, MAY 25th, 1915, 4 T. M. For benefit of the Proposed Conference Sunday School Convention Speakers Mrs. G. W. F. McMechen Dr. A. L. Gaines, W. C. McCard, Esq. Dr. I. N. Ross Special Music—Chorus, Payne's Choir Soloists—Mrs. Clara Scott and Miss Grace Pines Financial Committee—G. Sumner Whyte, J. W. Woodhous, E. A. Henderson, Howard D. Brent Thaddeus Copeland, Chairman EARN EASY MONEY Talk is cheap but I am willing to pay you well for your time to talk up my business to your friends. A good well paying proposition for people that have ambition to improve their financial condition without hard labor, Call or write LEO S. OSMAN 1625 Pennsylvania Avenue Baltimore, Md. MILLER'S COTTAGE In the heart of the mountains. An ideal resort uniting all city gaieties with the quiet of country. Every summer comfort—cool airy rooms, within five minutes of the Luray Caverns; tempting table, tennis court, fishing, music, dancing. Booklet on request Season June 5th to September 30th. MRS. ALDINA HAWKINS HAINES Book Dates Now Book Dates Now GREENWOOD ELECTRIC PARK CATONSVILLE, MD.! For terms write, call or phone, C. WOODLAND, Catonsville, Md. Book Dates Now D ELECTRIC PARK NSVILLE, MD.! one, C. WOODLAND, Catonsville, Md. Book Dates Now Book Dates Now GREENWOOD ELECTRIC PARK CATONSVILLE, MD.! For terms write, call or phone, C. WOODLAND, Catonsville, Md. An Old Time Meeting at the Rooms Thursday, May 27th, 2 to 10 p. m. MRS.FERNANDIS, CHAIR. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCE Carey and Baker streets 11 a. m., sermon by the Pastor. Subject: "A Great Leader and Lessons From His Life to Us" 2.30 p. m., Sunday School, Henry Johnson, Supt. The Sunday School room is a good place for all those who desire to know their Bible. Why stay away? 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor, Subject: "The Christian Marathon Race." The runners in the recent Marathon race will worship with us. Music will be furnished by the Vested Choir and the Morgan Glee Club. The Boys Scouts meets every Tuesday and Friday at 7.45 p. m. Children's Church meets every Friday at 4.30 p. m. Sunday, May 30th. Spring Rally Day. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCH Dolphin and Etting Sts. Rev. M. J. Naylor, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Preaching. ST. PAUL M. E. CHURCH Saratoga St., near Carey Rev. S. A. Virgil, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m. special sermon to the widows, subject, "Elijah at Zarehath." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. Attend the Pastor's Bible Class. 5 p. m., Epworth League 8 p. m., sermon by Pastor, subject, "Paul's First Sermon." Don't forget the Rally, Sunday, May 30th. Rev. N. M. CARROLL, D. D. Pastor The Day of Pentecost. 10 a. m., Pastor's Bible Class. 11 a. m., Sermon by, the Pastor. Subject: "The Descent of the Holy Ghost." 2.90 p. m. Sunday School, Mrs. S. J. C. Ralph, Supt. 8 p. m. Preaching by a Minister of the Union A. M. E. Conference. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Lanyale St. Rev. J. W. Sanders, D. D., Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 6 p. m., A. C. E. L. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. T. H. Copeland, Supt. Wm. Coleman, Pres of the League. WHATCOAT M. E. CHUROH. Franklin and Pine Sts. Rev. S. R. Hughes, A. M., Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Thomas H. Lee, D. D 3 p. m., the Pastor will preach a special sermon to the singing and pray- ing bands of Baltimore 3.00 p. m., Sunday School. Choice music. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. F. L. Hertz- feld. Prayer Meeting Wednesday night. W. C. Tongue, Supt. Thos. H. Johnson, Pres. E. L. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHUROH Sharp and Montgomery Sts. Rev. Ernest Lyon, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor to the Courts of Calanthe and Knights of Pythias. EASTERN M. E. FIRE AND HOLY GHOST CHURCH McElderry St. and Patterson Park Ave. Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor Residence: 618 Dolphin Street Trustees' $1.00 Rally Day 10 a M., Class Meeting. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor 2:30 p. m., Sunday School. 4 p. m., Class Meeting. 7 p. m., Epworth League 8 p. m., Preaching by Rev. Hezekiah Brown. Visitors may take any car and transfer to Orleans street car; get off at McElderry street. The Christian Memorial Church, Hoffman and Division Sts., has secured the vacant lot, 1627-29 Pennsylvania avenue, for the summer, and will begin our big tent meeting there about the first of June, 1915. Special features of the meetings will be good singing and good preaching. All races of people are invited and welcomed. We will furnish good seats. S. H. Smith, Pastor. Theu Junior League o fSt. Paul M. E. Church, Saratoga street, near Carey, will have their closing on Sunda, May 23rd. There will be an excellent program. All are welcome and also the leagues of other churches. Mamie Johnson, president; Myrtle Wolf, secretary; Mary Parker, treasurer; Rev. S. A. Virgil, pastor. A.M.E. Superintendent's Council of the Baltimore Annual Conference will hold its last public meeting for the season at Handy Memorial Church at Baker and Bruce streets, Wednesday May 26, at 8 p.m. A splendid musical and literary program has been arranged. Let every S. S. fall in line and bring your convention song books. George Sumner Whyte, president Rev. Boston, pastor. Committee: H. D. Brent, chair; Mrs. Emma Holiday, Miss Marion Ray, Miss Bessie Sampson, Miss Bertha Flemig. Mr. Charles Tolson, Mr. Herbert Frisby, Mr. B.W. Davage. Be Wise! Advertize! Day's Meeting at WAYMAN MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Carroll Street Rev. P. H. Green. D. D., Pastor Parsonage: 1334 Carroll St. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sabbath Sunday. 3 p. m., Rev. Thomas Lane. 8 p. m., Sermon by Stranger. Sing- ing Band from Ames M. E. Church will be present. Persons wishing to visit the church take any car that transfers to Columbia avenue. All welcome. Aisquith St., near Orleans Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. H. W. Lewis. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School Session. 5.45 p. m., Allen C. E. League. 8 p. m., Closing of the Allen C. E. E League. A splendid program will be rendered, under the auspices of the new Junior Choir, Madame Plessie Peters, Directress; the Penny Club, Madame Sadie J. Jacobs, directress. assisted by Mrs. Bertha Jolley and Miss Be the Camphor. J. F. Waters, Supt. Miss Mamie Woolford, President J. W. Woodhous, Secretary 634 George Street 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2 30 p. m., Sunday School 6 p. m., Allen's League. 