The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXIV. NO. 4 WELLER HEADS G. O. P. TICKET Organization Candidate Wins the Nomination For Governor by An Overwhelming Majority. His Unenviable Notoriety in the Guth Murder Case Will Not Help Him In Present It is all over now, that is, the primaries and the work for the November election is under way. Ovington E. Weller defeated Wm. T. Warburton by a decisive majority for the Republication gubernatorial nomination, and his friends now predict that he will win easily over Emerson C. Harrington, the Democratic candidate. Mr. Warburton is a fine orator and made a most energetic campaign, but Weller had some of the most assate politicians in the State behind him. William P. Jackson, George L. Wellington, William F. Stone, Charles H. Heintzeman, Harry S. Cummings, H. M. St. Clair, John P. Forrester, Capt. Edward H. Wilson and Dr. Ernest Lyon were all with the winning candidate. Mr. Weller is regarded as an able business man, and his planning and building of the system of good roads in Maryland has been praised all over the country. He is regarded, however, as being a plain business man and not a politician. In his home county—Baltimore.—where a strong fight was made against his candidacy, the claim was freely made that he gave Democrats the preference when it came to appointments for work under he Roads Com mission. His friends pointed out, however, that it was practical results and not political glory that Mr. Weller sought in his work as chairman of the Good Roads Commission. Mr. Weller has pledged that he will be fair in dealing with the interest of all classes of citizens and that despite his inclination to look at things, from the cold viewpoint of business, that he will not be unmindful of the interests of the Republican party. Governor Goldsborough has some satisfaction in that he carried: his home county—Dorchester—and also Anne Arundel, where he is compelled by law to vote. In Dorset, how ever, he was opposed by his old friend, H. M. St. Clair. Albert A. Doub is the Republican candidate for attorney general, while Robert F. Duer, of Princess Anne, will be the party's candidate for comproller. OPPOSITION TO ALGIRE Opposition has already begun to develop against the candidacy of Dr. Harry C. Algire for the position of Register of Wills. He has been coroner at the Northern Police Station for the past four years, and it was he who, as coroner, turned the white man Guth loose, following the latter's arrest for murdering his colored chauffeur Murphy. Algire will be fought hard and it is expected that he will lose enough colored votes to insure the reelection of Howard Jackson, his Democratic opponent. Though in "Billy" Curran, States' Attorney Broening has a popular opponent, it is expected that Mr. Broening will be reelected by a good majority. He has strong friends in both parties and his conduct of the office is regarded as having been fair to the interests of all, high and low. William F. Stone still retains control of the Republican State Central Committee, and as soon as the coming election is over, it is expected that he will begin laying wires to control the Maryland delegation to the Republican National Convention. The Republicans will hold their State Convention on Friday, September 24th, and the Democrats will hold theirs one day earlier. Irate Parishers Resent Insulting Remark at Trial of Rev. Armstrong For Alleged Rev. W. C. Armstrong, pastor of the Mt. Winans Circuit, narrowly escaped a severe beating on account of an insulting remark that he made at Wayman Memorial A. M. E. Church Wednesday night, it it alleged. He was tried by an ecclesiastic court on charges of alleged immorality, when one of the ministers asked if he had ever been into the house of one of his accusers. Mrs. Christiana Murdock, of Mt. Winans. His reply was: "I went to her door, but the odor was too strong for me to go in." Mrs. Murdock, who is rather stout, immediately flared up at the insulting remark, and a man from Mt. Winans was only restrained with difficulty from attacking the accused minister. Mrs. Lillie Fletcher, of Mt. Winans, was the principal accuser. Winans, was the principal accuser. She charged that the minister had made what she regarded as an improper proposal to her. A delegation from Cowdensville also was on hand to press charges, but only the witnesses from Mt. Winans were heard. After a sharp argument against the accused by Rev. C. H. Young and Howard E. Young, who were the prosecutors, and one by Rev. P. W. Wortham, attorney for the accused, the case was submitted to a jury of ministers. They found him guilty of imprudent conduct and suspended him from the active work of the ministry. The records in the case were sent to Bishop L. J. Coppin for final settlement. Following the trial, which lasted until early Thursday morning, Rev. Armstrong is said to have escaped his angry accusers, and their frends by leaving by a rear door of the church. Rev. J. W. Norris, presiding elder of the Hagerstown district, presided and Elmer Henderson acted as clerk. Revs. A. A. Murray, J. M. Boston, J. G. Martin, M. W. Traverse and P. H. Green were among the ministers present. ASBURY CHURCH DEDICATED Atlantic City, N. J., Sept. 16. Exercises incident to the dedication of the handsome new home of Asbury M. E. Church are in progress. Rev. I. L. Thomas, of Baltimore, filled the pulpit Sunday. Rev. A. L. Martin is pastor of the church. KINS INVENTS NEW MACHINE Lebanon, Tenn., Sept. 16.—Dr. J. F. King has invented a centrifugal gold inlay casting machine which, he hopes, will revolutionize dental work. The machine revolves on pivot and is said to place gold in the teeth accurately. Dr. King is a graduate of the dental department of Meharry Medical College, at Nashville. CHICAGO MAYOR ANSWERS CRITICS Defends His Policy of Appointing Representative Colored Men to Responsible Positions CALLS CRITICS UN-AMERICAN Says Most of Them Have Come to America to Escape Restrictive Laws in Their Chicago. September 16.—Addressing a large gathering Wednesday night at the Coliseum, where the Lincoln Jubilee Exposition is being held, Mayor William Haie Thompson defended his appointment of representative colored men to high political office. In some quarters the Mayor has been criticised for making such appointments and he took occasion to brand such critics as un-American. He was given an ovation. MAYOR TELLS REASONS. "I know that in some quarters I have been criticised severely," said Mayor Thompson, "for appointing a few representative Negro citizens to positions of honor and trust and dignity. I am glad to take the full responsibility and the honor for making every one of those appointments, and I want to ask my critics to be as manly and to come out in the open light of day with such un-American sentiments. "My reasons for making such appointments were threefold: 1. Because the person appointed was qualified for the position. "2. Because in the name of humanity it is my duty to do what I can to elevate rather than degrade any class of American citizens. "3. Because I am under obligation to this people for their continued friendship and confidence while I have been in this community. CALLS CRITICS UN-AMERICAN "Criticisms such as those are un-American, and have no place in this land of freedom and opportunity. If inquiry were made concerning the nativity of these critics it would probably be found that a number of them had come, or their immediate ancestors had come, to this country to escape tyranny and oppression in some foreign land and find opportunity in this land of the free, and, having found it, would shut the door in the faces of others. "It comes with mighty poor grace from that white man or any of his descendants to say to the colored man, 'You have'n any right here which I should respect.' "It is easy to understand the attitude of our own citizens of Southern ancestry who feel obliged to denounce the Negro in order to justify the questionable acts of their forefathers, but such sentiments are entirely inexcusable when spoken by the children of oppression from any place in the wide world." Preceding Mayor Thompson on the program were Assistant Corporation Counsel E. H. Wright and Louis B. Anderson, both colored. Albany, Ga., September 15.—Miss Osceola Marie Macarthy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Macarthy, and Mr. Numa P. G. Adams were the principals in a pretty weding here Monday. The groom is assistant professor of chemistry at Howard University, Washington. SCHOOLS CROWDED TO OVERFLOWING Record Breaking Attendance On Opening Day, Considering The Very Oppressive Weather Overcrowding in Some Schools Will Necessitate The Forming of Several Halif The public schools resumed sessions Tuesday,following the summer vacation. Over 11,000 pupils were enrolled in the colored schools. Owing to the hot weather, the schools were only in session until one o'clock. For the rest of September and well into October the public schools will be occupied with the registration of new pupils. It is estimated that there will be an increased attendance over that of last year, and that ten thousand children will be counted in the elementary schools alone. The Normal School has an enrollment of 88.58 of whom are members of the first year class. The increase here can be more easily appreciated when it is remembered that there were only 24 prospective teacher registered in 1913-14. The Hill Street School accepted in the neighborhood of 100 new students, bringing its enrollment up to 900. The annex on Sharp street takes care of the overflow and obviates the crowded condition that obtains at the Girad Avenue School. There has been some talk of turning over School 79, Park avenue and Hoffman street, as an annex to the Girad Avenue School, but this could not be done this year, and another portable building in the school yard appears to be the only means of relieving the congestion. At Carey Street School the lack of room is if anything worse than at Girad Avenue. With more than 200 new pupils, the total number will approximate 1,400. For the past two years this schoolhouse has been overtaxed, and the proposal to turn over School 39 to colored pupils was hailed with delight by the residents of the Northwest section. The objection of prejudiced whites to the transfer leaves the Carey Street School in a condition more intolerable than ever. The crowded condition of the elementary schools means more children in classes than the teacher can efficiently handle. More than this the lack of room makes it necessary to hold two classes in the same room, whereby one is present at the morning session and the other in the afternoon. A manual training center has been started at the Carey Street School, several rooms in the basement having been fitted for classes in domestic science and woodwork. Miss Guy has been appointed instructor in German at the High School and Miss Alma McGuinn, daughter of Attorney and Mrs. Warner T. McGuinn, was named as a teacher in domestic science. She is an alumnus of the High School and Teachers' College, Howard University. A vacant lot on the site of the school they attended last year greeted the pupils of the Jefferson Street School Tuesday. The building had been moved to Jefferson and Spring streets to make room for a 24-room building. The public night schools will reopen early in October. PRICE THREE CENTS RECEIVES CALL TO WASHINGTON CHARGE [Picture of a man in a suit and bow tie]. TRINITY TO BUILD ON NEW SITE New Edifice at Corner of Druid Hill Avenue and Robert Street to Cost Thirty Thousand The congregation of Trinity Baptist Church is planning to build a new house of worship at the southeast corner of Druid Hill avenue and Robert street, the site of the old Western Ogle Dairy. The new structure will cost about $30,000, and work thereon will commence next April, according to present plans. The church must get a new home, the State having purchased its present location on West Twentieth street as part of the site for the new Fourth Regiment Armory. The present site was sold for about $12,000, which will be applied to the purchase price of the new one. Before moving on Twentieth street, Trinity Church was located where the Oak Street A. M. E. Church nowworships, having moved there from Aisquith street. Rev. James R. L. Diggs, pastor of the church, has been invited to become the pastor of First Baptist Church, Washington, to succeed Rev. E. E. Ricks, who has accepted a charge in Roanoke, Va. When asked by a representative of the Afro-American Ledger, Thursday, if he intended accepting the position, he said: "I do not know as my mind is at present occupied with the upbuilding of Trinity Church. As president of Clayton-Williams University I am deeply interested in the educational work being done by the colored Baptist of Maryland." The congregation in Washington is said to be expecting Dr. Diggs to come there. He is a graduate of Bucknell University and is a member of the American Negro Academy. He has filled several pastorates, and at one time was president of the Virginia Baptist Seminary and later was dean of the theological department of Selma University. HOWARD UNIVERSITY OPENS NEXT WEEK Washington, September 17. Howard University will resume classes next Wednesday, when the college, Teachers' College and Academy will reopen. The law, medical, pharmaceutical and dental departments will reopen in October. Several new instructors have been appointed. Dr. L.B. Moore is still head of Teachers' College. Rev. D. C. Morris Heads One Faction While Rev. E. P. Jones Heads The BALTIMOREANS IN LIMELIGHT Rev. J. H Taylor, Vice President for Maryland and W. H. Winston on Publishing Chicago, September 15.—As was told in the Afro-American Ledger last week, the National Baptist Convention split into two factions. The one in which R. H. Boyd is the leading spirit retains the original name, while the faction headed by E. C. Morris, of Helena, Ark., will be known as the Original National Baptist Convention. The split was caused by differences of opinion regarding a proposed new charter, and as the culmination of the feeling that has existed between the two factions for months. The situation here was a grave one for the first two days of the session. Even Dr. Booker T. Washington, who delivered an address last Friday night, was "on the fence" regarding the trouble. The two factions met in separate places, and proceeded to transact business oblivious of each other. Police were on hand to prevent any serious out-break, however. Dr. Morris will head the Original National Baptist Convention. Rev. R. B. Hudson, of Seima, Ala., was elected secretary, and Rev. J. H. Taylor, of Baltimore, a vice president for Maryland. The selection of Rev. W. J. Winston, of Baltimore, and others for membership on the Original National Baptist Publishing Board indicates that the Morris forces are going to contest with the Boyd faction for supremacy. The latter division is chartered, however. The Original Baptists adjourned to meet in Kansas City, Kan. The National Baptist Convention elected E. P. Jones, of Vicksburg, Miss., president, and Rev. T. J. King, of Richmond, Va., secretary. This faction is regarded as a powerful one as its leader, Dr. Boyd, is the ruling spirit in the big publishing house at Nashville. The business of the concern is likely to fall off during the coming year, however, as the Morris forces may buy their literatrue elsewhere. The next session will be held in Savannah, Ga. Revs. W. L. Johnson, Junius Gray, P. C. Neal, Jones Watkins and John W. Jones were among the Baltimoreans in attendance. PROMINENT WOMAN Lynchburg, Va., Sept. 15.