The Afro-American

German Agents Try To Start Rebellion Endeavor To Get Negroes of the South To Form an Uprising Against U. S. Government. Do Not Succeed. LOYAL IN SPITE OF DISCRIMINATION Colored Americans All Over Country Give Assurances of Their Support And Loyalty To The Flag BEST NEWS MOST NEWS MOST ADVS. VOL. XXV No. 33 German A To Star Endeavor To Get Neg Form an Uprising ernment. Do LOYAL IN SPITE OF Colored Americans A Assurances of T Loyalty To (Franklin F. Johnson) It is now over fifty years since the attacks of slavery were struck from the limbs of the 4,000,000 colored people then resident in this country. That group has grown to more than 10,000,000 now, has men and women in every profession and business and has amassed millions of dollars in property. That group—the most loyal in this country—is also the most prescribed against among the many composite elements that claim allegiance to the United States. Leaders of the race long have been watching the spread of democratic ideals all over the world; have rejected the propaganda to remove disabilities from Jews resident in other countries and have looked upon the Twentieth Century as the time for the abrogation of race lines in world affairs and the general spreading of the idea of brotherhood and a fitness not based upon the accident of race. Advanced thinkers along the line of the brotherhood of all races met in London a year or two before the European war began, and there exchanged ideas which they hoped would lead to the realization of their ideals. Thoughtful colored men and women in the United States have watched keenly the various developments in the European war. The recent triumph of people in Russia, especially the reported removal of the disabilities of the Jews there, was especially gratifying to them. They know also that Negro troops have aided France and England in the struggle against Germany. They know also that Germany protested against the deployment of colored troops by France and England on the ground that this is "a white man's war." The thinking colored men and women of this country have noted the various declarations made by President Wilson in favor of the rule of the people everywhere. They know that it has not applied to their race in this country, and that instead of the condition of the Negro improving in a one way during the Wilson regime, that it has been retarded. BACK MR. WILSON When Mr. Wilson went before Congress Monday and asked that a state of war be declared between the United States and Germany the hearts of the injured people beat in unison with their President. They noted, however, his declaration: "We are but one of the champions of the rights of mankind. We shall be satisfied when those rights have been made as secure as the faith and freedom of nations can make them." "Lotty sentiments," mused the colored people, as they contemplated the words but, "Does it mean us?" They have watched carefully the impressions being made for war, have insisted the recruiting for the Army and the Navy, and sorrowfully noted that seemingly, they are not in the reckoning. Their thoughts have gone back to the time when the South was so strenuously oppressing the Negro and abolished all Negro militia companies, evidently fearing that the oppressed would rise against their pressers. The colored people know that they have won recognition as soldiers, as only the recent event at Carrizal so frequently testifies. They know that they are loyal, for did not the recent call for troops bring out the First Separate Battalion of the District of Columbia to guard public property in Washington, the capital of the nation. As a result of this handicap under the colored people of this country suffer, German agents are alleged to be trying to make colored people sedicated. Germans are said to be in the south urging colorese people to "rebel" in account of many restrictions that they have to suffer. Mention is made of a conference at San Diego, Cal. in 1915 between Germans. Negroes and Germans, in which the aid of the colored people was sought, and an independent government in Texas promised as a reward. The conference at San Diego may have been held, but it has not reached the notice of influential colored men and women about the country. This is not denying that some have heard 1 of this supposed confidence of this supposed conference. Ten years ago, the proposal was made by Rev. Dr. Harvey Johnson, of Baltimore, that the United States government buy Texas and its improvements, and resell the same to Negroes for the establishment of a government of their own. PLEDGE LOTALTE The New York Tribune published a dispatch Wednesday from Greensboro, N. C., saying that German agents had been working among Negroes there. In its issue on Thursday it says that German agents have been working in New York among colored people, and publishes interviews with several well known colored people there. Thursday's article reads: "In a disgatch from Greensboro, N. C., yesterday, a staff correspondent of The Tribune gave the first information that had been published about the activities of German agents among the Negroes of the South. He told, among other things, of what the Negroes who knew of it call the "Plan of San Diego," a preposition scheme hatched at San Diego between German agents on one side and "professional" Negroes and Mexican revolutionists on the other. "It seemed almost wierd for belief. But corroboration has been obtained in this city from George W. Harris, editor of the New York News. Mr. Harris admitted yesterday that news of the San Diego plot had come to him through subterranean channels. The Negro leaders concerned it, he said, were not of the better class, but were malcontents and agitators who had succumbed easily to the wiles of Mexican and Japanese agents. The meeting was held in San Diego about two years ago. Mr. Harris said. Detailed plans were drawn up for the seizure of Texas and the erection there of a republic, in case the revolt against the United States proved successful. Mr. Harris was willing to discuss the situation frankly. "Agistors," he said. "have for some time been traveling through the South stirring up the Negroes against the white people. There is little doubt that a good many of them are in the pay of the Germans. Serious trouble has been narrowly averted at various places in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. There is also general discontent and unrest among the Negroes in the Southwest, particularly in Oklahoma and Texas. "The colored people generally do not believe they have been treated fairly since the Wilson administration has been in the saddle. No one would be more loyal than the Negroes if they were treated fairly. Their dissoyalty. If there is any, is not to the country or to the flag but so the Wilson Administration. "The Negroes do not believe they would get a square deal if they joined the army. They think they will be sacrificed at every turn. The plan for a Jim Crow training camp, segregating the Negroes has caused much bitterness. In the South, thousands of Negroes have been robbed of their suffrage by films subterfuge or intimidation. Life there has grown almost intolerable for them under the Democratic rule." "Although they are bitter against the Wilson Administration, the great mass of the colored people will be absolutely loyal to the United States in war" said Roy Nash, secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Slowness in recruiting he blamed on the attitude of the Administration, which he said, has made it plain that the colored man is not wanted in the Army. "There are now only four army regiments which are open to Negroes." he said. "Our association recently sent a letter to Franklin Lane, Secretary of the Interior, asking him to use his influence in having two new regiments of artillery and two of infantry opened to colored soldiers. If the army were open to Negroes on an equal basis they would flock to the colors." Work of the German agents, sowing the seeds of disaffection among the Negroes, has not been confined to the South. It was discovered yesterday that men in the pay of the imperial German government have been working for months in New York City to the same end. Grave Charges Against Priests Quite a sensation has been caused by allegations made by Mary Lilly against Rev. Charles A. Evers, pastor of St. Barnabas Catholic Church, and Rev. William Niewenhoff, a former assistant priest there. Niewenhoff, who is under indictment for the alleged choking of Mary Lilly, left sometime ago for parts unknown. There have been rumors afloat for months concerning the priest whose whereabouts are unknown. They started at the time when Mary Lilly vainly sought a warrant for the assistant priest, charging him with nearly choking her to death. She finally with the aid of influential people, had the case brought before the attention of the Grand Jury, and Niewenhoff was presented. During a legal fight to have one of her children removed from the care of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Mary Lilly, it is alleged, charged a priest with the paternity of the little one. A weekly paper published the allegations made by Mary Lilly last week, and the charges are now town talk. The woman was formerly a domestic in the priest home of St. Barnabas Church. Close friends of Father Evers refuse to place any credence in the allegations, and point to the fact that Mary Lilly admits having had two children by a colored man named Dorsey and claims to have another by a priest named St. Lawrence as a reason for believing that Father Evers would not be guilty of moral laxity with her. The child of which she claims the priest is responsible is now in the custody of Miss Violet Holmes, of 428 N. Pine street, Judge Soper having so deceived. This child, Mary claims, was a prize in a baby show at St. Barnabas Church two years ago. The two remaining children are still in the care of the St. Vincent dePaul Society. Mary Lilly has told her story so white and colored people all over the city, and has succeeded in getting some influential Protestants interested in her allegations. Father Evers is one of the best known pastors in the city, and is a member of the committee selected by Mayor Preston to study housing conditions among the colored people of the city. Father Evers was present at the various Leiten services at his church this week. CITY CLUB BAROQUETS New York, April 6—The second banquet of the Civic Club, a new organization of men and women interested in the Negro question, will take place next Tuesday night. The speakers will include Mrs. Addie Welts Stunton, of Brooklyn, and Dr. William Pickers, of Baltimore. Dr. Pickers will also be one of the speakers in the city-wide health campaign to be conquered under the auspices of the National League on Urban Conditions, April 25. FORM RED CROSS DIVISION Washington, Apr 6.—With a warlike atmosphere permeated things, women here are organized a unit to aid the American Red Cross in securing supplies for base hospitals. The new unit meets at Howard University on Saturday evenings. It was organized through the efforts of Miss Halie Queen, a Cornell graduate, who began her Red Cross work during the bubonic plague in Porto Rice several years ago. Miss Annie R. Parker was chosen steward of the unit. Miss Edna Brown treasurer and Miss Gladys Washington the chairman. The ladies are teachers in the university and Miss Washington is a former Baltimorean. Miss Esther Snackelford is student steward and Miss Cavessa Sawyerwhite student treasurer. So large a number have enrolled that student captains have been selected to lead small groups. SEGREGATION FAILS Samestown, N. Y. April 4—An attempt was made recently to have the Common Council pass a segregation law. A number of colored people recently came here to take positions with the Gurney Ball Bearing Company, and took up quarters on Briggs street. Thomas Maboney and others did not like their presence, and went before the Council to tell that body that Jamestown ought to prohibit colored people from coming here to live. Corporation Counsel Price informed the segregationists that he doubted both the wisdom and legality of such action. According to Arthur Kettle, a director in the Gurney Ball Bearing Company, the colored men were recommended by Tuskegee Institute. IMPROVE HOUSE CONDITIONS Chicago, April 5.—To meet the acute housing situation caused by the recent coming here of thousands of colored people from the South, leading colored men are behind a plan to buy up desirable flats between 31st and 33rd streets, and from State street to Cottage Grove avenue. The project calls for an outlay mounting into millions, and wealthy colored men and institutions in the South will aid in financing it. Chicago banks and financiers having refused, James Judson, of Wichita, Kans., and James Slocum, of Tulsa, Okla., were here recently to invest in choice property. Both are wealthy. Eugene F. Mann, president of the South State Street Business: Men's Association, is behind the prefect. Best Citizens For Training Camp New York, April 1—The success of Choirs Will Tell of the "Resurrection," in Song New York, April 1—The success of the Military Training Camp for Colored Officers, inaugurated by Dr. J. E. Spingarn, is now virtually assured. Nearly three hundred men from all over the country have already enrolled. All of them are graduates or undergraduates of colleges, high schools or normal schools. Every profession is represented, the ministry, law, medicine, dentistry, government positions, the National Guard, business, teaching, etc. A considerable number of college professors and one president are included. In fact, the men who have volunteered for this camp represent the very cream of the citizenship of this country, regardless of race, creed or color. The officers of the Eastern Department of the Army are now considering details of the camp, and unless all the training camps in the country are dropped because of the new war situation, this camp for the training of colored officers is a practical surety. It is likely to be held from the 5th of June to the 2nd of July at one of the forts or army posts along the Eastern coast. It is necessary that such a camp should be held near such a fort or post in order that a rifle range, quartermaster and ordinance stores, and other military necessities may be immediately available. It will be under the direction of officers of the regular army. There is no reason why at least 500 men should not go to this camp. All those desiring to join should immediately write to Dr. J. E. Spingarm. 9 West 73rd street, New York. No one over forty-five years of age is illigible, and graduates or undergraduates of high schools, normal schools and colleges are preferred. NEARLY $50,000 FOR SCHOOLS Montgomery, Ala., April 5. — According to a bulletin prepared by James L. Sibley, State agent for Negro schools, the colected people of 23 counties in Alabama gave $45.458.24 last year toward the maintenance of colored public schools. This sum, which was exclusive of the money allowed by the State, included $21,000 for new buildings. The report deals with counties where the James Fund Board employs supervisors. Through the colected people adding to the funds the employers of better teachers has been made possible. WANTS COLLEGIANIC SEAT Wilmington, Del., April 6.