The Afro-American

THE AFRICAN AMERICAN THE EFFECT OF PAN-AMERICANISM UPON THE DARKER RACES Bishop Hurst, Dr. DuBois. Prof. Kelly Miller and Dean Pickens Express Interesting Viewpoints in Reply to Queries By Afro-American Concerning Recent Pan-American Congress. VOL. XXIV. NO. 21 THE EFFECT OF PAN-AMERICAN UPON T Bishop Hurst, Dr. DuBois. Prom Pickens Express Interesting to Queries By Afro-Ameri ing Recent Pan-Ameri Feeling that the Pan-American Congress and its probable influence on the destiny of Americans of all colors and conditions, was of more than passing interest, the Afro-American sent the following letter to a number of prominent colored Americans. The answers, several of which are appended seem to be unanimous in the opinion that the Negro in the United States has nothing to lose, but rather has everything to gain by Pan-Americanism. Dear Sir: In his annual message to Congress, Mr. Wilson laid much stress on "Pan-Americanism". The Monroe Doctrine set forth the United States, as the guardian and protector of the Americans; The Wilson Doctrine pleads for a confederation of states, where all, even the smallest states shall have equal and adequate representation. This about-face on the part of the Washington Administration has been accepted by the other American Republics as the dawn of a new era, wherein closer relations social, economic and political are to be made possible. The Pan-American Scientific Congress, held last week in the capital of this nation, has done much to strengthen the feeling of mutuality, and now for the first time, South American Republics look with confidence and not with suspicion upon the larger and stronger Republic of North America. In sending New Year's greetings to President Wilson, Argentine hopes for "closer relationship and mutual esteem between the nations represented by the Pan-American Congress." Chili represents the wish that the congress "may contribute largely to the solidarity of all the peoples of America." Haiti, even poor outraged and enslaved Haiti cables "best wishes for success and expression of my sentiment of good will." Regarding these sentiments on the part of the smaller republics as genuine and not mere talk for the love of talking, what is going to be the effect of this closer relationship upon the darker races which form an exceedingly large part of South America? May we ask for a brief expression of opinion in time for his week's issue of the Afro-American. Very truly yours, EDITOR AFRO-AMERICAN My dear Mr. Murphy: I beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter bearing upon the very interesting topic, the effect upon new Pan-Americanism upon the African element in the Western hemisphere. It is a mathematical axion that the whole is greater than any of its parts and equal to all of them taken together. The sum total of good, therefore, for all of the peoples of the two Americas must, also be good for the various elements of these peoples. The African constitutes the controlling element in Haiti and San Domigo, and a considered element in the Southern Republics; and an unconsidered element in the United States. It is but natural that the common consciousness of the African contingent will be engendered by this new Pan-American movement. The American Negro will un- PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY IN THE INTEREST OF THE RACE. BALTIMORE, SATURDAY, JANUARY 15, 1916. doubtedly be stimulated to learn the Spanish language as a medium of communication with his racial brethren south. South America affords a much broader field for the exercise of Negro talent, than the United States, the great difficulty at present being the barrier of language. In my judgment the breaking down of this barrier is a precedent to any general understandng and polling of interest between the Negro elements of the Northern and Southern continents and the adjacent islands of the Western hemisphere." Yours truly, KELLY MILLER My dear Sir: The rapprochement between this nation and the South American Republics is bound to have some good effect in stopping the growth of color prejudice. Indian and Negro blood is so widely distributed in South America that there is practically no color line. Any nation, therefore, which proposes to treat South American people like civilized human beings will be compelled to treat colored citizens in these countries in the same way. Very sincerely yours, W. E. B. DuBOIS When two differing things, powers, forces or tendencies are combined, the resultant is different from both components. If the two differing things be opposites, the resulting thing will lie between the two,—of a higher degree than the one and of a lower degree than the other. There is far more color prejudice and race prejudice in Anglo-Saxon America than there is in Latin America. If the two are brought closer together in sentiment and intercommunication, especially in trade, Latin America will have more race prejudice and the United States may have less. The more powerful and influential component will naturally figure most in the resultant composition; the United States is richer, bigger in population and more pronounced in its anti-Negro feeling than Latin America is in its feeling of interracial brotherhood. Beyond a doubt, therefore, the United States will do more to prejudice and degrade Latin America, so far as darker people are concerned, than Latin America can ever do to redeem the United States.—This is not pure theory.it has been demonstrated in Porto Rico, Cuba and others of the West Indies, wherever Yankee influence has gained the ascendency. But the question might have been put differently: What influence will the color question have on the proposed Pan-American "get together"? This is what should inteest the American statesman. It is my belief that race prejudice in the United States will delay the progress of real union with the peoples of the southern republics. Political treaties and diplomatic speeches are not all-powerful over sentiment. The colored people are influential in many of the Latin Republics, and they will fear American race prejudice, the nearer they get to it and the more they learn of it.—One of the chief reasons why the Germans had the trade of South America is that the people of South America were "mongrels" or "daoges" to the Yankees, while to the German traders they were just CUSTOMERS. Can our Anglo-Saxon brethren be self-controlled and fore-sighted enough to force race prejudice into the back ground? Imagine Blease and Vardaman fraternizing with the colored leaders of Columbia or Brazil for the sake of commerce, for the sake of military advantage, or for the sake of any other decent thing under the sun! If this Pan-American program is pushed, it will certainly make the color question more of an international question. It will therefore hasten the crisis,—which must always come of tendencies continue to grow. Such an event would tend to unite all the darker peoples of the Western World. In any event the Negro in the United States, being the most important colored element and being the man farthest down politically, has nothing to lose in Pan-Americanism. WM. PICKENS, Morgan College,Baltimore In answer to your question regarding the New Pan-Americanism preached by President Wilson and its effect upon the darker races which form an exceedingly large part of the Southern Republics, I may say that, to my mind, the question itself may be construed as an attempt to introduce an element in Pan-Americanism which is of the east concern both on the part of the United States and the other republics. In 1889, there sat in Washington the first Pan-American Congress initiated by Mr. Blaine, Secretary of State. Its purpose was simply to bring about closer economic and commercial relations between the United States and the Southern Republics. The same Congress has met since at regular intervals and at various places. At the first Congress it was made clear that the trade league sought to be established should not be regarded as a step toward political union. It was not to be another Zollverein, which though accepted for trade purposes brought about absolute political union between the forty German States. Recent developments in the life of some of the Southern Republics, viewed from the standpoint of the Monroe Doctrine, naturally have suggested to the United States that a covenant for mutual political and economical advantages should be formulated, and if possible adopted by all parties concerned. This is the gist of the New Pan-Americanism. The future of the black and of the mixed blood among the citizens of these republics is not a question. I doubt but that if it has been there would have been the least inclination on the part of those countries to accept a discussion of such a proposition. The Southern Republics know how hypovertical, insincere, unjust and I may add, criminal is this government in its dealing with the black man and they would have discountened any movement that tended to jeopardise the social and political well-being of this people. DUKES OFFER TWELVE TROUSAND FOR KITTRELL New York, Jan. 12.—The Messrs. J. B. and B. N. Duke have informed Mr. J. R. Hawkins, Financial Secretary of the A. M. E. Church, and former president of Kittrell College that they will give $12,500 forKittrell College providing a like amount is raised from other sources. The Dukes have always been warm friends of Kittrell College, having made a number of generous contributions on previous occasions. $10 RAISED FOR PROVIDENT Hospital Authorities In Attempt to Increase Amount Will Continue Effort This Sunday. Last Sunday was generally observed throughout the city as Hospital Day. In a number of the churches, representatives of Provident Hospital were present, and told of the pressing financial difficulties which are hampering the work of the hospital, and made appeals for a more hearty support on the part of the public. Collections were taken in a number of the churches and the amount raised throughout the day amounted to more than one hundred dollars. Owing to the fact that in a number of the churches, arrangements had already been made for the day, the Board of Directors of the hospital have decided to continue Hospital Day through this Sunday, in order that every one may have an opportunity to contribute. The hospital authorities are especially anxious to at least double the amount raised last Sunday in order that they may be able to meet the demands of their creditors. The present financial condition of the hospital has been caused by the inability of the authorities to collect the money that was appropriated by the last legislature, owing to a deficit in the State finances. In order that everybody may be reached, envelopes have been placed in Smith's Hotel and all of the colored drug stores. Those desiring to contribute can place their money in one of these envelopes, put it in the nearest mail box and it will be delivered to the hospital. The slogan for this Sunday will be: "let everybody give something for Provident Hospital." A full statement of the collections will be made through the columns of the Afro-American. The following amounts have been received: Metropolitan M. E. Church $28.05 First Baptist Church 11.31 Ebenezer A. M. E. Church 8.27 Bethel A. M. E. Church 8.22 Psalmist Baptist Church 8.11 Paynes Memorial A. M. E. Church 7.91 Asbury M. E. Church 6.65 Zion A. M. E. Church 6.38 Trinity A. M. E. Church 6.48 St. Johns A. M. E. Church 4.31 Independent A. M. E. Church 2.15 Allen A. M. E. Church 3.73 Mt. Calvary A. M. E. Church 1.00 Cash sent to hospital and donations by individuals: Daniel Witchers $1.00 Truly Hatchet 1.00 James Awkward 1.30 Thru the mail and otherwise 1.82 Arthur J. Smith 1.00 John T. Williams 1.00 Mrs. Nettie Williams 1.00 Cash .35 Total $110.59 SAM LUCAS, VETERAN ACTOR. DIES AT 75 New York, Jan. 14. —Sam Lucas, dean of colored theatrical performers, died at the residence of his daughter early Monday morning, aged seventy-five years. Mr. Lucas entered the theatrical profession shortly after the close of the Civil War, and although he had been ailing for a long time, he had only retired a short time ago. Mr. Lucas was one of the best liked men on the stag and had during his career played with all of the leading shows. His funeral took place Friday morning from Zion Church. BISHOP HURST ON New York, Jan. 10.—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People held its annual meeting in New York on January 3rd, and elected ten directors, the only new one being Bishop Hurst of Baltimore. The Association now has sixty-three branches all over the country, and nearly 10,000 members, and has never been in a better position than it is now. The chairman of the Board of Directors, Dr. J. E. Spingarn; the Treasurer, Mr. Oswald Garrison Villard; the Secretary, Miss Mary Childs Norney; and the Director of Publications and Research, Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, read their annual reports, which will be printed later in The Crisis. Shortly after the annual meeting the Board of Directors met and elected the following officers for the year: Moorfield Storey, president; J. E. Spingarn, chairman of the board; Oswald Garrison Villard, treasurer; Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, director of publications and research; vice presidents, John Haynes Holmes, Oswald Garrison Villard, John E. Milholland, Archibald H. Grimke, Mary White Ovington, Garnet R. Waller. The resignation of Miss Norney as secretary was accepted, with regret, and Miss Ovington was appointed acting secretary until a permanent successor could be found. With the exception of Miss Norney all the officers are the same as last yer. SETH LOW TO SPEAK AT WASHINGTON MEMORIAL Washington, D. C., Jan. 14. Plans have been perfected by a Citizens' Committee of Fifty, representing every phase of activity among the colored people of the country, for a national memorial meeting in honor of the late Dr. Booker T. Washington, to be held Sunday afternoon in the Metropolitan A. M. E. Chruch. The principal speaker of the occasion will be the Hon. Seth Low, former Mayor of New York City and chairman of the board of trustees of Tuskegee Institute. Other speakers invited to take part in the exercises are: Major Robert Russa Moton, Dr. Washington's successor as principal of Tuskegee, Emmett J. Scott, secretary of Tuskegee Institute; Former Register of the Treasury, J. C. Napier of Nashville, Tenn., chairman of the executive committee of the National Negro Business League; Dr. James E. Shepard, president of the National Religious Training School, Durham, N. C.; Judge Robert H. Terrell, of the Municipal Court, District of Columbia; Prof. Kelly Miller, and Former District Commissioner Henry B. F. Macfarland. Rev. Charles Wood, pastor of the Church of the Covenant, and Rev. C. H. Stepteau, pastor of Metropolitan Church, have been invited to conduct, the devotional exercises. The music will be furnished by the choir of Metropolitan Church, augmented to fifty voices, directed by Prof. Charles H. Wesley, of Howard University. Among the selections by the choir will be a number of folk songs which Dr. Washington loved so well and his favorite hymn, "How Firm a Foundation." KANSAS CITY GETS Tuskegee, Ala., Jan. 18. After consideration of the several invitations that have been received, the Executive Committee of the National Negro Business League has decided to hold the next meeting of the League in Kansas City. The meeting will be held August 16, 17, 18, 1916. PRICE THREE CENTS WILSON SHOWS WHITE FEATHER Deals Body Blow to Colored Office Seekers Rather Than Face Opposition of Southern Senators. Washington, Jan. 13.