8 p. m., Preaching. Rev. P. J. Jordan, D.D. Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. The Superintendent desires to see both parents and scholars 4.30 p. m., closing services of the Allen C. E. League. Good music and singing. 8 p. m., Special Services. Wm. Butler, Pres. A C. E L.1 H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery St. near Charles Rev. I. N. Ross, D. D., Pastor 7 a. m., Union Class Meeting. 10 a. m., Bible Class. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 6.30 p. m., Allen Endeavor. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Classes Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights. Prayer and praise meeting on Friday, night. PAYNE MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Laurens and Calhoun Streets Rev. James G. Martin, Pastor Parsonage 1160 Calhoun Street 2.50 p. m., Sunday School. 4 p. m., Platform Meeting under the auspices of the Financial Committee of the Sunday School Convention. Speakers: Mrs. G. W. F. McMechen, W. O. McCard Esq., Revs. I. N. Ross and A. L. Gaines. 6 p. m., Allen C. E. League. Topic: "Religious Reading, What and Why," Psalm 119:129 136 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. J. O. Custiel. James E. Neal, Supt. Nehemiah Haughton, Vice Pres. A. C. E. L. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle St. Rev. S. M. Johnson, D. D. Pastor 6.30 a. m., Early Meeting, Charles Turner, Leader. 11 a. m., Sermon by Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sabbath School. 5 to 6 p. m., A.C.E. League. Special program. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by Pastor. H. Whitington, Pres. League. T. J. Holliday, Supt. 3RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Robert St. G. P. Rodgers, Pastor. Sabbath (Saturday) Service Sabbath School 10 a. m. Preaching 11.30 a. m. Sunday night, May 23rd, 7.15 p. m. subject: "Can the United States Keep Out of the War?" All are invited. Come and bring a friend. FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. E. CHURCH Cor. Orchard and Tessier Sts. Rev. L.C. Curtis, D.D., Pastor Parsonage, 1232 Argyle Ave. 1 a. m., Special Sermon by a Pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Edward T. Martin, Sup. 3.30 p. m., special sermon to the Ladies' Aid, by a Friend. 4 p. m. Class meeting. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by Pastor. Everybody is welcome to our services Frederick Dabney, See'y. C. H. Hanley, Treas. GALILEE C. M. E. CHURCH Mount St., between Baker and Presbury Sts. Rev. W. David Wood, Pastor 10 a. m., Bible Institute. 11 a. m., Preaching. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. Lewis. Miss Emma Gilmor, Supt. Johh Wade, Chorister. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton St. near W. Baltimore St. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor. 10 a. m. Class. 11 a. m., Stranger. 2 p. m. Sunday School. 6.30 p. m., closing of the Christian Endeavor. 8 p. m., Annual Sermon to the U. O. of Seven Wise Men, by the Pastor. At 10 p. m., a visit by Dr. Jordan of Allen A. M. E. Church, and Dr.Virgil, of St. Paul M. E. Church, with their congregations. All welcome to our new church Robert Johnson, Pres. C. E. T. H. McGowan, Supt. C. Y. W. C. A.; 1200 Druid Hill Avenue Sunday, May 23rd, 1915, 5 o'clock HELPING DAY Miss Emma Mitchell, Chairman. A good program will be rendered. Miss Charlotte Davage, Pres. Miss E. E. Bright, See'y. SPORTING EVENTS, PAST, PRESENT AND TO COME JOHNSON WINS AFRO-AMERICAN MARATHON RACE Dark Horse Easily Oudistances Favorites and Breaks Last Year's Record PAGE TOO HOT FOR JONES Last Year's Winner Run Off His Feet by Speedboys Johnson, Boley and Finney Nearly five thousand people lined the course and crowded around the finish last Saturday morning to witness the second annual five-mile Marathon Race under the auspices of the Afro-American Ledger which was won by Robert Earl Johnson, running for Morgan College in the fast time of 33 minutes and 23 seconds. Although the runners would not, if started on time, finish until about 12 o'clock, as early as 9 o'clock the crowd commenced to gather around the Afro-American office, to secure points of vantage to witness the finish of the race, which in points of interest and general enthusiasm was the most successful ever held in this city. The day was an ideal one for the race and it was expected by those who knew that last year's record by Tom Jones of 84 minutes and 15 THE WINNER THE MASTER seconds, would be equalled if not broken, and it remained for Earl Johnson who clipped nearly a minute from Jones' record, to prove their predictions. That the race boasted of better and more experienced runners this year cannot be gainsaid, and it was due to the fast pace set at the beginning that a many of the runners were compell- ed to give up or were overcome. Upon the arrival of Dr. F. N. Cardoza, one of the official physicians of the race, with his automobile, the officials were whisked away to the start of the race, where the runners were numbered and checked off. A little later a band of Boy Scouts with other officials were driven off, in Captain George Brown's big brown Michigan, and distributed as flag men over the part of the course that ran thru Drudg Hill Park, while other Boy Scouts with their leader were sent out over the course thru the city to flag the runners at each corner. Meantime the runners had gathered under the trees just opposite the start of the race, had dressed themselves, and were eager for the sound of the starter's pistol, that would send them off on a five-mile test of strength and endurance. THE RUNNING TEAM THE FIRST BATTLE OF THE WORLD WAR II Boy Scout holding back crowd in front of Afro-American Building A A Boy Scout Flagging Runners for about fifteen minutes by two runners from Washington, who had a little difficulty in finding the place. This only served to increase the nervous tension among the runners, who were eager to have the thing over and done with. Upon their arrival, however, the runners were promptly ordered to the scratch, and lined up for a picture, and all got away to a flying start a few moments later, at the crack of the starter's pistol. They had not gone far on Park Heights avenue before they had strung themselves out in pairs and bunches. first one and then another runner forging to the lead. It was the general belief among the contestants that Boley, and Bannister, together with the Washingtonians would be the real contestants for first place. Boley did not disappoint them, nor did the Washingtonians, for both were well in the lead of the other for the greater part