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THE AFRICAN AMERICAN --- PREACHERS ADVERTISE CANDIDACIES LIKE COMMON WARD POLITICIANS Each A. M. E. Episcopal District Opens Headquarters and Jewish Sign Painter Does Land-Office Business. Flaming Posters Greet Visitors On Every Hand. Philadelphia Shocked At Spectacular Display And Declare It Does Not Savor Of Spirit Of Jesus Christ. No General Officers In Advertising Brigade VOL. XXIV. NO. 401 PREACHERS ADVERTISE LIKE COMMON Each A. M. E. Episcopal District Op- sign Painter Does Land-Office B Greet Visitors On Every H Shocked At Spectacular clare It Does Not Sa Of Jesus Christ. eral Officers vertising B Philadelphia, May 25—The centen- nal session of the General Confer- ence of the A. M. E. Church came to an end Tuesday, following a strenuous time in truying to wind up the closing details. As it was, much of the busi- ness remained unfinished and the bish- ops were given the power to transact the same. The report of the Committee on Temporary Economy was adopted after many of the appropriations had been reduced. The raising of a fund of $500,000 to aid superannuated ministers, widows and orphans was authorized; the shifting of half of the Children's Day collections to the Sunday School Union, instead of the Church Extension was agreed upon. The rivalry existing between the Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society and the Parent Women's Mite Missionary Society became apparent Tuesday, when Mrs. W. D. Chapelle, wife of one of the bishops, was elected editor of the Women's Christian Recorder. The law provides that the editorship shall alternate between the two societies, but Bishop Chapelle knocked that out when he proposed Mrs. Chapelle fr four years. Miss Bell Temple was the candidate of the Parent Mite Missionary Society. Mrs. Chapelle's election incensed the members of the parent society and they selected the oice of Missions as their official organ. Candidates for the various offices at the disposal of the A. M. E. Church General Conference which came to a ols e at Bethel A. M. E. Church this week, advertised their "God called" candidacies like common ward politicians. Each episcopal district had headquarters and a Jewish sign painter did a land-office business in painting signs such as "Vote for Rev. Sing The Word" which greeted the delegates and visitors on every hand. The yard on the south side of Bethel Church was fully placarded, and non-aspiring delegates and visitors joked as they read them. Flaming posters acquainted the public with the location of headquarters of the various delegations, and much caucusing was done in them to further the interests of favorites. Philadelphians were shocked at this spectacular display of publicity interests and declared that it did not savor of the spirit of Jesus Christ. An old-timer, in attending the General Conference said that the conference just closed in blatant advertising, was the worse ever, and even outdid the last one at Kansas City. To the credit of the general officers all of whom were reelected, it may be stated thatnone of them were in the advertising brigade. Those who entered the lists against them were conspicuous by their liberal display of printer's ink, which must have cost a pretty penny to buy. It may be said that the Progressive and Republican National Conventions at Chicago will hardly outdo the General Conference in advertising the candidacies of their favorite sons. Revs. Issac Nelson Ross and William Wesley Beckett, the newly elected bishops, were ordained with impressive ceremonies Sunday. Fourteen bishops, assisted by twelve elders took part in the services, which consumed several hours. Bishop B. F. Lee, senior prelate of the denomination, preached the ordination sermon. He denounced the liquor traffic, divorce and the use of tobacco by ministers. Bishop Ross was presented for ordination by Revs. H. Arnett, of New York City; John W. Norris, of Baltimore; John H. Dickerson, of Jacksonville, Fla.; M. R. Dixon, C. S. Williams and R. V. Branch. He was ordained by Bishops Evans Tyree, C. T. Shaffer and Charles S. Smith. Revs. P. J. Chavis, D. A. Christie, D. A. Pindergrass, W. F. Rice, L. R. Nichols and George F. Woodson, dean of Payne Theological Seminary, presented Dr. Beckett for ordination. Bishops B. F. Lee, H. Blanton Parks, and James S. lipper ordained him. An educational mass meeting was held at Allen A. M. E. Church Sunday. Bishop Flipppper, one of the speakers, praised Rev. W. Spencer Carpenter, pastor of the church, for his criticisms of the actions of some --- of the delegates who were here to attend the sessions of the General Conference. He declared that a man who pointed out another's faults should be praised rather than condemned. Other speakers included Rev. Dr. W. Decker Johnson, C. S. Williams, R. D. Stinson, principa of the Atlanta Normal and Industrial Institute; and Bishop John Hurst. All of the old general officers were reelected. The sharp fights made against some of them indicate that a few changes may be made at the next session of the conference four years hence. Those elected were: John R. Hawkins, financial secretary of the denomination; Benjamin F. Watson, secretary of the church extension; J. R. Rankin, secretary of missions; J. C. Caldwell, head of the Allen Christian Endeavor League; Ira T. Bryant, sectary of the Sunday School Union; Dr. R. R. Wright, editor of the Christian Recorder; G. W. Allen, editor of the Southern Christian Recorder; J. F. Macdonald, editor of the Western Recorder; Dr. Reverdy C.-Ransome, editor of the A. M. E. Quarterly; and Prof. A. S. Jackson, commissioner of education; J. I. Lowe, manager of the A. M. E. Publish House. The Episcopal Committee made the following assignments of bishops for the ensuing four years: First district, Bishop Evans Tyre; second district, Bishop J. Albert Johnson; third, Bishop Cornellus T. Shaffer; fourth, Bishop Levi J. Coppin; fifth, Bishop H. Blanton Parks; sixth, Bishop J. Simeon Flipper, seventh, Bishop W. D. Chappelle; eighth, Bishop W. H. Heard; ninth, Bishop B. F. Lee; tenth, Bishop Joshua Jones; eleventh, Bishop John Hursh; twelfth, Bishop J. M. Conner and fifteenth, Bishop Charles S. Smith. The newly elected bishops — Drs. Ross and Beckett—were assigned to West and South Africa, respectively, taking the respective places of Bishops Heard and Johnson. Mrs. C. J. Walker, of Indianapolis, and Miss M. A. Madre, of Washington, and W. E. Blaine contributed 700 toward the establishment of a itmeperance department. Three thousand dollars a year was voted to Bethel Church, Baltimore, which is now trying to liquidate a debt of $75,000. Bishop Johnson, who succeeds Bishop Levi J. Coppin on the Second Episcopal District, is one of the ablest men in the denomination. He was born in Canada, October 29, 1857. In 1881 he married Miss Minnie S. Goesely, of Liverpool, Nova Scotia. He has filled a number of pastorates, among which were St. John's and Allen Churches, Baltimore. He was elevated to the Bishopric in 1908, and since then has rendered yeoman service for the race and his denomination in South Africa. He is a member of the American Political and Social Science Association, and lives at 1412 N. 13th street, Philadelphia. $25,000 FOR TUSKEGEE Tuskegee, Ala., May 25 Among the gifts to the Booker T. W. Washington Memorial Fund, announced this week at the installation of Major Moton, was one of $25,000 from Cyrus McCormick, of Chicago. PREACHERS IN SHARP DEBATE Atlantic City, May 26—▲ sharp debate between Rev. Matthew Anderson and Rev. John W Lee, both of Philadelphia, as to whether or not the work in the North among colored people should remain under the control of the Freedmen's Bureau, enlivened the session of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church last night. Dr. Anderson contended that the action placing the work under the bureau should be rescinded. He lost, however. GREGORY SCHOOL CLOSES Cooksville, Md., May 25—The Mt. Gregory School closed a very successful year's work on Wednesday. Thru the assistance of the patrons and the friends, Prof. J. Howell Howard has been able to extend the school term school term ALUMNI HONORS REV. JOHNSON Present Pastor of Union Baptist Church With Silver Service As Token Of Appreciation for High Service The unselfish work that Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson has done during the nearly forty-four years he has served as pastor of Union Baptist Church to advance the moral and civic interests of the race, was extolled by speakers at a testimonial reception given at Union Baptist Church Monday night. The affair was given under the auspices of the Alumni Association of the Colored High School and was attended by many graduates of the school as well as other citizens. He was presented a silver service at the close of the exercises. Prof. Mason A. Hawkins, principal of the Colored High School, sketched the activities of Dr. Johnson along various lines. He told of his early work to secure to colored lawyers the right to practice law in Maryland courts, which resulted in success in 1885; of his plea for fair play for the race before the Prohibitionists of the State; of his securing to colored women the same rights that were vouchsafed white women under the baskard law, and of his efforts to secure a high school separate and distinct REV. DR. HARVEX JONHISON from the old grammar school. from the old grammar school. He declared that the Docto had always been foremost in civic work, whether it was against oppressors without or reforms within. He said that the colored teachers of the city owed to Dr. Johnson a debt of gratitude for his efforts in securing colored teachers and mentioned the fact that the late City Councilman J. Marus Cargill introduced at Dr. Johnson's request, the ordinance which resulted in the establishment of a distinct high school in 1897. Mr. Howard E. Young, a teacher in the city schools, gave an outline of the Brotherhood of Liberty, which Dr. Johnson established in 1885, serving as its first president. Prof. D. O. W. Holmes, vice principal of the Colored High School, said that the career of the guest of honor was an honor to all Baltimoreans, to the race in all parts of the country, and that he was always on the firing line when the interests of the race were at stake. Prof. Gough D. McDaniels said that many lesions could be gleaned from the career of the widely known minister, and declared tahat he stood out uncompromisingly for the race, when others for reasons of selfish advantage, wavered. Mr. George A. Owens, principal of the Hill Street High School, in presenting Dr. Johnson the silver service, said that the more than three hundred colored teachers in the city were largely the result of his labors for the race, and that all Baltimoreans loved him regardless of religious or other ties. He also paid a tribute to the exemplary life that the revered minister had lived. Dr. Johnson made one of his characteristic modest speeches in accepting the token, and declared that he knew nothing of such a movement to honor him and would have discouraged it, if he had known it in time. Musical numbers were furnished by Miss Carrie Smith, Harry T. Pratt, and Llewellyn Wilson. Dr. J. R. L. Diggs delivered the invocation and benediction. Dr. E. V. Stokes, pre KEEPS BAN ON CARD PLAYING KEEPS BAN ON CARD PLAYING M. E. General Conference votes Against Lifting the Ban of Card Playing, Dancing and Theatre Going Saratoga., N. Y., May 26—As a result of the practically solid opposition of the one hundred colored delegates the M. E. Conference yesterday refused to lift the ban against dancing, card playing and attending theatres. The vote stood 435 against and 360 for removal. Chancellor James R. Day, of Syracuse University, said later, however, that the colored delegates were not as strongly against the removal of the ban as they were four years ago. The Commission on Federation of Colored Methodist Churches made its report Wednesday. The report stated that representatives from the various branches had met and had agreed on cooperation along some important lines, but no agreement had been reached as to federation. The commission was composed of the following men: Bishops Thomas Henderson, Wilbur P. Thirkield and T. B. Neeley, Rev. Robert E. Jones, Rev. J. P. Wragg, Rev. R. E. Gillum, Rev. E. H. McKissack, L. J. Price and Dr. I. Garland Penn. The Missionary Bishops were elected for Africa on Tuesday. They are Dr. Alexander Priestly Camphor, who will go to Liberia to succeed Bishop I. B. Scott, retired; and Dr. Eben S. Johnson, who will succeed Bishop J. B. Hartzell, retired. Dr. Camphor was elected on the second ballot, receiving 738 out of 766 elect. Career of New Bishop Bishop-elect Camphor was born in Louisiana, August 9, 1865. He was graduated from New Orleans University in 1880, winning the prize in mathematics. He taught in his alma mater for the next four years, after which he entered Gammam Theological Seminary to prepare for the ministry. Bishop Thirkield, who was presiding at Dr. Camphor's election Tuesday, was then president of the Seminary. It so moved Bishop Thirkield to remark as Bishops Scott and Hartzell escorted Bishop-elect Camphor to the platform: "It seems a happy coincident that the president for this day should be able to present you one of his early graduates from Gammam Theological Seminary, as missionary bishop-elect of Africa—a man who, under the Stewart Missionary Fund for Africa in Gammam Theological Seminary, wrote the first吟诵 for the redemption of the Dark Continent. I count it a great honor to present to you, Dr. Alexander P. Camphor, missionary bishop-elect. Dr. Camphor later became a pastor in the Delaware Conference. During his pastorate, he studied at Columbia University, where he won a degree. He also studied at the University of Chicago. He went to Liberia in 1904 to take charge of a school and four years later he became head of the College of West Africa. From 1902 to 1907 he served as vice American consul at Monrovia. Since that time he has been head of the Central Alabama College at Birmingham. He has written several books of note. His wife, who was Miss Mamie Westers, is a graduate of Natchez (Miss.) Col- ELECTED SECRETARY OF DIOCESAN CONVENTION Omaha, Neb., May 25—Rev. John Albert Williams, the only colored priest in the diocese of Nebraska, was unanimously elected secretary of the diocese at the annual session of the Diocesan Convention held here last week. This is not the only honor that the lay and ministerial members of the convention have conferred upon him, as he now holds the position of diocesan historiographer, is one of the Bishop's examining chaplains, and is editor in chief of the diocesan paper, The Crozier. Rev. Mr. Williams is a native of the city of Detroit, Mich. When a boy he became known to Bishop Worthington, of this diocese, then rector of a church in Detroit, and the latter became attached to him. He studied at the University of Michigan and later entered the Seabury Divinity School, at Faribault, Minn. He was graduated and ordained in 1891. He was appointed by Bishop Worthington rector of St. Philip the Deacon Church, this city, which position he still holds. When Bishop Arthur Williams succeeded Bishop Worthington at the latter's demise, he, too, became a fast friend of Rev. Williams. MAJOR R. R. MOTON INSTALLED AS NEW HEAD OF TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE Former Commandant Of Cadets At Hampton Succeeds His Intimate Friend, The Late Booker T. Washington, As Head Of Greatest Industrial School. Major's Ancestry Goes Back To African King. Emmett J. Scott Was Also Candidate For The Position. Inaugural Services Follow Commencement Exercises Tuskegee, Ala., May 26—In the presbut the Major was selected last Decece or many distinguished men of December. Both races, Major Robert Russa Moton was formally installed as principal of Tuskegee Industrial Institute. He succeeds his intimate friend, the late Dr. Booker T. Washington, who died last November. The exercises were the culmination of nearly a week's celebration of the commencement period, beginning Sunday, when Rev. C. W. Wilmer, rector of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Atlanta, delivered the commencement sermon to the graduates. The annual closing exercises of the Phelps Hall Bible Training School were held Monday, and on Wednesday, the graduates held their class day exercises. He was born in Amelia County, Va., in 1867. He traces