—James H. Sewell, of 1311 Walnut street, has announced himself as a candidate for the Republican nomination for City Council from the Sixth ward. He is well known here. Dr. John O. Hopkins is the present Councilman for the ward. TO LECTERE AT MORGAN Miss Martha Greening, who is collecting the anti-lynching fund being raised by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, was a visitor here Wednesday. She is expended to return here next week and will deliver a lecture at Morgan College. UNITY LODGE GIVES RECEPTION Annapolis, Md., April 5—More than five hundred persons attended the annual reception of Unity Lodge, No. 22 of the Knights of Pythias on Tuesday evening. The affair was held in the Assembly Rooms which was beautifully decorated with American flags, the emblems of the order, flowers and palms. These together with the handsome gowns worn by the ladies presented a scene of beauty never before surpassed in this city. The most noticeable among the handsomely gowned women were Mrs. John Norwood, Mrs. Florence Jones, of Santiago and Mrs. Mattie Hennesan. From early evening until midnight the guests danced to the strains of music furnished by the Naval Academy Orchestra. A buffet luncheon was then served, after which dancing was resumed until the early hours of the morning. Grand Chancellor George A. Watty and a party of Baltimoreans were on hand to do honor to the occasion. The others in the Baltimore party were General Lewis E. Williams, Captain Charles Johnson, Sergeant William Conyer. Corporal Milton Robinson, Mrs. Catherine Burton, grand worthy counselor, Mrs. Elizabeth White, Mrs. Agnes Garrett and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Tolson. The committee of arrangements for the function was as follows: J. D. Smith, chancellor commander of the lodge: George Matthews, Dr. Thomas. Harry Cole. Charles Wright, Sidney Taylor and Charles Brown. BALTIMOREANS ARE PATRIOTIC There is considerable patriotic sentiment among the colored people of Baltimore. A number applied for enlistment in the First Separate Company this week, and there some beaming the fact that they cannot enlist in the Navy unless they want to confine themselves to the mess service. Louis H. Davenport has written a letter to Governor Harrington asking that he recruit a colored regiment. Samuel H. West, a buyer of old papers and books, living at 226 Outerbein street, has offered Uncle Sam the use of his team should the necessity arise. West started business a few months ago and was only recently able to buy a horse and wagon. Beautiful Services Of Song and Praise at all Churches Will Commemorate The Glorious Occasion Of The Saviour's Resurrection COMPOSERS' BEST WORKS TO BE RENDERED "Benedictus", "Galilean Thou Hast Conquered" "Te Deum", "Christ our Passover", and "Golgotha", a Few of The Selections The Easter spirit is already here and the Christian world will observe the return of the Christ from the tomb. That "He is Risen" will be the keynote of services at the various churches Sunday and special music will give vim to the joyousness of the supreme event. The Lenten period, which precedes Easter, is one of the most solemn in the year, and from its beginning until its end the spirit that makes for humility, better lives and the exemplification of the life of Christ abounds The services in local churches this Sunday will breathe of the Easter spirit, and sermons will deal with the risen Christ and His mission. The music in Baltimore churches has grown more beautiful as years go by, and the offerings this year embrace many of the best compositions. An especially attractive musical program has been arranged, for the Sunday morning service at St. Barnabas Catholic Church by Mme. Thresa Stewart, the directress and Miss Deane Chambers, organist as follows: Processional, "Onward Christian Soldiers"; Mercardanta's Mass in D with will orchestral accompaniment; "Kyrie," "Gloria," "Credo," Sanctus; "Beadictus," "Angus Dei"; offertorium, "Regius Coeli," by Giorgi; "Jesu Dei Vivl," Rossini, and "Tantum Ergo" Marzo. Recessional, "March Triumphant." The soloists will be Mrs. Ella Hagan, soprano; Miss Genevieve Williams, contralto; Mr. Howard Tolson, tenor, and Mr. Nelson Tunstall, bairtone. At St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church the choir under the direction of Mr. J. Francis Holland will render the following program: "Vid Aquan"; Gregorian Mass in D. La Jea; "Regina Coelin." Victor Hamerick: "War March of the Priests from Athalia." Mendelsohn. The choir of Sharp street church, regarded by many, as the best in the city, will render three special numbers in the morning, with Mrs. Lillian Dolman Weaver as soloist. The numbers are: "Galilean, Thou Hast Conquered." Aafam Gelibel "If We Believe." J. Lincoln Hall "Thanks be to God." Maskell Mme. Annie Hazelton Lee will direct. Special Music at St. James At St. James Protestant Episcopal Church, the choir under the direction of Dr. O. D. Jones, will render the following special program: *Te Deum* Dudley Buck *Jubilatum* Schilling *Saint John's Mass* St. Cecilia's Mass Offertory "Christ is risen" The soloists will be Miss Cecie B. Coombs, Mr. Thomas Smith. Miss Flor ence Brown and Mr. Leroy Davage. At Trinity A. M. E. Church, the choir under the direction of Mme. Maud Gross, will render the following- program: "Lo, the Glorious Dawn" Layton "Come See the Place" Danks "Christ Our Passover" Macy "Gloria" Mogar Layton Danks Macy Mozar Handel "Hallelujah" Handel At the Madison Street Presbyterian Church, special music will be rendered at the morning service and in the afternoon at 4.15 there will be an organ recital. Miss Asaneth V. Lawson, one of the most promising young organisers in the city, will be the soloist. At Ebenezer A. M. E. Church the choir will render "Christ our Passover" and Miss Gertrude Hill will sing "Golgotha." The organist, Mr. Thos. Mitchell, will give several voluntaries. Mr. Charles Henry is director of the choir. At Waters A. M. E. Church the choir under the direction of Mr. J. E. Fisher will render the following program: "Break Forth" in B Robertson Miss Eulalia Weingust, soloist. "In the End of the Sabbath" Judson Soloist, Mrs. Nellie Giles Boyd "Christ the Lord is Risen today" M. L. McPhail "The Lord is Risen Today" Billings At Ames Memorial M. E. Church, the following selections under the direction of Miss Smith, will be rendered. Processional "Resurrection" Holden Mrs. Maggie Boyd, soloist "Inflammatus" Rossini Mrs. Etta Hill, soprano "Bright Easter Morn" Kirkpatric Recessional St. Kelvin, anthem Sullivan Tell of the Song," in Song g and Praise at all Churches The Glorious Occasion ur's Resurrection WORKS TO BE RENDERED Thou Hast Conquered' st our Passover", and w of The Selections The choir of Grace Presbyterian Church under the direction of Mrs. Eulalia Reid Fortune will render the Easter cantata "The Lord of Love and Light" at the morning service. A special choral mass will be sung at St. Mary's Protestant Episcopal Church Sunday morning at 5 o'clock. The following is the program, which is under the direction of Miss Margaret Hurst, organist: Concert Sonata No. 3, C minor Processional, Hymn 113 Kyrie Farmer Qutroit 116 Gradual 117 "Easter Triumph" Geibel "Come Ye Faithful" Stultz "Sanctus," "Credo," "Benedictus" Farmer "Agmus Dei" Farmer Gloria from 3rd Mass "Seven Pold Amen" Stainer Recessional 121 "Easter Morn" Walling $40,000 FOR NEW HOSPITAL Durham, N. C., April 6.—As a monument to the antebellum colored man, James B. and Benjamin N. Duke, millionaire tobacco manufacturer, have pledged $40,000 toward the erection of a new hospital for the colored people of this section. George W. Watts and John Sprunt-Hill gave $6,000 between them. A site has been purchased for $8,500 outside of the corporate limits of the city. A two-story structure will be erected with accommodations for at least 60 patients. The Messrs. Duke have been very liberal in their gifts to colored institutions. STORER COLLEGE WINS DEBATE Storer College defeated the preparatory department of Morgan College in the annual declamation contest at Whatcoat M. E. Church last Friday night. The Morganites are not cast down over their defeat, however, but claim that Storer put a "finger" in on them as Raymond McNeal, the first prize winner, was graduated last year. Miss Sarah Isabelle Street captured the second award. The Morgan College representatives were: Miss Rosa Lee Brown, Miss Ellen Katharine Mills, Houston R. Jackson and John Francis Monroe. The Morgan College Glee Club furnished music. WEDDING ANOUNCED Annapolis. Md., April 1—Mr. and Mrs. Henry Valentine wish to announce the marriage of their daughter, Eva Catherine, to Mr. Percy Clarence Cole, of Birmingham, Ala., on Wednesday evening. April 4th by Rev. Bragr, at the rectory of St. James P. E. Church, Baltimore, Md. A SUCCESSELL MUSICAL The musical rendered by the Symphonia Musical Association Concert Orchestra. Mr. Ambrose Briscoe, director, for the benefit of Waters A. M. E. Church. Aisquith street near Jefferson, last Sunday evening, was a great success. The church was packed to the doors. The rendition of the numbers, expression and technic showed that the thirty musicians were thoroughly under the control of the director. A bright future is predicted for the orchestra. It is the aim of Director Briscoe to have an orchestra of fifty musicians which will be the pride of the race in this city. The instrumentation is similar to the Chel Club of New York, consisting of regular orchestral instruments in addition to a mandolin orchestra. All young men interested in these instruments would do well to affiliate themselves with the orchestra. Meetings are held every Wednesday evening at the Plaza Hall, St. Marys and McCulloh streets ANDERSON WINS Chicago. April 5.—By a plurality of more than 2,000. Louis B. Anderson, assistant Corporation Counsel, was elected Alderman from the Second Ward. He will succeed Oscar DePriest. Special Exerciese At Bethel A. M. E. Church SUNDAY, APRIL 8th, 1917 11 a.m. Special Easter Sermon. Echo meeting of the Great Revival. All converts and those helped by Dr. Adams invited. Hear the large choir. 8 p.m. Sermon and Song Service by the the Gospel Choir. Annual Rally. Day for Conference Claims. All members are respectfully urged to do their DUTY. Dr. J. H. Tompkins; secretary Board of Trustees; Arthur Lengford, secretary Board of Stewards; Howard E. Young, secretary Finance Committee. Rev. J. W. Sanders, Pastor. The Board of Directors of Moses Hall held their 14th anniversary and luncheon at their hall. 609 N. Eutau street Friday. March 30, 1917. It was indeed a beneficial and intellectual affair as all of the leading topics of the day were ably discussed by some of the leading men of the city. Gathered at the fessal board as our honored guest were: Rev. Dr. Ernest Lyon. Rev. M. J. Naylor. Rev. R. W. S. Thomas. Rev. Frank Williams and Rev. R. L. Diggs. Mr. J. M. Allen and Mr. Augins. Mr. L. H. Davenport was chosen to toastmaster and introduced the following speakers: Rev. Ernest Lyon. "The War," among many things he said, "I am opposed to Germany because she looks on Negroes and the United States is right. And at the end of every two thousand years is a period, and something great always happens, and from this war will come blessings for the Negro. We ought to buy all the land we can because it is power." Rev. Diggs. "Why do the Educated of our Race Hold Themselves Aloft from Such Asms as Our?" Mr. Augins. "The Societies." Rev. M. J. Naylor. "Why the Average Pastor does not tell our People to Patronize Negro Business Men." To which he plead not guilty. Rev. Williams not being given a subject, played the part of criefe of the former speakers. Rev. Thomas. "Are We in Danger of Germany Flooding this Country with Submarines which are Most Dangerous?" J. M. Allen. "How to Amalgamate all the Societies of the City." Rev. Lyon proposed a tour to the chief executive of the United States. "America" was sung, all standing around the festal board. Short historical talks were made by J. H. Bailey and J. M. Seward, also by Grand Master. Sol. A. Bond, A. A. Spriggs, Dennis Hall, Wm. A. Poane, Wm. Lively, Lillie Jones, J. M. Seward, J. H. Bailey, Abraham Briscoe, Thos. Kelson, L. H. Davenport, board of directors. Hon. C. C. Fitzgerald, councillor. FILES TO ATTEND CHURCH The annual memorial services of Monumental Lodge of Elks will be held at Ames Memorial M. E. Church, Carey and Baker streets, this Sunday evening. A special musical program will be rendered and addresses will be delivered by Exalted Iuler Thomas H. Buckingham, and Rev. James S. Chapman, of Washington, William Smith will read Bryant's "Thanatopsis." The invocation will be by Samuel T. Hemsley, chaplain of the lodge, and the benediction by Rev. A. J. Mitchell. The members who died during the year are: Henry Brooks, Perry Boone, Samuel Barney, C. Theophilus Dorsely, Robert A. Elliott, Howard Morton, Piley Reeves, Alfred Thomas, John Minskey, Harry Smith, Joseph Stewart and Jesse Springs. WAITERS' UNION LOCAL 830 The Colored Waiters' Union Local S36. a body of men recently organized and affiliated with the American Federation of Labor, out of a feeling of genuine altruism and racial uplift has placed into the field of competition a beautiful silver loving cup which doubtless many have seen on display at Pennell's drug store. This cup is to be given to the person who submits the greatest amount of evidence of having patronized different colored business enterprises from January 1st to October 1917. This evidence, consisting of receipts, bills, checks, vouches and other proofs of racial patronage, must be placed into the hands of the Waiters' Union Local S36 between October 1 and 15. The person whose proof shows that he has spent the most money among his own racial enterprises will win the handsome silver loving cup, known as the Racial Patronage Cup. This noble body of big hearted men feel that something must be done to stimulate a greater union, cooperation and racial patronage in the great crisis which now confronts our race and for this reason the beautiful silver cup is to be given away. The arousing of a stronger racial spirit will help us in many ways, especially in promoting our best economic welfare. We hope that all will join in this good movement for racial advancement. Already great interest is being manifested in the cup and we hope that between October 1 and 15 many will enroll themselves in the contest. This handsome cup, properly engraved and inscribed will be a fitting tribute to any race loving citizen. THE COUNTRY IN ERIEF N. E. Dodson, of Brooklyn. N. Y., well known newspaper man, is able to be out after a brief illness. Dr. and Mrs. I. Gariand Penn. of Cincinnati, announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Georgia Penn. to Mr. Leroy E. Williams, of Little Rock, Ark. The wedding will take place on June 20. J. T. T. Warren, prominent in the Knights of Fythians, is being urged for commissioner under the new commission form of government for Hot Springs, Ark. William Porter, colored, a former investigator in the District Attorney's office has been indicted on a charge that he induced Joseph Davis, a witness against Aldermor Osseur Delpest briberaker, to leave the city. A campaign to raise at least $1,000 for the Colored Y. W. C. A. of Indianapolis is in progress. Miss Cora W. Wilkes, of Springfield, Mass., has given to St. John's Church, that city, five acres and a bungalow as temporary site for an aged men and women's home. The home will be named after the doner, who is a well known caterer. A colored man named Webb, of Bradentown, Fla., has invented a plow that will remove palmetto roots. The remodeled Colored Odd Fellows' Hall, at Wilmington, Del., was formally reopened Thursday evening of last week. TEACHERS MEET Selma, Ala., April 6.—The annual meeting of the Alabama Colored State Teachers' Association, which opened here Wednesday, attracted teachers from all parts of the State. The invited speakers included: Julius Rosenwald, William G. Willcox, New York; Charles H. Moore, North Carolina; Dr. James H. Dillard, W. T. B. Williams, Jackson Davis, Dr. George E. Haynes, Nashville; Dr. R. R. Moton, Mrs. Booker, T. Washington, Governor Henderson and Prof. William F. Fagan. JOHNSON—In loving memory of my dear mother, Harriet D. Johnson, who departed this life six months ago, October 10, 1816. Mother dear, you had to leave me And the one I loved so well But the way my mother suffered None but God above can tell. Her daughter, Julia remembrance of my dear husband, Rev. C. C. Wheatley, who departed this life four years ago. April 3, 1914. My heart in deep sorrow returns to the day As memory recalls how death bore you away We loved you well but God loved you best. By his wife, P. H. Wheatley and daughter, Maggie Cromwell. CROWNER—In sad but lovin' remembrance of my dear daughter, Mary Crowner, who departed this life one year ago. April 2, 1916. Home is sad. O God how dreary. Lonesome, lonesome, every spot. Listening for the voice of daughter Silent for we hear her not. I can never forget you daughter While in the world I stay When the form of death overcomes me Meet me dear daughter on my way. Gone but not forgotten JONES—In sad and loving remembrance of Louisa E. Jones, who departed this life. April 2, 1916. But God knows how we loved her. And the white, white sand has tucked her in. Like a robe of heaven's own weaving. Secure from touch of pain or sin. Yet God knows how we're grieving. The sweet bud's safe from the winter's chill. And all that might oppress her. For her life's storms are hushed and still. But always we shall miss her. We thought from death she was afar. And long would stay here with us We little dreamed that gates ajar Were waiting to receive her. The Shepherd's voice has called her home. To be with Him forever: She rests beyond the chilling foam. That flocks the silent river. Now you fair country soons more near the dark stream less forbidding. God haste the day when we with her shall all be there abiding. WHITING—In sad but loving memory of my dear husband, Lewis Whiting, who departed this life nine years ago today. Gone but not forgotten Nor will you ever be For as long as life and memory last I will always think of thee. How hard I tried to save you But God's will must be done But my heart is sad and lonely In this cold world below Often I sit and thing of you When none but God is near By his loving wife, Ida M. Whiting DRUMMOX—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, who departed this life April, 1516. John A. Drummon. Loved in life, in death remembered When I see my precious husband Whom I attended with such care Slowly falling from my presence How my heart aches with dispair. Sleep on dear husband and take your rest God called you home He knew best He saw your suffering here so great And opened wide the golden gates. WILLIAMS—In loving remembrance of L. J. Williams, who departed this life five years ago today, in Winston-Salem, N. C. Thou art gone, but not forgotten. We well know the place you filled: Though five years have lapsed in sad ness. Memories, sweet are lingering still. Jesus Savior, Shepherd, Friend. It is to Thee we would draw near. Thou are Husband to the widow And father to the children dear. By his devoted widow. Susan F. Williams and Children ADAMS—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband and father, William W. Adams, who departed this life five years ago, April 3, 1912. Gone but not forgotten Gone in life, in death remembered. Loved in life, daughter and grand children GLADDEN—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear mother, Clementine Gladden, and dear wife, Martha Ann Gladden, who departed this life three years ago. Gone but not forgotten Dear wife and mother, I am so lonely tonight When I think of the sad hour that you departed this life. departing this time. But I firmly resolve with the help of Thy grace. To meet you both in heaven face to face. By husband and son. Jesse J. Gladden Just three years ago grandma, we laid you to rest And folded your cold hands upon your breast In silence you suffered, in patience you lore. Until God called you home to suffer no more. By her grand sons, Arthur J. Frank E., Maj. Chas. E. Gladden AN APPEAL This paper is more than a newspaper. In fact any good newspaper is more than a newspaper as people take newspapers today. It not only gives you the news, but it tells you how to better your conditions, thus being a public benefactor. 