of the entire race, but Bannister due to a severe cramp at the start did not get away good until he entered Druid Hill Park. Meantime Johnson, the winner, Tom Jones, last year's winner, and Boley were fighting for the lead. At the entrance to the Park Boley was leading with Johnson right behind him, and Jones and Finney, of the Dunbar, close on the leaders' heels. Bannister was the 19th man to pass the checker at this point. The three leaders maintained this order thru the park, while Love, of Washington forced Finney into fifth place, and Bannister climbed to eleventh place. Between the Fulton avenue, entrance to the Park, and Laurens and Fulton avenue, Jones, for some unexplained reason dropped out of the race, and ran home. At this junction Johnson passed Boley, Finney came up thrd, and Boulding of Howard came up to fourth place. Love, had been compelled to quit meantime, on account of trouble with his stomach. Johnson and Boley raced down Laurens street almost neck and neck. Bannister had struck his stride, and was coming fast, getting up to 7th place. Dorsey, of Astoria, who had been running a steady race throughout, and entered the Park in 8th place, had come up to fifth place as he passed the corner of Division and Laurens and McCulloh streets, with Boulding of the Washington Y. M. C. A. immediately behind him. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Some of the Scouts Who Worked Valiantly Last Saturday Between Laurens and McMechen on Division, however the Washington lad passed him, only to be passed himself by Dorsey on McCulloh street above Lafayette. When they again struck McCulloh street the Washington boy distanced Dorsey, and also his comrade from Washington. By the time Johnson reached McCulloh and Biddle streets he had so far distance Boley that he was able to stop for a brief moment, taking quiet a siesta at the Provident Hospital steps, but as the form of his close contestant came around the corner he broke into a swift run and ran across the finishing line nearly a full minute ahead of his nearest competitor, amid the cheers of the great crowd that had assembled. While it cannot be gainsaid that Johnson ran a wonderful race, Boley must also be credited with having put up a remarkable performance, having met with a serious accident in his mail cart only a few weeks previous to the race but gamely disdaining his injuries to train for the event which covered him with glory, although he did not win. The order in which the runners finished is as follows: Some of the Scouts Who Wor 1. Robert Earl Johnson, Morgan College. 2. Daniel Bolev, Tea Rose Social. 3. James T. Finney, Dunbar A. A. 4. Henry Boulding, Wash. Y. M. C. A. 5. Aaron Boulding, Howard University. 6. M. Q. Dersey, Astoria A. A. 7. Isaac Bannister, Morgan College. 8. Clarence Ensley, Monark P. S. 9. Emerson Hillen, Astoria A. A. 10. Lawrence Evans, Phalanx P.S. 11. Harry W. Patterson, Unattached. 12. Arthur Jorden, Golden Arrow P. S. 13. Leland Finney, Dunbar A. A. 14. James Bantum, Dunbar A. A. 15. Joseph C. Williams, Howard University. 17. E. Wilson Jackson, St. Mary's A. A 18. Charles Fields, Clef Jr. P. S. 19. Irvin Bevans, Dunbar A. A. 20. Calvin LeCompte, C. H. S. 21. James Arthur Jones, Astoria A. A. 22. CharlesCollins, Dunbar A. A. 23. Calvin Nichols, Trinity S. S. 24. Sydney Burrell, Unattached. 25. Robert L. Wallace, Morgan ```markdown ``` 26. Wm. Carr, Dunbar A. A. Prizes for the race will be awarded to the first thirteen men to finish and to the Dunbar Club for having the most men to finish within the first 15 (3), at the Richmond Market Armory, Tuesday evening May 25, the occasion of the Shirtwaist Dance and Contest by the Maryland Home for Friendless Colored Children. All winners will be given free tickets to the entertainment. A special sermon will be preached to the Marathon Runners by Dr. A. J. Mitchell, pastor of Ames Memorial Church on this Sunday night at 8 o'clock, at the above nannied church. The subject will be "Christian Marathon Runners." All runners are especially urged to come out and hear this sermon, as Dr. Mitchell is an able speaker and the only and first minister who has felt a sense of appreciation sufficient to warrant the preaching of a special sermon for the Marathon runners. Come out one and all and you will not regret it. The management of the race and the Afro-American Co., wish to ex- arked Valiantly Last Saturday press their appreciation and thanks to the Drs. F. N. Cardoza, Harry F. Brown, John C. Robinson, and D. Grant Scott, for their efficient services which were so freely given; to Captain George Brown, for his keen interest and use of his "big brown Michigan," and the Boy Scouts, thru Mr. Charles A. Carey, who rendered such valuable assistance in keeping the crowd from the finishing course, flagging the runners alone the entire course, and rendering first aid to the injured at the finish. Also to any and all who helped in any way to make the race the success that it was. SIDELIGHTS ON THE RACE The best man won. It is said that a certain prominent physician was offering to bet 100 tol that Jones would win. It's a good thing bookmakers were not allowed at the start for that physician would no doubt now be filing a petition in bankruptcy. We must insist that scorer Webb get another top-piece for next year's race. Whatever Capt. Brown does is done thoroughly. He left his auto in the hands of the Sporting Editor (who knows as much about automobiles and running them as a fish knows about walking) to eject an unruly cycler who gave him some "back talk," from the course. He nearly ran over others who refused to stop interfering with the runners. The Boy Scouts were as much pleased to render us some assistance as we were to have them. We would hate to think of "Tom" Jones as a "quitter." Johnson won the race and apparently had enough wind left to go a few more miles. We wish we had enough medals to give everyone that finished one, for they certain deserved something. That's one of the disadvantages of being in the newspaper business. CISFIED WITH YOUR EYES? train that sometimes results from work can likely be relieved by the Free of all obligation, consult the LOCAL COMPANY, because here is no satisfaction. 