his ancestry back to an African king who was brought a slave to this country in 1765. He entered Hampton Institute in 1885, graduating in 1890. It was his intention to study law, but the late General Armstrong then principal of the school persuaded him to remain. He soon became commandant of cadets there. He has been of invaluable assistance to Dr. Hollis E. Frissell, the present head of Hampton Institute. He is widely known, having travelled and lectured in various sections of the country. He has been a leading figure in the work of the Nerro Organization. The graduating exercises were held Thursday morning followed by the inaugural ceremonies in the afternoon. Nearly all of the trustees of the school were in attendance, and letters and telegrams of greeting came from all parts of the country. Major-Moton delivered a fitting inaugural address in which he preached the doctrine of good will and unselfish service. Governor Henderson, of Alabama, sounded a note of racial good will, as did others among the speakers. Major Moton in his address said: "No greater or more serious responsibility was ever placed upon the Negro than is left us here at Tuskegee. He importance of the work and MAJOR ROBERT R. MOTON gravity of the duty that have been assigned the principal and the teachers in te forwarding of this work cannot be overestimated. Along with this responsibility we have a rare opportunity, one almost to be envied—an opportunity to help in the solution of a great problem, the human race modes of life and the ideals of a race, but changing the ideals of other races regarding that race. "The whole country; too, will stand by us, if we are wise, sincere and unselfish. I again repeat, our responsibility is great, and our opportunity a tremendous one. We should measure up to our responsibilities and our opportunities, and we cando it. "In order that this institution shall continue to carry forward the ideas and ideals of its noble founder, in order that it shall not cease to render service to the State and the Nation, in order that we shall keep the respect and confidence of th nation, we must first, every one of us, principal, officers, teachers, graduates and students, use every opportunity and strive in every reasonable way to develop and strengthen between white and black people, North and South, that unselfish cooperation whas has characterized the Tuskegee Institute from its very beginning. Soon after Dr. Washington's death, Emmett J. Scott, for many years his faithful secretary, and the incoming principal loomed up as formidable can didates. Both had influential friends but the Major was selected last December. He was born in Amelia County, Va., in 1867. He traces his ancestry back to an African king who was brought a slave to this country in 1765. He entered Hampton Institute in 1885, graduating in 1890. It was his intention to study law, but the late General Armstrong then principal of the school persuaded him to remain. He soon became commandant of cadets there. He has been of invaluable assistance to Dr. Hollis B. Frissell, the present head of Hampton Institute. He is widely known, having travelled and lectured in various sections of the country. He has been a leading figure in the work of the Negro Organization Society, a civic uplift body in Virginia. He is an art student of no mean ability. The Major is secretary of Anna T. Jeanes Rural School Fund Board, a vice president of the National League on Urban Conditions and is connected with various other bodies. He belongs to the Baptist Church. He was married to Miss Jennie Doe Booth, of Glocester, Va., in 1907, and has several children. City Councilman Harry S. Cummings was honored by a large gathering at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church last Friday night, the occasion being his fiftieth birthday. The affair was arranged by a committee of cummings, including Messrs. Mason Hawkins, Harry T. Pratt, William Anderson, Charles T. Parker, William Lee and William L. Fitzgerald. A chorus of 100 school children sang plantation melodies and Lloyd Gibbs sang a solo. Mr. Cummings delivered an address on Benjamin Banneker. Attorney G. W. F. McMechen delivered an address presenting the Councilman with a silver pitcher, the gift of a number of citizens. Robert W. Coleman, on behalf of the blind of the city, presented him with a pair of gold link cuff buttons. Mr. Cummings made a fitting reply to the enconium passed upon him. Among the out-of-town guests in attendance were Alderman Oscar De- HON. HARRY S. CUMMINGS Priest, Major R. R. Jackson, and Assistant Corporation Counsel, Louis Anderson, all of Chicago; William L. Houston, of Washington; Chris J. Perry and A. S. Jones, of Philadelphia. A banquet followed the testimonial. Gifts and congratulations from various parts of the country have continued to come in all this week. A number of Chicago admirers of the Councilman sent a beautiful silver service. Mr. Cummings is a native of this city. He was educated in the public schools, Lincoln University and the University of Maryland, graduating from the latter school in 1889. He was elected to the City-Council in 1890, being the first colored man to be given that honor. He has served more than half the time intervening, as a member of that body. "The Last Call" A Decoration Day Story By Margaret Black "Now father, you just can't go; as there will be too much excitement and you know you can't stand the noise and confusion like you used to years ago. I am getting you a nice dinner and leaving Mary Ellen to keep you company. I can't take her along any way because the buggy is not large enough for three. John must get a new plow and I must get the goods for Mary Ellen's dress and do some other shopping. I would not go if it were not for the shopping." So Mattie Wills rattled on as she flew around the kitchen getting things ready for father and Mary Ellen. Mattle Wills was a tall plain woman who ruled everybody around the place; in fact she was boss. John Wills would as soon think of committing suicide as contradicting Mattie. "She is like an old hen when you bother her chicks." he would say; "so I let her have her own way; anything to keep peace." Mattie's tonge was sharp, as her neighbor could testify, and few people besides John Wills cared to cross her; so when she told Grandfather Wills he could not go to town on Decoration Day, no one thought of contradicting her, least of all, grandfather. John did pick up courage to tell Mattie he thought his father could go, as he had looked forward to it for so long. but Mattie was boss and she said "Home he stays. He is too old to be traps around in the parade." But grandfather did not give up. He sat on the porch in his comfortable old chair and tried to study out a plan to get to town in spite of Mattie. "I don't see why I can't go," he thought to himself. "The boys will all be there and it might be the last time I'll get to see them all. There's Patty Ryan, old Jim Miller, John Hills and Jack Percy, all older than me, and I can't see why Mattie should think I am too old to march with the boys. I'm only seventy-two and lots of the boys are older than that. It will be the first parade I've missed in more'n forty years. I just can't miss this one. The boys will think I am sick or broke up with rheumatism. I can't too old to hoe Mattie's tater patch, and I ain't too old to march, so there!" And with a thump of his on the porch to emphasize his thoughts, he got up and marched toward the barn. Decoration Day dawned bright and clear, but oh, so close and hot. Mattie had been up since four a.m., and was hurrying breakfast so she could have an early start. She did not have much more to do now, but she must hurry—the time was flying. Grandfather was out at the barn helping with the morning work. He was a large man and now his face looked fairly appletite. It was so warm he thought'd go and sit on the porch awhile. As he sat down, he said "I'm fair beat out. Hottest weather for May I ever did see." He had sit there about five minutes when he got up and started to cross the porch. Mattie heard him and asked "Father where are you going now?" "Back to the barn," he said. "to help John." "You ain't going out there again" she said decisively. "Mattie, you're clean daft this morning." "Grandfather's voice wavered uncertainly as though he was afraid and did not mean what he said." "No you said," she said. "Do you want to get sick so I'll have to stay to home?" "If only Mattie wasn't so cross," sighed-grandfather, "I wouldn't mind; she is so erratic. Mattie, with her sharp tongue, could do jots of work, but she kept everybody around, her so uncomfortable, that a bodyfelt they would rather be anywhere but around her, and then this morning of all mornings, was so unsatisfactory. The milk had soured over night, mold had sprung forth on the last dear of bread, and that meant use the fresh rolls she had just baked for breakfast, when she wanted them for dinner. "Q dear," she sighed. "I knew that old black cat crossing my path first thing this morning meant-bad luck—bad eggs to her," she grumbled. Meanwhile grandfather had pulled a much worn yellow bill, from his pocket which he was reading for the fifteenth time: "The Grand Army Post from Berlin and confidence were coming to Goodtown to take part in the day's doings. The school children and their teachers, the chief of police, the sons of veterans, the auxiliary, to the Sons of Veterans, the Volunteer Firemen, with their auto truck and hose carts, all the lodges in town, the National Guards, besides coast and Woodmen most wounded, ever seen in Goodtown on a cold Day. Then I was sitting at the Union Building, Captain Harry Fisher, and General Newton. The great Berlin Band, the best in the county, the drum corps and band of Goodtown were to furnish the music. "All this to go on and I to sit home. I old Jason Wills. Humph!" he said. "I guess not." And he folded the old yellowowl and put it back in his pock et with a sigh. As he rocked and worried, he though, "I'll go if I have to walk." But grandfather Wills did not tell Mattie. At nine o'clock John drove up to the porch for Mattie. She came out and all the time she was getting herself and things fixed in the buggy, she was warning grandfather to stay out of the sun, and telling Mary Ellen what to do and what not to do. Grandfather sat very quietly on the porch and watched Mattie and John drive off to town. Mattie looked out the side of the buggy and called back to Mary Ellen to "take good care of grandfather. I'll be back in time to do the milking and fed the chickens, but you have supper ready." "Oh grandfather," said Mary Ellen, "don't you wish we could go; we never go anywhere." "I'm going," said grandfather. "Go in and get your clothes on and we will walk." "Oh grandfather" said Mary Ellen, "it is six miles, and we will never get there in time." "Then I'll be there in time for dinner anyway, and meet the boys and answer to the last roll call of the day" said grandfather. "Now run along and dress." Mary Ellen did not take long to dress and soon she was back by her grandfather's side ready to go. She locked up the house and hid the key under the bottom step, and they started off to town. At first the air was cool and they made good progress but after about an hour the sun along the pike became very hot and they had to stop often to rest. "Grandfather," said Mary Ellen, "I'm afraid we won't make it until dinner time and it will be awful to miss the dinner as well as the parade. As they were resting under a big oak tree, grandfather's thoughts were with his comrades in the town. He imagined he could hear them keeping time to the strains of martial music and his heart became sick within him. But just then Mattie jumped up and clapping her hands, cried, "here comes old Peter Dugan, grandfather, and he'll take us to town. Oh, see, he has no one with him; hurry up, grandfather, I'll run and stop him." She ran out in the road and hailed him. He stopped and when she asked him he said "sure; just climb up here. Your granddad can sit by me and you, little 'un, sit back there on those bags and we'll be in town in time for all the doings." Peter did not ask why grandfather and Mary Ellen were walking. He knew Mattle Wills too well, and he just thought she had gone off and left them. It would be just like her to do such a trick, and like her poor, hen-pecked John Wills to let her do it. He whipped up his team and soon had them in town. He drove grandfather Wills straight to the Court House where the Grand Army Post was to meet. After leaving grandfather, he took Mary Ellen with him to put his team in the livery barn, and then they would get a good place to stand and view the parade. The Grand Army "boys" were so glad to see Grandfather that they like to shook his hands off. Sergent Andy, his best friend, was so glad to see him that he jumped at him and shook his hand with a fervent enthusiasm which would not have been out of place if grandfather had saved his life, instead of just being able to march with the "boys". They were all so "glad" to see him and had so much to talk about that he forgot all about Mattie. They thought it was too hot for grandfather to march, so he was put in a carriage, much to his disgust, because he wanted to march. As Mattie and John stood viewing the parade, they were surprised to see grandfather drive by. A still greater surprise awaited them because when they reached the Union Cemetery, one of the principal speakers was Grandfather Wills. "Grandfather was at his best this day. Among other things he said: "In the year 1868 when Memorial Day was instituted in Goodtown, there were sixty men in the parade. There had been many to answer to the call of their country to arms, but only sixty lived to return. The toll had been great. Each year the ranks have grown smaller and smaller until today there are only twenty-three of us left and we know not how soon we may have to answer the call. The winter has been long and cold and four times the Post has been called upon to read its committing service and fire its salute. A few years more and there'll not be one to answer the call. But we will joyfully and gladly lay down arms at the call of the master." The band, played, the people cheered and Mattie and John were proud of grandfather vowing never again to insist on his staying home on Decoration Day. They agreed to tell him how sorry they were they did not bring him. They would let him ride home in the buggy and they would walk. Suddenly in the grand stad, everything became suddenly quiet—a quietness everybody felt. Men stared at each other, a husky something in their throats and tears in their eyes. The long walk in the hot sun and the excitement had been too much for Grandfather Wills and before this comrades could move forward to help him. Jason Wills had answered to the last call of the roll. READ THESE COLUMNS FOR MARGARET BLACK'S SHORT STORIES. YOU WILL FIND THEM INTERESTING, INSTRUCTIVE AND ENTERTAIN THE F O-A ERICA HIGH HONOR FOR MOSS. Brooklyn Boy Wins Gold Medal at Columbia. Maurice Moss of Brooklyn, son of the Rev. Dr. William M. Moss, pastor of the Concord Baptist church, won the gold medal in the recent freshman endurance athletic contest at Columbia university. One hundred and thirty students entered the contest. Young Moss finished first, which entitled him to the highest award. A white boy won the second prize, and young John Johnson, son of the Rev. Mr. Johnson of the St. Cyprian church, New York, won the third prize. There were only three colored boys in the contest, and two of them captured prizes, while only one white boy out of 127 was successful. Maurice Moss is one of the brightest graduates of the 1916 class at Manual Training High school in Brooklyn. During his student days at high school he won four of the highest prizes and also won a scholarship. He entered the freshman class at Columbia in February. While in high school he contributed an article to the high school journal which attracted wide attention: He is pursuing a classical course at Columbia and bids fair to make a very brilliant record. Maurice Moss is not only clever in his literary work, but is foremost in athletics, having a long string of victories to his credit. He is a rising young intellectual giant, and if he sticks to his studies his name will some day be linked with those of America's greatest men in whatever line he chooses as a profession, trade or business. He is active in Sunday school affairs, being one of the chief librarians in the Concord Baptist Sunday school, where he also assists in teaching when the teacher of a class is absent. 