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The Leading Life Insurance Company in Maryland Life Insurance Policies issued on ages from 2 to 79 Premiums collected weekly from the homes of the insured Issues The Best Contracts The Old Reliable Makes the Hair Long, gives control of it and purifies the scalp. One 25-cent can will convince you. Scientifically prepared at YOUNG'S PHARMACY Druid Hill Ave. and Hoffman St. CHESAPEAKE STEAMSHIP COMPANY YORK RIVER LINE Between Baltimore, York River Landings and Richmond Daily except Sunday Fares—First class $2.50 one way, $4.50 round trip. $2.00 Second Class All staterooms containing two berths. $1.25 CHESAPEAKE LINE between Baltimore, Norfolk Portsmouth and Old Point. Daily including Sunday Fares—First class $3.00 one way, $6.00 Round Trip. $2.00 second class MRS. MARY E. ROY Formerly of Athens to Wildwood, New York Lodging. First Class table. ..M. TREAT SUPERIOR HAIR ..PRINCESS CO. To be used by modern Hair to a HAIR Unequalled for softening and beautifying need to be from all injurious chemicals and Ladies and children. DIRECTION...Rub thoroughly into the Hair Dressing in the Larges Boxes, 25c. Single Box, 15c. Ordered by mail, 40c. Druggist and Notion Stores should keep the exact store for it or write direct to Price of Princess Comb, Directions to be used M TREAT Wholesale Manufacturers 1131 E. Baltimore Street 1229 E Street, N. W. PHONE ..East Indian H 1413 Pennsylvania merly of Atlantic City, has R Elwood, New Jersey. Board First Class Service. Rates Formerly of Atlantic City, has Removed to Wildwood, New Jersey. Boarding and Lodging. First Class Service. Rates reasonable. M TREAGOR & SONS SUPERIOR HAIRDRESSING ACCESS COMB AND HEAD be used by modern Ladies and Children to dress to Hair to any stylish fashion. HAIR FOOD For softening and beautifying the hair and promotes a luxurious injurious chemicals and should be used as the most proper Rub thoroughly into the hair and comb hair to suit style. Price Hair Dressing in the known original red box: 25c. Single Box, 15c. Orders by mail, 25c. Medium red ticket. Action Stores should keep this Superior Hair Dressing in stock, more for it or write direct to us. Price for wholesale sent on appl Princess Comb, $1.00 Heater 50 directions to be used will be mailed with every order M TREAGOR & SONS The Manufacturers of Perfumeries and Toilet Altimore Street, Baltimore Street, N. W. Washington ..M. TREAGOR & SON. SUPERIOR HAIRDRESSING ..PRINCESS COMB AND HEATER To be used by modern Ladies and Children to dress the Hair to any stylish fashion. HAIR FOOD Unequalled for softening and beautifying the hair and promotes a luxurious growth, guarana teed to be from all injurious chemicals and should be used as the most proper Hair Dressing for Ladies and children. DIRECTION: Rub thoroughly into the hair and comb hair to suit style. Prices of Superior Hair Dressing in the known original red boxes: Larges Boxes, 25c. Single Box, 15c. Orders by mail, 25c. Medium red tin 15c. Single Ordered by mail, 40c. Druggust and Notion Stores should keep this Superior Hair Dressing in stock. Please ask next store for it or write direct to us. Price for wholesale sent on application. Wholesale Manufacturers of Perfumeries and Toilet Articles 1131 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, M. 1229 E Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. PHONE: MADISON 2378 J Indian Hair Pomade 3 Pennsylvania Ave. Baltimore, ```markdown ``` Send all orders to 1511 Pennsylvania A EAST INDIAN IS Graduate of New Licensed by State I Dr. Mae SURGEON 1516 Presstman Street, (FORMERLY Corns, Bunions, and Ingrowing Limited to Gout, Up-to-Date, Appliances. DROP M OFFICE HOURS: 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. Send all orders to 1511 Pennsylvania Ave. Baltimore, Md. Please mention this paper. EAST INDIAN HAIRPAIR COMPANY to 1511 Pennsylvania Ave. Baltimore, Md. Please mention EAST INDIAN HAIRPOMADE COMPANY Graduate or New York School of Chiropody Licensed by State Board of Chiropody Examiners Dr. Mark O. Fax SURGEON CHIROPODIST resstman Street, bet. Stricker and Gilmore (FORMERLY 1156 CALHOUN ST.) ions, and Ingrowing Nails Treated. Painless Method Limited to Gout, Bromidrosis and Rheumatism. Appliances. Visits. DROP ME A POSTAL RS: 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. AND BY APP Graduate of New York School of Chiropody Corns, Bunions, and Ingrowing Nails Treated. Painless Method. Practice Limited to Gout, Bromidrosis and Rheumatism. Up-to-Date, Appliances. Visits. Advice Free. Arthur L. Macbeth Studio: 1030 Penna. Ave. Baltimore FIRST CLASS PHOTOS SUNSHINE OR CLOUDY THE WORK GIRLS ON Hours: 9 A. M. to 6 P. M. DAILY Sundays by Appointment Thursday and Saturday Evenings until Ten If you have Beauty We TAKE it If you have none we MAKE it PHONE, MT. VERNON, 1164 W. THE LIFE INSURANCE CO. WROBRIDGE, President Charles & Saratoga Sts., Baltimore, Mo. Insurance Company in Maryland cies issued on ages from 2 to 79 weekly from the homes of the insured The Best Contracts The Old Reliable Is Hair Food It gives control of it and purifies the percent can will convince you. Sirifically prepared at YOUNG'S PHARMACY Druid Hill Ave. and Hoffman St. STEAMSHIP COMPANY RIVER LINE New York River Landings and Richmond daily except Sunday a way, $4.50 round trip. $2.00 Second Class is containing two berths. $1.25 between Baltimore, Norfolk Portsmouth and Old Point. daily including Sunday a way, $6.00 Round Trip. $2.00 second class Atlantic City, has Removed New Jersey. Boarding and Pass Service. Rates reason Bell Phone: 266-J MAGOR & SON. FOR HAIRDRESSING BOMB AND HEATER For Ladies and Children to dress the on any stylish fashion. HAIR FOOD Affixing the hair and promotes a luxurious growth, guarage and should be used as the most proper Hair Dressing for the hair and comb hair to suit style. Prices of Superior in the known original red boxes: Orders by mail, 25c. Medium red tin 10x5½in. In this Superior Hair Dressing in stock. Please ask rect to us. Price for wholesale sent on application. Lab, $1.00 Heater 50c. Extra Red will be mailed with every order MAGOR & SONS Parts of Perfumeries and Toilet Articles Boot, Baltimore, M. Washington, D. C. Hair Pomade Co.onia Ave. Baltimore, Md. The Old East Indian Hair Treatments are going in every city, village and town in this country. We are supplying agents everywhere. Hair Dressing, Drusstors's Beauty and the greatest remedies on the market for the Hair. Over 10,000 Pomaches sold in Baltimore close every month, besides Tonies and Shampoos. Our Sites are steadily increasing, every day. We do not have to say much about them as people do the talking and the hair and they follow the example of other women. Use a good Treatment, one that is Harmless, one that you can depend on for the growth of the hair and cleaning the scalp. One that has been aided by others and yet exist, while others go down. A small size Pomade will convince you that you can get them for you, any hair dressing or beauty parlor. And we are also opening up a first class Hairdressing and Beauty Parlor with the very best hair dressers in after dance and we would be glad to have our many partners in a trial and to have them in our trial and will certainly satisfy them, or money refunded. We are no heaper than others. Our aim is to give good service. Call any time after Friday 9th of October. No orders sent out less than $1.00 as we do not have the time to small orders. Small Size Pomade is sent to mail $1.55 money is sent with the order. Agents want everywhere. Chance to make money, ready sellers. A little money will start you. New York School of Chiropody State Board of Chiropody Examiners Mark O. Fax ON CHIROPODIST bet. bet. Stricker and Gilmor Sts. (PLY 1156 CALHOUN ST.) Nails Treated. Painless Method. Practice Bromidrosis and Rheumatism. Visits. Advice Free. P ME A POSTAL AND BY APPOINTMENT THE ..STATE CORRESPONDENCE.. LONGGREEN NOTES Longgreen, Md. April 5 —Sunday was Beech Day at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Rev. W. T. Brown, the pastor, preached in the morning and at night he administered the Lord Supper. Mrs. Violet Whyte, of Baltimore, worshipped at Mr. Zion A. M. E. Church on last Sunday and made a short address on temperance. She was also the dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Bouldin. Rev. W. T. Brown christened the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Bouldin on last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wheatley, of Kidgsey, Md. visited Mr. and Mrs. Grafton Quickley on last Sunday, the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Bouldin, entertained Mr. and Mrs. John Cromwell, Sr. and Rev. Brown at dinner on last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes entertained Mrs. Jane Ayers and Mrs. L. J. Pennington at dinner on last Sunday. The chocolate sip and community supper given on last Wednesday and Friday nights for the benefit of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church was a success. Mrs. Eliza Bell is on the sick list. CROOM HAPPENINGS Croom, Md., April 5.—Mr. James Ford, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Wesley Ford, of Nottingham, died of pneumonia and was buried at Brook's M. E. Church. The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Spencer was buried at St. Mary's M. E. Church. Mr. John T. Henson is attending the races at Bowle. Miss Hannah Douglass has returned after a few days in Washington. Miss Douglass is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Douglass, Mr. Arthur Greenleaf, of Washington, is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Greenleaf. Mrs. Mamie Cheswie visited Mrs. Thomas Wilson, of Maribor last week. Mrs. William Brooks is visiting in Washington, Mrs. Alice Henry and Miss Rachel spent Sunday in Fairmount Heights on business the early part of last week. Mr. Emory Coles of Holly Grove School, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Chew. MR. GRAYSON LARKINS DEAD Frederick, Md. April 5 — Mr. Grayson Larkins, an esteemed citizen of this city, died at his residence on Leont street Wednesday, March 29th and was bured Friday. The funeral services were held in Asbury M. E. Church in which he had been a member for twenty-one years. A wife, three children and six brothers and sisters survive. The officers and members of Asbury M. E. Church tendered a reception to their pastor, Rev. W. A. English and his wife on their return from conference. Several addresses were made by representatives of the different boards. Rev. J. G. Bryant of the Quinn A. M. E. Church, and his wife were present. Palm Sunday was observed at Asbury Church, a distribution of palm at the close of the morning service. A consecration service was held at night for newly elected officers of the church. ANNAPOLIS NEWS Annapolis, Md., April 5.—Rev. Jas A. Briscoe, who has done good work as pastor of Mt. Morikh A. M. E. Church, is about ready for conference and his congregation and friends wish his return very much. Rev. E. S. Williams preached Sunday afternoon at Parole to a large congregation. It was rally day at Rev. D. G. Beckett's church. Prof. Walter Spriggs, of Mammassau, Pa., is visiting his brother, Mr. Harry E. Spriggs, who has been very ill. Mr. Lloyd Carter, who has been ill in the Government Hospital, is out again. Palm Sunday services were well attended in all of the churches. Miss Polly McInoid was buried from Mt. Morikh Church Sunday. Rev. Briscoe conducted the service. Mrs. Pauline Booth and children of Norfolk, Va., are visiting her mother, Mrs. Coutes of Eastport, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tolson, of Baltimore, were entertained Monday evening by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Baden. Those present were Mrs. Martha Hughes, Miss Mattie Hennigan, Miss Lizzie Baden and Mr. John King. Mrs. Elizabeth Boston, who has been very sick, is improving. DAISY HAPPENINGS Daisy, Md. April 5 — Mrs. Maria Johnson was the guest of Mrs. Hattie Dorsy Sunday, Mr. Henry Prettyman, of Baltimore, is visiting here. Mrs. Elizabeth Washington, of Woodstock, visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Parker, last week. Mrs. Annie Shearn, of Glenwood, visited Mrs. Mary Dorsy recently. Mr. Lewis Crawford, of Frederick, is spending a few days here. Mr. and Mrs. Littleton Harriday and company, of Baltimore, motored to Daisy Saturday night and attended the concert which was very successful. Mrs. Anna Ishwood, widow of Author Ishwood, disposed of her personal property at public auction on Monday. Mrs. Ishwood has rented her farm and will make her future home in Baltimore. The Ladies' Aid Society will give an apron and necktie social on April 14. Mr. Eugene Prather, of Galithersburg, was in this section Sunday evening. Mrs. Benjamin Williams, of Watersville, died last Saturday after an illness of several weeks. PRINCESS ANNE NOTES Princess Anne Md. April 5—Rov. L. U. King preached to a crowded house on Sunday morning, this being his last sermon for the conference year. Dr. H. A. Cuff's mother, of Wilmington, Delaware, is spending sometime with him. Dr. Watters, president of Gammon Theological Seminary, visited Princess Anne Academy Tuesday, Capt. E. H. Wilson, of Pairmont. Md., accompanied by a few friends, motored to Princess Anne Sunday. While here he was the guest of Mr. H. W. Jones, Mrs. D. J. Pinkett, who has been spending sometime at Galena. Md., has returned home. Messrs. George King, William King and John Tilchman, who spent the winter in Pittsburgh, have returned home. Messrs. H. W. Jones and H. S. Wilson left for the conference at Berlin Thursday. Mr. Fortune Woofford died at the home of his daughter on Tuesday morning. Miss Griselda Roberts was taken to Salisbury Hospital where she had to undego an operation. DENTON HAPPENINGS Denton, Md., April 5.—Rev. George W. Bailey filled the pulpit at Bethel A. M. E. Church on last Sunday morning. 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Home of the Choicest Root and Herb Remedies Known to "Medical Botany." 924 Pennsylvania Avenue OPEN 11 A. M. TILL 10 P. M. SATURDAYS TILL 11 P. M. palms to get the required demands for his conference claims. Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Bailey and Mrs. Adeline Lewis motored over to Thomastown. Md. last Sunday afternoon. While there they attended the funeral of Mrs. Henrietta Adams. Mr. Randolph Pritchett has been appointed organist of the A. C. E. L. of Bethel Church. Mr. Wm. Truxon has accepted a position in New York. Miss Helena Fountain is improving from a recent attack of grip. Rev. M. V. Waters, pastor of John Wesley M. E. Church, left Tuesday morning to attend the Delaware Conference. Mrs. Bessie Ross is on the sick list. Both churches are preparing fine programs for Easter services. The camp fire girls of the Kennard High School are arranging a very fine program to be rendered at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Bailey on April 10. Mr. W. W. Horner is an enterprising young merchant. LUTHERVILLE ITEMS Lutherville, Md., April 5.—Mrs. Munie Jones and Mrs. Berkley spoke here last Friday. Rev. W. M. Brown spoke both morning and night Sunday. Rev. E. S. Peck spoke Tuesday night. Mrs. M. Alice Jackson wishes to thank the friends for their kindnesses to her mother, Mrs. Harriett Smith who was ill for some time, but is able to be out again. Mr. and Mrs. William Hicks, of Philadelphia, visited their uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Elias Meredith Sunday. Miss Elizabeth Meredith entertained Messrs. Aquilla Stephenson, John Dorsely, Jas Offered, and James Smith; Misses Katie Lee. Emily Thompson and Marie Brown at a bridge party. HARPERS FERRY, W. VA. HARLEFS PERRY, W. W. Harper's Ferry, W. Va., April 5. Rev. A. L. Jenkins, pastor of W. Wesley M. E. Church, has returned, accompanied his wife and little daughter. Mr. Jerome Cole, of Washington, has returned to his former position for the summer. His wife, positionly Miss Mabel Clark, will return sometime in the near future. Mrs. Sidie E. Crane, of Martinsburg, visited her mother, Mrs. Lizzie Burrell, Sunday. "Pain" Trinkle has been seriously ill for the past week. Mrs. Virginia Crune has returned from Washington where she was treated for a nervous break down. Mr. James L. Weaver was quite sick several days last week. Do not forget the first big game of the season which will be played Easter Monday between Storier and Berryville. Encourage the boys by your presence and they will "surely win." An interesting program will be given at the M. E. Church Sundays afternoon. Those in charge are: Mrs. Lizzie A. Willis, organist, and Mrs. A. Jenkins, directress. See G. C. Weaver, agent and reported. PERRYMAN ITEMS Perryman, Md., April 5—Rev. W. H. Gaines preached at Union Chapel on Sunday morning. Services were largely attended at Sydney Park Church in the afternoon. Mr. Robert A. Griffin, Jr., of Lincoln University, is home for the Easter holidays. Miss Estelle V. Christy and Mrs. Rebeccet Ringgold spent Sunday with Mrs. Susie Christy. Mrs. Mamie Johnson has gone to Philadelphia and Miss Eva R. Harris to Chester, Pa. The Afro-American is a welcome visitor here. It can be purchased from the school teacher every Saturday. Miss Mary E. Johnson spent Saturday in Baltimore. The public schools will close on Thursday for the Easter holidays. SYKESVILLE NOTES Sykesville, Md., April 5.—Mrs. Etta Nelson and Mrs. Elisa Gaither gave a lovely supper last Friday evening in honor of Miss Estella Cooper. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Collins, Mr. Marriott Collins, Mr. John Walker, Miss Sadie Collins will spend the Easter holidays visiting her sister, Miss Enricie Collins, at Pleasant Hill. Mrs. Charlotte Talbott spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Talbott. Mrs. Laura Squirrell, of Catonsville, and Mr. Dennis Spriggs, of Baltimore, attended the funeral of Mr. Henry Jackson last week. Miss Viola Thomas, who has been quite sick, is improving. The school at Johnsville will remain open for several weeks longer. Miss Elsie Collins, of North Branch, has returned home after visiting her niece, Miss Gertrude Thompson. Mr. Henry Jackson, a well known farmer, was buried last Thursday. He is survived by his THE AFRO-AMERICAN NDENCE.. A WONDERFUL amazing OFFER We want you to get one of our Spring suits to your measure monthly FREE. All we ask you to do in it was to show it to your friends and take it to our High-Grade Made-to-Measure Clothes. $25 EXTRA A WEEK AND YOUR OWN CLOTHES FREE. Does it need to you for a little spare time? Write at once simply send us your name on a postal card with the STARTLING OFFER. We will also send you a large assortment of club rumps and dresses of fashion plates to choose from. NOTES ii. 5.—The fun, a boy scout, M. E. Church, young officiating. Nothings like it EVER OFFERED! We are asking your help. We don't want your clothes. Our aim is to give you a town to get this FREE suit. SPENCER MEAD CO. widow, Harriett Jackson, eight children, seventeen grandchildren and one great grand child. Rev. Lewis and Mr. Orem, of New Market, and Rev. Moore officiated. Miss Ornetia Washington and Miss Cooper have returned home, after a very successful year. Mrs. Annie Bently was in Westminster during the week. Mrs. Lizzie Costly will spend several days visiting Mrs. Alice Brady of Baltimore. Miss Marcia Cosnell is attending the Industrial School on Chase street. Cambridge, Md., April 5.—The funeral of Charles Sharp, a boy scout, was held at Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday, Rev. J. A. Young officiating. The scouts, headed by Scout Master I. E. Turner, attended the funeral in a body. Mr. William T. Turner, who is employed in Chester, Pa., is home for a short stay. Rev. D. H. Hargis was given a reception by the members of Waugh M. E. Church. He is now at Berlin, Md., attending the Conference. Mr. Isaiah Henry is ill at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore. Mrs. Henry was in Baltimore to visit her husband Sunday. Mrs. Sharps, Mrs. Tilla Simpson and Mrs. Laura Camphor are on the sick list. The last named is paralyzed. Oxford, Md., April 5.—Sunday was the conference year end rally day at Waters and John Wesley M. E. Churches, Rev. John L. Parker, pastor. Rev. John T. Molock, pastor of Wayman Memorial A. M. E. Church, preached at John Wesley Church at 3 p. m. Miss Otelia M. Hughes, of Ainsor, Church county, Md., is the guest of Prof. and Mrs. W. W. Webb. Mrs. Gertrude Waters attended the funeral of her cousin, Mrs. T. Wilson, of Trappe, Md., last Friday. Towson, Md., April 5.—Mt. Olivet Baptist Church closed a very successful revival Friday night. The old folk's concert given at Mt. Calvary A. M. E. Church Friday night by a committee of ladies and gentlemen from Baltimore, was a success. Rev. Jos, L. E. Butler, of St. Paul Church, filled the pulpit for Rev. Robert Gross and Rev. James Smith at night. The fourth quarterly conference was held here. The reports were good and each asked for the return of the pastor, Rev. Robert Gross. Mrs. Rachel Johnson made a brief trip to Bowie State Normal School to visit her grand daughter. EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE Hagerstown, Md., April 6.—The seventh annual educational conference of the colored public schools of Washington county was held here Thursday. Rev. G. H. West was in Baltimore Monday, and visited the A. M. E. Ministerial Meeting and the office of the Afro-American Hispanic daughter Marguerite is recovering from a serious injury. A public sale of part of the stock and implements on the farm of R. C. Barnum netted $2,964.75. Palm services were observed last Sunday at Ebenezer Church, the pastor occupying the pulpit both morning and night. 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BALTIMORE, APRIL 7, 1917 NO TIME NOW FOR REBELLION Congress has followed the President's lead and for the second time in the last quarter of a century, our country enters into the state of war. Then as now, he United States entered the lists as the champion of humanity; then, but this not the case now, colored men North and South offered themselves as volunteers with hardly a voice of dissent. North Carolina, Illinois, Ohio, Kansas, Virginia and Alabama furnished regiments of volunteers, while five other full regiments were recruited from the country at large. In addition to these forces, the Ninth and Tenth Cavalry and the Twenty-Fourth Infantry saw active and meritorious service in Cuba and the Philippines. As intensely patriotic as the Negro is, the anxious willingness to sacrifice himself for America as it is, is not half so evident as it was nineteen years ago. There is a reason. Repression by the local governments and indifference on the part of the Federal Government have steadily increased in spite of the fact that education and advancement of the Negro make him better fitted for citizenship and more insistent upon enjoying his full rights as citizen. Since 1898, five States of a present total of fourteen, have passed laws separating the races in railroads. North Carolina and Virginia extended this law to include street cars in cities. Thirteen cities, including Baltimore, have passed segregation ordinances, restricting the races to definite parts of the city. Six of the present total of eight States passed special suffrage amendments designed to prevent colored folk from voting. Sixteen important Federal positions formerly in the hands of colored men have been given over to whites. Passage of intermarriage bills, laws to prohibit whites from teaching in colored schools, and the cutting down of representation in the Republican National Convention from the South, have called forth protest. Perhaps nothing has so incensed and at the same time united the colored people as Dixon's photo-play—"The Birth of a Nation."--This play aroused the furious opposition of both races wherever it was showed, yet in the majority of instances, no lawful way was found to stop the exhibition. When President Wilson uses fine words about going to war for the protection of humanity abroad, thinking Americans recall the humanity at home that craves protection. For every American citizen that has lost his life because American ships have been sunk without warning, seventeen Americans have lost their lives in a lawless manner, in the past nineteen years — "LYNCHED WITHOUT WARNING." There is no wonder then, that some few colored men in Georgia and Alabama have grown sick and tired of repression, and accepted the offer of the German agents to stir up a rebellion in the Southern States with the hope of winning complete franchise, freedom, and political and social equality. The Federal Department of Justice, however, reports that very few men were involved in the conspiracy as far as can be ascertained. By far the larger number of sensible people recognize the folly of a rebellion that is not sure of success. No wis the time to continue our insistence upon rights, and now is the time to demand guarantees before going to war willingly, BUT NOW IS NOT THE TIME FOR REBELLION. It is rumored that in some of the agricultural districts of the South, Ku Klux clans have been formed for the purpose of preventing disaffection and disloyalty among Negroes, supposed to have been brought about by German agents, as well as to prevent the migration of Negroes to the North and Mexico. Nothing the South can do at present will give greater stimulus to the depopulation of that part of the country than the revival of that Inquisitorial organization. Things are very different now from what they were in the late seyenties and early eighties. Large crowds of patriots with flags, and pacifists with armbands on which "We want peace" could be easily read went over to Washington for the opening of Congress. In the beginning the patriots planned for a great parade and demonstration, but they found that the pacifists' application for a permit to parade indicated that the peace lovers would have the larger celebration. When this came to the attention of the Marshall of police both sides were enjoined from making any public demonstration. It is worth noting, however that Dr. Jordan addressed an audience of two thousand in Convention hall, and the meeting went on without untoward incident. SPRING DRIVE ON Among the simpler folk of the South, it is reported that the customary farewell greeting has been changed. Formerly it used to be, "Good by if I don't see you any more, meet me in heaven." Now they say "Good by, if I don't see you any more, meet me in New York." The reason for this change of greeting can be easily seen when it is noted that New York's colored population has been increased by 150,000 since the beginning of the war, according to accounts by the New York Sun. Every where in the South the people are restless, and urged on by the successes of those who left for the North last summer are preparing to come Northward in even larger numbers, in order to accept the well paying positions offered to them. A council of the A. M. E. bishops held recently in Hot Springs, Arkansas reported that certain churches in Southern districts, which had formerly a membership of 500 or 600 had now few more members than 45 or 50. To supplement this report comes the word from several Chicago churches, which tells of increases of membership amounting in some cases to 300, none of them below 50. The Daily Dispatch of Meridian, Mississippi warns the colored folk that they had better stay "in Dixie where folks never freeze to death and everybody has enough to eat." Continuing it says, "The North has no use for the Negro except to make what it can out of him. The North does not understand him. The hours of labor are long and hard—far different from what he has been accustomed to in the South. His unwelcome entrance into the already conjected fields of organized labor causes him to meet with bitter opposition in many instances. His life up there is by no means a happy one, and the possibly higher wage he receives is more than offset by the difficult and disagreeable conditions of his work." That same day a Chicago daily estimated that 2000 working men with their families had arrived in the "Windy City" in the past two days, that the average for the year is something like 500 per day and that 50,000 more are expected before summer reaches us. Unlike the emigrants that arrived in the early part of last year, the working men now making their way Northward seems to represent the better class of citizens. They have come to stay, and some of them are buying homes outright with the proceeds of the property disposed of in the South. Philadelphia estimates put the number of newly arrived emigrants at 20,000. There were fifty per cent more arrivals in January than in February, and the rate is even higher for March. Very nearly one tenth of this number are reported ill from pneumonia and tuberculosis. Attempts of real estate dealers to force these workers into a segregated portion of the city is assigned as the cause of the high rate of sickness. How emigration has affected the larger cities of the North during the past six months can be gleaned from the following figures. In every case the figures are the estimates of the daily papers in these cities: Estimates from Detroit, Michigan, show that the rate of arrivals averages one hundred per day, and the little out-of-the-way town of North Platte, Nebraska reports an increase of $0 in its colored population. Some years ago thousands of Americans heeded the cry of Horace Greely when he said, "Young man, go West." It now appears that a greater one than Horace Greely has called to every underpaid and overworked colored man in the South, "Young man, go North." In recent years intolerance has come to be regarded chiefly as a Southern virtue. It has been felt that the Northern and border states, with one or two exceptions, are remarkably free from the manifestations of a mob spirit that violently carries everything in front of it, and has no respect for law and order. Yet the out break of mob-rule in front of the Academy of Music last Sunday is convincing enough that Maryland, our own state is blood kin to Georgia, Florida and the other states where lynching is the usual mode of punishment. It makes very little difference that the mob only prevented Dr. David Starr Jordan from speaking rather than snuffing the life out of some suspected criminal; it makes little difference that Dr. Jordan's only offence against the mob was political rather than racial; the attitude towards law and decency behind their action points to the same thing in either case. The mob felt itself insulted and outraged, and with little regard for the Sabbath day, or for the rights and privileges of the pacifists, backed by police permission, to air their views, violently broke thru the thin cordon of opposing officers, broke thru the doors of the hall, and broke up the meeting. If there is any difference in the action of Maryland and Georgia mobs, it would seem to be in the treatment of Dr. Jordan. He escaped without injury here and the mob was satisfied with the breaking up of the meeting. In Georgia his life would have been in danger. That Johns Hopkins Teachers and students headed the disturbance does not make the outbreak worthy of the city and the state. Perhaps there are some who believe this thing an evidence of super-patriotism, but boiled to its essence, it is nothing more or less than mob spirit. CLOSING EXERCISES The closing exercises of Night School No. 113, Federal and Carter streets, were held Friday evening, March 30th at $ 0'clock. There was a literary program consisting of many excellent features, the most attractive of which was a debate: "Resolved that the Negro should emigrate to Africa." The alternative was defended by Miss Gertrude Washington and Mr. Thomas Flannagan, while Messrs. Bernard Wilson and Thomas Wilson had the negative. The question was able debated by both sides, but the negative was. The judges were Dr. J. A. Wilkins, Messrs. J. A. Turner and John Howe. There was a splendid exhibit of woodwork and sewing which elicited great praise from Assistant Superintendent Korff and the three hundred visitors who throughed the rooms and corridors of the building. Certificates were issued to 60 pupils by the principal, Joshua E. Maxwell, and his assistants, Mrs. Lula M. Cummings, and Miss Leuretta Dunlap and Messrs. Joseph C. Eriscoe and C. H. Johnston. This school, one of the most progressive in the city, has increased its attendance in the last seven years by over 300 per cent. Happy Welding Scene at the Baltimore School of Miss Eilele Parker, of Baltimore and Mr. Fugene Pratheir, one of our Maryland teachers were joined in holy matrimony on Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, key R. W. Thomas, officiating. Only her relatives, with a single exception, witnessed the ceremony. The bride was married in her travelling costume, which was entirely of steel gray. The filles of the valley that draped her bonnet, with the white carvations which she carried, seemed to blend with her amiable disposition in predicting a happy future. Mr. Pratheir is one of the promising young men of the race, a former student of Howard University, and quite an intelligent associate. The happy autio party left about 5 o'clock for Washington where the bride and groom will remain for a few days. From Washington they will go to their home in Montgomery County, Md. Those present to witness the ceremony were: Mrs. Elizabeth Brown, Mrs. Gussie Montgomery, Miss Laura Gassaway, Mrs. Arthur B. Williams, and Madam Lottie A. Ringgold, her A SUCCESSFUL BALLY Enon Baptist Church had a very successful Queens' Rally March 29. We thank our many friends for helping us. The queens report: Mrs. A. L. Bailey, $2.5.06; Mrs. Julia Johnson, $2.3.38; Mrs. Estella Lowery $4.2.68; Mrs. Bertha Johnson, $14.50; Mrs. Sophin Davis, $20.25; Mrs. Louisa Beale, $176.50; Mrs. Mattle Brown, $61.24; Mrs. Josephine Brown, $22.44; Mrs. Ruth Nash, $27.78; Mrs. Halle C. Holt, $21.25; Mrs. Nannie E. Curry, $104.73; Mrs. Mamie Gray, $32.35; Mrs. Needen Estep, $16.57; Miss Emma Payne, $33.28; Mrs. Sadie Nelson, $72.20; Mrs. Mary Ceasar, $36.27; Mrs. Bessie Cot, $21.42; Mrs. Mattie Watkins, $15.50; Mrs. Annie B. Grooms, $50.54; Mrs. Annie Waters $14.25; Total $1,000.23. Miss May R. Brown, president; Mrs. Mary Ceasar, vice president; Mrs. Garfield Epps, secretary. MINISTERS CLOSING WORK Ministers of local African Methodist churches are winding up their year's work before the convening of the 102nd annual session of the Baltimore Conference at Quinn Church, Frederick, Md. Receptions will be given a number of them before the conference convenes. There were several important changes in pulpits around Baltimore, as the term of Rev. Charles H. Murray has expired at Grace Church, Catonsville; Rev. J. G. Martin at Payne Memorial Church and Rev. P. J. Jordan at Allen Church. Each minister is well known, having filled important assignments in the conference. Rev. Mr. Jordan, who has been in the conference for 12 years, will be tendered a farewell reception by his congregation next Thursday night. GEORGE KELL The funeral of Mr. George Kell was held from his late home, 1388 Stock-street, Friday of last week. Rev. C. E. Stewart officiated. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his widow, Mrs. Nellie Kell; one sister and two brothers Nobly at the post he fell, George, true and kind; Beloved by all his friends so well And kind to all he knew. THOMAS J. FOLKS The funeral of Thomas J. Folks was held from his late home, 1388 Stoskton street, Thursday afternoon. Rev. J. G. Martin officiated and interment was in Laurel Cemetery. The deceased was born in Baltimore 40 years ago. He received his education in the local schools and Lincoln University. He had held a city position in Atlantic City. His wife, Mrs. Annie Folks, sister, Mrs. Ida Rice, son John Folks, and brother, Wesley Folks survive. MRS. EMMA FARRELL The funeral of Mrs. Emma Farrell was held from her late home, 29 N. Bruce street. Tuesday of last week Rev. Matthias Williams, officiating. Interment was in Laurel cemetery. The deceased was the widow of Rev. John J. Farrell, a minister of Petersburg, Va. Two daughters, Mrs. Daisy Jones and Mrs. Eleanor Bingham, both of New York, and two sons, James and Joseph Gill, survive. SAMUEL E. STERRETTE Mr. Samuel F. Sterrette, died April 2nd, aged 62 years. Funeral will be held from his late residence, 2115 Division street, Thursday, April 5th. Interment in Bonnie Brae Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mission Sterrette, two sons, Adolph and John Sterrette; three daughters, Mrs. Lucille Harper, Mrs. Irwin Goines and Mrs. Hortense Allen. Mr. Sterrette was one of the early graduates of Hampton Institute. MRS. SARAH SIMMS Mrs. Sarah Simms, beloved wife of Sergeant Dennis Simms, of Perseverance Lodge No. 13, and Enterprise Lodge No. 1. Uniform Rank of Knights of Pythias, died March 28, 1917, at her late residence, Mt. Winns, Md., and was buried April 1 1917 from Sharp St. Mission M. E. Church, Rev. Samuel Aquila presided an able sermon. Besides her husband she is survived by one daughter, three sons and one sister. The funeral services were very largely attended. GEORGE C. WILLIAMS The funeral of George O. Williams, the beloved son of Anthony and Annie E. Williams, was held from his late residence, 519 Pressman street, on Thursday, March 22, 1917. The funeral was largely attended and the floral tributes were many and handsome. Members of the Baltimore post office acted as pallbearers for the deceased. Dr. Wm. Alexander officiated. Interment at Laurel Cemetery. He leaves to mourn their loss, his parents, two brothers, three sisters and a host of relatives and friends. A BIRTHDAY DINNER Mr. Frank Brice, age 42 and Mr. John Kevels, age 36, were tendered a birthday dinner at $02 W. Franklin street. The dining room was decorated with lighted candles and carnations. The following course dinner was served: Oyster cocktail, Virginia ham, Sour beef, mashed potatoes, celery salad, chicken, tomatoes, potatoes, olives, pickles, celery, nuts, ice cream assorted cakes and coffee. The guests included Messrs. George A. Watt, grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythias, John W. Hawkins, Frank Chesley, Isaac Edmonds, John R. Rice, Clifton Smith, M. C. Walker, Mrs. Alice Powell, of Washington, Mrs. Daisy Johnson, of Philadelphia, Mrs. Sarah E. Donovan, of Canden, N. J. PREPARING FOR BABY WEEK Baby Week seems a surety, and the ladies interested are sparing no effort to enlist city-wide co-operation. An important meeting of those who have been pushing the project will be held at the Y. W. C. A. 1200 Druid Hill avenue, next Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. All ladies are invited. A SURPRISE PARTY Mrs. Rosatte Lee, of 1554 N. St.rucker street, formerly of 899 Rutland avenue, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Lee, was given a surprise party in honor of her seventeenth birthday, on Thursday, Marr 19th, by her friends at the home of Charles A. Brownley, 1503 E. Jefferson street. PERSONALS Annual Dance Easter Monday night by Kerr's Orchestra. Fishermen Hall. Mrs. A. J. Mitchell, 1363 N. Calhoun street, entertained Rev. and Mrs. George E. Curry at dinner last Wednesday. The other invited guests were Miss Moton, Mrs. Susie love, Mrs. Maggie Boyd. Easter Mo day night. Fish Hall Kerr's Orchestra's Dance Easter Monday night. Mrs. P. H. Wheatley will return from New York to Baltimore the 15th of April and will stop with her sister, Mrs. Thomas Cornish, in their new home recently purchased, 1208 Harlem avenue. Ebenezer A. M. E. Church choir has been the recipients of many very favorable comments upon its rendition of "Belshazzar's Feast" at Trinity A. M. E. Church recently. Easter Monday Matinee and night, St. Mary's Hall, Puriance? Drexel, Rochester, Upsher, Jack Nelson. Duke Serenade and Music Fest. Rev. B. H. Knight paid Ebenezer A. M E. Church a visit last Sunday afternoon and brought his excellent choir and congregation. All enjoyed the spiritual feast.' Mrs. Marry Calloway, of Pittsburgh, Pa., is visiting her relatives in this city and is the guest of Mrs. Richardson, 867 Linden avenue. Fishermen Hall, Easter Monday night. Black Sox have organized for the coming season and have grounds at East end of Federal street with grand stand. Will be ready by 15 of April for first practice game. For future games watch the Afro-American. Will publish every week. H. L. Harris, 521 Orchard Street. Easter Monday Matinee and night, St. Mary's Hall, Purviance' Drexel, Rochester, Upsher, Jack Nelson, Duke Serenade and Music Fest. Mr. William Payne, better known as "Jay Gould" left the city on Wednesday for his home in Dunlap, Kansas. ..PATAPSCO PARK.. The SUBURB DE LUXE FOR COLORED PEOPLE BUY NOW Don't Delay We will take you and your friends to the Park anytime convenient to you FREE OF CHARGE Tel. St.Paul 3119 PATAPSCO PARK LAND COMPANY 106 LAW BUILDING BALTO., MD. SPECIAL SERMON Notice to all Seven Wise Men: We St. Mary's Household No. 8 U. O. of Seven Wise Men invite you to come and hear a great sermon which will be preached to us Tuesday, April 17 at 8 p.m. at Towson Hall, corner St. Mary street and. Pennsylvania avenue. The sermon will be preached by Rev. E. H. Knight. Sister Harriet Gross, chairlady; Sister Laura Thomas, treasurer; Sister Annie Colman, secretary; Sister Lula McGowan, W. M. Notice to all the U. O. of Seven Wise Men: Owing to other arrangements of the pastor, Rev. P. J. Jordan of Allen A. M. E. Church, we the St. Mary Household No. 8, U. O. of Seven Wise Men will not turn out Sunday, April 8 at 3 p.m. at Allen A. M. E. Church. By order of Sister Lula McGowan, W. M. NOTICE—There will be a Pastoral Reception given by the members of St. John's A. M. E. Church, Lexington street near Pine, Thursday evening, April 12, 1917. Tickets 15 cents. Refreshments Free. Mrs. Rachel Chaney, chairman; Mrs. Sedonia Harriday, secretary; Mrs. Ada Tooogold, vice president; Rev. P. W. Wortham, pastor; Mrs. Fannie New, treasurer; Mrs. M. E. Smith, assistant secretary. BIG CHARITY BALL Church benefit to be given in St. Mary's Parish Hall, Monday Evening, April 16, 7:30 to 1:30. Under personal direction of Prof. James Wise. Music furnished by Drexel Syncopated Orchestra, with Joe Rochester. Admission 25 cents. SACRED CONCERT Absbury M. E. Church Choir, Lexington street and Rogers avenue, Easter Sunday evening, April 8, 1917. Under direction of Mrs. Ida Bailey, Mrs. Collins, accompanist; Rev. C. E. Hodges, pastor. FREEL-WILL OFFERING. EASTER FAIR For the repairing of St. Monica's Church, Hill street between Hanover and Sharp, Beginning Monday, April 9, 1917 and continuing until Friday, April 20, 1917. Tables will be supplied with useful and religious articles. Those who are a n charge will try to please all who favor us with their presence. Admission each night, 10c. D4NCE For an evening of pleasure come to the Easter Dance Monday, April 9, 1917, ELI's Hall, 427 W. Biddle street. Under auspices of Great Southern Temple, No. 30 I. B. P. O. E. of the World. Admission 20 cents. Refreshments on sale. Beautiful Seven passenger Touring Car. Condition A 1. Will sell for best cash offer. Here is an opportunity for a good hiring proposition. THE MORTON & LOOSE CORP. 10 W. Eager Street Mt. Vernon 1270 An excellent opportunity for a LIVE WIRE dentist or physician to attain success at once. A large parlor and a busy corner. See MR. O. C. GROVE. 1231 Penn Ave. corner Lavalvale St. NOTICE TO CHORAL SOCIETY Owing to the recital at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, Easter Monday evening, the Cosmopolitan Choral Society will not meet until Tuesday evening at Grace Presbyterian Church at eight o'clock. The society has expressed its desire to attend the recital given by Mine Mackley, who recently directed the song festival at Albaugh's Theatre. DIVORCED Mrs. Lottie A. Gordon, in the Circuit Court, No. 2 of Baltimore City, was granted an absolute divorce from her husband, Frank Gordon through Attorney Harry S. Brooks, only attendant. BEAUTY AND HAIR CULTURE CLASS GRADUATES On last Friday night, March 30th, at the Beauty Parlors of Mine, M. A. Hunter, the following ladies who have fitted themselves to earn a livelihood by their skill in catering to the wants of the public and especially the ladies in the care of the inhr. scalp, face and mails, graduated and received their diplomas: Mrs. Elizabeth Boyd. 1525 Pennsylvania avvenue; Mrs. Callie J. Flagger, 629 W. Lafayette avenue; Miss Blanch Smith, 505 W. Lafayette avenue; Miss Myrtle Nickols, 2027 Druid Hill avenue; Mrs. Blanche Fuighum, 416 Druid Hill avenue. Classes for instruction are now open Diplomas awarded. MME, M. A. HUNTER 1324 Druid Hill Ave. Balto., Md. The Cosmopolitan Choral Society met on Monday evening at Grace Presbyterian Church and began rehearsals of a program to mark the close of the season. It $\textcircled{1}$ the purpose of the director, Dr. C. E. Stewart, to make this one of the greatest musical events of the time. All participants in the Folk Lore Festival, and all lovers of musical art are earnestly requested to be present at tour next rehearsal on Tuesday, April 10th at the above named church. Mine. E. Azalia Hackley, in a letter to Dr. Stewart, requests the presence of the entire Folk Lore Song Chorus at Ebenzeer A. M. E. Church Monday evening, April 9th. Those present decided to go and sit in a body. I cannot forget you dear wife Though long may seem the year And often in a lonely house I wipe away my tears. By her loving husband and daughter, Anthony and Amanda Clash. CLARK—In loving memory of our mother, wife and mother-in-law, Mary Clark, who died October 2, 1916. And thou hast been away from us half a year What have the happy angels told thee dear As here below the months have gone their round What joys by us undreamed of, hast thou found? If thou couldst open to our longing sight, One glimpse of thy serene and pure delight Could send one little word across the tide Then would these yearnings deep be satisfied. Still is the vision sealed from our dull eyes Save this-"Near me today in Parodise" Enough! We will not ask to hear or see Since thou art with thy Lord, and He with thee Her husband, daughter and son-in-law. HOPEWELL—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear wife, the late Mary C. Hopewell, of Baltimore, Md., who departed this life, April 11 1916. Dearest wife we have missed you And your place can nee'r be filled But our Heavenly Father called you And to us your voice is stilled. Little did we think today You would be so far away The our hearts are grieved and sore We will miss you evermore. Some day in a city fair We shall hope to meet you there So in beauty us in grace Eye will linger your sweet face Death has left on empty space. By her devoted husband Charles Hopewell. MYERS—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear friend, Stephen Myers, who died April 6, 1916 Time can never dim his memory. Martha Hopkins. SYE—In sad and loving remembrance of our dear son, Elmer Sge, who died three years ago, April 5, 1914 You were a bud our Saviour gave us To cherish for a while. But just as you were pening He called you as His child. So I'll try and still my heartache And do my best to smile For God will let us come to you After a little while. I cannot forget you dear son Though long may seem the years And often in the lonely hours I'll wipe away my tears. MOTHER AND FATHER CARDS OF THANKS Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Williams take this means to thank their many friends for their kind sympathy and consideration and for the floral tributes in the illness and death of their beloved son George. Mr. and Mrs. Watkins, of 522 Dolphin street, wish to thank their many friends for their kindness during the illness of their daughter, Miss Annie May Watkins, and for the many beautiful floral designs at her death. I wish to thank the many kind friends for their kindness and words of sympathy during the illness and death of my dear wife, Millie A. Gibson. By her husband, Wm. H. Gibson Maj. Chas. E. Gladden, of 305 Myrtle avenue, a prominent Elk, who has been ill with pneumonia, is able to be out again. He wishes to thank his many friends for their kindness during his illness. I wish to thank the friends of my husband, Allen Fields, including the Nazarites, for their kindness, expressions and flowers following his sudden death. Rebecca Fields. Mrs. Elizabeth B. Foote wishes to thank her many friends for their kindness during her recent illness. Under the most careful and patient care of Dr. Carr and Mrs. Weaver, her nurse, she is able to be out again. 2016 Division street. Mrs. Lula Ballard, of 1915 Drudl Hill avenue is improving after a two month's illness. On or about the 10th of April she will go to her sister's Mrs. Charles A. Johnson, 168 Winters avenue, Catonsville, to recuperate. She wishes to thank her many friends for their kind attention during her long illness, especially the "Inner Circle" of Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Sunday School. I wish to thank the friends of my deceased mother, Edith Jones, for their kindness during her illness and for floral tokens. Also Seven Wise Men. CO PARK.. FOR COLORED PEOPLE BUY NOW Don't THE GREATEST SOPRANO OF THE RACE EASTER MONDAY EVG., APRIL 9, 1917 Under the Auspices of Nautilus Literary Society ADMISSION, 25 CENTS CHARLES E. STEWART, Pastor 100 VOICES EASTER SUNDAY EVENING, APRIL 8TH, 1917 BY THE CHOIRS OF MT. CALVARY A. M. CHURCH, TOWSON, AND MT. ZION A. M. E. CHURCH, LONG GREEN Prof. Gassaway former director of Payne Memorial Choir Baltimore has entire charge of Cantata. The Session of Sorrow or Memorial Services... IN COMMEMORATION OF THEIR DECEASED BROTHERS BY MONUMENTAL LODGE, No. 3 Improved, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World To be held at AMES MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH Cor. Crazy and Baker Streets, Baltimore, Md.. Rev. A. J. Mitchell, D. D., Faster EASTER SUNDAY EVENING. APRIL 8th, 1917, AT 7.30 O'CLOCK Obituaries by Mr. B. Smith of Emulstone, Md.; and Llo. Key, James S. Chapman, of Wash- ington, F. C. District Loyalty of District of Colin Lin, J. B. P. O., Elks of the World. Appropriate Institution of Music by F. C. Owl Cotton, Thompson, Director. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. S P. M., Special Program and Rendition of the Cantata, "The Story of Easter," by the Choir. The Processional and Recessional at the opening and closing of the Morning and Evening Services. PROF. EDWARD BROWN, Organist ROBERT THOMPSON, Director REV. P. C. NEAL, D. D., Postor EASTER SOCIETY FROLIC DIRECTION OF MR. ERNEST PURVIANCE MATINEE BEFORE 3 O'CLOCK, - 15 CENTS NIGHT BEFORE 9 O'CLOCK, - 20 CENTS EASTER EASTER EASTER ...GRAND EASTER CELEBRATION... AUSICES EBENEZER A. M. E. SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAY, APRIL 8th, 1917 11 A. M., Special Easter Sermon 2.30 P. M., Easter Exercises by Primary and Junior Departments of the S. S. 8 P. M., Life Motion Pictures on the Life of Christ, Life of Mary Magdalene and the Holy City. SUNDAY, APRIL 8th, '17, 4 to 10 P. M. "JULIUS CAESAR" One of Shakespeare's Master Pieces SIX REELS A Picture that thrills and grips. SEE IT. Benefit of the Masonic Queens' Rally Auspices of Jcs. L. H. Smith Lodge, No. 54, F. & A. M. SILVER OFFERING In Collaboration with the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland AT BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Druid Hill Ave. & Lanvale St. THURSDAY AND FRIDAY, APRIL 12th and 13th, 1917 Beginning at 7.30 P. M. MOVING PICTURE SHOWS AND HEALTH LECTURES SPEAKERS: Judge Robt. Terrell, Prof. R. C. Seinlock, Dr. Henry B. Jacobs, Dr. John D. Blake, Mayor James H. Preston, Dr. E. M. Boyle, and Dr. Edward Short. Prof. Masen A. Hawkins, Cheir. Miss Anne Smith, Sec'y Rev. J. W. Sanders, Pastor SPECIAL NOTICE The World's Famous Masonic Queens Rally Given under the Supervision of the MASONIC TEMPLE ASSOCIATION, Inc. which was to be given at the Richmond Market Armory owing to recent military necessities, will be demonstrated at TUESDAY, APRIL 10, '17, 8 P.M. GET IT AT POPULAR PRICES STOKES & DERRY'S 1016 Druid Hill Ave., Cor. Oxford St. DRUGS PROFIT SHARING BLDG. & LOAN ASSO. OFFICE: 514 ST. PAUL STREET THIS COUPON Presented at the office, 514 St. Paul St., any time within 30 days, between 9 a. m. and 5 p. m., will positively be worth ONE DOLLAR to any adult person. No children. SAMUEL L. BURTON 1108 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., Near Hoffman St. DEALER IN LADIES' & GENTS' CLOTHING Made to order. Also ready made suits. Skirts, Dresses, Waists etc. Your patronage solicited. Phone Mt. Vernon 3134-W BISHOP J. ALBERT JOHNSON To Speak at BIG MASS MEETING PAYNE MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH, Calhoun & Laurens Sts. EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 8TH, AT 4 P.M. In the interest of MISSIONS to the Sons and Daughters of Allen. Come and hear him. Seat of the Baltimore Annual Conference of the A.M. E. Church. Stopping only at Ellicott City each way returning from Frederick Sunday Night. This is the only train that will take you into the city. There is no other train that will bring you from the Conference, after appointments are read until Monday morning. Scenery. Entertainment. Sandwiches Served. Secure your tickets before April 16, Undesirable persons need not apply for tickets. WILLIAM BUTLER, Chair Committee, 1938 White St. ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH EASTER SUNDAY NIGHT, APRIL 8th, 1917, at 8 O'CLOCK UNDER DIRECTION OF THE CHOIR, Mrs. Ida Costen, Leader The Cantata will be illustrated and embellished by Calcium Lights. SUNDAY, APRIL 22nd, 1917, at 4 P. M. Anniversary Address will be delivered by MR. CHAS. S. MORRIS, Jr., the 18th year old Platform Orator. Given under despises of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the J. M. C. A. : LVER OFFERING Mrs. C. L. Davis, President Mrs. J. W. Nichols, Chairman Of the Great Southern Temple No. 30, I. B. P. O. E. of the World ...WILL BE HELD AT... ALLEN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington St. near Carrollton Ave. SUNDAY, APRIL 8th, 1917, at 2.30 P. M. Members are requested to be present at 2 O'clock Sharp, dressed in regular regalia. Daughter Irene Duncan, Chairman Daughter Bertha Williams, Ruler :: A BEAUTIFUL CANDLE RALLY : AT WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH SUNDAY EVENING, APRIL 15th, 1917, 8 O'CLOCK Proceeds Benefit of Trustees. Fine Program. MRS. L. COMEGYS, President POSITIVELY SILVER OFFERING REV. A. L. GAINES, D. D. Pastor Special Easter Exercises EXTRAORDINARY! AT ALLEN A. M. E. SUNDAY SCHOOL Easter Sunday Night, April 8th. A Sacred Cantata "THE TRIUMPH OF LOVE" Special Musical Numbers by Choir. Come Early. You are Welcome. Silver Offering. Mr. Howard D. Brent, Director Rev. P. J. Jordan, D. D., Pastor "THE RESURRECTION" Trinity African Methodist Episcopal Sunday School This Sunday Evening April 8th, 7:45 oclock sharp SPECIAL PRIMARY EXERCISES 2:45 P.M. OFFICERS& C. L. SMITH President H. M. BURKETT Secretary W. J. WHEELER Treasurer The Profit Sharing Building & Loan Association $1.00 FREE THIS COUPON at the office, 514 St. Paul days, between 9 a. m. and the worth ONE DOLLAR children. Motto: Quality and Service Chair SAMUEL L. BURTON NSYLVANIA AVE., Near R IN LADIES' & GENTS' CU Also ready made suits. Skirts, Dress Cited. TOP J. ALBERT JOHN speak at BIG MASS MEET M. A. M. E. CHURCH, Calhoun SUNDAY, APRIL 8TH of MISSIONS to the Sons and Daughters Come and hear him. REV. J. G. MARTIN, Pastor. REFERENCE SPECIAL TO FREE DEN STATION FOR FREE APRIL 22nd, 1917, 8 Miltonore Annual Conference sing only at Ellicott City each Sunday Night. train that will take you into the city. you from the Conference, after appraisal. Scenery, Entertainment. Sandwaters before April 16. Undesirable pam BUTLER, Chair Committee, 19 FARE, ROUND TRIP, $1.50 INQUERING KING" A Sacr JOHN A. M. E. CHU DAY NIGHT, APRIL 8th, 191 ECTION OF THE CHOIR, Mrs. Idle will be illustrated and embellished by C ORENS' QUEENS' Wm. C. McCARD Attorney L. C. JOHNSON Agent ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH Lexington street near Fine Lexington street near - Fine P. W. Wortham, D. D., Pastor 11 a. m., special Easter sermon, subject "The Risen Christ. 2.30 p. m., Easter exercises by the Primary Department of the S. S. 6 p. m., A. C. E. League. Easter program. 8 p. m., Sacred Cantata. Thomas Hardy, Sec. 11 a. m., preaching by pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 4. p. m., Big Mass Meeting in the interest of Missions; Bishop J. Albert Johnson will speak to Son and Daughters of Allen at that hour. 6 p. m., League service. Ames League will conduct program. 8 p. m., Sunday School Easter exercises, J. E. Neal, Supt. N. Houghton, president of League. Easter Sunday Missionary Day 11 a. m., sermon by the pastor, subject, "Easter Message." 2.30 p. m., A. C. E. League. Special program. 7.30 p. m., A. Beautiful Cantata, "The Resurrection" by the adult Department of the S. S. Silver offering at the door. Mr. Howard Young, Supt.; Mr. W. L. Wilson, president of A. C. E. League. EBENEZER A. M. E. C. CHURCH Montgomery St, near Charles. Charles E. Stewart, B. D. Pastor. 11 a. m., Easter Sermon. 2.30 p. m., Easter Cantata "Easter Lillies" Sunday School, Mrs. Gertrude Hill, music directress. 6 p. m., sharp, Cantata, "Gesthemte to Calvary" rendered by the HANDEL ORATORIO SOCIETY. H. D. Brent, director; John Murray, president. 8 p. m., Moving pictures "The Holy City" life sizes. Silver offering at the door. Chas. Tolson, Supt.; Chas. S. Henry choirist. 10 a. m., Bible Class, Mary H. Smith, teacher. Easter Monday evening, Mme. E. Azala Hackley recital. To secure the best seats, come early. Rev. E. N. Thomas, Pastor 6 a. m., Prayer and Class Meeting, 11 a. m., preaching by pastor, subject "He is Not Here" Matt. 28:6. Sunday School 2.30 p. m. 8 p. m. Easter program conducted by the superintendent, Henry Hiner. The public is welcome to any of our services, Seats free. ALLEN A. M. F. CHURCH Lexington and Carleton Sts. D. J. Lovett, D. D. Pastor P. J. Jordan, O. D. Pastor 5.30 m. n. sermon, subject "At the Grave of Jesus." 11 n. m. Easter sermon by J. C. W. Kernia, D. D. Pastor P. J. Jordan, O. D. Pastor P. J. Jordan, O. D. Pastor 5.30 m. n. sermon, special exercises by the Sunday School. Please let the children come. 3.30 p. m. special sermon to the Lady Elks under the auspices of the Draper Circle. 4.30 p. m. Allen C. E. League. Program in charge of Mrs. Rachel Ross. Excellent music and good singing. 8 p. m. Easter Cantata and play. Wm. Butler, president A. C. E. League. H. D. Dent, Supt. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Rev A. L. Gaines, D. D. Pastor 11 a. m. Easter sermon by Bishop J. Albert Johnson, D. D. of Philadelphia. Special Easter music by the choir. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School Easter program and Easter Rally. 5.45 p. m. A. C. E. League. At 8 p. m. sermon by Brother Camphor. Missionary Rally by the Class Leaders. Miss M. Woolford, president; J. W. Woodhous, secretary. Dr. J. A. S. Cole, Pastor. 11 a. m., preaching by pastor. "Come See the Place Where the Lord Lay." 2.30 p. m., Sabbath School, W. W. Brown, Supt. 3 p. m., preaching by pastor to Golden Link Lodge No. 44. K. of P., Winston Lawson, Capt. of the State of Wisconsin. 6.30 p. m., V. C. E., Mrs. Cora Aukins, president. 7.45 p. m., preaching by pastor. "The Rending of the Veil, Come for All Things Are Now Read." W. F. Allen, pastor. 11 a. m., preaching by pastor, subject "Christ The Resurrection," 3 p. m., Bible School. 7 p. m., preaching by Rev. Jas. Jackson, subject "I am Doing A Great. Work"W. F. Allen, pastor. Edguy Stevenson, church clerk. 9 n. m., Class Meeting, 11 n. m., sermon by the pastor, subject "The Resurrection." 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3.30 p. m., services conducted by the women. 8 p. m., special Eas- ter program by the Sunday School. Clifford Perry, church clerk. Every- body's church, everybody welcome. CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Dr. G. W. Kennard. Pastor 11 n. m., Abraham Hill. 2.30 p. m. Sunday School. 8 p. m., Rev. Kenn. 6.30 to 8 p. m., Christian League. 3rd SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH. Druld Hill Ave. and Robert St. Elder P. G. Rogers, Pastor. Babbath (Saturday) Service. Sabbath School 10 a. m. Prenelling service 11.30 a. m. Vesper service 3.30 p. m. Sunday night, April 8th, from 7 to 8 p. m. Literary program by the Ginis' Circle. 8 p. m., special sermon subject "The Resurrection" public baptism after the sermon. All invited. ST. LUKE U. A. M. E. CHURCH Spring St. near McEldery Rev. John Jas. Parker, Pastor 11 a. m., Rev. J. E. Williams. Easter Sermon. 3 p. m., Rev. F. Hughes, pastor of First Union Baptist Church of Anne Arundel county. 8 p. m., sermon by the pastor. CALANDAR OF TRINITY A. M. E. SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR APRIL AND MAY. 1917. 2nd. Sunday, April 8th—2.45, Primary Easter services, Miss Gertrude Fisher, directing. 7.45, Cantata "The Resurrection," Howard E. Young, directing. 3rd. Sunday, April 15th—Prayer and Praise service. Adult Christians executed. 4th. Sunday, April 22nd—Mission ary service to help the needy at home. 5th. Sunday, April 29th—Temperance day, "Be Temperate in All Things." 1st. Sunday, May 6th—Special Literary and Musical program, Mr. Wm. Martin, directing. 2nd. Sunday, May 13th—Prayer and Praise service. 3rd. Sunday, May 20th—"Prodigial Day." All who have been members of Trinity Sunday School are invited to visit us, or if distant, write us. Trinity Sunday School is a missionary service. To help the Woman's Mite Missionary Society. Trinity Sunday School extends a cordial welcome to all who enjoy studying God's word. Howard E. Young, acting Supt. Rev. S. M. Johnson, D. D., Poster. AMES MEMORIAL, M. E. CHI Carey and Baker Streets A. J. Mitchell, D. D., Pastor 6 a. m., Easter sermon, "The Empty Tomb." 11 a. m., sermon and com- munion, Rev. N. M. Carroll. 2.30 p. m., Primary Department of S. S. Easter program. 5 p. m., special Easter program, Epworth League. Wm. Powell, president. 7.30 p. m. Memorial Services of the Elk's Monu- mental Lodge No. 3. Monday, Easter Cantata by Sunday School. Tuesday, annual chicken and waffle supper by parsonage committee. Competitive Drill Boy Scouts and Camp Fire Girls. Admission 5 cents, Cross and Crown Rally, May 27. SHARP ST. MEM. M. E. CHURCH Dolphin and Etting Streets M. J. Naylor, D. O. Pastor 11 a. m., Easter sermon by pastor. Processional by robed chir. 2.30 p. m., Easter exercises by Primary Department. 4.30 p. m., Epworth League. 4.30 p. m., Easter exercises by Senior Department of Sunday School. Wednesday. 4.30 p. m., Children's Church. EASTERN M. E. FIRE AND HOLY GHOST CHURCH. McElderry St. & Patterson Park Ave. Rev. Alfred Yeung, Pastor. 5 a. m., Early Meeting. 11 a. m., Easter sermon by the pastor. 2.30 p. m., program by the Sunday School. Everybody welcome. 7.30 p. m., Easter program by the Sunday School. 8 p. m., "Railroad Sermon" at Faith Baptist Church, Ashland avenue and Bond street. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH Lexington and East Streets Rev. C. E. Hodges, Pastor 11 a. m., preaching by pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sabbath School 5 p. m., Epworth League. 8 p. m., special Easter music by the choir under the direction of Mrs. Ida M. Eailley, choirister. PERSKIN SQUARE BAPT, CHURCH Rev. F. R. Williams, Pastor Easter Services All Day. 11 a. m., sermon by pastor. 2.30 p. m., Sunday School. 3 p. m., communion services and baptising. 8 p. m., sermon to the Logan Post and presentation of a silk flag to the church. Easter music all day. All are invited. On Wednesday evening at 8 p. m., a special sermon will be delivered by the noted evangelist. Rev. W. H. Skinwith. All are invited. GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. John T. Colbert Boston Rev. John T. Colbert, Pastor Divine worship at 11 a. m., sermon by pastor, subject "If Christ Be Not Risen, What Then?" Sunday School 3 p. m. At 8 p. m. Subject "The Re- appearing of Christ" Special music by choir, Directress, Mrs. Eulalla Fortune The public invited. GILLIIS MEMORIAL M. P. CHURCH Rev. B. H. KNIGHT. Pastor. Rev. B. H. Knight, Pastor Stewards' Day, Brother Butler, president, Sister Annie Johnson, president of Daughters of Conference. 10 a. m. Class, James Wood, leader. 11 a. m. Rev. Bradley. 2 p. m. Easter service by Sunday School. 3 p. m. Rev. Jos. Reason and congregation. 6.30 Easter service by Sunday School and C. E. League. 8 p. m. preaching by Rev. A. T. Daily. D. D. T. H. McGowan, Supt. NOTICE! The A. M. E. Preachers' Meeting, City of Baltimore and Vicinity, at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Druid Hill avenue and Lanvale street, Monday, April 9, 1917, at 11 a. m. Paper by Rev. E. N. Thomas, subject: "Remi- nicence of Phillis Wheatley." The public invited. Rev. P. W. Wortham, presi- dent; Rev. John Offer Custis, secre- tary. SPECIAL SERMON Will be preached to the Class Lea- ers' Union at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Friday evening, April 13, 1917 at 8:30 P. M. All pastors, leaders and friends are invited. Sermon will be delivered by Rev. R. W. G. Thomas, of the Metropolitan M. E. Church, Geo. Bullman, president; Rev. C. E. Stew- art, E. D., pastor. EASTER PROGRAM Y. W. C. A. King's Daughters' Day 5 o'clock Miss E. M. Wilson, Presiding Opening Hymn Scripture Reading, Mrs. Olive Maxwell Poem on Easter Miss Bertha Edelen Piano solo, Master Chirence Pendleton Address, "The Resurrection" Rev. B. Elliott Vocal solo, Miss Helen Truxon Mrs. S. K. Turner, chairman Miss C. Davage, president Miss E. E. Bright, secretary VOLUNTEERS WANTED To join the Bishop James A. Handy Bible Class of Payne Memorial A. M. E. Church, which meets every Sunday from 10 to 11 a.m., in the lecture room, entrance on Calhoun street. Lesson for April 5th will be the fourth chapter of John, from 38th verse to the end. Mr. Wilbert Waters, instructor. WANTED Bright intelligent girls for marking and assorting. Wages to the right sort Apply immediately to ENSOR LAUNDRY 312 N. HIGH STREET H. M. Burkett HOUSES FOR SALE RENTS COLLECTED FIRE INSURANCE PLACED In his New Office Building: 514 ST. PAUL ST. Above Franklin CLARKE L. SMITH Attorney & Counsellor at Law Office: 21 E. Saratoga St. Phone: St. Paul 2367 Residence: 1805 Druld Hill Avenue Come and Visit The New RADCLIFF GROCERY Co. Near Lanvale Street First our conditions here are sanitary, Stock fresh and firstclass. Everything in the Grocery and Provision line. Phone: Madison 3431-J. Just call and be convinced HOW GEORGIANS TREAT CITIZENS Chattanooga, Tenn.—That our people are leaving the South in large numbers there is no longer a question, but the question is will we be able to stop them? This is being asked by so many of the white farmers, and others, and the question goes unanswered of course, for the people are going. going. I use to say that the South is full of opportunities for our people, and while I have not changed that expression, I have been convinced that we better strike it just a little harder and live, than to get so many opportunities, and just the time we are ready to enjoy life, we are either chased from our accumulations or lynched. I have been asking from the depth of my heart for years, "Lord how long?" I think the question is about to be answered, and we are getting where we can have schools, take in the fresh air of a man and go alongending to business. attending to the past few years, they have raised so many new questions, until our people did not know just where they were or what they could do. They have been praying, and while the Lord did not send forth a leader to point them there, He has been putting it into the hearts of the masses so that when He said "Forward March," they were ready with bag and baggage, and they who were not ready moved on at any rate, trusting in God. Of course all are not trusting in God, but I think there are some of God's children along, and they will take care of the rest, and then the Lord has been preparing ministers who will follow them with the gospel. Some are already there, others are being turned out of the schools. turned on. I could not keep from shedding tears a few days ago, when Editor Sol. Johnson told me about the treatment of our people in Cairo, Georgia. It began on Pythian day. The Knights and Calcanthe, met in their hall, prior to going to their annual thanksgiving sermon. It was a short distance and the women of the Court of Calcanthe were marching through the streets when a white man who was drinking drove his car through the women killing one and injuring another. When the master-at-arms heard the alarm with drawn sword rushed back and noted what had been done, and he plunged his sword through that white man, and then got away as fast as his feet could carry him. Up to date they had not found him. Of course he would be lynched if they could only get their hands on him. This is our civilization, and I have no comment to make on it. I am not going to say what is in my heart, for it would not do to print in the paper, nor could it be used in teaching Sunday School. Do you blame us for leaving the South? Is the South ever going to wake up? I wish some alarm clock could be placed some where to sound the alarm. It would have to be a little larger than "Big Ben." and would have to make a noise that would cause the dead to turn over. God is not dead, and I am willing to trust Him to the last. As long as God lives we must have hope and trust Him. We must look forward to better times. I think we will have them after a while. I don't know what this war cloud means. What is going to happen. Of course if war is declared on Germany, it will mean many lives are to be lost, and some of our people of course. This is our country, and we know it. We have helped to make it what it is, and some of the best blood of our race has been lost for it. We have had some recognition, and believe me we are going to have some more. Then I remember of hearing Editon Murphy talk about Peter Salem. I don't remember just who he was, but he furnished his life for his country or something like that. They had another war down about New Orleans, and he told me that our people were there, fighting for this country, and he told me about how they fought, and then I remember the war in which me and General Grant fought, and while we did not get killed we were there just the same, and so directed the bullets, that the war ended and peace was declared, and I could walk back home a free man. I could turn my attention to getting something for myself. I could sit down and eat. I could eat the lean and the fat, all I could get. In my boyhood days, they use to sing "Little Strip of Lean and a Little Strip of Fat, and the White Fooks would grumble if you eat too much of that," or something like that. But those days have lost their roughness, and I am confronting this mighty age. I am hearing things I do not know what they are, but they are talking about them just the same and I stand around and look wise. I have had the pleasure of looking at Atlanta, seeing Athens University, meeting at that large number of men getting education, I just declared that I did not have time