—President Wilson has at last come out of his shell and announced his intention of appointing a white man to the position of Recorder of Deeds to succeed Henry Lincoln Johnson, who resigned sometime ago. The President gives as his reason that the appointing of a colored man to the position would precipitate a bitter race fight in the Senate, "resulting in ill-feeling and no benefit to anybody. The information was given to Bishop Alexander Walters on Monday when he went to see the President about patronage for deserving Democrats. It is said that the President intimated to Bishop Walters that several places might be found for the "faithful" in some of the department where confirmation by the Senate would not be necessary. Prominent colored Democrats everywhere seem to be disheartened since this last proclamation of the President. Ever since the resignation of Henry Lincoln Johnson, colored Democrats have been living in hopes that the President would live up to his pre-election promises, and give them a "square deal." Now all hope is lost and they are openly expressing the belief that the time has not come when the colored voter can consistently support the Democrat party in national elections. The effect of the President's last declaration will likely have the effect of bringing a number of these Democrats into the Republican fold in the next Presidential election. The action of Mr. Wilson in refusing to appoint a colored man to the position of Recorder of Deeds because of the opposition of a number of Southern Democrats is a direct contrast to the position taken by President Roosevelt when he insisted upon the appointment of Dr. Crum as Collector of Customs at Charleston, S. C., notwithstanding the determined opposition of some of these same Southern Senators. A number of Democrats are openly accusing the President of using the opposition of these senators as an excuse for not appointing a colored man. They claim that the President holds the whip hand over the party, and could easily force the nomination on the few Southerners who would oppose it. They also claim that in any discussion of the race question which might ensue following the appointment of a colored man, not only a majority of the Republicans, but a number of Western Democrats would come out in defense of the colored brother. FIRE DESTROYS ATLANTIC Atlantic City, N. J., Jan. 12. A spectacular fire completely demolished the Y. M. C. A. building and seriously menaced the surrounding properties, among which is the handsome new Asbury M. E. Church, last week. The building, which is situated at 1700 Arctic avenue, is a frame structure, three and a half stories high, and the loss is estimated at over three thousand dollars. A number of men, including Secretary C. M. Cain and Assistant Secretary Dunn, who were sleeping on the third floor of the building, were forced to flee in their night clothes, and only prompt action of the fire department prevented a loss of life. Dr. James F. Bourne, president George Gabriel,Soldier of Fortune Friend of Kitchener and Roosevelt, Has Had Many Experiences Zoe Beckley in the New York Evening Mail A distraught woman approached the station master at the Grand Central the other day and sobbed out something which sounded like this: "Iab xzqvkwpdl mqtphqs zwcvbnm!" An interpreter was summoned who tried eleven languages without avail. The poor woman wept afresh, pointed to the trains, tore her hair, rocked her body in her distress. "Send for Redcap No. 20", ordered the station master. And because "No. 20" knew the dialect that effervesced so hopelessly from the woman's lips and went her on her way rejoicing, this story is written. "Redcap No. 20" is George Gabriel) translated from Oualo Glorghis) of Adis Ababa, Abyssinia, and elsewhere. The "elsewhere" is pretty much every country on this terrestrial sphere. George is sojourning for the time being at 647 Third avenue—that is, when he is not porting at the Grand Central station or going to night school to polish up his eighteenth language and learn a little more mathematics. To know English, French, German, Russian, Greek, Polish, Slavish, Turkish, Armenian, Bohemian, Bulgarian, Syrian, Indian and five African dialects is in itself something of a distinction. But it is how George Gabriel came to know them that sets him apart from his fellow red caps of South Carolina or West 135th street. He will tell you only after due urging and with a winning native courtesy that neither bubbles nor babbles. For George has gone into the deeps of life and has absorbed from great men and great dangers a certain stern philosophy and some rather serious ambitions. His philosophy holds that all men should be free and equal, that character is the only thing that makes one man "better" than another, and that the pigment of one's skin has nothing to do with the color of one's soul. His ambition at the present is to see that small portion of the world which has hitherto escaped him, i. e., the western United States, Canada and Hawaii. Later, when the war is over, he hopes to return to his wife and two little sons John and George, in Austria, take them to Abyssinia and write a sort of boiled down encyclopedia of useful facts gleaned from his journeyings, in his native tongue, for his native people. I backed George up against the marble wall of the Grand Central and fired one million questions at him, which he answered with grave patience. Here is the abstract: "Yes my lady, think I am the only Abyssian in this country. When I was ten years old my father was killed in the Abyssian-Italian war, I drifted away from my mother whom I have never been able to hear from since. "I felt there was a great world outside of Africa which I ought to see. Lord Kitchener, of Khartoum, took me in his entourage. I learned English, and was with Gen. Kitchener in India and Egypt, acting for two years as Abyssinia interpreter at the British embassy. "From Egypt I went to Mecca, then through Damacus-in-Syria to Jerusalem, where I stayed six months. "I went then to Constantinople and was in the service of Sir Nicola koma, studying every language I heard—and you can learn many languages in Constantinople. It is a fine, beautiful city, but there are thousands of dogs running loose in the streets, which is bad. WAS GUIDE TO ROOSEVELT. "I was there three years and then went to Paris, also staying three years. Of all the cities I have seen I like best Paris and Berlin. The people are very kind to those of my race. They pay no attention to color of skin—only to brains and hearts." "From Paris I went to London for two years. London is not as beautiful as Paris; too cold and full of business. I left in a year or so and went to Berlin and Vienna, where I married. "I have been back to Africa, serving as guide to Col. Roosevelt, who is a smart man and a good hunter. I have also been guide and interpreter for W. B. Hurd in New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Bulgaria and South America. "So far as I have seen America, it is the supreme country of the world except in one thing." Gabriel paused here, his lean, brown face, suddenly stern and proud. If he had claimed descendance from our admired friend, King Solomon, I should not at this moment have disputed it.) "What is wrong with America?" I asked humbly. COUNTRY COLOR-BLIND TO HEARTS "It does not know," said he, "that the measure of a man is his character and his learning. America is the only country in the world where race and color are counted against a man, no matter what he is otherwise. "When your country learns that the color of a man's skin does not matter—that all hearts are the same color—then your country will be the greatest country of the earth." That is why George Gabriel is totting grips at the Grand Central; one of the recognized callings a man of brown skin may follow. No. 20 has so often to explain to puzzled patrons why his accent is "so different." At that, the traveler sometimes don't take it in and jogs on through Forty-second street repeating absently to himself, "Abyssinia, Abyssinia—where's Abyssinia, anyhow?" Meanwhile Gabriel, son of an African warrior, friend of great men, soldier of fortune, goes about his business of bags by day and school by night. When his store of dimes gets big enough, or somebody comes along and nabs him up as interpreter and guide, George Gabriel will quietly disappear, and some other brown face will be smiling above the badge "No. 20." ANNAPOLIS NEWS. Annapolis, Md., Jan. 13.—Miss Annie Miller, of Lexington. Ky., who was the guest of Miss Evelyn Diggs, 171 Prince George street. She left for Kentucky Sunday. The Swazteka Whist Club of Baltimore was entertained by Mr. Norman O. Cully at his residence on Market street Thursday evening, assisted by his sister, Mrs. Beulah Adams, his daughter, Miss Harriet, Dr. and Mrs. Garcia, Mrs. Barrand and Mr. John R. Adams. Those present from Baltimore were: Lawyer and Mrs. McMechen, Mr. and Mrs. Winfort Braxton, Mr. and Mrs. Callis, Dr. and Mrs. Scott, Mrs. Roberta Creditt, Mrs. Pauline Wharton, Mr. Daniel Murphy, Mr. Howard Gross and Mr. and Mrs. George Gilbert. Miss Sidney Scott, who was called home from Lancaster, Pa. to attend her sick sister, Mrs. Laura Bulay has returned home. Miss Mamie Walton and May Jackson of Philadelphia, who spent a few days with Mrs. Bulah Adams of Market street, has returned home. Rev. Brisco is conducting a very successful revival at Mt. Moriah Church. Rev. E. S. Williams preached to the ushers of Asbury Church Sunday evening. Miss Helen Savoy entertained at her birthday party Monday evening December 27th, a number of friends at her residence on Northwest street. Rev. J. Page, minister in charge of St. Philip P. E. Church, preached a practical sermon Sunday evening. Mrs. Laura Bulay, the local correspondent of this paper who has been very ill, is much improved. Master Frank Simpson, Jr., has returned to Baltimore for the winter. Mr. J.C. Hawkins, of Gambrills, Md., spent sometime in the city. Mr. Thomas Yorborough has returned home after a trip away. Master Warren Scott has returned to Baltimore for the winter. WINCHESTER HAPPENINGS Winchester, Va., Jan. 13.—The union revival held by the Preachers' Alliance has resulted in a reviving of the religious interest of the community. Miss Lola Valentine is visiting relatives at Lesburgh, Va. Mrs. L. H. Nickens has returned from New York where she has been nursing her mother. Miss Sidney Lee, of Carlisle, Pa., and Mr. Joseph Stephenson were married last week by Rev. John R. Augustus. Rev. James W. Stephenson preached at Mt. (Carmel Free Baptist Church Sunday morning. Rev. J. Luther Martin preached at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church Sunday morning. Sermons will be delivered at Mt. Carmel Free Baptist Church next week from Monday to Friday as follows: Revs. C, E. Queen, J. L. Martin, W. P. Fisher, W. E. Jefferson and Otho Wells, respectively. THE AFRO-AMERICAN IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR BISHOPRIC By A. G. C. Randall, A. B., B. D., Pastor Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church, Towson, Md. Standing on the edge of a passing century of organized church life among Negroes and looking hopefully to the cycle of years opening before it, members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, seek for its leadership, a man made in its image and vibrant with its spirit. Numbers of members of that church earnestly believe that Rev. Isaac Nelson Ross, Doctor of Divinity, is the man raised up by God, to place in a position of largest service to his race and church. Many important reasons lead them to this conviction. I give very briefly a few of them: Because he has been most faithful in securing the present power and praise of African Methodism. Thirty-five years work, in the trenches is his length of service. From February 27, 1876, when he was converted until now he has been a constant worker. There is not a place from layman to presiding elder which Dr. Ross has not filled in this period. He has never been marked, nor missed an annual conference, nor failed in an appointment. The maker of such a record is also made by it. Never could he become flabby in the highest Episcopal office. Being the product of vim and vision, he would become more than ever the fact or energizing every charge in his diocese by his personal presence on it. His actions in visiting uninvited the smallest charges near his brilliant metropolitan charges are convincing prophecies of such a course. He has succeeded unusually as a metropolitan pulpiteer; as a soulwinner as a church developer, a debt destroyer, and a denominationalist. What has placed the missionary preacher who discoursed to a congregation of seven souls 35 years ago into pulpits where today, more than 100 times seven souls every Sunday hang breathlessly upon his pleas? Is it not because he has ability to forge human hopes into every note capable of thrilling every human heart? He has taken more than 3,500 souls into the church. In fashion-fettered Washington, D. C., he turned Sunday's most formal service into a camp meeting by his evangelical fervor. He preaches living sermons to living men. Spiritual results often instantly reward his Wesleyan zeal. Parish mastery is another of his virtues. He has so dealt with the difficulties which have ever faced him on his every charge as to maintain peace and to move his people to progress. Not only has he added members to his churches but he has also led them into larger work and unity and spirit. Shining in other prominent ways he has not been without achievement in liquidating church debts. At Washington, Pa., he cancelled the first and second mortgage on St. Paul's Church. At Allegany City, Pa., he paid off the mortgage of $3,858 of 37 years standing on Brown's Chapel. At Titusville, Pa., he purchased a lot on a prominent thorofare, moved the church from a back street upon it, and pail up the entire debts of the church. At Wiley Ave. Church, Pittsburg, Pa., he created a sinking fund for a new church. At Toledo, Ohio, he liquidated the entire debt on Warren's Chapel; and at his other charge he has never left a debt as large as he found it. He is not a dogmatist, yet he is unexcelled as a denominationalist unexcelled as a denominationalist Isaac Nelson Ross is a solid vital volume of African Methodism. He is to Richard Allen the Founder, and to Daniel A. Paine, the developer of our Zion what Isaiah was to Elijah, the reformer, and to Elisha, the reform-administrator of Israel. Much in the strivings of Negroes on Wesleyan religious lines would still be low and meaningless had not Dr. Ross made their every struggle lucid and majestic. By declaring their deeds, "Acts of Apostles," he shows himself both a prophet and philosopher. Seeing what his sires had done and how his compatriots now work he is confident that God has been, is now, and will be in his people to their joyous knowledge and more joyous utterance. But Dr. Ross is more than an eminent preacher. He is also an P. intense adherent and advocate of Negro Organization and Enterprise. Negro Organization and Enterprise He is prominent in fraternal circles; and is a member of the Masons, Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, St. Luke, Knights and Daughters of Tabor, Eastern Star and Good Samaritans. He belongs to several charitable institutions. He is a life member of the Trustee Board of Wilberforce University. He serves Kittrell College as a trustee. He is a member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People; and has encouraged any effort promising to unite Negroes for their own leadership and benefit. Being a part of the organized life of his race and studying it he has expressed its aim and hope in term not likely to be misunderstood. Few Clergymen have been more uncompromising or aggressive than Dr. Ross in urging his race to organize and to do business. Significant is his oration against segregation in governmental offices, delivered on an anniversary of Charles Sumner at the nation's capital. He both said and showed that no eulogy to humanity's champion, Charles Sumner, was wise which did not cling to his spirit in that very hour. Hear his own words: "They are today threatening not only Mississippi, Georgia, and Alabama, with 'Jim - Crowism' and segregation, but also the capital of the nation.— 'O Heaven hear! and O earth heed!' — I come to you in the name of outraged humanity, in the name of an oppressed people, in the interest of 100,000 souls in the capital of the nation. Will you permit yourselves to be 'Jim-Crowed' and segregated? I have ascended the mountain and said to God as Moses said: Unless you go up with me, unless you deliver my people, blot my name out!" At home and abroad Dr. Ross has lived the life that is without reproach. Standing as he does in the full blossom of his powers, the question comes of itself- Shall his church which has developed such a man get the largest use of his仁ened powers? African Methodism enters a new era of institutional life. It must protest all denial of brotherhood and draw out our best race qualities for the world's good. It must represent more fully than ever before the Negro in the councils of the races. To succeed in its new century with its vital tasks our Zion needs a man made in her image and vibrant with her spirit. Isaac Nelson Ross is the man. Give him a seat with the chief pastors of African Methodism. HAGERSTOWN HAPPENINGS Hagerstown, Md., Jan. 13.