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New Building Fund Subscribers' List will be Published December 18th THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LEDGER PROMINENT EDUCATORS WITNESS INSTALLATION OF DEAN PICKENS XXIV. NO. 15 Induction of New Dean of Morgan College Marks Epoch in Baltimore's Educational Governor Goldsborough Presides and Prominent Educators Deliver Addresses. With impressive exercises and in the presence of educators, ministres, lawyers, physicians, business men and women and alumni, Dr. William Pickens was formally installed as dean of Morgan College Thursday afternoon. The exercises were held in the assembly hall of the college and were largely attended. Seated on the stage, and wearing academic caps and gowns, were: Prof. M. Bates Stephens, State Superintendent of Education; Dr. John O. Spencer, president of the college; Dr. C. E. Young, the venerable dean emeritus; Prof. Kelly Miller, dean of the college department of Howard University; Prof. Mason A. Hawkins, principal of the Colored High School; Dr. D. S. S. Goodloe, principal of the State Normal School; Dr. W. C. Jason, president of the Delaware State College for Colored Students; Carrington L. Davis, president of the Morgan College Alumni Association; Dr. John F. Goucher, Prof. Leslie P. Hill, principal of Cheyney Institute, and Rev. Dr. Charles W. Baldwin, who presided. Music was furnished by the Morgan College Glee Club, the program including several plantation melodies. Following an invocation by Rev. Dr. L. Z. Johnson, Prof. Kelly Miller was introduced. He said that Morgan College was fortunate in securing a dean of the type of Prof. Pickens and urged that education be along lines that make for the highest development of all. He bespoke for Dr. Pickens a successful regime. Prof. Leslie Hill spoke for the normal and industrial schools. Prof Mason A. Hawkins said that Morgan College had filled an enviable place in the community, that its graduates were in every walk of life, praised the work of Dean Young and declared that the college was singularly fortunate in securing the new dean. He facetiously declared that the High School would soon defeat Morgan College in debating, as has already been done in football. EXTOLS MORGAN Prof. Stephens declared that Morgan College under the presidency of Dr. Spencer was forging to the front. "You know the annexation spirit is abroad in Baltimore," he said. "Well, Dr. Spencer is an ardent annexationist. He went down to Washington and 'annexed' a good slice of federal aid, and we had to keep him as a member of the State Board of Education from 'annexing' the Board to Morgan College." He closed by making a plea for well-rounded development, decrying specialization at the price of general knowledge and wishing for Dr. Pickens a successful administration. The charge to the new dean was delivered by Dr. Goucher. He said that the president of the institution and its dean should at all times be in perfect harmony and that the dean should ever be on the alert to ROSE WILLIAM BICKENS PROF. WILLIAM PICKENS develop the best that is in pupils. He urged cooperation and good will at all times. Rev. C. G. Cummings delivered the benediction. An educational mass meeting was held at night, with Governor Goldsborough presiding. The Governor eloquently reviewed his administration, told of his interest in the movement to have the terms of colored schools in the counties lengthened and praised Dr. Booker T. Washington as one of the most eloquent and convincing speakers of his time. Introducing Dr. Pickens, he paid a tribute to what the new dean has accomplished and predicted for him a brilliant future. Dean Pickens, in a well-received address, punctuated with good stories, gave what he regards as his educational creed. He argued for a well-rounded development, all kinds of education and for that training that makes for the highest good of all. He scored the spirit of one section of the country that would allow a man to earn money and not spend it and that of the section which allows him to spend, but not earn it. Both, he said, retarded progress. He said that the race had not scratched the surface of education as yet, but that it had produced a number of men and women who had demonstrated the educational capability of the Negro. The invocation and benediction was by Revs. I. N. Ross and M. J. Naylor, respectively. A reunion of the alumni was held at the college in the morning. Addresses were delivered by Prof. T. H. Kiah, Prof. Frank Trigg, Prof. C.A. Johnson, James W. Jewett, Dean Pickens, Dr. Spencer and Dr. Thomas S. Hawkins, who presided. Among those who sent letters of regret and good wishes was Anson Phelps Stokes, of Yale University, from which Dean Pickens was graduated in 1904, winning the Ten Eyck Prize for oratory. Mrs. Florence Kelly, of New York, secretary of the National Conumers' League, was among the many out-of-town folks who witnessed the installation. PLANNING TO HAVE COUNTY SCHOOL TERM LENGHTENED Pursuant to a call from Dr. J O. Spencer, president of Morgan College, a number of gentlemen met at the College Wednesday night to issue plans for a campaign to have county schools term lengthened. It was decided to wage an effective fight at the coming session of the Legislature. The State Teacher's Association will also be asked to aid in the campaign. BALTIMORE, SATURDAY, DEC. 4, 1915 PRAISE FOR BRAITHWAITE Has Been Largely Responsible for Keeping Alive an Interest In American Boston, Mass., Dec. 1.——That the renewed interest in American poetry has been chiefly kindled by William Stanley Braithwaite in his critical reviews for the Boston Evening Transcript during the past twelve years is asserted by Edward J. O'Brien in reviewing Braithwaites' Anthology of magazine Verse, for 1915 and Year Book of American Poetry. Mr. O'Brien's article, which appeared in last Saturday's Evening Transcript, follows in part: "The most abiding impression produced by Mr. Braithwaite's Anthology of American Verse for this year is one of confidence in our American lyric future. During the past few years, American poetry of distinction has not failed us. Frequently work of this very high poetic value has been produced. But it has been a stricking, and to many a most disappointing, circumstance of infectious mood and persuasive singing quality, has not been a conspicuous element. "We have had narrative poems of firm fibre and imaginative truth; poem of ethical substance interpreting truth with confident vision; poems self-consciously American very often rather than unconsciously human. "And now we are able to find American poetry responding freely to creative lyric emotion, shaping its own ferm out of impalpable substance, pure imagination hardening through lyric speed into artistic form. When the lyric impulse flames beautifully in a literature, it is the surest sign we have of poetic health, the only confident assurance of poetic maturity in a living generation. Until 1915, we could not have claimed such a widespread lyric urge. This year, Mr. Braithwaite's Anthology is its triumphant demonstration. PRAISE FOE BRAITHWAITE "I suppose no one who surrenders himself to the best poetry that is in this volume will find it possible, if he has any imaginative sympathy whatever to deny the invaluable service Mr. Braithwaite is performing in American life. Were it only a service to poetry, he would deserve a great deal from his contemporaries. But the simple fact is that for more than a decade against every obstacle, including the greatest obstacles of all, public indifference, he has cooperated with the Transcript in making American poetry an American audience. I have found that American editors and critics, not to mention American poets, almost without exception, place the responsibility for the renaissance of American poetry almost entirely at the door of Mr. Braithwaite and the Boston Transcript. For twelve years he has made American poetry his cue and labored unselfishly and without immediate reward for its artistic and material redemption. With the publication of this year's anthology, we must at last admit his completely successful achievement. "It would be out of place to attempt here any critical summary of the year's poetry as revealed by Mr. Braithwaites' volume. In fact, it would be invidious. Mr. Braithwaite's critical introduction and his recent convey in the "Transcript" cover the ground thoroughly and with authority." REPUBLICANS ARE BECOMING ACTIVE With Meeting of National Committee Will Come "Booms" For Many Presidential Candidates Washington, December 3.—Republican leaders from all parts of the country are expected here to attend the meeting of the Republican National Committee next Saturday. Not only will the place for the holding of the next National Republican Convention be selected, complaints heard, but it is expected that a number of booms for the Presidential nomination will be given an impetus. Republican leaders believe that their party has a fine chance of winning next November, and will endeavor to arrange a program that means victory. Among those mentioned in concession with the nomination are Senator Boies Penrose, of Pennsylvania; Senator Robert M. Follette of Wisconsin; Senator John W. Weeks, of Massachusetts; former United States Senator Elihu Root; former United States Senator Theodore Burton, Justice Charles E. Hughes, Senator Borah, who favors the abrogation of the Fifteenth Amendment if that will insure to white women the right to vote; Governor Brumbaugh, of Pennsylvania, and Governor Willis, of Ohio. A number of colored leaders from the South are expected to file a protest against their exclusion from party councils in their respective States. Walter Cohen and other Louisiana Republicans will make a kick against the "lilywhiting" of the party in Louisiana. Some feeling has been manifested against the reduction of representation in national conventions. The cut, which amounts to 80 votes, chiefly affect the South. There most of the colored voters are disfranchised. Henry S. Jackson, national committeeman for Georgia, is one of the Southern leaders protesting against the change. He avers that the reduction is tantamount to place the Republican O K. upon Democratic disfranchisement. There will be a number of colored delegates in the next National Republican Convention, however, as a number of men have announced themselves as aspirants. A larger Republican vote in the South is expected, in view of the recent decision of the United States Supreme Court knocking out the "grand-ather clause." REFUSE TO RELEASE DR. WILLIAMS With only two dissenting votes; the congregation of Grace Presbyterian Church refused to accept the preferred resignation of its pastor, Rev. W. Edward Williams Wednesday night. A committee was appointed to visit the next session of the Pre-bytery and urge that body to not release Dr. Williams. Rev. L. Z. Johnson presided. Dr. Williams was in York, Pa., this week looking over the work of Faith Presbyterian Church. He has received a call there as pastor. AN INVITATION EXTENDED TO THE COUNCIL OF BISHOPS Nashville, Tenn., December 2. African Methodist ministers of the city have extended an invitation to the Council of Bishops of the A. M. E. Church to hold its next semiannual session here. It will be the last session before the meeting of the General Conference at Philadelphia next May. PRICE THREE CENTS HIGH DEGREE OF AFRICAN CULTURE Recent Excavations In Congo Regions Show High Class of Early African Civili- A few years ago all of the American Museum's ethnological material from Africa could have been conveniently placed in a few cases. The acquisition of two unusually large collection from the Congo seemed to warrant the installaton of a hall especially devoted to African ethnology. The great abundance of material which will now be amplified by the numerous specimens secured by the Lang-Chapin expedition made necessary the allo ment of a large rectangular area in the centre of the hall for this purpose. There is a certain measure of justification, however, for the prominence thus given to a single region. The Congo embraces within its boundaries tribes representing with special clearness the development of Negro culture as uninfluenced by external causes; it includes not only divisions of the pigmy races, representing, perhaps, the lowest of cultural stages to be found in Africa, but also a number of Bantu-speaking Negroes, whose artistic work may be fairly taken as representative of the capacity of the African natives. The plan of arrangement of the hall itself, as nearly as possible, is geog raphical; thus the visitor entering the African Hall is confronted by exhibition material secured from the South-rn Congo, while a series of mats from the same district is stretched in frames above. Passing to the right, he finds along the eastern border of the central area the material from the corresponding section of the Congo, while the space between this row of cases and the outer walls of the hall is dedicated to East Africa. Here, as throughout the perimeter of the Congo area, spears, shields, battleaxes, and other specimens are grouped on pillars or fastened in frames above the cased material from the same territory. To illustrate phases of native life, such as can scarcely ever be represented adequately by actual specimens, colored enlargements on glass have been prepared and placed in the lower window-frames as transparencies. The transparencies, which embrace a cope of the entire African continent, supplement the material on exhibition and convey to the general public a clearer and more impressive picture of aboriginal African culture than could otherwise be hoped for. As far as the exhibition of the material itself is concerned, especial care has been taken to embrace certain broad features which compare with the races of other continents. First and foremost among these is the fact of a native African metallurgy. While the highly developed tribes of Polynesia had not advanced beyond the Stone Age at the time of their discovery by white men, and even the inhabitants of ancient Mexico and Peru had not learned to smelt iron from the ore, practically of the tribe of Africa have in historic time practiced the iron technique, some having attained, as an inspection of the specimens will divulge, a high degree of perfection in this industry. Another phase of activity which is not usually associated with the African race has underlying it a strong development of the aesthetic sense, and the new exhibits are likely to carry conviction on this point. The number of differ-nt types of musical instruments utilized by the Negroes contrasts favorably with their relative scari- ty as exhibited in other halls. Far more imposing, however, is the array of decorative woodwork and pile-cloth from the Kasai district of the Congo, the patterns of which occasionally rise to classic beauty of composition. Even the ironwork, aside from its excellence from a utilitarian point of view, is at time equally impressive by the almost incredible technique of it ornamentation. The exhibits are thus likely to temper current misunderstanding as to the capacity of the Negro race, and to carry home to a wider public some of the most fundamental and now firmly established conceptions of ethnological science.—New York Evening Post. NEW HALL DEOICATED Lillian, Va., December 2.