to look down, but look up. The young men looked to me for inspiration, for a kind word. Then there was Atlanta University with its body of men and women, Clark University, Spelman Seminary full of girls, I just had to sing "Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow." I found them in Atlanta getting good and ready for the meeting of the National Baptist Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress June 6. They tell me that they are going to have some young people at this meeting. Several thousand young people and workers among young people will be there, and the local committee declare that they are ready. In Chatanogaoga, Tenn., the National Negro Business League will meet next year, and I am here meeting the people. Undertaker G. W. Franklin says that he is going to do the doings and out do any city yet. They are going to have one session on Lookout Mountain, and will let them see where some of the battles were fought by me and General Grant. They are going to show you things. I will talk about this in my next letter. I am now headed for that section of the country, and if any one disires to have me visit them, they must write to me now, they must write to me now, street. Baltimore Maryland. I will be at 208 Patton avenue, Roanoke, Va., until April 18. THE BOSTON EDITOR MR. J. HOWARD PAYNE Mr. J. Howard Payne, who recently passed the State Ear examination, was admitted to practice in the United States Court last Friday before Judge Rose. He is the product of Howard Pinters and in his examination before the Maryland State Board made one of the highest averages ever attained before that body. WEEKLY SERMON By Elder G. P. Hoggens "Christ Preached the Old Testament." To place faith in one part of the word of GOD and doubt a path, breeds distrust of any portion hard to understand, and there are portions of the word seemingly unexplainable (2 Peter 3:15-17). Generally we conclude that the principal scriptures to read and teach are the four gospels, the rest of the Bible not of so great necessity. During the ministry of Christ he refers constantly to Moses and the prophets; "For had ye believed Moses ye would have believed me for he wrote of me. But if ye believe not his writings how shall ye believe my words" John 5:19-49. And in Mark 7:6 Jesus refers to Isaiah or Essias "Well has Essas prophesied of you-ete." Then again in Matthew 22:45 The Saygiver reminds his hearers of the words of David; how beautiful the BIBLE becomes when we can see Christ the central theme of the Life Giver, the One All Together Lovely. Our All in All. My brethren, neither Christ nor the Apostles could pretend anything else out the Old Testament, for that is all they had. took the life and ministry of Christ and the Apostles to make up the New Testament. The New Testament is true, and so is the Old. Everlasting life is offered thru Christ in the New Testament and also in the Old. Men were pointed to Christ in all the symbols and types in the Old Testament, the types and shadows passing away at the death of Christ, yet many impressive lessons are still derived from the first preaching of the Gospel. Deal with this subject my friends that you may be impressed to accept the word of God, both Old and New Testaments; the parts hard to understand, pray hard over, study long and frequent, God will not leave you comfortless, for it is then the word that we are to be comforted I know that the HOLY Spirit is the comforter, but comforts by the use of the word, his promises, its commands, and even the chasen of the LORD becomes comforting to the pure in heart. Advt. CHARLOTTE HALL UTEMS Charlotte Hall, Md. April 5—Rev. W. H. Williams filled the pulpit at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Sunday morning. Rev. E. M. Dent has been returned to Mt. Calvary M. E. Church for the third year. Miss Lilly Brooks has moved to Hughesville. Elijah Jenifer has gone to Upper Marlboro to work. William Green is quite ill. Miss Virginia Thomas is sick in a Washington hospital. POCOMOKE CITY ITEMS Pocomoke City, Md. April 5.—Rev. J. W. Bond closed year's work on Sunday evening at Mt. Zion Church. The pastor left Tuesday for Berlin, Md. Mr. Milton Marshall met with an accident by falling from his bicycle on Monday. Among those on the sick list are: Mrs. Mary Victor, John Coston, who was brought here in a very critical condition; Josephine the youngest child of Mrs. Mamie Mills, Silby Courbourn, and Emma Mills, Sunday was communion day at St. John's Church. The pastor, Rev. E. T. Addison, preached an interesting sermon in the morning; in the afternoon a large number was present to the Sunday School, which is under the superintendency of Mr. Horace Dickerson. Mr. Harry Brittingham met with a painful accident by having two of his fingers badly licked last week. The Berlin public school gave a grand concert in Mt. Zion Church to a large audience on Monday night. Rev. W. T. Kitchen, of Florida, preached at St. John's Church Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. Whittington, of Crisfield, are here on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. Levi Matthews. CONDENSED STATEMENT Showing the Condition of the National Benefit Association, Washington, D. C. Smoke DAVIS' HAND-MADE 5C CIGAR THE AFRO-AMERICAN Samuel amuel T. Hemsley Samuel T. Hemsley Successor to the late ALEX. HEMSLEY Funeral Direct Prompt Service FUNERALS FROM $75.00 UP Office and Residence Phone: M ...THEODORE A SUCCESSFUL Is still doing business a Night. Orders promptly s Carriages for Hire for Call or Phone 113 S. WO ...The Cut Rate JAMES 1303 PRESSTMAN ST Is it the quantity, no it is prices. Money, or no money from Hospitals to Homes, and either by Rail or Water, free Carriages or Limousines, com forget, Money or No Money, Limousines and Carriages Long Distance Phone Madison CLAREN FUNER AND General Director & Embalmer Prompt Service Day and Night ALS FROM $75.00 UP CARRIAGES FOR ALL OCCASIONS and Residence, 578 W. Biddle Street Phone: Mt. Vernon 2578 THEODORE WHITE... SUCCESSFUL UNDERTAKER will doing business at the same old stand. Day or Orders promptly served in First-Class Style. Carriages for Hire for Weddings and Receptions. Call or Phone Wolfe 1857 J. 113 S. WOLFE STREET Cut Rate Funeral Director... JAMES H. DENNIS 103 PRESSTMAN ST. BALTIMORE, MD. The quantity, no it is the quality at the most reasonable Money, or no money see me first. Bodies transferred hospitals to Homes, and from Homes to any place named by Rail or Water, free of charge. Baby funerals with bags or Limousines, complete with Casket for $10. Don't Money or No Money, see me first. Businesses and Carriages for weddings, parties and funerals. Ding Distance Phone Madison 4464 Carriage for all occasions CLARENCE C. WRIGHT FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER Funeral Director & Embalmer Prompt Service Day and Night FUNERALS FROM $75.00 UP CARRIAGES FOR ALL OCCASIONS Office and Residence, 578 W. Biddle Street Phone: Mt. Vernon 2578 A SUCCESSFUL UNDERTAKER Is still doing business at the same old stand. Day or Night. Orders promptly served in First-Class Style. Carriages for Hire for Weddings and Receptions. Call or Phone Wolfe 1857 J. ...The Cut Rate Funeral Director... Is it the quantity, no it is the quality at the most reasonable prices. Money, or no money see me first. Bodies transferred from Hospitals to Homes, and from Homes to any place named either by Rail or Water, free of charge. Baby funerals with Carriages or Limousines, complete with Casket for $10. Don't forget Money or No Money, see me first. Limousines and Carriages for weddings, parties and funerals. 1364 NORTH CAREY STREET BALTIMORE, MD. Some people pre at PRICES. I can s i expensive to go of an UNDERTAKER. BALTIMORE ...JOHN H. 142 W. H. The Up -To Who can furnish a funeral for $10 can furnish you carriages for K etc., from his own stables at not come to ome people prefer QUALITY, others look ICES. I can suit you. My prices make expensive to go elsewhere when in need UNDERTAKER. Some people prefer QUALITY, others look at PRICES. I can suit you. My prices make i expensive to go elsewhere when in need of an UNDERTAKER. BALTIMORE, MD. JOHN H. TOADVIN... 142 W. HILL STREET The Up-To-Date Undertaker Furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He fishes you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call For South 396-Y Mon 5438 142 W. Hill Street and 826 Druid Hill Avenue C. & P. Phone, Madison 692 GEORGE H. HOLLAND Formerly Manager for the late Alex. Hemsley General Director & Embalmer 517 ROBERT STREET Furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Lite Courteous and Expert attention guaranteed pages for all occasions Open day and night PUBLIC ALSO MY MANY FRIENDS AND PATRONS ...JOHN H. TOADVIN.... 142 W. HILL STREET Who can furnish a funeral for $10.00 and up; caskets for $3.00 and up. He can furnish you carriages for Funerals, Weddings, Parties, Receptions, etc., from his own stables at the most reasonable rates. You need not come to see him, just call South 422 or South 396-Y 142 W. Hill Street and Mount Vernon 4338 826 Druid Hill Avenue C. & P. P. GEORGE H Formerly Manager Funeral Direct 517 ROBI Will furnish funerals Polite Courteous and Carriages for all occasion TO THE PUBLIC ALSO MY Will furnish funerals at a price that will suit you. Polite Courteous and Expert attention guaranteed Carriages for all occasions Open day and night TO THE PUBLIC ALSO MY MANY FRIENDS AND PATRONS It has been generally circulated that Charles B. Jones, has represented himself as being in partnership with me. I wish to make it ex plicit that he is not in any way connected with this office. Anyone using my name illegally will be dealt with according to law Respect MRS.ROBER Funeral Direct 506 ROGERS AVENUE BRANCH OFFICE: 21 Phone Mt IMMEDIATE SERV I am desirous of taking this and patrons of my father, the late tronage and to announce that the Respectfully MRS.ROBERT A. ELLIOTT Funeral Directress and Embalmer ROGERS AVENUE, NEAR HILLEN ST. BANCH OFFICE: 2109 DRUID HILL AVENUE Phone Mt. Vernon 4528 IMMEDIATE SERVICE DAY AND NIGHT MRS.ROBERT A. ELLIOTT Funeral Directress and Embalmer 506 ROGERS AVENUE, NEAR HILLEN ST. BRANCH OFFICE: 2109 DRUID HILL AVENUE Phone Mt. Vernon 4528 IMMEDIATE SERVICE DAY AND NIGHT I am desirous of taking this opportunity of thanking my many friends and patrons of my father, the late SAMUEL W. CHASE, for their past patronage and to announce that the business will be carried on in the name of SAMUEL W. CHASE & SON and that I promise to give all the most polite and courteous service and most reasonable charges. Thank you and asking for a continuance of the Yours I promise to give all calls my personal attention, guaranteeing me and courteous service at all times, whether in city or suburbs, and reasonable charges. Thanking you all again for your past patronage, for a continuance of the same, I remain Yours respectfully and that I promise to give all calls my personal attention, guaranteeing most polite and courteous service at all times, whether in city or suburbs, and most reasonable charges. Thanking you all again for your past patronage and asking for a continuance of the same, I remin P. MORTON CHASE P. MORTON CHASE Branch: 811 I Street Sparrows Point ELIJAH IOHNSON, Agent Phone, Sparrows Point, 232 R Phone: Madison 1990 Alfred Nixon, General Agent 433 N. Gilmor St. Phone, Gilmor 3361 J YOU HAVE TRIED THE REST NOW GET THE BEST C. TOLSON REALTY CO. AND INSURANCE SOLICITORS OFFICES: 506 BAKER ST. AND FAYETTE AND PEARI STS FOR SALE 1 3-story in 700 block Mosher St. 2 2-story in 1200 block Riggs Ave. 2 3-story in 300 block Franklin St. 3 3-story in 600 block Mulberry St. 3 3-story in 1200 block Riggs avenue 3 3-story in 500 block Lanvale St. 3 3-story in 1400 block Myrtle Ave. Most of the ouses can be bought on furnish you money to connect your sew Postal will bring me to your home SPECIAL—Seven 2-story connected; 7 rooms and bath, gas and BELVEDERE AVENUES. SPECIAL INDUCEMENT PRICE $1200, groundrents red, Druid Hill Park. 5 Cents can SEE TOLSON'S NEW FOR SALE DENMORE & PARK Home Office Madison 1613 J. of the ouses can be bought on a small deposit and rental basis, also with you money to connect your sewers, 6 Percent. Postal will bring me to your home. Address 506 BAKER STREET SPECIAL—Seven 2-story houses, furnace, sewer connected; 7 rooms and bath, gas and electricity. PARH HEIGHTS AND BELVEDERE AVENUES. SPECIAL INDUCEMENT—$100 down, balance as rent. BE $1200, groundrents redeemable. Three squares from Hill Park. 5 Cents carfare. SEE TOLSON'S NEW SUBURBAN HOMES FOR SALE OR RENT ENMORE & PARK HEIGHTS AVENUES Office Madison 1613 J. Down town Office St. Paul 1933 Most of the ouses can be bought on a small deposit and rental basis, also furnish you money to connect your sewers, 6 Percent. Postal will bring me to your home. Address 506 BAKER STREET SPECIAL—Seven 2-story houses, furnace, sewer connected; 7 rooms and bath, gas and electricity. PARH HEIGHTS AND BELVEDERE AVENUES. SPECIAL INDUCEMENT—$100 down, balance as rent. PRICE $1200, groundrents redeemable. Three squares from Druid Hill Park. 5 Cents carfare. THE HOUSES DENMORE & PARK HEIGHTS AVENUES Home Office Madison 1613 J. Down town Office St. Paul 1933 Heating Groom THE MAGIC IS GROWING SHAMPOO DRIER MED CO THE MAGIC SHAMPOO AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER The Drier of Merit, Price $1.00 Postage extra. Magic Pomade, price.....50cts. Magic heater.....50cts. Ascents warranted. 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Wishes to announce that he has entered the business of FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER And will give to all best and most courteous service possible. Curriages to Hire for All Occasions. 1463 NORTH CAREY NEAR GOLD FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER I will give to all best and most courteous service possible Curriages to Hire for All Occasions. 1463 NORTH CAREY NEAR GOLD FUNERAL DIRECTOR & EMBALMER And will give to all best and most courteous service possible Carriages to Hire for All Occasions. 1463 NORTH CAREY NEAR GOLD 1-2-story in 500 block Laurens St. 1-3-story in 2200 block Druid Hill Av. 1-3-story in 1300 bl...k Druid Hill Av. 1-3-story in 200 block Dolphin St. 1-3-story in 1200 block Harlem Av. 1-3-story in 1900 block McCullough St. THE STAR HAIR GROWER MFG. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. --- EASTER AND ESTHER There was just us three left, there had been ten of us including mother and we three, but all had been taken and we three were left in this big wide world to fight life's battles alone. Just like Easter and Esther. The three of us were sometimes called. I—Easter was the oldest of the three and that only by a couple of years—and I tried my level best to be mother, father, and friend of my two younger sisters. Elfie was the youngest and a whole team, but easily managed—but Easter—how shall I describe her. To us she was beautiful and to others also, because in the shirt factory where we all worked, the girls often said that she had the beauty of all three; but we didn't mind in fact nothing mattered just so we made a living—autho it was a living at best. poor. Easter was easily discouraged and she tired most heartily of the work. We never to be forgotten day—we brought little home sick—a general break down the doctor said and she needed to get out in the country, and have a complete rest. How she was to get out, and how we were going to get the milk and eggs and fruit and it would need to keep her up more than we knew. was. Easter helped all she could, but was consistently complaining about giving all her wages to help keep Elle and the house and not getting enough to clothe herself decemly. Clothes was Easter's besetting sin. One evening she helped me wash the supper dishes and then said she was going over to see Ruth Nixon and they were going to make fudge, and that we did not need to wait up for her. Poor little Easter, that was the last we saw of her for more than six years. I tried by every means to find out what became of my little wayward sister, but all to no purpose. We were poor, and the disappearance of poor people is a secondary matter, no one cared—only some loved one. Easter's disappearance was a shock to Elfe, and she never rallied from the blow. Three months after Easter disappeared I laid Elfe beneath the soil. It is three years since I lost Easter, and the winter has been long and severe and although I have attained the dignity of bookkeeper at the factory, I am still plain Esther Keys and living in the same old place. I don't want to leave it. Something I don't know what, seems to keep me there. I have a feeling that some day Easter may come back and that she'll need me, I work on braving the world as best I may, and as I walk back and forth to my work—I never ride—each day I peer at every bright face I meet, that has big brown eyes and a wealth of brown hair. One day I was almost sure I saw her, but then I thought that can't be my Easter. My dear little sister, oh! but she was so beautiful, so fair, oh! lovely eyes and such beautiful hair, so much Easter where despite her faults, Easter where are you. Don't you know my heart aches for the sight of you." But still I look and wait and today I am almost given up hope; I have not been well and the doctor says I must take a vacation, so I'm going away to the mountains, but only for a little while. I am leaving the key with a neighbor and a letter for Easter should she return before the end of my vacation. It had been a wonderful winter they told me, here in the Blue Ridge, and the spring to me was more than wonderful. It seemed that my heart was growing lighter, and I was committing to get a better hold on life. One day in strolling three weeks I came across a camp on the mountain side on a peeping. The mountains grindly on every side, throwing up their peaks