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Mrs. Telitha Turner and her daughter, Mrs. Mamie Williamson, of Philadelphia, are visiting Mrs. P. J. Warfield, of Washington. Mr. S. J. Cannon is breaking his fine Perech colt. The Bible class of Greenspring is progressing nicely under the leadership of Mrs. W. B. Turner. Mrs. Telitha Parrett and her father, Rev. George Chambers, visited Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Cannon Wednesday. Mrs. Hattie Wilson is on the sick list. Mr. Addison Jones is able to be out. HAPPENINGS IN INDIAN HEAD. Indian Head, Md., May 25—The annual sermon was preached to the Home Kellet Society by Rev. R. B. Ward last Sunday. Mr. Charles W. Swann, Mr. Samuel Boston and Mrs. Henry Washington spent the week-end in the District. Mr. William Jacobs is now in possession of a Ford car. A May entertainment will be given for the benefit of the Glynmont school on May 31st. Mr. Genese Marshall spent the past week in Washington. Mr. Richard Simms, of New Jersey, spent the past week here visiting his friends and relatives. POMONKEY HAPPENINGS Pomonkey, Md., May 25—Mother's Day was observed here Sunday, Rev. E. A. Love preaching the sermon to both the mothers and children. The 27th anniversary of the Epworth League was celebrated here at the afternoon service Sunday. Twenty young members were transferred from the junior to the senior league by Mrs. M. Clark, junior superintendent. Rev. Love installed. Mrs. Henry Matthews motored to Washington with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Thompson. Sunday. Miss Annie Speaks spent the weekend in Brandywine. Mr. J. W. Keep was one of the delegates to the Republican State Convention from Charles County. Mr. Arthol Swann and Miss Ersella Swann spent the week-end in Washington. Mrs. Bessie Homsley; Mrs. Susie J. Johnson were visitors at the Pomonkey school during the past week. Miss Carrie Griffin, who has been teaching at Marshall Hall, has returned to her home in Baltimore. Mr. and Mrs. James Datcher are visiting friends in nWashington. Mr. Edward Alexander is now the possessor of a five passenger car. HAPPENINGS IN LUTHERVILLE Lutherville, Md., May 31—The declaration contest between the schools of the 8th District was held here last Friday evening. Miss Annie Johnson was given the first prize and Miss Elia Bailor the second. Honorable mention was made of Julia Carroll, Florence Johnson Bertha Sembly and Walter Jenkins. Mrs. A. R. H. Miller, of Baltimore and Mr. Garnes and Miss Shaw, teachers in Baltimore Co., were the judges. Mrs. Miller had selected Julia Carroll and Bertha Sembly as winners as they scored the larger number of points, but the other two judges contended for the above awarding. The awarding was very disappointing and unsatisfactory to the entire audience, which had picked Misses Carroll and Sembly. Rev. William Brown has returned from the General Canference. Mr. Nace Jones, of Riderwood, visited Mrs. Emma Jones last Sunday. The troth visited Mr. and Mrs. Henry L. Herdish and left a fine baby boy. Mrs. Alice Johnson and Mrs. Frances Sembly visited Mrs. Eva Carroll last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. David Brown and Miss Cecelia Brown, of Harford County, visited Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bond last week. Mr. Isaue Matthews of Baltimore, visited his two children Miss Carrie and Master Walter Matthews Sunday. Mr. Wm. Robinson, of York. Pa., visited his sister, Mrs. Lavinia Rold last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Harridy, of Baltimore, were the guests of their cousins, Mrs. Julia Chancy and Miss Harriet Sultzer. The juveniles of the Household of Ruth have added seven new members to their roll. Misses Daisy and Hattie Phoenix and Mr. Charles E. Clark, of Hagerstown, visited Miss M. E. Johnson Sunday. GLENCOE NEWS Glencoe, Ma. May 25—Quite a number of persons went to Harrisonburg last Sunday. Among them were Miss Mary Ida Jackson, George Cromwell, Miss Marie Harris, Gather Powell and Mr. Mrs. Corellus Jackson, Mrs. Nora Robinson, Daniel Myers, Howard Daymon, Addie France, Eugene Cromwell, Monroe Reister, Charence Cromwell, Miss Marie Howard, Joshua Swann, Miss Cordie Whye is confined to her bed with rheumatism. The sewing society of the Bishop Church met at the home of Mrs. Fannie Davis last week. HAPPENINGS IN TOWSON Towson, Md., May 25—The Pounds and Talents is the subject on which Rev. Randall will preach at both morning and evening service at Mt. Calvary A. M. E. Church Sunday. New officers, committees and clubs will be installed. An old fashioned preamade will take place at Odd Fellows Hall on Monday. Rev. Dr. Norman S. Brown, of Ft. field, W. Va., preached at Mt. Carson Church Wednesday night. He was the guest of his sister, Mrs. A. L. Stewart while here. Four clubs, called the Allen Alliances, were organized by Rev Randall to have charge of the regular church work and rallies. Their captains are Mesdames Clara Smith and May Barnett and Messrs. B. W. Bennett and Marshall Bell. Mrs. Hannah Johnson, Miss Harriet Preston and Rev. Randall attended several sessions of the General Conference in Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Dolman of Baltimore, have purchased and improved a choice lot and house on Fairmout avenue. The Towson Improvement Association held its regular monthly meeting Wednesday evening. A program of community necessities are being labored for. The Baltimore County Teachers held their last meeting of the year at the public school building, which was addressed by Rev. A. Randall. A large portrait of the late principal Prof. Woodland, was presented to the school by Rev. C. H. Murray. Mrs. Clara Jones and children were the week-end guests of Mrs. Manson L. Tucker. Mrs. Fannie Young is visiting in Baltimore. Mrs. Nannie Budd has returned to her nome in Montgomery Co., Md. Mrs. Burges Quickley was the guest of Mrs. Billingsly to dinner Thursday. Mrs. Bessie Green and daughter have returned to Baltimore. Mrs. Sara Fernandis, the social worker, was a visitor to Towson last week. Mrs. F. L. Hertzfeld and children were the guests of Mrs. Randall recently. Miss Evelyn Brown, of Bluefield, W. Va., is on an extended visit to her aunt, Mrs. A. L. Stewart. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church is engaged in a two week anniversary service. Sunday afternoon, Rev. J. W. Widgeon, of Fairfield, Md., preached at Mt. Olivet. At night Rev. J. D. Brown, of Canada preached. Rev Junius Gray led the services Wednesday night. Rev. W. N. Edwards has been returned to St. James A. U. M. P. Church for the third year, much to the delight of his people. Mrs. Della Myers, daughter of Rev. A. Baker, was elected president of the Women's Mite Missionary Society of the Maryland and Virginia District of the annual conference held at Elkton, Md. last week. Those who attended Conference from here were Mrs. Susan Johnson, Sarah Davis, Mary Pratt, Clara Stepp and Mr. Daniel Watts. SNOW HILL HAPPENINGS Snow Hill, Md. M. May 25—The Band of Help of the M. E. Church, had a sermon preached to them on Sunday night by Rev. Noah N. Brown, of the Snow Hill Circuit. Quite a number of young people motored to Pocomoke Sunday and spent the day visiting relatives. Mr. James H. Purnell is quite sick. Mr. Henry Smith of Mt. Wesley, is still on the sick list. Miss May Smith entertained her friends at a birthday reception at her residence Spesula Farm on just Tuesday evening. Mrs. Minnie Brown and Mrs. Pearl Taylor and Mr. Thomas Giles spent Sunday at Middle River. Miss Madie P. Warfield spent Sunday in Baltimore. Rev. Kent preached at Sydney Park Church on Sunday night. PORT DEPOSIT NOTES Port Deposit, May 25—The Susquehanna Glee Club gave a musical concert at Howard M. E. Church last Tuesday night. Last Sunday night to the Tome Institute Walters by Rev. B. C. Parker. The Susquehanna Glee Club will give a concert at First Baptist Church Monday night assisted by the United Band of Cokesbury. The Literary Society will meet on Tuesday evening at Howard M. E. Church. Mr. Asa Mason has moved to Frenchtown to live. CECULTON HAPPENINGS Cocilton, Md., May 25—An education al meeting was held last Friday evening at Union Bethel A. M. B. Church under the supervision of Miss Charlotte Slowe, supervisor of the public schools. Addresses were delivered by Mrs. Alice Dunbar Nelson, of Wilmington, Del.; D. S. S. Goodloe, of the State Normal School and Rev. Johns. Mrs. Nelson, Dr. Goodloe, Miss C. Slowe and Miss Stewart were the guest of Mrs. T. Harris. Misses Mabel Mason and Alberta Fisher have returned home after spending some time with Mrs. Laura Benton. Miss Rea Turner, of Wilmington paid a brief visit here Sunday. Little Miss Beatrice Fountain is at home after spending some time in Elkton, Md. The funeral of Mr. Charles Fields took place Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wilmore were the guests of Mrs. Sarah Boyer Sunday. ANNAPOLIS NEWS NOTES Annapolis, Md., May 25—Mr. Harry Cole has been visiting his mother, Mrs. Florence Marshall who has been quite sick in Washington after an operation. Mr. Thomas Valentine, director of St. Phillips Choir, has left the city for an extended stay. Mrs. Elizabeth Carter wishes to thank those who participated in her recital for the Asbury Rally. Nearly $20.00 were raised. Mr. Thomas Quen was buried last Thursday from Asbury M. E. Church, of which he was a prominent member. The elders and virgins of Asbury Church are making rapid progress in the June ruly. Mr. E. D. Dickerson, stationed on the aviation ship, North Carolina, at Pensacola, in. is visiting his wife, Mrs. Minnie Dickerson. Mr. Joseph Allen, of Washington, formerly of this place, is rapidly improving. Mr. Miles Moore, of New Orleans, is here on business. Mr. Russell is here spending some time with his family after being with the Navy for several years. Correspond CATONSVILLE HAPPENINGS Catonsville, Md., May 28—Rev. C. H. Murray has returned from Philadelphia where he attended the General Conference as a delegate. visiting his father Miss Lillian turned to her b ter a successful Michael Green, dents in this vict Mr. Isaac Gross has been accepted by the Junior Choir as leader. Mt. Zion Choir, of Baltimore will sing at Morning Star Baptist Church Sunday night at which time the Order of Seven Wise Men will have a sermon preached to them by Rev. Mr. Harris, of Washington. Mr. Allen Prayer, of Virginia, who spent several days with his daughter, Mrs. Charles Hardy, has returned to his home. The Senior Choir of Grace A. M. E. Church gave a concert at Mt. Zion M. E. Church on last Wednesday evening. The superintendent and teachers of Grace Sunday School entertained the Superintendent's Council of Baltimore with a collation Thursday night. Mr. Gustave Burton, who is at the Crownsville Hospital is slightly improved. HAPPENINGS IN EASTON. Mr. Nicholas Sullivan and Miss Vinnie were married Saturday by Rev. J. R. Holland. Iv. Charles Downs preached in front of the Broncho Theatre Sunday as did also Miss Bertha Richerson. Both sermons were preached at the A. U. M. P. Church. Mr. Charles Dobson has been quite sick. Mr. John Green is improving. Miss Annie Nicholas has returned from Baltimore. Mr. Richard motorized to Elkton Sunday. CENTERVILLE NEWS NOTES Centerville, Md., May 25—Dr. D. J. Jackson left here last week to attend the General Conference of the A. M. E. Church in Philadelphia. The funeral of Mrs. Julia Bantum was held in St. Paul M. E. Church last Thursday, Rev. C. B. Bailey, of Chestertown, officiating. Mrs. Bantum was 87 years of age. The funeral of Mrs. Cary Brown was held at the Charles Wesley M. E. Church Friday. A grand Kaffee Klatsch were given by the parsonage committee of the Charles Wesley M. E. Church, on Thursday night. Rev. D. A. Ridout lectured on Woman in Three Spheres on Thursday night. CUMBERLAND HAPPENINGS Cumberland, Md., May 25—Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins has moved his family here from Stanton, Va. His daughter, who has been very ill, is improving. Rev. F. S. Dennis is doing nicely in his new field. The teachers and pupils of the Mechanic street school are being kept busy these days preparing for closing. They will render a drama entitled "Snow White." Their exhibit, which took place last week was quite a success. The Cumberland Cubs won a series of two games from the Altoona Giants on Monday and Tuesday Miss Bertha Williams entertained her sister. Mrs. Annie Dudley, of Erlin, Pa., last Saturday night. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Bates, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Snowden, Mrs. Dudley, Master Dudley, Misses Florence Mosey, Helen Mossie, A. M. Stewart Josephine loyd, Banks and Durgess. Messrs. Overton, Matthews, Drs. Hall and Butler. COCKEYSVILLE HAPPENINGS Cockeysville, Md., May 25 — The United Sons of the West Lodge held their annual Thanksgiving service on last Sunday at Bazil Chapel. George H. Johnson was master of ceremonies. Rev. W. H. S. Bailey preached the sermon. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall H. Robinson and daughter, Martina and Mr. J. W. Lee, of Baltimore, attended the Odd Fellows service Sunday. While here they were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. George H. Johnson. Misses Mabel and Lovey Johnson entertained Miss Martina Robinson and Mrs. Grace Lowman of Baltimore. Rev. T. F. White, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. George D. Smith, Mrs. Dushields Johnson, Mrs. Agnes Smith and Miss Jane Johnsc. Baill's Chapel Sunday. FREDERICK JOTTINGS Frederick, Md., May 25—Rev and Mrs. J. G. Bryant have returned from Philadelphia, where they attended the General Conference. Dr. Paul A. Diggs, of Philadelphia, spent last week with his parents Mr. and Mrs. William Diggs, East 5th street. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Washington moved to Washington Tuesday. Mrs. Madessa Smith, of Allaints street, died at her residence last Friday. Funeral services were held at Asbury M. E. Church, Rev. W. T. English, officiating. There will be a rally at Quinn A. M. E. Church on Sunday, May 28. Rev J. O. Custis, the conference evangelist, will preach. There will be a trustee and steward's rally at Asbury M. E. Church Sunday. WOODVILLE JOTTINGS Woodville, Md., May 21—As an appreciation of the work and work rendered by their pastor Rev. Robert Coates, the members and friends presented him with a note that he might visit the Genera Conference in Saratoga Springs. Mrs. Dell Gray served to her home pastor visit to her sisters and by Call in. Preparations made for Memorial service at John Wesley M. E. Clayton on Day. Mr. James Gross of Washington, is visiting his father, Mr. Henry Gross. Miss Lillian M. Dashields has returned to her home in Baltimore, after a successful school year here. Mr. Michael Green, one of the oldest residents in this vicinity, is ill. His daughter, Mrs. Fisher, of Baltimore, has been called to his bedside. Mrs. M. F. Glascoe has returned after a pleasant visit to Washington and other points. Naomi Roberta, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Johnson, was buried from Brooks M. E. Church Sunday afternoon. Mrs. James Thomas and her little daughter, Ethel Lee, spent part of the week with her sister, Mrs. Wright, of Chillum, Md. PERRYMAN HAPPENINGS Perryman, Md., May 25--Mr. W. H. Stansbury returned from St. Augustine, Fla., last week and will leave for Asbury Park in a few days. Miss Anna B. Hooper spent the week-end in Baltimore visiting her parents. A festival was held at Sydney Park School on last Wednesday evening for the benefit of the school fund. Messrs. P. Q. Castle, Albert Allen and George Allen, who have been Del., came home Saturday to visit their families. Mr. Zadek Brittingham and Mr. Elmer Brittingham, who have been at work in Devault, Pa., came home on Saturday to visit their families. Mr. Lewis Purnell, of the M. E. Church, preached at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Sunday night. POCOKOKE CITY JOTTINGS Pocomoke, Md., May 25—Mr. John W. Seymore and Miss Beatrice Thompson were quietly married by Rev. E. T. Addison. Services at the various churches were well attended last Sunday. Rev. Charles Hargis, one of the old veterans, preached at Mt. Zion M. E. Church Sunday morning and at night the pastor preached to a large congregation. HAGERSTOWN HAPPENINGS Hagerstown. Md., May 25—Messrs. Donald Keyser and George Smith, enterprising young artists, are preparing to present on the 15th of June an Art Student's Ball an Exhibit. They have secured the cooperation of all the art students in the city and a large exhibit is being prepared. The shad supper given by the ladies of Asbury Church was very successful. The reception held in honor of the pastor, Rev. H. A. Johnson, was a successful as well as a pleasant affair. The sacred concert held at St. John Baptist Church last Tuesday was a verysuccessful affair. Solos were ren-Fannie Hunt, Mr. Paul King and others. Mrs. Maria Wilson is improving after an operation at the Washington County Hospital. Mrs. Lizzie Hicks is quite ill at her home. The oral examinations at the public schools were held this week. Mr. Arthur Turner was married on last Thursday to Miss Gertrude Turner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anderson Turner. Mr. George Simpson has returned home to visit this wife. Large audiences heard the pastor, Rev. George H. West at both services at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Sunday. A supper by the Helping Hand on Tuesday night at the residence of Mrs. Clark, and the Searchlight Club on Thursday night at the residence of Mrs. M. Barnum, were successful. A number of new auxiliaries are being organized by the pastor. A mass meeting will be held Sunday under the auspices of the Minister's Alliance. CAMBRIDGE NEWS NOTES Cambridge, Md., May 25—John L. Stanley died at Trappe Neck, last week. He leaves a wife and six children. Rev. D. H. Hargis, of Waugh M. E. Church preached a sermon to othe Order of Jacod's Well Sunday. Mrs. Ida M. Boggs Omealia, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James C. Boggs, died in Chicago a few days ago. Her body was brought here for interment and the funeral services held at Bethel A. M. E. Church. Revs. Young, Hargis and Fedderman officiated. Mr. and Mrs. James C. Boggs and friends for their kindness during their recent beavement. BERKLEY HAPPENINGS Berkeley, Md., May 25—The Order of Odd Bellow had their annual sermon presented to them at Hosanna A. M. 