—A commodious new hall for nearby lodge of the Knights of Jerusalem was dedicated here a few days ago with impressive exercises. Henry Carter, State grand high priest for Virginia, was master of ceremonies. Thomas E. Marshall, State grand ruler for Maryland; James H. Biddle and John Chew, all of Baltimore, and George W. Collins, of Annapolis, Md., were present and delivered addresses of encouragement. A banquet followed. LYON HOME FROM NW YORA Dr. Ernest Lyon, the Liberian consul general to the United States, returned from New York city a few days ago, where he went to wish James L. Curtis, the new American Minister to Liberia, a safe passage to Monrovia. The two gentlemen also had a lengthy conference regarding Liberia, Consul General Lyon having served seven years as American Minister there. PROE. PITNER AT AMES On Sundav night, November 28th Professor William Pitner, who is the Principal of Park Dale Industrial School, Park Dale, Ark., exhibited on Canvass scenes from "Milton's Paradise Lost" to a crowded house with wonderful affect. He also gave a graphic description of the presecution of the Christians under the Roman Emperor, Nero. It was a very impressive service. At the invitation of the pastor, Rev. A. J. Mitchell, three persons joined the church. PROF GREGORY III Expressions of regret for the illness of Prof. James M. Gregory, Howard College '72, who is ill at the residence of his son-in-law, Mason M. Hawkins on Druid Hill avenue. Prof. Gregory is Howard's oldest college graduate and served tw-lve years as Dean of the College after his graduation. For the past twenty-five years he has been president of the State College at Bordertown, N. J. CAPTAIN GILESPIE OFF FOR LIBERIR CAPTAIN GILESIE OFF FOR LIBERIA Captain James R. Gilespie, a retired Quartermaster Sargent of the U. S. Army, and First Lieutenant William Rountree, formerly of the 9th U. S. Calvary were visitors to the Afro-American office this week. Both these gentlemen, will sail from New York Saturday on the steamship New York, for Monrovia, Liberia. They will take service in the Liberian constabulary force, better known as the frontier guards. They expect to join the new Liberian minister, Curtis in London. ROYAL ARCH ELECTS OFFICERS The Grand Royal Arch Chapter of this state rec-ntly elected and installed the following officers. R. H. Marriott, grand high priest; William W. Allen deputy grand high priest; William E. Fletcher, grand king; Morris C. Burk, grand scribe; George A. Brown, grand treasurer; Thomas H. Smith, grand A BIG MAN FOR A BIG MAN'S JOB Dr. J. W. Sanders Measuring Up in Every Way to the Responsibilities Imposed Upon One of the irrepressible questions that was on every lip when the Baltimore Annual Conference of the A. M. E. Church was in session at Waters' Church last May was: "Who is to go to Bethel?" Under ordinary circumstances consideration of this question would have leaked out at least six months before the assembling of the conference. But the circumstances surrounding Bethel are not ordinary, nor is the work to be done a small work; and since the compensation and perquisites are very meagre it is not difficult to see why good Bishop Coppin spent so many sleepless nights in honest effort to unravel the tangle and set the wheels of progress in motion at this historic church. Of advisors he had an unlimited number, and of advice a superabundance. But one after another of those suggested for this pastorate had to be eliminated for various reasons that could not lightly be disregarded. The A. M. E. Church is not without its giants in its ministry, but it is bordering upon the unreasonable to expect men who have year after year borne great burdens to tackle as their final achievement the largest obligation known to colored Methodism, and that too at a time when physical strength is decidedly on the wane. It was at this critical period in Bethel's history that [Picture of a man with dark hair and a white shirt and tie. The background is a solid black oval. The man's face is centered in the oval, and he looks directly at the viewer. The image is in black and white.]] REV. J. W. SANDERS a ray of light penetrated the deep gloom by which the Bishop was surrounded. He would call upon Virginia for help. His choice fell upon Dr. J. W Sanders, presiding elder of the Norfolk district, a man he knew to be physically, mentally, morally and spiritually able to cope with the tremendous tasks that awaited him. Dr. Sanders' ministerial career covers a period of more than thirty years, most of which was spent in the Missouri, Kansas and Colorado Conferences of his church. It was in 1884, when just budding into manhood that he felt his special work in the world to be the ministry. Being of a naturally studious turn of mind he utilized every spare moment in preparing himself for his life's vocation. Already possessed of good grammar school education, he studied science, Theology, Hebrew and Greek under excellent private instructors until he had reached a high degree of proficiency in these branches. In 1885 he was licensed to preach and was sent to Colorado Springs where he was highly successful in organizing the forces and putting the work on a firm basis. He was ordained deacon by the late Bishop John M. Brown and assigned to Minneapolis, Kan. Here he gave splendid evidence of the tremendous energy, skill, honesty and devotion to duty that have ever since characterized his labors. When the Colorado Conference was organized in 1887 he was made statistical secretary simply because of his extreme carefulness and attention to details. In 1889 he was ordained elder by the late venerable Bishop Ward and sent to Helena, Mont. Here was a large debt for this small and discouraged congregation. The church was about to be sold under foreclosure proceedings. "Father" Turner said: "If it can be done, Sanders can do it." The results fully justified the confidence of this pioneer rough and ready Western Christian. The church was not only saved, but its membership greatly increased. In 1890 Bishop Ward deliberately ordered him to build church in Salt Lake City, Utah, in the very citadel of Mormonism. In two years he had not only built the church, but had cancelled four-fifths of its debt. As an evidence of her absolute confidence in his ability and integrety one member loaned the church one thousand five hundred (S1,500) dollars in one of its critical periods. Dr. Sanders forged rapidly ahead through sheer merit until he was appointed in 1907 fiscal agent to raise $10,000 for missions by Bishop Grant. He is a splendid speaker without making any attempt at oratory. His sermons show a thoroughness of preparation and finish that are worthy of commendation. He is a deep, logical thinker. His address on Theodore Roosevelt, delivered at Colorado Springs in 1904, attracted the attention of the Denver Statesman and other important Western papers. It was considered a masterpiece. In part, he said: "He seems to be the man Providence designs should come to the kingdom at such a time as this to further the work so auspiciously begun a generation ago. "Wendell Phillips said 'Napoleon made his way to empire over broken oaths and through a sea of blood. And the star that rose just one hundred years ago, was he who was called the Man of Destiny. 'But; he went down a perjured, lone, pititable object, stripped of power.' But ah! he who sits as a conqueror today has made truth his panoply, and called justice and reason to wait at his side as handmaids. Robed with this paraphernalia we cry: 'Ride on; thou who sits as a conqueror, glorious in thy conception of duty. Matchless in the stretch of thy beneficent fancy; unapproachable in the execution of thy truth.' We hail you, and we will march with a million ballots as so many free men's spears to guard the integrity of thy seat of power. Ride on! till this nation, being baptized with increasing light and grace, shall lift every toiler, of whatever race, to lofter heights of Christian civilization. Ride on! till the lowly of the darker people can arise from the dust and lift up their heads—advancing in education, in industry, and usefulness—lay claim to all the rights and emoluments granted any citizens under the Magna Charta of American liberty, and have those rights accorded them. Ride on! till this nation, being moulded more and more to conform to the principal of justice as between man and man; till in every nook and corner of the land the scintillation of enlightened intelligence shall drive darkness from the earth, and your luminous pathway shall be the beacon light and guarding star for your successors for all time, as Lincoln was; and this matchless republic, the most glorious of any upon whom God's sun has shone shall expand and unfold in beauty and symmetry like the forest oak of an hundred years, till its height shall reach to the skies, and in its spreading branches, wide extended, the oppressed and humbled of all races, like birds, may find shelter, while in its shade the honest toiler may rest his wearied frame. Ride on till the evolution of this nation shall usher in the Godman, when He shall come again to reign with His people a thousand years, and they shall be in number as the leaves of the tree that fills the whole earth and every leaf shall vibrate with praises, when the acclaim shall ring through the vaulted skies 'Alleluia! the Lord God omnipotent reigneth!' In 1909 Dr. Sanders was transferred to the Virginia Conference where he held important charges at Smithfield, Staunton, Roanoke and lastly the presiding eldership of the Norfolk district. It was the great work of this man of God in this conference that determined his selection by Bishop Coppin, notwithstand the ministers of the Norfolk district had unanimously asked his return. "I need him far greater than you," said he. Since being at Bethel Dr. Sanders has taken hold of the work with his accustomed vigor. Notwithstanding the discouraged condition of his people over the burden of the largest church debt in the connection, aggravated by the inability of the Financial Department of the church to do what had been promised, he has gone steadily forward, forward, filled with hope and enthusiasm for the slupendous task to which he has fallen heir. "I have put my hand to the plow and I will not turn back," he recently said when the subject of the great debt was mentioned. "God," he continued, "has taken Bethel out of the hollow where she had a glorious career of nearly a century and placed her on this eminence in the midst of forty thousand of the noblest colored people that can be found anywhere, and given her the greater opportunity for service to humanity. The task is a big one, but not rise to the occasion? Why not be a big people and do a big work?" Dr. Sanders is now in the midst of a nation-wide campaign for the liquidation of the Bethel debt. He is being ably assisted by Baltimore preachers, irrespective of denomination, and by many of the city's most prominent business and professional men. It is planned to raise $75,000 in a five month's campaign, so that the one hundredth anniversary of African Methodism to be celebrated in 1916 will find this mother church free from the burden of debt. JAPANESE VIEW OF HUMAN RIGHT What Leading Asiatics About Oneness of Race Dr. Sanders is a firm believer in liberal giving, he himself contributing largely to every demand of his church. Dr Sanders has an interesting family of five, consisting of his mother, a most enthusiastic Christian; his wife, a tireless church worker; two boys and a daughter, Miss Bernice, who graduated last June with the highest honors from Wilberforce University and who is now taking a post graduate course at Radcliff, Cambridge, Mass. H. E. Y. LUTHERVILLE BRIEFS Lutherville, Md., Dec. 2.—The Community Thanksgiving Social which was given at Edgewood M. E. Church of Lutherville was largely attended by a number of friends and members of Govans which all seemed to enjoy. Miss Marie Ayers of Lutherville who has been quite sick, is slowly improving. Miss Dela Carroll has returned to the State Normal School from paying her parents a visit during the Thanksgiving holiday. Mrs. Emily Bond, Miss Mary E. Johnson and Master Purnell Johnson of Lutherville attended an oyster supper at Fallston, Md. SALISBURY NOTES Salisbury, Md., December 2.—Salisbury was well in the limelight during last week. The Tri-County Institute for the public school teachers held their convention here on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, composing of Wicomico, Somerest and Worcester counties. These sessions were all held in the John Wesley M. E. Church. An elaborate program was arranged for Monday night. His honor Mayor W. W. Bounds was expected to make the welcome address but failed to appear. The Rev. Dr. J. D. Jackson of the St. Luke A. M. E. Church was substituted to take his place. Addresses were made by A. W. W. Woodcock, who represented the political side of the economical and business elements of the schools. His words were encouraging. Prof. Kiah of Princess Anne Academy gave a masterly talk on "The Man." All the sessions were well attended, and many visitors present. Among them were President Spencer, of Morgan College, Miss Wright, supervisor of the schools in Prince George county Miss Willie A. Elllett of the St. Lukes Society. Union service were held at the John Wesley M. E. Church on Thanksgiving morning. Rev. W. S. Waters preached the sermon. The offering was given for the colored department in the City Hospital. Rev. L. D. Beecham and his church held a very interesting mortgage burning and Thanksgiving supper at 8 p. m. It was the first of its kind ever held here. Complimentary addresses were made by Congressman H. C. Miller, who held the mortgage against the church. Rev. Drs. J. S. Shaw, J. D. Jackson, J. T. Watson and P. H. Conover. Rev. Beecham has been here five years. ELLICOTT CITY ITEMS Ellicott City, Md., Dec. 2.—The Teachers' Association of Howard County held its annual meeting at St. Luke's A.M.E. Church, Wednesday, November 24. Quite an interesting program was presented. The morning session was devoted to addresses and discussions on various subjects. Rev. Murray delivered an address. Prof. Woodland C. Phillips also delivered a very interesting and instructive address. The afternoon session was devoted to discussion relative to industrial education and business of the association. Rev. Mitchell delivered a very inspiring address on "Day Dreams." Rev. Mrs. Murray spoke on "Training Children" and endorsed work of teachers. Several excellent papers were rendered by teachers. The following teachers were elected to various offices: President, Mr. James Howell Howard; vice president, Miss Eva E. Blue; secretary, Mrs. Maggie M. Henry; corresponding secretary, Miss Viola E. Fisher; treasurer, Mrs. Mamie J. Lloyd; organist, Miss Lorraine Chaney. Resolutions were submitted on the death of the late Dr. Booker T. Washington. JAPANESE VIEW OF HUMAN RIGHTS Well Known Newspaper Correspondent Receives Interesting Volume From E. W. Cole of Melbourne In Which the Opinions of Forty Eminent Japanese Are Given on Race Question. By JOHN E. BRUCE "GRIT." I have recently received from my friend, E. W. Cole, Esq., proprietor of the Coles Book Arcade, Melbourne, Australia, the largest and best equipped book store in Australia, several pamphlets written by Mr. Cole, bound in one volume. One of them, "Humanity," is the story of the human race at a glance and proves its oneness, the other "What Forty Eminent Japanese Say of the 'White Australia Act.'" The white Australia act is very like the California anti-immigration laws and is aimed specifically at Japanese and other Asiatic races. I quote some of the opinions on this legislation of a few of these eminent Japanese. The mayor of Tokyo, asked whether the Japanese were annoyed at being excluded from Australia by this act, answered most emphatically with one word, "Naturally." The acting governor of Hokkaido, Mr. Otsuka, said: "Our first father was one, so we are all brothers, and it is bad to hate each other or make distinction on account of the color of the skin, which is caused by climate. This will gradually become apparent to all mankind, for truth must win." The commander of the Japanese standing squadron, Admiral Hidaka: "God made all mankind, and they are everywhere similar in mind and habits. Their color differs according to the land in which they live, so it is wrong to draw distinctions on account of color." The governor general of Formosa, Baron Kodama, says: "The white people do not seem to understand the colored people. If the Americans don't like the Filipinos they should give the Philippines back to them, and the Dutch should give Java back to the Javanese." "I asked him, says Mr. Cole, "would you like to have the Philippines annexed to your government of Formosa?" and he gave a knowing kind of smile, as if that idea had occurred to him before. Some of the Japanese have an idea that they would like to annex the whole of the Indian archipelago to their country and to form an immense island empire with its hundred millions of colored and kindred inhabitants. Mr. Inouye, vice president Tokyo Chamber of Commerce: "White or yellow, the difference of color in the human race does not imply wisdom or lack of wisdom, is a proverb in Japan. * * * I always keep in mind the Chinese proverb, 'He is a man, and so am I.'" Baron Isiguro, member of the house of peers: "We should not make distinctions on account of the color of skin or of the difference of nationality. Those fellows who are excluding colored persons from their land are mistaken and wrong. I hope God be with you and wake them up as soon as possible from that blind policy called 'White Australia.'" Hon. K. Takaki, member house of peers: "I studied medicine for many years in England and carefully examined human bodies, but I came to the conclusion that there is no material difference between man and man. If persons were brought up in the same conditions and surroundings they would be the same in every way. Therefore it is wrong to draw distinctions on account of color and shut out people from that vast continent of Australia." These are only a few of the forty opinions, but they show by their broadness of view on this race question that the Japanese are superior to the race which seeks to shut them out of Australia and California on account of color. They show also that they believe in the doctrine of the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. The white man professes it, but he is not honest. He does not prove his faith by works or acts. He is a cowardly hypocrite and is so narrow between the eyes on this question that it would be impossible to insert a piece of writing paper turned edgewise between them. The Japanese attitude toward the darker races is fully set forth in this series of interviews. Its men of light and lending have expressed with directness and clarity Japanese contempt for that relic of barbarism and child of ignorance, race prejudice. Wins Success After Hard Struggle. Gilbert Critenden, who owns a beautiful home and a splendid farm not far from Ozark, Ala., is reputed to be one of the wealthiest farmers in the state. Besides his regular farm products, he raised hogs and cattle in large numbers. He is highly respected by both races in the community and is a familiar figure at the annual meetings of the National Negro Business league. Gilbert Critenden has won success by hard struggles. FELIX B. PYE, Sr. 102 E. Mulberry Street Phone: Mt. Vernon 3608 JOHN H. TOAL 142 W. HILL STREET THE UP-TO-DATE UNDER We can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; we can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Wedding dates, from his own stables at the most reasonable come to see him, just call JOHN H. TOAL 142 W. HILL STREET UP-TO-DATE UNDER general for $10.00 and up; or carriages for Funerals, Weddi- ables at the most reasonable come to see him, just call -Y. JOHN H. TOADVIN.... 