The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER VOL. XXIV. NO. 8 REPUBLICANS ARE SURE OF SUCCESS O. E. Weller And Other Candidates on G. O.P. Ticket Making Vigorous Campaign Through The State Another week in the political world has passed with the candidates of both parties making energetic campaigns. Ovington E. Weller, Republican aspirant for the Governorship; and his running mates,—Albert A. Doub, nominee for attorney general, and Robert F. Duer, candidate for comptroller—have spoken at several largely attended rallies. The speech of Governor Goldsborough at Cambridge Tuesday night, in which he heartily commended Mr. Weller's services as chairman of the State Roads Commission, greatly heightened the hopes of Republicans throughout Maryland. Galen L. Tait, chairman of the Republican State Central Committee, is working arduously to straighten out tangles and to shape things so that Republican victory may be achieved in November. William F. Broening, who has made a fine record as State's Attorney, has received flattering assurances of support in his fight for reelection. The friends of Chief Judge Morris A. Soper are working like trojans in behalf of his candidacy. The various candidates for city-wide offices, with the exception Dr. Harry C. Algire, express themselves as feeling encouraged over their chances. Opposition among colored voters against Dr. Algire's candidacy for Register of Wills seems to be increasing, despite his efforts to offer explanations of his course as coroner in the Guth murder case. THE NEGRO BUGGABOO The Democrats evidently believe that the tide is running against them as they have brought Mr. Negro Bugaboo out of retirement and are dangling his awful features over the State in order to scare white men away from Mr. Weller. They alleged that Mr. Weller stands for that undefinable thing known as social equality because of his long residence in New England. The Baltimore Sun quotes State Senator Peter J. Campbell as making this appeal to whites at a meeting of Tenth ward Democrats Thursday night: "It is the duty of us white men to stand together. Mr. Goldsborough and Mr. Lowndes were not only natives of Maryland, but they spent their lives here. They did not stand for social equality. Nor does young Sydney Mudd. Although Mr. Weller was born in Maryland, he spent the greater part of his manhood in New England, and there imbibed the 'social equality' ideas of that section." "Tom" Meflin, the Congressman from Alabama, whose stock in trade is abusing the Negro, has also been brought here to help the Democrats spread the doctrine of "white supremacy." The bringing out of the race issue is certainly disquieting to that class of colored men opposed to the Republicans generally and also those who believe that Goldsborough "closed down" things in Baltimore, and with the election of Emerson C. Harrington as Governor would come "wide-open doings" for them and the followers of "Frank" Kelly. The attitude of the party of Gorman, John Walter Smith, W. Mitchell Digges and other advocates of disfranchisement is not relished by those colored men who believe that the votes of the race should be disseminated among all parties, and especially so since the United States Supreme Courts nullified the "grandfather clause" in Southern election laws. PASTOR BANQUETS MEMBERS That the colored business men of this city would prosper greatly if the colored ministers at all times strongly urged their congregations to adequately support them was the observation made by Capt. George W. Brown at Allen A. M. E. Church Thursday night. A large audience, including a number of ministers was present at the invitation of Rev. Patrick J. Jordan, who gave a reception to the members of his church. The exercises began with the introduction of Rev. C. H. Stepteau, of Washington, of Rev. P. W. Wortham as master of ceremonies. The gathering was unique in that a number of those who took a prominent part in the exercises are natives of North Carolina. Dr. Jordan, the host; Rev. Dr. George F. Bragg, who took the place of John H. Murphy as a speaker; Captain Brown and Dr. Wortham hail from that State. Among other speakers, each of whom praised Dr. Jordan as a pastor, were: Rev. Dr. A. L. Gaines, Rev. I. N. Ross, Dr. C. H. Fowler, George T. Brent and Miss M. A. Johnson. Mr. Murphy was present, but was unable to speak on account of a severe cold. In response to the many words of commendation, Dr. Jordan expressed his appreciation and declared that it was his desire to faithfully serve the people. Captain Brown praised Dr. Jordan highly, mentioned the fact that he had given Brown's Grove and the steamer Starlight support at all times and concluded his address by presenting the pastor with $50. This sum Dr. Jordan turned over to the church, and the congregation augmented it with $21.64. PAPER TO RESUME PUBLICATION Augusta, Ga., October 15.—The Georgia Baptist, edited for many years by the late Rev. W.J. White, will resume publication shortly. Dr. White died two years ago, but the paper did not suspend publication until several months ago. A company has purchased the plant and good will. FUNERAL OF MRS. LAURA L. TURNER Atlanta, Ga., October 15.—The funeral of Mrs. Laura Lemon Turner, who died at her home here Monday, was held at Big Bethel A. M. E. Church Thursday morning. A number of ministers delivered eulogies. Resolutions from the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the A. M. E. Church, of which she had been president for some years, and from other church organizations were read. The deceased was widely known and was regarded as a woman of ability. She had been twice married, her husband being Rev. Mr. Powell and her second Bishop Henry M. Turner. The latter died last May. MRS DUNBAR WANTS SUFFERAGE Pittsburgh, Pa., October 15. Alice Ruth Dunbar, widow of the late Paul Laurence Dunbar, has been in the city this week delivering addresses in behalf of the cause of woman suffrage. She has made a fine impression by her exposition of the good points that would accrue from giving woman the right to vote. She has also been the recipient of much attention in a social way. Mrs. Dunbar is head of the English department of the Howard High School, Wilmington, Del. A parade of enthusiasts for the cause will be held this Saturday in order to arouse interest in the amendment that will be submitted to the people in November for woman suffrage. ALGIRE'S HOPE FADING FAST Many Prominent Citizens Express Their Intention Of Knifing Republican Candidate For Register of Wills Supporters of Dr. Harry G. Algire, Republican candidate for Register of Wills, are alarmed at the steadily rising tide of hostility against his candidacy. White Republican leaders have gotten in touch with certain colored ministers and others in an effort to have Dr. Algire given a clean bill of health. About 15 or 20 colored men met at Republican headquarters on Thursday evening of last week and had read to them the records in the Guth murder case. Algire summoned the jury which voted to exonerate Guth on the charge of killing his colored chauffeur, George Murphy. According to one of the gentlemen present, the stenographic report showed that the coroner performed his functions in the case according to the law. Coroner Algire happened to be passing 414 W. Hoffman street Tuesday afternoon, at a time that the gentlemen interested in the publication of one of Baltimore's race journals week meeting. He divined that they were there and walked in and asked permission to state his side of the case. He made an elaborate argument in an effort to absolve himself of all blame and intimated that any sinister influences that may have helped Guth to get an exoneration were not manipulated by him. He asked the gentlemen present to set him "straight" before the hostile colored voters of this city and, it is asserted, that they promised to do so. Colored men are not wanted around headquarters who announce they are strongly opposed to Algire! If they happen to meet "Bill" Stewart there he will blurt out: "We need you not as we are all for one and one for all." WALKER ON TRIAL FOR MURDER Richmond, Va., October 14.—The trial of Russell Walker, charged with shooting and killing his father, Armstead Walker, last summer, is scheduled for the Husting Court next Thursday. The young man claimed that the shooting was accidental, he having mistaken his father for a burglar, and he was exonerated. Colored citizens here succeeded later in having him indicted. He has since been out under $2,500 bail, furnished by his mother, Mrs. Maggie L. Walker, secretary-treasurer of the Order of St. Luke. TO ATTEND SESSIONS OF THE MOMEN'S MITE MISSIONARY SOCIETY Mrs. Mary F. Handy, Mrs. Dora Murray, Mrs. Georgia Murray, Mrs. K. Bertha Hurst, Mrs. Minnie L. Gaines, Mrs. Margaret P. Hill, Mrs. L. S. Flagg, Mr. P. W. Wortham, Mrs. J. G. Martin, Mrs. S. M. Johnson, Mrs. M. S. C. Beckett, Mrs. Annie E. Waddleton and Miss Mattie I. Throckmorton are among the ladies from the Baltimore A. M. E. Conference, who will attend the sixth quadrennial session of the Parent woman's Mite Missionary Society of the A. M. E. Church at D-troit, Mich., next week. Mrs. E. H. Hunter, of Norfolk. Va.; Mrs. Dudley, of North Carolina; Mrs. J-nnie Day, Mrs. J. Bouldin and Mrs. A. Bowdin, all of Virginia, will be among others in the delegation, which eaves this city next Tuesday. "THE STAR OF ETHIOPIA" PLEASES Thousands See Beautiful Pageant Presented Under the Direction of Prof. W. E. Washington, October 15.—What Dr. W. E. B. DuBois put into chapters to form his History of the Negro; but recently from the press, he has put into living pictures to form a pageant, "The Star of Ethiopia," presented in Washington on Monday, Wednesday and Friday nights of this week. The stands of the American League Base Ball Park seated the immense crowds that filled the grandstand and the left field bleachers at each performance Directly in front of the central stands were arranged the temples, the sphinx, the altars, and the screens necessary for entrance and exit. One thousand actors including the three companies of the District National Guard represented in five scenes the rise and development of the Negro as a race. Four of the scenes presented symbolically periods of development already past:—Dancing savages terrified by storm and by wild beasts received from God the gift of knowledge of the use of iron which they in turn give to the world as the first impulse to culture. Thru Central Africa showing the splendor and civilization of Egypt and its Pharoahs the second picture ran. Then came the conflict of savage and Mohammedan leaving a weakened Africa which fell a prey to Christian slave traders. In the fourth picture the sound of the tom-toms and shouts of war give way to the clank of chains and plaintive melodies of sorrow songs—for the Negro, a "valley of humiliation." The fifth and last picture brought a triumphant Ethiopia. From the five great river valleys they came and built a tower of light or of civilization. The Mississippi laid the foundation knowledge; the Congo thru her savages added Labor; Nile and Egyptians placed Science on top of this; the Niger, Justice; Orinoko, Art, and as the Capstone of the whole Love was set Above the tower of Light then appeared the star of Freedom, and this was the "Vision Everlasting." The historical truth in the episodes is evident, the symbolism simple and in no sense obscure. The immense stage and its multitude of actors, appealing to the eye chiefly and only secondarily thru music to the ear, is capable of bringing a realization of the glory of Ethiopia more impressively than a drama, more effectively than lifeless moving picture films could possibly do. The one idea that dominates the whole is that the Negro has a past of which he should be proud. His ancestry extends thru slavery in America, but as well thru the splendor of Egypt; and now in America with freedom and knowledge he will win again the position that Egypt held—a place in the sun. APPOINTED REAL ESTATE EXPERT Chicago, October 14.— Edward D. Green, former member of the State Legislature, has been appointed real estate expert for the city. The position pays $2,000 a year. Chief Justice Olson, of the Municipal Court, has been named Maj Franklin A. Denison, of the Eighth Illinois Regiment, as a member of the Crime Commission. PRICE THREE CENTS WILL ASK AID OF CONGRESS Columbia, S. C., October 12.—"The Tuberculosis Negro" was discussed before a large audience of both races at Bethel A. M. E. Church last Friday night. The meeting was held under the auspices of the Southern Tuberculosis Congress, which held its sessions at a leading hotel. The meeting at the church was arranged for the colored people, as the leading spirits in the Congress only wanted the cooperation of the race as far as tuberculosis affected the interests of the Southern white man and the Negro. Different speakers made strange presentations of the various aspects of consumption among colored people. Dr. Thos. Frazier of Asheville, S. C., pointed out that though the death rate from tuberculosis is high among colored people, it is still higher among Indians. He asserted that the disease was not so prevalent among slaves because they usually fled an out-door life. The big death rate among Italian immigrants and the decreasing one among Jews from this disease were also discussed. Southern Tuberculosis Congress Decides To Ask Congress To Aid In Fight Against Joseph Morse, of the faculty of the University of South Carolina, pointed out that the economic aspect of the disease was a potent factor in discussing its lessening. With industrial development, he asserted, would come higher wages and better living conditions. A. T. Stroud explained in detail how he had single-handed produced better living conditions for the colored residents of Titusville, a colored suburb of Norfolk, Va. Employers, he said, make an especial effort to hire residents of this suburb because of the model conditions under which they live. Dr. F. S. Hargraves and Dr. William A. Harris, both colored, made strong talks on the necessity of providing sanitariums for tubercular Negroes and the necessity for the lessening of the death rate from the disease. At the closing session of the Congress Saturday, it was decided to petition the Congress of the United States for money to aid in campaign against tuberculosis. IMPRESSIVE CHURCH EXERCISES Haverhill, Mass., October 13. Impressive dedication exercises for Zion Congregational Church were held last Wednesday night. The exercises were largely attended, and the rostrum was filled with prominent personages. The principal address was delivered by Rev. Dr. Albert Parker Fitch, president of Andover Theological Seminary. A fine musical program was rendered under the direction of Dr., Archibald T. Davidson, organist and choirmaster at Harvard University. Rev. James Altonyer Wright, the present pastor of the church, gave the history of the congregation from its inception in 1896. Rev. Mr. Wright is a native of Baltimore, and received his training at Howard University, Harvard University and Andover Theological Seminary. THE WORD "COLORED" ELIMINATED Cincinnati, O., October 14. Following a protest from Joseph L. Jone, head of the Central Regalia Company, Mayor Frederick S. Siegel has ordered the word "colored" eliminated from the civil service list for prospective city employee. "ALL NEWSPAPER MEN ARE LIARS" Pastor Of Payne Memorial A. M. Church Pours Hot Shot Into The Afro - American Rev. James G. Martin, the energetic and family-loving pastor of Payne Memorial Church, is still nursing his grouch against the Afro-American Ledger, which has existed since he gave a new son-in-law of his a Jack Johnson blow at the closing session of the Christian Endeavor Society of his congregation last June. He was angered then because this journal published the story of his hitting the young man who had only a few days previous quietly married his daughter, and has since lost no opportunity to put newspapers and those responsible for them in the class of undesirable citizens. His irie against the uncoverers of darkness and the unfolders of truth was again aroused last Saturday when he read in the "Booster Knock" column of the Afro-American Ledger a suggestion that Rev. S. D. McDuffie should clear up certain serious allegations that had been made against him in a local monthly publication. Just before introducing Rev. Mr. McDuffie to the congregation at Payne, Memorial Church last Sunday morning, Rev. Mr. Martin is alleged to have begun a tirade against newspapers, denouncing them as liars, etc. At the close of the service of the Christian Endeavor Society in the afternoon, he invited his auditors to come out and hear McDuffie at night, declaring that allegations against him were untrue. He then went on to say, substantially: "I am glad that I am not an editor, associated with one, or a newspaper, because editors, newspapers and reporters are infamous liars. I know that of the Afro-American-Ledger because I have had dealings with it" continued the irate minister, evidently thinking of the time the newspaper published about hitting that son-in-law of pa's. "Put no confidence in the press," he concluded. "but come, hear and see Rev. Mr. McDuffie for yourselves. The crowds have followed Dr. Martin's advice this week, the church being filled nightly with persons anxious to hear the evangelist. It may be added that Dr. Martin has made a successful representative in the Baltimore Conference for the A. M. E. Publishing House, and is nursing a desire to become manager of that concern. In that capacity he would be thrown in constant contact with editors and that class of undesirables, as he would be responsible for the publication of the A. M. E. Church Review and the Christian Recorder. He would also, if manager, be the editor of a column in the Christian Recorder, which, of course, would not be the "Infamous Liar Column." A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN Norfolk, Va, October 15.