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WHAT TO DO When the Afro-American made a statement concerning the unusually large number of indictments against colored people returned by the last Grand Jury, it realized, as many of our readers realized, and as one of our correspondents wrote to us, that next to stating the condition of affairs was to say what ought to be done. "The real important thing is to suggest a remedy." At the same time we need to recognize that in applying a plaster, we have got to find the spot, and that it will do very little good to put it on dry, if the directions require "wet before using." The large number of colored people before the Grand Jury may be due to poor housing conditions among the poorer classes, making for bad health and consequent inability to work. Perhaps the city is not using the proper preventative measures in keeping delinquent girls and boys out of the hands of the law. It can be that the lack of supervised centres of recreation that allows children to get the bad start in life rather than the good start. Many more factors might be mentioned but which one, or two or three ought to be attacked by us. While we admit the problem is difficult, it is not altogether a new one. New York, Philadelphia, and many cities in the South, with a population proportionately larger than that of Baltimore have faced exactly the situation, and asked themselves the question: "what ought we to do?" First of all we have got to make the social welfare of the city somebody's chief business—his vocation, not his avocation. We have a number of earnest, sympathetic, Christina men and women engaged in the work of uplift, and they are doing it as well as their daily work will allow them, very often at a sacrifice of their work upon which they depend for bread. But no matter how fine the spirit, how splendid the intention, welfare work must remain chaotic and inefficient as long as it is being carried out by laymen, who give part time and energy to it. This does not mean that laymen will give into other hands the work they have built their lives into, and they shall have no further part to play in social work; it does mean that the Day Nursery, the Maryland Home, Fresh Air Circle, Play Ground Association, Public Athletic League and the other charitable institutions that have to be with neighborhood improvement and betterment of delinquents organize under the direction of a paid expert on social reform. It would be the task of this expert on social welfare to find out what ailed Baltimore, and then give his whole time to devising ways and means of applying the cure. After a year of study, he would be expected to tell accurately of housing conditions, the number of unemployed; what classes of people produce the criminals and what crimes are committed. Under the auspices of the National League on Urban Conditions among Negroes, New York, Brooklyn, Savan- nah, Nashville, Philadelphia, Louisville, St. Louis, Augusta, Atlanta and Richmond, cities of large colored population, have made studies of welfare conditions under the direction of colored experts, and have federated or are federating their social institutions. For two years the work has been going on in Richmond, and the following is the plan of the work for the year 1015-1016. 1. To secure more wholesome and beneficial amusement for young colored people by means of more adequate and better supervised playgrounds and better regulated places of amusement. 2. To encourage more thorough preparation for work and greater efficiency at work on the part of those seeking employment. 3. To furnish to erring children helpful and sympathetic guidance after or preferably before their appearance at the Juvenile Court through the establishment of a system of Big Brother and Big Sister oversight. 4. To organize the residents of the various Negro neighborhoods in order to keep houses and yards cleaner, and to secure better and cleaner streets and more adequate police protection. 5. To effect a federation of the city's welfare movements so economies in administration may be effected and duplication of effort may be prevented—in other words—to secure to all of these organizations the usual benefits of genuine co-operative effort. What to do? If Baltimore is sincere in its desire for better conditions, let her ask the National League on Urban Conditions to send its representative and talk the matter over. The League has such officers as Kelly Miller, R. R. Moton, of Tuskegee, and C. D. Hilles, and would be as glad to come as we are to have them. The question remains do we want a change? THIRD ANNUAL MARATHON "Not every one who runs obtains a prize," but fourteen of those who endure to until the end of the Afro-American's third annual marathon race will receive prizes from this paper. In addition, many business men have shown their interest by expressing the wish to offer further rewards. If it were possible, not only the first fourteen but every runner who finished the five miles within forty minutes would receive recognition, and deservedly. The physical exertion required to cover five miles without injury is tremendous, and the boy who makes the distance within a reasonable length of time deserves credit for his physical fitness. This is what the Afro-American is striving to encourage. The number of people who do their best in any thing is astonishingly small. Consider the negligible proportion of young people who die of over work, physical or mental, and it can be appreciated how seldom they do their utmost. It is different in a race; every individual exerts his ability to the limit; he does the unexpected, the unheard of, more than his capacity and in this way increases it. The many hundreds of people who could get close enough to the Afro-American Building last year to see the finish of the marathon, cheered wildly every runner as he passed the line, and showed no intention of leaving as long as there was a possibility of another runner finishing. They recognized the strength and will required to finish and they wanted to give their appreciation of it. There is special glory for the runners who finish first, but there is glory enough for everyone who does his best and finishes. In a marathon or in the race of life, it is not how you finish but how you run. And when the last great Scorer comes to write against your name, it matters little whether you have won or lost, but how you have played the game. STEREOTYPED: Some time ago the editor of this paper wrote to the Literary Digest a very plain letter about its failure to capitalize the word Negro. He stated that the Digest Editor must know that Negro is not analagous to white but to Caucasian, Indian etc., and that so long as he refused to capitalize the word he was not only discourteous, but inconsistent. In conclusion, we requested the Digest to use the word colored, if it would not change its policy, since colored, like black, white, red or brown, may be printed with a lower-case "c." The following reply was received: "We have to acknowledge with thanks your letter of March 20th concerning the use of the word negro with a lower case initial letter. We have noted that in certain papers, the use of the capital initial is common, and shall keep your letter before us until such time as we shall revise our dictionaries, when the subject will be referred to our editors for action. "The writer is aware that when the word was originally used, it was capitalized, but is also aware that at that time the knowledge of the different tribes and races was restricted. He directs your attention to the table of African Tribes in the new Standard Dictionary, from which stock many members of the colored race trace their origin. He realizes, however, that it is impossible for most of them to trace their origin back to any specific stock or tribe, and he feels that to call them negroes is almost as contemptible as to call them blacks. "He sees no reason why they should not be termed what they really are—Afro-Americans. This; however, is merely his personal opinion about which he would like to respect your views, for he sees little difference." using the terms Afro-American and American Indian. "Thanking you again for drawing attention to the subject, "Yours very truly, THE LITERARY DIGEST." The current number of the Crisis prints a letter from Funk and Wagnalis to Mr. Joseph L. Jones, of Cincinnati, which is identical with our own letter, but omits the third paragraph. It looks very much as if the Digest has a set form for all questions on this subject, nevertheless this much can be said with certainty, for explanations that are dark, and for excuses that are vain, the heathen white man is peculiar. When the colored audience at the Lafayette Theatre, New York, attending a performance of Shakespeare's "Othello" by colored players, laughed aloud at one of the most tragic scenes, a critic of the New York Sun was led to exclaim: "the players are better trained than the audience." Failure to appreciate Shakespeare is an American rather than a racial trait to which the infrequent performance of Shakespearean plays in this country bears silent witness. More than this, Winthrop Ames, manager of the Little Theatre, New York, spoke recently of the American drama as dominated by a "great, new, eager, child-like, tasteless, honest, crude General Public. To them a play was just a show. They cared nothing for such things as character dolineation or psychological analysis, or subtleties of dialogue—in short for the things that make drama literature. They wanted a good show—and their definition meant merely a simple, rapid, exciting story, told in terms of action." For the second time in five years the Baltimore Conference of the A.M. E. Church has had the high honor of having one of its members elevated to the exalted position of Bishop. At the last General Conference Dr. John Hurst was elevated to the episcopacy and at this General Conference, Dr. I. N. Ross was the worthy recipient of the same episcopal honors. It is more than a pleasure to state that Dr. Ross' elevation to the high office he now occupies, came to him not because of any political activities, but because of his high standing as a Christian been such that his elevation was a matter of course. It seems to us that Baltimore will not do itself justice unless it gives Bishop Ross a token of some kind to show its esteem of the man and his work in the community. He has been appointed to West Africa, and we are sure no man will bring greater honor to his church in the fatherland than Bishop Isaac N. Ross. It is time to be thinking about a swimming pool for Drudil Park SECRETARY JACKSON MAKES EXCELLENT REPORT The great work that the African Methodist Episcopal Church is doing along educational lines was told in a comprehensive report submitted by Prof. A. S. Jackson, secretary of education, to the General Conference of the denomination, which closed its quadrennial sessions in Philadelphia this week. PROF. A. S. JACKSON PROF. A. S. JACKSON Prof. Jackson succeeded Prof. J. R. Hawkins as educational secretary in 1906. He had been long a teacher and at the time of his selection was an instructor in Paul Quinn College, Waco, Texas, one of the fifteen schools maintained by the denomination in this country. The backwardness of the South in educational lines, especially with the race, makes these schools a necessity. From them have gone women who have become leaders in every line of tactivity. The A. M. J. Church, by its purchase of what is now the great Wilberforce University, became the pioneer in race-religious bodies in establishing schools. Wilberforce was secured largely through the efforts of the late Bishop Daniel A. Payne, pioneer in furthering the cause of higher education of the race. Not only are the schools in this country doing good work, but so is Bother Institute, Cong Town, South Africa. The receipts for educational purposes totaled $1,500,000 during the past four years. Of this, $75,000 came from annual conferences and passed through the educational board. Proof, Jackson believes that the schools of the denominations should be hand-rolled and that every effort be made to increase their efficiency and bill MARATHUN Between thirty and forty red-blooded boys are awaiting with almost bated breath the sound of the starters pistol, a half hour before noon on next Saturday, a signal that will send them over a five mile course of country roads and asphalt streets in a race for glory and prizes. These boys include the pick of Baltimore's athletes, those who have all-round athletic ability as well as physical stamina for a five mile run, and there is no doubt in the minds of close students of the game that the race next Saturday will see all former records smashed, and the world's record given a hard jolt. A feature of the race this year will be the representation of the Y. M. C. A. in the event. Secretary Booker has garnered several good runners who have given their consent to run for opinion that they have as good, if not little better chance of winning the race than some of those already entered. Keeping up to their standard of former years, the Dunbar Club, probably the oldest and best known athletic organization in the city, will enter a squad of eight or more men an effort to again carry off the club trophy, as well as all other prizes that might be coming their way. While the High School will not be as well represented as it might, Director Ross will have several entries the quality and ability of which will be unquestioned. Due to the fact that Morgan College will be closed when the race comes off, that school will not be represented as largely as last year, yet it will have no mean entry in the person of Earl Johnson, who will be more than able to hold up the colors and honor of his alma mater. "Billy" Bantum who is looking after the activities of the Dunbar squad is wearing a broad amile of satisfaction over the condition of his men and the unexpected form they are showing. If there is any one in the city who can put his men thru the paces, that one man is Bantum, and we must take our hats off to him for his untiring interest and earnest labors with the boys who have trusted their training to his hands. If there were more men of his kind in the city, Baltimore achievements would be heralded the country over. We ask all our readers, or at least as many as can, to make an effort to see the race next Saturday. If you are old, it will make you feel young again, and if you are young it will give you a desire to try to accomplish something along athletic lines yourself. Don't thing because you are sickly you can't be an athlete. Annette Kellerman, now called the "perfect woman" was once threatened with curvature of the spine, and tuberculosis. Come out, see the race, encourage the boys who have tried, and do yourself a whole lot of good. RULES FOR MARATHONERS 1. All entrants must be examined by physicians named by the Marathon committee who shall certify as to their physical condition and fitness. Rejection by one physician shall be sufficient to disqualify entrant. 