—This city was shocked last Friday to hear of the suicide of Mrs. Octavia Hunter Woods at her home on Campbell avenue. She fired a bullet into her heart and walked out of her room to the head of the staircase before she died. Her husband, Rev. R. C. Woods, who is president of the Virginia Baptist Seminary, was in Chicago attending the session of the National Baptist Convention. Funeral services were held at the High Street Baptist Church, Roanoke, Va., last Monday. Rev. A. A. Galvin officiated, assisted by a number of other ministers. Telegrams and letters of condolence from all parts of the country were read Interesting Story of What the Women of Our Race Are Doing Through Organization For the Elevation of the Masses—Foundation Must Rest Upon Character. By Mrs. M. C. LAWTON. Brooklyn. Now that the various state federations of colored women's clubs have held their annual sessions and another year's work is to be planned it behooves the women to be up and doing. At no time in the world's history have there been greater possibilities of facilities for women's activities. The progress of races is determined more by the development of the women than by any other advancement. Women everywhere realize this and are spending and being spent for the uplift of the masses as never be fore Colored women are keenly alive to their potentiality and are making heroic efforts in the development of a stronger and more substantial woman. Instead of persecutions of the colored women discouraging them, the have strengthened them, so that those of culture and ability have constituted themselves into moral, mental and intellectual derricks for the purpose of pulling up the woman farthest down. They feel it their imperative duty to stimulate the woman who lacks an incentive to give impetus to latent or slumbering talent. They no longer sit on the summit of faune overlooking the ruins of neglected womanhood, but realize as they ascend they must lift MISS ELIZABETH C. CARTER. as they climb. They believe that women are to be the lever with which the world must be lifted. Kingdom will rise or fall in proportion as woman uses her influence. Nations will ascend or descend in the scale of civilization in proportion as woman deports herself. The most hopeful sign of racial development is that which begins within the race. Less than twenty years ago the colored women caught the vision, and it is leading them on to the perfect day. The National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, of which Mrs. Booker T. Washington is president, with an approximate membership of 50,000; the Northernastern Federation of Women's clubs, of which Miss Elizabeth Carter of New Bedford, Mass., is president, with its thousands of members, and our own Empire State Federation, 5,000 strong, Mrs. M. C. Lawton of this city president, are all united in heart, concentrated in purpose and marching in a solid plank to the tune of advanced womanhood. The one thing which characterizes the women's organizations throughout the country and distinguishes them perhaps from some others is that they are more directly concerned about character building than any other feature. They feel that a woman of moral worth will experience no difficulty in becoming a financial factor. Besides, they feel that the morality of the women of any race must be its cornerstone if succeeding generations are to build successfully on the foundation as laid. Unless the pedestal upon which the statue of the race must rest is properly constructed it will crumble and fall. The colored women all over this country have opened the drafts of their hearts that the fire of love may burn more brightly and that its rays may be a lamp to the feet and a light to the pathway of unfortunate womanhood. That their consciences have been quickened and their convictions deepened is evidenced in our great city by the establishment of the Empire Friendly Shelter for unfortunate girls in Manhattan and the proposed establishment in October of a home for delinquent colored girls. The constant infux to this great city from south and the immigration from foreign countries are placing before the women of New York a problem which must be reckoned with—one which, if not carefully studied, will become so intricate and complicated as to render it insoluble. Our social problems are engaging the attention of the best minds in the country, and certainly must appeal to us if we are to be reckoned with as an integral part of this great and advanced civilization. EPISCOPAL CHURCHMEN TO MEET IN CAMBRIDGE, MASS. Conference of Workers Among Colored People Begins Sept. 21. Cambridge, Mass.—At no time within the past ten years has more interest been shown by the people of this city in the coming of a religious gathering than that which manifests itself over the conference of workers in the Protestant Episcopal church among colored people to be held here from Sept. 21 to 24, inclusive. The sessions of the conference will be held in St. Bartholomew's church. The president of the conference is the Rev. Dr. Henry P. Delany, and the Rev. George F. Bragg is the secretary. By previous arrangement the opening services of the conference will be held at St. Paul's cathedral. The annual sermon will be delivered by the Venerable Henry L. Phillips, D. D., archdeacon of Pennsylvania, and the address of welcome is to be made by Bishop Lawrence. This session is the thirty-first annual meeting of the conference. The list of speakers thus far includes the Rev. Maximo Felix Duty of Brooklyn, Rev. Harry O. Bowles of New Haven, Rev. R. W. Bagnall of Detroit, Rev. J. M. Matthias of Boston, Rev. N. Patterson Boyd of Brooklyn, Rev F. H. Hamilton of Hampton, Va.; Rev. W. B. Suthern of Hartford, Conn.; Rev. Emmett E. Miller of Petersburg, Va.; Venerable Archdeacon Middleton of Mississippi, Rev. J. W. Johnson of New York, Venerable Archdeacon E. L. Henderson of Harrisburg, Pa.; Rev. Hutchens C. Bishop of New York, and Rev. H. A. Purris of Wilmington, N. O. The lay speakers will be William Lee, Dr. Hubert Carleton and Charles Coveny, all of Boston. RACIAL ORIGIN OF AESOP. Learned Critics Disagree With Du Bois That Great Novelist Was Black. By JOHN E. BRUCE "GRIT" The learned critics and book reviewers on some of the metropolitan papers, who know a good many things that are not exactly so, have stronely objected to Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois' characterization of Aesop in his book "The Negro" as an African. There are some books about Africa and the Africans which a good many of these ready reviewers and critics have not read and which, if they would read them in some leisure moment, would enable them to speak and write more convincingly about Africa and its people. These same critics and book reviewers go up in the air whenever any one asserts that Alexander Hamilton, Washington's secretary of the treasury, was a man with a large strain of Negro blood—the son of a quadron mother and a white father. None of his biographers, for obvious reasons, have gone into this phase of his history. But in the island of Nevis, B. W. I., where Hamilton was born, the tradition will not down. All of the early writers contemporaneous with Aesop who have written about him describe him either as a "dark" or "black" man and repulsive in his personal appearance, with woolly hair and "pendent lips," one. One of the Arabian poets, who must have seen him at some time or other or got a pretty good description of him from some one who had met him, speaks of him thus, "Britiful of wisdom: black as night." Now, whoever saw a white man "black as night," except he was a member of the burnt cork fraternity, a coal miner or a fireman, where soft coal is used? In the thirty-first chapter of the Koran, which is entitled Loqman, says the learned Dr. E. W. Blyden, Rodwell supposes that Loqman is the same person whom the Greeks, not knowing his real name, have called Aesop, or Aethiops. He is celebrated in secular Arabian poetry. Dean Stanley in his "Jewish Church" pays striking tabulte to the character of Loqman "The mandates of Loqman," "The wise maxims of Loqman," are frequent phrases in classic Arabic literature to indicate the wisdom and judgment of the great African. Dr. Du Bois is on safe ground in claiming Aesop as an African, and he is supported in this by writers and historians, some of them contemporaneous with, the mighty black, who knew what they were talking about. The testimony of these earlier witnesses is more dependable and valuable than that of moderns, who have acquired the very bad habit of reading history with their prejudices and interpreting it to meet the popular prejudices of their day and generation. How these critics are able to say with so much positiveness that Aesop was not an African, "black as night," doth not appear in the testimony they have adduced. Until it does we must continue to believe the testimony of the writers and historians, some of whom saw Aesop face to face. His blackness and ugliness make such an awful impression upon them that they were impelled to describe him in terms which cannot be twisted or distorted to mean other than what they intended-i. e. that he was an ugly, repulsive black, with splay feet, pendent lips, a large abdomen and all the physical characteristics of the African. He certainly was. Press Association Membership Scale. Membership in the National Negro Press association is divided into class 1 and class 2. Class 1 includes owners, managers and editors who have financial holdings in the paper. Class 2 consists of correspondents and editors who have no money invested in the publications with which they are connected. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER THRIFTY ARKANSAS SCHOOL Walters Institute to. Ley Cornerstone at Chapel Opening, Sept. 26. Warren, Ark.—Walters institute, located at Warren, Ark., will begin its eighth annual session with the laying of the cornerstone and the opening of its new chapel. The exercises begin Sept. 26 with a sermon delivered by Bishop Alexander Walters of New York city, for whom the school is named, and continue through Wednesday, the 29th. The Rev. Thomas W. Wallace, editor of the Western Star of Zion, East St. Louis, Ill., and the Rev. John C. Tennille. Local Organization at Portland, Makes a New Beginning. The Portland (Ore.) branch of National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is shaping signs of encouraging activity. It its fall and winter work as a fledgled branch, having receive charter, constitution and bylaws the headquarters of the nation in New York. At the August midst of the branch officers for the year were elected and the various mittees appointed. The officers and committees are following well known and prognostic citizens: E. J. Minor, president; H. M. Gray, vice president; M. The new chapel is a modern brick building, affording space in its concrete basement for dining room, kitchen and pantries. The building will be named Blackwell chapel in honor of the splendid service which Bishop G. L. Blackwell has rendered the school and the southwest during the seven years he has presided over that diocese. The bishop also will be present for the event. The main building of Walters institute, a thirty room frame structure, with all of its equipment, was destroyed by fire April 24, 1914. There was only $3,000 insurance, $1,000 of which was used to cancel the mortgaged indebtedness on the building that was burned. Notwithstanding this, Professor James W. Eichelberger, principal of the school, has, with the board of trustees, so managed and worked that money has been raised and two new buildings—a large frame building and the Blackwell chapel, which is to be opened in October—have been erected at a cost of more than $6,000. The frame building has been furnished, current expenses met with a comparatively small deficit and the work is more promising than ever before. The institution enjoys the distinction of having eight very prominent white men on its advisory board, of which board the mayor of Warren is chairman. These gentlemen have stood loyalty by the principal in his efforts to rebuild. The school represents in a very large degree what the race is doing for itself in the south. The principal addressed four conferences presided over by Bishop Blackwell in June, where he received more than $600 for the work. The Woman's Volunteer movement, an organization which began immediately after the fire destroyed the first building, has been helpful in securing money with which to carry on the work. Now re-enforced by a number of prominent women in several states, the organization is making the effort to shower the chapel and dining room with necessary equipment and furnishings by Sept. 25. The trustees are also planning to make a special effort on Sept. 26 to raise a large sum with which to meet pressing obligations and to carry the work on throughout the session. The attempt is being made by the management to show how weager are the school facilities for the Negro youth in this section. There are fewer colleges and good high schools in Arkansas than in any of the southern states. The illiteracy in the deltas of Arkansas, near where the school is located, is greatest, while illiteracy in Louisiana, whence a number of the students come, is 4.4 per cent. Walters institute is doing a fine pioneer work in the southeastern part of Arkansas, offering the regular high school course and training in a few industries. ORDER OF SHEPHERDS MEETS Fifth Annual Session of Noted Society Held at Richmond, Va. The fifth annual meeting of the Improved Order of Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem was held for three days the second week in September at the Sixth Mount Zion Baptist church, Richmond, Va. The sessions were largely attended. There were about 300 delegates present from the various local lodges whose reports were read and listened to with great interest. The society was organized at Richmond five years ago. The insurance department, after examining the accounts of the order, approved of its work and management without any criticism of its internal workings, or financial condition whatever. The report says: "The affairs of the order are in splendid condition. Death claims and the other financial obligations are promptly settled and indicate that the management of the order is alive to the responsibility which rests upon the officials to deal justly by all of the members." Lincoln Jubilee Celebration Notes By actual count of exhibits thirty-two states are represented at the Lincoln jubilee celebration and exposition, which was formally opened at the Colosseum in Chicago on Monday, Aug. 23. There are also exhibits from the governments of Haiti and Liberia, the Roman Catholic church, the board of freedmen of the Presbyterian church, the Methodist Episcopal church, the national Baptist convention, the Episcopal church, the African Methodist Episcopal church and other religious, political and industrial bodies. Odd Fellows Elect Officers Odd Fellows Elect Officers. At the recent convention of the district grand lodge of the New York State Odd-Fellows, held in Poughkeepsie, N. Y., W. David Brown of New York city was elected district grand master. The other officers are W. J. Smith, deputy district grand master, Rochester; W. F. Adair, district grand secretary, Brooklyn; J. T. Johnson, district grand treasurer, Corona. N. Y.; J. A. Glasgow, district grand director, New York city; Edward Henry. T. J. Lee and J. W. Mitchell, grand auditor, Brooklyn. Local Organization at Fortland, Ore. Makes a New Beginning. The Portland (Ore.) branch of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People is showing signs of encouraging activity. It starts its fall and winter work as a full fledged branch, having received its chartter, constitution and bylaws from the headquarters of the national body in New York. At the August meeting of the branch officers for the ensuing year were elected and the various committees appointed. The officers and committees are the following well known and progressive citizens: E. J. Minor, president; Mrs. H. M. Gray, vice president; Mrs. E. D. Cannady, re-elected secretary; E. G. Dickens, treasurer. The executive committee consists of R. D. Luscher, W. B. Brown, Rev. W. W. Howard, for one year; Rev. William Maggett, Dr. J. A. Merriman, F. D. Thomas, for two years; J. W. Stanley, E. D. Cannady, Mac Stanfield, for three years. The other committees and members are: Membership committee, Rev. William Maggett, Mrs. H. M. Gray, J. Jones; finance committee, E. J. Minor, E. G. Dickens, W. C. Becton; press committee, Mrs. E. D. Cannady, J. W. Stanley, R. Lloyd Smith; legislative committee, Attorney Arthur I. Moulton, F. D. Thomas, E. D. Cannady, Attorney Guy C. II. Corlis and Attorney George Arthur Brown; education and amusement committee, Dr. Merriman, W. B. Brown and Hugh Harper. Society of Progressive Virginians. The ladies' auxiliary of the Society of the Sons of Virginia in Brooklyn will begin the fall and winter work of the organization with an entertainment and reception on Thursday evening, Sept. 30. The function will be held at Lincoln hall, Waverly and Atlantic avenues. Lincoln hall is owned by Alpha lodge No. 1381, Grand United Order of Old Fellows. Mrs. Roger Harkleigh is president of the auxiliary, which has a membership of nearly 200. 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Fitchett has returned from Catonsville where she attended the Woman's Mite Missionary Convention. Mr. Armstead Williams is confined to his home suffering from a heart stroke. Rev. J. H. Fitchett preached at a near-by camp meeting last Sunday night. Mrs. John W. Clark and two sons have returned to Philadelphia. Messrs. Stephen Bailey and Mitchell Casson entertained the Young People's Penny Club of Bethel Church at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Bailey last Friday night. Mrs. O. G. Flamer entertained the Women's Mite Missionary Society a few nights ago. The Junior Mite Missionary Society of Bethel Church gave a very successful contest last Friday night. The contestants were Misses Mildred Bailey and Fannie Williams. Miss Williams won the first prize. SNOW HILL ITEMS Snow Hill, Md., Sept. 15.—Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bishop who have been visiting their parents and friends, left here this week for their home in Baltimore. Mrs. Addie Nairne and her cousin Miss Mabel Robinson, both of Baltimore, who have been spending sometime here visiting friends and relatives, left for their home in Baltimore Monday. Mr. Ennals Dashields, of Philadelphia, spent a few days here with his parents and friends. Miss Alice Hayward, of New York, is visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Wm. Bowie, of Washington, was the guest of Mrs. J. E. Henry last week. Mrs. Sarah Tull left Tuesday to visit her sick daughter, Mrs. Mary Matthews, at Pocomoke City. Mrs. Mary C. Long and children are visiting her father, Mr. and Mrs. Asbury Harman. TRAPPE PERSONALS Trappe, Md., Sept. 15.—Sunday was Mother's Day in Scott's M. E. Church. Rev. Jose Angula, of Wittman, Md., preached to the mothers at eleven o'clock. At 7:30 a literary program was rendered by the mothers. The receipts for the day amounted to $60.92. Mrs. Edith Stanley is president and Rev. C. A. Norwood pastor. Mrs. Minnie Jenkins is on the sick list. Mr. Samuel Chaney, of Baltimore, is a Trappe visitor. Helena Banks was the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Lydia Brummell. Mr. James Dickerson spent the week-end at Cambridge, the guest of Mr. Charles Pinder. Mrs. Ardella Nixon and children, of Easton, were the guests of her sister, Mrs. Janie Cooper. The stork, visited Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Green last week and left a fine boy. Mrs. Noah Landmon, of Germantown, Pa., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Cooper. Mrs. Annie Scott has returned to her home in Baltimore after spending sometime here as the guest of Mrs. Eliza Scott. Those on the sick list are Mr. John Wilson, Mr. Clarence Thomas, Mrs. George Jenkins, Mr. John Blackston and Rosetta Smith. EASTON NOTES Easton, Md., September 16. William Haig is visiting his father Dr. W. H. Haig. William Gibson made an automobile trip to Ivytown. Rev. T. W. Cooper, of Royal Oak, filled the pulpit at Asbury M. E. Church Sunday morning and Rev. J. W. Fenderson at night. Miss Francis Copper, Master Lewis M. Copper and Charles Smith spent Sunday at Coppersville, the guests of Miss Hennie Copper. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Blackwell, of Baltimore, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Roberts Sunday. Miss Julia Thomas has returned to Philadelphia, after spending the summer here with her mother. Mrs. Mamie Handy, of Philadelphia, is visiting Friends here. James Gates has returned from a business trip to Baltimore. H. M. Butler has returned from Saratoga Springs. Miss Effie and Emma Rasin and Miss Alice Jenkins, of Germantown, are visiting Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Raisin. Mrs. Elmira Price was taken suddenly ill Sunday. CARROLL NEWS Carroll, Md., Sept. 16. -Mr. Mrs. Joseph Lokeman and son returned home after spending the month August at their summer home, Orange county, Va. Mr. and Mrs. Willas King of Philadelphia, were visitors here last week. Mrs. Charles Bond,Mrs. A. Banks and her daughter Bernice, were the guests of Mrs. Ida Brown, Sunday. Mrs. Dillie Pongee, of 30 Dorsey Mrs. Dillie Pongee, of 30 Dorsey Lane is confined to bed by illness. Mrs. Whesly Thomas and child returned to their home in New York after spending several weeks with her cousin, Mrs. Matilda Tilghman. Mrs. Marie Saundles and the Misses Julia and Bessie Blaine have returned home from a visit to Sudly, Md. Mrs. Elizabeth Addison of New York, who has been visiting her sister, Miss Ida Johnson has returned home. Miss Ella Rodgers, formerly of Carroll is spending awhile with her sick cousin, Mrs. Dillie Pongee. BERKLEY ITEMS Berkley, Md., Sept. 16.—Rev. and Mrs. F. S. Dennis attended the Mite Missionary Convention at Catonsville last week. Miss Edna Bowen, of Chicago, is visiting Revs. and Mr. F. S. Dennis. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wilson, of Haverford, Pa., spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Washington. Miss Benzenia Wilson as returned to Centerville after visiting relatives here. Miss F. Rebecca Parker, of Shure's Landing, is receiving instructions in hair dressing under Mme. M. A. Hunter, of Baltimore. BAGERSTOWN TIOINGS Hagerstown, Md., Sept. 15.—Mesdames Matthews, Franklyn, Miss Gertrude Johnson and Mr. Thompson were at Frederick last week attending the Sunday School Convention of Hagerstown District. Rev. Mrs. R. E. Ford was at Catonsville last week attending the Mite Missionary Convention. The second quarterly conference of the Asbury M.E. Church convened Friday night with Rev. D. W. Hays, superintendent of the Baltimore District, presiding. Reports showed progress on all lines. The church is looking forward to the echo meeting and Ladies' Aid convention which will convene in October. The church of Hagerstown and Williamsport are much pleased with the outcome of the union Sunday School picnic held in the city park last week. They had attendance of about 500. Helping Hand Club of Second Christian Church gave a Red, White and Blue Tea, at the church Thursday night, September 9th, with gratifying results. Prof. P. H. Moss, Field Secretary of American Christian Missionary Society conducts Bible School Institute at the church 17th to 19th inst. Bible School workers are invited. Miss Esther Wise, of Frederick, Md., was visiting her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. William Wise. Miss Marie Grinage, of Philadelphia, spent Sunday with Miss Etta Wise. Miss Helen Brown has returned from a long visit in Main and other cities. Mrs. Nannie Smith who is on the sick list, is slowly recovering. Miss Minnie Smith of New York, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Smith. An automobile party consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Williams, Mr. and Mrs. J. Paul Clifford, Messrs. David Saunders and John Spriggs of Mechanicsburg, Pa., were guests of Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Brooks, Sunday. CHESTER BRIEFS Chester, Md., Sept. 16. The monthly meeting of the Centerville district of the Delaware M. E. Conference was held at Union M. E. Church on Tuesday of last week. Revs. W. H. Johns and I. D. Paine preached during the day. Revs. F. T. Johnson, C. W. Pullett, J. M. Dickerson, I. C. Hulus, D. W. Henry, and J. H. Cook took part in the program. Gilan Green is convalesing from an attack of typhoid fever. Mrs. Alexander Wood is suffering from bronchitis. Miss Mary Dunn has gone to Bal- timore to resume her studies in the Colored High School. John Brown is convalescing, following an operation. LONG GREEN NEWS Long Green, Md., Sept. 16.--The camp services of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church were well attended all day. Rev. P. R. Janey, a traveling evangelist preached in the morning. At the afternoon and night services Rev. James E. Williams, of Baltimore, filled the pulpit. Rev. W. T. Brown, Mrs. Nellie Winder, president of the Mite Missionary Society of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, Mrs. Laura Hughes, chairman of the special fund department attended the Mite Missionary Convention held at Grace Church, Catonsville, Md., last week. Mrs. Hattie Cromwell, a delegate was unable to attend owing to the death of her mother. Mr. Isaac Snowden of Baltimore spent the week-end visiting relatives here. Miss Gladys Thompson of Baltimore, was the week-end guest of little Miss Florence Ayers. Miss Aurelia Ayers entertained Mr. Howard Cromwell last Sunday. Miss Fannie Ayers, of Baltimore, who spent her vacation with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. David Ayers, Sr., has returned home. Miss Grace Robinson, who spent her vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Barnum Robinson, has returned to Lake. Mr. and Mrs. David Ayers, Sr., entertained Mrs. May E. Pratt and daughter of Towson, last Sunday. Mr. George Robinson met with an accident last week at the stone crusher at Lochraven, where he is employed, by having his thumb mashed Mrs. Jane Ayers is confined to her bed suffering with the grip. Miss Martha Boston has returned to her home in Baltimore after a three-month stay here for her health. While here she was the guest of Mrs. L. J. Pennington. Those on the sick list are Mr. Arch Smith, Mr. James Hawkins, Mrs. Birdie Fields, Mrs. Ardella Frazier, Mrs. Mary Quickley. ANNAPOLIS JOTTINGS Annapolis, Md., Sept. 15.—Mrs. Lizzie Carter entertained at cards and a dance in honor of Miss Alverta Brice. Mrs. Minnie Harris, Miss Mary Ijams, Mr. Stocks, Mr. John King, Mr. James Washington, Mr. Howard Phelps, Mr. Albert Bias, Mr. Wm. Simms and Mr. Henson, of Washington, were among those present. Mr. William Curby of Philadelphia, is here visiting to his father. Mr. Joseph Brown has returned from Ocean City, Md. Mr. and Mrs. John Hall entertained a party of ladies from Baltimore Sunday. Covers were laid for Mrs. Cora Johnson, Mrs. Boston, Mr. A. Saunders, Mrs. J. Dorsey, Mrs. S. B. Scott and Mrs. Fisher. The rally at Mount Moriah A. M. E. Church has been postponed until Sunday, September 26. Mr. C. J. Boone, of Baltimore, as a visitor here last week. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Brown entertained Sunday, September 12, Mr. and Mrs. John Sellman, Miss Mary Pinkney, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Brown, Sr., Miss Gertrude Baden, Mr. John King and Mr. Charles Brown. Prof. John M. Johnson, of Washington, is visiting his aunt, Mrs. Rachel Johnson. Mr. Thomas Curby entertained a hen party at his residence on Northwest street, Sunday. Miss Alverta Boston, of Spring Lake, N. J., is here visiting, her mother. Mr. Wickes, who has been visiting in Boston and other points, has returned home. Mr. Rusell Duval was here to spend a few days last week with his aunt, Mrs. Jennie Johnson. Mrs. Annie Young, a former resident here, visited the city last week. Mrs. Hattie Burley, who has been visiting relatives here, has returned to Baltimore. Mr. Clarence Griffin, of Watch Hill, R. I., was the guest of Mrs. Ella Thomas for a few days. POCOMOKE ITEMS Pocomoke City, Md., Sept. 16. Rev. Sidney J. Collins preached at Mt. Zion M. E. Church Sunday morning. The Rev. J. W. Bond preached at St. Mary's Sunday morning to an appreciative congregation. Mrs. Estella Shade of North Carolina is here on a visit to her parents Mr. and Mrs. William Lane, of Somerset The funeral of Mrs. Rose Ann Schofield, who died last week, was held at St. John's Church Saturday afternoon. The Rev. E.T. Addison officiated. Camp Meeting was held at Tindlys Chapel Sunday last. The remains of Mr. Samuel Gunby, age 23, who died in Philadelphia after undergoing an operation for appendicitis, was brought to the city Monday. Funeral service was held at St. John's Church. Miss Ida Anderson is spending a few days in Ocean City this week. Mr. Stephen Adlyotte, of Philadelphia, left Saturday after spending a few days with his mother, Mrs. Irene Matthews. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Fisher, of Eastville, Va., who were married on Wednesday of last week, arrived here to spend their honeymoon. They were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Dickerson. Miss Minnie Waters is spending a few days at her home in Unionville. Mrs. Mamie L. Gillette, Mrs. Clara Dix and Miss Etta Dix arrived home after spending the summer at Ocean City. Mr. Oliver Dickerson, after spending a month with relatives here, left for his home in Philadelphia. Rev. George W. Marshall preached at Mt. Zion M.E. Church Sunday night. Miss Addison, of Chesapeake City is here on a visit to her brother, Rev. E. T. Addison. Mr. Frank Anderson is able to stir about his room after having a very tedious spell. NEWS FROM WINCHESTER Winchester, Va., Sept. 16.—Rev. J. Luther Martin preached twice Sunday for Rev. D. V. Young at Smithfield, W. Va. Revs. John R. Augustus and Meredith Armstead are attending the District Preachers' Meeting, at Staunton, Va. Mrs. Fannie Brown-Toomey of Baltimore, is spending a few weeks here. Mrs. Bettie Coxen is in Atlantic City. Miss Lucy Castlema has returned from a pleasant visit to Pittsburgh, Pa. Mesdames Camilla Cook and Virgie Thompson are attending the convention at Carlisle, Pa. Miss Matilda Green, a school teacher of Martinsburg, W. Va., has returned from visiting Mr. and Mrs. Charles Green. Miss Annie Cook, of Washington, who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gray, has returned. Miss Marie Baker, who has been visiting Rev. and Mrs. H. C. P. Baker, has returned to her home in New York. Mrs. Mary Hawkins Carey and the Misses Carey, of Pittsburgh, Pa., are visiting relatives hree. Mrs. Laura Hall, of Johnstown, Pa., who has been visiting Mrs. Howard Robinson, has returned home. Prof. Powell W. Gibson, principal of the public school has returned with his family. 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All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEDGER, 328 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Md Advertising rates made know noonpplicating All Checks, Money Orders and Draft? should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN Co BALTIMORE. SEPT. 18, 1915 Mother, mother mine, Thy tender hand hath smoothed the rug- ged lines of sorrow Mother, mother mine, Thy gentle smile oft brushed away the thots of morrow; Thinking I am with thee I speak thy name, there comes from out the mystic shadow A whisper soft, a whisper sweet: "I am with thee always, I am ever mother thine." The Board of Directors of the Negro Historical and Industrial Association, under whose direction the Richmond Exposition was held was among the first to suggest that Giles B. Jackson might be guilty of misappropriating funds intrusted to its care. The said directors now recant since Mr. Jackson has turned over an asset of sixteen thousand dollars together with all papers and voucher for examination, and in a letter to the governor of Virginia, congratulate the Exposition government for its good work. Stranger things have happened. "If I can live happily among the Blacks, if I can love them as I love the people of my own race, then I will know that our dream of brotherhood for all races may come true." says Miss Florence MacFarlane, delegate from London, England, to the New Thought Congress, which met in San Francisco recently. Miss MacFarlane announces her intention of going out live among colored people. The experience of the Englishwoman may prove interesting but it offers little that is new. Thousands of her race and sex have not only learned to love their colored brothers, but "to love, honor and obey them." It would not be a bad idea if many of our school teachers would get it into their heads that the School Board is paying them salaries for the benefit of the children and not solely for their own personal benefit. The schools are maintained for the benefit of the children, and for the benefit of the community in the future. The teacher is an incident, much as a piece of machinery would be in a manufacturing establishment, for the purpose of turning out a finished product, and not for personal benefit. If this idea maintains, and we sincerely hope it will, the future will be of great benefit to us as a whole and the school teacher will also be benefitted by the knowledge of work well done. The] works of Thomas Dixon, author of the "Clansman" upon which the "Birth of a Nation" is based are not to be found on the shelves of the Enoch Pratt Public Library. In answer to an inquiry the librarian, Bernard C. Steinert, stated in his very polite way that the choice of books for the people of Baltimore had been left to the directors of the library and himself, and in their opinion the works of Mr. Dixon were unworthy of a place in the collection. He added that a number of the best sellers did not find their way to the shelves of the library, and that popularity was not necessarily an element in the choice of books. Stranger still the Librarian remarked that this is the first time anyone has noted the absence of Thomas Dixon's books. WHERE BLOOD WAS THE ISSUE We set forth the following news items without comment: "Foster F. Bennett, a medical student of Howard University, reflected credit upon himself and school by stopping a hemorrhage which would have resulted in the death of a railroad passenger on a New York Central train to Montreal." Policeman Ramsey of the Memphis force shot Miss Fannie Shepherd, who conversing with her two girl friends did not hear his summons to halt. The bullet cut an artery and the girl could not check the flow of blood. "Ramsey then telephoned to his captain that a woman was bleeding to death. In a few minutes the emergency auto reached the scene, but instead of following the instructions of their superior officer, when they saw she was colored they took her name and address