142 W. HILL STREET, THE UP-TO-DATE UNDERTAKER You can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and 4. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, etc. from his own stables at the most reasonable le rates. You need to come to see him, just call C. and P. Phone, Madison 692 GEO. H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alexander Hemsley Funeral Director and Embalmer 517 Robert Street GEO. H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alex- ander Hemsley Funeral Director and Embalmer 517 Robert Street Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite, courteous and expert attention guaranteed. Carriages to hire for all occasions. Open day and night. To the Friends and Pat ALEX. HEMSLEY Friends and Patrons EMSLEY Fune wish to announce to the general public that I have taken up the business of my late father and will endeavor to sustain the reputation he bore as an efficient undertaker and Embalmer. Thanking the public for all past favors and hoping for a continuance of the same. I am respectfully yours SAMUEL T. HEMSLEY FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER c I am desirous of taking this opportunity of thanking my many friends and patrons of my father the late SAMUEL W. CHASE for their past patronage and to announce that the business will be carried on in the name of and that I promise to give all calls my personal attention, guaranteeing most polite and courteous services at all times, whether in city or suburbs, and most reasonable charges. Thanking you all again for your past patronage and asking a continuance of the same, I remain Yours respectfully Bed, tood, medicine, attention of trained nurses, and doctors day and night, all for $5.00 per week. Apply to Dr. D. Grant Scott, Superintendent At the Hospital. Mt. Ver. 4356 ..MONEY SAVED... CASH OR CREDIT AGENT FOR: Singer Sewing Machines Pianos, Victor & Victrolas, Columbia Graphonolas and other Makes Payments as low as 60 cents a week. We will save you money on Records and repairs. Order your now cash or credit at small premiums At Butler's 1211 Druid Hill Avenue South 422 or South 396-X. Mount Vernon 5338 G. K. K. 142 W. Hill Street 326 Druid Hill Ave. BROOKLYN MAKES A FINE SHOWING Carlton Y. M. C. A. Raises $19,324.50 In Ten Days. ASSURED OF NEW BUILDING. Senior International Secretary Dr. Jesse E. Moorland Conducts Record Breaking Campaign For Funds—Hearty Response From the Public—Secretary Meroney's Active Career. By N. BARNETT DODSON Brooklyn. — The Carlton avenue branch of the Brooklyn Young Men's Christian association has met the proposition offered to insure the branch of a new $100,000 building. Through various sources, including the $25,000 offer of Mr. Julius Rosenwald of Chicago, the sum of $55,000 was placed at the disposal of the Carlton avenue branch upon the condition that the association raise from among the colored citizens of Brooklyn $12,000. In order to accomplish this task it was decided to have Dr. Jesse E. Moorland, senior international secretary, conduct a city wide financial campaign for ten days beginning on Thursday, Nov. 11. Previous to the beginning of the campaign Dr. Moorland, with the assistance of Mr. R. M. Meroney, secretary of the branch, selected the following named men as an executive committee: E. H. Wilson, chairman; A. D. Hampton, secretary; James F. Adair, Dr. W. L. Bulkley, N. B. Dodson, F. H. Gilbert, R. I. Jackson, Dr. Roland R. Johnson, J. H. Smith, W. F. Trotman, George E. Wibecan, Horace G. Wilson and M. P. Saunders. The next step was fifteen teams of nine men each with a captain. The workers on each team were chosen by [Name] 14. W. MERONEY. the captains. Full instructions were given the captains and team workers before any one was authorized to solicit a single subscription or to receive a cent of money in the name of the association from any source. Secretary Meroney had the necessary literature prepared for the teams according to Dr. Moorland's ideas and a campaign prospectus showing association buildings erected at a cost of S100,000 and over in various large cities. The front cover of the pamphlet carried an outline drawing of the proposed new Carlton avenue building, and there were cuts of Mr. Julius Rosenwald, the high school boys' Spanish class, taught at the branch by Mr. Meroney; the Bible class, taught by Mr. W. S. Richardson, and the boy scouts, troop 55, under command of Scourmaster James K. Sourgreen. The local daily and weekly papers carried splendid accounts of the proposed work. Thus the public mind was prepared for the onslaught of over a hundred men when Moorland gave the word "Go." The captains of the teams were the following named young men: J. T. Brown, D. J. Bruce, A. L. Comitner, E. L. Lauton, N. D. Johnson, J.: A. J. Loring, H. V. Lucas, J. E. Patterson, J. R. Spurgeon, W. H. Taylor, W. K. Taylor, Elias Tighman, C. H. Turner and L. P. Williams. The executive committee rented the first floor of the building at 704 Fulton street as headquarters, with a restaurant attached, where supper was served each evening to the teams, reports received and instructions given. A banner was offered as a prize to the team bringing in the largest amount in cash and subscriptions each night. There was much friendly rivalry for the coveted prize, which bore the inscription, "We Are It." Several of the teams secured the banner at different times, but the one headed by Elias Tilchman held it for three successive nights and finally won it on the last night of the campaign. Our people did themselves proud in the generous response they made to the young men's appeal. Sums ranging from $1 to $1,000 were received. There were many gifts of $25, some $50, $75 and $100. The largest gift by a single individual was $1,000, from Mr. Frank H. Gilbert. Dr. Moorland, who has directed many building campaigns, is loud in his praise of the people of Brooklyn and says of the young men who worked on the teams that they were among the best in every way. that he has met during his career of twenty-two years in the work. The men were so grateful to Dr. Moorland for the interest which he manifested in their behalf they began a few days before the campaign closed to collect funds with which to purchase for him a loving cup, the same being presented on the evening of Nov. 22. The campaign came to a glorious close on Monday evening, Nov. 22. Reports from the teams were received after supper was served. The general summary was made by Secretary A. D. Hampton, and when Chairman E. H. Wilson, who is also chairman of the committee of management of the branch, announced that $19.324.50 had been raised during the ten days there was wild cheering among the men. Table covers and boards and napkins were used for banners and drums and horns as the company rose as one man and marched up and down the hall shouting and singing. The high school boys started the yelling with: "How much you going to raise? Fifteen thousand dollars. Who is going, to give it? The people. Who are the people? Carlton! Carlton! Carlton!" The Carlton avenue branch was organized May 15, 1902, in the meeting room of the central branch. It has done a remarkable work with the poor equipment it has had in a small building. The late Rev. A. J. Henry, minister of the Nazarene Congregational church, was the prime mover in bringing about its formation. The present secretary, Mr. R. M. Meroney, is a native of Austin. Tex. He received his early education at Tillotson college and taught public school in Texas for five years. He is a graduate of Yale, 1900. Mr. Meroney before coming to Brooklyn, four years ago, taught at Samuel Houston college two years and subsequently served as army Young Men's Christian association secretary with the Ninth United States cavalry on the borders of Mexico. BIG SUM FOR EDUCATION. Beecher Memorial Association In Brooklyn Aids Talladega College. The Beecher Memorial association of Plymouth church, Brooklyn, raised $50,000 in November for the endowment fund of the Talladega (Ala.) college. This action was taken by the association on account of the great interest which Henry Ward Beecher, famous minister of Plymouth church, in his lifetime manifested in the freedom from slavery and the subsequent education of the colored people. The campaign for funds lasted for ten days, and there were many generous responses made by the public to the appeal of the campaign workers. Previous to the beginning of the campaign a public meeting was held at Plymouth church, at which the work and needs of Talladega college were explained. The institution was founded for eight years ago by the American Missionary association for the education and training of the youth of our race. The school farm comprises 750 acres, and among the various buildings are a hospital and nurses' training school, a Carnegie library and an industrial building for the boys and girls. The enrollment is about 750, and there are forry teachers. Talladega has graduated several hundred young men and women and has sent forth thousands of others trained for the practical duties of life. Its students are a force throughout the state. Many have become teachers and have helped to raise the standard of the rural schools. One of the graduates of Talladega studied at Columbia college several years ago, where he did such excellent graduate work that he had a number of tempting offers to head departments in the larger schools of the race. He refused them all and turned back to Alabama, where twenty miles from any railroad station, he founded a school that became a model in its community service. This graduate died after having literally given his life to his work. Others have taken small rural public schools and because of their educational advantages and the spirit of service that Tallageda gave them have made their little one room schoolhouses models of industry and neatness. Some graduates have gone into the ministry and taken up parishes north and south. One is the cashier of a bank in Birmingham. Another is a farmer, holding real estate valued at $27,000. Still another, a woman, has helped 270 people to purchase homes. PHALANX CLUB OFFICIALS. John E. Bruce Elected President of Federal Employment Commission Federal Employees' Organization. The Phalanx club of New York city an organization composed of employees of the federal service, social and beneficial in character, recently elected the following officers for the ensuing year: John E. Bruce, president: W. H. Norwood, vice president: George Washington Buit, recording secretary: E. H. Bland, financial secretary: L. B. Clarkson, sergeant-at-arms; board of directors, Oliver Jenkins, L. H. Wilson, Thomas Mann, John W. Crawford, James E. Greene and Richard Butler. The Phalanx club's headquarters are located at 102 West One Hundred and Thirty-second street and are among the most homelife of the social clubs in the Greater City. Capable West Indian-Business Man. Alfred H. Lockhart of St. Thomas. Danish West Indies, was recently in the United States on business as the representative of a large American concern doing business in the West Indies. Mr. Lockhart is said to be a very capable business man and is quite THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Dr. Fayette A. McKenzie Believes Noted School Has Great Future. Nashville, Tenn.—Fisk university, in this city, was founded by the American Missionary association at the close of the war and was dedicated to the higher education of the colored race. It was not long before it outgrew its original home in the old army barracks. In order to raise sufficient funds for a better equipment it sent out the famous Jubilee Singers on a tour through the United States and Europe, by which means the sum of $150,000 was raised. With this money the campus of forty acres was bought and Jubilee hall, the largest of the present group of buildings, was erected. Livingstone hall was soon added through the generosity of the American and English friends of David Livingstone, the African missionary and explorer. Recognizing the value of Fisk's work, the General Education board two years ago pledged $60,000 toward a fund of $300,000, which was completed with the aid of contributions from the late J. P. Morgan, Andrew Carnegie, Charles A. Full and others. Although further money is needed for the expansion of the institution's work, Fisk is now ready to enter upon the second stage of its development as a university. Many men of prominence took part in the exercises at the recent inauguration of Dr. Payette Avery McKenzie as president of the institution. Among the speakers were Governor Rye of Tennessee, J. H. Eikhard, chancellor of Vanderbilt university; Dr. William O. Thompson, president of Ohio State university; Dr. Henry Sturzig Drinker, president of Lehigh university; Dr. McKenzie's alma mater; Dr. Bruce Payne, president of the George Peabody College For Teachers; Dr. Thomas Jesse Jones of the federal bureau of education, and Dr. Stephen M. Newman, president of Howard university at Washington. In his inauguration, President McKenzie in part said: "Fisk university has two important ideals—culture and service. Culture is not antagonistic to service, and it is not antagonistic to industry. Culture should give, does give, power for industry and spirit for service. Culture is not a bar to special forms of industry. Culture should be the heritage of all classes of men. The cultured, man should be not only a happier farmer, a happier mechanic, a happier merchant, but he should be a better farmer, mechanic or merchant, as well as a more useful citizen." "Poverty in the United States and especially in the south finds its chief cause in ignorance. Fisk university claims the right to say that it will be one of the chief factors in achieving larger prosperity for the south. Every dollar spent here in the creation of power may mean a thousand dollars of increase in the wealth of the south within a single generation. "Today fifty years of great history look down upon us. We are under bondage to the man and the women, to the work and the ideals of the past. Shall we shrink from so great a compulsion. Let us dare to be big Friends, trustees, faculty, alumni and students, let us commit ourselves to the task set before us. Let us dare to expect large resources, to plan large things. Let us say, not pleasure, but achievement; not comfort, but power; not ease, but struggle! Let us dare to be a university!" FIFTH WARD CIVIC LEAGUE. Progressive Pittsburgh Organization Elects Officers at November Meeting. With the annual election of officers in November the Fifth Ward Civileague. Pittsburgh begins another year of active service for racial betterment generally and local community uplift. During its brief existence the league has accomplished some good results. It was one of the chief factors in the recent fight to bar a certain photo play which reflected discredit upon the race from being shown in Pittsburgh. The newly elected officers of the league are the following named well known citizens: James H. Hamilton, president; Robert H. Brogwell, vice president; Ward L. Calloway, financial secretary; James W. Wright, recording secretary; Robert H. Logan, corresponding secretary; John P. Davis, treasurer; the executive committee of nine is composed of Charles Jones, Jr., Robert Forrest, W. H. Parker, Hiram Chinn, Robert Pearl, John Gray, William Reinhart, Harry Lewis and William Perkins. New Movement For Race Segregation. There has recently been some talks of appointing capable physicians of our race as health officers in the larger cities to administer to the needs of the colored population exclusively. The idea does not meet the general approval of the race, and we believe that few reputable physicians among the colored people would accept an appointment with segregation as its chief object. The fact that the colored race does not want any special recognition of the kind mentioned ought to be well known to public officials at this stage of our progress and citizenship. In all matters of public service, conveyance and comfort the colored people simply want that which is due them in common with all the other races which make up our country's citizenship. Raising Funds for Mercy Hospital. The movement known as the Lincoln memorial campaign, recently starred in Philadelphia, is meeting with much encouragement from the public. 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My weight increased cough stopped, and now I feel a well woman, though it is almost three years since I took his Treatment. I feel that I have many more years to live, though I would have been dead long ago had I not been to him. I have sent several persons to him as I believe he can help them if they went in time." Mrs. V. E. lese Send 2-cent stamp for other testi- nials. Burength and Life is sold at all leading druggists. Why suffer pain ache or Rhenomatism when "RUBINO" will will relieve you in two minutes? Ask for a bottle at Fennell's or Terrell and McNell's and be convinced, price 35c. Rub with RUBINO. T COLORED MEN Wanted to prepare as SLEEPING CAR PORTERS AND TRAIN PORTER. No experience. Positions pay from $60 to $100 month. If interested in securing a good position like this write for book and application blank. Passes from your home to your position and uniforms arranged for. INTERRAILWAY, Dept. 181 INDIANAPOLIS. IND. Dr. McKenzie Formally Inaugurated. Dr. Avery McKenzie has been formally inaugurated president of Fisk university at Nashville. Tennessee exercises lasted for several days. The principal speakers at the inauguration were Governor T. C. Rye of Tennessee and Dr. Booker T. Washington of the Tuskegee (Ala.) Institute. 