2. Entrants will not be allowed to have pacers in the race. 3. Runners will be allowed to have attendants stationed along the route to give any aid necessary, but said attendants must not interfere in any way with the other runners. 4. All runners must keep to the prescribed course or be disqualified. Keep to West side of Fulton avenue. 5. In running corners or in passing each other, runners must be at least two feet apart. 6. Blowing, pushing, shoving or tripping all disqualify runners from the race. 7. To win any prizes offered by anyone outside of the Afro-American Co., runners must complete the full course. 8. The club or team having the highest number of men to finish in the first 15, will be awarded the club trophy. Tips for Marathoners and Non Mara- Marathoners The best place to see thee finish—in front of the American Building. in front of the American Battles. The best place for the Marathoner to be at the finish is first. He will get more cheers than the last man, as everyone may be gone when he (the last man) comes in. If you want to know who will win so that you can place a bet, ask Mr. Booker. If you want to know who will be the last man wait until the race is over. A bucket of cold water thrown on Milton Dorsey, at Drudu Hill avenue and McMechen street last year made him pass two runners two blocks in front of him. Somebody said two glasses of "Green River" would have made him pass everybody and win. If Bernard Webb makes his appearance this year with that rough dry white lid of his again, we respectfully ask someone to be on hand with a hot brick. Drs. Scott, Cardozo, Robinson and Hurges will examine you free of charge to see if your heart or lungs are in good condition, and if you have corn or other hard places on your feet, Dr. Joe Mason will look after that for two bits or more. If you don't think you can win after you have started, for heaven's sake, for your own sake and for the sake of the club you represent don't drop out of the race and run home like a scared rabbit. Don't show the "white feather," but keep on to the finish. You can at least gain the glory of having tried. CAMBRIDGE STARS WIN The Cambridge Stats won a doubleheader Thursday from the Trappe and Oxford clubs. The feature of the game was the pitching of E. Jones and the sensational playing of C. Bennett at first base. CITY HAPPENINGS NURSES COMMENCEMENT A plea for Interest in the work of Provident Hospital was made by Dr. Edward Short in an address at the commencement of the nurses department of the institution last Friday night. The exercises were held at Macedonia Baptist Church and a large audience was present. There was one graduate, Miss Helen V. Morsell. Dr. Short said that Provident Hospital deserved the support of the people and pointed out that it was the only place where colored physicians could administer to the needs of their patients; that the sick received every consideration there and that it was the only institution in the city that admitted colored young women who desired training as qualified nurses. Attorney McCaird delivered an address in which he criticised buying on the installment plan and dealing with loan sharks. Miss Annie Johnson, representing the Trained Nurses Association, made a plea for Christian young women to study trained nursing. Solos were sung by Dr. O. D. Jones and Mrs. Roberta Creditt, and Miss Bertha Valentine played a piano solo. Rev. Dr. D. G. Mack delivered the invocation and benediction. Dr. Harry F. Brown, superintendent of the Hospital, presided and presented the diploma. MORGAN COLLEGE The Y. M. C. A. of Morgan College wishes to thank the public for their contributions to the delegate's fund. The individual subscriptions and the proceeds from the two entertainments, one given at Ames Memorial and the other given at Metropolitan Church. enabled the Association to send its delegate, in the person of Mr. Clemon Miles, to the King's Mountain Students Conference, which meets in King's Mountains, N. C., from May 19th to May 29th. Mr. Miles, a member of the junior college class, and a very active Y. M. C. A. worker, left Morgan College for King's Mountain, N. C., Thursday, May 18th. We hope for him a pleasant trip and that he will bring back information that will make our Association improve to such an extent that it will "fourish as the Cedars of Lebanon. QUEENS RALLY A SUCCESS The Queen's Rally at St. Matthews M. E. Church, Rev R. A. Green, pastor, on May 14th, was a great success. The following amounts were reported: No. 1, Queen, Mrs. Mary Watson, Lord Chamberlain, H. M. M. Washington, $39.03. No. 2, Queen, Mrs. Cornella Green; Lord Chamberlain, Mr. Lovy James, $120.82. No. 3, Queen, Mrs. Matthias; Lord Chamberlain, Mr. J. Johnson, $20.25. No. 4, Queen, Mrs. Ella Wilson; Lord Chamberlain, Mr. E. D. Kell, $32.35. No. 5, Queen, Mrs. Anna B. Smith; Lord Chamberlain, Mr. K. D. Ragland, $33.73. No. 6, Queen, Mrs. Minnie C. Harvey; Lord Chamberlain, Mr. R. W. Harvey, $22.00. No. 7, Queen, Mrs Elsie Hall; Lord Chamberlain, Mr. Alexander James, $89.85. No. 8, Queen, Mrs. Martha Roberts; Lord Chamberlain, Mr. Roberts, $33.30. Door money. $14.30. Ice Cream Grocery. $6.30. Donations. $79.17. Grocery. $61.00. SECCESSEIT; QUEENS' BALLY A successful Queens' Rally was conducted by the auxiliaries of Perkins Square Baptist Church, Friday evening, April $8th. Mrs. Emma Jones was the commander. The program was an exhibition of beauty and order. The following amounts were collected. America, Queen, Mrs. Susie Evans, $34.50; England, Queen, Mrs. Margaret Johnson, $14.70; Germany, Queen, Mrs. Rebecca Jones, $21.07; Belgium, Queen, Mrs. Daisy Foster, $4.17; Sweden, Mrs. Martha Jackson, $40.06; Liberia, Mrs. Louise Lindsay, $8.76; Norway, Mrs. Sarah Carroll Queen, $33.66; Spain, Miss Attree Perry, Queen, $36.17; Russia, Mrs. Hattie Daniels, Queen, $31.87; Africa, Miss Grace Bush, Queen, $46.13; Door and table, $17.90. Total, $300.50. We wish to thank the participants and contributors for their faithful and sacrificing work. F. R. Williams, D. D., Pastor. Addison Manus, Clerk. BLACK SO WIN TWO GAMES The Black Sox defeated the Simpson and Dooller team last Sunday at the Labelmen's Oval in two exciting games, by scores of 10-4 and 1-0. The playing of the Sox was brilliant from start to finish. The features of the games were the pitching of Ford and Brown for the Sox and four double plays made by the Sox infeld with Husky, Evans, Williams and Greyer. Gangang also featured in one of the double plays. The Sox are getting in condition for the opening game which will be played at Oriole Park on Decoration Day, with the crack East Brooklyn team (white semi-professionals) June Matthews will positively be in the line-up. LOOKING FOR GAMES The New Windsor Baseball Club, having organized, is now looking for games. The team will be glad to hear from and play with any good team. Address all correspondence to Edward E. Jackson, captain, New Windsor, Md., Route 1, Box 115. The Druid Hill Park Cropet Club has resumed "sessions" and every fair afternoon its members are out playing "stinger." The members are among the best known men in the city and wit and badinage flow as some one achieves a victory. Park Superintendent Manning has won the gratitude of the club by installing cupboards in the Latrobe Pavilion, so that the followers of the ball and squinters at the wicket may keep their implements of playfare and warfare nearby. CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY Miss Ella J. Stevens, of 422 West Biddle street, celebrated her 28th anniversary on Thursday, May 18. The evening was cheerfully spent and at a late hour refreshments were served. Those present were: Miss Madeline Henson, Mr. Edward Franklin, Miss Della Wilson, Miss Mary Demond, Miss Rosie Cager, Mr. Oscar Berry, Mr. John Bailey, Mr. James Coates, Miss Estella Waters, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Mrs. John Clark, Miss Emily Rohbeck, Miss Emily Nutter, Miss Mamie Aconion, Miss Bessie Aconion, Miss Mary E. Stevens. PYTHIANS HOLD COLLATION Success Lodge, No. 25, K. of P., held a collation on Friday evening, April 20th, which was largely attended and appropriate addresses were delivered by Sir Knights Oscar Dorsey, Lloyd Sample, Harry Smith and others which were well received by the members. Following the speeches the entertainment committee invited the officers and members to partake of an especially arranged feast, which was appreciated by all. William W. Lee is chancellor commander and George R. Barrett was chairman of the committee. HOLD MEMORIAL SERVICES The Jolly Odd Fellows held memorial services on Sunday, May 21st at their deceased members. J. C. Simpson and J. H. Gibson. The cullages were opened by Brother L. T. Dawson, who read a very interesting paper, followed by members of the Social who made some very interesting remarks: T. B. Slater, J. T. Turner, J. E. Smith, W. Wright, S. Garrett, F. Bell, H. Franklin, Geo. Feck, J. Robinson, W. Christian, S. Wesley, W. E. Robinson, W. Smith and others. Much interest was manifested. T. B. Slater, chief akron; L. T. Dawson, clerk of finance. AN ENJOYABLE EVENING A very enjoyable evening was spent at 207 W. Hoffman street on Wednesday evening of last week, the occasion being the closing of the season of the Swastika Club of Trinity A. M. E. Sunday School. Each member of the club invited one or more of their friends and the club in general invited Mr. Robert Gross superintendent of Trinity A. M. E. S. S.; Mr. Thomas J. H. day, ex-superintendent.; Mr. and Mrs. Rboert L. Henson and Mr. W. Llewelyn Wilson, all of whom made very interesting and well received addresses. Miss Bertha L. Webb, secretary of the club, read a report covering the work done by the club since its organization. Miss Edna L. Waters, the president, introduced the speakers with exceptionally well appointed remarks, telling of the inspiration and interest the superintendent and others had given since the club has been organized. A tasty arranged reception was served and the evening was spent in social enjoyment. CONDUCTING A REVIVAL Rev. J. G. Robinson, D. D., of Arkansas, a noted revivalist, is conducting a revival at Bethel A. M. E.Church He will preach his famous sermon, "Wandering in Sin" Sunday morning. Come out and hear him. Dr. Roni-son makes the claim that he has added more members to the A. M. E. Church than any other one man living. MME. EVELYN HORTON President Eureka College of Hair and Beauty Culture, 2806 Lucas Ave., St. Louis, Mo. The above is the likeness of Madam Evelyn Horton, president of the Eureka College of Hair Culture, St. Louis branch offices in Baltimore. The place will be announced in next week's issue of the Afro-American. Madam Horton is giving special inducements to young women who desire to make money. For the present she can be reached at Bethel A. M. E. Parsonage, 1405 Argyle avenue. APPEAL FOR BETHEL CHURCH To the Subscribers and friends of Bethel A. M. E. Church, Baltimore, Md. more, mu. Dear Friends: The financial condition of Bethel Church is such that every friend and well-wisher must be implored to come to immediate aid. Those who have subscribed and have not paid, and those who have been appealed to in public or privately and have not subscribed, I plead with you for the cause sake to exercise all patience, and work for, and give to the fund materially reduce the heavy indebtedness upon this church. I have just come to the Second Episcopal District as its presiding Bishop, and seek for the active cooperation of all the people to further the work of God, and promote the interests of our people by whatever name known. Yours respectfully J. ALBERT JOHNSON Bishop Johnson will preach at Bethel Church on Sunday, June 4th at 11 a. m. 'TIS A FEAT TO FIX THE FEET When Your CORNS Hurt And Your CALLOUSES Burn, See DR. MASON, the Expert. Get Quick RELIEF in Return. DR. JOESEPH B. M. SURGEON CHIROPOD 1623 DRUID HILL AVENUE THE ONLY PLACE OF ITS KIND IN 'TIS A FEAT TO FIX THE FEET RUN TO PATAPSCO PARK GROVE HOLLAND-In loving mother Mary! Heres years ago. May 21st. Who should we call? DR. JOESEPH B. MASON SURGEON CHIROPODIST 1623 DRUID HILL AVENUE THE ONLY PLACE OF ITS KIND IN BALTIMORE 'TIS A FEAT TO FIX THE FEET The best, nearest and cheapest suburban summer resort. PURE AlR, Spring Water, ample shade. Restore your health, save your children, open from June to October to Churches, Lodges and all Societies. Pastors of churches, officers of organizations will be given tickets and luncheon free on day of opening. Latest amusements for young and old. Special trains and autos every half hour. Only 25 cents the round trip. Book your dates at once. For free tickets and dates apply to S. R. HUGHES. Agent, 1209 Harlem avenue or JOHN A. RUT" —SUMMER BOARD— At Mrs. Williams L. Passey. Boarding for the summer by day or week. Five minutes walk from St. George Station or the Western Maryland Railroad. Short walk from Emory Grove car line. Address to LOCUS COTTAGE, ATTENTION You are invited to attend our Sacred Concert at Bethel Church Sunday at 5 p. m., May 28th May 20th Program: Opening song, recitation by Mrs. Clara Noble; piano solo, Miss Lucrecia Rusk; address subject: "How to Train the Boys" by Mrs. Truxton; vocal solo. Mrs. Eva Delahay, chairman; Mrs. Sanders, president. Offering NOTICE—The 70th annual session of the Baltimore and Washington Conference of the Colored M. P. Church will convene at Tysons C. M. P. Church, Falls Road, West Roland Park, Wednesday May 31, 1816 YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSON 1619 Druid Hill Avenue Sunday, May 28, 4:30 P. M. "Life Problem Club" Live and interesting discussions every Sunday. All men are invited. Samuel Williams, president Geo. V. Lottter, chairman of committee Special Notice Rev. A. Young will preach at Sharp St. Mem. Church Sunday, May 28th at 7.45 P. M. Subject: "The Old Ship of Zion." He will be accompanied by choir and congregation. and congressmen A. Young,pastors Revs. M. J. Naylor & A. Young,pastors Closing Exercises of Riddick Chapter Epworth League of Centennial M. E-Church by the Original Tea Rose Social on Sunday, May 28, 1916 at 5 p.m. A special program by some of Baltimore's best talent will be rendered. Come, bring a friend. Mr. Frederick Tinsen, President of Tea Rose; Mme. Helen Cooper Dean, Pres. of League. Rev. N, M. Carroll, D. D., Pastor Mrs. Robert A. Elliott BECOMER TO THE Branch office: 2109 Druid Hill Av. Phones: Mt. Vernon 4528 Immediate service day and night In regards to the report that I have formed a partnership. I wish to state that I am absolutely alone, and have no partnership connection with anyone. Respectfully MRS. R. A. ELLIOTT M.T. V+RNON B APTIST CHURCH Oxford St. near Penna, Aue. $Rev. W. F. Dickinson, 'astur 11 a. m. Sermon by pastor. 