—Revival at the Methodist Church has been very successful. Eight were converted last week. Mr. W. H. Wilhyde, the evangelist was at the Second Christian Church Monday night where seven were converted. Mrs. Trusty has been confined to her home with the grip. Master Fernly Brown is very sick. Master Sylvester Spriggs, son of Rev. S. S. Spriggs of Zion Baptist Church is able to be out. Mr. George Scott, who was a well known resident of this town, one of the oldest members of the Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, was laided to rest Tuesday. He leaves a widow, four sons and one daughter. Rev. David Johnson, of Washington, D. C., former pastor of the church officiated. Mrs. Viola Costly is visiting Greencastle, Pa. Night school is now in progress. Search Light Club of Bethel Church held a supper at the residence of Mrs. Wilson. Mr. Robert Stevenson, of Cleveland, Ohio, after visiting his sister has returned home. Miss Etta, Wise, who has been sick for a long time is on volescent. ..The Biggest Offer.. Ever Made!!! For the next four weeks we are going to give our readers the benefit of what what we consider to be the GREATEST OFFER EVER MADE. SEND US $1.35 AND WE WILL GIVE One Years Subscription To The Afro-American and the greatest book of the age on the life of Dr. Booker T. Washington entitled "Booker T. Washington"—The Master Mind of a Child of Slavery" by Frederick E. Drinker, sent postage prepaid to any address in the United States. 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A sacred concert was given at St. Luke's Church on last Sunday evening. The choir was assisted by Johnsville and White Rick choirs. Other participants were Mrs. Eliza Norris, Mrs. Mary Prettyman, Miss Ianthia Dorsey, Miss Green. Miss Eugenia Groomes, Messrs. Frey, John Arnold. Mr. and Mrs. John Browne entertained a few friends at their home near White Rock on last Wednesday evening. Among the invited guests were Mr. and Mrs. William Lewis, Miss Margaret Brown and Mr. Harry Brown of Catonsville and Mr. Nimrod Nelson. Miss Maggie Gosnell is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Gosnell. The sacred concert given at Mt. Gregory on Sunday was well attended. Among those on the sick list are Mrs. Katie Berry/, Mrs. Mamie Talbott, Miss Florence Groomes, Mr. Henry Jackson. POCOMOAE PERSONALS Pocomoke City, Md., Jan. 12.—Sunday was Trustee Day at St. John's A. M. E. Church. The Rev. E. T. Addison preached in the morning. At night a sacred concert was rendered by the young people. Two persons joined the church. Miss Mary Henry of Cambridge, is visiting Miss Pauline Smith. The basket social given at the hall by the Sarah Allen Club was a success on Monday last. Rev. J. B. Cordell left Tuesday to visit friends at Chesapeake City. Mrs. Esther Coston is confined to her home on account of sickness. Mrs. Harriet Woods, age 78 years died at her home after a long illness Wednesday. Funeral services were held at Mt. Zion Church. Rev. and Mrs. E. T. Addison and brothers spent Friday and Sunday respectively in Berlin, Md. A large congregation attended services at Mt.Zion Church Sunday. Rev. Bond filled the pulpit morning and night. The revival services that are in progress at Mt. Zion Church are being well attended. Revs. J. S. Coulbourn of Wattsville, Va., S. T. Drummond of Fruitland, Md., and E. T. Addison of St. John's filled the pulpit this week. Mr. John Bundick and Miss Elenor Foskey of Virginia were married by Rev. J. W. Bond. Salisbury Brass Band was here Thursday and furnished music at the Dixie Theatre, accompanied by a company of young people. Master Herman Gunby, the local agent for the Afro-American will be pleased to have all persons wishing the paper to let him know by Friday where to leave the paper, so he will not have to make but one trip. LONG GREEN NEWS Long Green, Md., Jan. 12. Sunday was quarterly meeting at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church. Presiding Elder D. G. Hill preached at the morning service. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Proctor entertained at dinner last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ignatus Proctor and Mrs. Alice Billingslea of Towson. Miss Bessie Lee is spending the winter in Baltimore. Mrs. Edna Williams, a recent bride who has been living with her parents, has moved to the city. Miss Aurelia Ayers entertained on last Sunday Miss Lillian Collins and Messrs. Lawrence and Robert Hughes. Mrs. Hanna Dockins is still very sick. Others on the sick list are: Mr. James Hawkins and Mr. Arch Smith. P FREDERICK HAPPENINGS Frederick, Md., Jan. 12.—Miss Martha Walker, of Philadelphia is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Walker of West Fourth street. Miss Washington of Washington was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Washington during the holidays. Mr. Edward Walker has returned from a delightful trip to Washington and Baltimore. Mrs. Addie McCormick entertained at dinner on New Year's day, Rev. and Mrs. W. A. English, Misess Delia and Esther Wise. Miss Martha Walker was tendered a surprise party by her brother, Mr. Edward Walker on Thursday at the residence of his parents on West 4th street. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. John Sewell, Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore Walker, Miss Dorothy Offut, Mr. Lewis Onley and Mr. Edward Walker. The A. C. E. L. of Quinn A. M. E. Church held its annual election of officers on Tuesday evening. The following persons were elected: Mrs. M. Prisilla Butler, president; Mrs. Maria Onley, vice president; Miss Edith Snowden, secretary; Mr. J. A. Bryant, assistant secretary; Mrs. Mary Barnes, treasurer; Mrs. J. Bryant, pianist; Mr. Leonard Butler, librarian; Mrs Alice Patterson, chairman prayer meeting; Miss Vanetta Makel, chairman social committee; Miss Jason, chairman of pulpit aid committee. CAMBRIDGE JOTTINGS Cambridge, Md.; Jan. 12.—The funeral of Miss Hattie Esiens, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Esiens took place from her late residence last Wednesday. The funeral of Mr. Thomas Green took place at Waugh M. E. Church Sunday. Rev. Hargis officiate1. He is survived by a wife and seven children. Rev. W. H. Manokoo who has been quite sick, was able to occupy his pulpit at Bethel A. M. E. Church last Sunday. A sacred concret was held at Bethel Church Sunday night. Mr. William Coleman of Philadelphia, is visiting his parents here. Mr. William T. Turner, has gone to Baltimore to spend some time with his brother. Over three hundred persons are down with the rib. FASTON NOTES Easton, Md., Jan. 12.—Mr. Thomas Jenkins entertained a number of young ladies last Friday, in honor of Misses Esther Holland and Edna Waters, students at Princess Anne Academy. Those present were: Misses Pearl Waters, Sabin and Alverta Banks, Helen Holland, Emma Gibson, Adris Roberts, Meta and Marie Jenkins. Mr. Truston Jenkins has returned to Wilmington after spending sometime here with his parents. Mrs. S. J. Collins is suffering with the grip. Tribe of Juda Lodge of Odd Fellows installed the following officers last Wednesday: C. Downs, N. G., C. Brooks, V. G.; R. H. Gibson, N. F.; L. H. Cooker, P. S. BAVRE DE GRACE BRIEFES Havre de Grace, Md., Jan. 12. At the Men's Day services at St. James A M.E. Church Sunday, Rev. J. T. Bond preached in the morning. Rev. Flagg preached to Chesapeake Lodge of Masons in the afternoon; and at night a musical and literary program was rendered by the men. The collection for the day was $40.55. Miss Annie Skinner gave a dinner Sunday in honor of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Skinner. The guests were: Rev. and Mrs. L. S. Flagg, Mrs. Lizzie Tasker, Miss Florence Travers, Mrs. Sophronia Wallace and Mr. William Smith of Cedars Mr. Horace Skinner has left the hospital and is improving rapidly. Others on the sick list include Master Raymond Curtis and Miss Curtis. Mrs. Emma Lehman has returned from Redband, N. J. Mr. Herman Jones, of Baltimore, spent the week-end here with his parents. Miss Mary Curtis died Thursday. Rev. Flagg officiated at the funeral. Miss Grace Bishop of Philadelphia, is spending sometime with her parents. Miss Annie Hooper and Mr. Isaac Griffin, of Sydney Park were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Abel Cromwell, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. John Bond, of Stewartsville gave a luncheon in honor of their daughter, Mary. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Pecao, Mr. and Mrs. Skinner, Mr. and Mrs. George James, Augustus Johnson, Jarret Prigg, Wayman Turner, Misses Ella Turner and Della Smith. DENTON JOTTINGS Denton, Md., Jan. 12.—Mr. Leonard Prathis died suddenly at his home near Harmony on Sunday morning from parallels of the brain. An epedemic of grip is spreading throughout the town. Those on the sick list are Mesdames Adeline Lewis, Anna P. Fitchett, Rev. Frank Johnson and Master A. Williams. Mr. Nathaniel Taylor and family are occupying the house at the THE AFRO-AMERICAN corner of Fourth and High streets. Miss Gladys Crutcher read a paper at Bethel League last Sunday. Miss Mary Johnson has returned from Eastville, Va. Mrs. Elizabeth Dixon is able to be out again. Mrs. Eliza Chester has returned from Philadelphia. Three conversions have been reported at the revival at Bethel Church. Mr. and Mrs. John Emory are rejoicing over the birth of a fine son. CRISFIELD NOTES Crisfield, Md., Jan. 12.—Mr. Taylor Wilson has opened a barber shop and restaurant on S. Fourth street. Mr. Stetson Wilson of Baltimore is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. O. Wilson. Mrs. Rachel Wilson is confined to her home by sickness. CENTREVILLE NEWS Centreville, Md., Jan. 12.—A grand contest was held at St. Paul A M. E. Church, January 3. The contestants were Misses Thessha Johnson and Rosetta Berryman. Receipts were $26.05. Presiding Elder Cooper and Rev. Charles Bailey were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Forrester. The pupils of the Charles Wesley M. E. Sunday school "switched" their pastor, Rev. D. A. Ridout on his birthday, and left innumerable presents as tokens of their love and esteem. Woman's Day was observed last Sunday. Mrs. A. C. Brinkley made two addresses. Miss Ethel Revnel of Wilmington spent several days last week as the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Ridout. Miss Viola Ridout is visiting her parnats. Both of these young ladies are splendid violinists and played several solos at the concert. Daniel L. Ridout has returned to Princess Anne Academy. Mrs. Laura Rosier is suffering with the grip and also Mrs. Sarah Lizzie Cook, Mrs. D. A. Ridout and Miss Hattie Mercer. Master Stanford Bryson of Philadelphia, is spending the winter with Mrs. J. P. Forrester. Mrs. A. L. Leek entertained at dinner several friends on Sunday. Mr. T. J. Graner, the ice cream king, serves every Sunday. Rev. J. E. John passed through town on sad occasion last week. The Allen League of St. Paul A. M. E. Church is largely attended every Sunday. INDIAN HEAD ITEMS Indian Head, Md., Jan. 12. The Home Relief Society will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday. Mrs. J. A. Brown was the recipient of a baby boy during the past week. Mr. Columbia Brown was the guest of Mrs. J. G. Campbell on Sunday. Mrs. Wm. Brooks visited Pomfret during the past week. Miss Roberta Brown of Malven, Pa., had a pleasant visit with relatives and friends here. Miss Rena Brown of Baltimore spent the holidays here with her parents. Mrs. Campbell has been suffering with paralysis of the eyes is improving. PORT DEPOSIT HAPPENINGS Port Deposit, Md., Jan. 12.—Sunday, January 16th is Girl's Day at Bethel A. M. E. Church. The girls are striving hard to equal Woman's Day. Mrs. Hannah Henry has returned from Philadelphia where she was visiting her daughter. Mrs. Catharine McClain and children of Bryn Mar, Pa., are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Vance. Mrs. Mary Allen is on the sick list. Mrs. Ella Bell has returned from Deal's Island, where she was visiting her father who was very sick. Miss Phutmore and Mabel Tilden have returned after spending a week with their sister in Camden, N. J. WARTON ITEMS Wharton, Mid., Jan. 12.—Rev. Tilghman preached here Sunday morning. The pastor spoke on the life of Booker T. Washington Sunday morning at Eadsville. Mr. Samuel Dorsey is on the sick list. The Stewardesses are arranging for a mock conference. Mrs, Maggie Wey is on the sick list. Pomonkey, Md., January 12. Regular service was held here at Metropolitan Church at 11:00 o'clock, Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, district superintendent, preached. Mrs. Lucy Jackson was a visitor at Indian Head at School No. 3 during the past week. Mrs. Wallace Clarke, Mrs. Lucy Jackson and Mr. C. Ransome attended the grand encampment which convened at Forrest Grove. While there they were the house guests of Mrs. Addie Gray. Miss Carrie Griffin, who spent the holidays in Baltimore has returned. Misses Fredricka Brooks and Elenora Webster, who are attending Manassas Industrial Institute after spending the holidays here with relatives, have returned. Mrs. Harry Matthews and Miss Anna Speak were visitors at Glymont School on Tuesday. The funeral services of Mr. Chap man Swann were held at St. Charles Catholic Church on Tuesday. The young men of the Epworth League are planning a musical entertainment for January 28th. SNOW HIL BRIEFS Snow Hill, Md., Jan. 12.—Mr. and Mrs. John Manuel, of Berlin were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Purnell, Sunday. Mr. Otho Johnson of Atlantic City, was in town last week the guest of his mother, Mrs. Leah Purnell. Miss Annie Tull, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Mary Matthews at Pocomoke City came home Saturday. Mr. George Redden is on the sick list. Rev. S. R. Drummond preached at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Sunday. Mrs. Mary Queen Henry is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Helen Allen in Philadelphia this week. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Mumford and Mrs. Mary S. Stockley were called to Crisfield last week to attend the funeral of Mr. Mumford's sister, Mrs. Estella Elzie. CECILTON HAPPENINGS Cecilton, Md., Jan. 12.—Mr. and Mrs. Otis Harris have returned to Princeton, N. J., after a visit to their mother, Mrs. Emma Harris on Bohemia avenue. Mr. and Mrs. William Washington and Miss Emma Morris are spending the winter in Germantown, Pa. Mrs. Clara Coates is visiting her son in Newark, Del. Miss Hallie Boyer has been appointed assistant principal of our public school. Mr. Charles Rock and family have moved to the Green estate on Church street. Mrs. Frisby Boyer entertained at dinner on Sunday, Miss Helen Peaker and Miss Beatrice Whittington of Galena, Md. Mrs. Catherine Moore, Mrs. Helen Tillison, Mrs Susan Douglas, Mrs. Fred Moore, Mrs. Arabella Bailey, George Savin, Miss Mabel Siscoe are on the sick list. Thursday evening, January 6th, Mrs. Thomas Francis gave a party in honor of her son Augustus' birthday. Among the invited guests were Miss J. L. Clark, Miss Nellie Moore, Messrs. Clarence Moore, Columbus Tillison and Charlie Wallace, Miss Daisy Douglas, Mr. and Mrs. Wayman Dougla, Mr. Marion Blake. Rev. S. H. Cooper, presiding elder held the third quarterly conference at Union Bethel Church Saturday. He preached to a large congregation Sunday morning. Missae Gertie and Francis Moore have been called home from Philadelphia on the account of the illness of their mother, Mrs. Catherine Moore. Emma Francis Wilson, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wilson, of Wilson street, died Saturday morning after a short illness. Funeral services Sunday afternoon. Mr. T. T. Bacon has returned from Wilmington, Del., where he has been visiting his sister. Mr. Bacon has been secretary of Union Bethel Sunday School for 4 years. OXFORD, MD. Oxford, Md., Jan. 14.