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 associative ill—the dark rings around the dull eye, the loss of memory, dragging pains, emaciation, tired feeling, nervous, weak, dependent, loss of appetite, vitality and energy, wastings in urine from diseased special organs, blood infections, discharges from shrunken organs, and swollen glands from excess or indiscretion, catarral diseases of all 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. 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(fav All articles sent to this office for Hdlication, mast have the writer's signature or otherwise such article will be ignored @@F Churches and otbers having news tices will please have the same in the affies by Thoraday, to, insure publica- tion in the week's lseue. SO ee Correspondents will please bat Pe orreebtions in coe ctbee by noon ‘on Wednesdays. ar All ‘communications intended for ;ablication should be addressed to THE Aurentoan Lepore, 28 Nerth Eutaw Sire-t, Baltimore, Md Bre eres @@ Advertising rates made know ‘on inplica tion, ggrranlien ome PE All Checks, Money Urders. 1 Beg Atatt be made payable to THE \¥1:0-+AMERICAN CO ——_—_—_—— BALTIMORE, DEC. 4, 1915 Our cartoon of last week was just a little previous, but only by one week. Former Collector Stone had his little banquet at the New How- ard Hotel last night, (Friday.) Ac- cording to the city newspapers, the members of the City Committee and the chairman of the State Central Committee were guests, ‘Where, Ob, where, were our Colored Brothers? Beho answers where? ‘There appears to be no limit to the vision Booker T. Washington had for the placing of the black race on a foundation soundly pro- vided for by industrial education. It has become known that plans were on foot whereby Mr. Wash- ington, cooperating with the heads of European: governments which possess colonies in Africa, was to travel thru sAfrica and arrange a chain of smaller Tuskegees thru the dark continent. The plan_ was temporarily postponed by the Euro- pean war and now perhaps for a longer time by the death of the great educator. Think of this gen- eration erecting a monument of stone to a man like Booker Wash- ington. The rather should every penny and every. energy be used to perfect the institution he founded. “We are intensely interested in the editorial row between the ven- erable Baltimore Afro-American Ledger and the young Baltimore Commonwealth, We have not as yet got the real hang of the row or what it is about, but we are in- tensely interested: nonetheless. ’’— The Philadelphia Tribune. We are surprised at the Phila- delphia Tribune, one of the oldest off ourcontemporaries, not know- ing that as a rule it is always the main idea in most of our young journals when entering the field of journalism to tell the folks that the older paper is not filling the bill and that a new paper is an absolute necessity, and so it begins at once to show up the supposed short com- ings of its older contemporary. Our young contemporary will get over it in due season, don’t fear. That’s all. GIVING OUR SHARE We do not just know to what ex- tent the colored people of this city are Boipe, to be asked to contribute towards the campaign now being waged by the Charities Alliance, we do know, however, they ought to. be asked, and they ought to give. We deplore the conditions existing in this citv, and for that matter in most parts of this coun- try, that the better class of the eolored citizens are seldom, if ever, asked to’ take part in 2. movement ‘of this kind, We are reasonably gure that quite a few would be re- sponsive to the asking, even if they were not able to ‘give as do the white’peopie in large amounts. ‘We are interested in movements of this kind, .our folks are helped, ‘and: we-are.not at all inclined: to ‘bo always the receivers. and never the givers and the helpers. While we do not furnish a proportionate part. of those who are.in need of charity, we do furnish a large part, and we ought to be asked in a way that would not humble us as a race. We have the same interests as other people, and we ought to be asked to bear our share of the burdens. ae A GOOD MEDIUM That the Afro-American Ledger is one of the best advertising mediums in the city to reach the colored people is being demonstrated more and more every week. A glance at our advertising columns will verify this statement. New advertizers are weekly taking ad- vantage of its drawing power. A further proof, if any is needed, our youngest contemporary a couple of weeks ago took advantage of it and used some very valuable space on our front page. We have no doubt it received full value for the amount it expended. Are we grow- ing in circulation? Well rather. Last week was a record breaking week for sales over our counter The biggest week in our history. More boys and girls are selling the Afro-American Ledger than ever before and the number is increas- ing weekly, ‘‘Ike’? Bannister is still keeping. up his record asa leader. Boys and girls there is go- ing to be something doing Christmas week, Keep up the good work. a “HOW LINCOLN GETS HER STUDENTS’’ The present freshman class at Lincoln University numbers fifty From widely separated sections of this country and even from the West Indies this year’s freshmen have made their.way to college,and as the ‘‘Lincoln Herald’’ remarks with some pride, a larger propor- tion than in previous years thoroly prepared with a high school course or its equivalent. ‘Two factors serve to make Lin- coln attractive as a boys college! First that it is situated beyond easy reach of a large city. These were seldom cited by the present fresh- men class when asked why they came to college, ‘The cause perhaps most gratifying is that ever increas- ing Lincoln alumnia are sending their sons to alma mater. As teach- ers Lincoln graduates are pointing their charges to the source from which they obtained information. Added to these is the example and conduct of the student body, who in summer work and play carry Lincoln’s message wherever they go. ‘‘Lincoln’s best advertise- ment,’’ the Herald concludes is the product she turns out in her best recruiting agents are her own alum- ni and student. BRAITHWAITE AGAIN. Just off Cambridge strect, not far from Harvard Square in East Cambridge, you might find him at home any evening puffing his pipe and banging out on his typewriter a criticism for the literary page of ‘the Boston Transcript. _ If you are very fortunate Mrs. Braithwaite will usher you straight to her hus- band’s den, where surrounded by his books and many framed auto- graph photos and poems of Ameri- ca’s best writers, William Stanley Braithwaite turns aside from his ‘work and with easy grace offers you one of his big chairs. Perhaps you might get him to read for you and in his soft even voice hear a Jate poem of Amelia Josephine Burr, whom Mr. Braithwaite admires immensely, but more likely some- thing from Wordsworth, Shelly or Keats, and you recall that in ad- dition to his book of American poems, which he collected yearly into an ‘‘Anthology of Magazine ‘Verse’’ and his own poems not yet completely published, Mr. Braith- waite has issued an edition of Eliabethan Poetry with critical notes, While he reads too, you may have the opportunity to note the great shock of black’ hair brush- ed back from the dome-like fore- head; the delicate color of an olive skin, and most attractive the lumi- nously bright brown eyes. This is America’s foremost critic.— Two weeks ago these columns called attention to the work of Mr. Braithwaite in procuring a hearing for American poets in ‘America. The following is a very generous estimate by the poet, Edward J. O’Brien, from the November 27th issue of the Boston Transcript: “T suppose that no one who sur- renders himself to the best poetry that is in this volume will find it possible, if he has any imaginative sympathy whatever, to deny the invaluable service Mr. Braithwaite is performing for American life. Were it only a service to poetry, she would deserve a great deal from his contemporaries. But the sim- ple fact is that for more than:a decade against every obstacle, in- cluding the greatest obstacles of all, -publi® indifference, he has'co- ‘operated. bith the Transcript in THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER. Se ee making American poetry an Ameri- | ———————— ean audience. 1 have found that : cae, 1 are ont | BASKETBALL to mention American poets almost | === without exception, place the re- sponsibility for the renaissance of BY s American poetry in the past few years, and of American audiences! RACK VANDAL A. 6. for American poetry during the tee | same period, almost entirely at the DEFEATS FRAZIE door of Mr. Braithwaite and the Boston ‘Transcript. For twelve|, 10a hard fought game, the or years he has made American poetry. Vandal A. C. Basketball team his cause and labored unselfishly’! Atlantic City defeated the Fraz and without immediate reward for| A. C. of Phifadelphia before a la ee artistical material redemption, |*Fowd at Fitzgerald's Auditoriu With the publication of this year's|Atlantic City, Thanksgiving D: anthology, we must at last admit, At the end of the first half | his completely successful achieve-|seore stood 8-7 in favor of | ment? Philadelphians. ‘The Vandals tc Tt might be remarked again how|® decided brace in the second s strange it is Mr. Braithwaite has|5!0m however, and with Howe ot keen called to occupy a chair|and Briscoe playing true to fo in English in some of our colored passed the leaders and gained colleges, comfortable margin. ‘The Vand bok up the much-touted ins « plays of the braziers, only allo WHAT REALLY ISTHE ing them one field goal, the oth MINISTERS’ JUB”’ nine points being score by Sime Rev. Joseph H Odell, pastor and sometime editor of a secular jour- nal, discussed the subject: ‘What Really is the Minister’s Job’ in the October issue of the ‘‘Ladies’ Home Journal.’? The fact that one of the leading monthlies of the country feels the urge to arouse public opinion on a question of this nature, and that other fact, that local ministers resent a recent criticism of the Afro-American Ledger to the effect that the mar- riage of minister and politican pro- duces an offspring that is more politician than minister— these two facts are an indication of a third, namely there is a difference of opinion as to “what really is the ministers’ job.’” ‘Another geographical position, another temperament have given disciples of Budda and Mohamet a conception of religion that is not that of the Christian. ‘The exist- ence of sects within the Christian Church point to varied notions of the manner in which God shall be approached by worshippers. In all religions, however, the function of prophet, priest or minister is ever the same—to fill the hearts of his fiock with the life of God. Can he do this well and at the same time give a part of his efforts to leading civic organizations and dabbling in polities? If with Doctor Odell, we take a peep into the life of the modern pastor, who is not a Sunday minister but who has the church wheels grinding seven days the week, a program might be found like this: —mornings devoted to study and composition of sermons and address- es; afternoons to pastoral calls, funerals and conferences with parishoners; evenings to meetings in his own church and elsewhere. In addition, the churches not large enough to afford an assistant pastor put on the minister the burden of financial management: best methods lof raising. toney to meet church needs, and best means of applying funds raised, Is this enough or shall we go further: then are duties which lie among “the children, un- lemployed girls and women of the neighborhood. Such work is indis- pensabie and must be continued. So igo the upkeep of church property, | the oversight of the boys’ work, the relationship of the missions or settloments, to. the church proper, the arrangement of meetings, the supplying of literature to the con-| jgregation concerning the object in which the chureh is or should be interested, the careful investigation of new possibilities of constructive or remedial work in the neighbor- hood,and the delicate task of fitting new members or attendants into the department of church life or activi- ty in which they can be most proft. ably employed.” 1f the pastor is doing his work well, if he is us- ing the proper vitality in bringing a spiritual message worth while from service to service, and the proper energy in organizing church and parish ought he, in justice to himself and his work, find time for other activities? Lest this should appear an at- tempt to limit the sphere of the pastor’s influence, it might be re- garded simply as another evidence| of the specialization the modern world is demanding of its workers. Phillips Brooks, possibly the great- est of American pastors confined his labors to teaching men the prinei- ples of tight living. Bishop J. Albert Johnson, one of. the most influential ministers Baltimore ha known, was effective because men found in his words an inspiration for right living. The interest of the great teacher was as broad as human life, but his activities were confined:to the establishment of the doctrine we name after him. It was Christ’s own thot that church and state be kept separate. For him then was not the slightest doubt as to ‘what really was the ministers” job.” ‘Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar’s ‘and to God the things that are musneroal ATHLET| GS ‘coreat CRACK VANDAL A. 6. ° eh DEPLORABLE CONDITION DEFEATS ERAZIERS| IN ATHLETIG AFFAIR In a hard fought game, the crack Vandal A. C, Basketball team of Atlantic City defeated the Frazier A. C. of Philadelphia before a large crowd at Fitzgerald’s Auditorium, Atlantic City, Thanksgiving Day. At the end of the first half the score stood 8-7 in favor of the Philadelphians, The Vandals took a decided brace in the second ses- sion, however, and with Howard and Briseoe playing true to form passed the leaders and gained a comfortable margin. ‘The Vandals broke* up the much-touted inside plays of the braziers, only allow- ing them one field goal, the other nine points being score by Simons on fouls. Captain “‘Mike’’ Bris- coe, and Howard each caged four field goals,and the later two fouls, Line-up: Vandals, Howard and Briscoe, forwards; Laury, center; Hodge and Allen, guards. Frazier A, C. Simon and Louder forwards; Rich, centre; Nutter and Johnson, guards, GOTHAM SPORTING GOSSIP Tee rt. Dy Gee-Vee bee INCORPORATORS 48; IMPERIALS 21 At. Manhattan Casino Thanksgiv- ing afternoon the Imperials of New Jersey succeeded in holding the champion [Incorporator of New York to a first-inning tie, but were literally overwhelmed in the second half, when Coeper, Perkinson and and Williams got going. ‘the first half was interesting and exciting, but to the close observer it was plainly evident that Madden’s boys had not yet struck their regu- lar stride. When they did in the second half, it was good-night and good-bye for the Jerseyites The first half ended 11-11,but the second half told a different tale. 48-16 was the final score when the New Yorkers got thru shooting goals from all angles and all d.stances. Only one game was played, dancing following closely. “png FIVE” DOWNS SPARTANS New York, playing betore a pack- ed house Thanksgiving night, the Alpha ‘‘Big Five’’ defeated the Spartan Braves 38 to 21. Playing center for ‘Big Five”’ ‘was Gilmore, famous Howard athe- lete, whose presence with the How- ard’ University teams for the past four or five years has made history both in basketball and football. The other men on ‘‘Big Five’’ were Dash, Wiggin, Capers and Scott, with Sing Goode, last season’s bril- liant center, now playing forward, and ‘‘Babe’’ Thomas, famous old war-horse, doing the second line men stunt for the nonce. ‘The game was interesting, but “Big Five's’ superiority was marked from the beginning. Against their formations and pass- ing all Spartan’s efforts were use- less, On the other hand “Big Five's” guarding was so effective that the Braves found themselves cut off from their basket and were forced to take to long distance shooting, whieh, though spectacular when sucessful, is rarely very effec- tive. “Big Five” was in the lead all the time, and never in danger of losing the game, The first half ended 15 to 9 in their favor, and that score was reinforced in the second half by an addition of 23, totaling 38. Spartans in that half made 11, inereasing their score to 21. In the preliminary game the Spartan ‘‘Hornets’’ overwhelmed the St. Cyprin ‘‘Speedboys,’’ 46 to 4. Spartans have a fast light weight team this season and may be depended upon to break some- body’s winning streak. SALEM-GRESCENTS WIN AGAIN ‘The Salem-Crescent A. C. of New York captured the beautiful team- trophy offered by the St. Mark’s Catholic Club in'their 4 mile novice road race held in New York Thanks- giving Day. H. C. Johnson of the Salem pushed the winner all of the distance but was outdistanced in the last 15 yards, losing by less than 2 yards. The judges held up the prizes pending a protest by the Salem’s against the winner's eligi- bility to run, claiming that he broke his noviceship in a race held several weeks ago. Annapolis, Md., Dee. 3.