The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXIII. NO. 42 STORER JOLLEY PASSES AWAY Eminent Churchman, Scholar and Orator Succumbs to Diabetes at His Home Cambridge, Md., June 11.—Rev. Dr. Storer S. Jolly, pastor of Waugh M. E. Church, died at his home, 4 Pine street, from diabetes Thursday night. He had been in ill health for some time. Dr. Jolly was born in Dorchester county about 40 years ago. He was educated at Morgan College, Baltimore; receiving the degree of bachelor of arts in 1897. While in college he was active in debating and was probably the best speaker that was ever graduated therefrom. He received his theological training at Drew Seminary and also pursued advanced courses at Columbia University. He entered the ministry and soon became a leader in the Delaware M. E. Conference. As a lecturer on various subjects he was constantly in demand. During his pastorate here he made many friends, and it was a frequent scene to see half of his congregation whites, all attracted by his eloquence. The deceased was also an active spirit in the work of the Maryland Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias and for the past few years had been the administration floor leader. He leaves a widow. Arrangement for the funeral have not been completed. BALTIMORE GIRL GRADUATES IN BOSTON Miss Gladys O. Washington, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Washington, 523. Mosher street, was graduated on May 27th with the Class of 1915, from the Sargent School of Physical Training, Cambridge, Mass., where she has been a student for the past three years. Miss Washington's exemplary conduct and studious habits won for her the highest esteem and most favorable coment among her large number of classmates. The impression made by her upon the members of the faculty of the school is best attested by the excellent character of the voluntary recommendations given by the several members including Dr. Sargent, founder and president of the school. Miss Washington graduated from the Ba'timore High School' in 1912, and for the past three summers has been director of the playgrounds in this city. "BIRTH OF A NATION" BARRED Springfield, Mass., June 11. Following protests from colored citizens, Mayor Stacy has announced that "The Birth of a Nation" and similar plays designed to foment prejudice against the Negro will not be allowed to be shown here. MISS VANDERALL GRADUATES New York, June 10.—Miss Isabella Vandervall was graduated from the New York Medical College and Hospital for Women Wednesday of last week. MACBETH GETS APPOINTHENT. Los Angeles, June 10.—Hugh E. Macbeth, who formerly edited a newspaper in Baltimore and who is now practicing law here, has been appointed a deputy prosecuting attorney by District Attorney Thomas Lee Woolwine, a Southern Democrat. DR. C. C. C. HOPKINS RE-ELECTED TO WILMINGTON COUNCIL Wilmington, Del., June 10.—Councilman John O. Hopkins was re-elected to the City Council from the Sixth Ward in the municipal election last Saturday, receiving 600 votes and beating the Democratic candidate by a plurality of 202. Councilman Hopkins was first elected two years ago and has made a good record, as a city father. He has the confidence of his colleagues, as was evidenced by their passing his ordinance last week to prevent the production, here of such plays as "The Birth of a Nation' and "The Nigger." Dr. Hopkins is a native of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, but has resided since he was an infant. He was educated at the Howard High School and the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, graduating from the latter school in 1908. With Dr. Conwell Banton he runs a drugstore at 12th and Walnut streets. He is also engaged in moving picture venture. NORMAL SCHOOL ALUMNI TO HOLD CELEBRATION The Maryland Normal and Industrial School is making extensive preparations for its annual Alumni Day on Thursday June 17. In addition to the customary social and business session, a program has been arranged in which Prof. B.R. Purdum. Asst. Superintendent of Public Education, is listed as the chief speaker. Mr. L. Gregory Hubert, '06, is president of the Alumni Association. AMERICAN UNIVERSITY BONORS YOUNG BOWEN The American University, Washington, D. C., in its first great Convocation, held May 25, 1915, awarded honors of "Fellowships" to rising young scholars throughout the nation. Among these young scholars who were thus honored, is Prof. John Wesley Edward Bowen, Jr., A. M. This young man was born in Baltimore, Md., and is the son of Vice President and Mrs. J. W. E. Bowen, Ph. D., D. D., of Gammon Theological Seminary, Atlanta, Ga. Prof. Bowen is a graduate of Phillips Exeter Academy where he won three scholarships, A. B. Cum Laude from Wesley an University, and A. M. Harvard in 1913. In the year 1913-14 he was Professor of History and Economics for one year in the University of New Orleans. He is now pursuing the course for the doctorate in Harvard University. The American University Fellowship grants him a stipend to continue his philosophical studies there. His major study is American History and his cognate themes Civics, Sociology, etc. WILBERFORCE COMMENCEMENT WILBERFORCE COMMENCEMENT PresidentScarborough Announces That College Has Been Placed on Approved List for the Training of Teachers Wilberforce, O., June 10.—Today begins commencement week at Wilberforce, the fifty-second in the history of the institution. The program includes the usual annual class and alumni reunions, addresses to the literary societies, and session of the trustee. Chaplain G. T. Steward is to preach the Baccalaureate sermon to the graduates on Sunday the 13th. Commencement concludes the week with an address to the degree students by Dr. H. H. Hart, of the Russel Sage Foundation, of New York City. For the next year, President Scarborough has announced that the Combined Normal and Industrial Department of Wilberforce University has been examined by the State Supervisor of Normal Schools and has been placed on the approved list for the training of teachers for elementary schools and special work, such as domestic science, manual training, etc. This recognition by the State Department of Public Instruction means that graduates from this department are entitled to a teacher's four year provisional certificate without examination. After twenty-four months of successful teaching the holder is entitled to a life certificate of the same grade, good anywhere in the state and recognized in thirty-four other states. ANNUAL PRIZE DEBATE AT LINGOLN UNIVERSITY Lincoln University, June 8.—The Philosophian Society defending the affirmative of the question, "Resolved, That the best interests of the United States demand a prompt and substantial increase in our Army and Navy," were the victors over their old rivals, the Garnet Literary Association in their annual prize debate. Alfred Frazier White of Virginia was the winner of the individual prize. Clarence Williams Wood of Virginia won the Junior Orator contet, speaking on the subject of "International Peace." Henry Barton Burton of the British West Indies, subject "A Moral Obligation" took second place. Bachelors degrees were conferred upon thirty graduates, and there were eight recipients of honorary degrees. The commencement address was delivered by the Hon. Clyde Kelly of Pittsburg. Francis Cecil Sumner gave the Latin salutary. Leo Reid Commissions and Alfred Frazier White delivered honorary orations and Norman Alonzo Holmes the valedictory. DUBOIS SPEAKS IN NASHVILLE Nashville, Tenn., June 11.—Dr. William E. B. DuBois, editor of the Crisis, addressed a large audience at Howard Congregational Church Wednesday night. He arrived in the city Sunday night. Besides receiving much social attention while here, he delivered the principal address at the reunion of the alumni of Fisk University. Du Bois, after graduating from the high school at Great Barrington, Mass., took his collegiate course at Fisk. Subsequently he pursued advanced courses at Harvard University, where he received the degree of doctor of philosophy in 1905 PROF. SCARCOROUGH "AFRO" SCOREDBY A.M.E. PREACHERS Resolution Passed by Preachers' Meeting Condemning Paper For Publishing Notice. The account published in the last issue of the Afro-American Ledger regarding the alleged assault that Rev. James G. Martin made upon his in-law, Charles Lacate, at the church created widespread comment. Eyewitnesses of the alleged assault claim that the account as published was true. The A. M. E. Ministers' Meeting, at its weekly session last Monday, took up the cudgels for Rev. Martin, however. Rev. A. L. Gaines introduced resolution criticizing the Afro-American Ledger for publishing the special notice of some members of the church condemning Rev. Martin. Rev. G. F. Bregg said that it was unfortunate that the Afro-American Ledger published anything about the incident, while Rev. F. L. Hertzield expressed sympathy for Rev. Martin and declared that as a Jew he believed in "an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth." Rev. C. H. Murray took a shot at the Afro-American Ledger and said that the ministry must be upheld. Rev. John O. Custis dramatically exclaimed that he believed in a man projecting his family and R. P. W. Wortham declared that his spirit was more militant than that of the minister that he was defending. Rev. Martin arose to speak and told the ministers that his wife had advised him not to talk. "Do as your wife has advised" said President S. M. Johnson and the minister sat down. Rev. Jordan offered a motion cutting off debate and Dr. Gaines' resolution was unanimously passed. None of the ministers, however, denied that Rev. Martin committed the assault. Rev. Mr. Martin told the representative of the Afro-American Ledger that the journal desired to injure him, but he did not state that the news article was untrue in any of its details. MISS JACKSON GETS DEGREE On June 2nd at the Howard University commencement, Miss M. Edna Jackson, of 1335 Argyle avenue, an alumnus of the Baltimore High School, had the degree of Bachelor of Arts conferred upon her and also received a Teachers' Diploma for work in education Miss Jackson has pursued a four-year college course and has specialized in the modern languages. She has given much study to German, in which she has acquitted herself creditably. From her mastering of the language thus far, Miss Jackson promises to be a linquist of no little distinction. PRICE THREE CENTS DR. CARDOZO OUT AS N.A.A.C.P. HEAD Dr. F. N. Cardozo tendered his resignation as president of the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. He has filled the position for the past six years. During the time that he has served the local branch has steadily grown in membership and influence and is regarded as one of the best in the country. Dr. Cardozo has been a tireless worker and led fights against segregation, the exoneration of Charles G. Guth charged with the murder of his chauffeur and in the case of a colored man on Harford avenue who shot some whites that attempted to bombard his home. He and his colleagues arranged for the successful entertainment of the National Association here last year. Despite Dr. Cardozo's hard work there have been men in the association openly opposed to his leadership, and some of these attempted to elect another head last fall. "My interest in the work of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People has not abated one bit," he told a representative of the Afro-American Ledger. I intend to take a lively interest in the work of the local branch. I will retain my place as a member of the executive committee of the general association. The great battle for human rights has just begun and we need the unselfish aid of all. Personal ambition cr malice will aid us in accomplishing anything that will be of advantage to the race. I am extremely grateful to Baltimoreans of all classes for the aid they have given me in my humble efforts for the association." FORREST BROWN WINNER IN SPELLING BEE CONTEST Interest was at fever heat in the spelling bee given at Sharp Street Memorial Church last Friday. The church was well filled with the parents and friends of the 40 contestants. They tried their hardest to spell the words that Assistant Superintendent of Schools Koch fired at them, but 33 were eliminated when Forrest J. Browne, of School 112, Carey and School streets, was announced as the winner. His success means that the school will be given the silver cups offered by Mayor Preston and Capt. George W. Brown, of the steamer Starlight. Gold medals also were awarded to Howard Smith, of School 115, and Lillian Ross, of School 100. Evelyn Brown, of School 110; Edith Johnson, of School 103; Hazel Shorter, of School 110 and George Carrington, of School 113, won the silver medals. The contest waxed hot when all but the medal winners had been eliminated and young Browne was warmly greeted when it became known that he won the prize for his school by coming out first. A musical program was given, and Miss Blanche Calloway delighted the large audience by singing several solos. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONGRESS Birmingham, Ala., June 11. Various phases of Sunday school work were discussed at the Sunday School Congress of the National Baptist Convention, which began its annual session here Wednesday. BOOSTING Y. M. C. A. CAMPAIGN Speakers at Big Mass Meeting Urge Citizens to Pay Pledges So Building Operations Can Be Started. Interest and enthusiasm characterized the Y. M. C. A. mass meeting at Ames Memorial M.E. Church on Monday night. Dr. A. J. Mitchell, pastor of the church, introduced Dr. Lyon, who presided. Dr. Lyon in stating the object of the meeting told of the work of the Citizens Committee in the effort to secure a modern building for men and boys, and pledged the moral and financial support of this section of the city. Secretary Booker of the local branch was the main speaker, and termed the campaign for a new Y. M. C. A., "the greatest movement and the most important movement ever launched in this city in the interest of men and boys." Baltimore as the seventh city to accept the offer of Mr. Julius Rosenwald, but is the eleventh city to start its building. The challenge accepted by Baltimore in 1912 was Mr. Rosenwald $25,000, the white Association $50,000, with the condition that the colored people pay in $15,000, before the actual work of construction begin. $2,800 must be yet paid in before the work can be started. Mr. Rosenwald's offer expires in January 1916, so that there is hard work ahead, if conditions are to be met. Mr. J. H. Murphy, editor of the Afro-American spoke in behalf of the "Boy." Mr. Murphy said: "I am ashamed of Baltimore and the situation in respect to this movement. I was in the West some time ago, visited the buildings in Indianapolis, Chicago, and Kansas City and I was delighted to see these monuments to manhood. I want to see Baltimore fall in line." Dr. W. M. Alexander appealed to the pride of his hearers, urging them to live up to their obligation in this matter. He said: "I have subscribed to this fund but I will be one of two hundred men to pledge more of the fund. We must make good, we can not afford to fail in this movement." More than twenty persons came forth and pledged more than fifty dollars to be paid before July 1st. Others took pledge cards and said that they would report to the office this week. The East Baltimore meeting has been postponed, the exact date will be given later thru these columns. The big central meeting will be held at Bethel A. M. E. Church Tuesday night, June 22nd at 8 p.m. PRIZE WINNERS AT DOG SHOW The Dog Show held under the auspices of the Animal Refugee Association, brought out numerous entries, and served to renew interest in dog breeding. Miss Bertha Young's "Beauty" carried off the second place in the show. Mrs. Curtis W. Carpenter's "Duece" won second prize in the colliel class. Mrs. Annie Chase's "Emperor" likewise carried off a second prize. BAPTISTS TO CONVENE The annual meeting of the Cooperative Baptist Convention will begin at Sharon Baptist Church Monday and continue throughout the week. The first two days will be devoted to the work of the Firstist Young People's Union. R. S. McArthur, president Dr. World's Baptist Alliar of the preach the convention Wednesday night. Re is president of the cr P.C. Nes COLONEL STILL ON THE MOVE Savannah, Ga.