—Rev. J. T. Molack preached at the morning service at Wayman A.M.E. church it being Mother's Day. A large audience was present. The choir of Epworth M. E. Church rendered music. The pastor preached again at the afternoon service and Brother Martin Thompson preached at night. Next Sunday will be Local Preachers' Day Mr. and Mrs. John Kellon are on the sick list. Mrs. Mary Thompson is able to be out again. POMONKEY NOTES M. 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All articles sent to this office for publication must have the writer's signature or otherwise such article will be ignored. Churches and others having news notices will please have the same in the office by Thursday to insure publication in the week's issue. Correspondents will please have all communications in the office by noon on Wednesdays. All communications intended for publication should be addressed to THE AFRO-AMERICAN, 628 N. Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Md. Advertising rates made know on application. All Checks, Money Orders and Drafts should be made payable to THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO. BALTIMORE, JAN. 15, 1916 In a miniature race war between four colored and white boys in Atlanta, Georgia, an eleven year old colored boy was shot and killed. Declaring that he would not prosecute the case, the father of the dead boy is said to have remarked, "I understand full well that neither the white nor colored boys meant to murder each other. They just got to playing too rough, like boys will do sometimes. The white boys are just as sorry over William's death as I am myself, and I don't want to see anybody suffer." Queer enough philosophy is this for any father, and we could only surmise what would happen had these young fellows been in earnest instead of "just playing too rough." Booker Washington said of Major Moton, that he knew few men so lovable and at the same time so sensible in their nature, and added in his own inimitable way, "He is chock-full of common sense." An evidence of this "common sense" are Major Moton's words of last Sunday evening on the occasion of an informal visit to Tuskegee, where he spoke at the chapel services to the students and teachers: "Somebody said to me the other day—two or three people have said to me since I have come—that they would be very glad to work under me and I have said, No, I do not want anybody to work under me. We are going to work with each other here. Every boy and every girl, every teacher and every officer in Tuskegee is going to work together, my friends, to the best of our energy and ability to carry on the work that Dr. Washington has. left us to do, not for our selves, not merely for our own race, but for the nation, and for the glory of the great God who made us." The American commander on the island of Haiti reports an "organized plot" to assinate President d'Artiguenave and set up a new government under former senators Paulin or Bourand. Admiral Canerton also advises that those engaged belonged to a BLACK party as distinguished from a MULATTO. Those must be American made lenses thru which the Admiral looks in order to find differences of color eropping out among the Haitians. Thin, very thin Admiral, but it doubtless serves to increase this government's feeling of a "moral obligation" to run the affairs of the little republic for a while. Thanks to the doughy American marines, "there is no cause for alarm. The situation is well in hand." GOOD RED BLOOD The post bellum race orators who felt that all things worth winning were attained when the war was done, who felt that all needful sacrifices had been made, and for the rest the ex-slaves might enjoy themselves in peace, justified their position in the oft quoted lines; "If blood be the price of liberty, if blood be the price of liberty, Lord God we have shed enough." It is true that blood is the price of liberty, but liberty even after it is won is such an elusive purchase, that it seldom stays put. Left unguarded it slips away by degrees, so that when wanted it must be purchased all over again. chased in all over the world. It was the presence of the state militia, that prevented a lynching in Oklahoma the other day according to the press despatches, and only later did the real news leak thru that the real guardians of the law are a band of two hundred colored men, who were there to shed their own blood if necessary, to see that the rights of one of their number were respected. Fortunately enough, it was not necessary to fire a shot, but their willingness to purchase freedom in the only way it can be purchased is just as significant as if they had actually fought and won. It sometimes happens that only a show of force is necessary to convince the opposition that quivocation and yielding are not a part of the present policy. Then the law takes its course. God be thanked for the good red blood in the veins of our ancestors, we whose fighting qualities make our first cousins the barbarians, respected on the battlefields of Europe today. THE GOVERNOR ON EDUCATION AND HEALTH What shall be the aim of education, has been the topic of discussion among educators for more than a season. Educational theory is becoming more and more to the conviction that the effective education is that for CITIZENSHIP. Governor Goldborough in his message to the legislature shows himself an advocate of the new doctrine, in realizing that the training which does not prepare for efficient citizenship is inadequate. For the welfare of the state, it is regarded as necessary that the colored people shall "receive such education as shall enable them to properly meet the demands of citizenship." In order to effect a proper education, the governor suggests three media of reform: first a redistribution of the colored school fund whereby a larger sum shall be allowed to those sections where the colored population is proportionally largest; to provide by law for a minimum school year (if one hundred days (5 months) throughout the state; and finally to raise the compulsory age from 8 to 12 years to 8 to 14 years. There are no reliable figures to indicate the size of the fund at present available for colored schools. In view of the short school terms in some of the counties in southern Maryland and the notoriously small salaries paid the teachers, possibly an increase rather than a redistribution of the resources is what is needed for adequate training. If five months schooling is required, and the pupils compelled to attend six instead of four years, increased expenditure must be looked forward to as a matter of course. The whole question of the financing of state education as well as the provision for secondary schools and state control will doubtless form a chapter of the port of the Rockfellow Foundation, which has been investigating the condition of Maryland schools, and expects to publish its findings in the near future. Forming an important part of the annual message are the recommendations of the State-wide Tuberculosis Commission, which met in January 1915. Leaving out of account the reasons underlying, the commission found that Negroes were more susceptible to tubercular diseases than other peoples, and that an outlay on the part of the state would be doubly repaid in the restored earning capacity of the afflicted and in the income derived from those spared the infection thru precautionary measures. The Governor indorses the Commissions proposal for county hospitals or sanitariums as a part of the existing hospitals, to which all colored persons with "satisfactory evidence of tuberculosis" would be admitted, and those whose condition was plainly a menace to the public health would be compelled to take up their quarters. In such sanitariums patients would be cared for until they were well and could return home, or until they died. An industrial-plant in connection with the hospital would provide useful employment for those not unfit to work, and at the same time make their minds from their ailment. Such institutions would undoubtedly lessen the death rate of the State in two ways: first by making possible an increased number of cures, and secondly by decreasing the danger of spreading the disease. THE AFRO-AMERICAN It would hardly occur to anyone who sees the A. M. E. Church in its present blossom of more than five hundred thousand communicants that this church had its beginning in a sickness and beneficial society. Such is the fact however, for the African Society formed by Absalom Jones and Richard Allen in Philadelphia in 1787, began with the idea that a society should be formed, without regard to religious tenets, "provided the persons lived an orderly and sober life, in order to support one another in sickness, and for the benefit of their widows and fatherless children." Professor George W. Hines, writing in the December number of the Howard University Record on the subject, "Studies Of Negroes in Business," reminds us that from just such small beginnings sprang the fraternal orders with their large insurance business as well as the incorporated insurance companies which issue straight life, sick and benefit, limited payment life and endowment policies. Professor Hines values the amount of business done yearly by the Negro insurance companies of the country as over three million dollars. In addition, employment is offered to many hundreds, and an avenue of investment offered. The "single note of discouragement sounded" in the investigation of Insurance comes from the State Commissioner of Insurance in this State, who says that of all the companies conducted by Negrees, or which confine their business to the writing of business among Negroes of Maryland, I have found the condition of many of them to be very unsatisfactory indeed, and I think it will be necessary that quite a number of them WILL HA-E TO DISCONTINUE BUSINESS." The Mutual Benefit Society of this city is mentioned as one of several that is in good standing. Professor Hines accounts for the situation by saying that the white companies were very probably first in the field and have exploited the business, and the Negro Companies without warning have not been able to adjust themselves to the letter of the law. CANDY SELLERS BUY COAL FOR NURSERY The "Readv Relief Club" wishes to thank you for making their sale of Christmas candies a success. Through the sale of candy and the charitable donations of our patrons, sufficient funds were realized to purchase two tons of coal for the Day Nursery. With the squaring of the account our attention will be turned to Provident Hospital. We hope, by the continued sale of delicious homemade candies to help this worthy institution. You can help us by giving us your order for chocolate caramels, cocoanut creams, after dinner mints, peanuts brittle, etc. Donations of money and sugar will be gladly received. Give your order to Mrs. Bertha W. Proctor, 649 Lafayette avenue. Mrs. Mamie Griggs, 2039 Division street. Mrs. Violet F. Whyte, chairman of candy committee. MISS LOCKS A BRIDE St. Johns A. M. E. Church was the scene of a beautiful wedding Wednesday evening, December 29, 1915 at 7 p.m. The contracting parties were Miss Florence Edith Locks and Rev. Andrew Tiln Readding. Miss Mabel E. Locks, sister of the bride acted as maid of honor. Rev. H. H. Thomas of Riverton, N. J., was best man. The bridesmaids were Miss Charlotte Andrews Johnson, of Annapolis, Md., Miss Mary Kate Owens, Miss Jane C. Smith and Miss Lucy M. Wortham. The ushers were Mr. B.H. Locks, brother of the bride; Mr. Daniel G. Hill, Jr., Mr. Moses W. Howard, Atlanta, Ga., Shriver Wilson, Mr. Lawrence W. Jackson, Mr. George Lovibare, Lincoln University. Little Misses Julia Woodhous and Elmira Holmes were flower girls and Amy Skinner carried the license while Master Hermett H. Worthham acted as page to the bride and carried her large bouquet of bridal roses. The church was beautifully decorated with palms. The bride was given in marriage by her father, Mr. J. C. Locks. Mrs. Annie Nichols played the wedding march. The ceremony was performed by Rev P. W. Worthham, D. D., brother-in-law of the bride, assisted by Rev. I. N. Ross, D. D. The presents including cut glass, silver and linens were handsome and numerous. Rev and Mrs. Readding left on the midnight train for Poutic, Michigan, their future home. Great enthusiasm and interest is being manifested by the women of the city and state in the coming of the 10th Biennial Convention of which Mrs. Booker T. Washington is president, and which will be held in Bethel A. M. E. Church, August 6-10, 1916. Already women are waiting in order to have reservations made for them. At least 500 delegates and many visitors will come from all over the United States with possible the largest contingent from the middle west. These women will tell of great things done by women, as their contribution to the world wide movements of today. The National will be the guest of the Federation of Christian women of which Mrs. M. F. Handy is president, as well as the women of the city, county and state. The club spirit has grown and at the annual meeting last October. Mrs. F. K. Owens, the staticitian reported 55 clubs with 2024 members who had raised for the activities they represented $6987.53. The convention work is divided into committees and plans are under way for a big entertainment February 7th, to raise funds to take care of the gathering. The delegates will pay $1.25 per day and homes are desired. Miss Ida R. Cummings, chairman of arrangements; Mrs. Martha Thompson, chairman of finance; Mrs. Edna Reid, chairman of citizens; Mrs. J. Ross, chairman of home; Mrs. Alverta Truner, chairman of exhibits; Mrs. M. R. Bruce, chairman of registration; Mrs. Kate Gwathney, chairman of transportation; Mrs. Mason Hawkins, chairman of badges; Mrs. M. E. Galloway, chairman of decorations; Mrs. A. L. McGuinn, chairman of reception; Mrs. E. J. Truxon, chairman of lunch; Mrs. M. L. Gaines, chairman of printing; Mrs. H. C. Dean, chairman of music; Mrs. E. Mack, chairman publicity; Mrs. B. K. Hurst, chairman of social; Mrs. F. K. Owens, chairman of pageant; Mrs. H. C. Smith, chairman information; Mrs. M. V. Lawson, headquarters; Mrs. Ida Hilton, ice cream. Mrs. M. F. Handy, president of Federation; Mrs. Lacy Penn, secretary. DR GRAY CONDUCTING SUCCESSEFUL REVIVALS Dr. Junius Gray, pastor of Psalmist Baptist Church, Riggs avenue and Woodyear streets, is well pleased with the results of his preaching. He has baptized 33 persons in the past five weeks. About 39 persons have been converted under the preaching of Dr. Gray in his Gospel automobile. In speaking of his effort, Dr. Gray said: "I can safely say that we are reaching the non-church goers in these alleys and small streets." One man confessed that he had served time in every prison in the State except the State prison, but Jesus had forgiven him of his sins. Another said that none of the prisons had escaped him and at the age of 27 years, he had spent more than half of his life behind the bars, but he intended to start a new life under the direction of the King. We have found about 200 backsliders who said they were going to church this year. Dr. Gray will preach in the 1000 block Henlock street and the 1100 block of Parish alley on Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock. BOY'S BRIGADE ANNOUNCEMENT To whom it may concern:— The Third Regiment Boys Bridge is strictly a military organization and no Boy Scouts. Under command of Captain C. E. Medley All engagements must come before a body of officers before any action taken in regards to contest drills or the drum corps. The said regiment will not take part in the benefit on the night of January 18th held at the Fifth Regiment Armory as advertised. Free admittance to all boys of good standing. Drill every Friday night at Towson Hall, Pennsylvania avenue and St. Marys street. Officers: Captain, E. Ross; Captain, E. Spriggs; Adjutant, C. Martin; Lieutenant, O. Wise; Lieutenant, R. Rayner; Quarter Master, O. Christmas; H. B. Robinson, corresponding secretary. Adv. WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. John B. Giles announces the marriage of his sister, Miss Mary J. Giles to Mr. N.A. Hill in Washington on January 1, 1916 by the Rev. J. W. Bond. They will be at home 1921 Division street after January 15th. SPORTS & ATHLETICS Lincoln's basket ball team was swamped Christmas day in New York by the Alpha's 88-6. Lincoln was entirely outclassed. Lincoln beat the Independent P. S. Monday after Christmas, 27-23, at Orange, N. J. Judging from reports that are current the game between the St. Christopher machine and Carlisle Indians