—A successful campaign to raise $2,000 for the Colored Y. M. C. A. came to an end Wednesday. The work of gathering the money was allotted among teams representing baseball teams striving for the pennant. P. B. Young, editor of the Journal and Guide, was president of the commission; Attorneys Harrison, Davis, the respective presidents of the two big leagues, and R. P. Hamlin, international secretary of the Y. M. C. A., official umpire. STORY OF PHILLIS WHEATLEY POEMS Learned Critics Discuss Slave Girl's Literary Work. VIEWS OF MANY NOTABLES. Well Known New York Book Dealer Publishes Three New Volumes Dealing With Writings of First Poet of the Colored Race In America—Schomburg Wrote Introduction. Charles Fred Heartmann, an antiquarian and bookseller of New York city, has brought out three volumes of luxe dealing with Phillis Wheatley, which collectors and book lovers will appreciate because of their rarity. Mr. Heartmann is a German scholar and a former journalist who has traveled much in Europe and, like a good journalist, has made excellent use of his eyes and ears. He has long had the idea in mind of doing justice to the little African poetess who in her day was lionized by the best class of Americans and the nobility of England, where she made an indelible impression by her talents and genius as a writer of poetry, says John E. Bruce "Grit." There have been several editions of Miss Wheatley's poems published in the United States and in England, but there has been no such attempt made as this of the altaristic German gentleman to give this Negro girl her true place in American literature—that of the first American poetess, for no white woman in this country, so far as we have been able to discover, had achieved any distinction as a writer of either prose or poetry at that period, so that Philis Wheatley was easily first among American literary women of that day. Mr. Arthur A. Schomburg, secretary of the Negro Society For Historical Research, who collaborated with Mr. Heartmann in the compilation of these books, in his introduction to the poems and letters of Phillis Wheatley cites Dr. Samuel Stanhope Smith (1810) in his essay on the variety of complexion and figure in the human species, who said, answering Jefferson's criticisms, that religion had produced a "Phillis Wheatley, but it could not produce a poet" and added that her poems were "below the dignity of criticism." To this Dr. Smith made answer as follows: "The poems of Phillis Wheatley, a poor African slave taught to read by the indulgent ploy of her master, are spoken of with infinite contempt. But I will demand of Mr. Jefferson or any other man who is acquainted with American planters how many of those could have written poems equal to those of Phillis Wheatley" (page 260). Mr. Schomburg further along in his introduction states that many of the poems of this girl were quoted by Thomas Clarkson, the great English abolitionist, in his celebrated Latin essay, which won the first prize at Cambridge, 1785, on "The Slavery and Commerce of the Human Species." He quotes also Lydia Maria Child, who said of her poems: "Jefferson denies that these poems have any merit, but I think he would have judged differently had he been perfectly unprejudiced." It would be indeed absurd to put Phillis Wheatley in competition with Mrs. Hemans, Mary Hewitt, Mrs. Sigourney, Miss Gould and other modern writers, but her productions certainly appear very respectable in comparison with most of the poetry of that day, and a later critic, J. B. Earnest, Jr. M. A., who says: "An excellent little volume of poems by a Negro girl who was a slave in Massachusetts. The work cannot approach the excellence of the poetry written by Paul L. Dunbar, yet it is wonderful poetry for a Negro slave of the eighteenth century." Mr. Jefferson, it appears, did not accept Dr. Smith's challenge. The reasons are obvious. The lord, mayor of London, Mr. Brooke Watson, was so well pleased with Phillis' poems on her visit to England, where she was the guest of the Countess of Huntingdon, to whom she dedicated her book of poems, which was published in 1778, that he presented to her as a mark of his appreciation of her talents a Foulis edition in folio of Milton's "Paradise Lost," which is now the property of the Harvard library. Mr. Schomburg has done well in his introduction and has given as many important facts about Phillis which have not hitherto been put in such compact form. Mr. Heartmann has done even better in making possible these three books about Phillis Wheatley. Civic League Hears Noted Speakers. The North Side Civic league in Pittsburgh continues to direct its activities along the proper lines for racial advancement. It never loses an opportunity to oppose any wrong directed against the race, and in this respect its voice has been heard on several important occasions. It was therefore appropriately in keeping with the league's policy to have as chief speakers at its regular meeting on Friday evening, Oct. S. Attorney R. L. Vann and County Treasurer, F. J. Harris. The addresses of these two able and broad minded men were of much benefit to the members and friends of the league present at the meeting. STUDENTS STUDY FARMING AT WEST VIRGINIA SCHOOL Garden Cultivation at Collegiate Institute Has Many Interesting Features. One of the many interesting features of work for the students at the West Virginia Collegiate institute, aside from their literary studies, is the cultivation of school gardens. These gardens are laid out under the direction of a member of the agricultural faculty. The gardens are cared for by the students of the sophomore normal class under the direction of Mr. A. W. Curtis, director of the agricultural department, and the junior normal and academic students under the direction of Mr. Murray. The experimental plots are given over to the students taking the prescribed agricultural course. The school garden occupies an area of 100 by 150 feet, and this is divided into 100 beds, each 6 by 7 feet. A four foot path runs the entire length of the garden, east and west. Each bed is surrounded by a two foot path on all sides, so as to make it convenient for each bed to be worked by the student without getting on the bed after it has been thoroughly spaded up and otherwise prepared for planting. Each student is required to hand in a report at the end of the spring term covering the operations performed on the plot and the cost of producing the different vegetables in the bed. The wheat plot consists of thirty rows of winter wheat, divided into three parts of ten rows each and treated as follows: The first ten rows are manured with stable manure, the second ten rows untreated, and the last ten rows are treated with acid phosphate fertilizer at the rate of 600 pounds to an acre. This is done to ascertain the effect of different kinds of soil treatment on the crops grown. The grasses grown in the grass plot consist of the following grasses: Canadian blue, anwless brome, tall meadow oat, Italian rye, meadow fescue, timothy, redtop, winter rye, spring oats and Kentucky blue. This experiment was started with a view of determining the adaptation of the various commercial hay and pasture grasses to local conditions and for student practice work. IMPORTANT COMING EVENT. Congress of Mothers and Teachers to Meet at Dallas, Tex. Dallas, Tex.-The big event in this city among our people for the last week in October will be the meeting of the Texas Congress of Mothers' and Parent-Teachers' associations. The object of the congress is to co-operate with parents in working out the problems of home, church and Sunday school in the relation which their children should sustain to these organizations, and vice versa. The association will open on Tuesday morning, Oct. 20, closing on Friday evening, the 29th. A fair and baby show will be held in connection with the general literary exercises. The clubs connected with the congress are requested to send some article of dress or fancy work for exhibition at the fair. Home products, such as canned goods, preserves and recipes for cooking, are also requested by the officers of the association. An effort is being made to increase the membership of the organization. A banner will be awarded to the club reporting the largest number of members, and a prize will also be given to the officer bringing in the largest report of work done along the various lines of activity in the community. Each club is required to pay an annual membership fee of 10 cents for each individual member. Associate members of clubs play 25 cents each. The association covers quite a wide territory, but not as many communities are reached as should be. Some of the most active clubs are the McKinney. Fort Worth, Plano, Dullas and Child Welfare and Mrs. Josie B. Hall of Doyle, Tex. The committee having charge of the program consists of Mrs. Julia C. Frazier, Miss J. Mae Cooper, Miss Martha Watson, Miss Lillie Shaw and Mrs. A. B. Day. Financial Campaign For Alpha Home. The committee in charge of the financial campaign in the interest of the Alpha home, in North Senate avenue, Indianapolis, Ind., is meeting with much encouragement. Interesting meetings have been held at Willis chapel, in Northwest street, at which the public showed its interest in the institution by contributing liberally. Mr. W. A. Kersey, chairman of the committee, says the campaign will continue until a sufficient sum is raised to pay off all the indebtedness of the home. Mr. Kersey hopes to meet all claims against the institution before the end of October. Alexander Again In Editorial Harness. Professor Charles Alexander, formerly of Boston, but who has resided in Los Angeles for the past two years or more, is now editor of the Los Angeles Post. Mr. Alexander was editor and publisher of Alexander's Magazine at Boston before taking up his residence in Los Angeles. He is well known in the east as a lecturer and dramatic reader. Pullman Porters to Establish Home. The Pullman Porters' Benevolent association, with headquarters in New York, has decided to found a home for the aged and dependent men of the service among its active members. Frank C. Fune is treasurer of the association and one of the prime factors in the new movement. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Y. M. C. A. NOTES SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 5 P. M. REV. ALFRED YOUNG will address the Big Men's Meeting Sunday OCT. 17, at 5 p. m., at the Y. M. C. A. building, 1619 Druid Hill avenue. This is a special meeting and Rev. Young will use one of his sensational themes The music will be under the supervision of Mr. Isaac C. Reddie. The campaign committee has secured new books with the latest and best songs used by the leading evangelists of the country, including "Billy Sunday." The personal workers are asked to meet Sunday at the association building at 5 p. m. Everyone who has been appointed by his pastor and every man who wants to do personal work is invited to be present Sunday and get the first instruction for the Big Campaign. Mr. G. Sumner Whyte, will be glad to have the name and address of every man who wishes to join the personal workers' group. The Religious Committee has completed all arrangements for the coming city-wide Evangelistic Campaign. Don't miss the TRAIN Sunday. S. S. ITEACHERS' CLASS. There is conducted at the Y. M. C. A. every Saturday evening at 8 p.m. an Interdenominational Sunday School Teachers' Class. This class is open to both men and women and to all denominations. The Sunday School lesson is explained, canned and outlined by Rev. Arthur D.C. Randall and experienced teacher of Biblical history. It is hoped that the teachers of the Sunday Schools of small churches will avail themselves of this opportunity. PERSONAL WORKERS MEETING The first meeting of the Eva- gelistic Campaign workers will be held Thursday evening, October 21, at 8 p. m., at the Y. M. C. A. building. Every man who A. is interested in the welfare of men and boys, women and girls are invited to be present. Just ten days more and the battle will be on with Dr. A. Clayton Powell, in charge of the Christian forces. WASHINGTON CONCERT ORCHESTRA The Young Men's Christian Association takes this opportunity to announce the return engagement of the Washington Concert Orchestra, of forty musicians under the direction of Prof. Harry A. Williams. The orchestra will appear at Albaugh's Theatre, December 3, at 8 p. m. The name of the leading soloist will be given later. BILLIARD AND CHECKER TOURNAMENT Social and game committee plans to have a Billiard Tournament commencing about November 8, and also a Checker Tournament. These tournaments will be confined to members only and the schedule includes contest with Washington and Philadelphia Associations some time during the winter season. This game is a real tonic for the tired office man and it creates a very helpful social atmosphere. Enroll now. Y.M.C.A. NEWS Hotel Goldfield Regular Dinner 25c. Every Day 11.30 to 3.30 SUNDAY SPECIAL Oysters on Half Shell Olive Celery Roast Turkey Cranberry Sauce Vegetables Home Made Pumpkin Pie 50 Cts. Rev. J. Henry-Dorsey, one of the four colored Catholic priests in this country, has gone to Hirmingham, Ala., after spending the summer in this vicinity. BIG CAMPAIGN The first Laymen's Evangelistic Campaign ever held in Baltimore will be launched October 31, at Bethel A. M. E. Church by the colored branch of the Young Men's Christian Association. Realizing that the success of such campaigns depends upon the music, the speaker and the union of forces, the committee has spared no pains in securing the best experienced musicians in evangelistic work. Mr. Isaac C. Reddie, the singing evangelist, has been secured and he hopes to have a chorus of fifty voices during the entire week. Dr. A. Clayton Powell, one of the most powerful speaker's on the American platform a national character and a real champion for the cause of right. We beg every Christian worker to join hands in this city-wide crusade for the King. BIG COLLECTION CAMPAIGN The Big Collection Campaign will be launched November 18, 