—Of course you are not surprised to find that I am still in this world, and I right here in Savannah and the guest of Rev. R. H. Singleton, D. D., one of the leading pastors of Georgia. Dr. Singleton has helped to shape things in this state, and is one of the promotors of affairs down here. He is interested in the educational work of his people, and he is doing some real good work. It is nice to have the pleasure of meeting these strong and good men, and then to tell you about them. Dr. Singleton came here about six years ago, and while he is not the regular pastor of St. Phillips Church, he is acting for the pastor, because he could only serve five years. He has erected here a church costing $47,000, and when he reported at the last annual conference the bishop told him to return until he could find a man, and for him to act as financial agent, which he is doing until the pastor comes. From this you will see that he is a strong man. Right by his side is to be found a strong woman, and that accounts for his success. The wife can do so much to help the husband when they are the right kind. Dr. Singleton is a member of the financial board of the A. M. E. Church. Where have I been, and what have I been doing? I will tell you just as much of this as I think you ought to know, and then there are other things which I shall keep to myself, and what are you going to do about it? Nothing but just keep your mouth closed. I have been in Alabama and spent one night in Montgomery. I did not do much getting around to see many people there. But I shoved on down the road spending Sunday in Pelham, Ga. If you remember I have been in this little town before, and have talked about it. I told about them having one good doctor, Dr. J. H. Williams, and about the leading drug store in the town belonging to us. Monday morning, found me up and doing—that is to say I got out early and started for Quitman, Ga., and spent a whole day and night with Dr. M. Hugh Cobb. He was delighted to have me and just tooted me around in his automobile, just like I was some pumpkins myself. I only spent one day and night there and decided to go down to see Prof. N. W. Collier, of the Florida Baptist College. Now I was not seeking education, because school is out, but I thought I would go there just the same. I reached town, sent my things on out to the school and then went out in town to see what I could see. I went to that big Masonic Temple. A half mile away you can see the building, and on the top about the city "John H. Dickerson Grand Master." Now that little man has done something. I like to see the man who has done something for his people. I just had to shake hands with that man. He is not acquainted with beauty, but he is a worker from the word go. He has called around him some working men, and after designing the work, the craftmer have gone into the places where you get stones. I do not remember just what you call them, but they have brought them out and here stands the monument, a temple like Solomon's. On the front floor of the building stands the bank of Charles Anderson. He is just one of the business men in the world. I want to congratulate the National Negro Business League on having him for treasurer. I was invited to the home of Grand Master Dickerson, but did not get there this time. I will not be able to tell you all about Florida, because I want you to go with me to Camilla, Ga., meet Dr. J. N. Patten, the physician, and then go out in the country and meet T. T. Catchings. I have not told you of this man, and I am glad that I have found him and can let you know about him. He is one of the great men of our people. He is right where he has spent most all of his life. He went to work on the plantation that he now owns, covering 250 acres, on an all-salary, and it was not long before he proposed to buy it from the white man for whom he was working. The, white man fixed the price which he thought was beyond this young Negro's pile, but he dished way down in them old clothes he was wearing found the money, put it down and he now owns the place. It is without a doubt one of the finest country F. DR. F. N. CARDOZO Who at a meeting of the Executive Board of the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, held Tuesday evening, resigned as president of the branch. homes I have ever seen in my life. It has all the modern improvements. He has a very deep well, gasolene engine, water tower. He has his own water system. Bath room, with the water connected. It is just a dream out there. He is what they call an all-around farmer. Plenty cows, hogs, horses, chickens and children. Pardon me for saying children, but there are 12 sons and daughters on his plantation. Some have had the benefit of college training, because they are old enough and just as soon as his others are old enough they will be sent to college also. He believes in educating his children and the Lord has given him 12 for that purpose. He has been blessed with a good wife. But then I want to tell you that it is only a short time before he will be sending to the north cantaloupes, and other things. I was delighted to see what he is doing. If you have any mail for me send it to Moorehouse College, Atlanta Ga. BALTIMOREANS AT GEPE MAY Gape May, N. J., June 9.—Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Clark, Mr. Charles Jolley and Mr. James S. Bard, all of Baltimore, were guests at Hotel Dale during the past week. A reception was tendered Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois at the Hotel Dale on Wednesday of last week. The reception was under the auspices of the school teachers of this city Miss Irene Yarborough. Frederick C. Deaper, Effie Dover, Mirian Turner and Dr. V.P.Bailey, Messrs. W. Brown and Milton W. Clair were among the guests at the Dale last week. MRS: WALLER GETS PROPERTY Mrs. S. J. Waller, widow of the late A. T. Waller, has purchased the store-front property at the southwest corner of Druid Hill avenue and Robert street, which property adjoins her present residence at 1840 Druid avenue. It is not improbable that Mrs. Waller will at some future time convert the front of her dwelling and the store into one large modern grocery store. POPULAR PLEASURE PROMOTER Mr. Ernest Purviance, the popular dancing master and general promoter of pleasure, whose Saturday excursions to Brown's Grove have proved a popular past-time, this season. On his first complimentary excursion Mr. Purviance carried over three hundred patrons despite the contrary weather conditions. His excursion last Saturday evening was attended by a crowd of nearly 400. Announcement of his next excursion will be found in another part of this paper. Adv. PASSES EXAMINATION Mr. E.V. Wright, photographer, of 1822 N. Calhoun street, who passed the examination last Wednesday, June 2nd, of the leading works of photographers, for developing of moving picture films in colors, and operator for making moving pictures, and manufacturing chemicals for dry plates for lantern slides. He passed an examination given by the Imperial Film Co., of Chicago, Ill., and has a situation with this company paying him salary of $1.25 per month. Mr. Wright has been doing photographic work since he was 18 years of age and is now 27 years old. He first started to work at 22 West Lexington street 15 years ago. Mr. Wright is now thoroughly familiar with the latest methods in professional photography. He will start traveling next week. Adv THE AFRO-AMERICA J LEDGER CAN YOU WRITE A SHORT STORY Here is # Good Chance For The Literary Ambitious to Try The best short stories deal with a single incident in the life of the hero. The scenes are so arranged that they throw light on one main scene. The characters are few in number generally three or four. Take Edgar Allen Poe's "the Cask of Amontadilla" as a model from the point of view of a short story construction, note the single main incident and the number of persons, then write your story for the Afro-American Ledger Short Story Contest. The Afro-American will offer the following prizes for the best short story to consist of not less than twelve hundred nor more than thirty-six hundred words. First prize, five dollars; second prize, three dollars; third prize, two dollars and fourth prize one dollar. The Afro-American Ledger will also pay one dollar for each story used outside of those receiving prizes. All stories must deal with some phase of racial matters, and must be of human interest. Address your letters to the Short Story Editor of the Afro-American Ledger, 623 N. Eutaw street, Baltimore, Md. MOTHER KATHERINE BUYS SCHOOL FOR COLORED GIRLS Philadelphia, June 10.--Mother Katherine Drexel, of this city, founder and Superior of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament for the evangelization of the Indians and Negroes, has purchased property in New Orleans for the establishment there of a new convent and industrial school for the training of Negro children. The property was formerly occupied by the Southern University. The purchase price was $28,000. The passing of John J. Henry, bootblack, has been the occasion for mourning in South Philadelphia on a scale that the young Negro would not have deemed possible. Six white men carried his coffin and hundreds of others attended his funeral, which showed what they thought of the black boy who had so often earned his nickels blacking their boots, and earned their respect, too. A high requiem mass was celebrated at the Catholic Church, of the Epipheny on Thursday morning. Henry was 32 years old, and lived at 1216 Mercy street. He was known as Southwark's favorite bootblack. A motor car driven by Dr. R.W. N.Bailey, 102 Price street, Germantown, was struck by a Wayne avenue trolley car on Monday night at Rittenhouse street. Dr. Bailey was thrown out and received cuts and bruises. The car was badly damaged. Daniel James, white, 19th and Mt. Vernon streets, was held under $600 bail for court by Magistrate Hagerty in the 12th and Pine streets station on Wednesday, charged with assault and battery on Mrs. Mary Lovett, of 1514 South street, whom he ran over and injured on May 1st, while driving a jitney. Mrs. Lovett sustained a fractured leg. In all cases the Negro children who have been taught gardening in the public schools have now finished planting the first crop of the year, consisting of radishes, onions, lettuce and numerous other vegetables. After the crops have been carefully watched and are ready to harvest, the children are allowed to take the fruits of their labors for use on their table at home. Harry Haires,well known in this city and for many years a bookkeeper at the Odd Fellows' offices, 12th and Spruce streets, passed away on Friday morning after a prolonged illness. The funeral services were held Monday morning at his late residence. Rev. William A. Creditt, D. D., LL D.,and Rev. Henry L. Phillips, officiated. Mr. John A. Carey returned from Wilkesbarre, Monday where he attended the Third Regimental Meetings of the Patriarchs. Miss Pauline Ray, an A.B. of Cornell University, and a teacher in Tuskegee Institute, is spending sometime in the city as the guest of Miss Mary Bragg, 1133 Park avenue. Herbert Armstead 558 Oxford St. Baltimore, Md. Carpenter and Builder Gementing, General Job Contracting Estimates cheerfully given J. R. ASKEW The Hair Cutting King Solicits the patronage of those who seek particular Service 1802 Druid Hill avenue L. SMOTHERS Cementer, Plasteres, Whitewasher and ...Brick Work... 721 BAKER STREET D Postal Low Estimates JOHN A. BISHOP Funeral Director and Embalr 1107 DRUID HILL AVE. C. & P. Phone Mt. Vernon 854 V. E. TONEY'S ROYAL DINING ROOM 1041 PENNA AVENUE 'LODGING BY THE DAY OR WEEK Ice/Cream Wholesale & Retail. Orders Prompt- ly Attended To. Phone Mad. 4838 Formerly 2101 Division Street W. A. RILEY 'Shaving Parlor ... All Styles of Hair Cutting 15c. Children's Hair Cutting 10c. Electric Massage Electric Shampooing 1537 Penna. Ave., near Mechen C. & P. Phone Frank A. Simmons HOUSE PAINTER GEO. P. BLACKSTONE 1216 PENNA. AVENUE Opp. N. W. Police Station SHOE REPAIRING While YOU WAIT My work has no equal. My Price can't be beat Work called for and delivered Madison 1104 - Y. Mme. L. E. Morris Scalp Treatment Manicuring Combings made up in any style Manufacturer of all Hair Goods Open July 1st Closed Sept. 30th THE OCEAN HOUSE Better known on "The Garden Sea View" SEA ISLE, N. J. Personally managed by Mrs. Lucy Lee. This hotel is the only property we own on the At- tantic Beach front. Every room, opens on the ocean. Bathing, boating, fishing. Only decorate a beautiful view of the Ocean while dining from our new conserva- tory dining room. Special rates to school teachers for July. Write for rates. Mrs. Lucy Lee 5 PLAIN ST. ELMHURST, N. Y. Address after July 1st THE OCEAN HOUSE, SEA ISLE, N. J. HINTS FOR VACATION. A Vacation is absolutely necessary, but it will be more beneficial if you take along a good TONIC to invigorate your nerves and tone up your run down system. Many tried teachers and other rest seekers have been including STRENGTH & LIFE among their vacation necessities, and each returns home looking like a new person. STRENGTH & LIFE will increase your weight, beautify your skin and complexion, purify your blood, improve your nerves and prolong your life. It is a scientific wonder to all who have used it. But if you have a cough, shortness of breath, weakness and are loosing weight, then you need the LUNG BASE TREATMENT, which is a positive CHECK for Tucerculosis and other dangerous Lung affections. See or write to Dr. D. Newton E. Campbell, Lung & Nerve Specialist, 1369 N. Carey Street, Baltimore, Md. Enclose a 2 cent stamp for reply. Get STRENGTH & LIFE at all leading druggists. Price, $1.50 for large bottle. e. smaller size $1.00. Book containing useful information and testimonials from white and colored people given with each bottle. SECOND-HAND CLOTHING Mme. Brown Wade, the largest and cheapest clothing house in N. W. Baltimore. Ladies' Coat Suits sizes 34 to 40 $1.25 to $7.00. Hats 25 cents to $1.50. Ladies' separate long coats, skirts, waists and short coats sold at low prices. Have one lot of Rummage sale for 25 cents on the first floor. You can find anything you may ask for, from hats to shoes. Men's suits separate coats and overcoats. Portiers and lace curtains all sold at reasonable prices, call and see them, open from 8 a. m. to 11 p. m., 2145 Division street or 1509 Druid Hill avenue. SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS SIXTH ANNUAL SESSION, June 14th to July 23d, 1915 Over 400 Teachers Present Last Session To the Friends and Patrons of the late ALEX. HEMSLEY Funeral Director and Embalmer I wish to announce to the general public that I have taken up the business of my late father and will endeavor to sustain the reputation he bore as an efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. I am respectfully yours. FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions Funerals from $75.00 Up MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. 'Phone Mt Vernon 2578 C. and P. Phone, Madison 692 Formerly Manager for the late Alexander Hemsley Funeral Director and Embalmer 517 Robert Street Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite, courteous and expert attention guaranteed. Carriages to hire for all occasions. Open da' and night. ...JOHN H. T 142 W. HILL 5 THE UP-TO-DATE U Who can uraish a funeral for $10.00 and He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, ste., from his own stables at the most re come to see him, j JOHN H. TOADVINS 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKE with a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parti- nwn stables at the most reasonable rates. come to see him, just call 396-Y. 142 W. 826 D FELIX B. PYE, Sr. Mulberry St. Nr. C FUNERAL DIRECTOR C. & P. PHONE Yes. Not Connected with any c and will be offered for the detection is doing business under the name Who can urnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, etc., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call South 422 or South 396-Y. Mount Vernon 2138 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Ave. FELIX B: PYE, Sr. 102 E. Mulberry St. Nr. Calvert. ::::FUNERAL DIRECTOR:::: C. & P. PHONE No Branches. Not Connected with any other firm. A reward will be offered for the detection of persons doing business under the name of No Branches. Not Connected with any other firm A reward will be offered for the detectionof persons doing business under the name of Felix B. Pye Sr. Phone, Mt. Vernon 3603 I am desirous of taking this opportunity friends and patrons of my father the late past patronage and to announce that the be the name of SAMUEL W. CHA and that I promise to give all calls my peing most polite and courteous services at suburbs, and most reasonable charges, your past patronage and asking a continu Yours respectfully P. MORTON 1400 MOSH Branch desirous of taking this opportunity of thanking patrons of my father the late SAMUEL W. CHASE age and to announce that the business will be ca- SAMUEL W. 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Mrs. Annie Webster was buried from Hosanna Church Sunday afternoon. She had been an invalid for five years. Mrs. Indiana James was injured in an accident on the road leading from Darlington to Conowingo Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Lida Robinson and son returned to Chester, Pa., Monday morning, having attended the funeral, Sunday. Mr. Nelson Butler, of Philadelphia, is visiting his uncle, Mr. Elish Webster. Miss Jessie Johnson spent the week-end with Miss Helen F. Tildon at Perryman, Md. Mrs. Lillian Johnson and Miss Rosa Stewart of Baltimore, spent Sunday with their sister, Mrs. Elia N. Washington. Miss Eica D. Lea, of Baltimore, is spending sometime with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Blake, of Darlington. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Blake and Mica D. Lea spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Cole, of Havre de Grace. STEWAROVILLE JOTTINGS Stewardsville, Md., June 10.—The closing exercises of the Stewardsville school were held in the St. James A. M. E. Church, Thursday. The teacher, Miss Elizabeth Williams, presented 15 of the scholars with promotion certificates. Addresses were made by Mrs. Chloe Anderson, Measrs. Robert Osborne, Charles Lisby, John Skinner. Misses Rachel and Ella Hopkins made a flying trip in an automobile to visit their aunt, Mrs. Chloe Anderson. Miss Ada Presberry is visiting relatives in Darlington, Md. A fine treat was given by the teacher of Stewardsville school to her scholars Saturday. A strawberry social was given by the stewardesses Thursday night. Mr. Isaac Taylor of White Rock, Pa. spent Sunday with his parents. Miss Elizabeth Williams left Tuesday for her home in Lancaster, Pa. CHURCAVILLE ITEMS Churchville, Md., June 9.