in New York, on New Years' day was a big financial success. But far as being an athletic event of any importance was the biggest farce of the season. The much touted world champion "Incorporators" seem to be getting their "knocks" these days. First the Washington Hiawatha Cardinals beat them in Washington, then the fast Vandal A. C. of Atlantic City turned the trick on the champions. They will hardly be champions when the season ends this year. VANDALS SLAM "INCORPS" Atlantic City, N. J., Jan. 11. Before a jammed house of doubtful fans the fast Vandals, Champions of South Jersey turned loose on Madden's World Incorporators and trimmed them to the tune of 64-35. The Vandals piled up a lead during the first half of the game which could not be overcome by the Incorporators. At the start the Incorporators drew first blood on a foul goal, after which the visitors' center scored a field goal. With the score 3-0 the fans' faces began to look sad, but just then the Vandals cut loose, Lauray, their little center scored one field goal, then Howard came back with another. From that time on the score was tied four times until it was 10-10. A sudden spurt by the Vandals, featured by Sawyer's long goal from the side of the cage brought the fans to their feet. The half ended 29 to 15 with the Vandals at the long end. During the second half the Vandals continued to score, Captain Briscoe did most of scoring for the Vandals landing 9 field goals, while Perkinson did best for the visitors scoring 7. In the last five minutes of play Coach Clapkin rushed three second string men into the battle. Hodges, who substituted for Sawyer became a little excited and let the Mighty Perky score four field goals in succession. Many Technical fouls were called on Hargrave and Harding for holding on to the cage and jumping without their hands behind them. In the preliminary the Vandals Reserves took the Woodland Five into camp by an overwhelming score. Lineup: Vandals Position Incorporators Howard forward Harding Briscoe forward Perkinson Laury center Cooper Freeman guard Hargrave Sawyer guard Brown Field goals:—Briscoe 9, Laur 2, Sawyer 3, Howard 2, Freeman, Perkinson 7, Cooper 7, Hargave. Foul goals:—Howard 24, Allen 4, Cooper 15. Substitutes:—Allen for Freeman, McLean for Howard, Hodges for Sawyer. Referee—C. Shinn, A. C. H. S.; Scorers, Greenberg and Roberts, of Temple University; Timers—Matthews, Crescent Club and Plator. On Friday last, the Vandals and Cassie Norwood' Crescents clashed in the first game for the Loving Cup which the Vandals won from them last year. PICKS ALL-STAR TEAM Morton P. Robinson, faculty athletic director of Virginia Union University has picked the following as possibilities for an all-star foot ball team; Season 1915. Left end, Tolson, Union; left tackle, Coleman Hampton; left guard, Givens, Hampton; center, Dabney, Hampton; right guard, Purgear, Union; right tackle, Matthews, Howard; right end, Gayle, Hampton; quarterback, Hucles, Union; left halfback, Howell, Union; right halfback, Pinderhughes, Howard; fullback, Rigney, Hampton. ATHLETICS IN BETHEL CHAPEL Arrangements have practically been completed whereby the chapel of Bethel A. M. E. Church, Druid Hill avenue and Lanvale street, will be used as a Public Athletic League center. Largely thru the untiring efforts of John H. Murphy, Jr., who has been working to this end for the past two years, the sanction of the trustees and pastor has been given the project and the work of putting the chapel in shape for basketball is already underway, and it is more than likely that it will be. open to the boys of the city within the next two weeks. This news will be welcomed by the several athletic clubs of the city who have been handicapped by the impossibility of securing a hall, or place indoors in which to carry on winter sports. The chapel will be so screened that it will be possible to admit several hundred spectators to the games that will be staged there. The height of the ceiling, the breadth of the hall and its central location are some of the things that go to make the chapel an ideal athletic center, and a place that will fill a long-felt want in the community. HOWARD DOWNS ST. MARYS In a fast and hard-fought game, the St. Mary's speed boys of this city went down to defeat before the team of Howard University, last Friday night in Washington. The St. Mary's boys put up a losing fight as they were practically beaten from the start. With their star forward, Bohees out of the game, St. Mary's seemed to lack their usual fast style of play and missed many opportunities to score. Howard took the lead from the start and maintained it until the end of the game. Score 28-11. The St. Mary's boys will play Howard at return game on their own "stamping grounds" this Friday coming, and they promise a different tale when the game is over. This will be Howard's first appearance here in many years, and the game should prove a big drawing card, as the reputation of Howard's team is too well known to need mention any further here. ST, MARYS, 36; WATERS, 0 In a fast but one-sided game, the boys of Waters Church were beaten by the Junior team of St. Mary's Thursday night, at St. Mary's hall. The Waters boys were completely outclassed as they failed to score a single goal or shoot a foul, while on the other hand the St. Mary's boys put up a fast game and scored almost at will. Score 3-60. Line-up: Waters; Jennings, Nickens, Stanley, Jones, and Hoffman. St. Mary's: D. Young, D. Jones, B. Hamer, S. Wilson and C. Davis. A CARD OF THANKS The Auxiliary Board of the A. M. E. Conference Home take this means to thank the John A. Holmee Chapter, the Harriet Tubman Charity Association, School 105, Mr. Henry Brown, principal; School Mr. Daniel Credit, principal; School, Mr. Arthur Bantum, principal; School, Mr. Henry Ebb, principal, and the church of Baltimore and vicinity, and the churches of the Eastern Shore, Mr. James Hughes, Mr. W. H. Bevans and all that contributed to the Home during Thanksgiving and Christmas. You have cheered the hearts of these dear old veterans and He that notices even the little sparrows say, "In as much as ye have done it unto the least of these my little ones ye have done' it unto me." May you receive fourfold. Mrs. M. F. Handy, president. FUNERAL OF A. P. PARKER The remains of Arthur P. Parker was rested at First Baptist Church Wednesday, January 12th, at which time a masterly sermon was delivered by the pastor, Rev. P. C. Neal. Mr. Parker has been a deacon of said church for the last 44 years and was found faithful to the end for which every department of the church turned out to pay their last tribute of respect to their deceased and faithful brother. Mrs. Rosie E. Parker wishes to thank her many friends for the numerous floral designs. He was also a member of the First Baptist Relief Association and the Order of Nazarites who mourn the loss of a devoted member. FIRE DESTROYS ATLANTIC CITY Y.M.C.A. BUILDING of the Association, called a meeting, of the directors on Friday morning and it was decided that funds would be solicited to immediately start the erection of a new building. The following members were selected members of the building committee; Dr. P. L. Hawkins, Gardner Pinkett, B. F. Parker, John H. Stewart and Attorney I. H. Nutter. Speaks 18 Different Lanquages RO a ie ee ee | a se oO Bos co oo ee cS i. oe e Ds fr Sia ease GEORGE GABRIEL Courtesy New York Evening Mail mens s RRRRNRRRRARR WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH One of the most unusal games of the season was. waged between the heavy.and light weight teams, Monday last, at Bond and-Ashland avenue school. Bevause of several recent victories of the light weights ever the heavy weights the light weights seemed to consider them- salves invincible. Mondays spirit: ed game seemed to take all the *‘starch’’ out of the ‘ ‘little fellows’’ and, the rapid passing and quick goal shots quite bewildered them. ‘The big fellows lead them such a “‘wild goose chase’? over the field vainly grabbing after the ball that two ‘‘little men’? tired, pan-ing, weak, and dizzy gave up in disgust and staggered homeward leaving their places to be filled by substi- tutes. ‘Time’? was called with a score of 60 to 0 in favor of the heavy- weights. Never before did. the light weights stoop to such an ap- palling defeat. The boys who play- ed were: Heavy Weights: Bernard Ralph, ‘Wm. Kelly, George Allen, Samuel Giles, Howard Cromwell, Light Weights: John Trembles, David Nickens, Bernard Jennings, Albert Hoffman, Edgar Stanley. Substitutes: Lorman Bell, Andrew Chester. TROOP NO. 2. Troop No. 2 was highly honored at its last meeting by ~ having ‘among its. visitors Messrs. Louis Holly, scout commissioner; James Gross, assistant scout master of Troop No 6; Len Hilliard, Hiner of Trinity Brigade; Wim. Kelly, a star player on Waters team; Dunbar Distance, a rising light weight player. Mr. David Nickens presid- ‘ed. Mr. Charles Lankford acted as sargeant-at-arms, Master Edward Burns was on the job as chief usher ‘as well as yell leader. No basket ball reports were had of note, be- cause the light weight team had een'so badly beaten by the heavy- weights that both sides declined to report, The light weights were ashamed to report and the heavy weights too courteous. ‘The Scout selections were lead by Bernard Jennings. Attendance as well as collection was an improve- ment over last meeting. The Sema- phore Signal work took new interest ‘and each boy seemed determined to beat the other in sending messages, Messrs, Lankford, and Christmas “sat’’ on the work so strongly that they brought down the house every time they‘ ‘took. the floor’. Charles ‘Thompson signaled. so-fast that the slower brothers had: to ‘drop out’” and serateh their ‘‘pates.’” “Among those present were James Mitchell, Eugene Merritt, Bernard Dudley, Charles King, Harry Burns, Edward’ Burns, David Nickens, Freddie Keene, Charles Lankford, Leonard Williams, Charles Thompson, Lor- man Bell, Dunbar Distance, Wm. Xelly, Bernard Jennings, Morris Curtis, Grafton Ellis, Bernard Spriggs, .Albert Hoffman, . Thomas Meads, Andrew .Chester, Joseph Mitchell, George Christmas. CARDS OF THANKS... SEPHUS—On* January, 9,” 1916 Mamie G.;" beloved daughter. of Mrs, Eliza Mumford, - died at her late residence; -246 Vanderbilt ave: gue, Brooklya, N.Y. Remain: Were shipped .to. ‘her’ aunt, Mrs. Susie Bailey, 1826 McCulloh street where. short services - were ‘held. Interment in’Mt, Auburn cemetery. 1 ees FOR SALE FOR SALE—Now open for in- spection, Three story house 700 block Mosher street, in: first class condition; can be bought on easy ternis; sewer connected. $100 cash balance as rent, See A. L. JOHN- SON, 1415 Myrtle Avenue: Phone Mad, 3665 W. FOR SALE -CHEAP—Beautiful three-story house, 1700 block Me- Culloh street, G. R $84.00. Can be seen at any time, Terms to suit. See A. L. Johnson, 1415 Mzrtle Avenue. . : FOR SALE A large 8 story house in the 300 Block of Argyle avenue. Ground rent $78.; 9 rooms and hath. Can be bought on easy terms, See A, L, JOHNSON, 1415 Myrtle avenue, FOR RENT—A nice three story house, 8 rooms and bath in good condition located in a very ex- elusive neighborhood, 1209 Harlem avenue, Apply to 1706 McCulloh treet. FOR SALE—A beautiful three story house on Lafayette avenue, 11 rooms,-and\bath, sewer connect- ed; fine locality for a doctor. Fur- nace in cellar, long yard for garage space. See ARTHUR L. JOHNSON 1415 Myrtle avenue. Phone Mad. 3664 W. Furnished or unfurnished rooms for rent. Apply 1805 McCulloh street. FOR RENT—Two newly paper- ‘ed rooms. Apply to 1124 Druid Hill avenue. AGENTS WANTED— Life of Booker T, Washington. Big book 50 per cent discount retajl’price only $1.00. Send 10 cents‘as ‘post- age on free outfit, Credit given. Wilmore Book Company, Chicago, illinois, Table Boarders Wanted— First class meals served. Mrs, E. S. Williams, 1105 Druid Hill avenue. Couple desire to rent _three or four room flat. Apply J. T., Af- ro-American office, 628 N. Eutaw | Street. A BARGAIN— Will sell $125 organ for $15. Installing a pipe organ reason for selling. A snap for a quick buyer. Apply 1502 N. Mount street. | The members of Wide Awake Adult Bible Class of Metropolitan /M. E, Sunday Sehool were enter- tained by their teacher, Mr. Garrett 'D. Rawlings on New Year’s day from. five to seven o'clock at his residence, 1838 Division street. Musical selections were rendéred by Miss Florence Purviance and others, While the guests were as- jsembled in the dining room Mr. Rawlings was pleasantly surprised by the presentation by Miss Fannie Hays of a handsome fountain pen, a token of appreciation and esteem from the members of the class, GREAT REVIVAL Great revival in progress at ot. John A, M. E. Church. The Rey. S. Douglass McDuffie is doing « greater work than ever before in this city. In spite of the weather lerowds are flocking -to hear him from all parts of the city. Up to Wednesday night there were 109 eonversions, The oldest 9 years old and the youngest seven. The policemen of that vicinity have shown great interest by following the Christian march keeping order in the great crowds. The Rev. McDuffie has been called to Mother Bethel again by Rev. Sanders, but he has not as yet decided. Great good is being manifested in this part of the city. 2:00 P. M., Mass meeting Women, 4:00 Sermon to Men. Tyler to Handle Life of Washington. ‘The publishers of the memorial edi- tion of the late Dr. Booker T. ‘Wash- ington's life have appointed Ralph W. ‘Tyler of Columbus, former auditor for the navy, general agent for the book. This work is the only authentic story of the life of Dr. Washington, It was written by. Dr. Washington himself and contains a sixty-four pase supple- ment by Albon 1. Holsey. This is the only story. of the life of the late Dr. ‘Wasbington that has the approval. of ‘Mrs. Washington and of Emmett J. Scott, who for eighteev. years was the doctor's secretaty.*> ae New "Post For Dr. William HH. Pickett. » DPhevrecent sippointment-of Dr. Wil Ham H. Pickert to tle staf? of the City hospital: iv Uonisviile. Ky.. is“ anotb- er evidence of the -friendly relations whieh exist between. the racest in’ por- tions. of. the south. Dr. Pickett is the first colured pussiclan, ever appointed mn the sia of the Louisville City. bos: pital. * LS aA fro: American: BASKETBALL ~’ H BASKETBALL THE BIGGEST. GAME OF THE SEASON 5 MARYS VS... HOWARD UNIVERSITY ‘Friday Eve., January 21st AT S.MVRYS HALL | % PRELIMINARY GAME tte * Younc DunBAR VS. _ St. Marys CHER?) Admission 25 Cents Blake’s Orchestra for Dancing. | .. BISHOP J. ALBERT JOHNSON... Will Preach and Speak AT ALLEN A.M. BE. CHURCH ee bcscotlia Chas Br SUNDAY, JANUARY 16, 1916. : ‘At 230 P.M. Sunday School. _£At 4.30 P.M, Allen C, E League, and will preach at 8 P, M. You are cordially Invited to attend. YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND AN ILLUSTRATED LECTURE BY BISHOP J. ALBERT JOBNSON AT ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Under auspices of the Bishop J. Albert Johnson Penny Club Monday: Night January 17th, 1916. Admission 25 Cents HOT SUPPER FREE. ts. Mary Dashields, Pres. ‘Miss Hattie Green, Sec'y Rev. P. J. Jordan, Pastor SECOND ANNUAL DANCE... Under auspices of Womans Auxiliary of Maryland Home for Friendless Colored Children At Richmond Market: Armory . Wednesday Eve’g, Jan. 19th, 1916 MUSIC BY MARCATO MUSICAL CLUB, Eubie Blake, Director Cards of Admission, - - 25 Cents Mrs. J. B. Giles, Chairman Nat’onal Smoke Abating Fuel Compound will Demon- strate at the McCormick Building, 722-26 E. Pratt Sty on Monday, January 17th, 1916. We invite the friends to come and witness the demonstration. ' We will hold a meeting at John Wesley M. E. Church, Sharp and Montgomery Sts., on Tuesday, January 18th, 1916, at 8 o'clock P.M. We invite all the business men of Baltimore and the public in general to be present on that night and meet those men. W. A. THOMAS, of St. Louis, Mo. E. M. MITCHELL, of Richmond. Va. S, R. BISHOP, Local Agent of Baltimore, Md. DR. ERNEST LYON, Pastor ..GREAT REVIVAL SERVICES.. : ALL NEXT WEEK AT SHARP STREET MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH, Cor. Dolphin and Etting Streets The Pastor will be assisted by Rev. T. P. Thomas, of Chureh- ‘ton, Md., who has witnessed over 500 conversions in meetings in which he has labored during the past few months. : EVERYBODY WELCOME M. J. NAYLOR, PASTOR. Notice! You are cordially invited