2 p. m. Sunday School. J Privett, Supt. 6.45 p. m. B. Y. P. U. 8 p. m. Special sermon to Women's Missionary Society by pastor. Miss. y t o t i e Pryor, Pres. Florence Floyd See'y. Offers of the B. Y. P. U. Miss K Hollins, Pres., Mrs. G D. Jonea, Vice Pres., Mrs. Mrs M. Cornish, Tras., Miss O D Davis, Sec.y Mrs M. Klake, Asst Sec'y, Mr. J. Williams, Organizer. PH B. MASON CHIROPODIST HILL AVENUE ITS KIND IN BALTIMORE FIX THE FEET HOLLAND--In loving remembrance of our dear mother Mary Theresa, who departed this life two years ago, May 21st, 1914. Why should we call it death This calm sweet sleep of peace: When the tired head in slumber rests, And all life's orrows cease? Sleep on, Sleep on and rest At the close of our weary day; Ahl Call it not death but life, This beautiful passing away. EMERSON…In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother Cornelia Landy, who departed this life seven years ago today. May 25th, 1909. Forget thee, these are bitter words. We wish they were unsaid; we are not entitled to any life. But with the silent dead. JONES…In sad and loving memory of my dear husband Richard H. who departed this life six months ago today, May 19th, 1916. Six months have past my heart still sore As time flies on, I miss him more. The day I met you Richard, the long may seem the days. Oft in the lonely hours, I write my tears away. Oh how hard we tried to save him. He still sorely missed me. Six months ago, happy angels came and took him From this world of toil and pain. Sleep on dear husband and take your rest God took you home. He thought it best. It was hard to arm and pain from thee. He stood strong amid the storm. His devoted wife, Maggie M. Jones. LONESOME…In sad and loving remembrance of our dear son and brother—Jesse E. who departed this life one year ago May 18th, 1915. Ovine of the month of birds and blossoms What loads of joy you bring: Could st thou but know the sadness Your zephyr to us sing. One year ago you bore Our dear son from our home. The spirit is so beautiful But God’s will must be done. Rest in peace dear brother One year ago has passed; We have not forgotten you. We think of you every day. By his mother, father, sisters and brothers. PEAKER…In loving remembrance of my dear son Robert A., who died one year ago today May 27th, 1915. I take this means of thanking my many friends for their kindness towards my mother, Lillian Hopkins, during her illness and for the many kindness,pathy and beautiful final deed on her death. HOPKINS-Lillian Jane Hopkins, the mother of Florence Hopkins, departed this life May 13, 1916 at 8 o'clock, 720 Waeche street. Then, the flower to be. Samuel B. Sye, of 643 W. Lafayette avenue, departed this life on Sunday morning, May 14, 1915. He leaves a wife and two children. Mrs. Sye wishes to thank the kind friends for their words of sympathy and beautiful floral tributes. "It is woll with my seul" were the last words from our Aunt Julia Squire, of 2227 Etting street, just before the Lord called her from us, who died May 14th. We the noises, wish to thank her many friends for the kindness and many floral designs, also Rev. A. J. Mitchell and Mr. Joseph Bailey, of Amos; Rev. Thomas and King's Daughter of the Metropolitan, Mrs. Annie Sorrell and Mr. Perry Ward, of St. John's Churches. NOTICE—The Star of East Juvenile Council will hold their annual sermon at Asbury M. E. . Church, Lexington and Rogers avenue, Sunday, May 28th at 2 p. m...The public is cordially invited. Sermon by the Pastor, Rev. G. C. Curry.. W. M. . E. Milburn G. W. C. . C. Burton. HOUSES FOR SALE 400 Block N. Glimore street. 100 Block Dolphin street 100 Block West Hill street 600 Block W. Lafayette avenue. 500 Block W. Lanvale street 1400 Block Druid Hill avenue. 1000 Block Druid Hill avenue. 1000 Block North Carey street 1700 Block Asiland avenue. 1000 Block Lorman street Also fixtures suitable for ice cream parlor or lunch room. FOR RENT—Two good houses located at 13 and 20 Vincent Street. In good condition with new soworage connection...Apply at 7 Vincent St. SPECIAL NOTICE—A Shoemaker wanted at once at 2008 Etting Street. Call after 7.30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Monday. Good pay. WANTED—At the Atlantic Servants Exchange Employment Agency, five hundred domestics for hotels, clubs and private families. First-class references required. Enclose stamp for particulars. particular Arthur B. Polite, Manager 54 Avenue A., Asbury Park, N. J. WANTED—Seventy-five colored labore's to work in BRICKYARD. Good Pay. Apply to Burns & Russell's Brickyard, Dundaulk Junction. Take Sparrows Point Electric Car. LEGAL RATE LOANS Before making your next loan see us. Call and let us explain our methods of making loans on Furniture and Pianos. Monthly payments, or weekly if you prefer. Other companies paid off and more money advanced. Northwestern Loan Company 1310 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS AND COURTS OF CAL·NTHE, E. & W. H. SUNDAY, May 28th, 1916, at 7.30 P. M. AT TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Biddle Street and Linden Avenue ORATION BY SIR GEORGE A. OWENS, P. C. All are invited. Special music by the choir and Henderson Kerr's Orchestra SOLOMON TRIPP, G. C. REV. S. M. JOHNSON, D. D.. PASTOR CLOSING EXERCISES Addresses will be made by Mr. S. S. Booker, General Secretary Y. M. C. A.; J. Stew. art Davis, Esq.; Principal George A. Owens and ATTORNEY ARMOND W. SCOTT, Wash., D. C. And a prominent Elk, one of the leading lawyers of his race, known the country over for his oratorical ability. All are invited to help pack the church to the doors and hear these noted speakers. . QUEEN RALLY.. At the Church, Druid Hill Ave. and Lanvale St. First prize: The person selling the highest number of tickets over 50 will be given Five Dollars in gold. COMMITTEE: Mrs. Ella Thompson Mrs. Mary L. Brown Miss Lillian Young Miss Pauline Barnes Mr. Wm. Proctor Mr. Daniel Lee MR. T HADDEUS COPELAND, Superintendent REV. J. W. SANDERS, D. D., Pastor LITTLE OUTLAY. LARGE RETURNS. For terms write, call or phone, Catonsville 54 W CHARLES C. WOODLAND, 77 Winters Avenue, Catonsville OR SEE A. E. BRISCOE. 524 LAURENS ST. Mrs. Cora Johnson, Chairman Mrs. Jennie Ross, Directress INTERDENGE ...SUPERINTENDENT —A BETHEL A. M. DRUID HILL AVENUE A MONDAY EVENING First prize: The person selli- over 50 will be given Five Dollars Second prize: The person selli- over 25, will be given Two dollars. All superintendents of the citi- and are expected to be present. ADMISSION COMMITTEE: Mrs. Ella Thompson Mrs. M. Barnes Mr. Wm. Pro MR. T. HADDEUS COPELAND, Superintendent Have Your Greenwood CATON LITTLE OUTLAY. For terms write, call or CHARLES C. WOODLAND, OR SEE A. E. BRISCO THE FIRST MOONLIGHT Enterprise Social MONDAY, JUNE 5th, 1916 Music by the H. All Socials and public B at will leave at 8.30 P. M. INTERNMENT The remains of Mr. Geo H. Hutchins who died December 9, 1915 will be buried Sunday May 28th, 1916. The solid oak couch will be placed in a cement vault at 9 p.m. The cement vault did not arrive from Boston, Mass, in time for May 20th and it was postponed until this date at 2 p.m. The vault is the gift of his brother, Mr. Basil T. Hutchins, a very successful undertaker of Boston, Mass. Interment at Mount Auburn Cemetery. Mr Morton Chase will have charge of the arrangements. Friends are invited. Mrs. S. W. Hutchins, 103' Argyle Avenue. REV. M. J. NAYLOR' Pastor FIRST RALLY.. WOMEN OF E. E. CHURCH ING, JUNE 8, 1916 ing at the Door All Ave. and Lanvale St. Bertha O. Myers, Secretary Rev. J. W. Sanders, Pastor MINIMATION ENTS' RECEPTION... E. E. CHURCH AND LANVALE STREET S, JUNE 5th, 1916 giving the highest number of tickets in gold. giving the highest number of tickets and a half in gold. and vicinity have been invited Excellent Program. 15 CENTS By L. Brown Miss Lillian Young Miss Pauline Tutor Mr. Daniel Lee REV. J. W. SANDERS, D. D., Pastor Outing At Electric Park SVILLE LARGE RETURNS. Phone, Catonsville 54 W 77 Winters Avenue, Catonsville E. 524 LAURENS ST. AT EXCURSION OF THE to rown's Grove. TICKETS 25 CENTS entsmen's Bed in general are invited. W. H. Saunders, Marshall NOTICE—To the officers and members of St. Andrew's G and Commandery Knights Temple, and all Kights Tempel of this Jurisdiction. You are hereby ordered to appear at the Asylum, Courland Street, Thursday evening June 1st. 916 at 6 p.m in full uniform to attend Ascension Day Service at Eton Baptist Church, Park Avenue near Dolphin St. Line of march; Courtland to Franklin to Eutaw, to Druid Hill, to Dolphin, to Park Avenue to church. By order Columbus Gordon, R. F. G. Com. Thomas A. Dodd, E. G. Reborder. 6.30 a. m., Class. Thomas Lane, Leader. 11 a. m., Sermon by pastor 2.30 p. m., Sunday School and Teachers Training Class. Henry Johnson, Supt. 5.30 p. m., Epw th League. Miss Matiloa Abrams, Supt. 8 p. m., Sermon by a pastor. The Children's Church and Children's Saving Fund every Friday at 4.30. All members are requested to make their rally reports to their captains at the morning and evening services. The Kingdom of Faith Unos Lane, General and the Kingdom of Hope, Jas. Curtiss, General. Who will win? ASBURY M. E. CHURCB East and Lexington Sts. Hev. George E. Curry, Pastor. Residence 1830 b. Eager St. GIRL'S DAY 11 a. m., Sermon by the pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School Mr. C. T. Stewart, Supt. 2 p.m. Special service, the Juvenile order of K. of P's will be in attendance 5 15 p.m. The closing session of the Epworth League. Mrs Cora Mary Jones, cres. 3. R. Hughes, A. M., pastor Res: 1209 Harlem Avenue 11 a. m. At Chase the pastor. 3 p. m. At Magnolia the pastor. 11 a. m. At Lorey, Rev. W. Boyer Sunday School 10 a. m. children's Day at Chase the second Sunday in June. CENTENNIAL M. E. CHURCH Caroline and Bank Streets Rev. N. M. Carroll, D. D., Pastor Women's Banner Rai 10 n. m. Prayer and Praise meeting conducted by Sister Mollie Smith. 11 a. m. Preaching by Rev. Mrs. Mary Bond. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m. Sermon by Rev. Mrs. Ida H. Nelson, choir and congregation in- 5 p.m. Closing services of the Epworth League. Program rendered by the Original Tea Rose Circle, Mr Fred eriek Tumen Pres. 8 p.m. Platform meeting. Special program in charge of Madam Helen Cooper Dean. Addresses by Mrs. John L. Hitchens, Mrs. A. K. I. Miller, Miss Ida R. unimings, Mrs. Jeanie H. Ross and others. Great time, everybody welcome EASTERN M. E. FIRE AND HOLY G. OST CHURCH McEdarry St. and Patterson Park Ave Rev. Alfred Young, pastor Residence: 618 Dolphin Street 11 s.m. Sermon by pastor, 2:30 p.m. Sunday School. 7:30 p.m. The pastor will preach his special sermon "The Old Ship of Zion at Sharp Street Mem Chuch. Epworth League every Friday 8 p.m. ST. MA. THEWS M. E. CHURCH East 23rd Street Rev. K. A. Green, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. H. M. Washington: 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 7 p. m. Epworth League. 8 p. m. Rev. J. Fuller. First Sunday in June the League will close with a special program. Mr. H. M. Washington, Supt. Mrs. E. b. Fuller, Pres. Ladies Aid. Mrs. Elsie Hall, Pres. E. L. Miss Ida Williams, Supt. Jr. Epworth League. Mr. K. D. Hagland, Pres. of Brother hood. ST. MARKS INDEPENDENT M. B. CHURCH Central Avenue near Monument St. Rev. J. B. Watkins, Pastor Residence 631 Stirling Street Saturday (Sabbath) Service. Sabbath School: 10 a. m. Preaching 11.30 a. m. Sunday 3 p. m. School Bible Class of the Third Seventh Day Adventist Church of East Baltimore. 7.30 p. m. subject, "A True Foundation" 8.30 p. m. Preaching "The Christian's Foods" Good music. Bring your Bibles. Questions answered D. Webb Johns MT. ALVAKY FIRST IN. EPEN DENT M. E. CHURCH Rev James L. Williams, Pastor Residence: 614 W. Biodie St. 11 a.m. Special Sermon by the pastor 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 4.30 p. m. Young People's Meeting 8 p. m. Sermon by the pastor followed by the Holy Sacrament. Tuesday night, Class. Jas. Moore, leader Everybody welcome. Good music Second Grand Musical Concert by A. l. Chian Gee Club Thursday June 8th. 8.30 p. m. Admission 10 cents. Wm. W. Robinson, Manager. Rajmohan Carter, Sec'y Official Board 8 a.m. Union Class Meeting, 11 a.m. Sermon by Rev. G. W. Johnson. 2 8 p.m. m. Sunday School. Moses Johnson, Supt 3.30 p.m. m. Sermon by Rev. Dr. Mo lock 4 p.m. Class Meeting 5 p.m. Young 'pees League; 6 p.m. Lostelt outter, Pres. 8 p.m. Person b the pastor subje t, the ascension of Jesus." Next week special anniversary pro gramm e n night. Tuesday at Wednesday nights Class Friday night. Prayer meeting. All are welcome. Catholic Church Clerk FOR RENT Swelling 217 N. Mount Street. 10 rooms, 2 toilets, bath etc. for 2 t families. Near colored school. 86 pr week, key next door. F. A. Huschman 201 Law Building, Courtland new Saratoga Street. --- Lexington and Carlton Street Rev. P. J. Jordan, D. D. Pa. 11 a. m. We will be especially favored by a delegation from the North Carolina Conference. Sermon by Rev. Avery. D D of N C 2.30 p. m. Sunday school. The superintendent expects all to be present. 4.30 p. m. Allen C. E. League The closing services for this season. Good music and program. William Butler. Pres. A. C. E. L. Howard D.rent. Supt. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington Street near Pine Rev P. W. Wortham. Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. 2.20 p. m. Sunday School. 3 p. m. Sermon to he Sewing Bee Circle of Bethel Church 6 p. m. A. C. E. League. 8 p. m. Sermon by pastor or visitor. All are invited. has. Oliver. Supt. Rosa J. Richardson. Pres. of A.C. B. L. TRINITY A. M. E. CHURCH Linden Ave. and Biddle Street Rev. S. M Johnson. D. D., Pastor 1016 Linden Avenue 6.30 a. m., Early Meeting Solomon Holmes, Leader 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. 2.30 p. m. Saboath school. 6.30 p. m. A. C. E. League. 8 p. m. Knights of ythias and Court of Calanthe E. and W. H. will hold their memorial service. Oration by Sir George A. Owens Robt. H. Gross, Supt. W. L. Wilson, President A. C. E. League. PAYNE MEM A. M. E. OURCH Calboun and Laurens Streets Rev J. G. Martin, Pastor Residence: 1155 N. Carey Street Strangers and friends are always welcome to our church. Sunday May 28, 1916 First payment on the mortgage can- celing rally. Each subscriber is request- ed to report something 6 a.m. Prayer and Praise Service constructed by Rev. J. H. G. Doughass. 11 a.m. Sermon by Rev. L. M. Backett. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 4.30 p. m. Class. Bro. H. J. Edelin. 6.30 p. m. A C. E. League. Come earl. to get seats. 8 p. m. Sermon n Rev. L. M. Beckett J. E. Neal, Supt. S. Nehemiah Haughton Pres. A.C.E. Wm. H. Harrison, Sec.y Trustee Board OAK ST. AND S I O H A. M. E CHURCHES Rev J C McKaddv, Pastor 4-3 East 24th Street 11 a. m. Preaching 2.30 p. m. Sunday Scholli. 6.30 p. m. Christian Endeavor. 8 p. m. Preaching. Class Meeting Tuesday and Wednes day nights. All are welcome. ST. LUKES U. A. M. E. CHURCH Spring Street near McBlderry New J. J. Parker, Pastor 1701 N. Dallas Street 9 a. m. Class Meeting, Bro. Robert Corter, leader. 11 a. m. Preaching by pastor. 2 p. m. Subbash School. 7 p. m. pencers O. E. League. 8 p. m. Grand Army will turn out Sermon by the pastor Everybody welcome to these meeting- Robert Carter, Church Clerk Address 128 20th Street CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Dr G W. Keenward, Pastor 11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. 2.80 p. m. Sunday School. 8 p. m. Spiritual sermon by pastor and address by Iev. Abraham Hill. All are invited. Cor. Orchard and Lissier S. Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D. Pastor Parsonage: 1238 Argyle Ave 11 a. m. Sermon by Rev. N. A Campbell. 8.30 p. m. Sunday School. 4 p. m. la-s. 8 p. m. Pastor. Wednesday night. lass. We thank the members and friend for the sum of $751.00 given in the Spri g Rally. H. F. Baynes, Supt Frederick Dabney. Sec'y 3RD SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIR Druid Hill Ave. and Robert Stree Sunday May 28th 8 p.m. Speck sermo. "The driving out of the Tur- from Europe What does it mean the Christian? Rev B. H. Knight. Pastor Trustees Day. Geo Richson, Pres 10 a. m. Claus James Wood, lea 11 a. m. Pastor. 2 p. m. Sunday School. 