and drove off." The police captain, Crouch, ordered the auto back to the scene, but an hour had elapsed and the girl had bled to death. AS TO MR. WELLER It was our hope that we would have the opportunity to have cast our vote in the November election for a real out and out Republican of the good old fashioned type as we believed Mr. Wharburton to be, but the result of the primaries decrees otherwise. Mr. Weller is now the candidate of the Republican party, and will be its standard bearer in the election to be held later on. We shall give him our full support, hoping for the best, and also hoping that he will be the Governor of the whole State and not of a part, as has been the last two Governors who have held that office as Republicans. We have not fared as well under the administration of Governor Goldsborough as we had hoped, hardly any better than under the administration of former Governor Lowndes. It is to be hoped that these same conditions will not prevail if Mr. Weller is elected, and we are free to confess that it looks as if it might be that way. In many of the counties the condition of the schools, as has been shown in these columns have been but little better than in many of the Bourbon States of the South. There is ample room for improvement, and we are hoping that if Mr. Weller is elected governor this will come about as well as many other things. CHOOSING A PROFESSION There are two things to be considered in the choice of of a life's career—what the world wants, and what the individual is able to do. It is certainly true that there is room in any field for one who can do that thing better than those already there, but likewise true that the undeveloped and less popular careers offer the most chance for advancement. Just now the professions are attracting more men than farming and business activities and the advantage is with the first mentioned because the world has always insisted on trained professional men and just beginning to demand education for all her workers. It matters little what the individual elects doing, if he is only fit for it. Carlyle's theory that ability can function in one line of endeavor as easily as in another, and that the world's heroes were bound to be heroic, is no longer held to be true. Shakespeare could not have done as much for the world as a general, and Cromwell as a lyric poet is as unimaginable as Goethe as dictator of Germany. Human beings are so constituted that they enjoy doing the things they can well, and in these they make greatest success. The fellow who is skillful with his hands should get into the trades and not into the ministry, the lover of children belongs in the school, not in business. Years ago every one received the same education whether he was to become clerk or teacher, machinist or doctor. With modern ideas of specific vocational training in vocational schools; special selection of subjects begins early, and the clerk is little bothered with Greek or the doctor with calculus. The choice of which path to follow naturally has to be made sooner than former- THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER ly, usually at the beginning of the high school course. PREPARING TO At this age the boy is not always able to decide to the best advantage, and what I like is apt to run away with what I am fit for. Here is the point where parents have the making or the unmaking of their children. They are the best judges of capacities and fitness, and best informed in what the world wants. The boy who can make things with his hands, shall he become a carpenter, or would he do better as a cabinet maker? Is the sympathetic girl who delights in caring for the sick capable of the physician's work, or would she make a better nurse? Its to be kept, in mind that a good nurse is more valuable to society than a poor physician, and a skillful tailor better than an indifferent artist. The parent taking the matter of selection in hand can foresee and prevent many a shipwreck. Each child will do his work better, and live a happier life, if he is doing the thing he is fitted to do, that is, if what he does is suitable to his mental and physical capacity. TENNIS-A GAME EOR WOMEN The presence os over 7,000 spectators at the National Championship matches at Longwood, L. I., last week indicates the new prominence of an old game. Before the birth of Christ, provision was made in the building of Roman villas for tennis courts, where the ancients sported themselves, when they were not battling with the barbarians, or otherwise conquering the rest of the known world. In spite of its antiquity or possibly because of it, tennis until lately has borne the sobriquet of "woman's game," and indeed anyone at all who can hit at a rubber ball with a square foot of surface on the end of a handle, can get enjoyment and exercise from playing the game. Pliny and Caesar knew nothing of the twist service, the overhead smash or change of pace, and it is the advent of science into the play that is making it more popular than ever, and which convinces even a professor of Latin that Johnston or Williams could snow under any one of the old champions of the Romans in straight sets. Women do play tennis as Miss Bjursted, of Norway, has demonstrated to the discomfort of the American women who fought for the women's championship, and put a marvelous amount of skill and strength into it, but it is no longer a woman's game; it is a man's game and we might add, a young man's game. A twenty year old youth, Johnston, is this year's national champion, last year, Norris Williams, then Harvard student, and the year previous, the young Californian, McLoughlin. The agility, the leg-work of youth, these things counted and made champions. Among colored people in New York, Philadelphia, Wilmington and Washington the interest in tennis is evidenced by the invitional tournaments in which Washington men carried off the cups and John Wilkerson, a Washington school teacher, the individual honors. The Association Tennis Club of Washington which has produced the largest number of excellent players, owes its proficiency to the fact that its courts are located in the heart of Washington, adjourning the Y. M. C. A., where they are conveniently at hand. New Yorkers realizing the benefit of private courts opened new grounds this summer with a playing space for six courts. Local talent have been contenders for tennis honors for some years, but like Philadelphia have been content with courts in public parks situated at a distance that makes regular practice inconvenient. The local Y. M. C. A. is doing much to foster the sport by promoting a tournament among its members. If, however, the Association could get permission to use the Division Street lot and lay off its own courts, a more abiding interest could be created. WHY DO THEY DO IT. We are free to confess that it makes us, in the language of the street, "real tired" the way the Negro Press has of boiling over for this or that candidate during the primaries and even just before the election, when each and all of them know that they are making a misstatement of fact. Especially is this true of the colored press of this state. Organization leaders are invested with a halo around their heads, and if one did not know, would think that they were growing wings just ready for transportation to a better country where they would feed on milk and honey the balance of their days. (Continue at bottom of next column.) PREPARING TO ENTERTAIN G.A.R. Washington Planning To Show Veterans Big Time At Their Annual Encampment. Washington, September 17.--Big preparations are being made here for the entertainment of the 49th annual grand encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic. It was fifty years ago when the veterans who saved the Union laid down their arms. Since then many have entered upon their final march, and those left are now gray and nearing the brink of the grave. The reunion, which opens on September 27, probably will be the last-to be held in this city. Campfires, the swapping of stories of life experiences during the Civil War and a big round of entertainments are in store for the old soldiers. A big time is in store for the colored veterans-- those who fought so nobly in and around Petersburg, Fort Pillow, Fort Wagner and other places. A big reception has been planned to be given in their honor at Convention Hall on Wednesday evening, September 29. Headquarters have been opened at St. Luke's Hall, 13th and You streets northwest. The committee that will look after the welfare of the colored veterans follows: Executive-- Ferdinand D. Lee, president; J. M. H. Young, secretary; E. H. Lawson, assistant secretary; J. Finley Wilson, publicity chairman; John R. Hawkins, treasurer; S. M. Dudley, financial secretary; W. H. Fortune, first vice president; E. W. Turner, second vice president; Rev. W. H. Jernigan, third vice president; W. E. L. Sanford, fourth vice president; R. K. Washington, fifth vice president; J. J. Jones, sixth vice president; Rev. M. W. Clair, seventh vice president; Rev. M. W. D. Norman, eighth vice president. Ways and means committee— Judge R. H. Terrell, chairman; Walter J. Singleton, vice chairman; William H. Brown, secretary; Henry Lassiter, James A. Payne, W. Stephen Fuller, Edward L. Scott, Alexander Taylor, George W. Wabaniss, M. D.; John C. Dancy. Committee clairman—Finance, Dr. George W. Cabanis. Reception, Dr. E. D. Willison. Banquet, W. Stephen Fuller. Invitations and printing, James C. Burlis. Floor, Lieut. Col. Arthur Brooks. Military organizations, Maj. James E. Walker. Public comfort, E. L. Murray. Press committee, J. Finley Wilson. Now as a matter of fact how true is all this, probably paid for, stuff that is printed? A number of these leaders have held office, elected largely by colored votes, they have had dozens of appointments under them but not a single appointment of a colored man was made. If you would ask them the reason why, the answer would be: "You know the sentiment in this State, and if I would appoint a colored man, it would militate against the Party." And so the Afro-American puts his hat on his head, walks out and at the next election praises these self same men to the skies and takes off his coat and works his head off to get them elected. That might not be so bad, but colored men are excluded from the very councils of the party, with the possible exception of one or two here and there, and these we presume are well paid for their services, in one way or the other. Even at headquarters during a campaign, if a colored man is seen around at all, it is in some menial capacity, such as a messenger or porter, or a hanger on to see what he can pick up, and these are the managers of the party which a part of the Negro press laud to the skies. Whenever we will learn some sense? Again at times we are given a match and a little bunch of wood and we go off and establish a headquarters of our own, and milk and milk as much as we can until the next time comes around to mik again. And yet we presume to extend a cold hand to those who could do otherwise. Well, we are a peculiar people and possibly that explains it. Colored Schools in Maryland Their ORIGIN and Their NEEDS By HOWARD E. YOUNG No more interesting authority could have written on the public school of Maryland than Mr. Young. We regret exceedingly that the continuity of Article II was broken in the making-up of forms. Ed. Baltimore, the metropolis of Maryland and the gateway of the South, has, in many lines of human activity won for itself a name worthy of the highest honor. Its fine location on the 'fall line' of the Patapsco river, its nearness of the West and to the world's center of cotton production have conspired to make it a giant in exports and a great manufacturing and distributing center. It is only when we come to the matter of popular education that we are compelled to note a backwardness that has tended to make it unfavorably conspicuous among American municipalities. To a student of the city's history several causes for this condition stand out prominently, a few only of which need be recited here. In the first place, Baltimore has been conservative in many matters beyond the degree where this quality is a virtue. In no respect is this fact shown more clearly than in the matter of public improvements. Sweageage, water supply, the placing of wires underground, paving and many other important improvements that go to contribute so much to the comfort and convenience of citizens are of the most recent origin. Again, ours is not a really rich city, the number of great concerns employing thousands of persons being few, while the sources of revenue through taxation are so restricted as to cause the burden to fall very heavily upon small property owners. Finally the dual system as to boys and girls, which for a long time obtained, and the dual system as to races, which still exist, made Baltimore's educational dollar worth less than that of other cities of its class. Then, too, Baltimore suffered from a brand of politics that all too frequently made for retardation rather than for progress. But in spite of all these untoward circumstances the general tendency was upward. At every period, however dark it seemed to be, there were to be found men and women with the wisdom and courage to strive to put the schools on a higher and better plane. Every School Board, notwithstanding its unwieldy numbers and the method of selecting its members, contained the names of strong men with a vision and who deeply had the schools at heart. Dr. J. M. Rice writing in The Forum in 1892 placed the schools of Baltimore at the bottom of the ladder among American cities of the larger class. Although his hasty investigation of the schools may have done our city some injustice, the fact that in less than eight years their whole system of management had undergone a revolutionary change tends to confirm the wide-spread opinion of their low standard. From what has been said one would be led to the conclusion that the schools for colored children would fare very badly under the conditions that existed. But such was not the case. While the schools for these people naturally suffered along with the rest, yet when all things have been considered pretty liberal provisions were made for educating the colored youth. Lots were secured and buildings were erected in desirable neighborhoods where the surroundings were altogether for good school work. The faculties of colored schools possessed attainments equal to those in schools for white children, and while some considered it equivalent to a promotion to be transferred to a white school, yet there were many who were in love with their work and labored arduously and faithfully for the good of the pupils committed to their care. As in the case of the work in the counties of Maryland the schools of our city for colored children were established by the Baltimore Association for the Moral and Mental Improvement of Colored Persons. As early as 1865 by Resolution No. 6, the City Council made an effort to provide for the mental improvement of the colored youth. The matter, however, was held in abeyance until 1867, when Resolution 45 provided for the taking over of the Association schools by the city. Under the law the schools were to be conducted as those for white children. In 1868 the schools were formally taken over and reorganized under the control of the School Board. Some idea of the prevailing sentiment as to the character of the training of the colored pupil should receive is reflected in the following paragraph from the report of the Board of School Commissioners, for the year 1868. "The schools for colored children have been reorganized under the direction of the Board. Very material changes in the corps of teachers were made, and some changes of location. It was thought neither advisable nor practicable to provide such grades of schools for this class of our population as are in use by children of white parents. The schools are very similar to our primary schools, and if, in the future, it should be found desirable, the pupils may be instructed in some of the branches of study pursued in our grammar schools." The cost of these schools the first year of their management by the city was $30,000. Among the "material" changes made was the elimination of colored teachers, several of whom were employed in the Association schools, both as principals and as assistants. But the colored people were not asleep on these matters. Meetings were frequently held and a genuine interest in the educational welfare of their children was shown. Within two years they had secured some grammar grade instruction in their schools. The more advanced among them in thought, foreseeing the advantages that would accrue to their children by inspiration, social contact and interest through the employment of colored teachers in colored schools, waged a long and intelligent