—Mrs Daniel) Johnson and family have moved into their new home which they have had remodeled. Mrs. Hester C. Banks and her sister. Miss Lizzie Cooper, have also greatly improved their home by having it enlarged. Miss Bertha Smith, teacher at the Rocks, Md., spent the week-end with her aunt, Mrs. Hester C. Banks. Miss Mary E. Fleming, the teacher of Churchville, spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. Hannah M. Chase of Fallston. The entertainment at Asbury School building on Friday evening was a success. TRAPPE NOTES Trappe, Md., June 10.—Master Nathan Brown, of Wittman, is the guest of Master Corrol Freeman. Mrs. Potts and the Sunday school are busy getting ready for Children's Day. Mrs. Sallie Wilson, of Easton, spent last week here. Miss Lona Eare was a Trappe visitor, Sunday. Miss Rosie Kelson has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wells near Easton. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Scott and Mrs. Annie Banks were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Smith Sunday. Messrs. Corrol Butler, William Harris, Elbert Grey and Willie Waters, of Oxford, were Trappe visitors, Sunday. Mrs. Mary Jackson and Mr. Daniel Banks were called home from Chicago to the bedside of their father, who is very ill. Those on the sick list are: Mr. Daniel Mackery, Mr. Davis Bailey, Mrs. William Camper and Miss Elsia Roberts. NEWS FROM HAGERSTOWN Hagerstown, Md., June 10.—The Court of Calanthe held its Memorial exercises at St. John Free Baptist Church on Sunday. An able address was delivered by the pastor, Rev. J. C. Newman. Miss Janie Jackson, of Swickley, Pa., was the guest of Miss Gertrude Johnson, of North street, last week. Miss Arnetta Washington has retruned home from Manassas School to spend vacation with her parents. Mrs. Zoura Barnum spent Sunday in Harrisburg, Pa., visiting her sister. A Presidents' Union has been organized in Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. Miss Zoma Hipkins, of Halfway, entertained Misses Janie Jackson, Gertrude Johnson and Helen Yeager, Saturday afternoon. Rev R. E. Ford was in Baltimore Wednesday attending a meeting of the Baltimore A. M. E. Conference Delegates to the General Conference of 1916. Mr. James Thompson has returned from Storer College. Miss Della Futt is home with her parents from Luray School. Mrs. Sophia Burfutt, of Pittsburgh, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Eliza Crew, of North street. Master Adonis Brown has gone away to visit his aunt, Mrs. Eliza Jackson, of Carlisle, Pa. Mrs. Fannie Spence has returned to her home in Asbury Park, N.J. The Sunday School of North Street Christian Church rendered its Children's Day exercises to a large and appreciative audience Sunday evening. NEWS FROM CHESTERTOWN Chestertown, Md., June 10. The funeral of Mr. William Tillman, was held Wednesday at Quaker Neck, Rev. M. P. Sterling officiated. The non-church members, known as the "Outsider's Club," under the leadership of Messrs. Henry Johnsona and Richard Barber, had their day at Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday. At night the pastor, Rev. J. A. Young, preached an interesting baseball sermon using as his subject "The Man at the Bat." In a forceful and instructive manner, the various points of the game were likened to experiences of life. Rev. Young will preach a series of sermons on "Games." Mr. A. G. Cabera is spending a while in Baltimore. DENTON NOTES Denton, Md., June 10.—Services were well attended at Bethel A. M. E. Church last Sunday. Rev. J.H. Cooper filled the pulpit and Rev. R. G. Bell, the pastor, administered the Holy Communion. The rally was quite a success. $76.50 total collection for the day. Benefit of stewards. Mrs. Anna P. Fitchett and Miss Vashti Wright were the captains of this rally. Mrs. Fitchett was the successful one. Mr. Richard Bailey, of Baltimore, was to come with his parents on last Sunday. Rev. E. T. Addison, of Pocomoke City, was a recent guest of Mrs. O. G. Flamer. Children's Day will be observed at John Wesley M. E. Church on next Sunday. On July 13th a four-cornered trustee rally will be held at Bethel A. M. E. Church. Rev. J. H. Smith preached at Thomastown A. M. E. Church on last Sunday. Mrs. Eliza Gray, of Baltimore, is visiting her brother, Mr. I. B. Thomas. POCOMOKE HAPPENINGS Pocomoke City, Md., June 10. Rev. Handy Long, of Tindiey's Chapel, filled the puplit at Mt. Zion M.E. Church Sunday evening. Rev. E.T. Addison was in Baltimore last week. A grand sacred concert was given at St. John's A. M. E. Church Sunday night. Mr. Noah Gunby was called to Baltimore the early part of the meek Mrs. Mary Victor and Mrs. Jane Selby are on the sick list. Capt. William E. Rounds passed through this city enroute to his home in Snow Hill. Mrs. Mary Brooks, of Philadelphia, Pa., is her spending some time with her sister, Mrs. Annie Brown. Mr. William Waters, of Unionville., is confined to his home by illness. CENTERVILLE PERSONALS Centerville, Md., June 10.— Arthur Gardner of Philadelphia, spent four days in Centerville, last THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER week visiting his father and sister, Mr. T. J. Gardner and Mrs. Raymond Hollis. Miss Mamie and Hattie Murray of Northwest Philadelphia paid their mother and brother a visit on May 29th. Mrs. Mamie Dill are visiting her sisters. Mrs. Etta Butler and Mrs. Martha Miligan in Baltimore. Mr. James Wilson of Baltimore spent Sunday here visiting relatives and friends. CECILTON HAPPENINGS Cecilton, Md., June 9.—Mr Stanley Wilson, formerly of this place in Elkton, Md., Friday morning. Funeral services were conducted Sunday in Union Bethel Church by Rev. U. Malony of Elkton, assisted by Rev. J. Hammond. Mrs. Florence Bradley, the daughter of Mrs. Ida Turner, while staying with friends in Philadelphia, died suddenly Friday morning. The funeral services were held in Union Bethel Church Tuesday afternoon. On Tuesday evening a host of friends spent a very enjoyable evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Tillison of Church street on the event of the 25th anniversary of their wedding. Mrs. Tillison was attired in white satin messaline. Mrs. Hammond and children left on Wednesday morning for Danville, Va., to spend a few weeks. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Francis, of Philadelphia, visited our town Tuesday. Miss Emma Morris, the organist of Union Bethel Church, is spending her vacation in Cnestnut Hill, Pa. Mr. Walter Ruley, is filling her place. RIDEWOOD, MD. Ridewood, Md., June 10.—Miss E.Juianita Bowen, of Princess Anne Academy and Miss Irene Bowen, her sister of Morgan College, spent a pleasant week at the home of Mrs. Mary F. Jones, Maple Terrace at Ridewood, Md. NEWS FROM GATONSVILLE Catonsville, Md., June 10.—Miss Bessie Holland left Thursday for Niagara Falls, where she will spend the summer. Mr. Arbor Carroll, of Taylor avenue and little Henry Carter of Winters avenue are confined to their bed by illness. Mrs. Elizabeth Washington, of Baltimore, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Cautious. Mrs. Mary Bennett and her little niece. Miss Marcella Bennett, has gone to Narragansett Pier to spend the summer. The funeral of Mr. Thomas Ryan, who was found dead in bed Tuesday morning, was held from Grace A. M. E. Church, Thursday. Mr. Wm. Boston was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. James Lee Sunday. Mrs Annie Wilson is recovering from a serious illness. ANNAPOLIS ITEMS Annapolis, Md., June 10.—James Burgess, the only son of Clinton and Louise Burgess died Saturday. He was buried from Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church Tuesday at 3 p. m., Rev. Brisco officiating. Young Burgess was a prominent member of Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church and much beloved by all who knew him. Clarence Hawkins died Friday night and was buried Monday afternoon from Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church. Master Warren Scott was among the visitors here during the week. Mrs. Ida Lee has left for Ocean City where she contemplates spending the summer. Mr. Warren Adams, our newspaper man, is very active in getting the Afro-American Ledger in the hands of his many customers. The Grand Lodge of Masons are expected here Thursday June 9. Rev. Williams is doing a fine work here. HAVRE DE GRACE NOTES Havre de Grace, Md., June 10.—Decoration day services were befittingly observed at St. James A. M. E. Church. At the evening service Mrs. L. M. Beckett read an excellent address picturing the bravery that the Negro troops displayed in the four wars that have taken place in this country. Rev. D. G. Hill, presiding elder, was present, and made encouraging remarks as to the future of the Negro in this country. The ladies of St. James A. M. E. Church are busily engaged preparing for the quarterly meeting of the Baltimore Conference Branch W. M. M..S. which will be held here on Wednesday, June 23. Mrs. Sarah Whyte has returned home from Pennsylvania where she has been visiting her daughter. Mrs. Laura Mitchell is visiting friends in Baltimore. LONG GREEN HAPPENINGS Long Green, Md., June 10. -On last Sunday, Mrs. Lydia Cole, junior organizer of the Ballimore District organized a junior Mite Missionary Society at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Deil Smith of Baltimore was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Foster on last Sunday week. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Foster entertained on last Friday, Mrs. Bessie Brown, principal of Long Green school. The lawn party that was given on last Saturday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes by a company of girls, known as the Smart Set, was a grand success. Miss Manie Ayers, who has been sick is improving. Mr. and Mrs. Amos Harvey, Sr. were tendered a birthday party on last Tuesday night. Miss Lizzie Hawkins spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Hawkins. Mrs. Nettie Winder spent Sunday in Harrisburg, Pa., visiting relatives. Miss Georgia Henson, of Summerfield was tendered a birthday party on last Wednesday evening. Mrs. Nellie Winder, who has been suffering with the rheumatism is better. Miss Ada Ayers, of Summerfield, was the week-end guest of her cousin, Miss Blanche Hughes. Those on the sick list are Mr. Arch Smith, Mr. James Hawkins. FREDERICK HAPPENINGS Frederick, Md., June 10.—Mr. Paul A. Diggs, who has been a student of Temple University, Philadelphia, was graduated in Pharmacy last week, the only colored student in a class of thirty-six. He is also a graduate of Storer College. Mr. and Mrs. William Diggs attended the commencement exercises at the American Academy of Music. Mr. Samuel Jenkins, a progressive young business man has purchased a house on W. Allsaint street for $14.00. Rev. Charles E. Jones, pastor of Asbury M. E. Church, Richmond, Va., surprised his mother with a short visit on Friday. Mrs. Della A. Coffee, wife of Rev. E. D. Coffee, formerly of Frederick, died in Richmond, Va. Funeral services were held at the Quinn Church Rev. J. G. Bryant, conducting the services. Asbury M. E. Church had a rally between the Stewards and trustees, which was a grand success, $125 being raised. L. A. Henderson spent Sunday in Mt. Pleasant. Mr. Walter Dyer, of New York, is v isitig friends. Mrs. Bessie Liles, of Philadelphia, is visiting her mother. Mrs. Louise Ayers. Miss Ruth Hall has been very sick, but is improving. Mr. James Bruner of Baltimore, is spending his vacation here. WINCHESTER NOTES Winchester, Va., June 10.—Miss Bettie Jackson, the superintendent of John Mann M.E. Sunday School fell recently and broke her collar bone. She is improving rapidly. Miss Sarah E. R.Parks, who met with an accident recently, was able to be out Tuesday. Mr. Veny and Miss Potter, of Luray, Va., are visiting Rev. George W. Randopih and Mrs. Evelina Banister, respectively. Mr. William Wilkerson, the popular head waiter at The Alcazar, Jacksonville, Fla., is spending his vacation with his family here. Miss Alice Virginia Johnson directed a beautiful concert at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, Tuesday night. The Misses Clara Maud and Lucy Ellen Parzer, gave a lemon social at their residence Tuesday night. Rev. 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BALTIMORE, JUNE 12, 1915 The Afro-American Ledger wishes to acknowledge the receipt of an invitation to the "Class Day" exercises of the Class of "Nineteen Hundred and Fifteen," of the Baltimore City Colored High School. We wish for them, one and all, the very brightest future in whatever line of endeavor they may see fit to enter. Secretary Bryan seems to have gotten into that class of you are "damned if you do and you are damned if you don't." A while ago he was condemned for not getting out, of President Wilson's Cabinet, and now he is being roundly scored for getting out. According to our mind he ought never to have gotten into it. Last week a paid article appeared in the columns of the Afro-American Ledger expressing the feeling of certain members of the Allen Christian Endeavor League of Payne Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church anent the action of their pastor engaging in an altercation in the church. The African Methodist Ministers at their meeting, on Monday passed resolutions condemning the Afro-American Ledger for publishing the article. This is not the first time the members of this particular ministers meeting have taken the opportunity to take a fling at the Afro-American Ledger—they do it every once in a while. At the same time, in all these years, notwithstanding the many meritorious things the Afro-American Ledger has said and done, it has never passed a single resolution commending it in any way or recommending it to the favorable consideration of the people for its manly stand for the rights of the grace. Under these circumstances resolutions of condemnation have little effect upon us. MORGAN COLLEGE The annual commencement of Morgan College, this city, held at Sharp St. Memorial Church, on Thursday evening of last week, sustained fully and completely its previous high and inspiring reputation. Public interest in the commencement exercises was certainly indicated in the tremendous crowd which gathered to witness the endion of the program. All addresses by the participants in the contest were exceptionally good. The address of Dr. Dilliard most help and inspiring. this program was cutrageously hard and some revision of its annotated program should be made, whereby two hours should be ample for all purposes. We would also, very modestly, suggest an innovation which might contribute very much towards linking more closely than estimable institution to the heart of the colored people of Maryland. Once in awhile, at least, it would not be a bad idea to have a colored man as commencement orator, and he need not be of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Morgan College has a relation to the whole community of Maryland, though it be under the auspices of the Methodist Episcopal Church. It is in every respect first class in situation. The view from without, by one of the race, could more properly emphasize the good work of President Spencer, and his noble assistants, mostly white, than by one on the inside. And, again, the subordination of the denominational aspect ought to mean a larger opportunity for Morgan to serve the color race of Maryland. In coming years, it should be to the colored race of the state, what Johns Hopkins is to the white race. With a Negro dean, of strong personality, character, and vigorous intellect, it will be but a comparatively short time before Morgan comes into its own, as the intellectual and moral center of colored Maryland. CLEAN UP There is no doubt as to the large amount of good accomplished by the health meetings throut the country. Cleanliness, however, is not something we can start and expect to keep going with only an initial push. It is something that we can maintain only by keeping eternally at it, until bodies, clothes houses, neighborhoods and relations look or feel unnatural when unclean. In this state the Colored Medical Doctors' Association is helping along this line of improving health and appearances. In Missouri, public school teachers are required to attend health lectures. A town in Tennessee boasts of a newly instituted infirmary. Texas has had its "clean up" days, and thru lectures and suggestions, the Negro Civic League is inspiring a larger conception of sanitary surroundings. A school in the District of Columbia sent out its graduates this year under the motto: "Clean up first, then teach." In this city, the plumers still try the, patience of the much suffering houskeeper, who is anxious to plant sod in the backyard and whitewash the fence. In the front street, the paving progresses at a tortoise pace. There are those, who do not have to suffer these inconveniences. You. Mr. Housekeeper, with your dingy and tottering back fence, your littered and grassless backyard clean up. Begin there and work thru to the street. Remember it is not a matter of appearances simply, but of enjoying health in the fullest measure, and