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C Hair work of all kinds made to o Shampooing, Scalp Treatment and Hair Pomade and Tonic Instruct ALL IS READY FOR ASTORIA MEET TODAY Indications Are That A Record- Breaking Crowd Will Wit- MORGAN HAS BIG ENTRY LIST Old "College on the Hill" Placing Herself on the Map in The spirit of athletics and interest in sports have been demonstrated by the local athletes in regard for the Great Outdoor Meet. Every minute in the afternoon of this week; entrants could be seen at the Astoria Headquarters. Morgan has really put herself on the map by putting in 23 men in this meet. St. Mary's has 12 men and 10 men in the Boy's Brigade. There are 65 boys representing School 108, 109, 110, 112 and 118. The High School has 10 men in, all eager to make a reputation for themselves and their clubs. The track will be in bloom with 125 men and boys, who shall quit themselves as full-blooded athletes. The P. A. L. has put all her force in action in order that the truck and other necessary equipment will be in good order for the meet. Dr. Burdick will be on hand with all his assistants at 12 M. on Saturday. As the meet has the sanction of the A. A. U., every entrant must be registered. All records will be honorably recognized. The Astorias have been greatly supported by the prominent citizens of the race and they also feel that a great work shall be accomplished. Mr. Sporting Editor has been the great booster of the meet and he also receives our thanks and appreciation. The following are the runners: MORGAN COLLEGE Aston Thompson, Albert Valentine, James Carter, Charles Rusk, Continued on Page 4 THE STAR HAIR GROWER A/WONDERFUL HAIR DRESSING AND CROWER THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfr. 1113 Clark Street Evanston, Ill. in the COLUMBIA Circle, The Spanish-American Drill to be church as a drill groc Four but Faithful Circle Bay Scouts and for the Elephant Lodge No. 6, E. Bethel Drill Corps No. 5, E. Inst Church next Friday grievais and faire the R. Perseverance E. of R. Perseverance is going to be quite a swell peace o. the newspaper doctors and DEATH OF AN OLD TEACHER Rev. George T. Watkins, Laid to Rest After A Well-Spent And Useful Life Rev. George T. Watkins, one of the best known teachers in this city prior to the Civil War, died at the name of his son, Rev. John L. E. Watkins, at Berwyn, Pa., last Friday. He was the son of Rev. William Watkins, a noted teacher in his time. The deceased was born in Baltimore in 1828. Rev. Mr Watkins received a good education and when a young man opened a private school on Tessier street, near Orchard. His students included Baltimoreans who were not slaves and his school became widely known. Later the school was moved on Courtland street opposite where the Health Department is now located. Rev Watkins entered the ministry in 1550. He has served as pastor of Metropolitan Church, Washington, old Tessier Street, Boston, Ephesenzer and Trinity A. M. D. Churches, enric city. He later pastored in New Jersey, but was superannuation a few years ago. His last appearance in this city was several years ago, when he preached at Ephesenzer Church. The deceased was an omnivorous reader and continued to manifest interest in the affairs of the world until the time of his death. The dear minister is survived by three daughters and two sons. The remains were brought to this city and interred in Laurel Cemetery. A dedication of African Methodist met the body at Union Station. PEACE DAY CELEBRATED peace. O. Allen Louge-M gran. consis the newspaper Writing Work internationalized refining. Wk of the provisions was Sirin- duty of Genent and original. Migs written on the treaty. Special attention was paid to the fact that there has been 100 years of peace among English speaking people. Attendance officers of the Bureau of Compulsory Education began to take the annual school census on friday. We now have three Negro Propation Officers. With three bands of music, 1700 Nero Knights of Pythias marched alone streets lined with people on Sunday afternoon to the Olympia Theatre on Broad street to celebrate their 28th anniversary. Rev. W. F. Granam preacned the sermon. Dr. John P. Turner was master of ceremonies. Corrine Payne of 907 N. 13th street was acquitted Monday of manslaughter before Judge Daiston in Quarter Sessions Court. Rev. John W. Johnson, rector of St. Cyprian P. E. Church, New York City, was in the city on Sunday, assisting in the celebration of the 68th anniversary of the founding of the church of the Crucifixion at 5 p.m. and Bainbridge streets. Mrs. Porten, president, and Miss Caroline S. Bond, secretary of the Y. W. C. at Mount Clair, N.J., were visitors to the Y. W. C. A. last week. The Hon. Harry W Bass will deliver the oration to the graduating class of the Union Industrial Training School at Willington, Del., on Thursday, May 27th. Miss Beatrice Perry, bookkeeper at the Tribune office is rapidly recovering at her home in West Philadelphia, from recent fall. Runs Raised for the Age and Thin- M. Mrs. Thomas H. Lloyd was in charge of the annual dinner and fair held for the benefit of the Home For Aged and Inherited Women in Pittsburgh on Thursday, May 20, from 12 m. to 10:30 p.m. The home is supported by voluntary contributions and by funds gained at entertainments given by friends of the institution from time to time. The dinner and fair held Thursday were well partonized. Literary Activities of John E. Bruce. John: E. Bruce of Yonkers. N. L. is contributing editor of the Saturday News. Hopkinsville, Ky., and also the Sun, at Washington. He has severed his connection with the New York News. New York. Mr. Bruce is pres- ident of the Society For Historical Be- search in his home town. Choral Club to Give Closing Concert. The nineteenth annual concert of the North Side Choral club in Pittsburgh will be held on Tuesday evening, May 25, in the Washington field house. Conductor Joseph R. Walker will be in charge of the music. The choral will render Gadels's "Spring Messenger" part songs (a capella) and Coleridge-Taylor's "Hiawatha's Wedding Feast." This concert will be the most elaborate musical event of the spring given by the club and the last for this The Junior Choir of Ames is largely composed of young girls. They are rendering splendid service to the church and community. On Friday nigh, May 14th, they accompanied the pastor to Israel Baptist Church and rendered splendid program and on Sunday night May 16th they sang at Allen A. M. E. Church. At the regular monthly meeting of young women's auxiliary to the Woman's Home Missionary Society several new members joined and after the regular routine of business a social hour was enjoyed and refreshments were served. The young girls will find a place in Ames Church life as soon as she joins. The Girls of Ebenezer are working. The Empty Stocking Club is growing rapidly. They are banced together for the uplift of their community and race. Forward is the watchword, as they march along. A club has been organized at the Y. W. C. A. known as the "Friendship Club." They have quite a few members and all are interested to the greatest extent. They hope to be of great service to the Y. W. C. A. in the future. The Girl's Club of the Y. W. C. A. is going to give a June Festival for the purpose of raising funds for their campaign pledge. Let every one go and spend an evening of pleasure with the girls. The girls of the Teacher's Training School are preparing to give a spring entertainment. It promises to be the best ever given. Papers, recitations and sojos will be rendered by different members of the school. The Sunday School Social of Girls of this city is hoping to have an exhibit of their work at the Great Sunday School Convention in July at Bethel A. M. F. Church. The camp fire girls should begin to prepare for their summer camping. One week's camping in the country would be of a great help to the girls. The food could be carried in a wagon or by the girls. They can find a plenty of water in the country so they would not have to worry about that. Some of the foods camp fire girls take with them are as follows:—nacon, eggs, coffee, sugar, tea, cocoa, cream of wheat, butter, salt and pepper, bread, crackers, cheese, potatoes, iard, flour, fruit of the season and vegetables. How many girls are interested in the Home Garden? So many girls clubs are interested in this sort or work. The girl can make the garden a money-maker. You do not have to have an acre to begin with. You do not have to have machinery with motor power or supplied by horses. You can obtain more from your brain power [than from horse power. You can learn that a great deal can be accomplished from the use of the home garden. For the pastry cook.—To prevent cakes, pies and other pastry from burning on the bottom, sprinkle the bottom of the oven with fine, dry salt and your cakes and pies will bake perfectly. E. L. T. For removing stains.—Equal parts of turpentine and amonia will remove paint from clothing, no matter how hard it is caked on. Borax will remove the leather stains made by the shoes on white or light colored stockings. Amonia will remove grease stains from white goods. Either will remove stains without leaving a ring on the material. Spirits of camphor will take off peach stains. Walnut Wafers. One cupful of butter, one and one-half cupsful sugar, two and one-half cupsful flour, three eggs, two cupsful English walnut meats one teaspoonful baking powder. Cream the butter and sugar together, add the eggs, well-beaten. Put two cupful of the chopped walnut meats in one-upful of the flour and mix thoroughly, and add this to the butter and sugar mixture. Sift the baking powder with the remainder of the flour and add the last thing. Drop by spoonful into buttered tins, dust with granulated sugar, and place half a walnut meat on center of each one. Bake in moderate oven. If the dough is too stiff to drop nicely from a spoon, add a little milk, but be careful not to get it too thin, or they will run together. Charles Watkins Goes Into Business. Charles Watkins, the salesman of the Story & Clark Piano company of St. Louis who won the bonus from this company for being among the best salesmen during the year 1914, has gone into business for himself at 2005 Laclede avenue, St. Louis. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Doctors' Bills, Nurse Bills, Medicine Bills and Dollars--By Going to Provident Hospital 413-15 W. BIDDLE ST. Bed, food, medicine, attention of trained nurses, and doctors day and night, all for $5.00 per week. Apply to Dr. D. Grant Scott, Superintendent At the Hospital. Mt. Ver. 4356 Our staff consists of some of the best physicians in the city among whom are the following: among whom are the following: E. J. Wheatley, Wm. T. Carr, L. V. Fitzgerald, S. E. Hughes, Wm. H. Wright, C. H. Fowler, H. F. Brown, D. C. Scott, J. Edw. Fisher, J. H. Tombkins Edw. Short, H. G. C. Crissell, T. S. Hawkins, J. C. Robinson, F. N. Cardozo, E. N. Rhetta, Wm. E. Harris, H. S. McCard. RIGHTWIND REALY FOR THE EXPOSITION There will be held in the City of Richmond, Va., from July 5 to 27, a marathon Exposition and Celebration in commemoration of the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Emancipation of the Negro under the auspices of the Negro Historical and Industrial Association. For this purpose the United States Government, by an act of Congress, has appropriated fifty-five thousand dollars. While this amount was a small item, it carried with it the National endorsement to hold this Exposition. As a further evidence of this fact, President William and his Cabinet will visit the Exposition either on the opening or some other day. Large exhibits will be sent to Richmond from nearly every industrial school in the country. The colored people, as a unit, are preparing a collection of specimens of our progress in fifty years. The nation expects to see at this Exposition the best evidence of trust and progress of the Negro, and should this event fall short of the expectations of the Government and other spectators, it would do more to retard the race than could be overcome in a generation. The white people are much interested in the success of this Exposition and are working in harmony with the colored people to make the Exposition an event for which the nation will be proud. Tens of thousands of them will visit the Exposition to commend or condemn the strides of the Negro in the last fifty years. The philanthropists, who in the past have contributed their millions, will be there, and should the Negro make a poor showing, it would, in many instances, discourage those who are contributing to the uplift of the race. It is hoped, therefore, that every member of the race will do something toward making this the desired success. They should take personal interest in this Exposition not only in sending spendiid exhibits of every kind worthy of demonstration, including agriculture, but they should visit the Exposition by the tens of thousands. They should come from every section of the country. This is not for any individual nor body of individuals, but for the benefit of the entire race. It is a race institution. It must be a success; for a failure will reward the race. This Exposition will be held in a beautiful park of more than one hundred acres of land enclosed, with a large number of buildings and a pavilion with a capacity to accommodate fifty thousand people, and a splendid race track. The grounds will have all of the modern improvements, and is one of the best Exposition sites in the country. It is right in the city. One five-cent street car fare will be sufficient to reach the grounds from any section of the city. $ ^{5} $ All of the railroads and steamboat lines will furnish reduced rates to enable everybody to attend without any financial strain. 