—Before a good sized.crowd of rooters, the Annapolis Athletic Club defeated the Old Reserves here Thanksgiving afternoon 12-0. Their appearant advantage in weight. did not pre- vent th A:.Cs, from giving them a good drubbing. - A DEPLORABLE CONDITION IN ATHLETIC AFFAIRS Following close on the heels ot the defeat of Howard University football team at the hands of Hamp- ton startling facts have been brought to light, which would seem to indi- cate that responsibility for loss of the game did not rest entirely on the members of the team nor their playing ability, but was directly traceable to certain discouraging | influences at the University proper. It has been years in the memory of the writer since Howard played only two major football games in any one season, and this fact alone has been a prominent factor in the team’s unpreparedness for such a supreme effort as was necessary ‘Thanksgiving day. In. alleged looseness in the hand- ling of contracts fer games, by the “‘powers’’ of Howard may be look- ed upon as a reason for the failure ‘of certain contracted games to be eancelled. It is alleged further that the Athletic Council of Howard refused to make up a deficit caus- ed by a breach in the contract with another prominent University and that the student body subserib- ed nearly $100 for this purpose, following which one member of the Council is said to have had the temerity to ask that the sum sub- scribed be turned over to the Coun- cil. To further subs:antiate the above facts it is said that the train- ing table was refused the students at the beginning of the season, the “*Powers’’ declaring that the men only played that they might take advantage of the University and make it spend too much money As a sequel to this action it is claim- ed that the students were compell- ed to pay for a trainer for the football team out of their own pockets or go without one, and they chose the former course, ~ Following out their plan of re- prenehment to the detriment of things athletic, it has been said that the ‘‘Powers’’, contrary to ‘their original plan to have the team ‘make the trip to Hampton by train Wednesday morning, that the team might have that afternoon and night to rest up for the game, de- cided to send the the team on the excursion boat which left in the evening. ‘The members of the ‘team were forced to sleep all night, ‘three-together, in the state rooms that were only intended to accom- modate two, followed by a delayed. breakfast at 10 o’clock in the morn- ‘ing. The idea prevailing among the “'Powers’’ seems to be that if the team wins, Howard wins,but if the team loses it is the team and not Howard that must bear the ‘‘dis- grace’? of defeat, or as one dean is alleged to have put it in his re- marks at a mass meeting that'‘we’’ must beat Hampton for if ‘‘you’’ lose ‘you’? will “disgrace” How- ard, evidently considering it a dis- grace to be beaten by a team from a university whose aim and am- bition is to put itself at the head of all colored colleges in every- thing pertaining to athletics. ANNAPOLIS WINS: FROM BELMONTS A small crowd of rooters saw the Annapolis A, C. defeat the Belmont A. C. of this city, at Union League Park last Saturday afternoon by the seore of 19-7. While the score does’ not necessarily point to the fact that the Belmont are not ina class with the Annapolis boys, a close student of the game could readily perceive just how far the boys from the state capital out- classed the locals. | With fine weather condition pre- vailing the Original Rod and Gun Club held their Thanksgiving Shoot at‘ their grounds, Cherry Heights, Thanksgiving day, before a large crowd. Dr. R. G. Baker carried off the honors of the day with the highest score, H. N. Williams tak- ng second place. In a special event Dr. Baker and Captain White tied. _ The ladies auxiliary furnish- fed the shooters with hot coffee. After the events Mr. Ernest Jones ‘entertained the shooters at his resi dence until a late hour. FISKE SWAMPS TUSKEGEE Nashville, (Tenn., Dec. 3.—The Fisk University eleven completely outclassed Tuskegee Thanksgiving afternoon, in their annual game here. The score 47-0 is a splendid indication of the magnitude of Tuskegee’s defeat. The men from Fish literally ramped up and down the field completely bewildering the Tuskegeens by their onslaught. Captain Norses was the shining light of. Tuskegee’s team, his line buckling and off-tackle plays, were the admiration of even his oppo- nents, BAKER Suddenly on Monday No vember 22, 1915, Laura S, the beloved wife of Christopher Baker and mother of James E. and Richard H. Baker. Funeral services were held from her late residence 210 W, Henrietta street, November 25th, 1915, . CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the many relatives and friencs and wlso the postoffice em- pioyees for their expressions of sym- pathy and the many beautiful floral tributes sent at the death of wife and mother, the late Laura 8. Baker, ‘by her faithfal pusband ana sons Christopher Baker. James E. Buker and Richard H. Baker In sad Lut loving remembrance of my dear mother, Mrs. Laura Waters who d.parted this life December Sth, 1911. ‘Four years has passed, Lcan’t forget, ‘Those worus of love, Thear them yet, ‘Though I have wandered, God knows where, Still I remember Mother’s prayer. By her daughter Annie Waters. In loving remembronce of my dear mother, Mary A. Deane who departed this life two years ego November 22nd, 1918. Although you are absent from me, ‘Ana two weary years have fled, Since I stuod by your bed in sorrow, ‘And knew that my dear mother wae dead. By her loving davghter Sedonia. O grandes, grandma how loved you jo one else on eaith can tell, & But the Saviour also luved you “And took you home with him to dwell, cin. Ry her devoted granddaughter, jillian M. Queen. SMACKUM. On November, 16th, 1915 at his daughter’s residence 1812 N. Stricker street, Jesse Smackum loving husband of the Jate Mary Snackum an beloved father of Sara J. Harris and the late Mary A. Deane and two sons. Grandfather of Sedonia Deane and great grandfathcr of Lillian M. Queen. Fonera: was held from st. Peter | lav er’s Church on Friday November 19th, Intermant was at lichester, Howard County. Md. ‘BATES. Dearee and fresher the memory. set sacder und keener the loss of my dear sou Robert M. Bates. who passed from earth to Heaven, December 4th 1910, Often from my heart comes a bitter cry, Why, oh why did my son die? Then comes the answer s0 solemn and deep, My living son is only asleep. By his loving mother. In sad remembrance of my dear grandson, Robert M. Hates, who de- parted this life five years ago Decem- er 4th, 1910. The midnight stars are aeaming, Upon a silent grave, Where sleepeth without creaming, ‘the one 1 coula not save. By bis grandmother. WILLIAMS, In memory of my dear husband, Joseph, who entered into eternul rest five years sgo today Nov. With, 1910. No longer weary nor racked with pain “thy burden’ passea, the victory gained, Opened the gates and the sou! passed in. "To dwell forever redeemed trom sin. ‘The pure sweet life and its blessings rare, Will leave its impress on each one here ‘And by and by in the land of rest, We'll join with you the loved and blessed. By his loving wife, Sarah £, Williams CARD OF THANKS Lula J.. Mary E., Martha F., Esther S, Jobnson and Mrs, Henrietta Douglas wish to. thank their many frienos tor their kindness during the short illness of their dear sisier Annie , Johnson and for the beautiful floral designs at her death. Jesus while our hearts are bleeding, O’er the spoils that death has won We would at this solemn meeting, Calmly say, ‘Thy will be done. ’ ‘Thougn cast down we're not forsaken ‘hough afflicted not alone, Tncu didst give and thou hast taken Blessed Lord thy will be done. Coming—To Centennial M. E. Church a Grand Musical and Liter- ary Concert under the auspices of the Peerless Glee Club of Morgan College; Monday, December 13, 1915 at 8p.m. Benefit of the Church. Admission 10 Cents James H. Kelly, President Gordon H. Byrd, Secretary Rev. N. M. Carroll, Pastor. FOR RENT—727 Waesche street dwelling; 9 rooms, also small house 710 Penn alley. Apply Harry H. Brown, 212 Clay treet. FOR SALE— Several 3. story house in N. W. Balto. 1100 block N, Carey street; 1500 block Argyle avenue. See Arthur Johnson, 1415 Myrtle avenue. Mad. 3664 W. % FOR SALE—A good investment. Two story house in the 1900 block of White street; in’ first class con- dition, Will sell cheap, Don’t miss this bargain. A small deposit and terms to suit. Apply 1415 ‘Myrtle avenue or Phone Mad. 3664 WwW. ‘A young married couple wish a nice large front room in a good neighborhood. Address M. B.. = Afro-American Office. POMONKEY JOTTINGS Pomonkey, Md., Dec. 2.—Mr. and Mrs. Edward King had a pleasant visit to Prince George county on Saturday last. Mrs. Thomas Slater has been indisposed for the past few days. Mr. Wm. Taylor, a rural mail carrier between White Plains and Pomonkey, died Saturday. He leaves a wife and many relatives to mourn their loss. The pastor and members of Metropolitan Church here are preparing to have a mock court, for the purpose of raising money for benevolence. Mrs. Lizzie Holt of Baltimore has been the guest of her brother, Mr. John Brown. Miss J. L. Griffin was the house guest of Mrs. Harry Matthews during the past week. Miss Anna Speak is spending the week-end in Washington with friends. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Matthews will spend the coming week in Port Tobacco with relatives. Mr. Wm. Key is suffering with a serious attack of rheumatism. Mrs. W. F. Clarke spent Thanksgiving with her daughter and at the home of Rev. C. S. Harper at Harrisonburg, Va. FLKTON JOTTINGS Elkton, Md., Dec. 2.—Rev. W. N. Edwards of Towson, filled the pulpit of Providence Church on Sunday night. Rev. and Mrs. Recter were given an anniversary reception on Thanksgiving day in Philadelphia by their uncle, Rev. Alexander Murray and his daughters, the Misses Alice and Elvira Murray. The following young Misses have returned to school after spending the holidays with their parents in Elkton, Misses Hannah Thomas, Harriet Milburn, Martha Thompson, Harriet White, Marion Brown and Helen Hindman. Miss Helen Rector spent the holiday in Wilmington, Del., the guest of Miss Gladys Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Starling are conducting a fine grocery business in this town. The store has been thoroughly renovated and makes a fine appearance. Rev. W. H. Rector has recently purchased a very fine plot of land where he will build in the early spring. ANNAPOLIS NOTES Annapolis, Md., Dec. 2.—The Rev. S. D. McDuffie, who has been conducting evangelistic services at Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church met with great success. Electric lights were turned on Sunday evening for the first time in Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church. The older members of the church were the first to touch the button. $58.75 was raised for the lights. Mrs. Adele Barge and children have left Norfolk, a., where they have been visiting relatives and friends and will spend the winter in Fayetteville, N. C. Rev. S. D. McDuffie, Rev. and Mr. James A. Briscoe, Mrs. Hester Garver, Mrs. Victoria Smith, Mrs. Emma Brogden were the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Tongue Thanksgiving day. Miss Bessie Turner, of Washington, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Edward Scott. Mr. Nathaniel Hall entertained at dinner Thanksgiving day. Covers were laid for 12. The color scheme was pink. Those present included Mrs. Hall, Mrs. Hester Garver, Mrs. Jennie Butler, Miss Allsop, Miss Edyth Butler, Miss Hinesman and Messrs. John Semley, Louis Malorey, William Sharps and John King. AN INFORMAL RECEPTION Baltimore's new classic social, The Philemons, gave an informal reception at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, 1424 E. Madison street, Wednesday evening, December 1st, in honor of Misses Pearl Davis, Ola Cottman, Annette Smith and Clementine Fortune. After dancing until midnight the guests were ushered into the dining room where an elaborate supper was served. Most notable among those present were: Misses Helen Johnson, Pearl Davis, Florence Lanson, Lottie Mitchell, Anneatta Smith, Clementine Fortune, Beulah Ralph, Ola Cottman, Floretta Bunday, Ada Fortune and Mrs. Stella Fortune. Messrs. John Holt. Henry Young, Clarence Neal, William Hawkins, Nelson Dockins, John C. Pinder, Leonard Ralph, Henry H. Harris, John H. Williams, David Suckett, Prof. Lewis Curtis and William G. Gray. TAPPAHANNOCK NOTES Tappahannock, Va., Dec. 2.—The First Baptist Church was well attended Sunday morning. Rev. J. A.Martin preached his introductory sermon. sermon. Revival meeting is going on at Berean Baptist Church conducted by Rev W. Yates. DR. TAYLOR M. LEWIS CHIROPODIST A graduate of the University of Chicago, who is an expert, with much experience in this kind of work. Call and be convinced. OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 a. m. to 11:30 a. m. 11:30 a. m. to 9:30 p. m. 1035 DRUID HILL AVENUE Mt. Vernon 4615 I 'Sundays by appointment Busy Workers Downtown can secure Fine Lunches at NIEDERWEMMER'S 110 PARK AVENUE Opposite Terminal Station 10 and 15 Cents 7 A. M. to P. M. SANDWICHES MOORE'S RESTAURANT. Druid Hill Ave. & Oxford St. Sunday, Dec. 5th, 1915 OPEN ALL NIGHT Roast Turkey Dinners, 35c Roast Pork Dinners, 25c. DINNER MENU SOUPS Bean Soup ROAST MEATS Roast Turkey Cranberry Sauce Roast Pork Apple Sauce Select 3 VEGETABLES Select 3 Stewed Tomatoes Mashed White Potatoes Green Peas DESSERT Tea or Coffee Regular Dinner Served Daily To all those who attended the party of November 22. We are very sorry that we were disappointed in not having music for the occasion which had been engaged, but failed to respond at the time. We thank all who were present; also invite you to our next dance on Monday, December 20th, at 1053 W. Lexington street, by the Penrose Auxiliary,219 N. Schroeder street. Mary Gross, president Lillie Jenkins, secretary. p FOR SALE OR RENT FOR SALE—Three story house in 1800 block N. Stricker street. Four bed rooms, hot and cold water. Gr. $58; price $1,100. $75 cash, balance same as rent. Apply to 1727 Baker street. 1 Margate Apartments, 1212-1214 Druid Hill avenue. One 4-room and One 5-room apartment for rent. HARRY H. BROWN, 212 Clay street. Here we are again. Who? The Crescent Sinking Fund Circle, will give a grand Chocolate, Sip, Thursday evening, December 16th at 1308 N. Stricker street. Good music and plenty of fun. Sip free. Admission 10 cents. Josephine Hall, president; Jennie Blaz, vice president; Nellie Paul, financial secretary; Lulu McCoy, secretary; Martha Plater, treasurer; Annie Tyler, Sergeant-at-arms.2t LOVE GOD HE KNOWS WHERE YOU BELONG What is more sure or what is more true Dear Saviour we try to be more like you We need not to be hustled or drove to a mark To our own our love was born from the start. To own it, it makes me no more in thy sight But how come it you know Lord and all that is right All kinds of happenings come through this life But I stop, I know you are the Christ. Now, when our Lord said, you should be born It was on a sweet Xmas Morn, How happy am I to know, if I live Some blessed assurance on this day to give You have made me blessed on this vain earth Who could forget such a Saviours' Birth. Composed by Mrs. Rachel Lake. IN MEMORIAM In sad but loving memory of my dear daughter, Mary E. Logan who departed this life sudden two years ago today, November 29th, 1913. My heart often aches with longing sad and lonely For a sound of thy loving voice A sigh of thee who sleeps I miss thee dear daughter, who once was my delight And sometimes I think I see thee clothed in white. But Jesus as the sun beam stoop down and carried high the soul From sin to glory free from each tear and sigh. By her devoted mother, Laura L. Logan THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER Lexington Street near Pine OUR PICTURES ARE ALWAYS THE BEST OBTAINABLE WEEK BEGINNING DEC. 6TH. SECOND WEEK OF Travis, Tucker & "Slim" Jones GREATEST TEAM ON EARTH IN A BRAND NEW ACT Friday Night: Amateur Night. Lots of fun. Come and see. Try for Prizes. 