into the sky. The clearing in which the camp stood was been out of a dense pine forest that filled the valley and climbed half way the mountains and frayed out in scattered and stunted trees. It was one of those wonderful North Carolina spring days, that warned the blood like draughts of wine. The men were up in the woods, and the shrill scream of the blue-jay, the impudent chatter of the squirrel, and the sound of the water dashing down the side of the mountain from the spring—only made the silence felt the more. As I stood drinking in with all my soul the glorious beauty of mountain and forest, with the feeling of the greatness of the universe stealing over me—a man came out of the tent nearest me, and catching sight of me, called out, "A stranger in these parts? Are you lost, or are you looking for some one." And then coming nearer, said, "Oh, I beg your pardon it's Miss Keys, isn't it? I heard your name down at the store, in the village the other day and that you are a bourder of old man Norton's." "Yes, I am here trying to build myself up. These mountains would almost put life into a dead person." I replied. Just then another man came around from behind the tent, and stood staring, as though wondering where I had come from. He walked up and said to his friend "Hello, old fellow hope I'm not including." The younger man said to me "I am Bobbie Craig, and this is Sanford Koefe, Sandy for short." Did not like the looks of Sanford Koefe in soon any way homeward. It was my first and only time at the camp, but it was not the last I saw of the campers by any means. but, the campers in it. I met some of them at picnics and fishing parties and some of them became constant caulfs. Sanford Keefe among them could not understand my dislike of him; but altho I fought against it. I could hardly treat him civilly and yet no one among them took so much trouble to try to please one. Always, when he came he brought to me something nice. Fruit, flowers, books and magazines of all kind. I had asked him time and again to not go to so much trouble. as I preferred strolling thru the woods and over the mountains to reading books these glorious days, and Mrs. Norton really had more fruit than I could possibly eat. But he would not listen, but continued to bring such things until I was nearly at my wits end to know what to do. At last one day he asked me to marry him. I refused him, and he laughed, a hateful little grinding laugh, the kind that makes your flesh creep, and said. "Alright, my little lady, you refuse me now, but I will marry you in spite of yourself." I was now thoroughly angry and turned deliberately and walked out of the room without answering him. Going to my room I fell across my bed and eased my heart with a fit of weeping. Sunday morning I went to church with the Nortons and Robin Craig, and I was oh, so happy, that I forgot all about Sanford Keefe. In the evening after church Robin Craig and I strolled slowly homeward, the rest having gone on we did not feel the need of hurrying— "Let's go to the top of old Baldy for a walk Miss Keys, I want you to see the view by moonlight. It is only a little past eight—looking at his watch—and you have your cost." I did not answer, but walked quietly by his side—I had forgotten all about time. I was content in the present. As we walked the scene seemed to grow on me until it seemed to absorb us both. Far to the cast beyond the purple Blue Ridge, the Iron Mountains lay on the horizon. They were the faintest, clearest blue lavender, with iridescent peaks merging into the iridescent sky. The valley that swept towards the Blue Ridge was a dark blue lavender verging into royal purple. To the North were other great peaks that vied with each other in melting tints of purple, that now were blue, now were lavender. It seemed to me that we were walking at the top of the world, the sweep of the view and the sense of exaltation in it were so great. The moon was glorious, it was so bright, that it seemed as the a search light had been turned loose on the valley. God's searchlight, mighty white clouds rushed across the sky sweeping their blue shadows over the valley like huge sailing ships. "Esther, there has never been a woman in my life, until you came. I have watched Sanford paying you attention, but I have not been able to picture any other man in your life or having a hold on you. But it all goes in with my general incompetence. I felt that I had no right to go any further than I have until I had more than hopes to offer you. I've been planning to make a reputation as an engineer. I wanted to offer myself to you as a man of real achievement. You have been mine since the first day I came from the tent and saw you standing there on the mountain side. I have felt that we belonged to each other. Dear I trumpeted these mountains night after night, sweating it out with the stars, and I've determined you shall belong to me. Will you marry me Esther and help me fight life's battles thru? Esther nervous and trembling did not move her gaze from Robin's face. All her tired yearning youth stood in her eyes. Robin spoke very slowly and clearly. "Dear I love you. Will you marry me and trust your future to me?" Esther did not answer for a long time. Her youth was fighting with her bitterly woo philosophy. Then she surprised all her fortitude. "Robin, dear, it would not be right for me to marry you. I have neither family nor friends. My only relative is a sister and I know not whether she be living or dead: There were three of us girls, and I being the oldest was to take care of the other two. Easter tired of the eternal grind disappeared one evening and I haven't seen or heard of her since. I know not where she is, and I feel as the' I had been lax in my duty. The shock-killed my sister Eilee, who was sick at the time and it has cast a shadow over my life that I have not been able to lift. These few weeks here in these glorious mountains, the first vacation I've ever had, has been the happiest. I have known since she left us. I don't feel that I can make any man happy or that I have any right to happiness until I find her." "Esther, Esther, he cried, "let me make it up to you! We care so much. Suppose we are not always happy. Oh my love, a month of life with you would make me willing to bear all the spiritual duressy of marriage. Esther oh, Esther, let me make you happy. Let me help you find your sister. We'll bear the burden together." So nervous, she could hardly stand, Esther answered once more—Robin, the trouble is mine and if disgrace confronts me I will bear it alone. I marry no man, until I find my sister. I promised to care for her always and it is part of my trust. Robin stood with set face. "Is this final? Esther." "It's final. Robbin." "Do you mind if I go alone Esther?" Esther shook her head and Robin turned down the mountain side. And Esther being a woman dropped down on the moss, put her head down on her knees and cried her heart out. Then she went back to her room at Norton's. Three more years have passed and Esther is still hookeeper at the shirt factory. Coming up East street on her way home one evening she heard a woman laugh—she would know that laugh any where—she turned quickly, but only in time to see the back of a woman as the door closed. She could not go up there and ask for Easter, because she was not sure that was the woman who laughed, she stood undecided what to do when a nun opened the door. She recognized the man as Stanford Keefe and fearing he would recognize her, turned quickly and walked away, but she had not been quick enough—he recognized and followed her, overtaking her before she could turn a corner, he said, "Hello, my beauty I've found you at last." I had about given you up, but luck seems to be with me." He became a frequent caller, and again pestered her to marry him, but she refused and asked him not to call again; but it seemed as the man was impervious to insult and insisted on calling on Esther, and attho she refused to accept presents from him of any kind, he still continued to send them. One evening as Esther was wondering how it would all end, the maid, stuck her head in the door and said a gentleman to see you Miss—he would not give his name. Esther dragged herself wearily down the stairs to Mrs. Hale's stuffy little parlor and there found Seanford Keefe. "Didn't I ask you not to call again?" she said. "Oh yes, my dear," he replied, "but I'm back again nevertheless. I am as hard to get rid of as a bad penny." "You are really dengtiful when you look like that you are the one woman I know who really looks better when angry. You are positively good looking when you assume that high and mighty air. I think I'll kiss you." Continued next week THE AFRO-AMERICAN THE WHITE SWAN HAIR-DRESSING ROOMS Mine. GEORGE H. CARTER Scalp treatment, Shampooing, Hair-puffs, brands made to order, Facial Massing and manicuring. Hair straightening a speciality. My master service is with my WtwanehSweer service is with my White Swann Hair Grower. 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Mrs. Vernon Castle expresses herself strongly against the practise frequently indulged in against the employment of substitutes for the difficult and dangerous feats film stars are frequently called upon to perform. She dives head-long from the deck of an ocean steamer into the ocean. Mutual presents one of the most wonderful serials being shown in the city This last chapter will bring everything to a complete conclusion any part of it will not want to miss the last. Featuring the famous comedian, Scully Pat Booney in Featuring Grace Cunard and Francis Featuring the renounced Indian Actress Monce. Pat, through her desire to help the poor and needy and keep her promise. Eight times, outwitting Kelly or helping them out of tighter holes. Rex Dragan, a featuring Allen Holbair and Leak's friend. THURSDAY THURSDAY Quality Picture Corporation Presents Francis X. Bushman and Beverly Bayne Sweetest of Stars in "The Great Secret" Episode 4 101 Bison Feature Victor Comedy,"PUTTING ONE OVER ON IGNATZ," featuring Peggy Custer and Universal Beauty Chorse. COMING—"Double Cross," "Seven Deadly Sins," "Tom and Jerry," Mack Senette and Mable Normand. DUNBAR If it is quality, see it at the Dunbar Central Ave. near Monument St. WEEK OF APRIL 9TH One of the greatest shows in the world showing Inspiration, Stand Back, The Miracle, The Truth About the Home, Modern Modesty and the Grafter, Gabriel, an ascetic monk of olden times labors to perfect an image of Truth, consecrating himself with fasting and prayer and keeping his work a secret. With other Features. Admission this day, Matinee, 5c. After 7 P. M., 10c. Tuesday: "THE FLYING TORPEDO" Featuring John Emerson and Bessie Love "THE VILLAGE BLACKSMITH" "THE GOLDEN THOUGHT" "DIRECT STATION" featuring Helen Gibson Comedy—Pokes and Jabs THURSDAY—William Fox presents George Welsh and Annie Luther in "THE BEAST" Also A FOX COMEDY Friday: Pathe Presents "Patria," 6th episode Featuring Mrs. Vernon Castle. "HAS MAN RIGHT TO KILL" a Five Reel Feature. SATURDAY: "The Secret Kingdom" 2nd Episode. "LITTLE BROWN MOLE" "THE BOYCOTTED BABY" "CANIMATED NOOZ" COMING—"The Double Cross Mystery" QUEEN THEATRE 666 W. LEXINGTON STREET FIRST COLORED HOUSE IN MARYLAND HENRY H. LEE, Manager D. C. LEE, Operator WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, APRIL 9th Serial Shown Every Day. Seven Reels Daily. Special Feature for Easter Monday, Crimson Stain Mystery, episode No. 8 "Birds of a Feather" "Jags and Jealousy" Open at 2 P. M. Wednesday, Helen Gibson In a Great Railroad Serial "Mr. Vampire" "Pcrils of a Plumber" "Weekly No.50" Open 4 P.M. Thursday, Pearl of the Army, episode No. 8 "Stronger than Steel" "Pretty Baby" "Newy Nat has his fortune told" Friday; George Larkins, "Grant Police Reporter Picture "Good Morning Judge" "Love or an Empire" Open 2 P.M. Saturday, Patria, No. 5, Mrs. Vernon Castle "Grant Powder" "Tale of a Tunk" "Screen Magazine No. 3" 2 P.M. Coming--The American Girl, The Daughter of Daring,by Helen Gibson ADMISSION 5 CENTS THE AFRO-AMERICAN . Regent Theatre Pennsylvania avenue Opp. Pitcher St. CLINTON T. JOHNSON, MANAGER THOMPSON'S ORCHESTRA COMING FOR WEEK BEGINNING APRIL 9th Vaudeville: Afternoonoons 3.30 Evenings 7.30 and 9 o'clock SUPPER SHOW 5 TO 7.30. Photo Plays Only FAX, THE GREAT In Magic and Oriental Mysteries. The most wonderful illusion of the age. Do the Spirits come back? FUNNY, WHOLESOME, UP-TO-DATE PHOTO PLAY MONDAY—Kalem presents Marin Sais in the Great Serial "THE AMERICAN GIRL" Episode No 2 "THE PHANTOM MINE" Also a three-reel Knickerbocker Star Feature "The Beloved Vampire" Margaret Landis and Clifford Gray. Ham and Bud Comedy TUESDAY—Vitagraph Presents Charles Richmond & Dorothy Kelly in "THE SECRET KINGDOM" 6th Episode "THE HUMAN FLOTHAM" Black Cat Feature "THE HOODOOED STORY" George Larkins and Ollie Kirkby in "THE WINGED DIAMONDS" Grant Police Reporter Vim Comedy Pokes and Jabs WEDNESDAY---K-E-S-E- Presents Viola Dana in "THE COSSACK WHIP" 5 Reels Supported by Grace Williams, Bob Walker and Sally Crute, one of Broadway's Biggest Little Star in pictures. A powerful story of Modern Russia. Also a Screaming Comedy. THURSDAY: OUR SPECIAL FEATURE DAY. Essayay Presents Warda Howard in From the celebrated stage production of the same title by Basil McDonald Hastings, supported by All Star Cast. Don't miss this with a Good Comedy FRIDAY...Pathe presents Pearl White in the Military Mystery Drama "PEARL OF THE ARMY" Episode No.10 A two-part drama, a two reel Essanay drama, "IS MARRIAGE SACRED," entitled "Asthes on the Heartstone," featuring Marguerite Clayton, Edward Araold and Lillian Draw, and Helen Gibson, in the "TATH OF PERIL." Also Vim Comedy. SATURDAY---The Regent Presents a three reel thrilling Drama entitled "THE WRECK."9 Also an adventure of Helen Gibson in the "Daughter of Daring," and a rip roaring comedy. Some Show this day. Don't miss it. COMING-The sensation of the Picture World; "ARE PASSIONS IN- HERITED." For every man, woman and child. STAR THEATRE MONUMENT STREET NEAR BOND If Its GOOD See It At The STAR De ROSE THE WONDERFUL PRIMA DONNA AN EXTRA ADDED ATTRACTION The High Brown Girls Monday: Pearl of the Army, No. 10. Open 2 P.M ALSO INDIANS LAMENT. (3 REELS) Tuesday: "Flirting with Fate, Featuring Douglass Fairbanks Open 6 P.M. Wednesday: Last Episode of Vampires, No. 9 "The Triple Wedding." Open 6 P. M. Thursday: "The Desarter." Also Keystone Comedy (Two reels) FRIDAY, "PURPLE MASK," Episode 13. Open 6 P. M ALSO AN EBONY COMEDY All Colored Actors Saturday: The Great Secret, No. 5, Also "After the Balled-up Ball and When Thieves Fall Out." Open 2 P. M. MONDAY AND SATURDAY, MATINEE 2 p.m. MOTION PICTURES AND VAUDEVILLE Admission 5 c. Special Colored Pictures Every Friday. All Colored Actors THE NEW PASTIME MOTION PICTURE THEATRE 407 W. Lexington St., near Eutaw Now open under New Management. Vaudeville Evenings at 7 VAUDEVILLE GREAT ALL-STAR ACTS NEW AND CLASSY You will MISS A TREAT if you don't see them. SPECIAL PICTURES Monday:--Special Easter Show, "SILAS MARNER" Great Drama and a 3-reel Western. Tuesday: "THE SECRET KINGDOM," 1st and 2nd Episodes. Wednesday: "Pearl of the Army," 6th Episode Thursday: "THE GIRL FROM FRISCO." 17th Episode Friday: Knickerbocker 3-reel feature. Saturday: "PATRIA" 4th Episode. Featuring Mrs. Vernon Castle. Coming "DOUBLE CROSS MYSTERY" and Comedy, "THE SHOOT- ENEST MAN IN TOWN." ADMISSION 5 CENTS TO ALL Easter Monday Matinee. Special Vaudeville. Open 2:30 to 11 P. M. J. THOMAS PITTS, Manager STARLIGHT BOOKS NOW OPEN FOR DATES STEAMER STARLIGHT & BROWN'S GROVE All persons desiring choice dates are hereby notified to make application at once. Do not 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. 2103 Druid Hill Ave 25--Trinity A M. E. Sunday School 26--Sharon Bapt Church & S. S. 27--True Reformers 28--Clifton Pleasure Circle. 30--Beneft Old Folks Home JUNE 3--Parker's Circle 4--Goldfield Pleasure Social 7--King David Tab. No. 52 of Moses. 8--Women's Civic League. 10--Merchant's Club Waiters' Asso. 13--Cheral Symphony Oratorical So'ty 16--Minerva Art Club. 17--Banneker Lodge, 47 Good Hopes. 18--Federal Employees. 19--Fountain Baptist Church. 20-St. Philip's Church and S. S. 21--Allen A. M. E. Sunday School. 22-Hill Brothers. 23-Willing Workerz Ames M. E. Ch. 24-Grace Presbyterian Church. MOONLIGHTS May 31st, Hill Brothers. JUNE 4--Short Skirt Circle 7--Star of Golden Link, K. of P. 8--Brown's Circle. 11--Enterprise Social No. 1 of E. Baltco 12--Vermont Pleasure Club 14--Blue Ribbon Circle 15--Golden Crown Circle 18--Original Tea Rose 21--Shriners 25--Clifton Pleasure Circle 27--Jolly Boy's Club O. O. F. 1--Original Imperial Association. 2--Furniture Men's Association. 3--Antioch Bapt, Church and S. S. 4--Ladies' Aid Metropolitan M. E. Ch. 5--Imperial Association. 6--Patriarchicle Drill Corp, G. U. O.O. 2--Douglass Business Association 3--Elkridge Pleasure Circle 4--Hill Brothers 5--Bethel Drill Corps, K. of P. 6--Crushed Shell Association 7--Odd Fellows Progressive Ass'n 8-St. John Pasture, No. 7, Nazarites 9-Sterling Pleasure Club 10-Columbus Fund Association 11-Palm Beach Pleasure Social 12-W. A. C. Hughes Conf. Aid and Ushers of Sharp St. Church 9--Patriarchie Drill Corp, G. U. O.O. F. 10--Asbury M. E. Sunday School. 11--Ladies' Aux., Knights of St. John 12--Union Baptist Sunday School 13-El Chaptan 14-U. R., K. of P. to Cambridge 15-John Wesley Sunday School 16-U. R., K. of P to Cambridge 17-Macedonia Bapt. Church & S. S. 18-Original Tea Rose Ushers of Sharp St. Church 20--Japonica Circle 23--Mt. Nebo Lodge, No. 1366, O. F. 24--Rosalind Sewing Club 25--Mysterious Pleasure Club 26--Crescent Sinking Fund Circle 23--First Bapt Church and S. S. 23--Independent A. M. E. Church GREAT EASTER BILL FIRST APPEARANCE IN BALTIMORE GAYLES AND GAYLES The Great Pair at the Piano. 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