ultimately of prolonging life itself. The lack of cooperation on the part of one careless and filthy member of a neighborhood can make the good work of the others of little avail. Clean up first yourself, and make your neighbor ashamed of himself if he does not do likewise. WHY? A modern weekly newspaper is more than an advertising sheet, more than a bill-board for the announcement of the events that are to happen, it looks backward as well as forward, is something of a seer, but more of a chronicle. It is in the reporting of public meetings and the actions of individuals in so far as they are of public concern, in the conveyance of what is commonly termed news, that the newspaper has its chief function. It frequently happens that the careers of men are made thru the prominence they receive from the press. It as frequently occurs that those who enjoy a high degree of public confidence, lose the same thru the agency that his aided in the up-building. "Boosting" is always a pleasure, "knocking" is sometimes a duty. When we have arrived at the millenium we will be able to do the first to the exclusion of the second. Until then, as a chronicler the newspaper must often forgo pleasure for duty, in which case we care that the public shall form a true estimate, not necessarily our own, of the men who serve it. DIVORCED—Mrs. Alverda E. Henry nee Morsell, was granted an absolute divorce from her husband, George W. Henry, a letter carrier and a member of the stewards board of Sharp St. Memorial Church. The decree was signed on May 18, 1915 in the Circuit Court by Judge Hueisler. The Counsel and Court fees were all paid by Mr. George W. Henry. Miss Morsell will continue to reside in Pittsburgh, Pa., where she has been for the past three years engaged in her trade as Ladies Modiste, in which she is meeting with much suc- THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Bishop J. Albert Johnson Penny Club closing meeting was held on last Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Henry, 1108 N. Carey street. The meeting was open by the president, who gave a brief report of the work done during the season, thanking the members who had worked so earnestly to make the work a success, trusting that in the fall they would resume their work with the same spirit and vim to do greater work. After the regular-routine of business a fine program was rendered under the direction of Mrs. Anna McMecken, chairman of program committee, who presented Mrs. Bertha K. Hurst to preside. She gave a very interesting and helpful introductory address after which the following speakers were presented: address by Rev. S. M. Johnson, pastor of Trinity A. M. E. Church; recitation by Miss Gertrude Fisher; addresses by Mrs. Hattie Johnson, Mrs Mary F. Handy, Mrs. Emma Truxon, Mrs. Cornelia Anderson, Mrs. E. Custis, Mrs. Cora Johnson and others at the close of the program the guest were ushered to the dining room where the table was tastefully decorated and a sumptuous repast was served to forty in number. The officers of the club are Mrs. Bettie Bell, president; Mrs. George L. Pendelton, secretary; Mrs. Lizzie Harris, assistant secretary; Mrs. Johnson, treasurer. Mrs. Lilly Arundel and Miss Laura Gray, assisted the hostess in receiving the guests. MISS RUSSELL. TENDFRED SURPRISE Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. W. Butler, H. D. Brent, James Valentine, William Harris, Clifford Browne, Mesdanes Annie Batson, Mary Lee, Mary DeShield, Katie Miller, Mollie Bowen, Young, Cole, Cecelia Hawkins, Julia Jones, Georgia Barnes. L. A. Jordon; Misses Agnes Gross, Ada Wells, Annie M. Batson, Viola Frisby, Irene Moore, Mamie Nixon, Rachel Ross, Fannie Gilberat, Alice Johnson, Hattie Green, Erkwood Trice, Bertha Fleemings. Messas, Allen Collick, Ernest Wells, Herber Frisby, Edgar Moore and Dr. Montague. LAYMAN'S RECEPTION The Methodist Episcopal men of Baltimore and Vicinity are preparing for a great Methodist Men's Social Union Reception to be held at Sharp St. M. E. Church Monday evening, June 28th. This movement is to bring together the Methodist Episcopal man, under one roof at one time that they might study the live questions of the Church as men who are interested in the welfare of our great Communion. We have discovered that it is always better to get the questions as they will effect the race and as they come up before the church for opinion, from men who are the leaders on these subjects, therefore the leading men for our Methodist Family have been invited to be the speakers on this occasion. This plan has been carried out by nearly every white conference in Methodism, and we believe it has caused the men of their respective conference to see the great church as a part of their duty in business. The men of the church representing the Washington Conference cannot afford to miss this educational gathering, since the General Conference of 1916 will mean so much to our church and to the race. It is sure that the question of the Union of Methodism, Bishops for Races and Languages and the Conference Claiments Endowment proposition will be interesting to the colored wing of the church, and our people as a mass must not be ignorant on these great questions. W. C. T. U. The Elizabethen Women's Christian Temperance Union of the First Baptist Church, corner Caroline and McEldary streets, celebrated its first anniversary Sunday, May 30, 1915. The meeting was opened by the pastor, Rev. P. C. Neal. Mrs. Watson from Kansas City was the speaker of the evening. She made an excellent address, her heart and soul is in the work. The W. C. T. U. of the First Baptist Church was organized one year ago by Mrs. Hill, and it has made progress in the work. Its membership is sixty. Every third Monday night in each month a special program is rendered, which all are invited to attend. Mrs. Mary Stewart, president; Isabella Grant, secretary. The family of the late Samuel O. Henson, Catonsville, wishes to thank the friends for the numerous and handsome floral designs during his death. COLLECTING EXHIBITS FOR NEGRO EXPOSITION Benjamin Smith is indeed a busy man this week. With but three days left to finish the collection of the Maryland exhibit, the supervisor must necessarily keep on the move. A large number of exhibits from all parts of Maryland have been steadily pouring into headquarters at 1535 E. Monument street. A large number of cases have been ordered for the shipping of school and other exhibits. Mr. Smith would like to have all the friends send their work as soon as possible as he must close the headquarters in Baltimore and report to Richmond not later than the 15th inst. The ladies of Asbury M. E. Church have prepared a splendid exhibit, which will be shipped Saturday. All East Baltimore turned out Thursday night to hear the lecture by Mr. Smith. The supervisor chose for his subject 'Our past and present condition.' He told the history of the race from the founding of the first government by Negroes down to the present time. All those who were so unfortunate as not to be present missed a real treat and one that they will not soon have again. Mr. Smith has, indeed, been very much pleased with the cooperation of the School Board and teachers in this effort, and also the help rendered him by the united ministry of the city and hopes to have time to express his appreciation personally. No one can say that the City of Baltimore has not been properly notified about the Exposition, as it has been advertised in all the leading papers and signs and placards have been tacked up in every space available. The supervisor has, also, had men distributing smaller cards telling where to send exhibits. It is hoped that those who have not already sent their exhibits, will not wait, but send them at once. Let no one fail to send them, fearing that they will not be properly cared for and returned. Mr. Smith has been employed by the commission to look especially after the Maryland exhibits and see that they are properly packed, shipped and returned and this we feel confident will be done if the past stands for anything, as he has always proven reliable in matters entrusted to his care. As Mr. Smith is a very busy man, it should not be expected of him to make personal calls for the collection of exhibits, for it is impossible. Maryland Day will be observed July 19th and it is hoped that every member of the race will do all in his power to make that the greatest day during the Exposition. All persons contemplating attending the Exposition can secure desirable accommodations, so far as board and lodging are concerned, ly writing to the supervisor at Richmond, who has appointed a special committee to look after that matter. It would be well for all friends to avail themselves of this good opportunity. Mr. Smith will speak at Sparrows Point Saturday afternoon. The Oliver Typewriter has been kind enough to furnish one of its best machines for the use of the office force at headquarters. Colonel Giles B. Jackson, president of the National Negro Exposition, has certainly done his part. Let every member of the race in Maryland do the same. If this is done, we feel that we will have the greatest Exposition in the history of the race and that Maryland will not be among the last in receiving her share of the credit due. ANNUAL REUNION OF BIBLE CLASS The men's bible class of Waters A. M. E. Church held its annual reunion in the church on Thursday May 27. Madame Comelia's Improved Brown Face Powder is made of the purest materials in three shades, high, medium and brown. 15 cents for liberal trial box including sample of Frozen Perfume. Agents Wanted. MADAME COMELIA, P. O. Box 36 West Fauns St. New York City OBSERVED OLD FOLKS DAY The first Sunday in June for 16 consecutive years has been observed by the King's Daughters and Son of Sharp St. Memorial Church at Old Folks' Day, and the same was held last Sunday. Long before 16 o'clock hacks were seen going to and fro in all directions of the city, bringing the aged or infirm to the church, regardless of denomination. There were 160 in all, 18 of whom were motored to the church in an automobile secured by Miss Emma Mitchell, Annie Brown and a committee of the members of the Circle also the inmates from Bethel Church Home, The Shelter and Druid Hill avenue Home for the Aged. They listened to a soul stirring sermon by the pastor, M. J. Naylor, D. D., of which they gave vent to their feelings followed by communion, then they were brought down in the dining room where a sumptuous dinner awaited them, the table being decorated with cut flowers, also draperies of flowers hung over the tables from the electric bulbs, most of which was donated through Mrs. Torella Lee from Mr. George H. Siddons. After dinner an old fashioned Lovefeast was held and the testimonies were uplifting. There were three in this service who asked for prayers. At 5.30 the automobile and carriages were awaiting the close of the meeting to convey the folks to their respective homes. The committee on Bayview on the return took baskets of goodies to those inmates who was too feeble to attend and distributed in each of the wards to each person not excluding the whites. The official staff and nurses commended them for not making a distinction. Taking all in all the old folks spent a happy day and pronounced God's blessing on the circle, preacher and all who helped to make the day pleasant for them. Especial mention is made of our kind friends who are not members of our church. The Daughters of lsis and ill. Com. for a collection of $15.42.; to the Willing Workers K. D., Mrs. Minor $2.; Mrs. J. W. Hennery $1.; Mrs. Evans Fernandis $1.; W. A. C. Hughes Conference Aid, Mrs. Washington $1.; to Mr. Siddons for this liberal donation of cut flowers which decorated the dining room in a most beautiful manner; not forgetting the loyal members of the circle who donated in every way to make the day pleasant. Also thanks to our kind pastor and stewards who allowed us two Sundays for collections which amounted to $18. Mrs. Estelle C. Young, leader; Mrs. Charlotte Whiting, secretary; Mrs. Sophia Billups, secretary for the day; Mrs. H. Ella Ovelton, treasurer; Mrs. Lucretia Jhnson. The fragrants which consisted of sugar, bread and coffee were sent to the Aged Home on Bruiid Hill avenue Expenses for the day 65 lbs. chicken $12.50 3 large hams 3.50 9 gal. ice cream 9.00 Hacks 21.00 Automobile and donations for Bayview 17.00 Immates, carfare for those who came in the cars 1.10 Milk and butter .75 All paid $64.85. REV. ROSS TENDERED RECEPTION The members and officers of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church tendered their distinguished pastor, Rev. I. N. Ross a grand welcome reception and presentation on Monday evening, May 31, when a large gathering of Baltimore's best citizens were present. The opening remarks were made by Mr. Charles Tolson, master of ceremonies, followed by invocation by Rev. John Offer Custis. Several beautiful selections were rendered by the chair. After a welcome address by Mr. Jeremiah Stafford the following speakers were introduced: Dr. George F. Bragg, of St. James P. E. Church, Prof. Mason A. Hawkins, Prof. George Owens, Dr. D. G. Hill, Rev. Chas. Young, Dr. Ernest Lyon, of John Wesley M. E Church; Rev. Young of Randalstown, Mrs. Ruth Collett, Mrs. Bishop M. F. Handy and Rev. Mrs. Ella Virgil. A purse of $40.00 was presented the pastor by Mrs. M. Galloway, president of the Wayman Circle. Mrs. Nettie Wright, president of the Empty Stocking Club, also presented a beautiful bouquet of flowers to Mrs. I. N. Ross, treasurer of Empty Stocking Club. Later the guests were escorted under the leadership of their president, Mr. Henry Sorrell to the lecture room where tables laden with the delicacies of the season awaited them. Mrs. Jennie Doughty, Mrs. Mary L. Crew, Mrs. Sarah Brown, officers of the Stewardesses Board. Prof. Charles Henry, choirmaster. [Rev. Columbus Handy also Large Audience Greet Youngaters In Their Battle For Supremacy At Ames M. E. "Cause there was crowds of people there, both sexes an' all stations. It looked like all the town had come an' brought all their relations." Not only was there a large audience at the Spellin' Bee at the Ames Memorial Church on Thursday night, but some thirty or more took part in the spelling. The contest was open to all, and the youngsters, for whom "that spellin' bee had be'n the talk o' many precious moment," and who felt themselves well prepared by the contests in the public schools were as much in evidence as the older people. At first the new method was tried, the spellers were divided into companies under the leadership of two captains. Should a member of one company miss spell, and one of his opponents spell correctly the next word given, then his company must give a man to the other. Both sides were so evenly matched that there was no appreciable change at the end of a half hour. Finally came the old fashioned bee. Those who missed must sit down; the three last to remain standing receive the prizes. Here the fun began, for their doubled efforts of the spellers brought double the laughter from the good natured crowd. A bashful miss could not spell the word "tete a tete," another began "secissors" with a "c." A very tiny girl did not seem to recognize "lying." It was an occasion for laughter when an older man hesitated as to whether he should put a "s" or a "c" in "ticklish," and a few minutes later was inclined to leave the "p" out of "raspberry." A minister spelled "conscience" and "hypocrite" easily, faltered at "champagne," and went down finally on "Daguerectype." So long as they spelled the words from the lists printed in this paper there were very few misses. Another list containing words not previously studied, —phthic, seenie sybillina —mowed them down one after another. Miss Lillian Shorts won the first prize of $2 50, Miss Mabel Davis $1.50, and Rev. Howard A. Brooks third $1.00. IN MEMORIAM In loving remembrance of our dear daughter, Leolia Matthews, who departed this life three years ago today, June 8, 1912. Angel face watch my pillow while I sleep I sleep And upon the wind of midnight Shining pinous round me sweep She is mine, my own Bright darling Come from heaven to visit me. By her mother. I Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jones, of 1633 N. Mount street wishes to thank their many friends for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of their daughter, Mrs. Maggie Jones Hall, age 20 years, who departed this life Wednesday, June 2nd at 3.30 o'clock. 'Tis hard to break the tender cord When love has bound the heart 'Tis hard so hard to speak the word Must we forever part. We cannot tell who next may fall Beneath thy chastening rod One must be first, but let us all Prepare to meet our God. SPECIAL NOTICE To the Captains of Mother Bethel Aid Association of Bethel A. M. E. Church you are urged to meet Monday, June 14, 1915 at 7:30 to 10:00 p. m. without fail and report or make a partial report at least, and get a receipt. The church is in much need of FUNDS at once. Yours truly I. N. Ross,president; D. G. Hill, presiding elder; J. W. Sanders, pastor; C. H. Murray, treasurer; A. L. Gaines, recording secretary; John Offer Custis, corresponding secretarr. TENDERED A TEA Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wilkins. of Mt. Washington, gave a tea Thursday evening. They had for their guests Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bell, Mr. and Mrs. James Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Cephas, Miss Mamie Cephas, Miss Beatrice Body, Mr. John Cephas and Miss Lewis, and Mr. Lewis. The table was beautifully decorated with the American flag and laden with all the delicacies of the season which were enjoyed by all. HOW ABOUT YOUR HAIR? 