5 CENTS ADMISSION TO ALL AT ALL TIMES S. BOONE and J. R. JONES, Managers JUST OPEN ...THE STAR THEATRE... MONUMENT STREET, NEAR BOND EXTRA ATTRACTIONS MOVING P SPECIAL MUSIC ROOM FOR Kay Bee Amu ..GOLDFIELD Goldfield Amu 913-15-17-19 WA Between Henriett "HOUSE OF QUALITY." Now the Navy." Every Thursday Friday, "Who Pays." All a Day Bee Amusement Company GOLDFIELD THEATRE Goldfield Amusement Company 913-15-17-19 WARNER STREET Between Henrietta and Hamburg Sts. QUALITY." Now showing every Mon Every Thursday, "Exploits of Elain Who Pays." All are welcome. Admiss Kay Bee Amusement Company "HOUSE OF QUALITY." Now showing every Monday, "Neal of the Navy." Every Thursday, "Exploits of Elaine." Every Friday, "Who Pays." All are welcome. Admission 5c. T. H. The Ladies' Auxiliary WILL G ies' Auxiliary of Provident WILL GIVE THEIR First Dance of the Season AT GALILEAN FISHERMEN HALL Music by Eubie Cards of Admission. Mrs. Carrie Langley, President FISHERMEN HALL ... FRIDAY EVENING, Music by Eubie Blake's Orchestra Admission, Joe Langley, President Mrs. Arthur M. Peck, Presents DR. Kerr's and Prof. Eubie Blake's Mary's Hall, Monday, (after Christmas) Day, (New Year's Eve) Dec. 31st, from two Orchestras—Two Nights for 35 Cent SINGLE TICKETS 25 CENTS New! A Puzzle to All! Don't Miss This! Some never happened before. Beautiful Suit of Furniture, 7 pieces GIVEN AWA At Wilmer Jones' Dance Fishermen Hall ... Monday, December Music by the Famous Kerr's Orchestra M. to 2 A. M. The Floor will be in charge of G. Harrison. Formerly Manager of Arbutus Dancing Class ADDS OF ADMISSION 25 CENTS Claus Charm"—Cantata For the Auspices of the Helping Hand So- N'S A. M. E. CHURCH, Lexington S. and Thursday Evening, December 15th at Bington, Pres. Miss Anita Pierson, Vice Pres. Miss Alver Kev. P. W. Worthum, Pastor. Union of Sorrow or Memorial Instrumental Lodge No. 3, I. B. P. O. Elks of the Held in commemoration of their deceased broo Memorial M. E. Church, Cor. Dolphin Dec. 5th, 1915, 7 30 O'clock p. m. Selections by select talent and Elks Instrumental music by Prof. T. Hendo Orchestra of Baltimore, Md. Rev. Thomas H. Lee of Baltimore. Md., Esq., Grand Traveling Deputy of the Sta- PUBLI INVITED the Elks Carnival and Benefit Tuesday night De- armory. WELCOME FRIENDS. AT GALILEAN FISHERMEN HALL ... FRIDAY EVENING, DEC. 10, 1915 Music by Eubie Blake's Orchestra Cards of Admission, 25 Cents Mrs. Carrie Langley, President Mrs. Arthur M. Peck, Secretary Puviance Presents DR. Kerr's and Prof. Eubie Blake's Orchestras At St. Mary's Hall, Monday, (after Christmas) Dec. 27th, and Friday, (New Year's Eve) Dec. 31st, from 6 to 2. Two Orchestras—Two Nights for 35 Cents SINGLE TICKETS 25 CENTS At Galilean Fishermen Hall ... Monday, December 6th, 1915 Music by the Famous Kerr's Orchestra From 8 P. M. 10 2 A. M. The Floor will be in charge of G. Harrison Thomas. Formerly Manager of Arbutus Dancing Class CARDS OF ADMISSION - 25 CENTS "Santa Claus Charm"—Cantata Under the Auspices of the Helping Hand Social of ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH, Lexington St., near Pine Wednesday and Thursday Evening, December 15th and 16th, 1915 Mrs. Hattie Washington, Pres. Miss Anita Pierson, Vice Pres. Miss Alverta Traverse, Sec. Mr. C. Oliver, Supt. Rev. P. W. Wortham, Pastor. ADMISSION EACH EVENING, 10 CENTS The Session of Sorrow or Memorial Services O Monumental Lodge No. 3, I.B. P. O. Elks of the World Will be held in commemoration of their deceased brothers At Sharp Sreet Memorial M. E. Church, Cor. Dolphin and Etting Streets Sunday Dec. 5th, 1915, 7 30 O'clock p. m. sharp Special vocal selections by select talent and Elks Quartette. Appropriate instrumental music by Prof. T. Henderson Kerr's Orchestra of Baltimore, Md. Remember the Elks Carnival and Benefit Tuesday night December 14th, 1915 Rtchmond Market Armory. WELCOME FRIENDS. ANNUAL of Maryland Colored State Teachers BALTIMORE, MARYLAND December 28th, 29th and 30th, 1915 Prominent Speakers at each Session Chair. D. S. S. Goodloe, Pres. Miss Carter, Sec'y. All Reception to teachers, St. Mary's Hall, Orchard S terber 30th, 1915, at 8 P. M. Admission 25c. Y Meeting of Maryland Colored State Teachers' Asso'n BALTIMORE, MARYLAND George B. Murphy, Chair. D. S. S. Goodloe, Pres. Miss Carter, See'y. Alonzo H. Long, Trees. Grand Public Reception to teachers, St. Mary's Hall, Orchard St., near McCulloh St. Thursday, Decer b 30th, 1915, at 8 P. M. Admission 25c. 'Refreshments Free MOVING PICTURES ROOM FOR ALL Resement Company D THEATRE. Resement Company WARNER STREET Balta and Hamburg Sts. Now showing every Monday, "Neal of Day," "Exploits of Elaine." Every are welcome. Admission 5c. A Community Betterment ..Meeting... AT THE QUEEN THEATRE 666 W. LEXINGTON ST. Near Pine Street jBY REV. JOS. L. BUTLER Sunday Dec. 5th, 3.00 P. M. COME EARLY This is to be an open meeting for men and women as well. Subject: "A Women in Tears." No Admission Mr. J. Reddie in charge of Music. Assisted by Orchestra of Six Pieces. N.B. No children under 15!years of age!Admitted City of Provident Hospital LIVE THEIR—— of the Season ... FRIDAY EVENING, DEC. 10, 1915 c Blake's Orchestra 25 Cents Mrs. Arthur M. Peck, Secretary ..CHURCH NOTICES. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH East and Lexington Sts. Rev. George E. Curry, Pastor. Residence: 1830 E. Eager St. 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. Mr. O. T. Stewart, Supt. 5.15 p. m., Epworth League. Mr. Julian W. Ross, Pres. 8 p. m. Sermon. Holy communion after morning service. Public cordially invited. 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. Pastor. 2 30 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m. Rev. B. H. Knight of Gillis Memorial, choir and congregation. 5 30 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Stranger. Monday night December 6th Rev. P. C. Neal of First Baptist, choir and congregation. Wednesday December 8th, sermon by Rev. M. J. Naylor of Sharp St. Mem. M. E Church Parsonage, 425 N. Pine Street. Something new every Sunday. 11 a. m. Pastor, subject, "A Tin Soldier." 2 p. m., Sunday School. W. C. Tongue, Supt. 3.30 p. m. Rev. Joseph Reason his church and choir will visit Wha-co. All day service by singing and praying bands of city. 5 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Lord's Supper followed by revival. Wednesday night Prayer Meeting. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Carey and Baker Streets Rev. A. J. Mitchell, D. D., Pastor Parsonage 1363 N. Calhoun St 6.30 a. m., Class. Thomas Lane. Leader. "1 a. m. Sermon by pastor, subject, 'The Land of Beginning Again.' 2.30 p. m., Sunday School, Penry Johnson, Supt. 5 p. m. Epworth League. Chas. Pulley, Pres. 8 p. m. Sermon by Rev. D. W. Hays D. D., District Supt. Children's church every Friday, 4.30. CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Streets Rev. N. M. Carroll, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m. Preaching by Rev. Prof G. A. Johnson of Morgan College. Holy Communion. 8 p. m., Epworth League 8 p. m., Rev. Ernest Lyon, D. D., LL. D., pastor of John Wesley M. E. Church. His choir and congregation invited. Minister's Wive's Concert Mon. night. ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH East 23rd Street Rev. R. A. Green Pastor 11 a. m. Preaching. 2 30 p. m. Sunday chool. 7 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Pastor and Communion Service. Mr. H. M. Washington. Supt. Mrs. E. p. Fuller. Pres. Ladies Aid. Mrs. Jeise Gall. Pres. E. L. Miss Ida Williams. Supt. Jr. Epworth League. Mr. K. D. Ragland. Pres. of Brother hood. PERKINS SQ. BAPTIST CHURCHt 11 a. m. Pastor. Subject, "What Is Meant By A True Baptist." 3 p. m. Rev. S. K. Hughes of What coat M. E., his choir and congregation 7 80 p. m. Special sermon by pastor "Christian Liberty." BALTIMORE PHOTOGRAPHIC Picture Copies Enlarged Studio Hours—10.30 to 11.30 A. M. 2.30 to 5.30 P. M. 103 W. All Saints Street ANNAPOLIS, MD. W. GRINAGE. Mrs. William H. Wilson, of 847 China street, recently returned from a visit to her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo Miles, of Simpsonville, Md. PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER A SUCCESSFUL NEW MODEL FOR THE COMPLEXION BALLON MELANIN SKIN. ASSIGNMENT JADON J. HAWKES CO. ATLANTA, GA. The Palmer's Skin Whitener SKIN WHITENER PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER 25c Delivered Clears and Bleaches the Complexion Makes Dark, Brown or Sallow Skin Whiter Good for Pimples and Rough Skin Get the Original and Genuine Made Only by JACOBS' PHARMACY ATLANTA, GA. AGENTS WANTED. Write For Terms. ME. MORIAH A. M. E. CHUECH Rev. James A. Briscoe, Pastor. 72 Franklin Street Annapolis, Md. Sunday December 5th, Annapolis Day Rev. McDuffie the 'Sent Man' is here 6 a.m. Converts first communion. 11 a.m. The people's choice, P. E. or McDuffie. 3 a.m. Salmon by Rev. McDuffie to all the town. 8 p.m. Farewell Sermon by Rev. McDuffie. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Lan vale Stre Rev. J. W. Sanders, D. D., Pasto. Sunday-December 5th 8 p. m. Sermon, "Christ and Bus- Relation to Business." Business men and all others invited. Look out for Sunday night Dec. 12. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle Street Rev. S. M. Johnson, D. D., Pastor 6.30 a. m., Early Meeting Solomon Holmes, Leader. 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sabbath School. 3 p. m. Sermon by Rev. J. W. E. Nash. D. D. M. D., C. B., the great evangelist of Richmond, Va to the Young People's Volunteer Association, 6.30 p. m. A. C. E. League, 7.30 p. m. Sermon by the pastor. Bishop John Albert Johnson will be here December 19th and 20th. ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington and Carlton Streets Rev. P. J. Jordan, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. Friends and visitors cordially invited, 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. Parents and guardians are invited. 4.30 p. m. Allen C. E. League, Mnisical, Intellectual, Spiritual. 8 p. m. Sermon and Communion. We welcome strangers. GILLIS MEM. M. P. CHURCH Stockton St. near W. Baltimore St. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor 10 a. m. Class. 11 a. m. Stranger. 2 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m. Sermon to the United Order of Good Hope. 6 30 p. m. Christian Endeavor. 8 p. m. Communion. Mrs. Hattie Woods, Pres. C. E. T. H. McCowan, Supri. ST. LUKES U. A. M. E. CHURCH Spring St. near KeElderry St. Rev. Luther F. Smith, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2 p. m. Sunday School. 7 p. m. Spencer's C. E. League led by Miss Gracie Jordan. 8 p.m. Special sermon by pastor and sacrament of Lord's Supper. Tuesday night class meeting. Friday night prayer meeting. Cor, Orchard and Tessier Streets Rev, L. C. Curtis, D. D. Pastor Parsonage: 1232 Argyle Ave. 11 a. M. Sermon by the Pastor. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 4 a. m. Class meeting. WEDNESDAY night Class. We thank you for the total amoun- raised in Rally which closed last Sun- day $607 75. Frederick Dabney, Sec'y. C. H. Hanley, Treas. MT. HOPE INDEPENDENT M. & CHURCH Sunday December 5th, 1915 10.30 a. m. Neighborhood抚师的 11 a m. Preaching by the pastor 2.30 p.m. Sunday School. 8 p. m., Preaching. Orleans and Ann Sts. Rev. C. kdw Browne, Pastor. Residence: 1611 McElderry St. 9 a. m., Class. 11 a. m. Sermon by the Pastor and Holy Communion. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School 3.30 p. m. Sermon to the Sr., Stewardesses Board by a Strauger. 5 p. m. League. 8 p. m. Sermon by the Pastor and Holy Communion. Tues. and Wed. night class. Friday night prayer meeting. Clifford Perry, Clerk. 3RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Robert Street G. P. Rodgers, Pastor Sabbath (Saturday) Service Sabbath School 10 a. m. Preaching Service 11.30 a. m. 11 Vesper Service 3.30 p. m. Sermon Surd night December 5th 8 p. m, subject, "The Humility of Christ. Y. L. V. M. program 8 to 8 p. m. All are invited to be present. C. Y. W. C. A. 1200 Druid Hil Avenue Service from 5 to 6 p. m. Sunday December 5th. Program by the Temperature Committee Splendid music by Morgan College students. Recitation by Miss Ida Johnson. Address, Mrs. D G. Mack. Mrs. Annie Thomas, presiding, Come and bring a friend. Miss C. Davage, President Miss E. E. Bright, Secretary, Mrs. H. C. Smith, Gen'l Secy. Mrs. C. G. Cummings, Chr. Com. MIT. (ALVARY FIRST INDEPENDENT DENT M. E. CHURCH GALILEAN FISHERMEN HALL Biddle St., near Madison Ave. Rev James L. Williams, Pastor Residence 514 W. Biddle St. 11 a. m., Special Sermon by pastor. 2.30 p.m., Sabbath School. All children invited. 4 p.m., Class. James Moore, leader. 8 p.m., Special sermon by Pastor. Everybody welcome. Good music. Bro. Walter Howard. Church Clerk. Bro. Raymond Carter, secretary of the Official Board. Bro. Richard Johnson, Chorister Y. M. C. A. NOTES Y. M. C. A. WORKERS COLLECT $600 IN EIGHT DAYS SI400 SHORT NOVEMBER 29 On November 29th, the Y. M. C. A. collectors had reached the $600 mark, with every indication of turning the trick before the time limit. The workers were more enthusiastic than ever, and each reportowed keen, interest and much bor. Division A headed by George F. F. McMechen, and better known to the campaigners as "Wind Jammers", kept the interest high. Division A was leading, with Division D, headed by Dr. T. S. Hawkins, close second, and Division D had planned to forge ahead. Division E headed by James W. Hughes was a puzzle, as no one knew what trick they would turn making their report, for every one admits that Division E has shrewd collectors connected with it. The surprise of the evening was the sudden spurt of Division C headed by John W. Rich. This division was practically out of the running until Chairman Rich reported $126. in a lump. The men sat up and took notice, and at once commenced to plan for a keener competition among the divisions. Each chairman made a short speech to the workers, admonishing them to get the money. Stick to it and fight to a finish. Each man was confident that his division would collect the $400 required. The slogan adopted is "Get the money." On November 29th, the divisions stood as follows: Division D headed by Dr. T. S. Hawkins. Workers—Dr. W. H. Wright, Dr. Benjamin F. Brown, Wm. C. McCard, Dr. Harry F. Brown, Dr. Luther McNeil, Ralph V. Cook, Wm. L. Fitzgerald, D O. W. Holmes, C. L. Favis, Dr. Sayles, J. Atrush Turner, Wm. Anderson, I. N. Ross, Jr., Lewis Russell, Wm. T. Bell, Daniel H. Murphy, J. Clarence Chambers, Carlos C. Jennings, Isaac C. Reddie. Amount collected $142.00. Division C headed by John W. Rich. Workers—Wm. T. Griggs, George S. Whyte, W. W. Neal, Irving Hughes, Roscoe D. Price, Thomas/F. Jones, Philip S. Pratt, George W. Henry, W. B. Day, J. W. Nixon, Henry Deman, Noah S. Hill, R. A. Frye, H. A. Blackwell, L. V. Moore, J. W. Nicholas. Amount collected $141.00. Division A headed by George W. F. McMechen. Workers—W. H. Langley, Dr. H. S. McCard, Joseph Press, Fearless Williams, Robert Sorrell, John W. Carter, Dr. B. M. Rhetta, Thomas J. Smith, Stewart Butler, Charles Tolson, Wm. E. Young, Lewis E. Williams, Wilbert J. Henry, John H. Goldsborough, Dr. R. G. Baker, J. Howard Tolson, George Brent, David E. Green, John E. Fuller, Norman Bishop, W. H. Butler, Amount collected $125.50. Division E headed by James W. Hughes. Workers—Harry T. Pratt, Luther C. Mitchell, Herbert M.risby, Charles H. Johnson, Harry O. Wilson, L. Clark Smith. Truly Hatchett, Dr. J. C. Robinson, Dr. E. Mayfield Boyle, Clarence Marshall, George B. Murphy, Allen Collick, Wm. Kent, Evans Fermnis, Dr. J. Edward Fisher, Solomon Dcoursey, Dr. O. D. Jones, Milton N. Whyte, James F. Fessendon, J. Wesley Chester. Amount collected $115.00. Division B headed by J.P. Evans. Workers—Thomas H. Smith, Walter Thornton, Dr. Jesse Wilkins, D. J. Lewis, H. R. Williams, Samuel P. Williams, Wilson Brown, J. E. Pitts, Wm. A. Hill, Eli McCloud, Dennis Hall, J. W. Woodhouse, J. C. Caldwell, Winfort Braxton, Dr. H. E. Young, Emerson Hillen, William Booker, Walter Pinderhughes, J. Henry Hale. Amount collected $35.00. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING DECEMBER 16 The annual membership meeting for the purpose of electing four men to serve on the Board of Directors will be held at the Association Building Thursday evening, December 16th at 8:30 p. m. All men who have not paid their annual dues are asked to pay up, so that they may have a vote in the annual election. The annual fee is $1.00 and it must be paid in advance. Now is the time to join, and renew your interest in the work. Treat yourself to a membership for Christmas. You will never regret the investment. Try it. The Sunday School Teachers' Class meets every Saturday evening at 8 p. m. at the Y. M. C. A. Building. This class is open to everyone, and especially to those who teach on Sunday, and find it impossible to go over the lesson elsewhere. Rev. Arthur Randall, a close student of biblical history, teaches the class. The membership in the class is not confined to any one denomination, but to all. The policy of the Young Men's Christian Association is against class spirit—big I and little you; but places all men in the Brotherhood on the one level—a man. If you need any information concerning this class, call Mad. 1120. TO HOLD MEMORIAL SERVICES IN HONOR OF THE LATE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH DECEMBER 5, 4 P. M. The colored men's department of the Young Men's Christian Association feels duty-bound to pause and join with the host of American citizens in paying a tribute of praise to the memory of Dr. Booker T. Washington. The management of the Druid Hill Avenue Branch deems it quite fitting to follow the policy of the great Brotherhood by devoting SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5th to a special public service. The meeting will be held at Grace Presbyterian Church at 4 p. m. Every member of the association and every lover of our great fallen hero is expected to share in this service, Sunday. The program in part is as follows:— 1. Singing "How Firm a Foundation" 2. Scripture reading—Rev. W. E. Williams, pastor of the church. 3. Singing—"Lead, Kindly Light" 4. Prayer—Thomas H. Smith. 5. Singing—"Swing Low, Sweet Charriot"—Alphian Glee Club of the Young Men's Christian Association. 6. Address—John H. Murphy, Sr. 7. Address—Harry T. Pratt. 8. Singing—Melody by the Glee Club. 9. Address—Dean Wm. Pickens of Morgan College 10. Resolutions—Read by James A. B. Callis, president of colored branch. 11. Singing—"Nearer,my God, to Thee." 12. Contribution. 12. Contribution. 13. Singing—Dr. Washington's favorite hymn. 14. Benediction. PORT DEPOSIT ITEMS Port Deposit, Md., Dec. 2.—Josiah Jones died at his home on last Saturday morning, after a long illness. His funeral which took place Tuesday afternoon was very largely attended. The Susquehanna Glee Club sang a few of his favorite selections. The Susquehanna Glee Club wishes to announce that they will not recognize any challenges. Rev. L. T. Robbins of Howard M. E. Church wishes to announce that the third Sunday in December will be set apart as woman's day. The children of Cokesbury Sunday School gave a drama on last Thursday night entitled "The Disappointed Bride," which was attended largely. Mr. David Smith of Cokesbury, Md., has purchased a new site of land opposite the church on which to construct a new home. EASTON JOTTINGS Easton, Md., Dec. 2.