to attend the Organization Day ‘At Bethel A. M. E. Church, Sunday, Jan. 23rd, 1913, 3 P. M. REV. S. DOUGLASS McDUFFIE, the Great Evangelist, will deliver the Sermon. All the Organizations are invited to attend. Under the auspices of the Church Aid. Mrs. Leah McComas, Pres. _ Rev. J. W. Sanders, Pastor. .. The Baltimore School of Music... REOPENED FOR THE WINTER AND SPRING ‘TERM, JAN, 3, 1916 AT 1144'PENNSYLVANIA AVE., NEAR DOLPHIN ST. ‘The Directress has spent several. months giving Concerts and studying the: musi-| ‘cal conditions in other cities, especially in New York, the result of which is that A NEW DEPARTMENT will be added to the School, the purpose of which will be to foster the taste for NEGRO MELODIES, and thereby develope the only real music.of which America can boast. PIANO, VOICE CULTURE, THEORY & HARMONY. CHILDREN A SPECIALTY | MADAMEL. BH. RINGGOLD, DIRECTRESS Coming! Coming! February 7th, 1916 Miss-Lela Walker Bryan and Mrs. Annie Hazelton Lee Dramatic Reader Superb Soloist Bethel A. M.E.Church .. Monday, Feb. 7th, 1916 Under the auspices of the Federation Proceeds for Convention Fund Miss fda R. Curmings, Chair. of Arrangements, Mrs, Martha Thompson, Chair. of Finance. Mrs, Edna Reid, Gen. Ticket Agent. ¥ Mrs. Mary F. Handy, Pres. of Federation. Social Hour after Entertainment in Sunday Schcol Parlors, Admission 25 Cents a ge LOANS ON FURNITURE.. FROM $5 TO 850, Cheap Rates, Confidential, Square Deal, Other Loan Companies paid off, and more money advanced. Easy payments, Weekly or Monthly Northwestern. Loan Co. 1310 PENNSYLVANIA AVE. | HOSPITAL si : ..DAY... is "PROVIDENT HOSPITAL. Continued This Sunday Everybody. Give Something. CHURCH NOTICE CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH N's AMEE Gail Caroline and Bank Streets ST, JOHN'S 4M, B. CH Rev, N. M. Carroll, D, D, Pastor” | Rey, BW Worthen, oD Ti, m-and§ p.m. Preaching by |"°™ > ¥; Wortham, D. D. the pastor, . thacd Sat George Street Morning sibject, “All from Christ” ious mre ening by Bev: | Spam tomarh League 290 p.m. ‘Gurday Sebo : .80 p.m. All organizat _Weteome’to an, _|ehoreh "wi arm outta hear WHATCOAT M. E. iseourse from Rev. McDuffie. mefebiaanttte Ge, | Ube a tide fra Bersoanae, fugnes, A. M.. Pastor: | ‘The revival will continue - Something new. ‘Sund | t1a'm, ‘The pastor, subject, “Back| ALLEN A. M. E. CHUR to Life.” Lexington‘and Carlton Str 2p, m., Sunday’ School. Rev. Py J. Jordan, D, D.,-P Miss Edyth Cooper, Supt, },,2/ 8: ™-_ Sermon by ‘pasror, W. ©. Tongue, Sunt: Hmeritus’” |““Giving Away Hom God " 5p. m. Epworth League, _ 2.80 p. m. Sunday School, ‘Th 7.30 em. Preset and Butieo Service, |intendent desires to see the vat 8p. m. The pastor, subject “Eman- scholars, Bishop Jobnson cipation:”’ present. ® | Wednesday night Prayer Meeting, | *90P.m. Allen O. E. Leag Revival service continued. Good singing and progrrm. Sunday January 80th excursion mt.| Bishop Jobson wilt speak, Zion Church, Washmgtoz, D.C, $1.60] , 8. m- Sermon by Bishoo J round trip. ‘Tickets at parsonage. |JwREen Good singing. Yoa DENT M. B. CHURCH GALILEAN FISHERMEN HALL Biddle St., near Madison Ave. Rev James L. Williams, Pastor Reaidence: 614 W. Biddle St. 11a. m. Special sermon by. pastor subject “Show. Me Thy Glory.”” 2.30 p.m, Sabbath School, All chil- “Ppa Clase, Bro, Jas; Moore lea Pm. Class. Bro. Jas; Moore, leader 8p m. Closing of Men’s Day: Rally. Special sermon by pas or. "Al Tags and Envelopes’ must be re- ported by members and friends, Good music, Everybody welcome, Bro, Walter Howard, Church Ulerk. Bro. Raymond Carter, Secretary of ‘the Oficial Board. ae Bro. Richard Johnson, Ohorister "ASBURY M. E, CHURCB East and Lexington Sts, Rev, George E. Curry, Pastor. Hesidence: 1830 H. Hager St, 11am. Sermon by the pastor, 2.30pm. Sunday School, Mr, 0. 'T. Stewart, Supt, 6.15 p. m., Junior Epworth League. Mrs, F. Morton Curry, Supt. The pro- gromme will be rendered by the Queen,s Entertainment citcle, ‘Tne Circle 19 made up of members of one family. Aiverdone cordially invited. 8p. m. Special sermon to the Will ing Workers and other organizations, aly A PES, DBs Be PAIRS LAD EAs Gust CHUKCH MicRlderry Dtreet aud Vatterson ark Avenue Fr A ee HS Se, SUI AOY ot DES Rey. Alired Young, Pastor Residence: 618 Nalphin Street ll a, m. Preaching by Rev. C. Beatty. 2.20 p. m,, Sun-jav School. Tn m., Epworth League. 730 p.m. Sermon by Rev. R. W. Qheers, Pres. Y. M. C..A. of Morgan College. The Association will be pres- ent in full. A great day in East Balti- ore. Everybody welcome. AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCB Carey and Baker Streets Rev. A. J. Mitchell, D.’D., Pastor Parsonage 1363 N, Calhoun St. 6.30 a. m., Olass. Thomas Lane, Leader. ‘ 11 a, m. Sermon by pastor. 2.80 p. m., Sunday Schoo} and Teach- er Training Class. Fenry Johnson, Supt. 5 p.m. Fpworth League, 8p.m. Evangelistic Services con- tinued. . ST. MATTHEWS M. E. CHURCH East 23rd Street Rev, B. A. Green, Pastor ILa. m. Pastor. 2.80 p.m. Sunday Fchool. 7p. m. Epworth League, 8pm. Rev. H. M. psshlagtn Mrs, E. 8, Fuller, Pres. Ladies Aid. Mrs. Elsie Wall, Pres, EL. Miss Ida Williams, Supt. Jr; Epworth League, * Mr, K.D. Ragland, Pres, of Brother. hood. MT. HOPE INDEPENDENT M. E. CAUR H 2024 Division St. near Bloom Rev. W. W. Hoy, Pastor . Residence: 1312 Argyle Avenue Sunday January iéth, 1916 ta, m._ Preaching by the pastor: 220 p. m.. Snnday School. 8 p.m, Preaching by a visiting min- ister. A-cordial welcome to all, SHARP ST. MEM. M. £, CHURCB Dolphin and Etting Streets / Rev. M. J. Naylor, D.-D., Pastor 10a. m., Bible Class, “T. ‘B. Smith, Instructor; ta. m._ Preaching by the pastor. 2'p, tm, Sanday School. M."Q. Dor: sey, Supt. ’p. m., Bible Class. Prof. J. H. Lockerman, Instructor 4.20 0. m, Epworth League. Mra. Belen Mase, Pree, p.m. “Council of W ar’? conducted by the pastor. All soldiers present. Great r vival all n xt assisted by Kev. T. v. Thomas, great soul winker. 500 witnessed in last few montts. Come, reat, pray. 3RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIS) CHURCH Druid Hill Ave; and Robert Street G. P. Rodgers, Pastor Sabbath (Saturday) Service Sabbath School 108 m. ‘reaching Service 11.30 s, m. . Vesper Service 3.30 p,m: Sunday January 16 b at p. m. spec ial sermon ty the pastor, sub., ‘The Rich Man in Hell, Whe Was.He? The ‘Thief of the Cross, Is He In Paradise? O.¥.W.0, A. ; WILLING wee etpay t Sunday January 16th, 1916. Yoo'are' ‘cordially’ invited to attend the meeting and bring’a friend.’ ‘Mis. Pickena will, 1aake an. addréss and othe. s. 4 ; “Good Music Mr MM. Min. ¢, Chairman Miss C; Davage, President Miss B, E. Bright, Secretary, Mrs. H! | Smith’ Gen’ See’y. Special « rmou~ to- he Nenemian Lodgh of Odd Fellows at Ebenezer A ME, Church, “unday Janoary 28,181 at 8p. m.-by the pastor, Dr, IN Ross, All'ae invited. a st, soars ae CHURCHES) exington Street near Pine Rev. P. W: Wortham, DD. Pastas uaa Schne by Be 8. Doug: 8, m. Preaching by Rev. S. pe: lass McDuffie, s . 2.30 p,m. Surday School. 2 3,30 p..m. All organizations of the: church will turn out to hear a’ special’ discourse from-Rev. McDuffie: 5 6 BS m.. Christian Endeavor paagae 7.30 p. ‘mai Sermon Rev. McDuffie, ‘The revival will continue i ‘ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH. = ‘Lexington’and Carlton Streets Se ee ee gran ee eee Rey. Py J, Jordan, D, D., Pastor. - Ais. mi.” Sermon by pagar, eubject “Giving Away Prom God " 3 2.30 p. m. Sunday School, The ‘super- : intendent desires to see the parerits and: acholars, Bishop Johnson will be present. : se 430 p.m, Allen O. E. League, Good singing and progrrm.~ *. Bishop Johson will speak. 8p. m. Sermon by Bishoo J. Albert Johnaon” Good singing.- You are cor- Gially Invited to come, illiem Butler Pres, A. C. EB. L. Howard D sent, Supt. , MT. MORIAH A. M. E. CHURCH: Rev. James A. Briscoe, Pastor «roxy A napoli Ma i Great revival going on. Snnday Jaa- Tay 0h, 11g PARTING DAY: 11 &. m. Special sermon to the pastor subject, ‘The Faith For Today.” “2.80 p. m. - Sunday School, Rev, Brown, Sapt. $90 p.m. Sermon by Rev. Briscoe, subject, ““Walking. Witn God,” 6.30 p. mA. 0. League, j by eames res, .m, Sermon, by pas or. ae el Galen the meek TRINITY A. M. E, CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle Street Rev. S. M, Johnson, D. D,, Pastor 6,302, m., Early “Meeting. Solomon Boimes, Leader. lla m, Sermon by the pastor. 2.30 p.m, Sabbath School, 6.30 p. m,, A. C. E, League, Special Pp ety Tea0 p.m: Sermon by Dr. Wans'N, Holt the evangelist. ‘the- revival is still going. ‘on. and great icterest ia being manifested, W. L, Wilson, president A. C. E, League. 'T. J» Holliday, Supt BETHEL A, M. E, CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. and Lanvale Strees Rev. J. W, Sanders, D. D., Pastor Bishop J. A. Johnson Sunday 11 a m. Let the whole church greet this ni ble man of God 2.80 p. m., Sundar Schoot, 6.30 p.m. A. C. B, League. Roth Sunday School ard tase are doing splendid work. May their use- fulness increale 109 per cent FIRST INDEPENDENT A MB CHURCH Cor, Orchard and Tessier Streets Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D., Pastor _ _ Parsonage: 1232 Argyle Ave. 11 a, m, Preaching by the pastor, subject, “Divine, Check on Man's ‘Duwnward Course.” 9,30 p. m., Sunday School. 4p m Cises, mae 7.30 p. m. Sermon By peste subject, me Importance of Having Christ ind,” : Wednesday night Class, All are welcome to our services, Frederick Dabney, Sec’y. : C. H. Hanley, Treas. EBENEZER A.M. E, ORURCH Montgomery St, near Charles, Rev..L, N. Ross, Pastor, 7a. m. Class. ‘ 10 a. m, Bible Class 11.9. m. Sermon by the pastor. 2,80 'p. m., Sunday Scho! uu; Mr. C, Toleon, Supt: p.m, Special service under au} apices. ofthe eburch and society, Mra, j.'L.. Crew,"Pres. Sermon’ by Rev, Jon. Gwynn of:Oak Street A M. E. Curen::” His cnoir and congregation: 6 p. m, Endeavor _.. Mr, J. Murray, Pres. -§ p.m, “Bvangelistic Service GALILEE, C..M,E OHURCH "Mount Street near Baker 3 “10a! mf Class. Bro, West Alston, Leder. “Preaceing by the. pastor, Ha,.m. Preaceing by the. a subject, “He Coming King.” - Rp. m, Sunday School, 6p. m. Epworth League, S p.m. Sermen: to the G..U. 0. of the Seven Wise. Men, Mt. Zion Lodge 0. 4. R, W. Jones, Pastor. a a a GILLIS MEMORIAL MW. P. CHURCH Stockton Street Rev B. H. Knight, Pastor 10.0. m,° Class, Bro, James Wood, Leader. lla, m. Pastor. 2pm. Sanday School 6.80 p.m. C. BD. 8p. tm, : Pastor, : Mrs. Hattie Woods, Press ; BD. °T Eo Metliowan. Sut X CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Dr. G..W. Kennard. Pastor 11am. Sérmon by Rev. Smith. 2.30 p. m. Sunday Sehool. 8p. m. Rev. Woolford Jones. All are invited, ge a a PERKINS “Q. BAPTIST CHURCH Gecrge and Ogeton Streets _ —Geerge-and Ogeton streets HOV. 2. Wiletw, %. o ‘Bvangelistic Services 11.8. m." Serinon by the pastor. 2.80 p. m;, Sunday School Bp. m..”’ Evangelistic service com- ducted -by Prof, Young of Mt. Clare; M- ). who will algo render aome eelectl: ms.: ‘Wednesday night Rev. McDnffie will: begin'revival meeting. The Board of Directors of the ¥. ‘M.-C. A. deem it wise to have eon nected ‘withthe ‘‘Brotherhood’? a Ladies’ Auxiliary whose object will ‘be "to, cooperate in every way: in’ ‘the’ prosecution of the plans for the: general’ ‘good . of. the men-and boys of the eommunity. “A mest- ing is called for January 17 ‘(Mon- day next)-at 8 p.m. at.the Y. M. C..A. building. on Druid. Hill ave- nue.” An organization. will be. pee- fected. at~this ‘meeting ‘and- we cordially: invite all:-ladies: tebe present.” ERT DR. ROSS STILL IN THE FIELD Baltimore Conference Elected Him A Delegate With The Full Understanding That He Was A Candidate For The Bishopric Thereby Giving Him Its Endorsement I sit alone tonight, meditating in the study of the parsonage of old historic Ebenezer Church. I am the last of the "Quartet of Ross Brothers," all ministers of African parents and pursuits. From their ashes on the altar of our great connection, the spirit voices of my brothers, whose entire lives were heroically given up to build our Zion, come to my spirit with counsel. And my mother who gave four sons to the Christian ministry to advance Negroes' independent church life; and who also gave six other of her own children to the service of African Methodism, joins our communion of spirits. She and my sainted brothers, continue in the spirit as they did in the flesh, to point me forward in service upon souls. And voices of the living break upon and interpret those of the dead. They come in pleading script from all parts of African Methodism. They ask: 'Do you still stand for election to the holy office of bishop? If so, let me know. I was with you in 1912, and you are yet my choice. I have no reason to change. I will work and write for you. We need you on the Bench.' In addition to these inquiries the Ohio Conference which I joined 35 years ago, in its last session, instructed its delegates, if any bishops were elected, to use every honorable means to have me exalted to that high office. The distinguished bishop who presided over that conference, baptized me in 1876. Now the historic Baltimore Conference in which I now serve, elected me on the first ballot, one of it delegates, with the definite understanding as to my aspirations and the attitude towards me of eminent clergymen and laymen throut the connection. The General Conference of 1912 set a precedent. It gave me, in no way having voice and vote in it, throut the solemn issue of electing bishops 196 votes. And the loyal Son of Allens who cast their votes for me until the great contest ended, then surrounded me and congratulated me upon the strength which came and held to me. And there they pledged themselves "'By the help of God, we will elect you in 1916, if our life is spared." I sincerely confess that these spiritual, physical, and personal actions profoundly affect me. Thus I find myself, urged to make this statement, to my loyal friends and beloved church, by a chain of unavoidable events—the plighted faith of 196 pillars of our great temple, the filial action of my mother conference, the loving endorsement of my present conference, and the exhortations of my sainted dead. To loyal and self-sacrificing friends is my first word—My best efforts can never prove how thankful I am to them. God bless them! He alone can fully reward their noble natures. Never shall I betray their confidence in me. And to my more than spiritual mother, African Methodism—I declare my life a whole burnt offering on thy altar! In the depths and over the plains I have ever done thy will! I am still thy soulful slave! I will serve thee on the heights with the same lose of my life for thy gain as ever I did! Use me up to work thy weal! So I send the language of my life to every African Methodist that is born on building our Zion better. Let my heart speak to his heart. Thus will he know my life and judge my fitness to forward African Methodism. I. N. ROSS, 18 West Montgomery St., Baltimore, Md. PRESIDENT GOODLOE President Goodloe of the Maryland Colored State Teachers' Association announces the following Executive Committee:— George B. Murphy, chairman; Henry J. Lowers, Walter Washington, Stephen H. Long, William H. Lee, William H. McAbee, Miss Charlotte Slowe, J. Howell Howard and James T. Williams. The Legislative Committee will be announced later. Jesse Nicholas, secretary. NEWS FROM ALL PARTS OF BALTIMORE COUNTY MT. WASHINGTON NEWS Mt. Washington, Md., Jan. 12. Mrs. Emma Smith of 10 Kelly avenue entertained on last Thursday evening, Mrs. Jennie Swann of Baltimore. Mrs. Mary E. Smith and son Louis Smith, of Cockeysville, were the guests of her mother, Mrs. Emma Smith. Miss Louisa Gwynne, of 14 Kelly avenue, spent Saturday and Sunday at Bowing, Md., visiting friends. On New Year's day a dinner party was given at Mrs. Berry's residence in their honor. Mrs. Louisa Gwynne and Mr. Joseph Derrick of Bowing, Md., were the dinner guests of Mrs. Sophia Brown at Bowing, Sunday. Miss Julia Boyd and Mr. Solomon Gwynne of Kelley avenue spent Sunday with Miss Boyd's sister, Mrs C. T. Williams in Bowie, Md. Mr. Leon Wicks, son of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Wicks of Kelly-avenue is improving from an attack of grip. Miss Francis Grandison of Baltimore and Miss Anderson of West Minister, Md., were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Simms, 2 Kelly avenue on Sunday. A sacred concert was given on Sunday evening at First Baptist Church by the Epworth League Association. The program was arranged by Miss Ruth Wickes. Mr. Thomas Simms acted as master of ceremonies. Mr. Joseph Wickes, present: Mr. Thomas Simms, general superintendent; Mr. Clyde Garnes, secretary; Rev. Thomas Wyatts, pastor. The revival service which is being conducted by Rev. Nash of Baltimore at St. Andrews A. U. M. P. Church has been very successful. LUTHERVILLE ITEMS Lutherville, Md., Jan 12.