fight for the accomplishment of this end. Arrayed against them were white people who sincerely believed that colored children; would be more obedient and responsive to white instructors than to those of their own race. Other white people whose own interests or the interests of their friends would be jeopardized were also opposed to any change. There were, too, colored people who lacked faith in the qualifications and ability of their own teachers to impart the required instruction. For twenty years the agitation went on intermittently. It is regrettable that limited space precludes the mentioning of the names of many who participated in this notable struggle. Few, however, took a more prominent part than Drs. Harvey Johnson and Wm. M. Alexander. Success finally came in 1889, for by an ordinance of the Mayor and City Council adopted May 3, 1888, all teachers employed in colored schools built after the adoption of the ordinance in question were to be of the colored race. The first school to be built after the passage of this law was old No. 9, at Carrollton and Riggs avenues, now known as No. 39, and at present occupied by white children. The interest in this school and the experiment of colored faculties was intense. As heads of the new institution the School Board appointed Mr. George W. Biddle, who had been brought into the city system by the annexation of the Belt, male principal, while Miss Fannie L. Barbour, who had for sometime previous been the principal at Catonsville, was made principal of the Female Department. Miss Barbour entered the city by examination, passing with a high average, and, at the same time, upsetting a tradition of the times. Both Mr. Biddle and Miss Barbour are still in the school system. But interest in this new departure was not confined to colored people. Many white friends who sympathized with her upward struggles were delighted because of the opportunity thus afforded their colored neighbors to "learn to do by doing." Not the least among these was the Hon. Ferdinand C. Latrobe, then Mayor of Baltimore, who died not many years ago, and for whom the colored people of Baltimore had the highest regard. That the plan was successful is shown by the strong efforts put forth by the late Hiram Watty, Dr. J. M. Cargill, Harry S. Cummings, and others to place all the colored schools under colored faculties, a condition that might never have been accomplished under the terms of the ordinance of 1888, already referred to. But the work of direct legislation was ended. Colored schools were now to advance by a new plan "not nominated in the bond." The new City Charter went into effect in 1899 and by its provisions the old School Board composed of one member from each city ward, was abolished and a Board of nine members appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Second Branch of the City Council replaced it. The fact that it was appointed by the late Thomas G. Hayes is the most eloquent testimonial of its ability to handle efficiently the very difficult problems incident to the reorganization of a great school system. Among its members may be mentioned the late Judge Baer, Hon. Joseph Packard and former Mayor Alcaeus Hooper. Colored people looked upon these names as a guarantee of equitable and just treatment of their school affairs. One of the first acts of the new Board, which came into being in February, 1900, was the selecting of a superintendent. Their choice was Mr. James H. Van Sickle. of Denver, Colo. Professor Van Sickle tackled the colored school problem immediately after assuming his duties as superintendent, and early came to the conclusion that colored teachers for colored children would be to the advantage of all concerned. On this point the Board was a unit, but as to the best method of accomplishing this purpose two distinct opinions arose. Judge Baer wished colored schools put under colored faculties immediately, using such teaching timber as could be secured, weeding out later such a proved unfit. Mayor Hooper favored turning the schools over only as fast as competent faculties could be secured, thus keeping up a high standard in a class of schools that to his mind needed it most. The plan of Judge Baer, however, prevailed and in a few years the last of the white faculties was removed from colored schools. It was but natural that with the reorganization which came after the upheaval in the schools resulting in the retirement of Mr. Van Sickle in 1911, there should be considerable apprehension among colored people as to whether their interests would be given the same consideration as had been done during the preceding eleven years. During the past four years, however, nothing has developed to justify the alarm which was then felt. A study or the following figures will give some idea of the extent and variety of the problems affecting Negro education in the City of Baltimore. There are in all, 17 colored schools, which are in charge of 268 teachers, 59 of whom are men and 209 are women. During the year 1913-14, there were 12,088 different pupils in the schools, the average belonging being 9,570 and the average attendance 8,101. The percentage of attendance in colored schools was 85. This is 6 per cent less than that of the whites. Poor attendance is a serious drawback to the progress of colored children. The school attendance department does not seem to have met with much success in improving the attendance of the Negro child. During the year mentioned there were 5,871 boys and 6,717 girls in our schools. The per capita cost for the children in the colored elementary schools lies between $22 and $25. The following special schools or classes are maintained for colored persons: 5 night schools, which aided 2,086 pupils:1 normal school for the training of teachers, which had 24 pupils. 2 summer review schools to help backward or deficient pupils, in them were 501 children; and in addition there are well equipped manual training and cooking centers for instructions in useful arts. In July of the present year the Board elected Mr. Chas. J. Koch superintendent. Mr. Koch is affable, young, energetic and resourceful. There seems to be no valid reason why colored schools under his leadership should not go forward by rapid strides and attain to a very high efficiency. The concluding article will deal with the Colored High School; the Training School and the needs of the colored schools in both the counties of Maryland and the city of Baltimore. DIED—Mrs. Acibia Savoy departed this life September 8th, at the home of her daughter, 715 Gold street, after a long illness. She is survived by two sons, Mr. John A. and Savage Williams and four daughters. Mrs. Jane Allen. Mrs. Wm. A. Mason. Mrs. George W. Cooper. Mrs. Estella Bias. The funeral services were held at Ames M. E. Church, September 10. Rve. A. J. Mitchell, Rev. J. W. Sanders. Rev. A. Young, Rev. Lawrence Maloy, officiated. The family wishes to thank the many friends and relatives for the kind words of sympathy and beauty; ful floral tributes. ODD FELLOWS' BIG BENEFIT FUND District Grand Lodge Secretary P. A. Richardson Makes Glowing Report of Money Received For His Department. Fine Condition of the Order Cause For Great Enthusiasm. By GEORGE F. KING. Nashville, N. C.-The glowing reports of the grand lodge officers of the recent district grand lodge No. 7 of North Carolina, G. T. O. of O. F., held in Raleigh, and the contest between Raleigh and Durham to secure the magnificent $70,000 temple the grand lodge is going to erect are among the concrete evidences of progress among our people in the Old North State. The most conspicuous evidence of the Negro's ability to manage large constructive movements by starting with limited finance was exhibited in the report of District Endowment Secretary P. A. Richardson of this town. Being splendidly endowed with the qualities essential to lead his people in such movements, and being one of the most progressive and energetic laymen in the A. M. E. church, and having become a leading business factor in his community, the grand lodge, representing a membership of 36,000, has paid Mr. Richardson a fitting tribute at each annual session for placing his department on a substantial basis. Mr. Richardson, by judicious management, keeping his finger tips on every detail of his business and strictly honest methods, has become a "native M. B. P. A. BICHARDSON ideal" for our people in this section. He has shown how the Negro can become a factor in the south, especially in North Carolina, and by his example many of our people are succeeding in the rural districts. The endowment department of the Odd Fellows in this jurisdiction up to the year 1908, at which time Mr. Richardson was elected to redeem it from its deplorable plight, apparently had failed to meet the purposes for which it was launched, and it required a man peculiarly fitted for the task of rehabilitating this department. Mr. Richardson started out with a cash balance of $34.93 and with an indebtedness in this department of over $10,000 of unpaid claims and borrowed money and also with a policy in force for $100 which required two years to mature. During the administration of Mr. Richardson the above liabilities have been paid, current expenses kept up, over $1,000 put in office fixtures, etc., and carrying a policy of $200. Through his keen business perception and sagacity he has saved the fraternity over $90,000. His annual report shows the total receipts for the year to be $28,843.27; disbursements, $4,005.58. with a balance carried forward of $37.69. The following leading business men of the state, whose reports elicited pronounced enthusiasm and who by their hearty support have helped to bring about the splendid condition of the order, were re-elected by acclamation: D. G. M., Colonel James H. Young, Raleigh; D. D. G. M., G. C. Caldwell, Gastonia; G. S., Professor J. H. Johnson, Salisbury; D. G. T. Y., D. G. Darrett, Tarboro; D. G. D., Colonel C. S. L. A. Taylor, Charlotte; G. E. S, P. A. Richardson. Nashville; D. G. M, P. H. Smith, Durham; D. G. A., Dr. C. S. Brown. Winton, trustees of Odd Fellows' home, W. W. Lawrence. Newborn; Professor J. H. Branch. Raleigh: A. K. Middleton, Kenansville; W. B. Hathway, Edenton; Dr. B. F. Martin, Gastonia. The 1916 session of the grand lodge will be held in Asheville. Bruce "Grit" on Citizens' Committee. John E. Bruce "Grit," the well known writer and leading literary light among our people at Yonkers, has been appointed on the citizens' committee which is to receive Governor Charles S. Whitman and staff at the Yonkers day celebration, to be held in Yonkers Tuesday, Sept. 21. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Cabinet Making, Furniture Repaired, Electric Bells Installed Mt. Ver 2833 628 N. EUTAW ST. 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EU WATTS & WILSONS QUICK 409 Druid E MEALS AT ALL HOUR AT Mr. Wilson has a wide reputation as a che gera'd's Cafe and the Cosmopolitan Caf proprietor of Vendome Cafe, Spri meal visit You are Cordially A CONGO GIVEN BY THE IN AT GALILEAN F FRIDAY, OCTO SUBSCRIPTION MUSIC BY EUBIE BL. WINFIELD M. BIS In Memoriam HOLMES—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear mother, Christine N. Holmes, who departed this life two years ago, September 20, 1913. Have you a mother. love her well While she is spared on earth Wait, not till death shall call her Wait not till death shall call her home, To know her precious worth. O! soothe her in her hours of pain Be gentle and be mild How sweet it is for me to think I have been a faithful child. By her beloved daughter, Irene Holmes, 1806 McCulloh street. In loving remembrance of our dear son and brother, John L. Harlow, Jr., who departed this life, September 13, 1915. Oh! how hard we tried to save him But our cares were all in vain, Angels came and took him from us; He is with the Saviour free from pain. He is gone, who was so young and fair. His heart was true, his life was young Yet not our will but God's be done. By his devoted parents and sister, Mr. and Mrs. John L. Harlow and Hermine Harlow. BROWN—In sad but loving remembrance of our dear and devoted wife and mother. Mrs. Annie Josephine Brown, who died one month ago today, August 16, 1915. When our dear mother and wife passed away. Oh mother dear we loved you so, How sad it was to part; One dear thought of your sweet face Will cause the tears to start. By her daughters, Mary L. and Annie M. Brown. In sad, but loving memory of our dear daughter, |Lillian: Augusta Muse, who departed this life one year ago, September 18, 1914. A loving one from us is gone, A voice we loved is stilled; A place is vacant in our home Which never can be filled. Sleep on dear Lillian, dear heart, Thy race is run Tis sad to part God's will be done. By mother and father, Lincoln and Ella Muse. Sweet be thy slumber, dear Lillian By her aunt, Susie*T. Townsley BRIEN— Out in the lonely, graveyard, Down in the deep cold clay There they laid my little darling Just three years ago today, Sept. 15, 1912. Gone but not forgotten. By her mother, Ida Brien. WHITE—In loving remembrance of our dear mother, Laura L. White, who died six years ago to day. No words will be so sweet. As the words she used to say No hour will ever be so sad. As the hour she passed away. BUY ON EASY TERMS NINA AVE. EASY TO PAY Home Furnishing Co. Mad. 3134 ERT FIRST A. GILBERT B. JOBBING and JOBBING repaired, Electric Bells Installed Guaranteed Reasonable Prices —A Specialty UTAW ST. Mad. 342 BLOCK LUNCH RESTAURANT Mill Avenve REASONABLE PRICES and was formerly connected with Fitz- life, both of Atlantic City; also former ingfield. O. For and appetizing this place. invited to attend—— DANCE INTERCOLLEGIATES SHERMEN HALL OBER 1st, 1915 25 CENTS LAKE'S ORCHESTRA HOP, CHAIRMAN Oh, how hard we tried to save her Prayers and tears were all in vain Happy angels came and took her From this world of toil and pain. Pitheen Children By her Children Harry and Bertha White. CARD OF THANKS The family and relatives of Mrs. Marie C. Pinder wish to thank their many friends for their kindness during her long illness; also their expression of sympathy and floral tokens at our bereavement. '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? By her husband and children. BAPTIST LAYMEN CRITICISE MINISTERS The ears of the ministers of the Cooperative Baptist Convention must have tingled Tuesday night, as laymen. in a meeting at Sharon Baptist Church, sharply criticised them for restricting the several auxiliaries of the convention to only rallies on the fifth Sundays of the few months in the year that carry them. At its annual session last June, the convention voted to restrict the Sunday School Convention, the Baptist Young Peoples' Union and the woman's auxiliary to holding meetings on the fifth Sunday. This action caused the laymen to become indignant. Among those who spoke at the meeting Tuesday at night were: Thomas Jones, David Penn, J. Wilson, C. B. Cook, W. Davis and Andrew Evans. The laymen will submit their protest at the meeting of the executive board of the convention this Monday night. Mr. Matthew Merritt and Miss Mary Gertrude White, both of Washington, D. C., were married here on Wednesday last at 1819 McCullon street. Rev. D. W. Hays, officiated. The couple left the same day for Asbury Park, where they will spend several days. Mrs. Helen Murphy, of 1811 Division street, has returned from a visit to Still Pond, Md. This Space Reserved For MOORE'S Restaurant Druid Hill Ave. and Oxford St. --- AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Carey and, Baker Streets Rev. A. J. Mitchell, D. D., Pastor Parsonage 1363 N. Calhoun St. 6.80-9 a. m., Class. Thomas Lane, Leader. 11 a. m., sermon by the Acting Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School Henry Johnson, Supt. 8 p. m., Sacred Concert by the Alphion Singing Society. Silver offering. JOHN WESLEY M. E. CHURCH At 3 and 8 p. m., services at Paradise Grove. The Rev. J. W. Beamon and Wife. Hear these great divines at the Church and at the Grove. ASEURY M. E. CHURCH East and Lexington Sts. Rev Geo. C. Curry D. D. Pastor Mr. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 3 p.m., Fermon by Rev. J. W. Warren. 8 p.m., Sermon by the Pastor. Every one cordially invited. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH Franklin and Fine Streets Rev. S. R. Hughes, A. M., Pastor Parsonage, 1424 Argyle Avenue Something new every Sunday. 11 a. m., Preaching by the Pastor. Subject: "The Hidden Cause of the War in Europe." 3 p.m., Sunday School. W. C. Tongue, Supt. 4 p.m., Class No. 5 The 26th Anniversary the month of October. Wednesday night, Prayer Meeting. CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Streets Rev. N. M. Carroll, D. D., Pastor Another Great Day in Zion. Stewards' Rally. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Thos. H. Lee. Madame Bruce will render some of her choice selections. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., Special Sermon by Rev. Ida H. Nelson. Her choir and congregation re invited. 8 p. m., Preaching by that other Disciple. Song service, 100 voices. conducted by Madame Helen A. Cooper. Great time. Everybody welcome. Amen! SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHUKCE Dolphin and Etting Streets Rev. M. J. Naylor, D. D., Pastor 10 a. m., Bible Class. T. H. Smith, Instructor. 11 e. m., Sermon by Rev. J. C. Johnson, Jr., of Gammon School of Theology, Atlanta, Ga. 2 p. m., Sunday School. M. Q. Dorsey. Supt. EASTERN M. E. FIRE AND HOLY GHOST CHURCH McElderry Street and Patterson Park Avenue Rev. Alfred Young, Pastor Residence: 618 Dolphin Street 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 5.30 p. m., Enworth League Reopens Choice Music. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. George Custis of the M. E. Church ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH East 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. J. B. Carter. Mr. H. M. Washington, Supt. Mrs. Elise Hall Pres E. L. Mrs. E. B. Fuller, Pres. Ladies' Aid. Miss Ida Williams, Sunt. Jr. League. Mr. K. D. Ragland, President of the Brotherhood. The Baltimore City and Suburban company will run cars from Beach St., On tin Bay, this, the last Sunday of Halls Memorial M. E. Church, Marley Neck, every hour, starting at 8 a.m. Round trip 40 cents. Rev. Aquille Brooks will preach at 11 a.m. and also the midnight sermon. At 3 p.m., the Rev. Alfred Young will preach his famous Railroad Sermon. The sign of the Camp will be on the buses standing at Beach St. Sylvester H. Norwood, Pastor, 574 Oxford St. Phone, Mt. Vernon 4842 M. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST GOSPEL TENT Donna Ave, Ave. Pitcher street Last service Sunday night. Sept. 19th, at 7.30 p. m. Sermon by Elder G. P. Rodger's. Subject: "Lessons from Babylon's End." All invited Questions will be answered. NOTICE—If you are looking for a fine meal call to the up-to-date Lunch Room at 208 N. Keyser street. Will open for business on Saturday, September 18, 1915. We solicit your patronage. Mrs. Rosa Hunter, proprietress. READ BCCSTER KNOCK IN NEXT WEEK'S AFRO WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith Street near Orleans Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Pastor Subject: "Elijah's Successor." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School Session. 11 a. m., Educational Platform Meeting. Messr. Joshua A. Maxwell, Elmer A. Henderson, George S. Whyte and John W. Woodhous. J. F. Waters, Supt. J. W. Woodhous, Secretary EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery Street near Charles Rev. I. N. Ross, D. D., Pastor 7 a. m., Class 10 a. m., Bible Class. 11 a. m., Reaching by Presiding Elder, Rev. J. W. Norris. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. Charles Tolson, Supt. 6.30 p. m., Allen Christian Endeavor. J. Murray, President. 8 p. m., Special Sermon by the Pastor to the Southern Section Pleasure Club. Charles Henry, chorister, Thomas Mitchell, Organist. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle Street. Rev. S. M. Johnson, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Pastor 2.30 p. m., Babbath School. Special program will be rendered. Every member and scholar is invited to be present. 8 p. m., Sermon by Pastor T. J. Holliday, Supt. MT. MORIAH A. M. E. CHURCH Annapolis, Md. Rev. J. A. Briscoe, Pastor Methodist Week. Coming Home and Rally Week. Sunday, Sept 19th, the beginning of Methodist Week. Marching and music on the streets each night at 6 p. m., and services at the church at 8 p. m. Sunday, Sept. 19th 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. D. G, Hill, P. t. of the Baltimore District. 30 p. m., Sermon by Mrs. D. G. Hill. 8 p. m., Song Services by the Captains. FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. E. CHURCH Cor. Orchard and Tessier Streets Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor Parsonage: 1232 Argyle Ave. 11 a m., Preaching by Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 4 p. m. Class meeting. 8 p. m., Preaching. Wednesday night Class. Everybody is welcome to our services Frederick Dabney, Sec'y. C. H. Hanley, Treas. PAYNE MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Laurens and Calhoun Streets Rev. James G. Martin, Pastor Parsonage. 1342 Calhoun St. Don't forget the Trustees' Rally, October 31st. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.80 p. m., Sunday School. 7.30 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. James E. Neal, Supt. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington Street near Pine Rev. P. W. Worthham, D. D., Pastor 634 George Street THE PEOPLE'S UNION CHURCH Oreans and Ann Sts. Rev. C. Edw. Browne, Pastor. Residence: 1611 McElderry St. 9 a. m., Class. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor 2.30 p. m., Sunday school. 4 p. m., Class. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Tuesday and Wednesday nights, Class. Friday night, Prayer Meeting. All welcome. CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Dr. G. W. Kennard, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. Woolford Jones. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. Johns n All are invited. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton St. near W, Baltimore St. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor 10 s. Class. 7 to 8 p. m., Prayer and Praise Services. 8 p. m., Sermon to the Stevedores and Longshoremen by the Pastor. T. H. McGowan, Sept. NOTICE OF REMOVAL Mme. Alice Mitchell, of 2121 Druid Hill avenue, who has been conducting a hair business for some time who recently lost her husband, has changed her business to her home in New Haven, Conn., where she will continue her business. She wishes to thank her many friends and patrons for their able support in her business. Any one desiring to continue her treatment address her to New Haven, Conn., in care of general delivery. Ad. FOR SALE OR RENT FOR RENT—Furnished rooms, with board, if desired, for refined gentleman. 427 Mosher street. FOR SALE—An Excellent Business location. A First Class Restaurant and furnished rooms. Apply to 594 W. Biddle street. A good opportunity for the right party. FOR SALE—A well established stationery, confectionery, cigar and notion store. Doing a good business, but owner will leave city. S. E. corner of Saratoga and Pine streets. --- Y.M.C.A. READY FOR FINAL TEST May we remind you, subscribers to the colored Y. M. C. A. Fund, friends of the movement as well as, every colored citizen of Baltimore, of the coming campaign, THE FINAL TEST in which we shall say whether we wish to have a New Y. M. C. A. building for the colored men and boys. Mr. Rosenwald's words-- "I will give $25,000 for the erection of a branch building of the Y. M. C. A. in the city of Baltimore, Md., for colored men and boys, on condition that $75,000 additional be provided for the same purpose." The white citizens said "I will give $50,000 to the erection of the branch building if the colored citizens will provide the balance of $25,000 and we will commence said building as soon as the colored citizens pay in $15,000 of their $25,000." of their $200. The colored citizens accepted this offer and expressed their faith in the project by pledging more than $32,000 towards the fund, the same to be paid within two years. The whirlwind campaign which stirred all Baltimore was held in November 1912, at which time 3300 persons made pledges, payable as stated above. The excitement abated, the two year time is up, and Mr. Rosenwald's offer expires, January 1, 1916. There are about 115 days left in which to make good our promise up hold our honor and maintain our standing in the association world. The leaders and liberal contributors have adopted the following plan: Early in November, the exact date will be given later, the proposition will be placed before the public, the itemize account of all subscribers, the amount subscribed, the amount paid and the amount due. We shall give a statement of all funds to date and the showing the amount needed. This is a life and death struggle for the cause of manhood. Talking wont answer, excuses wont suffice, promises are worthless, the only thing that counts is--the Dollar. If we win, $100,000 will be invested in a modern Y. M. C. A. building to be managed and operated by color d men for men and boys; if we lose---answer for yourself. We beg you to remember this date, support the cause, uphold your good name and make good your promises. Forget past history with all of its blunders put aside petty indifferences and personal ambitions and for the good of the youth of the race, join hands in this great undertaking. THIS GREAT UNDERSTAND REMEMBER "WE ARE OUR BROTHER'S KEEPERS" SERGEANT CROPPER TO RESIDE HERE Samuel Cropper, a retired quartermaster sergeant of the United States Army, is now making his home in this city with Mr. and Mrs. Payton R. Kenny, of 1930 White street. Sergeant Cropper enlisted in this city in 1882. During his thirty years of service, he visited many countries and tells a most interesting story of his experiences. He fought in the Indian wars, saw service in the Far West, as well as in the Phillipines. Sergeant Cropper is nearing 60, and shows a lively and intelligent interest in army civic affairs. During his army career, he served in the Tenth Calvary and the Twenty-fourth Infantry. He draws a pension of $52 a month. Monumental Lodge of Elks is planning to make a number of improvements at the home of the lodge, 414 W.Hoffman street. The improvements will include the raising of the roof. The placing of the stairways further back and enlarging the meeting hall. The plans for the improvements, which have been drawn by an architect, call for an expenditure of about $2,500. Mr. W. Payne Stanley has gone to Lincoln University to resume his studies. Mrs. Hannah Scott wishes to announced that she has removed from 646 George street to 728 Linden avenue, near Madison. Mrs. Florence Briscoe paid pleasant visit to Philadelphia and Cape May, and returned to Ruxton. Rev. J. W. Warren, of Pittsville, Va., was in the city this week. Rev. J. T. Moten, of Sunderland, Md., was in the city Wednesday. Miss Marie Minor and Miss Kate Minor have returned to Richmond, Va., after visiting Mr. and Mrs. Randophl Johnson, of 575 Oxford street. Mr. and Mrs. Carrington L. Davis, who were married at Leavenworth, Kan., on Wednesday of last week, are now occupying their residence, 1821 McCulloh street. Rev. J. A. S. Cole, of York, Pa., was a caller at the office of the Afro-American Ledger a few days ago. Mrs. Laura Rozier, of 694 Mulberry street, is visiting friends in Trappe, Md. Mrs. D. L. Gibson, of 722 W. Mulberry street, who has been ill for some weeks, is able to be out again. Horace Miller, of 917. Pierce street, has returned from a visit to Atlantic City. Dr. and Mrs. Harry S. McCard and Attorney and Mrs. W. C. McCard who have been visiting in the West, have returned home. Mr. and Mrs. John W. Brown, of 939 Argyle avenue, have returned from a visit to Atlantic City. Mme. Hunter, of 1324 Druid Hill avenue, was a recent visitor to Atlantic City. Mr. J. D. Williams has returned to his home in New York city after spending a week visiting Miss C. E. Williams, of 627 Dolphin street. Mrs. Lillian Gross, of Washington and sister of Mr. Williams, was the guest of Miss Williams on Sunday, September 15. Mrs. Joseph G. Locks, funeral directress of 103 Jefferson street, who has been confined to her home by illness, is out again. Mrs. Frank Bogle and children, of 1123 Druid Hill avenue, have returned from a visit to Millersville, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Cornish, of 1123 Druid Hill avenue, have returned from Cambridge, Md. Miss Alma Rich, eldest child of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Rich, is ill at Harpers Ferry, where she was taken in an effort to regain her health. Mrs. Wilson, who has been ill at her home, 611 N. Dallas street, is improving. Mrs. William H. Wilson, of China street, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Alonzo Miles, of Simpsonville, Md. Mrs. Mary F. Bond, evangelist of the A. M. E. Conference, has just returned from the quarterly meeting of the Woman's National Evangelistic Conference, held at West Chester, Pa., in the St. Paul Baptist Church. Miss Ida Franklin, of 625 N. Caroline street and Mrs. Mamie L. Casey of 1603 E. Monument street, are spending their vacation in Philadelphia, New York, Atlantic City and Camden, N. J., visiting their relatives and friends. Miss Katie Mason, and Miss Marion Freeland, of Baltimore, Md., are visiting Mrs. John Starks, and Mrs. Susan Duffin, of 1927 Sedgwick street, northside, Pittsburgh, Pa. Miss Mason is the sister of Mrs. Starks and Mrs. Duffin and Mrs. Elizabeth Henry, of Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Marsen Brown wish to thank their many friends for their sympathy and handsome floral contributions sent their little darling, Gertrue E. Brown, who departed this life September 6, 1915. Mrs. Henrietta Perkins, 1711 Presstman street, Fashionable Dressmaker, Ladies' Suits to Order, Children's Clothing for sale. Phone: 2651 Madison Lewis E. Williams, head of the Uniform Rank of the Knights of Pythias, is at Hagerstown in an effort to recover his health. George H. Carter, former brigadier general of the Uniform Rank of the Knights of Pythias, is ill at his home, 1914 Druid Hill avenue. Mr. George W. Williams, of Spray, N. C., was in the city this week to attend the funeral of his brother, Mr. Eward Williams. Samuel T. Hemsley, the funeral director, was one of the Baltimoreans to attend the recent session of the Grand Lodge of Elks at Chicago. Bishop John Hurst has gone to Florida to visit his conferences. Mr. Alfred Washington has returned from Blue Ridge Summit, Pa. Mrs. Eliza Toney, of Barclay street, is back in the city after spending several weeks at Blue Ridge Summit. Miss Maud Neal, of 1716 Division street, has returned from a visit to Virginia. Mrs. Sarah Johnson, of 305 N. Pine street, has returned from a stay of several weeks in Pennsylvania. Mrs. John W. Henderson and daughter Evelyn, have returned from a visit to Essex county, Va. James Wise, 1220 Druid Hill avenue, professor of modern dances has arrived from Asbury Park, N. J., with three of the latest dances, the Congo Shottische, One Step Walk and Canter Waltz. These dances will be demonstrated in the near future, public or private. Ad TO CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY The congregation of Whatcoat M. E. Church, Franklin and Pine streets, is making preparations to celebrate its twenty-sixth anniversary during October. Rev. S. R. Hughes is the pastor. EDWARD WILLIAMS BURIED The funeral of Mr. Edward Williams, who was found dead in bed Sunday was held at his late residence, 1516 Druid Hill avenue, Wednesday. The deceased is survived by four brothers, three sisters and one daughter. Rev. F. R. Williams, pastor of Perkins Square Baptist Church, is a brother of the deceased. GRAND ARMY CARRIES BIGCROWD Local Grand Army Posts carried several thousand people on their annual pilgrimage to Gettysburg Monday. The veterans thoroughly enjoyed visiting the battlefield once more. A number of the old soldiers will attend the annual reunion of the Grand Army of the Republic at Washington this month. EDITOR DORSEY IN LOCK-UP Joseph Dorsey, editor of the Crusader, was released on bail for the action of the Criminal Court by Justice Supplee, of the Central Police Station, last Sunday. Elmer Jones, who was defeated for the Republican nomination for the State Senate in the Second district Tuesday, charged that Mr. Dorsey published an untrue statement when he published in the Crusader last week that Mr. Jones was alleged to have treated colored prisoners in a brutal manner when a warden at the City Jail. MASONS HONOR JGSEPH JACKSON Zerrubabel Chapter No. 4, Royal Arch Masons on Wednesday evening, September 8, 1915, presented to Companion Joseph A. Jackson a handsome Past High Priest jewel. In a neat and befitting address Companion J. Edw. Smith made the presentation, to which Companion Jackson blushingly responded. J. Edw. Smith, George P. Lankford and J. S. H. Cook were the committee. JOHN HARLOW BURIED The funeral of John L. Harlow, Jr., aged 16 years, who died September 13, 1915 after an illness of about seven months was held from the residence of his parents 1925 Druid Hill avenue on Wednesday, September 15. Altho his condition was such that he suffered greatly he bore his illness with patience and fortitude. The family extend sincere thanks to the many friends for kind words of sympathy and for the handsome floral tributes. GALLOWAY-FORTUNE WEDDING Mrs. Eulalia Reid Calloway and Mr. John Nelson Fortune were married at the parsonage of St. Barnabas Catholic Church Wednesday evening. Rev. Charles A. Evers