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Price $550 each; terms $100 cash; $2.35 per week pays all expenses. Apply at New Era Building Association Wednesday evening between 7 and 9 p.m., 578 N. Biddle street. FOR SALE—2 story house in the 1600 block N. Carey street; sewer- age connections. Gr. $50, terms to not. Apply to A. L. JOHNSON, 1415 Myrtle avenue. Phone: Madi, $564 Y FOR SALE—3 story house; sew- erage connected; ground rent $65. in $600 block Pitcher street, near Argyle avenue; terms $100 cash, balance as rent. Apply to 1415 Myrtle avenue. For Rent—In the Margate 1212-14 Druid 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 Bloom- ingdale avenue, Catonsville. Apply P. H. PRATT, 1322 Argyle Ave. Phone: 4850 Y Mad. 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 busi- ness owing to age. Apply to P. H. PRATT, 1322 Argyle avenue. Phone: Mad. 4850 Y. FOR RENT—3 rooms including kitchen at 1023 Park avenue. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms, 2006 block Druid Hill avenue. Apply Afro-American Office. FOR RENT—Furnished Rooms with a quiet family, modern conveniences. Suitable for two single persons or middle age ladies. Call or write. Address Mrs. A. S. in care Afro-American Office, 628 N. Eutaw street. LOST—A Scotch Terrier, white body, black face. Answers to the name of Jim. Finder please return to 748 Waesche street or 628 N. Eutaw street and receive a REWARD CHIROPODIST MRS LUCY D. LOVING, Chiropodist and Manicurist, wishes to announce to the public that she has moved from S23 Druid Hill avenue to her former residence, 917 Druid Hill avenue. WANTED—At once, a settled man with family to take a splendid situation in the country with a good-family. Apply to 1105 Druid Hill avenue. Rev. Alfred Young will preach a special sermon at Union Baptist Church Thursday evening, June 17, in the interest of Cottage Association, No. 1. ```markdown ``` Under the auspices of the MOTHER BETHEL AID ASSOCIATION Assisted by Berry O. Wilson, Banker N.E. Cor. Fayette & Pearl Sts. Baltimore, Md. Object; To cancel the entire indebiedness on the Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Drudid 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. Secy. 1514 Drudid 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. Bill, D. D., Presiding Elder; Bishop L. J. Coppin, D. D., Commander-in-Chief. 1513 Baltimore street, Philadelphia, Pa. CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Dr. G. W. Kennard, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. S. Wash- ington. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 5 p. m., Sermon by Rev. Wm. F. Jonson. At John Wesley M. E. Church, Sharp and Montgomery Sts. 11 a. m., preaching by the Pastor. 230 p. m., Cantata. "The First Queen" by Primary and Junior scholars. S p. m., a chorus of 40 voices will render a song service entitled: "The Great Light." Under the direction of Mr. Oscar Johnson. Mrs. Thekla Allen. Pianist. The children passing from Primary Department up to the different departments will receive certificates at the close of the service. Everybod's welcome. Great day. Mrs. Jennie Mills. Supt. Rev. Dr. Ernest Lyon. Pastor. SPECIAL NOTICE You will favor the officers and members of the official board of Payne Memorial A. M. E. Church by inserting the following, and make it as prominent as you did the last week Special Notice in relation to the Allen League of said church. Some unauthorized person sent you a notice reflecting upon our pastor, Rev. J. G. Martin in the affair at the church. While we regret the occurrence in the church we are here to stand by our pastor in his efforts to chastise a set of disobedient children. For, a young man to be so unmanly in disobeying the wishes of the father to take a girl who had had only a few days more in school and to make her unite in a lifelong affair without any preparation, was more than our pastor should stand, and we are with him in his chastisement. Rev. Martin has always stood for morality, integrity and honor. His preaching is always against sin and condemns indolence and carelessness. The unauthorized person who ran to the newspaper will have to give an account for the reflection. We therefore, appoint a committee to draft resolutions commanding the high standing of Rev. James G. Martin, and assure the public that they need not listen to any newspaper reflecting upon the administration of the pastor of Payne Memorial A. M. E. Church. We also condemn the Afro-American for publishing such erroneous statements for those unauthorized persons and challenge any of them to refute the successful administration of the pastor. Stewards—Thomas H. Wallace, Charles L. Peters, John T. Seymour, Cavle L. H. W. Forest, Robert H. Thompson, John H. Jones, Kelson J. Lyles, Henry Richardson. Committee—J. W. Pembleton, Robert H. Thompson, Wm. M. Harrison. Adv. A very beautifully arranged service was conducted at Ames Memorial M. E. Church on Sunday, June 6th by the Young Women's Auxiliary to the Woman's Home Missionary Society at 3 o'clock the pastor preached an appropriate sermon on flowers from the subject "The family life of flowers and their mission." The various auxiliaries of the church worshipped with this young auxiliary. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER THE CENTER OF ATTRACTION IS THE ..QUEEN THEATRE.. The Queen Theatre attracts the most people from a lower distance than any other picture pari- pity because we have the latest and best pictures, most humorous vaudeville and give the loosest show at the lowest price. Tues., June 15. "Money Talks in Darktown" This comedy, is one of the best Colored pictures in existence. Positively all colored actors Friday, June 18th, "Charlie Chaplin" Two parts, all comedy. Will make you laugh from start to finish. This is one of latest and best facts of this Great Comedian. Don't fail to see him ADMISSION 5 CENTS Open 7 p.m. Matinee Tues. & Fri. 2 p.m. H. S. Boone and J. R. Jones. Mgrs Special Childrens Day Exercises The Primary Department will render the program followed by a new feature: a "June Procession" of the scholars wearing veils and wreaths of flowers. Every parent is invited to be present S.p.m. Program by the Senior Department T. J. Holliday. Sunt. Rev. S. M. Johnson. D. D. Pastor Attractive Booths Automobile Rides Proceeds to send needy children to Fresh Air Farm at Delight Help by coming and bring somebody else Mrs. Ida M. Hilton, Chair. Miss Ida R. Cummings, President Mrs. Mamie Bruce, Secretary Mrs. Martha Thompson, Treas. GRAND FLAG DRILL Given by the Woman's Relief Corps No. 1, Monday, June 14, 1915 At Grand Army Hall, Tessier and Orchard Sts. Admision 5 Cents Refreshments at Moderate Prices Address by Mr. Benjamin Smith, Supervisor of Colored Schools for Washington County Jennie Richards and Annie Welch, Chairladies Emma Johnson, President AN ALL-STAR CONCERT A GRAND MUSICAL PROGRAM WILL BE RENDERED AT BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Sunday Evening, June 20th at 8.30 o'clock Representing Baltimore's Best Vocal and Instrumental Talent. In the interest of the Day Nursery Association Under the auspices of the Advisory Board. Special care being given each selection. The names of those taking part will Of the Isaac Myers Bible Class of Bethel A.M.E. Church (a) The Steamer "STARLIGHT" (b) THE COMMOMWEALTH ORCHESTRA (c) A large good-natured crowd (d) A fine time; and Annual Picnic of Allen A. M. E. Sunday School Come go with us to BROWN'S GROVE on the New Steamer Starlight 9.30 A. M. THURSDAY JUNE 17th, 1915 2.30 P. M. Miller's Wharf Good Music Refreshments and Lunches Miller's Wharf Howard D. Brent, Supt. Ernest C. Wells, Sect. Rev. P. J. Jordan, Pastor It-in This company is composed of many of the progressive Blind of Maryland, and many graduates of the Maryland School for Blind. Come and spend an evening of enjoyment with us. The program will consist of Solos, Duetts, Dialogues and Choruses. Doors open at 7.30 r. m., exercises at 8 p. m. ADMISSION 10 CENTS REFRESHMENTS ON SALE Mr. Peter Fizer, Manager Mr. J. T. Ransom, Secretary Rev. I. N. Ross, D.D., Pastor 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 Wm. H: Proctor. President Algernon Jackson, Secretary Thaddeus Copeland, Supt. DON'T MISS THE Annual Picnic of Allen Come go with us to BROWN'S GREAT 9.30 A. M. THURSDAY JU Miller's Wharf Good Music Refres Howard D. Breni, Supt. Ernest C. W. A Grand Literary and Given by the Maryland AT EBENEZER A MONDAY EVENING This company is composed of Maryland, and many graduates of Come and spend an evening of en- will consist of Solos, Duetts, Dial at 7.30 r. m., exercises at 8 p. m. ADMISSION 10 CENTS Mr. Peter Fizer, Manager Rev. I. N. Ross Book Dates Now GREENWOOD E CATONSV For terms write, call or phone, C MILLER'S LURAY, W In the heart of the mountain city gaieties with the quiet of coo cool airy rooms, within five minu- ing table, tennis court, fishing; n Season June 5th MRS Mr. Samuel W. Jones and Miss Emily S. Dent were married on last Wednesday evening, June 9. They have the good wishes and hearty cooperation of their parents. John T. Williams, Vice President John H. Murphy, Teacher J. W. Sanders, D.D., Pastor A. M. E. Sunday School GROVE on the New Steamer Starlight JUNE 17th, 1915 2.30 P. M. Freshments and Lunches Miller's Wharf Wells, Sect. Rev. P. J. Jordan, Pastor 11-in Musical Entertainment Blind Concert Company A. M. E. CHURCH ING, JUNE 21, 1915 Of many of the progressive Blind of of the Maryland School for Blind enjoyment with us. The program dialogues and Choruses. Doors open. REFRESHMENTS ON SALE Mr. J. T. Ransom, Secretary ess, D.D., Pastor Book Dates Now ELECTRIC PARK VILLE, MD. C. WOODLAND, Catonsville, M COTTAGE VIRGINIA Rins. An ideal resort uniting all country. Every summer comfort— tutes of the Luray Caverns; tempt- music, dancing. Booklet on request to September 30th. S. ALDINA HAWKINS HAINES A gentleman who plays the violin would like to know of some lady who plays either the piano, organ or guitar as a pastime. Call or address S..596 W. Biddle WAYMAN MEM A.M.E CHURCH Carrall Street Rev. P. H. Green, Pastor Parsonage: 1334 Carroll Street 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2. 80 p. m., Sabbath Sunday. 3. p. m., Strangers. 8. p. m., Children's Day exercises. Persons wishing to visit the church take any car that transfers to Columbia avenue. All welcome. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith Street near Orleans Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2. 80 p. m., Sunday School Session. 8. p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. J. E. Waters, Sgt. Annas and G. Martin, Pastor Rev. James G. Martin, Pastor Parsonage 1610 Calhoun Street 11 a.m. Sermon by the Pastor. 2.80 p.m., Sunday School. Children's Day. Special exercises. 7 to 8 p.m., Song Service. 8 p.m. Sermon by the pastor. James E. Neal, Supt. tor. You are cordially invited 2.80 p. m., Special Children's Day exercises in the Sunday School. A special prepared program will be rendered. You are invited. 8 p. m., a special exercise, entitled "The Tree of Life," by the senior scholars and teachers of the Sunday School. In the interest of Children's Dsy. We beg the hearty support of the parents and friends, and ask the loan of your plants and flowers. H. D. Brent, Sunt. S. S CHURCH Cor. Orchard and Tessier Streets Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor Personage: 1232 Argyle Ave. 1 a. m., Special Sermon by Pastor. Subject: "Our Duty to God and Man." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Edward T. Martin, Supt. 4 p. m. Class meeting. 5 p. m., Platform Meeting. Promi- nient speakers will be present. Wednesday evening, Class Meeting. Everybody is welcome to our services Frederick Dabney, SeeLY. C. H. Hanley, Trea. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Lanale Street Rev. J. W. Sanders, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor 3.00 p. m., Sunday School. 6 p. m., A. C. E. L. 5 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. T. H. Copeland, Supt. Wm. Coleman, Pres of the League. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery Street near Charles Rev. I. N. Ross. D. D. Pastor 7 a. m. Union Class Meeting. 10 a. m. One class. 11 a. m. special sermon by Pastor, subject: "children's day." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Children's Day exercises. 7.30 p. m. Sermon by the Pastor. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle Street Rev. S. M. Johnson. D. D. Pastor Children's Day. 11 a. m. Sermon by the Pastor, subject: "Pay for Nursing." 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Special program by the Primary Department. The awarding of certificates. 7.30 p. m. special program by the adults of the Sunday School. Many splendid songs and recitals. T. J. Bolliday, Supt. COLLETT MEM. A. M. M. CHURCH Ostend St., near Scott Rev. Columbus Handy, Pastor. 11 a. m., preaching. 2.80 p. m., Sunday School. 5.80 p. m., Class. 7.30 p. m., preaching. Special sermon by the Pastor. Come see us. Miss Ida Cole, Supr. PERKINS SQUARE BAPT. CHURCH George St. and Clinton Ave. Rev. F. R. Williams, D. D., Pastor. 11 a. m., Baptizing. Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., Communion. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. Wm. Holt, D. D., of Atholton M. E. Church, the great Evangelist. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton St. near W. Baltimore St. Rev. R. H. Knight, Pastor 10 a. m. Class. 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. Dr. Hunt. 2 p. m. Sunday School. 7.00 p. m. Song Service. 8 d. m., Rev. Dr. Milton Lee will preach to the Stewards. T. H. McGowan, Supt. 3RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Robert Street Rev. G. P. Rodgers, Pastor Sabbath (Saturday) Service Sabbath School 10 a. m. Preaching service 11.30 a. m. Sunday night. June 13th. 7.45 d. m., excellent program arranged under the direction of the Sabbath School Super- intendent. All are invited. Rev. W. David Wood, Pastor 6.30 a. m., Class Meeting. Rev. W. H. Wilmore, leader. 10 a. m., Bible Institute. 11 a. m., Special sermon by the Pastor. Subject: "The Necessity of Prayer." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., King's Hill M.E. Church. Pastor, congregation, choir and band. Special sermon by Pastor, subject, "Prayer and the Answer." 8 p. m., Sermon by the Presiding Elder of Washington district, Dr. G. T. Long. Come hear him Monday night, June 14th, special services. The congregation and pastor of the A. M. J. Zion Church will worship with us. Come hear Dr. G. L. White. Be is a great preacher. Miss Emma Gilmar, Supt. ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH East 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m., Preaching by Rev. Joshua Fuller. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 7.30 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor Lord's Supper. Mrs. Pearl M. Rice, Supt. Mrs. Elise Hall, Pres. E. L. Mrs. E. B. Fuller, Pres. Ladies' Miss Ida Williams, Supt. Jr. League EASTERN M. E. FIRE AND HOLY GHOST CHURCH McElderry Street and Patterson Park Avenue Residence: 618 Dolphin Street 11 a.m. s. Special Sermon by the Pastor. Subject: "The Devil's Telephone Number." Revival services every night during the week. Everybody welcome. Visitors may take any car and transfer to Orleans street car; get off at McClairry street. W. M. Fowler, Supt. S. S. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCH Dolphin and Etting Streets Rev. M. I. Navlor, D. D. Pastor 10 a. m., Bible Class. T. H. Smith, Instructor. Children's Day. 11 a. m., Annual Sermon to graduating class of High School and the Sunray School by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Children's Day exercises by the Primary Department. 8 p. m., Exercises by Senior Department of S. S. Address by Prof. Mason A. Hawkins. Churchman Day Services. 11 a. m., Sermon on "Education" by Rev. Charles H. Johnson, D. D., of Morgan College. Collection for the Board of Education. 2:30 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m., Special program rendered by the Sukday School. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Rogers Ave. and Lexington Street Rev. Goo. C. Curry, D. D., Pastor Parsonage 1833 N. Calhoun St. 11 a. m., Sermon by Pastor. Subject: "Value of Christian Education." 2.30 p. m., Children's Day exercises by the Junior Dept. of Sunday School. 8 p. m., Special program by Senior Dept. The collections for Christian education. All are cordially invited. Mr. C. T. Stewart, Supt. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Carey and Baker Streets Rev. A. J. Mitchell, D. D., Pastor Parsonage 1363 N. Calhoun St. 6.30-9 a. m., Class. Bros. Lane and Thompson, leaders. 11 a. m., sermon by the Pastor, to the Aged. Communion. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. Henry Johnson, Supt. 3 p. m., Prayer and Praise Service. For the benefit of the aged members and visitors. 8 p. m., Sermon by Pastor. Subject: "The Power of Personal Influence," Communion. The Children's Church will close until the third Friday in September. On Friday, June 18th, all parents are invited to the closing service. Boy Scouts meets every Tuesday and Friday S'clock. SANTA RICA Street, Cincinnati City Rev. S. A. Virgil, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., special sermon by the Pastor, subject: "Elijah, Zeebel and Ahab." Character sketch. 