—The fair that was held at Edgewood M. E. Church under the auspices of Queen Esther Circle reported $7.00 clear of expenses. Miss Mabel Brown, after an operation upon her eyes, is slowly improving. The fourth quarterly conference was held at Edgewood M. E Church last Thursday. District Superintendent Hays presided. Miss Helen Mack, of Riderwood spent Sunday afternoon with Miss Mary Johnson. CATONSVILLE JOTTINGS Catonsville, Md., Jan. 31.—Mrs. Perry Cautions and Mrs. Lottie Adams returned from Lisbon, Howard county with their father, Mr. Perry Dorsey, who is staying here. Mrs. Johanna Worthington is confined to her bed by illness. Mrs. Julia Payne Bee, the stepmother of Mrs. Daniel Harris, left Tuesday for Northumberland county, Va. Miss Mamie Lee, of Baltimore, and Mr. Henry Smith of Howard county, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Jackson last week. Grace A. M. E. Sunday School met and elected officers as follows: Mr. Charles Henson, superintendent; Mrs. E. Waters, assistant superintendent; Mrs. L. Henson, secretary; Mrs. Emma Johnson, treasurer; Mrs. Ida Torsell, pianist. No change of teachers. Dora Day, librarian. Mr. George Gross is seriously ill at his home. TOWSON JOTTINGS Towson, Md., Jan. 13.—Mt. Calvary Church contributed to Provident Hospital last Sunday. Bishop L. J. Coppin has appointed Rev. Randall to deliver the Educational address to the Annual Conference which meets in Washington in April. Rev. Randall addresses the Ministerial Alliance Monday at the Grace Presbyterian Church on Social Reconstruction. Rev. L. S. Mills of Towson has secured 15 conversions at his church at Havre de Grace. Most of them have joined the A. U. M. P. Church of which he is pastor. Mr. and Mrs. John Young gave recently a largely attended party for their daughter, Miss Francis. Friends were present from Long Green, Lutherville, Riderwood and Towson. Rev. and Mrs. Randall and their children were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron J. Stewart at their home on Fairmont Avenue, last Sunday. Mrs. Sarah Holt and all the Randalls were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson of Baltimore to dinner recently. Mr. Preston Johnson of Philadelphia was a visitor at the same time. Mr. Manon L. Tucker, is on the sick list. Mesdames Henrietta Foote and Della Myers paid their daughters a visit where they are in boarding school at Washington. Rev. W. N. Edwards and family received many valuable remembrances from his members and fiends at Christmas. Mrs. Maud Allen of Baltimore visited Mrs. Annie Diggs during the last week. The Loyal Temperance Legion meets at St. James A. U. M. P. Church at 3 p. m. Sunday. Ali children and young people invited. IN MEMORIAM In sad but loving memory of my dear mother, Fannie Bolden Myers, who departed this life one year ago today, January 12, 1915. When the hour came for parting no tongue has cease to tell. How I loved my mother dear as when I bid her farewell. I often sit on Sunday and wonder what you use to say And think, if you only knew the changes that have happened since that day. But you are happy in that land far away By her lonely daughter, Annie Bolden Tilghman Life is sad dear mother, lonely is my heart today For the one I loved so clearly, has forever passed away. Time cannot heal my wounded heart nor fill the vacant chair, My life is dreary without you; I miss you everywhere. By her daughter, Mollie Cockrell. How sad was the parting of my dear grandma My grief I cannot keep concealed, Bur you have gone to your dear Saviour On the hills of the heavenly fields By her grandson, John Robinson. Into sweet rest she has entered no more She is smiling upon us from Heaven, our loved mother is now asleep. In loving memory of our dear father Frank A. Tasker, who died January 16th, 1915, one year ago. Servant of God well done Thy glorious warfare is past. The battle fought, the victory won And thou art crowned at last. By his daughters, Mrs. Bertha Young, Mrs. Lula Stewarl. Mr. John H. Briggs, late of 140 W. 53rd Street, and brother of the late S. J. Briggs of Baltimore, Md. passed away Tuesday night January 4th at 10.10 p. m. in the presence of his family. The funeral services of the remains of the late John H. Briggs was held from Mt. Olivet Baptist Church W, 53rd Street, on Sunday January 10th. The services were simple and impressive. His remains were borne to the church by his Odd Fellow brethren and Past Grand Master Council No. 1, of which he had been a member for over 25 years. Mr. Briggs had lived in New York for more than 30 years and was loved by all who knew him. The floral tributes were numerous which manifested the esteem in which he was held. He leaves to mourn their loss a widow, one daughter and two sons; four sisters of Richmond, Va., and one brother of Boston, Mass. The funeral arrangements were in charge of Rev. R. R. Mont and were beautifully carried out. A loved one from us is gone A voice we love is still, A chair is vacant in our home We wish to thank all friends for their kindness during our bereavement and for their floral tributes and expressions of sympathy. A Richmond papers please copy. James A. Owings, beloved son of James H. and Hester E. Owings, departed this life three years ago, January 25th, 1913. Our son has gone where there is no Our son has gone where there is no sickness, sorrow or pain, Yet we hope to see him again The Solomon says there is a time to born, and a time to die. Let us hope that he has a home in Heaven, that city beyond the sky. By his parents, James H. Owings, Hester E. Owings. CARD OF THANKS Mrs Mary E. Brown 924 Bolton Street wishes to thank her many friends for their kindness to me during the illness of my husband, David E. Brown and also for the beautiful floral tributes at his death. DIED. Mr. W. H Jackson departed this life in full triumph of faith at his late residence 1621 Presstman Street on Tuesday January 11th, 1915. The funeral took place from Payne Memorial A. M. E. Church, Rev J. G. Martin, pastor. Interment in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. In sad remembrance of my dear husband Julius A. Smith who departed this life two years ago January 9th, and son Mayhew B. Smith who departed this life August 8th, five months ago. Two long years have passed away, Since you left your darling loved ones We tried so hard to keep you What peaceful hours we once enjoyed How sweet the memory still Your place is vacant in our home Which never can be filled A grand reception was given by Mrs. Rosey E. Savage and Miss Nellie Bishop, 1203 Argyle avenue in honor of Misses Alice and Ada Simson and Miss Berry, Wednesday, December 29th. Among those present were Mrs. Sidney Henry Mrs. Rebecca Shepherd, Mrs. Rachel Holt, Mrs. Jeff Smith, Mrs. Jacquin Carroll, Mr. Sydney Armstrong and Mrs. Samuel Tingle of Snow Hill. Md. p --- --- AFRO-AMERICAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY. 1205 PARK AVENUE Rooms Papered from $2.50 Up JOHN A. BISHOP Funeral Director and Embalr 1107 DRUD HILL AVE W. A. RILEY ... Shaving Parlor ... All Styles of Hair Cutting 15c. Children's Hair Cutting 10c. Electric massage Electric Shampooing 1537 Penna Ave. near Mechen Frank A. Simmons HOUSE PAINTER 1932 Druid Hill Avenue Work Guaranteed GEO. F. BLACKISTONE 1216 PENNA. AVENUE Opp. N. W. Police Station SHOE REPAIRING While YOU WAIT My work has no equal. My Price can't be beat Work called for and delivered Phone: Madison 3672 M. C. T. CHAMBERS CONFECTIONERY Ice Cream Soda, all Flavors Soft Drinks Cigars and Tobacco Notions 526 DOLPHIN ST BALTIMORE, MD. Pianos and 'Organs' Tuned, Polished' and Repaired. ALL WORK GUARANTEED Mail Orders Promptly Attended To JOSEPH A. 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Thanking you all again for a continuance of the same, I remain respectfully TON CHASE MOO MOSHER STREET Telephone Madison 1990 POINT Alfred Nixon General Agent 493 N. Gilmor St. R Phone Gilmor 3361 M Are Sick CAN SAVE Carse Bills, Medicine Bills Cars--By Going to nt Hospital icine, attention of train- doctors day and night, all week. By F. Brown, Superintendent hospital. Mt. Ver. 4356 For 1916 our motto in business will be a great change for the interest of the general public; changes in prices and monthly payments. Our payments on Singer Sewing Machines will be from $1.00, $1.50 to $2.00 per month. If you don't deal with us we both lose. We still retain our office at 1211 Druid Hill Ave. There should be no reason why every person should not have a sewing machine in their home. An undeniable fact that this is the right place for you to purchase your been asked by the Singer Company, why is it the colored trade. We absolutely treat you better get our prices. When purchasing a machine or office. Repairing a Specialty. 1211 Druid Hill Ave. phone: Madison 4084 w. 142 W. Hill Street was 826 Druid Hill Ave. LEADER AMONG BUSINESS MEN Success of Cornelius C. Cook of Shreveport, La. KNOWS HOW TO GET RESULTS From Small Beginning on a Farm In Louisiana C. C. Cook Has Become One of the Most Prominent Men of the Race In the State—Born of Slave Parents. Shreveport, La.-Far to the south is the state of Louisiana, in the midst of the section where human slavery wrought its most deadly work of injustice and cruelty to a race of people long held by slaveholders as so much merchandise. Yet after many centuries of bondage a four year war, fought primarily to preserve the union of states, resulted in the freedom of the slaves. During the fifty years of freedom the colored people of this state have made considerable progress in reducing their literacy, buying homes, building churches and by degrees going into business. True, there have been failures in their business efforts along many lines, but these failures in most instances have served to nerve them to renewed effort, and the result is that throughout the state there are scores of successful business enterprises to their credit. Cornellus C. Cook of this city is one of the many successful business men of this state who has by persistence [Picture of a man in a suit with a tie]. CORNELIUS C. COOK. risen to prominence in business, religious and fraternal organizations. He was born of slave parents in Bosier parish, this state. His boyhood days were spent in the country and in attending the parish graded school at his native home. He made rapid progress in school and was thorough in his work. The knowledge gained in school was put to good use in his early life, although he worked as a farm hand for many years. Like most aspiring and ambitions country boys young Cook desired to better his condition financially, and to this end he secured a position in a hotel in the city, serving in various capacities. He saved his money and later went to Memphis, Teen., where he took a special course of study, returned to his home and began business for himself. He has made wonderful progress in his business in this city and is now one of the foremost men of his race in this section of the country. He has contributed to almost every movement that mean racial uplift and progress. He is a Christian and an active member of the C. M. E. church, known as the "Temple." in Shreveport. Mr. Cook is not only a member, but he is an officer, being president of the trustee board. In this position he superintended the erection of the new church edifice, which is one of the finest in the state. He also fills a place on the board of stewards of the church. Mr. Cook knows something about the fraternal organizations of Louisiana. He is a member of the Masons. Odd Fellows, Mosaic Templars, United Brothers of Friendship, Royal Knights, Knights of Good Shopherds and Knights of Pythias. In all these he is active and holds membership in a number of benevolent societies. In the Shreveport Business league, as well as in the Louisiana State Business league, he is one of the leading members. In the Business and Professional Men's association Mr. Cook is an active worker, and when its meetings are held he contributes his part to their success. He is a benefit to this section of the country and contributes to the support of the city of Shreveport, Ia., by paying taxes on real estate and personal property. He declares that he has never failed to pay his poll taxes. Be it said to his credit that he has the largest business of its kind in Shreveport and is kept busy all the time. He owns a large up to date automobile. Mrs. Cook contributes much to the success of his business. She is a graduate from the summer high school in St. Louis. Mrs. Cook his made many friends in this city. Mr. and Mrs. Cook have three children. The family is well known throughout the community and is highly respected. PRAISE FOR MAJOR MOTON. George Gordon Battle Believes Washington's Successor to Be Safe Leader. George Gordon Battle, the well known New York lawyer, in speaking of the capability of Major Robert R. Moton, the successor of the late Dr. Booker T. Washington as principal of the Tuskegee institute, pays a high tribute to the major. He also speaks with courage and optimism concerning the future of our race. Mr. Battle says: As a man of southern birth who is deeply interested in the future of the Negro in the south I am much gratified at the selection of Major Robert R. Moton to take charge of the Tuskegee institute as the successor of the lamented Booker T. Washington. I am sure from the antecedents and record of Major Moton that he will preserve the traditions of his predecessor and will continue his great work of developing his own race, while maintaining the friendly relations which now exist and should always exist between the white and the colored men of the south. I remember very clearly the apprehension with which the work of Booker T. Washington was, at its inception, viewed by the white people of that section. They greatly feared that the result of his efforts would be to send out from Tuskegee young colored men and women hostile to their white neighbors and unified for success in their native land. This would have been, of course, a consummation devoutly to be dreaded by both races. As the work at Tuskegee proceeded and as both the white and colored people of the south grew to learn and to appreciate the wisdom, the moderation and the true Christianity of the remarkable man who was at its head these apprehensions were dispelled. Booker T. Washington was nowhere more highly esteemed and respected than among the white people of his community. Indeed, his funeral was notable for the grief displayed at his loss and the tribute to his memory by the white men and women of Alabama and of other southern states. Undoubtedly he has done more than any man of either race to inspire hope of an ultimate and happy solution of this great problem. For this achievement he deserves and has received the gratitude and the respect of all the people of this country. Major Moton will find it difficult to reach the standard of his predecessor. He was, indeed, the bow of Ulysses. As I have said, however, Major Moton's views are formed along the lines of his great preceptor, and I hope and believe that he will be equal to the task of carrying forward the work which has been so nobly begun. I also hope that Tuskegee institute, Hampton institute, Manassas Industrial school and other like institutes throughout the south will continue to be not only centers of education and improvement for the colored race, but growing and continuing sources of that mutual good will and respect which will enable the two races to pursue their friendly and honorable destinies. PREPARING FDR SERVICE. Hampton Students Show Pluck at Plumbing and Steamfitting Trade. From city and town there go to Hampton intelligent Negro and Indian boys, who, after careful choosing and planning, enter the plumbing and steamfitting department, there to work inconspicuously and faithfully, early and late, whether in damp trenches or on hot roofs, in underground passages or at dizzy heights. Some of these boys have already dabbled with machinery or puttered around some plumber's shop. All are "green" so far as scientific plumbing and steamfitting are concerned. All need systematic and hard training. All are put through the mill of regular work under careful supervision. Boys who attend the Hampton trade school have a purpose. At plumbing and steamfitting, for example, the new boys go with an earnest desire to learn how to lay pipes and do the thousand and one thought compelling tasks which find their way to a practical mechanic. the aim of the Hampton institute trade school in training a limited number of carefully selected, ambitious Negro and Indian boys as plumbers and steamfitters (or mechanics who can do both good plumbing and good steamfitting work) is to turn out at the end of a four year course reliable and efficient men—students whose characters have been developed, strengthened, refined; men who can tackle hard problems and work them out successfully to a finish; men who love their work, even though so much of it is out of human sight and is not subject to the immediate criticism of every passerby. Hampton, in short, makes men as well as mechanics whom the public respects rather than ridicules. Zoar M. E. Church Over a Century Old. The big event at the Zoar Methodist Episcopal church in Philadelphia for December was the observance of the one hundred and twentieth anniversary of its incorporation. The Rev. Dr. F. H. Butler, minister of the church, with the hearty co-operation of the members, arranged an appropriate program for the celebration, which included many notable speakers and singers. Hundredth Anniversary of Methodism. Throughout America, in parts of Africa, Bermuda and the West Indies the churches of the African Methodist Episcopal denomination are beginning preparations for the general conference to be held in Philadelphia in May. This gathering will mark the one hundredth anniversary of the founding of the A. M. E. church by Richard Allen. THE AFRO-AMERICAN A. B. EDWARD POWELL CHALDEANS HOLD ANNUAL SESSION The G. N. O. of Chaldeans held its 61st annual session at Good Hope Hall Tuesday, December 7, 1915. The condition of the Order was reported excellent. After the regular routine of business the following officers were elected and installed for the ensuing term by the G. Secretary: Wm. H. Garrett, G. M., Frank Brown, D. G. M.;Mrs. Annie Carr, S. G. M.; Mrs. Maria Morris, S. G. Assso.; Edward Powell, S. G. Sec.; Charles Lowery, G. Chaplain; Mrs. Bettie Tilghman, G. Treasurer; Mrs. Mary Cross, G. R. Cond; Mrs. Lucy Winfield, G. L. Cond.; Silbert Johnson, G. R. Supt; Jame Planter, G. L. Supt. Alfred Nixon, G. Lecturer; John Slocum, G. Marshal; John Christian, G. Warden; John Davis, G. O. Orator; James Brooks, G. I. Guard; Edward Bolden, G. O. Guard. WOODVILLE NOTES Woodville, Md., Jan. 12.—Services were held at St. Thomas M. E. Church at 11 a. m. on Sunday and at John Wesley M. E. Church at 3 p. m. 'Communion was administered. Miss Bernice Glascoe, who has been spending some time with her aunt' in Baltimore has returned home. Rev. Robert F. Coates and Mr. Thomas Adams were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Gantt at La Plata, Md., during the week. Master Freddie Gross, who has been on the sick list, was able to return to school on Monday. Rev. and Mrs. Robert F. Coates, Miss Estella Magruder and Mr. Mason Banks motored to Washington on Tuesday and attended the meeting held at Ebenezer M. E. Church. ...CONFIDENCE... Means More to the Optician Building Up H CONFIDENCE means one thing in selecting your Opt we have been making and I Thousands of satisfied customers our ability to fit your eyes. Do You Know WHO NEEDS The Gift They W ACCURACY QUALITY Good Glasses as The Cut Ratio CONFIDENCE means more to YOU than any other one thing in selecting your Optician. For the last 10 years we have been making and fitting Glasses in Baltimore. 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Mention this paper when writing ms NOTICE! Soe NOTICE! ; | . Experienced Colored Sewing. Machine Operators can‘find steady employment with good wages at the -- \VINDEX SHIRT FACTORY _ fee Cor, Pulaski and McHenry Sts. Apply at-once. LOCAL HAPPENINGS) PERSONAL NOTES -evjcunowuens ELECT bimecoRs | Mt. John H. Alston, student The annual stockholders meeting of the Catonsville Cooperative Asso- ciation was. held Tuesday, in the -eompany's building. | Winters and “Edmondson avenues. The follow- ing. directors were elected for the ensuing year: President, Charles C. Woodland; first vice president, Amos Wilson; -second vice-president, Alex, Terrell; recording ‘secretary, John W. Thomas; financial secretary, Wm. E, Griffin; treasurer, Samuel Jones; general manager, W. Washington; chaplain, Frank Duckett; Walter Raveling, Benjamin F. Watkins, Wm. ‘Ashton, John W. Johnson. CROWD: AT MINSTRELS’ PERFORMANCE St. Mary’s Hall was crowded to the doors on last Thursday night to witness the second annual ap- pearance of St. Katharines Min- strels, The performance was of a high order, the music more than ordinarily good and the jokes clean and good. “The solos were render- ed by Messrs. Braxton and Sorrell, Fortune and Hubert, while the end men, Messrs. Wright and Moore brought. down the house with their funny antics ard two character songs written by themselves, The proceeds were for the benefit of St. Katherine’s Church, BTSs PENMAN ENTERTAINS. Miss Marie Redman, of 1714 Druid Hill avenue entertained a host of her friends on last Saturday evening in honor of her 25th birth- day. The. evening was spent ina musical and literary program Those taking part in the program were Mrs. Gustavus.Rodgers, wife of Elder G. P. Rodgers; Mr, and Mrs, Wm. H. Noble, Mr. N.. Batty, Mr.-J. Coxand Mr. D.Webb Johns. Miss Redman received many beauti- ful-as well as useful preeents. After partaking of the delicacies of the season the guests departed, wishing Miss Redman many more happy birthdays, % foie <ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS ‘At the regular meeting of Queen Elizabeth. Household of Ruth No. 4787 the annual election of officers were-held on. December 15th, 1916. ‘At. which. time, the following offi- cers were. elected: W.R., Sis. Kate Terrell; N. G., Sis. Mary Robinson; W. Prelate, Sis, Sophia Brown; W. treasurer, Sis, Frankie C. Batty; trustees, Sis. Lillian Lewis, chairman Sis. ‘Laura Smith and Sis. Nancy. Simms. Officers promoted: R. 'N. G., Sis. Thelma Hoes; M. N.G., Sis. Elsie Slater; P, M. N. G., Sis. Edna ‘Gibson, - “Those appointed: Sis. Mamie Sarpenter, Sis. Eliza Nelson, right and, left senior stewarts; Sis. Ma- linda Washington,. Sis. Henrietta Cook, ‘right and. left junior stew- ‘arts; Sis. Emmaline Turner, shep- herd. © At’ the meeting held on ‘January 5th, by “the above named ‘H. BH. ‘the: above named officers were ‘installed by ‘their. founder, ‘Sis. Rebecca Gibson, P.M. N. G.; also ex-recorder’ of Queen Esther H. H..of Ruth No, 55, G. U. O. of 0, F. assisted by Sis. Ida M. Whit- jing, P. M.N. G. of the same H. H. “ORDER OF MOSES IN GOODSCONDITION The. stockholders of the Joint Stock: Company Order: :f Moses ‘held: their 25th annual stockholders meeting, January 5, 1916. in their hall, 608 Eutaw street. The annual report showing the company to be “in avery. prosperous condition All debts: paid-with cash on hand Dec. 31,°1915 $1080.55; received from rent during. the year 1915 $1615.09 “After: paying a dividend of : 12'per scent, all: money invested. 22 The’. stockholders elected the fol- ‘lowing: members: Board of Direc- ‘tors. for’ the year 1916, Solomon ‘Av Bond, president; L. H. Daven- “port, vice president;: Abraham Bris- foo)" treasurer; John... Bailey, ‘secretary James M. Seward, Andrew (AY Spriggs, Dennis Hall, Thomas P. Nolen, Yilam Roane, “William ‘Uvely HazelThomas.. 200. 02..6 OE & WEEK BEGINNING JANUARY. 17th MONDAY---NEAL ‘OF THE NAVY: ‘ WEDNESDAY=-CHARLIE CHAPLIN. °"” “MR. H. H. PUGGSLEY; Comedy Acrobat and Barrel Jumper. © Singing and Buck Dancing Act Changes Wednesday and Friday . KAY BEE AMUSEMENT CO. : CAREY STREET, NEAR PRESSTMAN See | | AU ene een ca: Rey pe Bigeye ee a me ag oe ag Nese nes Serban pea ye ba ees GS eles pete, See sae & eee eee ee es ae Rl Bil eo eee net nce nee eae WEE i mae ene ie ae oe eee ee ee per Le eceud aI TY ae gare pee ee ee eee - —— - ‘ ; = A Big Special Show At The Catey Bvery Day — ONDAY—William S. Hart better known to all as Two Gun Hicks will be shown in one of his newest Western thrillers in multiple reels entitled, “The Hour of His Manhood” Also a good Comedy and others. ie, AGA: good Comet) SS ee *TUESDAY—The Red Circle Start with the first part and see every episode as the first episode entitled “The Nevermore” will be shown this . Tuesday and a newer part every Tuesday to follow. The. Water Carrier of San Juan, a 2 part. Western also a Comedy. WEDNESDAY—Charles Chaplin in “Getting Acquainted” and George Ovey in “A Shot Gun’ Romance,” which picture is. the funniest? its hard to tell. There's Good in the Worst of Us, a 2 part Western of thrills ‘THURSDAY—The Girl and the Game. The second episode of that daring serial entitled “The Winning Jump” featuring the fearless film star Helen Holmes. The Frontier Mother, an Indian Western in 2 parts. Keeping Up With Joneses, ‘a cartoon Comedy. 0 FRIDAY—Something new on our vaudeville bill_for Friday and Saturday along with our usual pictures. The Wayward Son a great picture of Western life in multiple reels sure to please everyone, Also a funny Comedy and others, ' SATURDAY—Onr special vaudeville bill with our usual pictures. Stanley in Darkest Africa Don st miss the final episode of The Stanley Series featurihg the Bostock Animals; A Broken Cloud, an unusual good pic- ture; also a Comedy. PERSONAL NOTES LAST CALL SUITS Yaives csrsce $5.00 GOATS ames canine 950 SNRIS: Wetucs testers 150 ait LING GUY -GOME TODAY AND LOOK “AROUND THE READY 10 WEAR SHOP 1356 W. North Avenue " ((Opposite Etting Street) _ Mr. John H. Alston, student of Lincoln University, has returned ‘to school after a pleasant stay with parents during the holidays. P Purviance, Armory February 22. Mrs. Jessie Watkins, of 1217 ‘Carlisle Place has just-purchased ‘and moved into her new home of 512 Dolphin street. | Mr, Andrew Patterson,of Pamp- lim, Va., was the guest. his daugh- ter, Mrs. Watkins, 512 Dolphin street last'week. Miss Mary Pat- terson spent Sunday in Washing- ton, | Mr, and Mrs, Jones,of 1221 Chat- ham street, celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary on last Mon- day; also Mr. and Mrs. Bassfield held their wedding reception. A very pleasant evening: was spent. _ Mrs. Walter Brown, of 1026 Druid Hill averme, who has been ill, is still confined toher bed. p Purviance, Armory February 22. Miss-Anna Young, of New York, has returned to her home after visiting her parents, Mr.sand Mrs. William Young. of N. Calhoun street; also during her stay visited Mrs. J. W. Nelson of 1802 Mc- Culloh street. She left much pleas- ed with her stay, P The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs, Medford Camper, of 447 Orchard street. on last Tues- day January 4th, and left a boune- ing baby boy. Both are doiug well, P Mrs. J. E. Sawyer,of Petersburg, Va,, has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs, George H. Holland, of Robert street for a fortnight. Pp | Mr. Walter Pinderhughes, who has been to his former home in Providence, R. I., to. attend the funeral of his mother, has returned ‘to the city. Purviance, Armory February 22. | Mrs. John W. 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Mount Street | 945 1724 «6 a | 541 Gold Street, i, se FOR RENT | 1724 MCCULLOH STREET 1918 WHITE STREET 945 WHITE STREET For further particulars apply to _ ROY S. BOND ATTORNEY-AT-LAW 238 COURTLAND ST. IVUVONVYYVENEVENEVTTINIYIOTIY IIe > C, & P. Phone Madison 8224.M ‘ : : : ‘ JamesF. Hall ; : ; Mt. Auburn. Marble Ce : ; "Special Prices On Hitt Churen Work : . Interior And. Extertor Work. + 1s $ , Monuments and, Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing : ; Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. Mantles. : : Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenues ‘ Fane a saan s oAAbAAAAhAAAAMAAAAAA AAAS CURTIS CARPENLER ILL Mrs. Curtis Carpenter has been called home from Buffalo by the bedside of her husband, who is ill with a severe attack of grip and physical"breakdown. Mr. Carpen- ter was to have left Baltimore on January 18, for Buffalo to join his wife, They were to make Buffalo their future home, but Mr. Car- penter’s physician. has advised him not to leave Baltimore for at least three or four months. ee Y, MG. AL BIG ee 4 P.M:=Sunday, Jan. 16th ey Grace Presbyterian Church > ,_| DAN LEWIS B. MOORE, PHL D. we Ce ‘Of Howard University Lad Go| subject: “The Man That Sold Log oe A Himself to Satan.” DB LEWi8 B. MOORE BIG MUSICAL PROGRAM MEN AND BOYS ONLY — Galtimore’s Lexcing Coiored Undertaker in Prices JOHN H. OWENS . UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Compiere $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete " sGne ensket worth $65.00, in black clot steel gray or white. plasb highly polished oak of walnut outside case; baaatitul rubber-tired hearse either black, gray'cr ehite, to match casket, as desiredifive heated ear fiages, new end up-to-date; five burial robe, embalmiog, opening grave advertise funeral, six paire of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, ere sifix when desired, rugs, chait sete., all of the latest designs.’. Tanja fo-seral cost else wheres. vvssssee.cnecinsersseesereseerssee136,00 My priec$73.00......875.00 Saving you $61.00.....§63.00 Other Funerais a3 low a8 $25, $35. $40, $50. - Higher Grade $100, $160, $175. ‘No charge for removal of ‘remains from dospitals. : Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and 350,00 Complete. (222 Division St.,bet. Dolphin-and Lanvale. Residence C. & P: Phone: Mad, 4067 Madison 4921— M& Miss Irene G. Guinn, of 834 Druid Hill avenue, will leave here on Saturday for W: Virginia, ac- companied by her mother, Mis, Estella‘ Ross, where she intends to take a three-year course at Storer College, Harpers Ferry. P Mrs, Carrie L. Brooks, 2204 ‘McEldery street wish to thank her ‘many friends for their kindness during the eight days illness of her husband, Charles E. H. L, Brooks, Who was a faithful member and ‘trustee of Eastern M. E. Church for many. years: also for the beauti- ful floral. designs and letters of sympathy at his death. . Mrs. Elizabeth Tinsley, of 1535 Barclay street, wishes. her many friends and. patrons a’ Happy New Year; also thanks to them for their past patronage and for their con- tinuance of the same. Groceries, notions, ‘confectionery, cigars and ‘okacco, coal, wood and oil: Cd FO OOOO lst a: 9 ° , Young’s Hair Food | Makes the Hair. Long, gives: control of it and* purifies the 2 scalp, One 25 cent can will con vin f Selentifically prepared at— ‘OUNG’S PHARMAG, Drutd Hill Avenue and Hoffman Street ee, ee ee 8 eS Od Oe Fe Fd Od Oa Look! Look! The Most Unique Event of the:Season! Old Fashioned Hard-Time Social & Exhibition Old-time Spelling Bee between Louisiana and Alabama +. IN THE LECTURE ROOM OF EBENEZER A. M..E, CHURCH MONDAY EVENING, JANUARY 24, 1916 For the benefit of the Stewardesses Board _ If you want to have:a hearty laugh coms Mrs. Ross will show a little dress that Dr. Ross wore when an infant: Mrs. Ros will also tell you how you can see your futuce husband or wife; and will give a sure cure for love. Ps ADMISSION. : “10 CENTS | “CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS 5 CENTS EASA ok oto ci aa HEP EREROS, Bavor Secretary a ee ee ee ee ee eee l Office Hours.9'A.M. to8 P.M... \ Sundays by Appointment: . Phone: Mad. 3620-Y 1 Dr.B.F. BROWNE § SURGEON DENTIST. 1380'N. CARGY'ST. i Gas Admiaistered Baltimore; Md. FN hed Cad and Fed Fed Cd Fad Fad Fad tO Fd | HAIR DRESSING AND SCALP . eTREATMENT.:. ..--DONE BY... MME. McLANE. 521 W. HOFFMAN. SJREET 1000 MEN HEAR, . Dr. William Pickens, | DEAN OF MORGAN COLLEGE é : ST. PAUL ME, CHURCH > SUNDAY, JAN. 16, 1916 =) Saratoga Street es “8 o'clock P. M. % Subject: “The Constitutional Status. of the American Negro, °1860-1870 eee > REV: S, A: VIRGIL, PASTOR Riera FH NISL UZ NIE NIE AIL SUZ NUL SUL UE ALI A. GEL IT-AT....;. Popular’ Prices k s' STOKES. and DERRY’S \ -* 1016: Druid Hur arene: Cor, Oxford k ot com oie TRTIRSIRKAIRARARARARS S CLARKE L. SMITH Attorney and Counsellor at Law - Offices 21°E. Saratoga St. “Residences 406 "resstman St. Practice taal the Courts Sper atteaton to