1915 at which time every subscriber and friend will be asked to make good their promises, besides make new ones in order that the Association meet the conditions made by Mr. Rosenwald five years ago. An organization of 100 men is now being formed to conduct this cause for Baltimore's greatest enterprise. Did you subscribe to the new Y. M. C. A. Fund? If not, why not? Have you paid your pledge in full? Will you speak to your friend about this pledge? Do you know of any person who would like to subscribe to the fund now? If so, send their names to the office, 1619 Druid Hill avenue. This is our last chance. On December the 1st, the committee plans to give to the press a list of all the subscribers, the amount pledged and the amount paid. The full organization with the chairmen, captains and workers will appear in these columns in the near future. We must have the new Y. M. C. A. building. Alphina Glee Club of the Young Men's Christian Association scores a big success in East Baltimore, Sunday, October 10, at 8 p. m., at Waters A. M. E. Church. The club is composed of about 25 voices and they make a specialty of concert music, both sacred and secular music. Any church desiring to get in touch with this club can do so thru the secretary of Y. M. C. A. WORLD'S RECORD CONTEST The colored Y. M. C. A. of Atlanta, Nashville, New York City and Baltimore will try to establish new records in the collection of funds for a new Y. M. C. A. buildings. Each city has designated November for the final test. The test will go to the city that collects the largest amount of cash in the shortest time. Baltimore excelled in the subscription campaign—why not in the collection campaign. Baltimore leads in population. Which city will lead in cash collections? The religious committee held its regular monthly meeting at the residence of the chairman, George V. Lottier, Tuesday evening, Oct. 12, at 8:30 p. m. After the business session, a social with light refreshments followed. Other committees do likewise. NAZARITES ANNUAL SESSION The annual business session of the Grand Pasture of the Grand United Order of Nazarites will be held at Nazarite Hall next Tuesday night. A summary of the work of the Order during the past year will be made during the evening. The Ministerial Alliance will hold its monthly meeting at Grace Presbyterian Church, Dolphin and Etting streets, Monday. MR. AND MRS. DAVIS AT HOME Prof. and Mrs. Carrington L. Davis, who were married in Kansas City a few weeks ago, were at home to friends at 1821 McCulloh street. A large number of their friends called to wish them long life and happiness. Mrs. Davis was Miss Erma Bruce, a teacher in the Colored High School. A choir singing contest was held at Whatcoat M. F. Church Monday night. Perkins Square Baptist Church won the prize--a hymnal. A quarter from the Order of Moses, and the choirs of the Independent M. E. and Israel Baptist Churches were amon, the other participants. TO THE PEOPLE OF BALTIMORE CITY "I am candidate for the office of State's Attorney to succeed myself. Nearly four years ago I was elected to this office and have earnestly tried to discharge its duties. Upon the record made this candidacy is submitted with the hope that it may be approved by the voters of Baltimore City." FOR STATE'S ATTORNEY Election Tuesday, November 2, 1915 CHARLES E. NORR REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR THE HOUSE OF DELEGATE and Legislative District of Baltic Comprising Wards 10, 11, 14, 16, 20 Election Tuesday, November 2nd, 1915. Polls open 6 a. m. to 5 p. m. NOTICE NOTICE Books Open for Dates=Good Hope H 655 W. LEXINGTON STREET dates for Entertainments Reduced. Before booking d season see us. Patronage Solicited, ward of Directors, Good Hope Hall, Bro. Wm. H. 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Mr. David Ginn visited friends in Snow Hill this week. Mrs. Sarah Wilson left this week to pay a visit to her sister, Mrs. Mary Selby at New Church, Va. Mrs. Bessie Ballard is still on the sick list. Prof. S. H. Long was in Snow Hill looking after business matters. The services at St. John's Church Sunday were largely attended. The pastor, Rev. E. T. Addison, preached morning and night. The choir gave a recital on Monday evening. Among those who took part were Miss Katie Ogden, Miss Beulah Quinn, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Bailey and Prof. O. H. Bond, who made a very timely address. Mr. John E. Gunby, Sr., was in Philadelphia the early part of the weke. Rev. George W. Marshall is spending a few weeks in Crisfield, Md. Messrs. Kinsey Brown and James Pennick, of Crisfield, are here. Mr. Noah Gunby was in Snow Hill the early part of the week. Rev. J.C. Reed, pastor at Shiloh, Md., spent Sunday here with Rev. Dockett and friends. In the afternoon Rev. Reed rendered a most helpful and encouraging sermon; subject "Ye Are the Light of the World." During his sermon the spiritual tide ran high; and we feel justified in saying that with such means Rev. Reed for a spiritual leader we are destined to be even greater than the outlook which has been painted by artists. The funeral of John Barnes, was held at Metropolitan Church Sunday at 2:30 p. m. The services were conducted by Rev. J.W. Dockett, assisted by Rev. Reed and Rev. Robinson. He is survived by a wife two sons and a host of friends. Miss Florence G. Clarke, a graduate of Morgan College annex has accepted a position as teacher in the public schools of Pleasant Valley, Va. Miss Carrie Griffin has accepted her former position as teacher in the public school at Marshall Hall, Md. Misses Wilhelmina Palmer, Elemora Webster and Fredericka Brooks have returned to Manssass school to resume their studies. Mrs. Harry Marshall, of White Plains, was taken to the Columbian Hospital in Washington to be operated upon. DENTON HAPPENINGS Denton, Md., October 14.—Rev. E. O. Plummer of Gross Mission, Calvert county, preached two impressive sermons at Union Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday. The public school opened here on last Tuesday with a large attendance. Miss Anna C. Williams entertained the Young People's Progressive Circle Tuesday night. Mrs. Laura Cooper is quite sick at the home of her brother, Mr. D. Douglass Bailey. Rev. C. W. Boston preached at Bells, Md., Sunday. Mrs. Viola Hunter, of Philadelphia, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Smith. Misses Mary E. and Fannie Williams entertained the Junior Mites. Monday afternoon. CECILTON NOTES Cecilton, Md., October 14.—The Progressive Church Working Club under the management of Mrs. E. L. Harris; gave a very successful block carnival on Wednesday evening October 6. On Friday night the cheerful club, Mr. Emory Siscoe, captain, gave a social in the church hall. Miss Slow, supervisor of the Cecil county schools, paid our town a brief visit last week. Mrs. M. J. Ruley is spending a few days with friends in Philadelphia. Mrs. Mary Miller, of Baltimore, spent a few days visiting her sister, Mrs. Hattie Wallace. Mr. Filmore Beck has returned from a visit to Chestertown, Md. SNOW HILL BRIEFS Snow Hill, Md., October 15. Mrs. Amanda Davis died Wednesday and was buried in the M. E. Cemetery Friday afternoon. Her funeral was preached in the M. E. Church by Dr. Foust. Mrs. Emma Kerr, of New York, Mrs. Ida Whiting of Baltimore and Mr. Walter Boyer of Atlantic City were here last week to attend the funeral of their grandmother, Mrs. Amanda Davis. Miss Helen R. Henry left Monday to spend some time in Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Taylor, of Philadelphia, are here for the winter. Miss Leah Smack and Miss Maggie Henry were the guests of Miss Helen Ruth Henry Friday night. Mrs. Amanda Morris died Sunday and was buried Tuesday afternoon in the Mt. Zion Baptist Cemetery Mr. and Mrs. P. Q. Castle came home from Ocean City, where they had spent the summer. Prof. S. H. Long was in town Saturday on school business. Mr. and Mrs. John Ed Manuel, of Berlin, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Wise Saturday and Sunday. Mr. Henry Smith of Mt. Wesley, who has been quite ill, is much better. Mrs. Lela Turner, of Philadelphia, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Williams. NEWS FROM COCKEYSVILLE Cockeysville, Md., October 14. Miss Beatrice A. Foote and Misses Jessie Tucket spent a few days in Baltimore. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Quickley entertained Mrs. Annie Quickley and Mrs. Mary E. Smith Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. George H. Johnson entertained Miss Shaw at supper Sunday. Mrs. Florence Taylor visited Mr. and Mrs. George Taylor Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johnson were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. Sidney, of Baltimore, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. James Squirrel entertained Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wheadon at dinner Sunday. Mr. Reed Jones met with a very painful injury by having the nail torn from one of his fingers while remaining an automobile. The Woman's Mite Missionary Society of Bazil A. M. E. Church will hold a social Thursday evening, October 21, at Old Fellow's Hall. Miss Grace Tucker and sister, Mrs. Gertrude M. Walker, attended Jack Nelson's dance in Baltimore. Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Foote, of Baltimore, motored out here Sunday. Mr. Moses Quickley, who had a severe attack of gastritis, is able to work again. Miss Edna Foote returned home Monday from Boston, where she has been living for the past year. CARROLL JOTTINGS Carroll, Md., October 14.—Mrs. Barbara Wicks entertained her sisters, Mrs. Georgeanna Tyre and Mrs. Bessie Washington, Monday. Miss Bertha Lewis, of 3146 Leed street, left Friday, of last week for New York where she will spend the winter. Mr. and Mrs. Baker, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Roberts, spent Sunday in Washington. Mrs. Agnes Thomas, of 3115 Lee street, Saturday night for Philadelphia to be the guests of Mrs. Lousia Palmer. Mrs. Henry Kettle of 24 Dorsey Lane, visited Washington Sunday. Mrs. Bessie Washington was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Trye Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. John Pongee left Sunday for Washington. Mrs. Barbara Wicks entertained at home Sunday, Mrs. Emma Cox, Miss Mamie Cox and Miss Marion Brown, of Washington. Philip Ray and William Washington, of Catonsville, were the guests of William Thomas, of 3115 Leeds street Sunday. BERKLEY ITEMS Berkley, Md., October 14.—Rev. Charles Herbert, of Baltimore, had charge of services throughout the day at Hosanna Church Sunday. The suffrage meeting given at Hosanna Schoolhouse Friday night was largely attended. A grand rally will be given by the children of Hosanna Sunday school this Sunday. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER LONG GREEN NEWS Long Green, Md., October 14. The second quarterly conference was held at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church by Dr. D. G. Hill, presiding elder of the Baltimore district. The reports from the various departments of the church were good. Mr. and Mrs. John Boulden entertai ned Mrs. and Mrs. John Cromwell and Rev. W. T. Brown at dinner on Sunday afternoon. After dinner Rev. Brown baptized the little daughters of Mr. and Mrs. John Boulden. Mrs. Laura Hughes, who has been quite sick, is improving. Mrs. Andrew Harvey and children, of Philadelphia, are visiting her mother-in-law, Mrs. Amos Harvey, Sr. The daughter of Mrs. Annie Harris was buried from Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church last Wednesday. Rev. Brown officiated. Mrs. Maggie M. Levere is spending a while with relatives in Baltimore. Miss Lizzie Hawkins spent Sunday at Catonsville. Miss Edna Hawkins is in Baltimore for a few weeks. Miss Maggie Gwynn, who is teaching in Howard county, visited her mother last Sunday and worshipped at Mt. Zion Church. Mrs. Jane Ayers is still improving. Others on the sick list are: Mr. Arch Smith, Mr. James Hawkins. Mrs. Mary Quickley. TRAPPE PERSONALS Trappe, Md., October 14.—Rev. J. C. Bantom of Stockton, Md., preached morning and night at the M. E. Church Sunday. Rev. C. A. Norwood preached at Winters Chapel Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hawkins were the guests of Mrs. Edward Banks Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Scott were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Gibson, Sunday. Mr. Raymond Winston was the guest of Oxford friends Sunday. Mr. John Boston, of Easton was the guest of Misses Malyou and Elsie Roberts Sunday. Mrs. Mamie L. W. Potts is able to be out again. Mr. John Wilson, Nannie Wilson and Georgeanna Wolford are on the sick list. NEWS FROM PERRYMAN. Perryman, Md., October 14.—Sunday was rally day at Sydney Park M. E. Church. The building has been renovated. Rev. C. H. Matthews, of Belair, his choir and congregation were present all day. He preached, and the visiting choir rendered a song service at 3:30 p.m. The officers and members of Sydney Park Church will hold a week's revival. Miss Bertha E. Kell, daughter of Robert and Mary Kell, died on Wednesday of last week. Funeral services were held at Union Chapel on Saturday afternoon. The pastor, Rev. W. H. Kent officiated. Interment in the cemetery adjoining. Messrs. William H. Stansbury George E. Kell and John Christy have returned from Asbury Park, N. J. Sydney Parks School opened on Monday with excellent attendance. Mis Maggie L. Ringgold of New York, spent ten days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emory Ringgold. CRISFIELD NOTES Crisfield, Md., October 14.—A successful rally was held at St. Paul A.M.E. Church Sunday. Rev. U. G. Leeper, of Harribsurg, Pa., filled the pulpit at the morning and evening services and Rev George W. Marshall at night. Rev. E. T Addison, of Pocomoke City, was the guest of Rev. C. A. Williams, pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, a few days ago. Rev. G. T. Townsend, of Hopewell, filled the pulpit at Shiloh M. E. Church Sunday night. The pastor, Rev. J. T. Wallace, preached at Marion in the afternoon. Mrs. Mazie O. Brown has opened a kindergarten at her home, 215 N. 4th street. Rev. S. S. Spriggs will preach at Shiloh M. E. Church Sunday night. Mrs. Maggie Matthew has returned to Baltimore after spending the summer with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Wilson. Miss Sarah Leatherbury, of Oriole, is visiting her brother, Irving Leatherbury. INDIAN HEAD ITEMS Indian Head, Md., October 15. The Home Relief Society which is operated and conducted by the employees at the Naval Proving Reservation will hold its monthly meeting at school No. 4, Wednesday evening. Mrs. Augustus Brown has been indisposed for the past week. Mrs. William Brooks has been suffering from a slight attack of chills. Mr. Wm. Thomas has been unable to work for the past fortnight on account of an attack of malaria fever. The teachers and students of School No. 3 gave a mid-autumn dance Friday, October 15, for the purpose of securing funds for the installation of a Victrola in the school. ANNAPOLIS NOTES Annapolis, Md., October 14. Miss Mary Pinkney entertained a few friends at a card party and a dance Thursday evening. Mrs. Martha Woodland, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Wm. Bates, has returned to Baltimore. William Francis, of Hagerstown spent Sunday with his wife, Mrs. Ella King Francis, who has been very ill. Mrs. Hester Fox is home after spending a week with her uncle, Rev. Samuel Jones, of Elkridge, Md. Samuel Adams, who has been stationed at Charleston; S. C., for several years, is visiting his mother, Mrs. Kate S. Adams. Joseph Allen, a former resident who visited his son, Samuel Allen, for a few days, has returned to Washington. A very successful rally has just closed at Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church. Over $700 was raised. Clarence Allen has returned to Washington after visiting relatives here. Jack Jordan has returned to Washington after visiting J. Albert Adams. Richard Neal was in the city Friday on business pertaining to the coming election. Rev. Page of St. Philips P. E. Church, was married last Wednesday. Rev. McComas preached an eloquent sermon at St. Philip's Church Sunday evening to a large congregation. Charles E. Johnson, Sr., has been confined to his home for some days with the rheumatism. SUCCESSFUL S. S. INSTITUTE Burkittsville, Md., October 14. A successful Sunday school institute was held at the A. M. E. Church a few days ago. Among those who took part in a most interesting program were: J. B. Bruner, Miss Archie Holland, Miss Maud Bell, George A. Whalen, H. Evans and H. Weems. Mr. Whalen declared that thrifty tax-paying citizens were seldom charged with criminal offences. Much of the success of the institute is due to the untiring efforts of Mrs. Gertrude Turner, the superintendent. NEW WINDSOR PERSONALS Mr. Herbert Murdock, of Philadelphia, is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Murdock. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Brown and their little son Henry, of Baltimore, returned home this week, after spending a pleasant summer here. Miss Martha Gassaway spent last Saturday and Sunday with friends at Newport. Miss Agnes Young, of Washington, was the guest of Miss Minnie Brightful this week. Mr. Felix Matthews, of Pittsburgh. Pa., has returned after spending ten days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs Jerry Matthews. Miss Majorie Collins, of Baltimore, who has spent some weeks here, has returned home. BENNINGS, D. C. Bennings, D. C., October 14. Mr. E. Hannucutt and Mr. Smith of Washington, gave an entertainment at Castle Park Tuesday night. Mrs. Julia A. Gross and Charles A. Gross will celebrate their 30th anniversary of their marriage. 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Churches and others having news notices will please have the same in the office by Thursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communication, in the office by noon on Wednesday. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AMERICAN LEGGER, 328 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, MD Advertising rates made know on application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE PRO-AMERICAN CO BALTIMORE, OCT. 16, 1915 A white passenger on the L. and N. railroad out of Louisville, Ky., objected to the presence of three young students enroute to universities in Atlanta, Ga. To satisfy the protesting Southerner, the railroad gave the students a car to themselves all the way to Atlanta. Had these young people been bishops, perhaps they would have been called out and forced to ride in a smoker. "Echoes from the National Baptist Convention"—News Heading. Judging by the confusion of speech that is said to marked the convening of Baptists it is to be doubted if any news article could give the faintest idea of the sounds originally produced. --- Birmingham, Alabama plans to increase interest in Bible Study by giving credit in its public schools for work done in the Sunday School Bible Classes. In the High School the student who attends Sabbath School at last eighteen times a half year is to relieve five percent of his grade in English which is to be added to make a final grade in that subject. Similarly credit is given in elementary school. It is not because great results are expected of this plan, that will cause its operation to be watched with interest, but because it marks a new effort to relate religious teaching to the public school system. It is remarkable as well that Bible instruction is to be counted as increase efficiency in English and not in History. "Burning Ragtime Music and Playing. Cards"—not a fire in a music shop or art store, but one of the features of a revival conducted last week in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, at which time the evangelist, Dr. R. A. Adam made this significant statement: "Often it is true that the biggest shouters are the biggest devils. One good honest day's living for God is worth a thousand shouts and twice as many professions and testimonies. The thirst for knowledge has manifest itself not only in this city in the overcrowding of the elementary schools, which makes part-time classes necessary for the first three grades, but in Savannah, Georgia, where it is estimated fifteen hundred elementary pupils are unable to obtain seats at all. This represents one-fourth of Savannah's colored school population. "HIS SOUL GOES MARCHING ON" Out in Essex county, New York says the Detroit Free Press, seven neglected graves lie enclosed by an iron railing. One of them marked by a crumbling stone is that of John Brown, abolitionist and hero of Harper's Ferry fame, and around him unmarked are those who perished with him, in that last notable raid, among whom are the two colored men, Stephens and Haslett. The graves might yet be forgotten, were it not for the efforts of Byron R. Brewster of Glens Falls, N. Y., who as a boy worked for John Brown, to raise a monument to Brown and those who fell with him. Just fifty-six years ago today, on the night of October 16, 1859, Brown with a hard pull of well armed and resolute companions, overpowered the guard and gained possession of the United States Arsenal at Harpers Ferry, W. Va. His was the idea of effecting slave liberation by arming the slaves and inciting them to rise in revolt against their oppressors. On October 17, Brown's men made prisoners of some of the chief men of the town, but there was no rising of the slaves as had been expected. The Arsenal was retaken next day and the abolitionist, convicted in the courts of murder and treason, sentenced to death by hanging. Historians are now agreed that this Ferry episode marks the point at which it became more and more evident to North and South that a conflict could not be avoided. The example of the abolitionist who placed human liberty above his own safety made the North confident in the justice of its cause. Brown's regard for the Negro was beyond anything that Lincoln ever expressed or did—"Greater love hath no man than this that he lay down his life for his friend." To John Brown then, as much as to any single individual, is due the gratitude and reverence of those who were once bondmen. Whether or not the country accepts the call of the Detroit daily and rescues the grave of this patriot for obscurity, whether or not the nation erects a fitting monument to the memory of a great man, it matters little. What John Brown did will never be forgotten. "John Brown's body lies a mouldering in the grave but his soul goes marching on." For him life was not the highest good, but slavery the greatest evil. "BILL" STEWART—CZAR Some of the folks at Republican City headquarters do not seem to be very well pleased, because the Afro-American Ledger does not endorse Coroner Algire for the position of Register of Wills for Baltimore City. One day this week, at the suggestion of several of the candidates on the ticket, the advertising man called at the headquarters in reference to the same. After making known his business he was insolently told by one "Bill" Stewart, who seemed to be in charge, that unless his paper supported the whole ticket he could get no advertising from the committee. It is just such men as these that have kept the Republican Party in the back ground all these years. It is just this kind of business that has made the Republican Party lose more than one election in this State. Just a little over four years ago the Democratic Party went into power, and Mayor Preston was elected by a few hundred votes, majority simply because just such men as "Bill" Stewart were at the head and controlled the destinies of the Republican Party. Against the expressed wish of the colored people of the city, Timanus was forced on the ticket, the colored people refused to vote for him, and the election was lost. We are very glad to say that the advertising man refused to accept advertising on such grounds. We are glad to state that the Afro-American Ledger, thanks to the colored people of this and other states, is independent enough to do without money from political sources. As is well known this paper has not lost a single issue for the past twenty-four years, and unless the unexpected happens it will not lose an issue for the next twenty-four years. We are not to be coerced into supporting men who deliberately insult the race and then expect they are going to forget all about it and when they are put up to be voted for will go to the polls and shut their eyes and swallow anything the Republicans choose to thrust down their throats. We are opposed to Mr. Algire on principle and hope that every colored man will go to the polls and either vote against him or scratch him off the ticket. We will have more to say on this question later on. New six and eight room houses for sale or rent at Mt. Winans. Modern Conveniences. Apply CHARLES T. PARKER, Mt. Winans, Gilmor 2884. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Indorsement of the candidacy of the Honorable Morris A. Sopher to succeed himself, as Chief Judge of the Supreme Bench of Baltimore City, by the colored members of the Baltimore Bar. To the colored voters of Baltimore City: EHCO MEETING AND DEPUTY'S EL A large number of the S from the various Councils of more and vicinity met at Sa Hall on Thursday night, Sept. 30, 1915. The cause of the gather the annual election of Deputy and Associate Do the Independent Order of S for Baltimore and vicinity trict Deputy Mrs. L. S. provided Judge Morris A. Soper has been on the bench nearly two years, comparatively a short time, but during that period he has displayed, to an unusual degree, those very rare qualities that enter into the making of an acceptable judge. He is in the prime of life, with all of his physical and mental powers alert and active. He is temperamentally constituted for performance of the exacting and responsible duties of the position to which he has been nominated. The proper administration of the law "which hears before it condemns" requires full and particular inquiry. Reasonable opportunity to be heard, without irritability or rush on the part of the presiding judge, is the first step towards justice. Nature has endowed Judge Soper with splendid gifts of head and heart; training, education and association with mankind generally have expanded those powers and so nicely balanced them that it may be truly said, he embodies the judicial poise to a remarkable degree. The almost unanimous verdict of the entire bar is that his rulings have been uniformly impartial and fair and have exhibited a profound knowledge of the law. His deportment—his life measures up to the highest standard set for the individual citizen and his whole professional career reflects abundant credit upon the loftiest traditions of the bench and bar. He is, to our minds, the ideal agency, that the law contemplates, for the administration of justice. Connected however, with Judge Soper's candidacy is another matter of grave importance. Beginning far back with the 'new-judge-movement,' the colored voters of this city have taken an active and creditable part in every movement that has had for its object the divorcement of the judiciary from ordinary politics. They have rigorously adhered to the idea that, if good government is to be ever fully realized, it must come largely through an intelligent, incorruptible and fearless judiciary. Thus, some years ago, when former Chief Judge Harlan, of the Supreme Bench, was a candidate, on the Democratic ticket to succeed himself, the colored members of the bar did not hesitate to indorse his honorable record nor to submit favorably his candidacy to the colored voters of Baltimore City. It happens, in this instance, that Judge Soper is a Republican and a candidate on the Republican ticket. For these reasons, we cordially indorse the candidacy of Judge Soper for Chief Judge of the Supreme Bench to succeed himself and commend him to the favorable consideration of the colored voters of Baltimore City. WARNER T. McGUINN C. C. FITZGERALD HARRY S. CUMMINGS JAMES H. HAMMOND WILLIAM C. McCARD CLARKE L. SMITH E. JACKSON GEO. W.F. MMECHEN W. ASHBIE HAWKINS ROY C. BOND JOHN L. DOZIER BIRTHDAY RECEPTION A grand birthday reception was given on last Monday, October 11th in honor of Mr. Charles H. Mason, age 52 years, at his residence, 824 Lemon street. A very pleasant evening was spent. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Chew, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hanley, Mrs. Mahala Smith, Mrs. May Francis Bethel, Mrs. Beatrice Bethel, Mrs. Jennie Delehay, Miss Dora Hammond and Mrs. Rachel Doughty. DEATH OF AN AGED CITIZEN Mr. Charles Robinson, aged 65, died at the Soldiers' Home, Hampton, Va., Sunday October 3rd, after a short illness. His funeral took place from the Soldiers' Home, Wednesday morning. He is survived by his three sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Coates, Mrs. Caroline Tilghman and Mrs. Harriet Bell and one brother, Joseph Robinson. The eighteenth anniversary of the Maryland Colored Baptist State Convention will be the occasion or special exercises at Ebenezer Baptist Church, East Twenty-third street, Monday night. Rev. William I. Johnson is president of the convention. A large number of the St. Lukes from the various Councils of Baltimore and vicinity met at Samaritan Hall on Thursday night, September 30, 1915. The cause of the gathering was the annual election of District Deputy and Associate Deputy of the Independent Order of St. Luke, for Baltimore and vicinity. District Deputy Mrs. L. S. Henry presided. The early part of the meetings was an Echo of the 48th Annual Convention I. O. St. Luke, held in Richmond August 17-20. Excellent reports of the R. W. G. session were read by Mrs. Mildred McCormick, R. W. G. Inside Sentinel, and by Degree Chiefs P. B. Brock and D. B. Snowden. Each speaking from his own viewpoint gave the district convention a clear account of his own impressions, and all stressed certain important features for the good and welfare of the Order. After the reports of delegates to the R. W. G. Council had been rendered, and reports, the presiding officer declared the meeting ready for the special order of the evening, i. e. Election of Deputies. District Deputy I. S. Henry rendered an encouraging report of the year's work. Committee on credentials was appointed. Twenty-one delegates reported representing eight Councils, Proxies were elected for the three absentees, completing the roll of delegates. The election was a stormy one, provoking much spirited discussion. Two nominations were offered for District Deputy, four for Associate District Deputy, and two each for District Secretary and Reporter. In each of the latter cases one of the persons declined election in favor of his opponent. The election resulted as follows: District Deputy, Daniel B. Snowden, Monumental City Council 1011; Associate District Deputy, Perry B. Brock, Baltimore, Bethel Council No. 550; District Secretary, Sarah R. Jackson, Baltimore, Bethel Council 550, Reporter, Emma L. Smith, Smith Faith Council 869. The new officers were introduced and each in a few fitting words pledged themselves to the Order and its interests. The meeting adjourned subject to call of District Deputy, D. B. Snowden. The following officers have been appointed by the District Deputy: Chaplain, John Smith, Eastern Star 1030, Marshall, C. Edward Gillett, Layne's Excelsior 773. The mass meeting and rally will be held at John Wesley Church, Sharp and Montgomery streets Tuesday night November 30, 1915, Dr. Lyon, Pastor. Adv. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Contrary to reports that have been circulated, that I have discharged some of the members of my orchestra and now have under me an entirely new organization. I wish to state that the following members compose the personell of my orchestra: Joseph Porter, banjo-mandolin, and cello; Charles Collins, violin, and banjo-mandolin; Paul Harris, violin and banjo-mandolin; S. Geo. Mason, violin; C. Young, base-violin; Charles Addison, cornet; Preston Duncan, cornet; Clifton Davis, cornet; Teroye Williams, trombone; C. Jones, flute and piccolo; Joe Jones, traps; Dorsey Palmer, traps; John Chase, traps; Eubie Blake, pianist and two assistant pianists. Charles Addison,secretary;Joseph Porter, vocal teacher and assistant manager;Eubie Blake, manager and director. For any information or dates apply to J. EUBIE BLAKE, 915 Rutland avenue. ATHLETIC CLASS FOR WOMEN Athletic Class for Women will be held every Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m., in the Sunday School rooms of the Madison Street Presbyterian Church. Miss Gladys Washington, graduate of Sargeant School, Boston, Mass., instructor. This class is for girls also. RESIGNS AS DISTRICT DEPUTY Mrs. Lavinia S. Henry, who held the office as the District Deputy of I. O. of St. Luke in this city for the past year, declined this office at the meeting of the District Convention held on September 30, 1915, and has been appointed by the R. W. Grand Council of Richmond, Va., as Special Commissioned and Organizing Deputy, in this city. Any one desiring any information of the Order, write or call to 1108 N. Carey street, Mrs. Josephine Handy, beloved daughter of William Jackson, departed this life October 8, 1915 at Centerville, Md. She leaves a devoted daughter, two sisters and three brothers to mourn their loss. To all persons interested in Orphans: That: The Woman's Auxiliary of the Maryland Home for Friendless Colored Children, will hold a Donation and Outing Day on Saturday, October 28, 1915. That: You are cordially invited to participate. That: Donations are asked of everyone of such articles as are mentioned below. That: There are forty children in this Home, from 3 to 12 years of age. That: These children are provided with food, shelter, clothing and schooling, are well trained from January 1 to December 31, of each year. That: This is the people's Home as its name implies and as an inspection of the names constituting the Board of Managers will certify. That: You are requested to send your donations to St. James Church corner of Park avenue and Preston street, October 22, between the hours of 3 and 7 p. m. That: Drs. Terrell and McNeil, corner of N. Carey and Presstman streets will allow the Auxiliary window space for storing donations during the week of October 18 to 23. If that is the more convenient corner to you, send your donations there with name written on package. That: Automobile (observation cars) will convey you to the Home, starting from St. James Church at 1 p. m., October 23. Round trip 50 cents. That: Each visitor will be a guest at dinner. That: You are requested to notify Miss M. A. Bennett, 1361 N. Calhoun street of your intention to accompany the party, by Monday, October 18. That: Your presents will benefit the children in the Home; and your presence will give them a never-to-be-forgotten pleasure. That: The country is most inviting at this time "October is pleasanter than May." That: The Auxiliary will thank you and He who said, "Feed my lambs," will reward you. That: you are asked to give:— Cereals, groceries, salt meats, soap, canned goods, cured fish, preserves, sugar, caps, stockings, bed linen, towels. Other articles useful to boys from 3 to 12 years of age. The Auxiliary: M. A. Bennett chairman. Committee: Miss M. A. Bennett, Miss Sedonia Chambers, Mrs. N. G. Bragg, Mrs. Henrietta Roholt, Miss Lottie M. L. Downs, Mrs. J. B. Giles, Mrs. M. Urana Ross, Mrs. Nina Brooks, Miss Evelyn Mackell. REV. WHITTAKER OUSTED Rev. George H. Whittaker, formerly a member of the United Christian Church Association, has been disacknowledged as a minister of Christ at a judicial conference held October 5th, at Mt. Olive United Christian Church, Eutaw and Hamburg streets, under the auspices of Rev. J. M. Stevens, D. D. Bishop. The charges were contempt and rebellious conduct. We pray that he may repent.—Ad. BOARD EXTENDS THANKS The board of control of the Aged Men and Women's Home of the Washington Conference of the M. E. Church, located at 1622 Druid Hill avenue, take this means to extend thanks and appreciation for the efficient work done by the different churches and friends at the Block Carnival held for the benefit of the Home, July 26 to 31, at which time the sum of $108, was realized. The following churches were represented: John Wesley, Mrs. Ida W. Norris, chairlady; Sharp Street M.E. Church, Mrs.Estelle C.Young, chairlady; Metropolitan, Mrs. Caroline Owens, chairlady; Centennial, Mary Robinson, chairlady; Asbury, Mrs. Lillie Ellis, chairlady; Ebenezer A. M. E. Mrs. Ella Scott, chairlady; Waters A. M E. Mrs. Banks, chairlady; St. Matthews, Mrs. Green, chairlady; United Women, Mrs. Maggie Parker, chairlady; St. Paul, Mrs. Mary Washington, chairlady; Home table, Mr. John Toadwin, chairman; Lend-a-Hand Circle, Mrs. Lottie Spriggs, chairman. Mr. John Toadwin, chairman of Block Carnival; Rev. N. M. Carroll, president of the board of control; Mrs. Lillie Ellis, secretary. GRANTED A DIVORCE Judge Duncan, of the Circu t Court of Baltimore county, has granted an absolute divorce to Mrs. Annie L. Lee, of Govan, from her husband, William L. Lee, of Baltimore. Clarke L. Smith, of this city, was attorney for Mrs. Lee. SPECIAL NOTICES NOTICE-On and after November 1, 1915 the barbershop of Wm. Johnson, 544 W. Lanvale street, will open at 7:30 a. m. and close at 9:00 p. m. On Saturday will close at 11:30 MT. CALVARY A. M. E. CHURCH Rev. James Pritchett, pastor. The Village Camp at Mt. Calvary Church will close its five-week meeting Sunday, October 17, 1915. All are welcome, come and have a good time with us as you have dur- ing our meeting. Any car will transfer to the Mt. Hollie car get off at the Windsor Mill Road and there will be carriages to take you to the grove for 5 cents. Pythian Day Pythian Day November 1st and 15th, at St. John A. M. E. Church, Lexington street near Pine, Rev. P. W. Wortham, pastor. Three prizes will be awarded to the Lodge or Court of Calanthe bringing the largest number of members and the largest contribution. First prize $25, silver cup; second prize, Pythian gold button; third prize, handsome Past Grand W. C. Jewel. Let every member get busy and try to win a prize. 50 Voices 50 Voices The Beautiful City will be rendered at Whatcoat M. E. Church, Franklin and Pine streets, Monday, October 18, 1915, under the direction of Mme. Helen A. Cooper, Beautiful decorations, inspiring music, calcium lights, etc. Admission 10 cents. Rev. S. R. Hughes, A. M., Pastor. SPECIAL NOTICE All members of the Evening Star Lodge, 1373 G. U. O. of Odd Fellows are hereby notified that they have moved from the O. F. Hall on E. Lexington street to the New Odd Fellow's Hall, 549 W. Biddle street. Will meet the second and fourth Friday in each month. Please attend your meetings. The Maryland Grand Council B. and S. of Job will have their extra session Friday night, October 23, 1915, at Asbury Hall, East Lexington street, for the purpose of nominating officers for the ensuing year. All members are requested to be present and also to adjust their accounts. By order W. H. Saunders, G. M. W. H. Burke, G. Sec. The Ministerial Alliance meets in Grace Presbyterian Church, Monday, Oct. 18, at 11 a.m. Presiding, Rev. D. R. Powell; essayist, Rev. S. H. Norwood, subject "Is Organized Church Unity Desirable?" Excelsior Lodge No. 6 K. of P. will have a sermon preached to them Sunday evening, Oct. 17, 1915, at 7:30. All the lodges are cordially invited to be present, at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, Montgomery, between Hanover and Charles street. I. N. Ross, pastor. NOTICE—To all members and friends of the Order of Galilean Fishermen that there will be afternoon services called Women's Day in the Galilean Temple, Sunday October 17, at 3 o'clock. Music by Moses choir under the Ladies' Auxiliary. All invited. President, Mrs. Ella Freeland; Vice President, Mrs. Cora Dorsey; Secretary, Mrs. Jennie W. Lallen. Sixth Annual Woman's Day at Eastern M. E. Church, McElderry street, Sunday, October 24, 1915. 9 a. m., Union Class Meeting led by Sister Sadie Henson and, Sister Lizzie Nichols. 11 a. m., Sermon by Mrs. Mary F. Bond, evangelist A.M.E. Church. 3 p. m., Sermon by Mrs. Edith Brooks. 6 p. m., Epworth League special program. 8 p. m., Platform meeting, Mrs. Maggie Parker of Sharp St. Memorial M. E. Church, chairman of the meeting; Mrs. Josephine Kier, president; Mrs. Anna M. Hammond, secretary; Rev. Alfred Young, pa pastor. Prof. William Holland will introduce the following Modern Dances of today: Polka Skip, the Step Out, the Wind Up, the One Step, the Castle Walk, the Promanade. In order to dance do not wriggle the shoulders, do not shake the hips, do not twist the body, do not flounce elbows, do not pump the arms, do not hop, but glide instead in order to dance gracefully and comfortably. This is the way to dance. Adv. FOR RENT—Front 3rd story room, 1700 block Druid Hill avenue. Apply 628 N. Eutaw street. Coats $2.50 to $15.00, Values up to $25.00 Suits, 5.00 to 18.50, Values up to $35.00 Skirts, 69c. to 500, Values up to $10.00 Dresses 4.95 to 11.50, Values up to $22.50 Waists .49c. to 4.95, Values up to $7.50 Also great reductions on all other apparels Whether you are in need of anything today or not it wil pay you to come in and look over our stock and you will be convinced that we do not exaggerate on the above values. We Manufacture most of our garments which enables us to offer such GREAT REDUCTIONS The Ready-to-Wear Shop 1356 W. North Avenue Next door to Moving Picture Parlor, opposite Etting Street "NEAR YOUR HOME" Moving Picture Theatres. CLINTON JOHNSON, President CHARLES FORMAN; T. easurer RENARD THEATRE We coldm advertise our reputation and pictures advertise themselves; but just FACTS TO THE PUBLIC: This business is owned, managed and operated strictly BY AND FOR COLORED PEOPLE from the operating booth to the ticket office. PATHE GOLD ROOSTER PLAYS Will insure our future success. Positively the best pictures that can be made Following is a list of good pictures that can be an exceptional treat to our patrons DUKING OCTOBER NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER. Beginning with NEAL OF THE NAVY, Tuesday, October 12 Saturday, October 30, VIA WIRELESS An All Star Cast Sat. Nov. 6. SIMON THE JESTER Sat. Nov. 13. THE SPENDER Sat. Nov. 20 THE CLOSING NET ALL GOLD ROOSTER PLAYS Friday October 29th the Renard Presents J. RUFUS WALLINGFORD FEATURING BURR McINTOSH, MAX FINMAN and LOLITA TOBERTSON This Picture will be shown EVERY FRIDAY. How can you miss this treat. High Class, Refined and Up-to-date Continuous Performance 1 to 11.30 p.m. Come in the afternoon and avoid the crowd Admission 5 Cents at the Renard. That's All WILL PRESENT THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 18th A Special Selection of the Most Interesting Thrilling, Sensational and Exciting Pictures ever shown id this City Special Comedies every night in addition to Feature Attractions Hundreds unable to obtain admission last week on account of the overwhelming crowds. You should take advantage and come EARLY THIS WEEK OPEN 6.30 P.M. 5 CENTS ADMISSION TO ALL AT ALL TIMES H. S. BOONE and J. R. JONES, Managers WANTED 500 Persons To witness a Grand Musical and Literary Program celebrating the Home Coming and Reopening of Ebenezer A. M. E. Sunday School Sunday, October 24th, 1915, 2:30 p. m. at which time some of Baltimore's best talent will appear. Fulk Orchestra in attendance. Mrs. Gertrude Hill, Chairlady Charles Tolson, Superintendent Wm. H. Camphor, Secretary Rev. I. N. Ross. Pastor FOR SALE OR RENT FOR SALE—Two 2-story houses 1900 block White street in first class condition. Can be bought on easy terms. Apply 1415 Myrtle avenue or phone Mad. 3664 Y. MOORE'S RESTAURANT Druid Hill Ave. & Oxford St. Sunday, October 17th Boiled or Roast Dinners, 25c. Poultry Dinners, 35c. FOR RENT—Furnished or unfurnished rooms for rent. Apply 732 W. Saratoga street. FOR SALE—Two story house in the 500 block Gold street. Six rooms and bath sewerage connected Price $1,150; terms $100 cash, balance as rent. Can be seen at any time. Apply 1415 Myrtle avenue. FOR SALE—Two story house,six rooms and bath, 500 block Gold street, sewer connection. Easy terms. Apply to J. Welsch, 11 E. Fayette street. Phone: St. Paul 2370. Second and Third floor flat for rent, private bath, hot and cold water, terms reasonable. 414 N. Gilmor street. FOR SALE—3 story house in the 1300 block Argyle avenue, 10 rooms and bath can be bought on easy terms. Apply to A. L. JOHNSON, 1415 Mrytle avenue. Thursday, October 28 Friday, October 29th Sunday, October 31, 3 p. m., Closing Meeting. Annual Reception, Monday, November 1 at 8 P. M. at the Y. W. C. A., 1200 Druid Hill Avenue. Inspiring Music under direction of Mme. Helen Cooper Splendid Addresses by Prominent Women. Mrs. Mary F. Handy, President Miss Ida R. Cummings, Vice President Mrs. Lacy Penn, Rec. Sec'y Mrs. Estelle Young, Cor. Sec'y. Mrs. Susie E. Ross, Treasurer Mrs. Martha Thompson, Chr. Ways & Means Mrs. M. L. McGuinn, Chr. Ex.Board Welcome Home Welcome Home 1890 1910 Peck's Chapter No. 3793, Epworth League OF ASBURY M, E. CHURCH, Lexington and East Streets Cordially invites you to participate in the celebration of their 25TH ANNIVERSARY EVERY SUNDAY IN OCTOBER AT 5 P. M. Special Program each Sunday Full Orchestra in Attendance Sunday, October 17, Program in charge of The Violet Leaf Social October 24, 5 p. m., Epworth League Day Program furnished by representatives of local Chapters, Christian Endeavors and B. Y. P. Unions 8 p. m., Sermon by Prof. Pickens of Morgan College to all Leagues October 31, Program in charge of Counts Club All Clubs are invited Julian W. Ross, Pres. Mrs. C. M. Jones, 4th Vice Pres, Rev. Geo. E. Curry, Pastor. BIG MASQUERADE DANCE Give n by the Wednesday Evening Dancing Class AT GALILEAN FISHERMEN'S HALL FRIDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 29th FROM 8 P. M. TO 2 A. M. Music by Kerr's Society Orchestra ADMISSION AT THE DOOR 25 CENTS THE COLORED EMPLOYEES OF JOEL GUTMAN & CO. ANNOUNCER THEIR FIRST ANNUAL MOON DANCE AT THE GALILEAN FISHERMEN AUDITORIUM FRIDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 22, 1915 Dr. Kerr's Celebrated Orchestra in Attendance TICKETS 25 CENTS Charles Tolson, Superintendent Rev. I. N. Ross. Pastor MOORE'S RESTAURANT THE HUNTSMEN'S BAND WILL GIVE THEIR FIRST BALL OF THE SEASON At Odd Fellows Hall, Winters Avenue, Catonsville THURSDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 21st, 1915 ADMISSION 25 CENTS Druid Hill Ave. & Oxford St. Sunday, October 17th Boiled or Roast Dinners, 25c. Poultry Dinners, 35c. Cold Slaw Sliced Tomatoes French Dressing Mayonnaise SOUPS Chicken Southern Style ENTREE Broiled Blue Fish Sauce Matre Dhote ROAST MEATS Prime Ribs Beef Au Jus Stewed Chicken Supreme Sauce Ham With Spinach Roast Domestic Duck, A. S. Select 3 VEGETABLES Select 3 Au Gratin Potatoes Fried Parsnips Stewed Tomatoes Lima Beans Fried Sweets Green Peas Fresh Spinach SALAD Celery Salad Mayonnaise DESSEKT Tapico Pudding Cottage Pudding Wine Sauce Cut Peaches With Cream Tea or Coffee CALL AGAIN Regular Dinner Served Daily WANTED—50 Brickyard Laborers. Apply at Burns and Russel Bickyard at Dundalk Junction. Take Sparrows Point Car. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER S1. PAUL M. E. CHURCH Saratoga St., near Carrollton Avenue Rev. S. A. Virgil, Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor, sub- ject: "The Valley of Dry Bones." 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor to the Pink Carnation Social, All members will please wear their pink. Annual Convention of the Federation of Christian Women of Maryland. Everybody come early. AMES MEMORIAL M.E. CHURCH Carey and Baker-Streets Rev. A. J. Mitchell, D. D., Pastor Parsonage 1363 N. Calhoun St. Fifth, ninth Anniversary 11 a. m., sermon by the Pastor. Subject: "The Women's Place in the Forward Movement." 2 30 p. m., Sunday School Henry Johnson, Supt. 4 p. m., Women's Service, under the auspices of the Federation of Christian Women, Mrs. Mary F. Handy, presiding. Full female choir 5 30 p. m., League service. Junior League reopening. Special program. 