—There was a grand birthday and Thanksgiving dinner given by Mrs. Mary Warner and Mr. Charles Foreman at the residence of Mrs. Henrietta Hockins on S. Higgens street Thursday, November 25. The invited guests were Mrs. John Benson, Mr. G. V. Henry, Mrs. Emma Thomas, Mr. Joseph Smallwood, Mr. Frank Thomas, Mr. Alfred Sprouse. Miss Sarah Jenkins has returned to Baltimore after spending the summer at Bloomfield, Md., with Mrs. W. M. Dixon and a few days visiting her father, Perry Jenkins at Royal Oak. The Lyric Concert Band made its first appearance at Chestertown, Monday November 29, Dr. W. M. Haig, director. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brooks and their son David, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Johnson at a Thanksgiving dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Price were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Madan. The mock conference at Bethel A. M. E. Church was a great success. Mrs. Effie Raisin spent Thanksgiving visiting friends in Easton. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER MOTON FAVORED FOR TUSKEGEE PRINCIPAL. Hampton Institute Official Picked as Washington's Successor. At an informal meeting of the northern members of the board of trustees of the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute, held in New York on Monday, Nov. 22, it was decided to withhold the name of a successor to the late Dr. Booker T. Washington as head of the Tuskegee institute until the full board meets in December. It was announced, however, that the northern members of the board are a unit for Major Robert R. Moton, commandant of cadets at the Hampton (Va.) institute. While due consideration is given to the qualifications of Messrs. Emmett J. Scott and Warren Logan, secretary and treasurer of Tuskegee respectively, it was found that sentiment at the Tuskegee institute also favors the selection of Major Moton to succeed Dr. Washington. For many years Major Moton has traveled with Dr. Washington on educational tours of various southern and northern states. He filled many of the noted educator's important speaking engagements and is thoroughly familiar with the aims and ideas which Dr. Washington held with respect to the future development of the Tuskegee school. Major Moton's selection would not only be welcomed by the faculty and students, but by the whole race. The Booker T. Washington memorial fund will be another subject taken up at the December meeting of the board. There is no doubt of favorable action on the project. One of the tasks of Dr. Washington was the raising of $200,000 a year, and this duty will devolve upon his successor. The purpose of the contemplated memorial is to honor the name of Booker T. Washington, and those who have the interests of Tuskegee at heart believe that can be done in no better way than in the creation of a great fund for the advancement of the work to which Dr. Washington devoted his life. The demand for such an end- during monument to Dr. Washington comes from all over the nation, from white and black alike. This is evidenced by the letters the trustees have receiv- ed since Dr. Washington died. Because of this general desire to honor the educator's memory a nation wide appeal for contri- butions is to be made, and every section will be given an opportu- nity to share in this mark of respect to Dr. Washington's memory. TO WASHINGTON & DOUGLASS According to a morning newspaper, Gov. Fielder of New Jersey heartily approves the selection of December 9 as "Booker Washington Day." Though we deeply lament the death of Dr. Washington, for he was undoubtedly one of the most unique characters before the American public, I fear that in our grief we forget the service rendered by that other great Negro, Frederick Douglass. Mr. Douglass in his day achieved for his race a moral and political recognition that is not yet extinct. He kept from utter annihilation a race just emerging from two centuries of degradation and bondage. Without him the oratory of Wendell Phillips would have been merely oratory, and the journalism of William Lloyd Garrison sensational radicalism. He was the connecting link between the transplanted African and the sentimental abolitionist. He showed the world that in the American Negro himself lay a promise as deep as any in the more fortunate race, and that freedom for such a being would not be merely a question of religion and politics, but of practical application Dr. Washington himself, in his "Up from Slavery," admits the great debt that he owed to Frederick Douglass regarding the question of Negro education. He speaks of Mr. Douglass's letter to Harriet Beecher Stowe, in which the foremost of the black race advocates an education that would fit the masses of the newly emancipated for a place in the industrial world. Upon those views of the haggyman seer of Rochester, Tuskegee was founded. Upon the moral support of a leader who probably was never aware of the work the younger man was accomplishing, Washington succeeded among the leaders of both races in the North. Let us not forget Douglass. If we would give the Negro a national holiday, let it be in honor of both men—Douglass, the Moses of his race, and Washington, the Joshua. —Fenton Johnson, in New York Evening Post. 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. 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Don't think of turning this page until you have asked for immediate treatment that it can do for you what it has done for me. SAM KATZ, Suite K1020 1325 So. Michigan Ave. Chicago, Ill. An Advertisement Here Will Briug Results : Happenings Throughout the State of Maryland: CRISFIELD PERSONALS Crisfield, Md., Dec. 1.—Sunday was a great day at Siliho M. E. Church. Rev J. T. Wallace preached a very good sermon to a large congregation. The Sunday School has taken new life. Many of our young folks have begun to attend. Mr. George Jones was called to Baltimore to take charge of the body of his sister, Miss Jennie Jones, who died in the disaster aboard the Steamer Tivola on last Friday night. Mr. Jones has our sympathy in his hour of grief. Some of the residents here have not returned home as yet, but we trust they will make their appearance as there is much uneasiness about them. Crisfield Pride Lodge of Elks will hold their memorial service at Union Asbury M. E. Church Sunday, December 5th, at 2:30 p. m. Rev. S. T. Parker of Nanticoke, Md., will preach the sermon. SNOW HILL ITEMS Snow Hill, Md., Dec. 2.—Mr. William Stevenson, a deacon in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, died Wednesday morning and was buried in the Mt. Zion Baptist Cemetery Friday afternoon, Rev. E. J. Henry officiating. Mrs. Vicie Taylor died Wednesday morning and was buried Sunday morning in the Cool Spring Cemetery. Rev. Charles Spencer officiated. Mr. and Mrs. James Taylor of Philadelphia, Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Taylor of Philadelphia, attended the funeral of their mother, Mrs. Vica Taylor Sunday. Mr. Thomas Bishop died Saturday and was buried Sunday in the Cool Spring Cemetery. His wife is not expected to live. Mr. Bishop and his wife had pneumonia. E. J. Henry, Miss Annie Handy, Miss Helen Yeager and Miss Mabel Molock spent three days in Salisbury last week attending the Tri-County Institute for teachers. Mr. Samuel Tingle spent two days in Salisbury last week while the Tri-County Institute was in session Mrs. Charles Waters,Mrs. Hattie Waters,Miss Violet Water and Miss Helen Year motored to Pocomoke City Sunday. We are very glad that all of the crew of the steamer Tivoli that was burned Friday night on the Chesapeake Bay, who belong here, are home. Miss Lelia Tull, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Mary Matthews, returned home Thursday accompanied by Mrs. Grace Holland and Mrs. John Matthews and children. Mr. Hampton Rounds and Mr. Elmo Porter have opened a tailor shop on Federal Street. LONG GREEN NEWS Long Green, Md., Dec. 2.—Rev. W. T. Brown preached the annual sermon to the Ladies Mite Missionary Society of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church Sunday morning. Miss Mary Beale, of Baltimore, read a paper to the Mite Missionary Society of Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church Sunday. At night she addressed the Allen League. Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Jones of Falls Road and Mr. Albert Wood spent Thanksgiving with their brother, Mr. Howard E. Wood. Mrs. Hattie Cromwell, of Baldwin, spent Thanksgiving visiting relatives in Philadelphia. Mrs. Florence Foster spent Thanksgiving with Mr. and Mrs. Smith of 1146 Carrolton avenue, Baltimore. Mr. Howard E. Wood met with a painful accident several days ago by having his foot mashed. Mrs. Maggie M. Levere of 324 W. Hoffman street, Baltimore, wa the week-end guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Winder. Miss Mary Beale of Baltimore, and Rev. W. T. Brown were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Harvey, Sr., last Sunday. Mrs. Mamie Anderson of Oakland, Md., spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. Charles Quickley. Little Miss Marguery Cornish, of 224 W. Hoffman street, Baltimore; spent the week-end with her great aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Winder. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Proctor, of Sunnybrooke entertained Mr. and Mrs. John Proctor and family, of Riderwood at tea on last Sunday. Mrs Kijiah Wells, of Brooklandville was the week-end guest of her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Galloway, of Sunnybrooke. Mr. Samuel Purvines of Loch- raven, met with a painful accident last Saturday morning at the marble quarry at Summerfields where he is employed. Mrs. Maggie Quickley spent the week-end with her parents at Lochraven. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Norris of Hartley and left a fine baby girl. Miss Gertrude Purvines of Lochraven, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Maggie Quickley, of Towson, on last Tuesday. Mr. John Proctor, Mrs. Hanna Dockins, Master Morris Winder and little Miss Dental Levere are all very much indisposed. Others on the sick list are Mrs. Mary Quickley, Mr. James Hawkins and Mr. Arch Smith. NEWS FROM CECILTON Cecilton, Md., Dec. 2. — Thanksgiving Day services were largely attended at Union Bethel A. M. E. Church. At night Class No. 4 Howard Young, leader, gave a very successful entertainment in the Church hall. The Frances Cornet Band furnished music. Miss J.L. Clark spent the Thanksgiving holidays visiting her mother and friends in Washington, D. C. Miss Mary Byrd spent Thanksgiving visiting her mother and friends in Wilmington, Del. Mrs. Mollie A. Wilson and Miss Elnora Brooks spent the week-end in Roseville, Md. Mr. John W. and Mrs. Thompson Mrs. Hattie Jones, and Mrs. Laura Green of Wilmington, Del., were the guests of Mrs. Martha Ruley during the Thanksgiving week. Mrs. Sara Henson of Baltimore spent a part of last week as the guest of Mrs. Benjamin Harris Mrs. Fanny Jennings, of Philadelphia, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Annie Shelton, who is quite sick at the residence of her father, Mr. Thomas Francis, on Church street. Mrs. Mary J. Ruley has moved from Bohemia avenue to the Young residence on Wilson street. Miss Mabel Siscoe, Mrs. L. J. Wallace, Mrs. Landonia Wilson and Mr. Frank Wilson are on the sick list. Girls' day was observed in Union Bethel Church Sunday. The three services were well conducted by the girls. POCOMOKE JOTTINGS Pocomoke City, Md., Dec. 2. Rev. J. W. Bond preached an interesting sermon at the Thanksgiving services in Mt. Zion Church Thursday morning. Mr. Otho Hargis and Miss Minnie Spence of Pocomoke City and Mr. John Roberts and Miss Helen Sterling of Virginia were joined in wedlock by Rev. Bond during the week. A large congregation attended services Sunday morning to hear Dr. Bond preached from the text, "Be Sure Your Sins Will Find You Out." Rev. S. H Cooper, presiding eler of the Easton District, preached at Ebenezer Mission in the morning and at Georgetown in the afternoon and at night at St. John's Church. Mrs. O. G. Flamer of Denton, Md., spent her Thanksgiving holidays with her son-in-law and daughter, Rev. and Mrs. E. T. Addison. Rev. J. D. Johnson of the Philadelphia Conference, who was in attendance at the dedication of the A. M. E. Church at Berlin, Md., Sunday, motored to this city Monday and was guest of his brother-in-law. Rev. E. T. Addison. Mr. Levi Wessells and Miss Georgianna Byrd of Parksley, Va., were quietly married at the home of Mr. and Mrs James Bailey, Jr., Rev. E. T. Addison performed the ceremony. Quarterly conference was held on Monday night and the report shows every department in a prosperous condition. Seventeen conversions and nearly $400 collected this quarter. A reception was tendered the presiding elder by the stewardesses. Mr. Brice Cottman of Philadelphia was the guest of his brother, Mr. Gilbert Cottman on Monday night. Mr. John Harmon of Belle-Haven, Va., was guest of Mr. John E. Gunby the early part of the week. Mrs. Middie Ducan of Salisbury is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Annie Robins. Mr. Samuel Gardner of Crisfield spent a few days in this city last week. Mr. Frank Quinn of Cape Charles, Va., spent the holiday with his family here. Mr. Joshua Cropper is still confined to his home. THE AFRO-AMERICAN LEDGER TOWSON JOTTINGS Towson, Md., December 1.—The Mortgage Rally of Mt. Calvary A. M. E. Church, closes Sunday, December 12th. Rev. Arthur G.C. Randall, will preach a special sermon on the Fourth Word which Christ spoke on the Cross Sunday. Mrs. Fannie R. Young will give a unique goat party Thursday at her residence, 9 Lennox avenue. The Alphian Glee Club will give a concert at Mt. Calvary Church Friday. Rev. Dr. M. J. Naylor, pastor of Sharp Street M. E. Church delivered a powerful message at Mt. Calvary Church last Sunday afternoon. The fair held at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church ended Friday evening of last week. It was a great success Rev. W. N. Edwards, pastor of St. James Church, his choir and congregation conducted the 3 p. m. service at the Mt. Olivet Church last Sunday. At 8 p. m. Rev. D. R. Powell, pastor, preached to all the organizations of the church. Mr. George Tyler is reporting the news of the Baptist Church to the Towson reporter. A beautiful dinner party was given last Sunday at the residence of Mrs. Mattie Quickly, 203 Chesapeake avenue. Covers were,laid for nine. The house was beautifully decorated with chrysanthemums. A free dinner was served at the Alms House Thanksgiving day by the Federated Sister's Club of Towson. Before dinner was served a short song service was held; then Rev. W. N. Edwards, pastor of James Church, preached a very delightful sermon. Rev. Edwards preached at Providence A. U. M. P. Church, Elkton, Md., the first Sunday evening for Rev. Dr. Rector, the pastor. Rev. Kenny Barnes of Mt. Olivet Church preached at St. James Church in the absence of its pastor. The pastor, choir and congregation of St. James Church had charge of the afternoon services at Mt. Olivet Church, last Sunday. St. James Church will open its annual fair Saturday night, December 25th. Rev. D. R. Powell, his choir and his congregation will hold the afternoon service at St. James Church Sunday. TRAPPE HAPPENINGS Trappe, Md., Dec. 2.—Brother Addison Bantom preached Sunday morning. Miss M. V. Thomas was in Baltimore last week. Miss Elma Palmer was the guest of Mrs. Eliza Scott last week. Miss Mina Fisher left last week for Landsdown, Pa., where she will spend some time. The funeral of Mr. George A. Delihay was held from Scotts M. E. Church Friday. He died Tuesday. Misses Malyou and Elsie Roberts were the guests of Miss Ismal Pinder Thursday and Friday of last week. Miss Mary E. Hammond of Oxford, was the week-end guest of Miss Mary McDaniel. Elmer Young, of Oxford was the guest of Argalu Young Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Scott were the dinner guests of Mrs. Eliza Scott Sunday. Miss Littie Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Leads Mills of Atlantic City, Mr. Charles Cornish and Mr. D. H. Bantom of Oxford, Md., were viistors at our church Sunday. Mr. Abraham Dilehay, of Camden, N. J., was called home to the death bed of of his father. Miss Grace Landmon entertained Misses Elma Palmer, Minnie Scott, and Mr. Carroll McDaniel at six o'clock tea Saturday evening. Mrs. Rosie Askins was the guest of Mrs. Addie McDaniel Friday. Mrs. Ardella Nixon and family of Easton, Md., spent Saturday and Sunday as the guests of Mrs. Mamie Nixon. Mrs. Isabelia Magloten is on the sick list. COCKEYSVILLE NOTES Cockeysville, Md., Dec. 2.—The Oyster supper held at Odd Fellows Hall Thanksgiving night under the auspices of Miss Edna F. Foote and company, was a great success. Mr. L. J. Pennington and Rev. W. T. Brown were dinner guests on Thanksgiving day of Mrs. Edith Johnson and family. Mrs. Bond Robinson and Mrs. Jane Ayers of Summerfield, Md., visited relatives and friends here Thanksgiving day. Mrs. John H. Diggs, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Foote, all of Bali- Bu more, attended the oyster supper here Thanksgiving night. Miss E. G. Shaw, who spent Thanksgiving with her parents, in Washington has returned to her school. Mesdams Amanda Tucker, Gertrude M. Walker. Miss Edna F. Foote and Mr. Rufus Tucker attended the oyster supper at Monkton Saturday night of last week. Mr. John L. Foote, Sr., is quite ill. Miss Louise Johnson spent Saturday and Sunday with her grandparents at Mt. Washington. SYKESVILLE BRIEFS Sykesville, Md., Dec. 2.