8 p. m. Sermon to he Lexingt Pence and Pleasure Club and Empty Stocking Club of Ebenezer M. E. Church 10 p.m. A visit by Allen A. M. and St. Paul M. E. Churches their p- tors and congregations. L. H. Mettowen, Sop COLORED YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION 1200 Druid Hill Avenue Sunday, May 28 1916 from 5 to 6 p.m. PROGRAM May 28, 1916 Scripture Reading, Mrs. Josephine Par- paper, Miss Annie Smith Solo, Mr. Frederick Merry Oration, Mr. Thomas H. Miles, "Labor and Geni- datic selection, Miss M. Moon "Ben H. Miss Emma Mitchell, chairman Miss Elizabeth Wilson, presiding Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Frisby rejoicing over the arrival of a fun- son. --- MIDNIGHT STILL ON THE MOVE Chattanooga, Tenn. - I am constantly called upon to pay a tribute to some dear friend who has been called upon to leave the world, and as they go, I am reminded that there is just one more gone to be there to greet me when I enter myself. This time I am called upon to lay a flower on the place. It was during the world's fair that I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Hattie Johnson, of this place, and later, I met her husband, Richard V. Johnson, who was considered one of the best cooks in this country. He was on the railroad cooking on one of them eating cars. He was much in demand and was busy all the time. But a few years ago he accepted a position with the government and remained there until death claimed him. He had a number of friends and when he died it was almost impossible to get near the church. The whole city of Chat- tangoga curtsey You want to know how I got here and what I am doing, and since you want to know, of course I will have to tell you. I am here to the church of Sunday, to say a few words to the people and see the town. I think I was about Danville or some other point when I wrote to you last week. I went from Danville to Lynchburg to see the Virginia Theological Seminary. I was greeted on Sunday night, Rev B. Tyree and his people, and when I returned, Dr. R. C. Wood, was there to greet me also. Dr. Wood is a great big man and is doing a big work in educating our people. I was not bushish in the least when I met him, because I have been to as many colleges as any of them, and then I have been instructed by my private secretary. I can use as big words as any of them and then sit up and look wise. John found the students already in the classroom and when I entered they gave me a big ovation, and I just smiled all over my face before I was introduced to them to make an address. After that I was called upon to make a heart to heart talk to the girls alone and they seemed to enjoy what I said to them. I tell you this thing: meeting students makes you feel like you are something. Now what happened. I left Lynchburg, after I had talked with the widow of the late W. Hayes and went right on to Rosnauke, where I spent the night in company with the many friends I have there. They were glad to see me and I was glad to see them. I was at the home of Dr. J. H. Burks, and took a long ride in the automobile of Glenn Jenn. I was in the company with Mr. Penn and Maltotter Brooks. These were interesting men and they showed me much about the town. I then went down to Christiansburg to see the school there, and hear them talk about fifty years ago when the school was started. They told of the hardships then and what they are doing today. The white people told him to welcome the white man was who started the school fifty years ago and declared if anyone attempted to move it they would have to light and fight hard. Well, I listened to all these big talks. Lawyer Roope was the leading talker. It is interesting to know these things grow. There was a large party of white people from Philadelphia who came to be in celebration. Enough for that. Next found me on the wagon headed for Bristol, where I spent the night and next morning started for Naples. I am going through Knoxville often these days. I am always received by Editor Porter and his people. He is doing some good work there with that East Tennessee News. I have been the means of making people sit up and take notice of our being in the world. Dr. H. M. Green, who is an expert in some new kind of disease, called "plogging" or something like that, was busy. People of all kind of races and color go to insult this wonderful man about his remedy and to get him to do something for them. He is just as busy as he can be. At the commencement last week, Roger Williams University gave to Dr. Green three new letters to go after his name "Ph. D. " I don't know what that means, but they tell me it something that represents scholarship, and some day I will have them after my name because I have been to colleges all over America. The Methodist had full charge of Knoxville when I got there, and it was just sprinkling everything that got in the way. So I just got my little self together and left town in good show, reaching Atlanta, Ga., at night and going to the home of President Jo Hope, of Morehouse College. Proof Hope was busy getting ready for another big time and another big life is going to put up another building and there is no getting around this. I took great care in locating into affairs there. I could great future. at around them to see all the t and how I could see them. It i is surprising, therefore, that I met M C. J. Bryant, who is founder of its Preparatory School. She is with the goods, believe me. I is her when I met her "hooco- o and she was up to the occa- d said something in Latin, but I not understand her, so just l wise and smiled. She is a g from Spellman, and one of t that has ever been turned o that institution. Her hus- b is pastor of the largest church h and the only preacher that i in this country whose church r is salary in advance. I have i of people paying rent and the l advance, but never heard of a her getting his in advance. First Prize, HANDSOME GOLD MEDAL Second Prize, SILVER MEDA Third Prize, SILVER MEDAL 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, BRONZE MEDALS Handsome Silver Loving Cup to Club Scoring the Most Points SATURDAY, JUNE 3rd, 1916 Don't forget to be examined by a physician RACE WILL START Park Heights and Belvedere avenues running along Park Heights avenue and enuing Druid Hill Park at the High Surface:Reservoir, thru the Park by the path parallel to Park Heights avenue, to Fulton avenue, to Laurens street, to Carey street, to Bloom street, Druid Hill avenue to the Afro-American Office. We have decided for the benefit f out-of-town Runners to hold the Entry is open to Wednesday May 31st, 1916. not for bombast, but for real active work. They are prepared to do a work that will tell. They are seekers after truth. They can do any kind of needle work, tailoring, dressmaking, cooking, teaching, clerking or anything else that is practical. It is common sense they give in their school. I had the pleasure of witnessing some of the commencement. Rev. J. T. Goodal preached the sermon, and he is some preacher. Rev. Ernest Hall had just taken hold of the Liberty Baptist Church as pastor. I shook hands with him. It was while in Atlanta I heard of the election of bishops in the A. M. E. Church. I shall have something to say about them in my next letter. I have said enough for this week. Remember to send my birthday present to $22 Jefferson street, Montgomery, Ala. PLYGROUND BALL The boys who are members of the Young Men's Christian Association will have the use of the playground centre on Division street during the summer months. The boys will use the centre on the days when the Public Athletic League is not using the ground. Secretary Booker has made all arrangements and at the meeting of the boy's club Tuesday afternoon, it was decided to have a playground league. The captains of the four teams were selected and every boy was jubilant over the project. A big pennant will be awarded the winning team at the close of the season. THE FIVE MILE MARATHON The Young Men's Christian Association is very much interested in the marathon, and the committee plans to give the triangle team a great boost in all probability, the Association will have three or four men to represent them. A special reception will be given the boys this week and the final word will be passed down the line. We must win Concord Sprinters Make Fine Showing. At the annual spring athletic games of the Sunday School Athletic league of Brooklyn, held the second week in May, nine boys of the Concord Baptist Sunday school won medals. Reginald Austin finished first in the senior 60 yard handicap, and Howard Thompson won the junior 50 yard championship. Irving J. Winters won two medals. He competed in the 50 yard dash handicap mitget and the 110 yard novice. The school would have won the meet but for the fact that four boys who finished first in the relay were disqualified on a technical point. The matter was referred to the board on protest of the Concord team. The Concord Baptist Sunday school is the largest among our people in Brooklyn and is a prominent member of the Sunday School Athletic league of Brooklyn. N. B. Dodson is the superintendent. AFRO-AMERICAN BUSINESS DIRECTORY Charles B. Jones FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER Main Office: 235 N. Pine St. BALTIMORE, MD. Phone: St. Paul 6580 Branch Office: 2829 Remington Avenue Carriages for all Occasions M27117 Scalp Treatment Hair Improvement MRS. REBECCA COOPER 1107 Carrollton Avenue Mme C. J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Grower RESULTS GUARANTEED WALKER'S GROWER ON SALE New Keystone Grocery Co. Store W. S. I. Manager 1330 Presstman Street New and Fresh Stock of Groceries. Meats and Provisions. Orders Promptly Served....6-22 Phone. Madison 2875 J. DR. JOHN C ROBINSON Formerly of Gill N. 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Most equipped repair shop uptown. 1211 Druid Hill Avenue Phone madison 4954 W. WIN... MAKER sets for $3.00 and Parties, Receptions, Rates. You need each 142 W. Hill Street and 828 Druid Hill Ave. THE WEDDING RING The other day I read an article of what one woman thinks of women wearing wedding rings. She thinks men should wear the badge of bondage and wear it on his thumb, and that a law should be passed to make him wear it. I often wonder why we should be so tagged any way. If a woman is seen with a child and wears no ring, every one is looking askance at her. It is a badge of bondage that has been handed down from one generation to another so long that no one stops to think how the idea originated nor do they care. It is a badge that most women are proud of and when I see a young girl displaying her diamond or neatly engraved engagement, I often wonder she realizes what it stands for. It certainly proclaims to all who see it—bondage—and says as plain as the printed in big black letters "See I am sold, no one else need apply." Then why should not men be tagged also. Most married people can tell each other but it takes a very worldly wise young girl to tell a married man from a single one, and if they had to be labeled "sold" there would be a good bit less trouble in the world. It is only a form and one that few people stop these days to think about. I have never found that a wedding ring stopped a married woman from flirting with other men if she wanted to or that it stopped her leaving home entirely with some other man if she had the desire—and if a man's opinion of himself now, counts for anything, I'm thinking the wedding ring on the thumb would not stop him from spending his evenings either with some single girl or another man's wife if he so wished. The most pleasure derived from the wearing of it is to be called Mrs. or Madam instead of Miss and its significance to the majority means little. I said to a woman the ather day "I heard you weremarried, is it true?" "No," she said, "I wore a wedding ring once and it meant nothing but a family and hard work. I've walked a mile on many a winter morning thru snow to my waist and stood and worked all day in wet clothes, then go home and do my work there before I could go to rest, and when I would ask my husband for money or anything at all, he would say 'go earn it.'" "But," said I, "this man is wealthy and you would not even need to do your own work if you did not want to." "Yes," she said, "that is true, but I am not running any more risks. The wedding ring means nothing but slavery; at least it did to me, and if I should decide to marry him, I will not wear a ring again." So it goes the wide world over; to a few it means happiness, to others it means slavery and drudgery; so what's the use anyway. When I see how easily the married men succeed in fooling young girls and how little trouble they have in passing for single, I am inclined to think they need either a ring on their thumb or a ball and chain on their ankle. We can't pick up a newspaper without reading a story about some poor little girl or woman, who has been murdered or committed suicide because of some man—and in the majority of cases the man in the case is married. So I say, too, if wearing a ring on his thumb will help to keep some home happy, then by all means make Mr. Man wear the ring. YOU MIGHT TRY Use clear turpentine and a soft cloth to clean white enamelled wood work or furniture. It will remove all spots without removing one bit of the gloss as soap often does. When slicing tomatoes use your bread knife with saw teeth. You can cut them quicker and slices will be much thinner. MIXED MEAT LOAF Three pounds of veal shank; one pound of sausage; three cups of dry bread crumbs; one cup of sweet milk salt and pepper and pinch of sage. Boil the veal shank and chop it fine. Mix thoroughly with the sausage, milk bread crumbs and seasoning. Form into a loaf and bake until brown. INFLUENCE OF HAMPTON Noted Southern School Celebrates Forty-eighth Year of National Service. Hampton, Va.—The national aspect of Robert Curtis Oqden's work was strongly emphasized during the recent forty-eighth anniversary celebration of the Hampton (Va.) institute. Dr. Hollis B. Frissell presented to the board of trustees sixty-nine candidates for certificates and ninety candidates for diplomas in the presence of 2,000 white and colored people, including several hundred men and women who are leaders in educational, social and business enterprises throughout the nation. "The legacy of Hampton," said Rev. W. Russell Bowie, rector of St. Paul's church. Richmond, Va., in his address to the graduating class, "is the new vision, hope, faith and power, which Hampton gives all those who come in touch with her." Mrs. Henry Villard of New York, daughter of William Lloyd Garrison, said it was balm to the soul to come to Hampton, where all is peace and harmony. She paid tribute to Mr. Ogden for his rare, beautiful spirit, and for his service to Hampton and the cause of southern education. Rev. Charles E. Park of Boston said he was impressed at Hampton with the quality of character which is developed in the students through discipline. Job E. Hedges of New York gave the students some excellent advice: "Be plain, ordinary, every day, on the level, not waiting for applause. The test of virtue is sacrifice. The test of loyalty is endeavor." SESSION OF A.M.E. ZIONISTS ENDED Large Amount of Routine Business Transacted Including Election of Four Bishops TWO PRELATES RETIRED Rev. J. S. Jackson, Recently Demoted, Fails To Get His Position Back. Louisville, Ky., May 25—The 25th Quadrennial General Conference of the A. M. E. Zion Church has concluded its labors, after an eventful session at Broadway A. M. E. Zion Church. Besides transacting a large amount of routine business, four new bishops were elected, two retired and the general officers elected. Rev. J. S. Jackson, who was demoted as financial secretary a few months ago, did not get back to his old position; Rev. W. H. Goler, for many years president of Livingston College, succeeding him. Bishop James W. Hood and Chas. R. Harris, were the prelates retired. Revs. George C. Clement, W. L. Lee, L. W. Kyles, and R. B. Bruce were the new ones elected. The fight lasted four days. They were consecrated last Friday night. Bishop Clement was born December 23, 1871. He was licensed to preach in 1888 and joined the Western North Carolina Conference in 1892. He has been editor of the Star of Zion, the denominational organ since 1904, and since 1924 has served as manager of the denominational publishing house in Charlotte, N. C. taking the place of the late F. K. Bird. Bishop H. Blair Bruce is a native of Virginia. He was educated at the Bishop Payne Divinity School, Petersburg, Va., and is regarded as a classical scholar. For the past twenty years he has been editor of the Sunday School Literature of the denomination. Bishop Kyles was serving as editor of the A. M. E. Zion Quarterly Review at the time of his election. He received his education at Hampton Institute and Lincoln University. Bishop Lee is a native of Mississippi and has filled a number of important pastorates. He was pastoring at the Fleet Street Church, Brooklyn, N. Y., at the time of his election. The New General Officers. The newly elected general officers include Dr. W. H. Goler, financial secretary; Rev. J. Harvey Anderson, editor of the Star of Zion; Rev. J. W. Crockett, manager of the denominational publishing house; Rev. M. D. Lee, general secretary; Rev. J. W. Martin, secretary of education; Rev. J. Francis Lee, editor of Sunday School literature; John O. Dancy, secretary of church extension; Rev. C. C. Allenne editor of the A. M. E. Zion Quarterly Review; Rev. T. H. Wallace, editor of the Western Star of Zion; Proof J. W. Eichelberger, secretary of Sunday Schools; Prof. Aaron E. Brown, secretary of Varick Christian Endeavor; Rev. F. D. Douglass, general conference evangelist; Mrs. Randolph, president of the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society; Mrs. Annie WWW. Blackwell, of Philadelphia, corresponding secretary; George W. Clinton, of Charlotte, N. C. secretary of the Buds of Promise; Ida D. Smith, treasurer, and Rev. J. W. Wood, Secretary of Missions. Rev. J. Harvey Anderson is a native of Frederick, Md., and served in one of the Maryland regiments during the Civil War. He served as pastor of Pennsylvania Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church. Baltimore a few years ago. PETER H. ROBERT W. COLEMAN Graduate in Piano tuning at the Maryland Workshop for the Blind, and publisher of the Baltimore City Colored Directory. For the first time in the history of the State of Maryland, the blind and the sighted people of this city have stood side by side upon a platform in cooperation and fostering a common interest of brotherhood and the highest ideals, of citizenship. This was evidenced by a presentation to Hon. Harry S. Cummings, at a testimonial meeting at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church Friday evening by Mr. Robert W. Coleman, a representative of the colored blind. The token of respect was a pair of gold link cuff buttons. Mr. Coleman, who has been interested in the colored blind for the past three years said that he did not want the auspicious occasion to pass without their representation. The public in general is interested and in sympathy with Mr. Coleman's efforts to better the condition of the blind and will support any movement that he may bring forward toward that end. RO-AMERICAN EXCLUSIVELY FOR LADIES MME. KING'S HAIR DRESSING, MANICURING AND MASSAGE PARLORS PROVE IT FOR YOURSELF Send 25c. (stamps or coin) for a big can of Herolin. Agents wanted. Write today. HEROLIN MEDICINE CO., ATLANTA, GA. A. J. GRIFFIN'S UPWARD CLIMB PAID FOR OWN EDUCATION. Early Struggles and Subsequent Success of the Principal of the High Point (N. C.) Normal and Industrial School—Growth of Institution Founded by a New York Society. High Point, N. C.