8 00 p. m., Annual Sermon to the United Order of Odd Fellows, by the Pastor. Monday, Oct. 18th. all members of Monday Classes urged to be present. Tuesday, Oct. 19th, Dr. John A. Holmes, of Metropolitan, choir and congregation. Jewel Circle. Wednesday, Oct. 20th, St. John's A. M. E. Church,lev P. W. Wortham, Pastor. Music by St. John's choir. Floral Circle. This Sunday, October 17th, 1915, at 2.30 P.M. All members and friends are most cordially invited to be present at this Home Coming. Thursday, Oct. 21st, Local Preachers' Meeting. All local preachers of Baltimore and vicinity inviied. Children's church every Friday, 4.30. Boy Scouts every Friday 7.30. Prayer meeting, Friday night Special Program Exercise "Our Day" Recitation Physical Exercise by the Primary Class Recitation Selection by the Metropolitan Singing Society Address Primary--Beginners Nellie Brown Harriet Tanner Mr. Eldridge Jones CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Streets Rev. N. M. Carroll, D. D., Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. John A. Jackson. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., Rev. Matthias Williams of Mt. Zion Church. Choir and congregation are invited. 5 p. m., Enworth League 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Close of the great Revival. One hundred and ten conversions. Class meeting during the week. Every member invited. Subject: What Will The People Say Violin and Plano Duett Leroy Davage and John Davoge, Jr. Solo Dr. O. D. Jones Selection by the Metropolitan Singing Society Orchestral Music Mr. Edward Barnett, Leader ASBURY M. E. CHURCH East and Lexington Sts. Rev. George E. Curry, Pastor. Residence: 1830 E. Eager St. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. J. H. Wilson. 2.30 p. m., Rally Day in Sunday School. Mr. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Evangelistic services every nigh next week. Every one cordially invited. WHATCOAT M. E. CHURCH Franklin and Pine Streets Rev. S. R. Hughes, A. M., Pastor Parsonage, 1421 Argyle Avenue Something new, every Sunday. 11 a. m., Preaching by the Pastor. 3 p. m., Sunday School Anniversary. Sermon by the Rev. Ida Nelson. W. C. Tongue, Supt. 4 p. m., Class No. 5 J. W. Gibson, Leader 5 p. m., Epworth League. 7.30 p. m., Prayer and Praise Services. 18 p. m., Sermon by Rev. B. F. Clarke- son. Monday night, "the Beautiful City." Mme. Helen Cooper. Address by Dr. Wednesday night, all Societies of the city and ushers. Friday night, Public School Evening. Prof. Howard Gross, presiding. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCE Delphin and Etting Streets Dolphin and Loving Breeds Rev. M. J. Naylor, D. D., Pastor 10 a. m., Bible Class. T. H. Smith, Instructor. 11.30 a. m., preaching by Pastor. 2 p. m., Sunday School. M. Q. Dorsey, Supt. 4.30 p. m., Bible Class. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. C. A. Johnson. ST. MARKS INDEPENDENT. M. E. CHURCH 837 Stirling Street. Rev. John B. Watkins, Pastor. Residence: 631 Stirling St. 11 a. m., Special Sermon by the Pastor or Stranger. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 6 p. m., Young People's Meeting. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. Asbury Conley. Wednesday night, Class. Friday night, Prayer Meeting. Good music. Everybody welcome. 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., Eoworth League. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. Nathan Johnson. Everybody welcome. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton St. near W. Baltimore St Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor 10 a. m. Class. 11 a. m., Preaching by Rev. W. K. Johnson. 2 30 p. m., Sunday School. 6 30 p. m., Christian Endeavor. 8 p. m., Special Sermon by Rev. J. O. Custia to the Palm Leaf Social. Mrs. Hattie Woods, Pres. C. B. T. H. McGowan, Sept Annual Rally of Bishop J. Albert Johnson Penny Club WILLING WORKERS DAY C. Y, W. C. A.—You are cordially invited to a special service by the Willing Workers of the Association, Sunday, Oct. 17th, 5 to 6 p. m. Rev. H. H. Brooks, of Hullsville Mission, will make an address. A solo will be rendered by Mr. J. Newton I. ill. Piano solo by Mr. J. Irvin Hughes. Vocal solo by Miss Maria Hill. Mrs. Mary G. Huphea will preside. By Miss Clara W. Stanley, Noted Singer & Pianist And her JUNIOR CHOIR at ST, PAUL M. E. CHURCH THURSDAY NIGHT, AUGUST 21st, 1915 Auspices Valentine Chapter, Epworth League Thos. H. Tildon, President Mrs. M. J. Camper, Chairman Rev. S. A. Virgil, Pastor Miss Charlotte Davage, Press. Miss K. E. Bright, Secretary. Mrs. H. C. Smith, Genl. Secv. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Montgomery St., near Charles Rev. L. N. Ross, Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by Pastor. 2 30 p. m., Sabbath School. 3.30 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 8 p. m., Special Sermon by Pastor. All are welcome. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Lanvale Street Rev. J. W. Sanders, D. D., Pastor. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sabbath School. 6 30 p. m., A. C. E. League. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carlton Streets Rev. P. J. Jordan, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. You are cordially invited to be present both parents and scholars. 4.80 p. m., Allen C. E. League. Good singing and music. 8 p. m., Sermon by Rev. L. S. Flagg. We invite strangers to visit us. Wm. Butler, Pres. A. C. E. L. H. D. Brent, Supt. S. S. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle Street Rev. S. M. Johnson, D. D., Pastor Autumn Carnival and Harvest Home Service. 6.30 a. m., Early Service. Solomon Holmes, Leader. 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor or Substitute. 3.80 p. m., Sermon by Dr. C., H. Stepteau, Pastor of Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, Washington, D. D., to the J. Albert Jenifer Penny Club. 6.30 p. m., A. C. E. League. 7.80 p. m., Sermon by Rev. W. N. Holt, D. D., the great Evangelist. W. L. Wilson, president A. C. E. L. T. J. Holliday, Supt. Lexington Street near Pine Rev. P. W. Wortham, D. D., Pasto 634 George Street 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sabbath School. 6 p. m., A. C. E League. 8 p. m., Special Sermon by Pastor. Dr. J. C. Stewart, Pres. of A.C.E.L. Charles Oliver, Supt. PAYNE MEM. A. M. E. CHURC Laurens and Calhoun Streets Rev. James C. Martin, Pastor Personage 1342 Calhoun St. Parsonage, 1842 Cainton St. 11 a. m., Sermon by Evangelist S. Donglass McDuffie. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 4 p. m., Young People's program. Address by Miss Marie Madre, the noted woman lawyer of Washington, D. D. Revival services every night during the week. FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. B. CHURCH Cor. Orchard and Tessier Streets Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor Parsonage: 1232 Argyle Ave. 11 a. m., Preaching by Pastor. 2.80 p. m., Sunday School. 4 p. m. Class meeting. 8 p. m., Preaching by the Pastor. Wednesday night Class. Everybody is welcome to our services Frederick Dabney, Sec'y. G. H. Hanley, Treas. Spring Street near McElderdy Rev Luther F. Smith, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. C. H. Smothers. 2 p. m., Sabbath School. 7 p. m., Spencer's League. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Class Meeting Tuesday nights. Friday night, Prayer Meeting. All welcome. MT. CALVAKY FIRST INDEPENDENT DENT M. E. CHURCH GAILLEAN FISHERMEN HALL Biddle St., pear. Madison Ave. Reagan St., L. Williams. Pastor Pavidances 614, W. Biddle St. Resident 11 a. m., Special Sermon by the Pastor, subject: "I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. All child- ren invited. 4 p. m., Class, James Moore, leader. 8 p. m., Special Sermon by the Pastor, subject: "Come and see the Works of God. Good music. Everybody welcome. Bro. Walter Howard, Church Clerk. Bro. Richard Johnson, Chorister Bro. Raymond Carter, Secretary of the Official Board. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Aisquith Street near Orleans Rev. A. L. Gaines, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by the Pastor, sub- ject: "Elisha Smiting the Syrians" 2.30 p. m., Sunday School Session. 5.45 p. m., Allen C. E. League. 8 p. m., Sacred Concert by the Junior Choir assisted by other talent. Miss Mamia Woolford, Pres. J. E. Waters, Supt. CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Dr. G. W. Kennard, Pastor 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev Washington. 2.80 p. m., Sunday School. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. GREAT DAY AT STAR OF BETHLEHEM A. M. R. CHURCH Ridgely St. Mt. Winans Rev. Samuel T. Cmftord, Pastor. 10.30 a.m., Class. 11 a.m., Sermon by Rev. S. D. McDuffie, the great Evangelist. 2.30 p.m., Sunday School. 3 p.m., Special Sermon by the, Pastor to the Syracuse Co., No. 10, U. R., K. of P., Capt. Chas. Johnson, Capt. 8 p.m., Sermon by Rev. J. W., Norris, D. D., Presiding Elder. All are invited to come all day. R. Ellsworth Hill, Supt. SAINT PHILIP'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Eden St., near Jefferson Confirmation Sunday, Oct. 17th, at 11 a.m. and 8 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 24th, at 8 p.m., Holy Communion. STILL N STATE OF MISSOURI Attends The North Missouri Conference And Meets Many Prominent Ministers While There. S. Louis, Mo.—You can see from this letter that I am still in this world and if I were not here I would be in another part of the world and I have been in another part as it is, and I am still moving just the same. It strikes me that I was in Kansas City when I took my pen in had to write to you last week. I had just reached there from St. Joseph. In St. Joseph I had the pleasure of attending the session of the North Missouri Conference. I had something to say about Prof. J. R. E. Lee, but I did not say much about Prof. J. M. Marquess, and will not have time this week to say much about him. He is at the head of the high school here and has made a good head piece. But there is a man in Kansas City who is a marvel to the world, and he is Rev. D. A. Holmes, pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist Church. This church is one of the leading churches there, and was started by Rev. E. Arlington Wilson, D. D., who is pastoring a church in Muskogee, Okla. Dr. Wilson is just a great big preacher, but I started out to tell you a few things about Rev. Holmes. He found the foundation already for planting the church on it, so he called the people together and declared the church must go up, and told them just what was needed. They heard him, and responded to his call. The church is right now to the place for a top and it will be put on and the church occupied in December. It will cost $22,500 and every cent has been paid up to date. Rev. Holmes is not the best looking man in the world, but he is a worker. I had the pleasure of meeting Nick Chiles, editor of the Topeka Plaindealer. He says that it is his aim to deal with the people in a plain way, and that is where he got the name for his paper. He was visiting Kansas City. Out of Kansas City on to Lawrence to see the Baptist hold their big State Convention and it was some convention. It was presided over by Rev. W. A. Bowen, D. D., of Kansas City, Kans. I will not take time to tell you about him. But the convention to a man stood by him. The whole state of Kansas has declared for the National Baptist Convention, and Dr. E. C. Morris, and declare that they do not want anything else and will not. Dr. Wilson was on hand and delivered an address. Rev. C. T. G. Fishback, who is at the head of the foreign work in Kansas and the representative of the Foreign Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention, of which Dr. L. G. Jordan is secretary. Reaching the city, I was met at the stable in an automobile and was sent to the home of Miss L. McWilliams to stop during the session of the convention. She is of one of the leading families in the town, and they have accumulated some good real estate. Lawrence is the home of the Kansas University, and in this school there is no line drawn on race or color, but all are admitted to attend regardless of race or color. They can come in and in there get their education. I was delighted to see so many of our young people there. They were there, and some of them were making good in this world. They were preparing for usefulness. I was invited to deliver an address to the students of the University and accepted of it. From Lawrence back to Kansas City where the Southwest Missouri Conference was in session, presided over by Bishop Parks. Rev. W. H. Thomas, was the pastor. I wonder if you are acquainted with Rev. Thomas He is a little short man, about the size of Zaccheus, but he is all brains and religion. He came to Kansas City from Boston, Mass., and has made many friends. He was elected a delegate to the general conference of his church and will be there in full fledge. He will help to make the laws of his church and do many other things that must be done this year. Mrs. Thomas is one of the trained women of our race. She is a model house wife. The Lord has blessed their home with three children, two boys and one intelligent bright girl. Some day the church will recognize the worth of Rev. Thomas and place him in one of the high positions. I want to see it come. He is a reader of the Afro-American Ledger, and has been for many years. I only spent one day at the conference and in company with Dr. R. G. Ransom, left for St. Louis Saturday night. We both had a berth in the bed car, and after sitting a little while to talk went to our beds. Dr. Ransom is a good traveling companion. He is one of the great men of our race, and I am indeed glad that the General Conference put him at the head of the A. M. E. Church Review. He is feeding our minds on thought. It is the best literary production of our race in America or any other country. He devotes his entire time in getting material together for his readers. When you get hold of an A. M. E. Church Review you are getting hold of something, and I do not hesitate to tell you this much. Dr. Ransom is not only a writer, but he is some speaker, I am here to tell you, and when you listen to him you are hearing something. Every time he opens his mouth you can bet that there is coming out of it a thought. We reached St. Louis Sunday morning and went directly to the home of Rev. W. Sampson Brooks, pastor of St. Paul A. M.E. Church, and a man who is before the church for the episcopacy. I shall not have more to say about this now, but will tell you about the conference, about the big meeting of women only, held in the church Sunday afternoon. I will also tell you about the conference. Write to me at 15 N. Hill street, Nashville, Tenn. WINGHESTER HAPPENINGS Winchester, Va., Oct. 13.—Miss Hester Virginia Finley has gone to Philadelphia to spend the winter with her mother, Mrs. Ella Martin. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Shach and Mrs. Henderson, of Harrisburg, Pa., are visiting Mrs. Henry Bartlett, Sr. Rev. J. Luther Martin has been appointed pastor, of the Summit Point Circuit, succeeding Rev. D. V. Young, who has been transferred to Rocky Mountain, Va. Presiding Elder O. E. Baumgardner, preached two stirring sermons at St. Paul's A.M. E. Church Sunday. Miss Edna C. Davis is teaching school at Stephens City, Va. Miss Laura Rogers is teaching school at Leetown, Va. Miss Elizabeth Thompson is teaching at Middletown, Va. teaching at Middleton, Va. Miss Alice V. Johnson is teaching at Farmville, Va. The Shenandoah Valley Cornet Band gave a reception Friday night to the Ladies' Auxiliary. Mr. John Rideout, of Washington, is visiting friends and relatives here. Mr. Charles Taylor, of Harrisburg, Pa., is visiting friends here. Lutheretta Martin is making her home with Mr. and Mrs. George Marshall, of Stephen City, Va. The Ladies' Aid Society, of John Mann M. E. Church, held a very pleasant social at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Green Friday night. The St. Paul's Social Club gave an excellent entertainment Friday night under the direction of Mrs. John R. Augustus. Miss Lillian Walker, of Ohio, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Hattie Green. Mrs. Sarah Reynols has returned from a visit at Charlottsville, Va. Mrs. Elmer Thompson and Mrs. Joseph Brent have returned from a visit to New York. Miss Lucy Castleman has gone to Baltimore to spend the winter. TAPPAHANNGCK PERSONALS Tappahannock, Va., October 14. Mr. G. W. Tyler, of Fredericksburg, spent the week-end here as the guest of Miss Grace Pollard. Mr. George Latane is home again from Baltimore after spending a few days with his parents. He and Mr. George Liverpool left Monday for the Rappahannock Academy to resume their studies. Rev. P. R. Liverpool, who has been indisposed for several weeks, is convalescing. Mr. Samuel W. Adams is home again. TO RESUME MONTHLY SESSIONS The DuBois Circle will resume monthly sessions next Tuesday after noon, at which time a business session will be held at the residence of Mrs. Edna Reid, 1935 Druid Hill avenue. The circle will continue the discussion of the lives of prominent colored men and women during the winter. The officers of the circle include: Mrs. Minnie L. Gaines, president; Mrs. K. Bertha Hurst, vice president; Mrs. Beatrice Braxton, secretary; Mrs. T. Evans Fernandis, treasurer and Miss Carrie L. Cook, chairman of the executive committee. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LF DGER SUBURBAN NOTES SUBURBAN NOTES ELLICOTT CITY NOTES Ellicott City, Md., October 14. Miss Elizabeth Neal, daughter of Mrs. Clarisa Neal and Mr. Willie Williams of Atlantic City, were married Wednesday evening. The ceremony was performed by Rev. A. A. Murray, of St. Luke's A. M. E. Church. A supper was served to the bridal party and immediate members of both families. Miss Bessie Neal left with her sister for New York. Mrs. Dora Murray is able to be up after a brief illness. Woman's day was observed at M. Zion M. E. Church Sunday. Able addresses were delivered by Mrs. Emma Truxon, Mrs. S. B. Holmes and Mrs. D. C. Spriggs. The W. H. M. Society was organized by Ms. Holmes in the afternoon. Dr. Wheeler, the pastor, preached a fine sermon to the women at night. CATONSVILLE ITEMS Catonsville, Md., October 14. Sunday will be observed as Bishop Turner Memorial Day at Grace A. M. E. Church and a literary program will be rendered in the afternoon and night. Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Hall returned Tuesday from White stone, Va., where they attended the funeral of Mrs. Hall's mother, Mrs. Harriett Coleman. Miss Jeroline Ray returned Monday from Philadelphia, where he spent a fortnight. Mr. and Mrs. John Snowden spent Sunday and Monday in Havre de Grace visiting his aunt, Mrs. Francis Richardson. Miss May Esther Cole is slowly recovering at the University Hospital from injuries received by being run over by an Ellicott City car. The wedding reception of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Smith was held Thursday night from the residence of Mr. Robert Williams. The Alpha Singing Club of Baltimore, gave a concert Thursday night at Grace A. M. E. Church under the auspices of the Usher's Association. TOWSON NOTES Towson, Md., October 15.—Mt. Olivet Baptist Church will begin revival meetings early in November under the lead of its pastor, Rev. D. R. Powell. Mrs. Ada B. Randall will address the massmeeting of women at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Baltimore Thursday, October 21, during the mid-year conference. A choice program has been prepared for the Allen Endeavor League opening of Mt. Calvary Church this coming Sunday at 6 p.m. Rev. Arthur G. C. Randall, pastor of Mt. Calvary A.M. E. Church will preach at Long Green for Rev. W. T. Brown and his congregation Sunday at 2 p. m. His chair and congregation and their friends will accompany him. Last Monday evening Rev. Randall attended a unique stag party which surprised Mr. G. Sumner Whyte upon his birthday. Rev. Dr. S. M. Johnson, pastor of Trinity A. M. E. Church, Baltimore, his choir and congregation, will conduct the service of Mt. Calvary Church Wednesday, 8 p. m., October 20th. The Girl's Club of Mt. Calvary Church will give a Halloween Party Friday, October 29. Mesdames Clara Smith, Agnes L. Stewart, and Lydia Dixon and Messrs. B. Wesley Davage and Philip H. Myers, are the captains of the grand mortgage rally companies of Mt. Calvary Chu.ch. The rally began Sunday and continues ten weeks. Mrs. Flora Ellis of Bramville, West Va., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Rachel Parker for several days, enroute to New York where she will engage in business. Mrs. Ellis is quite a musician and rendered a solo at the lecture by Rev. J. W. Norris last Thursday evening. EASTON HAPPENINGS Easton, Md., October 14.—The young men of Asbury M. E. Church presented the church a large pulpit Bible Sunday, the presentation speech being made by Harvey Butler. A successful harvest home closed at Bethel A. M. E. Church with a sermon by Rev. Joseph Bantum Monday night. Mrs. Elmira Price, who has been ill, is much improved. Joseph L. Walker has returned from Washington to take charge of manual training in the public schools. Griffin Turner is visiting his daughter, Miss Daisy Turner, of Philadelphia. CARDS OF THANKS: The Young Men's Willing Workers of Ames Memorial M. E. Church wishes to thank the public in general for their patronage on their excursions and moonlights to Brown's Grove on the steamer Starlight. May God bless you all. John W. Gail, president Robert D. Tascar, financial secretary. Rev. A. J. Mitchell, pastor. Mr. and Mrs. George H. Brooks wish to thank their friends for their kindness during the long illness of their son, William Andrew Brooks and for the expressions of sympathy and floral tokens following his demise. Mr. and Mrs. James Lee desires to extend to their many friends thanks for the sympathy and floral contributions in their sad hours of bereavement of their daughter, Jennie Lee Covington, who died October 2, on Saturday morning. Mr. and Mrs. James Lee, 237 Myrtle avenue. IN MEMORIAM In sad and loving remembrance of our dear sister, Annie V. Brown, who departed this life two years ago, October 16, 1913. Gone but not forgotten. Thuse words are often said How often can you tell me Are they meant for our dead? 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Hill Street and $26 Druid Hill Ave. Athletics In Baltimore A Brief Review of the Achievements of Local Schools and Athletics Organizations In The Field Of Sport Written Especially for the Afro-American Ledger By Bernard Webb The great tendency of the age is to become rich, learned, famous or idle. This is true not only of our race but of other races,—which means for the most part an overtaxed race of people. A large percentage of the human race dread anything like physical exertion or outdoor recreation. The public need to awaken to the fact that it is necessary to develop the boy as well as the mind. This is the modern doctrine of education of the boys and girls of today. That athletics for boys and girls should find a place in every school and every community is an assertion that needs no evidence for proof. The fact that the boys and girls of all races have a desire to run, jump, play ball and enter into competitive contests where they can display their skill, justifies the opportunity, that only athletics can present. The school room, workshops and routine work make recreation a necessity. Improper ventilation, cramped posture, and greatly emphasize mental requirements necessitate a counteracting force such as athletics provide. A proper outlet for the surplus energy of the boys and girls is especially needed and we find this outlet in athletics. Athletics present an environment in which there can be stimulated such qualities as promptness, self-reliance, initiative, daring and decision of action, traits necessary to well developed manhood and womanhood. Through the various team games and field sports, self-control, obedience, manliness, ac- Baltimore High School Scholastic Bishop, manager; Cromwell, Briscoe THE BALL GAME curacy, association, cooperation and judgment are cultivated. The proper supervision of athletic will eliminate low standards of play, destroy rowdyism, and instill the spirit of clean, fair, and honorable sport. I feel safe in saying that in no other city at present are the young men, boys and girls more enthusiastic over athletics than they are in Baltimore. Now for a brief history of athletics in Baltimore,—Athletics started in 1897 in the Colored High and Colored Manual Training Schools. Each of these institutions was represented by a football team, but owing to the lack of enthusiasm on the part of the public and students the idea was abandoned. Not until the union of these two institutions, and the coming of colored instructors did athletics take new life. Baltimore owes its appreciation for the awakening of the athletic spirit to Messrs. Ralph 10 V. Cook and Dwight O. Holmes. These two gentlemen were instrumental in placing Baltimore upon the map with other cities in athletics among colored boys. Until the coming of these gentlemen Baltimore was in the shadow of professional athletics. A few professional baseball teams and star pugilists were the central athletic features; with a corresponding tendency of the youth toward these branches of sports. From nineteen hundred and two athletics have been growing in Baltimore. The city can well smile upon her youths of the darker skin for they have always brought honor and praise to her through their athletic ability. Through the efforts of the gentlemen named above, Baltimore had the fastest and best developed high school football team in the country in 1904. This team was composed of Roscoe Price, for years famous at center, P. D. G. Pennington, Walter Harris, C. Roye, Bernard Webb, Ambrose Briscoe, the Joe Grim of football, Winfort Braxton, Percy Johnson, one of the cleverest quarterbacks who ever directed the energies of any team, J. Holly Gittings and Scott, or "Scotty", whose ability for making gains around ends, has never been surpassed in local circles. This is a fact that cannot be questioned. Not satisfied with football and baseball alone, they started upon new activities in track and field events. In this they were ably assisted by Dr. Howard Smith, 1930 Basketball Champions for 1910 Shiplev, Webb, Soyles, Beckett, coach who was a member of the University of Pennsylvania relay team which hung up a new intercollegiate four-mile record. Dr. Howard Smith, being a Baltimore, and knowing the needs of the boys, readily gave his service. The result of which was the developing of some of the best track men that have ever represented Baltimore. These young men who had received the superior training of Messrs. Cook Holmes and Smith, banded themselves together in 1910 and organized the Dunbar Athletic Association that they might give the boys of this city the advantage of their training. They began their work in the spring of that year with Mr. Wm. H. Beckett, instructor of Physical Training in the High School at that time; by trying to get the Public Athletic League to open its doors to colored boys. They met no success with Dr. Euhler, who was then secretary of that organization. They did D THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER THIS SOLDIER WANTS PUBLIC TO KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING Lochiel, Arizona, September 18, 1915 The Editor, Dear Sir:— I am writing this article not because I or my comrades wish recognition in your paper, so much, but it appears that in the past two or three years, the "Colored Soldier" the backbone of our race has gone into oblivion so far as the newspapers and other periodicals published by and pertaining to our race are concerned; regardless of this I must make mention the fact that your paper has often given us credit for some of our past deeds. If the newspapers and magazines of our race do not give us credit then who will? Certainly not the white newspapers. The following is a synopsis of an occurrence here: "On Sunday, August 22, 1915, Troop "K" 10th U. S. Cavalry came in contact with a band of Mexican maruaders who had crossed the international boundary line and were rounding up horses and cattle between monument 111 and 112, in the vicinity of Lochiel, Arizona. Intermediate firing then took place and in about a half hour the hills on the Mexican side were lined with Mexican soldiers. The battle lasted about an hour and one-half, so far as is known no one was injured on either side, especially on ours. As soon as this started all the white men fled to the hills and a county deputy, Henry Wood, and line rider, B. Lewis, (white) gave his rifle to one of our men; just think of a county deputy and U. S. line rider who is paid $145 a month to protect life and property on the border giving his rifle to a private in the U. S. Army who only is paid $15 a month. This troop had only 30 men and two white officers on the firing line against five hundred Mexicans who could readily have been reinforced by at least not lose heart, however, but with the determination to knock until the door was opened, again united their forces with Messrs. Giles and J. A. B. Callis and went forth again to meet Dr. Wm. Burdick, the new secretary. By this time there had been organized an Athletic Association known as the Baltimore Athletic League, the purpose of which was to foster athletics among the boys. Having their plans worked out for an athletic track and field meet, they endeavored to get the assistance of the Public Athletic League in securing them a park for the meet. They were successful in having the largest meet ever held for colored boys anywhere in the country. Over seven hundred entered. The Public Athletic League saw the effort put forth by these young men and decided that they would open an indoor station at Commonwealth Hall for the boys. They were told that it would only be used as an experiment. The experiment proved a huge success in a little while for there was an enrollment of over three hundred boys Mr. Giles was placed there as director. Before the season was over however, Mr. Giles left to take similar work in St. Louis. Mr. Wm. L. Wilson was then appointed by the League to take Mr. Giles' place. The indoor station was k-pt open for three years with a steady increase in the enrollment, and the development of some very good baseball players. Now the Public Athletic League has charge of the activities of the colored boys as well as of the white, giving them an outdoor station, where they might train for track and field events, play volley, dodge, long and play-ground ball; and indoor station where they are trained to play basketball, indoor baseball and may train for the track. 4,500 more in twenty minutes." But as you search the records of the brave colored soldier in war you will see that he has always stood his ground, although in the time of peace he is practically invaluable, no one cares for him, at times even his own race will ignore him, but he bears all of this as would a dumb brute and will continue to do so until he has gained the last round in the ladder of fame. Some day perhaps his name will appear in the halls of fame with Hannibal the Great, L'Overture, and others who have given their life blood to protect a nation that will not honor him in peace as well as in war. The white newspapers of the surrounding border towns have given the credit to the cowboys, who were at least twenty miles from the scene of action, and possibly some of them have not returned to their homes yet. But nevertheless we will continue to bear the oppression, discrimination, elimination and hatred of our white friends until the day which is fast approaching will come in which the colored soldier will be given the credit due him. Hoping that you will favor us by publishing the above articles, I remain your friend. HOWARD,D. QUEEN, Corpl. Troop "K" 10th U. S. Cavalry. BUSINESS DIRECTORY. Winfield Richardson PAPERHANGER 1205 PARK AVENUE Rooms Papered from $2.50 Up. JOHN A. BISHOP Funeral Director and Embal- 1107 DRUID HILL AVE. C. & P. Phone Mt. Vernon 854 W. A. RILEY ... Shaving Parlor ... All Styles of Hair Cutting 15c. Children's Hair Cutting 10c. Electric massage Electric Shampooing 1587 Penna. Ave., near Mechen C. & P. Phone Frank A. Simmons HOUSE PAINTER 1932 Druid Hill Avenue Work Guaranteed GEO. F. BLACKISTONE 1216 PENNA. AVENUE Opp. N. W. Police Station SHOE REPAIRING While YOU WAIT My work has no equal. 