2 The colored people have established City Headquarters at 9 West Leigh Street for the purpose of locating homes and accommodations for the visitors. Board and lodging can be secured at the same price as if there were no Exposition. The committee in charge of the Headquarters has notified the people that no extra charges will be permitted on account of this Exposition. If any should attempt this, the committee will boycott them, and they will not be permitted to receive any guests during this celebration. Consequently, it will be plainly seen that every safeguard will be thrown around the attention of train- ors day and night, all Scott, Superintendent M. Mt. Ver. 4356 the best physicians in the city Fitzgerald, S. B. Hughes, Wm. H. Wright, Eow. Fisher, J. H. Tombkins, Edw. Short, son, F. N. Cardozo, E. M. Rhetta, Wm. E. visitors to this city during the Expo- sition. To prevent a conflict with the Chicago, Exposition, we are closing ours in July. Do not forget the date—July 5 to 27. For further information, write Colonel Giles B. Jackson, President. The Negro Historical and Industrial Association, 511 North Second Street, Richmond, Va. Advi. Afro American Business ...Directory... Herbert Armstead 569 Oxford St. Baltimore, Md. Carpenter and Builder Cementing, General lot Contracting Immenses愈敏性 given J. R. ASKEW The Hair Cutting King Solicits the parronage of those who seek particular service 1802 Druid Hill avenue L. SMOTHERS Cementer, Plasteres, Whitewasher and ...Britch Work... 721 BAKER STREET Drop Postal Low Estimate JOHN A. BISHOP Funeral Director and Embal 1107 DRUID HILL AVE. C. & P. Phone Mt. Vernon 854 V. E. TONEY'S ROYAL DINING ROOM 1641 PENNIA AVENUE LODGING IN THE DAY OR WEEK Ice Cream Wetlands & Kernal. Orders Prompt & Attended To. Phone Mad. 4530 Formerly 2101 Division Street W. A. RILEY ... Shaving Parlor ... All Styles of Hair Cutting: Hair, Children's Hair Cutting Ice, Electric Massage Electric Shampooing 1537 Penna. Ave. near Mechen C. & P. Phone Frank A. Simmons HOUSE PAINTER GEO. F. BLACKISTONE 1216 PENNA. AVENUE Opt. N. W. Polices Station SHOE REPAIRING While YOU WAIT My work has no coul. My Price can't be bear! Work called for and delivered. OLIVER J. CAULK ...House Painter.. ...And Paper Hanger.. 2143 Druid Hill Avenue. Madison 1029. House Painting, Glazing, Graining Enameling Floors Stained—Varnished or Waxed. Leaky Roofs Cemented and Painted. "Billy" Sunday's Book Get It, Read It, and It Will Help You We Buy Your Antiques Such as old tenders, candiesticks 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 shipping to any part of city or country. Phone-Mt. Vernon 4010-M WHAT ARE COLORED MEN DOING IN BUSINESS??? READ THE COMMERCIAL COLLEGE OUTLOOK A monthly magazine published by Commercial College Students! Howard University, Wash.D.C. 50 Cents for School Year Mishael Jones, Editor in Chief Phone Madison: 3818-M "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, structure, gravel, organic weakness, weak back, varicose, lost vitality, impaired memory, swollen parts, discharges, or any disease resulting from indurations or overwork—it matters not how long standing—be not discouraged because you have consulted other physicians and received no benefit. THE BALTMORE SPECIALIST CURIES WHERE OTHERS HAVE FAILED, and he will cure you as sure as you go to him for treatment. SPECIALIST CURES WHERE ONE will cure you as sure as you go to him for THE BALTIMORE SPECIALIST special diseases of both sexes, and his su- quickly and permanently has aroused the Specialists as well as doctors generally. NO INCURABLE CASES TAKEN. CONSULTATION FREE. All Diseases Treated — Patients starting rates. ....THE BALTIMORE JM 75. Gay St., Room 415, Fourth Floor Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday CURES WHERE OTHERS HAVE FAILED. and he are as you go to him for treatment. MORE SPECIALIST has made a life study of all both sexes, and his success in curing these diseases so nently has aroused the wonder, as well as the envy, of as doctors generally. ALL CURES GUARANTEED. CASES TAKEN. ATION FREE. —Patients starting this week cured half the regular BALTIMORE MEDICAL OFFICE.... from 115. Fourth Floor, take elevator, Baltimore, Md. m. to 1 p.m. Sundays & Holidays, 10 a. m. to 8 p. m. Telephone Established 1896 R. H. BUTLER THE BALTIMORE SPECIALIST has made a life study of all special diseases of both sexes, and his success in curing these diseases so quickily and permanently has aroused the wonder, as well as the envy, of Specialists as well as doctors generally. ALL CURES GUARANTEED. NO INCURABLE CASES TAKEN. CONSULTATION FREE. All Diseases Treated.—Patients starting this week cured half the regular rates. THE BALTIMORE MEDICAL OFFICE..... 75. Gay St., Room 415. Fourth Floor, take elevator, Baltimore, Md. Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays & Holidays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. --- I hereby states why his Sewing Machine business holds an extra high place in comparison to other pieces of same business. First—Our Prices and terms of payment are absolutely less. the Best Repair, Work and Prices Less rural dull times, when a SINGER MACHINE quoted the people find the right place I Druid Hill Avenue LAKE STEAMSHIP COMPANY R I R I V E R L I N E more, York River Landings and Richmond Daily except Sunday $2.50 one way, $4.50 round trip. £2.00 Second Class waterrooms containing two berths, $1.00 NE between Baltimore, Norfolk and Old Point Daily except Sunday $2.50 one way, $5.00 Round Trip. £2.00 second class Absolutely the Best Repairi owing to general dull times, wh is wanted' the peoplefi 1211 Druid B CHESAPLAKE STEAM YORK RIVER Between Baltimore, York River Daily except S Fares—First class $2.50 one way. $4.50 All staterooms containing CHESAPLAKE LINE between Baltimore Daily except Fares—First class $2.00 one way. $5.00 Absolutely the Best Repair, Work and, Prices Less owing to general dull times, when a SINGER MACHINE is wanted' the people find the right place 1211 Druid Hill Avenue CHESAPEAKE STEAMSHIP COMPANY YORK RIVER LINE Between Baltimore, York River Landings and Richmond Daily except Sunday Fares—First class $1.50 one way. $4.50 round trip. £2.00 Second Class All staterooms containing two berths. $1.00 CHESAPEAKE LINE between Baltimore, Norfolk and Old Point Daily except Sunday Fares—First class $1.00 one way. $5.00 Round Trip. £2.00 second class "HAIRDRESSER TO SOCIETY" Of Course there are other AIRDRESSERS BUT ONLY ONE ..POINDEXTER.. EXPERT MANICURING AND