—North Carolina, like the other southern states, is contributing its part to the racial development. It has produced some strong, intellectual men, both in the professions and trades, and especially in the educational field. In the schoolroom is to be found Professor Alfred J. Griffin, principal of the High Point Normal and Industrial school, which is one of the best in the state. It is doing a fine work for the development and training of the young people. This institution was started in 1800 by the New York yearly meeting of Friends. At its head was the Rev. Frank H. Clark of Massachusetts, who was one of the men who desired to help the race by contributing their [Picture of a man in a suit and tie]. ALFRED J. GRIFFIN. services to the training of the boys and girls. He remained with the institution about four years and resigned to return to his home, having placed the institution on a good footing. At this point the board of trustees saw fit to call into service a member of our race in the person of Professor A. J. Griffin. He took charge of the work in July, 1807, and when it was announced in the fall that school was ready more applied than could be accommodated. Professor Griffin was born in Edgecomb county, N. C., and spent his early life, like most of the young men and boys, on the farm. It was soon after the close of the war. As soon as he was old enough he was placed in the country school by his parents, and it was soon discovered that he was a bright boy, capable of rapid advancement. After three years in the country school his parents sent him to the Tarboro high school. This was just twelve miles from his home, and he put his feet in the road and walked it. He would spend the week in Tarboro, but just as soon as school closed on Fridays he would start back home and remain until Sunday afternoon, and then he would walk back to school, bringing his food for the week with him. As soon as he was far enough advanced to teach a country school he taught in the summer, earning a little money, and by this means was able to enter St. Augustine's College Institute, Raleigh N. C. He remained in this school for five years, graduating in 1892 at the head of his class. It should be inspiring to the young people to know that Professor Griffin had a widowed mother, whose means were limited; hence he had to work his way through school. During his entire school life in St. Augustine he had few clothes, and he was kept busy patching them to make them last. When the time for his graduation came the other members of his class had new suits, and this young man had to have something new also, so he went to a nearby rag shop, bought a suit of clothes for $1.50 and paid a tailor $1.50 to trim them down this size. A pair of secondhand shoes from a secondhand store, and then from the same rag store he purchased some underclothes. The clothes were all new to him, even if they had been used before. Rigged in clothing that had been used before, this young man stood up, the valedictorian of his class. 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If then help is retrained then comes the weakening and undermining of the body and health and the man and women begin to pay the penalty of their indiscretion and excess whether in their work or pleasure, and experience that "dragged out" feeling and its associate ills—the dark rings around the dull eye, the loss of memory, dragging pains, emaciation, tired feeling, nervous, weak, dependent, loss of appetite, vitality and energy, wastings in urine from diseased special organs, blood infections; discharges from shrunken organs and swollen glands from excess or indiscretion, catarral diseases of all organs, kidney pain and bladder troubles, weak spells. Rev. W. T. Harris, who served for 45 years in active service as a minister in the Washington M. E. Conference, is seriously ill as a result of a paralytic stroke sustained at his home on West Lexington street, Monday night. The stroke, which is his second one affects, his right side. Rev. Joseph H. Robinson and wife of Washington, D. C., who were attending the General Conference of the A. M. E. Church in Philadelphia, were in the city for a while, and while here paid a visit to the Afro-American office. His son, Dr. W. E. H rris, is also confined to his bed, 1416 Jefferson street. He suffered an apopleptic stroke more than a year ago, and for a time was a patient at John Hopkins Hospital. Since then a growth has affected one of his eyes, and he is now regarded as being quite ill. Mrs. Lewis, of 2435 Etting street has moved to 1032 Argyle avenue. Mrs. R. C. Gross, of 1405 McElderry street was called to her home at Crisfield last Saturday to the funeral of her brother John Stewart who died in Philadelphia on May 18th. ROY S. BOND ROY S. BOND Attorney and Counsellor-At-Law Office: 238 Courtland Street Cor. Saratoga Street Practice in all the Courts Real Estate in all its Branches Residence 1411 Druid Hill avenue At home every night 7 until 9 o'clock Mr. and Mrs. Woods have returned home after spending a fortnight with Mrs. Woods' mother, Mrs. Harriett Swann at her home 1232 Druid Hill avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Jones have returned home from visiting her sister at Atlantic City. Mr. William Harris, of 2227 Etting street, a noted Elk, and chairman of the investigating committee of St. Mary's Male Beneficial Society, who has been seriously ill for the post six weeks, is able to take short walks. He desires to thank A. J. Mitchell, of Ames M. E. Church, and his many friends and brothers of the Lodge of Elks for their one hundred and twenty-five visits, and their liberal contributions during my illness. CLARKE L. SMITH Attorney and Counsellor at Law Office: 21 E. Saratoga St. Phone: St. Paul 2367 Residence: 1805 Drudl Hill Ave. Phone: Madison 4128 Y Practice in all Courts. H. M. Burkett DuBOIS CIRCLE CLOSES The DuBois Circle, an organization of the most prominent women of the city, held its closing session for the summer, at the residence of Mrs. R. G. Chissell, 1534 Druid Hill avenue, Wednesday evening. Mrs. William Anderson gave a review or the Circle's activities during the past year. Mr. Carrington L. Davis gave an interesting talk on the probable effects of the European war on the Negro, Dr. J. T. Jenifer, of Chicago gave some recollections of the past and Prof. J. W. Gregory of Washington made a brief talk. Miss Virginia Berry sang a solo and Mrs. B. M. Rhetta played a selection on the piano. Refreshments were served at the close of the meeting. Mrs. Minie L. Gaines is the president. Real Estate, Loan and Fire Real Estate, Loan and Fire Insurance ! In his New Office: 514 ST. PAUL STREET Above Franklin FOR SALE—Five three story houses in the 1000 block N. Carey street. Large house in 1200 block Argyle avenue. ANNUAL Memorial Service SUNDAY, JUNE 4TH, 1916, AT 2.30 P. M. The public is invited to worship with us. By order GEORGE A. WATTY, Grand Chancellor. JOSIAH DIGGS, Grand K. of R. and S. COLORED TRAINING SCHOOL Candidates for admission to the Colored Training School who are not graduates of the Colored High School of Baltimore, Md., may become eligible for admission to the first year by passing an academic examination in the following subjects: English, including grammar, composition and literature; history and civics, arithmetic, plane geometry, physics or botany or zoology, geography, physiology and hygiene. Candidates must make an average of 75 per cent., with no mark lower than 50 per cent. Circulars may be obtained from the office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Under Auspices of the Rosaline Sewing Circle and Columbus Fund Asson Music by the Marcato Orchestra, Prof. Eubie Blake, Leader Boat leaves Miller's Wheat, fct of Caroline St., at 8:00 P. M. Madison, Annie Jelly, and Charlotte Giles, Presidents Mestames Annie Joly and Charlotte Giles, Presidents TICKETS TO ALL - - - 25 CENTS GRAND MUSICALE BY THE FAMOUS LYRIC QUARTETTE At the Pennsylvania Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church MONDAY EVENING, MAY 29th, 1916, AT 8:30 P. M. ADMISSION (15 CENTS) QUARTETTE: Madime Arnie Hazelton Lee. Sceparo Madme Theresa B. Stewart, Constrailio Mr. Nelson Tunnall, Bartine Mr. Maurice Buller, Terror Prof. 1. Y. Johnson, Acccompanist Mr. Cornellius Monroe, Chairman REV. GEO. L. WHITE, D. D., PASTOR FIRST MOONLIGHT TO BROWN'S GROVE The First Moonlight to Brown's Grove will leave on the Steamer Starlight, under the auspices of THE HILL BROTHERS CO., on WEDNESDAY, MAY 31st. The Goldfield Orchestra with ten pieces. TICKETS 25c. Boat will leave Miller's Wharf, foot of Caroline street at 8.30 p. m. sharp. Shriner's Moonlight--June 22nd C. & P. J. Madison 3224 M James F. Hall Mt. Auburn Marble Co. Special Prices On All Church Work Interior And Exterior Work..... Monuments and Tombstones, Corner Posts and Curbing Cemetery Work. Marble Work of All Kinds. Mantles. Residence: 1216 Argyle Avenue THE STAR THEATRE MONUMENT STREET NEAR BOND BERRY & JOHNSON Singing, Dancing and Talking MONDAY, THE IRON CLAW Open 6 p. m. TUESDAY—The Strange Disappearance WEDNESDAY, Stingare Series No. 8 THURSDAY, Lubin Western FRIDAY, Who's Guilty? SATURDAY, Indian Picture Special Saturday Matinee at 2 P. M. Vaudeville and Motion Pictures ADMISSION 5 CENTS COMING: THE SECRET OF THE SUBMARINE BIG CHARITY ..AFTERNOON EXCURSION TO BROWN'S GROVE... FRIDAY, JUNE 2ND, 1916, 3 P. M. UNDER AUSPIGES OF THE MINERVA CIRCLE BOAT LEAVES MILLER'S WHARF AT 3 P. M. ONLY Lunch and Refreshments for Sale on Boat and Grove FARE ROUND TRIP 25 CENTS. Tickets on sale of members of the Circle: Mrs. J. A. B. Callis, President,2115 Druid Hill Ave.: Miss E. Fessenton, Vice Pres., 918 Cathedral St.: Miss Bertha Young, Sec., 134 Richmond street and Mrs. Wm. Marshall, Treas., 1632 Division street. MR. ERNEST PURVIANCE To BROWNS GROVE Boat Leaves At 6 o'clock sharp Kerr's and Blake's Orchestras Alternating. Saturday, May 27th, white Saturday June 3rd, Red Saturday, July 8th, Green Saturday, July 22, Lavender Saturday, July 29th Yellow Saturday, Aug. 5th, Brown Saturday, August 12th, Blue NOTICE! EVERYBODY RAG WITH US. NOTICE COME WITH UNCLE SAM'S BOYS TO GREENWOOD ELECTRIC PARK CATONSVILLE Tuesday, May 30th, 1916. (Decoration Day) MUSIC BY THE FAMOUS MARCATO ORCHESTRA : Under Personal Direction of, Prof. Eubie Blake Dancing from 6 to 11.30 P. M. ADMISSION 25 CENTS Take Ellicott City car and get off at Winters Avenue. CHAS. A. 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Try their High Brown FACE POWDERS It's 6ne 25 and 50 cents a box. We send goods by PARCEL POST to any part of the country. We invite you to deal FENNELL'S THE BUSY CORNER Druid Hill Ave. at Biddle St. Baltimore's Leading Colored Undertaker in Prices + JOHN H. OWENS UNDERTAKER @ EMBALMER Complete $73.00 FUNERALS $75.00. Complete A fine casket worth $65.00, in black cloth gray or white plush, highly polished ask or walnut outside case; beautiful rubber-tired hearns either black, gray or white, to match casket, as desired; five heated earriages, new and up-to-date; fine burial robe, embalming, opening grave advertise funeral, six pairs of gloves, door crepe, candles, candelabra, arsif when desired, rugs, chaii etc., all of the latest designs. This funeral cost elsewhere.....$136.00 My price $73.00.....$75.00 Saving you $61.00.....$63.00 Other Funerals as low as $25, $55, $40, $50. Higher Grade $100, $159, $175 Shipping Funerals, $25.00 and $60.00 Complete (222 Division St., bet. Dolphin and Lanvale. Madison 4067 PHONES Madison 1942-J Office Hours. 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. Sundays by Appointment Phone: Mad. 3620-Y Dr. B. F. BROWNE SURGEON DENTIST 1380 N. CAREY ST. Gas Administered Baltimore, Md. STARLIGHT STEAMER STARLIGHT & BROWN'S GROVE All persons desiring choice dates are hereby notified to make application at once. Do no: forget the usual demand for good order, No objectionable organization need apply for dates. No disorderly person need apply for passage. The management will reserve the right to reject all who have in the past proven to be in any way objectionable. 8 Fountain Baptist Church and SS 10 Independent A M E Church and SS 13 Centennial M. E. S.S. 15—John Wesley M. E. Church. 16 National Benefit Agents Club. 18 Matthews Church & S.S. 20 Brown Circle 24—Mt. Zion No. 4, 7 Wise Men 28 Silver Spring Social Daylights May 30—St. Peter Claver's Church. JUNE. 1 Phalanx Club 2—Minerva Embroidery Club 3—Merchant Club Walters' Associy 4 I O St Luke, No. 773 Lane Excelsior 5 Helping Hand Social of St. John A M ESS 6—Choral Symphony Oratorio Society 10—Fresh Air and Empty Stocking. 11 Dunnas Circle 12—Royal Mites Moonlight 15—Allen A. M. F. B. N 16—Perkins Square Baptist Church 17—Banner Lodge, No. 47, Good Hosp. 18—Mt. Nebo Lodge, 1806, G. U. O. O. 19—Provident Burying Society 20—Provident Benedictical Society of East Baito. Footnote 21: Calarca a 13 - El Champeau. 2 Columbia Fund Asso and Roseline Sewing Circle. 6- Enterprise Social, No. 1. 6- Original Tea Rose. 8- Colored Women's Industrial Exchange 12- Exxeburier No. 6, K. of P. 13- Syracuse Co., No. 10, K. of P. 14- St. John's Court, H. of J. 15- Isaac Myers Bible Class of Bother & 16- Jeremiah Relief Court, No. 5, E. of J. M. E. Church. 19- Bethel Drill Corps, Calanthe, K. of O. 20- International Musical Club Hiawata Association 22- Shriners. 23- Drill Corps, No. 9, O. F. 24- Mignon Corps. 25- Doctors' Coachmen Jr. Association. 26- Brown Circle. 27- Bellmen's Social 1—Fresh Air and Empty Stocking. 2—Imperial Association. 3—Furniture Men's Association. 4—Ladies' Aid of Metropolitan M. E. 5—Queen. 6—Aledonian Circle. 7—Peace and Pleasure Circle. 8—Asbury M. E. S. S. 9—Bobel A. M. E. S. S. 10—Proton Baptist 11—Proton Imperial Lady Board of Managers 12—Golden Crown Social No 1 13—Original Two Rose. 14—St. Mary's Household, No. 8, U. O. 3 Erikson Press Suite 4 —Empty Stocking and Usher's Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. 5 Morning Star Lodge No. 3, No. 6 6 Morning Star Lodge and Usher's Eureka Tabernacle No. 50, Moses 10-Builthill Marginal House Athletic An- St. Joseph's Pasture 17, G U O f Nazariz 10—The Lightermen Association. Bell Flowers Pleasure Club Cleff Club Nelly Nebula Lodge 136, G U O f OF Jolly Odd Fellows -Simms' Pickaninny Band. # AUGUST 1 Ebenezer A M E S S 2 St Peter Claver Com. 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