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THE CRY OF NATURE Is for help and relief from the burdens imposed upon her by people not satisfied to allow their systems to perform their functions of life in a natural way, but must crowd and push and lay extra burdens upon their bodies until Nature in dire distress calls for help! If then help is refused then comes the weakening and undermining of the body and health and the man and women begin to pay the penalty of their indiscretion and excess whether in their work or pleasure, and experience that "dragged out" feeling and its associate ills—the dark rings around the dull eye, the loss of memory, draggin-pains, emaciation, tired feeling, nervous, weak, dependent, loss of appetite, vitality and energy, wast in urine from diseased special organs, blood infect, discharges from shrunken organs and swollen glaux from excess or indiscretion, catarrhal diseases of a organs, kidney pain and bladder troubles, weak spells, dizziness and other complaints. DISEASE IS A CRIME, and should be prevented, or, where it already exist, should be eradicated. There is no one better qualified to cure you of your diseases than the Baltimore Specialist who has made this and all special diseases of men and women a life study, and limits his practice to those diseases which he has proven by years of experience that his treatment will CURE TO STAY CURED. Consult him now before you become Incurable. Consultation and examination FREE. dizziness and other complaints. DISE- vented, or, where it already exist, shou- ter qualified to cure you of your disease. has made this and all special diseases or limits his practice to those diseases whi- ence that his treatment will CURE TO before you become Incurable. Consulta- tion ....THE BALTIMORE 7 S. Gay St., Room 415, Fourth Fl. Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sun. (Sexton Stove Co., Building across Rupture permanently and qu MRS. LUCK wishes to announce the removal from 1308 N. Fremont A. 1353 N. 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After using it in a few times you will notice that the hair is much whiter* will be so pretty and long that you can fit it up any way you want to. WILLIAM H. Largest Manufacturer or Hair Preparations in Boston. Largest Importer of Your Hair. Trained in our many years experience For Stimulating the Growth of the Hair, use Parrish's Wonderful Hair Tonic, per bottle 25c, and 50c. We manufacture all other kinds of Toilet Articles—Hand Made, Natural Looking Wigs, Switches, Brushes, Puffs, etc. Free Categue Parrish's Never 'Ail Hair Fool is absolutely one of the best hair preparations on the market. It stops the hair from Splitting and makes your Hair Grow. It is pressed by people in all sections of the country. Mine. L. C. PARRISH. 95 Camden St., Boston, Mass. Phone 988 R Tremont. Mission tour paper when written PERSONAL NOTES Mrs. P. C. Neal, of 187 Rutland avenue, has returned from visiting her mother in Virginia. Purviance's Pre Halloween Cabaret Masquerade St. Mary's Hall, Friday, October 29, Blake's Orchestra. Mrs. Eliza Purnell Waters, of 242 N. Mount street has returned home from Provident Hospital; where she has been sick for several weeks, but now much improved. Blake's 'Orchestra, St. Mary's Hall, Oct. 29, 8 to 2. St. Mary's Hall Opening Dance, tits dated October 1st, good on lesions, lons, nd a. Arthur Dennis; of St. lons, nds, Md., spent last week in the city as the guest of her sisters, Mrs. Michael Green and Mrs. Richard Dudley of Argyle avenue. St. Mary's Hall, opening dance, Friday, October 22, Thompson's Orchestra. Mr. W. H. Saunders and Mr. and Mrs. George B. Pegnal, formerly of 426 N. Caroline street, have removed to 515 N. Bond street. Mrs. Minnie Hopkins, of Pierce street, and Miss Lillian M. Hebron of Oxford street, spent last Sunday in Washington, as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Watkins, and daughter of 3rd treet northwest. Mrs. E. Cephas, who was the guest of, Mrs. Nancy Hubbard of Lutherville, has returned to their residence, 623 Paca street. Mrs. Mary E. Lovett, who was spending a few weeks in New York spent a week-end with her old friend, Mrs. Mary Bruner, 704 Mosher street. Cabaret, St. Mary's Hall, Oct. 29, 8 to 2. MR. AND MRS. ROSS ENTERTAIN Mr. and Mrs. James A. Ross, of 928 N. Gay street, Wednesday, October 18th, entertained Mrs. Charles T. Stewart of 1512 Milliman street, who has just returned from a visit to her husband's home in the Dutch West Indies during which time she visited St. Thomas and St. Croix, Danish, St. Kitts British W. I., and Statia and St. Martin Dutch, W. I. Mrs. Stewart brought back the little neice of her home, who is to make her home with them at 1512 Milliman street. The evening was spent very pleasant. Mrs. Stewart entertained the company with the experiences of the trip, telling of the customs of people after which the company retired to the beautiful dining room where the table was laden with the delicacies of the season. Those present were:Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Stewart and neice Mairo, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Ross, Mr. and Mrs. James A. Ross, Miss Mary Ross, Mr. Samuel T. Ross, Miss Lillie Ross and Mr. Joshua Mitchell. ANNUAL SERMON TO ARCH SOCIAL A large congregation was present at St. John's A. M. E. Church last Sunday night to listen to a sermon to the Arch Social by Rev. R. W. Wortham. His sermon teemed with practical advice to the members, and he urged them to lead straightforward lives and always protect womanhood. City Councilman Harry S. Cummings praised the get-to-gether spirit among the men and urged them to be strong in everything that makes for human uplift. City councilman J. Albert Adams, of Annapolis,spoke in a similar strain. The opening remarks were made by resident Richard Morsell. Musical numbers were rendered by Mrs. Lula Burgess and Robert Young's Quartet. Harry Henry was master of ceremonies. The collection amounted to $77.52, two-thirds of which were given by the members. A banquet followed at the well-appointed clubhouse of the social The officers of the social are: Richard Morsell, presid-nt; Samuel Barney, vice president; Robert Selby, recording secretary; Jerry Hill, treasurer; Walter Curtis, sergeant-at-arms; Samuel T. Hemsley, chaplain; Raymond Coates, chairman of the house committee, and Robert Morsell, assistant chairman. The committee that arranged for banquet and sermon included: Harry Henry, chairman and dean; Robert Shields and William Hill, assistant chairman. The Arch Social desires to thank all who contributed to the success of the annual sermon at St. John's A. M. E. Church, and especially Dr. P. W. Wortham, Councilman Harry S. Cummings, Councilman J. Albert Adams, Mrs. Lula Burges and Mr. Robret J. Young's quartet. LOOK FOR CLOTHING AD ON PAGE 5 Your attention is called to the advertisement of the Ready-to-Wear Shop, located at 1326 W. North avenue, which appears on Page 8. In sad remembrance of Mary A. Woodland, who died one year ago today, October 14, 1914. Her suffering ended with the day Yet lived she at its close And breathed the long, long night away She passed thru glory's morning gate And walked in paradise. By her daughter, Lina Jones and granddaughter, L. Virginia Berry. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, Sheppard Haughton, who departed this life 15 years ago, October 15, 1900. Fifteen years, with all its changes Fifteen years with all its changes Since death strangely bade us part Cannot take thee from my memory On this image from my heart In sad but loving remembrance of dear wife and mother, Rachel A. Hoes, who died six months ago, October 18, 1915. Six long sad months have passed away Since you left us darling mother, We tried so hard to keep you Our home is lonely without you But God's will must be done What peaceful hours we once enjoyed How sweet the memory still Your place is vacant in our home Which never can be filled. In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, Christopher Burley, who departed this life, October 14, 1915. Gone but not forgotten My dear husband I know that you are happy In your eternal rest And to be with you once more and forever I am going to do my best. By his loving wife, Mrs. Maggie Burley. Edward Jones, departed this life in full triumph of faith, October 3, 1915. His beautiful soul like a ray of light Has gone to the realms above Where never again comes sorrow or pain In the land of celestial love. By his dearest friends, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Key. COATES—In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother, Henrietta Coates, who departed this life four years ago, October 1911. Rest in peace, dear mother Four year have passed away; Thou art gone but not forgotten For we think of you day by day. Oh, how sad these dreary years Since God called you home Since God called you home By and by we expect to meet you Around God's eternal throne. By her loving children, Mrs. Annie B. Gipson, Mrs. Sarah J. Driver, Thomas, George and Mary Coates. CARDS OF THANKS Mrs. Rosa Peters and Mrs. Annie Scott wish to thank their friends and the public in general for their kind expression and sympathy during the illness of their late brother, Henry M. Peters, also the beautiful floral designs. Mrs. Mary Jones Goodlow and Mrs. Bessie Jones Fenderson desire to extend to their many friends thanks for their kindness during the illness of their mother, Mrs. Lucy C. Jones, who died October 9, 1915, and also thanking friends for their beautiful floral designs at her funeral Tuesday. Many thanks for your patronage of October the 8th, and in near future shall give a dance of the same kind at reduced rates out of appreciation. Signed JACK NELSON Phone, Mt. Vernon, 2986 WILLIAM W. ROBINSON, instructor in Old and Modern Dances at Pythian Hall, Preston and McCulloh street-, Tuesday and Friday nights. Ladies 15 cents, gents 20 cents. Adv. WANTED—Male or female Agents. Something new needed in every house. Honest workers can earn good wages. Reference 1750 Bank street. From 6 to 8 p. m. call or write. CLARKE L. SMITH Attorney and Counselor at Law. Office: 21 E. Saratoga St. Phone: St. Paul 2367 Residence: 406 I resitman St. Phone: Madison 4180-Y Practice in all the Courts. Special attention to Real Estate Transactions 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 Great Dance at Old Fifth Regiment Armory, Over Richmond Market Tuesday Evening. October 26. 1915 This Band enjoys the distinction of furnishing the BEST DANCE MUSIC of any Musical Organization in the State. All the latest and most popular dance music will be furnished on this occasion. Concert of 40 minutes begin- ning at 8 o'clock. See Placards ADMISSION 25 CENTS Benjamin Jenifer, Business Manage Great Concert by Mme.Anita Patti Brown Favorite Soloist of all the Americas. The Leading Soprano of her Race and one of the Greatest Singers of tee World IN THE INTEREST OF MORGAN COLLEGE At Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church Etting and Dolphin Streets Friday, November 5th, 1915 at 8 P. M. ADMISSION 25 CENTS A Few Numbers by Local Talent Subject: "The Relation of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People to the Woman Suffrage Movement." . Everybody Come Music by Girls Glee Club Watch for the meeting in East Baltimore, Tuesday, October 26. J. C. Johnson; President Absolute First Autumn Dance Monday Eve., October 18th at FISHERMEN AUDITORIUM Music by KERK'S ORCHESTRA Admission 25 Cents All orderly Clubs and Auxillaries Invited Howard Rogers, Pres. Solomon Offer, Chairman Liberal Interest Paid on Time Deposits. Open Daily OFFICE: 307 ST. PAUL STREET PHONE: St. Paul 3541 Director: Clarke L. Smith, President H. M. Burkett, Sec'y Wm. H. J. Wheeler, Treasurer James E. Dougherty A. E. Anderson, Wm.C. McCard, Attorney 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 irresistibly to the use of it I am prepared to give the treatment or teach the method. OAKLAND To Secure A Built PATAPSCO Park That beautiful strictly Location--High, Healthy 10 minutes ride from city Prices--Within the No taxes No g Terms--To Suit You Most reasonable It will pay "Get on the Road to West Patapsco Park 106 LAW BU Phone:St. Paul 3119 The Famous Merry O Of Cambridge WILL GIVE A Great Dance at Old Fifth Regi Tuesday Evening. Oct This Band enjoys the distinction of th MUSIC of any Musical Organizat latest and most popular dance e on this occasion. Concert ning at 8 o'clock. ADMISSION Benjay Great Concert by Mme. Favorite Soloist of all the Ameri of her Race and one of the Great IN THE INTEREST OF M At Sharp Street Memo Etting and Dolphin Friday, November 5th ADMISSION A Few Numbers by Mass Meeting at Sharp Tuesday, October 19th MISS LUCY D. SL Subject: "The Relation of th for the Advancem to the Woman Suffr Everybody Come Watch for the meeting in East Balt J. C. Johnson; The El Chaptans WILL GIVE 7 Absolute First Au Monday Eve., October 18th at Music by KERK'S ORCHESTRA All orderly Clubs and Auxiliaries Invited How ard The Profit Sharing Building HAS MONEY TO PROPERTY AT SHORT N Liberal Interest Paid on Time OFFICE: 307 ST. PAUL STREET Director: Clarke L. Smith, President James E. Dougherty. H. M. Burke A. E. Anderson, Wishes to introduce to you the method. The more you use, more you will be drawn irresistible prepared to give the treatment Walkers' Preparation 521 MOSHER Cembings Made Up ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH East 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m., Preaching by Rev. Green. 2 p. m., Sunday School. 7 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m., Sermon by the Pastor. Mr. H. M. Washington, Supt. Mrs. Elise Hall, Mrs E. L. Mrs. E. B. Fuller, Pres. Ladies' Aid. Miss Ida Williams, Supt. Jr. League. Mr. K. D. Rgland, President of the Brotherhood. THE PEOPLE'S UNION CHURCH Orleans and Ann Sts. Rev. C. Edw. Browne, Pastor. Hesidence: 1611 McElderry St. 9 a. m. Class. 11 a. m., Sermon by Rev. James G. Ryder, of Providence, R. I. 2 30 p. m., Sunday School. 3 30 p. m., Special Sermon by Rev. J. H. Trylon, D. D., Pastor of Mt. Sinia Baptist Church. ADVERTISE TURN YOUR BACK ON THE Landlord & Doctor MAKE UP YOUR MIND RIGHT NOW This Theatre is presenting a series of the most refined Society and Western Drama and the funniest comedies produced. All productions shown at the Carey are selected from the most popular Picture Maufacturers. Feature Every Day. The following is a brief list of our Pictures this week. Ask for complete list at Theatre Monday Sid CHAPLIN in 'NO ONE TO GUIDE HIM' A feature in Two Parts, also other pictures Tuesday Second Part of NEAL OF THE NAVY Also Great Western entitled "Brand Blotters" and a Funny Comedy featuring George Ovey Wednesday CHARLES CHAPLIN in "Mabel at the Wheel" A Two Part Comedy also a good Drama entitled "WHEN THE LIGHT CAME IN" also Funny Keystone THE CHILD OF GOD A Great Masterpiece. Also a Comedy. A Big Special Day Saturday "EXILED" a Sequel to the "Born Warrior" shown last Saturday also a great Western and a Good Comedy First run Pictures arranged to suit the Ladies as well as M C. Phone Mt. Vernon 6475 AllLoans Strictly Confidential Commonwealth Loan,Investment and Realty Co. OFFICE 1016 DRUID HILL AVENUE Entrance on OXFORD STREET WE BUY AND SELL ANYTHING ONLY THE FENNELL'S PHARMACY BEST AT We use only Pure and Fresh Drugs and Chemicals in all our Compounding. That's why we have the confidence of your Physician. 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