3 p. m., Children's Day Service. S p. m., continuance of Children's Day program. Don't forget the excursion to Brown's Grove, June 23rd, 1975. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH Franklin and Pine Streets Rev. S. R. Hughes, A. M. Pastor Personage, 1424 Argyle Avenue 11 a. m., Special Sermon by the Pastor, subject, "Icebergs in Church." 3.80 p. m., Sunday School. Choice music. 3 p. m., Rev. W. D. Wood, church and choir. S p. m., Rev. R. D. Williams, Ph. D., of Morgan College. Monday night, S p. m., lecture by Rev. Dr. Clarkson, Chaplain of the Grand Army. Subject: "The Civil War." All Grand Army organizations specially invited. Penna Ave. near Dolphin Street Rev. G. H. White, Pastor 11 a. m., Subject: "A More Excellent Way." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. W. W. Browh, Supt. 8 p. m., Subject: "The Lost Christ." Seat Free. Strangers welcome. You are cordially invited to attend the opening services at GRAOE FIRST EVANG. OHUROH, Sharp St., bet. Montgomery and Henrietta Sts. Sunday, June 18th, 1915 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Mrs. Willie Brown. 3 p. m., Sermon by Rev. John Cornish. 3 p. m., Sermon by a Stranger. Rev. Mrs. Grace A. M. Diggs will have charge. C. Y. W. C. A. 1200 Druid Hill Avenue You are cordially invited to attend services Sunday, from 5 to 6 p. m. The services will be in charge of the King's Daughters. Dr. B. M. Bhetta will deliver an address. Friends will render solos and recitations. Good music. Come and bring a friend. Mrs. S. K. Turner, Chairman, will preside. Miss Charlotte Davage, Pres. Miss E. E. Bright, Sec'y. Commencement Season Filled With Many Brilliant Features For Students and Visitors—Bishop Williams Delivers Instructive Closing Address. Miss Simpson is Class Salutatorian. By CLEMENT RICHARDSON. Tuskegee, Ala. — Tuskegee institute closed its thirty-fourth annual commencement season in the institute chapel the last week in May with an able address by Bishop Williams of Augusta, Ga., and by awarding more than 200 diplomas to regular graduates, special students and postgraduates. The season, as usual, began with a lawn party by the ten literary societies of the school. This was followed by an introspection declaration contest, in which one representative from each club speaks for one of three prizes offered by the executive council. The march to the chapel was one long and imposing line of trustees, executive council, teachers, alumni and students, who wound their way from the battalion grounds through the campus, down the hollow past White hall, around by the John A. Andrew hospital to the chapel. Here an eloquent sermon was delivered by Bishop Theodore D. Bratton of Jackson, Miss. A Tuskegee Subbath is commonly a very full day, but owing to the long march preceding the usual commencement sermon the activities were curtied. Beginning with Monday each day had its special commencement function, while of course classes and industries continued to run. Monday marked the close of Phelps hall Bible school. The commencement exercises were held at night. This year the graduating class has been making a special survey of Macon county Sunday school work. Stories and slides showed how intimately these future Christian workers had gone into homes as well as into churches with their endeavors. This work is under the direction of Rev. G. Lake Imes, dean of Phelps hall Bible training school. On Tuesday afternoon came the girls exhibition in gymnastics, under the direction of Miss Ruth Logan. Miss Logan this year made a specialty of games; hence the exhibition consisted in a large variety of games, which served to develop in the student quickness of mind and limb along with proper breathing and physical endeavor. Commencement day is a gala day at Tuskegee institute, a gala day for the people from the towns round about and especially for the people in the country. Daybreak finds them on their way to "the Normal," as they call Tuskegee. Sunrise finds a chain of vehicles rolling into the campus and filling in the hollow set apart for the visitors to tie their horses. They pack the chapel, fill the lawn and walks until one finds the school transformed into a crowded city. Everything is done to make these people feel that it is their day. Booths are erected, farm exhibits put up and a program shaped largely for their benefit. This year, for example, a young woman, Miss Addle May Simpson, the salutatorian, showed how to serve a home breakfast out of the garden. Miss Antonia Brandi demonstrated to the audience short cuts in laundering, and Jerry Jarmon discussed methods of eradicating the cowlock in the south. In every case the plan was to give the people some real instruction to take back home. The exercises closed with Bishop Williams' address, which goes down as one of the best of its kind delivered at the school. The following program was rendered after music and prayer: Salutatory, "Serving a Breakfast" (illustrated). Addle May Simpson, Wayne Church. "Carpentry For the Home" (illustrated), Lewis Warren Driver, Troy, Ala. "Modern Home Laundering" (illustrated), Antonia Brandi, Cayez, Porto Rico. Music, chol. "Wiring For Electricity In the Home" (illustrated), James William Lucas, Fitzgerald. "Common Uses of Electricity In the Home" (illustrated), Hepser Argyle Jackson, Detroit, Mich. Music, "Spring's In the Air," boys' chorus. Alumni anniversary address, Mr. J. H. Kelley, class of 1996, Nashville, Tenn. Melody, choir. Music, the "Chorus," choir. Industrial exhibition. "The Eradication of the Cattle Tick In the South" (illustrated), Jerry Dillard Jarral. "Every Day Bookkeeping" (illustrated), Frank King, Denver, Colo. Music. "A Perfect Day," girls' chorus. Valedictory. "Industrial Education and the New South." Andrew Becher, Centen- ary. The Tuskegee song. The commencement address, Right Rever- end R. B. Williams, bishop C. M. E. Echurch, Augusta. Training of diplomas, certificates and prizes. Music "Autd Lang Syne" school. Big Jobbing Business in Kansas. The firm of Fred Freed & Son of Lawrence, Kan., conducts one of the largest jobbing businesses in the state Kansas. It specializes in eggs and puddy and clips its goods in car lots to the wholesale and retail trade of ABLE METHODIST LEADER. Higher Official Position For Dr. I. N. Ross Is Suggested. The recent death of Bishop Henry M. Turner, senior bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal church, brought prominently to the public mind the great part that men of the race connected with the African Methodist Episcopal church have played in the religious, educational and economic advance of the race. It also focused attention on the fact that when the denomination holds its general conference at Philadelphia in May, 1916, it will have rounded out a century of beneficent existence. Founded by Richard Allen as a protest against race discrimination rampant in the white church more than a century ago, it has steadily grown until it is one of the leading religious denominations among our people managed solely by them. Then there are Bishop Daniel A. Payne, pioneer in advocating an educated ministry and hairy; Wayman, Arnett, Shorter, Campbell, Ward. Brown and others who have gone ahead to await the coming of such men as the recently deceased Bishop Turner. These men did not enjoy the early advantages of an education such as are open to the race now, but they had the vision that would make the road of those who came after them less rocky. Stalwart, capable mini- REV. I. N. ROSS, D. D. results all over the land are seen as the results of their devotion to the church. Among the many men who have drunk in the wisdom of the fathers of the church and shown capability along all lines is the Rev. I. N. Ross, D. D., pastor of Ebenezer A. M. E. church, Baltimore. He is now favorably considered as available and suitable timber for the bishopric. Dr. Ross is a native of Tennessee, and three of his older brothers, now deceased, were active ministers in the denomination. The brothers were the Rev. W. P. Ross, founder of the Divinity high school, now Edward Waters college, Jacksonville, Flk.; the Rev. O. P. Ross, at the time of his death dean of Campbell college, Jackson, Miss., and the Rev. A. H. Ross, one of the founders of Wayman Institute, Harrodsburg, Ky. Dr. Ross has been a minister since 1880, when he joined the Ohio conference. He has successfully pastored in a number of conferences and entertained the general conference when it met at St. Paul's church, Columbus, O., in 1900. While stationed in Ohio he pursued advanced courses at Oberlin college. It is not only as an orator that he is known, but as a revivalist and financier. He built the Wiley Avenue church, Pittsburgh, and was stationed at Big Belt church. Atlanta, before being sent to Metropolitan church. Washington, six years ago. He has been a delegate to a number of general conferences of his denomination and though not a delegate four years ago received a most flattering vote for the episcopacy. Since his recent election as one of the six ministers to represent the Baltimore A. M. E. conference at the next general conference he has received flattering offers of support for the bishopric from Influential churchmen in various sections of the country. Mississippi Honors Washington. The Mississippi state board of examiners in arranging the questions for the examination of the state teachers included the career and work of Booker T. Washington as one of the subjects for discussion under composition in the test for first grade standing. This is the first instance in the history of the state that the colored teachers have had an opportunity to tell of the work of this great leader, and it shows to what extent the white people of the south, and Mississippi in particular, are interested in the work of Dr. Washington. Speakers at Sociological Congress. At the recent meeting of the southern sociological congress, which met in Houston, Tex., the following named eminent men of the race were delegates and delivered addresses: Dr. C. V. Roman of Nashville, Tenn.; Dr. L. K. Williams, Fort Worth, Tex.; Professor J. W. Gilbert, Paine college, Augusta, Ga.; President Joseph A. Booker, Arkansas Baptist college, Little Rock; Dr. R. R. Wright, Jr., editor of the Negro Year Book, Tuskegee institute. Clubwomen Hold Series of Meetings. The Woman's Improvement club of Indianapolis. Ind., recently held a series of very profitable educational meetings at the various churches in Indianapolis. The club is raising a fund in aid of the fresh air camp, which is conducted in the summer at Oak Hul. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGE BIRTH OF A MINISTER'S WIVES UNION. Our country was first set centre of activity was the house" or church. The was "looked up to" or as few other men were. Years have gone by and institutions have come into the church in some com- does not even reach many people; much less is it for center of activity in the city. People, however, more than people in this country, and the church the best of dress is a matter of common discussion. She must dress plainly enough to be inconspicuous even among the humbler of her flock, and yet she must have enough style about her to please those who do not wish to be ashamed of their minister's wife. To accomplish all this the ministers' wives find help and strength in coming to gether to exchange ideas, gather inspiration, devise ways and means of helping to make their community better. They recognize the responsibility of their position; they appreciate the opportunity that is afforded them, and they want to do their full share in saving the world for Christ. Surely as the minister is the shepherd of the flock, so is his wife the shepherdess. As he leads them and points out the way from darkness into light she can coax into line those who would stray away from the fold; she can cheer and administer to the weak and discouraged. Truly the minister's wife should be a helpmate. However difficult may be the task, however little thanks she may get here some day the faithful minister's wife will receive the reward promised those to whom an Allseeing Father says, "Inasmuch as ye have done it unto the least of these my little ones, ye have done it unto me." Let us take fresh courage,sisters; let us gain greater force,see broader opportunities,accomplish more good by coming together in sweet union for the uplifting of our Lord's kingdom. Dear Reader. I am writing this article to you to inform you of an Old People's Day, the like of which I knew nothing of until reading in the Silver Cross Magazine. There I read a story that impressed me so favorably that I took it to the circle and read it and we had the first Old People's Day, June 5, 1899. I trust you will do likewise. You need not wait for an Old Folks' Day but if you own an automobile or a carriage do as I saw a dentist's wife in Washington, D.C. do one sabbath afternoon when she took an old gentlemen who was sick and not able to hire a conveyance to take a drive. Go by for them sometime as you go to church and allow them enjoy the services also as they could not otherwise. While leader of the Mary E. Lee Circle of King's Daughters of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Columbus, Ohio, I read in our official organ, The Silver Cross, a story which impressed me so greatly that I took it to my Circle and read it. The story told how some young people brought into the lonely lives of some old people a day full of sunshine and joy. The Mary E. Lee Circle followed up the idea of the story and introduced a unique and lovely service in St. Paul's Church. The pastor who was the husband of the leader set aside a day for the Old Folks. On the appointed day, the old people who were too feeble to walk or come in cars were brought in carriages donated by the undertakers who were friends of the church. Fifty old people were present and their ages ranged from 52 to 102 years. All denominations were represented and the service was beautiful. After the sermon, communion was administered. Then the old people were taken to another room in the church and served a substantial dinner by the King's Daughters. A few hours were then spent in delightful recounting of experiences in the lives of the dear old people. When the old folks were taken home they had the memory of a bright day to cheer them in the remaining days of their declining years. The next church which this service was planned was Allen Temple, Cineinnati, O. The same general plans were carried out under the direction of the Willing Workers, a church club and also a member of the National Association of Colored Women' Clubs. An incident occurred which showed what the day meant to the dear old folks. One dear old soul said good night to her daughter Saturday night but instead of getting into bed, dressed and sat up all night lest she overseep herself and thus he too late for the carriage to carry her to the service. The smooth bed in the morning told the daughter of her mother's all-night wait. Another old lady was walking on crutches three days before the service, but was so overjoyed at the thought of the service that she THE WORTH OF A MINISTER'S WIVES UNION. THE WORTH OF A MINISTER'S WIVES UNION. When cur country was first settled the centre of activity was the "meeting house" or church. The minister was "looked up to" or respected as few other men were. As the years have gone by and other institutions have come into existence, the church in some communities does not even reach many of the people; much less is it for all, the center of activity in the community. Our people, however, more than any other people in this country, have found the church the best means of reaching the most people. The ministers have become the voice of the people. It is the ministers who bring messages of hope and good cheer in times of difficulty; it is the ministers who voice protests against injustice without fear of losing positions; it is the ministers who can reach and lead the people as no other group of men can. Remembering the well-known truth, "In union there is strength," and realizing the important position of our ministers, ministers' unions are formed in many of our communities. Now, our ministers are very busy men, and cannot look after all the needs of the community, so we have organized a union of ministers' wives. The first union was in Cincinnati, O., in the year 1904. Our first special work was a Home for Unfortunate Girls. This was not successful, so we directed our efforts toward the Home for Working Girls. We gave furniture, and the Union still looks after it. The Union meets regularly. Each minister's wife is keeping her eyes open for opportunities to do good makes it possible to accomplish much good. When my husband finished his work in Cincinnati and went to Atlanta, Ga., I organized the second link in the chain of unions. (1908.) Our special work was to look up children who had never been baptized. We divided ourselves into four districts and had a special afternoon for the same four meetings a year for this special purpose. Then we held monthly massmeetings and brought before the public our many needs. Leaving Atlanta, and settling for a period in Washington, D. C., our third link in the union was formed (1910). Here we held a public meeting monthly in different churches and divided the money