officiated. The bride was attended by Mrs. Sarah Murphy and the groom by Mr. Daniel Rich. A reception followed at the future home of the couple, 2216 Druid Hill avenue. The bride is the widow of the late Cabell Calloway, Jr. She is a native of this city, and is an alumnus of the Colored High School. Before her first marriage, she taught in the local public schools. Mrs. Nelson is an accomplished musician and is director of the choir of Grace Presbyterian Church. The groom is very popular and has a wide circle of friends. EXCHANGES If half the folks in this crusty old world But cared how the other half lived; If banners of justice were freely unfured, And life to its bottom were sieved. There would be very little anxiety then Of what the day was to come. For in the true sense to be women and men Means life for eternity. Cicago Defender LESSONS FROM LIBERIA AND HAITI We can learn some mighy serious lessons just now from conditions in Liberia and Haiti. For years both in Liberia and Haiti literary education and politics have been emphasized, but while doing this the people have failed to apply themselves to the development of the soil, mines and forests, and the result is that from an economic point of view these two republics have become dependent upon other nations and races and in both the control of finances is in the hands of other nations. This is true notwithstanding the fact that the two countries have natural resource greater than other counties of similar size. In the United States there is no hope for us unless in an increasing degree we teach our young people to apply their education to develop the natural resources and to the promoting of human activities in the communities where they live. Mere abstract unused education means little for a race or individual. An ounce of application is worth a ton of abstraction. We must not be afraid to pay the price for success in business—the price of sleepless nights, the price of toil when others rest the price of planning today for tomorrow, this year for next year. If someone else endures the hardships, does the thinking, and pays the salaries, someone else will reap the harvest and enjoy the reward. —Booker T. Washington before National Baptist Convention—Chicago Broadax. WHERE WEEDS GROW There is yet another class of people who wait until people are dead to show how much they love them. We have seen men walking around with crape hearts sewed on their sleeves, making an outside show to a suspicious world. This mourning "fad" smacks of insincerity. The last class is that group of people who like Sunday funerals and brass bands. To make a funeral a stellar attraction for a city is the height of ignorance and savagery. Preachers should rebuke this senseless, expensive show by refusing to conduct a funeral service on Sunday that could have been held during the week. If we would make our love more practical while people live they would live longer, and would get out of life greater joy; but we wait until they are gone, and then show the world how much we loved them. Let us reverse the order by dispensing the love while people live. Let us show our good sense and refinement by putting on our loved ones good, sensible shrouds, laying them away in good caskets, and keeping their graves green through the years. One-half of those who raise so much racket at funerals do not know where the graves of their dead are. Nature decorates them every year with weeds.—Nannie Burroughs—The Worker. THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL We associate Christianity and poverty. That Lazarus story has been worked to death. Christ never intended to teach by that parable that every man who has money must of necessity go to Hell and that very fellow who lies around with sores on him begging crumbs is going to Heaven. I am glad there was but one Lazarus in the New Testament. I had rather preach to a hundred prosperous business men than to a thousand men of the Lazarus stamp. Wealth is an adjunct to Christianity. All things being equal, it makes a man more manly. We may pity a begar, but we never respect him. When the last word has been uttered on the love of money being the root of all evil, the fact still remains that it is not only a mighty good root, but a mighty essential root. In fact, you need money everywhere and for everything as long as you are here and your wife and children will need it after you are dead. Unless I misunderstand the program of Christianity, a man has no business in New Jerusalem until he has made an honest effort to keep the wolf from the door of his wife and children. The Bible teaches that a man who does not provide for his own, and especially those of his own house, has denied the faith and is worse than an infidel. —A. C. Powell in the Boston Reliance. FELIX B. PYE, Sr. 102 E. Mulberry Street Phone, Mt. Vernon 3603 ...JOHN H, TOAL 142 W. HILL STREET THE UP-TO-DATE UNDER Who can urnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, from his own stables at the most reasonable come to see him, just call JOHN H. TOAL 142 W. HILL STREET UP-TO-DATE UNDER general for $10.00 and up; c harriages for Funerals, Weddi tables at the most reasonable come to see him, just call -Y. ...JOHN H. TOADVIN... 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKER Who can urbish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, rates... from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call C. and P. Phone, Madison 692 GEO. H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alexander Hemsley Funeral Director and Embalmer 517 Robert Street Embalmer 517 Robert Street Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite, courteous and expert attention guaranteed. Carriages to hire for all occasions. Open day and night. To the Friends and Patrons ALEX. HEMSLEY Funer Friends and Patrons EMSLEY Funer 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. SAMUEL T. HEMSLEY FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Coaches to hire for all occasions MAIN OFFICE; 578 W. BIDDLE ST. Funerals from $75.00 Up 'Phone Mt Ver non 2578 I am desirous of taking this opportunity of thanking my many friends and patrons of my father the late SAMUEL W. CHASE for their past patronage and to announce that the business will be carried on in the name of SAMUEL W. CHASE @ SON and that I premise to give all calls my personal attention. guaranteeing most polite and courteous services at all times, whether in city or suburbs, and most reasonable charges. Thanking you all again for your past patronage and asking a continuance of the same, I_remain Yours respectfully T. G. MARSHALL, Groceries & Provisions, Butter & Eggs ..THE BEST IN PRINTING.. SPECIALTIES Letterheads Envelopes Programmes Book Work Poster Work Placards Wedding Invitations South 422 or South 396-Y. Count Vernon 3138 A. B. 142 W. Hill Street 526 Druid Hill Ave. MORGAN OPENS ~ NEXT WEEK Historic Old College to Offer a Number of New Courses Dur- ing the Coming Season Morgan College and its two branches--one at Princess Anne, Md., and the other at Lynchburg, Va., will resume sessions on September 24, Morgan College expects an in- crease in enrollment, which will include new students from Ala- bama and Tennessee. The stu- dents from the South have been at- tracted by the appointment of Prof. William Pickins as dean, it is be- lieved. - Professor Pickens is wide- ly Known as a lecturer on economic subjects. He and his family al- ready have taken quarters at the college, He will teach German and other subjects. During the past week Dr. J. 0. Spencer, president of the college, and Dean Pickens have been busy getting things in shape for the ‘opening. Morgan College expcets to offer a course for teachers,- Those en- gaged in teaching may pursue special courses and credit will be given toward 2 degree, if desired. Psychology, science, languages, mathematics, Bngilsh, history and ‘other subjects will be offered, if enough persons should desire in-- structions. The courses in social service, started last session, will be resum- ed, and instruction offered on cer- tain-afternoons in the week. The ‘class which took the course last year, will do field work this year. The elementary class in philantrophy will be continued, with Mrs. Grace Howard Smith as instructor. This course should be attractive to social workers, as well as those who desire an understanding into social conditions and the principles of socjology. A fee of $5.00 will be-charged such students, WILLIAMS WOULD RID" CITY. QF ALLEY HOUSES df a suggestion made by Geongé Washington Williams, a member of the Park Board, takes concrete shape and appropriate legislation i secured, Baltimore may get rid of its alley houses. For years the major portion of the colored people of this city lived in the alleys, but nearly two decades ago the race ke- gan to seek better homes on wide atreets. So great was this move- ment that prejudiced whites clam- ored for the enactment of a segre- gation law, which virtually stops the colored people from expending their residence area. Segregation has not only resulted in the race being foreed to pay big rents for desirable houses on good streets,but in preventing those able to Jeave the insanitary alley homes from so doing. The alley houses, especially those in West and Northwest Baltimore, is the result of speculation. A builder put up fine rows of homes on wide street, and in the rear ereeted homes for colored people. These houses were many times built out of old bricks, had the commonest materials and were in many: eases not even desirable as stables. The segregationists did not kick, however, as long as colored people lived in these hovels at their back gates, but when a colored man of light and leading sought to move next door instead of the rear, a big howl was raised. Mr. Williams suggests that these alley houses be torn down and parks. made. In Washington this has been done with a remarkable de- gree of success. In and around Baltimore there remains, ‘owing to the activity of the Negro phobrs, but. little vacant land that the race may secure. This combined with the segregation law, makes: the problem one difficult of solution. Baltimore’s need is a.building code that’ will eliminate flimgy buildings and make it mandatory that'houses must be built in accord- ance with certain’ specifications not, now exacted. The need seems more apparent since the city has been spending millions of dollars in gen- eral improvements. MRS, AMOS A VISITOR HERE Mrs. Ruth Amos stopped. in Bal- timore on Sunday” morning from New York, to see several friends. While here she was the guest of Mrs, S.. Deaver, 605 W. Biddle street, She went to visit some fciends in company with : Mr. Joseph ‘Demby. . while here. On a late train she left. for Alexandria, ‘Va.; ber. home.* + A VISIT 10 ST, MARY'S SEASIDE HOME FOR BOYS AND GIRL A Tew weeks ago 1t was my Priv- ilege to visit the St. Mary’s Sea- side Home. To tell the truth, I was’ a little skeptical concerning this place, notwithstanding the fact that I had continually heard reports concerning the good work being done there. ‘That the work already done,and the possibilities of future service exceeded my highest ex- pectations, is putting iv mildly. The Home, (it should be called farm) is situated about twenty minutes ride in a launch from Tol- chester, and has an unexcelled beach fronting on. the Chesapeake Bay for nearly a half mile. The storm had washed away the pier and we landed with some little difheulty by means of a board plac- ed on the bow of the launch and sloping to the beach, Going up to the “Big House’’ I was greet- ed by a number of ladies who were boarding there for the sum- mer, and incidentally giving their services gratis, looking after the children, seeing that their clothes were mended and in short, doing most everything that women gen- erally find to do when there are a number of children about. In company with Mr. Alfred Rohoblt,I was taken on a tour of in- spection, We first -visited the peach orchard. The orchard is leomposed of about two hundred splendid trees, which, at the time of my visit, were Jaden-with luci- fous fruit, ‘The corn field. adjoin. ing the orchard, and which sup- plied the children during the sum- mer, showed the effects of the severe storm which had recently swept that section of the country. Adjoining this field is the children’s playground, comprising about five acres. Here the kids have free reign and indulge in every game imaginable to young America, that is when they can be induced to spend any time there, For there is the beaeh, and the youngsters would spend :al] day down there if they were allowed to. Most of the kids who go there have never seen any body :of swater outside of the restricted Jakes in Druid Hill Park, land probably the dirty basin at the foot of Marsh Market Space. Is jt any wonder then, that when they get down to the Home, have free access to a half mile beach and wade in the salt water that goes out over a hundred feet before it comes much above the knees, that they have no time for baseball or other games that can be easily in- dulged in when they get back home. Next, we were taken to the dormitory, large frame LE shaped building with.a porch running the full Jength of one side. Both of ALM. E MINISTERS ° RESUME MEETINGS The Baltimore African Methodist Ministerial Meeting resumed its sessions, following the summer recess, at the A. M. E. Church at Ellicott City Monday. A business ‘session was held in the morning, Rev. A, A. Murray and his eongregationserved a big dinner to the ministers. Rev. P. W. Wortham preached at night. The ministers wil! meet at Bethel A. M. E. Chureh, Druid Hill avenue and Lanvale street, en Mondays hereafter. PRESIDENT GOSDLOE RESIGNS AIS POSITION | To the Members of the State Colored Teachers’ Association: My duties and interests do not permit my remaining longer as President of the Association. J have there- fore notified ‘Mr. Howard Gross, first vice president and Mr. George B. Murphy, chairman of the execu- tive committee, of my resignation which is to take effect immediately. Please accept my most earnest thanks for the help and inspiration coming to me through your interest in the Association and in the edu- cational affairs it seeks to advance. Very truly yours, D. S. S. GOODLOE FISHER WRITES PLAY FOR MOTION PICTURE COMPANY Birmingham, Ala., Sept. 17.— Isaac Fisher, editor of the Negro Farmer and winner of prizes for essays on economic. subjects, has written a. drama, entitled ‘‘When True Love Fails.’’ “The Southern Motion Picture Company, a white concern, -has <placed the play on films,“ using colored characters in the cast. It is. probable ‘that Mr. Fisher will-.write more. plays for the same company. fs THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER MG 100g See ee ee a open and screened,so that the place is thoroughly ventilated, and at the same time the children are protested in case of rain, At one end is a small chapel, where ser- vices are held daily. * How this place, comprising over forty acres has been acquired in the past two years and able during the past year to give 162 children two weeks vacation, is best told by those who have been interested in the Home from the beginning. Seated on the porch I heard of the strug- gles to keep the place running and of the sacrifices which have been made by individuals in order that the maximum amount of work might be accomplished.’ Like most institutions of this character, depending chiefly upon free-will contributions, the chief obstacle confronting the manage- ment of the Home has been the lack of sufficient funds to carry.on the work, Because of this it was necessary to close two weeks earlier than had been intended. Credit for the magnificent work that has been accomplished by St. Mary’ Seaside Home should be giv- en to Rev. George A. Griffiths, pastor of St. Mary’s Church, who conceived the idea, and as a re- sult of the faithful cooperation of the members of the church and a few others, has_been able to carry out his plans. dt might be stated here that all poor children, re- jgardless of creed are weleomed at the home and no distinctions are ‘made, with the single exception ‘that the poorest are always given ‘the preference, Daring the past ‘summer, some -of the-children from the various ‘orphanages were given two weeks at the farm. Rev. Mr. Griffiths, hes interested the Charity Organization in the work in the Home, and witl, this winter, seek to get an-appropriation so that the scope of the work can be enlarged and embarrassments of this season avoided in the future. ‘The St, Mery’s Home is a big in- stitution, and should receive the support of everyone interested in the youth of the race. While it is true that 162 children were given two weeks vacation during the summer, it could just'as well have been 500 if funds had been avail- able. In the safternoon, in. company with the boarders at the big house I enjoyed a fine country dinner, later, donning a bathing suit J went out into the waters of the old Chesapeak Bay, drowned the skepti- cism that I brought with me and returned to- Baltimore a happier and wiser man. [CHISUM AGAIN IN THE CLUTCHES OF THE LAW Oklahoma City, Okla., Sept. 16.