—The Ladies' Aid of St. Luke's Church held a largely attended oyster supper on Thanksgiving night. The third quarterly conference was held at Johnsville on last Saturday. $280 has been paid to the pastor during this quarter. Rev. Moore presided. The teachers of Carroll county will hold a meeting at Westminister next Friday. Mr. Westley Moore will spend the winter with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. Edwards. Miss Gussie Thompson spent several days at the home of Mrs. Collins. Master Randolph Bowman] was buried from White Rock on last Wednesday. DENTON ITEMS Denton, Md., Dec. 2.—Services were well attended Sunday morning at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Rev. J. H. Fitchett, pastor. The Y. P. P. C. gave a mock district conference on Thanksgiving night. Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Bailey gave a Thanksgiving dinner Thursday afternoon. Those invited were Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Bailey, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Holland. Miss Marie Bailey gave a dinner in honor of her guests Mr. Monroe Lee of Seaford, Del., and her cousins, Miss Beatrice Bailey, Mr. Stephen Bailey, Mr. Mitchell Casson and Misses Mabel and Sarah Williams. Mrs. G. Flamer left Friday for Pocomoke City, Md., where she will visit her daughter, Mrs. E. T. Addison Mr. H. Smith, principal of Colored High School, spent the holidays in Hampton, Va. Miss Cornelia Fountain is spending a few days in Philadelphia. Mrs. Sara Carter spent Thanksgiving day at Dover where she visited the State College which her granddaughter is now a student. Mr. Harry Thomas Norman and Charlie Wayman, Robert Driver motored on Thanksgiving day to Dover. Mrs. Bolden of Unionville, Md., is visiting Rev. and Mrs. Fitchett. Our agent for the Afro-American is reported to be on the sick list. DEAL'S ISLAND JOTTINGS Deal's Island, Md., Dec. 2.—Mrs. Susan Anderson was taken to Baltimore Hospital Monday. Prof. Jose Hayman attended the County Institute in Salisbury, Md. County Institute in Salisbury, Md. Mr. James Williams, Mrs. Edith Wilson, Mrs. Geneva Milbourn and Mr. Wesley Hughes are on the sick list. Mr. Wesley Wallace was in Princess Anne on business. Mr. Isaac Wallace, Mrs. Hannah Denolo and Mrs. Elnora Burnett visited the sick sister in Salisbury. Miss Hazel Cottman's birthday party was largely attended. She received many presents. 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By a group of gentlemen at the home of Mr. Homer Taylor, 1427 Myrtle avenue. The ladies begun to arrive at 2:30 o’clock. A most. wonderful overture was played while the guests were being ushered in the dining room. Dinner was served prompt: ly at 3:00 o'clock. The table was decorated’ with white and yellow chrysanthemums and Thanksgiving plate cards, The king bird was al- go on hand bearing a card welcom- ing the Phoenix. Many handsome evening gowns were worn, Mr. Harry Procter, president of the In. dependence order of Owls, recited a few of his favorite poems. Those present were as follows: Mrs, Mable Taylor, Susie Stansbury, Annette Lacato, Mamie Deshields, Alice Barnes, Janie Shorter, Helen Shorter, Dora Perry, Goldey Me- Intosh, Margaret Moore, Misses Cora Stanley, Gertrude Hopkins, Gertrude Stanley, Maud Chestly, Majorey Stanley, Messrs. Daniel Moore, Mack Melntosh, Arthur Stansbury, Oscar Shorter, Homer Taylor, Edward Deshields, Clarence ‘Beads, Harrison Shorter,’ William Lacato. é _ Between the hours of Sand 9 o'clock they were again served with ices, cake and coffee. The remain- der of, the evening was spent in singing, games and dancing. AN ELABORATE DINNER A very elaborate dinner was given by Mr. Brooklyn Fountain of 628 W. Lanvale street on last Saturday, November 29th, in_ honor of the Thanksgiving Festivities. The din- ing room/was tastefully decorated and the /guests were: bountifully served ayfd enjoyed a pleasant even- ing. P CARD OF THANKS ‘TYle pastor and official board of Mtf Calvary First Independent M. E/Church, Rev. James L, Williams, tor, wishes to thank the mem- ers and friends for their liberal contribution in the Woman’s Day Rally; also. thanking Rev. Sis. Mot- Jey for her able sermon delivered atila,m. At 3.30 p. m., Rev. Ida Nelson, the well known female pulpit orator, her choir and con- gregation were present, Amount raised $50.19. Florence Carter, chairman. p CAPT, WH. H. PETERS DEAD Captain William. H. Peters, of Jonestown, Howard county, Md., died suddenly on Friday, November 26th, aged seventy; years. His fanerul tock place on Monday November 29th, at twelve o’clock, from Easton’s funeral parlors, Elli- cott. City, Md. Interment was made at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. . 1 > —— DIED AFTER A THREE MONTHS’ ILLNESS On December 1, 1915, Willie.N. M. Campbell, eldest son of Dr. David N. E. Campbell, ‘died at Mercy Hospital,after three months’ illness from Typhoid fever. Funeral services will be conducted from his home, 1869 N. Carey street, Decem- ber 4, at 2 p.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend, the funeral. AN QED CHURCH WORKER BEAD + Mrs. Jennie Jonnson, 20r many years an active member of St. John’s A.M. E. Church, died at her. late home, 737 W. Muiberry \street, last Saturday. She was born yn this city fifty years ago. \The-deceased is survived by her husband, James Johnson; one son, Fearless Johnson; two daughters, Mrs. Edna Bailey and.Mrs. Naomi “Johnson ; one sister and two grand- children, i " Puneral services were held at St, “John’s Church Tuesday afternnoon; Rey: P.. W. Wortham officiating. “Tntgrment was in Laurel Cemetery, “<NOTICE—There will be a. special gremon'preached ‘at First Baptist “Churdh;:cornerMcElderry and Caro- ‘line’stireets. Friday, December 10, “by. -ReivDickerson; D. D.; subject “Jonah Going to Ninevah.”” © Mitel: Alice Duger. spent, Thanks etvingt in Atlantic City ei! a oo, PERSONAL NOTES Mrs. GC. V. Page, who has been seriously ill. at her residence for the past four weeks, is slowly im- proving, = _ P ‘Mr. Raymond T. Carpenter hav" ing spent Thanksgiving tilays with his parents, has rett 1<« to ‘Lincoln Univeristy, where + ¥l resume his studies. Miss Rose Mead of Yor. !@s who atfer having spent a mc b 2 joyable Thanksgiving holid vs as the guest of MissVivian V. ¢.1r- penter of Druid Hill avenu: . 11s returaed hom Mr, James Baltimore, of 'ists- burg has been visiting his_ mo ter- in-law, Mrs. Lottie Murray of Belvedere street. Kerr’s and Blake’s Orches + as St. Mary’s Hall (Monday a‘ er Christmas) December 27; Frilw (New Year's Eve) December “Bist, from 6 to 2, Purviance. Mrs. F. A. Nelson, of Hampton, Va,, is visiting her cousins; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Jones, of 1410 Mrytle avenue. Rev. W. C. Thompson, pastor of Mt. Zion M. E. Chruch, Washing- ton,D.C., was in the city this week attending the special services at Morgan College. Prof. Phineas E. Gordy, of Salis- bury was in the city this week and avisitor to the Afro-American office. Kerr’s and Blake’s Orchestras at St, Mary’s Hall, (Monday after Christmas) December 27th; Friday (New Year's Eve) December 31st, oe 6 to 2, Purviance. Mrs. Roberson and sister," Miss ‘Williams, and Mr: .Pau! King, of Chambersburg, ‘Pa., have returned pone after visiting Mr. and Mrs, John C. Wilson, of 519 Laurens street, Be UN Mr. and Mrs, Wm. Johnson, Mr. Lewis Mitchell, of 1320 N. Carey street,spent Thanksgiving in Wash- ington,D. C. Miss Jennie Harris of New York spent last week with Mrs. R. H. Harris, of 1024 Argyle avenue. Mrs, Addison Williams of 840 Vine street visited her sister-in- law, Mrs. Henry Nicholson, of amon, last week. Mr. M. E. Williams, of 1024 Argyle avenue spent, Thanksgiving Jat Chase City, Va. | The Helping Hand Department of the Young Women’s Christian Association wish to extend their thank to the kind friends who so ably assisted them in making their Thnksgiving Donation Day. a suc- cess, Forty-nine baskets of grocer- jes and food were tken into homes to gladden their Thanksgiving. One of the prettiest weddings ot the season took place on November 24th when Madam Helen A. Cooper and Captain Marcus Dean were joined in wedlock by Revs. N. M. Carroll. and Rev. S. R Virgil. To the strains of Mendelssohn’s wed- ding march for four hands. played by Mrs, Laura Marshal and Miss Clara Stanley, the bride entered the parlor. on the arm of her brother, Mr. Thomas E, Gibson,by whom he was given in marriage. Her only attendant was her niece Mrs. Edna /K. Randolph of New York. Mr. Peter Testman was the best man. ‘The house was elaborately decorat- ed with palms, ferns and white eryantbemnoms The bride wore a handsome gown of duchess lace over and ‘colored silk, with trim- mings of silver lace and tule, and carried white crysanthemums, The presents were numerous and valu- able, having been sent from New York, Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Richmond, Petersburg and Sparrows ‘Point. The couple will reside at “ N. Eden street. TEMPLARS ELECT OFFICERS. The Grand Commandery, Amgnts Templar, also elected and installed the following officers: Columbus Gordon, grand commander; Perry P. Lankford, deputy grand com- mander; Harry Franklin,” grand generalisimo; Catto Jones grand eaptain general; R. B. Marriott, grand prelate; Joseph A. Jackson, grand treasurer; Thomas A. Dodd, grand recorder. “SPECIAL SERMON TO THE Landmark Ledge Ne. 40 P.& A Nacanc At St: Luke A.M. EB. Church, Bllieott City; Md, Sermon by the pastor; Rev. A.A. Murray. The Grand’ Lafige and Subordinates are all invi ed’, Address’ will be deliv- éred “by Joseph'P. Evans, M. W. Grand } as. *r. Howard M. Duvall, WeM, ‘Janes “A. Harridy,' secre taryie-: Sect aae es AARO-AMERICAN LEDGE R thn 40 You Don’t a: BUY ms BAI \ vow Sea tW ili €con Le eet eibeaL a, | eA Too oe, ‘LATE “Se. To Secure One of Those Beautiful Buildin,; Lots siipaiccacoantinacana BAT: ,aulaacsisenpinit wPATAPSCO PARK... That beautiful strictly colored suburb to sec. e your building site for your future home: Out ia ik: open. Free from unhealthy and narrow streets: Low taxes and no ground rents. Prices at present extremely low for such valuable property. Patapsco Park Land Company 106 LAW BUILDING . Phone St. Paul 3119 BALTIMORE, MD. NOTICE TO EAST BALTIMOREANS! Ladies and Gentlemen: Don’t fail to get the Afro-American every Saturday night when you go to market at Forrest and Hillen Sts., from 5.80 to 11.30 P. M. West Baltimoreans: _ As usual I will have your paper, the Afro-American Ledger, on sale at the drug ‘store, corner Lexington and Pine Sts.; also Lexington and Pearl Sts. : Respectfully yours, 7 ISAAC C. BANNISTER, 1911 McCULLOH STREET, Phone: Madison 3637 W.. BALTIMORE, MD. ee ..In A Queen’s Rally... AT NAZARITE HALL, Calvert St., Near Centre THURSDAY EVENING, DEC. 9th, 1915, AT 8 O'CLOCK Come and see the Lord Chamberlaine, Queens, Maids, Pages and Flower Girls in all their beauty. The Herald, Mrs. Jennie H. Koss, will announce the com- ing of the Queens. ‘Kit persons holding Rally Cards will please report to their Queen on this evening, ‘The Queen presentirg the highest amount will receive a Prize. ADMISSION SILVER OFFERING Sixth Annual Men’s Day Celebration and Rally. AT FIRST BAPIST CHURCH Caroline and McElderry Streets Sunday, December 12th, 1915 10 A. M., Devoticnal Exercises. 11 A. M.. Sermon to men by the Pastor. 3.30 P. M., Address by ‘Hon, Harry S. Cummings, City Councilman J7th Ward, subject: “Good Citizenship" 8 P, M., Plat- orm Meeting, Mr. A. I. Pits, Presiding, -A special literary and musical program. Rober Thompson, President George S. Harris, Vice Pres. John 1. Hitchens, Treasurer ‘Emanuel Dixon, Secretary” REY. P. C. NEAL, D. D., Pastor. 6 Read all the News all the Time IN TheAfro~American Fresh News Served Weekly ee TEEN'S RALLY AsuccLSS }«— | WELL-KNOWN CLASS * Queen Rally Success at Ehenezer A. M. E. Church, November 29, 1915. America, Miss Clementine White $12.35 England,Mrs. Nettie Wright UT Germany, Mrs. Jennie Mason 5.17 France, Miss Gertrude 5 Robinson scoeee 16.21 Sweden, Miss Emma De- F shields 52.06 Denmark,Miss Annie Boxdale 5.54 Russia, Mrs. Mary Galloway 24.44 Spain, Miss Beatrice Beads 12.30 Africa, Miss Katie Brown 30.80 Loor receipts 18.14 ‘Total $184.08 Many thanks to the friends and publie in general. ‘Mrs. Mary Calloway, president Mrs. Annie R. Jones, president Progressive Circle. HERT’S DANCING CLASS HONORED A surprise was tendered to Kerr's Wednesday evening dancing class on Wednesday December Ist, by a party of invited guests headed by Mrs, Allen Brown. A very: enjoy- able evening was spent after which ‘an. elaborate repast was ‘served. Kerr’s full orchestra was in attend- ance and dancing was indulged in! until'a late hour. - Mr. Curtis Car penter rendered some of his, choice ‘yoeal ‘selections during the dane: s. Kerr’s Wednesday and Saturday classes: enjoy the distinction of be- jing. the largest as well as the best jeonducted and most orderly classes ‘in the city. i An invitation “is extended to all who: desire to. attend. . Beginners are given special. attention. »CAREY THEATRE. CAREY STREET, NEAR PRESSTMAN f . a SeRay et Tei | eee cn Te ga See Ge 1 | OOS ciate oi oor ere rsh oe aN PM Lac PE ee ve eer ioe Be arene 1 | aebaesreiresne ater iets ctr CNS eine ee or a ee ene lia emer lee cei ae aa : | Exeeeneeees Piette ree Rca fico St mene | (EAP Rie comer eanemminsrer CPM. 5) ky comal | St Scien Meats eeere eo a nga, Dt ee Binet ee Cre tien es oe ee 2 eer peal Ree DH eres (en anya Bees ae fe fore Rees ig oe i 1 ios a Siem een CD ‘eae f if 2 ee aire ; ee Sl See te i eee y Camere an ina Ded Mee Gen if ie | ee ee | eee ene | cde era oen) if 7 ae = Bs. poucy of tnis theatre 1» to chow ail’ First Class’ and the best. first run pictures obtainable, The following are the names of our pictures for ‘this week. Always ask for a program at our theatre. ee ae ae ee ee ee ees MONDAY—A Big Extra Show for our regular admission of 5 cents, “Her ‘Shattered Ido!” a 4 part thrilling comedy, something out ‘of the ordinary. “Hobo’s Nerve” some comical show so don’t miss it. a Hones Nene ne TUESDAY—“NEAL OF .THE NAVY” the ninth episode entitled “The Yellow Peril” Conscience of Juror No. 10 a wonderful picture in 2 long reels. “The Reformer’ some comedy, WEDNESDAY-— Special laughing day with CHARLES CHAPLIN in “A Gentleman of Nerve;” also. funny Ceorge Ovey in “The Little Detective.” “Playing For High Stake” a 2 part Western of many thrills, THURSDAY —“The Blood of Our Brothers” a powerful war drama in 3 parts featuring Crane Wilbur. “Keeping Up With The Joneses.,, Ee nm Sanne sceenneerane mm il | 4, FENNELL’S PHARMACY } We use only Pure and Fresh Drugs and Chemicals in all. our ( Compounding. That’s why we have the confidence of your | Physician. If youare ill, consult your Physician and Jet us compound your prescription at a reasonable price. , l We will introduce our NEW PROFIT SHARIN? SYSTEM whereby | we allow you 5 per cent on your spendings. In other words every | time you epend One Doliar with us you get back five cents. Ask for } your SALE CHECKS for they are worth saving. WE WILL REDEEM CHECKS EVERY MONDAY ] 2% ox MME. WALES WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER ) TT RFVER FAILS. PER BOK. SOC, WALKER'S SHAMPOO S08. GLOSSINE S6t. Weeeeee woe OVERTON'S HGH BROWN PREPARATIONS Which wear selng in lange quantities, Try ther High Brown FACE POWDERS | ) We send goods by PARCEL SOS soars” ofthseauntry | We invite youto deal | FENNELL'S 4 | AUlSY AOANER Druid Hill Ave. | + {HE at Biddle St FVUVTVYEVYVVEVYYYYVITUTYVe VUVIVIVUUYYVYU IOUT UVa e. > C. & P. Phone Madison 3224 M ; x ¢ > JamesF. Hall: > | : ; Mt. 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This fuseral cost elsewhere..oovssveos sossesesssrresrrnseerssnssieee DLIG0O My priee$73.00......875.00 Saving you $61.00.....863.00 ‘Other Funeraus aa low 85 $25, $35, $40, $50, Higher Grade $100, $150, $176. ‘No charge for removal of remains from Hospitals. Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $50.00 Complete. (222 Division St.,bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. Residence C. & P. Phone, Mad. 4067 Madison 4921—M WELL-KNOWN CLASS LEADER DEAD "Mr. Gephas Johnson, leader of Class No. 3. of Sharp Street Me- morial M. B. Church died at his home, November 24, 1336 Argyle avenue after a brief illness, Mr. Johnson was a most exemplary Christian gentleman, being devout member of Sharp Street Church for 42 years, The numerous floral de- signs, and many resoluticns read at the funeral which was held at the church last Sunday afternoon, was ja glowing tribute of his sterling character and high churchmanship. "He is survived by his widow Mrs. ‘Ellen Jobnson;_ and three ehitdren, Rey. David Johnson, pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Ida Raiff and Miss ‘Mary A. Jobnson of this city. Rev. Dr. M. J. Naylor, conducted the service, assisted by Revs. P. J. Jordan’ of Allen A. M. E. Chureh, and Rev. Watson .of Sharp Street Church. Pp Re Fd Ca ee Cee ee TN ee ee a 9 ° | Young’s Hair Food | | Makes the Hair Long, gives control ‘of it and purifies the 2 scalp, One 25 cent can will convin.~ . Seientifically prepared at— YOUNG'S PHARMAC, Druid dill Avenue and Aoffman Street rte tee SP Ricel Fn 8 OD Fe TP SD On Fe FD FD Fn etl Charles E. Gladden: has returned from a visit to.New York, Mr. David Morris paid a short visit to this city and spent'a very pleasant time with his wife, Mrs. David M. Morris, While’ inthe city he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Heriry Robinson, his cousin, “of 512 Warner street. I FD OD OD a a Oe eS ee ee ae a ee l Offize Hours: 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. , ) Suadays by Apozintment Paona: Wid. 332)-Y Dr.B.F. 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