with the church and ministers' wives. We helped wherever it was needed, homes or individuals. All of the Unions are interdenominational; we meet not as Methodists, Baptists or any particular denomination, but as sisters with a common cause—to better our community and a common purpose to lift higher all that come within our influence. That you may understand clearly the object and plan of our Union. Let me read to you the preamble to the constitution: "Seeing the need of a closer union between the wives of the ministers of all denominations is the fact that has prompted me in the organization of such association. It is not denominational, but interdenominational. By thus assembling ourselves together in this democratic way it is my hope that we will be able to gain such information of the work of the ministers of their respective churches that there may be timely suggestions made that will help each individual member." It is also my aim in the formation of these associations to improve home conditions, and in improving the home we elevate mankind. It is my desire that this constitution and by-laws shall be carried out to the letter, and in so doing we will have a well regulated association. The duties imposed upon the members are not arduous, and it is my prayer that good and lasting work will be effected. So valuable has been the work in various committees that the Ministers' Wives' Union now forms a department of the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs. The motto of this great body is "Lifting as We Climb." You can readily see the opportunity this object gives the ministers' wives. The department is young, but the past points to a happy future. The position of a minister's wife is very difficult. Everybody feels free to criticise her if she fails to visit the sick, comfort the bereaved, listen to the troubles of the congregation, appear at and take an active part at all meetings in season and out of season. Besides these many duties for which'the church hires her husband she must not neglect her family, nor her home, and she must always wear a pleasant smile. Even her manner MRS. I. N. ROSS, Baltimore, Md. 18 West Montgomery St. OLD PEOPLES' DAY laid aside the crutches and went that day leaning on a cane. She was a Baptist but she felt at home in the Methodist Church. When the collection was lifted, like the widow who gave her mite, she gave her last penny in the collection. Later in Washington, D. C., another Old Folk's Day was held. The services had been held in previous years but the carriages had been hired and were few. A few undertakers were visited and gladly agreed to help in the service by sending carriages to take the old folks to and from the church. Everywhere we go, one Sunday each year is given up to the dear old people who are unable to attend church as in their younger days. Denominational views are cost aside and all join in the day's service which means so much to these dear old folks whose days are numbered and whose brightest memories are of days gone by. No one can measure the good of the day which stands out so brightly in the more or less monotonous days of those whose days of activity are almost over. Old Folk's Day is a day of heartful enjoyment to the old folks and of loving service to those who make it possible. A CALL TO MINISTER'S WIFE Cincinnati, O., A. D. 1915. To the Ministers' Wives of All Denominations of the Christian Church in the United States of America, Greetings: Dear Sisters and Fellow-Workers in the Vineyard of the Lord—We, the wives of ministers, who have been working together in an organization for the promotion of better understdaing among those who are to care for the Heralds of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our Savior, and the most intense humiliation, make the largest sacrifices and endure the most intolerable privations, invite you to join is in a National meeting, July 27 and 28, A. D. 1915 in the city of Cincinnati, for the purpose of perfecting a committee and organization along National lines as a means to prepare for greater help- WM. E. 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You will be better prepared for usefulness after having joined and actively worked in the Ministers' Wives' Association in your city. You can be a help to the Association, and the Association will indeed be a help to you. If you are so situated that you can not make this call, pass this appeal on to another minister's wife, whom you think can render the service. Write the Corresponding Secretary for Constitutions today. Mrs. Hattie Brown Walker, 1023 W. Ninth street, Cincinnati, O. Corresponding Secretary to the National Interdenominal Association of Ministers' Wives. First—Write the corresponding secretary by July 1 the number of delegates you will send from your local society. Second— We are incorporated under the laws of the State of Ohio, which instrument of incorporation bears date February 22, A.D. 1915. Our objects and aims, therefore, are not matters of speculation and guestwork, but are set forth in plain words, which withstood the scrutiny of rigid State examination. Third— We of this city will undertake to care for the delegation without any cost to the visitors after they come to the city; i. e., we will attempt to board and lodge them free. We will give from time to time to those who may write such information as is necessary about the final arrangements. Yours for "Helping Others," Mrs. Mary E. W. Blackwell, president Mrs. Hattie Brown Walker, corresponding secretary Mrs. Viola Calliman, treasurer Mrs. Lizzle Francis, first vice president. Advertisement 1,000 Agents. Good Money Made. DISCUSSION ON NAME OF RACE SCORES JOHN E. BRUCE. Western Man Delivers Sweeping Opinion on Question of Great Human Interest—Quotes From Eminent Authorities and Concludes That We Will Be Absorbed by the Caucasians. By P. L. CARMOUCHE. Detroit, Mich.—With all statistics at Bruce "Grit"'s command to show how many blacks, part blacks, mulattoes, quadroons, octoons and those beyond the oons in the United States and all ancient and modern ethnology and all dictionary definitions combine to show what color or any other part of man was necessary to create an Ethiopian, then an African, then a "Negro" and some more such names, they do not and cannot truthfully and scientifically apply to us today as Bruce "Grit" would have it apply. Notwithstanding the words of Saul of Tarsus that God "hath made of one blood all nations of men," somebody tries to change all of that when it comes to our race. Yes, Brother Bruce "Grit," because it is not a long, long way to the final end or outcome—caused by the presence of the Ethiopian or "African" or "Negro" as slaves in the United States—as to who will be brown or white, but that time will come, and it is coming faster than we are willing to admit. Therefore, is it not more proper for those who recognize and accept this ancient ethnological defamation of the laws or word of God and dictionary definitions of the word "Negro" applied to us to defend its propriety or impropriety with no malice, disrespect and contempt toward those who differ with them? I think so. If Mr. Bruce would have given his subject his most careful consideration—and I know by my careful considerations of his writings that he is a deep thinker and a great writer—he surely would have been more charitable to those unfortunate whose ancestors became the victims of the beast of the "white slave masters" in the United States. I am fifty-four years of age, and as long as I can remember, knowing the full meaning of it, I have from race pride looked upon it with a sorrow for the blacks, all because of the transfiguration of the African, part of him, his color, which I never considered a disgrace. Thus it was from that very day when the first African woman and man, too, landed on American soil. The white man by mistake did not intend him to forever remain a Negro in the United States. There and then his history and all which pertained to him as a race in Africa would be a dead history to him in America. It is so no matter how we twist it. I do not profess to be an ethnologist nor a scientist, but I have sufficient reasoning faculties to lead me to believe that my way of reaching objection to the term Negro is proper. To the Washington Dec. Dec. 20, 1913, and the Seattle Searchlight, Dec. 27, 1913, I contributed to those papers "The Curse of Slavery In the United States," in which I repudiated the word "Negro," with no prejudice nor malicious intent to the black man nor disrespect and contempt to the part blacks, mulattoes, octoroons and quadroons. Necessity is well known to the white man. He knows that it knows no law, and when that time comes ancient dictionary definitions on that cognomen "Negro" will disappear in the United States. It will be another destruction, a modern destruction of facts pertaining to the Ethiopian age. Annesley Burrows' article in the Detroit Journal of Jan. 23, "Can't Stop Relations of Whites and Blacks by Law," was a "stunner," in perfect accord with conditions as they now exist. When Bruce "Grit" uses the word "never" on the term "Negro" being abolished he is in error, and time is proving it, possibly to the dissatisfaction of Mr. "Grit" and other colored men who accept the term as final. Time is proving, too, that this new model is still in process of construction and reconstruction. As black, with no distaste of it, as it used to be, this modern refinery of an American nation of its own liking in the United States has partly made of the old casting—the former African slave—a most wonderful specimen, through breeding and cross breeding of the human family. It made such men as Fred Douglas, P. B. S. Pinchback. John M. Langston, Ira Aldridge. T. Thomas Fortune. T. T. Allain. B. K. Bruce. Dr. L. Rudanez. R. L. Desdunes and E. McCoy. It made the Hon. Crispus Attucks of Revolutionary fame, and it partly made Booker T. Washington, because he is not black. How could I begin to name the wonderful specimens of men it made and those that are here now by the thousands? As to the woman's share of it, we can well place her in the front ranks with the best of men of this modern refinery of nations in the United States. If Mr. John E. Bruce (Bruce "Grit") would have, and possibly he has, an opportunity to travel around this country and see the thousands-yea, the hundreds of thousands-of "our peo ple' whose color is not black—it is at this very point of this controversy where I differ with the correctness of statistics on the number of real blacks, those who are of ginger cake color, light ginger cake color or the likes of it, and they are all "contaminated," the white census takers count them in as black—he would wonder as to what will be the outcome of it all. Considering it in that light, Bruce "Grit" is in error with his figures, taken from such an incorrect enumeration, as to the number of real blacks in the United States. Now, New York city would be a good place to test this question. While Detroit is small in comparison, yet it furnishes a fair example as to who is black, any place for that matter is suitable. Mr. Bruce is in a good place or section. Let him make a careful observation and see what he will find. If you do not conclude that the "black" brother is disappearing, notwithstanding the south furnishes them by thousands, well, then, I am sadly mistaken. Isn't it a fact, and should I say that in certain sections of the entire south is where you can find the largest percentage of this process of recasting this new specimen who is not an African or "Negro" nor a Caucasian or white man? This is a question of the human and not of the animal, and terms applied to animals I do not propose to use, mixed or not. They are all equals. From this mixture which has taken place and is taking place between the whites and blacks and part black; mulattoes, quadroons and octoroons among themselves and the whites too; rest assured that a more appropriate name than "Negro" must and will be found to define this breed of the human family. The real black is to be admired. But I do not know the color of Mr. John E. Bruce "Grit." Possibly he is not included in this. The real blacks, as I started to say, must be admired for holding on to their end of it which defines a Negro, because the longer they remain black the longer it will retard the process—that might be of some satisfaction—of our complete absorption in the United States. This is no theory, nor is it "amateur ethnology" nor false enumeration. It is a plain, visible fact which is transpiring in our very sight, and all who do not see it should open their eyes. They are asleep. Wake up! Did Bruce "Grit" give that phase of the question due consideration? If not-his reasoning faculties are of the best; let him try them on the lines I have indicated—he will find that the test is correct. If there was such a thing in nature as paying a penalty for friendship or associating with other colors but our own the offspring of such would be unnatural. In fact, if it wasn't natural there would not be any results at all. But it isn't so. The only penalty which is being paid by both races is the loss of their original color. Since it is true that that will be the only way to solve this most aggravating "race problem," the sooner—for the peace and contentment of both races—the better. Neither will lose anything, according to the laws of nature, in the transaction. All are equals—black, brown or white makes no particle of difference. Prejudice is an awful thing. It creates wonders, so much so, in order to belittle all other persons or people but themselves, the "white Christians" made the Hebrew a "Jew" and a "Sheeny." Judas crucified the Hebrew race when the betrayed Christ. From that day of "betrayal" the Hebrew became a "Jew" and a persecuted people. As for the Ethiopian or "African," the "white Christians," ethnology does not say as to who the Ethiopian betrayed in order that they be crucified even unto this day, as awfully mixed persons as they are in the United States. In some way the "white Christians" found a way to do so, and as profound a thinker as Mr. John E. Bruce is he accepts without a murmur that which was handed down to him from an ancient prejudice source as final. Not for me. It is just as improper for a Hebrew to be a "Jew" as it is for us to be termed a "Negro" in the United States. It was a decision of court which tried to make of an African a real human-a beast in the United States. This race of human beings who are becoming neither white nor black here is not becoming so by orders and decisions of courts. There is something greater at work on this human result than all the decision of courts in this country. It is the decision of the laws of nature. I am surprised at Bruce "Grit." In the real law of human nature there is no such thing as hybrids and offshoots. Those terms belong to the animal and not to the human family. If to the contrary, those terms, too, derived from prejudice and the disposition of the white man to belittle all who were and are not white, even in his paintings of images and the likes of such things, the white man tried to show that it was be, and he alone, that God created. Now, Brother "Grit." you should be a little careful—yes, more careful. The person created by whatever alliance, neither is the greater nor the lesser. They are equals, all dictionary definitions to the contrary notwithstanding. Let us insist on the name American Mestizoids or American Amerizods. Why should our mixture of blood be any less than any other? "From one blood God made all men." Retail Dealers Form an Association. The retail dealers among our people at St. Louis have organized an association which has for its object the regulation of credits, a uniform system of prices and an exchange of business ideas. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER YOU CAN SAVE Doctors' Bills, Nurse Bills, Medicine Bills and Dollars--By Going to Provident Hospital 413-15 W. BIDDLE ST. Bed, tood, medicine, attention ed nurses, and doctors day and for $5.00 per week. Apply to Dr. D. Grant Scott, Superi At the Hospital. Mt. Ver. 43 Our staff consists of some of the best physic among whom are the following: E. J. Wheatley, Wm. T. Carr, E. V. Fitzgerald, S. B. Hugg C. H. Fowler, H. F. Brown, D. G. Scott, J. Edw. Fisher, J. H. T. R. G. Chissell, T. S. Hawkins, J. C. Robinson, F. N. Cardozo, B. Harris, H. S. McCard. Bed, tood, 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: E. J. Wheatley, Wm. T. Carr, G. E. Fitzgerald, S. B. Hughes*, Wm. H. Wright, C. H. Fowler, H. F. Brown, D. G. Scott, J. Edw. Fisher, S. B. Tompkins, Edw. Short, R. G. Chissell, T. S. Hawkins, J. C. Robinson, F. N. Cardozo, R. M. Rhetta, Wm. E. Harris, H. S. McCardy FAIR TREATMENT FOR ALL AT THE PANAMA EXPOSITION Report That the Management Draws the Color Line Is Denied. BY CHARLES ALEXANDER. San Francisco. On the western edge of the North American continent, lushed by the restless waves of the great Pacific ocean on one side and by an immense island dotted bay almost surrounding it on the other, in a remarkably congenial climate, a veritable garden spot of enchanting loveliness, is located San Francisco, the city of hills. In the most favored section of this city has been planted the Panama-Pacific International exposition. A visit to this exposition is calculated to broaden the minds of visitors, creating greater social sympathies among them, harmonizing geographical and international viewpoints and rendering it easy to realize the brotherhood of man among men. It would be a serious misfortune to the colored people of the United States if they should for any reason be deterred from visiting this magnificent exposition, and especially on account of the misleading and erroneous report circulated recently that the attitude of the citizens of San Francisco and the exposition is unfriendly, hostile and antagonistic toward them. Knowing our people as I do and realizing how easy it is to create the timorous spirit among them on questions of discrimination and prejudice, I have thought it wise to send forth this frank statement concerning the situation here in San Francisco. Nearly everywhere in this country questions of segregation, discrimination and prejudice are engrossing the attention of leaders, and I would save our people embarrass and humiliation wherever it is possible. To those who have decided to visit the exposition and to those who have not yet fully contemplated that pleasure be it understood that San Francisco is a big cosmopolitan city. It is more liberal in sentiment and less provincial in racial matters than many other cities of its size. Representatives of a great number of races are seen daily on the streets. Little racial antipathy or animosity is observable in the conduct of the people in public places notwithstanding the incongruous, dissimilar and heterogeneous character of the population. Indeed, San Francisco is singularly free from racial friction as compared with some other cities. On the exposition grounds the most generous and cordial spirit prevails among the visitors and natives, and here one sees for himself the gathering together of many strange peoples, arrayed in picturesque garbs, speaking unfamiliar languages and betraying peculiar traits of character. This wonderful sight inspires the belief that the time is not remote when universal peace will be realized, notwithstanding the terrible conflict now raging in Europe. The races, in order to reach some common ground, in order to arrive at some mutual understanding, must come together in this fashion, confer and get acquainted with each other, and this exposition is performing the beneficial mission of introducing the representatives of various races to each other on a larger scale than has ever been done before. As to accommodations for colored people in San Francisco, it is not true that our people are discriminated against, as has been stated in some of the eastern newspapers. Let all who will come, and you will be given a hearty welcome. First class accommodations at reasonable rates can be secured in all parts of the city. If any of our readers contemplate the trip to the exposition it would be well to write to Professor Charles Alexander, 1290 Erie street, San Francisco, for literature and full information. Our educators and leaders everywhere should avail themselves of the benefits of this wonderful display of the skill and genius of the world. The educational value of this exposition is inestimable. The arrangement of the spacious palaces in which the exhibits are installed and the Tower of Jewels, scintillating day and night with a wealth of unsurpassing beauty, furnish a feast for the mind and soul as helpful and inspiring as anything that has ever happened in the history of our country. Big Sum For Concord Baptist Church. The Rev. Dr. William M. Moss, minister of the Concord Baptist church, in e, attention of train= ors day and night, all Scott, Superintendent l. Mt. Ver. 4356 the best physicians in the city, Fitzgerald, S. B. Hughes,'Wm. H. Wright, Edw. Fisher, J. H. Tompkins, Edw. Short, on, F. N. Cardozo, B. M. Rhetta, Wm. E. Memoriam WILLIAMS—In, sad but loving remembrance of my dear brother. Alexander Williams, who departed this life five years ago, June 10, 1910. Had I been with you at last And held your dying hand. And heard the last sigh from your heart. He was the son of Rev. and Mrs. C. A. Williams. In loving remembrance of Mrs. Fannie Moore, who departed this life, June 9, 1914. Cne year ago today death visited our little flock And took one from among us To be laid out in the cold lot But in God there is consolation And from sin we will have to r- frain And walk in the paths that he bids us If we expect to meet again. By her sister, Mrs. Lillian Kiah, Cambridge Md. MILLS—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear brother, Richard C., who died one year ago, June 7, 1915. Gone but not forgotten. In Mt. Hope graveyard the stars are beaming are beaming Upon the silent grave, Where sleepeth without dreaming The one we could not save. Dear brother thou hast left me, I, thy lost most deeply feel, But 'tis God that has bereft me, He can all my sorrows heal. By his sister, Arnetta Mills. THOMPSON—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear mother, Mahalay Thompson, who departed this life four years ago today, June 11, 1907. Cannot be missed without you We loved you, but God loved you best And called you home with Him to rest. By her loving daughters, Mrs. Laura Boston, and Mrs. Bertha Murray. Memory of my dear husband and father, Richard Brooks, who left us one year ago today, June 11, 1914. Only asleep. Do we forget? Nor in each heart there lies A secret place where hid from mortal eyes Dwelled strong and true A love that never dies. Nor can we forget. By his widow, and son and wife. WOCDLAND—In sad and loving remembrance of our dear son and brother, Colbert, who died one year ago, June 8, 1914, in a lonely hospital with none of his loved ones near. Hopes of a fond mother lies buried in gloom Pride of her heart lies cold in the tomb And heard the last sigh from your heart My broken heart would then be healed; But this I wish in vain But one thought comes to me in my sadness He is free from all sickness and pain And I trust when my journey is ended I will meet my dear son again. By his loving mother, Sarah Woodland, brother Charles, and sisters Carrie and Mary. "EVERY DISEASE MAN IS HEIR TO" Is the expression so often heard and used in describing the troubles and complaints afflicting humanity. Many diseases are handed down to individuals from parent to parent, while again, through lack of training and knowledge, we acquire the germs of disease at first hand, and the process of destruction of the fine tissues of the body is begun, ending in misery and death. 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Eugene Turner, of New York city, was the guest of.his brother, Robert Turner, this week. Mrs. Martha Thompson, of 2143 Division street, was called to North Carolina on Monday having receiv- ed a telegram -that her father is very sick, suffering from paralysis. Mrs. Laura Jackson, of 803 N Bond street, accompanied by. her husband, Mr. Jackson, left the city this» week for: 15 daya visit in'the South, in Alabama and Kentucky. ‘hey will return home after the visit, ‘Mra. Benjamin H. Wallace, of 808 Tyson strest, has changed her residence to 505 W. Hoffman street, e Saturday, June 19, Japanese Ex- cursion. SORIORS ENTERTAIN: GRADUATES Pythian Castle was the scene of ‘very beautiful reception on Friday, due 4th, when the juniors of the Colared High Schoo! entertained the graduates, ‘The hall was at- tractively decorated. The reception and. dance lasted until eleven, when a eollation was served. Mr. Joseph ‘Hill. represented the Juniors, and Mr, F. N. Briscoe the seniors in brief farewell addresses.. Mr. Cur- tia Carpenter was the master of ceremonies... Aen — s A DELIGHTFUL - RECEPTION On Tuesday evening, June lst « Aelightful birthday surprise party ‘was tendered Miss Lillian V.Smith at’ the residence’ of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Osborne; Jersey City, N. J. ‘Miss Smith received many useful presents, After the evening was far spent. in‘musie and games the guests were ushered 'to the beauti- fully decorated dining room and enjoyed the delicacies of the season. ‘Those present were Misses Lillian ¥. Smith, Margarett Wiggins, Mary A. Osborn, Elizabeth Cuoper, Lillian M. Brown, Elsie Ruff, Etta 3M. Smith, Claudia Polkes. Messrs. Philip ‘Thomas, Fitzhugh G. Os- boro, ‘Thomas Brooks, Ulysses G. ‘Osborn, Joseph Thempson,and Rev. N. Oliver Osborn. SUPPER TO HISS BROWN There’ was a ‘supper “given in honor of Miss Eligha Brown, o! Alderson, W. Va, by Mr. and Mrs. Charles. Dawson, of 2123 Etting ‘street, ‘Those present were: Miss Eligha Brown, Miss Alice Kent ‘ot :Colum- ‘bus, Ohio; Mr. Clarence Hawkins of New York; Mr. C.. Dawson, Mr. and’ Mrs. €. H. Dawson, Mr. and ‘Mrs. Amose Williams. The table was decorated with the: fruits of ‘the season and the rest of the evening was spent in games. CRADLE ROLL CELEBRATION On Sunday, June.6th the Cradle Roll Department of Ehenezer A.M. B..S..S. -held. the firet anniversary of its infact department. “Seventy- dive certificates were «presented; The school was highly entertained dy the ‘songs and recitations of the Jittle ones, and: when ‘the roll was called they gladly responded ‘plac- “ing over $40 on the table. & There’ were three prizes awarded. The ‘baby raising’ the largest amuunt of money received a beauti- ful:silver cup, the second a locket andthe ‘next a baby ring. Later ‘they were brought to the front of the church where a flashlizht photo- ‘graph -was taken by Prof. Lane, which will be placed on exhibition ‘at. the great: Sunday. Szhoo! Conven- tion’ which will convene. at Bethel ALM, E: Church; June 30, to July Ath.’ Mapy congratulations were ‘eatowed.on: Miss Katie Brown the ‘superintendent’. of that. department cwho: was ‘assisted “ by-Mra.. Annie Stafford,’ district euperintendent of that:department.: Charles S::Tol- son: is'the superintendent, and Dr; 4.:N< Ross, ‘pastor. Ady: 2° “SHE AFRO-AME.jICAN -IEDCER.: = et pie in Bo SE ter aioe % BEN oh CONS ie a Eseaseke bo Ws A BSS PLC : : iA ACD He LC bilelé ta caereningrTiTi| rs Soa eee aise iS Meld VO ere fede tera ecg Sega te eee RAMEN GS RS pee ITT ae SSE eS. : en, Ee SS 5 ane - f “3 THE NEW UIT, | The Following. 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Se oe PSEA aed orto ee Fie a erp a OES en cee ee ‘Comfort and Elegance Without Extravagance This Magnificent ‘Hotel, Located in the ‘Heart of the Most Beautiful Seashore : ‘Resort in the World, is ener whe oars Modes trororement sup iereplee arth ey aden nero seneoand ine constaste, gueen pS ee vat jets pamosas, ocho da eae tion piven to ladies.and children.s &Send for booklet. my Sen (EW. DALE,{Owser. [Taran anc EASY PAYMENTS ARRANGED { l SEWERICONNECTIONS | ff] aa GRADE; | Uy © GUARANTEE UR WORK AND DO TT PROHPTLY =, | AND NEATLY Pare INVESTIGATE \ VI Lat of satisfied Ferri AN sent ‘ [ [> etm peter send | — Ab | Postal fresinte = Wa Shseles StButler J at oe | STAR PLUMBING C0..,j j 919 East Lombard Street RESIDENCE PHONE VERNON 6530 q Ce Can § nd Fad Fal Fad Fed GEORGE WADDELL Wishes to announce to his friends and the public in general that he is now with Z - LEON LEVI The Jeweler 309 W. Lexington Street e lect your June Brides’ and Graduation Presents NOW A Meeting of All GRADUATES ! SOF THE Colored -High School AT PENNA. AVE. A. M.E. ZION CHURCH Pennsylvania ave, near Do phin St. Wednes, June, 16th,2.30 p.m. OA SI ae ma ai a I a a i Ti ta ili 7 | MU, tit 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 where we allow you'5 per. cent on your spendings. In other worda every time you spend One Dollar with us you get back five cents, Ask fo your SALE CHECKS for they are worth saving. WE WILL REDEEM CHECHS EVERY MONDAY sete ox MME. WALKERS WONDERFUL HAE RONEE IT EVER FAILS. “PER BDX, S00. WALKER'S. SHAMPOO SOC. GLOSSINE di. : agents wor OVERTON'S HIGH BROWN PREPARATIONS | ‘Which we are selling in large quannties: ‘Try their High Brown FACE POWDERS: We send'goods by PARCEL POSE jo any pat the cuiy We invite vou toe | FE ENNELL’S : J AuSY oA WER Druid Hil Ave | HE at Bidale S| i 5 fe Oi Oe Be i 8 ee Oe Oe oO ee oe Oe 8 ee ATTENTION! @ To Churches Sunday Schools, Lodges, Clubs, And All Social Or ganiza tions... "6° FREE FIRST TWILIGHT of the FEDERAL ASSOCIATION Employees of Custom House and Post Office To Brown’s Grove on the New Steamer Starlight Saturday Evening, June 26th Music by the Marcato Orchestra, Eubie Blake Director ‘Steamer leaves Miller's Wharf, fsot of Caroline Street at 5 P. M. + Walter M. Evans, President Charles C. Woodland, Sec. Charles A. Parker, Treasurer Tickets 25 Cents We will have as our guests on this occassion the: ‘employees of the Washington Post Office: Use of the beautitul | Grove at .Patapsco Park.. @ Grove contains fine spring waters, plenty of shade, cherry trees, and large pavillion with accomodation for 1800 people. : APPLY TO S. R. HUGHES 1204 Druid Hill Ave. _ For Dates and Information The Drexel Japanese Twilight Excursion Under the personal direction of ERNEST PURVIANCE To Brown’s Grove On the Steamer Starlight SATURDAY, JUNE 19th Kerr’s Orchestra Souvenirs to first 50 Ladies Tickets, 25 Cents, at Fennel’s and @tokes & Derry’s Boat leaves Miilers Wharf promptly at 7 a’clock Having just retuned from New York where I took the complete couseia J: Madam C. J. Walker's Celebrated Hair Culture, I wish ‘> introoduce to you [ the superiority of the Walker method. Everywhere'we are searching for ime @ provements 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 wse of J it. 1 am prepared to give the treatment or to teach’ the method. i Walker's Preparations for Sale’ at 521 Mosher Street | j N. B. Combings made up. Phone: Madison. 236 Y. | _ Pe, Pe ee ee ee ee ee ATTEND THE— . bs Chit Tat j w.lllethodist Men’s Social Union Reception... MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 28, 1915 AT SHARP STREET MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH ‘The program.of the Methodist Episcopal Church on Union, Bishops for’ Races and the Conference Claiments. Endowment Plan, will be presented. Every Methodist Episcopal Man should occopy a place at the table and represent hie church. A first class Caterer will serve. The program will be rich. Each Plate ‘50 cents. Plates | are reserved only by card sent to the Committee. Rev. S, A. Virgil, Chairman, 1629 W. Lexington street. to | Young’s Hair Food | | Makes’ the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies. the scalp, One 25 cent can will convine | 2 Scientifically prepared at— : YOUNG’S PHARMAC: Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street a ce AN PUBLIC MEETING SECOND OF SERIES : SHARON BAPTIST CHURCH Stricker and Presstman Streets Thursday Evening, July 1st, 8.0’clock Under Anspices of Colored Business Men’s Exchange, Balto. Md. ‘The object of this meeting is to unify the Colored Business Men of Baltimore and community. ‘Men and Women are welcome. William-H. Dodd, President John M, Frealand, Secretary 3t-o ADMISSION FREE Ave 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. YUVVNVYVUVEVYVUVEVU VEN VUVe VUVUSYUVVEV UNV TTC yr "7g > GC, & P. Phone Madison 3224 M : 4 > James F. Hall > ; Mt. Auburn Marble Co. ; + Spocial Pricos On Ht Chiron Work ; Sntorior And Exterior Work s..+. F > Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing 4 > Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds.; Mantles. ‘ Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue ‘ FEO C COROT SET RET PP PT Ee ey TT CLARKE L.. SMITH «Attorney “and Counsellor at Law.. Office: 2. 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 IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR BARGAINS HERE'S ONE <THE wsSHRINERS MOONLIGHT... TO. ANNAPOLIS ” Palatial Steamer Friday evng. Cut: Rate “Starlight”’-June 25-Fare 35cts. MUSIC neat Sine in Band FIRST OUTING King Asa Lodge, No. 38 of @. U. 0. B. and’S. of Good Hope will give the ‘first outing of the season at Greenwood Electric Park, Catons. ville, ‘Thursdav, Jone 17, 1916, Music by the Goldfield Orchestra. .. We extend a cordial invitation to all. * Gaitimore’s Leading Cotorea Undertaker in Prices , JOHN H.OWENS A ’ UNDERTAHER @ EMBALMER Commere $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete ‘A fine easket worth $65.00, in black clot- steel gray or white plait highly polished oak or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired heat cither black, gray cx white, to match casket, as desired; six heated est Tiages, new and up-to-date; fine burial: robe, embaloaing, opening sr#% advertite faneral, six paire of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, eifix when desired, rugs, chairs ete., all of the latest designs. This fo.seral cost CASE HELE esssseesssenesensesnsenssivetveier 913600 My price$73.00......$75.00 Saving you $61.00.....863,00 Other Funerais a0 low as $25, $35, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, 150, 1% ‘No-charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. “" Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and.$50.00 Complete. 1222; Division:St.,bet, Dolphin and Lanvale. : Resi lence C. & P.:Phone. Mad. 4067 Madison 4921-M- The. funeral of the late. Mrs, Elizabeth Cook, widow of W. W Cook, was held at Sharp St. Mem. M. “E. Chureh Friday, June 4th Interment’ was in Mt. Auburt Cemetery. ‘Two daugthers, tet grandchildren; two sisters, and, one brother eurvive. We wieh to thank the’ man; friends’ for’ their kindness during ber: illners, and’ death, and for the ‘many: floral tributes: : “By ber datightere and grandsone, ‘Advis oo : ee ANZNENANL NNN WE NUNA NEN | GET IT AT... Popular Prices » ¥% # STOKES and DERRY’S aw ‘1016 Druid Hill-Avenue, Cor. Oxford NX 1. DRUGS ER Pie ARAN HANA AIR IN UNIAN Romlasee