-- Melvin J. Chisum, formerly of Baltimore and now editor of The Tribune, was .arrested here for al- leged criménal libel against Prof. Inman E. Page, deposed president of Langstas University. He was released on bond. The Tribuse published an article dealing with the alleged relations of Prof. Page svith.some of his girl students. Page was dismissed from his position. The former president is one of the best known educators in the county. He is an alumnus of Brown University and at one time was head of Lincoln Institute at Jefferson City, Mo. ROYAL SOHAL RAISES MONEY FOR GHARITY The Royal Social of Catonsville, Md., wish to thank their many friends for their great assistance in aiding them in giving a picnie for the Maryland Home for Friendless Colored Children on Amgust 1, 1915: ‘The donations were as follows: Mrs, Edward Pye $5.10 Mrs. Mary R. Lee 1.00 St. Mary’s Household, thru Mr. M. Lee 2.00 Catonsville Improvement Club, thru Mr. Lee 2.01 Mr. Felix Pye, thru Mr. Ed. Pye 2.00 Miss Margaret B. Hall 1.00 Mr. William Francis 2.50 Mrs. Dumar Brown, president; Mr. James Lee, vice president; Mr. Edward Pye,Marshall; Mr. William Francis, treasurer; Miss Margaret B. Hill, secretary. General committee: Mrs. Edward Pye, Mrs. Mary R, Lee, Mr.-Dumar Brown. a See tae sth BUSINESS DIRECTORY. JOHN A, BISHOP Funeral Director and Embalr 1107 DRUID. HILL AVE. C.&P. Phone Mt. Vernon 854 W.A. RILEY «. Shaving Parlor ... 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Hillen triumphed in the local tournament of ‘‘B’’ ‘class players last. week, and was awarded a silver medal, and a promotion to class “a.” With his mastery. of the more difficult” strokes Hillen will prove a hard man to whip. The- football season is about to ‘begin and no doubt Baltimore will assume its usual position among the big-city teams—last. ‘Well there is some consolation in the fact that we can boast of a bas- ket ball team that ‘‘hits the road”’, even though. it: does Joose most of ‘its games away. my 9 WALTER DEMAND “IN AGAIN Dear old Walter Demand struck jnto this “‘berg’’ from the ‘‘City- ‘by-the-sea’’ last week with wonder- ful: tales of the exploits of the Vandals’ baseball team of that city, -of whom the redoubtable “Mike” Briscoe is a leading light. ‘Walter's descriptions of their'double ‘and. triple and all’ other kind of plays are ones: that would put to shame the once invincible infield of the Athletics. We believe Walter is the. ‘‘only one of his kind in existence,’ ane ROY HORSE’ EQUALS : y WORLD'S RECORD It seems as if Roy Morse of the Salem-Crescent Club of New York is’ bent on overshadowing the per- formances of his great predecessor, Howard P. Drew, in the field of track running. Morse who is only 19 years old and the national 220 yard champion, and junior 100 yard champion traveled to Toronto, Canada, last Saturday and proved himself the star of the annual ‘Canadian handicap track meet, held ‘at the Exposition grounds there. Morse,running like a Howard Drew was credited with equaling the ‘world’s record for 225 yards, when he won the furlong dash in 0: 21 1-5 seconds. This mark is held jointly “by Howard Drew, Dan Kelly, Donald Lippincott and George Parker. Previous to this Morse gave away big marks in the century dash but came thru like a flash winning this event in 10 seconds flat. - Morse though young has probably ‘competed in more track events, and ‘won ‘more.medals than any other yunner’ of color, At present he bids fair to’ be the greatest: run- ner: at the two distances the ath- Jetic world has ever known. GREAT. LACROSSE: PLAYER DIES IN’ NEW YORK Tt is with much surprise and re- gret that we learn of the death of ‘Albert ‘Lewis, the greatest and only -eolored lacrosse player in the world. “Lewis was one of the foremost de- “fense ‘players of the game. regard- Jess of color. He was born in ‘Ontario, Gariada, the home of Cana- ‘da’s: greatest’ lacrosse players, but ately. lived in Nebraska. He wa: taken’ suddenly ill in New York ‘while on his way to pay a visit to ‘the place of, his birth. CRACK RUNNER IN BANGER <> OOF BEING SUSPENDED _ That Roy Morse, the national fur- ong champion; who won two races “at Toronto, Canada last Saturday; is in“ danger-of -being suspended for “participating in the games withoat “permit; is very probable...’ Morse shas -incurred:the displeasure of the | Metropolitan Association officials by “failute to apply-for-a permit, <Rubien, president of the. New York tiamene k ee Pts UN See Branch of the Association, said that unless Morse’ had applied to the up- state Commissioners for a permit to cross the border; he had by his act automatically suspended him- self. Many of the athletes around Buffalo have been in the habit of securing permits from the Buffalo commissioners to go on the other side, to save the trouble of sending all the way to New York, It is probable that Morse has secured one of these permits. we — CHINESE TEAN SHUTS OUT LINCOLN STARS When the Chinese University team defeated the Lincoln Giants, at Olympic Field, 136th street and Fifth avenue, last Sunday, they made a record by shutting the colored cracks out without a score. This is the first time the colored me shut out by any ball club this year, and they are furious over it. ‘The'sifme clubs have been booked to appear again on next Sunday and. itjis sure be a battle for bloods: ‘Apav;“the great pitcher of the Ghinese, will be in the box again for the Oriental, and will be oppos- ao. ‘Cyclone’ Joe Williams, who not pitched against the Chinese ‘team this season. , " . HICLEN WINS B-CLASS TENNIS. TOURNAMENT The ‘‘B’’ class Tennis tournament conducted by the Y. M. C. A. clos- ed last Saturday when Emerson Hillen and L. G. Hubert struggled for the honor of King in the ‘‘B”’ division. _Hillen proved. himself mester and won the silver medal. lhe tournament was very success- ful and it created much enthusiasm among the younger players. PLAY BEGINS FOR LOCAL TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP The ‘‘A’’ class or City-Wide ten- nis tournament for the champion- ship of the city, in singles and doubles commenced Thursday after- noon on the eourts at Druid Hill Park. The following men will swing the racquets in this the most thrilling tournament in’ the history of the game here. Seere- tary Booker, the director of the tournament will look after every detail in order that the whole affair may prove satisfactory. The matches ‘as they appear: J. J. Wheeler-Gough D. Me- Daniels, Dr, T. S. McCard-Sherman Weaver, Dr. A.O. Reid-I. N. Ross, Jr., Carl Murphy-Winfort Braxton, D. 0. W. Holmes-Dr. E. V. Fitz- gerald, Thomas Jones- Emerson Hillen, Ralph V. Cook-Mason A. Hawkins, Ralph W. Reckling-Wm. Williams, Dr. Cardoza-Dr. Rhetta. The tennis fans are asking who will meet in the semifinals. It is very doubtful, as every man is de- termined to play his best and add, if possible to his present rating. Who will pick the winner of the city championship? . The associa- tion offers a medal to the winner which will increase the interest in ‘the contest and make the struggle real. Watch the black horse! The prizes will be awarded at the Y..M. C. A. building on the night of the big Home-Coming feast. ‘The tour- inament will close Tuesday or | Wednesday of next week, Come ‘out,. if you want to se esome classy ‘playing, drives and smashes, cut: and ‘curves. JOHN WILKERSON WINS WASHINGTON TOURNAMENT ‘The semi-finals in the. singles of the Association Tennis Club went to John Wilkerson ‘in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, but not before a squabble between the contestants, which was settled only when ,the referee threatened to default the match to the player willing to play. Play in the semi-tinal round began late Friday afternoon and darkness put an ehd to the mateh the score stood first set to Wilkerson 6-3, andtwo all’in_ the second set. When play was resumed on Saturday morning Holmes claimed-his right under the rules to select. court and keep it thru. the ‘remainder of: the’ ‘set. Wilkerson maintained’ . that . the ~ARRO-AMERICAN: LEDGER pede *TURN YOUR BACK a) ie r cogil WES tee Landlord & Doctor wee B oe _MAKE UP YOUR MIND’ | c= ‘a RIGHT NOW To Secure A Building Lot —_—— So PATAPSCO. PARK That beautiful strictly colored suburb Location~High, Healthy, and. Convenient 10 minutes ride from city “No narrow streets Prices Within the Reach of All No taxes No ground rent Terms--To ‘Suit’ Your Pocketbook Most reasonable It will pay you to investigate "Get on the Road to Wellville” Write to | Patapsco Park Land Co, 106 LAW BUILDING! Phone :St. Paul 3119 BALTIMORE, MD. ’ ELECTA CHAPTER, No. 1, 0. E. S. WILLGIVE ACHINKAPIN HUNT TO BROWN’S GROVE, ON STEAMER STARLIGHT SUNDAY, SEPT. 19TH, 1915 Sacred Concert by Marcato Orchestra. FARE 25 CENTS, REFRESHMENTS Mordota Backing Ce oyal Matron Gobige Lankiord, Royal Patron eee Hannah M. Dodd. At Mora hilees Wharf S304. Samdgao Me rename —— PI Special Sermon by Rev. JUNIUS GRAY, D.D. | Pastor of Psalmist Baptist Church Ad Trinity A. HL E. Church - Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 p. m. In interest of the Womens Mite Missionary Society of the Church His Famous Choir and Congregation willbe present. Come out and hear their choice selections. An invitation is extended to all W. M. M. Societies and Organizations to come and worship with us and welcome this choir and congregation Mrs. Martha Thompson, Chairman. Mrs. Lavinia S, Henry, Asst. Chair. Mrs. Hattie Johnson, Pres:-W.M.M.S. Rey. S. M. Johnson, D. D.,Pastor The Profit Sharing Building and Loan Association HAS MONEY TO LOAN TO ~ PROPERTY OWNERS AT SHORT NOTICE Liberal Interest Paid on Time Deposits. Open Daily OFFICE: 307 ST. PAUL STREET PHONE: St.Paul 3541 Directors: large: Sith Prestent 4 ptAMerson Winec, Mccank Auomer ss ase a es eee match should be taken up where|, Mrs: Amelia Jones of 1702 Me left off the afternoon. with the sun|Culloh street after spending: twe ee eetk. the eferee unable | Weeks visiting her cousin, Mr. anc to ‘effect a compromise, ordered | Mt, Samuel Nock has reevene play or default,giving Holmes the} ome: choice of courts but requiring al Mr. Thomas A. Hardy, of 764 change on the odd games. The|George street, fiinancial secretary squabble unnerved both players, but] of Mt. Sinia Tabernacle, No. 18, of the result was never in doubt. Last| Moses, was elected delegate to the year’s champion bowed to asu-|Grand Encampment to be held ai perior service ena stronger volley-| Schenectady, N. Y. ing., In the finals Wilkerson. won ; Mes, Ada Ewin, e finals Wil . z and. her daugh: from McDuffie 7-5; 6-8; 6-1. ter, Florence of Halifax, Nova Scotia, ar visiting her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs LOCAL BRIEFS. James Brindley, 2510 Bayner Ave. Ga ae Miss Helen M.D. Truxton, daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Trux- ton, has been appointed instructor in domestic science at the Carey Street School. Miss Marie Holland has gone to New. York to attend school. She will stay with her aunt, Mrs. Retta ‘Arnett. Mrs. John &. Taylor and daugh- ter, of 932 Pierce street, have re- turned from a visit to West River, Ma. Mrs. Dwight 0. W. Holmes was called to Washington this week by the illness of a relative. Mrs. Ellen Dockins, of 1529 E. Madison street, and Mrs. Josephine Chase, of 716 First street,Sparrows Point, have returned home after visiting friends and relatives of Burlington, N. J. and several other towns in New Jersey and Pennsyl- | vania. ot a Mrs. Wm. Lynch, 1521 Division street and daughters, Marjorie and Mildred, have returned from Blue Ridge Summit, Pa., after spending two weeks'with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. | Hawkins. Mr. George F. Blackistone has returned home after spending a ‘week. as guest ‘of his mother, Mrs. Mary Blackistone, of Leonardtown, Md. : Mr. and Mrs Wm. Hawkins, who are spending the summer at Blue Ridge Summit, Pa., gave a re ception on Saturday,.. September 11,. in honor of Mrs. Wm. Lynch and Miss Katie Oneil. Mrs. Sadie Murphy and little daughter, Mary Elizabeth, . 748 Waesche street, have returned home after: several weeks. in Somersett, Pa., visiting Mrs. Wm. J. Purdy. ‘BROWN'S GROVE raéftw OTA, STARLIGHT : THE NEW 1 U The Following Dates Have Been Booked: pian. Birman | GINA EAN | use se) Oa ed SSS I mr a a teres SEEM, Society 18, GHINKAPINHUNT = ee FD PD ND OD DEER ESET FD = MRS. L. J. PECK : Wishes to’ introduce to you the superiority of the Walker’ | method. The more you use the Walker Method, the more you will be drawn irrestibly to the use of it’ I am. | prepared to give the treatment or teach the method. } Walkers’ Preparations For Sale At | | 521 MOSHER STREET | Combings Made Up Phone, Madison, 3236-Y a ee ee ee Ti pe eT et et ee i | qu. FENNELL’S PHARMACY | We use only Pure and Fresh Drugs and Chemicals in all our i Compounding. That’s why we have the confidence of your ] Physician. If youare ill, consult your Physician and f Jet us compound yout prescription at a reasonable price. ) ve will introduce our NEW PROFIT SHARING SYSTEM whereby ] " Wine you Spend due Dolls with us you get back five cents. Ask for ! your SALE CHECKS for they are worth saving. f WE WILL REDEEM CHECKS EVERY MONDAY sox MME WLAERS WOADERFOL HAIR GROMER TT HEE als, PER BOX. 606, WALKEA'S SHMMIPOO S06. SLOSSINE 386. { 1 “ageoes ror OVERTON'S HIGH BROWN PREPARATIONS] Which we are selling in large quantibeg... Try thelr igh Brown FACE POWDERS We send goods by PARCEL, POST s@any/part of the country We invite voutodeat_ f FENNELU’S = t T ALISY CORNER Druid Hill Ave. THE at Biddle St. | ee ee le OT ee i re Oe Oe 8 ee Oe Oe Sl 8 CRD Et) 2 2 «fhe Druid Hill Pharmacy... Druid Hill Ave. & McMechen St. Your attention is called to our Prescription Departm ent PRESCRIPTIONS OUR SPECIALTY . Carefully compounded and by Graduates Only. Always in charge of a Registered Pharmacist who will give your Prescription the ‘est of attention: Prompt deliveries made anywhere re Are Agents for the Chasco Remedies—Ask about tbe: We Also Carry the High Brown Preparations YOUR PATRONAGE: SOLICITED Mrs. Amelia Jones of 1702 Me: Culloh street after spending two weeks visiting her cousin, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Nock has rteurned home. Mr. Thomas A. Hardy, of 764 George street, financial. secretary of Mt. Sinia Tabernacle, No. 18, of Moses, was elected delegate to the Grand Encampment to be held at Schenectady, N. Y. Mrs. Ada Ewing and her daugh- ter, Florence of Halifax, Nova Scotia, ar€ visiting her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Brindley, 2510 Bayner Ave. Purviance’s. Wednesday and Saturday danees Pythian Castle. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Holley, spent last week in Pittsburgh and Chicago. Mrs. Mary Pulley, of 622 Baker street has arrived home after spend- ing two months. with relatives and friends at Salisbury and Allen Md. Rev. Delaware Williams, for'a number of years active in local in- surance circles, is seriously ill in Virginia. He has been in declin- ‘hes temas Gee cara: STORES. . Young’s Hair Food | | Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp, One 25 cent can_will convince g Hclentitieally prepared at— YOUNG’S PHARMAC. Druid Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street PD PRD FI PPD PD TD FD PL PL TMD PD Cd A UTUVYVYVUVYVUVYUVYYTVYVVVe YYYYYYYVYYYYYV EY YUN YVYUUY os C. & P. Phone Madison‘3224 M ‘ é P : James F. Hall 5 5 ; Mt. Auburn Marble Co. 3 5 Spootal Prievs On Ht Churen Work 3 $ Interior And Exterior Work... ., s > Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing 5 Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. Mantles. . : 5 Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue : a a ag Bi te -_ Baltimore’s Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Compre $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete A fine ensket worth $65.00, in black clot steel gray or white plueb highly polished oak or walnut outside case; heautilul rabber-tired hearse either black, gray cr white, to match casket, as desired; five heated ear riages, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening grave advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, era sifix when desired, rugs, chair sete., all of the latest designs. Tiris foseral cost elsewhere..sssssssessssssesrsaneesssrereesssnssses 196,00 My price$73.00......$75,00 caring you $61.00.....$63.00 Other Funerais ao low as $25, $35, $48, $50. . Higher Grade $100, $150, $175, No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals: Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Comptete. (222 Division St.,bet, Dolphin and Lanvale, Residence-C. & P. Phone. 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