MASSAGING DRUID HILL AV Phone Mt. Vernon 552 M AD-OTHERS FOLLOW I carry a full line of Human Hair Goods Cunningham made in puffs and braids MADAME J. CREDITT'S Hair Dressing, Face Massage and Manicuring Parlors 1140 Druid Hill Avenue Entrance on Dolphin St., 3rd floor. MME. KING'S HAIR DRESSING, MANICURING AND MASSAGE PARLOPS Dermal Treatment 1514 Pennsylvania Ave. NEAR SMITH STREET Phone: Madison 212-323-6000 SMITH'S HAIR DRESSING For softening the hair and making it easy to comb. Removes dandruff. Makes roots of the hair healthy. PRICE 10 CENTS AB mail orders promptly attended to. MADE BY 223 ROCK STREET BALTIMORE, MD. Physician and Specialist SEWING MACHINE A new booklet just of the press and there is already a great demand for it. It is the Word of God and it will positively be a great help to you. It is FREE. Tell your friends about it. Write for one or call on LEG S. OSMAN, 1625 Pennsylvania Ave., Baltimore, Md. Mine. L. C. Parrish HAIR CULTURING MANKURING AND SCALF TREATMENT JOE F. BOLT 1900 Largest Manufacturer of Hair Preparations in Boston. Largest Importer of Hair Extensions Hair. Trained in two years many years experience. For Growing Hair on Bald Heung and Barn Temples, use Parrish's Never Fall Hair Food, per jar. 25c. and 50c. For Stimulating the Growth of the Hair, use Parrish's Wonderful Hair Tonic, per bottle. 25c. and 50c. For Cleaning the Hair and Scalp, ass Parrish's Head Wash, per jar. 25c. For Cleaning and Softening the Skin, use Parrish's Velet Liquid Powder, per bottle. 25c. and 50c. For Developing and Beautifying the Skin, use Parrish's Orange Flower Skin Food, per jar. 25c. We manufacture all other kinds of Toilet Articles—Hand Made Natural Looting Wigs, Switches, Braids, Puffs, etc. Free Catalogues. Parrish's Never Fall Hair Food is absolutely one of the best hair preparations of the market. It stops the hair from Splitting at the ends and falling out. It will make your Hair Grow. It is praised by people in all sections of the country. Send 10 cents for a sample jar. A test wanted. Write for terms. Mint. L. C. PARRISH 95 Camden St..Boston.Mass. Phone 888 R Tromont. Mention this paper when writting. HOTEL DALE Cape May, N. J. Mr. James Stamper, of Boston, Mass., have returned after spending a week with his sister, Mrs. Estella Summerville, 913 Argyle avenue: THE HOTEL Mrs. Eliza Cole, of 238 N. Arlington avenue, who has been confined to her home for two weeks with pneumonia, is slowly improving. Where are you going Saturday, May 29? To Brown's Grove with Grace Presbyterian Church. Come along. Mrs. Rosa E. Bowen, of New York, formerly of this city, spent Sunday as the guest of her sister, Mrs. Jennie Bannon, of Kelley avenue, Mt. Washington. Where are you going Saturday, May 29? To Brown's Grove with Grace Presbyterian Church. Come along. EASY PAYMENTS ARRANGED SEWER CONNECTIONS Mrs. E. J. Holt and son, Tyler Holt, of, 1711 Lorman street, are spending the week-end withMr. P. P. Tyler, Centerville, Md. ```markdown ``` Mr. Albert Gray, of 715 N. Charles street, left the city last week. for a three-week stay at Atlantic City on the advice of his physician having been somewhat indisposed for several weeks. WE GUARANTEE OUR WORK AND DO IT PROMPTLY AND NEATLY Where are you going Saturday, May 29? To Brown's Grove with Grace Presbyterian Church. Come along. Mrs. Sarah Vodery, of 2023 Oak street, is still seriously ill at her home. Lot of satisfied Customers in every section of the city. Phone St. Paul 7557, or better send Postal for estimate Charles S.Butter Representative 244 N;Amy Street Rev. and Mrs. J. D. Jackson left the city this week for their new charge of the A. M. E. Church in Salisbury, Md. CLARKE L. SMITH Attorney and Counselor at Law.. Office: 21 E. Saratoga St. Phone: St. Paul 2367 Residence: 1805 Druid Hill Ave. Phone: Madison 4180-Y Practice in all the Courts. Special attention to Real Estate Transactions STAR PLUMBING CO., 919 East Lombard Street RESIDENCE PHONE VERNON 6530 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. 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 Pressman St. The Juvenile Council of the Court of Calanthe, K. of P. of the Maryland Jurisdiction of N. A., S. A., E. A., A. & A. WILL HAVE THEIR ANNUAL SERMON AT BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Sunday Afternoon, May 23rd, 1915, at 2.30 o'clock All members of the Order of Calanthe are ordered to be present Music by the Calanthe Choir, Lula S. Richardson, Directress Charlotte Giles, Grand Deputy Rosa J. Richardson, Grand Worthy Counsellor Hattie Cain, Grand Register of Deeds All Hail to His Liberty's Chieftain Grand Welcome Reception in honor of Dr. I. N. Ross Pastor of EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Under auspices of Stewardesses, assisted by the various organizations of the Church Monday Evening, May 31st, 1915 CARDS OF ADMISSION 15 CENTS Mrs. Jennie Doughty, Chairman Mrs. Mary L, Crew, Treasurer Mrs. Sarah E. J. Brown, Secretary Mr. Charles S. Tolson, Master of Ceremonies All Patriotic Citizens will be with the Employees of the Postoffice and Custom House In their Outing at Greenwood Electric Park, Catonsville Monday, May 31st, 6 to 12 P. M. Music furnished by the Famous Commonwealth Band Good Music Good Order Plenty of Fun ADMISSION 25 CENTS Walter M. Evans, Pres. Charles C. Woodland, Sect. Charles A. Parker, Treasurer A Great Spelling-Bee Contest At Ames Memorial M. E. Church THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 10th, 1915 Five Dollars in Prizes will be awarded the Three Best Spellers. The first prize $2.50 in gold; second prize $1.50; third prize $1.00. The words that shall be used in this contest will be found on page 2 of this paper. This contest is positively open to all upon equal terms, boys and girls, men and women old and young. A program will precede the contest. The admission will be 10 Cents. All who pay the admission price are eligible to enter the contest and compete for the prizes. FOR SALE--TWO & THREE STORY HOUSES One 3-story 1100 block N. Carey, 5 private bed rooms, sewerage connections; furnace in cellar; in first class condition. 1 3-story 500 block Pressman street, ground rent 56, sewer connections 1 3-story, Argyle avenue; ground rent £56, sewer connections Several 3 story houses 1700 block McCulloh St. Easy terms and sewers connected Several 3 story houses, 700 block West Saratoga street Several 2 and 3-story houses, 1000 and 1100 bld. N. Carrollton avenue Siveler 3 story houses 500 block Bloom street; sewers connected, easy terms Several first class investments in 2100 block Etting street. One first class investment in 800 block Pierce St. sewers connected, Very low g. r. Several first-class 3 story 8 bed-room, sewerage connection, 400 block W. Hoffman St. One 3 story, 1400 block Myrtle ave, and many others in all parts of the city. Postal or telephone Madison 4850 Y will bring me to the door. PHILIP H. PRATT. 1322 ARGYLE AVENUE STOKES and DERRY'S 1016 Druid Hill Avenue, Cor. Oxford THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGE R ```markdown ``` HAPPY EALTHY BUILD A HOME AT That beautiful strictly colored suburb to secure your building site for your future home Out in the open. Free from unhealthy and narrow streets. Low taxes and no ground rents. Prices at present extremely low for such valuable property. PatapscoParkLandCo. 106 LAW BUILDING Phone: St. Paul 3119 BALTIMORE, MD. Grand Union Excursion to Cambridge, Md. On the New Steamer Starlight MONDAY, JUNE 7TH BY THE JOINT STOCK ASSOCIATION, ORDER OF GALILEAN FISHERMEN Tickets for sale by members of the Order. Buy your tickets early as the number is limited Boat leaves Miller's Whart at 7 a.m. Music by Commonwealth Band. Prof. Chas. Harris, Leader Columbus Gordon, President J. McCauley Dorsey, Sec'y ROUND TRIP. 50 CENTS THE FIRST OF THE SEASON TO BROWN'S GROVE GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH NEW STEAMER STARLIGHT Leaves Miller's Wharf 9 30 A. M., and 2.30 P. M. ON SATURDAY, MAY THE 29th, 1915 THOMPSON'S ORCHESTRA Good Music Friendly People Refreshments Served W. A. Jones, W. H. McAbee, W. W. B. Day, Thomas B. Pendleton, James R. Hawkins, J. N. Fitzgerald, W. C. Jones--Committee Dr. W. Edw. Williams, Minister FARE TO ALL 25 CENTS IT'S THE FIRST MOONIE THIS SEASON ON THE NEW STEAMER STARLIGHT Monday night, May 31st. Boat leaves at 8.40 p.m. TICKETS FIVE JITS Playing all the time—THOMPSON'S ORCHEST RA Assisted by Smith's Famous Tin Band Tickets may be secured from Samuel Hayward, Chairman; J.Edw. Smith, Vice Chairman; Geo, Brent, Sec. J.H. Murphy, Jr., Treas. COME TO BALTIMORE If you do not attend the great Baltimore Conference A. M. E. Sunday School Convention this year, it is your loss. Schools of Method. Discussion of S. S. Problems. Inspiring addresses Chorus of 150 trained voices For further information address E. A. Henderson, 1154 N. Carey St. or 618 N. Caroline St. Miss Sarah R. Jackson 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 SHARING 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 85C. 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 to any part of the country. We invite you to deal with us and be convinced of our prices. FENNELL'S THE BUSY CORNER Druid Hill Ave. at Biddle St. C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M Mt. Auburn Marble Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curling Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds.Mantles. Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue 25 BROWN'S GROVE AND THE NEW STR. STARLIGHT Don't Fail to go on the Fourth Sunday ..Excursion to Brown's Grove.. Sunday, May 23rd The following dates have been booked: 18. Star House, No. 9, G. U. O. E. m. of Jobs. 19. First Independent A. M. B. Church. 20. John Wesley M. E. S. S. 21. Helping Hands of St. John's A. M. S. 22. Sharon Baptist Sunday School. 23. True Reformers. 24. Aladonna Circle. 25. First Baptist S. M. School. 26. First Baptist Sunday School. 27. Ephenezer Baptist Sunday School. 28. Md. Home for Friendsown Children. 10. Cheral Symphony Oratorio Society. 11. Fresh Air and Empty Stocking. 12. Merchants' Club Waiters' Association. 13. Fountain's Baptist Church and S. S. 14. Uniform Dept. K. of P. of Md., to Cumbria. May 31. First-In-Idaho. JUNE 1. Original Tea Rose. 2. Silver Spring Social. 3. Army Reserve Circle. 4. Columbia City. No. 1. 5. Pew but Faithful Circle. 6. Elector Lodge No. 6. K. of F. 7. Bethel Drill Corps No. 6. Cattail K. of P. Derserance Lodge No. K. of F. 8. Allen Lodge Marriage Club. K. of F. 9. Doctors and Coachman Jr. 10. Willing Workers of N. W. Battain. 11. Uniform Dept. K. of P. of M. 12. Wichitaan. 13. Shriners. 14. Mignouette Pleasure Social. JULY 1. Brown Circle No. 1. of N. Battain. 2. Empty Stocking of Ebenheer A. M. B. 3. Church. 4. St. Paul Court. Harolds of Jethro. 5. Uniform Dept. K. of P. of M. 6. Dorcas Court No. 11. Nasarites. 7. I. O. C. Association. 8. Parsonage Society of Perkine Sq. Baptist Church. 9. Evanwil M. E. Church. 10. Auxiliary of Doctors and Covenant Jr. 1. Carey Southern Star House No. 10, G. N. O. of B. S. S. & D. of Jobs. 2. Mt. Olive Baptist S. S.; St. Jane A. U. N. S. S.; Mt. Calvary A. M. E. S. S. 3. St. Mary's Church. JULY 4. Blooming Rose Social. Conference S. S. Convention, A. M. E. Church. 5. Imperial Association. Furniture Men's Association. Perkins Sq. Baptist Church and S. S. S. S. 6. Union Baptist Sunday School. Eva Jenifer Neighborhood Club. Phalanx Sodal. Silver Spring Social. Patricia Drillhle, No. 9, G. U. D. of Harbor Ridge. Asbury M. E. Sunday School. Sharp Street M. E. Sunday School. Macedonia Baptist Sunday School. Epworth League and S. S. of Metro- Having just returned from New York where I took the complete course in Madam C. J. Walker's Celebrated Hair Culture, I wish to introduce to you the superiority of the Walker method. Everywhere we are searching for improvements in methods and efficiency is the cry of the hour. The more you use the Walker method the more you will be drawn irresistibly to the use of it. I am prepared to give the treatment or to teach the method. Walker's Preparations for Sale at 521 Mosher Street MRS. L. J. PECK N. B. Combings made up. Phone: Madison 3236 Y. Young's Hair Food Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25 cent can will convin Scientifically prepared at- YOUNG'S PHARMAC. Drud Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street TWO SERIALS WEEKLY EXPLOITS OF ELAINE RUNAWAY JUNE Every Monday Matinee & Night Every Friday Matinee & Night CHARLIE CHAPLIN In Two Reels-Every Wednesday Matinee 2 p.m. Evenings 6 to 11 Admission 5 Cents The Coolest and Best Ventilated Parlor in the City. TEL. MADISON 3322--Y Harvey R. Williams SANITARY PLUMBING..... SEWERAGE CONNECTIONS JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Compiere $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete A fine casket worth $65.00, in black clot steel gray or white plush highly polished oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearts either black, gray or white, to match casket, as desired; six heated ear riages, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening graves advertise funeral, six pair of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, ear sifix when desired, rugs, chair etc., all of the latest designs.